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•3:05 PM
By Ross Everett

While its unwise to put too much importance on NFL preseason performances, its hard not to be impressed with the New Orleans Saints offense. In particular, its impossible to not be impressed with the play of starting QB Drew Brees. Brees played only three series against the Oakland Raiders on Saturday night, but that was enough--by the time he left the Saints led 21-0 en route to a 45-7 thrashing on their hosts. New Orleans improved to 3-0 on the NFL preseason, while the Raiders dropped to 1-2.

All Brees did in only three series was roll up 179 yards on 14 of 17 passing and three touchdowns. After the game, he was pleased with the performance of his offense:

"I just felt like we accomplished what we wanted to there with regards to playing with our tempo and our intensity. We were able to get into a rhythm. When you walk away with three touchdowns on three possessions, that's what you want to do."

Brees was aided by the return of last years leading receiver, Lance Moore. Moore had shoulder surgery in the offseason and was glad to be back in action:

"I felt great. I felt like I hadn't missed a lot. It was great being out there, getting hit and having fun in the game."

Tight end Jeremy Shockey was pleased with the effort, and said that the team was in Northern California to play football and not due to oenophilia:

"It looked good on the scoreboard but let's look at it in the film room. We came all the way to California not for the wine but to get some good work in.

In the Oakland locker room, the mood was somber. Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell was especially upset by the lopsided loss:

"Everything that could have possibly went wrong, went wrong today. It was very embarrassing today. It was disrespectful to our fans, ourselves and our family to go out and perform that way."

The Saints scored almost at will against the Raiders porous defense, but tight end Zach Miller was more concerned with the lack of productivity from the offense:

"I've never felt so lousy after a game, period. The way our offense played was embarrassing so we're going to fix it."

The Raiders will look to conclude the NFL preseason with a better effort as they travel to the Pacific Northwest to play the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday. New Orleans will host the Miami Dolphins on the same night.

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•3:01 PM
By Jason Hall

It might seem that if you are going to rent a car while you are traveling abroad that you already know what to expect from an agency, which you have previously utilized locally. This however is not always the case. Different countries have very different regulations, laws and expectations when it has to do with renting an automobile and it is necessary to figure out precisely what you will need for the country in which you will be traveling to.

International travelers will need to bring additional paperwork in order to rent a vehicle in another country and this paperwork varies depending on where you come from and where you are renting your vehicle. Some countries have reciprocation with others so that you may use your domestic driver's license in their country while others will require that you get an IDP or International Driving Permit when you lease a vehicle in their country. Since the IDP must be obtained from your home country there is little that you can do when you don't have this document with you while traveling.

It is also important to recognize that based on the country in which you will be renting an automobile in, the deposits for these automobiles may change tremendously, it is important to educate yourself on exactly what kind of deposit an overseas agency will hold on their rental auto. In addition, it is sensible to inquire as to how tolls are tackled as well. In some countries you can be charged additionally for tolls after you return you're automobile.

Along with the paperwork, it's a good idea to identify the laws regarding age regulations on automobile rentals from the country, which you're traveling to. Keep in mind that there are several countries that not just vary the minimum age requirements from 18-25, but several that won't permit you, by law, rent an auto if you are over the age of 55, 60, 65 or 70 depending on the location. Countless innocent visitors reach these roadblocks when they arrive to grab their vehicle on holiday and are stuck utilizing the public transportation system for the whole length of their vacation merely because no one inquired about how old they were.

There are many issues to be aware of when renting a vehicle in another country. Make sure that you check and double check the paperwork that you will need. There are many helpful sites online and of course you can double check with the car rental agency as well. Keep in mind that even if you have an IDP you must also carry your actual driver's license with you as well as both are usually required to rent a vehicle. Be thorough and you will get through your international car rental process without instance.

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•2:59 PM
By Ross Everett

The Tennessee Titans are preparing to open the NFL regular season on Thursday night in Pittsburgh against the Superbowl champion Steelers and already they have to struggle with the impact of injuries to key personnel. Of all their injuries none are potentially more significant than the hamstring injury suffered by wide receiver Nate Washington in practice on August 24th. The most recent development, however, is a positive one for the Titans as Washington has indicated that hes feeling better and there's a good chance hell play in Tennessee's opening game.

Washington suffered a sprained hamstring in practice, and has been receiving daily therapy in hopes of having him ready for Thursdays NFL regular season opener. As of Tuesday, he indicated to the media that the hamstring was sore but not hurting and that it loosened up well after some stretching and warm-ups. Hes currently listed as questionable on the NFLs official injury report, but will be reclassified on Wednesday afternoon.

Speaking to the local media, Washington was hopeful that hed be able to play against the Steelers:

"I don't know if I am going to play or not, that's up to coach Fisher. I'm pretty happy with the progress that I've made ... Nothing is holding me back right now."

Coach Jeff Fisher, meanwhile, was not giving any indication of his decision:

I'm impressed with what he has done so far.

Some sources close to the team are speculating that Washingtons true status is that of a game time decision. They further speculate that Fisher and Washington could be trying to paint a more positive picture in order to force the Steelers to spend their time game planning for the Titans talented wide receiver. Historically, Fisher has been cautious in similar situations and clearly theres no reason for him to rush Washington back into action and risk further injury and more lost playing time if hes not completely recovered. On the other hand, if he's fully recovered there's no reason not to get him on the field as soon as possible.

The Titans signed Washington to a six year, $27 million contract in the offseason with $9 million guaranteed. Hes expressed his desire to quickly make an impact on his new team:

"I want to come in and have an instant impact. Show not only the coaching staff but the whole Titans' Nation that this is going to be a new era."

Washington, along with first round draft pick Kenny Britt were brought in hoping to better diversify the Titans run oriented offense. By establishing a downfield passing threat, it will presumably provide more room to run for Tennessees star running back duo of Chris Johnson and LenDale White.

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•2:57 PM
By Ross Everett

New York Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez tracked down NFL legend Joe Namath before the game looking for a pep talk and some pointers. He didn't exactly get what he'd bargained for from Broadway Joe, but what the NFL Hall of Famer told him may have had a more beneficial effect. More importantly, the Jets easily beat the host Houston Texans 24-7.

NFL sports betting enthusiasts who took the Jets as +4 road underdogs cashed their tickets with the outright win. New York improved to 10-8 ATS as an underdog over the past three NFL seasons. The combined 31 points scored went UNDER the posted total of 44.

After the game, Sanchez recounted what Namath had told him in his ersatz pep talk:

"What a pep talk. That was Joe Namath, just taking all the credit from himself and throwing it back to me and just saying, 'Good luck.' To hear that from a legend like that, it just kind of gives you the chills. It was something special to be a part of, an emotional start, an emotional little pep talk."

For his part, Namath said he wasnt surprised at Sanchez's solid debut performance:

"No, I was hopeful and I'm satisfied more than I thought I'd be. His offensive line did a hell of a job, but he did a great job of finding time with his feet, just to move subtly ... I don't doubt even a little bit that he doesn't have poise at this stage."

The Jets defense also had a great afternoon. New York outgained Houston 462-183, and the Texans made it past midfield only once in the first three quarters. The Jets run defense was particularly stifling, holding Steve Slaton to just 17 yards on the ground. Afterwards, Slaton was at a loss for an explanation:

"It's just insane. You work for six months leading up to this first game. You have all offseason to prepare for this game and then to come out and play like that is upsetting."

Texans coach Gary Kubiak took the blame for his teams poor showing:

"The offensive football team gave us no chance and that starts with me. There's nobody that can feel anything good coming out of this football game."

Houston will start from scratch on Sunday as they travel to Nashville to face the Tennessee Titans. The Titans are a -6 home favorite with the total set at 40. The Jets will play their next two games at home, beginning this weekend against the New England Patriots. New York is +4 home underdog to the Pats, with the total set at 47.

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•2:51 PM
By Ross Everett

Manchester United is in good shape to advance to the Champions League soccer quarterfinals following a 3-2 win over AC Milan at the San Siro. The competition itself was overshadowed by the fact that it was the first time that David Beckham had played against his old team since leaving Old Trafford in 2003, and Wayne Rooney squashed Milan's early hopes with two goals to put the game on ice. Clarance Seedorf scored at the 85 minute mark to make the score respectable, but Man U controlled play after the halftime break.

AC Milan got on the board first just three minutes into the game as Beckham set up Ronaldinho's goal that sent the San Siro into a frenzy. Paul Scholes evened the score at the 36 minute mark and the teams went into the halftime break tied at 1-1. Rooney would net his first goal at the 66 minute mark and would score again just 8 minutes later to give Man U a 3-1 lead.

The 24 year old Rooney is becoming recognized as one of the best strikers in soccer. He's now got 25 goals on the year with 19 games left to play. He's also received high marks from the soccer press for his playmaking, heady play and overall attitude. The consensus is that he's already one of the best in the world and is only getting better. He's expected to be a valuable contributor to England's World Cup effort this summer.

After the game, Beckham complimented Rooney on his play and suggested that he receive consideration for the World Player of the Year award:

"I hope he is a contender for the World Player of the Year and the Ballon D'Or. I would love to see him win every title possible. I have seen Wayne from being a young lad. I played in his debut for England and I have watched him score goals week in and week out ever since. It is amazing to see.''

"He looks after himself and works hard. The way he plays is the way he trains. That is why he is so good and why Wayne is ready for any game. It doesn't matter how many games he has played or how many he will be involved in to the end of the season, he will be ready for anything.''

There's a good chance that Beckham and Rooney will be teammates on England's World Cup team this summer. Beckham made note of that fact:

"I wouldn't want to see him do it again against us in a few weeks but of course I'd like it in the World Cup."

Rooney's sizzling play and Beckham's veteran leadership and dominant free kicks are a big reason why England is among the World Cup betting favorites before the team has even been made official. England will start World Cup play on June 12 against the United States.

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•2:41 PM
By Mark Walters

Buying a new jacket can be a daunting task for some guys. There are so many options available that it is a good idea to first think about what you need in a jacket. Take into account the climate you will be wearing it in, as well as how formal it should be. Is it for work, or play? Also, it is important to reflect your personal style and choose a color that you like.

A trench jacket is a classic style that can come with, or without a liner to be worn in cooler weather. They are traditionally made in black, tan or brown but modern versions can come in almost any color such as red, white, yellow and blue. There are often outside pockets to carry keys and other personal items, and some trench jackets sport fringe, and other decorative touches like fancy stitching or embroidered patches.

Windcheaters, also sometimes referred to as "windbreakers", are a popular choice for their versatility in different kinds of weather. It is the ideal garment to wear on chilly Spring or Summer evenings on the beach, or around the campfire. A windcheater can be worn in light rain to keep your clothing dry. There are many different styles available on the market and a windcheater can come in almost any color. Some have logos or graphics printed on the back or on the chest.

Another stylish look in men's outerwear is the leather bomber jacket. These jackets are relatively versatile for a range of climates, since they are sold in lined and unlined varieties; however, blistery cold climates tend to need a slightly heavier jacket. The bomber jacket delivers the perfect match for men with a bold personality, who want to illustrate style while retaining a timeless look.

Of course, the leather jacket is always in style. Modern versions are often constructed to fit loosely and may be belted. You can also find belted leather jackets with removable liners that can be zipped in or out depending on the weather. These jackets give a polished and professional look to almost any outfit and are appropriate for wear on many different occasions.

If you invest in a good quality jacket in one of these styles, you are likely to enjoy it for many years. A good quality garment in a classic style is worth a little more money and will probably become your favorite piece of clothing.

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•3:43 PM
By Frank Manson

Not many people can resist a bit of gossip about the celebrities that make the news. Award ceremonies are a great way to see what everyone is wearing and how bad or good they look wearing it. Watching a popular starlet stumble her way to the podium wearing an unflattering dress can lead to weeks of gossip about what not to wear when the cameras are hot and ready. Magazines are filled with the latest fashion mistakes that the stars make when they venture out into public places.

Gossip and scandal are everywhere when it comes to stars and celebrities around the world. And no matter how much you deny that you don't pay attention to celebrity news, how often do you find yourself joining in a hot discussion at work or around the dinner table? Keeping your eye on the stars is one way to amuse yourself and keep smiling.

Gossip and scandal are everywhere when it comes to stars and celebrities around the world. And no matter how much you deny that you don't pay attention to celebrity news, how often do you find yourself joining in a hot discussion at work or around the dinner table? Keeping your eye on the stars is one way to amuse yourself and keep smiling.

Long before Santa came on the scene, the ancient Chinese knew all about spenders through the craft of face reading. They could look at a person's face and tell his past, present and future, his temperament, disposition, creativity, and whether the person is, or will be, fortunate or not so fortunate. Even today, it's still around in China and has gotten attention in psychology circles in America.

Reese Witherspoons nose tells that she likes to give big-time presents to all her close ones. She has a broad, nice smile. That means also she has a pleasant personality. But even though there's a lot of sweetness in her face, you can bet your life she is a strong individual. Her face has high cheekbones and it means that she is the one who says where the dinner table stands. -No, honey, I said over there.

Of other Hollywood celebrities, Chinese face reading pinpoints Jack Nicholson as a generous man, who buys plenty of Holiday goodies for his male and female pals. Flaring nostrils suggest Jack is very emotional and might throw a tantrum at any time. The wide smile tells of a pleasing personality, but when the lips are thin, the person is disposed to say something anytime he wants to. Nicholsons ears are good. They are long and nicely set, so he is very fortunate in most ways, according to face reading.
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•3:08 PM
By Stuart Thomas

While the vast majority of players never make it big playing roulette, every now and then there is somebody who figures it out and makes out like a bandit. One of these players was a man named Joseph Jagger. Joseph Jagger in a short time was over five-million dollars by destroying the Monte Carlo Casino.

Joseph Jagger knew that it was possible for roulette wheels to develop biases. He hired six people to track the results of roulette spins of the wheels at the Monte Carlo Casino. Data was collected for an extended period of time. Once Jagger had analyzed all of the data he noticed that a few numbers came up enough for it to be more than a simple statistic anomaly.

A specific wheel demonstrated a clear bias towards the following numbers 7, 8, 9, 17, 18, 19, 22, 28, and 29 these numbers were by far the most common results at that wheel. So what did Jagger do? The same thing I hope most people would do. He strolled into that casino, and strolled out with a lot more money than he walked in with.

During July of 1875 Jagger took at seat at the malfunctioning wheel and placed bet after bet on seven. It did not take very long for Jagger to win a large sum of money. Jagger had what every gambler dreams of having, knowledge of where the ball will land.

Jagger kept betting and betting day after day, all on the number seven. Needless to say he didn't stop winning. Things then got worse for the casinos because many gamblers saw what Jagger was up to and also started placing bets on seven.

The casino out of desperation decided to shuffle the wheels; all of the wheels were moved and relocated. This was done in hopes of throwing Jagger off of his track. This ploy, at least for a little while worked just fine for the casinos.

But Jagger was one step ahead of the casinos. Before the casinos knew that Jagger was about to make them look like a fool for the rest of history he discreetly scratched the malfunctioning wheel so that he could track it down. Once Jagger had a bad day or two he eyed the wheel and realized that the scratch was missing. He then found the correct table and began to win once more. The casinos then did a complete overhaul and moved the frets on all of the tables on a daily basis.

This put an end to Jagger's famous run. He realized he was beaten and left the casino and never went back. I say beaten although he left with his earning of over five-million dollars. Could you be the Joseph Jagger of online roulette?

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•2:47 PM
By James Keyes

If you enjoy watching those enticing scenes of people lying in hammocks and resting, maybe you have thought about getting a hammock for yourself. In your mind you must have tied a hammock between two trees or posts. There is really no reason why you shouldn't make your dreams come true especially if it the expense is the only think holding you back.

It may be true that a hammock can be expensive. The fact is that a good quality hammock can be very expensive. In addition, because it isn't a necessity in your home and it is only a luxury, you may have not have given it first priority of your things to purchase. But, the good times have returned and these days you can get the high quality cheap hammocks at a very reasonable price.

You will probably not find cheap hammocks in a fashion magazine. The reason for this is that fashion magazines are geared to the rich and famous. Most people can find much better deals on a website on the Internet. There you can find high quality cheap hammocks and you can also compare the prices of various brands. By doing some research on the Internet you'll know precisely what you want to purchase and you can peruse all of the hammocks that fall within your budget.

Auction houses on the Internet are another good way to find high quality cheap hammocks. Don't forget that just because the hammock is inexpensive that doesn't mean that the hammock isn't high quality. Although it may be inexpensive, that only means that you may have found a high quality product at a discounted price. The reason that you can find high quality cheap hammocks on the Internet is because it is less expensive for retailers to conduct business on the Internet. The types of materials that are used for their products that are discounted are the same as the more expensive ones and therefore you don't have to worry about not getting the best quality products by checking out the discounted products.

If you try to get cheap hammocks on the Internet that are spun out of rope or made up of nylon threads as opposed to those that are made out of multihued clothes, they will be more expensive. The hammocks that are made out of spaced out twining will give you the additional advantage of ventilation when you are lying down on them.

These days there are numerous high quality cheap hammocks availability at discounted prices. There is absolutely not a reason in the world why you shouldn't own your own hammock for all of your outdoor enjoyment.

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•2:42 PM
By Peter Watson

Whether you are a new player or an old player, somebody who was been around since the Stone Age or somebody who's first roulette spin was on the internet. There is something you need to know, this one thing single handedly defeats online roulette players.

The Gambler's Fallacy is one thing you must be on constant guard against. This fallacy has been making players and gamblers make terrible bets, over and over again. Is has been around for centuries and is not going to go away anytime soon.

To sum it up quickly The Gambler's Fallacy is the wrongly held belief that past random acts of probability will influence future random acts of probability. For example if a coin is flipped three times in a row and lands on heads, the next flip is not more likely to be tails.

The notion that the table remembers what the last spin was is entirely incorrect. The table isn't concerned with what the last result was, the odds are always consistent. The table does not remember a thing; the only thing that really matters is the math.

The reason The Gambler's Fallacy is able to claim so many victims is that unless one really does some research on the odds The Gambler's Fallacy makes perfect sense. It takes some further examination in order to discover that The Gambler's Fallacy is just that.

To demonstrate what I mean I'll give you two examples, one example showing why it might look like there is no fallacy. I will then give another example going deeper into the odds to show that The Gambler's Fallacy exists for a reason.

Imagine that there is no zero at an online roulette table. This would mean that there is a 50% chance of landing on black, now the odds of a ball landing on black twice in a row is smaller than 50%, and the odds of it landing on black three times in a row is even smaller. So on the surface it looks like the more times it lands on black the less likely it is to land on black again. However if you look deeper the odds of the ball landing on black three times and then red one time matches up with the odds of the ball landing on black four times.

There is no reason that The Gambler's Fallacy should destroy your bankroll. However it will as soon as you let it. If you want to do well at online roulette you must take this threat seriously otherwise it could completely and utterly destroy you.

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•2:15 PM
By Mallory Megan

Even though the economy is suffering, and many of you are in debt, there is no reason that you cannot throw a really great Super Bowl Party.

Try to focus on not overdoing it. Make just one extravagant dish and play the rest off of that. A vat of chili, if properly seasoned is able to serve twelve people for twenty dollars. Chicken wings are quite cheap and easy to make. Coils of kielbasa, priced around five bucks are a cheap and delicious snack.

Because the Super Bowl is one special occasion, choose hot food. Ordering large trays of Chinese takeout are less expensive and time consuming than making your own food.

kids at Superbowl parties can often be difficult to please. Vegetables, juice, chips, and a carvel football shaped ice cream cake priced at $22.99 will keep them at bay.

Drinks? The best choice for shoppers on a budget is beer and wine. A keg will save you about 40% according to experts. The wine doesn't have to be fancy - a five liter boxed wine will be more than acceptable. If you encounter the troublesome guest who insists on liquor, get discount vodka, a half gallon for just fourteen dollars. Its cheap, and blends with about anything.

Even in tough times, it is neccessary to make the most of your game-viewing experience. A medium to large flatscreen is completely necessary. But if you don't own one, rent one. Websites list 42 inch TVs for as low as $26.99 a week.

And then those irritating people who won't watch football. A pool for small gifts like a store certificate or CD might inspire people who aren't the least bit interested in football at all if a prize is awarded at the end of every quarter. Try to have experienced fans explain what is going on. Then, sit back, and enjoy your game.

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•2:49 PM
By Ramon Perez

Going to the movies has become very expensive over the years. It is even more expensive just to take a family of four out to the movies. It's very unfortunate that many people will probably miss out on seeing the latest movie but there are other options available. The new thing that a lot of people are doing to save money is learning how to Watch A Film Unfinished Movie Free Online.

Buying a movie ticket will leave you with empty pockets, especially if done frequently. Downloading movies has become popular for this reason, it is convenient for more ways than one. You will not have to worry about gas money, or worrying about what outfit you are going to wear to the movies. You have the freedom to put on whatever you want in your home. The only hard decision may be finding a site that you like best for downloading.

Don't get intimidated by using the computer if you are not to familiar with it. It does not take a lot of computer experience when downloading your movies. Each site most likely has some type of instruction for you to get the movies installed. Follow the instruction as best as you can to get started on watching your movies of choice.

Each site may have its own downloading process, so if you search for a tutorial you may find a general how to article to assist you. Use what applies to you and change it accordingly based on the program you are using for your download.

You will also have to make sure that your computer is equipped to hold the amount of space that a movie will allow. Each movie download will be a certain length, therefore taking up more or less space than other movies. Check your computer settings to see how many gigs the computer has and how much space is actually left. You do not want to put too much on your computer because it will slow it down and you may not being able to enjoy the movie in full.

Just the thought of watching movies on your computer will make you happy. Do not overwhelm yourself with excitement, it is best to plan your download strategically. Map it out in her head which ones you would like to watch first. You will be able to watch them in any order you like.

The movies that you download will be just as good as those in the theater. Because you may not have enough space to download all your choices on the computer, it can be broken up. Download half and then after watching them erase them and download the rest of the movies that you chose.

Gather your favorite snacks and enjoy your movie. Now that you know how to Watch A Film Unfinished Movie Online Free, you can avoid the lines. Watch the movie at the speed you would like and don't worry about missing any of it because you can always rewind or pause the movie.

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•2:45 PM
By Sabastian D'cruz

"Clash of Titan" 2010 is a fantasy film and is a remake of the 1981film with the same name. The story is based on the Greek myth of Peruses and revolves around Perseus (Sam Worthington). Directed by Louis Leterrier, the leading actor of the film is Sam Worthington and leading actress Gemma Arterton.

It is a 3D movie which was finally released on April 2 2010.This modern version begins with a narration that explains the three Olympians namely Zues, Poseidon and Hades among them Zues is the strongest of all.

Gemma Arterton is the leading actress of the film. She's plays the role of a girl named Lo, who suffers from a curse that her age will remain constant for the rest of her life. She was born in Gravesend, Kent and was a daughter of a cleaner. She completed her studies in Gravesend Grammar School for girls, and was brought up, along with her sister, Hannah Jane by their single mother. She always dreamt of becoming a great actress, she was very passionate towards it so after completing her studies she decided to take a performance art course at Maskin Theatre in Dartfor.

Gemma is an English actress who won her first professional role when she was still at drama school. She was introduced to the film industry in 2007 in St Trinian's movie as head girl Kelly; it was a role which she got against her competitor Sienna Miller.

In 2008, she appeared in the James Bond film "Quantum of Solace" she played the Bond girl character. She also played a role of Elizabeth Bennet in the ITV serial. She was also the face of Avon's Bond Girl 007 fragrance which was launched in 2008. In 2010 she made her West End debut in UK premiere of "The Little Dog Laughed". Arterton was seen in the 2010 film "Clash of the Titan" and "Prince of Persia."

Gemma aspires to be a great actress and with movies like these she hopes someday she can win the Oscar for her acting skills. Arterton lived with John Nolan, a special effects technician after their break up. On 5 June 2010, she got married to Stefano Catelli, a sales manager, at a secret ceremony in Zuheros, Andaluca, Spain. She is also a strong supporter of Charlton Athletic. She was very active in theatre when she entered the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. She played many roles in the academy and would surely hope to continue the same.

Leterrier has definitely met people's expectations by directing "Clash of Titans". The film is runaway hit with the audiences, entertaining and mesmerizing them with the magic of cinema.

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•2:44 PM
By Richard Rodgers

Is your favorite movie not yet out on DVD or Blu-Ray? Are you growing tired of the high costs of movie theaters? As technology and the internet advances, several websites and methods of online movie viewing have appeared. Looking at how to Download Down Terrace Movie Online Free, it is a pretty easy thing to do.

One of these sources is Hulu. Hulu was launched in 2008 as competition for the internet video giant YouTube - however, the services it offers are different in quite a few ways. Hulu delivers TV episodes, full movies, trailers, and clips instead of user-generated content. Their content is supplied by networks like FOX, NBC, and ABC.

The Hulu video selection includes movie trailers, movie clips, and full-length feature films. Mainstream films, made for TV movies, and independent films are all offered in their movie collection. 288p, 360p, and 480p high definition is available on many of the Hulu movies, TV shows, and clips.

Netflix is perhaps the most well-known business in the growing field of online movie rentals. Netflix allows for customers to watch movies instantly online, but they biggest service is in DVD and Blu-Ray rentals. Their customers can select movies on the Netflix website and have them mailed to their address. The movies then get mailed back when viewing has finished, allowing for a constant exchange of movies.

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A controversial alternative is the downloading of movies. A variety of websites allows one to directly download movies from their servers, but an efficient and popular method is known as torrenting. Torrents are similar to downloadable files. One must make use of a torrenting program to download a torrent.

Other users who are downloading or have already downloaded a torrent help work together to keep the torrent available. Those who have the full file are known as seeds, while those with a portion of the file who are in the middle of downloading are known as peers. The torrenting community looks down on people who download a torrent but refuse to become a seed for the file, commonly known as leeches.

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•2:37 PM
By Danielle Matthews

Greek mythologies are legends about ancient Greeks and the origins of their own culture and religious practices. It also contains collection of arts like paintings and votive gifts. Iliad an epic poem and Odyssey are the oldest Greek literary sources.

Greeks were Polytheistic, this means they believed and worshiped in different gods. Greek gods represent different forms of nature. The most powerful gods of Greek were known as Olympians.

Few major God and Goddesses of Greek mythology include:- Zeus - King of the Gods, Hera - Queen of the Gods, Ares - god of war, Hades - god of the underworld, Poseidon - god of the sea, earthquakes, and horses and Athena - goddess of wisdom, war, patriotism and good citizenship.

The OLYMPIANS were a group of deities who shared a common belief. Olympians was basically ruled by zeus. Zeus is the strongest of all. Olympians belong to the family if immortals who rule earth and sky.

The Titans, the Olympians, the Lessor Gods are the three main categories of Greek god. Titans are also referred to as elder gods and ruled until the Olympians overthrew them. Cronus was the ruler of titans and was dethroned by his son Zeus. Titans were associated with several other planets during their rule. After the overthrow of titans a group of twelve gods ruled and they was none other than the Olympians, they are named after Mount Olympus- place from where they hail.

Perseus, Theseus, Bellerophon, Atlanta, Heracles, Meleager are the heroes of Greek myth. The movie "Clash Of Titans" is based on the myth of Perseus. The story of the film is really very interesting and the action is just worth a shot. The film starts with a narration which explains how the three Olympians Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades battled the titans and overthrew them.

After struggling for a long time Zeus became the King of the Gods, Poseidon ruled the Seas, and their brother, Hades ruled the underworld in chaos and terror. "Clash Of Titans" is a fantasy-adventure which is a remake of the film made in 1981 having the same name. This film is basically based on the Greek mythology of Persia. This Sam Worthington movie was released on 2nd April 2010. The shoot for the film began On April 27, 2009 in London at Shepperton Studios. Some particular scenes for the film were also shot in Wales, Canary Islands and Ethiopia.

Greek myths are fantastic and have adventurous stories. They are very realistic and interesting at the same time. Greek mythology is one of the richest elements of Greek culture, which enriches it and makes it unique in the world.

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•2:24 PM
By Hunter Bacale

Welcome to the "got to have it now" generation. With everything so readily available on the internet and internet service providers constantly increasing download speeds, it is no surprise that it is easier than ever to Watch Nanny Mcphee Returns Movie Free. There are benefits to being able to do this that the movie industry is only now beginning to take advantage of but at the same time there are many drawbacks as well. Like it or not though, the industry is starting to change along with the technology.

Downloading movies is constantly getting easier with so many sources popping up, both legal and not. Torrent websites, distributors and even movie rental websites are getting in on instantly providing movies and because internet is available on almost any device including cell phones, as long as the device has the ability to surf to a providers website, download content and play that particular format of file, movies can be viewed almost anywhere at any time.

With the large amount of bandwidth required to transfer movie files over the internet, traditional means of storing a file in one place for users to access does not provide enough speed, especially with a high volume of downloads. With torrents however, the bandwidth is shared allowing for much faster downloads. Various companies though have begun sharing in the popularity of movie downloads by offering their own legal version of the service. Distributors have begun to offer the value added service of providing a digital copy of the movie when it is purchased on blu-ray. For those who enjoy using movie rental sites, the option of streaming the movie online instead of waiting for it to arrive in the mail is offered.

Along with being able to instantly watch a movie, downloading films is good for the environment as well. Since less DVD cases, discs, covers and paper inserts need to be created for movie distribution, less resources are wasted in the mass production of the physical DVD. This not only reduces the cost of distributing the DVD but also reduces the amount of resources wasted.

However, everything that has good aspects also has some negative ones. While it is possible to download movies, the bonus features and extra content is not downloaded. Those who enjoy these extra perks like deleted scenes, commentaries or bloopers will not be able to take advantage of them. The device the movie is downloaded onto will also be the only device that has the movie and in the case of rented movies, it will only be available to stream online.If there is a problem with the internet or computer, then the movie will not be viewable. This is almost never the case with DVDs.

With the internet and a mobile device at almost everyone's fingertips, constant watching of movies on these devices is not far behind. Those who find unique and perhaps unheard of movies at the local movie rental store will soon find themselves without a reason to visit as the collection of movies available online grows. For independent filmmakers however, this method of watching films actually works in their favor. With the cost of the typical distribution methods being so high, this is a great alternative that allows the filmmaker to distribute their movie for free.

VODO, otherwise known as Voluntary Donations, is a fairly new program and movement that focuses on changing the way movies get distributed and viewed. It takes advantage of the internet and both peer to peer and torrent networks, using their bandwidth sharing technology and platform to legally distribute movies made for this platform. If viewers choose to, they can make a donation to support the filmmaker. Movements such as VODO benefit and cut costs for both filmmakers and the viewers, and this is what is slowly changing the movie industry.

To Download Nanny Mcphee Returns Movie for Free has never been easier. As bandwidth and internet speeds increase, so does the demand and so does the network the torrent and peer to peer network sites use. This technology revolution shows no sign of slowing down anytime soon.

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•3:31 PM
By Dylan Douglass

Whenever many people look at tattoos, these people consider tattoo designs as a symbol associated with being macho, meaning a type of statement among convicts, bikers, and even pirates or sailors. There is a totally different explanation when you're thinking of men and women outside those stereotypical cultures.

Tattoo designs are typically emblematic and rich in culture when they are picked out correctly and with the perfect reason behind them. Tattoos in many cases can appear feminine on most women as well. They don't have to always be macho therefore making you seem frightening, and there's nothing at all macho in regards to a cute butterfly upon your ankle, lower back or hip.

In most cases, individuals select from the many tattoo designs and then choose a particular mark, or maybe a healing or even protecting image, to put forever on their own bodies. Tattoos are unquestionably forms of expression. There are numerous modern-day tattoos in Japan that are thought of as fine art. In the event that you are looking at placing a tattoo onto your body, you need to choose a tattoo artist who will look at tattooing as not just the opportunity to draw, but additionally regards their art as being a sort of spiritual awareness.

Somebody who who is serious about tattoos and the significance of tattoo designs sees the actual tattooing procedure as being a sort of spiritual escape. This is a strong emotional experience that won't simply alter the look of his or her body, but alter life for them permanently. It is simple for a person to go and pick some arbitrary artwork and get that tattooed upon their body, but then it will have simply no important meaning to you personally.

Whenever you pick your tattoo designs, there is absolutely no symbolism associated with them. They're just images. It really is your job for you to make them into anything interesting. You should create a reason for it. It shouldn't just turn out to be a picture upon your body. It should not only happen to be there simply because all of your friends have one and so you should too.

Tattoo designs reveal a person's character. You are able to choose almost any part of your body to have this done. Lots of individuals have these types of tattoos who are concerned about their culture. The particular design they decide upon has a great deal to do with ethnic importance along with the fundamental importance of the individual getting the actual tattoo.

Additionally, there are quite a few spiritual tattoo designs. People enjoy religious motifs as well as other designs which convey spiritual importance to that person. Prior to deciding to decide on any tattoo you should fully understand just what the significance behind it might be. There are actually tattoos that come with their own meanings and then truth be told there are those which don't possess any kind of meanings in the slightest. In this instance it is your decision to choose the best meaningless tattoo and additionally turn it into something special.

You are not likely to end up being very happy knowing that you have gone through thousands of tattoo designs and by the end of the day own a constant reminder of getting the wrong decision. It is very important that you have the ink expressing your message properly and how you would like it to always be viewed.

Many people decide according to his or her ancestry, there are other folks that choose the tattoo designs that can express the person as being a member of another type of lifestyle. There is simply no right and no wrong tattoo. If it holds an important message to you, then it is important.

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•3:17 PM
By Christy Smith

As interesting as it is, CAGED in guitar playing, is more of just a label, than a method. And CAGED actually stands for each letter that corresponds to a guitar chord, C-A-G-E-D. These five major chords establishes its connection with the guitar.

Basically, these five letter chords are the only open major chords that can be used to play in an open position. Aside from the minor ones like E-minor, A-minor and D-minor, these five major chords can also create some good shapes and patterns, that can be well demonstrated on the guitar neck. Also, each chord has a corresponding shape (and its pattern), as well as a scale. Now when you're playing a few keys from your guitar, it'll be good to know that you're well-familiarized with the CAGED label (especially with the shapes and patterns part).

When it comes to the CAGED label, it'll also work to your advantage (especially when it comes to any key in the guitar) if you knew all the shapes and patterns involved with all five chords. To put these all to your memory will work wonders. You'll be able to play just about any key if you really familiarize yourself with all the shapes and patterns used under the CAGED label. Not only will you learn a lot of patterns from the guitar, you can also shift these patterns around without having to worry about what key/s you're actually on.

To give further details on this subject, you can learn a few more things from having the F key as an example. You should know that by using the F key with another chord, you'll be able to stretch this out into patterns that can actually be used for making guitar leads. Variations for the F key (or for any key) can also be made useful for things like playing a song, using a second guitar with a guitar clamp. With the F key, you'll also be able to use and play these in five variations (using each of the five major chords). The first variation for it can be combined with an E shape (at the first fret). The second variation is combined with a D shape (at the third fret). The third variation is combined with a C-shaped (at the fifth fret). The fourth variation is combined with an A shape (at the eight fret). Last but not the least, the fifth variation, which is combined with a G shape (at the tenth fret).

As complicated as this concept may be, and given that this is just a short rundown on the idea, CAGED shouldn't be mistaken for being a method. It's a CAGED label (along with its other minor categories), since it's more of a labeling pattern, and an approach for remembering certain guitar combinations.

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•3:15 PM
By Henry Mathew

All of us are captivated by magic in all forms. For the past few years, magic has taken bold new steps in every possible direction. This includes coming down from the stage and hitting the streets to entertain everyday people with magic that are uncommon. If you've always wanted to learn magic, then learning easy street magic would prove to be a great starting point.

Before you leap right into magic and start exploring all of the tricks that are accessible, concentrate on street magic. As straightforward as it may seem, street magic needs more creativeness on your side due to its 'impromptu' nature. A fast hand may indeed be needed but considering your possible audience, not all will be shocked by just your tricks alone. This is the reason why you have to be creative and unique with your own display.

when referring to street magic ( or any sort of magic for what it's worth ) you're going to need to select your speciality first. Some individuals will focus on using coins, some will use cards, while others will use cups and bottles in their magic acts - it's simply a matter of preference. Selecting a particular speciality that you are already interested in will make the learning more delightful and quicker paced.

One other thing to remember when learning street magic is to begin with the elementals. While it could be understandable that you would like to learn everything and anything about street magic, you can still have to start with the fundamentals first if you really need to be good at it. So have patience and keep practicing, because mastery will come naturally with repetition.

Straightforward street magic tricks can be mastered in a little while and can produce hours of laughter and enjoyment for both you and your audience. There are that many tricks that may be learned also. One good magic trick you can start practicing on would be the 'card on glass trick.' For this you will need a normal heap of cards and any medium sized glass without or with liquid. Naturally, balancing glass on a card is most unlikely, though not if your card has an additional feature to it. Effectively, your special card is really 2 cards stuck along with the back card folded into 2 using sticky tape or glue.

In essence the trick works by folding the other card whenever you do the trick adding another leg to your card and making it appear in the audiences' point of view that the glass is balancing on top of the card.This is just an example of the many tricks that you can find online. If you're looking for free magic tricks to add your arsenal of easy street magic, then you might want to try checking freemagicblog.com. The site contains hundreds of tips and tricks that will surely help you get started the right away.

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•3:13 PM
By Yongshi Kristy

Sony has usually been known for giving you an excellent gaming console device. Making use of their new Play Station 3, they have not failed gamers' objectives. Nonetheless, the most important drawback of Play Station 3 is its cost. You can truly acquire two several other game consoles for the price of one Sony Play Station three.

Yet Play Station 3 is not only video game equipment. Sony boasts of the system's wide range of features. It can produce 1080p HD movies and visuals making use of the Blu Ray technology. It actually consists of TiVo features and capabilities. It's also quite the same with the way the iTunes system works when it comes to content distribution. Play Station 3 is also branded by a number of as more of a multimedia system than a gaming system.

Sony in fact released two PS3 bundle. One charges $ 599 and the other costs $ 499. The primary difference is the hard drive capability. The cheaper one includes 20 GB while the some other has 60 GB. WiFi is also built in into the 60 GB console and an integrated card reader is also included.

Nevertheless, the fundamental PS 3 model can be improved to complement the premium package. You might include an adapter if you intend to employ a card reader. You probably must just go for the premium PS 3 package, as these upgrades can charge you more than a hundred dollars.

One thing you'll want to bear in mind in getting Sony Play Station 3 is to get HDMI cables. Sony did not include these kinds of cables in their systems. These wires are going to charge you around $ 50. The HDMI wires are vital in providing higher definition gaming that Sony is trying to provide.

You might also want to include a SIXAXIS controller. This retails for about fifty dollars. And that is not bad for a controller which has integrated motion sensing abilities. You might like to get a Play Station three remote control for 30 dollars. This is specifically designed to work with Sony Play Station 3's Blu-Ray functionality. And of course, Sony games price close to $ 60.

If you add up all the expenses in getting the best Play Station 3 expertise, it truly is too much for a video game system. Sony is more dedicated to providing customers in delivering high end gaming. The high costs of Sony Play Station 3 may be related to its multimedia features.

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•3:01 PM
By Jessica Perez

## What are Custom Made Cake Toppers?

Cake toppers are adorable, exclusive, personalized figurines that are perfect to give to your friends, families or colleagues. They look just like the common massive figurines that we usually see and are made of non-toxic German soft clay. Imagine the look of the recipients and the joy on their faces when they see themselves in cute little miniatures for the first time in their life!

## How Are They Created?

You will need some pictures of the person you want the figurine to be. The artists will then create the miniature of the person based on the picture given. It is best that you provide good quality pictures from a few different angles of the person in order for the artist to come up with the best possible miniature of the person.

The figure can be fully customized. You can specify colors, clothing and detail your wishes. If you want your husband to be wearing a baseball uniform, that can be done. If you want your co-worker to be dressed in company colors, that can be done.

## Are They Large?

These mini figurines are made at about 16 centimeters or slightly more than 6 inches tall. They are not just cute, unique little miniatures; they are also water-proof and non toxic. You can also create a miniature of your pet with these custom figurines. Imagine the figurine of a friend's little white Persian cat curled up comfortably on a big, comfy cushion, snoozing happily away. It's a good bet that the owner of the cat would be extremely happy to receive this figurine as a gift, even if the cat has no clue!

You can even have an *action shot* of your co-worker or loved one. If they like golf, capture their swing in a humorous, light-hearted way. Or you can "dress up" your girlfriend or wife in a fancy gown or even a super-hero outfit.

You can also have two or more subjects on the figurines. You can have the miniatures of three of your best friends with you dressed up in superstar outfits or you can have the miniature of both of your mom and dad dressed up in casual evening wear.

## Why Cake Toppers?

All of us like getting exclusive gifts. Buying something that can be gotten easily anywhere like "roses for mom" will not give much of an impact. However getting a figurine that is well designed will definitely be much more appreciated considering the time, effort and money spent to get the figurine done!

So take the time and think of a loved one or co-worker that has a special event coming up. Think about a fun and unique pose that would be well represented on a figurine. Now sneakily take or find some photographs of this person and get your unique gift idea custom made just for them!

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•2:48 PM
By Ross Everett

Starting QB Chad Pennington went 8 of 11 for 105 yards and a touchdown pass as the Miami Dolphins first team offense played well in a 27-17 victory over the Carolina Panthers. The Dolphins improved to 2-0 in the NFL preseason while the Panthers dropped to 0-2. While it is only preseason action, a victory is still a victory and no team likes to go down to defeat in back to back weeks. Carolina will have to pick up the pace if they wish to avoid a substandard NFL season that could result in their quarterback contemplating retirement.

Dolphins coach Tony Sparano said that there weren't any big secrets with his teams 'wildcat' single wing offensive set:

"There are really no secrets there, but it's good homework for us -- a chance to see what people have been studying during their offseason, and how they want to defend this.

Pennington was also pleased with the outcome:

"The wildcat went well. Anything we can do to get an edge, I'm all for it."

Ronnie Brown caught Penningtons TD pass and joined in the chorus with his positive assessment:

"We made some strides. We're going in the right direction."

Carolina coach John Fox sounded nonplussed, a surprising tone with a 0-2 team:

"Our first unit looked a little sharper. We're not there yet, but I thought it was an improvement."

Defensive end Julius Peppers was also notably absent of any concrete criticism of his teams play:

"We've got to work on everything. That's what the preseason is for."

Panthers starting QB Jake Delhomme was also upbeat after the game:

"We did better things tonight. It's a process, but we're doing all right."

Miami will head to the northwest coast of Florida for their next preseason contest, taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next Thursday night. Carolina will host the Baltimore Ravens in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday. The Panthers will begin the NFL regular season on Sunday, September 13th at home against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Dolphins will face the Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome to get their regular season slate underway.

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•2:46 PM
By James Cameroone

It is hard to overstate my love for stonewashed jeans. Ever since my days as a youth in Chino, I knew my love affair with this distressed style of denim pants was going to be enduring. My first pair of Levi's 501s, when I was just a wee lad of 6 years old, were heavily stonewashed with a mixture of granite and opal stones.

My family was not well to do, so I had to make due with the resources at my disposal. Any time I heard of a new demolition going down in town, or an estate sale, or anything that might help me beget some good rocks for little or no cost, I was on it! But running as a lone wolf eventually grew tiresome, and I then I decided no man is complete without a fierce stonewashed Gang!

I really wanted to empower my fellow southern Californian's with the glory of stonewashed jeans . In order to do that, I needed to organize, associate, empower and execute! Needless to say, the entrepreneurial bone was bred early in me! (I now run 17 different non-profits ranging from Pornographic Actress Health Awareness [PAHA] to fighting HIV in New Orleans during Mardi Gras [FHIVINODMG]).

By age 10 I had successfully organized my first street gang, the Stonewashed Seventeen. We didn't start fights, rob, or cause trouble. We simply ran the streets of Chino giving away our amazing formula for the perfect pair of stonewashed jeans. We just wanted to see stonewashed jeans receive the press, glory and love they deserved after being ousted so heavily by those inglorious Bellbottoms in the 70s. Ick!

By 1984, Chino locals were flourishing in all 4 seasons in stonewashed jeans . Thanks to our hard work on the streets, every one in the area learned how to make their very own stonewashed garments. We didn't stop at just jeans. We proceeded to stonewash any garment in our wake, until Def Leppard finally brought an end to the incredible coolness of stonewashing by the time they met their fate in the early 90s.

Many of my current accomplices are appalled when I tell them of my days with the Stonewashed Seventeen. But once I take the time to explain the incredible humanitarian and fashionable mission that was at our very core, they come to realize Gangs aren't all violence, rape and murder. Some just want to make sure the people in their 'hood are dressed to impress!

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•2:39 PM
By Ross Everett

Nicknamed The Golden Jet for his blond hair and his jet-like slap shot, Bobby Hull was the most feared goal scorer of the 60s and 70s He and teammate Stan Mikita were the first NHL players to use curved stick blades, which made his already wicked slapshot even more difficult to stop.

Hull was born and raised on a dairy farm near Belleville, Ontario. As a teenager it was obvious that he was on a fast track to NHL stardom, and he joined the Chicago Blackhawks not long after his 18th birthday. He would finish second in the leagues rookie of the year balloting in his first season and within a couple of years would become one of the NHLs marquee superstars. In'61, he played an important role in the Blackhawks' Stanley Cup championship victory.

Hull made history in'66 by becoming the first player to score more than 50 goals in a season. His 51st goal surpassed Montreal Canadiens' legends Bernie Boom Boom Geoffrion and Maurice Rocket Richard and earned him a 7 minute standing ovation from the home crowd at Chicago Stadium.

In'72, Hull signed a then unprecedented deal to jump to the upstart World Hockey Association (WHA). His compensation included a $1 million US signing bonus which all of the league's owners contributed to realizing the significance of landing Hull in terms of publicity and credibility.

The NHL attempted to prevent Hulls jump to the WHA via litigation, but eventually he would join the Winnipeg Jets and resume his offensive dominance. On a line with Swedish superstars Ulf Nilsson and Anders Hedberg called The Hot Line, he led the Jets to two league championship AVCO Cup victories. In'77, he set a new professional hockey record with 77 goals in a season which surpassed Phil Espositos'70-71 mark of 76 by a single goal.

Injuries and chronic knee trouble would finally spell the end to Hull's career in the WHA's final season of'79-80. He would briefly attempt a comeback with the New York Rangers in'81, but when he proved ineffective in preseason eventually retired for good.

Hull's legacy lived on in flesh and blood with his third son, Brett Hull. The Hulls are the only father/son combination to ever score 50 goals in an NHL season and Brett will follow his father into the Hall of Fame this year.

Now 70 years old, Hull is still in good health and splits his time between Ontario and Chicago. He currently serves as a PR ambassador for the Blackhawks organization. He is expected to formally induct his son into the Hall of Fame at the ceremonies later this summer.

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•2:38 PM
By Shelia Beard

If you are looking at the book The Lord of the Rings The Two Towers and are feeling a little overwhelmed by how thick it is, you are not alone. Many people who have read The Hobbit and The Fellowship of The Rings have found that some portions are hard to get through. However, as it links together the first and third books, it is important for you to read since it answers many questions and provides information you need to make the third book, The Return of the King, make sense.

You will find that the book tends to be a study in contrasts. There are some portions that are filled with action, suspense and intrigue. There are also sections which focus more on the environment that the characters are traveling through and which tend to be a bit slower paced.

It is for this reason that the movie version, released in 2002 and directed by Peter Jackson, was excellent. Although there have been some criticisms about some of the plot choices that were made in the movie, on the whole it is an excellent film. Like the first movie, Jackson uses a combination of sets, special effects and make-up in order to recreate key locations such as King Theoden's hall in Rohan.

Because the focus in on action and not description, it is harder to ignore the references to the two towers. The first is that of Sauron himself, deep in the heart and darkness of Mordor. The second is that of the wizard Saruman who has fallen under Sauron's control. You see the extent of Saruman's treachery which is first mentioned in the Fellowship of the Ring.

The Fellowship was broken at the end of the first movie due to the attempted theft of the Ring from Frodo by Boromir. The movie is split into two different sub-plots. The first is the travels of Frodo and his companion Sam and the second is the travels of the remainder of the Fellowship. The companions are further separated due to events which occur during the book, and this gives us the opportunity to be introduced to many of the different cultures and races in Middle Earth.

In the book, it is difficult to jump back and forth between the different parts of the Fellowship. The movie does this well and also allows us to get to know other important characters as well. It makes it more interesting for the audience to see the bravery of Eowyn of Rohan, the cowardice of Golum and other pivotal characters.

If you are someone who loves action, this book is filled with some of the most incredible scenes of any in fantasy literature. The main battle is that of Helm's Deep, where humans hole up and are besieged by Orcs, Goblins and Uruk-hai.

Both the movie and the book have an important role to play in the overall trilogy. Peter Jackson's version keeps the viewer riveted and the visual scenes of travelling keep the interest level up more than the book tends to do.

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•2:30 PM
By Ross Everett

The Cleveland Cavaliers finished the NBA's regular season with the league's best record, and LeBron James won the Most Valuable Player award in the process. Despite this success, the Cavs will be watching the rest of the NBA playoffs on TV. Cleveland was eliminated by the Boston Celtics on Thursday night, losing game six by a final score of 94-85. Boston will now face the Orlando Magic for the right to represent the Eastern Conference in the NBA Finals.

The Cavs had won two of the first three games before the Celtics rebounded to win the last three en route to the series victory. In game six, Boston was priced as a -1' point NBA betting favorite and easily covered the pointspread. The 179 combined points scored went well UNDER the posted total of 194. Heading into Game 6, Cleveland had taken the money in 8 of the last 12 games held at Boston's TD BankNorth Garden although Boston had won 10 of 12 outright.

LeBron James didn't go down without a fight, however, as he put up a 'triple double' consisting of 27 points, 19 rebounds and 10 assists. Mo Williams added 22 points, but the Cavs received little production from the rest of the roster. For the game, the Celtics' bench outscored their Cleveland counterparts 24-13.

Kevin Garnett paced the Celtics with 22 points and 12 rebounds, and afterward credited his team's experience:

"Winning is gratifying. You're playing the best team in basketball; the challenge is there; you don't have to dress it up. One thing we don't lack is confidence. We're a veteran team and we understand when it's time to lock in as a group. I think we did just that. I think the experience is taking over."

LeBron, meanwhile, was in a state of disbelief:

"The fact that it's over right now is definitely a surprise to me. A friend of mine told me, 'I guess you've got to go through a lot of nightmares before you realize your dream.' That's what's going on for me individually right now."

There's been much speculation about the future of the reigning MVP-LeBron is eligible to opt out of his contract this summer and there's no shortage of teams that would love to have him. For now, he's keeping his cards close to the vest:

"I want to win. That's my only thing, my only concern. I've always prided myself -- it's all about winning for me and I think the Cavs are committed to doing that. But at the same time, I've given myself options to this point. Me and my team, we have a game plan that we'll execute and we'll see where we're at."

The Celtics will now face the Orlando Magic, who have rampaged through the first two rounds of the playoffs. Orlando's conference semifinal sweep of the Atlanta Hawks was the most dominating 4 game series victory in NBA history, with an average per game margin of victory of 25.2 points.

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•2:58 PM
By Jacky Grishan

The Hermes brand is a long established brand that stands for quality, high fashion and great luxury. They are one of the most popular of handbags around. In spite of so many thousands of other brands being around, the one brand that continues to hold its position is Hermes. The carefully crafted handbags symbolize the best of craftsmanship. It takes several craftsmen to put the Hermes handbag together. Besides that what works for these handbags is the material that they are made of. They not only use precious metals in the hardware but also the most exotic of leather from shark, lizard, ostrich, crocodile and many more.

Handbags that come from Hermes are priced high because of the number of days that the craftsmen have to work at it to get the final product. All the handbags are made exclusively by hand. But, if you love Hermes handbags you can always opt for the affordable range of Hermes replica handbags.

You should have a classic Hermes Birkin in your wardrobe. This is a handbag that women love. This is the handbag that was designed by the famous actor Jane Birkin. This was done with the help of the president of Hermes Company. Every woman always wants to have one of these handbags in their wardrobe. This is the kind of handbag that comes in different styles and designs. They come in different colors.

The next in line from the Hermes brand is the Hermes Kelly that was named after the fashion icon Grace Kelly. This handbag was first introduced in the year 1930 and has always been extremely popular right since then. This is a great fashion style statement to have in your wardrobe. The demand for this handbag has always out passed the supply.

The third option, apart from the two mentioned, are the modern handbags from the Hermes brand. You can buy them in the most varied options of Hermes replica handbags. They not only have a wonderful design and luxury to them but come in a million different colors and styles. If you don't want to go for the Birkin or the Kelly handbag, which are the two most wonderful best sellers of the brand, you can opt for the more contemporary handbags. These are the messenger handbags which give one a more modern and youthful look. Bring home the most fashionable of handbags from the new handbag collection at Hermes. You are bound to love the way it makes you feel.

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•2:51 PM
By Kathy Hendrix

If you haven't seen Fight Club yet, well... Welcome to the twenty first century. How was it under that rock where you live? This movie was sort of a cultural event back in the late nineties. It wasn't just a movie, it was The Thing everyone was talking about, and has since had every bit as much of an influence on the modern world cinema as Pulp Fiction and Goodfellas had had some years earlier. It's certainly one of the must download movies of the decade.

The story follows an unnamed narrator portrayed by Ed Norton. There's a lot of "Office Space" type humor as he disparages his corporate white collar job, but there's an ugliness to it here, a darkness not present in Office Space. The movie is very deep and brooding and twisted, while at the same time sarcastic and nonchalant about the whole thing.

The narrator meets Tyler Durden, and the rest is history. Durden is a character who is completely free of the boundaries of society placed on most people. You know Kramer, from Seinfeld? He's kind of like that. Just, imagine how dangerous, frightening, and at the same time, inspiring, Kramer would be if you took him out of the sitcom setting and put him into a world where his actions could result in serious consequences.

Durden serves as the heart of the film in more ways than one. He and the narrator found the Fight Club, a get together where men can come and, well, fight each other. They let out all their frustrations and try to remember what it means to be a man by pounding their fists into one another. The movie follows the club as it grows into something more.

From there, it grows into a cultural movement, and a dangerous one, at that. It's fascinating seeing just how far it goes. It shows that there's a lot of rage and anger out there. It doesn't seem that far fetched that so many people would catch on to the ideas Durden puts forth, and while parts of the movie are outlandish, this part is not.

The ending is really something. Since then, it's become sort of cliche to end with a big twist about who's who, but at the time, it was really a new idea and it worked really well. A little gimmicky, maybe not even necessary to the purposes of the film, but it was really a surprise when you saw it the first time.

Ed Norton has since gone on to do a lot of... Well, some people call it Oscarbait. He does a lot of movies that are more, you know, "indie", and he's controversial, not all directors enjoy working with him. However, in Fight Club, he really gives the performance his all, creating a character who is both an everyman and a completely unique individual, and the perfect contrast to Tyler Durden. Pitt as Durden is every bit as capable, and turns in one of his best performances.

Love it or hate it, this movie, as shocking, grotesque and violent as it may be, is one of the most influential of the last twenty years, and at the very least, deserves its due respect.

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•2:47 PM
By Troy Hughes

Camping trips provide a good opportunity of experiencing nature and spending time outdoors. Most people who love nature go on them, but we have some family friends who kept telling us how much they hated nature, yet each year they went on several camping trips that lasted for several days.

We were really curious and asked them on several occasions why they kept going, if they hated it, but we never got a clear answer. When we offered to join them on one of their trips, they didn't seem very pleased, and refused.

While shopping, I noticed their getting a large tent, telling me how important a good tent is, when camping. When I added that, although large, the tent is also quite large, and a smaller one would be just as good, they laughed and didn't mind me. Considering the number of camping trips they've gone on in the past years, I figured they knew better.

I was right, and they knew exactly what they are doing, as I discovered by accident. I heard noises in the hallway and decided to check it out, only to see them climbing toward the top of the building, in full camping gear, and with their tent.

Following them led me to the roof, where they had their big tent all set up, a large collection of magazines, and a 8gb zune player connected to some speakers. This appeared to be their "camping" spot. I decided to let them know I was there, and told them how much I liked their player.

After recovering from their initial shock, they started laughing as hard as they could. It appears this was "their" secret camping place, and a very relaxing one. They were kind enough to let us join them, now, and we do so, at every opportunity. Just be on the lookout for two tents on top of a building.

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•2:27 PM
By Ramon Boyd

Owning a computer means that if you do not feel like going out to the movies and spending a fortune, you do not have to, not when you can choose from tons of movie download sites to get your movie fix and in the privacy of your own home. Below are some notes on what you should look for.

One way you can get an idea of how good a movie download site is, is by reading the reviews from those who review sites on a regular basis and also by those who have actually used the site. A four or five star rating is a pretty good clue that you might have found a good site.

One of the favorite features that most people like is if the site offers the ability to download any movie or music and then burn them so you can view or listen to them at a later date. A nice extra would be if they offered a program that made DVD and CD labels as well.

It is important that they offer a nice P2P software that will connect you to millions of other members from all over. This then makes for a far wider variety of movies, music and games to choose from. You also want to make sure that they offer their members tutorials that can help you every step of the way if you are having problems with anything on the site. Good quality movies is a must, so make sure that you read the reviews closely. Also a nicely designed site is always a plus.

A website that is not only nice on the eyes also needs to be user friendly as well. The site that allows you to download large files is also a nice feature. You might also want to see how soon the release new movies as well. Along with being able to download the movies and music this site also allows you to download your favorite games. Also see if the site offers any type of special perhaps something like a lifetime offer that gives you a nice discount off of the regular monthly chargers.

If you like speed you should see what type of download speeds are offered from sites before signing up. It is a good thing to know if the site offers a variety of different types of downloads over and beyond the movies or music that they might offer. The more variety they offer the more you are going to be willing to pay their monthly fees.

Another thing you want to see in a movie downloads site is if they offer all the latest movies and whether most of them are of DVD quality sound and picture. Look for sites that give their members a free download accelerator so the download speeds are even faster. The site should make their interfaces easy to use and there should be something special to keep their members coming back for more.

If you are looking for super speed try to find a site that offers their members a free accelerator You can achieve extremely high download speeds by simply downloading an accelerator. Another important thing to look for is if they have a good customer service. There is nothing like going to a site, have a problem and then find out their customer service is either bad or simply does not exist. Also make sure to see if they have any kind of money back guarantees.

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•2:17 PM
By Ken Dragki

Using a digital camcorder is the best way to preserve memories of the people and places that are important in your life. If you are tired of using the video function on your digital camera and want to expand into better looking digital video, a digital camcorder is the way to go.

While using a camcorder, every one of us has experienced the problem of the battery running out. But this problem can be overcome by using lithium ion batteries instead of NiMH (Nickel-metal-hydride), they last longer and are easier to maintain.

The manufacturers always go on adding various new features to digital camcorders. You can update yourself about these new developments by going through media magazines and showrooms near your area.

Every camcorder consists of three major parts, the lens which allows light into the camera and adjusts the zoom and what is recorded, the imager which converts the light to create the electric signal, and the recorder which records that movie data and sound.

Camcorders have a variety of settings which allow you to record in color, black and white. Another great feature is that they record both sight and sound.

Before you start shopping, it's absolutely essential that you set a budget for your camera. Without a budget, you'll either experience sticker shock when you head to the store, or you'll end up buying a more expensive camera than you should. Good quality digital cameras costs anywhere between $300 and $1000. Make sure you know where on that range you fit so you can start looking at the right models of cameras. Try to pick a camcorder that covers your needs as much as possible. Using a camcorders allows us to record those special moments and play them back for many years to come.

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•3:07 PM
By Don Sloan

Electrical mobility scooters are built to aid those who have physical conditions which make walking difficult enjoy the sense of independence and liberty that comes from mobility. When selecting the appropriate make and model of an electrical scooter the individual rider's overall physical condition and personal preferences must be considered re the basic development of the scooter.

The basic construction should combine a backrest, seat and foot support to offer a comfortable and stable seating base. This enables riders to use their energy on the necessary activities,eg operating the auto and accomplishing tasks from inside the mobility scooter instead of wasting effort making an attempt to maintain a comfortable, upright position. The seat unit should have an anatomically contoured seat base and backrest and be wide enough to accommodate out of doors clothing if necessary. However , it shouldn't be so wide that the user is compelled to sit asymmetrically to feel correctly supported. If the seat is too narrow it will become uncomfortable and increase the risk of pressure sores.

Try to choose an electrical mobility scooter which has a seat and backrest which can be adjusted to meet individual comfort levels. Additionally, a seat with fold up armrests adds to the comfort of the rider, make transferring off and on the seat simpler and will cut back the amount of physical load on the higher body. A stable seating posture is essential in order to manage the vehicle's controls which are found on the tiller, or steering column and handlebars.

If the proposed rider has an interest in an electric mobility scooter that may travel as well as provide travel you'll want to research conveyable electric mobility scooters. Conveyable mobility scooters can be dismantled for transport and storage. On larger scooters or those meant for craggy out of doors use, you may want to check the weight of the largest individual piece in order to be properly prepared to disassemble as individual parts can still be quite heavy.

When you consider transporting a mobility scooter you will have to bear in mind that transporting the scooter will require it to be broken down prior to the next destination, assembled upon arrival, disassembled on return and once again assembled for use at home. This may not appear terribly convenient, but when it comes to being able to join family and friends on a special outing or having to pick to not participate due to physical restrictions, the break down and setup of the mobility scooter is a more than productive little chore compared with the advantages it brings to the rider and their ability to interact independently with family and friends.

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