The story of “Dead Space 3? starts with a literal bang as we see events that occurred on Tau Volantis 200 years prior to the rest of the game. A veritable treasure trove of questions will be opened and I’m sorry to say that not all of them will be answered, but more on that later. We then move to an ever-dysfunctional Isaac Clarke, who is upset over the loss of “Dead Space 2? interest, Ellie. Don’t worry, she just left his hallucinating self, she’s not dead like Nicole.

As is Isa...

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Title: Lloyd Webber on The Wizard of Oz, Over the Rainbow – and Avril Lavigne

Try as they might to dress his lordship up as a meanie, Andrew Lloyd Webber is no Simon Cowell.

In the British composer’s appearances as a judge on the recent CBC Television contest Over the Rainbow, producers would play thunderous music and flash the lights before revealing him sitting atop an imposing throne with armrests shaped like growling lions’ jaws.

But the 64-year-old composer of The Phantom of t...

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Since Q2’12, the LCD TV panel market has witnessed a shift in screen sizes, with new models focused on 28”, 29”, 39”, 43”, 48”, 50”, 58”, and 60” displays. The rise of the new sizes has become the hottest topic in the LCD TV market. According to the Quarterly Large-Area TFT Panel Shipment Report, these new LCD TV panel sizes accounted for 12% of total LCD TV panels shipped in Q3’12, up from 5% in Q1’12 and 8% in Q2’12. We forecast that the share of these new sizes will...

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Three-time Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel and seven-time Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher delivered a sixth consecutive win for Team Germany in the Nations Cup category in the Race of Champions held at the Rajamangala Stadium here over the weekend.

The individual category, which carried the 2012 Champion of Champions title, went to Formula One driver Romain Grosjean, who beat Audi Le Mans driver Tom Kristensen, 2 to 0, in a tightly contested final race.

Le Mans leg...

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Stand to attention for this season’s military look. Jayne Dawson reveals how to be a style soldier.

Who said fashion trends always have to be impractical? The military look has marched back onto the scene and, with its warm overcoats, handy pockets and stomping boots, it’s perfect for women who want to mix style with comfort.

Banish visions of the Queen’s Guards in their bright red attire – this season is all about a muted camouflage colour palette, accented with black leather or sh...

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Technology can have the propensity to take over family life. Whether it’s a constant need to check the Smartphone or a videogame you need to complete, keeping a balance with face to face time can be tricky. My approach is perhaps a little unorthodox but seems to work — we go for broke on a particular craze, burn out and then move on.

Skylanders Giants is an interesting example as it is designed to keep you hooked for a long time. If you’ve not come across it before it’s a videogame...

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–Natalie Portman‘s Dior mascara ad has been banned in the U.K. — can you guess why? [The Cut]
–Beloved brand Kate Spade New York is getting a hipper, less expensive younger sister: Kate Spade Saturday [FashionETC.]
–Actor Simon Baker (you may remember him as the sleazy journalist from The Devil Wears Prada) is the new face of Givenchy’s next men’s fragrance [WWD]
–How cute is this? Bradley Cooper gets style advice from his mom [InStyle]

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Now that some iPhone 5 owners have had their hands on the gadget for a little over a week the ravings have subsided and we're starting to hear more about the phone's flaws and glitches. Beyond the Maps app problems, which Apple continues to say will get better, and other iOS 6 related issues, the phone itself isn't perfect either. Luckily, from what we found on the Apple forums and elsewhere, it looks like most of these problems have a reasonable fix. 

Verizon Data Suck 

Issue: iPhone 5 users o...

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A cup of tea can create a relaxing, aromatic experience, and can serve up a refined atmosphere with pretty china, or a Zen-like feel with Oriental tea pots. 

“Tea relaxes and elevates the mood, the British are big believers in a cup of tea when they’re feeling anxiety or they are upset,” said Sue Swenson, co-owner of Mrs. Bridges’ Pantry, a tea shop in Woodstock.

While the British cherish “tea times,” Americans haven’t embraced the tradition, and the correct way to serve tea isn�...

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It was rumored a few months ago that Andy Lau would be joining Iron Man 3 as an ally of Tony Stark, but he quickly backed out of the position. We've learned today from Mtime.com (via Chinesefilms.cn) that actor Wang Xueqi will be taking on the role that Lau was circling and there might be more to it than we first thought.

Xueqi will be playing Chen Lu. If you're up on your Iron Man mythology, you will recognize that name as the civilian alias of Radioactive Man. Radioactive Man has worked for ...

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Happy Friday! There's one less annoying music act in the world.

LMFAO — AKA Barry Gordy's son Stefan Kendal "Redfoo" Gordy and his nephew Skyler Austen "SkyBlu" Gordy — have decided to go their separate ways and pursue other interests besides party rocking, shots, shots, shots, and being sexy and knowing it.

"I feel like we've been doing this for so long, five or six years," Redfoo told the Associated Press. "And we're kind of like saying, well, let's just do what's natural and just kind of...

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Back in July, we reported on incredible generosity of actor Ron Perlman who, as part of a Make-A-Wish Foundation event, reprised his role as Hellboy for a very special young boy. Today, we're proud to bring word that The Dark Knight Rises actor Christian Bale, who traveled to visit the shooting victims in Aurora, Colorado back in July, is taking part in some further real life superheroics.


Earlier this year, the city of Youngstown, Ohio organized, through Facebook, an event called "Lighting th...

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Fresh on the heels of spending $2.6 billion to buy AMC Entertainment, the nation's second-largest theater chain, Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda Group is poised to make more acquisitions in the U.S. entertainment industry.

Wang Jianlin, chairman of Dalian Wanda Group, said Tuesday that Wanda planned to invest $10 billion in U.S. companies in the next decade, which could include buying department stores, hotel management companies and at least one more cinema chain. In all, Wanda plans...

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The Geothermal Energy Association is working with California energy authorities to help restart the flow of state utility power purchase agreements made with geothermal electricity generators, after close to a year's doldrums. Karl Gawell, executive director of the Washington-based GEA, said, "There is no question that geothermal is stalled in California. We need PPAs and transmission lines, and this year it is particularly important to see how (Western) states are working together to...

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Gina Rinehart seems to court controversy – from her family lawsuits to her battles with Australian media.

Now, the Australian mining heiress, worth $19 billion dollars  and earlier this year thought to be the world's richest woman, has sparked another controversy in her latest column in Australian Resources and Investment magazine. (Yes, I am a registered reader online.) Rinehart rails against class warfare and says the non-rich should stop attacking the rich and go to work.

“There is no mo...

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As a teenager I was so insecure. I was the type of guy that never fitted in because he never dared to choose. I was convinced I had absolutely no talent at all. For nothing. And that thought took away all my ambition too. - Johnny Depp
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Former Vice President Dick Cheney had a heart transplant earlier this year, after being on a waitlist for almost two years. He was one of the lucky ones because many people die waiting for a heart, kidney, or other organs. Experts agree there’s a severe shortage of human organs and it will likely get worse. This week, we’ve considered how the principle of “pay it forward” worked in a Great Lakes rescue, a young Detroiter’s effort to help the jobless, Good Samaritan experiments, and ...
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There are many terrible stuff that are habit forming. Drug use, extreme drinking alcohol, and in many cases a lot of gambling are all destructive vices that are extremely habit forming. But if you can find one kind of addiction that is certainly beneficial for adults and kids alike, it is an addiction to sudoku puzzles. Analysts rank doing sudoku puzzles on a daily basis on the list of top ten things to do to boost brain power. Some other brain improvement techniques include a lot of rests an...
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The idea of partying on the beach is universally appealing, conjuring up images of dancing from sunset to sunrise on golden sands, with bonfires, great music, crashing waves and cocktails in the mix.

From Ibiza to Miami, there are as many types of beach parties as there are party-people looking for a good time. From down and dirty dancing to celebrity-spotting socializing, read on for the 5 best party beaches in the world!

MYKONOS, GREECE



With its welcoming locals and trendy beach bars oceanside...
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5 Approaches for Getting a Laptop

Getting a laptop can be a major investment decision. Consequently it's not at all one that you should make lightly. Listed here are 5 tips that will aid geared up for making the most beneficial and a lot well informed decision when pruchasing a laptop.

Tip #1 Size Matters



Purchasing a laptop is usually a matter pots some thought. Take into account the size of the laptop. The frequency of which contemplating carrying your laptop? Your answer will assist p...
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Perhaps she first caught your skills dressed up in SCA garb, or possibly he looked dashing as part of his SCA armor. It could be that you're both wearing Renaissance costumes and enjoying a stroll through your local Faire when he captured your heart. Since then, time has passed and you are prepared to enter wedlock. If you are like many who watch olden times, perhaps you're considering of having a medieval wedding. 


If so, you're not alone. More couples than are celebrating the start of their ...
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Buying a new car can be fun and exciting, but it can also be very stressful. After all, it is a very big decision. If you are organized, armed with knowledge, and understand the game, you’ll find the experience a lot more enjoyable so here are some tips for buying a new car.

Start with the basics. Decide what type, size, and price range meets your needs; then move on to the details of the deal.


But first, check out the car’s value with Kelly Blue Book. This source is one of the most trusted...
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I lost my Honda Civic in a wreck about three weeks ago. Not surprisingly, since that time, I have been considering a new car. But I'm not going to buy another subcompact, I would like a bigger vehicle than a subcompact. Thus I'm going to buy a SUV and here are my choices.

The Chrysler Aspen

In a side-by-side comparison with other SUVs, the Chrysler Aspen is more fuel-efficient as well as being more maneuverable. And as compared to full-size SUVs, Chrysler Aspen holds more interior passeng...
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Superhero flicks, including their sequels, hardly fail at the box office. And the next superhero flick to watch for is the movie adaptation of the Green Lantern.  He is a founder-member of the Justice League of America, a team of superheroes who banned together to stave off evil doers.  And a set of figures I'm collecting beginning with a Green Lantern statue.

According to the schedule, the motion picture version will be shown in June 2011 and the film stars Ryan Reynolds as Green Lantern /  H...
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This year, I did not get a chance to go to Comic Con in San Diego.  And my cousin asked me to visit him in Atlanta, Georgia.  He's stationed somewhere around there.  I couldn't get there this time around.  Money is tight and I thought I'd spend something a little closer to home.  But, in any case, he told me to look up info on DragonCon and see if it's something I could show up for next year.

I did my quick research and wow!  DragonCon looks like it's a lot of fun.  It's a pop-culture conventi...
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Not just from online, but also from friends and co-workers, we, somehow, get into a "heated" debate on who's better, Kobe Bryant or Michael Jordan.  Whenever something like this happens, lots of numbers get thrown, such as how many rings Kobe has or championship appearances at his age and how many more he's likely to get by the time he retires.  Most numbers thrown are individual accomplishments, such as scoring titles, MVP, All-Star selection, etc.

I don't think those numbers matter much.  Be...
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I've been out of college for a few years now.  But back then I've always looked forward to spring break.  I went to Lake Havasu one year and Cancun, Mexico the next year.   The best times of my life if I could only remember them.  I do remember the good parts though.

One thing that's interesting though is how the whole Spring Break scene got started.  I've always been curious and ran into this summary:

Via: Online Schools
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I turned on the TV and the Buffalo Bills are playing the Tennessee Titans on NBC.  It's the Hall of Fame game.  The year really went fast.  But I'm excited. I'm a big football fan.  There's nothing like a lazy Sunday and a battle of the grid iron on the tube.

One thing interesting about this year's Hall of Fame game is that Rod Woodson of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bruce Smith of the Buffalo Bills, Derrick Thomas (RIP) of the Kansas City Chiefs and Randall McDaniel of the Minnesota Vikings were ...
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Ok, so when we're done this afternoon, a bunch of us from work will go watch GI Joe.  I'm so excited.  I grew up on this shit.  Plus, Sienna Miller looks so hot as the Baroness.  I know that she's a blond, but man, she's smokin as a brunette. I haven't heard much about GI Joe.  Only seen the trailers, so I'm hopeful.  Maybe I'll post a review over the weekend.  So stay tuned.

Speaking of hot.  This one girl (from work) asked me to reserve Halloween at her place.  She said that Halloween is on ...
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