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Aishwarya Majmudar
Anwesha Dattagupta
- This flamboyant 14 year old is a prodigy in the actual sense of the word. She is not only trained in Indian Classical music but also in western classical music and has given stage performances across the globe.
This 13 year old artist trained in Indian Classical music aspires to become a playback singer. This has been her first platform to showcase her talent and has proved her mettle through the weeks in Chhote Ustaad with mind-blowing performances.
- Having gained support from her hometown hroughout the show, Aishwarya has always been in Fairy Land and the judges favourite. She has also been supportive of Anwesha when the latter gives a better performance.
- Anwesha has been in Scary Land a few times due to initial lack of support from her home audiences. However brushing all odds aside, Anwesha has emerged a tough competitor to Aishwarya. Her excellent renditions through the weeks have given her the title of Banglar Gorvo (Pride of Bengal) and now she has immense support from her hometown.
- Aishwarya has proved to be a versatile singer. Through these weeks, she has been seen performing on a variety of songs of diverse genres to extraordinary perfection.
- Anwesha has been very strong in her tone and accurate with her pitch. All her performances have been marked by perfection backed by her divine voice.
She has been compared to innumerable artists like Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhonsle etc.
Analysts say that she is a perfect replacement for Shreya Ghoshal.
have them have seen highs and lows in their performances during the
weeks. But both of them have been thick friends and supportive of each
other all along. Both the girls are singers par excellence and have
left the judges and audiences spellbound by their divine notes. Both
excel in their own styles and take music to a different level each time
they perform. But who will take away the prestigious Chhote Ustaad
trophy and the music contract with BIG Music???
~ Don�t miss all the mellifluous music while the suspense builds on Amul Star Voice Of India�s Chhote Ustaad, Fri and Sat, 4th and 5th April, only on Star Plus ~
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Aishawriya is the best and i am sure she is going to win.
aww seeing dat only lets see who winss bth r ossum
waiting to watch it ..
though both are gud..bt i want aish to win..
Both the girls are great.But If I must choose it will have to be
Both are good mindblowing..
In one or two area one is ahead and in some area other is ahead...but both are equally talented...
Hope the best win
Leave it advil. Some would see conspiracy in everything. No use explaining them. Atleast I am proud to be a part of a fan group that never leaves a chance to appreciate the other girl for all her superb performances.
If you are a music lover that should be the attitude. Unfortunately some finds it better to follow a different path.
The article don't carry any author's name. That clearly shows its a channel report. But why to leave a chance to blast Tellybuzz!!! Thats the attitude of few now here. Good carry it on.
Aishwarya fans hats off to you all for showing the collective support. We made sure to stay away from here and utilise the whole time in voting instead of indulging into making unnecesary posts/comments. A stitch in time saves nine proved true for us. The lead taken by Aishwarya through internet voting is now proving beneficial and will act as the winning factor.
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I found a comment here by an Anvesha fan that this article is yet another one sided article siding someone besides Anvesha... Surprisingly when I read the same article, I found such lovely things written about Anvesha....... Hats off to this talented kid Anvesha for doing so well in Ash's homecity....here is that part appreciating Anvesha, may be that poster had missed it out...
Anwesha was not one to lag behind in delivering flawless performances. This time, our Banglar Gorvo, adorned in a gorgeous Gujarati attire delivered a flawless rendition of Kem Chhey (Jis Desh mein Ganga Rehta Hai) in true Gujarati Spirit. Being thick friends, both the girls proved through the last two weeks that they could perform well in each other�s mother tongue just as in their own in the true spirit of national integration. Besides the judges, they had Bipasha Basu swaying to their tunes. Shreya and Bipasha were thrilled by Anwesha�s perfect Gujarati performance and appealed to the audience to support her Choti Behen from Bengal.
BOth the kids are great singers and both are very sweet. Whoever wins is the win for music and in future both will do extremely well...
Best fo Luck to Both....
Good luck to both. Keeping all odds aside would say both the girls are fantastic singers and have a very bright future.
To comment - Let the best one wins - would be wrong here because both are good. Anyone's victory would be the victory of the music.
All the best to both the A's!!!!!!
Good luck to both of them!
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We wish you a Happy New Year and hope 2013 will bring the best to you and your relatives!
New Year is a big event in Japan however Japanese people prepare and celebrate it in a very different way.
They traditionally want to start a new year with a fresh and clean mind and to symbolically get rid of all the bad things from the previous year by doing a big cleaning of their house and car just a few days before the end of December.
Despite internet it is also still very popular to send a lot of cards for the event before December 24th so it can be delivered exactly on the 1st of January. Note that if someone died during the previous year the members of his/her family should not send any New Year card.
Usually a variety of food is prepared for the next few days so there is no need to prepare anything for this resting time. At midnight it's common to prepare soba to welcome the new year.
Unlike in many countries New Year Eve is not an especially an exciting event in Japan as most of people gather with family to eat and watch a TV music show on NHK called Kohaku which is broadcast every 31st of December since 1953!
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here's one you would not expect: Today at EarthFare (Huntersville) at the seafood counter, they offered Sea Scallops wrapped in Bacon! Pan-fried, tender-perfect, with a crisp crust and perfect smokey bacon, completely cooked for you! Their price was $22 and there were 20-25 scallops in the bag. Why pay that price at E2 for only a few?!
Unfortunately, I agree with this review. My husband I did visit e2 during Restaurant week and it was hit/miss on the food...certainly not what we expected from a restaurant with Emeril's name associated with it. I also agree that the bar is excellent offering very interesting options along with standard "favs." We were planning to return as we assumed restaurant week may not have been the best time to visit but then again, maybe not.
I am so sick of reading the Charlotte Observer's reviews! I have yet to find a positive review of a movie or restaurant! It all cannot be that bad. Please fire your current staff of reviewers and hire more competent people.
Fare's only fair at e2
I am surprised at Helen's review. I've visited e2 six times. I've had many of the dishes she tried. I couldn't disagree more. It is regrettable her experiences and mine don't match.
I would choose e2 over Capital Grille, Morton's, or Ruth's Chris' for an evening out.
Helen's comments about the food raised my eyebrows. e2's gumbo is superb. Their trout pleasantly seasoned. The pork, moist and seasoned to perfection. I've eaten a whole appetizer of the mussels as a meal. The mussels were nothing short of amazing. Each appetizer I've tried has been fresh and flavorful.
Those who've served me have always had a grasp of the preparation details, ingredients, heritage, and nuances of the menu's offerings.
The manager, Jeff Wakem, keeps a watchful eye on the guests, food, and servers. The best server at e2 is Michelle. Ask for Michelle, she is the quintessential server.
The restaurant has three distinct sections. (casual, social, and intimate) One is certain to appeal to you. If you want a quiet meal, request a seat in the back area of the restaurant. The reservationists have always accommodated my requests.
Helen's reviews are usually spot-on. In the case of this e2 review, she's wrong. It maybe Helen's bias against celebrity chef restaurants in Charlotte has ruined her appetite for e2. (e.g. Wolfgang Puck) The gripes about the seating, lighting, surfaces, and attire of the staff are silly. Unless, she's trying to pile on the negatives of the restaurant.
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AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) - Spain booked their place in the Davis Cup semi-finals against France after taking an unbeatable 3-1 lead over the United States Sunday.
David Ferrer sealed the tie for Spain, who were without their top-ranked player Rafa Nadal, when he beat Mardy Fish 7-5 7-6 5-7 7-6 in the first of the two reverse singles rubbers after a titanic struggle that lasted more than four hours.
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Spain, who have won the Davis Cup four times, in 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2009, host France in the semi-finals in September after last year's runners-up beat Germany 4-1.
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March 18, 2014 By: Tomek Kondrat
Selfies are loved by some, while utterly hated by others. Taking a photo of yourself is quite the controversial sign of modern society, and the activity even presented itself in this year's Oscars ceremony. Taking a good selfie requires seeing one's face on the screen. It also requires a decent camera, and a flash never hurts. That's why Oppo added rotating camera to the N1.
Those of you who don't want to cut off half your head when using the rear-facing camera should check out an app by XDA Senior Member elesbb. As we all know, the vast majority of front-facing cameras don't offer a camera flash. Photos taken in the dark generally have quite a bit of noise or motion blur. However, your phone's screen is more than capable of shedding some light—literally—and making your photo a little bit better.
The app is pretty simple to use, and its instructions are briefly described in the original thread. You'll be up and running with a good photo in less than ten seconds, so even selfie newbies won't find it too difficult.
You can find more information and get the application from the application thread. Now go take some really good selfies!
January 3, 2014 By: Tomek Kondrat
The Google Nexus 5 is an undoubtedly great device. That said, its camera's image quality leaves much to be desired. Google tried to improve the camera by applying some patches in Android 4.4.1, but the camera can still be improved further.
A few weeks ago, we talked about a camera mod for the LG G2 created by XDA Recognized Contributor Jishnu Sur™. This modification fixed a few issues like low video frame rate in low lighting, as well as a few other minor issues. Now, the modified version of the camera app is available for the Nexus 5, and the results are impressive.
Full HD movies can now use 20 Mbit, minimizing compression artifacts. Also, recorded audio has been improved, and according to developer it has no noise cancellation disturbance. This modification can't be considered stable just yet, as there are a few things not working yet, like the front facing camera. Despite this, the overall improvement thanks to this camera app is significant. Of course, you can always revert to stock if you'd like. All you need to do is to flash a provided update.zip in your favorite recovery. To use this modification, your bootloader must be unlocked and your device must be rooted.
If you wish to improve your Nexus 5's image quality, you should definitely visit the modification thread and give this mod a try.
November 27, 2013 By: egzthunder1
Our devices have turned from the communicators they were meant to be a decade and a half ago into multimedia powerhouses capable of doing most of what we do with other gadgets and larger equipment. Of course, the all-in-one aspect and reduction in component size come at a cost (normally quality), but that is a topic for another discussion. For all practical purposes, our devices are powerful enough to do what we want to do without having to be stuck in a room or waiting for others to do stuff for us.
One thing that has truly grown on mobile devices over the last decade or so has been the camera. The sensors have been getting better and better, lenses have become not only more durable, but also enable us to take better pictures, and apps in general enable us to be more creative with how we do things. Today, we will talk about an app that enables you to do something with that gigantic stash of pictures in your SD card (no, not that stash…).
A photo mosaic is basically a picture, which is composed entirely of smaller pictures, arranged in such a manner that the eye perceives the formation as a different picture than the ones used to form it. The arrangement of pictures is something that is normally left for PCs, as it requires quite a bit of processing power to get something done efficiently, that will look half decent.
XDA Forum Member zagonico just released an app that enables you to perform this same task, but on your mobile device. Why is this good? Well, for starters, you no longer need a computer in order to create these. On top of that, it saves you a few minutes worth of transferring gigs of pictures into your computer's HDD. Yes, you could connect the device to the PC via USB or even take out the card and plug it in the PC, but that hinders your overall speed due to data transfer rates via USB/card reader being considerably slower than those that come from reading off the internal drive. And last but not least, you can do it any time, any place. The app uses rather decent resolutions for the small pictures, so the resulting image looks quite nice. It also allows the use of grayscale and sepia effects for added creativity.
The dev has stated that he tried it on a LG L9 and a SGS2, both of which presented different completion times for the same project. In other words, your mileage may vary depending on your device's hardware. Please take it for a spin and report your results in the thread so that others will know what to expect whenever they try this on their device(s). Also, feedback and bug reports are welcome.
You can find more information in the original thread.
November 24, 2013 By: Tomek Kondrat
The flagship LG G2 was released not too long ago. Powerful hardware—almost identical to its younger sibling, the Google Nexus 5—places G2 in the top league of Android devices. But while the G2 packs great camera hardware, the stock camera software is a bit less than ideal.
A camera mod released by XDA Recognized Contributor Jishnu Sur™ improves the photo quality significantly. For example, the stock camera app shoots video at 14 FPS in low light, which results in a choppy picture. After the mod, the framerate is back at 30.
Increased low light video FPS is just one of the many improvements. A detailed technical changelog is available in the thread. With this mod, the G2's camera works like it should have from the beginning. Of course, it's possible to revert back to stock camera application. Jishnu Sur™ was kind enough to provide a flashable zip that restores the original app.
If you own the LG G2 (and possibly LG G Flex), head over to the mod thread and give the enhanced camera a shot.
July 29, 2013 By: TheRomMistress
Coinciding with the release of Android 4.3 and and an updated stock camera, stage one of the CyanogenMod team's top secret "Project Nemesis" was finally unveiled on July 26. According to the development group's weekly wrap-up on www.cyanogenmod.org, the goal of this project is to bring users the best custom operating experience possible. As such, Focal, a feature-packed camera application, was announced as the first component geared towards reaching that goal. CyanogenMod developer Guillaume Lesniak (XDA Recognized Developer XpLoDWilD) posted details about the new camera on Google +, explaining almost a dozen new and improved features that were integrated into the Open Source app.
Included in the announcement was a video showing Focal in action. It's no doubt that you have all heard the expression, "being in the right place at the right time." CyanogenMod has expanded on that by claiming Focal will provide you with "the right pixel, look, path, spark, and feeling at the right time." There are two key components at work within the UI that help backup that claim: a side bar and personable widgets within the sidebar. With a simple swipe, widgets can be reordered and hidden depending on your preference. When the screen is rotated, all widgets and the sidebar stay in place to avoid cluttered distractions while trying to take a picture. "It just feels natural," said Lesniak. Doubling tapping on the viewfinder will turn it into a Quick Capture mode that allows you to take pics no matter where you tap on the screen. By use of a "rule of thirds" grid that helps frame your shots, you can achieve a more professional looking photo with Focal.
Those who have a tendency to take "selfies" will love the timer and burst mode features, which are sorely lacking in the stock camera. Not only does the timer allow you to set up a delay after pressing the shutter button, but it also has a built-in voice trigger that snaps your mug as soon as you say, "cheese," "cid," or "whiskey." The burst mode takes a series of shots in increments of 5, 10, 15, or more without the need to press the shutter button multiple times.
Light metering is a major component to getting the proper exposure of your subject. With the addition of a meter ring alongside the standard focus ring, your subjects will be less likely to turn out too bright or too dark. Depending on your device, different metering modes are available including frame average, spot metering, and weighted point.
A swipe-enabled review drawer has been implemented for quick reference to your recent photos. Wherever you are in the app, swiping down in portrait mode of left in landscape will allow for easy access to your pics. When shooting in burst mode, a mini review drawer is available in real time. You can also take a picture while the drawer is open and it will slowly fade out of view. Like stock, swiping gestures also allow you to instantly delete unwanted photos; and tapping on a photo will automatically open it up in gallery.
The ability to take video snapshots while recording is now available to all devices by simply double-tapping the screen or pressing the volume up key. By using the volume down key or tapping the screen, Focal also allows you to refocus your video. Different effects can be added/changed while shooting by keeping the corresponding widget open while recording.
Google's new "auto-awesome" feature has been extended to Focal by adding an automatic picture enhancement system. Within five seconds of taking a picture, Focal will automatically enhance all new pictures you take. Panorama mode has also been enhanced so your pictures come out better than ever! Rather than the previous 160 degree panoramic, the new app allows you up to 360 degrees of landscape.
The CM team has also created a better software HDR algorithm that according to Lesniak, first matches the shots before blending them together and then applies them as a real tone-mapping. "It takes a little bit more time to process than our previous implementation, so you might not want to use it on all your pictures, but it's definitely worth it on your special occasions," he said.
One of the great new features added to the Android 4.2 stock camera was Photo Sphere. Unfortunately, not every device is compatible with it, and those who really wanted to use it had to exchange all CM enhancements in order to use it. With Focal, a similar feature called PicSphere has been introduced. PicSphere is an opensource replacement for Google's PhotoSphere, and allows for complete 360 degree panoramas.
While Focal is not available quite yet, the team promises to publish the source along with its official repositories as soon as the last few bugs are worked out. Once the source has been released, you can expect to find it in subsequent CM nightlies. The source code is split into two different repositities: android_packages_apps_Focal and android_external_Focal. As an open source app written under version two of the General Public Licence, the android community is being strongly encourage to contribute to the success of Focal by adding new widgets and settings. Lesniak said that this is to "achieve the final goal of the app" which is to "have a complete camera software, opensource, that is both powerful and compatible with every device."
As this is only the first phase of the Nemesis project, Steve Kondik said in a Google + post that there will be much more to follow. "My goal for CM has always been to break open these mostly proprietary mobile devices so we can turn them into the product we really want…What's most important to me is that anyone can get the code, hack on it and change whatever you want, build it, and flash it to your device." he said. "Nemesis is our plan to improve the user experience in the right places. The new camera app, Focal, is just the start. Without giving too much away, invoking teaser videos, or giving ETAs, I can confidently say that awesome things are going to keep coming."
July 27, 2013 By: Samantha
Taking pictures underwater is probably something that not many people have attempted. Of course, not only are the physical and hardware limitations preventing people from doing so, expect for a select 'few' devices, but physics tells us that capacitive touch screens will have a hard time registering any taps and swipes when under water. A physical camera button may remedy this issue on the Sony Xperia Z, but how about the proximity sensor?
In answer to a question along similar lines, XDA Forum Member AGGevorgyan has developed an that allows Xperia Z owners to easily take photos with the proximity sensor. Designed to rid users of the aforementioned problem, Aqua Z Camera will snap up pictures every time you tap the proximity sensor—simple as that. The sensor sensitivity, being the duration you have your finger covering the proximity sensor, can be adjusted within the app. The great thing is that it doesn't require root access, meaning its a viable alternative to the physical camera button mod. Despite being in the early alpha stages, AGGevorgyan has already included camera options native to the original camera app, including:
With four versions currently under the belt, AGGevorgyan warns that Aqua Z Camera may be unstable for some, and will not work with any other device. To learn more, check out the original thread.
July 19, 2013 By: Samantha
What can we do if phone manufacturers forget to include a physical camera button? "Make" one ourselves, of course! A mod we've covered did so on the Sony Xperia Z by substituting the volume buttons as a physical camera button, which allowed for quick launch of the camera as well as fast image capture.
Well, now HTC One users can enjoy this function as well, as XDA Senior Member Matt has created a mod allowing for the volume buttons to act as a physical camera button. The mod is based on the latest version of the Camera.apk and will work with any deodexed Sense-based ROM. Rapid shooting can also be activated by holding down the volume button. Three variants of the mod are made available, them being:
All three variants are compatible with devices running Android version 4.2.2, while those running Android 4.1.2 will only receive the first variant. If you'd like to reverse the effects of the mod, you can do so by flashing the provided zip file.
To learn more, be sure to check out the original thread for more details.
June 2, 2013 By: Samantha
A product decision that I never truly understood up to this day is the exclusion of a physical camera button on a modern day smartphone. The three powerhouses of 2013 so far, the Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One, and Xperia Z, all lack a dedicated camera button to the dismay of many users. However, if you own the Xperia Z, fear not because there is now a mod that will (hopefully) rid of this issue.
XDA Senior Member black97one has created a mod for the Xperia Z to allow for fast image capturing by holding down the volume down button while the phone is in standby mode. Additionally, when in quick launch camera mode, black97one has made capturing easier by removing the restriction of having to press both the volume up and down button to take a picture. Instead, users can capture images by pressing only the volume down button. Therefore in order to zoom in and out, black97one suggests doing so with the ubiquitous two finger pinch gesture.
Version 4 of the FastCapture mod will work with any ROM for the Xperia Z, and comes in a recovery-flashable update.zip package. Also, be sure to enable fast capture in the quick launch camera settings. Black97one may also be developing a mod allowing for fast capture with the power button, but we can only wait and see.
So Xperia Z owners, will this add to the camera wow by allowing you to instantly capture an image without having to first wake up your device, or does this just seem to be a fading gimmick that future generations will eventually forget? I mean, some lock screens have slide-to-capture functionality that works towards the same goal, albeit in a different way. As for users of the other mobile devices with no dedicated camera button, what are you opinions?
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Have a way to measure the impact of TED for the audience.
I believe that TED is alreay proved to be a great inspirational platform for people world wide. I was thinking that now it is the time to confirm this by developing a measurement tool for the impact, for the actions that people are taking after taking part to a TED event, or watching TED talks online.
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Jul 15 2011: Great question. Thanks! I gave an example below, but that is not real...is just a possible scenario (After watching http://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_bring_on_the_revolution.html I decided to look for an organisation in my city/country that is working on such project. Let's say I found one and now I am volunteering / working for them to develop this alternative educational system. It would be cool to have a section at each video where people could leave their specific comments on "The impact of this TED video in my life / society.").
One story: At the end of 2008 on TED I found the first resource that gave me a structure to resonate with for the New Year's resolution (is in Romanian http://www.musat.com.ro/2008/12/29/un-an-trece-altul-vine/) - I was inspired by this video: http://www.ted.com/talks/richard_st_john_s_8_secrets_of_success.html. Starting from the point I made so crucial changes in my life.
Now, TED's mission (spreading ideas) is detailed as follows: "We believe passionately in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and ultimately, the world. So we're building here a clearinghouse that offers free knowledge and inspiration from the world's most inspired thinkers, and also a community of curious souls to engage with ideas and each other."
I believe that it would be much easier to say "change attitudes, lives and ultimately, the world." if a measurement would be attached to each TED event and TED video. Of course, it might take a while to find the best way to measure this, but once launched I am sure that people would even start to ask themselves this question, question that maybe they were not thinking about before seeing it.
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I mentioned yesterday all the worrying that college football fans do during August preseason practices and all the questions that surround the Georgia Bulldogs as they approach the season-opener with Boise State.
Most of the fan worrying I've heard recently has centered on the offense and I think that's on the mark, so let's put aside for now former hard-hitting Dawg Thomas Davis lamenting how "soft" last year's defense was.
As for the offensive fretting, much of it has centered on the patchwork, thin offensive line and the inexperience at running back.
But as I noted yesterday, replacing the offensive production of A.J. Green and Kris Durham at flanker and split end is going to be a major challenge. The success Georgia has doing that will have a lot to say about whether Aaron Murray has to go through a sophomore slump or not.
Along those lines, we've all been heartened by recent comments about incoming freshman receiver Malcolm Mitchell and how impressed the veteran players have been with him during summer workouts. Let's hope their comparisons between Mitchell and the departed Green aren't just your typical off-season talk.
Mitchell is expected to be a backup to Marlon Brown at split end and also to train at flanker, where Tavarres King will start. Receivers coach Tony Ball told The Athens Banner-Herald he hopes the youngster will light a fire under Brown, who so far has failed to live up to expectations. "Competition makes everyone better," Ball said, adding of Brown: "He's got to get better. He's got to push himself fundamentally. If he does that, he'll take that next step."
As for Mitchell, I was really encouraged by something Murray had to say about him in The Red & Black. "The thing I like about him most is he works harder than anyone," the quarterback said. "Every day after pass drills he'll get with me and we'll work on routes a half-hour or 45 minutes. That's every day."
Ball said of Mitchell: "We don't know how quickly someone will come into their own and perform the way you hope they will or the way you saw them perform in high school. But what I will say is that I'm really impressed with his maturity, his intelligence and his ability to communicate."
Of course, another positive aspect of the passing game that Dogs fans can latch on to while we're worrying is having Orson Charles as a sort of hybrid tight end/wide receiver.
"Orson already thinks he's a receiver and that's how we use him," Ball said. "He won't be in our meetings though, but he will still be a big part of our offense."
Georgia fans definitely will miss Green and Durham. But perhaps not for too long.
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August 3rd, 2011
10:52 am
August 3rd, 2011
11:00 am
Talent + hard work always beats out Talent – - – - are you listening MB ??
August 3rd, 2011
11:01 am
Great article Bill. I have faith that TKUnoDos, Marlon and Malcolm will step it up.
Is there an easy replacement for AJ Green? No, but have you seen tech replace Calvin "2-Catch" Johnson? No!
August 3rd, 2011
11:01 am
Trolls in 3…2….1
Come on trolls, get with the program!
August 3rd, 2011
11:02 am
Waiting on tide roll to tell us about out line woe's. But, as far as WR, somebody will step up. maybe more than one………….And by the way tide roll, I believe all our wideouts are black.
August 3rd, 2011
11:04 am
August 3rd, 2011
11:05 am
The whole AJ Green effect has been blown out of proportion. Yes, the team scored 7 more points per game with AJ Green than the games without him. But consider 3 out of the 4 games AJ missed were against top 25 ranked teams SC, Ark, Miss St. The win total, with AJ, without AJ, was the same against ranked teams, 0 wins without AJ, 0 wins with AJ. AJ was a non-factor in the Bowl game.
Tavarres King plays big in big games. His touchodwns ALL came in big games. So I suspect King will OUTSHINE AJ, he did last year, averaging more yards per catch than AJ. Malcolm Mitchell should replace Durham's numbers. Charles is a non-factor, he's good for 2 td's a year and 26 catches a season, and shrinks in games against ranked teams (0 td's). Charles also has a 54% catch rate, while Aron White has an 80% catch. I'd like to see Aron White take over at TE, Charles has too many drops and isn't a producer or big game TE. Branden Smith should get reps in case of injury to King or Mitchell. Wooten had a terrible year with Murray, but had a nice catch average in 2009 with Joe Cox. Brown & Troupe are washouts.
August 3rd, 2011
11:10 am
Patchwork O Line, No experience at RB, and loses of your two best WR. Yeah, UGA fans should really be optimistic about this season.
August 3rd, 2011
11:11 am
without an offensive line, it don't matter who is playing at the skill positions.
Mark Richt hasn't learned this lesson in 10 years….
August 3rd, 2011
11:12 am
Because CMR believes in giving players a starting position based on seniority. Marlon Brown will start. However, Malcolm Mitchell should be on the field as much as possible! He is going to shatter all of the receiving records. CMR had better not fool around with this…He better put his play makers on the field. I will be watching this situation closely.
August 3rd, 2011
11:13 am
That must have been a mirage i saw last year in the Florida game when Tavarres King caught that long TD pass.
I am not worried about losing AJ. We got to the point where that is all we looked for. This will give other players a chance to excel.
Michael Johnson
Fred Gibson
Terrence Edwards
Tavarres king
Marlon Brown
Malcolm mitchell
See much difference? I don't.
The question is can the 2011 defense play like the 2002 defense?
If so we win a bunch of games. If not, get the coaching replacement list ready.
August 3rd, 2011
11:15 am
Due to the attrition on the o-line, the dogs are gonna need the tight end to block more than normal, taking away looks for Charles in the passing game.
August 3rd, 2011
11:15 am
Wooten dropped form a whopping 20 yards a catch with Joe Cox to under 6 yards a catch with Murray. It'd be interesting to see how Wooten did with Mason or Lemay.
August 3rd, 2011
11:17 am
Nobody can replace a player like Green, but there are still plenty of weapons in Georgia's receiving corps. If the Dawgs can get it going in the running game, they'll be fine on the offensive side of the ball this season.
August 3rd, 2011
11:18 am
Another doom and gloom post. Why even play the game this year? Lets just write a letter to CMR and tell him to sit the entire team until 2012 ( sarcasm )
August 3rd, 2011
11:18 am
nothing could be finer
The first team OL is just as good as SC's. Depth is the only issue. stay healthy and this offense will be fine.
You keep crowing about us starting 1-1. What if Richt beats spurrier again? He is 4-2 against him and has been a part of numerous wins over SOS at FSU. What then?
Does he punt Garcia?
How upset would he be then?
August 3rd, 2011
11:18 am
Troupe dropped from 22 yards per catch under Joe Cox to under 9 yards per catch under Murray. It would be interesting to see how Troupe does with Mason or Lemay.
August 3rd, 2011
11:20 am
Give it up Jack
August 3rd, 2011
11:21 am
August 3rd, 2011
11:22 am
I'm hoping this leads to a more balanced attack. When you have a talent like AJ, you tend to overuse him. Biggest negative is other teams won't have to double team like they did AJ last year. But, if the OL can stay healthy, and we mix up the run and pass properly, UGA has enough talent to be a good team. Hope we can start well.
August 3rd, 2011
11:25 am
Wide Receiver is the most overrated position in all of Football.
August 3rd, 2011
11:26 am
"Biggest negative is other teams won't have to double team like they did AJ last year."
Which puts more pressure on that freshman running back.
Better hope he lives up to all the hype.
August 3rd, 2011
11:30 am
Don't forget about Michael Bennett. Could be a Durham like presence. Teammates say he makes plays again and again. Like to see King–Bennett–Mitchell–White at TE.
August 3rd, 2011
11:31 am
The only reason Troupe had a high yds per catch average with Joe Cox at QB was Coach Bobo calling a deep pass to AJ against Auburn. Bobo didn't know that AJ had left the field after the previous play due to an injury. Fortunately for the Dawgs, Troupe caught AJ's pass and scored on the play, starting our comeback victory. There's nothing to blame Murray for here!! What nonsense!
August 3rd, 2011
11:34 am
Hutson Mason connected with Aron White on G-Day for the longest pass of the game. Amazing how Mason had the timing down better than Murray with White.
August 3rd, 2011
11:34 am
LMAO at Jackleg. What a tool.
August 3rd, 2011
11:38 am
Cox looked great with Wooten, wonder how Lemay or Masn would do, Murray couldn't connect wiht Wooten.
Wooten-Cox TD:
August 3rd, 2011
11:39 am
Talent + Hard Work – OLine = Waste
August 3rd, 2011
11:40 am
Troupe dropped from 22 yards with Joe Cox to 9 with Murray. Love to see what a guy like Mason or Lemay could do with Troupe.
Cox-Troupe 50 yard td pass against Auburn:
August 3rd, 2011
11:41 am
Interesting point you Murray bashers might want to take note of . Murray's comments on how hard Mitchell is working and how he stays for extra work every day with him after each session…I would like to point out that I think that makes Mitchell a hard a worker as but Murray is working at least that hard …Murray is a leader and baring injury I think he will have a heck of a year.
August 3rd, 2011
11:43 am
Hey Jack
I saw Hutson Mason toss a pass to the watergirl on the sidelines. she made a great catch. Maybe we should put her in
August 3rd, 2011
11:44 am
Garcia + drunken coach / bottle of booze = Fulmer Cup
August 3rd, 2011
11:46 am
The dogs could really have used Da'Rick Rogers this year.
By dissing Ga on NSD a few years back, they never really got that good WR that could replace A.J.
August 3rd, 2011
11:47 am
Jack, meds man, meds….
August 3rd, 2011
11:47 am
If I am dawg fan, my biggest concern will be Murray.
The guy couldn't throw a single touchdown against the 4th best team in Florida. Now, SEC teams all know him better with better defense. How many TD's can he throw in the upcoming season?
August 3rd, 2011
11:48 am
You are a fool and a clown. Get real, genius.
August 3rd, 2011
11:53 am
If this storyline doesn't deserve a "no s–t sherlock", then I don't know what does.
August 3rd, 2011
11:53 am
Murray should be a concern, Alphare. He did just fine against teams like Idaho St. but against better competition, not so much.
August 3rd, 2011
11:55 am
While we're at it, replacing Chapas will be a major challenge as well.
That freshman running back could really use him.
August 3rd, 2011
11:58 am
Players under Mason do special things. This amazing catch made ESPN. Mason threw it. And yes, Mason's tight end went on to excel at Auburn, caught 3x more td's than Charles last year.
Mason to Philip:
August 3rd, 2011
11:59 am
Teams are going to double King like they doubled AJ last year, not guard Charles (Georgia only throws him 2 passes a game), and stack 8 in the box to stop the run. Worked last year.
August 3rd, 2011
12:02 pm
Nothing- He was a FRESHMAN. You did see his overall number right? They were better than MATTHEW STAFFORD. Come on man, get real
August 3rd, 2011
12:03 pm
To me, this is a bit like after 2004. We lost Fred Gibson and Ronnie Brown, and everyone lamented the state of our receivers. Turns out that our experienced tight end (Leonard Pope) stepped up and had a helluva year in '05, and a true freshman named Massaquoi (spelling?) came in and added some extra dimension. That team also had a helluva QB.
They also started the year against a highly-ranked Boise State squad. Is anyone else seeing the similarities here?
As I'm sure I've said in other threads, I think UGA wins the East this year, if not the SEC title. Call me what you will, but I've got a good feeling about this team.
Go Dawgs!
August 3rd, 2011
12:03 pm
His overall number were the best EVER at UGA. You guys (Nothing and Jack) are the greatest nit pickers I have seen. Do you pick for free?
August 3rd, 2011
12:04 pm
And if anyone else needs further assurance, Richt's two best years ('02 and '07) came with Sophmore QBs.
'Nuff said.
August 3rd, 2011
12:04 pm
For all the Murray bashers look at his stats and his highlights. That says enough.
As for Green, he WILL NOT be missed. He never won us anything. He used Georgia. That's all he did. He wasn't a team player at all. We will be just fine with the guys that we have, I'm telling you. Don't look on paper and say we don't have a dynamic receiver, you never know who'll step up.
August 3rd, 2011
12:05 pm
Sam- To be fair, that 2005 Boise team is not the same as this team. Kellen Moore is twice the QB that the Z-man Jared Zabransky was.
August 3rd, 2011
12:06 pm
AJ who? How many Championships did he have…..? For that matter you could ask the same question with Stafford and Moreno…. Just call it like you see it the program has been in decline for yrs ….
August 3rd, 2011
12:07 pm
Jack, go ahead and make the mistake of not guarding Charles if you want to. Name me a better TE in the SEC than Charles. Thought so. Tell you what Jack, I want you to line up against Charles and let's see how productive you are.
Oh and as for you saying he doesn't play big in big games, one of his biggest games was against the Gators last season. 6 catches, 108 yards and a TD. Get it together
August 3rd, 2011
12:08 pm
AJ & Durham could catch anything within range. Still, with both NFL receivers, Murray only ranked 11th out of 12 SEC QB's in accuracy against winning teams. I am sure teams will try and force Murray to be accurate to beat them. Why not, he's the least accurate QB in the SEC in big games.


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Another failed intervention, another heartbreak. And this time there'll be no second chances.
I sat in the van with my coffee, which I hadn't touched, looking over at Gerard. His coffee was long gone and now he was just sitting and tapping his feet. We were on our way back across to Jersey. That was the end of our tour. We'd have a break, then start writing. Gerard had ignored me all morning. It's not like I didn't expect it. Gerard didn't know what love was. All he knew was his drugs. I fought back a sob. I couldn't cry. I told him what I thought, and he obviously didn't care. I may as well just get over it. I walked to my bunk, leaving my cold coffee on the table. I climbed up and in, laying down and pulling the curtain shut. I looked at the metal ceiling and felt the sting of tears in my eyes. It wasn't fair… Gerard liked drugs more than me. It's pathetic. I rolled over and heard a crumple of paper. I sat up and lifted my pillow, seeing a folded piece of paper. I unfolded it and read the familiar handwriting.
Frankie. Please believe me when I say that I'm truly sorry. I would if I could, believe me. I turned the paper over, feeling more tears come, and there on the back in tiny writing that I had to lift the paper to my face to see, the lyrics to that stupid song he was singing the other day I don't know any lullabies, I don't know how to make you mine, but I can learn. I tore the paper in half and threw myself back down. That's all he had to say to me? Sorry and a song that meant nothing? He couldn't even try to make things work? I didn't bother trying to stop the tears, nor the sadness that plagued my whole existence from that moment. I just lay in bed doing nothing for what seemed like hours, ignoring the guys' calls. That is until I got a visit…
"Frank? Whatcha doing up there?" came Bob's voice from below. "Er, nothing. Headache." I felt shaking, which told me Bob was climbing into Mikey's bunk, which was next to mine. He crawled over and pulled the curtain across "Come on man, we aren't stupid. Please tell me what's wrong." I looked at him, then took a deep breathe. "Okay, man. Well, I just.. .I'm sick of Gerard and his problems. I hate how you can't depend on him for anything. I hate the way he treats us. I hate how he breaks promises. I hate everything about him. But most of all… I hate that I still love him more that anything." I finished, breaking down. Bob put his arm around me and rubbed my back soothingly, not saying anything. It was okay, I knew what he was saying. After a while I stopped crying long enough to say thank you to Bob, who shook his head "Man, it's fine. We're your best friends. Would it shock you to know we feel the same way? Maybe if you put the last part in a different context though…Don't think that'd work for us." I smiled, as Bob continued "How Gerard acts affects us all. Not to mention the fans. We cut short this tour to take our break, and to write an album that probably won't come out for years. We know there's something wrong with Gerard, we're not blind. And it hurts us too. Why he has to do this to us, you, himself, his family… It kills Mikey, you know. But anyway, why, we don't know. We've tried to stop him, there isn't much we can do. But when he wakes up to himself, and realises what he's done, he'll hate himself for it. The only question is whether or not you'll still be there waiting when that happens. And that's something you decide." He hugged me and climbed out "Anyway, we're going to dinner. Come, please." I nodded and he smiled and walked away. I thought about what he said, and he was right. I was being selfish… So was Gerard, but that wasn't my problem. I walked out to the living area where Mikey was playing Xbox and sat next to him. "Hey man." I said. "Oh hey. What's up?" I watched him a minute. I guess I already knew that he was being hurt by Gerard too.. They were so close. But I really hadn't thought of it like that. "Can we talk?" Mikey paused his game and turned to me "Yeah sure. What's on your mind?" I swallowed, and thought for a second how to sum it up. "Well it's complicated. I'm not apologising, but I want to just say that I know how you feel about Gerard. I've been ignoring all you guys and making effort to change him, thinking I'm the only one who cares. I know that isn't true, Mikes." I quickly hugged him and then he nodded "Yeah, we kinda guessed. I assume Bob talked to you?" I nodded "Yeah. Well we wanted to have one last intervention and if that doesn't work we'll give up. I'm thinking as far as rehab if we need to." I opened my mouth in shock. We promised Gerard about a year ago to never send him to rehab, or a doctor, ever. "Yeah I remember what we told him. But it's for his own good man. It's no longer about what Gerard wants, it's beyond that. We need to focus on what he needs now." I nodded slowly and said "So when is this intervention?" Mikey stood up, and I did too. "Well, it was whenever you talked to one of us about it. And now you have. And you've agreed on the idea, so I guess… Now?" I nodded and bit my lip, following Mikey to the kitchen. Ray and Bob were there, making milkshakes. "Have a shake, man.." Said Ray, grinning. I smiled back and took a frosty glass full of delicious looking milkshake. "yeah, so we're gonna talk to Gee now. Frank says it's a good idea." Bob and Ray both nodded and Ray rinsed the shake maker and put it in the cupboard. We all stood sipping our drinks while Mikey went and fetched Gerard. My hands were shaking, I was so nervous. I mean, Gerard hated me.. Why would he want help from me? I remembered that night where we'd laid in bed and he talked to me about how insecure he was. Was that the real Gerard, or was this? It was all so confusing. I sipped my shake as Mikey and an irritated looking Gerard walked in. Mikey patted one of the chairs and Gerard sat down, pulled out a cigarette and lit it. Ray smiled his way and put a milkshake in front of Gerard, which he wrinkled his nose at and pushed away. Ray looked slightly hurt. God Gerard is an asshole sometimes, I thought angrily. Mikey patted Ray on the shoulder and looked at Bob, who rolled his eyes and looked at me. "What?" I said. Bob looked pointedly at Ray, who looked confused and then said "Well shit guys. Gerard? We need to talk to you." Gerard glared at each of us in turn, looking hurt and angry. When his eyes landed on me I turned away and took any empty glasses to the sink. "The guys and me have talked, and we think you should seriously reconsider the way you're living your life at the moment." Gerard rolled his eyes and laughed sarcastically, putting his cigarette out on the table. "You're not only doing serous mental and physical damage to yourself, but you're hurting everyone else now too. The fans, your mother. Don't think she doesn't know what goes on here. You've hurt those that love you." I felt my face burn. "Any emotion or compassion you had has gone out of you, Gerard, and it's a fucking shame. We all care about you, and you need to make a change, quickly, or you'll die." Gerard did nothing but raise his eyebrows "Okay…" He said after a short silence. "What the fuck?" said Mikey. "Okay? That's all? That's all you can do for us? We cancelled shows, put the band on a fucking break in the middle of our popularity rise. You don't give a shit about anything anymore! I fucking hate you." And with that he stormed out. Bob went after him, and I just turned around to face the sink again. I don't really know what happened next, but I heard the scraping of chair against floor, and then a whisper which I think ray thought I couldn't hear. "Gerard, this was your last chance. You are killing Frank. You are hurting Michael. You hurt us all, and mark my words, you'll regret it." And then I heard him walk out. I didn't know what to do… I wanted to walk out, but I was glued to the spot. I was so angry, how could he treat anyone who loved him so much like he just treated the guys? "Frankie? I've been meaning to talk to you, too…" said Gerard in a small voice. I didn't reply, or turn around. But for some reason, I was crying again. "Again, I'm sorry for how I acted the other day. And I want.. No I need you to know that I feel exactly the same way. I love you, Frank. I do… But…" I whipped around and said "Yes Gerard, cause you act it so don't you? You love aaaall of us don't you? You love us so much you write lovely songs for us, telling us exactly how you feel, rather than just say it to our faces. You tell your problems to a bottle of tequila over your best friend. We could have had to much, Gerard. But now I don't even know whether I can be in the same fucking bus as you, let alone bed! I'm through trying to save you. So you spend the rest of your fucking life curled up with a bottle, and just forget about us. Cause I'm sure as hell gonna forget about you." And then I walked out, to where the guys were in the bunks, comforting Mikey.


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Once again, Henkel's family-aware personnel policy has been validated with the award of a "Career and Family Audit" certificate issued by the German charitable foundation Hertie-Stiftung. The review, conducted under the auspices of Federal Minister for Family Affairs Dr. Ursula von der Leyen, is a management instrument introduced to encourage the continuous improvement and promotion of a family-aligned corporate policy. Since its inception, it has developed into a "seal of quality" for an empathetic HR management approach. For many years now, Henkel has been offering its employees various ways and means for reconciling their work, career and family obligations, and the company has already received a number of additional awards for its commitment in this regard.
The reconciliation of employee work and family obligations is an issue which every successful company has needed to effectively tackle. For many years, Henkel has been regarded as a leading light in this domain, a reputation that has been reaffirmed with the award by the German charitable foundation Hertie-Stiftung of its "audit berufundfamilie" [Career and Family Audit] certificate for the second time.
"The reconciliation of personal life planning and the demands of work constitutes a highly topical socio-political issue. Employees who are motivated, talented and willing to learn form the basis of our success, yet we know that we can only utilize the skills and capabilities of our people to optimum effect if we help them to master the challenges that arise from their obligations to their work and their family," explains Anke Meier, Global Diversity Manager at Henkel. Shortly after Henkel received the basic "audit berufundfamilie" certificate for the first time in 2005, the preparations were put in place for the re-audit that has now been completed. In workshops, Henkel collaborated with external auditors of Hertie-Stiftung in order to identify objectives and measures for an even more family-aware personnel policy. The implementation of this policy was then thoroughly documented and evaluated. "The re-audit demonstrates that we are on the right track with both our policy and our commitment," comments Anke Meier further.
Family-friendly approachFor many years, Henkel has been supporting its employees in their efforts to achieve an effective work-life balance. The Henkel-internal working committee "Family and Career" has instigated a number of pilot projects in order to find solutions for creating more flexible working time models and for facilitating the care and support of family dependants. Therefore the establishment of, for example, the External Family Service. This offers parents individual advice and assistance in their search for childcare, putting them in touch with child-minders and nannies. The range of support available for children has, over the last few years, been significantly increased and adapted to the needs of employees. The Gerda Henkel Children's Day Care Center in Düsseldorf, which offers crèche facilities for children from the age of four months, has been in existence since 1940. Now, Henkel is in the process of establishing an additional children's day care center in cooperation with the City of Düsseldorf, and through this is substantially extending the level of support available for, in particular, children under three years of age. Employees using the parental part-time working scheme have the possibility of furthering their qualifications by taking courses provided via the Internet. Moreover, Henkel is endeavoring to increase the number of "parental employees" working in the scheme who can step in as holiday and sickness replacements. Offering an extensive range of advice and assistance, the Social Services department likewise supports Henkel employees in coping with difficult life situations – such as when elderly parents require increasing amounts of care.
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Nick Collison has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his knee, according to the Oklahoma City Thunder's official Twitter feed.
Nick Collison (teeth) is looking for a Game 2 improvement after missing all three of his shots during Monday's Game 2 loss to the Spurs.
Nick Collison will start Game 1 vs. the Spurs, according to coach Scott Brooks.
Nick Collison was ejected on Monday for an altercation with Austin Rivers.
Nick Collison needed eight stitches on his face after suffering a cut on Sunday.
Nick Collison needed four staples to the top of his head in the fourth quarter on Thursday.
Nick Collison scored a season-high 10 points in Sunday's win vs. the Kings, adding seven rebounds and a pair of assists in 17 minutes of action.
Nick Collison played a season-high 30 minutes against the Jazz on Tuesday with nine points, six boards, three assists and one 3-pointer.
Nick Collison (hip) will return to the lineup and face the Clippers on Wednesday.
Nick Collison will not play against the Wizards on Sunday due to a hip contusion.
Beat writer Darnell Mayberry expects Nick Collison to play more in Friday's Game 6 vs. Houston.
Nick Collison, who sat out the regular season finale to rest, will be available for Game 1 against the Rockets.
Nick Collison (rest) will sit out of Wednesday's season finale.
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El Paso, TX (KDBC) — Three House Bills which would have given power to the state to control fireworks sales was voted down. House Bills 3429, 3236, and 3557 were shot down in the legislature.
As we've reported, County Commissioners took a stand against the bills weeks ago. If the bills were passed it would have allowed the state to control whether local fireworks industries could sell or not sell fireworks based on a drought index.
Judge Veronica Escobar told us this is good news for El Pasoans. "we want to have local control over whether we take safety to our hands or not. We don't want it decided in Austin. So that was part of the discussion today. And part of what I mentioned from the day is was I want the public and the industry to know that I am going to pursue banning fireworks again this year," Judge Veronica Escobar said.
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Four people have been arrested for suspected involvement in the murder of Llael Garcia-Rodriguez, 31, on October 12.
After an investigation, Bell County Sheriff's Office, with the assistance of San Antonio police, Killeen police, and the Department of Public Safety, arrested four suspects and charged one with murder and three others with Tampering Physical Evidence.
24-year-old Anthony McKoy was charged with murder with no bond set at this time, and Toriano Thomas, Katrina S. Jackson and Jessabel S. Lucas were arrested for Tampering Physical Evidence and have their bond set at $60,000.
Garcia's body was found by a motorist near FM 1670 about half a mile south of the Stillhouse Dam. A day later the Southwest Institute of Forensic Science in Dallas claimed the cause of death was due to stab wounds.
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When prepping for any race, many of us have made a habit of studing course maps to familiarize ourselves with what's ahead. I'm a planner… somewhat obsessive-compulsively so. Throughout my life, I've spent an embarrassing amount of time nervously analyzing elevation profiles, mile markers, aid stations, water stops and bathroom opportunities in the hopes of fully preparing myself for success on race morning. Not to mention street closures and spectator guides so my family can find ways to cheer me on.
But with the Peachtree… it's different for me.
Please don't take this as blasphemous, since I speak of speed work and training hard and pushing yourself, but I never "race" the PRR. It's one of my favorite events of the year, and I thoroughly enjoy running it for fun, without the pressures of performing. I take it stride by stride, soaking up the joy of exercise, community, fun and patriotism that permeate Atlanta on July 4th.
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SUN CITY, South Africa (AP) - Charl Schwartzel still isn't sure how he did it. The intercostal muscle he tore at the U.S. Open wiped out most of his season in 2012.
Schwartzel says on Wednesday his game is ``definitely on the way up.'' A tie for third at the World Tour Championship in Dubai last weekend helped his confidence.
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Harbor Mesa Lions will hold their annual "Wild West Casino Night" fundraiser on Friday at the Neighborhood Community Center in Costa Mesa.
The evening includes a chuck wagon buffet dinner, country and western dancing, silent auction and gaming tables. Prizes of theme baskets put together by members will be given out to winners and a local deejay will provide entertainment.
This event raises funds that will be donated to local organizations who help those in need in our community. To find out more information about Harbor Mesa Lions, visit nhcmlionsclub.com.
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The Exchange Club of Newport Harbor will hold its 21st annual Movie Screening benefit on the evening of Oct. 27 at the Lido Theater. The movie "Anonymous" will be shown the night before the movie is released to the general public. The movie is a political thriller advancing the theory that Edward De Vere, Earl of Oxford, penned Shakespeare's plays.
The evening will begin with a food festival at 5:30 p.m., followed by the movie showing at 7 p.m. Tickets prices have been lowered to $60 per person, and includes food and the movie. VIP tickets are $90 and include preferred seating and free parking.
All ticket holders receive a T-shirt, unlimited food sampling from sponsoring restaurants, admission to the movie and the warm knowledge that your donation helps prevent child abuse, according to club President Bob Wood.
For more information on tickets and the event, visit http://www.nhexchange.org or mail your check payable to "CA/NV Exchange Charitable Foundation" to P.O. Box 1022, Newport Beach, CA 92659.
Rotary vocational service project
At a recent meeting, Newport Beach Sunrise Rotary member Patricia Bintliff reported on a women's workshop that the club is doing with the Salvation Army. There are eight very special women in the program.
Rotarians John Hedlund, Paul Ingvaldsen and Bill Robbins were the coaches on the first Saturday of the eight-week program. Two Rotarians will work with each of the subsequent sessions at the Salvation Army Women's Facility in Anaheim.
Workshop sessions include "Creating the Master Application," "Elevator Speeches," "Interviewing Skills and Business Etiquette."
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On the list of top-earning University of Minnesota employees for fiscal year 2012, University President Eric Kaler comes in a distant third.See Also:- When it comes to U salaries, Tubby, Blake-Davis top Bruininks- Minnesota universities join the rest of the nation in plying presidents with CEO salar ... More >>
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As NWA and Mesaba play chicken in bankruptcy court, the future of the regional carrier looks bleak
When the Shubert inched down Hennepin Avenue a year ago, Minneapolis politicos promised a bright future for the historic theater. They didn't mention stingy legislators, taxpayer bailouts, or the specter of the wrecking ball.
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Moments from our Contact Jam on July 25th, 2013. Held in the Alumni gym the jam was a way for the whole festival to connect through movement.
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Excited to have Bebe Miller and Company on campus! Get a look into the company's process tonight during their free Show & Tell in Schaeffer Theater at 7:30pm.
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Don't miss the remarkable craft and virtuosity of Doug Varone and Dancers this week at the Festival. Shows Thursday, July 18 and Saturday, July 20 at 7:30pm. http://bit.ly/1auIWX3 Photo by Cylla VonTiedemann
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Scenes from our site-specific workshop during the Young Dancers Workshop. Students worked over the course of the afternoon with their counselors to discuss and then build site-specific works around the Bates College campus. You can read more about the workshop here.
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Angry Birds get their first retail shop
Angry Birds stuffed toys, T-shirts, school bags, CD's, Books and a lot more stuff is available for purchase on its first retail shop in Helsinki, Finland
Rovio, the makers of the Angry Birds, one of the most popular game have opened the first retail shop of Angry Birds products in Helsinki, Finland.
Downloaded by over 500 millions users, Angry Birds retail shop will house products like school bags, stuff toys and t-shirts. These products are also available for purchase online.
This shop incorporates a unique experience where customers can play games and experience the various Angry Birds season. A large size sling with Angry Bird ready to shoot has been clearly seen in the pictures. Rovio has uploaded these pictures on its Facebook page too.
The shop is full of Angry Bird stuffs, so it's one of the great places to go with children. You can buy Angry Birds books, CD's and a lot more stuff including the soft toys, school kits etc from the shop.
he company has sold over 1 million Angry Bird t-shirts as of now. The rising demand prompted the company to open another store. You will also find "Christmas Birds" plush toys, which will be available in the store on this Christmas festival.
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I still haven't seen that MizTV segment as it was edited out of the Australian broadcast for some unknown reason. They've been using the piped in stuff for a long time. I first started noticing it on Smackdown probably about a year ago. It has likely been used for a lot longer than that. I was watching some old Velocity match a little while ago that had piped in reactions too.
For the last month or two I've been noticing that the edited reactions don't even flow or fit well with what is happening sometimes. They appear to be getting sloppy with it. Like someone will punch another guy a few times and for some reason on the 3rd punch the crowd will pop randomly. Also I noticed Wade Barrett hit a power move and got a face type reaction for it. It has always been pretty obvious though, maybe they have just slipped up a couple of times and I'm noticing it more.
The crowd this week seemed pretty dead when there was no fake cheering. I think the Smackdown taping event might be getting too long. They tape Superstars and Saturday Morning Slam before it. And now they tape Main Event as well don't they? That's got to be 4 hours in one night. 3 hours at the very very least.
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Dr. Ahmed Al Mandhari
Director General
Sultan Qaboos University Hospital
Al Khoudh, Sultanate of Oman.
Atef M.Shibl
Professor of Microbiology
Kind Saud University
Riyadh, KSA
Barbara Soule
Practice Leader, Infection Prevention Services
Joint Commission International
Illinois, USA
David Lalloo
Professor of Tropical Medicine,
Head, Clinical Research Group and Clinical Director,
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Liverpool, UK
Didier Pittet
Director, Infection Control Programme
Geneva University Hospitals
Ezzedine Mohsni
Coordinator Diseases Elimination & Eradication,
WHO Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office
Cairo, Egypt
Guenael Rodier
Director, Division of Communicable Diseases, Health Security and Environment,
WHO Regional Office for Europe
Hanan Balkhy
Director of GCC Infection Control Centre,
Riyadh, KSA
Jacques E. Mokhbat
Professor of Medicine
Acting Chairperson, Department of Medicine
Lebanese American University of School Medicine
Beirut, Lebanon
James Alexander
Division of Viral Diseases,
National Center for Immunization
John D Grabenstein
Senior Medical Director
Merck Vaccines
Merck & Co USA
Kamal K Datta
Public Health Consultant
Kolkata, India
Keiji Fukuda
Assistant Director-General - Health Security and Environment Cluster
WHO Geneva, Switzerland
Lorenzo Savioli
Director, Department of Control of Neglected Tropical Diseases
WHO Geneva, Switzerland
Mahmoud Shorman
Consultant and Section Head, Infectious Diseases & Infection Control
King Fahad Hospital
Dammam, KSA
Mamoun El Sheikh
Assistant Executive Director, Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Chairman, Corporate Infection Prevention & Control Committee
Hamad Medical Corporation
Doha, Qatar
Mario Raviglione
Director - Stop TB Department,
WHO Geneva, Switzerland
Neena Walecha
Principal Investigator of WHO CC for Research and Training on Diarrhoeal Diseases,
National Institute of Cholera & Enteric Diseases,
Kolkata, India
Nicholas Beeching
Senior Lecturer (clinical) in Infectious Diseases,
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine,
Liverpool, UK
Robert Moellering
Sheilds Warren-Mallinckrodt Professor of Medical Research,
Harvard Medical School
Boston, USA
Robert Read
Professor of Infectious Diseases,
Sheffield University and Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Sheffield, UK
Saye Khoo
Professor of Clinical Pharmacology,
University of Liverpool
Liverpool, UK
Souha Kanj
Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases
Head, Division of Infectious Diseases
Chairperson, Infection Control Program
American University of Beirut Medical Center
Beirut, Lebanon
Stella Chungong
Coordintaor, Team Leader- International Health Regulations Department,
WHO Geneva, Switzerland
Stephan Harbarth
Associate Professor
Geneva University Hospitals
Geneva, Switzerland
Thomas Cherian
Coordinator, Expanded Programme on Immunization
WHO Geneva
Trish Perl
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If your two favorite desserts are bread pudding and pumpkin pie, you're in luck with this recipe that combines the best attributes of each one. Topping the warm bread pudding with maple syrup and toasted pecans is pure genius.
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Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Add bread, tossing gently to coat. Spoon mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover with foil; chill 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°.
Place dish in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan; add hot water to pan to a depth of 1 inch. Bake, covered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve each bread pudding piece warm with about 1 tablespoon syrup and 1 1/2 teaspoons pecans.
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