Search for flight 370

(CNN) -- Malaysian officials say that Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 went down in the Indian Ocean, and the search is on for the wreckage, flight data recorders or any other part of the plane.

On Wednesday, a French defense firm provided new satellite images that show 122 objects floating in the southern Indian Ocean, not far from other satellite sightings that could be related to the plane, said acting Malaysia Transportation Minister Hishammuddin Bin Hussein.

What about the latest spotting?

The objects were scattered over 154 square miles (nearly 400 square kilometers), Hishammuddin said. He wasn't sure whether Australian authorities coordinating the search for the plane had been able to follow up Wednesday on the new satellite images, which came from Airbus Defence and Space.

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Did search planes see anything?

Search aircraft saw three objects, but none were obvious plane parts, the Australian Maritime Safety Agency said. A civil aircraft in the search spotted two objects that were probably rope, the agency said, and a New Zealand military plane spotted a blue object. None was found again when aircraft made further passes, the agency said on Twitter.

The last of 12 planes dispatched to the site returned to base in Perth late Wednesday without finding anything definitive, Australian officials said.

There have been a lot of leads, so why could these sightings be important?

The latest images that capture the 122 objects appear to be the most significant discovery yet in the hunt for the missing plane, which vanished on March 8 with 239 people aboard, said CNN aviation analyst Miles O'Brien.

"There's a very good chance this could be the break we've been waiting for," he said.

Aviation safety analyst David Soucie agreed, saying he was particularly intrigued by the size of a larger object.

The items seen on satellite range from about 3 feet (1 meter) to about 75 feet (23 meters), according to Hishammuddin. Some appear bright, indicating they may be solid, he said.

"It has potential to be a wing that's floating," Soucie said. "So I'm really encouraged by it, I really am."

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The 122 images were captured Sunday, so why are we just now hearing about them?

The transport minister didn't explain the delay in delivering the news. However, this issue also came up when Australians found the first satellite images showing suspected debris in the southern Indian Ocean. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority said that the delay was caused by the size of the search area and the volume of the data that has to be reviewed. A similar explanation is probably behind the latest delay.

How many countries are involved in search efforts?

There are seven countries, including Malaysia, helping the current search, which is divided into two sectors, according to the Australian Maritime Safety Agency. Australia is leading the effort, based out of Perth. Others are China, New Zealand, the United States, South Korea and Japan.

How are the families of those on board?

Family members are anguished as they wait for answers. One-third of the plane's passengers were Chinese, and Malaysian authorities' announcement Monday that families should give up hope that their loved ones were alive angered many Chinese.

"My heart can't handle it. I don't want to hurt my children," Cheng Li Ping told CNN as she waited in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for evidence about what happened to her husband, who was aboard.

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4 Tricks to getting flat tummy

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All fruits have health benefits, of course, but some are better for the belly than others. If you're trying to whittle away your middle, try to slip some of these fruits into your regular snack rotation:

Blueberries

They may be small, but they're nutritional powerhouses! These tasty berries have many health and weight-loss benefits. Consider the following:

• They're powerful inflammation fighters, thanks to their super-high antioxidant content.
• They're potent belly shrinkers. Researchers from the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center found that when rats consumed just 2 percent of their calories from blueberries over a 90-day period, they significantly reduced their percentage of belly fat.
• Blueberries can also cut triglyceride levels and increase insulin sensitivity, perhaps cutting the risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
• They have been shown to help reduce food cravings.
• They contain high levels of the polyphenol catechin. This powerful chemical has been shown to increase your body's fat-burning potential and may even help boost metabolism, making it a strong belly-fat fighter. To further promote weight loss, catechins may also decrease appetite, helping to prevent overeating.
• Blueberries may help decrease fat buildup in the arteries, making them as healthy for the heart as they are for your waistline.

Pomegranates

With their red, juicy seeds, they're a potent tool to include in your weight-loss arsenal. Here are the main benefits:

• They have some of the highest levels of antioxidants when compared to many fruits.
• They contain high levels of catechin. (See above.)
• They may help decrease fat buildup in the arteries. (See above.)

Tart Cherries

These babies are different from the sweet cherries you may often eat raw. They're not usually found in the fresh produce aisle. Instead, you can usually find them frozen or dried. Just be sure you buy an unsweetened variety. Here's why you may want to seek them out:

• A University of Michigan study found that when mice were given food that contained added tart-cherry powder, their body fat reduced by 9 percent more than mice fed the same diet without the additional cherry powder. Even better, most of the weight loss came from fat stores in the abdominal area. The mice fed the cherry powder also showed significant decreases in cholesterol levels, as well as a decline in inflammatory markers.
• Tart cherries are rich in the plant chemical anthocyanin. Not only does this chemical give the cherries their bright color, but it also helps you burn belly fat.

Grapefruit

This citrus superstar is a super fat burner and has long been linked to weight loss. It also has diuretic properties, which leave you looking and feeling slimmer, especially in the midsection. Here are a few studies to chew on:

• A 2011 study led by researchers at Vanderbilt University found that when obese adults consumed half a grapefruit or 4 ounces of 100-percent grapefruit juice before three main meals, they experienced a significant decrease in both body weight and waist circumference. Why? Perhaps because the high water content and volume of the liquid helped make participants feel fuller sooner, allowing them to eat smaller portions at the next meals.
• A 2009 study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that eating a low-glycemic-index food such as grapefruit for breakfast before exercising helps you burn 50 percent more fat.

If you're taking medications, make sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist before eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice. Grapefruit products can have potentially adverse interactions with some medications.

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Cristiano Ronaldo declared World's Richest Footballer with €148m

Today Monday March 10th, popular football website Goal.com released their Rich List and declared Real Madrid and Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo as the richest active footballer in the world.

The World Footballer of the Year held off rival Lionel Messi in the 2014 Goal Rich List with an estimated wealth of €148million. Retired footballer David Beckham was the 2013 Goal Rich List winner but since he's retired from football, he's no longer eligible to be put in the list.

Messi comes second with an estimated net worth of €146million followed by Eto'o with €85million then Wayne Rooney with €84million, and Kaka rounds off the top 5 with €82million.

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13 Google Adsense Alternatives
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Google AdSense is competitively the best advertising network to monetize your blog and it follows a pay-per-click advertising model. When AdSense first launched, they accepted nearly all websites and blogs that comply with Google Adsense Program Policies. But today, your website/blog must not only comply with Google AdSense policies but must also comply with Google Webmaster Guidelines. Even then, Google is rejecting and disabling most of the applicants.
13 Google Adsense Alternatives


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What are the alternatives to Google AdSense? Osas eye have reviewed few pay-per-click ad networks, in-text ad networks and some CPM ad networks.

1. BuySellAds

BuySellAds is an online advertising network where publishers can list their ad inventory. You get access to thousands of advertisers through their market place. The BuySellAds network supports web, mobile web, RSS, Tweets, apps (desktop, iOS, Android) and e-mail. BuySellAds is a good alternative to AdSense and is used by most professional bloggers.

Minimum Payment Amount: $20 (PayPal); $50 (Check); $500 (Wire Transfer)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Check, Wire Transfer

Programs Offered: Cost Per Impression, Fixed Rate Banner Ads, Sponsored Tweets


2. Text Link Ads


Text Link Ads are unique because they are static html links that can drive targeted traffic and help your link popularity which is a top factor in organic search engine rankings. You can use Text Link Ads along with Google AdSense or any other ad networks.

Minimum Payment Amount: No Minimum (PayPal, Payoneer); $25 (Check)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Payoneer, Check

Programs Offered: Fixed Rate Text Link Ads


3. LinkWorth


LinkWorth is an alternative to Text Link Ads. Their products consist of text link ads, paid blog reviews, in-text ads, in-content pay per click ads, rotating text ads, hosted content pages and many more.

Minimum Payment Amount: $25 (PayPal); $100 (Check, Wire Transfer, Direct Deposit)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Check, Wire Transfer, Direct Deposit (US Only)

Programs Offered: Fixed Rate Text Link Ads

4. SponsoredReviews

SponsoredReviews is a blog advertising network that allows you to build backlinks, increase traffic and improve search engine rankings of your website. If you’re a blogger then you can make money by reviewing advertiser’s websites.

Minimum Payment Amount: No Minimum

Payment Method(s): PayPal

Programs Offered: Fixed Rate Sponsored Reviews

5. ReviewMe

ReviewMe allows you to make money by reviewing products you find interesting. Price is determined by the reach of your blog. Reviews can range from $40 to $500 per review and it will be a one time fee.

Minimum Payment Amount: No Minimum (PayPal); $25 (Check, Prepaid MasterCard)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Check, ReviewMe Prepaid MasterCard

Programs Offered: Fixed Rate Sponsored Reviews

6. InfinityAds

InfinityAds (or Paypopup) is popular among Pop Under and Pop Up ads and they pay you for every thousand impressions shown on your website. The average payment rate according to their website is $1.80 per 1,000 impressions. All the websites gets auto approval and the minimum payout is just $5.

Minimum Payment Amount: $5

Payment Method(s): Check, PayPal, Wire Transfer

Programs Offered: Cost Per View


7. Clicksor


Clicksor is one of the best Google AdSense alternative which allows publishers to display advertisements related to their website content by using their contextual technology. You can place Clicksor ads along with Google AdSense ads and can even set minimum prices for CPV, CPC, CPM and CPI ads. The ad formats include Inline Text Links, Text banners, Graphical banners, Pop-unders and Interstitial ads. You receive up to 85% of the ad income and can earn extra income by referring other publishers. Clicksor pays 10% additional income every time you refer a publisher or advertiser to Clicksor network.


Minimum Payment Amount: $50 (PayPal, Check); $1,000 (Wire Transfer)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Check, Wire Transfer

Programs Offered: Cost Per Click, Cost Per Impression

8. BidVertiser

BidVertiser is another top alternative to Google AdSense which pays you for valid clicks on ads placed on your website as well as for conversions generated from those clicks. You display ads on your website or blog and advertisers bid against each other so that you earn the maximum cost per click.

Alexa Rank: #1,512

Minimum Payment Amount: $10 (PayPal); $100 (Check)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Check

Programs Offered: Cost Per Click


9. adBrite

adBrite is another Google AdSense alternative that shares 75% of the ad revenue with you and is open to small as well as large publishers. They have text ads, banner ads and full page ads. Text ads are paid out on a Cost Per Click (CPC) basis, banner ads are paid out on a Cost Per Mille (CPM) or CPC basis and full page ads are paid out on a Cost Per View (CPV) basis. All campaign ads (CPM, CPV and CPC ads) are auctioned based so the highest paying ad available is always displayed.


Minimum Payment Amount: $100

Payment Method(s): Check

Programs Offered: Cost Per Click, Cost Per Impression, Cost Per View

10. Chitika



Chitika is an online advertising network that allows publishers to display ads on their website, blog, app or mobile site. They offers publishers and advertisers user targeted, search targeted, mobile and local ads for websites, blogs, apps and mobile sites. Most publishers consider Chitika and adBrite as a perfect alternative to Google AdSense.
Minimum Payment Amount: $10 (PayPal); $50 (Check)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Check

Programs Offered: Cost Per Click

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In-Text Advertising Networks

In-Text advertising can’t be considered as an alternative to Google AdSense but you can use it along with AdSense or any other contextual ad networks like BidVertiser or Clicksor.

11. Infolinks


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Infolinks is the leader in in-text advertising which offers 70% revenue share even if you’re a newbie blogger. Infolinks follows a pay-per-click advertising model. Whenever a visitor hovers over one of these double-underlined words, an ad related to what they’re reading appears and you get paid every time a reader clicks on one of those ads.

Alexa Rank: #791

Minimum Payment Amount: $50 (PayPal, eCheck, Payoneer); $100 (Wire Transfer, Western Union)

Payment Method(s): PayPal, Wire Transfer, eCheck, Western Union, Payoneer

Programs Offered: Cost Per Click


12. Kontera

Kontera discovers the best editorial content and dynamically delivers brands’ advertising, content and social assets for optimal results. Their In Text ads are a highly effective and profitable online advertising solution for websites and blogs.

Alexa Rank: #7,914

Minimum Payment Amount: $50

Payment Method(s): Check, PayPal, Wire Transfer

Programs Offered: Cost Per Click

13. Direct Advertising

Direct Advertising is most effective way to monetize your website and it can earn you a lot of money. All you need to do is to create an “Advertise” page on your blog or website with your Google PageRank, Alexa Traffic Rank, Traffic Statistics (by Google Analytics) and the available ad formats with their rates per month.

Looking For CPM Alternatives To Google AdSense?

CPM (Cost Per Mille) stands for Cost Per 1,000 Impressions. Unlike Google AdSense which pays for only clicks, CPM networks pays for every 1,000 impressions you generate. It means that if a CPM ad network is paying you $1 CPM then it means that they’re paying you $1 for every 1,000 page views you generate. CPM Ads are the best Google AdSense alternative since you make guaranteed income from your traffic.

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