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The hitman at the end of Casino is played by Frank Cullotta, a real-life mobster whose career in the Chicago/Las Vegas mob gave inspiration to the film.

Frank Culotta, though not a Las Vegan, was a technical consultant on the film, since he knew Tony Spilotro since they were children and was the Ant’s right-hand man in Vegas.

In the scene where the hitman is chasing the target through his Las Vegas house, the actor playing the shooter just couldn’t get it right. Scorcese said to Frank, “Show him how you did it.” (Yes, Cullotta himself had assassinated Jerry Lisner, who’d provided information to the police about crimes that Cullotta and Spilotro had committed.)

Frank acted it out so realistically that Scorcese put him in the movie to film that scene.

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The Financial Trappings of ‘Lifestyle Creep’

Whether you’re aware of it or not, at some point in life, you may fall victim to a phenomenon known as lifestyle creep. It’s a common financial trap that can catch you off guard without your knowledge.

Typically, this tends to occur as you progress in your professional career and your income increases. However, it’s important to note that not everyone experiences lifestyle creep, so it’s essential not to make sweeping generalizations assuming everyone has encountered this trap.

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She Played ‘Marion’ in Raiders of the Lost Ark. See Karen Allen Now at 71 – Ned Hardy

These Old Photos Show What High School Looked Like in the 1970s – Rare Historical Photos

Michelle Pfeiffer Refused to Star In a Movie that Made $272 Million and Won 5 Oscars – VL Wanderer

Binance.US tells customers to withdraw cash amid SEC lawsuit – Insider

Why humans are surprisingly bad at being happy – Big Think

This Is America’s Most Common Text-Messaging Scam, FTC Says – CBS

The Kia Boys Will Steal Your Car For Clout – The Verge

20 Bizarre Google Earth Photos Nobody Can Explain – Linkiest

He Played ‘Urkel’ on Family Matters. See Jaleel White Now at 46 – Ned Hardy

Trey Parker and Matt Stone Say They’ve Spent ‘Infinity Dollars’ on Rehabbing Casa Bonita – Cracked

Alice Eve Isn’t Ashamed Of Her Controversial Star Trek Scene – VL Wanderer

Mt. Gox’s Hackers Are 2 Russian Nationals, U.S. DOJ Alleges in Indictment – Coin Desk

Every Street Fighter Game Ranked From Worst to Best – Den of Geek

5 Rituals To Keep You Happy All The Time – Barking Up The Wrong Tree

How To Stop Deflecting During Arguments – Fatherly

The Action That Turned the Nuggets Into a Juggernaut – The Ringer

Why the PGA Tour merged with LIV Golf – VOX

10 Classic Commercials Every Kid in the ’90s Remembers – Listverse

Damning probes find Instagram is key link connecting pedophile rings – ARS Technica

 

 

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This proud Aboriginal elder travelled1864 miles just to be at his grand daughter’s graduation

An Aboriginal elder traveled 2,000 miles from a remote island in north-east Arnhem Land to Healesville, Australia, to perform a special dance with his granddaughter at her college graduation.

Gali Yalkarriwuy Gurruwiwi flew from Galiwin’ku on Elcho Island to Worawa Aboriginal College in Healesville, north-east of Melbourne, where his granddaughter Sasha has been boarding for the past two and a half years.

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If You’re Blaming Others, You’re Avoiding Responsibility In Your Life

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No one gets through life unscathed. And while it is 0% your fault that these things happen to you, it is 100% your responsibility to deal with the aftermath of what your situation has given to you.

I had one client a few years ago who blamed all of his life’s shortcomings on the fact that his father had been largely absent during his childhood.

Having emotionally unavailable parents is a hinderance, no doubt. So is having one of your best friends die. So is being raped. So is being bullied for years. So are a lot of things that happen to people, every day, around the world.

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The Easiest Way to Silence Your Inner Critic – Life Hacker

The 15 Funniest Moments From The Good Place – VL Wanderer

Whether you’re building a system for your desktop, den, or dorm, this mini-amp is a greaty way to get started on your budget audiophile journey – Amazon

31 Lessons I’ve Learned About Money – Ryan Holiday

A psychologist explains exactly when NOT to trust your gut (and what to do instead) – Fast Co

My Cheap Electric Go-Kart Is Better Than Ever—and Now You Can Build It Too – The Drive

Jury convicts Oregon man who rigged home with ‘Indiana Jones’ booby trap injuring federal officer – NBC

In the US less than half of murders are solved – Marshall Project

Man tries to steal womanˋs motor scooter and fails – Reddit

Kim Petras Becomes the Second-Ever Trans Woman to Be a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Model – Bright Side

Here comes the Marine Corps’ new ultra-light tactical dune buggy – Task and Purpose

How to Eat Your Way Through Philadelphia in 24 Hours – Eater

The Advice Therapists Give Couples Who Are Constantly Fighting – Fatherly

AI Reimagines ‘Game of Thrones’ In The Style of ‘Friends’ And It’s Actually Brilliant – VL Wanderer

He Played ‘David’ in The Hogan Family. See Danny Ponce Now at 50 – Ned Hardy

Nikola Jokic records first 30-20-10 game in NBA Finals history to lead Nuggets past Heat in Game 3 – CBS

The 20 Best Horror Films of the Last 20 Years – Linkiest

Does She Love Me? 11 Clear Signs She’s In Love With You – Knowledge For Men

Why talking to strangers is good for you, them and all of us – Ideas

Setting boundaries is more than just saying “no” – VOX