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Congratulations, Manu!

Congrats to San Antonio Spurs guard, Manu Ginobili, for being named the NBA’s best sixth man for 2007-08 season.Ginobili received 615 out of a possible 620 points, including 123 of a possible 124 first-place votes, from a panel of 124 sportswriters and broadcasters throughout the United States and Canada. Leandro Barbosa of the Phoenix Suns SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Congratulations, Manu!", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/04/21/congratulations-manu/" });Congrats to San Antonio Spurs guard, Manu Ginobili, for being named the NBA’s best sixth man for 2007-08 season.

Ginobili received 615 out of a possible 620 points, including 123 of a possible 124 first-place votes, from a panel of 124 sportswriters and broadcasters throughout the United States and Canada. Leandro Barbosa of the Phoenix Suns finished second with 283 points and Jason Terry of the Dallas Mavericks finished third with 44 points.

In order to be eligible for this award, players had to have come off the bench in more games than they started. Players were awarded five points for each first-place vote, three points for each second-place vote and one point for each third-place vote.

Courtesy, APWhat I want to know is who’s the clown that didn’t vote for Manu. Seriously? I mean…I don’t want to take anything away from Leandro Barbosa. The guy is definitely lights out. But Manu clearly had the strongest argument. His efforts are clearly missed on the court when he’s injured. And he led all Spurs scorers with a career-high 19.5 points per game.

So, I went searching through pages and pages on the Internet to see if I could find the culprit. All I could find is this page published on April 15, 2008 on ESPN.com of NBA award picks. ESPNmag writer, Chris Palmer, chose Leandro Barbosa. I thought graduating from Howard University implied intelligence. C’mon, CP. (Ok, I admit…I’m biased. But I think my contention is valid…right?) I definitely figured CP would pick Manu for his Xtreme Sports-like play on the court (Chris also covers extreme sports for ESPN).

Anyway congrats again, Manu!

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Source || Under Business by Marker - 2 months ago


Toshiba 37AV500U — An Impressive 37″ LCD HDTV

If you’re looking for a straight forward, no nonsense TV…this is it. I’m an “open box” junkie. So when I noticed the price on this TV, I thought for sure it was included in that category. But the 37AV500U is a new TV, not ready for the OB shelf.Toshiba 37AV500U: not just a pretty faceBefore SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Toshiba 37AV500U — An Impressive 37″ LCD HDTV", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/04/20/toshiba-37av500u-an-impressive-37-lcd-hdtv/" });If you’re looking for a straight forward, no nonsense TV…this is it. I’m an “open box” junkie. So when I noticed the price on this TV, I thought for sure it was included in that category. But the 37AV500U is a new TV, not ready for the OB shelf.

Toshiba 37AV500U: not just a pretty faceBefore purchasing a TV, I like to see them in action…side by side…mano a mano. I compared this one to a 37″ Regza and a 37″ LG (both also new). The Regza was about $100 more and the only difference I could find was an extra HDMI slot. The LG was also impressive, but it was almost $300 more.

Aside from being aesthetically pleasing with its glossy black thin bezel, the Toshiba’s picture is sharp…crisp. Black screens are black instead of gray. And you’d never know it was only 720p without reading it on the specs first. But given that it’s only 37 inches, the resolution is sufficient. So far, I’ve watched everything from CNBC (moving tickers) to movies to San Antonio Spurs games…all in HD. Videophiles worried about response times and lag commonly associated with LCDs will be pleased (I’m using the HDMI connection). And the SD channels actually come through really nice compared to other HDTVs. Finally, the SoundStrip speakers actually provide clear and rich sound up to a certain volume. I expected it to sound like an alarm clock. But for a home theater setup, you’ll want to add speakers.

I’d rate this TV is a solid 8.0 out of 10.0. What the Toshiba 37AV500U does lack in features, it definitely makes up for in picture quality and overall value! Like I said…this TV is easy to use, easy to hook up, and easy on the eyes!

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Source || Under Business by Skrishnasantosh - 2 months ago


New Video Feature

I invite you to check out the new video feature on DERRICH.com. It’s located over on the sidebar, and it includes the last 5 videos shown on the site. And given the frequency with which I’ve been posting lately, this is your key to entertainment when visiting the blog. If you have a video you SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "New Video Feature", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/04/16/new-video-feature/" });I invite you to check out the new video feature on DERRICH.com. It’s located over on the sidebar, and it includes the last 5 videos shown on the site. And given the frequency with which I’ve been posting lately, this is your key to entertainment when visiting the blog. If you have a video you think I should include, don’t hesitate to send it to me!

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Source || Under Business by Gajatheking - 2 months ago


Be Kind. Review Within 24 Hours!

Are you kidding me? Apparently I’m a little behind the curve on this news. Last night, my DIRECTV DVR list included a message regarding the recording of Pay Per View movies to my DVR. The message reads as follows:Effective April 15, 2008, DVR recordings of PPV movies will be available for 24 hours of unlimited SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Be Kind. Review Within 24 Hours!", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/04/09/be-kind-review-within-24-hours/" });Are you kidding me? Apparently I’m a little behind the curve on this news. Last night, my DIRECTV DVR list included a message regarding the recording of Pay Per View movies to my DVR. The message reads as follows:

Effective April 15, 2008, DVR recordings of PPV movies will be available for 24 hours of unlimited viewing after purchase. Major movie studios have required that satellite and cable providers alike may no longer allow their customers to view these recordings for longer than 24 hours. During the 24 hour viewing period, you will continue to enjoy all of your DVR features such as pause and rewind.

Um. Why on earth would anyone purchase a movie and record it to their DVR when in the same timeframe, they could hit up Blockbuster Online or Netflix for a movie…and then keep that movie for days without late fees? Luckily the movies I have stored on my DVR already won’t be deleted.

I can see it now. No more fast forwarding through commercials.

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Source || Under Business by Gajatheking - 2 months ago
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That Just Happened — A-Rod Attacked By Hawk At Fenway Park

Could it be a sign of what’s to come? Some may think that it’s no coincidence that Alexa Rodriguez, a 13-year-old girl, was attacked by a red-tailed hawk at Fenway Park yesterday. Many fans are releaved that it wasn’t a girl named Dereka Jeter or Alberta Pooholes.So your tax refund was a little lower than SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "That Just Happened — A-Rod Attacked By Hawk At Fenway Park", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/04/04/that-just-happened-a-rod-attacked-by-hawk-at-fenway-park/" });

Could it be a sign of what’s to come? Some may think that it’s no coincidence that Alexa Rodriguez, a 13-year-old girl, was attacked by a red-tailed hawk at Fenway Park yesterday. Many fans are releaved that it wasn’t a girl named Dereka Jeter or Alberta Pooholes.

So your tax refund was a little lower than expected? Can’t wait for that stimulus check? Try MissingMoney.com. The website developed by the ACS Unclaimed Property Clearinghouse will search its database for unclaimed property including bank accounts and safe deposit box contents, stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and dividends, uncashed checks and wages, insurance policies, CD’s, trust funds, utility deposits, and escrow accounts. Before you hire Russell & Tate to git yo’ money, try this site.

Regardless of how you look at it — 4 years too early or 6 years too late — the New Kids On The Block are back. They appeared on the Today Show this morning reunited for the first time in 14 years. The band will return to TODAY on May 16 to perform their first live concert since 1994 as part of TODAY’s summer concert series on the Plaza. I can see it now…new video introduced by Kennedy and Bill Bellamy.

The Final Four descends upon San Antonio once again. Festivities begin today, games begin tomorrow. With four #1 teams, this city is gonna be a madhouse. I can’t wait! Aside from visiting my bar, RETOX, and the Alamo, I created a things to do in San Antonio list for you tourists. My only amendment to the list for downtown sports bar is The Ticket. Go there. And when it gets packed, come to RETOX. See a schedule of events for the NCAA® Final Four® in San Antonio.

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Source || Under Business by Iread - 3 months ago


In Memoriam: Nathan Alden Robinson Remembered On The Office

To get ready for the new episodes of The Office, which airs next Thursday, I watched the mini marathon of the show tonight. It included the last few episodes from the last season. The show threw a refreshing curveball into the credits: a YouTube-ish video of some kid playing the show’s theme song. So I SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "In Memoriam: Nathan Alden Robinson Remembered On The Office", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/04/03/in-memoriam-nathan-alden-robinson-remembered-on-the-office/" });To get ready for the new episodes of The Office, which airs next Thursday, I watched the mini marathon of the show tonight. It included the last few episodes from the last season. The show threw a refreshing curveball into the credits: a YouTube-ish video of some kid playing the show’s theme song. So I searched for it.

The kid in the video is 15-year-old Nathan Alden Robinson. We share at least one thing in common — his first instrument was the piano. Actually two things. He was a fan of The Office. According to his obituary in the Boston Globe, Nathan and a friend were discussing the show. One thing led to another, and Nathan was playing the theme song…and here’s the video:



…and to think my contribution to the show was only the best spoof of The Office on YouTube. Nathan passed away in March as a result of methicillin-resistant Staph, pneumonia, and flu. Thank you for sharing with us, Nathan.

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Source || Under Business by Iread - 3 months ago


Bear Stearns Takes It In The Vault After Conference Call

Bear Stearns president and CEO, Alan Schwartz, was recently noted as saying that the “liquidity position has not changed at all” on a recent CNBC appearance. The reaction to the rumors about the firm’s liquidity and ability to fund its business came only a day after the resignation of Bear Stearns SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Bear Stearns Takes It In The Vault After Conference Call", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/03/14/bear-stearns-takes-it-in-the-vault-after-conference-call/" });Bear Stearns president and CEO, Alan Schwartz, was recently noted as saying that the “liquidity position has not changed at all” on a recent CNBC appearance. The reaction to the rumors about the firm’s liquidity and ability to fund its business came only a day after the resignation of Bear Stearns Director, Henry S. Bienen.

The stock has been down by over 40% today, and it’s taking everyone down with it. During the conference call, one Bear Stearns executive discussed the reaction of its clients to the rumors.

A lot of people acted to protect themselves from the possibility of the rumors being true. The concerns on the part of counterparties, on the part of customers and lenders got to the point where a lot of people wanted to get cash out.

The Bear Stearns Companies, Inc. Conference Call

More than half the value of Bear Stearns, about $8.9 billion, was wiped out over the last 3 months…about $6 billion in the blink of an eye today. The market obviously reacting to the New York Fed bailout.

JPMorgan is providing secured funding to Bear Stearns for 28 days, and those loans will in essence be insured by the Federal Reserve. Schwartz said this move will help “restore confidence in us in the marketplace, strengthen our liquidity and allow us to continue normal operations.” Many market experts believe Bear Stearns will be purchased within the next few days either by JPMorgan or some other bank…or by a foreign entity, which is least likely.

Jimmy Eats Wad
Jimmy Cayne, Bear Stearns Chairman, blew his wad of cash (on paper) after today’s tumble. Check this out.


Date$ Per ShareValueJan 12, 2007$171.51$992 millionMarch 14, 2008$30.00$166 million
I guess losing $800 million bucks on paper would suck. Heck, I’ll take his $166 million if he doesn’t want it.

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Source || Under Business by Swooningmac - 3 months ago


Now This Is Happening — New York Buys Eli A New Carr, Gets A New Gov

Well, the prostitute mentioned as “Kristen” in a federal affadivit as giving former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer sexy time has been revealed. Courtesy of MySpace.comAshley Alexandra Dupre (born Ashley Youmans), 22, is also an aspiring R&B singer…according to her MySpace. In her own words, she’s been through tough times.I live in New York and SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Now This Is Happening — New York Buys Eli A New Carr, Gets A New Gov", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/03/12/now-this-is-happening-new-york-buys-eli-a-new-carr-gets-a-new-gov/" });

Well, the prostitute mentioned as “Kristen” in a federal affadivit as giving former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer sexy time has been revealed.


Courtesy of MySpace.com

Ashley Alexandra Dupre (born Ashley Youmans), 22, is also an aspiring R&B singer…according to her MySpace. In her own words, she’s been through tough times.

I live in New York and am on top of the world. Been here since 2004 and I love this city, I love my life here. But, my path has not been easy. When I was 17, I left home. It was my decision and I’ve never looked back. Left my hometown. Left a broken family. Left abuse. Left an older brother who had already split. Left and learned what it was like to have everything, and lose it, again and again. Learned what it was like to wake up one day and have the people you care about most gone. I have been alone. I have abused drugs. I have been broke and homeless. But, I survived, on my own. I am here, in NY because of my music.

Looks like she’s got a bunch of support looking at her MySpace comments. Good thing. Right about now, E Spit has been relegated to the doghouse.

As hard as it is for me to even acknowledge ESPN’s John Clayton’s proficiency in the goings on of the NFL, I do. I admit it. He knows what he’s talking about most of the time even though his Skolnick appearance can be deceiving. Yesterday, he offered his Top 10 free-agent gambles. And just when I thought the No. 1 overall pick of 2002 was done for, David Carr rears his Harrington-like head around the corner in New York. I can’t believe I’m saying that. I used to be a huge fan. Now, I can’t imagine him even taking the job of my favorite overweight QB as he finally get his chance in the NFL. Oh wait. There’s still one in Oakland. Whew.

Um…raise your hand if you knew there was another Hulk movie coming out. Seriously, I’ve really been slacking. Normally, I’m on top of this info. if you haven’t already seen it, check out the The Incredible Hulk trailer. Another example of Ed Norton’s range as an actor. He can even turn into a CGI monster.



The Rockets won again. That’s 20! Are you shidding me?

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Source || Under Business by Dotrock - 3 months ago


San Antonio Is Crazy About Cornhole

I’m sure you’re wondering what the h3LL it is I’m talking about. Cornhole! You know…the game. In Texas, we know a game called washers…played in every backyard BBQ, tailgate, and college fraternity house in the Great State.What Is It?Well thanks to Incredible Technologies, the creators of the ever-popular Golden Tee, their latest video game BAGS SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "San Antonio Is Crazy About Cornhole", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/03/07/san-antonio-is-crazy-about-cornhole/" });I’m sure you’re wondering what the h3LL it is I’m talking about. Cornhole! You know…the game. In Texas, we know a game called washers…played in every backyard BBQ, tailgate, and college fraternity house in the Great State.

What Is It?
Well thanks to Incredible Technologies, the creators of the ever-popular Golden Tee, their latest video game BAGS is sweeping the nation. The game is based on midwestern sensation, Cornhole. The premise is similar to horseshoes…toss a bag filled with corn at a hole in a platform about 30 ft away.

Where Can I Play?
We’ve decided to start hosting Cornhole matches at RETOX on Sundays. My brother and I built some boards this week, stocked up on some bags…and we’re ready to rumble! You can find out where to play cornhole in your city on one of these Cornhole Forums: CornholePlayers.net and CornholeParty.com.



Cornhole In The Media
During a recent interview, Stephen Colbert talks to Congressman Zack Space about Cornhole.



American Cornhole Organization is an outfit dedicated to promoting this pastime across the globe. They manufacture products, organize leagues and tournaments, and promoting the sport through various entertainment channels (TV, movies, viral, celebrity, etc) via its brand.



Of course, there’s also a movie. An indie so far, but don’t be surprised to see this one make the big screen. It’s about time for “the next dodgeball”. Go check it out at CornholeTheMovie.com.

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Source || Under Business by Marker - 3 months ago


Brett Favre Emotional Press Conference

Just a short while ago, Brett Favre held a press conference in which he delivered an emotional, tear-filled statement about why he’s leaving the game of football.I’ve given everything I could possibly give…to the game of football. And I don’t think I’ve got anything left to give. And that’s it.I think his performance day in SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Brett Favre Emotional Press Conference", url: "http://www.derrich.com/2008/03/06/brett-favre-emotional-press-conference/" });Just a short while ago, Brett Favre held a press conference in which he delivered an emotional, tear-filled statement about why he’s leaving the game of football.

I’ve given everything I could possibly give…to the game of football. And I don’t think I’ve got anything left to give. And that’s it.

I think his performance day in and day out speak for themselves. For me, the most memorable game was the game against Oakland in 2003 the day after his father passed away. He lit up the Raiders…passing for 399 yards and 4 TDs in honor of his late father. Anyway, he’ll surely be missed. But we’ll no doubt see him in Canton soon.



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Source || Under Business by Iread - 3 months ago


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