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The increasing ubiquity of web-based social networking services is a striking feature of modern human society. The degree to which individuals participate in these networks varies substantially for reasons that are unclear. Here, we show a biological basis for such variability by demonstrating that quantitative variation in the number of friends an individual declares on a web-based social networking service reliably predicted grey matter density in the right superior temporal sulcus, left middle temporal gyrus and entorhinal cortex. Such regions have been previously implicated in social perception and associative memory, respectively. We further show that variability in the size of such online friendship networks was significantly correlated with the size of more intimate real-world social groups. However, the brain regions we identified were specifically associated with online social network size, whereas the grey matter density of the amygdala was correlated both with online and real-world social network sizes. Taken together, our findings demonstrate that the size of an individual's online social network is closely linked to focal brain structure implicated in social cognition.
1. Introduction
Web-based social network services such as Facebook or MySpace consist primarily of a representation of each user and their social links [1]. The most popular site, Facebook, at the time of writing has over 750 million users worldwide including almost 38 per cent of the UK adult population. These services allow individuals to articulate and make visible their friendship networks, and it is apparent that there is considerable variability in the size of such networks [2]. However, the basis for this variability and whether it reflects the size of real-world social networks remains unclear and often controversial in the absence of empirical data.
One possibility is that variability in the size of online social networks has a neural basis. For real-world human social networks, a significant amount of variability is accounted for by genetic factors [3]. The influence of these heritable factors on social networks is presumably mediated through their impact on the brain and cognition. Moreover, it has been suggested that cortical volume limits information processing capacity for the number of social relationships that an individual can monitor simultaneously [4,5]. Consistent with this, a recent study found that the size and complexity of real-world social networks correlated specifically with the volume of the left and right amygdala [6]. However, that study did not consider online social network size and the relatively small number of participants (n = 58) may have limited power to detect associations between social network size and other brain regions. We therefore hypothesized that the degree to which individuals participate in online social networks might be reflected in the anatomical structure of human brain regions implicated in socio-cognitive behaviours.
It is sometimes anecdotally said that 'friends' acquired through online social networking are of a different character or number from those acquired through real-world social networks. This raises a concern that the cognitive functions that support a large network size on Facebook may not necessarily correspond to those for offline, intimate social networks. Social networks for different functions (close friends, work colleagues, etc.) are organized at different scales up to the so-called 'Dunbar number' based on the correlation between cortical volume and group size across primate species [4,5], but these numbers are typically correlated across individuals. We therefore hypothesized that if the cognitive functions that support a large network size on Facebook correspond to those for offline, intimate social networks, then the number of friends on Facebook should be correlated to the number of friends an individual reports in real-world social networks.
The primary goal of the present study was to identify brain regions associated with an individual's online social network size. We hypothesized that brain regions mediating social cognition and memory were particularly relevant to online social network size. In the case of offline real-world social networks, perspective-taking and memory capacity abilities predict an individual's network size [7]. Thus, we hypothesized that online social network size might be correlated with brain regions implicated in social cognition and social behaviour such as recognizing social cues, mentalizing (i.e. theory-of-mind) and perspective-taking. A large body of evidence indicates that processing of basic social signals such as gaze and body movements of others is mediated by the posterior superior temporal sulcus (STS) [8]. The amygdala is another central structure in social cognition [9], as amygdala damage impairs the ability to recognize emotional facial expressions [10]. Indeed, an association between social network size and the amygdala has been demonstrated for real-world social networks [6]. However, whether this finding generalizes to online social networks is currently unknown.
In addition to superficial recognition of social signals, deeper understanding of other people's mental states via mentalizing [11,12] or the mirror circuit [13] would also be important for successful social interactions. Such high-level social cognition is associated with activity in a network of brain regions including the temporoparietal junction (TPJ), medial prefrontal cortex and precuneus [11,12,14,15]. While the precise contribution of each of those regions to social cognition is yet to be established, they are consistently activated in a broad range of tasks embedded in social contexts. Since the ability to understand other people's intention is a key to successful social interactions, the size of online social networks might be reflected in the structure of these specific social brain regions.
In addition to these brain regions linked with social cognition, memory capacity is another important constraint on the size of social network, because maintenance of a large number of social ties requires memory for relationships [16,17]. Although previous work did not find association between real-world social network size and the hippocampus [6], memory capacity may become more relevant for online social networks than real-world social network, because the number of friends declared on online social networks is much larger than that of typical real-world social networks. Of particular interest are brain regions in the medial temporal lobe (MTL), which are linked with the encoding and retrieval of face–name pairs [18,19].
To test these hypotheses, we collected structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans from a large sample of 125 healthy adult volunteers and a further replication sample of 40 volunteers. We aimed to determine whether variability in the structure of specific regions of human cortex was associated with inter-individual variability in the number of social relationships as indexed by Facebook (the Facebook number or FBN). To do this, we used voxel-based morphometry (VBM) to compute regional grey matter volume across the whole brain based on T1-weighted anatomical MRI scans [20]. A premise of the VBM approach is that inter-individual differences in a behavioural trait across individuals can be correlated with differences in grey matter volume of specific brain regions (see Kanai & Rees [21] for a recent review). These macroscopic measures of brain anatomy have been successfully used to identify specific brain regions that are associated with individual differences in a broad range of contexts such as perceptual performance [22,23], attention control [24], face recognition skills [25], introspective ability [26], proficiency in a second language [27], personality traits [28] and political orientation [29]. We therefore expected that this VBM approach would reveal brain regions associated with an individual's online social network size.
2. Material and methods
(a) Experiment 1
Experiment 1 determined whether inter-individual variability in the number of social relationships as indexed by Facebook (the FBN) predicted variability in brain structure.
(i) Magnetic resonance imaging participants
One hundred and twenty-five healthy participants (46 males; mean age 23.3 ± 4.2 (s.d.) years) recruited from the local community of University College London took part in experiment 1. After MRI scanning (see below), the number of friends for that individual in their Facebook public profile was recorded.
(ii) Magnetic resonance imaging data acquisition
MR images were acquired on a 1.5 T Siemens Sonata MRI scanner (Siemens Medical, Erlangen, Germany). High-resolution anatomical images were acquired using a T1-weighted three-dimensional Modified Driven Equilibrium Fourier Transform (MDEFT) sequence (TR = 12.24 ms; TE = 3.56 ms; field of view = 256 × 256 mm; voxel size = 1 × 1 × 1 mm).
(iii) Voxel-based morphometry
The MR images were first segmented for grey matter (GM) and white matter (WM) using the segmentation tools in SPM8 (http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/spm). Subsequently, we performed Diffeomorphic Anatomical Registration Through Exponentiated Lie Algebra (DARTEL) in SPM8 for inter-subject registration of the GM images [30]. To ensure that the local grey matter volume was conserved after spatial transformation, the image intensity of each voxel was modulated by the Jacobian determinants of the deformation fields. The registered images were smoothed with a Gaussian kernel (full width at half maximum = 12 mm) and were then transformed to Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI) stereotactic space using affine and nonlinear spatial normalization implemented in SPM8 for multiple regression analysis.
A multiple regression analysis was performed on the smoothed grey matter images in SPM8 to determine regions in which grey matter density showed a positive correlation with the number of friends on Facebook. The gender and age of the participants and the total grey matter volume across the whole brain were included in the design matrix as covariates of no interest to model and thus regress out any effects correlated with these factors. We used p < 0.05 family-wise error corrected for the whole-brain volume as the criterion to detect voxels with a significant correlation with FBN.
In addition to this exploratory whole-brain analysis, which required a conservative statistical threshold to correct for multiple comparisons across the whole brain, we conducted a more sensitive region-of-interest analysis based on the previous finding that the size of bilateral amygdalae correlates with real-world social network size [6]. This previous finding served as a prior hypothesis to specifically examine correlation in the amygdala. For this purpose, we analysed the correlation within the small volumes defined by spheres (10 mm radius) centred at the MNI coordinates of amygdala as provided by Harvard–Oxford Subcortical Structural Atlas (MNI coordinates for left amygdala: x = −24, y = −2, z = −22; right amygdala: x = 26, y = 0, z = −22). By this small volume correction analysis [31], statistical results were corrected for multiple comparisons only within the small spheres. Thus, the sensitivity to detect correlation within those volumes was increased.
(iv) Skewness correction
The distribution of the number of friends on Facebook was highly skewed (skewness = 1.18). This could induce strong bias from a small number of participants who reported extremely large FBN. We applied the square-root transformation to the raw data to correct the strong skew. With this transformation, the violation of normality assumption owing to the skewness was adequately corrected (skewness = 0.04).
(b) Experiment 2
The findings from experiment 1 were obtained using a conservative whole-brain correction for multiple comparisons (apart from the amygdala). To provide additional protection against the possibility of false-positive findings, in experiment 2, we sought to replicate our results in an independent sample of 40 new participants. We used the coordinates of the three locations identified in the first experiment (above) and bilateral amygdala to examine whether the results of experiment 1 were replicated in an independent dataset.
(i) Voxel-based morphometry replication
We collected MR images from 40 new participants who did not participate in the first VBM study (23 males; mean age 22.1 ± 3.0 (s.d.) years). Grey matter density was extracted at the three loci of interest (MNI: x = −57, y = −51, z = −6; x = 63, y = −54, z = 10; x = 30, y = −10, z = −42), which were identified by the initial VBM results. In addition, we also extracted the grey matter density at stereotactic coordinates corresponding to the amygdala using Harvard–Oxford Subcortical Structural Atlas (MNI coordinates for left amygdala: x = −24, y = −2, z = −22; right amygdala: x = 26, y = 0, z = −22). To be consistent with the methods used in experiment 1 (above), the factors of age, gender and the total grey matter volume were regressed out before the stage of extracting local grey matter density at these loci.
(c) Experiment 3
To examine the relationship between the online social networks and real-world social networks, in experiment 3 we examined whether the FBN in a sample of 80 of our participants correlated with other smaller real-world social network sizes [32] revealed by a previously developed and validated Social Network Size Questionnaire [33,34].
(i) Social network size questionnaire
Eighty participants were recruited from the UCL student community (28 males; mean age 22.1 ± 2.9 (s.d.) years). The questionnaire was adapted from Stileman & Bates [33]. It consisted of the following nine questions.
— How many were present at your 18th or 21st birthday party?
— If you were going to have a party now, how many people would you invite?
— What is the total number of friends in your phonebook?
— Write down the names of the people to whom you would send a text message marking a celebratory event (e.g. Birthday, Christmas, new job, good exam result, etc.). How many people is that?
— Write down the names of people in your phonebook you would meet for a chat in a small group (one to three people). How many people is that?
— How many friends have you kept from school and university whom you could have a friendly conversation with now?
— How many friends do you have on 'Facebook'?
— How many friends do you have from outside school or university?
— Write down the names of the people of whom you feel you could ask a favour and expect to have it granted. How many people is that?
These questions are loaded strongly onto a single factor [33]. We applied the square-root transformation before computing the correlations to correct for strong skewness present in the distributions.
(d) Experiment 4
We examined how offline social network sizes measured in experiment 3 were related to the regions identified in our VBM analysis (experiment 1). To do so, we extracted the grey matter density at the loci identified in experiment 1 and bilateral amygdala from a total of 65 participants who completed the social network questionnaire in experiment 3 and were scanned either in experiment 1 or in experiment 2 (43 males; age 22.4 ± 3.3 (s.d.) years old). The method and coordinates used for grey matter extraction were identical to those used in the replication study (experiment 2).
We computed a normalized real-world social network size for each participant by averaging the z-scores for the question items 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9 after skewness correction for each item by square-root transformation (see the methods for experiment 1). These items were selected based upon their similar averages ranging between 10 and 20, which correspond to the scale of support clique [35]. The excluded question items were one about Facebook and one about phonebook, as both of these showed much larger averages and the Facebook number needed to be separated. Even when we included the question about the number of friends in their phonebook, the results were qualitatively unchanged.
In this analysis, we examined three types of relationships for each brain region of interest. First, we sought to replicate the results of experiments 1 and 2 by using the subsample of the participants. Since our sample was simply a subset of the original population, replication of the basic findings was expected. However, this was a critical step for interpretation of the analyses that included the real-world social network size as a covariate. Second, we examined whether the score of real-world social network size correlated with grey matter density of the loci that were identified in our VBM analysis (experiment 1). This analysis allowed us to determine whether the identified regions reflected only online social network size or also generalized to offline social network size. Third, we conducted a multiple regression analysis to compute partial correlations between FBN and grey matter density while regressing out the contribution of real-world network size. This analysis revealed regions that were specifically associated with online social network size. We also computed partial correlations between real-world network size and grey matter density while regressing out the factor of FBN. This analysis revealed regions that were specifically associated with real-world social network size.
3. Results
(a) Experiment 1
Experiment 1 tested the hypothesis that inter-individual variability in the number of social relationships as indexed by Facebook (the FBN) predicted variability in brain structure. In accordance with our hypothesis, we found a significant positive correlation between grey matter density across individuals for three remarkably focal cortical locations (figure 1): left middle temporal gyrus (MTG; T121 = 4.16, R = 0.354, p < 0.05 family-wise error (FWE)-corrected for whole-brain volume), right posterior STS (T121 = 4.10, R = 0.349, p < 0.05 FWE-corrected for whole-brain volume) and the right entorhinal cortex (T121 = 4.09, R = 0.348, p < 0.05 FWE-corrected for whole-brain volume). Table 1 provides full details of these loci.
Real-world social network size, as measured by the Social Network Index [36], is correlated with the grey matter volume of the amygdala in a sample of 58 individuals [6]. In our larger sample of 125 individuals and using FBN as a measure of social network size, we did not observe any significant correlation with amygdala volume at our whole-brain-corrected threshold. However, for completeness, we re-examined our data using a more sensitive region-of-interest analysis based on the stereotactic coordinates (see §2 for full details). Using this more sensitive analysis, we found a weak but significant relationship between amygdala volume and online social network size for both right (T121 = 3.74, R = 0.322, p = 0.001 FWE-corrected for small volume) and left (T121 = 3.43, R = 0.298, p = 0.003 FWE-corrected for small volume) amygdala. It is noteworthy that the strength of the correlation we found between FBN and amygdala grey matter volume was comparable with that found previously [6].
(b) Experiment 2
Experiment 2 sought to replicate the findings of experiment 1 in a new sample of 40 individuals. In all the three cortical loci of interest showing whole-brain-corrected relationships with online social network size (i.e. from experiment 1 left MTG, right STS and right entorhinal cortex), we observed significant (T38 = 2.52, R = 0.379, p < 0.05; T38 = 2.97, R = 0.435, p < 0.01; T38 = 3.41, R = 0.484, p < 0.01, respectively) correlation between the FBN and local grey matter density in those areas (figure 2). In addition, we examined the association between online social network size and bilateral amygdala. We found significant correlation between the FBN and local grey matter density of bilateral amygdala (left amygdala: T38 = 2.14, R = 0.328, p < 0.05; right amygdala: T38 = 3.41, R = 0.484, p < 0.01). Thus, all of our findings in the first VBM analysis on 125 participants were replicated in an independent dataset.
(c) Experiment 3
Experiment 3 examined the relationship between FBN and the size of a variety of real-world social networks measured using standardized questionnaires. We found that across the individuals we studied, the FBN was indeed larger than the real-world network sizes for a variety of situations revealed by our questionnaire (figure 3a). Nevertheless, FBN exhibited significant correlation with five out of the eight measures of real-world social network sizes (even with a stringent Bonferroni correction, p < 0.05, n = 80; figure 3b).
(d) Experiment 4
We examined the relationship between real-world social network size and the grey matter density at the loci identified by our VBM analysis (see experiment 1) in a subset of 65 participants who completed the social network size questionnaire (experiment 1) and MRI scan (either experiment 1 or experiment 2). Within this subsample, we first investigated the relationship between grey matter density and FBN at the loci indentified by our VBM analysis. The results replicated significant correlations between FBN and grey matter density at left MTG (T63 = 2.18, R = 0.264, p < 0.05), right STS (T63 = 2.69, R = 0.322, p < 0.01) and right entorhinal cortex (T63 = 2.43, R = 0.292, p<0.05). However, we did not find significant correlations at the amygdala loci in this particular sub-sample (left: T63 = 1.08, R = 0.135, p = 0.283; right: T63 = 1.35, R = 0.182, p = 0.168), although the direction of the correlations was consistent with our VBM analyses above.
Next, we examined correlations between real-world network size score (see §2) and grey matter density at the same set of loci. We found a significant correlation only at the right amygdala (T63 = 2.17, R = 0.264, p < 0.05), but not at any other tested loci (left amygdala: T63 = 1.55, R = 0.192, p = 0.127; left MTG: T63 = −0.132, R = −0.02, p = 0.896; right STS: T63 = 1.14, R = 0.142, p = 0.258; right entorhinal cortex, T63 = 1.20, R = 0.150, p = 0.234).
Finally, we computed the partial correlation between grey matter at each locus and FBN while regressing out the factor of real-world social network size score (see §2). Even after regressing out the contribution of real-world network size, we found significant correlations at left MTG (T62 = 2.284, R = 0.279, p < 0.05), right STS (T62 = 2.453, R = 0.298, p < 0.05) and right enthorinal cortex (T62 = 2.222, R = 0.272, p < 0.05). However, we did not find significant correlations at amygdala in this sample (left: T62 = 0.709, R = 0.09, p = 0.481; right: T62 = 0.836, R = 0.11, p = 0.406). We also computed partial correlation between real-world social network size and grey matter density while regressing out the factor of FBN. This also showed significant correlation at right amygdala (T62 = 2.410, R = 0.293, p < 0.05), but nowhere else (all p > 0.05).
These results together suggest that the three cortical loci, i.e. left MTG, right STS and right entorhinal cortex, are specifically associated with online social network size, whereas the right amygdala is associated with real-world social network size, while these two variables exhibited some degree of correlation (figure 3).
4. Discussion
Taken together, our findings show that the number of social contacts declared publicly on a major web-based social networking site was strongly associated with the structure of focal regions of the human brain. Specifically, we found that variation in the number of friends on Facebook strongly and significantly predicted grey matter volume in left MTG, right STS and right entorhinal cortex. These findings survived whole-brain correction for multiple comparisons and replicated in an independent sample. Moreover, we found that the grey matter density of the amygdala, which was previously shown to be linked with real-world social network size, was also correlated with online social network size. While our correlation analysis precluded definitive ascription of cognitive functions to the areas that predicted the number of online social contacts, it is nevertheless striking that both areas have been implicated in social aspects of human cognition in rather different contexts.
Activations of the regions in the posterior STS are commonly implicated in the perception of biological motion, such as actions executed by others, including hand movement [37,38], direction of gaze [39,40] and mouth movement [39] (see [8] for a review). However, posterior STS is also sensitive to other people's intentions [41–43] as well as navigation in social networks [44], suggesting a possible role of this region in more than just recognizing bodily movements of others. Moreover, differences in cortical anatomy in very similar areas can be seen in disorders where impaired social relationships are recognized [45,46].
On the other hand, we did not find association with online social network size in the fronto-parietal cortical circuit implicated in the mirror mechanism for understanding actions and intentions of other agents [13], nor did we find associations in the medial prefrontal cortex or in TPJ, regions implicated in mentalizing and perspective-taking [12,15,47–51]. Some caution is warranted in interpreting this negative finding, given our relatively conservative statistical criterion reflecting the exploratory nature of the analysis. Nevertheless, taken together with our finding that posterior STS and MTG were correlated only with online social network size, but not with real-world network size (see experiment 4), we suggest that the size of online social networks may reflect specific types of social cognition supported by posterior STS and MTG.
In addition to brain regions implicated in various aspects of social cognition, we found that the right entorhinal cortex was correlated with online social network size. The right entorhinal cortex is implicated in associative memory formation for pairs of items including pairs of names and faces [18,52,53]. Such memory capacity for name–face associates would constitute an important function for maintaining a large social network as observed in social network websites. The lack of correlation with real-world social network size in this area suggests that the involvement of the memory-related region may be specific to the large size of online social networks.
Variability in the size of real-world social networks, as previously observed [33], was also correlated with variability in the size of online networks. This supports the claim that most Internet users employ online social network services to support pre-existing social relationships, maintaining, reinforcing or otherwise solidifying existing offline relationships [2,54]. The cross-scale correlation of social network we observed supports the idea that the FBN, which is probably driven by weak ties, is predictive of the real-world social network size of an individual defined by more intimate friendships. However, the grey matter density at the loci identified by our VBM analysis did not correlate with the real-world social network size, but was specifically associated with the FBN (see experiment 4). On the other hand, the amygdala was associated with the real-world network size more than the online network size, replicating recent work relating real-world social network size to amygdala volume [6]. The differential weights of the neural loci for online and real-world network size suggest that online and real-world network size reflect different aspects of socio-cognitive functions, mediated by posterior STS/MTG and amygdala, respectively.
We deliberately chose to study a population consisting largely of college students, because such individuals almost invariably show a high usage of social-networking sites that are integrated into their existing networks [2,54]. In support of this notion, we found that the size of online friendship networks was correlated with the size of more intimate real-world social networks (figure 3). Nonetheless, it remains to be seen whether such a strong predictive relationship also holds for other age or demographic groups.
A relationship between cortical volume and social network size has been observed across different species of primates [4,5,55]. However, such earlier analyses were limited to global cortical volume and could not specify which brain structures might be associated with large social network sizes in humans. Our VBM results now suggest that the posterior STS and MTG, implicated in social perception, and the entorhinal cortex, implicated in associative memory, provide the cognitive capacity to build and maintain large online social networks in human society. Moreover, they show a link between variability in structural (rather than functional) properties of the human brain and online social network size.
Finally, our study was by design cross-sectional and so cannot determine whether the relationship between brain structure and social network participation arises over time through friendship-dependent plasticity in the brain areas involved; or alternatively whether individuals with a specific brain structure are predisposed to acquire more friends than others. The relative contributions of 'nature' and 'nurture' therefore remain to be determined.
The study was approved by the local ethical committee and written informed consent was obtained from all participants.
This work was supported by the Wellcome Trust (G.R.), the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (R.K.), a British Academy postdoctoral fellowship (B.B.) and the Danish National Research Foundation and the Danish Research Council for Culture and Communication, the European Union MindBridge project (B.B.).
- Received September 20, 2011.
- Accepted September 30, 2011.
- This journal is © 2011 The Royal Society
This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.


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Triangles have been hot for a while now, but it seems like there's a new geometric shape du jour — the polyhedron. These 5 home goods make the most of the futuristic 3D shape and show just why it's appearing everywhere.
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- Designer Oji Masanori and 114-year old Japanese foundry Futagami collaborated on these lovely brass paperweights. $78 a piece at Muhs Home.
- An origami vase that would make a stylish housewarming gift. $29 at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.
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Shameless Plug - Cyber Monday!
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In additional to a direct ship/flatrate ship special -I wanted to offer a 'free sample' of one of our products to anyone who places an order…I will also include a free sample of random tea from my stash – to my tea friends on steepster only – for those who place any order.
Please let me know if you are interested in receiving more info! Thanks everyone and Happy Cyber Monday!
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drop me a PM with your email addy :) Thanks so much for the kind words :)
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Car Review
2012 Honda CR-Z: New Car Review
Pros: Distinctive design; unique driving experience
Cons: Tiny interior space; neither sporty nor fuel efficient
The Honda CR-Z is a three-door hatchback subcompact hybrid that came out initially in 2010 as a 2011 model. The CR-Z was designed in homage to one of Honda's most iconic designs, the CR-X. With the CR-Z, Honda wanted to build a fuel efficient, cheap, and-most important-sporty hybrid.
Comfort & Utility
Utility isn't the CR-Z's strong suit. With only two seats, the CR-Z has more of an urban cruiser feel. In the place where a back seat might be, Honda has installed a plastic storage tray. Behind it is another small storage space accessed by the rear hatch. This, too, isn't large but will easily hold a couple of bags of groceries.
The front passenger compartment is classic small Honda. Space is limited but well designed. The seats are slim but comfortable, and despite its diminutive size, larger drivers will have little problem fitting into the CR-Z.
The CR-Z comes in base and EX trim levels. All CR-Zs receive automatic climate control, a six-speaker audio system with compact disc player, USB input for iPod, power windows and locks and keyless entry.
When customers step up to the EX, Honda includes many more technical features. The EX includes a 360-watt high-power audio system with subwoofer, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, Bluetooth connectivity and alloy pedals. Honda's satellite navigation system with voice activation and a 6.5-inch touchscreen is an option on the EX.
Performance & Fuel Economy
The CR-Z has a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine producing 122 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque. This small inline-4 has been cleverly fitted with Honda's Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system. Its electric motor/generator uses electricity stored in on-board battery packs to assist with acceleration. During cruising the IMA system remains at rest. During braking or decelerating, the IMA system helps slow the CR-Z through regenerative braking, which generates electricity that is sent back to the on-board batteries.
Customers will be able to choose between two transmissions: a six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is an option on all CR-Zs. The CR-V is rated at 31 mpg city/37 mpg highway with the manual, and slightly better at 35/39 mpg with the CVT. These numbers are enhanced by idle-stop technology that shuts down the gasoline engine at stops and re-engages when the driver takes his or her foot off the brake.
The CR-Z features a three-mode hybrid drive system that allows drivers to switch vehicle performance using Sport, Normal, and Econ modes. Sport mode increases the IMA power delivery curve at lower rpm and electronically increases steering effort for an enhanced performance feel. When Econ mode is activated, it will shut off the gasoline engine sooner when coming to a stop, especially useful during stop-and-go city driving. Normal mode, the default setting, is a balance between the accelerative properties of Sport mode and the fuel-saving features of Econ mode.
The CR-Z has dual-stage, multiple threshold front airbags, front and side airbags with Honda's Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) on the passenger's side and side curtain airbags. Active head restraints and ABS complete the safety package. The front of the small CR-Z's chassis also has a pedestrian injury mitigation design and what Honda calls its Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, which helps absorb and disperse energy in the event of a front-end crash.
Driving Impressions
Honda has touted the CR-Z as a sport hybrid. In spite of its sport-inspired features, the CR-Z isn't actually very sporty. It is quite agile, however. On the open road, the CR-Z grips the corners confidently, and the engine sounds energetic at higher rpm. The most fun part-where drivers really notice the power boost from the hybrid system-is right off the line. Acceleration in Sport mode is peppy. Above 20 mph, there's not much sporting feel to the CR-Z.
Drivers looking to achieve both a sporting driving experience and fuel efficiency will be disappointed with the CR-Z. In the city, making most of the CR-Z's limited sporting attributes, drivers will achieve a miles-per-gallon rating closer to the mid-20s than the mid-30s that is claimed by Honda. If customers come at it from another mentality, however, they will find the CR-Z much more enjoyable. We figure the word to best describe the CR-Z is "quirky."
The CR-Z is small, light, nimble and really can't be directly compared to any other vehicle on the market. Yes, there are other subcompacts out there, but the CR-Z provides a completely different motoring experience than anything else on the road. Drivers should settle in and enjoy the CR-Z for what it actually is: one part go-kart, one part spaceship and one part hybrid.
Other Cars to Consider
Toyota Yaris - Starting at $14,115, the Yaris is perhaps the sportiest subcompact to compare with the CR-Z. Yes, the Yaris isn't available in hybrid but it is capable of an estimated 38 mpg on the highway.
Mazda2 - We're sticking with sporty little hatchbacks to compare with the CR-Z. The Mazda2 Sport starts at $14,530 and is a real kick in the pants. With five doors, a manual transmission and an optional neon green paint color, the Mazda2 gives the CR-Z a run for its money.
Kia Rio - The all-new Rio starts at $13,600 for the LX five-door and features one of the nicest interiors in its class. Not only does the Rio look good and drive even better, it also comes with a 100,000-mile warranty that's hard to beat at any price point.
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For customers enamored with the CR-Z's distinctive looks and driving feel, we recommend they step up to the EX with navigation, priced starting at $23,055. Featuring a six-speed manual transmission and Honda's satellite navigation system with voice recognition, the CR-Z features all the sporting and technological features an eco-conscious urban driver could want.


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Irving, TX – The Dallas Cowboys signed veteran safety Will Allen to an undisclosed contract, the team announced Wednesday.
Allen provides the Cowboys with nine years of NFL experience, the last three of which came in a reserve role with Pittsburgh. The 30-year-old did start seven games for the Steelers last season, compiling 34 tackles and three passes defensed, and could be a candidate to fill the void on Dallas' back end created when the team was forced to release 2012 regular Gerald Sensabaugh for salary cap reasons earlier this month.
A fourth-round pick of Tampa Bay in the 2004 draft, Allen spent his first six seasons with the Buccaneers and started 16 games for the team in 2006. Over 130 career contests, he has recorded 250 tackles, four interceptions, seven passes defensed and made 33 starts.
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"Charlie's Angels" (KOAT-7 7 p.m.) "Bionic Woman" reboot bomb or "Hawaii Five-O" reboot hit? You decide!
"Person of Interest" (KRQE-13 8 p.m.) Jim Caviezel (Jesus from that Mel Gibson movie) and Michael Emerson (Ben Linus from "Lost") team up with creator Jonathan Nolan (The Dark Knight) for this superhero-ish drama about a reclusive billionaire and an ex-CIA agent who use high-tech surveillance and a super computer to stop crime before it happens.
"Whitney" (KOB-4 8:30 p.m.) Comedienne Whitney Cummings has already got the sitcom she wrote and created, "2 Broke Girls," over on CBS. But she doubles down this season with an eponymous sitcom as well.
"Prime Suspect" (KOB-4 9 p.m.) Maria Bello (Coyote Ugly, A History of Violence) takes over for Helen Mirren in this Americanized remake of the long-running police procedural from across the pond.
"A Gifted Man" (KRQE-13 7 p.m.) Patrick Wilson (Watchmen) is a hotshot neurosurgeon who suddenly starts getting spiritual advice from his dead wife, allowing producers to combine the "ghost whisperer" genre with the "medical drama" genre. If only he could solve crimes, too.
"The Dead Files" (Travel 8 p.m.) Travel Channel's continuing obsession with ghosts isn't exactly putting me in the mood to travel.
"The Nerdist" (BBC America 8 p.m.) Comedian/G4 fixture Chris Hardwick parlays his Saturday-night hosting gig on BBC America into a full-fledged talk show—an adaptation of his popular, nerd-culture podcast.
"Dog Park Superstars" (GSN 6 p.m.) Think "American Ninja Warrior," only with canines.
"Dirty Soap" (E! 11 p.m.) Soap operas are going off the air faster than the networks can cancel them. Why did E! think now was the time to give a bunch of soon-
"Long Island Medium" (TLC 8 p.m.) Random New York psychic Theresa Caputo gets her own reality show in which she takes care of her husband, raises two children, runs errands and talks to the dead. Gosh, she's almost as fascinating as little people.
"Pan Am" (KOAT-7 9:01 p.m.) Christina Ricci (The Addams Family) flies the friendly skies as a stewardess in ABC's new swingin' '60s series.
"Terra Nova" (KASA-2 7 p.m.) Executive producer Steven Spielberg sends a cast of characters back to the old sets from Jurassic Park—sorry, back to prehistoric Earth—in an attempt to alleviate overcrowding in the future. You'd think scientists could have chosen someplace less ... dinosaury.
"Secret Mountain Fort Awesome" (Cartoon Network 9:45 p.m.) A group of disgusting monsters tries to fit into the real world in CN's latest teen toon.
"Hart of Dixie" (KWBQ-29 8 p.m.) Have I mentioned how much I hate shows with a pun in the title based on the name of the lead character? Here, fast-talking New York doctor Zoe Hart (Rachel Bilson) ends up in podunk Bluebell, Ala. Think "Northern Exposure," but with a Southern accent.
"Teen Mom: Finale Special" (MTV 11 p.m.) MTV says goodbye to the Season 3 teen moms with a one-hour "check up" special featuring Dr. Drew. You know your life is going really well if Dr. Drew shows up at your front door.
"Suburgatory" (KOAT-7 7:30 p.m.) What's with the no-concept sitcoms this season? In this one, some people move to the suburbs. Wow. Imagine the storytelling possibilities inherent in that crazy idea.


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Photos by Kristian Bertel - With more than 740.000 schools India operates the biggest education system in the world. Literacy rates have increased within the last decades, up to 65 per cent in 2001. However, since local boards are in control of education, there are big differences in quality of education in India. The present day education system in India has come a long way and the age old traditions have undergone a makeover to produce an education system that is evolving every single day.
Initiatives like the Right to Education Act have provided an impetus to growth and progress by laying special emphasis on elementary education in India. Combined with policy changes like making child labour illegal the being government is working ensure that the seeds of education are planted in both the rural and less privileged sub-urban areas of the country though there are a number of pressing challenges at hand that hamper the proliferation.
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Chris Paul will become a free agent at the end of this upcoming NBA season, which explains why many feel he exerted influence over the Clippers' front office to ensure LA's 'other' basketball team signed a guy who might be the league's 'most California' player. UCLA alum Barnes was born in Sacramento and has played for the Clips, Kings and Lakers, and Donald Sterling's team has to walk a tightrope if they want to keep CP3 from signing with his third team over the summer. A look like this Chicago-style Jordan CP3.VI representing Paul's next destination would be disastrous for Lob City, but colorways like these prove Jordan Brand's allegiance to their signature point guard no matter where he plays. Check them out after the jump, let us know how these compare to the 'Team USA' debut and other palettes we've previewed here on Sneaker News and grab these CP3.VIs today from NikeStore.
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Sjon's love for words began as a teenager when he would decipher David Bowie lyrics. He published his first book of prose in 1987 but moved on to writing literature after reading 'The Master and Margarita' by Mikhail Bulgakov, which showed him that, unlike poetry, everything is possible in the novel. Born in Reykjavik, Sjon has worked with Lars von Trier and Bjork – he wrote lyrics for 'Dancer in the Dark' – and even had a four-year stint in politics. He tells Georgina Godwin about his deeply cultured life and latest novel 'Moonstone: The Boy Who Never Was', the story of a Reykjavik plague in 1918 and how a marginalised kid shows compassion to the people that despise him.
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"Long Way Go Down"
Set in a dusty Arizona town not far from the Mexican border, "Long Way Go Down" (from Jackalope Theatre at the Viaduct) unfolds much like a human chess game. Strategy is all-important, and the traps are many.
A long-haul truck driver (Tim Miller, grizzled and enigmatic) pads his wallet by smuggling illegal immigrants into the U.S. He is a coyote, in the parlance, and as unsentimental as they come. Business is business, which means a bloody and brutal endgame for those who employ his services but find themselves unable to pay the bill.
Such is the troubling circumstance at the heart of this play by Zayd Dohrn. A very pretty, very unpredictable young woman (Paloma Nozicka) sits huddled in the corner of a ramshackle, half-built office space. She has been left as collateral while her talkative, savvy and fully Americanized companion (a wily and hugely charismatic Daniel Martinez) attempts to figure a way out of this jam. The truck driver's idiot son (Adam Brown) stands guard and attempts to make a connection with these two Mexicans who owe his father a thousand bucks, or else. It is a brutish story, but one with emotional stakes that feel real and rooted in truth.
Dohrn, who teaches writing at Northwestern University (and is the son of 1960s radical Bill Ayers), is developing a series for HBO, and you can see why his style would be a good match for the cable network; he creates fully formed characters and sustains a palpable tension between them as alliances shift depending on the moment. The dangerous hustler embodied by Martinez (under Kaiser Zaki Ahmed's smart direction) is exactly the kind of magnetic antihero who could carry a TV series — or another play.
Through Dec. 22 at the Viaduct Theatre, 3111 N. Western Ave. Tickets are $15 at 773-340-2543 or jackalopetheatre.org
The Manic Pixie Dream Girl, long a staple of indie movies, has apparently found her way into the world of theater. How generous is your tolerance for this trope? Of the quirky, devil-may-care gal who exists only to teach "broodingly soulful young men to embrace life and its infinite mysteries and adventures" (in the words of film critic Nathan Rabin, who coined the term)? Is it two-plus-hours generous? Because that's what you're in for.
"Foreverendia," by Brian Tuttle, centers on three kids (the ringleader being the aforementioned dream girl) who spend the bulk of the play manufacturing a land of make-believe (Foreverendia) that becomes a welcome distraction from their difficult home lives, which are revealed in clunky bits and pieces. If playing make-believe is one of the immense joys of childhood, it must be said that watching adult actors portray children playing make-believe is something else entirely. You ever get stuck listening to someone describe their dreams? That's the general feeling here.
It is only much later (too late, really, for the purposes of the story) that we meet these children as grown-ups, now scarred by a terrible mistake that occurred during one of their play sessions.
That said, I liked some of Tuttle's witty flourishes as the kids establish the rules of their new country: "The tourism brochures have stop signs on them." "Rule number eleventeen: There is no such thing as time."
And my favorite: When a little girl asks if she should bring any supplies, she is informed: "If you have an army or a political system, that would be good."
Through Dec. 23 at the Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport Ave. Tickets are $16-$24 at 773-935-6875 or blackshipco.org
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Court Orders Apple to Revise Cheeky Apology
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The British court that ordered Apple to post a statement declaring that Samsung didn't infringe on its designs isn't happy with the way the order was carried out.
Apple posted a statement to its UK website, but it was apparently not what the three-judge appeals panel had in mind. The proclamation has one paragraph about Samsung's non-infringement of Apple's registered design, but it follows up with some other content that irked the UK justices.
One paragraph, for example, lifted from a lower court ruling in the case, mentions how Apple's iPad is cooler than Samsung's Galaxy tablets. Another paragraph, also taken from that ruling, praises the striking design of Apple's slate.
The statement also mentions the results of other court cases in other countries where Apple has triumphed over Samsung. "So while the UK court did not find Samsung guilty of infringement, other courts have recognized that in the course of creating its Galaxy tablet, Samsung willfully copied Apple's far more popular iPad," the statement declared.
New Statement Ordered
Because the statement, which has been on the Apple website for about a month, doesn't comply with the order issued by the court, the judges ordered that it be taken down within 24 hours and be replaced with a new statement in compliance with the court's original order.
In addition, three sentences must be posted to the home page of Apple's UK website acknowledging that its first statement was incorrect and a link included to the new revised statement.
A lower court judge wanted the entire statement posted to the Apple UK home page -- a requirement opposed by Apple -- but the appeals court allowed Apple to post its statement elsewhere on its site and link to it from the home page.
One of the appeals court judges reportedly said he was at a loss as to why a company of Apple's stature would post a statement to its website that was a plain breach of the order.
Another judge on the panel reportedly asked for an affidavit from Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, explaining the technical difficulties that prevented the company from meeting the court's deadlines for posting the new statement to the firm's UK website.
Apple Not Groveling
Apple did not respond to our request to comment for this story.
As for Samsung, "We welcome the court's decision," Adam Yates, a company spokesperson, told MacNewsWorld.
Whether the appeals court was pleased with Apple's statement or not, even the British judges could not fault its accuracy, according to intellectual property analyst Florian Mueller.
"The court may not have been perfectly happy about Apple's statement, but it was 100 percent truthful and in the free world everyone should be free to say accurate things," he told MacNewsWorld.
Uncool To Infringe
Publicity orders in intellectual property cases are new in the United Kingdom, but they're extraordinary in the United States, for good reason, said Burr & Forman patent attorney Michael Lasky.
"It doesn't look particularly fair to me, and the whole coolness [issue] raises doubts about the judge's legal analysis in the case," he explained to MacNewsWorld. "I know of no jurisdiction which has switched to a coolness standard."
"There are very specific legal terms for what happened in this case and sloppiness of terminology makes one wonder whether UK legal precedent was applied," he continued. "How would you like a decision of a trademark court that reads, 'Hey dude, you lose because, when applying the coolness standard, they didn't cut it?'"
Lasky did recall one U.S. case that involved the theft of "trade dress" where an infringer had to post a notice in the windows of its restaurants informing the public that it had copied the look of a competitor.
The restaurant went out of business shortly after posting the notices, he said. "I doubt Apple would suffer the same fate."


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The first celebration of Earth Day was in 1970, a time when most vehicles on American roads were big, dirty and inefficient. Fuel economy was terrible by today's standards, and emissions were, too.
Times have certainly changed. Cars and trucks are more fuel efficient than ever, thanks to a range of new technologies. In fact, drivers can now have it all now -- efficiency, comfort, power and luxury -- all in one package.
Our top six hybrid luxury sedans deliver excellent fuel economy and truly luxurious appointments. Choose one that suits your needs and enjoy the advantages of hybrid technology.
2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
Completely redesigned for the 2013 model year, the Lincoln MKZ is a distinctive and stylish midsize sedan that's available in both conventional and hybrid versions. One characteristic that sets the MKZ apart from some competitors is its pricing: Both the MKZ and MKZ Hybrid start at $35,925. Most other models cost more than their nonhybrid counterparts.
The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is also equally fuel efficient in both highway and city driving, earning a 45-mpg Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy rating in both cycles. But Lincoln didn't focus all the MKZ's technology on efficiency. An adaptive suspension and active noise control ensure a luxurious ride, while good old leather and wood trim lend a premium feel to the MKZ Hybrid's cabin.
2013 Acura ILX Hybrid
Hybrids are typically heavier than conventional gas vehicles, and the Acura ILX, which is available with either powertrain type, is no different. But the ILX Hybrid only outweighs the base model by about 50 pounds, so it maintains the nimble, sporty feel common to the brand. The ILX is Acura's first gas-electric model, but parent company Honda is a hybrid pioneer.
Pricing for the compact hybrid sedan (the ILX is the smallest vehicle in the Acura lineup) starts at $28,900, making it the most affordable vehicle on this list. Fuel economy is impressive at 38 mpg combined -- a 10-mpg advantage over the base ILX. Dual-zone auto climate control, a sunroof, keyless entry with push-button start and a backup camera are all standard features on the 2013 Acura ILX Hybrid.
2013 Lexus ES 300h
Honda may be a pioneer of hybrids, but Toyota is the undisputed leader, having sold more gas-electric vehicles than any other automaker. Toyota's luxury division, Lexus, now offers the hybrid system on its ES sedan, combining spacious luxury and 40-mpg combined fuel economy.
The ES 300h is available with leather interior, but shoppers focused on going green may prefer to stick with the standard NuLuxe seats, which reduce environmental impact. With no options, the ES 300h is priced just under $40,000. That buys standard equipment such as 10-way power front seats, a sunroof and automatic climate control. Plus, you'll feel both indulged and responsible simultaneously pulling up in the ES 300h in near-silent electric mode.
2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Luxury and performance often go hand-in-hand for BMW. With the ActiveHybrid 3, the automaker clearly preserved this mission. Rated at 25 mpg city and 35 mpg highway, the ActiveHybrid 3 is commendable for its economy, but not outstanding. Still, that's thriftier than any conventional gasoline 3 Series sedan. Plus, the ActiveHybrid 3 is more powerful than either the conventional gasoline 328i or 335i.
Combined, its gas and electric motors deliver up to 335 horsepower and provide brisk acceleration. Alternatively, the electric motor alone can power the vehicle for up to 2.5 miles with no tailpipe emissions. The ActiveHybrid 3 requires premium fuel and starts at $50,195, so owning one is not cheap. But in terms of luxury and performance, it certainly delivers.
2013 Infiniti M35h
Like BMW, Infiniti offers a hybrid luxury sedan with a performance agenda. It's called the M35h, and it's even more powerful than the ActiveHybrid 3, with 360 hp from its V6 and electric motor. In fact, the Infiniti M35h is the Guinness World Record holder for quarter-mile acceleration by a hybrid.
Yet the M35h is economical in everyday driving, posting ratings of 27 mpg city/32 mpg hwy. It's also luxurious, offering standard heated leather seats, HID headlights and a rear sunshade. Pricing for the 2013 M35h has not been announced yet, but the 2012 model starts at $53,700.
2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz certainly has a reputation for luxury, but the automaker clearly doesn't consider efficiency to be just an afterthought. For years, Mercedes has built some of the most economical, big and upscale sedans around, relying largely on diesel to achieve that. But now, the popular E-Class sedan is available with a different kind of efficient powertrain that doesn't come with diesels drawbacks.
The E400 Hybrid is new for the 2013 model year and, at 26 mpg, it offers the best combined fuel economy across the wide E-Class range. The diesel-powered E350 Bluetec beats the E400 in highway fuel economy, but the hybrid model has higher city and combined ratings. And while the diesel is idling at traffic lights, the hybrid sits quietly with its engine off. Pricing for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid starts at $55,800.
Choosing a sedan that's comfortable, well-equipped and spacious is simple, given an appropriate budget. Yet, until now, finding one that's both environmentally responsible and luxurious has been a challenge. Now, hybrid technology has changed the game. These new hybrid luxury sedans deliver everything drivers want, and then some.


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You can use them to organize, divide, tab, mark or just decorate.
They are inside the inner pocket of all the new collections, together with the quality control stickers. Keep the quality sticker safe, with its identification number, so that if you find a defect you can reference it through the contact page.
Other special sets of mini stickers with thematic icons are inside all the red planners. Enjoy.


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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class: 5 Reasons to Buy - Video
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a little something different from the iconic German automaker, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. We know that Benz can do rear-wheel-drive sedans, but times change. These days, a smaller, front-wheel-drive sedan with great fuel economy can hold a lot of appeal. Here are five reasons why the all-new CLA might be the best way to get into a brand-new Benz.
Attractive Pricing
Let's get one thing straight: Just because you're shopping for a Mercedes doesn't mean you don't want to save some money. Starting at around $30,000, the turbocharged CLA250 gives you the full Mercedes ownership experience at a fraction of the usual price. That's significantly less than you'll pay for the rear-drive C-Class, which used to be the entry-level Mercedes. You get the same warranty and service as any other Mercedes buyer; you just won't pay a typical Mercedes price for the privilege.
Awesome Fuel Economy
One thing you expect with front-wheel drive is better fuel economy, and the CLA250 doesn't disappoint. Expect an even 30 miles per gallon in mixed driving, including a lofty 38 mpg on the highway. Those are numbers we expect from pint-sized economy cars, not a buttoned-down Benz. To wit, the CLA250 is one tick better than the previous-generation MINI Cooper S, a tiny turbocharged hatchback that returned 37 mpg.
Potent Performance
Even the base CLA250 can definitely get out of its own way. With 208 turbocharged horsepower, it'll sprint to 60 miles per hour in just 6.9 seconds. Not bad for 38 mpg. But there's also the all-wheel-drive CLA45 AMG, which has been boosted to within an inch of its life. How's 355 hp and 0-to-60 in 4.4 sound? If you want a CLA that can embarrass 6-figure supercars, the AMG model's ready to go.
Coupelike Handling
Mercedes actually calls the CLA a coupe, even though it has four doors, but we can see where they're coming from. The CLA is a compact car, first of all, and it's been tuned for sportiness: The steering is quick and direct, and there's hardly any body roll. When you're driving with vigor, the CLA shrinks around you like a sports car. Does that make it a coupe? Nope, but whatever you want to call it, you'll love the way the CLA carves up corners.
Real Luxury Inside
If you're worried that Mercedes cheaped out on the CLA's cabin, don't be. There are plenty of supple surfaces in here, along with some sporty flourishes that make the CLA a more youthful choice. It's a premium car, no doubt about it, and that goes beyond the star on the steering wheel.
AutoTrader Says
Is the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class a real Mercedes? You bet it is, and it's also the most affordable Mercedes. Sounds like a must-drive to us.


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Spills can be classified as either a minor clean-up procedure or a major spill. Minor clean-up procedures do not expose laboratory employees to any additional chemical exposures and should be cleaned up immediately by the laboratory staff wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment.
Major spill clean-up should not be attempted by laboratory personnel.
- For chemical or biological spills, call Security Services at x13 from any University phone. From a cell phone or other non-University phone, dial 275-3333.
- For radiological contamination, call Radiation Safety at x53781.
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- Survey the situation for the potential hazards present before approaching a spill area.
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- Avoid breathing vapors of the spilled material.
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Teniqua Treetops is a tented tree-house resort set in the lush forest along the Garden Route between Knysna and Sedgefield.
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This past week I was at the FFaNY shoe tradeshow seeing customers, fellow sales reps, and other people in the industry. Like most times I'm at a tradeshow, I enjoyed the catching up, seeing what everyone is up to, and reconnecting.
While meeting new people and listening to the goings ons this week, I noticed a lot of people in the industry are still in it, but in different roles. A past shoe salesperson now sells to the salespeople he used to work alongside, other sales representatives are now marketing consultants, some store owners change stores and some leave retail, former designers now focus on importing, and a line founder now looks to be hired in a position she used to hire for. It seems like time and time again I witnessed people on a new path and reinventing themselves.
As I observed these people, I was inspired by their successes. No matter what position they are in now, these people are all making a living and more. These are people who were stiffed by people who owe them money, had the rug pulled from under them, had failed ventures, and who were forced to change paths. Some of them were pretty high up in the ranks when things changed, and some are even higher than they were before. They all have different stories and various things lead them to where they are now. Not all of them have forgiven or forgotten the unexpected circumstances that lead them here. Some chose to evolve, and some rose to the occasion despite their personal preference.
Seeing all these people, who I look up to in one way or another, and realizing it didn't come easy to them really had me reflecting on my own stuff. I've changed paths and am a bit more than uncomfortable in my position post-switch. Don't get me wrong, I love what I do, but starting new and building up a name and resources is not without challenges. As much as I try and keep a positive outlook, it's a battle to do so and there are a lot of down feelings that come along with the perseverance and choice to keep going. But that doesn't mean that my successes and comfort aren't coming. Being in person with others who have been in tough situations and come out of it reminds me there is more still to come. I can only imagine how the details went down for each of them, but I know I'm better off in some ways then they were, so I'm already that much ahead.
It all comes down to choices. We can choose to fall and stay down. We can choose to just take it when someone else trips us up. But no matter whose fault it is or why it happens, we get to choose. We can choose to reinvent ourselves. We can choose to see opportunities. We can choose to make opportunities. It may not be painless or even clear, but I don't know if there are any great stories that don't have something to overcome before the happy ending.
To all of our reinventions yet to come. . .
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The Partisans of Ali The United States is immersed more deeply than ever in the Muslim world's sectarian divide. A five-part series explores the split between Shia and Sunnis, from its origins shortly after the death of Muhammed in the seventh century to the modern-day upheaval in Iraq.
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FAYETTEVILLE – The 25th-ranked Arkansas baseball team is set to open its season with a three-game weekend home series against Appalachian State.
The Razorbacks and Mountaineers are scheduled to play at 3:05 p.m. Friday, 12:05 p.m. Saturday and 1:05 p.m. Sunday in Baum Stadium. To purchase tickets, click here. For the complete set of game notes, clickhere.
No. 25 Arkansas begins its 92nd season of baseball this weekend by hosting Appalachian State. Game times are scheduled for 3:05 p.m. Friday, 12:05 p.m. Saturday and 1:05 p.m. Sunday. Arkansas enters the season ranked in two polls, coming in at 25th in Baseball America and 27th in NCBWA, which ranks 35 teams. The Razorbacks are ranked entering the first game for the third consecutive season and seventh time in the last nine years. Arkansas' roster features 27 student-athletes who have never appeared in a game for the Razorbacks, with 23 newcomers and four coming off a redshirt in 2013. Arkansas' 27 debut players ranks as the highest number in the SEC entering the 2014 season. Arkansas is 43-11 in season openers since the 1960 season and has won 19 in a row. The Feb. 14 start date is the earliest an Arkansas season has opened since 2007, when the Razorbacks' first game was Feb. 2. Arkansas is 245-73-1 (.770) in February since the 1960 season. The Razorbacks were 7-2, including 7-1 at home, in February last season. Arkansas is 8-1-1, 5-0 at home, all-time on Feb. 14, 10-3, 7-1 at home, on Feb. 15 and 9-4, 7-1 at home, on Feb. 16. This weekend marks the first three of 35 games scheduled for Baum Stadium this season. Since the stadium opened in 1996, the Razorbacks are 399-158 (.716). Arkansas was 2nd in average attendance last season, which was the ninth consecutive year the Razorbacks were among the top five nationally in attendance. Junior second baseman Brian Anderson was named second-team preseason All-American by Baseball America and Perfect Game entering the 2014 season. The Razorbacks return 12 lettermen from last year's team that advanced Arkansas to the NCAA Tournament for the 12th consecutive season. Arkansas returns six position starters, including catcher Jake Wise, infielders Eric Fisher, Brian Anderson and Brett McAfee and outfielders Joe Serrano and Tyler Spoon. On the mound, the Razorbacks return six pitchers with experience. Projected opening day starter Jalen Beeks returns after notching a team-high 29 appearances in 2013. Saturday's projected starter, Chris Oliver, has made two starts in his career and earned the win over Alabama A&M in his only start last season.
Arkansas is the preseason No. 25 team in the Baseball America poll and ranked 27th by the NCBWA. Appalachian State is not ranked this week.
Head Coach Dave Van Horn
Dave Van Horn is entering his 12th season as the head coach of the Razorbacks. Coach Van Horn has led Arkansas to three College World Series appearances, 11 NCAA Tournament berths, one SEC overall title and three SEC Western Division titles. Coach Van Horn has a 444-245 (.644) record as the Razorbacks' head coach, averaging more than 40 wins a season. In his career, he has an overall record of 1,029-485 (.680) as a head coach. Coach Van Horn has never faced Appalachian State as the Arkansas skipper. More information on Coach Van Horn is available on page 9.
Arkansas in season openers
The Razorbacks have been successful in season openers, posting a record of 43-11 in the first game of the regular season since the 1960 season. Arkansas has won 19 straight regular season openers, including a 9-1 victory over Western Illinois last season. Arkansas jumped out of the gate, scoring seven runs in the first three innings, and eight of the Razorbacks' nine starters recorded at least one hit. First baseman Eric Fisher plated Arkansas' first three runs by hitting a two-RBI double in the first inning and leading off the third with a solo home run.
Anderson named preseason All-American
Arkansas second baseman Brian Anderson was named a second-team Preseason All-American by Baseball America and Perfect Game this season. He started 59 games last season and earned second-team All-SEC honors. He led the Razorbacks with a .325 batting average and also led the team with 47 runs scored, 68 hits, 12 doubles, five triples, 102 total bases, 41 walks, a .488 slugging percentage and an on-base percentage of .448. In addition, he tied for the team lead with four home runs and added 36 RBI. He ranked third in the SEC in walks, fourth in the conference in triples, fifth in on-base percentage and tied for 10th in runs scored. His three triples in conference play tied for the SEC lead, and he also ranked second with a .472 on-base percentage and third with a .581 slugging percentage against conference opponents.
Six position starters return from 2013
Arkansas returns the majority of its lineup from the 2013 team, which allowed the Razorbacks to advance to the NCAA Tournament for the 12th straight season. Catcher Jake Wise returns behind the plate, and the infield features returners Eric Fisher at first base, Brian Anderson at second base and Brett McAfee at shortstop. In the outfield, left fielder Joe Serrano and right fielder Tyler Spoon are back.
Three Razorbacks ranked among top 100 college MLB prospects
Three members of the Arkansas baseball team have been ranked among Baseball America's top 100 college prospects for the 2014 Major League Baseball Draft. Junior right-handed pitcher Chris Oliver was ranked as the 27th-best prospect, junior infielder/outfielder Brian Anderson was tabbed as the 32nd-best prospect and while junior left-handed pitcher Jalen Beeks was named the 73rd-best prospect. Arkansas' three players on the top 100 college prospects list were tied for the fourth most in the nation. In addition, sophomore left-handed pitcher Colin Poché was ranked as the 52nd-best player in college baseball by College Baseball Daily.
Seven Razorbacks represented on Perfect Game class rankings
The Arkansas baseball team had representatives on each of Perfect Game's top-100 rankings by class released prior to the start of the season. The Razorbacks' only senior, catcher Jake Wise, was 30th among his class. Junior infielder Brian Anderson was 22nd and pitcher Chris Oliver 37th among their class nationally. Pitcher Colin Poche was ranked 15th among the nation's sophomores, and pitcher Trey Killian was 62nd on that list. Two freshmen were included in that class' ranking as well, with pitcher Dominic Taccolini 62nd and outfielder Andrew Benintendi 79th.
Three Razorbacks selected as team captains
The Razorback baseball team features three captains this season. Junior pitcher Jalen Beeks, sophomore outfielder Tyler Spoon and senior catcher Jake Wise were each selected by their teammates as team captains for the 2014 season.
Beeks appeared in a team-high 29 games, all in relief, in his first season as a Razorback in 2013. Beeks posted a 6-2 record with two saves and a 2.20 ERA and allowed less than a hit per inning, giving up 33 hits in 41 innings. Beeks ranked tied for 15th in the SEC in wins and tied for 12th in appearances. In conference games, Beeks compiled a 3-1 record with a 1.83 ERA and held opponents to a .156 batting average.
Spoon earned freshman All-America honors in 2013 after hitting .288 with four homers and a team-high 49 RBI, which ranked eighth in the SEC. Spoon, who was the only Razorback to start all 61 games last season, tied for the team high with 68 hits and was third on the team with seven stolen bases. The Van Buren, Ark., native finished second on the team with 11 multi-RBI games and fourth with 17 multi-hit games. Defensively, he only made one error in 112 chances and had six outfield assists.
Wise was selected as a team captain for the second straight season. Wise appeared in 57 games, including 52 starts, in 2013 and hit .212 with three home runs and 23 RBI. Defensively, Wise threw out 38.5 percent (20-of-52) of the base stealers who tried to run against him. Wise also had a .991 fielding percentage, committing just four errors last season.
Looking ahead
The Arkansas baseball team continues its 10-game season-opening home stand next weekend. The Razorbacks host Eastern Illinois in a three-game series from Feb. 21-23 with game times of 3:05 p.m. Friday and 1:05 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Feb. 28-March 2, Arkansas hosts South Alabama at 3:05 p.m. Friday, 12:05 p.m. Saturday and 1:05 p.m. Sunday. The Razorbacks conclude their home stand against IPFW on Monday, March 3 at 3:05 p.m.
For more information on Arkansas baseball, follow @RazorbackBSB on Twitter.


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|03/31/2013 - 6:40pm
|A few photos on Twitter too
Not video, but @UMichBBall has a few photos on their stream.
Josh Bartelstein the first to cut a piece:
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John Beilein with a new necklace:
|03/31/2013 - 5:00pm
|They emailed student season
They emailed student season ticketholders after Friday's game saying an email would go out with more info Sunday night (tonight) or Monday morning if we made it.
Got my fingers crossed for affordable ones...
|09/03/2011 - 10:25pm
|Drunk CC guy getting so crazy
Drunk CC guy getting so crazy that some of the nonsense words would randomly would be red or green sometimes. This kind humor added to the gameday experience. Did anyone else notice how many times the captioning would list first or second down as "1st & Bo" or "2nd & Bo?"
Video is nice, but frankly, I'd rather have smaller boards with lots of stats on them than a giant video feed without stats. And even when the stats were shown, they were on so briefly I didn't have time to read them all.
|08/30/2011 - 4:17pm
|This is Michigan
These sentiments were the direct foundation for this season's marketing slogan:
|03/04/2011 - 8:51pm
|This game's on YouTube!
I have to admit, I was just over a year old when this game happened. But I have of course heard of the Fab 5 legend (and read the Mitch Albom book about them).
This game was epic, and fortunately, the entire game has been posted on Youtube for prosperity! It is definitely worth watching if you have a spare 2 hours - I was going to do my econ homework two nights ago but found the game and watched. It was definitely an exciting game, and electric to watch the flashes of brilliance from the freshmen. At the same time, they were young players and you could really tell Duke was a more disciplined, well-oiled machine. Michigan was able to get players like Grant Hill in foul trouble, however, and made one hell of a game of it.
So if you have 2 hours, it'd be a good way to get in the spirit for the movie...
Duke at Michigan 12-14-91 Part 1
|01/10/2011 - 6:46pm
|Bacari Alexander is doing
Bacari Alexander is doing great work with the bigs. I love watching Jordan Morgan play down low. He still isn't quite there as far as finishing when there is a lot of traffic and can be overmatched when playing truely large (6'10"+) players, but he knows what it takes and has great awareness.
Also, the whole squad plays hard and plays for keeps. It's a great attitude, and that's half the battle. If they continue to play with such passion, add in the new practice facility and we should continue getting good recruiting classes.
|01/09/2011 - 11:14pm
|I think next season I'm going
I think next season I'm going to have to take my talents to South Beach.
|01/09/2011 - 8:19pm
|This game, particularly the
This game, particularly the first half, was a disgrace to basketball. How Michigan escaped the first half down by only 7 points can only be explained by Kansas also not showing up to play. Shooting was attrocious in the first half, and a big part of that was because of horrid shot selection and inability to run the offense against the pressure of Kansas's defense.
That being said, I'll give the good guys credit for coming back and making a game of it.They certainly had to make some big plays to tie up the game, but there's no question in my mind that if they had played like they did in the last 5 minutes of regulation during even just the second half, we'd be talking about the upset that was, rather than the one that "almost was."
|01/07/2011 - 12:36pm
|01/06/2011 - 11:35pm
|JH doesn't look like he's
JH doesn't look like he's going to Miami now.
Looks like Stanford is going to win out after all.
|01/06/2011 - 7:18pm
|I heard that the new
I heard that the new defensive coordinator will let the defensive players play with these after big 3rd down stops:
|01/06/2011 - 5:33pm
|I already had Twitter, but in
I already had Twitter, but in the last three days I've spent more time on Twitter than I had in the past year as a result of spending hours at a time looking for updates from Daily reporters, TomVH, and the football players
|01/05/2011 - 10:32pm
|Head Coach Tracker: What's the status of DB's mind?
I can't log onto the main page yet, but I think Dave Brandon will keep us up to date on the process with the new Michigan Athletic Department Head Coach Tracker!
|12/24/2010 - 9:55pm
|I'll only get married there
I'll only get married there if I get use of the PA announcer:
"Thank you for being a part of the largest audience watching a wedding anywhere in America today."
|12/19/2010 - 1:14am
|The maize jerseys should
The maize jerseys should always have black shoes and black socks. Can't go wrong with a long pair of maize shorts and some homage to the Fab 5. (I wish the block M's on the shorts today were still this big also.)
Definitely not a fan of the shoes that were worn today. I was, however, a fan of the outcome of the game...
|11/27/2010 - 4:25pm
|I don't really know that the
I don't really know that the pepperoni pizza really works in the Big Ten. But after careful review at the end of the season about flavor, speed of delivery, product quality, and next-day-eatability, he will make a well-informed decision.
|11/27/2010 - 1:55pm
|After his first punt attempt,
After his first punt attempt, I'm pulling for the 50-yard Tate punt...
|11/27/2010 - 1:54pm
|The defense is playing as
The defense is playing as well as I can reasonably expect of them. It's still not a Michigan-caliber defense, but if it weren't for the offensive turnovers and special teams attrocity this would be a different game.
|11/12/2010 - 3:44pm
|T-Woolf's Ankle Status Update
Fortunately, Woolfolk is giving us the "inside my ankle" breakdown, complete with this new x-ray. Boy, all of those screws don't look pleasant at all, and I thought the little pins I had put into my finger last fall were painful...
|10/31/2010 - 11:12am
|I got to explain to the
I got to explain to the people I was watching with all about MGoBlog and Lloyd Brady and then I was going to text my roommate something along the lines of (OMG DID YOU SEE LLOYD BRADY?!). I pulled out my phone, and he had already sent me "omg lloyd brady!"
I was amazed ESPN was able to find him at a road game like they did. I almost wonder if someone from their camera crew or something reads MGoBlog...
|10/08/2010 - 9:23pm
|I was wearing the 2009
I was wearing the 2009 student season shirt for all of the home games. Now that we have reached 5-0 and are facing our first real test of the Big Ten season, it's time for me to break out the 2010 shirt. Today I wore the '09, tomorrow I wear the '10, thus symbolizing the transformation of the team and of course the rebirth of Denard, aka Dreadlock Jesus.
|10/06/2010 - 10:53am
|Johnny Adams will be the
Johnny Adams will be the biggest asshat on the field. Win or lose, he will perform at minimum three celebrations which could be considered excessive or unnecessary during the course of the game.
|09/19/2010 - 3:41pm
|Play Clock Hits 0
I think the play clock situation calls for a little song...
|09/15/2010 - 8:49am
|From my friend who travelled to the game
(A rollercoaster finish ending in a Wolverine victory can do that to you)
|09/12/2010 - 6:14pm
|Yes, best to use these next
Yes, best to use these next two games to get the running game going. Imagine how difficult it would be to defend an attack where on any given snap, it could be a Denard pass, a crazy Denard run, or a hand-off to Smith or Shaw. Defensive coordinators would get Denarded just thinking about it!
|09/12/2010 - 12:17pm
|He did commit to ND this
He did commit to ND this summer. I'm hoping yesterday makes him question the decision.
|09/12/2010 - 12:13pm
|He does have a decent leg --
He does have a decent leg -- that 50 yard punt last year was beautiful...
|09/11/2010 - 8:51pm
|The pre-emptive ball toss on
The pre-emptive ball toss on the non-touchdown call was infuriating. Marshall did the same thing last night, and the refs didn't notice it then either. Hopefully the NCAA will be taking a closer look at it after two unclassy tosses went uncalled this weekend. There's a lot to be said for the way UM plays. They aren't playing without emotion, but nothing excessive, nothing unsportsmanlike. The play has ended, and they just prepare for the next.
|09/11/2010 - 7:36pm
|I've never been more
I've never been more exhausted from watching other people play football in my entire life. Rest assured we had a stereo + singing student rendition of "The Victors" here on the 4th floor of West Quad! Go Blue!