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This week sees the debut of a new CG animated Star Wars movie – The Clone Wars. This movie is only the beginning of a planned 100-episode TV series. On top of that, The Force Unleashed hits all major consoles at the end of September.
We wanted some way to celebrate this resurgence of Star Wars fever, and we thought of just the thing. You may remember our countdown of the top 15 Star Wars villains from earlier in the summer. It seemed only right that we revisit that galaxy far, far away and count down our favorite heroes.
This time, we're counting down from 25. There are just too many worthy characters to settle for anything less. Today we finish off with the final five heroes.
Check out our Day One picks here.
Check out our Day Two picks here.
Check out our Day Three picks here.
Check out our Day Four picks here.
Be sure to hit us up with all of your thoughts and personal picks in the comments section. We'll be keeping our eyes open for the best suggestions to include in a future Readers' Choice feature.
Why we love him: Perhaps no character is as synonymous with Star Wars as the plucky droid, R2-D2.
For starters, he's been in all 6 movies, not to mention three of the four animated series. R2 also appeared in nearly every game, book, and comic to take place after Episode I. R2-D2 is everywhere, and we wouldn't want it any other way.
As we all know, R2-D2 distinguished himself early by serving the Royal Family of Naboo. His ingenuity and no-nonsense attitude, both unheard of in an astromech droid, caught the attention of Queen Amidala. Soon after, he became one of her personal droids. R2 was a faithful companion through many adventures, always ready with a well-placed hacking tool or electric shock.
R2 also formed an unlikely friendship with the fussy protocol droid C-3PO. The two remained together even after Amidala's death, scooting around the galaxy and getting into all sorts of trouble. When fate returned them to the service of the Skywalker clan, R2 proved his valor once more.
Since then, there's scarcely been a galactic conflict R2 wasn't a part of. He helped the Rebels topple the Empire, and then stuck around to help the new Republic grow and prosper. Even in the far-flung days of Star Wars Legacy, where all of our original trilogy favorites are but distant memories, R2-D2 is still around to lend a hand where needed. Such faithfulness shouldn't go unrewarded, which is why R2 nabs the coveted #5 spot.
Defining moment of heroism: R2's bravery and versatility were on full display in the Battle of Coruscant.
After just barely making it onboard Grievous's ship with Anakin and Obi-Wan, R2 stayed behind to help the two Jedi navigate their way to Chancellor Palpatine. Despite a pair of nosy Super Battle Droids, and a seriously messed up gravity generator, R2 saved the day and kept both Jedi from being crushed into an icky paste.
Trivia: Many fans have wondered just how much of his prequel-era life R2 remembers. Why wouldn't he tell Luke and Leia about their mother, after all? As it turns out, R2 was hiding recorded footage of Amidala for decades, and only reluctantly showed it to Luke some 30 years after the destruction of the second Death Star.

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Now that an episode has been successfully entrusted to Cuaron, it's time for the Potter people to consider letting other world-class, slightly weird directors helm the last four films. How about Tim Burton (Sleepy Hogwarts), Ang Lee (Crouching Wizard, Hidden Snape), Pedro Almodovar (All About My Voldemort) and, for the wrenching finale, Mel Gibson (The Passion of the Quidditch)?
Actually, Mike Newell, of Four Wed-dings and a Funeral and Donnie Brasco fame, is set to direct the next one. But that doesn't arrive till November 2005. For now, enjoy the savory witches' brew that Cuaron has cooked up in his Harry pot. For on its own terms, this one is truly wizard.


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Shiroi Koibito Park @ Sapporo
This is the confectionery version of a theme park, like Disney Tokyo is a must visit. Okay, I am exaggerating but Shiroi Koibito Biscuits are world famous – it's almost the same as going to a Bengawan Solo factory (if they had one, locally).
Directions are clear and easy to follow from the Miyanosawa Station.
Friendly counter staff.
Delicious much.
Cute pawprints to show the way.
There are few parts to the factory – mainly three storeys worth including a must visit restaurant. I found the factory visit interesting – their famous cookies are still very labour intensive. I cannot imagine having to stare at them all day long to see which is out of line or overbaked.
Lovely mosiacs!
There are weddings held at the park, fairy tale like I say!
So pretty!
There are regular showtimes of energized-super-happy tunes being broadcasted and animals popping in and out of towers – a weebit too childish for me.
The only cafe to rest our feet!
Lovely view!
Spy the Shiroi Koibito Baseball sports field.
Rows of dessert to pick from!
Pretty napkins too.
Tea is not complete without gorgeous tea sets.
Hot white chocolate
This was a sickening kind of sweet towards the end of the mug - I wonder how much sugar went into it but I ended up with a headache from all that sugar.
Hot milk chocolate
Hot bitter chocolate
Possibly the best of the trio with the bitter aftertaste, the sweetness was not as cloying as the rest.
Cappucino for the chichi.
Cappucino for the chichi.
White chocolate cake with icecream
The overhype of the famous cookie probably spilled over to their desserts. Soft sponge with the familiar sweetness that punches every dessert they churn out. The soft serve icecream was surprisingly pleasant and not too sweet! That became an instant favourite from the visit.
Strawberry sauce to go with the dessert I guess.
Loving the festive touches to the stairway.
The doors to crazed souvenir shopping where the fullest range of their offerings are found here.
A walk in a snowy park?
Beautiful lights that makes winter uber romantic.
Winter ain't complete without a snowman.
Strawberry sauce to go with the dessert I guess.
Loving the festive touches to the stairway.
The doors to crazed souvenir shopping where the fullest range of their offerings are found here.
A walk in a snowy park?
Beautiful lights that makes winter uber romantic.
Winter ain't complete without a snowman.
A tip or two about picking up souvenirs from their tempting mart, the same items are also available at supermarts and even the airport. However, being the tourist that I was, I still chose to lug them back in the snow – the cute bag jacket that they place over the paper bags so the purchases will not get wet in the snow (so thoughtful!). The park is not a must visit but a good to go if you have extra time on your hands.
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A buttery yet light financier! Once again too sweet but would be perfect with a cup of black coffee.
Chocolate Pieces (Winter Edition)
Doubles of each flavour.
Flavours clearly labelled - definitely meant for tourists.
Milk Chocolate with Caramel
It is quinessentially a wafer biscuit with filling and coated with chocolate. Caramel was actually outshone by the chocolate.
Dark Chocolate with Blueberry
Dark chocolate somehow fared better than milk, less sweet and complemented blueberry better.
White Chocolate with Marron
The white fared better with maroon. They specialise in chocolate biscuits and this expertise is tasted in the white - smooth and mildly sweet. Great as a tea time snack!


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Online Learning: Dealing With The Snobbery of Other People
As an online learner, you may encounter a good deal of snobbery from those who do not see online or distance learning courses as being credible qualifications. This is particularly common amongst graduates of bricks-and-mortar universities, who see online learning as inferior and even worthless. In many cases, they will be rather vocal in their opinions. In addition to friends, family members and general acquaintances, this can also be a common attitude regarding prospective employers. For online learners, this is can be potentially very distressing as it implies that your studies are not worthy of respect or recognition. If you experience this for yourself, how can you counteract this type of snobbery?
Educate them
In many cases, critics of online learning have no experience of using this method of studying and are therefore not really qualified to discuss their opinions on the subject. Use your personal experiences of online and distance learning to stress the fact that a legitimate and credible online degree is not a shortcut to success, and tends to require more self-discipline and self-motivation than conventional university courses as there is no physical tutor to give you a metaphorical 'kick in the behind' to meet deadlines.
Play up your strengths
If you encounter snobbery regarding online learning during a job interview, you may want to highlight your ability to work independently as a result of completing an online degree. This is often highly valued by employers as it saves them a lot of hassle in the long term. If you successfully juggled online learning with full-time or part-time employment or raising a family, this is another aspect that you can play up to reassure prospective employers that your personal life will not encroach on your job.
Are online courses credible?
If your online course is or was accredited by a traditional university, it will hold more weight with both prospective employers and the general public. Some universities are offering online degree programs that carry much the same weight as their offline counterparts. For example, New York State University does not distinguish between courses that were taken predominantly inside or outside of the classroom, and online learners graduate with the same degree as students who have attended the university in-person. If mixing online and offline learning is not convenient for your situation or location, universities such as the University of Phoenix offer online courses. This enables you to enjoy the convenience of taking an online course which is fully accredited and is therefore highly credible. If your online course is has reputable accreditation, it is much less likely to attract criticism. However, online courses from less established universities or universities that are solely online operations are generally less well received. This is often because they are not familiar with the university and its academic standards, and are not sure whether it is an 'easy option' in comparison to the established conventional universities that offer online courses.
Many employers are beginning to recognise online learning as a credible means of earning qualifications, and it is worth pointing this out to anyone who questions whether taking an online course will really equip you for the workplace.


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The Right Left Hand
I've [E] cried a million tears, down through the years. Searching [B] for
that special [E] one. And the vows I took before, where all forever more,
but no matter how I [B] tried they came un[E]done.
Then the good lord finally gave me the true love of a lady, someone who
believes in me. And she lets me know each day, that love is here to stay. I
finally found someone who'll never leave.
[NC]I put a [E] golden band on the [A] right left hand this [E] time, and the
[A] right left hand put a [E] golden band on [B] mine. When our [E] hair is
snowy white, [A] time will prove I'm [E] right. I put a [A] golden band on
the [B] right left hand this [E] time.
I'll [F] never have to reach for the [Bb] love that my heart needs, she'll be
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she'll be there to [F] hold, all dressed up for [C] one more night of [F]
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SpaceX rocket 'leaps' 750m into the air and lands vertically on the same launch pad
Elon Musk just has to be different. First there was the billionaire's theoretical Hyperloop transportation system, which is a pneumatic tube of sorts for moving people between cities, and now his space company SpaceX has made a rocket that can jump vertically into orbit and land upright on the return trip.
SpaceX tested its 10-storey Grasshopper rocket Oct. 7, getting as high as 744 metres before lowering itself back down to the same launch pad using its boosters. It was the highest "leap" the Grasshopper has managed in over a year of testing, maintaining its flight for about 80 seconds.
Check out the amazing launch video below.
Seeing a rocket remain upright is surreal enough that you might be excused for thinking it to be some CGI trickery, but SpaceX says it shot the video from a camera-equipped hexacopter.
The only question remaining is whether this will become the normal way we refuel and supply the International Space Station. Having reusable rockets that don't burn up in the Earth's atmosphere would certainly be an improvement.


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Slump after 5 quarters amid high prices, rupee depreciation.
India, the world's largest importer of gold, saw a sharp decline in demand for the first time in five quarters in July-September. The demand fell 23 per cent year-on-year from 263.9 tonnes to 203.3 tonnes.
This was in variance with the global demand, which went up six per cent. China's demand rose 16 per cent in the same period, according to World Gold Council (WGC) data.
WGC managing director Ajay Mitra said the demand dip in India was understandable, as buyers faced the double whammy of higher prices due to rupee depreciation and high inflation. "High prices of food articles and fuel, along with higher than expected interest rates on home loans, squeezed customers' investible income."
Source: http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/india/s-quarterly-gold-demand-declines-23/455883/


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Heineken adds Bulmers variantHeineken UK is to launch a premium variant of its Bulmers cider drink as part of an overhaul of the entire range.
Bulmers Nº17 is a 4% ABV "premium quality" apple cider with red berries and lime.
Heineken UK is to launch a premium variant of its Bulmers cider drink as part of an overhaul of the entire range.
Bulmers Nº17 is a 4% ABV "premium quality" apple cider with red berries and lime.
The brewer hopes the introduction of the drink will fuel further growth in the cider category.
The cider category is growing in the UK at a time when alcohol consumption and beer sales in particular, are declining. Value sales of cider grew 60% to £2.2bn between 2005 and 2010, according to Mintel.
The firm claims, though did not attribute data, that product innovation has attracted 50% of cider drinkers to the category in the last five years.
Sanjay Patel, director of cider brands at Heineken UK, says: "Future growth will continue be driven by consumer interest created and sustained through exciting product innovation…."
A new bottle shape and label is also being introduced across the Bulmers range. The design changes, the brewer adds, aim to "communicate the brand's quality credentials in a bright, modern way while maintaining the brand's heritage and authenticity."
It also wants to brand to stand out on increasingly crowded shelves after a raft of cider launches in recent years.
British Drinking
The trend towards teetotalism is on the increase, possibly influenced by lifestyles of ethnic minorities, not to mention health concerns among the wider population.
69% of UK adults believe that binge-drinking is a 'British Thing'.
60% of UK adults agree that alcohol packaging should have health warnings like on cigarette packets.
53% of UK adults agree that low prices for alcohol are to blame for binge drinking.
40% of UK adults agree that the government should set a minimum price for alcohol.
47% of alcohol drinkers say most of their drinks budget is spent on drinking at home.


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When former President Barack Obama decided to take $400,000 from a Wall Street investment bank for the first paid speech of his post-presidential career, he accelerated an important debate within the political establishment.
As a policy leader, Obama's Presidency was largely defined by the financial crisis. The government's response, organized first by Bush and then Obama, had a moral core. This moral core framed concentrations of financial power not as threats to liberty and democracy, but as vehicles to deliver efficiency and social justice. You don't, for instance, want random protesters setting nuclear policy, you want generals and experts doing that. You don't want anyone to be able to organize a search engine, you want the best technologists in the business doing that, doing it well, and doing it for everyone. That's not just power, it's the right way to run a society.
In this framework, taking money from an investment bank in the form of a speaking fee is not immoral, it is eminently reasonable. Investment bankers are smart. They allocate resources. That's why they have power. That's who elites should be associating with. Obama, like Bush, is a Hamiltonian. He believed that those at the top of large concentrated financial institutions are experts, with top-tier credentials, and, therefore, rightful rulers. As Mr. Obama put it, Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JP Morgan Chase, and Lloyd Blankfein, the chief executive of Goldman Sachs, were just "smart businessmen."
Behind this is a deep moral debate that goes back hundreds of years, to the days of Hamilton and Nicholas Biddle. Since the Boston Tea Party revolt against the British East Indies Company's attempted monopolization of the tea trade in 1773, Americans understood local commercial institutions as enabling key decisions to be made closer to the people who bore the costs of those decisions. Advocates of centralization, like Hamilton, believed that this was an unstable and weak model for how to craft a nation-state, and that a quasi-aristocratic class should rule…


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England openers Andrew Strauss and Alastair Cook made an impressive start in response to Australia's 280 all out on the second afternoon of the final Test at the SCG.
In a frenetic second session, Strauss and Cook clicked straight into gear against the new ball on the way to 73 without loss - replicating the tempo, albeit with mostly straighter bats, set in Mitchell Johnson and Ben Hilfenhaus' counter-attacking ninth-wicket stand for the hosts. There was precious little conventional about the way Australia approached 300 in their first innings. The first two wickets put on 105, and the last two 91. But the six in between could muster only 84.
James Anderson, unfortunate to draw a blank on the first day, made up for that with four wickets.
But after Australia appeared destined for an under-par score below 200, with the middle order missing in action, Johnson (53) and Hilfenhaus' partnership of 76 in little more than an hour either side of lunch changed the complexion of the contest.
Australia began a cloudy but occasionally bright morning on 134 for four - and it seemed they needed a substantial contribution from at least one of Michael Hussey or Brad Haddin, in a match which they need to win to stop their opponents becoming the first from England to win the Ashes outright down under since 1986/87.
Haddin went tamely in only the fourth over of the day, going after a wide ball from Anderson (four for 66) and edging behind on the back foot.
Hussey kept England at bay until Paul Collingwood struck with the final delivery before the second new ball was taken.
The dismissal was a triumph of the teamwork England prize so highly, after Hussey had crunched a series of tempting full balls into the covers only to have them cut off by well-positioned fielders in the ring.
Collingwood tried a different tack with the sixth ball of the over, a tighter line and a touch of inswing to the left-hander who inside-edged on to the top of his stumps in defence.
Chris Tremlett was unlucky to see his second over with the new ball go for 11 runs. But Anderson exacted swift revenge on his behalf, when Steve Smith aimed an ambitious drive at a ball which was not quite there for the shot - and edged to the safe Collingwood at third slip.
Four balls later, more outswing brought Anderson his 20th wicket of the series - Peter Siddle edging obligingly, but less culpably than Smith, to first slip.
Johnson and Hilfenhaus were in no mood to go quietly, though, and England appeared to run out of ideas while the former was clubbing five fours and a six in his 63-ball 50.
Hilfenhaus hoisted a six over long-on off Tim Bresnan, and Johnson added a four and another maximum in the same favoured direction at the start of the next over from Graeme Swann.
It was therefore a significant relief to England when Johnson missed another swipe to leg and lost his off stump to Tim Bresnan (three for 89), and Hilfenhaus was eventually last out - wonderfully caught high above his head by Matt Prior from an edge on an attempted hook at an Anderson bouncer.
With swing and occasional uneven bounce in the equation, stand-in Australia captain Michael Clarke handed Johnson the new ball for the first time since the left-armer sprayed it embarrassingly around Lord's in the 2009 Ashes.
The experiment did not work - and as Australia mostly bowled too short, Strauss and Cook cut and pulled with conviction.
The captain was especially fluent on his way to an unbeaten 49 at better than a run-a-ball and containing six fours, and a pull for six off Hilfenhaus.