Top 10 Trailers of 2008

Posted by Wayne | Monday, December 01, 2008

I love movie trailers. Really love them. Maybe "I'm obsessed with trailers" is the more accurate description. And I know our users love them, too, which is why I strive to deliver the most movie trailers with the highest quality on the web.

I have compiled the numbers for all of 2008 so that we can present the top ten most-watched trailers of the year.

1. THE DARK KNIGHT
2. INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL
3. TWILIGHT
4. THE INCREDIBLE HULK
5. IRON MAN
6. HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE
7. WANTED
8. HANCOCK
9. SEX AND THE CITY
10. KUNG FU PANDA
Source: Yahoo!

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It's not like the Sugababes to be bitter. But they keep being snubbed by the UK’s biggest music awards – and if things don’t change, they’ll boycott it.

In 10 years at the top, the Babes have sold 5.5 million albums, notched up six No.1s, two Guinness World Records and even visited Gordon Brown at Number 10. But they have yet to place a major Brit award on their mantelpiece.

Chatting to them over lunch at The Hospital club in London’s Covent Garden, the Babes – Keisha Buchanan, Heidi Range and Amelle Berrabah – are fuming.

They are so upset they may even blank the next Brits in February, which will be hosted by Kylie Minogue and Gavin & Stacey stars James Corden and Mathew Horne.

Keisha, 24, says: “I say this in the most humble way but when you think of pop bands the Sugababes are definitely up there. I’m proud that Gordon Brown is recognising us, but why not the Brits? We’re British for God’s sake and we’ve done well.

“Surely we deserve an award after all the hard work we’ve done?”

Amelle, 24, adds: “I’m telling you, if they don’t nominate us this year, that’s it, I’m done. I’m not going. I had a dream the band had been going for 17 years and we turned up at the Brits and they said: ‘Sorry you’ve lost again’. I’m that angry I say, ‘F*** off, that’s not what I’m here for’, kiss Heidi and Keisha bye and walk out. How weird is that?

“They should sack all those old men on the board and leave it to the fans to decide. They don’t know what they are talking about.

“Our song About You Now sold almost as many singles as Rihanna’s Umbrella – yet she was up on-stage and we got no recognition.”

And they are not the only big stars to be repeatedly snubbed by the Brits. Keisha jokes: “Simon Cowell should be awarded Sexiest Man!”

Despite being nominated six times, the Babes have only ever gone home with a minor Brit gong for Best Dance Act 2003 – a category which no longer exists. And even that left a bitter taste because the Babes don’t consider themselves a dance act.

Maybe it’ll be, er, seventh time lucky!

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What exactly is Acne?

Posted by Wayne | Monday, December 01, 2008

What causes acne?
Acne occurs when the hair follicle pores become blocked. The oil called sebum builds up inside the pore and becomes infected with bacteria. When the infection remains under the skin surface, it develops into a whitehead. When the infection partly reaches the surface and changes color, it develops into a blackhead.

Shouldn't I just try to eliminate sebum from my body?
No. When it isn't blocked in your pores, sebum helps keep your skin healthy.

Why does acne usually start at puberty?
No one knows for certain. What is known is that the sebaceous glands that produce sebum get much larger at puberty than they were before.

Why does the skin around a pimple turn red?
This redness is caused by the body's inflammatory response. Inflammation is a sign that your immune system is working to fight an infection. However, the inflammatory response doesn't always work perfectly, and can even be the cause of scarring.

If my skin turns red, does that mean that I'm going to have scars?
Usually, no. Even when there will be no permanent scar, the aftereffects of the inflammatory response can leave the skin red for months, sometimes for more than a year.

What are free radicals?
Free radicals are byproducts of oxidation in your body. We all need oxidation to occur as part of our life process, but there is concern that the buildup of unrecycled free radicals contributes to many conditions, including skin damage.

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HOROSCOPE - December 1, 2008

Posted by Wayne | Monday, December 01, 2008

The moon shifts from Libra to Scorpio so the morning has a different feel than the afternoon. You may believe you need help with a project and then after a few hours decide to do it all yourself. You could also realize your reliance on another person and decide to pull back to establish a boundary or increase the respect between you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re emboldened by an idea that you’re sure will work. When your conviction is this strong, you can’t help but act. You might even orchestrate a takeover and usurp the powers that be.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There are no hidden costs in the deals you do now, and also it’s unlikely that you can make a payment plan. You’ll be paying as you go and the price is higher than you thought, but at least it’s all upfront.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The hullabaloo can go on without you for a while – you’re too busy to bother, and you won’t miss a thing. You’ve chosen activities worthy of muting your cell phone and will be glad for your choice.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Put your feelers into the world and avoid making any rash moves. Tonight you’re willing to open to your significant others as long as you know you’ll be tenderly received.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’re curious about the nature of those around you. You may press people’s buttons just to see what they’ll do. The shakeup could cause you to connect with someone in new and surprising ways.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (DEC. 1). You hone in on your abilities and learn to trust them. Find people and methods to make your work more pleasurable and creative. Your ability to read people is put to excellent use in December and can either earn or save you a bundle. April brings stellar love connections. You sail toward a shimmering horizon in July. Gemini and Libra adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 8, 39, 44 and 18.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You business is your own and you’re entitled to keep it that way. Protect your reputation and guard your motives. Be discreet. Say very little, especially on subjects you know a whole lot about.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You don’t want to seem too impressionable, but an enticing marketing attempt could ensnarl you. Is this the answer to your pesky problem? Your mind reels as you weigh the pros and cons of an expensive change.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Shrug off your cloak of mystery long enough to have a chatty and revealing conversation with someone you find interesting. It’s nice not to worry about how you’re perceived as you lose yourself in conversation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll be asked expound on your reasoning for a certain decision. Even though you probably acted in accordance with your logic-defying, strong gut instinct, a fair explanation will pop into your mind.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Get your internal monologue out on paper and you’ll see the true parts from the false ones. Silliness, anger, joy and fabulous ideas will come pouring through your pen. You’ll feel lighter afterward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Remember when the very sound of someone’s name would make your heart skip a beat and your ears prick up? That’s why you’ll enjoy today. The giddy feelings return.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re invited to take advantage of an opportunity that your friend cannot exploit. You have earned this generosity, though it’s still crucial to show your friend how appreciative you are.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: “Do you believe in miracles, Holiday? I’m a Leo who is feeling down and out, even though everything about my life is pretty much fine. I’m lucky to have a job I take care of my family and everything is going along. But I just feel so low most of the time. I wish someone would strike me with a magic wand and bring me up. What do my stars say? (8/12/69).”

Sounds like you’re looking for the miracle of enlightenment, literally translated as “lightening up.” You’re living an interesting paradox, though, because you have relied on your weighty sense of responsibility to get you this far – your accomplishments have happened because you have taken your work and your relationships seriously. But now with Mars in Sagittarius, where it was when you were born, you are driving yourself so hard to keep all of the wonderful things you already have – like your home, your family relationships and your job – that you’re leaving very little time for the kind of play that Leos absolutely need to feel buoyant. As for miracles, most all of them happen out of action. Your action step is to create larger margins in your life to play and enjoy yourself.

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Nokia Announces S40 6260 Slide Phone

Posted by Wayne | Monday, December 01, 2008

Nokia announced 6260 Slide phone putting all its Series 40 peers to shame. The quad-band GSM/tri-band UMTS phone has a nice 2.4-inch display half VGA screen (320×480 pixels) with 16M colors support, 360o navi-key, 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics and dual LED flash. GPS also makes the cut making it the first S40 phone to support it.

Other features include fast HSDPA/HSUPA, Wi-Fi, FM Radio with RDS, music player, microSD card slot (up to 8GB), Ovi support, TV-Out, Bluetooth 2.1 and a 2.5mm AV connector.

The phone will start shipping from the beginning of next year at a price of EUR299 (USD388).

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Samsung R610-64G

Posted by Wayne | Monday, December 01, 2008

It’s one of the lightest and best-looking 16-inch notebooks, but its performance could be better.

The Samsung R610-64G hovers in a strange place between a traditional mainstream notebook and a full-fledged multimedia desktop replacement. A svelte 6 pounds (for its size), the R610 is the lightest 16-inch notebook we’ve tested, and with a street price of $999, it’s also one of the cheapest. Its classy black chassis is one of the most attractive we’ve seen in this form. But to achieve its low price, the R610 skimps on performance and features such as dedicated media controls, a full HD screen, and a Blu-ray drive option.

Sleek, Touch of Color Design

The R610’s attractive, understated look is classy enough for the boardroom, yet trendy enough for the dorm room. With the lid open, the thin chassis measures a mere 1.3 inches at its thickest point and 0.8 inches at its thinnest. This is significantly thinner than some other 16-inch systems, most notably the Acer Aspire 6930G, and just a hair larger than the Sony VAIO FW series.

Like other Samsung notebooks with the manufacturer’s signature Touch of Color design, the R610 has a glossy black exterior that’s accented by a dark red gradient stripe on its front lip. A tasteful array of green and blue status lights for the hard drive, power, and Wi-Fi shine through the gradient.


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Corvette ZR1 Sports Car

Posted by Wayne | Monday, December 01, 2008




The new 2009 Corvette ZR1 is a fast and powerful sports car. It has a 6.2-liter surpercharged engine with 638hp. The acceleration of 0-60mph time of just 3.4 seconds will make it reach reach 100mph from standstill in 7 seconds flat.

The final MSRP of the new Corvette is $103,300 including the destination charge, but it will have a $1700 gas guzzler tax added on top of this.

The 2009 Corvette ZR1 is super sports car indeed.

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