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    49ers coach Singletary: hard head, open mind  Nov 22, 2009
    As a coach, he appears alternately charismatic and dogmatic, the NFL's best sideline magnet for TV cameras. The 49ers grabbed onto this persona to recast their team's losing image, one highway billboard at a time. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)

    For Churches, Beefed-Up Security Is a Mixed Blessing  Nov 22, 2009
    He says many religious leaders fear that obvious security measures, like guards and surveillance cameras, will make a church seem unwelcoming. "It's a paradigm shift that has to happen," says Hawkins, who works with churches to assess risk and develop security plans. (Time.com)

    Outdoors Notebook  Nov 22, 2009
    Last week, Niapas stopped in Glory Hole Sports and informed the staff to have their cameras ready. He said the conditions were good and he was going to go out and catch a big fish, Melanie Lewis of Glory Hole Sports said. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)

    Engineer Designs Micro-Endoscope to Seek out Early Signs of Cancer  Nov 22, 2009
    Huikai Xie, an associate professor of electrical and computer engineering, is working on replacing the cameras with scanners that "see" beneath the surface of tissues -- revealing abnormal groups of cells or growth patterns before cancerous growths are big enough to be visible ... Xie's endoscopes replace the cameras with infrared scanners smaller than pencil erasers. (Science Daily)

    Mumbai still vulnerable 1 year after terror attack  Nov 22, 2009
    A thousand men have been deployed to keep watch over high-profile targets in south Mumbai, including the Chabad House; 500 closed circuit television cameras have been installed across the city and a thousand more are on their way. They've added 1,500 high-powered weapons and 25 amphibious vehicles and boats to their arsenal, Bharti said. (ABC 7 News, DC)

    Saudi reports 4 pilgrim deaths from H1N1 flu ahead of Haj  Nov 22, 2009
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    Vintage toys  Nov 22, 2009
    pril wrote on Nov 19, 2009 6:46 AM:" Linda, I know mine wasn't from the 40s. It had a square box instead of a rectangle. Talking to my dad recently he says it was his older brother's first, who was born in '30. DJ I have a small collection of Kodak Brownie cameras, some Instamatics, a couple of land cameras, and some old box cameras. They sure are fun when you can find the film for them. I kept all my 35mms even after buying digital cameras and still enjoy using them so much more. One of these... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)

    NFL Notebook: Bengals clawing at HBO series jinx  Nov 22, 2009
    The Bengals were this year's featured team, allowing HBO cameras virtually unlimited access to the players and coaches throughout training camp and shown in five one-hour weekly installments. Holmgren & Cleveland. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Does Homewood bar play a role in violence?  Nov 22, 2009
    Mr. McClelland, who said he has added security cameras and a buzzer system for the front door in recent years, wants to find a way to keep it open, and he argues that few incidents have occurred inside the bar besides last year's fatal shooting. "I run that business with an iron fist," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Family and friends gather for Diana memorial  Nov 22, 2009
    This was never publicised and there were not loads of flashing cameras recording it. If she was only in it for the publicity and the photocalls she would not have bothered to go back to the child but she did. (Yahoo News -- Princess Diana)

    On the Steelers: Team's greats should have their own place of honor  Nov 22, 2009
    Here's another reason to hate instant replay: The cameras do not always show a good angle on the play, or they do not show the correct shot in a timely fashion. That is why coach Mike Tomlin did not challenge the early reception by Laveranues Coles along the Bengals' sideline Sunday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Hunting: Making sense of trail cams and deer scents  Nov 22, 2009
    Costly cellular cameras and those with video capability are cutting edge, but reliable scouting devices are available for well under $200, according to David Shipman, one of several experts leading the informal seminars ... All trail cameras are motion-activated, but some operate with incandescent flash, while others use newer, infrared technology ... " Most trail cams can photograph about 50 feet but have a limited radial view. They operate on C-batteries, and flash cameras drain energy faster.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Sorry, I have a nagging doubt  Nov 22, 2009
    On Thursday, a great Warrior appeared to the people of Parliament House: Hulk Hogan, whose famous 60-centimetre biceps drew the cameras away from the other great show of strength occurring in the Senate - 17 National and Liberal senators gathering around their upper house leader, Nick Minchin, who is becoming something of a David Koresh figure for the disaffected denialists in the Coalition ranks. It's all just too biblical for words, even without the plague of bogong moths. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    You can be Santa for THS paper  Nov 22, 2009
    Technology-wise, this thing was inferior to many modern cell-phone cameras, and it records images onto a 3 ... The kids often use their own cameras, he said. (Terrell Tribune, TX)

    Footage of Robinson's debut rare  Nov 22, 2009
    At least one newsreel outfit had cameras at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn, N.Y., on April 15, 1947. "There is newsreel footage," says Blaine Bartell, senior newsreel preservationist for the UCLA Film and Television Archive. (Yahoo News -- African Americans)

    Is 4J Road crosswalk safe enough?  Nov 22, 2009
    Mounted surveillance cameras have been suggested to catch drivers not yielding to people trying to cross ... Councilman Kevin McGrath said the cameras would have to be really advanced to be able to catch drivers license plate numbers ... Hopefully we dont have to go to cameras, Evenson said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)

    Gillette Marines connection to youth group benefits his entire platoon  Nov 22, 2009
    One group loaded up on toiletries, the next on snack foods, still another on socks and disposable cameras. Using cell phones as calculators, they tried to stay within their budget. (Gillette News-Record, WY)

    Big roads keep local police busy  Nov 22, 2009
    Things like electronic Interstate message boards make communicating with the public faster, and the surveillance cameras that he estimates 80 percent of the townships businesses have now make investigations easier. When it comes to the big roads, no discussion of technology is complete without a mention of PennDOTs traffic cameras, which keep an electronic eye along much of I-81, as well as parts of other major roads that intersect it in Cumberland County ... Sgt. David Gouldy, who... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Hackett can do hat-trick: Perkins  Nov 22, 2009
    The weight of expectation will rest heavily on the 27-year-old's broad shoulders but Perkins says the China syndrome will play to Hackett's advantage, allowing him to escape the glare of the cameras and focus on the monumental task at hand. "Everybody's different but I've got to say Grant is one of the most mentally tough swimmers I've seen so I don't think it will worry him at all," Perkins said. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)

    Cantona slams Henry and coach Domenech  Nov 22, 2009
    What shocked me most was that at the end of the match, in front of the television cameras, this player (Henry) went and sat down next to an Irish player to console him, even though he d s*****ed them three minutes earlier. If I d been Irish, he wouldn t have lasted three seconds. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)

    Robots take aim in Segway soccer  Nov 22, 2009
    Coral fitted out the robotic Segways with cameras which can locate brightly-coloured objects, and developed a kicking device controlled by an on-board computer. "The reason we used Segways is that they are very robust in terms of motion. Robots on wheels are very hard to make, going uphill can be difficult," said Professor Veloso. (Yahoo News -- Segway Human Transporter)

    Stringer Sees 3D as Sony's Next $10 Billion Business; Investors Skeptical  Nov 22, 2009
    Kyung-Soo Ahn, the executive vice president in charge of Sonys business products unit, said this week sales of , cameras and other equipment capable of producing 3D images are expanding faster than expected. Sony received orders for more than 11,000 3D projectors in the U.S. as movie-theater companies such as Regal Entertainment Group and AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc. adopt the technology, the company said yesterday. (Bloomberg -- Japan)

    Cellphone users complain about 'function fatigue'  Nov 22, 2009
    Manufacturers have become so enamored of cool features including cameras, recording devices and video-streaming capabilities that they have lost sight of the fact that many consumers just want good voice reception, according to a survey by the Forum to Advance the Mobile Experience (FAME). "Function fatigue" was the No. 1 complaint of mobile phone users, according to the survey of 15,000 consumers in 37 countries. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)

    Additional MWC Women's Basketball Games Added to 2009-10 Telecast Schedule  Nov 22, 2009
    "All of our students are involved in some way with the game day production, whether it's pulling cable, operating cameras and replay equipment, or directing the broadcast. In fact, the productions are almost 100% student run. I don't know of another school that has its student productions broadcast to such a large audience. This opportunity is only possible thanks to the cooperation of The Mtn., TCU athletics and the FTDM Department.". Additional events produced by the TCU... (Themwc.com)

    Adna routs rival Napavine in 2B quarterfinals  Nov 22, 2009
    Pete Caster / The Chronicle TUMWATER Maybe they just needed the TV cameras rolling. The Pirates settled a score, knocked a monkey off their collective backs, bounced the defending state champions out of the dance and gave the KING-5 News crew a set of blue-and-gold highlights in a 37-6 State 2B Football quarterfinal win over rival Napavine here Friday night. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    The Parenting Place  Nov 22, 2009
    Maybe it was all an act for the cameras, but I wanted to believe her. On the surface I agree that they should take a break from being celebrities and get their act together, but then I think--how on God's green earth does a single parent support 8 kids with an ex-husband who is out acting like a teenager and without going on welfare. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    ODOT office prepared for winter weather  Nov 22, 2009
    One way is ODOTs Trip Check cameras, where motorists can get on the agencys Web page and visually check out road conditions where cameras are available. In addition to the cameras at Ontario, Weatherby, North Powder and other locations at in Eastern Oregon, a camera is now online at Austin Junction, and cameras will soon be operational at Jordan Valley and Basque Station. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    Hand-wringing  Nov 22, 2009
    "What shocked me most was that at the end of the match, in front of the television cameras, this player [Henry] went and sat down next to an Irish player to console him," Cantona thundered. "If I'd been Irish, he wouldn't have remained on the field for three seconds.". (BBC News -- Europe)

    Former football coach sentenced  Nov 22, 2009
    The allegations began March 20, 2008, when multiple cameras were missing from the athletic department and then mysteriously returned. According to the Mesquite police investigation, detectives became suspicious of Halpin and believed he was pawning the items for money. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Pope Meets Head of Anglican Church  Nov 22, 2009
    Everything was polite for the benefit of the cameras, but the growing rift between the two shows no sign of narrowing, reports CBS News correspondent Sheila MacVicar. There were handshakes in public, but at a moment of increased tension between the Catholic and Anglican churches, the pope and the Archbishop of Canterbury spent barely 20 minutes in private conversation. (CBS News)

    Orange Slices  Nov 22, 2009
    Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:22 PM EST. Ryan, The Citizen's sports editor, offers observations on the world of Syracuse University athletics in this space, and he loves to hear from SU fans. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Politics in Albany as weird as ever  Nov 22, 2009
    For days, lawmakers stood in front of TV cameras and assured reporters they were very, very close to a deficit reduction deal. They were smiling, the comments were glib, and the statements had little basis in reality. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    My to-do list: Run and root  Nov 22, 2009
    And each of Bill's secret cameras indicated the play would work. The rest. (News & Observer -- Sports)

    Life-Logging and the Generation Gap over Privacy  Nov 22, 2009
    Welcome to a new world of vlogs, MySpace, Flickr, and now life-logging, a system that documents every conversation, movement, and idea through a series of recording gadgets like cameras, GPS trackers, even brain scanners ... You know, there are cameras in public places. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)

    Romanians vote in tight presidential election  Nov 22, 2009
    "Despite measures to prevent multiple voting, including monitoring cameras at special polling stations, several interlocutors have raised their concerns that such irregularities may nonetheless occur," the OSCE said last week in its preliminary report. 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    China set for Miss World contest  Nov 22, 2009
    Beauty queens from a record 106 countries have been parading before the cameras in recent days at China's historic sites and beauty spots ... The city of Sanya has spent more than $30 million sprucing itself up for the cameras, as the show for the first time will be shown on China's state television. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)

    EASports Predicts Zags over Terps  Nov 22, 2009
    EA will also be providing handheld cameras to fans, families, mascots, and other individuals associated with the tournament to document their trip to Maui. Daily videos will be featured on and the EA SPORTS You-Tube channel - for viewers to tune in and stay connected. (CatTracks.net)

    Independent ATMs pose more risk than you think  Nov 22, 2009
    They are easily hacked and the innards can be reconfigured to store your card data and PIN. A criminal can also affix skimming devices that capture your data from the card s magnetic strip and they install wireless cameras that record your PIN codes ... And even legit nonbank machines, Siciliano points out, don t have security cameras built into them like those at banks. (Boston Globe)

    State prison assault data fuel debate  Nov 22, 2009
    The newer prison, Wiffin said, has solid cell doors, brighter lighting, and many more surveillance cameras, and is designed to separate potentially violent inmates from one another. In contrast, she said, some cell doors at Cedar Junction have bars, enabling inmates to reach out and injure others. (Boston Globe)

    Volunteer group boosts membership and turkey giveaways  Nov 22, 2009
    But the cameras and publicity surrounding the governor s appearance made some attendees fear people would be afraid to be seen as needy and not come to such events. Some people are ashamed to show their face, said Steve Tolliver, 54, of Roslindale, who was attending to make sure he and his eight children have enough food for Thanksgiving. (Boston Globe)

    Ex-Air Force nurse not guilty in deaths  Nov 22, 2009
    FLORIDA Expectant father joins in spacewalk CAPE CANAVERAL - Astronaut Randolph Bresnik put aside his daughter s impending birth yesterday and took part his first spacewalk to install antennas, relocate an electrical hazard monitor, and hook up a wireless video system for helmet cameras outside the International Space Station. Bresnik s wife, Rebecca, had been expected to give birth to their second child Friday, back home in Houston. (Boston Globe)

    Couple pleads guilty in Cuban spying case  Nov 22, 2009
    "Now they have cameras, but they didn't then.". Click for related content. (MSNBC -- International)

    TV? No big deal  Nov 22, 2009
    Theriot, who has 50 receptions for 350 yards and seven touchdowns this year, also believes the TV cameras make no difference this week. Its just a good chance to show people what we can do, said Theriot. (New Iberia, LA)

    Four on Hajj killed by swine flu  Nov 22, 2009
    Authorities had tried to prepare for any outbreaks by installing thermal cameras at airports and sea terminals, deploying 15,000 additional health workers and ensuring hundreds of extra beds were available. Thousands of pilgrims are already in Saudi Arabia for Hajj. (BBC News -- Africa)

    Shots ring out at Western  Nov 22, 2009
    Officers posted in front of the schools, as well as security cameras, can also act as deterrents, he said. "A police presence is highly critical at school nowadays," he said. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)

    Mount Vernon's Update With History  Nov 22, 2009
    The house and grounds have always been monitored by security cameras and uniformed armed guards. "We keep in touch with the local FBI people and they have consistently told us we are not in the same category as the White House and Capitol. We do know where we could have magnetometers, if needed," said Rees. (Yahoo News -- Architecture)

    Safety already on Olympia agenda  Nov 22, 2009
    With some federal grants drying up and many public-school budgets stretched thin, some districts have decided not to hire security officers or install security equipment, such as cameras or metal detectors. In Washington, fewer than a third of all districts employ school security specialists or police officers in their schools, Apperson said. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)

    Boise rolls in second  Nov 21, 2009
    And actually, it wasn t until the final five minutes that the Broncos really started to show off for the ESPN cameras and the national audience sitting at home. I think was it is, is just a lot of energy early on to play us, Petersen said. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)

    Two of Hubble's instruments to go on display at US museum  Nov 21, 2009
    In 1993, Costar was installed to act as "spectacles" to correct the images for a range of Hubble's instruments and cameras. In addition, the Wide Field Planetary Camera 2 (WFPC-2) was installed, which already had the optical fix built into it. (BBC News -- Science)

    I would have hit striker Thierry Henry: Cantona  Nov 21, 2009
    The former France and Manchester United star said: "What shocks me the most quite frankly, is not the hand-ball. "What shocks me the most is that this player, at the end of the game, in front of the TV cameras, went to sit down next to an Ireland player to comfort him - when he had just screwed him. " Cantona could not believe Henry chose to sit and chat with Republic of Ireland defender Richard Dunne after his handball set up William Gallas for the goal, which ended Ireland's World Cup dream in... (India Times, India)

    Robots take aim in Segway soccer  Nov 21, 2009
    Coral fitted out the robotic Segways with cameras which can locate brightly-coloured objects, and developed a kicking device controlled by an on-board computer. "The reason we used Segways is that they are very robust in terms of motion. Robots on wheels are very hard to make, going uphill can be difficult," said Professor Veloso. (Yahoo News -- Segway Human Transporter)

    Selling HD In Turbulent Times  Nov 21, 2009
    Sean Moran, Hitachi Kokusai Electric America's national sales manager, recently spoke with HD Update contributor George Winslow about the current sales climate for high-definition cameras and the prospects for 2010 ... Sean Moran: We have been developing some new, lower-cost cameras to help customers in tough times that we are going through now and probably will continue to face for a year or so ... We've also strengthened our line of accessories and cameras. (Multichannel News)

    19-Year-Old Reports Self As Drunken Driver  Nov 21, 2009
    See how the weather is affecting your commute or your trip out of town with our traffic cameras, flow maps, alerts and pass reports. ADVERTISEMENT. (KIRO TV, WA)

    Panthers' QB comes up short  Nov 21, 2009
    With television cameras capturing his every move and tape recorders chronicling his every word, Delhomme had to stand at a podium and recall how he lost for the first time as a starting quarterback at the Superdome. He had to relive the missed throws. (Nola.com -- Sports)

    President swept up in Indonesian corruption scandal  Nov 21, 2009
    As television cameras rolled, more than four hours of KPK wiretaps were played in a Jakarta court earlier this month. Millions of transfixed viewers heard various senior police and prosecutors talking about framing the two KPK deputies, even suggesting that Mr Chandra, following his imprisonment, could be murdered. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    Death in Papua: political intrigue clouds miner's murder  Nov 21, 2009
    The magazine reported sightings of a group of armed men dressed in black who were filmed on security cameras near the mine and stopped by guards the day after Mr Grant was killed. But the group has never been identified or arrested. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    China set for Miss World contest  Nov 21, 2009
    Beauty queens from a record 106 countries have been parading before the cameras in recent days at China's historic sites and beauty spots ... The city of Sanya has spent more than $30 million sprucing itself up for the cameras, as the show for the first time will be shown on China's state television. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)

    Cellphone users complain about 'function fatigue'  Nov 21, 2009
    Manufacturers have become so enamored of cool features including cameras, recording devices and video-streaming capabilities that they have lost sight of the fact that many consumers just want good voice reception, according to a survey by the Forum to Advance the Mobile Experience (FAME). "Function fatigue" was the No. 1 complaint of mobile phone users, according to the survey of 15,000 consumers in 37 countries. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)

    TV? No big deal  Nov 21, 2009
    Theriot, who has 50 receptions for 350 yards and seven touchdowns this year, also believes the TV cameras make no difference this week. Its just a good chance to show people what we can do, said Theriot. (New Iberia, LA)

    Review: Cage and 'Bad' intriguing  Nov 21, 2009
    Where Ferrara shows us the lieutenant shooting up in transfixed, empathetic detail, Herzog mostly plays McDonagh's addiction for black comedy, looking for the blind spot between surveillance cameras after a fortuitous posting in the evidence room, or channeling his high into an audaciously courageous bust. This is also an effect of two very different movie stars' styles: Keitel's method naturalism vs. Cage's mannered expressionism. (CNN)

    TV plotlines reflect recession anxieties  Nov 21, 2009
    "We turn the cameras on and watch what happens. So this is our reflecting the culture at large, which is what we do through the prism of our characters," Cohen said. "People are engaged and invested in our characters' lives, so as long as we show what's happening, viewers seem to want more.". (CNN)

    Safety already on Olympia agenda  Nov 21, 2009
    With some federal grants drying up and many public-school budgets stretched thin, some districts have decided not to hire security officers or install security equipment, such as cameras or metal detectors. In Washington, fewer than a third of all districts employ school security specialists or police officers in their schools, Apperson said. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)

    Click to read: Could New Evidence Help Caylee's Mother?  Nov 21, 2009
    All the crimes, ex-cons and video cameras proclaim this loud and clear. Remember old Ben Franklin's words:"If I have something bad to say about anyone, then I say nothing"Let the law courts do their job. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Arrest made in thefts from VRE parking lots  Nov 21, 2009
    VRE does not have cameras monitoring these parking lots ... Chewning said surveillance cameras, lighting, and police patrols during the time commuters arrive home should be added. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    15-year-old to be tried as an adult  Nov 21, 2009
    Beetem had closed the certification hearing to television cameras and radio sound recordings, because -- although it was opened to the public under state law requirements -- it still involved the fate of a teenager in the juvenile system whose identity is protected by law. Provisions had been made for the broadcasters to record the afternoon hearing for use in their news reports under Missouri's "Cameras In the Courtroom" rules -- but those recordings never were allowed because Bustamante did... (Fulton Sun, MO)

    Handwriting hints local angle in 26/11  Nov 21, 2009
    He used these stays to get elaborate details of every nook and cranny of the potential targets, which he also captured on video and still cameras. The reconnaissance mission was also carried out by Headley at Nariman House and Leopold Cafe, the other two targets of the 26/11 attackers. (India Times)

    Arrest made in thefts at VRE lots Fredericksburg authorities charge man in connection with a rash of thefts from vehicles parked in lots near downtown station.  Nov 21, 2009
    "Parking lots at VRE stations are not owned by VRE. VRE works with the local police departments based on availability to get police patrols. VRE does not have its own law enforcement unit. VRE does not have cameras monitoring these parking lots. Please remember parking at these locations is at your own risk," the e-mail read ... Chewning said surveillance cameras, lighting and police patrols during the time when commuters arrive home should be added. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    Outdoors Notebook  Nov 21, 2009
    Last week, Niapas stopped in Glory Hole Sports and informed the staff to have their cameras ready. He said the conditions were good and he was going to go out and catch a big fish, Melanie Lewis of Glory Hole Sports said. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)

    'Scrooge's Christmas' goes live at CWU tonight  Nov 21, 2009
    The use of cameras and recording devices is strictly prohibited. Babies in arms will not be admitted. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)

    Police investigating burglary at Radio Shack  Nov 21, 2009
    Investigation revealed that a substantial amount of inventory, including 16 cell phones, seven digital cameras, a laptop computer and a Garmin GPS device were stolen from the store. The investigation of the incident continues with the owner of the business offering a 500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of person(s) responsible for this crime. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)

    Camera case picture-perfect  Nov 21, 2009
    Name: Golla Digi Bag What it is: A polyester carrying bag for compact digital cameras ... You can also tuck in a credit card and ID. It's an attractive case that doesn't scream "tourist." The bad: This is meant for compact cameras, so if you have an older, bulkier model, the camera may not fit. (Montana Standard, MT)

    To the whinger, the spoils  Nov 21, 2009
    And it would also look a whole lot less barren for the TV cameras, almost as if someone out there gave a hoot in a boot. LOVE THIS CITY. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)

    It's the characters behind the cards who draw a full house  Nov 21, 2009
    My memories from the first few days of winning the World Series of Poker are filled with flash bulbs and cameras, as I ran the press and PR trail and had to do my best to represent my own sport. The Poker Star winner will hopefully one day need to do the same, and I'm proud to say I now know they will handle it with charm and ease. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)

    Pro-Castro Mob Attacks Spouse of Top Cuban Blogger  Nov 21, 2009
    For about 10 minutes after Escobar was gone, the crowd continued to chant "Fidel! Fidel!" for international news cameras. Then it dispersed quietly. (Newsmax)

    Bird's-Eye View of Tranquility Base  Nov 21, 2009
    For example, the spacecraft's low polar orbit should allow its cameras to record the entire globe with 100-meter resolution and up to 10% of the surface with unprecedented 0. 5-meter resolution good enough to spot hazardous boulders in likely landing sites. (SkyAndTelescope.com)

    CAPITAL CULTURE: Sotomayor adds celebrity to court  Nov 21, 2009
    Recently, the new justice was swarmed by people with cameras the minute she appeared in the Grand Foyer of the White House during a celebration of Latino music. The throng around her didn't part until the hundreds of concert guests were ushered to their seats in a giant tent on the South Lawn, and it quickly regrouped once the concert ended. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    Fun's up on the North Shore  Nov 21, 2009
    Vans Triple Crown of Surfing: Pro surfers, spectators and people with long lenses on cameras flock to the North Shore for the prestigious Vans Triple Crown of Surfing, which started last week with the men's Reef Hawaiian Pro at Haleiwa. The holding period for the second jewel in the three-jeweled crown the O'Neill World Cup starts on Nov. 24 at Sunset Beach. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Mumbai Still Vulnerable 1 Year After Attack  Nov 21, 2009
    A thousand men have been deployed to keep watch over high-profile targets in south Mumbai, including the Chabad House; 500 closed circuit television cameras have been installed across the city and a thousand more are on their way. They've added 1,500 high-powered weapons and 25 amphibious vehicles and boats to their arsenal, Bharti said. (CBS News -- World)

    Life-Logging and the Generation Gap over Privacy  Nov 21, 2009
    Welcome to a new world of vlogs, MySpace, Flickr, and now life-logging, a system that documents every conversation, movement, and idea through a series of recording gadgets like cameras, GPS trackers, even brain scanners ... You know, there are cameras in public places. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)

    Shaler man faces trial on DUI charges in fatal crash  Nov 21, 2009
    He said video surveillance cameras mounted at Heinz Field captured images of Mr. Schell, driving his friend's Cadillac, making an illegal turn from Allegheny Avenue onto the exit ramp from the Fort Duquesne Bridge. At the same time, Mr. Randolph, who had been traveling on the bridge, exited onto the ramp, and his Kia Rio collided with the Cadillac. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Vintage toys  Nov 21, 2009
    pril wrote on Nov 19, 2009 6:46 AM:" Linda, I know mine wasn't from the 40s. It had a square box instead of a rectangle. Talking to my dad recently he says it was his older brother's first, who was born in '30. DJ I have a small collection of Kodak Brownie cameras, some Instamatics, a couple of land cameras, and some old box cameras. They sure are fun when you can find the film for them. I kept all my 35mms even after buying digital cameras and still enjoy using them so much more. One of these... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)

    Heads of Departments, Agencies and Boards to loyal to government  Nov 21, 2009
    Mr. Thomas Bismark Boakye, Regional Coordinator of the National Road Safety Commission, announced that the commission would introduce speed governors and speed cameras next year to check overspeeding. He said the cameras would be installed at accident prone areas to send pictures of overspeeding vehicles and their numbers to call centres which would inform the nearest police station to arrest offending drivers. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Shots ring out at Western  Nov 21, 2009
    Officers posted in front of the schools, as well as security cameras, can also act as deterrents, he said. "A police presence is highly critical at school nowadays," he said. (Yahoo News -- School Violence)

    Seahawks CB Wilson likely to miss Vikings game  Nov 21, 2009
    Television cameras showed Dockett pushing his arm into Hasselbeck s throat. Dockett was not penalized on the play. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    20 years of TV in the Commons  Nov 21, 2009
    BBC News - 20 years of TV cameras in the Commons ... 20 years of TV cameras in the Commons ... TV cameras were first allowed into the House of Commons, 20 years ago this weekend. (BBC News -- UK)

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