February 20, 2010 6:23 a.m. EST STORY HIGHLIGHTS * Security forces strike after receiving a tip that militants were hiding in Shawal region * General: Many of the militants there are hiding in caves and heavily forested areas * The Shawal region is a rugged and mountainous area along the Afghan border * Police chief killed, eight injured in suicide attack in northwest Pakistan Islamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- Thirty militants were killed in airstrikes targeting hideouts in Pakistan's tribal region Saturday, the Pakistan army's spokesman said. Security forces launched the airstrikes after receiving a tip that militants were hiding in the Shawal region of South Waziristan, Maj. Gen. Athar Abbas said The Shawal region is a rugged and mountainous area along the Afghan border where militants escaped to after the military launched its offensive against the Taliban in South Waziristan last October, Abbas said. Many of the militants are hiding in caves and heavily forested areas, according to Abbas, and local residents revealed the location of the militant hideout. "It's a local intelligence network which is expanding in the area," Abbas said. Abbas said many of the estimated 8,000 militants in South Waziristan when the offensive was launched are either on the run or are hiding. "They have dispersed all over the place and around 700 have been killed," he said. "The militants from the heartland have come back to their own area. They're in disarray and disorganized." Meanwhile, a police chief was killed and eight people injured when suicide bombers attacked police stations Saturday morning in northwest Pakistan, authorities said. The first attack happened when a suicide bomber blew himself up at the Balakot police station, said Malik Meerbaz Khan, Balakot administrative chief. A police chief was killed and three people were injured, authorities said. Another attacker targeted a police station in the city of Mansehra, but police killed him before he detonated his jacket, according to Tasleem Khan, Mansehra district deputy administrative chief. At least five police officers were hospitalized when the attacker threw a hand grenade first. "They neutralized him. They shot him in the head. Had they not done that, we could all imagine the casualties," Syed Imtiaz Altaf of the North West Frontier Province police told reporters in a televised news conference. "These coward acts, they are not going to deter or in any way soften the resolve of the police. Every time the police sacrifice their lives, the resolve of the police gets stronger." Both Balakot and Mansehra are in Mansehra district, which is 62 miles (100 km) north of the federal capital of Islamabad. … [Read more...]
Sunday Eye Candy – Special
It wasn’t the “perfect storm,” but the run that allowed Dale Earnhardt Jr. to go from 10th to second in the final laps of the Feb. 14 Daytona 500 was close..so for your loyal support and since he has a good chance of winning today - here ya go!!! … [Read more...]
Facebook Do’s and Don’ts When Dating
Relationships are not always easy. Infact, they can be down right impossible to deal with at times. With all the things in this world that help complicate relationships, who would have thought we needed something more? It’s called Facebook. Facebook can be the creator of some relationships, and it can also be the absolute demise of some relationships. Girls are especially prone to stalking over this horrible “friends” network, which gives most men a huge mess to deal with in the end. In most cases, Facebook has been known to cause unnecessary drama and friction to most relationships. If you and your girl are seemingly having problems due to Facebook, it is probably because of one of these ten reasons. The Friends She Doesn’t Know She looks through your friend list and notices that you are friends with a lot of girls she doesn’t know, much less even recognize. Inappropriate Links Every guy has that token guy friend that all your girlfriends, past and the present just hate. He’s the one that your girlfriend dislikes when you hangout, because you always seem to make bad decisions when he is around. This same friend is also the guy that always posts those naughty links to “Hottest College Girls”, “Playboy’s Top 10”, “Naked and Barely Legal” and then makes comments attached to the links that reads, “Hey man, thought one of these girls looks like that chick you boned last summer!” Un-tagging Pictures This may seem innocent to you, but to her, un-tagging yourself from a photo that she tagged you in means that you don’t want people to know she’s your girlfriend, especially if the picture was of you and her. You may just think you looked bad, but she is going to assume you are ashamed of your relationship with her, or you want to appear to be single. Status Changes Your status says, “Going to dominate poker tonight, and then hitting up the bars!” When you specifically told her the reason you couldn’t get together was because you were at home sick. Picture Tagging It can either be a random chick or some girl that you happen to be friends with, tags you in a picture where you are clearly intoxicated and have your arms wrapped around some other girl. Friend Stalking She notices that one of your friends, who she is not friends with, happens to have a public page. She frequents this page almost everyday until she sees the one comment you left about your crazy night before, somehow catching you in a lie. Your Ex Your ex is still a friend on Facebook and continues to send you pokes, messages, bumper stickers, constantly “likes” everything you do on your page, and even still goes out of her way to tag old pictures of you two. Finding Out Your Password Some girls just flat out ask the guy they are dating for their password and login, and the guys just hand it over. Not smart. Other guys log onto their account on her computer and forget to logout of the account when they’re done, therefore bringing up their page … [Read more...]
Why Guys Cheat on Hot Women
Some men can't stay faithful, even when they're already with gorgeous partners. Here is a closer look at this baffling behavior. When we found out that Tiger Woods has had affairs, it was hard not to wonder if he'd lost his mind. What reason could there be for him to risk losing his wife, the smoking-hot former model Elin Nordegren? Although we don't know the behind-the-scenes details of their marriage, infidelity experts say it's not surprising that guys like Tiger indulge in sideline action. As it turns out, the reasons guys are unfaithful are rarely about the sex itself, but because cheating fuels a deep psychological need. "Several factors make some men more likely to stray, even if they are dating or married to a beautiful woman," says Don-David Lusterman, Ph.D., author of Infidelity: A Survival Guide. The first factor at work is the man's level of success. Guys in high-profile, powerful positions — such as celebrities, athletes, business executives, and politicians — often have a sense of superiority and entitlement. "These guys have achieved a certain status, and bedding several attractive women further reinforces it in their mind," says Lusterman. Moreover, these men are constantly on the road, away from their girlfriends and wives. At the same time, their prominence attracts a slew of attractive women who offer no-strings-attached sex. "They may have a wonderful partner waiting at home, but the situation they're in, coupled with their role of pursuer, makes it that much easier to cheat," adds Lusterman. But celebs aren't the only snakes. Plenty of regular guys are unfaithful too, especially when their backgrounds condone it. Many two-timers come from chauvinistic cultures or families where their fathers cheated. "There are internal blueprints (created by watching our parents) that make cheating more of an option for some guys," according to Dr. Debbie Magids, author of All the Good Ones Aren't Taken. Also, men who were ignored as children often develop deep trust issues, which can make long-term relationships really difficult. "Chronic cheating is rooted in an emotional emptiness that can give people the need to feel constantly desired," she says. Then there are guys whose bad behavior is actually a mental disorder. Sex addicts, for example, are so enslaved to the rush of sexual activity that they have affairs, visit prostitutes, and consume porn almost continually. "Ironically, many of them have happy relationships and feel guilty for cheating, but they can't stop," says Lusterman. Someone with narcissistic personality disorder, on the other hand, can't resist the temptation because he is obsessed with being adored. Guys who have such extreme compulsions need psychiatric help. But just because a guy fits some of the other categories doesn't mean he'll automatically cheat. "It's important to pay attention to the warning signs, but whether a man will stray or not boils down to his level of honesty within the relationship and his loyalty … [Read more...]
The Player: Hold A Woman's Attention
Many men labor under the misapprehension that the most difficult aspect of flirting is the initial approach. And while one can always sweat and obsess over the intimidating prospect of walking up to a woman and saying “hi,” the deciding factor is the interaction that immediately follows. The importance of a first impression cannot be understated, and if you wish to score a victory, you must not only grab her attention, you must also hold a woman’s attention. Believe it or not, this is where the vast majority of encounters fall apart for men. Up to this point, they’ve managed to net the requisite eye contact and body language from across the room, received a boost of confidence from a few encouraging smiles, and have now embarked upon the actual conversation. They figure they’re golden -- they relax. And before they know it, the woman has thanked them for the drink and disappeared into the crowd. What happened? Well, it doesn’t have to happen. And the way to avoid this is to learn how to hold a woman’s attention. Find a good conversational spot It’s impossible to form a connection when screaming in her ear over the driving music or attempting to have a one-on-one conversation amid a sea of shoulders. If you’ve successfully snagged her interest at the start, take the initiative and lead her to a place where the two of you can talk in a more agreeable setting. Make sure you first establish a positive foundation after a few minutes though; a woman will be more likely to agree to this if she actually wants to learn more about you. The bottom line is that in order to hold a woman’s attention you must leave the crushing crowd and discussion-destroying music as far behind as possible. This shows you’re interested in more than her body, that you find her interesting and enjoy speaking with her, and that you respect and appreciate good communication. And if things go well during this “separation phase,” it’s that much easier to take the next step. Maintain eye contact If you ask women, they will say that a lack of eye contact has become a serious issue these days. I attribute this to the electronic age in which everyone, even adults, can only seem to stare at the tips of their sneakers and mumble. Texting doesn’t help communication skills, people. And after you’ve finally mustered the courage to speak to that exquisite bombshell who's been dominating the dance floor, you had best look into those beautiful eyes when you first begin the discussion. Now, you don’t have to stare into her eyes for minutes on end -- there’s a fine line between attentive and maniacal -- but always make sure to meet her gaze on a continual basis. Women don’t seem to have this problem, but let’s not forget that eye contact has a lot to do with confidence, and it’s rarely the woman who endures these trials at the club. Admit it, ladies. The Player has three more tips to help you hold a woman’s attention… Ask leading questions Interviewers … [Read more...]
That One Program Unveils Custom Social Media Platform
CYBERSPACE — Beginning in March each paysite within That One Program’s network will transform into an interactive niche-based social media network. “For over a year we have all heard the phrase ‘adapt or die,’” said 3xTom of ThatOneProgram.com. “We decided it was time to adapt and thrive. I don't believe it's possible to overstate the impact social media has had in online entertainment. It is now the No.1 online activity. Strip the search engines out and every one of the top websites in the world are social media based.” The company said that the new social network will highlight models’ content and their respective niches while integrating membership and other guest models. “This is a fully integrated hybrid between a paysite, Wordpress, YouTube and Myspace or Facebook,” 3xTom said. “It's dynamic, exciting, incorporates multiple live experiences and it’s social.” That One Program will launch a new network every 45 days beginning with online performer Trisha Uptown’s on March 5. For more information, email tomleach@thatoneemail.com. … [Read more...]
