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September 28th, 2009

This Yacht Has Photo Blockers

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guardian.co.uk - Roman Abramovich’s latest extravagance, Eclipse, probably so-called because it’s almost big enough to block out the sun, is the world’s largest mega-yacht. Measuring 557ft long, it boasts two swimming pools, two helipads and an onboard missile defense system. And, just in case any missiles do get through, it comes complete with an escape pod: its own submarine. Its most curious feature, however, defends it against an altogether more insidious weapon: the prying eyes of the paparazzi. Story