A perfect day in Las Vegas

A slice of desert that has transformed itself into one of the most lavish places on earth, Las Vegas is a neon-clad metropolis where dreams come down to the turn of a card. But look beyond the lights of the Strip for local flare and natural beauty.
Morning

Start the day off in true Vegas fashion at Le Village Buffet(3655 Las Vegas Blvd S; Paris Las Vegas). French classics such as crêpes and brie cheese are served alongside local standards including peel-and-eat jumbo shrimp.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

Before leaving ‘Paris’, take the elevator to the top of the mock Eiffel Tower for panoramic views of the Strip. Stay long enough to catch the quarter-hourly performances of the Bellagio fountains, a clichéd but quintessential Vegas experience.
Midday

It’s time to walk off the extra calories. Head over to the brand new CityCenter Las Vegas (3730 Las Vegas Blvd S), a collection of modernist hotels, residences, malls and casinos that is the Strip’s most luxurious offering to date.

Brushed metal, sparkling glass and polished stone accentuate the dramatic architecture of the Aria Resort & Casino. High limit tables lure in the serious punters, while swish lounges swarm with buzzing socialites.

A perfect day in Las Vegas

European Athletics 2010: Brit Farah wins 10,000m gold

European Athletics Championships 2010
Venue: Barcelona Dates: 27 July - 1 August
Coverage: Watch live on BBC HD, BBC One, BBC Two and BBC Sport website (UK users only); Live coverage on BBC Radio 5 live; Highlights of the biggest events on demand online (UK only).
Mo Farah clinched Great Britain's first gold medal of the 2010 European Championships in Barcelona by storming to victory in the men's 10,000m. reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

Farah, 27, came home in a time of 28 minutes, 24.99 seconds, finishing ahead of fellow Brit Chris Thompson, who made it a GB one-two in the event.

The bronze went to Italy's Daniele Meucci who lost out to Thompson by a fraction of a second on the line.

It was GB's first-ever European 10,000m gold and Farah's first major title.

He had to settle for silver at the 2006 European Championships in Gothenburg in the 5,000m, so gold in Barcelona represented redemption for the Somalia-born athlete.

European Athletics 2010: Brit Farah wins 10,000m gold

Lance Armstrong retires from cycling for second time

Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong has announced he is to retire from cycling for a second time.

The 38-year-old American quit the sport in 2005 before returning last year but he announced last month that 2010 would be the last time he rode the Tour.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

Armstrong finished 40 minutes behind winner Alberto Contador in 23rd place.

"This race has been good to me but I can't lie - I'm ready to retire part two," said Armstrong, who crashed on a number of occasions during the race.

"I was just glad that three weeks of suffering is over and I get to go home. I don't have to stress about racing every day.

"I have a lot of happiness, a lot of good memories, just a lot of good times here.

Lance Armstrong retires from cycling for second time

Goalkeeper David James delays Celtic signing talks

England World Cup goalkeeper David James has delayed a visit to Glasgow for possible signing talks with Celtic because of a family issue.

Manager Neil Lennon considers the 39-year-old to be the ideal replacement for Artur Boruc, now at Fiorentina.

Lennon has Pole Lukasz Zaluska and American Dominic Cervi but wants a major figure in goal as he continues to rebuild the team.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

James' former club Portsmouth withdrew an offer they made to him in May.

Sunderland manager Steve Bruce confirmed his interest in James on Saturday, giving the veteran the opportunity to continue to play in the Premier League in England.

James made 138 appearances for Pompey and, according to club administrator Andrew Andronikou, wanted to be their player-manager.

However, Steve Cotterill was appointed to the Portsmouth hot seat and the Fratton Park side have decided to withdraw the offer they made to their keeper after he failed to commit his future to them.

Goalkeeper David James delays Celtic signing talks

S Korea-US military exercise begins in the Sea of Japan

The US and South Korea have begun a major military exercise in the Sea of Japan, despite threats of retaliation from North Korea.
The navy and air force manoeuvres involve 20 ships, 200 planes and 8,000 US and South Korean personnel.

Washington and Seoul say they want to send a clear signal to the North following the sinking of a South Korean warship in March.

An international investigation said a North Korean torpedo sank the ship.
However, the claim has been angrily denied by Pyongyang.
reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES
On Saturday, North Korea threatened to use its nuclear deterrent in a retaliatory, "sacred war" in response to the exercise.

The BBC's John Sudworth, who is aboard one of the warships, says the show of strength is intended to rattle Pyongyang's military and political elite.

But some observers are questioning whether the display of military power will simply galvanise the hardliners inside the isolated country, he says.

North Korea's inflammatory rhetoric is nothing new, he adds, but the rising tension is causing concern, with China urging all parties to show restraint.

The South Korean defence ministry said the manoeuvres had been relocated from the sensitive Yellow Sea to the Sea of Japan following protests from China, North Korea's ally.

S Korea-US military exercise begins in the Sea of Japan

Geo’s reporter Anwar hurt in Hyderabad ambush

Updated at: Sunday, July 25, 2010
HYDERABAD: Unknown assailant(s) opened fire at Geo News’ van, injuring reporter Anwar Kamal and driver Naseem seriously here at Thandi Sarak, A PAKISTAN TIMES reported late Saturday.

Two were rushed to a local hospital where they are being provided medical aid.

According to details, Anwar Kamal along driver Naseem was on his way to Hyderabad on Geo’s van after covering a news event relating to Dadu-Manchar Lake, when unknown gunmen on motorcycle opened indiscriminate fire at van.

The ambush took place in front of GOR police station, a woman police station, but the assailants could not be identified who, all of a sudden, succeeded to flee the crime scene, sources said.

Anwar Kamal received a bullet on his left shoulder, hospital sources confirmed to media.

DIG Hyderabad Fayyaz Laghari said security at all the city’s entrance and exit points has been beefed up.

Geo’s reporter Anwar hurt in Hyderabad ambush

Chenab floodwater heading to Qadirabad

Updated at: 1105 PST, Friday, July 23, 2010
LAHORE: Floodwater from River Chenab is heading to Qadirabad while reports of high-level flood in River Chenab at Head Khanki and Head Marala positions are reaching here,reported BY
A PAKISTAN TIMES.

The high-level flood is feared to hit Qadirabad sometimes at 12 pm today, Flood Warning Center said.

FWC has issued warning of high-level flood heading to hit Qadirabad as water level is constantly rising here.
sources:www.geo.tv

Chenab floodwater heading to Qadirabad

Ultra Chic Fall Fashion Accessories

Make an eye catching fashion statement this fall season with the hottest ultra chic fall fashion trends and accessories. Diamond studded tank watches, rainbow bright bib necklaces, sleek and sexy headbands, embossed carry-all handbags and peep-toe booties are the must-have accessories for the fall season.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES
Classic Tank Watches

The tank watch was designed by Louis Cartier in 1917 and quickly became one of the most coveted watch designs in history. The linear lines of the watch are simply striking and work extremely well with a variety of clothing styles and trends.

An asymmetrical tank watch worn with a pair of black leggings, a ruffled or pleated shirt and a long belted cardigan creates a sleek and edgy look. The classic tank watch with diamond studded details looks amazing when worn with a flirty tweed skirt, cap sleeved blouse and cashmere sweater. For a more casual style invest in a gold plated tank watch with extra slim straps and wear it with a pair of trousers, a tunic top and cropped jacket.

sources:womensfashion.suite101.com

Ultra Chic Fall Fashion Accessories

Hundreds of dead penguins wash ashore in Brazil

SAO PAULO — Hundreds of penguins that apparently starved to death are washing up on the beaches of Brazil, worrying scientists who are still investigating what's causing them to die.

About 500 of the black-and-white birds have been found just in the last 10 days on Peruibe, Praia Grande and Itanhaem beaches in Sao Paulo state, said Thiago do Nascimento, a biologist at the Peruibe Aquarium.

Most were Magellan penguins migrating north from Argentina, Chile and the Falkland Islands in search of food in warmer waters.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

Many are not finding it: Autopsies done on several birds revealed their stomachs were entirely empty — indicating they likely starved to death, Nascimento said.

Scientists are investigating whether strong currents and colder-than-normal waters have hurt populations of the species that make up the penguins' diet, or whether human activity may be playing a role.

"Overfishing may have made the fish and squid scarcer," Nascimento said.

Nascimento said it's common for penguins to swim north this time of year. Inevitably, some get lost along the way or die from hunger or exhaustion, and end up on the Brazilian coast far from home.

But not in such numbers — Nascimento said about 100 to 150 live penguins show up on the beach in an average year, and only 10 or so are dead.

"What worries us this year," he said, "is the absurdly high number of penguins that have appeared dead in a short period of time."
sources:www.msnbc.msn.com

Hundreds of dead penguins wash ashore in Brazil

Girl, 12, Uses Facebook to Report Rape

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- A 12-year-old girl used Facebook and an internet-enabled iPod to report a sexual assault by her mother's ex-boyfriend.

The girl told police she was home with Raymond Cesmat after her mother left for the night to stay over at her new boyfriend's house.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

The girl's mother and Cesmat had split up, but continued to rent the home together.

According to a criminal complaint, Cesmat entered the girl's room and tried to pull off her pants.

She was able to beat him off rushed to her iPod and found Facebook to find help.

But before help arrived, she said Cesmat returned to the room. This time, he sexually assaulted her.
sources:www.ktla.com

Girl, 12, Uses Facebook to Report Rape

Small Screens, Big Budgets

By AMY CHOZICK

For its new gangster series "Boardwalk Empire," HBO built a $5 million, 300-foot-long boardwalk on the Brooklyn waterfront to recreate Atlantic City circa 1920. The set required 150 tons of steel and includes historical elements like the Baby Incubator, an actual nursery where tourists could gawk at tiny, premature infants.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES
The 12 episodes produced for the first season employed more than 300 crew members, 225 actors in speaking roles and 1,000 extras. It took about 200 days to shoot, twice what a standard network drama would take.

Sumptuous historical epics have long been part of screen entertainment, from Cecil B. DeMille to "Gone With the Wind," "Ben-Hur" to "Braveheart." Now, a Renaissance is flourishing, and in an unlikely spot—cable TV. As broadcast networks cut back and fill the prime-time schedule with reality shows made on the cheap, pay-cable channels are splurging on lavish period pieces, and spending big money to mount these productions. Many of these series strive for high quality. Virtually all of them also take advantage of the looser cable environment to portray grisly violence, heaving décolletage and more.
sources:www.online.wsj.com

Small Screens, Big Budgets

30 dead in rain related incidents

QUETTA: Heavy rain hit parts of Balochistan as flood in Hanna Lake in district Barkhan of Balochistan killed at least 30 people, Reported By A Pakistan Times

Deputy Commissioner Barkhan said floods from Hannan Lake swept away 50 people in Barkhan. Bodies of thirty dead have been recovered whereas rescue and search work continued in flood-hit area.

Road links between Barkhan and Kohlu have been cut off as the downpours washed away Nardwala Bridge. Deputy Commissioner Kohlu Nasrullah Rind said emergency has been declared in Kohlu and affectees are being shifted to safer places.

Meanwhile, Commissioner Sibbi Division Qamar Masood told Geo News that more than 800 people have been trapped in floodwaters. National Disaster Management Authority has been requested to send boats to rescue marooned people whereas four helicopters of Pakistan Army have also been called to take part in rescue operation.

30 dead in rain related incidents

Tony Hawk: Still the World's Best Skateboarder at Age 42

Tony Hawk may very well be the greatest skateboarder of all time. At age 42, the legendary Hawk can still pull off a 900. For those who don't know, a "900" refers to a 900 degree aerial spin off of a skateboard ramp. This is one of the most insane skateboarding tricks, and Hawk is one of only four (in the world) who have ever pulled it off.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

Watch the video below as Hawk performs in front of more than 25,000 spectators at the Plaza del Mar beach in Barcelona.

P.S. If you're inspired, here's a collection of HowTo's straight from the master himself.
source:www.wonderhowto.com

Tony Hawk: Still the World's Best Skateboarder at Age 42

Kingston man arraigned in third child-rape case

A Kingston man awaiting trial in two child-rape cases was arraigned Wednesday on charges of raping a third child on hundreds of occasions earlier this decade.

Brockton Superior Court Judge Joseph Walker III ordered Joseph H. Gardner held on $1.5 million bail with surety or $150,000 cash bail.reported by A PAKISTAN TIMES

Gardner, 27, was already being held without bail after pleading innocent Dec. 14 to raping a 3-year-old girl when she was staying overnight at his apartment with her mother.

At the time of that alleged offense, Gardner was out on bail after pleading innocent three months earlier to breaking into a Kingston home and raping a 5-year-old girl.

Plymouth County prosecutors say publicity from those two cases prompted the victim in the latest case to come forward.

Gardner is accused of raping the child on 300 to 400 occasions from 1999 to 2002. The girl reportedly told a counselor about the alleged abuse.

Gardner was indicted by a grand jury July 2 and faces one count of forcible child rape. He faces four additional child-rape counts in juvenile court for encounters he allegedly had with the child while he was still a juvenile.

An arraignment date has not yet been set in juvenile court. Prosecutors will argue to have the charges transferred to Superior Court.

Gardner is due back in Brockton Superior Court on Aug. 23 for a pre-trial conference.
source:www.patriotledger.com

Kingston man arraigned in third child-rape case

E.M.T. Is Arrested in 5 Sexual Assaults in Brooklyn

An emergency medical technician for the Fire Department was arrested in a string of armed sexual assaults dating to 2001, including an attack on an 11-year-old girl July 11 this year, the police said Wednesday.REPORTED BY A PAKISTAN TIMES

The technician, Angus Pascall, 33, was accused of assaulting five women and girls between ages 11 and 22 in Brooklyn. He was captured on Tuesday after the latest victim copied down the license plate number of a car that she was forced into at gunpoint.

“That’s how this case was broken,” Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly said.

The woman, 20, was walking in the area of Canarsie on Monday afternoon when the suspect forced her into his car and raped her, the police said. He pushed her out of the vehicle and took off after the attack.
SOURCE:www.nytimes.com

E.M.T. Is Arrested in 5 Sexual Assaults in Brooklyn

Craig Ferguson Comes Fourth To Feel Boston Passion

SPORTS NEWS:Baseball Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley, left, talks to ‘Late Late Show’ host Craig Ferguson.
Baseball Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley recently told ‘Late Late Show’ host Craig Ferguson that although he’s remembered in Cooperstown for being an Oakland A’s pitcher, ‘my allegiance is now with Boston.’
Eck, who appeared last night on the pretaped CBS talk show, said why wouldn’t it be? ‘(The fans) treat me wonderfully. That is why I haven’t left. No one cares in Oakland. The passion is in Boston.’
Ferguson, who played the Wilbur Theatre last night, will get a bigger taste of that Boston passion when he hosts the city’s televised Fourth of July festivities on the Esplanade tomorrow. He better put some cheese on it!

Craig Ferguson Comes Fourth To Feel Boston Passion