Coldplay's album rush Release

Coldplay are planning to rush release their new album.  Music for Sex

Hot on the heels of June's 'Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends', the band have reportedly already recorded the majority of its follow-up and plan to have it ready early next year.

A source at the band's record label, EMI, told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "The 'Viva La Vida' sessions were incredibly fruitful. They gelled brilliantly with producer Brian Eno and recorded much more music than they could fit on one album.

"The majority of the follow-up is already in the can, though they will have to go back into the studio at some point to add a few more songs."

Lead singer Chris Martin recently let slip the group are hoping to release a collaboration with pop singer Kylie Minogue next year. He said: "It will be on a record we will put out in 2009, some time next year. The album will neatly wrap up things for the end of the decade, then, I don't know what we'll do."

If Coldplay release another album and follow it with a greatest hits compilation it is believed they will have fulfilled their contractual obligations to EMI and would be free agents.

The band could then follow in the footsteps of artists such as Sir Paul McCartney and Radiohead - who have left the label after its takeover last year.

Harry Potter assigned SAS body Guards

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe is being protected by four ex-SAS bodyguards after being harassed by a stalker.

The 18-year-old actor has been assigned the burly minders by movie bosses after receiving death threats, reports the Sun. Music for Sex vol.1

In another security measure, Daniel switched cars three times during filming of the seventh film in the famous wizarding series - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

This is not the first time that Daniel has been troubled by fans - four years ago he was approached by a woman naked except for a towel bearing his image and the slogan "nothing comes between me and Harry Potter".

Linkin respect their fans

Linkin Park band member, Mike Shinoda, whose Projekt Revolution Tour boasts a wide array of bands, isn't worried.

"We have very smart fans.They have a lot of respect for people that have a passion about their music. And I think every band on this bill has a passion about their music."

"I think their reaction to Linkin Park will be great. It's a chance for us to also play in front of some other bands fans that we've never played in front of before, and I think they will maybe understand us more."

For the tour, Linkin Park is joining the likes of My Chemical Romance, Taking Back Sunday, Saosin, H.I.M., Placebo and more.

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Facebook Stands Atop Social Networking World

The latest results from comScore show that Facebook has overtaken MySpace as the world's No. 1 social networking site. Facebook saw a 153 percent growth rate in the last year, with 132 million unique visitors. However, social networks must stay relevant in order to thrive outside the English-speaking world.

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Jaguar XKR vs. Aston Martin DB9

Bill Ford has added to his monopoly taking ownership of Jaguar Motors and partial stake (as of March 2007, shared with ProDrive’s David Richards) of Aston Martin. Ian Callum was the design chief on both the XKR and the DB9 -- building on the tailored chassis of the Jaguar XJS -- and his creative control resulted in two esthetically identical cars. Both have engine capabilities of 400+ horsepower and have enjoyed success in premier road races, but how does that success translate to your everyday drive? Music for Sex vol.1

We've pit these two British powerhouses against one another to find out which is a more fitfully race-inspired consumer vehicle. Both were evaluated in six categories from interior design to bang for your buck, with 100 points awarded at the checkered flag.


Jaguar XKR
MSRP (base): $86,700
Engine: 4.2-liter, 32 valve, DOHC supercharged V8
Horsepower: 420 bhp
Torque: 413 ft. lbs @ 4,000 rpm
MPG: City: 15; Highway: 23

Performance - 16/20
The RWD XKR rests atop an aluminum-based frame, shaving 70 kg of drag mass over its predecessor, despite the XK’s chassis being abbreviated in inches. Rigidity-minded dampers and springs were applied along with 38% stiffer shocks in the front and 24% at the rear. Couple the recalibration of the hydraulic power steering and a rear shock tower strut brace with a well-developed e-stability control system and the result is a drastic improvement in accurate handling and maneuverability. Twin air intakes aid the coupe in breathing as an Eaton supercharger brings the 4.2-liter V8 and its available horsepower to a whopping 420. With a 0-60 mph time of just a hair over five seconds, the XKR will reach top end speed of 155 mph. But no worries -- this Jag is also outfitted with the largest performance brakes ever to be put on a production Jaguar.

Exterior - 18/20
2007’s XK was regarded by a slew of critics as being the aesthetic epitome of the British GT bracket and has seen some modifications for the sport-tuned R version. Heightening aerodynamic performance, the entire lightweight cast including all panels and the frame were implemented to make a uni-spaceframe design. Unique to this year's offering are the quad tailpipe afterburners that were derived from the manufacturers FIA race car. The XKR was also garnished with a freshly meshed grille, aluminum hood vents, and a convertible at the consumer’s prerogative.

Interior - 6/10
New engine mounts allow for very minute reverberation in the cockpit, enabling the pilot to enjoy the interior styling of the XKR without the engine taking over -- mind you, there's no reason why you wouldn't want that, really. The cabin employs race-inspired buckets with the signature R emblazoned on the headrests, as well as on the steering wheel, shifter knob and tachometer. Much of the interior, being the center console and transmission pod, is pronounced by brushed aluminum panels -- which are in actual fact plastic -- although for no extra cost these can be swapped for a Satin American Walnut veneer. The mechanically adjustable seats and door grids are all outfitted in leather, as are the A and B pillars. And while Jaguar pitched their latest installment as a true 2+2 configuration, we found that the rear arrangement could only fit very small children or packages comfortably.

Sound system/Goodies - 8/10
The XKR’s stereo equipment is provided by the perfectionists at Alpine, with eight quality high-output, low-distortion Kevlar mid-range 525W speakers and specially designed aluminum-dome tweeters. There is a standard six-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability mated to a Dolby Pro Logic 2, three-channel signal processor. All functional selections, including navigation, are displayed via a seven-inch LCD touch screen and are fairly simple to operate.

Bang for the buck - 17/20
This two-door Jaguar fares well on all fronts and is priced accordingly. Not only does it encompass race-inspired performance, but it suggests safety and esthetics to boot, making it a serious contender in the under-$100,000 class.

Driving experience - 18/20
It is most evident that leaps and bounds have been made since the debut of last year's XKR, perhaps best manifested in the handling. The ZF seeded six-speed automatic Sport Mode breezes through the balanced gear ratios, allowing the pilot full range of the vehicle's torque at all times. The gearbox downshifts extremely well even when the tachometer's redline is hit -- and believe us, you'll want to hit that redline often.

Overall score - 83/100
The Jaguar XKR has dispelled the naysayers who claim that Ford’s boardroom influence has stripped the UK marque of its edge. This Jaguar has a soul and it performs to the best of its ability -- if not better -- at all times.


Aston Martin DB9
MSRP (base): $220,000 (approx.)
Engine: 6.0-liter, 48 valve, DOHC, V12
Horsepower: 450 bhp
Torque: 420 @ 5,000 rpm
MPG: City: 12; Highway: 19

Performance - 17/20
The Aston Martin DB9 is fabricated from a shell identical to its competitor, the XKR. Crafted from an aluminum base, it too sheds a few pounds from its former 3,970 lb skeleton. Keen weight distribution promotes superior handling and agile transitioning at a near flawless 51/49 split. There is an onboard electronic suspension configuration that manages stability control, assisted by a rate/lateral acceleration sensor to help you stay firmly planted to the road at all times. The DB9 also boasts an ICU (Integrated Control Unit) that corrects both over- and understeer, independently braking on each wheel to return the vehicle to its desired line. A 6.0-liter V12 engine borrowed from the Vanquish vaults the 450 horsepower beast from 0-60 in 4.9 ticks, with a top speed estimated at 186 mph.

Exterior - 18/20
The freshest class of DB9 can easily be recognized by its calling-card radiator grille and rear haunches. The common theme of a wind-splitting, mono-frame design is shared with the XKR. The DB9 is stretched by nearly two inches in wheelbase to maintain a Coke-bottle physique and sits atop 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels. Other amenities include electric folding mirrors, headlight cleaners and projector beam lens Xenon bulbs. Dual exhaust chutes sit flush with the undercarriage and are classically understated. The DB9 can also be outfitted in a flex-top convertible trim, with the Volante moniker.

Interior - 9/10
Noise is heavily dampened to virtual nonexistence, save for the quiet motor rumble allowing the operator to really enjoy the luxurious interior workings. The race-inspired bucket seats are positioned at the lowest point possible without resembling a go-kart, and are dressed in hand-woven Scottish Bridge on Weir Chancellor leather, are fully maneuverable, and are equipped with memory foam for ultimate comfort. Titanium-colored aluminum accents can be found from dash to doors, spreading strategic contrast to the cowhide panels. As with the XKR, some sections can be scrapped in favor of Walnut-lacquered wood. The 2+2 seating arrangement is ergonomically lacking with only 8 cu-ft of rear passenger space. But the crystal start button more than makes up for the useless rear seats and any other flaws the interior might have.

Sound system/Goodies - 7/10
Linn lends its expertise to the six-speaker and subwoofer, 700W audio display. The system is MP3-ready and Bluetooth-enabled, but the text on the HUD is barely legible. A factory six-disc, in-dash CD changer is also protocol and produces a completely digitized listening experience. The pitch-discerning software separates all highs, mids and lows before redistributing them on their respective channels. A navigation aid disappears into the dash until needed -- and features a seven-inch LCD touch monitor.

Bang for the buck - 18/20
For a sticker price of just over $200,000, the public receives a street-prepped race car with lineage in both the 24 Hour Le Mans race and FIA GT. But above all else, can we really put a price on the 007 cool factor?

Driving experience - 19/20
The option of a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic with paddle shifters is offered on the DB9. A perfect center of gravity makes for quite the corner carver, and the powerband reaches most of its potential before a mandatory shift is made -- so you essentially have power all the time, anytime. The governed top speed will most likely never come to fruition, but it’s nice to know that it’s there -- just in case.

Overall score - 88/100
The Aston Martin DB9 is reputably competition-bred and continues to add to its legacy with each manufacturer’s championship. A star in its own right, this vehicle carries a prestige like no other, and it carries it oh so well.

and the winner is…
Although both cars were fashioned with striking similarities, it makes their differences that much more concise. Brainchildren of the same parent conglomerate and designer, the Jaguar XKR and Aston Martin DB9 would be one in the same if it weren’t for the contrast in performance and interior layout. There's also that small difference in horsepower and let's not forget the $90,000 price jump either… In this fairly even matchup the pendulum inevitably swings toward the Aston Martin as the DB9 narrowly levels the XKR, as it should.

Madonna's $12 million home Gym

Pop superstar Madonna has no plans to live in her latest $12 million (£6 million) property purchase - she's turned the London mansion into a gym.

The Hung Up hitmaker and her film director husband Guy Ritchie bought the 10-bedroom Georgian house next door to their current home last June (07) with plans to knocking through the divide in the two buildings to turn it into one extra-large mansion.

But the ambitious project was allegedly denied planning permission and the singer is now reported to have converted the spare building into her personal fitness centre to ensure her privacy.

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Dominate A Dominant Woman

We often associate dominant women with whips, chains and a pitiful man groveling at their feet while licking a pair of vinyl boots. This certainly occurs with some regularity, but you may be surprised to learn that dominance doesn’t always translate into sadism. On the contrary, many dominant women play the superior role in relationships simply because their man hasn’t learned how to dominate them. She may be strong-willed, feisty and independent, but this doesn’t mean she doesn’t want to be ravished like any other female might. If you’re ready to take charge in the bedroom, the following tips will show you precisely how to sexually dominate a dominant woman. Music for Sex vol.1
Take the lead
Dominant women tend to be physically aggressive in the bedroom; these are the chicks who’ll throw you down on the bed and ride you like a champion. While this vision may appeal to most men, allowing this to happen on a regular basis puts you in a subservient role -- and that’ll carry over into other areas of your relationship. If you want to wear the pants, you’re going to have to show her you can. To dominate a dominant woman, the next time she pounces, turn the tables and flip her onto her back. Keep her firmly (but not painfully) pinned to the bed and let her writhe for a bit. As she struggles to regain the upper hand, calmly let her know you’re going to be in charge for the rest of the evening. Her panties will be soaked by the time you finish the sentence. Just be prepared to deliver the goods, as you’re bound to have one horny woman on your hands.
Maintain eye contact
Proper eye contact is extremely important when it comes to asserting dominance. A truly dominant man or woman can influence a less dominant person with the subtlest of glances. When two dominant people are vying for the role of leader, however, subtlety is no longer an option. Your vixen will try to dominate you by staring straight into your eyes and giving you a wicked grin that promises sexual submission on her terms. Most men, when faced with a woman like this, turn to jelly and happily let her do whatever she pleases. To dominate a dominant woman, however, it’s crucial you don’t fall for this move. Lower your eyelids slightly and stare back while returning that wicked little grin; this tells her she’s going to have to do much better than that if she wants to play Dom. It also tells her you’re capable of the same tricks, which will make her wonder what else you’ve got up your sleeve. While these thoughts are going through her mind, she’s likely to break eye contact and look away -- this is a good indication she’s open to being dominated.
Make her beg
Begging is the ultimate sign of submission, and it can be an incredibly sexy experience for both individuals. When trying to dominate a dominant woman, the idea is to show her how much she really wants you to dominate her, in spite of all those verbal denials she keeps making. The easiest way to accomplish this is via oral sex. Turn her on as you would any other woman, spending lots of quality time on her clitoris. When she reaches the point of moaning and thrashing, back off a bit. That’s right; slow down. Let your tongue explore another area for a few seconds, nibble her inner thigh, etc. Keep lavishing attention on her body, but avoid the clitoris at all costs. The mix of sexual frustration and sexual stimulation will make her want you a thousand percent more than she did when she thought orgasm was imminent. A dominant woman will likely demand you direct your attention back to her clitoris, which, you will of course do -- just as soon as she begs for it. You’ll probably have to insist more than once, but when she finally gives in, her orgasm is bound to be explosive.
Tell her what you’re going to do
Telling a dominant woman precisely how you’re going to dominate her is a guaranteed challenge. And dominant women are all about a challenge; it’s an invitation for her to try her best moves on you, and an opportunity for you to show her who’s really in charge. If you want a head start with dominating a dominant woman, use this tip over dinner or in the car on the way back to your place. She’ll be intrigued by your confidence and aroused by your promises. Once you’re in bed, tell her you’re going to take her from behind and make her scream your name all night long. Tell her you’re going to go down on her until she begs for orgasm. Tell her you’re going to dominate her and that she’s going to love every minute of it -- and then show her you’re a man of your word.
Guide her hands
Dominant women do what they want, when they want. She’s fully accustomed to grabbing a man and pulling him in for a long, deep kiss before she takes over completely. When dealing with women like this, it’s important you’re clear from the start regarding who is leading whom. This means even the kissing is done on your terms. If she slides her fingers through your hair and draws you near, dominate a dominant woman by taking hold of her hands and sliding them around your neck instead. This move tells her you’re happy to have her hands on you, but that she will not be using them to assert dominance. If she’s pawing at your body like she owns it, intercept her hands and guide her palms across her own body. The thrill of having control taken away, combined with a sexy mutual exploration of her own curves, will have her purring in no time.
turning the tables
While it’s true that some dominant women only enjoy sex when a man is groveling, there are plenty of dominant women out there who prefer what dominant men have to offer in the bedroom. These women like a good challenge, as long they’re respected in the process. Don’t let the feisty chicks intimidate you, and don’t assume they aren’t worth the effort; dominating a dominant woman can take sex to a whole new dimension. Score one of these vamps in the bedroom, and you stand to score the best sex of your life.

Paris Hilton is a good Singer??

One-time pop-star Paris Hilton is a good singer - according to the co-stars of her new movie. The star's eponymous 2006 album failed to win over the critics, but Repo! The Genetic Opera choreographer Tre Armstrong insists the socialite impressed him with her vocal prowess. He says, "I was surprised that she could sing. Honest to God, I will never crack on Paris. I haven't. From what I hear from what they did, I like how she sounded." And Armstrong isn't the only one praising Hilton's talents - R+B star Keyshia Cole, who appears alongside Hilton in Repo!, adds, "I like the way she sings. I do."

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Cowell thinks Britney is Manipulating the MEDIA

Simon Cowell, American Idol controversial judge and rude-guy of X-Factor and American Idol, recently spoke out in support of troubled Britney Spears, but he has turned the tables on Spears saying she is 'in control' of what she is doing and is manipulating the media.

Earlier in the month, Cowell offered his support and even offered to speak directly with her about her current troubled life. After Britney's stand off with the police after she failed to hand over her two sons, Cowell said that Britney was 'out of control'.


Since then, Cowell has followed Britney antics and he is sure she is deliberately misbehaving.

Cowell told pagesix.com: "Everyone thinks its breakdown this and breakdown that. From the kind of stunts she is pulling now, I think she is the puppet master and completely in control. I really felt for her at one point, I thought she was heading for a meltdown and everything was out of control, but, especially now over the past week, I thought she was honestly in control, and, more to the point, wants to be in control."

Britney has been pursued relentlessly by the paparazzi - even dating one who is supposedly now set to sell his story.

Cowell went on to say: "If you don't want to get any press attention, just keep your head down, don't drive yourself anywhere and sit in the back of a blacked out limousine. But if she think's she knows what she's doing, then good luck to her."

Amy Winehouse does drugs

A video of Amy Winehouse smoking what appears to be a crack pipe has been posted on a UK newspaper website.
In the video, the platinum-blonde singer mentions that she has taken "six valium" before lighting up and taking hits off of a pipe in front of her own wedding picture.

The video was reportedly filmed at her home in east London on Friday (January 18) during a house party.

According to The Sun, Winehouse "took hit after hit of the deadly drug after a 19-minute binge in which she snorted powdered ectasy and cocaine".

The Legend is back

This month, Nike releases the 23rd edition of the legendary basketball shoe - Jordan and it is expected to be just as venerated as its predecessors.

"No other basketball shoe has changed the face of business, athletics and marketing like the Air Jordan." are the words of The Associated Press

It's also Nike's first basketball shoe designed under its "Considered" ethos, which aims to reduce waste and use environmentally friendly materials wherever possible.

The Air Jordan XX3 will be released in three hyped-up rounds from January to February, starting with a limited edition to be sent to only 23 retailers to be sold for $230 and concluding with the national launch at $185.

Retirement

Bill Gates - the founder and the leader of Microsoft said that he will retire from his curent work, because he need more time for charity!

Depp in Tokyo

Actor Johnny Depp visit Japan for the  premiere of his latest film - "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," in Tokyo on Jan. 8.

Christina Aguilera has baby

Singer Christina Aguilera has given birth to a boy.

"Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman are proud to announce the birth of their son Max Liron Bratman," a brief message stated on her website.

"He is a beautiful, healthy baby boy."

The baby was born Saturday night and weighs 6lbs 2oz. Ms Aguilera, 27, was "resting and doing well," according to the website.

In a message she posted on her site, Ms Aguilera called Saturday "a very joyful and special day" for herself and her husband, a music executive.

The couple married in 2005. The four-time Grammy Award winning singer has said she learned she was pregnant while on her recent "Back to Basics" tour.

Madonna symbol of modern Woman

Madonna is "a symbol of modern womanhood", according to Donatella Versace.
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The 'Hung Up' star - who was the face of Versace's Spring/Summer range in 2005 - has been branded a "true icon" by the famous fashion designer.

Donatella said: "The word 'icon' is overused, but in the case of Madonna I believe it has some meaning. She is a true icon. She has become a symbol of modern womanhood - confident, ambitious, dynamic, constantly reinventing herself.

Britney threatens to kill Herself!

Britney Spears has allegedly threatened to commit suicide if she is forced into psychiatric care.

The troubled singer - who lost all visitation rights to her two young sons last week after she was hospitalised following a stand-off with police when she refused to hand them back to ex-husband Kevin Federline -insists she would rather than die than be put into hospital by her parents, Jamie and Lynne.

"I'll kill myself before I let them lock me up again. So tell Mama and Daddy I said so. Oh my God, it's over for me."

A friend of Britney also spoke of her fears the singer may kill herself if she is barred from seeing her boys, Sean Preston, two, and 16-month-old Jayden James.

The pal told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "The kids are her life. She told me she has no reason to live if she can't see them. So yes, I'm afraid, very afraid."

After being discharged from Los Angeles Cedars-Sinai hospital last weekend, where she refused psychiatric treatment, Britney flew to Mexico with alleged lover Adnan Ghalib.

Staff at the Rosarito Beach Hotel said Britney appeared to be "high" and was singing her hit song 'Toxic' to herself in an empty bar.

Reception manager Gustavo Lopez said: "One of our waitresses spotted Britney singing to herself.

"She heard her mumbling the words to 'Toxic' in a very low voice. It was a strange thing to do and my waitress said she looked out of it."

65th Golden Globe Award Winners

2008 Golden Globe Award Winners
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BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA

ATONEMENT


BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA

JULIE CHRISTIE

Away From Her


BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA

DANIEL DAY-LEWIS

There Will Be Blood


BEST MOTION PICTURE – COMEDY OR MUSICAL

SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET


BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS IN A MOTION PICTURE – COMEDY OR MUSICAL

MARION COTILLARD

La Vie En Rose


BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – COMEDY OR MUSICAL

JOHNNY DEPP

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street


BEST ANIMATED FEATURE FILM

RATATOUILLE


BEST DIRECTOR – MOTION PICTURE

JULIAN SCHNABEL

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly


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ETHAN COEN & JOEL COEN

No Country for Old Men

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Best Hideouts

Anybody who makes their mark in this world first takes a cut against the grain. They shake things up because they refuse to go along with business as usual, not always for the right reasons either. In the square world, if you shake things up, no one is going to show up on your stoop with an assault weapon. In the underworld, you have to duck out the back door and find a friendly place, some place where you can lay low and stay out of sight before the cutthroats find you sleeping.

The best hideout for you is different depending on who wants your head. If it's the law, then you have more options -- including all of your trusted acquaintances who share your hatred for all things police. If it's your friends, now betrayed, then you have fewer options -- and you may consider turning to the law. They are supposed to serve and protect right? Only as a last resort. If you have both your friends and the law after you, you can be guaranteed a life of living on the road, on the lam, in cars and trains and motels, always watching your back for some rising gangster who's willing to pull the trigger.

Hotel using an alias
If you can get a ticket out of town using a false name and check into a hotel under yet another name, a low-key hotel is one of the best hideouts. First, there is room service and you never even have to see the maid or busboy -- and most of them are foreigners anyway, so they sure as hell won't recognize you. You don't want to pick a hotel crawling with security or rent-a-cops. Don't stay at the same place that diplomats and archbishops go for state dinners. Instead, go to the hotel where they take their mistresses.

The islands
The ideal place to run aground is the beach -- that seems to be one of the best hideouts in the movies: Steal a pot of money, grab a hot chick and head for the sun. Again, the island can be one of the best hideouts. The trouble with this can be getting out of the country. But this is almost always easy to do if you go through a high-traffic border station where they have way too many sweaty travelers to push through in any given day than is humanly possible. Once you get to the island of your choice, you might want to reign in your bad habits. Avoid the tourist areas, because sooner or later some flatfoot from the NYPD is going to take a vacation and run into you at the swim-up bar. Enjoy the sun, but remember that it's not spring break.

A friend of a friend's flat
The more degrees of separation you have from your actual network of friends, the safer you are. However, trusting those outside your usual circle makes you more vulnerable since they don't have any vested interest in saving your hide. That's why it's best they don't know the truth. Use something like: you've just gone through a divorce, you don't want to talk about it because you're on the mend, she took the house and you're homeless, blah blah blah. The worse it sounds, the less they'll ask you about your problems. In the meantime, you can enjoy the basement and the mini-fridge.

Deserts and mountains
The ultimate way to hide is to disappear. Barring magic, the best way to do this is to haul a shack into the flats of Nevada or the cliffs of Montana -- two of the best hideouts. Out there, a snake or a bear is your biggest concern. As long as you aren't cooking meth or burning the woods down, the people who want to catch you will have an eternal search combing the nothingness of America. Make sure you bring a couple cases of Glenfiddich or Maker's Mark so you don't have to resort to moonshine.

The Midwest
A bunch of naïve hicks can provide the perfect cover. Al Capone had some of his best hideouts in French Lick, Indiana, and Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. In recent years, you may have heard of Sarah Jane Olson, a member of a 1960s terrorist organization who turned out to be living the life of an upstanding citizen in a town on the edge of the world. If you can stand the boredom, you can re-invent yourself in Podunk -- but it may not be worth it when instead of antipasto and scallops your only choice is all-you-can-eat chicken fried steak. Prison food might be better.

hide and don’t seek
The best hideouts are the places people wouldn’t expect. If you need to lay low and you think of a place instantly, forget it and think of another place. The best hideouts should ideally be somewhere that takes you more than four minutes to think of

TONS OF COCAINE: CARACAS TO WASHINGTON

The CIA propaganda machine is spending a great deal of energy and resources in portraying Venezuela as a drug-trafficking nation. For eight years, From The Wilderness has been documenting the CIA's involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering in this country and around the world. In this article, Peter Dale Scott, long-time friend of FTW and author of a number of books about U.S. government drug trafficking, de-constructs this piece of CIA propaganda. He notes that 41 tons of cocaine having been exported from Venezuela since 1998 does not of course prove guilt on Chavez' part. On the contrary, the CIA has worked in the past with drug traffickers to remove elected presidents, successfully in Chile, and unsuccessfully in Cuba.

In our adult section you can find some of the strange erotic art projects made by Samarel! Also you can see the interview with one of the strangests artists from the adult business. This and many more in the adult section in - Strip magazine!

In our latest issue you can find the portfolio of Suzan Blac!
The art she make, comes from her negative feelings, pain, anger and frustrations ! Understand more about Suzan from Strip magazine!

The hybrid art and creations of the artist Aunia Kahn are also included in our latest issue! See some of her projects and interview are featured - Strip magazine!

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Timeless Designer Jeans

It’s becoming increasingly rare nowadays to find a workplace that demands a suit be worn on a daily basis. Though jeans were once relegated to weekend or outdoor activities, the casual office dress code means that denim has become the new uniform for life: It can be worn at work, at play, and everywhere in between.

That being said, since you wear jeans so often and they take quite a daily beating, it’s not wise to invest $500 in every pair of jeans you purchase. On the other hand, because you wear jeans on a regular basis, you shouldn’t balk at shelling out a bit of cash for at least one or two pairs of high-end jeans, especially considering you’d spend three times as much on a suit you might only wear twice a year.

Mixing up your regular-priced jeans with a couple of splurge-worthy jeans will increase the versatility of your wardrobe and make you look like you spend more on your threads than you actually do. There’s just one caveat to heed when buying expensive denim: Avoid trends. Dropping big bucks on a pair of jeans so trendy they’ll look ridiculously dated in a year’s time is completely absurd.

Choose your pricey denim from among these labels, and the amount of wear you get out of them will more than justify your investment.



Gucci




It’s hard to get any more suave than Gucci, and these jeans are a gorgeous example of what those clever Italian designers are capable of creating. Beautifully cut with a straight leg and a classic medium wash, these are faded just the right amount, and the 10-and-a-half-inch rise means that they’ll sit perfectly on your body -- not too high and not too low. Of course, the Gucci label is imprinted on a leather patch on the back and all the rivets are engraved with the name of the renowned fashion house. All these features ensure that these jeans will look great on nearly everybody in addition to being completely appropriate for any occasion, save the most formal.



Paul Smith





Made exclusively in Japan from hot British designer Paul Smith and woven on an antique loom, these jeans have an irregular finish that will become super comfortable over time. The dark, natural indigo color will match all your casual and dress shirts and will mellow with a lot of wear to yield a lovely patina. A five-pocket, straight-leg fit makes they are great for pairing with pretty much any shoe.



Edwin




Though not technically considered designer denim in Japan, from where Edwin hails, this label has developed a cult-like following stateside, and a pair of these is hot property. Available in sizes 28 to 36, these jeans are cut to flatter pretty much everybody and are extremely comfortable. The look is a gently used one and the color is a classic, distressed blue. The back pockets are evenly spaced on the rear, meaning your butt will better than ever in these babies. You can literally wear these with everything, from sporty casual looks with trainers and brightly colored nylon jackets to night-on-the-town styles with dress shirts, smart shoes and quirky ties. Think of them like the cooler Japanese cousin to your favorite pair of Levi’s.



7 For All Mankind




If you can’t be bothered to spend hours at the gym, just pick up a pair of these jeans to make your legs and your butt look out of this world. They sit low on the waist with ingeniously positioned rear pockets and are cut slim through the knee, flaring slightly at the ankle opening -- a fit guaranteed to flatter many less-than-perfect body shapes. The super saturated, lightly distressed coloring also means these jeans are incredibly slimming, giving the illusion of long legs. A hint of Lycra in the fabric also allows the jeans to really move with your body. Whether paired with a blazer or a T-shirt, these are going to look hot. And since the distinctive “A” signature of 7 jeans is recognized by virtually everybody, these babies are worth every penny.



Levi's




Even if your morning routine consists of rolling out of bed and pulling on a pair of jeans from the floor, if those jeans are a pair of well-cut Levi’s, you’ll always look presentable. These Levi’s exemplify the quality of fabric and cut you should expect from a company that’s been in the denim-manufacturing business for over 130 years. This pair has a gently-used, much-loved appearance due to the dark blue vintage wash with whiskering on the thigh. An antiqued leather patch on the back completes the lived-in look of these jeans, and of course the expert cut of Levi’s combined with a slim-fit, boot-cut leg makes these becoming on almost everyone.



Diesel



A touch different than most jeans, but not so crazy that your friends will be able to spot you a mile away, these jeans will instantly make you look stealthily hipper. The dark blue color means you can wear them with almost anything, but everything you pair these with will be “funkified” thanks to the subtly quirky details on these jeans, including decorative stitching on the fly, slanted, square back pockets, and an inner-thigh patch. Diesel is a superstar when it comes to making slick, fashion-forward pieces, so you’ll be in good hands with a pair of these downtown jeans with an uptown edge.




it's in your jeans
Since your closet probably only requires one or two pairs of uber-cool jeans, make sure you choose your designer denim carefully. Stick to darker washes without too many flashy details and your investment will reap dividends and compliments for years to come.

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