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Daniel Negreanu on Poker: Playing Hot and Cold Hands Late in a Tournament
Playing hot and cold hands refers to the strategy of entering into a pot solely on the basis of the hand’s merit before the flop. Running a hand hot and cold generally means that you’re willing to play out your cards with no more betting after the flop.
Helen Thomas: Has the Cold War Returned?
WASHINGTON — President Bush says the Cold War is over but his latest military move and the reaction of Russian President Vladimir make me wonder.
Anything But Straight: Gay Pride and Putin
The first sign that Russia’s march toward freedom was on a downward spiral came on June 16, 2001, when George W. Bush said of Russian President Vladimir Putin, “I looked the man in the eye. I found him to be very straight forward and trustworthy and we had a very […]
A Penny for Your Thoughts: The News of Greater Falls Church
The week between Christmas and New Year’s follows no particular routine. People take the week off to spend time with family or travel on a winter vacation. Workers take vacation time now because, if they don’t use their earned leave, they will lose it. Schools are closed at every level, […]
Daniel Negreanu on Poker
Playing a Rush You’ll occasionally find yourself in a poker game where it seems you can do no wrong. Every hand you play comes out a winner and lady luck is definitely on your side. This is known as playing a rush.
Dowd On Drinks: A Little Vodka, Please
Paul McCann obviously doesn’t mind doing things the hard way. He’s staking his financial future on the success of a new product he has introduced into one of the most competitive sectors of the commercial spirits industry — vodka.

Restaurant Review: Mint Thai Cusine
Get ready to indulge your senses with the delicious taste, smell, and appeal of Thai cuisine. At Mint Thai Cuisine, you’ll taste a variety of entrées, with sauces, meats and seafood, vegetables, noodles and rice, you name it. As for the spice — you can be in charge of that […]
Water Main Repairs Complete at Route 123 and Old Meadow Road in McLean
FALLS CHURCH, VA. – Repairs to the 16-inch water main break that occurred on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2006 were completed at 7:30 p.m. Normal water pressure will be restored to water customers affected by the break by approximately 9:30 p.m.