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Contributed by J. R. Ransom
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 India's Manmohan Singh The Nuclear Obituary by Prem Shankar Jha. - With Obama likely to take over the White House, it's nuclear deal R. I. P.. It's official now. Barack Obama is going to be the Democrat candidate for the US presidency. What could that mean for America and what will it mean for us (India)? Across the world, the media is having a historic moment. What they are not discussing is why such a large section of the American population has cast centuries of prejudice aside and taken an unprecedented step. |
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Contributed by Gangaram
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 Hanuman NEW DELHI: Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama can now expect help from an unexpected quarter — Lord Hanuman.
All-India Congress Committee member Brij Mohan Bhama has organised a 11-day religious ceremony at Karol Bagh here for his success in the U.S. elections.
The idea of sending an idol of Hanuman dawned on him after friends in the United States mentioned a “prominent American politician who carried a miniature Hanuman idol in his pocket for luck,” Mr. Bhama said speaking on the first day of the ceremony on Tuesday.
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Contributed by Bruce Wayne
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 Mountain Biking
Mountain bikes are a great form of exercise because when you cycle, even slowly, you burn plenty of calories. It is a great way of toning muscles so whether you are trying to lose weight or simply tone up you are bound to be happy with the results.
If like most of us you are one of those people who finds it hard to get motivated to do exercise, then mountain biking is a great way to get in shape with friends. Mountain bikes are a great way to spend time with friends and family whilst getting some exercise at the same time. |
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Contributed by Jim Brown
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 Hiking
It is important that the soles of your feet are a bit toughened up to prepare them for the hike because you could well be trekking in rough terrain. As much as possible, walk barefoot around the house and your yard. You can consider moving your ‘cardio routine’ to the beach, as walking or jogging on sand will help in toughening your soles and loosening up the muscles and ligaments in your feet.
Another ‘essential’ is proper foot care. Before you put on your shoes, moisturize your feet and ensure they are dry. Check blog.vacationhawaiihotels.com for foot powder using technique if your feet sweat excessively, as excessive moisture can lead to dry, chafed soles and fungal infections. Your toenails should be trimmed a little below the tip of the toe, but not too short. To reduce the chance of ingrown toenails, cut them straight across, rather than rounded. |
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Contributed by Phyllis Coletta
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 Horseback Riding Surprisingly, men are often more afraid of riding than women. The vast majority of riders under the age of 18 are girls, and much has been written about the psychology of horses and adolescent girls. It is surprising indeed to see a tiny, bony 12 year old standing with confidence next to a 1200 pound mare, both of them swishing their pony tails. Typically, grown men have more muscle mass than women yet they show more fear in approaching a horse, being bred themselves to believe that physical strength means domination and, perhaps, pain. This is why learning to ride a horse is enormously beneficial, and not just for men. Horses challenge us to reevaluate our traditional notions of strength and power. |
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