Which Countries Have The Hottest Cheerleaders?

Thank god cheerleading started off at a college and not a convent. Who knows where the sport would be if that was the case? Cheerleading is widley held to have began by a group of coeds at Princeton University in 1884. And throughout the 20^th century, America has successfully exported this sexy sport/show all over the world. Because of this, fans from soccer to cricket to rugby, are able to enjoy the world’s most talented and beautiful women dancing half naked. But the question remains, which country has the best looking participants. Leave us a comment with your thoughts. Not to sway the voting, my favorite, is a tie between Latvia and Mexico:

Argentina

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Typically, when Americans show their asses, it’s to mock their opponents. Apparently, Argentinean futbol cheerleaders show their asses to get a crowd fired up. This type of behavior is not uncommon for Argentinean cheerleading squads to display. As a result, the worst team in the premiere league can still sell out a stadium. Argentinean futbol fans can always be confident that, even if their team doesn’t win, they can expect to see some hot ass.

Australia

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Most men have always fantasized about holding up a hot cheerleader like these Australian Rugby cheerleaders are doing. But if we are honest with ourselves, this takes athleticism and skill most of us guys don’t posses. Sure, we are strong enough to hold up a cheerleader, but are we able to do it without wanting to cop a feel or starting a chubby?

Brazil

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From the rain forests to the Brazilian waxings, Brazil has blessed this world with so much. These beautiful, bronzed women performed a routine at the Men’s Beach Volleyball Final at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Though Brazil ended up losing to the gold medal to the USA, the Americans conceded that Brazil had the most beautiful cheerleaders. When the Americans made this concession, the Brazilian Team never looked more proud. The Brazilians then looked up into the cheering crowd and said, “You’re Welcome!”

Chile

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For most people, Chile is an obscure, skinny little country, found somewhere in South America. Though this is the case, Chile has a nearly 115 year professional soccer history. The Chilean Professional Futbol League was established in 1895, and is the second oldest league in South America. Chilean cheerleaders are known for being tenacious and very athletic. This picture was taken during the half time break of the 2008 South American Beach Soccer Championship qualifier.

China

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Way to go China! Not only did you impress us with your opening ceremony at the Olympics, but with your beautiful women as well. Nearly every sport had a specific cheer squad assigned to them. I guess this is possible when you’re the most populous nation in the world. China’s most scantly clad cheerleaders were found at the beach sports complex. Thankfully the weather was always hot, so the cheerleaders were always in their bikinis doing their best to keep the crowds excited.

England

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Who knew England had a basketball league, let alone that English people knew what a basketball was? And for that matter, who knew England had enough pretty women to be cheerleaders? Judging from this picture above, I have underestimated our oldest ally. Not only is this cheerleader hot, but there are actual fans in the stands. Food for thought: If England would allow cheerleaders to cheer for their football clubs, more Americans might become soccer (football) fans.

France

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Arguably, one of the most beautiful women in the world is pictured here. She performed a routine with her cheer squad at the 2008 Beach Soccer World Cup in Marsille, France. Their hot dance routines and small bikini’s have made these beach bikini dancers popular around the world. Thankfully we don’t have to wait every four years for this tournament to come around because it is held once a year. Let’s just hope the future host countries can continue to produce really hot beach bikini dancers for the world to enjoy.

Greece

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Most cheerleaders in the world are talented, but what these Greek cheerleaders can do is exceptional. These girls are part of a basketball cheer squad that is known for pulling male fans out of the crowd and giving them lap dances. I just found another reason why I should visit Greece this summer.

India

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Cheerleaders are a recent phenomena in India. Due to centuries-old modesty standards, it took a new upstart Cricket League to even consider the notion. In order to sell the entire league on the importance of cheerleaders, league organizers invited American football cheerleaders to perform. These American cheerleaders were also hired to mentor Indian women in the art of making a boring game like cricket exciting. It’s a good thing cheerleaders are in high demand in America, because if not, I am sure their jobs may be outsourced too.

Japan

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As apart of the American Pro Bowl weekend festivities in Hawaii, Japan sends over a beautiful cheerleading squad to excite fans. One can only assume this is the NFL’s attempt to attract Japanese tourist support for yet another American pastime. Too bad these cheerleaders haven’t heard of our other popular American past time, breast implants.

Latvia

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This beach volleyball cheer squad consists of some very hot Latvian women. Not only is Latvia known for having killer beach volleyball players, but killer looking women as well. Thankfully, the country became independent from the Soviet Union in 1989, thus allowing the Latvians to make a name for themselves on the world’s stage. After watching these women perform, crowds are known to roar with excitement and purchase mass amounts of Nestea.

Mexico

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Ah, yes, the high leg kick. Whoever invented this move should have the cheerleading hall of fame named after them. Mexico’s Cruz Azul Cheerleaders have been performing this move to sold out crowds for years. This squad is known for their athletic skill and ability to remain in sync. The world holds up its proverbial bottle of Corona, and tips its sombrero in admiration of Cruz Azul’s high leg kicking ability.

New Zealand

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With cheerleaders like these, New Zealand will soon be known for a lot more than Flight of the Conchords. These rugby cheerleaders keep fans engaged in one of the most brutal team sports on the planet. Even though the blond cheerleader in the background looks like she is from Whoville, New Zealand has been known to produce very beautiful women. There is nothing like bare-stomached cheerleaders juxtaposed on the backdrop of a professional rugby field.

Poland

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Former communist countries either have very manish looking women, or very beautiful women - not a whole lot of in-between. Thankfully Poland has a lot of the latter. Polish Basketball cheerleaders routinely perform at games throughout their season. These cheerleaders are known to incorporate modern hip-hop moves with traditional polish dances. This combination proves to be very unique in comparison to what the cheerleading world has to offer.

Russia

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Ever since I can remember, I have always had a crush on Russian gymnasts. I think it had something to do with the cold war thing. Anyway, when I see Russian basketball cheerleaders I get the same feeling I used to have when I would watch the Russian gymnasts back in 1992. Russian cheerleaders are graceful and very strong, not to mention most of them are natural blondes. Which is something most American cheerleaders envy.

South Africa

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Although South Africa is famous for its savage rugby league, it also boasts some of the most beautiful cheerleaders in the world. The cheerleaders in the South African league are known to rival American Football cheerleaders in beauty and skill. Hopefully when the world cup goes to South Africa in 2010, FIFA will allow these girls to cheer on the world as they play soccer.

South Korea

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South Korea gets the award for having the most adorable cheerleaders - not the hottest, but the most adorable. Anytime these cheerleaders perform, they are able to get the crowd roaring loud and thunder sticks roaring even louder. Maybe American baseball should take a cue form South Korea and adopt cheerleaders instead of mascots. If this was the case, then most baseball fans might actually show up at the beginning of the game and stay until the end.

Spain

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The Spanish girls on this beach volleyball cheer squad deserve a standing ovation. Not only do they perform sexy dance routines, but they do it in the sand and in the hot sun. Most people understand that sand ends up in the most unlikely of places. Regardless of these tough conditions, these Spanish cheerleaders persevere and provide the highest quality entertainment. Oh, and by the way, most would agree that American beaches should make these bikini bottoms mandatory.Wonderful.

Ukraine

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The excitement on these girls’ faces when they perform is priceless. These Ukrainian basketball cheerleaders are very flexible, and as you can see, they don’t mind doing sexy chair dances in the middle of their half time shows. Furthermore, Ukrainian cheer routines often include the stripping off of clothes.

Venezuela

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Professional baseball has been played in Venezuela since 1945, and some of the best Major League Baseball players have come from this country. One distinguishing factor about Venezuelan Baseball is their use of cheerleaders in between, and during innings. Their routines have been known to incorporate nationalistic themes and Latin rhythms. Hopefully, Venezuela will soon start importing its baseball cheerleaders, as well as, its best baseball talent.

The Wonderful World of Prison Inventions

Someone once said that necessity is the mother of all invention. Prison is one of the few places where very few common wants and needs are fulfilled; resources are incredibly limited and ardently regulated. Prisoners, who are not content to only posses what "the man" tells them they can have, are forced to use their critical thinking skills (prison-genuity, anyone?) to craft what can be some very MacGyver type shit. As many of us know from experience, situations in prison sometimes call for something a little more intimidating than a whittled down toothbrush shiv, or a sharpened spoon. The following is a tribute to those not satisfied with the standard prison accommodations - we have The Wonderful World of Prison Inventions:

Basic Needs

Cigarette Lighter

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With cigarettes being the go-to currency of choice for prisoners (at least the movies would have you believe this), there wouldn't be much use for a smokable commodity if there was no way to light it. Prisoners are forbidden from having lighters and matches for obvious reasons, so some clever inmates have devised a way around the rules. This example of a lighter is a simple yet intelligent design, a AA battery is wrapped in duct tape with a wire strapped to the negative end. Simplly touch the other side of the wire to the positive end and the metal coil in the center of the wire heats up.

Tattoo Gun

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While your in prison, why not get a tattoo to commemorate " the time of your life", and there's also no better way of showing your commitment to what ever gang you choose to join while in the clink. The basic design uses any form of battery to power a small motor, which in turn pushes a needle in and out of a pen to give inmates authentic jailhouse tats. Sadly choice of colors is usually limited to whatever Bic's they have on hand and are typically blue or black. Beggars (Neo-Nazi's included) can't be choosers though.

Pipe

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Just because you got thrown in the slammer doesn't mean you might not get the occasional chance to enjoy some weed. Stoners, who are notorious for being able to shape a pipe out of anything litterally, occasionaly get locked up and are forced to use their skills on the inside. The above example is fashioned out of a tube of German horseradish and has a great design, not only because it functions well, but for the fact that it is very incognito in case of the occasional room toss. At a quick glance its really just looks like an ordinary tube of something. Genius, pure genius.

Weaponry

Hidden Shiv

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The sodomite, who thought he'd take advantage when he saw his roomate bent over kneeling in prayer, probably got a big surprise when this crucifix magically transformed into a very mean looking stabbing weapon.

Razor Comb

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Its hard to see in this picture, but there are three razor blades attached by copper wire and a shoelace, to this "unbreakable" plastic comb. This is the type of weapon to use for minor altercations such as Scrabble areguments, or getting that "creepy fucker" out of your favorite chair, but wouldn't be all that effective in a full blown shower fight. Truly a weapon for your day-to-day type needs.

Rash Knuckles

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This variation on brass knuckles works incredibly well for cutting faces and smashing motherfucking jaws, or, if your a fancy-pants, for adding a little fresh grated parmesan (Gene!) to the typically bland prison gourmet.

Whip/Cat-o-nine tails

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Nothing says foreplay like a few lashes from this bad boy. This invention works well because of it's lengthy reach and compact design, and is probably more of an intimidation tool rather than a lethal weapon. After all if someone approached you with a electrical taped shard of glass and you pull this out, they'll at least think twice before charging in.

Dummy Gun

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A dummy gun made to look exceptionally real works well for prison escapes because you can use it to take a hostage and at a distance it looks very much like the real thing. As long as whoever you are using this on thinks the gun is real it serves a funtional purpose.

Zip Gun

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A zip gun is a homemade gun that can either has a pin to fire real bullets, or like this one, to fire everyday projectiles. Strike anywhere match heads, or other combustibles, can be used as a charge to fling nuts, bolts, or rocks at lethal or near lethal speeds.

4 Barreled Zip Gun

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This is a variation on the zip gun that really shows complex, well thought out design. There are four barrels all loaded with a projectile, the end of the gun operates on a swivel that brings each barrel around to the firing pin, creating essentially a semi-automatic weapon. After all, doesn't everyone remember the old saying, "In the land of the shiv, the man with the 4 chambered zip gun is king"

Advanced Engineering

Alcohol Still Heating Coil

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The razorblades on the end of this modified extension cord act as a heater to be used for making alcoholic beverages. Just smuggle some fruit or other fermentable food back to the cell, drop in the heating coil, and voila! you have your own moonshine/whiskey still. This gets bonus points for also doubling as a weapon if someone tries to steal the fruits of your hard labor.

Salt & Pepper Shaker

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In prison, inmates have to go without even the most basic comforts such as a salt and pepper shaker. Poor guys, right? Well not for long... This advanced design shows thats some prisoners ("pussies", we call them on the outside) make items for everyday use, just to make them feel a little more normal - as opposed to only making weapons meant to kill fools who get caught steppin'.

Toaster/Heating Grill

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This is a grill that could be used for preparing food, and is fashioned from wire, tin foil, and a busted heating rod. Although it does show a great measure of ingenuity, the failure of the design is that it is rather large and easily confiscated by over zealous wardens who don't want anyone to have any fun.

Muff Bag

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Probably the biggest complaint and hardship for any prisoner is the lack of voluntary coitus to something that is or resembles a vagine, and if your doing a lifetime bid in the joint, even masturbation gets a bit dull after a while. More industrious prisoners have fashioned makeshift sex dolls, called "muffbags", to help cope with their carnal desires. It is simply a blanket, rolled tightly with some platic wrap complemented by some baby oil to lube it up. Sounds great, but i have to mention that the sex doll does bear an unmistakable like to an ass. Even in prison with a home made sex doll you cant get away from the anal sex stereotype. C'est la vie...

Google playing around with YouTube in 3D

by Erica Ogg

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A Google employee has a working prototype of what 3D videos would look like on YouTube.

"YouTubePete" said in a YouTube forum thread that he's the developer working on making a stereoscopic player during his "20 percent time" at Google.

The sample video, which was dug up by SearchEngineRoundtable.com, can be found here. I happened to have a pair of amber/blue glasses lying around, and when I finally found the correct mode in the drop down menu to the bottom right of the player, I did indeed see 3D. It was grainy and dark, but it worked.

Pete reiterates that it is just a side project and doesn't seem to be on the agenda for the company. But he is taking feedback if you have suggestions.

Roger Rabbit 2 On The Way?

Zemeckis hints to Roger's big-screen return.

by Phil Pirrello

July 23, 2009 - At the end of Zemeckis' first trip to Comic-Con, where he presented some very impressive 3D footage from A Christmas Carol, the director discussed the possible return of a popular 2D character, Roger Rabbit.

Following the clip screening, during the Q & A, Zemeckis was asked if he plans to revisit Toontown for a sequel.

"I can neither confirm nor deny", he said, three times, each time with more of a wink in his voice. He then clarified that, "if it [the sequel] ever does happen, the 2D animated characters will remain in 2D" animation, but other components might be in 3D.

Thank you, Comic-Con. Well done. What say you about more Jessica Rabbit in 2D? Sound off (but keep it PG-13, guys, in the Comments.)

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Top 5 Incredible Eco-Hotels and Hostels of the World

July 23, 2009

Top 5 Incredible Eco-Hotels and Hostels of the World

by Haily Zaki

As summer hits its stride many might be opting for the stay-cation this year, but for those adventurous green travelers headed out into the world to do some eco-exploring, we’ve rounded up our top picks for the best eco-hotels and hostels around the world! From high-flying airplane hostels to tranquil eco-lodges to stunning hotels made from reclaimed industrial materials, there’s a world of incredible eco-accomodations out there - read on for our top 5 picks. Happy Travels!

5. Shipping Container Travelodge, Uxbridge, UK

Travelodge lands in the top 5 for its Uxbridge outpost, built from 86 different shipping containers by Verbus Systems. While the rooms and exterior cladding may make this look like any other motel, the modular construction process by which it was built saved considerable time, money, and materials - so much so that the savvy global motelier is planning to erect a 307-room version at Heathrow for a savings of up to 10 million pounds ($18.6 million). Once it’s built, the Heathrow shipping container motel will make the perfect first night’s stop for a green traveler on the move.

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4. Cozy Dutch Wine Cask B&B, Stavoren, Netherlands

Once in Europe, the cozy De Vrouwe van Stavoren Hotel in the Netherlands is a must-see for the green traveler. These giant 14,500 liter casks once flavored thousands of bottles of Beaujolais. Today, they offer guests a good night’s rest and a great story to tell friends. Rather than being destroyed, the four casks were salvaged and transported from France to Holland where they now have a second life as modest, self-contained accommodations for travelers (and their pets). The giant barrels house sleeping space for two people and a sitting room. Private bathrooms are attached.

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3. Three Camel Lodge, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

From there it’s a long but adventurous hop to Inner Mongolia. Deep in the heart of the Gobi Desert is Three Camel Lodge, an eco-resort that is equally devoted to environmental and cultural preservation. Guests stay in traditional Mongolian gers or yurts. Besides supporting efforts to preserve the population of indigenous Gobi flora and fauna, the Lodge recycles organic waste for use as fertilizer at local farms and work with local farmers to raise chickens, pigs, and livestock. They also launched a “No Plastics in the Gobi” program, working with locals and small businesses to encourage the use of cloth bags.

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2. Gyreum Ecolodge, County Sligo, Ireland

Straight from Middle Earth, the Gyreum Ecolodge is the first lodge in Europe to be awarded the EU Eco Label and a recent finalist for the LAMA Awards as the Best Ecofriendly Building. This 100 ft diameter solar and wind powered circular fort is half buried in the County Sligo earth and constructed from renewable resources. Did we mention that it’s also aligned to three solar events and points towards surrounding megalithic cairns? Accommodations are simple but perfectly adequate. Hobbits not included.

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1. Jumbo Hostel in Stockholm, Sweden

We head a bit farther north to visit the Jumbo Hostel, an eco-hostel that soars to the top of our list this summer. This 747-200 logged countless miles during its years of service but an early retirement to the landfill is not in the stars (or skies) for this particular plane. The jet now houses weary travelers in compact 6 square meter rooms. Some lucky visitors may even get to sleep in the cockpit, and soon more rooms will be added to the mechanical part of the plane. The interiors are decorated in simple and modern Scandinavian style and still feature the original lounge and first class seating.

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An honorary mention goes to one of the best not-yet-built eco-hotels, the Oil Rig Platform Resort and Spa designed by Morris Architects for the Radical Innovation in Hospitality Design Competition. This smart design would take the oil rig, one of the most recognizable icons of dirty energy, and re-invent it as an eco-haven powered by completely renewable energy sources.

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