| Gadgets Eureka Aerospace Uses Microwave Beams to Stop Cars
High-speed police chases are nothing new to Americans these days. Local (and often times national) TV stations are quick to break into regular programming when a high speed chase occurs and will follow the incident to its completion. TV stations know that people are keen to tune in -- just as they are likely to slow down and rubberneck for an accident on the side of the highway. Criminals and TV stations alike may have something to fear in the future thanks to Eureka Aerospace. Eureka's contraption has nothing to do with the "PIT Maneuver" or spike strips -- instead, it uses microwaves to effectively zap a cars electrical system rendering it inoperable. The rooftop mounted device in its current version measures 5' x 3' by 1' and weighs roughly 200 pounds. The high-powered weapon operates at 300 MHz and is not harmful to humans.
Brown 'Dithering' In Donations Row
Gordon Brown has been accused of "dithering" over the latest Labour funding controversy as embattled Cabinet minister Peter Hain clung to his political career. Tory leader David Cameron said the Prime Minister should tell the Work and Pensions Secretary to address the issues surrounding his Labour deputy leadership campaign or face the sack. Mr Hain is defying resignation calls after dismissing suggestions he tried to cover up donations to his failed bid as "absurd" in a statement on Saturday. But Mr Cameron insisted questions remained over the funding arrangements, suggesting that the Public Policies Forum (PPF), a mysterious think tank via which donations were channelled, could have been a "front". "If he goes on like (Saturday) I think his time will be up," Mr Cameron said.
A shopper's dream come true
Mary's City and Gloucester, England, researching and writing the book. She will join the second half of the discussion to answer questions and present "Anicah Sparrow's Bedside Companion: A Glossary Addendum to Mary's Land." You don't have to read the book to enjoy the discussion, but it helps. Copies of "Mary's Land" are available through any of the Anne Arundel County Public Library's 15 branches, and extra copies are on display for borrowing at the Annapolis branch. Pre-register for the event by calling 410-222-1750, or just drop in. The library also is hosting a video gaming night for tweens and teens from 7 to 8 p.m. Jan. 17. Have news to share about the people and goings-on around Annapolis? Send it to aroundannapolis@comcast.net. .
Matchmaker Livermore tells women 'How to Marry a Fabulous Man'
And don't say, "I like movies, do you?" Of course he'll say "yes." To find out if he's ethical, say, "My friend saw the guy she's dating shoplifting and didn't know what to do. How serious do you think that is?" If he says, "That's funny - my friends do that, too," then he may not be right for you. Q: Do women sell themselves short, or "settle"? A: Yes - because they're too lazy to get out there and put as much effort into finding a husband as finding a job. You can't just sit home and order a pizza. E-mail Carolyne Zinko at czinko@sfchronicle.com. .
Poll: Most support late night's return to television
The argument is that the lowest-paid employees would enjoy an annual pay boost and at least maintain their standard of living, and eliminating some of the lobbying and politics behind the minimum wage. This week, we ask: Should the minimum wage be tied automatically to cost-of-living adjustments? .
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She set out as she had done every Sunday afternoon for years. She locked her door, turned to the weather, and held the hand rail as she stepped carefully down from the porch. Once on the ground she adjusted her hat on her gray head. As this was a winter day in the Christmas season, a cold day, she also adjusted her coat. Had it been raining, she would have pulled a large lawn and leaf bag, as if it were a poncho, over her head and upper body. Most times she shouldered her hand bag. This day she also shouldered a bulging plastic shopping bag. She walked along the dirt road that would lead her to the paved road that would lead her to the highway. Her only company was her shadow, small and indistinct at her feet. She walked without the deliberate care of someone unfamiliar with the terrain, but neither was her gait quick.
Councilman MikeK Recalls Knievel Action Figure
Top: Young MikeK playing with Evel Knievel action figure; bottom: MikeK receives inspiration from his childhood friends before leaving for a Coeur d'Alene City Council meeting. I had a classic Evel Knievel motorcycle riding action figure when I was a kid. The stunts my brothers and I would stage for that motorcycle toy were legendary (riding out a second story window, chasing the dog around the house without getting chewed to ribbons, you name it). RIP Evel. I wonder what happened to Steve Austin, the Six Million Dollar Man who played the role of Evel's arch-nemesis in the boyhood action figure wars?/Councilman MikeK. Question: What was your favorite action figure/doll when you were little? .
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