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Title: The Crazy Adventures of Wu Gate
Chapter: 26.3 of 87
When she drowsily woke up, she suddenly felt that her blanket was moving. When she opened her eyes, she saw a black shadow quietly floating near her bed.
She shouted, "Where did this demon come from?!" Then she turned over and pushed the black shadow away, "Evil sprit retreat and scatter! Great Vajra Palm! Ma mi ma mi hong!"
* (T/N: Great Vajra Palm is a type of Shaolin Sect's palm style attack skill. Ma mi ma mi hong is the beginning line of a standard prayer to Buddha.)
Unexpectedly, the black shadow retreated half a step back from the bed. The black shadow even started to tremble without stopping as if it was doing its best to resist doing something.
Qing Qiao quickly hid herself in innermost part of the bed. Then, she firmly pulled the blanket to wrap around herself until only a pair of round eyes was left outside to look around.
The entire set of actions was quickly and smoothly done without any hesitation. It really made a person want to sigh in admiration.
"Are you... a person or a ghost? I'm... I'm warning you. Don't kill me!" Qing Qiao stared at the black shadow. While she trembled, she still threatened it with power, "... I won't hide the truth from you. There's someone above me!"
The black shadow shook for a long time before it finally stopped moving. It quietly stood in place as the moonlight revealed a bright row of white teeth. "… Little Qiao, when did you learn Great Vajra Palm?"
Qing Qiao's face collapsed. She looked like she was about to cry. "Hero, please spare me! This subordinate still needs to sleep!"
Neither quickly nor impatiently, the black shadow lit a lamp before leisurely sitting down at the nearby table. He was smiling as he observed her carefully. "Come here. Tell older brother, who's above you?"
"Lu Zi Zheng!" Qing Qiao gritted her teeth, pursed her lips, and prepared to have a falling out, "This old mother didn't even eat enough at dinner. Now, you won't even let me have a peaceful night of sleep?!"
Lu Zi Zheng narrowed his peach blossom eyes before knocking on the table. "I knew you would be gluttonous. Come out to see what older brother has brought you."
Qing Qiao curiously extended her head to look. She couldn't help screaming in excitement, "Aiya! Glutinous rice dumplings!"
"And they're even filled with meat." Lu Zi Zheng glanced at her. Looking rather proud, he said, "They just came out of the pan and they're still hot. Do you want them?"
(T/N: Below is a picture of a meat-filled glutinous rice ball.)
"I want!" Qing Qiao hurriedly nodded. Then, she stared at him with an incomparably affectionate and nauseating expression. "Zi Zheng, you're really my... good friend*!"
"Friend?" Lu Zi Zheng looked at her harshly and unreasonably for a moment before smiling speciously at her. "If you really think of me as a friend, how much do you trust my words?"
* (T/N: Qing Qiao and Lu Zh Zheng actually says xiong di, which means brother, but it's a word that only guys say to other guys. It's doesn't have the same connotation as the gege (older brother) that Lu Zi Zheng uses. I thought about using bro instead of friend, but that was too modern.)
"This... I'll believe three out five sentences at least..." Qing Qiao wiped away her sweat. Her gaze was oddly erratic.
"Three sentences?" Lu Zi Zheng raised an eyebrow and sneered, "You treat your "friend" surpassingly well."
Qing Qiao hurriedly lowered her head and acted bashful, "If you want to hear lies, I'm willing to change three to five..."
The temperature in the room suddenly dropped to negative Celsius degrees. In the silent room, they heard a black crow slowly flying by while cackling.
After looking at her for a long time, Lu Zi Zheng quietly said, "... Open your mouth."
Qing Qiao timidly raised her head. She bit her lower lip and pitifully looked at him.
"I want you to open your mouth!" He was slightly impatient.
"Don't! Won't it be okay if I change three to six? How about I change it to eight?" Scared, Qing Qiao's small face was so crumpled that it looked as if she was going to start crying. "Don't feed me poison. Even though my background supporter is formidable, it doesn't include a miraculous godly doctor that can cure poison at the moment..."
Lu Zi Zheng didn't listen to her words. He turned around and brought a spoon filled with something towards her mouth.
"Eat." He concisely ordered.
Eh?! Stunned, Qing Qiao looked at the plump white substance in front of her. It was a glutinous rice ball. She felt as if there was a small stream in her brain that was boldly babbling and flowing out. She hadn't felt this way for a long time.
"... Are ... Are you feeling feverish?" She discreetly asked, "Did you take medicine?"
Lu Zi Zheng didn't feeling like answering her. In one motion, he stuffed the glutinous rice ball into her mouth,
He said another command, "Chew."
One must surrender to tyrannical abuse. Qing Qiao closed her mouth and mechanically chewed. As she chewed, her eyes widened until they became as big as copper bells.
She ate one glutinous rice ball, then another one, and another one after that.
The demonic Lu Zi Zheng sat by her bed and "fed" her a total of ten glutinous rice balls.
After feeding her the last one, the demon finally remembered to show concern about her reaction and asked, "Do they taste good?
Qing Qiao shook her head, then she nodded. Her head was completely blank. She completely didn't understand what had just happened.
"You don't have to be so nervous." Lu Zi Zheng warmly smiled. He patted her shoulder and comfortingly said, "I just suddenly wanted to experience the feeling of serving someone."
Ah, so it was like that?
With her cheeks still full of glutinous rice, Qing Qiao started the most inarticulate interview in all of history. "Then, how do you currently feel?"
Lu Zi Zheng raised his chin and looked at the distant moon through the window. He thoughtfully said, ""I feel... There are some things in life... It's not too bad to occasionally experience doing them."
(T/N: Poor Zi Zheng. Suffering from two shocks in one night.)

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Monday, November 30, 2009
ME x SMITTY FEAT. AG LYON [MY BROTHER] PROD. BY MIAMI BEAT WAVE
Download "My Brother": HERE
"This song is dedicated to the fight for peace in the communities strongly affected by gang violence, racism, school shootings, etc. It is my hopes that myself [GhostWridah] along with Smitty of Interscope Records and Miami Beat Wave (Producer's of the song) can play (at least) a small role in creating awareness of this ongoing problem. I created records like dying to survive, and my brother to not fall out out line with music that promotes murder, and negativity to show that good music can be made without compromising our communities and youth.
They follow us [hip-hop artist] and look up to us. We have a responsibility to the youth of tomorrow and we have thee absolute largest outlet in America, music. I, by no means am innocent in this matter. Before growing into the person God allowed me to be, which is myself I once made music that provided negative images of my culture because I felt that was the necessary criteria for a rap artist. Now I understand fully and
here is the proof. Ladies and gentlemen, My brother." - GhostWridah
This is the lead single off of Miami Beat waves [The Launch] Compilation... Which features Rick Ross, Dynas and more.
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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
UNDERCOVER x Last Orgy 2 x NOWHERE x A Bathing Ape Skullsta
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New Sade Album | Soldier Of Love (Feb 8 2010)
Wow I'm super exited about this album!!! Sade is 50 years old and still touring, recording and shocking the world. This is only her 6th studio album. I pray to have this type of longevity throughout the course of my career.
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Sooo Dope!!!! History of the Air Jordan 1 to 2009 – Red/White Collection
I'm going crazy inside at the thought of having this in my home! ONE DAY SOON PEOPLE... ONE DAY SOON! (Via: Sneakernews)
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Dope Ass Photograph of...
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Billionaire Boys Club Hunting Crewneck Sweatshirt
The right scarf and kicks with this and you got yourself a good evening. (Via: BBCicecream)
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Mishka Holiday 2009 Collection Lookbook
This is my favorite look page from this lookbook. All three outfits are dope! (Via: Mishka)
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Monday, November 23, 2009
Create Your Adicolor
Super Dope Adidas ad campaign!
(Via: Fubiz)
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A Bathing Ape "Black Friday" Full-Zip Shark Hoodie
Dope Ass hoodie... All Black Everything!
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Supreme x Vans 106
Later this week, Supreme and Vans will release their latest collaboration based on the 106 model. With a total of four shoes, two styles are seen in camouflage while two others are seen in suede. Each style also includes leather lining and insoles. The shoes release in-store and online on November 27th with a Japanese release slated for November 28th. (Via: Hypebeast)
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Brooklyn Circus Holiday 2009 Varsity Jackets
I'm really into varsity jackets and these Brooklyn Circus Jackets are meeaann! The orange is my favorite of the two but I wouldn't mind them both. I'd crush the black jacket with my purple sb blazers (below)
Via: TheBkCircus
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Re post: Nike Terminator High Supreme sneakers
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Monday, November 16, 2009
The hardest thing to learn in life is which bridge to cross and which to burn. ~David Russell
Figure this out before you deal with ANYONE. It will definitely save you the trouble of BAD EXPERIENCE.
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WOW!!! Nike Challenge Court Varsity Jacket
This jacket is super hard!!! it's 450.00 but that's a price well worth it!
Via: Nike
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Mint-delicious Air Jordan Spiz'ike (Womens)
I don't give a damn if they're for ladies. This colorway is incredible!!! Guess the wife will be enjoying a pair of these since they won't be making them in mens sizes. Damn this sneaker made my day!
Via: Sneakernews
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Bape NY/LA Shop Color Tiger Hoodie
Dropping this week In NYC & LA. I need one of these. Dopetastic!
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Leica M7 Hermès Edition
Leica has today announced a very special limited edition of its classic 35mm rangefinder system camera: the Leica M7 Edition Hermès. As the successor to the Leica MP Edition Hermès launched in 2003, this is the second series of cameras created in co-operation with Hermès, the Paris-based company renowned throughout the world for its exclusive products. The Leica M7 Edition Hermès will be available in the UK from December 2009 and is priced at an impressive 8500 Pounds.
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Sunday, November 15, 2009
Summer J.A.E. brings the walls down in smash (NYC) at her J.U.S.T. M.E. Gospel Showcase
Summer J.A.E. is an exceptional artist so I wasn't surprising to hear that she stunned the crowd with her amazing voice. I wasn't able to attend but after seeing the video it made me even more sorry that I didn't. Here's a clip of her amazing performance. I am very proud to say she's my wife. Great job queen!
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Friday, November 13, 2009
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Raf Simons Neoprene Leather Sneakers
The Raf Simons brand has a variety of sneaker styles with designs ranging from subtle to loud & dramatic. Anyone who has decent shoe collection knows that the most valuable pair of shoes are those that have a versatile design because they are more reliable and they can be worn frequently. At no expense to elegance, the Raf Simons Neoprene Leather sneakers ($785) fit the bill when it comes to versatile shoes. These sneakers feature neoprene (synthetic rubber), fine leather, a top strap, and a nice color scheme allowing flexibility.
These are Incredible. Wow!
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Air Jordan VI (6) Retro – White x Black
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Billionaire Boys Club Black 'So Ambitious' Blueprint 3 T-Shirt
Damn I love these Tee's! This record is one of my favorites on the Blueprint 3 album because of it's message. "The motivation for me, Was them telling me what I could not be.. Oh well" "Fuck yall!"
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Puma x Kidrobot "Munny" Charity Project
Puma and Kidrobot have worked together with the Design Association NPO on the "Munny" Charity Project. Working with the Green and Africa theme and having in mind the 2010 soccer worldcup in South Africa, Puma and Kidrobot invited 40 artists and architects to work on their Munny toy. The final toys will be shown at the Tokyo Design Week and there will of course also be a charity auction held. The outcome is very impressive and certainly among the most creative in terms of toy customization we have seen to date.
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Casio x Mackdaddy "Mack Boyz Watch"
"Casio worked with Japanese brand Mackdaddy on a digital watch. The Mack Boyz Watch comes in a green/purple colorway with red accents on the buttons. Mackdaddy is written on th strap and their logo has been placed on the display in the form of a backlight. The watch will be released on November 20th."
This is a dope watch. More like a spring watch if you ask me. Wouldn't do this for the winter. Crazy though.
Via: HighSnobiety
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(Original Post) $325.00 to complete all you Tiki God and Goddesses' "lounges" and "pads." I'm sorry, I just cannot like rattan, wicker, or tiki style. It's the basis for all things kitschy and tacky, in my opinion.
I might have extra reason to hate the "bamboo eye torture," though. My dad was born and raised in Hawaii and loved putting knick-knacks and schlock that reminded him of "da islands" around our house. A hollowed-out musical gourd sitting next to my embarrassing childhood photos. SHUDDEERR. Of course – no disrespect to my Dad's heritage and culture, but everyone secretly hates their parent's decor choices, right? We even had one entire wall in our living room covered in this thin woven grass material. How can you even buy that? The whole wall! Floor to ceiling! It got water damage and the cat used the wicker wall as a scratching post – she'd disappear behind a soji screen and you'd hear her clawing at it until someone would throw a well-guided shoe or household slipper behind the screen and she'd run out of the room. Ugh, it just all brings back so many bad design memories.
Rattan makes me think of Elvis Presley. Who in my mind is – sure – The King, but the King of clutter and bad baste. During the middle of the century's infatuation with tropical paradises and dreams of sand between their toes, they adopted this terrible idea that their home in an American suburb could echo the far off island flavor. I blame those dreams for this:
Ok, so this is better:
Good lines, nice wood – but.. still just too beachy keen for me.


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It's a well known saying that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It's where families spend a lot of their time together, and where friends usually congregate. The economic downturn over the past few years has seen more people entertaining at home rather than going out, and this, combined with an increasing number of chefs becoming celebrities in their own right through inspirational cooking programs, has triggered a nation of chef 'wannabes'; people wanting to raise their skills to create culinary masterpieces akin to the likes of Gordon Ramsay and Tom Kerridge.
It's no wonder therefore that there's a demand for appliances to up their game. The high-end functionality found in professional appliances used by chefs in commercial kitchens is now being incorporated into domestic appliances, so that storing, preparing and cooking techniques can be emulated at home.
Arguably, the fridge-freezer is one major appliance which should be the first on the list when it comes to considering professional appliances. Your skills may rival a Michelin star chef's, but it's no good if the ingredients you're using are not at their best.
Professional fridge-freezers, such as those manufactured by SubZero, provide a myriad of functions designed to store different foods at their optimum temperature and climate. For example, some of the functions in professional fridge-freezers include:
- Antimicrobial air purification systems – a filter which removes odours, bacteria and ethylene gases (which cause over-ripening), to increase the lifespan of fresh produce
- Zonal refrigeration – different foods require different climates for ultimate freshness. In some professional fridges there are separate climate zones which are kept at a different humidity and temperature in order to keep salads and vegetables fresher for longer
- Electronic system monitoring – the life of certain components, such as the water cartridge, is monitored automatically so that if they need replacing you are alerted
- Temperature control, which ensures that it does not vary more than one degree from the thermostat temperature.
Despite their typically large size, thanks to technological developments, professional fridge-freezers are also extremely energy efficient, with some large American-style models using less energy than a 100 Watt light-bulb. This means that investing in an appliance such as this will pay dividends in the long run, not only by reducing food wastage, but helping save money on energy bills.
Professional fridge-freezers are designed with the high functionality deemed a 'must-have' by chefs in order to keep produce fresh and flavorsome for as long as possible. So, bring out the pasta machine and the pestle and mortar; you can be safe in the knowledge that your dishes will pack a flavorsome punch.


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Upcoming Events
An interaction program with Prof. Raidin, Georgetown University, Washington DC.
Stay tuned for further details.
Recent Events
An interaction with Prof. Frank Shafroth, George Mason University, Washington DC on the matters of federalism and its challenges in Nepal.
January 17, 2018
Past Events
-Nepal Matters for America interacts with the Nepalese diaspora on October 14, 2017 at NOVA College, Annandale, Virginia. H E Ambassador of Nepal to the US Dr. Arjun Karki will be the chief guest of the event.
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-Nepal Matters for America interacts with the Nepalese diaspora community in Woodbridge, VA; 07/23/2017; 1.00 to 3.00 pm
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More Confederate Statues Removed 'Under the Cover of Darkness'
After years of disputes over what to do with the controversial statues, the city took an unconventional route that critics said was illegal. Doug Jones, the attorney for the group, told the paper that the statues' removal "bordered on anarchy" and that Greenspace - the nonprofit that bought the parks where the statues sat from the city for $1,000 each - is a "sham" that "ripped off" taxpayers by creating "this silly company to sign this bogus contract, and it's all illegal". Read More »
Authorities identify Texas boy, 6, killed by stray shot in deputy shooting
Suarez said he expects extra counselors will be on hand when classes resume in early January. The female suspect was shot multiple times and died at the scene. There was no weapon found with the woman at the scene, and she doesn't appear to be armed, Salazar said. A 6-year-old boy also lost his life in the incident after being shot in the abdomen at the mobile home park in Schertz Thursday afternoon. Read More »
Christmas Day terror plot for San Francisco's Pier 39 stopped by Federal Bureau of Investigation
He allegedly also professed support for the October 31 terror attack in New York City that killed eight people, and one on December 2, 2015 that killed 14 people in San Bernardino. When asked what kind of a weapon he would need, Jameson stated he would prefer an assault rifle, the documents say. Federal Bureau of Investigation agents conducted a search warrant on Wednesday at a residence in Modesto and found a note signed by Abdallah Abu Everitt Ibn Gordon Al-Amriki, dated December 16, which ... Read More »
Va. mom, son killed in Mexican bus crash, family says
She said the girls saw their mother at the crash scene with a sheet over her body, but they didn't understand that it meant she died until a cruise line employee told them the news yesterday afternoon. It was traveling from the coastal village of Mahahual to the Mayan archaeological site Chacchoben, the public security office said. The bus carried 31 passengers, according to a statement from government officials in Quintana Roo. Read More »
These Proposed Sanctions On North Korea Would Hit Its Economy - Hard
North Korea vehemently denied that it was developing biological weapons and said it would take revenge on the USA for suggesting in a report that the East Asian country was "pursuing chemical and biological weapons which could also be delivered by missile". Read More »
Trump's Ambassador to the Netherlands caught lying about his own conspiracy claims
Hoesktra - a former MI lawmaker who is Dutch-American - recently took questions from Wouter Zwart about a congressional hearing where the new Ambassador talked about places in the Netherlands where immigrants were setting cars and politicians on fire. Read More »
Elderly couple stopped with 60 pounds of weed 'for Christmas presents'
York County, Nebraska sheriff's deputies stopped the couple on Tuesday after observing the Jirons' vehicle, a 2016 Toyota Tacoma, failing to signal a turn and driving left of the center lane, according to a police report . During the stop, police say, they noticed the odor of raw marijuana coming from the vehicle. While being questioned, the couple told deputies they were headed to Vermont, and "the marijuana was for Christmas presents", according to a police report. Read More »
Woman Set On Fire In Public By Stalker, Dies In Hospital
Last month a young woman was burnt alive by her stalker in neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu. The incident took place in full public view under Lalaguda police station limit of the city. Rani, who had suffered over 60 percent burns, alleged Karthik of harassment. After she turned down his offers to take her out, Karthik chose to murder her. Read More »
Birmingham confirmed as Commonwealth Games 2022 host
Martin added: "The vast majority of the Games venues are in place, and with extensive experience in the United Kingdom of hosting successful major events - including Manchester 2002, London 2012 and Glasgow 2014 - the CGF looks forward to a truly spectacular Games that delivers not only for the 2.4 billion citizens across the Commonwealth but the wider world, too". Read More »
State employment reaches historic high
The report's preliminary estimates showed the state's labor participation rate rise to 63.3 percent, compared to the national average of 62.7 percent. Over the past 12 months, CT has grown 5,000 jobs. That's up from 18,700 jobs in October. It is the 26th consecutive month that the unemployment rate has been below 4 percent. Read More »
'Things aren't easy between us': Boris Johnson meets Russian counterpart in Moscow
The Guardian reports that Lavrov hit back during the meeting, saying: "It's no secret that our relations are at a low point and that's not at our initiative". He said the both countries' ability to tackle terrorism was constrained by the UK's refusal to fully cooperate with the Russian security service the FSB. Read More »
Nawazuddin Siddiqui in and as Thackeray - See poster
The video ends with the introduction of Nawazuddin taking up the stage as Bal Thackeray to address a rally. "I have got the opportunity to play the role of great personality like him, I think any actor would have agreed to play his role". Read More »
Rahul Gandhi to hold first CWC meet after being President today
Speaking to the media after chairing the meet, Rahul shared his thoughts on 2g scam verdict as well as the recent Gujarat elections which saw a close fight between the BJP and the Congress, though the former emerged victorious. The newly elected BJP president further said, "Whatever you talk about, be it 2G or whether you look at the Modi model or promise of Rs 15 lakhs in every bank account or demonetisation ...." He also questioned PM's silence on Rafale deal. Read More »
Naval mystery SOLVED: Investigators find legendary WW1 submarine after 103 years
It was the first Allied submarine loss in World War I. "The boat and her crew, who've been on eternal patrol since 1914. have now been found", said Australian Defence Minister Marise Payne in a statement. The Australian Navy announced on Thursday the discovery of a wreck they identified as the submarine, the AE1. Many believed that the sub would be lost forever, but just this week an expedition discovered the wreck nearly a thousand feet below the ocean's surface. Read More »
NSA Ajit Doval meets Chinese State Councillor Yang Jiechi for border talks
The National Security Adviser and the Special Representative of India Ajit Doval participated in the talks with the Special Representative of China Yang Jiechi on the Boundary Question. The talks were positive and focussed on bringing out the full potential of the Closer Developmental Partnership between the two countries. The Doklam standoff began on June 16 over PLA's plans to build a road in an area claimed by Bhutan after the Indian troops intervened to stop it as it posed a ... Read More »
Rome's 'Mangy' Christmas Tree Has Already Been Declared Dead
Officials told the publication the tree was completely rootless due to the disproportionate costs it would require to transport it with the roots, though they mentioned this is common practice and would not necessarily point to the tree's withering appearance. Read More »
Tesla Semi Orders Continue to Grow
The company unveiled its new electric semi-tractor-trailer November 16 near its design center in Hawthorne, California. UPS has provided data to Tesla on how their current fleet of trucks perform on their real-world routes in order to evaluate how the Semi will perform in the company's fleet. Read More »
USA citizens among 12 killed in bus crash in Mexico
Mary's Catholic Church in Athens. "We are working with local authorities to determine if there were USA citizens on board", the agency wrote on Twitter . By Wednesday afternoon, only four tourists - one Brazilian and three Americans - remained in local hospitals, the state prosecutor's office said. "Consular officials in Ottawa and in Playa del Carmen, Mexico are in contact with affected Canadian citizens as well as family members and are providing consular assistance as required", ... Read More »
British passports to return to "iconic" blue after Brexit
The new blue and gold design - a return to the colours Britain used for decades following its adoption in 1921 - will be issued from October 2019, when a new contract for passport provision begins. First introduced during the reign of Henry V in the form of a "safe conduct", passports were granted from at least 1540. The embossed words "European Union" at the top of the front cover will be removed, along with the same words (and translations into Welsh and Gaelic) on the first proper page. Read More »


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Use Wi-Fi Direct to Transfer files Between iphone And Android !
Every passing day is bringing endless opportunities in both iOS and Android worlds as the two compete to bring the best of collections of their apps in their stores. You can turn your smart phone into a Richter scale in case of an earthquake; download games to enhance your typing especially if you have brought a new phone and schedule snooze modes or silent profiles for when you are in a meeting or class; all thanks to advancements in iOS and Android.
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However before we start let's get this into your knowledge that Apple devices don't support Wi-Fi Direct, Apple in future may decide to do something about it but for now it stands where it is. Without wasting any more time let's get on to our agenda for today.
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- Shareit is an app that will be used in this tutorial to transfer files from iOS to Android or vice-versa. You can find this app for free on both Apple App Store and Google Play Store for Android.
- When this Shareit App has been installed on both of the devices in use, launch it on the respective phones.
- On the Android device, click on the button which says Start and set up a name for your Android device.
- Then you will be looking at the screen as shown in the image below. Click on the button that says Receive. Then if you wish to send something from your Android phone to iPhone, move down to the next section of our article.
- When you click on the Receive button, it will launch the Wi-Fi hotspot on your Android device so that you can connect.
- Then coming to your iPhone, launch the Shareit app and click the Send button. Then choose all the photos and videos you want to transfer to your Android Phone and click OK.
- Your iPhone will naturally begin searching for nearby iOS devices, you must click on the button "Connect non iOS devices". A pop up will be shown on your screen requiring your consent to connect to the hotspot. Connecting to hotspot is essential because iOS does not work with Wi-Fi direct.
- You will now be looking at the screen as shown in the image below, enable the connection to your hotspot corresponding to the Android phone and click on Shareit.hen.
- The moment you click on "Back to Shareit", the files will begin getting transferred to your Android device through the Wi-Fi direct.
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The method of transferring files from Android to iPhone is pretty much same as the previous one but creates confusion as there is no Wi-Fi Direct compatibility on iOS and instead Wi-Fi hotspot has to be used from the Android phone.
- Take your iPhone, launch the Shareit app and click on the Receive button and the device will start searching for any iOS device naturally, so you must click the button for "Connect non iOS devices" and you will be looking at this pop-up Window.
- Then coming to the Android Phone, click the button that says Sent and you will be asked to choose all the files you wish to send to the iOS device.
- When you have chosen all the files of interest, click the button which says Send and then press "Connect to iOS/WP".
- Then you must be looking at a pop-up as shown beneath, click the button which says Continue to proceed ahead.
- The process of enabling the Wi-Fi hotspot will begin and you will be asked to get your iPhone in connection with the Android device.
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If you are suffering from snoring and feeling frustrated due to it, you must be rest assured you are not alone on this planet who snores. There are millions of people all over the globe who snore loudly at night. They make the life of their partner a real hell as he or she cant sleep peacefully with him/her. There are many anti snoring options available online that may help you reduce or stop snoring and one of them is using an anti snoring pillow.
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Nomad revisits the classic idea of fairs and exhibitions to innovate a new format for the 21st century. A travelling event for collectable design, NOMAD brings together a selection of the world's leading galleries in incredible architectural locations.
NOMAD St. Moritz will take place in February 2018 at Chesa Planta, the prestigious mansion in the heart of the Swiss Alps. This edition builds on the succes of NOMAD Monaco, which took place in April 2017.
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Birmingham City Ladies move up to fourth in the Women's Super League with a 2-0 win away to Bristol City.
Two goals from England international Ellen White sealed the victory for the Blues at the Stoke Gifford Stadium.
White is now the new leading goal-scorer in WSL1 with nine goals in eight league games for the Blues.
Birmingham started the better of the two sides, showing the advantage of having played just three days earlier.
Charlie Wellings delivered a superb cross in the 7th minute which White was quick to react to and poke home past Sophie Baggaley.
With Hayley Ladd pulling the strings in the heart of the Blues midfield, the visitors looked dominant on the ball.
Rachel Williams went close midway through the first half but was denied by a fine save by Baggaley.
Blues went into the break on top but perhaps a bit disappointed that they only led by a single goal.
Having not played a game for five weeks, you could excuse the slow start by Bristol City.
The hosts started the second half in more determined fashion, roused by their half-time team talk.
Millie Farrow let fly with an effort that Blues goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger was equal to early in the second half.
Birmingham came back and sealed the win thanks to a fine cross from defender Paige Williams.
Her left-footed ball was headed on by Rachel Williams before White tapped home the rebound off the post to make it 2-0.
Birmingham will hope to make it a perfect week when they host Sunderland on Sunday at Damson Park.
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Don't look now, but things seem to be coming together for the Toronto Blue Jays.
After taking two of three to close out their first visit to the Bronx, the Jays returned home, welcomed the Boston Red Sox into town and took the opening game of the series 7-5 on the strength of a strong offensive effort and solid performance from the bullpen.
The offense was powered by a monster night from reigning MVP Josh Donaldson, who went 4-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI. The "Bringer of Rain" went yard in the first and the eighth, slapping an RBI double to center in the third in between. Justin Smoak added his fourth home run in the fourth.
On the bump, Aaron Sanchez had an uneven start, striking out six over 6.2 innings, but allowing four runs (three earned) on five hits and two walks as well. Sanchez exited with a lead, only to have Boston tie things up in the eighth with a run off Joe Biagini.
But then Donaldson went deep with his two-run shot in the eighth to give the home side a lead once again and closer Roberto Osuna came in to lock up his 11th save of the season in the ninth.
With the victory, Toronto returns to .500 on the season, leveling their record at 25-25 and extending their winning streak to three. This week kicked off a crucial stretch of games for the reigning American League East champs, with home-and-run meetings with New York and Boston, and thus far, the Jays have made the most of their opportunity, taking three of four from their perennial rivals.
And for the first time all season, Toronto looks like the team that snapped its playoff drought last season. Multiple facets are coming together at the same time – strong relief and offensive outbursts, quality starts with timely hitting – and they're starting to string together the kind of wins that can carry them up the standings.
After starting the week in the basement, this three-game winning streak has already elevated them into third place in the East and with five of the next seven against first-place Red Sox, that could change in a hurry if things keep going the same way.
Player of the Game: Josh Donaldson
Donaldson is one of the most consistent power hitters in the big leagues and when he gets hot, he's lethal. Friday was his best performance of the season – hit first multi-homer game and a season-high five RBI – and snaps a 4-for-24 stretch since he was given a day off on May 18.
The key thing with Donaldson – and all of Toronto's hitters when they get rolling – is that they're capable of knocking in runs and keeping the line moving in addition to going yard. The third baseman showed that Friday night and it helped carry the Blue Jays to victory.
On Deck: Game 2 of this pivotal series is an afternoon affair with Boston sending Rick Porcello (7-2, 3.47) to the hill. The Blue Jays counter with Marcus Stroman (5-1, 3.89).


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Year 2018 Review,
Year 2018 is really not a good year for my portfolio which drag by First Reit which drop almost 30% from the high $1.4 in early Jan 18 to the current price less than $1. This was has been my worry but I react too late to reduce my holding, I manage to reduce 47,200 shares before it was start to drop where I was intending to reduce further 50,000.
I have also divested RHT which was my 3rd biggest holding in early 2018 which I glad I did as from the announcement that made so far, it does not seem the manager see the shareholder interest and keep delaying the deal without being able to do anything.
I have added additional $15,000 into my current portfolio which mainly come from the realized gain
My portfolio in term of market value drop about 10% despite i added $15,000, excluding the injection my portfolio drop about 14%.
I manage to reach realized gain of $32,000 exceeded the target I set last year ($28,000)
Below are my current portfolio
|Frasers logistics and Industrial
|First REIT
|CapitaLand Retail China Trust
|Mapletree North Asia Commercial Trust
|IReit Global
|EC World
|Frasers Commercial Trust
|Apac Reality
|Fortune REIT
I added 2 Non REIT for trying the new approach where while I waiting for capital gain, I will collect the dividend.
For my brick and mortar investment, I am left with around $25,000 to pay the loan which I will complete it by year 2019
There is a new venture for me in 2018 which one of the reason why i only manage to inject $15,000 into stock, This new venture will need few hundred thousand funding and hopefully it will start running latest before Q2 2019.
For Year 2019 Goal,
Based on my long term goal for my stock investment, I am targeting to achieve $31,000 realized gain in 2019 which I think I will achieve if my current holding is performing.
I am monitoring the below REITs to be added into my holding when opportunity arise
1. Mapletree Logistic
2. Frasers Commercial Trust
3. Mapletree North Asia Commercial Trust
4. CapitaRetail China Trust
I will try to add some stock which I think undervalue and paying dividend as well.
Happy New Year 2019 for everyone and hope moving ahead will be smooth sailing for everyone ^_^.
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Who doesn't love coming to a beautifully laid table – where every little detail has been considered and the arrangement tickles the senses and whets the appetite.
This beautiful carafe, seen here with the beautifully shaped tumblers and granite whisky stones, creates a wonderful sense of cosiness. With their unique shape, the glasses are perfect for everyday use or as tumblers for a more festive occasion.
The cutting boards are made of the finest acacia wood, a genuine hardwood that contains lots of natural oils which provide the boards with a natural water resistance. This causes knives to stay sharp and not go dull as quickly as knives used on boards made of bamboo or other types of hardwood.
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U.S. Judge Sides With Donald Trump on Border Wall
A judge has ruled President Trump's plans for a U.S.-Mexico border wall may proceed.
U.S. District Judge Gonzalo Curiel sided with the Trump administration and rejected a lawsuit from the State of California and environmental groups looking to stop construction of the border wall.
In a tweet, Trump called it a "big legal win." Despite that, Congress has yet to fund the wall and so far Mexico has not said it will pay for the wall.


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The prototype only a mother could love. After poking and prodding at a circuit board for longer than I'd like to admit, we figured out it might actually be possible.
It turns out that knowing how to make 3D designs, doesn't mean you should make 3D designs. It worked. I loved it. No one else did.
In response to overwhelming public opinion, the CompuTach was redesigned with a sleek, modern frame and monitor mount.
It mostly worked. Not bad for two preten-gineers.
My baby is all grown up. Now we use professional design that doesn't spark or smoke. As soon as CompuTach hit puberty, it spent more time with its friends at Kickr Design than with us.
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What is Vee 2000?
Vee 2000 gets its name from the fact that it contains 2000mg of Yohimbe in the formula. It is made by a company called Sanapac that have been producing health supplements since 1957.
Despite being such a well-established company the Sanapac official website is very basic and little information is given on any of their supplements.
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Vee 2000 is referred to as 'Nature's Viagra' on the website due to the fact that it contains natural ingredients that improve the ease and duration of the erection, while also acting as a sexual stimulant.
In addition to helping impotence, the manufacturer claims that Vee 2000 can also improve the mental attitude. The full product label is provided for Vee 2000 and shows that in addition to Yohimbe, it also contains the Nitric Oxide enabler L-Arginine, energizing Guarana, Testosterone supporting Tribulus, plus Kola Nut, ginseng, Dong Quai, Sarsaparilla and Capsicum fruit. The ingredients are not adequately explained and it is not stated how soon results should be expected.
Vee 2000 is taken daily, 2 capsules per dose.
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- There are no customer testimonials
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- It is not known how secure the ordering process is
Vee 2000 Review – The Bottom Line
While Yohimbe can work well in the area of erectile dysfunction, it can be dangerous for some men, particularly those with heart conditions or high blood pressure and there should be a warning of this nature on the Vee 2000 website.
Overall, this is a very unknown brand, and there are many similar products available that have satisfaction guarantees and more comprehensive information.
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This Love is Deep Birch Wood Print/8x10"
This Love is Deep Birch Wood Print/8x10"
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Celebrate your deep love for family, friends, surf, boating... whatever it may be! Originally hand-drawn and lettered by Katy. Adapted for print in Adobe Illustrator.
Size: 10"x8" Wood Photo Print
Each print is produced with eco-friendly ink on on superior quality birch wood. The beautiful wood grains shine through creating a statement piece perfect for any space. Produced by Woodsnap.
- Wood grains will vary with each print and will not look identical to the visual representation on-site.
WoodSnap utilizes sustainable manufacturing and plants a tree for every WoodSnap print created.
- Includes two anchors and screws for hanging.
- Ships with table stand.
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text: Over VND11 trillion earmarked for Van Don-Mong Cai expressway construction By Le Anh A view of Bach Dang Bridge, part of the first expressway in the northern province of Quang Ninh – PHOTO: LE ANH HCMC – After negotiations with investors, the Quang Ninh government has officially announced the Van Don-Mong Cai expressway project, at a total cost of VND11.119 trillion, in the northern province. The projected 80.2-kilometer expressway will have four lanes and a designed speed of 100 kilometers per hour. A consortium consisting of Long Van Infrastructure Investment and Development Co., Ltd; Van Don Sun JSC; and Cong Thanh Transportation and Construction Corporation will develop the project under the public-private partnership and build-operate-transfer formats. Toll fees are expected to range from VND1,500 to VND6,000 per kilometer, depending on the types of vehicles using the expressway, allowing capital recovery to be completed within 18.5 years. The consortium is in the process of completing the legal procedures to start work on the project in 2018 and finish it in 2020. The Quang Ninh government has approved the site clearance and compensation in preparation for the key transport project. The authorities of Quanh Ninh Province's districts have been checking, calculating and measuring land to conclude the task in November. The total cost of site clearance is an estimated VND1.454 trillion. When put into service, the Van Don-Mong Cai expressway and other expressways such as the operational Hai Phong-Ha Long expressway and the Ha Long-Van Dong expressway, which is under construction and… [Read full story]


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Friendlies are a chance for club members to go to a one day event at a nearby club on dedicated ice. Each friendly typically consist of 2-3 short games for each team (play, broomstack, play, broomstack).
These events are open to everyone from beginner to advanced curler. These are friendly games between 2 or more clubs, to enjoy a day of curling and to make new friends - this is why they are called friendlies!
This is a great opportunity for anyone to play on dedicated ice against other clubs and just have a fun day curling. You can sign up as a team or as an individual and we will form a team for you.
Host clubs usually have basic sliders, stabilizers and brooms to borrow if you do not have your own, but check with a CRCC officer if you have any concerns.
Cost is usually bring a dish or split the cost of food for the day.
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Dec 15, 2018: Portage/Rochester/Cedar Rapids - Portage, WI
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This post was inspired by a road trip I took over the weekend. I went out to take a long drive, see some new sites and take some pictures. I did all that, but life had other plans for me too.
I learned that no matter how well you prepare or how much care you take, sometimes you can't avoid the deer that leaps onto the road. I couldn't, even though I was going below the speed limit and scanning the road ahead because I knew it was a possibility. I still didn't see it coming.
The choice you have is how you deal with the situation although your response will vary with the severity of the impact. I was lucky – I lost a headlight and a bit of my fender. I was shaken by the experience. I could have let it ruin my vacation. I did briefly consider heading back to one of the big towns since I was in the middle of nowhere at the time, but if I had I knew I would simply give up and go home. Instead I decided to roll with it. I got out my tool kit, cleaned up the shards of the headlight, used duct tape and a bungee cord to secure the loose ends of the fender, checked to make sure nothing vital had been hit including checking the tires carefully and then I drove on.
It was still a beautiful morning. I still had an exciting trip ahead. I still had a functioning car. I counted my blessings as I continued along the back roads. Of course I thought about it over and over. I analyzed whether there was anything I could have been doing that would have prevented this happening and really there wasn't unless you count not going on the trip at all. I wondered about the deer – it had disappeared into the tall grasses beyond the ditch at the side of the road and I couldn't find it. I don't know if it had a lucky outcome as well, although I doubt it. I wondered why I had cell phone service that didn't work in the back of beyond. (I wouldn't get a viable cell phone signal on a compatible network for another 4 hours or so). My mind circled back to these things and others again and again. I acknowledged the thoughts and then moved back to what was before me.
I was driving through an incredible landscape. The road snaked through hilly country, sometimes bare of anything but tough grasses and bits of sage, sometimes dotted with twisted pines and other conifers, sometimes forested. After cresting a tall rise I would sometimes see another ahead or sometimes the landscape would open to show range land, cattle and a lonely house or two. I was pretty much alone on the road which is just how I like it. I'm glad I didn't turn back or give up. I'm glad I didn't miss the quiet drive through this region.
The deer on the road and the surprises on the job or life in general are similar. Things happen and no amount of care or preparation can change that. Do you give up and cry? Or do you get out the duct tape, patch up what you can and roll on?
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The waiting is nearly over and the job is nearly ended. It does feel like twilight – the descent into the darkness that is my final day of work.
I feel conflicted. While I am still looking forward to finding my new adventure I am, quite naturally, sad to close this chapter of my life. I've been marking lasts – the last time I turn in a monthly report, the last team meeting, the last holiday Monday, the last full week of work. Now I am about to mark my last day.
Yesterday I cleaned out my cubicle and took everything home but my coffee mug. It may sound silly, but I don't want to drink my coffee out of a paper cup on my last day. It tastes better in my Maneki Neko mug and I think I will need the comfort.
The others in my group are displaying a variety of emotions – frustration at having to leave, worry for the future, boredom at not quite having enough to do for the last few days. The people remaining are sad at losing most of the team or anxious because now all the work will be on them.
We've had our last group lunch but it seemed hard to decide what to talk about. Some want to discuss what is happening but others would rather not. So we descend into silence like the light leaving the sky.
Night is falling. The twilight surrounds us.
Next a little darkness. Then comes the dawn.


text: Share: Comments Print September 18, 2010 at 9:49 PM Sounders FC 4, Columbus Crew 0 — postgame quotes Posted by Joshua Mayers SIGI SCHMID, Sounders FC coach (Opening comments) "Obviously we're happy with the result. Sometimes games go like that where we get a goal early off the corner kick. We haven't been scoring on corner kicks, we put a big emphasis on that in our talks and in training, so it was nice to get a goal off that. We were very efficient tonight in our finishing. We had been very unfortunate I thought in our game at Saprissa in our Champions League game with it, so obviously we're very happy. I don't think the difference between the two teams is four goals even though that was the score tonight." (Why don't you think it's a deserved score?) "I thought we did a good job in the final third, but I know the Crew, and the Crew's a good team. They may be a team right now that's trying to find their way a little bit, but they're normally going to get some plays and make some plays going forward. I thought the early goal and the second goal by Blaise — I thought Blaise had a great game for us tonight — and then when we got the PK and buried that, which was our first PK ever in MLS. So that was all for us at that point and the air goes out of the balloon for them." (On knowing the Crew helping you prepare) "There was a period of time after we scored the goal where they completely dominated us for about 20 minutes — 15 or 20 minutes. Knowing them helps. I've said the same thing when I was here: You don't want to lose to friends. And the guys know I feel that way and they come out obviously with their motivation, as well, to play. But I thought we were well motivated. Certainly (with) the Crew, you've got to restrict Guillermo's game and I thought we did a decent job of that tonight, and they're always so dangerous on set pieces." (On Nkufo) "He's the all-time leading scorer in Twente's history in Holland and they put a statute of him outside the stadium. They don't do that unless you've done a good job scoring goals. It's been a little frustrating for him here because he hadn't scored so far. But besides scoring goals, what he gives us is his ability to hold the ball up front and allows us to have link-up play, and he takes some of the pressure away from Montero, so it frees up Montero to play more for us in a playmaking role and get forward. He (Montero) was unlucky not to get a goal for us tonight. He adds that ability to hold the ball for us, which we knew and was why we wanted to get him. Today he was happy because he finished and maybe that will get him finishing on a more consistent basis." (On what this could mean to him) "Anytime a goal-scorer scores, it's huge. They sometimes measure their games by different standards than we do. I, as a coach, say, 'Hey, you're still helping us. You're still doing this, you're still doing that.' But in his mind (it's), 'I'm not scoring goals, so I'm not happy.' For him I think getting three goals was very important for his confidence and for just his own self-value." (On Nkufo not taking the PK, Sturgis instead) "The PKs, we always write who's taking them. Sturgis has been No. 1 for us for the last four or five weeks. He didn't take the PK in Saprissa because he wasn't on the field. So it was either Sturgis or Montero, it was between the two of them." (On adding something to Open Cup final build-up) "I know the team is that (home) locker room is not going to be happy with the result today. There's too much pride and there's too much quality in that team. There's no way we're going into that Open Cup final thinking, 'OK, it's going to happen again.' We know it's going to be 'roll up your sleeves and you got to be prepared to work.' I thought it was a physical game tonight, maybe more physical than it needed to be. I know they're going to come out and they're going to be prepared to play because there's too much quality and too much pride there." (On importance to playoff push) "It's huge for us. Obviously with Chicago losing tonight and I don't know what some of the other scores are at this stage, but it was great for us to get three points. We want to make the playoffs. We're not going to go in as a seeded team — we're not going to go in as one of the top four — but we need to make the playoffs. We want to and know we need to get points. Something we talked about is we want to get our goal-differential at a plus number, so we finally have a plus-number for our goal differential instead of a minus-1, -2, -3 for a long time." BLAISE NKUFO, Sounders FC forward (On the first goal in particular) "Of course it's a great feeling scoring my first goal in MLS and for the Sounders, but I think the most important thing tonight was the three points. We were not so confident after a few games and we needed the three points tonight." (Something different tonight for you to score three?) "As a striker you have to believe you can score goals. I knew it would be difficult in this league for me but I still believe, and as I said for me the team is most important. We needed to win tonight." (Were you hard on yourself when you weren't scoring?) "At my age I'm not really focused about scoring goals. I'm here to help the team. I'd hoped we could've had better control of the game. Even though we scored the first two goals, they were in control. One of my goals is to help the team play better football." (On being back from injury) "I missed two games and still have pain in my knee, but I'm happy to be on the field and helping the team." KASEY KELLER, Sounders FC goalkeeper (On the result) "Obviously jumping out to a nice, quick lead helps. Then when we were able to absorb the pressure they put us under and hit them on the counterattack. When you can do that and get the goals, it takes so much pressure off of it. What I was proud of is that we were able to then keep them to zero. It didn't end up 4-2 or something like that. But I'm proud of the team, I'm happy for Blaise to get off the mark with such extravagance. It was fantastic. We got that monkey off our back of finally scoring a penalty, which was nice. All credit to Sturg for stepping up and scoring his first MLS goal. A few guys banged up, but you expect that. Now we got the next 36 hours at home and off we go again." (On Nkufo) "I think that will only help build his confidence here in MLS. It's a different style. I think more guys in Europe when they come over don't quite understand just how physical this league is and it takes a little while to adjust to it. It happens when a guy goes from Spain to England or from Belgium to Germany. Those kind of things happen and it takes a little while to get used to that. This is no different. Then he gets banged up a little bit and hurts his knee. Now he's back and like I said, it's great timing for him to catch form. And that will take pressure of everybody else. It takes it off Montero, it takes it off Zakuani or whoever to put the ball in the net." (On meaning something to Sigi against ex-team) "No question about it. I think last year we rode our luck a lot. This year we deserved it 100-percent. It's nice. It's just nice for the coach, it's obviously nice for the club, but it's also a step for our playoff position. Results are going our way and we just keep putting ourselves in a better and better position. We don't have as many games as some of the other teams, but at the same time we have three or four other games in cup competition. The squad is going to get the chance to play and show what they can do and get everybody in form and keep picking up points and I'd be more than happy to be that Salt Lake of this year. Slide into that seventh or eighth slot and go win the damn thing." NATHAN STURGIS, Sounders FC midfielder (On your first MLS goal, while being heckled by Zakuani and Marshall) "I'm excited." (Did you know you'd take the PK?) "Yeah. I was definitely ready to take it, so when I saw him point to the penalty box I went for the ball and wanted to take it, yeah." (How did you become best on team?) "We've kind of struggled with PKs in the past, so it was kind of an open tryout to be honest, with our team. We've been hitting some in practice and I've been hitting them pretty well so I worked my way up there. It felt good to finally get one in a game." (On your last PK) "I hit one in the Open Cup for the shootout, so that was my last one. I mean, I used to take them in college and high school." (On scoring team's first-ever PK) "It feels good. Like I said, that was something we've kind of struggled with. We were 0-for-2, or -3, or -4, or whatever. It felt good to finally put one away. We put ourselves in good positions before to draw the penalties, we have to put them away. It felt good to reward a good run by Sanna. It feels good to finish off that play." (On Nkufo) "It was good for him to get his first goal in MLS, and he decided to get three. So it's good for him and it's really good for our team, and I think it will really help his confidence." STEVE ZAKUANI, Sounders FC midfielder (Did you want Blaise to get the hat trick?) "We wanted him to, and when the penalty came up I thought maybe he was going to take it. But then we said no, let Sturgis take it because he's handled them very well in training. He's the first player in our history to have a hat trick. But it was a great team game. Sigi's attention to detail this week was like I've never seen it: very focused. You know to beat his old team. It was a big win for us, a big boost for the playoffs and I'm happy for Blaise's first goals, and Sturgis, too — his first MLS goal. So it's great." JEFF PARKE, Sounders FC defender (On added insurance goals while taking heat) "It's huge because when you're 1-0 obviously one goal gets you back in it. Then 2-0 is a dangerous lead because all they need is one to get back in it. Once we got the third you felt the air come out of them. The fourth was just icing on the cake. It was good, it relieves pressure and makes you relaxed. You could see guys playing better being more relaxed." (On Nkufo) "It was a great breakout game for him. He works hard and he's deserving of it. He's a great player and it's only a matter of time when the great ones are held down to come back. That was great." ROBERT WARZYCHA, Crew coach (On the game) "Losing 4-0 at home is always disappointing. I think we came from the locker room a little bit flat, they [Seattle] had the first two or three minutes pushing for the goal and you could see that. They got that goal from a corner kick and then we started to play. We dominated the first half probably until the 41st minute when they got the second goal and it was an easy cross to defend but we over-shifted. The third goal was a penalty and that's the last thing you want going to the locker room giving up another goal. But I think we played very well in the first half, we moved the ball very well creating a number of chances but we couldn't buy a goal." EDDIE GAVEN, Crew midfielder (On the result) "Not much was said in here (the locker room). This is a game that was unacceptable for us to play at home in front of a great crowd. To go out there and lose 4-0 is something that should never happen. I would say every single guy is embarrassed. I think the hardest thing is that we didn't play that bad at times and somehow we still lost the game 4-0 and I'm just trying to figure out why. It would've been huge if we were able to tie the game 1-1, but we weren't able to do that and they punished us by scoring two more goals before the half and that really killed us good. I had a really good chance early on in the second half but couldn't get it in and we just kept on taking more and more pressure and when they scored the fourth goal that was pretty much it." WILLIAM HESMER, Crew goalkeeper (On the first goal and the game, in general) "I had a first save on Nyassi, a second on a header, the third save I believe was on Nkufo and then I guess it popped right back to him I don't know I didn't see it. I think we had that fighting spirit there, but they punished us for going forward and before we knew it, in the blink of an eye, it was three – nothing going into halftime. We had some looks but we didn't put away our chances and they put away their chances but I'd like to see us fight a bit more and be a little more prideful and not let that happen in our place." Comments


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