Sneaking Into History
Although I never got to shake hands with Robert F. Kennedy, I did manage to preserve a moment in history. nytimes.com |
Australia book berth in top eight with 95-80 win over Russia
&$ &$Andrey Vorontsevich (C) of Russia rebounds during the match Russia vs Australia in men's preliminary round group A of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games Basketball event in Beijing, China, Aug. 16, 2008. Australia beat Russia 95-80. (Xinhua/Li Jundong) &$&$ Australia booked a berth in the quarterfinals after edging off Russia 95-80 on Saturday at the men's basketball tournament of the Beijing Olympic Games. ... english.people.com.cn |
Hell’s Kitchen, Still Open for Business
Glimpses of a gritty past shine through the cold designer bars. nytimes.com |
Irving Penn, Fashion Photographer, Is Dead at 92
Mr. Penn’s blend of elegance and minimalism made him one of the most influential photographers of the century. nytimes.com |
Arenas Image Is Pulled; Questions Are Raised
A recent incident involving Getty Images and the N.B.A. highlights how ports leagues have moved deeper into the information media business, but sometimes have their own self-interests in mind. nytimes.com |