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Hugh Bollinger
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Itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny, yellow polka-dot bikini

Now here's a novel energy saving idea from the UK: when you go to the beach this summer, plug in your iPod, camera, or MP3 player to a solar powered iKini so you won't worry about running out of power. At nearly $200/each, the new solar powered iKini may be the "next big thing" in beach attire. [caption id="attachment_4427" align="aligncenter" width="468" caption="Solar powered iKini photo credit: Caters News Agency, UK"][/caption] The BBC and various UK news agencies just announced a flexible solar fabric that has been used to develop the iKinis. So far, the swim suits only come in women's designs but that hasn't stopped the wry humor of the British. [caption id="attachment_4432" align="aligncenter" width="468" caption="Solar powered bikini credit: Pugh"][/caption] The iKini puts a totally new spin on the old 1950's beach song! WHB
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