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ezInterrupt is an addon designed to simplify the task of interrupting during boss encounters.
• Shows an icon and plays a sound ("cast alert") when you can interrupt (only if your interrupt is not on cooldown and the cast is interruptible).
• Spell filtering allows you to suppress unwanted cast alerts (for Release Aberrations on Maloriak for example).
• Cast alerts are available for your target or focus (whichever you specify).
• Can announce your interrupts in a variety of ways (including whispering another player).
• The interrupt message is fully customizable.
• Zone settings allow you to control where the addon will be active (only in raids for example).
• All interrupts are supported.
Feedback and comments are appreciated. Please report bugs or problems by creating a ticket. If you want to help translating the addon into another language, please use ezInterrupt's localization page.
Planned improvements: better support for interrupt rotations, slash commands, GUI improvements.
Revision 35 adds option to flash the screen on cast alert, adds missing Moth pet interrupt, fixes the "spell removed from blacklist/whitelist" message and adds two new sounds.
Revision 34 allows you to customize each of your interrupt abilities, adds support for Strangulate and Arcane Torrent.
Revision 26 adds code to handle cast alerts properly when auras that give immunity to interrupts are cast or fade (only in PvE). This might not work correctly yet.
Slash Commands
Currently there are no slash commands available. ezInterrupt's configuration options are located in Blizzard's addon options.
Known issues
• In untranslated non-english versions of WoW, cast alerts do not work correctly with pet interrupts because translated pet types are required for the code to work.
• A few spells, such as Al'Akir's Electrocute, are erroneously flagged as being interruptible when they are not. This is a problem with Blizzard's code. I recommend adding these spells to the blacklist.
lemonade287 Dec 10, 2012 at 20:57 UTC - 0 likes
im new to coding and ive spent some time playing around with this addon. i believe below is a quick fix for it. Not 100% sure if it completely works, but it seems to get the basic functionality back with the addon.
In the core file (ezintterupt/core.lua) do the following:
Line 942 change to:
self.Interrupt[2].enabled = GetPrimaryTalentTree() == 2
Line 1001 add:
self:RegisterEvent("PLAYER_TARGET_CHANGED", "UpdateTarget", "target")
If you want to include monk i believe just add the following
Line 85:
[116705] = {userenabled = true, id =116705, sound = "ezInterrupt: Ding", rgb = {1, 0, 0}},
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elseif class == "MONK" then
Line 780
self:LoadInterruptSettings(1, 116705)
Any suggestions / help would be greatly appreciated as i believe together we can get this addon up and running again.Last edited Dec 10, 2012 by lemonade287
dlogic22 Sep 07, 2012 at 19:15 UTC - 0 likes
Also yes please update this mod!! :)))
dlogic22 Sep 07, 2012 at 03:30 UTC - 0 likes
@angrysteel: Go
angrysteel Aug 30, 2012 at 16:37 UTC - 0 likes
Also hoping this addon receives a proper update.
Aenho Jul 04, 2011 at 13:50 UTC - 0 likes
Is there a way for me to add Scatter Shot to the list of interrupts? I don't mind if I have to modify some source code to achieve that.
angrysteel Mar 17, 2011 at 06:03 UTC - 0 likes
Everything is working great so far since r22.
Any chance of getting a screen shake upon successful interrupt added in? Other than the cool factor in videos using screen shake, it very clearly lets you know you interrupted correctly.
Sample code can be seen in this addon:
Currently running SpellShock and ezInterrupt together with no real issues other than double announcing (which i could just turn off). Was just hoping to consolidate addons since ezInterrupt does so much more.
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The Silicon Valley Program consists of four courses in an off-campus residential setting. Here is a brief description from the Claremont McKenna College catalog. Students from the other Claremont Colleges should consult with their respective Registrars' office and/or department chair. The Silicon Valley Program director and Dean of the Robert Day School will be happy to assist.
ECON 123 CM – Quantitative Data Analysis
The course will give students an introduction to advanced data analysis. The main objective of the course is to allow students to apply statistical concepts to large data sets using both spread sheet software and statistical packages. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring programming skills within these programs. There will be an emphasis on real life applications both from data source publically available and from companies in the Silicon Valley, addressing both public policy questions and topics related to internships.
Prerequisite: ECON 101 CM or ECON 102 CM
Instructor: Keil, M [Fall 2014, Spring 2015]
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ECON 165 CM -- Industrial Organization
Industrial Organization uses economics to study industries and firms. We will explain why imperfect competition is pervasive, discuss how to describe and compare imperfectly competitive industries and firms, consider alternative strategies firms employ, examine how industries evolve over time, evaluate the implications for profitability and welfare, and assess the impacts of public policies on firm strategy and industry performance. The insights are particularly useful for prospective consultants and entrepreneurs, and prospective investors, managers, and policy makers will benefit from the course as well.
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ECON 198 CM -- Independent Study and Research
Students who have the necessary qualifications and who wish to investigate an area of study not covered in regularly scheduled courses may arrange for independent study under the direction of a faculty reader. For the Silicon Valley Program, students will design a research paper or other independent study project with the program director that best meets the students academic objectives. Projects should cover topics of interest to a technology / innovation culture, and may stem from work done on the internship, with approval of the student's employer. Some students will be required to seek academic supervision from a faculty member at his/her home campus.
Prerequisite: None
Instructor: Blomberg, B. [Fall 2014, Spring 2015]
ECON Credit: CMC = 1.0 Level 1 Non-ECON Credit: Possible
Graduation Credit: CMC = 1.0
Graded or Credit / No Credit: Letter Grade
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ECON 030 CM -- Internship in Economics, Technology, or Innovation
Taken as part of Silicon Valley Program off-campus internship programs. Students gain experience in a technology, business, or innovative setting through placement arranged with the program director.
Prerequisite: None
Instructors: Blomberg, B. & Siegel, S. [Fall 2014, Spring 2015]
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Obama's only term
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first keirin tonight and looking for pointers. (assuming it will be a large bunch of at least 12 riders)
ie. is it just a gradually faster paceline till the derni leaves or are there "fun and games" before then ?
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keirins tonight. tips ?
calling all experts
first keirin tonight and looking for pointers. (assuming it will be a large bunch of at least 12 riders)
ie. is it just a gradually faster paceline till the derni leaves or are there "fun and games" before then ?
Re: keirins tonight. tips ?
Well - I did find this.....
But the best advice I could think is don't fall off.
What is it with cycling? 30+ kmh and lycra???!!!
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I've been watching lots of keirin events on youtube and it seems to involve either: getting dressed up in lots of colourful padding, racing hard and crashing OR racing around at high speeds and shouldering and headbutting people. I'm hoping for a nice clean set of races for Div 5 at least. You're a hard man, so you shouldn't mind the argy-bargy.
On a side note, I'm loving the variety of races you get at RAW. It's like a track race sampler. Absolutely the best thing to do on a Friday night.
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I like to get off the start behind the derni and stay there. If the pace line rolls, when you get to the derni stay there. Nothing says you need to roll off. If your up the back nearing when the derni pulls off start to move up early or you'll miss the boat. You are allowed to come around but not pass the derni till it's off. Don't head around early or you'll be out in the wind for too long. The crafty (forgive the pun) riders will be up the front for most races. Safest place to be and closer for the kick. Good luck and enjoy it.
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if i'm right behind the derny, i'm just hoping its not a two stroke !!
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Pedal faster and in a bigger gear than the other blokes.
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Last season Sean Eadie was on the derny, so you get an opportunity to overtake Big Sean.
If you are a ways back in the paceline, keep a close eye on those in front as it starts to wind up, if you get caught behind anyone who drops off the wheel it can mean race over, so if you see them starting to crack get out and around before the gaps get too big.
Should be another fun night.
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big sean was in the stands to watch his boys from NSWIS leave div.1 for dead.
last night for me was a non-event - i couldnt find the "on button". It seemed all i was doing was getting boxed in and blocked by slower riders and then expending too much trying to bridge gaps. I did notice that the racing was a lot closer and more aggressive this week. i hadnt felt nervous at all until then. The 'winners race' was just confusion, with the sprint winners circulating at the front and just making it confusing at times to work out who was actually at the front - then the commisaire starting yelling at them to drop off the lead ! Still lots of fun though, and great to see "world champions" are not immune to riding like morons and causing chaos - just sad to see someone else with a fractured clavicle because of it...
Re: keirins tonight. tips ?
Never rode a Keirin but the whole idea is too stay within the first two wheels of the pace bike. This is the main reason why, there is so much kaos with the out right sprinters!
I don't suffer fools easily and so long as you have done your best,you should have no regrets.
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Chocolate (IPA or /-ˈələt/) comprises a number of raw and processed foods that are produced from the seed of the tropical cacao tree. Native to lowland, tropical South America, cacao has been cultivated for at least three millennia in Central America and Mexico, with its earliest documented use around 1100 BC. The majority of the Mesoamerican peoples made chocolate beverages, including the Maya and Aztecs, who made it into a beverage known as xocolātl, a Nahuatl word meaning "bitter water". The seeds of the cacao tree have an intense bitter taste, and must be fermented to develop the flavor. After fermentation, the beans are dried, cleaned, and roasted, and the shell is removed to produce cacao nibs. The nibs are then ground and liquified, resulting in pure chocolate in fluid form: chocolate liquor. The liquor can be further processed into two components: cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
Pure, unsweetened chocolate contains primarily cocoa solids and cocoa butter in varying proportions. Much of the chocolate consumed today is in the form of sweet chocolate, combining chocolate with sugar. Milk chocolate is sweet chocolate that additionally contains milk powder or condensed milk. "White chocolate" contains cocoa butter, sugar, and milk but no cocoa solids (and thus does not qualify to be considered true chocolate). Chocolate contains alkaloids such as theobromine and phenethylamine, which have some physiological effects in humans, but the presence of theobromine renders it toxic to some animals, such as dogs and cats.. It has been linked to serotonin levels in the brain. Scientists claim that chocolate, eaten in moderation, can lower blood pressure. Dark chocolate has recently been promoted for its health benefits, as it seems to possess substantial amount of antioxidants that reduce the formation of free radicals.
Chocolate has become one of the most popular flavors in the world. Gifts of chocolate molded into different shapes have become traditional on certain holidays: chocolate bunnies and eggs are popular on Easter, chocolate coins on Hanukkah, Santa Claus and other holiday symbols on Christmas, and hearts on Valentine's Day. Chocolate is also used in cold and hot beverages, to produce chocolate milk and hot chocolate.
Chocolate has been used as a drink for nearly all of its history. The earliest record of using chocolate dates back before the Olmec. In November 2007, archaeologists reported finding evidence of the oldest known cultivation and use of cacao at a site in Puerto Escondido, Honduras, dating from about 1100 to 1400 BC. The residues found and the kind of vessel they were found in indicate that the initial use of cacao was not simply as a beverage, but the white pulp around the cacao beans was likely used as a source of fermentable sugars for an alcoholic drink. The Maya civilization grew cacao trees in their backyard, and used the cacao seeds it produced to make a frothy, bitter drink. Documents in Maya hieroglyphs stated that chocolate was used for ceremonial purposes, in addition to everyday life. The chocolate residue found in an early ancient Maya pot in Río Azul, Guatemala, suggests that Maya were drinking chocolate around 400 AD. In the New World, chocolate was consumed in a bitter, spicy drink called xocoatl, and was often flavored with vanilla, chile pepper, and achiote (known today as annatto). Xocoatl was believed to fight fatigue, a belief that is probably attributable to the theobromine content. Chocolate was also an important luxury good throughout pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, and cacao beans were often used as currency. For example, the Aztecs used a system in which one turkey cost one hundred cacao beans and one fresh avocado was worth three beans. South American and European cultures have used cocoa to treat diarrhea for hundreds of years. All of the areas that were conquered by the Azetcs that grew cacao beans were ordered to pay them as a tax, or as the Aztecs called it, a "tribute".
Until the 1500s, no European had ever heard of the popular drink from the Central and South American peoples. It was not until the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs that chocolate could be imported to Europe, where it quickly became a court favorite. To keep up with the high demand for this new drink, Spanish armies began enslaving Mesoamericans to produce cacao. Even with cacao harvesting becoming a regular business, only royalty and the well-connected could afford to drink this expensive import. Before long, the Spanish began growing cacao beans on plantations, and using an African workforce to help manage them. The situation was different in England. Put simply, anyone with money could buy it. The first chocolate house opened in London in 1657. In 1689, noted physician and collector Hans Sloane developed a milk chocolate drink in Jamaica which was initially used by apothecaries, but later sold to the Cadbury brothers.
For hundreds of years, the chocolate making process remained unchanged. When the people saw the Industrial Revolution arrive, many changes occurred that brought the hard, sweet candy we love today to life. In the 1700s, mechanical mills were created that squeezed out cocoa butter, which in turn helped to create hard, durable chocolate. But, it was not until the arrival of the Industrial Revolution that these mills were put to bigger use. Not long after the revolution cooled down, companies began advertising this new invention to sell many of the chocolate treats we see today. When new machines were produced, people began experiencing and consuming chocolate worldwide.
Alongside milk chocolate, white chocolate and dark chocolate are also common chocolate varieties.
White chocolate is formed from a mixture of sugar, cocoa butter, and milk solids. Although its texture is similar to milk and dark chocolate, it does not contain any cocoa solids; thus not officially qualifying as true chocolate. Because of this, many countries do not consider white chocolate as chocolate at all. Although first introduced by Hebert Candies in 1955, Mars, Incorporated was the first to produce white chocolate within the United States. Because it does not contain any cocoa solids, one benefit of white chocolate is that it also does not contain any theobromine, meaning it can be consumed by animals.
Dark chocolate is produced by adding fat and sugar to the cacao mixture. The U.S. Government calls this "sweet chocolate", and requires a 15% concentration of chocolate liquor. European rules specify a minimum of 35% cocoa solids. Dark chocolate, with its high cocoa content, is a rich source of the flavonoids epicatechin and gallic acid, which are thought to possess cardioprotective properties. Dark chocolate has also been said to reduce the possibility of a heart attack when consumed regularly in small amounts. Semisweet chocolate is a dark chocolate with a low sugar content. Bittersweet chocolate is chocolate liquor to which some sugar (typically a third), more cocoa butter, vanilla and sometimes lecithin have been added. It has less sugar and more liquor than semisweet chocolate, but the two are interchangeable in baking.
Unsweetened chocolate is pure chocolate liquor, also known as bitter or baking chocolate. It is unadulterated chocolate: the pure, ground, roasted chocolate beans impart a strong, deep chocolate flavor.
Roughly two-thirds of the entire world's cocoa is produced in Western Africa, with 43% sourced from Côte d'Ivoire. According to the World Cocoa Foundation, some 50 million people around the world depend on cocoa as a source of livelihood. The industry is dominated by three chocolate makers, Barry Callebaut, Cargill and Archer Daniels Midland Company. In the UK, 99.999% of chocolatiers, whether they be large companies such as Cadbury Schweppes or small independents, purchase their chocolate from them, to melt, mold and package to their own design. Despite some disagreement in the EU about the definition, chocolate is any product made primarily of cocoa solids and cocoa fat. The different flavors of chocolate can be obtained by varying the time and temperature when roasting the beans, by adjusting the relative quantities of the cocoa solids and cocoa fat, and by adding non-chocolate ingredients.
Production costs can be decreased by reducing cocoa solid content or by substituting cocoa butter with a non-cocoa fat. Cocoa growers object to allowing the resulting food to be called "chocolate", due to the risk of lower demand for their crops.
There are two main jobs associated with creating chocolate candy, chocolate makers and chocolatiers. Chocolate makers use harvested cacao beans and other ingredients to produce couverture chocolate. Chocolatiers use the finished couverture to make chocolate candies (bars, truffles, etc.).
Cacao trees are small, understory trees that need rich, well-drained soils. They naturally grow within 20 degrees of either side of the equator because they need about 2000 millimeters of rainfall a year, and temperatures in the range of 21 to 32 degrees Celsius. Cacao trees cannot tolerate a temperature lower than 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees Fahrenheit).
The three main varieties of cacao beans used in chocolate are criollo, forastero and trinitario.
Representing only five percent of all cocoa beans grown, criollo is the rarest and most expensive cocoa on the market and is native to Central America, the Caribbean islands and the northern tier of South American states. There is some dispute about the genetic purity of cocoas sold today as Criollo, as most populations have been exposed to the genetic influence of other varieties. Criollos are particularly difficult to grow, as they are vulnerable to a variety of environmental threats and produce low yields of cocoa per tree. The flavor of Criollo is described as delicate yet complex, low in classic chocolate flavor, but rich in "secondary" notes of long duration.
The most commonly grown bean is forastero, a large group of wild and cultivated cacaos, most likely native to the Amazon basin. The African cocoa crop is entirely of the Forastero variety. They are significantly hardier and of higher yield than Criollo. The source of most chocolate marketed, forastero cocoas are typically strong in classic "chocolate" flavor, but have a short duration and are unsupported by secondary flavors, producing "quite bland" chocolate.
Trinitario is a natural hybrid of Criollo and Forastero. Trinitario originated in Trinidad after an introduction of Forastero to the local Criollo crop. Nearly all cacao produced over the past five decades is of the Forastero or lower-grade Trinitario varieties.
Chocolate liquor is blended with the cocoa butter in varying quantities to make different types of chocolate or couvertures. The basic blends of ingredients for the various types of chocolate (in order of highest quantity of cocoa liquor first), are as follows:
Usually, an emulsifying agent such as soy lecithin is added, though a few manufacturers prefer to exclude this ingredient for purity reasons and to remain GMO free, sometimes at the cost of a perfectly smooth texture. Some manufacturers are now using PGPR, an artificial emulsifier derived from castor oil that allows them to reduce the amount of cocoa butter while maintaining the same mouthfeel.
The texture is also heavily influenced by processing, specifically conching (see below). The more expensive chocolate tends to be processed longer and thus have a smoother texture and "feel" on the tongue, regardless of whether emulsifying agents are added.
Different manufacturers develop their own "signature" blends based on the above formulas, but varying proportions of the different constituents are used.
The finest, plain dark chocolate couvertures contain at least 70% cocoa (both solids and butter), whereas milk chocolate usually contains up to 50%. High-quality white chocolate couvertures contain only about 33% cocoa.
Producers of high quality, small batch chocolate argue that mass production produces bad quality chocolate. Some mass-produced chocolate contains much less cocoa (as low as 7% in many cases) and fats other than cocoa butter. Vegetable oils and artificial vanilla flavor are often used in cheaper chocolate to mask poorly fermented and/or roasted beans.
In 2007, the Chocolate Manufacturers Association in the United States, whose members include Hershey, Nestlé, and Archer Daniels Midland, lobbied the Food and Drug Administration to change the legal definition of chocolate to let them substitute partially hydrogenated vegetable oils for cocoa butter in addition to using artificial sweeteners and milk substitutes. Currently, the FDA does not allow a product to be referred to as "chocolate" if the product contains any of these ingredients.
The penultimate process is called conching. A conche is a container filled with metal beads, which act as grinders. The refined and blended chocolate mass is kept in a liquid state by frictional heat. Chocolate prior to conching has an uneven and gritty texture. The conching process produces cocoa and sugar particles smaller than the tongue can detect, hence the smooth feel in the mouth. The length of the conching process determines the final smoothness and quality of the chocolate. High-quality chocolate is conched for about 72 hours, lesser grades about four to six hours. After the process is complete, the chocolate mass is stored in tanks heated to approximately 45–50 °C (113–122 °F) until final processing.
The fats in cocoa butter can crystallize in six different forms (polymorphous crystallization). The primary purpose of tempering is to assure that only the best form is present. The six different crystal forms have different properties.
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|Soft, crumbly, melts too easily.
|Soft, crumbly, melts too easily.
|Firm, poor snap, melts too easily.
|Firm, good snap, melts too easily.
|Glossy, firm, best snap, melts near body temperature (37 °C).
|Hard, takes weeks to form.
Making chocolate considered "good" is about forming as many type V crystals as possible. This provides the best appearance and texture and creates the most stable crystals so the texture and appearance will not degrade over time. To accomplish this, the temperature is carefully manipulated during the crystallization.
Generally, the chocolate is first heated to 45 °C (115 °F) to melt all six forms of crystals. Next, the chocolate is cooled to about 27 °C (80 °F), which will allow crystal types IV and V to form. At this temperature, the chocolate is agitated to create many small crystal "seeds" which will serve as nuclei to create small crystals in the chocolate. The chocolate is then heated to about 31 °C (88 °F) to eliminate any type IV crystals, leaving just type V. After this point, any excessive heating of the chocolate will destroy the temper and this process will have to be repeated. However, there are other methods of chocolate tempering used. The most common variant is introducing already tempered, solid "seed" chocolate. The temper of chocolate can be measured with a chocolate temper meter to ensure accuracy and consistency. A sample cup is filled with the chocolate and placed in the unit which then displays or prints the results.
Two classic ways of manually tempering chocolate are:
Chocolate tempering machines (or temperers) with computer controls can be used for producing consistently tempered chocolate, particularly for large volume applications.
Chocolate is very sensitive to temperature and humidity. Ideal storage temperatures are between 15 and 17 °C (59 to 63 °F), with a relative humidity of less than 50%. Chocolate is generally stored away from other foods as it can absorb different aromas. Ideally, chocolates are packed or wrapped, and placed in proper storage with the correct humidity and temperature. Additionally chocolate is frequently stored in a dark place or protected from light by wrapping paper. Various types of "blooming" effects can occur if chocolate is stored or served improperly. If refrigerated or frozen without containment, chocolate can absorb enough moisture to cause a whitish discoloration, the result of fat or sugar crystals rising to the surface. Moving chocolate from one temperature extreme to another, such as from a refrigerator on a hot day can result in an oily texture. Although visually unappealing, chocolate suffering from bloom is perfectly safe for consumption.
On the other hand, eating large quantities of any chocolate increases risk of obesity. There is concern of mild lead poisoning for some types of chocolate. Chocolate is toxic to many animals because of insufficient capacity to metabolize theobromine.
A study reported by the BBC indicated that melting chocolate in one's mouth produced an increase in brain activity and heart rate that was more intense than that associated with passionate kissing, and also lasted four times as long after the activity had ended.
One-third of the fat in chocolate comes in the forms of a saturated fat called stearic acid and a monounsaturated fat called oleic acid. However, unlike other saturated fats, stearic acid does not raise levels of LDL cholesterol in the bloodstream. Consuming relatively large amounts of dark chocolate and cocoa does not seem to raise serum LDL cholesterol levels; some studies even find that it could lower them. Indeed, small but regular amounts of dark chocolate lower the possibility of a heart attack, a result of cholesterol imbalance according to the lipid hypothesis.
Studies suggest a specially formulated type of cocoa may be nootropic and delay brain function decline as people age.
Mars, Incorporated, a Virginia-based candy company, spends money each year on flavonol research. The company is talking with pharmaceutical companies to license drugs based on synthesized cocoa flavonol molecules. According to Mars-funded researchers at Harvard, the University of California, and European universities, cocoa-based prescription drugs could potentially help treat diabetes, dementia and other diseases.
Other research indicates that chocolate may be effective at preventing persistent coughing. The ingredient theobromine was found to be almost one third more effective than codeine, the leading cough medicine. The chocolate also appears to soothe and moisten the throat.
Flavonoids can inhibit the development of diarrhea, suggesting antidiarrhoeal effects of chocolate.
There is a popular belief that the consumption of chocolate can cause acne. Various studies seem to show that this is the case for high glycemic index foods in general, though the question is still being studied. Milk is known to cause acne, including any which is mixed with chocolate.
A typical 20-kilogram (40-lb) dog will normally experience great intestinal distress after eating less than 240 grams (8.5 oz) of dark chocolate, but will not necessarily experience bradycardia or tachycardia unless it eats at least a half a kilogram (1.1 lb) of milk chocolate. Dark chocolate has 2 to 5 times more theobromine and thus is more dangerous to dogs. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, approximately 1.3 grams of baker's chocolate per kilogram of a dog's body weight (0.02 oz/lb) is sufficient to cause symptoms of toxicity. For example, a typical 25-gram (0.88 oz) baker's chocolate bar would be enough to bring about symptoms in a 20-kilogram (44 lb) dog. Of course, baking chocolate is rarely consumed directly due to its unpleasant taste, but other dark chocolates' canine toxicities may be extrapolated based on this figure. As dogs like the taste of chocolate products as much as humans do, and are capable of finding and eating quantities much larger than typical human servings, they should be kept out of their reach. There are reports that mulch made from cacao bean shells is dangerous to pets (and other animals). Treats made from carob can be used to substitute and pose no health threat to animals.
Chocolate contains a variety of substances, some of which have an effect on body chemistry. These include:
Chocolate is a mild stimulant to humans mainly due to the presence of theobromine. It is much more potent for horses, and its use in horse racing is prohibited.
Chocolates that are organic or fair trade certified carry labels accordingly.
In the United States, some large chocolate manufacturers lobbied the federal government to permit confection containing cheaper hydrogenated vegetable oil in place of cocoa butter to be sold as "chocolate". In June 2007, as a response to consumer concern after the proposed change, the FDA re-iterated that "Cacao fat, as one of the signature characteristics of the product, will remain a principal component of standardized chocolate
Many chocolate manufacturers have created products from chocolate bars to fudge, hoping to attract more consumers with each creation. Both The Hershey Company and Mars have become the largest manufacturers in the world. Major examples include Cadbury, Nestlé and Lindt.
The Hershey Company is the largest chocolate manufacturer in North America. Its headquarters is in Hershey, Pennsylvania, a town permeated by the aroma of cocoa on some days, and home to Hershey's Chocolate World. It was founded by Milton S. Hershey in 1894 as the Hershey Chocolate Company, a subsidiary of his Lancaster Caramel Company. Hershey's candies and other products are sold worldwide.
The Hershey Company reached fame mainly because of three of its creations: the Hershey bar, Hershey's kisses and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Mars, Incorporated is a worldwide manufacturer of confectionery and other food products with US$21 billion in annual sales in 2006. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, USA, the company is entirely owned by the Mars family, making it one of the largest privately owned U.S. corporations. Mars is most famous for its eponymous Mars Bar, as well as other confectionery such as Milky Way, M&M's, Twix, Skittles and Snickers.
Chocolat is a 1999 novel by Joanne Harris. It tells the story of Vianne Rocher, a young mother, whose confections change the lives of the townspeople through magic. The 2000 film adaptation, Chocolat, also proved successful, grossing over US$150,000,000 worldwide, and receiving Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Original Score.


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Stretching and flexibility are important aspects of any sport or exercise program. Power Systems offers a wide variety of flexibility training equipment, products and programs for use in therapy or warm ups. If you are looking to gain and/or increase flexibility levels, then here you will find the stretching products to do just that. Power Systems also offers testing equipment which will enable users to measure increases in flexibility.
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Hastings Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table
- Overview
A vintage door is like a gateway to the past, with each groove and knot in its surface hinting at its history. We used the wood from salvaged wooden doors to top this striking coffee table and added metal rivets and latches.
- 56" wide x 35" deep x 17" high
- Built from reclaimed wood.
- The reclaimed wood features variations inherent to salvaged materials such as a rustic distressed finish, visible nailheads, knots, hairline cracks and oil stains, which may result in hue variations, rubbed edges, or other antique-like characteristics.
- Each table is unique.
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- Crafted entirely of reclaimed elm.
- Overall: 56" wide x 35" deep x 17" high
- Top: 56" wide x 35" deep x 2" high
- Clearance Under Table: 14.5"
- Distance Between Legs: 28.5" side to side; 21.5" front to back
- Weight: 110 pounds
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Lace Up Tie Tunic
Style # 214618
Give your off-duty closet summer polish with this safari-chic bebe tunic, featuring laced up neckline, front flap pockets and cuffed sleeves. Try yours with a pair of printed leggings and a pair of gold flat sandals for an instant day look.
- 70% cotton, 30% silk
- Center back to hem: 28" (71 cm)
- Invisible zipper
- Dry clean
- Imported
- Model is 5'9" and is wearing a US size S
Rated 4 out of 5�by 2 reviewers.
Rated 5 out of 5�by babieval80 Love the fit! I love the way this top fits. Fits very comfortable and shows off your curves. Not stiff at all:) Definitely will be ordering the other color. I wish that this top came in black so I can wear to work! May 15, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5�by ToniMc Just okay This top is kinda stiff and a lot more sheer than I expected. Returned it based on the fabric. I don't think it's enough bang for your buck. May 5, 2013
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Student filmmakers focus on farmingBy Courtney Parker
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Springfield High School students are working on a feature-length documentary, Pitchfocks and Spoons.The inner workings of Vermont farms will hit the big screen as an ambitious group of Springfield High School students prepares a feature-length documentary highlighting local farming and agriculture in the state.
Titled Pitchforks and Spoons, the documentary follows local community members as they take a one-week challenge to solely eat locally grown foods, creating everyday dishes from basic Vermont farm ingredients.
Over the course of a year, while juggling school, homework and extracurricular activities, the team will travel across the state in search of unique farms to feature, while gathering farmer biographies and Vermont agricultural history along the way.
We wanted to give back to what we have here in Vermont, said Ryan Cooney, a member of CovyHill Visual Arts, a five-student production team.
Growing up on a quail farm, Cooney has always been surrounded by farm life and finds the local culture to be truly inspirational.
He said he hopes the final product will not only shed light on the day-to-day lives of those who provide produce, but will also encourage others to invest in local food and the Vermont brand.
Its some real-life stuff, he said. We have a lot of great things sitting right in our backyard.
While the group has already begun production, they are aiming to receive additional funding and support from community members to improve the project.
Using the website Kickstarter, the team has set a goal to raise $12,000 by Sept. 3.
The funds would go toward travel expenses, publicity and enhancing the video, said Elliot Thompson of CovyHill Visual Arts. Anyone who supports us is making a huge difference in a farmers life.MORE IN Southern VermontBENNINGTON — Ask author and Bennington College graduate Charlotte Silver if the title of... Full StoryPresident Calvin Coolidge was remembered in all sorts of ways Saturday on the 143rd anniversary... Full StoryPresident Calvin Coolidge was remembered in all sorts of ways Saturday on the 143rd anniversary... Full Story
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First drive: Porsche Cayenne S Diesel
The most un-vulgar overpowered SUV in its class has arrived, says Paul Horrell
Posted: 25 Oct 2012
I never thought I'd hear myself saying this, but here's a version of the Porsche Cayenne that's about the most un-vulgar vehicle in its class.
OK, so the class in question is consumptively vulgar and overpowered enormo-SUVs. It qualifies for that class because it has a twin-turbo V8 with 381bhp and 627 torques, weighs 2.2 tonnes, and is so bulky that even the 20-inch wheels of my tester looked like castors.
Still, among its peers this Cayenne is comparatively subtle and thrifty. It gets all that thrust from a diesel engine that can do 34mpg - at least when you drive it as gingerly as they do in the official test.
And the one I'm driving is painted a non-shouty soil colour, so you can even read some curves into the bodywork. It avoids the brutal blocky look of all those SUVs running black paint, black glass and too-shiny rims.
Driving it, there's a pleasure to be had from wafting along. The diesel engine really does manage, most of the time, to sound like a distant big-cube petrol V8. Luckily it doesn't drink like one. The transmission smoothly defaults to a high gear, the revs drop to a easeful woofle, and the air-sprung ride is mostly very bottom-soothing. The steering is accurate but not so involving that you constantly feel the need to get involved. Instead you enjoy the scenery from the elevated view out.
But you never were really going to let all that power and torque go to waste were you? Not all the time anyway. This is a 5.7 seconds to 62 mph sort of car. Well, the transmission's happy to make the most of it, and with the standard electronically controlled centre diff, and the optional rear one, the torque gets played out among the wheels to dramatic advantage. Not so long ago you'd have needed a posh GT car to sweep through bends like this. Now a huge diesel SUV can manage it.
At a starting price of £58,243, you could almost say it's a bargain. I mean, some people spend that on a Boxster S. OK, my taste leans decisively to the Boxster, but you've got to agree that this is - by Porsche standards - a whole lot of car and engine for the money.
Too many hyper-engined SUVs are ruined by their power. They have suspensions and tyres that make them ride like carts, and they get stopped in their silly tracks by snow and mud or rocks. They need filling with fuel every couple of hours. They render themselves humiliatingly pointless.
This one doesn't. And of course since it's a Porsche, it's built so beautifully it feels like it'll last until the end of the world. Luckily, you won't want to die of embarrassment first.
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Calling all students! We want to tell you about an exciting opportunity to explore more of Minnesota. Do camping, canoeing, campfires under the stars, making great new friends, and going to see new places sound fun to you? If so, ISSS invites you to join our Wilderness Week program to northern Minnesota.
Dates are August 18-22, 2011. This will be a great chance to meet students from all over the world. All international and US students (new and returning) are eligible. This is your chance to try (or try again) canoeing, hiking and camping in Minnesota! Enjoy campfires, stories, and time to meet new friends before the semester begins.
The cost of the trip is $395.00 per person. This price includes transportation, meals, group equipment, and guides.
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Runnin' the Goat - Newfoundland
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Harbour Deep was a Newfoundland logging and fishing community that no longer exists; when the cod fishery collapsed, the town disappeared, with the last residents leaving in 2002. This documentary from 1980 shows a four-couple traditional dance from that community. The dance runs some 17 minutes in length, at a fast pace; be prepared to be exhausted just watching it!
The dance is performed by residents of Harbour Deep, Newfoundland. Dancers: Margaret Thomas, Norman Cassell, Emma Cassell, Baxter Ropson, Maude Ropson, Charlie Pittman, Rachel Andrews, and Len Loder. Accordion: Pleman Pollard.
Full credits for the project can be found on the site for the Memorial University of Newfoundland.
Information about the town and links to songs and stories can be found on the Worlds of Difference site. That page includes a link to an evocative 15-minute audio portrait, A Map of the Sea, telling the story of what happened to this community.
Another video posted on YouTube in 2008 shows a group of dancers doing a shorter version (10 minutes) of the dance.
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Turn your artistic talent into an exciting career.
Today, graphic design plays a major role in everyday life. The right visual approach is now vital to the success of websites, cell phone applications, electronic games, advertising, packaging, product presentation, and more. That's why there is a real demand for professionals with the right creative flair and technical know-how.
Demand will increase as advertising firms create web marketing and promotional materials for a growing number of products and services.
Employers expect new graphic designers to be familiar with computer graphics and design software. Individuals with website design and animation capabilities plus a strong liberal arts background that includes marketing and business courses will have the best career prospects.
Do you have what it takes to succeed as a graphic designer?
Successful graphic designers are more than just talented. They love the challenge as well the work.
A career in graphic arts would be right for you if you:
- Are interested in translating a marketing message into a strong visual statement
- Enjoy exploring creative ideas and concepts
- Are comfortable using a computer
- Want to learn how to use the latest design-related software
- Pay close attention to details
- Can effectively solve problems working alone
- Enjoy working on a project in a team environment
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What are the career opportunities in this field?
The career path of a graduate with the Associate of Science in Graphic Design will depend in large measure on the design discipline transferred into the program. Completing the associates' degree demonstrates to potential employers the graduate's dedication to their own personal and professional development and gives graduates the interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills that employers value.
Where do they work?
Because types of employers vary greatly, work environments vary as well. Most designers employed at mid- to large-size companies or firms work in an office environment. Some offices may be very professional and conservative while others (such as creative firms) may be relaxed and casual. Designers working for smaller companies or as a consultant/freelancer may work irregular hours to accommodate their clients' schedules and have smaller, more cramped workspaces.
While many in this field work a standard 40-hr work week, some designers working on a contract basis (such as freelancers) must work to please their existing clients while putting in additional hours to find new clients to serve. Those working in the publishing industry may also work nights and weekends to meet deadlines.
How do I advance in this career?
Advancement in this field is directly related to both education and experience. Design professionals must stay current with design, communication, and technology trends, and should continually add samples of their best work to their portfolios. In order to advance, professionals may be required to earn a Bachelor's Degree to become eligible for higher-level positions and salaries with some employers. They may also choose to broaden their skills by adding a second specialty area such as marketing, web design, photography or written communication.
What is the job outlook?
Demand will increase as advertising firms create web marketing and promotional materials for a growing number of products and services.
What is the program title, length, and content?
Herzing University's Graphic Design programs provide graduates with the credentials and capabilities they need to succeed. Students work with the latest professional software programs such as the Adobe Creative Suite. They also study the principles of good design and typography and advance their skills in areas such as drawing and photography.
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Despite our love of those mid-90's snaps of Kate Moss, we're hardly the type to encourage (nevermind enable) a nicotine habit. While we prefer not to get preachy, what's the point of dropping dollars on fancy anti-aging (hey, it's preventative) lotions and potions only to bombard skin with a bunch of toxic s#!t?
And though we can't really vouch for actual, you know, smoking, we can't exactly deny our affinity for ashtrays. We've seen our fair share of ruby red trays by Hermès, as well as Supreme's send-up of the iconic motif, in the homes of everyone from Ben Baller to Erin Wasson. But the two people we point to for our propelling our expensive addiction (buying trays for décor is totally okay, right?): Rachel Zoe and decor king Ryan Korban; both of whom's spaces are incomplete without a few (dozen) trays scattered throughout. Zoe's mirrored coffee table was adorned with ones by Gucci, while Korban describes his collection as bordering on "obsession".
"My collection is becoming a problem. I have actually stopped myself for a bit. They are in every corner, cabinet and crack of my apartment. Some are Italian '70s, some are French '30s, there are Lucite ones, glass ones, chromes ones, porcelain ones, Versace, Hermès, Cartier. They all have a story; some good and actually some bad." Korban confessed to us.
Say you've taken to hoarding antique ashtrays, but are stumped as far as how to actually incorporate them into your home without like you're missing the point entirely? With a little visual inspiration from our Covs, we think we've more or less nailed the technique. We suggest styling them as part of vignettes on your coffee tables and bookshelves; mixing them with other décor items and even using them as trays to display jewelry and smaller knick knacks. And if your friends try to actually, you know, use them? They have another thing coming.


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George Plemper - A Moment in Time
Thursday, 1st Aug 2013
We recently came across the work of photographer George Plemper, whose A Moment in Time series captures British youth culture in the late 70s and early 80s. The documentary project is largely set around the estates and community centres of Woolwich and Thamesmead, with the photographer shooting hundreds of portraits of the young people he encountered day to day.
Boy in Parka, Goudhurst, Kent, 1977
Sam Uba, Riverside School, Thamesmead, 1978
Gary and Justine, Woolwich Dockyard, 1981
Speaking of the project, George mentions that he wasn't originally sure what to do with the images, admitting that his "negatives and photographs sat mouldering in the back of my garage for 30 years before the wonders of the digital age allowed me to rescue them." The series has received a brilliant response on photo-sharing site flickr, as well as being mentioned on several blogs.
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Framburg Independence Hall 3 Light Foyer Chandelier
Framburg Independence Hall 3 Light Foyer Chandelier
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|Chandelier Type: Mini chandelier
|Room Use: Entry/Foyer
|Country of Manufacture: China
|Number of Lights: 3
|Wattage per Bulb: 60 Watts (W)
|Number of Tiers: 1
|Bulb Type: Incandescent
|Bulb Included: No
|Adjustable: Yes
|Dimmable: Yes
|Product Care: Wipe clean with a dry cloth
|Assembly Required: Yes
|Damp, Dry or Wet Location Listed: Dry
|UL Listed: Yes
|cUL Listed: Yes
About the ManufacturerFramburg has been designing and handcrafting fixtures in the United States since 1905. To the best of their knowledge longer than any other company. Framburg is recognized throughout the world for their designs and workmanship. One will find Framburg fixtures in some of the finest residences and institutions in the world.
In 1905, Einstein published his first paper on the theory of relativity making famous the equation E=MC2, Orville and Wilber Wright completed their first flight lasting more than thirty minutes, Claude Debussy composed Claire de Lune, and Henry Alfred Framburg started H. A. Framburg and Company in Chicago, Illinois.
Framburg is one of the most integrated manufacturers in the lighting industry and one of the few companies still manufacturing product in the United States. Their manufacturing capabilities allow them to produce fixtures of superior quality, thematic consistency, and design integrity. Framburg's capabilities also allow them to create a virtually infinite array of custom designs.
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