Archive | November, 2008

Ted Ligety’s Notes From the World Cup Ski Tour

November 18, 2008

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Ted Ligety’s Notes From the World Cup Ski Tour

U.S. Ski Team member Ted Ligety, defending World Cup giant slalom champion, blogs as he tries to win the overall crown.

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Mario Andretti Remembers Paul Newman

November 18, 2008

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Mario Andretti Remembers Paul Newman

The racing legend remembers his friend and racing buddy, who also became a professional driver.

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Cajun Comeback: Dining in New Orleans

November 17, 2008

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Cajun Comeback: Dining in New Orleans

Believe it or not, there are 152 more eateries in New Orleans now than there were before Katrina. Here are our five favorites.

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The Evolution of Sports Whining

November 17, 2008

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The Evolution of Sports Whining

Bitching by multimillionaire athletes may be reaching a crescendo, but it’s been a long time coming. Way before there was Barry Zito and Vince Young, there was one Amos Rusie.

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Down in the Sago Mine

November 14, 2008

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Down in the Sago Mine

Three years ago, the world held its breath as time ran out on 12 men trapped in a West Virginia mine. Initial word was they all survived. That turned out to be tragically wrong: Only one did. The untold story of the worst 41 hours of Randy McCloy’s life.

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Ask Dr. Bob

November 14, 2008

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Ask Dr. Bob

Our in-house doc serves up advice on fighting a cold; the right way to nap; Improving focus; and stopping weekend weight gain.

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Your Perfect Weekend: November 14-16

November 13, 2008

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Your Perfect Weekend: November 14-16

Biking in Napa Valley, an amazing new golf club, and Cleveland's extraordinary food fest are all reasons to DVR this weekend's football games and get outside.

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Paul Newman: The Man Who Defined Being a Man

November 12, 2008

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Paul Newman: The Man Who Defined Being a Man

Paul Newman had a face, he once quipped, that did not belong to a thief. But he stole the nation's heart, and more than any other actor, he helped change who we are.

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High Altitude Wines

November 12, 2008

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High Altitude Wines

Mountaintop vineyards yield complex, full-bodied reds.

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The Game Faces Project

November 10, 2008

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The Game Faces Project

We went to three locations — a New York Jets practice, a basketball rec-league night at Manhattan’s Chelsea Piers; and a practice of the South Orange/Maplewood, New Jersey, Villagers youth baseball team — and asked the athletes to do one thing: Show us your game face!

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Sabotage as Reality TV: Q&A with Paul Watson

November 9, 2008

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Sabotage as Reality TV: Q&A with Paul Watson

Captain Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepard Conservation Society, has generated a good deal of controversy for what some consider a vigilante-like approach to wildlife conservation. Now, he's got a new show on Animal Planet and is taking his critics to task.

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This Winter’s Best Ski Cocktail: Midnight Manhattan

November 9, 2008

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This Winter’s Best Ski Cocktail: Midnight Manhattan

From Plonk Wine in Bozeman, Montana, comes the Midnight Manhattan, a potent tipple to help you defrost after a long day on the mountain.

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UPDATE: Rahm Emanuel Accepts Position as Obama’s Chief of Staff

November 6, 2008

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UPDATE: Rahm Emanuel Accepts Position as Obama’s Chief of Staff

So just who is the Illinois Congressman who will be the new White House Chief of Staff? Well, he's definitely someone you don't want on your bad side.

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Your Perfect Weekend: November 7-9

November 6, 2008

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Your Perfect Weekend: November 7-9

No matter if you want to sit, surf, or shop for a supercar, we’ve got you covered this weekend. by Kate Cassidy Boulder Adventure Film Festival, November 6-8 Boulder, Colorado Want to surf, climb, and swim through the exotic wilderness this weekend? Get in on the action in the comfort of your seat at this [...]

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UPDATE: Mark and Tom Udall Sweep Their Way into the Senate

November 4, 2008

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UPDATE: Mark and Tom Udall Sweep Their Way into the Senate

UPDATE: Both Mark And Tom Udall have won their respective races to serve in the U.S. Senate. Read our November issue profile of Mark Udall, the only congressman to solo an 8,000-meter peak.

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