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Gears Of War (Xbox 360)

Every video game gives you the option to save the world from mass destruction at the hands of some alien life...in comes Gears Of War, with that exact same story line, except this isn't your grand daddy's rifle your equipped with.

Former war hero, Marcus Fenix takes the always strenuous job of saving the world, alongside his fire team, who thanks to new technology called Unreal Engine 3,provide more human-like characters and surroundings. Every detail is on point, even the slightest items are colorfully defined.

Not only is the game play intense and in your face, the new look and feel of next generation gaming begins with Gears Of War. Enemies and Allies alike are smarter and spontaneous, no more computerized dummies. Gears Of War also takes Xbox Live to the next level. Gamers will be able to experience individualized matchmaking, view player statistics, earn player achievements, customize their games, and build and personalize their gamer profiles.


Verdict: MUST BUY!

I couldn't resist not posting the commercial for Gears Of War...the song is too catchy.

New York City has art and talent oozing through the concrete.

The Pond at Bryant Park is open for the holiday season. This Year the 170' x 100' rink features free admission ice skating, in addition to high quality rental skates, skating lessons, skating shows, special events and activities, all presented by Citi bank.

Public skating hours: (All hours weather permitting)

Sunday–Thursday
8:00am–10:00pm

Friday & Saturday
8:00am–Midnight

Pricing:
Admission to skate:FREE

Skate rentals
$8.75/pair

Lockers:FREE

Lock purchase: $9.00

Bag check:$6.00

For more information about The Pond, please call 866-221-5157 or visit www.FetesDeNoel.com.

Blue Streak

Big Blue rushed their way to their 5th straight win with a 14-10 victory over the Houston Texans.

Tiki Barber rushed for his first touchdown of the seaon picking up 115 yards on 17 carries. Eli Manning was 17-of-28 for 179 yards, along with a touchdown, making this the first time the Giants have won 5 consecutive games, since 2000. Jeremy Shockey caught a touchdown pass from Eli Manning with 7:49 left in the 4th quarter to seal the deal.

ING Marathon Run-down

The New York City ING Marathon is officially over! The weather for the most part, played nice, allowing the 38,368 runners a fair chance at being the first to cross the finish line, in the 37th annual marathon.

Marilson Gomes dos Santos of Brazil was the first to complete the marathon, making him the first South American to win the event. Dos Santos finished the race in 2 hours, 9 minutes and 58 seconds.

Latvia's, Jelena Prokopcuka did her thing, dominating the marathon for her 2nd consecutive win, making her the first female since 1995 to capture repeat titles. Prokopcuka finished in 2 hours, 25 minutes and 5 seconds, shattering American's hopes worldwide, by beating out Deena Kastor, the world's top- ranked marathon runner, who was favored to become the first American woman to win the race since 1997.

Mr. Inspiration himself, Lance Armstrong achieved his set goal of completing the marathon in less than three hours. The 7-time Tour De France winner crossed the finish line at 2 hours, 59 minutes and 39 seconds. Armstrong said that in the last 8 miles he felt "helpless" and it was "That was the hardest physical thing I've ever done". True Indeed.

ReachNYC's Top 5 Traveling Tunes:

1) Jay-Z - Show Me What You Got

2) Diddy Ft Keisha Cole - Last Night

3) Bow Wow Ft Chris Brown - Shortie Like Mine

4) Justin Timberlake Ft T.I. - My Love

5) Snoop Dogg Ft R. Kelly - That's That

Your News

Mayor Bloomberg announced yesterday that NYC will begin cracking down on Film Piracy, through tougher laws. Our Mayor also revealed that more than 40% of the nation's pirated movies that are videotaped in theaters and then illegally sold throughout the world originate here.

Officers responding to an anonymous 911 report of a dispute with a firearm, entered a party in upper-Manhattan, and one single shot was fired, striking a 15-yr old in the leg...that is all that's known about the incident, officials are calling the incident an "accident", more on this as it unravels.

New York City has launched a new Web site to help residents navigate the application process for programs ranging from child care assistance to food stamps with relative ease. AccessNYC helps NYers find out which programs they are eligible for, from the comfort of their own home. The Web site is available in Chinese, Arabic, Korean, Russian, Spanish, English, and Haitian-Creole

The City has revealed that it will search parts of Ground Zero for more human remains, after con ed workers found human remains in a manhole. Utility workers around the WTC site, will now be accompanied by officers from the NYPD and FDNY.

Did You Know?

--The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge is so long – 4,260 feet – that the towers are a few inches out of parallel to accommodate the curvature of the earth..

ReachNYC Free events this week:

New Yorker's pay a pretty hefty price to have fun in this city, but what about those certain times when your ballin' on a budget? Here's a few FREE events happening in NYC this weekend:

Hip Hop: By All Means Necessary Screening
Date: Friday, October 13th
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: The powerHouse Arena (37 Main St., DUMBO, Brooklyn)
Open Bar Brooklyn Brewery
Cost: Free
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10th Annual Art Under the Bridge Festival
Date: Friday, October 13th - Sunday, October 15th
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Various areas in DUMBO, see site
Cost: Free
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The Fun's Not Over Yet! Discussion & Wild Style Screening
Date: Saturday, October 14th
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: The powerHouse Arena (37 Main St., DUMBO, Brooklyn)
Open Bar Brooklyn Brewery
Cost: Free
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NY Times Great Read in the Park
Date: Sunday, October 15th
Time: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Bryant Park (Btwn. 5th & 6th Ave. & 40th & 42nd St.)
Cost: Free
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