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Holographic Fashion Show - Diesel's Fashion Show

2007-06-29T05:42:00.000-02:00

Giant aquatic creatures from the deep, snaking robots made from watches and one man submarines were among many other things never before seen on the catwalk, that stunned the audience in Florence, Italy last week as Diesel presented their show for the Spring Summer 2008 collection. The ‘liquid space’ concept for the collection was radically brought to life during the 17 minute show, which is the first time that holograms have been projected along a traditional catwalk, being visible from both sides, and the first to combine both real and holographic models in a fashion show. Alexander McQueen used a holographic effect Kate Moss last year at the end of the show, but here the show was entirely built around the holograms and certainly seems to have taken the concept of the fashion show to a new level. Check out the part where a shoal of fish tranforms itself into a model - this got one of the biggest reactions from the crowd! I found this link with more images, and you can watch the YouTube video below.

The Scientific Proof that Women Equal Problems

2007-06-22T10:01:00.000-02:00

Website logo list

2007-06-13T09:50:00.000-02:00

Visually overwhelming approach of presenting the most relevant websites according to specific categories, such as shopping, blogging, entertainment, travel, insurance, dating, translation, & music, by displaying a huge list of logos of the according web companies. a separate category focuses on a weekly updated collection of hand-picked websites. [allmyfaves.com]

Encyclopedia of life website

2007-06-13T09:49:00.000-02:00

An infographical movie explaining an upcoming website that will act as an Encyclopidia of Life, collecting & documenting the 1.8 million living species known to man today. should be on a website near you around mid 2008.

the shown snippets of several interactive data visualizations, as well as the movie itself, which acts as an visually engaging & explanatory tool, seem quite interesting.

Wall Art

2007-06-13T06:36:00.000-02:00

We admire the work of artists and designers who are not afraid to move beyond the limits of canvas and create visions that should forever alter the meaning of "staring at the walls" and "watching paint dry."

Nexx Helmets

2007-06-13T06:32:00.000-02:00

And now, it’s just got a little bit smugger. Nexx Helmets from the UK have just released their new collection for 2007. Featuring the Nexx Cross Aluminium, a dirt bike shaped helmet, equipped with removable inner so you can make sure your face doesn’t smell like a football boot when your out and about. It looks pretty good too.
thecoolhunter.net

GymBox - The designer Gym

2007-01-31T07:05:00.000-02:00

The days of the designer super gym have arrived. Leading the pack is London’s GYMBOX; a new £5m mega gym located in the old Lumiere Cinema space at the St Martin's Lane hotel. Providing a unique experience is paramount in the new generation of fitness centre and Gymbox succeeds in breaking the old mould, with live nightly DJs and quirky classes such as 'Gladiator Games' - where participants engage in exercises from the eponymous early 90s TV show - and the 'Stiletto Workout,’ performed in heels. Thank you Billy T,
see more at thecoolhunter.net

$8 million Maybach Exelero

2007-01-25T08:27:00.000-02:00

A one-off custom-built Maybach was unveiled in May 2005 at the Tempodrom in Berlin. Commissioned by tyre company Fulda, the Exelero is a chopped-down two-seater coupe, though it's more than just a show car - in tests at the Nardo high-speed oval, the prototype reached a speed of 218.38mph, despite weighing over 2.66 tonnes. It is capable of acceleration from 0-60mph in 4.4 seconds.

The car's design was the result of a competition amongst students at the Pforzheim Polytechnic Department of Transport Design, which has worked on show vehicles for Fulda in the past. The design of 24-year-old Fredrik Burchhardt was chosen, and his work was co-ordinated with that of the Maybach design centre in Sindelfingen. The project, based on the Maybach 57 limousine, required a certain amount of re-engineering; the A-pillar and doors had to be shifted rearwards, and the steering column, pedals and gearshift all re-located. The standard 550bhp V12 engine was bored out to 5.9 litres, and tuned for 700bhp and over 738lb ft of torque. With final dimensions of 5890mm long, 2140mm wide and just 1390mm high, the car was kitted out with a full-spec interior, including leather, neoprene, aluminium and carbonfibre finishes.

Maybach says the car, built by Stola in Turin, is "a one-off vehicle created to showcase the new ultra-high performance Exelero tyre range from leading tyre manufacturer Fulda"; it's not the first time the two companies have teamed up, as back in 1938 Fulda demonstrated its tyres on a Maybach SW 38 limousine. There are, however, "no plans to produce the model in series", though it has been certified for on-road use.

Joost - The Venice Project new name

2007-01-17T11:25:00.000-02:00

Yesterday, it was The Venice Project™. Today, it's Joost™

Visit the new site of The Venice Project at Joost

Golden Globes Carpet:

2007-01-17T08:48:00.000-02:00

See full story at Go Fug Yourself

2007-01-17T07:44:00.000-02:00

Huvafen Fushi

2007-01-17T06:01:00.000-02:00

If celebrity patrons are an indicator of a hotel’s popularity, the Maldives super-lux Huvafen Fushi is about as hot as it gets. George Clooney popped in for lunch last month, Kate Moss partied in her Ocean Villa, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes booked in a massage during their honeymoon.
Trendsetting Huvafen Fushi has been raising the benchmark since its first inception two years ago. Opening its doors to feature the world’s first underwater spa, Huvafen Fushi has since earned its spot on the coveted Condé Nast Traveller Magazines’ UK and US Hot List. This discreetly luxurious, contemporary retreat is located on its own lagoon on a tiny island in North Malé Atoll. I arrived late into the night direct from Singapore, the flight doesn’t get in until 10pm (note: book Emirates instead to arrive during the day).When I was escorted into my over-water bungalow, I felt like I’d walked into an Apple store/Armani showroom, with a bed in the middle surrounded by all my favorite gadgets. Surround sound Bose indoor/outdoor music system, Plasma TV screens, Bang & Olufsen phones, iPod Nano with an incredible selection of music that had already been installed – a separate massive bath which overlooks the ocean, my own private plunge pool, oversized king size bed, Frette linen, designer furniture (including pieces by Frank Gehry) electronic curtains, waterfall shower – the list goes on and on.

Waking up in the Maldives is something everyone should experience before they die. The view from the bed in my room overlooked the plunge pool which overlooks the Ocean. It’s an incredible sight, serious postcard material.
by Billy T

via thecoolhunter

Honda Debuts New Asimo for 2007

2007-01-11T06:40:00.000-02:00

Asimo, the humanoid robot from Honda Motors can now run at 6 kph, kick a ball, climb up and down the stairs without even tripping once, and kick a ball too apart from the impressive list of tasks it can perform! Honda motors are constantly working on increasing the list of tasks it can do, from serving tea to making simple conversations.

Check-out this YouTube video from Gizmodo

Apple iPhone

2007-01-10T06:55:00.000-02:00

It has been as widely anticipated as the 'second coming', only this is its debut appearance. The Apple iPhone is finally here.

From the company who revolutionized the way we use portable music, comes a phone that will change the way we communicate. The iPhone is an incredibly sleek looking unit which uses a full color screen to cover the majority of its face. This is instantly impressive, as the quality of the screen supports beautiful high resolution images. The iPhone encompasses a plethora of different functions in the one unit. As Steve Jobs stated today at its press launch, 'We've been pushing the state of the art in every facet of this design'.

The iPhone includes a multi-touch screen, miniaturization, OS X in a mobile device, precision enclosures, three advanced sensors, desktop class applications, and the widescreen video iPod. With a battery life that generously pours out 5 hrs of talk back time, video editing and browsing as well as 16 hrs of audio playback, the iPhone is up for the challenge. Apple has packed so many new technologies into this unit they have had to file over 200 patents for all the features, in order to protect them.

Possibly one of the most subtle yet most user friendly features is the new navigation device called Multi-tuch. Styles free, the mulit-touch is a breakthrough in touch pad navigation. There is only one downside to the iPhone. It's not out till June. Until then, we'll keep you posted with more information on this incredible release from Apple. by Andy G

via thecoolhunter

First Color Changing LED Faucet

2006-12-20T12:32:00.000-02:00

This could quite possibly be the world’s first color changing faucet — built-in LEDs change colors based on the water temperature. There is also “precise control” for baths, sinks, and showers. No word yet on pricing and availability.

Via TechEBlog

The Venice project

2006-12-20T08:05:00.000-02:00

What is the Venice Project? Skype co-founders Janus Friis and Niklas Zennström built it with some of that $2.6 billion from selling Skype to eBay. Friis explains on his blog:
It’s simple, really — we are trying to bring together the best of TV with the best of the Internet. We think TV is one of the most powerful, engaging mass medias of all time. People love TV, but they also hate TV. They love the (sometimes…) amazing storytelling, the richness, the quality itself. But they hate the linearness, the lack of choice, the lack of basic things like being able to search. And wholly missing is everything that we are now accustomed to from the Internet: tagging, recommendations, choice, and so on… TV is 507 channels and nothing on and we want to help change that!

The God Delusion

2006-12-19T08:42:00.000-02:00

The shocking title does no justice to the incredible arguments that Richard Dawkins makes against religion and its assault on reason and science. Whether or not you agree with the content, this documentary must give you pause. Narrated by Dawkins, who is an incredible thinker and is very passionate about his arguments. The gem of these documentaries is an interview with Ted Haggard, who gets all uppity when he is challenged by Dawkins as someone who is "telling people what to think". Not to be missed.

BOVET

2006-12-15T12:08:00.000-02:00

In a market where virtually every watch brand can be compared with another, BOVET watches stand in a category of their own - champions of a style of watchmaking that gives individual craftsmen and women the opportunity to express rare skills. It is an approach that dates back more than 180 years, when the first Bovet watches were made to display exotic European arts to the Chinese atistocracy. Then as now, Bovet watches gave free of reign to watchmakers, enamellers, goldsmiths and jewellers to capture time
in the most beautiful and original way possibly. Bovet's total production is fewer than 2000 watches a year. Many are in limited series. Some are unique pieces. Such watches, made to order, take months to create.

New Majestic Hotel

2006-12-14T07:18:00.000-02:00

A new boutique hotel in Singapore's historic chinatown, featuring 30 rooms individually designed be emerging singaporean artists. new majestic hotel

Denver saves water

2006-11-24T05:19:00.000-02:00

With water restrictions happening around the world, the clever folk at Sukle agency dreamt up this inventive ad campaign for Denver Water to encourage people to become more aware of their water usage. by Billy T, via thecoolhunter

The 2007 TEDPrize Winners

2006-11-23T06:53:00.002-02:00

The 2007 TEDPrize winners were announced last night in San Francisco. We're thrilled to introduce these three iconic individuals: an award-winning photojournalist, a ground-breaking biologist, and one of the world's most famous humanitarians ....

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Wired Editor-at-Large Kevin Kelly on TEDTalks

2006-11-23T06:45:00.000-02:00

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Wired Editor-at-large Kevin Kelly traces the remarkable similarities between the evolution of biology and technology, ultimately declaring technology the "7th kingdom of life." He poses an intriguing question: "What does technology want?" As we hurdle forward, evolving increasingly complex, biological and independent machines, how will it affect our humanity? Kelly, widely regarded as an expert on digital culture, has played leading roles at the Whole Earth Review (editor), Wired Magazine (founding executive editor), the WELL (co-founder), and the All-Species Foundation (co-founder). He's author of several books, including Out of Control: The New Biology of Machines, Social Systems and the Economic World. (Recorded February 2005 in Monterey, CA. Duration: 20:39) via TedTalks

Sony releases 007 Vaio Bond Series

2006-11-20T13:10:00.000-02:00

Our advice to Bond movie fans is to give the newcomer (Daniel Craig) a chance to thrill you with the action stuff and to keep the enthusiasm going Sony has released the James Bond 007 TX Spy Gear bundle VGN-TXN007 that includes VAIO TX 007 ultraportable PC with 11.1-inch screen, Sony Cybershot T50 007 branded digital camera, Privacy screen, aluminum attache case and serialized glass photo certificate. Sony’s original SmartWi technology seamlessly integrates wireless WAN14, wireless LAN4, and Bluetooth®5 technologies making it your essential mobile companion. The Bond gear-bundle is selling for $3,900 but will be available somewhere around mid-November. But,you can pre-order it now.

via OhGizmo

4GB Diamond & Gold Flash Drive for the Uber-Rich

2006-11-20T13:04:00.000-02:00

For the super-rich tycoons who need to carry useful business data all the time, Mii Stor has created a 4GB flash drive made from diamonds and white gold to pack your million dollar data in equally luxurious style. The Snow drive is a Sandisk 4GB drive encased in 18ct white gold studded with 96 white diamonds totalling 1.44ct. And, with the white gold chain, the precious little thing can be worn round your neck too. So, another chance to show off your wealth in an elegant yet geeky manner. The shiny flash drive retails for around $19,000. But, if more storage capacity is what you are looking for then leave the bling thing and get yourself the Buslink Pro 2 flash drive from CDW that is though not made of gold or platinum but it packs 64GB of data in it.

Via TechDigest
Thanks BornRich

Some stats on the reach of blogs

2006-11-20T07:32:00.000-02:00

A recent study by Forrester shows that the reach of blogs is steadily going up. Furthermore, they encourage brands to monitor what the blogosphere is telling about their products, brands and campaigns:

One key data point that stood out for me: 24% of Gen Yers read blogs, which is twice as often as the 12% of Gen Xers (ages 27-40) and three times the 7% of Young Boomers (ages 41-50) that read blogs. So skeptics of blogs should suspend their disbelief and look to at least one bellweather demographic to get an idea of how widespread blog readership can potentially grow in the future.

So if you’re a marketer that targets Gen Yers, you should at a minimum be monitoring what your audience reads. Tools to monitor the blogosphere include paid services like Nielsen BuzzMetrics and WebSideStory’s HBX or do-it-yourself sites like Technorati. And an excellent “how-to” resource is this iMedia Connection article, “How to Measure Blog Influence”.
Link[Charlene Li's Blog]

One Laptop per child project

2006-11-20T06:40:00.000-02:00

The proposed $100 machine will be a Linux-based, with a dual-mode display—both a full-color, transmissive DVD mode, and a second display option that is black and white reflective and sunlight-readable at 3× the resolution. The laptop will have a 500MHz processor and 128MB of DRAM, with 500MB of Flash memory; it will not have a hard disk, but it will have four USB ports. The laptops will have wireless broadband that, among other things, allows them to work as a mesh network; each laptop will be able to talk to its nearest neighbors, creating an ad hoc, local area network. The laptops will use innovative power (including wind-up) and will be able to do most everything except store huge amounts of data.[via Boing Boing]

Sirocco

2006-11-18T06:59:00.000-02:00

This is the Sirocco, Bangkok’s outdoor high-rise restaurant.

Notepad secret trick video

2006-11-17T07:33:00.001-02:00

Notepad Secret Trick - video powered by Metacafe

A fun trick you can do using Notepad in Windows XP.

I was myself curious about the cause of this phenomenon, and I found out that this text is not the only one to cause problems. There are other strings that cause Notepad to screw up, including "this app can break", which was another version of the bug that generated a lot of buzz. I've personally tested a series of strings that have the same effect, including "this api can break", "this cat can split", "jane can not dance", "text wit hou tcaps" and even "abcd efg hij klmno" and "xxxx xxx xxx xxxxx". What do these phrases have in common? They are made up by four words made up by four, three, three and five letters, all lowercase. So, by induction, all "4-3-3-5" strings should work.
Now, let's get to why this thing happens. First of all, it seems that Notepad writes the files just fine, it just can't read them again correctly. As a proof, try opening your saved file, the one that Notepad screws up, with another text editor. I used EditPlus and it turned out to be OK. So why the Notepad thing then? Well, it's a Windows thing. Notepad uses a Windows function that allows it to figure out whether a text file is Unicode or not. And that function, my friends, is the one that screws it up. Because the way it checks can easily be described as "guessing". And it guesses that the file is actually Unicode, and not Ascii, as it is supposed to be.

Now, two different but similar explanations can be given.

The first is that, after the ASCII-to-hex conversion of the string, Notepad rearranges the hex codes not according to ASCII standards, but to Unicode, and that messes it up. Here's the example:

Take "bush hid the facts". The hex codes (they can be seen with any hex editor you want to download) for the string are:

62 75 73 68 20 68 69 64 20 74 68 65 20 66 61 63 74 73

Arrange the codes to make up Unicode characters and you get:

7562 6873 6820 6964 7420 6568 6620 6163 7473

You'll notice that every code is hyperlinked. If you click on each one of them, you'll see that each one represents a Chinese (I think) "letter".

So this whole thing's cause is the coincidence that the 18 ASCII characters happen to represent 9 Unicode characters. And, of course, Windows' inability to determine the right encoding of the file.

The second explanation is slightly different, but the basics are the same: the difference between ASCII and Unicode. It's just a matter of Notepad defaults. You see, when you save the file, in the "Encoding" field, the default drop-down is set to ANSI. So, by default, Notepad saves as ANSI. But if you do a File -> Open, the default Encoding is set to Unicode. That's exactly what happens when you double click a saved file. Notepad knows the path, but not the Encoding. So it uses the default Unicode encoding, which spits the Chinese characters as explained above.

And that's about it. No easter eggs, no conspiracies, no Bush interventions. Just plain old Microsoft. [Thanks Steady Rollin]

FoodBox Limassol Cyprus

2006-11-17T05:53:00.000-02:00

A selection of the best local, European and mediterenian ingredients are blended together to create the unique Foodbox experience.

The concept is basically relying on a sellection of freshly made gourmet sandwiches and salads, which they make daily. The sandwiches in offer are chosen from a huge sellection of tested and succesfull recipes that have been experimented and rotated to adjust to your taste preferences, as well as the modern Cypriot lifestyle.

The Bakery team starts early to prepare the original Italian Ciabatta bread, and are also ready to introduce the Italian Focaccia which they can enrich with cherry tomatoes and basil, or Sun dried tomatoes, red pesto olives. FoodBox continues to experiment passionately.

TEL: 77 77 2900

The great Robot Race

2006-11-15T08:39:00.000-02:00

The Great Robot Race .1 - video powered by Metacafe

NOVA program The Great Robot Race.

Instant Win in Solitaire

2006-11-15T08:33:00.000-02:00

Instant Win In SOLITAIRE - video powered by Metacafe

3 keys and you win instantly.. SHIFT+ALT+2 Give it a try.

BABEL - Movie Trailer

2006-11-15T08:30:00.000-02:00

Babel - Movie Trailer - video powered by Metacafe

This is the trailer of the new Brad Pitt movie. Directed by - Alejandro González . Also starring: Cate Blanchett,Gael García Bernal.

9/11 Twin Towers

2006-11-15T08:27:00.000-02:00

9/11 Twin Towers. - video powered by Metacafe

Hidden Pictures on U.S. Money. Check it out.

How to crack a combination lock

2006-11-15T08:20:00.000-02:00

How To Crack A Combination Lock - video powered by Metacafe

A great way to figure out the combination to a lock that you had forgotten what it was. This is intended for information purposes only.

LAGO

2006-11-14T06:54:00.000-02:00

Everything changes, everything can transform itself. A square in seven pieces combined with imagination to make new shapes come to life.
When it comes to thinking outside the square, Italian furniture design company, Lago, is well outside the parameters of traditional thinking. With the talents of its prized designers Daniele Lago and Massimo Bonnetti virtually on tap, the boundless creativity and functionality is evident in their current range.

Dolce & Gabbana open Gold restaurant

2006-11-14T06:43:00.000-02:00

The first concept restaurant created by Dolce&Gabbana. Gold is an upbeat, sunny colour, the colour of energy, luxury and a new dolce vita, signifying a taste for beauty and for sensual pleasure.via coolhunter.net

TrendValley's Team Song

2006-11-13T12:41:00.000-02:00

Mixalis Xatzigiannis - Ola h Tipota.

Everyone here in TrendValley love this song, so we decided to post it.

Kung Fu Baby

2006-10-31T10:03:00.000-02:00

Hit play or go to Link [YouTube]

Nike Haute Shoe Print Club Bag

2006-10-30T07:36:00.000-02:00

This Nike Haute Shoe Print Club Bag is now available at NikeStore.com! Its the perfect bag for traveling and going to the gym, its so durable and roomy! via freshnessmag

Mediterranean living

2006-10-30T06:01:00.000-02:00

Cyprus... Island of Aphrodite, legend and history. Ancient, Byzantine, contemporary.
Warm sandy beaches, friendly hospitable people, harmonious enjoyable living. These are just a few words that can describe the island of Cyprus.
And it is no wonder that people from all over the world choose this special place for their holiday or permanent home.

Eutopia Properties is a well-organized Property Developer in Limassol, and they are here to help you obtain a quality construction and design home, and therefore a life you have always been dreaming of.

Properties
Make yourself feel at home in this beautiful natural setting at the outskirts of Monagrouli village. Harmony Homes, a project by Eutopia properties consists of 11 traditionally designed bungalows and villas, grouped into three individual blocks. Realizing that everyone wants to enjoy the untouched Cypriot nature, each home has been carefully designed to maximize individual lots and deeded landscape views.
Built to create an exclusive residential development, Harmony Homes incorporate maximum quality specifications, as they are going to be constructed with the well-proven SIP (Structured Insulated Panel) method, giving a ten-year guaranty to the owner.

Monagrouli village is situated just 10 minutes drive from the nearest beach, 15 minutes from Limassol, 25 minutes from Larnaca airport,25 minutes from Nicosia and also 5 minutes drive to a future-plan golf course. Therefore you can get the country tranquility with the city facilities all close to you.
The village habitats are friendly and hospitable, inviting you to take part in many of the traditions, which have been passed down through generations. There are many exciting events held throughout the year, which offer an unforgettable experience and allow you to fully embrace the wonderful way of life in Cyprus.

Email: info@eutopiaproperties.com

Web Information Services

2006-10-29T12:05:00.000-02:00

Maximize the potential of your online experience. Neos Global in Cyprus is a site dedicated to providing you with up to date information regarding aspects of Web Design, Digital Media, Online Tutorials, and more. Knowledge is power. Whether you are interested in achieving personal or professional goals, we can help make the digital realm work for you. Learn more about Web Information Services, Website and Graphics Design, or developing a corporate identity. Let Neos Global lead the way.

Sexy Nature

2006-10-27T11:23:00.000-02:00

A great picture we found.

Rocky Balboa

2006-10-27T11:21:00.000-02:00

The final round of the Academy Award®-winning Rocky franchise hits theatres Friday, December 22, 2006. Written and directed by SYLVESTER STALLONE.

2007 John Cooper Works MINI

2006-10-27T09:43:00.000-02:00

John Cooper Works has unveiled his completely revamped 2007 MINI Cooper. Upgrades include “a new front fascia, black grille, sporty side sills, a new rear fascia with an integrated diffuser, 19 inch wheels, a large rear spoiler, and carbon fiber treatments throughout.” Engine modifications have not yet been announced.via leftlanenews

ENRON email explorer

2006-10-26T05:17:00.000-02:00

In October 2003 the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission placed 200,000 of Enron's internal emails from 1999-2002 into the public domain as part of its ongoing investigations. The archive offers an extraordinary window into the lives and preoccupations of Enron's top executives during a turbulent period. Read more about Enron's demise on Wikipedia.

Trampoline engineers used this data as testbed during development of the company's SONAR technology. The result was so fascinating we decided to open it up and allow anyone to dig in. The Enron Explorer lets you investigate the actions and reactions of Enron's senior management team as the noose began to tighten.

A network visualization of the social networks generated by the Enron employees & based on the more than 200,000 internal Enron emails from 1999-2002. emails can be read & sorted by theme or people, while the network visualizer clarifies the connections between people. Enron trampoline explorer

LVHRD MGZ

2006-10-25T06:52:00.000-02:00

The premier issue of the LVHRD MGZN is finished and hot off the proverbial e-presses. After months of work and involvement from a talented editorial and art staff of LVHRD members, we’re excited to launch this inaugural quarterly issue.

LVHRD MGZN 01 takes a closer look at some of LVHRD’s most active members over the club’s two years in New York. Through candid conversations and exposé pieces, we provide an unobstructed view of the ballerinas, architects, editors, musicians and competitive eaters that have made a mark on the organization’s history.

Exercising the flexibility available in a digital publication, the MGZN is designed to provide three distinct reader experiences. Though optimized for an active internet connection, the MGZN provides a different experience when read offline or in print. It’s an exploratory piece, and much like a LVHRD event, it takes participation to make it work. Download a copy, sit back in your chair, and enjoy the MGZ. LVHRD download the MGZ

LVHRD is an organization that seeks to unite creative individuals that have a passion for change, a willingness to succeed and the determination to overcome conventions.

DuoMo Hotel

2006-10-25T06:42:00.000-02:00

The DuoMo Hotel in Rimini, Italy, is breaking new ground in terms of design aesthetics in hotels. With many new hotels pushing unique design to the limits, the challenge of presenting something never before seen is becoming increasingly difficult. Internationally renown architect and designer, Ron Arad, has launched the DuoMo hotel by using vivid colors, alternative materials and unconventional shapes to create a very rare aesthetic for the market.

The entrance to the hotel is adorned by two giant size pinball flippers, which lead guests directly to the giant stainless steel front desk. The sheer size and seamless beauty of the desk itself is most impressive. When it comes to the guest rooms, no expense has been spared.
With all rooms featuring the latest in technology and design, including LCD screens in the bathroom, surrounded by Alessi lavatories and showers, your stay is guaranteed to be a lavish experience.

Perhaps one of the more outstanding features of the DuoMo is the noMi bar and club. Showcasing live D.J's from Miami, Ibiza and NYC, noMi is tipped to become the hottest night spot in Rimini. With one of its main feature walls made of retractable glass, guests are able to flow out into the streets and bring the outside in, on warm nights. The majority of the club is draped in bronze and polished steel, creating a slick, modern setting for the cities trend setting crowd.

Rimini has always been famous for being the birthplace of the heralded Italian film director, Fellini, now it has a second claim to fame; The DuoMo Hotel. by Billy T via thecoolhunter

How to improve your memory

2006-10-20T07:41:00.000-02:00

Wouldn’t it be nice to just look at a page and never forget what was on there? What if you could never again forget a friend’s birthday? The bad news is, almost all scientific experts agree that photographic memory—the ability to recall facts, images, and events perfectly—simply doesn’t exist. The good news, however, is that everyone can take steps to improve their memory, and with time and practice most people can gain the ability to memorize seemingly impossible amounts of information. Whether you want to win the World Memory Championships, ace your history test, or simply remember where you put your keys, this article can get you started.

Steps
1.Keep your brain active. The brain is not a muscle, but regularly “exercising" the brain actually does keep it growing and spurs the development of new nerve connections that can help improve memory. By developing new mental skills—especially complex ones such as learning a new language or learning to play a new musical instrument—and challenging your brain with puzzles and games you can keep your brain active and improve its physiological functioning.
2.Exercise daily. Regular aerobic exercise improves circulation and efficiency throughout the body, including in the brain, and can help ward off the memory loss that comes with aging. Exercise also makes you more alert and relaxed, and can thereby improve your memory uptake, allowing you to take better mental “pictures."
3.Reduce stress. Chronic stress, although it does not physically damage the brain, can make remembering much more difficult. Even temporary stresses can make it more difficult to effectively focus on concepts and observe things. Try to relax, regularly practice yoga or other stretching exercises, and see a doctor if you have severe chronic stress.
4.Eat well and eat right. There are a lot of herbal supplements on the market that claim to improve memory, but none have yet been shown to be effective in clinical tests (although small studies have shown some promising results for ginkgo biloba and phosphatidylserine). A healthy diet, however, contributes to a healthy brain, and foods containing antioxidants—broccoli, spinach, and berries, for example—and Omega-3 fatty acids appear to promote healthy brain functioning. Feed your brain with such supplements as Thiamine, Vitamin E, Niacin and Vitamin B-6. Grazing, eating 5 or 6 small meals throughout the day instead of 3 large meals, also seems to improve mental functioning (including memory) by limiting dips in blood sugar, which may negatively affect the brain.
5.Take better pictures. Often we forget things not because our memory is bad, but rather because our observational skills need work. One common situation where this occurs (and which almost everyone can relate to) is meeting new people. Often we don’t really learn people’s names at first because we aren’t really concentrating on remembering them. You’ll find that if you make a conscious effort to remember such things, you’ll do much better. One way to train yourself to be more observant is to look at an unfamiliar photograph for a few seconds and then turn the photograph over and describe or write down as many details as you can about the photograph. Try closing your eyes and picturing the photo in your mind. Use a new photograph each time you try this exercise, and with regular practice you will find you’re able to remember more details with even shorter glimpses of the photos.
6.Give yourself time to form a memory. Memories are very fragile in the short-term, and distractions can make you quickly forget something as simple as a phone number. The key to avoid losing memories before you can even form them is to be able to focus on the thing to be remembered for a while without thinking about other things, so when you’re trying to remember something, avoid distractions and complicated tasks for a few minutes.
7.Repeat things you need to learn. The more times you hear, see, or think about something, the more surely you’ll remember it, right? It’s a no-brainer. When you want to remember something, be it your new coworker’s name or the date of the Battle of Hastings, repeat it, either out loud or silently. Try writing it down; think about it.
8.Group things you need to remember. Random lists of things (a shopping list, for example) can be especially difficult to remember. To make it easier, try categorizing the individual things from the list. If you can remember that, among other things, you wanted to buy four different kinds of vegetables, you’ll find it easier to remember all four.
9.Use mnemonics. Mnemonics, also called “mnemonic devices" are memory aids. There are a wide variety of mnemonics suitable for different tasks. Some are very simple, such as “first-letter" mnemonics: the nonsense name Roy G. Biv, for example, uses the first letters of each of the colors of the spectrum in order. Mnemonics of increasing complexity, such as creating a story which includes things you need to remember, or creating a sentence the words of which correspond to a series of digits (the number of letters in each word is the next number in the series) can be used to remember longer or more complex ideas. One of the most powerful mnemonics is the “memory palace," a mental journey that can be used to remember almost anything.
10.Organize your life. Keep items that you frequently need, such as keys and eyeglasses, in the same place every time. Use an electronic organizer or daily planner to keep track of appointments, due dates for bills, and other tasks. Keep phone numbers and addresses in an address book or enter them into your computer or cell phone. Improved organization can help free up your powers of concentration so that you can remember less routine things. Even if being organized doesn’t improve your memory, you’ll receive a lot of the same benefits (i.e. you won’t have to search for your keys anymore).

Human Search Engine

2006-10-18T08:14:00.000-02:00

We received a tip about Ms Dewey, a woman search engine who helps you navigate the web. She’s animated to entertain you, making her the best looking, most entertaining, and (difficult to work with) search engine on the net. You will love this!! via trendhunter.com

Fashion installation for Louis Vuitton

2006-10-18T08:00:00.000-02:00

Hot on the heels of Paris Fashion Week, comes a sexy installation by Italian artist, Vanessa Beecroft, for the world leader in luxury, Louis Vuitton's new Paris store. Designed by architects Eric Carlson and Peter Marino, the glitzy new house represents a groundbreaking architectural achievement, conceived as a promenade of terraces in homage to the historical and cultural importance of the Champs-Elysees as the world's most stylish promenade.

Equally unprecedented is the integration of art and architecture, with works by three leading contemporary artists displayed as landmarks of the house promenade. Exclusively for the Champs-Elysees, the American artist James Turrell created an impressive "Wide Glass" modular light sculpture, while fellow American Tim White-Sobieski contributed a cutting-edge video installation alongside the house's spectacular 20-meter long "traveling staircase." Meanwhile, the Danish conceptual artist Olafur Eliasson transformed an elevator linking up directly with the top floor of the Champs-Elysees building, which will open in January 2006 as a permanent space of artistic and cultural expression, into a "chamber of sensual entropy" isolated from its surroundings. via New York Times

Colored Spaces

2006-10-18T07:52:00.000-02:00

Mono chromed theme spaces are becoming increasingly popular amongst some of the best interior spaces around the world. By creating rooms which work in various shades of the one color, a theme and ambience is born which defines the signature of the space.
via thecoolhunter.net

The Five Hotel

2006-10-18T07:49:00.000-02:00

How about discovering your hotel room with its own personally scented signature? The newly opened Parisian hotel, The Five Hotel, offers 5 aromatized signatures: gourmand, tonic, relaxed, natural and sensual…. You may select the fragrance that most appeals to your mood of the day that will be softly diffused in you room combined with your own chosen associated optic fiber color environment.

The Five Hotel has smoothly integrated optical fiber lighting, adding a touch of lucidity and decor: incorporated into the bathroom tiling and bedroom ceilings, a dream innovation, scintillating the magical and romantic atmosphere.… Here you sleep under the star lit sky!

A hotel only steps away from Saint-Germain-des-Prés with a total of nine "deco" environments, punctuated by the works of Isabelle Emmerique, each derived from a chosen base color: White, black, turquoise, aniseed, violet, red, gold, orange, taupe; carefully imagined and coordinated by applying a blend of fine materials. Each setting presents a very personalized touch, the choice of exclusive fabrics are graphically appealing by the use of colorful printed symmetries. One can discover with pleasure the discreet integration of materials dominated by the overlap of colors used for the room.

Regular asymmetrical stripes, printed flowered wall paper, patterned carpets, printed leather and motifs of waves and spots…, the hotel has dared to enter into a natural cosmetic and unimagined sphere. From the Welcome Hall, or the corridors and rooms, surprises can be found in all the contrasting features.

The Five Hotel is certainly in a league of its own in terms of cool aesthetics. The fact that it is accessible to all, allows it to be enjoyed by a great cross section of visitors and guests. by Yvan Rodic, via thecoolhunter.net

Madonna-Jump

2006-10-17T11:17:00.000-02:00

Madonna always the best....

Fake beauty, video about transhuman tricks used on models

2006-10-16T07:48:00.000-02:00

The Dove Campaign for Real Beauty (bus-ads with pictures of beautiful, but heavy, or old, or off-average models) has posted a video called Evolution. It depicts an attractive -- but blemished and drab -- model being prepped for a bill-board, from the makeup to the photoshop.

Global rich list

2006-10-11T10:28:00.000-02:00

A simple online infographic diagram showing how rich you are relative to the global earth population, as estimated by your annual income. via globalrichlist.com

I'm the 107,565 richest person on earth!

Discover how rich you are! >>

Car Wars in Advertising

2006-10-11T05:54:00.000-02:00

Pictures may tell a thousand words but a simple finger tells just one!

SearchMash: Google's other search site

2006-10-10T08:46:00.000-02:00

Google is operating a separate search site: SearchMash. It was unveiled a few days ago, has a very simple homepage (no ads) and produces roughly the same results as the main Google search. But it also displays the top three relevant images, and has a few Ajax features that let you for example click the URL of a search result to get a menu of options, drag the results to re-order them (paving the way to a possible collective refinement of the search), or view more results without having to move to another page. SearchMash has attracted both criticism and praise, but it's clearly mostly a playground for developers to test new ideas using Google tools and technologies in different ways. The creation of this new, separate, un-branded sandbox reveals - despite the "chaos by design" recently eulogized by Fortune - that Google's main page has become a very delicate object, which doesn't allow for experimentation anymore.

The Inner life of the Cell

2006-10-10T05:31:00.000-02:00

Harvard University selected XVIVO, LLC, a Connecticut based scientific animation company, to customize and develop an animation that would propel Harvard's Molecular and Cellular Biology program to the next level of undergraduate education. XVIVO's recently completed animation, titled "The Inner Life of the Cell", has already won awards. The eight minute animation transports Harvard Biology students into a three-dimensional journey through the microscopic world of a cell. via Futurefeeder

The first in a planned series of animations for Harvard University's Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, "The Inner Life of the Cell" takes undergrads beyond textbooks and vividly illustrates the mechanisms that allow a white blood cell to sense its surroundings and respond to an external stimulus.

Face Hunter

2006-10-09T12:13:00.000-02:00

The idea: a man out and about in Paris and beyond: eye candy for the style hungry.
Another great blog for street fashion. Trend hunters get ready..via FaceHunter

Nicole Grows Hair, Shrinks Body

2006-10-09T12:01:00.000-02:00

I know hair extensions are all the rage since Paris and Jessica popularized them a few years back, but enough already! What ever happened to a natural girl? We finally got past fake boobs (some of us did, anyway) and now we're gluing and weaving other people's hair onto our heads?
I think Nicole is cute as all get out, but the girl needs to get with reality and put on a few pounds and leave her hair alone, in my opinion.
via x17online

TEDTalks - Jeff Han

2006-10-09T11:27:00.000-02:00

Jeff Han is a research scientist for NYU's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, and the inventor of an "interface-free" touch-driven computer screen. (Recorded February 2006 in Monterey, CA. Duration: 09:32)

Each year, TED hosts some of the world's most fascinating people: Trusted voices and convention-breaking mavericks, icons and geniuses. The talks they deliver have had had such a great impact, we thought they deserved a wider audience.

My Heritage Face Recognition

2006-10-09T06:50:00.000-02:00

MyHeritage.com is one of the world's first services to apply advanced
face recognition technology to personal photos and family history;
and it's free!

Solio - Portable Hybrid Solar Power Charger

2006-10-09T06:31:00.000-02:00

Solio™, the Universal "Hybrid" Charger is powerful enough to charge all of your handheld electronic products at home or on the move, anywhere under the sun.

It works by absorbing power from either the wall socket or our very own Sun storing this energy within the Solio’s own internal battery.

Solio is the universal charger of the future because it can use free energy from the sun which is good for the environment while saving you money on electricity costs.

In addition to this, Solio limits your need to purchase and carry around multiple chargers for all of your gadgets; Solio is your one stop charging solution for all of your products from cell phones and iPods, to digital cameras, game players, GPS and even Fish finders!

One hour of sun will give you enough juice to play your iPod™ for about an hour.

When fully charged your Solio can store enough power to charge a typical cell phone or an iPod Nano at least two times. Have you plugged into the Sun lately?

AIRBUS A380

2006-10-07T08:43:00.000-02:00

Step inside the new Airbus A380 and immediately you will notice the stunning interior design that will catapult the A380 into a league of it's own. With generous interior space, surrounded by beautifully designed features, as well as a state of the art entertainmnet and business facilities, the A380 looks more like a hotel bar and recreation area, than the inside of an aircraft. The A380, is the world's largest passenger aircraft and features 50 per cent more floor space than its nearest competitor.

The unique double deck arrangement provides extra capacity at the same time as improving the passenger experience. Each twin-aisle cabin allows wider seats but with fewer rows than on other large aircraft. Easing the stress of long-haul travel, the A380 cabins feature mood lighting thanks to light emitting diodes (LED) capable of simulating day or night. Mood lighting eases the stress of jet lag for long-haul passengers and also helps provide a relaxing ambience. Windows are also bigger, providing more natural light and a better view outside the aircraft.

Traveling with new levels of comfort is something passengers are beginning to demand for their travel dollars,
and ti seems that the Airbus A380 is listening to its customers.
via thecoolhunter.net

Balenciaga 2007

2006-10-07T08:37:00.000-02:00

Paris fashion week 2007 Balenciaga

Maps of War

2006-10-01T18:27:00.000-02:00

Who has controlled the Middle East over the course of history? Pretty much everyone. Egyptians, Turks, Jews, Romans, Arabs, Greeks, Persians, Europeans...the list goes on. Who will control the Middle East today? That is a much bigger question.

RSOE Havaria Information Services

2006-09-28T08:43:00.000-02:00

RSOE Havaria For Emergency and Disaster Information Service.

SwissVault

2006-09-28T08:36:00.000-02:00

SWISSVAULT – the backup butler is a fully automatic data backup system that fits the bill perfectly: no more expensive consulting, complex installations, juggling with hardware and software compatibility, loading and unloading backup media, or figuring where to store your data assets.

The backup butler is always there, quickly and automatically gathering your business-critical data and sending it into ultimate safekeeping. And because the backup butler comes from Switzerland, you can expect the highest standards of quality, confidentiality and security. Perhaps the only un-Swiss thing about the service is its surprising affordability. The financial and manpower savings give you more options for allocating business resources.

What SWISSVAULT does?

Always on duty SWISSVAULT makes a secure backup copy of all your key business data at any time, on an automatic schedule and by manual request. The backup butler is the first-ever professional solution to incorporate fully automated backup, vaulting (secure off-site data storage with online access), and rapid restore (recovery of previously backed-up data).

For companies, pre-empting the consequences of a data disaster is equivalent to taking out life insurance, and forms the centrepiece in any business continuity plan. Growing dependence on computer data, and the increasing risks that engenders, make contingency planning an issue that deserves serious attention. SWISSVAULT is the most advanced, secure and dependable total solution for smaller to medium-sized companies. It replaces manual backup operations with centrally managed, fully automated processes.

For more information contact: sales@planetsky.com

Casino Royale

2006-09-28T07:42:00.000-02:00

Splashpower

2006-09-13T07:02:00.000-02:00

Ever been on an important cell call when your battery annoyingly drops dead mid sentence while you’re frantically searching for your re-charger? That fumbling is a thing of the past now thanks to Splashpower, an innovative little device which emits ‘wireless power,’ allowing you to recharge all sorts of mobile gadgets without plugging them in.

New IPod shuffle

2006-09-13T06:56:00.000-02:00

Apple has just launched a few new products but one that has got us excited is the iPod shuffle. We've been huge fans of the shuffle due to its convenience. For those who are constantly on the go, the new clip on shuffle is even more compact and is now officially the world's smallest. The iPod is currently the world's best-selling digital audio player, and its worldwide mainstream adoption makes it one of the most popular consumer brands.

The best photograph of the Moon ever!

2006-09-06T11:38:00.000-02:00

Bamn

2006-09-01T10:03:00.000-02:00

The hottest new eatery in New York won't get rave reviews for fine service provided by its waiters. It doesn't have any. Nor does Bamn! have tables, cashiers or any of the other basic amenities diners have come to expect.
Instead, Bamn is a throwback to the first half of the 20th century -- it's an automat diner. Windowed compartments display hot, fresh food. Customers throw in a few coins and are rewarded with instant gratification. Bamn's menu focuses on fast comfort food: hot dogs, grilled cheese, chicken strips, mac & cheese, etc.

Therme Spa

2006-09-01T09:56:00.000-02:00

Forget city spas - head to Therme Spa in Switzerland for the real thing. The thermal spring is a national Swiss landmark built from 60,000 stone slabs of Valser quarzite.

Nike Yoga Mescolisi Shoes

2006-09-01T09:52:00.000-02:00

Nike's Yoga Mescolisi shoes are lined with a flexible material that feels like being barefoot. Made from recycled synthetics and cotton, the sole features rubber pods designed for "full foot articulation," making yoga safe for outdoors (or those who are barefoot shy).

Fashion156 Magazine

2006-08-31T10:02:00.000-02:00

Fashion156.com, a web only fashion magazine produced out of London. The glamorous webzine features all the usual fash mag fodder, but unlike many of its predecessors it’s content is of professional quality

Photosynth

2006-08-24T09:36:00.000-02:00

Photosynth from Microsoft Live Labs is a 3-D image reconstructor that rebuilds entire environments based on hundreds of photos taken from different angles. The result is a web based photo browser that stitches photos into a seamless panorama in a true 3d environment.

"Prison Break" Off a Step - Aug 22, 2006 - E! Online News

2006-08-23T04:58:00.000-02:00

"Prison Break" Off a Step - Aug 22, 2006 - E! Online News

Best new series guys!! Watch it..

New way to browse the web

2006-08-21T07:06:00.000-02:00

Swarm is a graphical map of hundreds of websites, all connecting to each other. It updates itself every second with where people are going and coming from. As sites become more popular, they move towards the center of the swarm. Website traffic is symbolized with thin lines. Each time you see a line appear, it means someone has moved from one site to the other. You can gauge how many people are swarming around based on the number of lines. Swarm allows you to chat about any link you see. When you see a little chat icon flash, it means people are actively chatting about that link. You don't have to wait for the icon to appear, you can begin talking about any link you find (and hopefully someone will join in!)

Sony VoIP Flip phone

2006-08-10T09:58:00.000-02:00

Why use two peripherals when essentially one will do? This simple yet undeniably brilliant concept is the driving force behind the new VAIO VN-CX1 from Sony.

No need to choose between navigation and calls — you can have both!
The model can transform in an instant from a stylish mouse boasting an innovative and unique design to a practical Internet telephone. This multi-functional device really has its finger on the pulse.

Via trendhunter.com

Tesla Motors

2006-08-09T09:08:00.000-02:00

Gone are the days when sports cars demanded a choice between efficiency and performance. Now it’s no longer a zero-sum game. Instead, you get peak performance at every moment, with little mileage penalty.

The first time you drive the Tesla Roadster, prepare to be surprised. You’re at freeway speed in seconds without even thinking about it. There’s no clutch to contend with and no race-car driving techniques to perform. Just the touch of your foot and you’re off, without any of the sluggishness of an automatic. A quick story to illustrate. A favorite trick here at Tesla Motors is to invite a passenger along and ask him to turn on the radio. At the precise moment we ask, we accelerate. Our passenger simply can’t sit forward enough to reach the dials. But who needs music when you’re experiencing such a symphony of motion.

Rest assured that this responsiveness works at all speeds, as noticeable when you’re inching your way through parking lots as when flying along freeways.

The Tesla Roadster delivers full availability of performance every moment you are in the car, even while at a stoplight. Its peak torque begins at zero rpm and stays powerful beyond 13,000 rpm.
This is the precise opposite of what you experience with a gasoline engine, which has very little torque at a low rpm and only reaches peak torque in a narrow rpm range. This forces you to make frequent gear changes to maintain optimal torque. With the Tesla Roadster, you get great acceleration and the highest energy efficiency at the same time. All while requiring no special driving skills to enjoy it. This makes the Tesla Roadster six times as efficient as the best sports cars while producing one-tenth of the pollution.

Fivefingers

2006-08-09T08:57:00.000-02:00

BAREFOOTING (bare·foot·n) n. 1. The exhilarating joy of going barefoot without leaving yourself naked; 2. an entirely new kind of footwear that offers the protection of a second Vibram skin; 3. the feeling of gently separating each toe while stimulating and exercising the foot muscles with every step.

Try fivefingers

Bong Vodka

2006-08-02T11:05:00.000-02:00

Bong Vodka by Spirit of The Brand is exceptionally innovative with its bong shaped design. It gets better, Spirit of The Brand is accepting designs from artists in order to offer a plethora of cool limited edition bottles.

Playboy Germany

2006-08-02T10:56:00.000-02:00

Playboy billboard promoting its online services in Germany

Comic Mini Cooper

2006-06-15T09:32:00.000-02:00

This version of the Mini Cooper has been aesthetically enhanced by Sydney artist / illustrator Andrew Georgiou (www.mrgisby.com), who’s collection of home grown, twisted comic characters have made their mark in Australia, U.K and the U.S in recent months.

Nikeplus

2006-06-13T09:58:00.000-02:00

Nice and Apple created the Nike+iPod Sport Kit, which consists of a small sensor/transmitter that is placed in a running shoe and wirelessly connects to a receiver attached to an iPod Nano. With every step, the transmitter sends data to the iPod, which saves and displays time, distance, calories burned and a runner's pace, as well as providing real-time audio feedback.
Once a runner gets back to his or her computer and hooks up the iPod, collected data can be uploaded to nikeplus.com, where users can set goals, track their progress, and virtually compete with other runners. Nike is also selling special sports gear to further enhance the Nike+iPod running experience, including shoes with a built-in pocket for the sensor, and shirts that keep the iPod secure and headphone cords out of the way.

VOLKSWAGEN's NEW CAR EXPERIENCE

2006-05-11T10:40:00.000-02:00

The 2 photos above were taken at Volkswagen's new storage facility in Wolfsburg, Germany. The actual space that the facility occupies is approximately only 20% of a comparable facility with the traditional design that is used primarily in the US. Not only is the German structure less expensive to build, but vehicles are also "retrieved" in less time and without the potential of being damaged by an attendant. Collecting your new car is an event in itself. "In a fully automated procedure, your new car is brought down to you from one of the 20-story Car Towers. Large signboards in the Customer Center show you when your turn has come. Then, you're handed the keys, your picture is taken, the glass doors open and your brand-new car appears. You're all set to go". Via thecoolhunter.net

MI:III

2006-05-03T10:37:00.000-02:00

Mission Accomplished times 3! A MUST SEE. by TJ.

Democracy Internet TV

2006-05-02T12:19:00.000-02:00

There's an opportunity to build a new, open mass medium of online television. They're developing the Democracy internet TV platform so that watching internet video channels will be as easy as watching TV and broadcasting a channel will be open to everyone. Unlike traditional TV, everyone will have a voice. Via getDemocracy.com

Democracy is developed by the Participatory Culture Foundation
Are based in Worcester, Massachusetts
Are a 501c3 not-for-profit organization
They think it's a problem that a small number of corporations control mass media.
They think free, open-source, open standards internet TV is our best shot at a solution.

Test drive your dream job

2006-05-02T12:04:00.000-02:00

Let's face it, most of us spend the majority of our waking moments at work -- and yet few of us are actually doing work that we're passionate about. But who says it has to be that way?

At VocationVacations®, they believe "work" can be much, much more than just a four-letter word. That's why they made their business to offer you the chance to test-drive your dream job -- completely risk-free! No need to quit your day job. No need to tell the boss. Just spend a couple days on a VocationVacation, working one-on-one with a VocationVacations Mentor, to see what your dream job is really like. Via Springwise

Boutique Airlines

2006-04-19T07:58:00.000-02:00

Air travel is about to get seriously stylish. No more faded brown leather seating and cattle class leg cramps. Cutting edge hotel-style interiors are about revamp a Boeing near you, with a new generation of new ‘boutique’ airlines launching around the world. Last year airline Eos launched its fleet of customized Boeing 757s which boast 48 "suites," including flat bed seats. Partly owned by Alitalia, Italian flight service MiMa is set to take the exclusivity of air travel up a notch. MiMa will soon begin service between Milan and New York. The $4,000 fare will include transport to and from Milan's Linate Airport and concierge service in both cities. via thecoolhunter.net

Gadgets

2006-04-19T07:53:00.000-02:00

The Leica DISTO™ A5 is hand held laser meter that looks like its digital relative, the mobile phone. Via thecoolhunter.net

The Internet Phone Company

2006-04-04T12:03:00.000-02:00

It is the next dimension in telecommunications, enhancing the simple procedure of making a phone call, by-passing the infrastructure of the telecom companies, to deliver high quality voice conversations and business related services. by TJ

Confessions on a Dance floor

2006-03-31T05:24:00.000-02:00

Ministry of Sound, the biggest brand in clubland, is launching a new chain of bars this Friday, 31 March 2006. The first Minibar is in Harrogate, Yorkshire, and there are plans to open another thirty in major towns across the United Kingdom.
Since November of last year, relaxed licensing laws have made it possible for liquor-pouring establishments in the UK to stay open as long as they like. Inspired by private member's clubs and bars in upscale hotels, the Minibar will feature various zones with different ambiances, allowing customers to change the mood of their evening by moving from zone to zone.
TJ:::via Springwise

The Republic of Tea

2006-03-28T12:08:00.000-02:00

The Republic of Tea has a mission to start a Tea Revolution by infusing our culture with a new and relevant tea ceremony. Visit The Republic of Tea . With the purpose to enrich people's lives through the experience of fine tea and the Sip by Sip life - a life of health, balance and well-being.

Iraqi Documents Are Put on Web, and Search Is On

2006-03-28T11:55:00.000-02:00

Operation Iraqi Freedom Documents:::American intelligence agencies and presidential commissions long ago concluded that Saddam Hussein had no unconventional weapons and no substantive ties to Al Qaeda before the 2003 invasion. But now, an unusual experiment in public access is giving anyone with a computer a chance to play intelligence analyst and second-guess the government.
Under pressure from Congressional Republicans, the director of national intelligence has begun a yearlong process of posting on the Web 48,000 boxes of Arabic-language Iraqi documents captured by American troops. But Representative Peter Hoekstra, the Michigan Republican who is chairman of the House Intelligence Committee and who led the campaign to get the documents released, does not believe they have received adequate scrutiny. Mr. Hoekstra said he wanted to "unleash the power of the Net" to do translation and analysis that might take the government decades. "People today ought to be able to have a closer look inside Saddam's regime," he said. All the documents, which are available on: fmso.leavenworth.army.mil/products-docex.htm have received at least a quick review by Arabic linguists and do not alter the government's official stance, officials say.

Quote

2006-03-24T10:55:00.000-02:00

"Though I am not naturally honest, I am so sometimes by chance". -William Shakespeare

Cerveza Beer Advert

2006-03-24T10:25:00.000-02:00

Check this ad. You will love it http://youtube.com/watch?v=JUnoEc2T-e8

Stratellite

2006-03-17T10:58:00.000-02:00

A Stratellite™ is a high-altitude airship that when in place in the stratosphere will provide a stationary platform for transmitting various types of wireless communications services currently transmitted from cell towers and satellites. It is not a balloon or a blimp. It is a high-altitude airship.
Made of Space age Materials and powered by solar powered electrical engines, each Stratellite will reach its final altitude by utilizing proprietary lifting gas technology. Once in place at 65,000 feet (approx. 13 miles) and safely above the jet stream, each Stratellite will remain in one GPS coordinate, providing the ideal wireless transmission platform. The Stratellites are unmanned airships and will be monitored from the Company's Operation Centers on the ground.
A Stratellite will have a payload capacity of several thousand pounds and clear line-of-sight to approximately 300,000 square miles, an area roughly the size of Texas .
The Stratellite is similar to a satellite in concept, but is stationed in the stratosphere rather than in orbit. Existing satellites provide easy "download" capabilities, but because of their high altitude are not practical for commercially viable "two-way" high-speed data communication. The Stratellite will allow subscribers to easily communicate in "both directions" using readily available wireless devices.
Once the US National Wireless Broadband Network is completed, Sanswire will be able to provide voice, video, and broadband Internet access to all parts of the country.
Our subscribers will be able to sit in their home on a laptop computer while connected to the Internet at high-speed. If they need to go to the office or across town, they simply close the laptop and take off. When they get to their destination, they open their laptop and they are still on the Internet. If they need to travel to another city, they simply take their laptop with them and when they get to where they are going, they open their laptop again and they are still connected. No more finding local access numbers. No more tying up phone lines. No more modem hassles. And more importantly, no more slow speeds.

Supercomputers

2006-03-17T10:45:00.000-02:00

CPUShare has been founded by Andrea Arcangeli with the goal of connecting together the computers of the Internet in order to create a general purpose Low Cost and World Wide Supercomputer available to everybody to use in a matter of minutes, controlled by a market for the CPU resources that chooses the price of the CPU resources using the supply and demand law in real time.
CPUShare allows the home users to be rewarded with cash and in turn to profit from the significant power of their hardware that otherwise would be wasted every day.