The Old Man and the Sea. True story.

When faced with the most ferocious waves on the planet, most people would seek protection in the largest, sturdiest vessel they could find.
But when Swedish pensioner Sven Yrvind sets out on his ambitious mission to circumnavigate the globe, it won't be in a hefty ship piled high with food, creature comforts and telecommunications equipment. Instead, the 73-year-old plans to traverse the high seas cocooned in a sailboat only slightly bigger than a bathtub.

US Government shutdown's Good Samaritans

Thousands of workers sent home , cancer patients denying new drugs, and marriages postponed . But the way some individuals have responded to the U.S. government has raised the spirits, said Tom Geoghegan .
Seeing Chris Cox pushing a lawnmower across the National Mall Washington , chainsaw dangling from it, one which warms the heart of many who heard about it . " If they shut down our monuments, we're still going to take the trash out , we're going to clean the windows , we're going to cut the grass , we're going to pull the weed , we're going to do the woodwork , '' he told Washington radio station .

How much water we need to drink every day?

You know those ads that remind us that even a small reduction in levels of hydration tremendous impact on performance , so you need to keep hydrated with whatever brand of super isotonic drink that they sell ?
They seem quite scientific. Are they for real? A man in a white coat , an athlete with electrodes attached and so on . And it is not hard sell because drinking feels right - you're hot and sweating , no doubt where the fluid must be beneficial .

22 new car models announced to debute at the LA Auto Show 2013

Organizers of the 2013 LA Auto Show announced that 22 vehicles are making their world premieres at the show in November , with a total of 56 vehicle debuts in general .

" As one of the world's largest media centers and markets buying a car , Los Angeles offers a unique combination of press coverage and contact users valuable , " said President Lisa Kaz LA Auto Show in a statement Wednesday .

How to become a good professionist if you can't afford to pay for an university?

One of the biggest reasons that people deny the privilege of education is because they can not afford it. However , today we live in a world where knowledge and information comes at our finger tips like never before. Technology has leveled the playing field so that anyone with an internet connection and an interest in receiving a first class education . Bloggers , podcasters , search engines and content creators of all types of digital has made ​​it possible for us to learn almost anything we want to , even if we do not have the money .

Electronic cigarettes: pros and cons

The latest accessory is not chic clutch or foot snake ankle , but nicotine system - providing called e - cigarette. Models at New York Fashion Week flavored nicotine inhalation of vapor respirators slim battery-operated , distributed by the event sponsor , Joy King electronic cigarettes . Swag bags at the 2013 Oscars including starter packs e - meat .
Many doctors , however , welcomed the trend . A Canadian Medical Journal editorial published this week warned that the e - cigarette " slippery slope to tobacco addiction . " A recent study in the journal The Lancet that e - cigarettes like nicotine patches to help smokers quit cigarettes over six months .

From gambling and drug addiction to succes in business: the incredible story of Roy Choi

What do restaurant chefs dream of ? Most would be happy with a great review , full house every night , maybe a restaurant or three of their own , a TV show .
Not Roy Choi . Choi has broken his own unconventional path to fame and success in the restaurant world , as his upcoming book , Son LA : My Life , My City, My Food , shows. Out November 5, it is a memoir and a collection of recipes from documentation transition Choi drug addict and gambler to one of the most admired civic leaders and charismatic Los Angeles ' , one that raises the bar on what the ' t mean to chefs to serve and feed their communities .

How friendly can big Savannah cats be?

Unless you're a circus performer, chances for your interactions with big cats will be limited to visits to the zoo and the occasional tiger rampage . But let's be honest : Who among us has not dreamed of how amazing it would be to take your jaguar or cheetah for a walk around the neighborhood ? Alas , we're all too aware that even ordinary house cats are doing some serious damage when they really put their mind to it. A big cat could (and would ) just straight up claw - slap your face next Thursday as soon as look at you.

Retirement is not an excuse to be useless: Doug Adams from UK, volunteer at 77

Doug Adams is a 77 years old man. In addition to working three days a week , it runs a group for people who , like him , are hard of hearing. He was also a volunteer with RSVP ( CSV ​​program for retired and older ) and honorary treasurer of his local Coeliac Society . Adams is a volunteer portfolio and, according to recent research by the Royal Voluntary Service ( RVS ) , more than 2,250,000 of senior volunteers who have multiple roles other 11% is held three roles while 6 % are held four or more .

Serbia near bankruptcy: The Government seek loans from UAE

Serbia is close to insolvency and must cut public salaries and subsidies to state companies to avoid it , said Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic . The government is slated to introduce today's actions designed to squeeze the deficit and shrinking public debt without affecting pensions , Pensions demand critical of the ruling party junior , said Vucic RVA TV broadcaster in an interview yesterday .

Hot Friday for Ukraine and Poland's soccer team fans

After Ukraine managed to overturn the group order, they're motivaten to obtain a FIFA World Cup qualifier against Poland in Kharkiv, behind closed doors on Friday .

"Imagine an appointment but Coming to the person you doing to Merthyr Been Waiting for does not show up . Supporters We are playing for . Mean What does football without the excitement and emotions can ? Rita Lower Knots football " , Ukraine coach Mykhaylo Fomenko -after - FIFA Told Reporters allowed into the stadium decided to Supporters .

Italian Pizza, Spaghetti Carbonara and Rigatoni Carbonara: Three easy to cook amazing italian dishes

The tradition of Italian appetizers is well known worldwide . Among the most prominent of the most famous snack is the spritz , a combination of light spirits that come to drink fresh, appealing and satisfying . Buying a good Italian vermouth is the first stage in preparing this appetizer .

Travel tips: What you have to know before visiting Indonesia?

For a pleasant and convenient journey to Indonesia useful travel tips follow :

Health : Immunisation against hepatitis A is recommended for all travelers . Depending on the length of stay and itinerary , vaccination for Japanese encephalitis , rabies may be necessary , typhoid and hepatitis B . Malaria and dengue fever exists in many parts of the country .

Brain Fitness: How to train your brain every day?

Your brain is not a muscle , but it can be treated as. Many people focus on physical fitness , but few know that brain fitness is also something that you can work on . In fact , you can exercise your brain as often as you would in your arms or abs - and the consequences can be positive and empowering . It is helpful to think of your brain as you'd muscles . To improve your brain , you can not repeat the same exercises over and over again . Just as weights 2 pounds will cease to challenge you , so repetitive exercises like crosswords or Sudoku .

Alternative Rock: Alternosfera's album "Epizodia"

Alternosfera was founded by two high school friends from Chisinau, Moldova, in 1998 with first rehearsal taking place on the 13th of December.

Over the years, the band has gone through many line-up changes, having only two original members, Marcel and Marin. Currently it is composed by: Marcel Bostan (vocalist), Marin Nicoară (guitar), Sergiu Aladin (guitar), Vicosh (bass) and Anatol Pungaci (drummer).

The White House to reduce deficit or to extend the debt limit?

President Barack Obama plans to talk to Republican lawmakers at the White House in the coming days as the pressure mounts on both sides to resolve the impasse over the federal debt ceiling and partial government shutdown .
With the ruling in its ninenth day on Wednesday , and an economy that undermines edging closer to a possible federal default , neither side shows clear signs of bending .
In the middle of the conversation is difficult , however, there was a suggestion of the possibility of a temporary truce . There were signs that both parties should be open to short-term extension of the debt limit $ 16700000000000 and end to temporarily stop giving more time to resolve their differences in their .

The "Dalmatian Man", Nelson Vergara struggling the dog problems in Chile

Nelson Vergara is known as "Dalmatian Man" in Chile. After watching the 1996 Disney film " 101 Dalmatians , " Nelson Vergara began dreaming about saving and caring for as many dogs as possible . Today , 42 Dalmatians live in the backyard of his home on the outskirts of the capital of Chile moderate . " It all started because of the film , " said Vergara. "It was computer generated, But I want to do the real thing . "

He has trouble with the authorities . His neighbors are constantly complaining about the foul odor coming from her yard , and municipal officials have threatened to evict him by the end of the month .Vergara says he just wants to set an example and raise awareness so that other chileans helps save the increasing number of stray dogs.

Novak Djokovic survived a scare in Shanghai

Novak Djokovic survived a scare when he landed awkwardly on his right foot during his second-round match at the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday but recovered for a 6-2, 6-0 victory over Spain's Marcel Granollers.

Djokovic hit a running backhand in the first game of the second set and then leaped in the air, wincing in pain. He took a medical timeout after the game to have his foot wrapped and appeared slightly tentative after returning to the court.