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A ticking type noise may develop, most noticeable when the engine is cold. This is commonly caused by one or more broken exhaust manifold bolts. Our technicians recommend to replace the broken bolts as needed, also the exhaust manifold gaskets should be replaced at this time.
Ticking Type Noise From Exhaust Manifold Area on Dodge Durango
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my durango ticks when it idols and i was told it was the lifters is that true
2005 Dodge Durango 51,286 mi,
i just started haveing this problem it should be repaired by a dodge dealer not me because it seems to be a commom problem from the car maker why do you pass this problem on to the customer when you should put out a recall order and fix your self you already know it a problem
2003 Dodge Durango 105,000 mi,
I have this problem right now. I have a 2003 dodge durango 4.7 and Im looking for a website that I can find the exhaust manifold and bolts to go with it. Can anyone help me please. I have been searching online and cant find the bolts and sheild to go with it.
2005 Dodge Durango 85,000 mi,
I replaced the right side gasket and bolts on exhaust manifold and now the left side is doing the same thing. The place that did the work on the right side said that this is very common problem due to the poor design of the heat shields placed in the engine compartment. My question is why isn't this on recall? It is expensive for the owner and I wonder if eventually exhaust fumes could come into the cab if you did not have it fixed.
2004 Dodge Durango 100,000 mi,
Always ticks when engine is first started or idling. Tick subsides after driving for a little while.
2005 Dodge Durango 90,000 mi,
When I first heard the noise, I thought it was the exhaust manifold gasket only. Upon doing a little research, I learned that the 4.7 has a very bad design for its exhaust manifold. So, early on sat morning, I went to the local Dodge dealer and purchased a complete set of new bolts and a gasket which ran me $37.20 for everything. There are 2 short and 2 long outside manifold bolts wich also serve as the heat sheild bolts, the 2 long bolts go towards the rear of the manifold, 4 inside bolts, all the same size for the center of the manifold, 2 manifold flange nuts and bolts and 4 heat sheild bolts. Both rear bolts and one front bolt were broken. Front one I had enough to extract with a pair of vice grips. The rear bolts had to be drilled and taken out with a bolt extractor. Easy enough to remove wheel well for access instead of trying to go in from the top. Total job took about 5 hours but I was not about to pay Dodge between $500.00 and $700.00 to fix this well known problem.
2005 Dodge Durango 177,000 mi,
making a tappin sound when i press on the gas
2001 Dodge Durango 128,000 mi,
started to hear clicking sound under the roght side of the hood whenever I give it gas. The engine could be hot/cold. Sounded like an old fashion motorcycle or a straw attached to a kids bike spoke to make that then cool sound. The tech notified me that 3 bolts on the manifold gasket have broke ....ouchhhh this vehicle has cost me over $4K in repairs since I got it used less than 2 yrs ago. Now not only do I have to replace these bolts, BUT, also the left front bearings too. When ever I turn the wheel you can hear a grinding. Originally though it was the brakes (brakes/pad/caliphers)that I had replaced 6 months ago.
This is truly the worse vehicle I've ever owned and wouldn't recommend anyone to buy.
This is truly the worse vehicle I've ever owned and wouldn't recommend anyone to buy.
2004 Dodge Durango 96,000 mi,
I didn't know what that ticking sound was, I thought my vehicle was getting old and worn. I kept brushing it off till it started getting loud and louder. I had it checked and found out the manifolds on both sides had holes and the heat shields were gone. It's a shame Dodge doesn't have a recall on this, and I will not buy another Durango again just because dodge did not care enough about there customers to take care of this common problem, but surely push there products on us. This is all because of there faulty bolts.
Had 2005 Durango in Fort Collins Dodge dealership for routine 60,000 mile service. Noted on receipt: "exhaust manifold leaking". However I have not noted "ticking sound" when engine cold. Should I take this to an exhaust/muffler shop to have exhaust system checked for a second opinion?
2006 Dodge Durango 28,000 mi,
I started hearing the "tapping" in my 4.7L H.O. '06 dakota upon startup and acceleration when cold. Took it to my dodge dealer and said it was $500 to fix. Wasnt sure if it was something I could do myself.
2003 Dodge Durango 121,000 mi,
lower rear bolt broke on the drivers side. i work at midas, its not the loud i'm just too sick of fixing everyone elses to fix mine. simple fix: i put a cherry bomb on it(only because my wife wasn't cool with the straight pipe), it drowns out the ticking noise and sounds tough.
2000 Dodge Durango 135,000 mi,
My Truck current on all maintance. Out of no where the driver sider front two bolts just snaped off
2006 Dodge Durango 59,500 mi,
Started as a ticking noise, but just during acceleration. Local dealer replaced broken bolts on passenger side and replaced gasket. $450 total, with majority for labor. Sound is gone and 5.7 engine runs great.
2007 Dodge Durango 60,000 mi,
I started hearing a ticking. I thought it was a valve. Come to find out that manifold gasket on passenger side was blown. Pulled manifold and found out that the manifold itself was eat up and would not take another gasket.This truck has only 60,000 miles on it. Always been garage kept and still like new. I am very pissed that as much as i paid for this truck that it has this problem. I am also going to pull the left side and replace it.Two manifolds gaskets bolts and labor cost more than a thousand dollars. I will be sending dodge the old sorry ass parts with a bill. Dodge put in a recall or be sued. By me.
Warren Alexander email@example.com 252-333-7119.
Warren Alexander email@example.com 252-333-7119.
2005 Dodge Durango 96,500 mi,
Hear a ticking noise at start of vehicle. 2 bolts on passenger side and 2 also on drivers side. I also had my instrument cluster replaced. Hoping no powertrain issues ahead but have noticed signs o this in the past. Come on Chrysler, make a vehicle safe and dependable so Durangos need vehicle maintance for normal wear/use. Not because of improper installation. Grrrrr.... Mad mom in Wi..
Car turns over but won't start
2006 Dodge Durango 78,000 mi,
I am having the same problem with my 2006 limited durango. Inspection shows 2 broken studs on heat shield and 2 broken bolts on passenger side of manifold.
2005 Dodge Durango 79,052 mi,
ticking sound when cold / found rear to exhaust manifold bolts broken off in heat shield causing noise. replaced all bolts and exhaust gasket.
2003 Dodge Durango 122,435 mi,
drivers side bolts broke. haven't done anything about it yet because i'm a mechanic and my car is falling apart. i put a cherry bomb on it, and u don't hardly hear it.


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DOZENS of career opportunities are now available with Carmarthenshire County Council with the authority on the hunt for apprenticeship and graduate trainees.
The programme starts this week with five apprenticeships and three graduate trainee posts on offer in project management, business administration and finance roles.
Four of the apprenticeship posts for business administration are based in the education and children's department, and the other for finance in learning and development.
The graduate trainee posts are within the communities directorate in housing and public protection, leisure services, mental health and learning disabilities.
Other career opportunities are being offered over the coming weeks in departments including environment, the chief executive's office and resources.
Graduate trainee career opportunities will include leisure services as a project officer, a business graduate within mental health and learning disability services, a graduate architect and a graduate accountant.
These posts are also for two years, and will follow a professional post-graduate course.
They are part of the council's Work Ready programme, now in its seventh year, which is aimed at offering local people employment within Carmarthenshire.
Since the programme was launched, the council has recruited 50 apprentices and 21 graduates with several moving onto employment within the authority itself.
The council's executive board member for HR Cllr Mair Stephens said: "The Work Ready Programme is in place to help people gain valuable work experience, develop workplace skills, and also to work towards recognised vocational and professional qualifications and gain an insight into careers within local government.
"A career in local government can be extremely varied and rewarding and over the coming weeks there will be a diverse range of apprenticeships and graduate posts on offer, working within departments across the whole of the council."
Successful apprenticeship candidates will be employed on a fixed term basis of up to two years and will benefit from a range of work based learning opportunities as well as access to corporate learning and development.
Cllr Stephens added: "We believe that by developing apprenticeship and graduate opportunities, people can learn and grow through these routes to play a key role in the delivery of high quality services and contribute to Carmarthenshire's future."
•More information and details of how to apply will be available on Carmarthenshire County Council's website carmarthenshire.gov.wales from this week onwards.


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From this mess emerged the Romantics: poets, writers, artists and musicians with a yearning to strike out independently and create something straightforward, beautiful as well as in reply towards the complex, prissy art which had gone before. Poets William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge were arguably in charge of the birth of English Romanticism along with the publication of their Lyrical Ballads collection in 1798 changed the course of literature forever. They used plain language, designed to be understood by everyone, and covered everyday topics, with a particular concentrate on nature, imagination and feelings. In case youPer-centu2019ve ever wanted to be wistfully strolling along a windswept beach, fundamental essentials individuals to thank.
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My character... he realizes that the apocalyptic crime rate is because of global deceleration. The rotation of the earth is slowing down at a rate of point zero, zero, zero, zero, zero, zero, zero six miles per hour each day disrupting the chemical equilibrium in the human brain causing very irrational criminal behavior.
Three days. Three final days. It all ends tonight.
I'm a pimp... and pimps don't commit suicide.
The fourth dimension will collapse upon itself... you stupid bitch.
Scientists are saying the future is going to be far more futuristic than they originally predicted.
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Join us for an in-depth discussion of the penetrating issues facing society today. Issues like abortion, terrorism, crime, poverty, social reform, quantum teleportation, teen horniness and war.
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This is the way the World ends. This is the way the World ends. This is the way the World ends. Not with a whimper, but with a bang.
Proposition 69. To Krysta that number had one meaning, and one meaning only. To everyone else it was a proposition on the ballot to restrict the powers of the oppressive institution known as USIDent.
Darkness fell upon the city. Neo-Marxist cells began to converge upon downtown.
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NEW BRITAIN — Where can you see a collection of antique toasters made in New Britain? Or grab a local yearbook that might have your mom's senior class picture, complete with her lacquered helmet hair? Or trace the history of a city building?
Answer: In the Local History Room, second floor of New Britain Library.
This dry-as-dust name hardly describes the treasures and oddities in a wonderfully eclectic collection of city-related stuff.
Most cities have historical societies to preserve such gems. But New Britain doesn't. Its society dissolved decades ago. So the Local History Room fills that void.


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SOHN strikes back with decent second album Rennen [Review]
By Chris Gillett
Following his global success with debut Tremors, electronic and alternative R'n'B artist SOHN returns with his second full-length Rennen through prestigious indie label 4AD.
Opener Hard Liquor pulses with industrial synths and a gritty sub bass, while gospel choir pads the soulful Justin Timberlake-style vocals. The different styles merge nicely with heavy beats and experimental textures, which converge with warped blues melodies. Lead single Conrad also relies on synths to create a vivid musical backdrop – this time channelling '80s power ballad synths under the catchy refrain, "I can feel it coming, we can never go back". The hook repeats throughout, making it SOHN's most radio-friendly song to date.
Gloomsters' The XX make a disappointing return in I See You [Review]
Well-crafted beats and synth lines peak at perfect moments throughout, and are intoxicating. Signal and Falling accomplish this and are standout tracks, but the album also shows a far more emotive side to SOHN, most notably in the title track and Primary. Both feature mournful and thought-provoking lyrics over sombre piano chords, drawing comparisons to Bon Iver.
There is also a prominent nature theme that runs throughout the album, particularly water. Dead Wrong builds a beat from samples of dripping sounds before electronic intricacies and R'n'B vocals elevate the song, and closer Harbour reverberates with whirring synths creating the atmosphere of waves. Proof and Still Waters, however, come across as slightly self-indulgent and repetitive due to their minimal structure.
Rennen shows clear progression and great dynamic control from SOHN, but the album falls just short of becoming a modern classic.
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I first came across "The Ordinary" in a You Tube Video by Wayne Goss.
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Deciem, owner of the brand has set itself a goal of disrupting the beauty industry. In The Ordinary they are offering known effective key ingredients at an astoundingly affordable price. Products I have tested include 2% Retinol, A Peptide complex, cold-pressed Rosehip oil, 10% Niacinimide with 1% Zinc, 10& Lactic Acid with 2% Hyularonic Acid, A stable suspension of 23% Vitamin C with 2% HA, 2% Hyularonic Acid + B5. The most expensive of these was the Retinol, cost 8 GBP! for 30ml. I have also recommended the Ordinary products to colleagues of mine, due to the low price, even if they did not like them, they would not be losing a lot of money. So far everyone has been blown away, by the effectiveness which is completely out of proportion to their price in the most unexpected way.
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A look at the Washington Capitals top 10 prospects heading into the 2015-16 season.
With the Capitals having a decade of the Alex Ovechkin era behind them, and some regular seasons of success, they have done a fine job avoiding the temptation of trading high picks for rental players trying to load up for a championship run. Perhaps that has been a mistake seeing as they have failed to come within striking distance of a championship with the strongest player the franchise has ever seen.
In the past two years under GM Brian McaLellan the draft results have been criticized. With ten picks from the last two drafts, the only player who stands out is Jakub Vrana and the decision to draft a goalie with the first pick from 2015 did not help change the criticism.
1. Madison Bowey: Defence – 6'1" / 195 lbs
Drafted: 53rd overall in the second round of the 2013 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
Bowey's game is defined by his great skating ability. His mobility is top notch, as he has very good top end speed, and acceleration; both in his forward and backwards skating. He has great pivots, excellent agility and very good edgework which allows him to cover a ton of ground out there. This skating ability allows Bowey to keep the play in front of him, as well to recover when he makes a mistake. – Last Word on Sports
2. Jakub Vrana: Left/Right Wing – 5'11" / 185 lbs
Drafted: 13th overall in the first round of the 2014 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
Vrana has a fantastic wrist shot with a plus plus release. He is also skilled at finding gaps in coverage from which to strike. After an awesome start to his North American career, with five assists in three games, he will try to repeat the performance in a full season. Anything close will see him unveiled in the U.S. Capital before too long. He has more upside than anyone in the system. – Hockey Prospectus
3. Stanislav Galiev: Right Wing – 6'1" / 187 lbs
Drafted: 86th overall in the third round of the 2010 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
Innovative forward with soft hands .. not overly big or powerful but wiry and strong for his size .. talented, agile skater with quick, resourceful feet .. moves well laterally, transitions instantly – has an awkward hitch in crossovers before flowing into a long, comfortable stride .. slippery, squirmy 1-on-1 – thanks to an elastic body and a unique ability to make skilled plays while twisting and pivoting in tight spaces .. generates serious wang on a hard, tricky wristshot that handcuffs goalies .. takes hits to make plays – finishes the odd check with conviction – but is generally easy to play against .. responsible defensively – but in need of better checking postures and routes – tends to roam from coverage lanes. – McKeens Hockey
4. Riley Barber: Right Wing – 6'0" / 194 lbs
Drafted: 167th overall in the sixth round of the 2012 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
Barber is an outstanding two way player with great instincts and hockey sense at both ends of the ice. He is very good on the cycle game, protecting the puck extremely well with strong balance, and being very hard to knock of the puck. He wins board battles despite his size and can really work the puck down low. He also is willing to get to the front of the net and battle for position for tip ins, rebounds and converting a pass from a teammate. Barber has good vision and can find open teammates in front of the net when he is cycling. Barber is a good skater, who has very good top end speed and acceleration, and also the strength and balance to fight through checks and get to the front of the net. – Last Word on Sports
5. Ilya Samsonov: Goalie – 6'3" /200 lbs
Drafted: 22nd overall in the first round of the 2015 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
Combines essential elements of size and athletic ability to be imposing in the net and make scoring difficult. He is very aware and reads the play well and is quick to close down the net. An ultra competitor who never gives up on a play. With normal technical refinement, he can become a star. – TSN.ca
6. Jonas Siegenthaler: Defence – 6'3" / 220 lbs
Drafted: 57th overall in the second round of the 2015 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
Jonas Siegenthaler is a big and wide defensive defenseman out of Switzerland who spent most of his age 17 season playing in Switzerland's top senior league. His three points in 41 games is indicative of his offensive prowess, although he has the tools to contribute something once he is more accustomed to the speed of the men's game. He plays a mature, calm game and demonstrates an excellent first pass out of his own zone. The ultimate upside is limited, but Siegenthaler fairly safe as far as prospects go. – Hockey Prospectus
7. Zach Sanford: Left Wing – 6'3" / 185 lbs
Drafted: 61st overall in the second round of the 2013 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
A massive young man with some offensive upside, he is still very much a work in progress. He has already demonstrates plus puck protection abilities, as befitting of a player his size, but we should expect his production to increase as his game matures with more time at B.C. – Hockey Prospectus
8. Travis Boyd: Center – 5'10 / 185 lbs
Drafted: 177th overall in the sixth round of the 2011 draft by Washington
Boyd completed four years of college hockey in Minnesota, scoring 41 points in 32 games. He made his pro debut with Hershey at the end of the year, scoring a goal and an assist in two games. Boyd is strong on draws and has two-way potential in a bottom six role. He needs time in the AHL, but could see a NHL cup of coffee if injuries at centre present an opportunity.
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A playmaking center who shoots right, Boyd is expected to play a similar role that Stephenson played for the Bears last season, with possibly seeing reps on the Bears' power play. CSN mid-atlantic
9. Philipp Grubauer: Goalie – 6'1" / 184 lbs
Drafted: 112th overall in the fourth round of the 2010 draft by Washington
Scouting Report:
At 6'1 and 185 pounds, Grubauer plays bigger than his size in net. He has a strong ability to fill the net, though he is still susceptible to high shots. His true strength comes in his positioning and his demeanor; he is calm and collected at all times, rarely seeming rattled. Though he is not the most athletic goaltender in the Capitals' ranks, he shows quick legs and a strong glove hand. Graubauer is not the kind of goaltender who makes the highlight reel, but he can be as solid as they come. – Hockeys Future
10. Chandler Stephenson: Center – 5'11 / 190 lbs
Drafted: 77th overall in the third round of the 2012 draft
The former 89 point player for the Regina Pats of the WHL, played his rookie season in the AHL and struggled to produce offensively – 14 points in 54 games. Things improved in the playoffs when he scored five points in ten games. Undersized for the pro game, he will need to reinvent himself as a player as he likely cannot be the prolific scorer he was in junior. A late cut from the Caps roster in favor of veteran Jay Beagle for the fourth line centre position, he will see top six role in the AHL.
Scouting Report:
Barry Trotz brought up Stephenson's name when asked about the Caps' fourth-line depth in the event Nicklas Backstrom is slow to recover from summer hip surgery. After netting a career high 30 goals and 89 points in his fourth and final year with Regina of the WHL, Stephenson was used in a checking role in his first pro season with the Bears and did a lot of little things well under Troy Mann. He'll need to prove he can handle the bigger bodies of the NHL if he hopes to land a spot on the Caps' roster. – CSN mid atlantic
Honorable Mention: Chris Brown, Christian Djoos, Vitek Vanecek
Recent Roster Graduations: Andre Burakovsky, Sam Carrick, Evgeny Kuznetsov, Michael Latta, Dmitry Orlov, Nate Schmidt
Players under 25 years old and with less than 25 career NHL games played qualify as a prospect for purpose of this list.
Written by Peter Harling, who can be found on twitter @pharling
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20 Tortured, Killed at Popular Muslim Shrine in Pakistan by 'Faith Healer' (VIDEO)
A Muslim faith healer reportedly drugged and killed 20 disciples at a popular shrine.
20 individuals are dead and four more are wounded (in critical condition) following their drugging and violent stabbing by a Muslim faith healer in Punjab, Pakistan at a Sufi shrine.
The victims, who were disciples of the healer, were said to be drugged via laced food, stripped naked, and then stabbed to death with a dagger and stick. The incident occurred at midnight between Saturday and Sunday.
A Breitbart post from April 3 gives more details:
The alleged perpetrator of the crime is the 50-year-old shrine custodian and faith healer Abdul Waheed, who confessed that he killed these people because he feared that they had come to kill him, according to regional police chief Zulfiqar Hameed.
"The suspect appears to be paranoid and psychotic, or it could be related to rivalry for the control of shrine," Hameed said.
Despite being known for his erratic behavior, Waheed was popular as a healer.
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Nothing But ?Net ? Week #11 ? 01/10/2011 ? Welcome To The Meat Grinder
Yeah, it was a meat grinder for the Michigan men?s basketball team last week.They played two games against tough teams, and they lost them both.On Wednesday (01/09/2011), they lost at Wisconsin, 66-50, then on Sunday (01/09/2011), they lost in Crisler Arena to (#3) Kansas, 67-60, in overtime.As I said last week, I don?t know which was a tougher task: beating Wisconsin in Madison, or beating the undefeated #3 team in the nation at home.As it turned out, Michigan had a tougher time vs. Wisconsin, but they were both very difficult games.The two losses lower Michigan?s record to 11-5, 1-2 in Big Ten play.
Michigan played two good halves last week; unfortunately, they were in two separate games.They played very well in the first half of the Wisconsin game, and led by 2 points (28-26) at halftime.They controlled the tempo, and made Wisconsin play their game.They managed to push the lead to 4 points (33-29) early in the 2nd half, but then Wisconsin went on a 13-0 run, and the game was over.Once Wisconsin gets a lead in the 2nd half at home, they are virtually unbeatable.The young Wolverines panicked, and the rout was on.
Against Kansas, Michigan played a dismal 1st half (down 25-18 at halftime), but they came back strong in the 2nd half, and managed to force overtime in the last minute of regulation (51-51).They took their first (and only) lead of the game early in overtime (54-51), then Kansas stormed back and dominated the rest of the game.Still, it was encouraging to see UM fight back in the last 11 minutes of regulation, and take Kansas to overtime.
Unfortunately, a loss (or two) is still a loss.It?s nice that Michigan can play a good half against good teams, but they need to play two good halves to beat the big boys.
I?m trying to break my stats habit, but it?s hard.The stats tell the story in both games.Against Wisconsin, the culprit was shooting: UM shot 39.5%, UW shot 47.7%.The rebounding numbers didn?t help: UM was out-rebounded 29-21.In the Kansas game, it was 3-point shooting and fouls that cost UM the game.Michigan shot a miserable 3-point percentage (1-for-10 = 10%) in the 1st half, and it only got a little better in the 2nd half and overtime.They finished shooting 4-for-28 (14.3%).Ugh.The foul situation was the other big factor in the Kansas game: Kansas shot 31 free throws, compared to only 17 for Michigan.That was the difference in the game right there.
Individually, Zack Novak had a very good week.He was one of only two UM players to hit double figures in both games (15 and 12 points), and he was the leading rebounder for UM in both games (5 and 11 boards).That means he had a double-double in the Kansas game.He shot 3-pointers very well vs. Wisconsin (5-for-7), but not so much vs. Kansas (2-for-7).
The other Michigan player who had double figures in both games was Tim Hardaway, Jr., but he had to take a lot of shots to get those points.He had 10 points (on 3-for-10 shooting) vs. Wisconsin, and 19 points (on 5-for-19 shooting) vs. Kansas.He was 2-for-10 shooting 3-pointers vs. Kansas, which really hurt.
Then there was Darius Morris.He had a weak game (8 points) vs. Wisconsin, but came back strong vs. Kansas (16 points).The big problem was that he led the team in turnovers both games, with 4 in each.
Here are complete stats for the Wisconsin and Kansasgames.
?What about the all-important Nothing But ?Net Expectation-O-Meter (NBNEOM)?? you might ask.It stays right where it was last week: ?Meets Expectations?.The Wisconsin and Kansas games were games that Michigan was expected to lose, and they met those expectations.
Speaking of games that Michigan is expected to lose, there?s another one coming right up: on Wednesday (01/12/2011, 6:30 p.m.), Michigan hosts (#2) Ohio State in Crisler Arena.OSU is undefeated (15-0), and they have a really good freshman center (Jared Sullinger), which could be a big problem for Michigan, since UM is a little short on height.
Michigan plays one other game this week: on Saturday (01/15/2011, 8:00 p.m.), they play at Indiana.Now, Indiana isn?t that good this season, but they?re better than they were last season, and Michigan always has trouble playing in Assembly Hall.This is a ?toss up? game, but it?s a crucial toss up game, because Michigan will likely be coming in on a 3-game losing streak.
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With the likes of Twilight and True Blood proving that vampires are big business at the moment, it's no surprise to see an adaptation of Darren Shan's hugely popular Cirque du Freak novels reaching the big screen.
Loosely based on the first three of the now 12-book series, the story revolves around Darren (Chris Massoglia), a 16-year-old living in an unremarkable suburb and leading an unremarkable life. He's the kind of kid that gets good grades, never cuts class, and always listens to his parents, which is a source of great frustration for his more rebellious best friend Steve (Josh Hutcherson).
In an effort to mix things up a bit, the dynamic duo decide to visit the town's newly arrived freak show, and are soon enjoying unusual performances from the likes of a singing snake-boy, a ball-scratching wolf-boy, a blond with a nifty line in appendage growth, and Salma Hayekin a beard.
More interesting to the lads is Larten Crepsley however, a spider-charming prankster whom they immediately identify as a vampire. Steve begs Larten to turn him into a bloodsucker, but following a complex chain of events, it's Darren who ends up joining the ranks of the undead, landing the job of vampire's assistant and becoming a member of the traveling Cirque du Freak.
What follows is a fun-filled tale of wish-fulfillment as Darren enters a world of super-speed and super-strength where life is long and parents don't exist. Larten is Darren's guide through this universe, teaching him the tricks of the trade and the rules by which a peaceful vampire lives his life, and as played by John C. Reilly, he steals every scene in which he appears.
A centuries-old vamp, Crepsley has seen and done it all, and having witnessed first-hand the very worst of human nature, he exudes a marvelously funny cynicism.
CLICK HERE to read the full Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant review by Chris Tilly.
Score: 6 out of 10
Video and Presentation
Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant is presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen. Universal hosts a striking, bold, colorful experience that delivers gorgeous visuals from start to finish. The encode is fairly pristine, with just a faint hint of noise during a few darker indoor sequences (scenes set at the camp, for example) and a modest bit of compression artifacting (again, at the camp). The film itself is spotless, with fine shadows, vivid details and textures, and not a hint of grain intruding on the picture. The print is a bit saturated, and spots felt a touch softer than they should have, but on the whole, this is a terrific master.
Score: 8 out of 10
Languages and Audio
Audio choices are English, Spanish and French Dolby Digital 5.1, English DVS 2.0 with Spanish and French subtitles and English captions for the hearing impaired. Universal bangs out a near-reference 5.1 track for fans to enjoy. Center dialogue is clean and crisp throughout, though a handful of high-end crackles were noted.
Discrete effects and surround elements are effective and exciting giving an added punch to the feature, though the film isn't quite as expertly designed as the high-res BD mix – some elements felt a touch flatter here. Bass is still robust and powerful, giving weight to just about any scene – most notably the film's exciting final fight. Fans should be pleased with this presentation.
Score: 8 out of 10
Extras and Packaging
This single-disc DVD comes packed in a black amaray case with a glossy slipcover. Cover art has clearly been designed to appeal the Twilight crowd (it bears a close resemblance to Twilight's theatrical artwork). Be aware – this film is nothing like that series. Frankly, it's annoying when graphic designers attempt to mimic the Twilight posters. Even classic novels (typically those featured in the Twilight books) are getting the "Twilight treatment." Yuck!
There's a sticker right on the case suggesting you buy the Blu-ray instead because it's better. Tacky move, Universal.
Extras are mostly mundane EPK fluff. And where's the digital copy? This would be a great film for that feature since it appeals to a demographic that's actually interested in portable media.
Starting things off, we've got two behind the scenes featurettes. The first, "Guide to Becoming a Vampire" explore the film's origins, examining the original books that inspired the feature. Several cast and crew interviews are included here.
The second featurette, "Tour Du Freak," explores the lives of several of the freaks seen in the film, complete with interviews, concept art and set designs that give you a better look at the amazing production design that went into this feature. If only this featurette were a touch longer, and more fleshed out.
Finally, we've got a deleted scenes reel. Most of the excised scenes are actually pretty interesting, exploring other minor characters seen throughout the film.
Score: 4 out of 10
The Bottom Line
The film might not appeal to the Twilight crowd, but it's a vampire tale sure to put a smile on the faces of fans who enjoy gothic horror or Burton-esque zaniness. The DVD is pretty great. Folks with Blu-ray players might still want to pick up the high definition version though.


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Saturday, September 19, 2009
Thats right, I decided not to keep the Billtendo Killboy, so he is up on ebay now. hit the LINK HERE to place your bids.
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All your Mods are so cool! What kind of paint do you use?ReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 19, 2009 at 4:45 PM
@Nintendofreak - some are done in a auto body shop, some are done in my garage usung stuff like krylon fusion for plastics. THANKS!!ReplyDelete
So you use a lot of spray based paint? I've never heard of a auto shop painting gameboys. Do you have any tips for painting or type of paint? I kinda of want to paint some of the DMGs I have. ThanksReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 20, 2009 at 3:43 AM
lol.. yeah, well, I worked at a body shop and so did my friend Capcomposer, so we can have access to cool things like that... as far as home painting, spraying can be great as long as your doing thin coats at a time and washing your cases thoroughly with warm water and dish soap. If you take your time you can get great results. as far as splatters go, I just spray the tips of different objects then try to accurately flick it on. Different things give you different kinds of splats wether it be a fork, spoon, paint brush, etc.ReplyDelete
Yeah, I noticed that you had a ton of splatter painted DMGs, that must be your thing. How about liquid paint, like using a brush, have you experimented with that? Because I don't know how I could paint some designs by spray paint.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 20, 2009 at 7:42 PM
I have done a few hand painted designs, I just use nice model paints. I just like the spatter thing cause its fun and has a cool 80-90's style vibe to it..lol.. Everything was splattered in the early 90's..lolReplyDelete
also, stencils are always cool to if you don't want to hand paint them. I use a bit I airbrushing as well.
you can click the Flickr or Deviant art links at the top of the site to see more examples.
Woah! All your paints are really cool! lol; where did you get so many Gameboys!? One of your flickr pics showed like 20-some gameboys lol. Oh and thanks for the advice on painting, that will really help when I start thinking about paint.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousSeptember 21, 2009 at 3:33 PM
no problem ^_^ and alot of the gameboys are found at yard sales, craigslist, goodwill and other thrift stores. Never pay more than 10 bucks for a gameboy, that my rule..lol .. but most of those cases from the flickr prep pics, are from nonfinite and kitsch-bent, they both sell my work in their stores online.ReplyDelete
Woah! All your portray are very cool! lol; exactly where did you acquire so many Gameboys!? One of your reddit photos showed similar to 20-some gameboys : ). Oh yeah and was looking for tips on artwork, that will really help once i commence contemplating paint.ReplyDelete
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Notre Dame Football: Pre-Spring Opponent Preview: LouisvilleMarch 16, 2014
Notre Dame Football: Pre-Spring Opponent Preview: Louisville
Despite having played football for 127 years, there are still major-conference opponents that Notre Dame has yet to play. The Fighting Irish will cross one more name off that list this November when Louisville travels to South Bend to meet Notre Dame for the first time.
The Cardinals are in a transition from former coach Charlie Strong to semi-new coach Bobby Petrino. Before leaving for the NFL, Petrino guided Louisville to a Big East title in 2006 and an Orange Bowl victory. Three stops and many personal challenges later, Petrino is back with the Cardinals.
Strong guided the program to 23 wins in two years until he left for Texas in January. Despite the loss of star quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, the program remains in good shape due to Strong's recruiting prowess. The Cardinals move to the ACC this season, making it nearly impossible for Petrino to match Strong's recent records.
Louisville begins spring practice Tuesday with its spring game set for Apr. 11. Let's take an early look at the final opponent that will come to Notre Dame Stadium this fall.
For previous Notre Dame opponent previews, click on the links below:
Game Information
Date: Nov. 22 (3:30 p.m. ET, NBC)
Site: Notre Dame Stadium (Notre Dame, Ind.)
Last Meeting: No previous meetings
Last Meeting at Notre Dame: No previous meetings
Current Win Streak: N/A
2013 Recap
Record: 12-1 (7-1 American)
Bowl: Russell Athletic Bowl (defeated Miami (Fla.), 36-9)
Leading Passer: Teddy Bridgewater (Jr.)—303-of-427, 3,970 yards, 31 TD, 4 INT
Leading Rusher: Dominique Brown (Jr.)—163 carries, 825 yards, 8 TD
Leading Receiver: DeVante Parker (Jr.)—55 receptions, 885 yards, 12 TD
Stats That Matter
Yards Per Play: Louisville—7.52 (fourth nationally, first in AAC); Opponents—4.35 (fifth nationally, first in AAC)
Turnover Margin: +17 (second nationally, second in AAC)
Red Zone Touchdown Percentage: Louisville—56.90 percent (89th nationally, seventh in AAC); Opponents—47.37 percent (seventh nationally, first in AAC)
Third-Down Conversions: Louisville—56 percent (second nationally, first in AAC); Opponents—26.94 percent (first nationally, first in AAC)
Explosive Plays*: Louisville—71 (32nd nationally, third in AAC); Opponents—42 (11th nationally, first in AAC)
*Explosive plays are plays in which a team gains 20-plus yards
In a decision that came as a surprise to nobody, Teddy Bridgewater entered the NFL draft with a year of eligibility remaining. That leaves Bobby Petrino with redshirt sophomore Will Gardner as the leading candidate to succeed the most prolific quarterback in program history.
After redshirting in 2012, Gardner saw only mop-up duty in 2013 behind Bridgewater. He completed all five of his pass attempts in a blowout win over Florida International in a game that was known mostly for being played with a running clock in the fourth quarter.
At 6'5", he has prototypical height for Petrino, who has had his most success with vertically blessed passers such as Brian Brohm and Ryan Mallett. Unfortunately for Notre Dame, with Louisville's trip to South Bend not until Week 13, Gardner will have plenty of time to become comfortable and gain experience.
Running Backs
Dominique Brown arrived at Louisville as a quarterback. Once Teddy Bridgewater signed with the Cardinals, his future under center was all but over. A knee injury and subsequent redshirt season in 2012 allowed Brown to transition from quarterback to running back, where he miraculously led Louisville in rushing as a junior last season.
Brown was behind senior Senorise Perry on the depth chart until midseason but had an 88-yard, two-touchdown performance in his first start against UCF, ironically the team's only loss of the season. He started every game the rest of the year, going over 100 yards twice. At 6'2" and 216 pounds, Brown will fit well in Petrino's offense, which prefers big, physical backs (i.e. Michael Bush, Knile Davis).
Perry moves on, but the Cardinals do have a familiar name behind Brown. Michael Dyer, the hero of Auburn's victory over Oregon for the 2010 national title, has taken a circuitous route to Louisville. He now has a final chance to salvage what was a very promising career by giving Louisville an excellent 1-2 punch in the backfield.
Even after saying he would return for his senior season, it seemed natural that two-time all-conference receiver DeVante Parker may change his mind after losing his quarterback, head coach and offensive coordinator. Fortunately for Cardinals fans, the Louisville native stayed true to his word and returns to highlight a veteran receiving corps.
Parker led the team with almost 900 yards, going over 100 in both of the team's final two games. At 6'3", Parker is a physical receiver and well-polished after three seasons. Not a burner, he's better before the catch than after the catch.
No. 2 receiver Damian Copeland departs, but Eli Rogers is back after seeing his production drop from 46 receptions as a sophomore to 44 a year ago. Rogers is more of the quick, shifty variety who is dangerous in space. Tight end Gerald Christian returns after catching four touchdowns last season, but his role could change in the new offense.
Offensive Line
Bridgewater fought through a number of minor injuries during his Louisville career. Some of those were due to his slender frame, but the 56 sacks allowed the past two seasons by his offensive line did not help matters either.
The whole has not been greater than the sum of its parts for the Cardinals. Left tackle Jamon Brown and center Jake Smith were both all-conference selections last year, but the Cardinals were not a great rushing team or sound in pass protection.
Both Brown and Smith return, so the numbers should get better, even in an offense that often leaves its quarterback exposed to hits (see Tyler Wilson at Arkansas). The lone loss among the starters is right guard Kamran Joyer. Having three senior starters bodes well for this unit.
Defensive Line
When Strong took over at Louisville, the talent on defense was not at a level where the team could contend for a conference title. That wasn't the case for long, and the Cardinals won the Big East in his third season.
Two key members of Strong's first recruiting class now depart, including AAC Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smith. With 14.5 sacks, Smith trailed only Stanford's Trent Murphy, whom Notre Dame fans know well, for the national lead.
In addition to Smith, defensive tackles Roy Philon and Brandon Dunn both depart, meaning only one starter returns for a defensive line that will shift to a 3-4 scheme under former Georgia defensive coordinator Todd Grantham.
Fortunately for Grantham, the Cardinals have a great option for the critical nose tackle position in the 3-4 in 330-pound senior Jamaine Brooks, who missed last season with an injury. Lorenzo Mauldin, the lone returning starter, will shift to outside linebacker, meaning the two end positions will have some heated competition this spring.
Mauldin, who has started 19 games the past two seasons, appears to be a natural fit for one of the two outside linebacker spots in the 3-4. Senior Deiontrez Mount and sophomore Nick Dawson each played in 10 games last season and should battle for the other position as an edge rusher.
The inside linebacker positions are a concern. Three-year starting middle linebacker Preston Brown departs after a 98-tackle, 4.5-sack senior season. George Durant, who started five games last season and had a good frame for inside linebacker in a 3-4, also moves on.
Junior weak-side linebacker James Burgess, a two-year starter, is just 214 pounds, about 20 to 30 pounds lighter than Grantham's inside linebackers at Georgia. Grantham may have to fit some square pegs in round holes at inside linebacker as he makes the transition in scheme.
Defensive Backs
Calvin Pryor wasn't your regular old free safety. At 6'2" and 210 pounds, Pryor was a terror against the run, finishing with 75 tackles last season. He was great in coverage as well, finishing his career with seven interceptions before entering the NFL Draft.
The Cardinals had three all-conference defensive backs last season—Pryor, four-time all-conference strong safety Hakeem Smith and cornerback Charles Gaines. Only Gaines returns. The junior led Louisville with five interceptions last season, one of which he returned for a touchdown against USF.
The only starter not to make the all-conference team last season, cornerback Terell Floyd, also returns. Losing both Pryor and Smith is massive, however. Junior Gerod Holliman started one game last season in place of Pryor, but there isn't much additional depth. With a new system and the loss of two greats, this unit will take a step back this season.
Special Teams
John Wallace has converted 36 of 45 field goal attempts in two seasons. He was highly recruited for a kicker, signing with the Cardinals in 2012. The junior handles kickoffs as well but must improve his consistency after kicking four out of bounds last season.
Louisville is also in good shape at punter with senior Ryan Johnson. He improved his average by nearly two yards per punt from 2012 to 2013. Rogers and Gaines were the primary returners last season, but the Cardinals used multiple players on both kickoff and punt returns.
Coverage units under Strong were solid, giving up just two total return touchdowns over the past three seasons. Their 1.15 yards per punt return allowed last season was the best in the nation.
When you lose one of the best quarterbacks in the country, one of the best coaches in the country and upgrade conferences, there are going to be some struggles. The challenge for Petrino is to avoid the slow start that he experienced at Arkansas when the Hogs sputtered to a 5-7 season in 2008.
If Gardner develops, there are plenty of pieces around him for this offense to be one of the ACC's best, even in a conference with Clemson, Duke, Florida State and North Carolina. Defensively, Grantham's Georgia defenses often left plenty to be desired, making the hire a bit of a curious one.
Notre Dame is 4-0 on Senior Day under Brian Kelly, allowing an average of just 7.5 points per game. Are the Cardinals capable of spoiling Kelly's perfect record in Notre Dame Stadium season finales? If the weather allows, this game could turn into a fun shootout between two potent offenses.


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New editor stages coup
Elana Katz
Greetings. Today seemed like the day to tell you that I, Elana, have taken over Elizabeth Newman's column. McKnight's made the decision after a detailed data analysis related to what drives pageviews.
Which is obviously my good looks, as you can see. I have named my managing editor as Simon, pictured at left doing copy edits.
So who am I? Let's start with what will be a relief to many of you, which is that I am devoutly opposed to the Affordable Care Act. There was a total lack of consideration for those of us without opposable thumbs. Plus, accountability, schmaccountability — am I right?
Less controversially, like Elizabeth, I am pro pet therapy, but only with dogs if any actual work is involved. My tribe prefers long naps. If you want to adopt one of us from a shelter and let us lie on a resident's bed and sleep on heating pads, perhaps we can come to an understanding. I'm all about teamwork.
Like many of your residents, I am anti-cold showers, although I do enjoy dipping my paws into a warm bath or meowing at a closed shower door. I often hear alarms in my neighborhood and (like many of your residents, cough, hairball, hack) I must say, I am not a fan. I am also anti-vacuum and anti-cleaning in general (unless it involves diving into a sink to see what I can find). So good news for all of you feeling like infection control has been overrated.
Perhaps you think a cat has nothing to offer in way of medical or clinical advice. But I
learned my way around your people's jargon after I stopped eating, drinking and using the litter box in December. After I was dragged to the vet, I spent a day and night hiding under a blanket, crying for freedom. It's possible at one point I was labeled "aggressive," and a "use caution" label was slapped on my cage.
There was some discussion of giving me Risperdal. This is only because I tried to instruct a tech on how to properly insert an IV and may have ripped open one of her veins. But turnabout is fair play, is it not? The final verdict after a series of tests and X-rays is, as the vet gravely told my owners, "A pocket of air is trapped in her ilium." In other words, a lot of money was spent to find out that I had gas. Due to this mismanagement of funds, I feel our future financial needs will be directed to Eli (at right), our new CFO.
I also think it's important to remember the importance of the quality of life of seniors. I personally live with a cat that is 150 years old in human years. I was told she was coming to live with us in a sort-of-hospice situation, but somehow the combination of a lack of dogs, a lot of food and the stealing of one Justin's affection (and his lap!) means she appears to be aging backwards. She does not get to go on our new masthead, but I retain my respect for the gray hair she has earned through hard life experiences.
I look forward to hearing your ideas for making McKnight's even better. And in conclusion, Happy April Fool's Day.
Elana Katz lives in Chicago with her family. She enjoys laser tag and bird watching.


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According to reports on MTV's website, the planned second series of the Legion of Extraordinary Dancers (The LXD) will be "all about the villains," expanding on the mythology of the first series.
The report also states that the second season has already been filmed.
Director Jon M Chu was quoted by MTV: "In season two, which is them coming into learning what the LXD is, learning about what the organization is, learning who their enemies are, learning what the power, which we call RA … and this RA, which is like chi or aura or chakra, can be focused and sent outside of the body. So they're going to explore how they can hone this RA and that there is evil out there."
However, fans of Chu's work are unable to watch the series due to Hulu, a service similar to YouTube, will not stream content outside of America.
Chu is also the director of Step Up 3D which earned £2.2 million at the box office over its opening weekend, and is also currently working on an untitled Justin Bieber concert film.
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Sun Riah is a an experimental folk harpist with a gift for creating interconnectedness from sparsity. Her new album, Sitting With Sounds And Listening For Ghosts (available now via Keeled Scales) is a beguiling meditation on home, loss, and identity.
Listening, I heard resonances from my own childhood in rural Washington state, growing up among all the complexities that come from three generations of family living along the same dirt road. The album wrestles with questions that have been central to my own growth, and I was excited to have the opportunity to talk to Sun Riah about the new album, music + environmental justice work, and how playing the harp is like dancing.
Can you talk a little about the exploration of place, family, rootedness, and loss that led you to create this album?
I spent a great deal of my childhood in cars, driving back and forth between my grandma and papa's and my dad's and my mom's. So having a space that was constant meant a great deal to me; however, even though my grandma lived in the same house in the same town for the entirety of her life, in ways she was still homesick for places that she never knew.
My personal exploration of these things includes my music, but also a great deal of research and reading about Oklahoma history, land, and place. Oklahoma, like the entirety of the United States, is a place of great trauma with a history of unimaginable violence enacted against indigenous peoples, communities of color, and labor organizers. I've been reading Rilla Askew's new book, [Most American: Notes from a Wounded Place] and I'd like to answer part of this question with a quote:
"There are voices in the earth here, telling truth in old stories …One story they tell is about longing, for this is a place of homesickness. The land has become home now, and so the very core of this land is sorrow. You can hear it longing for the old dream of itself. Like this continent. This country. Oklahoma. The very sound of it is home."
What does music bring to this exploration, as a medium?
I think an advantage of exploring questions of place, family, rootedness, and loss through music is that music is received in a variety of ways by different people. While a song might mean something very specific to me, there are layers of storytelling and multiple ways to interpret and experience music. It can feel and become as personal to the listener as it is to the creator, and I think that is a really powerful exchange. I'm still listening to the songs and learning new things about them, even though I wrote them. I'm learning things about myself, finding patterns that weren't intentional but hold deep meaning for me.
You also do work in environmental justice. Do you see lessons in this album that could be expanded to a more macro level awareness around environmental issues?
This work is very much connected to environmental justice for me in that it attempts to provide a space to meditate on our connectedness and our influence on changing places and landscapes. I think too, for me, shame is an important theme in the album. What did we do to get here, and how do we move forward? Sitting with these questions is something that the album attempts to do at a very personal level. I think these questions – questions connected to history, connectedness, and action, are applicable more broadly to multiple struggles of social justice.
To care about social justice in Oklahoma is to care about environmental justice.
Why is environmental justice such an important cause for you?
I think it's important to start with my grandfather, my pa-pa. He taught me to respect nature as a partner, a collaborator, a relative. He, my grandmother, and my grandmother's home taught me a pretty intense respect for and appreciation of living things, and I think my connection to environmental justice work begins with the lessons that I learned as a child about the ways that we as humans are connected to our environments.
All of that being said, I'm from Oklahoma, and living here and being concerned about issues of social justice, it is impossible to avoid the relationship between issues of environmental degradation and disparity. Oklahoma was largely opened for settlement because of the desire to transport and exploit mineral resources. Oklahoma is known as an oil and gas state. Cushing, OK is called the "Pipeline Crossroads of the World" because almost all pipelines in the U.S. cross through there. Pipeline spills, leaks, and pollution are regular occurrences in Oklahoma, not to mention human-made earthquakes.
Living in Oklahoma City, environmental racism and injustice are overwhelming. On the north side, where mostly wealthy white folks live, pumpjacks are rare and barricaded off with large fences when present. On the east side, a historically African-American neighborhood, there are active wells with little or no barriers within feet of homes, preschools. There are pumpjacks and small tank farms next door to schools and parks. The connections among environment, industry, and social disparity are glaringly obvious if you live here. Industrial development disproportionately burdens communities of color, low-income communities, and rural communities. To care about social justice in Oklahoma is to care about environmental justice.
What are the major EJ challenges you see in the future and how can the arts community be part of the fight?
Obviously, there are lots of EJ challenges that we currently face and those challenges vary depending on place. However, I think that underlying all of these challenges is the struggle to organize and decolonize/indigenize. We must work to reshape the way that we relate to the environment, center indigenous voices, acknowledge and heal from historical trauma, and adopt a viewpoint that honors and values life, rather than viewing nature and living things as commodities.
I think the arts can be particularly powerful in this reshaping of our relationships to places and people. Art can help us heal, rage, and confront our feelings, but also, art can provide space to appreciate, reflect, and sit with our relationships to places and people.
Playing the harp is kind of like dancing.
Talk a little bit about the harp. What draws you to this instrument, especially as a non-classical artist?
The harp is magic. You hug it when you play it, the vibrations hit your whole body, and one of the ways that you most commonly produce sound is with your fingertips, one of the most sensitive parts of the body. Playing the harp is kind of like dancing.
What's next?
I'll hopefully be playing more shows on the west coast in the coming months, but dates are not confirmed yet. I'm excited to take some time to write and chill with my cats and dog for a bit actually, but I'll still be playing shows and traveling around some.
Do you have a favorite song from the album?
My favorite song currently is "Our Garden." I'm really connected to this song currently because of its personal significance to me, and its ability to transcend my own experience. Even though I wrote it, I feel like I'm still learning new things from the song as I listen to it.
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Flannel jammies and tee shirts with yoga pants are perfect for a night with Netflix but when you want to turn up the heat, those visually oriented significant others need to see you in something racy, sexy, frilly or feisty. You could probably find something in cotton at Sears but delicate, high quality fabric and design that fits just right is the surest plunge to paradise. And remember – there's no rest for the wicked.
3013 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
(312) 520-2462
Department of Curiosities is a slow fashion atelier and shop and home to Morúa (designed by Gerry Quinton) and Production Mode (designed by Jamie Hayes). The duo produce a collection of luxury lingerie and nightwear, made of Italian silk, including an exclusive print designed by tattoo artist, Esther Garcia. Items are made in-house in the beautiful storefront space. Slow fashion results in beautiful pieces, to be sure, but also makes the design and sewing process transparent. The "Department of Curiosities" collection of lingerie and nightwear (many wear them as dresses and gowns) is inspired by unforgettable women of the roaring 20s, the Dada and Surrealist art movements as well as the emergence of the working woman. Think self aware women such as Marlene Dietrich, Arletty, Kiki de Montparnasse and Josephine Baker. The shop offers a line of wedding wear and corsets, Morúa, made individually for each client during the course of several fittings characterized by romantic inspirations and exquisite detailing. A special place, indeed.
2064 N. Damen
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 235-1234
G boutique, built by and for women, is a lifestyle and lingerie store with a strong commitment to women's health and happiness – which, of course, includes sex. "We are definitely one of a kind," says co-owner Cheryl Sloane. "We offer lingerie from top manufacturers like Cosabella, Natori, aubade, etc. and we do bra fittings and bridal lingerie as well." Transparent panties and lacy bras can be costly, but prices here are not exorbitant and there is a sale rack, In addition to a full service lingerie store, G Boutique offers a selection of sex toys, lube, condoms, massage oils and other loving paraphernalia. Come in to get outfitted for a night of romance or bring your partner along to browse gorgeous lingerie. There are classes and seminars in the boutique or you can arrange for one to be held right in your home. Go to the web site to learn about the shop's first online course about dating and sex for women over 40, too.
3148 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
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The name doesn't say it all. Although a lifesaver (or back saver) for women who get sized by professional bra fitters to find just the right fit and style for their body type, Bras Galore offers a lovely selection of lingerie, chemises and negligees —including those that are bra sized and have underwires, offering great shape and support and others in sizes XS-3X. In addition to 40 different brands of bras in cups AA-Q and bands 28-56, the northwest side shop carries an extensive selection of panties in sizes XS-7X – thongs, cheeky style, boyshorts and panties that match bras for a complete look. How about a basque, a bra and corset in one? There's also a nice selection of swimwear year-round as well as bra accessory items, such as "sticky boobs" and inserts, fashion tape and extenders.
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According to owner, Alexis Thomas, "Our favorite time of the year is coming up and we are celebrating 14 days of Valentine's Day with a little surprise for customers every single day starting Feb. 1. The first 100 customers are actually going to get a free gift that they can give to their odd significant other with purchase of $100 more and the first 30 of those also get a vintage love letter that was sent back-and-forth between a couple during World War II. We provide little trinkets for our customers that make us different." The family owned business provides a body positive environment along with unique, affordable and sexy lingerie as well as pinup and vintage inspired clothing lines. The shop offers monthly workshops and meet ups that focus on topics like self care, body awareness and sensual living.
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Founded by a French woman around 20 years ago, Chantilly Lace now counts Larisa Olson as chief corset tightener and expert owner. Expect a wide variety of bras with plenty of colorful options and significantly higher quality in all items than your average lingerie shop. Olson says, "I've heard many customers say they've never been offered such a broad selection of styles in their size, even in New York." The same fitter, Bella, has been working for the store since it opened so you're sure to get an ideal silhouette. The shop is situated in the family-filled North Shore, so there's a wholesome vibe to go along with the toy box for kids to rummage through while mom or dad locates an exotic or romantic chemise as a sexy surprise during Valentine's Day or the next couples getaway.


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Cultists, numbering over 100, have reportedly raided a police station in Delta State to free members who have been held in custody.
This is according to Punch News which also confirmed that some residents in the Ethiope East Local Government Area where the event occurred were injured following the attack.
Over 100 cultists in Delta raid police station to free members (Daily Post)
It was gathered that the cultists approached the Eku Police Station in a three-hour raid on Sunday, April 15, 2018, but Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Andrew Aniamaka, insisted that the facility is only an outpost designated for the law enforcement personnel as opposed to a station.
"The incident happened when some hoodlums literarily attacked the station. It is not a station per say; it's an outpost. At the time of the incident, there was no suspect in our cell.
"Some persons are being trailed as masterminds. We do not want to engage in mass arrest. But nothing was destroyed and no arm was carted away. There was nothing of value that you can say was destroyed.
"It is when they (suspects) are arrested that we can know the reason for such an attack. We are not aware of any property being damaged.
"I can only speak when investigation has been done and facts have revealed the reason for their action. No police officer was injured but some persons (police officers) are being questioned as to why they will allow hoodlums into a station.
"The onus is on them to defend the station at all times, but if they do not, they will be called to account," says Aniamaka.
Punch also reported that the cultists prevented affected victims from visiting the Baptist Government Hospital, Eku, for treatment.
ALSO READ: 6 suspected cultists arrested for gang raping students
ANSU cultist killed in battle to become next "Point One"
A suspected cultist, Odera Chuks, who studied Political Science at the Anambra State University (ANSU), has been killed by members.
The deceased was reportedly slaughtered during a house war intended to establish supremacy to become "Point One" according to many reports.
ANSU cultist killed in battle to become next "Point One" (Press)
Chuks, who was 20 years old at the time of passing, died on Monday, April 9, 2018, in a village close to ANSU.
He was in his third year in the university before getting nicked by death.


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1) Who should play you in "Camera Obscura – The Movie"…?
I am going to go the way of Todd Haynes', 'I'm Not There' and have Tilda Swinton play me. She has just the right balance of intensity and gingerness, perfect!
2) Name three films you like…
Too hard! Three films that I've seen recently which have lingered more than others are; Mike Hoolboom's engaging collage work, 'Lacan Palestine'. A mix of newsreel, archive interviews and Hollywood fantasy exploring Palestine as a "place of cinematic/ imperial projection".
'The Conformist', by Bernardo Bertolucci, may be one of the most beautiful films I have ever seen. A study of the psychology of fascism and one man's acceptance of his political and historical circumstances no matter how treacherous. Perfect!
Being a sucker for road movies, it was no surprise that I would eventually gravitate to Wim Wenders 'Alice In The Cities': Alienation and a loss of purpose on expansive American highways; TV boredom in an anonymous motel; the search for meaning in thoughtlessly taken Polaroid photographs and, of course, the oldest electric elevated railway with hanging cars in the world!
3) The recipe of something you are good at cooking…
I once had a cat called Larry and he taught me a few tricks which more than make up for my inadequacies in the kitchen. Basically, I learned that if you hang around a table where other people are eating long enough and miaow loudly in their faces, they eventually give you food. Another good one is where you creep up to the table and sneakily attempt to 'hook' burgers and stuff from the table and grab it with your mouth when it falls to the ground and run like the wind!
4) Who would you like to be stuck in a lift with…?
I would give anything to be stuck in a lift with my friend Kelly who passed away recently. Creative, intelligent and very funny. Kelly had a good line in hilarious and cutting put downs, obviously I was the recipient of many.
6) Recommend a song or that more people should hear…
I'm going with my old pal Barış Manço from Turkey. My admiration and respect for this 70's prog synth-folk Anatolian God has not diminished, even when I found out that his massive signature moustache was only grown and maintained in order to hide a big facial scar obtained in a car crash. This song and accompanying video should make you freak out…or lose your keys at the very least. http://youtu.be/_jBzHVAofm0 Take me away from here Barış in your horse drawn cart, I won't ever leave you!
7) If you had a time machine where would you go…?
Late 60's early 70's West Germany (Cologne and Dusseldorf) to watch Can and Neu and their mates play or late 50's early 60's New York City to hang out at the famed Five Spot and watch Ornette Coleman show us the way to the future. Of course I won't have to work and will be allowed to hang around these places like a bad smell and with no money worries watching great musicians and generally making a nuisance of myself.
8)Something that annoys you…
Well, you know that noise that idiots make where they 'pop' chewing gum with their mouths, really loudly, that would be the accompanying noise to my long stay in hell or purgatory or on a really bumpy long-haul flight. People who litter are also evil and I often fantasise about having a job as a sort of 'litter cop' where I'd get to fine people who litter but also make them listen to a very long and extremely boring lecture where I tell them why they are literally the worst people who ever existed.
Oh, a couple of weeks ago I was in this great laid back pub in London and this twit with a ponytail stole a chair from our table, in full view, never even acknowledged our existence. I reckon I probably stared at the back of his head like a maniac for about 2 hours. Nice night!
There was this guy on a bus once….never mind. Probably easier to tell what doesn't annoy me.
9) A favourite word…
Bit obsessed with the word 'Oleaginous' at the moment. If you look it up in the dictionary you'll find a picture of our current Prime Minister.
10)What was your best ever Xmas present?
A portable internet radio (made in Scotland). I love it! I sit in my bath and listen to radio stations broadcasting great music from Syria, Canada, Iraq, France, Mali, Sudan etc etc and imagine that a taxi driver in any of these countries is listening to the same music in his cab. That's nice isn't it.


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Sign the petition against the Bull of Fire in MedinaceliWednesday, November 9th 2016
Bull of Fire © PACMA
Next Saturday, November 12, the cruel Bull of Fire 'Toro Jubilo' will take place in Medinaceli (Soria). During this event the horns of the bull are covered with a inflammable substance and put on fire.
Then, the bull is unleashed with 'burning horns' and chased by the public. The animal is in panic due to the fire and can't extinguish the flames. It is not unusual that fireworks are set off too. The inflammable substance drops down on the head of the bull, covering him.
This event does not only take place in Medinaceli, but also in other places in Spain. 'Fire bulls' are also held in the states Catalonia and Valencia. This year, the municipality of Valencia decided to prohibit it in some parts of the city.
The Fire Bull is one of the most cruel events with bulls in Spain. Every year there is a lot of social resistance, from Spain and abroad. The majority of Spaniards is against this type of events. CAS International has been struggling for years now against events with bulls in Spain and other countries.
The Spanish animal party PACMA is collecting signatures to make an end to 'Toro Jubilo'. Sign the petition!
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Sunday, March 13, 2011
Kevin Henkes Puppets for Retelling
Students had a wonderful time creating characters puppets from Kevin Henkes books for homework. They had the opportunity to pick their favorite characters and retell the story using the puppets they created at home. Children practiced with others for a short time before their presentations. The students know these stories inside out so having their puppets act out their lines was no problem at all. All of the practice with retelling the stories and Reader's Theater presentations have layed the ground work for excellent response to literature writing. There are a few shows we still have to see and are enjoying each of every minute of them.
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Half Red, Half Green Apple?
Check out this story in the Telegraph.co.uk online newspaper from England.
This is an actual apple that is half green and half red. Can it be that random, or is this a thing of the future?
Go to: Telegraph.co.uk for full story. Click on headline above "Half Red, Half Green Apple?"
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Hypnotherapy Melbourne
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Hypnotherapy is a tool that can help you, just as it has helped millions of other people, to take back control of your life. If you are feeling stuck in a condition or habit, Hypnotherapy can help you get unstuck using the power of your mind go resolve the issue that is causing the block.
Hypnosis is an extremely efficient, scientifically proven, state of mind similar to that described by Artists and Athletes as 'The Zone'. The naturally relaxed state of Hypnosis enables individuals to make rapid improvements to their lives through a process of learning appropriate new beliefs, releasing unwanted psychological/emotional associations, breaking habits, changing negative behaviour patterns, overcoming learned limitations and removing the root cause of symptoms.
Hypnotherapy is one of the safest, most natural and successful therapeutic choices that we have available to us today for achieving positive change.
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Studies conducted at Stanford University have shown that intelligence is not an important factor in determining a person's ability to respond successfully to hypnosis; although statistically there is some evidence to indicate that persons with higher intelligence and greater creative abilities tend to be somewhat more responsive to suggestion, conversely children due to their vivid imagination make great subjects too. In fact the ability to be hypnotised is often a learned trait. You can teach your body and mind to go into trance just like in meditation or even when absorbed in a book or a movie, and get better and better at it as you practice self – hypnosis. In fact all hypnosis is self-hypnosis.
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Syllabus Point
Discuss (AO3) an example of an international conflict related to freshwater.
Key Terminology
Define the key term below using your textbook 'IB Geography. Course Book' by Nagle and Cooke and the command terms in the classroom.
Activity One - Case Study
Image One - Article About International Conflict
We will be focusing on the Colorado River which flows through the USA and in to Mexico as our example for an international conflict that has occurred due to access of freshwater. The Colorado River is one of the most litigated rivers in the world and as a consequence water has not flowed into the Gulf of California for over 30 years. Northern Mexico relies on a the USA to manage the water effectively and to pass on high quality water to sustain the wildlife of the Delta.
The Task
To do this you will be divided in to two teams. The first team will focus on the causes and consequences of the conflict. The second team will focus on the success and failures of the management schemes to reduce the conflict.
Useful Resources - Conflict
Watch and read the following articles which outline why the USA and Mexico are in conflict over the water flowing through the Colorado River.
Useful Resources - Management
Watch and read the following articles how the USA and Mexico are trying to solve their international dispute over the water flowing through the Colorado River.
Exam Style Question
Using an example, examine the impact of an international conflict related to freshwater. (10 marks)
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News from Dr. Cruz: Legislative Priorities
Team AISD,
When Austin homeowners see their school tax bills go up, they may assume the increase is reflected in our district's budget. But under our state's system of funding schools, higher local property taxes do not result directly in more money for local school districts—especially in Austin.
Under our state funding system—known as Robin Hood, or recapture—Austin sends more local property tax money to the state than any other school district. Last year, we sent $117 million to the state. This year, we expect to pay the state $175 million in recapture revenue.
At the top of our district's legislative priorities for the next session of the Texas Legislature, which begins in January, is a review of our state's system of school finance. A state district judge has declared that the current system is unconstitutional. Adjustments should be made to better reflect the needs of our student population.
Other priorities for the upcoming legislative session include:
• State funding of full-day Pre-K for all children
• A state accountability system that focuses on student academic growth and graduation rates rather than on punitive actions towards schools, school districts, teachers and students.
Our school district is governed by a locally elected nine-member Board of Trustees. They are elected to make decisions that reflect priorities and needs as a community. This session, we will seek support from the legislature for more local control of public schools.
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In response to Conservatives in a Panic Over Pajamazilla? Not Exactly:
Like most other people who have encountered this insanely stupid column, I had my biggest laugh when Serwer declared Pajama Boy the "emblem of an increasingly non-white electorate." You got me, Mr. Serwer. That's the very first thing that crossed by mind when I looked at him.
Granted that MSNBC is a badly-managed network of loons that panders to the lowest common denominator and maintains cellar-dwelling editorial standards, but is it too much to ask that its pundits display some minimal awareness of objective reality, at least the parts they can see with their own eyes?
Also, I love how he thinks he's scoring a point by impugning conservative disdain for Pajama Boy as "a symbol of Obama supporters' un-American dependence on government"… but then Serwer himself approvingly hails our cocoa-sipping hero as emblematic of "a young population that believes in a stronger welfare state." Evidently we're right about this dependence-on-government stuff, but we're a bunch of big meanies for pointing it out.
But this is just an exceptionally low-wattage example of a very old tactic on the Left: psychoanalyzing opponents to divine what they "really" think. There's nothing complicated or sinister about the mockery of Pajama Boy. The whole thing is freaking hilarious. The gales of mirth rolling from conservative bloggers and social media have naturally got the likes of Serwer pinching their faces and shrieking that people only make fun of them because they're so super-duper special and awesome. Sure, we're towering over Pajama Boy and laughing ourselves silly, but that's only because we're really small and frightened inside, and he's totally like Godzilla or something.
I don't know if Pajama Boy will prove to have been a successful advertising tactic or not. Sometimes ironic or counter-intuitive advertising works. There is a school of thought that says this ad was meant to look bizarre and ridiculous, to get attention, and those who mock it have only played into OFA's hands by drawing even more attention to it. Maybe that's how it will work out, but I can't help but noticing that the previous lowest-common-denominator ads targeting young people don't seem to have worked, because it's just a few days before the enrollment deadline, and here comes Pajama Boy.
By the way, since President Obama just modified The Settled Law of the Land again to selectively waive the individual mandate, I thought it would be appropriate to revise the Pajama Boy ad:


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Greater intake of Vitamin E either as part of the diet or through supplements lowers the risk of liver cancer, according to a new research conducted by Xiao Ou Shu, professor of medicine, Vanderbilt University Epidemiology Centre, Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
Vitamin E is fat-soluble and acts as an antioxidant. Numerous studies have suggested that Vitamin E may also prevent DNA damage.
Liver cancer is the third most common cause of cancer mortality in the world, the fifth most common cancer found in men and the seventh most common in women, according to an article in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
To determine the link between Vitamin E intake and liver cancer, Wei Zhang from Shanghai Cancer Institute and colleagues analysed data from 132,837 individuals in China, in two population-based cohort studies jointly conducted by the Shanghai Cancer Institute and Vanderbilt University.
Researchers asked participants how often they ate some of the most popular foods in urban Shanghai and whether they took vitamin supplements. They then compared liver cancer risk among participants having high and low vitamin E intake.
The analysis included 267 liver cancer patients (118 women and 149 men) who were diagnosed within two years of study enrolment. Vitamin E intake from diet and Vitamin E supplement use were both linked with a lower risk of liver cancer.
This association was consistent among participants with and without self-reported liver disease or a family history of liver cancer.


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