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Feb. 19, 2008
BOSTON, Mass. - With decisive victories over Kenyon College and Boston College at the College Squash Association (CSA) Team Championships this past weekend, MIT concluded its 2007-08 season with a record of 4-12 and a national ranking of No. 43. The Engineers downed Kenyon, 7-2, on Friday evening, and Boston College, 8-1, on Sunday afternoon. Tech lost its Saturday match, 7-2, to the University of California Berkeley.
The event was hosted by Harvard University, with select matches hosted by MIT in the Zesiger Center.
The Engineers competed in the newly formed Serues Division, which also consisted of teams from the University of Vermont and Georgetown University.
The Cardinal and Gray opened play on Friday evening at Harvard's Barnaby Courts, where it took on Kenyon for the first time in program history. George Pratt, David Baumgartner, Xing Yuan, Robert Habib and Pawan Deedwaniya all disposed of their opponents in the minimum three games from the No. 5-9 spots, respectively, to give the Engineers the necessary five wins to secure the overall victory. However, Balaji Sridhar and Saad Zaheer, from the No. 2 and 3 spots, respectively, each won tightly contested four-game matches to provide Tech with some insurance and the 7-2 triumph.
MIT returned to the Zesiger Center for its next match against Cal Berkeley on Saturday afternoon, and despite some incredibly close individual matches, the Engineers fell, 7-2. Zaheer and freshman Michael Zomnir (from the No. 4 position) both secured four-game victories to provide Tech with hope, but heart-breaking five-game losses for Sridhar and Habib sealed the Cardinal and Gray's fate.
With a record of 1-1 heading into the final day of competition, MIT headed back to the Barnaby Courts to battle Boston College for the No. 43 national-ranking. Sweeps for Andrew Yoon, Sridhar, Zomnir, Pratt, Habib and Deedwaniya were enough for the victory, but Zaheer and Baumgartner each edged out four-game triumphs to give the Engineers an 8-1 win in their final contest of the campaign.
Georgetown slipped past Cal Berkeley, 5-4, to win the inaugural Serues Cup.


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Metro-North: Most safety steps completed
HARTFORD — Metro-North Railroad, the nation's second-largest commuter rail system, on Wednesday released a final report on what it has done to improve safety following a series of accidents last year and said it has completed most of its priorities.
In a 100-day action plan, Metro-North said it has established an investigation unit to look into the root causes of accidents, overhauled a system safety plan, reviewed and improved employee training programs and made other changes. Metro-North, which serves 281,000 riders a day in Connecticut and New York, second only to the Long Island Rail Road, said it still must install on trains this year alerter devices, which are designed to ensure engineers remain responsive.
The engineer on a Metro-North train that derailed Dec. 1 in the Bronx, killing four passengers and injuring more than 70 others, told federal investigators he felt strangely "dazed" before his train hit a curve. The train traveled into the curve, which has a 30 mph speed limit, at 82 mph.
The engineer said he was "apparently not" clearheaded enough to realize he was entering a curve.
The Federal Railroad Administration, which responded to the derailment, issued a harshly critical report in March, saying Metro-North allowed safety to erode while pushing to keep its trains on time.
In addition, a track worker in Connecticut was struck and killed by a Metro-North train in May 2013 just 11 days after a derailment in Connecticut injured scores of passengers.
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, a Democrat, said the report took longer than he wanted but Metro-North is making itself safer. He asked the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the parent agency of Metro-North and the LIRR, to "pull together" the 100-day plan "so that riders can get a clear sense of what they're doing to restore confidence in the railroad."
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, a Connecticut Democrat, said Metro-North's promise to commuters to adopt concrete measures to restore safety and reliability "is far from fulfilled." He rapped the rail line for recent service disruptions caused by a 118-year-old bridge that was stuck twice in the open position over the Norwalk River, blocking trains from running.
A Metro-North spokesman said he had no comment in response to what Blumenthal said.
Metro-North said it has been monitoring its service and has considered train crew observations, customer comments and customer counts to continue to improve schedules. It said that, as a result, minor changes to a few morning rush hour trains on New York's Harlem line and Connecticut's New Haven line have been identified and are being put in place in phases to reduce crowding and improve train connections.

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Hillary Clinton Parties Hard In Colombia
Just call her the "Secretary of Fun." Hillary Clinton, who was in Cartagena, Colombia this weekend for the Summit of The Americas, was seen drinking and dancing along with a posse of female aides late Saturday night at a club called Café Havana.
Some will note the irony of the US Secretary of State hanging out at a "Café Havana," given that the United States' insistence that Cuba not be represented at the Summit of Americas was a bone of contention during the conference. But, according to onlookers, Clinton wasn't focused on international diplomacy as she partied until 1 AM. "She looked like she was having a great time," an onlooker told Reuters.
When asked if Clinton had fun during her night on the town, a State Department official replied "a lot."
A couple weeks ago the Tumblr 'Texts From Hillary,' which featured Clinton wearing a pair of intense sunglasses and looking too cool for school, took the web by storm. And now this. Has Hillary Clinton become the ultra-hip politician everybody thought Barack Obama was when he was elected president? Who would've imagined?
Check out the photos of Clinton knocking back beers and dancing like a spring breaker here. We anxiously await the inevitable cell phone video of Madam Secretary's late night exploits.


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Something I've noticed in my recent trollings of the forums is that we have threads that are placed in the wrong forums. Mods, could you guys audit the forums and move things to their appropriate locations? One good example are a lot of the threads in the Comments/Suggestions forum. I saw at least 6 threads that are totally NOT related to HackThisSite in any way, and are in no way commenting on or suggesting any features.
Guys (HTS users), please keep things on topic and in the appropriate places.


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Subtype 2 Rosacea Common in Tunisia
An analysis of hospital data in Tunisia found that subtype 2 (papulopustular) rosacea, characterized by redness with bumps and pimples, was the most commonly diagnosed form of rosacea in this Arab North African nation.1
In the study of 244 rosacea patients reported by Dr. Aida Khaled and colleagues at the Charles Nicolle Hospital, Tunis, 69 percent had subtype 2, while 12 percent were diagnosed with subtype 1 (erythematotelangiectatic) rosacea, characterized by flushing and persistent redness. Four percent suffered from subtype 3 (phymatous) rosacea, including excess tissue; and 17 percent were identified with the eye irritation of subtype 4 (ocular) rosacea. The most frequent trigger factors were sun exposure, reported by 64 percent of the patients, and heat, reported by 25 percent.
The researchers concluded that rosacea appears to be a common disorder in this country, where most of the population has darker skin tones, and that more studies should be conducted.
- Khaled A, Hammami H, Zeglaoui F, et al. Rosacea: 244 Tunisian cases. Tunisie Med 2010;88:597-601.
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You've heard of "Take Your Daughter/Dog/Dinosaur to Work" weeks. Now Petfinder is asking everyone to join in celebrating "Take Your Cat to the Vet" week from Aug. 18 – 25 as a way of reminding cat owners and prospective adopters how important it is for their feline friends to have regular veterinary care.
The CATalyst Council* and American Humane Association estimate that cats only get to the vet half as often as their canine counterparts. Signs of illness in cats and kittens can be subtle, so having regular veterinary wellness visits can help catch problems early and keep them healthy. As a survival technique from generations in the wild, cats are adept at hiding symptoms until an ailment has progressed. Your dog is more likely to kvetch when sick, and you're more likely to throw him in the car for a trip to the vet. Your stoic cat will grin and bear it; and then hide from you.
*[The CATalyst Council (www.catalystcouncil.org) is a non-profit feline think tank made up of veterinarians, welfare groups, the media, fanciers and commercial interests working together to make a difference in the way the United States sees and experiences cats. Cats are the #1 pet in America with 15 million more cats owned than dogs. Despite this, cats are treated like second class "pet" citizens. The CATalyst Council is making strides to change public attitudes toward cat care.]
The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends cats go to the vet twice a year for checkups, yet a 2009 survey of cat guardians conducted by Feline Pine, a litter company, discovered that fewer than half took their cat to the vet unless their cat was sick. Cats need preventive care just as much as dogs. Regular check-ups can help catch issues before they become full-blown illnesses that are more painful as well as more difficult (and expensive) to treat.
Some people hesitate to take their cat to the vet because the experience is so stressful. Loading Fluffy into the carrier can be a real challenge. Cats make unpleasant associations with carriers. People don't take their cats on joy rides as they do with their dogs. When was the last time you drove Fluffy to the Wendy's window for a burger? To Fluffy the equation is simple: carrier = dreaded trip to the vet. I find that a vertical drop, back feet first, is easier than pushing a reluctant cat sideways into the carrier.
Even better- Jane Harrell, Petfinder.com associate producer, has some great desensitization tips to get your cat to like going into a carrier. Here they are:
•Start young: Kittens usually adjust to new experiences more easily than adult or senior cats. (Adult and senior cats can still learn to tolerate a carrier.)
•Keep the carrier accessible: Many cats only see the carrier when it's time to go somewhere, so they begin to feel anxious as soon as it appears. Instead, keep the carrier on the floor, open at all times so that your cat can come and go as he pleases and won't see the carrier as a place where he gets trapped. Be patient. It may take weeks to reach this level of relaxation.
•Make the carrier a nice place to be: Put comfy bedding in it and toss in a few treats, your cat's favorite toys or some catnip when you first set it up. Replenish the supply every few days.
•Feed your cat inside the carrier: If your cat will eat inside the carrier, start feeding him there daily. If he won't, put his food dish a few feet away and move it an inch or two closer to the carrier each day -- just make sure your cat keeps eating. If he stops, move the food a little farther away and then move it closer more slowly. (Some extra smart cats won't enter the carrier with you standing nearby -- they think you'll lock them in -- so move away and watch from across the room.)
•Teach your cat the "in" command: Once he will go into the carrier to eat, start calling your cat over to it for a treat. Toss the treat in the carrier and when your cat goes in, say "in." Praise him for as long as he's in the carrier. When he comes out, toss in another treat and repeat. Later you can start saying "in" first and your cat should go into the carrier on his own. Just be sure to give him a treat after he does and while he's still in the carrier. You'll be associating your cat's favorite things with the carrier and showing him it's not only safe, but fun.
•Practice closing the carrier door: Repeat the above process, but start closing and locking the door before giving your cat a treat. Once he's eaten the treat, open the door, let him come out and repeat. Gradually increase the amount of time the door stays shut. If your cat is calm while the door is shut, give him more treats. If he seems upset or tries to get out, do not give him a treat and try again with less time in the crate.
•Practice picking up the carrier: After your cat learns that a closed carrier door is okay, try picking up the carrier with him in it and putting it back down gently.
•Practice walking with the carrier: Once you can pick up the carrier with your cat remaining calm inside, take a few steps; then gently put the carrier back down, reward him and then let him out.
•Practice going outside with the carrier: You don't have to go far -- just outside your front door and back inside at first. The key is to make sure your cat remains calm while you repeat this -- you can gradually increase your distance and time over time.
•Walk around the block: Keep practicing until you're able to walk around the block with your cat calm in the carrier. Once you can do this, you'll know your cat's fear of the carrier has been conquered.
This week: "Fluffy" is the key word for the poster pets at Babylon Town Shelter, Lamar St., W. Babylon (631-643-9270). "Maxine" #2-297, a lovely longhaired muted calico wandered a Lindenhurst neighborhood for months. "Arlo," a handsome Pekingese was found in Wyandanch. He's adorable but would prefer a home without other pets. More dogs: a Yorkie, "Pinky," an older Shih tzu; "Brandi," a Chihuahua/ Min Pin; "Piglet," an American Eskimo mix and "Shorty," representing the Pit Patrol at the shelter.


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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Cleanthony Early and Wichita State never ran out of answers for Alabama. Early scored 26 points and Fred VanVleet made two free throws with 11 seconds left to lift the 11th-ranked Shockers to a 72-67 victory over the Crimson Tide on Tuesday night.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Cleanthony Early and Wichita State never ran out of answers for Alabama.
Early scored 26 points and Fred VanVleet made two free throws with 11 seconds left to lift the 11th-ranked Shockers to a 72-67 victory over the Crimson Tide on Tuesday night.
Wichita State (11-0) coolly responded to every challenge from the Crimson Tide to extend the program's best start.
"We think that we're going to win," Shockers coach Gregg Marshall said. "You have to believe that you're going to win and you're going to make the plays. You can't go out there with doubt and just hope. I believe these guys have that in their mind."
Early scored nine straight points for Wichita State during one late stretch.
Rodney Cooper's 3-pointer brought Alabama (5-5) to 65-64 with 1:57 remaining. VanVleet responded with a basket and Darius Carter scored on a putback with 37 seconds remaining on a possession when Wichita State rebounded two missed shots.
"It was just 50-50 balls," said Releford, who hit two free throws in between those field goals. "They wanted it more down the stretch on that play. Those are plays we've got to get down the stretch to get over that hump."
Alabama collected a long rebound but Retin Obasohan's 3-pointer missed with 15 seconds left, forcing the Tide to foul.
VanVleet iced the game at the line.
Early was 7 of 11 from the field and hit all 11 free throw attempts. The Shockers were 25 of 27 from the line.
"We shoot free throws all the time and I always want a wide-open shot, and that's a wide-open shot," Early said. "I'll take it."
VanVleet and Tekele Cotton each had 11 points for Wichita State, which outrebounded Alabama 38-26. Leading scorer Ron Baker was held to eight points for the second straight game since injuring his left ankle. He got in foul trouble and played just 16 minutes, tweaking his ankle again at one point.
"I don't know how he's out there playing, but he is," Marshall said. "He's a tough, tough guy."
Releford led Alabama with 22 points after missing the Charleston Southern game with a hip injury.
Releford also had six assists and made three 3-pointers but was scoreless in the first 14 minutes. Rodney Cooper had 14 points for Alabama.
The game marked the first time a ranked nonconference opponent had played at Coleman Coliseum since No. 5 Purdue in December 2009. The Shockers are the second-highest ranked team to visit.
They left with their second straight win over a Southeastern Conference team after beating Tennessee 70-61.
Alabama got its biggest lead, 56-53, with 6:22 left on Nick Jacobs' dunk. Then Baker hit a 3-pointer and Early went on his nine-point binge, hitting all five free throw attempts during that stretch and also scoring on a dunk after a pass from Baker.
Cooper's 3-pointer brought Alabama to 65-64 with 1:57 remaining.
The Tide had a chance to make it a one-score game with 8 seconds left but Obasohan missed the second of two free throws. Cotton then made a foul shot at the other end.
Alabama had sliced an early 10-point deficit to 33-32 at halftime. The Tide took its only lead of the half on Cooper's 3-pointer with 53 seconds left. Then Cotton answered with two free throws to give the Shockers the halftime edge.
"We knew coming into the game where they were strong," Tide coach Anthony Grant said. "Obviously rebounding the basketball. Very good defensively. I thought our guys did a good job in the first half of weathering the storm when we got down.
"In the second half, it was back and forth," he added. "Came down to a few plays at the end. Some rebounds, some opportunities that we didn't finish."
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RAVENSWOOD - Ravenswood City Council met Tuesday, August 5, at 7:00 p.m. for the regular session. Upon completion of the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer by Councilman Jared Bloxton, Mayor Ihle called the meeting to order.
Initially, Council dealt with a recommendation by the Planning Commission to abandon a right-of-way on the unpaved area of Water Street between Mulberry and Sycamore Streets. After much debate, Council members came to a unanimous decision to decline the planning commission's recommendation.
The second agenda item pertained to a resolution appointing and confirming members to the Planning Commission. Brad Dawson was the name brought to the table and passed unanimously by council.
Council heard the first reading of the abandoned structures registration ordinance. According to the ordinance draft as read by city attorney Steve Cogar, fee violations from unpaid abandoned structures will be assessed on a daily basis. Every day the owner of the "abandoned structure,"- be it a home or building fails to meet building inspectors maintenance requirements, he/she will face daily fines until the maintenance issue is resolved. Council also discussed possible structural fees. Council members would like to gain knowledge from surrounding cities about their abandoned structure fees before determining Ravenswood's final course.
Council approved an agreement with Jackson County Board of Education to maintain a PRO officer at Ravenswood Middle School; and passed a motion in regards to approving an agreement with West Virginia Development Office for park improvements.
Council discussed the repair and replacement of the air conditioning unit at the Riverfront Museum. After much debate, the council decided to put it out to local bids for one week.
Council member Ken Vintorini gave a report regarding business and occupation taxation. Vintorini said the council is open to suggestions from the public in regard to bringing more revenue into the Ravenswood area.
Regarding a maintenance department truck purchase proposal, council discussed amongst themselves the most cost efficient route to go. After the council members each voiced their concerns regarding items brought to their attention since their last meeting, council went into executive session and was adjourned by Mayor Ihle.
Council hears "abandoned structures" first reading
RAVENSWOOD - Ravenswood City Council met Tuesday, August 5, at 7:00 p.m. for the regular session. Upon completion of the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer by Councilman Jared Bloxton, Mayor Ihle called the meeting to order.


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Ingredients for 4 people: 800g sucking kid 200g kid's liver 2 small onions 2 ripe red tomatoes 1 red pepper ½ spoonful of La Vera sweet paprika ½ spoonful of La Vera spicy paprika 2 dried chorizo peppers 2 bay leaves 6 cloves of garlic pepper vinegar oil salt
Cut the kid meat into small pieces and season with the pepper. Chop the onions, the tomatoes and the red pepper and lightly fry them until they are golden. Meanwhile, fry the kid meat in a frying pan, taking it off the heat when ready. Brown the liver, garlic, paprika and the chorizo peppers in the same oil. Add a dash of oil. Put the meat into the casserole in which you are frying the onions, the tomatoes and the pepper and cover everything with water. Add the bay leaves. Pass the liver, garlic, paprika and peppers through a blender to get a fine paste and pour this over the meat. Continue cooking until the meat is tender and the sauce thick. The seasoning can be corrected before serving.
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|2011-11-24, 22:23
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@ Rain - He'll enter her bed when he goes out drinking with Ichika and Irish. It's sweet and is a heartwarming moment......till the video Paparazzi san took off the three gets released. Then Megaton punches start appearing
The dirt thing sounds more reasonable but there's nothing he can say since he's not exactly hiding much of anything (Drug abuse and Gynophobia not withstanding). Tatenashi tried taking him on a date on SWC. It started pretty bad since she told him to remove all his weapons but he refused to do it.
Irish and Laura's idea of a date is basic. They think spending time with the opposite gender, no matter the activity, counts as a date. He says he and Laura go on dates sometimes and she agrees to his explanation.
|2011-11-24, 22:25
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@ Eratas: Which causes Kyuukai to rage/grieve until he finds out he's the only one who took her on a date with any romantic intentions between the two.
So he's going to be raging/grieving for a while.
On a side note, are you familiar with Negima?
|2011-11-24, 22:35
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@ Eratas: You could do something like Poyo Rainyday's artifact. Have Tabane (or Phantom Task for that matter) inject the protagonists into a virtual reality (matrix-style ).
That world would be perfect. It's each of the protagonists perfect existance. The world would be at peace, no wars, the IS could or could not exist, etc.
Ichika could have his parents. He'd be living a simple life. He'd have Houki and Dan and Rin, a really simple life, the life he had before ISA. What he views as his perfect world, without murderous yanderes or attention he doesn't like.
Kyuukai could have his family. He'd be innocent, unscarred, mentally stable. The wars never happened, he became Tabane's and Ryuu's blood-related child, Koyomi would have her father and he wouldn't be dead. Caitlin would be alive, his life would never roll downhill. And his life becomes an escalator, easily taking him up to where he wants to go.
I don't know what Irish would like though.
Tabane could use this reality as a test. To see if the protagonists want to leave or not, to mentally condition them, prepare them. She's perfectly content with leaving her son in there for the rest of his life if she had to... Visiting him with Koyomi by her side every day.
But if Phantom Task puts them in, it could be a tool to milk out information or subdue the protagonists.
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|2011-11-24, 22:43
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@ Eratas: I'm not Zero. He's not even online.
And of course they would recognize it would be perfect. But once you taste a perfect reality, take a bite of forbidden fruit... Would you really want to go back?
I don't know about Irish case though... If he had the perfect life given to him, would he really turn it away?
Eventually, the protagonists do, but the decision to leave will be terribly hard to make.
|2011-11-24, 22:51
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@ Rain -Sorry, typo Anyway, Irish has amnesia about his life prior to being 7 and at that point he was already at the camp. So Irish has no perfect life planned for himself. He's fully expecting to die before he reaches 17 since the skull suit is already destroying his body due to his overuse.
Irish and Ichika also like to face the hardships of realitu head on and not retreat to a safe place. Irish continously fights for what he believes in and Ichika fights to make the world better for everyone, not just himself, so he won't accept it either.
If PT does it, it's most likely after Irish finds out his only family is working for them, so his perfect life wouldn't be an alive family. Irish doesn't find it hard to turn away due to his self destructive outlook on himself. Also, all he cares about is Joshua's freedom, not his own satisfaction.
I don't know about Kyuukai, but neither of the first 2 will find it hard to turn away the temptation.
|2011-11-24, 22:56
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@ Eratas: Though I guess that won't stop them from at least enjoying it and going with the flow for a bit.
But if they aren't aware that it's not the real reality from the beginning, they could have subconcious thoughts, feelings, that tell them "this is wrong, this isn't real", over the duration of the stay.
Irish and Ichika will easily turn back, ready to fight, perhaps stronger. Kyuukai on the other hand would stay behind to give some goodbyes. Then he would probably leave after one last look around his perfect world.
And each of the protagonists could take notes of this perfect world. And find some way to turn their reality to be as perfect as this fantasy.
|2011-11-24, 23:01
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@ Rain - All the protags have something they want and they want to earn it themselves. None of them accept a perfect world just given to them. PT should be the one to do it since Irish and Ichika will have issues with Tabane for putting them through thay without their consent.
How do you want Kyuukai to be connected to PT? Ichika has his "sister" Madoka while Irish has his mother and sisters there. I'm also wondering if Irish should kill his family when he wins or not.
|2011-11-24, 23:20
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@ Eratas: And that's why they choose to leave.
This may sound cliched, but it's a concept I've been twirling around my head.
Kyuukai has a biological older brother that's about a 3 years older than him. He was born before Daisuke became an arrogant douche. He actually agreed to take care of him when he was born. But he was declared dead upon birth. And was secretly taken to PT for genetic experiments. This was before the IS came into the world.
The procedures left the boy genetically disfigured (in a way I still need to shape out) but left within PT's armed forces to train the best he could. His "death" caused them to divorce. 3 years later, upon the anniversary of their son's death, they did it one more time, conceiving Kyuukai, in their sorrow. And Daisuke cut Yukari from his life for good, not knowing about his ex-wife's pregnancy.
Many years (and women) later, Daisuke meets Kyuukai. And Kyuukai mistakes the regret in Daisuke's eyes (as he remembered his one mistake), for a lack of love or grief of his first wife.
And around Kyuukai's second year at ISA, federal police teams arrest him. Why? Because Daisuke Murakami was brutally assaulted in an attempt on his life. He survived, but witnessesses say a person who looked startlingly like Kyuukai attacked him.
While Daisuke was at the graveyard remembering his lost son with his latest wife and stepdaughter, he looked up at the grave to see a young man who looked just like him at a younger age. And then the man pulled out a knife, and attacked. Police arrived upon the scene, causing the man to flee. And they had time to save Daisuke's life.
This man was Kyuukai's brother. EDEN Project Specimen #19.
Codename: ADAM.
And adopted by the commander of PT. Squall's father.
His name is Asmodeus. Nicknamed Adam. And his job is that of an assassin. And his latest target:
Tabane Shinonono.
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|2011-11-25, 00:23
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@ Rain - Squall's father? Sorry, I don't think a guy would be stupid enough to make a team of militant man haters and not expect that to backfire on him. The leader of PT here is Squall, no one else holds the title.
Also, PT are borderline female supremacists in the fic. Why do you think they placed Irish at the camp despite his mother working for them? They believe that the IS makes them eligible to rule the world and those that can't pilot them can't be accepted. Most of their operatives are people PT saved from their horrible lives and most of them were because of men, so I doubt they'd train a male assassin. Basically, think of how Jigsaw makes his apprentices.
The assassin could be his older sister, that would make sense for PT to raise her up. It won't be that hard to frame Kyuukai since all they'd need is a blood sample and the closest match they'd fins would be Kyuukai since her record isn't on any database.
@ Zero - Do you know what a Tracheotomy is?
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|2011-11-25, 02:52
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@ Eratas: I'm keeping Adam a guy, since who would expect a guy to have such an important part in PT, when males are basically grunts.
Also, Squall's father is the commander/leader figure of the Phantom Task preceeding Squall's reign. The reins get handed over to her after society begins it's shift. Though Squall loves her old man enough to leave him with some control.
It's not like PT uses IS for everything. They still need other work done, even if the present focus is theIS. So, Squall's father runs the remainder of the organizations, such as the mercenary core, the assassins, the drug runners, conmen, and every branch of business both legitimate and illegitimate.
Squall's half may be the beating heart and blood and organs of PT, but her old man with a slowly failing body is the bones, muscle, skin and nerves.
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@ Rain - So Squall lets her old man have power since she loves him? Makes sense I guess, she's been shown to love Autumn in canon so it's not a stretch that she loves her parents. Her mother probably died at some point.
I found some info saying that PT has been around since the 1940's so maybe the female dominance is recent?
The Adam thing is your choice, I'm not sure if I can include it in Shadow though. If they were willing to keep Adam, why not Irish? Then again, maybe him trying to stop his mom from killing his abusive father made them think he couldn't be used the same way as Adam.
Side note - How would Kyuukai handle a Jigsaw trap? As in, no weapons or any special equipment, just his own self.
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Capoeira, Judo, and "Mubyoushi".
Presumably more.
Quoting the novel to make Mubyoushi easier to understand.
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No Fly Zone 4 Details:
Uniquely extreme describes the now fourth No Fly Zone half-mile airstrip roll-race event – a place where reaching 160+mph is routine. Hosted by Omega Motorsport, the latest No Fly Zone 4 brought together European supercars alongside historically fast tuner platforms that ranged from Toyota Supras to BMW M3s and Chevy Corvettes. Unlike other top speed events such as the Mojave Mile, there are no hard classes or rigid run schedule, simply lineup against whomever you'd like, wait your turn, run and repeat continuously. Think test-and-tune format at your local drag strip with much higher trap speeds. This year's late March two-day event brought out approximately 110 cars at an attendee cost of $200 per day.
No Fly Zone spectators are also afforded vantage points very near the rolling start zone, a factor not found at more regulated airstrip attacks. The mood is light, the cars are serious and the action is nonstop - all local gearheads should put it on the schedule.
Stamped within the flat farm landscape of Shafter, CA, the rural Minter Field airstrip plays host to this "run what you brung" half-mile roll-racing event. Race gas, food vendors and helicopter rental were also available on-site. For the most enthusiastic it is not unrealistic to run upwards of 30-40 times a day. Omega Motorsport No Fly Zone 4 event organizer Tony Lopez has seen annual event growth since inception and further explained what occurred this year:
"No Fly Zone 4 went very well, once again. We remained as efficient as ever, running races about every 30 seconds. That meant that many of the over 100 participants received 30 runs or more in, in a single day. The runway surface offered great grip and there was no wind. A couple engines didn't make it to the end of the day, but those drivers vowed to be even stronger next time! It's always a great event when our Fire-Rescue crew is bored. Thankfully, they only rolled out to check fluid leaks and pick up a couple of front splitters from the runway surface."
Multiple shop cars attended including built BMWs of European Auto Source and Burger Tuning. While a European Auto Source supercharged BMW M3 worked to break the 165mph mark Jason D'Ambrossi of Burger Motorsports (BMS) in Simi Valley, CA tested and sorted drivetrain malfunctions of its tuned 2014 BMW 435i. D'Ambrossi stated:
"We're out here testing our 414hp BMS BMW 435i – it currently holds the world record for horsepower of 435. It's running race gas, JB4 BM Performance Tuner, BMS intake and downpipe. I have an E92 and 135i and the 435i is all around much better then both of them, looks good too."
The Bisimoto Engineering 771hp 1976 Porsche 911 reiterated modern technology in a vintage chassis can be a perfect blend of nostalgia and speed. Tuning legend Bisi Ezerioha filled us in on his widened electric blue'76 911, "It may look really old and classic but it has all of the latest technology including a water-cooled twin-turbo 996 engine, six-speed gearbox, full drive-by-wire and CAN BUS communication protocol." There were also unconfirmed rumblings that the Bisimoto 1000+hp drag Civic broke 230mph, which would've been a world record. Unfortunately, there was no evidence to confirm.
JDM enthusiasts were not in short supply either as a range of Nissan GT-R, Toyota Supra and a clean Mazda RX-7 builds lined up beside European and domestic heavyweights. For reference, the type of JDM weaponry trolling around included a single-turbo six-speed FSR Motorsport Creations Supra utilizing a mildly built head and stock short block that made around 700whp.
One man or better yet one collection of vehicles garnered much attention throughout the day. Travis Ellis, a local businessman and No Fly Zone veteran brought out three staggering big-budget performers best described by him:
"I brought a 2006 Ford GT modified to just over 1000hp, a 2004 Porsche Carrera GT with a GIAC tune and GMG Racing exhaust and a tuned 2010 Ferrari 458. The Ford is the fastest by far but the Carrera GT is the most fun to drive by far – it's violent. I ran the Porsche against my Ferrari and the Porsche won by about five car lengths, which was pretty impressive."
As seen in the above video, we were lucky enough to hop in Ellis' Carrera GT (the once $440K predecessor to the recent Porsche 918 Spyder) for a run against a carbon-fiber laden 600hp 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo with mods that included full exhaust, intake, flashed ECU, one-off racing suspension, and RWD conversion. The hard-shifting Carrera GT exploded off the 50mph roll-speed start and walked the Gallardo by at least a few car lengths reaching a trap speed upwards of 170mph. It was clear the Porsche had much more pull left after blowing past the finish line where heavy pressure was supplied to the carbon brakes. We then stepped into the Gallardo for a second chance against the Carrera GT. The result was the same but no less impressive. It was moment we will not soon forget.
The photos and accompanying event video best surmise this year's Omega Motorsport No Fly Zone 4. It went off without a hitch and brought together a range of tuner platforms not normally seen running against one another. While danger is of course inherent in top speed events, there is no safer place to bury the throttle and see what your car is capable of than on a mile-long airstrip. We hope to see you there next time!


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Ruling Due In Etan Patz Case
A man charged with murder decades after one of the nation's most infamous child disappearances is due to learn whether a judge believes there's enough evidence to bring the case to trial.
Pedro Hernandez of Maple Shade was awaiting a ruling due Wednesday in the case surrounding 6-year-old Etan Patz, last seen walking to his Manhattan school bus stop in 1979.
Authorities say they have finally found the culprit in Hernandez, who confessed after his arrest last year and had made incriminating remarks years before. But his lawyer has said that Hernandez is schizophrenic and bipolar, and that his admission was false, peppered with questionable claims and made after almost seven hours of police questioning.
"No evidence or witnesses have been found corroborating any of the few facts" in Hernandez's confession, defense lawyer Harvey Fishbein wrote last month in papers arguing that the case should be dismissed.
The Manhattan district attorney's office has previously said there's enough proof to sustain the case, Hernandez willingly talked with investigators and prosecutors don't believe his confession is a mentally ill man's imaginings. Under New York law, a person can be convicted based only on a confession, if there's additional evidence that a crime was committed.
"The evidence before the grand jury (that indicted Hernandez) amply supports the offenses charged," prosecutors wrote in a filing this winter.
Etan vanished on May 25, 1979; the anniversary later was named National Missing Children's Day in his memory. He became one of the first vanished children pictured on a milk carton.
Hernandez, 52, was arrested last May after police got a tip that he'd told people years before that he had killed a child in New York City.
Hernandez then told authorities he'd seen Etan at the bus stop, offered the boy a soda to entice him to a corner store where Hernandez worked and choked the boy in the basement. Hernandez said he tossed Etan's book bag behind a basement freezer, put his limp body in a box and left it with some trash about a block away.


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A Mint Wedding by the sea in the beautiful Portugal coast. This Venezuelan couple chose Portugal to get married, offering their friends and family an amazing experience and good time. The wedding theme was about "Collecting memories". So in each table there were frames with photos of everyone and a Polaroid and an album to add more memories during party time.
And because Portugal in Summer days could be hot they server a chilled lemonade to welcome all the guests.
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DON'T FORGET to sign up for the corn and soybean marketing game MarketMaxx. The game enters its second year and offers a number of big prices, including one-year's use of a Massey Ferguson MF9000 self-propelled combine or a Massey Ferguson tractor.
Sponsored by The Corn and Soybean Digest, MarketMaxx is designed to help growers become better marketers. In the contest, entrants are given a simulated value of 100,000 bu. of corn and 50,000 bu. of soybeans as a trading base. Participants place simulated orders.
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Both subwoofers have a maximum power output of 1400 watts. You now have a choice to select from either a Dual-Voice Coil 2-ohm or 4-ohm subwoofer:
For extraordinary performance, the cones are made of Pioneer's IMPP with Aramid Fiber, and we've used a dual mass magnet assembly for higher magnetic force � and more power. The wire terminals are spring-loaded and can take up to 8-gauge wire.
To ensure that you get more natural bass, we�ve incorporated out new Basalt fiber technology into our shallow subwoofers. The volcanic-rock fibers create a cone that is lightweight, rigid, well damped, stable in temperature extremes, and more environmentally friendly. In short, this bass really rocks.
A sub's surround plays a key role in its overall performance. In order for bass response to be clear and tight, the surround has to respond evenly around its entire circumference without flexing or puckering, even at high volume levels. That's why Pioneer created a surround consisting of two layers of urethane, with a layer of interwoven fiber between them. It's strong, stable, and it reduces distortion.
It's simple, really. Follow us here: to accurately drive and control its voice coil, a speaker needs a magnet and a pole yoke, to create magnetic force. The bigger or denser the magnet, the greater the magnetic force. The greater the magnetic force, the greater the power and control that's exerted over the voice coil. To make this happen in a big way, we use a Dual Mass Magnet assembly (weighing in at 83oz.) to significantly increase the magnetic force. SO, you get bigger and more accurate music. And yes, we even included a magnet cover.
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TS-W308D2/4 provides two voice coils, each either at dual 2 or dual 4 ohms. So you can use a low-impedance amp to produce much bigger, much more powerful bass. More options, more power: that's what DVC is all about.
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Don't Be A Jerk To A Minor In Louisiana Or Say Anything Sexually Suggestive In Scotland
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Meanwhile, Glyn Moody points us to a new law in Scotland that outlaws "indecent communication" online. The law says you can't say anything sexually related to someone without first getting consent. While, the intentions are good, the reality is that this will almost certainly lead to problems:
In our culture, it is not normal to ask people for permission to say something sexual during the course of a facebook chat or a conversation in a bar. "Do you mind if I deploy an innuendo" just wouldn't sound right. And quite frankly it shouldn't.The more and more governments try to regulate how people talk to each other online, the more and more ridiculous it's going to look.
Whether people get off with each other in bars, or engage in mundane msn conversations that degenerate into bad internet sex, people frequently make the transition from polite conversation into something more erotic. And this very often necessitates somebody saying something on a whim, somebody communicating some sexual feeling in the hope that it will be reciprocated. And sometimes that means saying something under circumstances that don't quite match up to a "reasonable belief in consent".


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AHL Playoff Game Night: 6-1-12 Marlies at Admirals Game One
Stat of the night: the winner of Game One in the Calder Cup Finals has gone on to hoist the championship 74.9% of the time.
Norfolk Leads the Series 1-0
Dustin Tokarski allowed 1 goal on 24 shots for the victory. He came within an eyelash of setting an all-time AHL playoff shutout streak record. Norfolk's playing a championship brand of defense right now. They're not allowing a lot of chances and the few times they do, they're getting the timely save from Tic. If they keep playing defense like they have since they tightened up at the end of the Connecticut series in the Eastern Semis, it's hard to imagine they can lose a 7 game series.
First Period
NOR Conacher, (2) (Johnson, Oberg), 12:21
Second Period
NOR Johnson, (4) (Barberio, Conacher), 10:03 (PP)
Third Period
TOR Ashton, (1) (Scott, Gardiner), 3:57
NOR Segal, (4) (Smith, Gudas), 19:31 (EN)
Cory Conacher and Tyler Johnson were the game's first and second stars. When the chips are down, you need your best players to be your best players. Conacher was the best player in the league the first half of the AHL regular season and TJ was probably the best in the second half, but neither has really had a dominant playoffs. Tonight they stepped up at the time when they were needed to put their club over the top.
Brandon Segal, with the empty netter, threw the Kill Switch on Toronto's Game One comeback hopes.
Looking deeper into the box score there's some interesting nuggets to consider going into Game Two. Norfolk outshot Toronto a very impressive 42-24 in the game, as Toronto struggled with the speed and tenacity that have really been the cornerstones of Norfolk's game this year. But, Norfolk allowed Toronto 10 power plays to the Admirals' 5, which is unacceptable. Then again, that kind of puts the quality of Norfolk's night defensively into even better perspective. If you allow an 10-5 PP disparity and still outshoot your opponents 42-24, that says something.
I suspect Norfolk wanted to set a tone with the machismo tonight against a Brian Burke led Toronto organization that prides themselves on being able to bloody their opponents' noses. Norfolk does have some guys on their roster who are speedsters who are on the slight side, and an uninformed scouting report might say to try to push them around. This Admirals team has relished the physical challenge all year, though. They don't care if the Marlies have Don Cherry's endorsement, and while they do have a few guys who are small speedsters with skill, it would be incredibly foolish to think they can't handle their business when called upon. They've got jam in every flavor. Norfolk probably got a little overzealous in that respect, though, and I suspect that, with the point proven, Jon Cooper's going to reel his boys in. Tomorrow night's going to be a huge game for Norfolk, because you want to head into Toronto with the luxury of really only having to win 1 of 3 in Toronto before, if necessary, going back to Scope for Game Six and Game Seven. They can make their lives a lot easier and go a long way toward finishing the drill, overall, by focusing in and getting this big Game Two "W" tomorrow night.
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Remember Hamilton's hoontastic shenanigans during the Australian Grand Prix weekend in March? The verdict from Oz is in: Hamilton was fined $440.
This makes McLaren's 2008 F1 world champion officially a hoon, as he was indicted on charges of improper use of a motor vehicle, specifically for doing burnouts in a
borrowed Benz, which falls under Section 84C of the state of Victoria's Road Safety Act 1986, commonly known as the hoon law.
In a hilarious quote supplied to the Guardian by his lawyer Sandip Mukerjea, Hamilton suffered "embarrassment, humiliation and distress" as a result of the incident.
The fine of A$500—US$440 at today's exchange rate—raises an interesting question: can a person who makes the kind of money a heavily sponsored modern F1 champion like Hamilton does conceive of that sum? Don't laugh. Imagine, if you're a person with a regular human income, paying for goods or services in the sub-cent range. It's anything but trivial.
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text: Ambrose Mosley scored five first half points Rick Voight Monarchs Beat George Mason 71-66 January 04, 2014 By ODU Athletics ODU MBB vs Geo. Mason - Recap ODU MBB vs Geo. Mason - Presser ODU vs. George Mason ODU-Mason box Photo Album NORFOLK, VA—Old Dominion had four players in double figures led by sophomore Aaron Bacote's 20 points to defeat George Mason Saturday night, 71-66 in front of 7,511 in the Ted Constant Convocation Center. Bacote hit three-of-four free throws in the final four seconds to help win the game. ODU, now in Conference USA improves to 6-9 while Mason now in the Atlantic 10 drops to 7-7 as this was the final non-conference game for both. Joining Bacote in double figures were Dimitri Batten with 13 and Richard Ross and Keenan Palmore with 12 each. The Monarchs took a 40-29 lead into halftime on .560 (14-25) shooting from the field and 10-for-11 shooting from the free throw line. Palmmore led with nine points, followed by eight from Bacote and seven from Ross. The Patriots were shooting .370 (10-27) from the field and had six turnovers which led to 12 Monarch points. In the second half, the Monarchs led by as many as 13, 51-38 with 14:28 remaining after two Richared Ross free throws. Mason rallied and got to within two at 66-64 with eight seconds left after two Byron Allen free throws and 68-66 with five seconds left again after two Allen free throws. Aaron Bacote hit one of two free throws with four seconds left and after a mason turnover, bacote hit two more to seal the victory, ending ODU's two-game losing streak and its five-game losing streak to the Patriots which dated back to the 2010-11 season. The Monarchs didn't score a bucket the last 8:14 of the game, and only six field goals for the entire second half, but hit 18-of-35 free throws in the final half. Both teams made more free throws than field goals for the game. Mason was 24-of-32 for the game and ODU was 28-of-46. The 28 free throws made is one shy of the ODU Constant Center mark of 29 made against VMI in Dec. 2011. The 46 free throws attempted by the Monarchs tied the mark in that same VMI contest. The opponent Constant center free throw mark is 41-50 set last year by Delaware. ODU finished the night shooting .444 (20-45) from the floor, while mason was .392 (20-51). The Patriots outrebounded ODU, 38-33. Johnny Williams led Mason with a game high 10 rebounds, while freshman Denzell Taylor and redshirt junior forward Richard Ross led ODU with seven rebounds each. Palmore led with three steals for ODU, while Bacote dished out four assists and Richard Ross blocked another two shots. Sherrod Wright led the Patriots with 25 points, including 14-for-18 from the free throw line, followed by Byron Allen with 18 points and four assists and Patrick Holloway scored 10. ODU opens its first season in conference USA play next Saturday at East Carolina.


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• CTE Month all about "superheroes"
• Governor's Grants for CTE awarded to districts
- Wolsey-Wessington students spend week solving mock crimes
A week-long Forensics in the Classroom program is helping students and teachers prepare for problem-based learning.
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Each week, Big Issues focuses on newly released comic-book issues of significance. This week, they are Batgirl #15 and Batman And Robin #15. Written by Gail Simone (Birds Of Prey, Secret Six) and Peter Tomasi (Green Lantern Corps, Nightwing) and drawn by Daniel Sampere (Justice League Of America, Justice League Dark) and Patrick Gleason (Green Lantern Corps, Aquaman), these two crossover tie-ins present an image of Batman's archnemesis that is gruesome, terrifying, and very entertaining.
When DC had the Clown Prince of Crime cut his face off at the start of the New 52, the publisher established that the Joker was no laughing matter anymore. Now, two months into the villain's return, the Bat-family of titles is in full-on event mode, with the Joker targeting Batman and comrades in the "Death Of The Family" crossover. Those who want their Batman stories exceedingly grim have a lot to like with this current storyline, which features a bad guy who wears his old face as a dead, wrinkled flesh mask while psychologically tormenting his opponents.
In the pages of Gail Simone and Daniel Sampere's Batgirl #15, that means abducting and cutting off the finger of Barbara Gordon's mother and proposing to the superheroine. In Peter Tomasi and Patrick Gleason's stunning Batman And Robin #15, Joker goes after Batman's son, luring Robin into the Gotham Zoo for a horrific night inside the aviary. Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo have been doing solid work on the main Batman title, but Bruce Wayne's hubris is beginning to overtake his detective mind, preventing him from accepting the idea that the Joker has discovered the secret identities of him and his allies. None of that doubt is present in Batgirl or Batman And Robin, where the Joker is portrayed as an almost supernaturally powerful foe who knows exactly where to cut to guarantee the most pain.
DC made a dramatic cut of its own last week, firing Gail Simone from Batgirl via email; the decision has garnered heated reactions from fans and fellow creators, and rightfully so. Simone has shown admirable loyalty to DC during its recent turbulence, and it's distressing to see her unceremoniously removed from a book that she's dedicated so much of herself to (especially considering how much extra PR weight Simone had to carry when Barbara Gordon was taken out of her wheelchair for the New 52). Simone's Batgirl is a heroine struggling to overcome past trauma but fiercely dedicated to her mission. She's a vulnerable figure who knows how dangerous the superhero lifestyle can be, but will always jump into action when her city needs her. With the return of the Joker, the man who put Barbara in a wheelchair for three years, Simone gives Batgirl her toughest challenge yet, and she'll have to be as ruthless as her opponent if she's going to save herself and her mother.
The new incarnation of the Joker isn't much of a clown, and his character has firmly moved into the realm of slasher-flick villain. Now that he's sliced his face off, he's joined the ranks of Leatherface, Jason, and Michael Myers, except he has a tendency to monologue a lot more than those other serial killers. Simone frames her penultimate Batgirl issue with a flashback to the Joker (with face) tormenting an Arkham doctor with his journal entries, showing how he uses fear as a tactic to get what he wants. The flashback keeps Joker's threat level high during an issue that is essentially Batgirl kicking his ass around a roller rink, building to a moment that Barbara has been thinking about for a long, long time.
A former librarian, Barbara gets the best of Joker by using her brain. She warns Joker's armed henchmen that the nail bomb her mother is sitting on has a 40-foot blast radius, convincing them to stand down unless they want the man paying their checks to be eviscerated. That gives her the opportunity to tackle Joker to the ground, grabbing his gun and pushing it against his spine with the intent of making him feel the same pain she endured at his hand. It's the moment that Simone has building to since her Birds Of Prey days, when Barbara finally faces the Joker on equal footing and gets her opportunity for vengeance. A sniper prevents Barbara from taking the shot, but in that instant, she tastes the darkness and Joker knows it. And maybe that was his goal all along.
Sampere is working in DC's current house style, with clean, Ivan Reis-lite pencils that capably get the job done, but aren't very atmospheric. There are some striking images, like an opening splash page of Joker roller-skating around Batgirl and her mother, but it's standard superhero art where something geared more toward horror would work better. That's where Batman And Robin #15 is a huge success. Gleason has been doing the best work of his career on this title, and both he and Tomasi have an affinity for the Damien character that results in spectacular stories whenever he's spotlighted. (See Batman And Robin #0.)
Over the past six years, Damien has become one of the most fascinating heroes in DC's stable, a 10-year-old boy who suppresses his homicidal urges so that he can please his emotionally distant father. He'd never admit it, but Damien has come to appreciate having a family, and now Joker is trying to tear that apart. The Joker is trying to weaken Batman by eliminating those who are closest him (shades of Geoff Johns' Reverse Flash there); he's taken Bruce's father figure, Alfred, and blinded him, and now he has Bruce's son, too. Grant Morrison did great work establishing a rivalry between Damien and the Joker, and Tomasi carries that relationship into this issue. The Joker's insanity has always been a contrast to Batman's brilliant detective mind, and that dynamic is apparent in the villain's interactions with Robin, but with the added complication that Damien has a killer inside him that his father doesn't.
In #15, when Damien is sidelined by his father (again), he teams up with Titus the Bat-hound to find out where Joker has taken the abducted Alfred Pennyworth, walking right into the villain's trap in the Gotham Zoo. After being drugged by hyena spit and trapped in a giant egg, Robin comes face-to-semi-face with the Joker in one extremely disturbing splash page, which shows the rogue wearing his face-mask upside down so that his eyes are peeking through his lips. Before Batman And Robin #15, no artist had been able to fully capture just how disgusting the Joker's new face would look in real life, but Gleason's heavily textured linework shows every wrinkle, plus all the maggots crawling on the decayed flesh. It's nasty, but the Joker literally turning his frown upside down while staring directly at the reader is a nauseatingly effective visual. The Joker's new face is basically a harlequin mask made of flesh, and when he puts it on, he's preparing to put on a show. To make it extra creepy, Gleason rarely draws in the Joker's eyes, which combined with all the flies on his body makes the villain look like an eternally grinning zombie.
The Bat-family of titles feature some of DC's strongest artists, but Gleason has risen to the top with his eye for dramatic staging and intensely shadowed, meticulously detailed pencils. Combined with Mick Gray's intricate inks and John Kalisz's evocative colors, the art on this book is perfect for Gotham City, creating an urban environment blanketed in darkness that hides danger around every corner. There's a gorgeous page of Damien arriving at the Gotham Zoo where almost everything is presented in silhouettes, the only light coming from the bloody moon and Damien's flashlight.
When the Joker's toxin starts to works its way through Robin's system, the hero's fall is captured in a brilliantly laid-out page, beginning with Robin crashing through the aviary ceiling surrounded by a variety of different birds. Each one of the birds is a unique species, and Gleason has clearly put in a lot of work to make sure the zoo environment is as realistic as possible. As Damien falls, he reaches for the red sky, the birds now appearing as a colony of bats flying further from his grasp. Then a panel of complete darkness before four small panels of golden light shining through a small crack as Joker says, "Yes! Peck away the dark—," revealing his dead clown face through the darkness as the fracture grows. The page is laid out for maximum tension, and Gleason only gets better as the issue continues.
A major issue surrounding Gail Simone's firing is that it creates an atmosphere where no creator is safe if they don't agree with editorial. Gleason and Tomasi are doing fantastic work on Batman And Robin, but if Simone could be cut from a book that she turned into a commercial and critical success based on the strength of her writing, then anything can happen. Happy creators make better comics, but the tumultuous relationship between editorial and the talent at DC is worrying. The New 52 is currently being held up by the strength of a few select titles, and if it's going to compete against Marvel Now!, DC needs to build a healthier relationship between management and the workers.


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New Car Review
2014 Mazda6: First Drive Review
The 2014 Mazda6 is a very important car for Mazda and for anyone looking at midsize sedans. The Mazda6 is the company's version of more popular cars like the Honda Accord and Ford Fusion. It's also the third generation of a model that's trying to combine the enthusiast appeal of the first Mazda6 with Mazda's need to appeal more to the mainstream.
Targeting driving enthusiasts
Mazda doesn't intend for the Mazda6 to go head-to-head with the Camry or Accord in terms of sheer popularity. Instead, Mazda is focused on just one portion of the enormous midsize sedan market: primarily, younger drivers who like cars, value styling, appreciate gadgets -- and, above all, love to drive.
If that sounds like you, chances are good that you'll like the Mazda6. On the road, the sedan drives like few of its rivals. Handling is Miata-sharp on even the most challenging twists and turns, and the steering avoids the numbness found in most midsize sedans -- including the previous Mazda6. There's very little lean when cornering, and there's little sign of the understeer common in front-wheel drive cars. We think Mazda6 drivers will regularly be pleasantly surprised by the realization that they're actually behind the wheel of a four-door sedan.
Unfortunately, they they may be less enthusiastic when they press the acceleratior pedal. While the Mazda6's 2.5-liter Skyactiv 4-cylinder engine is adequate, it's hardly spry. At 184 horsepower, it's on par with the base engines offered in other midsize sedans -- which is fine, except it's the currently the only engine available in the Mazda6. Most competitors offer V6 or turbo options for those who want extra power.
Mazda hasn't revealed plans for more performance, but promises a slightly punchier 2.2-liter Skyactiv-D diesel engine later this year. Still, the "zoom zoom" brand can't match rivals like the Hyundai Sonata 2.0T and Toyota Camry V6, both of which offer around 270 hp.
But Mazda balances the lack of power in two ways. First is great fuel economy. Mazda ignored complicated and expensive hybrid and electric powertrains to focus on fine-tuning the traditional gas engine with its "Skyactiv" technology. The result is up to 26 mpg city and 38 mpg highway -- class-leading figures for non-hybrids.
The Mazda6 also features a great automatic transmission. Dubbed Skyactiv-Drive and planned for 90 percent of sales (the rest get a slick-shifting 6-speed manual), Mazda says it shifts quicker than the dual-clutch gearboxes offered by some rivals. On the road, it didn't feel quite that fast -- but it's no slouch, either. And its smooth shifts are much better than the jerkiness of some dual-clutch boxes. Best of all, it's a fuel economy champ: it's the automatic rather than the manual transmission that provides the best fuel economy in the Mazda6.
High-tech for everyone
Of course, the 2014 Mazda6 offers more than just a new look, engine and transmission. We're especially impressed by the variety of gadgets, which range from common items like navigation to more cutting-edge features such as blind spot detection and adaptive cruise control.
While the TomTom-based navigation system felt a bit clunky, the blind spot system worked exactly as it should. A light in the side mirror indicates when a car is in your blind spot, and an alarm sounds if you signal in the direction of the occupied blind spot. Simple but practical. The same goes for the adaptive cruise control, which maintains a safe distance from the car in front of you, even if they slow down. The system required no instruction to use and performed its job effortlessly for many miles.
Most of the gadgets are reserved for the upscale Grand Touring trim, with a starting price just below $30,000. Even without the extra technology, the Mazda6's interior is a nice place to be, with comfortable, well-bolstered seats, a thick-rimmed steering wheel, and high-quality materials on virtually every surface. That's even true in base-level Sport models, which start at $20,880 with cloth upholstery and no center touchscreen. Passenger room is generous in all dimensions, and we were especially impressed by the sedan's rear headroom, which is surprisingly ample considering the sedan's sloping roofline.
That rakish roof is part of the Mazda6's handsome exterior styling that sets it apart from the notoriously humdrum midsize sedan crowd. Other notable design touches include sculpted shoulder lines, aggressive headlights with LEDs and bold front and rear fascias that were inspired by luxury sedans like the Audi A4, BMW 5 Series and Lexus GS. From the outside, it's definitely not your typical family sedan.
Popularity potential
For all its positive attributes, the Mazda6 faces an uphill battle in winning over new buyers. We think young drivers will be attracted by its handsome looks, sporty character, and available gadgets. But for others, affinity for Honda and Toyota may be too strong, the Mazda6 may be too sporty, or Mazda just might not have enough brand cachet.
To us, that's a shame. Buyers who pass up the Mazda6 are missing out on a well-rounded package balancing fuel economy and performance, style and substance. Put simply, we don't think Mazda will be facing an identity crisis any time soon.


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This beautiful brass teacher's bell with wooden handle in in very nice condition. There is a small sratch on the handle. I am uncertain of the year of this bell. It is 6" tall and is a wonderful addition to any collection.


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2014 GMC Savana 3500: New Car Review
Sitting at the top of GMC's Savana menu is the 3500. Among the full-size van lineup, the 2014 GMC Savana 3500 packs the biggest punch both in commercial use and as a weekend RV, offering roughly 800 additional pounds of payload over its 2500 sibling. Like all GMC vans, the Savana 3500 employs a fully boxed frame, available locking rear differential and StabiliTrak electronic stabilization.
The design intent of the Savana 3500 is still heavy-duty usage. As a passenger van, the Savana with the 155-inch wheelbase can carry 15 passengers, while as a tow vehicle it can handle as much as 10,000 pounds. The 3500's standard drivetrain is the 4.8-liter V8, delivering 280 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The next bump is the 6.0-liter V8, providing 324 hp and 373 lb-ft of torque. (Notably, both 4.8 and 6.0 are available as flex-fuel variants, allowing an E85 mix of ethanol and gasoline.) At the top of the pyramid is GM's 6.6-liter Duramax diesel. And while its rating of 260 hp may be modest, its 525 lb-ft of torque will pull as many stumps as your acreage could provide.
Capable as it may be, the platform underpinning the Savana is aging. (It dates back to 1996.) The market for full-size domestic vans has remained static until recently. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, which was also sold as a Dodge during the Mercedes/Chrysler marriage, competes with a more modern and efficient design. Ford has a new full-size van (also based on a European model) coming soon. The Nissan NV full-size van is now available for both cargo and passenger applications. And Chrysler's RAM division recently launched its all-new ProMaster cargo van, which boasts updated driving dynamics and fuel-efficient powertrains.
What's New for 2014?
The Savana 3500 is unchanged for the 2014 model year.
What We Like
Maximum capability to truck customers who need it; up to 15 passengers on extended-wheelbase chassis
What We Don't
Platform is showing its age; competition is heating up
How Much?
Fuel Economy
The Savana 3500 offers three engines. The standard Vortec 4.8-liter V8 makes 279 hp and 294 lb-ft of torque, while the optional 6.0-liter V8 puts out 323 hp and 373 lb-ft. For drivers who really need to haul or tow, there's the 6.6-liter Duramax diesel. Exclusive to the 3500 model in the Savana's range, it boasts only 260 hp but a whopping 525 lb-ft of torque. All engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Because of the Savana's weight and size, the Environmental Protection Agency doesn't provide fuel economy figures. Expect around 10 to 12 miles per gallon in the city and 15 to 17 mpg on the highway, regardless of engine choice.
Standard Features & Options
The Savana 3500 comes in three trim levels: a base-level "cargo" model for hauling large items, and LS or LT trims for carrying passengers. All three are offered in short- or long-wheelbase with mandatory rear-wheel drive.
Opt for the Savana Cargo ($33,100) and don't expect many standard features. The van includes only the basics, such as vinyl seating, manual air conditioning and an AM/FM stereo. There's no CD player, no OnStar telematics system and no power locks, power windows or power mirrors. However, each of those features -- and more -- can be added as options.
Choose the LS ($37,000) and you get a few more features. The most important is seats. The Savana 3500 passenger is offered in two wheelbases; regular models have a 12-person seating capacity, while the extended-length Savana can carry up to 15 people. The Savana LS also includes power door locks and cruise control.
Drivers who opt for the upscale LT ($37,500) get even more standard equipment. Such features include cloth upholstery, a compass, remote keyless entry, rear air conditioning and exterior chrome accents.
Shoppers who want the Savana's diesel engine will pay big money for the privilege. The engine costs around $10,000 extra on all Savana models, so you shouldn't choose it unless you plan on hauling and towing extensively.
In addition to the Savana's standard equipment, many options are available. Extras range from items such as power mirrors and windows to high-end features, including a reversing camera, a navigation system and rear park assist.
Standard 4-wheel disc braking with ABS and dynamic rear proportioning can reduce the drama in stopping a loaded truck. Also standard on all Savana vans is StabiliTrak, GM's electronic stability control program. Available head curtain side airbags and standard lap and shoulder belts for center-seat passengers bolster safety in an accident. Sweeping visibility in the 3500 passenger van and the newly available backup camera and parking sensors enhance your ability to avoid an accident.
The Savana 3500 is not rated in government crash tests. The Savana's mechanical twin, the Chevrolet Express, received a 3-star rollover rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, though the group didn't rate the van's front- and side-impact protection. The Savana 3500 is also unrated in tests from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety.
Behind the Wheel
No one buys a Savana cargo or passenger van with the idea of on-road competition. Whether intended for work or recreation, the Savana is a means to an end. Ponderous proportions typically make for ponderous handling and, in this regard, the Savana delivers as expected. To their credit, GM engineers have done admirably in providing the aging platform with a range of powerful V8 engine choices. As a result, the Savana 3500 goes about its business with surprising eagerness, regardless of engine choice.
Still, the arrival of recent competitors such as the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and the Nissan NV -- as well as upcoming new full-size van models from the other two Big Three U.S. automakers -- mean GM will need to modernize the GMC Savana and its sister model, the Chevrolet Express, to keep pace.
Other Cars to Consider
GMC Yukon XL-- Yes, the most obvious competitor to the GMC Savana 3500 is in the same showroom. A Yukon XL will seat up to eight, and although it doesn't deliver the sheer cubic volume of the Savana, it tops the van in comfort and over-the-road demeanor.
Ford E-350 -- The E-350 is just as dated as the Savana, but the next-generation full-size Transit arrives soon. Given the positive reception to its smaller sibling, the Transit Connect, Ford could have a winner on its hands, which would add pressure for a modernized GMC Savana.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-- The Sprinter offers impressive capability and efficiency in a considerably more modern package than the Savana 3500. But it's also more expensive.
RAM ProMaster -- With fuel-efficient V6 engines and a low load floor, RAM's latest take on the full-size van is sure to offer huge capability, whether you're hauling people or large items.
AutoTrader's Advice
We'd equip an extended-wheelbase 2014 GMC Savana 3500 cargo van with the optional 6.6-liter Duramax diesel, the Convenience package with power windows and locks, a heavy-duty locking differential, heavy-duty trailering equipment and the chrome appearance package to dress it up. We'd then ship it off to an adventure-oriented converter such as Sportsmobile, giving us a big van that could easily sleep four while carrying all the gear typically taken on a 3-week tour. We'd be out the door for roughly $45,000 plus the cost of the conversion, and we'd have a base camp suitable for virtually any venue in North America.


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Hilo has a little something for everyone, from science and history to nature hikes and amazing scenery. Enjoy the world's first 3D planetarium at Imiloa Astronomy Center, where astronomy and Polynesian culture are mixed for an entertaining and enlightening experience. Take a short hike to a glorious waterfall at Akaka Falls State Park or explore the insides of caverns with Kazumura Cave tours. Take a deep breath and feel the serenity at Liliuokalani Gardens, or visit East Hawaii Cultural Center for a great taste of local history and culture. However you decide to spend your days in Hilo, you can feel confident knowing that a vacation rental gives you all the benefits of a home away from home, making your trip even more tailored to your needs. Vacation rentals are great for families as well, and children feel more comfortable in an environment that is more like home.
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Friday, December 10, 2010
Let's Carbo Load with the Presto Pasta Nights #193 Roundup
First in my mailbox was a submission from Beth over at The Seventh Level of Boredom. She made an awesome sounding Macaroni and Cheese with Green Chiles (and a few more spicy peppers thrown in for good measure).
We get a classic Beef Stroganoff served over egg noodles from Tina over at Life in the Slow Lane at Squirrelhead Manor. Paired with a glass of red wine and some bread to sop up the rich sauce, this sounds like the perfect comfort food for cool weather dining.
A vegetarian version of Beef Stroganoff was on the menu over at Margaret's blog, The Vegetarian Casserole Queen. Queen Margaret makes a creamy sauce of mushrooms, sour cream and meat substitute crumbles to make this hearty main dish.
Crab Mac and Cheese is a new twist on a classic recipe and Kevin of the Toronto blog Closet Cooking is the brains behind it. Enough time had passed from his university days when he lived off of macaroni and cheese, and he thought to combine this old favorite with another favorite dish, crab cakes, and thus, a delicious new hybrid was born.
Claudia is the creative mind at the Hawai'ian blog, Honey from Rock, and she presents us with a plate full of Cauliflower and Pennes from Heaven. This dish combines cauliflower with parsley, anchovies, garlic, fennel seeds and pollen (fennel pollen is all over the blogosphere these days. Hope Santa brings me some in my Crispy stocking!) and other seasonings.
I was also thinking about pasta and cauliflower this week, and here at The Crispy Cook, I made a batch of Guy Fieri's Paccheri Pasta, er Rigatoni with Cauliflower and Spinach. This was a hearty vegetarian main dish with chunks of cauliflower, tomatoes, spinach, loads of sauteed garlic, red pepper flakes, capers and other seasonings.
A simple, elegant, yet fun recipe from Giada De Laurentiis was on the menu over at Girlichef this past week. Heather made Little Stars with Butter and Parmesan, a perfect dish for the whole family to share at the supper table.
My Cook the Books co-hostess and fantastic food blogger and photographer, Deb of Kahakai Kitchen, was also channeling Giada this week and cooked up her recipe for Brown Butter and Sage Sauce for Mushroom Ravioli. A delicious and quick supper for the busy holiday season, indeed.
Sweet Artichoke is the blog, and Pasta with Artichokes is the scrumptious dish sent in by Vanessa, who blogs in both English and French! She recently visited Rome, where she feasted on artichokes and tells us all about how to prepare them for cooking. Check out her exquisite photographs.
Ben of What's Cooking, Mexico? was craving some meatballs when he was visiting his parents recently, and whipped up this flavorful dish: Meatballs in Poblano Sauce, served over linguine. What a beautiful sauce!
Glass noodles, those squishy, clear, wonderful noodles made of mung bean or sweet potato starch, were on the plate of LimeCake. The Melbourne, Australia-based blogger made Smoked Salmon Glass Noodle Salad and the photos on her blog post are just spectacular.
Hailing from Houston, Texas, Allie blogged up a Pasta with Clams recipe over at Yum in Tum this week. She bathed some little pasta stars in a mix of clams, preserved lemon, harissa, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, and it does sound celestial indeed.
Now here's an intriguing pasta recipe: Pasta with Mustard from Swedish-born, Italian citizen Brii of Briiblog in English. I love the way Brii presents this dish in white flowerpots; as she says, "a funny way to serve a funny dish". Belissima!
Joanne of Eats Well With Others gives us a delicious pot of Italian Braised Beef Penne from her New York City kitchen as well as a hilarious look at the state of her love life.
Athens, Greece blogger Katerina of Culinary Flavors sends us a dish of her rich looking Spaghetti al Roquefort. While she herself is not a big fan of this delightful cheese, her husband and son enjoy it, so she made them a very special meal.
Here's a super-quick pasta dish from Honeybee Cooks Jackfruit that puts a flavorful dish on the table pronto: 20 Minute Pasta Dinner. The Honeybee combines broccoli, shallots, spinach, feta cheese and a whole lot of other seasonings in this delicious vegetarian pasta.
There you have it: a ton of tasty options to contemplate for your next week's menu. I am passing the Presto Pasta Nights hosting torch over to From Kirsten's Kitchen to Yours in Los Angeles, so be sure to check there next Friday for another great roundup.
12 comments:
- girlichef said...
I definitely have the energy to start my day off right after all of these gorgeous pasta dishes! Delicious roundup, thanks so much for hosting this week, Rachel :)
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
- LimeCake said...
great job! thanks a bunch!
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
- Ruth Daniels said...
What a wonderful treasure trove of tasty treats. I couldn't stop my tongue, sorry! But, seriously - or rather joyously, this is the most awesome roundup yet! Thanks for doing such an awesome hosting job.
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
Beautiful roundup! Lot of yummy new dishes to try!
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
- Priya Sreeram said...
what a yummy round up !
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
- Allie said...
Wonderful round up; thanks for hosting!
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
- Joanne said...
I will GLADLY carb-load especially with this luscious roundup! Great job Rachel!
- Friday, 10 December, 2010
- Katerina said...
This is a great round up Rachel. so many beautiful pasta choices!
- Sunday, 12 December, 2010
- Ben said...
What a wonderful roundup, so many new ideas for lunch and dinner. Thanks for hosting this week :)
- Monday, 13 December, 2010
- Debinhawaii said...
Fabulous round up--you are a pro at the art of hosting. So many delicious pasta dishes to try! ;-)
- Monday, 13 December, 2010
- Kevin said...
What a tasty looking pasta roundup!
- Tuesday, 14 December, 2010
- Green Girl @ A little bit of everything said...
I was looking for some new pasta recipe and ended up here, what a delicious feast. thank you all for sharing these lovely dishes
- Thursday, 16 December, 2010