| Elegant albums, DIY
Unless you're still snapping photos on that disc camera you got back in '86, you're probably aware of how digital technology has changed personal photography. It's now possible to shoot, edit and - most important - share your images online with family, friends (and MySpace stalkers) quickly and easily. But 20 years from now, do you really see yourself cuddling up with the kids on the couch to page through your wedding album - on your laptop? Technology is nice and all, but it doesn't look particularly lovely sitting on the bookshelf. Fortunately, online photo Web sites have moved far beyond just offering two-for-one prints. It's now possible, even easy, to turn out an artfully designed, beautifully bound photo book - or just about any other kind of book - yourself. Last year, as her daughter Isabel's first birthday approached, Susan Lubking Kling found herself staring down the digitized mountain of snapshots she'd taken of her baby.
Sampson's fate at IU ‘unresolved'
Late Thursday night, the Bloomington Herald-Times reported on its Web site that Sampson was out, citing an anonymous source and without going into detail. But university spokesperson Larry MacIntyre denied reports that a decision had been reached. University officials did meet Thursday to discuss Sampson's future. IU President Michael McRobbie on Feb. 15 gave athletic director Rick Greenspan one week to investigate alleged NCAA recruiting violations involving Sampson and his coaching staff. If he is fired, Sampson could go through a 10-day appeals process. He could be suspended. Another option would be to hold off on a decision until the NCAA hearings on the violation take place in June in Seattle. Greenspan's recommendation should come today.
Tech meets tough in LR3
When you take delivery of a new car, the salesperson normally sits in the passenger seat, spends a few minutes making sure you're familiar with all the controls, and then bids you good luck. If you happen to be buying today's test car - a 2008 Land Rover LR3 - an hour's worth of classroom instruction would only be enough to touch on the vehicle's multiple systems and controls. That's certainly one reason the company includes a lengthy DVD tutorial along with the thick owner's manual. The DVD is must viewing for any new Rover owner - it has an amazing amount of technology incorporated into its innate toughness. Last spring, I was able to drive several Land Rovers on an off-road course the company's marketers set up on the 25-acre grounds of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Endi cott House in Dedham.
Reporter: Susan Ramsett
The death of Chicago news anchor Randy Salerno is receiving national attention after a snowmobile accident in Vilas County. The 45-year old Salerno died January 24 after a crash near Sayner. The driver he was riding with, Scott Hirschey is now facing charges of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle. A criminal complaint says Hirschey's blood alcohol level was .22% four hours after the crash. The legal limit to drive in Wisconsin is .08. So far this season 15 people have died in snowmobile accidents in Wisconsin - and alcohol is believed to have been a factor in 10 of those 15 deaths. Whenever the topic of drinking and snowmobiling comes up - fingers point in lots of different directions. Should there be stricter laws and stiffer penalties? Should there be more authorities patrolling the trails? Can we blame the bartenders who serve the drinks? Or is it a matter of personal responsiblity - resting entirely on the shoulders of those who drink and drive? Maybe think drinking and snowmobiling isn't a problem at all.
kajeet Introduces New Handset Lineup and Expanded Retail Locations for ...
BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- kajeet announces the latest handsets in its growing line of phones for tweens and teens: the ultra-sleek SANYO Katana(R) II, as well as the stylish Samsung m300, which recently made its debut. This holiday season, families can find kajeet at more than 3000 select retail locations nationwide including: Best Buy, Target, Toys "R" Us, Longs Drugs and Limited Too, as well as online at kajeet.com. Whether calling, texting, instant messaging or picture messaging, kids will love these phones that come packed with the features they want most: flip-phone styling, a camera, fashion colors and much more. And, the kajeet(R) pay-as-you-go service ensures that there are never any surprise bills. Kids and parents get a simple and affordable rate plan, along with easy-to-use tools that help them determine who pays for what; who can or cannot call or text the phone; and, what time of day the phone can and can't be used.
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