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Lancôme Energizer Total
The market leader in anti-aging cosmetics, Lancôme designed its Men range specifically to protect your visage from the ravages of time. Now comes Energizer Total, which purports to be the ultimate fatigue fighter, using HEPES and glycolic acid to sluice your skin clean of dead cells. Meanwhile adenosine tri-phosphate ATP transports energy to your cells, thereby reviving your tired skin, and an assortment of moisturising agents does exactly that. GQ.COM won’t be able to vouch for the anti-aging properties for some time to come, but Energizer Total is easily absorbed with a pleasingly non-oily texture, and will almost certainly go some way to improving your appearance of a morning after the night ...

Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Judd Apatow is justifiably being lauded as the saviour of mainstream American comedy. After the combined brilliance of The 40 Year Old Virgin, Knocked Up and Superbad, the man undeniably has the Midas touch. Following the relative misfire of Owen Wilson vehicle Drillbit Taylor, Apatow is back on top form here and anyone who cast doubt over his decision to cast Russell Brand in a leading role will be sorely disappointed. Against all odds, the louche Brit almost single-handedly walks away with the entire film. Long-term Apatow collaborator Jason Segal wrote the script and also plays leading man, Peter Bretter, who is unceremoniously dumped by the titular Sarah Marshall Kristen Bell, as seen in last month’s GQ. This being a Judd Apatow film, she dumps him as he stands there with his cock out one is obliged to use the Apatow vernacular when reviewing his films, don’t you know. To overcome the humiliation, Bretter heads to Hawaii only to find Miss Marshall holidaying in the same resort ...

HGH Facts - The Dirty Truth About HGH
I wonder what it is about HGH Human Growth Hormone that makes people want to know more. It seems to Interest both men and women of all ages. It could be because HGH promises many benefits for both men and women, the main benefit being reverse aging. Some of the other claims made about HGH is that it can help enhance your metabolism, or Increase muscle mass. Let me tell you that where health is concerned, it’s bad to get into something without doing a whole lot of research first. Never ever go by the hype created by the companies selling them. It’s pretty obvious that when one is selling something, they will always say their product is the best. Can you take such risks with your health? The answer is obviously NO. Now getting down to the nitty gritty of HGH I will save you a lot of trouble by letting you in on the results of my research on HGH. Remember, I am here to help you and bring facts in front of you, so that you can make an ‘informed’ decision. Having said that, lets ...

A Debit Card Diatribe
Why you e better off ditching this piece of plastic By Carmen Wong Ulrich RELATED STORIES Avoid tax rebate troubles Are you addicted to your Blackberry? 5 easy ways to save big bucks Trade like an insider How middle-class millionaires spend Remember the vegetarian uproar years ago when word got out that McDonalds French fries were flavored with a beef derivative which they have since changed? Im far—far—from a vegetarian, but what rankled me about the big reveal was; heres another industrial behemoth being sneaky about their products. I don like sneaky—especially when it costs consumers hard-earned dollars. And debit cards are some of the sneakiest little devils in the banking biz. It all started about 10, 12 years ago when banks decided to automatically send consumers debit cards, instead of vanilla-but-still-amazing ATM cards, to get access to money in checking or savings accounts. We marveled at the innovation: How convenient! But like bits of beef derivative in your fries, ...

Fans to party in the street
All 31 games at UEFA EURO 2008™ will be screened live at the official fan zones in the eight host cities with other entertainment also being laid on. Important locations For the duration of the tournament, giant screens will be erected in the official fan zones: Mittlere Rheinbrücke, Kasernenareal and Münsterplatz Basel; Sechseläutenplatz Zurich; Bundesplatz and Waisenhausplatz Berne; Plaine de Plainpalais Geneva; Neuer Platz and Messegelände Klagenfurt; Bergisel-Arena Innsbruck; the old town in Salzburg; and Rathausplatz and Heldenplatz Vienna. Additional entertainment will be provided by well-known performers, orchestras and bands while numerous other activities will be organised by UEFA EURO 2008™ partners. Entry to the fan zones is free. ...

MR START BOUTIQUE
A new menswear emporium is added to the stylish Start stable Some men shy away from the whole bespoke suit thing, believing that they e not smart enough for Savile Row. Well, I have two pieces of advice for the men among you who think like that: 1 Don be so daft: a trip to Savile Row, and the start-to-finish bespoke experience, should be a right of passage for every right-thinking man. 2 If you still can face Mayfair, then take yourself to the Mr Start bespoke boutique on Rivington Street in East London. The latest in the Start store stable, a business run by Woodhouse founder Phillip Start and his wife, former Fall member Brix Start-Smith who this Editor warmed to immediately due their shared love of pug dogs, Mr Start specialises in both bespoke and off-the-peg tailoring. And having spent a happy half hour wandering around this stylish space, I can confirm this would be one of the most relaxing, not to mention unstuffy, places to come for your first bespoke experience: comfy ...

RINGING EARS
What May Be Causing It? Sometimes ringing in the ears can be Eustachian tube dysfunction related to allergy, but often its caused by something else, such as a viral infection or other types of ear problems. How Can I Get Some Relief? If you have ringing in the ears that lasts just a day or 2, try over-the-counter allergy medications. If ringing lasts longer than 1 or 2 days, or if over-the-counter allergy medicines don help, see a doctor. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Yes. Persistent ringing in the ears should be checked by an ear, nose, and throat specialist, also called an ENT or ...

Simply Relax - Malta
One of the joys of being on The Maltese Islands is that, no matter where you are, you’re never far from one of the many magnificent beaches or secluded little coves. There is a choice of both sandy and rocky beaches on the Islands, offering practical areas for the family, scenic spots for the romantics, serene areas for those in want of peace and spots for those who are interested in a bit of summer sports fun. The Maltese coastal waters are generally clean and safe for swimming as there are no tides and the sea temperature averages around 22.8C in summer. Annual rainfall is low, averaging 578mm a year and the length of the dry season in summer is even longer than in neighbouring Italy. Malta’s climate is strongly influenced by the sea so the Islands have a very sunny climate with a daily average of more than twelve hours of sunshine in summer and five to six hours in mid-winter. Summers are hot but often mitigated by cooling sea breezes. June is the ideal time of year to come for ...

Lemon/Limes
Although lemons and limes may not be what you would choose for an afternoon snack, we consider them as powerhouses when we want to bring out the flavor of other foods. While both are available throughout the year, lemons are in the peak of their season around May, June and August while limes are at their peak from May through October. Lemons are oval in shape and feature a yellow, texturized outer peel. Like other citrus fruits, their inner flesh is encased in eight to ten segments. Usually smaller than lemons, limes are oval or round in shape having a diameter of one to two inches with green flesh and skin. They can be either sour or sweet depending on the variety; however, sweet limes are not readily available in the United States. Sour limes contain citric acid giving them an acidic and tart taste, while sweet limes while lack citric acid and are sweeter in flavor. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Lemon/Limes provides for each of the nutrients ...

Drink Yourself Skinny
No calorie counting, no carb watching. For half a century, meal-replacement shakes have been a no-brainer way to drop pounds. Why? They work For Rob Nager, the epiphany occurred at Abercrombie & Fitch. He was picking through a stack of cargo pants and asked a clerk if they were available in a 42-inch waist. Dude, the kid sneered, we don make pants that big. Nager, 38, faced a choice. He could ask the little weasel to step outside, or he could do something about his 250-pound frame. He opted for peace and a new waistline. He tried Weight Watchers, then Atkins. Both plans helped him slim down, but the flab always returned. Finally, Nager tried a weight-loss strategy thats been around since TVs were black-and-white; a strategy so old-school that one of the studies showing that it works went on for a decade. His throwback approach: meal-replacement beverages MRs, in the weight-loss world. Nager just said no to solid food. Instead, he quaffed shakes in place of meals, eventually ...

LG KF600
While no one has come close to matching the touch screen of the Apple iPhone, the LG KF600 is definitely headed in the right direction. The KF600 features a dual screen with the bottom half or “InteractPad” acting as the buttons, but what’s unique is that the dynamic interface adapts to the particular function that is being used. The phone has some really elegant themes interacting between the two screens, but the touchpad feels somewhat clunky and often unresponsive. Nor is the 3-megapixel camera the best you can get on a phone, but that said, the 4x digital zoom makes up for it. The photo viewer, meanwhile, is very impressive: using the touch screen you can zoom in on areas of a photo using a mini map-style interface. The KF600’s piece de resistance though is the music player, which is where the “InteractPad” really shines. As if by magic, the phone transforms into an MP3 music player with controls to skip tracks, pause and play music and even create your own playlists, while ...

Diving - Malta
The Maltese Islands’ clear blue Mediterranean sea is ideal for scuba diving and is highly accessible by relatively every area of the Islands. All three Islands offer excellently unique diving experiences with reefs, caves and wrecks to make the dive one of the most interesting ones in the Mediterranean. The calmness of the sea makes for excellent visibility and the wildlife danger risk is extremely low, creating an ultimate location for first time divers and beginners. For the more experienced divers, there are various sites that include archaeological artefacts, some from WWII, some even dating back to the Roman era. The depths of the dives vary, from the very shallow 12-metre Ghar Lapsi dive to Lantern Point, which takes divers to an underwater tunnel that leads down well over 50 metres. There are several types of scuba diving courses & scuba diving activities offered by locally licensed diving schools. Divers need to complete a medical statement form prior to any diving ...

Williamson working on improving hands with new team
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Receiver Troy Williamson was the last player on the field during minicamp Saturday, spending extra time with his position coach. Getty Images After three disappointing seasons in Minnesota, WR Troy Williamson is looking forward to being a part of a revamped Jaguars receiving corps. He wasn doing any speed drills. He wasn working on getting off the line of scrimmage. And he wasn running routes. He was catching passes -- the thing that haunted him in Minnesota and caused him to seek a fresh start with the Jacksonville Jaguars. But guess what? Williamson caught them all. In fact, he has caught just about everything thrown his way during Jacksonvilles two-day camp and since the team began offseason workouts last month. Its just a big weight lifted off him, all that pressure, receivers coach Todd Monken said. Its still early, but weve been pleasantly surprised. The Jaguars traded a sixth-round draft pick for Williamson, the seventh overall pick in the 2005 ...

Hemp Oil
Hemp seed and oil has been called Nature’s Perfect Food for Humanity - a wealth of health for everyone. The oil can be used as part of a nutritional programme to maintain and improve good health. With a pleasant nutty flavour, Hemp Seed Oil is ideal for use in salad dressings, mayonnaise, dips etc. It is not suitable for frying as this reduces the benefits. Hemp has had a long-standing relationship with humanity; modern science reveals that it contains all the essential amino acids and essential fatty acids necessary for human life, as well as a rare protein known as globule edestins that is very similar to the globulin found in human blood plasma. Four years after the Marijuana Tax Act passed in the US, a researcher writing for a 1941 edition of Science lamented the loss of access to the hemp seeds rare and important globule edistins; Passage of the Marijuana Law of 1937 has placed restrictions upon trade in hempseed that, in effect, amount to prohibition....” Hemp ...

Boost your own distance and durability with Vijay Singh's golfer's workout
Vijay Singh spends lots of time in the public eye -- contending for titles nine wins last year, accepting checks nearly $11 million in 2004, and battling Tiger Woods for the worlds number-one ranking. But its his behind-the-scenes training program on the range and in the gym that keeps him on top of the game at age 42. Singhs high-intensity regimen features twice-a-day workouts with golf-specific moves that hone his physical, mental, and tactical game. At this age, Im the strongest Ive ever been in my life, he says. The idea about playing golf used to be, ‘Hey, you don need muscles, theyll interfere with the golf swing. In this day and age, the golf game has evolved into something totally different -- who hits it the farthest, who lasts the longest. You can do that by just hitting golf balls. You have to do it by working out, getting strong. Singhs trainer, Joey Diovisalvi, C.S.C.S., designs workouts to focus on rotational power and flexibility. The following three ...

College Sex Pointers for Better Sex
Read on for five college sex rules to better sex... College Sex Rule 1: Claim a new campus Consider the cafés, library nooks, and grassy quads where the average American college student spends most of the day. These public spaces foster a sexual vibe by design. The most successful designs provide cozy spaces where small groups of students with common interests can interact, says Fred Dust, a senior partner at the design firm Ideo who works on university, commercial, and urban design projects. Both the physical comfort of a space and the sense of belonging put you at ease. So student lounges, flower-filled quads, coed dorms -- these settings are all designed to encourage intimacy and exclusivity. Okay, so you e not going to sidle up to a hot sophomore in the coffee shop now. But seek out places with long tables or low, comfortable couches, suggests Laura Gimpel, the facilities manager at Googles New York offices, which were outfitted purposely to mimic the college environment ...

The Clear-Skin Makeover
Like high school pop quizzes and awkward prom dates, pimples are supposed to be distant bad memories. If only. But these days, even moms of teens are battling blemishes — and wrinkles, too. In fact, between 15 and 35 percent of women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s suffer from breakouts, according to a report published last year in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. And those numbers are on the rise, says dermatologist Richard Fried, M.D., Ph.D., author of Healing Adult Acne. Doctors attribute this increase to everything from skyrocketing stress levels and hormone fluctuations to today’s carbohydrate-heavy diets. If you’re tempted to treat your acne with a few old tricks from your teen years, don’t. Adult skin is more sensitive and less resilient than adolescent complexions, and it calls for treatments that also fight the signs of aging. Luckily, many of the best zit zappers out there happen to be top anti-agers, too. So whether your breakouts are an occasional annoyance ...

Sony Ericsson K600i 3G phone
Launched by Jamiroquai frontman Jay Kay, the Sony Ericsson K600i is a slim feature-packed 1.3 megapixel phone that allows users access to Oranges 3G services, including video calling and fast access to mobile content, including exclusive Jamiroquai downloads. Known for his love of all things stylish, Jay Kay says: “I’m learning more and more about these innovative new mobile formats every day and definitely see them as an important way of getting Jamiroquai’s music and visuals out there. 3G is amazing and adds a whole new dimension to the way we can communicate with our fans.” The phone even comes with an cool optional phone backing, featuring the bands Buffalo Man logo. A must-have for all die-hard music ...

The Incredible Hulk
Who: Edward Norton calm, angry, repeat, Liv Tyler loving, Tim Roth psychotic, William Hurt in charge, Robert Downey Jr. cool Background: Aside from its fine comic heritage, 2008’s The Incredible Hulk has no ties to Ang Lee’s 2003 effort Hulk. Which is A Good Thing. Instead, director Louis Leterrier has cleverly sidestepped Lee’s brooding shots of, er, moss to produce a unexpected verdant treat. A smart opening title sequence establishes Edward Norton as the new Bruce Banner in much the same way that Christopher Nolan did with Christian Bale in Batman Begins. And that is a fair comparison, because The Incredible Hulk is great. Not Batman great, but it’s certainly saved the Hulk from ending up in the superhero retirement home alongside Elektra, Ghost Rider and Spider-Man circa three. The story: After ‘Hulking up’ by testing his gamma raygun thing, and nearly killing his girlfriend Betty Tyler, Dr Banner Norton goes on the run from Betty’s dad, Gen. Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross Hurt. Gen. ...

Golf Swing Tip
When we golf, we spend a lot of time behind trees -- and thats before we break out the six-pack. So Ken Williams, of Professional Golf Teachers and Coaches of America, told us how to hit the ball so itll curve around bark. Use a sand wedge if the ball is in 4 or more inches of grass, your pitching wedge if you want it to go farther than 20 yards. Miss the tree Stand so the ball is 2 inches to the left of your right foot. Keep a narrow stance, and aim your body to the left of the tree by moving your left foot back. This makes the ball come off your club to the left side of the tree. Hit the ball When you bring your club back, keep your hands at the same height as your hips. Swing so youll hit down on the ball. That will keep your club from making too much contact with grass and you from serving it up next to the stump. Reach the fairway Hit the ball so your club connects with the back side of the ball. This pops the ball up and around the tree. Your follow-through should mirror your ...

DARK CIRCLES UNDER EYES
What May Be Causing It? Allergies trigger nasal congestion and, in turn, nasal congestion causes blood flow to back up in the area under the eyes. The skin under the eye is very thin, so backed-up blood flow in the venous system under the eye is visible as a dark shadow or circle. Sometimes this symptom is associated with chronic sinusitis or chronic nasal blockage as well as allergies. How Can I Get Some Relief? If its just an intermittent or occasional problem, try over-the-counter nasal medicines that decrease nasal congestion. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Yes. Usually this becomes more of a chronic problem and the medicines that work best to treat it are prescription drugs, so youll need to see a doctor for medication. You should also have your sinuses evaluated by a doctor. ...

Player Etiquette
There are some lessons men can learn that will instantly improve their chances; here are a few techniques on Player etiquette that will show her you’re a class act. Bad habits Chewing your nails, picking your teeth, picking your nose, smoking -- it happens all the time, and I’ve seen more guys do it involuntarily than a Player should. Displaying your bad habits when you’re picking up a woman is going to instantly kill your game; your little nuances are as glaring as the skin flakes on your shirt. Really, is that appropriate? I think not. A Player has to be prudent about the little things he does. While on the surface it may seem harmless and subtle, to her it’s an obtrusive turnoff that’s going to net you a handshake good-bye rather than the desired fervent lip-lock. Be mindful of what your intuition wants you to do, and think about the consequences if you fall back into your bad habits. Then, think about what kind of benefits you’ll get from her if you suppress your otherwise ...

Why We Fight DVD
More than three years after its first appearance at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival, where it won the Grand Jury prize, documentarian Eugene Jarecki’s polemic against the American way of war at last makes it to DVD in this country. Jarecki’s film attempts to map the influence of big business on US foreign policy. It takes, as its starting point, President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s warning, in his 1961 farewell address, about what he called “the military-industrial complex”: the alliance of military professionals, arms industry executives and politicians who together stand to benefit most from continued overseas military activity. This is a partisan history of the second half of the American century and the beginning of this one, but some facts are indisputable: since WWII, the US has lurched from one conflict to another. Our closest ally really is an exceptionally bellicose nation. To hear Jarecki and many of his interviewees tell it, this aggression is motivated by the greed and ...

BLOODY NOSE
What May Be Causing It? Dryness and dryness-induced nasal irritation make this allergy symptom more common in winter because air is drier then. How Can I Get Some Relief? Saline nasal sprays like Ocean or Ayr work well for short-term relief and for intermittent bloody noses. Some people use a neti pot nasal wash kit to flush the nasal passages and put moisture in the nose. Running a humidifier in your home during winter is helpful, too. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Maybe, if bleeding is profuse or if you have bleeding throughout the year, a sign something else besides an allergy may be going on and you should be checked by a doctor. ...

Indiana Jones 4
Who? Harrison Ford old, Shia LaBeouf greasy, Karen Allen mumsy, Cate Blanchett bobbed, Ray Winstone Ray Winstoney Background: Close to twenty years, it took. Nearly two full decades, apparently, to perfect a script. To gather its peerless troupe of main players, to synchronise impossibly busy schedules and to hone a suitably astonishing final chapter to one of the greatest film franchises ever. Then 79 filming days to commit a genuine world cinematic event to celluloid: the fourth Indiana Jones movie. And what do we get? We’ll tell you. CGI gophers with surprised expressions, that’s what. Infantile, clunking dialogue. Green-screen sub-XBox action sequences. Elderly people kissing. The only human being ever to survive a nuclear detonation at point-blank range. Later, CGI monkeys with expressions. And your worst nightmares confirmed – aliens and flying saucers. Yes, it’s worse than you could possibly comprehend. A more stultifying disappointment, arguably, than The Phantom Menace. ...

Biotherm Homme Power Bronze Gel
We may be going into winter but that’s no excuse to go plate-white. Thanks to Biotherm Homme, you can now have a healthy look year-round by swapping your regular moisturiser with Power Bronze Gel. So long as you follow the ‘less is more’ principal, the easy-to-apply gel will provide you with a natural-looking light tan while keeping skin well moisturised during the colder climate. And unlike a lot of self tans, the gel has a tinted formula that lets you see exactly where you’re applying ...

Cabbage
Sturdy, abundant and inexpensive, cabbage is a longstanding dietary staple throughout the world and is so widely cultivated and stores so well that it is available throughout the year. However, it is at its best during the late fall and winter months when it is in season. Cabbage is round in shape with layers of superimposed leaves with the inner leaves often lighter in color than the outer leaves because they are protected from the sunlight. They belong to the Cruciferae family of vegetables along with kale, broccoli, collards and Brussels sprouts. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Cabbage provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients provided by Cabbage can be found in the Food Rating System Chart. A link that takes you to the In-Depth Nutritional Profile for Cabbage, featuring information over 80 nutrients, ...

Bigger Is Better
Take your look to soaring heights by turning up the volume on your lashes, lips, and hair. Get ready to go over the top. Photo: Michael Williams Youve heard the expression Go big or go home. Translation: As long as you’re putting the time into something, invest as much effort and passion as possible for the most awesome results. Its a motto that works these days not only in life and love but also in beauty. We e more confident than ever, and we want our hair and makeup to take us to the next level, says trend and lifestyle expert Jane Buckingham, CEO of the Intelligence Group. In other words, big is beautiful. So think ultrasexy lashes, lips with major impact, and supervoluminous hair. Because if you aren going to take it to the max tonight, why bother? Get Superbig Lashes Lush lashes have an innocent yet flirty effect, says Chanel makeup artist Kate Lee, who created the looks seen here. Dust loose powder over your lashes first — itll absorb oil and help your mascara stick. Then ...

Gradual Tan by No7 For Men
It isn’t just the ladies that benefit from a little help on the tan front and, thanks to the new Gradual Tan range from No7 For Men, pasty faces on chaps are tipped to be a thing of the past. Pitched as more of a tinted moisturiser than a fake tan, this cream will give men a little colour while they moisturise every morning you do moisturise every morning, right?. The Gradual Tan range has a body and face cream both £9.50 that top up colour day-by-day and, more importantly, discreetly, so you needn worry about getting it wrong. And, thanks to the SPF 15 also included, you can benefit from added protection from the elements while your natural tan ...

POPPING EARS OR HEARING PROBLEMS
What May Be Causing It? Allergens spur fluid changes within the ear. They can cause negative or positive pressure in the middle ear, triggering the same kind of popping or plugging sensation you feel when a plane changes altitude. Fluid bulging against the eardrum causes positive pressure; no fluid plus a vacuum pulling the eardrum inward causes negative pressure. Hearing distortions typically are caused by fluid plugging the Eustachian tube that normally vents the middle ear. How Can I Get Some Relief? Try over-the-counter antihistamine-decongestant combination medicines to curb the allergic reaction thats triggering the symptom and to reduce congestion fluid build-up. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Yes, if your symptoms persist and over-the-counter remedies don resolve ...

Cranberries
A cousin of the blueberry, this very tart, bright red berry can still be found growing wild as a shrub, but when cultivated, is grown on low trailing vines in great sandy bogs. The American cranberry, the variety most cultivated in the northern United States and southern Canada, produces a larger berry than the wild cranberry or the European variety. Cranberries have long been valued for their ability to help prevent and treat urinary tract infections. Now, recent studies suggest that this native American berry may also promote gastrointestinal and oral health, prevent the formation of kidney stones, lower LDL and raise HDL good cholesterol, aid in recovery from stroke, and even help prevent cancer. Fresh cranberries, which contain the highest levels of beneficial nutrients, are at their peak from October through December, just in time to add their festive hue, tart tangy flavor and numerous health protective effects to your holiday meals. When cranberries short fresh season is ...

The Money Talk
Any relationship that makes it past the initial stages has to deal with one very sensitive issue and that issue is money. The tricky thing with money is that everybody has peculiarities about what it means and what it does to him/her. Every person tends to have money baggage depending on how their parents raised them and how much money is in their past, but also how they currently handle their cash and what they think their financial future will look like. Money talk can become a necessity at different points in a relationship. If the two of you are planning a vacation together, buying major appliances together or if you’ve been arguing over the issue, the subject should definitely be breached. The only thing to remember is that when the money talk does come up, deal with it right away instead of putting it off. Any procrastination could lead to feelings of resentment or guilt toward you or your partner. The dreaded money talk is such a sensitive issue -- even if both parties are ...

CRUSTY OR CRUDDY EYES
What May Be Causing It? Gunky, crusty eyes may be caused by an allergy or an eye infection. Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference, even for doctors. They tend to see more of those during allergy season, because people scratch their itchy eyes and can get an infection in the eye. How Can I Get Some Relief? Don’t tackle this yourself. If your eyes are crusty in the morning or you see crustiness throughout the day, you may have in-eye infection. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Yes. See your doctor right away. It may be much more serious than an allergy and is more of a medical emergency that needs to be treated promptly. Don’t delay treatment. Waiting could leave you with a serious infection in the eye that’s a lot harder to treat. ...

DKNY JEANS
The New York brand opens a flagship store on Londons New Bond Street DKNY Jeans, one of the Big Apples best-loved fashion brands, is now available to buy in the Big Smoke with a new flagship store on New Bond Street. Proof if it were needed of Londons prominence on the international fashion map, the 4,400-square-foot retail space takes New Yorks gallery as its inspiration. Customers are greeted by striking black-and-white graphics with judicious read: widespread use of DKNY Jeans signature taxicab yellow, with hanging rails suspended from the ceilings to showcase the collection. With the flagship New Bond Street branch the latest in a veritable fleet of standalone stores around the country, including Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Londons Brompton Road, its practically an invasion albeit a very stylish one. ...

Rockstar Original (16 oz can)
280 calories 62 g sugar Energy drink makers might feign a level of health by fortifying their products with a cocktail of vitamins and minerals, but don be fooled: Any minimal benefit they might provide is snuffed out by the blanket of sugar and calories each can contains. Want energy? Try a cup of homebrewed black tea. It nearly zero calories and contains a deluge of disease-fighting ...

How to Have a 1-Night Stand
Heres what I remember about the best one-night stand of my life: everything but his name. He was a bartender-slash-actor who rode a beat-up motorcycle, but I didn find that out until after his jeans came off. It started in a bar. He sat down next to my girlfriend and me -- we were having a giggly girls night out -- stared in the other direction, and didn say a word. After 10 minutes, he asked if I would watch his stuff while he went outside to make a call. When he came back, he grimaced like De Niro and thanked me very politely. By that point, I was already curious about whom he had called, what was in his faded leather bag, and why he wouldn smile. So I asked if he was having a bad day. Within a couple of hours, we were naked in bed together. And then he was gone. To this day, I have to admire how smooth he was, because great one-night stands are tough to pull off. Plenty can go wrong between the first long look and the next-day e-mail. This is what you need to know to do ...

212 Men Splash by Carolina Herrera
A lighter, fresher version of the original, 212 Splash from Carolina Herrera is definitely a staple fragrance for the summer months. The limited-edition scent is available in blue for men and pink for women obviously, and comes packaged in what looks like an oversized drinks can. That’s presumably to evoke the refreshing ethos of the fragrance, which is to “relieve the heat of the city by making the skin a vibrant oasis”. Splash for men is a light and fresh-smelling fusion of mint, nutmeg, bergamot and ginger. If you liked the original, then you’ll definitely be a fan of this. Warning: aftershave will not actually relieve the heat of the city sun or quench your thirst, should the packaging fool you into drinking ...

Strawberries
The fragrantly sweet juiciness and deep red color of strawberries can brighten up both the taste and aesthetics of any meal; it is no wonder they are the most popular berry fruit in the world. Although strawberries have become increasingly available year-round, they are at the peak of their season from April through July when they are the most delicious and most abundant. While there are more than 600 varieties of strawberries that differ in flavor, size and texture, one can usually identify a strawberry by its red flesh that has yellow seeds piercing its surface, and the small, regal, green leafy cap and stem that adorn its crown. In addition to strawberries that are cultivated, there are also varieties that grow wild. These are much smaller in size, but feature a more intense flavor. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Strawberries provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating ...

Cassandra's Dream
As a reviewer it’s important to always maintain a sense of proportion when considering the work of someone you once admired but now are bored by. Still, it’s difficult to escape the fact that this is a Woody Allen film, and impossible – at least in my case – not to feel depressed that it’s come to this. The director’s 38th film in a 42-year career, Cassandra’s Dream is about as interesting as an omnibus edition of EastEnders, which is, unexpectedly, what it most resembles. But then Allen hasn’t made a really good movie since Sweet And Lowdown, in 1999, and the last great one was ten years before that, with Crimes And Misdemeanours. The move to London, which has produced three films – Match Point 2005, Scoop 2006, and this one – has to be judged a failure. Cassandra’s Dream has two cor-blimey brothers – dreamy ladies man Ian and fragile mechanic Terry – embroiled in an unlikely contract killing. Allen, in his wisdom, has cast a Scot Ewan McGregor and an Irishman Colin Farrell. Both ...

MECCANICO DG WATCH BY DE GRISOGONO
Introducing the worlds first mechanically powered digital watch A god among watches, this is possibly the most sophisticated design youll ever wear on your wrist. Born from the imagination of the owner of de Grisogono, Fazwa Gruosi, the Meccanico dG is the worlds first mechanically powered digital watch. Bearing both an analogue display at the top of the dial and digital one at the bottom, this device is solely mechanical. Clever, right? More than you think: beneath the analogue portion of the two-timezone watch is a numerical display driven by the intricate maze of 651 components. The numbers are then formed by the shifting motion of 23 cams and gears, all confined to a space no larger than the size of a matchbox. The design was released to coincide with the Geneva-based companys 15th birthday, and only 177 were ever produced in a colour selection of titanium, titanium and rubber, titanium and platinum, pink gold and red gold. Sizing up at 58mm by 48m, this isn a watch for those ...

LG U8110
When 3 pioneered 3G mobiles, there weren as many takers are projected. Instant conclusions were that video calling wouldn catch on until lots of people owned a 3G phone, which would be a long time as handsets were suit-cut-ruiningly large. Six months on and 3Gs second coming is being led by LGs U8110, no bigger than a mid-size clamshell camera ...

WATERY OR ITCHY EYES
What May Be Causing It? Watery eyes or itchy eyes are typically caused by the same underlying allergy problem as red or bloodshot eyes. Your bodys histamine reaction to the allergen pollen or other trigger causes itching and watering. Intermittent symptoms point to seasonal allergens such as tree or grass pollens; ongoing symptoms suggest the trigger is something you e exposed to throughout the year, such as dust mites, dander, or mold. How Can I Get Some Relief? Use over-the-counter allergy eye drops. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Maybe. If OTC remedies work, you can skip the doc. If the problem is chronic, see a doctor for two reasons: to get prescription medicine that will work better than OTC; and because some conditions that are not allergy-related can cause chronic watery eyes. You should be checked by an ophthalmologist an eye specialist doctor. ...

Kiehl’s Facial Fuel Anti-Wrinkle Cream
The quest for the Fountain of Eternal Youth continues with Kiehl’s Facial Fuel Anti-Wrinkle Cream, the latest concoction from the New York apothecary that still looks good for its age despite being founded all the way back in 1851. Formulated specifically for men, the easily absorbed oil-free formula is made with chestnut extract and soy, strengthening the skin and making it look firmer without the need for forehead-fixing botox injections. As befits the name “Facial Fuel”, Kiehl’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream also nourishes your skin by feeding your face with vitamins C and E as well as citrus extracts, although note that it probably doesn’t count as one of your five a day. ...

Basel
Did you know that Basel was the first town to give the public access to a museum? Basel is a centre of culture with a long tradition: it has the worlds oldest art collection open to the public since 1671, and an arts-loving population that decided by referendum to buy a number of Picassos paintings for the Kunstmuseum Museum of Fine Arts in 1967. Today, no other European city can boast such a high density of top-class museums with nearly 40 museums in an area of only 37 square kilometres. A main theatre and 25 smaller ones, up to 1,000 classical concerts as well as the first House of Literature in Switzerland round off the cultural ...

Zero tolerance for racism at EURO
The football family and anti-racism campaigners have joined forces at the start of UEFA EURO 2008™ to deliver a strong message - racist conduct, discrimination and intolerance will have no place at the tournament, or in the future. Three-week programme A key gathering in Basel brought together representatives of UEFA and the FARE Football Against Racism in Europe network for a reception featuring former footballers, administrators and non-government organisations to signal the beginning of a three-week anti-discrimination programme at UEFA EURO 2008™. The Unite Against Racism programme, run by the Football Against Racism in Europe FARE network with UEFAs backing, as well as with the support of the professional players union FIFPro, will include an advertising spot broadcast at every game - Different Languages, One Goal: No To Racism - pitch-side boards and activities with fans, culminating in high-profile activities on the field at the semi-finals in Basel and Vienna on 25 and 26 ...

Vienna
Did you know that Vienna possesses one of the most beautiful city railway networks in Europe? In the 1890s, Otto Wagner, one of Austrias most important architects, came up with the idea of making the Vienna transport system more than just a regular series of train stations - he wanted to create works of art. From the handrails to the doorknobs on the ticket booths, Wagner made sure that every minor detail was crafted to perfection. Did you know that the most elegant horses strut their stuff in the centre of Vienna? The Spanische Hofreitschule has been going since 1572 and is one of the most famous riding schools in the world. Taking its name from the Spanish Lipizzaner, a breed of horse which was ridden in the area, the school is famous for the classic riding traditions of the Hohen-Schule. The grace of the horses can be seen during morning sessions or at special gala performances, although tickets are often sold-out months in advance. Did you know that the Vienna State Opera is more ...

Exotic Rides: Lexus IS F
In the not-so-distant past, there was a time when the Toyota Motor Corporation’s amenity-laden American affiliate, Lexus, was heavily scrutinized -- not for the grade of the vehicles produced, as most car manufacturers are, but for the catalog itself. This barrage of criticism was spurred by the complete absence of a single performance model rolling off of Lexus assembly lines. Enter the Lexus Intelligent Sport series -- code name: IS. Although the first two generations of 200/300 and 250/350 were well received and a formidable foray into the arena of high-output luxury sedans, rivals like Infiniti, Mercedes, Acura, and specifically BMW were beefing up their offerings to previously unheard of proportions, putting the heat on Lexus to remain competitive. And Lexus took on the challenge with gusto -- thank the vehicular lords. If the IS 430 prototype was to serve as any indication of Lexus performance capabilities, not even that could prepare us for the unveiling of the supremely ...

Tough times reward smart thinking and sticking to a Plan
I have a strange affinity for remembering every recession this country has had since I could read. It probably wasn due to my quirky preoccupation with the news, but more so with how strongly each recession affected our family. So, as a kid I made a passionate pledge to ensure that in the future my own family wouldn suffer so stingingly from market turbulence. Theres something to be said for keeping past economies—and family financials—in mind when managing your money. Here are a few lessons from the rear-view mirror of history to keep you steady despite the markets Patagonia-like peaks and valleys: The markets gonna do what the markets gonna do. Its one thing to watch the Dow gyrate up and down every day, but why torture yourself by regularly sneaking peeks at your investment portfolio? Its like picking at a scab. Unless you e going to retire in less than five years, that tiny return or big loss you e looking at this year needs to become background noise, not cause for panic. ...

Ex-Steeler star Dwight White dies at 58
PITTSBURGH -- Dwight White, the Steel Curtain defensive end known as Mad Dog who helped lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to four Super Bowl titles in the 1970s, died Friday. He was 58. The Steelers said White died at a Pittsburgh hospital. The cause was not disclosed. The team said White was released from the hospital after having back surgery, but then was readmitted with complications. White is the second member of the original four-man Steel Curtain to die this year. Defensive tackle Ernie Holmes died Jan. 17 in a car accident in Texas. More on Dwight White: » Rooneys, Pennsylvania Gov. on White » Dwight Whites career synopsis White, a two-time Pro Bowl player, was chosen as one of the 33 members of the Steelers 75th anniversary all-time team last season. White was best known for climbing out of a hospital bed to play in the Steelers first Super Bowl victory, 16-6 over the Minnesota Vikings in 1976. White lost 18 pounds after being diagnosed with pneumonia and a lung infection, yet ...

Samsung Soul
Available exclusively from the Carphone Warehouse, the Soul marks a departure for Samsung from its usual number-based nomenclature D500, D600, U600 and so on. Whether it has “soul” is a moot point, but the U900 to use its more prosaic title has an undeniably great body: all brushed metal and just 12.9mm thick at that. As you’d expect from Samsung’s flagship handset for 2008, the Soul has some nifty tricks up its super-thin sleeve, not least its “Magic Touch” interface on which the icons change depending on whether you’re playing music or composing a text. Touch-screen interfaces will infuriate as many as they impress, but Samsung’s goes one better by vibrating when pressed, making it feel much more responsive than most. The 5-megapixel camera, meanwhile, is more than serviceable, with face recognition, anti-shake and ISO settings. The Soul also boasts fast 3.5G connectivity with download speeds of up to 7.2Mbps but alas, no WiFi, and it’s tri- rather than quad-band. But it’s about the ...

UNIQLO UT PROJECT
No risk of looking the same with over 700 unique T-shirts to choose from The UNIQLO UT project is a boon to anyone who loves cut-price High Street clothing but hates it when they see someone else wearing the same thing. Having previously collaborated with the likes of Kim Jones, this summers UT project will feature a collection of over 700 unique T-shirts, which includes designs by Eighties artists Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Haring died of AIDS-related complications at 31, but not before working with everyone from Madonna to Andy Warhol, while Basquiats work continues to influence modern artists. Japanese export UNIQLO will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of two pioneering Manga magazines with a selection of Ts. Meanwhile, the High Street chain trawled MySpace to find candidates for a ten-day transatlantic shoot to produce 200 portraits of future visionaries from London and New York. The eclectic results will be published in this months issue of UNIQLO Paper, the ...

Your Summer Fling Starts Here
Nine out of 10 women are open to friendly overtures at the beach, according to our poll of 2,257 women. So shes mostly naked and willing to engage, which helps explain why 72 percent have had a summer fling. Your game plan . . . Set Your Stage Don strut like a peacock, but if theres higher ground, stake it out so you e seen. Use a solid-colored blanket -- women subconsciously associate stripes and patterns with children, says Marc Salem, a body-language expert. Meet Her Needs Bring sunscreen, water toys, sports gear, a cooler of water bottles, and shade. Youll be a greater source of aid and comfort than the lifeguard is. Go au Naturel If it looks like you showered and gelled your hair to go to the beach, it comes across as desperate, says Brittany Besler, a surfer and former lifeguard. Don sweat your physique: 68 percent of the women polled said being confident is more important than being ripped. Wait Your Turn Don intrude while shes sunning. Instead, say hello ...

SWOLLEN OR PUFFY EYES
What May Be Causing It? Significant exposure to whatever you’re allergic to—an indoor or outdoor allergen. Typically, this is seen more when pollen season first starts and is very intense and people are getting outdoors because the weather is nicer. How Can I Get Some Relief? If your eyes are just a little puffy, allergy eye drops and an over-the-counter antihistamine like Claritin or Zyrtec sometimes will take care of the problem. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Maybe. If the over-the-counter medicines don’t clear up the puffiness or your eyes are swollen shut, yes, you need to see a doctor. Swollen shut eyes can indicate something more serious than allergies and should be evaluated by a doctor. ...

Brady recovered from Super Bowl loss, ankle injury
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady joked on Saturday about the lingering effects of his ankle injury from late last season. “The ankle feels great and I’ve been able to do pretty much everything that I normally do, the NFLs Most Valuable Player told Patriots.com following the second day of the three-day mandatory minicamp. I’m still slow, I can’t jump and I don’t lift very much. That hasn’t changed,” he said with a smile. Brady, who turns 31 in August, first injured his ankle against San Diego in the AFC Championship Game. News of the injury broke when he was first photographed in New York wearing a protective boot two weeks before the Super Bowl. Tom Brady, QB New England Patriots 2007 Statistics: Touchdowns: 50 INTs: 8 Yards: 4,806 The passing combos of Brady to Randy Moss and Wes Welker helped the Patriots go unbeaten in the regular season and two playoff games. But they were stunned in the Super Bowl by the New York Giants, 17-14. Brady says the ...

8 Kinds of Sex Every Couple Should Try
Sure, you and your guy have good sex. Ideally, you have fantastic sex, as often as possible. But theres more to a solid sex life than just straight-up great sex. A truly amazing sexual connection encompasses lots of different kinds of sex — maybe even ones you wouldn expect. After all, your relationship isn one-note, so why should your sex life be? You change, you age, and you grow as a couple in an emotional and an intellectual way, says Laura Meers, Ph.D., a psychologist in family practice in Columbus, OH. Hopefully you e growing and changing sexually too. And the more dimensions there are in a relationship in general, the more you will see those dimensions reflected in your sex life. See which kinds of sex you and your other half have hit so far. As for the ones you haven , well...you know what to do. 1. Pushing-Your-Boundaries Sex Theres nothing like the moment when you e lying naked with the man youve known and loved for a long time, panting and puffing, thinking, Wow, weve ...

John Mellencamp
Quotes Its very rock roll. I just wanted to get back to the basics. - John Mellencamp, on his album Whenever We Wanted. Biography John Mellencamp was born on October 7, 1951, in Seymour, Indiana. Suffering from spina bifida as a child, he struggled growing up, and was quite the rebellious teenager. When he was 17 years old, just six months out of high school, his girlfriend got pregnant. The couple eloped and got married in 1969 and, in 1970, his daughter was born. The young family moved to New York City, with John Mellencamp having high hopes of launching a singing career. john mellencamp releases chestnut street incident In 1976, John Mellencamp caught his first big break and was signed on to record his debut album, Chestnut Street Incident. However, to John Mellencamps dismay, he realized his name had been changed by his manager to Johnny Cougar, something he wasn consulted on. Worse yet, the album had little exposure, and his deal was dropped by the label.Then, during the ...

The Sex You Deserve
5 NEW PLACES TO DO IT On the Washer Your washing machine produces more vibration than any other appliance in your home. Problem is, most people don use it right. You should be the one with your butt on the lid. The motion will be transmitted through your pelvis, essentially turning your member into a life-size vibrator. Run a warm-water load so the top won be cold. In the Vault To really add some spice to your sex life, make a quick stop at your bank. A safe-deposit-box room is quiet, the door is locked, and theres no camera. Its a great place to make a deposit and withdraw. At Victorias Secret The best dressing rooms for sex are at Victorias Secret. Sometimes they have love seats in there. Ask the saleswoman if you can go in to make sure you like what your girlfriend is trying on. In a Beanbag Chair A beanbag chair is great for sex. You can contour it to any shape, and itll support you in ways you e not accustomed to. Doggy-style sex works great when shes on her ...

Culture & Heritage Malta
With 7,000 years of history, the Maltese Islands are steeped in culture and heritage. The Islands went through a golden Neolithic period, the remains of which are the mysterious megalithic temples dedicated to the goddess of fertility. Later on, the Phoenicians, the Carthaginians, the Romans and the Byzantines, all left their traces on the Islands. In 60 A.D. St. Paul was shipwrecked on the island while on his way to Rome and brought Christianity to Malta. The Arabs conquered the islands in 870 A.D. and left an important mark on the language of the Maltese. Until 1530 Malta was an extension of Sicily, the Normans, the Aragonese and other conquerors who ruled over Sicily also governed the Maltese Islands. It was Charles V who bequeathed Malta to the Sovereign Military Order of St. John of Jerusalem who ruled over Malta from 1530 to 1798. The Knights took Malta through a new golden age making it a key player in the cultural arena of 17th and 18th century Europe. The artistic and ...

BEST PICKUP STRATEGIES EVER
Touch Her, Then Stop Still not sure if shes interested? If youve made it to a second round of drinks, initiate contact by touching her arm several times during the next 15 minutes. Then abruptly stop all physical contact. If shes attracted to you, shell fire a few strokes your way as soon as she realizes youve stopped touching her. Touch is a very important part of courtship. If she touches you back, its a good sign. Approach the Amazon Don know how to break the ice with that gym babe? Ask her to show you how to do a particular exercise or operate a certain machine. Shell be flattered. Deliver the Perfect Compliment You e beautiful isn a compliment. Nice set of helmets isn a compliment. Compliment her on what shes made, not on what Gods made. Lovely dress, Terrific memo, Incredible insight, Great joke! And don overdo it. Once is enough. Every compliment after the first one takes away half the value of its predecessor. Bring a Fake Date If you have a great-looking ...

Papaya
Deliciously sweet with musky undertones and a soft, butter-like consistency, it is no wonder the papaya was reputably called the fruit of the angels by Christopher Columbus. Once considered quite exotic, they can now be found in markets throughout the year. Although there is a slight seasonal peak in early summer and fall, papaya trees produce fruit year round. Papayas are spherical or pear-shaped fruits that can be as long as 20 inches. The ones commonly found in the market usually average about 7 inches and weigh about one pound. Their flesh is a rich orange color with either yellow or pink hues. Inside the inner cavity of the fruit are black, round seeds encased in a gelatinous-like substance. Papayas seeds are edible, although their peppery flavor is somewhat bitter. The fruit, as well as the other parts of the papaya tree, contain papain, an enzyme that helps digest proteins. This enzyme is especially concentrated in the fruit when it is unripe. Papain is extracted to make ...

ADIDAS GRUN
Save the planet in style with the German sportswear firms new eco-friendly line As if hugging a tree wasn enough to demonstrate your green credentials, now you can wear one as well, thanks to the new adidas Grün range. Bamboo is just one of the eco-friendly fibres used by the German sportswear firm for its Made From line, which also includes clothing from hemp such as this tracksuit top, top right as well as more traditional cotton. And should you find yourself pursued by hungry pandas, a pair of Indoor Super Hi-Tops middle should help you make good your escape. All the apparel in the adidas Reground range, meanwhile, is fully biodegradable, even down to the zips - a world first from the Teutonic conservationists. Finally, the Recycled line bottom is exactly that - made from reused materials such as old tyres. At last, a way to save the planet without looking like Swampy whatever happened to him, by the way?. ...

Motorola MOTO U9
The new Motorola MOTO U9 is small, lightweight and shiny: not my usual taste in mobiles, but I was pleasantly surprised. The MOTO U9 has a clamshell design with a unique outer OLED screen hidden beneath its shiny exterior; you wouldn even know it existed until you received your first text message. What is really amazing about this outer screen is the ingenious interface that allows you to control many of the phones functions, including playing music, using touch-sensitive buttons. You can even reply to text messages using a pre-defined, customisable list of replies, all without actually opening the phone. The feature that most impressed, though, was the predictive text writing: not only does it provide suggestions for finishing words, but it also offers to complete entire sentences that you have previously written, making messaging lightning-quick. The camera is only 2 megapixels, which by todays standards is quite poor, but the phones stylish design and ultra-cool music controls ...

Top 10: Exclusive Adventures
While sprawling on a beach for two weeks with a chilled margarita is certainly preferable to a hard-day’s slog in the office, more and more of us are looking for a side portion of something a little more challenging for our vacation time. That said, just because we’re up for a little adventure Indiana Jones style, it doesn’t mean we’re prepared to skimp on creature comforts; yes, we still expect world-class customer service and five-star accommodation while we’re trekking up the side of a mountain or exploring the coral reefs deep beneath the ocean’s surface. Indeed, more companies than ever are catering to the well-heeled adventurer like ourselves, and we’ve tracked down the top 10 exclusive adventures you can book for your next stint away from the burdens of office life. Number 10 Gorillas in the MistUganda, Africa - Credit: iStockPhoto.com Uganda, East Africa Home to over 300 birds and the greatest concentration of primates in East Africa, Uganda begs to be explored. If you don’t ...

Amatokin
After 15 years of clinical research, Amatokin, the controversial stem cell based anti-ageing cream is finally available in the UK. The surprisingly light cream works by harnessing the regenerative potential of your own facial stem cells by creating the prefect cell-dividng environment - helping to rejuvenate the skins look. With a focus on tackling deep wrinkles, the cream has a noticeable plumping effect that appears to smooth over aged or sun damaged ...

Top 10: Tuner Models
You might be wondering what tuner models actually do. In short, they’re the hotties who grace the pages of auto magazines like Super Street and Import Tuner. They also appear in hot rod and dirt bike calendars, work as spokeswomen for auto part companies and can generally be seen prancing around in tiny outfits at big racing events. Unless you harbor a love of cars and their various parts, you may not have heard of some of these tuner models. Of course, some of them often cross over into other forms of modeling so there is a chance you may know them well from other areas. In any case these tuner models are the girls who we feel have made the biggest impact and turned the most heads in the tuner modeling biz. Ursula Mayes - Credit: Alexandra Wyman/WireImage.com Number 10 Ursula Mayes Ursula’s exotic look can be explained by the delicious mix of Korean, Native-American and German blood coursing through her body. In 2005, Ursula Mayes won the Miss Hot Import Nights title and since then ...

Exactly What You Might Want to Know About Omega 3
The Top 3 Omega 3 Sources You Can Find Omega 3 sources may seem elusive but the truth is you can find Omega 3 in many foods and dietary supplements. The question is which is the best one for you? I’m going to countdown the top Omega 3 sources for you, letting you know from bottom to top which ones are the best. Omega 3 Sources #2 -- Fish Fish is another great source of Omega 3 fatty acids. However, you need to be careful what fish you eat and how much of it you eat. Fish like salmon, tuna and mackerel are all rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, but they may also be high in contaminants like mercury and dioxin. However, fish like Hoki are high in Omega 3 with little risk of toxins. When looking at consuming fish for your Omega 3 sources, just be sure that you don’t ingest too many toxins along with your meals. Omega 3 Sources #1 -- Fish Oil Supplements Top on our list of Omega 3 sources is fish oil supplements. Fish oil supplements are easy to take and have effective concentrations of ...

FRED PERRY BLANK CANVAS
Dazzle your peers with Freds latest eye-catching polo collaboration Fred Perry continues to serve up eye-catching collaborations, not least their latest team-up with &Sons, the creative practice formed by stylists Simon Foxton and Nick Griffiths. Foxton is a consultant to the likes of Levis, Converse and Mandarina Duck, while Griffiths has contributed to American GQ, among others. For the spring/summer 08 Blank Canvas, Fred Perrys seventh such project, &Sons came up with these limited-edition polo shirts based, unbelievably, on actual naval camouflage patterns from the two World Wars intended to confuse rather than conceal, apparently. The Blank Canvas styles are taken from cubist designs emblazoned on British battleships designs which became known as Dazzle, for obvious reasons, and are limited to 250 each at £110 a pop. Not exclusive enough? Londons Dover Street Market has three exclusive hand-painted styles at £160 and just five of each shirt. Whatever coats your boat, as they ...

euro 2008
UEFA has announced the make-up of the expert team who will study the UEFA EURO 2008™ technical and tactical aspects in detail. Nine technicians The UEFA Technical Team at UEFA EURO 2008™ will consist of nine football technicians, all of whom have vast experience in the coaching and technical field. They will be split into two groups - one based in Switzerland and comprising Jerzy Engel Poland, György Mezey Hungary, Morten Olsen Denmark and Holger Osieck Germany. The other group will be located in Austria, and consists of FIFA Technical Director Jean-Paul Brigger Switzerland, Roy Hodgson England, Gérard Houllier France and Jozef Vengloš Slovakia. UEFA technical director Andy Roxburgh will lead the groups activities in both countries. Analysing trends The role of the UEFA Technical Team is not only to select the Carlsberg Man of the Match award winners. They will also decide on the Castrol Player of the Tournament and select the UEFA Team of the Tournament. The coaching group will ...

Addicted to your Blackberry?
Go-anywhere e-mail connectivity is a boon, and a bane Forbes.com Staff Slideshow: How to stay close to loved ones while traveling Slideshow: 10 ways to survive a workaholic spouse Slideshow: How to juggle 2 job posts Slideshow: Most annoying office habits Its nickname, CrackBerry, says it all. There is no recreational use of Research in Motions BlackBerry. It is a compulsive addiction, or you e not a user. Academic studies back up the notion. One, by David Vance, assistant professor of accounting at Rutgers-Camden university, and Nada Kakabadse, professor of management and business research at the U.K.s University of Northampton, found that a third of BlackBerry users show signs of addiction similar to alcoholics. Slideshow: Rules to Blackberry by Many companies would give a kings ransom for such customer dependency. Research in Motions quarterly results announced April 2 show that, regardless of the slowing economy, there is no letup in the demand for the companys push ...

Brown rice
In some parts of the world, the word to eat literally means to eat rice. All varieties of rice are available throughout the year, supplying as much as half of the daily calories for half of the worlds population. The process that produces brown rice removes only the outermost layer, the hull, of the rice kernel and is the least damaging to its nutritional value. The complete milling and polishing that converts brown rice into white rice destroys 67% of the vitamin B3, 80% of the vitamin B1, 90% of the vitamin B6, half of the manganese, half of the phosphorus, 60% of the iron, and all of the dietary fiber and essential fatty acids. Fully milled and polished white rice is required to be enriched with vitamins B1, B3 and iron. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Brown rice provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients ...

LB Thurman's future uncertain following indefinite suspension
NEW YORK -- Former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Odell Thurman has been suspended indefinitely by the NFL for violating its substance-abuse policy and will miss the 2008 season. Odell Thurman, OT Free agent Height: 6-0 Weight: 235 College: Georgia Experience: 1 Games/Started: 16/15 Under terms of the suspension, the free agent will not be considered for reinstatement until after the season, NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said Saturday. Its the third consecutive season Thurman will miss. Thurman was suspended by Commissioner Roger Goodell the last two seasons after he skipped a drug test, was arrested for drunken driving and failed to meet the leagues expectations for reinstatement. He was allowed to resume working out at Paul Brown Stadium in January and was fully reinstated April 21. The Bengals released him last ...

Natural Escapes - Malta
Due to the undoubtedly great advantage of fair weather average rainfall of 578mm a year and average temperature of 30C/86F during the summer months, the Maltese Islands lend themselves to outdoor activities. Away from the hustle and bustle of village cores, the Maltese Islands offer various natural spots to be explored and admired, some left almost untouched by the 20th century. Much of the countryside is dotted with the worlds oldest free-standing structures in the world, so a stroll could prove to be most interesting. The first rains after the long, hot summer brings the landscape to life with an astonishing variety of wild flowers. From mid November until mid May the Islands are green and lush with fields full of vegetables and waysides carpeted with fennel, clover, wild iris and myrtle The Islands offer walkers some of the most stunning views anywhere in the Mediterranean. The first thing to do is to decide what sort of view you prefer – dramatic cliffs plunging into waves, ...

Wanted
Whats it about? Amid the current spate of comic book adaptations, Wanted is loosely based on the graphic series by Mark Millar which sees a secret order of assassins protect an unsuspecting world from the bad guys by, er, shooting them. Why are we excited? An initial version of the script was rejected on the grounds of being too audience friendly. Cue the second, insanely violent draft by crazed Russian director Timur Bekmanbetov. It was accepted. Angelina Jolie stars as the aptly named Agent Fox, a volatile mix of guns, leather and outrageous sexiness. A winning combination indeed. When? June ...

WOODFORD RESERVE COCKTAIL
MINT JULEP 50ml Woodford Reserve Crushed ice 2 heaped teaspoons castor sugar 10-12 mint leaves HOW TO MAKE IT Pour the sugar and a splash of Woodford into a large glass preferably a julep cup. Crush the mint with the end of a rolling pin and add to the mix, followed by the ice and the remaining bourbon. Stir and garnish with sprigs of mint and a straw so short that the drink is practically a nosebag. THE VERDICT With the 134th meet taking place on 3 May, the Kentucky Derby is the longest-running event in the American sporting calendar, and the mint julep is the official beverage. Woodford Reserve is brewed in Versailles, Kentucky not France, and since 2006 has offered a limited-edition $1,000 mint julep cup, with proceeds going to charity. Containing two teaspoons of sugar, the julep tastes almost as sweet as winning - fill out your trifectas wisely and youll be able to compare the ...

L Carnitine and Acetyl L Carnitine
L Carnitine and Acetyl L Carnitine improve energy levels by burning fat as fuel. It helps regulate metabolism and reduce and normalize trigylcerides in the blood. It also helps transport long chain fatty acids into the mitochondria providing fuel for energy. L Carnitine and Acetyl L Carnitine is used to carry activated long chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane of the cell. Once inside the cell, the fat can be oxidized and its energy released. A form of carnitine, which is a substance made in the muscles and liver. It can be given as a supplement to prevent and treat carnitine deficiency in patients who are receiving chemotherapy for cancer or undergoing dialysis for kidney disease. Also called levocarnitine * a naturally occurring cell constituent that modulates fat METABOLISM, in particular the mitochondrial intake of LIPID derivatives. L-carnitine has been proposed as a treatment for WASTING SYNDROME and the MYOPATHY associated with AZT ...

EARACHE; PAIN IN EARS
What May Be Causing It? Your earache may have started as a symptom of an allergy, but pain in the ear could also mean its an infection. How Can I Get Some Relief? Don try to fix this yourself. Do I Need to See a Doctor? Yes. Pain in the ear may mean infection and needs to be treated by your doctor. ...

Fine Living: Premium Chocolates
The world of chocolate has its highs and lows, to be sure. And the solid milk-chocolate bunnies we all enjoyed as kids are fine for 7-year-olds, but your palate has evolved beyond swapping quality for quantity. While Ferrero Rocher and Godiva are fine for some, the true chocolate connoisseur knows that the best there is to offer cannot be found in any drugstore. Thankfully, gourmet chocolate is more abundant -- and more available -- in today’s market than ever before. After all, if Americans spend about $13 billion a year on chocolate, why shouldn’t we spend it on the good stuff? La Maison du Chocolat Country of origin: France Price: Truffles are around $80 per pound and boxes are as much as $200. As one of France’s finest manufacturers, there may be no other store that makes chocolate as luxurious as La Maison du Chocolat. The name says it all; it translates to The House of Chocolate. La Maison packages its chocolates in leather boxes that are fine enough for the best jewelry. ...

Samsung G800
Features more akin to top-of-the-range digital cameras can be found in Samsung’s latest, and by all admissions best, mobile phone foray. The G800 includes face recognition technology so facial features remain sharply in focus, and Wide Dynamic Range. Although this phone is packed with impressive features, the staggeringly high quality 5-megapixel camera featuring 3x optical zoom and Xenon flash is its prize selling point. If you’ve held off from buying a camera phone because of quality uncertainty, now is the time to invest. Aside from being one spectacular snapper, the G800 also offers advanced multimedia functionality. You can view and print PDF files and Microsoft Office documents as well as seamlessly syncing it with Outlook and other PC applications. Extra features like the Scheduler and currency converter make it a great investment for business-orientated users as well as budding ...

Garlic
Although garlic may not always bring good luck, protect against evil or ward off vampires, it is guaranteed to transform any meal into a bold, aromatic and healthy culinary experience. Fresh, dried and powdered garlic are available in markets throughout the year, however, fresh varieties from California are in season from June through December. Garlic is arranged in a head, called the bulb, averaging about 2 inches in height and diameter consisting of numerous small separate cloves. Both the cloves and the entire bulb are encased in paper-like sheathes that can be white, off-white or pinkish. Although garlic cloves have a firm texture, they can be easily cut or crushed. The taste of garlic is like no other-it hits the palate with a hot pungency that is shadowed by a very subtle background sweetness. While elephant garlic has larger cloves, it is more closely related to the leek and therefore does not offer the full health benefits of regular garlic. Food Chart This chart ...

Bananas
Wonderfully sweet with firm and creamy flesh, bananas come prepackaged in their own yellow jackets and are available for harvest throughout the year. The banana plant grows 10 to 26 feet and belongs to the same family as the lily and the orchid. The cluster of fruits contain anywhere from 50 to 150 bananas with individual fruits grouped in bunches, known as hands, containing 10 to 25 bananas. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Bananas provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients provided by Bananas can be found in the Food Rating System Chart. A link that takes you to the In-Depth Nutritional Profile for Bananas, featuring information over 80 nutrients, can be found under the Food Rating System Chart. * Health Benefits * Description * History * How to Select and Store * How to Enjoy * ...

Flashbacks Of A Fool
In an scene sure to delight blue-swimsuit lovers everywhere, Flashbacks Of A Fool opens with a flash of Daniel Craig’s naked form as he romps with not one but two nubile ladies, incongruously set to a soundtrack of Scott Walker’s “Jacques Brel”. But pleasures of the flesh aside, all is not well with Joe Scott Craig , a coke-snorting, wayward Hollywood actor whose age and behaviour makes him increasingly less hireable. After a heated meeting with his agent, Joe cools off in the Pacific Ocean. Cue the titular reminiscences, as the teenage Joe Harry Eden indulges in his own Seventies summer of love and eventual tragedy on the English coast, set to a toe-tapping soundtrack of Bowie and Roxy Music. Penned by writer/director Baillie Walsh for his friend Craig several years BB Before Bond, there’s a delicious irony in watching the latter send up the leading man reputation he now enjoys. Flashbacks has its flashes of brilliance, not least the scene in which the young Joe and his first love ...

Signs You Don't Want The Job
You’ve heard it all before: When you have a job interview it’s important to come on time, dress right and project a positive attitude. What people always seem to forget, however, is that it’s crucial that you also use this opportunity to get a sense of your potential employer. After all, what good is an offer from a company you’d desperately want to leave after just a few days? The next time you embark on an interview for employment, make sure you watch for these signs you don’t want the job. The interview takes place off-site Obviously, if you’re applying for a field position abroad or in a different city, chances are the interview will have to occur in a public place. However, if the company has a local office and the interviewer still insists on meeting you at a bar or a restaurant, you should consider it one of the signs you don’t want the job. Some employers resort to this practice when they’re trying to hide something about the office environment, while others use the casual ...

Accommodation
The UEFA EURO 2008™ Accommodation Agency provides teams, officials, the tournament organizers and their commercial partners, broadcasters and the media with the best possible accommodation during the tournament in Austria and Switzerland. Online Booking for Individual Visitors The UEFA EURO 2008™ Accommodation Agency now also offers all individual visitors the possibility to book hotels through an online booking system. The UEFA EURO 2008™ Accommodation Agency clearly states that this is not a complete offer featuring all host cities but a selected choice of hotels where excess capacities exist. Booking procedure Reservations can only be handled through the online hotel booking system. Reservations can not be handled by phone, fax or email. The UEFA EURO 2008™ Accommodation Agency does not offer any tickets and/or packages. » On-line booking UEFA EURO 2008™ Accommodation Agency Route de St-Cergue 9 CH-1260 Nyon 1 Switzerland t +43 1 319 62 94 f +43 1 319 11 ...

About DRACULA-TRANSILVANYA
FICTION Vlad Tepes /vlad tzepesh/, the prince of the Wallachia the southern part of todays Romania, known in legends as Dracula, has fascinated and continues to fascinate the whole world. Vlad Draculas tumultuous life as well as the harshness of his punishments entered long lasting legends that were immediately spread all over Europe, first in Romanian and Slavonic and then in German, the latter being most exaggerated. Most of these legends are scareful stories presenting the hero as a fair but very cruel man. So his fame was very much amplified by the people imagination. His life and unbelievable actions tempted many writers. A real fashion of Dracula the vampire voievode, books, was born, with great success, being printed edition after edition, in millions of copies. The subject was over taken noisily in cinematography in more than a hundred movies, awaking in film fans a vivid curiosity. The action of the books and movies about Dracula vampire is placed in Transylvania, for many ...

Golfing With The Boss
Sooner or later, youll find yourself strolling the fairways with the very man you spend 51 hours a week trying to avoid: your boss. These tips will help you be an engaging, affable golf partner whos still employed after the back nine. Do you suck? If you usually spray drives onto adjacent highways, warn your boss beforehand or itll be an annoying surprise. Two things will help you stay respectable. First, use a 3-wood on tee shots; its easier to hit straight than a driver. Second, when gauging a putt, mime tossing the ball into the hole; then swing the putter the same distance you moved your arm. Don spare him Lousy golfers despise weenies who show their pity by underplaying, so don worry about coddling his ego. Go out there to tear him up. He won respect you unless you try to beat him. Skip the shop talk. Don start jabbering about your lucrative new account, or anything else pertaining to the salt mine, unless your boss does. He might want this day on the links to be R&R, not ...

GMC Acadia SLT AWD
Listen up. GMC, which dates to 1909, was formerly GMC Truck - appropriate, since thats what this General Motors division made: trucks and buses. The story goes back even farther, to the Rapid Motor Vehicle Company, one of Americas first commercial-vehicle concerns, established in 1901 by Max Grabowsky and sold to GM in 1909. So if you sort of forgot about GMCs dropping the Truck part on becoming part of the Greater Pontiac Co-Prosperity Sphere in 1996, don worry. We did, too. CarAndDriver.comIn any case, the change was fortuitous, because the Acadia is not a truck. Not in the traditional body-on-frame truck sense. It looks sorta like a truck, and the EPA calls it a truck, but the bones are front-drive unibody. They call it the Lambda architecture, designed for GMs big new front-drive utility vehicles. The result is one of those new-breed rides we call crossovers - neither car nor truck, and a first for GMC. Related Links * * * * * * * * * * ...

Apples
The warm scent and flavor of baking apples is a sure sign that fall is just around the corner. In the Northern Hemisphere apples are in season from late summer to early winter. However, many varieties are available year round because they have been either kept in cold storage or imported from the Southern Hemisphere. Apples are crisp, white-fleshed fruits with red, yellow or green skin. They range in taste from moderately sweet and refreshing to pleasantly tart depending on the variety. The apple is a member of the rose family, with a compartmentalized core that classifies it as a pome fruit. Food Chart This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Apples provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients provided by Apples can be found in the Food Rating System Chart. A link that takes you to the In-Depth Nutritional Profile for Apples, ...

Fine Living Top 10: Steaks
he best steaks aren’t always the top-dollar buys in the worlds finest restaurants. While Kobe and Wagyu beef are excellent, they have their share of competitors. Look for restaurants who obviously go above and beyond in their attention to detail. Do they age on the premises, for example? And who selects the cuts of meat for sale? The finest steaks are those that are aged, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Number 10 Prime Porterhouse Metropolitan Steak House, Seattle, WA Metropolitan’s main focus is on prime beef and the restaurant has built its reputation on delivering the best of the classic cuts: filet mignon, New York peppercorn steak, porterhouse, and Delmonico. Chefs here personally select each cut that will be served and choose only the best corn-fed USDA prime meat that has been dry-aged. The meat is then seared over high heat using imported mesquite charcoal -- the Iron Wood of the world. Metropolitan’s prime porterhouse is a combination of the best, most tender and ...

Bears RB Benson charged with driving while intoxicated
HOUSTON -- Cedric Bensons rocky tenure with the Chicago Bears got murkier Saturday after the running backs arrest on drunken-driving charges in Austin, his second arrest in just more than a month. Cedric Benson, RB Chicago Bears Height: 5-11 Weight: 220 College: Texas Experience: 3 Games/Started: 35/12 Bears officials said they would treat the matter seriously. Bensons attorney said the former Texas star had had a few drinks with dinner but didn think he was intoxicated and cooperated with police. Still, attorney Sam Bassett acknowledged, Hes probably in trouble with his team for breaking curfew and having anything to drink under the circumstances. Authorities said Benson was arrested early Saturday after he failed a field sobriety test. The former first-round draft pick was charged with driving while intoxicated and released on bond. The arrest comes a month after Benson was charged with boating while intoxicated and resisting arrest. He has said neither charge is true, and ...