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The national spirit of Maldivians has warmed my heart and body. You are all champions. We are not a team of 11, but 300,000+

We are Champions-Maldives
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A last-gasp goal by Mukhtar Nasser helped Maldives shock defending champions India to lift their maiden South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Cup title at the packed Sugathadassa Stadium here on Saturday.

Four-time champion India paid heavily for the numerous chances they missed throughout the 90 minutes. And when the game looked like going into extra-time, the stunner came with a long ranger from Nasser in the 87th minute.

rain rain go away

rain rain go away
Originally uploaded by i b u

Rain Rain Rain,
Up above from the skies
u come,
As drops of joy
As drops of sorrow
As a shower of blessing from the heavens.

Rain Rain Rain, Pitter patter pitter patter
on the window panes, thunder and lightning fill up the skies
creating an orchestral symphony.
by Anoop Lokkur

3G iPhone Officially out, Coming July 11th for $199

After a series of leaked photos and specs, Apple today unveiled the next generation touch screen handset called the 3G iPhone at the WWDC 2008. Its features include 3G network support, inbuilt GPS, longer battery life and better handset design. It will be available in two colors- black and white. New 3G iPhone will also have a new software which supports all approved 3rd party applications built using iPhone SDK.

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2 versions of 3G iPhone would be available, one with 8GB priced at $199 and one with 16GB priced at $299. iPhone will also be available in 70 countries in coming months.

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Best Getaways you’ll Love! , The Naked Traveler. ... How to enjoy your holiday in Maldives like the paradise on earth

The Maldives comprises of about 1190 islands grouped into atolls with coral reefs protecting the amoeba shaped shiny islands. Coconut palms spread around the small islands with white sandy beaches ringed around the island. Deep blue sea engulfing the shallow, crystal clear water with the most beautiful coral reefs, the realms of the underwater world in it, is breathtaking.

Feel the romance in the air, beneath the waves, between your toes. With amazing palm-fringed beaches, blue lagoons, clear warm waters, coral reefs and laid back atmosphere, there's nowhere more magical than the Maldives.

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The Real Meaning of Adventure

What is adventure? Some people believe that adventure is not just that extreme and dangerous experience that one could find existing. On the contrary, they believe that it is an attitude that helps us face the obstacles present in our daily routine. For example, the challenges we have to deal with, the new and different options that life offers, the unknown that is at all time waiting for us, represent an adventure in itself. And it is in this adventure that the human beings discover themselves.

The word adventure has different meanings for different people. Generally, adventure implies thrill and excitement, risks and dangers, and the unexpected and extraordinary experiences. The adventurous people are always on the look out for things that will evoke new feelings and sensations. This is the definition of adventure commonly accepted. However, there are others for whom adventure means much more than this. They associate adventure with a certain bent of mind that helps them enjoy life to the fullest, by accepting it as it unfolds before them. They see opportunities in difficulties and treat hurdles as stepping-stones. They accept everything knowing very well that there is nothing without its pluses and minuses.

Therefore, life is seen as an adventure in itself. It is the manner in which you decide to view and live your own life. And the approach you have to life will certainly affect the way you experience this mysterious journey which we are part of. Some people believe that traveling, sightseeing or hanging on a rope is what an adventure stands for. But the problem may be that they are not experiencing their life as an exploration and their boring life leads them to lookfor excitement outside themselves.

This hidden and deeper meaning of adventure can only be understood by changing one's point of view towards life. This will not only enable you to identify the raison d'etre of your life, but will also help you recognize your strengths and weaknesses, and accept yourself as a person. However, one needs to realize that one just doesn't stumble upon adventures just like that. It is only through discovering our own strengths that we can uncover these adventures, and derive wisdom from them. As human beings, we are posed in the world in such a manner that we are compulsive adventurers. And, being so, we are capable of shaping our own lives and destinies, through a positive and constructive approach.

Life is a rare opportunity. With a little faith we can change the very meaning of life. Hurdles and obstacles can be used as openings and opportunities to discover the extent of our strength and courage. The secret lies in living life as an ever-new, ever-fresh adventure and being open to accepting whatever comes our way.