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In the quest to provide a better quality life for humanity, Magnetizer and its BioMagnetic Laboratories have compiled the following BioMagnetic products for those who wish to learn and use magnetics in health and healing.
Magnetizer believes there product will be helpful for complimentary, alternative health treatments. They are intended to be an adjunct to the advice or treatment recommended by a physician or other health practitioner.
Professional health care practitioners use Biomagnets as a compli- mentery health care product to promote the body's energy to help heal more rapidly. They are also used by millions of people all over the world who enjoy the benefits of Biomagnetic therapy.
Magnetic Therapy has been used for over 5000 years to treat
many common health issues and some that are not so common.
Known as lodestones, the Chinese first used the power of this magnetic stone to help heal disease over 5000 years ago.
Cleopatra used them as a beauty aid.
Paracelcus, a scientist in the late 1400's, used them successfully to treat the cause of seizures and many other illnesses that at the time had no known cure.
Today, Biomagnetic Therapy is used worldwide to treat broken bones, conquer pain, relieve carpal tunnel, arthritis, increase vitality and help the body heal itself from even chronic disease.
Biomagnetics is the science where specifically designed magnets are used to manipulate the electrical charge of the human cell back to a healthy state.
MAGNETIZER and its International Research Division is a leader in the evolution of this science and as a result has created a series of State-Of-The-Art, very small and powerful Rare Earth Biomagnets for the treatment of various health problems.
All magnets are not the same. Size and material composition determine the power of a magnet. Biomagnets from MAGNETIZER are available in three different sizes and are designed using the most powerful, available magnetic material in the world - known as Rare Earth, Neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB). Recognized within the last few years for its outstanding permanent magnetic properties, Rare Earth (NdFeB) is literally regarded as a Biomagnetic break-through.
Rare Earth Iron Biomagnets are 50-100 times more powerful
than ordinary Biomagnets available on the market today. The result
is improved deep tissue penetration for energizing the body quicker
for its own self-healing mechanism. This is absolutely necessary
in order to have a positive healing effect on cell tissue. The
strength of Rare Earth Biomagnets can comprehensively energize
the body for many health conditions that ordinary Biomagnets cannot
- a very important factor to consider when choosing Biomagnets.
Anyone can use Biomagnets at any time. When properly designed
with guided instructions, biomagnets are a safe and natural way
of treating common health issues. The art of helping the body
heal itself with biomagnets has influenced many people. The following
testimonials are written either in first person or taken from
case studies.
This is an unsolicited endorsement detailing how the magnets from your company have worked for me. I am a 70 year old man who has advanced diabetes and arthritis. These conditions have severely limited my mobility for several years. Even with raised seats, it was still a struggle for me to get up out of a chair.
I first heard about your company through my sister-in-law and immediately went on to your web site and was definitely intrigued. My wife and I ordered some, then continued talking about it and then ordered the magnets for the water and the oxygen drops and a couple of days later even ordered the growth hormone and the book. If we had to do it over again we would have ordered the entire package in the beginning as was recommended and make the suggestion for anyone reading this that they also order the entire package from the onset.
The magnets first went on my knees and hips and soon the pain subsided and in two days I was able to raise myself out of my chair without using my arms and hands as levers and for balance.
My wife has a sleep disorder as well as other general aches and pains. She has been using the magnets as directed for depression and sleep, including the ones on the top of her head and has slept well the past few nights. She has done so well, she is even willing to not take her regular dose of melatonin and just use the magnets. She has also suffered an ache in her left foot for over two years. The pain comes and goes, worsens and improves. Even with X-rays and seeking opinions and treatment from a podiatrist and orthopedic surgeon, the pain continued. Last night she walked across the room and her foot hurt. She immediately put one magnet on the top of her foot and the pain subsided instantly. She was absolutely ecstatic.
We are today using the demagnetized water, growth hormone and doing the treatments. We feel this has improved our overall general well being and feelings of vitality, as well as the specific items mentioned above. Spreading the word to some relatives has prompted them to order some magnets also. We feel confident, they will have the same positive reaction we have experienced.
Keep up the good work. We are definitely impressed and feeling
better than we have in quite some time, even years.
Mr. Alfred Ayers suffered in pain and discomfort. He couldn't
walk more than 100 meters without gasping for breath, and then
only aided with his cane. His doctor diagnosed his problem as
coronary thrombosis and told him without bypass surgery, he wouldn't
live more than 5 years. Mr. Ayers had neither the money, nor insurance
to cover the operation. He was extremely worried and anxious when
a close friend encouraged him to wear this "new gadget"
called a Magnetizer BioMagnet as a pendant. That was 1994. In
April of 1995, Mr. Ayers returned to his doctor for a checkup.
He was not surprised to find out that his heart condition had
healed without surgery or expensive medicines because he could
walk long distances now, and climb overpasses with ease and without
his cane. Mr. Ayers states, "At present, I still wear my
Magnetizer BioMagnets for maintenance…Perhaps its worth mentioning
here that as a bonus, BioMagnets helped me get rid of my arthritis.
Thank you BioMagnets." Mr.Ayers
"I was in a coma, dying from Pancreatitis. Horrified,
my son asked the doctor if he could try an Advanced BioMagnetic
Therapy. The doctor said 'try anything you want.' Biomagnets were
applied and within 2 days I regained consciousness. It's been
over a year since using Magnetizer BioMagnets. I'm alive, happy,
very healthy and continue to use BioMagnets to maintain my vitality."
(Case on file) A.G., S.B., CA
In yet another case study, a doctor by profession and mother of a nine-year old boy shares the following testimonial. "Its no joke playing mother to an adopted nine-year-old boy who is an epileptic. Imagine seeing him suffer grand mal seizures despite unpleasant medications such as Tegretol 2013 mg. that he had to take three times daily. But, things changed for the better when one day, I brought home a set of Magnetizer BioMagnets and applied them on him. I told him that this was much safer for his body since the magnets are applied externally. He has been on daytime and nighttime treatments since December 1995. The results? Id say quite satisfactory because his intake of medication has been reduced to once a day and he hasn't suffered an attack since then." E.L.M.T., M.D.
Magnetizer suggests that the above treatment be used as
an adjunct to professional care; not as a substitute.
I am the father of three children. My youngest is now two.
When she was 6 months old, I was diagnosed with a malignant brain
tumor with no options. I was given 2 months to live. My heart
was heavy and I was depressed. A friend asked me if I wanted to
meet people that were involved with alternative healing. I thought
to myself, what do I have to lose? That meeting changed my life.
I met Peter Kulish, founder of Magnetizer. He immediately prescribed
a BioMagnetic treatment plan that included Meridian Energizing
Treatment, Daytime Sternum Treatment and Nighttime Treatment.
I drank Magnetized Negative Water, took Stabilized Oxygen (MSO),
changed my eating habits and added colloidal minerals to my diet.
I was determined to get well. Its over a year later now and all
traces of the tumor are gone. Today I am cancer-free. I live in
Malaysia with my beautiful wife and children and work for the
company that is dedicated to helping humanity. Thank-you, Magnetizer.
R.L., Malaysia
In 1994 I was diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in my
right hand. The pain was excruciating. I tried physical therapy,
acupuncture, rest and a brace. Nothing helped. The pressure was
too much. Within four years the pain had traveled up my arm. It
was debilitating. I could no longer perform simple tasks such
as lifting a book, writing or combing my hair. I consulted a neurosurgeon
for help. He said I had nerve damage and suggested surgery, as
the only cure. Surgery didn't appeal to me and I felt there had
to be something else that could help me. Then I heard about Magnetizer.
I wore the BioMagnets and within six days the pain that I had
suffered with for four years was 80% better. Within 2 more weeks
I was playing tennis. I know that sounds unbelievable, but its
true. I feel like a miracle happened for me. Thank you Magnetizer
for helping my body heal in a natural way. M. Rosensweet, CA
I had considerable pain in my hip joint and was scheduled
for hip replacement surgery. A friend of mine suggested I try
Magnetizer BioMagnets. I did and after a few days noticed a significant
reduction of pain. A week later the pain subsided even more: I
was able to walk in the garden again. My walking improved and
I continued to feel better, so much so that, in fact, I canceled
my hip surgery all together. Now I swim one and 1/4 miles daily
and I can easily walk a flight of stairs. J.H., CA
Two years ago, I suffered from severe backache. The pain
would occur every time my workload got heavy. One day, I attended
a seminar on BioMagnetics held by the Magnetizer Group. Hoping
to solve my problem, I borrowed a set of BioMagnets and placed
them over the affected area. I waited overnight for the results.
The following day my back pain was gone. I was cured and impressed
to say the least. I also drank Magnetized Negative Water to supplement
the treatment. From that time on, I haven't complained about my
back pain. Now I am really determined to use a whole set, not
only for my family, but also to help those who wish to be relieved
of any illness. Mrs. Evelyn Capoy
I have proven for myself the effectiveness of Magnetizer
BioMagnets. One time when I was having a bad asthma attack. I
placed a BioMagnet on my sternum and immediately felt relief.
Unlike drugs, that took many agonizing minutes before feeling
better, the magnets worked instantly. I told myself that if I
ever felt uneasy about pain or any disease that came my way, the
answer would be BioMagnets. Mr. Antonio Martinez
At first, I couldn't believe that this little device called
a BioMagnet could heal any illness. Eventually, however, I became
convinced about the healing power of Magnetizer Rare Earth BioMagnets
through my own experience. I had a toothache. Out of curiosity
and perhaps for want of a cure to relieve me of my misery, I placed
a magnet on my left jaw, the side where the aching tooth was.
Just like some sort of magic, the pain disappeared within exactly
five minutes. One time after that, I tried it for a headache.
It also disappeared after a few minutes. These experiences totally
convinced me that Magnetizer BioMagnets indeed, can do healing
wonders for any kind of disease. What's good about this therapeutic
alternative, (unlike drugs), is that it doesn't cause any negative
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I was suffering constant pain in my right wrist due to a
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and until I discovered the healing power of Magnetizer's
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day, the swelling started to subside. The entire healing process
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days, but when I place my magnets on the injured area for about
one hour, the pain ends. I have told many of my friends about
Magnetizer BioMagnets and I will continue to do so in the coming
years as I have experienced the success story of BioMagnets for
healing. Ron Smith, Canada
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Bernick's is partnering with the St. Cloud Area Family YMCA, in conjunction with the St. Cloud Times and KCLD, to bring the Bernick's Family Fitness Series to the community. The Bernick's Family Fitness Series consists of four events throughout the year, aiming to increase the level of physical activity in families within the community.
The mission of the Bernick's Family Fitness Series is to continue improving the health and wellness of our community through a series of fun, educational, and activity based seasonal family friendly fitness events that promote healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. Following the YMCA's mission of inclusiveness, every family will have equal opportunity to participate in these events, which are designed to target all families in the St. Cloud area, specifically those who are not currently physically active. What makes the Family Fitness Series different from other events in our community is that we will have activities that all ages and skill levels can participate in as a family.
To register for the events, please visit www.scymca.org.
The Bernick's Family Fitness Series 2014 events are:
The Bernick Family Foundation is excited to that it has awarded more than $221,000 in grants focused on enriching the lives of youth and improving health through the Central Minnesota Community Foundation.
The latest round of grants supported the following community projects:
In addition to the competitive grants, the Bernick Family Foundation provided $51,000 in ongoing support to a number of nonprofits, including the Central Minnesota Council of the Boy Scouts, CentraCare Health Foundation, St. Cloud Technical and Community College Foundation, United Way of Central Minnesota, Central Minnesota Community Foundation and College of St. Scholastica.
The Bernick Family Foundation also allocated an additional $20,000 to award in scholarships this spring for students pursuing two and four year college educations. To apply or learn more, visit CommunityGiving.org and click on Scholarships.
All the applicants were 501(c) (3) nonprofit organizations, schools or government entities serving communities in which Bernick's provides services. The Community Foundation received 127 Letters of Inquiry for the grants that focus on youth and education or health and fitness. Funding could go toward capital projects, strategic investments in operations, and programmatic support.
The Bernick Family Foundation was established as a component of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation in 1989 to help the Bernick's corporation and the Bernick family support organizations that reflect their core values, while providing leadership in responding to emerging community needs.
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In an effort to conserve water, homeowners across the country have replaced their lawns with artificial turf. One city has had enough and is taking a stance against the faux grass. City leaders in Glendale, CA, have banned artificial turf and have begun issuing warnings to violators. Enforcement officials have issued six notices of violation to residents who, despite the city-wide ban that was approved nearly three months ago, cling tenaciously to their artificial front lawns.
Glendale permits the turf to be installed in backyards, away from public view, but the City Council will not tolerate the fake grass in front yards. Councilmembers have voiced concerns about lead poisoning and other environmental hazards, including the heat-island effect, which occurs when unnatural surfaces are heated. One method of reducing the heat-island effect, which can earn a LEED credit, is to cover heat producing surfaces with native grasses, thereby reducing the energy required to cool that surface.


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Three more candidates have filed qualifying papers to run for local office, including two candidates for mayor of Deerfield Beach, incumbent Jean Robb and Commissioner Joe Tractenberg. Filing deadlines vary, with some falling as late as Jan. 19. New listings are in boldface type:
-- COCONUT CREEK: For three City Council seats, three-year terms. District B: incumbent Abe Niss. District C: incumbent George Gerber. District E: incumbent Patti Cecere.


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- "The wise trader finds the best opportunities, even if he must travel far to find them. Skyrim is a ripe opportunity indeed."
- ―Ri'saad[src]
Ri'saad is a Khajiit roving merchant who can be found traveling between Whiterun and Markarth. He is an experienced traveling merchant, having visited Skyrim on many earlier occasions. According to Ma'dran, it was Ri'saad's idea to come to Skyrim during the Civil War, as he saw great opportunity where others saw danger.
He claims to not be welcome in Elsweyr or Cyrodiil most likely due to his Moon Sugar dealings. According to Adonato Leotelli, a famous author living in Windhelm, he came to Skyrim with Ri'saad and his caravan. During a Falmer attack, one of Ri'saad's associates, Bhisha, was killed. Leotelli says that this saved them all.
Ri'saad travels with Atahbah and Ma'randru-jo, two fellow Khajiit travelers. The trio is protected by Khayla, their guard. However, many of the merchants from other Khajiit caravans cite Ri'saad as the one who led them to Skyrim.
If the Dragonborn becomes a Thieves Guild member, at one point he/she delivers moon sugar to him, despite the fact that he complains about being denied access to cities due to Nordic stereotyping of Khajiit as Skooma dealers and thieves. Doing so unlocks all Khajiit trading caravan merchants as fences for stolen goods.
If Malborn survives after Diplomatic Immunity, he will be found hiding in the New Gnisis Cornerclub in Windhelm from the Khajiit Thalmor assassin, J'datharr. Ri'saad may be found near the assassin outside the city and the Dragonborn may ask about J'datharr being part of his caravans. Ri'saad will deny this and will admit his dislike for the Thalmor.
If the Dragonborn approaches him whilst not wearing any armor or clothes, he will say "This one suggests donning some apparel", as all Khajiit say.
Caravan DialogueEdit
The following are interactions observed between Ri'saad and the other caravan members.
- Atahbah: My bones ache for the Moonsugar. It has been too long since I tasted it.
- Ri'saad: You know that our supply is limited. It could be a season or more before we get a new shipment from the south.
- Atahbah: My ears hear the truth in your words, and yet my body shakes with the need.
- Ri'saad: Control yourself! Do not frighten our customers away with your fits.
- Atahbah:Yes, of course, you are right. Still, I would give much for even a few grains of Moonsugar.
- Ri'saad: Put the thought out of your mind, and do not speak of it again.
- Ri'saad and his caravan are mentioned in the book "Ghosts in the Storm".


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WASHINGTON - Names can mean a lot. The commissioners of Charles County think so, so they're holding a contest to give a species of fish an image upgrade.
The snakehead comes from Asia, but it's been in the area for a few years. It's a tough-looking customer, eating anything that swims its way.
Those in the know say they're tasty, but who's going to order a snakehead for dinner? Not many. National Geographic has already called the snakehead "fishzilla," but that's not much better.
That's what the commissioners want to fix. They're holding a contest to rename the snakehead, and you can enter here. Take your best shot - only one entry per person.
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Next-gen iPhone rumored for April
The next iPhone will appear as soon as April and will include a host of upgrades that include a dual-core processor, improved graphics, video chat, an OLED display, plus - and this one is hard to believe - a removable battery. Or so say two reports out of Korea on Tuesday, one from The Korea Times and the other from Telecoms …
4G Rumours
I don't want holographic displays, laserz and pico projectors, here's my wish list for the 4G:
- customisable home screen
- bigger clock
- my own wallpaper as background
- my own message alert tone
- calendar event notification on the home screen
It's the little things... but I miss my CTU ring tone!
iPhone Ring Tone Maker. I use the Mac version but I think there is a Windows version available too. Import and crop any sound and it uploads it to Ringtones in iTunes, ready to sync to your iPhone!
Jailbreak it...
... and you get all that you wish for...
@Paul Naylor re: ringtones
your can't use uploaded ringtones for alert sounds such as text messages or email notification, only for the actual phone ring or for alarms etc.
Unfortunately you have to jailbreak your phone, and it costs a few quid I think...
But ToneFXs works really well for changing text message, voicemail, email, calendar, keyboard click, photo shutter, etc ect...
It'll also let you shuffle your ringtones (no idea why you would want to... but there you go)
True, you can't do it for message alerts, which I thought was a bit of a bummer (on my previous SE my message alert was "Bad Robot", from the end of Lost. I know, I'm a geek...) but wasn't a deal breaker for me getting the iPhone. It would be cool to have it though as several of us in the office have iPhones and whenever an email arrives we all simulataneously reach for our phones to see if it's us.
Sounds like you need
...a Nexus one. You can have all of that.
Dual core. No multi-tasking apps allowed. Does not make sense. The reason cited by Apple was multi-tasking apps would consume too much power... dual core multi-tasking apps would use even more power. Perhaps the new display uses less power so everything is OK now ?
Also, it'll be out in June, in short supply - SNAFU.
Dual core failure
You understand what dual-core means, right? And what multi-threaded means? And that the iPhone can be doing plenty of parallel things without multi-tasking apps?
The iPhone multitasks OS level events even when 3rd party apps are running.
And they never said never...
Feel free to explain why Apple don't want any 3rd party apps to be multi-threaded due to increased consumption of power, but now it seems 2 cores will run apps concurrently and this somehow does not use more power ?
"- customisable home screen
- bigger clock
- my own wallpaper as background
- my own message alert tone
- calendar event notification on the home screen"
All of which exist even in my workphone crackberry 8900....
And as for:
"Dual core. No multi-tasking apps allowed. Does not make sense."
Perhaps Apple is simply reserving a full CPU core for their GUI/OS and allowing the App(s) to have a single, full CPU to play with? It would certainly SEEM like improved performance (as long as they stay at relatively the same [or faster!] MHz speed).
Mine's with the pinch of salt in the pocket.
OA/app segregation
Actually, that wouldn't surprise me - I've bought a few apps which turn out to be resource hogs, and most users might perceive this simply as 'my iphone is running dog-slow'. If Apple intended to run the OS, phone, alerts etc off one core, and apps off the other, it would seem blatantly obvious what was performing well and what wasn't. Either that, or it's all about allowing multi-tasking instead.
Sure, they could continue with the same operating model, but then dual-core would only be any use when an app had been coded to be multi-threaded, and that requires properly thought-out app design. A sizeable number of the apps are thrown together, and I see no reason why that will change.
Reserving a core for the OS and core apps (phone messaging, GPS), is not only a farking brilliant idea for a dual core phone, but would also be totally awesome on a desktop OS, I have 8 cores here, I'd happily lock one out if it meant I'd never see a GUI freeze, under any circumstances.
That can be done very easily with a simple daemon to alter process cpu affinities ;)
Sadly it doesn't work like that. If your GUI runs on one thread, and you have two explorer windows open, they are both sharing the one thread. If one waits until the CD-drive spins up so it can access it, the other one is frozen and cannot do anything.
It's the reason that Chrome pioneered having each tab in the browser run as a separate process, so one tab loading something like a flash movie would not lock up the others.
A comment from Nokia, and all the other wannabes and has beens
Or not
What does this offer that Nokia, LG, Samsung etc. etc. etc. haven't been offereing for ooh, 7 or 8 years?
What the iPhone offers...
It offers what the others have done, sure and the some, with the iPhone it's been done *well*...
let it be April the 1st, please,please, please.
Oh God, please let it be April the 1st.
Oh dear...
No mention of a flash on the damn camera then?
I wonder if Facebook could implement an automatic block of "Uploaded via facebook mobile for iphone" notifications instead, I'm fed up with my "friends" continually uploading silhouettes of people!
Please, please add a flash, even a little LED flash would do. The fact it has gone on without one for some long is just a joke.
Appleinsider has an article saying apple is buying up oodles of LCD flash components.
That is all.
What I want is ...
an IPhone Nano for under £100 on Tesco Mobile PAYG.
And for Das Reg to give a monthly rumour-to-hitrate report telling us which of these Apple rumouroids ever come to fruition.
If I wanted dual-core, opengl 2.0, doodads etc. I'd buy a laptop.
Nuff said
... and what I want ...
Like @MobiFan said. I don't see what's so hard about fitting the iPhone goodness into a candybar format. My mobile sits in the 'coin pocket' of my jeans at all times. I don't wear a jacket or want to stuff it in a bag. Apple's phones (and all their imitators from Nokia to LG) are too big for me.
screen size speculation
Stamp-sized screens are not futureproof; they have to leave room for googlespam.
The 4G iphone will probably come in 3 screen sizes, pebble (today's), slate (10") and tombstone (27").
The coat comes with a fashionable matching 27" rockwool case...
An increase in screen resolution fits in with other rumours
specifically the one floating around which claims some developers are being primed to make their apps less resolution dependent, with this being baked into the next release of the SDK. And this without even having to invoke the tablet.
So it's a bit faster again, and now included video calling (which nobody uses anyway).
Wow, groundbreaking. They'll be sold out for months though.
4G moniker
Presumably, if they do go with 4G, and people bemoan the confusing caused, Steve will ask the various network consortia working on the 4G spec to "just change it's name" ;-)
Not that big a deal really!
Rumour mill started to turn early...
...Last year we had about 4 months of hype up to the release of the 3GS, with claims of 5 Megapixel camera, even slimmer design than 3G, the apple logo on the back being a flash, 4 models of it being released including an iPhone Nano, OLED screen, FM transmission and receiver, a rubber backed body, as well as a 4GB version...
Seems that the rumour mill has started already, with everyone trying to get in on the "Guess the features" bandwagon.
If I was Apple, and I suspected certain companies of leaking information, I'd feed one with false information, such as a removal battery, and another with information about releasing it earlier than usual, then sit back and see which companies you can and can't trust...
iPhone ringtones
offer the new phone to large corporate clients as a "litmus test"
this doesn't make much sense, because they already know they'll sell the things faster than they can get them to the shops
that said - didn't they only release the original SDK to corporations, and then to a limited number of individuals, and then finally to everyone?
Never understood
Why the iPhone can't use an MP3 as a ringtone (without complicated conversions to ringtones and uploading them to the phone). It's been a feature on every other phone I've owned for years. Select a song and set it as your ringtone. Simples.
Removable Battery
Under Battery regulations from Europe you have to be able to remove batteries from any device containing one, except under specific circumstances to do with basic function, safety and security of the product. Since none of these factors apply to the iPhone in particular, then Apple face fines and bans if they do not comply. Watch for the spinning of the replaceable battery as a 'green' change. It kinda is, as that is why the regulations were written in the first place to enable easy recycling of the batteries. They could turn round and ignore the regulations again but that would really be taking the p*&^s.
"except under specific circumstances"
That'd be the volatility of the cells then...
Its all cock and nonsense...
This is all a load of Bullshite...
The iPhoneHD widescreen is due in June. and goes by the name iPhone 3GOSH (3G, Oled, S, HD)
its screen will be 1 pixel bigger < (Yes 21943 x 7 = very wide screen)
its camera will be 1 pixel more (see above)
its processor is 1 Hz faster
it has 1 bit more ram
it has a smaller battery
theres one more letter in its alphabet.
and it has an extra button.
rumor has it that it has an extra dimension, but leaked photo's have failed to show it.
I'd have gon with simply "4G or not 4G?" That, after all, is the question.
New features?
I don't have an iPhone, but I have met several owners who wave it in my face and tell me about all the "awesome new stuff!" you can do, which in reality amounts to erm... being able to zoom in and out of photos by pinching your fingers on the screen.
I hadn't actually noticed the lack of that most basic of 3G features, a secondary camera for video calling. No doubt Apple will sell this as a world first despite this being commonplace on 3G phones for at least 5 years.
Look, if your not interested...
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Date: Sunday, April 11, 1993
Considered one of the oldest developed areas in the town of Colonie, Boght (pronounced "bout") Corners still has a surprising amount of undeveloped land for such a desirable location.
Boght Corners, which is a relatively large area (not an intersection), is located west of Cohoes, east of the Northway, south of the bike trail along the Mohawk river and northwest of Swatling/ Miller Road, which zig-zags across routes 7 and 2. For many years Boght Corners was known as Groesbeck's Corners. The name Boght is an Anglicized version of "Het Bocht," which is Dutch for "the bend" in the river.
With the exception of a few historic dwellings, most of the individual homes are conservative older buildings dating back 50 years or more. Newer homes consist of capes, bungalows, ranches, raised ranches and familiar traditional styles, ranging from Colonial to Victorian.
"I've lived here all of my life," said Jacob Oreshan, who will be 72 years old in May. "My parents moved up here from New York City and purchased farmland. When I got married I purchased a 50-acre farm and began a cattle and milk business, which grew to the point that I rented more acreage above and below my farm.
"This is a wonderful neighborhood where we all try to do whatever we can to help one another. There was a time, however, that we knew everybody, but now there are so many new homes that it's hard to keep up," he said. "Today, people come and go, especially many of the trailer homeowners and people who rent."
Most residents in the Boght Corners area do their shopping along Route 9, or elsewhere.
"That's the beauty of living here, we're within close range to so many shopping centers. We can go to Cohoes, Troy, Latham, Albany and Saratoga within minutes," added Oreshan, who in addition to serving as a commissioner of the Boght Volunteer Fire Department, served as a Republican committeeman for 25 years.
Residents also benefit from the Colonie Town Park located above the bike trail along the Mohawk River. Oreshan said that the town purchased the area for the park after the New York Central Railroad ceased its operation through the neighborhood. In addition to biking, there are also picnicking spots and two swimming pools.
The sign of the Reformed Church of the Boght cq on Boght Road says it was the first church to be built north of Albany. It was organized by the Classis of Albany (the governing body of church officials) on Feb. 22, 1784. POPULATION: There are approximately 1,418 taxable parcels in Boght Corners (figure reflects single dwellings and parcels of land as large as 80 acres).
POLITICS: The Colonie Town Board is Republican.
TAXES: Residents pay a rate of $127.3234 per $1,000 of the assessed value for town and county for 1993 and $248.92 per $1,000 of the assessed value for school for 1992-'93.
SCHOOLS: Children attend Boght Elementary School for grades K-6, Shaker Junior High School for grades 7-8, and Shaker High School for grades 9-12.
HOUSING: Approximately $85,000 to $130,000.
POLICE, FIRE, HOSPITALS: Colonie Town Police, Boght Volunteer Fire Department, Albany and Troy hospitals.
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AMENITIES: Restaurants, cleaners, gas stations, convenience stores, gift shops, garden stores and Guptil's Roller Skating area along Route 9, Colonie Town Park and major shopping malls in Latham, Cohoes, Troy, Schenectady and Albany.
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FRANKLIN CO., Kan. (WIBW) - Update July 30, 2012: The victim in the head-on collision near Ottawa Saturday has been identified as Terri Lynn Noble. Lt. Curtis Hall with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office says alcohol may have played a role in the accident, but the office is awaiting results and the investigation is ongoing.
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A woman is being treated at the University of Kansas Medical Center after a head-on collision in Franklin County.
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The IRS released new guidance on the requirement that employers provide information to employees on the cost of employer-provided group health plan coverage (Notice 2012-9). The guidance comes in the form of 39 questions and answers. It supersedes Notice 2011-28 and makes changes to requirements that were issued in Notice 2011-28.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, P.L. 111-148, requires employers to report the "aggregate reportable cost" of "applicable employer-sponsored coverage" under an employer-sponsored group health plan on Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement. To give employers more time to update their payroll systems, the IRS made this requirement optional for all employers for 2011 Forms W-2 due in 2012 (Notice 2010-69). The first time that employers need to report these amounts is on 2012 Forms W-2 furnished in January 2013. Last year, the IRS provided further relief for small employers filing fewer than 250 Forms W-2 by making the reporting requirement optional for them for 2012 Forms W-2 (Notice 2011-28).
Applicable employer-sponsored coverage means coverage under any group health plan that an employer makes available to the employee and that is excludible from the employee's gross income under Sec. 106, but it excludes long-term-care coverage, any coverage under a separate dental or vision policy, or any coverage described in Sec. 9832(c)(1) (for example, accident or disability income insurance, supplemental liability insurance, etc.). It also excludes amounts contributed to an Archer medical savings account (MSA) or a health savings account (HSA), or salary reduction contributions to a health flexible spending account (FSA), although special rules apply in determining aggregate reportable cost where the employer offers a health FSA.
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This week's batch of Blu-ray releases offer quality over quantity. Unlike some weeks, there aren't a big slew of choices. But there are several solid picks to make for some worthwhile viewing.
It's always noteworthy when Quentin Tarantino makes a film, and while 'Inglourious Basterds' is certainly no 'Pulp Fiction' it does have its share of entertaining moments and the usual eyebrow-raising storytelling that the director has become known for. Plus Brad Pitt offers up another quality performance, as does Christoph Waltz as the movie's main villain.
Coming off the heels of Tarantino's success in the mid-90s, Paul Thomas Anderson began delivering equally entertaining epics. His breakthrough film 'Boogie Nights' hits Blu-ray this week, with its fast-paced look at the porn industry of the 70s and 80s. Should be a winner for your sound system, too, with a classic 70s soundtrack setting the tone for the movie.
If you're looking for something a little lighter, or a lot lighter, check out 'The Hangover,' which could make a strong case as funniest movie of the year. And if that's not enough humor for you, there's an enormous Mel Brooks Collection due out this week that ought to keep you laughing for days featuring nine movies.
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Life is "rice and easy" in Crowley this weekend. The 76th International Rice Festival is in full swing. The highlight of the day was the always fierce and entertaining rice eating contest. Twelve contestants competed
The stage was set in front of the courthouse and the players started taking their seats. The first to volunteer was two-time champion William Istre, who holds the record of most rice scoops at 37.
"Eat as much as I can. I hope I can break the record again," said Istre.
But Istre realizes he forgot his lucky spoon. Can he handle the pressure?
"I just wanna win! That's all," he added.
Istre needs all the luck he can get. There was stiff competition. Younger contestants with hardy appetites, a beauty queen, and the 1992 rice-eating champion.
"Just shove it down as fast as you can. Don't worry about the taste," said Rudy Ruddock, the 1992 champ.
Signing up at the last minute were two brothers from Crowley. Their strategy?
"We're just gonna shove it in our mouths!" said Chris Betrand.
The announcer yelled for the contestants to start. They had 10-minutes to chow down all the rice they can eat. The young ones started off strong, but started to lose steam. At the halfway point, Bertrand was in the lead with Istre close behind. The clock stopped. The competition so close the judges needed a moment to deliberate. Finally a decision was made, a new champion was crowned. Betrand won with 25 scoops, Istre a close second with 24 scoops.
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Pork chops made with apples is an easy and fast recipe that my kids love. I keep pork chops in the freezer for nights I know I will be in a rush. The apples add great flavor to the pork and the balsamic vinegar gives a bit of a sweet and tangy taste.
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Karl Lagerfeld photographed Jon Kortajarena, Heidi Mount and Kati Nescher for the November 2012 issue of Marie Claire Spain.
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Before flying to the French Riviera tomorrow for the festival de Cannes, the Parisian Jet-Set had one last chore to take care today, the Chanel 2012 2013 Cruise collection presented in the sunny gardens of the Chateau de Versailles. I mean location wise it does not get better than that!
The target of those cruises collections are wealthy women who travelled on cruise ships in winter ... pretty much everybody right? It was oppulant and decandent but chic and sophisticated, double denim and drama queens ... Madame de Pompadour would approved.
I don't know about you but I like Jon Kortajarena as the gardener ... and this arrosoir, fabuleux ... I want it!!!!
Domenico and Stefano with models Elbio Bonsaglio, Paolo Roldan, Simone Bredariol, Nicolo Novelli, Sergio Cazzaniga and Vinicius, on the cover of Chinese Numéro Homme shot by Tiziano Magni. More of this gorgeous refreshing summer editorial after the jump.
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Madonna new music video for Girl Gone Wild premiere on E! last night in the US. The video directed by photographers Mert & Marcus is a classic old school Madonna with a modern twist.
It's like Vogue, meets Erotica, meets Express Yourself ... as a Madonna's fan from day one it's pure heaven!
I love that the video is in black and white and features some of our favorite male models like Sean O'Pry, Jon Kortajarena, Rob Evans and even Simon Nessman. I mean it's pretty much like she did her casting on OhLaLa ;-) Madonna plus my favorite models (making out) and my favorite duo photographers ... I could not have asked for something more amazing!
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Because I Dread The Loss Of Heaven
And The Pains Of Hell
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And I Want So Badly To Be Good..."
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Promoting Healthier Behavior
Education programmes related to sexual and reproductive health have gone through a number of changes over the past several decades, many related to sensitivity about addressing sexuality. The topic has been called variously education for parenthood (especially for pregnant teens), family life education (which has sometimes omitted sexuality aspects altogether), population education (with a wide range of contents and approaches) or, more recently, life planning or life skills education (which may or may not include sexuality).
Since the ICPD, sexuality, reproductive health, life skills and life planning have all been acknowledged as key components of reproductive health education. Gender issues, which were missing from many of the earlier efforts, now also receive priority attention.
Instruction methods have also changed, from a didactic approach to one with a greater emphasis on student participation and the acquisition of skills, particularly communication skills.
Based on a review of U.S.-based sexuality education programmes, one expert concluded that school-based programmes are most successful when they give a clear, consistent message based on accurate information; focus on reducing sexual behaviours that lead to unintended pregnancy and infection; are specific to age and culture; are based on a theoretical framework proven to change health behaviours; use teaching methods that involve students, are skill-based and address social pressures; and motivate and train teachers to participate.(10)
Teachers need to be prepared to deal with the sensitive issues surrounding HIV transmission. A study of school-based AIDS programmes in Botswana, Malawi and Uganda found that lack of time, resources and teacher training undermined curriculum-based education as well as counselling and peer education.(11) A study in Colombia found that, "teachers are often unprepared to discuss sexuality with adolescents".(12) An evaluation of a successful and now-compulsory AIDS education programme in Zimbabwe found that curricula writers and teachers needed more training in participatory techniques.(13)
A study in Mexico, South Africa and Thailand in 2000 found that students have a lot to learn about HIV and safer sex.(14) The Colombian study found that "young people tend to be poorly informed regarding their own sexuality and health including contraception, family planning and HIV/AIDS matters".(15)
Yet a recent study of 107 countries found that 44 did not include AIDS education in their school curricula.(16)
Sexuality education has great potential to reach a large audience, at least in countries where a high proportion of young people attend school. A major challenge is to expand the use of approaches and curricula that have been successfully tested on a small scale.
from Mexico, South Africa and Thailand have identified
some key attributes of successful school-based programmes
to address HIV/AIDS:
A common misconception among parents and community leaders is that providing sexuality education will lead young people to become sexually active at an early age. Evaluations have shown such fears to be unfounded. In the two most exhaustive reviews of studies on school-based programmes, WHO and the U.S. National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy both concluded that sexuality education programmes do not promote or lead to an increase in sexual activity among young people.(17) The U.S. study also found that HIV programmes were more likely to reduce the number of sex partners and increase the use of condoms.
Still, there continues to be a debate, particularly in the United States, about the virtues of teaching only about abstinence as a means of preventing unwanted pregnancy and STIs, versus providing more comprehensive information on prevention.
THE ABCS OF HIV/AIDS PREVENTION Turning back the pandemic will require a variety of approaches incorporating both prevention and treatment. The costs of prevention—financial, social and personal—are significantly lower than the costs of treatment. An approach that has become increasingly popular, particularly in Africa, is the "ABC" approach—Abstain from sex, Be faithful to one partner, and use Condoms correctly and consistently. A fourth part of the message, "D", refers to harm reduction in areas of high drug use (either injecting drug use or recreational use of alcohol). Some also refer to ABC+, which includes the message to get tested and treated for STIs (which increase the risk of transmission of HIV in unprotected sex).
Evidence suggests that many young people are changing their behaviour as they become more aware of HIV/AIDS and how to avoid it. HIV prevalence in Uganda has been reduced, in large part because young people abstain, have their first sexual relations later and have fewer sexual partners than they did a few years ago, and those who engage in sexual activity are more likely to use condoms.
The ABC(D) message is straightforward, but social, cultural and gender norms make its implementation in some places a challenge. Young women in many cases do not have the freedom to choose to abstain or to negotiate condom use with their partners.(18)
Each component of the ABC message should be presented in a comprehensive and balanced way. Promoting abstinence alone ignores the likelihood that some young people will engage in risky sexual behaviour—for example, young men who visit sex workers or young men and women who do not acknowledge their own risk of infection and have multiple partners. Promoting condoms as providing 100 per cent protection could inadvertently encourage high-risk behaviour.(19)
PROGRAMME ACHIEVEMENTS In Namibia, girls who participated in a school course called "My Future is My Choice" were more likely to remain virgins 12 months after the programme than were girls who had not participated.(20)
In Mongolia, with UNFPA support, the Government made an explicit policy decision to support sexuality education for all, every year beginning in grade three, stressing gender as a key concept.(21) Some 60 per cent of secondary schools now teach the course. Teachers and students have given strong positive feedback, while voicing the common concern that too little time is available to spend on the curriculum.(22)
Colombia began its efforts before the ICPD: sexuality education was made mandatory in all primary and secondary schools in 1993. While the programme has faced funding shortages and teacher training delays, most schools are now implementing the curriculum.(23) A school-based programme from 1997 to 1999 increased 8,000 young people's knowledge about HIV/AIDS and changed attitudes.(24) The Ministry of Health, Education and Family Welfare, working with NGOs, has developed national tools for sexuality education based on the experience.
In South Africa, national departments of education and health have begun implementing "life skills" training in public secondary schools.(25) In Mexico, a variation of this approach, called Planeando Tu Vida (Planning Your Life), has been tested in secondary schools; afterwards, parents, teachers and students favoured its inclusion in the formal curriculum. Students learned about contraception and were no more likely to become sexually active than those who did not participate. Sexually active students who took the course were more likely to use contraception than those who did not.(26)
Combining school efforts with other community activities, a UNFPA-supported project in the Occupied Palestinian Territories integrated reproductive health and gender issues into school curricula, adult education, and youth education programmes. Teachers and supervisors became community advocates and youth leaders were able to generate discussion on formerly restricted topics.(27)
In countries that do not mandate sexuality education, pilot projects are often undertaken. In six primary and secondary schools in Rio de Janeiro and Recife, BEMFAM (Brazil's family planning association) helped incorporate sexuality education and STI/HIV prevention into the curriculum, including on-site counselling and referrals to clinics. The use of condoms and the number of students knowing where to obtain reproductive health services increased as a result. Communication between students and teachers and between children and parents also improved.(28)
LEGAL AND POLICY CHANGES A number of countries have recently changed laws or policies to support in-school programmes:
INVOLVING PARENTS Many parents do not know how to communicate about sexual and reproductive health with their children, although they would like to. A survey of Mexican parents in the late 1990s found that 87 per cent supported age-appropriate sexuality education to be taught in schools.(33) Similar findings have been reported in other countries. However, even where supportive, parents are ambivalent and concerned that the contents of education be appropriate to their cultures. Involving them in design and monitoring of these programmes can ease their concerns.
UNFPA and others have developed programmes to help parents communicate effectively with adolescents about sexuality. Family Care International and the International Planned Parenthood Federation/Africa Region have produced materials aimed at facilitating such communication; young people are encouraged to allow plenty of time, not to let embarrassment stand in the way, to show respect for parents and to learn what they can about their parents' experiences.(34)
INFORMAL SCHOOLING Where school enrolment is low or special needs exist, informal education can be tailored to a target group. For example, the Bangladesh Rural Advancement Committee established informal primary schools for rural youth aged 10-15 who have never attended school, 70 per cent of whom are girls. The programme prepares students to join regular schools. Reproductive health topics are integrated into the curriculum. Special emphasis is placed on involving parents.(35) At least 350 schools have become involved. This project has also built awareness of adolescent needs and influenced community norms.(36)
In Egypt, New Horizons involved community leaders, health workers, religious leaders and parents in designing an informal programme to communicate essential information on life skills and reproductive health to girls aged 9-20. Since 1995, more than 100 NGOs have implemented the programme in seven governorates.(37)


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By LDDC In Reports On February 18, 2012
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Mainstream superstardom often begins with a spark, rather than an explosion. It's hard to say whether Lady Gaga would have been more than a behind-the-scenes cog in Akon's machine without "Just Dance." And if 50 Cent had not delivered "In Da Club," it's possible that the world may never have tasted ... More >>
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TOCA - Ritz Carlton Toronto
- Address:
181 Wellington Street West
Toronto, ON M5V 3G7Neighborhood:
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Cuisine:
Contemporary ItalianPrice: CAN$31 to CAN$50
TOCA - Ritz Carlton Toronto
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.tocarestaurant.com/
- Phone: (416) 572-8008
- Hours of Operation:
Breakfast - 6:30am-11am daily
Lunch Monday - Friday 11:30am-2:30pm
Dinner Monday - Sunday 5:30pm-10:30pm
Sunday Brunch - 11:30am - 3:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Contemporary Italian
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Special Events: Seasonal Special Events include Lavish Holiday Brunches, Holiday Dinner events, Winemaker dinners, Cheese Tasting and Cheese Cave Tours, Michelin Star chef visits .
A word from TOCA - Ritz Carlton Toronto
TOCA is an homage to the City we call home – TOronto, CAnada and in the diverse culinary spectrum of the city, TOCA is proud to collaborate with Chef Oliver Glowig from Rome. Chef Glowig's professional story is characterized by the concept of journey, after enticing diners at the 'Acquarello' in Munich, 'L'Olivo' in Capri, Italy and currently at his 2 Michelin-star namesake restaurant in Rome, he will share his next culinary journey with guests at TOCA. As Chef Glowig's Canadian outpost, TOCA will provide diners with a unique taste of Italian cuisine created with the best local ingredients focusing on seasonal flavours to add another dimension to Toronto's restaurant scene.Continued
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TOCA - Ritz Carlton Toronto reviews from OpenTable diners
62 reviews since August 1, 2014
- Food4.4Service4.4
- Ambiance4.3Noise LevelModerate
special occasion (40)fit for foodies (34)romantic (29)notable wine list (23)good for groups (16)great for brunch (14)great for lunch (13)late-night find (5)hot spot (5)kid-friendly (4)vibrant bar scene (3)scenic view (1)Show More
- Service was awful!PunamVIPDined on 11/16/2014The food and drinks were in the usual Ritz Carlton style of simply outstanding however the service was awful! We were not served when we arrived. No refills of coffee, water or champagne without a huge wait. Our plates kept piling up in the centre of our table with a slow service in picking them up. Service would have to improve greatly before I came back for brunch to this place. Too bad because the food and drink were both outstanding!!!!I would recommend this to a friend.
- Must dinnerOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 11/5/2014We went to celebrate my niece's first year. And we all where treated very special, they send a table of desserts on behalf, delicious!.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Amazing BrunchErinDined on 11/2/2014Went for Sunday brunch. Fantastic selection and quality of food. Not cheap so really a "special occasion" event but worth the money.Special Features:
- Poor serviceJoemVIPDined on 10/16/2014For a ritz it was shockingly poor service. Was there for lunch and it took 25 minutes just to get a drink order. I complained to the waiter and instead of being apologetic he screwed me on the bill and upcharged me $50 on my drinks. I will never go here again no matter how good the food or atmosphere may be.
- Overlooked?OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/8/2014Great food, service, and environment. Maybe overlooked b/c it is in a hotel- Ritz Toronto.Special Features:
- Food was tastelessFoodieVIPDined on 9/25/2014This was some of the most bland food I have ever eaten The risotto tasted like soupy rice with green grass drizzled on top. I don't know how they are able to serve such food and say they have a chef from a Michelin star restaurant there .... It was a joke
- Anniversary CelebrationLuvthisplaceDined on 9/21/2014Wonderful experience! Unlimited mimosas were awesome. Food was delicious with great variety...desserts were to die for! We will be back again. Thank-you!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- FabulousHoneyBeeDined on 9/15/2014The food and service were amazing. Try the fillet, you won't regret it!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OK but Has ChangedragelicVIPDined on 9/13/2014Menu had changed - seems prices have almost doubled, making it for $20-30 apps and $40-50 mains. Not sure if that was only because of TIFF going on at the time we were there, but was a bit surprising to see. Food was expertly prepared and service was solid, but portions extremely small. Still being hungry after a $400+ dinner isn't ideal.Special Features:
- great atmospherefoodie4lifeDined on 9/13/2014Went here for a special friends Bday and we had a nice intimate time. The waiter was very nice and wasn't imposing. Made some great menu recommendations. We did a 4 course menu and the food timing was well spaced. Only bummer was the Lamb was a bit on the cold side otherwise we had a very nice evening.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 9/9/2014Fantastic food - very filling. Complimentary oysters and desserts was a nice touch. Moderate to expensive entrees, but overall, not as large a bill as was expected.Special Features:
- Beautiful ambienceVeggiedinerDined on 8/27/2014The restaurant is beautiful and the service is outstanding. The cheese and wine lists are extensive, the food looked good but the salad I had was not very good.... quite small and drowned in oil and salt. I left quite hungry. My guest, however seemed to really enjoy his sandwich.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Unforgettable AnniversaryAdventures4twoDined on 8/23/2014My husband and I had an intimate celebration for our anniversary. The staff was generous, kind, efficient, and treated us as though we were the only ones in the restaurant! The food was simply perfection. An absolute repeat (no special occasion required).Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Birthday DinnerTiffanyDined on 8/22/2014I had my 30th birthday dinner at TOCA and my friends and I really enjoyed the food and service, great job.Special Features:
- Top notchJoyvivreDined on 8/22/2014A restaurant fitting for a chef trained in a two Michelin star restaurant . Gluten free pasta and bread available that were delicious. Tuna tartare, beef cheeks, shrimp scampi all flawlessSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent Food, Poor ServiceCakeDined on 8/17/2014Excellent food - quality and variety - but poor service. I flagged down our waiter almost 10 minutes after we were seated. He took drink orders, brought our drinks and gave a brief explanation of the food stations, and never came near us again. I used another waiter when we wanted clean cutlery and the check. The beef wellington station was unmanned most of the time (we were sitting across from it). Eventually when 4 or 5 people were lined up waiting one of the chefs would come to slice and serve and disappear again. The chocolate desserts needed replenishing. I mentioned this to one of the staff who was replacing the hot food but in the remaining 15 minutes I was there nothing was done. I expect better from Ritz-Carlton andSpecial Features:
- On PointMsKienVIPDined on 8/11/2014As always, TOCA was on point with service, food and quality. I love taking my mother here for lunch when she is downtown since it offers a great variety, ambiance and vibe with the delicious flavours of its fine dishes. Staff were courteous and took initiative to offer us things without asking. Consistency is key for a place like this and they always exceed expectations.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 8/2/2014The service was exceptional, which made our first experience fantastic. I love the set up of the restaurant. The food and wine were top notchSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The following 415 reviews are from the TOCA - Ritz Carlton Toronto reviews archive.
- Worth visiting !JoziDined on 7/27/2014Great services, food was outstanding! Athmospher, definitly a place for a speciall occasion too.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A Wonderful Addition to the CityelPedroDined on 7/10/2014TOCA at the Toronto Ritz Carlton provides an environment reserved for those that value the quality of family, friends, and business partners. From the moment you enter the lobby you are carried to an era of style and grace, where historic and modern Toronto meet. Thank you to all the members of TOCA. Your care, dedication, and attention to detail is highly appreciated.Special Features:
- DisappointingJitsVIPDined on 7/7/2014Can you believe a restaurant in city like Toronto without vegetarian option? Means, not a single one!! And then, we were suggested to go with the starters... The food was ok. I ordered fish which came with yoghurt based sauce. Not great. The only good thing is ambience but otherwise, wonder why this is listed in Opentable.
- T to Ritz-Carleton traditionComputersizmeDined on 6/27/2014From the time you arrive, to time you leave, everything will be top notch. Merci, thank you for wonderful dinner.Special Features:
- Not worth itAlTOVIPDined on 6/22/2014Spent $300+ for 4 before wine. Service was friendly but extremely slow. Not impressed by the food at all where we ordered tasting menus and a la carte items. Decor was meh. You are better off spending this kind of money elesewhere.
- Enjoyable MealfondoffoodDined on 6/22/2014Enjoyed the Sunday brunch and overall felt that it was reasonably good value given the inclusion of mimosa/bellini/caesars. However, there should definitely be an alternate price point for non-drinkers as it definitely lacks value for those.Special Features:
- Brunch at Toca Ritz Cartonbobby1963Dined on 6/22/2014The brunch was excellent. Food was beautifully presented and great quality. Staff was helpful and accommodating. Overall great experience and I would highly recommend it!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Not worth a visitOpenTable Diner Since 2007Dined on 6/21/2014Good - entrees quite good ; (appetizers (slow cooked shrimp, lemon risotto) bland). Bad - waiter and somelier pleasant but little useful knowedge ('the cod is good"); room lacks atmosphere ; combined with average food ,suggest try elsewhere unless desperate to eat in a hotel
- Perfect for the occasionlifeforfoodDined on 6/19/2014Great food, excellent service, perfect ambience and fantastic view! Couldn't be better! I have been a food critic before for a well known chain restaurant and I know how to critique. This is a perfect 10.Special Features:
- ExcellentPVS86Dined on 6/8/2014One of the only restaraunts in the neighborhood that genuinley celebrates food and the dining experience. I've been several time, and always look forward to going back.Special Features:
- Over-stretched waiter a let downkcuebeleinVIPDined on 6/8/2014Toca has exceptional, creative Italian food. I had been there before on business, and wanted to share it with my family. Tonight, our charming waiter - F - was far too busy to give us the attention that is expected from a restaurant of this caliber. He frequently apologized, but still seemed more engaged with the big private party in one of the nearby rooms. One free glass of wine was appreciated, but didn't compensate for a slow night with gaps in attention. NOTE: the cheese expert lady was outstanding; you must let her show you the Toca cheese room.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great ExperienceFoodie3333Dined on 6/8/2014There is a good variety of food to choose from at brunch. The quality of food is good too. We particularly liked the assortment of fresh seafood.Special Features:
- An amazing nightBettyCooperVIPDined on 6/7/2014We celebrated our anniversary at TOCA and I'm so glad we did. It was truly the most special night in every way. The service was excellent and the food was spectacular. We requested a romantic table and we loved the spot they chose for us. Everything exceeded our expectations (which were already very high from our last visit). Can't wait to go back!Special Features:
- SuperbTheLambo1972Dined on 6/1/2014Our waiter Felix was super nice. And I really polite. The food was amazing.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wonderful night of dining.UnimpressedDined on 5/24/2014Our waitstaff was the best. She was very helpful with the menu and recommendations when asked. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend.Special Features:
- Spacious Chic SpotGolfstrDined on 5/20/2014Enjoyed a pre-Roy Thompson Hall performance by David Curry and the TSO with GOLFSTR investors. Plenty of room to swing a golf club in there. Definitely not sitting on top of each other. A little on the pricey side. Our server was one of the artists who crafted the display plates decorating each table. Nice touch.Special Features:
- Great adventureTichsaDined on 5/19/2014Great service and spectacular food with a twist. The Maitre'd gave great advice and knew his stuff.Special Features:
- joachiiDined on 5/18/2014Brunch - service and atmosphere was great. Food quality was poor overall especially considering it is the Ritz-Carlton and the price tag is $75 per person. There is plenty of food but it is exactly what you would get at other lesser quality establishments albeit presented in a better room and in better serving dishes. Lots of pre-frozen items - rubbery lobster tails, the smoked trout was almost inedible and overdressed salads. Dessert quality was much better than any of the savoury options it must be noted. Unlimited Mimosas, friendly, engaged staff elevated the otherwise bland food experience.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Superb dinnerHungryDinerDined on 5/8/2014My partner was attending a gala in the Ritz Carlton so I decided to treat myself. And what a treat it was! The food was superb and the service was perfect. The chef provided an amuse-bouche before the meal and a little complimentary dessert at the end of the meal. It was all delicious. Yes, you will pay more for your meal here, but part of that is for the excellence of the meal and part of it is, well, it is the Ritz Carlton. ;-) The chef even came out to chat for a few minutes. Unfortunately, I have forgotten his name but he was very charming.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- BBBBDined on 4/30/2014food and ambience were fine but menu is very limited and prices highSpecial Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 4/27/2014Your food level seems to be falling off. The constant change in staff suggests there is something off. Not sure what is going on but something is off with your SUNDAY BRUNCH.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Lovely ExperienceLizmacDined on 4/27/2014We had a wonderful Sunday brunch, & will certainly go back.Special Features:


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Witnesses observed the airplane taxi and perform an intersection takeoff directly towards an isolated thunderstorm located off the departure end of the runway. The airplane appeared to climb to 150 to 200 feet above the ground before disappearing from view as it went into the storm. One witness stated that the airplane's wings were rocking back and forth and that it appeared the pilot was having difficulty controlling the airplane, just before it went out of view. Five to ten minutes later, after the storm moved past, smoke was seen rising approximately one mile west of the airport. The airplane was destroyed by post impact fire. Weather radar data showed the thunderstorm was producing an approximate 60 knot wind shear at the time of the accident. There was a SIGMET active for the accident location and time which warned of the possibility of severe thunderstorms. There was no evidence the pilots obtained a weather briefing prior to taking off.
The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
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