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The 9th annual China Gold & Precious Metals Summit 2014 will provide you with a comprehensive picture of price outlook, supply & demand fundamentals, investor sentiment, Asian physical gold market, leading miners' strategy, the chances of a roll-back of gold import rules in India, and China's efforts to set up an international physical gold exchange in Shanghai in the context of muted physical gold buying out of Asia, a remaining risk of gold ETF liquidation, growing optimism about the U.S. economy, a stronger U.S. dollar and equity market, ongoing policy normalization from the Fed and potentially looser ECB policy, and a restructuring in the South African PGM sector as a result of the strike. Now in its 9th year, the premier event again will be convening 250+ top professionals from various stakeholders across the value chain including miners, refiners, fabricators, bullion dealers, bankers, traders, brokers, money managers, analysts, advisors, jewelers and policymakers, etc.
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Finding out where gold and silver are headed amid dollar strength, looming U.S. rate hikes, and a rotational shift out of haven assets
Identifying China's efforts to have greater influence over gold pricing by launching an international physical gold exchange in Shanghai
Investigating China's economic slowdown coupled with a weaker yuan and the country's physical gold buying related to collateral financing and the implications for the Chinese demand going forward
Determining the Federal Reserve's stance on the timing of an eventual rate hike on the back of an improving labor market and a gradual rise in inflation expectations
Examining growing pressure on the ECB to implement bond-buying program amid worries about low inflation and sluggish growth in the eurozone and its impact on the euro, the greenback and gold
Knowing about miners' response to focus on profits, costs, cash flow and capital discipline in a lower price environment and its effects on mine supply in the years to come
Scrutinizing the continuation of gold-import restrictions in India in spite of the country's improving economy and narrowing current account deficit
Probing into ebbing investment demand for gold reflected by tepid interest from futures traders and ETF investors in the face of dollar strength and a stock market at record highs
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A Decade in Internet Time: Open Plenary Session Closing Remarks: Dame Stephanie Shirley
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Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Who set a blanket on fire in the back of a pickup truck parked at a home on Thurman Road in the Hemingway section of Georgetown County?
That is what investigators hope to find out.
County firefighters were dispatched to a vehicle fire at the residence and when they arrived, they found the blanket burning in the back of the truck.
The owner of the truck said he was asleep when his grandchildren woke him up to let him know his truck was burning.
As the mans wife called 911, his nephew ran outside and tried to extinguish the blanket fire with a bucket of water.
The deputy noted the only damage to the truck was where the blanket had been located. There were three other vehicles in the yard that were not damaged.
There were no indications that any accelerant had been used to start the fire nor evidence the fire was maliciously set, the report states.
No one reported hearing or seeing anyone in the area around the time of the fire.
Yauhannah burglary
A woman from the 1100 block of Trinity Road said she returned home at about 11:30 p.m. June 10 and saw her house had been broken into.
She said when she turned on the lights she saw her $500 flat screen TV was gone from her living room.
It appears entry was made to the house by removing window air conditioning unit.
Nothing else was reported missing.
The owner of Francis Marion Store on Highway 701 said a woman she has never seen in the store before shoplifted more than $40 worth of items June 10.
The woman is seen on video from security cameras placing car decals, sunglasses and beef jerky in her purse before walking out the door.
A description of the womans vehicle was given but she had not been found.
Copper theft
The owner of Howard Homes on Highmarket Street called police June 10. He said he noticed some copper wire and valves were missing from four of the trailers on the property.
He said all four trailers had been left unsecured.
A worker reported seeing a burgundy bike next to one of the trailers. She later saw a man jump on the bike and leave the area.
Leaps from vehicle
A Georgetown police officer attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Merriman Road at about 10 a.m., June 10 because of a license tag problem.
The driver did not stop and the officer pursued the vehicle. The suspect drove behind Lamars Fish and Chips on Merriman Road then jumped out while the vehicle was still moving.
He ran as the car crashed into a wooden fence.
There were three passenger in the vehicle and they were ordered out by police.
The officers confirmed the name of the driver who got away from Central Dispatch.
An open, cold beer can was found inside the vehicle. All three passengers said the beer belonged to the driver.
The vehicle was towed. The man, who has four previous driving under suspension violations, was not found.
Altercation at party
A woman from Chasewood Drive in Browns Ferry was throwing a party for her granddaughter June 14 when the childs mother allegedly began causing problems.
She was upset because her mother refused to co-sign for a new vehicle. She reportedly began to threaten the family with violence, the report states.
The victim described her daughter as completely out of control.
The suspect was gone when the officer arrived so he tried to speak with her by phone.
The officers states the woman was so irrational I could not get a straight answer from her about the altercation.
Her mother decided she did not want to press charges.
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december 2002 archives
Wednesday, December 11, 2002
A few months ago, BBC started showing new bumpers between their programmes. It got a lot of attention as public money was spent on promoting a public service: funded by the money each household spend annually on the TV licence. Same thing is happening again, just "closer to home" this time. For a weeks now, the Ordnance Survey are running an ads campaign: "Get away this Christmas. Get a map"! It's really a funny ad. It shows a couple of turkeys à la "Chicken Run" by Aardman Animations with the caption: Not everyone looks forward to Christmas. Those who prefer to escape the traditional stuffing will need an accurate map. All very well of course, but I am not sure how other cartographic publishers are taking this. "Unfair competition" would be my first suggestion.
Just finished watching an episode of "Faking it": she went from ferry stewardess to racing yacht skipper on one of the Challenger yachts I was on earlier this year in Southampton. Quite interesting to see someone mastering the art of sailing in such a short time. Very good how she impressed the judges in the end. Funny thing was that most of the other skippers were crew members on the day I was down there: all these familiar faces on the screen.
"Must see" would be a good title for this entry, but unfortunately Blogger doesn't do a separate title field. Hmm... or I am just to lazy to explore how to do this.
First of all, on Sunday I went to see the documentary "Bowling for Columbine". At one moment, the audience cannot not stop laughing, the next moment, everyone is holding their breath. It's a very moving view on the gun issue in the States. Someone told me the other day she had once bought a gun for her dad. In their county there is a limit to the number of guns you can buy, so as he had exceeded his limit, she simply got to buy him one. Note however, this limit only restricts the number of guns you can buy IN ONE MONTH!
Last night I went for a Christmas dinner in Kensington. As I arrived a bit early at South Kensington tube station, I decided to visit the "Earth from the Air" exhibition in the gardens of the Natural History Museum. It shows large-scale photographs of natural landscapes: providing a spectacular view on some of the World's greatest features! Definitely worth visiting, despite the fact that it is outdoors and it was freezing cold!
Friday, December 06, 2002
When I was in the Netherlands the other week, I met up with Herman. He's the only person from my secondary school I am still in contact with. On our way to the pub, we bumped into one of our class mates! I recognised him, Herman didn't. Of course neither of us remember his name... At a school reunion a few months ago, rumour had it I was married and had children! Not that I know of...
Well, today I stumbled across SchoolBANK.nl. Now there's some fuel for interesting gossip to be found there. Very addictive! At last a Dutch equivalent to the British "Friendsreunited"!
Tuesday, December 03, 2002
In Amsterdam, visitors of the exhibition "Maps of Amsterdam 1866-2000" at the Amsterdam City Archive are invited to take part in the Amsterdam RealTime project. Carrying a GPS for the duration of the exhibition, their journeys through the city are traced, thus creating a map of movements.


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Mainly Dry TodayJune 26th, 2014 at 5:45 am by Pamela Gardner under Colts Forecast, Weather
Patchy dense fog is reported in northern Indiana. Visibility is under a quarter of a mile in Kokomo and under half a mile in Lafayette.
Temperatures are in the 60s this morning with some light fog in most of the state. This afternoon will be partly cloudy with highs in the low to mid 80s. Most of us will stay dry today, but there could be an isolated storm or shower in the late afternoon. Tonight, partly cloudy with lows again in the 60s.
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Views down Banchory Hight Street both west toward the town centre and east toward Aboyne.
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Part 1: Introduction to Psychopharmacology
Psychopharmacology Tips by Dr. Bob
Numerous tips and links compiled by Dr. Robert Hsuing, Professor of Psychopharmacology at the University of Chicago
On-Line Pharmacokinetic Simulations
Online computer simulations of dose optimization in mathematical models of pharmacokinetics. Also includes Excel files containing the models, and links to other resources related to pharmacokinetics.
Drug Metabolism
Comprehensive information on the Chemistry and Enzymology of Drug Metabolism
Merck Manual: Drug Dynamics
Merck's primer on drug dynamics. Includes sections on drug action and site selectivity.
ChemCases: Drug Pathways and Chemical Concepts
Professor Sally Boudinot at Kennesaw State University has authored this instructional website on the biochemistry involved in drug metabolism. This curriculum development project is supported by the National Science Foundation.
Interactive Clinical Pharmacology
A site developed to increase understanding of important and sometimes difficult concepts and principles in Clinical Pharmacology. It uses Macromedia Flash to facilitate user interaction. An excellent resource for students in medicine, pharmacology, and psychopharmacology.
Neuroscience and Behavior at MIT
Complete audio recordings of the undergraduate course Neuroscience and Behavior, offered by the department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and taught by Professor Gerald Schneider.
Neuroscience for Kids: Neurotransmitters
The ABC's of neurotransmitters.
Part 2: Drugs That Depress Brain Function: Sedative-Hypnotic Drugs
Alcohol Medical Scholars Program
The mission of the Alcohol Medical Scholars Program (AMSP) is to promote optimal education in medical schools regarding the identification and care of people with alcohol use disorders and other substance-related problems. This site provides full PowerPoint presentations as well as outlines on topics related to the diagnosis and treatment of alcoholism, as well as numerous biological topics.
Understanding the Pharmacology of Ethanol
A comprehensive background on the pharmacokinetics and dynamics of ethyl alcohol. Written by Dr. David Benjamin, Professor of Forensic Toxicology at Boston University School of Medicine.
DEA Briefs and Backgrounds: Depressants
The official word on barbiturates, benzodiazepines, GHB, and the like.
Drugs, Brain, and Behavior: Tranquilizers and CNS Depressants
An interactive Flash module describing the effects and mechanisms of commonly abused depressants. Written by Ian Winship at the University of Alberta.
ChemCases: History of Barbiturates
The social and medical history of barbiturate use, this site also has links to an in-depth discussion of phenobarbitol. Written by Professor Sally Boudinot at Kennesaw State University.
Barbiturates: History and Chemistry
An overview of the chemistry of various barbiturates, includes links to interactive molecular animations.
How Benzodiazepines Work
An animation of the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines on GABA receptors.
Part 3: Drugs Used to Treat Psychological Disorders
Serotonin Syndrome: Recognition and Management
A comprehensive write-up from U.S. Pharmacist. Includes analysis of serotonin syndrome and numerous case studies.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nefazodone (Serzone)
A number of questions about the SSRI Nefazodone answered by Dr. Ivan Goldberg of the New York Psychopharmacological Institute.
STEP-BD: Systematic Treatment Enhancement Program for Bipolar Disorder
The official site describing STEP-BD, the NIMH-funded collaborative study on the treatment of bipolar disorder mentioned in the textbook.
CrazyMeds: The Good, the Bad, & the Funny of Neurological Medications
A large database of writing about numerous drugs used to treat psychological disorders. This site was put together not by doctors but by a group of patients all of whom have had experience with psychiatric medication, this site contains both official (and well-cited) information as well as accounts of personal experiences with taking the drugs.
The Child Psychopharmacology Parent's Page
A series of web pages created for parents who have questions about
the use of prescription medicines to treat problems and psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents. Maintained by the University of Wisconsin School of Education.
Children and Adults with AHDH
A non-profit organization providing education, advocacy, and support for individuals with ADHD.
Medications Used to Treat Parkinson's Disease
Part of a large database of information on Parkinson's Disease, this site reviews the various pharmacological treatments for Parkinson's.
Part 4: Psychostimulants
Cocaine Pharmacology
An interesting perspective on the pharmacology of cocaine from the Museo de la Coca in La Paz, Bolivia.
The Social Pharmacology of Smokeable Cocaine: Not All It's Cracked Up to Be
A chapter introducing the pharmacology of crack cocaine. It discusses the different pharmacodynamics of smoking versus inhaling cocaine, and argues that a degree of the harm caused by crack and cocaine stems more from the social circumstances of their use than from their specific pharmacology.
Drugs, Brain, and Behavior: Stimulants and Antidepressants
An interactive Flash module describing the effects and mechanisms of commonly abused stimulants. Written by Ian Winship at the University of Alberta.
The Naked Scientists: Why Do Plants Produce Caffeine?
An article discussing the evolutionarily adaptive benefits of caffeine production in plants.
Does Coffee Really Give You A Buzz?
An article reporting on a study from Bristol University on how the physiological effects of caffeine change as people become dependent.
Drugs.com: Ritalin
Consumer information on Ritalin and related drugs.
This Is Your Brain On Nicotine
A look at a recent study from the Brookhaven National Laboratory that documents the effects of nicotine on dopamine production.
Part 5: Analgesic Drugs and Psychedelics
WebMD: Ibuprofen
Consumer information on ibubprofen.
FDA Evaluation of COX-2 Selective Drugs and NSAIDs
Information and links concerning the use of COX-2 selective inhibitors (e.g. Vioxx) and non-selective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Opioids: Past, Present, and Future
This site makes the case that Opioid agonists are necessary for some members of the population suffering from chronic pain, and presents a large amount of information of the history, social science, and psychopharmacology of opioid agonists and antagonists.
Substances of Abuse and Addiction: Opiates
Information on opiates and opioid receptor action with accompanying animations. From the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Sunderland.
Endocannabinoid System Network
This site has a very large amount of information on the endogenous cannabinoid system. This link goes to an animated video about the biology of endocannabinoids.
A member-supported organization providing access to non-judgmental information about psychoactive plants and chemicals and related issues. They regularly work with academic, medical, and experiential experts to develop and publish new resources, as well as to improve and increase access to already existing resources.
Spiders on Drugs
Photos of spider webs spun under the influence of various drugs, including THC, Mescaline, and LSD.
Psychedelic Medicine: Mind Bending, Health Giving
A 2005 article from New Scientist on potential therapeutic uses for psychedelic drugs.
Part 6: Special Topics in Psychopharmacology
The Psychopharmacology of Herbal Medicine
The Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience reviews Marcello Spinella's book The Psychopharmacology of Herbal Medicine: Plant Drugs That Alter Mind, Brain and Behavior.
St. John's Wort and Depression
Criticism of St. John's Wort as a treatment for depression. Written by retired psychiatrist Stephen Barrett, MD.
Ginkgo Biloba
Factsheet on ginkgo biloba from the National Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine and the NIH. Reviews the uses for and studies of ginkgo.
Kava and Kava Drinking
An interesting description of practices involving Kava on the island of Samoa.
Originally published in Anthropological Quarterly in 1932.
Facts and Figures on Steroids
The official word on steroids from the Office of National Drug Control Policy.
View a 5 minute clip of an educational film about steroids and steroid abuse.
Association Against Steroid Abuse: Ask the Doctor
Database of information and frequently asked questions about the medical aspects of steroids. This organization's mission is to educate and safeguard against the abuse of anabolic steroids by providing crucial information and statistics on the dangers and issues surrounding anabolic steroid use.


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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) – A new survey of bankers suggests that the economy will grow at a healthy pace in rural parts of the Dakotas and eight other states in the months ahead.
The monthly survey's overall index rose to 56.1 in December from November's more moderate 54.3. But any score above 50 suggests growth.
Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says the region continues to benefit from the strength of agriculture and energy businesses. But declining crop prices and the lack of a farm bill are concerning.
The index is based on surveys of rural bankers in the Dakotas, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming, Missouri and Illinois.
It ranges from 0 to 100, with 50 representing growth neutral. A score above 50 suggests growth in that factor in the months ahead.
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MASON CITY - Mercy Weight Management Clinic welcomed a new healthcare provider, June Vogelman, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), earlier this month.
Vogelman will lead the medical direction of the clinic, a duty once held by Teresa Mock, M.D., who began the clinic four years ago. Dr. Mock transitioned her professional focus to become Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa's Senior Vice President of Mercy Clinics.
"June is an excellent healthcare provider who has a real passion for helping people who struggle with their weight," Dr. Mock said. "While I will miss the practice, I know I am leaving it in very capable and compassionate hands."
Vogelman has 10 years of healthcare experience, beginning her career as a registered nurse. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Clarke College, Dubuque Iowa. She then went on to earn her title as ARNP upon graduation from Allan College in Waterloo.
"I am so very excited about joining the established staff here at Mercy Weight Management Clinic," Vogelman said. "This clinic is special to me and I look forward to working with the established patients as well as welcoming new ones."
As a college-athlete, Vogelman was very active as a young woman, but after college with work and a young family, Vogelman's lifestyle shifted from an active one to being more sedentary. Soon, she was experiencing weight gain and sought medical help to management it.
"My own life's experience is something that I bring to the table. Because I have lived it, I know it first-hand and that helps me help others," she said.
The Mercy Weight Management Clinic is a medically supervised, comprehensive approach to weight management for adult patients. Individuals can self-refer or can be referred by their physician. The clinic is housed at Mercy Family Clinic - Regency, 621 South Illinois Avenue, Mason City.
Because of the comprehensive approach to weight management, a team of healthcare providers supports the clinic. The professionals include:
After an initial visit with the team of healthcare providers, patients will have monthly scheduled appointments with the physician. Weekly weigh-ins are required, but no appointment is necessary to weigh in.
For some patients, weight management may include changes in nutrition and activity; for others medication may be appropriate. Plans are designed according to individual abilities and goals. If through medical assessment, surgery is deemed appropriate, the weight management clinic can fulfill the insurance requirement for a physician-supervised diet. In addition, the medical team will be able to counsel patients regarding lifestyle changes and follow them postoperatively with their surgeon.
There is an out-of-pocket fee of $125 for the initial consultation and the remainder of physician visits will be billed through the patient's insurance. The initial meeting with the dietitian and personal trainer will be covered in the one-time fee; however, additional visits to either the dietitian or personal trainer will result in out-of-pocket expense.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Mercy Weight Management Clinic at Regency at 641-428-6900.


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January 27, 2011 - 08:42 pm
American University has released its draft 10-year plan. And many of the neighbors in the Northwest community surrounding the school are not happy.
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Girls prefer pink - but only because they've learned to, says a Cambridge psychologist
Posted: March 07, 2014|
We modern parents are a liberal lot, aren't we? If our toddler daughter wants to dress up as a cowboy and play with toy trains – great! If our little boy wants to wear a tutu and push a pink pram – fantastic!
Actually no. Not according to Cambridge University's Professor Melissa Hines, anyway.
As a psychologist specialising in gender development, Melissa spends an awful lot of time watching how parents interact with their kids – and our behaviour isn't necessarily as liberal as you'd assume.
"Parents rarely discourage their children from doing things, unless it's aggressive things, but just in terms of activities, parents typically like to find out what interests their child and then facilitate that. But! Boys playing with girls' things is an exception," says Melissa with a chuckle.
"If you watch parents playing with their children, you'll find that they don't mind if girls play with boys' toys. The only thing they discourage is boys playing with girls' toys."
But why? "We don't know for sure, but I would speculate that it has to do with the lower status of women," she says. "You don't want your children to do something that is typical of a lower-status group." Yikes! Isn't that a bit controversial? "I don't think so," shrugs Melissa.
Most aspects of our gender-related behaviour develop as a result of our biological make-up, she says, "so part of the reason that girls gravitate towards dolls, and boys towards cars and trucks, has to do with their hormone environment, prenatally and just after birth.
"But it's also heavily socialised," she adds. "Not just parents but peers, teachers, even strangers encourage children to play with sex-type toys."
These days it's easier than ever to see what toys are 'for girls' rather than boys, thanks (or not) to the colour pink, which Melissa will explore as part of this year's Cambridge Science Festival. The event, next Wednesday night, is called What's Wrong With Pink? - and I get the feeling she'd quite like to remove that question mark.
"Pink is special," says Melissa with a smile. "Pink, I think, is probably pretty much socialised. We could make any colour 'the girl colour'. It could be yellow! And why do I think this is the case? Well one thing is if you look at very young children, say 12 to 24 months old, they already show these toy preferences. They aren't as dramatic as when children are a bit older, but they are emerging.
"But," she says firmly, "the preference for pink for girls isn't there yet. ALL young babies – boys and girls - like reddish-pinkish colours better than other colours. And then at about age 3, girls start to preferentially like pink, and boys to avoid pink."
Why? "It's probably a marketing tool. So if pink is for girls, then you can't have your brother's old tricycle, can you? You're going to have to get a new one for your daughter, because she's going to want a pink one.
"Girls like dolls, and they get dolls that are pink. They probably get clothes that are pink, and they like those clothes and other items that are pink. And so they learn to like pink."
Yet interestingly, pink isn't historically associated with girliness: "It became much more dramatic post-war," says Melissa. "Before that you would see pink for boys: I have a picture of a Victorian doll that's a boy all dressed in pink; Churchill's racing colours were pink and brown; my son went to a school in London where the boys all had to wear pink football costumes historically. So there was a time when pink wasn't so off-limits. But now it is."
Is that necessarily a bad thing? "Well it channels people into a limited range of behaviours, so I think it's potentially not a good thing," says Melissa. "If you think that only things that are pink are for you - and none of the blocks, or cars, or things that are generally for boys are pink - then you won't have those experiences.
"And similarly for boys, if they can't have pink things. Maybe they would like to play with dolls, some of them, and why should it be kind of labelled as 'not for them'?" So she's a fan of the Pinkstinks campaign to destroy the (potentially stifling) 'pinkification' of girlhood, then? "Yeah, I like Pinkstinks," she grins.
It's a fascinating subject, and one that Melissa has been studying for many years. Her research has centred extensively on toy choices: back in the 1990s, she and her colleagues famously tested whether male and female vervet monkeys preferred traditionally male or female human toys.
"We gave them sex-typical toys - cars are for boys and dolls are for girls, and sex-neutral toys - like a picture book and a stuffed animal toy. And so our question was, would they show sex differences in their preference for these toys?
"We do a similar thing with children: we bring them into a playroom and we record what they play with: that's how we empirically show that boys play with cars and trucks more than girls do, and girls play with dolls more than boys do. And we found a similar thing in these vervet monkeys."
It's perhaps not surprising that the female monkeys preferred dolls, given their nurturing role ("The girl monkeys do spend a lot of time with the baby animals, and this doll had a round pink face, kind of like a baby monkey"). But what is surprising is that the male monkeys preferred human boys' toys. Where they expecting that? "Well we were testing that idea, but we were surprised, actually," admits Melissa.
"Another research group has done a similar study in Atlanta, and they've found that male monkeys like wheeled toys." But surely a monkey has no experience of wheels? "Exactly! So it's made us rethink what these toys are about. So we've been looking at things like: is it the shape? Are the girls' toys more rounded and the boys' toys more angular? It doesn't seem to be that.
"So we went back to people, and thought, well let's see if we make the toys in the 'wrong' colours, will that influence whether children are interested in them?" It didn't. "And that's how we found out that young girls don't already prefer pink.
"So it might be motion. Males may like to watch things move."
Originally from Washington DC, Melissa originally intended to study aggression: "I grew up in an era of a lot of violent behaviour: people assassinating presidents, mass murderers… and I thought why are people doing these things? And then I discovered it's very hard to study aggression, so I got interested in gender development more broadly."
She had her very own case study in her (now grown-up) son, of course, who typically loved to play with vehicles and toy soldiers. Did she try giving him girly things? "He would ignore them," she shrugs.
So will people learn anything new at the event? "I think they're going to be surprised that the things that make girls like a doll are different from the things that make a girl like pink," says Melissa.
And should we be training our children to play with the toys of the opposite gender? "Parents generally encourage their children to do the things their children enjoy, and that's probably a good practice. Although breadth of experience is a good thing too, so they might try introducing them to other things. But," she adds, smiling again, "as with my son, they might ignore those other things." And parents of boys can feel free to (secretly) sigh with relief.
::What's Wrong With Pink? is at the Mill Lane Lecture Rooms, Mill Lane, Cambridge, on Wednesday (March 12) from 8pm to 9pm. Pre-book by visiting cam.ac.uk/science-festival or calling (01223) 766766.
The Cambridge Science Festival runs from March 10 to 23; see cam.ac.uk/science-festival for the full line-up.


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love it
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
great pad. saved my butt more than a couple times
Will this be back in stock soon? Is there shipping to Ontario? Thanks!
Bridgette Boyland
Looks like we do have an order placed with Mad Rock, we should be getting quite a few of these the first 2 weeks of July.
We are able to ship this item to Ontario, If you needed here is the link to our international policy (if this link doesn't work you can also check it out in the help center)
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We have them in stock right now! Feel free to contact me and I'd love to set an order up for you.
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Lauren Gray
Will you get more Mad Rock R3 Crash Pad's in stock? Any idea when?
Just ordered mine :)
Jason G.
Awesome Pad
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This pad is great. It's bit heavier than others, but the comfort of having this under me while climbing is worth it. We stuff it with plenty of gear every day and there is almost always room to spare. The only downside was when we laid it on a sharp rock in one of the landings, a buckle for the chest strap broke off. However, for me the positives easily outweigh (the one) negative. Looking forward to getting another R3 soon.
Justin Mech
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- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Although it's heavier than most, I absolutely love it. As long as MR keeps making them, I'll keep buying them and beating them up. Worth every penny.
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I didn't realize how amazing it was until I used someone else's pad. Super happy with it, especially for the money. You won't regret it.
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Best pad/pack for the $$
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
All I can say is buy it. If you're in the market for a new pad this is for you. No complaints other than I wish there was a built in piece of carpet.... But really that's not a huge deal. Great pack as well ð
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- Familiarity: I've used it several times
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I have had this pad for a couple of years and I just moved into an apartment with limited space. Does anyone have a good idea on how to store this? I have a closet that it could fit into, but that's about it. I feel like it's just too heavy to hang, that's my biggest problem. Thanks!
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Thanks for the idea. I ended up using 4 eye-bolts sub-flush to the corners with a bungee cord to stand it up flat up against the wall of my closet. Works like a charm, and easy to access.
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How long before the mad rock r3 pad will...
How long before the mad rock r3 pad will be back in stock?
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Another reason you definitely want this pad is that it is THE pad for lugging the rest of your gear. This thing can carry an unbelievable amount of stuff. And even if you can't fit everything inside the pad, there are two lines of webbing with numerous clip-in points on the outside. I feel like this is probably the best way to pack gear for sport climbs that don't have too long of an approach; you can carry everything with the pad, and you have some padding for any surprise second-clip falls. The straps feel very comfortable for carrying the pad on your back for quite a long ways.
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Hey john, where is that climbing spot? It looks like an awesome place to get some bouldering in!
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Is this the new 18lb Version?
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It is indeed the 18lb version. Check out this review on Outdoor Gear Lab (http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Bouldering-Crash-Pad-Reviews/Mad-Rock-R3).
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Some universities optimistically provide an ironing board, while others don't even offer a kettle. A lot will also depend on whether your teen is going into catered or self-catered accommodation. Once they've a place confirmed, check the university website to see what's included.
Kitchen | Bedroom | Clothes and laundry | Bathroom | Miscellaneous | Home comforts
Self-catered essentials
A lot of self-catered halls come with a small kitchen, so students can rustle up food out of canteen hours (never underestimate the midnight munchies). These kitchens are often minimally equipped, however - think hob, microwave, toaster and kettle - so it's worth bringing some essentials.
- Mugs and glasses (plastic ones are best to avoid breakages)
- Cutlery - fork, knife, spoon and tea spoon
- Crockery - plates, bowls
- Plastic boxes/tupperware (for freezing, microwaving, storage)
- Cooking implements - wooden spoon, spatula, tongs, saucepan and frying pan, sharp knives, chopping board
- Tin opener
- Bottle opener/corkscrew
- Tea towel
- Kitchen roll
- Washing up liquid plus sponges/cloths
Some experienced parents argue it's best to have just one set of cutlery/crockery, but it can be handy to take a couple of spares in case of breakages, or if a friend comes to visit.
"If your DD/DS only has one plate, one cup and one dish they will have to wash it after they've used it. And I would strongly suggest buying cheap ones in a bright colour or pattern so they know it's theirs." Mimisunshine
Other useful kitchen items
If your teenager is likely to venture beyond the ubiquitous beans on toast, some of these items may come in handy.
- Wok (cooks everything)
- Oven tray
- Sieve/colander
- Grill/toastie maker
- Peeler
- Cheese grater
- Measuring jug
- Mixing bowl
- Oven gloves
- Tin foil/cling film and sandwich/freezer bags
- (Cheap) wine and shot glasses (packs of plastic coloured ones are great)
Things to buy when you get there
If the following things aren't already supplied by the halls of residence, check flatmates haven't already got them or club together and buy to share.
"Wait and see what the setup is. Most people are happy to share everything, but I have been in flats where everything is labelled/separate cupboards and everyone just uses their own stuff." Commsgirl
- Kettle
- Toaster
- Iron
- Set of pans
Top tip: "To anyone buying pans, consider getting ones suitable for induction hobs as some student kitchens have these. They are not necessarily any more expensive than non-induction pans and can then be used on any type of hob." Frogsinapond
"I would advise bringing your own kettle, and perhaps a mini fridge depending on how strict they are. When the kitchen has been wrecked from the night before, it's a small mercy to be able to make your own tea in your room without tip toeing over the destruction." TheAwfulDaughter
NOTE: check accomodation rules - for health and safety reasons, some halls do not allow kitchen electricals in bedrooms.
Most things will be easier to buy when you get there, but it's handy to have some basics to stock the cupboard.
- Tea bags
- Instant noodles
- Dried pasta and some jars of sauce
- Tins of food, eg tuna
- A few ready meals to put in the freezer
- Salt and pepper/herbs to make meals more flavoursome
- Oil
- Tea/wine/cake (to make friends with new flatmates on arrival)
"Actually teaching them how to make three dishes well will stand them in good stead and make them popular. [It's good] if they can rustle up a spaghetti bolognaise, stir fry and cheat's risotto. Oh and cottage pie is good too." ColdCottage
It's worth having a look at the set-up of the room on the university website/prospectus to get an idea of the kind of things they'll need, and how much there'll be room for. But you'll definitely require bedding:
- Duvet
- Pillows
- Bed sheet and pillow cases
- Blanket/throw (especially for up north!)
- Mattress protector
NOTE: make sure you know if the room has a single or double bed.
"The mattresses at DD's uni had a plastic cover on so [mattress cover] was the most essential thing of all, to make it a bit less sweaty and uncomfortable" Follyfoot
Think about the local climate where they're headed - if your teenager is relocating from Truro to Inverness, for example, they'd be well advised to stock up on the woolly jumpers and thick socks ...
"There seem to be many opportunities for fancy dress, so take a few adaptable bits if you have them: masks, school ties and shirts for freshers' disco, swimmers for beach party etc" freshorangeforDD
Other essentials
- Hangers
- Washing basket/laundry bin or large bag
"The blue ikea bags work really well - they can drag them anywhere. Also useful for moving in/out." BertieBotts
- Washing powder and fabric softener
- Fold-away airer/drying rack
- Mini ironing board
"One thing I recall from halls is needing a small, fold-away drying rack for clothes. The dryers in the basement were frequently not working and some clothes are best not being shoved in a dryer anyway." Spirael
Again, it's worth knowing in advance if your teen is lucky enough to have an en-suite or will be facing the
perils learning experience of a communal bathroom.
- Towels
- Bath mat
- Toiletries - toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, soap etc
- Wash bag/shower hanger (these are particularly handy if using a communal bathroom to carry shampoo, soap etc to the shower)
- Flip flops - for the hygiene-concerned using communal bathrooms
- Loo roll (sometimes provided, but better - far better - safe than sorry)
- Toilet brush
Other handy/miscellaneous items
The bits and pieces which it may not occur to you to pack, but which are guaranteed to come in handy at some point. Even if your child doesn't use all of them, they may be someone else's saving grace.
- Laptop/computer (as well as, hopefully, being used for work, this can double as a TV using On Demand apps - but be aware of TV licensing for watching live programming)
- Chargers for all their electricals
- Extension lead (old buildings; often too few sockets)
- USB memory sticks
- Stationery – pens, folders for work, paper etc
- Alarm clock
- Bedside/desk lamp
- Small bin for room (sometimes provided)
- Disposable anti-bac cleaning wipes (the easiest way to clean)
- Febreeze spray/air freshener (covers a multitude of sins)
- Decent-sized bag for taking things to lectures/library
- Sewing kit, scissors and safety pins (handy for quick fixes and fancy dress)
- Lighter (useful if using gas cooker and the ignition breaks)
- First aid kit
- Rape alarm
- A few passport-sized photos (sometimes needed for student cards/signing up to societies)
- Emergency pay-as-you-go phone (in case usual phone gets lost/broken)
"A folding stool, flat top (used as a bedside table, extra chair, stepladder) cost about £10 but still in use today (7 years on)" Waitfornothing
- Photos of friends/family and posters to decorate room (a lot of freshers' fairs have a poster stall, so they can also buy these once they're there)
- Pins (if the room has a pin-board) or blue tack to put up photos, timetables etc
- Extra cushions for bed
- Hot water bottle (comforting and good to keep warm if they're saving money on heating)
- Door stop (good to have an open door policy in first few weeks - great way to make new friends)
- Printer, paper and ink cartridges (not essential, as work can be saved on USB or sent to print off at library/print services, but handy for meeting deadlines at the last minute)
- Speakers for music
- Playing cards
- Sleeping bag – handy for when friends come to visit
"We made up a silly welcome pack with condoms, energy sweets, an emergency pair of pants saying 'If you need these you need to do your washing', paper plates with 'If you need these you need to wash up' and a framed £20 note with hammer saying 'In case of emergency break glass' for his wall." fussychica
Other useful tips
"Whatever you buy, don't spend a lot of money. Buy everything from value ranges; they might be a bit more careless with it, but stuff will get broken regardless - usually by flatmates who apologise but don't replace - and it's less likely to get nicked/borrowed on a permanent basis and cheaper to replace if it does go missing." Clarabell33
"I think the general view should be that 'less is more'. If you're struggling to fit everything you're taking into a family car, then you've got too much stuff, because it probably won't fit in the room at the other end, either." SlowlorisIncognito
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Relax! Instagram Says It Wants Nothing To Do With Your Selfies And Pictures Of Food
There was much controversy this week following Instagram's new terms of service- terms that suggest that users' photographs could possible be sold to companies to be used in advertisements, without compensating the user.
These new terms of service, that are to take effect on the 16th of January, caused an uproar among Instagram users throughout all social media outlets.
However, Instagram maintains that they have no plans to put users' photos into ads- the new terms of service were supposedly set up to make Instagram's integration with Facebook simpler and smoother.
Instagram cofounder Kevin Systrom wrote in his blog, "This means we can do things like fight spam more effectively, detect system and reliability problems more quickly, and build better features for everyone by understanding how Instagram is used. (Also,) help protect you, and prevent spam and abuse as we grow."
At the same time, however, Instagram does admit that it was created to become a business- and businesses need to make money. Currently, Instagram doesn't have any advertisements and they will need to do some sort of advertising in order to make a profit.
"Our main goal is to avoid things likes advertising banners you see in other apps that would hurt the Instagram user experience," wrote Systrom in his blog Tuesday.
So while Instagram claims that it will not be making a profit off of their users' photos, it is not exactly clear how they will be making the profit that they need to make.
Paul Hudson | Elite.


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COLUMBIA CITY — While schools are progressing toward more technology in the classroom, teachers still provide a personal touch, making a difference in the lives of their students.
That was one part of the message shared by Whitley County Consolidated Schools Superintendent Dr. Pat O'Connor at the Whitley Chamber of Commerce's recent lunch-and-learn seminar, which focused on the state of the schools for the district.
COLUMBIA CITY — A county middle school is a state finalist in a contest that could net a large gain in technology for the winner.
Indian Springs Middle School is one of five finalists across Indiana in the Solve for Tomorrow competition, sponsored by Samsung. The contest is designed to increase science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning in local communities.
The contest is nationwide. The winning school from each state will receive a technology package valued at $20,000. The top 15 nationally will receive $35,000, with the top five earning a prize of $140,000.
Amanda Dillon (left), a Whitley County Humane Shelter volunteer, takes photographs of pets with Santa as a fundraiser for the shelter Saturday. Sitting with Santa are Reese, a four-year-old male Maltese, and Marley, a female Labrador-pointer mix, with their owner Skylar Zickafoose. Pets and their owners came to the county's shelter where the four-legged visitors were treated to a grooming session before seeing Santa. This is the second year for the event. Shelter staff estimated more than 30 pet owners participated in the fundraiser.
COLUMBIA CITY — Several people were evacuated from their homes Monday morning after a Columbia City apartment building caught fire.
Firefighters were called to Denihan Plaza Apartments, 600 N. Walnut Street, after a resident found smoke in the apartment at approximately 6 a.m. Monday.
Columbia City's Police Department helped evacuate the entire building for safety reasons, but Fire Chief Tom LaRue said the fire only affected two apartments.
LaRue said there was smoke coming from the attic. He reported minimal damage and no injuries.
LaRue said the fire remains under investigation.
COLUMBIA CITY — Columbia City recently reviewed the financial situations of its utilities, and the outlook of the wastewater department looks grim.
Columbia City Clerk-Treasurer Rosie Coyle informed the Board of Works that the department is approximately $340,000 in the hole — and falling.
"Wastewater is trending in the hole. It's been going in the hole for sometime," Coyle said. "It's something you (the board) have discussed and we need to figure out if we need to raise the rates."
COLUMBIA CITY — Toys for Tots recently announced that it has extended its hours for families to sign up for the program. The Salvation Army of Whitley County will accept sign ups from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from now until Dec. 6.
Those experiencing difficult times or know someone who is, and will need assistance this Christmas, can take part in the toy program. To sign up for the program, visit the Salvation Army office located at the First Church of God, 1200 W. Depoy Dr. in Columbia City.
Columbia City Rotary Club President Gene Smith is pictured presenting Dick Haworth, a Rotarian, with his second Paul Harris Fellowship. The fellowship recognizes a strong financial commitment to the Rotary Foundation and world understanding and peace through Rotary. Haworth also was serenaded by the club in singing "Happy Birthday" to him.
Haworth recently celebrated his 93rd birthday.
Columbia City High School's Student Council invited Little Turtle Elementary School students and staff to participate in the Annual Turkey Run — a Thanksgiving funds and food collection for disadvantaged families within the district and the Whitley County community.
LTES students were given a dual challenge this year — raise one more Turkey Run dinner than last year and see who could raise the most funds. The contest was between kindergartner, first and second grade classes against third through fifth grade classes.
COLUMBIA CITY — One of Columbia City's new Rotarians Kent Turnbow, of Turnbow prosthetics in Columbia City, introduced Nick Rhoad from the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency at a recent meeting.
Rhoad, a father of three and Allen County native, came to speak to the local Rotary Club on efficiency in government, especially in his area of the licensing of an estimated 470,000 Hoosiers who are required to have a Indiana State license to practice their profession.
COLUMBIA CITY — Residents are paying taxes and dropping off aluminum tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Recently, members of the Faith Christian Academy brought in their donation — in a fish aquarium.
Drew Lortie, a student at FCA, brought the tabs in and was "happy" to donate them to help kids and parents in need.
Faith Christian Academy is Whitley County's only non-denominational Christian school, operating since 1991. Tabs can be collected in many types of convenient containers, such as plastic baggies, buckets, water bottles and more.


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Republican "insiders" (which is a nicer way of describing the "not completely batshit insane" wing of the party) are still licking their wounds after being burned by the Great Palin Immolation of 2008, so this go-around they're looking for a nice steady no-drama kind of guy who they can take home to mom. You know, the kind of guy who won't take a dump on the dining room table and start smearing shit on his face while speaking in tongues between the main course and dessert. Finding Marco Rubio too brown, and Allen West way too fucking brown, they seem to be coalescing around Ohio's Rob Portman who is basically Mitch Daniels, but without the swinger wife.
So what does Portman bring to the buffet?:
Portman, a former Congressman from the Cincinnati area who was director of the Office of Management and Budget during the George W. Bush administration, was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010. And the warmth Republican elites express for him stems much from a desire to avoid another risky, flamboyant pick like Sarah Palin as it does for his ability to help carry an important swing state.
"Romney needs to make a safe pick, and keep talking about the economy — and that's Rob Portman," said one committeewoman from the West.
Portman's seeming inability to overshadow the vanilla Romney gives him a rare qualification — and potentially a leg up over the rest of the field.
"He's not going to be Palin — he's not going to be fighting to get in front of cameras, [Portman] knows his place," he one Midwestern committeeman.
"He was born to be the guy standing next to the guy," said another member. "He's the type of guy who ran for vice president of his high school student council."
To recap: boiled-potato-on-white-bread-with-Miracle-Whip-sandwich Rob Portman makes Mitt Romney look like Louis Farrakhan on a Red Bull & meth bender.
Get excited, Republican base. Get very excited…