Michael Sommer

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Technology Commentator and Reviewer at Freelance

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Präsidenten-Wahl in Rumänien: Zerreißprobe für die Demokratie

1 week ago | zdf.de | Michael Sommer

Am 4. Mai wird in Rumänien, nach der Annullierung der Präsidentschaftswahl im letzten Jahr, erneut gewählt. Vier Kandidaten kämpfen um das Amt. Die Wahl ist auch eine Richtungsentscheidung.02.05.2025 | 2:10 minAm 4. Mai wählen die Rumänen im zweiten Anlauf einen neuen Präsidenten. Die Abstimmung ist nötig geworden, nachdem der erste Wahlgang im November 2024 vom Verfassungsgericht für ungültig erklärt wurde.
Quantifizierung der räumlichen und zeitlichen Variabilitäten des Strahlungsflusses in Europa.

2 weeks ago | fis.tu-dresden.de | Michael Sommer |TUD Dresden

ContributorsMichael Sommer - , TUD Dresden University of Technology (Author) DetailsOriginal languageGermanQualification levelDr. rer. nat. Supervisors/AdvisorsBernhofer, Christian, SupervisorPublication statusPublished - 2009Externally publishedYes No renderer: customAssociatesEventsRenderPortal,dk.atira.pure.api.shared.model.researchoutput.Thesis
The Diamond King — WaxPackHero

3 weeks ago | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

After two years of work, The Diamond King releases to the public on April 25, 2025. The documentary tells the story of Dick Perez, the artist behind the Donruss Diamond Kings, Hall of Fame Heroes, and the classic Hall of Fame postcards. In this episode I interview Marq Evans, the film maker behind the movie and Dick Perez himself.
2024 Cryptozoic A Christmas Story — WaxPackHero

4 weeks ago | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

Please note, When you click on links to retailers on this site, such as eBay, and make a purchase, it may result in this site earning a commission. After 40 years, A Christmas Story finally has a trading card set for fans and collectors to enjoy!When it comes to Christmas movies, our family has three “go-to” films. Elf, Christmas Vacation, and the BB gun totin’, pole licking, leg lamp loving classic, A Christmas Story.
Tariffs, Trends, and Turbulence: The Real Estate Ripple in South Florida

1 month ago | oursouthflorida.com | Michael Sommer

Our South Florida real estate market—known for its sunshine, stunning coastline, and surging demand—is facing a new type of storm: economic tariffs. Over the past four months, a perfect blend of rising construction costs, higher insurance premiums, and fluctuating mortgage rates have reshaped the landscape of one of the nation’s most dynamic property markets.
2025 Topps Hobby Rip Night Set Review and Checklist — WaxPackHero

2 months ago | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

Please note, When you click on links to retailers on this site, such as eBay, and make a purchase, it may result in this site earning a commission. The 2025 Topps Hobby Rip Night promotional set contains a mix of 15 rookies, stars, and Hall of Fame legends. The spring edition of the Topps Hobby Rip Night was held on February 22nd in conjunction with the 2025 Topps Series 1 release week.
20 Most Expensive Barry Sanders Cards: 1998 vs 2025 — WaxPackHero

Jan 25, 2025 | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

Please note, When you click on links to retailers on this site, such as eBay, and make a purchase, it may result in this site earning a commission. In 1998, Beckett published a list of the 20 most expensive Barry Sanders football cards. I thought it would be fun to see how that list stacks up to the current values in 2025. Thanks to @JunkWaxHeroes with the assist with the original Beckett list!I used Card Ladder for many of the images and estimated prices.
Collecting College Cards? — WaxPackHero

Jan 15, 2025 | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

Please note, When you click on links to retailers on this site, such as eBay, and make a purchase, it may result in this site earning a commission. For years, the NCAA basketball and football sets from Panini provided the first chance to get cards from the latest draft class. And for years, the excitement around those cards would be short lived. The conventional wisdom was don’t buy college cards because they never hold their value.
1993 Nabisco All-Star Autographs — WaxPackHero

Jan 8, 2025 | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

Please note, When you click on links to retailers on this site, such as eBay, and make a purchase, it may result in this site earning a commission. Let me cut right to the chase. In my opinion, the 1993 Nabisco All-Star Autographs set is the MOST underrated oddball food issue set of the 1990s. Back in 1993, Nabisco partnered with the MLBPAA to run a promotion where collectors could send in two UPC codes and $5 and get an on card autograph of an all-time MLB great. That is right.
1980-81 Arby’s University of Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball Card Team Set — WaxPackHero

Nov 14, 2024 | waxpackhero.com | Michael Sommer

Please note, When you click on links to retailers on this site, such as eBay, and make a purchase, it may result in this site earning a commission. The 1980-81 Arby’s University of Illinois Fighting Illini basketball card team set provides the opportunity to get the first cards of Hall of Fame Coach Lou Henson and former NBA Standouts Derek Harper and Eddie Johnson. The OverviewJoin me on a trip in the “way back machine”.