Electronic Cigarette Hurt Too!!!

In America the latest fad among smokers who are trying to quit the habit is to smoke electronic cigarettes. These battery operated gadgets claim to have no health risk, sold in several flavors, and are advertised as being a safe alternative to traditional cigarettes. Unfortunately for a Florida man trying to use this option to give up smoking this didn't hold good. His electronic cigarette exploded in his mouth due to a faulty battery and he is now injured, disfigured, and suffering. I bet he will probably go back to smoking regular cigarettes... after all in his case that seems to be the safer option :).

Movie Review: Never Back Down

I watched this teenage fighting movie recently. This movie showcases how teenagers in the US are addicted to youtube and mobile video devices. The movie features illegal fights, teen rivalry in high schools, Multi media messaging and how videos are propagated among school kids in the US.

The movie starts off with a high-school football (American of course) game. One of the star players Jake Tyler (Sean Faris) of the winning team is taunted about his father by a disgruntled opposing player. Short-fused Jake gets into a fight and beats him up, this brawl is captured by spectators on mobile phones and uploaded to YouTube.

Quite expectedly Jake gets benched, but he is not worried because he transferring to a different school. Along with his younger brother Charlie (Wyatt Henry Smith) and widowed mom, Jake moves to Orlando, Florida where the latter has received a tennis scholarship. Jake's penchant for fighting and getting into trouble, upsets his mom (Leslie Hope).

At school, Jake attracts the attention of an attractive girl, Amber, and thinks he is set. But there is more in store for him, the boy friend of the girl who has seen his football brawl on youtube invites him for a party and challenges him for a fight. Inevitably Jake ends up broken and with a black eye. Jake feels let down by the girl who is having feelings for him and ends up becoming angry and frustrated.

One of Jakes class mates takes him to 365 Combat Club in which he starts training in Mixed Martial Arts. Finally after some twists and urns, Jake ends up it n the Beatdown, a free no holds barred illegal fight. There he gets even with the senior and earns the respect of all school.

While the plot is quite mediocre, the execution and story telling is very effective. The photography is excellent and of course the girls are easy on the eyes. I'd probably suggest watching it once, that too only if you are a big fan of free style fighting.

Enjoyable Holidays in Kissimmee Florida

Florida is ranked among the most popular holiday destinations in mainland US. Within this sunshine state, the city of Kissimmee has been gaining popularity among visitors lately. Kissimmee is especially suitable for individuals and families who wish to enjoy a multitude of activities such as heritage trails, arts, dining out, music and theater, etc.

Kissimmee, Florida has something to offer for every discerning traveler. For history buffs the heritage trail would enable exploration of the region's glorious past. The area's cattle ranches, antiquated homes, arts districts and museums are well worth a visit. A very popular pastime in Kissimmee is going to the theater.

Apart from the mainstream tourist haunts, Kissimmee offers numerous attractions that are absolutely free such as the charming old town shopping, dining, and entertainment complex. The Friday and Saturday night car shows on the streets provide an opportunity to look at old beauties. For architecture enthusiasts, there is the historic courthouse (oldest in the state) and the Kissimmee Sculpture Experience, a vast open area of tree-lined streets with numerous artworks on display.

With so many things to do it would take lot more days than just a weekend for the complete Kissimmee experience. How would you like to enjoy a Kissimmee holiday absolutely free? Sounds unbelievable, doesn't it? But it is possible. As part of the sweepstakes, Kissimmee is offering three weekend getaways (3 days and 2 nights) for couple and two week long vacations for family of four.



Are you wondering how to win these free holidays? Well all you need to do is to visit their website and sign up for their sweepstakes, the last of which will be drawn on June 1, 2009. There is not much time left, enroll now. Just log on and register and who knows you may be the lucky one!