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Hacker maps Internet by enslaving thousands of vulnerable machines

Devin Coldewey , NBC News ? ? ? 7 hrs.

An anonymous researcher used methods commonly employed in malicious hacking to get information on every IP address on the Internet, and has publicly released the results. Though he did it with good intentions ? and created a database that may well prove useful to research ? the project was definitely illegal.

The technical aspects of the research are explained in the paper itself, but the simplest explanation is this: The researcher began scanning IP addresses for devices that were more or less totally open to being logged into and modified, and then used those devices to scan further IP addresses.

It's a bit like he walked down the street, writing down each address then trying the doorknob. If it was open, he went in and convinced whoever lived there to join him in his data-collection quest ? and soon his army of helpers had mapped the whole world.

Within a day, he had a "botnet" of over 420,000 devices doing his bidding, though he writes that at least four times that number were accessible. Many of these devices were routers and random pieces of Internet-connected equipment, like appliances and printers. All were accessed by simply ascertaining their existence with a quick scan and then submitting the most common usernames and passwords, like "admin" and "default."

Working together, these devices could scan every IP address on the Internet in an hour or so, allowing for a very detailed breakdown of what parts of the Internet are active and when.

"This is most definitely illegal," Roel Schouwenberg, senior researcher at Kaspersky Lab, told NBC News in an email. "Even if the intentions are good, which we have no way of verifying. unauthorized access remains unauthorized access." Even if the compromised devices were thermostats or modems, "it doesn't matter if it involves a regular desktop computer or a router."

Although he was breaking laws, the hacker insists in the paper that he was careful not to disturb or break anything. His scanning program was not installed on anything that might be mission-critical or easily disrupted. And it only accessed devices that were absolutely wide open.

As proof of his benevolence, when his botnet encountered a rival botnet that was clearly made for malicious purposes, he added a bit of code to protect the machines against it.

Carna, as the botnet was called by its creator, ran from June to October of 2012 and was apparently never detected. It has since been decommissioned, although the affected devices are likely still not secure and could be gathered up again by him or anyone interested in doing so.

The enormous database is available for download ? though at 9 terabytes, it's bigger than any single hard drive on the market. The hacker found some interesting things, like areas of the Internet that should be empty but aren't, and a daily rhythm to Internet devices going on- and offline. The raw data of this morally dubious but unquestionably effective botnet will surely be valuable to security and networking experts all over the world.

While the full paper contains a lot of very technical information and descriptions of code, it is fairly readable even to a lay person and contains some attractive visualizations, some of which you see here.

Afraid you might be compromised? Locking down your router or printer is easy: Check the manual or do a quick search for your model number and follow the instructions to change the login and password to something more secure.

Devin Coldewey is a contributing writer for NBC News Digital. His personal website is coldewey.cc.

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'Psych' Star Dule Hill Talks Gus, 'The West Wing,' Aaron Sorkin And More

  • "666 Park Avenue"

    <strong>"666 Park Ave.," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/16/666-park-avenue-canceled_n_2147290.html">ABC pulled the plug</a> on this supernatural drama earlier in the season.

  • "The Bachelor"

    <strong>"The Bachelor," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: While ratings may have dropped, "The Bachelor" will likely see another season on ABC as tabloids and viewers still care about the comings and goings of contestants.

  • "Body of Proof"

    <strong>"Body of Proof," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: ABC is keen on this Dana Delany drama, but the ratings for this upcoming third season will be the true test.

  • "Castle"

    <strong>"Castle," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed. <strong>Why</strong>: Strong ratings and a dedicated viewership will keep "Castle" on the schedule.

  • "Dancing With the Stars"

    <strong>"Dancing With the Stars," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The series is hurting in the ratings ... by "DWTS" standards. It's still a strong player for ABC, but the new season hasn't premiered yet.

  • "Don't Trust The B---- In Apt. 23"

    <strong>"Don't Trust The B---- In Apt. 23," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/22/apartment-23-canceled-dont-trust-the-b_n_2528858.html">ABC pulled the low-rated comedy</a> from it schedule and the stars took to Twitter to announce the cancellation.

  • "Family Tools"

    <strong>"Family Tools," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: This ABC comedy has yet to debut, but a May 1 premiere date doesn't look great.

  • "Grey's Anatomy"

    <strong>"Grey's Anatomy," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: America still loves McDreamy and the goings on at Seattle Grace. Expect "Grey's" to return.

  • "Happy Endings"

    <strong>"Happy Endings," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Always the bubble show, never the surefire renewal hit. "Happy Endings" has suffered from many ratings ailments, including bad scheduling (<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/happy-endings-friday-abc_n_2683091.html">it's moving to Friday night</a>) and lack of promo. But this ahmahzing show has some serious fans that could keep it afloat for another season ... maybe on another network (a la "Cougar Town.")

  • "How To Live With Your Parents (For The Rest Of Your Life)"

    <strong>"How To Live With Your Parents (For The Rest Of Your Life)," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: The ABC comedy starring Sarah Chalke has yet to debut, but its late season bow doesn't exactly bode well for its future.

  • "Last Man Standing"

    <strong>"Last Man Standing," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Viewers still love Tim Allen! Paired with "Malibu Country," "Last Man Standing" has been performing well on Friday nights and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/jonathan-taylor-thomas-last-man-standing-home-improvement_n_2686307.html">will soon see Allen's "Home Improvement" co-star Jonathan Tyler Thomas</a>.

  • "Last Resort"

    <strong>"Last Resort," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/16/last-resort-canceled-abc_n_2147316.html">ABC killed the Shawn Ryan drama</a> in late 2012.

  • "Malibu Country"

    <strong>"Malibu Country," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: "Malibu Country" has been performing well on Friday nights. Lesson: Never underestimate the star power of Reba.

  • "The Middle"

    <strong>"The Middle," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Now in its fourth season, "The Middle" is still pulling in more than 8 million viewers an episode as the anchor of ABC's Wednesday comedies.

  • "Mistresses"

    <strong>"Mistresses," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: The drama, which is based on the UK series of the same name, just got a Monday, May 27 premiere date. Though the scheduling struggle doesn't bode well, the ABC drama does have Alyssa Milano and "Lost" alum Yunjin Kim leading the foursome.

  • "Modern Family"

    <strong>"Modern Family," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: A fan favorite and Emmy darling, "Modern Family" will be back and will make ABC lots of money in syndication.

  • "Nashville"

    <strong>"Nashville," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Critical acclaim doesn't always equate to rating success. The show has stabilized in Nielsen ratings, but its future really depends on the strength of ABC's drama pilots.

  • "The Neighbors"

    <strong>"The Neighbors," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: One of the few "hits" of the season, "The Neighbors" has found an audience and kept it pretty steadily week after week (<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/11/abc-shows-fall-tv-2012-2013_n_1581796.html">much to our dismay</a>).

  • "Once Upon a Time"

    <strong>"Once Upon a Time," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: A ratings hit in its second season, "Once Upon a Time" is almost sure to be back for a third season full of fairytale adventures.

  • "Private Practice"

    <strong>"Private Practice," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Ended <strong>Why</strong>: The "Grey's Anatomy" spinoff said goodbye in January 2013.

  • "Red Widow"

    <strong>"Red Widow," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: The show has a late February debut on ABC.

  • "Revenge"

    <strong>"Revenge," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: "Revenge" has fallen out of critical favor and seen lower ratings in its new Sunday night home. But none of ABC's freshman dramas are doing well, so that works in the show's favor.

  • "Rookie Blue"

    <strong>"Rookie Blue," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The Canadian co-production will return for a fourth season on ABC during the summer of 2013.

  • "Scandal"

    <strong>"Scandal," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Shonda Rhimes has another hit on her hands. Now in its second season, "Scandal" has benefited from word-of-mouth and has been rising in the ratings (even recently beating out its lead in "Grey's Anatomy"). A likable star -- Kerry Washington -- and continued buzz will keep "Scandal" on the schedule.

  • "Suburgatory"

    <strong>"Suburgatory," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: The series started Season 2 off strong in the ratings, but its audience has slowly eroded. Its not the worst-performing ABC sitcom, but its buzziness has died down as well.

  • "Zero Hour"

    <strong>"Zero Hour," ABC</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: The Anthony Edwards vehicle debuted to 6.3 million viewers with a 1.3 rating in the key 18-49 demographic, making it <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/15/zero-hour-ratings_n_2695800.html">the least-watched premiere for a scripted series in ABC's history</a>. Things only got worse from there.

  • "2 Broke Girls"

    <strong>"2 Broke Girls," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: It's not doing "The Big Bang Theory" numbers, but "2 Broke Girls" has maintained a viewership over its two seasons.

  • "The Amazing Race"

    <strong>"The Amazing Race," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: As an Emmy and fan favorite, "The Amazing Race" has been a strong player for CBS.

  • "The Big Bang Theory"

    <strong>"The Big Bang Theory," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Now in its sixth season, "Big Bang" is reaching series-high ratings. Even up against reality powerhouse "American Idol," "The Big Bang Theory" has been delivering with crazy high numbers in the 18-49 demographic, beating out what was once Fox's juggernaut.

  • "Blue Bloods"

    <strong>"Blue Bloods," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The Tom Selleck-fronted police drama is a strong ratings performer for CBS on Fridays. It will likely be back to help launch new Friday shows and produce enough episodes to enter syndication.

  • "Criminal Minds"

    <strong>"Criminal Minds," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: As one of CBS's strong procedural players, the series has been steady in the ratings and will likely be renewed to help anchor a night and launch a new drama.

  • "CSI"

    <strong>"CSI," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Of the two "CSI" shows on the air, "CSI" is the stronger player in the TV landscape. The show is nowhere near its earlier ratings, but Ted Danson signed on for more and the show will be back.

  • "CSI: NY"

    <strong>"CSI: NY," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: The spinoff series will be entering Season 10 in the 2013-2014 season. The ratings have faded over the years, but they're still pretty stable, especially for Fridays. It's a toss up, depending on how well CBS's development slate goes.

  • "Elementary"

    <strong>"Elementary," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: One of the very few freshman series hits during the 2012-2013 TV season, CBS is very keen on this modern-day take on Sherlock Holmes. The audience has been steady and the network even gave it the post-Super Bowl timeslot.

  • "Golden Boy"

    <strong>"Golden Boy," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Too soon to tell <strong>Why</strong>: CBS certainly has a handsome star at the front of this cop drama, but its late season entry and Friday timeslot could be a hint toward CBS's confidence in the show.

  • "The Good Wife"

    <strong>"The Good Wife," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: A former ratings champ, "The Good Wife" has slipped to series low ratings on Sunday nights. Blame football overrun, fan-detested storylines or too many guest stars, but "The Good Wife" is certainly in the danger zone. What it has going for it: star power and critical praise, plus its nearing a good syndication sweet spot.

  • "Hawaii Five-0"

    <strong>"Hawaii Five-0," CBS</strong <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Its ratings -- bouncing around 8-10 million viewers an episode, are great ... if you're a show on NBC. By CBS standards, they're kind of meh, but this show has stars with very active fan followings. CBS could axe the drama to make room for new procedurals, or stick with it to get the show close to syndication gold.

  • "How I Met Your Mother"

    <strong>"How I Met Your Mother," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: CBS handed out a ninth and final season to this comedy with the entire cast returning. Expect to meet the mother, finally.

  • "Made In Jersey"

    <strong>"Made In Jersey," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: CBS pulled the plug on this legal drama very early on in the season because of low ratings.

  • "The Mentalist"

    <strong>"The Mentalist," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: "The Mentalist" has fallen to mediocre ratings -- by CBS standards -- and could be axed in favor of making room for a new drama.

  • "Mike & Molly"

    <strong>"Mike & Molly," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The ratings are down a little bit from last year, but Melissa McCarthy's star continues to rise. CBS will likely bring the show back for another season.

  • "NCIS"

    <strong>"NCIS," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Renewed <strong>Why</strong>: CBS reached a deal with series star Mark Harmon in early 2013, keeping the No. 1 show in America around for a Season 11.

  • "NCIS: LA"

    <strong>"NCIS: LA," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: Viewers love their "NCIS," in any form. The ratings have been strong and the network is producing a backdoor spinoff pilot for this spinoff show. A full night of "NCIS" could be in CBS's future.

  • "Partners"

    <strong>"Partners," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Canceled <strong>Why</strong>: Low ratings and unfavorable reviews led to the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/16/partners-canceled-cbs_n_2145832.html">early demise</a> of this CBS comedy.

  • "Person of Interest"

    <strong>"Person of Interest," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The series has developed a nice-sized audience, bigger than its first season.

  • "Rules of Engagement"

    <strong>"Rules of Engagement," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Honestly, who knows <strong>Why</strong>: This comedy has been on the bubble since it premiered ... yet is now in its seventh season. It's too soon to look at the numbers for this season, but the show has been a midseason success for CBS in the past. However, series co-star <a href="http://insidetv.ew.com/2013/02/07/cbs-orders-comedy-pilot-starring-patrick-warburton/">Patrick Warburton is attached to star in a new pilot</a> ... for CBS.

  • "Survivor"

    <strong>"Survivor," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: A strong player for the last 13 years, "Survivor" will likely be back. But due to its <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/survivor-ratings-lowest-premiere-ever_n_2687591.html">most recent premiere ratings</a>, we might not see it during the fall season, though a midseason or summer return -- with some new gimmick -- is definitely in the cards for the reality series.

  • "Two and a Half Men"

    <strong>"Two and a Half Men," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: CBS wants another season of this bawdy hit, it's just a matter of getting its stars to sign back on.

  • "Undercover Boss"

    <strong>"Undercover Boss," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Likely to be renewed <strong>Why</strong>: The show is enjoying life in syndication and its Season 4 numbers are better than most of its third season.

  • "Unforgettable"

    <strong>"Unforgettable," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Uncanceled <strong>Why</strong>: CBS canceled the Poppy Montgomery drama last season ... and then revived it! Season 2 premieres Sunday, July 28.

  • "Vegas"

    <strong>"Vegas," CBS</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: On the bubble <strong>Why</strong>: Despite star power, the series hasn't been a breakout hit in the ratings. CBS previously canceled "Unforgettable" (then uncanceled it) last season when it was doing about the same as "Vegas."

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    Style Lessons We Can Learn From The Best-Dressed List (PHOTOS)

  • Selena Gomez In Dolce & Gabbana

    This is how you wear a cropped top. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/15/spring-breakers-opening-ceremony-line_n_2883052.html" target="_blank">"Spring Breakers" actress </a>shows off a mere inch of skin at the narrowest part of her body (right under her rib cage). She compensates for the risqu? cut with a high-waisted, knee-length skirt that is the epitome of ladylike. Austin, March 10th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Halle Berry In Reem Acra

    Halle Berry's dress is a feat of modern mechanics. How does it stay put? We are guessing that the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/12/cloud-atlas-halle-berry_n_1962349.html" target="_blank">Cloud Atlas</a>" actress is held in with careful corsetry inside the dress and strategically-placed double-sided tape. Whatever the case, she looks stunning. Her dress is the ideal combination of sexy (that d?colletage! that slit!) and sophisticated (we love a knee-length hem that balances out the allure). The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, March 11th Photo Credit: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

  • Bella Thorne

    This playful dress is just right for a casual event. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/27/shake-it-up-star-bella-thorne_n_1628476.html" target="_blank">Disney star </a>kept her look youthful with a side-braid and fun makeup. Los Angeles, March 7th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Eva Longoria In John Galliano

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/13/eva-longoria-tv_n_2869629.html" target="_blank">Desperate Housewives</a>" actress plays up her rich skin tone in this tomato-hued gown. The simple nature of her dress gave her room to add interest with beach-y waves and dramatic smokey eyes. Rio De Janeiro, March 11th Photo Credit: Getty Images Sport

  • Kaley Cuoco In Monique Lhuillier

    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/29/big-bang-theory-kaley-cuoco-johnny-galecki_n_2211355.html" target="_blank">"The Big Bang Theory" actress</a> is celebrating four years of her successful TV show, and looking stunning doing so. The keyhole showcases a little skin and manages to look sexy without showing off too much. Hollywood ladies, take note. Los Angeles, March 11th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Olivia Wilde In Herve Leger by Max Azria

    The genius of this dress is all in the details. The curved designs all point inward to her waist, creating an hourglass silhouette which she accents with a shiny black belt. Her red shoes are just the pop of color this look needs. Brava. The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, March 12th Photo Credit: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

  • Kirsten Dunst In Proenza Schouler

    It's rare that we put a simple black dress on the best-dressed list, but <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/31/kirsten-dunst-different-shoes_n_1847069.html" target="_blank">Dunst</a> pulls it off with details that are anything but boring. Her flushed cheeks, red lips and white heels keep our eyes moving while the belt cinches her waist and the slit adds a touch of sexiness. Los Angeles, March 12th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Padma Lakshmi In Monique Lhuillier

    It's rare that prints work on a red carpet. Leave it to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/11/padma-lakshmi-bikini-top-chef-host-hot-mama-photo_n_2277227.html" target="_blank">Padma</a> to wear a patterned gown which leaves us agog. The simple cut of the dress allows for a bit of whimsy in the detailed print. Simple hair, pink lipstick and gorgeous earrings add just a bit of oomph to an already gorgeous look. New York City, March 10th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Jessica Alba In Michael Kors

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/05/jessica-alba-sexy-womens-health_n_2621984.html" target="_blank">mother of two</a> has a love affair with printed denim, and we can see why. She complements eye-catching pants with neutral, structured tops and sky-high heels. New York City, March 11th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Michelle Monaghan In Roksanda Ilincic

    Ahhh, thank you Michelle Monaghan for a burst of bright color! The tangerine hue of the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/christine-a-scheller/machine-gun-preacher-poses-tough-questions_b_971992.html" target="_blank">Machine Gun Preacher</a>" star's dress not only stands out, but it also looks drop-dead gorgeous on the redhead. The dress isn't clingy, but the white triangle at the side creates the illusion of a waist. The nude clutch and pumps are just the right accents for such a colorful dress. Austin, March 9th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Allison Williams In Narciso Rodriguez

    It's called the "Miracle Dress" because, like magic, it creates an hourglass figure. Our eyes are drawn to the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/13/allison-williams-kanye-stronger-girls-video_n_2865900.html" target="_blank">"Girls" star</a>'s upper body, and the arrow at her waist shows off a trim middle. The dark panels on the side and the knee-length hem fashion curves on the slim star. Williams was smart to keep the rest of her look simple: All she needed was lipstick and sexy shoes for the perfect talk-show outfit. Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, March 12th Photo Credit: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

  • Candice Swanepoel In Sandro Top And Alexander Wang Pants

    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/13/alessandra-ambrosio-candice-swanepoel-photos_n_2866924.html" target="_blank">The Victoria's Secret model</a> hit a style home run in this simple, yet sophisticated outfit (that we will be copying ASAP). The white sweatshirt and pants meet at her waist, creating an hourglass shape. Her sunglasses and shoes add fashion-forward touches to an otherwise easy look. New York City, March 13th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Karlie Kloss And Alessandra Ambrosio In Cushnie et Ochs And Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/08/karlie-kloss-haircut-the-karlie-photos_n_2094516.html" target="_blank">model</a> gets curvy thanks to this sexy dress. The geometric detail at the shoulders and bust create an interesting frame for her face, while also pulling focus to her bust. We love that the bottom half of her dress is simple and demure to compensate for the top. Los Angeles, March 12th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Mila Kunis In Atelier Versace

    The beer-drinking actress has been on a red-carpet winning streak while out promoting "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/oz-the-great-and-powerful_n_2830485.html?utm_hp_ref=entertainment">Oz: The Great And The Powerful</a>." This burgundy gown sets off her olive complexion, but it's the contoured stripes that accentuate her lovely hourglass figure. Moscow, February 27th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Jessica Chastain In Vintage Yves Saint Laurent

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/david-bromwich/torture-zero-dark-thirty_b_2512767.html">Zero Dark Thirty</a>" actress has been spotted front row at numerous fashion shows recently. She hit the Saint Laurent show in a cherry-red vintage YSL dress. The jewel tone plays off her pale complexion and red hair beautifully, while the elbow-length sleeves and demure hemline balance out the plunging neckline nicely. Paris, March 4th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Anna Wintour In Prada

    We love a sleek coat with a touch of irony. The Vogue editor shows her whimsical side with this floral topper. Paris, March 5th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Rachel Weisz In Michael Kors

    We normally shy away from dresses that are so close to one's skin tone, but <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/07/daniel-craig-wife-_n_2426329.html">Daniel Craig</a>'s wife knows what she's doing. Her dark hair, plum lipstick and bordeaux nails offer enough contrast, while the princess neckline and slim belt show off her stunning figure. London, February 28th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Emmy Rossum In Oscar de la Renta

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/02/emmy-rossum-shameless_n_2398212.html">Shameless</a>" actress wears a dress fit for a queen. The demure nature of this floral frock is offset by those sassy green pumps and her tousled waves. New York City, March 5th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Ginnifer Goodwin In Raoul

    The "<a href="http://www.eonline.com/news/243167/from-big-love-to-bad-love-ginnifer-goodwin-calls-off-engagement">Big Love</a>" actress shines in this coral frock. The jeweled neckline is reminiscent of something Audrey Hepburn would wear, while the tulip skirt draws our attention to her tiny waistline. Los Angeles, March 3rd Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Solange Knowles

    A simple turtleneck sweater and A-line skirt are eye-catching thanks to visual flair. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/13/solange-knowles-beyonce-photos-pictures_n_2680632.html">singer's</a> graphic black-and-white top plays off her shoes nicely, and the skirt is neutral middle ground. New York City, March 6th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Joan Smalls

    Va-va-voom! The model didn't need any accessories with this striking gown. Her shoulder and leg say it all! Paris, March 5th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Michelle Williams In Burberry Prorsum

    The blonde "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/oz-the-great-and-powerful_n_2830485.html?utm_hp_ref=entertainment">Oz: The Great And The Powerful</a>" star stuns in this deep turquoise shift dress. But look closer: the dress is made out of feathers. Our minds are blown. London, February 28th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Milla Jovovich

    Crisp and simple, this is a look that could translate to the boardroom as easily as it works in the front row. The unbuttoned slouchy blouse contrasts nicely with the wide-leg trousers. Paris, March 5th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Naomi Watts

    A statement coat is important since you essentially live in it for four months of the year. "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/14/the-impossible-spanish-cast-the-real-reason-why-the-impossible_n_2474492.html">The Impossible</a>" actress went with a winter white topper with a mod '60s vibe courtesy of padded shoulders and shiny buttons. Those accessories add some flavor to this outfit, but it's Watts' gorgeous gams that we can't take our eyes off of. Paris, March 6th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Olivia Palermo

    So much detail in one outfit! Her '50s-style makeup is a departure for the usually bare-faced <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/10/olivia-palermo-website_n_1003876.html">socialite</a> style setter. Her horizontal stripes and sheer overlay are busy, but the sophisticated black coat and pumps tone the outfit down. Paris, March 1st Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Renee Zellweger In Prada

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/13/new-bridget-jones-movie-helen-fielding_n_2124699.html">Bridget Jones</a>" super actress received a lot of attention for her stunning dress at the Oscars. She keeps up her sartorial winning streak in this simple-yet hyphenladylike black dress. The illusion top adds interest, while the sleek pumps up the sexy factor. Paris, March 6th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Zoe Saldana In Miu Miu

    Normally an all-black ensemble leaves us wanting more. But the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/zoe-saldana-nina-simone-biopic-casting-controversy_n_2165356.html">Nina</a>" actress pumps it up with a sophisticated camel coat. Her neutral-colored outfit got the ultimate zing with her cherry-red lipstick. Paris, March 6th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Jennifer Lawrence In Lanvin

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/23/indie-spirit-awards-2013-silver-linings-playbook_n_2751423.html">Silver Linings Playbook</a>" actress could do no wrong this awards season. Wow. The necklace collar of her dress draws attention to her shoulders, while the cutout apron-style top has us agog. And the asymmetric wrap skirt is just long enough to balance out the bare top. We love that she wore simple strappy heels and kept her hair off her face to let the dress take the spotlight. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Image

  • Amy Poehler In David Meister

    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/amy-poehler/">The comedienne</a>'s navy sheath dress hit all the right marks thanks to perfect fit -- note the waist-defining belt -- and colorful accessories. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Jennifer Hudson

    It's not often that we see the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/27/smash-hudson-sheryl-lee-ralph-video_n_2771995.html?utm_hp_ref=black-voices&ir=Black Voices">Smash</a>" star in pants, but she pulls them off well. The wide-legged trousers create contrast with her tiny waistline and her bordeaux lipstick adds just the right accent of color to an otherwise dark outfit. Los Angeles, February 22nd Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Kate Bosworth In Chanel

    Upon first glance, we weren't blown away by this look. But something caught our eye, causing us to do a double-take, which is the genius of this dress. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/02/happy-birthday-kate-bosworth-photos_n_2395334.html">stylish star's</a> standing collar and exaggerated sleeves add interest, while also framing her pretty face. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Marion Cotillard In Christian Dior Haute Couture

    We love the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/rust-and-bone-review-marion-cotillard_n_2170275.html">Rust And Bone</a>" actress. Her style is daring, yet she always manages to nail it. Her strapless gown is simple in its shape (fitted through the waist, with a full skirt) but the unraveling stripe details give it panache. Paris, February 22nd Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Zoe Saldana In Dolce & Gabbana

    It can be tough to make stripes work on the red carpet. The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/03/star-trek-into-darkness-trailer_n_2611888.html">Star Trek Into Darkness</a>" actress pulls it off with stripes in opposing directions. The vertical lines on top draw the attention to her waist, and the horizontal stripes make for an accentuated A-line silhouette, creating curves on the slim star. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Kerry Washington In Giambattista Valli Couture

    The green floral pattern reminds us of one of Monet's masterpieces. Additionally, the racerback top and slim belt give the slim star a shapely figure. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Kelly Rowland In Fendi

    The former <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/10/destinys-child-love-songs-beyonce-kelly-rowland-michelle-williams_n_2448935.html">Destiny's Child</a> member looks gorgeous in this top-and-skirt combo. The blouse is the perfect mix of blousy (those sleeves!) and fitted enough to keep things sleek. The skirt shows off her waist and trim lower body, but is the right length for a sophisticated look. Her jewelry and shoes add a bit of fun flair. Los Angeles, February 21st Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Solange Knowles

    Oh, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/13/solange-knowles-beyonce-photos-pictures_n_2680632.html">Solange</a>, you just keep us wanting more! Not many people can pull off mixing bold hues the way Beyonc?'s little sister does. Her sunny, citrus-y outfit works because she kept the silhouette oh-so-simple: each item is in its most basic iteration. New York City, February 26th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Sarah Jessica Parker

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/25/sarah-jessica-parker-i-dont-know-how-she-does-it_n_936428.html">style icon</a> power clashes like no other. Her polka dot dress and graphic print sweater complement each other nicely because they are in the same color palette. The pink shoes add a nice pop of color (and have us reaching for our credit cards). New York City, February 25th Photo Credit: WireImage

  • Octavia Spencer

    It's no secret that <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/christina-anderson/the-help-octavia-spencer-2012-photos_b_2125289.html">we love the Oscar-winning actress</a>. She knows her body and dresses it well in looks that emphasize her waist. This pretty sapphire-hued dress is full of fun details: A Peter-Pan collar contrasts with a lace illusion neckline, while the tiered hemline creates interest and draws the focus down to those fabulous shoes. Los Angeles, February 22nd Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Sofia Coppola

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/14/lost-in-translation-sofia-coppola-photo_n_2132924.html">renowned director</a> has a signature understated, yet tailored style. Her navy and black take on a pant suit is slim enough to show off her silhouette, and the traditional cut allows her some freedom to play with fashion-forward details like puff sleeves, rich brocade and cropped pants. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Poppy Delevingne

    Who would have thought that such a shapeless dress could be so flattering? The secret is in the skin-baring top and short hemline, which contrast the cocoon-like shape of the frock. Of course, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/01/poppy-delevingne-photo_n_2050105.html">the socialite </a>chose eye-catching accessories that play off the jewel-encrusted hemline and add just enough sparkle. Los Angeles, February 23rd Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Sharon Stone

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/29/sharon-stone-nip-slip-braless_n_1637470.html">blonde actress </a>has never looked better. Her black gown is demure in that it's full-coverage, but those sheer accents make for an alluring effect, without showing off too much. Her simple hair and makeup -- plus those stunning emerald baubles -- create an outstanding outfit. Well done. Los Angeles, February 24th Photo Credit: Getty Images for Chopard

  • Amber Heard In Versace Couture

    A black gown paired with red lipstick screams silver screen siren all the way. The star of "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/25/the-rum-diary-johnny-depp-hunter-s-thompson_n_1030117.html">The Rum Diary</a>" upped the ante even more in this detailed gown whose geometric sequined design emphasized her trim upper body, while the sheer illusion at the bottom kept the look sexy. Los Angeles, February 24th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Jennifer Westfeldt

    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/15/blonde-brunette-hair-makeover_n_2134210.html">Blondes look gorgeous in black</a>. It's something about the contrast between the golden locks and the stark hue. The actress (and Jon Hamm's better half) kept her look interesting with different textures. The fitted bustier top of her gown is a rich velvet, while the brocade skirt keeps the eye moving. Los Angeles, February 24th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Taylor Swift In Elie Saab

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/21/taylor-swift-djaying_n_2733993.html">country star</a> had one thing on her mind when she donned this sexy gown for the Brit Awards: revenge! Harry Styles' jaw must've dropped when he spied the gorgeous blonde in this sleek frock. The gold belt draws the focus to her waist, and then to those exposed legs. Kapow! London, February 20th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Solange Knowles

    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/solange-knowles">Beyonc?'s little sister</a> is known for her fashion flair, and she doesn't disappoint. The trick to wearing bold patterns and eye-catching accessories is to tone down the look with a simple blazer. Her red lips add just the right pop of color. Los Angeles, February 13th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Amy Poehler In Herv? Leroux

    Simple and gorgeous. The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/14/amy-poehler-parks-and-recreation-star-fear_n_2458162.html">Parks And Recreation</a>" comedienne shows off her hourglass silhouette in a sheath dress, that, though fitted, remains demure with a below-the-knee hemline and long sleeves. Los Angeles, February 17th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Naomie Harris

    We love this take on the "Miracle Dress." The panels on the side draw the eye inward, creating a slimming effect. Additionally, pretty patterns in the panels work to create interest while the strappy heels add a touch of sexiness. Los Angeles, February 21st Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Alexa Chung

    This is how to wear white in the winter. A chunky cable knit sweater keeps the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/12/maje-alexa-chung-2012-hair_n_1960029.html">British model</a> warm and maintains that winter-y feel, while the ladylike full skirt counters the oversized feeling of the topper. London, February 18th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Olivia Palermo

    The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/10/olivia-palermo-website_n_1003876.html">TV personality</a> looks scholarly, yet chic in her tailored blazer and A-line skirt. The clutch adds a bit of whimsical detail that keeps the outfit from looking dowdy. London, February 18th Photo Credit: Getty Images

  • Anne Hathaway In Gucci

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/20/les-miserables-extended-trailer-anne-hathaway-russell-crowe-hugh-jackman_n_1900640.html">Les Miserables</a>" actress stuns in a sequined minidress. The style lesson here is in balancing the length and shape. This frock is just short enough without going too short, and the silhouette is body-skimming rather than skintight. Her mod eye liner is the focus in this barely there makeup. Los Angeles, February 19th Photo Credit: FilmMagic

  • Chloe Grace Moretz In Dior

    The "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/11/hugo-martin-scorsese-film_n_1004854.html">Hugo</a>" actress looks sophisticated, yet youthful in this black dress. The heavy duchess satin gives the gown style gravitas, while her messy hair and smokey eyes keep her looking edgy. Los Angeles, February 19th Photo Credit: Getty Images

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    Friday, March 15, 2013

    On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital Age

    On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital AgeA few days ago I had a moment of sheer panic because I couldn't find a pen. I went through the Elisabeth K?bler-Ross stages of penlessness (Denial: Maybe I don't need a pen? I don't need a pen! Anger: Where is my goddamned pen?! Bargaining: If you give me your pen, O nice, accommodating waiter, I'll leave you a bigger tip) and finally got to the final stage, Acceptance: Alternatives to Pen.

    I desperately needed a pen because I had an idea. And I feared that it would slip away from me before I could write it down. My ideas are very slippery and they disappear quickly, easily abetted by distraction. And so I've developed a routine of pulling out a notebook and writing them down before they escape, and this process is so much a part of my innate behavior at this point that missing either the pen or the notebook creates an intolerable amount of anxiety about idea loss. In this case, I resorted to my smartphone and emailed myself the note with a category heading in the subject line. And all was technically fine. But it's not my preferred method.

    The Spark File

    My preferred method for idea capture is something akin to Steven Berlin Johnson's idea of keeping a "spark file" which he's written about on Medium. (Johnson is a prolific and versatile writer who has covered a wide range of subjects. I would particularly recommend his book The Ghost Map: The Story of London's Most Terrifying Epidemic?and How It Changed Science, Cities, and the Modern World. It's rare that "I couldn't put it down" can be said of a book on disease and city planning, but it's true in this case.)

    On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital AgeHe notes, "...Most good ideas (whether they're ideas for narrative structure, a particular twist in the argument, or a broader topic) come into our minds as hunches: small fragments of a larger idea, hints and intimations. Many of these ideas sit around for months or years before they coalesce into something useful."

    In order to exploit this particular quality of idea formation, he keeps what he calls a "spark file": "A single document where I keep all my hunches: ideas for articles, speeches, software features, startups, ways of framing a chapter I know I'm going to write, even whole books." He doesn't try to organize them. The randomness is intentional. He reads them over every few months and finds themes emerging?connections between fragments that wouldn't seem apparent if those fragments were presented in isolation.

    I do something similar myself?making disjointed notes in a notebook, entering them into a master file, and reviewing after long stretches. I'll do it anywhere but I definitely have venues and times that are more productive than others. Modes of transportation are particularly fertile?subways, airplanes, trains. Areas where I can be alone while sitting in a room full of people?coffee shops, dinner solo at a bar, jury duty?are ripe for observation. The evening works better than the morning, but mostly because I'm more alert at the end of the day than the beginning.

    Creative Work vs. Execution

    But for me, the note-taking works primarily because I have learned to separate my putative spark file from my task list. If I feel the impulse to make a note to myself about something that needs to be done, I put it somewhere else?my actual to-do list or a list of potential projects.

    In Scott Belsky's book, Making Ideas Happen (also recommended, especially if you manage people in a creative industry), he distinguishes between ideas and "action steps"?separating your notes, sketches, etc., from things that need to be done.

    This may not be true of everyone, but I find that I'm the most creatively fruitful when I approach pure creative work and execution separately. If I start with the execution, I'm much more limited in how I think about what I want to accomplish. I won't pursue a story idea further because I think it's going to take more time than I have. I won't explore an article topic because I don't have all the research at hand. I don't want potential action steps to make pursuing a new idea seem too intimidating or insurmountable. So I keep separate files for those?mostly task lists associated with specific projects and a master list for overall prioritization.

    I also have something called a "backburner file "?also a Belsky invention?a task list for pie-in-the-sky projects that are interesting but not high priority. (One such backburner project that I can say with 99% confidence I will never do: No Comment Magazine, a monthly publication consisting exclusively of write-arounds on famous people who won't talk to the press.)

    The Case for Paper

    For those of us comfortable with the digital age, the plethora of note-taking apps makes idea capture fingertip-convenient. I've used Evernote for work purposes and keep most of my idea files in Google Docs. But that said, my first medium for idea capture is still pen and paper?usually in a highly disposable three-by-five paper notebook that I carry everywhere and fill up at a rate of about one a month. This is partly a function of immediacy (I don't have to open an app and find a file) and partly a function of the fact that I'm terrible at typing on a smartphone and it takes me longer to get the words down if I try to do it digitally.

    But I also like the romance of physical handwriting, even though my atrocious penmanship falls somewhere between "five-year-old" and "average medical professional" and this sometimes means I'm unable to decipher pieces of what I wrote. I concentrate less when I'm typing and my first drafts often have missing phrases because my fingers have failed to catch up with my thoughts. Writing things down enforces slowness, and by extension, thoughtfulness.

    Notes from a random page of my notebook:

    news ticker on a story about Newtown shootings: "Experts say that it is okay to tell your children that you don't know why it happened."

    fish on antidepressants swim away from the pack

    Short story about twins named Elemental and Ephemeral

    From Solomon: "The biggest stress is humiliation; the second is loss. The best defense, for people with a biological vulnerability, is a ?good enough' marriage, which absorbs external humiliations and minimizes them."

    On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital AgeEverything is an idea for something, something that touches the imagination, a fact that seems relevant or maybe just a statement I find interesting?either because it resonates or because I disagree. All of it is fodder for continued work or thinking on the topics. It's also important to me to record the ideas that my instincts tell me are bad. (Elemental and Ephemeral? I definitely scribbled that one at a bar.) Sometimes they contain a germ of something good. Sometimes they serve as contrast, existing simply to remind me that there are better ideas worth pursuing.

    One model for me is Georg Christoph Lichtenberg's Waste Books. Lichtenberg was an eighteenth century German physicist whose scientific accomplishments have become somewhat overshadowed by the popularity of notes he took on English transactional ledgers (informally called "waste books") that were later published by his sons. His waste books are a collection of short personal reflections and quotations covering a wide range of topics and infused with wit. He is the master of the aphorism ("We have the often thoughtless respect accorded ancient laws, ancient usages and ancient religion to thank for all the evil in the world") but peppers the notebooks with whimsical observations ("They sneezed, wheezed, coughed and made two other kinds of sound for which we have no words in German"). They are idea rich, and not always rich with good ideas. And I like to imagine they probably went a long way in shaping the rest of his professional life.

    That's certainly the case with Joan Didion, who writes in her classic essay, "On Keeping a Notebook" (which you can find in her essay collection, Slouching Towards Bethlehem), that she keeps a notebook not to record what happened (she has no interest in keeping a diary), but to record details as they felt to her. "We are not talking here about the kind of notebook that is patently for public consumption, a structural conceit for binding together a series of graceful pens?es," she writes. "We are talking about something private, about bits of the mind's string too short to use, an indiscriminate and erratic assemblage with meaning only for its maker."

    If I go back through my ersatz spark file now, each note triggers the memory of something I was thinking at the time, but the fragments look disjointed and nonsensical. It's a text that is, per Didion, meaningful only to me.

    On Keeping a Notebook in the Digital Age | Medium

    Elizabeth Spiers is the editorial director of Flavorpill and former editor in chief of the New York Observer.

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    Colorado lawmakers approve sweeping gun-control measures (reuters)

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    Thinking About A Home Improvement Project? Read This Advice ...

    You must know what you?re doing before starting any home improvement projects. The piece below is meant to give you the facts you need as you embark on your home improvement journey. The information you?re about to read are going to help you get the experience you need.

    Does your lawn have bare spots without grass? If that is the case, consider purchasing some grass seed. A lawn that looks even can truly improve your yard. Get your yard back to its original luster as soon as possible.

    Don?t make the mistake of not sealing your grout after you put down tile. Grout is not waterproof on its own, but porous instead. When it isn?t sealed, it can become moldy. Unsealed grout also stains easily. Not only is sealed grout easier to clean and more attractive, it may save you a lot of money by preventing expensive-to-repair mildew issues.

    It is a good idea to do home improvements soon after you notice there is an issue. In many cases, when you first notice damage, it?s minor enough that you can just forget about it and keep living with it. This is a temptation that you have to resist. Your home?s systems are all connected together. Damage to one system can quickly spread to all of them. A tiny problem can eventually become a huge one if left to fester.

    Take time to investigate the background of any company you wish to do business with to ensure that they are above-board. Look for a real address and in-person meetings. Select companies that have great reputations.

    If you have problems finding the grout color you need, you can tint your own. You can find cheap acrylic craft paint at many stores. Experiment with a small amount of dry grout. Use paint instead of water when you mix it, spread it on a paper plate and allow it to dry. This is a fast way to find the perfect grout shade.

    Before you begin demolishing, do a little research. It can seem exciting and easy to just rip into your demolition work with gusto. Look for electrical wires before you begin, though. Prepare well to make sure you don?t try taking down a wall that will be cost-prohibitive to replace.

    To start the process of installing new cabinets in your kitchen, draw a benchmark line horizontally across the kitchen?s perimeter. Use this as a reference point so that you can measure properly. This line should start at the floors highest point.

    A good home improvement tip is to make sure the company you?re doing business with is legit. If they only want to speak over the phone and will not give you an actual address, they are probably not reliable. Try to go with companies that have a strong reputation.

    Make sure you put a covering on the floor before you paint. It can be hard to clean paint from hardwood or carpeted floors. Accidents can be avoided by laying old linens, drop cloths or blankets on the floor to catch paint drips.

    If you?re purchasing materials for a home improvement project, be sure you don?t forget to buy safety equipment. Include gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, and steel-toed boots as necessary. You will lose a lot of time if you hurt yourself and could even injure yourself badly enough to miss work. Wear the equipment throughout the project.

    Home improvement isn?t necessarily hard. Once you know the basics, virtually any project will be easier to complete, whether it?s simple or complex. Just remember what you?ve learned from this article, and soon, your home will be looking better than ever.

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    Early apps for touch-based Ubuntu reveal a mostly clean aesthetic

    Early apps for touchbased Ubuntu reveal a mostly clean aesthetic

    The clatter of ergonomic keyboards is already bearing fruit, just two months after the Ubuntu developer community was let loose on the SDK for the newly touch-enabled OS. Canonical's Michael Hall has posted an update on his personal blog detailing progress with some core apps, such as Calendar and Weather, as as well the broader effort to give mobile Ubuntu a sense of personality. The source link shows off some nice-looking puzzle games, news readers and even an app built around the disembodied head of a strapping lad called Jono, who in many ways symbolizes the minimal-but-cheerful look of the emerging ecosystem. A bit of debugging here, a swoosh of the razor there, and it could be perfect.

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    Thursday, March 14, 2013

    Ancient Mars could have been habitable, says NASA

    A Martian rock sample collected by NASA's Curiosity rover suggests that the Red Planet could have supported living microbes in its ancient past, says NASA.

    By Mike Wall,?SPACE.com / March 12, 2013

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    A sample of Mars drilled from a rock by NASA's?Curiosity rover?and then studied by onboard instruments "shows ancient Mars could have supported living microbes," NASA officials announced today (March 12) in a statement and press conference.

    The discovery comes just seven months after the Curiosity rover landed on Mars to spend at least two years determining if the planet could have ever supported primitive life.

    "A fundamental question for this mission is whether Mars could have supported a habitable environment," said Michael Meyer, lead scientist for NASA's Mars Exploration Program at the agency's headquarters in Washington. "From what we know now, the answer is yes." [The Search for Life on Mars (Photo Timeline)]

    Curiosity drilled into a rock?on Feb. 8, boring 2.5 inches (6.4 centimeters) into an outcrop called John Klein using its arm-mounted hammering drill, going deeper than any robot had ever dug into the Red Planet before.??Two weeks later, the rover transferred the resulting gray powder samples into two onboard instruments called Chemistry and Mineralogy (CheMin) and Sample Analysis at Mars, or SAM.

    CheMin and SAM identified some of the key chemical ingredients for life in this powder, including sulfur, nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, phosphorus and carbon. The fine-grained John Klein rock also contains clay minerals, suggesting a long-ago aqueous environment that was salty and neutral, researchers said ? that is to say, a place that likely was habitable.

    Analysis of the samples was complicated by a computer glitch that's still affecting Curiosity today.

    In late February, Curiosity's handlers determined that a glitch had affected the flash memory on the rover's main, or A-side, computer system. So they swapped the rover over to its backup (B-side) computer, which caused the robot to go into a protective "safe mode" on Feb. 28.

    Curiosity emerged from this safe mode on March 2, only to be put on standby briefly once again a few days later to wait out a Mars-bound solar eruption. Full science operations have yet to resume, but Curiosity's B-side computer is working well as engineers continue to work through the mysterious problem with the A-side, team members said.

    "These tests have provided us with a great deal of information about the rover's A-side memory," Jim Erickson, Curiosity deputy project manager at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif., said in a statement. "We have been able to store new data in many of the memory locations previously affected and believe more runs will demonstrate more memory is available."

    Engineers plan to upload two software patches later this week, then reassess when full mission operations can resume, officials said.

    Curiosity landed inside Mars' huge Gale Crater onAug. 5, kicking off a two-year prime surface mission to determine if the?Red Planet has ever been able to support microbial life. ?CheMin and SAM are two of the 10 instruments it carries to aid this quest.

    While Curiosity has already made a number of interesting discoveries near its landing site ? including an ancient streambed where water likely flowed continuously for thousands of years ? its main destination is a set of interesting deposits at the base of Mount Sharp, which rises 3 miles (5 kilometers) from Gale's Center.

    Follow Mike Wall on Twitter?@michaeldwall.?Follow us?@Spacedotcom,?Facebook?or?Google+. Originally published on?SPACE.com.

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    Key step in manufacture of red blood cells decoded: Subtle regulatory chords that direct the birth of blood cells discovered

    Mar. 14, 2013 ? A healthy adult must generate as many as one hundred billion new red blood cells each day, to maintain the numbers circulating in his blood. A team of EPFL researchers has identified a key step in the process by which red blood cells are born. The discovery could not only shed light on the causes of blood disorders such as anemia, it could also bring closer the medics' dream of being able to manufacture red blood cells in the lab -- thus providing a potentially inexhaustible supply of an essential component of blood for transfusion.

    A red blood cell, or erythrocyte, is essentially a sack of haemoglobin that transports oxygen around the body. It starts life in the bone marrow as a haematopoietic stem cell, and undergoes a highly controlled process of proliferation and differentiation before acquiring its final identity.

    One key step in that differentiation process is mitophagy, the elimination by absorption of the stem cell's respiratory apparatus, mitochondria. With the mitochondria gone, the cell's carrying capacity for haemoglobin is maximised. But the mechanism controlling mitophagy has never been properly understood, until now.

    In a paper published this week in Science, Isabelle Barde of the EPFL's School of Life Sciences and Frontiers in Genetic Programme, and colleagues, describe experiments which show that KRAB-containing zinc finger proteins, working in concert with a cofactor called KAP1, modulate mitophagy in subtle and sophisticated ways.

    The senior author on the paper, virologist Didier Trono, has been interested in the KRAB/KAP1 system for several years. 350 million years old, it is known to have a role in "silencing" components of the mammalian genome known as retroelements, because they were originally retroviruses that became incorporated into the genetic code of the organisms they infected. "It did such a good job that over the course of evolution it got co-opted to do many other things," Trono says.

    Among the roles the KRAB/KAP1 system took on was regulating mitophagy. The researchers found that mice genetically modified to lack KAP1 quickly became anemic because they were unable to make red blood cells. More specifically, they found, the process of stem cell differentiation stalled at the stage where mitochondria were degraded in erythroblasts, the precursors of erythrocytes. And knocking out KAP1 had a similar effect in human blood cells, indicating that its role in regulating mitophagy has been conserved throughout evolution, from mouse to man.

    The researchers went on to show that the KRAB/KAP1 system works by repressing repressors of mitophagy. In other words, like any good double negative, it activates the target process. That suggests that mutations in the various components of this regulatory system could contribute to blood disorders such as anemia and certain types of leukemia, which in turn indicates future therapeutic targets for those diseases. It also suggests ways in which red blood cell synthesis might be emulated in the lab.

    But the finding has broader significance too. Mitochondria, while essential for the healthy functioning of many cells, can also be lethal to cells if they generate damaging free radicals -- by-products of cellular respiration under certain conditions. The oxidative stress these free radicals produce has been implicated in liver disease, heart attacks and obesity. Hence, understanding how mitophagy is controlled could lead to a better understanding, and potentially better treatment, of those conditions.

    Trono thinks that the principle of multilayered and combinatorial regulation may apply to a wide range of physiological systems. "It gives a tremendous level of modularity to nature to accomplish physiological events," he says, likening it to the way in which a pipe organ works.

    An organist has both a keyboard and a pedalboard at his disposal, and he uses them in multifarious combinations to modulate the sound his instrument produces. Similarly, tiny adjustments in one or a few controlling elements can produce significant effects in many biological processes. And though mutations in any one of them could potentially lead to malfunction, the damage tends to be limited because the contribution of each one is small. That, in turn, renders the system robust. It's that robustness, Trono believes, that evolution has been selecting and refining for hundreds of millions of years.

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    1. Isabelle Barde, Benjamin Rauwel, Ray Marcel Marin-Florez, Andrea Corsinotti, Elisa Laurenti, Sonia Verp, Sandra Offner, Julien Marquis, Adamandia Kapopoulou, Jiri Vanicek, and Didier Trono. A KRAB/KAP1-miRNA Cascade Regulates Erythropoiesis Through Stage-Specific Control of Mitophagy. Science, 14 March 2013 DOI: 10.1126/science.1232398

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    Wednesday, March 13, 2013

    Video: Review: 'God of War: Ascension' is short of greatness

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    PFT: Kruger to join Browns for $8-9M per season

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    The Ryan Fitzpatrick era is over, and Buffalo needs a new quarterback.

    The Bills have announced that they cut Ryan Fitzpatrick today, on the first day of the new league year.

    Cutting Fitzpatrick isn?t a big surprise, considering that the Bills owed him a $3 million roster bonus if he was still on the team tomorrow, and that Bills G.M. Buddy Nix was surreptitiously taped talking about, among other things, his frustration that the quarterback was holding the team back.

    The six-year, $59 million contract extension Fitzpatrick signed in October of 2011 turned out to be an expensive mistake ? and a reminder that sometimes in the NFL, ?six-year contracts? last less than a year and a half. If the Bills give this move a post-June 1 designation, Fitpatrick?s cap hit would be $3 million this year and $7 million in 2014.

    Now the question is where the Bills will look for their next starting quarterback. This isn?t viewed as a great year to draft one, but the Bills may decide to spend their first-round draft pick on a passer they hope will be their franchise quarterback.

    And the question for Fitzpatrick is whether any team wants him. If any team does, it will likely be as a backup ? and will definitely be for a lot less money than the Bills paid him.

    Source: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/03/12/kruger-will-strike-it-richf-in-cleveland/related/

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    Tuesday, March 12, 2013

    Black smoke from chapel chimney: No pope yet

    People watch on a video monitor in St. Peter's Square as Monsignor Guido Marini, master of liturgical ceremonies, closes the double doors to the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the start of the conclave of cardinals to elect the next pope. Marini closed the doors after shouting "Extra omnes," Latin for "all out," telling everyone but those taking part in the conclave to leave the frescoed hall. He then locked it. (AP Photo/Michael Sohn)

    People watch on a video monitor in St. Peter's Square as Monsignor Guido Marini, master of liturgical ceremonies, closes the double doors to the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the start of the conclave of cardinals to elect the next pope. Marini closed the doors after shouting "Extra omnes," Latin for "all out," telling everyone but those taking part in the conclave to leave the frescoed hall. He then locked it. (AP Photo/Michael Sohn)

    Black smoke emerges from the chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel, in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Tuesday, March 12, 2013. The black smoke indicates that the cardinals did not elect a new pope. (AP Photo/Dmitry Lovetsky)

    In this image taken from video provided by Vatican TV, cardinals line up to place their hands on the Gospel to "promise pledge and swear" to keep the oath of secrecy before taking their seats for the conclave to elect the next pope inside the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City Tuesday, March 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Vatican TV)

    In this image made from video provided by Vatican CTV television, Nigerian Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson, right, takes an oath of secrecy inside the Sistine Chapel, at the Vatican, Tuesday, March 12, 2013, before the start of the conclave to elect the 266th Roman Catholic Church pope. (AP Photo/CTV via APTV)

    In this image made from video provided by Vatican CTV television, US Cardinal Sean Patrick O'Malley, right, takes an oath of secrecy inside the Sistine Chapel, at the Vatican, Tuesday, March 12, 2013, before the start of the conclave to elect the 266th Roman Catholic Church pope. Behind O'Malley are Cardinals Stanislaw Dziwisz, of Poland, Carlo Caffara, of Italy, Sean Baptist Brady, of Ireland, and Lluis Martinez Sistach, of Spain. (AP Photo/CTV via APTV)

    VATICAN CITY (AP) ? This time there was no doubt. There was no new pope yet, and the mystery of who ? and when ? was as thick as the unmistakable heavy black smoke billowing from the Sistine Chapel chimney.

    As thousands waited in a cold night rain in St. Peter's Square, the cardinals signaled Tuesday they had failed on their first attempt to find a leader for the world's 1.2 billion Catholics and their troubled church.

    "It's black, it's black, it's waaay black!" screamed Eliza Nagle, a 21-year-old Notre Dame theology major on an exchange program in Rome, as the smoke poured from the 6-foot-high copper chimney at 7:41 p.m.

    "They definitely got the color right this time," agreed Father Andrew Gawrych, an American priest based in Rome, referring to the confusion over the smoke during the 2005 conclave that elected Pope Benedict XVI.

    That was thanks to special smoke flares ? akin to those used in soccer matches or protests ? lit in the chapel ovens to make the burned ballots black, the sign that cardinals must come back for another day of voting Wednesday.

    Tuesday's drama unfolded against the backdrop of the turmoil unleashed by Benedict's surprise resignation and the exposure of deep divisions among cardinals grappling with whether they need a manager to clean up the Vatican's dysfunctional bureaucracy or a pastor who can inspire Catholics at a time of waning faith and growing secularism.

    Surrounded by Michelangelo's imposing frescoes portraying the beginning and the end of the world, cardinals locked themselves into the Sistine Chapel following a final appeal for unity by their dean and set about the business of electing the 266th pope.

    The 115 scarlet-robed prelates chanted the Litany of Saints, the sounds of the Gregorian chant echoing through the soaring hall as, walking two-by-two, they implored the saints to guide their voting. They then took an oath of secrecy, first collectively and then individually, as each placed his right hand on the gospel and intoned the words in Latin accented by their native languages ? English, German, French, Italian, Arabic and so on.

    Then the master of liturgical ceremonies intoned the words "Extra omnes" ? "everyone out" ? and dozens of prelates and Vatican officials departed as the chapel's heavy, ornately carved wooden doors swung shut.

    The cardinals then proceeded with the carefully choreographed vote, each writing his choice on a piece of paper, then folding it and tipping it into an urn, to be counted by hand by three "scrutineers" who read out the results, one by one.

    With no cardinal winning the required 77 votes on the first ballot, the cardinals returned to the Vatican hotel for a simple dinner of pasta with tomato sauce, soup and vegetables before another day of voting Wednesday.

    Benedict's surprise resignation has thrown the church into turmoil and exposed deep divisions between Vatican-based cardinals and those in the field who have complained about Rome's inefficiencies and indifference to their needs.

    The leading contenders for pope have fallen into two camps, with Italian Cardinal Angelo Scola, the archbishop of Milan, seen as favored by those hoping to shake up the powerful Vatican bureaucracy, and Brazilian Cardinal Odilo Scherer favored by Vatican-based insiders who have defended the status quo.

    Other names include Canadian Cardinal Marc Ouellet, who heads the Vatican's powerful office for bishops and U.S. cardinals Timothy Dolan, the exuberant archbishop of New York, and Sean O'Malley, the archbishop of Boston.

    In a final appeal before the conclave began, the dean of the College of Cardinals, retired Cardinal Angelo Sodano, used his homily at a morning Mass in St. Peter's Basilica to urge unity. He asked that cardinals put their differences aside for the good of the church and the future pope.

    "Each of us is therefore called to cooperate with the successor of Peter, the visible foundation of such an ecclesial unity," Sodano said.

    He was interrupted by applause from the public in the pews ? not so much from the cardinals ? when he referred to the "beloved and venerated" Benedict XVI and his "brilliant" pontificate.

    Sitting in the front row was Benedict's long-time aide, Archbishop Georg Gaenswein, who reported that the now-emeritus pope was watching the proceedings from his residence in Castel Gandolfo, 17 miles away, according to Vatican spokesman Rev. Thomas Rosica.

    For more than a week, the cardinals have met privately to try to figure out who among them has the stuff to be pope and what his priorities should be. But they ended the debate with questions still unanswered, and many cardinals predicting a drawn-out election that will further expose the church's divisions. The conclave proceeds in silence, with no formal debate, behind closed doors.

    During discussions before the conclave, Vatican-based cardinals defended their administration against complaints that they have been unresponsive to diocesan needs, according to leaks of the proceedings in the Italian media. At one point on Monday, the Brazilian head of one Vatican office reportedly drew applause for challenging the Vatican No. 2, who has been blamed for most of the bureaucracy's administrative failings.

    "Let us pray for the cardinals who are to elect the Roman pontiff," read one of the prayers during the Mass. "May the Lord fill them with his Holy Spirit, with understanding and good counsel, wisdom and discernment."

    In his final radio address Tuesday before being sequestered, Dolan said a certain calm had taken hold, as if "this gentle Roman rain is a sign of the grace of the Holy Spirit coming upon us."

    "And there's a sense of resignation and conformity with God's plan. It's magnificent," he said during his regular radio program on SiriusXM's Catholic Channel.

    Outside, the faithful gathered to await the outcome, with groups of nuns singing and playing the guitar, cheering the cardinals on.

    "I don't expect any quick fixes. There will always be problems," said Sister Manaoag, a nun from the Philippines. "We have to not get stuck with seeing things like factions and problems, but see beyond that. What does God want? This is something we sometimes forget."

    Other pilgrims acknowledged the challenges facing the church.

    "It's a moment of crisis for the church, so we have to show support of the new pope," said Veronica Herrera, a real estate agent from Mexico who traveled to Rome for the conclave with her husband and daughter.

    Yet the mood was not entirely somber.

    A group of women who say they are priests launched pink smoke from a balcony overlooking the square to demand female ordination ? a play on the famous smoke signals that will tell the world whether a pope has been elected. Two topless activists from Femen, a Ukrainian feminist group, were dragged away by police. Femen activists have previously protested the Vatican's opposition to gay marriage.

    And in a bizarre twist, basketball star Dennis Rodman promised to be in St. Peter's Square on Wednesday in a makeshift popemobile as he campaigns for Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana to become the first black pope.

    None of the cardinals will see it, since they will be sequestered inside the Vatican walls. They are allowed to travel only from the Vatican hotel through the gardens to the Sistine Chapel and back until they have elected a pope. No telephones, no newspapers, no television, no tweeting.

    The focus of the ritual is on the Sistine Chapel, the Michelangelo masterwork painted over the course of nearly 30 years starting in 1508, and so astonishing to Pope John Paul II that he called it "the sanctuary of the theology of the body."

    The most famous frescoes are "Creation," a series of nine paintings running the length of the ceiling, the most well-known of which is the "Creation of Adam," showing God and Adam, their fingers reaching out to one another. "The Last Judgment" behind the altar depicts a muscular Jesus surrounded by naked masses, some ascending to heaven and others falling to hell.

    Benedict once wrote that the images of the beginning and the end of creation weighed on him when, as then Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, he was an elector in the 1978 conclave that brought John Paul II to the papacy.

    "I know well how we were exposed to those images in the hour of the important decisions, how they challenged us and how they instilled in our souls the greatness of our responsibility," Ratzinger said in 2003, at the presentation of a book of poetry by John Paul about the Sistine frescoes.

    That burden, coupled with so much uncertainty and upheaval going into the conclave, led the American cardinals to disagree on whether to expect a short or long conclave.

    Cardinal Dolan this week publicly expressed optimism that the election would be wrapped up quickly. And on the eve of the conclave, he wrote a letter to New York priests, saying: "My guess is that we'd have a new Successor of St. Peter by Thursday evening," according to Dolan's spokesman, Joseph Zwilling.

    That bullish stance stood in stark contrast with the view of Chicago Cardinal Francis George.

    His spokeswoman, Colleen Dolan, told The Associated Press that the cardinal suggested it could be a long affair, raising the possibility that the electors may still be meeting by Saturday, when conclave rules require them to take a break and spend some time in prayer before resuming voting.

    Another American had something else entirely on his mind. On the day of the conclave, the archdiocese of Los Angeles agreed to pay nearly $10 million to settle four clergy sex abuse cases that alleged abuse by a now-defrocked priest who told Cardinal Roger Mahony nearly 30 years ago that he had molested children.

    Mahony ignored a petition urging him to recuse himself from the conclave because of how he covered up for abusive priests and is taking part in the voting.

    ___

    Rachel Zoll, Karl Ritter, Frances D'Emilio and Daniela Petroff contributed.

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