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Wednesday's Three Burning Legal Questions

Here are today's?three burning legal questions, along with the answers provided by the blogosphere.

1. Question:?I'm a new police officer and I was just dispatched to arrest a woman who is supposedly on a "genital kicking spree." This was not covered in the police training. What is a?"genital kicking spree" and should I be getting into my SWAT team gear?

Answer:?A "genital kicking spree" is just what it sounds like -- someone?standing on a city street in broad daylight kicking random strangers in the genitals. Be prepared. Maybe wear a protective cup, at a minimum. (Time.com,?Florida Woman Arrested After Genital Kicking Spree)

2. Question:?I am an elderly, bedridden man but I need to go to court to testify in support of?an extension of a protection order against my estranged wife. Can I just testify by Skype?

Answer:?No problem. (WSJ Law Blog,?Bedridden Man Uses Skype to Testify Against Wife)

3. Question:?Can I let my 3-year-old child pump my gas for me? He'll love it!?

Answer:?No, that will get you charged with child endangerment. (The Smoking Gun, Mom Charged For Letting Son, 3, Pump Gasoline)

Posted by Bruce Carton on February 13, 2013 at 04:14 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

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Source: http://legalblogwatch.typepad.com/legal_blog_watch/2013/02/wednesdays-three-burning-legal-questions.html

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M 3.2, Baja California, Mexico

Earthquake Details

  • This event has been reviewed by a seismologist.
Magnitude3.1
Date-Time
Location32.219?N, 115.283?W
Depth10 km (6.2 miles) (poorly constrained)
RegionBAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO
Distances
  • 18 km (11 miles) WSW (244?) from Guadalupe Victoria, Baja California, Mexico
  • 51 km (32 miles) SSE (160?) from Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
  • 55 km (34 miles) SSE (158?) from Calexico, CA
  • 167 km (104 miles) E (101?) from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
Location Uncertaintyhorizontal +/- 0.7 km (0.4 miles); depth +/- 31.6 km (19.6 miles)
ParametersNph= 16, Dmin=22 km, Rmss=0.12 sec, Gp=191?,
M-type=local magnitude (ML), Version=2
Source
Event IDci11244018
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Samsung SmartCam WiFi Home Security Camera (SNH-1011N)


Samsung's entry in the home video surveillance arena is the SmartCam WiFi Home Security Camera (SNH-1011N). It's a nice-looking device with a breezy setup process, some useful features, and remote access for whenever you have an available Internet connection?even via iOS and Android smartphones. The SmartCam ($149 list) lacks features that the same-price Dropcam HD and the Editors' Choice Logitech Alert 750n Indoor Master System offer, such as Dropcam's "DVR" style recording option or Logitech's on-board video storage on SD Cards. But if you only need real-time video and can put up with a few performance glitches, such as occasional crashes and slow-to-load video streams, at least until Samsung updates the firmware, you'll probably be more than happy with the SmartCam.

[[Editors' Note 2/12/13: Samsung recently unveiled a $4.99 per month DVR recording service provided by a third-party company called iWatchLife, but only newer SmartCams support it; a Samsung spokesperson said the one provided for our review did not and wasn't upgradable. If you're interested in this feature, be sure to check before you buy.]]

Design and Setup
The Samsung SmartCam is an sleek-looking device constructed of white plastic with a big eye-like lens over an LED indicator that's there to tell you what mode the camera is in. It measures 3.5 inches high with the base, and 2.1 inches wide, with a depth of 1.2 inches at the thinnest point, depending on how you orient the camera on the base. It also comes with the necessary hardware for mounting the camera to a wall or ceiling. You can only use the SmartCam inside (the case isn't weather proof) and you have to be near AC power because there's no battery option.

The features list of the SmartCam is fair to middling: integrated 2.4GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi (which is much more convenient than the HomePlug found on the Logitech Alert 740N); Ethernet for wired connections (but no Power over Ethernet); 640-by-480 maximum resolution at 30 frames per second using H.264 and MJPEG compression; and as is de rigueur?these days, night vision and motion detection. What it lacks: a wide angle lens, zoom, and any kind of local storage, such as an SD card.

Setup couldn't be simpler. If you've got a router that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)?the method of hooking up devices to the wireless router by pushing one button on each device so they can find each other?then by all means use it. Even without WPS I had no problem. I plugged the SmartCam into my network using Ethernet, and it connected quickly.

Setting up an account online at Samsung's website is easy and it's the primary method of controlling the camera, unlike, for example, the Y-Cam Bullet HD 1080 which is geared toward those controlling their own local network. Once you create an account, you enter the serial number of the camera, and the Web interface will find it across the Internet. Samsung provides an extra layer of security by asking you to register a personal identification number (PIN) for each camera, which you must enter before viewing the video feed. You can register multiple Samsung SmartCams at the site and access them all from one place, but you can only watch one at a time. The website even handles firmware upgrades for the camera itself.

To view the video feed in any browser, you need to download Samsung WebViewer, an app that installs a plug-in for each browser.? In contrast, the Logitech Alert 750n uses specialized software, but what that model lacks in convenience, it makes up for in performance and its ability to view multiple streams.

Features and Performance
Honestly, the video stream from the SmartCam isn't great, especially at the maximum resolution. Setting it down to 320-by-240 nets a huge improvement, but that impacts video quality. There's the typical one to three second delay from real-time, all the time. The video looks pretty good in bright light, but not exactly high-def like that of the Logitech cameras.

As with other cameras, the infrared night-vision works like a charm for low- or even no-light situations. The view in the dark is perhaps a little too dark compared to other cameras, as the SmartCam has fewer infrared LEDs than the competition (only six). The lack of a wide angle lens makes it hard to capture all of a room, unfortunately, even when the camera is jammed in the corner.

The performance delays occur despite Samsung SmartCam's ability to tell the difference between access on the local network (peer-to-peer) or when you're remote. For the latter, it enters a "relay mode," where the video goes to the Internet first, then back to you. In relay mode, the streaming video connection is limited to three minutes, after which you can extend viewing time. That's nice for Samsung, as it cuts down on the company's server load. But in practice, whenever the SmartCam site asked me to extend the viewing time, the browser plug-in for Google Chrome crashed. These are not limits you find with the Dropcam HD.

The best thing about a surveillance cam like this being mobile is viewing video while you're out of the house. Samsung delivers that mobility with free apps available in the iTunes Store and on Google Play. Grab one, enter account credentials, click the name of the SmartCam, enter the cam's security PIN, and start watching. I tested the iPhone app with an iPhone 4 and frequently had more success loading streaming video there than on local PCs. The smartphone apps have most of the same features as the browser app including the ability to grab snapshots, change brightness, and there's a fun smartphone-only option: the ability to use the two-way speaker to talk to those being watched. (It's excellent for spooking pets.)

Again, like on the desktop, after three minutes in relay mode, you must manually extend viewing by one minute at a time. The iPhone app provides a countdown for the last minute. Samsung hasn't yet created a version of the software for tablets like iPad or even its own Galaxy line; hopefully they're in the works.

The Samsung SmartCam site doesn't provide online video storage like the Dropcam HD, nor does the camera itself have any on-board storage like the Logitech 750n. Instead, Samsung's option is YouTube. If you set up an alert based on motion- or audio-detection, the subsequent 30 seconds of video can be automatically uploaded to your YouTube account (preset to either private or public). If you're careful with the settings, it can be more than sufficient. In fact, it would be a nice addition to future cameras from the competition. If you're not careful, you could get hundreds of clips uploaded a day if the camera watches a busy area.

Other options for notification include Picasa Web Albums, Twitter, Google Talk, and email. It helps to know the setup info for your email account, but the SmartCam manual provides info for setting up Gmail, Yahoo Mail, and Yahoo Mail Plus (a Yahoo premium service) to get a link to YouTube uploads. Strangely, the system doesn't support SMS texts, and it really should. Thankfully, the smartphone apps will notify you when an alert is sent.

Conclusions
Is the Samsung SmartCam the best solution out there for keeping tabs on your home when you're away? Not yet. There are only a few areas where it can outdo the Logitech Alert 750n Indoor System: built-in Ethernet for better performance, built-in Wi-Fi for easy placement, it doesn't use HomePlug, and it's half the price. It's more on par with the Dropcam HD, but Dropcam's smaller size plus Wi-Fi provides it more versatility, as does the option of subscribing to get DVR-style recording service of your video. Samsung's off to a good start, but needs to up the ante on some features like recording and local storage, and especially, improve its overall performance.

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Ko Pha Ngan As Good As Paradise.

The place where the party never ends is Ko Pha Ngan. The beaches of Ko Pha Ngan are among the most beautiful in Thailand. The weather is awesome and one can indulge in diving and snorkeling. Events that take place here will not allow the music and dance lovers to catch a breath. And for those who are not that much interested in diving and dancing can hire motorcycles and explore the city on their own. This city has to offer something for everyone and is the perfect destination to come with family or on a honey moon.

Hotels in Ko Pha Ngan

There are many hotels in Ko Pha Ngan but making an early reservation can save a lot of time. Five star hotels here also offer the spa facilities so that the tourists can get experience of being in Thailand. The stay at one of these hotels like the Panviman Resort, which is on a private beach, has a special touch to luxury. There are many other options; like the Milky Bay Resort is a great place to stay which has awesome food and exotic location. Hotels of Ko Pha Ngan do not disappoint anyone who comes to this Island for spending a vacation.

Trip to Ko Pha Ngan

The trip to Ko Pha Ngan is like living in a dream. The place is gorgeous with locations for honeymooners. The couple can go to the beaches for diving and watch the corals together and later spend their evenings appreciating the view from the hotels and enjoying great cuisines at the restaurants. This is best place to start a new phase of life. For those who come here with family and kids also have many things to do like biking, playing with the kids at the beach or have a party at the events like the Full Moon Party in Ko Pha Ngan where children and adults all can have fun at the same time.

Things to do

Ko Pha Ngan is one place where one does not have to search for things to do. The place is blessed with beaches where the water is clear and very good for diving and snorkeling. The hotels have spa facilities for massages so one can get rid of the tiredness from the day at the beach. The festivals like the Full Moon Party Koh Phangan is some place to be with the music, dance and it becomes more beautiful with the fireworks and backlights.

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Adobe's CEO Completely Refuses to Answer Questions About Unfair Pricing

Adobe is currently receiving flack for selling software at inflated prices in Australia, where Creative Suite costs $1,400 more than in the US. In this interview, Adobe's CEO, Shantanu Narayen, completely refuses to explain why, Politicians could learn something from this guy. He is more slippery than a fish coated in Crisco. [YouTube via Verge] More »


Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/9fc3ShSuLVc/adobes-ceo-completely-refuses-to-answer-questions-about-unfair-pricing

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5 (Genuine) Wedding Proposal Videos You Have To Watch

Have you found your soulmate, your better half, the ONE? Thinking about a special way to pop the question, a way that the girl of your dreams will remember for all times?

The season of love is here and to celebrate the beautiful promise of eternal love, we?ve gathered 5 amazing proposals love-stricken men have thought up to pop the question. The grooms-to-be went to great lengths to make the proposal as memorable, heartfelt and as NO-proof as possible.

Warning: if you are prepping for a wedding proposal that has to do with flowers, dinner and a ring, you might want to skip this post because this is going to totally ruin your plans. For the rest of you, if weddings make you cry, there is a slight probability that some of these proposals might make you shed a tear or two. Grab a box of tissue and check out these beautiful wedding proposals you have to watch. Now, THAT?S how you propose.

#5 ? The Meme Proposal

Wedding videos are becoming more and more of a norm but when it comes to wedding proposals, it?s usually more of a personal keepsake. However, it?s a good thing Timothy Tiah, co-founder of Nuffnang decided to share the Meme proposal video that helped him snag the heart of his then-girlfriend and meme fan, Audrey.

The Meme Proposal

What happened:

Timothy had surprised Audrey by appearing outside the place she was dining at. Through the glass of the main door, he stood with printouts of memes and a string of stories that led him to finally pop (I think it counts even if he didn?t really say it out loud) the question, "Will you marry me?".

Watch how he proposes Like a Boss.

The string of memes came complete with a last meme of Success Kid and the tongue-in-cheek message, "Asked Audrey To Marry Me, She Said Yes". At the end of it there was still the down-on-one knee, the ring and the flowers to make it all complete. Plus, the Up-themed wedding reception was simply beautiful.

#4 ? Skyscraper Proposal

As the title suggests, there was a skyscraper involved. But the proposal wasn?t a billboard or a banner (that would be boring). This one is more high-tech, but it doesn?t diminish the heart factor. It starts with Marzo (last name not found) taking a video of his unsuspecting girlfriend on a pleasant evening walk.

Skyscraper Proposal

What Happened:

He then makes her take a phone call in which she has to say her name, Lisa, and say Hi. She does and the person on the line hung up on her. Well, that was rude. Marzo then directs her attention towards a tall building nearby.

Watch the lights go out in the video.

The lights went out one by one in the whole building (which must have been about 30 storeys high) then her name came up, followed by a very important question, "LISA, WILL YOU MARRY ME?".

Through giggles and tears, Lisa says Yes and drops her bag of Doritos and they live happily ever after. Ok, we have no way of knowing that but watch the clip until the very end. You know he is going to make her happy for the rest of her life.

#3 ? Marry Me Mural

You know how it is when kids ask their dads about how he proposed to their moms? Was it romantic, was it interesting, was it plastered all over a heavily graffiti?ed wall on a busy New York city street? Photographer Jeff Gurwin can say yes to all three.

Marry Me Mural

What Happened:

Some proposals are well-thought out and over in minutes, but Jeff?s idea took 6 hours from start to finish. Since the both of them are big fans of the board game Scrabble (it?s like an offline version of Words with Friends), he decided to use the letter tiles to spell out his proposal. Only difference is, rather than spelling it out on a board game, he painted it onto a wall.

Watch a masterpiece in the making.

The video shows a time-lapse of the mural in the making. From a graffiti backdrop, the wall turned into a tree, which blossoms out into Scrabble tiles that spell out "Caitlin Will You Marry Me?".

Lucky girl Caitlin sees the proposal, runs across the street, stands in front of Jeff (down on one knee) and said yes. It?s a good thing she said yes too, because the mural was supposed to stay up on the wall for a whole month. Talk about making a commitment.

#2 ? Lip-Dub Proposal

This was burning the Web like no other proposal but if you haven?t seen it yet, let?s just say that you are going to enjoy this proposal even if you aren?t the girl. It was picked up by the news and already has 17.8 million views as of this writing. Isaac Lamb and now-wife Amy even produced a follow up video to thank everyone for their help and for watching the video.

Lip-Dub

What happened:

The proposal began with the victim, soon-to-be proposed to Amy, being placed onto the back of a car by her brother. He puts headphones on her and placed two cameras, one from behind her and one right at her, before the car rolled down the street at walking speed.

Watch how the choreography got the girl.

What transpired afterwards was an amazing 60-people dance choreography, live dubbed to the tune of Bruno Mars?s "Marry You". The 4-minute dance came complete with dancing Jews (yes, we know the lyrics said juice), a marching band, and friends joining in the performance via video conferencing.

At the end of the song, the dashingly dressed Isaac walked up to Amy, got down on knee, and popped the question. In retrospect, it isn?t really fair: How do you say No to that?

#1 ? Movie Trailer Proposal

Some of you may think it old school to ask the father of the bride for permission to marry his daughter, but when you think about it, nothing says "I respect the future mother of my kids" more than by doing this. Well, Matt took that to heart then took it a little bit further, by turning it into a movie trailer that is screened in actual cinema. Grab some popcorn.

What happened:

Ginny was taken to the movies by her brother and as usual, cinema-goers are treated with movie trailers for future releases. She sees a movie trailer about a man talking to his future father-in-law to ask for his blessing and his daughter?s hand in marriage.

"It may be old-fashioned, and it might not even be necessary but it is important to me, and I know it is important to your daughter that I do this." Only after the permission was granted did the camera came into focus to reveal Ginny?s father.

Watch the mother of all proposals here.

But that?s not all, what?s a good movie without some action and humor? Matt proceeds to get in a car and speeds towards the cinema, stopping to get popcorn, then bursts dramatically into the theatre Ginny is in. And the camera cuts to live action. Matt gets to where Ginny is, gets down on one knee, proposes, and Ginny says Yes! And get this, Matt and Ginny are now parents to? yup, a beautiful baby girl.

Source: http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/viral-wedding-proposals/

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Cricket: Bowlers Steal Spotlight in South Africa-Pakistan Test

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Source: www.nytimes.com --- Wednesday, February 13, 2013
The pacemen of South Africa are blowing away their opponents at a rate rarely seen, while Pakistan's Saeed Ajmal is the greatest active spinner. ...

Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/14/sports/cricket/14iht-cricket14.html?partner=rss&emc=rss

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