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“Bring Me the Disco King” has a long and unusual history in David Bowie’s career. He first wrote and recorded it in the early 1990s during the sessions for Black Tie White Noise, but he wasn’t happy with how it turned out. He tried again during the Earthling era in 1997, still without success. Only… Continue reading DAVID BOWIE & JOHN FRUSCIANTE – Bring Me The Disco King →

The story is built on staples of old-time Hindi cinema, from twins to a widowed mother to revenge for a murdered father. But instead of the traditional series of emotional highs, we get a leisurely paced film filled with a sense of how these events may unfold in the real world. The mix of grit […]

“Give me a few days of peace in your arms. I need it terribly. I’m ragged, worn, exhausted. After that I can face the world.” (Henry Miller, From a letter to Anais Nin, featured in A Literate Passion: Letters of Anais Nin & Henry Miller, 1932-1953) Wilhelm List (Austrian, 1864-1918), The Embrace, c 1905 Wilhelm […]

In terms of story, the film is a traditional hero-versus-villain narrative. But the screenplay detours, the suspense about what Mirai is, along with the genuine, child-like sense of joy and invention, makes the film a satisfying watch, especially on the big screen. Manchu Manoj and Teja Sajja give solid performances, and they are surrounded by […]

S. Samek Big 12 conference play begins for West Virginia as they head to Kansas this week to play the Jayhawks. Let’s preview the action. West Virginia is coming off a big win over rival Pitt in the Backyard Brawl 31-24 to improve to 2-1. In the win Nicco Marchiol went 19/25 passing for 192 … Continue reading “West Virginia Football 9/20/25 vs Kansas Preview”

S. Samek The playoff race continues heading into the penultimate series of the slate. MLW this week is a matchup between the Downtown Diamondbacks and Pacific Predators. Both teams enter play at 6-6 and are looking to reach the playoffs in a tight MLW standings. Let’s breakdown the series and what’s at stake for the … Continue reading “2025 MLW Slate Five Series Three”

¿Cómo lo sabes? Es bastante usual que los medios de comunicación o las redes sociales aporten noticias sobre psicología. Piensa durante unos momentos en las siguientes afirmaciones. ¿Cuáles dirías que son verdaderas y cuáles te parecen falsas? Aquí tienes algunos estudios al respecto. http://www.huffingtonpost.es/2013/05/23/somos-cada-vez-mas-tontos_n_3324437.html http://yorokobu.es/por-tu-cara-bonita/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/mundo/noticias/2014/09/140905_vert_fut_ciencia_col

Welcome to our summer recap blowout spectacular! We’ve got a dissertation defense, major grants, fieldwork trips, a boatload of presentations and publications, a wedding, and much more. Read on for all the details of what the department has been up to since May. If you have news to share, please submit your news for future … Continue reading Summer Digest 2025 →

Today’s new Travalanche post for September 19, 2025 is about actor William Hickey: In no particular order, other Travalanche posts for September 19 include ones on: (For Talk Like a Pirate Day) The Five Best Pirate Actors and Our Flag Means Death Cross eyed comedian Ben Turpin Adam West (Batman) Beatles manager Brian Epstein Paul […]

Today’s new Travalanche post for September 19, 2025 is about actor William Hickey: In no particular order, other Travalanche posts for September 19 include ones on: (For Talk Like a Pirate Day) The Five Best Pirate Actors and Our Flag Means Death Cross eyed comedian Ben Turpin Adam West (Batman) Beatles manager Brian Epstein Paul […]

September 19 was the birthday of acting legend William Hickey (1927-1997). Coincidentally, Hickey is the name of the character at the heart of Eugene O’Neill’s The Iceman Cometh. I’m not sure William Hickey would have been right for that role, but he certainly would be for one of the other characters in that play, for […]

September 19 was the birthday of acting legend William Hickey (1927-1997). Coincidentally, Hickey is the name of the character at the heart of Eugene O’Neill’s The Iceman Cometh. I’m not sure William Hickey would have been right for that role, but he certainly would be for one of the other characters in that play, for […]

Updates: PP with a big lead over Muskingum in the first set. Good to see Coach Val back on the sidelines. She and her family have been dealing with the loss of her father. Here is hoping his “little girl” gets the win. PP with the set one win. Second set is close early. Charlotte… Continue reading Friday, Sept 19 Match Day!

Illinois Wesleyan Tourney#10 Illinois Wesleyan, Coe, Wittenberg, Rose-Hulman#10 Illinois Wesleyan 3, Wittenberg 0; Coe 3, Rose-Hulman 1. Transylvania Invite#11 Marietta, Transylvania, Pomona-Pitzer, Muskingum, Maryville (Tenn.)Transylvania 3, #11 Marietta 0. Carleton/St. Olaf Tourney#19 Dubuque, #24 Gustavus Adolphus, Chicago, Wartburg, St. Olaf, Minnesota Morris, CarletonWartburg 3, Minnesota Morris 0; St. Olaf 3, Chicago 2; Minnesota Morris 3, […]

16×50 1-4) kick 1:05 5-8) pull 1:00 9-12) nf :55 13-16) free :50 12×25 choice 40/30/20 Circuit A/ under bridges 6x 200 or 175 descend 1-3,4-6 on 3:20 Circuit B/ 4 times thru 100 very long on 1:45 3 x 25 sprint on:45 Circuit C/in shallow end Twice thru 4 x 50 Bk K/Br … Continue reading “Friday September 19,2025”

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Say goodbye to boring SPAGHETTI SQUASH!Heartier and Healthier, this Spaghetti Squash recipe will fill you up with a delicious high protein low calorie meal! If your family likes Mexican they’re gonna love this! Also, please try my AlfredoSpaghetti Squash! It’s equally scrumptious! For spaghetti squash: 1 TBSP Olive Oil Kosher Salt 1/2 tsp Cumin ½ … Continue reading Southwest Spaghetti Squash, Diabetic Friendly

Flora Purim is a Brazilian jazz singer known primarily for her work in the jazz fusion style. Purim was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to Jewish parents who were classical musicians. Her father Naum Purim played violin and her mother Rachel Vaisberg was a pianist. When her father was out of the house, her… Continue reading FLORA PURIM – Open Your Eyes, You Can Fly | The Midnight Special (1976) →

Updates: NPI Rankings have been updated through yesterday. I also did a short Fun With Numbers article. I should be able to catch the first set of the Hope/CMU match. Lauren Lee (Hope) is still good. She doesn’t have the same level of hitters but still fun to watch her run the offense. After I… Continue reading Thursday, Sept 18 Match Day!

I’m going to do another little Fun with Numbers article but it will be a quick one. I think I covered the NPI stuff on Monday pretty good so no use diving into that again. I did update the NPI Rankings through yesterday so you can always check that out. Okay, maybe a little NPI… Continue reading Fun With Numbers (Wk3)