I Weep for the Future

It's good to know that our youth, and not only our youth, are concerned about things that really matter. One of my Facebook friends today latched onto this breaking news:Oxford Comma Dropped: University of Oxford Styleguide Says No To Serial Comma She commented: "Now my way of listing when I write is grammatically incorrect." She called the change "grammar fascism."Well, no. A style

I Weep for the Future

It's good to know that our youth, and not only our youth, are concerned about things that really matter. One of my Facebook friends today latched onto this breaking news:Oxford Comma Dropped: University of Oxford Styleguide Says No To Serial Comma She commented: "Now my way of listing when I write is grammatically incorrect." She called the change "grammar fascism."Well, no. A style

Marvel at the architecture of Humayun's Tomb in Delhi

Marvel at the architectural craftsmanship of Humayun's Tomb.Holidaymakers on flights to Delhi wanting to marvel at architectural craftsmanship that is seeped with history should make their way to Humayun's Tomb.The colossal red sandstone tomb is dedicated to Humayun, who was the second of India's powerful Mughal emperors.It is seen as a precursor to the Taj Mahal and the architectural

It's all about 4.2- Inscription, Jewelcrafting, And.....

Hey folks!4.2 is here, a "day late and a dollar short"; I was able to get on finally, and after a bit of a download, I did my usual post patch schtuffs. Updated Curse Client Addons (must have), Post/Repost, check the trainers, etc, etc. I thought I would share some of what is going on, and what you need to check on if you haven't already.Inscription Trainer:We have a few new items to craft (you

A gateway between two worlds

Gateway of India: An architectural wonderBrits on flights to Mumbai must visit the mighty monument that is the Gateway of India, one of the city's most visited tourist spots.Situated on the waterfront on the southern part of the city of Mumbai, the gateway has an arch that stretches 26 metres high.Made largely from yellow basalt and reinforced concrete, the architectural style of the gate is said

PACK UP THE STARS.

As if one masterful Wolf Gang remix wasn't enough, Baby Monster further demonstrate just how much creative heat they're packing by adeptly pitching strike two in the cage. The Wolf Gang original already killed it, but Baby Monster legitimately raise the dead with reverbing incantations and electronic boomerangs swooping in and out of the afterlife on this one. It's a spellbinding reimagining that

Old Phuket Town reveals Chinese and European influence

Travellers on flights to Phuket are advised to make their way to the Old Phuket Town.Travellers on flights to Phuket are advised to make their way to the Old Phuket Town.A historic place, there are shrines, temples both - Chinese and Buddhist - excellently preserved "shophouses", exotic cafes and a number of museums to keep you captivated however long people choose to stay.The town was built on

More than a haka: The Living Maori Village

The Ko Tane Living Maori Village is a brilliant introduction to the indigenous Maori people of New Zealand.Travellers on flights to Christchurch curious about the indigenous Maori people of New Zealand will have no better introduction to their amazing history and way of life than the Ko Tane Living Maori Village.The village is a replica of how Maoris used to live and an immersive experience that

Making gold selling rings and amulets

Aution House often has a void between level 29-65 rings and amulets. If you have Jewelcrafing, you can make a ton of gold by supplying lowbies with the said rings, preferably blue quality ones with important stats. The material costs are usually unbelievably low, meaning you can buy the raw materials from the Auction House and there is no need to prospect. Sometimes it's the other way around, and

When did we learn to love being gay?

When did we learn to love being gay?

Goldman Sucks

The "risk on" trade seems to have returned. It may last 2 weeks or it may last 8, potentially even a few more. It may even be good for a new high in "advanced" Western markets like the United States. Everyone knows Greece is going to blow up, along with lots of other countries. That doesn't mean the market is going to crash tomorrow, since this information is already well known and was likely

Guest posting spot available!

There is currently one free spot for a guest poster so there would be more posts than the usual one every few days. There is no quota you have to exceed. You can post every day or once in a month.If you are interested, continue reading!Requirements: You've played WoW for a while and are addicted to Gold.Have gold making tricks up your sleeve that haven't been posted on this blog yet.Know how to

Cool down in Christchurch's International Antarctic Centre

Make a beeline for the city's cool International Antarctic Centre.Holidaymakers on cheap flights to Christchurch who are looking for a short break from the beating heat should make a beeline for the city's cool International Antarctic Centre.Established in 1992, it is one of the leading attractions of the city and has been twice judged as New Zealand's best attraction.Based across from

Those Stubborn Facts

By Scott SilvaEditor,  The Gold Speculator6-28-11Gold is stubbornly holding on to $1500/oz, despite the easing of fears of European debt contagion, lower inflation in China, the surprise release of SPR oil, reports of the imminent deal on US debt crisis and the statements that the US economy is on the mend.History has shown that in uncertain economic times, gold prices rise. Conversely, gold

The tranquillity of the Robberg Marine

Find peace and tranquility in Plettenberg Bay's Robberg Marine Protected Area.Brits on flights to South Africa looking for somewhere peaceful and tranquil to visit will find everything they are looking for in Plettenberg Bay's Robberg Marine Protected Area.Robberg is a peninsula that pokes out of South Africa's Plettenberg Bay, a popular holiday destination for travellers from all over the

Hotels in Singapore: Cater to All Kinds of Tourists

Accommodation options available at Singapore cater to all sorts of holiday makers. The city’s diversity engulfs the hospitality industry too, making Singapore a favourite holiday destination among all – be it families, backpackers, business travellers or honeymooners!Top Singapore HotelsThe glitter of the luxury hotels in Singapore is surely tempting and beckons travellers from different parts of

Reader Question- Is Crafted PvP Gear Dead in 4.2?

Hey Folks!I thought I would "calm the storm" of a valuable market in Cata. One of my readers, Riffraph, noted that he has made a ton of bank from crafting PvP gear, and is worried about losing his "niche" market on his server with 4.2 and the better ilvl gear hitting the shelves.....tis true, that will change, but in a good way.Without knowing what "set" he was working with, I know alot of folks

POPSHOP007: PENGUIN PRISON + K. FLAY

NYC you're killing it this summer. Rooftops are buzzing, the streets are alive and there's beautiful people everywhere you look. And things are only gonna get better next week when we throw down Neon Gold style with an all-American Popshop for the ages July 7th at Tammany Hall. But first let's talk about last month for a minute, because it might have been the biggest Popshop yet - Body Language

Ways to Grab Cheap Flights to New York

Looking for cheap flight tickets to New York? There are number of ways through which a traveller can get his hands at the coveted cheap airline tickets to New York. One just needs to be aware of the current industry trends and updates. Appropriate and relevant information makes it really easy for the travellers to book cheap flights to one of the world’s most exciting destination.New York City is

WHEN THE SKY WAS RED.

There's no denying it, Kyla La Grange is here to stay. Don't let her manic pixie dream charm fool you, her songs pack serious emotional heat; visceral knockouts with no pulled punches in sight. "Been Better" is her latest offering, coming off like a statement of intent from La Grange and an exciting preview of what we can expect on her forthcoming debut album, all British folk-rock peppered with

Longer-Term Gold Thoughts

I enjoy watching the daily gyrations of the markets. As someone who trades in the markets as a means to achieve speculative gains, the daily noise can seem important. But I always try to keep the longer-term perspective in mind, particularly in relation to Gold. Looking upon a monthly chart of Gold, it occurred to me that we may be about to trigger another long-term "buy" signal. The month isn't

20k Gold in 7 days from Heirloom Enchants

Everyday someone purchases heirlooms, and most of the time, they want them enchanted too. Most of the weapon enchants are rare and people don't either have the materials, time or even the knowledge of them. This allows enchanters to make lots of profit when selling these. Often you have very little competition and with certain enchants you will be the only one selling them.Don't forget to create

All the Men So Good for Nothing, and Hardly Any Women at All

I'm about halfway through Julie Des Jardins' The Madame Curie Complex: The Hidden History of Women in Science (The Feminist Press, 2010), a fascinating and disturbing book with implications I want to write about more. For now, though, here's something from the beginning of the book that might look like trivia at first.In 1921 the famous inventor Thomas Alva Edison was looking for a few good men

All the Men So Good for Nothing, and Hardly Any Women at All

I'm about halfway through Julie Des Jardins' The Madame Curie Complex: The Hidden History of Women in Science (The Feminist Press, 2010), a fascinating and disturbing book with implications I want to write about more. For now, though, here's something from the beginning of the book that might look like trivia at first.In 1921 the famous inventor Thomas Alva Edison was looking for a few good men

Darjeeling: A panoramic town

Fans of the movie the Darjeeling Limited will have to follow in the footsteps of the three brothers at the centre of the film by visiting Darjeeling.Fans of the movie the Darjeeling Limited who are on cheap flights to India will have to follow in the footsteps of the three brothers at the centre of the film by visiting Darjeeling.The town is a renowned tourist destination most famous for its

Grab Flights to Thailand & Explore its Various Wonders

Thailand is a holiday destination for all moods! Be it spiritual rejuvenation, a beach holiday, solo, a family holiday or even honeymoon – Thailand holidays have something for every one.Known as the ‘Land of Smiles’, Thailand features incredibly beautiful islands that truly reflect the true glory of Mother Nature! Charming scenic views, pristine beaches and swaying trees are just few of the many

Flights to Malaysia - Entry Requirements to Consider

Be it Kuala Lumpur, Penang, or Langkwi, each and every corner of Malaysia spells infinite bliss for travellers. However, before buying tickets to the destination, one needs to have a fair understanding of things like visa and passport requirements, currency laws, and policy on travel with children. Get more acquainted with the nitty gritties of such matters.VisaBritish nationals booking their

He's One of Them

I'm still swamped with other things I have do, so I thought I'd pass this along:Thanks to this very funny review by Band of Thebes --Give or take, it's about two pretty dancers in 140 A.D. (the stars of Step Up and Billy Elliot) both of whom are into leather (thus the title) and fight about who's going to be whose slave. In the first half, the buffer, more built 30 year-old muscle stud Marcus

He's One of Them

I'm still swamped with other things I have do, so I thought I'd pass this along:Thanks to this very funny review by Band of Thebes --Give or take, it's about two pretty dancers in 140 A.D. (the stars of Step Up and Billy Elliot) both of whom are into leather (thus the title) and fight about who's going to be whose slave. In the first half, the buffer, more built 30 year-old muscle stud Marcus

Porsche Stuttgart

Anyone driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac. ~Author UnknownAs we reach for Stuttgart, Mr T start talking about Marcedes museum.... so i thought we were heading to Marcedes Museum.... when i did realize why everyone near the street using Porsche.. like almost all oh my.. and they're all super nice!!As we getting closer i realize that we are not going

At Last, A Legit Promotion Email from Blizzard

Well, I just got verification that this is true, and it's not a hacker/scammer paradise email. I was a bit worried when I received this, as there has been quite a few "legit" looking emails floating around, but if yours looks like this, it's all good, baby, yeah! (what is with all the Austin Powers lately? I haven't seen that movie in like 5 years....I dunno....).But do yourself (or a buddy) a

What is causing the Gold price sharp decline ?

Silver and Gold prices have taken a nose dive on Thursday and then again today Friday . $1,500 Key Support Level for Gold says Jon Nadler, senior analyst at Kitco.com . This diving is more pro dollar than against Gold , The US Dollar seems to be the safe heaven for the moment

NY Times op-ed weighs in for a "beyond marriage" approach

Columbia Law prof Katherine Franke got a prime placement today in the New York Times for a tempered view of what comes with marriage equality for same-sex couples. The piece is well-timed as everyone watches the cliffhanger in the New York Senate. Among Katherine's excellent points -- that the availability of marriage has made domestic partner benefits disappear and that neither same-sex nor

EU Players- Killa Giveaway from WoWTrader!

Hey folks! Another great competition is in the works over at WoWTrader! Acy is giving away a chance to win some great prizes, so make sure you get your EU downloads and updates for a great chance at getting a nice Blizzard Mount! Did I mention if you aren't already using the AH tracker over there, you better?! The absolute best tool to have for your Auction House!Image from epictoonImage from

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah – Three Stars from UAE

Conjuring images of an old world romantic getaway combined with the dazzling glitz and glamour of the modern world, the UAE casts its spell even upon the most jaded traveller. Come on; take a quick peek into the wonders of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.DubaiDubai is the first name that comes to the mind of most travellers buying airline tickets to UAE. Whether its beach side fun and frolic at the

Museum Porsche Stuttgart-Mimpi Jadi Orang Kaya!

Mulai masuk ke kota Stuttgart, Mr T mulai cerita soal pengalaman die ngunjungin museum Marcedes... huh bikin sirik... dan akupun ngirain ohh kita bakalan ngunjungin museum yang sama! tapi gue sebenarnya heran.. kenapa makin banyak yang naik mobil Porsche ya?? banyak banget kek majority of that pasrt of the town pada pake Porsche.. hummm thats when i see the Porsche logo.. ohhhdan

Gold - Like A Rock

The recent strength in Gold has been incredible. Today's drop is nothing when looking even at a 6 month chart. Gold has held up phenomenally as non-monetary commodities drop down near their 50 week moving averages as anticipated. This is the cycle where Gold separates from the herd. Gold is the anchor of the international monetary system, not the U.S. Dollar. The clash of the titans is alive and

Central banks net buyers of Gold in 2011 and 2012 says Michael Haynes

Central banks net buyers of Gold in 2011 and 2012 says Michael Haynes "Central banks have stopped selling their gold and have started buying gold," Michael Haynes, CEO, American Precious Metals Exchange told CNBC Thursday.

Shaun Gladwell visual treat

Fans of film and art are in for a treat at a free exhibition showcasing the work of Australian video artist Shaun Gladwell.Fans of film and art are in for a treat at a free exhibition showcasing the work of Australian video artist Shaun Gladwell.Travellers who have arrived on flights to Melbourne have until August to explore Gladwell's Stereo Sequences, which is said to be groundbreaking

Survey Says! Reader needs your Help!

Hey folks! I know, I know. I haven't been posting as much lately. Crazy to say the least! I received an email last night that just deserved a posting. Now I know you might just skip over this, but hear me out a second. This gentleman took the time out of his day to write an email to me (you guys too- the readers!) to assist with a project that he is working on to complete high school. Please take

Australia Holidays: Explore Different Attractions & Hotels

Australia stuns all into silence with its enormity and beauty! It is truly a magnificent tourist destination that is replete with staggering attractions and charms. The natural beauty of this place is just superb with all the free flowing rivers, wonderful mountains, pristine beaches, vast deserts and verdant forests!Tourism in Australia is huge with millions booking flights to Australia each

How Professor Putricide Makes Gold

Good news, everyone! I think I perfected a way to make even more gold from alchemy!Some people like to level alts, and they often prefer doing it fast; aka powerleveling. That includes me! If I didn't know how to create potions and I'm leveling an alt, I would empty the auction house of suitable potions, flasks and elixirs because they make leveling easier, being filthy rich I often ignore the

Deflationary Collapse In Action

In the modern fiat world, a deflationary-style stock market collapse isn't supposed to happen. And yet that is exactly what Greece has already experienced and I don't think it's over yet. Here's a modified chart any real bear has seen before: the first half of the 1929-1932 Dow Jones Industrial Average stock market bear, which saw a total loss from top to bottom of 89% (chart stolen from

ITMFA

Ten days since my last post. I can't believe it; I can't remember when I last let so much time lapse between posts around here. I don't even really have an excuse. I haven't been sick, haven't been working extra. I've just been looking idly at all kinds of stuff on the Web, and felt a strange sick dread at the thought of starting a new post. I have been reading offline quite a bit, which has

ITMFA

Ten days since my last post. I can't believe it; I can't remember when I last let so much time lapse between posts around here. I don't even really have an excuse. I haven't been sick, haven't been working extra. I've just been looking idly at all kinds of stuff on the Web, and felt a strange sick dread at the thought of starting a new post. I have been reading offline quite a bit, which has

A Gay Collab- This week's topic: Love

A Gay Collab- This week's topic: Love

Golden Triangle Tour makes Flights to India Popular

The Golden Triangle Tour while in India is your ticket to the magnificent Indian past, its ancient charm and rich culture. The tour takes one on an expedition to three cities of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra which were once glorious princely states.DelhiDelhi – the behemoth of a city reflects a inimitable amalgam of new and old that remains unparalleled throughout the world! While New Delhi is more

Wisconsin trial court upholds domestic partner registry

Almost two years ago, Wisconsin instituted a domestic partner registry, which was immediately challenged as a violation of the state's super-DOMA. I wrote at the time that the state would have an easier time defending the registry if it had made the criteria more inclusive and less mirroring of marriage.Well, yesterday a state trial court upheld the constitutionality of the registry in a 53 page

Gold and Silver mini Rally

Both Gold and Silver are rising in prices today while the dollar is going down , Trader Rog gives his outlook for the precious metals this summer and next fall as well as the gold stocks , Rog says that we may see an explosive rally in gold and silver prices by the end of the coming fall

Fed Holds Economy Hostage

By Scott Silva Editor,  The Gold Speculator 6-21-11The Fed is holding the US economy hostage. And it’s time for a prisoner snatch.It was 32 years ago that President Reagan freed the hostages from Iran. He did within hours of his inauguration what Jimmy Carter had failed to do in 444 days--he freed 52 US embassy employees taken hostage and imprisoned by Iran’s Islamic theocracy.It is not that

Attractions and Hotels: Travellers to Australia Inundated With Choice

A country that appears massive even on the world map! Well, that’s Australia for you! Natural beauty that is second to none, modern day charisma that beats them all and warm hospitality that puts all the doubting Toms to rest, all this and much more is on offer for anyone who books with airlines that offer cheap airfares on flights to Australia.Millions do book flights to Australia, making it one

Champakulam Moolam Boat Race

Travellers can still catch the Champakulam Moolam Boat Race.Travellers who have caught cheap flights to India still have the opportunity to catch one of the oldest snake boat races.The Champakulam Moolam Boat Race in Kerala is as popular as ever and takes place on the banks of the Pampa at Champakulam, Alappuzha.Here you can view speedy boats tearing down the river while thousands of people on

EasyJet Reveals Plans for London Southend Airport

Britain’s low cost carrier EasyJet has revealed its plans to launch 70 flights a week from the London Southend Airport from April 2012. Southend Airport will be EasyJet’s 11th base in the UK.The airline that is popular among budget travellers for offering cheap flight tickets will begin operations with three A319 aircraft and more than 150 staff members.EasyJet will provide flights to 10 European

Loot Hunters: Soloing Heroic Shattered Halls

For easier access this time around, it's time to reveal a gold mine that is not a raid instance: Heroic Shattered Halls! SH is a 5-man instance in Hellfire Citadel, Hellfire Peninsula, Outland.Need to get attuned... For now? For a while still, TBC heroics still need a key in order to enter. These keys are reputation rewards from the quartermaster involved with the instance. For example, Hellfire

THESE ENDLESS MESSAGES.

Details about the UK's most enchanting new chanteuse Bluebell are few and far between, and aside from her friendship with fellow Neon Gold favorite FOE and former involvement in Hampshire four piece Lady & The Lost Boys, there's not much known about Miss Annabel Jones. This much we do know though: her debut single "Normal Heights" is anything but, so extraordinary is the orchestral pop

Easyjet to Operate Flights from London Southend‎

UK’s low-cost carrier easyJet will start operating from the London Southend Airport and will carry around 800,000 passengers in the first 12 months from its new base. The airline also announced its new 10-year contract with Stobart Group.Low-cost airline easyJet announced on Thursday that it will begin operations from the London Southend Airport from April 2012. easyJet, renowned among budget

Backpacker Girls Under Construction

As you could see, i recently had the idea of making big change on this blog layout.This idea start since few days ago, so i've been working hard with my very limited time to work on the website html and lack knowledge to do it... i still did try to made most of buttons in here linked with the post... I had very limited time while i still at work site, so this construction will take sometime....

Sentiment Data - Wow!

The problem I have with sentiment data is that there is so much of it now and the data is often conflicting. One survey shows too many bears and one shows too many bulls. It gets confusing. Thus, rather than write about how one data point is more meaningful than another, I simply present the following chart stolen from Market Harmonics for what it is: one of many pieces of sentiment data (albeit

MARINA + THE DIAMONDS OFFICIAL AFTERPARTY.

Everyone's favorite good girl gone rad Electra Heart comes to town Tuesday when Marina & The Diamonds headline Webster Hall, and since we're really great at raging we decided to put together an afterparty for the show at The Jane hotel. The Jane's basically always amazing and we're going to be going extra large as we bid Marina farewell before she hits the road with Katy Perry later this week, so

And the Winner Is.......

Hey folks, a quick post as today is daddy's day, and it's a busy one. So I will get to the point. Thanks to all that entered the Authenticator Giveaway!I am using RANDOM.ORG, which is the best site for true random numbers.....and the winner is........AJ!Well, you said "I want one!!!!", and well, you got one!*I do want to note that you have 24 hours to send me an email with your shipping address,

Manual: Strong Anti-Venom

 Recognize Valuable Loot!If you like to level alts or otherwise farm low level instances, you're bound to find one, if not more of certain items that are a lot more valuable than they would appear to be. Most of the time people pass on these, sell them for ridiculously low prices or just vendor them, so clicking on need is highly recommended.You should also check your AH if someone is doing the

Travellers need to be aware of conjunctivitis risk

Travellers need to be aware of conjunctivitis risk as the monsoon season increases cases.People travelling on flights to Mumbai need to be aware that the monsoon season in India can increase the risk of contracting conjunctivitis.With the start of the monsoon season upon the Indian subcontinent, the city of Mumbai has seen a small rise in the number of cases of conjunctivitis, reported the

I Could See Shorting Long-Term U.S. Government Bonds Here

After picking on U.S. government bond perma-bears a few week ago, I have to admit that shorting long-term U.S. government debt as a trade looks good here. Notice I did not say as an investment, but as a trade. Even though everyone said it wouldn't happen (and one day, it won't), the herd once again instinctively jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire of government debt when stock markets

Europe, Land for Special (disabled) Person

"  Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living."   ~ Miriam BeardOne thing that i did notice since i was landed in Munich May 24, 2011. How people in here so care about disabled person. People with special requirements, in wheel chair, or can't see... its amazing the level of caring that i can not stop feeling sad!!I see one

Are you Insane Alto? Instant Respawns for Rep Grinding...

Hey folks!I got an email a few days back stating that there is an instant respawn location near the Gurubashi Arena, so I decided to check it out (thanks Gillian!). They are level 30'ish mobs, they are tightly placed, and they basically have an instant spawn rate.A video? Okay. I am still learning about vid's, so bear with me. No sound, no special effects, and of course, I didn't add an ending.

Peshawar International Airport – A Brief Overview

Peshawar is quintessential frontier town that sits at the foot of early trading routes across the Khyber Pass! Intrigue, romance and danger rule this city of Pakistan and these are the very traits that entice adventurers from all over the world to land up at the Peshawar International Airport!Peshawar International Airport is indeed a popular place as it serves the city of Peshawar. It is one of

Strasbourg Day 2-Tales of confuse people! (with beautiful parks!)

This is the 2nd day in Strasbourg. I learn a lot about this town today. Still with Mr T we walk and use tram to the city center. Mr T actually teach me bad stuff... we actually go on tram without paying! arrgghh! how can i believe its free!! (i know i am way too naive!) but please do not try this lol i felt guilty!The sights of StrasbourgFirst fact that Mr T told me is, this city is between

Back to The Gold Standard

The power of Gold we should return to the Gold Standard and to a dollar as good as gold , the biggest problem we have is the inflation says Lew Lehrman chairman of the Lehrman institute he discusses with judge Napolitano how the GOP 2012 POTUS candidates are doing a bus tour about a return to the gold standard and why it's so important to be an issue in the campaign.Inflation not only destroys

Peshawar International Airport – Getting Popular Among Travellers

The increasing popularity of Peshawar as a tourist destination has ensured that the Peshawar International Airport becomes one of the busiest airports in Pakistan!Peshawar may not exactly be a leading tourist spot in the world but its many charms like Peshawar Museum, Fort Bala Hisar and Taxila Historic Site are beginning to make people think and plan their next holidays in this wonderful city.It

Montreal–Pierre Airport: Services and Facilities for the Disabled

Montreal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (formerly known as Montréal–Dorval International Airport) is an extremely popular airport that serves Québec, Atlantic Canada as well as Eastern Ontario and Northern New England areas.Every year around 40 airlines transport more than 12 million passengers via Montréal-Trudeau. These airlines include domestic and international carriers many

STARS + STRIPES FESTIVAL 2011

Yes, you read the header correctly: a festival. Having spent the summers of our youth growing up on Martha's Vineyard, we've always dreamed of bringing a music festival to the island and next month we take one step closer to making that dream a reality. Enter Stars + Stripes Fest, a new annual "festival" we're bringing to Martha's Vineyard this July 4th weekend together with our friends at NUE

Let the maps begin! Williams Institute releases first data from Census 2010

Long before I met the incomparable Gary Gates, I admired his work. While at the Urban Institute, Gates co-authored The Gay and Lesbian Atlas, a book with color-coded maps, by state and county, of the numbers of same-sex couples in the entire United States. It is the book that proved the old adage that "we are everywhere." Literally. The data in Atlas came from the 2000 Census. It was quite a

Gold Bullion vs Gold Stocks

Why Gold Stocks Could Glitter according to Kevin O'Brien, Prospector Funds' portfolio manager, has $2.5 billion of assets under management. He reveals why "gold is the currency of choice" and how to play it perfectly in your portfolio.

South Africa sales growth sees massive surge

Shoppers travelling on cheap flights to South Africa looking to spend their hard-earned cash will be contributing to the country's higher-than-average retail sales.Shoppers travelling on cheap flights to South Africa looking to spend their hard-earned cash will be contributing to the country's higher-than-average retail sales.In April, South Africa's retail sales growth increased by a whopping

Montreal-Pierre International Airport at a Glance

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is one of the Canada’s busiest airports and serves more than 10 million travellers each year. The airport is served by some 40 airlines and offers flight operations to more than 100 domestic and international destinations. Montreal-Pierre International Airport is a major hub for Air Canada, Air Transat, CanJet, Sunwing Airlines and Skyservice.

Ottawa International Airport: All One Needs to Know

Ottawa is a beautiful city that attracts holiday makers from all over the world, and Ottawa International Airport is a wonderful property that charms every traveller who lands up there.Ottawa International Airport is one of the busiest Canadian airports and handles 4 million passengers annually. The airport is served by almost every major North American airline and that incorporates carriers with

Gold Thought For the Day - How About a Triangle?

My daily study of the markets always brings me back to my favorite chart - the price of Gold. What a powerful and steady secular trend with no signs of being near a top. All those who continue to insist that Gold failed to hold steady during the Great Fall Panic of 2008 always neglect to extend their chart out to the evil, 666 bottom in the S&P 500 during March of 2009, when Gold was already back

Making tons of gold as a level 33+ | New player friendly!

With the high Silk Cloth prices still running around, I think some cloth farming methods deserve their own post. Silk Cloth is one of the few cloths that have been bouncing between 30-200g for a few months now, at least on bigger realms.I gave Silk Cloth farming a go with a level 35 toon and made about 3300g in 60+ minutes. Not only did that contain Silk, but also Wool and the occasional green

LET'S MAKE A VISION.

"Statues" starts like the soft tapping of rocks at your window. Within seconds and without warning, Auction is up the fire escape and through your window to take you by pleasant surprise. In other words, the climb starts like a soothing Young The Giant-sized croon that suddenly segues into blistering Foals-esque oblivion, a heady mix of cartwheeling synth accents that float like a butterfly and

John Lennon theatrical production in Durban

John Lennon fans can catch a unique theatrical production based around his music.John Lennon fans that have travelled on cheap flights to Durban have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see a theatrical comedy production of middle class life based around his music.Using his songs and lyrics as the driving force of the narrative, When Life Gives You Lennons is an irreverent portrait of the

SLV is turning volatility into profit

How to profit from silver Volatility - Trade SLV : Jim Iuorio, TJM Institutional Services, says the SLV is turning volatility into profitability."silver is scary, too. these are not particularly cheap volatilities. they are ones that seem that they are worth a look. silver was scary on the way up. it's come into kind of a longer term trend line. seems to have bounced off of it. didn't do anything

Ottawa International Airport - Some Frequently Asked Questions

The award winning Ottawa International Airport is used by millions of travellers and is served by numerous regionaland international airlines including code share operators and global airline alliance members. A number of travellersare always on a lookout for Ottawa Airport information. The information below answers some common questions.Q: What is the Ottawa International Airport’s official

The Sao Joao Feast of St John the Baptist Festival

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Strasbourg My First 1st Class (Part 1)

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Ohio appeals court overturns contempt finding and allows bio mom to withhold visitation from nonbio mom

An Ohio trial judge granted Julie Rowell temporary visitation with the daughter she raised for five years with her former partner, Julie Smith. The child was conceived through donor insemination while the couple was together. When Smith refused to allow the court-ordered temporary visitation, the trial judge held her in contempt of court. Last week, an Ohio appeals court in Rowell v. Smith

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As QE2 is about to end Michael Yoshikami, Founder and CEO of YCMNET Advisors expects gold prices to climb significantly higher than current levels as economic uncertainty persists: " our basic theory about gold is that you should buy gold " he says " it will go significantly higher than where it is now even though it is trading at 1500 an ounce ish , I still believe it will going to get higher

That Pesky Uncle Buck

The predicted short-term bounce in the U.S. Dollar last week threw the precious metals complex and general U.S. equities for a loop. Is it over? If it's not, does it mean more pain for the anti-dollar bets that make the casino party so lively? Here's a one month chart of the UUP ETF (a US Dollar proxy) to allow me to plot intraday action using 60 minute candles:Another leg up in the U.S. Dollar

Lots to do on Rottnest Island

Holiday-makers could explore Rottnest Island this summer, which is located in the Indian Ocean.Holiday-makers arriving on cheap flights to Perth could explore Rottnest Island this summer, which is located in the Indian Ocean.One of the best things about the island is that cars are banned, so expect no traffic, noise or congestion.People concerned about how they will get around the 11-kilometre

COUNTING CRYSTALS.

We admit we slept on this one. But as usual Kitsuné - our bedfellows from across the Atlantic - were there to pick up the slack and we have them to thank for introducing us to the delicately crafted pop gems of Nightbox. The group of Irish transplants come to us via Toronto (where they picked up some slick production from Death From Above 1979's Al-P and Sebastien Grainger), and lucky for us they

Thai election to 'boost tourism'

Tourism Authority of Thailand says that the upcoming election will boost tourism in the country.The upcoming general election in Thailand will boost the tourism industry, suggests the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).TAT believes that if things continue as they are, the country will achieve its international visitor target of 16.5 million for 2011, reported the Bangkok Post.Visitors arriving

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Toronto Pearson International Airport Information & Figures

Handling over 30 million passengers each year, Toronto Pearson International Airport is the busiest airport in Canada. The airport is served by more than 40 airlines including code share airlines and global alliances members. Toronto Pearson is a hub for numerous airlines, such as Air Canada, Air Canada Jazz, Air Georgian, Air Transat, FedEx Express, Skyservice, Sunwing Airlines and

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By Scott SilvaEditor,  The Gold Speculator6-13-11“One can never have too much money,” goes the Hollywood saying.  But that old saw does not apply to Washington.One of the primary stimulus measures implemented by the Federal Reserve over the last three years has been the injection of cash into the economy by giving money to the banks. The scale of the cash injection is unprecedented- the Fed has

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The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has put out a warning to fisherman to stay away from the sea.The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has put out a warning to fishermen to not travel out to sea and for those in mid-sea to return to the shore immediately.Rough weather is expected off the Goa coast, which travellers, who have recently arrived on cheap flights to Goa, should be aware

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As you all know, I like to be prepared before patches hit. And one of my prereq's for this site, and 99% of my posts, are I write about what I am doing in WoW.This post is directly a part of that. I haven't logged in to the game in two days, but this morning I have been searching for everything (and the best of) questing for patch 4.2. Upon waking, I had a comment on a previous post, Stockpiling

Toronto Pearson International Airport: A Brief Guide

Toronto Pearson International Airport is Canada’s busiest airport that serves millions of travellers each year. Around 40 airlines are served by the airport and this includes all kinds of carriers – from low-cost operator to luxury airlines, code share and global alliances’ member airlines.Toronto Pearson is a massive airport that is inundated with all the facilities and amenities that one

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And Howe!

I just finished reading Florence Howe's new memoir, A Life in Motion (Feminist Press, 2011), which left me feeling inspired and exhausted. Inspired because she's done so much, though she's not as famous as many of the Second Wave feminists: she was a pioneer of Women's Studies, and a founder of the Feminist Press. That may not sound like all that much, but it kept her quite busy, which is why I

Advanced Spirituality

From the novel Nobody Does the Right Thing, by Amitava Kumar (Durham NC: Duke UP, 2010), page 92. There's a tendency to romanticize and idealize Eastern religions, and I think this sums them up nicely.Binod was looking at an article on Vedic myths by one Sukumari Bhattacharji. Bhattacharji had written: “The spiritual life of the period exhibits peaks and lows. We have philosophical

Advanced Spirituality

From the novel Nobody Does the Right Thing, by Amitava Kumar (Durham NC: Duke UP, 2010), page 92. There's a tendency to romanticize and idealize Eastern religions, and I think this sums them up nicely.Binod was looking at an article on Vedic myths by one Sukumari Bhattacharji. Bhattacharji had written: “The spiritual life of the period exhibits peaks and lows. We have philosophical

Is Meredith Whitney About to Look Really Smart?

Let's just say that I wouldn't want to be buying domestic municipal bonds at current levels if I lived in the United States and was seeking safety. Here's a 6 year weekly log-scale chart of the Nuveen Municipal Bond Price Return Index ETF ($NMUNP) thru Friday's close:Corporate junk bonds are breaking down with the stock markets in the short-term but their charts look a whole lot healthier than

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Hey folks!Instead of me hyping up what you are needing to stockpile for 4.2 and making a killer long post that you will only read part of, I am giving some link love to a few other bloggers, so we will see what they are looking for. After you do some clicking around, c'mon back and see what I am working with...Alto from.....here- Stockpiling through QuestingSo what Blizz announced, or not really

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The Hindu festival of Rath Yatra will be taking place in the east Indian town of Puri next month.British travellers arriving on flights to India next month will be able to catch one of the country's most impressive annual festivals, as Rath Yatra is scheduled to take place on July 3rd.This annual religious event centres around the Jagannath Temple in the town of Puri on the Bay of Bengal, with

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From the ghostly tower of Karazhan we travel to the Molten Core below the Blackrock Mountain itself, looking to find even better loot than previously. It may be many ilvls lower than Karazhan, but people still seem to fail here more than in Kara, so boss tactics for solo kills are included this time!This is a raid instance also, so you need to be in a raid group to enter. So where's this

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Are you an EU player looking to add a second account? Or a refer a friend? Or have always wanted to cross-faction but never had a "trustworthy" bud to help you out?Here's your chance (link to battle.net is here) but you only have 10 days for this savings:

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HALF OF A HEAVEN.

Imagine Kate Bush suspended in the cosmos, simultaneously shrouded in waning sunlight and waxing moonlight. Brooklyn’s Chrome Canyon, or Morgan Z (née Whirledge, formerly of Apes & Androids) unravels this precious, balled-up ballad, installs whirring rocket power engines, and watches it take flight. Not so much a cover as it is an intricately woven re-imagining, Chrome Canyon brings vocalist

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Refining precious metals and semi precious metals Gold and Silver , incorporating full assay analysis, secure electronics destruction and recovery of precious metals. RECOVERY OF GOLD AND PRECIOUS METALS FROM SCRAP GOLD, FACTORY SCRAP AND MINNING DUST Electronic Semi-Conductor Manufacturing Industry. Precious Metals such as Gold, Silver, Platinum, Palladium and Rhodium are all used in various

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Think of your AH like a "one size fits all" shirt. Yeah, the 50lb weakling might be swimming in it, the 600lb cat has no reason to even try it on, but for most folks, although it might not fit perfectly, we can still wear it. Some look like a million bucks in it, others, well....not so much. Where do you "fit" in to the AH?Don't like that reference? Ok. Let's try another...Are you frustrated

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Having to get up at 5:30 a.m. to go to work does not agree with me. Fortunately it'll end on Friday, and I'll be back to my regular hours, 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., for the rest of the month. (Working early through most of May, oddly, didn't do my posting regularity any harm. But then I was able to sleep till 7 then, an hour and a half later.)Meanwhile, while most American media are obsessed

News Through the Eyes of the Investor Class

Having to get up at 5:30 a.m. to go to work does not agree with me. Fortunately it'll end on Friday, and I'll be back to my regular hours, 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., for the rest of the month. (Working early through most of May, oddly, didn't do my posting regularity any harm. But then I was able to sleep till 7 then, an hour and a half later.)Meanwhile, while most American media are obsessed

Schloss Neuschwanstein-Most Romantic Castle

Nothing you love is lost. Not really. Things, people - they always go away, sooner or later. You can't hold them, any more than you can hold moonlight. But if they've touched you, if they're inside you, then they're still yours. The only things you ever really have are the ones you hold inside your heart. ---UnknownNote: this is not so budget idea of traveling in Germany, but its worth the trip

G Edward Griffin : Money is the ultimate weapon

G Edward Griffin interview June 08 2011 : SGT interviews legendary author and documentary film producer G Edward Griffin about his book 'The Creature From Jekyll Island' and current events.G. Edward Griffin is the clearest thinker I have ever listened to. So easy to comprehend what he is saying. I wish I had grown up with teachers who explained things the way he does. The new world order are

A MAN AMONGST THE PEOPLE.

This Strange Talk EP we dropped in May (available for sale here) has really been earning its stripes as the official soundtrack of our summer - we're spinning this record on the daily and it's still got legs for miles. Helping to prolong its shelf life though are a crop of brilliant remixes, which we've been dropping for you every few weeks since the release. Last month Lightwaves and Vanguard

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I think yesterday may have marked a short-term bottom for the US Dollar relative to other paper currencies. I don't trade the currency markets other than by buying physical Gold (as an investment) and sometimes paper Gold (as a trade). Now, many Gold bulls get all up in arms when people talk about the U.S. Dollar doing anything but plunging to zero in dramatic fashion. However, no market moves in

Center for American Progress highlights ending poverty and protecting all families

Family structure too often is the fall guy for everything bad in society -- violence, illegal drugs, homelessness, illiteracy, and, of course, poverty. The right wing loves to tell us that the root of all social problems is the decline of life-long heterosexual marriage and that the solution is ... life-long heterosexual marriage.This time of year -- the approach of Father's Day -- is prime time

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So last week our main man Xaphoon Jones promised a new beat to his fans when he hit 20,000 followers, and now that he's eclipsed that milestone he's come to us to help him deliver the goods with an exclusive premier of his remix for Grouplove's "Colours". This track's already been remixed into oblivion and beyond by the homies Captain Cuts, but here Xaph's intertwined elements of their

How and when to buy gold - James Turk

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Zugspitze Top of Germany (Above the Clouds)

Knock.. knock.. knocking on heavens door...... .... can i knock heavens door by going to the highest place in the world?? can he He hear me from this heights?? would He grant my wishes if i went to the highest place in the world? 'cause if he does... i will climb the highest top of the world!!! **Note: This trip is not a budget trip, but its good to go to if you're a flashpacker**Mr T said we're

Wyoming Supreme Court allows married same-sex couple to divorce

The five justices on the Wyoming Supreme Court ruled unanimously yesterday that a lesbian couple married in Canada could divorce in Wyoming. The opinion in Christiansen v. Christiansen reverses a lower court ruling that the couple could not divorce because Wyoming law prohibits same-sex marriages.Paula and Victoria Lee Christiansen were married in Canada in 2008. Paula filed for divorce in

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Commodities Correction - The 20-50 Rule

Commodities are in correction mode. I think this correction has further to go in time and price. However, I don't think it will last long. The question in my mind is whether or not to buy general commodities at the end of the correction. Only Mr. Market knows for sure...However, I give you the "20-50 rule" on a weekly chart of the CCI Commodities Index for your consideration. This rule has worked

More preparation for patch 4.2

If you have an alchemist, it would be wise to keep some of your Truegold in bank until the patch hits; and people start obtaining the new profession recipes from Firelands that require them. Most of them require 8 x Truegold and what I've seen in the past months, there's never more than 10-20 Truegolds in the Auction House. Either people have already started hoarding them or there's just not

Waiting for Godot

By Scott SilvaEditor,  The Gold Speculator6-6-11Today, more than ever, we need to understand the conditions that bind us, and what we can do to improve our lot. It seems everywhere we look, we see the world turning against us, making it more and more difficult to survive and prosper.  Jobs are scarce.  Prices are high. Home values have withered away. Returns on savings and retirement assets have

Issues with Pricing your Pets? The Undermine Journal has your answer!

Well, it's Monday. Again. Another day, another dollah. But with this fairly recent addition to TuJ, you don't have to question what pets you need to snatch up on your "vendor route" and how profitable they will be. Why you ask? Because the king over at Undermine has added not only a Companion search, but a Darkmoon Card area as well. Can Mr. E think of anything else to help us make gold?Yeah, he

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The National Center for Lesbian Rights Federal Policy Director, Maya Rupert, wrote a terrific blog post that appeared on the Huffington Post yesterday. "The fight for marriage equality is about fighting for equal recognition of all families," Rupert writes. "It's about combating the assumption that someone else can tell us what our families should look like." The piece highlights the common

IN A TIDAL WAVE OF MYSTERY.

Don't know if y'all got the memo, but summer's here in a big way and it's time to throw the top back and turn the radio up on some serious summer anthems. Enter LA's Capital Cities, who arrive just in time with a little sonic head rush called "Safe + Sound", an easy, breezy, beautiful slice of effervescent electro-pop that even comes complete with a massive "trumpets in da club" bit that

Voulez Vous Cliche Avec Moi?

I have to be up very early for work tomorrow morning, so this will be brief.I really only decided to watch Step Up 3 because Harry Shum Jr. was in it. He's one of Glee's most naggingly untapped resources (though I gather that's changing in the second season), and he's my current celebrity crush. Of course he only shows up in the third act of Step Up 3, and he's underused even there. And as so

Voulez Vous Cliche Avec Moi?

I have to be up very early for work tomorrow morning, so this will be brief.I really only decided to watch Step Up 3 because Harry Shum Jr. was in it. He's one of Glee's most naggingly untapped resources (though I gather that's changing in the second season), and he's my current celebrity crush. Of course he only shows up in the third act of Step Up 3, and he's underused even there. And as so

Need more gold? Make "some" from Cataclysm epic gems

It's almost certain that after a patch or two, most likely patch 4.3, you can receive new epic gems by prospecting Pyrite Ore. There is also a super small chance (Considering titanium was at some point not prospectable) that a new ore or some other way to receive the gems will be introduced, but it's worth a small investment, let's say 5000g!Pyrite's price has been steadily dropping and I've

James Turk : GOLD $8,000 & SILVER $400 between 2013 and 2015

James Turk : ...well let's step back and look at the long term point of view I am sticking to my long term forecast that sometime between 2013 and 2015 Gold will be about $8000 and ounce and Silver will be about $400 an ounce , the ratio between the two metals will be 20 ounces of silver to buy one ounce of gold , I made this forecast back in October 2003 , obviously when the price of gold and

TAKE IT OFF. TAKE IT IN.

Like an invitation you weren’t expecting to get, Atlas Genius knocks on your door and creeps into your peripheries in stealth mode. Fair warning: “Trojans” will invade your head, all dressed up in a clever disguise of earnest vocals riding a hooky riff that easily approaches Phoenix-esque levels of infectiousness. And then there’s that driving bassline gliding over a frenetic bridge with

Stockpiling- Do you Know When? How? Why?

*Edit After reading around this morning, I saw that Markco posted about "dog-piling", and that falls along jumping in and around markets. If you haven't read his post, go chickity-check it out.Stockpiling. It's something that most of us do at one time or another. But do you really know when to do it? How to do it? Or why you do it? Do you even realize that you do it?We all know the Darkmoon Faire

Valuable Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport Information

Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is a popular place all throughout the year but during certain periods of the year the commotion at the airport is just incredible. And why shouldn’t it be so! Sharm el-Sheikh is one of the most popular tourist destinations across the world and millions of Europeans visit this tremendous Red Sea resort to get away from the shivering winter. Sharm el-Sheikh

Civil unions in Illinois good news for same-sex couples there who need to divorce

It's a growing problem that will only grow more. Same-sex couples from around the country, who have travelled to places that allow them to marry, go home, later split up, and find out they cannot divorce. Family law practitioners specializing in LGBT families are working on creative solutions that allow those couples to go their separate ways without further legal entanglement.When Illinois

In a Canyon, In a Cavern

Tonight I saw Werner Herzog's documentary Cave of Forgotten Dreams, about the Cave of Chauvet-Pont-d'Arc, which contains the oldest known paintings, believed to be 33,000 years old. By good luck I was able to see it in 3D, which despite its flaws gives a much better sense of what these images look like -- it's like the difference between a globe and a Mercator projection that flattens the earth.

In a Canyon, In a Cavern

Tonight I saw Werner Herzog's documentary Cave of Forgotten Dreams, about the Cave of Chauvet-Pont-d'Arc, which contains the oldest known paintings, believed to be 33,000 years old. By good luck I was able to see it in 3D, which despite its flaws gives a much better sense of what these images look like -- it's like the difference between a globe and a Mercator projection that flattens the earth.

Loot Hunters: Farming Karazhan for lots of gold!

It be loot hunting time, mon! Loot Hunters focus on soloing raids and other dungeons for gold, so phat lewt awaits! First post is about Karazhan. Not only is Karazhan the best instance in the game, but it can also be very profitable and you might even get yourself a nice Fiery Warhorse mount while at it. Big chunk of the gold comes from professions, mainly Enchanting and Tailoring, along with

Subscription Trading Service

PLEASE NOTE: This blog post has been changed significantly since its original publication. I will update/change it again if I think it is needed to show more recent work that may be of interest to potential subscribers.I believe most of one's long-term investment money should be held in physical Gold until the Dow to Gold ratio hits 2, and we may well go below 1 this cycle. However, I also enjoy

But - I Thought He Was a Virgin!

(The video above may be NSFW; don't play it with the sound on in front of your aged grandmother, anyway.)This morning one of my Facebook friends, whose presence there mainly consists of linked news stories which generate a lot of comments, linked to some story about the Anthony Weiner scandal-in-waiting. Oh yeah, it was this one, and the commenters went ballistic over it, as they also did over

But - I Thought He Was a Virgin!

(The video above may be NSFW; don't play it with the sound on in front of your aged grandmother, anyway.)This morning one of my Facebook friends, whose presence there mainly consists of linked news stories which generate a lot of comments, linked to some story about the Anthony Weiner scandal-in-waiting. Oh yeah, it was this one, and the commenters went ballistic over it, as they also did over

Lootwalker: Free Epix

When you were lower level, you may have flied past Doomwalker/Lootwalker/Loot Reaver while questing in Shadowmoon Valley and while at it, drool at it's loot lists, wishing you could take it down single handedly. Since Cataclysm it's been possible to solo the tin can with basically any class, though some specs without self healing might struggle. The boss doesn't hit that hard and has a lousy 1.5

Why gold is money by Peter Boehringer

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I know, I know. Darkmoon Faire. And this month, it's in the wonderful land of Elwynn Forest. But you already knew that, right? For all the scribes out there, this is one of the best weeks for selling. Read on, young Grasshopper...Now depending on your server, this is something that you all need to watch for. Not only watching single card prices, but "Turn-in Decks" and "Actual Decks" are what we

Emirates Launches Inaugural Flight to Geneva

Emirate’s inaugural Dubai to Geneva flight took off on 01st June from Dubai International Airport. Geneva is airline’s second gateway into Switzerland after Zurich. Dubai to Zurich was launched in 1992 and is now offered twice a day by the airline.Emirates' Terminal 3 became the centre of activity as the launch followed a performance by a traditional Swiss dance couple. Later in the evening, a

Dubai to become top ten world destination in 2011

Around eight million tourists will flock to Dubai this year, a survey has estimated.Visitors from all across the world are even more likely to book flights to Dubai this year, as a recent survey has predicted that the UAE destination will be even more popular than New York this year.An estimated eight million in-bound tourists will visit the city this year, spending a total of $7.8 billion (£4.8

Bond Bears Continue to Lose

I understand fundamental convictions when investing. Fundamental convictions have caused me to lose lots of money in the past. What is the point of being intellectually superior in your own mind and then losing money trading? Does it really make you feel better in the end to "be right" and lose money? Personally, I have decided it is better to be agnostic and make money. It has been a journey,

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While gem shopping with one of my alts I noticed that there's a serious fault in the AH. There wasn't even a single useful, cut WOTLK gem for sale, even though I was playing on a high population realm. Every gem was a Cata gem, not usable by level <-80 people.I then logged on my JC and bought some relatively cheap uncut Wrath gems and also cobalt, saronite and tit ores which I then prospected for

Satire, Meet Reality; Try Not to Laugh Too Hard

I want to stress again that I don't think things are necessarily any worse than they were in the good old days, at least in some areas. People have always been insane. Still, certain things do make me want to bang my head against the wall and howl in despair.For example, some students at a middle school in Arkansas included a list of the 5 Worst People in All Time in their yearbook: Adolf

Satire, Meet Reality; Try Not to Laugh Too Hard

I want to stress again that I don't think things are necessarily any worse than they were in the good old days, at least in some areas. People have always been insane. Still, certain things do make me want to bang my head against the wall and howl in despair.For example, some students at a middle school in Arkansas included a list of the 5 Worst People in All Time in their yearbook: Adolf

Indian national park guarantees tiger sightings

Tiger spotters have been advised to head to Rajasthan this month as you are guaranteed to see a big cat.Animal lovers catching flights to India with the hope of seeing the country's national animal have been advised to visit Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, where tigers are so abundant that they can guarantee you will see at least one.The 392 square kilometre park rose to prominence in the

Bangkok hotel offers full Apple technology

A Thai hotel has announced that it is now offering a range of Apple gizmos in every room.Technology lovers can stay in a hotel kitted out with Apple gadgets by catching flights to Bangkok this summer, as the Thai capital's Sofitel hotel has added a range of new gizmos.Sofitel So Bangkok offers free wireless internet access and an Apple Mac mini in every room, as well as 40-inch LCD TV and an

Guide Your Way to Sharm el-Sheikh Airport

The stunning Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh is an enchanting place to spend your next holidays in! The resort is hugely popular all over the world with millions travelling to the city to check out its wonderful charms.The popularity of Sharm el-Sheikh has ensured that Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is always flooded with the humanity. The airport, understandably, is one of the busiest

A Brief Guide on Mexico City International Airport

Benito Juárez International Airport, also known as the Mexico City International Airport, is one of the busiest airports in Latin America. The international airport serves the capital of Mexico, Mexico City and handles the highest number of passengers in the country. Mexico City International Airport also leads the nation when it comes to aircraft movements.For more relevant information on the

Boston Logan International Airport: A Brief Overview

The award winning Boston Logan International Airport (IATA: BOS) is one of the largest and busiest in the United States. The airport serves millions of travellers every year and connects passengers to more than 100 domestic and international airports around the world.Boston Logan has four passenger terminals, each of which features its own ticketing, baggage claim and ground transportation

Sing

May is finally over; it seemed to last forever. Here's a song by the Korean a capella group Sweet Sorrow. When I wrote about them before, I lamented that this song wasn't on Youtube. Actually it was, but tonight I finally found it: two minutes of utter gorgeousness.There's also a better video of their song "Sunshine," and (at the risk of spoiling the mood), a short clip of them singing "

Sing

May is finally over; it seemed to last forever. Here's a song by the Korean a capella group Sweet Sorrow. When I wrote about them before, I lamented that this song wasn't on Youtube. Actually it was, but tonight I finally found it: two minutes of utter gorgeousness.There's also a better video of their song "Sunshine," and (at the risk of spoiling the mood), a short clip of them singing "

The Sky Is Falling—Up!

By Scott SilvaEditor,  The Gold Speculator5-31-11There are some who believe the sky is falling; that the world as we know it is coming to an end, society is doomed and everyone should stock up on food, water and AK-47 ammunition.Well, these certainly are not the best of times, but we are a long way off from judgment day. Not even close. Not even shoutin’ distance. The world did not end at 6:00 pm

The Ivy announces Dubai debut date

Gourmands and connoisseurs have been encouraged to book their table at The Ivy, as the London hotel's Dubai off-shoot is due to open next week.Exclusive celebrity hotspot The Ivy is due to open its UAE sister restaurant on June 9th, it has been announced, alerting discerning diners planning on catching flights to Dubai.Located on the ground floor of The Boulevard in the Jumeirah Emirates Towers

48hr Auctions for the Win?!

Hey folks!As you already know, I have been hit and miss lately on my posting schedule. Alto's summer schedule will be a few posts a week, but don't worry, they are still coming, I am not going anywhere.But work. And golfing. And playing with my daughter. And drawing. And family. And...well, you get the picture. WoW takes a backseat. Which brings me to this post:Auction posting times. You might

Mexico City International Airport: Facilities for the Disabled

Mexico City International Airport, also known as Benito Juárez International Airport, is the busiest airport in Mexico and serves its capital, Mexico City. It is also the busiest airport in the whole of Latin America in terms of airline aircraft movement. All in all, this one is a pretty significant airport on the world stage!You must have gone through different Mexico City International Airport