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World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 13:25:00 +0000

World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana Score and the USA hit the same roadblock as they did four years ago. In a contest this close, it comes down to the one that wants it the most. Ghana was the lone defender of its continent for the games, and being the host nation, they were compelled to pull it out. This they did with a great contest from the Americans. Ghana scored in the first half of the World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana Score. The USA was unable to get a goal in until the second half. And the knot stayed tied until the end of regulation. It would be unfair to say that either team in this match was outplayed, but the one holding the extra point at the end is the clear winner. The World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana Score is a great victory for the African nation.

US Open 2010: Birdie or Bogey

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 04:21:00 +0000

US Open 2010:The PGA tour appears to be one big chip shot right now. Players, both famous and the relatively unknown are making birdies and bogeys almost at the same rate. Normally we look for players like Mickelson and Tiger to shine amongst the unknown players but right now, it really is anyone’s guess.

Pebble Beach is a great course for the US Open but with professionals labeling the greens as difficult. Without some rain, the greens will be dry and play really fast. The greens were being watered at night per the rules and competition guidelines. Mike Davis the senior director of the rules and competition for the US Golf Association indicated that the greens “should be relatively receptive for the first part of the day.”

Pebble Beach’s Par 3 seventh hole runs approximately 106 yards. The morning players are thought to have an advantage here since the winds are suppose to pick up this afternoon. The other popular Par 3 hole at the US Open is the seventeenth which plays a big 222 yards with the pin near the back edge of the green. Only time will tell if these holes help the players or hurt them.

HTC EVO 4G proves it can face the iPhone 4

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:25:00 +0000

HTC’s EVO 4G smartphone recently gained the title of Sprint’s best selling phone, after it broke the company’s record for the biggest number of mobile phones sold in only one day.

No official numbers were revealed , but according to Sprint’s officials, the EVO 4G’s launch event was a major success and a milestone for the company. The demand was so big that certain locations exhausted their inventories prematurely.

The success of HTC EVO 4G’s launch proves that the smartphone is a potential opponent on the market for Apple’s new iPhone 4, as both of them are being released in the same time frame.

The EVO 4G runs Android 2.1 and offers 4G speeds, almost ten times faster than a 3G system.

Giants Baseball Prospect: Buster Posey

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 30 May 2010 09:19:00 +0000

San Francisco Giants Prospect: Buster Posey As baseball approaches the mid-way point, big stars get bigger and up and coming stars are about to get the chance of a lifetime. The first move could come if the Giants decide to move Buster Posey up. Sources basically indicate that Posey is headed up but to play first base, not catcher. So, even if he shows up in San Francisco as expected, fans will have to wait to see what position he takes on the field. The Giants first basemen, Aubrey Huff, has spent a great deal of time in left field lately. And Buster Posey has been seen playing first base for the Class AAA Fresno squad. While hanging out on first, Posey has managed to hit .349 with six homeruns. The Giants are struggling and could definitely use a jolt from a player like Posey.

24 Season Finale : The Last Moment with Jack Bauer

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Wed, 26 May 2010 03:29:00 +0000

Watch 24 Season Finale Live Online. It’s been 9 years already since we’ve seen the very first day or the first 24 hours in the life of Jack Bauer. Keifer Sutherland plays as Jack along with his team in CTU. After Lost goes bye bye yesterday, another two of the most promising TV series will be ending their franchise like 24 and Lost and Order. Tonight will be the ending of Jack Bauer’s very long 24 hours.

24 premiered on Nov. 6, 2001 and shows every episode like an hour activity for the whole hour. Keifer Sutherland really works well on his role and almost taken us to the edge of our seat. We know Jack Baur is very tired of his life now and we know that he really need to rest for good.

Check out The “24″ series finale that will be airing this Monday, May 24, 2010 on Fox

Dancing with the Stars 2010 Winner : Evan Lycasek or Nicole Scherzinger?

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Wed, 26 May 2010 03:28:00 +0000

Dancing with the Stars 2010 Winner and Finale Updates. We are entering the finale episode of Dancing with the Stars 2010 this May 26, 2010. After the first episode of the finale yesterday , it’s been a full of talks and prediction on who will be the next celebrity to win the Dancing with the Stars this season.

Dancing with the Stars 2010 Finale Episode. Winner could be Nicole Scherzinger or Evan Lycasek but don’t forget about Erin Andrews who is currently entered and shocked the whole world on getting to the final 3 in Dancing with the Stars 2010. My prediction will be goes to Nicole Scherzinger of Pussycat dolls by I don’t take away a possibilities of Evan Lycasek to win this one.

Check out the winner on tonight’s Dancing with the Stars 2010 Finale and Awarding at 9:00 pm ET.

Bret Michaels: Celebrity Apprentice Winner 2010

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Tue, 25 May 2010 01:17:00 +0000

Even if you aren’t a fan of Celebrity Apprentice, it’s difficult to keep the hype surrounding Bret Michaels out of your mind. Basically, with all the illness surrounding him, most people felt he would get the sympathy vote. And, he did indeed win, whether it was due to sympathy or not is another story entirely. Holly Robinson Peete was the celebrity that was not hired.On Sunday night when Donald Trump made his decision between the two finalist, he didn’t necessarily fire Holly, instead he hired Bret. Even the Miss USA said that the Trump look that draws attention when he fires someone is obvious. Last night, that gleam didn’t necessarily show through. Both celebrities in the finals of this season of Celebrity Apprentice definitely won.

Both of the celebrities on this season of the show received funds for their charity of choice. Holly was fighting for autism and Michaels was heading up a group for diabetes. With that in mind, the two went head to head in creating a Snapple drink along with promotional material. The Celebrity Apprentice really just made both celebrities winners this season.

Stanley Cup Finals 2010 Schedule

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Tue, 25 May 2010 01:14:00 +0000

The Stanley Cup Finals 2010 has the first team in place. The Chicago Blackhawks lost in the conference finals last year but are now in the Finals for the first time since 1992. The game of hockey in general totes a big stick. Players and fans alike tend to be rough and tough on and off the ice.

The Blackhawks won the Western Conference Finals with the fantastic play of Dustin Byfuglien. And now, taking on the winner of the Philadelphia/Montreal series is all that the Blackhawks have on their mind for the Stanley Cup Finals 2010. Just for the record, as the hockey finals tend to set a lot of records, while this is their first appearance since 1992, a win would be the first since 1961. And, with Marian Hossa playing in his third championship in three years with three teams, success is not guaranteed but records will be set.

Other big names to look for in the Stanley Cup Finals 2010 are Jonathan Toews and first year goaltender Antti Niemi. If Niemi can pull this off, he would be only the fourth rookie goalie to win a championship in 40 years. We’ve already determined that the game will be full of records, ifPhiladelphia can hang on, this would be a Phi-Chi finals series. As it stands right now, Hawks fans may find getting a ticket into the United Center to be excruciatingly difficult.

Fargo Marathon: Very Popular 2010 Fargo Marathon

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 23 May 2010 05:44:00 +0000

Fargo Marathon: Very Popular 2010 Fargo Marathon The Fargo Marathon is essentially growing by leaps and bounds.It’s been six years since the first race and now, ten times as many runners are registered to give it a run. Friday’s 5-kilo run had about 6,500 runners and in 2005 the first Fargo Marathon only had 2,271. For now, 2,200 runners have signed up to run the full marathon. The marathon spouts a large number of runners along with the 6,500 who ran the half, 1,600 for the team relays, 2,800 for the 10K and the youth run even brought 2,400 runners. That’s a lot of children if you look at this from that stand point alone. Last year’s total was only 14,000. Just for the record, that’s a lot of runners beating the path for the Fargo Marathon in one way.

NBA Playoff Betting – Magic Look To Dig Themselves Out Of 0-2 Hole In Boston

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 23 May 2010 05:43:00 +0000

NBA Playoff Betting – Magic Look To Dig Themselves Out Of 0-2 Hole In Boston NBA playoff online betting players have been stunned by Boston’s 2-0 lead over Orlando in the Eastern Conference finals, but the Magic have been good in Beantown recently, and they’ll need their best game of the season to avoid going down three games to none. Bet NBA: Celtics Magic – Saturday, May 22, 8:30 PM ET The Magic had a better game in a 95-92 loss in Game 2, but they still shot 39.4% from the field, and they were outrebounded 38-36. Dwight Howard had a game-high 30 points to go with eight rebounds, and the notoriously-poor foul shooter was 12-of-17 at the charity stripe, but it wasn’t enough to guide the Magic to a win. Vince Carter was just 5-of-15 from the floor for 16 points.

London 2012 Olympic Games mascots launched

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Thu, 20 May 2010 06:49:00 +0000

The London Organising Committee of the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games unveiled its Olympic Mascot, Wenlock and Paralympic Mascot, Mandeville.

Wenlock and Mandeville were created from the last drops of steel left over from the construction of the final support girder for the Olympic Stadium. An animated film, based on a story by children’s author Michael Morpurgo, shows how the figures were brought to life and are able to reflect and adapt to their surroundings, changing their appearance depending on the situation. Wenlock and Mandeville will now go on separate journeys, often crossing paths and meeting people all over the UK inspiring them to choose sport as they head towards the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

The mascots’ names reflect the UK’s rich Olympic and Paralympic histories. Wenlock’s name is inspired by the Shropshire village of Much Wenlock where the ‘Wenlock Games’ was one of the inspirations that led the founder of the modern Olympic movement Baron Pierre de Coubertin to create the Olympic Games. Mandeville’s name is inspired by Stoke Mandeville in Buckinghamshire. In the 1940s, Dr.Ludwig Guttmann came to Stoke Mandeville Hospital to set up a new spinal unit to help former soldiers suffering from spinal cord injuries. Looking for ways to inspire those in his care, he encouraged them to take up sport, leading to the formation of the Stoke Mandeville Games, widely recognised as a forerunner of the modern Paralympic movement.

Harvard Hoax: Adam Wheeler Harvard Scam

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Thu, 20 May 2010 06:46:00 +0000

Harvard Hoax: Adam Wheeler Harvard Scam - A young resident of Delaware accused of inventing brilliant academic background which could enter Harvard University was held Tuesday on $ 5,000 bail after pleading not guilty.

If Adam Wheeler paid the bond, must stay away from Harvard and other academic institutions involved, surrender his passport and not leave the state of Massachusetts, told a judge in Middlesex.

Wheeler, 23, who lives in Milton, Delaware, faces 20 counts of theft, identity fraud and other charges.

Wheeler said he had obtained a perfect score on the SAT, the highest grades in the Phillips Andover Academy and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology when he submitted his application to Harvard in 2007, prosecutors said. In fact, never attended any of these institutions, said Gerry Leone’s attorney general.

Prosecutor John Vener said Tuesday in court that in practice Wheeler stole $ 45,000 in financial aid, scholarships and awards funds from Harvard.

“The actions of this defendant swipe at those who competed honestly admissions and scholarships that this defendant fraudulently obtained,” he added. Adam Wheeler, who is studying English language and would have graduated from Harvard this spring, tried to go to Yale and Brown after being discovered at Harvard.

The defendant was a student at Bowdoin College in Maine from 2005 to 2007 but was suspended for academic dishonesty, authorities said.

Lebron James Mom Delonte West

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Wed, 19 May 2010 03:36:00 +0000

Lebron James Mom Delonte West:The rumor mill circulates Lebron James mom Delonte West quickly although as of right now, the rumors are unsubstantiated. Regardless, the rumor has made the Cleveland Cavaliers appear to be more vulnerable than before. And, with their early exit of the playoffs, the Cavaliers are making a mess without the extra help. With talk of James being a free agent on July 1st, face time really isn’t an issue for James.Apparently the Lebron James mom Delonte West news hit the locker room before the Cavaliers game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. It seems a random conversation from a website has made the allegations. But, again, no one has managed to confirm any of this. The worst part is the fact that the Cavaliers were struggling prior to Game 5, this just exacerbated the problem.

Reports surrounding this horrible rumor along with James potentially heading to play for the Knicks has basically everyone’s knickers in a wad. If this is not a rumor and the Lebron James mom Delonte West story line plays out, the only questions are, is it any of our business what these two adults do and should James’ mother consider her son’s feelings before choosing a mate? And if this rumor is true, the relationship appears to be between two consenting adults and no one is questioning the general public about being involved in such relationships. Moreover, how many people actually enter into relationships by first considering what their children or teammates may say or feel?

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NBA Betting: Suns vs. Lakers Odds

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Wed, 19 May 2010 03:33:00 +0000

NBA Betting: Suns vs. Lakers Odds:The Western Conference finals kicks off tonight. The series between the Lakers and the Suns gets started at the Staples Center in a seven game series. If you are in search of information regarding the NBA Betting on the Suns vs Lakers odds, just keep in mind that the Lakers are favored to win the series against the Suns quite easily. The Suns defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference semi-finals to earn a spot in the finals.
Right now, the biggest news other than the actual game surrounds Steve Nash’s ability to play with a cut on his eye that required six stitches. It’s difficult to imagine thatthe Suns will be able to do anything with the NBA defending champs if Nash is not 100% healthy. If you are looking for NBA Betting Suns vs. Lakers odds, this season the Lakers are 3 – 1 against the Suns and high scoring games favor the Suns. However, the Lakers just don’t go away that easily.

The Lakers with their superstar Kobe Bryant and the up and coming star Pau Gasol have been tormenting folks with their offense. Again, the Suns vs. Lakers odds are based on the scoring options and bench depth. Kobe is giving Nash props but chances are if the going gets rough, Nash may be toting another swollen eye from all the elbow tosses. The bestthe Suns can hope for is a cold Kobe and a hot Nash.

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GOSSIP GIRL Finale "Last Tango, Then Paris" Season 3 Episode 22

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:44:00 +0000

Watch a sneak peek and check out photos of the season finale episode of GOSSIP GIRL "Last Tango, Then Paris" Season 3 Episode 22 which will air Monday May 17 at 9pm on the CW.

Episode Synopsis: GOSSIP GIRL "Last Tango, Then Paris" Season 3 Episode 22 - Blair (Leighton Meester) must decide whether to meet Chuck (Ed Westwick) at the top of the Empire State Building or risk losing their future together. A Gossip Girl gossip bomb involving Dan (Penn Badgley) explodes Serena (Blake Lively) and Nate’s (Chace Crawford) relationship. Dorota (Zuzanna Szadkowski) and Vanya (guest star Aaron Schwartz) welcome their baby. Jenny (Taylor Momsen) hits rock bottom. Georgina (guest star Michelle Trachtenberg) returns to the Upper East Side…and she has an agenda. Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle also star. J. Miller Tobin directed the episode written by Josh Safran and Stephanie Savage

UNITED STATES OF TARA "The Family Portrait" Season 2 Episode 9

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:43:00 +0000

Watch a sneak peek of an upcoming episode of UNITED STATES OF TARA titled "The Family Portrait" Season 2 Episode 9 which airs Monday May 17 2010, at 10:30PM.

Episode Synospis: UNITED STATES OF TARA "The Family Portrait" Season 2 Episode 9 - Tara (TONI COLLETTE) hopes to re-connect with her family through her latest art project, a family portrait. Max (JOHN CORBETT) works to separate himself from Pammy (JOEY LAUREN ADAMS). Kate (BRIE LARSON) becomes intrigued with a new guy she met online. Marshall (KEIR GILCHRIST) learns bad news about Ted (MICHAEL HITCHCOCK) and Hany (SAMMY SHEIK). Nick (MATTHEW DEL NEGRO) asks Charmaine (ROSEMARIE DEWITT) to take drastic measures against Neil (PATTON OSWALT)

HOUSE MD "Help Me" Season 6 Episode 21 (Season Finale)

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:41:00 +0000

Watch a sneak peek and check out photos of the season finale episode of HOUSE MD titled "Help Me" Season 6 Episode 21 which airs Monday May 17 2010 at 8pm on FOX.

Episode Synopsis: HOUSE MD "Help Me" Season 6 Episode 21 - Cuddy, House and members of the team join forces with a search-and-rescue team to provide much-needed medical attention at the scene of an emergency in the "Help Me" season finale episode of HOUSE airing Monday, May 17 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Cast: Hugh Laurie as Dr. Gregory House; Lisa Edelstein as Dr. Lisa Cuddy; Omar Epps as Dr. Eric Foreman; Robert Sean Leonard as Dr. James Wilson; Jennifer Morrison as Dr. Allison Cameron; Jesse Spencer as Dr. Robert Chase; Peter Jacobson as Dr. Chris Taub; Olivia Wilde as Thirteen/Dr. Remy Hadley

Guest Cast: Jamie McShane as Captain McCreavey; Angel Oquendo as EMT Coumont; Doug Kruse as Dolce; Kimberly M. Bailey as Dolce's Wife; China Jesusita Shavers as Hanna; Desean Terry as Charles

CHUCK "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" Season 3 Episode 17 |

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:34:00 +0000

Watch a sneak peek and check out episode images of the upcoming episode of CHUCK titled "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" Season 3 Episode 17 which airs on Monday May 17 at 8pm on NBC.

Episode Synopsis CHUCK "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" Season 3 Episode 17 - After his last dream, Chuck (Zachary Levi) asks Morgan (Joshua Gomez) to help him on a side mission. Their investigation becomes complicated when Stephen J. Bartowski (guest star Scott Bakula) returns and learns that Chuck downloaded the Intersect 2.0. Luckily, Chuck’s father may be able to help his son. Yvonne Strahovski, Adam Baldwin, Ryan McPartlin, Scott Krinsky, Vik Sahay and Mark Christopher Lawrence also star.

Expand the Deal

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:19:00 +0000

You may not be limited to the issues currently in play. Get your nose off the negotiating table and look around. Could the relationship between parties be expanded? What else do you have that they might want, and vice verse? Always be on the lookout for more stuff to trade.
Apply integrative bargaining (also called “interest-based bargaining” or “win-win bargaining”). It is a negotiation strategy in which parties collaborate to find a win-win solution to their dispute. This strategy focuses on developing mutually beneficial agreements based on the interests of the disputants. Interests include the needs, desires, concerns, and fears important to each side.

Be Ethical

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:18:00 +0000

Ethics is “A system of moral principles or values; the rules or standards governing the conduct of the members of a profession; accepted principles of right or wrong.” Ethics establishes the means of doing what is right, fair and honest. Why are ethics important in a negotiation?
Reputation plays a vital role in every negotiation. What are the ethical parameters of negotiation tactics? Can we lie? Can we deceive? Is there a difference? It’s much easier to achieve win-win outcomes when you have a reputation for being fair, honest and willing to do the right thing.

Admit Error

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:15:00 +0000

Is admitting error or omission a sign of weakness? False. Research shows that disclosing such information demonstrates honesty. In psychological terms, it breeds what is called “reciprocity.” If you do something for me, then I’ll do something for you. People are far more likely to be honest with you when you are honest with them.
Negotiation, at its best, consists of open, honest, and straightforward communication based on mutual respect and mutual trust.

Step Back

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:14:00 +0000

Don’t just keep talking. Take a conscious, purposeful step back into your presentation. One step forward; one step back; step together, and back again. This is the negotiati8on dance. You move together through the process, taking care not to step on each other. The dance is never confrontational or harsh, but smooth and in harmony.
You take a step back and try to postpone the discussion until you have more information. An example is postponing the salary discussion, at least until you have the information needed. By doing research ahead of time, you will feel confident knowing your worth. There is a point when the range, or your

Think Fast on Your Feet

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:14:00 +0000

One of the most popular causes of losing ground in a negotiation is lack of information. When you know the truth about something, you feel confident while discussing it. It shows in your way of talking, in a positive way that is guaranteed to impress the other party.
It is an important strategy to always have a back up plan. As they say, you should not put all your eggs in one basket. You should be asking yourself questions that start with how or what if? How can I sweeten the deal? How can I close the deal? What if the party likes this? What if they reject this? Try to come up with some alternatives that will help seal the deal.

Be Assertive

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:13:00 +0000

Have you ever been in a situation where you wanted to say something, but didn’t, in order to avoid having a row? Or perhaps you got so angry that you had a violent outburst and regretted communication would have helped. Powerful people combine strength and sensitivity.
Lack of assertiveness can affect your relationships and quality of life, as you fail to communicate effectively and end up not getting what you want. Family life, career prospects and stress levels can all be affected by lack of assertiveness.

Build on trust

noreply@blogger.com (jpvelasco) — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:13:00 +0000

Trust is the basis for our drive to contribute.
Trust may develop naturally and gradually over time, but negotiators rarely have the luxury letting nature take its course. Thus it sometimes seems easiest to play it safe with cautious deals involving few tradeoffs, few concessions, and little information-sharing between parties. But avoiding risk can mean missing out on significant and better opportunities. For this reason, fostering trust is a critical skill for managers.
Remember that slipped commitments do not necessarily mean false commitments. Handle slippage by building trust. Rather than be accusatory, ask “what happened?” in a neutral fashion, and mean it. Listen carefully, correct collaboratively, and choose alternative resources when necessary.