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The birth of City Hall
The birth of City Hall
This year marks the 50th anniversary of a design competition in which architects were invited to imagine a new Boston City Hall.
Architects Michael McKinnell (standing) and Gerhard Kallmann, photographed recently in Cambridge, won the design competition.
The city decided to demolish the neighborhood known as Scollay Square (pictured in 1906) and build in its place what would come to be called Government Center.
From the competition, Kallmann's drawing showing a cross section of the building.
A preliminary sketch from McKinnell shows the structural and mechanical systems of the building.
In the competition, architects were invited to imagine a forward-looking home for Boston's city government. Shown here, a design by Gertrude Kerbis, Yau Chun Wong, T. C. Chang, Otto G. Stark, Sam Sit, and C. F. Murphy Associates. This design made it to the second round of the competition, but did not win.
An overhead view of the previous design that made the second round of the competition, but did not win.
Another finalist from the competition, this one from Progressive Design Associates. The city announced the competition, which was uncommon in its time, in 1961.
This design by architects Ehrman B. Mitchell Jr., Romaldo Giurgola, and Thomas R. Vreeland was also a finalist. Eight finalists were chosen from among more than 250 submissions.
Kallmann and McKinnell's winning design was selected in 1962.
Ground-breaking for the construction of the new City Hall building took place in September, 1963.
A look at Boston City Hall under construction in 1967.
City Hall, with its wide plaza, in 1998.


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Pink Habit
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|1 Measure
|Hendrick's Gin
|0.5 Measure
|Bénédictine Dom
|2 Dashes
|Sugar Syrup
|1.5 Measures
|Grapefruit Juice
|1 Dash
|De Kuyper Grenadine
Liquid volume = 90ml*
Alcoholic units = 2*
Alcohol by volume (ABV) = 17.1%*
* Please note: Volume, units and ABV values are approximations only.in-the-spirit classifies one shot as a measure of 2.5cl or 25ml
Build the first 4 ingredients in a tumbler glass over ice. Stir gently to blend the ingredients. Add the De Kuyper Grenadine last of all and let it sink to the bottom of the glass to achieve a layered affect.
Additional notes:
Deliciously fruity cocktail with hints of bitterness from the grapefruit. The De Kuyper Grenadine sinks to the bottom of the glass and gives a hint of sweet pomegranates. If you prefer your drinks a little sweeter, stir in the Grenadine but the drink will turn quite pink.
A wedge of freshly cut lemon.
Please enjoy all cocktail recipes responsibly
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Please note: The NHS recommended weekly guidelines for alcohol consumption are 21 units for men (3-4 daily) and 14 units for women (2-3 daily)

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Bugs, Beasts and Blossoms: Japanese Woodblock Prints from the Dr. Lenoir C. Wright Collection
- Dec 17, 2013 – Apr 13, 2014
- The Leah Louise B. Tannenbaum Gallery
from the Dr. Lenoir C. Wright Collection", Weatherspoon Art Museum,
the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2014. Photo: Dan Smith.
Unique images of nature created by Japanese artists from the Edo period (1615-1868) through the twentieth century will fill the Tannenbaum Gallery this spring. The two principal artists responsible for introducing this theme to the woodblock print art form were Hokusai (1760-1849) and Hiroshige (1797-1858). Later artists continued their custom of directly observing nature and imbuing its flora and fauna with symbolic meanings. For example, certain blossoms and birds represent specific seasons while particular animals signify distinct attributes or human mannerisms. Each picture offers delight in itself, while the exhibition as a whole conveys Japan's deep-rooted appreciation of the natural world and its unique aesthetic sensibility.
These prints were gifted to the Weatherspoon by Dr. Lenoir "Len" Wright (1911-2003), professor emeritus of History and Political Science at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. His passion for Asian culture resulted in a collection of over 600 objects that he began donating to WAM in 1978.
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It's probably the nastiest, slimiest computer in the world. Powered by oat flakes instead of electricity, scientists in the U.K. have developed a rudimentary computer using a slime mold they have affectionately named Plasmobot.
"Most people's idea of a computer is a piece of hardware with software designed to carry out specific tasks," said Andy Adamatzky, professor of unconventional computing at the University of the West of England.
"This mold, or plasmodium, is a naturally occurring substance with its own embedded intelligence."
Cool, shady and moist areas like decaying logs is where the Plasmobot, or Physarum polycephalum, is usually found. In the laboratory, slime mold is usually fed oat or corn flakes.
The Plasmobot performed four different functions, the most basic of which was pushing or pulling outside objects. The slime mold also performed more complex operations, such as completing mathematical constructs such as a spanning tree diagram and the Voronoi diagram, which is a collection of geometric objects that are a partition of space into cells.
Plasmobot did this with its own natural abilities; it was not genetically engineered to perform these tasks in any way. To complete the spanning tree, for instance, Adamatzky put oat flakes in specific spots around the slime mold.
The slime mold has to optimize its foraging pattern — finding the shortest route to any food source and then propagating the nutrients efficiently. The resulting protoplasmic tubes that transported the food around the slime mold represented a solution to the problem.
To complete the Voronoi diagram, the mold uses the fact that as two molds grow they encounter each other and stop growing. The boundary between the two molds becomes the solution.
Physarum polycephalum isn't the first organism co-opted for computation. E. coli, a bacteria, and other microorganisms have previously been used to solve the classic mathematical puzzle known as the Burnt Pancake problem or the Traveling Salesman problem.
There are several differences between computing with slime mold and bacteria, besides being in different kingdoms. The first is the E. coli had to be genetically engineered to solve the problems. The second is that E. coli is microscopic. A single Plasmobot can be the size of a petri dish.
Plasmobot computes very differentially from bacteria computers as well. To solve the Burnt Pancake problem the genetically engineered bacteria flipped various sections of their DNA inside their body. Plasmobot solved problems by physically moving its body.
At the moment Adamatzky, and other scientists, including Jonathan Mills at Indiana University, don't see any commercial or practical applications. There remain several stumbling blocks, including reliably replicating the experiments.
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"As all other living objects Physarum does not always behave as we want it to," said Adamatzky. "We must develop a set of experiment protocols to keep Physarum totally under our control."
Even if reliable controls can be created, a computer made of enough individual slime molds to perform meaningful calculations would be quite large, about a meter square, according to Mills.
"The barriers that need to be overcome to make this technology practical are significant," said Mills. "But the possibility of taking a biological organism and using it for a practical purpose is always exciting."
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Final Fantasy XV E3 2013 Announcement and Gameplay TrailerFools set the rules in this world. Just take a look around. It's undeniable.
-Noctis Lucis Caelum
Final Fantasy Versus XIII was announced at Square Enix's E3 Press Conference on May 8, 2006 for the PlayStation 3. On June 11, 2013, Final Fantasy Versus XIII was renamed to Final Fantasy XV and was announced for both the PlayStation 4 and XBox One.
General Information
Publisher Square Enix Genre Action Role Playing Game Platform Sony PlayStation 4 and Microsoft XBox One Number of Players 1 Release Date TBA TBA TBA Price TBA TBA TBA Rating CERO: TBA ESRB: TBA PEGI: TBA Japanese Site www.jp.square-enix.com/ff15/ English Site http://archive.na.square-enix.com/FFXV/
Main Developers
Director, Base Story, Concept Game Design, and Character Designer
Tetsuya Nomura Co-Director Hajime Tabata Producers Shinji Hashimoto & Yoshinori Kitase Image Artwork Yoshitaka Amano Mechanic Concept Takayuki Takeya Clothes Design Hiromu Takahara Scenario Writer Kazushige Nojima Composer Yoko Shimomura Main Programmers Hiroshi Harata & Kentaro Yasui Planning Directors Yuichi Kanemori & Takayoshi Nakazato Planning Director (World) Takeshi Endou Event Planning Director Jun Akiyama Graphic Director (Character Model) Tomohiro Kayano Graphic Director (Animation) Tatsuya Kandou Graphic Director (Map model) Masahide Tanaka Graphic Director (Visual Effects) Shuichi Sato Graphic Director (System Menu) Takeshi Arakawa Art Director (Character) Tomohiro Hasegawa Art Director (Map)
Takayuki Ohtachi Lead Visual Director
Takeshi Nozue Character Artist
Roberto Ferrari
There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.
-William ShakespeareThe true figure is still hidden in the sleep.An isolated nation protected by an ancient line of Kings. A modern civilization alive with crystal's songs of swords and sorcery.A lone Kingdom fighting to forestall the outer world from imposing its heretic order. The struggle for the final crystal is merely a prologue to the chronicles of new era.This is a fantasy based on reality.A meeting predestined by the divine.Eyes that see the light of expiring souls.A act of love by the last king.SynopsisThe figure that still lies asleep in the fantasy.
Niflheim Invading Lucis Kingdom
The only crystal left to the world lies in the Kingdom of Lucis. Upon striking a peace with the garrison state of Niflheim, Lucis rejoices in having at last brought the cold war to a close. Their celebrations, however, are premature. Under the guise of amity, Niflheim dispels the anti-armament runewall and launches a full-scale invasion of the kingdom. The peaceful lives Crown Prince Noctis and his entourage once knew are consumed by the flames of war as they struggle to mount a resistance.
Story Facts
Noctis Lucis Caelum and Cor Leonis
The main character, Noctis, is a Prince and the heir to the throne. The throne to the last kingdom where the crystal was held. Lucis Kingdom is modern, advanced and much further along then outside world, to the point that they have basically isolated themselves within. The city nation is said to be protected by a Magic Order, whom must stand against an invasion in the kingdom. This fight over the last crystal is said to only be the beginning of a new generation.
Celebration Party
Celebration Party
In the Tokyo Game Show 2008/Jump Festa 2009 technical demo, Noctis attends a celebration party held in commemoration of the Agreement concerning the Peaceful use of the Crystal being created between two countries and as a Prince who will soon inherit the King title. He meets the heroine of the game, Stella, for the first time.
The Setting
A man that you will probably love to hate
The setting for Final Fantasy XV reflects our world today, and its "ugly issues". Final Fantasy XV is a darker and more close to home emotional story, or so that is the vision Square-Enix has said.
Young Noctis enjoying a meal with his father
Its a dark and sad story which aims to show how heavy and painful the burden that the heroes are carrying is, how painful their paths can be, and how important flashes of happiness are in a world ravaged by greed and despair. The keyword for Final Fantasy XV story is misery, and it can be applied to all main characters.
With life-like characters and a truly painful story, the main theme the team wants to showcase is Bonds and how the characters relate to it.
Even though the story will be quite serious, there will be elements of humor as well.
Other Facts
Stand off between Niflheim and Lucis Kingdom
- Final Fantasy XV shares many similarities with the story of Hamlet. With even a quote from the story in the original trailer. Little else is know about the story of Final Fantasy XV at this point.
- Early regions in the game are heavily inspired by western bang-bang movies.
- The main design key point for the clothes is Jet-black and there will be a lot of scenes and circumstances where this design will show mainly because it is compatible with the mood of the game. Hiromu Takahara is working on the character clothes and his designs will be heavily influenced by the asymmetric forms as they have always been.
- Early Final Fantasy XIII artwork showed Lightning in a light setting. In contrast, Final Fantasy XV showed Noctis in a dark one. Players will see how this is translated in the game
- It's a simple story that focuses on recovering the crystal from Lucis Kingdom.
Noctis Lucis CaelumEnglish: Noctis Lucis Caelum
Japanese: ノクティス・ルシス・チェラム「ノクト」
Romaji: Nokutisu Rushisu Cheramu (Nokuto)
Noctis = Latin for "Night"Age: NA
Lucis = Latin for "Light"
Caelum = Latin for "Sky"
Weapon: Various Weapons
Japanese VA: Tatsuhisa Suzuki
English VA: NA
A childhood affliction endowed Noctis, heir apparent to the throne of Lucis, with the mystical power to see a heavenly light, through which he could sense others deaths. Noctis rejects rigid royal conventions and acts as somewhat of a renegade, much to the dismay of those who tend to him. Yet while Noct may act brash at times, he does so in defense of those loyal to him.
Noctis' weapons are quite unique, and should make for quite a large part of the game play variations in the game, as he has many, many weapons at his fingertips. He doesn't carry or sheath his swords or holster his guns, they're simply with him. He seemingly wills them into materialization in an instant, dozens of them, rapidly. The amount of weapon switching seen is simply mind-boggling.
Gladiolus Amicitia
English: Gladiolus Amicitia
Japanese: グラディオラス・アミシティア
Romaji: Guradiorasu Amishitia
Gladiolus = Latin for "Little Sword"
Amicitia = Latin for "Friendship"
Age: NA
Weapon: Great Sword and Pile Bunkers
Japanese VA: Kenta Miyake
English VA: NA
As lord of the noble House Amicitia, Gladiolus continues a line sworn to protect the crown. Gladio shares a friendship with Noctis that transcends birth and title, and his loyalty to his liege is born not of duty, but of brotherhood.
Gladiolus fights with his bare hands and can use larger and heavier weapons like pile bunkers and broad swords.
Ignis Stupeo ScientiaEnglish: Ignis Stupeo Scientia
Japanese: イグニス・ストゥペオ・スキエンティア
Romaji: Igunisu Sutupeo Sukientia
Ignis = Latin for "Fire"
Stupeo = Latin for "To be Stunned or Amazed"
Scientia = Latin for "Knowledge"
Age: NA
Weapon: Katana's and Throwing Knives
Japanese VA: Mamoru Miyano
English VA: NA
Ever the unwavering voice of reason, Ignis was weaned on shrewd logic and a classical education from boyhood so that he might one day counsel the would-be king, Noctis. He applies the deep mutual understanding and trust they have built over time to help smooth over Noctiss brusqueness with others..
Ignis specializes in support-style attacks. He is a strong magic user and can throw knives and many other weapons. He wields a katana blade.
Prompto ArgentumEnglish: Prompto Argentum
Japanese: プロンプト・アージェンタム
Romaji: Puronputo Aajentamu
Prompto = Latin for "Quick"
Argentum = Latin for "Silver"
Age: NA
Weapon: Guns
Japanese VA: Tetsuya Kakihara
English VA: NA
The puckish playboy Prompto befriended Noctis in his school days. He wears a chip on his shoulder as an outsider to the royal circle, but remains eager to do all he can for the cause.
Prompto is a gunner. With this character, the player will be able to display a targeting reticule, which will allow you to aim for weak points on an enemy. Noctis can use guns but only has an auto aim function. His aiming is useful for large monsters that have weak points in various areas and can be targeted for positional damage.
Cor LeonisEnglish: Cor Leonis
Japanese: コル・リオニス
Romaji: Koru Rionisu
Latin: Lion's Heart
Age: 42
Weapon: Katana
Japanese VA: Hiroki Touchi
English VA: NA
A living legend of Lucian lore, Lord Commander Cor Leoniss devotion to the art of war is surpassed only by that to his king. Little love is lost between the ill-starred stalwart and Noctiss retinue, yet honor binds him to keep watch over the group all the same.
Stella Nox FleuretEnglish: Stella Nox Fleuret
Japanese: ステラ・ノックス・フルーレ
Romaji: Sutera Nokkusu Furūre
Meaning: Stella = Latin for NightAge: NA
Nox = Latin for Star
Fleuret = French for Rapier
Weapon: Rapier
Japanese VA: NA
English VA: NA
Stella has been described as an unfortunate enemy of Noctis, as in, the two likely don't want to fight one another, but they must simply due to their allegiances. Stella hails from the Fleuret family from the Kingdom of Tenebrae. She is the only confirmed enemy character for the game so far, with virtually no other detail known.
She converses in very soft and polite way, generally goes directly to the point at hand and doesnt fear a harsh reply. She doesnt take things too seriously, but she will learn along the way that things are not the way we want, ever.
Stella has the ability to see the Light just like Noct has. She speaks openly about it without any restraints, feels intrigued by it and searches for answers on her first meeting with the Prince.
Regis Lucis CaelumEnglish: Regis Lucis Caelum
Regis is the king of Lucis Kingdom and the father of Noctis. He will not give up the throne and will be the final king. In the 1st PD trailer, Regis is not saying this to Noctis like some people have thought. Who he is saying this to is a secret for now. The throne Regis sits on is not the same throne that Noctis sits on at the end of the 1st PD trailer. White Robes This man is the leader of Niflheim and is after Lucis Kingdoms crystal. He is seen in a standoff, pointing a gun at Regis Lucis Caelum. Nomura said that the white robed character we see in the 1st PD trailer is not the same as the one from trailers before it. The two men are different. The E3 2013 trailer reveals hints that his name is Idola Eldercapt. Unknown Characters
The E3 2013 trailer has revealed several new characters but their names are unknown at this time. One of them, Cor Leones, has been confirmed. The others, who we have no information on but have visuals instead, are a green-eyed woman, a maroon hair colored man(Japanese Voice Actor: Keiji Fujiwara) who has been confirmed to be an enemy, two old guys (one in a suit and the other in a red robe), a white hooded individual (who actually appeared in trailers from a long time ago) and a Cor look a like.
Goddess of Death/Shinigami Etro is worshiped in the game and it is a falCie. This is not to be confused with Etro from Final Fantasy XIII, even though they are very similar. There is a legend in the Kingdom of Tenebrae about Etro saying that she is said to greet the souls of the deceased and open the door to the afterlife. When that door opens, the released souls burst out in a streak of light that ascends to heaven. Very few people can see this light and those who can see it are given power from the Kingdom of the Dead. During their conversation in the technical demo, Noctis and Stella mention they can see the light, and the former wonders if they are dying. In the Fabula Nova Crystallis Mythology, Etro created mankind from her own blood.
In the Final Fantasy Type-0 Ultimania Guide, Nomura revealed that Final Fantasy XV Moogle's would be similar to Type-0's moogle's in terms of design.
With the destruction of the outside world's crystals, the land begins to become a ruin and this is seen throughout the areas early in the game. But there are still other cities with technology and heavy firearms that are no longer protected by the Crystals. Lucis is very advanced, but the costumes and rules are still seen as the ones from middle ages, mainly when it comes to royal matters. Magic will have an important and intriguing role in the game.
Japanese: ルシス
Romaji: Rushisu
The world where Noctis resides is a place with a different culture. It has advanced technology protected and blessed by the crystal. The surroundings of his familys kingdom are often called Outside World or Outer World.
Lucis has been protecting the crystal from generation to generation and this burden is passed down onto him. The Outside World Armies decided to invade the kingdom to retrieve the crystal and they wont stop until they get it.
Japanese: ニフルハイム
Romaji: Nifuruhaimu
The Kingdom of Niflheim are shown invading Lucis during the peace treaty signing party. They have also waged war for crystals in Solheim, Tenebrae, and Accordo as well.
Japanese: テネブラエ
Romaji: Teneburae
Tenebrae is a location and country where Stella is from. There is a legend in Tenebrae which states that those who can see the "light" will obtain special powers. "Tenebrae" is Latin for "darkness" or "shadows".
Japanese: ソルヘイム
Romaji: Soruheimu
A country revealed in the E3 2013 trailer.
Japanese: アコルド
Romaji: korudo
A country revealed in the E3 2013 trailer.
Development Facts
A lot of real-world cities are depicted within the game and serve as an inspiration for the locations in general. Lucis is based on Tokyo, Japan and Accordo is based on Venice, Italy.
Forests and desert wastelands are also in the game too. There are also shops where you can buy things as well.
Gameplay System
Interactive World
Final Fantasy XV will have a variety of "gimmicks". By "gimmicks" Nomura means things such as the overhead walkway gets destroyed by the Behemoth as Noctis crosses it. If Noctis never crosses the walkway, the Behemoth will not destroy it. Creating these types of gimmicks are tough on the development side of things.
Noctis and Gladiolus getting ready to impale Iron Giant
The city scene where Noctis is fighting the Behemoth is full of destroyable objects such as trees and electricity poles for example. In the 1st Department Premiere trailer, you end up fighting the Behemoth on a three level freeway area where the road has been damaged so you'll need to move around by jumping. The buildings that line the road have some emergency stairwells that can be entered and climbed to get to the roof with Noctis then pulling himself to the very by using the air conditioner. These are just some examples on how interactive the game will be.
Event Scenes
Event Scenes
There will be event scenes that the player can control. In the recent trailer, we see a forest in the evening showing a low view point of Noctis running up to Regis Lucis Caelum. The viewpoint is low because it's a flash back from Noctis' youth. This is just one example of an event scene that the player can control.
World Map
Regarding the fields, it's not a completely open world. It's like the 2D FF games but in 3D. Players will find a big world map with vast fields where they will be able to explore as far as the eye can reach except the mountains. Terrain diversity is much more detailed and vast than in Final Fantasy XV. Nomura says that the game will probably have more natural landscapes than Final Fantasy XIII does.
One of the Many Out Door Areas
Battles will take place in real-time environments using all regions of the field, from up high buildings to down low streets. Players will have to fight using the full environment, both directly in front of them and above and below (aka vertical battles). This allows some battles to happen in very intense places.
Its possible to fly airships over the world just like in older Final Fantasy titles. You'll be able to drive a car, ride mechs, tanks and Chocobos as well.
Day and Night Cycles
Night Time
The day and night cycles and cloud formations are done by physical calculation. It was decided to be made this way to have a smooth change between the cycles and to have a much more dynamic lighting system, which reflects the mood of a certain region/place.
With addition to the day and night cycle, players will find different beasts at different times of day.
Enemies will vary in sizes depending on the location. In the city, the Behemoth was large because of all the tall buildings. If it were small, there wouldn't be much of an impact.
Iron Giant
The monsters wander throughout the field and sometimes-hostile ones will suddenly appear to ambush you. It has been confirmed that a lot of different kind of monsters exist.
The game is basically seamless. There will be seamless battles and no load times too. The only loading the player will experience is between large areas. They are also implementing a type of loading that happens while watching an event scene. This way its possible to give players the most immerse experience they have ever had.
Battle System
Final Fantasy XVs battle system will draw the nostalgic feeling from old Final Fantasy titles and blend it with a whole new concept. The fast action and the pace will be similar to the battles of Kingdom Hearts but united with new mechanics. The actions the characters perform after selecting commands for them is close to that of Kingdom Hearts.
Third Person Shooter
Characters will do actions like double jumping and so forth and have the ability to move around on the map and during encounters. Youll also be fighting vertically by warping at building walls and attacking the enemy. The game will also have of what Nomura refers to as TPS, or Third Person Shooter. Your view of the action will change based on the weapon that youre using in order to give the best control.
Noctis, Gladiolus and Prompto
You can have up to three members in your party. The party members will be chosen for you as part of the story because of tutorial considerations. As you advance further into the game, you will be able to select your members. You will also be able to switch between three party members during battle if you want to. Noctis is always part of your party and if he dies, the game is over.
As of right now, Noctis, Gladiolus, Prompto, Ignis and Cor are the only confirmed playable characters.
Multi-Cheracter Attacks
Noctis Stabbing Soldier in the Face
Final Fantasy XV will allow players to time their characters to chain together multi-characters attacks. Examples of this system involve using magic to send the enemy flying back and then switching quickly to another character to come in for an attack.
Situational Moves
Gladiolus Protecting Noctis
Situational moves are things like Gladiolus stepping in to protect Noctis or Prompto warping in to shoot a guy in his stead.
Noctis Warping
Noctis can warp around while taking out enemies. Nomura explained that players wont be able to warp freely to every spot on the battle field. However, you will be able to warp to the location where you've placed your sword. You can also throw your sword into the distance, and then warp to it. This is how youll be able to fight vertically on walls.
Monster Climbing
Noctis climbing onto Behemoths horn
Players will be able to climb onto larger enemies in battle, which will allow for tactical riding and attacks on targeted areas of the body.
Eye Change
Noctis Red Eyes
When asked about changing eye and hair color Nomura stated that his eyes and hair change with his emotions as well as different actions in battle.
Each character has their own specialties and attack differently depending on the weapon.
Noctis will be able to have access to a lot of weapons like swords, axes, lances and guns. Some of the different types of guns for example are handguns, machine guns, shot guns, rifles, bazookas and much more. The Final Fantasy XV team is placing a focus on making the motions used on the variety of weapons look different from each other.
Noctis Holding a Large Sword
Noctis Selecting Swords
Noctis is seen selecting from a number of different weapons to defeat the hundreds of enemy soldiers that stand before him. The various weapons in the game will have different methods of attack, and some will even be usable as shields to go along with Noctis crystal power. Weapons will have some sort of customization element. Of course, the main character won't have his full arsenal available to him at the outset of the game.
Two or more weapons can be used by Noctis by going into the menu screen and equipping him with multiple weapons. These will automatically switch out as you fight and give you various combos depending on the weapons you have set up for him.
The other party members will be able to use only certain weapons.
Fire Magic
All characters can use magic, but Noctis must be there as part of the story setting. This power of "light" that Noctis and Stella talk about is different from the power of magic Nomura states.
Leviathan Battle
Summon beasts are in the game and to obtain them they have to be defeated like in Final Fantasy XIII. In the Leviathan battle, the monster will create typhoons during battle and the player will have to jump through destroyed buildings one by one in order to fight. Summons will have a ranking system too. Leviathan is a top-ranked summon due to his large size
Other boss battles will feature grand situations as well.
Magitek Armor
You'll be able to ride Magitek Armor (mechs) and get on other vehicles to fire its weapons as well.
Enemy Job Classes
Female Dragon Knight
Final Fantasy XV will have a job system but not for the characters that the player will control. Enemies will come in classes such as dragon knights and summoners. The Dragon Knight character seen in the 1st PD trailer is an enemy who is part of a special group of people within the enemy army and uses unconventional armor that differs from the army's standard issue.
Developer, Interview and Nomura Twitter Quotes
"Since he prefers depicting friendships over love affairs, the former will play an important role in the game's story. The burden resting on the shoulders of the protagonist and his friends might be very heavy, but nonetheless Nomura also aims to realistically show the positive aspect of their friendship, too."
"I would say misery and worry play a huge part in the story and when the plot was being first considered I spoke with Mr. Kitase and we decided to take an even more sad direction for the story."
-Tetsuya Nomura on Versus XIII Story"People will cry because of the story, they will get involved into it and will be crying for a whole week and on!"
-Yoshinori Kitase Giving His View on Versus XIII Story"Itll be that awful?? Well balance it very well because playing and seeing those unpleasant sad scenes for hours could become a problem for avid players so well work on that."
-Tetsuya Nomura Responding to Kitase's Comments"Latin is a very mysterious language that no one uses on a daily basis anymore. Doesnt matter what kind of word we use in Latin, people all around the world wont be able to understand and yet appreciate it. Thats what we wanted, a sense of equality between the everybody"
-Tetsuya Nomura Explaining Why They're Using Latin in the Game"Somnus, the song is represented by the shut-eye in the games logo, as for more details youll have to wait because Producer Hashimoto does not allow me to talk further."
-Tesuya Nomura Hinting at the Game's Plot"The Crystal is enshrined inside the pillar behind Noctis throne weve showed a little in previous trailers. But, no one knows the content inside this pillar because they dont see it."
-Tetsuya Nomura on the so Talked Crystal"Yes, its one of the most central points in the game."
-Tetsuya Nomura on the Crystal's Role for the Story"There have been many questions regarding fields. It's not a completely open world. It's like the 2D FF games in HD. Although, in terms of looks, it's not a top-down view, it's like the screenshots that have been released. You'll move through the world from that view."
-Tetsuya Nomura Twitter"Yesterday, we had meetings about three sections -- maps, events and battles. For the map section, I checked the problem areas that had been fixed. The staff had gone beyond the requests and and filled them with playful elements. I put in orders for additional areas as well."
- The look of a forest that you can see once you've cleared a narrow mountain path.
- Things that are required when leaving the city by moving on the roofs of buildings.
- The positioning of the bookshelves in shops
- How flags are standing
- How the sea is handled on the world map
- The roads you can see from the air ship
- The length of bridges
Regarding events, Nomura said he can't say too much without providing spoilers. He's checking such things as:
- The look on a character during a short cut in a scene where he or she is leaving.
- Explanation of a fathers feelings during a conversation scene.
- The areas that they want to have connected seamlessly, and the areas that they want to connect via cuts.
- Explanations about the heroines movements.
For both of these areas, Nomura was attempting to convey that the check work goes down to detailed levels.
Regarding battles, Nomura checked up on menu areas yesterday.
"We're doing lots of trial and error on this. When you say Final Fantasy, you think of enemy damage figures flying out and showing player HP. What will we do with these in the action-heavy Versus?"
-Tetsuya Nomura Twitter


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Ps3Fanboy-The lid on Heavy Rain will be blown off this week at Leipzig Games Convention. To get you ready, check out this newly released interview from Gamereactor TV, taken after Sony's secret behind-closed-doors showing at E3 earlier this year. The interview doesn't reveal much: it shows the same screenshots that were leaked a few weeks ago, and all video footage is of the game's very early tech demonstration. It's interesting to see how confident Quantic Dream is about their upcoming project, saying games like Uncharted only managed to get "some" things right. Other than that, they promise that Heavy Rain has "no competitors."
see that there's not many games of it's kind........If so?? Say so.
No matter what it looks different from what anybody else is doing in the Gaming Industry.
uncharted was one of the most advanced games in term of graphics and animations.
no other console game can come close to Uncharted in HDR lighting,Highres textures even in far objects..etc (NO OTHER GAME on 360 and PS3)
I believe in Quantic Dream , and Im sure they have sth Ultra amazing under their sleeves :) ..
That's a pretty bold statement. They have impressed me so far with how far they have taken there engine, now I would like to see wth the game is about.
I'm pretty sure that when they're talking about having "no competitors" they're talking about making a game that provides a more "emotional experience", good story telling, and a strong characterization rather than graphics.
EDIT ADDED: Yeah, they were talking about story telling when relating to Uncharted and having "no competitors". (Starts at around 5:50 minutes in...)
So in other words, having more meaning to the game than just the shooting, driving, jumping, and fighting, which many games out there already provide.
What I loved about Indigo Prophecy/Fahrenheit was the story telling and the emotional aspect (with exception of the last part)... And hopefully Quantic Dream's next game will provide an even better experience.


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More information was released about the Beaufort Marine who died on Sunday night in Hampton County.
Staff Sgt. Jerome H. Carter was stationed at the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. He died at Medical University of South Carolina Hospital in Charleston after a domestic incident.
An investigation into Carter's death is being conducted by the Hampton County Sheriff's Office. Naval Criminal Investigative Services has also been notified about the incident.
Carter served as an aircraft maintenance administration specialist and Naval aviation logistics command management information system application administration analyst with the Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31.
During Carter's 16-year careet with the Marine, he was deployed in support of operations Iraqi Freedom, Southern Watch and Enduring Freedom, all in Kuwait. He was awarded the Marine Corps good conduct medal, Navy and Marine Corps achievement medal, Kosovo campaign medal, Navy meritorious unit commendation, presidential unit citation- Navy and Navy unit commendation.


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Sandra Bullock to host movie screening for Boston cops
The Hollywood actress plays a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent who is sent to work on a case in Boston, Massachusetts alongside a local cop, played by Melissa McCarthy, in the new crime comedy.
Movie bosses have now decided to honour the emergency workers affected by the Boston Marathon bombing last week (ends21Apr13) by hosting a special screening for them in the city.
Bullock tells CNN.com, "It's been an amazing tight knit community before this happened, and it just bonded a community even more. I don't think a screening would ever be enough (or) feel like it's enough to do for them."
Director Paul Feig adds, "The movie is such a love letter to Boston. A lot of our cast are Boston people, either born or raised. So we really would like to support that city. I love that city."
A spokeswoman for 20th Century Fox has confirmed a date has yet to be set for the event, but it will be "a special screening in the town where it was shot".
The Heat features an acting turn by New Kids on the Block singer Joey McIntyre, who crossed the finish line of the Boston Marathon just minutes before two bombs exploded, killing three people and injuring more than 175.
The Heat is due for release in June (13).


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Park Hills held their monthly scramble Tuesday night.
Park Hills held their monthly scramble Tuesday night. The scramble is open to anyone who has the price of a minimal entry fee and has paid greens fees if not a member of Park Hills. The scramble is held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 during league season, and then every Tuesday throughout the fall months until the time change. Teams are assigned, one does not need a team in order to play. Dinner and fellowship following golf at Bogey's Bar and Grill is an added option.
The leader board of this month's scramble is as follows:
1. 31- John Mathes/ Larry Myers/ Mike Koler
2. 32- Frank Meisenheimer/ S. Anderson/ Mike Manderino/ Dan Gillig
3. 32- Bill Skaggs/Tyler Skaggs/ Kyle Farmer/ Jeff Shumway
Also with 32 but losing on the card were Darrell Shumway/ Dillon Ezell/ Brad McDonald/ Robert Smiley.
A fourth 32 was turned in by Randy Henderson/ Neil "The Hack" DePew/ Vince Wilczek/ Rick Reber. Regular readers of Tribune Sports will easily recognize which member of that foursome didn't pull his weight, causing his team to lose on the card.
Park Hills returns to regular league play next Tuesday with the next scramble scheduled for August 20.


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What values and characteristics shape the American identity? In the American Studies minor, you'll examine U.S. culture--past and present.
The American Studies minor draws on insights and methods from the arts, history, literature, and the social sciences. You'll study with faculty from each of these disciplines as you explore both historical and contemporary U.S. identities, cultures, and societies.
All students take an introductory course, Defining America and Americans, and then choose a focus area. Focuses areas range from eras, themes, regions, or populations to problems in American culture. Your minor advisor will help you choose a focus area that suits your unique interests.


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According to CNN Money's David Goldman, "Facebook is spending $42 per WhatsApp user … LinkedIn's (LNKD) share price values that professional social network at $153 per user. Twitter trades at $140 per user, and Facebook is at $123." http://www.tractionco.com/blog/417-the-fail-of-an-empire-fb-buys-whatsapp Continue reading →
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Social Networking Sites: 2012 Revenue Per Employee
Posted on 2013/03/20 by feedwordpress
Apparently, a Facebook user is worth about $5 (in revenue): Company 2012 Reported Revenues Employees Revenue Per Employee Facebook $5,089,000,000 4,619 $1,101,753 Zynga $1,281,267,000 2,916 $439,391 Twitter $350,000,000 900 $388,888 Automattic (WordPress) $45,000,000 150 $300,000 LinkedIn $972,309,000 3,458 $281,176 Groupon $2,330,000,000 10,000 $233,000 LivingSocial $536,000,000 4,500 $119,111 Yelp $137,600,000 1,214 $113,344 Tumblr $13,000,000 151 $86,092 […] Continue reading →
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Kirra - posted on 01/21/2012 ( 302 moms have responded )
My son is in college and he is the oldest one out of my three boys well he goes to the University of Florida and he is an extremely bright kid and I love him dearly. Well we got a call today first from the school that our son was in the ICU after attempting suicide and then after i hung up with them the hospital called to basically say the same thing well my husband and I are going to head up there here shortly we talked to his girlfriend who actually found him and she is so distraught I don't know what to do no one saw it coming he is one of the most happiest kids you will ever meet!!! I don't know what to feel or anything I am not sure how to tell his little brothers!


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– Hulk Hogan hyped tonight's episode of Impact, writing on Twitter, "IMPACT WRESTLING tonight on Spike 8est/7central,Bully is really getting close to the point of no return with me,as GM it's getting tougher"
– Jeff Hardy recently talked about his future with TNA wrestling and if WWE was an option during an interview with 4thandPain.com.
"I'll look at the comments on Instagram and there's all this WWE, TNA talk. I get so tired of hearing that as far as where I should be or whatever. Being here is what's cool to me because we have so much room to grow and get better. And really, I feel needed more here. Like if I did ever go back to WWE, I wouldn't feel as needed. I mean, I would stand out but I would just vanish with the other top guys. Being here is just unique because I'm able to be the complete package of 'The Charismatic Enigma,' like with my music coming out and my artwork. There's just so much potential for me overall being more than just a wrestler here in TNA. And that's why I'm going to remain here."


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LOS ANGELES — The Rockets moved from Sunday's late-night meeting with Dwight Howard to a scheduled Monday sitdown with his one-time AAU teammate, Josh Smith, a person with knowledge of the meeting said.
The sessions are considered related, rather than Smith's being a backup plan if the Rockets fail to land their top target.
After the meeting with Howard, the Rockets' free-agent efforts shifted to adding players who would fit well with him, a person with knowledge of their thinking said.
In addition to Smith, the Rockets expressed interest in free-agent forwards Mike Dunleavy Jr. and Corey Brewer, though Dunleavy later reached agreement with the Bulls.
Howard is interested in the Rockets' immediate and long-term roster plans as he determines if they will be able to build a title contender. The Rockets consider that a good sign because they believe their ability to become a contender is greater than that of the other teams Howard will consider. It also could have sent them looking for more immediate help.
Signing Smith, however, will be considerably more complicated if the Rockets also land Howard. Because signing Howard would fill the Rockets' remaining cap space, they would have to work a sign-and-trade deal with the Hawks to also sign Smith.
Smith earned $13.2 million last season. The Rockets would not seem to have the means to match that without including both center Omer Asik and guard Jeremy Lin (whose combined salaries would count as $16.7 million against the cap) in a sign-and-trade. If Howard is in the fold, the Rockets are more likely to put Asik's salary together with a combination of their next-largest guaranteed contracts (Terrence Jones, Donatas Motiejunas or Royce White), but even that might not be enough to land Smith.
As a contingency if the Rockets do not sign Howard, they would have more than enough cap room for Smith but would not consider themselves a title contender without other significant additions. A person familiar with their plans said if the Rockets do not land Howard, they will likely structure contracts as they did Carlos Delfino's free-agent deal last summer, with team options on the second and third seasons, in order to maintain cap flexibility for next summer.
Howard and Smith were AAU teammates in Atlanta, but Smith has seemed ready to move on. And Howard, despite his meeting with the Hawks on Monday, has never shown a great desire to play in his hometown.
Smith, 27, averaged 17.5 points, 8.4 rebounds and a career-best 4.2 assists per game last season.


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Panto players are bringing a little eastern magic to the Peaks with a production of 'Aladdin'.
The Centenary Players Bradwell Pantomime will be performing the show in Bradwell Memorial Hall at 7.30pm from February 19 to 22, with an extra matinee performance on Saturday, February 22, at 2pm.
Admission is £5 for adults and £4 for children and OAPs and includes coffee. Tickets are available from Bradwell Post Office, The Bread Shop and High Peak Heating.


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At Florida, Ryan Chastain ran 3:51.14 for 1500m to finish 15th out of 41 competitors, while freshman Amanda Twigg set a new PR at 800m with a 2:15.73.
"Ryan's race was unfortunate," head coach Bill Taylor said. "People lie really bad with their entry times in a lot of these big meets. Ryan ended up in a slower heat. Guys that Ryan has beaten badly, who haven't run within seven seconds of Ryan, were in the fast heat.
" Ryan's heat went out way too slow, and stayed slow through the 800m mark. He took the lead at 800m and ran a 4:00 mile pace for the rest of the race, but it was too late. He ran as good a race as was possible. It's just disappointing, because we come down to a meet like this to compete against the fastest. It's too bad when you don't get that chance."
Twigg continues to impress Taylor in her freshman year of competition.
"Amanda did great too," Taylor said. "She barely made it into the meet with her entry time, but finished 16th of 32. So that shows again how badly many lie on their entries. She ran a terrific race though and negative split her 2:15. She's got an incredible future!"
At Austin Peay, Lipscomb posted some great performances with four wins, nine second-place finishes and two third-place finishes.
Brittany Duerk highlighted the meet with a new Lipscomb school record in the women's javelin of 123 feet, breaking the previous mark of 119-3 set by Jessie Strange in 2006. Brittany led a one-two sweep for Lipscomb in the event, with teammate Taylor Mason finishing second in 108-8.
Other event winners included freshman Sara Stephens, who won the 400m by almost 3 seconds (57.78), Adam Austin who jumped a new PR of 6-7 in the men's high jump, and Logan Ray in the triple jump.
Sara Stephens doubled up to finish second in the 200m with a season best and school record 25.37. Other second place finishes included Catherine Beals in the two-mile, Mike Knox with a new PR of 49.77 in the 400m, Ashton Fisher in the 3000m Steeplechase, the men's 4x400m relay, Alex Jerkins in the shot put, Austin Ray in the javelin and Emily Longden in the 1500m. Also of note in the women's 1500m, Shelby Marvel finished fourth in 4:58.79. She is the sixth Lipscomb woman to break 5:00 this year (and Catherine Beals ran 5:00).
"It was a very successful meet at Austin Peay," Taylor said. "We gave a bunch of our athletes the weekend off, yet we had strong performances in every event. We are having a great year across the board. New records are being set in the distances, sprints, jumps, throws. It's great and we are a very young team.
"I'm proud of the way our athletes competed at both meets. I'm so happy for Mike (Knox) breaking 50! He's been after that for two years and this race should unlock a whole new level of performance for him. "
Duerk has made a smooth transition from the basketball team to the track and field team.
"Brittany has fit in immediately with our team." Taylor said. "It's great to see that javelin record pushed out there. She is a terrific athlete, so it will be fun to see how far she throws the javelin, and with Taylor Mason right there too. The javelin is a great event for us!
"Alex is so consistent in the shot now. He has established himself at a whole new level."
Sara Stephens and Catherine Beals have put together strong bodies of work this season.
"Sara is showing she can run from any lane, from the front or the back in any 400m or 800m race," Taylor said. "That has to give her tons of confidence as we move to the final six weeks of the season.
"Catherine had a nice breakthrough this weekend. And we have six women under five minutes for 1500m, and three under 4:50. This is significant because my first year at Lipscomb we didn't have a single woman break 5:00 in the open 1500m. My second year (last year), we had five women break five, but none below 4:53. Each year we get dramatically better. We will have more under five this year, and next year will be even better!"
Next Up for Lipscomb: Tennessee State University Boston-Moon Invite, April 10, 2010
Lipscomb Results:
Florida Relays:
Ryan Chastain 1500m 3:51.14
Amanda Twigg 800m 2:15.73
Austin Peay:
200m: Sara Stephens 2nd 25.37, Valerie Winkler 10th 27.86
400m: Sara Stephens 1st 57.78, Valerie Winkler 8th 1:03.58
1500m: Emily Longden 2nd 4:52.59, Shelby Marvel 4th 4:58.79, Catherine Beals 5th 5:00.49, Louisa Van Batavia 6th 5:03.55, Ashley Lehman 7th 5:05.92, Shannon Shoemake 11th 5:20.78
2-Mile: Catherine Beals 2nd 11:41.56, Louisa Van Batavia 5th 11:59.02
Shot Put: Taylor Mason 7th 10.20m, Brittany Duerk 12th 9.44m, Jessi Marshall 13th 8.92m, Caitlin Anderson 14th 6.65m
Discus: Taylor Mason 8th 27.98m, Brittany Duerk 11th 25.99m, Jessi Marshall 13th 22.26m
Hammer: Jessi Marshall 6th 27.68m
Javelin: Brittany Duerk 1st 37.51m, Taylor Mason 2nd 33.12m, Jessi Marshall 10th 20.43m
100m: Xavier Conley 7th 11.38
400m: Mike Knox 2nd 49.77
800m: Ashton Fisher 7th 2:00.64, Jonathan Williams 8th 2:00.98, Steven Mason 10th 2:03.55, Paul Wright 11th 2:04.10 1500m: Jeff Hoover 6th 4:12.48, Paul Wright 7th 4:13.67
2-Mile: Tim Muller 9th 9:59.92
400m Hurdles: Logan Ray 3rd 1:00.58
3000m Steeplechase: Ashton Fisher 2nd 9:58.34, Jonathan Williams 3rd 10:02.74, Ben Wright 4th 10:15.21 4x400m Relay: Mike Knox, Logan Ray, Steven Mason, Xavier Conley 2nd 3:25.88
High Jump: Adam Austin 1st 2.00m
Long Jump: Xavier Conley 3rd 6.59m
Triple Jump: Logan Ray 1st 13.23m
Shot Put: Alex Jerkins 2nd 14.94m
Hammer: Alex Jerkins 8th 33.97m
Javelin: Austin Ray 2nd 46.57m, Alex Jerkins 8th 40.59m


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Friday, March 29, 2013 - Lukas and Milos RAW - FEET - FULL CONTACT
Lukas and Milos RAW - FEET - FULL CONTACT
The hot and sexy, ever popular Lukas Pribyl is back with another hot duo. This time he is paired with the studly Milos Zambo. This one is especially good for our foot fans. The guys are on the bed, laying facing each other with Milos' feet rubbing over Lukas undies. His feet are very adept and work under the trunks as they play. Lukas uses his feet to rub up and down on Milos' hairy legs, and then onto his shorts as well. With Lukas pulling his undies tight around his cock and balls Milos rubs his feet on them. Then he uses his feet to pull the undies off, releasing Lukas' hard cock. Now his feet can get to feel that big hard cock, they rub over it as Lukas uses his feet to rid Milos of his undies too. His cock is also rock hard and Lukas quickly starts rubbing a foot over it and all over the big balls. With Milos feet both on that hard cock Lukas holds them in place and wanks himself with them. The guys move closer together so that their feet reach each others faces. They sniff and lick those feet. Lukas wanks himself as he sucks on Milos' toes. Milos does the same as they get really turned on. Moving even closer allows Milos to suck on Lukas toes while his buddy sucks his cock. The Milos returns the favor. Sucking feet and cocks they take turns doing each. Milos then gets onto his knees, with his ass on display and Lukas' uses a foot to play with that tight hole. His big toe fucks that hot ass until it is nice and open. Then he climbs on and slides his throbbing dick deep into Milos hole and fucks it nice and deep. Moving Milos into missionary position he continues to fuck that hot ass, and suck on the toes as well. He really works that hole nice and hard as Milos wanks himself and shoots a big creamy load all over his belly. Lukas needs to cum too and shoots his cream over Milos foot. Then Milos rubs his cum covered foot all over Lukas chest. Lukas sucks on the toes again and them lays down next to Milos, ending the scene with a kiss.
... more about Lukas and Milos RAW - FEET - FULL CONTACT further in this newsletter
Our Coming Soon Set Preview
Robert Maja came in for a Czech Up with Doctor Ivan Lavrov and Sister Adam Vavra. Ivan and Adam are working in the medical centre as they wait for their patient. Adam goes to the waiting room and brings Robert in. It seems that he has injured his arm, so Ivan examines it carefully and decides to clean it with some spirit. Then he tells Robert that he must undergo a full examination. Robert strips of and puts on a medical gown. He sits on the examination chair and Ivan begins to check him over. Lifting the gown Robert's chest is checked and then Ivan decides he needs to take his temperature. In his own special way he decides that Robert's cock will be used to check. He inserts the thermometer and all seems ok. But a further check is needed, this time from his ass. As the doctor inserts the thermometer again Adam is wanking on Robert's cock, which swells to a very good size. Adam takes advantage of that big hard cock by wrapping his mouth around the head and sucking. As he sucks Ivan kisses over Robert's body. Then he takes a turn sucking on Ivan's rock hard cock. Then both Ivan and Adam takes turns sucking, with a finger slipping into Robert's hot ass as well. Meanwhile Robert gets naked and presents his cock to Robert, which he eagerly takes in his mouth to suck. When Ivan has sucked enough he also gets naked and moves up so that Robert can suck him. Robert now has two cocks which he sucks in turn. Then Adam moves down and slips his massive cock into Robert's ass, fucking him nice and deep. He really works that hole as Robert wanks himself and continues to suck on Ivan's cock. Adam then changes place with Ivan and he fucks Robert as well, his big, fat cock stretching that hole. Robert wants a turn at fucking too and he moves so that Ivan can get on the chair and take his cock. As he is fucked he sucks on Adam's cock. Then when Robert has fucked him for long enough he pulls out and Ivan turns over and wanks himself to a lovely cumshot as a very nice finale.
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Finally, we're having a heat wave in Prague. Right now outside it's 3º or 39º F. That's much better than the figures with a minus in front we've been having for over a week. Tomorrow, another heat wave with a predicted high of 6º before the temperature heads south on Sunday. We'll enjoy it while we can.
This month marks three years since the passing of Mr. Buddy. Still, about three of four times a year, an old lady will stop me on the street asking where the other dog is. I always point towards heaven, and they understand. On Monday, April Fools' Day, Ms. Aida will mark her eighth year. She's still acting like a young girl. The new Jack Daniels Terrier, Jackie, keeps Aida young. She bites Aida in the same places where Aida used to always bite Buddy. Buddy used to yelp from pain. Aida, not. But it's not from lack of trying on Jackie's part. Right now, I'm teaching Jackie to skate board. Slowly, slowly. She quickly learned to jump up and ride around on my shoulder like a monkey. That's a very difficult trick to teach. But I can't teach her to shake hands. It's a funny old world. When we master the skateboard, there will be a video demonstration.
Meanwhile, enjoy your Easter. I can assure you Easter is a much bigger deal in the Czech Republic than the USA. It should be, it's one of the two times a year when Czechs go to church.
Lukas Pribyl and Milos Zambo in a lovely, foot focused shoot lead us off today. They are followed by Adam Rupert in a very good Helping Hand video. The handsome Vasek Konik's stills shoot is next and we also have Scene 5 of our remastered Kick Club movie.
Three castings today, with Krystof Slimak, Adam Vavro and Dalin Klacek. That is three fine looking guys. My choice for today is Adam Vavro.
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I sometimes watch too much television.
I sometimes watch too much television. I know that a lot of people think watching television is a waste of time but what can I say – I do it anyway. I particularly like some of the reality shows and by that I mean the ones that aren't blatantly staged and fake. The other night I just happened to catch one that intrigued me – it was called Naked Castaway.
The premise behind the show is that a trained survival expert is dropped off on a deserted island in the South Pacific with absolutely no supplies (even clothes) and has to survive for 60 days alone and without assistance. No reward challenges on this show. Now he does have an emergency medical kit and a satellite phone if he absolutely has to get off the island but other than those two things he is on his own. He has cameras that he uses to document his activities and his thoughts as he faces isolation and a real fight for survival.
I guess what really caught my interest with this show is that it truly is a test of survival. We read stories about people lost on a deserted island but now we can actually see what that might be like. I've only seen the first of the four episodes but already certain things have jumped out to me.
First off, this man is interested in only one thing – survival. He has to worry about getting enough food and water to sustain his energy and then make sure he has shelter and clothing. It absolutely takes us back to what it was like for our ancestors before any type of modern convenience was ever invented. His days consist of looking for food and finding a source of drinkable fluid (either water or coconuts) and worrying about whether or not he would find enough of both. In between he has to think about that shelter thing that I just mentioned. Even the other reality show survivalists quickly realize that shelter is vital to survival.
The second observation that quickly came to my mind is that this guy isn't worried about all the things that seem to consume our thoughts and energy on any given day. He doesn't worry about office politics or whether or not he can afford the latest gizmo. His only concern is survival and he has no problem with setting his priorities because if he doesn't understand what is most important then he won't survive.
The third thing that I picked up on is that the isolationism of being alone started to work on him after only a few days on the island. All of us from time to time want to be just left alone but most of us then start to crave human interaction. The ability to share with other people and to know that we aren't going it by ourselves is almost as important as the food, water and shelter.
Now obviously I wouldn't want to live like this guy, but I do think that we need to be repeatedly reminded of what is most important in life. And, when I say we I definitely include me in that. I am absolutely guilty of often times focusing on the urgent rather than the important things in life and sometimes I just don't know how to fix it. I am constantly running from meeting to meeting and place to place. Many times it seems that the rats win the race.
I have shared with many of you what it was like in West Africa and the impression that the experience has had on me. I can say that by and large the people had very little in the way of material possessions but they seemed happier with that little than many of us do with our abundance.
While I can say that I am a different person since returning from Africa, I can also say that I struggle daily to keep the right perspective in my life. I don't think the answer is to go live on a deserted island but I do think that all of us need to remember that as Americans we are spoiled beyond belief by the abundance that we enjoy and take for granted.
So the next time your blood pressure starts to rise because of some inconvenience that you have experienced think about what it would be like if you didn't have that inconvenience to be upset over. Doing that will most likely cause you to pause and maybe, just maybe, put things into a better perspective. Trust me, I'm going to do it myself and I hope it helps me.


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Basics are the name of the game here — think classic, figure-flattering dresses with modern tweaks, a serious cache of leather jackets, and some of the best looking boots we've seen in ages. Prices generally range from $25 to $500, and while items are a little more expensive here than they are at Zara, we're flat-out obsessed with most of what we've spotted. Ahead, six insanely smart buys you'll want to scoop at Friday's grand opening celebration — if you can get to 'em before we do.


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Thank you for your letter of 11 March, and for the 4 volumes you kindly enclosed: "Islam Denounces Terrorism", "The Evolution Deceit", "Matter: The Other Name for Illusion", and "The Miracles of Qu"ran", all by Harun Yahya.
It was kind of you to send them to me and I look forward to reading them. I agree with you that dialogue is more important than ever, and a greater understanding of other religions and civilizations can bring great benefits.


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Carrick on Shannon in county Leitrim is preparing itself for a tourism boost of approximately €8m during 2013 as in excess of 26,000 additional visitors are expected to celebrate and take part in a major landmark in the town's history, as 2013 marks the 400th anniversary since King James 1st granted the town charter.
Visitor numbers are expected to almost double to 53,000 during 2013, resulting in an expected tourism revenue of €16m for the year.
To celebrate the historic anniversary a year-long festival programme of events was officially opened today by President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins in Carrick on Shannon. President Higgins was joined by a host of choirs, dancers and local dignitaries for the opening event which culminated in a lantern and fireworks display on the banks of the river Shannon.
Speaking President Michael D. Higgins said, "Here in twenty first century Carrick on Shannon, we have a striking example of what can be achieved when we combine the richest moments from our past with the wonderful possibilities offered by the present moment; when we are capable of constantly reimagining, re-crafting and discerning new visions while retaining all that was best about our shared history. It is inspiring to see how - throughout these lovely streets - a quiet wisdom merges with a vigorous energy, creating a seamless intertwining of the past and present, each playing their part in creating a distinct place rich with unique characteristics; a town proud of its past but also sufficiently confident to engage with the complexities of modern life."
In tandem with 'The Gathering' initiative Carrick on Shannon natives from all over the globe are being encouraged to return to the town along with tourists from within and outside of Ireland to join in the celebrations. Leitrim is home to 30,000 people with Carrick on Shannon at its heart, but its reach is well beyond that with a Diaspora estimated at over 4 million across the globe. A dedicated website www.carrickonshannon400.ie is available providing the latest information on news and events taking place through the 2013 celebrations.
The 400th anniversary celebrations will begin in February 2013 when Carrick on Shannon Rowing Club, the oldest rowing club in Ireland (177 years old in 2013) hosts the 'Head of the Shannon' on the 23rd February which will see rowers from across Ireland compete.
Other events include:
The Millennium Choir Performances (March)
John McGahern Summer School (May)
Carrick on Shannon Carnival 400 (June)
Carrick Water Music Festival (June)
Connaught Fleadh (July)
Shannon Boat Rally (July)
Literary Heritage Week (September)
Leitrim Roots Festival (September)
National Hot Air Balloon Championship (September)
Sessions on the Shannon (October)
Carrick on Shannon 400 Closing Ceremony (November)
Outlining the importance of the Carrick on Shannon 400 celebrations to the people of the town and of county Leitrim, Jackie Maguire County Manager, Leitrim County Council said "This really is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the people and the town of Carrick on Shannon. The 400 Anniversary celebrations are a great opportunity to showcase Carrick on Shannon and all its wonderful attributes to a worldwide audience. We hope to welcome an additional 26,000 visitors from near and far to the town during 2013 which will provide a very significant economic boost to the region. I would encourage anyone considering visiting Ireland or taking a holiday at home this year to think of Carrick on Shannon, visit our website and let us treat you to a traditional Leitrim welcome!"
Speaking about the dramatic change and development in Carrick on Shannon, Sinead McDermott, Leitrim Tourism said, "The marina capital of Ireland, Carrick on Shannon boasts an impressive array of tourist facilities focused around the river Shannon. Over the last ten years tourism, business and community groups have worked together to redevelop the town so that the river Shannon is now the centre point of Carrick on Shannon's Tourism offering."
McDermott expanded, "Putting in a national and international tourism context, Carrick on Shannon is rapidly establishing itself as one of the most progressive and fastest growing inland resorts in Ireland. The quality and capacity of visitor accommodation stock has more than doubled in the past number of years while there has been a significant addition to the range in visitor attractions and activities with many additional all weather and family options. Quite simply there have never been as many people coming to Carrick on Shannon."
Carrick on Shannon 400 is a Leitrim County Council initiative supported by Leitrim Tourism, Carrick on Shannon Chamber and the local community.
For further information on Carrick on Shannon 400 checkout: www.carrickonshannon400.ie.


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When I grew up, I didn't know anyone who homeschooled. But since 1999 homeschooling has grown 75%. Part of that is because homeschooling only became legal in all 50 states in 1993. Current stats say that 4% of Americans homeschool their children.
I don't. But, I have thought about it. Because it's different now.
It's not just earth-mamas and religious conservatives who are homeschooling. Homeschooling is appealing to families for a variety of other reasons --including the the public school's learning environment and the belief that it's a better education.
While critics of homeschooling, including the NEA, want to see better standards and regulation, it's still growing and becoming accepted. In fact, more school districts are offering homeschoolers options to take part in after school activities or to do one day a week in a classroom environment.
In years past, a homeschool education was considered weak. Not so anymore. Education News reports that, "those who are independently educated typically score between 65th and 89th percentile on such exams, while those attending traditional schools average on the 50th percentile." The article adds that home-schooled children don't have any achievement gaps between gender, income, or ethnicity.
Not only that, popular blogger of the Brazen Careerist, Penelope Trunk, thinks that the homeschooling graduates will change the work force, being more self-directed than their peers.
Unlike in my childhood, now I know many homeschoolers. You probably do, too.
Blogger and writer, Patricia Zaballos, homeschools. She writes, "I think my main goal in homeschooling has been to raise kids who know what their talents are, and where their passions lie." But it's more than that. She shares a story about her son who, after studying the Greeks, decided to invent a country and a language near ancient Greece. "I could never have dreamed up such a project for him. But watching him sketching his map, and drawing his new mythological creatures, I was struck with what a rich project it is. Sure it's a fantastical imagining for T, but he's also basing his creations on his historical knowledge of the Greeks and their times. He's researching and applying. He's drawing on what he knows and making it into something new. . . That's why we homeschool."
Wow. What she wrote is exactly why I keep home-schooling as an option. If . . .
What would make you decide to homeschool? Or do you already?


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The state is beginning to see results from a new initiative to train workers for jobs in advanced manufacturing, in which technology, knowledge and skill are combined to make goods that can be produced competitively in a high-cost place like New Jersey.
Since she was named a year ago to head the ManufactureNJ Talent Network, Meredith Aronson has been facilitating partnerships between New Jersey manufacturers that need workers, and the high schools and community colleges that want to develop or expand training programs to supply the skilled worker pipeline for the high-tech manufacturing world.
Based at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, in Newark, ManufactureNJ is an initiative of the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development, which has identified advanced manufacturing as a promising source of new jobs. Jeff Stoller, assistant commissioner for labor planning and analysis at the state labor department, said, "The transformation is well under way from heavy manufacturing to advanced production that employs new technology and modern production methods." He said during the past year, Aronson "has done a good job of putting the spotlight on the importance of manufacturing, and the need to understand what jobs we will need five to seven years out, and which ones we need to fill today."
Manufacturing "still has a stigma that it's a dirty-hands job, but it really isn't anymore — advanced manufacturing is about computers and technology," said Matt King, chair of the industrial and design technologies department at Bergen Community College.
The challenge is getting the message to young people that there are good, well-paying jobs in manufacturing, right here in New Jersey, said King. In 2008, King began leading the revamping of BCC's manufacturing technology curriculum. He said Aronson encouraged the school to begin this fall to start preparing students for accreditation by the National Institute of Metalworking Skills, which will make them more competitive on the job market. BCC graduates about 10 students a year from its manufacturing program, and King wants to raise that to 15 or 20. BCC can't satisfy the demand from industry; King is working with Aronson to start a program at BCC to train the unemployed for jobs in advanced manufacturing.
Aronson pointed out that "New Jersey has a profound and powerful manufacturing history — Lucent, RCA, Johnson & Johnson — the roots of so many industries are here." While most of the big factories are gone, more than 10,000 manufacturers remain, many of them small companies that struggle to find the skilled workers they need.
"What happened in the manufacturing contraction of the last 30 years is we lost the programs to develop a skilled work force with critical skills," Aronson said. Her mission is to work with community colleges and vocational schools "to reconstruct these programs for the next generation."
Aronson worked with Passaic County Technical Institute to develop a training course funded by the state labor department that last summer taught 15 unemployed people entry-level skills for jobs working with CNC, or computer numerical control manufacturing equipment.
One of the graduates, who had been out of work, was hired by Richard Bing, president of B&M Machine Co., in Belleville, which uses both CNC and manual machine tools to make components for a wide range of industries, including water purification and automotive.
Bing said he has been listening for years to talk about the need to train manufacturing workers. He said he was impressed that Aronson "was able to actually put this together, and used (training) facilities that would have been idle over the summer." Bing said he has 11 CNC machines, and half a dozen manual machine tools. He is planning to acquire another CNC machine and will have another job to fill. Looking to the future, Bing said he will need a pipeline of new workers: the average age of his 18-person staff is about 50.
The talent network is looking to focus attention on opportunities in manufacturing when it convenes its first "ManufactureNJ Week" during the week of Oct. 22. It will feature tours of plants and training programs, and discussions of how to expand the state's manufacturing work force.
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"On his head were many crowns." Revelation 19:12
Suggested Further Reading: Revelation 4
All the mighty doers in Christ's church ascribe their crown to him. What a glorious crown is that which Elijah will wear—the man who went to Ahab, and when Ahab said, "Hast thou found me, O mine enemy?" reproved him to his very face—the man who took the prophets of Baal, and let not one of them escape, but hewed them in pieces and made them a sacrifice to God. What a crown will he wear who ascended into heaven in a chariot of fire! What a crown, again, belongs to Daniel, saved from the lion's den—Daniel, the earnest prophet of God. What a crown will be that which shall glitter on the head of the weeping Jeremiah, and the eloquent Isaiah! What crowns are those which shall cover the heads of the apostles! What a weighty diadem is that which Paul shall receive for his many years of service! And then, my friends, how shall the crown of Luther glitter, and the crown of Calvin; and what a noble diadem shall that be which Whitefield shall wear, and all those men who have so valiantly served God, and who by his might have put to flight the armies of the Aliens, and have maintained the gospel banner erect in troubled times! No, but let me point to you a scene. Elijah enters heaven, and where goes he with that crown which is instantly put upon his head? See, he flies to the throne, and stooping there, he uncrowns himself, "Not unto me, not unto me, but unto thy name be all the glory!" See the prophets as they stream in one by one; without exception, they put their crowns upon the head of Christ. And mark the apostles, and all the mighty teachers of the church: they all bow there and cast their crowns at his feet, who, by his grace, enabled them to win them.
For meditation: Will you receive any of the crowns mentioned in the New Testament?—The crown of rejoicing—for faithful evangelism out of love for the lost. The crown of righteousness—for faithful expectation out of love for the Lord's presence. The crown of resurrection life—for faithful endurance out of love for the Lord's person. The crown of renown—for faithful examples out of love for the Lord's people (1 Thessalonians 2:19; 2 Timothy 4:8; James 1:12; 1 Peter 5:2-4).
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30 October (1859)