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Over the past several years, men's hairstyles have increased in diversity, with the latest trend, longer hair, being no exception. Within the category of "long hair" there is also considerable diversity. So we will explore styles that run the gamut of lengths, hair types, and degrees of formality for your personal style. With added length, you need to think about texture and the complexity of styling, along with some new products and techniques to maintain your stylish new mane. 1. Long and wavy Worn here by Simon Baker, aka the Mentalist, this cut is great for hair with wave and textures that are more difficult to keep in check in a shorter cut. Cut: To enhance the wave, ask your stylist for an all-over layer cut about 2&1/2 inches on top, and slightly longer in the back. A razor cut will help enhance texture. Products: A spritz with a salt spray to add volume and texture, then a bit of mud for definition. Finger comb and let dry! 2. Long and low maintenance Next we look at a little longer cut from the good guy/bad guy character played by Colin Farrell on True Detective. Cut: You want a scissor cut with mild layering, keeping a heavy perimeter. Products: Start with a great shampoo and conditioner such as American Crew Thickening, then add grooming cream for the finish. Either lightly dry or air dry for a natural finish. 3. Long and natural Now on to someone who almost anyone can relate to, actor and style icon Johnny Depp. Cut: A square layered scissor cut is what you want, about four inches on top with corresponding length on the sides and back. Products: Apply a volumizer like Schwartzkoff mouse, followed by an application of Argan oil and a light blow dry for a natural finish. 4. Long and textured Hair in the same vein with a different hair texture, as worn by Chris Hemsworth's Thor. Cut: A razored, long layered cut is what to ask for. This helps to develop texture and volume. Products: For this hairstyle, once again a volumizer such as Bumble and Bumble thickening spray is great; add a spritz of salt spray for texture. 5. The playboy Joining this long hair entourage is the Hollywood Entourage star Adrien Grenier whose hair texture and length creates another great look. Cut: This razor cut is round layers with very heavy texturing to encourage curl and flow for maximum sex appeal. Products: A great oil such as Aceite de Argan to keep hair smooth. To finish, use a mud such as Working Mud from Redken. Fall is the time of the year to embrace the change that the season has in store. Whether it's a slight recut of your already long locks, or embracing a bit more length, be sure to do it in style.
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THE LATEST Lexus looks good on paper, after the car maker unveiled an origami-inspired model. The life-size working replica of the manufacturer's IS saloon is made of 1,700 recyclable cardboard sheets. It is powered by an electric motor, has a fully-fitted interior, and even has working headlights. Inspiration for the creation came from the men and women on the Lexus production line. The skilled workers, known as takumi, are taught to hone their dexterity by learning how to fold paper into model cats. They can only practice the skill using their non-dominant hand. The origami Lexus was built by London-based firms the LaserCut Works and Scales and Models, which specialise in creating prototypes and architectural models. Videographer / Director: Lexus UK Producer: Nick Johnson Editor: Joshua Douglas
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Before you check out for winter, there are a few home maintenance must-dos you'll want to tackle to protect you and your home. Krystin Goodwin (@Krystingoodwin) has your fall chore checklist.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Federal investigators looking into the ill-fated voyage of a 790-foot freighter believed to have sunk in the Atlantic during Hurricane Joaquin will focus on the communications between the captain and the vessel's owner. The National Transportation Safety Board sent a team to Jacksonville on Tuesday to begin the agency's inquiry, which will help determine why the captain, crew and owners of El Faro decided to risk sailing in stormy waters. Another question is whether the five workers whose job was to prepare the engine room for a retrofitting had any role in the boat's loss of power, which set the vessel adrift in the stormy seas. Officials from Tote Inc., the vessel's owner, say they don't believe so. But the question along with the captain's decision to plot a course near the storm will help investigators figure out why the boat apparently sank near the Bahamas, possibly claiming the lives of all 33 aboard. The Coast Guard, meanwhile, continued searching by sea and air for any sign of survivors. The ship is believed to have gone down in 15,000 feet of water after reporting its last known position last Thursday. One unidentified body has been found. "It's just a tragic, tragic situation," NTSB vice chairman Bella Dinh-Zarr said. The 41-year-old El Faro was scheduled to be retired from Caribbean duty and retrofitted in the coming months for service between the West Coast and Alaska, said Tote executive Phil Greene. The El Faro and its equally aged sister vessel were being replaced on the Jacksonville-to-Puerto Rico run by two brand-new ships capable of carrying much more cargo and emitting less pollution. When the El Faro left Jacksonville on Sept. 29, five workers from Poland came along with 28 U.S. crew members to do some preparatory work in the engine room, according to Greene. He gave no details on the nature of their work. "I don't believe based on the work they were doing that they would have had anything to do with what affected the propulsion," said Greene, a retired Navy admiral. The El Faro had no history of engine failure, Greene said, and the company said the vessel was modernized in 1992 and 2006. Company records show it underwent its last annual Coast Guard inspection in March. "We don't have all the answers. I'm sorry for that. I wish we did," Anthony Chiarello, said Tote Inc.'s president and CEO. "But we will find out what happened." The American Bureau of Shipping, a nonprofit organization that sets safety and other standards for ships, did full hull and machinery inspections in February with no red flags, the company said. F. John Nicoll, a retired captain who spent years piloting the run to Puerto Rico, said he doubts the age of the El Faro was a factor, noting that there are many older ships plying U.S. waters without incident. He predicted the NTSB will look into whether company pressure to deliver the cargo on time despite the menacing weather played a role in the tragedy something Tote executives have denied. "Time and money are an important thing" in the shipping industry, Nicoll said. He said there should be emails and other messages between the captain and the company to help answer the question. Tote executives said the captain, Michael Davidson, planned a heading that would have enabled El Faro to bypass Joaquin if the ship hadn't lost power. The loss of power left it vulnerable to the storm's 140-mph winds and battering waves more than 50 feet high. They said Davidson was in regular communication before the storm with the company, which can override a captain's decisions. Davidson attended the Maine Maritime Academy and has a home in Windham, Maine. "He was a very squared-away sailor, very meticulous with details, very prudent, which is important when you're working on the water. He took his job seriously," said Nick Mavadones, a friend since childhood and general manager of Casco Bay Lines, where he and Davidson worked together. Still, seafarers who have long experience in the Caribbean say its weather can be treacherous. "It can go from calm, in a matter of five or six hours, to hell," said Angel Ortiz, who retired as a merchant mariner after 39 years. ___ Anderson reported from Miami. Associated Press video journalist Tony Winton in Jacksonville and AP Writer Connie Cass in Washington contributed to this report.
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To many, the world of working out can seem like it's full of rules. Keep your back flat during a push-up , squeeze your glutes in a plank and don't forget to roll your shoulders down before performing a bodyweight squat . Sure, these pointers are helpful and keep us from getting injured. But if you've ever wondered "WTF did he just say?" during a group class, you're not alone. Turns out, there's plenty of bad advice out there. And those who spend their days in the gym hear a lot of it. We asked top trainers to cut through the fog of misinformation and tell us the worst tips they've ever heard. If you've followed any of this advice, now's the time to start thinking differently. 1. Heavy weights will bulk you up. "People worry that lifting heavy weights will bulk them up it's not going to happen ! This is a constant battle with many of my female clients. This bad advice deters women from gaining strength, and building stronger connective tissue and postural muscles. When you have more muscle mass density, not size you increase your metabolism. I constantly advise clients to look at the research, or just check out a Victoria's Secret model's Instagram a few weeks before a show. They're lifting substantial weights, doing CrossFit, and pushing themselves. The result? They all have lean, toned limbs." Nick Hounslow , spin instructor and star of E!'s Hollywood Cycle 2. There's only one way to do the perfect squat (or lunge). "I continue to hear personal trainers and fitness experts who say there's a single way to do a lunge or squat . I see them correcting chest alignment and where the knees line up with the toes or ankles. This fails to take into account physics and the person's goal. There are thousands of different ways to do a lunge. What's your goal? Strengthening the top of your thighs versus toning your thighs requires very different movement." Chalene Johnson , creator of PiYo 3. Working out is about living longer. "One of my buddies told me that people who work out all the time might live longer but those extra years are wasted in a gym. I couldn't help but laugh because it's just another example of our impressive ability to convince ourselves not to work out. Of course, I told him I don't work out to live longer, I work out to live better. Then I went to the gym." Rob Sulaver , founder of Bandana Training 4. There's one best approach to fitness. "I've heard plenty of people say there's one right answer or best way to approach fitness. But there's no such thing as perfect squat or push-up. The best way for each person depends on movement history (and injury history!) and their environment (what they have access to). Plus, it's important to know what they enjoy and what they will do." Jen Sinkler , author of Lift Weights Faster 5. You need to confuse your muscles to build strength. "Varying your weight training to build muscle is a load of crap. This nonsense is called muscle confusion theory. If you constantly switch around exercises, you can't measure progress. Measuring progress means looking at what you lifted today and comparing it to what you lifted last week. To make the comparison meaningful, you'll need to keep the variables constant: Do the exercises in the same order and in the same routine that you did last week, and do it with almost the exact same weight. Did you do one more rep with the same weight, or the same number of reps with five pounds more? That's progress." Martin Berkhan , founder of LeanGains 6. There's an ideal weight for your body type. "No trainer or training program should ever tell you how much you should weigh. No one has the ability or right to tell you what a proper weight is. Every body is different. You were not meant to look like anyone else and your body's proper weight is what makes you feel confident and comfortable. Stop letting a number on the scale have so much power. Why are you letting your weight determine your happiness? You know what is healthy, fit, and sexy? Confidence!" Jenny Schatzle , founder of The Jenny Schatzle Program 7. Workout classes are designed for all levels. "When I was starting my career in the dance fitness world, I was told numerous times, 'Come check out my class, it's for all levels.' But the actual level of the class was pretty advanced. There was no instruction given on how to modify moves and all of sudden we were throwing our bodies around, jumping, bouncing, and twisting. I realized how dangerous this was for anyone new and the classes even left my knees and lower back screaming for an ice pack. Make sure you know the level of the class you're walking into and don't be afraid to talk to the teacher to let them know your personal fitness level." Benjamin Allen , Creator of GROOV3 More on MSN: 8 High-Protein Breakfasts That Don't Involve Eggs Can Eating Bananas Really Help You Lose Weight? 5 Things That Happen When You Stop Counting Calories
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U.S. stock index futures pointed to a stronger open on Wednesday, tracking shares in Europe and Asia higher. Dow Jones futures were up 97 points after trading more than 100 points higher, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures were also up. In company news, brewer AB InBev (ABI-BE) will be in focus after the group made a third bid of £42.15 per share for British rival SABMiller (SAB-GB) . Andrew Holland, European and US beverage research analyst at Societe Generale told CNBC he expected the offer to be upped further to £44 per share, but expected shareholders to back discussions for a deal. "I think we're getting very much closer to the endgame." Stocks closed mixed Tuesday, with the Dow Jones industrial average eking out its first three-day winning streak since Aug. 17. The S&P 500 closed 7 points lower at 1,979.92, ending five straight days of gains. Monsanto and Constellation Brands will be among the few firms reporting before the bell Wednesday. Alcoa (AA) reports after the close Thursday, unofficially kicking off earnings season. PepsiCo gave some investors hope of a positive earnings season with results that beat on both the top and bottom line. The firm also raised its full-year forecast. Yum Brands (YUM) disappointed on the top and bottom lines, however, sending its shares sharply lower in premarket trading. No Fed speakers are scheduled to speak Wednesday ahead of the FOMC meeting minutes out Thursday afternoon ET. Weekly mortgage applications rose 25.5 percent amid anxiety over new mortgage regulations, the Mortgage Bankers Association said Wednesday. The Treasury will hold a 10-year note auction at 1:00 p.m.
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Who's fighting who in Syria? Jonathan Marcus explains in 90 seconds.
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Artists from all over Europe are adding a touch of colour to Kiev by painting on the sides of buildings using material donated by the local authorities.
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Thrill-seeking tourists in China got more than they bargained for when cracks appeared in a glass-bottomed walkway suspended 1,080 meters (3,540 foot) over a canyon, reports said. Images showing small cracks in the "skywalk" built around a mountain, which opened just two weeks ago, spread on social media along with doubts over its safety. "When I was almost at the end (of the walkway), there was a sudden loud bang and a tremor beneath my feet," the state-run China Net cited one woman as saying on Tuesday. The cracks resembled "winter frost on a window pane", the report said, and were apparently caused by a dropped stainless steel cup. But the incident at Yuntai mountain in the northern province of Henan "doesn't affect safety", park officials were quoted as saying. The glass made up of three layers is supposedly capable of supporting up to 800 kilograms (1,763 pounds) per square metre, they said. The incident occured during China's hectic week-long national holiday period, when tens of millions take pleasure trips.
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Here's something résumé readers see all the time: "Excellent Communications Skills." And here's something job seekers never see in a position description: "Mediocre Communications Skills Required." It's hard to imagine any job that doesn't require you to communicate well! Yet, it is far better to utilize résumé space by demonstrating your communications capacities rather than simply claiming to have them. Of course, communications take many different forms: oral or written, public presentations and confidential memos. Depending on the situation, it may require a simple text message or a nuanced argument. You might need to provide a status update with a dynamic spreadsheet or deal with an irate customer on the phone. Bosses need to tell their subordinates what to do and how to do it. Moreover, they need to motivate them by conveying a sense of urgency, purpose, potential rewards or consequences, or a broader vision. People on a team need to coordinate their efforts. They also need to keep their superiors updated on what's been completed, roadblocks or complications along the way, next steps and so on. The list of what's communicated and how its done is virtually endless, which is why when you say "excellent communications skills" on a résumé, you don't further your cause by much. The Muse offers a list of 185 Powerful Verbs That Will Make Your Résumé Awesome . This list can be helpful in prompting you to think about what you have actually done and how your communications skills have contributed to your success. Then you can demonstrate the excellence of our communications rather than simplistically claiming to possess these skills. Here are some examples based on words found in The Muse's list: 1. Writing What have you written; who is your audience; and what is the impact of your composition? What happened because you wrote what you wrote? Here are two sample résumé points: Composed talking points for regional sales people to address X issue our potential customers confront and how our product represents the ideal solution. Campaign improved sales of our product by $X in Y period of time. Composed PowerPoint presentation for a nonprofit board of directors and walked them through alternative methods of developing donors and building relationships with them. Guided the discussion to focus on major donors rather than depend on expensive events-based fundraising that consumes greater staffing hours. 2. Mentoring Perhaps you've employed your listening skills to understand how you can use your knowledge and experience to improve the performance of others on your team still trying to learn the ropes. You might be able to use a bullet point like this on your résumé: Provided one-on-one coaching for X employees based on individual needs. Listened to their stories, determined aspirations and conveyed positive feedback to enrich productivity levels. Result: Mediocre performers were transformed into the department's star employees. 3. Standardizing This refers to solid business performance uniformity in multiple departments, locations or functions. Things need to be measured, and processes must conform to a single standard in order to be understood by customers, employees and executives alike. Getting everyone to conform requires solid communications skills and can result in quantifiable, résumé-worthy results, such as: Standardized locations of key products on store end-caps, resulting in X percent sales increase of seasonal, high-profit items. Conveyed information to all store managers and followed up to ascertain that directions were being followed to ensure store-to-store uniformity. Standardized reporting of sales and costs from multiple departments to present a clearer financial analysis of business to CFO and the executive team. 4. Negotiating Business is all about negotiating everything from how much one party will pay another, to delivery times and hundreds of other things. Clearly, excellent negotiating outcomes are dependent on one's ability to persuade a key communication skill. For example: Leveraged ability to move quickly to gain a competitive advantage, thereby obtained a favorable price on X, resulting in an increased profit margin of $X for Y. Gained a favorable employment contract with X union by providing nonmonetary benefits of value to employees rather than increasing payroll costs for Y period of time. Presented proposal to union leaders and demonstrated why this outcome was of superior value to other proposals that were on the table for discussion. The list goes on and on. You can demonstrate your communications skills when you speak of facilitating meetings, problem solving, marketing and a host of other common workplace activities. The point is simple: Show your skills rather than simply claiming them. When you do, you will prove that indeed you are an excellent communicator. Happy hunting!
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Two years ago, this column asked, " When do airline passengers get their bill of rights? ", which detailed how air travelers in Europe but not in the United States fly under clear and firm rules for how airlines must treat them during delays, cancellations and other service disruptions. I've been writing about the political climate for strengthening passenger rights going back quite a few years now, and even expressed optimism in 2009 with " Passenger rights debate on glide path through Congress ." The good news for passengers is even though that glide path was disrupted, there have been some meaningful initiatives from the U.S. Department of Transportation in recent years. But additional legislative and regulatory reforms have yet to be realized. However, a new factor seems to have emerged in 2015 that may spur action, and that is anger. Consumer advocates and journalists alike are noting that grievances against airlines are rising; the most recent DOT statistics indicate monthly complaints against U.S. carriers increased by more than a third over last year. "I would agree that we've reached a new level of dissatisfaction," says Paul Hudson, president of FlyersRights.org , a nonprofit passenger organization. Anger in the air At the heart of much of this discontent is the subject of shrinking seats and legroom, a topic addressed at length last September with " Think airline seats have gotten smaller? They have ." In fact, one member of Congress recently wrote to DOT Secretary Anthony Foxx, urging him to "stand up" for passengers to ensure they receive "acceptable legroom and seat size." The airline industry has also been through a period of bad headlines. Consider the following: • In September, Jeff Smisek stepped down as CEO of United Airlines as a result of alleged corruption in the airline's relationship with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which oversees United's massive hub at Newark Liberty International Airport. Rep. Janice Hahn (D-Calif.) ripped Smisek's reported $25 million severance parachute, stating, "It is amazing in this day and age where airlines treat passengers so poorly shrinking legroom, charging for checking bags and snacks that the CEO can receive an over-the-top severance package." • In July, reports surfaced that the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the domestic airline industry for possible collusion by "limiting available seats to keep airfares high." An academic white paper released in April may have influenced the DOJ's decision to investigate; the thesis is that common ownership of the major airlines by a handful of investment firms has harmed consumers. The paper states: "In sum, we find that [airfares] are 3% to 11% higher because of common ownership, compared to a counterfactual world in which firms are separately owned, or in which firms entirely ignore their owners' anti-competitive incentives caused by common ownership." • Also in July, the DOT launched a separate investigation into charges five domestic airlines American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United engaged in price gouging after a fatal Amtrak crash in May shut down rail service in much of the Northeast; the charges allegedly include a $2,309 ticket from New York to Washington. Fighting the good fight So has passenger dissatisfaction finally reached a tipping point? "Hope springs eternal," says Hudson. He notes he is "cautiously optimistic" about meaningful legislation for the first time since airline deregulation in 1978: "There hasn't been a real look by Congress at the airline industry in 37 years." In that letter to Secretary Foxx, Rep. Hahn said she plans to introduce a Passenger Bill of Rights of her own, to "provide passengers a standard of reasonable conditions of travel." We've seen several such bills introduced in both houses of Congress in recent years, so we'll know soon enough if the political climate is changing in Washington. We're also scheduled to see how the DOT responds to some of the passenger rights issues for which the department has been soliciting public comments. Charlie Leocha, founder of the nonprofit Travelers United organization, serves on the DOT's Advisory Committee for Aviation Consumer Protection . Over the past year I joined other advocates and industry professionals in testifying before the ACACP about the state of passenger relations. Leocha recently summed up that year of "tumultuous testimony" and announced the committee's formal recommendations to the DOT, including disclosure of cancellation and change fees and advanced notification of changes to frequent-flier programs. But perhaps the ACACP's most important recommendation is that the Federal Aviation Administration conduct "realistic testing" of the 90-second emergency evacuation rule using real-world cabin seats, not the roomier seating standards that are far less common now. Leocha states, "Those tests should be changed to reflect today's seating reality." So in the end, ironically, it may be those tighter seats that bring about stronger oversight of the airlines. What can passengers do? "The public has to get much more active in order to break this logjam in Congress," says Hudson. He and other advocates suggest change will need to be driven in part by consumers, who should contact representatives and the White House. Here are some other suggestions: • The DOT provides guidance on how passengers can file complaints against airlines . DOT officials have confirmed that the passenger reforms undertaken in recent years were spurred in part by such complaints. • FlyersRights.org includes several consumer petitions , including initiatives addressing a comprehensive passenger rights bill, shrinking airline seats and airline change fees. • Social media has evolved into a very effective way of getting airlines' attention even in real time. In addition, some (though not all) carriers have responded quite quickly when passenger complaints go viral on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. In other words, if you see something, say something ONLINE. Have you become dissatisfied with the flying experience? Are you hoping for meaningful changes? Let us know in the comments section. Bill McGee, a contributing editor to Consumer Reports and the former editor of Consumer Reports Travel Letter, is an FAA-licensed aircraft dispatcher who worked in airline operations and management for several years. Tell him what you think of his latest column by sending him an email at [email protected] . Include your name, hometown and daytime phone number, and he may use your feedback in a future column .
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Let's get one thing straight. I sent my son to preschool and pre-K. He was supposed to learn everything he would need for Kindergarten there. Sure, I'm not talking about a fancy private school. Just plain, old neighborhood public school. So, why am I still finding things that he should have known before he went to Kindergarten? For instance, he should have known how to write all of his letters and numbers. I assumed he was learning this in preschool or would learn it in Kindergarten. But no. For the first worksheet he brought home from school, he needed to count up different objects and write the number. That's when I realized pre-K didn't prepare my kid. Even more humbling, I realized I hadn't prepared him either, though it was my job as the parent. Now we are playing catch up at home on a few key things that I just assumed my son knew. Which just goes to show, you should never assume. 1. Writing ABCs Knowing your ABCs is very different from being able to write them. Most children are encouraged to know how to read and write their name before they start Kindergarten. Chances are, your child's name does not have all of the letters of the alphabet in it. Print out worksheets to practice with your child. Work on all uppercase letters or all lowercase letters. Find worksheets on sites like K5Learning.com that have the lines already on the paper, which are similar to the lined paper they will be using in the classroom. 2. Writing 1,2,3s Just like the ABCs, your child needs to know how to write numbers. When my son came home with his very first homework sheet, and it had math problems on it, I didn't think it would be a problem. My son knew how to count objects with no difficulty. He told me how many were on the sheet, and I told him to write the number. He looked at me like I was insane. He had no idea how to write his numbers. I instantly downloaded worksheets so we could be working on his numbers the first week of school. 3. Sight words I have always struggled with teaching my son to read. I either don't have the patience or he doesn't have the patience. If you are like me, find yourself a decent app or web program to help your child practice sight words before they start Kindergarten or to reinforce what they are learning during kindergarten. This will give them a little leg up and get them reading sooner than a few of their peers. 4. Wiping his bottom Yes, this one is gross and obvious, but, truly, we hadn't worked on it very hard until the summer right before Kindergarten. I felt like such a failure that I had taken the lazy way out and just done it for him. The best part of our training was him saying "I don't want to do that mom. It's gross!" And yet he expected ME to do it for him? I found I wasn't the only mom to hit this snag with her kid as they entered Kindergarten . Plenty of us had gotten used to our routine and forgotten that our children should be doing this in preschool. Teachers aren't allowed to wipe them, so if your kids won't do it while at school, no one will. Thankfully there are plenty of resources out on the web for parents to catch up or help their child excel in Kindergarten. Don't overwhelm your kids with tons of extra work, but do give them the confidence and the tools to get the job done. I've been humbled. Instead of being the mom who expects the teacher to do everything for her child, I'm not taking a more active role, the role I should have taken all along. Share on Facebook ?
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The prison guards tasked with keeping an eye on Mexico's top drug lord may have been playing solitaire on their computers when he escaped earlier this year. According to a column published this week in El Universal , Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán was able to flee the Federal Social Readaptation Center No. 1, also called Altiplano, in July in part because the guards were not watching the security camera footage. And when they were questioned about it, they lied, Telesur reported . Guzmán, the head of the Sinaloa Cartel and one of the world's biggest drug kingpins, made his second infamous escape from prison Saturday, July 11. He was there serving out a sentence for murder and drug trafficking when he disappeared after taking a shower. Authorities later discovered an almost mile-long tunnel underneath the prison, which led many to suggest he was helped by people both inside and outside the jail, Reuters reported . El Chapo was thought to have entered the tunnel at about 8:52 p.m. the night of July 11. The guards previously told investigators that their computer screens had frozen four minutes earlier and had to be restarted, which contributed to the 18-minute delay between the time the inmate vanished from security camera footage and the time guards were sent to his cell. They said they called their supervisors nearly 30 times after the discovery that El Chapo was gone. This photo allegedly proves what federal agents were doing as El Chapo escaped from prison: http://t.co/OAiT9ueK8W pic.twitter.com/w3E9HXdOmu Business Insider (@businessinsider) October 6, 2015 But the El Universal report suggested that some of the guards' computers had been turned off, and they called only three times. Video sent to the attorney general's office showed the guards seemed "to be doing everything, but in reality nobody was doing anything. They would stand up, sit down, walk from one end to the other, bump into each other, slam on keyboards, stop, pick up the phone and place it back down," the article alleged in Spanish. The prison guards have been accused of giving Guzmán special treatment before. El Blog De Narco published an interview earlier this year with a former inmate who claimed the guards gave El Chapo newspapers and allowed him to have a cell phone. They reportedly had "great respect" for him, even calling him "Don Joaquin" and "Lord." About 20 people have been arrested for possible links to El Chapo's jailbreak, NBC News reported .
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Geoffrey Lardy straps into water-powered jetpacks to show off the capabilities of these aquatic machines.
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Iraqi forces have retaken several areas north and west of Ramadi as efforts to close in on the Anbar provincial capital, which was seized by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group in May, intensified. An operation involving 2,000 troops backed by air strikes from the US-led coalition led to the recapture of several neighbourhoods from ISIL, officials said on Wednesday. A brigadier general from the Anbar operations command said those included Zankura, Albu Jleib, al-Adnaniyah and parts of Albu Risha and an area known as Kilometre 5. "The Iraqi security forces also took control of the main road west of Ramadi and they are now using it to support the forces positioned to liberate Ramadi," Adhal Fahdawi, a member of the provincial council, told AFP news agency. RELATED: Iraq's Kurd's: 'Losing to ISIL is not an option' According to the US-led coalition's daily tally of air strikes in Iraq and Syria, a total of 27 strikes have been conducted in the Ramadi area since the start of October. "The coalition's air support has played a big part in this progress," Fahdawi said. "If operations continue at this pace, I expect the liberation of Ramadi to be possible by the end of the month." Ahmed al-Assadi, spokesman for the Hashed al-Shaabi paramilitary organisation also involved in the operation, even predicted it would happen "in the next few days". Iraqi officials, including Assadi and Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, had said immediately after ISIL fighters blitzed the security forces out of Ramadi in mid-May that a reconquest would be a matter of days. The Iraqi forces' advance has been sluggish however, sparking mounting criticism of the US-supported effort to train and equip Iraqi fighters in Anbar. In pictures: Iraq seek respite from oppressive reality Colonel Steve Warren, the Baghdad-based spokesman for the coalition, admitted last week that the Ramadi operation had essentially been on "pause" for some time. He said that the sheer amount of improvised explosive devices laid by ISIL around Ramadi had required extra training and added that US advisers on the ground were now encouraging Iraqi generals to complete the task of retaking the city. "We are all urging them to begin with the utmost haste to finish this fight in Ramadi," he said. "It's a very important fight and it needs to be finished." Iraq may request Russian air strikes against ISIL Meanwhile, Iraq may request Russian air strikes against ISIL on its soil soon and wants Moscow to have a bigger role than the US in the war against the group, the head of parliament's defence and security committee said on Wednesday. "In the upcoming few days or weeks, I think Iraq will be forced to ask Russia to launch air strikes, and that depends on their success in Syria," Hakim al-Zamili, a leading Shia politician, told Reuters news agency in an interview. The comments were the clearest signal yet that Baghdad intends to lean on Russia in the war on ISIL after US-led coalition airstrikes produced limited results. Russian military action in Iraq would deepen US fears that it is losing more strategic ground to rivals in one of the world's most critical regions.
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Men thought to be undercover Israeli policemen who had infiltrated a group of Palestinian stone throwers shot and wounded three of them, one seriously, in the West Bank Wednesday.
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Samsung estimated its third-quarter profit increased by almost 80 percent, no thanks to its tanking smartphone sales.
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A new beaver-like creature has been discovered in a dig in New Mexico.
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At least two Palestinians have been seriously wounded by Israeli fire during protests in the West Bank, just hours after two stabbing incidents in occupied East Jerusalem and the Israeli city of Kiryat Gan. An Israeli army spokesperson told Al Jazeera that around 350 Palestinians had clashed with Israeli troops near the settlement of Beit El, northwest of Ramallah. She said Israeli soldiers were attacked with molotov cocktails and rocks, and the two wounded were taken to hospitals. The AFP news agency reported that three Palestinian stone throwers were wounded when men thought to be undercover Israeli officers opened fire on them. Four masked men were throwing rocks when others among them suddenly drew pistols. As the infiltrators grabbed and beat one man, they opened fire. One of the Palestinians was hit in the back of the head, and Israeli soldiers rushed in to assist the shooters. Palestinians regularly accuse Israel of placing Arabic-speaking infiltrators among demonstrators in order to make arrests. In a separate incident, the Maan news agency reported that two Palestinians had been shot and injured near the village of Dar Salah, east of Bethlehem, after an attack on an Israeli settler. Earlier an Israeli soldier was lightly injured in Kiryat Gan, located south of Tel Aviv, when a Palestinian allegedly stabbed him and attempted to steal his weapon. The Palestinian was shot and killed during the confrontation. A Palestinian woman was also shot in occupied East Jerusalem while stabbing an Israeli man, according to Israeli police. The woman stabbed the man in the back on Wednesday, Luba Samri, Israeli police spokesperson, said. However, he managed to take out his gun and shoot her, Samri said. The woman was seriously injured while the man sustained light injuries. In another incident in the Israeli capital, Tel Aviv, a man was wounded by a Palestinian attacker, who was arrested by Israeli police. Reporter's Notebook: Israel's right defies rabbinate over al-Aqsa At least 600 Palestinians have been injured by Israeli forces since Saturday, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent. On Tuesday, an Israeli soldier shot and killed a 13-year-old Palestinian child in the Aida refugee camp near Bethlehem. He was the sixth Palestinian child killed by Israeli forces or settlers in 2015, according to Defence for Children International - Palestine Section. Israeli settlers have also launched dozens of attacks against Palestinians and their property in recent days. Moves to avoid escalation Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu postponed a visit to Germany set for Thursday to tackle the violence that has raged for three weeks despite appeals for calm. Security officials from the two sides had met on Tuesday evening after the Palestinian leader, Mahmoud Abbas, said he did not want a violent escalation. Israel lifted age restrictions from Wednesday on Muslims praying at the sensitive Al-Aqsa mosque compound in an apparent bid to ease tensions. In moves to calm the situation, Israeli and Palestinian security officials reportedly met at an undisclosed location in the West Bank on Tuesday evening for talks. The talks followed Abbas's call for restraint.
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When Donald J. Trump responded in July to criticism from one of his Republican rivals, Senator Lindsey Graham, by publicly releasing the South Carolina lawmaker's cellphone number , the public and the press could not get enough of the jaw-dropping stunt. But on Monday, when Mr. Trump sent a case of Trump brand bottled water to Senator Marco Rubio's campaign office poking fun at the Florida senator's sweaty debate performance and penchant for chugging water the prank fell notably flat. Sign Up For NYT Now's Morning Briefing Newsletter While the cellphone gag earned 34,000 mentions in print, broadcast and social media that day alone, the Rubio water bottle gambit generated just 7,500 mentions about one-fifth as many during the same period, according to Zignal Labs , a San Francisco-based analytics company that tracks media. "A good old Trump stunt just doesn't generate the media attention that it used to even on social media," said Anthony York, an analyst at Zignal Labs. Though the New York real estate developer still leads the Republican field in national polls, Mr. Trump's ability to command both voter and news media attention simply by being his outlandish, bombastic self is starting to wane . The decline in attention for Mr. Trump seems particularly pronounced in the conservative news media outlets that carry influence over many Republican primary voters. Though many of the mainstream outlets favored by the Republican establishment most notably the editorial pages of The Wall Street Journal have always greeted Mr. Trump's candidacy with a critical, if not disdainful eye, that discomfort has spread to the news media that speak to the populist base of the Republican Party, whose anger at Washington has helped fuel Mr. Trump's rise. Fox News opinion commentators no longer go on breathlessly about Mr. Trump's antics, and conservative talk-radio programs have moved on to fawn over Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina and Senator Ted Cruz of Texas. "It's kind of a like a season of TV shows eventually people burn out on them," said Erick Erickson , a conservative commentator who runs RedState.com . "We've had a season of Trump and the plot hasn't changed, there's no new twist, and people are starting to move on to other TV shows." After rescinding an invitation to Mr. Trump from an August candidate forum following the candidate's attack on Megyn Kelly of Fox News, Mr. Erickson said he received the most hate mail and calls of his career. But, he added, after Mr. Trump's shaky performance in the Sept. 16 Republican debate, many of those readers and listeners tell him they are returning to the fold, spurred, in part, by the sense that Mr. Trump is not quite the substantive candidate they had originally thought. "What all the pro-Trump people don't understand is that conservatives for the past 20 years have been preprogrammed to go beat Hillary Clinton, and if they perceive him as an obstacle to doing that, they're going to move on," he said. The conservative news media has always been somewhat conflicted over Mr. Trump, whose tax policies and positions on social issues do not entirely align with their causes. But for conservative commentators like Ann Coulter, who, like Mr. Trump, is focused almost entirely on stopping illegal immigration , the issue is not that Mr. Trump is losing the support of the conservative news media. It is that he never had unified support in this hugely influential space in the first place. "The anti-Trump G.O.P. media outlets have gone from blind sputtering hatred to angry contempt and now seem to have settled on impotent rage," Ms. Coulter said. Outlets like CNN also still rely on Mr. Trump to drive ratings, though he is less of a draw than he had been in months after he announced his candidacy. In an interview with CNN on Tuesday, Mr. Trump highlighted his position at the top of the field and showed no signs of toning down his bombast. "I'm not going anywhere," Mr. Trump said . "I'm leading every poll. I'm going to win and I'm going to make our country great again." But there are signs that many voters and commentators have at least started to move on. When Mr. Trump came out strong in the Republican primary polls, the conservative radio personality Glenn Beck, who also owns The Blaze , a TV and digital news outlet, reached out to Mr. Trump's office to arrange for him to come on the program. But Mr. Beck's interest in Mr. Trump appears to have cooled. He has had Mr. Carson, Mrs. Fiorina and Mr. Cruz on his nationally syndicated radio program, but said he no longer had any interest in "the circus" of hosting Mr. Trump. "I think he's a schoolyard bully who does not reflect any of the values and principles that I see from Americans on both sides," Mr. Beck said, expressing frustration that the anger Mr. Trump has tapped into is often associated with the Tea Party. "He's not a Tea Party guy," he said. Mr. Trump has tried to use being shunned in the news media to his advantage. But he may have hurt his chances of reaching his voter base when he instigated an on-again, off-again public feud with Fox News the highest-rated cable TV channel in the country, which holds enormous sway over Republican primary voters and its chairman and chief executive, Roger E. Ailes. Mr. Beck, whose program aired on Fox News until 2011, said he questioned Mr. Trump's endgame. "If I were a betting man, I'd put money on Roger Ailes every time," Mr. Beck said. The increasingly negative coverage of Mr. Trump by some conservative news outlets accompanies a less drastic decline in interest occurring across the mainstream media and even among some voters. An analysis by Kalev H. Leetaru , a fellow at George Washington University who studies media and society, found that while Mr. Trump still dominates Republican candidate mentions on network television nearly 54 percent of all mentions the blanket coverage started to slowly decline at the end of August and into September. His share of airtime dropped below 40 percent multiple times as candidates like former Gov. Jeb Bush of Florida, Mr. Carson, Mrs. Fiorina and Mr. Rubio have garnered more attention. "It's always the new thing that wins, and at a certain point you reach saturation, and with Trump we're kind of at a saturation point," Mr. Leetaru said. Two.42.Solutions , a nonpartisan media analytics company, also found that voter conversations about Mr. Trump took on a more negative tone after the second Republican debate, during which he sharply criticized several of his rivals. "The tide is turning in terms of sentiment, at least for Mr. Trump," said Mohammad Hamid, co-founder and chief technology officer of the company. "Our data shows the bubble will burst. It's just a matter of when." And Zignal Labs found that as Mr. Trump's share of media attention declined, both Mr. Carson and Mrs. Fiorina saw their shares increase. "It's an interesting question of who is losing who," said Josh Ginsberg, chief executive of Zignal Labs. "Are voters reacting off of conservative media, or is conservative media reacting off of voters?" But, Mr. Ginsberg added, losing the conservative news media could have long-term ramifications for a Trump candidacy. "Primary voters in states like Iowa or South Carolina or New Hampshire are going to get their cues from these outlets," he said, "so Trump has really big issues he needs to look at here." Find out what you need to know about the 2016 presidential race today, and get politics news updates via Facebook , Twitter and the First Draft newsletter .
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Robots will be the farmers of the future . A company in Japan is building an indoor lettuce farm that will be completely tended by robots and computers. The company, named Spread, expects the factory to open in 2017, and the fully automated farming process could make the lettuce cheaper and better for the environment. Spread already tends several large indoor farms, which have a multitude of environmental benefits. The plants can be grown hydroponically without exhausting soil resources. Up to 98 percent of Spread's water will be recycled, and the factory won't have to spray pesticides, since the pests are outdoors. Artificial lighting means the food supply won't rely on weather variables, and the lighting can be supplied through renewable energy. Currently Spread grows about 7.7 million heads of lettuce a year, and sells them at about the same price as regular lettuce. It sounds like the company is hoping to increase its production and lower its prices by making their growing process even more automated. Right now it's pretty common for indoor farms to have temperature, humidity, light, and CO 2 controlled automatically by a computer. Spread hopes to have the entire process run by robots, from seeding to harvesting. For now, the Wall Street Journal reports that the company is still working on a machine that can plant the seeds, and their process still requires human eyes to determine whether a seedling has sprouted. Computer vision systems have been trained to recognize different toppings on pizza , so presumably getting a system to see the difference between a baby plant and empty dirt won't be a show-stopper. Fast Company reports that Spread's new factory, which begins construction next year, should cut labor costs by 50 percent, which translates to savings for consumers. For more on how we'll grow and consume food in the future, check out the Future Of Food feature in Popular Science 's October issue.
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U.S. House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy appears to have locked up enough support among his fellow Republicans to be nominated for speaker, but has not nailed down the 218 votes needed to be elected by the full chamber, Republican lawmakers said on Wednesday. House of Representatives Republicans are scheduled to cast secret ballots on Thursday on their choice to replace House Speaker John Boehner, who is resigning from Congress on Oct. 30. McCarthy, currently the No. 2 House Republican, and the front-runner in the race, has two announced Republican opponents for the job - House Oversight Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz of Utah and Representative Daniel Webster of Florida. A group of around 40 of the most conservative House Republicans - enough to keep him from being elected speaker in a public vote - were largely still non-committal after a candidate forum on Tuesday. The Freedom Caucus is expected to meet on Wednesday to decide which candidate to support. "We have every intention of voting together tomorrow and on the house floor," said Representative Jim Jordan, the group's leader. Some Freedom Caucus members said they would not support McCarthy, including Representative Tim Huelskamp of Kansas, who said he would likely vote for Webster. "I don't think Kevin convinced anybody that he would be much different than John Boehner," Huelskamp said. "Right now it's just 'Trust me.'" Boehner has scheduled a public vote for his replacement on Oct. 29. "I am confident we will have a new speaker on that day," Boehner told reporters. With 247 Republicans in the House, failure to win the 218 minimum needed for a Speaker to be elected would prove embarrassing for the party. A House Democratic leadership aide said Democrats would not help Republicans elect McCarthy and instead will vote for Democratic Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, who served as speaker from 2007 until 2011. Representative Mark Meadows, a North Carolina conservative who in July called for Boehner's ouster, said it was not likely that 218 votes could be reached on Thursday, but such a vote would be "unifying." Another House conservative, Representative Walter Jones, said any candidate who has committed "misdeeds" that could embarrass the party should withdraw from leadership contests. But he did not name any specific concerns. In a letter to party leaders, Jones recalled past personal controversies, such as the resignation of Speaker-elect Bob Livingston in 1998 after an extramarital affair became public. (Additional reporting by Andy Sullivan, editing by G Crosse)
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Everything your favorite celebs did during the week of Oct. 4. Nick Jonas Nick Jonas and Frank Grillo arrive at the premiere of DIRECTV's Kingdom season two at SilverScreen Theater at the Pacific Design Center on Oct. 6, 2015, in West Hollywood, California. Selena Gomez Selena Gomez celebrates Instagram's fifth birthday by sharing a photo of her at 5 years old on Oct. 6, 2015. Justin Bieber Justin Bieber shows off his latest tattoo, "purpose," on Oct. 6, 2015. Chrissy Teigen Chrissy Teigen redecorates her dressing room with *NSYNC posters Oct. 6, 2015. Rihanna Rihanna and Richie Akiva at the 1OAK Pop-Up Event in honor of Richie Akiva's Birthday on Oct. 6, 2015. St. Vincent and Cara Delevingne St. Vincent and Cara Delevingne attend the Chanel show in Paris on Oct. 6, 2015. Prince Harry Prince Harry meets Nellie-Mai Evans, 9, winner of the Inspirational Young Person Award in the 7- to 10-year-old age group at the WellChild Awards at the London Hilton Hotel on Oct. 5, 2015. Rihanna Rihanna thanks Kevin Trapp with a kiss for her signed jersey Oct. 5, 2015. Kylie and Caitlyn Jenner Kylie and Caitlyn Jenner take a selfie together before heading to dinner Oct. 5, 2015. Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Chrissy Teigen and John Legend enjoy some cinnamon rolls Oct. 5, 2015. Gina Rodriguez and Britney Spears Gina Rodriguez and Britney Spears take a selfie on set of Jane the Virgin on Oct. 5, 2015. Paris Jackson Making a rare appearance, Paris Jackson and her boyfriend Chester Castellaw arrive at the launch party for the Jackson Families Reality TV show at Goal Restaurant/Bar in Los Angeles on Oct. 3, 2015. Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa take a selfie together Oct. 5, 2015. Gregg Sulkin and Bella Thorne Gregg Sulkin and Bella Thorne take a break from bike riding to pose for a photo Oct. 5, 2015. Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid attend the French Ligue 1 between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique de Marseille at Parc Des Princes in Paris on Oct. 4, 2015. Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff attend The Rape Foundation's annual brunch at Greenacres on Oct. 4, 2015, in Beverly Hills, California. North West and Penelope Khloé Kardashian shares a photo of North West and Penelope on Oct. 4, 2015. Taylor Swift Taylor Swift takes a selfie with Meredith on Oct. 4, 2015. Britney Spears and Kate Hudson Britney Spears goes to Kate Hudson's game night Oct. 4, 2015. Heidi Klum Heidi Klum begins prepping her Halloween costume Oct. 3, 2015. Kanye West and Jared Leto Kanye West and Jared Leto attend Vogue 95th Anniversary Party in Paris on Oct. 3, 2015. Kylie Jenner Kylie Jenner takes a selfie while waist-training Oct. 5, 2015.
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(Bloomberg) -- T-Mobile US Inc. and a unit of credit- tracking firm Experian Plc are facing a growing list of lawsuits after hackers gained access to personal data on 15 million T- Mobile customers held on Experian servers. The hack, revealed Oct. 1, exposed millions of Americans to potential identity theft, forcing customers and applicants to take costly actions to protect themselves from fraud, according to complaints filed as soon as a day later. By Wednesday, at least five such lawsuits were under way against T-Mobile and Experian, all seeking class-action status to represent everyone affected by the breach. A sixth lawsuit named only Experian. Companies and government agencies have been stepping up protection efforts as hackers target troves of personal data that can be sold on the black market and used to carry out financial crimes. Even the most experienced and seemingly protective entities appear vulnerable. "What makes the most recent breach so ironic is that Experian holds itself out as an expert in the field of data protection, touting its revenues in this area in the amount of $4 billion annually," one of the plaintiffs said in a complaint. Experian Information Solutions Inc., the U.S. unit of London-based Experian, held the data on its servers to perform credit checks on current and potential T-Mobile customers. The hackers stole names, addresses and Social Security numbers, T- Mobile said. People who submitted credit applications from Sept. 1, 2013, to Sept. 16, 2015, were affected. Dark Web The plaintiffs, who accuse the companies of negligence and violations of consumer protection laws, claim the stolen data is already appearing for sale in corners of the Internet known as the dark web, according to one of the complaints. "Obviously I am incredibly angry about this data breach and we will institute a thorough review of our relationship with Experian, but right now my top concern and first focus is assisting any and all consumers affected," John Legere, T- Mobile's chief executive officer, wrote earlier in a letter to consumers. California Attorney General Kamala Harris on Monday issued a statement urging the state's T-Mobile customers and applicants to immediately place fraud alerts on their credit records or pay for security freezes. Federal Courts The lawsuits were filed in federal courts in Chicago; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and Santa Ana, California. Gerry Tschopp, a spokesman for Experian in the U.S., didn't return a call seeking comment on the complaints. Timothy O'Regan, a spokesman for Bellevue, Washington-based T-Mobile, a unit of Deutsche Telekom AG, didn't respond to a message. Other companies victimized by hackers in recent years include JPMorgan Chase & Co., Home Depot Inc., Sony Corp. and Target Corp. Target won court approval in March of a class- action settlement with more than 100 million people. Target's $10 million accord included awards to individual customers of as much as $10,000 each. To contact the reporter on this story: Erik Larson in New York at [email protected] To contact the editors responsible for this story: David Glovin at [email protected] Joe Schneider, Charles Carter
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Steering clear of processed junk food is essential to supporting your best health, but adding these popular superfoods into your meals will help your diet work double time for you. These eight powerful recipes need to make they way onto your table stat. Acai and Berry Bowl The superfruit acai is a hot superfood trend for good reason. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and essential amino and fatty acids, acai can keep your body working at its top potential. Serve acai up in this acai, berry, and bowl banana for a refreshing and nutrient-rich breakfast that tastes like a treat. Turmeric Milk Curcumin, the active ingredient in the spice turmeric, is a natural anti-inflammatory that has been shown to ease muscle soreness after a tough workout, stop a headache in its tracks, support weight-loss goals, and improve your digestion. You can toss into into your favorite curry or shake up in this turmeric milk recipe that's an ancient healing remedy. Chia Seed Pizza Crust Amp up the nutritional power of your homemade pizza pie with this crust chia-filled . These tiny seeds are high in protein, fiber, calcium, antioxidants, omega-3s, and can help you debloat. You won't even be able to taste them in this genius recipe. Creamy Hemp Seed Dressing Hemp seeds are a great source of omega-3s and vitamin E, and their nutty flavor and creamy texture lay the base for this and hemp dressing citrus . Once you blend up this recipe for the first time, you'll always want to have a batch ready to go in your fridge. Brussels Sprout Chips Brussels sprouts may have had a bad rap in the past, but this vitamin-rich veggie has achieved superfood status for good reason. They're high in vitamins C and K and are also loaded with cancer-fighting antioxidants. Looking for a seasonal, high-fiber, and low-calorie salty snack? Whip up a batch of crispy sprout chips brussels made from the roasted veggie's leaves. Cacao Nib and Cold Brew Smoothie Raw cacao is the purest form of chocolate you can consume, which means it's much less processed and significantly higher in antioxidants than plain old cocoa powder or store-bought chocolate bars. Studies have shown that it may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and reduce your blood pressure, and it can improve your mood big time. The flavor of the nibs alone can be a little intense, but it works perfectly in this this smoothie caffeinated that combines cold-brew coffee, breakfast, and cacao in one tall and delicious glass. Beet Greens Don't throw out the tops of your fresh beets; the greens are jam-packed with nutrients as well. Beet greens are high in iron, calcium, and magnesium, and the bright roots themselves are full of antioxidants, ridiculously low in calories, and a great source of fiber. If you're a fan of their texture, beets need to be a mainstay in your superfood-packed diet. Keep things simple with this easy and satisfying preparation: balsamic beets roasted served up with their greens. Bone Broth Bone broth is rich in glutamine and glycine, two amino acids that some nutritionists believe heal gut inflammation. Bone broth is also very rich in collagen, which supports and strengthens your hair, skin, and nails. Simmering bones for 15 hours might sound a little out of your comfort zone, but after you make this broth recipe bone once, you'll always want a batch ready to sip.
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South Carolina governor warns danger has not passed just because the rain has stopped
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Turkey says Russian air strikes are hitting rebels who are fighting Islamic State in Syria and urged Russia to respect Turkish air space and interests. Diane Hodges reports.
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With devastating floods still impacting the area around Columbia, S.C., the University of South Carolina has moved its scheduled football game Saturday against LSU to Baton Rouge. The school announced the change Wednesday after "consultation with state and local officials, law enforcement, the SEC and LSU." Kickoff time and other ticket information will be announced later. "Yesterday, we made the extremely difficult decision to cancel classes for the week due to the stress 34,000 students would place on the region's recovering infrastructure, there is no doubt 85,000 fans would exact the same toll," South Carolina president Harris Pastides said in a release. "In the spirit of supporting our South Carolina community that is so supportive of Gamecock Nation, we have decided to move the game to Baton Rouge. The stress on law enforcement and first responders is too great. Moreover, we've had many in the Carolina family directly impacted by the flooding." At least 15 people have died since severe thunderstorms hit the state. Classes at the South Carolina have been canceled for the week. Talks had been ongoing this week about whether the game would be played in Columbia, Baton Rouge or perhaps a neutral site in the region like Jacksonville or Charlotte. It is unclear whether South Carolina will get an additional home game in future years to make up for moving it to Baton Rouge this year. LSU is not scheduled to play South Carolina again until 2020 in the SEC's schedule rotation. Though No. 5 LSU would be a heavy favorite over South Carolina in any venue, getting five SEC home games this season could be perceived as a slight edge in the tight SEC West race. The Gamecocks will practice in South Carolina before leaving Friday for the game. "On behalf of the South Carolina football team we want to do the right thing and do what is best for all concerned," South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier said in a statement. "It appears the best thing is to travel to LSU. We look forward to the challenge and competing against the Tigers in Baton Rouge on Saturday."
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Quench your thirst for knowledge with these impressive boozy facts. 1. The White House brews its own beer. President Obama is the first president to ever brew beer on White House grounds, according to the official White House blog. Check out the recipes for The White House Honey Porter and White House Honey Ale , which include honey from bee-hives also grown at the White House. 2. The oldest known recipe for beer is over 4,000 years old. This clay tablet, which dates back to 3100-3000 BC in Mesopotamia, shows the allocation of beer, according to The British Museum. The symbol for beer is "an upright jar with pointed base," which you can spot three times in the image above. In other mind-blowing news, Egyptian pyramid workers were paid with beer, according to Smithsonian magazine. Workers received four to five liters a day, per archaeologist Dr. Patrick McGovern, who added that "you would have had a rebellion on your hands if they'd run out. The pyramids might not have been built if there hadn't been enough beer." 3. The first professional brewers were women. In ancient Egypt, beer was traditionally brewed by women, according to The Atlantic. But as the economy transitioned from agriculture-based to industry-based, beer became commercial, brewed and sold mainly by men. 4. Beer pong doesn't have to be a mess. This one goes out to all the germaphobes who (rightfully) avoid beer pong because, GAH, just think where that ball's been! Enter Slip Cup, a protective mini-cup that fits inside your beer cup to catch the ping pong ball. Not only will your booze remain grime free, the cups are designed to prevent beer from spilling all over the floor. 5. Beer was once consumed hot. Yuck. Though most people today prefer their refreshing beer ice cold, that hasn't always been the case. Warm ale provided heat and could even replace a meal, according to The Atlantic. In fact, a piece of advice dating back to the 17th century cautioned drinkers of cold beers, saying warm, malty beverages are more "healthful." 6. Exposure to light makes beer go bad. You may already know that beer is flavored with hops, but did you know that when hops are exposed to light they produce a compound that stinks "just like a skunk"? Such is the case, according to Dr. Charles Bamforth, a professor of brewing science at the University of California at Davis, who spoke to The New York Times. This explains why many beer bottles are brown, which prevents the process from happening. 7. Beer may be good for your bones. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published a study in 2009 which showed a correlation between alcohol intake (beer, wine and liquor) and bone mineral density. The researchers found that "moderate consumption of alcohol may be beneficial to bone in men and postmenopausal women." 8. You can bathe in beer. In Czech Republic, there is a beer spa that offers a 20-minute bath in beer brewing ingredients. The company, Chodovar, claims the practice boosts blood circulation, opens up pores, softens the skin and infuses the body with vitamins. One way ticket, anyone? 9. You can study beer in college. Like, legitimately. Zythology may be defined as "the study of beer and beer-making, including the role particular ingredients play in the brewing process," but you can't fully go to school for that just yet. However, if you want to incorporate your love of IPA with a valid degree, Colorado State University offers a B.S. in Fermentation Science and Technology as part of the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. You can find out more about the program here.
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Pure Storage (PSTG) made its trading debut on Wall Street on Wednesday, but its stock price was down more than 4 percent by midday, to $16.29. The flash storage company's shares opened at $16.74, shy of its initial public offering price of $17. More than 5.8 million shares were traded in the first five minutes of trading alone . Despite the lower-than-expected opening, CEO Scott Dietzen told CNBC's " Squawk on the Street " he's encouraging his team to think long term. "This is a marathon, not a sprint. ... Don't look at the stock day to day, think in quarters and in years, because that is the kind of company we're looking to build," he said. Dietzen also told CNBC he's confident in his company's ability to do well among competitors in the storage industry. "To have success in this market you've got to craft a software model that takes great advantage of the flash. You've got to build the right hardware, you've got to build the right cloud automation, and we think you have to change the business model, too," he said. "None of our big competitors have any one of those four ingredients right yet, and we've got a two year lead that we're going to grow over time." Pure Storage hasn't made a profit since it's inception in 2009, but according to a recent report by Renaissance Capital, PSTG is the fastest-growing company in storage industry history. "If you look year over year for every dollar of expense we're adding a $1.50 in revenue. Over the last three years we've improved operating efficiency five fold," Dietzen said. "So even as the business has been scaling, it has been getting more profitable." However, Dietzen said his company is striving for more than just profitability. "It's a $24 billion market. We're playing for the number one share in that market, so this is about growth but it's also about growth and improving the health of our business as we go," he said. So far in 2015, only 19 tech companies have gone public, according to Dealogic. In fact, 46 companies shelved their IPO plans because stocks have been experiencing their worst quarterly performance since 2011. Pure Storage is the first company from the 2015 CNBC Disruptors 50 List to go public. Reuters contributed to this report
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Shortly before the US entered World War II, Dodge supplied the military with a line of pickups internally codenamed WC, those letters designating the year 1941 and the half-ton payload rating. From 1941 to 1945 Dodge built more than a quarter million of them, and even though "WC" came to refer to the Weapons Carrier body style, the WC range served in 38 different configurations from pickup trucks to ambulances to six-wheeled personnel and weapons haulers. The story is that soldiers returning from active duty badgered Dodge for a civilian version of that indefatigable warhorse, so Dodge responded with the Power Wagon in 1946. Even for those no-nonsense times the truck was so austere that the first three names Dodge gave it were "Farm Utility Truck," "WDX General Purpose Truck," and "General Purpose, One Ton Truck." "Power Wagon" was the fourth choice, not finalized until just before it went on sale. Nothing like today's Power Wagon, the original could be seen as either a glorified tractor or a slightly less uncouth military vehicle hell-for-leather meant going 50 miles per hour. But it would go nearly anywhere. The civilian version was still built like it had to survive, well, a world war; power take-offs (PTOs) ran all manner of ancillaries; multiplicative gear ratios helped it produce enough torque to make an earthquake envious. Said to be the first civilian 4x4 truck made in America, any organization that needed a simple, sturdy mechanized draught animal knew it needed a Power Wagon. If that history, the aura of war, and the ruthless functionality attract you but the mean comforts and 70-year-old manners don't, then you need to get in touch with Legacy Classic Trucks. The Jackson Hole, WY, restorer retains every ounce of the Power Wagon's orchard-work aptitude, decorated with present-day amenities and the best components. Each job starts with having to find a usable donor. The city of Breckenridge, CO, bought the red truck in our gallery in 1947 and used it as a snowplow for the next 30 years. In 1977 a log-home builder bought it from the city and used it for another decade as a company hauler. That's the kind of grueling longevity that lets Ram put a five-figure premium on the 2500 Power Wagon pickup it sells today. Legacy Classics founder Winslow S. Bent says, "I find them abandoned, with trees growing through them. But I'll buy it if the frames are good, if I can get half a truck in really good shape." After he's removed the flora and dragged it from its resting place, he overhauls his finds with the exactitude we've gotten to know from other restorers like Icon's Jonathan Ward and even Singer Vehicle Design. The frame-off restoration begins by sandblasting and boxing the ladder beams, which were C-section forward of the bed. After that Winslow says they save whatever they can, but any necessary bodywork is re-fabricated, and all of that works is done in the US. Legacy makes new steel bodies, fenders, and running boards, while the beds are made in Detroit. The cockpit comes in regular, extended, and double-cab configurations. The regular cab presents the classic look but gets a nine-foot bed, a foot longer than on the original. The extended cab gets a 14-inch extension, which means splicing in the ribbed roof panel from a Chevrolet Avalanche overhead and the curved windows from a fifties-era Chevy truck for blind-spot visibility. Behind it is a seven-foot bed. The double-cab is two original cabs welded together which takes 600 hours to complete with space for a five-foot bed in back. Ahead of the cab, there are three engine choices. The buyer looking for high power goes for the naturally-aspirated or supercharged 6.2-liter Chevrolet V8, the former belting out 430 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, the latter 585 hp and 580 lb-ft, both mated to a four-speed automatic. The buyer that needs pulling power opts for the 3.9-liter Cummins four-cylinder turbodiesel with 170 hp and 500 lb-ft. It is always paired with a five-speed manual, the first cog a granny gear, fifth a 27 percent overdrive gear. And 'purists' can opt for a 7.0-liter, stroked Chrysler 426 Hemi V8 with 430 hp and 500 lb-ft, also mated to that five-speed manual. That's the body and the muscle, but it's the tendons and ligaments that elevate the functional bits of a Legacy Classic Power Wagon everything is overbuilt. Under the hood is a three-core Ron Davis aluminum radiator, separate coolers for the transmission and power steering, and a billet aluminum overflow tank. On supercharged models a tool box in the bed houses a remote charge air cooler and a remote oil cooler. On the diesel models that box becomes a 50-gallon tank at 20 miles per gallon, that's good for days of hauling. The wood strips in the bed are polished African mahogany. Underneath, you'll find a Dana 60 front axle and a Dynatrac Pro 80 rear fitted with ARB locking diffs and Warn locking hubs. An Atlas two-stick transfer case sends power to two wheels or four through Tom Woods custom driveshafts, and a Flaming River steering column with Borgenson U-joints get the front wheels turning in the direction you want. Vented, 13.25-inch rotors hang at all four ends, cupped by two-piston calipers fed by stainless steel brake lines. Bent said he "wanted leaf springs for soul," but they get Bilstein 5100 long-travel shocks and crossover stabilizer bars to work with. The exposed parts most likely to break such as fender-mounted turn signals come from NAPA, because even rich guys don't want to spend three figures on a custom bauble every six months. Inside are LED-backlit Classic Instruments, a tilting Nardi steering wheel, Mercedes-Benz carpet, Porsche microfiber headliner, and Cadillac Escalade seats wrapped in Italian leather, fitted with three-point belts. There's even heat, air-conditioning, and a defroster. And self-canceling turn signals. If there comes a time when you need to figure out which model to buy, the regular cab exudes that historical sheen but the extended cab provides modern comfort. That extra 14 inches not only makes room for the Escalade seats, it puts room between you and the pedals so you don't have to tilt your foot back as far as your Achilles will allow. Trust us, you'll want that comfort so you can enjoy what this truck can do. On-road confidence isn't usually on the vocabulary list when you're jacked up in the air on 40 inches of Toyo tire, commanding 6,400 pounds of truck with 585 hp wrapped in a 70-year-old design, but that's how you feel behind the wheel here. And we're not just talking about the ability to simply steamroll anything in front of you. The top-shelf and custom fabricated parts, plus the detail in their assembly, has removed bugbears like play, slop, and crudeness. You don't need to rock the Nardi wheel to keep the truck straight. It doesn't bob like an ocean liner over bumps and undulations. Having been insulated for heat and sound, the cabin is kind to conversations. When you floor it in two-wheel drive, power runs crisply through all those cast-iron internals to light up the rear wheels. The Power Wagon will then leave two beautiful black lines not squiggles on the tarmac. It behaves, in fact, like a modern, high-horsepower pickup. But with its History Channel looks, the clout of that supercharged 6.2-liter V8 turns this glorified tractor into a giant toy with the kind of payoff that would make you want to snicker every time you unleash it. Doing so will put a big dent in that 280-mile range, though, but a 6.2-second run from standstill to 60 mph makes it worth it. Bent says the Power Wagon will happily cruise at 80 mph on the highway, but will top out above 100. When off-road speeds and four-wheel drive demand you go slower, we found the Power Wagon will happily crush the landscape at 8 mph. If the time came when we had to make an amphibious assault on France again, this is the truck we'd take, except we'd hit the beach at Monaco, not Normandy. Part of that is because piloting this will separate you from the hordes of Veyrons and Aventadors most of which you'll drive over without noticing, actually. Part of it is because a Legacy Classic Power Wagon doesn't come cheap, starting at $185,000 for the regular cab model, $225,000 for the extended cab we drove, and running up to $250,000 for the double cab before you put your own personal spin on it, so you'll have plenty in common with the supercar owners you've just liberated. For that you will get a terrifically built piece of US postwar history in a truck that will work as hard as you can, but probably outlive you and look cooler than you in the process. Besides, you can always top any supercar conversation with this: does their options list offer a portable saw mill? Follow MSN Autos on Facebook
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Shakira Fair clutches her little doll Brianna tightly as she peers nervously into the high school gymnasium that will be her home for at least the next few nights. The doll, in a bright pink toy cot, and Shakira's favourite woolly Olaf hat from the movie Frozen, were the only possessions the nine-year-old had time to collect when a sheriff's deputy came knocking on the door of her mother's apartment on Tuesday morning to tell them to get out immediately. Related: South Carolina floods: climate change intensified conditions, scientists say With no other place to go, and flood water from the nearby broken Overcreek Dam seeping ever closer to their apartment building, Shakira and her mother Lakeysha, 33, joined other residents in a trek to the Red Cross shelter at AC Flora high school. Their story was a familiar one in Columbia on Tuesday, despite the bright sunshine and clear blue skies not seen around the state for many days. The rains had stopped and South Carolina's deadly storm of a lifetime had finally given way to fine weather, only for still-rising floodwaters to breach numerous dams and lakes across the region. It sent a second wave of locals, most of whom had suffered no ill effects from the weekend drenching, seeking cover at one of the 33 shelters open in the state. "We don't have power and we don't have water, and we don't know if we'll get back and find our home has flooded too," Lakeysha Fair said. "We don't know how long we are going to be here. But we have our lives." Torrey Rush, chairman of Richland County council, urged residents who were not evacuated to stay at home. "This is still a very dangerous situation and there is a very real threat to people's lives," he told the Guardian. "The weather has broken and the sun is out, and people who have been stuck in their houses for three days want to get out, they have cabin fever. But it is still very dangerous to do so. We are still in the emergency phase of this operation. Water is rising, lakes and dams are overflowing and roads that might look good are actually in terrible shape." The sunshine transformed the look of the state's historic capital city on Tuesday, the swollen Saluda and Broad rivers glistening gold instead of rusty brown as they merged into the even faster-flowing Congaree. But hundreds of roads remained impassable because of water in deeper-lying areas, and the death toll from the flooding, described by South Carolina's governor, Nikki Haley, as a once in a 1,000-year occurrence, climbed to 17 on Tuesday afternoon when the body of a 30-year-old man was recovered from a Columbia lake. Haley said: "God has smiled on South Carolina because the sun is out. That is a good sign. But we still have to be cautious." Davon Jenkins said his house close to the banks of the Congaree river in south Columbia was completely flooded on the ground floor, a near tidal wave of water washing his furniture and kitchen appliances across a road into a neighbouring property. South Carolina floods: communities left battered as storm passes "We can rebuild the house and we can buy new furniture but we've lost photographs that can never be replaced," he said after he and two neighbours went back to their properties on Tuesday morning by boat. Jenkins checked his wife and seven-year-old daughter into a downtown hotel on Monday and was picking up bottled water for them from the high school shelter because the advice to boil water was still in effect in the city. Carle Scott was also collecting a meal for her teenage son Joshua. Scott said she preferred to be at home despite her home being one of an estimated 40,000 in the city without water. But she said if the service was not restored soon which looked increasingly unlikely she might come to the shelter with her children to look after her four-year-old daughter. Another family, grandmother Diane Hennigan, 58, her daughter Precious and granddaughter Davionna were among those preparing to spend a few nights on a camping cot in the high school shelter. "We had to move quickly when the dam broke," she said. "We've only got the clothes we stand up in." Red Cross spokesman Anthony Tornetta said people were coming "in droves" to the shelters, with the agency preparing to cater for at least a thousand on Tuesday night and possibly more in the coming days. "Some have lost their homes, some were evacuated ahead of the flooding," he said. "If there are 115 people in the shelter at the school, that's 115 different stories. We're there to listen to them and help them back on their feet. For many that will be a long process." The skies above Columbia looked something like a war zone on Tuesday with military helicopters ferrying national guard troops, diggers and heavy construction machinery to fortify lakes and dams most likely to be breached by water flowing into the city from upstate. Most at risk were the Spring Lake dam and Beaverdam Lake, according to Erik Miarka, executive director of the Gills Creek Watershed Association, a private-public partnership that oversees more than 70 miles of streams and lakes in South Carolina. "Fortunately the two biggest, Lake Katherine and Forest Lake, are in good condition and look like they might hold up. But we are concerned about the dams still standing. A couple are showing some signs of stress. If they fail there will be a chain reaction downstream." At Richland County's emergency management headquarters, Rush said that the repair bill for the storm could eventually run into billions of dollars, the costliest disaster ever to hit the state. "We have never seen anything like this before," he said. "It's a huge job, the damage is over a billion so far and keeps going up. We won't fix everything overnight, there's no magic wand, but we will get there. This community is strong and we will bounce back." Amid the rescue and recovery operations, debate is already raging over the cause of the superstorm, which was fuelled by the offshore hurricane Joaquin and which sent a "fire hose" of tropical moisture through the Carolinas, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Ken Aucoin, emergency planner and chief meteorologist of Richland County, is in no doubt. "Climate change is happening, and this is an extreme example," he said. "I have never seen anything this size in my 30 years in meteorology but we keep having these unreal events, these 100-year floods. You think these worst-case scenarios don't always happen. But it can, and it will."
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Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) President Sepp Blatter has been provisionally suspended for 90 days, according to a report by the BBC . The Swiss Attorney General charged Blatter with criminal mismanagement and misappropriation in September, and FIFA has cooperated with the investigation. Blatter has served as the president of FIFA since 1998. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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Amazon Web Services VP Andy Jassy unveiled on Wednesday a new set of database tools and services to help big enterprises migrate to the cloud. "If you look at analytics in the cloud today, it's never been less expensive or easier to collect, store, analyze, and share data than it is today in the cloud," said Jassy. "But if you look at most companies who want to move large amounts of data to the cloud, it's actually very time consuming to do." With these new services, AWS is hitting rivals such as Oracle (ORCL) and Microsoft (MSFT) where it hurts, by giving companies tools to move even faster. That migration is happening faster than anyone even Amazon thought it would. To illustrate just how quickly the shift to cloud-based data storage is taking place, Amazon announced that its Amazon Aurora database, launched this time last year, is the fastest growing service in AWS history. At AWS' annual re:Invent developer conference in Las Vegas, Jassy unveiled several new tools aimed at helping companies ditch traditional on-site databases, applying CEO Jeff Bezos' signature customer-centric approach that has enabled Amazon to eviscerate so many retailers, to the enterprise cloud computing market. Amazon is touting its AWS Database Migration Service as a cost-effective end-to-end solution: Set-up takes 10 minutes, and customers can migrate up to a 1 terabyte database at a cost of $3. Customers can use the service once or subscribe for continuous automated migration and monitoring services. Jassy also unveiled AWS Snowball appliances customized appliances built by AWS that can hold 50 terabytes of data. AWS ships the appliance to the customer, the customer plugs it into a local network, transfers the data and ships the device back to AWS. "They don't have to worry about hiring somebody to courier it and get the shipping label right We have a Kindle built right into the device. It automatically addresses it and tracks its progress as it gets to us," said Jassy. Customers can migrate 100 terabytes of data to AWS in less than a week, at one-fifth the cost of using the Internet: "Instead of 100 days, they can get two Snowballs, and it'll take inside of a week," said Jassy. "That changes how people can get more of the data to the cloud." AWS is drawing on its retail parent company's shipping and tracking experience: "You should never underestimate the power of a Fed-Ex (FDX) truck," Jassy said. And the name? "Almost like throwing a snowball and having it arrive in our data center with 50 terabytes of your data per snowball included," Jassy said.
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta dismisses the idea that you can get the flu from the flu shot or from being outside in cold weather.
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Three scientists from Sweden, the US and Turkey have won the Nobel Prize in chemistry for showing how cells repair damaged DNA, work that can be used to develop new cancer treatments. Swedish scientist Tomas Lindahl, American Paul Modrich and US-Turkish national Aziz Sancar shared the $960,000 prize, awarded on Wednesday. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said their work on DNA repair "has provided fundamental knowledge of how a living cell functions" and can be used for the development of new cancer treatments, the Associated Press news agency reported. Sancar is a professor at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Sancar is the second Turk to win a Nobel Prize after novelist Orhan Pamuk was awarded the literature prize in 2006, and the first in a scientific field. Celebrations in Turkey "I'm sure there will be (celebrations in Turkey)," Sancar said. "Yes, they've been asking over the years and I was tired of hearing 'when are you going to get the Nobel Prize?' so I'm glad for my country as well." Sancar added that he hoped his award would inspire younger Turkish scientists. Lindahl is an emeritus group leader at Francis Crick Institute and Emeritus director of Cancer Research UK at Clare Hall Laboratory in the UK. Modrich is an investigator at Howard Hughes Medical Institute and professor at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Speaking by phone to a news conference in Stockholm, Lindahl said "it was a surprise" to win the award. Cancer treatments Our DNA, the molecule that contains our genes, is constantly under assault from ultraviolet rays from the sun and carcinogenic substances. But it was thought to be a stable molecule until the 1970s when Lindahl showed that it decays at a rate that seemed incompatible with human life. He realized that there must a repair mechanism, opening a new field of research, the academy said. Working at Yale University, Sancar mapped the mechanism that cells use to repair UV-damaged DNA. Modrich showed how the cell corrects errors when DNA is replicated during cell division, a process known as mismatch repair. The findings are significant for cancer research, because cancer cells are kept alive by DNA repair mechanisms. Researchers are now looking at ways to destroy the repair mechanisms within the cancer cells to kill them, academy member Peter Brzezinski said. The academy highlighted one such drug that's already on the market: olaparib, which is used to fight ovarian cancer. The award will be handed out along with the other Nobel Prizes on December 10, the anniversary of prize founder Alfred Nobel's death in 1896.
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An East Texas house belonging to the grandfather of Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel burned down during a fire early Wednesday morning. KLTV reported that the Smith County Fire Marshal received a call to Paul Manziel's home at 17859 Slack Road off Lake Tyler at around 1:30 a.m. By 2 a.m., it had collapsed. The home is valued at more than $408,000 and is under a homestead exemption, indicating it is the primary residence for the owners, according to the Smith County Appraisal District, Smith County Fire Marshal Jay Brooks told the news station that the house had been unoccupied for two days and that no one was harmed in the fire. Brooks, who has said the fire is suspicious in nature, said the agency requested K9 units and state arson investigators to look into the cause of the fire. Brooks did not immediately return a call for comment. An employee with the marshal's office said authorities were still working the scene at 9 a.m. Wednesday. This story will be updated with more details as they become available. [email protected] Twitter: @JFreports
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SABMiller, the world's second largest brewer, has promptly rejected an improved offer from bigger rival Anheuser-Busch InBev, saying that its 68 billion-pound ($104 billion) valuation was insufficient. But as Joel Flynn reports, some say a deal is still possible.
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Violence erupts as members of Belgium's largest trade unions march across Brussels against government austerity measures. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)
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Although an odd pair, this cheetah and dog have become inseparable. At two-weeks, Kimbali the cheetah was being bottle-fed by animal caretakers at the Metro Richmond Zoo after they noticed he was losing weight since his mom wasn't producing enough milk to feed him. As he grew, Kimbali needed a friend and found it in Kago, a lab mix the puppy. Kago was rescued from the Art of Paws and brought to Virginia. "This symbiotic relationship would never happen in the wild; however, we believe the positive outcomes outweigh any negative," the Zoo wrote. "As the two grow up together, they create a bond that becomes almost inseparable, sibling-like. They provide companionship for each other." What's more? The pair don't appear "to recognize their differences in species, size, or color. There is only acceptance."
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Get Pumped to Get Ripped Any serious lifter can tell you that in order to continue making progress in size, strength and/or fat loss over the long term, just about every workout needs to be "balls to the wall." In the beginning, almost any new stimulus will bring about gains. However, after several years of pushing and pulling the iron, you must continually push yourself to new heights, and this takes an extraordinary amount of dedication, discipline, passion and motivation. Here are 7 great ways to get mentally ready to tear things up before even getting on the gym floor! Use Visualization One of the best ways to "prime" your mind and body for an intense training session is to visualize it happening before you even enter the gym. Sit quietly with your eyes closed for about 10-15 minutes before your workout and think about what you want to accomplish and how good it will feel to make weights that are normally heavy feel light as a feather. See yourself getting the best pump of your life with new muscles, veins and striations popping out like never before. Listen to Music It has been scientifically proven that listening to music that "moves you" can increase both strength and intensity while training. On the way to the gym, make sure your speakers are cranking and that every beat is feeding your nervous system to fire on all cylinders! Watch Testosterone Boosting Movies Whenever I need a lift in gym aggression, I sit down and watch a movie that gets me hyped to destroy the weights! Whether it be "Rocky," "300," or "Any Given Sunday," I find that watching flicks like these gets my testosterone levels up faster than any supplement you can find in the health food store. Look at Pics of Those You Admire Most of us aspire to look like someone, whether it is a particular bodybuilder, athlete or even actor. While we must all strive to bring out the best in ourselves, there is nothing wrong with trying to mold your physique into that of someone you look up to. When a boost in intensity is needed, sometimes all it takes is looking at photos of your favorite bodybuilders to get your head in the game. Use an Effective Pre-Workout Most of us need to train early in the morning before work or later in the day right after work. This is not always the easiest thing to do as the pressures of "real life" can often suck the energy right out of you. This is where a high quality, scientifically proven and intelligently dosed pre-workout supplement can work miracles. While some products can make one feel nothing more than jittery, the good ones will create physical, mental and emotional energy. Do your research and experiment to find the right one. Read Inspirational Quotes It's amazing how powerful the right words can be when in need of the kind of motivation it takes to get in the gym and really get after it. Do a Google search on inspirational quotes whenever you need a good kick in the rear and you may find that a single, well-written sentence lights you on fire. Get Psyched with a Training Partner One of the jobs of a good training partner is to help pick you up when you are down, and vice-versa. Some of the most intense, crazy, insane workouts I ever had occurred when my partner and I sat down for a few minutes before training and reminded each other of exactly why we love, and need, to lift hard and heavy, while getting a pump that could split the skin.
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By Tripfilms filmmaker sopgeo. An overview of Ioannina city, Pamvotida lake and Perama caveShare your travel videos on Tripfilms.com!
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It would've helped Boston's long-term outlook had they lost a few more games last season, landed Justise Winslow in the draft and avoided a pointless four-game smack from LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Instead they took the league by storm after the All-Star break, made the playoffs, then signed several productive veteran free agents over the summer. The organization's direction shifted, and it's not going back to where it was anytime soon, according to the Boston Herald : Getting high draft picks has been and will remain a part of the plan. But the Celtics no longer are relying on their own finish to secure such choices. They own Brooklyn's first pick outright, and they will get Dallas' next June if the Mavericks end up beyond the first seven after the final draft order is established. The Celts also can get Minnesota's first-rounder if the T'wolves don't end up with one of the top 12 lottery picks next year. The caveat here is that the Celts could still wind up making a high lottery run if one or more trades become available that would weaken them in the short term for greater gain down the line. But with the deal for David Lee and signing of Amir Johnson, it's clear the club no longer is averse to moves that could win them an extra handful of games and still leave them shy of true title contendership. Boston can't win the title this season, but they can win a playoff series (or two), and are in position to swing for a dramatic mid-season upgrade should one present itself. All those draft picks tied up in the performance of other teams allow the Celtics to play as well as they want without fear of needing their own pick to land high in the lottery. It's a brilliant strategy, even if things ultimately don't work out.
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MTV Just after Nicki Minaj went off on Miley Cyrus onstage at the MTV Video Music Awards, some viewers thought it was fake. But, the rapper spoke about it to the New York Times and it sure feels very real to her. Minaj says she blew her lid when she was accepting the award for Best Hip Hop video and caught a glance of the show's host, Cyrus. ''I saw [Cyrus] just looking at me, with her face screwed up, and I thought, What the!'' Minaj told The Times. To recap: In a series of July tweets, Minaj insinuated that her lack of inclusion in the category's nominees involved racism, because "'other' girls" who break records and have an impact on culture get nominated. She also felt that being body positive about curvy, more ethnic bodies vs. slim bodies affected her chances of being nominated. It turned out Swift felt Minaj's tweets were targeting her and lashed back at the rapper. They soon patched it up with Swift apologizing . They even performed together at the VMAs. But while Swift was safe, Cyrus wasn't. The singer told The Times that Minaj's comments lacked an "open heart" and came off "not very polite" and "not too kind." So, Minaj took the opportunity onstage to address Cyrus. "Now, back to this b---h that had a lot to say about me the other day in the press," Minaj said. "Miley, what's good?" Cyrus responded: "Hey, we're all in this industry. We all do interviews, and we all know how they manipulate. Nicki, congratulations." Instagram Embed: http://instagram.com/p/7B5hRjS2Og/embed/ Width: 658px A month or so later, Minaj was still bothered by Cyrus' comments. ''The fact that you feel upset about me speaking on something that affects black women makes me feel like you have some big balls," Minaj said. "You're in videos with black men, and you're bringing out black women on your stages, but you don't want to know how black women feel about something that's so important? Come on, you can't want the good without the bad. If you want to enjoy our culture and our lifestyle, bond with us, dance with us, have fun with us, twerk with us, rap with us, then you should also want to know what affects us, what is bothering us, what we feel is unfair to us. You shouldn't not want to know that.'' Business Insider has reached out to Cyrus's representatives for comment. NOW WATCH: We unearthed Donald Trump's Vine account from 2013 and it's incredible
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If they only had Instagram back in the day. These aristocrats, artists, and courtesans were the style icons of their time. Diane de Poitiers (1499-1566) Known For: The mistress of King Henry II of France. Signature Style: Pearl-encrusted gowns and gold bracelets. Why We Love Her: She was two decades older than the King and was immortalized in scandalous nude paintings by members of the Fountainbleau school. Marchesa Luisa Casati (1881-1957) Known For: An eccentric Italian heiress. Signature Style: Dark eyeliner, bold jewelry, flowing robes, and a cheetah on a leash. Why We Love Her: She was immortalized by artists like Giovanno Boldini and Man Ray, and scandalized society with her escapades. Madame de Pompadour (1721-1764) Known For: The mistress of King Louis XV of France. Signature Style: Pastel rococo confections covered in bows and flowers that make Marie Antoinette's outfits look bland. Why We Love Her: She was the patron of many artists and philosophers, including Voltaire, and wielded considerable influence over the King (she helped negotiate an alliance between France and Austria). Sara Murphy (1883-1975) Known For: A wealthy expatriate who lived in the South of France with her family and befriended many of the great artists and writers of the 1920s. Signature Style: Bathing suits topped with long strands of pearls. Why We Love Her: Picasso painted her portrait and her family inspired characters in the books of Fitzgerald and Hemingway. Countess of Castiglione (1837-1899) Known For: The mistress of Emperor Napoleon III of France. Signature Style: Crinolines nearly too wide to fit through a door, bonnets, and masks. Why We Love Her: She was one of the first people to use photography as a form of art and sat for portraits in which she (gasp!) revealed her bare legs and arms. Empress Elisabeth of Austria (1837-1898) Known For: The Empress of Austria. Signature Style: Incredibly tight corsets, layers of petticoats, and jeweled hair ornaments. Why We Love Her: She spent hours styling her extremely long hair each morning (she bedazzled it with cascades of diamond brooches and was known to wrap her ponytail in pearls) and still found time to help unite Austria and Hungary. Lady Agnew of Lochnaw (1865-1932) Known For: The wife of a baronet and the subject of one of John Singer Sargent's most famous society portraits. Signature Style: Dark hair pulled back into a bun, white dresses and a piercing stare. Why We Love Her: She is proof of the power of art- this portrait (along with the sizeable clothing budget she received from her older husband) launched her as one of the leaders of England's high society. Misia Sert (1872-1950) Known For: An arbiter of Parisian society who was close with Coco Chanel and many famous artists. Signature Style: Gibson girl hair, long lace dresses, large hats piled high with faux flowers. Why We Love Her: She was named as the 'Queen of Paris' by the tabloids and helped support her struggling bohemian friends, including Sergei Diaghilev. Evelyn Nesbit (1884-1967) Known For: A model/actress whose husband murdered her former lover, the celebrated architect Sanford White. Signature Style: Long locks, tight cosets, and scandalously bare shoulders. Why We Love Her: She was a supermodel before the word existed. Sonia Delaunay (1885-1979) Known For: Her colorful geometric paintings and fabric patterns. Signature Style: Cloche hats, bold prints and dark lips. Why We Love Her: She was the first living female artist to have a retrospective at the Louvre. Lesley Blanch (1904-2007) Known For: A British author and historian. Signature Style: Caftans, scarves and exotic jewelry picked up on her voyages. Why We Love Her: She travelled around the world and wrote about her experiences in many celebrated memoirs and novels.
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Kyle Busch has never won a Sprint Cup race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. For his sanity's sake, he hopes he can finally break through this weekend. Saturday's Bank of America 500 is the first race in the second round of NASCAR's Chase. Busch, who has four victories this season, is among 12 drivers still in contention. As is the case in each of the first three rounds, a victory assures a driver of advancing through the Chase. That can be nerve-wracking for Busch, whose best career points finish is fourth. "Sometimes you can be pretty calm about the way the points go in the Chase," Busch said. "But sometimes it's frustrating. Your emotions can be all over the board." That's why Busch would like to make his own kind of history at Charlotte. In 23 previous races at CMS, he has won two poles and has 10 top-five finishes, but hasn't won either May's Coca-Cola 600 or the fall race (although he has eight Xfinity and six Truck series victories at Charlotte). By winning Saturday, he would go to the other two races in the second round Kansas and Talladega knowing a spot in the third round was locked up. The second round didn't treat Busch kindly in 2014, when he went to Talladega seemingly in good shape to advance. He had five consecutive top-five finishes in the Chase to that point (but no victories) and needed only a 24th-place finish to advance to the third round. But Busch, riding near the rear of the field early in the race, crashed and finished 41st, ending his championship hopes. So, again, Busch doesn't want to have to rely on making it on points this year. He also doesn't want to depend on anything at Talladega, NASCAR's fastest and perhaps most unpredictable track. "Last year we thought we played it right," Busch said. "We were the top total points scorer the first (five races), without a win. We went to Talladega and sure threw that away. "So you would want to win at Charlotte or Kansas, either one, I don't care. Just so you know you're OK when you get to Talladega, because that's the biggest crapshoot you have." Busch's appearance in this season's Chase is already one of the season's most unlikely stories. After breaking his leg and foot in a wreck during the season-opening Xfinity race at Daytona, Busch missed the first 11 Cup races. To qualify for the postseason which culminates with a championship-deciding race at Homestead-Miami Speedway in November Busch had to win at least once and climb into the top 30 in the standings in the season's final 15 races. He took care of the victories winning four times and made it into the top 30 with one race to spare. Busch still had work to do last week at Dover to make it into the second round. Entering the race 13th in the Chase standings, he made it inside the cut line by finishing second. "This season has been a blessing so far," Busch said. "But it won't be if we don't make it to Homestead. It would be a dismal year if we didn't make it to Homestead."
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When you've decided to sell your home, the last thing you want is to have it sitting on the market forever, especially if you're already gone and in your new digs. Conversely, you might not be ready for your home to go under contract within the first few days after listing it. So how can you plan? Is there a way to predict what might happen ? Besides getting a psychic reading, there are some real-world ways to make a fairly accurate prediction of how fast your home will sell. 1. The price The best way to predict how fast your home will sell is by the price you set. Want yours to sell right away? Price it at or below market value , a figure you arrive at based on what comparable homes in the area are selling for and your home's appraisal value. Price higher if you don't care how long it takes to sell. "The best time to get noticed is the first few days your property hits the market," says Mor Zucker , a Denver real estate agent. If you price too high, people searching for a lower price range might miss your listing. Meanwhile, your home competes in a price range with homes that are probably more attractive than yours because of location, size, or condition or all three. You'll probably need to eventually reduce the price to sell. "You've now started chasing the market instead of the buyers chasing you," says Zucker. 2. Your willingness to negotiate If you'll not accept a penny less than full asking price, expect your house to sit longer than others in your area. After pricing too high, "a reluctance to negotiate is the second reason homes stay on the market a long time," says Trip duPerier, owner of Texas Landman LLC. "A solid offer is nothing to scoff at," he adds. 3. The photos Want your home to sell fast? Besides getting it looking all nice and spiffy on the outside and staging it indoors, get it photographed by a pro. "Having good photos of your home can definitely shorten the amount of time your property sits on the market," says Zucker. Buyers naturally gravitate to homes that have better photos. 4. Crunching the numbers If you got an A in statistics class, you'll love this method to determine how long your house will sit. It involves inventory levels, median market time, median sales price, and percentage of list-to-sales prices. "If the inventory of homes is low, the house will sell faster," says John Lyons , a Chicago real estate broker. Your house will take longer to sell in a buyers' market that has lots of inventory. Looking at how many days on average it takes for similar homes in your area to sell gives you an idea of how long yours will take. This is assuming a median sales price. Pricing below or above affects how long the house will sit. "Percentage of list-to-sales prices is an indicator for how closely the list prices assigned by sellers reflect the value a buyer is willing to pay," says Lyons. If the percentage is over 100%, homes sell for more than list price. Less than 100%, and homes sell for less. The actual number tells you how much more or less. This stat varies depending on location. 5. A good agent It's important to choose an agent with experience selling the type of home you have and one who's familiar with the area. "The right real estate agent can make a huge difference in how long it takes to sell a home," says Pamela Colombana, a California real estate agent. A good agent knows how to prep your home for sale and will be good at marketing it. 6. Your sales strategy Atlanta real estate agent Bruce Ailion once listed a home with a leisurely 120-day listing, not knowing the homeowners had to sell pronto . "They called me after only 30 days and asked me what it would take to sell their home in the next 30 days. They were quite anxious and agitated," recalls Ailion. Turns out, the husband was to report to federal prison in 30 days. But the sellers didn't want to reveal that … until they heard the clock start ticking. Ailion, after making a substantial reduction, sold the property in time. His lesson: "Being honest about your time requirements helps get the best price."
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Victoria Beckham is shutting down those divorce rumors! The 41-year-old former Spice Girl says she has never listened to or commented on any rumors, until now. After 16 years of marriage, Victoria says she and her soccer star hubby David have nothing to prove. She adds, "We love each other, look out for each other and are strong as both partners and parents. My husband constantly inspires me and guides me." And with that, the cupid gods are still working.
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The New York attorney general began an inquiry Tuesday into the prospect that employees of daily fantasy football sites have won lucrative payouts based on inside information not available to the public, asking two leading companies, DraftKings and FanDuel, for a range of internal data and details on how they prevent fraud. Word of the inquiry came as the revelation that DraftKings and FanDuel allowed their employees many with information not available to customers to play at each other's sites and win large amounts of money continued to rattle the sports world.
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Before Blake Lively was Serena van der Woodsen on The CW's "Gossip Girl," she was just, well, Bridget from "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants." But thanks to an old audition tape that's recently resurfaced, you can watch Lively read lines for her beloved role. The actress is so Serena in the video clip above, it's hard to imagine anyone but her getting the part. And yet, "Gossip Girl" casting director David Rapaport told Buzzfeed that The CW originally wanted other actresses for Serena and Blair. "I think the network initially pitched us Ashley Olsen and Rumer Willis for Blair and Serena," said Rapaport. "I love Rumer, she's grown into quite an amazing actress and person, but that, to me, was based on protecting the investment of a television show where creatively, these lesser-known girls really captured the essence of the show and carried it for six years." Yes, they did. Also on HuffPost: For a constant stream of entertainment news and discussion, follow HuffPost Entertainment on Viber .
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An embarrassing episode of discrimination by the U.S. Forest Service in 2011 concluded this month with the introduction of a nationwide policy requiring officers to collect race data at traffic stops. Forest law enforcement officers, some 500 scattered across the U.S.A., will now have to record "perceived" race information after stopping vehicles. The new policy stems from a U.S. Department of Agriculture civil rights ruling in favor of a Guatemalan woman who argued she and a partner were racially targeted in 2011 in the Olympic National Forest, 140 miles west of Seattle. The two were harvesting salal, an evergreen plant used in flower arrangements near the town of Forks, Wash., the town made famous by the 'Twilight' movie series. When stopped, the Forest Service law enforcement officer called U.S. Border Patrol for backup a then-routine practice that is now banned because it was done under the guise of translation, but often resulted in detention and ultimately deportation. Benjamin Roldan Salinas, an illegal Mexican immigrant, was with the woman and fled when Border Patrol agents arrived. He jumped into a frigid, swollen river and was found dead almost a month later downstream. "We think this is an important step forward," said Jorge Baron, executive director of the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, which filed the complaint on behalf of the woman. "This case also shamed the Border Patrol into changing its policy for providing interpretation. It was a northern border issue with a surplus of Border Patrol agents." The high-profile case heightened tensions in the small town on the Olympic Peninsula made up largely of immigrant harvesters, both legal and illegal. Baron said new policies and acknowledgment of the discrimination has eased relationships since the string of incidents he says stretched back to 2008. The new race policy is "a step to ensure we consistently treat all people with respect and equity they deserve," said Denise Ottaviano, a Forest Service spokeswoman, who also acknowledged it came as a directive from the USDA's assistant secretary for civil rights. Union representatives for law enforcement workers in Washington state are concerned about the new policy, said Matt Valenta, president of a local law enforcement bargaining unit. Officers fear the information could be used to make employment decisions and have suggested the forest service work with an independent third-party analyst, such as a university, to verify the information. The agency has declined to use a nearby public university. "We think it's important the agency handle the data appropriately. Misuse could harm the public or employees and result in distrust by the public," Valenta said. Similar concerns have been raised this week in California , where Gov. Jerry Brown signed a new law Saturday mandating all police collect race and ethnicity data at stops. The measure was backed by the "Black Lives Matter" movement. Race data collected by police nationwide has shown mixed success producing reform, said Charles Epp, a professor at Kansas University who recently wrote a book on the topic. "Is it a useful tool to stop discrimination from happening? Not really, officers will do what they are directed to do," Epp said. "But by comparing stop data across officers with the same assignments, you can see if someone stands out and can start a conversation. More data is a good thing."
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The International Monetary Fund has warned that "global financial stability is not yet assured". The note of caution came from senior IMF official Jose Vinals, as he presented the organisation's latest Global Financial Stability Report. But the nature of the danger has changed, he said. Financial stability in advanced economies has improved, but risks have moved towards emerging economies, Mr Vinals explained. The shift in the focus of the IMF's concern partly reflects issues raised in the fund's report about the wider global economic outlook published on Tuesday. One of the key messages in that analysis was that emerging and developing economies are experiencing their fifth consecutive year of slowing economic growth. That is one of the key factors behind the increased risks to their financial stability. Dollar debts Company and bank finances are "stretched thinner in many emerging markets", the report says. The IMF estimates there is $3.3 trillion in what it calls "overborrowing" by companies and banks in emerging markets. China, Thailand, Turkey and Brazil are identified as countries where credit has expanded markedly compared with past trends. Another issue is businesses with foreign currency debts that could be hit by a strengthening dollar, which makes their debts more expensive to repay in national currency terms. On that measure, Hungary, Mexico, Indonesia and Chile are particularly exposed. One big question posed by the report is "can China avoid destabilizing markets while achieving its objectives", namely moving to a more sustainable rate of economic growth based more on services and spending by Chinese consumers. The problem for the rest of the world is that the transition involves at the very least slower growth in Chinese demand for commodities, especially energy and industrial raw materials. That has already had a marked impact on some emerging economies that supply them and the share prices of companies in the business. China risk The report notes that global financial markets have become more sensitive to changes in China's economic performance and policy. There is no definitive answer to the question, but a pretty clear recognition that the Chinese slowdown does pose a risk to financial stability beyond its own borders. The fact that the focus is increasingly on emerging economies does not mean the IMF thinks all is rosy in the rich countries. There are still legacy issues from the financial crisis, particularly in government finances and the banks in the euro area. But it is striking that the IMF's attention is showing signs of moving away from the direct aftermath of the financial crisis that shook the rich world in 2007 and the years that followed.
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You sit down to dinner with family, everyone chatting about school days, work days, friends, and coworkers. But instead of joining in the conversation, you look down at your plate and start the formula in your head. Grilled chicken breast about 230 calories. Steamed asparagus 12 calories. Brown rice another 100 calories. Good, you think to yourself, maybe you can have dessert tonight. While doctors and nutritionists have recommended counting calories as the best way to start and stay on top of your weight loss journey, the constant calculating can feel like homework. And for nutritionists, it actually is homework. When Lily Nichols, RDN, was working toward her nutrition degree, counting calories was one of her least favorite assignments. "The more I counted calories, the less I was paying attention to the food in front of me," she writes on her blog . "It was like looking at a spreadsheet on a plate." She gave up just a few weeks after she started and now actively encourages clients to stop counting calories and just eat fresh, whole foods. In fact, many nutritionists have given up on the idea that a set number of calories no matter the source leads to a healthy, happy person. (Make these 15 teeny tiny changes to lose weight faster .) In addition to taking away the distraction at dinnertime, giving up the count has a slew of health and mental health benefits. Here, 5 things that happen when you stop counting calories. 1. Those mini chocolate bars will stop having such a hold on you. When you quit counting calories (and inevitably cheating), your urge to snack all day every day will disappear. "When you stop focusing on calories but rather what actual foods are colorfully adorning your plate, chances are good you'll also start paying more attention to the flavor, aroma, color, texture, temperature, and experience of the foods on the plate," says Wendy Bazilian, RD, co-author of Eat Clean, Stay Lean and Prevention's nutrition advisor. She calls it "conscious chewing," and when you start paying attention to your body, you'll know that reaching for an unhealthy snack has more to do with stress than it does with actual hunger. 2. Eating will actually be pleasurable again. Life is stressful enough eating should be easy. But constantly weighing, measuring, planning, and calculating meals just adds to a host of other stresses you already deal with daily. When you focus on building meals around fresh and flavorful foods like nuts, beans, herbs, spices, and lean proteins instead of the math of calorie counting, you can feel good about the quality of food on your plate. And when your brain is calm, your gut is calm as well. "There's a reason why 'irritable' and 'upset' are words associated with the stomach and digestive system," says Bazilian. "Relaxing a bit about and around the meal while eating clean with real wholesome foods preferably seated and without distractions you'll enjoy a stress-free moment in an otherwise time-strapped and stressful life." 3. You'll lose weight (yup!). With all the effort that comes with counting calories you literally have to weigh everything you use in a recipe Nichols says most of her clients turn to pre-calculated packaged foods and stray away from home-cooked meals. In addition to being almost nutritionally worthless, packaged foods actually have more absorbable calories than whole foods. "You don't absorb all of the calories found in whole foods, thanks to the fact that your body has to break them down," says Nichols. "Studies show that you only take in about 20% of the calories in nuts, for instance, but because nuts are high in calories, people who count calories shy away from them and opt for something like a highly refined breakfast cereal instead." While the label on the cereal box may show fewer calories, your body will actually absorb more calories from the refined carbs in the cereal than it would have if you went with the nuts. It'll also miss out on the fiber and healthy fats that can help you slim down. "When you start focusing on whole, real, nutrient-rich foods, you benefit from water-rich fruits and vegetables, fiber- and protein-rich beans and nuts, and other foods that satisfy appetite and boost metabolism," says Bazilian. 4. You'll have more energy. Calories are technically a measure of energy, but eating a set amount of calories without focusing on the quality of the food on your plate can leave you feeling tired. That's because some calories, like those found in processed foods, burn off more quickly than others. "Numbers don't nourish you," says Bazilian. "When you focus on what you are eating look at it, chew it, feel it, and eat at regular intervals, you may find your energy is steadier, cravings are diminished, and you find yourself thinking less about hunger." 5. You'll get really down with your body. When you think about food as a means to an end (weight loss) instead of fuel for your body, you'll lose track of how your body feels about food. "Instead of relying on your bodily cues, you just rely on the number requirements," says Nichols. And the requirements make eating a lot harder than it should be. For Nichols's clients, the idea that listening to their bodies feeding themselves when they feel hungry, stopping when they feel full seems scary. "People are sometimes surprised," she says, "and don't believe that you can sit down to a brownie and have a couple bites and then say 'you know, I've had enough.' " More from MSN 8 High-Protein Breakfasts That Don't Involve Eggs Can Eating Bananas Really Help You Lose Weight?
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A Palestinian has been shot dead after wounding two Israelis in an attack in southern Israel, Israeli police say. Amjad Gundi, a 20-year-old man from the West Bank village of Yatta, stabbed a soldier and took his weapon in the town of Kiryat Gat before being shot dead by police, a spokesman said. Earlier, a Palestinian woman stabbed an Israeli man who then shot and wounded her in Jerusalem's Old City. The incidents come amid an upsurge of violence in Israel and the West Bank. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed until further notice a trip to Germany planned for Thursday, citing the security situation. Restrictions lifted Israeli police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld said Amjad Gundi approached the Israeli soldier after stepping off a bus in Kiryat Gat and managed to snatch his weapon in a struggle that left the soldier with light injuries. The man then fled into a residential building, where police forces tracked him down and shot him dead, Mr Rosenfeld added. An ambulance service spokesperson earlier said in a statement that two people had been lightly wounded and taken to hospital in the city of Ashkelon. In the Jerusalem attack, an Israeli man in his 30s was stabbed from behind in his upper body, sustaining moderate injuries, an Israeli police spokesperson said. The man then drew his personal weapon and shot the 18-year-old female assailant from Sur Baher in East Jerusalem, who was taken to hospital in a serious condition, they added. The attack came after Israeli authorities lifted some of the tight security measures put in place following a series of deadly attacks. On Saturday, a Palestinian stabbed two Israelis to death in Jerusalem's Old City. Another Palestinian stabbed and wounded an Israeli teenager elsewhere in the city. Israeli police killed both attackers. And last Thursday, gunmen shot and killed an Israeli couple as they drove with their four young children in the West Bank. Israeli police say five members of the Palestinian militant group Hamas have confessed to the shooting. Meanwhile, Israeli forces shot dead two Palestinian youths during clashes with protesters in the West Bank on Monday. Israeli media quoted military officials on Tuesday as saying one of them, a 13-year-old boy, had been shot by mistake.
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Russian airstrikes in Syria have hit three medical facilities in two days, constituting a war crime, humanitarian nonprofit group Physicians for Human Rights said on Tuesday. The New York based group said Russian airstrikes, which began in Syria last week, are "exacerbating an already dire situation" for civilians living in areas where health care facilities have been targeted by the government forces of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for the past several years. Russia's defense ministry maintains the airstrikes are supporting the Syrian government by targeting the militant group ISIS, yet all three medical facilities struck by Russian planes are located more than 30 miles away from the nearest ISIS-controlled territory, said Physicians for Human Rights. "Bashar al-Assad's forces have been relentlessly attacking Syria's health care system for the past four years and the Russian government is now following in their footsteps," said Widney Brown, the group's director of programs, in a statement on Tuesday. "These attacks are inexcusable. Claiming that the fight is against terrorists does not give any government the right to tear up the laws of war, which specifically protect health workers and facilities," said Brown. "With these actions, Russia is damaging hospitals, putting patients and medical staff at risk, and depriving civilians of life-saving access to health care." The group said Russian airstrikes hit and damaged a field hospital in Latamneh, northern Hama governorate, on October 2, injuring staff. The hospital was previously the target of barrel bombs dropped by the Syrian government. Physicians for Human Rights said an ambulance depot and emergency response center in Benin, Idlib province, were also struck on October 2. On October 3, an airstrike hit Al Burnas hospital in Latakia, near the Turkish border, which is the only facility in the region with an obstetrics-gynecology unit, the group said. It was evacuated and can now provide only limited emergency services. Physicians for Human Rights said Syrian medical facilities suffered "an unprecedented number of attacks" in August. Between March 2011 and August 2015, the group has documented 307 attacks on 225 medical facilities and the deaths of 670 medical personnel. Government forces are responsible for 90 percent of the attacks, according to Physicians for Human Rights. While Russia has not acknowledged that their airstrikes have hit medical facilities, it has said its airstrikes have occurred in each of the three locations, Physicians for Human Rights said. Western leaders have expressed concern that Russian airstrikes are not strictly targeting ISIS locations, but are instead striking opposition groups.
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Nicki Minaj Nicki Minaj thinks Miley Cyrus was disrespectful to her at the MTV Video Music Awards. The 'Anaconda' rapper branded the 'Wrecking Ball' singer a "bitch" at the MTV VMAs and challenged her use of African/American culture to promote her pop career. Nicki thinks Miley is wrong to embrace black culture but not be prepared to concern herself with what "bothers" people of color. Discussing her remarks at the VMAs, Nicki told the New York Times newspaper: "I saw [Miley] just looking at me, with her face screwed up, and I thought, 'What the?' "The fact that you feel upset about me speaking on something that affects black women makes me feel like you have some big balls. "You're in videos with black men, and you're bringing out black women on your stages, but you don't want to know how black women feel about something that's so important? "Come on, you can't want the good without the bad. If you want to enjoy our culture and our lifestyle, bond with us, dance with us, have fun with us, twerk with us, rap with us, then you should also want to know what affects us, what is bothering us, what we feel is unfair to us. You shouldn't not want to know that." Nicki had previously been engaged in a war of words with Taylor Swift after she was snubbed in the Video of the Year category at the VMAs. At the time Nicki claimed she would have been nominated if she was a "different kind of artist" and said: "Black women influence pop culture so much but are rarely rewarded for it (sic)". The comments sparked a response from Taylor, who was nominated in the Video of the Year category, and felt Nicki was taking aim at her. And later, Miley, who fronted the ceremony, slammed the 'Starships' hitmaker for her comments. She said: "What I read sounded very Nicki Minaj, which, if you know Nicki Minaj is not too kind. It's not very polite. "I think there's a way you speak to people with openness and love. You don't have to start this pop star against pop star war. It became Nicki Minaj and Taylor in a fight, so now the story isn't even on what you wanted it to be about."
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Eyebrows were raised when news first broke that the Boston Celtics had not only acquired David Lee from the Golden State Warriors, but planned to keep him on their roster. But so far the 32-year-old veteran has been nothing but a bright beam of sunshine. His off-court leadership (he organized a players-only dinner on Boston's first night in Italy) and positive locker room intangibles bring unquantifiable value to a team that's filled with young, impressionable players. Yet his on-floor contributions are what stole the show during Tuesday's 124-91 victory against Olimpia Milano. Here's one play that fully displays just how unselfish, smart and creative Lee can be, as described by ESPN Boston's Chris Forsberg : Midway through the first quarter on Tuesday, Lee got the ball off a side pick-and-roll and, noticing defenders cheating towards the middle of the floor, he started backing down his man, drawing additional help, then rifled a pass to Bradley for a corner 3-pointer. Almost an identical situation played out late in the second quarter and Lee again found Bradley for an open triple. Lee was sensational starting at power forward. He scored 13 points on 5-for-8 shooting, grabbed seven rebounds and dished out three assists, leading to a game-high plus/minus of +22. He went coast-to-coast on several occasions, scored with ease in the post and directed a few handoffs that allowed Celtic guards to get a running head start on their way to the basket. It's still unclear if Lee will be the starter on opening night (defense is always a concern when discussing his game); Jared Sullinger, Amir Johnson (who may start at center) and Kelly Olynyk are all competing for the spot, but none can facilitate offense beside players like Marcus Smart, Avery Bradley and Jae Crowder who aren't capable of doing it on their own. Lee can. The Celtics don't have a star, but they do have several good role players who complement each other's strengths and hide each other's weaknesses. As a passing roll man, Lee can unclog the stagnant offensive flow Boston's starting lineup had last season. And before he was replaced by Draymond Green in Golden State's starting lineup last season, Lee was an ideal pick-and-roll partner for Stephen Curry the quintissential release valve who caught passes at the free-throw line then attacked a rotating defense. (We last saw this skill on display in the NBA Finals, when Lee gave the Warriors a spark in Game 3, scoring 11 points in just 13 minutes of action.) It's easy to imagine him doing the same thing for Isaiah Thomas, a bouncy ball-handler who defenses will try and trap all year long. The Cleveland Cavaliers snuffed Thomas out during last year's postseason. Lee would've helped. The Celtics made the playoffs in 2014-15, true. But the team now must take the next step, fighting for playoff position rather than simply a ticket to the postseason. The Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook's opening line has the Celtics slated to win 42 or 43 games after a 40-win campaign last season. Some analytics projections are even more optimistic, chalking Boston up as a possibility for 50 wins. Yet whether the Celtics take a small step or a big leap in 2015-16, Lee will be at the center of it all. It's (very) early, but so far he looks like a necessary addition. MORE NEWS: Want stories delivered to you? Sign up for our NBA newsletters.
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A cheetah and a puppy becoming best friends may sound like the plot of a Disney movie but it is, thankfully, a very real scenario. Kumbali, a cheetah cub, was born at the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia to Khari the cheetah. However, keepers soon noticed that Khari was having considerable difficulty producing milk to support all of her cubs. Since Kumbali was the runt of the litter, he was bottle-fed and hand-raised. The keepers knew that socialization was important for cheetahs, so they decided to select a companion for Kumbali: 10-week-old rescue puppy, Kago. When Kumabli and Kago met one another, a unique companionship friendship instantly blossomed. The two have been almost inseparable ever since, and, according to the zoo, they don't even recognize that they are different species.
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Ashley Benson reportedly previewed her Halloween options, originally titling it her "Cecil the Lion" costume, before changing it after receiving a ton of backlash from upset keyboard warriors.
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(Reuters Health) - - Sexual orientation may be a factor in a person's risks of skin cancer and of using indoor tanning devices, suggests a new study. Gay and bisexual men were up to six times more likely than straight men to use indoor tanning devices and to experience skin cancer while lesbian and bisexual women were about half as likely as straight women to do either, researchers found. "Unfortunately, we weren't able to directly prove a link between indoor tanning and an increased risk of skin cancer," said Dr. Matthew Mansh, who did the research while he was a medical student at Stanford University in California. Indoor tanning is linked each year to about 400,000 cases of skin cancer in the U.S., according to data cited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The researchers write in JAMA Dermatology that previous studies suggested higher rates of indoor tanning and skin cancer among sexual minority men, but research was lacking on actual rates. For the study, the researchers used data from a 2013 national health survey and a survey from California conducted in 2001, 2003, 2005 and 2009. The combined data included responses from about 78,000 heterosexual men, about 108,000 heterosexual women, about 3,100 gay and bisexual men and about 3,000 lesbian and bisexual women. Based on the data, the researchers found the prevalence of skin cancer among gay and bisexual men ranged from about 4 to 7 percent, compared to about 3 percent among heterosexual men. Gay and bisexual men were also between three and six times more likely to report indoor tanning than heterosexual men, the researchers found. They also found that lesbians and bisexual women were 43 to 46 percent as likely as heterosexual women to indoor tan. They also had 56 percent as many reported non-melanoma skin cancers, the most common types of skin cancer, as straight women. The study can't say why indoor tanning and skin cancer rates differ by sexual orientation, said Mansh, who is now affiliated with the California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. He also cautioned that there are unmeasured factors that may explain some of the results, including rates of outdoor tanning and history of skin cancer screenings. "Before we devote resources to trying develop target intervention programs, we have to understand why this group is at risk for elevated indoor tanning use," said Aaron Blashill, who co-authored an editorial accompanying the new study. A more general media campaign informing gay and bisexual men of their increased risk may be beneficial while that data is collected, said Blashill, of San Diego State University. Dr. Eleni Linos, who is a co-author of the new study and affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco, also researched the possibility of using Google's advertising service to tell people about the dangers of indoor tanning and skin cancer. In a separate paper published in the same journal, Linos and her colleagues report that they created three ads with information about skin cancer and tanning. The ads were shown about 236,000 times and clicked more than 2,000 times, although researchers can't say whether the ads actually stop people from tanning.
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Greg Hardy is a young man who has been known to tackle a quarterback or two, as well as his one-time girlfriend. For the former, he has received the usual accolades. For the latter, he was kicked out of the NFL with pay for all but one game last season, then without pay for the first four games of this season. Now he's back, and he's talking. Unlike Ray Rice, though, he isn't apologizing for his acts of domestic violence. No, he's telling jokes that he thinks are funny. He's talking about Tom Brady's wife. And other wives. And he's calling his time away from the game "the most awesome period of my life, man. I'm a Dallas Cowboy. Dream come true." If there's one man in professional sports who should be contrite, it's Hardy. Clearly, he doesn't have it in him. In July 2014, Hardy was found guilty of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Nicole Holder, and threatening to kill her. He appealed the judge's ruling and asked for a jury trial. In February, prosecutors in North Carolina said charges would be dropped when Holder, who was paid a settlement by Hardy, could not be found. It's important to recall the details of exactly what Hardy did to Holder because, unlike Rice, he was not caught on videotape. Hardy threw Holder onto a futon covered with at least four semiautomatic rifles and three other guns, dragged her by her hair from room to room, shoved her against a wall and put his hands around her neck, applying enough pressure to leave visible marks. Hardy, 27, had not spoken publicly about this, or anything else, since signing with the Cowboys in March. So when reporters showed up at his locker Tuesday, every word was a revelation. Asked if he intended to speak out against domestic violence or work with a local shelter, Hardy replied, "I feel the best way to win a game is stick to the game plan," then carried on about football strategy, refusing to answer the question. But he didn't mind talking about Tom Brady's wife, Gisele Bundchen. Hardy said he is excited that his return to the game happens to come the week the Cowboys play the New England Patriots. "I love seeing Tom Brady, he's cool as crap," Hardy said. "Have you seen his wife? I hope she comes to the game. I hope her sister comes to the game, all her friends come to the game. One of my favorite games of the year, guys." There was a follow-up question by local reporter Mike Fisher that mentioned that the significant other of Jacksonville quarterback Blake Bortles perhaps was attractive as well. (I actually remember the days when sports writers asked questions about games and strategy, not the physical appearance of players' wives and girlfriends.) "Is she?" Hardy asked. "This kind of information is important. That's how I select my Pro Bowls." Asked what he would say to those who feel he should not be on the team because he was found guilty by a judge of domestic violence, Hardy replied, "God bless you. That's the message." What he learned most about himself through the ordeal, Hardy said, was that he's a "really good pass rusher when I put my mind to it." His central concerns now, he said, are winning and getting sacks, adding that, "I'm really good at that." And when asked if it might take some time to get back to the level of play he's accustomed to, Hardy said he hoped to "come out guns blazing." Isn't that a lovely choice of words, considering what he did to Holder? This is as good a time as any to mention that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell actually gave Hardy a 10-game suspension for this season, but Hardy and the NFL Players Association fought Goodell and eventually were able to get the suspension reduced to four games. Perhaps the thinking was that Hardy had learned his lesson. Ten games sounds pretty good now, doesn't it? Or, how about the rest of his career? This unrepentant and immature behavior by Hardy in his debut with the Dallas media reflects terribly not only on him, but also on the Cowboys, the NFLPA, the NFL and everyone else who is supposed to be monitoring and guiding Hardy. Is there no one who is counseling him? Little over a year since the Rice elevator video, what kind of leadership is this? I'd like to close by giving Hardy an example of what an apology actually looks and sounds like. "Domestic violence is real," Rice told ESPN's Jemele Hill in an interview over the summer. "It happens every 12 seconds as we speak. I made a life-long commitment to my wife and to my daughter, to the survivors of domestic violence, to go out there and not only help but share my story so that men can make better decisions. That was the worst decision I've ever made in my life. "To the survivors of domestic violence, I understand how real it is, and I don't want to ever take that for granted because this is a real issue in our society. My video put the light out there. If you have never seen what domestic violence looks like and you look at my video, I could understand why some people would never forgive me." Remind me again why Rice is considered persona non grata in the NFL, while Hardy will be welcomed back with open arms on Sunday. Follow Christine Brennan on Twitter @cbrennansports
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An Israeli startup has become the first competitor in Google's $20 million race to the moon. But getting a craft up there won't be enough to win.
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Police in the UK city of Norwich on Wednesday released dramatic footage of a jewelry raid and subsequent police chase in August that ended with six men being sentenced to a combined total of 37 years in prison. (Oct. 7)
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David Cameron made a dodgy sex joke on air
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Justin Bieber has got some new ink! The singer posted a shirtless pic, showing off his new "purpose" tattoo and we can't help but to notice how fit Justin's body is looking! The new addition joins plenty of other tats like a cross on his chest, one behind his ears, and two others on his upper chest near his shoulders. And we can't forget his inked up sleeves! So, what do you think the meaning is behind the new tat? Tweet us and let us know.
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Four Russian warships in the Caspian Sea have launched 26 rockets at Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Syria which hit their targets, Russia's President Vladimir Putin and Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said in a joint television appearance. Russian efforts "will be synchronised with the actions of the Syrian army on the ground and the actions of our air force will effectively support the offensive operation of the Syrian army," Putin said in the meeting with Shoigu on Wednesday. "In addition to the air force, four warships of the Caspian flotilla have been involved," Shoigu said, adding that the warships had carried out 26 cruise missile strikes against 11 targets. "The intensity of the strikes is increasing." Putin also stressed the need for cooperation with a US-led coalition fighting ISIL, saying that without cooperation from the US, Turkey and Saudi Arabia the intervention was unlikely to work. Also on Wednesday the Syrian army and pro-regime forces launched a major ground operation in Hama province backed by air support from Russian warplanes, a military source told AFP news agency. "The Syrian army and allied forces began a ground operation in the northern parts of Hama province (central Syria)... with fire cover from the Russian air force," the source said. RELATED: NATO warns Russia after jet strays into Turkey Russian forces have struck 112 targets in war-torn Syria since last week launching a bombing campaign that Moscow says is targeting the ISIL, Shoigu told Putin in the televised briefing. "Strikes have hit 112 targets from September 30 until today," Shoigu said. "The intensity of the strikes is increasing." Russian forces carried out the air strikes on Wednesday morning , in addition to targeting anti-government armed groups with surface-to-surface missiles, said the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. In Aleppo, Russian strikes targeted the towns of al-Bab and Deir Hafer, about 20km east of a military airport currently besieged by ISIL fighters. 'Russia using ISIL to target opposition' Western countries, Arab states and Turkey, who are waging their own bombing campaign against ISIL but also want Assad to leave power, say Moscow is using ISIL as a pretext to target Assad's other foes. Russia says the Assad government should be the centrepiece of international efforts to combat extremism. Putin said it was too early to talk about the results of Russia's operations in Syria and ordered Shoigu to continue cooperation with the US, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Iran and Iraq on Syria. Putin also said that French President France Hollande had voiced the idea of uniting Assad's forces with the so-called Free Syrian Army to fight Islamic State. But a source close to Hollande denied he had said this. "The president spoke of the necessary presence of the Syrian opposition around the negotiating table." a source close to Hollande said. "The rest is not a French idea." Shoigu said that on Tuesday Russia had summoned foreign military attaches in Moscow and suggested they supply Russia with any intelligence on ISIL positions. "Today we are expecting a reply from our colleagues and we hope they will tell us about those targets which they have," he said. Shoigu also said Russia was ready to agree a document with the US to coordinate actions in Syria.
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Marching bands and traditional Korean drums greeted the US and International teams at a colourful 11th Presidents Cup opening ceremony in Incheon on Wednesday night. Appropriately, given the name of the event, South Korean President Park Geun-Hye and former US President George W. Bush gave speeches after the players were treated to a perfectly choreographed ceremonial display for the first Presidents Cup to be held in Asia. After the unveiling of the golden trophy at the Songdo Convensia just a kilometre from the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club venue, Bush spoke to salute the long ties between the US and South Korea. He recalled that during the Korean War almost exactly 65 years ago, on September 15, 1950, General Douglas MacArthur led US troops on a surprise landing in Incheon which changed the course of the conflict and enabled Seoul to be recaptured. Bush also noted that the teams were playing for pride, with all money generated donated to charity in the biennial event which has raised more than $32 million for good causes since its inception in 1994. Each of the 24 players nominates a charity to receive a portion of funds raised. Other speakers included golf legend Jack Nicklaus, who designed the course on which the players will battle over the next four days in what he called "the greatest sporting event". "We have the world's number one and two in Jordan Spieth and Jason Day," said Nicklaus, "and the first players from Thailand and India to play." International team captain Nick Price said his team were "so excited to be in Asia for the first time". And his opposite number on the US team Jay Haas thanked Park for her support in bringing the event to her country. Both captains introduced their respective teams as animated caricature "avatars" of each player were displayed on a giant screen. The Presidents Cup has been dominated by the US, who have only lost once in the 10 previous editions of the match play team event. Play begins on Thursday with five foursome matches and continues Friday with five fourballs. Saturday sees four more foursomes and fourball matches before reaching a climax on Sunday with 12 singles.
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Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi has vowed to lead the country if her National League for Democracy comes to power in the upcoming election. This is despite the fact that she is constitutionally barred from the presidency because she married and had children with a foreign citizen. The historic poll on 8 November is set to be the first openly contested general election in 25 years. The NLD is expected to win the most seats. "I've made it quite clear that if the NLD wins elections and we form a government, I'm going to be the leader of that government whether or not I'm the president," Ms Suu Kyi said in an interview with India Today TV. Myanmar does not have a prime minister and the president, who is voted on by parliament after the election, serves as both head of state and head of government. 'Why not?' BBC correspondents in Myanmar say it remains unclear how Ms Suu Kyi could lead the government while barred from the presidency. They add, however, that her ambitions to be president have never been hidden and as a party leader with no clear rivals she would inevitably set the policy of any NLD-majority government. Ms Suu Kyi does not have a chosen deputy, which has raised questions about who would lead the government in the event of the NLD landslide required to win a majority in parliament, where 25% of seats are allocated to the military. But in some of her most detailed comments on the issue yet, Ms Suu Kyi said it "would have to be" her, as party leader. "Why not? Should you have to be president to lead a country?" she said. The Nobel laureate dismissed suggestions that she would seek to emulate Sonia Gandhi, the head of India's Congress party, who wielded significant power behind the scenes of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's government. Post-poll positioning begins: Jonah Fisher, BBC News, Yangon In just over a month Myanmar will hold its first relatively free election in 25 years. It will be a critical moment in this country's move away from isolation and military dictatorship, but not as important as the negotiations that will follow. And so the positioning has already begun. These are bold words from Ms Suu Kyi, but Myanmar's political reality is that anything done without at least tacit military approval is likely to end in failure. Many people think the most likely outcome of the election is that President Thein Sein will remain in office either through a deal with ethnic parties or - just possibly - with Ms Suu Kyi. Ms Suu Kyi won a seat in parliament in 2012 amid reforms by the military-backed civilian government that came to power in 2011, ending half a century of military rule. Ms Suu Kyi said the NLD would nominate a civilian party member for president if it won next month, rather than a military candidate. The 70-year-old said the poll would be "the most important election in the history of independent Burma", using the country's former name. 'Worrying intolerance' Her party last took part in a national election in 1990, winning a landslide. But the result was ignored by the military, which kept Ms Suu Kyi under house arrest for 15 years. The ruling Union Solidarity and Development Party, which is backed by the military, swept the polls in 2010. In the interview, Ms Suu Kyi also hit back at criticisms that she has failed to speak out about persecution facing Myanmar's minority Rohingya Muslim community in western Rakhine state. She acknowledged "very worrying signs of religious intolerance" in Myanmar but said "flaming words of condemnation" was not the way to achieve reconciliation. The NLD has come under fire for failing to field any Muslim candidates for the election.
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The Kansas City, Missouri, area usually only sees 10 cases of the disease Shigella a year. Since January, there have been more than 140.
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Stars who refuse to grow up In honor of the Oct. 9, 2015, debut of " Pan ," here are 15 celebrities who -- for better or for worse! -- suffer from Peter Pan syndrome. From Hugh Jackman and Katy Perry to Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber, these are the stars who refuse to grow up, starting with Madonna. With her penchant for barely there clothing and much younger men, there's no doubt that the Queen of Pop acts at least half her 57 years. Hugh Jackman may be 46, but he's still delightfully young at heart. Just look at the pure unadulterated joy on his face when the paparazzi caught him going for a whirl on his kid's scooter during an outing in New York City. Who says 46 is too old for belfies? Not Jennifer Lopez! Between her ageless appearance, youthful sense of style and off-and-on romance with a guy who's 28, the singer-actress constantly proves that 46 is the new 18. Much like elementary school children, Miley Cyrus loves bright colors , sparkly things , stuffed animals , crafting and wearing costumes in public just because. (Bunny ears in the middle of the day? Sure, why not!) Tom Cruise doesn't just defy his age -- he defies death too. Remember when the 53-year-old action star, who famously does his own stunts, dangled out of a plane for " Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation " earlier this year? We don't expect this action star to slow down anytime soon. He'll still be kicking long after he achieves senior-citizen status! If you've ever seen Katy Perry in concert, you know that the "Teenage Dream" singer has an appreciation for the whimsical. With dancing sharks, giant flowers and rainbow-colored hair, her shows are like childhood fantasies come to life, which we assume is just how she likes them! George Clooney clearly never outgrew his adolescent appreciation of a good prank. The Oscar winner has punked some of the biggest names in the business. Not bad for a 54-year-old! Johnny Depp may be starting to look his age (52), but that doesn't mean he has to act it! Whether he's rocking out with super-group the Hollywood Vampires, marrying someone nearly half his age or getting wrecked at an award show, the Oscar nominee has proved that once you're on the A-list, age really is just a number. Ariana Grande is only 22, so we don't expect her to be perfect. But we were not impressed by her donut-licking incident earlier this year. How immature! Between his hard partying and affinity for barely legal company , we sometimes forget that Scott Disick is a 32-year-old father of three . Christie Brinkley is a freak of nature -- and we mean that as a compliment! The 61-year-old blond beauty could easily pass for 35. How does she do it? In real life, Will Ferrell is a responsible, married father of three who operates a successful production company. But "responsible" is the last word we'd use to describe his hilarious man-child public persona. He once brought his kiddos to the Emmys dressed in soccer gear, after all! While most 21-year-olds are preparing to graduate from college -- or are well into the workforce already -- Justin Bieber spent his 21st year on planet Earth causing a scene at Coachella , mooning his unsuspecting Instagram followers and crying like a big ol' baby during the MTV Video Music Awards . Geeze, Justin, grow up already. Brandi Glanville, who's 42, regularly proves that you're never too old to throw a drink in someone's face. Unlike most humans, the former " The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills " star never developed a filter when she graduated to adulthood. (And we love her for it .) From bashing his ex-wife on Twitter and causing a scene at Taco Bell to asking his fans to drop off dog feces at his daughter's school, Charlie Sheen has made an art of juvenile behavior.
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A metro woman who took the video of gorillas fighting for at the Oklahoma City Zoo over the weekend tells how she needed to record the act and how parents had to pull their children away so they wouldn't see. Zoo officials say a female was introduced to the group recently, and she wasn't submitting to the dominant gorilla.
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With the emergence of Dylan Larkin giving the Detroit Red Wings no choice but to leave him on the opening night roster, and the expected return of Jakub Kindl off of the injured reserve list, the Red Wings were forced to cut a player from the opening night roster that may not have been expecting it. That player is Dan Cleary. The Red Wings have have placed Cleary on waivers, according to Sportsnet's John Shannon . Should he go unclaimed, Cleary will report for the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL. Cleary has spent the last 10 seasons with Detroit, but he played just 17 games last season. He recorded just one goal and one assist. Detroit opens up their season this Friday against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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A team of British technology firms has developed a "death ray" for drones that can knock an unmanned aerial vehicle out of the sky by turning it off in midair up to a mile away. "If I can see it, I can kill it," said Rick Sondag, executive vice-president of Liteye Systems, which sells the device, and who debuted it at the Commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Expo in Las Vegas this week. Interest in drone-killers has grown as unmanned aerial vehicles have taken off. Their uses might be readily apparent to people who've seen hobbyist drone fliers buzzing too close to their property lines, but there are law enforcement and governmental applications too. In July, a drone dropped heroin , marijuana and tobacco into a prison recreation yard. The following month another contraband delivery drone allegedly on its way to a prison was nabbed by cops before it got off the ground in Maryland. In the second case, local law enforcement said it wasn't the first time they'd dealt with the problem. There's also the matter of airport safety and the ongoing trouble with curious drone photographers trying to get pictures of natural disasters, especially where fire department helicopters are trying to unload payloads of water or airlift out stranded victims. At the expo, the parks service had an entire booth devoted to handing out posters and leaflets with slogans such as " If You Fly, We Can't ". Liteye's Anti-UAV Defense System (Auds) is a set of beige boxes atop two square posts, and looks like a particularly menacing pair of weathervanes. The drone-destroying vane has a long cylinder that sticks out like a rifle barrel and two smaller cylinders on one side. The cylinders are a set of directional radio antennas that works like a gun. The radio spectrum allotted to drone users is fairly narrow, so a brief, focussed broadcast is enough to bring down a targeted drone without affecting "friendly" UAVs or anyone's cellphone reception for long. Liteye, based in Colorado, was named distributor in the US and Canada for the device earlier this year by its three manufacturers: Enterprise, Chess Systems and Blighter, which are all based in the UK. Liteye is trying to sell to airports and "the homeland security market", according to Blighter . It's not the first anti-drone device to appear this year. Boeing debuted a giant laser gun last month, touting its ability to knock out drones from safe distances. "If you were on the receiving end of laser energy, you would have no idea where it was coming from or what was happening," explained Boeing engineer Isaac Neal in the company's promo video . Sondag is hopeful that his radio gun could help fend off tighter regulation of the burgeoning drone industry. "The US government, like everyone else, has critical infrastructure and if they don't feel like they can protect it, they'll pass laws that will hamper progress and hamper current use," Sondag said.
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Your honeymoon will be all bedroom romps and luxurious lounge chairs on the beach with expertly-crafted cocktails, right? Not necessarily. "Many couples naturally assume that their honeymoon will be something akin to a chick flick with all its romance and passion," says Laura Brotherson , marriage and sex therapist and author of And They Were Not Ashamed: Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment . And while it will certainly be wonderful, it will also be filled with surprises little things no one ever told you about. Here, an inside scoop into what it will really be like. You could be completely drained of energy in other words, too tired for amazing sex . "Couples may not realize how exhausted they may be after their wedding preparations, travel, and the wedding day celebrations," says Brotherson. "And after a long though exciting wedding day, the first night may not always be the best time to have a great sexual experience together." You might just have a fight . "I thought we'd be in such a love haze that we wouldn't bicker about anything that week," says one bride. "But the truth is, you're so tired that the littlest things tick you off." The bride admits it took a lot of effort on her part to keep things positive those first few days. "Of course, once you recuperate and stop acting cranky, it's the most amazing vacation you'll ever take!" It may not live up to your expectations. You've been dreaming about this particular trip long enough to have made every imaginary moment movie-perfect. So that what you've dreamt up doesn't fall short, it's smart to discuss your expectations before you board your flight. Getting on the same page about everything from sex to how much R&R you'll crave can be "the best preparation for a wonderfully positive and fulfilling honeymoon experience," Brotherson says. This trip will bring you closer. "I think any vacation in which you share experiences and make memories will bond two people," says another bride. "But there's something to be said for the first time you check into a hotel as 'Mr. and Mrs. So and So,' just like there's a special thrill in telling the waiter you're celebrating your first days as husband and wife . It really hits you on your honeymoon that you're really in this together."
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Volkswagen's supervisory board is to decide its next measures in the emissions scandal. As Ivor Bennett reports, it's thought a recall for cars affected by its diesel emissions crisis will begin in January
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After its historic drenching these past several days seriously, almost 27 inches of rain fell in Mount Pleasant South Carolina has been awash in all kinds of horrible news. More than a dozen people have died , dams are breaching all over , more evacuations are likely , and coffins are bobbing up from the waterlogged earth. Certainly not as important, but disturbing nonetheless, is that the floodwaters are slicked with living, squirming mats of fire ants. A reporter with FOX Carolina almost stepped in one this weekend, thinking it was just a "pile of mud," according to the station, which provides these details on the causation of ant-islands: Turns out, fire ants have the ability to form life rafts out of their own bodies, researchers at Georgia Tech said. Colonies of ants link together and create a weave that allows the masses to float on the water. National Geographic states that when waters start to rise, the ants gather their eggs and start weaving living life rafts. The fine layer of hairs on the ants' bodies even traps a layer of air to prevent the ants on the lowest level of the raft from being completely submerged. The ants can remain in this formation for weeks, if necessary. Got that? In addition to boiling their drinking water and having their economy dinged by billions , South Carolinians must also be wary for weeks about stepping on insectoid carpets that envelop the feet like angry, stinging galoshes. Here's another ant flotilla in some guy's backyard entomophobes beware this one's especially gross:
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Patients undergoing bariatric surgery have an increased risk for self-harm emergencies following surgery, say researchers who conducted a large-scale study of the matter. Patients had twice the number of suicide attempts as the general population before surgery, and this increased by 50 percent following surgery, the new study indicated. "Nearly all events occurred in patients who had a history of mental health disorder," wrote the researchers from Sunnybrook Research Institute, Toronto. "Intentional self-poisoning by medications was the most common mechanism of attempted suicide." Epidemic Obesity About 6 percent of Americans are morbidly obese, Dr. Junaid A. Bhatti, lead author of the study, and his colleagues explained in the introduction to their study. However, diet, exercise, and behavioral counseling do not help many patients lose pounds as needed. By comparison, bariatric surgery leads to an estimated 60 to 80 percent reduction in excess weight within one year. There are quite a few variations of weight loss surgery, including those that restrict capacity (gastric banding or resection, for example), reduce absorption surface (intestinal bypass), or combine both methods (Roux-en-Y gastric bypass). "Studies have found that weight loss positively influences mental health, but findings are mixed in patients undergoing bariatric surgery," observed the researchers. To better understand this significant issue, they compared the risk of suicidal behavior before and after bariatric surgery. Bhatti and his colleagues studied 8,815 adults from Ontario, Canada, who underwent bariatric surgery. For each patient, they examined medical records extending three years before through three years after surgery. For their analysis, they divided suicide attempts into four categories: medications, alcohol, poisoning by toxic chemicals, and physical trauma. Crunching the numbers, they discovered a total of 158 self-harm emergencies occurred involving just 111 patients. Nearly all of these patients had some history of mental disorder. Most commonly, they tried to poison themselves with medicine. While overall few patients attempted suicide, the risk increased significantly after surgery. Mental health problems, including substance misuse, major depression, and eating disorders, are prevalent in morbidly obese patients and also in those who choose to undergo bariatric surgery, explained the authors. "In theory, the permanent changes in body image, diet-related stress, and unmet expectations of weight loss could increase mental health problems, such as binge eating, substance misuse, and self-harm behaviors," wrote Bhatti and his colleagues. They suggest further research to learn why self-harm increases following bariatric surgery and how these risks might be reduced. Source: Bhatti JA, Nathens AB, Thiruchelvam D, et al. Self-harm Emergencies After Bariatric Surgery A Population-Based Cohort Study. JAMA Surgery. 2015.
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NEW YORK NFL owners approved more international games through 2025 on Wednesday, including ones in places other than England. An agreement to stage games in the United Kingdom through 2016 not only was extended, but other nations will be considered for international games. Mexico, Germany and Canada are among those interested in regular-season games, with Mexico a front-runner next year. The league will announce the 2016 international games this fall. Three games are being held at London's Wembley Stadium this season for the second straight year, and that number could be increased. "This marks an important step in our-long-term international growth," Commissioner Roger Goodell said. "We think it's time to expand our international series to other countries and respond to the growing interest in our game not only in the U.K., but elsewhere around the world." The league also is looking at moving the Pro Bowl to international sites. Brazil has expressed interest in the all-star game, and Mark Waller, the NFL's vice president/international, said Australia and Asia also were potential sites. Earlier this year, the NFL agreed with English Premier League club Tottenham to play at least two games a season at its new stadium in north London, which is scheduled to open in 2018. That is a 10-year deal. Regular-season international games began in 2007 at Wembley. One game per year was played until 2013, when the league increased it to two. Now there's thought of a half-dozen or more such contests, the majority in Britain but with the NFL reaching out to other regions, too. ___ AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP_NFL
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New cockpit technology could let pilots use "x-ray vision" and voice activation.
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WASHINGTON Lawmakers on Wednesday asked federal officials whether Americans should trust the government's dietary guidelines, which inform everything from school lunches to advice from a doctor. Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack defended the guidelines before the House Agriculture Committee, pointing out that the latest guidelines haven't even been written yet. They are released every five years and the 2015 version is due by the end of this year. Lawmakers from both parties expressed frustration about how the government recommendations have shifted. A government advisory committee's recommendations in February, for example, said dietary cholesterol now is "not considered a nutrient of concern for overconsumption" after years of doctors saying that Americans consume too much cholesterol and shouldn't eat too many eggs. The advisory committee, which is charged with making preliminary recommendations for the guidelines, also backed off stricter limits on salt, though it said Americans still get too much. "People may be losing confidence in the guidelines," said Minnesota Rep. Collin Peterson, the top Democrat on the agriculture panel. "Given the public's skepticism we should maybe reconsider why we are doing this." The chairman of the committee, Texas Republican Michael Conaway, said it's important for the government to get the recommendations right because changing guidelines cause consumer confusion. "It is essential that the guidance that comes out of this process can be trusted by the American people," Conaway said. Skeptical lawmakers did get some good news: Vilsack and Burwell both said that the final guidelines would not follow the government advisory committee's suggestions that Americans should consider the environment when deciding what foods to eat and that the government should consider taxes on sugary drinks and foods. Both said those recommendations are outside the scope of the guidelines after lawmakers, the meat industry and beverage companies pushed back. The Cabinet secretaries said the guidelines have stayed generally consistent over the years, recommending consumption of fruits and vegetables, grains, dairy, lean meats and seafood while encouraging Americans to limit saturated fats, sugars and sodium. Still, they said recommendations will change as scientific consensus evolves on some issues, like cholesterol, and that's why the guidelines are rewritten every five years. "The consistency over time for most issues has been there," Burwell said. "In some cases science does change." While the guidelines always have been subject to intense lobbying by food industries, this year's version has set off unprecedented political debate, fueled by Republican criticism that the Obama administration has gone too far in telling people what to eat. Spending bills passed by House and Senate committees earlier this year would set a new threshold for the science that can be used in setting the guidelines, saying the government only can make recommendations based on the strongest evidence. Vilsack and Burwell said the science is already based on thousands of scientific papers, decades of research, public comments and reviews by federal experts. They emphasized that the guidelines are focused on prevention of disease, not treatment. They also attempted to separate the final guidelines due in December from the advisory committee's recommendations earlier this year. "For some reason people seem to think the report equals the guidelines," Vilsack said. "It does not." After the hearing, public health advocates criticized lawmakers for echoing the concerns of some in the food industry who have questioned the science of some of the recommendations, like eating less salt and sugar and drinking less soda. "It's beyond unseemly for so many in Congress to thoughtlessly follow the lead of the junk food industry while their constituents suffer and die from preventable, diet-related conditions like diabetes, heart disease, obesity and cancer," said Michael Jacobson of the Center for Science in the Public Interest. ___ Follow Mary Clare Jalonick on Twitter at http://twitter.com/mcjalonick
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U.S. law enforcement officials confirm that the FBI helped stop a plot to smuggle radioactive and nuclear materials that may have made their way in the hands of terrorists.
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German industrial output fell in August at its fastest pace in a year suggesting Europe's largest economy may have lost momentum in the third quarter. As David Pollard reports, it follows a warning from the IMF about the impact of China's slowdown on global growth.
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Create the ultimate entertaining space with these gorgeous ideas. LLH Green Dining Room We're putting the spotlight on elegant chandeliers, mahogany tables and more. Want extra inspiration for other areas in your home? Our living room galleries and bathroom designs are full of ideas. Pretty in Pink The pink upholstery on these vintage chairs pop thanks to a coat of high-gloss white. Floors here and throughout the Virginia house are painted in Gray Owl by Benjamin Moore mixed with clear stain. Golden Stripes Justina Blakeney used her own Aja wallpaper in her home's dining room , this time in Aubergine. It's a bold backdrop for furnishings including a set of Verner Panton chairs hand-me-downs from her grandparents. The vintage Bumling pendant and Turkish kilim were found on eBay. Eclectic Chairs Textiles can make a world of difference, especially in worldly patterns. Designer Michelle Nussbaumer covered dining room chairs in Senegalese prints for a big dose of "wow." Botanical Print A custom de Gournay wallpaper creates a secret garden in a Manhattan apartment . The cushions on the Scalamandré bamboo armchairs are covered in Mengikat by Kravet; the settee is also by Kravet. Glossy Walls To nail the hue of a Manhattan dining room , Celerie Kemble matched Fine Paints of Europe lacquer to a Pantone color. Kemble's Yves dining table and Cassandra chairs in a George Spencer Designs velvet are from Henredon. Climbing Vines Pierre Frey's Espalier wallpaper hints at a California home 's verdant surroundings, while a Serena & Lily hanging rattan chair defines another seating area. Metal chairs from Restoration Hardware are topped with Ikea sheepskins. "That's a trick you see on Scandinavian blogs," designer France Merrill says. "When it gets cold, a sheepskin makes things super cozy." Entertainer's Dream Dinner parties aren't a problem here. In a home near Washington, D.C. , the custom walnut table has rosewood banding and extends to seat 16. Wall Art Antique Chinese porcelain birds rest on gilt-wood brackets in an eclectic dining room by Mackay Boynton. The dining chairs are from a local country club. The cashmere throw on the cane armchair is by Ralph Lauren Home. Oversized Photos In the dining room of her Charleston rental , stylist Jill Sharp Weeks mixes elements from different eras and cultures. The photography triptych by Rob Brinson features objects from Weeks's collection of tribal jewelry. Hunter Green A Brunschwig & Fils wallcovering gives a Hamptons dining room by Lisa McFadden an intimate feel. Eat-In Kitchen In the kitchen of a South Carolina home by Michelle Prentice, a Danish dining table is surrounded by Jacob Kjaer chairs in Bretano's Royalsuede and vintage French armchairs in Lee Jofa's Tahira Ottoman fabric. Art Gallery A San Francisco apartment 's small dining room doubles as a library, where part of owner John Mayberry's art collection is displayed including an antique bronze Sukhothai Buddha acquired in Bangkok, a vintage zebra-skin rug from London and a lamp made from an antique Chinese burial urn. Pastel Pink In the dining room of this Cape Cod estate , a sea-grass rug covers the floor. Designer Kathryn M. Ireland reupholstered the owners' Gustavian chairs and had the matching table made by the Lief gallery. Distinctive Elegance "The dining area in the great room was tricky because it's so open," says designer Summer Thornton of a Florida vacation home . She used Henredon's Veneto dining table as the anchor, hanging Circa Lighting's Gramercy chandelier over it. The slope of the arms of wicker Mallory dining chairs from Made Goods "gives them a certain elegance that separates them from outdoor furniture," the designer says, and the vintage Indian dhurrie from Madeline Weinrib "brings age and history into the space." Metallic Wallpaper Designer Gary McBournie covered a Nantucket cottage 's dining room with reflective Champagne on Pewter Leaf wallcovering by Phillip Jeffries. "It's really nice at night, with the candles lit," he says. "It provides a soft, dull reflection with great warmth." The chairs are designed by Duane Modern. Bright Green The verdant dining room of a Long Island home features walls painted in Benjamin Moore's zesty Grenada Green and curtains in Quadrille's Forbidden City fabric. Dining chairs are covered in a velvet by Schumacher. Antique chandelier from Meg Braff Designs. Honeycomb Floors In the breakfast room of a 1930s home , designer Christopher Maya cultivated a lighthearted mood with an oval table of his own design and Hepplewhite side chairs from J&M Antiques that he stripped and bleached to give them a relaxed look. Floors were painted with an octagonal honeycomb pattern by Artgroove. Curtains and walls in a custom Tree of Life pattern from the Christopher Maya Collection. Italian chandelier, David Duncan Antiques. Animal Print In a coastal cottage , a lively turquoise zebra print that recalls the rippling sea, Brunschwig & Fils' Le Zebre, covers dining chairs by Todd Romano for Schumacher. Vintage Lighting An antique chandelier presides over the dining room in a Beverly Hills home . Custom-made table and chairs. Curtains in fabrics by the Silk Trading Co. Exotic Motifs Glimpses of pattern bring a world element to the dining room of a California home . Designed by Betsy Burnham, the white floors and black accents anchor feminine touches, such as the Montalvo chandelier by Dennis & Leen, Windsor Smith's Scalloped Antique mirror, and chairs upholstered in Le Gracieux's Kirachi linen. Forest Green The dining room in a Montreal townhouse mixes modern and traditional elements, including a chrome-and-glass table from Andrew Martin paired with Louis XVI style Marilyn chairs from Global Views. Curtains in Rogers & Goffigon's Pirouette. Rug, Stark. Hollywood Glamour Vintage French movie posters add so much drama to a California home 's dining area that designer John De Bastiani kept everything else muted. A Navarre lantern from Dennis & Leen hangs above a pedestal table and chairs, covered in Kerry Joyce's Naomi Shadow fabric, all from Rose Tarlow Melrose House. Great Plains' Second Wind linen on both living room and dining room curtains provides continuity in the open-plan space. Traditional Stripes Soft sage offers a muted background that doesn't compete with the mix of subtle patterns in the dining room of a Scandinavian vacation home . Here, a custom-made table is surrounded by Swedish Rococo chairs from Napoleon Inredningar covered in an S. Harris fabric. A banquette, upholstered in Pierre Frey fabric, runs the length of the large window and offers a cozy spot to read. Curtains in Quassia by Fabricut. Humphrey, an English bulldog, relaxes on the rug, designed by Marshall Watson to mimic the pattern of a traditional Swedish sweater and custom made by Shyam Ahuja. Overscaled Art A painting by Karyn Lyons brings fresh color to the breakfast nook in an Ann Arbor colonial . Saddle Leather chairs by Garza Marfa. Tablecloth fabric by Tensira. Old Meets New "I didn't want my dining room to feel overly formal," says designer Michelle Adams of her 1920s-era home , "so I upholstered some ornate wood chairs in an inexpensive indigo fabric that I found on the street in Guatemala." Nickey Kehoe's NK Double Arm pendant hangs above a 19th-century Swedish pine trestle table. Meanwhile, floral curtains in Schumacher's Pyne Hollyhock bring a pretty flourish to the clean-lined room. Fronzoni '64 chairs by Cappellini. Casement Black Tall cabinet from Crate & Barrel. Jute rug, World Market. Colonial-Inspired Chic Designer Miles Redd added a breakfront to his mother's dining room and had it painted in one of her favorite colors, an 18th century-inspired chalky green. A table skirt made from taffeta is a soft contrast to the mahogany ladder-back chairs. Neutral with an Edge A variety of textures keeps this Manhattan dining room from feeling too formal. Designers Bill Brockschmidt and Courtney Coleman used Phillip Jeffries's Diamond Weave grass cloth to add a casual note to the Crystals Galore chandelier from English Country Antiques. Banquettes in Rose Tarlow Melrose House's Fleurette. Curtains in Jim Thompson's Kaleidoscope. Cozy Seating Nook "In the dining rooms of fine old houses , you'll often see a small table in a bay window or off to the side," says designer Jeffery Bilhuber. "It's a way to enjoy the room with just two or three people." An antique English gateleg table cozies up to a banquette covered in a navy velvet from Perennials. Pillows in China Seas' Lim Bamboo II and Schumacher's Kasari Ikat. Window casings painted in Fine Paints of Europe's 7495 and DeVenco shades relate to the colors in Patterson Flynn Martin's Royal Edition rug, without matching them exactly. Radiant Glow "In candlelight, the silk curtains have a glow that's positively radiant, magical, and so surprising," says designer Catherine Brown Paterson of this vibrant space. Dazzling dining room curtains are a bold stroke against Clarence House's Flower Quince wallpaper, and one of the brightest accemts in this Long Island home . The fronts of Pearson's Danni chairs are in Sarana by Schumacher; backs and armchairs in Romo's Forenza. Paterson says she insisted on a traditional dining table "to ground all this crazy color with something they'll never tire of." Natural Richness Mismatched chairs around a simple table made of reclaimed pine create a casual atmosphere in the dining room that sits in this Vermont farmhouse the Metal Marais Vintage chairs are from Industry West. Curtains in Duralee's Croxley are pushed back for extra, natural light. The original pine floors were sanded down slightly. "I don't even think we had to stain them," designer Ramsay Gourd says. "They had a natural richness that comes only with time." Luscious Lacquer "From the very beginning, my client and I bonded over color," says designer Palmer Weiss, who lacquered a luscious green paint, Benjamin Moore's Seaweed, on the dining room walls in this bold, San Francisco home . Bielecky Brothers cane chairs, upholstered in Pierre Frey's Opera-Velours, surround a custom-made table. Vintage sconces from Lucca Antiques flank Julian Chichester's Hobbs sunburst mirror. Balancing Formality To balance the formality of the de Gournay wallpaper in this Bel Air home's dining room, designer Nathan Turner chose the Cracked Ice rattan chair from McGuire and a plaster chandelier from Harbinger. The doors and trim are painted in Dunn-Edwards's Swiss Coffee. Red Accents Because her house in Bridgehampton, New York, "meanders around corners and up and down steps," design consultant Ellen O'Neill couldn't make sense of the flow. So she painted everything Benjamin Moore 's Linen White: "It's the blank-canvas approach." A vintage English road sign gives the dining room a focal point. Red chairs from Design Within Reach . Curtain fabric by Les Indiennes . Small Space with Big Ideas Designed by Kim Fiscus, this tiny dining room, once an office area, is practical "we can hose off the chairs," says Fiscus with a touch of drama. The 18th-century gilt starburst is six feet in diameter and probably from an Italian church. "I bought six, and kept the best one." Blue and Brown Dining Room Designer Jonathan Berger created a soft palette of light blue, brown, and touches of pink in this Brooklyn brownstone dining room. Featured in July 2009 issue. Dine-in Library Miles Redd designed the ebonized wood and sterling bookshelf, where a colorblock painting by Leora Armstrong hangs. When they're alone, the owners of this Manhattan apartment dine at this carved flip-top game table from Agostino Antiques. Informal Dining Room Designer and homeowner Kerry Delrose didn't want a formal dining room, so he skirted the table and uses it for buffets. Living Room and Dining Room in One Designed by Andrew Halliday and David Greer, the living and dining areas are combined in this 550-square-foot room, typical of new condo construction. The curtains are one of the few patterned fabrics in the apartment. Dining chairs by Dualoy covered in perforated leather. See more of this Manhattan apartment. Blue-and-White Dining Room This Palm Beach dining room designed by Gary McBournie is all about entertaining. Everything is white, including the sideboard and vintage Chinese Chippendale chairs, which make a crisp contrast to custom-glazed duck-egg-blue walls. See the rest of McBournie's Palm Beach design. Coastal-Inspired Dining Room "The white chairs and coral chandelier make a big mahogany table feel lighter than it is," says designer Ashley Whittaker. "The contrasts make it work. I consider that a universal rule in decorating." See more of this house. French-Country Dining Room Designed by Cathy Kincaid, this dining room takes a cue from an old French farmhouse, with a beautiful French Directoire chandelier as the focal point. See a French country-inspired kitchen. Clean and Crisp Dining Room Designed by Allison Caccoma, this beautiful, traditional dining room creates a dramatic contrast thanks to the creamy white moldings juxtaposed against the Prussian blue Venetian plaster walls. Dining Room by Barry Dixon The dining room of this Maryland house is a textbook Barry Dixon design with naturalistic textures and shapes. Niermann Weeks Avignon chandelier; Swaim dining chairs in Bergamo's Siegfried fabric; Barcelona table by Panache Designs. See more of this home. Michael Taylor's Style The dining room designed by Michael Taylor features wallpaper that is a copy of an 18th-century chinoiserie original. Taylor had the baseboards faux-grained and waxed to look like pale oak. Candlelit Dining Room "There is no electric light in this dining room, other than those over the paintings. But candlelight transforms everything," says designer John Peixinho. A Dining Room with a Grand Ceiling Designed by Fern Santini, this romantic dining room's beautiful ceiling is based on an Addison Mizner design. See more romantic designs. Wood and Concrete On Shelter Island in New York, architect Cary Tamarkin and designer Suzanne Shaker created the perfect modern beach house . In the dining area, a Saarinen tulip table is surrounded by Hans Wegner chairs. Modern Dining Room Designed by Betsy Burnham, this modern dining room features an eccentric yet artful collection of Nymphenburg porcelain figures. The upholstered chairs are from Artistic Frame. European Dining Room This dining room, designed by Paolo Moschino, feels European, with walls painted in a custom white botanical chinoiserie pattern and the ceiling dominated by a 19th-century French bronze and crystal chandelier. All-American Dining Room Designed by Myra Hoefer Design, this dining room features side chairs by Oly slipcovered in Grey Watkins Indian cotton strip and a table by Astier de Villatte. Modern Mix Designed by Chad Eisner, this dining room features a glass and nickel-plated metal table designed by Eisner himself. The pendant light is from Reborn Antiques. Deep Chocolate Dining Room To create intimacy in the dining room, designer Ned Marshall painted the tall, imposing walls Bittersweet Chocolate by Benjamin Moore: "The brown is also nice with the blue and white and the gilt, and it's lovely in candlelight." See the rest of Ned Marshall's design. Aspen Dining Room with a Modern Flair Designed by Ann Wolf, this dining room in an Aspen home features an iron chandelier from Dennis & Leen, which is evidence of Wolf's affinity for organic elements and shapes. See more of this Aspen home. Dark Dining Room Designed by Barbara Westbook and Kim Winkler, this dining room features the client's mismatched French Régence-style chairs which were stripped, stained, and covered in dark-toned linen to harmonize with the walls and trim. A Dining Room Inspired by the Beach Chris Barrett designed the 1950s-style dining room table and chairs; she caned the chairs and made a see-through table base to give the furniture a "beachy" feel. See the entire house here. Bright and Beachy Dining Room Designed by Leslie Klotz, this Hamptons dining room features seahorses from a garden antiques store and Louis XVI style dining chairs covered in a jaunty shade of chartreuse leather, and backed in a coral and white print. See the rest of this Hamptons home. A Traditional Blue-and-White Dining Room Cool blue mixed with warm wood tones, white trim, and brass light fixtures create a clean elegance in this dining room designed by Alex Papachristidis . Just a Touch of Color To balance the diamond pattern on the walls, Allison Caccoma used softer lines and curves in this breakfast room's chandelier and chairs. The floral colors of the fabric, a Robert Kime suzani, provides a burst of color against the all-white kitchen and helps the space feel like an extension of the garden. A Converted Dining Room The dining room of designer Abby Rizor's 1920s Florida house was originally a porch, and it still has the same airy freshness. With its earthy palette and plenteous layering of textures stucco walls, wicker chairs, burlap tablecloth the room has a natural ease that soothes the spirit. And can't you just feel the breeze coming through the French doors and billowing those linen curtains? Blue Dining Room This dining room, designed by Eric Lysdahl, features dark blue walls and a dark blue ceiling, which allows the white elements to pop while creating a rich, velvety background for gilded picture and mirror frames. The room feels fresh in daylight and intimate at night. Cottage-Style Dining Room Designer T. Keller Donovan calls the brilliant shots of marine blue in this Nantucket dining room "clean and classic, but in a very fresh, reinvented way." Warm and Inviting Dining Room Designed by Susan Zises Green , this dining room is a dazzling mix of blues and greens. The graceful crystal and gilt metal chandelier looks antique, but it's a reproduction from Niermann Weeks. Nancy Price's Dining Room When entertaining in their Jackson, Mississippi, house , Nancy and John Price often set out a buffet which they favor over sit-down meals on the Louis Philippe-style dining table. The wonderfully unusual candelabra was handmade in Brazil. Amanda Nisbet's Dining Room To balance the gleam of its ebony surface, the antique dining chairs are covered in lavender matte cotton. An antique demilune table is decked with 20th-century gilt metal palms in black japanned pots. See the rest of Amanda Nisbet's home. A Dining Room with a History As a child, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis spent summers in this house, and the pine dining table belonged to her family. Designed by Tom Scheerer. A Dining Room with a Touch of the Wild Designed by Jay Griffith, this dining room features a table base shaped like the head and horns of an ibex, which supports a driftwood top. Karyl Pierce Paxton's Dining Room To Paxton , mixing cultures makes a livelier room. An Italian console holds a silver tea set from her grandmother. This heirloom jostles with sculptures from New Guinea and Africa, flanked by lamps Paxton designed for the Pierce Paxton Collection by Savoy House. Behind them is a dramatic painting by David Harouni. An Alessandra Branca Design "I wanted the dining room to be a beautiful winter garden in the middle of downtown Chicago," says designer Alessandra Branca . She designed the Fromental wallpaper for this room and painted the Louis XVI-style chairs covered in linen velvet and taffeta stripes to "punch up the dark mahogany table." Modern Dining Area Designed by Michael Berman, this sleek, modern Los Angeles dining room features a vintage hanging lamp made from circles of stainless steel and frosted glass. Bright and Modern Dining Room "Mid-century modernism resonates for me," says designer Jonathan Adler , who paired Warren Platner's 1966 dining table from Design Within Reach with his own Chinese Chippendale chairs. The chandelier is from the 1970s. Mix of Modern and Traditional Designed by Jeffrey Bilhuber , this dining room features Louis XIII-style chairs, which add sumptuousness to the dining room. He chose the stained bamboo table by Dominic Gasparoly for its strong, quiet form. The Calder-inspired mobile is from Mondo Cane. A Dining Room with a Unique Chandelier Designed by Myra Hoefer , this modern dining room features the Zettel'z 5 chandelier by Ingo Maurer, which is made of love letters on Japanese paper. Hoefer designed the dining table in the style of a picnic table, and covered the backs of Patricia Edwards chairs with old army blankets. Breakfast Room by Bunny Williams Designed by Bunny Williams, this traditional-style breakfast room features Régence-style chairs in a Cowtan & Tout weave surrounding the English reproduction table. Small Space Solution Designer Celerie Kemble made great use of this space in a small apartment. Apartments like this have more than enough glass, so the corner banquette is built right up against the window, anchoring the room. Jamie Drake's Colorful Design This dining room, designed by Jamie Drake , features curtains in his Jazzed for Schumacher, a cotton whose stripes alternate between matte and sateen, "giving a sense of depth and movement," he says. "I had fun bringing my Blades fabric from the sofa pillows to the dining table. It provides cohesiveness."
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At the end of this month, the government will release 6,000 federal prisoners over three days the biggest prisoner release in United States history. This isn't sudden: The release has been in the works for more than a year , and was actually delayed so the federal government would have time to review individual prisoners' cases and build up its capacity to help ex-prisoners reenter society. And ironically even though it's happening at a time when elected Democrats and Republicans alike are making efforts to reduce mass incarceration, especially for drug crimes neither Congress nor the White House deserves credit. An independent federal commission has already been working to guide judges toward shorter sentences for drug offenders. This fall's prisoner release is a matter of fairness: the result of the commission's decision that just because someone was sentenced to a long prison term during the peak of the tough-on-crime era, he shouldn't automatically have to serve more time than he'd get if he were sentenced today. It's also a reminder that people throughout the criminal justice system are taking a hard look at incarceration and trying to reduce it and that the biggest changes aren't necessarily the highest-profile ones, or the most politically contested. The beginning of a process that could release more than 40,000 prisoners The 6,000 prisoners who are due to be released between October 30 and November 2 are all serving time for federal drug crimes. Democrats and Republicans in Congress (as well as the Obama administration) have stressed in recent years that too many people are going to federal prison for too long for nonviolent drug offenses. Both the House and Senate have introduced bills this summer to tackle one of the causes: mandatory minimum laws that require judges to sentence drug offenders to a certain amount of time. But mandatory minimums aren't the only factor in determining how long someone goes to prison for; the exact sentence is set by a judge, with the assistance of federal sentencing "guidelines" that recommend a sentence within a certain length (based on the seriousness of the crime and the offender's criminal history). The sentencing guidelines are just that: guidelines. In practice, though, judges treated them as hard-and-fast rules for many years. Only in the past few years has it become common for judges to sentence someone to less time than the guidelines recommend. That makes the guidelines tremendously influential. And they're set by an independent commission the US Sentencing Commission. The USSC is part of the federal government, but its decisions aren't subject to the veto of the attorney general or the president. Going back to the end of the George W. Bush administration, the Sentencing Commission has quietly been revising federal guidelines to recommend shorter sentences for drug offenders and to allow some current prisoners serving time for the same crimes to apply for the reductions to apply to their sentences as well. But they've only tackled one drug at a time. In 2011 after Congress reduced the sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine the Sentencing Commission decided to allow current prisoners sentenced for crack cocaine to apply for shorter sentences. Last year, the commission decided to make a change to sentencing recommendations for all drugs. One of the factors that goes into calculating a recommended sentence range is the weight of drugs the offender had: That weight gets assigned a particular "level" of seriousness, which is part of determining the severity of the crime. But policymakers and law enforcement professionals have decided that drug quantity is less important than other factors in deciding how serious a crime is. In 2014, the Sentencing Commission changed its recommendations so that any given weight of a given drug was two "levels" less serious than it had previously been a reform called "Drugs Minus Two." The result: The ultimate recommendation given to judges would be about 11 months shorter. The Sentencing Commission could have decided just to apply that to new court cases. Instead, though, it decided to allow some prisoners sentenced under the old (now-obsolete) guidelines to apply for shorter sentences under the new guidelines . As many as 46,000 prisoners are eligible to apply for shorter sentences under the change; that's not much of the total US prison population (most of which is housed in state prisons, not federal ones), but it's a very large chunk of federal drug offenders. And it's an order of magnitude bigger than anything the Obama administration itself has done: The White House has made a big deal out of its power to commute (shorten) sentences, but it's only done it for 89 prisoners. Logically speaking, of course, some of those prisoners would end up qualifying for less prison time than they'd already served someone who'd served all but six months of a 10-year sentence, for example, could get resentenced to a nine-year sentence and immediately become eligible for release. That meant that at the beginning of the resentencing process, a bunch of prisoners were going to end up getting released at once everyone whose new release dates landed in the past followed by a slower trickle of early releases who hadn't yet served all of their new sentence terms when they were resentenced. The release has been in the works for more than a year The Sentencing Commission's reforms were subject to a congressional veto Congress had 90 days to decide that it didn't want shorter drug sentences for new prisoners or current ones . But Congress didn't take any action to stop it. So the new guidelines went into effect in November 2014. But there was a catch. The Obama administration wasn't exactly a huge fan of the idea of letting tens of thousands of prisoners apply for shorter sentences (though the Department of Justice was more supportive than it had been in the past).The administration succeeded in persuading the commission to delay releasing prisoners: Judges started looking at applications for shorter sentences in November 2014, but the government wouldn't have to release prisoners until November 2015 . The delay was designed to give the administration enough time to prepare for the early release and reentry of thousands of prisoners, by building up capacity for federal probation officers, halfway houses, etc. And indeed, it spent that time sending many of the prisoners to halfway houses or home confinement early one Department of Justice official told New York magazine's Jesse Singal that over half the prisoners scheduled to be "released" at the end of the month have, in practice, already been released. Over the past year, federal judges, defense attorneys, and prosecutors have looked over thousands of applications for shorter sentences. Not every prisoner sentenced under the old recommendations was automatically given a shorter sentence judges looked at behavior in prison, the possible threat to public safety each prisoner posed, etc. Ultimately, though, thousands of prisoners have been resentenced to shorter sentences. And about 6,000 of them have been given sentences that theoretically should have ended already. Those are the prisoners getting released at the end of this month. The release shouldn't be overwhelming but it could be a strain The phrase "prisoner release" carries a mental image of somebody just flinging a set of prison gates wide open or of the scene in Ghostbusters when all the ghosts escape and terrorize Manhattan. That is not what is happening here. Yes, 6,000 is more prisoners than the federal government has ever released early at once before. Typically, the federal government releases 55,000 prisoners a year so the prisoner release at the end of this month is doing in a few days what the government typically does in about five weeks. (Unsurprisingly, federal releases are only a fraction of all prisoner releases: 10,000 people are let out of prison in the US every week , but most of those are state prisoners.) But only 4,000 or so of those are actually going to be released into society. About 2,000 of the prisoners scheduled for "release" at the end of the month are noncitizens. Some of them are unauthorized immigrants, who will probably be detained and deported immediately after they're released from federal prison. Others are legal immigrants, who will have to go in front of an immigration judge to argue that, even though they've been convicted of a crime, it isn't a crime that violates the terms of their legal status. (They'll almost certainly be detained while their cases are pending.) Those who lose their cases will be deported. The remaining 4,000 won't exactly be set free without guidance. They'll all be under some form of supervised release. Thousands of them are already in halfway houses or under home supervision, and the rest are being sent there. This isn't to say that all of them will get the supervision they need to transition to the real world: For someone who's been in prison since before the advent of the smartphone, even getting to a halfway house to check in can be overwhelming . Since this is the largest single release of prisoners in history and because it's happening on top of the thousand-plus regularly-scheduled releases from federal prison each week it will be an interesting test of how well suited the federal criminal justice system really is to helping prisoners reenter society. That's something it could be called on to do much more often if broader criminal justice reforms pass Congress, or if the Obama administration starts granting sentence commutations to more prisoners (something it's been promising to do since last year but hasn't really ratcheted up yet). But the prisoner release should be seen as an experiment, not as a gamble with public safety. The Sentencing Commission has studied the people who got released early under the last few reforms it made. It found that prisoners who were released early weren't more likely to commit new crimes than their peers. That was one of the strongest arguments for making this reform retroactive to begin with. It's also the best reason not to worry about an influx of new ex-prisoners now.
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An Arab woman stabbed a Jewish man in a new knife attack in Jerusalem's Old City on Wednesday before being shot and seriously wounded by her victim, Israeli police said.
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There are some things you simply never want to say at work. These phrases carry special power: they have an uncanny ability to make you look bad even when the words are true. Worst of all, there's no taking them back once they slip out. I'm not talking about shocking slips of the tongue, off-color jokes, or politically incorrect faux pas. These aren't the only ways to make yourself look bad. Often it's the subtle remarks the ones that paint us as incompetent and unconfident that do the most damage. No matter how talented you are or what you've accomplished, there are certain phrases that instantly change the way people see you and can forever cast you in a negative light. These phrases are so loaded with negative implications that they undermine careers in short order. How many of these career killers have you heard around the office lately? 1. 'It's not fair.' Everyone knows that life isn't fair. Saying it's not fair suggests that you think life is supposed to be fair, which makes you look immature and naïve. If you don't want to make yourself look bad, you need to stick to the facts, stay constructive, and leave your interpretation out of it. For instance, you could say, "I noticed that you assigned Ann that big project I was hoping for. Would you mind telling me what went into that decision? I'd like to know why you thought I wasn't a good fit, so that I can work on improving those skills." 2. 'This is the way it's always been done.' Technology-fueled change is happening so fast that even a six-month-old process could be outdated. Saying this is the way it's always been done not only makes you sound lazy and resistant to change, but it could make your boss wonder why you haven't tried to improve things on your own. If you really are doing things the way they've always been done, there's almost certainly a better way. 3. 'No problem.' When someone asks you to do something or thanks you for doing something, and you tell them no problem, you're implying that their request should have been a problem. This makes people feel as though they've imposed upon you. What you want to do instead is to show people that you're happy to do your job. Say something like "It was my pleasure" or "I'll be happy to take care of that." It's a subtle difference in language, but one that has a huge impact on people. 4. 'I think .../This may be a silly idea .../I'm going to ask a stupid question.' These overly passive phrases instantly erode your credibility. Even if you follow these phrases with a great idea, they suggest that you lack confidence, which makes the people you're speaking to lose confidence in you. Don't be your own worst critic. If you're not confident in what you're saying, no one else will be either. And, if you really don't know something, say, "I don't have that information right now, but I'll find out and get right back to you." 5. 'This will only take a minute.' Saying that something only takes a minute undermines your skills and gives the impression that you rush through tasks. Unless you're literally going to complete the task in 60 seconds, feel free to say that it won't take long, but don't make it sound as though the task can be completed any sooner than it can actually be finished. 6. 'I'll try.' Just like the word think, try sounds tentative and suggests that you lack confidence in your ability to execute the task. Take full ownership of your capabilities. If you're asked to do something, either commit to doing it or offer an alternative, but don't say that you'll try because it sounds like you won't try all that hard. 7. 'He's lazy/incompetent/a jerk.' There is no upside to making a disparaging remark about a colleague. If your remark is accurate, everybody already knows it, so there's no need to point it out. If your remark is inaccurate, you're the one who ends up looking like a jerk. There will always be rude or incompetent people in any workplace, and chances are that everyone knows who they are. If you don't have the power to help them improve or to fire them, then you have nothing to gain by broadcasting their ineptitude. Announcing your colleague's incompetence comes across as an insecure attempt to make you look better. Your callousness will inevitably come back to haunt you in the form of your coworkers' negative opinions of you. 8. 'That's not in my job description.' This often sarcastic phrase makes you sound as though you're only willing to do the bare minimum required to keep getting a paycheck, which is a bad thing if you like job security. If your boss asks you to do something that you feel is inappropriate for your position (as opposed to morally or ethically inappropriate), the best move is to complete the task eagerly. Later, schedule a conversation with your boss to discuss your role in the company and whether your job description needs an update. This ensures that you avoid looking petty. It also enables you and your boss to develop a long-term understanding of what you should and shouldn't be doing. 9. 'It's not my fault.' It's never a good idea to cast blame. Be accountable. If you had any role no matter how small in whatever went wrong, own it. If not, offer an objective, dispassionate explanation of what happened. Stick to the facts, and let your boss and colleagues draw their own conclusions about who's to blame. The moment you start pointing fingers is the moment people start seeing you as someone who lacks accountability for their actions. This makes people nervous. Some will avoid working with you altogether, and others will strike first and blame you when something goes wrong. 10. 'I can't.' I can't is it's not my fault's twisted sister. People don't like to hear I can't because they think it means I won't. Saying I can't suggests that you're not willing to do what it takes to get the job done. If you really can't do something because you truly lack the necessary skills, you need to offer an alternative solution. Instead of saying what you can't do, say what you can do. For example, instead of saying "I can't stay late tonight," say "I can come in early tomorrow morning. Will that work?" Instead of "I can't run those numbers," say "I don't yet know how to run that type of analysis. Is there someone who can show me so that I can do it on my own next time?" 11. 'I hate this job.' The last thing anyone wants to hear at work is someone complaining about how much they hate their job. Doing so labels you as a negative person and brings down the morale of the group. Bosses are quick to catch on to naysayers who drag down morale, and they know that there are always enthusiastic replacements waiting just around the corner. Bringing it all together Eliminating these phrases from your vocabulary pays dividends. They have a tendency to sneak up on you, so you're going to have to catch yourself until you've solidified the habit of not saying them. A version of this article first appeared on TalentSmart.com.
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A roundup of rooms animated by avian visitors, black bird edition. Above: The Stockholm kitchen/dining room of NYC-based artist Mats Gustafson . Photograph by Magnus Marding for T Magazine . Above: A pair of Eames House Birds ($250 each from DWR) in a project by Texas-based designer Barbara Hill . Photograph by Gregory Miller via Dwell . Above: A high-ceilinged bedroom in the Shed by Sydney-based Richard Peters Associations is anchored by an Eames House Bird. Above: In a house on the archipelago of Sweden by Johannes Norlander , an Eames House Bird stands sentinel. Above: A renovated flat in Valencia, Spain, by architect Sonia Rayos, via Divisare . Above: A house in Sweden with a blackbird perch by In Praise of Shadows Above: In a restored farmhouse in the Netherlands, an inky black bird presides over the kitchen; via Planete Deco . More Stories from Remodelista Copy That: Altamura Canvas Sectional Table of Contents: Nightshade Current Obsessions: Enchanted
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Dozens of leading news organisations, including the BBC, are taking part in a scheme that will allow their web-based articles to load more quickly on smartphones and tablets. Leaders of the Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) initiative promise that the stripped-back versions of the pages will be "lightning fast" to load. The move has been led by Google, which is providing use of its servers. Participants believe it may discourage the use of ad-blocking plug-ins. AMP works by simplifying the technical underpinnings of the pages involved. Much of the Javascript code used on normal webpages is absent, meaning articles should not only appear faster but use less battery power. Publishers can continue to tap into the same ad networks as before, but they will not be able to display some types of adverts including pop-ups and "sticky" images that move as users scroll down a page. Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Wordpress have said they also intend to make use of the technology. Facebook is a notable exception. The social network recently launched an alternative programme called Instant Articles, which speeds up the delivery of third-party content by hosting it on its own platform. Cache and serve News sites will automatically create AMP versions of their stories at the same time as they publish and update the originals. View an AMP edition of this article Google intends to scrape these from the web, store them on its cache servers and then serve them to users via its Search and News tools. Likewise, the social networks involved are also expected to cache and direct users to the AMP articles rather than the originals if users click on relevant links in their apps. "Today, roughly 40% of users abandon an article if it doesn't load after six seconds," Danny Bernstein, Google's director of product partnerships, told the BBC. "To be able to pull down an article instantly from Twitter, from Pinterest is a remarkable thing. "We'll support accelerated mobile pages in search in 2016, but the code is public, so publishers can launch them today, and we expect some smaller apps to be able to render AMP files immediately." Faster downloads Many of the biggest names in publishing are already involved. Conde Nast, The Guardian, Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post, Vox Media and the New York Times are among those taking part. The BBC noted that at present some of its mobile pages could take 12 seconds or longer to download in Australia, and this helped address that problem. "Pages on mobiles will load much quicker than before, particularly in markets with slow connectivity, due to a simplified approach to both coding and caching of pages," explained Robin Pembrooke, general manager of the BBC's News Product. "With over 60% of traffic to BBC News coming from mobiles or tablets, optimising this performance is crucial, particularly for events such as the [UK] general election where we saw over 85% of traffic coming in on mobile devices in the morning after as final results came in." The Guardian's chief strategy officer Tony Danker added that there was huge benefit in his industry taking co-ordinated action to reduce the appeal of ad-blockers. "Users are not spending hours discriminating between sites based on their speed," he said. "They punish each of us for the sins of the whole ecosystem." More work needs to be done, however, to ensure approved ads appear and to let the publishers track readership of their work. Test demo Google said it did not plan to automatically prioritise AMP-enabled articles in its search results. However, since loading times are one of the factors its algorithms take into account there is an added incentive for other news organisations to join. It is already offering a demo for users to see how the service might work on mobiles. One industry analyst said he expected the service to be popular. "Anything which enables content to be distributed more quickly and makes it more accessible is good for the industry," said Ian Maude from Enders Analysis. "And because it's backed by Google and other companies of its ilk and several of the major publishers it could have an impact on Facebook's own efforts to promote Instant Articles."
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Best Things to Buy on Jet.com 7 Best Things to Buy on Jet.com Jet.com is the new kid on the e-commerce block, and was pegged as a serious challenger to Amazon.com. For starters, Jet's annual membership fee was half the cost of a $99 Amazon Prime membership. But the New Jersey startup dropped its $49.99 a year, membership fee in October. But Amazon justifies Prime's higher price by offering more perks than Jet. While members of both sites can get free shipping, Amazon promises a bigger selection of products and faster delivery (two days on all eligible items versus up to five days for Jet). Amazon also offers free shipping regardless of order size; Jet orders must total $35 or more to qualify for free shipping . And Prime members get exclusive access to other benefits, such as free streaming of movies, TV shows and music. (For more on the pros and cons of a Jet membership, read 7 Things You Need to Know Before Joining Jet.com .) Surprisingly, considering that Amazon is known for undercutting the competition, Jet might have the edge when it comes to the lowest prices . A recent report by Profitero, an e-commerce research firm, found that Jet's prices in seven product categories were 9% lower than Amazon's, on average. We did our own comparison shopping on everyday items in the seven product categories to see just how much you can save on Jet versus Amazon. Baby Products Amazon has been a longtime favorite of parents who like to stock up on essentials, such as diapers and baby wipes. (See our story: Are Amazon's Diapers a Good Deal? ) However, you can find better prices on identical items on Jet.com, according to Profitero. On average, baby products cost 10% less on Jet than on Amazon . For example, a pack of 192-count Huggies diapers costs $33.60 on Jet. On Amazon, that same box of diapers costs $42 -- a difference of $8.40, or 20%. A 384-count box of Seventh Generation baby wipes rang up for $14.06 on Jet.com, 12% less than the same box of wipes available to Amazon shoppers for $15.99. Small price differences on baby products can quickly add up, especially for parents with more than one child. This is why comparison shopping is so important. "Smart shoppers should always compare prices before deciding where to purchase," says Trae Bodge, senior lifestyle editor at RetailMeNot.com, a coupon site. Use a price-comparison app such as PriceGrabber, Bodge says, and search online for coupons and promo codes. You can find Jet.com discount codes on RetailMeNot . Beauty Products The growth of online shopping has made it easier than ever for consumers to avoid brick-and-mortar stores, including drugstores, altogether. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't practice the same due diligence online as you would at the pharmacy or supermarket when it comes to getting the most bang for your buck on beauty products. Profitero found that Jet.com offered the lowest prices on beauty products by 10% versus Amazon . We found a 23.7-ounce bottle of Herbal Essences 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner for $5.75 on Jet. On Amazon, that same bottle costs $7.49. On Jet.com, an eight-ounce bottle of Aveeno lotion is priced at $5.70, one-third less than the $8.53 you'd pay on Amazon. Since Jet's launch in July, the site has grown at such a brisk clip that ChannelAdvisor.com, a publisher of e-commerce sales data, now ranks it as the number-four online marketplace, ahead of established e-retailers such as Best Buy and Sears. Electronics Although Jet.com's selection is noticeably limited compared with Amazon's, the company has its reasons for stocking fewer products: "We've spent a lot of time researching the most common items purchased by online shoppers and have focused our inventory around those areas," says Liza Landsman, Jet's chief customer officer. Not surprisingly, electronics are popular with online shoppers. Jet stocks everything from tablets to televisions, with average prices falling 6% below Amazon's prices . That's the smallest savings percentage among the seven product categories analyzed by Profitero. We found a Logitech surround sound speaker system for $370.43 on Jet. Over on Amazon, it costs $395.53. That's a $25 difference, or about 6%. An LG 60'' Class 1080p Smart LED HDTV goes for $888.11 on Jet; it's $897.99, or nearly $10 more, on Amazon. While the average savings are less on electronics, Jet offers its members additional ways to save on purchases, says Virginia Morris, vice president of consumer strategies and insights for Daymon Worldwide, a consulting firm for retailers. For example, Jet discounts certain products designated as "smart items" when they are purchased together. (Think discounts on ink cartridges when you buy a printer.) These items cost more when bought separately. "There's an instant gratification when you add items to your cart and see the final cost go down," Morris says. Groceries Jet.com's grocery offerings are limited to prepackaged and canned foods, as well as bottled and canned beverages. Amazon, on the other hand, sells a much wider assortment of groceries, including fresh produce and meats. However, Profitero's analysis of identical grocery items carried by both Jet and Amazon found that Jet's groceries are priced 7% cheaper, on average, than groceries on Amazon . For example, a 24-count package of Donut House flavored Keurig Cups is $11.16 on Jet, 39% less than the $18.19 charged on Amazon. A three-pack of Keebler's 14.2-ounce packages of Vienna Fingers sandwich cookies is considerably cheaper on Jet.com at $5.57. On Amazon, you'd pay $13.99 (almost $8.50 extra). You'll likely receive your groceries faster from Amazon. Prime members are entitled to free two-day shipping on most orders, and the AmazonFresh grocery service offers same-day delivery in selected cities (extra charges apply). Jet orders over $35 should get to you in two days if the items ship directly from Jet's fulfillment center. Items fulfilled by third-party vendors can take up to five days. Household Products Shoppers who like to stock up on household products, such as bathroom cleaner, soap and dish detergent, should like Jet.com. Profitero's report showed that household products on Jet cost 11% less, on average, than on Amazon . We found a two-pack of Dove Bath Bars for $5.48 on Jet.com, versus $6.83 on Amazon a savings of almost 20%. A 24-ounce bottle of Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner is $3.76 on Jet. The same cleaner was priced nearly $2 higher, at $5.70, on Amazon. Part of Jet's unique appeal is its buy more/save more model. The more items you add to your shopping cart, especially so-called smart items, the more discounts you'll receive. RetailMeNot's Bodge thinks the model will attract online shoppers who like to buy household and other products in bulk. "Jet might appeal to the homemaker with more than one child or people who do purchasing for small organizations," she says, "or someone with a small family who derives some level of comfort knowing they don't have to worry about whether there are enough rolls of Bounty in the basement." Office Supplies For busy parents and small-business owners who don't have time to pick up school and office supplies at a brick-and-mortar store, shopping online is the best alternative. And Jet.com is a good place to look. Everyday supplies, such as pens, printer paper and notebooks, cost 7% less on Jet than on Amazon , Profitero found. A six-pack of Top Flight marbled composition books costs $15.49 on Jet, compared with $18.80 on Amazon (a nearly 18% savings). On Jet, a Universal stand-up stapler costs $4.99. You'd have to shell out $7.42 for the same stapler on Amazon. While Jet might not be a household name yet, don't let the site's newbie status fool you. ChannelAdvisor.com found that since its launch in July, Jet has a repeat buyer rate of 23%. Amazon's repeat buyer rate for the same time period was 11%. Pet Supplies Jet.com is turning out to be a bargain lover's dream for pet owners. Of the seven product categories analyzed by Profitero, pet supplies, including food and toys, afforded the biggest savings. Jet members pay 12% less, on average, for the same pet supplies than Amazon shoppers . We found a large JW Pet brand anti-skid pet feeding bowl for $4.95 on Jet. For $8.38, you can order the identical bowl on Amazon. The price difference: over 40%. A case (12 cans) of Newman's Own organic beef and liver dog food is priced at $24.70 on Jet, while Amazon has it listed at $25.99. While Jet's discounts are enticing, if you're already paying for a Prime membership ($99) and a Costco membership ($55), you'll need to calculate whether it makes financial sense to spend another $49.99 on a Jet membership, advises David Ning, founder of the consumer blog MoneyNing.com. Will your savings outweigh the cost of multiple memberships? Alternatively, will replacing Prime with Jet really pay off for you? Keep in mind that Prime offers non-shopping perks, such as streaming video and music, and unlimited storage of digital photos. If you'll need to sign up for separate Netflix ($7.99/month), Spotify ($9.99/month) and iCloud ($2.99/month for 200 gigabytes of storage) accounts after you dump Prime, then you aren't saving money.
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A newly opened glass walkway, suspended 3,500 feet above a canyon in central China, cracked on Monday to the terror of thrill-seeking tourists. The 1,300-foot-long glass bottom walkway is built along Yuntai Mountain Scenic Park in Henan Province, China. The walkway is currently closed for repairs after a panel of glass along the walkway fractured, China's People Daily Online reported. According to the outlet, a park official said the fractured glass "does not affect safety," though tourists and many on social media disagreed. On Weibo, often called "Chinese Twitter," many said park officials were down playing the severity of the incident. " Yuntaishan glass broken plank floor not a serious break? ... What ... an international joke," a man wrote. Another said "people risked their lives" to travel to the bridge. Officials noted that similar incidents have happened in other glass-bottom structures, like London's Tower Bridge and Chicago's Willis Tower. The incident happened during one of the busiest tourist events of the year, according to People's Daily Online . Millions of tourists made trips around the country to celebrate China's week-long National Day getaway.
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I've always wanted to help people. That's how I ended up as a domestic violence counselor-I. They were struggling, they were damaged. They were different from me. Except they weren't. My job began with a 20-hour training course about the dynamics of abuse. I sat down, ready to learn what I needed to help the clients I was going to counsel, and picked up the "Power and Control Wheel" educational graphic in front of me. The wheel outlines the many different ways that abusive behavior can manifest aside from physical violence. My eyes danced over phrases like "calling her names," "making her think she's crazy," and "controlling what she does and where she goes." My stomach fluttered. The words went blurry. I excused myself, walked to the nearest bathroom, and immediately vomited into the toilet. Sitting on the tile floor with shaking hands, the control wheel spun in my head. There, staring back at me in photocopied black and white, was the picture of my own relationship. Too ashamed to tell anyone my big revelation, and worried I would lose my new job if I did, I kept it to myself. Day after day, I walked into work and counseled women about what they had been through, how to identify red flags, and what healthy relationship dynamics were really like. Night after night, I went home to a partner who was everything I told my clients to look out for. "I won't be seen in public with you if you wear that," my boyfriend would growl. "You can't meet my family. They won't approve of someone like you. You're not good enough," he'd go on. "You're crazy . No one else is going to want a girl like you. Hell, I don't even want you," he'd scream. I threw all my efforts into those daytime hours. I became the perfect counselor to help push down my own pain. My clients trusted me, saw me as some sort of refuge, a lighthouse of strength and resolve. I was lying to their faces. And I was good at it, too. I built wonderful relationships with these women. They opened up before my eyes, inspiring me with their own examples of bravery and resilience. I looked forward to going to work every day to catch up with them. I'd find out how their weeks had gone, note their progress to them, listen to the revelations they'd had. Together, we'd recite affirmations. To a client who felt like she'd deserved the abuse, I said, "You deserve to be treated well." Yeah , I thought, I do . "It's not okay for someone to say those things for you," I assured another. No, it's not okay , I assured myself. I found myself thinking: If they could do it-leave their abuser, believe that they have value, learn to love themselves-then I could do it, too. I used the same words I had given as a script to so many of my clients. "I'm sorry," I said to him. "I deserve better than what you can give me." There was one way my boyfriend did not fit the textbook. In most cases, the abuser may not be willing to let their partner go, and the victim may find herself in real physical danger. For me, my abuser let me walk out. But the fact that he didn't try to stop me or even seem to care almost seemed to hurt worse-it was evidence of how little he thought about me and how easy it was for him to treat me like I was worthless. I spent a long time afterward knowing that I deserved better than him while simultaneously hoping he'd call and realize what a mistake he'd made by letting me go. Thankfully, that call never came. What his abuse had done was convince me that I wasn't worth more than him...but what my clients helped me understand is that I absolutely am. That was 10 years ago, and I'm still working on being a strong person. I've managed to avoid entering another abusive relationship, thanks to learning how to recognize red flags. Eventually I was able to enter into a marriage with someone who treats me as an equal and respects me in ways I never knew were possible. I now work from home, writing and caring for our daughter, but I am so grateful for my years as a counselor. It didn't just pay the bills and allow me to help people-it allowed me to help me .
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From the ceiling to the floor, reclaimed wood gives these spaces a sense of history. In this Cascade Mountain compound designed by Olson Kundig Architects, the kitchen ceiling is clad in reclaimed corral boards from ReHistoric Wood Products; marine-grade plywood was used for the cabinetry, which is accented by Tom Kundig Collection hardware from 12th Avenue Iron. This 4,000-square-foot Manhattan penthouse , designed by architect Charles Rose, features reclaimed-bubinga floors and reclaimed-wenge millwork. Reclaimed wood lines a bath in this four-story rustic retreat in the Swiss Alps designed by Studio Peregalli. Designer Juan Montoya laid out the bath of this Roxbury, Connecticut, residence with cabinetry made from reclaimed barn wood decorated with an X motif. In fashion designer Jenni Kayne's Beverly Hills, California, home , a vintage Eames chair and ottoman sit next to the custom-made walnut bed in the master suite, which is distinguished by reclaimed-oak ceiling trusses. The oak table in the dining alcove of architect Benedikt Bolza's farmhouse in Umbria, Italy , was custom made of reclaimed oak and steel from wine barrels When remodeling the top level of her Brooklyn brownstone into a floor-through home office, jewelry designer Ippolita Rostagno removed the existing kitchen and added new skylights; the flooring is reclaimed oak. In the breakfast area of this ranch house in the Colorado Rockies , designer William Sofield decorated the fireplace with a sunburst pattern composed of hundreds of nailheads and grouped Robert Thompson chairs from the 1940s around an English oak table. Reclaimed wood is used throughout the house, as in the wormy chestnut flooring. For this 19th-century residential barn in Bucks County, Pennsylvania , Penny Drue Baird and Irwin Weiner relied on a combination of reclaimed wood from the structure and other sources and patinated new wood for the interiors, including the kitchen cabinets.
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When 22-year-old Mattias Janmark came over to the United States from Sweden in the fall, he said his focus was more on getting used to North American hockey and experiencing life as a pro than it was on making the Stars. But much to everyone's surprise, Janmark earned himself a longer trip to Dallas than originally planned when the Stars announced Tuesday that Janmark made the roster. "The last month has been part of a process," Janmark told the Stars' website . "Every week you felt closer and closer, and you are trying so hard to make the team, you don't think about how big it is. If you asked me a month ago, I would be more shocked than yesterday. It was a big day, but I don't think it has sunk in yet. I am sure it will." Janmark made an initial good impression on Stars' brass at the Traverse City Tournament in early September, posting six points (two goals, four assists) in four games. Janmark added two goals to his total during preseason games as he proved his quality of play on the ice is worthy of a role in Dallas. The 22-year-old was originally selected in the third round of the 2013 NHL Draft by the Detroit Red Wings, but he had his rights traded to the Stars last season in a deal for Erik Cole. The majority of Janmark's hockey experience over the past few years has been in Sweden, but he does have one game -- an AHL playoff game with the Texas Stars -- on his resume. Janmark clearly will have to adjust to life in the NHL, but given how quickly he rose up on the depth charts in camps, it looks like Janmark should fit in easily with Dallas. MORE NEWS: Want stories delivered to you? Sign up for our NHL newsletters. (h/t Dallas Stars )
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It's hardly a secret that Victoria's Secret Photoshops its models. But the lingerie company hardly helped its own edit-happy reputation when it shared a poorly edited image to its Facebook page. The photo, posted online on Sept. 25, shows a model, back to the camera, donning a pair of Victoria's Secret "cheeky" underwear. The problem: her thigh and butt show clear signs of editing. The image has steadily gained traction as some commenters shared concerns regarding the botched editing job, while others called into question the company's need to edit model photos at all.
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The Russian Defense Ministry releases footage of warships firing cruise missiles from the Caspian Sea towards targets in Syria. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
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ROSEBURG - The gunman who killed nine people at an Oregon college exchanged fire with two police officers, who struck him once before he retreated to a classroom and killed himself, authorities said on Wednesday as they hailed the officers as heroes. Douglas County District Attorney Rick Wesenberg at a news conference said he found the two plainclothes officers were justified in opening fire on the gunman after he carried out the rampage Thursday at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg. The shooting carried out by Chris Harper-Mercer, 26, ranks as the deadliest in the United States in two years and the bloodiest in modern Oregon history. Authorities had indicated that Harper-Mercer died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, but they previously gave few details on the shootout he had with police officers. Roseburg police Sergeant Joe Kaney and detective Todd Spingath, who were not wearing bullet-proof vests, ran toward Snyder Hall on campus as Harper-Mercer stood in the doorway of the building and fired toward them with a 9 MM handgun, Wesenberg said. Seconds later, the two officers who were about 15 yards (14 meters) from the gunman fired back three times, with one round striking Harper-Mercer in the side and two others hitting a wall at the building's entrance, Wesenberg said. The wounded gunman retreated to a classroom where he shot himself to death at the front of the room, Wesenberg said. He did not shoot another person after exchanging gunfire with the two officers. "These men saved lives this day," Wesenberg said. "They assessed that there was a threat. They were under fire, and they ran toward it," he added. Roseburg police chief Jim Burge called the two officers heroes. In addition to the 10 people who died in the massacre, including the gunman, nine others were wounded. Authorities have said little regarding what they know about the motives of Harper-Mercer, who by many accounts was a troubled, socially awkward loner with a passion for guns. President Barack Obama, who spoke out forcefully for stricter gun control measures after the massacre, plans to visit Roseburg on Friday to meet with families of the victims, the White House has said. A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday for slain student Jason Johnson, 33. In a statement on Wednesday, the family of Sarena Moore, 44, said the student killed in the attack had "a caring heart that was bigger than life itself." (Writing by Alex Dobuzinskis; Editing by Jeffrey Benkoe and Cynthia Osterman)
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Thousands of people demonstrate in Copenhagen on Tuesday to oppose their government's handling of the migrant crisis.
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MOSCOW Sharply escalating its role in Syria, the Russian military launched on Wednesday medium-range missiles from nearly 1,000 miles away, bringing to the conflict elements of its Cold War-era military might. The new Russian airstrikes came amid reports of an expanding ground offensive by pro-government forces in Syria, which is taking place in coordination with Russian warplanes operating from an airfield in western Syria. That offensive will include the Syrian Army, Hezbollah forces on the ground and Russia in the air all coordinated with Iran, according to an official with that alliance. The volley was launched from Russian warships in the Caspian Sea to strike targets in Syria. The use of 26 sea-based cruise missiles marked one of the first known uses in combat of Russian missiles with this range. The Russian minister of defense, Sergei K. Shoigu, told President Vladimir V. Putin in a televised meeting that the missiles had struck 11 targets in Syria. The targets were about 930 miles, or about 1,500 kilometers, from the Russian flotilla of four warships that launched the missiles, Mr. Shoigu said. No civilians were harmed in the strike, he said. ~Mr. Putin praised the work of the military in the missile strike and in the air operations in Syria that already showed a flexing of Russia's military muscle in the Middle East. "That we fired from the territory of the Caspian Sea, at a range greater than 1,500 kilometers, and hit targets precisely, this shows high qualifications," Mr. Putin said, referring to naval crew members. In Moscow, Russian authorities would not confirm that a ground offensive had begun. But a spokeswoman for the foreign ministry, Maria V. Zakharova, said on Wednesday that Russia had never made a secret of its policy of aiding the Syrian military. "I can say coordination is taking place with the Syrian Army, that is unequivocal," Ms. Zakharova said. "And we call on everybody else to do the same. Without a collective effort, all these activities in the air are useless." Russian officials have said since the beginning of their air war that they were targeting Islamic State militants, even when bombs have fallen on territories held by other insurgent groups that oppose President Bashar Al-Assad, including in areas where witnesses reported seeing heavy bombardments on Wednesday. The strikes have hit the Army of Conquest, an Islamist faction that includes the Nusra Front, Al Qaeda's Syrian affiliate, as well as more-secular groups that often fight alongside, including some that had received American aid. Russia has so far refused to make a distinction between the Army of Conquest and the Islamic State, labeling both groups as terrorists. It was not immediately clear which groups in Syria the Russian medium-range missiles had struck. Russian diplomats, Ms. Zakharova said, have asked the United States to identify armed groups other than units of the Syrian Army that are fighting the Islamic State and that should be avoided in airstrikes, but she said they had received no answer. "If there are some forces that also have weapons in their hands and are on the ground fighting, as the coalition says, with the Islamic State, and they should not be touched, then wonderful," Ms. Zakharova said. "Give the list, give the call signs of these people. Tell us where are they located, explain why we shouldn't be touched. Indeed, this information is not provided."
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With the arrival of the highly touted Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel for the 2015-16 season, we look back at some of the NHL's most anticipated teenaged prospects of the expansion era and how they fared. Bobby Orr, 18, 1966-67 The kid was as good as expected (13-28-41 in 61 games), winning the Calder Trophy and launching a blue line revolution with his skating, passing, dynamic rushes and solid defense. Norris winner Harry Howell prophetically said, "I might as well enjoy it now because I expect it's going to belong to Bobby Orr from now on." He was right. Orr won it in each of the next eight seasons. Wayne Gretzky, 19, 1979-80 In his first NHL season, the Great One scored 51 goals and led the league with 86 assists and 137 points, good for the Hart and Lady Byng trophies, but not the Calder. His previous season in the rival WHA made him ineligible for rookie of the year, which went to another 19-year-old. Ray Bourque, 19, 1979-80 The eighth pick in the '79 draft launched his Hall of Fame career by going 17-48-65 with a dazzling +52 to earn Norris votes, a first team NHL All-Star nod and the distinction of being the answer to a trivia question: Who won the Calder during Wayne Gretzky's first season in the NHL? Dale Hawerchuk, 18, 1981-82 The Canadian Major Junior Player of the Year was the first pick in the '81 NHL draft after his 81-goal, 183-point season in the QMJHL. An agile, quick playmaker and scorer, Hawerchuk won the Calder by becoming the first NHL rookie to post a 40-goal, 100-point campaign. He went on to become a Hall of Famer. Steve Yzerman, 18, 1983-84 The fourth pick of '83 after Brian Lawton (North Stars), Sylvain Turgeon (Whalers) and Pat LaFontaine (Islanders) Yzerman was undersized, highly skilled and gritty. He had to win a job in training camp, but stuck and went 39-48-87 in 80 games, finishing second in the Calder race behind Sabres goalie Tom Barrasso. Tom Barrasso, 18, 1983-84 Entering the NHL out of high school, the fifth pick in the '83 draft became the first goalie to win the Calder since Canadiens legend Ken Dryden in 1972, going 26-12-3, with a 2.84 GAA and .893 save pct. in 42 games. His performance also earned him the Vezina, first team All-Star honors, and a spot on Team USA for the '84 Canada Cup tournament. Mario Lemieux, 19, 1984-85 After the towering Super Mario posted a mindblowing 133 goals and 149 assists in his final junior season, it was easy to believe the Penguins tanked to secure the first pick in the '84 draft. (There was no lottery at the time.) Lemieux scored on his first NHL shift and took the Calder with his 43-57-100 rookie season. Pat LaFontaine, 19, 1984-85 An American out of the QMJHL where he scored 104 goals and 234 points in only 70 games, LaFontaine was drafted third in '83. He played for Team USA at the '84 Olympics before making his NHL debut with 13 goals in 15 late-season games, then helped the Isles reach the Stanley Cup Final. As 19-year-old rookie in '84-85 he went 19-35-54 in 67 games, going on to a Hall of Fame career that was cut short by concussions. Jimmy Carson, 18, 1986-87 Remembered as the Kings' key player in their trade for Wayne Gretzky, Carson was the second pick in the '86 draft, after winger Joe Murphy (Detroit). A natural scorer with a mostly one-way game, Carson produced 39 goals and 79 points as a rookie, finishing behind teammate Luc Robitaille and Flyers goalie Ron Hextall in the Calder voting. At 19, he scored 55 goals and 107 points before being dealt. His career was brief, though, and he retired at 29. Mike Modano, 19, 1989-90 One of the greatest American players of all time, the speedy, explosive center with the lethal shot was the first pick in 1988 out of the WHL and Team USA. Modano made his NHL debut during the 1989 playoffs and then went 29-46-75 the following season, finishing second to 31-year-old Sergei Makarov of the Flames in the Calder voting. Eric Lindros, 19, 1992-93 The Next One was a junior superstar when he was chosen first by Quebec in the 1991 draft but infamously fought for the trade to Philadelphia that sent Peter Forsberg and a parcel of players the other way. Big, strong and offensively gifted, Lindros scored 41 goals and 75 points for the Flyers but finished fourth in the Calder vote won by Teemu Selanne who'd set the NHL rookie record of 76 goals with the Jets. Vincent Lecavalier, 18, 1998-99 After 86 goals and 217 points in two QMJHL seasons, the speedy, skilled 6' 4" center was drafted first in 1998 and billed by the Lightning's owner as a potential Michael Jordan of hockey. Lecavalier had a modest rookie campaign (13-15-28, -19 in 82 games) and was a distant 14th in the Calder voting, but he improved to 25-42-67 the following season and was named the NHL's first teenaged captain. Ilya Kovalchuk, 18, 2001-02 An international star, he was the first Russian ever chosen first in an NHL draft (2001). He went 29-22-51 in 65 games as a rookie but suffered a shoulder injury and finished second in the Calder vote behind Thrashers teammate Dany Heatley, 21. A fast, exceptional puckhandler and explosive scorer, Kovalchuk upped his goal (38) and points (67) totals at 19, setting up a run of six straight 40-plus goal seasons. Sidney Crosby, 18, 2005-06 The grand prize in the 2005 lottery, Sid The Kid was a bona fide prodigy who was compared to Wayne Gretzky. Crosby scored 39 goals and 102 points as a rookie but the Calder went to a 20-year-old named Ovechkin. The next season, at 19, Crosby won the Hart, Pearson and Ross trophies with a 36-84-120 slate that made him the youngest NHL scoring champ of all time. He also became the NHL's second teen captain. Patrick Kane, 19, 2007-08 An American stickhandling wizard out of the OHL, Kane was the first pick in the 2007 draft. He dispelled concerns about his size (5' 9", 160) by playing in all of Chicago's 82 games, going 21-51-72 and beating out 19-year-old teammate Jonathan Toews and Washington's Nicklas Backstrom for the Calder. Steven Stamkos, 18, 2008-09 "Seen Stamkos?" the billboards in Tampa asked after the Lightning took the coveted sniper with the first pick in the 2008 draft. His rookie season was solid if unspectacular (23-23-46, -13) and he finished ninth in the Calder voting, but the next season, at 19, Stamkos hit the 50-goal mark, leading the NHL. John Tavares, 19, 2009-10 The first player to be given "exceptional" status by the OHL (making him eligible to play a year early at 15), Tavares broke Wayne Gretzky's league mark for goals by a 16-year-old, with 72. The first pick in the 2009 NHL draft, he went a solid 24-30-54 for the Islanders and finished fifth in the Calder voting won by towering 19-year-old Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers, the 12th selection. Victor Hedman, 19, 2009-10 The highly regarded Swedish defenseman was the second pick after John Tavares. Big (6' 6", 230) and blessed with all-around skills that invited comparisons to Chris Pronger and Zdeno Chara, he patterned his game after Red Wings great Nicklas Lidstrom. Hedman finished ninth in the Calder voting after a 4-16-20, -3 rookie campaign and needed several seasons to mature into the star and cornerstone everyone expected he would become. Taylor Hall, 19, 2010-11 The big question on draft night 2010 was Taylor or Tyler (Seguin)? Hall, the big, speedy winger who'd posted 106 points in 57 OHL games, was the first pick. He went 22-20-42 in 65 games with struggling, rebuilding Edmonton, his season ended by an ankle sprain in March. The Calder was won by Carolina's 18-year-old Jeff Skinner (31-32-63), the seventh overall pick. Tyler Seguin, 19, 2010-11 The OHL MVP was the second pick in the 2010 draft. A creative playmaker and scorer with a defensive upside, Seguin put up modest numbers (11-11-22 in 74 games) under the weight of great expectations, received no Calder votes and spent Boston's first 11 postseason games as a healthy scratch. When he saw action, he became the first teen to score four points in a playoff match (Eastern final Game 2 vs. Tampa Bay). Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, 18, 2011-12 A deft playmaker, the top pick of 2011 tied for first in rookie scoring (18-34-52 in 62 games) but finished second behind Colorado's Gabriel Landeskog, 19, for the Calder, only the third time teens were 1-2 in the voting, and first since Bryan Berard and Jarome Iginla in '97. Three others earned votes: Hurricanes defenseman Justin Faulk, 19, Flyers center Sean Couturier, 19, and Devils blueliner Adam Larsson, 19. Gabriel Landeskog, 19, 2011-12 A natural leader, the calm, skilled winger who captained Sweden's U-16, U-17 and U-18 teams was the second pick in 2011 draft. The only member of his rookie class to play all of his team's 82 regular season games, he won the Calder by going 22-30-52 with a stellar +20 rating. The Avs then made him the youngest player in NHL history to wear the C. Nathan MacKinnon, 18, 2013-14 From Sidney Crosby's hometown of Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, MacKinnon was the first top pick out of the QMJHL since Crosby in 2005. Playing wing and center, this skilled scorer with great hands and solid two-way game won the 2014 Calder with a 24-39-63, +20 season, beating out two of Tampa Bay's Triplets: Ondrej Palat (22) and Tyler Johnson (23). But at 19, he suffered a sophomore slump and was sidelined by a broken foot, his production declining to 14-24-38, -7. Seth Jones, 19, 2013-14 The celebrated son of ex-NBA player Popeye Jones looked like the possible No. 1 pick of 2013 before falling to No. 4 behind Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado), Aleksander Barkov (Florida) and Jonathan Drouin (Tampa Bay). A big (6' 4', 205), athletic blueliner, Jones went 6-19-25, -23 as a rookie while adjusting to his difficult position at the NHL level, earning 15 Calder votes (11th). Aaron Ekblad, 18, 2014-15 The second player to be given "exceptional" status by the OHL, and second defenseman since 1996 to be the NHL's top pick, the uncannily mature Ekblad made a seamless transition, winning the Calder with 12-27-39, +12 rookie season. His 39 points were two shy of Bobby Orr's NHL record for an 18-year-old blueliner and his offensive totals were all team rookie marks. Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel The two 18-year-old centers were so highly coveted ahead of the 2015 NHL Draft that teams were suspected to tanking in order to increase their chances of winning the lottery. McDavid, an OHL scoring sensation taken No. 1 by Edmonton, inspired Hall of Famer Dale Hawerchuk to say, "He skates like Bobby Orr. He has the vision of Wayne Gretzky. And he handles the puck like Mario Lemieux." An NHL scout said of Boston University standout Eichel, who went No. 2 to Buffalo, "It's not just his speed; it's his skill, his hockey sense. It doesn't even look like he's trying, but the puck comes to him. He makes things happen."
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