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The Mummy series, obviously derived from the Indiana Jones franchise, returns for the third time with The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (Aug. 1), starring Brendan Fraser as an archeologist fighting demons in China, with Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh. (Globe and Mail)
'Chinese Democracy' just what Dr. Pepper ordered Mar 28, 2008
I'm going to use mine to buy a pet penguin and name it Emperor Waddles. What I'm really waiting for is something I'm calling an "economic stimulant," in the form of a free can of Dr. Pepper. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
No Sex in the City Mar 27, 2008
Fionna put down your bible and read up on Emperor Constantine, the ruler of the same roman empire that hung jesus christ. He eventually chose christianity because it was the only religion that would forgive him for the dirty deeds he committed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Living in La-La Land: Mary Ann & Eliot Mar 15, 2008
The part I can never understand is the standing there beside him, in this case admitting to being customer number nine for the Emperor s Club V.I.P.. He apologized and then said he needed to repair his relationship with his family and decide what s best for the state. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Earth Crisis Want To 'Nurture' Hardcore Scene; Plus Metallica, Black Dahlia Murder & More News That Rules, In Metal File Mar 15, 2008
" ... We here at Metal File don't usually go the "blind item" route, usually because it drives us mad when other news organizations do it. But we've heard a rumor that's too good to pass up and we can't be more specific than that. Let's just say one of the country's best-known metal acts looks to be parting ways with its major label and plans to return to its original label home in the next few months. We'll keep you posted and bring you more as it's made official. ... The dates for this year's... (VHI.com -- Music News)
The Dark Genre of Black Metal Mar 9, 2008
Contemporary black metal can range from the dirty old school sound of a band like Darkthrone to the highly sophisticated, keyboard driven melodies of the later Emperor releases ... Other significant bands to emerge at this time were Burzum (with Varg at the helm from prison), Emperor, Marduk, Dimmu Borgir, Dissection and Ulver. (Suite101.com)
Blind Melon renewed? Mar 4, 2008
In the early 90s, this was like knowing the emperor during the Ming Dynasty, and when Hoon showed up on the GN'R video "Don't Cry," the labels were panting. Thorn was recruited by Smith, whom he'd met at an audition. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Letters to the Editor - 2/29/2008 Mar 1, 2008
Last modified Thursday, February 28, 2008 8:16 PM PST. So, and , but who is this Ron Paul guy. (North County Times)
The Force... Feb 8, 2008
" Players control Darth Vader's secret apprentice, a youngster Vader "has trained in the Dark Side and is teaching him to help him hunt down the last of the Jedi and ultimately to overthrow the Emperor". While you are scouring the galaxy for Jedi you must keep your existence secret from the Emperor, which means no survivors. "For us at LucasArts, story and character are of paramount importance. We really wanted to craft an epic story built around a strong central theme," says Mr Blackman. After... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Mary J. Blige, Lupe Fiasco have new CDs Jan 6, 2008
Working with the Emperor String Quartet and the BBC Concert Orchestra, the compositions from the Radiohead guitarist are the stuff of horror films, and never let the viewer get too comfortable with whats on the screen. On record, the score is just as unsettling and no less gripping. (MSNBC -- Music)
* [ EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT ] Dec 28, 2007
Originally the library was the site of the Kangxi emperor's (1662-1722) daily activities and studies and contained many books and other treasures belonging to the emperor. National Palace Museum at 221, Zhishan Rd Sec 2, Shilin Dist, Taipei City (x_hLGq221). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Albert: Istanbul Talk Dec 26, 2007
And he immediately understood that the US, as the big emperor of the world, when some country disobeys, has to punish it. Of course if he had been a PhD in political science, journalism, or economics in the US, he wouldnt have understood any of it. (Zmag.org)
Auctions offer touch of fame Dec 2, 2007
When Napoleon III became emperor of France in the 1800s, he was said to have sat on a throne that once contained the bones of 9th-century French hero Charlemagne -- just so he could park himself next to greatness. For many years, says UCLA sociologist David Halle, people took pride in collecting things like books previously owned by scholars and intellectuals. (CNN -- International)
Auction Features Ozzy Osbourne's Household Hand-Me-Downs Nov 30, 2007
When Napoleon III became emperor of France in the 1800s, he was said to have sat on a throne that once contained the bones of 9th century French hero Charlemagne -- just so he could park himself next to greatness. For many years, says UCLA sociologist David Halle, people took pride in collecting things like books previously owned by scholars and intellectuals. (NBC4.tv, CA)
We're sorry we forgot all of these Nov 23, 2007
Emperor Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk (1997) It isn't radio friendly, or even ear friendly, but it is one of the defining albums of black metal. It has genuinely evil-sounding guitars, inhumanly fast drumming, orchestral backing and brilliant rasping vocals. (Guardian Unlimited)
Gaming confessions Nov 20, 2007
I'm so close to the end of Ninja Gaiden Sigma, but I just can't get past the emperor. I've only played Guitar Hero once, and I got pwnd by a twelve year old. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Infotainment Nov 12, 2007
Roman Emperor Caligula made his horse a senator. There are 333 toilet paper squares on a toilet paper roll. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Charlie Brooker's screen burn Nov 5, 2007
Still, I'd rather be ruled by Emperor GX4000 and his army of USB-compatible stormtroopers than, say, David Cameron. So it's not all bad. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction review (PS3) Oct 31, 2007
The overall story of the game begins with the destruction of Metropolis, the city featured heavily in the previous games; Emperor Tachyon and his endless army are hunting for the last remaining Lombax in the universe, Ratchet (thats you a bipedal cat like creature). Through your escape and further travels, the story keeps the gameplay going and is very well written with jokes and seemingly innocuous plot devices thrown in to keep you playing on. (Boomtown)
King Diamond's Ultimate Torture: A Herniated Disc; Plus Zyklon & More News That Rules, In Metal File Oct 27, 2007
"[We all] have multiple commitments on different fronts, thus it's often hard for all the [logistical] and practical things to work. This situation has especially come more into focus in the last year or so, where it has become harder and harder to get the band together when needed, with the spirit and excitement that one expects from a band like this. Basically, I don't feel that we as a band have the fire needed to start working on a new album right now. Therefore Zyklon are taking a break."... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Arch Enemy Guitarist Might Dust Off Carcass; Plus The Minor Times & More News That Rules, In Metal File Sep 28, 2007
But I just remember that speech, where [actor Malcolm McDowell, as Emperor Gaius Germanicus Caesar is] kind of telling the Senate that he's more than a mere human being he's a god. That's the ultimate megalomaniac, right. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Film weekly in Venice Sep 9, 2007
My tip of the week: The Emperor Jones at the National Theatre. Thea Sharrock's production of Eugene O'Neill's play is thought-provoking and, more importantly, heart-poundingly exciting. (The Observer)
Why protest? Sep 4, 2007
I plan to protest, but in a more private manner, I intend to protest by voting 1, for Labour at the next federal election, I consider APEC nothing more than a last hurruh for "Australia's Little Emperor" and his band of buddies, hope he and his mates enjoy themselves ... It wouldn't matter even if the protests were guaranteed to be peaceful, the Little Aussie Emperor would still do everything in his power to silence any dissenters ... " - for what? I bet those who you call "useless" have more... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
The Roman Legionary in Britain Jul 12, 2007
By the invasion of Emperor Drusus this had likely been replaced by the shorter, classic Roman sword (40-56cm in length). The sword was the primary fighting weapon of the Legionary and was usually used to thrust at exposed areas of the enemy. (Suite101.com)
Glenn Danzig Calls New LP 'A Pain In The Butt'; Plus Dillinger Escape Plan And More News That Rules, In Metal File Jun 15, 2007
Emperor fans take note: On August 21, Candlelight will re-release some of the band's classic LPs in the form of limited-edition box sets. The sets will feature a digipak CD with CD-ROM extras, a double-sided poster boasting previously unseen photos and an interview booklet. (VHI.com -- Music News)
CD REVIEW: Bergraven just depressing enough on 'Dodsvisioner' Jun 13, 2007
Emperor having its albums reissued on Century Media was considered a huge move before the new millennium -- and this was before the label had Lacuna Coil plastered across the many TVs at Target. Now, Watain and Nachtmystium get write-ups in Pitchfork, Ureghal can be bought at Barnes & Noble, and Hydra Head, run by Isis (a. (U-Wire.com)
As I Lay Dying Get Sick Of Metalcore; Plus Candlemass & More News That Rules, In Metal File Jun 1, 2007
" As I Lay Dying plan to spend all of August on the road as part of this summer's Warped Tour. A headlining tour is in the works for late October. The rest of the week's metal news: The Emperor reunion may be over at the end of the month, but the band's frontman, Ihsahn, will continue to push musical boundaries with his other projects. His latest is Hardingrock, a collaboration with Star of Ash (ex-Peccatum member Heidi S. Tveitan, a.k.a. Ihriel) and Norwegian folk artist Knut Buen. The band's... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Tribute to lost builders' lives May 28, 2007
A famous Emperor commanded his chief metalsmith to make a fabulously large bell. Cast after cast was made, but the metal would not set perfectly. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Metal File: Sci-Fi Video, Summer Tour In Fu Manchu's 'Stache May 4, 2007
" The rest of the week's metal news: Black-metal legends Emperor, who toured the U.S. last summer without guitarist Samoth (he couldn't get into the country because of visa issues) will return with their complete lineup for three final North American reunion shows: May 30 in Chicago, June 1 in New York and June 3 in Los Angeles. "The visa problems last year were a bummer," Samoth said. "Even though the U.S. dates last year were a success with massive support from our ever-loyal fanbase, we felt... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Japan's love affairs with sex Apr 30, 2007
The legend is that the first asobi were eight princesses dispatched to the various regions by the ninth-century Emperor Koko. A more plausible theory, says Goodwin, has their role evolving from that of female shamans. (News on Japan, Japan)
The return of Zhang's empress Apr 20, 2007
The climax has tens of thousands of rebels pouring into the imperial courtyard intent on overthrowing the emperor ... "In an autocratic society and system, all power belongs to the emperor," Gong says ... "No other power can shake it. I think the emperor makes that point clear in the film. Director Zhang hasn't spelled it out in public himself, but that's the implicit meaning.". (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Nation's largest Latino arts, culture museum debuts Apr 15, 2007
Other exhibits include pre-Columbian vessels from Peru, an emerald ring that belonged to Mexican Emperor Maximilian and a pearl and gem necklace designed by Paloma Picasso. Those pieces are on loan from the Smithsonian. (North County Times)
Largest U.S. Latino culture museum opens Apr 13, 2007
From pre-Columbian to PicassoOther exhibits include pre-Columbian vessels from Peru, an emerald ring that belonged to Mexican Emperor Maximilian and a pearl and gem necklace designed by Paloma Picasso. Those pieces are on loan from the Smithsonian. (MSNBC -- Race)
Metal File: Daath, Behemoth, Yakuza & More News That Rules Mar 30, 2007
"Our only scheduled performance at the moment is the recently added Emperor reunion show on June 3 at the Key Club in [West] Hollywood [California]," the band wrote on its Web site. "We feel very privileged to be supporting such a legendary entity and hope you will come out and show your support for some black/death-metal art." Abysmal Dawn's debut, From Ashes, came out in 2006. (VHI.com -- Music News)
A short trip through India Mar 26, 2007
Humayun's Tomb, a serene, enormous red sandstone monument in New Delhi, is dedicated to the second of India's Mughal emperors ... The gardens are convenient to sites like Humayun's Tomb, a serene, enormous red sandstone monument dedicated to the second of India's Mughal emperors, who lost an empire, recaptured it and died in 1556 in an unlucky tumble down a staircase ... The crowded, narrow lanes of the neighborhood surrounding the shrine are only a warm-up for a visit to Shahjahanabad, the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Concerns in PNG over gold mine toxins Mar 15, 2007
The survey findings reported this week in PNG newspapers have prompted the provincial government to consider taking out a court injunction to halt the operations of the Tolukuma Gold Mine run by Emperor Mines ... Provincial administrator Raphael Yipmaramba accused Emperor Mines of stalling over the planned review of the memorandum of understanding for the mine's operation, saying the company hoped Governor Moroi would be removed from office in elections ... Emperor's major shareholder is the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Older country stars say they are being pushed offstage at the Grand Ole Opry Mar 9, 2007
The popular wife of Emperor Akihito, Michiko was the first commoner to marry into the world's oldest hereditary monarchy. The palace announced earlier this week she is undergoing treatment for intestinal bleeding and other stress-related ailments. (North County Times)
John Anderson: Money talks Feb 23, 2007
"Epics are another matter. One can only conjecture, Dergarabedian said, how much money Dreamgirls has lost by - some would say shockingly - not being nominated for a best picture Oscar. The last musical to win, Chicago in 2002, had $63.8m going into the Oscar race; post-win, it made another $106.8m. The last gladiator movie to win - Gladiator - opened in May of 2000, so the effect of its Oscar is harder to determine. Suffice to say, the Ridley Scott film, which also won phone-throwing Russell... (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
The Force (will be) Unleashed in November Feb 15, 2007
Tune in at 4pm PST for our live show. UPDATE] LucasArts makes it official with Web destination dating, detailing new Star Wars game, which casts players as Darth Vader's apprentice; DS, PS2, and PSP versions also planned. (GameSpot)
Report: At New OZZFEST, Freedom Ain't Free - Feb. 7, 2007 Feb 8, 2007
this year's Ozzfest lineup includes: Slayer, Cannibal Corpse, Emperor, Enslaved, Primal Fear, Helstar, Manowar, Mayhem, Six feet Under, Avulsed, Gorefest, In Flames, Immortal, and the Dead Musicians Virtual Band (feat. Bon Scott, Randy Rhodes, Cliff Burton, and Eric Carr). (Blabbermouth.net)
Wife, daughter of 'Crocodile Hunter' discuss life on the wild side Jan 20, 2007
"Peppa said the ceremony will be held in honor of Zeus, king of the ancient gods, but did not give other details. The daily Ethnos newspaper, citing the group's application to the Culture Ministry to use the site, said the 90-minute event would include hymns, dancers, torchbearers, and worshippers in ancient costumes.Greece's archaic religion is believed to have several hundred official followers, mainly middle-aged and elderly academics, lawyers and other professionals. They typically share a... (North County Times)
Metal File: Lordi, Emperor, Knut, Vital Remains & More News That Rules Jan 19, 2007
com : News : Metal File: Lordi, Emperor, Knut, Vital Remains News That Rules ... Metal File: Lordi, Emperor, Knut, Vital Remains & More News That Rules Frontman says he hadn't heard of Gwar before coming up with monster-costume idea ... Norwegian black-metal legends Emperor will return to the U.S. for three shows this spring. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Today in History - Jan. 18 Jan 18, 2007
In 1871, William I of Prussia was proclaimed German Emperor (which was not the same thing as Emperor of Germany) in Versailles, France. In 1919, the Paris Peace Conference, held to negotiate peace treaties ending World War I, opened in Versailles, France. (MSNBC -- Race)
Two dead after strong storms rip path from southern Louisiana to Georgia Jan 7, 2007
After all, it's just regaining earlier glories: the 12th-century Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa of the Hohenstaufen dynasty built a residence in Gelnhausen, making it a center of sorts for the Hohenstaufen empire. On a rainy January afternoon, the town didn't seem to be in the center of anything, pretty and sleepy with its ancient church steeples, half-timbered houses and quiet cobblestone streets. (North County Times)
