Beyoncé Covers ‘Vogue’ India, Listen to Grown Woman

The Beyoncé reign won't just let up. Ha!  The Pop Icon graces the cover of Vogue India in a stunning Marni and Haider Ackermann ensemble. Other images include her in Rochas, and Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci which were all shot by photographer Patrick Demarchilier.

Here are some take aways from the interview she granted the Magazine.

On her daughter Blue Ivy carter:
“She’s my road dog,” Beyoncé says. “She’s my homey, my best friend.”
  
On her body:
“Right now, after giving birth, I really understand the power of my body,” she says. “I just feel my body means something completely different. I feel a lot more confident about it. Even being heavier, thinner, whatever. I feel a lot more like a woman. More feminine, more sensual. And no shame.”

On her new music:
“It is a lot more sensual… empowering.”

Talking about her new music, here is the extended snippet of 'Grown Woman'. Enjoy!

 

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iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S4: Drop Test

The Samsung Galaxy S4 has amazing features, but the Iphone 5 still beats it in durability and that we can tell from a drop test of both smartphones in the video above.
Dropping the Galaxy S4 and iPhone 5 from various heights onto concrete as can be seen in the phone, both phones show their levels of durability of which the Iphone 5 clearly beats the Samsung Galaxy S4

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First Gay Athlete: Jason Collins Says He's Gay

34-year-old Washington Wizards Center Jason Collins has just disclosed he is gay. In the May 6, 2013 issue of Sports Illustrated, Collins talks about his decision to come out despite the controversy of gays in sports:

 "I'm a 34-year-old NBA center. I'm black. And I'm gay."

I didn't set out to be the first openly gay athlete playing in a major American team sport. But since I am, I'm happy to start the conversation. I wish I wasn't the kid in the classroom raising his hand and saying, "I'm different." If I had my way, someone else would have already done this. Nobody has, which is why I'm raising my hand.
My journey of self-discovery and self-acknowledgement began in my hometown of Los Angeles and has taken me through two state high school championships, the NCAA Final Four and the Elite Eight, and nine playoffs in 12 NBA seasons.
I've played for six pro teams and have appeared in two NBA Finals. Ever heard of a parlor game called Three Degrees of Jason Collins? If you're in the league, and I haven't been your teammate, I surely have been one of your teammates' teammates. Or one of your teammates' teammates' teammates.
Now I'm a free agent, literally and figuratively. I've reached that enviable state in life in which I can do pretty much what I want. And what I want is to continue to play basketball. I still love the game, and I still have something to offer. My coaches and teammates recognize that. At the same time, I want to be genuine and authentic and truthfu

   On why he is coming out the closet now:

Well, I started thinking about this in 2011 during the NBA player lockout. I'm a creature of routine. When the regular season ends I immediately dedicate myself to getting game ready for the opener of the next campaign in the fall. But the lockout wreaked havoc on my habits and forced me to confront who I really am and what I really want. With the season delayed, I trained and worked out. But I lacked the distraction that basketball had always provided. The first relative I came out to was my aunt Teri, a superior court judge in San Francisco. Her reaction surprised me. "I've known you were gay for years," she said. From that moment on I was comfortable in my own skin. In her presence I ignored my censor button for the first time. She gave me support. The relief I felt was a sweet release. Imagine you're in the oven, baking. Some of us know and accept our sexuality right away and some need more time to cook. I should know -- I baked for 33 years.
When I was younger I dated women. I even got engaged. I thought I had to live a certain way. I thought I needed to marry a woman and raise kids with her. I kept telling myself the sky was red, but I always knew it was blue.
I realized I needed to go public when Joe Kennedy, my old roommate at Stanford and now a Massachusetts congressman, told me he had just marched in Boston's 2012 Gay Pride Parade. I'm seldom jealous of others, but hearing what Joe had done filled me with envy. I was proud of him for participating but angry that as a closeted gay man I couldn't even cheer my straight friend on as a spectator. If I'd been questioned, I would have concocted half truths. What a shame to have to lie at a celebration of pride. I want to do the right thing and not hide anymore. I want to march for tolerance, acceptance and understanding. I want to take a stand and say, "Me, too."

The recent Boston Marathon bombing reinforced the notion that I shouldn't wait for the circumstances of my coming out to be perfect. Things can change in an instant, so why not live truthfully? When I told Joe a few weeks ago that I was gay, he was grateful that I trusted him. He asked me to join him in 2013. We'll be marching on June 8.
No one wants to live in fear. I've always been scared of saying the wrong thing. I don't sleep well. I never have. But each time I tell another person, I feel stronger and sleep a little more soundly. It takes an enormous amount of energy to guard such a big secret. I've endured years of misery and gone to enormous lengths to live a lie. I was certain that my world would fall apart if anyone knew. And yet when I acknowledged my sexuality I felt whole for the first time. I still had the same sense of humor, I still had the same mannerisms and my friends still had my back.
Believe it or not, my family has had bigger shocks. Strange as it seems today, my parents expected only one child in 1978. Me. When I came out (for the first time) the doctors congratulated my mother on her healthy, seven-pound, one-ounce baby boy. "Wait!" said a nurse. "Here comes another one!" The other one, who arrived eight minutes later and three ounces heavier, was Jarron. He's followed me ever since, to Stanford and to the NBA, and as the ever-so-slightly older brother I've looked out for him.
I had a happy childhood in the suburbs of L.A. My parents instilled in us an appreciation of history, art and, most important, Motown. Jarron and I weren't allowed to listen to rap until we were 12. After our birthday I dashed to Target and bought DJ Quik's album Quik Is the Name. I memorized every line. It was around this time that I began noticing subtle differences between Jarron and me. Our twinness was no longer synchronized. I couldn't identify with his attraction to girls.

I feel blessed that I recognized my own attractions. Though I resisted my impulses through high school, I knew that when I was ready I had someone to turn to: my uncle Mark in New York. I knew we could talk without judgment, and we did last summer. Uncle Mark is gay. He and his partner have been in a stable relationship forever. For a confused young boy, I can think of no better role model of love and compassion.
I didn't come out to my brother until last summer. His reaction to my breakfast revelation was radically different from Aunt Teri's. He was downright astounded. He never suspected. So much for twin telepathy. But by dinner that night, he was full of brotherly love. For the first time in our lives, he wanted to step in and protect me.

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Video: Ray J "I Hit It First'' Ft Kim Kardashian lookalike

 Ray J drops the visuals to 'I Hit It First'. He usese a Kim K lookalike also reenacts their infamous sex tape plus few shots at Kanye West. Brand's brother previous stated the song was not about Kim Kardashia nor Kanye West, now take a look at the official visual aid to to the single "I Hit It First" and you decide.

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Sean Kingston Ft. Chris Brown x Wiz Khalifa “Beat It” (Video)

Sean Kingston throws a pool party in Malibu for his 'Beat It' video feat Chris Brown and Wiz Khalifa.

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Iron Man 3 grosses $200 million in 5 days

Iron Man 3 has surpassed last year's epic superhero team-up movie 'The Avengers' by grossing nearly $200 million in the international box office.
The movie's total haul, which includes openings in Europe, Asia, Australia and South America, surpasses the $185.1 million earned by 'The Avengers' last year.
According to Dave Hollis, Disney's distribution executive: ''The surprise is the magnitude of this opening, not necessarily that audiences are responding to the movie. We believe this to be a strong indication of what will lead to extraordinary word-of-mouth worldwide.
''As people start reading headlines of the size of this opening, I suspect it will act as a catalyst for the Thursday night opening Stateside.''
The United Kingdom led the way, where the flick grossed $21.5 million in its opening weekend, while Korea and Australia followed with $19.2 and $18.4 million respectively.
The action movie's blockbuster takings are all the more impressive as it has yet to open in the United States, Russia, Germany and China.
'Iron Man 3' is predicted to shatter the overseas grosses of its predecessors, 2008's 'Iron Man' and 2010's 'Iron Man 2', and it is predicted to open with $120 million when it hits cinemas in the US on May 3.

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Buying Flowers Online: Mother's Day

Mother's Day is on Sunday, the 12th of May 2013. Mothers day is one of the best moments to show love and appreciation to our mothers. We do this by sending them gifts in form of cards, flowers and other gift items to show them how much we love and appreciate them. Flowers are mostly used to show love and appreciation to mothers on this day because they symbolize love, affection and appreciation. Flowers evoke love, happiness and admiration.

Mother's Day is a time to show love to your mother by getting her amazing gifts such as a bouquet of Mother's Day flowers. Whether you choose to give them a dozen classic, long-stem red roses, or something more fantastic like orchids or calla lilies, giving your mother nice flowers on Mother's day is a great way to tell and show her you love and appreciate all she's done for you over the years.

And yes, moms love flowers - especially the nice smelling ones!

Running late with getting that great flower for mom this Mothers Day? Never worry as you could still buy flowers online with instant delivery for your mom. It's as simple as sitting over your laptop, browsing a collection of flowers online and selecting one or two for that special mother this mothers day.

Why buy Flowers Online?

If you have a busy schedule and don’t have the time to personally visit your local florist and select flowers from their catalog, then you can easily opt to buy flowers online. Shopping online offers several advantages. A trusted online flower delivery service combines the convenience of never leaving your home or office with the ability to sample pictures of different bouquets online before you buy. No matter which method you choose, your fresh flower delivery will be a great gift for your mom this mothers day.

Buying flowers online

You could send that great mothers day flower to your mother without having to leave your home or office by simply placing an order online! An online flower sales and delivery service will have your flower order delivered directly to the home or office of your mom. There are many options available for sending the flowers which includes companies that ship do-it-yourself style flowers in cardboard boxes and services that hand-deliver flowers already arranged in a vase.

Best place to buy flowers online

With over 30 years of gifting expertise,1800flowers is a leader in the floral industry. 1800flowers is a reputable company that that sells and delivers all types of flowers for all purposes. Whether for Valentines, mothers day, anniversary and gifts. 1800flowers offers a myriad of fresh plants. This includes beautiful house plants that are perfect for gifts, ranging from orchid plants, bamboo, planter gardens and a variety of blooming plants. They also offer many exceptional fruit and gourmet baskets, from traditional fruit baskets to novelty baskets. 

The company gives you the opportunity to buy flowers online and send to that special mother directly. More exciting is the fact that they give you the ability to personalize your order by adding chocolates, stuffed animals or balloons.What’s more, they offer same day delivery on all bouquets. They have some positive reviews from customers and are offering fantastic mothers day deals on mothers day gifts you could benefit from. So go get that fabulous flower today for your mom and wish a a great Mother's day!

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Jay Z and Beyonce show off Blue Ivy Carter in Paris

Beyoncé and Jay-Z totted Baby Blue - 15-month-old - her chubby cheeks in tow - to a laid-back lunch in Paris, France, on Thursday. In a graphic tee and denim, Blue dined with her superstar parents at neo-bistro style eatery Septime, where she was cuddle by Bey and smooched by Jay. The family are currently in Paris for Beyonce's Mrs Carter World Tour. The baby looks amazing. See more photos after the cut.

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Top Number Portability adverts (MTN, Airtel, Etisalat and Glo)

The recent introduction of number portability service into the Nigerian Telecommunications Industry by the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) is shaking up the base of top network providers in the country. This has led to a porting ad war amongst network providers in a bid to attract and/or keep customers - with both MTN and Etisalat at the receiving end of disses.
It seems the network provider, instead of improving their services (which are abysymally poor) are rather interested in wooing customers with hilarious adverts. Anyway if we are to oblige them and choose a network to port to based on the ads released so far, here are our picks. 

1. MTN



Etisalat didn't see this coming but it was a major loss for the network whose brand is almost now synonymous to ace comedian Saka. Saka was popular with the Etisalat brand and nobody expected him to 'port' to MTN. Hee is unveiled in the commercial as he sings the theme song, emphasizing on  'I don port o... to MTN. Hilarious!

2. AIRTEL

Airtel kept it classy while taking shots at MTN. The ad shows a mobile man relocating from a dilapidated yellow painted building (presumably MTN) to a cleaner posh neighbourhood with houses painted red.Classy!

3. GLO



Glo also takes a swipe at MTN but we are not feeling the ad. We are not convinced enough to switch to Glo with this ad. We hope they will come up with a new portability ad since this one was released last year.

Etisalat
Etisalat is yet to respond to the MTN diss by releasing their own porting commercial but we know they have something funny in their sleeves. We see Etisalat beating them all in this game.

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Justin Timberlake Performs 'Mirrors' on Ellen

With his platinum certified album, The 20/20 Experience still sitting in the top 5 on Billboard since release, Justin Timberlake, along with his Tennessee Kids Band took to Ellen perform 'Mirrors' off the album. Nice!

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Google Marks Queen of Jazz Ella Fitzgerald's Birthday with Doodle

Google is today commemorating Ella Fitzgerald's 96th birthday with a Google Doodle. Ella Fitzgerald was a remarkable jazz vocalist with a vocal range spanning three octaves. Her vocal range and perfect pitch won her the monikers 'Queen of Jazz', 'the First Lady of Song' and 'Lady Ella'.

The doodle, which shows the American singer performing on stage, is published on what would have been her 96th birthday. She was born on 25 April 1917 and died on 15 June 1996 at the age of 79.

In a career that spanned six decades, Fitzgerald recorded with other great figures including Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Louis Armstrong.

Her repertoire included jazz, show tunes, bossa nova and opera.

With more than 200 albums, sales of 40m and 13 Grammy awards, Ella Fitzgerald is best known for her series of Songbook albums, celebrating songwriters such as Ellington, Cole Porter and the Gershwins.

Her rise to fame was spurred by regular guest appearances on several major US TV shows, including the Bing Crosby Show, the Frank Sinatra Show, the Ed Sullivan Show, the Tonight Show, the Nat King Cole Show, the Andy Willams Show and the Dean Martin Show.

She was awarded the national medal of arts In 1987 by US president Ronald Reagan.

She gave her final concert at New York's Carnegie Hall in 1991.

Here is a song from Ella Fitzgerald in celebration of her birthday!

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Beyoncé Debuts New Song in H&M Summer Commercial (Video)

Beyoncé drops some new music "Standing on the Sun" for her H&M Summer Commercial. On the commercial, she says:

“I’ve always liked H&M’s focus on fun and affordable fashion,”. “I really loved the concept we collaborated on to explore the different emotions of women represented by the four elements—fire, water, earth and wind. It was a beautiful shoot on a tropical island. It felt more like making a video than a commercial.”

Catch the new song in the sizzling H&M commercial below

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Gywneth Palthrow is People Magazine's Most Beautiful Woman in The World 2013

A lot of critics disagree with actress Gywneth Palthrow being named the Most Beautiful Woman In The World by People magazine but I think she looks pretty amazing for her age and considering she's had two growing kids. Anyway this is some good publicity for the Iron Man 3 movie hitting theaters next month on which she co-stared. Good Publicity!
The actress credits her workout routine for keeping her youthful. Here's a glimpse of her interview with People Magazine.

"It makes me look younger and feel strong," says the actress [about her workout routine], who does the Tracy Anderson Method five days a week. "When I first started, I thought, 'I'll never be good at this. This is a nightmare!' But now it's like brushing my teeth, I just do it."
 More importantly, she hopes to instill a good body image in both her kids, especially now that her daughter is starting to become interested in things like makeup. "When we're home sometimes, she'll put on mascara. And sometimes I'll let her wear something out to dinner – but just a little dab," she says.
"Also having a father who adores you the way that he adores her is very good for your body image. The more we can love her and let her be who she is, the more confident she'll feel."

The magazine hits newsstands this Friday with her full interview. Here are some shots of  Gywneth Palthrow- The Most Beautiful Woman in the World.

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Kate Middleton Dazzles in Spring Pregnancy Dress. Baby's Name Revealed

We love ourselves some Kate Middleton and her fabulous fashion taste is one reason why we love her. The Pregnant Duchess of Cambridge visited the Willows Primary School in Manchester, England, on Wednesday, and looked quite glamorous in her growing baby bump in a navy and raspberry print Erdem shift dress.
She was all smiles as she launched a charitable project designed to help children and their families in the under-privileged community combat chemical addiction. The new initiative will be supported by two of her charities, Place2Be and Action on Addiction, in partnership with Comic Relief and the Royal Foundation.

In related news, new reports have confirmed our earlier story  that the royal family are expecting a baby girl this July. A close family friend tells OK! magazine the royal baby will indeed be a girl. And her name is already picked out — Alexandra!

“They love the name. Wills has even tried it out when he talks to Kate’s baby bump,” disclosed the source.

Alexandra is a rather unconventional option than Diana or Elizabeth, believed to be the front-runners for the royal baby moniker, but it still is a salute to William’s family. His grandmother,Queen Elizabeth II, goes by a middle name Alexandra!

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Bill Gates under criticism for disrespecting South Korean president with casual handshake

The picture is quite funny. Very awkward greeting position for Bill Gates. We hope the President is not offended. The picture made headlines across South Korean newspapers, with headlines such as:

"Cultural difference, or an act of disrespect?" the JoongAng Ilbo wrote in the accompanying caption.

"Disrespectful handshake? Casual handshake?" the Dong-A Ilbo asked.

Cultural difference or disrespect? South Koreans are not happy and @msryu67 on twitter sums it up:

"Even considering the cultural difference, there is an appropriate manner for certain occasions ... how can he put his hand in his pocket when meeting a leader of the state?" she tweeted!

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Champions League Semi Finals: Bayern Munich v Barcelona match preview

What do you get when the two hottest football teams in Europe clash together. We will get to know as Bayern Munich welcomes Barcelona to the Allianz Arena tonight for the first leg of the Semi-Finals Champions League tie. Pointman Lionel Messi will be on hand to provide the necessary boost to his side as they face the Bayern tonight. We predict a draw but we sure know its going to be an epic night of football. Here are some tips to give you an insight on what to expect from the night.

Kick-off: Tuesday, 7.45pm

Referee:‬ V. Kassai‎

Previous meetings

Bayern Munich 1 (Ribery) Barcelona 1 (Keita), Champions League, knock-out phase, April 2009

Barcelona 4 (Messi 2, Eto’o, Henry) Bayern Munich 0, Champions League, knock-out phase, April 2009

Statistics

It's been eleven years since Barça were beaten on German soil, when they lost to Bayer Leverkusen in the 2001/02 group stages.

Barcelona have only won two of their last eight away games in all competitions (W2, D4, L2).

Gerard Pique, Jordi Alba and Alex Song will incur a ban with their next bookings.

Bayern Munich have not kept a clean sheet in their last 12 Champions League games at home against Spanish opposition.

Barcelona have only won one of their six competitive encounters with Bayern Munich.

Bayern have committed more fouls (137) and received more yellow cards (24) than any other team in this year’s tournament.


UK's Daily Independent Odds

Bayern Munich to win: 2.15

Barcelona to win: 3.3

Draw: 3.5

International Business Times Odds
Bayern Munich are 6/5 favorites to emerge with a victory from the first leg. A draw is available at 5/2, the same price as a Barcelona win.

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Top Affordable Cars: 2013 MINI Cooper Countryman

MINI vehicles have become a household name in the world of mini cars. The car brand, currently produced by European auto giants BMW has a long history dating back to 1959. It has been one of the favorite small cars because of its compact design, handling and fuel economy. Infact, at a time some of the world’s biggest celebrities including John Lennon, Steve McQueen and Mick Jagger all owned a MINI.

The MINI Cooper countryman is a model of the MINI vehicles and is among the favorites because of its roomy cabin and performance. Other models include the MINI Hatch, MINI Clubman, MINI Clubvan, MINI Convertible, MINI Coupe, MINI John Cooper Works, MINI Paceman and MINI Roadster.

The MINI countryman comes in four matching trims: the Cooper Front-wheel drive sport utility, Cooper S Front-wheel drive sport utility, Cooper S All-wheel drive ALL4 Sport utility and the John Cooper Works All-wheel drive All4 sport utility.

The different trims comes with different engine options: 1.6 - liter 121 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of toque for the Cooper, turbocharged 181 horsepower 177 lb-ft of toque for the Cooper S trims and 208 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque for the new John Cooper Works trim.

The 2013 MINI Cooper countryman features include a cargo space , HD radio technology, SiriusXm Satellite radio, 6-speed manual transmission, ABS, 7 airbags for safety, dynamic stability control, stainless steel pedals, and electric-power-assisted steering and sport seats.


2013 MINI Cooper Countryman Trim Prices and MPG

Cooper                                                      MSRP: $22,700   MPG: 35 highway/27 city


Cooper S                                                   MSRP: $26,300   MPG: 32 highway/26 city

Cooper S ALL4                                         MSRP: $28,000   MPG: 31 highway/25 city

John cooper works                                    MSRP: 35,550     MPG: 31 highway/25 city.

The 2013 MINI Cooper Countryman is a nice car which is easy to drive. Apart from the introduction of a new trim model - The John Cooper Works Model and bench seat which now makes the car a 5-seater, nothing has really changed from the previous Cooper Countryman models. The spacious seats, comfortable leg room and cargo space all helps in adding value to the small car, providing fun and impressive driving experience. The Cooper Countryman is an economy car which in addition to being affordable ensures good fuel economy. USnews ranked it #7 out of 21 in affordable compact SUVs based on reviews, test drive, reliability and safety.

If you need a simple and affordable car which is easy to drive and handle while providing basic features that will see to a fun driving experience, you should add the 2013 MINI Cooper Countryman to your shopping list. MINI of Baltimore dealership is a top online dealer of MINI vehicles. They offer the best deals  on MINI cars and parts, financing and advise in the USA.

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2013 Jaguar XF Review

The Jaguar XF is a luxury sports sedan manufactured by British automaker Jaguar. It is one of the two most popular sedans of the auto company. The other is the Jaguar XJ. The XF brand was introduced in 2007 to replace the Jaguar S-type. The brand has continued to generate attention since then with its luxurious sporty design and superb performance. The XF flaunts an impressive level of luxury and technology from exterior to interior with superb styling and cutting edge technology.

For 2013, the Jaguar XF makes a few changes which includes new engines and power-train lineup. There is an intelligent stop-start which helps in improving fuel economy and lowering CO2 emissions. The manufacturers aimed to build a luxury car that can tolerate extreme weather conditions with this year's model. According to Jaguar's Brand Director, Adrian Hallmark “The car proved to be even more ready for the extreme conditions than those commonly encountered by car owners in North America and Russia. Deep snow, icy gravel, rutted frozen mud were constant companions in the expedition of the vehicles. But today, we are ready to say that our Jaguar sedans perfectly tolerate such harsh winters.”


The 2013 Jaguar XF comes in six reviewed models available in rear wheel or all wheel drive. This includes:

• The XF
• XF 3.0 
• XF 3.0 AWD 
• XF Supercharged 
• XFR 
• XFR –S (yet to be released)

The XF which is the entry model of the Jaguar XF features a new eight speed automatic, 2.0 liter 240 horsepower i4 turbocharged engine with a 3.0 mpg/highway. Other features include a 7-inch-full-colour touch screen, Rosewood Veneer, automatic bi-function HID Xenon headlights, 3-stage heated front seats, Bond grain leather seat facings, power moonroof automatic climate control and rear parking aid.

The XF 3.0 and XF 3.0 AWD comes with a new eight speed automatic, 340 horsepower 3.0 liter V6 engine with intelligent stop/start and all the standard XF features. MPG is at 28/highway and 26/highway respectively.

The XF supercharged carries a new eight speed automatic 470 horsepower 5.0 liter V8 engine with other features including Quad exhaust tips, keyless entry, 30GB hard drive (which can be used to store music), hard drive based GPS navigation system with traffic message channel, interactive voice functionality and a 16/12-way power front seats.

The XFR, the top model of the Jaguar XF brand, comes with a new eight speed automatic, 510 horsepower 5.0 liter V8 engine. it is the sportiest and most luxurious of the luxury sedan segment. Apart from having all standard features of other XF models, the Jaguar XFR also sports a 60/40 split-folding rear seats with ski hatch and bag, a powered rear window sunblind, Dark Oak Veneer, 18/14-way power front seats, a 20-inch alloy wheels with summer performance and a Meridian 825-watt Surround Sound audio system among others.

In all, the 2013 Jaguar XF is a great luxury sedan which offers sports styling, performance and superb technology. Go for it if you need a sporty sedan which offers luxury and performance. The model you may select depends on what you want from the car and your budget. Reedman Jaguar dealer of PA is a foremost dealer of Jaguar autos. Visit them for more information on Jaguar cars, deals, purchase, rentals, parts and servicing.

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Early Postive Reviews for Iron Man 3

Disney recently held a press screening of "Iron Man 3." And while full reviews are currently embargoed until May 3rd, the studio gave permission for critics to post their reactions on Twitter. Here are some of the reactions of the critics as posted on their Twitter accounts. The reactions so far are positive. Iron Man 3 hits Theaters nationwide May 3rd.
Sarah Rappaport: Iron Man 3 was great. Funny, clever and full of real surprises.

Niall Doherty: So disappointed by Iron Man 3. It felt like an MTV Movie Awards skit.

Simon Thompson: Iron Man 3 is good fun. Equal measures humor, heart, action and brain. A good time movie that totally delivers.

Becky Reed: I thought The Avengers set the bar impossibly high. Nope. Iron Man 3 is thrilling, moving, funny and hugely satisfying, with AWESOME action.

Sam Ashurst: I'm still a bit in shock about how good Iron Man 3 is.

Josh Wilding: IRON MAN 3 is amazing. Quite possibly the best solo Marvel movie yet. There's a twist which might upset some, but I loved it!

 Matt Risley: I loved it. Surprising, action-packed and with bags of energy. Great fun.

Alex Mullane: Iron Man 3 is AWESOME. Completely erases the memory of it's dull, muddled predecessor. Marvel Phase 2 is off to a hell of a start.

Charlie The Unicorn: Iron Man 3 is 10000000000 times better than you could ever imagine. This film makes The Avengers (my favorite) look like a joke.

Henry Fitzherbert: Great character development, lots of humor and charm. Not quite sure what the villain was trying to achieve though.

Jamie Graham: Iron Man 3 is very entertaining, pleasing, unpredictable. It's smart, funny, substantial and action-packed. GREAT villain.

Screen One: Iron Man 3. Best of the series. Fantastic start to finish. Plus Sir Ben Kingsley absolutely nails it.

Sarah Rappaport: Iron Man 3 was great. Funny, clever and full of real surprises.

Niall Doherty: So disappointed by Iron Man 3. It felt like an MTV Movie Awards skit.

Simon Thompson: Iron Man 3 is good fun. Equal measures humor, heart, action and brain. A good time movie that totally delivers.

Becky Reed: I thought The Avengers set the bar impossibly high. Nope. Iron Man 3 is thrilling, moving, funny and hugely satisfying, with AWESOME action.

Sam Ashurst: I'm still a bit in shock about how good Iron Man 3 is.

Josh Wilding: IRON MAN 3 is amazing. Quite possibly the best solo Marvel movie yet. There's a twist which might upset some, but I loved it

 In related news, Gameloft has confirmed the Iron Man 3 game will launch on Android and iOS together on April 25th. Catch the game trailer below. The Iron Man 3 contest is also running. Enter and stand a chance to win a Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Entries end May 31.

 [CBM]

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Top Affordable Cars: FIAT 500 Pop

In continuation of my top affordable cars series, I will be reviewing the FIAT 500 Pop super-mini car, as one of the top affordable cars you could get out there.

The FIAT 500 Pop hatchback is the base trim option of the FIAT 500 manufactured by top Italian auto maker FIAT. Other trim options of the car include the FIAT 500 sport and the FIAT 500 lounge.
The 500 Pop is an attractive eco-friendly mini car reputed for its reliability and super gas mileage. There is no denying the fact that the staggering economy has made fuel efficient cars a necessity. If your car uses fuel efficiently, it saves you more money, and vice versa. FIAT 500 Pop provides great value for money with a wonderful performance.

The 500 Pop works with a 1.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine that produce 101 horsepower which is great, considering its small size. It comes with two transmission options: a 5-speed manual transmission option and a 6-speed automatic transmission option. It uses an Automatic Brake System complete with EBD.

The 500 Pop performs well for its size and is easy to drive. It handles well in the city and on the highway with great mileage. The FIAT 500 Pop MPG is at 30 city/38 highway.

Interior 
Apart from the limited cabin space in the back seat, the 500 Pop interior is pretty standard for its size. Inside, there is a large circular speedometer and rev counter, a plastic covered dashboard and two comfortable front seats with enough leg space.

Features include 7 air bags for safety (two front airbags, two curtain bags, two side airbags and a knee-bag). Others are power locks, power windows and mirrors, an electric power steering and specific upholstery which has either Ivory or Black elements.

The 2013 FIAT 500 Pop has an Alphine saved system and a new (optional) Beats Audio premium sound system. It lacks a factory fitted air conditioning system but this could be installed by the car owner.

Exterior
The cute little car maintains an exterior compact design with rounded corners reminiscent of BMW’s MINI but with an Italian feel. The body was designed with an amazing front and rear fascia with a bold FIAT logo showing remarkably in the front and rear of the car. The stylish small car also comes equipped with daytime running lights, electric wing mirrors and a 175/65 R14” steel wheels with wheel hubs.

All these amazing features have helped in making the FIAT 500 Pop a fun and lovable car. Visit Reedman FIAT in Langhorne for the best FIAT 500 Pop price deals, FIAT cars, sales, parts, servicing and rentals.

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Finding The Right Jeep Parts and Accessories For Your Jeep Vehicles

Jeeps are considered one of the favorite cars in America. People love Jeep vehicles because of their toughness and ruggedness. Jeep vehicles are capable of traversing rough terrains because of their tough build. The off-road vehicle whose first prototype was designed by the Army Department for the purposes of carrying personnel and supplies during the World War II is the perfect sports utility vehicle for all round purposes.
Over the years, Jeep has continued to deliver super upgrades and innovations on its vehicles which has seen it maintain its ranking as the top off-road sport utility vehicle in America and indeed worldwide. If you think Jeep vehicles traverses rough trains at rather slow speeds, then the all new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT (which offers high speed at rough terrains with super control, agility and stability) will prove you wrong.

Jeeps are however prone to show signs of wear and tear more often than other cars because of their heavy off-road usage. It is thus important you always inspect, monitor and maintain your Jeep parts and accessories in order to get the best out of your Jeep. Such parts as roll cages, racks, brake linings, axle, radiator, tail lights, Jeep bumpers, air filters, mirrors, PCV valves etc, require regular inspection and maintenance in order to keep the vehicle in fine working conditions. Damaged or scraped parts should be repaired or replaced as soon as they are noticed in other to prevent further damage and maintain the functionality of the vehicle.

Finding the right Jeep parts for your Jeep vehicle is an easy task today thanks to online auto parts dealership. Now you can just sit back in the comfort of your home and access advanced and original Jeep parts via your computer, and also get professional advice on the right parts replacement for your Jeep.

It is important you buy your jeep parts replacement based on the primary use of the vehicle, i.e. if you use it for normal or off-roading purposes. You should also ensure you purchase OEM Jeep parts because they are original parts manufactured by the vehicles original manufacturers and will last longer.

Holt DCJ of Dallas Parts Department has a vast inventory of genuine and performance OEM Jeep parts. They will assist you in ordering the right new Jeep parts for your Jeep vehicle and also answer any questions you may have about your jeep parts and accessories. Contact Holt DCJ of Dallas, a foremost online retailer of Jeep cars, parts and accessories for all your jeep vehicles, original parts, accessories, servicing, rentals and general advice.

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Buick: 110 Years of Luxury Cars and Crossovers

Buick, a premium brand of General Motors recently celebrated its 110th birthday; precisely on May 19, 2013. What it means is that Buick has been producing powerful, stylish and fuel efficient luxury cars and crossovers for 110 years now, making it the fourth oldest marque in the world. Its unique style and distinguished look makes it a timeless, quality and unique wonder on wheels. Buick has continued to gain popularity over time with its ever improving design, features and technology. Buick currently offers five vehicle models in America. The Encore and Enclave crossovers and the Lacrosse, Regal and Verano Sedans.

A brief history of Buick

After coming to Detroit from Scotland with his parents in 1956, founder of Buick David Dunbar Buick turned to building gasoline engines for boats on the Detroit River. He founded the Buick automobile brand in May 19, 1903. A firm he later sold to Flint Wagon Works in Flint, where the very first retail Buicks were built in 1904.

Top 10 Buick Facts/Milestones

1. The first production Buick, the model B was offered to retail customers in 1905.

2. Buick claimed U.S car leadership with production of 8,820 vehicles in 1908

3. Buick founder David Buick died March 5, 1929 aged 74 years.

4. Buick debuted its Estate Wagon in 1940.

5. Buick was the first major corporate sponsor of golf with the Buick Open at Warwick hills near Flint in 1958.

6. Buick rolled off its first production line in Shengai China in 2009. Buick currently has its biggest market in China.

7. Buick sales dropped about 330,000 units in America from 2002 to 2009.

8. Buick experienced its first increased sale in the U.S for the first time since 2002 in 2010.

9. Buick and GMC told dealers in March 2012 that they would introduce nine new or significantly updated models in the next 12 months beginning with the new Buick Enclave luxury crossover SUV and GMC Acadia crossover SUV.

10. Buick debuted its 2014 Buick Lacross and Regal at the New York International Auto Show in March 2013.

Buick auto-brand has made a reputation of delivering the best luxury, fuel efficient and technology advanced vehicles over the years. With the company’s drive to replicate its new success in China in America, expect to see more Buick cars in your city. Visit Williamson Buick of Miami for Buick car sales, servicing and financing.

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Pay Less For Products With Penny Auctions

What is a Penny auction

Penny auctions are all the rage on the internet and, believe it or not, they are legal. You may have heard of this shopping model before. They go a little something like this: buy a bid pack, bid on an auction with those bids and win a product! Sounds simple right? Well, that isn’t always the case.

Penny auctions require some skill in auction bidding and education about the online model, and it is within your best interest to tread carefully when you’re bidding on a product. It’s great that there are sites out there offering you the latest Chanel perfume, Juicy Couture handbag, or iPhone 5 at a heavily reduced price, but that is dependent on if you bid strategically. You will learn what to consider when you aim to pay less for products on penny auction sites in this article.

How To Win Penny Auctions

Stick With Popular Auction Sites
Larger Penny auction sites are more popular, reliable and safer than lesser known penny auctions online. A smaller penny auction site may appear to have great deals, but you could be bidding against scripts. Some start-up penny auction sites add scripts known as bots to their sites to give the illusion that they have hundreds of bidders, when in actuality they don’t. In the end, you spend bids with the mindset that you are competing with other people, but they are not human. Also, bots are illegal, so you are definitely better off spending your cash at a more reputable penny auction site.

Find Out Where They Ship
If you’ve won a penny auction, congratulations! But, are you sure your item can be shipped to you? Make sure you find out the countries to which a penny auction site will ship. If you live in the US, Canada or the UK, it’s very likely shipping won’t be an issue, but anywhere else might result in extra costs or result in you not being eligible to receive your auction win. You wouldn’t want that after all your hard effort bidding.

Bid in the Morning
Here’s the inside scoop. Beezid is a big penny auction site that has many bidders and experienced auction winners. If you are new to bidding and want an advantage, then bid on auctions that take place in the morning time. Beezidhas already made this public on their Twitter feed and it’s no surprise since many winners have walked away with auction products worth $42.99 for as little as $0.02.

Seek Auctions with Safeguards
Some penny auctions offer their customers safeguards when bidding. For instance, let’s say you were unsuccessful in an auction for a Samsung Galaxy tablet. Most reputable auctions will have some sort of buy-it-now feature, offering you the opportunity to buy the product and have all the bids you just spent returned to your account. Some sites will also provide penny auctions exclusive to newbies. Look out for things like cherry auctions or names like Guaranteed Win, which are designed and catered to bidders that might be trying out penny auctions for the first time.

Look For Promotional Events
On a normal day, bidding on a penny auction may sound like a good idea. However, you will see greater bang for your buck if you participate in auctions on sites that have a special promotional event happening. Look for things like events that include price freezes or refunds on bids. These are great ways to stretch your money and bids much further.

So as you can see, bidding on penny auctions can be a great opportunity to get your favorite designer brands for less. Just remember to do your homework before, go for more reputable sites like Beezid and bid on auctions in the morning, and make sure you keep your eyes open for deals to help you get the most out of your bids. 

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Overview of the 2013 Kia Optima

If you are looking for a comfortable, stylish, performance driven and affordable sedan, then the 2013 Kia Optima should make your shopping list. The Kia Optima - official car of the NBA - is a five passenger, 4 wheel drive, 4 door mid-size sedan built to provide car users with a premium, performance driven and affordable sedan option. The 2013 Kia Optiman comes in 4 trim level options with an inline four - cylinder engine. They are the LX (base trim), EX,SX and SXL (for 2013). The 2013 Kia Optimal offers strong acceleration, sharp handling and good performance.

Exterior

The remarkable stylish and sleek design of Korean company owned Kia cars is evident in the 2013 Kia Optima. It’s magnificent and yet classy design makes it appealing to mid-size sedan loving users who seek a comfortable, sleek and yet affordable vehicle. It features a panoramic sunroof, chrome tailpipe finisher, turn signal indicator mirrors, power door mirrors, delay off headlights, variably intermittent wipers, turn signal indicator and aluminum mirrors.

Interior

The exuberant interior of the 2013 Kia Optima gives it an edge over its strong competitors: Hyundai Sonata, Honda Accord, Chevrolet Malibu, Ford fusion and Nissan Altima.

Apart from a limited headroom which seems to be its shortcoming, the 2013 Kia Optima boasts of some remarkable features including USB and auxiliary input jacks, cooling glove box, a tilt and telescope steering wheel, steering wheel mounted audio controls, rear beverage holders, air conditioning, security system, overhead console and passenger vanity mirrors.

Features for safety include an occupant sensing airbag, overhead airbag, dual front impact airbags, ABS brakes, brake assist, tire pressure monitors, speed control, traction, control and stability control.

Kia Optima Pricing

MSRP for 2013 Kia Optimal in its trim levels

LX- $21,350

EX- $23,650

SX- $26,800

Team Kia NH car dealership offers great price deals on Kia cars, Kia finance, rentals and servicing.

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Jay Z sells Nets share to fully become a sports agent

According to reports from Yahoo Sports rap mogul Jay-Z is seeking to sell his stake in the Brooklyn Nets in order to expand his fledgling sports representation business into basketball.
The rapper recently acquired Robinson Cano as a client under his sports flagship Roc Nation Sports in partnership with Creative Artists Agency and has begun the process of obtaining his National Basketball Players Association certification as an agent. This would require him to relinquish ownership of the Nets according to the report.
Jay Z owns less than 1 percent of the Brooklyn Nets. Selling his stake is necessary for him to get certification as an agent from the National Basketball Players Association, says Yahoo.

Jay Z who is married to Beyonce helped in rebranding the team including designing the team's uniform and choosing the colours. 

“I would say (Jay-Z) had an enormous amount to do with the re-branding of the team,” Nets coach P.J. Carlesimo said before Tuesday’s game against the 76ers. “I was not close to it at all, but from what I heard and what I read and saw, he was huge — it would be hard to overstate how important he was to the rebranding.
"So it would be disappointing (if he left the Nets). I would be disappointed. I like his involvement with our team."

New York Giants' Victor Cruz is reported to be on the verge of joining Cano at Jay-Z's Roc Nation Sports.

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Win a Harley Davidson motorcycle in the Iron Man 3 contest

Ahead of its May 3 Theater debut Marvel Entertainment LLC has teamed up with Harley Davison - makers of Harley Davidson motorcycles - to introduce a contest  “Man and Machine’. The Man and Machine contest will give fans a chance to win a brand new Harley Davidson motorcycle and a feature in the new comic book which is being created by Marvel.
All you are required to do to enter this contest online is to design a custom Harley Davidson bike, which, if selected will be drawn into the comic book as a part of the Road Force team.
 Five winners will be selected and their caricatures will be drawn into the Marvel Avengers comic book and all winners will receive a VIP trip to Comic Con International in San Diego on 18-21 July 2013. The grand prize winner will receive a custom Harley Davidson motorcycle which they have helped create.

Deadline for entries: May 31, 2013. For more information, visit the official contest site www.harleydavidson.com/ironman


Advance tickets for Iron Man 3 which debuts in theaters May 3 have already gone on sale. Catch the latest trailer for the movie below

 

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Second Clip From Iron Man 3 released

After Marvel Studios released the first clip from Iron Man 3 which focused on Tony Stark issuing a threat and invitation to The Mandarin, the company has added to the footage by releasing a second clip from the movie. The latest footage from Iron Man 3 gives an extensive look at The Mandarin so far. The footage shows the true evil and brutality of The Mandarin. Instead of the typical threat which gives the superhero some time to come to the rescue, The Mandarin calmly states his intentions of shooting someone in the head on live TV.
Catch The first released clip of Iron Man 3 below incase you missed it. Iron man 3 hits movie theaters in the United States May 3, 2013. In related news, advance tickets for Iron Man 3  is now on sale at fandango. The advance tickets are sold in 35mm, digital 3D and IMAX 3D. There is also an Iron Man Marathon occurring in select theaters in advance of opening day.

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Jay Z and Beyonce visit Universidad da las Artes in Cuba (Video)

Jay Z and Beyonce jetted down to Cuba to celebrate their 5th anniversary but the couple have been faced with heavy scrutiny for the trip because of the travel embargo to Cuba for US citizens visiting the country as Tourists. However, while in Cuba, the superstar couple made sure to visit the Universidad da las Artes in what looks like an attempt to make the visit a part of their “people to people” obligation. Catch the visuals of their visit to the Cuban university after the cut.

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Best Headphones: SMS Audio

If you love listening to music, you will be intrigued to discover the difference a headphone can make to your music and indeed audio listening experience. While some headphones with the help of advance technology produces distinct sound qualities ranging from voice clarity to distinct sound pick up, others produce poor or ''regular' sound qualities that will not enable you to fully enjoy and appreciate your music/audio. The former is why music lovers are always on the lookout for the best headphones to buy, join me as I review the SMS Audio headphones in this edition of my best headphones reviews.

SMS Audio is a first-class audio headphone and accessories brand. The company is the brainchild of multi-platinum selling rapper 50 cent, with Grammy award winning mega producer, Timberland serving as the design and audio engineer for the company.

The SMS Audio headphone comes in three sets ranging from wireless headphones to in ear headphones. They include SYNC by 50 - Over Ear Wireless headphones, STREET by 50 Over Ear wired headphones and the STREET by 50 - In Ear Wired headphones.

For the wireless sets, the Sync by 50 utilizes Kleer lossless audio technology to stream audio instead of the regular Bluetooth. Kleer's wireless audio technology is the best technology right now for transmitting music wirelessly. It  touts a 16-bit CD-quality resolution, 44.1-KHz audio, a higher bandwidth than Bluetooth and the ability for  four Sync users to simultaneously listen to a single audio source.

I used the street by 50 in ear wired headphones and from the results I got, I think its safe to rate it as one of the best headphones you could find out there. First, it has a sleek design, with a touch of class. If your fashion sense is classy, then you may want to consider the SMS audio as a fashion accessory but that is not a reason why you should buy a headphone in the first place.

All about sound

After unpacking the street by 50 in ear headphones from its neatly packed box and glancing through the manual, I plugged the ear headphones to my Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphone, opened my audio file and tapped to play Nicki Minaj's I am your leader. I was totally blown away by the deep bass the headphone produced. 

The vocals were also clear and distinct from the beats too. Next, I played we are young by Fun and continued playing music from different genres. The audio quality from the street by 50 headphones was impressive, even better than my experience with Beats by Dr. Dre in ear headphones.The SMS Audio headphones is also, a lot more durable than Beats by Dr. Dre. According to a review by popular tech site, Techcrunch

The Streets by 50 give you a more robust and stronger product. Flexible in every way and sturdy means they destroy the beats in terms of durability.

Overall, I consider this the best headphone if you are a fan of Hip Hop/R&B music or generally, if you love a little more bass in your audio.

Here is more reason why you should buy the SMS Audio headphones if you care about charity. The company, through its partnership with feeding America will provide  250 meals to American families in need with each online US purchase of SMS Audio headphone through their website.

Here is a quick rundown of the SMS Audio headphone sets:

Street by 50 In Ear Wired Headphones - MSRP: $119.95


Features

•  Professionally tuned 11mm driver
• Crystal clear sound
• Ergonomically designed
• Apple® control mic with volume control
•  Reinforced cables
•  Gold-plated connectors
• 6 silicone passive noise cancelling tips

STREET by 50™  Over-Ear Wired Headphones - MSRP: $249.95

Features

• Professionally tuned 40mm driver
• Professional studio sound
•  High-end styling
• Enhanced bass
• Soft memory foam cushions with restricted sound leakage
•  Passive noise cancellation

SYNC by 50™ Over-Ear Wireless Headphones - MSRP: $399.95


Features

• Professionally tuned Digital EQ
• 16-bit lossless digital sound
•  Full on-board controls with bass boost, volume control & mute
• 50’ wireless range
• Soft memory foam cushions with restricted sound leakage
• Passive noise cancellation
•  Custom 40mm driver
• Sync up to 4 users from one source

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Kim Kardashian reveals bare pregnancy belly

Ok, stop the rumors. Kim Kardashian is indeed truly pregnant. In an apparent move to divert attention from her ex boyfriend Ray J's tell all song about her 'I hit it first' released today,  the Keeping Up With the Kardashians reality star took to photo sharing site instagram to show her fans her growing baby bump in a self-taken photo.
In the picture, Kardashian showed her normal, down-to-earth self, wearing black leggings and a white shirt. She had her hair in a high ponytail, as she snapped the picture barefoot. She captioned the photo "Baby love,"

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Lady Gaga turned down $1 million from Republicans

Our respect for Lady Gaga just increased a little further. This republicans will do anything to be relevant anyway. Here is the report from starpulse

Pop superstar Lady Gaga rejected a $1 million offer to give presidential candidate Mitt Romney a big boost in the run-up to the election last year by performing at the Republican National Convention.

Court documents unveiled this week reveal the Poker Face hit-maker had been approached by organizers of the Republican Party's pre-election gathering to hit the stage at the Tampa, Florida event, even though she's one of the most outspoken gay rights advocates and a fan of Romney's Democratic rival Barack Obama.

Representatives at the American Action Network, the group behind the convention, even tried to sway Gaga by offering to donate $150,000 to a domestic violence shelter in exchange for her participation.

The details emerged in legal papers submitted to the District Court in Washington, D.C. as part of a legal battle between the American Action Network and entertainment vendor Cater America over a scrapped Lynyrd Skynyrd concert, which was axed ahead of the RNC due to the threat of Hurricane Isaac in late August.

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Nelson Mandela discharged from Hospital

 Nelson Mandela today was discharged from hospital after treatment for pneumonia, South Africa's government has said. The government said there has been  "a sustained and gradual improvement in his condition".

Mandela, 94  was admitted on 27 March for a recurring lung infection and had fluid drained at the undisclosed hospital.
Nelson Mandela served as South Africa's first black president from 1994 to 1999 and is regarded by many as the father of the nation.He led the struggle against apartheid (white minority rule) and in 1993 was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.'Gratitude'. The statement from the presidency today  read:

"Former President Nelson Mandela has been discharged from hospital today, 6 April, following a sustained and gradual improvement in his general condition.
"The former president will now receive home-based high care. President [Jacob] Zuma thanks the hard working medical team and hospital staff for looking after Madiba so efficiently."
Madiba is Mr Mandela's clan name.
 "[Mr Zuma] also extended his gratitude to all South Africans and friends of the Republic in Africa and around the world for support."

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