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J.K. Rowling donates $15.4 million to MS Research (Multiple Sclerosis)



This is really nice of her I hope her money helps the cause.

"Author J.K. Rowling has donated $15.4 million to a multiple sclerosis research and treatment center at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.

The creator of the "Harry Potter" franchise says she hopes the clinic will become "a world center for excellence in the field of regenerative neurology."

Rowling's mother, Anne, died of complications related to MS at 45, before her daughter found literary fame. The currently incurable neurological disease can take many forms, ranging from relatively mild and manageable to progressive and debilitating. The center will also study Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases.

"I cannot think of anything more important, or of more lasting value, than to help the university attract world-class minds in the field on neuroregeneration, to build on its long and illustrious history of medical research and, ultimately, to seek a cure for a very Scottish disease," Rowling said in a statement Tuesday.

"Very Scottish disease" may refer to the fact that MS in more common in people from northern latitudes. The donation is the biggest charitable gift made by Rowling, who just turned 45 herself and is a longtime Edinburgh resident. Source: LA Times"
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Harry Potter - Deathly Hallows - Photos 2






MORE!! These are great, and they don't give away too much of the story!
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Universal's Harry Potter Park to Expand



YES! This is great, I plan on taking many pictures when I go. Then when the changes happen, I will show exclusive after photos!

"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure may be undergoing an expansion as soon as Summer 2012!

Apparently The Lost Continent area isn't very popular anymore and Harry Potter just might take over that region of the park within the next 2 to 3 years!

Source: Perez Hilton"
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Harry Potter - Deathly Hallows - Photos 1






When we get them so will you! Here are some stills from the upcoming Deathly Hallows! More photos to come!
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Deathly Hallows - Behind the Scenes Photos!

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Harry Potter - Deathly Hallows Part 1 - Video Game

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Harry Potter Pictures Emerge!

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LITERAL Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Trailer Parody HD

hahahahahaha, i am not one for Harry Potter parodies, but this one is great

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All About Ron Weasley

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Harry Potter - Deathly Hallows - Movie Poster



This is a great poster, it's also the main background on the official trailer site!

Official Deathly Hallows Site
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Mercedes-Benz India launches E Class Cabriolet, priced at Rs. 64.5 Lacs, Mercedes Cabriolet Convertible Photos, Images


German Luxury car maker Mercedes Benz its successful E Class in convertible version "Cabriolet" in the Indian market at a price tag of Rs. 64.5 Lakhs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class till date has sold over 12,700 units and the new E-Class has already sold 1268 vehicles between January to July 2010.

Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd. said,
“The E-Class Cabriolet heralds a new era of Open top motoring. The E-Class has seven offerings for the discerning customers who seek individuality, expression and dynamism through the cars they drive”


The top can be opened or closed with the touch of a button in 20 seconds flat – even while driving at speeds of up to 40 kmph. The E-Class E 350 Cabriolet sports a 3.5 litre engine delivering a powerful output of 272 hp and a torque of 355 N.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet Photos:


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Volkswagen announced Prices of Vento starts at Rs 6.99 Lakhs, delivery from 6th September 2010



Volkswagen India announced the prices of its much talked sedan "Vento" based on Polo on Thursday, 12th August, 2010. Volkswagen Vento will be launched in 3 petrol variants and 2 diesel variants. These will be the Trendline Petrol, Highline Petrol, Highline Petrol Automatic whilst the oil-burner’s will be the Trendline Diesel and Highline Diesel.

Volkswagen India claims that the Vento petrol has a fuel efficienty of 15.83kmpl for the 5-speed manual and 14.4kmpl for the 6-speed automatic gearbox variant and 20.54kmpl on the diesel.

The delivery of Volkswagen Vento will start from 6th September, 2010 from the 47 VW dealerships.

Volkswagen Vento Prices in India (all ex-showroom Delhi)

VW Vento Trendline Petrol - Rs. 6.99 Lacs
VW Vento Highline Petrol - Rs. 8.23 Lacs
VW Vento Highline Petrol Automatic - Rs. 9.21 Lacs
VW Vento Trendline Diesel - Rs. 7.99 Lacs
VW Vento Highline Diesel - Rs. 9.23 Lacs

With the introduction of Volkswagen Vento competition will be tight between market leader Honda City, Fiat Linea, Maruti-Suzuki SX4 and Hyundai Verna Transform.

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WoW #14: Please Ignore Vera Dietz, by A. S. King

---Is it okay to hate a dead kid?
---Even if I loved him once?
---Even if he was my best friend?
---Is it okay to hate him for being dead?


Vera's spent her whole life secretly in love with her best friend, Charlie Kahn. And over the years she's kept a lot of his secrets. Even after he betrayed her. Even after he ruined everything.

So when Charlie dies in dark circumstances, Vera knows a lot more than anyone—the kids at school, his family, or even the police. But will she emerge and clear his name? Does she even want to?

An edgy, gripping story, Please Ignore Vera Dietz is an unforgettable novel: smart, funny, dramatic, and always surprising.

(summary from as-king.com)
This sounds just awesome! I can't wait to read this! Go here to read an amazing excerpt of the novel.
Please Ignore Vera Dietz will be released on October 12th this year, in the US.


"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
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Maruti launches New Alto K10 priced at Rs. 3.19 Lakhs, New Alto K10 Photos, Images

India's largest car manufacturer Maruti-Suzuki launched their much awaited new version of their highest selling small car Alto K10 on 4th August. New Alto is longer by 125mm and comes with new K series engine and 2 version LXi and the VXi. New Alto K10 have been given a fresh look with a newly designed front and rear lights.

The Alto K10 sports a 5- Speed Manual Transmission with Cable Gear Shift. The car also has front power windows and a key reminder a Central Locking System in place. The ground clearance of the car too is 160 mm. The Alto K10 is BS-IV, E-10 and ELV compliant.

The new Alto K10 will be available in six colours – sunlight Copper, Fire Brick Red, Ecru Beige, Midnight Black, Superior White and Silky Silver.

All New Maruti-Suzuki Alto K10 Prices in India:

Alto K10 LXi - Rs. 3.19 Lakhs

Alto K10 VXi - Rs. 3.32 Lakhs

All New Maruti-Suzuki Alto K10 Exterior Photos:










All New Maruti-Suzuki Alto K10 Interior Photos:



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