I want to buy a coffee maker, I can't drink instant coffee any longer, it's disgusting.
As for that soup, it was so hot I really couldn't drink it.
The bus now arriving is going to Domestic Terminal 1. Passengers for the International Terminal, please wait. The shuttle bus to the International Terminal also leaves from this stop.
Darci was arrested for carrying 30 grams of cocaine.
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The word is repeatedly used with that meaning.
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The doctor is known to everyone in the village.
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He begrudges you your success.
There won't be any more problems.
Darin is no longer with the company.
Hugh swore that he wasn't involved in anything untoward.
He is paid a handsome monthly salary.
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Roxana was way out of line, and he knew it.
She set out for Thailand.
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Morton thought he would have all the time he needed.
You cannot forget that he is as young as you.
Leith entered the conference room, carrying a clipboard.
Our teacher likes his new car.
We've never seen things like this before, and so it's happening again!
There's no need for an apology.
Pamela is now being questioned by the police.
Would you like me to stop?
Angry at Leif Ericson for stealing his thunder 500 years before, Christopher Columbus once wrote a rigorous mathematical proof that showed how Ericson had never actually been to North America. Unfortunately, the proof was too difficult for even the brightest mathematicians to understand.
They spent the afternoon around the pool.
There's probably very little I can do.
There were two marriages here yesterday.
Taro has a strong sense of responsibility.
Yes. She got an introduction from her previous doctor and transferred to another hospital.
It really is a good price.
Are you having a good time tonight?
The news turned out true in a week.
You have to write that phrase again.
I'm really glad to be here and the more, to be here with you.
Arthur opened the door and went inside.
Guide dogs help blind people.
In molecular gastronomy, no boundaries are set on the creativity of the cooks.
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I thought things would get better.
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The power has been cut off since this morning.
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I'm giving you a chance.
I wish I were as rich as Lorenzo.
Where did you get this photo taken?
I don't have time to deal with this right now.
Jef says he doesn't have any enemies.
You never get something for nothing.
How do you know I don't know?
Weevils eat the leaves of the fuchsia.
I want you to follow orders.
Whenever I lie down on my bed and read a book, I fall asleep.
I ran as fast as I could to catch the train.
If I knew that, I'd tell you.
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Knute might be the traitor.
I know how proud you are of your work.
That Hungarian actor owns several cinemas.
Nathaniel had to explain the joke to Lanny.
OK guys, I really need something to drink.
I work very little... I'd like to work more.
I needed to know why.
Why do people dye their hair?
Should I put out my cigarette now?
It is not true that both of the parents tried hard in search of their daughter.
Ssi's family sold their farm and moved to the city.
It is possible to talk for a long time without saying anything.
Hsuan is a grown man.
I can't keep it in.
I have never fallen in love with any girl.
Don't make me regret telling you who I really am.
Ask him to speak louder. He can't be understood.
The new law was enforced on the people of the island.
I'm ready and willing, Jef.
The information you gave me is of little use.
I borrowed those comics from his sister.


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LISTEN: Peter Frampton covers B.B. King's 'The Thrill is Gone'
New 14/05/2019
The Peter Frampton band has recently released a cover of B.B. King's famous track, 'The Thrill is Gone', taken from their upcoming album, 'All Blues'.
Due to hit the stores this 7th June, the studio release will feature all of Frampton's favourite blues tracks, including 'The Thrill is Gone', which you can listen to below.
Frampton had performed the song with King numerous times before his death in 2015.
"I can't really think of the words that describe that feeling, but it was pretty stupendous," he told Billboard. "We were lucky enough, privileged enough to have B.B King open for us on his penultimate tour, and I played the number with him every night. I don't think people are gonna be too upset that we do a version of this."

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Oru Naal Varum – Review
Posted by Admin On July - 22 - 2010
Hopes were flying pretty high as Mohanlal was getting ready to team up with his favourite Sreenivsan. The inimitable duo had been undoubtedly the pair who had made us think and laugh to the most, with their previous Mollywood satire classics. And as they come together once again, the first question was whether they still show the lustre they have in their magical golden days. Though the answer may be not at all positive, their latest endeavor, 'Oru Naal Varum' still manages to end up as a watchable fare which may prove a success, in the long run.
The movie is based on the life of a corrupt, assistant town planning officer, Gopikrishnan (played by Sreenivasan). A ruthless deal maker who is always in the lookout for bribes, he makes his demands through his driver (Suraj Venjaramoodu). At the same time he makes his family consisting of his naive wife (Devayani) and a daughter aiming for MBBS (Naasreen) believe that this is just 'give and take' deal between friends, rather than bribes.
Mohanlal comes up as Kulappulli Sukumaran alias Jayakrishnan, desperately in need of a sanction to build a home on his own land. He is a single parent of his school going daughter, as his ambitious wife is separated from him. Gopikrishnan makes him run all rounds in the memory of their previous road rage, which makes up the much of entertainments in the former half. The subplots include that of Nedumudi Venu, an ex-army man who is harassed by Gopikrishnan for an illegal extension in his home as the army man resists to pay bribes.
The movie works well in the former half but the twist that came out of the blue towards the intermission, takes the life out of the later sequences. The second half is quite serious and brings out a yawn at times. Sreenivasan as usual assimilates the day to day struggles of commoner into the narratives, but lacks the gallows humour that has been his trademark. He had reworked many of the winning lines like those on skin colour and fair looking wife and daughter, but his writing remains a pale shadow of his glory days.
Coming to the performances, Mohanlal is brilliant donning the lighter sequences in the first half with an impeccable timing of presentations .But Sreenivasan looks artificial, overdone and jaded. Sameera Reddy looks wooden and lacks any chemistry with Lal while Devayani walks off with a believable role. Nasreen as Dhanya, Suraj as driver and Nedumudi Venu as an ex-service man are also impressive.
Despite its optimistic name, 'Oru Naal Varum' is a movie that struggled really hard to get to theatres. But even after coming from such fine professionals, the movie fails to give any big impressions. The only good thing is that when compared to the recent outings from Lal, 'Oru Naal Varum' is a much better affair that may interest you in parts.


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'ER' Actress Vanessa Marquez Dead After Police Mistake BB Gun For Handgun
BY Alex Portée | August 31, 2018 AT 9:32 pm
By Alex Portée August 31, 2018 at 9:32 pm
Vanessa Marquez, a Mexican-American actress primarily known for her roles in the 1988 drama "Stand and Deliver" and the medical drama series "ER" passed away on Thursday. Reports of her death have revealed that she was shot and killed by police after they had responded to a request for a Wellness check at the actress' apartment in South Pasadena, California.
According to a press release, the incident occurred while officers were conducting a welfare check.
So it's #OldHeadshotDay is It? Well…okay. Here goes. Im having trouble remembering the year I took this but I believe I took this shot circa 1997, 98! I did my makeup and hair. I miss black and white. Covered all the zits. #ActorsLife #Hollywood #Headshots #Photography #metoo #TimesUp #InvisibleIllness #Spoonie
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Officers who had arrived at Marquez's apartment on Thursday afternoon they found she "was having seizures" and called paramedics for assistance. "While speaking to her, officers became aware she was possibly suffering from mental health issues, became uncooperative, and appeared to be unable to care for herself," a press released published by USA Today explained. "They continued to speak to her for over an hour and a half in an attempt to offer her medical care. She then armed herself with a handgun and pointed it at the officers, at which time an officer-involved shooting occurred."
Soon after the shooting occurred, officers discovered that the weapon was a BB gun and Marquez was transported to a hospital where she was pronounced dead.
Last year, Marquez worked to bring attention to the Me Too movement by speaking up about her own experiences.
#TBT Hmmm…if #Tony hadn't died would he and #Maria have lived #HappilyEverAfter ? WELL in 1993 the #Fox #sketchcomedy show #CultureClash, which aired on Fox on Saturdays at 7pm AKA #TheEarlyBirdSpecial so we never had a chance, did a sketch called #WestSideStory: 35 Years Later to explore that scenario. Doing this sketch was a once in a lifetime treat because I was and still am obsessed with #WestSideStory. I was also extremely fortunate to work with #Tony AKA #RICHARDBEYMER in a movie that same year. He is one the sweetest people I have ever met and we had a standing "lunch date" every day on set. I was never quite able hide my puppy love. ❤ So I hope you enjoy our goofy little take on one of the greatest #films well…#musical EVER made!
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In October, just on the rise of the Me Too movement, the actress made headlines when she came forward with claims that she had been "blacklisted" for speaking up about harassment during her time on set. In a series of tweets about her departure from the show, Marquez accused actors George Clooney and Noah Wiley of spouting racist and sexual rhetoric on set. "B.S.Clooney helped blacklist me when I spoke up abt harassment on ER.'women who dont play the game lose career" she tweeted in one post.
Clooney went on to deny her claims in a statement saying "I had no idea Vanessa was blacklisted… I take her at her word. I was not a writer or a producer or a director on that show. I had nothing to do with casting. I was an actor and only an actor. If she was told I was involved in any decision about her career then she was lied to. The fact that I couldn't affect her career is only surpassed by the fact that I wouldn't."
Not much is known about Marquez and her life after her departure from "ER." Her television credits included roles on the sketch comedy show "Culture Clash," the drama series "Melrose Place" as well as the 2000 film "Under Suspicion." In a bio on her Instagram page, the actress did describe herself as living with terminal Celia Disease, fibromyalgia and tagged the #seizure. In a post to her post her account, she also hashtagged the National Suicide Prevention Hotline.
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Pictures are worth a thousand words but to tell something they have to be presented in the right way. Just like being a fan of online slots, it is difficult to become a food photographer if you are not artistic when it comes to food. Food which is appealing to the eye is also appealing to the stomach. Hence we speak about how you can enhance your food photography for all periodicals that publish your art.
First and foremost, you need to understand that we are now leaving in the digital era. This means you will need a good camera to capture the best moments. Good quality content will lure more viewers to your pictures.
As we mentioned before, what is appealing to the eye is good for the tummy. You have to have a sixth sense about which food is trending. You will also need to know how it's going to look on the picture. A short course in culinary and photography or photojournalism will be advantageous. Be creative and come up with original ideas in order to be unique.
Having a great love for food and baking can help you have a deeper understanding of food photography. You tell your story in an unforgettable and poetic manner. Not only should the picture be mouthwatering but it also should be exquisite enough to tell a story worth a thousand word.
You will need an online pokies casino jackpot worth millions to travel the world and experience the art in food all over the world. Adventure and exposure will lead you to new and greater ideas that will blow people's minds. Sticking to one place will not enable you to grow.
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Germany was the first country in the world to adopt Daylight saving time (DST), also known as summer time. This occurred in 1916 in the midst of WWI and was put in place to conserve energy.
The capital of Berlin has more bridges than Venice – Berlin boasts 960 bridges and 59.8 square kilometers of water consisting of lakes and around 180 kilometers of navigable waterways. Combined with its surrounding state Brandenburg, it houses Europe's largest inland water network.
Why do I want to visit Germany? I want to visit Germany just to learn about there celebrations, history of their country and their language. I also want to go to Germany because they have the amazing river cruise on the Rhine and Maine. Also the city of Berlin is a wonderful place to go to, and the city of Hamburg. There national sports are football (soccer), golf, ice hokey, basketball, motor sport, handball and lastly skiing.
I'm Mark, a teacher working for the summer learning journey these holidays. It is great to see that you have made a start on our programme, and even greater to see you have chosen Germany!
My brother currently lives in Germany and I have visited as well! Did you know the Disney logo is based off one of the castles in Germany? I wonder if you can find out which one, and which movie it was in.
I really have enjoyed reading your blog, you are a fantastic writer and I am really looking forward to reading more from you soon! I really like the facts you found already! I noticed that you skipped ahead to a day six activity, which is totally cool, especially since it's clear you love poetry, but what I might ask you to do is to make your titles something like this "SLJ Week 1, Day 1, Activity 1, 2, and 3" or whatever week or activity it is. This will help me find them and get those points allocated correctly.
Have a great holiday and I will be looking forward to reading more from you very soon!


Merkle(www.merkleinc.com), the nation's fastest growing customer relationship marketing (CRM) agency, today published a new whitepaper entitled CRM 2.0:Customer Strategy as a Business Strategy- Creating Sustainable Competitive Advantage in a New Digital World. This latest installment of Merkle's ongoing Thought Leadership Series details both the challenges and opportunities facing marketers as they struggle to adapt to CRM 2.0 and an increasingly customer-centric business environment. The whitepaper describes Merkle's Integrated Customer MarketingTM (ICM) approach, which places the customer at the center of an organization's business strategy. In addition to the CRM 2.0 whitepaper, Merkle's experienced industry business leaders have developed point of view papers highlighting the opportunities they forsee in individual business sectors for the upcoming year. To find out more, download either the CRM 2.0 whitepaper and industry point of view papers at www.merkleinc.com/CRM.
The digital revolution that created so many new business and marketing opportunities is now driving the customer revolution. Digital media and channels allow for more data capture, and the ability to gather information in real time is enabling real-time interactions. The report shows that marketers must recognize that each customer has unique needs, perceptions and value to the organization, and must engage him or her accordingly.
"To succeed in the new customer-driven environment, organizations must use information, technology and analytics to effectively engage customers across medias and channels to drive the value of their customer portfolios," said Merkle CEO and Chairman David Williams. "Future competitive advantage will depend upon an organization's ability to understand, track, engage, measure and influence consumer behavior. With the digital revolution, customers have grown accustomed to real time, individualized interaction and they expect this level of engagement from the brands they value."


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Yerevan Rejects OSCE Criticism Of Referendum
Փետրվար 09, 2016
Tatevik Lazarian
Karlen Aslanian
Armenia - A woman votes at a polling station in Yerevan, 6Dec2015.
The Armenian authorities dismissed on Tuesday criticism of their handling of a recent constitutional referendum voiced by election experts from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.
The European Union said, meanwhile, that President Serzh Sarkisian's administration should "take seriously" the findings of the experts' report released on Monday.
The report criticized the authorities for using "considerable public funds" to push through Sarkisian's constitutional changes and said the four OSCE representatives witnessed serious fraud during vote counts conducted at two polling stations in Yerevan.
The OSCE team cautioned that its small size did not allow it to conduct a "comprehensive and systematic observation of referendum day proceedings." Still, it concluded that the Armenian government has done little in the last few years to "improve confidence and public trust in the electoral process."
"The report draws conclusions based on rumors and media stories containing information that … needs to be double-checked," said Tigran Mukuchian, the pro-government chairman of Armenia's Central Election Commission (CEC).
Mukuchian insisted that senior Armenian officials, including the chief of the presidential staff, did not abuse their positions while aggressively campaigning for a "Yes" vote in the December 6 referendum.
Hovannes Sahakian, a senior lawmaker from the ruling Republican Party of Armenia (HHK), also rejected the criticism, saying that the OSCE monitors visited only a very small part of 2,000 or so polling stations across Armenia.
"The report seems to be based on media claims," Sahakian told RFE/RL's Armenian service (Azatutyun.am). "The size and the mission of the OSCE's referendum expert team was not such that they could have made an objective evaluation."
Predictably, the OSCE report was welcomed by the opposition Armenian National Congress (HAK), a key constitutional reform opponent which claims that the referendum was rigged.
Aram Manukian, a senior HAK member, said the OSCE experts were right to allege misuse of government resources and see a lack of safeguards against multiple voting by government loyalists. "The number of polling stations visited by them doesn't matter," he said.
More importantly, the OSCE report was backed by Piotr Switalski, the head of the EU Delegation in Armenia. "Yes, the electoral process and legislation need improvements and the report is further proof of that," he told reporters. "Take it seriously and do your homework."
"The Armenian people and state will greatly benefit if these recommendations and critical comments are implemented," Switalski said. He said this should be done in time for Armenia's next parliamentary elections due in 2017.
"Without overcoming these shortcomings, there will be an atmosphere of suspicion and lack of trust, and Armenia's international image will suffer from that," warned the diplomat. He specifically stressed the need for adopting a new Electoral Code that would be acceptable to the opposition.
In Sahakian's words, the Armenian authorities will "take into consideration" the OSCE experts' recommendations when they start drafting the code later this month.


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Just how much does lifestyle influence Alzheimer's?
Multiple large-scale studies are examining the effect of lifestyle on brain health
The Alzheimer's Association is leading a $35 million study to look at whether lifestyle has an impact on brain health — and now the U.S. National Institute on Aging is contributing $47 million to extend the examination to brain imaging.
The U.S. Study to Protect Brain Health Through Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Risk (U.S. POINTER) is a two-year clinical trial. It represents the first study to test whether improvements in lifestyle like nutrition, physical activity, social and intellectual stimulation, and increased medical monitoring can protect brain function in adults aged 60 to 79 years old who are at increased risk for cognitive decline.
The funds will allow the first large-scale investigation of how lifestyle affects Alzheimer's markers within brain structures.
And this week, the U.S. NIA pledged what will likely total an additional $47 million over the next five years to incorporate advanced brain imaging into the U.S. POINTER regimen.
"A healthy diet and lifestyle are generally recognized as good for health, but U.S. POINTER is the first large randomized controlled trial to look at whether lifestyle changes actually influence Alzheimer's disease-related brain changes," said Susan Landau, Ph.D., in a press release. Landau is a research neuroscientist at UC Berkeley's Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute and principal investigator of the add-on study. "Lifestyle modification is a non-drug option that is accessible to people and may reduce the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's."
The additional funds will allow U.S. POINTER to expand the study into the first large-scale investigation of how lifestyle affects well-known biological markers of Alzheimer's in the structure of the brain. The study will use advanced brain imaging technology like PET and MRI scans to look at the effects of lifestyle interventions on brain health (overall and regional brain shape, size and blood flow, and on indicators of heart health risk and small vessel disease).
"U.S. POINTER is designed to determine what lifestyle interventions have a tangible impact on our brains. The addition of brain imaging is an important component that could provide the roadmap for brain health to reduce the risk of dementia before symptoms have a chance to appear," said Maria C. Carrillo, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer of the Alzheimer's Association.
According to the Alzheimer's Association's 2019 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures, Alzheimer's is the sixth leading cause of death in America. An estimated 5.8 million Americans are living with the disease, a number that is expected to grow to nearly 14 million by 2050 without intervention.
But previous studies show that lifestyle intervention can produce cognitive improvements. The Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability (FINGER) found that in at-risk adults, lifestyle change improved cognitive function by 25% compared to adults only given health education.
And other results suggest that the benefits of lifestyle changes on brain health in older adults are potentially larger than pharmacological treatments. The U.S. POINTER study will use a geographically and ethnically diverse population to test half of the participant's brains for two proteins that have been linked to Alzheimer's at baseline, one, and two-year intervals.
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The Alzheimer's Association is leading a $35 million study to look at whether lifestyle has an impact on brain health — and now the U.S. National Institute on Aging is contributing $47 million to extend the examination to brain imaging
older adults are potentially larger than pharmacological treatments. The U.S. POINTER study will use a geographically and ethnically diverse population to test half of the participant's brains for two


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The Cambridge companion to Locke's essay concerning human understanding / edited by Lex Newman. p. cm. ... Locke: A Study of the New Essays on Human Understanding. (1984); The Light of the Soul: Theories of Ideas ..... Whether that first document that Locke prepared for the meeting is still in existence is not certain.


Emma Stone has got one hell of a funny bone. It wasn't enough to save every skit that she was in on SNL...no one is that perfect, but she did a good job of making some shining moments of recent SNL history tonight.
Stone's appearance on SNL was a double pleasure as she brought along her boyfriend (have they gone on the record yet saying they are doing the dirty?) Andrew Garfield for her opening monologue about Spiderman. Cute.
Her best skit of the night was her playing 'Wallace' a socially awkward girl who was invited to a bridal shower and doesn't understand what gifts and activities are appropriate. I don't want to ruin anything...but once there is a video up I will link it. It was epic.
Emma Stone, I love you. Please do not pull a Lindsay. Thanks.
I totally agree with you! She was wonderful also in the Adele's skit and the technology hump. Best episode of the season!


Gary Sundberg could be living in Peoria..
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This is an exploratory study of traumatic brain injury and how family communication style, perception of uncertainty and social support affect the family's ability to cope effectively. This study utilizes a qualitative method of research supported with quantitative measures to indicate family type. While there has been a plethora of research on traumatic brain injury, little has focused on how different families reduce uncertainty using social support. Data obtained through in-depth interviews was analyzed to produce reoccurring themes that answered the research questions guiding this study. Results indicated that social support does reduce the uncertainty of traumatic brain injury and lack of specific types of support lead to ineffective coping by family members.
Hanson, Barbara Rae, "Traumatic Brain Injury and the Family: the Influence of Family Communication Style, Perception of Uncertainty and Social Support on Effective Coping Abilities" (1998). MSU Graduate Theses. 251.


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I have been slowly moving my sewing room back into a bedroom that was inhabited by daughter. It is a work in progress and I was not ready to show it to the world BUT then my son found this APP, made a movie and sent it.
I couldn't embed the movie, so here is a link.
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Do you need a new car, send your husband a video using car smashes. Need a new machine, copy what my son did to my machine. The possibilities are endless and quite therapeutic. Imagine the fun to demolition your house instead of cleaning it. Right? How about sending a missle to that pile of laundry?
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so funny!! love this and am sending rocket launcher into laudry pile right now!
That's hilarious! I bet that gave you a great deal of satisfaction!
Awesome. I'm thinking of what I can destruct, virtually, now….


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Supreme Court overturns ban on Sikh dagger
Last Updated Thu, 02 Mar 2006 10:01:16 EST
A Montreal Sikh boy can now wear his ceremonial dagger in the classroom after Canada's top court overturned a ban on the kirpan.
In its 8-0 judgment, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled on Thursday that a total ban infringes guarantees of religious freedom under the Charter of Rights.
Gurbaj Singh
The case stems from a November 2001 incident at Ste-Catherine-Laboure school in LaSalle. Gurbaj Singh Multani's cloth-wrapped dagger came loose from around his waist and fell to the ground at the elementary school.
The school's principal ordered the 12-year-old to remove the kirpan, but Gurbaj left school rather than remove the 10-centimetre long dagger, which he says is a key component of his faith. He eventually switched to another school.
FROM MAY 17, 2002: Sikh boy wins kirpan case in Quebec
His family took the case to court, and in May 2002 the Quebec Superior Court ruled Gurbaj could wear his kirpan to school if it was wrapped in heavy cloth inside a wooden case, underneath his clothing.
Quebec's government at the time, the Parti Québécois, appealed the decision. In 2004, the Quebec Court of Appeal struck down the decision, ruling the kirpan had the makings of a weapon and was dangerous.
Although banning the weapon was a hindrance to freedom of religion, the court ruled that community safety comes first.
FROM CBC ARCHIVES: Religion in the Classroom
McGill University professor Jack Jedwab said Canadians are looking for guidance in determining where to draw the line when it comes to issues of religious freedom.
"People are looking for some leadership on this point and hopefully they'll get some from the Supreme Court," he said.
Manjeet Singh, the Sikh chaplain at McGill and Concordia universities, who also assisted Gurbaj Singh's legal team, said baptized Sikhs believed the kirpan is a symbol of courage, freedom and responsibility to stand up for their rights.
"It is one of the five articles of faith that every baptized Sikh is supposed to have on their person, all the time," said Manjeet Singh.
Craig Buchanan, the vice-president of English affairs with for the Quebec Federation of Parents Committee, said the issue is divisive.
"It's a tricky situation. If you start to try to limit the religious freedoms, then what's that going to do to other religious freedoms?" said Buchanan. "And if you seek to compromise safety in schools, how far is that going to go as far as safety in the schools?"
Headlines: Canada
judge wopner
this is great to know because after a few dudes were stabbed at my school with ceremonial daggers people werent so rosy on the notion of religious freedom when that freedom entails teenagers with knives.
any religion has to adapt to a reasonable extent in a multicultural society,
when those rights can reasonably infringe on others, especially when it comes to personal saftey,
in france they took it perhaps too far banning outward signs of religion in schools like crosses and star's of david and eventually muslim headdress.
but keeping knives out of schools seems reasonable enough.
Ditto Much
Religous freedoms cannot trump public safety. A dagger is a weapon and weapons are not allowed in public schools. We're not saying you can't express your religion only that knives aren't allowed in schools.
i was just gonna post this article too...
Canada is fucked when it comes to religious freedoms. We're bending over backwards to anyone that says they are not receiving fair treatment. When you emigrate to a country you have to be willing to leave some shit back home where you came from. I think our system & our Charter of Rights are totally taken advantage of.
Colm
Its a difficult decision - and the 8-0 ruling makes me worry about the competency of the Court.
There is a fine line between restricting religious expression in the name of public safety and restricting religious expression in the name of irreligion. I think the SCC is anxious to appear 'balanced' and 'moderate' to religious groups in the wake of well-founded accusations of judicial activism, and may well have sacrificed public safety in the process.
Essentially, they went beyond respecting somebody's differences, but gave that person more rights than the majority of Canadians because of his religious beliefs.
Ditto Much said:
i just read soem of the court decision, they did make a good point that while a knife is a weapon, there are many things allowed at school like exacto knives, those geometry kit spikes and scisorrs that could easlily be wielded as weapons, so on that basis, they didnt feel a knife being a weapon sufficient grounds to ban it.
i like how they specifically mentioned in the article that it accidentally fell out from his clothes in the school yard. i think they are trying to wash over what may have been something quite different as every sikh i ever knew in school that has worn a kirpan had it tighly secured to their body, and the notion of it falling off in such a manner is akin to suggestig a yamika can just fly off a jewish guys head with a bit of wind...
its fishy.
I'm not well-versed in Sikh traditions, but if the dagger is purely ceremonial, could a Sikh not simply wear the symbol around his or her neck (like Christians wear a crucifix), or could the dagger be more of a dagger-shaped object rather than carrying an actual blade?
These seem like reasonable compromises at the individual level, and do not require Supreme Court intervention.
AdRiaN said:
i asked the same thing to hot sikh girls who can from a symbolic standpoint pretned to date within their culture while sleeping with me.
everybody wins!!!!
deafplayer
or just coat the blade in some kind of plastic?
deafplayer said:
and then the sikhs can add some tang to your holy water and sex up the cofessionals!!!
sorry im in a STFU mood
Booty Bits
i think that the kirpan issue has been blown out of proportion. if a kid is so devout of a sikh that he is wearing a kirpan, it would follow that he would have enough respect for the meaning behind it that he wouldn't use it in an act of violence.
i know wopner said some kids were stabbed with one at his school but i seriously doubt that that is a) the full story b) a common occurence.
basically, i don't have a problem with people being allowed to wear kirpans in public.
p.s. dig this, you're verging on some serious anti-immigrant rhetoric there buddy. they should leave parts of their religion where they came from? why? and why do you assume that a sikh is not a canadian? what if this guy was born and raised in canada and is still a devout sikh? is he still supposed to bend to your ideas of how he should express his faith?
some of the shit i read on this board blows my mind.
Booty Bits said:
Good argument!
Would you be okay with people carrying swiss army knives at school?
Would it make any difference to you if the person was devout or not. What if the boy in question had never ever before shown any interest in his religion and decides one day to beging to wear a kirpan while not following any other of the religous obligations.
How about this... What if a non sikh decides to wear a kirpan to school to mock the religion? Do we have to ask the person what religion they are when they walk in with a kirpan to decide if its allowed or not?
The kirpan is unique in that it is in every real sense a weapon. Sikh must remove it when boarding a plane why would a school be different.
This is actually a good point if accurate. I wasn't aware that it must be removed when boarding a plane. Presumably the reasoning there being that it could fall into the wrong hands. Interesting parallel although the impact of a would-be hijacker getting hold of a knife is potentially far more lethal than if it ended up in another kid's hands in a school. Nevertheless.
My feelings are mixed on this issue. On one hand, I instantly grimace at things being justified and fought for on the basis of "religious rights" but admittedly that's my own personal bias showing. I also question the wisdom of allowing another potential weapon into a school where it could, technically, be used as anything but a religious symbol.
On the other hand, there have never been any documented cases of violences involving kirpans in a Canadian school (not sure about your story of the stabbings Wopner), at least not according to several news reports I've watched over the last couple of days. Secondly, we allow kids access to sharp scissors in schools so it would a tad disingenuous to prohibit a concealed knife on the basis of potential violence.
(but make no mistake....it IS a concealed knife)
Interesting topic with good points for discussion (Dig This's absurd views aside)
if a kid is so devout of a sikh that he is wearing a kirpan, it would follow that he would have enough respect for the meaning behind it that he wouldn't use it in an act of violence.
But that's the whole point ... if the kirpan is not to be used in an act of violence (i.e., it's a religious symbol rather than a weapon), then why the insistance that it be an actual sharp-bladed dagger? Nobody is asking Sikhs to suppress an expression of their faith, but rather offering a fair compromise between religious freedom and public safety.
From what I have read, the kirpan is a symbol of struggle and meant to inspire Sikhs in their daily lives, much like the Christian crucifix. I do not understand why the symbol must be manifested in such a specific physical way. The whole point of a symbol is that it represents something by association rather than actually BEING something. (if that makes sense?)
Hey guys lets go easy on Dig This. If we can't express unpopular ideas and can't discuss things without taking the politically correct view we are going to have very few conversations worth having.
dig this said:
When you emigrate to a country you have to be willing to leave some shit back home where you came from.
Ditto....one isn't being "politically correct" when refuting this type of stuff. See other examples within this very thread for how to convey a contrary position without resorting to absurdity.
i dont agree with people saying "keep your religion back where you came from" either but that doesnt really BLOW MY MIND in that sense. does this kind of opinion really shock you that much? actually if anything blows my mind its the inability of people to objectivley look at the issue for what it truly is: freedom of expression. relgiion is the sub-text.
of course if they were a debout sikh they would have no reason to pull the knife and use it. theres never really been an implication that somehow sikhs are more prone to violoence or that carrying around a dagger implicitly means you will use it if a fight breaks out.
yes tehre have been stabbings with kirpans, i find it utterly hilarious that people have no issue being hyper critical of media fact checking when it comes to politics but belevie whatever they hear when it comes to a social issue. kids are kids no matter what colour and many kids go to church every sunday but still commit crimes, what make you think that just because someone is a sikh wearing a kirpan that they are somehow not as criminally minded as a crucifix wearing christian?
if youve ever seen how the dagger is supposed to be secured its quite fititng and should not just "fall out" while on the school yard the way the newspapers have craftily described. this kid may have simply not secured it properly, or perhas another ignorant kid mabey saw something and tried to yank it. just give a second consideration as to why the media have been very specific to say the this entire incident began when the dagger "accidentally came loose and fell from beneath his clothing".
i dont know the details of what happend, im not implying he was using it for a weapon but i think its fair to say that kirpans werent much of an issue until they started "falling" out of dudes shirts.
think of all the stabbings that have taken place where no one was ever charged and no weapon was ever recoverd... at least the high schools i went to this was an unfortunate event sometimes.
yes kids have been stabbed with kirpans and yes kirpans have been turned against the bearer. both are brutal occurances.
again this comes down to freedom of expression, as freedom to practice religion is in a basic sense the freedom to express inwardly and outwardly their bleiefs. carrying a dagger for some sikhs is an expression of their beliefs, albeit a symbolic one.
why is it okay to insist people remove the dagger to get on a plane but not in school where often violence and weaponry are legitimate threats?
i think its rascist to suggest they shouldnt ever carry the knife, but it does beg the question if a sikh can wear a dagger why cant a non-sikh carry one? no one ever checks the credentials of the person carrying the dagger to ensure they are a sikh, its a cultural presumption people are making in light of this court decision, they see a dude with a turban and looks east indian so he gets to carry the dagger. can i simply claim to be a sihk and carry one? are there rules that demand only a dagger can be worn with the turban? not all sikhs carry turbans, or kirpans...
it opens a can of worms, and suffice to say, how many stabbings would have to happen to make kirpans a legit concern?
janiecakes
judge wopner said:
from an article in the toronto star today:
The nuanced ruling, which contains three sets of reasons that ultimately arrive at the same conclusion, says schools can establish some limits on wearing a kirpan, but that a prohibition constitutes an unfair limitation to religious freedom.
The rules at the Peel public school board, for instance, require that a formal request be made to the school principal, that the wearer be a Khalsa Sikh (baptized); and that the kirpan be no longer than 17.8 cm, remain sheathed and be secured in place under clothing. The right to carry the knife may be revoked if it is abused.
janiecakes said:
nice article,
accept if schools policy is trumped by the charter of rights and freedoms, is a school policy that lay's the ground work for religious expression legally valid?
a sikh can carry a kirpan not because he was baptised or has confirmation form a religious authority that he is a sikh, he can carry the dagger because he subscribes to a religion that requests it of him, and our laws permit such expressions of religion in spite of a school ban on weapons.
so again, where does teh school get off demanding formal credentials to give permission for something that the court has ruled perfectly legal?
seems like a big grey area, and again why limit it on airplanes but not at schools and the like?
are you seriously asking this?
In a school, a kid cannot realistically commit mass murder with a blade, unlike a plane, where everyone knows how easy it is to do
hey without the "quote" feature its just not a peircing!! ha!! jj
yes i am, the question is of intent. is the increased potential for violence sufficient to warrant a limitation on freedom of relgion? where does that line get drawn.
if its reasonable that at some schools there are situations where weapons are used, it is reasonable to assume that a teenager carrying a sharp dagger could reasonably make use of it during a confrontation?
yes its a very grey area to me. what about geting into clubs, do teh bouncers have the right to make you remove the kirpan?
the court did not say 'everyone and their mother can now arm themselves to the teeth in schools'. they ruled that a ban on kirpans is unfairly limiting religious freedoms for sikhs. the schools have every right to have a system in place to ensure that people are carrying daggers for religious reasons, and not for shits and giggles.
"puts down the knife...stops laughing"
why must you take the punch bowl away right in the middle of the party?
i dont think anyone is saying this is an open door for everyone to carry weapons. im looking at the broader implications of this.
again i ask: if its one's religious freedom to carry a dagger, what limits does a school have to say whom is allowed to express their religious freedom and who isnt?
Im not a Sikh and I've never talked to one about this or heard what they have to say, but... I would expect to hear something like:
The meaning of the dagger is very different to one who wears it for religious purposes
in fact thats the entire point - hes wearing it b/c of his beliefs, not for violent tactical purposes
He does not wear it as a weapon, in the same way the ceremonial mace in our house of commons is not thought of as a weapon but as a ritual object of purely symbolic value and function
It does nto occur to MPs to grab it in a heated debate and swing it around, taking out opposition MPs until stopped by a shower of bullets


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Media > Movies > Best Original Film Scores Ever
Best Original Film Scores Ever
By Ben on August 26th, 2009
Not even bad movies can ruin an otherwise brilliant original score. With film scores, the composer's imagination (in the context of the film, or course) is the limit, and has the potential to be so much better than the script itself. If John Williams composed the music to Basic Instinct 2, he'd likely be nominated for an Oscar (okay, maybe not, but you get my point).
Now, in alphabetical order, here are the best scores out there, some extremely obvious, and others in films that can't hold a candle to their themes. I'm leaving out cartoons and musicals because, to me, those belong on a different list, one devoted solely to films meant for, or are famous for, only their music. Also, purposely lacking on this list are scores to much older films, because I sincerely believe that the most memorable and recognized scores today came out only in the last 40 years, mainly due to the advent of the blockbuster film which virtually requires accompanying blockbuster music. I'm sure the theme from Gone with the Wind is good, how couldn't it be? But I'd say we'll be whistling the theme to Star Wars for decades longer as those who actually saw Wind die out.
The Addams Family – Marc Shaiman
Starting with a snoozer, huh? Sure, the 1991 film was silly, but Shaiman's theme is everything from over-the-top romantic to creepy and sneaky, just like the family. Each track on this album is good, and Shaiman rarely succumbs to composing filler for blah scenes. It's also got the extended version of Mamushka, sang wonderfully by the late Raúl Juliá who played Gomez. The Addams Family on Amazon
American Beauty – Thomas Newman
With unconventional sounds and instruments, this score doesn't seem to follow any traditional method of film composing, and it's a hit. Just a warning – people buy this looking for the song that played as Angela undressed, but it's not on here. That's Annie Lennox singing a Neil Young song called "Don't Let it Bring You Down" which is available on her album Medusa, and not even the soundtrack (not score) album for this Academy Award-winning film. American Beauty on Amazon
Angels & Demons – Hans Zimmer
This album starts off with one of the most in-your-face, exciting tracks Zimmer has composed since the Battle scene in Gladiator. My problem with the Da Vinci Code soundtrack was that it was too soft and generally took too long to build to those monumental moments that Zimmer is known to swat at you, but here, it starts right away, as it should. As for the rest of the score, it's what it's supposed to be… lots of violins and choral chanting, some softer tunes, with hints of Da Vinci's riffs but solid and different enough to stand on its own. Angels & Demons on Amazon
Back to the Future – Alan Silvestri
A brilliant score to a classic movie. The sequels, too, had great music, with change-ups in the sounds based on the era in which Marty and Doc were hangin' in. Back to the Future on Amazon
A Beautiful Mind – James Horner
Another best picture winner, Horner delivers a whirlwind of music that captures the brilliant yet troubled mind of John Nash in a kaleidoscope of music with lovely soprano backings by Welsh singer Charlotte Church. A Beautiful Mind on Amazon
Bram Stoker's Dracula – Wojciech Kilar
Here's another snoozer, but I think it's the best horror soundtrack, beginning to end, out there. It's often slow and creepy, music that builds to neck-chomping climaxes with blood flowing everywhere. Bram Stoker's Dracula on Amazon
Braveheart – James Horner
Another best picture winner scored by Horner, Braveheart's music is the ultimate soundtrack for British-bashing Scots. I just want to point out that Iron Maiden's "The Clansman" is also about William Wallace and gives a heavy metal twist to this period. If only Mel Gibson put that in the film… Braveheart on Amazon | More Music From Braveheart on Amazon
Crocodile Dundee – Peter Best
I can't say that every track on this album is brilliant, considering many were made in the context of comedic incidents by the outback Aussie in New York, but the main theme and supporting themes are unique and memorable, far more serious than the movie turns out to be. Crocodile Dundee on Amazon
The Dark Crystal – Trevor Jones
One of my all-time favorites, Jones composes music that ultimately outlives the puppet-only film and cheesy 80s special effects. Decades after the film was released, a limited-edition CD came out for this film with the entire score on one CD and the limited, 'best-of' score on the other. Incidentally, I really wanted to add Labyrinth to this list, but the music in that isn't for everyone. The Dark Crystal: 25th Anniversary on Amazon | The Dark Crystal, limited-edition two-CD set on Amazon
E.T. – John Williams
At the time, this was the highest-grossing film ever, and the score is over-the-top wonderful, particularly the soothing Over the Moon.
While on the subject of Spielberg/Williams films, I'm leaving Jaws off of this list because the soundtrack as a whole was only okay. That classic, two-note theme is indeed good and memorable, but only fit those shark scenes. And lets be honest – upon repeat viewings of Jaws, those are the only scenes worth watching. E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial on Amazon
Gladiator – Hans Zimmer
Every track on this album is unique, beautiful, intense, and outright brilliant. Zimmer's musicians were anxious to see this film as they composed this music, and the movie lived up to the score and won best picture. My favorite track isn't even on the Gladiator soundtrack, which is available here on Amazon. It's on the Gladiator: More Music From The Motion Picture soundtrack, called 'Figurines.' Check it out:
Glory – James Horner
Another memorable theme backed by the Boys Choir of Harlem, Horner's Charging Fort Wagner track is the ultimate theme to any battle. Glory on Amazon
The Godfather – Nino Rota
Surely, the theme of the best movie of all time belongs on here, right? While not every track is a solid winner, the main and supporting themes are fun to whistle. The Godfather on Amazon
(EDITOR'S NOTE: Nino Rota's score was removed from the list of 1973 Academy Award nominees when it was discovered that he had used the theme in Eduardo De Filippo's 1958 comedy Fortunella. Although in the earlier film the theme was played in a brisk, staccato and comedic style, the melody was the same as the love theme from The Godfather, and for that reason was deemed ineligible for an Oscar. Despite this, The Godfather Part II won a 1974 Oscar for best original score, although it featured the same love theme that made the 1972 score ineligible.)
Harry Potter – John Williams and others
I'll admit that I'm not familiar with every track to every Potter film's score, but familiar enough to know that Williams and composers such as Patrick Doyle, William Ross and Nicholas Hooper didn't disappoint when delivering the themes to these films which will live in children's memories for decades to come. Harry Potter soundtracks on Amazon
Home Alone – John Williams
The score to this film is yet another example of how great John Williams actually is. The music didn't need to be good enough to make this list, but yet it was. Ultimately, it's a silly film that became a huge hit, and it memorably captures the wackiness, loneliness, and spirit of Christmas that will forever be associated with Macaulay Culkin. Home Alone on Amazon
Hook – John Williams
I wasn't at all a fan of this Steven Spielberg-directed film but Williams didn't phone in the music (available here on Amazon). Some of my favorite tunes on here aren't even part of huge moments, particularly Captain Hook's theme. It starts at about 1:20 of this track:
The Hulk – Danny Elfman
I couldn't possibly make this list without a mention of Danny Elfman. His comic-book-to-life sounds, often tracked over Tim Burton/Johnny Depp flicks, are always great but seem to always lack that one element that puts it over the top into the greatest soundtracks ever category (which is why I believe he has yet to win an Oscar and rarely gets nominated despite the number of films he's scored). These include scores such as Edward Scissorhands, Batman, Dick Tracy, Beetlejuice, Spider-man, and many others. But when I heard the Hulk theme (which wasn't even a good movie), I found my favorite. The Hulk on Amazon
Indiana Jones – John Williams
Williams scored all four Indiana Jones films, but due to so many overlapping themes on each score it's hard to put one on this list but not the others. However, my personal preference is for The Temple of Doom, which contains my favorite track the Slave Children's Parade. Indiana Jones on Amazon
Interview With the Vampire – Elliot Goldenthal
I rarely go a day without hearing a track from this film on my Ipod, another vampire score that sounds as if it's being played by mad violinists. I even enjoy the last track on the album, which is a Guns N Roses version of the Rolling Stones' Symphony for the Devil. Interview With The Vampire on Amazon
Jurassic Park – John Williams
Okay, maybe I'm just a huge fan of John Williams, but if I can remember the score by heart, it likely means it's good enough to be on here (BTW, despite owning Saving Private Ryan and several other Williams scores, not all of them make the cut). Jurassic Park on Amazon
The Last of the Mohicans – Trevor Jones
Every time I hear the track The Kiss I wanna grab the nearest chick, ugly or not, and make out with her. Oh, and unlike the soundtrack, which is in my top five favorites ever, I think this movie sucked. The Last Of The Mohicans on Amazon. And if you can get it, buy the Mohicans Special Edition.
The Lord of the Rings – Howard Shore
Explain this to me… Shore won the Best Original Score Oscar for Part I and Part III, but not Part II. But you know what? The Two Towers was my favorite of the three, and a symphony is even playing it to the film on stage. So what gives? Regardless, Shore scored hours of brilliant music in these films and the best way to hear it is to buy the extended edition versions, which cost a lot of money but are an absolute must for true fans. In fact, they cost even more than the DVD movies themselves! Lord of the Rings Complete Recordings on Amazon
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein – Patrick Doyle
This movie fell flat at the box office but the themes and supporting music are excellent. There aren't too many people on the same page as me on this because they dismissed the film, but give it a listen and you'll see what I mean. Mary Shelley's Frankenstein on Amazon
North by Northwest – Bernard Herrmann
Gotta get a Alfred Hitchcock score on here, right? Or, how about three, starting with what is often thought to be Hitchcock's best film. Five minutes into watching this I already thought this was bound to be one of my favorite movies, and by the end, it was. North By Northwest: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. For the best Hitchcock compilation, get Hitchcock: Master of Mayhem.
Pirates of the Caribbean – Hans Zimmer and Klaus Badelt
Even though Part III of this film left a lot to be desired, the scores in each are pure swashbuckling adventure, particularly Zimmer's Wheel of Fortune in Dead Man's Chest. Pirates of the Caribbean on Amazon
Psycho – Bernard Herrmann
Shower scene. Best. Score. Ever. The rest of the film has okay music, nothing fascinating or even very memorable. But that shower scene… Psycho on Amazon
Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves – Michael Kamen
Another great score to a fun adventure movie, even if it was Kevin Costner, and it certainly helped to have Bryan Adams' 'Everything I do (I do it for you)' as a base. Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves on Amazon
Schindler's List – John Williams, with Itzhak Perlman
This score had to be good and that it was. This was Williams' fifth (and so far, final) Oscar win and I remember when he went up there, he looked as if he expected it. My favorite tracks on this aren't actually the main themes, but Oyf'n Pripetshok / Nacht Aktion (Ronit Shapira) and Yerushalaim Shel Zahav (Hana Tzur). Schindler's List on Amazon
Shawshank Redemption – Thomas Newman
Aside from the main theme, which in and of itself wonderful, try listening to 'Compass and Guns' without shedding a tear. I wouldn't even be surprised if people have committed suicide to 'Brooks Was Here,' one of the most moving scenes in the film. The Shawshank Redemption on Amazon
Silence of the Lambs – Howard Shore
The main theme here is good but no one can forget the shock of the police officers when they see what Lecter had done, and the overlaying track captures that intensity. The Silence Of The Lambs on Amazon
Star Wars – John Williams
Now, I've gotta admit that not every track in every film is a winner, but many are, particularly the end theme of Episode IV, the Imperial March, and my personal favorites, the Arrival at Tatooine from Episode I, which doesn't get good until 1:53 of the track. Star Wars on Amazon | Special Edition Soundtracks on Amazon
And who can forget 'Duel of the Fates'?
Vertigo – Bernard Herrmann
Music to get dizzy to. Vertigo on Amazon
Willow – James Horner
Yet another grand-scale epic adventure movie and a James Horner score that doesn't disappoint. Forget Wicket the Ewok and the Leprechaun, Warrick Davis will forever be associated with Willow. Willow on Amazon
Other memorable themes:
The Fugitive – James Newton Howard
The Green Mile – Thomas Newman
Superman – John Williams
The Good, The Bad and the Ugly – Ennio Morricone
Alien – Jerry Goldsmith
Terminator 2: Judgement Day – Brad Fiedel
City Slickers – Marc Shaiman
Midnight Cowyboy – John Barry
Many, many more, but these all rise to the top.
Here's another good list, though I don't agree with all the choices:
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Ten Memorable Movie Tough Guys
100 Epic Group Halloween Costumes
The Most Awesome Mustaches Ever


RAMOS MOS1 MAX – Xiaomi Mi Max Killer With a 6.44″ Display And 6010mAh Battery!
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Review of the SMA-TIME – A Waterproof Smart Watch with 40 days Standby battery!


eToro is a new broker, but is gaining quickly recognition. It aims to educate its customers by presenting them an impressive number of tools charts and indicators in an approachable way. Traders can also learn by interacting with others, that being a feature of social trading.
The company that owns eToro is called Tradonomi LLC and it is based in the United States. It is registered with the CFTC and the NFA. It complies with the capital requirements and rules that enable a safe trading environment. The platform also uses SSL for encryption, so that all the data regarding the clients and their IP's are kept safely.
Because of their innovations the platform won an impressive number of awards from companies such as World Finance, Finovate Fall and European CEO. Some of these innovations are the possibility to copy the trades of others with the eToro Openbook and an increased number of tools.
Social trading is based on the rules of social networks and the content is largely generated by the users, such as posts, article and videos. The broker encourages everybody to take part in social trading because setting up an account is easy and the interface is friendly.
The currency pairs and trading instruments are also presented in an appropriate way, by focusing on simplicity and usability above other considerations. The feedback generated by users is also an instrument that helps the platform improve and given that we are talking about a trading social network, this feedback comes from more customers and it is more detailed, allowing the developers to improve the platform in a short amount of time.
The platform is a great place to be for advanced traders, because they can gain a following and they will find traders that copy them. There are also a lot of tools that show what the majority thinks about the direction a currency pair is heading. Trades can be maintained for short amounts of time, even one minute for traders that wager on a volatile environment.
The company offers their trading platform in three variants: eToro WebTrader, eToro OpenBook and eToro Mobile Trading Platform.
The WebTrader is the main platform and it has an elegant interface as to not overload traders with information. A feature that is specific to it is the integrated chat function. It is possible to interact with other traders or to remain invisible.
The OpenBook takes the social network features one step further and integrates them in order to create an impressive package. Traders can see what others are doing and interact with them. There is also the possibility to copy the trades of others.
The Mobile Trading App allows traders to be informed about their portfolio even if they are on the move. There is even support offered for Android and iPhone. There is also a feature that prevents the phone from going in hibernation when social training is realized.
There are four types of trading accounts, ranked according to the minimum deposit required. The higher this deposit is, the greater the number of features. The minimum deposit is between $50 and $500, depending on the method of payment used.


Receiving a treatment surrounded by nature is an incredibly relaxing experience, especially when there is an unforgettable view of the water. Scents of massage oils combined with the scents of salty ocean air charge you with positive energy while your muscles relax under the skilled hands of a massage therapist. Our list of spas with best ocean views includes secluded getaways, tropical island resorts and one-of-a-kind overwater cabanas.
Receive a treatment right over the water in this overwater cabana at the Shangri-La Villingili resort. Enjoy soothing ocean breezes and clear air as you receive a massage that's healing for the mind and body.
Couples and honeymooners should book a massage side-by-side with magnificent views of the Pitons in St. Lucia. Ladera Resort is one of the top romantic places to stay in the Caribbean.
Located on its own little island right next to the famous St. Mark's Square, Hotel Cipriani Venice is ideal for honeymooners looking for privacy and five star service. Visit in the summer and ask for an outdoor treatment with views of St. Mark's square, canals and rooftops at sunset for a once-in-a-lifetime spa experience. Afterwards, have a romantic dinner at the hotel restaurant with a view.
Enjoy massage and reflexology on the ocean's edge in Madagascar, surrounded by rocks and open views at Constance Lodge Tsarabanjina. The over water wellness center features oils, scrubs and wraps created exclusively for the "Spa de Constance." The newly renovated hotel is located on an island off Madagascar with only 25 guest bungalows. There is a great dive center and some of the world's best dive sites around the island.
At Lime Spa at at Huvafen Fushi travelers goers have a choice of overwater and underwater treatments.
When you book a treatment on the beach on Fregate Island in the Seychelles, you don't have to worry about other vacationers walking about, disturbing your relaxation. This ultra-private island measures less than one square mile in size and accommodates just a handful of vacationers at a time. The Rock Spa is set on a cliff-top plateau with panoramic views of the sea. You'll be surrounded by freshwater pools and soothing waterfalls.
It's a great time to plan a getaway at the Sheraton Kauai which just completed a $16 million renovation. Book one of the rooms or suites with a terrace facing the ocean and treat yourself to a relaxing treatment with a view.
Deep Ocean Spa at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort is the first thalassotherapy center built in the South Pacific. Thalasso Spa offers beautiful overwater treatment rooms that overlook the island of Bora Bora. While you are getting a massage, you can watch marine life through glass floors. Relaxation areas have unobstructed views of the ocean, outdoor jacuzzi, steam baths, a fitness room and a tea lounge. Choose from a number of signature packages for one of two people.
Sense Spa at Rosewood Mayakoba is situated on its own little island within the resort. This award-winning getaway lets you enjoy treatments surrounded by water and lush greenery. A hot rock treatment, reflexology, a pedicure - the choice is yours.
Nirwana Spa at the Pan Pacific Bali offers treatments in thatched-roof private cabanas on the edge of the Indian Ocean. You can listen to the waves and smell the healing ocean air as you receive your treatment.
When you check into Correntoso Lake and River Hotel, you will be surrounded by magnificent Patagonia mountain and lake views wherever you go: your room and the restaurant. Lounge next to the outdoor or indoor pool and get an incredible outdoor treatment with scenic mountains as a backdrop. This getaway is perfect for combining adventure activities with relaxing at the spa.
At Banyan Tree Cabo Marques, you can get a relaxing massage with open air views of Acapulco's stunning coastline.
The wellness center at Yasawa Island in Fiji has incredible treatment suites that open out to the sandy beach and the ocean beyond. The spa is set on the edge a beautiful beach with soft white sand. You can walk there barefoot from your beachfront villa, enjoying the feeling of the sand between your toes.
The Baravi Spa on Yasawa offers a a blend of traditional and contemporary treatments. Ask for the signature Baravi Rhythm, performed by two synchronized therapists. Arrive early to relax and cool off in the outdoor pools overlooking the ocean. Couples honeymooning in Fiji can book side-by-side massages in a treatment suite overlooking the ocean. We recently featured Yasawa Island in our collection of Best Secluded Romantic Getaways.
Get a treatment in your own private Two Bedroom Over Water Pool Residence Pavilion at Anantara Kihavah Villas.
At Banyan Tree Bintan in Bali you can receive this soothing massage right on the sandy beach near the ocean's edge.
This outdoor massage setup at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is for those who want to experience an evening massage surrounded by lanterns in a pavilion on the ocean's edge.
The Hayman Island in Australia offers the Ocean Massage where you receive a massage on the water, surrounded by the water from all sides.
Indulge in over water treatments on stilts at the Conrad Resort in the Maldives. Glass floors let you watch tropical fish swimming underneath as you receive a treatment.
Sign up for a couples' treatment in your private rooftop pavilion at Angsana Velavaru Maldives. Soothing island breezes combined with five star service and views of the blue lagoon create a truly unique experience. After the treatment, relax with a tea, enjoying open ocean views. Soothing aromatherapy treatments are healing to the body and mind. The wellness center has a range of scented oils available.
The Beach Spa at Jimbaran Puri features traditional open-air terraces in the shade next to a sandy beach, close to the edge of the ocean. Couples can request a side-by-side massage and relax in a double whirlpool bath with ocean views. Treatments are offered in the privacy of your suite or villa as well.
Dhonakuli Maldives can set up a massage table on a private stretch of a sandy beach. Whether you want a sunrise massage or a sunset massage by the water, all you have to do is ask.
This treatment room on Necker Island is elevated above the ocean to give you spectacular views of the blue horizon.
Enjoy a rejuvenating treatment at the Westin Nusa Dua Bali with views of the beach and the water.


It's that time of year again for the Philippine International Jazz Festival, when people who can't afford tickets to their big shows look for small, free ones. This was special though.
I haven't been to a Mishka Adams gig before, though I guess its expected for me to just rush to one. She entered the local music consciousness around 2006, and from the onset, it was obvious she knew and practiced the art of true jazz. This was also about the time I started to realize I was going to clubs, photo-documenting gigs, and she has always been on my list of to-see's, the other apparent reason is her being so visually stunning.
Thanks to a Facebook status update, I had my Tuesday evening set. Some more of the confidence to cover the gig was set when Tots, fellow member of my camera/photography group, was going to be part of Mishka's band. You know, Tots Tolentino, premier saxophonist, one of our contemporary jazz greats? We talked about photography before and after their soundcheck and it seemed like he hasn't talked about photography with anyone for a long time.
I had a few lenses with me for the gig, but thanks to a sleep-deprived, post-massaged self, once I picked the second row aisle seat, I decided to settle for the M42-mount Takumar lens (200mm, f/3.5, a whopping 750g) on my DSLR (setup photo). I quickly remembered a photography exercise I heard somewhere taken from some school in New York about picking one position in a street, and taking all your shots from there.
Mishka, and her awesome band, did an equally awesome set of songs from her new album. She sang in a couple of different languages, and did a rendition of Dahil Sa Yo that I don't think will make anyone make some silly news of it.
Alas, I went home CD-less, as I am jobless now and would need every penny now for a nearing, big-time situation. Though, I still take exception to commute fare for gigs and portrait shoots, since I don't spend for beer, nor a talent fee.
Just a few more photos of the gig on this Flickr slideshow.


Record your sonar log to an SD card on your Lowrance, Simrad or B&G sonar/chartplotter.
Upload your sonar logs directly from your go free compatible chartplotter or your computer to the C-MAP Genesis cloud, which will automatically create a custom map from your data.
Use your custom maps to determine depths and bottom hardness, locate structure, vegetation and transitions to make your time on the water more successful for fishing.


Love to read your articles; there is that Bollywood connection,humour and at the same time your article gives me a glance of life in 1970's in UK (Bradford).
Thanks for your comments Vaishali. I'd love to know what you think of the Bollywood clips I've featured to date – any favourites?
Beautiful piece. You have no idea where one would head to in his/her life – Josie a perfect example. Great job Irna dear.
Lovely piece Irna. Do you know where I could get hold of the Pakeezah film with English subtitles? Or where it might be shown in a London cinema?
Yasmin, delighted you feel inspired to watch Pakeezah (again)! I get them from Ebay or Amazon and they're usually subtitled.
That's a wonderful piece Irna. Loved it!


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Spain, Portugal & Morocco
16 Day Tour from Madrid to Madrid
On our Spain, Portugal, and Morocco tour, experience the rich history and distinct cultures of these three glorious countries. You'll overnight in Madrid, Seville, Granada, and the Costa del Sol in Spain; Coimbra and Lisbon in Portugal; and Rabat, Marrakesh, and Fez in Morocco. The tour starts in Madrid, where you'll discover the main sights with a local guide. On the way to Portugal, visit Avila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its ancient, fortified towers and walls, and beautiful Salamanca. The Portuguese pearls you'll discover on this affordable tour are Coimbra, Obidos, Fatima with its famous Sanctuary, and the capital, Lisbon. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco on the African continent by ferry to step back in time in Rabat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Morocco's capital. Fez is still the cultural and spiritual hub, and its centerpiece is the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its exotic palaces, madrasas, fondouks, residences, mosques, and fountains date back to the 13th-14th centuries. The red city of Marrakesh remains a tapestry of ramparts, mosques, palaces, gardens, vibrant public squares, and souks (markets). You'll get to know this fascinating city with a local expert on the included sightseeing tour. Stop in Casablanca, Morocco's westernmost city. Its name still resonates because of the 1942 classic film with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. Once back on the European continent, you will love the included guided visit to Granada's legendary Alhambra complex*, a lavish palace and fortress built by Moorish kings in 889 AD, and you will appreciate it even more after having visited Morocco. These are just some of the many highlights on this comprehensive and affordable Spain, Portugal, and Morocco tour. It's a memorable budget vacation for value-minded travel lovers.
see dates & prices *prices per person, based on double occupancy for 2 December 2023 departure
Alhambra and Generalife Granada
Belem Tower in Lisbon
Cathedral in Seville
Medina of Fez
Medina of Marrakesh
Old City of Salamanca
Old Town of Avila with its Extra muros Churches
Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City)


Speed kills, and Comeaux Wide Receiver Tanarious Achan is responsible for slaying defenses on a weekly basis.
A bunch of teams try to handcuff him with double-teams, but he still finds ways to make plays for the Spartans. What he lacks in size (5'9"-150 lbs), he makes up for with ankle-breaking moves. He ran a 4.45 in the 40-yard dash, but his on-field speed is more impressive than the numbers would even imply.
Achan might be a smaller receiver, but he idolizes athletes like the Houston Texans' DeAndre Hopkins and Florida State Running Back Dalvin Cook. He compares better to Antonio Brown, and he projects to the next level as a prototypical slot receiver. When you ask him about his game, he describes it with one word.
"Explosive," Achan says. "I just do the best I can for my team to provide scoring opportunities."
A trip out to Comeaux is necessary for all college scouts. He might be soft-spoken, but it's because he lets his game do all the talking...and it's loud on the field.


Notis Sfakianakis was born in Iraklion, Crete. From 1976 until 1984 he worked as a DJ at local clubs and disco's. In 1985 he opened up his own place that played live music, there Notis sang for the first time professionally and he also plays the drums. A little while later, in August'85 he was offered to work at a local night club and his professional career as a singer began. Notis Sfankianakis and his family moved to the island of Kos when he was seven.
Notis became a disk jockey in his early 20s. He supported himself by working as an electrician, plumber, waiter, and laborer. In 1985 he formed a band and played in clubs in Kos. Due to the lack of success, the band broke apart after less than year of being formed. In 1986 Notis moved back to Crete to start his solo singing career.
Notis began opening for national acts like Poly Panou. He was discovered by Costas Bourmas, the general manager of Sony in Greece. Bourmas signed Sfakianakis to the label, and Notis recorded his debut album First Time which made it into the Greek top ten. He is one of the most successful singers of his era in Greece.
Notis is on top of his game more than ever before. He knows how to change his music style to make his listeners want more. In his new live cd Magical Nights he once again displays his magical voice and again proves why he is one of the greatest performing talents in Greece.
Of his early works, his most notable release was Opa Opa which was written by Giorgos Alkaios and later covered by Despina Vandi and Antique. In 1994 he released the album Notioanatolika Tou Kosmou (Southeast of the World), which included O Aetos (The Eagle). It is widely agreed that this album was the catalyst for his achievement of superstardom in the greek-speaking world. He followed this with high profile tracks such as Den Se Hreiazome (I Don't Need You), Soma Mou (My Body), Gyftissa Mera (Gypsy Day), Na Hareis (Cherish) and Oi Skies (Shadows).
Sfakianakis released his own version in 2004, with Mpikakis contributing an introduction on his lyra. It appeared on the album Me Agapi O,ti Kaneis (With Love Whatever You Do), and later appeared on the album Koinonia Ora (Community Hour). There has since been much debate as to which version is better: the case for Mpikakis is that he performs the song with more passion, that as the creator of the song, it is much more hard-hitting for him. However, many argue that it does not compare to the grimmer, grittier 2004 version, and that Mpikakis' voice is no match for Sfakianakis.
In November 2007 Sfakianakis released a new album, Mnimes (Memories). Amongst the songs currently predicted to become hits are Klemmena (Stolen) and Par' Ta (Take Them).


In Pennsylvania, claims for injuries resulting from medical malpractice are largely governed by the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Act. A component of the MCARE Act is that health care providers must report all injury incidents and near misses, and the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority receives about 220,000 reports a year. The US Drug Watchdog, however, warns that errors related to pharmaceuticals are grossly underreported despite the statistics already being alarmingly high.
What Is the US Drug Watchdog?
What Are Pharmacy Errors, and Why Are They Underreported?
A pharmacy error can be anything from a defective device to a mislabeled bottle of pills. These mistakes can occur at your local pharmacy but also with emergency rooms, doctors' offices, online vendors and so forth. When it comes to underreporting, the US Drug Watchdog believes that the average U.S. consumer and even the average personal injury attorney do not associate such mistakes with personal injuries. The motivation behind this nationwide campaign is to get the word out about this problem. The group is targeting large metro areas, which is where the statistics indicate the problem is most prevalent.
What Rights Do These Victims Have?
Are Most Lawyers Prepared to Tackle These Cases?
The US Drug Watchdog does raise some interesting points. Many high-profile cases are considered class-action suits and are delegated to the largest firms. Part of the US Drug Watchdog mission is to provide young lawyers with the resources required in order for them to represent their clients well.
At Metzger & Kleiner, we are prepared and have helped many people just like you get compensation for injuries and other damages. As Philadelphia injury attorneys, our focus is on personal injury law, and we welcome the opportunity to meet with you. Initial consultations with a Philadelphia injury attorney are provided at no cost to you and without obligation. You can contact us online or call us. You can reach us at our Philadelphia office at (215) 567-6616 or our Lehigh Valley office at (610) 435-7400.


NTT DoCoMo, the Japanese mobile carrier, has announced a new smart watch that allows parents to track where their children are, according to Akihabara News.
The Dococchi 01 watch, which will be available in April, tracks ambient temperature, humidity and the wearer's location. When the child strays a certain distance away, it will send a notification to the parent's smartphone. The device can even determine whether the child is walking or resting.
The Huawei-manufactured device supports Bluetooth and GPS, as well as IPX5 waterproof and rustproof performance.
The watch will sync with up to six devices and will be available with either a light blue or a white color. NTT DoCoMo originally announced the device back in October for its winter and spring rollout. The watches in both colors will be available early next month, though the price is not yet available.
The new device continues Japan's innovations in mobile technology. Many mobile features that have become common in the West, such as phone cameras, mobile Internet and text messaging, became popular in Japan first.
If the product sells well in Japan, it might join the ranks of mobile technologies that have found a market in the West, which is just as safety-minded about children as Japanese parents seem to be.
It's not the only safety-related mobile technology that NTT DoCoMo is currently working on. With memories of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami still fresh in people's minds, NTT announced earlier this month that it was developing a multilingual app that would notify users of impending disasters in English, Chinese, Portuguese, Korean and Spanish.
The new watch could possibly receive these warnings as well as soon as the system is rolled out.


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C. Lorenzo "goLo" Evans III Talks Washington Performing Arts' Mars Arts DC Virtual Programming
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Washington Performing Arts' Mars Arts DC is set to launch innovative new series Dance in DC tonight as part of its virtual programming lineup; it consists of six mini documentaries that tell the stories of local dancers (including 15-year-old Matthew Crittenden) and local businesses (ft. Ben's Chili Bowl, Mr. Braxton Bar & Kitchen, Chaia Tacos, Nubian Hueman, Republic Restoratives Distillery and ARTECHOUSE), culminating in an on-site dance performance shot by award-winning D.C.-based director Francisco Campos-Lopez.
I was able to catch up with Washington Performance Arts Chief Operating Officer and Director of Finance C. Lorenzo "goLo" Evans III to find out more about the series, which he curated; an ultra-talented longtime dancer and choreographer, it's clear his heart and his head are in this from every possible angle, and so it makes sense that he's been able to help the organization pivot to high-quality virtual programming during the pandemic.
"As a programmer, I wanted to be sure that these were very special recordings. Everyone involved in our process is an artist themselves," he said of the Dance in DC series, which takes on a different feel to a live, in-person performance, but which offers extra room for creative expression in areas like lighting, for example, and getting across exactly what the choreographer has intended to convey. "It's really an expression, more-so than just a recording of some dancing. It's cinematic."
We talked about that and more, so read up on our full conversation below, and be sure to tune into the debut Dance in DC installment tonight (Monday, November 30th) at 7pm ET ft. a Crazy Legz ("The King of Beat Ya Feet") performance at Ben's Chili Bowl.
All virtual programming is available via Washington Performance Arts' Home Delivery hub, as well as on Facebook.
Let's start off with how you all have been affected by Covid; what are some of the pivots you've been doing, and/or what are some challenges you maybe didn't expect?
So in March, when Covid first started to take hold and DC, Maryland and Virginia responded with restrictions, we had a gala that was scheduled right at the very same time. The first pivot that we did in one day was transition our gala from a live, in-person event to a virtual gala. That's really the impetus behind a lot of our virtual programming decisions, because we were really early out into the virtual sticks with that virtual event.
Yeah! And do you feel that that early transitioning put you in a better position to move forward virtually, or at least test the waters?
I think so. Of course we had to cancel a large part of the second half of our season, but in taking that time we really decided to pursue the virtual space with Mars Arts DC. We've curated some pretty strong programs that we could release virtually, just because that's the new world. We were already in conversation about doing a lot of things with a lot of organizations, so we just took the opportunity to take some of the funding we were doing for in-person events to the virtual space.
Absolutely. And tell me about the Dance in DC program that's launching on Monday (November 30th).
With Dance in DC, we wanted to do a dance festival; I'm actually a dancer by training, so I was a commercial hip hop dancer for years and years, and I owned a dance company in DC which toured the world. Being a COO of an arts organization, my heart is in the arts completely. To have an opportunity to program, of course I'd jump at that; I thought it'd be a wonderful chance to connect businesses with the arts, and in doing that, I wanted to select some really strong dancers and artists, and some local businesses they could pair with to tell the story of the business owner, the dancer, and have that culminate in a performance within the business space. These are mini documentaries that will be premiering on all of our social media platforms. All of the businesses that we've chosen graciously accepted our invitation, and thought it was a really great idea to partner. It's just an inspiration in these Covid times.
How did you end up with the lineup of highlighted businesses, then? Are they favorites of yours?
There are definitely some staple businesses in DC that I love, and that the team loves in general. For example, one of our partners is ARTECHOUSE, which is an incredibly dynamic museum, and Ben's Chili Bowl is another partner which is, of course, an historic location. Some of these businesses we've partnered with before, but being on location with them was something different. Also, all of the businesses we approached about participating overwhelmingly said yes.
That's fantastic! Now, aside from the Dance In DC series, tell me a bit about some of the virtual programming you've got on deck that extends into 2021.
We have the Home Delivery series (free programming available on the Washington Performing Arts website), and of course we usually do in-person presentations, presenting at the area's largest venues like the Kennedy Center, Strathmore, Sixth & I, but of course due to the Covid restrictions we took a pivot in our programming to do virtual performances. Home Delivery Plus is just a scaled-down version of what we would have ordinarily presented in person, but it's such a beautiful array of artists and experiences for our audience that they'll greatly enjoy. It's very similar to the in-person experience, but it's an opportunity to see different sides of the artists as they connect with audiences in a virtual way. It's a really cool concept to just show the strength and the power of the arts in these crazy times.
Totally. Alright, and finally, what are some of the best ways we can support Mars Arts DC's virtual projects and/or Washington Performing Arts in general during this time?
I definitely think donations help, because we've had a complete polar shift in how we operate. Donations are always welcome, and that can be done on our website. But overall, I just love that artists are still creating and thriving. Regardless of the pandemic, I really think there's nothing that can stop creativity. This pandemic has caused creatives to be so much more creative, and it's caused the world to stop and appreciate and embrace a lot of creativity. To have been in-person for a lot of these recordings, I feel so honored that we are some of the only people that have seen live performances in months. To be able to see choreography and such creativity from so many artists has been such a treat, and we really hope that the audiences appreciate it as much as we've appreciated putting it together.
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