LIKE FIRE AROUND THE BRIM.

Friday nights in NYC used to be all about The Knocks' Mr. Jpatt tearing up the decks at Antik, the highlight of which was always his immaculate blend of Passion Pit's "Sleepyhead" and The Jackson 5's "I Want You Back". Then when Xaphoon Jones moved to New York and witnessed the magic, he took it one step further and turned Jpatt's segue into a full length track, which he's been playing out around

Discover Western Australia's best-kept secret

The owner of Maitraya has claimed that the Western Australian holiday resort is the region's best-kept secret.The mansion retreat of Maitraya may be Western Australia's best-kept secret, but it won't stay that way for long, with the unique destination attracting worldwide attention.Travellers arriving into Australia on flights to Perth can reach the resort in under an hour, while the private

Uluru nominated for Wonder of Nature honour

Australians are being encouraged to vote for their favourite natural landmark in a new online competition.The Central Australian landmark of Uluru has been put forward as one of 28 global sites competing to be named one of the world's New Seven Wonders of Nature.As part of a seven-month online competition, global citizens will be encouraged to vote for their favourite natural marvel, with the

CAN'T GET YOU FAR ENOUGH AWAY.

Savoir Adore are kind of the most adorable band in the game and they prove their eternally endearing qualities once again with new track "Sparrow," yet another promising step towards a potentially brilliant second album after the unveiling of "Loveliest Creature" earlier this year. While the Brooklyn dreampop crusaders have always reminded us of Stars, under the light of "Sparrow" (which they've

Good or Bad Advice? How Can You Tell?

There are quite a few gold blogs out there. We all know that. They have a ton of information they give out, we all are aware of that. Do you listen? Do you use the tools that we provide to you? Or do you just read the information provided, toss it in the back of your head, and then a few weeks later wish you would have used it? Hmm.... I know I am guilty of this (see the alchemy disenchant a

Come and visit to Bali Buleleng Festival

For the first time, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism held a People's Buleleng Arts Festival (Festival Kesenian Rakyat Buleleng), the City of Singaraja, Buleleng, Bali, on 31 March to 2 April 2011. The event will be opened immediately the Minister of Culture and Tourism Jero Wacik.So far only focused tourists in the southern region, such as Badung, Gianyar and Denpasar. Tourists prefer to Kuta,

Grab Flights to Mauritius & Explore Heavenly Beauty

If you are looking to have a vacation in one of the world’s most beautiful places, then Mauritius is the way to go for you! Situated in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is a small island nation that has been blessed with nature’s most stunning wonders and splendours. The country boasts of remarkable countryside, pristine beaches, crystal clear waters and mesmerising underwater life. Apart from natural

Jim Cramer : Buy physical Silver

Jim Cramer : ...there is a fabulous article in the Financial Times about th actual demand for physical silver , I think anyone who has to bet against gold and silver has to go and buy some physical gold and silver especially silver , cause you recognize it you go into your gold dealer or silver dealer , the price that you hear in the market is minimums of what people want to pay so you can only

His Eye Is on the Cruise Missile

Glenn Greenwald, who's been posing some good questions about Obama's Libya speech as a revelation of his (that is, Obama's) belief in American exceptionalism, linked today to a recent post by Andrew Sullivan, calling it "long and thoughtful." Well, he was half-right. It's about as thoughtful as most of Sullivan's writing, which is not very.Sullivan is sure that the US-led attack on Libya is a

His Eye Is on the Cruise Missile

Glenn Greenwald, who's been posing some good questions about Obama's Libya speech as a revelation of his (that is, Obama's) belief in American exceptionalism, linked today to a recent post by Andrew Sullivan, calling it "long and thoughtful." Well, he was half-right. It's about as thoughtful as most of Sullivan's writing, which is not very.Sullivan is sure that the US-led attack on Libya is a

Severe floods leave Thailand tourists stranded

Tourists in Thailand have been left stranded as the country copes with heavy flooding.Flights to Thailand have faced major disruption today (March 30th), as the south of the country is dealing with major flooding, it has been reported.The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has warned British travellers in the region to avoid the Nakhon Sri Thammarat, Surat Thani, Phattalung, Chumphon, Trang

IF YOU'RE VAGUELY ATTRACTED TO ROOFTOPS.

Freelance Whales have quietly been killing it (see: like every ad on television right now) since signing to Frenchkiss/Mom+Pop in late 2009, and their ascent from local bright young things to nationally acclaimed indie darlings continues with the release of their latest single "Hannah". Helping out on the remix package, we got our boy Lightwaves on the case, who takes the Sufjan-meets-Postal

Glyph "Auto Auction" Bot - What I Now Know...

Here is a HUGE issue as of late that is extremely frustrating to deal with, the AH Glyph bot. I have just recently started "fighting" with one, and regrettably, I have very little defense. I am working on finding ways to work around them, and as of yet, I have found little that works, other than using....cough....blizzard tickets, which I have seen absolutely nothing in return. This bot, well,

Gold a safe haven and a better option to invest in times of crisis

Gold Prices reached their highest levels in 35 yearsInvestors describe gold as a safe haven investment and less risky where they can pour their liquidity, in light of sharp fluctuations that characterize the movement of the financial markets and global crisis, and the impact of political unrest and natural disasters that swept several areas in the world today.Gold prices are high to a point they

Travellers Set To Suffer As BA Cabin Crew Votes for Strike

British Airways cabin crew seems to be in no mood of giving up their fight as they vote overwhelmingly in favour of fresh strikes. This is the fourth time the cabin crew has voted for an industrial action in two years.The dispute between BA and its staff brewed over pay and working conditions but currently the matter seem to be focussed on the decision of the airline to take away travel perks

Today Tour to Mount Bromo has Opened for Visit East Java 2011

Mount Bromo tourist attraction re-opened to the public, after closing for five months due to an increase in volcanic activity.Head of the Division of Administration Taman Nasional Bromo Tengger Semeru (TNBTS), Suwasto, in Malang, East Java, on Tuesday (3/29/2011) said reopening Bromo tourist area for tourist visits, conducted on Wednesday (30/03/2011) ."The opening of Bromo tourist areas have

How to make gold in instances

Some vanilla enchanting materials have had their prices increased dramatically in the past few months on some realms, notably Large Brilliant Shards as they are no longer obtained from the short instances, like Scholomance and Stratholme due to their level drop after Cataclysm.For example, Large Brilliant Shards sell for 60g these days on the realms I play on, Small Radiant Shards 35g and Large

Marquette University to offer domestic partner benefits...to those who register with the state in a registry that is the subject of court challenge.

Going on two years ago, Wisconsin adopted a domestic partner registry in spite of the fact that it has a "super-DOMA" constitutional amendment. Almost immediately, the registry was challenged as unconstitutional, as I wrote about here. Well, the past week has seen two items of related news. The same Wisconsin governor who has been forcefully criticized for his union-busting efforts recently fired

Lizard Island gets revamp and makeover

Visitors to the Great Barrier Reef can enjoy a stylish new look at Lizard Island.The Great Barrier Reef resort of Lizard Island has undergone a soft makeover in order to better attract visitors on flights to Australia.A fresh new look has been designed for the Lodge Bar and Osprey's Restaurant, while many suites and villas have also been given a revamp.The Anchor Bay Suites now feature new rugs

Spiderman' scales Dubai's Burj Khalifa tower

A controversial freeclimber has completed his record-breaking attempt to climb the tallest building in the world.French daredevil Alain Robert climbed into the record books last night (March 28th) after reaching the top of the Burj Khalifa tower.Mr Robert, who has earned the nickname Spiderman, took six hours to ascend the 828-metre high Dubai skyscraper, which is the tallest building in the

Phil Spencer recommends Melbourne breaks

The host of Location, Location, Location has spoken of his love for the Australian city of Melbourne.TV presenter Phil Spencer has named his Melbourne highlights as well as offering plenty of sage travel advice for travellers contemplating booking flights to Australia.The Location, Location, Location host told the Telegraph that his best ever holiday was spent in the Australian city, including a

Gold on a Bearish Signal ?

The fact that gold price made a new high and came off the same day and set lower was quite bearish says analyst Mihir Dange of Arbitrage , right now he is playing the market from neutral to short aspect , selling small taking some profit off the table , we have to definitely go beyond $1450 in order to renew bull interest , the information on the European debt crisis and the probable bankruptcy

TINY LITTLE WAVES OF THE FOREST.

We're pretty much all about the burgeoning Miami music scene - I mean, who hasn't been inspired by the sounds of the Miami since Will Smith first preached the city's gospel way back when? Born of the hot hot heat, palm trees and neon pastels of the Magic City are up and comers like Lil Daggers, Millionyoung and of course the amazing ANR, and if you haven't gotten lost in the very special jams

His Eye Is on the Bulldog

My minister friend on Facebook is at it again:Worship this morning was such a gift...amazing music by the choir...great hymns... Friend's college age son came and asked, on way to church, "Will this guy keep me awake?" Told her that was pressure. Meeting with a few key leaders over lunch...and then organ concert by Charles Webb tonight. I am thankful. (And Butler and Bloomington

His Eye Is on the Bulldog

My minister friend on Facebook is at it again:Worship this morning was such a gift...amazing music by the choir...great hymns... Friend's college age son came and asked, on way to church, "Will this guy keep me awake?" Told her that was pressure. Meeting with a few key leaders over lunch...and then organ concert by Charles Webb tonight. I am thankful. (And Butler and Bloomington

4.0.1 Jewelcrafting Recipe - Punisher's Band

What can I say that the title doesn't? Not much. Here's some screenies to tide you over.... Design: Punisher's Band 4.1.0 Punisher's Band How did I miss a jewelcrafting recipe? Per my normal late night check of wowhead.com, what do I see but this nice little addition....it seems it will be available for the "probable" 5 Illustrious Jewelcrafter's Tokens. I wonder if the stats are worth

Bali is The Best Tourist Places in Asia Pacific

DestinAsian tourism magazine awarded the sixth time to Bali as the best tourist destinations in Asia Pacific. This award is given in the event of The Sixth DestinAsian Reader's Choice Awards.Tourist island of Bali to maintain the predicate as the best tourist destination, which is generated through survey of readers of both print and online."The award is given to Bali to motivateother regions in

Preparing for patch 4.1 - Huge opportunity incoming!

Patch 4.1 will make some rare spawns in Cataclysm zones more worthwhile to kill. This will be an opportunity you should not miss! For example, all rare elites will now drop BOE epics instead of BOE rares which should sell for 10k easily each, if you're lucky enough to win one!But the main rare monster  you should note is Poseidus, which will drop an epic underwater mount (Reins of Poseidus) that

Air Terjun Bantimurung Waterfall National Park at South Sulawesi

Bantimurung Waterfall National Park, located in Makassar, South Sulawesi, is still a favorite of local and domestic tourists. Just need an hour drive from the airport, you and your family will find the area full of shady trees. Cool air and rustling waterfalls make want to linger in this place. Moreover, while mengelar mats and picnic with family. The atmosphere was more exciting.Not only,

A Few Bad Apples?

From Lenin's Tomb:Can I please make an urgent appeal on behalf of sense and dignity for people to stop repeating the idiotic journalistic cliche that a minority of 'hardliners' (or worse, 'violent extremists') spoiled things for everyone else. So much work, you hear them say, so much time spent building up a great day, and these wreckers - yes, wreckers! - have to come and ruin it.

A Few Bad Apples?

From Lenin's Tomb:Can I please make an urgent appeal on behalf of sense and dignity for people to stop repeating the idiotic journalistic cliche that a minority of 'hardliners' (or worse, 'violent extremists') spoiled things for everyone else. So much work, you hear them say, so much time spent building up a great day, and these wreckers - yes, wreckers! - have to come and ruin it.

Kuwait sandstorm leaves Dubai dusty

A major sandstorm in Kuwait has led to highly dusty conditions and low visibility in the UAE, according to the local met office.Visitors on flights to Dubai have been warned to expect dusty conditions until at least tomorrow (March 29th) as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) feels the aftermath of a severe sandstorm in Kuwait.The local meteorological organisation warned that visibility is likely to

Fishing and cooking experience launched at Thai hotel

Visitors to Thailand can experience the whole cooking experience from fishing through to cooking with the Sarojin's latest deal.Luxury Thai hotel the Sarojin is offering guests the chance to fish like a local, cook like a pro and dine like royalty with a new foodie package.Gourmet travellers have yet another reason to book flights to Thailand, as the hotel's new deal offers a thorough gastronomic

India's wildlife offers more than just tigers

Travellers visiting India are being encouraged to try a wider array of wildlife tours to take the pressure off the tiger population.Visitors on flights to India are urged to discover the variety of wildlife on offer beyond the popular tiger tours, as Indian Experiences is running a series of alternative offers at its eco lodges this year.Corbett National Park is celebrating its Platinum Jubilee

POPSHOP004: WALK THE MOON + SAVOIR + ANR

With the dust settled on SXSW and everyone finally beginning to feel human again, it's time to get back in the New York groove with another round of amazing live music at Popshop, coming at you hard and fast on April 7th. We've got the hottest new band in the game and the toast of SXSW 2011 headlining in Walk The Moon, with support from starry eyed Brooklyn dreamweavers Savoir Adore and Miami's

"Help! I Can't Make Gold" --- Selling on the Auction House

Ugh. You know what? This is something I have seen and heard quite a bit over my blogging "career". If it isn't those exact words, it's something near: "I was making gold, and lately, I just have too much competition" or "I got bullied out of "X" market". There's many of them. You know what I say to that? One question, simply answered. No, it isn't "oh, go do this, pick up this, grab these mats,

1001 Fascination in Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park, one of the popular vote competition nominees "New 7 Wonder", invited the attraction of foreign and local tourists. The appeal of the Park was not solely due to the presence of dragons.The park was established in 1986 by UNESCO as world heritage site is situated between the province of West Nusa Tenggara and East Nusa Tenggara. In it includes three major islands, namely Pulau

A Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road

I'm still wondering what is supposed to be "liberal," let alone "left," about NPR's news programming. When an article entitled "What the right means when it calls NPR 'liberal,'" by Bill Moyers and Michael Winship, appeared at Salon.com last Friday, I hoped against hope that it would tell me something.But of course it didn't. The piece was a shameless exercise in distraction, and blatantly

A Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road

I'm still wondering what is supposed to be "liberal," let alone "left," about NPR's news programming. When an article entitled "What the right means when it calls NPR 'liberal,'" by Bill Moyers and Michael Winship, appeared at Salon.com last Friday, I hoped against hope that it would tell me something.But of course it didn't. The piece was a shameless exercise in distraction, and blatantly

COMING FLIGHT TO GOLD

By Scott SilvaEditor, The Gold Speculator2-1-11The battle to increase the US Debt limit will increase financial tensions in the US and impact markets around the world. The US debt is approaching its legal limit of $14.3 Trillion. The debt limit sets the amount that the US Treasury can borrow from its citizens other government agencies and foreign investors by selling AAA-rated US Treasury

Timbermaw Rep Farming For Enchanters: 1H and 2H Agility

 Following up with my enchanting questions, this is once again a part of a few enchant recipies that are the more "rare" in the AH, and although it's vanilla, and not even close to BiS, it's still worth having for no other reason than the profitability involved. The Timbermaw Tribe floats around a few areas, northern felwood and mid Winterspring. Obviously, the 2H Agility Enchant you can snatch

The Nannies Come and Go

Here There Be Spoylers -- maybe. If you're planning to see either version of the movie I discuss here, you might want to wait until you've seen it before you read this post.I hadn't quite intended to see Im Sang-soo's 2010 remake of The Housemaid, but then the university's new cinema facility scheduled a showing. I don't get to see many Korean films on the big screen, so I try to take the

The Nannies Come and Go

Here There Be Spoylers -- maybe. If you're planning to see either version of the movie I discuss here, you might want to wait until you've seen it before you read this post.I hadn't quite intended to see Im Sang-soo's 2010 remake of The Housemaid, but then the university's new cinema facility scheduled a showing. I don't get to see many Korean films on the big screen, so I try to take the

Jembatan Suramadu Bridge The Landmark of Indonesia

Bridge is the longest bridge in East Java and including the longest in Indonesia. This is a giant project of Indonesia in the era of reform that has been successfully established. As we know, the longest bridge which has just inaugurated by the president last year, is a magnificent work in Indonesia, which connects the island of Java and Madura Island.Suramadu is a word derived from Surabaya and

To Advertise on Your Blog or Not? That is the Question....

I have been around the blogging community for a bit of time now, and as you know, it keeps getting bigger and bigger. I am doing my best to keep giving out quality content for you all to read (I hope you agree). Although with better quality and consistent posts, I am spending more and more time on Alto's Goldish Advice.  If you are reading this as a fellow blogger, you know what I mean. For those

FED SPINNING GOLD

by Scott SilvaEditor, The Gold Speculator 1-18-11 The Fed is spinning gold. Deep in his subconscious, Ben Bernanke secretly yearns to return the country to the gold standard, but he knows that if this were to happen, he’d be out of job. And so would thousands on the government payroll who have perfected the art of printing money out of thin air. So, every day Chairman Bernanke issues the

Winter discounts for Tasmanian ferry crossings

Travellers booking flights to Australia and hoping to explore the island of Tasmania may be glad to learn that Spirit of Tasmania is offering a 60 per cent discount this winter.The Spirit of Tasmania is offering a 60 per cent discount on ferry crossings from Melbourne this winter.As a result twin and four-berth cabins are available from just $99 (£63) per person per crossing, provided you travel

GFMS 2011 surveys gold and silver

One thousand trillion is equal to one quadrillion. In terms of money, this can't even exist. They play with the money number to set people off to thinking... how much is that? Bernanke ... is taking us down the path of economic collapse... QE1 the banks hoarded all that FIAT paper...QE2 ... has had little effect....and now there even suggesting QE3....who is ready to go mine for Gold and Silver?

OVJ Opera Van Java travel to Malang

Until the 519th episode aired the first time since December 12 two years ago, Opera Van Java finally held a roadshow to the town of Malang. For two days, (25-26/3) Trans 7 will be in Malang by presenting OVJ program, held at the (Universitas Negeri Malang) State University of Malang Graha Cakrawala Universitas Negeri Malang.The presence of talent OVJ to his city, would not be left silent by the

Need Two Years, To Clean Dust Merapi in Borobudur Temple

Cleaning Mount Merapi volcanic ash at Borobudur Magelang regency, Central Java, has yet to complete and it took two years. Cleaning the outside of the initial extent and have not touched the inside of the stone structure of the temple.Volcanic ash was still in the crevices of the wall drainage or waterways and the stupa of the temple. If left unchecked, sulfur-containing volcanic ash has the

Poetry Friday (Slight Return) - No Exit

No ExitHere at the center of the universethere is no movement; in the higher spheres,however, all things turn from bad to worse,and he is impotent who interferes.But you and I are here, perfect, in stasis:the Unmoved Movers, the Pleroma, who'veeternities in which no moment passes.(Asleep, you stir. Awake, I cannot move.)I cannot make you come, I cannot makeyou come to bed again with me. In pain

Poetry Friday (Slight Return) - No Exit

No ExitHere at the center of the universethere is no movement; in the higher spheres,however, all things turn from bad to worse,and he is impotent who interferes.But you and I are here, perfect, in stasis:the Unmoved Movers, the Pleroma, who'veeternities in which no moment passes.(Asleep, you stir. Awake, I cannot move.)I cannot make you come, I cannot makeyou come to bed again with me. In pain

Epic Gems in Cataclysm - Incoming Soon- Are you Prepared?

Ok folks. Now most of you know from reading my blog that I have a stockpile of Pyrite Ore in the slim chance that we will have the ability to prospect epic gems from them.  Take them out...seriously. You don't need earplugs, you are reading this, not listening to me.....I know you don't want to read another post about them, but quite a few have been asking again, so I am telling, a bit more in

Children's Week - Easy gold incoming!

It may still be far away, but it's wise to prepare for it, starting today! That is if you want to make extra 12,000g during it!As you may know, certain items will be VERY high in demand during the Children's Week, even if they are super easy to obtain. But let's face it, people are lazy! And that is what makes us rich :)Also, Rift is still "stealing" players from WoW so there will be less people

Aborigine band to perform at Ayers Rock Resort

Drum Atweme have been confirmed to perform at Ayers Rock Resort in April.Visitors to Ayers Rock Resort next month will notice that the Northern Australian destination will be alive to the sounds of Aborigine drumming, as Drum Atweme will be performing from April 8th to 10th.These performances will give British travellers yet another reason to book flights to Australia, and visit this famous

Spiderman' to climb Dubai's tallest skyscraper

A 48-year-old freeclimber, nicknamed Spiderman, will attempt to climb the world's tallest building next week.A world-famous French daredevil will attempt to climb Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building on Monday (March 28th), it has been reported.Alain Robert has earned the nickname 'Spiderman' for his death-defying freeclimbing achievements, which regularly involve no safety equipment and

Enchanting Mats: Greater Eternal Essences and Auctioneer

To follow up with my enchanting post from a few days back, another issue that Megan was running into was finding materials for her enchants. Now I just picked one, as this seems to be one of the most expensive and highly sought after essences in WoW. You can see from the screenshot above, that this surpasses the prices on any essence, in fact, it is a constant on most servers that this is the

Four Islands to Consider before booking Flights to Seychelles

The Seychelles is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. The destination is a group of some 115 fabulous islands. Seychelles, with its enchanting jungles, a rare exotic flora and fauna life, and huge tracts of pristine milky white beaches, literally begs to be explored. This paradise on earth is no longer the exclusive privilege of the ultra rich. Be it some historical attractions at the

We've Got to Do Something, the Latest Implementation

My friend the ambivalent Obama supporter phoned me tonight, and we talked about various things. The first thing on his mind was the current war in Libya, and he wanted to know what I thought should be done there. I had to admit that I didn't have a good answer, but I was sure what shouldn't be done there, namely firing cruise missiles and aerial bombing.After we got off the phone I found this

We've Got to Do Something, the Latest Implementation

My friend the ambivalent Obama supporter phoned me tonight, and we talked about various things. The first thing on his mind was the current war in Libya, and he wanted to know what I thought should be done there. I had to admit that I didn't have a good answer, but I was sure what shouldn't be done there, namely firing cruise missiles and aerial bombing.After we got off the phone I found this

The Son of Man Came Not to Be Served, But to Serve

This has been bugging me for a couple of weeks now, so what the hell, I'll write the post.My Facebook friend the minister posted this to his status:Watched the look on host's face at the restaurant when a couple came in at closing. Waiter was gracious. A lesson in mercy to those of us who want to grump...That got five Likes. One of his friends commented:I love the places that let us stay

The Son of Man Came Not to Be Served, But to Serve

This has been bugging me for a couple of weeks now, so what the hell, I'll write the post.My Facebook friend the minister posted this to his status:Watched the look on host's face at the restaurant when a couple came in at closing. Waiter was gracious. A lesson in mercy to those of us who want to grump...That got five Likes. One of his friends commented:I love the places that let us stay

Qantas defends decision to put prices up

Australia's biggest airline has put prices up across the board by as much as $10 per person, due to rising fuel costs.Australian airline Qantas has defended its decision to increase fares by as much as $10 (£6) from the beginning of next month onwards.Furthermore travellers on flights to Tasmania will have to pay an extra eight per cent, the airline has announced.The price hike was put down to

Santana's Guitar Heaven tour arrives in Brisbane

Carlos Santana is bringing his world tour to the Brisbane Entertainment Arena tonight, before shows in Sydney and Hunter Valley.Legendary blues guitarist Carlos Santana arrives in Brisbane today (March 24th) as part of his Guitar Heaven tour of Asia and the Pacific region.Travellers on flights to Australia can catch the veteran musician all this weekend, as the tour moves to Sydney tomorrow

CAN YOU FEEL IT.

Headed into SX there were already a few bands destined to be the talk of the town come week's end - Walk The Moon, Foster The People and James Blake all come to mind - but for us the real superstars of SXSW 2011 were Athens, Georgia's own Reptar. Their People Are Cool Y'all EP from late 2010 was already one of our absolute favorite releases of the past 12 months (honestly, it's kind of a

Gold and silver reaching new heights - Silver at $38.10, Gold at $1,446.35.

Gold hits an all time record benefiting from the financial uncertainty created by the Portugal debt and possible bailout , Silver is benefiting from the reconstruction of Japan which was hit by an earthquake and a Tsunami , both Gold and Silver becoming in the eye of the masses a safe heaven to run to in times of uncertainty and a hedge against InflationThe idea of purchasing Gold and Silver is

Alto's "How To" For Finding a Farmer on Your Server

To answer Ian's question from a few days back, I am going to cover how I "attempt" to get/keep farmers. Note the attempt part. The reason I use that word is that I don't know many folks that keep them for an extended period of time. Why?* Farmers get banned* Farmers transfer servers* Farmers find someone that pays better than you* Farmers quit farming* Farmers forget about youI am sure there are

Just Your Average Run-of-the-Mill Satan

I meant to write tonight, but I read instead. (Mary Lasswell's third Suds book, One on the House!) But I did send this to RWA1 today (no response), and wanted to share it further. It's a flowchart of possible Republican reactions to Obama's attack on Libya. Being a party loyalist like RWA1 is hard. Traditionally Republicans oppose wars started by Democratic presidents, which seems a bit

Just Your Average Run-of-the-Mill Satan

I meant to write tonight, but I read instead. (Mary Lasswell's third Suds book, One on the House!) But I did send this to RWA1 today (no response), and wanted to share it further. It's a flowchart of possible Republican reactions to Obama's attack on Libya. Being a party loyalist like RWA1 is hard. Traditionally Republicans oppose wars started by Democratic presidents, which seems a bit

Cape Town tourism to get conference boost

The South African city of Cape Town is due to host a major tourism conference next weekTourism in the South African city of Cape Town is expected to enjoy a boost after next week's Tourism Destination Conference.The one-day conference, which will take place on March 28th, will include more than 100 influential figures and decision makers from the sector.Following on from last year's Football

Indian city unveils ATM that dispenses milk

The Indian city of Katraj is to introduce a new ATM machine that can dispense cold milk for thirsty visitors.British travellers on flights to India have another reason to visit the Pune region, as the city of Katraj will be unveiling the first ATM for milk-thirsty locals.Aimed at the busy local workers, the Any Time Milk vending machines will offer the refreshing taste of cool milk on the go, 24

Last chance to catch Sydney's beer festival

Sydney's month-long German beer festival is coming to a close this weekend, with live music and brewery tours taking place.German-beer lovers can catch the last of Hopfest this weekend (March 26th-27th), as the month-long festival at the Lowenbrau Keller at the Rocks, Sydney comes to an end.Traditional German beer, or bier as the Bavarians call it, will be on offer until the end of the month,

Joe Cocker booked for Dubai gig

In his only Middle Eastern gig this year, Joe Cocker will play the Al Badia Golf Club on May 22, it has been announced.Legendary British rock and blues singer Joe Cocker is due to perform in the United Arab Emirates this May, in his only Middle Eastern appearance this year.The show, on May 22 at Al Badia Golf Club, comes on the back of his latest album, Hard Knocks, which was released last year

Gold Over $1,440 , Silver over $37

March 23 - Gold price Over 1,440 , silver at the highest. This sprint in Gold and Silver prices happen after the new data on new homes sales in the U.S.Gold in the sprint after the drop in new home sales in New York, with prices rising by 0.8% over the $ 1,440 back. Silver advanced to over $ 37.22 an ounce, the highest since 1980

"How to" Decide What To Sell- Enchanting Scrolls

Great response so far with the questions folks! Thanks, and keep em coming!The first one that I am going to cover will take a few posts, but we will start with deciding what scrolls to sell in the AH. She mentioned checking TuJ already, but also wondering the best way to check the others that aren't listed there.Well, there are limited spots (15) on TuJ that cover only the "Current Profitable

Flights to Hong Kong - Attractions and Activities that Make them Hot

Experience serenity, observe sheer beauty, enjoy lovely moments and be relaxed by the end of it all! Welcome to Hong Kong - one of the finest holiday destinations in the world! Entertainment is guaranteed to everyone planning Hong Kong holidays!Hong Kong, a special administrative region of the People's Republic of China, offers a lot to its visitors. The city is best known for being a shopper’s

Cape Town gets ready for annual Jazz Festival

Earth Wind and Fire are among the 40 bands due to play Cape Town's 12th annual International Jazz Festival this weekend.The South African city of Cape Town will be alive with music this weekend, as the 12th annual international Jazz Festival gets underway.Last year's two-day festival attracted 34,000 jazz enthusiasts to the Rainbow Nation, with many arriving on flights to South Africa from all

Focus in Iowa should be children of all lesbian couples -- not just those whose moms have married

Earlier this month, the Des Moines Register began an article as follows: "The next legal battle over gay rights in Iowa could come from a same-sex couple determined to have both their names listed on their child's birth certificate."Anyone who reads this blog knows I can get behind a demand like that, but there's a catch in this instance. The article describes litigation in Iowa that will affect

Breaking News- WoW Authentication Servers are Down

Breaking News-We're aware of an issue that is affecting our authentication servers, which may result in failed or slow login attempts. We're currently investigating the cause and will provide updates as they are available.P.S. Don't log out....You won't get back in.......

JAMES TURK : Gold is really in backwardation

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March is Shakespeare month in Sydney, with a range of theatre events taking place in the Australian city.With two major film versions of the Bard's works being released this month, the Australian city of Sydney is laying on a host of Shakespearean re-imaginings to excite visitors on flights to Australia.If you've been to see Gnomeo and Juliet, or you're looking forward to Julie Taymor's version

Help! I Need Somebody, Help! Not Just Anybody! Using Auctionator

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Remember that fawning press release of an AP story I linked to yesterday? Glenn Greenwald, who lives in Brazil much of the time, had this to say about Obama's visit to Brazil:... not to get all Tom Friedman on you, but I really enjoyed the slew of taxi drivers and other assorted residents of the city complaining endlessly and bitterly about the traffic jams and closed streets for "no good reason

Don't Cry For Me Brazil

Remember that fawning press release of an AP story I linked to yesterday? Glenn Greenwald, who lives in Brazil much of the time, had this to say about Obama's visit to Brazil:... not to get all Tom Friedman on you, but I really enjoyed the slew of taxi drivers and other assorted residents of the city complaining endlessly and bitterly about the traffic jams and closed streets for "no good reason

Abu Dhabi to see return of Manchester City Soccer Schools

The Etihad Airways Manchester City Football Club Soccer Schools are due to return to Abu Dhabi this week for a second year running.Football-mad youngsters in Abu Dhabi may be excited to know that the Etihad Airways Manchester City Football Club Soccer Schools are due to return this week.The airline, which runs regular flights to Abu Dhabi from the UK, announced that more than 600 local children

Silver Short Squeeze and Backwardation explained

Silver backwardation and the makings for a short squeeze Silver price is treading water lots a catalyst that bubbling here we rebuilding in Japan -- in the futures market and -- haven buying. Joining me for the trade at the nymex it -- our trading Anthony it is the whole Clinton catalysts that should be pushing silver higher but they're notbecause of extreme shortage people fear that they

Fabulous Far East Destinations – Scintillating Singapore & Terrific Thailand

The enigmatic charm of the Far East entices many to book holiday packages for its holiday destinations. And if one has to pick two of the region’s hottest holiday spots – it has to the shimmering Singapore and tremendous Thailand! Both holiday destinations boast of dazzling tourist attractions, charming cultural traits and incredible eating options.Singapore – the Lion CitySingapore is one of the

Best. Post. Ever.

After seeing these bracers linked in Org last night, my first thought upon seeing it was to post on Blizzards' knack with naming certain things in game. Here's a little list of the top contenders:  For those that are worried about dropping the soap, this one is a must have..... I guess these are the first Dr. Scholl's made available to WoW.    Now this isn't an item, but I had to

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Oceania Has Always Been at War with Eurasia

Another spurious coalition has attacked Libya. Justin Elliott writes at Salon:President Obama, in what was obviously a carefully choreographed move, did not himself announce the beginning of the bombing. Indeed, when the news was announced by French President Nicholas Sarkozy, Obama was on an uncanceled trip to Brazil. Obama's brief statement from Brasilia referred to a "broad

Oceania Has Always Been at War with Eurasia

Another spurious coalition has attacked Libya. Justin Elliott writes at Salon:President Obama, in what was obviously a carefully choreographed move, did not himself announce the beginning of the bombing. Indeed, when the news was announced by French President Nicholas Sarkozy, Obama was on an uncanceled trip to Brazil. Obama's brief statement from Brasilia referred to a "broad

Silver 1:1 parity with Gold - Webbots forecast

Everything is way too inflationary ,the elites have devalued the currency ,but they do not have to worry ,they get billions,so what they can print more for themselves the web bots predict that silver would soon reach $600/oz.,It would be great to see silver bullion at $50 a troy ounce, its still on the up about 38% over a year period. if the empire continues to fall as I think it will them

Please Master

Richard Seymour (aka Lenin) posted this:As public citizens we exercise a franchise, but in the private sphere we accept bondage: the discipline of the market compels us to accept it. For most of our waking hours, we cede executive control over our bodily and mental powers to someone else – in the vain hope of one day retiring with a decent pension. Whoops, that’s gone. You’ll just have to

Please Master

Richard Seymour (aka Lenin) posted this:As public citizens we exercise a franchise, but in the private sphere we accept bondage: the discipline of the market compels us to accept it. For most of our waking hours, we cede executive control over our bodily and mental powers to someone else – in the vain hope of one day retiring with a decent pension. Whoops, that’s gone. You’ll just have to

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"Uh, we know that Alto"....Alright, that isn't for the masses. It's for one guy in particular. Let me explain.... A few weeks back, there was someone in a Friday night JMTC meeting that spoke about hitting the "new" gold cap multiple times (three times to be exact). They also mentioned they got an "achevement" for doing so. I didn't want to blast them right away and call their bullshit, because I

Travellers to south-east Asia could get single visa

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Tales of the City, Atlanta Division

I raced through Pearl Cleage's latest novel, Till You Hear From Me (One World, 2010) yesterday, without being fully conscious that I was doing so until I realized I had only about a dozen pages to go. That's normal for me with Cleage ever since I read her first novel. What Looks Like Crazy on an Ordinary Day was about a woman who returns to her Michigan hometown when, after living a fast-lane

Tales of the City, Atlanta Division

I raced through Pearl Cleage's latest novel, Till You Hear From Me (One World, 2010) yesterday, without being fully conscious that I was doing so until I realized I had only about a dozen pages to go. That's normal for me with Cleage ever since I read her first novel. What Looks Like Crazy on an Ordinary Day was about a woman who returns to her Michigan hometown when, after living a fast-lane

John Embry Mike Maloney, and David Morgan on investing in physical gold and silver

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South Africa's booming tourism tempts Air France

More flights to South Africa could be added by Air France, while Fly Emirates is also due to increase the number of services it runs to the country.Air France may be considering recommencing flights to Cape Town for the first time in ten years after last year's boom in tourism, a South African news site has claimed.The Independent Online says that the move is being considered by Air France

Alto's Interview with the "King of Leveling"- Zygor

 Zygor In Game Addon You all might be wondering who Zygor is. We know he has the best 1-85 guide out there. But the thing is, it's not really a guide. On paper at least. It's based off an Add-on that a whole crew designed and implemented in the game. If you hate leveling a new toon as much as I do, then this is a must have. I stand behind his product 110%, and it will be the best WoW investment

Visitors invited to get snap-happy in South Africa

South African game reserve Ulusaba is offering amateur photographers a new three-night deal.Budding photographers and seasoned safari experts alike can get close up to some of South Africa's most exciting wildlife, with the new photographic safari at Ulusaba Private Game Reserve.Those planning on booking flights to South Africa may be tempted by the three-night deal, which includes expert advice

David Morgan : Silver has better dynamics than gold

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Ayers Rock Resort to support Earth Hour

Northern Territory holiday destination Ayers Rock Resort has signed up to WWF's Earth Hour.Passengers on flights to Australia on the night of March 26th may notice that the country is a little darker than usual, as a main holiday resort has signed up to WWF's Earth Hour.Each year on this date many of the world's major landmarks are plunged into darkness for one hour in order to raise awareness of

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... And the Self-Effacing Modesty of Walt Whitman

From the Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting blog, this amazing quotation from a USA Today piece on hoax artist James O'Keefe:O'Keefe's tactics combine "the guerrilla of Borat, the gotcha of Dateline…and the gonzo approach of Hunter S. Thompson," O'Keefe said in an interview."I hope if I'm ever profiled by USA Today, I'll get to sing my own praises like that," FAIR writer Peter Hart concluded. Me

... And the Self-Effacing Modesty of Walt Whitman

From the Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting blog, this amazing quotation from a USA Today piece on hoax artist James O'Keefe:O'Keefe's tactics combine "the guerrilla of Borat, the gotcha of Dateline…and the gonzo approach of Hunter S. Thompson," O'Keefe said in an interview."I hope if I'm ever profiled by USA Today, I'll get to sing my own praises like that," FAIR writer Peter Hart concluded. Me

American Blog Posts Shall Receive No Titles from Kings, Princes, or Foreign States

First, something green for St. Patrick's Day:Swiped from my Facebook sister's photos. Not sure where she got it from. Somewhere on the Intertoobz.Today the Republican-controlled House of Representatives voted to cut federal funding for NPR. RWA1 promptly linked to the bad news on Facebook, and declared:On to the Senate. Forget Nina Totenberg; I want my Metropolitan Opera, Chicago Symphony,

American Blog Posts Shall Receive No Titles from Kings, Princes, or Foreign States

First, something green for St. Patrick's Day:Swiped from my Facebook sister's photos. Not sure where she got it from. Somewhere on the Intertoobz.Today the Republican-controlled House of Representatives voted to cut federal funding for NPR. RWA1 promptly linked to the bad news on Facebook, and declared:On to the Senate. Forget Nina Totenberg; I want my Metropolitan Opera, Chicago Symphony,

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I log in this morning to do my daily ritual, and what do I notice? Very little Elementium Ore. No Obsidium Ore. What's the deal? Is someone stockpiling? Was there a banwave of bots again? Yesterday, I pondered why there was more than just a quick 4 hour server downtime, then maintenance, server restart, and another download.   Obsidium Ore in AH- Nothing there?!As per my normal ritual, I had

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Arkansas court skeptical of reasons for banning unmarried couples from adopting or fostering children

It's always risky to predict the outcome of a case based on oral argument. Nonetheless, I'll predict that the Arkansas Supreme Court will affirm the decision of a trial judge in Cole v. Arkansas Dept. of Human Services that the state's ban on adoption and fostering by anyone living with a nonmarital partner violates the state's constitution. The ban was enacted by voters in 2008. You can watch

How to make thousands of gold just from enchanting!

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He's a Congenital Cheap Pig, But He's Our Congenital Cheap Pig

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Arkansas adoption ban oral argument tomorrow morning -- watch it live

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Health benefits for family of Michigan state workers in doubt

Last month I lauded the recently granted "plus one" benefit scheme implemented for 35,000 Michigan state employees. Well, those benefits are in grave danger. The state senate has already overturned the decision to award these benefits. My thanks to the Alternatives to Marriage Project for alerting me to this grave situation. ATMP is urging everyone to contact the Michigan House before it's too

Getaway to Thailand for a Royal Wedding escape

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US Airlines Resume Operations to Tokyo

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PTR 4.1 Winged Lion Mount

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Come Over and Help Us

RWA1's first response on Facebook to the disaster in Japan was to link to a post by the notorious right-wing economist Amity Shlaes, titled "Four Ways the U.S. Can Help Japan, Also Itself." "A free market look at help," RWA1 calls it. Well, no.Her first recommendation is for the US to "stop being a prissy multilateralist" with regard to trade.Now is the time to forget about fairness and just

Come Over and Help Us

RWA1's first response on Facebook to the disaster in Japan was to link to a post by the notorious right-wing economist Amity Shlaes, titled "Four Ways the U.S. Can Help Japan, Also Itself." "A free market look at help," RWA1 calls it. Well, no.Her first recommendation is for the US to "stop being a prissy multilateralist" with regard to trade.Now is the time to forget about fairness and just

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During the year 2010 gold has risen in price by 30%. Growth in the value of the metal was recorded the tenth consecutive year that was the longest period of price increases, at least since 1920.

Silver has better dynamics than gold from an investment perspective

In This video silver investor David Morgan interviews Jim Pavlakos of Golden State Mint. Silver has better dynamics than gold from an investment perspectiveDavid Morgan said in a recent interview :... There are more factors at work. At least two to three decades ago, there was an article that came out with the headline, "Silver is Gold's Poodle." I laugh, because that is really a metaphor for

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Wow. That didn't last long, did it? I just received an email from a reader that I needed to share with ya'll:Alto,I just read your post on "the shampoo efffect". Well, I got something for you. I hope you aren't invested highly in the Tome of Polymorph Turtle, as they have been able to be fished out of Cata water for around a month now. I have not seen you or anyone else mention anything of this,

He's Not to Blame, He Was Just Giving Orders

Question of the day:I wonder if Obama is such a mediocre president because there’s no incentive scheme?And this added bonus from the same post:HEY, THOSE TAX CUTS FOR MILLIONAIRES DON’T PAY FOR THEMSELVES, YOU KNOW: “A budget that sacrifices our commitment to education would be a budget that’s sacrificing our country’s future.”

He's Not to Blame, He Was Just Giving Orders

Question of the day:I wonder if Obama is such a mediocre president because there’s no incentive scheme?And this added bonus from the same post:HEY, THOSE TAX CUTS FOR MILLIONAIRES DON’T PAY FOR THEMSELVES, YOU KNOW: “A budget that sacrifices our commitment to education would be a budget that’s sacrificing our country’s future.”

The Shampoo Effect in Blogging- Rinse, repeat, Rinse, repeat.....

Hey folks! You are probably wondering what happened to me, I have not missed a daily post in quite some time, as you all know. Before you think that I am stopping blogging, as of this moment, I am not. I am however not going to be posting daily until there is new content out there. Right now, all the topics out there are just that. Out there. There is nothing new in gold making tips and tricks

Sydney youth hostel wins top tourism award

YHA Sydney has celebrated a brace of wins at the recent Australian Tourism Awards.The Youth Hostel Association of Australia has scored a hat-trick after its Sydney Central hostel was named as Australia’s Best Backpacker Accommodation for a third year in a row at the Australian Tourism Awards.Facilities on offer to gap year students and adventurous travellers alike include an in-house cinema, a

Delaware Supreme Court upholds de facto parent statute and upholds joint custody award

Two years ago, in an opinion I criticized extensively, the Delaware Supreme Court ruled that a woman whose partner was a child's only legal parent (through adoption) lacked standing to obtain custody or visitation when the couple split up. In response to that decision, the Delaware legislature amended its definition of "parent" to include de facto parents, a move I praised as extensively as I had

Exploring Cape Town Vineyards – Tips & Advices

Any conversation about vineyards often hovers around the vineyards of Europe especially those of France but few people know about the picturesque vineyards South Africa has in its fold. Its unique topography allows farmers to grow a variety of grapes resulting in wines having their own unique flavour and taste.Each year thousands of tourists book cheap flights to Capetown to visit South Africa’s

YOU JUST HAVE TO WAIT.

Alex Winston is our number one homegirl in NYC and a beloved member of the Neon Gold extended fam, and her contribution to The Knocks' (amazing) Same Old Songs EP is kiiiind of perfect. With The Knocks at the helm on production, Winnie kills it on the vocal for their cover of The Supremes' "Can't Hurry Love", a song it almost sounds like she was born to sing. It's our favorite cut off of Same Old

Silver good alternative to investing in Gold

Silver could be a good alternative to investing in gold, given the obviously different specificities of the two metals.At the same footprint, the silver can store much less "value" of gold, and for a lower specific gravity (10.5 vs kg/dm3 19-odd) and for a much lower price (we are at about $ 35 / oz vs 1400 and change for the gold). Depending on the capital to invest, it can be an advantage or a

Malaysia Airlines launches March seat sale

Malaysia Airlines has launched its latest seat sale, with offers including reduced-price flights to Malaysia, Thailand and Australia.British travellers looking for flights to Malaysia, Thailand or Australia may be interested to learn that five-star operator Malaysia Airlines has launched its March sale.British travellers looking for flights to Malaysia, Thailand or Australia may be interested to

Monsoon Travel in India

This famous quote rightly sums up the experience of holidaying during the monsoon season in India. The sheer sight of cascading streams, tumbling waterfalls and ferocious torrents carving their way through jagged cliffs and rocky gorges is simply breathtaking. The cool monsoon air redolent with the smell of wet earth, murmur of squeaking frogs and chirping of insects is something that just needs

Oh Well, That's All Right Then!

From Salon:The industry -- along with President Obama -- has in recent years trumpeted the fact that nuclear power does not produce carbon emissions that cause climate change. But safety is clearly still a touchy subject for nuclear operators. ...[Mitchell] Singer, the NEI spokesman, argued that Japan's infrastructure had actually performed well so far. "The Japanese plants have

Oh Well, That's All Right Then!

From Salon:The industry -- along with President Obama -- has in recent years trumpeted the fact that nuclear power does not produce carbon emissions that cause climate change. But safety is clearly still a touchy subject for nuclear operators. ...[Mitchell] Singer, the NEI spokesman, argued that Japan's infrastructure had actually performed well so far. "The Japanese plants have

Nickels and Copper a good alternative to Gold and Silver ?

Nickels and Copper could be a cheap alternative way to Gold and Silver , a poor man's way to fight hyperinflation....A good reason for hoarding nickels.Ren from the American Patriot Society talks about hoarding Nickels.nice thing about nickels is that if Copper prices were to drop, you are still protected because a nickel will always be worth a nickel. Copper pipe may go down in value to nothing

Gatherer Addon- An Oldie But A Goodie

A bit back, when we got lucky [thanks Blizz] with the Whiptail spawns going crazy, I made a post (4.0.6- Herbalism After Hotfix) on my little route that I was making a killing off of. There was a comment that asked about what addon I used to get the "timer" on the spawns. Thanks to our little "Gatherer" addon, I was able to get some extremly accurate information on the spawnrates. Upon a "

Gold price will reach $5,000 predicts Rob McEwen

Gold price will reach $5,000 predicts Rob McEwen In this video, Rob McEwen, Chairman & CEO of US Gold and founder of Goldcorp, predicts a gold price of $5,000 by the time it peaks. He acknowledges the role of gold as money. People invest in gold to protect their other investments.

Buy JUNK silver and avoid the ubiquitous BULLION Alex Stanczyk

Jim Puplava talks to David Morgan about the world wide abundance of silver and how to help save JP Morgan by pushing for JUNK silver instead of bullion and mentions emails from Alex Stanczyk of anglofareast.comrecorded on March 11th 2011

Rob McEwen Sticks With $2,000-$5,000 Gold Prediction - PDAC 2011

Kitco continues the coverage of the PDAC 2011 in Toronto finds Rob McEwen, Chairman & CEO of US Gold and founder of Goldcorp true to his famous price prediction of $2,000 for the yellow metal. Pulling out his now-famous $10-trillion dollar Zimbabwe currency note, McEwen claims that eventually we will see $5,000 gold prices. From the McEwen Capital Reception at the PDAC, Daniela Cambone

Has There Been A "Rift" In Your Sales Too?

Zath is in the House. I just read his post about Cricket's, Where did everyone go? and hopped back to a post I was writing earlier in the week to add a few things and publish for your reading pleasure (and as an "extended" comment to our buddy Zath).I really, really, did not want to ever mention Rift in my posts, but I need to make an exception...I am noticing something. Normally on the average

KEEP FROM THE BEGGARS OF BONES.

Boy & Bear formed barely two years ago but have wasted no time making waves in their native Australia and abroad, releasing their debut With The Emperor Antarctica EP with our friends at Chess Club last year. From the same school of larger-than-life folk as Chess Club alumni Mumford & Sons and Local Natives, B&B impress with a massively developed sound drawing from the pastoral harmonies of

I Didn't Say It, I Didn't Mean It, and Anyway It's the Truth!

I'm listening right now to Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!, NPR's light-hearted quiz show about current events, and it brings home to me all over again how worthless NPR is.There's already evidence that James O'Keefe's latest "sting" involved dishonest and distorting editing of the source material. Given his record, no one should be surprised. The depressing thing to me, despite my distaste for NPR,

I Didn't Say It, I Didn't Mean It, and Anyway It's the Truth!

I'm listening right now to Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me!, NPR's light-hearted quiz show about current events, and it brings home to me all over again how worthless NPR is.There's already evidence that James O'Keefe's latest "sting" involved dishonest and distorting editing of the source material. Given his record, no one should be surprised. The depressing thing to me, despite my distaste for NPR,

We'll Meet Again, Don't Know Where, Don't Know When

Roy Edroso at alicublog has a post about right-wing reactions to the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, with a focus on Japanese nuclear power plants.These lunatics are saying that the Japanese reactors got through the tsunami "without a dent," which proves that we should get nuclear plants up and running now. Among the choice quotes: "Regulations don't make ya safe, safety makes ya safe!" Also

We'll Meet Again, Don't Know Where, Don't Know When

Roy Edroso at alicublog has a post about right-wing reactions to the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, with a focus on Japanese nuclear power plants.These lunatics are saying that the Japanese reactors got through the tsunami "without a dent," which proves that we should get nuclear plants up and running now. Among the choice quotes: "Regulations don't make ya safe, safety makes ya safe!" Also

Air India introduces online check-in option

Air India has launched a new service that will allow passengers taking flights to India to check-in online.The carrier will open check-in 48 hours before departure for domestic and international flights originating from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, reported Express Buzz.Passengers will be able to print out their own boarding pass and once at the airport will be able

Film chronicles the birth of a group just for children with gay parents

COLAGE, the organization for "people with a lesbian gay bisexual transgender or queer parent," now has a staff of eight. But the film Family Time, which you can watch on the COLAGE website, chronicles the history of the group and shows that its founders did not even know eight people with an LGBTQ parent when they were growing up.The film shows how the fight for marriage equality made children

Cheap flights available in south-east Asia

The number of cheap flights available in south-east Asia makes it easy for Brits to explore the region, claims Lonely Planet.Heather Carswell, a spokeswoman for the travel guides, explained that many tourists initially take flights to Thailand but in recent years people are starting to then visit other places across Asia because flights are affordable.She explained: "An increasing number of

TSM and Alto...Friends at Last- Thanks Nev and Zoxy!

Hey folks. You have heard much disregard from me on TSM. Not that I am bashing the addon, but that I wasn't too keen to the idea behind it.I guess the best way to describe it is that there were too many things going on for poor Alto to handle. In order to just set things up, you have literally 20 screens to get things rocking. Nev from Auction House Addicts did a post earlier in the week on how [

TOO MUCH NOISE IN MY HEAD.

This went up with our official SXSW showcase announcement earlier this week, but it's so brilliant it really deserves it's own feature. Elof is one of the hottest up-and-coming producers in Sweden at the moment, having already worked wonders with Erik Hassle, Niki & The Dove and Icona Pop (have you heard his production on "Top Rated"? It's INSANE.) and his remix work doesn't disappoint either.

Brits remain attracted to Dubai

The number of Brits taking flights to Dubai remains strong as the UAE reports increased visitors during 2010.Figures published by Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTM) show that a total of 8.3 million people visited the emirate last year, with 719,889 coming from the UK.Despite a global slowdown within the tourist industry, Dubai still maintained hotel occupancy rates of 70 per cent. There

Another treat for lowbies! Silithus farming, up to 6000g in 60 minutes

Many people have forgotten this place. It's where the air and earth elementals are found. But for example, Essence of Air still sells for even 200g on some realms. Most of the time the AH is empty and you can decide the prices yourself! Average price is however about 15g. So let's say you find 45 of them in a hour and they sell for 20g each, thats 900 just from the Air Essences!Location: http

THE COLD COMING THROUGH THE WALLS.

Our favorite plucky New Zealanders have done it again. This time The Naked & Famous take on Mr. Little Jeans' "Rescue Song" for a remix that is so beautifully understated it's almost too much for us to handle - the Neon Gold alumni network is working in the most magical of ways right now and let's just say we don't hate it. With a soft swinging beat, this remix has big moments

DANCE ALL MY FEARS AWAY.

Australian heavy hitters The Holidays are brought to you by the same team who discovered The Temper Trap, and now it's time to be forever indebted to them once more. In these gloomy winter times their unrelenting tropical vibes will have you kicking back on that imaginary beach in your mind in no time. Don't be alarmed if, when listening to their single "Moonlight Hours," you're fully

Hua Hin popular Thai destination for Brits

The beach resort of Hua Hin in Thailand is proving to be a popular attraction for Brits, claims the Tourism Authority of Thailand.Hua Hin is around two hours' drive from Bangkok International Airport so ideally placed for those taking long-haul flights to Thailand and its recent development has transformed it into a major hotspot.Chris Lee, trade marketing manager, UK and Ireland, Tourism

Bored? Alto's "How-To"-Farming BRD for Fiery Enchant

You have heard me hit on this before, as it was one of my favorite "stealth" spots since back in Vanilla WoW. On my server, I noticed the enchant was selling for just shy of 800g recently, so I decided to do a few runs there. Blizz still has instances on a 1 hour reset (being able to reset 5 times per hour), and in all reality, with no distractions, you can knock out all 5 of them in less than 15

The Gullibility of Hope

After this, we get this at Salon.com:President Obama is the only person in the country with the clout to reframe the debate on public sector unions in a more sensible manner, and he seems to have wrapped himself in a radio silence. One can only assume it’s a deliberate, tactical, decision, an attempt to win back anti-union, conservative independent voters. After all, when the president wants

The Gullibility of Hope

After this, we get this at Salon.com:President Obama is the only person in the country with the clout to reframe the debate on public sector unions in a more sensible manner, and he seems to have wrapped himself in a radio silence. One can only assume it’s a deliberate, tactical, decision, an attempt to win back anti-union, conservative independent voters. After all, when the president wants

Add Gold to Investment Portfolio says Charles Ortel

March 9 (Bloomberg) Add Gold to Investment Portfolio says Charles OrtelCharles Ortel, managing director at Newport Value Partners, talks about the performance of U.S. stocks, and the outlook for equities and inflation, and investment strategy. Ortel speaks with Pimm Fox on Bloomberg Television's "Taking Stock." (Source: Bloomberg)

Queensland to feature new marketing campaign

Queensland will play an important part in a new campaign aimed at encouraging more people to take flights to Australia.Tourism Australia is launching the 'Making Tracks' promotion that will feature four musicians involved in the forthcoming YouTube Symphony Orchestra event in Sydney.Stu Cullen, a keyboard player from Melbourne and American bassoon player Samuel Blair are set to spend a few days

Stealth Marketing- Does it work in WoW? Of Course it Does!

What? A gold making post on a gold blog? Really? With all the giveaways and such that has been going on, I haven't rocked a gold making post in a few days, so here you go folks:To lead or to follow? Most people will say the only way to make gold is to lead. I will partially agree with that statement. Your main "niche" market, you definitely want to lead. No doubt about it. But the "smaller"

Quantitative Easing Is Just One Part of the Perfect Hyperinflation Storm

Quantitative Easing Is Just One Part of the Perfect Hyperinflation Storm

IAMGOLD Signs Memorandum of Understanding With China Gold

IAMGOLD (IAG) announced today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with China National Gold Group to pursue and develop mineral deposits in the regions of IAG's focus, specifically Africa, South America and North America.China Gold International Resource, the overseas investing arm of China Gold, will handle all of its future international gold and non-ferrous business

Silver bullion based upon $500 in purchasing power

Silver bullion based upon $500 in purchasing powerSilver bullion is still the best and will be the best throughout this bull market.

NEON GOLD SXSW 2011.

Going to Austin next week? Then you're gonna want to make sure you keep your schedule clear on Wednesday, cause it's all going down at Bat Bar for our official Neon Gold showcase. Little Red. Walk The Moon. Alex Winston. Clock Opera. Penguin Prison. The one and only Ellie Goulding. We've got them all under one amazing roof on the first night of SX, the perfect way to kickstart your SXSW 2011

Born to Cook the Books

My first right-wing acquaintance (or RWA1, as I've dubbed him in these parts) has been on a roll lately, linking on Facebook to so much deranged blather from right-wing media that I can't keep up with it, even if I wanted to. Last week he posted a link to "Why Koch Industries Is Speaking Out," Charles Koch's op-ed at the Wall Street Journal, and commented, "The 'sinister conspirator' lays out a

Born to Cook the Books

My first right-wing acquaintance (or RWA1, as I've dubbed him in these parts) has been on a roll lately, linking on Facebook to so much deranged blather from right-wing media that I can't keep up with it, even if I wanted to. Last week he posted a link to "Why Koch Industries Is Speaking Out," Charles Koch's op-ed at the Wall Street Journal, and commented, "The 'sinister conspirator' lays out a

HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE LOVED BY NO ONE.

Wolf Gang are some of our nearest and dearest Neon Gold alumni and the lovely Kyla La Grange is one of our favorite tips for 2011, so we were thrilled to find them joining forces on this acoustic version of Wolf Gang's latest single, "Dancing With The Devil". The vocal interplay between Wolf Gang frontman Max McElligott and La Grange is perfect, and the track is yet another step in the right

Massively Obsessed Giveaway Results!

Thanks to all that entered! To use a random number generator, I used nothing other than http://www.random.org/ to make it as fair as possible from a well known "lottery" style drawing:And the winners are......Cold- Landro's Lil' XTPrncessPwn- Paint BombHazelWoW- SlashDanceNow you gotta email me (altosgoldishadvice@gmail.com) , Skype me (AltosGoldishAdvice), or message me on Twitter at (@AltosGold

Excuses for Booking Flights to Bali

Bali, a sizzling holiday destination in Indonesia, plays host to hundreds of visitors year after year. With a large number of cheap hotels, Bali also fulfils the needs of travellers on a small budget. Connectivity is pretty good to the destination as most of the major airline company’s operate flights to Bali.UbudUbud is a hot favourite attraction with most travellers catching flights to Bali.

Hunting for the cheap flights

I am currently planning on my first trip outside S.E Asia... its a big deal for me... since i am not that familiar with all complicated things that follow with the travel requirements e.g visa, hotel bookings and transportation also WEATHER... why weather in caps...? its just because i never been in to 4 seasons countries and Hongkong-Macau teach me a lot to prepare better than before!But i wont

How High Gold Can Go?

Mar. 7 2011 | Discussing whether gold has room to go higher, and whether it's really a good hedge against inflation, with Tom Pawlick, MF Global metals analyst, and Mark Matson, Matson Money CEO

Arrghhhh ....

I just wrote a long post, and most of it disappeared from the editor's buffer. It's too late to start reconstructing it now, but I'll try again tomorrow. After all, tomorrow is another day!

Arrghhhh ....

I just wrote a long post, and most of it disappeared from the editor's buffer. It's too late to start reconstructing it now, but I'll try again tomorrow. After all, tomorrow is another day!

Excerpt from a Random Conversation This Evening....

 *Once again, please don't read if you are easily offended....So earlier this evening, I was on Skype chatting with another blogger, Xander of Xander's Goldmine, and we were talking about server's economies and how they differ. I mentioned that one of the things that are the same no matter what server you are on is the demand. If you play WoW, the demand across the servers is very comparable (not

Low Level Gold Making- Reader Question

I want to remind you all to make sure and get your comment in for my giveaway tommorow! Freebie Loot Cards! Can't beat it! Make sure you enter! After all, it doesn't cost you a dime, and you have great odds winning one!I received a reader email a few days back:i just started playing warcraft last month. i know, i am a little late getting started. but here is my question. i was told that

British Airways Crew Unlikely to Strike during Royal Wedding

Unite, the trade union representing the British Airways cabin crew is likely to rule out industrial action during the royal wedding if the new strike ballot mandate is in the favour of an action against the airline.Earlier, the general secretary of UK’s largest union, Len McCluskey declined to discount the wedding from the potential strike dates. However it is now understood that Unite does not

WASH OUT THE RAIN.

We know next to nothing about Black Light Dinner Party, other than that they hail from Boston and are coming correct with more of the fresh electronic pop sounds we've come to expect from the Northeast in recent years thanks to bands like Passion Pit and Dom. You can hear shades of both in their sound, with emotive vocals reminiscent of Miike Snow and a top notch production sound - West Coast

Fel Iron farming, lots of gold for level 60s!

For some time now Fel Iron ore and specifically Bars have been selling for quite a bit. A stack of Fel Iron Bars sell for about 200g-300g and ores half of that, usually less. If any new 60 character wants to make a fortune mining, this is a good choice!The best place to farm Fel Iron ore is Hellfire Peninsula. But if Adamantite ore sells better on your realm, you might want to farm it in a zone

MD Delegate Tiffany Alston had a good idea for a bad reason

When I first heard that Maryland Delegate Tiffany Alston wanted to replace marriage with civil unions for all I was hopeful she had a principled reason and that it was an idea that might catch on. I'm still waiting for a state to change the name of the status it grants couples, leaving "marriage" as a religious term or a generic term couples use for themselves. But it soon became clear Del.

Silver Exploding - Ron Paul , Mike Maloney and Robert Kiyosaki

Silver Exploding - Ron Paul , Mike Maloney and Robert Kiyosaki

Darkmoon Faire Nerfed? Whadda Deal?

Last night, I received a Skype:"Not sure about the turnins for the Greater Darkmoon Prize, but I turned in four of them, and I am just getting greens, nothing good, only a couple gold each. Should I keep going?" me: "Well, it's always a gamble, but you might want to turn the rest in, the numbers should go in your favor...or just sell off the Dense Grinding Stones in the AH, lemme check on it and

Massively Obsessed Forums- Freebie Loot Card Giveaway

For those that haven't heard of Massively Obsessed, you have been missing out. Saate has been around the block quite a bit, and there is some great information that he covers over there, so don't hesitate to go check it out!So I know how you guys/gals are, you want me to get to the point. And my point is freebies, right? What I am asking you to do is to go to the site forums, and register. Easy

Airlines to Hike Fares in the Backdrop of Rising Fuel Costs

United Airlines and Continental Airlines have raised their airfares. This move was followed by American and Delta Air Lines. Approximately, $20 to $60 has been added to the cost of round trip tickets. The move is geared towards business travel segment air travellers making last-minute bookings. These steps are an attempt by airlines to balance out their losses due to the continuous spurt in fuel

I JUST HOPED YOU THOUGHT IT ANYWAY.

Guillemots' new album Walk The River (coming April 18th) is one of the absolute best records to grace our ears in 2011, and the band have been kind enough to share the title track ahead of its release for free on their website. It's the album's lead track and sets the tone for the record perfectly - all dark, brooding Chris Isaak vibes from frontman Fyfe Dangerfield and some of the band's best

$1,859 Gold $66 Silver and Gold Silver Ratio of 28 is Dead Ahead!

Just using the very conservative all time yearly average highs in 1979-1980 for Gold ($613) and Silver ($21.79) and using the understated inflation rate reported via the US Government, with a CPI Calculator it is very easy to determine that both Gold and SIlver are seriously undervalued and should be at the very least...and conservatively $1,859 for Gold and $66.00 for Silver. So in my opinion

Greenspan on Gold Rise

Mar. 4 2011 | Gold prices reveal that there are "uncomfortable" elements in the market, says Alan Greenspan, former Federal Reserve chairman.

Another Great Has Fallen.....

Since I started blogging in late 2010, I have seen quite a few blogs come and go. I have to say that none affected me like this one: Trading with Zoxy.Zoxy has just announced that he is leaving the WoW Blogging community. It will be a sad departure, as over time, Sam has become a friend and mentor to me. I have learned alot of coding and website design from him (this page you are looking at now

Who's On First?

You know, I have trouble nowadays keeping up with the revolving-door series of supreme US commanders in Afghanistan, but apparently it is presently General David Petraeus who's directing the killing of women and children and goats over there to keep America safe.Jonathan Schwarz at A Tiny Revolution passed along this charming story today, though. In a closed-door session, Petraeus suggested to

Who's On First?

You know, I have trouble nowadays keeping up with the revolving-door series of supreme US commanders in Afghanistan, but apparently it is presently General David Petraeus who's directing the killing of women and children and goats over there to keep America safe.Jonathan Schwarz at A Tiny Revolution passed along this charming story today, though. In a closed-door session, Petraeus suggested to

Put the Constitution on the Ground. Walk Away Slowly from the Constitution

Justin Elliott reports that Sarah Palin has tried to back down from her previous criticism of the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the First Amendment. Of course, she did so while basically repeating her criticism; it's a common tactic.“Obviously my comment meant that when we’re told we can’t say ‘God bless you’ in graduation speeches or pray before a local football game but these wackos can

Put the Constitution on the Ground. Walk Away Slowly from the Constitution

Justin Elliott reports that Sarah Palin has tried to back down from her previous criticism of the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the First Amendment. Of course, she did so while basically repeating her criticism; it's a common tactic.“Obviously my comment meant that when we’re told we can’t say ‘God bless you’ in graduation speeches or pray before a local football game but these wackos can

Gold and Silver price ranges and the support levels that must hold

Trading Ranges for Gold and SilverNEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Jon Nadler, senior analyst at Kitco.com, reveals gold and silver's price ranges and the support levels that must hold.Gold -- is taking a hit on Thursday it goes gold in -- in the spot right. Down just over thirteen dollars -- Jon Nadler senior analyst at kitco dot com. And done I know we're seeing -- eloped today but. How -- to that that

South African Airways announces partnership with JetBlue Airways

South African Airways (SAS) has developed an extended partnership with JetBlue Airways to increase options for those taking flights to South Africa and the US.The new deal means that SAS will now code share on services on JetBlue flights to 20 cities across the US including New York and Washington."Customer response to the interline service between South African Airways and JetBlue has been

Silver Wheaton Revenue Up 65% Year-Over-Year (SLW)

Silver Wheaton Corp (NYSE:SLW) reported Q4 EPS of $0.35 yesterday, beating consensus estimates of $0.31 per share. Revenues for the quarter were up 65% year-over-year, to $149.6 million, below consensus estimates of $154.9 million.The Company estimates, based upon its current agreements, to have 2011 attributable production of 27 to 28 million silver equivalent ounces, including 15,000 ounces of

What? No TuJ? Help for the EU folks out there!

I want to thank you all for your emails, and for those I haven't replied to, I will be posting your questions within the next few weeks. For those that were too scared to email, don't hesitate, you still can. Don't let that frustration build up, let it out. Holler. Altosgoldishadvice@gmail.com Alright, the title kinda covers the situation here. No, not that situation (I know for all you Jersey

Silver expert Jason Hommel : Who Would Pay $500/oz for Silver?

Silver expert Jason Hommel tells http://www.FinancialSurvivalRadio.com about a common objection he hears from potential silver investors: If silver does rise to $500 per ounce in value, as Hommel predicts, who would be willing to buy at that high price?

Turn 43 gold into 5000 gold

Cold's Gold Blogging Carnival This post is written as part of Cold's Gold Blogging Carnival for March 2011This method is the one that sparked my interest in some hardcore gold making. My goal has since been to reach the gold cap itself, and infact I did reach it before they raised the gold cap not long ago (It's a whopping million now, almost)!It started when I needed to buy the Formula for Runed

Single Travel Asia – Gaining Popularity

Solo travel is about fun, emancipation and self-indulgence. Thousands of solo travellers embark upon journeys every year. For them it is about getting close with their new surroundings unfiltered by the preferences, tastes and prejudices of a travelling companion. Solo holidays to Asia are gradually gaining popularity and prominence as several tour operators are vigorously promoting solo travel

Reader's Issues- Have No Fear, Alto is Here!

This post is dedicated to you as my readers. I receive quite a few emails, and respond as quickly as I can, with as much info as I can provide given the circumstances. However, there are readers out there that keep running into issues that can't find an answer (and are worried to ask anyone). I know, I have been there too.Have I done a past "post" on something that you were questioning on how I

Lindsey Williams : Gold, Silver going through the roof

Lindsey Williams.....Gold, Silver and the U.S. Mint.....The Alex Jones show.....1-16-2011Lindsey Williams talks about future gold and silver events.

Charlie Sheen plays a Warlock?

Just got this in my email, thought you all would get a kick outta it...

The Trouble Isn't That People Are Ignorant

The Supreme Court has ruled, 8-1, that the Westboro Baptist Church has the right under the First Amendment to protest outside soldiers' funerals. According to Justin Elliott at Salon, Sarah Palin is among those who are outraged by the decision. She tweeted:Common sense & decency absent as wacko "church" allowed hate msgs spewed@ soldiers' funerals but we can't invoke God's name in public

The Trouble Isn't That People Are Ignorant

The Supreme Court has ruled, 8-1, that the Westboro Baptist Church has the right under the First Amendment to protest outside soldiers' funerals. According to Justin Elliott at Salon, Sarah Palin is among those who are outraged by the decision. She tweeted:Common sense & decency absent as wacko "church" allowed hate msgs spewed@ soldiers' funerals but we can't invoke God's name in public

Gold mining companies reveal how inflation is infecting their businesses

Hollywood, F.L. (TheStreet) -- CEOs from major gold mining companies reveal how inflation is infecting their businesses.

Incredible Mountain Ranges Make Cheap Flights to Morocco Popular

Most people around the world perhaps envisage large desert plains or old medinas when they think of Morocco. While it is true that these physical features constitute a big part of the country’s geography, it is equally appropriate to say that there is much more to the landscape of this enthralling country! The country’s landscape is dominated and completed by numerous majestic mountain ranges

Did you Forget Something? Dust off those Unused Professions!

JMTC has their carnival tomorrow, and here is my "entry" post.  If you haven't already, I want you go over and check it out, as there are quite a few bloggers now with a ton of information. Now for my post, here is how you should start taking on specializing and diversifying the AH on your server. Ready? Set? Go! Pic from Jack Nadels:Use What You HaveTo Get What You Want How good are you on the

Completely off Subject- To Troll or not to Troll?

Trolling is not only an art but it takes either a true comedic genius or a just a truly stupid comment to get things going. You have seen it in /trade, but here's a little video of what I have seen (this was a while back, so please don't mind the retro feel).In my experience, my own trolling is nearly non-existent anymore, other than when I need a bit of a pick me up. I normally ponder to myself,

Who are the parents of Viva Katherine Wainwright Cohen?

Viva Katherine Wainwright Cohen (d.o.b. 2/2/11) is the heir to folk music royalty. As the granddaughter of Loudon Wainwright III, Kate McGarrigle, and Leonard Cohen, she starts off life with songs -- and poetry -- in her blood. (By the way, I'm old enough to think of Rufus as the son of Loudon, rather than Loudon as the father of Rufus. As a folk music DJ in the early 1970's, I came of age

Phuket airport may welcome new food service

A catering firm is planning to open a second facility at Phuket Airport in order to meet growing demand from the increased number of flights to Thailand.Bangkok Air Catering (BAC) is currently having discussions with Airports of Thailand (AoT), the operator of Thailand's six main airports, about the possibility of expansion that could lead to the company supplying around 8,000 in-flight meals per

How to Trade This Gold Rally

How to Trade Climbing GoldNEW YORK (TheStreet) - Scott Redler, chief strategic officer at T3Live.com, details how to trade gold as prices edge closer to its all-time high.

Butcher Than Thou

John Caruso:But the irrationality of Obama apologists doesn't end there. Consider just the last point above—that Obama launched more drone strikes in his first year in office than Bush did in eight years. To believe that this massive increase in the rate of drone attacks was not a direct result of Obama's policy, you have to believe either that 1) the military and intelligence services had

Butcher Than Thou

John Caruso:But the irrationality of Obama apologists doesn't end there. Consider just the last point above—that Obama launched more drone strikes in his first year in office than Bush did in eight years. To believe that this massive increase in the rate of drone attacks was not a direct result of Obama's policy, you have to believe either that 1) the military and intelligence services had