Sony Computer Entertainment America Announces God of War(R) III Ultimate Edition - an Exclusive Collector's Pack Celebrating the Final Installment of the Award-Winning Franchise Oct 31, 2009
With texture resolutions that have quadrupled since God of War II, God of War III will feature fluid, life-like characters, as well as dynamic lighting effects, a robust weapon system and world-changing scenarios that will truly bring unmistakable realism to Kratos' fateful quest. Players will have a chance to join battles on a grand scale with many more enemies on-screen and be able to interact with levels like never before. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Saint Laurent tops list of dead celebs Oct 29, 2009
Yves Saint Laurent tops list of highest-earning dead celebs - CNN.com. Yves Saint Laurent tops list of highest-earning dead celebs. (CNN)
Suzanne Tucker's old love of antiques Oct 26, 2009
Anh-Minh Le, Special to The Chronicle. Sunday, October 25, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bakugan Review Oct 25, 2009
Characters are low-poly takes on the folks from the other versions (which weren't great to begin with), and it's full of jaggies everywhere. However, the biggest problem is that the cards you play are so blurry that it can be impossible to read stats on some of them, especially when the background is very light. (IGN PS2)
Volunteers make a difference Oct 25, 2009
Comment too long. The comment you have entered is too long. Please limit your post to {maxchars} characters or less. City workers trim grass Saturday at Cedar Lawn Cemetery on West Capitol Street in Jackson during Make a Difference Day activities. (The Clarion-Ledger)
From Vikings to Dancing Queens Oct 20, 2009
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Geisha Party Favors Oct 19, 2009
They come in a package of over one dozen notecards featuring different Japanese art designs and Geisha characters. These party favors vary in design from store to store because they are created by different artists. (Suite101.com)
Gardening under glass Oct 19, 2009
Jane Tunks, Chronicle Staff Writer. Sunday, October 18, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bakugan Hits Toys R Us Oct 17, 2009
A Toys"R"Us special edition of the Bakugan Battle Brawlers video game for Wii and Nintendo DS will also be available for pre-order during the event, featuring exclusive, playable characters Manion and Ravenoid. To celebrate the arrival of the new Bakugan the 7-in-1 Maxus Helios and Bakugan 7-in-1 Maxus Dragonoid, Toys"R"Us will also host the "Maxus Challenge," where kids can compete for the chance to receive special ability cards and other complimentary prizes, while supplies last. (IGN PS2)
Funeral Home Owner Accused Of Racketeering, Stealing From Estates Oct 17, 2009
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Man arraigned for 'weapon cane' in Pa. courthouse Oct 17, 2009
Man arraigned for 'weapon cane' in Pa. Article:Man arraigned for 'weapon cane' in Pa. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Epistles worthy of the Philistines Oct 16, 2009
THE trick to any epistolary play is to make it appear that the characters on stage are doing more than just mouthing correspondence to each other ... Address Unknown is an attempt to humanise historical events but its compressed timeline, its revenge plot twist and its sketchy characters belong inescapably to the world of melodramatic fiction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
New Britain Cemetery Tour Will Resurrect City's History Oct 14, 2009
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Theme parks roll out the boo! for kids Oct 13, 2009
The Walt Disney CompanyMickeys Trick-or-Treat Party at Disneyland is a frightfully fun evening that includes meeting with Disney characters at treat stations, doing arts and crafts, going on rides, and enjoying live entertainment ... When: Weekends only, September 26 to October 31What to expect: Little ones can go trick-or-treating in their costumes, take a hayride, walk through Count von Counts castle, see the Countdown to Halloween musical show featuring their favorite characters,... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Holiday sales events at warehouses, outlets Oct 12, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009. Inside: More fall sale deals and steals. (San Francisco Chronicle)
From the HIP Oct 12, 2009
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Old World elegance at Clos LaChance Oct 11, 2009
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I think Top Gear should have the Dalai Lama on the show as a star in a reasonably... Oct 10, 2009
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Gun-toting Pa. soccer mom's autopsy results due Oct 9, 2009
Nine days later, the sheriff revoked her license to carry and conceal a gun, citing a state law that prohibits certain gun permits from being given to people whose characters and reputations make them dangers to public safety. A county judge overturned that decision but questioned Hain's judgment and said she had "scared the devil" out of people at the Sept. 11, 2008, game. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
Other horror films and characters from the movies featured in Halloween Horror Nights include reimagined classics like Frankenstein and Dracula, along with haunted houses, live shows and costumed actors. Regular admission to any night of the event is 69. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Payless praised Oct 6, 2009
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Rick Steves: Marvelous markets of Provence Oct 5, 2009
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West Berkeley: Fourth Street Oct 5, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009. The freight trains rattle by, horns blaring, just steps away from West Berkeley's upscale Fourth Street shopping district. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ravenswood makes top 100 Oct 2, 2009
Sarafornia starred in the film, with almost all principal characters referring to it as their favorite restaurant, full-frontal shots of the caf. lots of pancakes and even Dierkhising himself visible prepping dishes in the kitchen. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Cinderella story for an Oakland home Oct 1, 2009
Tracey Taylor, Special to The Chronicle. Wednesday, September 30, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Coffee klatches are not always about having a cup of java Oct 1, 2009
I think the camaraderie of these social groups fosters good mental health simply by sharing opinions, good humor and a feeling of acceptance of all who attend, despite at times our particular and unique characters. What makes a coffee klatch so beneficial for all of us is the realization that friends are important, that each person s testimony is the eventual growth of a true friendship; something that has been on the wane for decades in our progressively reclusive society. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Community Calendar and Area Events Oct 1, 2009
(all students must be accompanied by an adult) Includes dinner, questioning the characters and solving the mystery ... Dinner and our own cast of characters for your entertainment. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Calif. jail entrepreneur has checkered past Oct 1, 2009
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Monterey Historic State Park leads shutdown Sep 30, 2009
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Crossing the Equator Sep 30, 2009
Wednesday, September 23, 2009. Occasionally, I'd come across some strange photos of sailors involved in odd play. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Video: Warner Bros. Entertainment Caps Off Year-Long Celebration of the 70th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz with September 24 Emerald Gala in New York City Sep 26, 2009
The event honoring the classic film's milestone was attended by such notables as five of the original actors who played the "Munchkins" characters in The Wizard of Oz, Judy Garland's daughter Lorna Luft, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and actress Ashanti and Jennifer Oz LeRoy, CEO and owner of Tavern on the Green and granddaughter of The Wizard of Oz producer Mervyn LeRoy ... THE WIZARD OF OZ and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Design Above All': small spaces, big ideas Sep 21, 2009
Design Above All': small spaces, big ideas. Design Above All': small spaces, big ideas. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Antiques aplenty Sep 19, 2009
Ornate shop signs inscribed with gilded Chinese characters were also easily acquired in the days when public displays of Chinese language were banned. Tugu Balis Bale Sutra or Palace of Harmony is an elegant dining room evoking the aura of an 18th-century Chinese temple, while another meeting room is decorated with 19th-century Balinese royal antiques and memorabilia. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
One-tank trip: Eatonton Sep 19, 2009
The museum also includes wood carvings and artwork of Harris characters, including Br er Rabbit and Br er Fox, photos from Disney s Song of the South, newspaper clippings, photos, portraits and a first edition of Uncle Remus. Ga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Toy Story Mania! Brings Amusement Park Attraction to the Living Room Available Now for Wii Sep 16, 2009
The newest title from Disney Interactive Studios brings classic DisneyPixar Toy Story characters together as they stage their own fun-filled carnival, featuring familiar and one-of-a-kind midway-inspired games, alongside bonus unlockable levels in 3-D. ... Toy Story Mania: The Mobile Game is an arcade game featuring favorite characters from the movie. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
HOMEMergers & acquisitions Sep 14, 2009
HOME / Mergers sitions / Yes, you can show off your quirky collection. Here's how to make it work. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lats lovable characters brought to life at shopping mall Sep 14, 2009
Lats lovable characters brought to life at shopping mall ... Lats lovable characters brought to life at shopping mall ... These unforgettable characters are brought to life in various scenes, preparing for the Raya celebrations, in larger-than-life drawings by none other than Lat himself. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Mississippi biting Sep 13, 2009
Harris later created two mystery series featuring Southern women as lead characters, but in 2001, she took a different turn with the publication of her first vampire tale, Dead Until Dark ... Comment too long. The comment you have entered is too long. Please limit your post to {maxchars} characters or less. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Gary Cooper Commemorated on Stamp Sep 13, 2009
Although Cooper has been called a natural-born actor, he did not consider himself "an easy study." He immersed himself in his characters until he seemed to become them, so much so that people often forgot he was acting. He recognized the camera's ability to pick up small movements and subtle expressions. (PR Newswire)
Insider: Compromise is a wonderful thing Sep 12, 2009
Join friends and neighbors for an opportunity to mingle with your favorite storybook characters. Clifford the Big Red Dog, Curious George, Wild Thing and Very Hungry Caterpillar will be on hand to meet the kids. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Dragon*Con brings out enthusiasts' inner geek Sep 7, 2009
Karen Lee and husband Dillan dressed like comic book characters for Dragon*Con in Atlanta, Georgia. Where else -- OK, other than San Francisco or New Orleans -- are city streets shut down for a ragtag parade of zombies, superheroes, robots, Klingons and Middle Earth dwellers. (CNN -- Tech)
‘Action' comics Sep 7, 2009
Catto said that he is a fan of what has come to be known as the Silver Age of Comic Books, when Iron Man, the X-Men and other classic Marvel characters came from the legendary team of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby ... This allowed him the opportunity to stay active in the world of comics, working with companies such as Nabisco on promotions that often featured comic characters as well as working with the New York Comic Con ... They have big plans to revive other characters, such as the Zeroids, which... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Award-winning 1963 Chevy Impala is the pride of the family Sep 7, 2009
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Prepare your house for swapping and save money Sep 5, 2009
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Nauvoo Grape Festival features three days of fun and activities Sep 4, 2009
5 to Dark - Buckskinners rs Rendezvous Exposition - step back to the past and visit with the characters in period costume ... 9 a.m. to Dark - Buckskinners rs Rendezvous Exposition - step back to the past and visit the characters in period costume ... 9 a.m. to Dark - Buckskinners rs Rendezvous Exposition - take a step back to the past and visit the characters in period costume. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
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The deaf and hard of hearing characters in the films use American Sign Language ... Tomlin, a unique comic artist, takes the audience on an hilarious trip with more than a dozen of her timeless characters: from Ernestine to Sister Boogie Woman; Mrs. Beasley to Edith Ann. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
NCsoft and DC Comics Unveil "Aiva... Sep 3, 2009
Sep 2nd, 2009 - The world of Aion, the most anticipated massively multiplayer online (MMO) release of the year, is one full of rich history, thrilling stories and unforgettable characters ... Using one of the most flexible and in-depth character customization systems ever featured in an MMO, players will be able to create genuinely distinct characters and explore a visually stunning world of ethereal beauty brimming with otherworldly inhabitants, mysterious enemies, and ancient secrets. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Meet Iron Fist - future Marvel superhero Sep 1, 2009
Disney said its purchase of Marvel Entertainment will allow it to bring many lesser-known comic characters to the forefront ... If its bid for comic book company Marvel Entertainment goes through, Disney will inherit about 5,000 comic book characters for the media giant's movies, television, action figures and amusement parks ... When the deal was announced Monday, Disney said it was particularly interested in bringing some of the lesser-known characters to the forefront. (CNN -- Money)
California holds garage sale Aug 29, 2009
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Enamored by ornaments of Christmas past Aug 27, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009. Is it time to start thinking about putting up your Christmas decorations. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Welcome to the ha-ha-hacienda: Batman Arkham Asylum review Aug 26, 2009
This is unique take on the characters and the setting of Arkham Asylum. Written by Paul Dini, it's a very mature look at Batman, no matter what the Teen rating may have you believe. (Ars Technica)
Best Episodes And Quotes From Will ... Aug 21, 2009
Will is a sitcom involving four funny and flawed characters that had an eight year run on NBC. Here are highlights from the first four seasons of the show ... The two title characters of Will Truman and Grace Adler were played with a dry sense of wit by Eric McCormack and Debra Messing ... The other half of the outrageous four, the characters of Jack McFarland and Karen Walker, played by Megan Mullally and Sean Hayes respectively, rounded out this gay-themed, sometimes controversial, television... (Suite101.com)
Design, Play and Trade Personalized Cards With the Duelist On Demand Program Aug 20, 2009
Duelist On Demand utilizes the new Topps print-on-demand technology which allows players to create physical and digital trading cards featuring their in-game characters. "This print-on-demand option gives Free Realms players an entirely new way to immerse themselves into the game, with a unique, physical Topps trading card," said Scott Martins, Director of Development, SOE Denver. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Thief swipes dredge bucket from museum Aug 19, 2009
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Author publishes story about oil exploration in Kettleman Hills Aug 18, 2009
Since the manuscript was written by both his grandfather and great-aunt, it combines Sterling's real-life experiences in the hills of Kettleman City with the embellishment of Hirt's characters and a stream of consciousness. The story begins in Kettleman City with the characters of a pioneer sheep herder Laggett Steele and his son, Ray ... "One of the biggest characters is the land itself, which hasn't changed after 80 years," he said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Inn makes feeling at home easy Aug 17, 2009
Besides the cast of characters coming in and out of the bed and breakfast as guests, Royal Oaks comes with its own cast including the donkey and peacocks, geese, ducks, chickens and three dogs. Kizer said the idea to have peacocks also came from his travels. (Atmore Advance, AL)
What's Happening Aug 16, 2009
You re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, a musical comedy with music and lyrics by Clark Gesner and based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles Schultz in his comic strip Peanuts, will be presented by the Lawrence County Arts Council at 7 p.m. CDT Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. CDT Aug. 23 in the auditorium at Lawrenceville High School, 503 Eighth St., Lawrenceville, Ill. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Treasures everywhere! Aug 15, 2009
A favorite Calvin and Hobbes cartoon (a boy and his tiger ) has the two characters grubbily digging in the backyard. Hobbes, the tiger, asks Calvin what he's found and Calvin replies seriously with something like a rock, an old bottle cap, a snapped rubber band and two rusty nails and then, ecstatic, he shouts, There's treasure everywhere. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Two New Pokémon Games Announced for Nintendo DS Aug 15, 2009
Pokmon HeartGold Version and Pokmon SoulSilver Version bring dozens of Pokmon characters back into the limelight for a new Pokmon generation and longtime fans to catch, train and battle. Announcing these much-anticipated game launches at The Pokmon World Championships allows us to give the news directly to the legions of fans who represent the true heart and soul of Pokmon, said J.C. Smith, The Pokmon Company Internationals director of marketing, who made the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Offtrack betting in S.F.? Not so fast Aug 15, 2009
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Urban Burp fabric shop a gas for vintage fans Aug 13, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009. In the hierarchy of odd names given to small shops these days, Urban Burp may be among the more idiosyncratic. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Warner Bros. Entertainment to Stage Spectacular Events in New York City to Culminate Worldwide 70th Anniversary Celebration of The Wizard of Oz Aug 12, 2009
Also contributing to the grand affair will be a rare appearance by five of the original actors who played the "Munchkins" characters in 1939's The Wizard of Oz, along with members of the cast of The Wizard of Oz National Tour performing acts from the traveling show ... "Warner Home Video is proud to be part of the year-long celebration of this cinematic treasure. When I viewed this Blu-ray version, it was like seeing and hearing the film for the very first time. You're brought into Dorothy's... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EBay, GM set to start car-selling trial Tuesday Aug 10, 2009
BY RACHEL METZ, AP Technology Writer. Sunday, August 9, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
J-Pop explodes: New People mall opening in S.F. Aug 10, 2009
First up, Yoshitaka Amano, who designed the characters for the video game Final Fantasy ... Hayao Miyazaki's latest, "Ponyo," opens Friday with Tina Fey, Matt Damon and Cate Blanchett voicing characters in the goldfish fairy tale. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Turn to Washington for great Cabernet values Aug 10, 2009
Sunday, August 9, 2009. It's a tough year for lovers of collectible Cabernet. (San Francisco Chronicle)
