July 2010

All articles posted in July 2010.

Celebration of Light 2010 – Night 3

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 29, 2010 • In Pictures, Local
Mexico delights the crowds

Mexico delights the crowds

The beaches were packed as Mexico took the stage, err, barge, during the third evening of the Celebration of Light. The crowd cheered on a magnificent performance by Lux Pirotecnia that lit up English Bay.

This time I sat with a group of friends on the rocks by the inukshuk on the beach and was able to capture some truly spectacular pictures of the fireworks. Sadly, a few last minute stragglers blocked my friend (who has the better camera and full tripod), so she wasn’t able to take any photos.

There’s only one more night left to the Celebration of Light – a tribute to China, on Saturday, July 31st, 2010. Head down to English Bay to catch the last pyrotechnical show of the year over the water.

Raymond signs a new contract with the Canucks

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 26, 2010 • Hockey

Mason Raymond will be staying with the Vancouver Canucks for the next two years after signing a new contract with the team.

The left winger and the team were set to head to arbitration, but managed to agree on a two year deal at $5.1 million -  up substantially from his previous salary of $760,000.

Raymond, who is 24, scored 25 goals, made 28 assists and had a record 53 points over last season.

Source: News1130

Celebration of Light 2010 – Night 2

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 25, 2010 • In Pictures, Local
Spain lighting up the sky

Spain lighting up the sky

Spain put on an amazing show for the second night of the Celebration of Light fireworks festival. The evening was bathed in dazzling colours that lit up the darkened skies and wowed the crowds along English Bay.

If you missed the show, take a look at some of the photos taken from my spot on the sea wall. These turned out much better considering I used a mini tripod to help steady the camera.

Mexico will take to the skies next on Wednesday, July 28th, followed by China on Saturday, July 31st.

Sami Salo injured again

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 23, 2010 • Hockey

Vancouver Canucks defenceman Sami Salo has suffered from yet another injury, this time being a torn Achilles tendon. Salo had apparently been playing floor hockey in his native Finland when the injury occurred.

The Vancouver Canucks released this information earlier today, but offered no further details. It’s believed that Salo will remain off the for at least a few months.

Salo has only played 68 games with the team last season in between a multitude of injuries, which affected his leg, groin, MCL and face.

Source: Vancouver Sun

Limited edition Naruto Shippuden figure

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 21, 2010 • The Otaku Culture, Videos

Viz Media released a short video of a limited edition Naruto Shippuden figure at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. Only 1,000 of the Naruto Sage Mode figures are available, and can only be found in the convention. Check out the larger version of Naruto in the background too! Viz Media is located at booth #2813 in the San Diego Convention Center, so if you’re going, be sure to stop by to pay them a visit.

San Diego Comic-Con runs from Thursday, July 22nd, until Sunday, July 25th.

Naruto volume 49

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 20, 2010 • Manga
Naruto volume 49

Naruto volume 49

The five leaders of the hidden ninja villages all convene to decide how to handle the rising menace that is the Akatsuki. However, decisions are made which Naruto doesn’t know how to handle. Even worse, a new hokage takes over Konohagakure and issues a new order – one that doesn’t bode well for Naruto or Sasuke.

Volume 48 of the Naruto manga goes on sale October 5th, 2010 for 9.99 USD/$12.99 CAD.

Kinect pricing and bundles

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 20, 2010 • Gaming

Let the movement begin! Microsoft has announced the price of Kinect, the motion sensor add-on to the Xbox 360 console. Gamers can expect to pay $149.99 USD for Kinect, which includes a free game – Kinect Adventures, when it hits store shelves.

Don’t have an Xbox 360 yet? Kinect will also be bundled along with an updated Xbox 360 console including Kinect Adventures, for $299.99 USD. This new console will feature 4 GB of  internal flash memory as opposed to a hard drive and have built-in W-Fi for easier connectivity.

Kinect is scheduled for release on November 4th, 2010 in North America.

Source: IGN

Lou Piniella retiring after this season

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 20, 2010 • Baseball
Wrigley Field

Wrigley Field

Lou Piniella, the vocal manager of the Chicago Cubs, has announced his retirement the end of this season. Piniella has helped the Cubs to win National League titles back in 2007 and 2008.

Piniella joined Chicago in 2006 after leading the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Seattle Mariners, Cincinnati Reds and the New York Yankees. Upon retirement, Piniella will be the 14th winningest manager in the MLB.

Piniella had based his decision upon wanting to spend more time with his family.

Source: MSNBC

Peter Fernandez passes away

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 15, 2010 • Anime

The anime world lost a familiar voice today, as actor Peter Fernandez passed away from complications due to lung cancer.

Fernandez was best known for his role in the English version of Speed Racer as not only the titular character, but as Racer X and various other roles. Fernandez also lent his voice in other series, such as Astro Boy, Gigantor, Marine Boy, and Lupin III.

Fernandez was 83 years old.

Source: Anime News Network

Anime sale on iTunes

Frederick Linsmeyer • July 12, 2010 • Anime
Anime on iTunes

Anime on iTunes

Looking for digital anime downloads of your favourite series? If you have Apple iTunes, FUNimation is holding a small sale on select series until August 3rd, 2010. Popular selections include Fullmetal Alchemist, Ouran High School Host Club, Afro Samurai and Soul Eater just to name a few.

Visit http://www.itunes.com/anime to bring up iTunes and get a head start!

Source: FUNimation

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