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Entertainment

The Godfather (1972)

Best Picture
Best Actor (Marlon Brando refused to accept the award)
Best Adapted Screenplay (Mario Puzo and Francis Ford Coppola)

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The superb, three-part gangster saga was inaugurated with this film from Italian-American director Francis Ford Coppola, The Godfather (1972). The first two parts of the lush saga are among the most celebrated, landmark films of all time. Many film reviewers consider the second part equal or superior to the original, although the first part was a tremendous critical and commercial success - and the highest grossing film of its time. The film contributed to a resurgence in the American film industry, after a decade of competition from cinema abroad.

One of the original "Movie Brats" who had not had a hit after seven films, director Coppola collaborated on the epic film's screenplay with Mario Puzo who had written a best-selling novel of the same name about a Mafia dynasty (the Corleones). The Godfather catapulted Francis Ford Coppola to directorial superstardom, and popularized the following euphemistic phrase (of brutal coercion): "I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse."

Gangster films are one of the oldest of film genres (starring Edward G. Robinson, James Cagney and Humphrey Bogart), emerging as an influential force in the early 1930s (e.g., Little Caesar (1930), Public Enemy (1931), and Scarface (1932)). This gangster film re-invented the gangster genre, elevating the classic Hollywood gangster film to a higher level by portraying the gangster figure as a tragic hero. [With the disappearance of the Production Code, retribution for the gangster's crimes was not an automatic requirement.] The film is characterized by superb acting and deep character studies, beautiful photography and choreography, authentic recreation of the period, a bittersweet romantic sub-plot, a rich score by Nino Rota, and superbly-staged portrayals of gangster violence. Its grim, dark passages and bright exterior scenes are all part of the beautiful cinematography by Gordon Willis.

Coppola's Godfather Trilogy: The Godfather (1972), The Godfather, Part II (1974), The Godfather, Part III (1990)

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Sport

Football Globe 2006 FIFA World Cup

Football Globe 2006 FIFA World Cup

The FOOTBALL GLOBE is part of the artistic and cultural program accompanying the 2006 FIFA World Cup™. Based on an idea by artist André Heller the mobile pavilion is touring the 12 German FIFA World Cup Host Cities giving visitors an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the topic of football culture in a light-hearted manner that appeals to the emotions. The FOOTBALL GLOBE is a symbol of how Germany is looking forward to hosting and organizing the 2006 FIFA World Cup™. It gives a lively form to the 2006 FIFA World Cup™ motto: "A time to make friends™".

If you want know more about the FIFA World Cup 2006, please visit the official site for the 2006 FIFA World Cup™ Germany

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Trends in European Interior Design

Detail of illustration from Ludwig Gruner's The Decorations of the Garden-Pavilion in the Grounds of Buckingham Palace, (London: J. Murray, 1846). Photographic Services & Permissions.

The Art and Architecture Collection of The New York Public Library maintains one of the most significant collections of interior design literature in the United States. Acquisitions from the original Astor, Tilden and Lenox collections and other early bequests include influential architectural source books, an antiquarian-based collection of portfolio and plate-books, and early design periodicals. The current interior design collection policy is extensive, with emphasis on theory and history rather than professional or applied aspects. In spite of this, many practicing interior designers, architects and students use this collection, as do scholars, theatrical set designers, and antique dealers. The Division also collects in other areas closely linked with the study of interior design, such as architecture, decorative arts, and furniture history. Visit nypl.org for more detail.

Internet Internet

Today's Internet

Apart from the complex physical connections that make up its infrastructure, the Internet is held together by bi- or multi-lateral commercial contracts (for example peering agreements) and by technical specifications or protocols that describe how to exchange data over the network.

Indeed, the Internet is essentially defined by its interconnections and routing policies. In an often-cited, if perhaps gratuitously mathematical definition, Seth Breidbart once described the Internet as "the largest equivalence class in the reflexive, transitive, symmetric closure of the relationship 'can be reached by an IP packet from'".

Unlike older communications systems, the Internet protocol suite was deliberately designed to be independent of the underlying physical medium. Any communications network, wired or wireless, that can carry two-way digital data can carry Internet traffic. Thus, Internet packets flow through wired networks like copper wire, coaxial cable, and fiber optic; and through wireless networks like Wi-Fi. Together, all these networks, sharing the same high-level protocols, form the Internet.

The Internet protocols originate from discussions within the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and its working groups, which are open to public participation and review. These committees produce documents that are known as Request for Comments documents (RFCs). Some RFCs are raised to the status of Internet Standard by the Internet Architecture Board (IAB).

Some of the most used protocols in the Internet protocol suite are IP, TCP, UDP, DNS, PPP, SLIP, ICMP, POP3, IMAP, SMTP, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, Telnet, FTP, LDAP, SSL, and TLS.

Some of the popular services on the Internet that make use of these protocols are e-mail, Usenet newsgroups, file sharing, Instant Messenger, the World Wide Web, Gopher, session access, WAIS, finger, IRC, MUDs, and MUSHs. Of these, e-mail and the World Wide Web are clearly the most used, and many other services are built upon them, such as mailing lists and blogs. The Internet makes it possible to provide real-time services such as Internet radio and webcasts that can be accessed from anywhere in the world.

Some other popular services of the Internet were not created this way, but were originally based on proprietary systems. These include IRC, ICQ, AIM, and Gnutella.

There have been many analyses of the Internet and its structure. For example, it has been determined that the Internet IP routing structure and hypertext links of the World Wide Web are examples of scale-free networks.

For more info about internet, please visit wikipedia.

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Fashion & Trends

  • Necklaces, Geometric Designs Big at OroArezzo (By Emma Johnson)

[From National Jeweler - May 01, 2004] Italian designers often set the jewelry trends for seasons to come, so U.S. retailers should take note of the jewelry that was on display at the OroArezzo International Gold, Silver and Jewelry Trade Exhibition, where the showcases were filled with necklaces, geometric pieces, movement and bi- and tricolored gold.

Big necklaces were a big presence. The trend includes long lengths of loosely looped chains in both white and yellow metals, gutsy clusters of linked metalcircles,multiplestrandsandcleavage- plunging Y necklaces.

Chunky, clever pendants were presented in an array of materials.

  • New Trends Italia

Latest gold trends from eighteen jewellers selected to inspire your imagination, showing off the very best in Italian creativity.

cluster rings chain with a multiple number of rice grains in polished gold bracelet in white gold necklace in yellow gold
A contemporary collection of cluster rings made of floral buds, using highly polished gold and silk finishes. Chain with a multiple number of rice grains in polished gold, create an effect of radiating light. Bracelet in white gold which uses the symbol of the heart as an adornment and fastener. Adjustable length necklace in yellow gold with a contrast of cornilian.

Book and Magazine

gold prospector magazineGold Prospector Magazine

Reviews
Full of information and fun articles on gold prospecting brought to you from the folks who run the Gold Fever and Prospecting America TV shows. Handy reference articles, instructions and tips to find more gold. Learn to make your own prospecting equipment. Humerous stories too - a fun read.


The Age of Gold : The California Gold Rush and the New American Dream (by H.W. BRANDS)

Book Description
By the Author of the Bestselling Pulitzer Prize Finalist The First American

They went west to change their lives and in the bargain they changed the world. this is the extraordinary story of the men and women of the gold rush.

When gold was first discovered on the American River above Sutter's Fort in January 1848, California was sparsely populated frontier territory not yet ceded to the United States from Mexixo. The discovery triggered a massive influx as hundreds of thousands of people scrambled to California in search of riches, braving dangerous journeys across the Pacific, around Cape Horn, and through the Isthmus of Panama, as well as across America's vast, unsettled wilderness. Cities sprang up overnight, in response to the demand for supplies and services of all kinds. By 1850, California had become a state -- the fastest journey to statehood in U.S. history. It had also become a symbol of what America stood for and of where it was going.

the age of gold In The Age of Gold, H. W. Brands explores the far-reaching implications of this pivotal point in U.S. history, weaving the politics of the times with the gripping stories of individuals that displays both the best and the worse of the American character. He discusses the national issues that exploded around the ratification of California's statehood, hastening the clouds that would lead to the Civil War. He tells the stories of the great fortunes made by such memorable figures as John and Jessie Fremont, Leland Stanford and George Hearst -- and of great fortunes lost by hundreds now forgotten by history. And he reveals the profound effect of the Gold Rush on the way Americans viewed their destinies, as the Puritan ethic of hard work and the gradual accumulation of worldly riches gave way to the notion of getting rich quickly. Click amazon to order.


Computer Computer

Apple Computer Series

Apple computerAn elegant aluminum enclosure, advanced hinge technology and peripheral support give you flexibility to place your display anywhere and adjust it effortlessly. The optional VESA mount lets you put a flat panel in surprising new places. So you can make your Apple display a seamless part of a museum kiosk, mount it on a wall in an office lobby or swivel changes to a client via an articulating arm.

Color Coordinated
Your Apple display matches the sculpted aluminum enclosures of the Power Mac G5 and PowerBook, and for good reason. Apple designers carefully chose this hue to minimize interference with color onscreen, providing a neutral reference point for viewing your work. Strong anodized aluminum also allows for an exceptionally narrow bezel, so you can use multiple displays together seamlessly.

Effortless Adjustment
The smooth motion hinge on your Apple display requires very little pressure to tilt the monitor to a different position. This design allows you to you view the display at whatever angle works for your environment, anywhere from -5° to 25°.

Desktop Peripherals
Each display includes a FireWire 400 hub and a USB 2.0 hub, each with two ports. So you can connect a printer or scanner, or a camcorder or digital camera. The FireWire port lets you easily use an iSight camera for video chat, presented beautifully on your Apple display, or connect your iPod dock. You can also make best use of all the latest USB 2.0 devices, whether you’re using your display with a Mac or PC.

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How to Care Your Gold Jewelry

With increasing interest everywhere in gold jewellery, it is now available in more designs and patterns than ever before. While you might choose to habe several designs or styles, it is important to remember that every gold ornament needs to be cared for in a special way.

When you buy gold jewellery, make sure that it is given to you in a box with a satin or velvet lining. Gold ornaments should not be kept in pouches, because this will cause scratching and wearing away of gold when the gold pieces brush against each other. This is even more likely if the ornament is studded with diamonds or other hard gemstones.

Ideally, two different gold ornaments should not be kept in the same box. Wrapping smaller items of jewellery individually in tissue paper before keeping them in the box safeguards them from scratches.

It is best to use a soft cleaning cloth, chamois leather or synthetic chamois to clean your jewellery. A good cleaning liquid is also useful for maintaining the shining glory of your gold jwellery.

Never jumble jewels in very small containers. Remember also to keep your genuine gold jewellery away from costume jewellery. Always keep jewllery of different karatages separately.

gold jewelry Finally, always inspect your gold jewelry for weakness or damage and bring it to a professional jeweler you trust for immediate repair. Pay particular attention to clasps (to ensure they catch easily but are still secure); prongs (to ensure they haven't cracked, bent or loosened, which could cause the stone to fall out); bracelet and neckchain links (to ensure they don't kink or bend); pin backs and earring posts (to see if they are bent or loose); and wedding bands, pendants and charms (dangling pieces and items worn every day for a long period of time) are subject to wear and can thin out and eventually break.

Now that you know exactly how to make sure that your gold stays as brilliant and radiant as on the day that you got it; just follow these golden rules of gold care.

Click world gold council to find more info

Food Food

Nutritional Information

Nutrition Facts for all menu items determined by using:

  • Nutrition Facts documents for specific food ingredients and menu items provided by Steak 'n Shake vendors and manufacturers.
  • Nutritionist Pro ¨ Nutrition Analysis Software. First Data Bank, Inc. A wholly-owned subsidiary of The Hearst Corporation, San Bruno, CA.
  • All custom Steak 'n Shake foods and ingredients entered in database of Nutritionist Pro ¨ for analyzing specific menu items.
  • Individual recipes and menu items analyzed using proprietary Steak'n Shake information for specific amounts and methods.
  • Steak 'n Shake documents used included the current Menu Item Procedures and Food Cost Schedule.
  • USDA Food Composition Tables used for standardized, non-proprietary food ingredients. USDA database included in Nutritionist Pro ¨ food database.
  • Nutrition Facts do not reflect any condiments, toppings or crackers the customer selects and adds to individual menu items.

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Dating Dating

Dating Advice for Single Men - Attract Single Women

Common Mistakes When Answering Personal Ads of Single Women.

Most likely you made some common mistakes that turn single women off or caused them to lose interest in you. Listed here are some things that may have gone wrong so you can take corrective measures on the next personal ad you answer:

Your letter was too sexually suggestive. When writing to a woman for the first time, never write anything of a sexual nature. It's a big turn off.

All you did was brag about yourself, your accomplishments, and your possessions in your letter.

You forgot to give her your phone number in case she may want to call you instead of writing you back. Some single women prefer to do it this way. If you just write back with your address, she may get letters from guys who include their phone number and she will pass you up in favor of calling them. There's another factor to consider. If you won't give out your phone number, she may think that you are married or living with another woman.

The letter you sent her looked like it was zeroxed. This is a real big no no.

You forgot to send her a stamped reply envelope with your letter. A stamped reply envelope helps to ensure an answer back and it shows the woman that you are very thoughtful. This makes a very good impression on single women.

You forgot to mention what is was in her ad that attracted you to write her. Single women love compliments and they want to know why to chose to write her.

Visit singles online dating sites to get more information.

Finance Finance

Personal Finance Glossary

Agency securities
Securities issued by federally related institutions and U.S. government-sponsored entities. Such agencies were created to reduce borrowing costs for certain sectors of the economy, such as agriculture.

Balance sheet
Also called the statement of financial condition, it is a summary of a company's assets, liabilities, and owners' equity.

Balance sheet identity
Total assets = Total liabilities + Total stockholders' equity.

Bankruptcy cost view
The argument that expected indirect and direct bankruptcy costs offset the other benefits from leverage so that the optimal amount of leverage is less than 100% debt financing.

Call money rate
Also called the broker loan rate , the interest rate that banks charge brokers to finance margin loans to investors. The broker charges the investor the call money rate plus a servicecharge.

Cash Available for Debt Service
Ratio of cash assets to debt service (interest plus nearby principal). Used in evaluating the risk of a project or firm. The higher the ratio the less likely the firm or project will fail to meet its debt obligations.

Cash asset ratio
Cash and marketable securities divided by current liabilities. See: Liquidity ratios.

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