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Anti-terror raids held across Europe | 5 | 7,700 | news |
I've recently become a big fan of BH Cosmetics and picked up a few (and by "a few", I mean "six") of their waterproof lip liners in my most recent order. I just wanted to try a few new liner colors and didn't really care what brand they were, but because BH is so affordable and I was so pleased with my first two orders, I stocked up. I am so glad I did because these liners are amazing. First of all, they go on really smoothly and have great color payoff. Secondly, they are incredibly long lasting. I have been living in "spiced" and wore it all afternoon/evening the other day. I put it on in the afternoon. I had tea and water and probably a snack. Then Nick and I went to a full dinner (apps, bread, main course, and coffee afterward). I started to get self conscious about my lip color early on in the dinner. If you like to wear bold lips too, you know what I was going through. Bold lip colors don't look so hot when they start to fade, or worse, come off completely in the middle or smear all over your face. I could only imagine what my face looked like. So I asked Nick and he just said that it was "fine." Normally the word "fine" is not what I like to hear because "fine" never really means fine . But in this case, I think "fine" was actually an appropriate word "just fine!" might have been even better. It was a dimly lit dinner, so I just waited it out. Then when I got back to the car, to my surprise, I still had full lip color. Score! The darker colors naturally have a little better coverage. I think that spiced has the best coverage, but they all can do the job. When I wear these, I line and fill in my full lips with the liner, but I usually use a lipstick as well. For this post, I didn't use anything but the liner. Liner (on sale!) | Necklace (on sale!) | Tee | 4 | 7,701 | lifestyle |
Azusa Pacific University RB Terrell Watson ran for 55 yards and was named NFLPA Collegiate Bowl MVP. National shut out American 17-0 to win their fourth straight NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. | 1 | 7,702 | sports |
The Dukes' L.G. Gill and Darius Lewis show off their above-the-rim skills against VCU with these slams. | 8 | 7,703 | video |
Dennis Siver doesn't fear Conor McGregor. Hear what he has to say ahead of their bout. | 1 | 7,704 | sports |
Perfect for any special day, a set of these tile photo coasters will cost less than $5 to make. The square tiles from your local home goods store makes this DIY a unique way to showcase your favorite Hipstamatic and Instagram snaps. All you need is some Mod Podge and a bit of felt to complete this fun project. Stack and wrap the finished photo coasters with a ribbon, and you've got the perfect gift for someone special. These coasters are so cute, you'll probably end up making another set for yourself. What You'll Need: Four 4-by-4-inch white tiles Four 4-by-4-inch square pictures Scissors Mod Podge Foam brush Felt Hot glue gun Length of ribbon Clear spray sealant Directions: Pick up small white tiles at your local home goods store, which will run you less than a dollar each. You can also go with a colored tile for a more personalized DIY. Select pictures to use for the project, resize to four by four inches on your computer, then print. Select images to fit the special day, such as cute shots of your nieces and nephews for Mother's Day , snow-filled pictures for the holiday seasons, or fun snaps for a special birthday. Cut out the pictures, rounding the edges, which gives the finished photo coasters a nice look. Coat the front of the tile with a thin layer of Mod Podge, then center and press a picture to the tile. Let dry for 20 minutes, then coat the top of the picture with a light coating of Mod Podge, brushing horizontally then vertically. Let dry for another 20 minutes and then lightly coat again, sealing the top of the coaster and ensuring the photo is completely adhered to the tile. Cut four small one-inch squares from the felt for each tile, and use a hot glue gun to stick one square of felt to each corner of the tile. Give the dry photo coasters a quick coat of clear spray sealant, which will completely moisture-proof the finished project. Wrap the finished stacked tile photo coasters with a length of ribbon, and they are ready to give to someone special. Or keep them for yourself and enjoy the next time you're savoring your favorite beverage. | 4 | 7,705 | lifestyle |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- No. 1 Kentucky earned a break with another Southeastern Conference blowout marked by relentless defense, rebounding and a couple of sharp-shooting freshmen. The reward: A day off from coach John Calipari. Freshman Devin Booker scored 13 points and remained solid from the perimeter and the Wildcats coasted to their second straight lopsided SEC win with a 70-48 victory over Alabama on Saturday. As a result, Calipari gets to watch son Brad play for a Massachusetts prep school and the players can relax on Sunday. The Wildcats did it with a mix of inside-outside scoring. "I told guys if you don't throw it to the post, you're coming out," Calipari said. "It's pretty simple. Everybody said, 'Boy, they had great energy today.' Because they had a choice. There's one of two things happening: You're going to play and defend like you're crazy. You're going to go do your thing and get a day off (Sunday). Or we're practicing." The Wildcats (17-0, 4-0) withstood an early second-half rally by the Crimson Tide (12-5, 2-2) before brushing off the potential challenge. The win gives Kentucky the program's third-best start. It wasn't a laugher like Tuesday night's 86-37 win over Missouri, but the bigger, deeper Wildcats easily overwhelmed an Alabama team that had won six of its last seven games. Kentucky made 8 of 17 3-pointers, including three apiece by freshmen Tyler Ulis and Booker, who had 10 second-half points. Ulis and Dakari Johnson scored 11 points for Kentucky, while Willie Cauley-Stein had nine. Booker has now made 20 of 28 3-pointers over the last seven games. It's not the first such hot streak he's had, but he's enjoying it while it lasts. "It's like I'm shooting into the ocean now," said Booker, who made 3 of 6 from long range. "It's really coming easy for me. "At the beginning of the year, I started out in slumps and I kept telling everybody, 'Shooters keep shooting.' That's what I did, and now it's falling." Levi Randolph led Alabama with 13 points and Rodney Cooper added 10. Kentucky hit 50 percent of its shots (23 of 46) and missed only two of 18 free-throw attempts. Kentucky continued the week's romp through the SEC and used two big runs to take a 35-17 lead by halftime, easily the Tide's lowest first-half total. "They're obviously the No. 1 team in the country for a reason," Alabama coach Anthony Grant said. "You look at the size, the length, their ability to defend. It was difficult to find quality shots against them." Alabama trimmed the lead in half with a 13-4 run coming out of the locker room, when the Wildcats missed their first five shots. The rally was short-lived, and then it got worse for the Tide. Big men Jimmie Taylor and Michael Kessens each picked up their fourth foul by the 11:30 mark of the second half, creating an even bigger mismatch around the basket. "They started going inside and kind of got the momentum back," Randolph said. The Wildcats reclaimed control with 10 straight points en route to a 16-2 run that featured two 3-pointers by Ulis, one by Booker and a powerful dunk by Cauley-Stein. The lead eventually ballooned to 28 points, but the comfortable margin was set up with two stretches in the first half. The Wildcats made four 3-pointers during a 19-5 spurt. Then they fashioned a 12-1 spurt on strong inside play and free throws. The Tide made only one field goal over the last 9:30, while Johnson and Karl-Anthony Towns went to work for Kentucky. TIP-INS Kentucky: Outrebounded Alabama 30-21 and forced 15 turnovers. No player attempted more than seven shots, with Johnson and Booker both making 4 of 7. Alabama: Now 2-2 at home against top-ranked teams. A No. 1 team hadn't visited Coleman Coliseum since 1994, when Alabama beat Arkansas. It was the Tide's first sellout since hosting Kentucky in January 2013. | 1 | 7,706 | sports |
Considering Saturday's matches featured several questionable offsides calls, should the EPL institute an instant replay system? Kevin Egan weighs in. | 1 | 7,707 | sports |
Regions offer something deliciously different to their surrounding country - it might be an area with remarkable scenery, a pocket of distinctive culture, or land tied to a long history. Here are Lonely Planet's 10 best regions to explore in 2015. 1. Gallipoli, Turkey Close to the ancient city of Troy and on the northwestern side of the Dardanelles Strait, this slender peninsula has seen more than its fair share of invasions. The most recent was the Allied naval attack on the Dardanelles in March 1915 and the landings of Allied troops on the peninsula on 25 April 1915. This year Australians and New Zealanders are expected to arrive in the thousands to commemorate the involvement of Anzac (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) troops in the landing. 2. Rocky Mountain National Park, USA These snowy peaks and mountain lakes define the glory of the American West. Here you'll find herds of grazing elk, rivers teeming with trout, high-altitude fir forests and 355 miles of hiking trails. In 2015, Rocky Mountain celebrates its 100th anniversary. Expect special speakers, community events, art exhibitions, concerts of mountain-themed songs and a parade of vintage Ford Model Ts along the park's highway. So join in the patriotic fun in one of America's most thrilling national parks. 3. Toledo, Belize Toledo is still the province of adventure travelers but its days as a backwater are coming to a close. An $8 million asphalt road continues to be built from the Southern Highway towards the border of Guatemala - when completed, it will form part of the Pan-American Highway. Once the road reaches the tiny village of Jalacte, Belize's third (and Toledo's only) international land border crossing will open, connecting Toledo's tiny Maya villages with neighboring Guatemala and the world beyond. 4. Tasmania, Australia Tasmania was home to some of the first convict ships to land in Australia, and the haunting tales of those arrivals permeate the state. The island state already contains a lifetime's worth of adventures but in 2015 the second stretch of the Three Capes Track will open. The second stage of Tasmania's coastal bushwalking experience will link Denmans Cove, opposite Port Arthur, with Cape Hauy, via 35km of redeveloped walking track taking in the stunning sea cliffs of Tasman National Park. 5. Arctic Norway, Norway Northern Norway is always light fantastic. But note 20 March in your agenda: all light will disappear for a couple of minutes when the moon blocks out the sun. And the place to witness this celestial event is Svalbard, midway between Norway and the North Pole, where polar bears outnumber people. Speaking of light, the high activity of the aurora borealis will continue in 2015; watch as the polar sky illuminates when solar winds interact with charged particles in the earth's magnetic field. 6. Khumbu, Nepal Everest is a classic journey following the footsteps of Tenzing and Hillary into the planet's most jaw-dropping mountain arena, home to the world's highest peak. With Nepal's Maoist uprising firmly behind it, trekkers are rediscovering the region's remoter trails. Try the high-altitude Three Passes trek or adventurous Mera Peak expedition. And since 2015 marks a half-century since Major Jimmy Roberts organized the first commercial trek in Nepal, it might be time to dust off those trekking boots. 7. The Copper Canyon, Mexico Traditionally, visitors approached the canyons via the classic but time-consuming Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacifíco rail route. Now travelers can get the 'wow' without the 'ow'. New activities for 2015 will include a far-off-road running trip with the indigenous Tarahumara people and biking down the newly paved road to Batopilas, a town in the tropical canyon valleys. Parque de Aventura Barrancas del Cobre is adding a brace of highs: the world's longest zip line and a slingshot ride. 8. Flores, Indonesia Start with the dragons and end with picture-perfect beaches, in between diving, tropical forests and smoking volcanoes. Now with newly improved airports and better roads, Flores offers great overland adventure. In the west, Labuanbajo is a laid-back port town made for travelers. Komodo National Park is home to the namesake lizards, Rinca has had a major revamp, and heading east there are new tourist offices, cafes and guesthouses in towns and small cities such as Bajawa and Moni. 9. Atacama Desert, Chile The Atacama gripped the world's attention in 2010 when a collapsed mine trapped 33 Chilean miners underground. After their rescue, Hollywood filmed adventure flick The 33. The subterranean drama set the stage for developments in the opposite space - the clear skies above the sun-parched desert. Chile has launched the largest astronomical project in existence. With astronomer-led stargazing tours leaving nightly from the village of San Pedro de Atacama, there's never been a better time to visit. 10. Macau, China Macau has grown into a mélange of new world glamor and old world grit. Its Portuguese heritage has created a fusion cuisine that combines European, African, Indian and Chinese elements. Where else can you make an incense offering at an ancient Chinese Buddhist temple, take the world's highest bungee jump, have a Michelin-star meal and a street food midnight snack? And with a new light rail system in the works, plus a slew of new casinos under construction, 2015 promises to be a banner year. | 2 | 7,708 | travel |
A French TV talk show debates the importance of education in stopping terrorism. CNN's Jim Bitterman has more. | 5 | 7,709 | news |
Watch highlights of Providence's win over Creighton. | 8 | 7,710 | video |
Following in his father's footsteps? Maybe. All eyes are on the Bulldogs' Domantas Sabonis as he hammers down this one-hand jam against LMU. | 1 | 7,711 | sports |
Check out this highlight reel of fabulous dunks from Kentucky's Karl-Anthony Towns, Texas' Prince Ibeh, Iowa State's Jameel McKay, Arizona's Brandon Ashley and more on an exciting Saturday of college basketball | 8 | 7,712 | video |
Now we know that Idina Menzel will sing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl, and the over/under is set at 122.5 seconds. Which side are you betting on? | 8 | 7,713 | video |
Uzbekistan win 3-1 to take second place in Group B of the Asian Cup and follow group winners China into the knockout stage | 8 | 7,714 | video |
China hold on for a 2-1 win over North Korea to top Group B in the Asian Cup and progress to the quarter-finals | 8 | 7,715 | video |
Study reveals how much bacteria is growing on mobile devices | 8 | 7,716 | video |
What lead to outbreak? | 5 | 7,717 | news |
Actor Gbenga Akinnagbe tells CNN's Brian Stelter why he thinks "Selma" director Ava DuVernay did not receive an Academy Award nomination. | 8 | 7,718 | video |
Paging all shoe-lovers - and that's all of us, right? The Spring '15 runways gave us a whole new crop of kicks to covet for this season. So what exactly do we have to look forward to? Designers emphasized wearability and ease, delivering flatforms and block heels, not to mention a selection of flats, dressed up with fringe and embellishment so you don't even have to feel guilty about not wearing your heels. It's all right here; just scroll for your preview of Spring's new footwear. Woven Details Whether crafted with a more natural look or made of more futuristic technicolor fabric, like the shoes at Alexander Wang, woven cropped up at some of our favorite designers, giving subtle dimension to heels and Spring sandals. 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2015 Sportmax Spring 2015 Bottega Veneta Spring 2015 Altuzarra Spring 2015 Alexander Wang Spring 2015 Michael Kors Spring 2015 Power Pumps Pointed toes and high stiletto heels were still the mark of a great power pump. Spring '15's iterations come with ankle straps, slingbacks, too, and in every case, they're still a sign of classic womanly dressing. Wes Gordon Spring 2015 Costello Tagliapietra Spring 2015 Zac Posen Spring 2015 Lela Rose Spring 2015 All Laced Up Whether they're tied up around the ankle and even the calf, we're already predicting that statement-making lace-up sandals will be any fashion girl's must-have footwear come Spring.Nonoo Spring 2015 Etro Spring 2015 Alberta Ferretti Spring 2015 Marchesa Spring 2015 Erdem Spring 2015 Sophia Webster Spring 2015 Topshop Unique Spring 2015 Ohne Titel Spring 2015 Cynthia Rowley Spring 2015 Thakoon Spring 2015 Michael Kors Spring 2015 Tibi Spring 2015 Western Influence With bold references, like spurs and the tougher, metal hardware at Marissa Webb, or more subtle influence, like the shape of the shoes at Victoria Beckham, Western-inspired kicks are having a moment. Marissa Webb Spring 2015 Emilio Pucci Spring 2015 Prada Spring 2015 Gucci Spring 2015 Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2015 Victoria Beckham Spring 2015 Marissa Webb Spring 2015 Fancy Flats Embellishments, feathered details, fringe, and multistrap buckles made Spring '15 sandals anything but average. These flats are dressy enough to wear right along with your party dress. Oscar de la Renta Spring 2015 Fausto Puglisi Spring 2015 MSGM Spring 2015 Fausto Puglisi Spring 2015 Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2015 Emporio Armani Spring 2015 Sophia Webster Spring 2015 Christopher Kane Spring 2015 Tibi Spring 2015 Tracy Reese Spring 2015 Kate Spade Spring 2015 Peter Som Spring 2015 Suno Spring 2015 Vivienne Tam Spring 2015 Colorblock Two tones - sometimes even three - are better than one. That was the lesson with the colorblock sandals, ankle-straps, and slides that hit the runway. The best part? They'll add interest to your outfit without even trying. Suno Spring 2015 Versace Spring 2015 Tods Spring 2015 Burberry Spring 2015 Anna Sui Spring 2015 Creatures of the Wind Spring 2015 J.Crew Spring 2015 Preen Spring 2015 Matthew Williamson Spring 2015 Antonio Berardi Spring 2015 DKNY Spring 2015 Carolina Herrera Spring 2015 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2015 Flatforms Spring's references to the '70s brought out a return of the flatform.Carolina Herrera Spring 2015 Marni Spring 2015 Fendi Spring 2015 Ports 1961 Spring 2015 Roberto Cavalli Spring 2015 Just Cavalli Spring 2015 Marchesa Spring 2015 Coach Spring 2015 Richard Chai Spring 2015 Derek Lam Spring 2015 DKNY Spring 2015 Creatures of the Wind Spring 2015 Block Heels Forget tall, spindly stilettos - the heel to have for Spring is a wide, supportive block heel. Feet, rejoice!Proenza Schouler Spring 2015 Jil Sander Spring 2015 Jonathan Saunders Spring 2015 Tibi Spring 2015 Tory Burch Spring 2015 Proenza Schouler Spring 2015 Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2015 Christian Siriano Spring 2015 | 4 | 7,719 | lifestyle |
The Secret Service says shots were fired near the Delaware home of Vice President Joe Biden last night. CNN's Erin McPike reports. | 5 | 7,720 | news |
Big12 Kansas vs Iowa State | 8 | 7,721 | video |
Brian Stelter examines the mementos and messages from around the world that have become a poignant memorial to the slain Charlie Hebdo staffers. | 8 | 7,722 | video |
Home is where the heart is, and where the birth is too these days. Statistics show that the home-birth rate increased 20 percent between 2004 and 2008 after a 15-year slide, and the delivery method is appealing to a wide range of women. Credit Ricki Lake for that. Her Business of Being Born book and documentary have turned a new generation of moms-to-be on to the movement. Check out 15 celeb moms who've opted out of the hospital experience to give birth to their little ones at home. Pamela Anderson It may surprise her fans, but Pamela Anderson gave birth to both her sons at home, saying, "I gave birth at home both times - natural - with a midwife, in water . . . with nothing." Demi Moore After showing off her growing belly on the cover of Vanity Fair, Demi Moore gave birth to Rumer Willis at home and subsequently welcomed Scout and Tallulah Willis in her home as well. Meryl Streep Meryl Streep doesn't just call her home a place to store her Oscars: it's also the place she welcomed one of her daughters. Meryl is said to have had a home birth for at least one of her daughters there. Joely Fisher Joely Fisher raved about her home birth experience in 2006, saying, "I had this miraculous birth, and the first one (Skylar Grace) was fine, and here she is - she's almost 6 and gorgeous and smart and funny and loves American Idol. But I decided to have her at home and had a lot of friends around, and of course, her father was there. And of course, the doctor, the doula, the midwife, the butcher, baker, and candlestick maker." Julianne Moore Julianne Moore, whose daughter, Liv, was welcomed at home, has contributed to Ricki Lake's home-birth-advocacy mission. Woody Harrelson It comes as little surprise that Woody Harrelson's wife, Laura Louie, gave birth to their three daughters at their Maui home in Hawaii. Jennifer Connelly Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany used a birthing pool at home to bring Agnes Lark, their second child together, into the world. Cindy Crawford Cindy Crawford is one of Hollywood's most famous home-birthers, welcoming baby Presley in her LA home, People reported, "Eager to shield her privacy, Crawford gave birth in the couple's Brentwood home under the supervision of a midwife and a nurse - and the anxious, joyful gaze of her husband." Mayim Bialik Mayim Bialik delivered her second son, Frederick, at home with a doula, her husband, and her older son, Miles, by her side. Of the home birth, Mayim said, "Three pushes later, Frederick slithered out, and Miles was carried out of his high chair to cut the cord. A small spurt of blood startled him, and he promptly asked my husband to finish the job . . . Miles then sat down on the floor and, minutes later, was handed a bundled-up, wide-eyed baby brother. He clung to that baby for enough minutes that the midwife had to separate them." Gisele Bündchen Supermodels are strong! When Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady were ready to welcome baby Benjamin, they headed to the bathtub in their Beacon Hill home in Boston for the main event. Gisele recalled, "Giving birth was the most intense and life-changing experience of my life. I am blessed to have had the opportunity to deliver at home, surrounded by love and where I felt safe. It was a really great experience. I never felt so vulnerable but so strong at the same time."Gisele is also believed to have given birth to baby Vivian at home in late 2012. Alyson Hannigan Alyson Hannigan became a home-birth convert after watching Ricki Lake's The Business of Being Born. She said, "It wasn't something I knew I was going to do before I got pregnant, but once I was pregnant, I did more research, and I watched The Business of Being Born, and that sealed the deal. It's not the right choice for everyone, but it definitely was for me. I never wavered on it. I knew if I needed to go to the hospital I would, but thankfully everything went well, and it was a magnificent experience." Alanis Morissette Alanis Morissette gave birth to a baby boy in the privacy of her own home, after telling the media, "Our intention is to do a natural birth at home. But I 'get' that the baby has his own intentions. I have an amazing midwife, and I'm using a doula. But we have a backup plan: I've called all the doctors, and we'll be ready if something should happen." Kelly Preston Though baby Benjamin was born in a Florida hospital, it is believed that Kelly Preston and John Travolta welcomed Ella Bleu in their home. Ricki Lake After expressing disappointment with the hospital birth of her first son, Milo, Ricki Lake explored the world of home births before welcoming Owen in 2001. Her younger son's birth is one of the stories told in The Business of Being Born and was the launching pad for the former (and future) talk-show host's advocacy of midwives. Lisa Bonet Lisa Bonet was such a fan of the home-birthing experience that she did it twice! First with daughter Zoë and more recently with Lola. | 4 | 7,723 | lifestyle |
The Cyclones were able to expose the Jayhawks in transition on its way to an 86-81 victory Saturday night. Hear what both Fred Holberg and Bill Self had to say after the game. | 8 | 7,724 | video |
No one ever believes youâre mad. | 8 | 7,725 | video |
Hacking is about to get more dangerous. In recent years, a string of high-profile attacks on companies like Target and Sony Pictures has highlighted the importance of computer security. But almost all of the recent attacks have had one upside: they didn't kill anyone. Indeed, most hacks haven't done any physical damage at all. But that could soon change. The recent Consumer Electronic Show was full of car companies promoting plans to build ever more sophisticated computers into automobiles . Cars are going to have sophisticated navigation and entertainment systems, they'll integrate better with our smartphones, and they'll have better and better self-driving capabilities. That will make our cars more convenient, efficient, and safer. But it's also going to make it easier for tech-savvy troublemakers to cause serious harm or even car crashes. Cars are increasingly becoming computer networks on wheels Modern-day automobiles already contain dozens of computer systems that handle a wide variety of functions, from playing music to deciding when to deploy the airbags. These computers often need to communicate with each other for example, data from the speedometer and braking systems can help decide whether to lock the seat belts in anticipation of a crash so they're frequently linked together on shared networks. Until recently, this didn't create much of a hacking risk because attackers could only access the car's internal network if they had physical access to the car. (And of course, someone with physical access can already do damage by slashing tires or cutting brake lines.) But cars are becoming more connected and therefore more vulnerable to the outside world. In 2011, researchers at the University of California at Santa Barbara and the University of Washington conducted an in-depth study of a particular late-model vehicle (they didn't say which one). They found it was alarmingly vulnerable to external attack. In one attack, they created a malicious music file that, if played on the car's stereo, would let the hackers gain control of the car's computer systems. In another, they demonstrated that they could hack into the diagnostic equipment used by auto mechanics using its wifi connection, and from there install malicious software onto vehicles being serviced. Hacking a car could do a lot of damage Perhaps the most alarming vulnerability was in the car's emergency-assistance system, which uses a cellular network to communicate with emergency response personnel in the event of a crash. The UCSB and UW researchers found that hackers could call the phone number associated with this system's wireless connection and play a series of tones to activate the car's modem and then hack into the vehicle. Once hackers gain control over a car using any of these methods, they can do a lot of damage. They can activate the vehicle's internal microphone and eavesdrop on conversations that take place inside. They can unlock the doors and disable the vehicle's security mechanisms, making car theft easy. Worst of all, attackers could cause the car to crash. A couple of years ago, for example, security researchers Charlie Miller and Chris Valesek demonstrated the ability to use the internal network of a Ford Escape to disable the brakes . They were also able to violently jerk the steering wheel of a Toyota Prius. If an attacker did these things while someone was driving down the highway, it could get people killed. It's still very hard to hack today's cars So why haven't we seen hackers send cars careening off the road yet? A big reason is that, for the time being, cars are still very different from computers or smartphones and attacks need to be highly focused in order to succeed. That won't always be the case. Because modern PCs and smartphones run a handful of standard operating systems Windows, Android, iOS a single piece of malware can compromise millions of devices. Up until now, cars have been different. The various computers inside a car each run custom software that may not be the same from model to model and from year to year. So to attack a particular vehicle, you have to know a lot about the specific software it's running and what vulnerabilities it has. Thus far, only a handful of academic researchers have had the talent and resources necessary to develop working car hacks. What's more, hacking PCs and smartphones is relatively easy because they're constantly connected to the internet. Hackers can create malware that spreads from one online machine to the next or scan random internet addresses looking for vulnerable computers. This kind of attack wouldn't work for today's cars. To hack their car via the cellular network, those UCSB and UW researchers had to know the specific phone number to call. It would be hopelessly inefficient for a hacker to call phone numbers at random until she reached a vulnerable vehicle. But cars will be far more hackable in the future But that's all likely to change and the next generation of cars will be even more vulnerable. Chevy, for example, is adding LTE wireless capabilities and an app store to its vehicles. BMW is adding wifi capabilities to its cars, which will feature a dashboard web browser . In short, cars are going to start looking more like conventional computers, which means they'll become more vulnerable to conventional attacks. In the next year or two, most car manufacturers are going to support Android Audio and Apple's Carplay standards that allow smartphones to control a car's dashboard touchscreen display. These interfaces could provide another potential route for hacking: first compromise vitims' phones (for example, by uploading malicious software to Google's app store ), then have the phones compromise their cars. These problems will get even worse as cars gain more sophisticated self-driving capabilities. Cars are going to need ways to download software upgrades, get updated maps, and look up information and road closures. Allowing cars to download all of that data without putting them at risk from hackers is going to be a challenging security problem. We need a culture change at auto companies None of these problems are insurmountable. Software companies have been grappling with internet security threats for nearly two decades, and they've gotten pretty good at it. But there are a couple of big obstacles. One is getting car companies to take security seriously. Safety has long been a major concern for the auto industry, but they've traditionally focused on problems caused by faulty components or driver error, not cyberattacks. "Traditionally automobiles have not been network-connected and thus manufacturers have not had to anticipate the actions of an external adversary," the UCSB and UW security researchers wrote in their 2011 paper. A comprehensive security audit of a car's software needs to become a standard part of a vehicle's safety testing process. Just as automakers conduct crash tests and see how crash dummies fare, so car companies should hire "red teams" to attempt to hack into cars in order to discover vulnerabilities. This will also require cultural and organizational changes inside of car companies. An important part of any computer security audit is to examine software's source code looking for programming mistakes that could cause vulnerabilities. But in many cases, car companies don't even have the source code for all of the computing devices in their vehicles. Their suppliers consider this proprietary information and guard it closely. That will have to change. Many of the vulnerabilities the UCSB and UW researchers discovered occurred because the creators of different computing systems inside the car made different security assumptions about how the software would fit together. Catching these kinds of problems will require a comprehensive view into the vehicle that only the automaker itself can have. So car companies will need to push their suppliers to share their source code and cooperate with security audits. The industry is responding slowly "Manufacturers have definitely taken the issue seriously, as well as the Society for Automotive Engineers, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration," says Stephen Checkoway. He was the lead author of that 2011 car-hacking study while he was a grad student at UCSB. He's now a computer science professor at Johns Hopkins University. "They've all reacted in what I can only characterize as the most positive way possible." Both the SAE and NHTSA have begun producing new standards and guidelines for guarding cars against online security threats. And some car companies have begun to make the issue a priority as well. General Motors, for example, recently hired its first Chief Product Cybersecurity Officer. A big problem, according car security researcher Chris Valasek, is a lack of transparency. Software companies like Microsoft and Twitter are highly engaged with the computer security community. That's not as true in the automotive industry. "Unless you purchase a car and tear it down, you don't really know what's there to protect you," Valasek says. Unfortunaey, "it's really expensive to get started. Cars and their parts and tools are costly." So few researchers have the necessary resources. In the long run, it will be in the interest of car companies to encourage security experts to tear apart their vehicles and find the vulnerabilities. Because if the good guys don't do it, the bad guys will. And that will be much worse for the car companies in the worst case, it could even cost some customers their lives. | 5 | 7,726 | news |
We wouldn't call ourselves label whores, per se, but we're hardly immune to their appeal. To wit: compliment our boots, and we'll be the first to tell you they're a 90%-off Céline score. But, one place we don't get too fancy is in the grocery store. Springing for the Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Trader Giotto's is about as upscale as our food purchases get, and that still costs less than most closet bargains. Israeli artist Peddy Mergui envisions a different world one in which the fashion set's label mania has indeed infiltrated our grocery stores, leaving us with Versace-branded eggs (in a sleek black carton, thanks very much), and eggshell-blue Tiffany-brand yogurt. You know, for when you care to slurp the very best. Click ahead for more of Mergui's luxury shopping list. Here's hoping the label freaks who looted the Chanel grocery store back in March don't strike again. (AdWeek) Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. We wouldn't call ourselves label whores, per se, but we're hardly immune to their appeal. To wit: compliment our boots, and we'll be the first to tell you they're a 90%-off Céline score. But, one place we don't get too fancy is in the grocery store. Springing for the Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Trader Giotto's is about as upscale as our food purchases get, and that still costs less than most closet bargains. Israeli artist Peddy Mergui envisions a different world one in which the fashion set's label mania has indeed infiltrated our grocery stores, leaving us with Versace-branded eggs (in a sleek black carton, thanks very much), and eggshell-blue Tiffany-brand yogurt. You know, for when you care to slurp the very best. Click ahead for more of Mergui's luxury shopping list. Here's hoping the label freaks who looted the Chanel grocery store back in March don't strike again. (AdWeek) Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Prada flour because King Arthur is so pedestrian, darling. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. A Tiffany & Co. ring is forever. A Tiffany & Co. yogurt is approximately two minutes. Please, don't propose with the latter. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Nike citrus: Just...boost your immune system? Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Just please don't ask the stock boy where he keeps the "Ver-sayce" eggs. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Hermès salt and pepper packets sure beats the generic envelopes they're giving away at the deli. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Dolce and Gabbana biscuits as long as you pay the sales tax, you should be okay. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Cartier coffee we're totally willing to drink gold flakes, if they contain caffeine. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Bulgari Butter let's hope the nickname "Bulge Butt" doesn't catch on for this. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Louis Vuitton sausage just when we thought we couldn't covet the LV logo more, you went and paired it with cured meats. Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Burberry ramen noodles are we Olivia Palermo yet? *Slurp* Photo: Courtesy of Peddy Mergui. Chanel baby formula we don't recommend, unless you want you child dispensing catty bon mots like Karl. | 4 | 7,727 | lifestyle |
Oscar-nominated war film "American Sniper" led U.S. and Canadian box office charts over the weekend with a record-setting $90.2 million in ticket sales. Linda So reports. | 8 | 7,728 | video |
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Celebrity chef Todd English and culinary nutritionist Diane Henderiks share some amazing recipes. Learn how to make them here! | 0 | 7,730 | foodanddrink |
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A California University of Pennsylvania women's basketball player was found dead in her apartment early Sunday morning. Shanice Clark, a 21-year-old senior, from Toronto, was found unresponsive at the Vulcan Village Apartments about 3 a.m. She was taken to Monongahela Valley Hospital, where she was pronounced dead about an hour later. Preliminary medical reports indicated that Clark choked on a piece of gum while she was sleeping. MORE: Notable sports death "Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Shanice Clark," athletics director Dr. Karen Hjerpe said of the 6-foot forward, who was a communication studies major. "Shanice was a bright student and talented player. Her smile and personality will be missed." The school's president echoed the AD's sentiment. "On behalf of California University of Pennsylvania, I extend my deepest sympathy to all of Shanice's family and friends," interim president Geraldine M. Jones said. "She will be missed by her teammates and coaches, her classmates, and by the entire campus community." | 1 | 7,732 | sports |
It's hard not to overpack when traveling, but there are a few tips and gadgets to help you minimize your luggage, and be prepared. Krystin Goodwin (@Krystingoodwin) has a few of the best tips and essentials to avoid overpacking. | 8 | 7,733 | video |
Pac12 Connecticut vs Stanford | 8 | 7,734 | video |
Rick Nash scored twice in the Rangers 5-2 win over the Penguins on Sunday. Nash now leads the NHL with 28 goals. | 1 | 7,735 | sports |
Bugs have been a dietary staple of many cultures for centuries. Yet Westerners have been slow to stomach the creepy crawlers. That may be changing. CNN's Rachel Crane heads to New York's The Black Ant to taste the latest restaurant trend. | 5 | 7,736 | news |
The Nationals are in the mix to land free agent pitch Max Scherzer. The guys talk about the impact that Scherzer would make in Washington. | 1 | 7,737 | sports |
Who will last longer Down Under? Venus or Serena? | 1 | 7,738 | sports |
Three-time winner Martin Kaymer was up ten shots at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship on Sunday, but ended up losing to Frenchman Gary Stal. Will this shake the German's confidence? | 1 | 7,739 | sports |
Which first-year college coach will have the most success in 2015? The guys make their picks. | 1 | 7,740 | sports |
Paul Pierce pulled off his best Russell Westbrook impression when talking to the media. Was it fair or foul for the veteran to mock Westbrook? | 1 | 7,741 | sports |
Ben Zobrist said a heartfelt "goodbye" to his former fans and colleagues Sunday. The two-time All-Star, traded to the Oakland Athletics on Jan. 10, published a note to Tampa Bay Rays players, officials and fans in Sunday's edition of the Tampa Bay Times. The utility man spent nine seasons with the Rays and closed as the franchise's leader in doubles (229) and walks (542). In addition, he ranked second in games played (1,064), hits (1,016), triples (32) and runs scored (565). Zobrist, 33, was named an All-Star in the 2009 and 2013 seasons. He was sent to Oakland in a deal that also involved shortstop Yunel Escobar, who was traded to the Washington Nationals last Wednesday. The Rays received shortstop Daniel Robertson, outfielder Boog Powell, catcher John Jaso and cash from the Athletics in return. You can follow Andrew Astleford on Twitter @aastleford or email him at [email protected] . | 1 | 7,742 | sports |
Uninspired by your own hair and lusting after those cute messy bobs you keep seeing around? We've all been there, right? Stuck in hair; stuck in life. When your hair doesn't feel right, nothing seems to go well. Something tells you that it's time for a major change.Well, a good haircut or color can catapult you into rockstar status in a way that makes you wonder if this is actually still real life. This kind of confidence boost can get you out of a life rut. Yes, letting go of your current look helps move you toward a fresh new tomorrow. So, make way for your new 'do. But first, check out this list of great reasons to go for that major cut you've been lusting over plus those few instances when it's better not to go for it. Like this post? There's more. Get tons of beauty tips, tutorials, and news on the Refinery29 Beauty Facebook page! Read This Before You Change Your Hair Uninspired by your own hair and lusting after those cute messy bobs you keep seeing around? We've all been there, right? Stuck in hair; stuck in life. When your hair doesn't feel right, nothing seems to go well. Something tells you that it's time for a major change. Well, a good haircut or color can catapult you into rockstar status in a way that makes you wonder if this is actually still real life. This kind of confidence boost can get you out of a life rut. Yes, letting go of your current look helps move you toward a fresh new tomorrow. So, make way for your new 'do. But first, check out this list of great reasons to go for that major cut you've been lusting over plus those few instances when it's better not to go for it.Like this post? There's more. Get tons of beauty tips, tutorials, and news on the Refinery29 Beauty Facebook page! Illustrated by Anna Sudit. When you feel generally stuck in life. There are times when we feel stuck and we don't know why. The general feeling of discontent or restlessness is common from time to time, and it can be hard to know how to deal. This is a good sign that change is in order. Changing your hair is a fantastic way to get the ball rolling and get you motivated in other areas of life, whatever they may be. Sometimes, just the small act of getting a chop will help you get past whatever may be holding you back. So, go ahead: Call up your stylist. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. When your hair is below your waistline. There's a point at which long hair ceases to look good and becomes more of a safety blanket to hide our fear of life behind. This has a highly scientific name called "hairding," or hair hoarding. If your tresses have grown past your waistline and you find yourself constantly making excuses for why you haven't trimmed it in two years, chances are you have some serious emotional baggage under that mane of yours. Time to seek help from your hairapist. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. You just went through a major breakup. When you decide to call it quits, there's nothing like a breakup cut to empower you and drive you forward. Many of us keep our hair a certain way to please our partners, whether we're conscious of it or not. But, when the relationship is over, the game is on! Go for that cut you've been obsessing over. A radical hair move is the perfect way to liberate yourself and celebrate being single again. Just don't pull a Brit and shave your head when you're "having a moment" unless you've thought it through and it's what you want, of course. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. You just moved to a new city. A big cross-country move is the perfect time to shake it up. Throw yourself a hair-warming party with a 'do that suits the new lifestyle you'll be living. If you've always wanted to be able to convince people you were "born this way," now's your chance to go red, blonde, chocolate brown, or any (human) shade you've always wanted to try. (Good luck trying to convince people you're a natural unicorn head.) Illustrated by Anna Sudit. You have a great new stylist. You feel like you've met your long-lost sister. Your new hairstylist has similar mannerisms, she is way cooler than you but doesn't act like it, and she just totally gets you. Now, you can finally relax in the chair and watch the magic happen. When you know you're in great hands, trust your stylist when they have a new idea, even if that means trying something totally new. Sometimes, they can sense that you need a change, even if you aren't totally aware of it yet. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. When NOT to make a major hair change: A major hair transition is a way to step into the world with a natural high and positive attitude. It's a choice you want to make with a clear head and excitement, not out of frustration and desperation. So, if any of the following sounds like you, think before you head to the salon (and especially before you attempt to do it yourself). Illustrated by Anna Sudit. Your friend changed her 'do and looks fabulous. Don't let hair envy cloud your judgment. Let her enjoy her moment of hair glory. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. Anything ex-related. When you run into an ex, and they tell you they liked your hair better before, this is not the time to agree and run to the salon with a picture of last year's mane. Try to remember why you broke up in the first place, and leave your hair out of it! Illustrated by Anna Sudit. Drinking and dyeing is dangerous. If you are generally impaired after a martini lunch or nursing a killer hangover, this is not the time for a salon run. It may, however, be time for a little "hair of the dog." Illustrated by Anna Sudit. You're going through something. Instead of pulling a Brit, wait until you feel a bit more stable, and then call your stylist. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. Illustrated by Anna Sudit. Like this post? There's more. Get tons of beauty tips, tutorials, and news on the Refinery29 Beauty Facebook page . Like us on Facebook we'll see you there! | 4 | 7,743 | lifestyle |
Tears of joy Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson cries after his team defeated the Green Bay Packers to win the NFC Championship game on Sunday in Seattle. The Seahawks won 28-22 to advance to Super Bowl XLIX. IMAGES: NFL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS To the victor go the hugs Jimmy Walker celebrates with his sons Mclain and Beckett after winning the Sony Open at Waialae Country Club on Sunday in Honolulu, Hawaii. Winning by a record nine shots, Walker captured the tournament for the second straight year. IMAGES: PGA TOUR WINNERS Pumped Pats LeGarrette Blount and Tom Brady of the Patriots celebrate a touchdown against the Colts during the AFC Championship Sunday in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots won 45-7. IMAGES: NFL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS Tyreke tames Raptors Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans scored 26 points, including the game-winning shot, in New Orleans' 95-93 win over the Raptors Sunday in Toronto. IMAGES: 2014-15 NBA SEASON Hat trick for the captain Detroit Red Wings left wing Henrik Zetterberg celebrates his third goal against the Buffalo Sabres in the third period in Detroit on Sunday. The Red Wings won 6-4. IMAGES: NHL SEASON Going back to the Super Bowl Jermaine Kearse of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates after catching the game-winning touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during overtime of the NFC Championship game on Sunday in Seattle. The Seahawks won 28-22 to advance to Super Bowl XLIX. IMAGES: NFL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS Luck down, out Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is tackled by Patriots defensive end Rob Ninkovich during the AFC Championship Sunday in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots won 45-7. IMAGES: NFL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS Robbed at the goal line Arizona Coyotes forward Tobias Rieder (8) has a scoring chance taken away by Winnipeg Jets goalie Ondrej Pavelec (31) on Sunday in Winnipeg. The Jets won 4-3 in a shootout. IMAGES: NHL SEASON He is the Ironman Tim Reed of Australia is greeted by fans en route to winning the Ironman 70.0 on Sunday in Auckland, New Zealand. Peloton power Team Giant - Alpecin riders control the peloton during the People's Choice Classic, a one day event prior to Stage 1 of the 2015 Santos Tour Down Under, on Sunday in Adelaide, Australia. Super dunk A man wearing a Superman costume makes a slam dunk after jumping on a trampoline during the dunk contest at MasterCard Center on Sunday in Beijing, China. Tastes like gold Gold medalist Justine Dufour-Lapointe of Canada celebrates victory during the medal ceremony for the Women's Moguls Final of the FIS Freestyle Ski and Snowboard World Championship on Sunday in Kreischberg, Austria. Shutout victory Goalkeeper David Ospina (left) of Arsenal dives to prevent a goal as David Silva of Manchester City looks on during their Barclays Premier League match on Sunday at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England. Arsenal won 2-0. Turkish tradition People ski with a rope attached wooden plate named "Petranboard," similar to the first versions of a snowboard, during the 8th Petranboard Skiing Festival on Sunday in Petran Plateau in Rize, Turkey. Expecting a victory Paris Saint-Germain's Argentinian midfielder Javier Pastore (center) celebrates after scoring a goal with Italian midfielder Marco Verratti (right) during the French L1 football match against Evian Thonon Gaillard at the Parc des Princes stadium on Sunday in Paris. Paris Saint-Germain won 4-2. Above the rim Daniel Kickert of Melbourne United (left) and Alex Pledger of the New Zealand Breakers compete for a rebound during the round 15 NBL match on Sunday at Vector Arena on Sunday in Auckland, New Zealand. The Breakers won 88-75. Spirit of the Congo A fan of DR Congo cheers during the African Cup of Nations Group B soccer match between DR Congo and Zambia on Sunday in Ebebiyin, Equatorial Guinea. No pain, no gain Goalkeeper Kristoffer Norfeldt of Sc Heerenveen blocks a kick by Kristoffer Peterson of FC Utrecht during their Dutch Eredivisie match on Sunday at the Galgenwaard Stadium in Utrecht, The Netherlands. Sc Heerenveen won 2-1. Bill can smile now Patriots head coach Bill Belichick holds the championship trophy after the AFC Championship Sunday in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots won 45-7. IMAGES: NFL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS Flipping out Nikola Sudova of Czech Republic competes in the Women's Moguls Final of the FIS Freestyle Ski and Snowboard World Championship on Sunday in Kreischberg, Austria. Feed the goal A penalty competition is held for fans during half-time in the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad stadium in Manchester, northern England. Bubbly celebration Lindsey Vonn of The USA sprays champagne after the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Women's downhill race in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Can't stop, won't stop Steffen Weinhold (center) of Germany is challenged by Egor Evdokimov (left) and Timur Dibirov (right) of Russia during the IHF Men's Handball World Championship group D match on Sunday at Lusail Multipurpose Hall in Doha, Qatar. Germany won 27-26. IMAGES: PREVIOUS DAY'S PHOTOS | 1 | 7,744 | sports |
In New York, $100 million gets you spectacular views of Central Park, high ceilings, rosewood floors, and Italian marble baths but more importantly, the bragging rights of breaking a record for the first single-family home in the city's history to change hands for such an insane amount of money. A buyer has bought the penthouse the entire 89th and 90th floors of the new One57 building, at 157 West 57th Street for $100.47 million. The buyer hasn't yet been revealed but the people who have been playing in this price range give some clue as to the kind of person that will pay that much for one home. The New York record was at one point held by Ekaterina Rybolovleva, the daughter of a Russian fertilizer billionaire, who paid $88 million for a place at 15 Central Park West in 2012. She actually got less value than the new record holder she paid $13,000 per square foot, compared to $9,000 a square foot for her new Central Park jogging buddy. Her apartment was cheap by the standards of her father, Dmitry, who bought Donald Trump's Palm Beach mansion for $95 million in 2008 when there was a global financial crisis going on for everyone else and apparently paid more than $300 million for a penthouse in Monaco. Her record had reportedly been broken anyway by hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman, who has bought an apartment in the same One57 building for $90 million "which he plans to flip for sport with a few close friends," the New York Daily News reports. Ackman's deal has not yet been officially recorded by the city but it would mean that one building holds the two highest prices ever paid for homes in New York. Another new addition to the city that all these people may bump into at a dinner party is Roman Abramovich, who has finally managed to buy a home in the city. The Russian oil baron and owner of Chelsea soccer club apparently bid $75 million bid for a home overlooking the park, which was turned down. That was a record for a co-op. Undeterred, Abramovich instead has spent $70 million buying townhouses on East 75h Street, in the Upper East Side, to turn into one super-mansion. Though Abramovich may find it awfully quiet. Apartments in some of New York's toniest precincts are vacant at least ten months out of the year, according to the US Census Bureau. Last year, Quartz wrote that for these new super-towers to break even, they need to sell at prices of $5,000 per square foot throughout the building some 30% higher than the record price paid for a penthouse a decade ago. We wondered if that was even possible. So far, the answer still seems to be yes. | 5 | 7,745 | news |
Best photos from the AFC and NFC Conference Championship games It's Patriots day Patriots head coach Bill Belichick holds the championship trophy after the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots won 45-7. Patriots strike first LeGarrette Blount and Tom Brady of the Patriots celebrate a first-quarter touchdown against the Colts during the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Taking a hit Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is tackled by Patriots defensive end Rob Ninkovich during the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Heady play Julian Edelman of the Patriots makes a catch against LaRon Landry of the Colts in the third quarter of the AFC Championship on Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Picked Colts inside linebacker D'Qwell Jackson intercepts a pass intended for Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski during the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Brady battles Tom Brady of the Patriots runs for a first down against the Colts during the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Pulling for the Pats Patriots cheerleaders perform during AFC Championship game against the Colts Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. A lineman's dream Patriots tackle Nate Solder scores a touchdown during third-quarter action of the AFC Championship against the Colts Jan. 18. Gronk spike Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Colts in the third quarter in the AFC Championship. Reach for the goal LeGarrette Blount of the Patriots runs for a touchdown against the Colts in the AFC Championship on Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. The rout is on The Patriots' Darrelle Revis celebrates his touchdown with teammates Logan Ryan and Chandler Jones during the third quarter of the AFC Championship game against the Colts on Jan. 18. Heading for six Patriots fullback James Develin scores on a one-yard touchdown pass against the Colts during the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Clotheslined and a catch Shane Vereen of the Patriots makes a catch in the first quarter against Jerrell Freeman of the Colts during the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. His Luck runs out Andrew Luck of the Colts reacts in the fourth quarter of the Patriots' 45-7 win in the AFC Championship Jan. 18 in Foxborough, Mass. Confetti time Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ricardo Lockette (83) celebrates with quarterback Russell Wilson, left, and other teammates after the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers on Jan. 18 in Seattle. The Seahawks won 28-22 in overtime to advance to Super Bowl XLIX. Victory celebration Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (15) throws the ball into the stands after scoring the game-winning touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during overtime of the NFC Championship game on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Show of emotion Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson cries after winning the NFL football NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Game winner The Seattle Seahawks' Jermaine Kearse catches the game-winning touchdown pass in front of the Green Bay Packers' Tramon Williams during overtime on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Unbridled joy Seattle Seahawks fans cheer during the second half of the NFL football NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Moving the pile Marshawn Lynch (24) of the Seattle Seahawks is tackled by the Green Bay Packers defense during the second half at CenturyLink Field on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Big leg Mason Crosby, left, of the Green Bay Packers kicks a field goal to tie the game in the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Crosby kicked five field goals in the game. Turning point Seattle Seahawks' Chris Matthews recovers an onside kick during the second half against the Green Bay Packers on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Tricky play Garry Gilliam of the Seattle Seahawks catches a pass for a touchdown on a fake field goal in front of Sean Richardson (28) of the Green Bay Packers during the third quarter on Jan. 18 in Seattle. No escape The Green Bay Packers' Clay Matthews sacks the Seattle Seahawks' Russell Wilson (3) during the second half on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Breakthrough Eddie Lacy #27 of the Green Bay Packers runs with the ball during the first quarter of the 2015 NFC Championship game against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Sign language Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers calls a play to Eddie Lacy #27 in the first half against the Seattle Seahawks on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Upended Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) is hit against the Green Bay Packers during the first half on Jan. 18 in Seattle. A pass in time Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers throws during the first half against the Seattle Seahawks on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Packer pick Sam Shields #37 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after a second quarter interception in the end zone against the Seattle Seahawks on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Cheering in the rain The Seattle Seahawks cheerleaders perform during the first half of the NFL football NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers on Jan. 18 in Seattle. On the goal line The Green Bay Packers and the Seattle Seahawks line up during the first half of the NFC Championship game on Jan. 18 in Seattle. Early fans Fans arrive to CenturyLink Field for the NFL football NFC Championship game between the Green Bay Packers and the Seattle Seahawks on Jan. 18 in Seattle. | 1 | 7,746 | sports |
We know people are obsessed with their Starbucks coffee, but this may be taking it a tad too far.The latest matrimonial trend for java junkies is tying the knot inside their favorite Starbucks. The unique nuptials are being captured under the hashtag #StarbucksWedding.The franchise may have recently banned employees from wearing engagement rings while at work, but they haven't yet stopped these on-the-fly ceremonies from going down.There are over 100 photos that currently live under the hashtag, including fully decked-out brides enjoying the chain's famous cake pops. The fun trend shows no signs of slowing down. Despite their obsession with Starbucks, some couples aren't actually saying "I do" inside their favorite franchise. They are, however, big enough fans to stop by their local store on the big day for wedding pics.This trend isn't for everyone, but if you love Starbucks this much, we say go for it! "Just married... performed another wedding ceremony in Starbucks. This one was really special... Can't wait for May for the big party... #starbuckswedding #kidsallgrownup" "Starbucks steampunk wedding. Yes this wedding happened inside starbucks. #Starbucks #starbuckspartner #tobeapartner #starbuckswedding" "Cake pops for everyone! #starbucks #tobeapartner #starbuckswedding" "So cute! A bride, groom, and Starbucks! #starbuckswedding #wedding #cute" "After all, we are your third home.. Congratulations to the couple who just signed their marriage certificates! #HePutARingOnIt ? ?? ?#MarriageMonday #StarbucksWedding #truelove" "Are we #StarbucksforLife worthy? I think yes! @Starbucks @StarbucksRewards @Starbucksnews @StarbucksStore #StarbucksWedding #WeddingDay #Coffee #Starbucks #SoCal #MerryChristmas #MarriedChristmas #HappyHolidays" "#starbucksweddingcouple! How cute!" | 4 | 7,747 | lifestyle |
CNN's Ivan Watson reports that Isis has released over 200 elderly and infant Yazidi prisoners taken over six months ago. | 5 | 7,748 | news |
At a VIP reveal of the 2016 Acura NSX , Acura flew in special guest, hip hop star, and actor Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, whom you may know from The Fast and the Furious franchise of movies. Bridges is a friend of the brand and a legitimate Acura enthusiast . In his remarks before and during the dinner event, he spoke fondly of his 1993 Acura Legend sedan, which has 230,000 miles, and was recently involved in an accident. The insurance company of the party that hit him wanted to write it off as a total loss. Bridges wasn't having that, and looked around for a body shop that could restore it, even though it meant paying out of pocket. Clearly Ludacris is a fan, so we asked him for his thoughts on the NSX the minute the sheet dropped. MT: So what do you think? CLB: "I'm a loss for words, I mean I don't know what to say -- it's amazing. It's almost like a hybrid between all of the great supercars, put together in one -- that's how I feel about it. As [exterior designer Michelle Christensen] continued to explain, the aerodynamics, the design, the body, it's one thing to look at it, it's another thing to hear. It's the future, man. This is the future. You see so many different car companies post pictures of what the car is supposed to look like, all of the prototypes and all that. This is actually here, you know what I mean, this is something that you see, that is supposed to be coming, but it's here and available to the world. So I applaud Acura for having this here. Of course the next thing is just about driving it. But in terms of how it looks it's amazing. Like I said, it's like a hybrid of all your favorite supercars, yet still Acura still doing what they do best and being ahead of the game. MT: So are you sold? Are you going to buy one? CLB: Come on man, you know me, I got to drive it first. That will seal the deal. | 9 | 7,749 | autos |
During the All-Star break, the NHL and NHLPA will announce the return of the World Cup of Hockey. The tournament will also feature two 'all-star' teams. Smart move to bring the tourney back? | 1 | 7,750 | sports |
Rep. John Conyers (D-Mich.) is the longest-serving Congressman and the first black member to hold that distinction. More than 50 years after the March on Washington, Conyers discusses current race relations and how the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy plays a role. | 5 | 7,751 | news |
SEATTLE (AP) -- Never doubt the resilience of the Seattle Seahawks. Plagued by turnovers and outplayed much of Sunday by Green Bay, the Seahawks staged an improbable comeback and beat the Packers 28-22 in overtime. Russell Wilson, who struggled until the final minutes, hit Jermaine Kearse for a 35-yard touchdown 3:19 into the extra period to end the game. The Seahawks became the first defending champion to make the Super Bowl in 10 years, and will play the winner of the AFC title game between Indianapolis and New England. How they got there was stunning. BOX SCORE: SEAHAWKS 28, PACKERS 22 Seattle (14-4) trailed 19-7 with about four minutes remaining and had been ineffective on offense all game. Wilson finally put a drive together with passes to Doug Baldwin and Marshawn Lynch -- initially ruled a touchdown but called back because he stepped out of bounds. Wilson finished with a 1-yard scoring run to cut the lead to 19-14 with 2:09 left. The onside kick went high to Packers tight end Brandon Bostick, but he couldn't gather it, and Seattle's Chris Matthews recovered at the 50. The crowd, which had been quiet since falling behind 16-0, came alive and Lynch sped and powered his way to a 24-yard TD run. On the 2-point conversion, Wilson -- about to be sacked -- threw a desperate pass hauled in by Luke Willson to make it 22-19 with 1:25 remaining. Aaron Rodgers, limping on an injured calf, calmly led the Packers (13-5) down the field to set up Mason Crosby's fifth field goal, a 48-yarder with 14 seconds to go to force overtime. Then Wilson and Kearse struck, with Kearse -- the target on all four of Wilson's interceptions -- beating Tramon Williams on the winning pass. Kearse caught the winning score in last year's conference title win over San Francisco, too. "Just making the plays at the end and keep believing," said Wilson, who was overwhelmed and sobbing after the game. "There was no doubt ... we had no doubt as a team." Kearse, who has caught touchdown passes in four straight postseason games, and several other Seahawks leaped into the stands behind the end zone, saluting the stadium-record crowd of 68,538. Wilson ran through cameramen to jump on Kearse's back, and defensive end Michael Bennett borrowed a bicycle from a police officer and rode around the edge of the field saluting the "12s." Until the final minutes, there seemed to be no doubt the Packers were headed to the big game Feb. 1 in Glendale, Arizona. Despite All-Pro Rodgers' injured calf, Green Bay and its overlooked defense was carrying the day. "It's going to be a missed opportunity that I'll probably think about for the rest of my career," Rodgers said. "We were the better team today, we played well enough to win. We can't blame anybody but ourselves." Special teams trickery lifted the Seahawks back into the game after falling behind 16-0. Their first touchdown came on a fake field goal when holder Jon Ryan threw 19 yards to tackle eligible Garry Gilliam in the third quarter. And Matthews' onside kick recovery kept the Seahawks alive. Lynch had rushed for 157 yards on 25 carries and was the one consistent offensive force Seattle had, and was crucial to both late scoring drives in regulation. And after the Packers tied it, Seattle wouldn't be denied in overtime, winning the coin toss and going 87 yards in six plays. The 16-point comeback was the largest ever in a conference title game. The Colts defeated the Patriots after trailing 21-6 in 2006. "It takes everybody and everybody had to contribute to get that done," coach Pete Carroll said. "It was so much heart, so much belief today. Somehow, somehow we pulled it out." The matchup of Green Bay's top-ranked scoring offense against the league's stingiest defense instead was being controlled by the Packers' ability to stop -- and turn over -- the Seahawks. The five giveaways were the most in the Carroll era that began in 2010. The silence of the fans was remarkable for much of the windy, intermittently rain day. Rookie safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix had two interceptions and Green Bay sacked Wilson five times. Yet it wasn't enough. "I felt our football team was a special group. They've been great all year," coach Mike McCarthy said. "This is a hard one to swallow." Seahawks All-Pro cornerback Richard Sherman played much of the final quarter holding his left arm at his chest. The center of conversation after last January's NFC championship win against the 49ers, he quietly left the field with his arm still pinned to his body, an NFC championship towel hanging off his right arm. Rodgers didn't shy away from throwing at Sherman, and in an early matchup of All-Pros, Rodgers' pass to rookie Davante Adams in the end zone was snagged by Sherman. But the Pack was right back in scoring position moments later when Clinton-Dix grabbed a tipped pass and returned it 26 yards to the Seattle 4. Fullback John Kuhn, another All-Pro, had his TD dive reversed by a replay review and Seattle held. Crosby made it 3-0. Doug Baldwin fumbled the ensuing kickoff at his 23 and Crosby made a 19-yarder. It didn't get better in the first half for the hosts. Randall Cobb caught an 18-yard TD pass on the final play of the opening quarter to make it 13-0; Green Bay outgained Seattle 137-3 in the period. The Seahawks' initial first down came nearly eight minutes into the second quarter. Crosby nailed a 40-yarder to conclude Green Bay's dominant first half. Wilson was picked off three times, had a QB rating of 0.00, and Seattle was fortunate it didn't trail by more. Even after the fake field goal TD made it 16-7, the Seahawks didn't seem likely to pull off the near-miracle. 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By Larry Brown Green Bay Packers tight end Brandon Bostick cost his team by failing to recover an onside kick by the Seattle Seahawks in the final minutes of Sunday's NFC Championship Game. The Seahawks were down 19-7 and scored a touchdown to make it 19-14 with 2:09 left. Seattle went for the onside kick after that and the high bounce went directly to Bostick, who was on the field as part of Green Bay's "hands team." Bostick let the ball go through his arms and bounce off his helmet, where it was then recovered by Seattle. You can watch the play here . Knowing how big of a mistake he made, Bostick was on the sidelines with his head down. | 1 | 7,756 | sports |
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Aussie salute Lleyton Hewitt of Australia celebrates after defeating China's Zhang Ze during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015. Winning signature Serena Williams of the US signs a television camera as she celebrates after victory in her women's singles match against Belgium's Alison Van Uytvanck on day two of the 2015 Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 20, 2015. Warding off the heat A boy is lifted by his father as he sticks out his tongue to feel water vapour from a machine located near the outside courts during the Australian Open tennis tournament at Melbourne Park January 20, 2015. Fashionista Venus Venus Williams of the U.S. watches her shot to Maria-Teresa Torro-Flor of Spain during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015. Selfie time Milos Raonic of Canada takes a selfie for fans after defeating Illya Marchenko of Ukraine during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015. Azarenka beats Stevens Victoria Azarenka of Belarus celebrates winning a point over Sloane Stephens of the U.S. during their women's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 tennis tournament in Melbourne on Jan. 20. Azarenka defeated Stephens to win the match. The man in demand Novak Djokovic of Serbia signs autographs for fans after defeating Slovenia's Aljaz Bedene during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, on Jan. 20. Full extension Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark plays a forehand in her first round match against Taylor Townsend of the United States during day two of the 2015 Australian Open on Jan. 20 in Melbourne. Wozniacki won the match. On the downstroke Kei Nishikori of Japan serves to Nicolas Almagro of Spain during their men's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 tennis tournament in Melbourne Jan. 20. Kvitova gathers herself Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic prepares to serve during her first round match against Richel Hogenkamp of the Netherlands at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, on Jan. 20. Djokovic in control Novak Djokovic of Serbia plays a backhand in his first round match against Aljaz Bedene of Slovenia during day two of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 20 in Melbourne, Australia. Djokovic won the match. Stevens falls early Sloane Stephens of the U.S. hits a return to Victoria Azarenka of Belarus during their women's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 tennis tournament in Melbourne Jan. 20. Who let the dogs out? Supporters of Australia's Bernard Tomic wear Saint Bernard masks as he plays Germany's Tobias Kamke during a first round match on Jan. 19 at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. Tomic defeated Tobias 7-5, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2. Thanasi victory Thanasi Kokkinakis of Australia celebrates after defeating Ernests Gulbis of Latvia in their men's singles first round match on Jan. 19 at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. Kokkinakis won 5-7, 6-0, 1-6, 7-6 (7-2), 8-6. Maria in motion Maria Sharapova of Russia serves against Petra Martic of Croatia during their women's singles first round match on Jan. 19 at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. Sharapova won 6-4, 6-1. Under the lights A general view of Court 6 as Juan Monaco of Argentina plays a backhand in his first round match against Simone Bolelli of Italy during day one of the Australian Open on Jan. 19, 2015, in Melbourne, Australia. Bolleli won 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-1. This one isn't working Nick Kyrgios of Australia smashes his racquet during a men's singles first round match against Federico Delbonis of Argentina at the Australian Open on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Kyrgios defeated Delbonis 7-6 (7-2), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-3 in a match that lasted over three hours. Royal support Spectators wearing masks depicting Britain's Royal family while holding Union flags during the men's singles first round match between Andy Murray of Britain and Yuki Bhambri of India on Jan. 19 at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. Murray won 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7-3). Kerber bounced by Begu Angelique Kerber of Germany plays a shot against Irina-Camelia Begu of Romania during their first round match at the Australian Open on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Begu defeated Kerber 6-4, 0-6, 6-1. Can't bear to look Ernests Gulbis of Latvia takes a break with a towel over his head during his men's singles first round match against Thanasi Kokkinaki of Australia on Jan. 19 at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. Kokkinaki defeated Gulbis 5-7, 6-0, 1-6, 7-6 (7-2), 8-6. Setting the scene A general view of the redeveloped Margaret Court Arena during day one of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Big win for Hradecka Lucie Hradecka of Czech Republic celebrates winning her women's singles first round match against Ana Ivanovic of Serbia at the Australian Open 2015 on Jan. 19. Are you sure? Supporters of Canada's Eugenie Bouchard hold banners as Bouchard plays Anna-Lena Friedsam of Germany during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, on Jan. 19. A star in action Rafael Nadal of Spain chases down a shot from Mikhail Youzhny of Russia during their first round match at the Australian Open on Jan. 19. Nadal won the match. Pleasing result Marinko Matosevic of Australia celebrates defeating Alexander Kudryavtsev of Russia during their men's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 on Jan. 19. Lisicki intensity Sabine Lisicki of Germany hits a return to Kristina Mladenovic of France during their women's singles first round match at the Australian Open on Jan. 19. Lisicki lost to Kristina Mladenovic of France. Halep gets it done Simona Halep of Romania plays a backhand in her first round match against Karin Knapp of Italy during day one of the 2015 Australian Open on Jan. 19. Halep won the match to advance. Showing their colors Fans attend day one of the 2015 Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on Jan. 19. Over the top Andy Murray of Britain serves to Yuki Bhambri of India during their men's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 on Jan. 19. Murray won the match. Ivanovic can't find her form Ana Ivanovic of Serbia hits a return to Lucie Hradecka of Czech Republic during their women's singles first round match at the Australian Open on Jan. 19. The fifth-seeded Ivanovic lost the match to Hradecka. Nadal cruises on day 1 Rafael Nadal of Spain serves in his first round match against Mikhail Youzhny of Russia during day one of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Murray's No. 1 fan Kim Sears, fiancée of Britain's Andy Murray, claps her hands as she watches Murray's play against Yuki Bhambri of India during their first round match on Jan. 19. Double-fisted Bethanie Mattek-Sands of the United States plays a backhand in her first round match against Ying-Ying Duan of China during day one of the 2015 Australian on Jan. 19. Taking down Lisicki Kristina Mladenovic of France celebrates defeating Sabine Lisicki of Germany in their women's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 on Jan. 19. Autograph hunters swarm Murray Andy Murray of Great Britain signs autographs after winning his first round match against Yuki Bhambri of India during day one of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Ready to serve Eugenie Bouchard of Canada serves in her first round match against Anna-Lena Friedsam of Germany during day one of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Vamos Rafa Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after defeating Mikhail Youzhny of Russia in their men's singles first round match at the Australian Open 2015 tennis tournament in Melbourne, Australia, on Jan. 19. The eyes have it Lucie Safarova of the Czech Republic plays a backhand in her first round match against Yaroslava Shvedova of Kazakhstan during day one of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 19 in Melbourne, Australia. | 1 | 7,759 | sports |
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In what will be the second consecutive matchup between No. 1 seeds in the Super Bowl, both the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots punched their tickets to Arizona for what promises to be an epic clash of the titans in two weeks. Relying on what had to be considered a little bit of fate, Seattle found itself on the brink of elimination against the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship game before rallying from a 16-point second-half deficit for an overtime victory at CenturyLink. Despite Russell Wilson's horrendous overall performance, he was able to step up in the overtime period to lead Seattle to its second consecutive NFC title. The drama wasn't quite as real in the AFC. Tom Brady and the Patriots absolutely laid it to the Indianapolis Colts in a stunning 45-7 victory at Gillette Stadium. For Brady, it represents a record sixth conference championship, besting the five that former Denver Broncos signal caller John Elway put up. As we have done all season, it's time to check in on the top takeaways from NFL's championship Sunday. 1. Green Bay Packers Drop the Ball in the Playoffs Once Again Leading by 16 points heading into halftime, Mike McCarthy's squad laid a complete egg in the second half against a Seattle Seahawks club that it vastly outplayed throughout the majority of the game. In blowing the biggest lead in NFC Championship game history, Green Bay failed in the postseason once again. Since winning Super Bowl XLV back in February of 2011, the Packers are 2-4 in the playoffs. It wasn't as much Aaron Rodgers' performance this time. While he didn't play a great overall game, the MVP candidate toughed through a calf injury to put his team in position to win. Instead, break downs on defense and special teams cost the Packers their first shot at the Super Bowl since 2010. 2. In New England, Experience and Talent Mattered the Most New England completely outperformed the Indianapolis Colts in every possible way during a stunning 45-7 blowout win to earn the team's sixth trip to the Super Bowl in the Brady-Belichick era. Brady, who just passed John Elway for the most conference championships in NFL history, had a workmanlike performance. He completed 23-of-35 passes with three touchdowns and one interception. Meanwhile, New England's rushing attack tore apart the Colts defense to the tune of 177 yards on 40 attempts. This coming one week after its leading rusher put up seven yards against the Baltimore Ravens in the divisional playoffs. Through and through, this was an utterly dominating performance. New England's defense held Andrew Luck to 12-of-33 passing for a career-low 3.8 yards per attempt with zero touchdowns and two interceptions. Star receiver T.Y. Hilton was also held to one catch on six targets. Overall, the Patriots controlled the ball for a whole quarter longer, put up 11 more first downs, tallied nearly 200 more yards and finished +2 in the all-important turnover-margin category. It's this type of performance that we would have scarcely imagined during New England's early-season struggles. It's also this type of performance that should give the team confidence heading into the Super Bowl. 3. Tom Brady's Success Now in the History Books Following New England's destruction of Indianapolis in the conference title game, Brady is on the verge of making an NFL record sixth Super Bowl start. He can also tie Joe Montana and Terry Bradshaw with four championships if the Patriots are able to defeat Seattle in the Super Bowl in two weeks. Equally as insane, Brady's 20 career postseason victories are more than 21 other franchises around the NFL. That just goes to show you how extensive his success has been through the years. 4. Toughness and Resiliency Led to Seahawks Comeback If Seattle performs like it did on Sunday two weeks from now, it will play the part of the Denver Broncos from last February. Not too often does your quarterback turn the ball over four times and you come out on top in a NFL game, let alone a playoff game. However, it was Seattle's determination, despite playing pretty crappy all-around football, that allowed this team to advance to the Super Bowl for consecutive seasons. We really can't discount the gutsy play of Richard Sherman, who suffered a shoulder injury. While he's wasn't the dominating force we had seen in previous playoff games, the All-Pro cornerback displayed a toughness that has come to define his still young career. Meanwhile, Russell Wilson's ability to overcome one of the worst starts to a playoff game for a quarterback in recent NFL history cannot be overstated. And while he didn't play a central role in the team's win, Wilson's quick-strike ability in overtime put Seattle over the top. Championship teams find a way to win no matter what is happening around them. And that's exactly what Seattle did on Sunday afternoon. 5. The Indianapolis Colts Simply Aren't There Yet It stands to reason that Andrew Luck and the Colts will hoist the Lombardi at some point in the not-so-distant future. Unfortunately for fans of the horseshoe, this team just isn't there yet. In a matchup against future Hall of Famer Tom Brady, Luck simply didn't provide Indianapolis with the necessary play from the quarterback position to win against a seasoned opponent. Continually throwing into tight windows, the third-year signal caller was intercepted twice and had a bunch of other passes broken up by Patriots' defensive backs. More than Luck, the rest of this team failed to step up. Defeated throughout the evening, the Colts' defensive line once again showed why it's one of the biggest weaknesses on the team. There is no team in the NFL that could overcome that much of a downfall in the trenches in January and expect to come out on top. Even more than that, Indianapolis' coaching staff didn't have an answer for scheme that Bill Belichick and company brought to the table throughout the game. That has to be the biggest concern heading into an offeseason where Indianapolis needs to find away to go from second-rate playoff team to top-tier conference championship contender. | 1 | 7,761 | sports |
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The Knicks are so awful that even some of the team's legends are fed up. Earl "The Pearl" Monroe told The Winston-Salem Journal the Knicks are "hard to watch." MORE: Can LeBron turn Cavs around? | Father-son experiment in LA | Hawks win again "You turn the games on and it's the same as it was before. Hopefully they will get themselves together but I didn't anticipate it being this bad," he said. "I thought they would have a good team but it's unbelievably bad." Monroe spent the later half of his career with the Knicks, helping the team win the 1972-73 title while playing with fellow Hall of Famers like Clyde Frazier and Willis Reed. The team has yet to win an NBA championship since then. This year the team has hit rock-bottom, going 5-36 during the first half of the season. "Now they are hoping to get the No. 1 pick but you never know how it is going to go with the Ping-Pong balls," Monroe said. Monroe was honored by his alma-mater, Winston-Salem State University, with an alumni weekend named after him. The Philadelphia native led the school to the NCAA's College Division Championship while averaging 41.5 points per game in 1967. Monroe, who retired following the 1980 season, even joked about making a comeback. "The other day I was talking with John Stockton and I said if it keeps going like this maybe you and I might have to get back out there," Monroe said in jest. | 1 | 7,778 | sports |
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Dutch National Tulip Day kicks off tulip season 2015 Dutch National Tulip Day, held every year in January, announce the official start of tulip season. Here, fresh blooms fill the square in front of the Royal Palace at Dam Square, Amsterdam. More than 1,000 different kinds of Dutch tulips add to the riot of colors. Click through to see images from this season. Tulip season in Holland starts in January and lasts until April. Dutch National Tulip Day's celebration in front of the Royal Palace at Dam Square, Amsterdam. This season's theme is "share joy, give tulips." A young woman picks flowers at the square. As part of the celebration, visitors are allowed to pick flowers for free. A tulip-picking garden in front of the Royal Palace at Dam Square. Children choose their blossoms. Every year, more than 10,000 visitors turn up for the event. Visitors look at the tulips arranged as a Red Cross symbol at Dam Square. Visitors at Dutch National Tulip Day. People attend the official start of the Dutch National Tulip Day at Amsterdam's Dam Square. Ladies in tulip-topped hats pick free tulips from the picking garden. A little boy picks flowers at Dam Square. Visitors use a selfie stick to capture a picture. Children come to pick the tulips. A visitor takes a photo on a mobile phone. People attending the official start of the tulip season at Dam Square. A young girl poses with her fresh picks of the season. A young girl picks through the tulips at Dam Square. | 5 | 7,783 | news |
Since 2011, Becki Peckham and Chris Nicholas have been hard at work remodeling their home in eastern Canada, all the while blogging their experience at The Uncommon Law . When they began work, the house had a long way to go before it would reflect the couple's modern, unconventional design sensibilities. The living room, in particular, shows what Becki and Chris can do when they flex their creative muscles and their actual muscles, since they did almost everything themselves. Today, the living room channels the couple's shared love of photography and film, from the moody lighting to the vintage camera display. "We even made backlit light boxes , which feature actual X-rays of an old 35mm camera and Super 8 camera," Becki says. Overall, Becki thinks the living room makeover, represents "sort of a fusion of both of our professions, photography and radiology." Scroll down to see the dramatic difference that DIY dedication can make! What was the space like before you got started? It was very '80s. When we first saw it, the previous owner had furniture there and the layout wasn't ideal. The room is quite large, and the furniture was all pushed against the walls, leaving a large, empty space in the center. There were no ceiling lights, and the trim and wall color were pretty builder-basic. Sounds like a pretty blank slate. What was your end goal for the redesign? We wanted to create a moody/loungy media room that was both modern and stylish. We had actually found an ad in a magazine for the company Minotti and fell in love with the style: a dark room which contained a light gray couch and dark wood/walnut accents. That's where the initial design inspiration came from. What was the biggest challenge? Did you find yourself having to make any compromises along the way? We definitely had a few challenges with this space. Figuring out how to drop the ceiling and create a reveal to hide LED mood lighting took a bit of planning. Then having the plastering done only to find a leak was very trying.But the slat wall was probably the most challenging, because of all the work it took hand-sanding, pretreating, staining and clear-coating the wood. There were over 640 linear feet of wooden 1x2s that required manual preparation.As for compromises, Chris and I originally wanted a propane fireplace, but it was really out of our budget. We ended up settling on an ethanol fireplace; it had a similar feel but was much more affordable. You did a lot with the room: built a slat wall, installed heavy-duty floating shelves, mounted an ethanol fireplace, even lowered the ceiling. Tell us a little bit about the thought process behind these choices. We wanted different parts of the room to have different functionality. Using a sectional and adding the floating shelf/desk on the back wall helped with this. The fireplace wall with bench underneath acts as its own little area as well.The media wall started out as a simple feature wall that we were going to paint a different color. This evolved to wallpaper, then wall tiles, then finally to the idea of a full-blown wooden slat treatment. Our ideas always seem to snowball until we realize we're knee-deep into a project that's 50 times the work of the original idea!The ceiling was stucco and we were going to just drywall over it, but Chris had the idea of recessing LEDs around the edge of the ceiling in a reveal. We scraped the stucco from around the perimeter of the room, strapped out the old ceiling, installed the new drywall so it stopped about 1.5 inches from the wall, and added J-trim for a nice clean edge when we plastered. Which piece of the room are you most proud of, and why? I think we are both most proud of the slat wall. We love the way it looks, especially at night, and we get a lot of compliments on it. We also have seen a few people making their own, so the fact that we've inspired others enough for them to take on such a hellish task is flattering. If you consider the adjacent staircase part of the living room, then the DIY frameless glass rails are also something we're pretty proud of, if only because so many people told us it couldn't be done. Without a doubt, a fresh coat really helped set a tone for the rest of your room. Any painting tips that you swear by? Paint can make all the difference in a room. The plasterer we use (when we're too lazy to do it ourselves) taught us a few tricks that have changed the way we paint like back rolling. After initially rolling on about three roller widths of paint, go back and re-roll over the section you just painted, only rolling top to bottom. It gives a perfect, uniform finish. Also, quickly give the wall a light sanding between coats of paint to knock down any rough spots on the wall.As for paint choice itself, we are huge fans of matte paint. Maybe not the best choice for families with kids' hands touching the walls all the time, but the matte finish gives the walls a flat, creamy look, which we love. It also hides any imperfections in the plastering. Looking at it all now, how has this makeover changed the way the space is used? What needs did it meet for you and Chris? This is our day-to-day room. We hang out here, watch movies here, and sometimes eat meals or work here. It's really a multipurpose space. We didn't want to have a room that wouldn't get used much, so we made sure to load it up with things that would draw us to the space. Having the built-in shelf on the back wall double as a desk, for example, gives Chris a place to do his studies or a place for us to sit and write the blog. | 4 | 7,784 | lifestyle |
She makes chic look easy. She makes chic look easy. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne arrives at the Chanel Fashion Show in Paris on Oct. 6, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the Burberry show in London on Sept. 21, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the World Premiere of Pan at Odeon Leicester Square in London on Sept. 20, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the Louis Vuitton Series 3 VIP Launch in London on Sept. 21, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne arrives at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Aug. 30, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Nat Wolff and Cara Delevingne attend the Canadian Premiere Of 20th Century Fox's Paper Towns at Scotiabank Theatre on July 23, 2015, in Toronto, Canada. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne at Late Night With Seth Meyers on July 22, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the New York premiere of Paper Towns at AMC Loews Lincoln Square in New York City on July 21, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne in New York City on July 21, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne arrives at the Screening Of 20th Century Fox's Paper Towns at The London West Hollywood on July 18, 2015, in West Hollywood, California. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the Paper Towns Q&A and live concert at YouTube Space LA in Los Angeles on July 17, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends El Hormiguero TV show at Vertice Studio in Madrid on July 8, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne arrives at the Paper Towns Australian premiere at Miranda Westfields on July 5, 2015, in Sydney, Australia. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the Paper Towns photo-call at Claridges Hotel in London on June 18, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne at BBC Radio One in London on June 18, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara Delevingne attends the Paper Towns photo-call in Paris on June 17, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Paper Towns photo-call at Zoo Palast in Berlin on June 16, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Paper Towns photo-call at the Villamagna Hotel in Madrid on June 15, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool In Soho in New York City on June 9, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Stella McCartney spring resort presentation in New York City on June 8, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Tag Heuer Monaco Party on the Seadream yacht on May 23, 2015, in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the 68th Annual Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2015, in Cannes, France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the de Grisogono Divine in Cannes party at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 19, 2015, in Cap d'Antibes, France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the "China: Through the Looking Glass" Costume Institute Benefit Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 23, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Burberry London in Los Angeles event at Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles on April 16, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the 2015 MTV Movie Awards at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on April 12, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Yves Saint Laurent Beauty Event at Galeries Lafayette in Paris on March 10, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Valentino fashion show in Paris on March 10, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Stella McCartney show at the Opera Garnier in Paris on March 9, 2015. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Wearing a Saint Laurent outfit with a Jennifer Fisher necklace at the Brit Awards 2015 at The O2 Arena on Feb. 25, 2015, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Wearing Vivienne Westwood at the 2015 Elle Style Awards at Sky Garden at The Walkie Talkie Tower on Feb. 24, 2015, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Backstage at the Giles fashion show at Central Saint Martins on Feb. 23, 2015, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Burberry Prosum show during London Fashion Week at Perk's Field on Feb. 23, 2015, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the W magazine celebration of the "Best Performances" Portfolio and The Golden Globes at Chateau Marmont on Jan. 8, 2015, in Los Angeles. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At Cafe Royal Hotel on Dec. 1, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the British Fashion Awards, where she won Model of the Year, at the London Coliseum on Dec. 1, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Topshop Topman Flagship Store grand opening on Nov. 5, 2014, in New York City. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Topshop Topman New York City flagship opening dinner at Grand Central Terminal on Nov. 4, 2014, in New York City. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala honoring Barbara Kruger and Quentin Tarantino at LACMA on Nov. 1, 2014, in Los Angeles. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At Sephora + Burberry at Sephora in the Meatpacking District on Oct. 21, 2014, in New York City. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the launch of Cara Delevingne DKNY Capsule Collection at DKNY Bond Street on Oct. 18, 2014, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the red carpet premiere of The Face of an Angel during the 58th BFI London Film Festival at Odeon West End on Oct. 18, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At The Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone on Oct. 3, 2014, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the CR Fashion Book Issue No.5 launch party at The Peninsula Paris on Sept. 30, 2014, in Paris, France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Leaving the Stella McCartney show during Paris Fashion Week on Sept. 29, 2014, in Paris, France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At Winfield House during London Fashion Week on Sept. 16, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Posing backstage at the Burberry Womenswear show during London Fashion Week on Sept. 15, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara out on Sept. 15, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara arrives at the premiere of The Face of an Angel, held during the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival on Sept. 6, 2014, in Toronto, Canada. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara attends the GQ Men of the Year awards at the Royal Opera House on Sept. 2, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara attends the 2014 Summer Classic Charity Basketball Game at Barclays Center on Aug. 21, 2014, in New York City. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara on Aug. 19, 2014, in New York City. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Cara out in a pizza suit Aug. 14, 2014, in London, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Mulberry Wilderness Picnic on Aug. 9, 2014, in Oxford, England. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Leaving Storm HQ in London on Aug. 7, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool In London on Aug. 4, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At LAX on July 24, 2014, in Los Angeles. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool With Daisy Lowe at the Leonardo DiCaprio Gala on July 23, 2014, in Saint-Tropez, France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool On the French Riviera on July 21, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool In London on July 7, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool In Notting Hill on June 16, 2014, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Stella McCartney spring 2015 presentation in New York City on June 5, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Arriving at London's Hotel Cafe Royal on May 30, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Arriving with Jessica Chastain on French TV channel Canal Plus's set during the Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2014, in France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the premiere of The Search during the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 21, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At Martinez beach during the Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2014 in France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At a party during the Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2014, in Cap d'Antibes, France. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Walking outside during her sister's wedding day May 15, 2014, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Leaving London's Chiltern Firehouse Hotel on May 15, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At Westminster Abbey on May 9, 2014, in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the Met Gala on May 5, 2014, in New York City. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Leaving her home in London on May 2, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Arriving home after a Fendi party in London on May 1, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Walking in London on May 1, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Leaving a hotel in London on April 30, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At a dinner celebrating the global launch of the Kate Moss for TopShop Collection in London. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At a Burberry event in Shanghai on April 24, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Shopping with Taylor Swift in New York City on April 9, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Walking in London on March 12, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Walking during the Chanel show during Paris Fashion Week on March 4, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool Leaving the Stella McCartney show during Paris Fashion Week on March 3, 2014. Times Cara Delevingne Looked Effortlessly Cool At the ELLE Style Awards in London on February 18, 2014. | 4 | 7,785 | lifestyle |
Miss Lebanon Saly Greige is distancing herself from a photo of her and Miss Israel Doron Matalon that's causing an online uproar. | 5 | 7,786 | news |
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Matt Ufford & Dan Rubenstein review the Conference Championship Round of the NFL Playoffs. | 1 | 7,789 | sports |
Like any true romantic, we can't get enough of a good Cinderella story. So when rumors started swirling that Hollywood's biggest bachelor, George Clooney, was truly in love, we kept our fingers crossed. George met lawyer Amal Alamuddin at a charity dinner in Italy back in 2013. As the fairy tale goes, they worked together on a human rights project (aw), got engaged in April 2014, and married in Venice, Italy, last September. We know you're probably thinking it's just another whirlwind Hollywood romance - George has done a lot of dating . . . But when George professed his love for his wife on national television, we knew this was the real deal (swoon). It's not just the fact that Amal won the heart of a Hollywood prince that has us entranced. She's also drop-dead gorgeous and smart! Her tendency to exude class on the red carpet reminds us of the duchess herself, Kate Middleton. Amal's blowouts are always flawless, and she sticks to a standard beauty formula: rosy cheeks, pink lipstick, and bold brows. Really, it's George who should be considered Amal's arm candy! In honor of the beautiful barrister's birthday, we've rounded up the top snaps flaunting her sophisticated beauty. Who knows? Maybe her techniques will nab you a Hollywood royal of your own. October 2013 Before she was in the international spotlight for her love affair with Hollywood's hottest bachelor, Amal had a way with color. In London, she matched her tangerine dress with a bold pout. June 2014 We're starting to think that orange is Amal's favorite color, and we see why - it looks so good on her. She showed off a bright coral lip at the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict in London. September 2014 At the Celebrity Fight Night in Italy, Amal played up her bronze complexion with a rosy pink makeup palette. Perhaps that flush was caused by her beau? September 2014 As a newlywed, Amal played with pinks, thanks to her bridal makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury. She also showed off a classic voluminous blowout for her wedding weekend in Italy. September 2014 Amal was a great example for all brides, wearing a natural makeup palette to her civil wedding ceremony. She opted for a chic sun hat instead of a veil, with waves cascading past her shoulders. Her makeup was a mix of dusty rose tones. October 2014 Back at work in Athens, Greece, Amal showed off natural makeup hues, a pretty pink pout, and a high-shine blowout. She also wore a business-appropriate gray shade. January 2015 Amal embodied vintage class on the Golden Globes red carpet. Her brick-red lip, relaxed waves, and white gloves were reminiscent of Grace Kelly's glamour. | 4 | 7,790 | lifestyle |
1 Karlie Kloss: The Boomerang BrowStep one: Purse lips.Step two: Smile wryly, as if all that you behold is beneath you (because it is, sort of).Step three: Arch your brows into perfect, upside-down V's.Making Taylor Swift look plain in comparison: optional. opener opener 2 Karlie Kloss: The Boomerang Brow 3 Karlie Kloss: The Boomerang Brow 4 Karlie Kloss: The Boomerang Brow 5 Karlie Kloss: The Boomerang Brow 6 Karlie Kloss: The Boomerang Brow 7 Jourdan Dunn: The HeadacheStep one: Tilt head to side.Step two: Touch hand alluringly to your head (ouch!) or neck (so tense!).Step three: Usually be wearing a sports bra. All Dunn! 3 Miranda Kerr: The Doll Face 8 Jourdan Dunn: The Headache 9 Jourdan Dunn: The Headache 10 Jourdan Dunn: The Headache 11 Jourdan Dunn: The Headache (Baby Edition) 12 Jourdan Dunn: The Headache 13 Gisele Bündchen: The Bushy-Tailed SmizeStep one: Scrunch your eyes shut.Step two: Open them wide, then smile slightly with your mouth closed, like you're gazing at your beloved over a candle-lit dinner.Oh wait, we forgot, there's a step zero: Be the world's most symmetrical woman. 14 Gisele Bündchen: The Bushy-Tailed Smize 15 Gisele Bündchen: The Bushy-Tailed Smize 16 Gisele Bündchen: The Bushy-Tailed Smize 18 Gisele Bündchen: The Bushy-Tailed Smize 17 Gisele Bündchen: The Bushy-Tailed Smize 19 Cara Delevingne: The Wonky EyeWhile the Miley Tongue and Wavy Tongue were in close competition, it is the Wonky Eye pose that we most associate with Cara. To do: Cross just one of your eyes, form mouth into ironic duck lips, or a faux-surprised gasp. Voilà: Now you, too, look like a supermodel! 21 Cara Delevingne: The Wonky Eye 22 Cara Delevingne: The Wonky Eye 23 Cara Delevingne: The Wonky Eye 6 Miranda Kerr: The Doll FaceStep one: Tilt chin down, smile sweetly.Step two: Hold phone at an extreme overhead angle. Think MySpace.Step three (optional): Surround yourself with several larger, taller people so you look extra tiny and adorable! 1 Miranda Kerr: The Doll Face 2 Miranda Kerr: The Doll Face 4 Miranda Kerr: The Doll Face 5 Miranda Kerr: The Doll Face 4 Joan Smalls: The Bewildered BabeThis one's counterintuitive, but stick with us: You are going for the absence of facial expression here.Step one: Clear your mind.Step two: Let your lips fall slack, your mouth slightly open (bonus: this will cut your cheekbones).Step three: Hold the camera below you. You are superior to all other beings.Step four: Gaze absently at, or just to the side of, the camera lens. Look like a befuddled alien. These mere mortals, they do not compute. 1 Joan Smalls: The Bewildered Babe 2 Joan Smalls: The Bewildered Babe 3 Joan Smalls: The Bewildered Babe 5 Joan Smalls: The Bewildered Babe 6 Joan Smalls: The Bewildered Babe js Joan Smalls: The Bewildered Babe | 4 | 7,791 | lifestyle |
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A look at some of the major break-ups from the sports world. Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn The couple announced through social media that they had mutually agreed to part ways on May 3, 2015. Cristiano Ronaldo and Irina Shayk According to a report in the Daily Mail , Real Madrid winger Cristiano Ronaldo and Russian supermodel Irina Shayk have called it quits, bringing an end to their five-year relationship. Though it is not official, it is widely being speculated that the strenuous relation between Shayk and Dolores Aveiro, Cristiano's mother, was the reason behind the split. We take a look at some of the other famous break-ups of superstar athletes, including Tom Brady, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. Maria Sharapova and Sasha Vujacic Busy international schedules were reportedly cited as a major reason for the breakup between tennis star Maria Sharapova and Slovenian basketball player Sasha Vujacic in August 2012. The two had started dating in 2010 and had gotten engaged later in the year. Source Mike Comrie and Hilary Duff Former ice hockey player Comrie separated from Hilary Duff, his actress-singer wife of more than three years, in January 2014. A source close to Duff told People magazine that "there was no major incident -- no big event between the two of them. They really did drift apart. They have put effort and thought into this decision for a long time. They tried couples therapy, but in the end, they realized at this time, they work better as friends. And they really are great friends." Source Tiger Woods and Elin Woods The seven-year old relationship between Tiger and Elin Woods ended in August 2010 after it was revealed that the golfer had dated at least a dozen other women while being married. Source Rory McIlroy and Caroline Wozniacki Golfer Rory McIlroy's split with his tennis player girlfriend Caroline Wozniacki in May 2014 was sudden. According to news reports, Rory broke up with his girlfriend in a short three-minute phone call. Source Matt Kemp and Rihanna In December 2010, the baseball player called it quits with Rihanna after dating her for almost a year. According to US, the weekly magazine, Kemp was fed up with the singer's busy lifestyle. Source Mike Tyson and Robin Givens Actress Robin Givens married star boxer Mike Tyson in 1988. According to the reports, abuse and infidelity were the major reasons for the breakdown of the marriage after a year. Source Dennis Rodman and Carmen Electra Carmen Electra broke up with her husband and basketball player Dennis Rodman after six months of marriage. They had gotten married in a Las Vegas chapel in 1998. Andre Agassi and Brooke Shields Although it looked like an amicable separation, Andre Agassi wrote otherwise in his 2009 autobiography. According to his tell-all, he claimed not-so-loving things about is ex-wife Brooke Shields. "I have a thought no man should have on his wedding day... I wish I had a decoy groom to take my place," he wrote. Source Lleyton Hewitt and Kim Clijsters Differences in the planning for the wedding between Kim Clijsters and her to-be in-laws were cited as the reason the two former world number one tennis players split. Source Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian The pressure of starring on a reality TV show Kourtney and Kim Take New York , constant media attention, and conflicting work schedules got to Kris Humphries; and subsequently, led to the end of the 72-day marriage. Kim Kardashian and the NBA star had gotten married in November 2011. Source Tom Brady and Bridget Moynahan American football quarterback ended his relationship with the I, Robot star in February 2007. Brady was dating the Brazilian model Gisele Bündchen at the time of his split with Moynahan. Source Tony Parker and Eva Longoria The basketball player split with his wife of three years amidst allegations that he cheated on Eva. Source Alex Rodriguez and Kate Hudson The baseball player ended his six-month relationship with the actress in December 2009. According to reports in US magazine, Rodrigues was "turned off" with Hudson's less-than-subtle presence at the Yankee games. Source Anna Kournikova and Sergei Federov Tennis player Anna Kournikova married Russian ice hockey player Sergei Fedorov in Moscow in 2001. However, they split the same year when Anna, who denied reports about the marriage, started dating Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias. Source Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias The tennis ace and the singer met during the filming of the song Escape in 2001, and were together for more than a decade before they split in October 2013. In an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, the singer revealed that he did not "see the point in marrying the retired tennis player." He was quoted as saying, "But when you've been with someone for such a long time, I don't think it's going to make bring us closer together. I don't think it's going to...make us any happier." Source Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe The former baseball player's nine-month marriage with the Hollywood star ended in October 1954 with Monroe claiming that DiMaggio was cold and indifferent towards her. Source Chad Johnson and Evelyn Lozada The NFL player split with his wife Evelyn Lozada, a Dancing with the Stars contestant, 41 days after they got married. Source Lamar Odom and Khloe Kardashian The basketball player and the reality TV star ended their four-year old marriage in December 2013 after it was rumoured that Odom cheated and used drugs. Source David Justice and Halle Berry Basketball player David Justice and Hollywood actress Halle Berry filed for divorce after three years of marriage. The reasons for the divorce are unknown. Sean Avery and Elisha Cuthbert The hockey player broke up with his actress girlfriend of two years in August 2007 due to complications rising from a long-distance relationship. Source Shane Warne and Liz Hurley In December 2013, former Australian cricketer Shane Warne and actress Elizabeth Hurley announced the end of their relationship in a tweet "The past should be the past & stay there. It destroys the future. Live life for what tomorrow has to offer, not for what happened yesterday." Source Boris Becker and Barbara Feltus Lawn tennis legend Boris Becker separated from Barbara Feltus, his wife of seven years, in December 2000 following a strain in their marriage. Source John McEnroe and Tatum o' Neal Former tennis player split with his actress wife in 1995 after eight years of marriage. Source Bastian Schweinsteiger and Sarah Brandner After being together for seven years, German footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger ended his relationship with supermodel girlfriend Sarah Brandner in 2014. The Bayern Munich midfielder reportedly dated tennis ace Ana Ivanovic for some time after his breakup with Brandner. Source Bret Lee and Liz Kemp The Australian fast bowler confirmed his separation from Elizabeth Kemp, a former podiatrist, in August 2008 after being married to her for two years. Rumour mills blamed the split on Kemp's alleged relationship with a high profile rugby player. Source Michael Clarke and Lara Bingle The Australian cricketer and his swimsuit model girlfriend called off their engagement in March 2010. Apparently, the relationship could not withstand the model's nude photo scandal. Source Sania Mirza and Sohrab Mirza The Indian tennis ace broke off her engagement with childhood friend Sohrab Mirza citing incompatibility issues. Source Marko Jarić and Adriana Lima According to a joint statement released by the couple, the former basketball player split with model Adriana Lima after five years of marriage. Source | 1 | 7,793 | sports |
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The VP reminded both sides of the police brutality debate to help bridge the gaps that exist. | 5 | 7,795 | news |
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About 100 fifth graders from Washington, DC's Watkins Elementary recited Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, where King first delivered the speech in 1963. | 8 | 7,797 | video |
When it comes to planters, I gravitate towards organic vessels made from rustic materials that mimic my plants' natural habitat. So it is not surprising that these rough-hewn pots and plant trays from Italy caught my eye while I was browsing at ABC Carpet and Home recently. Each is handmade by Flò, a company started by celebrated Bolognese florist Annalisa Lo Porto, who developed these pots to complement her own arrangements: Above: Unglazed and raw, the ceramic vessels conjure the elemental beauty of the Italian countryside. Above: Flò's Low-Sided Ceramic Tray (available at ABC Carpet and Home in natural or black colors) measures 1 foot square by 1.18 inches; $85. Above: A Hand-Formed Ceramic Tray in natural (also available in black) measures 10 inches by 4 inches by 4 inches; $65. Above: Here shown in black, this Ceramic Vase is also available in natural; $55. Above: Also available in black, a Ceramic Tray measures approximately 1 foot square by 4 inches high; $130. Above: Flò's Large Pot in black has 7.9-inch diameter: $175. Above: If you travel to Bologna, it's worth a visit to Flò's showroom and shop. See the full range of ceramics at Flò (where a limited selection of items is available to buy online alas, in Italy only). | 4 | 7,798 | lifestyle |
Which school came out on top? Going to a top boarding school can do more than help students get into a good college it can provide them with a powerful alumni network, a solid education, and lifelong friends. We examined the most prestigious boarding schools in the country to find the best of the best. To do so, we factored in each school's endowment, acceptance rate, and average SAT scores, as reported by BoardingSchoolReview.com . We weighed each of those criteria equally to rank the schools. Data that was unavailable on BoardingSchoolReview.com was taken from the schools' websites or from Niche . 50. Holderness School Plymouth, New Hampshire Average SAT score: 1800 Endowment: $60 million The Holderness School has a two-week period in March where students participate with their graduate class in experiential special programs that range from outdoor exploration to community service. Holderness accepts 45% of applicants and has class sizes averaging around 12 students. 49. Lake Forest Academy Lake Forest, Illinois Average SAT score: 1820 Endowment: $25 million Since 2002, Lake Forest Academy has held an annual Head of School Symposium where students and faculty engage in conversations, presentations, and trips about diversity and global pluralism a topic highly valued by the school. Linked with Lake Forest College, the boarding school accepts 36% of applicants. 48. St. Anne's-Belfield School Charlottesville, Virginia Average SAT score: 1827 Endowment: $25 million Originally founded as a school for the daughters of University of Virginia graduates, St. Anne's-Belfield School accepts 35% of applicants. The now-coed school keeps classes small, averaging 13.7 students, and offers 15 AP courses. 47. Stevenson School Pebble Beach, California Average SAT score: 1866 Endowment: $31 million Ninety-eight percent of Stevenson School seniors matriculate to four-year colleges. The boarding school offers 30 college workshops each year for students and parents. Stevenson accepts 40% of applicants. 46. Salisbury School Salisbury, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1810 Endowment: $45 million The all-boys Salisbury School accepts 37% of applicants. The school keeps to its traditions, including turning on a red light in the campus' main building whenever a varsity team wins a game, to bi-weekly family-style meals with an advisor and other students. 45. The Madeira School McLean, Virginia Average SAT score: 1945 Endowment: $62 million The Madeira School accepts 54% of applicants; over 85% of its faculty have advanced graduate degrees. The all-girls boarding school has a fleet of mini buses and planned excursions for boarding students to explore the surrounding Washington, DC area. 44. Church Farm School Exton, Pennsylvania Average SAT score: 1661* Endowment: $135 million Church Farm School accepts 33% of applicants; 100% of its 2014 graduates were accepted for four-year colleges. The all-boys school keeps grade years small, with graduating classes averaging around 40 students. *Data from Church Farm School . 43. The Williston Northampton School Easthampton, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1790 Endowment: $44 million The Williston Northampton School has enrolled students from 27 countries around the world. The school accepts 33% of applicants, and offers programs like the Photographers' Lectures Series and the Writers' Workshop, which brings artists to campus to teach advanced writing and arts students. 42. Dana Hall School Wellesley, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1915* Endowment: $46.2 million* Dana Hall School accepts 47% of applicants and in the last five years 5.3% of graduates have gone on to Ivy League schools. The all-girls school has student exchange programs in Australia, Japan, and Spain. Students can also spend a full year abroad in China, France, Italy, or Spain. *Data from Dana Hall School . 41. Portsmouth Abbey School Portsmouth, Rhode Island Average SAT score: 1853 Endowment: $45 million Portsmouth Abbey School sits on 525 acres and over a mile of coastline on Narragansett Bay. The school has its own Scottish-style golf course, equestrian facilities, and produces three theatrical performances a year. "The Abbey" has a 39% acceptance rate, and 70% live on campus. 40. Oregon Episcopal School Portland, Oregon Average SAT score: 1990 Endowment: $21 million Oregon Episcopal School admits 43% of applicants. Just before spring break, students participate in Winterim, a week designed for "experiential pursuits." It's mandatory, but students find that options like dogsledding in Minnesota and trekking through Thailand aren't all that bad. 39. Asheville School Asheville, North Carolina Average SAT score: 1905* Endowment: $47 million The Asheville School has a student-faculty ratio of four to one, allowing for plenty of individual attention. The North Carolina school accepts 40% of applicants. "Scandal" actress Bellamy Young is an Asheville School alumna. *Data from the Asheville School . 38. Western Reserve Academy Hudson, Ohio Average SAT score: 1906* Endowment: $110 million Western Reserve Academy accepts 49% of applicants. Nearly 90% of its teaching faculty hold advanced degrees. The 190-acre campus comes equipped with 11 state-of-the-art science labs, eight sports fields, and The Moos Gallery a year-round art gallery showcasing student work. *Data from Western Reserve Academy . 37. Miss Porter's School Farmington, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1912 Endowment: $110 million Miss Porter's School accepts 48% of applicants. The Connecticut all-girls school uses an atypical A-E grading scale and mixes technology with a liberal arts curriculum to ensure students are literate, participatory, and fluent in the tools of the 21st century . 36. The Masters School Dobbs Ferry, New York Average SAT score: 2015 Endowment: $33 million Just 12 miles outside of Manhattan, The Masters School has 475 students from 31 countries. Masters School students participate in the Ethical Leadership Project, which gives students the opportunity to develop leadership and ethical decision-making skills. The Masters School accepts 40% of applicants. 35. Suffield Academy Suffield, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1910 Endowment: $41 million Suffield Academy operates on an academic grading system as well as an effort grading system, which measures students' commitment to their studies, in-class leadership, and participation. The Connecticut school offers 15 AP courses and has a 29% acceptance rate. 34. Berkshire School Sheffield, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1780 Endowment: $126 million The Berkshire School accepts 28% of applicants and has students from 28 countries. Almost 90% of the Berkshire School's class of 2014 received acceptances to Barron's "Most Competitive" and "Highly Competitive" colleges and universities. 33. Brooks School North Andover, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1827 Endowment: $73 million The Brooks School has two theaters, two boat houses, 12 sports fields, two rowing tanks, and a robotics lab. Class sizes average around 12 students, and 25% of applicants are admitted to Brooks. 32. Woodberry Forest School Woodberry Forest, Virginia Average SAT score: 1875 Endowment: $309 million All 396 students at Woodberry Forest School board on campus. The all-boys school has an average class size of 10 with students hailing from 30 states and 14 different countries. The Woodberry Forest School accepts 47% of applicants. 31. Blair Academy Blairstown, New Jersey Average SAT score: 1840 Endowment: $88 million Blair Academy has 458 students enrolled and admits 27% of applicants. The New Jersey school was founded in 1848 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992 for its architectural and historical significance. 30. The Governor's Academy Byfield, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1830* Endowment: $70 million Founded in 1763, The Governor's Academy is the oldest boarding school in the US, with students hailing from 19 countries around the world. The school accepts 23% of applicants and employs three counselors who exclusively focus on college admissions. *Data provided by Niche . 29. Georgetown Preparatory School North Bethesda, Maryland Average SAT score: 1975 Endowment: $20 million Like the university, Georgetown Preparatory School is the oldest Jesuit school in the country, opening in 1789, and the only Jesuit boarding school in the US. Seven miles outside of Washington, DC, the school has 24 AP courses, 28 athletic teams, and admits 23% of applicants. 28. Episcopal High School Alexandria, Virginia Average SAT score: 1880 Endowment: $203 million Episcopal High School recently celebrated its 175th anniversary in 2014. The Virginia school is also just seven miles outside Washington D.C. EHS offers 140 courses and accepts 40% of applicants. All 435 students board on campus and 85% of faculty live on campus. 27. Emma Willard School Troy, New York Average SAT score: 1941 Endowment: $86 million The all-girls Emma Willard School has a 36% acceptance rate. Applicants come from 24 states and 35 countries. Emma Willard students revel in their traditions, like the senior triangle takeover a triangular grassy area on campus that only seniors and alumni can walk on. May 2014 marked the school's bicentennial. 26. The Hill School Pottstown, Pennsylvania Average SAT score: 1885 Endowment: $128 million The Hill School accepts 32% of applicants, and 34% of students have a legacy connection to the school. The Hill School has the fifth oldest rivalry in the country, dating back to 1887, with the Lawrenceville School. A spirit week every fall culminates in a day of athletic competition between the two rivals. 25. Northfield Mount Hermon Gill, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1875 Endowment: $136 million Northfield Mount Hermon has a seasoned staff; the school's faculty averages 21 years of teaching experience. The school has its own farm, where students can either visit or get hands-on farm experience. NMH accepts 31% of applicants. 24. St. Mark's School Southborough, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 1940 Endowment: $128 million St. Mark's students can choose between 32 advanced and AP courses, from Latin to studio art to physics, as well as 70 extracurricular organizations , including yearbook, badminton, and jazz band. The school has a 32% acceptance rate. 23. Cranbrook Schools Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Average SAT score: 1939 Endowment: $217 million In addition to top-notch academics, Cranbrook students have access to two on-campus museums: the Cranbrook Academy of Art and Museum and the Cranbrook Institute of Science. The art-focused school accepts 38% of applicants; 85% of faculty members hold advanced degrees. 22. Westminster School Simsbury, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1926 Endowment: $90 million A full 100% of Westminster graduates are accepted to four-year colleges and universities, 90% of which attend one of Barron's "Most" and "Highly Competitive" colleges and universities. Westminster itself is also selective, accepting 25% of applicants. 21. St. George's School Newport, Rhode Island Average SAT score: 1930 Endowment: $138 million In addition to a selection of advanced classes, St. George's offers "experiential learning opportunities," including study abroad programs and a semester at sea. The school also has a 28% acceptance rate. 20. The Webb Schools Claremont, California Average SAT score: 2060 Endowment: $32 million Home to two schools that share a campus Vivian Webb School for girls and Webb School of California for boys Webb accepts 22% of applicants. Over 40% of the school's classes are advanced, and 46% of students in 10th grade or higher enrolled in AP classes last year. 19. St. Andrew's School Middletown, Delaware Average SAT score: 1928 Endowment: $170 million At St. Andrew's , the 26% of applicants that are accepted can participate in a wide range of sports and clubs outside of their academics, ranging from squash to culinary club. Students can also choose from a list of 35 advanced classes to enroll in. 18. Concord Academy Concord, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 2089 Endowment: $56 million A remarkable 87% of faculty members hold advanced degrees, and 100% of Concord graduates go on to attend four-year colleges and universities. The school accepts 28% of applicants and offers college counseling starting junior year. 17. The Loomis Chaffee School Windsor, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1970 Endowment: $180 million Loomis Chaffee students enjoy small class sizes, usually around 11 students, and can enroll in a number of advanced and AP classes. The school has a 27% acceptance rate and names John D. Rockefeller III among its esteemed alumni . 16. Cate School Carpinteria, California Average SAT score: 1990 Endowment: $72 million Cate offers 55 advanced and honors classes, and 25% of the current senior class are either National Merit Commended Scholars or National Merit Finalists. The school has a 17% acceptance rate with students from 27 states and 17 countries. 15. St. Albans School Washington, D.C. Average SAT score: 2170* Endowment: $52 million This all-boys school claims 21 Presidential Scholars among its graduates, as well as 45 National Merit Semifinalists since 2007. St. Albans accepts 30% of applicants and offers 13 AP classes. *Data from Niche 14. The Taft School Watertown, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1938 Endowment: $238 million Taft offers 29 advanced placement classes, and has a 22% acceptance rate. Over the past five years, 8% of Taft graduates have gone on to attend Ivy League schools. 13. Peddie School Hightstown, New Jersey Average SAT score: 1954 Endowment: $252 million Peddie faculty members average 16 years of teaching experience and 68% hold advanced degrees in their field. The school offers a variety of AP classes, from calculus to music theory, and admits 20% of applicants. 12. The Hotchkiss School Lakeville, Connecticut Average SAT score: 1985 Endowment: $362 million The Hotchkiss School offers a multitude of ways for students to get involved outside of academics, from varsity sports to music ensembles to community service organizations. Hotchkiss accepts 21% of applicants. 11. The Hockaday School Dallas, Texas Average SAT score: 2130* Endowment: $145 million This all-girls school accepts 25% of applicants and offers a variety of AP classes from biology to Mandarin Chinese. Last year, 96% of Hockaday students received a score of 3 or higher on their AP exams. *SAT score via BSR (25th-75th percentiles averaged) 10. The Thacher School Ojai, California Average SAT score: 2026 Endowment: $138 million Located on a former ranch in California, Thacher students can partake in activities such as horseback riding and weekend camping trips. The school accepts only 13% of applicants, and 78% of faculty members hold advanced degrees. 9. Choate Rosemary Hall Wallingford, Connecticut Average SAT score: 2025 Endowment: $318 million A notable 81% of Choate students score a 4 or 5 on their AP exams. The school, which accepts 23% of applicants, also offers small class sizes with a 6:1 student to faculty ratio. 8. Milton Academy Milton, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 2080 Endowment: $244 million Milton Academy accepts 24% of applicants and boasts an impressive list of alumni , including poet T.S. Eliot and former US Senator Robert F. Kennedy. Students learn from great minds as well 75% of faculty members hold advanced degrees. 7. Middlesex School Concord, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 2070 Endowment: $215 million In the past five years, nearly 16% of Middlesex graduates attended Ivy League schools. The school has an 18% acceptance rate, and sponsors a multitude of extracurriculars, including chess club, French club, and diversity committee. 6. The Lawrenceville School Lawrenceville, New Jersey Average SAT score: 2095 Endowment: $320 million Lawrenceville offers a whopping 154 advanced or AP courses, and accepts 20% of applicants. Students can participate in several academic programs, including honors societies and studying abroad. 5. Deerfield Academy Deerfield, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 2000 Endowment: $492 million One of the oldest schools on this list founded in 1797 Deerfield has a 15% acceptance rate, and offers college-level courses in all subjects. One hundred percent of Deerfield graduates go on to attend four-year colleges and universities. 4. St. Paul's School Concord, New Hampshire Average SAT score: 2028 Endowment: $483 million Students at St. Paul's can choose from over 50 advanced or AP classes across numerous disciplines, including chemistry, Japanese, and art. The school accepts 15% of applicants. 3. Groton School Groton, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 2104 Endowment: $361 million Groton has a 94% success rate for students scoring 3 or higher on AP exams. The school has a 12% acceptance rate, and offers small class sizes, usually around 13 students. 2. Phillips Academy Andover Andover, Massachusetts Average SAT score: 2076 Endowment: $800 million Phillips Academy Andover accepts a mere 13% of applicants. Last year 92 students nearly one-third of the 2013 graduating class went on to Ivy League colleges. 1. Phillips Exeter Academy Exeter, New Hampshire Average SAT score: 2107* Endowment: $1,150 million For the 19% of applicants accepted, Phillips Exeter Academy offers small class sizes typically around 12 students and hundreds of courses across a variety of subjects, including anthropology and computer science. Students can also take part in numerous study abroad and internship opportunities. * Data from Phillips Exeter Academy | 3 | 7,799 | finance |
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