The MaineSail Journal :"Mary Day on Penobscot Bay"

"Mary Day on Penobscot Bay" By Doug Mills

The Windjammer Mary Day on Penobscot Bay.

Chloe Grace Moretz & Emma Roberts H&M Fashion Show Beautiful

Paris, France - Actresses Chloe Grace Moretz, 16, and Emma Roberts, 22, looked beautiful as they attended the H&M Fashion Show Fall/Winter 2013 Ready-to-Wear show as part of Paris Fashion Week on February 27, 2013 in Paris, France.

Chloë Grace Moretz is an American actress. She began her acting career at the age of seven and has appeared in films such as "The Amityville Horror", "Days of Summer", "Diary of a Wimpy Kid", "Kick-Ass", "Let Me In", "Hugo", and "Dark Shadows".

Emma Rose Roberts is an American actress, model and singer. She is the daughter of actor Eric Roberts and niece of Julia Roberts. Roberts became known for her role as Addie Singer in the Nickelodeon television series Unfabulous, movies "Celeste & Jesse Forever", "Scream 4", "Hotel for Dogs" and "Wild Child", just to name a few.

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Victoria Justice LoveGold Celebrates Fred Leighton Gorgeous

Los Angeles, California - Actress, Singer Victoria Justice, 20, looked completely gorgeous in a red dress as she attended LoveGold Celebrates Fred Leighton at Chateau Marmont on February 21, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. Victoria Dawn Justice is an American actress, singer-songwriter, and dancer. She debuted as an actress at the age of 10 and has since appeared in several films and television series including the Nickelodeon series Zoey 101 and Victorious.

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Laura Whitmore NME Awards 2013 Beautiful

London, England - Presenter Laura Whitmore, 27, looked beautiful in a white dress as she attended the the NME Awards 2013 at The Troxy on February 27, 2013 in London, England. Laura Whitmore is an Irish presenter on British television for MTV Europe.

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Gymnast Gabrielle Douglas 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Lovely

West Hollywood, California - Gymnast Gabrielle Douglas, 17, looked lovely in a gray, off one shoulder gown as she attended the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Graydon Carter at Sunset Tower on February 24, 2013 in West Hollywood, California. Gabrielle Christina Victoria "Gabby" Douglas is an American artistic gymnast. As a member of the U.S. Women's Gymnastics team at the 2012 Summer Olympics, she won gold medals in both the individual and team all-around competitions.

 Gabrielle Douglas also attended the Li-Ning/WADE Brand Party Hosted By Dwyane Wade on February 15, 2013 in Houston, Texas.

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This Week in Naval History

28 Feb 1893: First true US Navy battleship, USS Indiana launched

On 28 February 1893, the first true US Navy battleship, USS Indiana (BB 1), was launched. During the Spanish-American War, she operated in the Caribbean and participated in the Battle of Santiago, Cuba. During WWI, Indiana served as a training ship. Decommissioned in January 1919 and with a name change to Coast Battleship #1, she was used for ordnance tests and sunk in November 1920.

1 March 1942: VP-82 Hudson bomber sank German Submarine U-656

1 March 1942, Ensign William Tepuni, USNR, piloting a Lockheed Hudson, PBO, of VP-82 based at Argentia, Newfoundland, attacked and sank the U 656 southwest of Newfoundland—the first German submarine sunk by U.S. forces in World War II. Before being sunk, U 656 served on two war patrols but didn’t sink any Allied vessels. 

2 March 1973: 1st 4 Women began US Navy flight training

On 2 March 1973, the first four women began US Navy flight training to become Naval Aviators. The women were: Lieutenant Junior Grade Barbara A. Allen (Rainey); Lieutenant Junior Grade Judith A. Neuffer; Ensign Jane M. Skiles, and Ensign Kathleen L. McNary.

3 Mar 1915: Chief of Naval Operations Rank Established

On 3 March 1915, the Office of Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) was established by Congress. Under the direction of the Secretary of the Navy, the CNO is charged with the operations of the fleet and with the preparation and readiness of plans for its use in war. Admiral William S. Benson was the first CNO. Currently serving as the 30th CNO is Admiral Jonathan W. Greenert.

4 Mar 1825: US Navy captured Caribbean Pirates

On 4 March 1825, the schooner Grampus, commanded by Lieutenant Francis H. Gregory, captured a pirate sloop off the southern coast of Puerto Rico. Also on this date, Lieutenant Junior Grade G. Pendergast, sailing in a prize sloop with 26 men, engaged a pirate sloop in a 40-minute action. The sloop was captured after much loss of life. Some of the pirates escaped ashore to Boca del Inferno, West Indies, where they were imprisoned by the Spanish.

5 Mar 1942: Seabees name and insignia authorized

On 5 March 1942, the "Seabees" name and insignia were officially authorized. Rear Admiral Ben Moreell personally furnished them with their official motto: Construimus, Batuimus -- "We Build, We Fight."

6 Mar 1822: USS Enterprise captured 4 pirate ships

On 6 March 1822, the schooner Enterprise captured four pirate ships in Gulf of Mexico. During her time in the Gulf, Enterprise took 13 vessels while suppressing pirates, smugglers, and slaves.

Emerging Trends Two Years After The Arab Awakening.

Emerging Trends Two Years After The Arab Awakening.

Presented by Marwan Muasher 

26th Camden Conference

Doug Mills

World and National Editor

RCN America Network

Marwan Muasher is a Jordanian diplomat who currently serves as Vice President for Studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, D.C. He began his career as a journalist with the Jordan Times before serving with the Ministry of Planning and in the office of the Prime Minister of Jordan. Foreign postings began as Director of the Jordan Information Bureau in Washington, D.C. In 1995 Muasher was Jordan’s first Ambassador to Israel. A year later he was Minister of Information and government spokesman in Amman. From 1997 to 2002 he was Jordan’s Ambassador to the United States. For two years he was Foreign Minister and then served as Deputy Prime Minister leading a reform and planning agenda for the government. From 2007 to 2010 Muasher was Senior Vice President for External Affairs at the World Bank. He is the author of The Arab Center: The Promise of Moderation (Yale University Press-2008) and is writing a book on the Arab Awakening.

Two years after it's beginning the Arab Awakening has yet to be defined. True, lasting change could take decades. We do , however, see six emerging trends in the Middle East.

1. A battle of ideas. For the first time in 100 years the political space is open. The previous governments ruled with no checks and balances and little regard for the common man. Now the landscape is open. This battle needs to be about more than just the secular vs. Islam, it must be about the people and rights for all regardless of their beliefs.

2. The Secular need to work on the ground. In the past the secular governments have been elitist and looking out for their own interests, apart from the common man. The new secular groups need to work with the people, create a plan and follow through on that plan.

3. Secular Religious Holiness is over. In the past to criticize the government leaders was considered a crime against god. Now the landscape is open and leaders are being held accountable. You are able to openly criticize the leaders.

4. Political reform must accompany Economic reform. Previous economic reform was to benefit the leaders not the common man. The people need to know that they will have a say in this reform and that they will see benefit from it.

5. The need for a 3^rd political party who is willing to pursue a true democratic process to benefit all. In the past there have been to parties, The Political Elite and the Islamist. They both talk democratic change but only what will benefit them and their views.

6. Talk of change alone will not work any more. The people are looking for results.

In light of these trends what should we the western world be doing? Marwan Muasher stated that we should stop trying to pick the winner and try to work with all to help produce an environment where each person and viewpoint is important. This may take decades but, the process has started and is very exciting.

Selena Gomez to Headline Radio Disney Music Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live, April 27‏

MUSIC'S MOST POPULAR YOUNG ARTISTS TO BE CELEBRATED AT RADIO DISNEY MUSIC AWARDS, SATURDAY, APRIL 27 AT NOKIA THEATRE L.A. LIVE

Selena Gomez, Cher Lloyd, Bridgit Mendler, Cody Simpson, Austin Mahone and Coco Jones Scheduled to Perform; Tickets on Sale Today at Ticketmaster.com

Los Angeles, California - The most popular recording artists among kids and tweens will be celebrated during the Radio Disney Music Awards, SATURDAY, APRIL 27 at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE, it was announced today by Phil Guerini, Vice President and General Manager, Radio Disney. Selena Gomez, Bridgit Mendler, Cody Simpson, Austin Mahone and Coco Jones are scheduled to perform at the event. Tickets go on sale today, Wednesday, February 27 at Ticketmaster.com.

Recognizing viewing habits of its young demographic, kids and tweens who utilize digital platforms and new technology to discover and listen to music, Radio Disney will present the Radio Disney Music Awards in segments, across multiple platforms -- on Vevo and on Disney Channel, Radio Disney, RadioDisney.com and Disney.com.

Guerini said: "The Radio Disney Music Awards are a celebration of our listeners’ passion for music, their favorite artists, and an extension of our promise to provide kids and families with their music, their way. We are excited to offer kids across the country the chance to be a part of what will be music’s biggest night for kids."

Fans will be invited to vote on categories including "Ultimate Breakout Star – Biggest Viral Artist," "XOXO – Best Crush Song" and "So FANtastic- Fiercest Fans," among others. The awards show will also honor five kids from across the country with the "Heroes for Change" Award in recognition of their efforts to make a difference in their communities. Additionally, in collaboration with Disney Friends for Change, kids between the ages of 5 and 18 across Radio Disney’s 31 markets are invited to enter for a chance to win a Youth Service Award, which provides one kid from each market with a $500 grant to benefit their community project and a chance to be honored live on-stage at the Radio Disney Music Awards with one of their favorite stars.

The night's currently scheduled lineup of featured performances includes artists across such major record labels as Atlantic Records, Epic Records, Universal Republic Records and Hollywood Records. Headlining the event is actress and multiplatinum recording artist Selena Gomez. Other performers include platinum-selling recording artist Cher Lloyd, a finalist on Season Seven of "The X Factor" (UK); actress and certified gold pop artist Bridgit Mendler; 16-year-old pop star Cody Simpson; YouTube sensation Austin Mahone, one of Taylor Swift's opening acts on her highly anticipated Red Tour; and actress, singer/songwriter and former Radio Disney "N.B.T." artist Coco Jones.

Radio Disney is the #1, 24-hour radio network devoted to kids, tweens and families. Kids help pick the music that is played and are encouraged to interact via a toll-free phone line to the Radio Disney studio. The network's current playlist, driven by listener requests and representing major record labels, includes recording artists Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, One Direction, Katy Perry, Cody Simpson, Carly Rae Jepsen and Cher Lloyd. The network is available on 31 owned terrestrial radio stations and is also available via RadioDisney.com, Sirius XM satellite radio on channel 79, iTunes Radio Tuner, mobile phones, the Radio Disney iPhone and Android Apps, and the Radio Disney Facebook page.

Daphne Blunt Hellman & Walter's "Salute To The Stars" Oscar After Party Fabulous

West Hollywood, California - Daphne Blunt, 15, looked fabulous in a strapless blue dress as she attended the Hellman & Walter's "Salute To The Stars" Oscar After Party at Andaz on February 24, 2013 in West Hollywood, California. Daphne Louise Blunt is an American radio personality, teen actress, recording artist, singer-songwriter, reporter and part-time model. Blunt was born on October 23, 1997.

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Olivia Holt Hellman & Walter's Salute To The Stars: Oscar After Party Beautiful

West Hollywood, California - Disney XD series "Kickin It" Actress Olivia Holt, 15, looked beautiful in a black and green dress as she attended the Hellman & Walter's Salute To The Stars: Oscar After Party Event Benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at Andaz on February 24, 2013 in West Hollywood, California.

Olivia Hastings Holt is an American teen actress and singer, best known for playing the role of Kim on the Disney XD series Kickin' It, and starring in the Disney original movie Girl vs. Monster.

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