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In The Know » I’m no wine aficionado, but know just enough to be dangerous. Several years ago, I was at a business dinner and needed to order wine. Though I typically favor heavier reds, the night called for a lighter one, and I thought a Pinot Noir would work. I...
In The Know » I’m no wine aficionado, but know just enough to be dangerous. Several years ago, I was at a business dinner and needed to order wine. Though I typically favor heavier reds, the night called for a lighter one, and I thought a Pinot Noir would work. I...
Wesley Snipes' Toronto » This talented actor is just one of many who spend time on movie sets in Toronto. And when the cameras are off, he hits the town.
Go Wild » NATIONAL PARKS GO WILD Millions of people visit Yellowstone, Yosemite, and America's other national parks each year, but you'll never see them like you will on one of the field institutes new, more adventurous outings.
Hot Ink, Cool Sounds, And Silver Screen » Pull up a chair and relax. BOOKS THE COMPLETE BOOK OF MIXED DRINKS By Anthony Dias Blue (HarperCollins, $18) Blue pens each issue’s 3 Bottles column for American Way, and is the wine and spirits edito...
Ale House Rock » Whether you prefer them warm or chilled, these three ales will make you misty for jolly old England.
Toasting Oregon's Wines » After reading the story behind the states amazing journey into the upper echelon of wine regions, you'll make tracks to your local wine merchant.
Inputting Mom » They’ve invented a program that predicts global conflict. It’s based on human I should have known this would happen. I did know this would happen. That’s why I tried to leave the family gathering without saying an official goodbye to my...
Bmw: Driven By Design » Where do car designers get their inspiration? It’s a mystery even to the designers themselves. As they once stood looking at the final prototype for the new 7 Series, Chris Bangle turned to Adrian van Hooydonk, the 7’s designer, and asked, “W...
Bmw: Driven By Design » Where do car designers get their inspiration? It’s a mystery even to the designers themselves. As they once stood looking at the final prototype for the new 7 Series, Chris Bangle turned to Adrian van Hooydonk, the 7’s designer, and asked, “W...
Prioritizing Diversity » Mark Warner was running for governor of Virginia when he met with a group of African-American business leaders. He was looking for their support. Warner gave a good accounting of all that he’d done as a venture capitalist to generate more opportunit...
Business Battle Tactics » Success coach Brian Tracys new tome issues marching orders for management.
Book Buzz
At The Movies » THE TRUTH ABOUT CHARLIE is an edge-of-your-seat ride through the life of Regina Lambert, played by Mission Impossible 2’s Thandie Newton. Regina, who is trying to come to terms with the ending of her marriage, is vacationing in Martinique, wh...
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Fast Talk » “A lot of us think that success is about the boldness of the gamble. Success is more complex.” — Nancy Koehn, professor of business history at Harvard Business School
When Is An Mba Like An Mfa » DISPATCH: Cleveland, Ohio The building is just the beginning. A stunning Frank Gehry design, the Peter B. Lewis Building at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio, was recen...
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Is the Blocart a go-cart with a sail? Or is it a sailboat with wheels? The answer might not be entirely clear, but whatever it is, the Blokart is a heck of a lot of fun. The brainchild of Paul Beckett, a Kiwi with an affinity for outdoor adventures, the three-wheeled, single-sailed Blokart turns any stretch of sand, vacant parking lot, or even tennis court into an earthen ocean. A single accelerator cable allows novice riders to control their speed on even the gustiest days, though adventurous riders have an eye on the current Blokart land-speed record of 60 mph. $2,495-$3,295. (877) 256-5278, www.blokart.com



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