Rest in pieces: Hasbro to replace a classic Monopoly game token

The current Monopoly tokens In many families, Monopoly fights start long before the property is purchased. Inevitably, every player wants the same playing piece. Well, it's time to stand up for your beloved old boot or Scottie dog or thimble, because Hasbro is aiming to get rid of it. The company has announced plans to upgrade Monopoly, which will include replacing one of the game's iconic tokens with a fancy new figurine. Even worse, Hasbro is making you decide which one will go. From now through Feb. 5, fans can vote to save their favorite token and which new one will take the place of the least popular piece. “The tokens are one of the most iconic parts of the Monopoly game and we know that people are emotionally tied to their favorite one,” Eric Nyman, senior vice president and global brand leader for Hasbro told the Daily Mail. “When we decided to replace one of the tokens in the game, we knew we had to involve our fans in the process. We can’t wait to see which iconic piece will ‘go to jail’ and which new token the fans will choose to become part of one of the world’s most popular games.” The choices for the replacement piece include a helicopter, a diamond ring, a robot, a cat and a guitar. The new Monopoly will arrive on store shelves toward the middle or end of the year, which could bring about a Twinkie-like rush on the original classic game. Perhaps anticipating a backlash from traditionalists, though, Hasbro has already announced plans to release a “Golden Token Edition” later this year that will include all of the classic pieces as well as the five new tokens. While the changes are bound to be harrowing for old-school players, it’s not the first time Hasbro has monkeyed with the game pieces. Three of the game's original tokens the purse, lantern and rocking horse -- were replaced in the 1950s by the dog, man on horseback, and wheelbarrow. Other tokens have appeared in the many editions of the game, including a locomotive and a sack of money. Check out the possible replacements below, and cast your vote over on the Monopoly Facebook page.

Possible replacement tokens: Robot and Ring

Will the guitar or cat make the cut?

The Monopoly helicopter

Femina's latest calendar models

1. The Femina Miss India 2013 calendar was launched in Goa.

 

2. The calendar was jointly unveiled by Marc Robinson, Rochelle Rao, David D' Souza and Ricardo D'Souza, Vanya Mishra and PFMI 2012 finalist Nikita Dutta.

 

3. The calendar has been shot by ace lensman Jatin Kampani.

 

4. The models were styled by well known designer Gavin C. Miguel while the hair and make up for them was done by Venus.

 

5. The smoldering calendar has been shot at Carnoustie Resort in Kochi - Kerala.

 

6. According to Marc Robinson, Creative director Femina Miss India, apart from the 3 PFMI 2012 winners, the calendar also features 2 PFMI finalists.

 

7. The launch of the calendar was hosted by Tito's – said to be one of the most happening places in Goa.

 

8. Photographer Jatin Kampani said "My approach to the Femina Miss India Calendar '2013 has been to make these models look beautiful and to make their bodies look heavenly.”

 

9. He also said, “the concept of this year's Calendar revolves around the notion of eve. I have tried to play with as much nature as possible in the visuals to give a very natural and raw feel to the pictures."

 

10. The calendar girls said that Goa was the best destination for the launch and that the shoot in Kochi at the backwaters was a lot of fun.

 

11. To be crowned Miss India has always been the most cherished dream for most girls in the country.

 

12. For these girls the dream has, indeed, become reality.

Stunning leisure project in China’s richest city

A new central leisure area will soon be coming up in Karamay, China’s richest city based on GDP per capita. The Donghu central leisure area project designed by consulting firm Atkins will feature landscaped scenic parkland with facilities such as a waterside climbing wall and white water rafting, alongside a lake with boating berths and a single span bridge.

 

The work, commissioned by the Karamay Construction Bureau, is Atkins’ biggest and most complex multidisciplinary project on the Chinese mainland to date due to the scale and the design challenge.

The local temperatures that range from around -30 degrees Celcius in the winter to over 42 degrees Celcius in the summer have posed a challenge for construction planners and designers.

 

On completion, the park, which covers an area of 3.41 sq km, will be the primary location for leisure in Karamay city, with a signature bridge sitting alongside a 1.8 sq km lake which connects the future central business district with the city centre.

 

The area is hugely important to the future development of Karamay, which boasts the highest GDP per capita in China due to its connection with one of the country’s biggest oil fields.

 

Founded 50 years ago, Karamay has a population of 400,000 people and the ambition is to double that by 2050 by encouraging in the engineering and automotive industries, complementing those in nearby Urumqi, capital of Xinjiang province.

 

As well as being Atkins’ largest multidisciplinary project ever commissioned on the Chinese mainland, it is also the company’s first bridge design commission. Gorgeous: Underground resort in China - Chinese create replica of entire Austrian village! - Stunning Ω-shaped building to come up in India

4 Unusual Honeymoon Places in India

Every couple starts about their married life by going for a honeymoon where they spend time together and get a chance to know each other better

When you start with a new chapter of your life, it is best you do it with celebration and positivity. The addition of a new person in your life requires understanding and bonding for a smooth life ahead. Every couple starts about their married life by going for a honeymoon where they spend time together and get a chance to know each other better.

To make your romantic much more fulfilling, visit the unique and unusual honeymoon places of India, which are yet undiscovered by many. Here are a 4 places to help you plan your honeymoon better. Credit: BollywoodShaadis.com
Hampi

The Virupaksha temple is one of the most recognized structures in Hampi. Located at the Hampi Bazaar, it has an iconic 160-foot tall 'gopuram' or tower at its entrance. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Though the city was destroyed in 1565, worship in the temple has persisted over the centuries.
Photographer, traveler and wildlife enthusiast RADHA RANGARAJAN loves to wander, camera in tow. An aesthete, her forte is creative and offbeat compositions. Radha has presented her images in many forums and publications. Faces intrigue her and she loves to tell stories through her photographs. Birds, butterflies, leaves and shafts of light fuel her imagination. Besides nature and wildlife photography, she enjoys traveling and making images of people and places. If you and your spouse like to explore historical sites of India, a honeymoon in Hampi, Karnataka, is ideal for you. The site is set in-between rocks and waterways, giving a magnificent ambience to the place. Visit the famous Virupaksha temple, the Vitthal temple and the monolith 6.7m tall statue of Narasimha. The Vijaynagar rulers created the beautiful Vithalswami and Hazara Rama temples, whose walls are adorned with beautiful sculptures. The grandiosity of this place makes it a unique honeymoon place in India.

Dalhousie
This quaint and beautiful hill town of Himachal Pradesh has thick forests surrounding it, providing a tranquil ambience. One can see the majestic snow capped mountains from here. Newlyweds will be enchanted in the romantic setting on this place overlooking the Dhauladhar Range of Himachal Pradesh.
Places to Visit- Dalhousie comprises of many beautiful spots worth visiting such as Panchpula, 3kms from Dalhousie, where you can enjoy flowing streams. Another interesting place to visit, 10 kms from Dalhousie is Kalatop which is a wildlife sanctuary and is home to Himalayan black bear and ghoral (mountain goat). For quiet and peaceful time together you can go to Subhash Baoli, which is surrounded by enchanting trees and plants.

Kovalam
The name actually means grove of coconut trees as this beach town is surrounded by hordes of coconut trees. A honeymoon in Kovalam is ideal as it has many things to offer, right from beautiful beaches, ayurvedic massage to water sports. You can choose to spend your time relaxing at the beautiful sandy beaches under the coconut trees, indulge in kayaking and parasailing and even fishing. The ayurvedic massage here use techniques which are centuries old, pampering your body and providing relaxation. This idyllic spot will definitely make your honeymoon joyful.

Tarkarli Beach

This unexplored honeymoon destination is situated in the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. You can witness stretches of white sand and clear water along with beautiful casuarina trees lining the shores. It is a perfect getaway for newlyweds as it offers a quaint and quiet atmosphere with relaxing wind blowing all year round. Since it is deserted most of the time, couples can enjoy some beautiful private moments together. You can also the exotic seafood sold here at local restaurants. The beach is perfect for evening and morning walks together with your loved one. This place is an ideal honeymoon getaway.
These unusual honeymoon places in India though unexplored are ideal choices to have fun-filled time together.

The shocking truth about Katrina's face!

Well it seems the trends have caught up and the men are now equally conscious about how they look, especially as they get older.

There was a time when men would scoff at women who went to great lengths to maintain their physical appearance. 

Well it seems the trends have caught up and the men are now equally conscious about how they look, especially as they get older. Some call it the “metrosexual” era while others ignore its existence. Either way, you cannot deny that more and more men are turning to Botox and the count just keeps increasing.

For the uninitiated, Botox is a type of toxin that doctors inject into a person’s face to paralyze muscles that cause the appearance of wrinkles. Once injected, the muscle cannot be used but the skin appears smooth and lifted. So, before you decide to go for it, you must weigh its pros and cons and then figure if this is really something you want.