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Barbados cherry, a striking xeriscape shrub, is also called acerola, The plant is high in ascorbic acid and in antioxidants.

Skippers Canyon is one of New Zealand's top downhill mountain bike tracks and should be on the list of any mountain biker heading for the adventure capital Queenstown.

An overview of the career and performances of India's most dependable cricketer.

Have you ever thought you would like to skipper a boat? Bareboat charters allow the experienced boater to take the helm.

Gray-green textured foliage, golden flowers, attractive to several species of butterflies, Indian mallow provides great accent for any desert garden

An Old Firm Cup Final could be on the cards for mid March if Celtic and Rangers are kept apart in the semi-final draw due to be made live on BBC Television.

King Christian III was known as a god-fearing, peace-loving king. But first and foremost he was known as the king, who reformed the country to Protestantism.

Arsenal defender William Gallas is no stranger to controversy as a footballer and it hasn't taken him too long to question the bravery of his teammates.

DreamWorks Animation and Nickelodeon have teamed up to bring a 26-episode TV series The Penguins of Madagascar. Series scheduled to air in early 2009.

In 2005 Ericsson Racing Team was created to participate in the 2005-'06 Volvo Ocean Race. They finished fifth and are back with two boats, one team and one goal. To Win.

For the first time in 35 years there will be a Chinese title sponsorship of a team for this prestigious global event.

Joe Torre had some rough years as the skipper of the New York mets, Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals before finding World series Gold with the New York Yankees.

MarineMax has a unique program underway to introduce women to boating and boat operations. The future of boating will depend on developing programs like this.

A recollection of the performances of the four contemporary all-rounders of the eighties.

The Submariner's Ace of Aces has to be Lothar von Arnauld de la Periere, the gentleman skipper of U-35 that sank almost 200 ships in World War One.

A scuba divemaster must be a leader, a supporting shoulder and a hard taskmaster. They make sacrifices and must be prepared for anything to happen during a scuba dive.

Divers in the water depend on boat operators to watch for diver down flags and then pass well clear of the diving site to ensure their safety while in the water.

When he was hired to manage the Yankees in 1996, no one could have predicted that Joe Torre would enjoy such longevity and success as skipper of the Bronx Zoo.

Boaters considering a career in charter boat operations or wishing the carry passengers for hire should consider securing a OUPV or Masters license from the Coast Guard

At the beginning of World War II, the Mark 14 steam torpedo was the main weapon of the U.S. Navy's submarine service.

Mooring a vessel in the wind can be challenging and somewhat entertaining at times. Plan ahead and practice your docking skills.

Based on actual events during WWII, U-571 tells a terrifying story of a group of submarine sailors out of their element and in enemy territory.

Racing around the world in 70 foot carbon fiber sailboats is a unique adventure and using the event to raise cultural and environmental awareness a touching story.

The cold wet winter weather poses unique risks for commercial fishermen operating in these intolerant waters. Irish Water Safety offers suggestions that benefit boaters.

Coast Guard Navigation Rules set the standard of care for boaters and provide clues about what constitutes good seamanship.

A new yacht racing series is set to begin in 2009. Called the World Sailing League, events will be held world wide for a winner's purse of $2 million

England midfielder's add their names to the injury list as Capello's team prepare to face Germany.

Yankee Cruiser, Nobleland Sam, Towner's Big Guy, Chip Chip Hooray had sons in the winner's circle on Labor Day in Wauseon's Fulton County Fair harness racing events.

Scotland and Ireland took huge steps towards the 2010 FIFA World Cup next year with wins over Macedonia and Cyprus respectively on Saturday, whilst Northern Ireland drew.

The Reds finally secure a win in Super rugby but the Force lose a tough opener in week one of the 2008 Super 14 Rugby season.

The season had health scares, crew conflicts, raging seas,and tragedy. It was impossible not to get hooked by the real life drama.

A skilled mentor and fearless determination forged Dick O'Kane and Tang into the most successful U.S. submarine command of WWII.

The Berlin Wall was opened on 9 November 1989. To mark the 20th anniversary an online exhibition explores British experiences through interviews, artwork and photography.

Migrating insects return to the same wintering locations while they fuel, rest, and use routes and flight patterns that are similar to those used by birds.

After drawing the Twenty20 series 1 - 1, focus is now drawn to the 50-over format. South Africa will want to get back to winning ways but England will have other ideas.

This annual summer spectacle offers breathtaking moments for those lucky and close enough to catch views of the boats leaving Chicago, arriving in Mackinac, or enroute!

With so many retired numbers, the New York Yankees may someday be the first team to have a player wear number 100.

The Raja Laut is a beautiful, traditionally built wooden schooner, perfect for 12 guests who want to cruise Western Malaysia and the Andaman Sea in style

The New York Yankees have spent almost $400 million to secure a potent offense for 2008 and beyond, but have they paid emough attention to their pitching needs?

The Yankees are once again shelling out huge dollars in the off-season, but are they getting any better? The answer is yes, they are getting much, much better.

Santas, snowmen and huge trees, all in colored lights, sail the Columbia and Willamette rivers every December, delighting all ages

A high bid for a Newlyn tea caddy at auction suggests that investment in Newlyn Industrial Class copperware remains a significant area for collecting English antiques.

The Coast Guard is soliciting public comment on its proposed improvements to fishing vessel safety and will continue to refine its safety regulations for fishermen.

Take the ultimate downhill mountain bike tour via helicopter to a high peak on the Remarkables in Queenstown, then descend 1600m as fast as possible to the valley below.

Head to Great and Little Exuma away from tourist crowds for wide open beaches, limitless coral reefs for snorkling, and small islands just offshore awaiting discovery.

With the right selection of butterfly plants you can create a butterfly garden attracting butterflies even on sunny days in the depth of  winter.

Basic information on the classification, minimum number, recommended location, and inspection of marine fire extinguishers

Sandwiched between two of the West's biggest and best wooden boat festivals is the fun and folksy Deer Harbor Wooden Boat Rendezvous on beautiful Orcas Island.

The Challenge Cup will have a new name on it on Saturday night as Huddersfield face Warrington in the first final not to feature one of the sports 'big four' since 1986.

Lawyer Kumar Sangakkara stands between Pakistan and victory