Dell unveils new range of computers

Dell’s acquisition of Alienware all those years ago does not seem to have hampered the latter’s build quality and performance, as the company has just announced a new range of Alienware computers that will satisfy most, if not all who are into the world of high performance computers.

In fact, the new fleet of high performance gaming machines from Alienware will comprise of four factory overclocked liquid-cooled desktop systems as well as what is touted to be “the most powerful 15″ gaming laptop” in the universe – no wonder aliens from Jupiter can’t contact us – they don’t have the technology to do so! Built by Dell and Alienware teams, these new machines will sport the latest technologies, aggressive designs and unmatched customization and personalization. We’ll take a brief look at each of these machines right after the jump.
Alienware M15x – The most powerful 15″ gaming laptop in the universe, where it will feature a mobile Core i7 processor that debuted recently, accompanied by a 1GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M GPU and is able to carry up to 8GB DDR3 1333MHz memory. With those specifications, you’re able to crank out framerates on the go like nobody’s business – just make sure to remain within reach of a power outlet if you plan to get plenty of gaming time in on your travels. Prices start from $1,499 upwards.
As for the Alienware Aurora and Aurora ALX, the former is the most upgradeable Aurora to date while the latter is the most powerful MicroATX desktop from the Alienware stable ever. Both of them will be powered by the new Intel Core i7 processor, where you can opt for the Extreme Edition 3.6GHz overclocked processor if you have the dough. Features include dual 1GB ATI Radeon HD 5870 graphics cards, up to 24GB DDR3 1333MHz memory or 12GB DDR3 1600MHz memory and a maximum of 2TB of hard drive storage space. Despite cramming all that in, you will see that they’re pretty happy in a compact, MicroATX chassis with prices starting from $1,299 upwards.
The Alienware Area-51 and Area-51 ALX will target extreme gamers and tech enthusiasts who want nothing but the best. These lines will boast factory overclocked Intel Core i7 processors of up to 3.86GHz for peak performance at all times. Other features include dual NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295 graphics cards, up to 12GB DDR3 memory clocked at 1333MHz or 1600MHz, cable-free hard drive bays and RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 configurations. Expect to fork out at least $1,999 for the most basic model.
Last but not least is the Alienware M17x laptop that will sport the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4870 in either single or ATI CrossFireX configurations, allowing you to achieve another 145% increase in graphical performance.

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Cars You Can't Drive in the U.S.

From the boons of Ford's assembly line and Eisenhower's interstate highway system to the banes of suburban sprawl and oil dependence, U.S. history is closely tied to the automobile. But that doesn't mean Americans are privy to any ride they want. Carmakers like BMW, Ford, and Volkswagen design and manufacture all kinds of vehicles for consumers in different countries with separate needs and budgets. Here, gaze on internationally released cars you're unlikely to see in U.S.
showrooms any time soon.

1. Alfa Romeo Brera

Designer: Giorgetto Giugiaro
Available: Europe

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Famed Italian carmaker Pininfarina added some flair to this sporty two-door coupe. It has the front end of an old-school muscle car, but the lines and hatchback give it a more modern look.

2. Artega GT

Designer: Henrik Fisker
Available: Europe

Designed by the man who cooked up the Aston Martin V8 Vantage and the BMW Z8 , this sports car takes its cues from classic Ferrari and Porsche shapes. Its carbon-fiber reinforced body keeps the vehicle light and quick.

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3. BMW E61 M5 Touring

Designer: Chris Bangle
Available: Europe

BMW isn't known for wagons in America, but that would undoubtedly change if the M5 Touring crossed the pond. The design retains pared down elegance of a traditional BMW, while long, smooth lines and even proportions lend a sharp, tasteful look.

4. Citroën C3 Picasso

Designers: Donato Coco and Jean-Pierre Ploué
Available: Europe


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This perky supermini still has room to boast with its four doors and giant hatch. The curvy window, fenders, and head lamps are pure European design.

5. Ford Ka

Designer: Claude Lobo
Available: Britain, Latin America

The name Ford doesn't usually conjure images of tiny cars, but the Ka is an exception. Its designer said he was inspired by the original Mini.

6. Tata Nano

Designer: Girish Wagh, Justin Norek, Pierre Castinel
Available: India

Forget air conditioning, power steering, bells, or whistles; this very affordable machine, which currently costs around $2,500, is all about getting from point A to point B.

7. HSV Grange

Available: Australia

A full-size luxury sedan, the Grange is Australia's answer to BMW's 740i or Audi's S8. Its clean lines, LED tail lights, and understated spoiler are powerful but not flashy.

8. Lancia Delta

Designer: Lancia Centro Stile
Available: Europe

The Delta blends luxury stylings with the low, sleek body of a family hatchback. The rounded sidelines and trunk reflect traditional European car design.

9. Lotus Europa S

Designer: Russell Carr
Available: Europe

This is one of the few Lotus models not to make it to the U.S. With its stealth side air intakes, low overall height, large rims, and concave hood, the sports car reeks of speed.

10. Mini Cooper D

Designer: Frank Stephenson
Available: Europe, Australia

This is the classic Mini Cooper, which is available in the U.S., but a diesel version, which is not.

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Surprising Jobs that Pay $25 an Hour

Career websites typically compile a listing of jobs that pay $25 an hour. The list of professions -- and the career training you need to pass the muster of recruiters -- can be daunting. But you don't necessarily need a post-graduate degree to qualify for a job that pays several hundred dollars a day.

While it may be true that helicopter pilots, high-tech administrators, and civil engineers earn $25 an hour or more, so do many other professionals in careers that require only an associate or bachelor's degree to leap onto the playing field.

Of course, you add to your hourly earnings by continuing your education, taking certification courses or advanced degrees that ultimately boost on-the-job responsibilities along with earnings.

Seven careers you might have overlooked paid workers $25 an hour in 2008, meaning you may be able to earn more performing the same role today. These 2008 salaries may also rise by the time you complete an online degree or career training program to pursue future job openings. Let's look at the education you'll need to land a job:

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician
Companies that design, test, and sell electrical and electronics devices need professionals to staff their labs. You won't need a master's degree in engineering to earn good wages. Most engineering technicians complete associate degrees in engineering at trade schools or community colleges to prepare for the field. In 2008, the mean hourly wage for engineering technicians was $25.96, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Human Resources Recruiter
In many cases, you can earn more an hour placing people in jobs than the salaries they'll receive when hired. That's what you call economic irony. And, if you remain in your human resources (HR) job, you may be able to build a hefty network and open your own personnel consulting company. To get going, enroll in an associate's or bachelor's degree program in business or human resources. In 2008, HR recruiters took home $25.90 an hour.

Paralegal or Legal Assistant
Attorneys that represent clients in local, state, and federal courts are swamped with research and paperwork duties. Hence, jobs for paralegals are expected to grow by 22 percent during the 2006-2016 decade. You can prepare by attending an online associate's or bachelor's degree program in paralegal studies. In 2008, paralegals earned just below $25 an hour ($23.46). However, top earners took home $73,450 for the year, making this a solid investment in a two-year education.

Respiratory Therapist
Breathe easy. Depending on the employer, many a respiratory therapist can land a job with as little as a two-year degree. More often, however, hospitals are looking for a bachelor's or master's degree to advance in the profession. All states require licensing. Job openings are projected to grow by 19 percent from 2006-2016. In 2008, respiratory therapists earned $25.55 an hour.

Police Officer
The physical requirements for a police officer's job are now legendary, thanks to the entertainment media. But with most agencies requiring new recruits to take departmental training, the baseline classroom training provided by an online associate's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice can greatly improve your chances of landing a job. In 2008, police officers and sheriff's deputies earned $25.39 and hour. And that's not counting shift differential compensation or overtime.

Advertising Sales Agent
With Americans becoming more cautious about their spending, companies are relying more than ever on well-placed advertising. Advertising sales agents take jobs with agencies, media companies, and corporate promotions departments. If you love closing a deal and being compensated for it, then enroll in an undergraduate degree program in advertising, journalism, public relations, business, communications, or new media. In 2008, advertising sales agents took home $25.56 an hour.

Interior Designer
More than 25 percent of all interior designers are self-employed. You're the boss and set your own hours. Jobs for the other 75 percent of working interior designers are predicted to rise by 19 percent during the 2006-2016 decade. You can prepare for the role by enrolling in an associate's or bachelor's degree program at a college or professional trade school. Or shoot for the stars and take classes in interior set design to work in the entertainment industry. Hourly pay for interior designers in 2008 averaged $24.53, just below the $25/hr mark.


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Americas Best Dance Crew Season 4 Winner

Last night was the season 4 finale, of “America’s Best Dance Crew.” And after weeks and weeks, of watching some of the most amazing dance crews battle it out, whilst busting their moves, it was down to the winner being announced.

And according to danceruniverse.com, it was “We Are Heroes,” that got crowned the season 4 winners, making it the first time in “America’s Best Dance Crew” history, that an all-girl crew has won the dance championship.

The final two dance crews were We Are Heroes and Afroborike. But America voted We Are Heroes as their best dance crew on Sunday night. They delivered great performances throughout the show, proving that an all-girl crew can win.

Do you think the right dance crew won?

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Karaoke Tube

I was so excited when I heard there was a site that turned YouTube videos into karaoke magic. KaraokeTube! (http://karaoketube.vipinnova.com/) Imagine my weekend! I thought, dreaming of belting Mariah Carey and Christina Aguilera jams out to my heart's content as a record exec walks by my apartment, decides he should sign me and I become a super star and travel the world, yada yada yada…

But my dreams were squashed immediately upon visiting the site. Enjuto Mojamuto 2×13 – "El Musical"? The Killers- "Somebody Told Me"? Els Pets – "Bon dia"? What kind of songs do they think I want to sing? This isn't karaoke, this is my weird roommate from college's "studying" playlist. No thanks. Plus, the database didn't have any Britney Spears or Lady Gaga songs in it.

But- but- but- what was I going to do now? I was so disappointed. Where would I find karaoke videos ever again on the web? How would I sing? How would I get famous and get one of those limos with a pool in the back of it!?!?!

Oh, yeah. I can get karaoke songs right on YouTube. Like, thousands of them. How did I forget that?
Phew. That was a close one.

http://www.comedycentral.com/tosh.0/2009/09/24/karaoke-tube/

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Useful Online Alarm Clock

Useful Online Alarm Clock Does What It’s Supposed To Do

Today I had to wake up earlier cause I had to do something that required more attention. Well, I failed to do that probably because I was very tired from last night. So I decided to look for an online alarm clock that would ring loud enough to wake me up when I really need to get up very early in the morning. I found some very interesting alarm clock online websites that also give you the opportunity to choose from several sounds.
First of all you should setup your speakers as loud as possible, meaning enough to wake you up and to keep the rest of the family in the dreamland. The first one is called Klokoo, the online alarm clock that allows you to choose between a rooster sound, bip bip sound, electro, hip hop, rock, trance, and French songs. You just have to set the date, hours, minutes, seconds, click “set the alarm clock” and that’s it. If you don’t want the alarm to go off then just click “stop the alarm.” What’s great is that the website provides you a feed so that you can read the latest news when you wake up. The feed consists of Digg.com popular stories, but you can add your preferred RSS feed.
The other website that I found is called Kuku Klok. It sounds a little bit racist, but once you go past prejudices then you can set the clock to wake you at at any hour you want and you can choose and preview sounds like cockerel, classic clock, electronic, slayer guitar, and military trumpet.
It’s your call which one to choose!

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Bundle of Joy 19.2 Pound baby

Attention moms! Can we have your attention please? To everyone who likes to brag about giving birth to 8, 9, even 10-lb. babies, we advise you keep quiet around Ani from Indonesia. The woman recently delivered a 19.2-lb. bruiser, the heaviest newborn ever recorded in the country.

Ani's epic delivery scored a lot of attention in the Search box. After the "Today" show ran a segment and Al Roker and Matt Lauer made some lighthearted jokes, lookups on "19 pound baby," "indonesian baby," and "heaviest baby ever" all spiked immediately.

And pictures? Oh my, the baby's pictures were also hugely popular. Queries for "19 pound baby photos" jumped from nil into the thousands, and photos within Yahoo! News are drawing big clicks. Not surprisingly, the baby is said to require "near constant feeding."

For those wondering if this baby boy (as of yet unnamed, but we suggest "Hulk") is the heaviest newborn in history, the answer is no. The record belongs to an American infant born in 1879. He weighed 23 pounds, 12 ounces. Sadly, he died a few hours after being born. An ABC station reports that the heaviest baby to survive weighed 22 lbs., 8 ounces. We sure hope the big guy was always extra-nice to his mother.

Below, check out the segment from "Today."

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Tricks to Improve Your Memory

Memory, an intricate and complex function of the brain, requires millions of neurons to operate in perfect harmony. As we age, we experience memory glitches in which spontaneous memory loss occurs, such as when you can't recall something that is at the tip of your tongue.

Aging causes neuron loss, which can impact your memory of recent events. You might forget where you left your keys or the name of a person you just met. While this is a normal slip due to aging - or even due to an overtaxed mind, there are more serious non-age related types of memory loss. One is when you forget how to do things that you've done many times before or are unable to learn new things. Memory loss that gets progressively worse is also serious. Possible causes of memory loss include depression, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other neurodegenerative brain disorders, side effects from certain drugs, stroke, trauma, and alcoholism.

If you're experiencing less serious memory loss, like having a few more senior moments lately or you are more forgetful than usual, try these memory-improving tips and tricks. (These tips and tricks for less serious memory loss. If you think you might be experiencing a more serious kind, see your physician.)

1. Don't forget to be aware
We do so many things automatically: We come home, we throw the keys down, we sit down on the couch, we flip on the television — and many of these actions are done without thinking. Then, the next morning, halfway out the front door, we may suddenly realize we have no idea where the keys are.

This exercise is a helpful memory device: Become aware and be observant of everything. Wherever you put your keys, be aware of it. Be conscious of every little action that you do. And as you're doing each thing, you can reinforce it by making a mental note to yourself: "I just put my keys on the kitchen table." When you do this on a daily basis, this will increase your ability to remember things. Sometimes it is not so much that you're aging, it's just that you're too busy to pay attention.

2. Organized in life, organized in mind
When you are organized in your house, you are organized in your mind. Designate a special area for all items. If you take the tool out of the toolbox, always put the tool back in the toolbox where it belongs. Choose a space where you will collect bills or checks — and put them in the same place every time. Having this organization will not only help you remember, it will save precious memory space for you to fill with more important things.

And if you want to not forget to do certain things, make sure you write it down — list-making is another organizational device that helps your memory. Better still, do what you need to do now and don't procrastinate, because memory is fleeting even to the most brilliant, vital person.

3. Seeing is remembering
Another trick to help you to remember things is to see them. Many people are visual and remember better with a visual reminder. If there are certain things that you need to work on, put the document out where you're going to see it and remember to work on it. Or leave yourself a note on the breakfast table where you will be sure to see it. Keep what you need within your visual field and you won't forget!

4. Herbal teas to remember
Many herbs and supplements have been researched and found to help improve your cognitive capabilities. Sit back and let these herbs keep your brain young and your memory sharp:

Green tea prevents an enzyme found in Alzheimer's disease and is also rich in polyphenols, antioxidants that help prevent premature brain aging. Drink two cups a day to get the brain benefits.
The leaf of the ginkgo tree is shaped like a human brain, and some believe this is why, in Asia, it has always had a reputation of benefiting the mental processes. A dwindling memory and decreased concentration is largely caused by decreased blood flow to the brain and loss of brain cells; ginkgo has been confirmed to boost circulation to the brain and other organs, improving memory and cognitive functions. If you are taking medications, consult your doctor before taking ginkgo.
Western medicine has recently become aware of a nutrient extracted from Chinese club moss that helps to improve learning, memory retrieval, and memory retention. The moss, Huperzia serrata, yields a substance called Huperzine A that is similar to drugs used to control Alzheimer's disease. The Chinese have used it to boost memory, and it is usually brewed as tea and given at a dose of one or two cups per day. Look for it in a health food store or Asian grocery. You can steep the moss itself in hot water, one teaspoon per cup, and drink as a tea, or you can take 50 mcg twice a day in capsule form. Because of its potent actions, you should only take Huperzine A under the supervision of your doctor.
A customized blend of Chinese herbs, featuring some of the herbs listed above, that promotes a clear and focused mind and a sharp memory is Super Clarity.
You can find more information about improving memory — and many other tips for living healthy and happy — in my book Second Spring.

I hope you find your days more memorable for many years to come! I invite you to visit often and share your own personal health and longevity tips with me.

May you live long, live strong, and live happy!


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NJ woman celebrates 100th birthday

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – Astrid Thoenig got dressed, went to work and sat at her desk smiling Thursday as she slid her finger gently under the envelope flap of yet another identical birthday card. They don't make that many that say "Happy 100th."

hoenig was interrupted by a steady stream of deliverymen bringing bouquets, chocolate-dipped strawberries and stacks of cards to the Thornton Insurance Co. in Parsippany where she's been answering phones, keeping financial records, handling payroll and typing up documents for more than 30 years.
"It's another day — it's hard to explain," Thoenig said of turning 100. "I don't feel old, and I don't think old."
Born Sept. 24, 1909, in Bloomfield, N.J., Thoenig's earliest memories start in 1918, when she witnessed something so traumatic, "it erased all memories of my childhood before that."
"I remember coming down the stairs from my bedroom and saw these two coffins in the living room: one white, for my sister, and the other for the grown person," she said, recalling how the flu pandemic of 1918 killed her father and her 10-year-old sister within hours of one another. "To see my father and sister — of all the things I can't remember — that's very vivid in my mind."
Thoenig, her remaining sister, and her mother also were infected but survived. Her mother lived until 101 and her sister, who suffered permanent hearing loss from the illness, was 95 when she died. A few years ago, scientists tracked Thoenig down and took blood samples from her as one of the few remaining survivors of the pandemic of 1918-1919 that killed an estimated 30 million to 50 million people worldwide, including thousands in New Jersey.
As Thoenig turns 100, her grandson, 43-year-old Peter Thornton, said she couldn't have picked a better era.
"If you had to pick a dramatic century to live, it has to be Astrid's," he said. "The invention of the automobile and the airplane, television and computers, the moon landing and two world wars. 1780 to 1880 would have seen changes from a musket to a rifle."
Thoenig says "thinking young" has helped her take a century's worth of technological changes in stride. The daughter of Swedish immigrants, she credits her strong constitution, a wonderful family and getting up every day to get dressed and go to work with keeping her mind sharp.
Thoenig once sewed all her own clothes and still dresses elegantly, accenting with gold jewelry, colorful glasses and a full head of blond hair that makes her look decades younger. Her strong, agile hands come from a lifetime of typing, knitting and embroidering.
Married twice — her first husband died from injuries that earned him a Purple Heart in World War II — Thoenig started working shortly after high school, and has held positions at banks, lawyer's offices and for the borough of Caldwell.
Her current job is her favorite — working alongside her son, John Thornton, and grandson Peter at the family-owned insurance company.
"I'm 67, and one of our jokes is: 'How can I retire before my mother does?'" John Thornton said. He says his mother is a meticulous worker, reviewing contracts, preparing the payroll, making sure bills are paid, and is always pleasant company.
Thoenig credits her son for giving her the job, taking her to work — although she still drove until age 98 when a botched hip operation made it difficult to get around — and always being patient.
The growing stack of birthday cards may have identical motifs, but the messages inside them each touched her in their own way. Some, sent by people she's never met, were from seniors who continue to work and are inspired by her example: "I'm at my job 37 years and still love it," someone wrote.
She took special delight in a bouquet from her dentist with the message: "This is only the beginning!"

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Pregnant Women Pregnant again?

In an extremely rare case, an expectant woman conceives another child..


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