tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71034796658048161312011-11-27T16:14:10.249-08:00Top Trends TodayModeratorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.comBlogger251100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-31312338244244573422009-06-12T07:54:00.000-07:002009-06-28T05:02:26.936-07:00Martha Wainwright<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.voir.ca/blogs/nouvelles_musique/martha_wainwright_narrowweb__300x375,0.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 375px;" src="http://www.voir.ca/blogs/nouvelles_musique/martha_wainwright_narrowweb__300x375,0.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><strong>Truth, Love, Emotion...Thoughts of JRR4FILM: Martha Wainwright and ...</strong><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">I first saw Martha Wainwright in New York City at the Beacon Theatre. I had journeyed to NYC to see The Swell Season and she was opening for them. It was bare, minimalist. Just her, a guitar and a microphone. ...<br /><br /><strong>Martha Wainwright - 3 Edith Piaf shows, Castle Clinton ...</strong><br />Just a few days later, on Wednesday, June 17th, some other Wainwrights (Loudon Wainwright III, Sloan Wainwright and Lucy Wainwright Roche) will perform a free "Wainwright Family Concert" at the Madison Square Park Oval. Martha and Rufus ...<br /><br /><strong>Rangers Lead The Way: Martha Wainwright On Late Night With Jimmy ...</strong><br />Martha Wainwright is scheduled to perform on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon this Thursday night. Meanwhile, check out the above video of Martha teaming up with Adrian Belew to sing David Bowie's "Heroes" on an Australian rock quiz show. ...<br /><br /><strong>martha wainwright sings piaf В« wears the trousers magazine</strong><br />Brother Rufus got there first with his infamous Judy Garland tribute, but Martha Wainwright's latest project sounds like it could be even better. Well known for trotting out a powerful rendition of Edith Piaf's 'Adieu Mon CЕ“ur' during ...<br /><br /><strong>Martha Wainwright &amp; Edith Piaf В« steinskogs weblog</strong><br />14. og 15. juni gjГёr Martha Wainwright (myspace) to forestilliger i Dixon Palace Theater med materiale av Edith Piaf. Resultatet skal bli en liveplate produsert av Hal Willner. (Hentet fra BrooklynVegan). Martha Wainwright har gjort ...<br /><br /><strong>Jarvis Cocker, Martha Wainwright, Ian McEwan: the artistic ...</strong><br />Theres an unintentionally hilarious piece in todays Observer by Science Editor aka chief ecoscaremoner Robin McKie claiming that he now knows for certain that climate change denial is about to go the way of the dodo.<br /><br /><strong>Sligo Live 2009 brings Martha Wainwright to The Radisson | SligoTV ...</strong><br />Top New York songstress, Martha Wainwright, is confirmed to perform live in concert at Sligo Live Festival 2009 on Saturday, 24th October '09 at The Radisson SAS Hotel, Sligo.<br /><br /><strong>Polaritively Nositive: The Final Tally В« Zoilus</strong><br />The counterintuitive fact is that Martha Wainwright has just such a voice - counterintuitive because Wainwright hails notoriously from a clan of artsy cult songwriters (New York dad Loudon, brother Rufus and Montreal mom and aunt Kate ...<br /><br /><strong>FRIDAY NIGHT BOYS</strong><br />I also remember it well for my introduction to Martha Wainwright; to be honest, I thought she was awful. Caterwauling her way through a handful of numbers, it's hard to make a link between what I witnessed then and the singer she's ...<br /><br /><b> R & Pers! Poll time!?</b><br />A few of mine are:<br /><br />Johnny Cash - Hurt<br />Cowboy Junkies - Sweet Jane (sublime)<br />Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah (haunting)<br />Martha Wainwright - Tower of Song<br /><br /><br /><b> What is your pick for best cover version of a song?</b><br />I have thousands of CDs/vinyls, but so you can get an idea of my taste in music (and so I don't get a long list of bands I already have), here are some of the artists that I have on my computer. Like I said, I have a lot of music so please try to be as obscure as possible with your suggestions. Thank you!<br /><br />? And The Mysterians<br />10 CC<br />13th Floor Elevators<br />38 Special<br />The 5ths Dimension<br />A3<br />Abigail Washburn<br />AC/DC<br />The Action<br />Adam and the Ants<br />Aerosmith<br />Agnes Strange<br />Al Green<br />Al Kooper<br />The Alan Parsons Project<br />Albert Hammond<br />Albert King<br />Alice Cooper<br />Alice In Chains<br />The Allman Brothers Band<br />Almendra<br />Amazing Rhythm Aces<br />The Amboy Dukes<br />America<br />Amon DГјГјl II<br />Amos Lee<br />...And You Will Know Us by the Trail Of Dead<br />Andrew Bird<br />Andromeda<br />Aphex Twin<br />Apocalyptica<br />Apollo Sunshine<br />Apples In Stereo<br />Apriil Wine<br />Aretha Franklin<br />Arlo Guthrie<br />Art<br />Art Garfunkel<br />Arthur Brown<br />The Artwoods<br />Asia<br />The Association<br />Asylum Street Spankers<br />Atomic Fireballs<br />Atomic Rooster<br />The Attack<br />Audience<br />Average White Band<br />Ayreon<br />Aztec Camera<br />The B-52's<br />B.J. Thomas<br />B.B. King<br />Babe Ruth<br />Bachman Turner Overdrive<br />Bad Brains<br />Bad Company<br />Bad Religion<br />Badfinger<br />The Band<br />The Bar-Kays<br />Barbara Acklin<br />Barbara Lewis<br />The Barbarians<br />Barclay James Harvest<br />Bauhaus<br />The Beach Boys<br />The Bears<br />Beasts Of Bourbon<br />The Beatles<br />The Beau Brummels<br />Beck<br />Beck, Bogert and Appice<br />The Bee Gees<br />Beethoven<br />The Bellamy Brothers<br />Ben Harper<br />Bert Jansch<br />Beulah<br />Big Bill Broonzy<br />The Big Bopper<br />Big Head Todd and the Monsters<br />Big Joe Turner<br />Big Mama Thornton<br />Big Star<br />Bill Fay<br />Bill Haley and HIs Comets<br />Bill Withers<br />Billie Holiday<br />Billy Idol<br />Billy Joel<br />The Black Angels<br />The Black Crowes<br />Black Flag<br />The Black Keys<br />Black Label Society<br />Black Oak Arkansas<br />Black Sabbath<br />Black Stone Cherry<br />Blackfield<br />Blackfoot<br />Blackmore's Night<br />Blind Boys of Alabama<br />Blind Faith<br />Blind Lemon Jefferson<br />Blind Melon<br />Bloc Party<br />Blondie<br />Blood, Sweat and Tears<br />Bloodhound Gang<br />Bloodrock<br />Blossom Toes<br />Blue Cheer<br />Blue Oyster Cult<br />The Blue Ridge Rangers<br />Blue Rodeo<br />The Blue Van<br />Blues Image<br />Blues Magoos<br />The Blues Project<br />Blues Travelers<br />Bo Diddley<br />Bob Dylan<br />Bob Marley<br />Bob Seger<br />Bob Welch<br />Bob Wills<br />Bobbie Gentry<br />Bobby Darin<br />Bobby Goldsboro<br />Bobby Womach<br />Bon Jovi<br />Bonnie Raitt<br />Bonnie Tyler<br />The Bonzo Dog Band<br />Booker T. and the MG's<br />Boston<br />Bread<br />Brewer and Shipley<br />Brian Eno<br />Brian Hyland<br />The Brian Jonestown Massacre<br />Bright Eyes<br />Brothers Johnson<br />Bruce Springsteen<br />Bryan Adams<br />Bubble Puppy<br />Buckcherry<br />The Buckinghams<br />Buddy Guy<br />Buddy Holly<br />Budgie<br />Buena Vista Social Club<br />Buffalo Springfield<br />Buggles<br />Built To Spill<br />Butthole Surfers<br />The Buzzcocks<br />The Byrds<br />Cactus<br />Cake<br />Cal Smith<br />Calexico<br />Camel<br />Can<br />Canned Heat<br />Captain Beefheart<br />Captain Beyond<br />Carl Orff<br />Carl Perkins<br />Carlos Varela<br />Carly Simon<br />Carole King<br />The Carpenters<br />The Cars<br />The Castaways<br />Cat Stevens<br />Chad and Jeremy<br />The Chambers Brothers<br />The Charlatans<br />Charlee<br />Charley Patton<br />The Charlie Daniels Band<br />Charlie Musselwhite<br />Chicago<br />Chicken Shack<br />The Chieftains<br />The Chocolate Watchband<br />Chopin<br />Chris Robinson<br />Chris Whitley<br />Chuck Berry<br />The Church<br />Churchills<br />Cinderella<br />Clarence Carter<br />The Clash<br />Climax Blues Band<br />Clint Black<br />The Clovers<br />Clutch<br />Collective Soul<br />Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen<br />The Commodores<br />Comus<br />Confederate Railroad<br />Conway Twitty<br />Corosion Of Conformity<br />Count Five<br />Counting Crows<br />Country Joe and the Fish<br />The Cowsills<br />Crash Test Dummies<br />Cream<br />The Creation<br />Creedence Clearwater Revival<br />Crispian St. Peters<br />Crosby, Stills and Nash (& Young)<br />The Cryan' Shames<br />The Cure<br />Curtis Mayfield and the Impressions<br />Czar<br />Da Vinci's Notebook<br />Damn Yankees<br />Dan Fogelberg<br />Danny and the Juniors<br />Danny O'Keefe<br />Danzig<br />Dave Van Ronk<br />David Allan Coe<br />David Bowie<br />David Bromberg<br />David Gilmour<br />David Lee Roth<br />Davie Allan and the Arrows<br />Dax Riggs<br />De La Soul<br />Dead Boys<br />Dead Kennedys<br />The Dead Milkmen<br />Deadboy and the Elephantmen<br />Debussy<br />The Decemberists<br />Deep Purple<br />Deerhoof<br />Def Leppard<br />The Del-Vetts<br />Del Shannon<br />Delaney and Bonnie<br />The Dells<br />Depeche Mode<br />Derek and the Dominos<br />The Desert Rose Band<br />Desmond Dekker and the Aces<br />Diamond Head<br />Diana Ross and the Supremes<br />Diary Of Dreams<br />The Dictators<br />Dinosaur Jr.<br />Dio<br />Dion and the Belmonts<br />Dionne Warwick<br />Dire Straits<br />The Divine Comedy<br />The Dixie Dregs<br />Dobie Grey<br />Dolly Parton<br />Don McLean<br />Donovan<br />The Doobie Brothers<br />The Doors<br />Doris Troy<br />Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show<br />Dr. John<br />Dream Theater<br />The Drifters<br />Drive-By Truckers<br />Dusty Springfield<br />Dwight Yoakam<br />The Eagles<br />East Of Eden<br />The Easybeats<br />Ed Townsend<br />Eddie Cochran<br />Eddie Floyd<br />Edgar Broughton Band<br />Edgar Winter group<br />Edison Lighthouse<br />Edvard Grieg<br />Electric Flag<br />Electric Hellfire Club<br />Electric Light Orchestra<br />The Electric Prunes<br />Elliott Smith<br />Elmore James<br />Elton John<br />Elvis Costello<br />Elvis Presley<br />Emerson, Lake and Palmer<br />Emmylou Harris<br />Eric Andersen<br />Eric Burdon/The Animals<br />Eric Clapton<br />Eric Johnson<br />Erin McKeown<br />Etta James<br />Everclear<br />The Everly Brothers<br />Explosions In The Sky<br />The Fabulous Thunderbirds<br />Faces<br />Fair To Midland<br />Fairport Convention<br />Faith No More<br />The Fall<br />Family<br />Fats Domino<br />Fear Factory<br />Fionn Regan<br />Firefall<br />Five Man Electrical Band<br />The Five Satins<br />The Flaming Lips<br />The Flamingos<br />Fleetwood Mac<br />Floyd Cramer<br />The Flying Burrito Brothers<br />Flying Machine<br />Focus<br />Foghat<br />The Folk Implosion<br />Foreigner<br />The Foundations<br />The Four Horsemen<br />Frank Sinatra<br />Frank Zappa<br />The Fratellis<br />Fred Astaire<br />Fred Neil<br />Free<br />Friends and Lovers<br />Frijid Pink<br />Fugazi<br />The Fugs<br />Funkadelic<br />Galaxie 500<br />Gallery<br />Garbage<br />Gary HIggins<br />Gary HOey<br />Gary Moore<br />Gary Wright<br />Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps<br />Genesis<br />Gentle Giant<br />The Gentrys<br />George Clinton<br />George Harrison<br />George Jones<br />George Thorogood<br />The Georgia Satellites<br />Gerry and the Pacemakers<br />Gil Scott-Heron<br />Gilbert O'Sullivan<br />Gin Blossoms<br />Glen Campbell<br />The Godz<br />Golden Earing<br />Goose Creek Symphony<br />Gordon Lightfoot<br />Gram Parsons<br />Grand Funk Railroad<br />The Grass Roots<br />Grateful Dead<br />Gravy Train<br />The Greencards<br />The Gregg Allman Band<br />The Groundhogs<br />The Guess Who<br />Guided By Voices<br />Guillermo Portabales<br />Guns N' Roses<br />H.P. Lovecraft<br />Half Man Half Biscuit<br />Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds<br />Hank Williams Sr.<br />Harper's Bizarre<br />Harry Chapin<br />Harry Nilsson<br />The Haunted<br />Hawkwind<br />Head East<br />Heart<br />Heavy Metal Kids<br />Helmet<br />Henry Mancini<br />Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass<br />The Highwaymen<br />The Hollies<br />The Hombres<br />Honeybus<br />Hoodoo Gurus<br />Hookfoot<br />Hound Dog Taylor<br />The Housemartins<br />Howlin' Wolf<br />Humble Pie<br />HГјsker DГј<br />Ida Cox<br />The Ides of March<br />Iggy Pop/The Stooges<br />Igor Stravinsky<br />Ike and Tina Turner<br />The Impalas<br />Incredible String Band<br />INXS<br />Iron and Wine<br />Iron Butterfly<br />Iron Maiden<br />The Isley Brothers<br />It's A Beautiful Day<br />J. Geils Band<br />J.J. Cale<br />Jackie DeShannon<br />Jackson 5<br />Jackson Browne<br />Jackyl<br />Jakob Dylan<br />The Jam<br />James Brown<br />The James Gang<br />James Taylor<br />Jane's Addiction<br />Janis Ian<br />Janis Joplin<br />The Jayhawks<br />Jean-Luc Ponty<br />Jean Knight<br />Jeff Beck<br />Jeff Buckley<br />Jefferson Airplane<br />Jerry Garcia and David Grisman<br />Jerry Lee Lewis<br />THe Jesus and Mary Chain<br />Jethro Tull<br />Jim Croce<br />Jim Ford<br />Jimi Hendrix/Jimi Hendrix Experience<br />Jimmy Buffett<br />Joan Baez<br />Joan Jett<br />Joanna Newsom<br />Joe Bonamassa<br />Joe Cocker<br />Joe Satriani<br />Joe Simon<br />Joe Tex<br />Joe Walsh<br />The John Butler Trio<br />John Cale<br />John Mellencamp<br />John Denver<br />John Fahey<br />John Fogerty<br />John Lee Hooker<br />John Lennon<br />John Martyn<br />John Mayall<br />John Prine<br />John Williams<br />Johnnie Taylor<br />Johnny Cash<br />Johnny Mathis<br />Johnny Paycheck<br />Johnny Thunders<br />Johnny Winters<br />Jon Butcher Axis<br />Jonathan Richman<br />Jonathon Edwards<br />Joni Mitchell<br />Journey<br />Joy Division<br />Judas Priest<br />Judy Collins<br />Juicy Lucy<br />June Carter Cash<br />Kaiser Chiefs<br />Kanda Bongo Man<br />Kansas<br />Kate Bush<br />Kenny and the Kasuals<br />King Crimson<br />The Kings<br />Kings Of Convenience<br />The Kingsmen<br />The Kinks<br />KISS<br />The Knickerbockers<br />Koko Taylor<br />Kris Kristofferson<br />Kyuss<br />Larry Graham<br />Laura Nyro<br />Lead Belly<br />The Leaves<br />Led Zeppelin<br />The Left Banke<br />Lefty Frizzell<br />The Lemon Pipers<br />The Lemonheads<br />Leo Sayer<br />Leon Russell<br />Leonard Cohen<br />Levon Helm<br />Linda Perhacs<br />Link Wray<br />little Barrie<br />Little Feat<br />Little Richard<br />Little River Band<br />Live<br />Lobo<br />Local H<br />Looking Glass<br />Loretta Lynn<br />Los Dug Dug's<br />Los Trio Matamoros<br />Lou Rawls<br />Lou Reed<br />Love<br />Love and Rockets<br />Love Sculpture<br />The Lovin' Spoonful<br />Lucifer's Friend<br />Lucinda Williams<br />Lynyrd Skynyrd<br />The Lyres<br />The Magicians<br />The Mahavishnu Orchestra<br />Mahogany Rush<br />The Mamas and the Papas<br />Manfred Mann's Earth Band<br />Manic Street Preachers<br />The Mar-Keys<br />Marianne Faithfull<br />Marillion<br />Mark Knopfler<br />The Marshall Tucker Band<br />Martha and the Vandellas<br />Marvin Gaye<br />Marvin Sease<br />Mary Wells<br />Mason Williams<br />The Masters Apprentices<br />Matthews Southern Comfort<br />Max Webster<br />MC5<br />Meat Loaf<br />Medeski, Martin and Wood<br />Megadeth<br />Melanie<br />The Melvins<br />Merle Haggard<br />Merrilee Rush and the Turnabouts<br />Metallica<br />Michael Hedges<br />Mick Jagger<br />Mick Ronson<br />Mike + the Mechanics<br />Mike Oldfield<br />Ministry<br />Minutemen<br />The Misfits<br />Mississippi John Hurt<br />Moby<br />Moby Grape<br />The Modern Lovers<br />Mogwai<br />The Mojo Men<br />Molly Hatchet<br />The Monkees<br />Montrose<br />The Moody Blues<br />Morrissey<br />Mother Love Bone<br />MotГ¶rhead<br />Mott The Hoople<br />Mountain<br />Mournin Phase<br />Mouse and the Traps<br />The Move<br />Moxy<br />Mr. Bungle<br />Mud<br />Mudcrutch<br />Muddy Waters<br />Mudhoney<br />Mungo Jerry<br />Muse<br />The Music Explosion<br />The Music Machine<br />My Morning Jacket<br />Nancy Sinatra<br />Nancy Wilson<br />Nazareth<br />The Nazz<br />Neil diamond<br />Neil Finn<br />Neil Young<br />Nektar<br />Neutral Milk Hotel<br />New Riders Of The Purple Sage<br />The New Seekers<br />New York Dolls<br />Nic Armstrong and the Thieves<br />The Nice<br />Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds<br />Nick Drake<br />Nickel Creek<br />Night Ranger<br />The Nightcrawlers<br />Nina Hagen<br />Nine Inch Nails<br />Nirvana<br />Nitty Gritty Dirt Band<br />Nitzinger<br />Norman Greenbaum<br />The O'Jays<br />Of Montreal<br />Ohio Express<br />Ohio Players<br />Old Crow Medicine Show<br />Oliver<br />The Only Ones<br />Opeth<br />Otis Redding<br />Otis Williams and the Charms<br />The Outlaws<br />Over the Rhine<br />Ozark Mountain Daredevils<br />Ozzy Osbourne<br />Pantera<br />Patsy Cline<br />Patti LaBelle<br />Patti Smith<br />Paul Butterfield Blues Band<br />Paul McCartney<br />Paul Simon<br />Pavement<br />pearl Jam<br />The Penguins<br />Pentangle<br />Percy Sledge<br />Pere Ubu<br />Pete Brown and Piblokto<br />Peter and Gordon<br />Peter Frampton<br />Peter Gabriel<br />Peter, Paul and Mary<br />Petula Clark<br />Phil Collins<br />Phil Lesh<br />Phil Ochs<br />Phish<br />Pilot<br />The Pink Fairies<br />Pink Floyd<br />The Pixies<br />PJ Harvey<br />The Platters<br />The Pogues<br />The Police<br />Porcupine Tree<br />The Pretenders<br />The Pretty Things<br />Pride and Glory<br />Prince<br />Procol Harum<br />Psychedelic Furs<br />Pure Prairie League<br />Python Lee Jackson<br />Queen<br />Quicksilver Messenger Service<br />R.E.M<br />Racer X<br />Radiohead<br />Rainbow<br />Ram Jam<br />The Ramones<br />Randy Newman<br />Rare Earth<br />The Rascals<br />The Raspberries<br />Ravi Shankar<br />Ray Charles<br />Ray Owen's Moon<br />Red Rider<br />The Remains<br />REO Speedwagon<br />The Replacements<br />Revolting Cocks<br />The Rezillos<br />Richard/Linda Thompson<br />Richard Hell and the Voidoids<br />Rick Danko<br />Rick Drringer<br />Rickie Lee Jones<br />The Righteous Brothers<br />Ringo Starr<br />Rob Zombie<br />Robert Johnson<br />Robert Palmer<br />Robert Plant<br />Robin Trower<br />Rocket From The Crypt<br />Rod Stewart<br />Rodrigo y Gabriela<br />Roger Daltry<br />Roger Waters<br />Roky Erickson<br />The Rolling Stones<br />The Ronettes<br />Ronnie Dawson<br />Ronnie Lane<br />Rory Gallagher<br />Rose Hill Drive<br />Rose Tattoo<br />Roxy Music<br />Roy Buchanana<br />Roy Harper<br />Roy Orbison<br />Rufus Wainwright<br />The Runaways<br />Rush<br />Russell Morris<br />Ry Cooder<br />Sagittarius<br />Sam and Dave<br />Sam Cooke<br />Sammi Smith<br />Sammy Hagar<br />Sammy Johns<br />Samurai<br />Sanford and Townsend<br />Santana<br />Scorpions<br />Scott McKenzie<br />Screamin' Jay Hawkins<br />Screaming Trees<br />Seal<br />Seals and Crofts<br />The Searchers<br />The Seeds<br />The Sensational Alex Harvey Band<br />Sex Pistols<br />The Shadows Of Knight<br />The Shins<br />The Shocking Blue<br />Sigur Ros<br />The Silos<br />Silver Apples<br />Silverchair<br />Simon and Garfunkel<br />Sir Douglas Quintet<br />Sir Lord Baltimore<br />The Sisters Of Mercy<br />Sixx:A.M.<br />Skeeter Davis<br />Skid Row<br />The Skids<br />Skip James<br />Skip Spence<br />The Skyliners<br />Slaughter<br />Slim Harpo<br />Sly and the Family Stone<br />The Small Faces<br />The Smashing Pumpkins<br />Smith<br />The Smiths<br />Smokey Robinson/The Miracles<br />Snake River Conspiracy<br />The Soft Machine<br />Solomon Burke<br />Son House<br />Sonata Arctica<br />Sonic Youth<br />The Sonics<br />Sonny Boy Williamson<br />Sopwith Camel<br />Soul Asylum<br />Soul Survivors<br />Sound Team<br />Soundgarden<br />Spacemen 3<br />Spanky and Our Gang<br />Spencer Davis Group<br />Spin Doctors<br />Spirit<br />Spiritualized<br />Spooky Tooth<br />Squeeze<br />Squirrel Nut Zippers<br />SRC<br />The Stampeders<br />The Standells<br />The Staples Singers<br />The Statler Brothers<br />Status Quo<br />Stealers Wheel<br />Steely Dan<br />Stephen Malkmus<br />Stepenwolf<br />Stereolab<br />Steve Earle<br />Steve Miller Band<br />Steve Morse Band<br />Steve Vai<br />Steve Wariner<br />Stevie Nicks<br />Stevie Ray Vaughan<br />Stevie Wonder<br />Stillwater<br />Sting<br />Stone Poneys<br />The Stone Roses<br />Stone the Crows<br />The Strangeloves<br />Strawberry Alarm Clock<br />The Strawbs<br />The String Cheese Incident<br />The Style Council<br />Styx<br />Sublime<br />Sugarloaf<br />Supergrass<br />Supertramp<br />Sweet<br />Sweet Smoke<br />The Swingin' Medallions<br />Syd Barrett<br />T-Bone Walker<br />T. Rex<br />Tammy Wynette<br />Tangerine Dream<br />Taste<br />Tavares<br />Tchaikovsky<br />Tear Gas<br />The Teardrop Explodes<br />Ted Nugent<br />Teenage Fanclub<br />Television<br />Temple Of The Dog<br />The Temptations<br />Ten Years After<br />Terry Jacks<br />Tesla<br />Them<br />Thin Lizzy<br />Three Dog Night<br />Thunder<br />Thunderclap Newman<br />Thundermug<br />Tim Buckley<br />Tim Hardin<br />Timebox<br />Todd Rundgren<br />Tom Cochrane<br />Tom Petty (and the Heartbreakers)<br />Tom Waits<br />Tommy Bolin<br />Tommy James and the Shondells<br />Tomorrow<br />Toni Fisher<br />Tony Bennett<br />Tool<br />Tori Amos<br />Townes Van Zandt<br />Traffic<br />The Tragically Hip<br />Trapeze<br />The Traveling Wilburys<br />The Tremeloes<br />Triumph<br />Triumvirat<br />The Troggs<br />The Turtles<br />The Twilights<br />Type O Negative<br />U2<br />UFO<br />The Ugly Ducklings<br />Uncle Tupelo<br />The Undertones<br />Urge Overkill<br />Uriah Heep<br />Ursa Major<br />The Vagrants<br />Van Der Graaf Generator<br />Van Halen<br />Van Morrison<br />Vanilla Fudge<br />The Vaselines<br />Velvet Revolver<br />The Velvet Underground<br />The Verve<br />Vinegar Joe<br />The Vogues<br />Voxtrot<br />Wagner<br />The Wallflowers<br />Walter Rossi<br />War<br />Warren Zevon<br />The Waterboys<br />Waylon Jennings<br />Wet Willie<br />The White Stripes<br />Whitesnake<br />The Who<br />Widespread Panic<br />Wilco<br />The Wildhearts<br />William Elliott Whitmore<br />Willie Dixon<br />Willie Nelson<br />Wilson Pickett<br />Wire<br />Wishbone Ash<br />Wolfmother<br />Woody Guthrie<br />XTC<br />The Yardbirds<br />Yes<br />Yngwie Malmsteen<br />Yo La Tengo<br />The Young Rascals<br />The Youngbloods<br />Zager and Evans<br />Zakk Wylde<br />Zebra<br />Zephyr<br />The Zombies<br />ZZ TopKaitlyn: I didn't, but I do now. After it took me an hour to type up, I'm going to keep it handy...<br /><br /><br /><b> I'm looking for some obscure band recommendations...got any?</b><br />Ok, it's a female singer and sounds maybe like Martha Wainwright. Yet, I went to Itunes and listened to all the clips from her new CD and didn't find it. I kind of remember some lyrics. They went something like this- "I'll move to the Roxbury tommorrow... I'll build a home from my pain" Those aren't in order and probably messed up. Anybody have a clue? I hear all Victoria's Secrets receive a monthly CD to play so maybe someone knows this one from the May, June or July CDs??<br /><br /><br /><b> I heard a song I loved in Victoria's Secret today but have no clue who it is. Please help! I need to find it!</b><br />I'm looking for some lesser known songs/artists that I might enjoy.<br />To help gie you a sense of the music I like here is a list of some of my top rated songs on itunes:<br /><br />Well Did You Evah - Bing Crosby & Frank Sinatra<br />Charmless Man - Blur<br />How To Save A Life - The Fray<br />Money To Be Made - The Hoosiers<br />Hallelujah - Jeff Buckley version<br />Mr Brightside - The Killers<br />Samson - Regina Spektor<br />Leave The Bourbon on The Shelf- The Killers<br />505 - Arctic Monkeys<br />Set The Fire To The Third Bar - Snow Patrol and Martha Wainwright<br />Those To Come - The Shins<br />Am 180 - Story One<br />Nobody Move, Nobody Get Hurt - We Are Scientists<br />Elevate Myself - Grandaddy<br />El Tango de Roxanne - Ewan McGregor<br />Come Pick Me Up - Ryan Adams<br />Long Ride Home - Patty Griffin<br />La Vie En Rose - Edith Piaf<br /><br />Thanks for any suggestions!!I like My Morning Jacket so you are definitely on the right lines there<br /><br />Also in regards to the Jeff Buckley thing I have about 22 different sogs by him already, but Hallelujah is still my favourite. I like a lot of his work but some, like Alligator Wine and Eternal life, I'm not that keen on<br /><br /><br /><b> Can you recommend me some lesser known music?</b><br /><br /><br /><br /><b> I'm going to Martha Wainwright tommorrow. Is she any good live??</b><br />can someone explain this song to me "set the fire to the third bar" from snow patrol and martha wainwright? i understand parts, but what does "drunken men find flaws in silence mean? any help would be appreciated.thanks<br /><br /><br /><b> does anyone know what this song is about?</b><br />Well I'm a lover of anything indie generally and alternative. I'm looking for new music to listen to. I like bands and singers such as Arcade Fire, Interpol, The Shins, Architecture in Helsinki, Bjork, Sarah Blasko, Los Campesinos!, Bloc Party, Radiohead, Sigur Ros, Blue Juice, The Rakes, Sahara Hotnights, Regina Spektor, Tegan & Sara, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Grates, 1990s, Martha Wainwright, Le Tigre, Kate Havnevik, Iron & Wine, The Go! Team, The Decemberists, Death Cab For Cutie, The Concretes, Cut off your hands, Broken Social Scene, British India, Angus & Julia Stone, Belle & Sebastian etc. etc.<br /><br />Anything that sounds like anything along those lines would be much appreciated. thanks in advance.<br /><br /><br /><b> Alternative Indie long time listeners?</b><br />What songs remind you of the Twilight Series by Stephanie Meyer, besides the playlists that she has? The one that reminds me most would have to be Set Fire to the Third Bar by Snow Patrol ft. Martha Wainwright. The feeling and sound portray the exact feelings of when *****SPOILERRRRRRR OF NEW MOON!!!!!!*****<br /><br />Edward left Bella in the forest and the becomes heartbroken and is just laying there and Sam finds her and he says "all she is saying is 'he's gone...' " Then when Charlie explains to Alice how Bella had been this whole time or whenever Bella describes "the hole" or anything like that. This song is perfect.<br /><br />Give it a listen.<br /><br />Whatever songs you choose, put what book and what part it reminds you of :]<br /><br /><br /><b> songs that remind you of Twilight series other than playlists?</b><br /><br /><br /><br /><b> what was the song and original artist called that martha wainwright sang on the secret policemans ball?</b><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-3131233824424457342?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-398237547846678502009-06-12T07:51:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:54:44.896-07:00David Goodman<center><img src="http://names.whitepages.com/map/David.Goodman.US.gif" border="0" alt="david goodman" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>David Goodman</strong><br>Goodman was the son of Russian Jewish immigrants who thought that music might be a way out of poverty. His older brothers were given a tuba and a trombone but.<br><br /><strong>Benjamin David Goodman | NewMexiKen</strong><br>Benjamin David Goodman … was born 100 years ago today. Goodman was the son of Russian Jewish immigrants who thought that music might be a way out of poverty. His older brothers were given a tuba and a trombone but — just 10 — Benjamin ...<br><br /><strong>RealClearPolitics - US News - Jun 05, 2009 - Body found in Mich ...</strong><br>David N. Goodman. Sherry Buchanan was clinging to hope that her missing 5-year-old granddaughter was still alive, despite the chilling discovery of a child's body near a river in southeast Michigan. ...<br><br /><strong>Last.fm Founders Quit, CBS&#39; Goodman GM For Now; But Why ...</strong><br>Stiksel and Miller told me the music group's new president David Goodman will serve as interim GM but the company will seek a new permanent GM; it's not yet known whether that person will be New York- or London-based. Why the exit? ...<br><br /><strong>Doctors in the Downturn: Med School Enrollment Spikes | Shoestring ...</strong><br>by David N. Goodman, AP Features. June 10, 2009 - 5:43pm. med_school_enrollment_soars.jpg. Paging all biology majors: medical schools are accepting more applications during the down economy, increasing enrollment to meet the needs of ...<br><br /><strong>FORA.tv - Amy and David Goodman: Standing Up to the Madness</strong><br>The longtime host of the award-winning Pacifica Radio's Democracy Now!, Amy Goodman has steadfastly covered grassroots activism, the political process, and government accountability. She has co-authored many books with her brother and ...<br><br /><strong>Amy and David Goodman on KQED Forum w/ Michael Krasny, 10am PDT ...</strong><br>KQED's live call-in program presents wide-ranging discussions of local, state, national and international issues, as well as in-depth interviews. Tune in on-air in the SF Bay Area, or online at kqed.org.<br><br /><strong>Q&amp;A: CBS Interactive Music President David Goodman</strong><br>The new group's president, David Goodman, spoke with Billboard recently about the change, and what it means for all concerned. What was the behind the decision to create the new division? On parallel paths, there were a lot of great ...<br><br /><strong>Common/Uncommon Rituals - BOMBLog</strong><br>David Goodman: Why don't you walk me through, and we can talk about your work. Aernout Mik: Sure. This piece is called Training Ground. It's not a narrative that goes in one direction and fulfills itself; it's circular as all my work. ...<br><br /><b> Ok i just found out that i am ranked #33 of the top 35 in the 10th grade class of basketball for high school.?</b><br> they are saying that i am a prospect but im not sure what that really means..those that mean im getting looked at by division 1 colleges or something else like that or is it like they are expecting me a be good enough to play proffesionally....heres the rankins im #33 will jackson..AND IM NOT LYING HERES MY PIC.. http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cf...<br /><br /><br />Rank Pos<br />Rating<br />Name School, City Video HT/ WT/ Profile / Skills / Ability College Commitment<br />1 PG/SG Justin Anderson<br />Montrose Christian School<br />Rockville , MD 6'5" 175lb<br />2 SF Jordan Goodman<br />Seneca Valley HS<br />Gaithersburg , MD 6'8" 185lb<br />3 PG James Robinson<br />Dematha Catholic<br />Hyattsville , MD 6'2" 175lb<br />4 SF Joe Lundy<br />Friendship Collegiate Academy<br />Washington , DC 6'4" 185lb<br />5 PF John Crowder<br />Towson Catholic School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'7" 195lb<br />6 SF Isaiah Miles<br />Glenleg Country School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'6" 175lb<br />7 SF Marvel Redfearn<br />West Potomac HS<br />Potomac , MD 6'4" 170lb<br />8 SG Lamont Baldwin<br />Archbishop Carroll HS<br />Washington , DC 6'3" 165lb<br />9 SF/PF Charles Tapper<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 180lbs<br />10 SG Abu Kamara<br />Archbishop Carroll HS<br />Washington , DC 6'1" 170lbs<br />11 PG Jamal Lewis<br />Sidwell Friends<br />Washington , DC 5'11' 160lbs<br />12 PG/SG Daquan Cook<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'0" 160lb<br />13 SG David Burgos<br />Princeton Day Academy<br />Lanham , MD 6'1" 170lbs<br />14 SG Lionel Greene<br />John Carroll HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'2" 170lb<br />15 PF Kyle Locke<br />McDonough School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 200lb<br />16 PG Carlos Horne<br />Bishop McNamara<br />Forestville , MD 6'0" 160lb<br />17 SG David Barnes<br />Bishop O'Connell HS<br />Fairfax , VA 6'1" 165lbs<br />18 PG Cyrus Jones<br />Gilman School<br />Baltimore , MD 5'11" 160lb<br />19 PG Doug Chappell<br />Mt. Vernon HS<br />Alexandria , VA 5'10" 155lb<br />20 SF Evan Singletary<br />Archbishop Curley<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 175lb<br />21 SF Marshall Forney<br />St. Alban's HS<br />Washington , DC 6'3" 170lbs<br />22 SF Justin Goldsbough<br />St. Stephens/St. Agnes<br />Arlington , VA 6'1" 170lbs<br />23 SG Joe Hazel<br />Bullis HS<br />Potomac , MD 6'0" 160lb<br />24 SF Jourdan Strickler<br />Archbishop Spalding<br />Severn , MD 6'3" 170lb<br />25 SG Daquan Kerman<br />Paul VI Catholic<br />Fairfax , VA 5'11"160lb<br />26 PG Jalen Williams<br />Riverdale Baptist<br />Upper Marlboro , MD 5'8" 150lb<br />27 PG Marcellous Bell<br />Dematha Catholic<br />Hyattsville , MD 5'10" 165lb<br />28 PG Victor Blakely<br />Friendly HS<br />Fort Washington , MD 5'7" 140lb<br />29 PG Brian Kelly<br />Montrose Christian<br />Rockville , MD 5'9" 155lb<br />30 PG Ronald Epps<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'0" 165lb<br />31 PF Phillip Lawerence<br />Mt. St. Joseph's<br />Baltimore , MD 6'5" 180lb<br />32 PG Demonte McNeil<br />Largo HS<br />Upper Marlboro , MD 6'2" 195lb<br />33 PF Will Jackson<br />Seneca Valley HS<br />Gaithersburg , MD 6'4" 175lb<br />34 SF Gavin Stephenson<br />Mt. St. Joseph's<br />Baltimore , MD 6'3" 180lbs<br />35 PG Sterling Myles<br />Archbishop Curley HS<br />Baltimore , MD 5'11" 150lb<br><br><br /><b> Ok i just found out that i am ranked #33 of the top 35 in the 10th grade class of basketball for high school.?</b><br> they are saying that i am a prospect but im not sure what that really means..those that mean im getting looked at by division 1 colleges or something else like that or is it like they are expecting me a be good enough to play proffesionally....heres the rankins im #33 will jackson..AND IM NOT LYING HERES MY PIC.. http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=58715613&albumID=26239&imageID=25911486<br /><br /><br /><br />Rank Pos<br />Rating<br />Name School, City Video HT/ WT/ Profile / Skills / Ability College Commitment<br />1 PG/SG Justin Anderson<br />Montrose Christian School<br />Rockville , MD 6'5" 175lb<br />2 SF Jordan Goodman<br />Seneca Valley HS<br />Gaithersburg , MD 6'8" 185lb<br />3 PG James Robinson<br />Dematha Catholic<br />Hyattsville , MD 6'2" 175lb<br />4 SF Joe Lundy<br />Friendship Collegiate Academy<br />Washington , DC 6'4" 185lb<br />5 PF John Crowder<br />Towson Catholic School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'7" 195lb<br />6 SF Isaiah Miles<br />Glenleg Country School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'6" 175lb<br />7 SF Marvel Redfearn<br />West Potomac HS<br />Potomac , MD 6'4" 170lb<br />8 SG Lamont Baldwin<br />Archbishop Carroll HS<br />Washington , DC 6'3" 165lb<br />9 SF/PF Charles Tapper<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 180lbs<br />10 SG Abu Kamara<br />Archbishop Carroll HS<br />Washington , DC 6'1" 170lbs<br />11 PG Jamal Lewis<br />Sidwell Friends<br />Washington , DC 5'11' 160lbs<br />12 PG/SG Daquan Cook<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'0" 160lb<br />13 SG David Burgos<br />Princeton Day Academy<br />Lanham , MD 6'1" 170lbs<br />14 SG Lionel Greene<br />John Carroll HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'2" 170lb<br />15 PF Kyle Locke<br />McDonough School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 200lb<br />16 PG Carlos Horne<br />Bishop McNamara<br />Forestville , MD 6'0" 160lb<br />17 SG David Barnes<br />Bishop O'Connell HS<br />Fairfax , VA 6'1" 165lbs<br />18 PG Cyrus Jones<br />Gilman School<br />Baltimore , MD 5'11" 160lb<br />19 PG Doug Chappell<br />Mt. Vernon HS<br />Alexandria , VA 5'10" 155lb<br />20 SF Evan Singletary<br />Archbishop Curley<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 175lb<br />21 SF Marshall Forney<br />St. Alban's HS<br />Washington , DC 6'3" 170lbs<br />22 SF Justin Goldsbough<br />St. Stephens/St. Agnes<br />Arlington , VA 6'1" 170lbs<br />23 SG Joe Hazel<br />Bullis HS<br />Potomac , MD 6'0" 160lb<br />24 SF Jourdan Strickler<br />Archbishop Spalding<br />Severn , MD 6'3" 170lb<br />25 SG Daquan Kerman<br />Paul VI Catholic<br />Fairfax , VA 5'11"160lb<br />26 PG Jalen Williams<br />Riverdale Baptist<br />Upper Marlboro , MD 5'8" 150lb<br />27 PG Marcellous Bell<br />Dematha Catholic<br />Hyattsville , MD 5'10" 165lb<br />28 PG Victor Blakely<br />Friendly HS<br />Fort Washington , MD 5'7" 140lb<br />29 PG Brian Kelly<br />Montrose Christian<br />Rockville , MD 5'9" 155lb<br />30 PG Ronald Epps<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'0" 165lb<br />31 PF Phillip Lawerence<br />Mt. St. Joseph's<br />Baltimore , MD 6'5" 180lb<br />32 PG Demonte McNeil<br />Largo HS<br />Upper Marlboro , MD 6'2" 195lb<br />33 PF Will Jackson<br />Seneca Valley HS<br />Gaithersburg , MD 6'4" 175lb<br />34 SF Gavin Stephenson<br />Mt. St. Joseph's<br />Baltimore , MD 6'3" 180lbs<br />35 PG Sterling Myles<br />Archbishop Curley HS<br />Baltimore , MD 5'11" 150lb<br><br><br /><b> Ok i just found out that i am ranked #33 of the top 35 in the 10th grade class of basketball for high school.?</b><br> they are saying that i am a prospect but im not sure what that really means..those that mean im getting looked at by division 1 colleges or something else like that or is it like they are expecting me a be good enough to play proffesionally....heres the rankins im #33 will jackson..<br /><br /><br />Rank Pos <br />Rating <br />Name School, City Video HT/ WT/ Profile / Skills / Ability College Commitment<br />1 PG/SG Justin Anderson<br />Montrose Christian School<br />Rockville , MD 6'5" 175lb <br />2 SF Jordan Goodman<br />Seneca Valley HS<br />Gaithersburg , MD 6'8" 185lb <br />3 PG James Robinson<br />Dematha Catholic<br />Hyattsville , MD 6'2" 175lb <br />4 SF Joe Lundy<br />Friendship Collegiate Academy<br />Washington , DC 6'4" 185lb <br />5 PF John Crowder<br />Towson Catholic School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'7" 195lb <br />6 SF Isaiah Miles<br />Glenleg Country School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'6" 175lb <br />7 SF Marvel Redfearn<br />West Potomac HS<br />Potomac , MD 6'4" 170lb <br />8 SG Lamont Baldwin<br />Archbishop Carroll HS<br />Washington , DC 6'3" 165lb <br />9 SF/PF Charles Tapper<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 180lbs <br />10 SG Abu Kamara<br />Archbishop Carroll HS<br />Washington , DC 6'1" 170lbs <br />11 PG Jamal Lewis<br />Sidwell Friends<br />Washington , DC 5'11' 160lbs <br />12 PG/SG Daquan Cook<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'0" 160lb <br />13 SG David Burgos<br />Princeton Day Academy<br />Lanham , MD 6'1" 170lbs <br />14 SG Lionel Greene<br />John Carroll HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'2" 170lb <br />15 PF Kyle Locke<br />McDonough School<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 200lb <br />16 PG Carlos Horne<br />Bishop McNamara<br />Forestville , MD 6'0" 160lb <br />17 SG David Barnes<br />Bishop O'Connell HS<br />Fairfax , VA 6'1" 165lbs <br />18 PG Cyrus Jones<br />Gilman School<br />Baltimore , MD 5'11" 160lb <br />19 PG Doug Chappell<br />Mt. Vernon HS<br />Alexandria , VA 5'10" 155lb <br />20 SF Evan Singletary<br />Archbishop Curley<br />Baltimore , MD 6'4" 175lb <br />21 SF Marshall Forney<br />St. Alban's HS<br />Washington , DC 6'3" 170lbs <br />22 SF Justin Goldsbough<br />St. Stephens/St. Agnes<br />Arlington , VA 6'1" 170lbs <br />23 SG Joe Hazel<br />Bullis HS<br />Potomac , MD 6'0" 160lb <br />24 SF Jourdan Strickler<br />Archbishop Spalding<br />Severn , MD 6'3" 170lb <br />25 SG Daquan Kerman<br />Paul VI Catholic<br />Fairfax , VA 5'11"160lb <br />26 PG Jalen Williams<br />Riverdale Baptist<br />Upper Marlboro , MD 5'8" 150lb <br />27 PG Marcellous Bell<br />Dematha Catholic<br />Hyattsville , MD 5'10" 165lb <br />28 PG Victor Blakely<br />Friendly HS<br />Fort Washington , MD 5'7" 140lb <br />29 PG Brian Kelly<br />Montrose Christian<br />Rockville , MD 5'9" 155lb <br />30 PG Ronald Epps<br />City College HS<br />Baltimore , MD 6'0" 165lb <br />31 PF Phillip Lawerence<br />Mt. St. Joseph's<br />Baltimore , MD 6'5" 180lb <br />32 PG Demonte McNeil<br />Largo HS<br />Upper Marlboro , MD 6'2" 195lb <br />33 PF Will Jackson<br />Seneca Valley HS<br />Gaithersburg , MD 6'4" 175lb <br />34 SF Gavin Stephenson<br />Mt. St. Joseph's<br />Baltimore , MD 6'3" 180lbs <br />35 PG Sterling Myles<br />Archbishop Curley HS<br />Baltimore , MD 5'11" 150lb<br><br><br /><b> ok i just found out that i am ranked #33 of the top 35 in the 10th grade class of basketball for high shool.?</b><br> I'm having trouble answering this question. Any input would be helpful. <br /><br />I am writing a philosophy paper in which I will compare and contrast David Hume and Nelson Goodman's positions on induction. More specifically, I need to explain how each find induciton to be an unjustifiable means to knowledge, and how their positions are similar and different.<br /><br />I have the basic knowledge about the topic, but I would like to hear different perspectives from other philisophical intellects. Any info might be new to me, so any help would be highly apprectiated. Thanks.<br><br><br /><b> Philosophy question about Hume and Goodman?</b><br> Thousands of Troops Are Deployed on U.S. Streets Ready to Carry Out "Crowd Control"<br />Members of Congress were told they could face martial law if they didn't pass the bailout bill. This will not be the last time.<br /> <br />By Naomi Wolf<br /> <br />08/10/08 "AlterNet" -- Background: the First Brigade of the Third Infantry Division, three to four thousand soldiers, has been deployed in the United States as of October 1. Their stated mission is the form of crowd control they practiced in Iraq, subduing "unruly individuals," and the management of a national emergency. I am in Seattle and heard from the brother of one of the soldiers that they are engaged in exercises now. Amy Goodman reported that an Army spokesperson confirmed that they will have access to lethal and non lethal crowd control technologies and tanks.<br /> <br />George Bush struck down Posse Comitatus, thus making it legal for military to patrol the U.S. He has also legally established that in the "War on Terror," the U.S. is at war around the globe and thus the whole world is a battlefield. Thus the U.S. is also a battlefield.<br /> <br />He also led change to the 1807 Insurrection Act to give him far broader powers in the event of a loosely defined "insurrection" or many other "conditions" he has the power to identify. The Constitution allows the suspension of habeas corpus -- habeas corpus prevents us from being seized by the state and held without trial -- in the event of an "insurrection." With his own army force now, his power to call a group of protesters or angry voters "insurgents" staging an "insurrection" is strengthened.<br /> <br />U.S. Rep. Brad Sherman of California said to Congress, captured on C-Span and viewable on YouTube, that individual members of the House were threatened with martial law within a week if they did not pass the bailout bill:<br /> <br /><br /> "The only way they can pass this bill is by creating and sustaining a panic atmosphere. … Many of us were told in private conversations that if we voted against this bill on Monday that the sky would fall, the market would drop two or three thousand points the first day and a couple of thousand on the second day, and a few members were even told that there would be martial law in America if we voted no."<br /><br /> <br />If this is true and Rep. Sherman is not delusional, I ask you to consider that if they are willing to threaten martial law now, it is foolish to assume they will never use that threat again. It is also foolish to trust in an orderly election process to resolve this threat. And why deploy the First Brigade? One thing the deployment accomplishes is to put teeth into such a threat.<br /> <br />I interviewed Vietnam veteran, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and patriot David Antoon for clarification:<br /> <br /><br /> "If the President directed the First Brigade to arrest Congress, what could stop him?"<br /> <br /> "Nothing. Their only recourse is to cut off funding. The Congress would be at the mercy of military leaders to go to them and ask them not to obey illegal orders."<br /> <br /> "But these orders are now legal?'"<br /> <br /> "Correct."<br /> <br /> "If the President directs the First Brigade to arrest a bunch of voters, what would stop him?"<br /> <br /> "Nothing. It would end up in courts but the action would have been taken."<br /> <br /> "If the President directs the First Brigade to kill civilians, what would stop him?"<br /> <br /> "Nothing."<br /> <br /> "What would prevent him from sending the First Brigade to arrest the editor of the Washington Post?"<br /> <br /> "Nothing. He could do what he did in Iraq -- send a tank down a street in Washington and fire a shell into the Washington Post as they did into Al Jazeera, and claim they were firing at something else."<br /> <br /> "What happens to members of the First Brigade who refuse to take up arms against U.S. citizens?"<br /> <br /> "They'd probably be treated as deserters as in Iraq: arrested, detained and facing five years in prison. In Iraq a study by Ann Wright shows that deserters -- reservists who refused to go back to Iraq -- got longer sentences than war criminals."<br /> <br /> "Does Congress have any military of their own?"<br /> <br /> "No. Congress has no direct control of any military units. The Governors have the National Guard but they report to the President in an emergency that he declares."<br /> <br /> "Who can arrest the President?"<br /> <br /> "The Attorney General can arrest the President after he leaves or after impeachment."<br /><br /> <br />[Note: Prosecutor Vincent Bugliosi has asserted it is possible for District Attorneys around the country to charge President Bush with murder if they represent districts where one or more military members who have been killed in Iraq formerly resided.]<br /> <br /><br /> "Given the danger do you advocate impeachment?"<br /> <br /> "Yes. President Bush struck down Posse Comitatus -- which has prevented, with a penalty of two years in prison, U.S. leaders since after the Civil War from sending military forces into our streets -- with <br><br><br /><b> Troops already deployed on US streets to control unruly people?</b><br> Things that they themselves are gulity of?<br /><br />A list of preachers and their crimes.<br /><br />Aimee Semple McPherson, 1920s-40s<br />Adultry<br /><br />Lonnie Frisbee, 1970s - 1980s<br />Homosexual<br /><br />Oral Roberts, 1977 and 1986<br />Fraud<br /><br />Jim & Tammy Bakker and Jimmy Swaggart, 1986 and 1991<br />Adultry, fraud<br /><br />Peter Popoff, 1987<br />Fraud<br /><br />Mike Warnke, 1991<br />Fraud, tax evasion, adultery<br /><br />Robert Tilton, 1991<br />Fraud<br /><br />Frank Houston, 2000<br />Homosexual<br /><br />John Paulk, 2000<br />Homosexual<br /><br />Douglas Goodman, 2004<br />Adultry, rape<br /><br />Kent Hovind, 2006<br />Tax evasion, fraud<br /><br />Ted Haggard, 2006<br />Homosexual, drug addict<br /><br />Paul Barnes, 2006<br />Homosexual<br /><br />Lonnie Latham, 2006<br />Homosexual<br /><br />Richard Roberts, 2007<br />Embezzlement, fraud<br /><br />Bishop Earl Paulk, 2007<br />Adultry, incest<br /><br />Coy Privette, 2007<br />Adultry<br /><br />Phil Driscoll, 2007<br />Tax evasion, fraud<br /><br />Joe Barron, 2008<br />Adultry, pedophile<br /><br />Todd Bentley, 2008<br />Adultry<br /><br />Michael Guglielmucci, 2008<br />Fraud<br /><br />Tony Alamo, 2008<br />Adultry, pedophile.<br /><br />And that's without going into the Jim Jones, David Koresh types.<br><br><br /><b> Why do Christians accuse non-believers of these things?</b><br> A.B.C. 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Former officer in United States Army. <br /><br />General Albert Stubblebine, U.S. Army (ret) – Commanding General of Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM), 1981 - 1984. Also commanded U.S. Army’s Intelligence Center. Former head of Imagery Interpretation for Scientific and Technical Intelligence. 32-year Army career. <br /><br />Col. Robert Bowman, PhD, U.S. Air Force (ret) – Director of Advanced Space Programs Development under Presidents Ford and Carter. Air Force fighter pilot, over 100 combat missions. PhD in Aeronautics, Nuclear Engineering.<br /><br />Raymond L. McGovern – Former Chairman, National Intelligence Estimates, CIA. Responsible for President’s Daily Brief (PDB) for Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush. 27-year CIA veteran. Former U.S. Army Intelligence Officer. <br /><br />Francesco Cossiga – President of Italy, 1985-1992. Also served as Former Prime Minister, Undersecretary for Defense, and President of the Italian Senate. <br />Col. George Nelson, U.S. Air Force (ret) – Former U.S. Air Force aircraft accident investigator and airplane parts authority. 34-year Air Force career. <br /><br />Col. Ronald D. Ray, U.S. Marine Corps (ret) – Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense during Reagan Administration. Highly decorated Vietnam veteran (two Silver Stars, a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart). Appointed by President George H.W. Bush to serve on American Battle Monuments Commission. From 1990 to 1994, served as Military Historian and Deputy Director of Field Operations for U.S. Marine Corps Historical Center, Washington, D.C.<br /><br />Rep. Curt Weldon – Ten-term Republican Congressman from Pennsylvania. House Armed Services Committee Vice Chairman. Homeland Security Committee Vice Chairman. <br /><br />Lt. Col. Anthony Shaffer, U.S. Army (ret) – Former Military Intelligence Officer, Defense Intelligence Agency. Member of Able Danger effort to target Al Qaeda’s global structure. 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Zipoli – Special Response Team (SRT) Officer, DOE. Vice President, Security Police Officer's Association, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory<br /><br /><br />http://www.wanttoknow.info/officialsquestion911commissionreport<br /><br /><br><br><br /><b> Who knows what these military, intelligence & government people have in common?</b><br> When you are waiting for the bus and someone asks, "Has the bus come yet?". If the bus came would I be standing here? <br />Billy Connoly <br /><br />The creed of the Inland Revenue is simple: "If we can bring one little smile to one little face today, then somebody's slipped up somewhere." <br />David Frost <br /><br />Everyone should have kids. They are the greatest joy in the world. But they are also terrorists. You'll realize this as soon as they are born, and they start using sleep deprivation to break you. <br />Ray Romano <br /><br />This 3-year-old kid is home alone, and a salesman comes to the door. 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And I have two of them. <br />Raquel Welch <br /><br />I've been in the twilight of my career longer than most people have had a career. <br />Martina Navratilova<br /><br />Shania 'Oh I must remember to buy some mutton' Twain once performed at the Nobel Prize Peace Concert with Elton John and Phil Collins. You probably remember that year. They had to wrestle a Stanley knife off Nelson Mandela. <br />Mark Lamarr <br /><br />I don't plan to grow old gracefully I plan to have face lifts till my ears meet. <br />Rita Rudner <br /><br />Whenever you want to marry someone, go have lunch with his ex-wife. <br />Shelley Winters <br /><br />When I'm really hot, I can walk into a room and if a man doesn't look at me, he's probably gay. <br />Kathleen Turner <br /><br />They say men can never experience the pain of childbirth. 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The title will be The Sperminator: I'll Come Again. <br />Arnold Schwarzenegger<br /><br />Today, if you're not an alcoholic, you're nobody. <br />Dick Van Dyke <br /><br />I look at going to Hollywood as going behind enemy lines. You parachute in, set up the explosion, then fly out before it goes off. <br />Robert Redford <br /><br />Ugliness is better than beauty. It lasts longer and in the end, gravity will get us all. <br />Johnny Depp <br /><br />Russia's a little bit like a critically ill patient. Every day you have to get up and take the pulse and hope that nothing catastrophic happened the night before. <br />Condoleeza Rice<br /><br />Plastic surgeons are always making mountains out of molehills. <br />Dolly Parton<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-39823754784667850?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-19615093846564898842009-06-12T07:49:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:51:29.586-07:00Derek Fisher<center><img src="http://i.a.cnn.net/si/2007/magazine/specials/sportsman/2007/11/20/kennedy.fisher/derek.fisher.jpg" border="0" alt="derek fisher" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Video of Derek Fisher&#39;s two clutch 3-pointers in Game 4</strong><br>Derek Fisher of the Los Angeles Lakers hit a 3-pointer to send the game to overtime and another to seal the game in OT.<br><br /><strong>Game 4: Derek Fisher plays Sniper, Lakers on brink of championship ...</strong><br>About an hour before the Lakers and Magic tipped off Game 4, Dime reader SparkyJ23 wrote us: The Lakers have to win tonight or it all goes tits up for.<br><br /><strong>Derek Fisher has his own Magic with Amazing 3pt Shot to Send into ...</strong><br>BUZZER BEATER for Derek Fisher. This game was so close all the way through, but there was a high number of fouls that were not called. Sometimes the refs just called the ball “out of bounds” rather than give the earned foul. ...<br><br /><strong>Derek Fisher Lays His Magic On Orlando in Game Five | SoCal Sports Hub</strong><br>caption id= align=alignright width=358 caption=Derek Fisher][/caption] Bogus, Phil Jackson called some of the first quarter fouls against his.<br><br /><strong>Outside the Boxscore: Derek Fisher = Clutch, Lakers one win away ...</strong><br>Then Derek Fisher, reared his head and hit another big shot in his career. When the ball left Fisher's hand, time stopped for Orlando fans who could smell victory. The Lakers went onto win in overtime but Fisher's calm under pressure ...<br><br /><strong>Derek Fisher: Time to Crown the Fisher King | Lake Show Life | A ...</strong><br>When Derek Fisher retires, the Lakers need to honor him in every way possible. His name and number need to go up in the rafters. There needs to be a.<br><br /><strong>Derek Fisher the new Robert Horry Los Angeles Lakers 99 Orlando ...</strong><br>Los Angeles Lakers at Orlando Magic (Lakers lead the series 2-1) NBA Finals, Game 4 - June 11, 2009 Amway Arena - Orlando, Florida Game 4 preview and in-game recap By Brad VanFossan Tonight the Lakers look to put a choke-hold on the ...<br><br /><strong>Derek Fisher hits 3 pointer in over time Los Angeles Lakers vs ...</strong><br>www.Kobe-Bryant-Blog.Blogspot.com ... derek fisher hits three pointer over time los angeles lakers vs orlando magic game 2009 nba finals ...<br><br /><strong>Derek Fisher shoots Los Angeles Lakers to 3-1 advantage over ...</strong><br>David J. Phillip / The Associated PressLakers point guard Derek Fisher, who hit key 3-pointers late in the fourth quarter and in overtime, celebrates Los Angeles' 99-91 victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on...<br><br /><b> Did you just see the greatest team in NBA history?</b><br> I thought Kobe was the best in the league but after seeing him in these Finals shooting horrible shots, turning the ball over at a high rate and having 3 straight bad games, it's really hard to say he's the elite player in the NBA. <br /><br />BQ: How about that Derek Fisher?!!!<br><br><br /><b> (For Kobe fans) Has Kobe's performance in the NBA Finals changed your mind about him?</b><br> this is bs......they should have fouled derek fisher.. but instead they just allow the 3.. come on!!!! its very real.. but with a $250 MILLION DOLLAR per game calm down and tie it up regiminand i live in la.. but this is over the line... my image of the nba is tarnished<br><br><br /><b> the nba is fake.... just watch the game tonight... foul...foul...foul.. derek fisher when he is at the 3!!!!?</b><br> It was amazing. Fisher's my man.<br><br><br /><b> Did you see just Derek Fisher's amazing tiebreaker in NBA finals game 4?</b><br> We're going to overtime<br><br><br /><b> Thank You Derek Fisher?</b><br> <br><br><br /><b> will derek fisher go down as one of the most clutch shooters in nba history?</b><br> i hate him...i do ..i hate him<br><br><br /><b> derek fisher can suck it?</b><br> Lets see, the ones that come to mind are<br /><br />Kobe Bryant 4<br />Derek Fisher 4<br />Tim Duncan 4<br />Shaquille O'Neal 4any more come to mind?<br><br><br /><b> When Kobe wins his 4th title, how many active players will have at least 4 rings?</b><br> <br><br><br /><b> Who is the better basketball player: Derek Fisher or Rafer Alston?</b><br> Is Rafor Alston gay? I mean literally gay...as in he likes to tickle mens behind their testicles.<br><br><br /><b> Rafor Alston that good or is it Derek Fisher's defense that terrible?</b><br> Hey guys, please help me translate this to Spanish... thanks<br /><br />I present to you the Los Angeles Lakers. Not only are they playing for the City of Angels, but they are also one of the greatest teams ever. More importantly, they are my favorite. The Lakers have done many impressive things, such as winning unbelievable games and scoring amazing points. For example, there’s Chamberlain’s 100-point game, and Derek Fisher’s 0.4-second buzzer beater that won the game over the Spurs.<br /><br />They have won many games and titles, including 15 Championships, 30 Conference titles, and 31 Division Titles. They have come very close to winning the Championships last year, but lost to the stupid Celtics. The Lakers have some of the game’s greatest players on their roster, including Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, and of course, Kobe Bryant. Now, they are at the championships again. This time, they are playing against the Orlando Magic. And this time, they will win back the gold.<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-1961509384656489884?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-71267202120973188702009-06-12T07:44:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:48:34.424-07:00Naruto chapter 451<center><img src="http://www.searchmanga.com/uploads/allimg/090512/Shaman_King_Chapter_KangZengBang_288_01.jpg" border="0" alt="naruto chapter 451" width="300" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Darknives Anime &amp; Manga Blog :: Naruto - Chapter 451 :: June :: 2009</strong><br>Can't wait to see how Naruto will react and what will happen. Meanwhile, a meeting of the five kages has been demanded and Sasuke is heading to Konoha quickly. Naruto 451. 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I got<br /><br />call of duty 4<br />call of duty waw<br />killzone 2<br />resident evil 5<br />grand theft auto 4<br />silent hill homecoming<br /> midnight club LA<br />monopoly<br />mlb 09 the show<br />madden 09<br />NBA live 09<br />NCAA football 09<br />and NHL 09. so none of those games what game should i ask for?OH yea and i got FEAR and FEAR 2<br><br><br /><b> PS3 question what game to buy?</b><br> Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Live Stream Game 4 Western Conference Quarter Finals NBA Playoffs where?<br><br><br /><b> Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Live Stream Game 4 Western Conference Quarter Finals NBA Playoffs where?</b><br> Los Angeles Lakers vs Utah Jazz Live Stream Game 4 NBA Playoffs April 25 | Western Conference Quarter Finals?<br><br><br /><b> Los Angeles Lakers vs Utah Jazz Live Stream Game 4 NBA Playoffs April 25 | Western Conference Quarter Finals?</b><br> Since the 2008-2009 NBA Playoffs are going to start pretty soon I decided to simulate the NBA Playoffs using NBA 2K9 for the Xbox 360. 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Graduate med school<br />3. Buy a house<br />4. Buy a dog<br />5. Start my own pediatric practice<br />6. Further my degree in medicine by specializing<br />7. Find true love<br />8. Marry her<br />9. Have kids<br />10. buy a vacation home on the ocean<br />11. retire early<br />12. learn to fly<br />13. buy a plane<br />14. travel around the world<br />15. leave a $1000 tip at a restaurant<br />16. buy Yankees season tickets<br />17. buy colts season tickets<br />18. attend all 7 games of the world series<br />19. attend the Super Bowl<br />20. attend the Stanley cup Finals<br />21. attend the NBA finals<br />22. Skydive<br />23. Go zorbing (look it up)<br />24. Write a book<br />25. Teach myself how to play the guitar<br />26. Learn to play the piano<br />27. Learn to play the drums<br />28. Watch the Indianapolis 500 from a blimp<br />29. Take a shower in a waterfall<br />30. Climb a BIG mountain<br />31. See the 7 wonders of the world<br />32. Scuba dive with sharks<br />33. Base jump<br />34. Follow a band on their European tour<br />35. Get on stage at a Dave Matthews Band concert<br />36. Write and produce a song<br />37. Write and produce a movie<br />38. Visit the grave of Kurt Cobain<br />39. Visit the grave of Jimi Hendrix<br />40. Go to Woodstock<br />41. See Led Zeppelin in concert<br />42. Go to the top of the Sears tower in Chicago and stand on the rail, with my head against the glass<br />43. Break a Guinness world record<br />44. Run all of the major marathons in the world<br />45. Enter a Triathlon<br />46. Go to the winter and summer Olympics<br />47. Dance with my wife in the rain under the Eiffel tower<br />48. Take all of my friends on a second spring break in the Bahamas (my treat)<br />49. Be able to do a double black diamond run on skis and a snowboard without falling once<br />50. Do a 720 on a skateboard<br />51. Donate a large amount to a charity<br />52. Give a homeless person a steady job<br />53. Find the remains of jimmy Hoffa<br />54. Live alone in the wild for a month <br />55. Ride a bull for 8 seconds<br />56. Open a restaurant <br />57. Stay at the Atlantis Palms resort in Dubai for a week<br />58. Stay at the under-water resort in Dubai the following week<br />59. Golf at Pebble Beach and at Augusta National and St. Andrew’s<br />60. Shoot 5 under par one 18 holes<br />61. Learn a 2nd language<br />62. Use it in a foreign country<br />63. Learn a 3rd language<br />64. And use it in a foreign country<br />65. Renew my vows with my wife at the place of her choice<br />66. Catch a 6 foot marlin<br />67. Ride a sea turtle<br />68. See a symphony at the Sydney Opera house<br />69. Learn to surf<br />70. Give someone a tattoo<br />71. Celebrate the New Year on Time Square<br />72. Celebrate the New Year in a different country<br />73. Go on a hot air balloon ride<br />74. Design a pair of shoes<br />75. Shoot my own turkey for thanksgiving<br />76. Be a vegetarian…for a day or so<br />77. Buy and restore a classic car<br />78. Dunk a basketball<br />79. Attend the world cup<br />80. Learn to play rugby<br />81. Learn to fence<br />82. Learn to play cricket<br /><br /><br />what do you think?<br />give me a star if you like it! :)<br><br><br /><b> What do you think of my bucket list?</b><br> I got snowed in today, and I was bored out of my mind so I made a list of things that I would like to do before I die...<br /><br />1. Graduate college with at least a 3.7 GPA<br />2. Graduate med school<br />3. Buy a house<br />4. Buy a dog<br />5. Start my own pediatric practice<br />6. Further my degree in medicine by specializing<br />7. Find true love<br />8. Marry her<br />9. Have kids<br />10. buy a vacation home on the ocean<br />11. retire early<br />12. learn to fly<br />13. buy a plane<br />14. travel around the world<br />15. leave a $1000 tip at a restaurant<br />16. buy Yankees season tickets<br />17. buy colts season tickets<br />18. attend all 7 games of the world series<br />19. attend the Super Bowl<br />20. attend the Stanley cup Finals<br />21. attend the NBA finals<br />22. Skydive<br />23. Go zorbing (look it up)<br />24. Write a book<br />25. Teach myself how to play the guitar<br />26. Learn to play the piano<br />27. Learn to play the drums<br />28. Watch the Indianapolis 500 from a blimp<br />29. Take a shower in a waterfall<br />30. Climb a BIG mountain<br />31. See the 7 wonders of the world<br />32. Scuba dive with sharks<br />33. Base jump<br />34. Follow a band on their European tour<br />35. Get on stage at a Dave Matthews Band concert<br />36. Write and produce a song<br />37. Write and produce a movie<br />38. Visit the grave of Kurt Cobain<br />39. Visit the grave of Jimi Hendrix<br />40. Go to Woodstock<br />41. See Led Zeppelin in concert<br />42. Go to the top of the Sears tower in Chicago and stand on the rail, with my head against the glass<br />43. Break a Guinness world record<br />44. Run all of the major marathons in the world<br />45. Enter a Triathlon<br />46. Go to the winter and summer Olympics<br />47. Dance with my wife in the rain under the Eiffel tower<br />48. Take all of my friends on a second spring break in the Bahamas (my treat)<br />49. Be able to do a double black diamond run on skis and a snowboard without falling once<br />50. Do a 720 on a skateboard<br />51. Donate a large amount to a charity<br />52. Give a homeless person a steady job<br />53. Find the remains of jimmy Hoffa<br />54. Live alone in the wild for a month <br />55. Ride a bull for 8 seconds<br />56. Open a restaurant <br />57. Stay at the Atlantis Palms resort in Dubai for a week<br />58. Stay at the under-water resort in Dubai the following week<br />59. Golf at Pebble Beach and at Augusta National and St. Andrew’s<br />60. Shoot 5 under par one 18 holes<br />61. Learn a 2nd language<br />62. Use it in a foreign country<br />63. Learn a 3rd language<br />64. And use it in a foreign country<br />65. Renew my vows with my wife at the place of her choice<br />66. Catch a 6 foot marlin<br />67. Ride a sea turtle<br />68. See a symphony at the Sydney Opera house<br />69. Learn to surf<br />70. Give someone a tattoo<br />71. Celebrate the New Year on Time Square<br />72. Celebrate the New Year in a different country<br />73. Go on a hot air balloon ride<br />74. Design a pair of shoes<br />75. Shoot my own turkey for thanksgiving<br />76. Be a vegetarian…for a day or so<br />77. Buy and restore a classic car<br />78. Dunk a basketball<br />79. Attend the world cup<br />80. Learn to play rugby<br />81. Learn to fence<br />82. Learn to play cricket<br /><br /><br />what do you think?<br />give me a star if you like it! :)<br><br><br /><b> what do you think of my bucket list?</b><br> I got snowed in today, and I was bored out of my mind so I made a list of things that I would like to do before I die...<br /><br />1.Graduate college with at least a 3.7 GPA<br />2.Graduate med school<br />3.Buy a house<br />4.Buy a dog<br />5.Start my own pediatric practice<br />6.Further my degree in medicine by specializing<br />7.Find true love<br />8.Marry her<br />9.Have kids<br />10.buy a vacation home on the ocean<br />11.retire early<br />12.learn to fly<br />13.buy a plane<br />14.travel around the world<br />15.leave a $1000 tip at a restaurant<br />16.buy Yankees season tickets<br />17.buy colts season tickets<br />18.attend all 7 games of the world series<br />19.attend the Super Bowl<br />20.attend the Stanley cup Finals<br />21.attend the NBA finals<br />22.Skydive<br />23.Go zorbing (look it up)<br />24.Write a book<br />25.Teach myself how to play the guitar<br />26.Learn to play the piano<br />27.Learn to play the drums<br />28.Watch the Indianapolis 500 from a blimp<br />29.Take a shower in a waterfall<br />30.Climb a BIG mountain<br />31.See the 7 wonders of the world<br />32.Scuba dive with sharks<br />33.Base jump<br />34.Follow a band on their European tour<br />35.Get on stage at a Dave Matthews Band concert<br />36.Write and produce a song<br />37.Write and produce a movie<br />38.Visit the grave of Kurt Cobain<br />39.Visit the grave of Jimi Hendrix<br />40.Go to Woodstock<br />41.See Led Zeppelin in concert<br />42.Go to the top of the Sears tower in Chicago and stand on the rail, with my head against the glass<br />43.Break a Guinness world record<br />44.Run all of the major marathons in the world<br />45.Enter a Triathlon<br />46. Go to the winter and summer Olympics<br />47.Dance with my wife in the rain under the Eiffel tower<br />48.Take all of my friends on a second spring break in the Bahamas (my treat)<br />49.Be able to do a double black diamond run on skis and a snowboard without falling once<br />50.Do a 720 on a skateboard<br />51.Donate a large amount to a charity<br />52.Give a homeless person a steady job<br />53.Find the remains of jimmy Hoffa<br />54.Live alone in the wild for a month <br />55.Ride a bull for 8 seconds<br />56.Open a restaurant <br />57.Stay at the Atlantis Palms resort in Dubai for a week<br />58.Stay at the under-water resort in Dubai the following week<br />59.Golf at Pebble Beach and at Augusta National and St. Andrew’s<br />60.Shoot 5 under par one 18 holes<br />61.Learn a 2nd language<br />62.Use it in a foreign country<br />63.Learn a 3rd language<br />64.And use it in a foreign country<br />65.Renew my vows with my wife at the place of her choice<br />66.Catch a 6 foot marlin<br />67.Ride a sea turtle<br />68.See a symphony at the Sydney Opera house<br />69.Learn to surf<br />70.Give someone a tattoo<br />71.Celebrate the New Year on Time Square<br />72.Celebrate the New Year in a different country<br />73.Go on a hot air balloon ride<br />74.Design a pair of shoes<br />75.Shoot my own turkey for thanksgiving<br />76.Be a vegetarian…for a day or so<br />77.Buy and restore a classic car<br />78.Dunk a basketball<br />79.Attend the world cup<br />80.Learn to play rugby<br />81.Learn to fence<br />82.Learn to play cricket<br /><br /><br />what do you think?<br><br><br /><b> What do you think about my bucket list?</b><br> I just got super bored today, because I was snowed in and I made a list of things to do before I die. <br /><br />My Bucket List<br /><br />1.Graduate college with at least a 3.7 GPA<br />2.Graduate med school<br />3.Buy a house<br />4.Buy a dog<br />5.Start my own pediatric practice<br />6.Further my degree in medicine by specializing<br />7.Find true love<br />8.Marry her<br />9.Have kids<br />10.buy a vacation home on the ocean<br />11.retire early<br />12.learn to fly<br />13.buy a plane<br />14.travel around the world<br />15.leave a $1000 tip at a restaurant<br />16.buy Yankees season tickets<br />17.buy colts season tickets<br />18.attend all 7 games of the world series<br />19.attend the Super Bowl<br />20.attend the Stanley cup Finals<br />21.attend the NBA finals<br />22.Skydive<br />23.Go zorbing<br />24.Write a book<br />25.Teach myself how to play the guitar<br />26.Learn to play the piano<br />27.Learn to play the drums<br />28.Watch the Indianapolis 500 from a blimp<br />29.Take a shower in a waterfall<br />30.Climb a BIG mountain<br />31.See the 7 wonders of the world<br />32.Scuba dive with sharks<br />33.Base jump<br />34.Follow a band on their European tour<br />35.Get on stage at a Dave Matthews Band concert<br />36.Write and produce a song<br />37.Write and produce a movie<br />38.Visit the grave of Kurt Cobain<br />39.Visit the grave of Jimi Hendrix<br />40.Go to Woodstock<br />41.See Led Zeppelin in concert<br />42.Go to the top of the Sears tower in Chicago and stand on the rail, with my head against the glass<br />43.Break a Guinness world record<br />44.Run all of the major marathons in the world<br />45.Enter a Triathlon<br />46. Go to the winter and summer Olympics<br />47.Dance with my wife in the rain under the Eiffel tower<br />48.Take all of my friends on a second spring break in the Bahamas (my treat)<br />49.Be able to do a double black diamond run on skis and a snowboard without falling once<br />50.Do a 720 on a skateboard<br />51.Donate a large amount to a charity<br />52.Give a homeless person a steady job<br />53.Find the remains of jimmy Hoffa<br />54.Live alone in the wild for a month <br />55.Ride a bull for 8 seconds<br />56.Open a restaurant <br />57.Stay at the Atlantis Palms resort in Dubai for a week<br />58.Stay at the under-water resort in Dubai the following week<br />59.Golf at Pebble Beach and at Augusta National and St. Andrew’s<br />60.Shoot 5 under par one 18 holes<br />61.Learn a 2nd language<br />62.Use it in a foreign country<br />63.Learn a 3rd language<br />64.And use it in a foreign country<br />65.Renew my vows with my wife at the place of her choice<br />66.Catch a 6 foot marlin<br />67.Ride a sea turtle<br />68.See a symphony at the Sydney Opera house<br />69.Learn to surf<br />70.Give someone a tattoo<br />71.Celebrate the New Year on Time Square<br />72.Celebrate the New Year in a different country<br />73.Go on a hot air balloon ride<br />74.Design a pair of shoes<br />75.Shoot my own turkey for thanksgiving<br />76.Be a vegetarian…for a day or so<br />77.Buy and restore a classic car<br /><br /><br />so what do you think?#41---I can still wish. lol<br /><br />and I forgot one...<br /><br />78. Go to the World Cupzorbing-you'll have to look it up. its hard to explain, but its pretty tight.<br><br><br /><b> What do you think of my bucket list?</b><br> Games I am selling: <br />Star Wars Star fighter (fair cond.)<br />Jak and Daxter (OK cond.)<br />Gran Turismo 3 (good cond.)<br />THPS 4 (OK cond.)<br />Spy Hunter (OK cond.)<br />Fifa 2007 (OK cond.)<br />NBA Live 2001 (fair cond.)<br />Final Fantasy X (fair cond.)<br />THUG 1 and THUG 2 (both fair cond.)<br />Ratchet and Clank 1 and 2 (both fair cond.)<br />NFL Gameday 2003 (OK cond.)<br />Spiderman (OK cond.)<br />Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2004 (good cond.)<br />Jak II (fair cond.)<br />Kingdom Hearts (fair cond.)<br />The Nightmare Before Christmas Oogie's Revenge (great cond.)<br />Madden 05 (OK cond.)<br />Gran Turismo 4 (OK cond.)<br />The Sims (great cond.)<br />X-Men Legends (fair cond.)<br />Guitar Hero II w/ guitar (fair cond.)<br />Simpson's Hit and Run (good cond.)<br />THANK YOU GUYS!<br><br><br /><b> I am selling and original PS2, 3 controllers, and 24 games (listed below), can I please get a price estimate?</b><br> for me my this is my top ten <br /><br />Top 10 ps2 games: <br /><br />1. 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Well, Lakers had the chance to win. It was a must-win for Magic, they got it. Lakers played pretty well in the first quarter, Kobe had a fast start. As the second quarter went on, Magic came back to be more aggressive and dominated till the end and hit big shots. Lakers just missed a little bit of detailes to take the game. Farmar's bad pass to Kobe after grabbing offensive rebound. Kobe choked in the crossover intercepted by Howard and stolen by Pietrus as Gasol tried to save it...a lot more I saw on NBAtv saying Lakers is 17-13 when leading 2-1 in nba finals. I doubt they will accomplish this time, they gotta play a tough defense if they want to escape with a win and go back to LA. They gotta prove they are a good road team and show their energy when they beat Nuggets in game 6 in Denver.<br />For game 4, I would say it goes to either team, but Lakers face more pressure, because they are the favorite to win this series and they dont wanto to go back to LA down 3-2 and probably lose the series, but I dont how is gonna turn out. Magic lose one more game, they are done. Game 3 was a close game, either Lakers could have won. what do you say?????<br><br><br /><b> Game 3: Lakers-Magic postgame thoughts and game 4 prediction?</b><br> Well what do you think<br /><br />Here's my idea, Get some one to guard Kobe Bryant<br /><br />First they had Courtney Lee the rookie who completely sucked<br />Then they had Mickael Pietrus who did alright but Kobe has the height advantage so he can still make shots <br /><br />Here is my idea replace Lee from the starting line-up with Gortat <br /><br />then get Lewis the taller player than Bryant guarding Kobe<br /><br />so it would be<br /><br />PG- Rafer Alston<br />SG- Rashard Lewis <br />SF- Hedo Turkoglu<br />PF- Marcin Gortat<br />C- Dwight Howard<br /><br />That way you will have the best big man defenders on Gasol and Bynum<br /><br />and you have found someone tall who can guard Kobe<br /><br />I think Gortat is very underated he is great defensively, and he improving<br /><br />YES, i know offensively that's not the best idea<br /><br />but start out with defense if its only like 25-20 for Orlando at the end of the first that's still a lead right<br /><br />Then once you are ahead by a fair amount you can bring out you offensive guys like Jameer, Courtney, and Mickael<br /><br />Well what do you think Orlando needs to do to Beat L.A. in Game 2<br><br><br /><b> How will Orlando come back to win Game 2 in Los Angeles?</b><br> I dunno a lot but I DO know that if Micheal Pietrus and Courtney Lee can guard LeBron, they can guard Kobe. <br /><br />Also if the Magic can win vs. Boston and Cleveland despite not having homecourt, they can at least compete and make it more than 5 games vs. the Lakers, especially since they beat them twice in the regular season. True that was early w/ Nelson there but that's still a pretty formidable team. Also if the Lakers were playing the Cavs, they'd be saying we beat them twice in the regular season...so you can't have it both ways and say the regular season don't mean nothing. Thats what the Cavs were saying about the Magic in the regular season and look how that turned out. <br /><br />You could say the Lakers have been to the Finals last year so they understand the atmosphere more, but the Celtics were the Champs last year and they had homecourt this year vs. the magic and still lost. So I'm not really sure if that means anything.<br /><br /> Problem is I don't see anyone stopping Dwight howard still, as much as I despise him for being thuggish/ immature, he is still a beast on defense. I think he eliminates Gasol/ Bynum/ Kobe, etc. The only way is if Gasol can knock down open jumpers from the perimeter to get Howard away from the basket or if Kobe gets Howard to pick up a bunch of fouls but that tactic didn't workout for Lebron so I'm not so sure. <br /><br />Plus Lebron usually isn't as erratic in his shot selection than Kobe <br />and the Magic defended him well so I dunno how that bodes for Kobe. <br /><br />Plus Kobe's been choking in important playoff games including the Finals a lot since Shaq left. So that's still a big mental hump for him to climb and I'm not sure if he's capable, though I'm sure the media, the huge fan base that LA provides and Phil Jackson's whining and lobbying the refs--put the Lakers at a huge advantage. But look where that got the Cavs and the Celtics.<br /><br />Yes, Phil whines a lot about calls, but now he's met his match w/ Stan Van Gundy. The two slimballs deserve each other, no? Perhaps that's why Red Aurbach still hates Phil- cas' Phil has no class and is the selfish person that his players like Jordan and Kobe emmulate.<br /><br />I still think the Lakers will win cas' of Kobe and Gasol saave/ basketball IQ when compared to Dwight Howard's immature-ness/ bafoonary, but I think its gonna more interesting than 5 games. <br /><br />Charlie Rosen always appeared like a cheerleader and/or bandwagoner and hopefully this series will drive this point home.<br><br><br /><b> Do you agree with Charlie Rosen that Lakers will beat Magic in 5 or is he just biased and full of it?</b><br> a. fisher wit ball; kb24, ariza runnin sideline; gasol fillin the lane<br />b. chauncey wit ball; melo, JR runnin sideline; nene fillin the lane<br />c. bibby wit ball; j smoove, marvin williams runnin sideline; horford fillin the lane<br />d. mayo wit ball; gay, warrick runnin sideline; gasol fillin the lane<br />e. mo will wit ball; lebron, delonte runnin sideline; varejao fillin the lane<br />f. steve blake wit ball; outlaw, roy runnin sideline; lamarcus fillin lane<br />g. hinrich wit ball; rose, salmons runnin sideline; tyrus thomas fillin lane<br />h. gordon wit ball; davis, thornton runnin sideline; deandre jordan fillin lane<br />i. rafer wit ball; c lee, pietrus runnin; howard fillin lane<br />j. miller wit ball; iggy, thad runnin; dalembert fillin lane<br />k. nate rob wit ball; chandler, harrington runnin; lee fillin lane etc.<br /><br />have i missed any?<br><br><br /><b> which of these fastbreaks is more intimidating?</b><br> 2-3 weeks ago, I posed a question on who will make the NBA "All-European" team (past & present) & also posed a question on who's the best NBA champs of all time, in another article.<br /><br />But come to think of it, can the best selection of European players IN THEIR PRIME beat the top tier of NBA champions in a serious game (not an "NBA All-Stars" kind of game where the players goof around & not play seriously). Well, let's examine & we'll start with the consensus #1 NBA champs of all time.<br /><br />Euro players (in their prime) versus The 90's Chicago Bulls. <br />C - Arvidas Sabonis [7"4'] versus Bill Cartwright [7"1']. <br />PF - Pau Gasol [7"0'] versus Dennis Rodman [6"8'].<br />SF - Dirk Nowitzki [7"0'] versus Scottie Pippen [6"7'].<br />SG - Drazen Petrovic [6"5'] versus Michael Jordan [6"6'].<br />PG- Tony Parker [6"2'] versus BJ Armstrong [6"2'].<br /><br />Reserves<br />C - Zydrunas Ilguaskas [7"3'] versus Luc Longley [7"2'].<br />PF - Detlef Shrempf [6"10'] versus Horace Grant [6"10'].<br />SF - Toni Kukoc [6"11'] versus *Toni Kukoc<br />SG - Hedo Torkuglu [6"10'] versus Ron Harper [6"6'].<br />PG - Sarunas Marciuolanis [6"5'] versus John Paxson [6"4'].<br /><br />11th & 12th man<br />Peja Stojakavic [6"9'] versus Jed Beuchler [6"6'].<br />Rik Smits [7"4'] versus Jason Caffey [6"10'].<br />Andrei Kirilenko [6"9'] versus Steve Kerr [6"2'].<br /><br />*The young generation nowadays doesn't know how really good Arvydas & Zydrunas were during their prime but these 2 big guys are perhaps the best big men to come out of Europe that even Pau Gasol put Arvydas in his top 5. Unfortunatley, both Vidas & the big Z are/were merely a shell of their old self in most of their NBA years.<br /><br />**I just had to add AK 47 because in the old international game, a team can actually have 15 players! And indeed, Andre, in his prime, truly deserves to be in this list & so does Peja & Smits in their prime! <br /><br />***Hate to leave-out Bill Wennington [6"11'], the late Bison Dele aka Brian Williams [6"10'], Cliff Levingston [6"7'], Robert Parish [7"0'], Dickey Simpkins [6"10'], & other Bulls players who also contributed to the 6 rings. (Who else did I fail to mention?)<br /><br />The analysis:<br /> Well, the Euro team is pretty deep, tall, & formidable especially with outside shooting - & that didn't even include Divac, Radja, Danilovic, Sasha, Zsa Zsa, Okur, Fernandez, Calderon, Pietrus, Vujovic, Darko, Medvedenko, Jarik, the Lithuanian 6"5' sharpshooter who killed the 2004 Dream team in Athens [what is his name?], & other decent Euro players I failed to mention. (Please help! Who else did I forget to mention?) <br /> <br />Anyway, the Bulls starters will definitely lead by 10-12 points after the 1st quarter because of MJ & Scottie but will be down by 10-12 points once MJ sits in parts of the 2nd & 3rd quarter since the Euro team is just too deep up to the 13th man.<br /> <br />But come the 4th quarter, when the Bulls starters plays it, they will surely erase the Euro's lead because of MJ's will & competetiveness. But who will win? One thing's for sure though, Tony Parker will eat BJ alive! (A question by Prester John)<br><br><br /><b> The best European players versus the best NBA champs (Part I)?</b><br> I used the fantasy and chose the Boston Celtics cause of their history. What do you think of the team?<br /><br />Starting line-up:<br />PG - Jose Calderon<br />SG - Allen Iverson<br />SF - Ron Artest<br />PF - Kevin Garnett<br />C - Marc Gasol<br /><br />Bench (number of minutes):<br />Shane Battier (14)<br />Michael Pietrus (12)<br />Luke Walton (12)<br />Dikembe Mutombo (8)<br />Sergio Rodriguez (4)<br />CJ Miles (4)<br /><br />Bench Warmers:<br />Sean Marks (I'm from New Zealand so I had to draft him)<br />Bill Walker<br />JJ Hickson<br />Craig Smith<br><br><br /><b> Is my NBA 2k9 team Championship Material?</b><br> Did you click?<br />Did you answer?<br />lol<br />Name your Fave Five.<br /><br />5 Point Guards:<br />Jameer Nelson, Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, Mike Bibby, Gilbert Arenas<br />5 Shooting Guards:<br />Joe Johnson, Ray Allen, Mickael Pietrus, THabo Selofosha, Tracy McGrady<br />5 Small Forwards:<br />Kevin Durant, Hedo Turkluglo, Josh Smith, Lamar Odom, Caron Butler<br />5 Power Forwards:<br />Jeff Green, Rashard Lewis, Kevin Garnett, Pau Gasol, Marvin Williams<br />5 Centers:<br />Dwight Howard, Andrew Bynum, Al Horford, Shaquille O'Neal, Ben Wallace (I take him as a Center)<br /><br />Fave 5 Teams:<br />Magic<br />Hawks<br />Thunder<br />-----------------<br />Heat & Nuggets<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-7443680852928687939?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-67683724361688220942009-06-12T07:29:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:32:41.355-07:00Derrick rose gang signs<center><img src="http://www.chicagotribune.com/media/photo/2009-06/47452067.jpg" border="0" alt="derrick rose gang signs" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Derrick Rose Gang Sign Photo Controversy: Rose Calls It A Bad Joke</strong><br>Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose moved quickly to try to tamp down a growing controversy over a photo circulating online of him flashing gang signs. 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Isrel vrs Iran// War - and US??</b><br> Recession: With War or Without It?<br />by Gary North<br />by Gary North <br /><br /> <br />DIGG THIS<br /><br />The world's economy has been in growth mode at least since 1991. China has been in growth mode since 1979. The American economy had a sharp recession in 1991. Asia had a financial crisis in 1998. America had a very brief, very shallow recession in 2001. The Federal Reserve System pumped in money at an accelerating rate after mid-2000 through 2004, and did not go to tight money until the month Bernanke took over: February 2006. Inflation overcame the recession of 2001, and it overcame the crisis of 9/11, but it created the housing bubble and the commodity bubble. <br /><br />The housing bubble has popped. This is going to take the price of housing in the United States lower than it is today. I think 20% lower is a conservative figure. We are nowhere near the end of this popped bubble. <br /><br />The commodity bubble is still in full force. It is a worldwide bubble. The price of energy and the price of rice and other food commodities have received most of the attention. <br /><br />Federal Reserve policy since early 2006 has been one of relatively stable money. There is a lot of chatter to the contrary, but if we look at the two most significant monetary indicators, the adjusted monetary base and M1, we see that there has been very little growth in either. This is why the United States is now either in a recession or is facing one in the next few months. When a period of monetary inflation ends, economies go into recession. The American economy is slowing down, and it will continue to slow down. <br /><br />Both China and India have expanded their money supplies dramatically for a decade. Both countries are now facing a crisis of rising prices. Price inflation is a major threat to the continued prosperity of both countries. <br /><br />China's government has begun to impose selective price controls. This is creating shortages and production bottlenecks. India's government is considering doing the same thing. What both governments need to do is to tell their central banks to cease buying all government debt and all assets of any kind. The central banks need to stop inflating the money supply. But if the banks do this, both countries will experience major recessions. The governments do not want to have major recessions, but they also do not want to experience the effects of monetary inflation: price inflation. So, both of them are tempted to go back to the traditional policy of imposing price controls. This always creates shortages, and it always reduces the rate of growth of the economy. China and India are trapped. <br /><br />AN INTERNATIONAL TRAP <br /><br />The United States is in the same trap. The headlines scream of the skyrocketing costs of energy and food, but the broader consumer price indexes indicate slow increases: maybe 3% a year. This is because families are readjusting their budgets. As the prices of gasoline and food rise, families are forced to cut back expenditures in other areas. So, the general price indexes are not rising dramatically, but families are struggling with their budgets. <br /><br />This struggle will get much worse this winter, when the price of heating oil rises. This will exacerbate the existing economic slowdown. Furthermore, the rising price of oil means a rising balance of payments deficit for the United States. Oil-exporting countries are the main beneficiaries of the rising price of oil. This means that foreign sellers of oil will get the lion's share of the increase of the price of oil. American producers will pay for the prosperity of the oil exporting countries. They will pay in the form of reduced demand for their products. <br /><br />The world is facing simultaneous recession. Meanwhile, the American financial system has absorbed hundreds of billions of dollars of IOUs from home buyers who cannot possibly pay off their debts. They are in the process of defaulting to the lenders. This has created a crisis for America's largest banks, and for several major European banks. <br /><br />We all know the story by now, but psychologically, most Americans have not adjusted to the new economic reality. Most investors have not adjusted. Yes, the American stock market is down by 20% since last October. But still they think a recovery is just around the corner. The media keep saying this. American investors still have faith that the economy is essentially healthy, that there will not be a continuing fall in the stock market, and that the economy will not go into recession and stay in the recession for two or more years. <br /><br />So far, I am giving you the good news. The good news is there is going to be an international recession, rising corporate bankruptcies, bank failures, and retrenchment by consumers because they can no longer pay the rising cost of energy. <br /><br />Why is this good news? Because this recession is going to put a cap on the rising cost of energy. Commodity prices will fall during the recession; this includes the price of oil. <br /><br />NO MORE FISCAL WIGGLE ROOM <br /><br />Americans have steadily stopped saving over the last 28 years. In 1981, they saved over 11% of their discretionary income. Today, they save nothing. They are now in full spending mode. They have borrowed money against their future income, against their home equity, and on simple promises to pay (signature loans: credit cards). They have stretched themselves thin with respect to debt. <br /><br />If oil goes to $400 a barrel, or $500 a barrel, and stays there for a year, American consumers will be in panic mode. They will have to cut their budgets, and they have forgotten how to cut their budgets. They have forgotten how to save. <br /><br />The strategy of the optimists is to tell us that the worst is over economically. This is the government's official position. Chairman Ben Bernanke does not say this. He keeps hinting of more trouble to come. He keeps telling us that the Federal Reserve System is monitoring events. He keeps implying that there is some sort of rabbit still remaining in the Federal Reserve System's hat which they can pull out if the banking system moves into paralysis mode. But he doesn't tell us what these rabbits are, or under what conditions the FED will pull them out of its hat. <br /><br />The good news regarding the economy in general is not backed up by anything specific. The government tells us that the worst is over, but there are almost no indications that the worst is over. The housing market is still in decline. Foreclosures are still rising rapidly. The lenders are not selling foreclosed properties at market prices. Instead, they keep buying back the properties. There is a growing inventory of unsold properties on the books of the lenders. Meanwhile the two major sources of liquidity for the housing market, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, are verging on bankruptcy. On Wednesday, July 9, the stock price of Freddie Mac dropped by 23%. Yet its stock price was down over 50% since January. These two stocks have continued to fall. <br /><br />Everywhere we look on the horizon of the domestic economy, there is bad news. There is no sector of the economy that is improving, unless it is heavily funded by the Federal government. Health care has not slumped, because health care as funded by Medicare and other state and local government programs. <br /><br />This means that the Federal deficit is going to get worse in any recession. Medicare and Social Security are non-discretionary spending items. The revenues will fall. So, the supposed strength sectors of the economy are in fact guarantees of a government fiscal crisis. If the general economy slumps, the Federal deficit is likely to go over $500 billion a year. <br /><br />When the recession hits, commodity prices will fall. If the recession does not hit, commodity prices will continue to rise. But rising commodity prices will force bankruptcies in those firms that are not in a position to pass on increased costs to their consumers. This means industries associated with discretionary spending. If your company is dependent upon discretionary spending by the public, your job is at risk. If the recession hits, your company will suffer. If the recession doesn't hit, rising commodity prices will squeeze your company. Consumers will spend their money for gasoline and heating oil, not on the products or services your company produces. <br /><br />The boom economy has not been based primarily on non-discretionary income. The boom has come at the margin: those areas of the economy in which consumers do have the option of spending their money rather than saving it. <br /><br />So far, I have been giving you the good news. The good news is there is going to be an international recession, rising corporate bankruptcies, bank failures, and retrenchment by consumers because they can no longer pay the rising cost of energy. <br /><br />THE BAD NEWS <br /><br />The bad news is that the State of Israel is increasingly likely to launch an air strike on suspected Iranian nuclear weapons production facilities. <br /><br />I have discussed this before. If this happens, the price of oil will skyrocket. This will force massive readjustments of family budgets in every country on a permanent basis. This is going to force producers to fire people out of fear of bankruptcy. Consumers are going to stop buying much in the area of discretionary income. That is, those items that can be cut back will be cut back. <br /><br />This could mean you. <br /><br />If the State of Israel launches an attack on Iran, the economic news will get really bad really fast all over the world. So, the most important question today is whether or not the Israeli Air Force will attack Iran. From an economic standpoint, this is the crucial question. <br /><br />Here, too, the mainstream media have generally promoted optimism. They suggest that the Israelis will not attack Iran. The problem is, they can't point to anything specific that officials in the State of Israel have said that indicates that there will not be an attack. On the contrary, officials there keep saying "no comment." <br /><br />Something else is really ominous. The political leaders in the countries over which Israeli bombers will have to fly are deadly silent. They are not telling Israel in full public view that if Israel sends planes over their airspace, they will go to war with Israel. They are not saying that they are preparing right now to shoot down every Israeli plane that flies over their airspace. They are saying nothing. Why? I think the main reason is that they will not back up their words with deeds. They will not shoot down Israeli planes. They say nothing in public because they will do nothing if the overflights take place. If they go public with bellicose threats today, their own people will turn on them if they fail to back up their words with deeds if the flights take place. "You said you would do something. You did nothing. Get out!" This could start internal revolutions in the overflown countries. Silence is golden. It's yellow, but it's golden. <br /><br />This tells me that the overflight countries' leaders think the attack may take place. They would prefer to be accused of having been caught flat-footed by the Israeli Air Force than unwilling to back up a threat. <br /><br />American officials are offering the bipartisan line: "We must settle this through diplomacy." (To which Israeli government officials can respond, Tonto-like: "Who you mean we, paleface?") They are not saying anything about what sanctions against the State of Israel that America will impose as soon as Israeli jets bomb Iran. That is because there will be no such sanctions. <br /><br />Admiral Mullen supposedly sent Israel a statement in early July saying that the United States has not issued a green light for an Israeli attack on Iran. This supposedly means something important in itself. It means nothing in itself. What it means is the United States has not issued a red light against an Israeli attack on Iran. This means that there is no stop sign. There is no red light, so the absence of a green light means nothing. <br /><br />Of course no one has said that the United States will help Israel in such an attack. So what? Israeli officials are not asking for a public offer of American help. If the United States and those governments over which the Israeli Air Force must fly are not issuing public statements at this time warning that there will be significant negative sanctions imposed on the State of Israel as soon as the attack is launched, then this is an implied green light. <br /><br />Do we imagine that senior decision-makers in the Israeli government care a whit about the lack of an official American green light to their attack on Iran? They are as unconcerned about the lack of a green light as Iran is unconcerned about President Bush's threat of sanctions if Iran does not comply with all requirements announced by the Bush administration. Iran knows what Israel knows: the Bush administration is terminal. It will end on January 20, 2009. It has no teeth. Lame ducks don't bite. They merely squawk. <br /><br />Why should we think that either Iran or Israel gives a fig about the red light/green light debate? American pundits may think this debate is important, but why should anyone with common sense think it's important? <br /><br />TIMETABLES <br /><br />Iraq has announced that the United States must pull out its troops. It is demanding dates for this withdrawal. The Bush administration is pooh-poohing all this, and will not under any circumstances announce such a timetable, but so what? There is a timetable for the Bush administration's withdrawal: January 20, 2009. <br /><br />This means that the United States is going to be pressured by Iraq's government to leave Iraq from now on. Most of the troops will be forced to leave Iraq unless things change dramatically. Then what will be done with the 14 major military bases that have been built? <br /><br />As the pressure increases to force us to leave Iraq, and as the pressure from the Taliban increases in Afghanistan, and as the pressure from voters increases to get our troops out of both countries, and as the likelihood of the election of Obama increases, decision-makers in the State of Israel are caught between the proverbial rock and a hard place. <br /><br />If the United States pulls out of the region, the State of Israel will be left high and dry. But there is another possible scenario. If Iran's surrogate Shia forces in the region take on the United States troops in reaction to an Israeli attack on Iran, American public opinion will swing in favor of keeping the troops there, no matter what. "Who do those Iranians think they are? We issued no green light to the Israelis. It's not our fault." If Iran begins to supply weapons to Shia forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the American death rate goes up, then American voters will switch back to a pro-war position. At least, this is a possibility. Americans do not like to be pushed around. <br /><br />Any escalation of war in the region will create havoc for the supply of oil. The world economy is moving into recession already; it may go into a true depression if oil goes to $500 and stays there. So, the stakes are enormous. <br /><br />The outcome is no longer in the hands of the United States, Europe, Asia, or any of the other outsiders to the Middle East. The outcome, or at least the trigger, is completely in the hands of the decision-makers in the State of Israel. They hold the gun. <br /><br />Unless the United States and Western Europe tell the decision-makers in the State of Israel that Europe and the United States will impose significant negative sanctions after an attack on Iran, then decision-makers there are going to make a decision based on the self-interest of the ruling party, not the self-interest of American or European voters. They are going to take care of their perceived problem, exactly as we would expect any other national political leaders would take care of their problem. <br /><br />That's why all talk about war being a threat to the self-interest of the whole makes sense only if the Israelis conclude that the economic crisis will be so severe that it will take them down in the whirlpool of economic collapse. They are not afraid of military retaliation from Iran. They are also not afraid of the United States, Europe, Asia, or any other coalition that does not have the backbone to say in advance that there will be major sanctions placed on the State of Israel if there is an attack on Iran. <br /><br />This is why I am concerned about the threat of an Israeli attack on Iran. I am in no way calmed by statements attributed to Admiral Mullen. When Admiral Mullen holds a press conference and says publicly that there is no green light for an attack by the Israeli Air Force on Iran, and that any flyover of Iraq by Israeli planes will lead to shoot downs of Israeli planes by American planes, then I will stop worrying about the threat of an attack on Iran by the Israeli Air Force. How likely do you think such a press conference is? <br /><br />We must face reality: the decision to go to war with Iran is 100% in the hands of Israeli decision-makers. It is not in the hands of the United States, Europe, or Asia. In other words, the economic fate of the West over the next decade is now in the hands of decision-makers who are concerned about the long-term survival of their own country. They are concerned because they do not want to have Iran in the possession of nuclear weapons. Both candidates for President have said the same thing. <br /><br />We have seen saber-rattling by the Iranians with the film-doctored test of the missiles this week. These missiles are militarily useless as weapons against the Israelis. They are as irrelevant militarily as Germany's V-2 missiles were in 1945. They cannot inflict enough damage to make a difference, unless they are used against Saudi Arabian oil fields. But, if they had a nuclear warhead, that would make all the difference. The Israelis know this. So, they are going to make their decision in terms of this long-term threat. <br /><br />The main inhibition against an attack is the possible collapse of the Western economy, which buys Israeli-produced goods. This threat may be sufficient to keep them from attacking. I dearly hope that it is. But it is naГЇve to believe that they are going to make their decision because of worries about whether Admiral Mullen has issued a green light or not. <br /><br />CONCLUSION <br /><br />When you invest your money, do not ignore the worst-case scenario. Set aside some of your money on the assumption that the worst-case will come true. This is what any military strategist does. He makes his decisions in terms of what the enemy can do, not what it would be convenient for the enemy to do. <br /><br />I suggest that you be aware of this threat. I suggest that you sit down with the family budget and outline what your response would be if the price of gasoline were $10 a gallon or $15 a gallon or $20 a gallon. What would you do? I know what you would do. You would drive less. <br /><br />Ignore the happy-face assessments of the geopolitical strategists. Ignore the happy-face assessment of the Secretary of the Treasury, Henry "Goldman Sachs" Paulson. These assessments are being issued to keep panic from spreading. <br /><br />I am doing my best to encourage people to take rational steps with some of their liquid assets: to hedge themselves against the possibility that there will be an attack on Iran before January 20, 2009. This doesn't mean that I think such an attack is a sure thing. Decision-makers in the State of Israel are going to have to live with $400 oil, just like all the rest of us. They may decide that this risk is too great. They may decide to put up with the threat of a future nuclear-armed Iran. I won't bet all of my money on this. I don't think you should either. <br /><br />July 12, 2008 <br /><br />Gary North [send him mail] is the author of Mises on Money. Visit http://www.garynorth.com.<br><br><br /><b> Recession : With War or Without it ? Isrel vrs Iran// War - and US??</b><br> http://www.lewrockwell.com/blog/lewrw/archives/021929.html<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_presidential_election%2C_2009<br /><br />Next year, Iran is holding a presidential election. Ahmadinejad's approval ratings are about half those of Bush, due to his Keynesian socialist economic policies. Last year, there were riots after he implemented gas rationing, in a country that has more oil than almost any other country ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2007_Iranian_petrol_rationing_riots ). Ahmadinejad's extreme socially conservatism and hawkishness are unpopular with a good number of Iranians for the same reason that the extreme social conservatism and hawkishness of the Neo-Con wing of the Republican Party is highly unpopular in the our country.<br /><br />Why are our elected officials aiding the re-election campaign of this lunatic president of Iran who is expected to lose the election? Why can't they listen to the new pro-Israel lobby J-Street?<br><br><br /><b> Why are our elected leaders in Washington doing everything they can to help Ahmadinejad get re-elected?</b><br> 2010 Was Not A Good Year To Be President<br /><br /><br />Welcome to Toastmasters, June 13, 2033. That's right: 2033.<br /><br />Today Rick Campbell, one of our senior members at age 87, is here to reminisce a bit and give us a history lesson. He says he is so old that he learned to drive an internal combustion engine car (remember those) with a manual transmission. He once owned a typewriter. He remembers when bicycles had one speed, phones had two-party lines, and cameras had something called film. As incredible as this may seem, he says that when he was young, it was common for people to smoke in restaurants and public places. He is from a different time; almost a different world.<br /><br />I'm sure all of us are far too familiar with the tragic events of 2010, so Rick is not going to plow that fertile field again. Instead, he is going to give us a personal look back at the conditions which led up to that fateful year, in a speech titled "2010 Was Not A Good Year To Be President."<br /><br />"2010 Was Not A Good Year To Be President"<br /><br />Yes, 2010 was long ago and far away.<br /><br />As we look back on history, it appears that some Presidents had an easy ride- times of growth and stability. Teddy Roosevelt, Warren G. Harding, Dwight Eisenhower, Bill Clinton come to mind. Those were good years to be President.<br /><br />Others were elected just when the Republic was facing terrible crises: <br /><br /> <br /><br />Abraham Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson, Franklin Roosevelt, George W. Bush. They rose to the occasion, even though they were controversial and widely hated while in office. Not such good years to be President.<br /><br />Just a few years prior, in 2008, the country began foundering. We were in the sixth year of the Iraqi Occupation, and the economy was flat. The mainstream press clearly wanted a Democrat elected.<br /><br />Although we didn't know it until some years later, oil producing nations had colluded to secretly buy their own oil on the open market, driving oil prices to shocking levels above the true demand price- reaching a high of $162 a barrel in October, 2008, just before the general elections.<br /><br />Their purpose was simple: to effect regime change in the United States.<br /><br />And of course, the U.S. economy was already in a real estate slump and also suffering the curse of stagflation; slow growth and high inflation.<br /><br />There were a million home foreclosures.<br /><br />Independent truckers went under by the thousands.<br /><br />Airlines failed. Airlines with names now long-forgotten: United, Delta, Northwestern, American. All now merged, of course, into the one lone U.S. carrier we love so much: Southwest.<br /><br />Against this backdrop of weariness of the war on terror, and economic distress, the American people were ripe for a demagogue, and they certainly got one in Barack Hussein Obama.<br /><br />He and his running mate Kathlene Sibelius inspired them with vague notions of hope and change; of a world in which diplomacy settled all international problems, of free universal health care, of abundant alternative energy, of peace and love.<br /><br />It was a vision too good to resist.<br /><br />The Republican nominee, a name you probably haven't heard in years anyone? <br /><br />Yes, it was John McCain, an obscure Senator from Arizona had no clue how to run a national campaign, and a platform nearly as liberal as Obama's.<br /><br />The selection of Condoleeza Rice as his running mate looked brilliant at first. Unfortunately, black voters viewed her as white, and women voters viewed her as one of the guys.<br /><br />Even so, the McCain/Rice ticket would have won the election if it weren't for the fact that 16 percent of conservative Republicans voted for anyone remember? That's right, Bob Barr, another name that's a footnote in history.<br /><br />After Obama's narrow win, thanks to recounts in Broward County, Florida, the country was positively giddy. A Democrat House, Senate, and President. At last an end to gridlock in Washington. <br /><br /> <br /><br />Camelot!<br /><br />When Congress convened in January, 2009, the 44th President of the United States did something unique in history: he made good on his campaign promises.<br /><br />Certainly most Americans never really thought he was serious during the campaign. But whether because of inexperience, idealism, or simply incompetence, he followed through.<br /><br />In Obama's first One Hundred Days, the Congress passed his initiatives, and he signed them into law as he said he would.<br /><br />He repealed the Bush tax cuts, and increased capital gains taxes.<br /><br />He enacted a windfall profits tax, and instituted price controls on <br />gasoline and diesel fuel.<br /><br />He passed universal health care, which added an additional 10 percent tax increase on all working Americans.<br /><br />He signed the Immigrant Amnesty bill which created 12 million new citizens instantly, each with entitlements.<br /><br />He closed the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, and summarily released all the detainees.<br /><br />He repealed the Patriot Act, and cut funding for espionage, and eliminated all terrorist listening and wiretaps.<br /><br />Most important, he began the complete and immediate withdrawal of all American troops from Iraq.<br /><br />He ignored the advice of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who wanted to retain bases in Kuwait and Qatar. Instead, he went with the recommendation of Secretary of Defense Dennis Kucinich, and ordered all troops back to U.S. soil.<br /><br />Viola! In One Hundred Days, by May of 2009, it was all done, and the vision was complete. He did exactly what he said he would do.<br /><br />And so it was in the summer of 2009 that things began to unravel for Obama.<br /><br />Of course, the economy needed a tax cut, not an increase, and unemployment quickly rose to 12 percent. Even attorneys and economists were put in the bread lines. Hard times!<br /><br />Price con! trols on gasoline immediately led to shortages and gas lines.<br /><br />The global cooling trend we have seen for the past 25 years first became obvious in 2009, exposing the CO2 global warming fraud. <br /><br /> <br /><br />People were justifiably angry.<br /><br />Federal deficits increased massively because thousands of baby boomers, facing job loss and much higher taxes, simply gave up and took social security.<br /><br />Although the superb U.S. health care system was thrown into disarray, the bright spot was the creation of the Federal Department of Health care, and the immediate hiring of 250,000 administrators, inspectors and auditors, the only job growth in any economic sector in 2009.<br /><br />By February 2010, the U.S. military withdrawal from Iraq was complete. It was a very expensive undertaking.<br /><br />And then in March, the gradual Shiite insurgencies from Iran turned into a true Iraqi civil war. In May, Iranian tanks crossed the border and quickly took Baghdad. Although the exact number is not know, at least 230,000 Sunni Iraqis died as we stood by.<br /><br />Iran also quickly moved into undefended Kuwait.<br /><br />President Obama did exactly what he said he would. He sent Secretary of State, Maria Cantwell, to Tehran to meet with Iranian President Ahmadinejad.<br /><br />After two weeks of high level talks, the United States agreed to allow Iran to retain Iraq and Kuwait to create stability in the middle east, with the understanding that Israel would not be disturbed.<br /><br />Cantwell returned to Washington, and explained the agreement in her famous speech, in which she proudly noted that the Obama administration had finally achieved "peace in our time" in the Middle East.<br /><br />So there was some surprise at the rocket attacks on Tel Aviv on August 14th.<br /><br />President Obama said, "This is not the Mahmoud Ahmadinejad I knew."<br /><br />The Obama administration decided it would be de-stabilizing to take sides in the conflict, and approximately 29,000 Israeli civilians died during the summer and fall.<br /><br />American Jews were appalled at the inaction. Yes, in 2010 most American Jews were Democrats, but because of 2010, they are solid Republicans today.<br /><br />As awkward as it was, everything might have turned out all right for the Obama administration going into the fall mid-term elections of 2010, if it hadn't been for the dirty bomb in the Port of Long Beach.<br /><br />The administration had cut funding for the inspection of containers, <br />because they felt it showed a "lack of trust" in the international trading community.<br /><br />It wasn't really a very big bomb, and thank goodness, not a real nuclear device, but nonetheless it contaminated some expensive real estate-Newport Beach, Palos Verdes Estates- and ultimately caused the death of 14,000 Americans. People were especially annoyed that Disneyland had to be closed for decontamination.<br /><br />And so, in the midterm elections, Republicans regained control of both the House and Senate, and the rest is history.<br /><br />The impeachment proceedings against President Obama for "failure to protect and defend" were swift and nearly unanimous. Vice President&nbs! p;Sibeli us resigned. Newly-elected Speaker of the House, J.C. Watts, became the 45th President of the United States.<br /><br />But you know the rest of the story well.<br /><br />Republicans finished the war on Islamic fundamentalists, largely by aiming ICBM's at Mecca and Medina.<br /><br />No Democrat has been elected President since.<br /><br />Republicans have held both Houses of Congress.<br /><br />History of Western Civilization and Economics are now taught in all public schools, and in English only.<br /><br />Marriage is defined as one man and one woman.<br /><br />And there are border fences, north and south.<br /><br />We old codgers remember the ancient Confucian curse: "May you live in interesting times."<br /><br />Well, 2010 was an interesting year, but it was not a good year to be president."<br /><br /> <br /><br />(Far fetched? We are likely to find out if we continue to be unaware of the issues and vote with our emotions rather than be studious in our approach to electing our "public officials".)Elvira(aka nasty bi-ch)..and anyone else..I did not write a word of this, just put it out as it was foward to me..<br><br><br /><b> Want to read a little story?</b><br> The startling revelation that all 24 intelligence agencies in our government agree that Iran stopped their nuclear weapons development in 2003 is a shot across the bow of G.W. Bush and Dick Cheney.<br /><br />Seriously furious over how Bush and Cheney misused ambiguous intelligence data back in 2002 and 2003 to justify a pre-emptive invasion of Iraq, the CIA and the rest of our vast Intelligence Community made certain this week by taking the unprecedented step of releasing for full public viewing the latest National Intelligence Estimate (NIE) so that the American people, the media, the Congress and especially the 2008 presidential candidates know the truth - without a White House filter.<br /><br />In other words, our Intel Community wanted it known that Iran does not have a nuclear weapons development program. <br /><br />They wanted this known before Bush and Cheney take our nation - again - down the road toward an unnecessary pre-emptive surgical strike in Iran which would have devastating economic, military and energy ramifications.<br /> <br /><br /><br /> <br />Make no mistake about this: the Intel Community’s action is a direct shot across Bush/Cheney’s bow.<br /><br />We have never - ever seen anything quite like this in our history. Here we have an Executive Branch Agency - the CIA - and 23 other departments/agencies - all of whom report to the President of the United States. And they are basically saying to him, “We no longer trust you to tell the American people the truth. You distorted and misused intelligence on Iraq and we are not going to allow you to do it again.”<br /><br />WOW!<br /><br />This has huge ramifications.<br /><br />1) Bush is not just a вЂlame duck’ politically; he is now a Dead Duck.<br /><br />2) The Super-Hawks calling for surgical strikes against Iran in the next year have been de-fanged;<br /><br />3) Hillary is hurt even more in the Democratic race for wanting to go after Iran;<br /><br />4) The GOP candidates - except Ron Paul - look like Bush Toadies for all salivating at the chance to go after Iran in an Election Year;<br /><br />5) Bush/Cheney may trot out another excuse to hit Iran: that Iranian agents are infiltrating Iraq and hitting and hurting US troops. This is probably true and was predicted in this space 5 years ago. Retaliation may be justified, but not hitting Iran nuke sites;<br /><br />6) In sum, this takes Iran off the table as a major 2008 issue, shatters the remaining credibility of the Republican establishment, crushes the neo-cons, who have caused us so much trouble, and puts this Administration on ice.<br /><br />We effectively have a care-taker government until January 20, 2009.To racist answer man: google "sunburn missile" iran doesnt need to go nuclear to make israel disappear. educate yourself<br><br><br /><b> The End of Days.....Bush`s Days.....?</b><br> I believe that if you spend 10 minutes reading this essay, you will be better informed than if you listen to a lifetime's worth of Major Media news. This article has two parts:<br />1. Cultural and general info <br />2. Political info. <br />Note: I've explained everything.Any answers before reading the whole thing will prove to be wrong.Specially the political part.I've provided evidance for whatever I say.It's just the way it is.<br />****<br />Part 1: Cultural and general info <br />Hi. I'm a 19 year old Iranian who has spent his life in Iran.I study English.When I chat with people from other countries, I am shocked to see how totally wrong their ideas are about Iran. I wrote this article in an attempt to help correct those ideas.<br />The first thing America, and the West in general, accuses our government of is that we don't allow personal freedoms. Actually, Iranians disobey laws they don't like as much as anyone.There are only a few restrictions.It's cool over here. People here do whatever they wish to! Many strict rules in other countries don't even exist in Iran. Also, you should understand that what may seem so normal to you, may be a nightmare for us and vise versa.Some of Iran's laws are based on OUR culture. You look at our country from "your own point of view"! In Iran every single house has a sattelite dish. Sattelite television has a serious influence on our people, and Iranians wear very fashionable clothing. Maybe it is a kind of imitation, but we still have our own unique Iranian style. A visitor might wonder if this is a country or a fantasy pageant of beauty queens! Almost women wear half their their hair out, and make-up and fashionable clothing are everywhere.I ignore a few fuddy-duddies though! We look at the world in a beautiful way, cos we know what's it like! Many of you don't even have a clue what's life like in other countries! Buy a satllite.It's worth it! I assure you!<br />You would be surprised to see the difference between what you imagine and what Iran really is! <br />In my view, everything is great, if you ignore unemployment, drugs, inflation and air pollution. (Common problems in today's world?) Also, you can't compare Iran today with the Iran you remember. The Shah and the Iatollah Khomini are both some 30 years in the past! 70% of Iran's population is a new generation (Under age 30) without the biases of the past and we've transformed everything.<br />Ever heard Iranian girls are terrific?I've collected some photos showing Iranian girls! Look! Poeple are like this!<br />http://www.salijoon.ir/bazigar/hedye%20tehrani/30nema4251159.JPG<br />http://www.30nema.com/images/gallery/30nema4252403.jpg<br />http://i10.tinypic.com/4clk3us.jpg<br />http://tinypic.com/2d0nfao.jpg Enough proof?<br />Some people think women don't have any rights in Iran. But in my view, women are overrunning the place. They're very respectful, and they've been the winners in so many cases: They get into the best universities because they're very smart. And they get the best jobs because they can do so many of them better than men. They've got Islamic rights, and that has in some cases made it difficult for men to marry them, because husbands are supposed to buy them expensive things and treat them very well, otherwise women have the right to ask a great amount of money (called Mehr) according to the law, which most husbands cannot afford, so men will be imprisoned.The only thing that women are not allowed to do in Iran is getting into public football stadiums and that's because such places are full of cheeky guys. They do anything from taking part in rallies to singing pop songs.Anything! I've put a sample here. <br />Another funny thing: Your footage about stoning the women who have committed adultery. Have you ever asked yourselves how many years ago that footage related to? Are they balck and white or colourful? But in one case (related to many years ago) the thing that had happened was incest not adultery. Most of those footages are from Afghanistan which was ruled by freaks (Taliban) or the very early days just after Iran's revolution! Otherwise you'd get new footages at least once a month!What exactly makes you think women are treated differently?The way they were/are treated in Saudi Arabia? Try to think of the racism in your country too. Each country has its own problems.I found a BOOK of the U.S problems and it got me dizzy! Iran has its own problems too.<br />Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan are --------- SEPERATE COUNTRIES! --------- Even within Iran, 60% of us are Persian and 30% are Turkish! Iran is a normal country like any other in the world. The Media are very good at creating really scary stuff: "IRAN BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS!!!" "IRAN UNDERCOVER!!!" Some of that garbage would be enough to scare ME away! But in truth, Iranians are far more open-minded than you have been led to believe. <br />There are lots of Iranians today who are geniuses and scientists, and are all under age 25. For instance a 17 year old boy has invented 72 amazing inventions. Every year a special scientific compeition is held here and students assemble to show off hundreds of inventions. Iranian students and sportsmen win gold and silver medals in different competitions in the world all the time, in robotics, biology, maths, physics, sports, anything! Why don't the Media talk about them? Please don't summarize our nation and culture with the single word "nuclear". Although we're proud of this achievement because we believe that having nuclear energy means that a country is developed.Did you know that the countries having the highest number of scientists in the world are in this order? 1-India 2-Korea 3-Iran <br /><br /><br />A few months ago Iran uncovered the most effective anti-H.I.V medicine. I searched for news of that on the internet, but there was no single sign of it.Now, I found it among the English news: "The medicine is produced from herbs using nano technology" The link to read about it is: http://www.payvand.com/news/07/feb/1032.html<br />The Media are unjust. They never talk about facts! <br />Some interesting facts: <br />Iran is a pioneer in medicine and genetics, and Iranian surgeons have found lots of new methods for treating spinal defects, and many diseases (mainly the treatment for different types of cancer) and the best brain and heart surgeons are Iranian.The pioneer in heart transplants and artificiall hearts and so on and so! (I've put two websites below) The head of the Mars Mission in NASA is Iranian. One of the best designers of sports cars working in Germany is Iranian. Some of the best 3D animators are Iranian. Iran is one of the best countries in counter-engineering. Holds the second place in building dams and in loads of other things! It's one of the top countries in bio-technology and nano-technology. The 4th highest tower in the world (Milad tower) is in Tehran (visit it at this link from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Milad.jpg ). 51 of the top 100 universities in the Mid-East are in Iran, and they're among the top universities of the world as well. The champion weight-lifter, a woman the nobel peace prize are Iranian. The 6th top movie director in the world is Iranian.(Abbas Kiarostami) http://arts.guardian.co.uk/fridayreview/story/0,12102,1084266,00.html<br />Iranian Director's Film Wins Spanish Festival Top Prize - VOA News (September 25, 2004) These are just small samples.I can't put every news about Iran here.Then you should visit press TV website.<br />Iranian girls are famous for being terrific. We have Persian rugs and Persian literature, many Persian poets, artists and scientists that are world famous. Iranian culture is now westernized and only a little of the ancient culture has survived. According to statistics Tehran is the cheapest capital city in the world (one Dollar =about 950 Tomans! For example you can buy windows vista for 1 Dollar here instead of 700 Dollars!!!wow!) There are many other things. How many pages would you need to describe a country? Iran has nearly all the industries and technologies found in 'developed' countries. Oh, and we have four seasons! We get a lot of snow and there are skating rinks! lol The list is endless.<br /><br />I'm gonna introduce Iran's international news website to you (Press TV) which was established recently. It's fully in English. In the "Sic / Tech" section you'll always see Iran's discoveries. The address is: http://www.presstv.ir/news.aspx Press TV news: Iranian scientists have registered more than 4800 inventions during the last Iranian calendar year of 1385 (April 21 2006-April 20, 2007). 4800 inventions in just one year!<br />The list of highly-respected Iranian scientists in the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Iranian_scientists_and_engineers#T<br />The list of notable Iranian figures and pioneers: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Medicine_in_Iran<br />An extract: Iranian medical community is a significant part of medical community in US and Europe<br />Enough evidence?<br /><br />Some people think Iran is a desert! Well, it is, if you consider California a desert. We share the same latitude. Iran is a modern country with breathtakingly beautiful nature and lots of historic places to visit. Please take a look at the following links to see if Iran looks like what you think or not! This is a photo of Tehran (Awesome, Isn't it?): http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Tehran-2-1600.jpg <br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tehran <br /><br />If you like you can visit these too, hundreds of pretty photos from the cities, nature and historic places: (It's like a free tour!)<br /><br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Hills_south_west_of_Sanandaj_near_the_village_of_Kilaneh.jpg<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=all<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=2<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com:80/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=4<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=13<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran<br /><br />Some people think music is forbidden in Iran. "Music of Iran and Iranian musicians have received countless awards in the course of history. Every year from 1977 to 2007.Evidence? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Iran<br />I send Iranian music to my American and Canadian chat friends and they all say they're some of the best songs they've ever heard. <br />Here's a sample of the latest hits from two official Iranian music websites.You can just right click on the links below and choose "Save Target As" to download them.I guess you'll fall for it! Iranian music is just modern pop and the best sort of it.<br />1.(You know this: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Neorin%20-%20To%20Ino%20Miduni.mp3<br />2.(Hold my hand: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/09_%20Dastamo%20Begir.mp3<br />3.(The wetness of your eyes: 2006) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Ehsan%20Gheibi%20-%20Khisie%20Cheshmat.mp3<br />4.(I just want you: 2003) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Mansour/Crazy/Delam%20Faghat%20Toro%20Mikhaad(www.Bia2Music.com).MP3<br />5.(The rain: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2005%20Baroon%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />6.(The window: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/03_%20Panjereh.mp3<br />7.(Keep me in your memory: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/07_%20Yaade%20Man%20Baash.mp3<br />8.(Farangis "A female name" 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2001%20Farangis%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />9.(The distance: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/03_%20Faseleh.mp3<br />10.(Sunrise: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/04_%20Tolou.mp3<br />11.(Stop world:2006) http://www.sarzaminmusic.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Reza%20Sadeghi%20-%20Vaysa%20Donya/01_%20Vaysa%20Donya.mp3<br />12.(You can't: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/06_%20Nemitooni.mp3<br /><br />And so on and on!<br /><br />It's now 2007 and most people still think we are uneducated people living in deserts, riding camels!<br /><br />Part 2: Political info. <br />Let's clarify some political issues as well: Some of the Americans think that president Ahmadinejad hates the U.S and Israel and wants to nuke them!! The Media are good at putting lying comments out there. I really don't get the point why our politicians defame themselves by talking about things that have got nothing to do with us. The thing is that they occasionally make some statements that the media would make them controversial topics to interest its viewers! For example they pick up some specific phrases of a long speech (without refering to the main points and reasons for that speech) and put so many bad comments on that. <br />First of all, Iranians don't hate anyone. If our government complains about some injustice going on in the world, it's not bad, is it? (Although what we want from them is to shut up and not get us into trouble by talking about things that are none of our concern) We hate neither Jews nor Americans. How would our guys dream of America, want to be like them as much as possible, and hate them at the same time?! SECRET: Iranians are the only people in the Mid-East that are pro-American! Being agaisnt the U.S policies is a different story! We live basically the same lives.Don't look at the way women dress at the public places! You've got to see them in other places!I've got to say that for Iran, Israel is not equal with Jews! Israel is a gov't. Jews are faithful people! A few of them live here in our neighbourhood and they live just like the rest of Iranians. (20,000 Jews and lots of Christians live here! Iran's different!) And two of Iran's parliment members are Jews. Who says we want to force others to convert to Islam? Have you ever found a Muslim knocking at your door asking you to do so? <br />Christians and Jews are both God-believers and respectful to us. In Iran, religion is one of the least important factors. Where you come from and what your religion is are not important to us at all. <br /><br />I wonder who Iran is really a threat to. Is it logical to say someone's guilty because we THINK / PREDICT that he's going to do something wrong? And they repeat the same "nuclear weapons" tosh over and over and brainwash people! Correction! It's "nuclear energy". Besides, how many "nuclear weapons" do they have themselves? Hundreds of thousands? Has Iran ever attacked any countries? No. Has it developed any nukes? No! That's what nuclear agency says. Only Iran's opponents are pulling Iran's leg and what they say is just based on political conflicts. What we're doing is legal. Iran is a peaceful country. Why? It's the regional super-power and if she wanted, she could easily invade the countries in our neibourhood just like what Saddam did to our country, but as you see Iran has peaceful relations with all of them. <br /><br />Some people say he said: Israel should be wiped off the map! the thing is that he exactly said: "The Imam "Khomeyni" said this regime occupying Jerusalem must vanish from the page of time."They've only told you this phrase not the whole thing and it's mistranslated intentionally. Besides, they've been saying such things for a long time.It's their habit.Here's an article."Wiped off the map....The roumor of the century.Read how the media and the U.S newspapers have twisted it into a controvertioal topic. http://www.antiwar.com/orig/norouzi.php?articleid=11025 I don't like the way he speaks frankly, but admit that other presidents say many terrible things too, but the media doesn't pull their leg so much!<br />Now you see that you were wrong.Iran has always defended itself, but it's not an offensive country. <br /><br />Some say he's said: "The Holocaust is a myth!" Again, this is a single phrase taken from a long speech and there are totally logical reasons for saying so. If 6,000,000 Jews were killed, that's terrible, but 300,000 Shiite Moslems killed by Saddam aren't important at all? Over 650,000 Iraqi people are killed and that's not important?! When Fox News simply says that America and Israel are capable of destroying and killing Iran's population of 69,000,000 within two weeks, it's OK and no one says they're threatening other countries to nuke them (I saw this with my own eyes on the Fox News website) Millions of people killed in Afghanistan, Hiroshima & Nagasaki and the Vietnam war are not considered human beings at all! Now I think you'd get the point why he's IRONICALLY said it's a myth. Moreover, don't you believe in freedom of speech/mind? <br /><br />Some countries are using Iran as a scapegoat to put the blame (for their own faults) on. <br />This part is just for Americans:<br />Those of you who say why Iran says "Death to America": <br />1. 'America' to us means the U.S govt, not the people. How do you expect Iranians to mean "American people" when our media admires Americans for marching and holding up "no war" placards?! Also, I see a lot of "Let's nuke Iran"s on YA.Isn't that a kind of "Death to Iran"?<br />2. The new generation don't say such things and if some of them occasionally march in the streets that's because some of the stupid guys enjoy making noise and they mainly go out there to meet their girlfriends/boyfriends! Strange. Isn't it? <br />3. Such mottos are not just said in Iran and as you know whatever you hear is a response to the U.S govt's terrible actions which has made life for many people hell (You wouldn't deny that attacking countries is a mistake. Would you?) <br />4. The U.S gov't helped Saddam attack Iran and I hope you know which country gave Iraq biological weapons which killed a million Iranians. <br />5. America hit an Iranian airplane over the Persian Gulf and killed 200 passengers for no reason.<br />6. America places sanctions on Iran, promotes a false image of Iran and Iranians, scares tourists away, and harms our economy, development and credit. To what purpose?<br /><br />When you call Ahmadinejad a nutcase for what he's said, what do you call Bush for his actions? I mean it's a good idea to consider what Bush is doing to the world with his wrong decisions and lies. Bush is powerful and influencial, but Ahmadinejad is nothing.He's even failed to control the inflation<br />.<br />To those who are upset with American hostages taken for 444 days: <br />1. Firstly, It's related to so many years ago and it's almost a part of history, and don't forget that when there's a revolution, there'd be chaos and people may do things that they should not, moreover they're all alive and healthy. Aren't they? <br />2.The U.S has arrested Iranian diplomats in Iraq and had tortured the one who was freed. Now you decide who has the right to be upset with whom. How do you believe in their lies about politics when they hide both the most and the least important things from you considering the fact that politics is the world of lies in its nature?!!!<br /><br />If you like to insist on your theory of attacking Israel, I'll tell you our logical theory: "The moment that Iran attacks Israel, Iran will be wiped off the face of the earth by the U.S and its allies.(Thought this twisted phrase is familiar to you) and Iran is far more logical than doing such a stupid thing" So, forget about it.I'm quite sure you know that all the events and lies in the world are a part of a pre-planned scenario by major world-powers (Iran as an important country has always been a part of their plans)And the first step is to brainwash people.They excactly know what will happen even 50 years later! I think Iraq is such a good example.Attacking it with the excuse of removing Seddam while they'd put Seddam there themselves and had supported him for years! The same is true with Al Qaida if you do some research! But in this particular case Iran and the U.S were co-operating in fighting the terrorists in Afghanistan.<br /><br />When we think of the U.S, we think of its greatness and its countless "positive points" not its president.When you think of other countries, you think of their presidents or a nation as a whole?! No gov't in the world is representative for its people.Try to judge everyone righteously not just by a few things that you find as "negative points".<br /><br />Isn't it better for both countries to forget past conflicts and to have peaceful relations? Our two gov'ts are like 10 year old children playing a stupid, harsh, rhetorical game. They don't care about hurting people's feelings. They just try to make our two peoples enemies to achieve their own goals. We, as the people of these countries, MUST NOT allow these conflics into our hearts. Now, what do you think? You'll have elections soon and we'll have one in 2009.You just vote for a Democrate and we'll find someone who'd get along with the U.S (Our former pres is a nice bet).Deal?No matter how much they hide this fact, but if Iran and the U.S co-operate with each other, not only the Mid-East crises will be solved but also it'll have a great positive impact on the world.I can't wait to see both nations in peace. It'd be marvelous! <br />BTW, Did you find my article informative? : )<br />Thanks for your time<br><br><br /><b> (Recommended to grown ups) Who here likes to get informed of facts?</b><br> I believe that if you spend 10 minutes reading this essay, you will be better informed than if you listen to a lifetime's worth of Major Media news. This article has two parts:<br />1. Cultural and general info <br />2. Political info. <br />Note: I've explained everything.Any answers before reading the whole thing will prove to be wrong.Specially the political part.I've provided evidance for whatever I say.It's just the way it is.<br />****<br />Part 1: Cultural and general info <br />Hi. I'm a 19 year old Iranian who has spent his life in Iran.I study English.When I chat with people from other countries, I am shocked to see how totally wrong their ideas are about Iran. I wrote this article in an attempt to help correct those ideas.<br />The first thing America, and the West in general, accuses our government of is that we don't allow personal freedoms. Actually, Iranians disobey laws they don't like as much as anyone.There are only a few restrictions.It's cool over here. People here do whatever they wish to! Many strict rules in other countries don't even exist in Iran. Also, you should understand that what may seem so normal to you, may be a nightmare for us and vise versa.Some of Iran's laws are based on OUR culture. You look at our country from "your own point of view"! In Iran every single house has a sattelite dish. Sattelite television has a serious influence on our people, and Iranians wear very fashionable clothing. Maybe it is a kind of imitation, but we still have our own unique Iranian style. A visitor might wonder if this is a country or a fantasy pageant of beauty queens! Almost women wear half their their hair out, and make-up and fashionable clothing are everywhere.I ignore a few fuddy-duddies though! We look at the world in a beautiful way, cos we know what's it like! Many of you don't even have a clue what's life like in other countries! Buy a satllite.It's worth it! I assure you!<br />You would be surprised to see the difference between what you imagine and what Iran really is! <br />In my view, everything is great, if you ignore unemployment, drugs, inflation and air pollution. (Common problems in today's world?) Also, you can't compare Iran today with the Iran you remember. The Shah and the Iatollah Khomini are both some 30 years in the past! 70% of Iran's population is a new generation (Under age 30) without the biases of the past and we've transformed everything.<br />Ever heard Iranian girls are terrific?I've collected some photos showing Iranian girls! Look! Poeple are like this!<br />http://www.salijoon.ir/bazigar/hedye%20tehrani/30nema4251159.JPG<br />http://www.30nema.com/images/gallery/30nema4252403.jpg<br />http://i10.tinypic.com/4clk3us.jpg<br />http://tinypic.com/2d0nfao.jpg Enough proof?<br />Some people think women don't have any rights in Iran. But in my view, women are overrunning the place. They're very respectful, and they've been the winners in so many cases: They get into the best universities because they're very smart. And they get the best jobs because they can do so many of them better than men. They've got Islamic rights, and that has in some cases made it difficult for men to marry them, because husbands are supposed to buy them expensive things and treat them very well, otherwise women have the right to ask a great amount of money (called Mehr) according to the law, which most husbands cannot afford, so men will be imprisoned.The only thing that women are not allowed to do in Iran is getting into public football stadiums and that's because such places are full of cheeky guys. They do anything from taking part in rallies to singing pop songs.Anything! I've put a sample here. <br />Another funny thing: Your footage about stoning the women who have committed adultery. Have you ever asked yourselves how many years ago that footage related to? Are they balck and white or colourful? But in one case (related to many years ago) the thing that had happened was incest not adultery. Most of those footages are from Afghanistan which was ruled by freaks (Taliban) or the very early days just after Iran's revolution! Otherwise you'd get new footages at least once a month!What exactly makes you think women are treated differently?The way they were/are treated in Saudi Arabia? Try to think of the racism in your country too. Each country has its own problems.I found a BOOK of the U.S problems and it got me dizzy! Iran has its own problems too.<br />Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan are --------- SEPERATE COUNTRIES! --------- Even within Iran, 60% of us are Persian and 30% are Turkish! Iran is a normal country like any other in the world. The Media are very good at creating really scary stuff: "IRAN BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS!!!" "IRAN UNDERCOVER!!!" Some of that garbage would be enough to scare ME away! But in truth, Iranians are far more open-minded than you have been led to believe. <br />There are lots of Iranians today who are geniuses and scientists, and are all under age 25. For instance a 17 year old boy has invented 72 amazing inventions. Every year a special scientific compeition is held here and students assemble to show off hundreds of inventions. Iranian students and sportsmen win gold and silver medals in different competitions in the world all the time, in robotics, biology, maths, physics, sports, anything! Why don't the Media talk about them? Please don't summarize our nation and culture with the single word "nuclear". Although we're proud of this achievement because we believe that having nuclear energy means that a country is developed.Did you know that the countries having the highest number of scientists in the world are in this order? 1-India 2-Korea 3-Iran <br /><br /><br />A few months ago Iran uncovered the most effective anti-H.I.V medicine. I searched for news of that on the internet, but there was no single sign of it.Now, I found it among the English news: "The medicine is produced from herbs using nano technology" The link to read about it is: http://www.payvand.com/news/07/feb/1032.html<br />The Media are unjust. They never talk about facts! <br />Some interesting facts: <br />Iran is a pioneer in medicine and genetics, and Iranian surgeons have found lots of new methods for treating spinal defects, and many diseases (mainly the treatment for different types of cancer) and the best brain and heart surgeons are Iranian.The pioneer in heart transplants and artificiall hearts and so on and so! (I've put two websites below) The head of the Mars Mission in NASA is Iranian. One of the best designers of sports cars working in Germany is Iranian. Some of the best 3D animators are Iranian. Iran is one of the best countries in counter-engineering. Holds the second place in building dams and in loads of other things! It's one of the top countries in bio-technology and nano-technology. The 4th highest tower in the world (Milad tower) is in Tehran (visit it at this link from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Milad.jpg ). 51 of the top 100 universities in the Mid-East are in Iran, and they're among the top universities of the world as well. The champion weight-lifter, a woman the nobel peace prize are Iranian. The 6th top movie director in the world is Iranian.(Abbas Kiarostami) http://arts.guardian.co.uk/fridayreview/story/0,12102,1084266,00.html<br />Iranian Director's Film Wins Spanish Festival Top Prize - VOA News (September 25, 2004) These are just small samples.I can't put every news about Iran here.Then you should visit press TV website.<br />Iranian girls are famous for being terrific. We have Persian rugs and Persian literature, many Persian poets, artists and scientists that are world famous. Iranian culture is now westernized and only a little of the ancient culture has survived. According to statistics Tehran is the cheapest capital city in the world (one Dollar =about 950 Tomans! For example you can buy windows vista for 1 Dollar here instead of 700 Dollars!!!wow!) There are many other things. How many pages would you need to describe a country? Iran has nearly all the industries and technologies found in 'developed' countries. Oh, and we have four seasons! We get a lot of snow and there are skating rinks! lol The list is endless.<br /><br />I'm gonna introduce Iran's international news website to you (Press TV) which was established recently. It's fully in English. In the "Sic / Tech" section you'll always see Iran's discoveries. The address is: http://www.presstv.ir/news.aspx Press TV news: Iranian scientists have registered more than 4800 inventions during the last Iranian calendar year of 1385 (April 21 2006-April 20, 2007). 4800 inventions in just one year!<br />The list of highly-respected Iranian scientists in the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Iranian_scientists_and_engineers#T<br />The list of notable Iranian figures and pioneers: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Medicine_in_Iran<br />An extract: Iranian medical community is a significant part of medical community in US and Europe<br />Enough evidence?<br /><br />Some people think Iran is a desert! Well, it is, if you consider California a desert. We share the same latitude. Iran is a modern country with breathtakingly beautiful nature and lots of historic places to visit. Please take a look at the following links to see if Iran looks like what you think or not! This is a photo of Tehran (Awesome, Isn't it?): http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Tehran-2-1600.jpg <br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tehran <br /><br />If you like you can visit these too, hundreds of pretty photos from the cities, nature and historic places: (It's like a free tour!)<br /><br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Hills_south_west_of_Sanandaj_near_the_village_of_Kilaneh.jpg<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=all<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=2<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com:80/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=4<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=13<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran<br /><br />Some people think music is forbidden in Iran. "Music of Iran and Iranian musicians have received countless awards in the course of history. Every year from 1977 to 2007.Evidence? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Iran<br />I send Iranian music to my American and Canadian chat friends and they all say they're some of the best songs they've ever heard. <br />Here's a sample of the latest hits from two official Iranian music websites.You can just right click on the links below and choose "Save Target As" to download them.I guess you'll fall for it! Iranian music is just modern pop and the best sort of it.<br />1.(You know this: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Neorin%20-%20To%20Ino%20Miduni.mp3<br />2.(Hold my hand: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/09_%20Dastamo%20Begir.mp3<br />3.(The wetness of your eyes: 2006) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Ehsan%20Gheibi%20-%20Khisie%20Cheshmat.mp3<br />4.(I just want you: 2003) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Mansour/Crazy/Delam%20Faghat%20Toro%20Mikhaad(www.Bia2Music.com).MP3<br />5.(The rain: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2005%20Baroon%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />6.(The window: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/03_%20Panjereh.mp3<br />7.(Keep me in your memory: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/07_%20Yaade%20Man%20Baash.mp3<br />8.(Farangis "A female name" 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2001%20Farangis%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />9.(The distance: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/03_%20Faseleh.mp3<br />10.(Sunrise: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/04_%20Tolou.mp3<br />11.(Stop world:2006) http://www.sarzaminmusic.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Reza%20Sadeghi%20-%20Vaysa%20Donya/01_%20Vaysa%20Donya.mp3<br />12.(You can't: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/06_%20Nemitooni.mp3<br /><br />And so on and on!<br /><br />It's now 2007 and most people still think we are uneducated people living in deserts, riding camels!<br /><br />Part 2: Political info. <br />Let's clarify some political issues as well: Some of the Americans think that president Ahmadinejad hates the U.S and Israel and wants to nuke them!! The Media are good at putting lying comments out there. I really don't get the point why our politicians defame themselves by talking about things that have got nothing to do with us. The thing is that they occasionally make some statements that the media would make them controversial topics to interest its viewers! For example they pick up some specific phrases of a long speech (without refering to the main points and reasons for that speech) and put so many bad comments on that. <br />First of all, Iranians don't hate anyone. If our government complains about some injustice going on in the world, it's not bad, is it? (Although what we want from them is to shut up and not get us into trouble by talking about things that are none of our concern) We hate neither Jews nor Americans. How would our guys dream of America, want to be like them as much as possible, and hate them at the same time?! SECRET: Iranians are the only people in the Mid-East that are pro-American! Being agaisnt the U.S policies is a different story! We live basically the same lives.Don't look at the way women dress at the public places! You've got to see them in other places!I've got to say that for Iran, Israel is not equal with Jews! Israel is a gov't. Jews are faithful people! A few of them live here in our neighbourhood and they live just like the rest of Iranians. (20,000 Jews and lots of Christians live here! Iran's different!) And two of Iran's parliment members are Jews. Who says we want to force others to convert to Islam? Have you ever found a Muslim knocking at your door asking you to do so? <br />Christians and Jews are both God-believers and respectful to us. In Iran, religion is one of the least important factors. Where you come from and what your religion is are not important to us at all. <br /><br />I wonder who Iran is really a threat to. Is it logical to say someone's guilty because we THINK / PREDICT that he's going to do something wrong? And they repeat the same "nuclear weapons" tosh over and over and brainwash people! Correction! It's "nuclear energy". Besides, how many "nuclear weapons" do they have themselves? Hundreds of thousands? Has Iran ever attacked any countries? No. Has it developed any nukes? No! That's what nuclear agency says. Only Iran's opponents are pulling Iran's leg and what they say is just based on political conflicts. What we're doing is legal. Iran is a peaceful country. Why? It's the regional super-power and if she wanted, she could easily invade the countries in our neibourhood just like what Saddam did to our country, but as you see Iran has peaceful relations with all of them. <br /><br />Some people say he said: Israel should be wiped off the map! the thing is that he exactly said: "The Imam "Khomeyni" said this regime occupying Jerusalem must vanish from the page of time."They've only told you this phrase not the whole thing and it's mistranslated intentionally. Besides, they've been saying such things for a long time.It's their habit.Here's an article."Wiped off the map....The roumor of the century.Read how the media and the U.S newspapers have twisted it into a controvertioal topic. http://www.antiwar.com/orig/norouzi.php?articleid=11025 I don't like the way he speaks frankly, but admit that other presidents say many terrible things too, but the media doesn't pull their leg so much!<br />Now you see that you were wrong.Iran has always defended itself, but it's not an offensive country. <br /><br />Some say he's said: "The Holocaust is a myth!" Again, this is a single phrase taken from a long speech and there are totally logical reasons for saying so. If 6,000,000 Jews were killed, that's terrible, but 300,000 Shiite Moslems killed by Saddam aren't important at all? Over 650,000 Iraqi people are killed and that's not important?! When Fox News simply says that America and Israel are capable of destroying and killing Iran's population of 69,000,000 within two weeks, it's OK and no one says they're threatening other countries to nuke them (I saw this with my own eyes on the Fox News website) Millions of people killed in Afghanistan, Hiroshima & Nagasaki and the Vietnam war are not considered human beings at all! Now I think you'd get the point why he's IRONICALLY said it's a myth. Moreover, don't you believe in freedom of speech/mind? <br /><br />Some countries are using Iran as a scapegoat to put the blame (for their own faults) on. <br />This part is just for Americans:<br />Those of you who say why Iran says "Death to America": <br />1. 'America' to us means the U.S govt, not the people. How do you expect Iranians to mean "American people" when our media admires Americans for marching and holding up "no war" placards?! Also, I see a lot of "Let's nuke Iran"s on YA.Isn't that a kind of "Death to Iran"?<br />2. The new generation don't say such things and if some of them occasionally march in the streets that's because some of the stupid guys enjoy making noise and they mainly go out there to meet their girlfriends/boyfriends! Strange. Isn't it? <br />3. Such mottos are not just said in Iran and as you know whatever you hear is a response to the U.S govt's terrible actions which has made life for many people hell (You wouldn't deny that attacking countries is a mistake. Would you?) <br />4. The U.S gov't helped Saddam attack Iran and I hope you know which country gave Iraq biological weapons which killed a million Iranians. <br />5. America hit an Iranian airplane over the Persian Gulf and killed 200 passengers for no reason.<br />6. America places sanctions on Iran, promotes a false image of Iran and Iranians, scares tourists away, and harms our economy, development and credit. To what purpose?<br /><br />When you call Ahmadinejad a nutcase for what he's said, what do you call Bush for his actions? I mean it's a good idea to consider what Bush is doing to the world with his wrong decisions and lies. Bush is powerful and influencial, but Ahmadinejad is nothing.He's even failed to control the inflation<br />.<br />To those who are upset with American hostages taken for 444 days: <br />1. Firstly, It's related to so many years ago and it's almost a part of history, and don't forget that when there's a revolution, there'd be chaos and people may do things that they should not, moreover they're all alive and healthy. Aren't they? <br />2.The U.S has arrested Iranian diplomats in Iraq and had tortured the one who was freed. Now you decide who has the right to be upset with whom. How do you believe in their lies about politics when they hide both the most and the least important things from you considering the fact that politics is the world of lies in its nature?!!!<br /><br />If you like to insist on your theory of attacking Israel, I'll tell you our logical theory: "The moment that Iran attacks Israel, Iran will be wiped off the face of the earth by the U.S and its allies.(Thought this twisted phrase is familiar to you) and Iran is far more logical than doing such a stupid thing" So, forget about it.I'm quite sure you know that all the events and lies in the world are a part of a pre-planned scenario by major world-powers (Iran as an important country has always been a part of their plans)And the first step is to brainwash people.They excactly know what will happen even 50 years later! I think Iraq is such a good example.Attacking it with the excuse of removing Seddam while they'd put Seddam there themselves and had supported him for years! The same is true with Al Qaida if you do some research! But in this particular case Iran and the U.S were co-operating in fighting the terrorists in Afghanistan.<br /><br />When we think of the U.S, we think of its greatness and its countless "positive points" not its president.When you think of other countries, you think of their presidents or a nation as a whole?! No gov't in the world is representative for its people.Try to judge everyone righteously not just by a few things that you find as "negative points".<br /><br />Isn't it better for both countries to forget past conflicts and to have peaceful relations? Our two gov'ts are like 10 year old children playing a stupid, harsh, rhetorical game. They don't care about hurting people's feelings. They just try to make our two peoples enemies to achieve their own goals. We, as the people of these countries, MUST NOT allow these conflics into our hearts. Now, what do you think? You'll have elections soon and we'll have one in 2009.You just vote for a Democrate and we'll find someone who'd get along with the U.S (Our former pres is a nice bet).Deal?No matter how much they hide this fact, but if Iran and the U.S co-operate with each other, not only the Mid-East crises will be solved but also it'll have a great positive impact on the world.I can't wait to see both nations in peace. It'd be marvelous! <br />BTW, Did you find my article informative? : )<br />Thanks for your time<br><br><br /><b> Which one do you think is telling lies? The media or me?</b><br> I believe that if you spend 10 minutes reading this essay, you will be better informed than if you listen to a lifetime's worth of Major Media news. This article has two parts:<br />1. Cultural and general info <br />2. Political info. <br />Note: I've explained everything.Any answers before reading the whole thing will prove to be wrong.Specially the political part.I've provided evidance for whatever I say.It's just the way it is.<br />****<br />Part 1: Cultural and general info <br />Hi. I'm a 19 year old Iranian who has spent his life in Iran.I study English.When I chat with people from other countries, I am shocked to see how totally wrong their ideas are about Iran. I wrote this article in an attempt to help correct those ideas.<br />The first thing America, and the West in general, accuses our government of is that we don't allow personal freedoms. Actually, Iranians disobey laws they don't like as much as anyone.There are only a few restrictions.It's cool over here. People here do whatever they wish to! Many strict rules in other countries don't even exist in Iran. Also, you should understand that what may seem so normal to you, may be a nightmare for us and vise versa.Some of Iran's laws are based on OUR culture. You look at our country from "your own point of view"! In Iran every single house has a sattelite dish. Sattelite television has a serious influence on our people, and Iranians wear very fashionable clothing. Maybe it is a kind of imitation, but we still have our own unique Iranian style. A visitor might wonder if this is a country or a fantasy pageant of beauty queens! Almost women wear half their their hair out, and make-up and fashionable clothing are everywhere.I ignore a few fuddy-duddies though! We look at the world in a beautiful way, cos we know what's it like! Many of you don't even have a clue what's life like in other countries! Buy a satllite.It's worth it! I assure you!<br />You would be surprised to see the difference between what you imagine and what Iran really is! <br />In my view, everything is great, if you ignore unemployment, drugs, inflation and air pollution. (Common problems in today's world?) Also, you can't compare Iran today with the Iran you remember. The Shah and the Iatollah Khomini are both some 30 years in the past! 70% of Iran's population is a new generation (Under age 30) without the biases of the past and we've transformed everything.<br />Ever heard Iranian girls are terrific?I've collected some photos showing Iranian girls! Look! Poeple are like this!<br />http://www.salijoon.ir/bazigar/hedye%20tehrani/30nema4251159.JPG<br />http://www.30nema.com/images/gallery/30nema4252403.jpg<br />http://i10.tinypic.com/4clk3us.jpg<br />http://tinypic.com/2d0nfao.jpg Enough proof?<br />Some people think women don't have any rights in Iran. But in my view, women are overrunning the place. They're very respectful, and they've been the winners in so many cases: They get into the best universities because they're very smart. And they get the best jobs because they can do so many of them better than men. They've got Islamic rights, and that has in some cases made it difficult for men to marry them, because husbands are supposed to buy them expensive things and treat them very well, otherwise women have the right to ask a great amount of money (called Mehr) according to the law, which most husbands cannot afford, so men will be imprisoned.The only thing that women are not allowed to do in Iran is getting into public football stadiums and that's because such places are full of cheeky guys. They do anything from taking part in rallies to singing pop songs.Anything! I've put a sample here. <br />Another funny thing: Your footage about stoning the women who have committed adultery. Have you ever asked yourselves how many years ago that footage related to? Are they balck and white or colourful? But in one case (related to many years ago) the thing that had happened was incest not adultery. Most of those footages are from Afghanistan which was ruled by freaks (Taliban) or the very early days just after Iran's revolution! Otherwise you'd get new footages at least once a month!What exactly makes you think women are treated differently?The way they were/are treated in Saudi Arabia? Try to think of the racism in your country too. Each country has its own problems.I found a BOOK of the U.S problems and it got me dizzy! Iran has its own problems too.<br />Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan are --------- SEPERATE COUNTRIES! --------- Even within Iran, 60% of us are Persian and 30% are Turkish! Iran is a normal country like any other in the world. The Media are very good at creating really scary stuff: "IRAN BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS!!!" "IRAN UNDERCOVER!!!" Some of that garbage would be enough to scare ME away! But in truth, Iranians are far more open-minded than you have been led to believe. <br />There are lots of Iranians today who are geniuses and scientists, and are all under age 25. For instance a 17 year old boy has invented 72 amazing inventions. Every year a special scientific compeition is held here and students assemble to show off hundreds of inventions. Iranian students and sportsmen win gold and silver medals in different competitions in the world all the time, in robotics, biology, maths, physics, sports, anything! Why don't the Media talk about them? Please don't summarize our nation and culture with the single word "nuclear". Although we're proud of this achievement because we believe that having nuclear energy means that a country is developed.Did you know that the countries having the highest number of scientists in the world are in this order? 1-India 2-Korea 3-Iran <br /><br /><br />A few months ago Iran uncovered the most effective anti-H.I.V medicine. I searched for news of that on the internet, but there was no single sign of it.Now, I found it among the English news: "The medicine is produced from herbs using nano technology" The link to read about it is: http://www.payvand.com/news/07/feb/1032.html<br />The Media are unjust. They never talk about facts! <br />Some interesting facts: <br />Iran is a pioneer in medicine and genetics, and Iranian surgeons have found lots of new methods for treating spinal defects, and many diseases (mainly the treatment for different types of cancer) and the best brain and heart surgeons are Iranian.The pioneer in heart transplants and artificiall hearts and so on and so! (I've put two websites below) The head of the Mars Mission in NASA is Iranian. One of the best designers of sports cars working in Germany is Iranian. Some of the best 3D animators are Iranian. Iran is one of the best countries in counter-engineering. Holds the second place in building dams and in loads of other things! It's one of the top countries in bio-technology and nano-technology. The 4th highest tower in the world (Milad tower) is in Tehran (visit it at this link from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Milad.jpg ). 51 of the top 100 universities in the Mid-East are in Iran, and they're among the top universities of the world as well. The champion weight-lifter, a woman the nobel peace prize are Iranian. The 6th top movie director in the world is Iranian.(Abbas Kiarostami) http://arts.guardian.co.uk/fridayreview/story/0,12102,1084266,00.html<br />Iranian Director's Film Wins Spanish Festival Top Prize - VOA News (September 25, 2004) These are just small samples.I can't put every news about Iran here.Then you should visit press TV website.<br />Iranian girls are famous for being terrific. We have Persian rugs and Persian literature, many Persian poets, artists and scientists that are world famous. Iranian culture is now westernized and only a little of the ancient culture has survived. According to statistics Tehran is the cheapest capital city in the world (one Dollar =about 950 Tomans! For example you can buy windows vista for 1 Dollar here instead of 700 Dollars!!!wow!) There are many other things. How many pages would you need to describe a country? Iran has nearly all the industries and technologies found in 'developed' countries. Oh, and we have four seasons! We get a lot of snow and there are skating rinks! lol The list is endless.<br /><br />I'm gonna introduce Iran's international news website to you (Press TV) which was established recently. It's fully in English. In the "Sic / Tech" section you'll always see Iran's discoveries. The address is: http://www.presstv.ir/news.aspx Press TV news: Iranian scientists have registered more than 4800 inventions during the last Iranian calendar year of 1385 (April 21 2006-April 20, 2007). 4800 inventions in just one year!<br />The list of highly-respected Iranian scientists in the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Iranian_scientists_and_engineers#T<br />The list of notable Iranian figures and pioneers: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Medicine_in_Iran<br />An extract: Iranian medical community is a significant part of medical community in US and Europe<br />Enough evidence?<br /><br />Some people think Iran is a desert! Well, it is, if you consider California a desert. We share the same latitude. Iran is a modern country with breathtakingly beautiful nature and lots of historic places to visit. Please take a look at the following links to see if Iran looks like what you think or not! This is a photo of Tehran (Awesome, Isn't it?): http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Tehran-2-1600.jpg <br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tehran <br /><br />If you like you can visit these too, hundreds of pretty photos from the cities, nature and historic places: (It's like a free tour!)<br /><br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Hills_south_west_of_Sanandaj_near_the_village_of_Kilaneh.jpg<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=all<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=2<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com:80/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=4<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=13<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran<br /><br />Some people think music is forbidden in Iran. "Music of Iran and Iranian musicians have received countless awards in the course of history. Every year from 1977 to 2007.Evidence? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Iran<br />I send Iranian music to my American and Canadian chat friends and they all say they're some of the best songs they've ever heard. <br />Here's a sample of the latest hits from two official Iranian music websites.You can just right click on the links below and choose "Save Target As" to download them.I guess you'll fall for it! Iranian music is just modern pop and the best sort of it.<br />1.(You know this: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Neorin%20-%20To%20Ino%20Miduni.mp3<br />2.(Hold my hand: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/09_%20Dastamo%20Begir.mp3<br />3.(The wetness of your eyes: 2006) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Ehsan%20Gheibi%20-%20Khisie%20Cheshmat.mp3<br />4.(I just want you: 2003) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Mansour/Crazy/Delam%20Faghat%20Toro%20Mikhaad(www.Bia2Music.com).MP3<br />5.(The rain: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2005%20Baroon%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />6.(The window: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/03_%20Panjereh.mp3<br />7.(Keep me in your memory: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/07_%20Yaade%20Man%20Baash.mp3<br />8.(Farangis "A female name" 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2001%20Farangis%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />9.(The distance: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/03_%20Faseleh.mp3<br />10.(Sunrise: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/04_%20Tolou.mp3<br />11.(Stop world:2006) http://www.sarzaminmusic.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Reza%20Sadeghi%20-%20Vaysa%20Donya/01_%20Vaysa%20Donya.mp3<br />12.(You can't: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/06_%20Nemitooni.mp3<br /><br />And so on and on!<br /><br />It's now 2007 and most people still think we are uneducated people living in deserts, riding camels!<br /><br />Part 2: Political info. <br />Let's clarify some political issues as well: Some of the Americans think that president Ahmadinejad hates the U.S and Israel and wants to nuke them!! The Media are good at putting lying comments out there. I really don't get the point why our politicians defame themselves by talking about things that have got nothing to do with us. The thing is that they occasionally make some statements that the media would make them controversial topics to interest its viewers! For example they pick up some specific phrases of a long speech (without refering to the main points and reasons for that speech) and put so many bad comments on that. <br />First of all, Iranians don't hate anyone. If our government complains about some injustice going on in the world, it's not bad, is it? (Although what we want from them is to shut up and not get us into trouble by talking about things that are none of our concern) We hate neither Jews nor Americans. How would our guys dream of America, want to be like them as much as possible, and hate them at the same time?! SECRET: Iranians are the only people in the Mid-East that are pro-American! Being agaisnt the U.S policies is a different story! We live basically the same lives.Don't look at the way women dress at the public places! You've got to see them in other places!I've got to say that for Iran, Israel is not equal with Jews! Israel is a gov't. Jews are faithful people! A few of them live here in our neighbourhood and they live just like the rest of Iranians. (20,000 Jews and lots of Christians live here! Iran's different!) And two of Iran's parliment members are Jews. Who says we want to force others to convert to Islam? Have you ever found a Muslim knocking at your door asking you to do so? <br />Christians and Jews are both God-believers and respectful to us. In Iran, religion is one of the least important factors. Where you come from and what your religion is are not important to us at all. <br /><br />I wonder who Iran is really a threat to. Is it logical to say someone's guilty because we THINK / PREDICT that he's going to do something wrong? And they repeat the same "nuclear weapons" tosh over and over and brainwash people! Correction! It's "nuclear energy". Besides, how many "nuclear weapons" do they have themselves? Hundreds of thousands? Has Iran ever attacked any countries? No. Has it developed any nukes? No! That's what nuclear agency says. Only Iran's opponents are pulling Iran's leg and what they say is just based on political conflicts. What we're doing is legal. Iran is a peaceful country. Why? It's the regional super-power and if she wanted, she could easily invade the countries in our neibourhood just like what Saddam did to our country, but as you see Iran has peaceful relations with all of them. <br /><br />Some people say he said: Israel should be wiped off the map! the thing is that he exactly said: "The Imam "Khomeyni" said this regime occupying Jerusalem must vanish from the page of time."They've only told you this phrase not the whole thing and it's mistranslated intentionally. Besides, they've been saying such things for a long time.It's their habit.Here's an article."Wiped off the map....The roumor of the century.Read how the media and the U.S newspapers have twisted it into a controvertioal topic. http://www.antiwar.com/orig/norouzi.php?articleid=11025 I don't like the way he speaks frankly, but admit that other presidents say many terrible things too, but the media doesn't pull their leg so much!<br />Now you see that you were wrong.Iran has always defended itself, but it's not an offensive country. <br /><br />Some say he's said: "The Holocaust is a myth!" Again, this is a single phrase taken from a long speech and there are totally logical reasons for saying so. If 6,000,000 Jews were killed, that's terrible, but 300,000 Shiite Moslems killed by Saddam aren't important at all? Over 650,000 Iraqi people are killed and that's not important?! When Fox News simply says that America and Israel are capable of destroying and killing Iran's population of 69,000,000 within two weeks, it's OK and no one says they're threatening other countries to nuke them (I saw this with my own eyes on the Fox News website) Millions of people killed in Afghanistan, Hiroshima & Nagasaki and the Vietnam war are not considered human beings at all! Now I think you'd get the point why he's IRONICALLY said it's a myth. Moreover, don't you believe in freedom of speech/mind? <br /><br />Some countries are using Iran as a scapegoat to put the blame (for their own faults) on. <br />This part is just for Americans:<br />Those of you who say why Iran says "Death to America": <br />1. 'America' to us means the U.S govt, not the people. How do you expect Iranians to mean "American people" when our media admires Americans for marching and holding up "no war" placards?! Also, I see a lot of "Let's nuke Iran"s on YA.Isn't that a kind of "Death to Iran"?<br />2. The new generation don't say such things and if some of them occasionally march in the streets that's because some of the stupid guys enjoy making noise and they mainly go out there to meet their girlfriends/boyfriends! Strange. Isn't it? <br />3. Such mottos are not just said in Iran and as you know whatever you hear is a response to the U.S govt's terrible actions which has made life for many people hell (You wouldn't deny that attacking countries is a mistake. Would you?) <br />4. The U.S gov't helped Saddam attack Iran and I hope you know which country gave Iraq biological weapons which killed a million Iranians. <br />5. America hit an Iranian airplane over the Persian Gulf and killed 200 passengers for no reason.<br />6. America places sanctions on Iran, promotes a false image of Iran and Iranians, scares tourists away, and harms our economy, development and credit. To what purpose?<br /><br />When you call Ahmadinejad a nutcase for what he's said, what do you call Bush for his actions? I mean it's a good idea to consider what Bush is doing to the world with his wrong decisions and lies. Bush is powerful and influencial, but Ahmadinejad is nothing.He's even failed to control the inflation<br />.<br />To those who are upset with American hostages taken for 444 days: <br />1. Firstly, It's related to so many years ago and it's almost a part of history, and don't forget that when there's a revolution, there'd be chaos and people may do things that they should not, moreover they're all alive and healthy. Aren't they? <br />2.The U.S has arrested Iranian diplomats in Iraq and had tortured the one who was freed. Now you decide who has the right to be upset with whom. How do you believe in their lies about politics when they hide both the most and the least important things from you considering the fact that politics is the world of lies in its nature?!!!<br /><br />If you like to insist on your theory of attacking Israel, I'll tell you our logical theory: "The moment that Iran attacks Israel, Iran will be wiped off the face of the earth by the U.S and its allies.(Thought this twisted phrase is familiar to you) and Iran is far more logical than doing such a stupid thing" So, forget about it.I'm quite sure you know that all the events and lies in the world are a part of a pre-planned scenario by major world-powers (Iran as an important country has always been a part of their plans)And the first step is to brainwash people.They excactly know what will happen even 50 years later! I think Iraq is such a good example.Attacking it with the excuse of removing Seddam while they'd put Seddam there themselves and had supported him for years! The same is true with Al Qaida if you do some research! But in this particular case Iran and the U.S were co-operating in fighting the terrorists in Afghanistan.<br /><br />When we think of the U.S, we think of its greatness and its countless "positive points" not its president.When you think of other countries, you think of their presidents or a nation as a whole?! No gov't in the world is representative for its people.Try to judge everyone righteously not just by a few things that you find as "negative points".<br /><br />Isn't it better for both countries to forget past conflicts and to have peaceful relations? Our two gov'ts are like 10 year old children playing a stupid, harsh, rhetorical game. They don't care about hurting people's feelings. They just try to make our two peoples enemies to achieve their own goals. We, as the people of these countries, MUST NOT allow these conflics into our hearts. Now, what do you think? You'll have elections soon and we'll have one in 2009.You just vote for a Democrate and we'll find someone who'd get along with the U.S (Our former pres is a nice bet).Deal?No matter how much they hide this fact, but if Iran and the U.S co-operate with each other, not only the Mid-East crises will be solved but also it'll have a great positive impact on the world.I can't wait to see both nations in peace. It'd be marvelous! <br />BTW, Did you find my article informative? : )<br />Thanks for your time<br><br><br /><b> The more we know about each other, the less politicians can scare us.Do you agree?</b><br> I believe that if you spend 10 minutes reading this essay, you will be better informed than if you listen to a lifetime's worth of Major Media news. This article has two parts:<br />1. Cultural and general info <br />2. Political info. <br />Note: I've explained everything.Any answers before reading the whole thing will prove to be wrong.Specially the political part.I've provided evidance for whatever I say.It's just the way it is.<br />****<br />Part 1: Cultural and general info <br />Hi. I'm a 19 year old Iranian who has spent his life in Iran.I study English.When I chat with people from other countries, I am shocked to see how totally wrong their ideas are about Iran. I wrote this article in an attempt to help correct those ideas.<br />The first thing America, and the West in general, accuses our government of is that we don't allow personal freedoms. Actually, Iranians disobey laws they don't like as much as anyone.There are only a few restrictions.It's cool over here. People here do whatever they wish to! Many strict rules in other countries don't even exist in Iran. Also, you should understand that what may seem so normal to you, may be a nightmare for us and vise versa.Some of Iran's laws are based on OUR culture. You look at our country from "your own point of view"! In Iran every single house has a sattelite dish. Sattelite television has a serious influence on our people, and Iranians wear very fashionable clothing. Maybe it is a kind of imitation, but we still have our own unique Iranian style. A visitor might wonder if this is a country or a fantasy pageant of beauty queens! Almost women wear half their their hair out, and make-up and fashionable clothing are everywhere.I ignore a few fuddy-duddies though! We look at the world in a beautiful way, cos we know what's it like! Many of you don't even have a clue what's life like in other countries! Buy a satllite.It's worth it! I assure you!<br />You would be surprised to see the difference between what you imagine and what Iran really is! <br />In my view, everything is great, if you ignore unemployment, drugs, inflation and air pollution. (Common problems in today's world?) Also, you can't compare Iran today with the Iran you remember. The Shah and the Iatollah Khomini are both some 30 years in the past! 70% of Iran's population is a new generation (Under age 30) without the biases of the past and we've transformed everything.<br />Ever heard Iranian girls are terrific?I've collected some photos showing Iranian girls! Look! Poeple are like this!<br />http://www.salijoon.ir/bazigar/hedye%20tehrani/30nema4251159.JPG<br />http://www.30nema.com/images/gallery/30nema4252403.jpg<br />http://i10.tinypic.com/4clk3us.jpg<br />http://tinypic.com/2d0nfao.jpg Enough proof?<br />Some people think women don't have any rights in Iran. But in my view, women are overrunning the place. They're very respectful, and they've been the winners in so many cases: They get into the best universities because they're very smart. And they get the best jobs because they can do so many of them better than men. They've got Islamic rights, and that has in some cases made it difficult for men to marry them, because husbands are supposed to buy them expensive things and treat them very well, otherwise women have the right to ask a great amount of money (called Mehr) according to the law, which most husbands cannot afford, so men will be imprisoned.The only thing that women are not allowed to do in Iran is getting into public football stadiums and that's because such places are full of cheeky guys. They do anything from taking part in rallies to singing pop songs.Anything! I've put a sample here. <br />Another funny thing: Your footage about stoning the women who have committed adultery. Have you ever asked yourselves how many years ago that footage related to? Are they balck and white or colourful? But in one case (related to many years ago) the thing that had happened was incest not adultery. Most of those footages are from Afghanistan which was ruled by freaks (Taliban) or the very early days just after Iran's revolution! Otherwise you'd get new footages at least once a month!What exactly makes you think women are treated differently?The way they were/are treated in Saudi Arabia? Try to think of the racism in your country too. Each country has its own problems.I found a BOOK of the U.S problems and it got me dizzy! Iran has its own problems too.<br />Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan are --------- SEPERATE COUNTRIES! --------- Even within Iran, 60% of us are Persian and 30% are Turkish! Iran is a normal country like any other in the world. The Media are very good at creating really scary stuff: "IRAN BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS!!!" "IRAN UNDERCOVER!!!" Some of that garbage would be enough to scare ME away! But in truth, Iranians are far more open-minded than you have been led to believe. <br />There are lots of Iranians today who are geniuses and scientists, and are all under age 25. For instance a 17 year old boy has invented 72 amazing inventions. Every year a special scientific compeition is held here and students assemble to show off hundreds of inventions. Iranian students and sportsmen win gold and silver medals in different competitions in the world all the time, in robotics, biology, maths, physics, sports, anything! Why don't the Media talk about them? Please don't summarize our nation and culture with the single word "nuclear". Although we're proud of this achievement because we believe that having nuclear energy means that a country is developed.Did you know that the countries having the highest number of scientists in the world are in this order? 1-India 2-Korea 3-Iran <br /><br /><br />A few months ago Iran uncovered the most effective anti-H.I.V medicine. I searched for news of that on the internet, but there was no single sign of it.Now, I found it among the English news: "The medicine is produced from herbs using nano technology" The link to read about it is: http://www.payvand.com/news/07/feb/1032.html<br />The Media are unjust. They never talk about facts! <br />Some interesting facts: <br />Iran is a pioneer in medicine and genetics, and Iranian surgeons have found lots of new methods for treating spinal defects, and many diseases (mainly the treatment for different types of cancer) and the best brain and heart surgeons are Iranian.The pioneer in heart transplants and artificiall hearts and so on and so! (I've put two websites below) The head of the Mars Mission in NASA is Iranian. One of the best designers of sports cars working in Germany is Iranian. Some of the best 3D animators are Iranian. Iran is one of the best countries in counter-engineering. Holds the second place in building dams and in loads of other things! It's one of the top countries in bio-technology and nano-technology. The 4th highest tower in the world (Milad tower) is in Tehran (visit it at this link from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Milad.jpg ). 51 of the top 100 universities in the Mid-East are in Iran, and they're among the top universities of the world as well. The champion weight-lifter, a woman the nobel peace prize are Iranian. The 6th top movie director in the world is Iranian.(Abbas Kiarostami) http://arts.guardian.co.uk/fridayreview/story/0,12102,1084266,00.html<br />Iranian Director's Film Wins Spanish Festival Top Prize - VOA News (September 25, 2004) These are just small samples.I can't put every news about Iran here.Then you should visit press TV website.<br />Iranian girls are famous for being terrific. We have Persian rugs and Persian literature, many Persian poets, artists and scientists that are world famous. Iranian culture is now westernized and only a little of the ancient culture has survived. According to statistics Tehran is the cheapest capital city in the world (one Dollar =about 950 Tomans! For example you can buy windows vista for 1 Dollar here instead of 700 Dollars!!!wow!) There are many other things. How many pages would you need to describe a country? Iran has nearly all the industries and technologies found in 'developed' countries. Oh, and we have four seasons! We get a lot of snow and there are skating rinks! lol The list is endless.<br /><br />I'm gonna introduce Iran's international news website to you (Press TV) which was established recently. It's fully in English. In the "Sic / Tech" section you'll always see Iran's discoveries. The address is: http://www.presstv.ir/news.aspx Press TV news: Iranian scientists have registered more than 4800 inventions during the last Iranian calendar year of 1385 (April 21 2006-April 20, 2007). 4800 inventions in just one year!<br />The list of highly-respected Iranian scientists in the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Iranian_scientists_and_engineers#T<br />The list of notable Iranian figures and pioneers: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Medicine_in_Iran<br />An extract: Iranian medical community is a significant part of medical community in US and Europe<br />Enough evidence?<br /><br />Some people think Iran is a desert! Well, it is, if you consider California a desert. We share the same latitude. Iran is a modern country with breathtakingly beautiful nature and lots of historic places to visit. Please take a look at the following links to see if Iran looks like what you think or not! This is a photo of Tehran (Awesome, Isn't it?): http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Tehran-2-1600.jpg <br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tehran <br /><br />If you like you can visit these too, hundreds of pretty photos from the cities, nature and historic places: (It's like a free tour!)<br /><br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Hills_south_west_of_Sanandaj_near_the_village_of_Kilaneh.jpg<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=all<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=2<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com:80/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=4<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=13<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran<br /><br />Some people think music is forbidden in Iran. "Music of Iran and Iranian musicians have received countless awards in the course of history. Every year from 1977 to 2007.Evidence? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Iran<br />I send Iranian music to my American and Canadian chat friends and they all say they're some of the best songs they've ever heard. <br />Here's a sample of the latest hits from two official Iranian music websites.You can just right click on the links below and choose "Save Target As" to download them.I guess you'll fall for it! Iranian music is just modern pop and the best sort of it.<br />1.(You know this: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Neorin%20-%20To%20Ino%20Miduni.mp3<br />2.(Hold my hand: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/09_%20Dastamo%20Begir.mp3<br />3.(The wetness of your eyes: 2006) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Ehsan%20Gheibi%20-%20Khisie%20Cheshmat.mp3<br />4.(I just want you: 2003) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Mansour/Crazy/Delam%20Faghat%20Toro%20Mikhaad(www.Bia2Music.com).MP3<br />5.(The rain: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2005%20Baroon%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />6.(The window: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/03_%20Panjereh.mp3<br />7.(Keep me in your memory: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/07_%20Yaade%20Man%20Baash.mp3<br />8.(Farangis "A female name" 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2001%20Farangis%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />9.(The distance: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/03_%20Faseleh.mp3<br />10.(Sunrise: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/04_%20Tolou.mp3<br />11.(Stop world:2006) http://www.sarzaminmusic.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Reza%20Sadeghi%20-%20Vaysa%20Donya/01_%20Vaysa%20Donya.mp3<br />12.(You can't: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/06_%20Nemitooni.mp3<br /><br />And so on and on!<br /><br />It's now 2007 and most people still think we are uneducated people living in deserts, riding camels!<br /><br />Part 2: Political info. <br />Let's clarify some political issues as well: Some of the Americans think that president Ahmadinejad hates the U.S and Israel and wants to nuke them!! The Media are good at putting lying comments out there. I really don't get the point why our politicians defame themselves by talking about things that have got nothing to do with us. The thing is that they occasionally make some statements that the media would make them controversial topics to interest its viewers! For example they pick up some specific phrases of a long speech (without refering to the main points and reasons for that speech) and put so many bad comments on that. <br />First of all, Iranians don't hate anyone. If our government complains about some injustice going on in the world, it's not bad, is it? (Although what we want from them is to shut up and not get us into trouble by talking about things that are none of our concern) We hate neither Jews nor Americans. How would our guys dream of America, want to be like them as much as possible, and hate them at the same time?! SECRET: Iranians are the only people in the Mid-East that are pro-American! Being agaisnt the U.S policies is a different story! We live basically the same lives.Don't look at the way women dress at the public places! You've got to see them in other places!I've got to say that for Iran, Israel is not equal with Jews! Israel is a gov't. Jews are faithful people! A few of them live here in our neighbourhood and they live just like the rest of Iranians. (20,000 Jews and lots of Christians live here! Iran's different!) And two of Iran's parliment members are Jews. Who says we want to force others to convert to Islam? Have you ever found a Muslim knocking at your door asking you to do so? <br />Christians and Jews are both God-believers and respectful to us. In Iran, religion is one of the least important factors. Where you come from and what your religion is are not important to us at all. <br /><br />I wonder who Iran is really a threat to. Is it logical to say someone's guilty because we THINK / PREDICT that he's going to do something wrong? And they repeat the same "nuclear weapons" tosh over and over and brainwash people! Correction! It's "nuclear energy". Besides, how many "nuclear weapons" do they have themselves? Hundreds of thousands? Has Iran ever attacked any countries? No. Has it developed any nukes? No! That's what nuclear agency says. Only Iran's opponents are pulling Iran's leg and what they say is just based on political conflicts. What we're doing is legal. Iran is a peaceful country. Why? It's the regional super-power and if she wanted, she could easily invade the countries in our neibourhood just like what Saddam did to our country, but as you see Iran has peaceful relations with all of them. <br /><br />Some people say he said: Israel should be wiped off the map! the thing is that he exactly said: "The Imam "Khomeyni" said this regime occupying Jerusalem must vanish from the page of time."They've only told you this phrase not the whole thing and it's mistranslated intentionally. Besides, they've been saying such things for a long time.It's their habit.Here's an article."Wiped off the map....The roumor of the century.Read how the media and the U.S newspapers have twisted it into a controvertioal topic. http://www.antiwar.com/orig/norouzi.php?articleid=11025 I don't like the way he speaks frankly, but admit that other presidents say many terrible things too, but the media doesn't pull their leg so much!<br />Now you see that you were wrong.Iran has always defended itself, but it's not an offensive country. <br /><br />Some say he's said: "The Holocaust is a myth!" Again, this is a single phrase taken from a long speech and there are totally logical reasons for saying so. If 6,000,000 Jews were killed, that's terrible, but 300,000 Shiite Moslems killed by Saddam aren't important at all? Over 650,000 Iraqi people are killed and that's not important?! When Fox News simply says that America and Israel are capable of destroying and killing Iran's population of 69,000,000 within two weeks, it's OK and no one says they're threatening other countries to nuke them (I saw this with my own eyes on the Fox News website) Millions of people killed in Afghanistan, Hiroshima & Nagasaki and the Vietnam war are not considered human beings at all! Now I think you'd get the point why he's IRONICALLY said it's a myth. Moreover, don't you believe in freedom of speech/mind? <br /><br />Some countries are using Iran as a scapegoat to put the blame (for their own faults) on. <br />This part is just for Americans:<br />Those of you who say why Iran says "Death to America": <br />1. 'America' to us means the U.S govt, not the people. How do you expect Iranians to mean "American people" when our media admires Americans for marching and holding up "no war" placards?!<br />2. The new generation don't say such things and if some of them occasionally march in the streets that's because some of the stupid guys enjoy making noise and they mainly go out there to meet their girlfriends/boyfriends! Strange. Isn't it? <br />3. Such mottos are not just said in Iran and as you know whatever you hear is a response to the U.S govt's terrible actions which has made life for many people hell (You wouldn't deny that attacking countries is a mistake. Would you?) <br />4. The U.S gov't helped Saddam attack Iran and I hope you know which country gave Iraq biological weapons which killed a million Iranians. <br />5. America hit an Iranian airplane over the Persian Gulf and killed 200 passengers for no reason.<br />6. America places sanctions on Iran, promotes a false image of Iran and Iranians, scares tourists away, and harms our economy, development and credit. To what purpose?<br /><br />When you call Ahmadinejad a nutcase for what he's said, what do you call Bush for his actions? I mean it's a good idea to consider what Bush is doing to the world with his wrong decisions and lies. Bush is powerful and influencial, but Ahmadinejad is nothing.He's even failed to control the inflation<br />.<br />To those who are upset with American hostages taken for 444 days: <br />1. Firstly, It's related to so many years ago and it's almost a part of history, and don't forget that when there's a revolution, there'd be chaos and people may do things that they should not, moreover they're all alive and healthy. Aren't they? <br />2.The U.S has arrested Iranian diplomats in Iraq and had tortured the one who was freed. Now you decide who has the right to be upset with whom. How do you believe in their lies about politics when they hide both the most and the least important things from you considering the fact that politics is the world of lies in its nature?!!!<br /><br />If you like to insist on your theory of attacking Israel, I'll tell you our logical theory: "The moment that Iran attacks Israel, Iran will be wiped off the face of the earth by the U.S and its allies.(Thought this twisted phrase is familiar to you) and Iran is far more logical than doing such a stupid thing" So, forget about it.I'm quite sure you know that all the events and lies in the world are a part of a pre-planned scenario by major world-powers (Iran as an important country has always been a part of their plans)And the first step is to brainwash people.They excactly know what will happen even 50 years later! I think Iraq is such a good example.Attacking it with the excuse of removing Seddam while they'd put Seddam there themselves and had supported him for years! The same is true with Al Qaida if you do some research! But in this particular case Iran and the U.S were co-operating in fighting the terrorists in Afghanistan.<br /><br />When we think of the U.S, we think of its greatness and its countless "positive points" not its president.When you think of other countries, you think of their presidents or a nation as a whole?! No gov't in the world is representative for its people.Try to judge everyone righteously not just by a few things that you find as "negative points".<br /><br />Isn't it better for both countries to forget past conflicts and to have peaceful relations? Our two gov'ts are like 10 year old children playing a stupid, harsh, rhetorical game. They don't care about hurting people's feelings. They just try to make our two peoples enemies to achieve their own goals. We, as the people of these countries, MUST NOT allow these conflics into our hearts. Now, what do you think? You'll have elections soon and we'll have one in 2009.You just vote for a Democrate and we'll find someone who'd get along with the U.S (Our former pres is a nice bet).Deal?No matter how much they hide this fact, but if Iran and the U.S co-operate with each other, not only the Mid-East crises will be solved but also it'll have a great positive impact on the world.I can't wait to see both nations in peace. It'd be marvelous! <br />BTW, Did you find my article informative? : )<br />Thanks for your timeTo Abjado: May I share a little secret with you? al Qaeda=Arabs, Taliban=Arabs, Bin Laden=Arab.Nedd I say more? If it were not fro Iran you Arabs lot was now vanished due to so many diseases.Learn to contribute to the world instead of arguing over religion.Religion is for peace but you Arabs use it as a means to justify your ignorance.I'm sorry.You're the ones who destroy Islam.Remember?Islam has said the learned people are much more valuable than the religious people who tend to live in the dark.We're religious and at the same time learned.What about you Arab Ajabo?<br /><br />With all my respect I should say: Americans please read this.Please! It's an international website.You're a little cluless! This shows the backyard that the U.S media are hiding from you.<br />http://web.amnesty.org/report2006/usa-summary-eng<br />Hope you find it useful.<br><br><br /><b> Considering this, do you also think that Iran is the victim of the propaganda machine?</b><br> I believe that if you spend 10 minutes reading this essay, you will be better informed than if you listen to a lifetime's worth of Major Media news. This article has two parts:<br />1. Cultural and general info <br />2. Political info. <br />Note: I've explained everything.Any answers before reading the whole thing will prove to be wrong.Specially the political part.I've provided evidance for whatever I say.It's just the way it is.<br />****<br />Part 1: Cultural and general info <br />Hi. I'm a 19 year old Iranian who has spent his life in Iran.I study English.When I chat with people from other countries, I am shocked to see how totally wrong their ideas are about Iran. I wrote this article in an attempt to help correct those ideas.<br />The first thing America, and the West in general, accuses our government of is that we don't allow personal freedoms. Actually, Iranians disobey laws they don't like as much as anyone.There are only a few restrictions.It's cool over here. People here do whatever they wish to! Many strict rules in other countries don't even exist in Iran. Also, you should understand that what may seem so normal to you, may be a nightmare for us and vise versa.Some of Iran's laws are based on OUR culture. You look at our country from "your own point of view"! In Iran every single house has a sattelite dish. Sattelite television has a serious influence on our people, and Iranians wear very fashionable clothing. Maybe it is a kind of imitation, but we still have our own unique Iranian style. A visitor might wonder if this is a country or a fantasy pageant of beauty queens! Almost women wear half their their hair out, and make-up and fashionable clothing are everywhere.I ignore a few fuddy-duddies though! We look at the world in a beautiful way, cos we know what's it like! Many of you don't even have a clue what's life like in other countries! Buy a satllite.It's worth it! I assure you!<br />You would be surprised to see the difference between what you imagine and what Iran really is! <br />In my view, everything is great, if you ignore unemployment, drugs, inflation and air pollution. (Common problems in today's world?) Also, you can't compare Iran today with the Iran you remember. The Shah and the Iatollah Khomini are both some 30 years in the past! 70% of Iran's population is a new generation (Under age 30) without the biases of the past and we've transformed everything.<br />Ever heard Iranian girls are terrific?I've collected some photos showing Iranian girls! Look! Poeple are like this!<br />http://www.salijoon.ir/bazigar/hedye%20tehrani/30nema4251159.JPG<br />http://www.30nema.com/images/gallery/30nema4252403.jpg<br />http://i10.tinypic.com/4clk3us.jpg<br />http://tinypic.com/2d0nfao.jpg Enough proof?<br />Some people think women don't have any rights in Iran. But in my view, women are overrunning the place. They're very respectful, and they've been the winners in so many cases: They get into the best universities because they're very smart. And they get the best jobs because they can do so many of them better than men. They've got Islamic rights, and that has in some cases made it difficult for men to marry them, because husbands are supposed to buy them expensive things and treat them very well, otherwise women have the right to ask a great amount of money (called Mehr) according to the law, which most husbands cannot afford, so men will be imprisoned.The only thing that women are not allowed to do in Iran is getting into public football stadiums and that's because such places are full of cheeky guys. They do anything from taking part in rallies to singing pop songs.Anything! I've put a sample here. <br />Another funny thing: Your footage about stoning the women who have committed adultery. Have you ever asked yourselves how many years ago that footage related to? Are they balck and white or colourful? But in one case (related to many years ago) the thing that had happened was incest not adultery. Most of those footages are from Afghanistan which was ruled by freaks (Taliban) or the very early days just after Iran's revolution! Otherwise you'd get new footages at least once a month!What exactly makes you think women are treated differently?The way they were/are treated in Saudi Arabia? Try to think of the racism in your country too. Each country has its own problems.I found a BOOK of the U.S problems and it got me dizzy! Iran has its own problems too.<br />Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan are --------- SEPERATE COUNTRIES! --------- Even within Iran, 60% of us are Persian and 30% are Turkish! Iran is a normal country like any other in the world. The Media are very good at creating really scary stuff: "IRAN BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS!!!" "IRAN UNDERCOVER!!!" Some of that garbage would be enough to scare ME away! But in truth, Iranians are far more open-minded than you have been led to believe. <br />There are lots of Iranians today who are geniuses and scientists, and are all under age 25. For instance a 17 year old boy has invented 72 amazing inventions. Every year a special scientific compeition is held here and students assemble to show off hundreds of inventions. Iranian students and sportsmen win gold and silver medals in different competitions in the world all the time, in robotics, biology, maths, physics, sports, anything! Why don't the Media talk about them? Please don't summarize our nation and culture with the single word "nuclear". Although we're proud of this achievement because we believe that having nuclear energy means that a country is developed.Did you know that the countries having the highest number of scientists in the world are in this order? 1-India 2-Korea 3-Iran <br /><br /><br />A few months ago Iran uncovered the most effective anti-H.I.V medicine. I searched for news of that on the internet, but there was no single sign of it.Now, I found it among the English news: "The medicine is produced from herbs using nano technology" The link to read about it is: http://www.payvand.com/news/07/feb/1032.html<br />The Media are unjust. They never talk about facts! <br />Some interesting facts: <br />Iran is a pioneer in medicine and genetics, and Iranian surgeons have found lots of new methods for treating spinal defects, and many diseases (mainly the treatment for different types of cancer) and the best brain and heart surgeons are Iranian.The pioneer in heart transplants and artificiall hearts and so on and so! (I've put two websites below) The head of the Mars Mission in NASA is Iranian. One of the best designers of sports cars working in Germany is Iranian. Some of the best 3D animators are Iranian. Iran is one of the best countries in counter-engineering. Holds the second place in building dams and in loads of other things! It's one of the top countries in bio-technology and nano-technology. The 4th highest tower in the world (Milad tower) is in Tehran (visit it at this link from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Milad.jpg ). 51 of the top 100 universities in the Mid-East are in Iran, and they're among the top universities of the world as well. The champion weight-lifter, a woman the nobel peace prize are Iranian. The 6th top movie director in the world is Iranian.(Abbas Kiarostami) http://arts.guardian.co.uk/fridayreview/story/0,12102,1084266,00.html<br />Iranian Director's Film Wins Spanish Festival Top Prize - VOA News (September 25, 2004) These are just small samples.I can't put every news about Iran here.Then you should visit press TV website.<br />Iranian girls are famous for being terrific. We have Persian rugs and Persian literature, many Persian poets, artists and scientists that are world famous. Iranian culture is now westernized and only a little of the ancient culture has survived. According to statistics Tehran is the cheapest capital city in the world (one Dollar =about 950 Tomans! For example you can buy windows vista for 1 Dollar here instead of 700 Dollars!!!wow!) There are many other things. How many pages would you need to describe a country? Iran has nearly all the industries and technologies found in 'developed' countries. Oh, and we have four seasons! We get a lot of snow and there are skating rinks! lol The list is endless.<br /><br />I'm gonna introduce Iran's international news website to you (Press TV) which was established recently. It's fully in English. In the "Sic / Tech" section you'll always see Iran's discoveries. The address is: http://www.presstv.ir/news.aspx Press TV news: Iranian scientists have registered more than 4800 inventions during the last Iranian calendar year of 1385 (April 21 2006-April 20, 2007). 4800 inventions in just one year!<br />The list of highly-respected Iranian scientists in the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Iranian_scientists_and_engineers#T<br />The list of notable Iranian figures and pioneers: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Medicine_in_Iran<br />An extract: Iranian medical community is a significant part of medical community in US and Europe<br />Enough evidence?<br /><br />Some people think Iran is a desert! Well, it is, if you consider California a desert. We share the same latitude. Iran is a modern country with breathtakingly beautiful nature and lots of historic places to visit. Please take a look at the following links to see if Iran looks like what you think or not! This is a photo of Tehran (Awesome, Isn't it?): http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Tehran-2-1600.jpg <br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tehran <br /><br />If you like you can visit these too, hundreds of pretty photos from the cities, nature and historic places: (It's like a free tour!)<br /><br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Hills_south_west_of_Sanandaj_near_the_village_of_Kilaneh.jpg<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=all<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=2<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com:80/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=4<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=13<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran<br /><br />Some people think music is forbidden in Iran. "Music of Iran and Iranian musicians have received countless awards in the course of history. Every year from 1977 to 2007.Evidence? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Iran<br />I send Iranian music to my American and Canadian chat friends and they all say they're some of the best songs they've ever heard. <br />Here's a sample of the latest hits from two official Iranian music websites.You can just right click on the links below and choose "Save Target As" to download them.I guess you'll fall for it! Iranian music is just modern pop and the best sort of it.<br />1.(You know this: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Neorin%20-%20To%20Ino%20Miduni.mp3<br />2.(Hold my hand: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/09_%20Dastamo%20Begir.mp3<br />3.(The wetness of your eyes: 2006) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Ehsan%20Gheibi%20-%20Khisie%20Cheshmat.mp3<br />4.(I just want you: 2003) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Mansour/Crazy/Delam%20Faghat%20Toro%20Mikhaad(www.Bia2Music.com).MP3<br />5.(The rain: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2005%20Baroon%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />6.(The window: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/03_%20Panjereh.mp3<br />7.(Keep me in your memory: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/07_%20Yaade%20Man%20Baash.mp3<br />8.(Farangis "A female name" 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2001%20Farangis%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />9.(The distance: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/03_%20Faseleh.mp3<br />10.(Sunrise: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/04_%20Tolou.mp3<br />11.(Stop world:2006) http://www.sarzaminmusic.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Reza%20Sadeghi%20-%20Vaysa%20Donya/01_%20Vaysa%20Donya.mp3<br />12.(You can't: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/06_%20Nemitooni.mp3<br /><br />And so on and on!<br /><br />It's now 2007 and most people still think we are uneducated people living in deserts, riding camels!<br /><br />Part 2: Political info. <br />Let's clarify some political issues as well: Some of the Americans think that president Ahmadinejad hates the U.S and Israel and wants to nuke them!! The Media are good at putting lying comments out there. I really don't get the point why our politicians defame themselves by talking about things that have got nothing to do with us. The thing is that they occasionally make some statements that the media would make them controversial topics to interest its viewers! For example they pick up some specific phrases of a long speech (without refering to the main points and reasons for that speech) and put so many bad comments on that. <br />First of all, Iranians don't hate anyone. If our government complains about some injustice going on in the world, it's not bad, is it? (Although what we want from them is to shut up and not get us into trouble by talking about things that are none of our concern) We hate neither Jews nor Americans. How would our guys dream of America, want to be like them as much as possible, and hate them at the same time?! SECRET: Iranians are the only people in the Mid-East that are pro-American! Being agaisnt the U.S policies is a different story! We live basically the same lives.Don't look at the way women dress at the public places! You've got to see them in other places!I've got to say that for Iran, Israel is not equal with Jews! Israel is a gov't. Jews are faithful people! A few of them live here in our neighbourhood and they live just like the rest of Iranians. (20,000 Jews and lots of Christians live here! Iran's different!) And two of Iran's parliment members are Jews. Who says we want to force others to convert to Islam? Have you ever found a Muslim knocking at your door asking you to do so? <br />Christians and Jews are both God-believers and respectful to us. In Iran, religion is one of the least important factors. Where you come from and what your religion is are not important to us at all. <br /><br />I wonder who Iran is really a threat to. Is it logical to say someone's guilty because we THINK / PREDICT that he's going to do something wrong? And they repeat the same "nuclear weapons" tosh over and over and brainwash people! Correction! It's "nuclear energy". Besides, how many "nuclear weapons" do they have themselves? Hundreds of thousands? Has Iran ever attacked any countries? No. Has it developed any nukes? No! That's what nuclear agency says. Only Iran's opponents are pulling Iran's leg and what they say is just based on political conflicts. What we're doing is legal. Iran is a peaceful country. Why? It's the regional super-power and if she wanted, she could easily invade the countries in our neibourhood just like what Saddam did to our country, but as you see Iran has peaceful relations with all of them. <br /><br />Some people say he said: Israel should be wiped off the map! the thing is that he exactly said: "The Imam "Khomeyni" said this regime occupying Jerusalem must vanish from the page of time."They've only told you this phrase not the whole thing and it's mistranslated intentionally. Besides, they've been saying such things for a long time.It's their habit.Here's an article."Wiped off the map....The roumor of the century.Read how the media and the U.S newspapers have twisted it into a controvertioal topic. http://www.antiwar.com/orig/norouzi.php?articleid=11025 I don't like the way he speaks frankly, but admit that other presidents say many terrible things too, but the media doesn't pull their leg so much!<br />Now you see that you were wrong.Iran has always defended itself, but it's not an offensive country. <br /><br />Some say he's said: "The Holocaust is a myth!" Again, this is a single phrase taken from a long speech and there are totally logical reasons for saying so. If 6,000,000 Jews were killed, that's terrible, but 300,000 Shiite Moslems killed by Saddam aren't important at all? Over 650,000 Iraqi people are killed and that's not important?! When Fox News simply says that America and Israel are capable of destroying and killing Iran's population of 69,000,000 within two weeks, it's OK and no one says they're threatening other countries to nuke them (I saw this with my own eyes on the Fox News website) Millions of people killed in Afghanistan, Hiroshima & Nagasaki and the Vietnam war are not considered human beings at all! Now I think you'd get the point why he's IRONICALLY said it's a myth. Moreover, don't you believe in freedom of speech/mind? <br /><br />Some countries are using Iran as a scapegoat to put the blame (for their own faults) on. <br />This part is just for Americans:<br />Those of you who say why Iran says "Death to America": <br />1. 'America' to us means the U.S govt, not the people. How do you expect Iranians to mean "American people" when our media admires Americans for marching and holding up "no war" placards?!<br />2. The new generation don't say such things and if some of them occasionally march in the streets that's because some of the stupid guys enjoy making noise and they mainly go out there to meet their girlfriends/boyfriends! Strange. Isn't it? <br />3. Such mottos are not just said in Iran and as you know whatever you hear is a response to the U.S govt's terrible actions which has made life for many people hell (You wouldn't deny that attacking countries is a mistake. Would you?) <br />4. The U.S gov't helped Saddam attack Iran and I hope you know which country gave Iraq biological weapons which killed a million Iranians. <br />5. America hit an Iranian airplane over the Persian Gulf and killed 200 passengers for no reason.<br />6. America places sanctions on Iran, promotes a false image of Iran and Iranians, scares tourists away, and harms our economy, development and credit. To what purpose?<br /><br />When you call Ahmadinejad a nutcase for what he's said, what do you call Bush for his actions? I mean it's a good idea to consider what Bush is doing to the world with his wrong decisions and lies. Bush is powerful and influencial, but Ahmadinejad is nothing.He's even failed to control the inflation<br />.<br />To those who are upset with American hostages taken for 444 days: <br />1. Firstly, It's related to so many years ago and it's almost a part of history, and don't forget that when there's a revolution, there'd be chaos and people may do things that they should not, moreover they're all alive and healthy. Aren't they? <br />2.The U.S has arrested Iranian diplomats in Iraq and had tortured the one who was freed. Now you decide who has the right to be upset with whom. How do you believe in their lies about politics when they hide both the most and the least important things from you considering the fact that politics is the world of lies in its nature?!!!<br /><br />If you like to insist on your theory of attacking Israel, I'll tell you our logical theory: "The moment that Iran attacks Israel, Iran will be wiped off the face of the earth by the U.S and its allies.(Thought this twisted phrase is familiar to you) and Iran is far more logical than doing such a stupid thing" So, forget about it.I'm quite sure you know that all the events and lies in the world are a part of a pre-planned scenario by major world-powers (Iran as an important country has always been a part of their plans)And the first step is to brainwash people.They excactly know what will happen even 50 years later! I think Iraq is such a good example.Attacking it with the excuse of removing Seddam while they'd put Seddam there themselves and had supported him for years! The same is true with Al Qaida if you do some research! But in this particular case Iran and the U.S were co-operating in fighting the terrorists in Afghanistan.<br /><br />When we think of the U.S, we think of its greatness and its countless "positive points" not its president.When you think of other countries, you think of their presidents or a nation as a whole?! No gov't in the world is representative for its people.Try to judge everyone righteously not just by a few things that you find as "negative points".<br /><br />Isn't it better for both countries to forget past conflicts and to have peaceful relations? Our two gov'ts are like 10 year old children playing a stupid, harsh, rhetorical game. They don't care about hurting people's feelings. They just try to make our two peoples enemies to achieve their own goals. We, as the people of these countries, MUST NOT allow these conflics into our hearts. Now, what do you think? You'll have elections soon and we'll have one in 2009.You just vote for a Democrate and we'll find someone who'd get along with the U.S (Our former pres is a nice bet).Deal?No matter how much they hide this fact, but if Iran and the U.S co-operate with each other, not only the Mid-East crises will be solved but also it'll have a great positive impact on the world.I can't wait to see both nations in peace. It'd be marvelous! <br />BTW, Did you find my article informative? : )<br />Thanks for your timeTo Heather: I agree with a lot of what you say.But violating of human rights doesn't belong to Iran.Here's the international website where you can see the violation of human rights in all countries.Choose the country you want.I read the U.S profile and it was horrifying.In each country the cases are different.Plz read the same for the U.S and other countries too: http://web.amnesty.org/report2006/usa-summary-eng You're right.In Iran they're related to hair and tight clothing and stuff.All this doesn't mean that life's bad.It's so coll.How many people would commit illigal sex here?How many would wear their hair out?Only a few who here are considered hooligans.The values of each country differer.P.S wearing fashionable clothes doesn't necessarily mean being half naked.Here the mesning of fashion is different.Also, for the rest I've provided so many links as evidence.I have back up for whatever I say.If you're afraid of clicking on the links that's not my problem.I've<br><br><br /><b> People will you still fear Iran after reading this?</b><br> I believe that if you spend 10 minutes reading this essay, you will be better informed than if you listen to a lifetime's worth of Major Media news. This article has two parts:<br />1. Cultural and general info <br />2. Political info. <br />Note: I've explained everything.Any answers before reading the whole thing will prove to be wrong.Specially the political part.I've provided evidance for whatever I say.It's just the way it is.<br />****<br />Part 1: Cultural and general info <br />Hi. I'm a 19 year old Iranian who has spent his life in Iran.I study English.When I chat with people from other countries, I am shocked to see how totally wrong their ideas are about Iran. I wrote this article in an attempt to help correct those ideas.<br />The first thing America, and the West in general, accuses our government of is that we don't allow personal freedoms. Actually, Iranians disobey laws they don't like as much as anyone.There are only a few restrictions.It's cool over here. People here do whatever they wish to! Many strict rules in other countries don't even exist in Iran. Also, you should understand that what may seem so normal to you, may be a nightmare for us and vise versa.Some of Iran's laws are based on OUR culture. You look at our country from "your own point of view"! In Iran every single house has a sattelite dish. Sattelite television has a serious influence on our people, and Iranians wear very fashionable clothing. Maybe it is a kind of imitation, but we still have our own unique Iranian style. A visitor might wonder if this is a country or a fantasy pageant of beauty queens! Almost women wear half their their hair out, and make-up and fashionable clothing are everywhere.I ignore a few fuddy-duddies though! We look at the world in a beautiful way, cos we know what's it like! Many of you don't even have a clue what's life like in other countries! Buy a satllite.It's worth it! I assure you!<br />You would be surprised to see the difference between what you imagine and what Iran really is! <br />In my view, everything is great, if you ignore unemployment, drugs, inflation and air pollution. (Common problems in today's world?) Also, you can't compare Iran today with the Iran you remember. The Shah and the Iatollah Khomini are both some 30 years in the past! 70% of Iran's population is a new generation (Under age 30) without the biases of the past and we've transformed everything.<br />Ever heard Iranian girls are terrific?I've collected some photos showing Iranian girls! Look! Poeple are like this!<br />http://www.salijoon.ir/bazigar/hedye%20tehrani/30nema4251159.JPG<br />http://www.30nema.com/images/gallery/30nema4252403.jpg<br />http://i10.tinypic.com/4clk3us.jpg<br />http://tinypic.com/2d0nfao.jpg Enough proof?<br />Some people think women don't have any rights in Iran. But in my view, women are overrunning the place. They're very respectful, and they've been the winners in so many cases: They get into the best universities because they're very smart. And they get the best jobs because they can do so many of them better than men. They've got Islamic rights, and that has in some cases made it difficult for men to marry them, because husbands are supposed to buy them expensive things and treat them very well, otherwise women have the right to ask a great amount of money (called Mehr) according to the law, which most husbands cannot afford, so men will be imprisoned.The only thing that women are not allowed to do in Iran is getting into public football stadiums and that's because such places are full of cheeky guys. They do anything from taking part in rallies to singing pop songs.Anything! I've put a sample here. <br />Another funny thing: Your footage about stoning the women who have committed adultery. Have you ever asked yourselves how many years ago that footage related to? Are they balck and white or colourful? But in one case (related to many years ago) the thing that had happened was incest not adultery. Most of those footages are from Afghanistan which was ruled by freaks (Taliban) or the very early days just after Iran's revolution! Otherwise you'd get new footages at least once a month!What exactly makes you think women are treated differently?The way they were/are treated in Saudi Arabia? Try to think of the racism in your country too. Each country has its own problems.I found a BOOK of the U.S problems and it got me dizzy! Iran has its own problems too.<br />Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan are --------- SEPERATE COUNTRIES! --------- Even within Iran, 60% of us are Persian and 30% are Turkish! Iran is a normal country like any other in the world. The Media are very good at creating really scary stuff: "IRAN BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS!!!" "IRAN UNDERCOVER!!!" Some of that garbage would be enough to scare ME away! But in truth, Iranians are far more open-minded than you have been led to believe. <br />There are lots of Iranians today who are geniuses and scientists, and are all under age 25. For instance a 17 year old boy has invented 72 amazing inventions. Every year a special scientific compeition is held here and students assemble to show off hundreds of inventions. Iranian students and sportsmen win gold and silver medals in different competitions in the world all the time, in robotics, biology, maths, physics, sports, anything! Why don't the Media talk about them? Please don't summarize our nation and culture with the single word "nuclear". Although we're proud of this achievement because we believe that having nuclear energy means that a country is developed.Did you know that the countries having the highest number of scientists in the world are in this order? 1-India 2-Korea 3-Iran <br /><br /><br />A few months ago Iran uncovered the most effective anti-H.I.V medicine. I searched for news of that on the internet, but there was no single sign of it.Now, I found it among the English news: "The medicine is produced from herbs using nano technology" The link to read about it is: http://www.payvand.com/news/07/feb/1032.html<br />The Media are unjust. They never talk about facts! <br />Some interesting facts: <br />Iran is a pioneer in medicine and genetics, and Iranian surgeons have found lots of new methods for treating spinal defects, and many diseases (mainly the treatment for different types of cancer) and the best brain and heart surgeons are Iranian.The pioneer in heart transplants and artificiall hearts and so on and so! (I've put two websites below) The head of the Mars Mission in NASA is Iranian. One of the best designers of sports cars working in Germany is Iranian. Some of the best 3D animators are Iranian. Iran is one of the best countries in counter-engineering. Holds the second place in building dams and in loads of other things! It's one of the top countries in bio-technology and nano-technology. The 4th highest tower in the world (Milad tower) is in Tehran (visit it at this link from wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Milad.jpg ). 51 of the top 100 universities in the Mid-East are in Iran, and they're among the top universities of the world as well. The champion weight-lifter, a woman the nobel peace prize are Iranian. The 6th top movie director in the world is Iranian.(Abbas Kiarostami) http://arts.guardian.co.uk/fridayreview/story/0,12102,1084266,00.html<br />Iranian Director's Film Wins Spanish Festival Top Prize - VOA News (September 25, 2004) These are just small samples.I can't put every news about Iran here.Then you should visit press TV website.<br />Iranian girls are famous for being terrific. We have Persian rugs and Persian literature, many Persian poets, artists and scientists that are world famous. Iranian culture is now westernized and only a little of the ancient culture has survived. According to statistics Tehran is the cheapest capital city in the world (one Dollar =about 950 Tomans! For example you can buy windows vista for 1 Dollar here instead of 700 Dollars!!!wow!) There are many other things. How many pages would you need to describe a country? Iran has nearly all the industries and technologies found in 'developed' countries. Oh, and we have four seasons! We get a lot of snow and there are skating rinks! lol The list is endless.<br /><br />I'm gonna introduce Iran's international news website to you (Press TV) which was established recently. It's fully in English. In the "Sic / Tech" section you'll always see Iran's discoveries. The address is: http://www.presstv.ir/news.aspx Press TV news: Iranian scientists have registered more than 4800 inventions during the last Iranian calendar year of 1385 (April 21 2006-April 20, 2007). 4800 inventions in just one year!<br />The list of highly-respected Iranian scientists in the world: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Iranian_scientists_and_engineers#T<br />The list of notable Iranian figures and pioneers: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Medicine_in_Iran<br />An extract: Iranian medical community is a significant part of medical community in US and Europe<br />Enough evidence?<br /><br />Some people think Iran is a desert! Well, it is, if you consider California a desert. We share the same latitude. Iran is a modern country with breathtakingly beautiful nature and lots of historic places to visit. Please take a look at the following links to see if Iran looks like what you think or not! This is a photo of Tehran (Awesome, Isn't it?): http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Tehran-2-1600.jpg <br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tehran <br /><br />If you like you can visit these too, hundreds of pretty photos from the cities, nature and historic places: (It's like a free tour!)<br /><br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Hills_south_west_of_Sanandaj_near_the_village_of_Kilaneh.jpg<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=all<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=2<br />http://www.pbase.com/k_amj/throughout_iran&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com:80/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=4<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=3<br />http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199709&page=13<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran<br /><br />Some people think music is forbidden in Iran. "Music of Iran and Iranian musicians have received countless awards in the course of history. Every year from 1977 to 2007.Evidence? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_of_Iran<br />I send Iranian music to my American and Canadian chat friends and they all say they're some of the best songs they've ever heard. <br />Here's a sample of the latest hits from two official Iranian music websites.You can just right click on the links below and choose "Save Target As" to download them.I guess you'll fall for it! Iranian music is just modern pop and the best sort of it.<br />1.(You know this: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Neorin%20-%20To%20Ino%20Miduni.mp3<br />2.(Hold my hand: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/09_%20Dastamo%20Begir.mp3<br />3.(The wetness of your eyes: 2006) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Top33/128/Ehsan%20Gheibi%20-%20Khisie%20Cheshmat.mp3<br />4.(I just want you: 2003) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Mansour/Crazy/Delam%20Faghat%20Toro%20Mikhaad(www.Bia2Music.com).MP3<br />5.(The rain: 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2005%20Baroon%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />6.(The window: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/03_%20Panjereh.mp3<br />7.(Keep me in your memory: 2005) http://www.sarzamin.org/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/07_%20Yaade%20Man%20Baash.mp3<br />8.(Farangis "A female name" 2007) http://download.bia2music.com/Music/Irani/Siavash%20Ghomayshi/Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/64/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise%20-%2001%20Farangis%20(www.Bia2Music.com).wma<br />9.(The distance: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/03_%20Faseleh.mp3<br />10.(Sunrise: 2007) http://www.sarzaminsong.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Siavash%20Ghomayshi%20-%20Sunset%20to%20Sunrise/04_%20Tolou.mp3<br />11.(Stop world:2006) http://www.sarzaminmusic.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Reza%20Sadeghi%20-%20Vaysa%20Donya/01_%20Vaysa%20Donya.mp3<br />12.(You can't: 2007) http://www.sarzaminmp3.com/Sarzaminmusic/Persian/128KB/Mansour%20-%20Beautiful/06_%20Nemitooni.mp3<br /><br />And so on and on!<br /><br />It's now 2007 and most people still think we are uneducated people living in deserts, riding camels!<br /><br />Part 2: Political info. <br />Let's clarify some political issues as well: Some of the Americans think that president Ahmadinejad hates the U.S and Israel and wants to nuke them!! The Media are good at putting lying comments out there. I really don't get the point why our politicians defame themselves by talking about things that have got nothing to do with us. The thing is that they occasionally make some statements that the media would make them controversial topics to interest its viewers! For example they pick up some specific phrases of a long speech (without refering to the main points and reasons for that speech) and put so many bad comments on that. <br />First of all, Iranians don't hate anyone. If our government complains about some injustice going on in the world, it's not bad, is it? (Although what we want from them is to shut up and not get us into trouble by talking about things that are none of our concern) We hate neither Jews nor Americans. How would our guys dream of America, want to be like them as much as possible, and hate them at the same time?! SECRET: Iranians are the only people in the Mid-East that are pro-American! Being agaisnt the U.S policies is a different story! We live basically the same lives.Don't look at the way women dress at the public places! You've got to see them in other places!I've got to say that for Iran, Israel is not equal with Jews! Israel is a gov't. Jews are faithful people! A few of them live here in our neighbourhood and they live just like the rest of Iranians. (20,000 Jews and lots of Christians live here! Iran's different!) And two of Iran's parliment members are Jews. Who says we want to force others to convert to Islam? Have you ever found a Muslim knocking at your door asking you to do so? <br />Christians and Jews are both God-believers and respectful to us. In Iran, religion is one of the least important factors. Where you come from and what your religion is are not important to us at all. <br /><br />I wonder who Iran is really a threat to. Is it logical to say someone's guilty because we THINK / PREDICT that he's going to do something wrong? And they repeat the same "nuclear weapons" tosh over and over and brainwash people! Correction! It's "nuclear energy". Besides, how many "nuclear weapons" do they have themselves? Hundreds of thousands? Has Iran ever attacked any countries? No. Has it developed any nukes? No! That's what nuclear agency says. Only Iran's opponents are pulling Iran's leg and what they say is just based on political conflicts. What we're doing is legal. Iran is a peaceful country. Why? It's the regional super-power and if she wanted, she could easily invade the countries in our neibourhood just like what Saddam did to our country, but as you see Iran has peaceful relations with all of them. <br /><br />Some people say he said: Israel should be wiped off the map! the thing is that he exactly said: "The Imam "Khomeyni" said this regime occupying Jerusalem must vanish from the page of time."They've only told you this phrase not the whole thing and it's mistranslated intentionally. Besides, they've been saying such things for a long time.It's their habit.Here's an article."Wiped off the map....The roumor of the century.Read how the media and the U.S newspapers have twisted it into a controvertioal topic. http://www.antiwar.com/orig/norouzi.php?articleid=11025 I don't like the way he speaks frankly, but admit that other presidents say many terrible things too, but the media doesn't pull their leg so much!<br />Now you see that you were wrong.Iran has always defended itself, but it's not an offensive country. <br /><br />Some say he's said: "The Holocaust is a myth!" Again, this is a single phrase taken from a long speech and there are totally logical reasons for saying so. If 6,000,000 Jews were killed, that's terrible, but 300,000 Shiite Moslems killed by Saddam aren't important at all? Over 650,000 Iraqi people are killed and that's not important?! When Fox News simply says that America and Israel are capable of destroying and killing Iran's population of 69,000,000 within two weeks, it's OK and no one says they're threatening other countries to nuke them (I saw this with my own eyes on the Fox News website) Millions of people killed in Afghanistan, Hiroshima & Nagasaki and the Vietnam war are not considered human beings at all! Now I think you'd get the point why he's IRONICALLY said it's a myth. Moreover, don't you believe in freedom of speech/mind? <br /><br />Some countries are using Iran as a scapegoat to put the blame (for their own faults) on. <br />This part is just for Americans:<br />Those of you who say why Iran says "Death to America": <br />1. 'America' to us means the U.S govt, not the people. How do you expect Iranians to mean "American people" when our media admires Americans for marching and holding up "no war" placards?!<br />2. The new generation don't say such things and if some of them occasionally march in the streets that's because some of the stupid guys enjoy making noise and they mainly go out there to meet their girlfriends/boyfriends! Strange. Isn't it? <br />3. Such mottos are not just said in Iran and as you know whatever you hear is a response to the U.S govt's terrible actions which has made life for many people hell (You wouldn't deny that attacking countries is a mistake. Would you?) <br />4. The U.S gov't helped Saddam attack Iran and I hope you know which country gave Iraq biological weapons which killed a million Iranians. <br />5. America hit an Iranian airplane over the Persian Gulf and killed 200 passengers for no reason.<br />6. America places sanctions on Iran, promotes a false image of Iran and Iranians, scares tourists away, and harms our economy, development and credit. To what purpose?<br /><br />When you call Ahmadinejad a nutcase for what he's said, what do you call Bush for his actions? I mean it's a good idea to consider what Bush is doing to the world with his wrong decisions and lies. Bush is powerful and influencial, but Ahmadinejad is nothing.He's even failed to control the inflation<br />.<br />To those who are upset with American hostages taken for 444 days: <br />1. Firstly, It's related to so many years ago and it's almost a part of history, and don't forget that when there's a revolution, there'd be chaos and people may do things that they should not, moreover they're all alive and healthy. Aren't they? <br />2.The U.S has arrested Iranian diplomats in Iraq and had tortured the one who was freed. Now you decide who has the right to be upset with whom. How do you believe in their lies about politics when they hide both the most and the least important things from you considering the fact that politics is the world of lies in its nature?!!!<br /><br />If you like to insist on your theory of attacking Israel, I'll tell you our logical theory: "The moment that Iran attacks Israel, Iran will be wiped off the face of the earth by the U.S and its allies.(Thought this twisted phrase is familiar to you) and Iran is far more logical than doing such a stupid thing" So, forget about it.I'm quite sure you know that all the events and lies in the world are a part of a pre-planned scenario by major world-powers (Iran as an important country has always been a part of their plans)And the first step is to brainwash people.They excactly know what will happen even 50 years later! I think Iraq is such a good example.Attacking it with the excuse of removing Seddam while they'd put Seddam there themselves and had supported him for years! The same is true with Al Qaida if you do some research! But in this particular case Iran and the U.S were co-operating in fighting the terrorists in Afghanistan.<br /><br />When we think of the U.S, we think of its greatness and its countless "positive points" not its president.When you think of other countries, you think of their presidents or a nation as a whole?! No gov't in the world is representative for its people.Try to judge everyone righteously not just by a few things that you find as "negative points".<br /><br />Isn't it better for both countries to forget past conflicts and to have peaceful relations? Our two gov'ts are like 10 year old children playing a stupid, harsh, rhetorical game. They don't care about hurting people's feelings. They just try to make our two peoples enemies to achieve their own goals. We, as the people of these countries, MUST NOT allow these conflics into our hearts. Now, what do you think? You'll have elections soon and we'll have one in 2009.You just vote for a Democrate and we'll find someone who'd get along with the U.S (Our former pres is a nice bet).Deal?No matter how much they hide this fact, but if Iran and the U.S co-operate with each other, not only the Mid-East crises will be solved but also it'll have a great positive impact on the world.I can't wait to see both nations in peace. It'd be marvelous! <br />BTW, Did you find my article informative? : )<br />Thanks for your timeTo searching-please: First thanks for your answer. Items: 8.If you come and live here, you'll be considered an Iranian citizen!You're friend's boasting.He can't get back because everyone should serve in military for 2 years and anyone who doesn't can be legally persued. 9.No! Iranians love Americans! Remember, we're pro-American! 10.This one's so mean! lol 11.No! 12.Thanks for the info! 3.Currenlt Iran's co-operating to stablize there and Iranian engineers are there renovating Iraq. 14.Me too.In 2009. 15.A woman's much better than a man as long as she's not Candoliza Rice! She's not good! 16.I'm just nineteen.How do I know?! P.S.Of course we have!<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-6125319108812336259?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-15758059393369193592009-06-12T07:18:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:20:36.234-07:00Bill Russell<center><img src="http://blogs.phillyburbs.com/news/bct/wp-content/blogs.dir/3/files/00russell.jpg" border="0" alt="bill russell" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>The Young Kingz Daily 2.0: Bill Russell Conversation w/ Dwight Howard</strong><br>Bill Russell Conversation w/ Dwight Howard. Okay this nigga went ham tonight. 16pts, 21 rbs, & 9 blocks and still came up w/ an L (Ah well blame it on Jameeeerrrr). Where ya'll at Orlando fans? 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Some people think that friends have to be equals in everything -- in other words, what I get from you must be equal to what you get from me. ...<br><br /><strong>NBA Finals MVP Award Named in Russels&#39; Honor В« Gospelspectrum&#39;s Blog</strong><br>Bill Russell, the cornerstone of a Boston Celtics team that won 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons, including a record eight straight titles, will be permanently honored by having The Finals Most Valuable Player Trophy named for him, ...<br><br /><strong>NBA Legend Bill Russell | WBUR and NPR - On Point with Tom Ashbrook</strong><br>NBA and Boston Celtics basketball legend Bill Russell reflects on a life on the court and his friendship with coaching great, Red Auerbach.<br><br /><b> Remember when Michael Jordan embarrassed "Bill Russell" during the NBA Finals?</b><br> Why is michael jordan considered better than wilt?<br />why...statistically and dominance.. is wilt not considered the geatest of all time??...i mean he avg like 50 pts w/o a 3 pt line (not that he could hit threes) and w/o good free throw shooting (which he did alot)...he still scored that much and was a dominant defensive force...now jordan avg impressive numbers too..but seems to me that wilt was more impressive on the court...so who is better??<br />Also dont say championships...even though it was part of mj's success...bill russell won 11, robert horry won 7 are they considered better than jordan??.. also this is what wilt did<br />2Г— NBA champion (1967, 1972)<br />4Г— NBA MVP (1960, 1966-1968)<br />13Г— NBA All-Star (1960-1969, 1971-1973)<br />1Г— NBA Finals MVP (1972)<br />7Г— All-NBA First Team Selection (1960-1962, 1964, 1966-1968)<br />3Г— All-NBA Second Team Selection (1963, 1965, 1972)<br />2Г— NBA All-Defensive First Team Selection (1972-1973)<br />1960 NBA Rookie of the Year<br />1Г— NBA All-Star Game MVP (1960)<br />NBA's 50th Anniversary All-Time Team<br />NBA 35th Anniversary Team<br><br><br /><b> Why is michael jordan considered better than wilt?</b><br> Center - Bill Russell<br />PF - Tim Duncan<br />Small Forward - Dominique Wilkins<br />Shooting Guard - MJ<br />Point Guard - Magic Johnson<br /><br />My list, what is yours?<br><br><br /><b> This question never gets old, who is your all time NBA Team?</b><br> 1. Michael Jordan, 6 nba championships, 6 finals mvp's, 5 mvp's, most efficient/ consistent scorer of all time avging 30 ppg on 50% shooting, while being one of the best perimeter defenders of all time. was the whole package, and came through in the clutch.<br /><br />2. Bill Russell, 11 nba championships, 5 mvp's, most intelligent player to ever play the game won 9 championships as a player, and 2 as a player/coach. the best interior defender of all time.<br /><br />3. Wilt Chamberlain, 2 nba championships, 4 nba mvp's was the most dominant player of all time, avged 50 ppg while grabbing 24 rpg. physically the best player of all-time.<br /><br />4. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 6 nba championships, 6 nba mvp's, was just a all around great nba center, he was a winner, had a high b-ball iq.<br /><br />5. Magic Johnson, 5 nba championships, 3 nba mvp's, was just a leader, a great all around nba player, could change the whole flow of the game with his passing.<br /><br />6. Larry Bird, 3 nba championships, 3 nba mvp's, never was he the most athletic, but his heart and determination made him better than players more athletic than him.<br /><br />7. Hakeem Olajuwon, 2 nba championships, 2 nba mvp's, probably the most dynamic center ever in the nba had all sorts of moves<br /><br />8. Oscar Robertson, 1 nba championship, 1 nba mvp, the best all around player to play in the nba, avged 30 ppg 10 rpg 10 apg in one season, but only once did he had a team to win the nba championship.<br /><br />9. Shaquille O'neal, 4 nba championships, 3 finals mvp's, 1 mvp, probably the 2nd most physically imposing athlete of all time, so unstoppable, in 2003 they had to legalize the zone.<br /><br />10. Tim Duncan, 4 nba championships, 3 finals mvp's, 2 nba mvp's, probably the 2nd smartest big man of all time, although losing some of his athleticism over the years, continues to play at the level he has played in his prime because of his skill and high bball iq.<br /><br />11. Kobe Bryant, 3 nba championships, 1 mvp, early in his young career he has won championships stepping up in the clutch, probably the games best learner of all time, watched old tapes of michael and other greats and using those moves, making him really skilled, but when it comes to the big moments make or miss this guy has no fear, has always come up big in the closing moments, and is probably the best closer of all time.<br /><br />12. Julius Erving, 1 nba championship, 2 aba championships, 1 nba mvp, 2 aba mvp's, the most graceful athlete to ever play the game, scoring mostly on dunks and lay ups.<br /><br />13. Jerry West, 1 nba championship, 1 finals mvp, the sharp shooting guard in the 70's was one of the best clutch performers of all time earning the nickname mr. clutch, and is on the nba logo<br /><br />14. Isiah Thomas, 2 nba championships, 1 finals mvp, was an ultra quick nba player, who was a great leader for the pistons bad boy team.<br /><br />15. Karl Malone, 2 mvp's, probably the best player to not win an nba championship because of the greatest player of all time michael jordan imposing his will against him.<br /><br />special honorable mention: George Mikan, 7 nbl/naa/nba championships, was the first ever dominant basketball player, and paved the way for everybody else in this list<br /><br />honorable mention: Charles Barkley, John Stockton, Elgin Baylor, Patrick Ewing, George Gervin, Pete Maravich, Moses Malone, Kevin Mchale, Scottie Pippen, David Robinson, <br /><br />to be mentioned: Lebron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul<br><br><br /><b> top 15 best players of all time?</b><br> .Lakers<br />Magic Johnson <br />Kareem Abdul-Jabbar <br />Jerry West <br />Kobe Bryant <br />Elgin Baylor <br />Shaquille O'Neal <br />Wilt Chamberlain <br />James Worthy <br />Gail Goodrich <br />George Mikan <br /><br /> coach Phil Jackson<br /><br /> 14 Championships<br /><br />.Celtics<br />Larry Bird <br />Bill Russell <br />John Havlicek <br />Kevin Garnett<br />Dave Cowens <br />Bob Cousy <br />Kevin McHale <br />Robert Parish <br />Paul Pierce <br />Tom Heinsohn<br /><br />Len Bias could have been the greatest player to play the game but he didnt get to play.<br /><br /> coach Red Auerbach<br /><br /> 16 Championships<br><br><br /><b> So which franchise is better from the 1940s to now? Lakers or Celtics?</b><br> Feel free to critique, hate, whine, or, god forbid, agree!<br /><br />Lakers Win!!!<br /><br /><br /><br />15. Bob Cousy - Showed what it meant to be a guard.<br /><br />14. Julius Irving - Made the NBA fun again.<br /><br />13. Hakeem Olajuwon - People forget how dominant this guy was.<br /><br />12. Magic Johnson - Brought versatility to the game.<br /><br />11. Karl Malone - I have no doubt in my mind that if Jordan had never played in the NBA, Karl Malone would be in most people's Top 5.<br /><br />10. Jerry West - Watching footage of this guy is amazing. Set the stage for good playmaking and laid foundation for the closer.<br /><br />9. Tim Duncan - The silent giant. The guy has accomplished everything he needs to, something that can't be said for many (if any) current NBA players.<br /><br />8. Elgin Baylor - This guy was incredible! His rebounding skills mixed with his ability to score and his willingness to pass secures him a place in my top 10.<br /><br />7. Larry Bird - Such a swift player who really studied the game. His dedication, even in strict competition, makes him one of the greatest of all time.<br /><br />6. Shaquille O'Neal - There wasn't anyone who could come even close to guarding him. He let new age fans get a little taste of what it may have been like to watch Chamberlain and Russell.<br /><br />5. Bill Russell - Showed the extreme of what it means to play as a team. People forget that while his numbers weren't like his main rival, they still weren't too shabby! He served as the captain, the head coach and team star and still managed to win, win and win.<br /><br />4. Wilt Chamberlain - Showed the extreme of how important athleticism is in this game. The record books say it all, but the guy basically made everyone else look inferior, and had fun while doing it.<br /><br />3. Kareem Abdul Jabbar - Jabbar's gift of consistency was also his curse in my opinion. Nevertheless, the guy managed not only to play well longer than anyone else, but be the best longer than anyone else.<br /><br />2. Oscar Robertson - Never got to see him play live, but, like Chamberlain, the numbers don't lie. The footage that I've seen from him, however, is amazing and averaging a triple double undoubtedly shows greatness.<br /><br />1. Michael Jordan - <br /><br /><br /><br />What's your list?Can someone tell me how Kobe is better than anyone of the players on my list.<br /><br />I have nothing against Kobe, in fact, I think he's the rightful owner of the 2008-09 MVP Award, but I honestly don't think he is better than Cousy was.Charles Barkley ---- Obviously would have been greater if Jordan hadn't of played, but I still don't consider him Top 15, or even Top 25 material.<br /><br />Domnique Wilkins -- Actually my second favorite player of all time (after Karl Malone). Unfortunately, he shouldn't even be mentioned when talking about the Top 15.<br /><br />Clyde Drexler --- Very overlooked in my opinion. The guy was a lil'Dr. J. I still don't think he beats Cousy though.John Stockton ---- I will give you guys this one. I wouldn't be mad switchin Cousy for Stockton.<br><br><br /><b> Top 15 NBA Players All Time (Here's My List)?</b><br> I like Wilt Chamberlain he's a BEAST!<br><br><br /><b> who is the best Bill Russell or Wilt Chamberlain?</b><br> Bill Russell<br />Oscar Robertson<br />Wilt the Stilt<br />Kareem<br />Dr. J<br />Magic<br />Bird<br />MJ<br /><br />Ok... I see those guys as THE ELITE. Do any of the following names belong up there next to those guys?<br /><br />Charles Barkley<br />Shaq<br />Tim Duncan<br />Karl Malone <br />Kobe<br />Lebron<br />Kevin Garnett<br><br><br /><b> A question about the greatest NBA Players?</b><br> well, a few weeks ago i was attacked by a boxer. before this had happened, he was a really friendly dog. but ever since ive seen the owners start beating him, i believe he has gotten aggressive. the first night he got out he went on an attacking rampage alongside with the cocker spaniel who is a big chicken anyways and won't get anywhere near someone. apparently they had some how found or made a whole and attacked our female jack russell terrier. then went across the street and the boxer bit a kid on the back of the neck. went down the street attcked another female dog who is a dalmation, half blind and all the way deaf. then finally got into some one's garage and tried to take out another female dog and a male, lab and retriever. so is this normal for a male dog to attack females? when the boxer attacked me i definitely know he wasnt playing and the owners keep calling me a liar. its been proven that the boxer was the attacker on both dogs, ours and the dalmation of the owner. can any one tell us what to do in the mean time with these people or will a hearing cover it. all we want them to do is pay the vet bill and we will drop charges but they prefer to cuss us out. theyre not even suppose to have the dog in their back yard but there it is after a week. without the cocker<br><br><br /><b> can someone answer my questions on dog attack please?</b><br> you can have rietire players on it or current players on it.<br />Mine would be<br /><br />PG- Magic Johnson<br />SG- Michael Jordan<br />SF- Kobe Bryant<br />PF- Larry Bird<br />C- Bill Russell<br><br><br /><b> what would be your ultimate NBA basketball lineup?</b><br> shaq<br />bill russell<br />wilt chamberlain<br />willis reed<br />kareem abdul jabar<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-1575805939336919359?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-56509592085653933242009-06-12T07:02:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:05:31.589-07:00Royal pains episode 2<center><img src="http://ngepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/mark-feuerstein-royal-pains.jpg" border="0" alt="royal pains episode 2" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>ROYAL PAINS Episode 2 “There Will Be Food” | Daemon&#39;s TV</strong><br>Episode Synopsis: ROYAL PAINS Episode 2 "There Will Be Food" - Tess, a ballerina, is thrilled when Evan expands her culinary horizons by feeding her hot dogs, Slurpees, and other foods she's had to give up to maintain her dancer's ...<br><br /><strong>“Royal Pains Episode 2″ | TheNewsPk</strong><br>USA continued on its path to cable domination with the best original series with last week's premiere of Royal Pains, staring Mark Feuerstein. 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I NOW refuse to live together as a couple due to my partners mental abuse to me (a pattern in all of his relationships) One afternoon, his friends shook their finger at me and said" I heard you were dancing with the devil again" and warned me to stay away from my partner as he strings along women and mentally breaks them down, verbally abuses and screws up all the women he dates They all leave the relationship in a devastated state. His best friends (our friends) respect me as I have known them (some longer than my partner) and told me to remember it was NOT ME, but HIM that was f***** up and to walk away while I still could. After this conversation, I left on holiday for 10 days and came back to my original senses (like the first time) and was going to break it off, but found out after my holiday and the day I was going to break everything off with my partner that I was pregnant! <br /><br />I am really confused. I really want this baby, but do not want him to be a part of the process anymore. In his abusive anger, he had several times discussed our pregnancy as his regret and a mistake and we should consider the "other" option. The thing I forgot to mention above was that getting pregnant was his WHOLE idea from the beginning!!!!! He did not stop thinking about it for months and tricked me into it one night. I know now it was his way of trying to make us a complete couple again. He lives in a fantasy movie. Now he is Blackmailing me into saying that if we can not live as a couple in bringing up a child together like a married couple, then he thinks we need to and I need to leave Australia. Also, now he says that I tricked him into going defacto!!!!!!! EVERYTHING WAS HIS IDEA!!! I need help and my head is spinning with hormones and my second depressive episode EVER!!! 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Don't be too talkative. He shies away from party animals. He wants to date someone with a purpose in life. Be interesting, and invite him to your workplace. He can visualize his name hyphenated after yours on the nameplate on your desk. Virgo men can be workaholics, that way they can avoid "nooners". Virgo males are not usually sexually promiscuous. Sex won't happen until you push for it, but be sure to have your STD test results handy. He will marry you in time--lots of time, so be patient. Your Virgo male won't divorce you. Once in love, it's for keeps. <br /><br /><br />is this true????<br><br><br /><b> it is true that to win a virgo man's heart is being patient?</b><br> Top 20 Best:<br />20. FLAVOR OF LOVE (VH1, 2006-08)<br />19. JON & KATE PLUS EIGHT (TLC, 2007-present)<br />18. THE APPRENTICE (NBC, 2004-present)<br />17. DEADLIEST CATCH (Discovery, 2005-present)<br />16. BLIND DATE (Syndicated, 1999-2006)<br />15. BIG BROTHER (CBS, 2000-present)<br />14. THE HILLS (MTV, 2006-present)<br />13. THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF... (Bravo, 2006-present)<br />12. BANDS ON THE RUN (VH1, 2001)<br />11. THE BACHELOR (ABC, 2002-present)<br />10. AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL (UPN, 2003-06; The CW, 2006–present)<br />9. PROJECT GREENLIGHT (HBO, 2001-03; Bravo, 2005)<br />8. TOP CHEF (Bravo, 2006-present)<br />7. JACKASS (MTV, 2000-02)<br />6. AMERICAN IDOL (Fox, 2002-present)<br />5. THE REAL WORLD (MTV, 1992-present)<br />4. PROJECT RUNWAY (Bravo, 2004-2008; Lifetime, 2009–present)<br />3. THE OSBOURNES (MTV, 2002-05)<br />2. THE AMAZING RACE (CBS, 2001-present)<br />1. SURVIVOR (CBS, 2000-present)<br /><br /><br />Top 10 Worst:<br />10. SKATING WITH CELEBRITIES (Fox, 2006)<br />9. BOY MEETS BOY (Bravo, 2003)<br />8. KILL REALITY (E!, 2005)<br />7. CHEATERS (Syndicated, 2000-present)<br />6. DANCING WITH THE STARS and AMERICAN IDOL results shows (DWTS: ABC, 2005-present; AI: Fox, 2002-present)<br />5. THE ANNA NICOLE SHOW (E!, 2002-03)<br />4. WHO WANTS TO MARRY A MULTI-MILLIONAIRE? (Fox, 2000)<br />3. ARE YOU HOT?: THE SEARCH FOR AMERICA'S SEXIEST PEOPLE (ABC, 2003)<br />2. BRITNEY AND KEVIN: CHAOTIC (UPN, 2005)<br />1. THE SWAN (Fox, 2004)<br><br><br /><b> What Do You Think Of Entertainment Weekly's Best/Worst Reality Shows?</b><br> I know there isn't a magic formula for getting into a top tier school but pretend your the admissions officer. Any help would be appreciated.<br /><br />Academic standing-<br />Gpa is a 3.9<br />Weighed Gpa is a 4.0<br />I have straight A's throughout high school. However I received 1 b+, which brought my GPA down.<br /><br />I don't have my results from my ACT yet but it will be in the range from 25 to 30. I don't think I will get anywhere higher than 30 or lower than 25.<br /><br />I am in National Honors Society. I am the president of my class. I have over 300 hours of volunteer service in my community. I am a varsity attorney for mock trial. I am on the varsity dance team at my high school. I believe I'm going to get captain for my senior year.<br /><br />These are my "hooks" or things that make me stand out.<br />I am involved in national and statewide youth boards. I have spoken at national youth conferences and hosted workshops at conferences in my state. I do a lot of advocating for youth voice and empowerment.<br />I am the South West Youth Representative for the MN Youth Council. <br /><br />I have some EXTREME special circumstances:<br /><br />My mother came from East Africa with my father. My dad left my family when I was young and so my mother worked overtime at a meat packing plant to compensate for 5 children as a single mother. My mom had a horrible accident at the plant she was working at and now suffers from chronic back problems. She can no longer work and my family has relied heavily on government aid.<br /><br />My mother is a hardworking person and enjoys being self-reliant so being stopped from working has led her to have severe depression. I pretty much raised myself and took care of my family from a young age.<br /><br />My family is way below the poverty line and my siblings and I took the initiative to work as early as we could to help pay bills. <br /><br />I know my story is disheartening but that's what you call the "American Dream" right. HA, anyways I hope this can get me an Ivy League education.<br /><br />I am not the typical applicant, I had to mature from an early age and I hope I can reflect all of my achievements through my personal statement.<br /><br />I know this is long, thanks for taking the time to read- I will award best answer.<br />Additional details <br />k thanks for the responses- I was recently invited to a private conference at Stanford university with an all expense paid trip. The dean, and admissions officers told me I should emphasize my special circumstances; especially because small portions of Ivy League applicants are low income.<br /><br />I also forgot to mention I recently won a national essay contest and had the opportunity to attend the National Republican Convention and meet influential members in the Republican Party.<br /><br />Addressing the AP comment- my school allows a limited amount of ap classes per year. Also they do not allow you to take Ap in freshman year therefore minor difference in my gpa.<br /><br />k tell me if that helps any and thanks for the honest opinions.<br><br><br /><b> Chances of getting into an Ivy league school (with Additional details from the first question like it)?</b><br> Alright so I am currently in a dilemma. Just recently, probably not more than a week or two ago, I went to the mall to buy my graduation dress. The results weren't so golden though, seeing as how my mom and I had 15 minutes left in the mall before closing time and we didn't even get a chance to actually LOOK at a dress suitable for me. Instead, she grabbed the first dress she saw and bought it. The next day, she threw out the receipt (why she did so, I do not know). However, I absolutely DESPISE the dress and it isn't even the right size! Now I'm on the verge of breaking down in tears because I don't want to miss my graduation dance but I have to if I don't have a dress. The dress is hideous though and I don't want to attend a dance in something I loathe. Call it teenage stubborness but I wanted to look and feel awesome in a dress, not disgusting and fake.<br /><br />Now I'm wondering if I'm able to return the dress without a receipt? I got it at Sears and the tags are still attached and the dress is in perfect condition (seeing as how I tried it on only once). My friend's mom offered to bring me to the mall to refund the dress and to help buy one that I would like. However, no receipt.....no refund? I'm not clear on Sears' return policy and I really want to return the dress. If someone could please tell me if I'm able to return it without a receipt, I would really appreciate it. Thank you.<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-7830336667696886518?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-52420162549124979602009-06-12T06:57:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:59:26.744-07:0016 and pregnant<center><img src="http://z.about.com/d/pregnancy/1/0/W/Z/3/07rojer16.jpg" border="0" alt="16 and pregnant" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>MTV 16 And Pregnant В» Right TV</strong><br>Last night MTV began airing a new documentary series, 16 And Pregnant, which gives a no-fluff look at real teenage mothers as they forge through the beginnings of motherhood. Read more about MTV's 16 And Pregnant, and see photos and ...<br><br /><strong>MTV&#39;s &#39;16 &amp; Pregnant&#39; Premieres Tonight | Allie Is Wired!</strong><br>MTV may not be the place for music videos anymore, or documentaries, for that matter. But they're taking their stance on teen pregnancy awareness and showing the lives of six girls whose lives will be changed forever, due to pregnancy ...<br><br /><strong>The Mom Crowd В» TV Recap &amp; Review: “16 and Pregnant”</strong><br>I wasn't feeling very well last night, so it was out of sheer curiosity that I tuned into the premiere of “16 and Pregnant” on MTV. I'm a mom, I like various reality tv shows, and there sure are a lot about moms these days. ...<br><br /><strong>16 and Pregnant</strong><br>Let the fuccery of what is teenage out of wedlock mothers and fathers begin and the glorification thanks to a tv show. It comes on tonight at 10 and.<br><br /><strong>Blue Badger: 16 and Pregnant</strong><br>I am worried that MTV's new show 16 and Pregnant will glorify teen pregnancy. I am quite sure that the hour long series will show how hard it really is to be young and pregnant. But I think that some idiot little girl will see the show ...<br><br /><strong>Watch 16 &amp; Pregnant Series Premiere - Satellite TV Guru</strong><br>Satellite TV and Internet Information, Reviews, and Deals.<br><br /><strong>MTV Remote Control Blog В» Blog Archive В» 16 And Pregnant Poll ...</strong><br>By the end of tonight's 16 and Pregnant premiere, Maci appeared pretty frazzled. It certainly didn't help that her fiance, Ryan, was M.I.A. throughout much of her pregnancy, as well as Bentley's first few months. ...<br><br /><strong>Ripcord News Tweet of the Day (&#39;16 and Pregnant&#39; Review) — The Ripcord</strong><br>Ripcord News Tweet of the Day ('16 and Pregnant' Review). by Eric Van Dril on June 12, 2009. in Television. Just watched '16 and Pregnant' and it was awesome. The reality show had character development and was brutally real. Great show. ...<br><br /><strong>ontd_fashinfags: Who else is watching 16 and pregnant?Hav</strong><br>Who else is watching 16 and pregnant? Have you been pregnant at 16? Or know someone? Image and video hosting by TinyPic .... 2009-06-12 02:37 am UTC (link). I know a girl who got pregnant with twin girls at 15. (Reply to this) (Thread) ...<br><br /><b> Is there ever a perfect time to have a baby?</b><br> I am 16 weeks pregnant and I was wondering when does the baby start sitting on my bladder? I find I pee more often than I drink lol I don't have a bladder infection or gull stones or anything like that. When did your baby start sitting on your bladder<br><br><br /><b> When does the baby start sitting on your bladder?</b><br> I'm 16.<br /><br />i was on birth control for the whole month of may (my cycle) & i missed two pills in the month of june.<br /><br />can i still get pregnant from having sex without a condom since i missed those two days but STILL took them in may?<br /><br /><br />me & my boyfriend had sex & he pulled out & cummed (so he says) but he isn't sure ; because we were both tipsy. --but when he pulled out & cummed he noticed that the condom was broken but the cum was still inside.<br /><br />he's "pretty sure" that he didn't cum inside of me ; what are the chances of being pregnant?<br /><br />& when should i take a pregancy test so that i know for sure?<br /><br />*this story still goes along w/ the bcp story.<br /><br />PLEASE HELP!<br><br><br /><b> Can I get pregnant from being on bcp's for one whole month & skip just two days the next month?</b><br> i have had my naval pierced since i was 16- i am 21 now. i am 7 wks pregnant... and yes i know that it won't do anything to the baby till i start getting my buddah belly and there are pregnancy belly button rings that are rubber so you don't have to even take it out- but my question really is if they are safe or even worth it? will it do any wierd things to the hole or my stomach? is it even worth having a naval piercing when i am holding a newborn? opinons and facts are welcome.<br><br><br /><b> naval piercing and pregnancy?</b><br> I was flipping through the channels and heard a song on 16 and pregnant it was a good song anyone know what songs where on that show.<br><br><br /><b> I need to find out what music was playing on a show plz help?</b><br> MTV has this new show coming out called '16 and pregnant' and frankly, i'm so sick of these type of shows. I as well as the rest of the world are quite aware that being pregnant at a young age is the not the most glamorous thing in the world; we get it. Why do they constantly produce such shows, it's so redudant. We know you didn't ask for this, we know your life did a 180, just like anybody else who has a baby. It doesn't matter if your 16 or 60, having a baby at any age is going to change your life. There will never be enough foundations or educational shows to prevent teenage pregnancy, its going to happen. How about making shoes that focus on kids who are top of their game, about to be the next CEO of a fortune 500 company, or who's going to make a global difference in the world?it was a figure of speech, i would much rather want my younger sisters to watch shows on how to kids who are going to be successful than watching girls get knocked up in the 5th gradeyou're right, sadly more kids are going to become pregnant than trying to get ahead in life. hmmm...wonder why???<br><br><br /><b> So, another pregnant show?</b><br> i started to wander what it would be like to be 16 and pregnant or 16 and have a baby with someone I thought loved me? I really want to do it. But i know it aint right. I think if i met some people my age with babies i wouldnt for any reason think it was great. I surprised the count on teen pregnancys have gone up because i dont know anyone pregnant and my age.<br><br><br /><b> well i was watching 16 and pregnant....?</b><br> im on the pill, i had my period so obviously i didnt take the pill for a week. <br />my period was over and i had unprotected sex,<br />stupid i kno.<br /> im only 16 and even though im capable of keeping the child if i end up being pregnant. <br />i wana prevent havin to go through that, <br />im too young and that was a mistake, <br />i took the day after pil less then 24 hours after . <br />and im taking the second one soon. i also took my birth control pill.. is there anything else i should do ? if i am pregnant. im keeping it. im against abortions and my entire family is adopted and i refuse to put my baby through that.<br /><br />( its only been alittle over 24 hours of when i had unpertected sex btw)<br><br><br /><b> what should i do to prevent this pregnancy?</b><br> My LMP was May 1st. I had unprotected sex on the 21st. I had ovulation?? spotting on the 16-20 then again on the 23rd once. Not much just when I wiped a little spot. Then almost 2 weeks after sex, I started having (TMI I know sorry!) snot like discharge, sore boobs, occasional nauseousness and others. I never started at all. I am soooo tired by the end of the day. I have taken 4 pregnancy test..the last one being on Tuesday it was negative. What else could be causing all this????!!! I went to the DR for an annual visit and everything was great and he okayed us to start trying. Now this!! I will be going to the Dr. but just wanted to calm my nerves alittle. Could I still be pregnant? most importantly, what could it be other than pregnancy! Thanks!<br><br><br /><b> What could cause me to have pregnancy symptoms like sore breast,fatigue,missed periodetc other than pregnancy?</b><br> okay i think i am pregnant well i start my period da 7th of june and i am going to take a test on the second do u think it will show up and me and my boyfriend had sex on the 12th,13th,16,17th of may and he cummed in me all those times what is the possibility of being pregnant??<br />and wat is the best test AND ALL THOSE TIMES IT WAS UNPROTECTED NO CONDOMS!and i took a test today it was negative is it cuz it is way to early to take it<br />and i dont want people to talk there bullshit either on here when u answer it i just want the long correct answer and im not young.<br />and just took a test today in the morning which is june 2nd i have a feelin i am pregnant but idk yet do u think its still to early.<br />whats the possibility?<br />nd i started my period on da 8th but i feel prego<br />wats the possibility?<br />but i wanna noe if i can still be prego cuz i hear you can still have your period through pregnancy.<br><br><br /><b> pregancy i really need the information asap.?</b><br> Just now I was sitting here and i felt like a little poke. It wasn't a cramp it didn't hurt just a little poke. Was the the baby kicking or punching me. By the way I am 16.4 weeks pregnant.And this is my first pregnancy so I don't know what it feels like.<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-5242016254912497960?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-22438575625283411342009-06-12T06:43:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:57:02.646-07:00Analog TV<center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>Analog (or analogue) television encodes television picture and sound information and transmits it as an analog signal: one in which the message conveyed by the broadcast signal is a function of deliberate variations in the amplitude and/or frequency of the signal. All systems preceding digital television, such as NTSC, PAL or SECAM are analog television systems.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>Broadcasters using analog television systems encode their signal using NTSC, PAL or SECAM analog encoding and then modulate this signal onto a VHF or UHF carrier. An analog television picture is "drawn" on the screen an entire frame each time, in the manner of a motion picture (cinematograph) film, irrespective of the picture content.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>Analog television, like all other motion picture systems, exploits the properties of the human eye to create the illusion of moving images. The human eye retains an image for a fraction of a second, which is called "persistence of vision". Due to the persistence of vision effect, a rapid sequence of images will be perceived as an integrated moving image. If the rate of frames is too low, the sequence of images is not intuitively linked by the brain, causing the illusion of animation to be lost. The common frame rate of 24 frames per second, (which superseded more experimental frame rates during the sound revolution of the late 1920s) is used for motion pictures to create a smooth moving image. When the American television standards were developed, 30 Hz was chosen as the frame rate, modified to 29.97 Hz when color was introduced. Systems used in Europe have a frame rate of 25 frames per second.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>When on screen images are bright, the persistence of vision effect does not last as long, which means that more frames have to be projected per second. Motion picture projectors resolve this problem by using shutters. Since shutters cannot be used for televisions, television engineers increased the repetition rate to two "flashes" per frame by interlacing and scanning a single frame twice. These interlacing repeated frames do come at a cost, and in some cases, the repeated frames cause aberrations such as serrations on the edge of moving objects, misalignment, interline flicker, or a shimmering effect.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>In black and white television based on a cathode ray tube (CRT), a single electron beam scans a phosphor screen from left to right and then returns to the top. The electron beam is brightness-modulated to create intensity changes which cause the different shades of grey. Analog television equipment has been manufactured using alternative forms of display, such as LCD, but the picture display is still updated a frame at a time in the same manner as the flying-spot CRT.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>To support color signals contained in the broadcast, a color synchronization signal called a "color burst" is added to the basic black and white information. When color television was introduced, engineers ensured that black and white televisions would still be able to display signals that were broadcast in color. To do this, the original monochrome information is still transmitted in the color signal, and then the color difference information is added on top.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>Analog broadcast television systems comes in a variety of frame rates and resolutions. Further differences exist in the frequency and modulation of the audio carrier. The monochrome combinations still existing in the 1950s are standardized by the ITU as capital letters A through N. When color television was introduced, the hue and saturation information was added to the monochrome signals in a way that black & white televisions ignore. This way backwards compatibility was achieved. That concept is true for all analog television standards.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>However there are three standards for the way the additional color information can be encoded and transmitted. The first was the American NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) color television system. The European PAL (Phase Alternation Line rate) and the French-Former Soviet Union SECAM (SГ©quentiel Couleur Avec MГ©moire) standard were developed later and attempt to cure certain defects of the NTSC system. PAL's color encoding is similar to the NTSC systems. SECAM, though, uses a different modulation approach than PAL or NTSC.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>In principle all three color encoding systems can be combined with any of the scan line/frame rate combinations. Therefore, in order to describe a given signal completely, it's necessary to quote the color system and the broadcast standard as capital letter. For example the United States uses NTSC-M, the UK uses PAL-I, France uses SECAM-L, much of Western Europe uses PAL-B/G, most of Eastern Europe uses PAL-D/K or SECAM-D/K and so on.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>However not all of these possible combinations actually exist. NTSC is currently only used with system M, even though there were experiments with NTSC-A (405 line) and NTSC-I (625 line) in the UK. PAL is used with a variety of 625-line standards (B,G,D,K,I) but also with the North American 525-line standard, accordingly named PAL-M. Likewise, SECAM is used with a variety of 625-line standards.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>For this reason many people refer to any 625/25 type signal as "PAL" and to any 525/30 signal as "NTSC", even when referring to digital signals, e.g. on DVD-Video which don't contain any analog color encoding, thus no PAL or NTSC signals at all. Even though this usage is common, it's misleading as that is not the original meaning of the terms PAL/SECAM/NTSC.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>Many countries have, or have decided to, cease analog transmissions to switch to digital broadcasting — this is generally referred to as Digital switchover. In the United States, analog transmission was scheduled to end on February 17, 2009. However, on February 4 Congress voted to delay analog shutdown until June 12, 2009. In Canada, it will cease on August 31, 2011.<br /><br /><center><IMG src="http://tjooning.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/analog_tv_071017_ms.jpg" border="0" alt="analog tv" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="px"></center><br>Advanced Wireless Services  В· Amateur television  В· Analog television  В· Digital radio  В· Digital television  В· Digital television in Europe  В· Digital terrestrial television (DTT or DTTV)  В·Digital Video Broadcasting: ( Terrestrial - Satellite - Handheld )  В· DVB-MS  В· Ku band  В· Local Multipoint Distribution Service (LMDS)  В· Microwave  В· Mobile TV  В· Multichannel Multipoint Distribution Service (MMDS) now known as Business Radio Service (BRS)  В· Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) now known as Educational Broadband Service (EBS)  В· MVDS  В· MVDDS  В· Satellite Internet access  В· Satellite radio  В· Satellite television  В· Wi-Fi  В· WiMAX  В· Wireless local loop<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-2243857562528341134?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-20897060268163059212009-06-12T06:37:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:40:16.265-07:00Sonny Bono<center><img src="http://alhazan.com/gallery/albums/career/sonny_bono_450.jpg" border="0" alt="sonny bono" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Cher and Sonny Bono&#39;s daughter to undergo gender reassignment ...</strong><br>40 year-old Chastity Bono, daughter of singer/actress Cher and the late Sonny Bono, has decided to undergo gender reassignment surgery/therapy, his publicist.<br><br /><strong>Chasity Bono, Daughter of Cher &amp; Sonny Bono, will have Sex Change ...</strong><br>Chasity Bono is the daughter of Cher and Sonny Bono who passed away in a ski'ing accident. Chasity started procedures already after turning 40, always wanting and feeling to be a man. Check out the pics below and some interesting ...<br><br /><strong>Sonny &amp; Cher&#39;s Daughter Chastity &#39;Chaz&#39; Bono Sex Change (Photos ...</strong><br>Chastity Bono, the daughter of the legendary Sonny Bono and Cher, has finally decided to undergo a sex change procedure after her 40th birthday to become.<br><br /><strong>Sonny and Cher&#39;s Daughter Chastity Bono Is Having Gender ...</strong><br>Sonny and Cher's Daughter Chastity Bono Is Having Gender Transformation Surgery, transforming from a female To a male. He will be called Chaz. The now.<br><br /><strong>Sonny&#39;s Republican Widow: I Got You Chaz! | TMZ.com</strong><br>Sonny Bono\'s widow -- Congresswoman Mary Bono -- tells TMZ she\'s behind Chastity Bono all the way. Mary Bono, who followed in her late husband\'s Republican ...<br><br /><strong>Chastity Bono, daughter of Sonny and Cher, announces sex change to ...</strong><br>June 3rd, 2009 MELBOURNE - Music legend Cher has sued Universal Music Group over 5-million-dollars in royalties allegedly owed to her and late ex-husband Sonny Bono. The 'Believe' hitmaker filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court ...<br><br /><strong>Chastity Bono is becoming Chaz Bono | Gender Transition Begins ...</strong><br>Chastity Bono is becoming Chaz Bono. Chastity Bono begins her gender transition to become a man. Political and social activist Chastity Bono, the only child of entertainers Cher and the late Sonny Bono began undergoing a sex change ...<br><br /><strong>Sonny and Cher&#39;s daughter to become a man | pbpulse.com</strong><br>Chastity Bono, the daughter of entertainer Cher and the late performer-politician Sonny Bono, has decided to become a man. Bono started the process of gender reassignment surgery earlier this year, her publicist has confirmed. ...<br><br /><strong>Chastity Bono&#39;s Sex Change: Cher&#39;s Daughter Transitioning To Male</strong><br>Political and social activist Chastity Bono - the only child of entertainers Cher and the late Sonny Bono - began undergoing a sex change shortly after her 40th birthday on March 4.<br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-2089706026816305921?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-24662071232522872252009-06-12T06:34:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:37:24.293-07:00Blackrock<center><img src="http://www.9minds.com.au/assets/posters/blackrock.jpg" border="0" alt="blackrock" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>BlackRock to Buy Barclays Global Investors - DealBook Blog ...</strong><br>BlackRock said Thursday night that it had agreed to acquire Barclays Global Investors from the British banking giant Barclays for about $13.5 billion in one of the largest deals in the money management industry, creating a juggernaut ...<br><br /><strong>BlackRock Inc. to buy Barclays fund unit for $13.5m : Ghana ...</strong><br>BlackRock Inc., started 21 years ago in a one-room office by former mortgage-bond trader Laurence Fink, agreed to buy Barclays Plc's investment unit for $13.5 billion to become the world's largest money manager. ...<br><br /><strong>BlackRock and BGI form funds management giant</strong><br>BlackRock has agreed to purchase Barclays Global Investors for US$13.5 billion, with the combined entity to have $2.7 trillion in assets under management.<br><br /><strong>BlackRock to pay $13.5 billion in cash and stock for Barclays ...</strong><br>LOS ANGELES — Ending weeks of speculation, U.S. investment manager BlackRock Inc. said Thursday it will purchase the asset management arm of British investment bank Barclays PLC for $13.5 billion in cash and stock, to become the world's ...<br><br /><strong>Blackrock in ВЈ8.2bn Barclays deal | Northloop Neighborhoods</strong><br>Courtesy BBC Finance Fri, 06/12/2009 - 1:04am. Barclays agrees to sell its fund management division, Barclays Global Investors to US money management firm Blackrock for ВЈ8.2bn. Print-friendly · Original post ...<br><br /><strong>BlackRock acquires Barclays Global Investors</strong><br>Barclays has agreed the sale of Barclays Global Investors (BGI), its prized fund management business, to BlackRock. The ВЈ8.2 billion transaction takes the form of cash and shares and leaves the bank with a 19.9% stake in BGI. ...<br><br /><strong>Barclays agrees sale of BGI to BlackRock for ВЈ8.2bn</strong><br>Meanwhile, as a result of today's deal, BlackRock will more than double its assets to approximately $2.7 trillion and provide the company with access to fast-growing exchange traded funds and retail investors. ...<br><br /><strong>BlackRock to Buy Barclays Fund Unit for $13.5 Billion - Bloomberg</strong><br>BBC NewsBlackRock to Buy Barclays Fund Unit for $13.5 BillionBloombergBy Sree Vidya Bhaktavatsalam and Christopher Condon June 12 (Bloomberg) -- BlackRock.<br><br /><strong>Blackrock in ВЈ8.2bn Barclays deal | News Logging</strong><br>Barclays agrees to sell its fund management division, Barclays Global Investors to US money management firm Blackrock for ВЈ8.2bn. By BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition in BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition, General News ...<br><br /><b> How do I get to Blackrock from Dublin airport?</b><br> This is a link to my lvl 80 Dk and i was just askin anyone out there whether or not im ready to start raidin? thx 4 help<br /><br />http://www.wowarmory.com/character-sheet.xml?r=Blackrock&n=Thehardened<br><br><br /><b> am i ready for Naxx????</b><br> the unit caught on fire and could have killed my husband, yet the company never fixed the problem, now he has a 5 hundred lb piece of overweight on his semi. they won't even talk to him anymore.It won't even turn on, we feel so ripped off. any suggestions?<br><br><br /><b> my husband bought a 2 cyl.3.7kw apu w/auto start for $8727.62 from Blackrock 08-15-06. it hasn't worked, help?</b><br> I recently saw Blackrock and i liked it alot, but i read reviews that were mostly negative. What do you think of the movie? i almost cried i thought it was pretty good.<br><br><br /><b> What Do You Think Of The Aussie Movie Blackrock (1997)?</b><br> Did anyone else see the giant orange solid/planet like shape over the west of Dublin at approx 1.45 - 1.52? I saw it from the south east of the county out my window. It was a giant solid object, it looked like the bottom half of an orange moon, hovering over the lights of the city. It gradually sunk and disappeared from sight. I recorded it on my phone by the way. On New Years Eve I saw UFO's flying in Blackrock as well- also recorded. Why is this happening to me?!bikenbee... you are wrong. The moon set was 1:05 am. Twit.<br /><br />I am convinced of their existence through my experiences. Whether UFO's are alien or government they certainly have superior technology because I have have seen UFO's appear out of mid air and make themselves invisible and reappear in different places.<br><br><br /><b> UFO hovering over south west Dublin, Ireland around Tallaght?</b><br> Do you like this one?<br /><br />BOB GELDOF and THE BOOMTOWN RATS- "I dont like Mondays"<br /><br />Geldof was born Robert Frederick Zenon Geldof in DГєn Laoghaire, County Dublin, in the Republic of Ireland, to parents of Catholic extraction. He attended Blackrock College, near Dublin, a school whose staunch Catholic nationalist ethos he disliked. After work as a slaughterman, road navvy and pea canner, he started as a music journalist in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, for the weekly publication Georgia Straight. Upon returning to Ireland in 1975, he became the lead singer of the band The Boomtown Rats, a rock group closely linked with the punk movement.In 1978, The Boomtown Rats had their first No. 1 single in the UK with "Rat Trap", which was the first New Wave chart-topper in that country. In 1979, the group shot to international fame with their second UK No. 1, "I Don't Like Mondays".[2] This was equally successful, as well as controversial; Geldof wrote it in the aftermath of Brenda Ann Spencer's attempted massacre at an elementary school across the street from her house in San Diego, California, at the beginning of 1979. <br /><br />http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=zdA-2oXzk10<br /><br />Thankyou<br><br><br /><b> What is a peoples favourite song by BOB GELDOF and THE BOOMTOWN RATS ?</b><br> Does anyone know the best way to get Core hound from Molten Core in blackrock dongeon? I've been trying to get one with no success. Please help.I am on Windrunner server (My hunter's name is Treebeer) please help. It'll really help if you can take me there yourself.<br><br><br /><b> Help with wow; Core Hound from Molten COre?</b><br> im a lvl 53 blood elf hunter in malorne. my name is Cyphyr. anybody wanna group? i can think of nice places to lvl in. send me a mail in game. plus i can get killer groups for brd, lower blackrock, and st<br><br><br /><b> Looking for wow friend to group with in leveling?</b><br> Well i do have a level 80 but i have a level 63 DK which i use for running lower levels through instances for gold, but I'm not a greedy person with it so i want to make a fair price for it, and i need to make sure my level 63 can solo these dungeons, so what should the price for these dungeons be and could i solo them?<br /><br />Deadmines<br /><br />Wailing Caverns<br /><br />The Scarlet Monastery<br /><br />Shadowfang Keep<br /><br />Blackfathom Deeps<br /><br />Gnomeregan<br /><br />Razorfen Kraul<br /><br />Razorfen Downs<br /><br />Uldaman<br /><br />Maraudon<br /><br />The Sunken Temple<br /><br />The Stockades<br /><br />Zul'Farrak<br /><br />Blackrock Depths<br /><br />(If my 63 can't solo this i will just use my main)<br /><br /><br><br><br /><b> What level should you be to solo these dungeons, and how much should it cost to run people?</b><br> And why is there no transparency? A spokeswoman for BlackRock also declined to speak about the deal. "As a matter of policy we don't comment on client activity or client accounts," said BlackRock's Bobbie Collins. <br /><br />Are we not all their clients? Shouldn't we have the right to know what they are doing with our money?<br /><br />http://www.abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=5930875&page=1Sorry pooh, wrong...you are thinking of Black Water....hmmm black water, black rock?<br><br><br /><b> Who is Black Rock and why did they get the contract for our money?</b><br> I am looking at a new job in Bridgeport, CT and will be commuting from the Danbury Area. I was trying to figure out which would be the fastest route where I can avoid traffic lights. Anyone have any advise? Should I take Route 7, The Blackrock Parkway, Route 25? What do you think?<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-2466207123252287225?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-89388187452488989212009-06-12T06:28:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:33:57.988-07:00Iran election<center><img src="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/huff-wires/20090610/ml-iran-election/images/839ead18-cf4e-432c-a16d-07c7d12e3b7c.jpg" alt="iran election" vspace="5" width="px" border="0" hspace="5" /></center><br /><strong>OneRiot.com - Iran Election A Tossup</strong><br />Millions of people in Iran are getting ready to vote in elections to decide whether Mahmoud Ahmadinejad should stay in power. President Ahmadinejad's...<br /><br /><strong>Iran&#39;s Election Tension</strong><br />There's an uneasy feeling here that if the vote is close, one side or the other won't accept the results.<br /><br /><strong>Iran&#39;s election becomes a referendum on Ahmadinejad | McClatchy</strong><br />Tehran's Vali Asr Street, the Iranian capital's longest, was a torrent of green as youths by the thousands paraded past, holding green posters, sporting green ribbons on wrists and car antennas and drinking green fruit drinks.<br /><br /><strong>The Great Debate В» Debate Archive В» Iran election opens door to ...</strong><br />A wind of change is blowing through Iran, where hardline President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad faces an increasingly tough battle for re-election on Friday. Whether or not Ahmadinejad fends off reformist Mirhossein Moussavi and two other ...<br /><br /><strong>Wildcard in Iran election: Obama | Iran News</strong><br />Wildcard in Iran election: Obama thumbnail. His Cairo speech, combined with other early decisions, may have influenced Lebanon's election Sunday – and could have an impact on Iran's presidential vote Friday. ...<br /><br /><strong>The Dawn Blog В» Blog Archive В» Cheeseburgers and sharks: Iran&#39;s ...</strong><br />Never had I seen an Iranian election with so many improvised, emotive, slogans. Walking toward Ahmadinejad's campaign headquarters on Niavaran a few days ago, I heard a young campaigner, walking boldly in the middle of the street, ...<br /><br /><strong>Iran Election Frenzy - Joost</strong><br />Iranian president Ahmadinejad and a leading opponent are neck and neck in a heated election, reports Elizabeth Palmer from Tehran. Genres: News, Shows, News and Gossip, News, CBS News.<br /><br /><strong>Iran election race tightens | Iran News</strong><br />TEHRAN, Iran (CNN) – The day before polls open in Iran's presidential election, the streets are suddenly quiet again as official campaigning comes to an end, and voters prepare for what is expected to be a record turnout. ...<br /><br /><strong>Iran election race tightens</strong><br />The day before polls open in Iran's presidential election, the streets are suddenly quiet again as official campaigning comes to an end, and voters prepare for.<br /><br /><b> if Ahmadinejad loses the elections in Iran what ramification will it have towards Iran nuclear?</b><br /> The peoples of iran have turn to the streets in protest to the Iranian president .<br />Do you think the president speech was underestimate by the iranian political leadership ?<br /><br /><br /><b> Do you think president Obama is having a effect on iran election?</b><br /> As the people of Iran get ready to vote, the youth are fired up over Mousavi, the reformer who could replace Achmanneedsajob. The leader of the Revolutionary Guard is drawing parallels to the velvet revolution, which he stated would be nipped in the bud. Could it happen? Could the Iranian citizens who want freedom topple this sectarian government if Mousavi wins?<br />http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090611/ap_on_re_mi_ea/ml_iran_election<br /><br /><br /><b> Iran's Velvet Revolution? Could it happen?</b><br /> I was wondering why Media and News's didn't pay much attention to the Iranian most Important Election, as it was one of its kind of more democratic movements. In the most capital cities of Iran people were 24 hrs parting whole weak on the streets.<br /><br />Why when there was noting much important happening in there we had at least one stupid NEWS from Iran, But Now Iran starting to look more Democratic and we wont Like to show them.<br /><br />Is this because their Image will become better and we might not go to war with them.<br /><br />Didn't all West hate their President MAHMOOD AHMADINEJAD, and his crazy comments about Jews, and Israel, Well now is the chance we might gonna never see him on Tvs anymore Because his opponents are having Opposite Opinion about Jews, Israel and USA and restWell, I know They Leader can't change that easy, but While the Ahmadinejad was on power himself and the Leader were fundamentalist But there are two other candidates which are Reformist and they can take more power off the leaders hand as they elected by the people.<br />Also this is the only time which most of Iranians across the world decided to vote to get ride of Ahmadinejad.Well maybe Some Americans not european, and these were got more news making since 2 weeks ago.<br /><br /><br /><b> Why European, Australian, and other medias did not Show much from Iranian Election?</b><br /> …just like there are conservative and liberal Christians fighting for political power in Western countries? The conservatives in Iran seem to be using the same unethical tactics that conservatives use in Western countries too; I’m actually (surprisingly) quite interested in the Iranian election which I believe is tomorrow or the next day. Do you think if the liberal, less-religious candidate gets in, it will indicate a global shift away from conservative religious politicians in positions of power?<br /><br /><br /><b> Do you care about how in Iran there are conservative and liberal Muslims fighting for political power?</b><br /> I really hope ahmadinejad wins. You see mousavi and karobi are both theifs. They have stole bilions of dolors from the iranians and spend the money on their families. But Ahmadinejad didnt steal. In the 4 years that Ahmadinejad was president, Iran had many sucseeds such as the satelite. Only 9 contries in the world have had their own satelite, and Iran is one of them. A satelite can be over 100 million dollors. So Im hoping Ahmadinejad wins because if he does, all the theifs will go to jail and Iran will become a better place. But then its the people who get to choose, so if they choose mousavi, then they must suffer for 4 years, because mousavi is the one they voted for. It wouldnt make a difference for me, since i dont live in Iran. But if Mousavi or Karobi win, I will feel pretty sorry for the Iranians.<br /><br /><br /><b> Who will you vote for? In the Iranian election?</b><br /> <br /><br /><br /><b> Will Ahmadinejad win the elections in Iran, will it be done fairly, & what changes can be expected if he loses?</b><br /> Here's a photo of Mousavi:<br />http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/59/Mir_Hossein_Mousavi_in_Zanjan_by_Mardetanha.jpg<br /><br />Here's a photo of the current Iranian president Ahmadinejad kissing Khamenei's hand:<br />http://www.spiegel.de/img/0,1020,555674,00.jpg<br /><br />Here are the Wikipedia articles:<br />Mir-Hossein Mousavi<br />English: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mir-Hossein_Mousavi<br />Farsi: http://ar.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%B1_%D8%AD%D8%B3%D9%8A%D9%86_%D9%85%D9%88%D8%B3%D9%88%D9%8A<br /><br />Iranian presidential election, 2009<br />English: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_presidential_election,_2009<br />Farsi: http://fa.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D8%A7%D9%86%D8%AA%D8%AE%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA_%D8%B1%DB%8C%D8%A7%D8%B3%D8%AA_%D8%AC%D9%85%D9%87%D9%88%D8%B1%DB%8C_%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%86_(%DB%B1%DB%B3%DB%B8%DB%B8)<br /><br />Supreme Leader of Iran<br />English: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supreme_Leader_of_Iran<br />Farsi: http://fa.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D9%85%D9%82%D8%A7%D9%85_%D8%B1%D9%87%D8%A8%D8%B1%DB%8C_%D8%AF%D8%B1_%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%86<br /><br />Ali Khamenei<br />English: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ali_Khamenei<br />Farsi: http://fa.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D8%B3%DB%8C%D8%AF_%D8%B9%D9%84%DB%8C_%D8%AE%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%86%D9%87%E2%80%8C%D8%A7%DB%8CAfter all, in the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran,<br />the state, the people, and the individual are subordinate to the<br />MOSQUE.<br /><br />In the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran,<br />ISLAM is the final authority.<br /><br />That's right,<br />ISLAM<br />--a RELIGION<br />--a set of beliefs and rules established by men--in this case notably by a so-called prophet who went by the name "MOHAMMAD"<br />--a name Muslims are incapable of speaking aloud without additionally invoking the blessing "Peace Be Upon Him" (or "PBUH")--who was supposedly a mouth piece for a god Muslims call<br />"ALLAH."<br /><br />ISLAM<br />is the ultimate authority of law in the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran:<br />not civil society or notions of human rights<br />--just ISLAM<br />--which supposedly accounts for the aforementioned as per the dictates of the<br />QU'RAN<br />--a poorly written book, filled with ambiguities, maybe some contradictions, scientific inaccuracies, and is very much open to interpretation<br />--unless such civic notions or human rights are contrary to the will of<br />ALLAH.As for words of wisdom:<br /><br />Mahmoud Ahmadinejad<br />http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Mahmoud_Ahmadinejad<br /><br />Mir-Hossein Mousavi<br />http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Mir-Hossein_MousaviSo again the question.<br /><br />If elected President, will Mousavi have to kiss Khamenei's hand?In the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran,<br />the president is subordinate to the Supreme Leader--indeed all candidates for office in the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran<br />have to be approved of by<br />ISLAMIC clerics<br />--the Supreme Leader being Ayatollah Ali<br />--the successor to Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini<br />http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Khomeini<br />(the names sound similar)<br /><br />--the late Ayatollah Khomeini being revered to this day<br />--20 years after he died--the same year he issued a fatwa for the death of an Indian Author who live in Britain who offended the stupid sensitivities of the gaurdians of<br />ISLAM<br />--because he replaced a hated monarchal dictatorship<br />with a beloved<br />ISLAMIC theocratic dictatorship.On this Friday, 10's of millions will vote for the president of the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran;<br />and one the same day, go to their<br />MOSQUES and<br />BOW TO MECCA--the focal point of<br />ISLAM,<br />and located in Saudi Arabia<br />--a big Arab country named after it's king<br />(imagine UK and Japan being called "Windsor Britannia" and "Akihito Nipponia")<br />--not bow like many Westerners would do--tilting at an angle<br />--but getting down on their hands and knees<br />--wimmenfolk behind the menfolk, lest the menfolk get all sexually worked up.<br />("On sunday mornin when we go down to church<br />See the menfolk standin in line.<br />Dont say they come to pray to the lord<br />But when my little girl looks so fine."<br />http://www.lyricsfreak.com/l/led+zeppelin/hey+hey+what+can+i+do_20082177.html<br />DREAD ZEPPELIN Hey Hey What Can I Do<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BdModuWUwc<br />4:05<br />Led Zeppelin: hey hey what can i do<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVrfHuihPfo<br />3:59Led Zeppelin - In the Evening<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_3zlKWdePE<br />6:44<br />(hey, I like that song) )--and collectively BOW before MECCA<br />--likely to spoken or chanted words in Arabic.<br /><br /><br />Then later some of these citizens of the<br />ISLAMIC Republic of Iran<br />will rant on about how they are controlled by Jews and Americans.<br /><br /><br /><br />and now for some words of wisdom by a great Persian.<br />"Still got my greatest pleasure."<br />Queen - 'Fat Bottomed Girls'<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMnjF1O4eH0<br />3:51<br /><br /><br />Happy voting<br />:-DFolks,<br />it looks like Yahoo! Answers has messed up the order of the postings of my added details.<br />Sorry if it causes a bit of confusion.<br />;-)Here's my post on Answerbag:<br />"If elected President, will Mousavi have to kiss Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's hand?"<br />http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1508031<br /><br /><br /><b> If elected President, will Mousavi have to kiss Khamenei's hand?</b><br /> Do you think Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will lose the election?<br />and if he does what changes does Mir Hossein Mousavi will bring for<br />Iran, and what does this mean for America?<br /><br /><br /><b> Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's re-election.?</b><br /> Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin says the country could get rid of its nuclear weapons if other nuclear powers are ready to abandon them too.<br /><br />"What do we need nuclear arms for?" Putin said during talks with visiting German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier.<br /><br />"Was it us that invented and ever used it?" he said in a reference to the United States, which became the world's first nuclear power when it bombed the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in World War II.<br /><br />"If those who made the atomic bomb and used it are ready to abandon it, along with -- I hope other nuclear powers that officially or unofficially possess it; we will of course welcome and facilitate this process in every possible way."<br /><br />http://www.presstv.ir/detail.aspx?id=97692&sectionid=351020602<br /><br />Ahmadinejad said American officials had 'officially' warned that they would arrest him and seize his plane if he traveled to the United States.<br /><br />"But I attended the conference [the UN General Assembly] four times to broadcast the message of the Iranian people," he was quoted by Tabnak as saying.<br /><br />The Iranian president further talked about the country's upcoming presidential elections and criticized rivals.<br /><br />"Such insults and accusations against the government are a return to Hitler's methods, to repeat lies and accusations," he said. "Ahmadinejad is not their target. They are after the nation's wealth."<br />http://www.presstv.ir/detail.aspx?id=97653&sectionid=351020101<br /><br /><br />-----------------------------------------------------<br /><br />On one hand Russia is offering something that the American people and government can not even conceive of right now --- disarmament - Mistrust and war rule the land in the US --- the offer won't even be heard ----<br /><br />Is he calling the US a war mongering society whose barbaric historical acts have set the tone for the present ? .... Yes he is -- Is he right ?<br /><br />And Iran's President while hinting at a controlled US state media calls them money hungry criminals --- so he was not afraid of arrest --- The US is out to steal Iran's wealth -- arresting him would not accomplish that --- Is he right ?<br /><br /><br /><b> The Russians and Iranians --- are their descriptions of the US valid?</b><br /> http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/may/14/potatoes-iran-election-protest<br /><br />Who do you think will win the Iranian presidency: Ahmadinejad or Mousavi?<br /><br />More religious republic, or at last a secular liberal democracy?<br /><br />Which do you favour, and why?@svnthdysthsbbth: LOL! Spectacular non-sequitur! You've either pasted in the wrong answer, or have answered the wrong question!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-8938818745248898921?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-84700300283343605272009-06-12T06:07:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:10:00.455-07:00Finding Chuck Norris<center><img src="http://teennotebook.com/wp-content/chuck.gif" border="0" alt="finding chuck norris" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Google thinks I&#39;m obviously looking for Chuck Norris | kevinBane.com</strong><br>I'm not sure if these are listed in order of importance, but if so then the first four are really just about the same thing aren't they? Find Chuck Norris. We'll find you yet Chuck Norris. 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[Disable these notices] ...<br><br /><strong>Make Gold, Leveling and PVP - World of warcraft guide for Horde ...</strong><br>great song. too bad you cant find it on itunes. ungooy Says: June 11th, 2009 at 10:24 pm. what the u and … what the u and ur friend are really retareded then hace u hearf chiefs voice its a guy's u probably never even played any halo NOOB ... nah hes chuck norris or that rick roll dude :Plol forgot his name XD. XxElegantAngelxX Says: June 11th, 2009 at 10:24 pm. I like how you made … I like how you made the video. Especially the ending. Towelie2164 Says: ...<br><br /><strong>Google can not find Chuck Norris - All4yourfun</strong><br>1. If you have five dollars and Chuck Norris has five dollars, Chuck Norris has more money than you. 2. There is no 'ctrl' button on Chuck Norris's.<br><br /><strong>“The Secret Life of Bees” Book Review Pt. 2 | Oprah Books</strong><br>in the beginning of the film we find out Lily shot her mom(probably becuz whoever has read the book knew all along it was Lily. she does get smacked by T-ray when she refuses 2 go home. instead of finding out wat happend 2 her mom, Lily wants 2 find out ... haha it does sound like he ses chuck norris, lol andyway thank u! i didnt wna read this ed up book. :D thanks for the review and i hope its acually true wut ever the u sed, my parents made me read it blaa ur funnnnny ...<br><br /><b> Where can I buy a custom texas ranger badge?</b><br> Its about puberty.<br /><br />........If you know me then you must have already realized that I am very hairy. Well I wasn’t always this abnormally covered with hair. It all started around the age of nine. It started attacking me as if I were Chuck Norris. The cause? Puberty! If you haven’t already experienced puberty take my advice… it is not nice. I had gotten taller, my voice had gotten deeper; my car developed “headlights” (if you know what I mean). All the signs of turning into a woman and I had many questions.<br /><br /><br />......The reason I picked puberty was so I could inform my classmates answers to questions that would otherwise be too awkward to ask. I have noticed that puberty abides by the “don’t ask don’t tell” policy. This is because some people assume that the topic is uncomfortable and it’s just better not to talk about. I on the other hand think kids should be well informed otherwise they will be scared and unaware of what’s happening. Believe it or not teenagers have a strong desire to learn about their body and puberty. Many of them find out their information from “the streets” where the facts aren’t all correct. So I think that it’s time to set the record straight and learn about puberty (Even if it’s awkward and embarrassing).Ill mark Kay as Best Answer as Soon as Yahoo will let me :). Thanx you helped a bunch.<br><br><br /><b> Proof Read The beginning of my Science Report?</b><br> full question: what do you do when your mother is screaming, yelling, on the verge of a mental breakdown, and just being an all around bitch,all because your DAD forgot to get a mothers day card??? i mean, jezus! please, PLEASE, help! my moms family has a history of being manic depressive, sure thats all fine and dandy! she even goes to counseling!! I'm just a simple-minded fangirl, i cant take much more! oh, and, this is NOT a joke! this has been a silent plea for help, i thank anyone who has listened. having said that, i think its safe to assume that im gonna have a helluva time avoiding the screaming banshee downstairs D: may Chuck Norris have mercy on my poor soul....<br />sadly i cannot disclose any more information, because screaming banshee-san will have my head if she finds out who i am....well, wish me luck. i think she has already chewed her way through my dad...oh, one more thing...I. Am. Not. Calm. like hell!! I'm near a panic attack. well, i guess this is goodbye...*sigh* maybe i can have an answer to my question before i die? and I'm not morbid.EDIT: eh, wow. i didnt expect this many answers! <br />oh, btw, Abiyah TORAH FTW...first of all, im not a guy *sweat drop* oh, and she's been exploding like this ever since before i was born...so that doenst really work.<br /><br />to sean: ..lucky...i got at least umm *counts* 5 years left, atleast.<br /><br />to Mavpa M: i would if i could man, i would if i could...<br /><br />:] thanks for the answers guys.....shes still it -_-||<br><br><br /><b> what do you do when your mother is yelling and screaming her lungs out over the most petty things?</b><br> Welcome to the Speed Image Scavenger Hunt! Here's the rules:<br /><br />You will be given a certain number of images to find anywhere on the internet. The first to find ALL of them FIRST, wins 10 points. When you find the image, respond in the following format:<br /><br />Image: [Link]<br />Image: [Link]<br />Image: [Link]<br />Image: [Link]<br />Image: [Link]<br />etc...<br /><br />If one of your images does not match the parameters correctly (And I'll be the judge of that :P ), then you will be disqualified. You ready? Here are your items to find.<br /><br />1) A black man with a pink hat on<br />2) A donkey on a road<br />3) A furry animal wearing a monocle and top hat<br />4) A banana and a REAL NATION'S flag in the same picture<br />5) Chuck Norris holding 2 or more guns<br />6) A Pineapple in the snow<br />7) A small person attacking a bigger person with a sword<br />8) Someone poking at road kill with a stick<br />9) An animal crossing sign with 2 or more of that animal next to it.<br />10) A polar bear sun tanning<br /><br />These images can be photos, clip-art, and cartoons. Inappropriate images will NOT be tolerated. If you for any reason have a hard time finding any of these images, do as many as you can, and if no one does any better, you can still win. Happy Hunting! :DSo you know, nobody has won yet (sorry). Many of the pictures do NOT meet the parameters.<br><br><br /><b> Speed Image Scavenger Hunt?</b><br> Have you ever searched "Find Chuck Norris" on Google? If not, try it now! Hahaha I love it :)<br><br><br /><b> "FIND CHUCK NORRIS".....................................................?</b><br> so my boyfriends bday is coming up he loves chuck norris jokes and jammies, so i want to make him chuck jammies but cant find chuck norris fabric anywhere any ideas?lmfao you boys are funnnny<br><br><br /><b> can you help me find chuck norris fabric?</b><br> Pi. The Boogey man checks under his bed for Chuck Norris. Apple pays Chuck Norris $.99. When Chuck Norris calls a 1-900 number he gets money. There used to be life on mars... then they met Chuck Norris. If you type in Chuck norris on google a page appears and says sorry you don't find Chuck Norris Chuck Norris finds you. I know why lightning doesn't strike in the same place twice- because Cuck Norris is looking for it. Chuck Norris counted to infiniti, twice. There is no control button on Chuck's computer, Chuck is always in control. Chuck Norris is suing Myspace for taking the name of what he calls everything around you. Chuck norris can sneeze with his eyes open. Cuck can eat just on Lay's potato Chip. If you have 5$ and Chuck has 5$ Chuck has more money than you. I know why the universe is always expanding, because Chuck Norris Roundhoused kicked it 2000 years ago. The big bang was caused by Chuck norris, ask him it's true, he simply shrugs it off as a little bad gas. The devil and Chuck made a deal, Chuck got a gun and the devil got his soul, soon realizing the bad trade Chuck Norris roundhouse kicked him in the face and took his soul back, being a good sport the devil says he saw it coming, they now play poker on the second wednsday of every month. It only takes Chuck 20 minutes to watch 60 minutes. Chuck Norris won the World Series of Poker with nothing more than a green uno card, a joker, and Pikachu. When Chuck Norris does a push up he pushes the earth down. Some people wear superman pajamas Superman wears Chuck Norris Pajamas. Chuck Norris was about to be on Mount Ryshmore but the granite was to soft for his beard. Chuck Norris' tears cure cancer to bad Chuck Norris never cries. Chuck Norris doesn't read books. He stares them down until he gets the information he wants. Chuck Norris is the reason why Waldo is hiding. <br />Chuck Norris is currently suing NBC, claiming Law and Order are trademarked names for his left and right legs. Curiosity killed the cat Chuck Norris killed curiosity. Chuck Norris can slam a revolving door. <br />Chuck Norris does not get frostbite Chuck Norris bites frost .<br />Got any more?<br><br><br /><b> Chuck Norris knows the last digit of...?</b><br> Okay so I am running for student body president and I really need some good, FUNNY ideas for posters and speeches. I've looked all over google but All i find is the same boring stuff... I was thinking something along the lines of chuck norris maybe, could you please let me know the best thing I could do??<br><br><br /><b> Student council campaign...please help!!?</b><br> Instead of having a cigarette after sex, Chuck Norris heads outside and brands his cattle.<br /><br />LMAO!!! OH God I have got to stop finding these stupid things funny. <br /><br />FQ- Is anyone knows any good La Liga Fantasy League it'd be great if you give the link, I don't think I'll be using the Yahoo one. For now ESPN one is the one of my choice unless we find a better one :D <br /><br />Thank youIf* Not is sorry@Marco- That's where my Obsession started =| Grrr... And then I bought a belt there :D<br><br><br /><b> FIFA World Cuppers, Important WC Message?</b><br> Pi. The Boogey man checks under his bed for Chuck Norris. Apple pays Chuck Norris $.99. When Chuck Norris calls a 1-900 number he gets money. There used to be life on mars... then they met Chuck Norris. If you type in Chuck norris on google a page appears and says sorry you don't find Chuck Norris Chuck Norris finds you. I know why lightning doesn't strike in the same place twice- because Cuck Norris is looking for it. Chuck Norris counted to infiniti, twice. There is no control button on Chuck's computer, Chuck is always in control. Chuck Norris is suing Myspace for taking the name of what he calls everything around you. Chuck norris can sneeze with his eyes open. Cuck can eat just on Lay's potato Chip. If you have 5$ and Chuck has 5$ Chuck has more money than you. I know why the universe is always expanding, because Chuck Norris Roundhoused kicked it 2000 years ago. The big bang was caused by Chuck norris, ask him it's true, he simply shrugs it off as a little bad gas. The devil and Chuck made a deal, Chuck got a gun and the devil got his soul, soon realizing the bad trade Chuck Norris roundhouse kicked him in the face and took his soul back, being a good sport the devil says he saw it coming, they now play poker on the second wednsday of every month. It only takes Chuck 20 minutes to watch 60 minutes. Chuck Norris won the World Series of Poker with nothing more than a green uno card, a joker, and Pikachu.Some people wear superman pajamas Superman wears Cuck Norris pajamas.<br /><br />Have any more?<br><br><br /><b> Chuck Norris knows the last number of..?</b><br> When some people hear the word “hero” they may think of people like Spiderman, Batman, Superman, or even Chuck Norris. They think that superpowers, beating up evil villains, and wearing a cool cape is what makes a hero. But a hero is someone who does what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences. Jesus Christ, Joan of Arc, and Cassie Bernall are all heroes because of their integrity.<br />Jesus Christ was a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem. He left his Kingdom in Heaven to be incarnated into human. His whole goal, while He was on this earth, was “to restore corrupt nature” (How) of mankind and to die for our sins so we could have eternal life. During His short time here, Jesus did many great things in the name of the Lord. Jesus was God, just in a human form, therefore He could have had all the power in the world and made everyone obey Him, but He chose a different approach. He served people his whole life. That is how he witnessed to them. He would help or heal sick people in the name of God and then tell the people about God’s power. Jesus tried to show people that he went through the same kind of temptation, struggles, and strifes that they go through.<br />After Jesus was baptized Satan tempted Jesus 3 times. Jesus had been fasting for 40 days and 40 nights and he was very hungry. Satan came to him and said, “If you are the son of God, command these stones to become bread” (Matthew 4:2-3). Even though Jesus hadn’t eaten in 40 days he kept his integrity in tact by telling Satan that, “Man cannot live on bread alone but on every word that proceeds from the mouth of God (Matthew 4:4). In other words, Jesus was telling Satan he didn’t need just bread for the body to survive. He also needed bread for the soul. The second temptation was when Jesus was on top of a temple. Satan told him to jump off the temple because the scriptures said that if he was really the son of God, angels would catch him before he hit the ground. Satan isolated this scripture verse making it seem like it was okay for Jesus to jump. But Jesus knew the Word and counteracted Satan’s attack with Matthew 4:7: “You shall not put the Lord your God to the test.” For the last temptation, Satan took Jesus up to the highest point on Earth and told Him if he would bow down to him, Satan would give him all the kingdoms of the world. But Jesus had integrity. He was working for God and no one was going to change that. He told Satan the first commandment: “You shall have no other gods before Me.” Throughout all these temptations Jesus kept his integrity. His will was strong because He was on a mission to save the human race. Although, they weren’t very nice to him. On many occasion, his enemies tried stoning him to death or tossing him from a mountain top (How) because they hated him so much. <br />Many people hated Jesus because of his righteousness and goodness. They would try whenever they could to find fault in him. They would twist his words and try to use them against him. One example is when Jesus healed a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath Day. A group of Pharisees asked him if it was lawful to work on the Sabbath. He responded to them by asking them if one of their oxen fell on the Sabbath day would they just leave it or help it up. The Pharisees tried to stop him from healing people on the Sabbath, but Jesus knew it was God’s will for him to heal people, so he kept on performing healing miracles, despite what the Pharisees said. His integrity is one of the reasons why the Jews decided to crucify Jesus. <br />The Jewish religious leaders knew that Jesus was a popular man because of all the miracle he preformed. Many people were calling him the messiah because of that. The Jewish religious leaders knew that could put their authority in danger, so they made up some false accusations. They said that Jesus had claimed he was the king, which during those times, if you said that if was considered rebellion against the empire and the penalty was typically crucifixion. So they interrogated him and took him to Pilate to ask if they could crucify him. Throughout all this Jesus didn’t resist them or lie to them. He kept his integrity and told them the truth and cooperated with them. Finally, he was sentenced to be crucified. The Roman soldiers that crucified him mocked him mercilessly the whole time. They put him in a purple robe and pressed a crown of thorns into his head and called him the “King of the Jews.” They also stabbed a sword in his side and poured vinegar on it, they spit on him, they gambled off his clothes, and many other horrendous things. Yet, he took all of it and didn’t have any anger or self pity. He could have gotten himself off that cross in record time if he wanted to. He could have killed all those people that caused him so much pain, but he didn’t. He knew this was all part of a divine plan, and in order to fulfill this plan, he would have to go through with the crucifixion. Not one time did He turn HiThe main idea is that all these people have the character trait*integrity*. So maybe the title should include the word integrity.<br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-8470030028334360527?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-3135597736056375772009-06-12T06:04:00.000-07:002009-06-12T06:06:34.490-07:00Lakers vs magic game 4 score<center><img src="http://craig.purplestateofmind.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/bird-vs-magic.jpg" border="0" alt="lakers vs magic game 4 score" width="px" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Lakers vs Magic Game 4 score | Wally Champ</strong><br>Lakers vs Magic Game 4 score. ... Lakers vs Magic Game 4 score. June 12th, 2009 Chris Wallace. 99-91 in OT. Bookmark and Share. This entry was posted on Friday, June 12th, 2009 and is filed under Sports. 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The 1987 Lakers?</b><br> As no one got my original question, the almost assuredly the only double header ever to be played in NBA history was on April 13, 1983 in San Antonio when the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Lakers twice on the evening of April 13, 1983.The 1982-1983 L.A. Lakers Showtime Lakers were no dogs going to the 1983 NBA Finals which made this double header sweep in the same evening by the Spurs over the Lakers even the more remarkable by the Pat Riley coached the Lakers had such players as Kareem Abdul-Jabaar, Magic Johnson, Jamaal Wilkes, Norm Nixon, James Worthy, Bob McAdoo, Michael Cooper, Kurt Rambis, Dwight Jones, Mark Landsberger, Eddie Jordan, Steve Mix, etc... as the Lakers were led by 4 future NBA Hall of Famers in Jabaar, Magic, Worthy, and McAdoo who were playing the 1982-83 Spurs as the Spurs mascot, The Coyote, made his debut the same night. The Spurs won the first game 117-114 and the second game 114-109 in that one time only NBA double header on April 13, 1983.Why r u my best asnwer? You can edit your answers you know.Only if you were there for the triple overtime Spurs thrilling victory over the Milwaukee Bucks which I believe to this day remains the second highest scoring game in Spurs history.<br /><br />And, only if you were there for the "Easter Sunday Massacre" where not only did the Spurs lose the fight but they lost the game too. <br /><br />And, if you were at any three of the events name the arena where each game took place and name the team the Spurs played in the "Easter Sunday Massacre".Katie2, how did you do?<br /><br />Fairly well. The "Iceman" might have scored 50 points that night, but the best shot of the evening, and maybe the best shot I will ever see in any basketball game, NBA or otherwise, was taken that night to send the game into an extra overtime. So, without that mention of the best shot ever, certainly one of the best shots ever, your answer does not really discuss the most improbable shot in NBA history. In the old ABA (1967-1976) and the modern era of the NBA starting three years later with the NBA adopting the three point shot, during the entire ABA era and for many, many years of the NBA era after the 3 point shot was adopted from the old ABA, the 3 point shot was rarely used as it was primarily used either only because the shot clock was winding down or the end of the clock at each quarter resulted in a long shot, like from half court, or more importantly at only the very end of the game when down by about 3 points or more. The 3 point shot was rare.Katie2, your answer on "The Easter Sunday Massacre" was acceptable, but not perfect, as it left out a few minor details such as it was an afternoon game, that it was a game on Easter Sunday, duh, just joking, I could be wrong but it was named "The Easter Sunday Massacre" by the then voice of the Spurs Terry Stembridge (the best radio announcer in Spurs history), that Dr. J was a real wuss and hit Spurs player Larry Kenon from behind on his jaw breaking one of Kenon's teeth with Kenon having been a teammate for a few years at the Nets kind of like Dr. J hit somebody from behind in the NBA Finals when the 76ers played Portland several years later. You did not mention the name of the Spurs player who always started all of the Spurs fights as he is still a head coach. The Spurs were prevented from winning that playoff series just as Kentucky was prevented from defeating Denver as the ABA had to have the Nets play the Denver Rockets in the '76 ABA Finals to make it Dr. J v David Thompson.Katie2, you glossed over the original question on the double header as super anti Spurs and pro Lakers NBA referee Jack Madden made the dumbest ruling in a November, 1982 game in Spurs-Lakers which involved Lakers' Norm Nixon faking shooting a free throw which resulted in the Lakers being awarded an extra free throw for no reason getting an extra free throw awarded to Norm Nixon for faking a free throw. The NBA ref awarded the ball back to the Lakers after Nixon's final free throw, like a technical foul on the Spurs without a technical called against the Spurs for no reason for a tech foul giving the Lakers the advantage to tie the original November, 1982 game up as Magic sunk a 3 pointer at the buzzer with the Lakers to send the game into OT where the Lakers won in 1982 in San Antonio in OT. The Spurs appealled to NBA Commissioner Larry O'Brien who ruled in favor of the Spurs for the NBA ref's error which resulted in a double header the next time the Lakers played in San Antonio.That November, 1982 call by NBA referee Jack Madden which gave the Lakers every advantage, an extra free throw and the Lakers getting the ball back rather than the Spurs getting the ball back, gave the Lakers every advantage which resulted in the Spurs obvious successful appeal resulted in two games being played back to back on April 14, 1983 in San Antonio against the Lakers which also made the first game last something like 5 months which definitely has to be the longest lasting NBA basketball game, and, possibly the longest basketball game ever on record. I have never heard of a NBA, or any major sports appeal won after the game.Katie2 and correct me if I am wrong as the #1 combined total points in a NBA game was also in overtime, I believe a triple overtime game, just as was the Spurs-Milwaukee game which was the #2 combined total points in a NBA game. The late 1970s and early 1980s was a very high scoring era for the NBA because of the "run and gun" philosophy and as you point out with very little emphasis in the NBA in that era on the three point shot as you point out with statistics from the second highest scoring game ever in NBA history where only a total combined between both teams took only 7 three point attempt while only making 4 three point shots.Katie2 and correct me if I am wrong as the #1 combined total points in a NBA game was also in overtime, I believe a triple overtime game, just as was the Spurs-Milwaukee game which was the #2 combined total points in a NBA game. The late 1970s and early 1980s was a very high scoring era for the NBA because of the "run and gun" philosophy and as you point out with very little emphasis in the NBA in that era on the three point shot as you point out with statistics from the second highest scoring game ever in NBA history where only a total combined between both teams took only 7 three point attempt while only making 4 three point shots.wingo, don't know about double headers involving four teams in the early BAA, NBL, or very early NBA days from the 1940s or very early 1950s as I was specifically talking about the more modern era where the George Gervin led Spurs defeated the Magic, Kareem, James Worthy, and Bob McAdoo (all in the NBA Hall of Fame) and Showtime Michael Cooper Showtime Lakers prime with the Spurs receiving official credit for two victories over the Lakers on April 13, 1983 during the two games played that evening in San Antonio. I guess the 13th was a bad day for the Lakers that month and year chalking up two losses to the Spurs in the same evening, but this doubleheader is never mentioned in the record books; although, I attended the Spurs Hemisfair Arena that evening.<br><br><br /><b> Lakers Showtime vs Spurs doubleheader trivia(any 4/14/1983 newspaper will have 2 box scores, 2 Lakers losses)?</b><br><br><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7103479665804816131-313559773605637577?l=toptrendstoday.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Moderatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04199257111635819141noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7103479665804816131.post-5118470589991115462009-06-12T06:00:00.000-07:002009-06-12T07:48:59.859-07:00Demi Moore Bush<center><img src="http://www.judiciaryreport.com/images/Demi-Moore-3-25-08-2.jpg" border="0" alt="demi moore bush" width="300" hspace="5" vspace="5"></center><br><strong>Tabloid Edition: Demi Moore Bush</strong><br>Demi Moore Bush. 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