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The Top 4 Most Memorable Twilight New Moon Moments

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Edward breaking-up with Bella

Edward breaking-up with Bella

As you know by now, the latest installment of the Twilight movie franchise, The Twilight Saga: New Moon opened to beat the opening day record of The Dark Knight, earning $26 million on its first day, and then moving on to conquer the third spot on the record debut list earning $141 million on its first weekend. Here are some of the movie’s best moments.

#4 The Paper cut and the Break Up
Mush aside, there would be no New Moon without the break up. I think that this scene was handled quite well in the movie. Teenage girls had their fill of tragedy, confusion and true love with this scene, yet it was not overdone and overly saccharine.

It is one testament of sacrifice and true love, vampire style. The rest of Hollywood surely have exploited this formula before, but not in the way Stephanie Meyer and New Moon did it.

This pivotal scene was made even better with Kristen Stewart’s performance. Admit it, being in a room filled with vampires and you get a paper cut. It defies all logic that all these supposedly refined vampires would start attacking you; much like being naked in a crowded room of men could make them start raping you. But the movie tried to stay true to the book and the scene was made truly magical by Stewart’s acting.

The wolf pack: Paul (the aggressive), Sam (the leader), Jared (the joker), and Embry Call (the fourth)

The wolf pack: Paul (the aggressive), Sam (the leader), Jared (the joker), and Embry Call (the fourth)


Bella confronting the wolf pack

Bella confronting the wolf pack


#3 Meet the Wolves, Bella
One should note that the computer graphics done on the werewolves were really breath-taking and top notch. They were gruesome, big, and completely scary (but kinda cute), almost like how Meyer depicted them in her book.

This scene deserves mention because it introduces us to Laurent’s evilness and holds a surprise when Bella is saved by… another werewolf. This is one of the few times the movie changed what was written in the book. In the book, a pack of werewolves saved Bella, but here we only have one. Maybe it was to give more importance to Jacob’s character and would build into the next scenes where we find Jacob again saving Bella from sure death from diving off a cliff into dangerous waters.

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Top 5 Big Hollywood Celebrities and Their Big Bikes

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Tom Cruise and His Ducati Desmosedici RR

Tom Cruise and his Ducati Desmosedici RR

What do George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Charlize Theron, and Ewan McGregor, to name a few, have in common? They are all great lovers of big bikes.

Just because they are earning millions of dollars for every movie they make doesn’t really mean that they are already “limousine people”. Though they don’t want to thrust themselves into the limelight all the time, they still want to get some thrill and a breath of fresh air by riding their very much loved superbikes.

Moreover, since you would definitely be so interested what they’re driving on, take a look at the list of celebrities and their bikes:

Tom Cruise
The Top Gun and Risky Business star was one of the first people in the world to receive Desmosedici RR, one of the newest models from Ducati. It is sold at more than $72,000 and is composed of different materials, such as magnesium and titanium. With its carbon fiber system, it can literally travel at most 200 miles per hour.

Elizabeth Taylor
Who would have thought that the Grand Dame Elizabeth Taylor loves big bikes? Unknown to many, she actually owns Purple Passion, a Harley-Davidson bike. It’s not as massive as other models of the famous brand. However, for someone as delicate as she, she deserves something sexier or sultry to look at. Of course, it pays that she didn’t buy it herself. It was given by Malcolm Forbes, one of the wealthiest men in the world and where Forbes Magazine got its name from. Forbes himself owns more than 50 Harley-Davidsons.

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Top 5 Most Memorable Harry Potter Moments

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The Main Cast of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince

The Main Cast of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince


Six movies down in the wildly popular seven-book saga of Harry Potter, the film franchise’s latest installment “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” is a certified hit.

Still playing in theatres worldwide, Half-Blood Prince is widely regarded as the best adaptation out of the Harry Potter films. Not only does this one renewed the interest of the millions of people who found themselves captivated by Harry’s quest to find himself and fulfill his destiny, it also bodes an exciting end.

Reports have it that the last book will be divided into two movies, which makes for great news. It only means that there will be more memorable Harry moments. So far, here is the Top 5 most memorable Harry Potter moments.

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The 5 Weirdest Michael Jackson Moments

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The 5 Weirdest Michael Jackson Moments

The 5 Weirdest Michael Jackson Moments

1. “Bid” on the skeleton of the “Elephant Man.”
Michael Jackson was known to be very liberal with his spending, throwing tens of thousands of dollars on kitsch, putting up “Neverland Ranch” and filling it with exotic animals. Probably, the most bizarre item he would have owned if he had successfully bought it was the skeleton of Joseph Carrey Merrick, the infamous “Elephant Man” who died in 1890. Merrick’s bones have been kept in the London Hospital Medical College. When these were up for auction, Jackson made an official bid for a sum that has not been revealed. Other stories had it that Jackson made an outright offer of $1million to the London Hospital Medical College for the skeleton. Jackson later denied in interviews, saying that he was never interested in paying for Merrick’s skeleton.

“Bid” on the skeleton of the “Elephant Man.”

“Bid” on the skeleton of the “Elephant Man.”

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10 Ways to Enjoy your MAC

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10 Ways to Enjoy your MAC

10 Ways to Enjoy your MAC


Your MAC is a bundle of many joys if you take the time to explore its many features. To save on that effort, here’s an updated list of the best features and add-ons that are sure to help you enjoy your MAC to the fullest.

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10 Ways to Spice up your Boring PC

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deskstop computer

You already have your monitor, your CPU (the Central Processing Unit), your keyboard, mouse, and printer. The recent Windows Microsoft’s OS (Operating System) is already installed, as well as other basic office programs. Your PC seems to be complete yet you find yourself bored with it. Here are 10 easy steps to liven up your PC:

1. Add other hardware and accessories.
High-performance speakers or headphones that give off quality sound from mp3s and other sound files can be bought from almost any electronics or computer shops. While you’re at it, why not upgrade your printer with those that can act as scanners, colored and black & white printer as well?

2. Change the basic desktop settings from time to time (wallpapers, icons and others).
Wallpapers, icons, and cursors can be changed. You can do this by right-clicking on your desktop and selecting Properties. If you find the wallpapers, icons, and cursors boring or uninteresting, there are websites that offer good ones for a free download. Changing these settings will give your PC a more personalized and creative feel to it.

3. Add a screensaver.
Screensavers of different themes and designs can also be downloaded from the Internet. Cartoons, animals, nature scenes — you name the design. It will be fun to look at it after you’ve left your PC on standby mode.

4. Install PC Games.
Free computer games like Bookworm and Text Twist challenge the vocabulary and minds of just about anyone. They may be a bit simple and generic but they can give life to your boring PC. They definitely serve the purpose when you have nothing much to do.

5. Install Photoshop and other graphics editing programs.
There are many things that you can do with graphic editing programs. You can edit and enhance photos from your digital camera. You can also create your own wallpapers or desktop backgrounds and icons out of your photos or designs.

6. Get yourself an Internet connection.
The Internet is a good source of news and information. It also makes correspondence with family, friends, business partners and clients easier. Once connected, you gain access to networking sites and other entertainment domains where you can watch movies, music videos and other video clips for free. You can also compete with players from all over the world in a multitude of online games.

7. Install or subscribe to reputable anti-virus software.
Norton and McAfee are two of the leading anti-virus programs that protect your computer and rid it of viruses that cause harm to it. They can be downloaded online and are provided to those who need them by subscription. You can also download free trial anti-virus software before you make any subscription.

8. Download music or rip music from your CDs.
Programs like Apple’s iTunes and Windows Media Player can rip music from CDs. Programs such as iTunes also has a vast library of songs up for purchase and download. At 0.99 cents, you can already get any song that you like.

9. Upgrade your PC with an added RAM or an extra hard disk.
The Random Access Memory (RAM) determines how fast your computer can function. With a high-performing RAM, your desktop can function with relatively less fear of malfunctions. RAMS with a capacity of 2 to 3 gigabytes can be purchased in electronic and computer stores.

10. Get a DVD-writer or an external storage.
External hard disks that store up to 250 gigabytes-worth of computer programs, files or documents, videos, images and sound files are for sale in the electronics and computer shops. There will be no fear of running out of storage space when downloading more files if your PC is supported with an external hard drive.

What’s the deal with micro-blogging and lifestreaming?

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microblogging and lifestreaming 

Internet-savvy individuals are undoubtedly familiar with the terms ‘micro-blogging’ and ‘lifestreaming’, but there are still a number of people who do not know what they’re all about.

First, let’s define them. Micro-blogging, as the term implies, is blogging in small quantities. If blogging is eating a whole cake at one time, micro-blogging is doing it slice by slice. Posts in a micro-blog are usually limited to a certain number of characters—otherwise it won’t be micro anymore.

Lifestreaming, on the other hand, is broadcasting bits & pieces of your life and activities through digital media like the Internet and mobile phones.

Micro-blogging can be used to broadcast anything from what you ate for breakfast to the latest news in Iraq. The difference between micro-blogging and lifestreaming is that the latter is more of a collection of personal news. A person’s lifestream often contains updates about their thoughts, feelings, and activities, often in real-time. Someone who just finished watching a movie, for example, can stream, “I just saw Watchmen and it was intense!” One can also set certain lifestreams to reach only specific people, like friends and family.

How has micro-blogging changed the virtual world?
In this ultra-modern era where most people are constantly on the go, micro-blogging lets us read and share information in small, easily digestible chunks. Micro-blogs are short and to the point. They offer a convenient way of staying up-to-date, especially for those who do not have the time to stop by for a long read.

Today, micro-blogging is adopted not just by individuals sharing purely personal thoughts, but also by business companies, news and information agencies, and even personalities in entertainment and politics.

Twitter: the Most Popular Micro-blogging Service
The most popular micro-blogging service is, of course, Twitter. Twitter was developed in 2006 and became popular the year after, spreading the micro-blogging fever in the Internet world. It has become so well-liked that big media giants like BBC have begun to use it to post short summaries and links to news. Even Qatar’s Al Jazeera network uses Twitter. Famous celebrities – Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore, Martha Stewart, Mariah, Nicole Richie, to name a few – maintain Twitter profiles and keep their many fans worldwide posted on their current activities.

Twitter has a 140-character limit, so posts (called ‘tweets’) will have to be really short and specific. This is because Twitter has a text messaging feature – users can update their profiles by sending tweets using their mobile phones. President Barack Obama has a Twitter profile, which was actively updated during his campaign using the Twitterberry application on a Blackberry. Another way to send tweets is through Twitterfox, a Mozilla Firefox plugin that lets you update without logging in to the Twitter website.

The Others
Other popular micro-blogging and lifestreaming services include Jaiku, which features a comment system, and Plurk, a timeline-based lifestreaming site. Social networking websites have also integrated lifestreaming features into user profiles. One prominent example is Facebook’s status updates. After the site’s latest home page redesign, the input box now asks, “What’s on your mind?”

If you have been reading up to this part, you would have probably realized you have been doing all these micro-blogging and lifestreaming all along. You may not have known that they were called that. Trust me, you’re not alone.