The 47th Samurai

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In The 47th Samurai, Bob Lee Swagger, the gritty hero of Stephen Hunter's bestselling novels Point of Impact and Time to Hunt, returns in Hunter's most intense and exotic thriller to date...




Bob Lee Swagger and Philip Yano are bound together by a single moment at Iwo Jima, 1945, when their fathers, two brave fighters on opposite sides, met in the bloody and chaotic battle for the island. Only Earl Swagger survived.

More than sixty years later, Yano comes to America to honor the legacy of his heroic father by recovering the sword he used in the battle. His search has led him to Crazy Horse, Idaho, where Bob Lee, ex-marine and Vietnam veteran, has settled into a restless retirement and immediately pledges himself to Yano's quest.

Stephen Hunter (born March 25, 1946) is an American novelist, essayist, and Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic. He currently resides in Columbia, Maryland.

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Official Photos: Mitsubishi RVR Compact Crossover

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has decided to name its all-new compact crossover the RVR. This all-new compact crossover is planned for sequential release globally, and will be first released in Japan next spring.

The all-new RVR is a compact crossover that provides high environmental efficiency and has a compact body while providing ample utility space and high performance.


The RVR will be fitted with an all-new 1.8L MIVEC petrol engine, and will be approximately 4.3 meters in length, featuring high fuel efficiency via its lightweight compact body. With the RVR, MMC expands its crossover lineup, which already includes the full-size Pajero, and the mid-size Outlander.

This new compact crossover will be released globally, including North America, Europe, and Asian regions including China.

First tuned Tata Nano spotted

Carnation is a multi-brand car service outlet promoted by the ex-CEO of Maruti Udyog Mr. Jagdish Khattar. DC is a designer whose designs put star trek star ships to shame, but DC was not able to make his designs come in to a proper customer based market because of the lack of marketing and supply chain. That’s where Carnation & Kahttar come in. While DC provides the design Carnation takes care of the Sales. That’s what the carnation website calls “ The Artist meets the Enabler”


When Mr. Kattar addressed “Our endeavor is to create ‘experience destinations’ for our customers, a nationwide world-class car care backup network and warranty will provide customers the assurance that their beautifully customized cars are in good hands when they need to be serviced.”


Carnation and DC has collaborated this scheme in which customers can get their cars modified by the DC designed kits at a Carnation center. Currently kits are available for 4 models which include Toyota Innova, Honda City and Suzuki Swift. The Nano Job is currently under development and the kit will be available from next year.


While the City and Swift get the facial treatments, Innova undergoes by-pass surgery with completely reworked interiors which would easily be mistaken for a private jet cabin. With leather seats that recline to 150°, a privacy partition, a 19’’ LCD TV with optional Satellite TV, a Sound System with DVD player, a Beverages Chiller, Fold-out tables and ample leg room you would want to never reach your destination. The exteriors are reworked with accentuated bumpers and air ducts, easy-access platforms and aircraft styled roof module.
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The Sunday Movie

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Dell Laptop In colors

Dell Laptops in Colors

Laptop Coming In $99

Just when we thought the Black Friday rumors were not going any further in terms of Blockbuster-ish frenzy, Circuit City Stores, Inc. (NYSE:CC) will have a reported $99 laptop computer available on Black Friday. Actually, the system will be $299 after rebates -- possibly matching an offer by competitor Best Buy (NYSE:BBY) but priced above a rumored $199 laptop from Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT). The Circuit City laptop, however, will be just $99 after a customer signs up with Internet phone provider Vonage.

Circuit City's featured notebook will be a rather bland but functional Compaq system that features a Celeron processor from Intel rather than processors from Advanced Micro Devices, and it will also come with an optical drive that burns both DVDs and CDs -- not just CDs like the rumored Wal-Mart laptop (and that's a huge upgrade). The circuit City laptop will also come with 512MB of memory, a 15.4-inch screen and a 60GB hard drive.

Is Circuit City poised to have the "official" lowest Black Friday holiday price on a new laptop computer? The retailer currently sells the Compaq notebook for $499 as of today, and says that the computer ordinarily lists for $680. In order to get to the $299 price, Circuit City gives consumers a $280 instant rebate at the store and a coupon for a $100 mail-in rebate ($680-$380=$299). Sign up for Vonage in two weeks and get another $200 off. Where will you shop?

Acer Aspire IE-3218 - Dual Core E2180 2.0 GHz/945GC/1GB/320GB/DVDRW/Linux/19" TFT LCD/1 year

CODE: Aspire IE-3218

Market Price: Rs.29,500.00
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MODEL: Acer Aspire IE-3218 MICROPROCESSOR: Intel E2180 2.0 GHz CPU MOTHERBOARD: Intel 945GC Chipset VIDEO GRAPHICS: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, Upto 128MB MEMORY: 1GB DDR2 HARD DISK: 320 GB SERIAL ATA II Hard drive,300 MB/sec @ 7200 RPM OPERATING SYSTEM: Linux OPTICAL DRIVE: DVD RW NETWORKING: 10/100 LAN COMMUNICATION: - MEDIA READER: - AUDIO: Realtek 7.1 Channel Audio Support FRONT PORTS: 4 USB 2.0 port REAR PORTS: 4 USB 2.0 port, Ethernet (RJ-45) port Headphone and microphone jacks Line-in and line-out jacks VGA port 1 * Parallel port 1 * Serial port KEY BOARD & MOUSE: Acer PS/2 MM Keyboard & Optical Scroll Mouse WARRANTY: 1 Year Onsite Warranty 

Essen 2009: Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing 'Dragstar'

One of the most eye-catching vehicles to go on display at this week's 2009 Essen Motor Show is the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing 'Dragstar'. Inspired from the classic 1956 Mercedes sports car, the dragster was built in Switzerland and is driven by Stefan Winter. It features a fibreglass body and a 6.9-liter engine that produces 1,050bhp with power transferred to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic gearbox.






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Vintage Military Watches

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Benrus - near mint stainless steel signed one piece case (40mm diameter, [sterile back]) with serial number, fixed bars, rotating outer bezel, correct plain screw down crown with dash, originally waterproof to 150 meters, [another view]. near mint unsigned black dial with luminous markers, luminous hands & sweep seconds, correct crystal. 17 jewel signed full rotor automatic [movement] correct caliber GS1 D2, Hack setting, Rare Benrus Type I "Sterile" Aka the "CIA watch" presumably for covert operations with no markings indicating the country of origin, lovely example.


Glycine - near mint stainless steel signed round screw case w/ lock down rotating 24 hour bezel (36mm diameter), correct cross hatch pattern winding crown & plain (correct) lock down crown, another. near mint signed black dial with luminous Arabic numerals (original), sweep seconds, aperture for date at 3 o'clock. 17 jewel full rotor automatic (A.S. 1700/01, true 24hr movement, still hacks through a small hole at 24:00), Vietnam era favorite, early production - Glycine "Airman" with true 24 hour movement, still hacking (most of the hacking mechanisms on these watches are trashed).


Tudor - near mint stainless steel signed round screw back case with 1982 Marine Nationale (39mm, reference 94010, serial #937,582), Rolex signed crown, another, no evidence of ever having had a bracelet (these were generally used on diving boards). mint signed original black dial with rounds and trangular luminous markers, sweep seconds, heavy leather strap and [French Navy decommission papers] matching that of case serial number. 25 jewel signed full rotor automatic, hack set, ETA 2776, Rare black dial 1982 MN, issued by the French Navy in 1982 with decommissioning papers indicating it was retired from service in Sept. 1999 with easily the most military provenance of any Rolex product.


Alpina Kreigsmarine Military Watches Alpina - very good+ chrome and stainless steel signed round case (31mm, diameter, chrome mostly worn off), solid lug bars, plain crown, another. excellent signed silver dial (original) with painted black Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds. 15 jewel signed manual wind, Scarce Alpina WWII "Kreigsmarine" German Navy service watch with original dial. Relatively few examples of these survive.

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Lexus announced pricing for the LS 600h L

Lexus has now announced pricing for the LS 600h L, which starts at $108,800--a slight bump over last year’s $106,035 sticker. Note, an additional $875 delivery, processing and handling fee is also applicable.

Though some find the Lexus LS series a bit on the plain side for a flagship luxury sedan, there are also those that just can't get over its pleasing lines and high-tech tour de force.

Featuring several unique elements for its class, the Lexus LS range comes into 2010 model year packed with all the luxury amenities you could ever wish for, and none more so than the range-topping LS 600h L.


Optional goodies include more massage functions for the seats, stylish 10-spoke alloy wheels, and Lexus’ new bevy of telematics services such as Enform, Safety Connect, and Insider. A complimentary one-year trial subscriptions of Lexus Enform with Safety Connect are included on all purchases of the new LS 600h L.

For 2010, the Lexus flagship has been updated with revised 19-inch alloy wheels, bumpers, blue-tinted taillights, exhaust diffusers, and a new front grille. Also new are advanced front active headrests, side mirrors with integrated turn signals, standard Intuitive Park Assist with Advance Parking Guidance and Intelligent High-Beam.

Inside, there’s a driver's seat with auto slide-away, an LCD instrument cluster, Bluetooth connectivity, and a Cold Weather Package with a windshield de-icer, more effective heater and heavy-duty battery.


Pricing for the full 2010 Lexus LS range is listed below:

LS 460 - $$65,380
LS 460 AWD - $68,905
LS 460 L - $70,925
LS 460 L AWD - $74,450
LS 600h L AWD - $108,800

Note, an additional $875 delivery, processing and handling fee is also applicable.
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Abu Dhabi Police "F999" car showcased in Corniche amid jubilation [Video]

ADP GHQ showcased its exciting sports car "F999" for public view amid jubilation of the crowds. The event organized under the theme, Abu Dhabi Police keeps pace with F1 Race which will kick off on Friday at Yass Island in Abu Dhabi.

The celebration was organized by the Secretariat General of the Office of HH the Deputy prime Minister and Minister of Interior, represented by the Department of Technical Affairs and security media.

During the festival Lt. Colonel Mubarak bin Muheiroom, Director of Community Policing Department honored exemplary drivers for their safe driving and their adherence to traffic rules. Lt.Majed Abdul Kareem Al Marzouqi drove the F999 for the public view to show them the modalities of formula 1 race followed by the falcon bike to a spectacular show which gave the public great excitement.


History on show

The festival presented a spectacular show of the Abu Dhabi Police development through history. The show included the dress and means of transport during those eras.
"The unique Falcon" bike

Abu Dhabi Police also showcased its motor bike "The falcon" which was designed by Orange County Choppers to include a mixture of UAE heritage and modern international styles. Major Fayssal Al Shamari, Chairman of F1 media Committee stated that the aim of ADP participation in this event was to communicate with the youth, especially motor bikers and speed car lovers.

Community Policing Motor bike

A tent was set up at the festival to showcase electrically-operated motor bikes in use by the Community Policing Personnel. They were intended to enhance direct communication with the community members.

Abu Dhabi Police Music band

Abu Dhabi Police Music Band entertained the audience with charming pieces of music. According to Captain Ibrahim Abdul Rahman Ismaeel Al Hosani, Head of Music band Section at Abu Dhabi Police confirmed that their participation was to communicate with community in all its occasions and events. The Music band is used to participate in any police events and reception of UAE VIP visitors.


Children Talk

A number of children Ameera Ahmed Kayed, 13 expressed her admiration for the exciting car: F999". Riham Sharaf Al Deen was attracted by laser show. Rima and Noor Sameer were attracted by the shape of the car "F999". Mohammad Al Tameemi, 7 (UAE national) said Abu Dhabi Police was fantastic. He was attracted by the beauty of the whole show, especially the car "F999".


Persons with special need

Hajir Qasim Hijazi, 16 and her mother, from Lebanon, said the "F999" was the most beautiful racing car I had ever seen. According to her she was informed about the festival by their Center and that it was necessary to participate in the festival.

Student Mohammad Saeed Al Tai, 16, UAE national said: "Because I am very keen to attend, I am still wearing the Institute Uniform, so as not to miss any glimpse of the festival".
Source:Abu Dhabi Police

speedART presents the PS9 – based on the new Porsche Panamera

Power kits (just for Turbo engine):
Power kits with 520, 550, 600 and 650 hp up to 890 Nm consits of bigger turbo chargers and intercoolers (just 600 + 650 hp), sport exhaust with sound switch, sport catalysts, sport air filter and ECU update. The 650 hp car accelerates in 3.5 seconds from 0 – 62 mph and the top speed is over 200 mph.

Brakes:
Sport brake system with modular 380 mm discs and 6 piston brake calipers


Sound:
- sport exhaust systems; optional with sound switch control
- sport catalyst (OBD2-compliant) for impressive 8 cylinder sound and more power and torque
- different design twin tail pipes, polished or matt black


Aerodynamic:
fully CAD designed body kit consists of:
- front chin spoiler for more downforce with integrated brake cooling system
- engine hood air outlets
- rear diffuser for enhanced down force and a very sportive design
- rear bumper with air outlets on the side to give the back a racy look and to interrupt the big curves of the factory-provided back
- side skirts for a wide body look
- rear spoiler on rear bonnet for optimized downforce and an impressive styling


Wheels:
- speedART designed three-pieces forged wheel in 22" with 23" center star, type „LSC FORGED" in 9,5 + 11 x 22" with 265/35 and 305/25 ZR22" tyres, many colored versions available


Interior:
- upholstered sport steering wheel with F1-shift paddles (available in 340 mm and 365 mm with aluminium-, wood- or carbon inlays)
- real-carbon body trim in special colours
- colored stiches on door panels and seats (many colors availiable)
- instrument dial plates (many colors availiable)
- design floor mats
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Nava Helmets

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Alongside Boeri, which in a few years became one of the most important brands on a worldwide scale, and which now has two production plants covering a total of 15,000 square metres, there are also other companies investing in the sector.




A case in point is Nava, a company from Verderio, near Milan, which was set up in 1947 for the processing of thermoplastic materials, and which in the early 1970s also began to produce protective helmets.




Boeri had begun with leather, while Nava, 20 years later, immediately started production using polycarbonate, a relatively cheap and extremely resistant plastic material. In a few years the Nava research centre was set up, dedicated entirely to the development of new technologies for polycarbonate processing and moulding.




The first computerised systems for design and process control were introduced and, in 1975, the company decided to take part in the great adventure of motorcycle racing. The first step in this new marketing strategy was the sponsoring of a motocross team, followed by the move onto grand Prix racing. The great champions of the time, from Agostini to Ferrari and Graziano Rossi (the father of Valentino), wore Nava helmets when racing.




This was the consecration of their success and the inspiration for new research and innovation, from the construction of the first wraparound helmets, to the perfection of aeration and rapid closing systems which contributed to the spread of Italian helmets on all the European and world markets.

All pictures courtesy of Oscar by Alpinestars


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