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Similarly, the importance of ceremonial pipe-smoking as a major diplomatic ritual is clearly discernible from the prominent, central placement of a large pipe crested with feathers and red cloth...
...another reason Toyota is on track for a record fiscal year. In its first half, the six months ending Sept. 30, global revenues rose 8% to $75.4 billion, and profits soared 23% to $4.8 billion. The xB's boxy shape lends the car a roomy feel inside, and its cloth upholstery, uncluttered cockpit and attention to tactile detail raise the standard for such a low-priced car. Toyota crammed it with features: antilock brakes, power windows, air conditioning and a six-speaker stereo. Rough spots: the car's suspension jolts the spine, and the noisy 108-h.p. engine...
...fabric that glows--literally. It's not shiny, it's not glow in the dark; it actually gives off its own light. Designers took tiny, flexible optical fibers developed for high-energy physics experiments and wove them into ordinary fabric. Power comes from an ordinary battery sewn into the cloth. Luminex is being used in stage costumes, handbags and curtains as well as clothing. The makers are even talking about adding smart chips to the fabric that could make it glow in flashing patterns. Look for a line of silver Luminex pillows from DKNY next year. INVENTOR Luminex AVAILABILITY...
...come from dehydration, not starvation. While no one can say what she will feel, a recent survey of nurses caring for dying patients rated this a peaceful and good way to die. Her parents still hope for a miracle. Last Wednesday a priest touched Schiavo with a bit of cloth that had once touched Mother Teresa...
...Degrees of Separation’s production is fairly orthodox, featuring a minimalist but functional design, few sound effects, and some trick lighting that includes unfortunate usage of shadow on backlit cloth. It’s a simple look that lets the actors speak for themselves—not well enough to raise the play to the level of genius, but well enough for an entertaining and mildly thought-provoking night...