I generally never wait more than about 15 seconds - all this fancy itshay that web developers stick in just because they can: I fail to see how it advances the content. In fact it's downright detrimental, 'cause I won't wait around for it.

Authorities in California warned that the high demand could lead later this afternoon to an emergency order for rolling blackouts, a dreaded term here that brings reminders of widespread blackouts in 2003 during an energy supply crisis.

Doctor Chakwas: Physically, you're fine. But I detected some unusual brain activity, abnormal beta waves. Doctor Chakwas: I also noticed an increase in your rapid eye movement, signs typically associated with intense dreaming.

The arrival of the railway made the local tourist industry viable.