Archive | July, 2009

Hunting Down the Man Who Shot Me

July 31, 2009

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Hunting Down the Man Who Shot Me

In 1993, the author was in Moscow covering a political protest when it turned violent, leaving 123 dead. If not for a couple of brave strangers, he would have been No. 124. Years later, he returned, searching for answers.

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Return to the Killing Cove

July 30, 2009

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Return to the Killing Cove

Each year, a horrific dolphin slaughter occurs in a small Japanese fishing village. The gripping new documentary The Cove aims to put a stop to it.

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Survival Skills: Jimmy Buffett

July 30, 2009

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Survival Skills: Jimmy Buffett

Jimmy Buffett, singer, surfer and storyteller, is on his 30-date Summerzcool tour through November. Here, he tells us how to impress a woman and mix his favorite drink, and why lying every day is an acceptable practice.

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Your Perfect Weekend July 31- August 2

July 30, 2009

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Your Perfect Weekend July 31- August 2

Escape the heat wave smothering the west coast this weekend by heading to the mountains for blues and brews in Mammoth or bodysurfing at a surf festival in L.A.; if you'd rather huck stones and toss tree trunks, head to the heartland for a spirited Irish festival in Dublin, Ohio.

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The Charcoal Experiment

July 29, 2009

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The Charcoal Experiment

Propane is simpler, sure, but the smoky flavors you get from a charcoal grill can't be matched by its gas-fueled rival. We tested six to find our favorite.

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The Alignment Program

July 29, 2009

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The Alignment Program

Doing these six exercises twice a week can help cure muscle imbalances and prevent injury.

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The Last Polar Bears

July 28, 2009

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The Last Polar Bears

If you want to see our planet's most graceful, most tragically doomed beast in its natural habitat, you go to Kaktovik, Alaska. But if you want to genuinely feel their plight, you let naturalist and radio host Richard Nelson do all the talking.

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Endangered America

July 28, 2009

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Endangered America

See these animals in the wild before they go the way of the dodo.

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Align Yourself

July 28, 2009

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Align Yourself

The most important thing an athlete can do to prevent injury and attain his goal is something most never bother to do.

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The Sound of Slick

July 28, 2009

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The Sound of Slick

Pump up the volume with stylish and substantial WeSC Pick-Up headphones.

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Dr. Bob: The Next Swine Flu

July 27, 2009

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Dr. Bob: The Next Swine Flu

Advice from our in-house doc on the next swine flu

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Recycled Shades

July 26, 2009

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Recycled Shades

Good frames are hard to come by, you need a pair that's durable, stylish and unique. Revo's Abyss shades fit the bill.

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Freya Hoffmeister: A Year in the Waves

July 25, 2009

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Freya Hoffmeister: A Year in the Waves

Freya Hoffmeister is halfway through an attempt to be the fastest person to paddle around Australia. Many kayakers think there’s a good chance she’ll die trying.

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Swimmers Take Note

July 25, 2009

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Swimmers Take Note

Swimmers looking for a precise cardio workout are in luck with the Finis heart-rate monitor.

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Racing Lobster Boats

July 24, 2009

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Racing Lobster Boats

The most unlikely of vehicles take to the water in a summer-long circuit of races that you won't want to miss.

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