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Puzzle solutions for February 9, 2010

Puzzle solutions for February 9, 2010

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The family of William Panas Jr., 21, including, from left, sister Lauren, father William and mother Karen, were happy to hear the news of the charges yesterday.

DA’s decision: Officer charged

PHILADELPHIA. For nearly three months, William Panas Sr. has been on a crusade to get his son’s alleged killer brought to justice.

Woman: Police ignored groping

Georgia Warren felt “disgusted” with what she witnessed on a Brooklyn-bound N train as it pulled into Pacific Street around 8:45 p.m. on Feb. 1: A man shoved his crotch against a woman and touched her shoulder. The man then walked toward Warren, but she shouted, “Don’t you f—ing touch me, you pervert.”

Patrick jumps on jobs bandwagon

As Washington leaders work furiously on national job creation legislation, their Beacon Hill counterparts are now doing the same. Tomorrow, Gov. Deval Patrick is expected to detail plans that include offering a $2,500 tax credit for every new job a small business adds — a move that could wind up creating 20,000 positions.

Pre-game parties of the rich and famous

Ah, Super Bowl weekend — where there are cameras, parties and free gift rooms, there are sure to be celebrities. Here’s a smattering of who was seen out and about in Miami over the weekend.

Beanpot on its way back to the Heights

The outdoor game at Fenway Park last month went to Boston University.

TRACKING THE TECHIE TOT

Ialways swore that my child would never be a TV junkie. I would guide him with books and games and educational toys. I pledged to follow the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics — no TV ever before the age of two.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESPlant blast under investigation

Federal investigators headed to Connecticut yesterday to determine the cause of an explosion at an unfinished power plant that killed at least five workers and hospitalized dozens of others.

The Word

Stern: I’d do ‘Idol’ for $100M

Howard Stern took to his radio show yesterday to address the rumors that he’s a possible replacement for Simon Cowell for the next season of “American Idol.” To sum it up? He’s not going for it.

New York Arts

Dancing while the skinny lady sings

You’ve heard of the jukebox musical? David Parsons and singers AnnMarie Milazzo and Tyley Ross of the East Village Opera Co. offer a jukebox opera, playing nightly at the Joyce. Eleven Parsons dancers share the stage with Milazzo and Ross, who clutch microphones cranked to 11 and stroll through the action. On the recorded soundtrack, three drummers create a wall of sound so loud you — well, I — want to hide under the seat. Digital video of abstract patterns, natural landscapes and stunning architecture change for each song.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESJust the way they Drew it up

The biggest butt around the Saints never belonged to Kim Kardashian. It was always the ‘but’ surrounding Drew Brees.

National

Toyota set to recall 2010 Prius models

Japanese carmaker Toyota Motor Corp. said it was preparing a global recall of its new Prius model, risking a fresh dent to its battered reputation for quality and reliability.

International

Pressure grows for sanctions

International pressure for new sanctions against Iran grew yesterday after Tehran announced plans to make higher-enriched uranium and add 10 nuclear sites in a year, raising Western fears it wants to develop atom bombs.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESSecond blizzard roaring toward blanketed East

Another big winter storm was forecast yesterday for the U.S. mid-Atlantic still struggling to dig out from a blizzard that dumped two feet of snow and closed the federal government.

Let me count the ways ...

‘Tis the season for writing love letters. But that can be a daunting endeavor, especially when you’re not sure where to start. Should you put it in verse, use flowery language, get erotic? As with almost anything in life, the simpler you keep it, the easier (and often better) it will be. It doesn’t sound that romantic, but think of your love letter as a laundry list of the reasons why you adore your sweetheart. It’s kinda like Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s Sonnet 43: “How do you love your partner? Count the ways!” Here’s how to do it without rhyming or pulling out a thesaurus:

My Books

The facets of Anne Frank and her diary

Generations of schoolchildren have read and recognized their own experiences in the words of Anne Frank, finding surprising commonalities with this young girl despite the passage of generations and the unique horror of her situation. But according to Francine Prose’s fascinating new account of the writing of Frank’s diary, our veneration of her outpourings has eclipsed a proper assessment of Anne Frank — conscientious author.

MIX 104.1 BONUS CODE: METRO SKI

The February MMMpod features conversation from Ozzy Osbourne. Michael Emerson from "Lost" tells us about his days enjoying punk rock in Boston. We also dig up an old interview from the late great Howard Zinn. We have a song from Delta Spirit and The Soft Pack, who tell us where they got their name.

Consumer Trends

These cool gadgets are go-to gifts for travelers

From a chic picture frame to hiking boots, here are three ideas for the hip globetrotter in your life.