Saturday, October 31, 2009

A Selection Of Precise Movie Summaries To Look At

By Peter Wilkins

Until recently, if you wanted to watch a movie, a trip to a video store like blockbuster was your only option. These days you can stay at home and get movies from a movie download site. Let's look at what you might find to watch using a movie download site.

Night of the Grizzly: Tolerable Western of rancher Stroller conquering all the dangers of Western life, even a very nasty bear. Cast includes Joseph Pevney, Clint Stroller, Martha Hyer, Keenan Wynn, Nancy Kulp, Ron Ely, Regis Toomey, and Jack Ela. (102 minutes, 1966)

Dracula's Daughter: A Spanish language adaptation of the terror classic was filmed simultaneously with the Hollywood rendition on the identical sets although much of the orchestrating and camerawork are actually better in this Spaniosh version! Other chief variance: the ladies are outfitted more provocatively. All that's missing is a performer with the appeal of Lugosi in the lead role. Cast includes Carlos Villar Villarias, Lupita Tovar, Pablo Alvarez Rubio, Barry Norton, Eduardo Arozamena, Carmen Guerrero, and Manuel Arbo. (103 minutes, 1931)

Time Machine: Inventor Alexander Hartedegen believes that time travel is possible. When he suffers the loss of a loved one to a tragic death, he is now determined to back in time to change the events. He rushes his invention, and makes an attempt at time travel. The only problem is that he winds up 800,000 years into the future.

The Jackie Robinson Story: Simple bio of Robinson, the first black man to play Major League Baseball. Captivating as a historical story; pointed in its presentation of the racial issues engaged. Interestingly, Robinson's Negro League ball club is named the Black Panthers! Dee plays Robinson's spouse. The movie is depicted by Brock Peters. Cast includes Jackie Robinson, Red Dee, Little Watson, Louise Beavers, Richard Aisle, Harry Shannon, Ben Lessy, and Joel Fuellen. (76 minutes, 1950)

From Nashville with Music: Some excellent country and western music, although one would be better served to purchase one of the actors' albums rather than agonizing through this tale of a New York couple who go to the Grand Ole Opry by accident. Cast includes Marilyn Maxwell, Leo G. Carroll, Pedro Gonzalez, Marty Robbins, Merle Haggard, and Buck Owens. (87 minutes, 1969)

Act of the Heart: A religious based film that deals with religion and people who become obsessed with it. A young lady falls in love with a priest in the Catholic Church with obvious difficulties to follow. Stars include Genevieve Bujold, Donald Sutherland, Bill Mitchell, and Monique Leyrac. (1970 Canadian-drama directed by Paul Almond)

The Sinister Urge: Devoted cops Duncan and Moore set out to bash the "smut film racket," which is run by a brassy blond who inscribes with a 4-foot quill pencil. One of Wood's least known works illustrates with complete conviction how photographs of fat ladies in their underwear are the principal cause of adolescent delinquency. Cast includes Kenne Duncan, Duke Moore, Carl Anthony, Jean Fontaine, Dino Fantini, and Jeanne Willardson. (75 minutes, 1960)

Buffalo Soldiers: In 1989, the peacetime U.S. Army stationed in Germany is largely manned by men who had an option of penitentiary or time in the service. One of them (Phoenix) is a salesperson who wheels and deals, Bilko-like, under the nose of his naive commander (Harris) till a new top sergeant shows up (Glenn) who's decided to clean things up. Cast includes Joaquin Phoenix, Ed Harris, Scott Glenn, Anna Paquin, Elizabeth McGovern, Michael Pena, Leon Robinson, Gabriel Mann, and Dean Stockwell. (98 minutes, 2003)

Factory Girl: Dismal, true tale of 1960s socialite Edie Sedgwick Miller and her self-damaging down turn into depravity and drug dependency after becoming one of Andy Warhol's underground-film "megastars." Christensen plays a renowned musician who looks, acts, and sounds suspiciously like Bob Dylan, with whom she has a stormy event. Cast includes Sienna Miller, Gentleman Pearce, Hayden Christensen, Jimmy Fallon, Jack Huston, and Shawn Hatosy. (90 minutes, 2006)

Remember, be creative and use phrases like "Movie Downloads Sites". If that phrase gets you nowhere, try another phrase. "Downloading Films" would be worth a try.

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Romo Shines As Cowboys Top Falcons

By Ross Everett

Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo has been plagued by inconsistency over the past two seasons, but on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons he was in top form. Romo threw for 311 yards and 3 touchdowns with no interceptions as Dallas ripped the visiting Falcons by a final score of 37-21. Backup receiver Miles Austin had another solid game in place of injured starter Roy Williams, with 171 yards receiving and two touchdown grabs. Both teams are now 4-2 on the NFL season.

NFL betting enthusiasts who backed Dallas as -5' home favorite were rewarded with a pointspread victory. The Cowboys evened their mark against the NFL pointspread at 3-3, while Atlanta slipped to 4-2 against the number. The 58 points scored went OVER the posted total of 48.

In his postgame comments to the media, Romo gave props to the undrafted Austin for making the best of his opportunity:

"He's definitely a big part of this offense. I'm glad to see all his hard work and effort is paying off."

Dallas owner Jerry Jones commended Romo on his performance:

"I think that you've got a wiser and you've got a more experienced Tony Romo than of old, and I think you see he's still got some of that instinctive thing that he can make plays and make winning plays."

The Cowboys' defense pestered the Falcons' Matt Ryan into two interceptions, and 34 year old Keith Brooking was a big part of that. Based on his comments after the game, there may be some 'sour grapes' after he was cut loose by the Falcons after 11 seasons in an Atlanta uniform:

"The last thing I was told by one of the coaches is this is a young man's game. I guess an old man can still play in this league."

Patrick Crayton returned a punt for a touchdown and caught a Romo pass for another. Cowboys' coach Wade Phillips had this praise for him:

"Crayton is the kind of guy you want on your football team. He's going to make plays when he has opportunities."

Losing quarterback Matt Ryan had little to say about the defeat:

"It's frustrating because we feel we can play better."

Atlanta has a difficult road challenge ahead as they travel south to face the red hot New Orleans Saints next Monday night. The Falcons have been installed as +10 road underdogs with the total set at 54. They'll host the struggling Washington Redskins the following Sunday before traveling to Charlotte, NC to face the Carolina Panthers on November 15. Dallas will host the Seattle Seahawks this weekend, with the Cowboys a -9' home favorite and the total set at 45.

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Where to Find Used Treadmills For Sale

By Dave Johnson

Buying a used treadmill is a bigger expense. New treadmills for home use which are motorized cost from $750 to $5,000. In general, the pricier ones are better. Often, you can find used treadmills for sale at a huge discount which provides better value treadmill for the money you pay. The new motorized treadmills under $1,000 are less sturdy and are underpowered and provide fewer options to adjust the incline, programmed workouts.

Every New Year, many make a resolution to lose weight and buy a new treadmill intending to exercise and see results. But as the year passes, the resolution fades away and the treadmill begins to get dusty and unused. Then they decide to give away their used treadmills for sale which are almost unused. They will practically be termed as ''used treadmills' but often will be new ones.

You can save so much money by buying a used treadmill. You should make sure that the equipment is in good working order and the price shows that and you will get yourself a great deal. Here are a few places that you can look for some used treadmills for sale.

1. Local Classifieds Ads often advertise used treadmills. Check out the ads and make a list of your preferable choices.

2. Auction websites and online listings. The internet is a great way to see what you can get for your money but remember to add postage costs.

3. Charity stores. Some larger charity stores sell all sorts of items such as furniture, exercise equipment and more.

4. Local gyms. Gyms try to have up to the minute technology in their gyms and as such often sell off the slightly lesser models.

5. Look for garage sales which happen very often everywhere. Most people love to sell their used equipments during garage sale and you may get good deals. Be sure to go early or else it may become someone else's possession as they go away soon.

No matter from what source you buy a used treadmill, it is mandatory that you try it out before you buy. Get on the machine and run on it to see if it works fine. The equipment has to look sturdy and in good condition too. Make sure the cords and other parts are working well. Ask your questions to the seller to ensure that it is really a good machine though used. Check for warranty details also. Find out about the age, condition and model number of the machine and get to know if it had gone through any repairs etc.

So now you have a list of places to look for used treadmills for sale then why not take a look and see what is on offer. Remember if you are getting a quality treadmill that is going to last you a long time then you will be getting good value for money.

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Deals To Sharm El Sheikh

By Kevin D Peters

The resort of Sharm El Sheikh has a lot to offer families who wish to visit Egypt. There are many outdoor activities that children and adults together can try out from snorkeling through to scuba diving. There are various very plush hotels if a more luxurious holiday is what you are after. For sun worshipers try out the beautiful sandy beaches.

The flight times to the area vary dependant upon where you fly from initially and whether you get a direct flight or have to change planes. Transfer times once you have arrived are approximately 25 minutes.

If you wish to try traditional Middle East food then you must try Sharm Old Market. Seafood features strongly on their menus but there are also lots of other options for non fish eaters also.

Low cost flights can easily be found flying out from all major airports. You can arrange your own individual plans and book separate flights and accommodation or opt for a package holiday where all the details are arranged for you.

The amount you pay for your holiday will be based upon your requirements whilst on vacation. There are upmarket holidays such as cruises which will cost more, at around $2, 000 + without flights for a 10 night cruise which includes a stay in a mainland hotel also.

Those of you looking for a package deal to take the stress of organising things will be able to find a deal where you will have seven nights in a upmarket hotel. This will set you back around $750, dependant upon the time of year.

For those of you who wish to arrange your own accommodation you will find that luxury villas cost about $500 + per week. These villas come with their own pool. Flight costs vary, ranging from $1, 329 return flying out from Los Angeles or $1, 277 from Miami and $1, 154 from JFK in New York. These are all based around flying out in December. The prices will increase or decreases depending upon the time of year you fly and the airline you choose. The above prices are based on major airline flights.

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Friday, October 30, 2009

Some Informations On RTG Casinos

If you haven't caught on yet, you should know that RTG casinos can be pretty fun. Just think about all the money you can make and the people you can talk to from the comfort of your own office chair. Don't rush into it though! Make sure that you read a few things about RTG casinos first. There are a lot of rules to follow, and they are there for a reason, after all, without rules there would just be chaos!

Play Mechanics

Before you begin to play, there is software to install. The RTG site that you are using will have this software and it will be readily available. So long as you actually have a computer and internet connection, this will be no problem.

Prepare to play, but only after you do these things:

*To begin your download, you will want to pick an RTG casino, and when you have done this, it's time to register. Create a new account in the lobby, and then decide how you want to deposit money into the account. There are many methods that you can use. You could use a credit card, or you could use a wire transfer. It's really up to you, and the options available will depend on what RTG you use. Finish your registration process and click OK.

*You will need to head over to the lobby to deposit your money. When you go there, there should be a 'Cashier' option. This will allow you to make your preferred deposit and you will get in on the game, which is what you've been waiting for.

It's pretty easy to get into the game. There are likely a lot of tables available, and you need only sit down at one. Whether you Video slots, progressive games, real series, whatever you want. You're sure to have a great time!

Player Etiquette

It's common for any place, whether online or off-there are going to be rules. Make sure that you follow these rules so that everyone will be much happier. But if you do not heed the rules, you will more than likely find yourself banned, which is a bad situation for anyone.

* Make sure that you stick with players of your own skill. By doing this you will ensure that everyone has a fun and challenging experience. If you wish to move up in the ranks, play some games for fun so you'll get the hang of the harder games.

* There is usually a chat function, but make sure that you use it with care. Do not abuse the chat with profanities or hate slurs. This can only lead to trouble for you later on.

*If you wish to chat or speak in forums, RTG casinos will demand that yous peak English. Please understand that this isn't a discrimination of any kind, it is simply the most common language, and it is easier if everyone speak it.

Play Limits

When you gamble, you want to make sure that you at least to t responsibly. Yes, it can be a hassle, but set limits for yourself so that you don't end up becoming addicted. When the limit is reached it's quite simple: stop gambling. Don't let it tear your life apart, and don't walk away from everything you know just because of a gambling addiction.

If you follow the rules and set your limits, then you're bound to have a great time with RTG casinos. So get to it, and enjoy!

A Reflection On What Might Have Been Avoided

By Andre Hansen

You choose to take a few classes to coach you how to ride. Your first day of class, you told that you're going to discover how to inspect and maintain a saddle. You will learn the part of western saddle and how they're used.

You are saddened to find out that you need to learn the rest before you'll be taught how to ride. Why can't you simply learn the way to ride? You are told that you will learn the answer to that question the next day. Great, now you have got to wait.

All night you are brooding about why you cannot just ride the pony. To you, it seems that you've got to do unimportant work that you do not must know anything about. The next day as everyone seems to be getting ready for the days class, you see a van pull up. What are they doing here?

OK, why is an individual who is in a wheelchair is chatting to a grouping of people who are learning to ride? Crane tells the group that he must tell his story for them to realize why he is there. So he starts. He had things to do that afternoon and he needed to hurry up and get a ride in before he lost his opportunity. He was in a rush, so he decided to just throw a saddle on a pony and go.

He remembers meeting with his friend and they decided to take the horses to a stream to get some water. The very next thing he recollects is feeling something break, he started falling and then everything went black.

He would find out later that when he slid, he broke bones in his back. He learned that his accident might have been stopped if he just took a second to test the parts of western saddle. Now you see why derrick is there. He's living evidence that you need to be careful; he is the height of what not to do when it comes to horses and gear.

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Karaoke Songs During Live Performances - Song Selection

By Nellie Hasburn

The largest decision that any karaoke singer has to make for karaoke is what song they should attempt on stage. There are literally thousands of tracks available with most karaoke sets, so it can be intimidating searching through the big book of songs, but if you keep in mind a few tips it will make your night simpler, and provide as much enjoyment as possible.

First, ensure that you choose a karaoke track that suits your voice. Whether it is your first time or 101st time, you have to determine that you can accomplish at least majority of the tones you need. If you have a deep voice, there is no point of picking out music stars like Celine Dion or Whitney Houston, and the same goes for high-pitch voices; Barry White should be out of the question. Alternatively choose karaoke tracks that fit within your vocal range, and that way instead of worrying about if you can hit that challenging note coming up, you will be able to relax and just savor the song.

Selecting the proper karaoke song also depends on what you are getting up stage for. If you are with friends, and looking at getting up as a group for a bit of fun, it is prudent to pick out an up-tempo song that fits your mood instead of a slow ballad. If you are a regular, and want to take something a bit more difficult, there is nothing inappropriate in selecting a slower song if you can handle it.

If you're celebrating an adult / older folks birthday with a karaoke party. You need to acknowledge what songs to choose. Do your homework. You don't want to choose any old karaoke song; you require to choose karaoke music that conjures a feel of nostalgia. Determine what songs were best-selling when the party honoree grew up. Your best bet is to distinguish the top 10 songs of each year or decade and build up your play list round those karaoke tracks.

But a little point to think about most karaoke bars is that most individuals are out to have a great time, so picking out a slow and gloomy song that does not truly fit the ambiance of the room can have drastic consequences.

In Conclusion, when choosing your karaoke song it is advisable to find a song with a melodic line and words that you are at least familiar with. You do not have to recognise every song you get up stage for off by heart (thats why the TVs are there to aid you) but choosing a karaoke track that you have listened more than once or twice will give you a bit more assurance in singing on stage.

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Quality Reports On Some Big Screen Pictures

By Kathy Aguirre

Check out some movie reviews below. Here are some ways to find movie download sites. Film download searches will include "Online DVD Rental Services", "DVD Movie Online Rental", and "Download Films".

I Love You: A stupid, pretentiously arty journal of the relationship between Braga and Pereio, each of whom tries to exploit the other. Sonia, nonetheless, is pleasant to check out. Cast includes Sonia Braga, Paulo Cesar Pereio, Vera Fischer, Tarcisio Meira, Maria Lucia Dahl, and Regina Case. (104 minutes, 1981)

Belles on Their Toes: A widowed architect (Loy) will battle to aid (in addition to raise) her aging brood. 20th Century Fox back lot seen at its best in recollecting early 1900s America. Clifton Webb makes a concise appearance at the finale. Cast includes Myrna Loy, Jeanne Crain, Debra Paget, Jeffrey Hunter, Edward Arnold, Hoagy Carmichael, Barbara Bates, Robert Arthur, Verna Felton, and Martin Milner. (89 minutes, 1952)

The Gene Krupa Story: A commonplace rendition of awesome jazz drummer's life, his ups and downs, and his battle with pill dependency Cast includes Don Weis, Sal Mineo, Susan Kohner, James Darren, Susan Oliver, Yvonne Craig, Lawrence Dobkin, Crimson Nichols, and Buddy Lester. (101 minutes, 1959)

Signs of Life: An old boat making business in Maine closes its doors, and the workers, young and old, who've spent their lives there, try to decide out what to do next. Cast includes Arthur Kennedy, Kevin J. O'Connor, Vincent Phillip D'Onofrio, Michael Lewis, Fellow Bridges, Kate Reid, Kathy Bates, Mary-Louise Parker, and Georgia Engei. (91 minutes, 1989)

Airmail: A daring tale of pioneer airmail guides supercharged by fine aerial scenes and excellent cast. A first rate film. Cast includes Pat O'Brien, Ralph Bellamy, Russell Hopton, Thin Summerville, Frank Albertson, and Gloria Stuart. (83 minutes, 1932)

Boots Malone: Holden comes to life in the role of a gloomy personality who reforms while he trains Stewart to become a jockey. Cast includes William Holden, Johnny Stewart, Ed Begley, Harry Morgan, and Whit Bissell. (103 minutes, 19852)

De-Lovely: Handsome however strange biopic of the incredible songwriter Cole Porter, whose love for his spouse didn't preclude him from chasing homosexual affairs. Kline is much more interesting than the film as the scene in which he instructs Barrowman how to harmonize "Night and Day" shows. Cast includes Kevin Kline, Ashley Judd, Jonathan Pryce, Kevin McNally, Allan Corduner, Sandra Nelson, Keith Allen, James Wilby, John Barrowman, Kevin McKidd, Peter Polycarpou, and Richard Dillane. (125 minutes, 2004)

It Started With a Kiss: An airy comedy in reference to crazy Reynolds and her Army officer spouse Ford, trying to make a go of marriage. The film is set in Spain. Cast includes Glenn Ford, Debbie Reynolds, Eva Gabor, Fred Clark, Edgar Buchanan, and Harry Morgan. (104 minutes, 1959)

Food of the Gods: This is a terrible adaptation of H. G. Wells' novel. An odd event has caused mammoth expansion in the size of wasps, chickens and rats. Cast includes Marjoe Gortner, Pamela Franklin, Ida Lupino, Jon Code, and Ralph Meeker. (88 minutes, 1976)

Almost any film you can think of can be downloaded from a site online. Remember to use search terms like "Popular Movie Rentals" and "Hindi Movie Rentals" when looking for movie sites. If neither of those work use "New Movie Rental".

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Looking At Dance As A Performance Art Form

By Peggy Ryersen

Dance is both a sport and art. It basically refers to any kind of body movements which are rhythmic and graceful and performed along with music. Dancing allows people to express their emotions or social interactions when in a spiritual or social situation. The ideas can be expressed by body movements and are a way of communicating without having to be verbal. This form of communication is not just limited to humans and is often found in nature. One such example would be bees. Other types of partner dancing include figure skating and synchronized swimming.

Dancing is more than just its movements. A lot of dance forms depend on other factors, such as the social, moral aesthetic and cultural settings. Any restraints placed upon free expression or competitions can also affect dance forms, as well as ceremonial performing arts. In this case the dance can tell a story or show an expression or emotion.

Different types of dance forms can take the form of classical dance like the tango, ballroom dancing, ballet, and even the waltz. There are plenty of competitions in which these classical dances are held on a performance level. If you are interested in dancing as a career, you can go in for professional dancing with dance companies, become a choreographer for dance performances and even training fledgling dancers to dance in traditional, ethnic, and ceremonial dance forms. You can teach your students to perform as a solo dance performer, a partner Dance performer or take part in a properly choreographed group dance.

Music and dance just go together. It is hard to imagine a famous show, like the Blue Danube, being performed without the music. It is only logical that both dance and music evolved as musicians started to compose their symphonies or rhapsodies in a way that allowed people listening to the music to move with it. Such movements included dipping, gliding and swaying in such a way that seems suitable to the listener. Only after the music was composed were fixed sets of moves for a dance decided upon. This enabled the development of many dance forms.

There is a term you are probably familiar with, which is "dancing to your own drum". In this case, in rhythm and dance, this is simply dancing with no music. A form of this type of dance is tap dancing. It is in itself an amazing way of making music with a rhythmic tapping off of the feet.

Dance is also being used as a form of therapy for better muscular coordination by therapists since it is a form that is both not only a pleasant workout but helps the body in its flexibility and gracefulness and if that were not enough these dance movements are said to be both relaxing and invigorating.

Finally no reason is needed! If the music makes you want to get up and dance, then start dancing!

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Thursday, October 29, 2009

The Canuck Fan Condition

By Lisa Ovens

Well let's see ...so far we've has a sum total of two home games this post season. What does that get us? The Province Newspaper is asking readers for parade route ideas, a facebook group has been created to petition the engraving of the late Luc Bourdon's name onto the Stanley Cup the Canucks have yet to win, and we've had our first riot in Surrey, oops, my mistake, our first riot at the Surrey/ Delta border (Surrey slash Delta: what? Neither area wants to own up to the riot so they decided to share it?).

The Canuck fan condition at its peak? I doubt it.

I love the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and I am forever fascinated by what it does to everybody. When the Canucks are in the playoffs, there are two kinds of fans: those that get ahead of themselves and think the Cup is ours, and those that don't. And listening to the two groups clash has become a regular event for me these days. One side gets pumped up, and then the other side swoops in and tries to settle it down.

These are exciting times, and reveling in our first ever sweep is pretty cool. Yes, we are on our way to somewhere. Personally once I see the Aston Martin DB9's cruising around the Westside accessorized with Canuck car flags, I will know the fever has thoroughly spread. Until such time, I'll continue to check out the crazy Canuck online poll questions, peruse new Canucks Facebook groups, and make time to sneak away from the Internet, the chatter on sports talk radio, and soak up a little sun while its here. Living in the moment is about all I can do.

The Canuck Fan Tradition:

There are fans out there wanting to establish new Vancouver Canucks playoff traditions. I guess the simplicity of waving a white towel isn't enough for some anymore. Singing one verse of the anthem without the aid of the anthem singer doesn't cut it either, despite the fact fans in other NHL Cities love the way we do it here in Vancouver.

Thanks to Calgary's mighty Sea of Red, some Canuck fans, especially the younger ones, are either suffering from feelings of inadequacy or just desperate for something to call their own. Color coordinating the crowd in GM Place will take some time and some work. The Flying V and Skate logo enthusiasts aren't about to change to the new colors and logo now.

How many traditions do we really need? Are people really going for quantity over quality? For those wanting more consider early parade route planning a tradition. And due to multiple Canucks uniforms and logos, we could add identity crisis to the list.

But still we should feel good about the playoff traditions already in place.

Have no fear, little ones, ours is a Sea of Eras, and it sings in unison, united by white terry cloth and the enduring desire to see the Canucks and the Stanley Cup slowly make their way down our city streets.

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The Jump Manual Review - Jacob Hiller Jump Manual Program

By Will Theydon

The The Jump Manual is written by Jacob Hiller, a seasoned athletic coach. It is considered today as the most complete guide to increasing your jumps' heights in no time. His system fundamentals were based on 8 years of development as he continued to coach his athletes.

This manual has indeed worked out the best for a lot of professional athletes and novices alike in different areas of sports and leisure, mainly in the increasing of their vertical jumps. Because of this, a better performance was seen on their side of the bargain.

This manual has indeed worked out the best for a lot of professional athletes and novices alike in different areas of sports and leisure, mainly in the increasing of their vertical jumps. Because of this, a better performance was seen on their side of the bargain.

The whole Jump Manual Program will surely increase your vertical jump through different workout charts and videos that instruct you on how to proceed with each exercise. You will also become more aware about how some exercises are better than other and you will learn to use the stretch shortening cyle, plyometrics and other complex training to develop your performance.

The reputation of this program has been well acclaimed over the past few years and is still increasing. The Jump Manual is something that every person will not regret to have as the experience the author has had in the past is something that you could not disregard. The results of his program would suggest a zero refund rate which only would point out that the people who had previously invested in it have been very much satisfied. It can be bought at only $67 and for something that guarantees a 10 inch jump height increase, it's all worth it.

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Avoiding The Trap to Addictive Gambling

By Scott Hastings

Everybody knows about the obvious obsessions to drugs and alcohol. But a lesser known obsession is the slavery to betting. Many of us do not think of this addiction when the matter comes up, but betting can be a main obsession which can be extremely hard to crack. A betting addiction can cause taking or even suicide if you get too deep. And it is so straightforward to fall into this type of obsession. With betting being officially permitted in 27 states, the facility to be trapped in such an endeavor is very genuine.

Many will say that is too straightforward to reach an addictive state with gambling. And in some ways that is true. But what it comes down to is self-determination and self control. The solution is in knowing when to stop. And things which many folks do not view as gambling basically are. Stuff like bingo and the lottery are truly betting. They might not be on the large scale of some other betting, but they are still gambling and can still create an addiction. But when you look at these sorts of gambling you must ask why more people do not get dependent.

It is because, as mentioned above, they realize what their boundaries are and when to stop. The problem with dependent gamblers is that they squander all of their rationality. They keep gambling and believe that they can never lose. This keeps them going for more and more. The more they succeed, the more they bet. The sole thing to remember is that nobody wins all the time. Eventually, you're going to lose.

The sole regular winner is the company. If you simply bet for amusement, that is fine. But be extraordinarily careful ; and don't get too carried away. Since you are betting as a hobby, it could take only 1 or 2 big wins before you think that you may be adequate to do this "full time."

It is when you fall into this sort of view that you can be easily sucked into and addictive state. If you end up heading in this direction then you may need to back off. Ask a member of the family or a friend if he can bet with you. But make the stakes nothing less than dessert or cleaning the house. Keep away from using any cash at all. If you are feeling yourself being drawn to to gambling on a constant or daily basis, take whatever cares you can to steer clear of casinos or perhaps a place that sells lottery tickets. You don't want to have anything, at all, to do with betting if you're being pulled in this direction.

Gambling can be controlled. If you feel that you are barely in a position to stay away from any kind of betting situation, seek out some professional help. It's miles better to do it now than to wait until it is too late. Gambling is something that may be avoided. It can be controlled. Don't allow yourself to go down the road to self destruction. This is a choice which you can formulate. So make it while you continue to understand that you will have a problem. If you wait too long, you will at last reject that any crisis exists.

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Karate Moves You Should Know To Protect Yourself

By Jim Steward

Karate is known to been an effective form of marital arts, so why is it so and what moves are there that we can learn today to get an idea of its effectiveness? First off, you should know that karate was originally developed by ordinary farming folks in Okinawa, Japan. Tired of being attacked and pillaged by armed bandits. These people took it upon themselves to develop a form of empty-handed combat which were effective against these mounted raiders.

Weapons were forbidden to be carried by the common Japanese folks if they were not samurai or the warrior class. This is one of the main reasons why you see flying or high kicks in karate. It was due to the necessity in knocking off these bandits or warriors from their horses.

Now what are some of the moves we can analyze that shows the effectiveness of these karate moves? Among the many moves, there are some common effective ones, like the back hand lash, the bottom fist, side hand hammer blow and choker.

Lets take a quick look at these.The back hand lash was one of the original attack moves in karate and how it is done is that when an opponent comes at you, you lash out with your palms straightened and tightened. It works like a plank of wood being smashed against the enemy's ribs.

For the bottom fist it is delivered best against an enemy that is wearing amour. In the olden days, most warriors wore some form of armor. What this meant was that normal killing blows to the soft vulnerable spots were not feasible. Hence this move was created to smash against hard armor, thereby creating concussion effects on the enemy. Hitting it on the head is effective as it can disorient and even knock out the enemy.

Another move sometimes used by karate practitioners is the heel of palm attack. As the name implies, your striking surface is the heel of the palm. This is powerful for several reasons. If delivered correctly and with connection power, the blow can be devastating to the opponent and can knock them out pretty quick.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Top 8 Ways To Spot A Poker Bluff (Even Online!)

Spotting a poker bluff online is tricky. In offline play, you can watch body language and get physical cues as to when someone is bluffing. Usually unless they are a professional, all poker players give off signs they are bluffing through body language. Online, though, you don't have the ability to read body language, so how can you tell if someone is bluffing?

People still give off signals, even online, that they are bluffing. Some are better at covering, but others are a little loose and easy to catch. Either way, the following are 8 ways that you can spot a poker bluff online.

1. Pay attention to chatter. Some people cannot seem to hold their tongue. Some people who bluff will be chatting away. What they say may not match up to how they play and that is what you are watching for. Players may just reveal their bluff in what they say without ever realizing it.

2. A person bluffing may raise before the flop and quickly raise again. They are driving up the pot and hoping you don't have a hand you feel confident about.

3. If someone jumps into the game quickly or chooses to sits out and then changes their mind right as the cards are being dealt then they are someone to watch. They probably won't have a good hand, but are simply impatient. If they keep raising or they call quickly then chances are they are bluffing.

4. It is always smart to watch someone who goes all in with a low show on the table. This person may just be ready to call it a day and figures why not go out on a high note.

5. Get to know playing styles. The best players mix up their style, but your average player will usually follow the same general patterns. If someone starts playing odd then they should be watched. They may have a good hand, but chances are they are trying to bluff. Get to know the other players styles so you can spot when things are not quite right.

6. Watch aggressive or loose players. If you notice someone who is always playing aggressively then you never really know when to trust them because they cannot possible have an amazing hand every time.

7. Another thing about watching players - watch what is shown at the end. If someone keeps falling short then you know they like to bluff and you will keep an eye on them in the future.

8. People who play fast are a danger. Someone who is just playing fast and not putting thought into what they are doing is a loose cannon. They may not even have a clue how to play. Don't let them get you. Watch what they play and don't buy into their bluff.

These 8 ways to spot a poker bluff should help you to start being able to cut through the bluffs that are thrown your way online. After some practice and some time you should start to be able to spot online bluffs just as easily as you do during an offline game.

Quality Outlines Of A Varied Collection Of Silver Screen Movies

By Javier Ferguson

The following paragraphs contain some nice movie reviews. If you are looking for a movie download site here are some phrases to search. You should have good luck with a search like "DVD Rental Services"; if not then try "Unlimited DVD Rentals" and "Online Movies To Watch".

Belle Starr: AN elderly Tierney is miscast as infamous lady outlaw in gradually paced account of her lawbreaker occupation. Cast includes Randolph Scott, Gene Tierney, Dana Andrews, John Sheppard (Shepperd Strudwick), and Elizabeth Patterson. (87 minutes, 1941)

Stamboul Quest: Exotic amalgamation of romance and intrigue with German agent Loy finding that he is in love with American scholar Brent in WWI Turkey. Herman Mankiewicz's script is based on a real tale. Cast includes Myrna Loy, George Brent, Lionel Atwill, C. Hemy Gordon, and Mischa Auer. (88 minutes, 1934)

Red: The last film in Kieslowski's "3 Colors" trilogy which, like Blue and White, might stand alone with its self contained tale. Fashion model Jacob meets upset, retired judge Trintignant accidentally, then creates a relationship with him and enters his cloistered, secret life. Set in Geneva, this is a story of a few entangled lives. Cast includes Irene Jacob, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Frederique Feder, Jean-Pierre Lorit, Juliette Binoche, Julie Delpy, and Benoit Regent. (99 minutes, 1994)

Heart like a Wheel: A well made yet curiously uninspiring bio of race-car driver Shirley Muldowney. Cast includes Bonnie Bedelia, Leo Rossi, Hoyt Axton, Bill McKinney, Anthony Edwards, Dean Paul Martin, Paul Bartel, Dick Miller, and Terence Knox. (113 minutes, 1983)

Sidewalk Stories: Alluring, Chaplinesque fantasy that, in its own humble way, boldly remarks on the plight of the destitute in America. Lane stars as a destitute gentleman battling for existence on the roads of Greenwich Village who finds himself caring for a small child whose father has been stabbed by robbers. Cast includes Charles Lane, Nicole Alysia, Sandye Wilson, Darnell Williams, and Trula Hoosier. (97 minutes, 1989)

Rhapsody: A 3 way romance between opulent Taylor, violinist Gassman, and pianist Ericson. Cast includes Elizabeth Taylor, Vittorio Gassman, John Ericson, Louis Calhern, and Michael Chekhov. (115 minutes, 1954)

Ju-on The Grudge: The ghosts of a violently killed mom and her child vengefully terrorize and murder a succession of individuals who have a connection with the humble Tokyo home where the murders took place. Not a tale as such, rather a succession of eerie scenes, some quietly scary, others outright horrifying. Cast includes Megumi Okina, Misaki Ito, Misa Uehara, Yui Ichikawa, Kanji Tsuda, Takako Fuji, Kayoko Shibata, Yukako Kukuri, Takashi Matsuyama, and Yuya Ozeki. (92 minutes, 2003)

On Golden Pond: Fonda, in his last film, is no less than radiant as crotchety retired professor Norman Thayer, Jr., furious at being 80 years old and frightened of losing his mind. Hepburn is fine as his committed, all knowing spouse who shares his summers at Maine lakefront home. Jane is his disassociated daughter. Cast includes Katharine Hepburn, Henry Fonda, Jane Fonda, Doug McKeon, Dabney Coleman, and William Lanteau. (1009minutes, 1981)

The Forgiven Sinner: Belmondo gives restrained, eccentric acting job as clergyman trying to set gloomy lady onto the road of righteousness. Cast includes Lee Van Cleef, Warren Oates, Forrest Tucker, Kerwin Mathews, and Mariette Hartley. Cast includes Jean-Paul Belmondo, Emmanuele Riva, Patricia Gozzi, and Irene Tunc. (101 minutes, 1961)

Movie downloads can be found for nearly any movie made. Remember to use search terms like "Movies Online" and "Unlimited Movie Downloads" when looking for movie sites. If those fail you try "Best Movie Download".

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A Couple Of Interesting Film Story Lines To View

By Bill Harrington

It wasn't that long ago that a trip to the corner video shop was the most convenient way to get a movie. These days you can stay at home and get movies from a movie download site. Below is a sample of some of the movies you can find using movie download sites.

XXX: Xander 'XXX''Cage has been brought in by NSA agent Gibbons to help him with an urgent matter. He must help the MSA bring down a Russian crime ring, or face jail time. Agent Gibbons needs an unknown person with incredible skill and talent to get inside the organization. Is XXX the right man for the job?

Navy Seals: Navy Seals go into the Mid-East to rescue captured US pilots. During this successful rescue, the Seals observe that the enemy terrorist have Stinger missiles in their possession. With no time to destroy the missiles, they leave them behind and complete the rescue mission. We need to recover these weapons before terrorists have the chance to use them.

Talladega Nights: The Battle o Ricky Bobby: This is a crazy comedy with NASCAR racing as its platform. Ricky Bobby has become one of the best drivers in NASCAR. When an accident puts him out of action, he loses his nerve for racing. With nothing but racing in his life, Ricky Bobby must find a way to overcome his fear, and return to his championship form.

Single White Female: Alison Jones has just dumped her fiance, and now needs a roommate to keep her apartment. She puts out a classified ad, and eventually chooses Hedra Carlson. Will Hedra be a good choice? Or has Alison made a huge mistake.

Jackson County Jail: Captive Yvette is dumped on by everyone she meets. So she goes on the lam with another inmate in yet a new chase movie. Livelier than most, this one has developed a cult notoriety. Miller later redid it for Television. Cast includes Yvette Miruieux, Tommy Lee Jones, Robert Carradine, Frederic Chef, Severn Darden, Howard Hesseman, and Mary Woronov. R.' (89 minutes, 1976)

Red Tomahawk: Commander Keel saves the town from the Sioux Indians in this Western film with lots of likable actors in the cast. Cast includes Howard Keel, Joan Caulfield, Broderick Crawford, Scott Brady, Wendell Corey, Richard Arlen, and Donald Barry. (82 minutes, 1967)

Another 48 Hours: The team from 48 Hours is back in action. Ex con Reggie Hammond, now freed from prison, is coerced by Detective Jack Gates to help him with another problem. Gates has been hunting an elusive powerful drug dealer. He needs Reggie's help to catch this guy.

The Dark Knight: Batman is determined to clean up the streets of Gotham City. With the help of D.A. Harvey Dent and Lt. Jim Gordon, things are going very well, until a new threat descends upon the city. The criminal psychopath named The Joker is now unleashing his devilish plans on Gotham City. Can Batman stop him?

Only the Strong: An Ex-Green Beret, his old Miami high school friend now bullied by a drug lord, turns twelve of the joint's worst criminals into crime-busters by teaching them a hypnotic, Brazilian form of martial arts. They will now settle the score. Dopey however inoffensive; at its best in potently choreographed fight scenes. Cast includes Mark Dacascos, Stacey Travis, Geoffrey Lewis, Paco Christian Prieto, Todd Susman, Jeffrey and Anderson Gunter. (96 minutes, 1993)

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Gay Vacation Tips for Germany

By Howie Holben

Germany has long been a LGBT stronghold, with thriving communities in all of Germany's metropolitan areas. This is one reason why gay vacations to some of Germany's LGBT hotspots, such as Cologne, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg are well known with travelers from around the world. Germany is home to several Pride festivals of world-renown and offers an accepting gay travel throughout the country. Like in any country, city dwellers are often more accepting than rural villagers; however, as a whole, Germany is a safe, accepting destination for a gay vacation.

Cologne is a fantastic choice for gay travel to Germany and is often referred to as the LGBT capital of the country. Cologne is picturesquely positioned on the Rhine River and is the oldest large city in Germany. It is the home of the famous Cologne Cathedral, Kolsch beer, and a vibrant arts and culture scene that draw travelers from all over the world to experience this grand citys rich history and jovial residents. If anyone looks askance at a same-sex couple showing affection in public, it will very likely be a tourist, since this warm, welcoming city has a huge LGBT population that is fully integrated and well-established.

There are more community cafs, bars, restaurants, clubs and establishments than any traveler could visit in one gay vacation and this friendly city even boasts being the proud host of the 2010 Gay Games. To top it off, LGBT visitors are so welcome here, there is even a Pink WelcomeCard available for purchase from the KolnTourismus Service Centre that provides free public transportation, discounts on local attractions, such as theater, river cruises, museums and opera, and discounts and LGBT shops, saunas, clubs and bars.

Berlin also has a well-established LGBT community and a wide variety of bars, clubs and establishments. Prospective visitors considering gay tours in Berlin might want to consider traveling during Pride season to enjoy Europes largest Gay and Lesbian City Festival, Lesbisch-Schwules Stadtfest, which is hosted in Berlin the weekend before the huge Berlin Gay Pride Parade and Christopher Street Day Festival, attended by hundreds of thousands of LGBT folks, and friends and supporters of the community, making this a perfect time for gay vacations to Germany.

No matter how you travel to Germany, alone or in a group, your Germany gay vacation will undoubtedly be full of many wonderful experiences. In order to make the most of your Germany vacation, consider exploring this intriguing country as part of a professionally arranged gay travel tour or planning your trip through a travel agency well-versed in gay holidays to Germany.

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A Few Accurate Film Summaries To See

By Leslie Mcpherson

With a shop near every neighborhood, video stores have been the most convenient way to get movies for years. The next generation it seems will be getting their movies from movie downloads, avoiding any trips to the store. You can get virtually any movie you want with a good movie download site. Here are some examples.

The Defiant: A preoccupying tale of 2 escaped convicts, one black and one white who are chained together as they escape from prison in the South. Fine performances by Williams and Chaney as individuals they meet during the voyage. Academy Prize for screenplay by Harold Jacob Smith and Nathan E. Cast includes Tony Curtis, Sidney Poitier, Theodore Bike, Charles McGraw, Carnie Williams, and Lon Chaney, Jr. (97 minutes, 1958)

300: 300 tells the epic tale of the Battle of Thempylae. The Persians have come by the thousands to take over Greece. When asked to simply give up, and receive power and riches, the Spartan leader refuses the offer. Instead, he and 300 of his best men stood against the whole of Xerxes army, and kill thousands before finally being overwhelmed by the sheer numbers of the attackers.

Rhapsody in Blue: Hollywood biography of George Gershwin is largely fiction, although comes off better than most other composer biographies, seizing Gershwin's excitement for his work, and some of his central conflicts. Cast includes Robert Aida, Joan Leslie, Alexis Smith, Oscar Levant, Charles Coburn, Hazel Scott, and Al Jolson. (139 minutes, 1945)

Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade: The Nazis are still looking for religious artifacts. Now they are hunting for the Holy Grail. Indiana's father has gone missing in Europe. He was also seeking the Grail. Now on a desperate search, Indiana tries to find his father, and the Grail.

Culpepper Cattle Company: A sixteen-year-old influences track manager to take him along on livestock drive, becomes a guy in the format. Fair however over abundantly vicious Western. Cast includes Gary Dirties, Billy "Green" Bush, Luke Askew, Bo Hopkins, Geoffrey Lewis (92 minutes, 1972)

From Justin to Kelly: Drink sunscreen rather than sitting through this insipid lyrical piece made for Television's American Hero megastars, which finds them trying to make a love connection throughout Miami spring break. No one was anticipating Shakespeare, however there's less weight here than in an Archie comic magazine. Cast includes Kelly Clarkson, Justin Guarini, Katherine Bailess, Anika Noni Rose, Greg Siff, Brian Dietzen, and Jason Yribar. (81 minutes, 2003)

Spellbound: Riveting story of psychiatrist Bergman trying to expose Poke's hang-ups; Dali fantasy patterns, industrious and Oscar winning Miklos Rozsa helps Hitchcock build another brilliant film. Cast includes Alfred Hitchcock, Ingrid Bergman, Gregory Poke, Leo G. Carroll, John Emery, Michael Chekhov, Wallace Ford, Rhonda Fleming, Bill Goodwin, and Regis Toomey. (111 minutes, 1945)

Nomad: On the desolate steppes of 18th-century Kazakhstan, when opponent tribes battle for freedom, mystic combatant Oraz saves a baby descended from Genghis Khan who is destined to join the country as "Mansur". Historical fable has nasty sabers-on-horseback fights and excellent production layout (genuine human being add-ons) however trudging storytelling. Cast includes Kuno Becker, Jay Hernandez, Jason Scott Lee, and Mark Dacascos. (110 minutes, 2005)

Buffalo Soldiers: In 1989, the peacetime U.S. Army stationed in Germany is largely manned by men who had an option of penitentiary or time in the service. One of them (Phoenix) is a salesperson who wheels and deals, Bilko-like, under the nose of his naive commander (Harris) till a new top sergeant shows up (Glenn) who's decided to clean things up. Cast includes Joaquin Phoenix, Ed Harris, Scott Glenn, Anna Paquin, Elizabeth McGovern, Michael Pena, Leon Robinson, Gabriel Mann, and Dean Stockwell. (98 minutes, 2003)

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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

How To Count Cards

Card counting is a common strategy used to play and win at blackjack. If you have wanted to learn how to count cards, but have been worried it is too hard, then read on. You are about to learn simple steps to counting cards that will get you started. If you want additional information there are plenty of great resources all over the internet that teach the various methods of card counting. This should be enough, though, to get you started in card counting.

The high-low system is one of the most common methods of counting cards. It is also one of the easiest systems to understand. Before you start to learn how to count cards, you need to understand that card counting is not really about counting the actually number of cards, but rather figuring the ratio of high to low cards that remain in the deck. It may seem confusing, but just follow along and you should start to understand.

Assigning Values

In the high-low system you will assign point values to each card. Low cards include 2,3,4,5 and 6. These cards get a value of plus one. High cards are the 10,jack,queen,king and ace. These cards get a value of minus one. Neutral cards are the 7,8 and 9. They get no value assigned to them.

To begin with learning to count cards you should practice memorizing the values of each card. Go through a deck over and over reciting the card values until you are sure you have them memorized.

Keep the Running Count

Once you are feeling that you have the card values memorized you can start working with keeping a running count. This is more practice to get you ready for the actual game.

To keep a running count you start with a value of 0. As you flip over cards from your deck you will add or subtract the values. For example, if you have a king, queen, 2 and 8 you would end up with a count of minus 1.

Keeping the running count will likely take much more practice that just memorizing the values. It is essential, though, that you get keeping the running count down perfectly. You should keep practicing until it becomes like second nature and you don't hesitate anymore in figuring the count.

True Count

Once you are ready to play an actual game and count the cards during the game you will go from a running count to the true count. To do this you keep the running count and divide it by the number of cards remaining in the deck. The true count will tell you what to bet.

If the true count is positive then bet more. If it is negative then don't bet as much. This allows you to play smart and only bet when you have a good chance of winning. In the end you will likely win more than you lose. Card counting can be a great way to start improving your odds at the blackjack table and help you start to make more when you play.

UFC 87 Flashback: Brock Lesnar Comes Of Age

By Ross Everett

The last time that Georges St. Pierre defended his UFC welterweight title, it quickly turned into the low point of his career. Already facing a number of personal issues away from the cage, he looked sloppy and distracted as Matt Serra defeated him by brutal TKO. This time, things were different"before an enthusiastic and knowledgeable crowd at Minneapolis Target Center arena GSP brutalized Jon Fitch over five rounds to win an easy unanimous decision. The judges scores of 50-43, 50-44, 50-44 underscored the one sided victory, though Jon Fitch showed a lot of heart and toughness to go the distance.

After a dominant takedown to open the fight, followed by a barrage of GSP punches it looked as if Fitch wouldnt make it out of the first round. He managed to survive, though generated little offense the rest of the way as the champion had his way with him both on the ground and in standup striking exchanges. Fitch landed enough counterpunches to open a cut near the champions eye, but never even came close to winning a round.

As the final horn sounded, GSP bowed down in front of Fitch in a nice, Muay Thai inspired show of respect. In yet another moment that is thankfully commonplace in fighting and all too rare in other sports, Fitch and GSP sat knee to knee in the center of the cage congratulating each other for over a minute as their respective cutmen worked on their wounds. The sportsmanship and mutual respect continued after the decision was announced, when Fitch embraced GSP and hoisted him into the air in celebration. To paraphrase HBO boxing announcer Jim Lampley there is no sport like fighting, and there are no athletes like fighters.

And theres very likely not another athlete like Brock Lesnar even within the ranks of fightsport competitors. In his 3rd professional MMA bout the amateur wrestling legend turned WWE champion displayed a brutally effective new fighting style along with stellar patience and cage control as he obliterated tough and highly experienced Heath Herring.

From that point forward, Herring was completely out of the fight though he repeatedly demonstrated his toughness by staying in the fight and not tapping out to strikes as had Min Soo Kim in Lesnars MMA debut. Unlike Lesnars gameplan against Frank Mir in his UFC debut"when he clearly wanted to overwhelm his opponent for a quick win"perhaps the most impressive element of his improvement as a fighter was his patience.

Overall, Lesnars performance bordered on amazing"a serious case could be made that he won all three rounds by 10-8 margins, though all three judges scored the fight 30-26. He repeatedly took down and threw around the 64 250 Herring like he was a welterweight.

Lesnars win gives a much needed boost to the UFCs barren heavyweight division. Should Lesnar continue to develop and do such a good job of fighting within his abilities his potential in the sport is limitless.

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Visiting Tigers Shock Hurricanes In Overtime

By Ross Everett

The Clemson Tigers used a touchdown pass on their first possession of overtime to upset the Miami Hurricanes 40-37 on Saturday night to cap a back and forth game. Miami kicked a field goal on their first possession of overtime to take the lead, but Clemson responded with a seldom used play on third and 11 to get the victory as quarterback Kyle Parker completed a 27 yard touchdown pass to Jacoby Ford.

College football betting devotees who backed Clemson as +4 road underdogs eventually cashed their tickets, but they definitely earned their money in a game that saw twelve lead changes and two ties. Clemson improved to 5-2 against the spread with the cover, while Miami dropped to 4-3 against the money. The 77 combined points sailed OVER the posted total of 43. It was only Miami's second OVER of the season against four UNDER verdicts while Clemson has gone OVER in three of their seven games.

After the game, Jacoby Ford explained the logic for his suggesting the surprise play in the huddle:

"We knew this game was going to come down to who made more plays. And we did."

Miami has a history of winning when their offense is clicking-this loss was only the second in 115 games when the Hurricanes score 37 or more points dating back to 1985.

For his part, Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is glad this one is over:

"I have a birthday next month and I think I'm going to turn 50 instead of 40. We had to put on Superman capes. We made plenty of mistakes that could have lost us the game, but they played with poise and confidence. We just kept battling."

CJ Spiller was also a big factor for the Tigers as he set a school record with 310 all purpose yards including a 90 yard kickoff return for a touchdown. He also added 81 yards rushing and 104 yards receiving with a 56 yard touchdown catch.

Clemson QB Parker suggested that last week's win over Wake Forrest was a turning point for his team:

"I think last week we realized that we could be really good and this week we acted on it. I thought we really got some explosive plays and we played well."

Miami's quarterback Jason Harris sounded a different tone in his postgame comments:

"This has to be my toughest loss here. We fought so hard throughout the game as a team and didn't come out with the victory. We let Clemson outwork us, we turned the ball over too much -- little things that made us get to this point."

Clemson will host FCS foe Coastal Carolina next Saturday before resuming ACC play the following week at home against Florida State. They'll travel to North Carolina State on November 14. Miami plays two of their next three on the road, starting next weekend at Wake Forest.

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A Few Brief Motion Picture Reviews To Check Out

By Rodney Duran

It wasn't that long ago that a trip to the corner video shop was the most convenient way to get a movie. As technologies have advanced, downloading dvds off movie download sites is becoming very common. Let's look at what you might find to watch using a movie download site.

The Last Samurai: This is a true epic story of a lost soldier who winds up fighting a war in a far away land. Hired by the emperor of Japan to train his army, he is quickly captured by the Samurai he was training the army to defeat. Living amongst these great people he comes to believe in the way of the Samurai. He winds up fighting on their side, with all of his heart.

Batman and Robin: The villain Mr. Freeze is trying to take over Gotham City, by freezing the town into submission. With the beautiful villain Poison Ivy trying to form a rift between Batman and Robin, the duo has a lot to deal with. As always they somehow find a way to come out on top.

Nightmare on Elm Street Four: Refreshed by flaming mutt urine, Freddy Krueger ultimately kills all the kids of those who initially burned him to death, and looks for new teenagers to terrorize, although he's challenged by a "fantasy master," his metaphysical counterpart. Series was showing its age by this point. Cast includes Renny Harlin, Robert Englund, Rodney Eastman, Danny Hassel, Andras Jones, Tuesday Horseman, Toy Newkirk, Ken Sagoes, Brooke Theiss, and Lisa Wilcox. (92 minutes, 1988)

Red Skies of Montana: Corny account of woodland-firemen, rescued by amazing fire patterns. Cast includes Richard Widmark, Jeffrey Hunter, Constance Smith, Richard Boone, Richard Crenna, and Charles Bronson. (99 minutes, 1952)

All at Sea: Strong comedy that keeps its own all the way through. Guinness is adorable as sailor who couldn't bear the sight of water although purchases rundown home on a wharf, turning it into an entertainment palace. Original title was Barnacle Bill. Cast includes Alec Guinness, Irene Browne, Percy Herbert, and Harold Goodwin. (87 minutes, 1957)

The Cuckoos: Following their prosperity in Rio Rita, RKO rapidly teamed up Wheeler and Woolsey for this similar musical comedy in regards to the ventures of 2 fake fortune tellers who get mixed up with gypsies. Cast includes Bert Wheeler, Robert Woolsey, June Clyde, Hugh Trevor, and Dorothy Lee. (97 minutes, 1930)

Unbreakable: Elijah Price has lived his whole life with a horrible bone condition. His bones are so weak that they shatter with the slightest jolt. From his reading of comics, he is convinced that there is an opposite of him living in the world. The story is of his search to find this "unbreakable" man.

Lovers: Aristocrat Mastroianni has a fictional spouse; an organ grinder persuades prostitute Mori to "impersonate" her. While it's not stupid, it's unexciting. Cast includes Marcello Mastroianni, Claudia Mori, Lino Morelli, Plant life Carabella, and Adriano Celentano. (93 minutes, 1976)

Die Hard: In position to commit the perfect crime, terrorists have commandeered a Los Angeles high rise, and are holding everyone hostage. There is $460 million in the corporate safe that the terrorists want. Everything is going according to play. Uninvited, so the terrorists don't know he is there New York cop John McClane is the lone hope to stop the terrorists.

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Why Bet With An RTG Online Casino

By Simon M Skinner

For the uninitiated in the exciting world of online gaming, RTG stands for RealTime Gaming. Founded in 1998, RTG is the leading software provider and developer of online casino games ranging from slot and video poker machines to red dog and war and everything else in between. Indeed, there is something for everybody at RTG and that is a promise! With that said, what makes an RTG casino the best? Well, the answer is as simple as can be. An RTG casino is the best because it offers the best version in gaming software, the best lineup of progressive games, the best reputation for on-time payment to players and the best customer services. In short, RTG offers the best in online gaming experience par excellence.

Best Version in Gaming Software

RTG is always striving to make its games better through frequent updates in order to give RTG casino players the best online gaming experience available. The result is an experience with all of the gaming excitement of Vegas right there in your own home. RTG's gaming software is quite simply the best in the industry, right down to the smallest details like the way that the cards flip and the dice roll. The game play is also faster in an RTG casino: in just one minute, as many as seven hands can be played at their virtual blackjack tables.

The Best Progressive Games

RTG casinos offer a broad range of progressive online casino gaming options to players. There are literally hundreds of games to choose from so you will never be bored of the selection available! With the progressive games at RTG, it is entirely possible to win enormous jackpots since the odds of a big win are much more favorable at an RTG casino - and the game play is always fun and exciting.

A Track Record Of Timely Payment To Players

Have you ever won the jackpot at an online gaming site, only to have them delay payment again and again? This is a common problem - but it is something that you will never have to worry about at RTG casinos. Once you have won money in RTG casino games, it is placed in your account immediately and you will receive regular online account statements which show all of your wins and losses. Remember to play responsibly and set a limit for your wins and losses to avoid playing for stakes higher than you can afford.

The Best Customer Service

Well, of course, what can you expect from RTG casinos but only the best customer service facilities in the industry? After all, customer service is the feature that will make any excellent online gaming site truly outstanding.

If you wonder why it is that an RTG casino is the best place for online gaming, try it for yourself. It is one of those things you really need to see to believe; and once you try it out, you will know why so many online casino gamers won't play anywhere else.

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Monday, October 26, 2009

How The Top Poker Players Will Beat You

Have you ever wondered how the professional poker players get so good? What tricks do they use? What skills have they developed to be able to win so big? Most of all, how can you learn these things so you can start playing like a pro?

You need to develop the characteristics of a top poker player. You need to practice and start figuring out what things the pros do that you should do. Here are some tips on how to play like a pro:

- Know that you will lose. It is a fact that you will not win every hand. However, accept it. Don't let it get you down. Don't get into a slump. Don't let yourself believe that the odds are against you just because you see to be having a bad day. The odds stay the same. If you generally can expect that you have a 3% chance of losing in any given game then you will always have that 3% chance of loss. It doesn't matter what kind of day you are having.

- Focus on winning. Being greedy is a part of playing the game. Your goal is to win. Every player at the table has that same goal. You have to be focused on yourself. Don't make friends at the table. You should always be out for yourself and only yourself. Being greedy gets you focused and makes you better able to win.

- Don't bring your problems to the table. A good player leaves life behind when they sit down at the table. If you cannot get past something that has happened in your outside life then just don't play. You have to leave everything behind in order to really play the game.

- You must be focused and dedicated tot he game. Top players know that focus is key. You cannot be thinking about anything but the game. You cannot let anything take your attention away from the game. You must put everything into the game and be dedicated 100%.

Professional poker players are serious about the poker game. They are not out there to just have fun and socialize. They are there to win. If you want to play like a pro then you have to think and act like one. They look so serious for a reason - they are serious.

These 4 tips are going to help you to get into the same mindset as a pro. However, you will also have to work on your poker playing skills. Having the right attitude is one thing, but you also need to know how to play. So, practice. Play as often as you can and build up your skills. To be the best you must know the game inside and out. You have to have the right attitude and your mind must be focused. If you really want to be a top player then you can be. Just follow all the advice in this article, stick to it and one day you will be the top player everyone envies.

The Exciting World of Blast Works: Build, Trade and Destroy

By Crystal Jennings

The video game called Blast Works: Build, Trade and Destroy revolves around a geometric battle that is surely distinct from other video games. This shooter game offers unlimited possibilities for fun and enjoyment. Your plane gets extended as it absorbs the remains of the opponent ships you have destroyed. As your plane gets extended, it also becomes bigger and stronger. Level and ship editors will also provide you with the opportunity to customize the look and appearance of your ship. Aside from that, you can also ask your friends to trade their ships with you.

Captivating abstract graphics and fast-paced action characterize this video game, inspired by the Tumiki Fighters online game. You can ride in your massive ship along the 15 missions available in the game. What makes this video game more exciting is that aside from the game level and the designs of the ship, the enemy ships and bosses you will be encountering can also be customized with the help of BlastWorks editor. Bullet patterns, sound effects, movement patterns and hit boxes can also be assigned through BlastWorks editor.

You can even interact with players from other locations in the world through sharing of user-generated content. Tumiki Fighters, Gunroar, Torus Trooper, rRootage and other Kenta Cho games can be unlocked upon successful completion of the game.

Creating extremely varied missions is emphasized more than the missions included. The only requirement in turning into concrete what your imagination can think of is an application of simple geometry. The feature that handles customization handles not only the creation of objects but also the flight of ships and the spread of bullets.

Blast Works: Build, Trade and Destroy also includes some Web 2.0 features incorporated in YouTube and several similar sites. Friend lists, per-item and per-user ratings, messaging, and download queue are just some of the features and applications being incorporate. It also gets more exciting as you will now have the right to brag about it.

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Dispelling A Myth About Karate

By Howard Kriller

Karate a wildly popular form of modern sports in our history and its roots goes back to it being an form of effective and deadly marital arts. While it is less practiced as a marital arts nowadays, many people have the common perception that karate is a violent and aggressive marital arts, created by warriors. Was this really the case? If we interviewed 20 people on the streets, the answer would probably have been yes from most of them.

Totally true or not, what we do know is that the founder of modern karate, Mr Gichin Funakoshi was an advocate for peace. He did not believe in violence and wrote a series of essays on his principles and thoughts on the art of karate. He also promoted the idea that in karate one should not strike first.

What does this mean? Usually in most other martial arts, the practitioner usually makes the first move so as to maximize speed and attain victory. In the case of Gichin Funakoshi he emphasized that karate was meant for self-defense, hence one should not attack first unless provoked.

That is you would noticed in some martial arts there are only killing blows and no blocks while in Karate there are a variety of blocks, trapping and grappling moves designed to not only ward off attacks, but also subdue the opponents. If karate was solely designed for killing enemies, these specific katas would not have developed.

So what does this mean for those of you who are aspiring to learn karate? It means that when you start to learn karate, you not only practice it as a form of self-defense and sport, but a kind of philosophy as well. What good does it do if the person practicing a marital art is strong and powerful but is just a bully?

In conclusion, we can see that despite common notions that karate was just a violent marital art used for killing, there is actually a broader and deeper side to it, where in the case of Gichin Funakoshi,the founder of modern karate, brought out brilliantly these thoughts in his written works.

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Some Various Hollywood Movie Story Lines To Check Out

By Edna Moon

It wasn't that long ago that a trip to the corner video shop was the most convenient way to get a movie. The next generation it seems will be getting their movies from movie downloads, avoiding any trips to the store. Just about any movie every made can be attained through a movie download site now. Check out these samples.

Bar Girls: Friendly if faulty romantic comedy with a twist: most of its chief characters are lesbians who assemble at L.A.'s Girl Bar. The core personality is compulsive, wryly ludicrous Loretta Wolfe, a female Woody Allen who desires an exact better half but not truly grasping what it means to genuinely and entirely love another person. The film's shortcomings are made up for by witty discussion and believable characters. Cast includes Nancy Allison Wolfe, Liza D'Agostino, Camila Griggs, Justine Slater, Lisa Parker, and Pam Raines. (95 minutes, 1994)

Black Fury: Hard hitting melodrama in reference to exploitation of coal miners, with Muni as a strong "hunk" who gets in over his head. Practical, and remarkably filmed, but it's a tad choppy. Muni's accent makes it hard to comprehend him at times. Cast includes Paul Muni, Karen Morley, William Gargan, Barton MacLaue, John Qualen, J. Carrol Naish, and Vince Barnett. (92 minutes, 1935)

There's Something About Mary: Ted has had a crush on Mary since high school. A good friend convinces Ted to search Mary down. So Ted hires a private detective to locate Mary. This sets the stage for a fun comedy romance.

Gus: The football kicking mule leads a last-place team to success; crooks try to abduct Gus with typical outcomes like a weak chase scene in this anticipation thriller. Cast includes Edward Asner, Don Tangles, Gary Dirties, Tim Conway, Freedom Williams, Dick Minivan Patten, and Dick Butkus. (96 minutes, 1976)

M: Fascinating, brilliant re-make of the Fritz Lang classic set in L.A., with Wayne as young killer being chased down by a group of mobsters. Cast includes David Wayne, Howard De Silva, Luther Adler, Karen Morley, Joy Cartright, Martin Gabel, and Norman Lloyd. (88 minutes, 1951)

Faces: Highly personal drama in regards to numerous infidelities is one of the few Cassel films to become a big hit. Here's a commanding film with awesome action, particularly by Carlin and Cassel. Cast includes John Marley, Gena Rowlands, Lynn Carlin, Seymour Cassel, Fred Draper, and Val Avery. (130 minutes, 1968)

Cul-De-Sac: Macabre comedy in regards to 2 injured gangsters who terrorize middle-aged milquetoast and his gorgeous spouse. Not a total winner, although excellent cast and trendy direction make it a good movie. Cast includes Donald Pleasence, Francoise Dode, Lionel Stander, Jack MacGowrah, lain Quarrier, and Jacqueline Bisset. (111 minutes, 1966)

House on 92nd Street: Arousing documentary style drama-based movie. It's about truth and orchestrated on true locations about FBI counterespionage exercises throughout WW2: Nazi representatives, operating in N.Y.C. try to steal part of the atom bomb secrets. Charles G. Booth made an Oscar for this story. Cast includes William Eythe, Lloyd Nolan, Signe Hasso, Gene Lockhart, Leo G. Carroll, and Lydia Clair. (88 minutes, 1945)

Red Scorpion: Low Budget action movie with Lundgren as a Soviet officer sent to Africa to slay an insurgent leader. Cast includes Dolph Lundgren, Emmet Walsh, Al White, T.P. McKenna, Carmen Argenziano, and Brian James. (102 minutes, 1989)

Try a search phrase something like "Movie Renting". A change in the phrase will sometimes get a better result. Make another attempt with "Downloads Movies".

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Online Poker Table Selection - Finding and Playing in the Best Games

By Thomas Kearns

Its easy to sit down at your computer and play online poker. You can play any time of the day from virtually anywhere in the world. The quickest way to get into a game is to join the waiting list and start playing at whatever table becomes available first. If this is what you're doing, you're probably costing yourself a fair bit of money.

The United States Constitution says that all men are created equal. I don't know if that is true, but I can tell that the same is definitely NOT true of all poker games. There are good games and there are bad games, and playing only in the very good ones can have a huge impact on your bottom line. So how do we find these hidden gold mines?

One way is to look at table averages. This may mean finding games with a high number of people seeing the flop, very few preflop raises, or generally loose, passive play. Its easy to see table data if you play online and use any type of tracking software. Live games can be more difficult to gauge, but a close eye for an orbit or two should give you the information that you need. These loose passive games can be hard to find at times and can be nearly impossible to find at some limits. If you find yourself in this situation it may mean that you have to have a more specific approach to find the best games to play in. This is where your buddy / fishy lists and notes come into play.

When simple table averages fail to turn up outstanding tables for you to sit at, its may be time to head over to your buddy list. Finding and isolating one or two very weak players at a table can earn you an easy living. If you're lucky enough to get position on these players you should probably stay at the table until they leave or go bust. The important thing to remember is to keep track of what kind of "fishy" your dealing with. Against a calling station you will play differently than if you had a weak tight player. Just having a weak player on your buddy list may not be enough. Keeping good notes on these weak players should save you some time in figuring out information that you should already know.

Good table selection skills can easily make a losing poker player into a winning player. If that is true, and you are a winning player, imagine what good table selection can do for your bottom line at the end of the day, month, or year.

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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Quality Reports On A Varied Collection Of Big Screen Pictures

By Adrian Erickson

Movie reviews follow this paragraph. If you are looking for a movie download site here are some phrases to search. To get some good sites try to search phrases like "Burn DVDs", "Download Movie Online Rental", or "DVD Movie Rentals".

Kimberley Jim: Little musical of 2 carefree gamblers who win a fortune in a fixed poker game, and then have a change of heart. Cast includes Jim Reeves, Madeleine Guide, Clive Pamell, Arthur Swemmer, and Mike Holt. (82 minutes, 1965)

The Shadow: Lamont Cranston, having lived a life of ethical degradation, is "reborn" as a single minded crime fighter with the talent to haze gentlemen's minds. This adaptation of the venerable mush novels and cherished radio shows (carried to the theaters before in the late 1930s and in a 1940 series) comes frustratingly close to succeeding, although flounders. Cranston is both inscrutable and boring. Incredible production layout and wonderful outcomes get lost in a film that keeps the viewer at Ann's magnitude all the way through. What a waste of an awesome supporting cast! Cast includes Alec Baldwin, John Lone, Penelope Ann Miller, Peter Boyle, Ian McKellen, Tim Curry, Jonathan Winters, and Sab Shimono. (105 minutes, 1994)

Afurika Monogatari: Guide Sayer crashes his jet in wilds of Africa and comes upon a game conserve. Even old Jimmy is uninteresting. The movie was filmed in Kenya. Cast includes James Stewart, Philip Sayer, Kathy, Eleanora Vallone, and Heekura Simba. (120 minutes, 1981)

After Hours: A normal man goes through a succession of weird experiences throughout one remarkable day in N.Y.C. How much you like this joke bad dream can rely on how precisely you relate to Dunne, the only common individual in the film! Cast includes Griffin Dunne, Rosanna Arquette, Verna Bloom, Thomas Chong, Linda Fiorentino, Teri Garr, John Heard, Cheech Marin, Catherine O'Hara, Dick Miller, and Bronson Pinchot. (97 minutes, 1985)

Scandalous: A feather brained sham in regards to investigative TV journalist who runs afoul of a team of con artists as he tries to extricate himself from a homicide charge. Cast includes Robert Hays, John Giegud, Pamela Stephenson, and Jim Dale. (94 minutes, 1984)

For Me and My Gal: Music maintains the style of vaudeville couple decided to play Palace, circa WWI. Kelly's film debut, and he and Garland harmonize title tune and other old top choices. Cast includes Judy Garland, George Murphy, Gene Kelly, Marta Eggerth, Ben Blue, Horace McNally, Keenan Wynn, Sandra Goldbacher, and Richard Quine. (104 minutes, 1942)

A Scandal in Paris: A fashionable 8th century tale based on the recollections of the infamous Frenchman Eugene Vidocq, whose life of crime comes to a crossroads while he confronts a youthful lady who cherishes him. The clever script was tailor-made for Sanders. Cast includes George Sanders, Carole Landis, Akim Tarniroff, Signe Hasso, Gene Lockhart, Alan Napier, and Alma Kruger. (106 minutes, 1946)

Marie Antoinette: This film is a visually sumptuous account of an adolescent's voyage from Vienna to the Palace at Versailles and the throne of France. Author-director Coppola's Marie (as played by Dunst) is a modern-day gal, with contemporary music set contrary to the pomp and circumstance of the 18th century life. Starts to tire eventually and ends with a cry, not a smash although there's much to like here. Cast includes Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman, Judy Davis, Tear Tom, Steve Coogan, Rose Byrne, Asia Argento, Molly Shannon, Shirley Henderson, Danny Huston, Marianne Faithfull, Mary Nighy, and Sarah Adler. (123 minutes, 2006)

The Agronomist: A commanding, abrasive documentary picture of an intriguing individual, Jean Dominique, a leading Haitian figure and significant player in the nation's battle for human being rights. The film offers observations into the affairs of state and history of Haiti in recent years. The focus of the movie is to give us a lucid image of one guy's tough determination and large seated human rights beliefs, and his enthusiastic love for his country. The finale is shattering. (91 minutes, 2004)

Was this list of films helpful? As we said before, search with "Streaming Online Movies", or "Unlimited Music" to find good information on downloading. If neither of those work use "Online Movies Rental".

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