The Connecticut medical examiner has asked scientists to analyze the DNA of Adam Lanza, the 20-year-old who killed 27 people, including his mother, two classrooms full of small children and teachers, before killing himself on Dec. 14.
Investigators hope that …
Monday, December 31, 2012
In Indian student's gang rape, murder, two worlds collide
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - One of hundreds of attacks reported in New Delhi each year, the gang rape and murder of a medical student caught Indian authorities and political parties flat-footed, slow to see that the assault on a private bus had come to symbolize an epidemic of crime against women. 
LG details LCD, plasma HDTV lineup for 2013: 4K, Miracast, NFC, WiDi and more
As LG continues its slew of CES pre-announcements, it's revealed details about the new HDTVs it will be showing off in Las Vegas next week. Predictably, they include three lines of plasma models (fewer than previous years, but still kicking) in 42- to 60-inch sizes, and new LCD HDTVs in various levels of trim and sizes from 22-inches up to 60-inches. Most notably, this year all of its new LCDs are LED, as it's kicked the old CCFL tech to the curb. LG has already detailed upcoming changes for its voice/gesture Magic Remote control and a couple of Google TV models, however other new features for 2013 include an "On Now" recommendation system that learns what you watch and offers relevant selections from live TV and video on-demand services. Expect new tie-ins to be announced with both streaming and local TV providers to help fill out the selection around the world.
Hardware-wise, new feature boxes checked this year include NFC, thanks to a new "Tag On" sticker smartphones and other devices can easily pair with. Getting content from mobile devices to the display will also be easier thanks to Miracast and WiDi support, and MHL ports will be readily available as well. LG's FPR 3D tech isn't going anywhere, and Smart TV features should be speedier than ever thanks to CPUs with a promised 120 percent speed boost, and 300 percent faster GPUs. As seen in the pics, the design has also been altered slightly with a new stand that both swivels and rolls, plus a reduced bezel size.
If you're looking for the latest and greatest however, LG will be showing off the 84-inch Ultra HD 4K set it just started shipping and the 55-inch OLED display we're waiting for. No word yet on shipping dates or price for any of the new models, but as we surmised from LG Display's plans, we should see a couple of 55- and 65-inch Ultra HD TVs appear before the year is out. There's a couple more pictures of the new HDTVs in the gallery plus a press release with all the details after the break. Beyond that, HD Guru has a model-by-model breakdown of the available information -- we'll check back with our in-person impressions in a few days.
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Former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader now working towards MMA career
Rachel Wray has thrown aside her pom-pons for four-ounce gloves. The former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader is trying MMA.
Wray was a cheerleader and dancer through high school and at Arkansas before heading to Kansas City to cheer for the Chiefs. She originally started working out at Title Boxing as a way to keep in shape for dancing, then started training at High-Davis MMA. There, she worked with WEC veteran L.C. Davis and Strikeforce fighter Jason High.
Wray says she knows people are surprised that she would give up cheerleading for fighting, but she loves it.
Everyone says "I would never expect you to be a fighter. Being a cheerleader fits you more," or�"Why would you give up cheerleading to roll around with sweaty boys?" Well, I have never enjoyed working out so much in my life. I love fighting and am having so much fun with it. �I want to be an inspiration to other girls out there that want to fight but don't
think they can.
Wray won her amateur debut with a second-round TKO. As the UFC's women's bantamweight division shows, opportunities for female athletes are growing. MMA will continue to see more unexpected women get in the cage.
How to Figure Out What You Really Want
Sounds simple, right? In order to live a happy and successful life, you have to figure out what it is that you actually want. Unfortunately, though, coming up with the answer isn't nearly as simple as it sounds! However, it can be done. Here's how.
Know and Identify Common Types of Basement Mold
Mold is a very common occurrence and many a times is only found after extensive damage is done. Many times people notice that their mold treatment is not working and have to then invest more to get rid of it later. This article helps to identify the common types of mold so that they can be treated effectively.
Bedroom Interior Design And The Little Things You Might Not Have Thought Of
Does your bedroom need a makeover? Do you want to redo the interior design of your bedroom but you're just not sure of what direction to go in? Find out why it's the little things in life that make for a great bedroom interior design.
Why Justin Bieber and Demi Lovato Are So Obsessed With "Haters"
I keep seeing stars lashing out at their "haters." Like Demi Lovato yelling at her haters on Twitter and Justin Bieber talking about them on stage. Why do they care so much about strange...Sunday, December 30, 2012
Qatar Airways, Gulf Air awarded Saudi aviation licences
RIYADH (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Civil Aviation has awarded carrier licenses to Gulf Air and Qatar Airways, the Saudi state news agency reported on Friday, the first foreign airlines to win such a license in the kingdom.
Kate Middleton Pregnant With Twins? Here's Which One Would Get the Throne, and When
Much is being made at this hour about twins in the royal family. After all, the poor mother-to-be Kate Middleton has been struck with a condition called hyperemesis gravadarum. Also known as...Daron Rahlves Rips The Chugach - Behind The Line Season 5 Episode 5
In season 5 episode 5 of Teton Gravity Research's web series Behind The Line Daron Rahlves joins the TGR crew in the mountains of Alaska after years of racing with the US ski team. With three seasons of big mountain riding under his belt, Daron continues to impress the crew with his catlike reflexes and knack for recovering in hairy situations. Behind The Line is a series that features a unique line, jump, or session from the filming of Teton Gravity Research's 2012 ski and snowboard film, The Dream Factory. Watch as athletes take a look back at these insane moments and discuss them, providing an in-depth look Behind The Line of The Dream Factory. Watch More Episodes: http://www.tetongravity.com/videos/series/behind-the-line-season-5-195.htm Order The Dream Factory: http://shop.tetongravity.com/teton-gravity-research-the-dream-factory-blu-ray-dvd-film.aspx
Pharmacy tied to fungal meningitis outbreak files for bankruptcy
The compounding pharmacy blamed for 620 infections and 39 deaths in an outbreak of fungal meningitis and other infections caused by contaminated drugs filed for bankruptcy Friday, and pledged to establish a fund to compensate victims.
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Crisp and Cool Outside, Warm and Cozy Inside!
Now that the weather is turning chilly, it's time to consider taking steps to make sure your power bill doesn't give you sticker shock! While there are many things to consider, let's start with some simple basics to keep your costs in line while making sure you stay nice and cozy.
True Definition of Foam Insulation R-Value
The truth about what insulation R-value measures and what it does not measure. Also, the effectiveness of different types of insulation.
Jennifer Aniston & Justin Theroux Catch Some Rays With Their Friends
You can tell just from looking at these pictures that Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux have already gotten some color from the sun. Now, they’re relaxing with their guests so their guests can catch up! Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, and … Continue reading �
Saturday, December 29, 2012
Quality Wrought Iron Work for Your Home's Decoration
Among the many ways to decorate your home nowadays, wrought iron remains an impressive and reliable method for really getting good results that impress those who look at your home. It does take a lot of craftsmanship to come up with a good design in this line of work though, especially if you've got more special needs such as a larger home to cover, or perhaps you want some unique designs for all the iron elements covering the house. What exactly are some useful applications of high-grade wrought iron products though?
Bruised by Romney criticism, Bain Capital thanks investors
(Reuters) - Bain Capital LLC, the private equity firm co-founded by defeated presidential candidate Mitt Romney, thanked its investors on Thursday for their support and patience over the last year as it confronted "political hyperbole and distortion."
Is Fergie Taking Time for a Baby? Maybe!
Unlike Beyonc� and Jessica Simpson, Fergie doesn't seem to have a bun in the oven yet, but she is open to offspring soon.
The singer hit Avon Foundation's awards gala last...So you find certain words annoying? Whatever
NEW YORK (Reuters) - "You know," "whatever" is a really annoying term -- "like" "you know." We're "just sayin'." 
Boombot REX ? Colorful Bluetooth speakers with portable style
Boombotix is a San Francisco based company who originally started developing portable speakers for urban cyclists as an alternative to headphones. They currently have a Kickstarter project for a new speaker called the Boombot REX. The REX is an ultraportable 2.1 speaker system with a rugged ABS plastic body and a built in noise canceling [...]
Take a closer look at Benson Henderson?s win over Nate Diaz (VIDEO)
Take a closer look at UFC on Fox 5's main event through Fuel TV's Fight Flashback. It shows how champion Benson Henderson and challenger Nate Diaz prepared moments before their fight, as well as different angles of the bout. Nick Diaz, Nate's brother and also a UFC fighter, winces as he watches his brother get kicked. You'll also hear advice from both men's corners, including Henderson's saying, "You know why he's talking, right?"
You can also see the same treatment for other bouts on the card here.
Insight welcomes skater Alex Schmidt to the team
Our favorite purveyors of the strange, Insight Clothing, are pleased to announce the newest addition to their team of board-skaters: San Diegan Alex Schmidt. Born in Leucadia, Alex now resides in the "Williamsburg of the West": Echo Park in Los Angeles.
He is known for a smooth street skate style, and aside from his prowess on a board, he's also got quite the eye for photography. Look for more imagery of or by Alex on Insight's site in the coming weeks. In the meantime here is..
He is known for a smooth street skate style, and aside from his prowess on a board, he's also got quite the eye for photography. Look for more imagery of or by Alex on Insight's site in the coming weeks. In the meantime here is..
Tips And Tricks For Your iPad
Apple have designed the iPad to be easy to use, in fact even a two year old can use this device without any problems whatsoever. This makes it a very attractive option for people who are used to using an iPhone or for those who are not. However, there are still a few things about the device that do need a little bit of explaining. Soft Reset Explained: Although the iPad is pretty robust in so far as there are [...]
Friday, December 28, 2012
Embracing the True Power of the Prophetic
Whenever a manufacturer gets his engineers to work on a project, he always has an agenda or a purpose for the car or product in mind. Lets use cars for example. Some cars were just designed to be mean and tough, and handle the hard yakka.
When Christians Are Called Extremists It Is Good to Examine What This Means Because We Ought To Be!
It has to be confessed. "We are". Comments were made regarding the "Challenger 4" bus team being 'extremists'. Well, we are, or ought to be. The comments were far more accurate than the commentator may have realised. If you are going to reach out to the community with a powerful team filled with the Holy Spirit, one cannot expect to get off without serious antagonism and criticism. We seek to follow an 'extreme' Jesus, who was, and is, extremely loving, gracious, merciful, and forgiving. He suffered extreme humiliation and pain, and when on the cross, Jesus said, "Father, forgive them because they do not know what they are doing". Is that not an extreme reaction to the wickedness of men? In many nations today, Christians are receiving extreme persecution, simply as a consequence of following Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
String Theory
I sat around a table with about a dozen international people ranging from their late teens to their early thirties. I was the only American and I was having dinner with some new found friends in the south of France. We took turns going around the table briefly describing the lives that we had left behind in our own countries and that what was waiting for us upon our return.
We want your UFC 155 picks
UFC 155 is just over a week away, so it's time to start making your picks. Do you want your picks to show up on Cagewriter? Cool. We want the same. Here's how it works:
1. Check out the UFC 155 main card:
Junior dos Santos vs. Cain Velasquez - for heavyweight title
Joe Lauzon vs. Jim Miller
Tim Boetsch vs. Constantinos Philippou
Alan Belcher vs. Yushin Okami
Derek Brunson vs. Chris Leben
Leonard Garcia vs. Max Holloway
2. Pick a fight, and head to Cagewriter's Facebook page.
3. Tell us who will win, how they'll win it, and why. The why is important. Don't forget it.
We'll pick a few predictions per fight, and run them here with picks from Kevin Iole and me. It will be a yabba-dabba do good time.
Brad Pitt's Mom Buys $130 Bible As Gift For Brad And Angelina's Wedding
In Touch can exclusively reveal that Brad Pitt's mom, Jane Pitt, has purchased a Bible as a wedding gift to her son and future daughter-in-law, a contentious decision as Angelina has never declared a faith, and has even taught Buddhism to her son Maddox.
?It was a special wedding gift,? Kris Burnett, the salesperson who sold Jane the Bible, tells In Touch. ?We prayed with Brad?s mom and sister over the Bible, asking the Lord to lead the way in Brad and Angelina?s life.?
The Bible, purchased at Mardel Christian & Education, cost about $130 and had the name "Angelina" embossed on the cover.
And according to therapist Dr. Paul Hokemeyer (who does not treat the couple), Jane?s Bible gift sends a strong message. ?The purpose of a gift is to honor the recipient, not to push an agenda,? he tells In Touch. ?By giving Angelina a Bible, Jane is invalidating Angelina through passive-aggressive behavior. It?s subtle, destructive and will corrode Jane?s relationship with her future daughter-in-law.?
The Landscape Design Process: A Step By Step Guide for Homeowners
Landscaping increases the value of your home and provides you with years of enjoyment. Whether you plan to install yourself or have your landscaping installed by professionals, a plan is vital to ensure successful results. If you choose a professional landscape designer, there are several steps you can take to prepare for your initial meeting. These steps will help you organize your thoughts for any landscape project from new home construction to a re-design of an existing landscape.
Orangeries and Conservatories - What Is the Difference?
With recent product developments in the Orangeries and Conservatories industry there has been a blurring in the definition of what constitutes an Orangery, and what is the definition of a Conservatory. This article will guide you through the differences, and what the implications are when it comes to Planning and Building Regulations. It will also introduce a new product that gives the benefits of an Orangery, but at a conservatory cost.
How To Install Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets are enclosed structures used to store various materials. They come in different styles, size and designs and can be placed in any room in the house for convenience.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
How Important Is to Get Window Glass Replacement Contractor
Now it's hard time to replace window glass or maybe it's time to have new storm windows fitted and built. Either way, it's most important to find a highly experienced contractor to do any sort of home glass repair.
Duke Bowl History
Record: 3-6Dec. 27, 2012 Belk Bowl_Cincinnati 48, Duke 34 Jan. 2, 1995 Hall of Fame Bowl_Wisconsin 34, Duke 20 Dec. 28, 1989 All American Bowl_Texas Tech 49, Duke 21 Jan. 2, 1961 Cotton Bowl_Duke 7, Southern Cal 6 Jan. 1, 1958 Orange Bowl_Oklahoma 48, Duke 21 Jan. 1, 1955 Orange Bowl_Duke 34, Nebraska 7 Jan. 1, 1945 Sugar Bowl_Duke 29, Alabama 26 Jan. 1, 1942 Rose Bowl_Oregon St. 20, Duke 16 Jan. 2, 1939 Rose Bowl_Southern Cal 7, Duke 3
How To Control Your Domestic Heating Oil Costs
With winter upon us, many people are starting to worry about the cost of heating their homes. However, with just a little preparation and some effort, it is possible to considerably reduce your heating system costs, and keep them down. Let me explain.
Bantamweight champ Dominick Cruz reinjured his knee, so Renan Barao will face Michael McDonald
UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz has suffered a major setback in his recovery from a torn ACL. He explained on "UFC Tonight" that the cadaver ligament that replaced his torn ligament was not completely healed when he reinjured his knee the day after Thanksgiving. He had surgery less than a week later, and will likely not be able to return to fighting until late 2013.
He was emotional when talking about how he reacted when he found out he would be unable to fight for an even longer time than he thought. His last bout was an Oct. '11 win over current flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson.
"The only way I can explain my emotions is to people out there who don't have to rely on their body for their money and their career is to say is the closest thing is when you've been dumped by the girlfriend you've been with for years and you love her, or something like that. Or if you lose a family member. I felt like I lost a family member."
Though the UFC has not talked about stripping him of the belt, he knows that the bantamweight division must keep moving in order to stay strong.
"It means everything to me to have [the belt], but I'm here to build the 135-lb. division. I have to look at myself as part of the bantamweight business. That being said, the bantamweight division has other fighters in it. It has to keep growing."
The interim belt, put in place to keep the division from being stagnant in Cruz's absence, will keep on keeping on. Interim champ Renan Barao will put his belt on the line against Michael McDonald in 2013. A date and place has not been set for the bout.
Forrest Griffin has no intention to lose to a man in pink tights
Forrest Griffin talked to UFC.com about his UFC 155 bout with Phil Davis. The original "The Ultimate Fighter" winner is 2-1 in his last three fights, and has no intentions of dropping a bout to someone who wear pink shorts, like Davis has since UFC 112.
"I really don't want to beat up by a guy in pink tights," Griffin said. He also talked about Davis' nickname of Mr. Wonderful.
"I don't know the origin story behind it. Maybe there's a comic book that explains that it's really powerful. Maybe there's a nuclear material that turned his shorts pink. I don't know that."
Davis wears pink shorts in honor of breast cancer survivors. Several women close to him have battled the disease, and he spoke about how the shorts have prompted people affected by breast cancer to share their stories.
"As soon as people recognize me as the guy with the pink shorts in support of breast cancer awareness, they feel compelled to share their story," he said.
"Sometimes it's about their mom or sister who beat breast cancer, but that's not always the case. Sometimes, it's not a happy ending. But the whole point is to raise awareness and have people open up and tell you little pieces of their lives ? it's all about showing support."
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