Friday, August 31, 2012

UPDATE: College Park Metro Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WUSA) -- A suspect is in custody after a reported attempted robbery at gunpoint at the College Park Metro station garage Friday, according to Metro Transit Police.?

A report of the attempted armed robbery was received by Metro Transit Police at around 1:15 p.m. The victim reported that two males showed a weapon and demanded a backpack on the stairwell of the Metro garage, but no property was taken.

At 2:15 p.m., according to a Metro PIO, Metro Transit Police received a report of a man matching the victim's description of a suspect standing on the College Park Metro platform.

Police responded and after a brief struggle,? arrested the man and recovered a BB gun. No shots were fired and no one was injured.

Police are continuing to investigate the incident.? If you have any information about the incident, call Metro Transit Police at 202-962-2121.

Source: http://collegepark.wusa9.com/news/news/119468-update-college-park-metro-armed-robbery-suspect-arrested

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Microsoft Reminds Samsung and Nokia Who Is In Charge Of Windows Phone 8













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Yesterday?s announcement at IFA in Berlin from Samsung of the first Windows Phone 8 powered smartphone raised a few eyebrows in the tech world. With Nokia and Microsoft hosting a joint event in New York next week (and every sign that this would be the debut of Nokia?s Windows Phone 8 ) it was expected that Nokia would have the privilege of being the first to announce hardware based around the new platform.

Turns out the 4.8 inch gorilla glass, 1.5GHz ATIV S is the first as Microsoft handed that privilege to Samsung.

Which is a smart move by?Microsoft. There may be a special relationship with Nokia through a mix of patents, marketing support, and software contributions to the OS, but Microsoft is going to want to remind them that it?s not quite a partnership of equals. When Nokia and HTC had LTE Windows Phone ready to announce at CES earlier this year, the lead handset honours were handed to HTC.

Nokia made enough noise on their own with the Lumia 900 during January, and the same is likely true with whatever device will be announced next week.

Samsung?is likely in need of a corporate hug after the bruising picked up last week. Whether by design or by happenstance, they?ve been able to show that they can do something ?other than ape Apple? in the eyes of the media with this new handset.

This sort of give and take between suppliers is classic Redmond. With Microsoft?s help, Samsung can show off a new user interface, a different way of handing a smartphone UI, and to show they can design a modern and stylish smartphone.

Now let?s see how it does with consumers.

Source: http://www.forbes.com/sites/ewanspence/2012/08/30/microsoft-reminds-samsung-and-nokia-who-is-in-charge-of-windows-phone-8/

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Clint Eastwood's RNC Speech: His Lamest Role Ever?

Oscar winner's widely mocked, rambling speech at Republican convention is up there with his most embarrassing movies.
By Gil Kaufman


Clint Eastwood speaks at the RNC
Photo: Getty Images

Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1692991/clint-eastwood-rnc-speech.jhtml

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LG Optimus L9 hands-on (video)

LG Optimus L9 handson

Thought LG didn't have any more to add to the L-Style series to offer the world? Behold the L9. Announced yesterday, the device made an appearance on the IFA show room floor this week, boasting a big and bright 4.7-inch IPS display that makes its brethren look downright shrimpy by comparison. In spite of the display size, the phone feels light, with an 8.9-millimeter profile.

It's important to note here that, in spite of being the king of the L-Series, it's still part of a budget lineup, and as such, the phone's body feels a bit plasticky, and the textured rear had a bit of trouble staying snapped in place in the two models (black and white) that we played with. Specwise, we're talking a 1GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM inside, 4GB of storage (expandable via a microSD slot) and a 2,150mAh battery. The handset's rocking Ice Cream Sandwich (4.0.4, to be precise).

The handset's got a fairly nice bezel, with the front-facing camera on the top and a home button on the bottom, flanked by illuminating back and menu touch buttons. A larger, 5MP camera is located on the rear of the device, above the flash. Vodafone has the handset priced at €50.90 subsidized and €340 unsubsidized. Peep a video of the handset, after the break.

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Santa Clarita Estate Planning - Law Office of David Piotrowski

There are big differences between a living trust and a will. ?If you are in the Santa Clarita Valley and are considering an estate planning package that consists of a will or a living trust, contact the Law Office of David Piotrowski today.

Valencia / Santa Clarita estate planning typically centers around a will or a living trust. ?Many Valencia / Santa Clarita estate planning packages will contain both a will and a living trust. ?This blog post will briefly compare living trusts to wills.

Wills

  • Leads directly to probate (public, time consuming, formal, and expensive)
  • Generally fairly simply and straight forward
  • Cheaper to create than a living trust
  • Becomes effective after death
  • Typically adequate for small estates if the client does not want to exercise a lot of control over assets

Living Trusts

  • Generally avoids probate (private and faster)
  • Can be complex and difficult to understand
  • Allows for greater control of assets
  • Effective during your lifetime and may continue after death
  • The trustee of a living trust is a fiduciary with a duty to the beneficiary

Source: http://www.attorneydavid.com/blog/valencia-santa-clarita-living-trusts-compared-to-wills/

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Thursday, August 30, 2012

An Adorable Espresso Maker That Won't Make You Hate Mornings [Desired]

Sometimes you wake up and you hate everything. Even the coffee maker. In those low times, you might like having the Philips Senseo Twist, an adorable espresso maker that doubles up by brewing two shots at the same time. More »


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Hasan explains beard to military judge

FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) ? The Army psychiatrist charged in the deadly Fort Hood shooting rampage has told a judge that he grew a beard because his Muslim faith requires it.

Speaking in court for the first time since showing up with a beard in violation of Army regulations in June, Maj. Nidal Hasan says he isn't trying to disrespect the authority of the judge.

Thursday's hearing before Col. Gregory Gross was the first since an appeals court stopped proceedings to consider the dispute over Hasan's beard.

Gross held Hasan in contempt for a sixth time and sent him to a nearby room to watch the rest of the proceedings on closed-circuit television.

Hasan faces the death penalty if convicted in the 2009 attack that killed 13 and wounded more than two dozen others.
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Source: http://www.kxan.com/dpp/news/texas/hasan-due-back-in-court-for-hearing

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US energy independence by 2020 is a pipe dream

NICE idea, wrong approach. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney announced last week that he wants the US to be energy independent by 2020, through boosting domestic energy production, including offshore drilling.

That's unlikely to stop the US relying on oil imports, though. Figures from the US Energy Information Administration reveal that 49 per cent of the petroleum used in the US in 2010 was imported, and that may only fall to 36 per cent by 2035.

It might be better to accept that oil imports are essential, says David Greene of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Knoxville, Tennessee. Instead, the US should work out the economic costs of foreign oil dependence, and then shrink those to an acceptable level (Energy Policy, doi.org/cdft5k).

Doing so would require boosting domestic oil and gas production, as Romney proposes. But it will also be essential to cut consumption through strict fuel economy regulations and greenhouse gas emissions standards - something Romney's plan does not mention.

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Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Verizon Wireless Workshops' Popularity Growing | Cell Phone News ...

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Verizon Wireless Workshops

A growing number of smartphone and tablet users are turning to Verizon Wireless to get the most out of their wireless devices. Overall attendance at the company?s increasingly popular Wireless Workshops has more than doubled in 2012 and is expected to grow as summer ends with children going back to school and parents making time to brush up on their own smartphone and tablet skills. Verizon Wireless Workshops are free of charge and available online and in most Verizon Wireless Communications Stores. Customers can visit www.verizonwireless.com/workshops to search for a list of topics and schedules at participating stores in their area as well as information about online sessions. At more than 90 percent of Verizon Wireless retail locations, in-store data experts provide customers with the information and tools they need to maximize their wireless experience, in addition to one-on-one sessions. With roughly 11 million of the company?s customers using 4G LTE devices, customers are eager to learn about the features and capabilities their smartphones and tablets offer.

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The lineup of online and in-store workshops is updated as the latest wireless devices are introduced. Most recently, Verizon Wireless launched the ?HTC DROID INCREDIBLE 4G? workshop where customers can learn about Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and HTC Sense 4.0, in addition to basic and unique features. Customers can also sign up for the ?Samsung Galaxy S III? workshop to learn about the device?s outstanding functionality as well as unique camera features such as S Beam, Share Shot and Buddy Photo.

Verizon Wireless also recently introduced the following new workshops:

  • ?4G LTE Test Drive?: Customers learn about the power and benefits ofAmerica?s largest 4G LTE network as well as basic and advanced features of 4G LTE devices. (In-store and online)
  • ?Business Solutions: Tools for the Real Estate Professional?: Customers learn about mobile solutions for real estate professionals through demonstrations of devices and applications to help grow their businesses and stay on top of the ever-changing market. (In-store only)
  • ?Business Solutions: Productivity Tools?: Customers learn about innovative technology solutions that assist with increasing the mobile productivity of their businesses through application demonstrations for the Android and iOS platforms. (In-store only)

Customers interested in attending a Wireless Workshop may register online at www.verizonwireless.com/workshops or visit a nearby Verizon Wireless Communications Store for more information.

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About the Author: Faysal Chowdhury, a Civil Engineer at day and an intelligent tech blogger at night. Stationed in Dhaka, Bangladesh he is has been with HotCellularPhone.com since the beginning, dated back to 2008. After receiving his Bachelor?s Degree in 2006, he started working as a Civil Engineer for Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) but his tech savvy mind always kept up with the mobile world and keeping everyone updated as well.

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Is The Cloud In Gamers' Future? | theprimagecorp.com

Story By: by Laura Sydell

Nintendo?s Wii U is the only new game system on the horizon as console makers are having a hard time figuring out how to improve on what they?ve got.

Last year, consumers spent $17 billion on video games. That sounds like a lot, but it was nearly $1.5 billion lower than the previous year. One reason: there haven?t been any new game consoles out to excite buyers.

Only Nintendo?s Wii U might be on shelves for the holiday season.

The console makers are having a hard time figuring out how to improve on what they?ve got.

Try asking a gamer like Ryan Block what would entice him to drop a few hundred bucks on a new console.

?It?s not a very satisfying answer, but I don?t feel like I do need a new console,? Block says.

Block, 30, has been playing his whole life. And game play is at the center of his San Francisco living room. He?s got an XBox 360, a PlayStation 3 and a 63-inch flat screen TV. ?I would have gone larger,? he says, ?but this is as large as the wall is.?

New game consoles used to come out like clockwork about every five years. What made the new one?s exciting to Block was that the graphics got better with each generation. That made the details of Block?s favorite games look almost real — so say in a game like Battlefield 3 you can practically see specks of dirt on the concrete.

?By any standards you look at how good some of the games look on the consoles now, and it doesn?t feel like you absolutely have to upgrade them,? Block says.

Blasts From The Past: The Art Of Video Games

Block?s fiancee, Veronica Belmont, is also a big gamer. She, too, finds herself a bit stumped as to what would make her want to buy a new console.

?That would be nice if it did the dishes and walked the dog,? Belmont says.

Belmont?s seen pictures of the soon-to-be released Wii U from Nintendo. She?s not impressed. Nintendo added a touch screen to its controller so that it can also be used to play games when the TV is turned off.

?We don?t need anymore peripherals in the house. I don?t want to have to pay attention to another tablet device. I don?t want to have to pay attention to making sure something is charged,? says Belmont says.

Some gamers do know what they?d like to see in new consoles. Nicolas Butler, 19, has seen write ups about goggles that would immerse him in a game.

?It would basically be like you have the display here and it looks like no matter how you turn it would feel like you are actually turning in the game. Going towards that is probably where I?d like to see gaming,? says Butler.

Butler?s friend Ryan Loughran likes that idea and has another: Don?t store games on a console — store them online.

?To be able to go and play with your friends somewhere I think is really important. Having an online storage or something. That eliminates having to carry around a bunch of games and CDs,? Loughran says.

That future is almost here.

?It?s not here today, but it might be here soon,? says Neil Young, a veteran game designer. Young sees the future in online services. And so does Sony, which just purchased a cloud gaming company called Gaikai, a company Young says ?essentially allows you to play games that are being sort of rendered in the cloud. They live in the cloud so you don?t have to have necessarily an expensive hardware box to be able to play them.?

Young founded mobile gaming company ngmoco, which makes games like Topple and MazeFinger for smart phones. He used to design console games for Electronic Arts, one of the largest game developers.

Young doesn?t think online services are going to replace consoles any time soon because they don?t work as well with first person shooter games that appeal to people like Ryan Block.

Block says the problem is that if the Internet service is at all slow, the enemy can see you first.

?The difference between like living or dying or your team winning or losing is often times a fraction of a second,? Block says.

So, for now Block would rather keep the console he has. And that is part of the reason console sales were down the last two years by 12 percent, according to the research firm Wedbush. Michael Pachter, an analyst at Wedbush, thinks console makers are likely to make consoles more attractive for non-gaming as a way to entice buyers.

?Microsoft is very likely — I?d say 99.9 percent likely — to turn the next XBox into a television tuner and it will tune television over the Internet,? Pachter says.

Pachter believes Microsoft is probably already working on deals with the cable providers. He thinks Nintendo?s Wii U is going to be at a disadvantage because it still focuses mostly on games.

But, for Phillip Scott, 19, all that extra entertainment stuff isn?t the draw. A company like Nintendo has some great games he loves to play.

?For instance, if they released an Open World Wii U Pokemon game that was kind of the same experience as the old original ones but with the new kind of enhanced graphic and portability, like I would give all my money to Nintendo,? Scott says.

Given that game sales have been trending down all year the folks at Nintendo might want to listen to what Scott and other gamers have to say.

Source: http://theprimagecorp.com/is-the-cloud-in-gamers-future

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What is anchor text? - Internet Marketing Business Forum

What is anchor text? Why is it important?

Anchor text is the visible hyperlinked text on the page. For example, let's examine this code:

<a href="http://www.sitepoint.com/forums/">Webmaster Forums</a>

The anchor text for this link is "Webmaster Forums". This is important in search engine rankings because the search engines use anchor text to help determine the relevance of a page being linked to for those keywords. By having this link pointing to their forum's web page, SitePoint Forums will perform better in searches for the phrase "webmaster forums" (and other similar phrases as well).

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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

'Finding Nemo 3-D': How Pixar Transformed A Classic

Stereo supervisor Bob Whitehill shares his 3-D conversion secrets with MTV News for our Fall Movie Preview.
By Kevin P. Sullivan


A scene from "Finding Nemo"
Photo: Disney

Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1692563/finding-nemo-3-d-pixar-classic.jhtml

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How To Use Podcast Directories To Promote Your Online Business ...

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Here?s just another marketing method to get your teeth into. Podcasts I hear you say with trepidation, ?what are they, how do they work and how do I make them?? All valid questions and concerns but its like so many things relating to the internet that at first glace look pretty scary and the initial reaction is ?I can?t do that!? And sure this article just covers the opportunity in a brief way & you?ll need to do a bit more research, but honestly once you get your head around it ? you?ll wonder why you didn?t do it before, trust me and read on??

What?s a Podcast? A podcast is an internet channel used to communicate. It?s like a niche-specific radio station. Podcast directories are similar to article directories, but people subscribe to them. When you submit your podcasts here, they go out to all the directory?s subscribers.

The cool thing about podcast directories is that there?s a built-in audience who are already interested in your niche. You can use these directories to show your expertise, advertise your products or services, brand yourself and generate leads. If you do it right and offer high quality information, you?ll have a community of loyal listeners tuning in every week.

How To Create Podcasts

To make quality podcasts, all you need is a computer, a microphone and some type of recording software. Record your podcast and save it to MP3 format; now, it?s ready to submit.

You can use your articles or other web content as a script. Or you can use it as an outline and just talk about your topic. The important thing is just to offer quality information and make it valuable for your listeners.

Each directory has different submission rules, but most of them allow you to create a description. Optimize that for your keywords and make it something that will draw them in. Some directories work like social networking sites, so you can interact with other users and create communities and groups.

When you?re looking for directories to use, be sure to read their terms of use because each is different.

Tips For Creating Great Podcasts

To make a good podcast, all you really need to do is talk. That?s it. But, I?d recommend including some intro music and maybe outro music. This kind of brands your podcasts and also makes them smoother. It?s kind of abrupt when it just suddenly starts with somebody talking.

Once you?ve got your podcast action going, stick to your schedule and be consistent. Just like a radio show, podcasts are usually daily, weekly, or monthly. Before you even get started, decide on this schedule based on how committed you?re going to be. Your listeners will be expecting regular shows.

One great way to create excellent high-quality podcasts with little fuss and bother is to interview people in your niche. It?s a win-win situation ? interviewing a known name in your niche will get people tuning in to check out your podcast; and the person you?re interviewing gets some exposure and a chance to build their authority out of the deal.

Finally, market your podcasts. Let everybody know on your list, website and social media sites when the next show is going to be. Once you get started making podcasts, it?s a lot of fun!

And here?s a list of the best podcast directories to get you started:

Podcasting News? Podcast Directory ? www.podcastingnews.com/forum/links.php Podcast Alley ? www.podcastalley.com/ Odeo.com ? www.odeo.com iPodder.org ? www.ipodder.org/ PodcastPickle ? www.podcastpickle.com/ Digital Podcast ? www.digitalpodcast.com/ PodcastDirectory.com ? podcastdirectory.com/ iPodderX ? ipodderx.com/ Learn Out Loud ? www.learnoutloud.com/Podcast-Directory Public Radio Fan ? www.publicradiofan.com/podcasts.html

So there you are, get stuck and get podcasting, just another marketing avenue you really should be utilising, let us know how you get on?

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Business Projections and Roof Repair Denver Services. | Thordis ...

In the southern western sides of United States, Denver is the second most populated city with over four million people. Its economy is strong and provides employment to over one million foreigners. House demand is high as individuals scramble for a chance to own their dream home. As a result, owning a house is costly and usually not in the best conditions especially in the country sides. Roof repair Denver service is therefore a growing business owing to the numerous real estate projects coming up every year. The city?s skyscrapers provide office space to corporate and business operating in the city. However, individuals working in Denver city usually look for residences away from the city but close enough for convenience. This has led to an increase in house demand specifically in estates around the city.

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Monday, August 27, 2012

Web Design Tips Made Simple For You : Internet Business Blog ...

Are you interested in becoming a skilled website designer? Perhaps you have many good ideas but do not have the skills to make them come to life. If so, then you?re in the right place, as this article is going to assist you with learning what you need to learn about web design.

Providing sharing links can help visitors spread your information around on social networks. When you do this, word of mouth can spread a lot easier and your visitors are essentially marketing for you, which makes the amount of people visitng your site limitless.

Regardless how your website is designed aesthetically, it is important to make certain that all of the files have small file sizes. Keeping your files small will directly affect how fast your website loads. You want your site to load as quickly as it can. You need to remember that not every person who visits the website will have a fast Internet connection. Test to be sure that even computers with slow dial-up modems can connect quickly to your website.

Don?t assume that the design process has wrapped up just because the site is live. Always update your site and remain active to maximize your results. It will not be necessary to update every day, but do realize that fresh content must be a priority. It is imperative to implement this technique if you incorporate videos and current events into your design. Updating a website is quite different from updating a blog. It?s going to take some hard work and attention to detail.

One bit of advice in regards to website design is to take advantage of the multiple resources available. So many books exist about web design and each of them go over a multitude of aspects. It is a wonderful way to learn all the nuances of your craft while becoming a good designer.

Put in related keywords suited to your niche all through the website. Part of a website?s effectiveness is its ability to persuade visitors. It is a must to know who your development clientele are. What are the terms that will provoke the strongest, most positive response from your target audience? Choose a few words carefully and incorporate them on every page of your website.

You want to have a site that is easy to navigate, if you want to attract visitors. You should have links that are easy to find, as well as displayed well. Menus render your website easier for users to surf. Post links that lead back to the homepage on each page of your website to make navigation easier for your users.

A site that is going to be successful must work with all browsers. This is why it is vital that you test all your pages to ensure that they properly display in all the various browsers. What works in Chrome might not appear the way you want it in Firefox, Internet Explorer, or Safari. Before you website is launched, test the display of each page in all major browsers.

Having white space (unused space) on your website is actually a great design feature, so don?t make the mistake of thinking that your site must be packed to the brim. This available white space can make reading your site easier. This will prompt your visitors to read more, stay longer and seek you out in the future.

Enroll in a periodic web design newsletter to help you to occasionally re-focus on your web design vision. Web designers can derive great benefits from newsletters, whether they are self-taught amateurs or experienced pros.

Do your best to set aside slots of time for each day that are strictly dedicated to working on your website. Your design project will come together quicker and more coherently if you avoid working on it in small bits and pieces. The more time you invest in your site?s development, the more progress you will make.

Be an artist if you?re a website designer. By this, we mean that you should always be ready to let inspiration strike you. If a great idea comes your way in your favorite restaurant, grab a napkin and write it down. If you get an idea at work, call and leave yourself a message for yourself on your phone, to remember later.

You want to set up some way to let visitors give you feedback. You will find out if a link is broken or if a page is not loading properly. If you actively seek your visitors? feedback and make changes as a result, your visitors will feel like active participants in your site. This will encourage them to keep visiting the site.

Now that you?ve reached the end of this article, you are better equipped to design your own website. Apply these tips to guide your researches and efforts to create a website that reflects the professionalism of your company and attracts more potential customers

Offer to store personal information for returning users. For instance, if someone filled in their name and address when creating an account, pre-populate this information when the customer fills out an order form. This ?sticky? information can make the process easier and smoother for visitors and they?ll appreciate it.

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New York diners splash out on Petrus &#39;82 - The Drinks Business

27th August, 2012 by Richard Ross

Two business colleagues set pulses racing at New York?s 21 Club restaurant this summer when they calmly ordered two bottles of 1982 P?trus.

In the midst of a quiet midweek evening?s service, the two colleagues ordered their first bottle with their first course, then asked for another with their main.

The total bill for the two bottles came in at $16,640. The food bill added up to just $200. The bill shows that the restaurant kindly offered two complimentary cookies with the diners? coffee.

Speaking to the New York Post, Phil Pratt, wine director at the 21 Club, said: ?The gentleman knew what he was ordering. It was a little strange, especially when one of the guys was drinking coffee throughout the meal, too. But I don?t judge. It?s their money; they can do what they want with it. If he wants Coca-Cola in his wine, I?m OK with that.?

Traditionalists may raise an eyebrow at the food eaten alongside the P?trus. The main courses were Dover sole, and Steelhead Salmon ? not classic matches with a Pomerol.

The 21 Club bought a case of the wine on release in the 1980s, and it?s been in their cellars ever since, so the provenance is impeccable. Pratt says he now has just three bottles left, and is considering raising the list price on what remains.

Source: http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2012/08/new-york-diners-splash-out-on-petrus-82/

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

By Your Own Bootstraps: Quick Tips On Self Improvement | Gifts For ...

Simplify your life by getting organized. You will feel accomplished and your mind will feel clearer. You are going to have the additional benefit of the stress relief that organization gives you. Having everything organized and in place can really calm you down.

TIP! Get as much work done as you can during the day. Something you can do is to increase the amount of short breaks you take throughout the workday.

Personal development is a way that you can improve who you are and can be beneficial to your life. The following article will give you some great tips to help better your life through personal development.

Listening is equally as valuable as speaking when you are communicating. This goes double for personal development. Many people talk to themselves, and this is something you should be doing as well. In addition, listen to yourself very carefully. Listen to yourself in order to be a better person.

TIP! Wherever you happen to be, when a great idea strikes your brain, write it down. Take notebook or journal with you, or even make notes on your cellular phone pad.

Because you allow yourself to be more vulnerable when pursuing personal development, failures can be especially hard to handle. But, in reality, there is a lot that can be learned from each failure that is encountered. It shows you what your strengths and your weaknesses are. If you think of it that way, you can find pride in failure, because the experience has revealed another facet of your character.

Play to your strengths. Always promote the things at which you excel, and make sure you don?t promote something of which you are not capable. Boundaries are important. Every person is an individual with different talents, and we are not all going to be good at everything. Don?t worry about the skills you do not have; focus on what you are already good at.

TIP! If you are falling sort and not meeting goals, step back and look at your issues. Find out some ideas online and look to others who have similar expectations.

As you ascertain your needs and how you will approach them, there is one thing that must be done. You must live life to the fullest, and avoid being a spectator who watches the world go by. If you are observing instead of living, you are not really alive.

If you are in the process of self development, it can be a blow to fail but keep going. However, failing at something really just gives you an opportunity to learn and grow. Failing usually teaches a lesson, but you have to pay attention. It can also tell you more about your weaknesses and strengths. Looking at it this way, failure is a source of pride, because you?ve unlocked another piece of the puzzle when it comes to your development.

TIP! You can?t tend to others needs until your own needs are met. Always give yourself a chance to renew your energy and restore your mind.

Therapy might be the solution for people who have serious issues. Books that teach self help are helpful, but do not contain the one-on-one personal touch you can get from a therapist. Sometimes, success happens by simply talking problems through. Books cannot have a dialog with you to discuss any questions or concerns you might have, the way a therapist or psychiatrist can.

Use your core principals to your advantage. Every person has beliefs that serve their core sense of self. When these beliefs are strong and easily defensible, your confidence will grow by using them as a guiding force in your life. Another bonus is the fact that doing so will encourage you to be steadfast in how you conduct your life, and that is something that will garner great respect.

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To be an effective leader, you must combine humility with power. You must be resolute but compassionate if you want to lead. Also, recall what it is like to serve someone. A true leader upholds the right virtues and practices integrity, something that a person must have in order to succeed as a leader of anyone.

There are plenty of great books on personal development available. A really good book on the subject may set you on a course that will change your life. Make sure you select a book which has a few good reviews because some books in the personal development genre can be very badly written.

Challenge yourself to grow daily. Always work towards making improvements. Seek ways to grow beyond the person you were yesterday.

Do not fret! When you worry, you create a made-up situation inside of your mind that hasn?t yet happened, and in all likelihood, probably never will. As an alternative, think about what the worse case scenario could be and plan how you would cope with it. That way, you will feel prepared, and you will also be able to go on with your life.

TIP! Find texts that help you. In certain cases, this could take the form of religious volumes, in others, it could be a collection of historical quotations.

The way that you feel mentally has a large effect on how you feel physically. Consistent workouts and proper nutrition should be integral to your lifestyle. Remember, a healthy mind and a healthy body go hand in hand.

Exercise can benefit almost anyone, even those who are not trying to shed excess weight. There are many physical and mental benefits to a regular exercise program. When you exercise, your body produces a number of chemicals, such as endorphin, which improve your overall mood.

TIP! If you suffer from anxiety, try going to see a movie with a friend. Doing so will force you to venture to a public place, though one in which you will not necessarily have to interact with others.

Seeing a counselor or therapist can be beneficial. These professionals are trained and experienced in helping you understand and manage the issues you have. They are able to look into your life from the outside and analyze things you can?t see. Discussing your life problems with a counselor or other professional can be very beneficial.

One of the most important things when going down the road to personal development is realizing that you do deserve nothing but the best. Have the self-confidence to perform at your best at all times. When your journey is complete, you will realize how important it was to give things your all.

TIP! If you are feeling ill-tempered, be sure to step back and count to ten prior to taking any action. Breathe deeply and try to relax.

Sometimes people know they want to change but they cannot find out how to do it. Make sure that you set specific tangible goals. If you create a clear goal, you will achieve the results you want.

Having a strong sense of self discipline, can really help you excel in achieving your personal development goals. Use self-control over your body?s desires. Beat bad habits like gluttony, jealousy, lust or greed. However, if you control yourself, these negative desires won?t affect your mental and physical health the way they have done in the past.

TIP! The first step in any personal development program is the realization that you have room for improvement. Compared to the immense universe we are really very small.

Make the important aspects of your life the focus of how you live. The key to attaining inner peace is knowing what really matters and finding the good in what you have.

Take some risks to be truly happy! Do not allow yourself to fear failure more than you desire success. Taking risks may take you out of your comfort zone, but it is not irrational to do so. Taking risks can lead you to the things you want out of life, which will bring you the most happiness.

TIP! A positive attitude is required for you to make any progress in your development. Bad attitudes usually lead you to some place you would rather not be and nearly always impede progress.

Remember that you cannot please everybody, and that you should be your own top priority. You are responsible for your own personal happiness, but this shouldn?t be at the expense of other people?s feelings. When you are able to stay true to your beliefs and the things you value, then you will be happier with yourself and who you are.

Your mind?s health depends on how healthy your body is. Workout regularly and try to consume a healthy diet packed with nutrient-rich foods. Remember, a healthy mind and a healthy body go hand in hand.

TIP! Talking to a counselor or a religious leader can help you relieve stress. These people have a lot of experience and expertise in helping people deal with personal issues, and are licensed to do so.

If you become angry, calm down and count up to ten before talking. Breath deeply and think calm, peaceful thoughts. Make certain you remain calm and steady, and only say what it is you intended to say.

Therapy might be the answer for someone with a real issue. While self-help books can be effective, many cannot provide the benefits that come from personal, targeted interaction with a therapist. Sometimes, success happens by simply talking problems through. Books are unable to open a discussion with the reader that a psychiatrist can.

Establish reachable goals to increase your feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction in life. By discovering your weaknesses and working on them, it is possible to evolve into a better person.

Take stock of your alcohol use to see if you are drinking too much. Are you addicted to smoking cigarettes, or partake in other activities that can hurt your body? The human body is sacred and it is important that you treat yours right. Eliminating bad habits can be a very essential part of improving your life. Take stock of how you are living your life and the habits you have accumulated. Which ones do you think you could get rid of right now?

Life should be approached with wisdom and modesty. Try to learn from choices you make in your every day life. Be sure to notice what things you can change and what you can not change and how those affect the outcome of your choices. A little modesty goes a long way in helping your work within your boundaries. Wisdom about your past will help you to succeed in the future.

This article offers information on how you can better you personality, mental outlook and character to live a happier life. Apply the simple tips laid out here to get you that much closer to making yourself better and living the best life you can

Source: http://www.giftsforhappiness.com/by-your-own-bootstraps-quick-tips-on-self-improvement/

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Here&#39;s The Memo Tim Cook Sent To Apple - Business Insider

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After finishing up his first year as Apple CEO, Tim Cook sent a memo to employees in light of the company's win in the patent case against Samsung.

9to5Mac was able to obtain the memo, which appears below. Cook mentions that Apple didn't want to go to trial and only ended up there after "repeatedly asking Samsung to stop copying our work."

Here's the complete memo:

Today was an important day for Apple and for innovators everywhere.

Many of you have been closely following the trial against Samsung in San Jose for the past few weeks. We chose legal action very reluctantly and only after repeatedly asking Samsung to stop copying our work. For us this lawsuit has always been about something much more important than patents or money. It?s about values. We value originality and innovation and pour our lives into making the best products on earth. And we do this to delight our customers, not for competitors to flagrantly copy.

We owe a debt of gratitude to the jury who invested their time in listening to our story. We were thrilled to finally have the opportunity to tell it. The mountain of evidence presented during the trial showed that Samsung?s copying went far deeper than we knew.

The jury has now spoken. We applaud them for finding Samsung?s behavior willful and for sending a loud and clear message that stealing isn?t right.

I am very proud of the work that each of you do.

Today, values have won and I hope the whole world listens.

Tim

Source: http://www.businessinsider.com/tim-cooks-memo-to-apple-employees-after-winning-samsung-case-2012-8

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Who am I? (The Most Important Question) - Maria Erving :: Maria ...

Not ?who do I want to be?, or become. (Or ?create?).

That?s a question to ask (who do I want to become) if you?re into personal development and self improvement but when it comes to spiritual awakening and enlightenment that question has no meaning at all, so that?s not what I?m addressing in this article.

I?m inviting you to ask yourself the question ?who am I??, who are you without the thought about yourself, without any concepts and beliefs you carry about yourself?

Without the idea of being someone. Who are you, really?

The real you is beyond all self-definitions, whether you perceive yourself to be a good or bad person, a happy person, a victimized person, a wonderful person, great, defeated, selfish, smart, not so smart person, or whatever self-definitions you have about yourself.

The real you is not the person you have been taught to believe you are, nor are you the person you imagine yourself to be.

All concepts and identifications of who we think we are come and go, only that which we really are remains untouched and unchanged, and can?t be described or put into any box or given labels of ?I am this and I am that?.

There?s no need to polish, improve and make your little self better.

The real you can never be found or created by mind. It?s like trying to polish your shadow to make it look better. There?s nothing wrong with the shadow; it?s just not who you are.

Who is it that is aware of all the concepts, ideas and thoughts..?

Here?s a post that came to mind with a pic that I think you?ll find kind of funny :-)

http://mariaerving.com/the-angel-and-devil-on-your-shoulders/

What remains when you let go of all concepts and beliefs, all wishes of becoming somebody, and instead just be in the pure nakedness of awareness, ..who and what is that which remains when all beliefs are put away?

For a moment, let go of the person with all it?s stories.

Let go of the need to change the stories into something better, and let go of the wish to make a better story for the future.

No need to try to fix any stories about ourselves, just let go right now, let go of the ?story of me?, without making it good or bad, just look beyond it.

Who are you without your story?

An old post came to mind, one that I wrote back in the days when I was all about self improvement and re-program your mind concepts.

Thought it would be fun to share with you :-) I obviously don?t resonate with any of the mind-programming/affirmation-stuff anymore. (I?m not interested in personal development anymore).

Anyway, here it is:

http://mariaerving.com/telling-a-new-story/

Spiritual awakening is not some kind of self improvement plan where you follow specific steps to reach enlightenment, and we can never predict any of it, nor create any of it, so it doesn?t matter what we do with our stories, they are all in the mind, and our true nature is beyond mind.

Spiritual awakening just happens.

When we begin to look into the deep realms of reality and not the shallow level, fear will come up.

Even feelings of terror might come up.

The ego will not approve of you?re asking about true reality, and it will defend it?s views and beliefs, it will throw fits, it will reject, it will grasp for experiences that feels good, it will protect itself in any way it can, and if it can?t make you stop looking and asking about true existence (really deep existential questions such as ?who am I? scares the shit out of the ego because when you discover who you are it will mean the death of the ego) it will absolutely try get to you by hooking you on your deepest fears.

Spiritual crisis might happen.

Look anyway.

There might be some fierce resistance! And most probably so, and this is where most people begins to avoid, they try to fix, make better, they try to let go, or keep old stories that feels familiar (ego take on old identification that feels familiar) and do literally everything it can to prevent you from realizing the true nature of your own being.

Look anyway!

The ego will: fight it ? grasp for something better ? or avoid.

The spirit will: embrace ? face it fully, whatever comes up.

Spiritual awakening is not about creating a better self, becoming somebody or anything like that.

It?s about letting go of the false self (the person you think you are) and the growth is about discovery and realization, being-ness, not becoming-ness.

There will come times when you fall back into ego in the process, and it?s completely ?normal?, but you just keep looking anyway, deeper and deeper.

Inquiring within by asking ?Who am I, really??, will reveal the true nature of your being, and it will reveal the ego too, and by knowing who you are not, you will find youself.

Not by avoiding the process because it can be very uncomfortable at times, but with awareness and openness to look deeply, to really wanting the truth more than only feeling better.

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An interesting side-note; did you know that the word ?ego? is a Latin word and means ?I?..?

Maria Erving

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Saturday, August 25, 2012

Beyond Motherhood ? Renovation materials

If you are in the decorating mood, or if you are renovating your home you might want visit bradfordcarpetonesaugus.com for inspiration.

They sell flooring needs in your house renovation, there are many types of options available. There are carpets, hardwoods, laminate, vinyl and tiles. If you may wonder what is the different between them and which one to choose for your needs, let get into a bit more detail on each of the types of floorings.

The first is the carpet and they are great for keeping your room warm and comfortable. Carpet is best known about their ability to retain heat and is able to keep your room warm. It is best to install carpet in a cold climate environment or air-conditioned room. Modern day carpet comes in various forms and designs and are heavy duty too. The best carpet in the world is known to come from Iran where by they are the biggest exporter of carpets. The next flooring material is the hardwoods. As the name suggests, these are made from some of the finest hardwoods around, and they are great for decoration and can last over many years of usage.

Price wise, the woods are not cheap as they are getting scarce nowadays and the demand for them is high. The tiles are very popular among the home renovators as they can be mixed and match into any pattern the person wants. They are also come in many shapes and sizes. Although fixing them is not as easy as other materials they are still very much in demand due to their flexible design and durability.

As for vinyl and laminate, they are mostly used in place of the above material because of their ability to combine all the texture of the woods and tiles materials with shape that copied as close as of that of the original material like woods or tiles. They are reasonable on the price too if compared with woods or tiles and can be easily fixed. For more information and professional guidance, you may proceed to their website.

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Dad hopeful son, reporting in Syria, turns up safe

DALLAS (AP) ? The father of an American freelance journalist working in volatile regions of Syria said late Thursday that he's hopeful his son will turn up safe even though he hasn't been in contact with his editors or his family in Texas in more than a week.

Austin Tice, a former Marine, has reported for The Washington Post, McClatchy Newspapers and other media outlets from the Middle Eastern country, where he had recently spent time with rebel fighters. He was expected back in the U.S. in mid-August.

"It's not uncommon for various journalists moving in and about Syria to be out of communication. We're very hopeful that that is what is happening," his father, Marc Tice, told The Associated Press in a telephone interview from his home in Houston.

The Washington Post reported that the 31-year-old Tice spent time with rebel fighters in the north after entering Syria from Turkey in May. He then traveled to Damascus, where he was one of the few Western journalists reporting from the capital.

His father said he knows nothing more of the situation beyond what is being reported by the media outlets, but he believes his son's military training will help him. He said his last contact with his son was on Aug. 12.

"It was an ordinary email exchange. There wasn't anything unusual or concerning about the exchange. But we all know the level of risk he faces," he said. "He was conscious of the risk and willing to take that risk."

Austin Tice was living in Washington before heading overseas, and had been attending law school at Georgetown University between deployments and his latest reporting trip, his father said.

Washington Post and McClatchy executives said they were deeply concerned about Tice and hailed his reporting. Both organizations said they were working with the U.S. State Department and other news outlets to find him.

"We're focused intensively on trying to ascertain his whereabouts and ensure his safe return," Post executive editor Marcus Brauchli said in a statement. Anders Gyllenhaal, McClatchy vice president for news, added: "Journalists like Austin from all over the world risk their lives every day to cover the news."

U.S. State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland said the agency was working to get more information on Tice's welfare and whereabouts thanks to the help of the Czech Embassy, which represents U.S. interests in Syria.

"We have long expressed concern about the safety for journalists in Syria," she said in a statement. "We strongly urge all sides to ensure the safety of journalists in Syria."

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Associated Press writers Erin Gartner in Chicago and Jay Arnold in Washington contributed to this report.

Source: http://news.yahoo.com/dad-hopeful-son-reporting-syria-turns-safe-032410179.html

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Friday, August 24, 2012

Israel outraged over S. Africa ?occupied territories? labeling

Israel denounces a South African decision to assign special labels on goods originating in the West Bank, calling the decision ?blatant discrimination? against the Jewish state. Pretoria argues the move is consistent with its national law.

?The South African cabinet has approved the trade and industry department?s notice demanding merchandise originating from the ?Israeli occupied territories? to be labeled as such.

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Executive Speech Coach - Business Presentations: Six Words to ...

Can you summarize your presentation in six words? If you know your message, you can state it in a few words. If you need 30 minutes to explain it, then you really don?t know it. What would you do if the decision maker said, ?You have six words ? go.?

Enjoy these six word presentation summaries:

Buy low, sell high, discover how

Stop wasting money on expensive advertising

Join us for weekly breakfast networking

Think about it before you speak

Never, never give up. Call us

Don?t drink and drive. Arrive alive

Find the right mate for you

You can fight cancer. Donate today

Success is simple but not easy

Problems are opportunities but often overlooked

Love your customers. Attract them back

Buying insurance sucks. Being without devastates

Seatbelts saves lives, maybe yours

Help those who can?t help themselves.

Relax. Enjoy. You are getting older.

Don?t stop questioning. We need you.

Imagine, say it in six words

Add your six word message below.

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Africa Shows Increasing Economic Growth, Says Ex-Belgium PM

Belgium?s former prime minister says the launch of Forbes Afrique magazine is an indication of dramatic economic growth under way in Africa.

Guy Verhofstadt, who is also leader of the Liberals and Democrats in the European parliament, said there are strong indications of a growing middle class, which he said, is good for the continent.

?If you look to the figures you will see that Africa is growing now in the last 10 years with an average of more or less six percent every year,? Verhofstadt said. ?You see also a growing middle class, an emerging middle class.?

?It?s that Africa shall be in the center of the challenges of the future -- economic challenges, challenges of security and also geo-political challenges.?

Verhofstadt?s comments follow the recent launch of the Forbes magazine in the Congo Republic?s capital, Brazzaville.

Officials of Forbes Afrique say issues of the magazine will include individual stories reflecting Africa?s economic success, profiles of business leaders and rankings of the top performing new or established companies. ???????
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Verhofstadt hailed the launch of the Forbes Afrique magazine.

?It?s very important that the editor at Forbes has taken the decision to make a special edition for Africa,? Verhofstadt said, adding that Africa represents the future, ?economically and politically.?

According to officials, the Forbes Afrique magazine? will be distributed in 23 Francophone African countries including: Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Comoros, Ivory Coast, Djibouti, Gabon, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Niger, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo , Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Chad and Togo.

Verhofstadt said that for Africa to succeed, it should form more equitable relationships with Europe, including more economic assistance to African nations.

?There is also a need for economic reforms in Africa, for judicial certainty and there is also need for consideration of property rights in Africa,? he said. ?All these are necessary if we want to see a better economic outlook for the future.?

China recently said it would offer $20 billion in new loans to Africa, which is double the amount the Asian country agreed to lend to the African countries in 2009.

Analysts say if China continues to be Africa?s largest trading partner, the trend could soon undermine trade relations between the continent and European countries, which they said, could negatively impact European economies.?

Verhofstadt also noted China?s growing influence in Africa, and noted there could be negative consequences.

??We see more and more influence of the Chinese in a number of countries with a number of good results but also a number of bad results with some dangers? These policies of the Chinese are creating the danger that there [are] new debts that shall emerge in Africa,? said Verhofstadt.

Verhofstadt underscores the need for European countries to foster stronger relations with Africa.

??The best strategy that we can follow as Europeans is to combine our forces?,? he said. ?What should be better is to make a global package to the different countries of Africa? If we could combine all these -- aid, money and programs -- then you should have a good alternative [to] the policies followed by the Chinese [in Africa].?

Verhofstadt called on African countries to invest in good governance since he said that appears to be the problem the continent faces. He said the current growth Africa enjoys could better.

?Six percent growth in Africa is not bad, but it could be 10 percent, a double-digit growth, if there was more democracy and if there was more transparency and more democratic accountability,? he said.

Clottey interview with Guy Verhofstadt, Belgium?s former prime minister

Source: http://www.voanews.com/content/africa-shows-increasing-economic-growth-says-ex-belgium-pm/1494726.html

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SKorean court ends law requiring real names online

(AP) ? A South Korean court ended a law requiring Internet contributors to use their real names to leave comments, ruling unanimously Thursday that the policy undermined free speech.

The online naming law took effect in 2007 under a bipartisan push to curb libeling, the spread of false rumors and abusive comments in the cyber space. South Korea saw a flurry of celebrity suicides allegedly motivated by malicious online comments, which mobilized the move to control the Internet space.

The eight judges at the Constitutional Court said the real name policy discouraged people from voicing dissents out of concern they would be punished.

"Expressions under anonymity or pseudonym allow (people) to voice criticism on majority opinion without giving into external pressure," the court said. "Even if there is a side effect to online anonymity, it should be strongly protected for its constitutional value."

The court also said it found no proof that the law helped decrease libel or the spread of rumors and false information.

Under the real-name policy, nearly 150 websites with over 100,000 daily visitors, often very popular destinations for South Koreans, required submission of identity information to leave comments.

The regulation also prompted South Koreans, including popular online pundits and critics of government policies, to find an anonymous refuge in overseas services such as Google and Twitter. Some argued the law discriminated against domestic Internet services.

Observers said a series of security breach that leaked millions of personal data from those websites that adopted real-name policy also factored in the decision.

Others said the ruling, while it is a significant step toward fostering freedom of speech, addresses a small part of broader regulations that are still tightly controlling the Internet space in one of the world's most wired countries.

Even though South Korea has a vibrant democracy and Asia's fourth-largest economy, a batch of laws that regulate the Internet are still in place, critics say.

"Real name policies are still intact in many other places. Teens and their parents should verify their names to play online games and during election campaign periods, no anonymous comments are allowed," at websites of media companies, said Jinbo Net activist Chang Yeo-kyung.

Until recently, South Koreans could be criminally punished for leaving false information online. Before 2012, South Koreans were not allowed to disclose in the cyber space their support or opposition of a political party or a candidate. These bills were ruled unconstitutional in 2010 and in 2011.

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