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MAXimum comfort and efficiency: Our first 737 MAX 9 takes flight
This week, we became the first North American carrier to operate the fuel efficient Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft. The brand new plane entered service as United flight 686 between our hub at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Orlando International Airport in Florida. On Thursday, the MAX operated flights between Houston and Anchorage, Alaska and Houston and Austin, Texas.
"The Boeing 737 MAX is a great addition to United's fleet, providing approximately 14 percent fuel efficiency compared to previous 737 generations and an improved customer experience onboard," said Rodney Cox, vice president of United's Houston operation. "As we begin the busy summer travel season, Houston is happy to be home for United's first MAX aircraft, as we launch initial 737 MAX service from here, and later this month, add MAX service on flights from Houston to L.A., Sacramento and Tampa."
To celebrate our newest and "youngest" aircraft, we gifted 737 MileagePlus miles to all of our youngest MileagePlus members (members age 18 and under) who departed from Houston on one of our MAX flights on Thursday. All customers on our first MAX flights from Houston received first flight certificates, travel cases and headphones to commemorate their trip on our newest aircraft.
In April, we took delivery of our first Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft from Boeing Delivery Center in Seattle, and unveiled a new livery for the fuel-efficient aircraft. The curved-line feature on the 737MAX is similar to that used on our fuel-efficient widebody Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
In February, we announced the addition of a new aircraft type, the Boeing 737 MAX 9, to our domestic flight schedules and are the first U.S. carrier to take delivery of this aircraft. The MAX 9 features Boeing's Advanced Technology winglets and fuel efficient engines providing a quieter ride, the ability to fly farther on less fuel and significant reductions of CO2 emissions compared to older generation aircraft. With a longer range than previous 737 models, United is able to operate the 737 MAX between Houston and Anchorage, Alaska, which previously needed to be served with larger aircraft. United expects to have 10 737 MAX aircraft in its fleet by the end of this year.
The MAX 9 aircraft are now operating between our Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport and five cities, including Anchorage, Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale, San Diego and Austin. Beginning June 29, we expect to add additional MAX 9 flights between Houston Airport and Los Angeles International Airport, as well as service between Los Angeles and Honolulu. See the full schedule here.
"The addition of the MAX 9 furthers our efforts to become a more efficient and productive airline. It has better fuel efficiency, lower maintenance costs and does all of this while maximizing customer comfort," said United's Chief Financial Officer Andrew Levy.
The Boeing 737 MAX 9 features 179 seats, providing customers with access to in-seat power outlets and the opportunity to purchase satellite Wi-Fi. United Private Screening personal device entertainment will be available throughout the aircraft and enables customers to play thousands of hours of movies and television programs on their electronic devices.
The 737 MAX utilizes Viasat next-generation satellite Wi-Fi, providing access to faster, more reliable internet connections gate to gate. United will expand Viasat Wi-Fi to more than 70 aircraft, including at least 58 new 737 MAX planes over the next three years.
For more information on the Boeing 737 Max 9 and its features, visit United Newsroom.
Discover Kansas City: The City of Fountains
To those unfamiliar with the Missouri metropolis, Kansas City might call to mind a few associations: Barbecue. Jazz. The fact that there's another, smaller Kansas City in Kansas (it's all part of the same metro area…yeah, we were confused, too). And while it absolutely has all those things, it also boasts wide boulevards, world-class art and really good tacos. Here's everything you need to add to your agenda on a visit to the vibrant Midwestern hot spot.
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Make a wish at one of the many, many fountains
If you notice an abundance of water features around town, that's because K.C. has, oh, 200 of them. (Its official nickname is The City of Fountains.) Among the most notable are the equestrian-themed J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain (built by a French sculptor in 1910) and the Henry Wollman Bloch Fountain in front of Union Station, whose 232 concentric water jets put on an ever-changing display.
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Get artsy
Spend an afternoon wandering the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, notable for, among other things, distinctive architecture, an extensive Asian art collection and a sculpture garden that includes four giant badminton shuttlecocks. The nearby Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art houses more than 700 works from artists like Jasper Johns, Helen Frankenthaler and Frank Stella. You'll find an extra dose of culture throughout the city through October 28, thanks to Open Spaces, the city's newly inaugurated biennial arts festival.
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Drink like a local
Fun fact: Kansas City famously said "nah, we're good" to Prohibition, so drinking is effectively part of the city's cultural fabric. Take a tour at Boulevard Brewing; beer geeks should be sure to sample the complex, extra-boozy pours from the Smokestack Series. If spirits are your jam, head to J. Rieger & Co., a legendary pre-Prohibition distillery that was resurrected in 2010 (with help from a descendant of J. Rieger himself), for whiskey, gin, vodka and Caffe Amaro (a bittersweet coffee liqueur).
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Soak up the city's jazz past (and present)
Thanks in part to its unique, nightclub-friendly status in the '20s and '30s (see above), and heavyweights like K.C. native Charlie Parker, the city boasts a rich musical history, much of it centered around the 18th and Vine neighborhood. Pay homage at the Charlie Parker memorial and the American Jazz Museum, then catch a live show at the Blue Room (inside the museum) or the Green Lady Lounge.
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Check out City Market
There are farmers' markets, and then there's this massive institution, which has been operating as a hub for local vendors since 1857. Along with a bounty of produce and flowers from nearby farms, you'll find dozens of eateries ranging from Ethiopian to Brazilian. It also shares the space with a surprising tenant: the Arabia Steamboat Museum, which showcases 200 tons of artifacts salvaged from an 1856 shipwreck in the Missouri River.
Eat barbecue
Anthony Bourdain called Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que one of the 13 places you need to eat before you die. The legendary spot—located in a gas station—is famous for its burnt ends and Z-man sandwich (brisket, Provolone and onion rings). For a new-school take on smoked meat, check out Q39, where the chef taps both his classical culinary training and years on the barbecue competition circuit to perfect dishes like a burnt-end burger and house-made chipotle sausage.
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…And not barbecue
Feast on globally influenced small plates (think gochujang-dressed cauliflower and duck confit with za'atar) at The Antler Room, opened by a husband-and-wife team who brought their far-flung restaurant training back to their hometown. If the weather's nice, grab a seat on the patio at Gram & Dun for creative cocktails and comfort food with a twist like Asian pig "wings" with sake-soy glaze or loaded baked potato gnocchi. Also of note? The town's serious Mexican food scene. Order a whole wood-fired chicken at El Pollo Rey or walk into any of the great taquerias clustered around Southwest Boulevard.
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Take a stroll in Swope Park
At 1,805 acres, the city's largest green space is more than twice the size of NYC's Central Park, and houses the Kansas City Zoo, a gorgeous outdoor amphitheater that presents Broadway shows and concerts, a zip-line adventure course, soccer pitches (where both the men's and women's pro teams train), a wildlife rehabilitation center and miles of hiking trails and picnicking spots.
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Explore the Crossroads Arts District
Creatives flock to this historic neighborhood, filled with galleries, design shops and buzzy restaurants. If you can, time your visit for the first Friday of the month, when you'll find pop-up parties at galleries and shops, live performers on every corner and food trucks galore. Also in the area is the gorgeous Kaufmann Center for the Performing Arts, should you wish to cap your evening off with some ballet, symphony or opera.
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Where to eat and drink in Salem
While Salem, Massachusetts will be forever famous for its 1692 witch trials—and the associated spooky attractions that always make the streets quite crowded this time of year—its culinary scene is starting to become an attraction unto itself. Here are the beverage spots, bakeries, and restaurants to check out next time you're in town.
The Roof at Hotel Salem
Today is the day. We will be open 2-11! #wayup \Roof Salem
When the mid-century modern Hotel Salem opened recently, it had a draw for locals, too: Salem's first-ever roof deck, with views of the harbor, church steeples, and historic rooftops for miles around. Open at least through the end of October (request a blanket from a host if you get chilly), the open-air lounge keeps the warm weather vibes going with a mostly Mexican-inspired food and drink menu, including margaritas and tacos. In colder months, retreat downstairs for a double burger from the open-concept lunch and dinner bar, Counter.
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With its flashy atmosphere (graffiti-lined walls, more than a dozen colorful paper umbrellas hanging from the rafters) and bold Asian street food menu, Kokeshi is nothing if not vibrant. Head here for surprising starters like an octopus hot dog sprinkled with daikon slaw and comforting bowls of rice noodles and ramen, including the Colonel Sanders, topped with fried chicken. If you're more in the mood for pizza, take note that the owners also serve perfectly crispy-chewy Neapolitan pies at their other spot, Bambolina.
Ledger Restaurant & Bar
One of the favorites from last summer is back on the menu. Wood fire grilled carrots, house made herbed ricotta, maple, urfa, toasted pecans, chervil. \Ledger Restaurant
A circa-1818 former savings bank found new life recently when chef-owner Matt O'Neil oversaw its thoughtful renovation into a gleaming restaurant space. Rustic touches like exposed original brick, a wall of repurposed deposit boxes, and a long, wooden communal table sit alongside more polished elements, including a sweeping open kitchen with a custom wood-fire grill and a dramatic, oversized chandelier over the bar. The menu has a new-New England vibe, with seasonal, locally sourced sides like cornbread and succotash, and hearty mains like a Berkshire pork chop with marinated peaches.
Life Alive
The Thinker salad mindfully composed exquisite red bell pepper tahini dressed baby kale with paper thin Winter Moon Root radishes pistachios green olives & marinated mushrooms.Life Alive Organic Cafe
Long before "plant-based" was a buzz-phrase and juice bars were popping up by the minute in downtowns everywhere, Life Alive was spreading its version of veggie love in the Boston area in the form of nutrient-packed smoothies, salads, and grain bowls (try the Goddess, with ginger shoyu sauce and sprouted legumes). Now four shops strong, including an outpost in Salem, this casual, organic cafe serves up the type of clean eats you'd expect to find at pricey yoga retreat.
Far from The Tree Hard Cider
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When you need a break from the witch museums and haunted graveyard tours, retreat to Far from the Tree's decidedly more mellow taproom. Pull up a stool in the rustic indoor space or perch on a picnic table on the patio outside, and sample hard ciders that run the gamut from off-dry heritage blends and Citra-hopped versions to out-there creations such as the limited edition Ecotoplasm, a bright green sipper spiked with jalapeno and green pepper out just in time for Halloween.
Notch Brewing
Voll Projekt Festbier on tap today for our annual Oktoberfest. \Notch Brewing
Not that we're recommending it, but if you insist on drinking by the bootfull, these are the kind of beers you want to reach for. This ahead-of-the-curve session brewer specializes in low-abv German and Czech-style lagers and ales, like the signature "session IPA" Left of the Dial and even more quaffable pale ale Zwickel. In between rounds of Skee-Ball in the taproom, also check out Notch's Voll Projekt, the a new foray into full-strength brews.
A&J King Artisan Bakers
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Master makers of all things crusty and buttery, artisan bakers Jackie and Andy King have earned themselves cult culinary status in this city—one croissant at a time. Stop by their original location or recently opened second bakery for a flaky apple tart or cinnamon bun, then fill your arms with as many rustic loaves of sourdough and baguettes as you can possibly tote home.
Caramel Patisserie
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French-born and clasically-trained pastry chef Dimitri Vallier makes some of the best treats in town—apparent by one glance at his picture-perfect pastry case. His elegant sweets, including Paris-brest eclairs and triangles of caramel mousse with poached pears are simply transportive. The only sign you're still in Salem? Alongside more traditional almond and rose macarons, you'll also find orange and black ones, too.
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Introducing travel experiences with PlacePass
Now that you've booked your flight, it's time to start planning out your trip itinerary. With so many options and endless websites to research, it can be a taxing task to take on. And if you're planning activities for everyone involved, it can be even more difficult to balance out the right amount of fun with the right number of touristy sites to visit.
With so many things to experience, research shows that travelers are seeking bespoke, local recommendations when it comes to planning their vacation itinerary. From activities like skip-the-line passes to museums, walking tours, water activities and more, our partnership with PlacePass provides top-rated recommendations when it comes to planning out your next trip. With over 100,000 travel experiences, you're sure to find something to do whether you're planning a family vacation, a trip with friends or tacking on a few extra days to your business trip.
To start, enter in your destination to browse categories of activities specific to that location. Activities are categorized by "most popular," "food and drinks," "family fun," "wine country" and more for nearly every destination we fly to, making it easy to find what you're looking for or discover new things to do.
`qOur partnership with PlacePass is one of the ways we're bring more personalized experiences to our customers. As a leading technology solutions provider, PlacePass leads the way in bringing travelers in-destination experiences. Look out for more enhancements to our partnership early next year.
9 things to do in Maui for families
With 120 miles of shoreline and 80 beaches in hues ranging from eggshell to ebony, there would be plenty for families to love about Maui, even if you didn't factor in the fascinating volcanic crater at Haleakala National Park. Here are nine fun-filled ways for your family to say Aloha to Maui.
Gaze into a volcano
Haleakala National Park is a literal high point of a visit to Maui: rising 10,000 feet above sea level, it's the world's largest dormant volcano. (If you plan to go before 7 a.m. to watch the sunrise, be sure to make a reservation ahead of time.) Once you've gazed into the crater and taken in the views over the entire island, there's plenty to explore in the otherworldly park filled with fascinating rock formations. Bring a jacket (it can be chilly up there) and stop at the ranger station as soon as you arrive for a free Junior Ranger Activity Booklet. Kids can complete the fun games based on sights around the park. Return to the ranger station when they're done and they'll be sworn in as Junior Rangers, complete with a plastic badge, the ultimate souvenir of a day up spent up in the clouds.
Take a flowery scavenger hunt
While you're Up Country, amid the lush green slopes of Haleakala, visit the lovely and fragrant Alii Kula Lavender Farm. A free scavenger hunt will keep keikei (kids) busy wandering through the flowers and fruit trees — the reward for finishing is complimentary lavender cookies. Parents will love the gorgeous views and a relaxing stroll through the colorful grounds.
Pet a goat
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Near the lavender garden is another Up Country family highlight: Surfing Goat Dairy. The goats don't actually surf unfortunately, but you can feed and pet them, and even sign up for a late afternoon milking tour to really get hands on.
Enjoy an authentic luau
You'll want to arrive early for the popular Old Lahaina Luau, when traditional artisans demonstrate crafts such as palm weaving and wood carving, and your family can learn how to hula and play traditional instruments. The luau kicks off with the unveiling of the kalua pig that roasts all day in an underground pit, then the night unfolds as the sun sets, with live musicians and dozens of costumed dancers. Expect a massive, all-inclusive buffet where you can sample local tastes such as poi, pork, and poke, plus kid-palate friendly items including fried rice and barbecued "Moa" chicken.
Go on a whale watching tour
Hit the seas with the marine biologists at Pacific Whale Foundation during humpback whale season, November through April, when nearly 10,000 of the mammoth mammals travel from Alaska to mate and give birth in the warm Hawaiian waters. Spotting a car-size tail shooting out of the water or witnessing an acrobatic out-of-water breach is the kind of spectacle your kids will remember for a long while, and PWF even offers a Jr. Naturalist Program for kids on their sailings.
See sharks at the aquarium
Are your kids not ready for a boat adventure but still want to see amazing sea life? The Maui Ocean Center has a colorful Living Reef exhibit where you can spot unique swimmers like Hawaii's state fish, the humuhumu nukunuku apuaa. You can also see sea turtles, visit touch tanks, and walk through a 750,000 gallon tank filled with sharks.
Soak up the sun at Kaanapali Beach
There's a beach for every mood on Maui, and of them Kaanapali is a top spot for families, especially the section just south of Black Rock — a landmark where a torch is lit and a diver plunges into the sea at sunset every night. Rent snorkel equipment and within seconds you'll spot tropical fish. Grab a bite to eat at the open-air Whaler's Village shopping center that has access right from the beach walkway. Plan to stay in the quieter area of North Kaanapali, north of Black Rock, where the Westin Nanea Ocean Villas offers multi-bedroom suites with full kitchens and washer dryers, a fabulous lagoon pool, cultural activities, a kids club, and communal grills where you can make an easy stay-in dinner for the family.
Explore the largest Banyan Tree
The historic town of Lahaina is filled with original buildings from the 1800s when it was a bustling whaling town. The biggest attention grabber for kids is the massive, 60-foot high banyan tree (the largest in the United States), which has branches that extend across an entire block. There's always shade under the tree, making it the perfect spot to savor a tropical syrup-infused shave ice from one of the shops nearby.
Take a road trip
The Road to Hana is legendary: 50 miles of hairpin turns and one lane bridges that test a driver's mettle, even without a car full of kids who might succumb to motion sickness. Instead of plunging down the entire drive, turn it into a road trip exploration that suits your family. Going just a third of the drive (less than an hour without stops), you can have lunch in the funky beach town of Paia (kids love the pizza at Flatbreads), watch the windsurfers at Hookipa Beach, feel the cooling spray at Twin Falls, take a mini hike at Waikamoi Ridge Trail, and stop to see the colorful painted eucalyptus and enjoy some fresh fruit at Garden of Eden. Then turn around and head back to the beach.
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Fun and spooky travel destinations for Halloween
For many people, Halloween travel typically involves a stroll around the neighborhood with the kids as they go trick-or-treating, or perhaps a drive across the city to a costume party. But for adventurous travelers who are searching for genuine thrills and chills on October 31st, a trip to one of these seven destinations is the perfect way to celebrate the spookiest day of the year.
Sleepy Hollow
Washington Irving's classic story "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" tells the eerie tale of an unlucky schoolteacher who encounters a pumpkin-headed phantom while walking through the woods at night. In actuality, the fictional town of Sleepy Hollow is based on the real-life village of Tarrytown, New York. Every October, the residents of Tarrytown pay tribute to Irving's fable with a series of family-friendly events that attract visitors from far and wide. This year's celebration includes a spooky cemetery tour, an elaborate haunted hayride, vintage horror movies at the historic Tarrytown Music Hall and a possible visit from the Headless Horseman himself.
New Orleans Haunted History Tour
New Orleans is widely considered the ghost capital of the United States, and for very good reason. Founded as a French colony in 1718, the city has a rich history of attracting immigrants from Spain, Africa and Haiti, each of whom brought with them a unique set of superstitions and religious practices. Today, voodoo rituals, vampire legends and zombie tales abound in The Big Easy, and the best way to experience them is by taking one of the popular Haunted History Tours. Choose between the classic ghost tour, the haunted pub crawl, the creepy cemetery stroll and the authentic voodoo tour.
The Stanley Hotel
Nestled amid the glorious Rocky Mountains of Colorado, the beautiful Stanley Hotel is the real-life inspiration for Stephen King's terrifying bestseller "The Shining." In 1974, King and his wife Tabitha spent a night at The Stanley and quickly discovered that they were the only guests in the entire hotel. This sparked the author's fiendish imagination, and he began outlining the novel's chilling plot that same evening. Though he changed its name to The Overlook Hotel for the book, The Stanley remains the true setting. Today, fans of "The Shining" can celebrate Halloween at the hotel with a series of horror-themed events, including a murder mystery dinner, a lavish masquerade party and an official Shining Ball.
The Paris Catacombs
Throughout much of its history, Paris has been known as the City of Lights. Yet beneath its lovely streets, a more accurate description would be the City of Bones. That's because the skeletal remains of more than 6 million bodies are buried in the network of underground tunnels and narrow passages that wind their way below Paris. Since it was first opened to the public in 1874, this macabre labyrinth has become one of the most popular attractions in all of Europe. Catering to demand, a variety of catacomb tours are available for travelers who want to explore the hidden world of the dead.
Poenari Castle
Perched high on a cliff in the Arefu village of Romania, this atmospheric castle is considered by many to be the original home of Count Dracula himself. In reality, it was an imposing stone fortress belonging to the infamous warlord Vlad the Impaler, who was the inspiration for Bram Stoker's legendary vampire character. Built at the beginning of the 13th century, Poenari Castle is in a state of perpetual ruin, yet tours are still available to brave souls who are willing to climb the 1400 steps to reach its crumbling citadel.
Newgrange Tomb
The first people to celebrate Halloween (then known as the Festival of Samhain) were the ancient Druids of Ireland, so a trip to this 5,200-year old Druid tomb in Ireland's Boyne Valley is the perfect place to spend the holiday. Constructed during the Neolithic period by Stone Age farmers, Newgrange consists of a massive circular mound divided by a long stone passageway and filled with multiple burial chambers. According to Irish folklore, it was believed to be the dwelling of a god called Dagda, who wielded a massive club that was capable of raising the dead. Tours of the prehistoric monument are available to the public.
Loch Ness
If you've ever dreamed of coming face to face with a genuine monster, why not spend this Halloween searching for aquatic sea creatures in Scotland? The legendary beast, affectionately nicknamed Nessie, was first spotted in the freshwater Loch as far back as the 6th century AD. Since then, there have been countless sightings, but aside from a handful of grainy photos, no actual proof has been captured. So grab a camera and reserve a seat on the Jacobite Loch Ness Tour. You just might be the one to prove its existence, once and for all!
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Celebrating Girls in Aviation Day
We are proud to work with Women in Aviation so that together we can help break down barriers and promote inclusion while also inspiring a future generation of aviation leaders that includes women.
We kicked off Girls in Aviation Day by bringing in young women from Girls Inc. to meet a group of our female pilots and to try the flight simulators at our new flight training center in Denver.
We are continuously working to build a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, which is why we are excited to hold Girls in Aviation Day events in a record number of 12 locations around the world. Through this event in Denver and the other events held across the globe, we are working to engage girls as they begin to think about their own futures so we can ensure a strong future of women in the industry.
Cuba: A city filled with culture and heart
Each week we will profile one of our employee's adventures across the globe, featuring a new location for every employee's story. Follow along every week to learn more about their travel experiences.
By Remote Reservations Sales and Service Representative Susie Grisley
My favorite travel experience was visiting the beautiful city of Havana, Cuba. My strong curiosity persisted when the U.S. and Cuban governments finally agreed to cooperate on U.S. citizens traveling to this previously forbidden place. Reviewing the documents, I learned we could go in under the "Humanitarian" category, as the borders had not been opened to come and go as any American pleased. A group of us gathered, including some of my Boston-based colleagues and my three sons. We purchased a ton of toys and goodies for the children of Cuba.
Upon arriving in this fortress of deteriorating concrete, old buildings and damaged structures, we found an amazing city full of culture and heart. The Cuban people were glowing with an unmatched happiness and welcomed us with open arms. They were friendly, hospitable and very excited to see us, the Americans. They are extremely proud of their city, which despite the broken sidewalks and crumbling walls, was insanely beautiful. The colorful buildings and the colorful working vintage Chevys are among the amazing things to see. They are so proud of their old cars. Out of necessity, they have learned to work on their own cars with very simple tools. If the car breaks down while driving, they simply get out, open the hood, twist and bang and get it running as they know how to do. No one honks at them if they are in the road. This is just their way. The insides of the cars are simple, yet they maintain them as their prized possessions. They all, however, have music! They love driving proudly through the streets in their shiny old cars with music pouring out the open windows. Riding in many of them, each "taxi" was a new experience of its own.
Despite the gorgeous architecture and the classic cars, it truly was heart-warming getting to mingle with the Cuban people and learning their way of life. They are a beautiful people with beautiful, happy hearts ready to greet every American.
When it came time to hand out toys and gifts, we carried our toy bag through the streets, and it was apparent to us the children did not live with much. The delight and smiles on their faces were unimaginable. Their gratitude was evident, and my only regret was that we did not have enough for every child we saw. I thought my heart would explode at their excitement and appreciation.
Havana, Cuba is a travel must. It is an unbelievable place with an unbelievable story.
I left Cuba with a new realization of what it is like to live in a closed nation. I found a vibrant society of happy people full of fun, music and culture. I came home with a love of Havana and its people forever in my heart.
It was a trip of a life time and an experience we will never forget.
7 family-friendly activities to celebrate fall
Ask someone to name their favorite thing about fall and you'll likely get a different answer depending on where they live. For many people, the mosaic of vibrantly colored leaves and foliage is what defines the months of September through mid-December. Others find the scent of autumnal spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and turmeric is what makes the fall so special. And for some, it's the cooler temperatures that make being outside even more enjoyable. Plus, fall is full of fun activities no matter where you are — from pumpkin patches and apple picking to watching football and enjoying a bowl of chili. All of these things, and more, make the fall so magical. To help you celebrate the season, here are seven fall-themed activities to try this year.
Go apple picking
Apple picking combines outdoor fun with delicious and healthy snacks that can be used in a variety of ways, making it the perfect fall activity for adults and children of all ages.. Though you'll find countless orchards around the country worth visiting this season, New England is widely considered a prime apple picking destination with over 120 varieties found in the region. It can be argued that the variety they are best known for is the McIntosh apple. This type of apple and many more can be found at Honey Pot Hill Orchards in the lovely town of Stow, Massachusetts, so be sure to stop in and take home a bushel that you pluck from the trees yourself. Picking times are from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. daily, making it easy to schedule a trip.
Meanwhile in California, apple season runs until the end of November, giving you plenty of time to pick a few baskets of Red Delicious or Gala apples before winter. Riley's at Los Rios Rancho in the city of Yucaipa is one of the largest farms of its kind in Southern California and has been welcoming apple pickers to their 10,000-tree farm for more than 100 years. If you're considering a visit, you might want to plan to be there on November 23, since that's when they're hosting their famous Apple Butter Festival this year.
Visit a pumpkin patch
If there was a fall mascot, it would be a pumpkin, so to celebrate the true essence of the season, it's hard to beat a trip to a colorful pumpkin patch. A pumpkin patch is more than just a place to find the perfect candidate for this year's prize-winning jack-o'-lantern, it's a wonderful way to create cherished new memories with your children or friends. The Great Pumpkin Farm in Clarence, New York, is perfect for pumpkin picking, but also offers weekend activities throughout the fall, including scarecrow making lessons, cider brewing demonstrations, pumpkin pie eating contests, and live music and barbecues.
If you're traveling through the Midwest this season, hop aboard a vintage farm wagon at Polly's Pumpkin Patch in Chilton, Wisconsin, and make your way out into their scenic fields where you can pick as many pumpkins as you want for only $3 each. Other activities at Polly's include a livestock petting zoo, a 40-foot slide and a popular corn cannon that lets older kids launch corn cobs at targets for cash prizes.
Enjoy a harvest festival
An annual tradition in America that dates back to 1613, harvest festivals are outdoor celebrations that coincide with the growing and reaping seasons we all enjoy. Filled with food, fun, music and dance, you haven't truly experienced the wonder of the fall season until you've participated in a local harvest fest. The good news is that there are plenty to choose from around the country this year. Two of the most popular are the Autumn at the Arboretum festival in Dallas, Texas, which runs until October 31, and the incredible North Carolina Pecan Harvest Festival in Whiteville, North Carolina, which ends on November 3. Both of these festivals have been drawing huge crowds for years.
For a harvest fest that's slightly spookier, head to Wisconsin where you'll find the classic Jack O' Lantern Days celebration in the cozy town of Fish Creek, and the Halloween-themed Zombie Days festival on the coast of Chequamegon Bay. Ghoulish activities include an undead musical show, a zombie pub crawl and a traditional harvest festival pumpkin parade. The scary fun lasts from October 26 through October 27.
Hit the trails
Hiking is more than just great exercise; it's an excellent way to bring the whole family together during the fall. And since the leaves are changing colors, it's also a great way to snap some incredible nature photos. So lace up your hiking boots, grab your kids and your camera, and find a trail that's right for you. If you're looking for suggestions, Sterling Point Trail in Vermont and Rome Point Trail in Rhode Island are impossible to beat when it comes to picturesque fall hiking.
On the opposite side of the country, the trails at Dry Creek Falls in Portland, Oregon, were voted one of the most photogenic hiking spots on the west coast by BuzzFeed, and it's easy to see why once you've been there. Covering a distance of just over 4 miles, this beautiful trail is perfect for all skill levels, making it a solid choice for families with kids.
Roll in the hay
Hayrides and corn mazes are traditional fall activities that have never gone out of style, and for very good reason. There's just something wonderfully nostalgic about introducing a new generation of children to the simple pleasures of wandering through an overgrown corn maze, and with so many participating farms scattered across the country, there's a plethora of options to choose from. The Johnny Appleseed corn maze at Shady Brook Farm in Yardley, Pennsylvania, and the popular horse-drawn hayride at Papa's Pumpkin Patch in Bismarck, North Dakota, are two of the best.
In honor of Halloween, the massive haunted hayride at Fear Farm in Phoenix, Arizona, brings an assortment of ghosts, goblins and ghouls to life from early October until the first week in November. Filled with sinister special effects, creepy costumes and macabre makeup, this Hollywood-worthy hayride is recommended for adults and children over the age of 12. With five terrifying corn mazes to choose from, Fear Farm certainly lives up to its name!
Up, up and away
Hot air ballooning during the fall is a dazzling way to experience the season in all its natural splendor. After all, how else can you get a spectacular birds-eye view of the colorful trees as their leaves change from green to golden orange? Balloons Over Letchworth, located near New York's Letchworth State Park, offers astonishing views of the surrounding area, including majestic waterfalls and stunning forests. Best of all, they offer a variety of family tour packages, so you'll find just what you're looking for, regardless of the size of your group.
If you're visiting Southern California's wine region this fall, reserve a balloon ride with the fine folks at California Dreamin'. Their friendly FAA commercial licensed pilots will take you and your family on an unforgettable balloon voyage high above the vineyards of Temecula wine country.
Pitch a tent
Though typically associated with summer, in many ways the fall is truly the best time of year to go camping. Thanks to the cooler weather, there are few — if any — insects to bother you and your family. Plus, there are less people claiming all the best spots, so you should have no problem picking a prime location to pitch your tent. And when it comes to toasting marshmallow for s'mores over an open campfire, everyone agrees that they simply taste better when eaten on a brisk autumn night.
For the ultimate fall camping trip, book a spot at Earth First Farms in southwest Michigan and set up your tent in an actual organic apple orchard. The 49-acre farm provides campers with complimentary firewood and plenty of fresh produce to pick.
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It was an unusual sight: a flame on a plane -- but that's exactly what passengers on a flight from Boston to Chicago witnessed as we transported the very special cargo on July 18. The flame was enclosed in a secure lantern and accompanied by a Special Olympic athlete and two Guardians of the Flame – members of a group of more than 100,000 law enforcement officers whose role is to protect and ensure the delivery of the Special Olympics Flame wherever it travels.
This wasn't just any flame, however; it was the Special Olympics' Flame of Hope, the flame which lit the Eternal Flame of Hope to kick off Special Olympics' 50th anniversary celebration Friday morning.
CEO Oscar Munoz, General Counsel and EVP Brett Hart; and Community Affairs VP Sharon Grant, along with many employees and customers, greeted the Flame upon arrival to O'Hare International Airport, where it was presented to local Guardians of the Flame.
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Marmot Optima Gore-Tex® PacLite® Jacket - Waterproof (For Men)
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About Marmot Optima Gore-Tex® PacLite® Jacket - Waterproof (For Men)
Closeouts. Take the Marmot Optima Gore-Tex® PacLite® jacket with you when the weather doesn't look so optimal. This ultralight, packable shell will keep you playing hard through the worst of conditions.
- 2-Layer Gore-Tex® PacLite® waterproof breathable shell ensures durable waterproof, windproof and breathable protection
- PacLite® is Gore's lightest most-packable waterproof breathable technology
- Fully seam sealed for complete waterproof protection
- Adjustable hood with reinforced brim
- Full-zip front with interior storm flap keeps wind out and warmth in
- Watertight chest pocket
- Covered PitZips for ventilation
- Zip hand pockets with touch-fasten flap
- Touch-fasten adjustable cuffs
- Drawcord hem
- Waterproof rating: 28,000mm
- Breathable rating: 15,000
- Made in China , Viet Nam
- Visit our Waterproof Guide
- Cannot ship to Australia
- Cannot ship to New Zealand
Specs about Marmot Optima Gore-Tex® PacLite® Jacket - Waterproof (For Men)
- Waterproof materials: Gore-Tex® PacLite® waterproof breathable membrane
- Seam sealed: Full
- Pit zips
- Closure: YKK®,Zipper
- Zipper: Right
- Length: 28" (based on size large)
- Fabric: 100% polyester
- Care: Machine wash, tumble dry
- Total weight: 14 oz.
- Made in China , Viet Nam
- Visit our Waterproof Guide
- Cannot ship to Australia
- Cannot ship to New Zealand
Marmot Men's Size Chart
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4.690298 5 Overall Rating: 4.7 Based on 268 reviews
Most Helpful 5-Star Review
Perfect lightweight shell
Reviewed by rainman from shasta lake, ca on Saturday, March 17, 2012
very lightweight, waterproof, windproof jacket good for almost everything. If its really cold you definetely need an insulated layer. For how thin it is i use it a lot with just a shirt in blasting rain and i never get that cold wetness feel i get with other lightweight rain jackets, your not really... Read More
Keeps ypu dry!Reviewed by Coach from Michigan on Saturday, October 20, 20184 Season Jacket if you layer. Worn it on the field for practice in the rain. Sheds water as GorTex should. I've worn it on a scooter in a rain/hail storm. I was dry from the waist up. I'm 6' 212 XL still fits with a down layer underneath.
Great ValueVerified Buyer Reviewed by Eric from Montana on Friday, October 12, 2018I rely on this whenever I need to know I will be dry as it is Gore-Tex. Great for layering and a great fit. Can't beat the value offered by STP on this product.
Great ValueVerified Buyer Reviewed by Eric from Montana on Friday, October 12, 2018I rely on this whenever I need to know I will be dry as it is Gore-Tex. Great for layering and a great fit. Can't beat the value offered by STP on this product.
Great ValueVerified Buyer Reviewed by Eric from Montana on Friday, October 12, 2018I rely on this whenever I need to know I will be dry as it is Gore-Tex. Great for layering and a great fit. Can't beat the value offered by STP on this product.
Marmot OptimaVerified Buyer Reviewed by AlpeMoney from NYC on Wednesday, October 3, 2018Great Gore lite jacket. Was initially skeptical about using Gore lite but it works great for summer/autumn and is lighter and packs smaller then regular Gore while being plenty for wind / rain. Nice quality sewing and green color to boot
As expectedVerified Buyer Reviewed by 906fisherman from Michigan on Wednesday, October 3, 2018Only have had the opportunity to wear the jacket 2 days in mild to moderate Midwest fall rain. Was 30 degrees out (on a boat) so had to layer up but jacket keep water and wind out better than my Helly Hansen. Had decided to switch to all gore-Tex after getting soaked earlier this fall in previous mentioned jacket and this jacket performed as expected. 5'8" 160# muscular build, fits great with room to layer but not too baggy/boxy when worn with just a light shirt underneath.
Outstanding quality and value!Verified Buyer Reviewed by Charles in B-Town from Bloomington, IN on Sunday, August 19, 2018Actually, this is my second purchase of this product. The one I bought in 2013 is a different color and XL size. In the past year and a half, I have lost 75 lbs so I have decided to downsize to Large, which still allows me to wear a light vest and/or sweater underneath for layering if necessary. I have also downsized my shirt size from XL to L to M. The original jacket I have still works very well under wet, cold, or windy conditions and packs very compactly for travel. The manufacturing quality and design (especially of the integrated hood and pockets and sleeves) is perfect for me. Marmot no longer produces this model, but the equivalent model (the Marmot Minimalist) gets the highest reviews and praise on other sites. It also costs a significant amount more than the Optima version available from Sierra Trading Post.
Great Jacket.Great Fit.Verified Buyer Reviewed by John Blutarsky from Iowa on Tuesday, July 31, 2018Super Gore Tex jacket at a reasonable price. It shed water and kept me dry during a downpour of biblical proportions. It's a bit small/narrow in the waist. A two-way zipper would have fixed that one downside.
worth the waitReviewed by Far East Traveler from Missouri/S. Korea on Friday, July 20, 2018Took a little while to get it but STP came through in the end with upgrading the shipping to ensure it got to me on time. The product is perfect. I'm 5'6 and 156 lbs with a broad build up top so finding things to fit comfortably without looking like a large bag can be difficult. This jacket fits me well, looks great, and is completely water proofed. Only had to compete with some lite rain but I feel confident it will keep up with the heavy stuff. Great jacket, I think I may have finally found my forever jacket.
Marmot Optima JacketVerified Buyer Reviewed by Joe from New Zealand on Monday, July 9, 2018This Marmot Jacket is the 2nd I've owned, wore the 1st one out. Really good value and being lightweight, but still breathable and totally waterproof, is fantastic! Highly recommended
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"Does it have an inside pocket?"
No it doesn't but I find the external pocket, adjacent to the main zip, is both generous in size and waterproof
"So is this the old version of minimalist jacket that it leaks and does not really provide waterproof?"
This jacket is 100% waterproof. It is not listed as minimalist.
I'm kinda new this so I really have no idea but I have used it and it works good light rain.
Mine has not leaked. Although, I have not had it in a driving rain yet.
"What is the difference between Marmot Minimalist and Marmot Optima Gore-tex??
Is the optima an older version of minimalist?"
Optima is the previous version of the Minimalist.
So is this the old version of minimalist jacket that it leaks and does not really provide waterproof?
very personal
"Does this jacket bottom hem dip down in the back?"
No. The hem is the same all the way around the jacket. It's a good jacket.
The hem is the same in the back as in the front. If you click on the additional images you can view the back of the product.
"Does this jacket provide enough free movement to play golf with it? Also, can the hood be folded up so as not to gather rain if u don't have it up?"
Generally, I would say it does have enough free movement to play golf in, depending on the build of the purchaser and the size purchased. No, the hood cannot be stowed away.
I do not golf, but I do fly fish in it sometimes, and have had no problems with arm mobility. The hood doesn't have a folding system, but when the jacket is zipped to the top, it does close it off by keeping it tight to the back of your head, keeping water from dumping in. I'm sure you could rig something up to fold it or tuck it into the back of your jacket.
I believe it would be ok for golf, although it is of different, "crisper" material than golf specific jackets. The hood will fold flat against the back, but will not stow away.
Although I have not actually played golf in this jacket, the fit is slightly more snug than other rain jackets made by Marmot (such as the Precip jacket, which I replaced with the Optima). I think I would find it slightly more confining for golf. I actually like my Optima more than my Precip, despite its snugger fit. However, I bought it for hiking rather than playing golf. Regarding the hood, it does not fold up. Having said that, why would you have need of a hood if you intended to wear it folded-up when it's raining?
This item has decent freedom of movement.
I'm not a golfer, but I've never felt like there was a lack of articulation in the arms and have no problem reaching overhead with it on – so I figure it would be fine for golfing.
You can kind of scrunch the hood up a little bit so that it's less likely to get water inside the hood, but it doesn't have a pocket for the hood to go into. So, if it's raining more than a drizzle I just go hood up.
This jacket is really light weight and great quality. Gortex also. Got jacket for my son. Do not think hood will be a problem. My son wore it in Florida. I think it rolls up
"Does this jacket have a 2-way zipper?"
it doesn't have one. it should have one but i don't think its a bog deal, at least not for me. i wish it had a loop to hang it though. i had to sew one on. great coat for the money. i was just in portland over the weekend and it rained a few days and the coat worked very well.
No it does not.
Nope. Single zipper - the bottom of the coat is always closed if the jacket is zipped. I'm 5'7, about average build, and have a medium, and I've never missed being able to unzip the bottom.
As a sidenote, there is a button snap next to the bottom of the zipper, to hold the rain flap closed. Not relavant to your question, but might be helpful for someone else in the future.
no, it does not
It does not have a two-way zipper. Having said that, the jacket is short enough that I do not really NEED a two-way zipper; i.e. when I am driving in the car, the jacket is short enough to not bind when I am seated. I have two longer Marmot jackets that DO have two-way zippers, but I NEED them due to their added length. Suggest you measure your length when seated to see how long you are from top of zipper to top of your lap. If the jacket length is shorter than that, you should be fine. My experience is that Marmot does a fine job of designing their jackets, and that's why I buy them.
No it does not have a two way zipler, but I do like the jacket.
No, unfortunately. But I would still recommend this jacket.
no, just one regular zipper
I do not think so. Bought it for my son. He loves his jacket. Very sleek in black
Nope. 3 x 1-way pockets at left chest, lower right & left
This item does not have a 2-way zipper.
"Does it make as much noise as the precip? Looking to do some nature photography and don't want tonmake too much noise"
Don't know anything about the precip, bu I wouldn't use this raincoat for hunting, so therefore I guess not a good choice for photography. Does make a little noise when you move. Maybe check out some hunting raincoats (cabela's?)
I have two of them. They are Same as each other but i prefer optima to use at mountain
I don't have much experience with the Precip, and I don't really have a need to be quiet, but it does have a more shell like material that is quieter than the kind of material the precip uses.
No, it is much quieter. If you're on a bike, it "flaps" a bit. But it's nothing like the Precip, not crinkly in the same way.
Photographer here as well. No experience with the Precip, but this coat does make a little noise as you move - that crinkling "folded blue tarp" sound. Personally I think it's quiet enough if you're stationary and only really moving your arms to photograph - but if you need to be absolutely silent (i.e. birds), you might want to look at a softshell instead.....
This jacket does not make a lot of noise. It was apparently designed with an emphasis on light weight and precip protection, so it's not as quiet as some hunting jackets designed for stalking, But, if it's raining outside, I don't think many critters will hear this jacket.
In my opinion, the Optima is not nearly as noisy as the Precip. I'm happy, because I that's why I did not buy another Precip when it finally wore out. You should be very happy with yours, as I was with mine.
"it does not say in the discription but does the marmot optima jacket have the same angel wing movement as their other jackets?"
We have 3 of these jackets and I wouldn't have kept buying them if the fit was constricting. I think this jacket does have the angel wing cut. Check out the description of the jacket on some other sites and I think it may be stated.
Not sure what you mean by angle wing, but the jacket has excellent movement in the shoulders with room to wear an undergarment when the weather is cold. I normally wear a large in Marmot jackets and this jacket has the necessary extra room for good movement while maintaining proper fit.
Sorry, Eric, I don't have other Marmot jackets with this "angel wing" movement you mention. Perhaps you are referring to whether the sleeves are extra wide at the top? If so, it seems like the sleeves are just right, but not like "wings," and allow for layering (a thin, ultralight down vest was worn with this recently, and the jacket fit just fine). Bought this for my husband, and he likes it a lot. It's more beefy than the Marmot Precip line, and it seems like it will be a great lightweight raincoat.
Yes, free radial movement in arms like their other gear, great rain jacket.
Not having any other Marmot jackets I can't say. The fit is snug, but I've not found it confining.
"Does the Marmot Optima accept other Marmot zip-in liner jackets? All or only certain ones?"
No it does not accept zip-in liner jackets. It is just a light rain shell.
No. It does not have an interior zipper for a liner.
There is one zipper on the Marmot Optima and does not appear a zip-in would work. Its a great shell over a down sweater or fleece.
"what is better about this as compared to the preclip? Will it last longer?
The pre-clip didn't have a great life.
the seam sealing on the optima is better….being gore-tex. it will offer better protection from the elements. the fabric on the optima is also thicker and just seems like it is better quality. i have only had the chance to wear the jacket a few times but have been very happy with it.
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a) I need 2 versions of the logo. 1 version for white backgrounds and 1 version for black backgrounds. Those logos must look good as watermark for photos as well.
b) The logo must be similar to the attached file "[url removed, login to view]", however, the orange color must be replaced by some color similar to the Iphone Rose Gold ([url removed, login to view])
c) The name of the brand is "Lu Lins" (Photography) and it must be at the right side of the logo image. The word "Photography" can be smaller, so it won't take too much space.
2) Design a business card for the photographer.
a) I will want 2 versions of the business card. 1 with a black background and 1 with a white background. I like the business cards of the attached file "2 - business [url removed, login to view]".
3) Files
a) I will need the original project's files and fonts. (.ai, .eps, .psd, .png)
b) I will need separated files for the logo's image in the following sizes and formats: 16x16, 32x32, 48x48 , 64x64 (.ico, .png)
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In other news, the unoffcial recount apparently shows Murphy gaining votes, but the retabulation failed to meet the deadline and the original retabulation results will be the ones submitted. The West camp is not conceding yet as they hope to claim some 'emergency' to continue to recount. But given the fact that no good foundation exists and the fact that Murphy gained votes in the recount, will make this an uphill battle.
Election officials missed a deadline Sunday to report results of a two-day recount in GOP Rep. Allen West's race to remain in Congress, apparently sealing unofficial results giving the win to Democrat Patrick Murphy.
St. Lucie County did not meet a noon cutoff to finish processing 37,379 ballots cast early in the District 18 congressional election. Under Florida law, previously submitted results favoring Murphy will be certified unless an emergency exemption is granted by the state.
Source: Faux News
Allen West knows not when to call it quits
West's camp, however, said it has no intention of conceding and that Gov. Rick Scott and Secretary of State Ken Detzner "will have to take a look at these recounts," West campaign manager Tim Edson said.
Yes, please have the SOS of Florida decide the race…
Preliminary numbers released around 2 p.m. by the canvassing board show West, R-Palm Beach Gardens, with 52,704 votes in St. Lucie County and Murphy with 65,841. The state Division of Elections website this afternoon lists Murphy the winner with 50.28 to West's 49.7 — a spread of 0.58 percent — when the St. Lucie totals are added to those of Martin County and the parts of Palm Beach County that are within District 18.
Source: Palm Beach Post
Previous count in St Lucie showed:
Allen B. West 52672 44.39% Patrick Murphy 65567 55.26%
Looks like it is all over…
On the Free Republic a commenter ironically asks "How come that the rats always gain votes in a recount?", obviously forgetting that in the previous recount Allen West gained votes.
What a short memory people have…


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Certain celebrities are generous enough to provide constant entertainment to us plebeians. Although one can never knock Lindsay Lohan and Amanda Bynes from that group's pinnacle, Michael Vick does his best to carry the sports world's crown.
We've battled through a few weeks of the soap-opera musings about where the relationship between Vick and Eagles coach Andy Reid stands, but I knew Vick had really again arrived into the public consciousness when my wife expressed outrage over the fact that Vick had a new dog. That news must have been on Facebook.
A quick Googling of "Michael Vick new dog" actually proved that news was everywhere, complete with all the feigned outrage you would expect.
News on the sports pages has been more concerned about whether Vick would even play this week. Since the Eagles' loss to the Falcons last Sunday, we've gone from Reid thinking about benching Vick to Reid has wanted to bench Vick for a year to Reid is definitely going to bench Vick to Reid releasing a statement saying that he isn't benching Vick.
Seeing as releasing statements about who will play quarterback for your team is not NFL standard operating practice, just doing that was enough to say that there is something to this story.
One can't blame Reid for having such thoughts. The Eagles are 3-4 and those three wins have only come by a combined four points. Vick is completing only 59 percent of his passes, has thrown just nine touchdowns, and is averaging over an interception per game by tossing eight of those.
That might not be so bad if Vick's legs — his biggest claim to fame before the ASPCA got involved — were still carrying the load. His rushing skills, however, are fading a bit. He has still shown mobility, running for a respectable 247 yards, but he is falling from the elite as youngsters Robert Griffin III (476) and Cam Newton (310) are doing that part of the job even better.
Vick still would be good enough if his legs were carrying him to the end zone. They have done that only once, though, something even Ryan Tannehill, Christian Ponder and Carson Palmer have accomplished.
Those numbers obviously give Reid mild cause to mull over his QB situation, but it's a real serious situation for fantasy owners. Vick averaged out as a fourth-round draft pick going into the season, making him one of the key acquisitions for any team. One can stumble through with Vick if he is still playing and hope for his rushing skills to add enough extra points to keep one competitive, but it's really tough to amass points if he lands on the bench.
Fantasy concerns aside (easy for me, Vick isn't on my team), the Eagles probably do need a new quarterback. The team has good offensive weapons with running back LeSean McCoy and receivers DeSean Jackson and Jeremy Maclin. A competent QB should be turning those pieces into more points.
Philadelphia gets a good chance to do that tomorrow night against the New Orleans Saints and their last-ranked defense (more than 50 yards clear of their nearest competitor, too). That at least means you can feel good about starting Vick this week. If he doesn't perform well, though, it's time to pick up Nick Foles.
Though the numbers vary widely, it seems safe to say that between 30 million and 35 million people play fantasy football. In this season of political power and attempted solidarity, we should band together and use some of the power inherent in such a number.
Oh, I don't care who you vote for, but if enough of us put a bug in NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's ear, maybe we can get him to whack his gavel (you know he owns one) and declare that the Kansas City Chiefs have to let Jamaal Charles play for another team.
Charles showed his skills back in September when he averaged 7.1 yards per carry while rushing 33 times to rack up 233 yards against the Saints. A couple weeks later, he lugged the ball 31 times to get 140 times against the Ravens.
Not coincidentally, the New Orleans game is the single contest K.C. has won and the Baltimore contest was only a three-point loss, the only other time the Chiefs have finished a game within 10 points of their opponent.
In the rest of those blowouts, Charles has not even hit 90 yards and has had four outings of less than 40. This shouldn't be surprising on a team that has a Cassel-versus-Quinn quarterback controversy and a coach that is a castoff from the ever-successful Cleveland Browns, but it's still a shame that his talent is wasted.
And if you are unlucky enough to own Charles, it is true that whatever week you decide to bench him will be the game that he breaks out again.
It is inevitable that one overpays for one's favorite players, which means local leagues end up awash with overpriced Patriots.
There also seems to be one owner who always ends up with more of those local heroes than anyone else. If this happens to be you, you have realized it this week as you try to work around the locals' bye week.
Let it be a warning for next year that his is a pitfall one must look out for.
When Michael Vick, above, reemerged with the Eagles in 2010, he threw 21 touchdowns and only six interceptions, while rushing for another nine touchdowns. Last season those numbers dropped to 18, 14 and 1 and things aren't looking better this season. It seems only a matter of time before Philadelphia moves on to the future.
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Based on the story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. (Title is not provided in the strips.) For about the first half of the strip's run, beginning with "The Cask of Jamaica Rum" in issue #2, Mike Sekowsky pencilled the original newspaper strips, and then later Gil Kane plus perhaps Joe Giella, ghosting for Frank Giacoia.


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Survey: Teens fear failing in STEM careers
An American Society for Quality (ASQ) survey indicates that 46 percent of teens are afraid of taking risks or failing. The fear of failure, ASQ believes, may turn students away from a STEM career because of their awareness of a higher potential risk involved in those careers.
While 95 percent of teens agree that risk-taking is required for innovation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics - or STEM - careers, 46 percent say they are afraid to fail or uncomfortable taking risks to solve problems, according to an American Society for Quality (ASQ) survey conducted by Kelton Global.
The survey, which was fielded in January in advance of National Engineers Week Feb. 17-23, reveals that students' pressure to succeed may be driven by parents, of which 81 percent say they are uncomfortable if their child does not perform well in sports, extracurricular activities or social situations. Of those parents, 73 percent say they feel uncomfortable when their child gets bad grades.
While nearly half of students are afraid or uncomfortable about failing, Cheryl Birdsong-Dyer, an ASQ member and professional process engineer, said failing - and more importantly, trying again - is a pivotal skill in problem solving.
"If one does not take risk, they risk not solving the problem," she said. "As educators, professionals and leaders we need to reinforce to teens that every failure is an opportunity to learn and grow.
"Teaching teens that it is OK to take risks and sometimes fail will build their confidence and ultimately their knowledge base of science, technology, engineering and math," she said.
Birdsong-Dyer is one of 14,000 engineers who are members of ASQ. ASQ provides engineers and professionals in other STEM-related careers the quality tools to help them succeed.
According to the survey, 88 percent of students say they feel the pressure to succeed, of which 71 percent say failing a class make them feel they have not succeeded. Seventy-eight percent of girls feel unsuccessful when they fail a class, compared to 64 percent of boys. Other reasons teens feel like they have fallen short in achievement include:
- Nailing a test - 62 percent
- Not making the honor roll - 37 percent
- Not making a sports team - 35 percent
- Not being accepted into a club - 25 percent
- Not being popular - 24 percent
Girls more afraid to fail
When faced with a difficult problem to solve, only 11 percent of students are happy because they enjoy solving problems, according to the survey results. Fifty-eight percent of girls say they feel uncomfortable or afraid when facing a difficult problem in school. In comparison, only 34 percent of boys feel uncomfortable or afraid when asked to solve challenging schoolwork.
Quality professionals, such as engineers, work in an environment full of risk. They use quality tools to mitigate risk and boost creativity and innovation needed to solve challenging problems. As a result, engineers and other quality professionals are uniquely positioned to mentor students, according to ASQ CEO Paul Borawski.
"We need to teach today's students how to take risks and fail so they feel comfortable when faced with challenging work," Borawski said. "If students are going to cure the next deadly disease, solve the energy crisis or end world hunger, they have to be prepared to fail and learn from those failures."
Problem-solving 101
Nearly all of the students surveyed - 98 percent - say they have learned some problem-solving skills. Of those, 27 percent say they learn these skills from teachers at school.
Other areas of influence include:
- Technology (computer games, Internet, video games) - 22 percent
- Parents - 20 percent
- Friends - 17 percent
- Sports teams - 6 percent
Help wanted: Risk-taking required
Being afraid to take risks may steer teens away from choosing a STEM career. Ninety-five percent of teens surveyed agree that risk-taking is imperative to solve problems for jobs, especially in STEM-related fields like a scientist (66 percent), doctor (55 percent), or engineer (51 percent).
In contrast, teens feel the following careers need fewer risk-taking skills:
- Lawyer - 47 percent
- Computer programmer - 44 percent
- Teacher - 41 percent
- Entrepreneur - 41 percent
- Accountant - 17 percent
Maturity matters
According to the survey results, older teens understand that certain professions require more risk taking. In fact, 58 percent of teens ages 16-17 know that a doctor needs to take chances to solve problems compared to half ages 12-15.
Fifty-four percent of teens 16-17 know engineers need risk-taking skills to solve problems, whereas only 46 percent of youth 12-15 know that.
Older teens also are more likely to feel challenged by problem-solving in a positive way, than the younger students (43% vs. 34%).
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
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PEMBROKE, GA --Police in coastal Georgia say a toddler has died after being attacked by seven dogs.
Bryan County Sheriff Clyde Smith tells the Savannah Morning News the 18-month-old girl was mauled in the yard Wednesday evening by dogs her family owned. Authorities say the unidentified girl's grandmother was asleep when she heard a commotion and saw the girl being attacked as she looked out of her window.
Authorities say the dogs, pit bulls and pit bull mixes, have been euthanized by Bryan County Animal Control.
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The Sports Xchange
Madison Square Garden stock plummets with Lin gone
New York Knicks officials and the casual fan may have had trouble gauging Jeremy Lin's value to the Knicks, but the stock market makes it pretty clear Lin was quite an asset.
Since the Knicks declined to match the Rockets offer sheet, letting Lin go to Houston, Madison Square Garden stock has dropped $93 million, according to CNBC sports business reporter Darren Rovell.
The rise and fall of MSG's stock has closely followed the rise and fall of Linsanity.
When Lin made his first start for the Knicks Feb. 6, MSG shares traded at $29.49. On July 5, the stock had risen more than 30 percent up to $38.80. Since then, as reports that Lin might leave the Knicks increased, shares have dropped to $35.50, an 8.5 percent fall.
Because of the luxury tax the Knicks would have had to pay in the third year of Lin's contract if they decided to match the Rockets' offer, it was estimated the Knicks would have had to pay $50 million to retain Lin. That seems like a lot, until you follow the stock-market path of MSG stock during Lin's time with the Knicks.
When Lin made his first start for the Knicks in early February, there was a media stir and MSG stock rose slowly and incrementally for a few days.
But when Linsanity began to take hold in mid-February, the stock spiked dramatically, according to the New York Observer.
The stock remained high in March when Lin was injured, when there was little thought that Lin would be anywhere but in New York next season.
But on July 5, the very day that reports surfaced that Lin had agreed to terms on an offer sheet with the Rockets, the stock began dropping, and it has been falling ever since.
It was noteworthy that 150 media members attended Lin's official introduction to the Houston media this week. That was considerably more than attended the introductory media conferences when either Roger Clemens or Andy Pettitte joined the Houston Astros.


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VANCOUVER – Tim Thomas acknowledged it as recently as after his thrilling performance in the Bruins' season-saving Game 6 victory last Monday.
The Bruins goaltender had just stopped 36 of 38 shots in the Bruins' 5-2 win. Asked about possibly getting comfortable with a big lead, Thomas pointed out that the Bruins haven't had the best experiences with 3-0 leads.
"Even during the regular season a couple times this year," he quipped.
And that, folks is one of the biggest reasons the 2010-11 Bruins are now Stanley Cup champions. Except when they got sick of answering the same questions over and over throughout this season – and then when they were matched up with Philadelphia in this year's second round and again grabbed a 3-0 series lead – the Bruins never shied away from what was one of the biggest collapses in professional sports postseason history.
Sure, about half the roster turned over from the time the Bruins finished squandering their 3-0 lead to the Flyers in the spring of 2010 until they opened this year's postseason as the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference.
But the core remained because general manager Peter Chiarelli and the rest of the Bruins' brass believed in the star power they had assembled. Thomas (who was second string and, you can argue, a different player last year than this), Patrice Bergeron, Zdeno Chara, Mark Recchi, Dennis Seidenberg and others all carried the scars of last spring with them throughout this year. And instead of shunning the past, they embraced it.
Basically, once you've blown a 3-0 series lead, and become just the third team in NHL history and fourth in sports history to do so, nothing worse can happen to an athlete or a team. That was rock bottom, so all the injuries, all the questionable officiating and league-office decisions, all the travel obstacles and media overreaction to every loss or bad play couldn't possibly sink any of the Bruins from last year's team any lower.
Chiarelli didn't explode the team in reaction to the collapse, and the Bruins to a man found out that practically nothing could kill them. A 2-0 lead heading on the road to Montreal? No problem. A two-goal deficit in Game 4 in Montreal? Piece of cake. A late goal by P.K. Subban in Game 7, a two-goal deficit in Game 2 in Philly, a blown three-goal lead to Tampa Bay in Game 4? Come on, those are kryptonite to mere mortals, not to survivors of the Bruins' crash of 2010.
"Somebody said you have to learn how to lose before you learn how to win. And I think that that's the case here," said assistant coach Geoff Ward, proving that when he's allowed to speak he has some sage words to offer. "You look at the group. It's a great group of guys. They took the loss and internalized it last year to Philadelphia. I think that put us through a lot of down points this year. There's a little bit of a different look this year. Especially when you got down 2-0 to Montreal, 2-0 here, the guys embraced it. They weren't afraid of it. As a result we were able to get ourselves back."
Battling the highest-scoring team in the NHL, the Presidents' Trophy-winning Vancouver Canucks in the Stanley Cup Final could've been a challenge too large for even the most resilient band of Bruins. Again Boston found itself down 2-0 in a series and then the Bruins were down 3-2 as well.
That's when the graduates of the school of 2010 hard knocks tossed up their proverbial caps and gowns and made sure redemption was the only result for the 2010-11 Bruins. Recchi, Bergeron, Chara, Conn Smythe-winner Thomas … they all spearheaded the drought-ended Cup triumph.
"We were committed," said Recchi, who had added to the Bruins' devotion to redemption by letting his teammates know he would end his career if they could help him win the Cup. "We play our best when our backs are against the wall and Game 6 and Game 7 showed that. We scored that first goal and it was huge."
Even if they allowed the first goal in Game 7, it's doubtful these Bruins would've been counted out. A one-goal deficit is like cutting butter with an axe for a Teflon team like the Bruins.
You can't erase history. And that's the point the Bruins made all season. All they could do was make new history.
Thomas doesn't have to worry about 3-0 leads or any other things that have tarnished his or the Bruins' recent resume. Now all anyone will ever want to talk about with his or his teammates is ending a 39-year drought.