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The second of the George Lucas/Steven Spielberg Indiana Jones epics is set a year or so before the events in Raiders of the Lost Ark (1984). After a brief brouhaha involving a precious vial and a wild ride down a raging Himalyan river, Indy (Harrison Ford) gets down to the problem at hand: retrieving a precious gem and several kidnapped young boys on behalf of a remote East Indian village. His companions this time around include a dimbulbed, easily frightened nightclub chanteuse (Kate Capshaw), and a feisty 12-year-old kid named Short Round (Quan Ke Huy). Throughout, the plot takes second place to the thrills, which include a harrowing rollercoaster ride in an abandoned mineshaft and Indy's rescue of the heroine from a ritual sacrifice. There are also a couple of cute references to Raiders of the Lost Ark, notably a funny variation of Indy's shooting of the Sherpa warrior. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
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In recognition of the Pennsylvania Catholic bishops' call to recognize Friday, March 30, as a Day of Prayer and Fasting for Religious Liberty, Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit will be open all day for prayer and special intentions will be offered at the 7:45 a.m. and noon masses.
In his letter inviting support for the Day of Prayer and Fasting for Religious Liberty, Pittsburgh Bishop David Zubik writes, "On that day, offer your sacrifice for the cause of religious liberty, that the church may be granted the basic right to practice what she preaches, and for our political leaders, that their eyes may be opened to the rights of all Americans, including those of faith."
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It does not appear to be a good day for external battery/case products. We recently mentioned the recall that was issued by Best Buy for the Rocketfish case for the iPhone 3/3S and now it looks like we have one coming from Mophie. The Mophie recall is dealing with the Juice Pack Air for the 4th generation iPod touch.
"mophie has determined that in a small number of juice pack air™ units (JPAT…) for the iPod touch 4th generation may short-circuit causing the unit to potentially over heat. In extreme conditions, it is possible for the plastic to deform and damage the iPod touch. You should stop using these units immediately."
In terms of knowing if you have one of the affected models, the recall covers the following model numbers;
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My time on the RJI fellowship has been amazing, but also really brought to the forefront a big "fail" in my life; similar to Steven Fox's fail post, I learned that I really need to work on my work-life balance.
One of the great blessings (and burdens) of having an opportunity like this fellowship has been the ability to focus very acutely and deeply on a research topic area. Before in the normal world, there was a very clear 9-7ish "work day" and then personal time (which I'd still spend a good amount of time doing research, reading, writing and experimenting). With the fellowship though, there isn't that "work day" barrier, so I perhaps took that too far, and ended up spending way too much time working and not enough time living. This past semester, I spent more time on the road than I actually did at home and while I relished all the opportunities to teach, consult, interview and attend tech and training events — and I wouldn't do it any different for this year — as I'm wrapping things up, I've begun to realize that going forward I need to assess my work-life balance and optimize:
- Focus more on specific areas/skills. There's no award for being the most well-read person in every area possible (and frankly, there's basically little to no attribution for being the person that turns others on to innovative ideas and information). There's no stock bonus for having the most RSS feeds read. It's just not possible to be an expert in everything and I'm working find a more comfortable balance and deeper specialized focus.
- Prioritize some of my volunteer efforts, be much more careful about over-committing to after-hours/extra projects. I still believe it's critically important to give back to the industry and craft, but this year I took on a lot and it definitely tested me. I've been working on co-leading SND St. Louis conference for most of the year and the NPPA Multimedia Immersion; both are huge undertakings on their own. Especially when you add them to many other commitments including my ONA Board responsibilities, such as helping launch and manage the ONA Issues project, the MJ Bear Fellowships, and the many conference calls, emails, etc. Then toss in all the extra training workshops I do, guest speaking at schools, consulting work, and trying to feed my dog and make sure I have time to brush my teeth.
- Balance / leverage time and money. While I still really enjoy DIY experiences such as spending a sunny afternoon changing my oil or detailing my car but I've really started to appreciate the benefit that paying for something I don't want to do to save significant amounts of time and energy. Beloved Carnegie Mellon professor Randy Pausch has an awesome lecture on time management that everyone should see (actually check out all his lectures, he was a gem and an inspiration).
- Work smarter, use new technology and techniques to help do this. I've been seeking out different tools, techniques, ideas and workflows to help boost my productivity and really find the best 80-20 balance to get the most out of my 24 hours each day.
Everyone has to make their own work-life judgement calls and find their own personal balance. I'm blessed to have this experience and grateful for everything I've learned, especially the life lesson it taught me. I'd like to share some of my lifehacks / workflow hacks with you, so I'll be hosting next month's Carnival of Journalism and it's going to focus on the the last two items on this list. Stay tuned for more info this week.


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A few week backs while having drinks with colleagues in Richmond, we decided to go and try French cuisine. The place Chez Lindsay, their speciality seafood and pancakes, or as they say the twin glories of Breton cooking. A selection of galettes, cider serve in boles (cups), seafood including oysters, escargots, and a wide selection of mains.
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For starters we had escargots de Bourgogne, Boudin Noir (black pudding), Huitres fines de Claire (oysters), and galette au Roquefort. As main I had the steak frites (grilled sirloin steak with fries and salad), and finally as dessert crème brulee and also tried the crepe suzette. All this while drinking wine and cider.
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Nice atmosphere, good service, French classics, decent flavours, however, the overall opinion of the table was that the entrees were much better than the mains. My main was ok, the bernaise was good, the fries were ok, and the salad was simple but excellent.
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French reminds me the Seinfeld episode "The Strike".
Jerry: Actually, the only place she always looked good was in that back booth over there.
George: So, just bring her here. This is all you really need.
Jerry: I can't just keep bringing her to the coffee shop. I mean, what if things, you know, progress?
George: Lights out.
Jerry: Alright, I'll give it a shot! I do really like this coffee shop. Nice cuff links, by the way.
George: Office Christmas gift. I tell you, this Human Fund is a gold mine!
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PVSP Pervasip Corp. Stock Alert 12/12
Sveikiname 86% Pelnas in just two days on Ticker PVSP!
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I have personally always watched PVSP and like the direction and the organization of the management. Keeping an open line of communication with the investors is a strong point here, unlike many other stocks in this end of the market where you may go months without being updated. As business technology advances in order to stay competitive you need to be able to utilize the same short cuts as your competition. Just a few years ago in order to meet with a client about a large deal you would have to board a plane, fly into town, get a hotel, have the meeting and then go home. In today's day and age and with the help of technology such as the technology that PVSP has you have the ability to conduct the same meeting from the comfort of your own office and be able to accomplish the same level of connection as a face to face interview would provide you.
Pervasip Corp " PVSP was originally incorporated in 1964 and is breaking through the technological market of video and voice over the internet protocol. There are other companies within this space competing for their share of the market but PVSP separates themselves from the pack by offering a unique array of back office capabilities and automated provisioning. With that being said the VOIP industry as a whole is expected to surpass 300,000,000 plus users by the end of 2013. With the Vox platform PVSP is able to offer the highest quality calling, low costs, combined with a rapidly increasing market. Falling into these high traffic well timed niche markets can really spell out the future of a company like PVSP.
An additional important factor to take into consideration when reading the research report that we have put together for you on PVSP below, is to take note that the insiders have actually been buying up large portions of shares from the public market. Typical you are on the other end of the deal where they are draining them in your face. This to me tells me that not only does the company have confidence, they are willing to buy shares well over market value which is fairly rare, PVSP is a major buy in my opinion.
There is far more going on behind the scenes here with PVSP then what would normally meet the eye at a quick glance. PVSP recently stated that they have over 50,000 man hours into the development of their new billing center system. This is another indicator that they are preparing for some intense revenues. I don't know about you but anyone that is going to put some intense time into a piece of software like that obviously is expecting to be using it!
PVSP wanted to spread their services and do it in a way that would enable them to spend less money and still be able to maximize work flow and production. So PVSP did what any other smart company would do and launched their 1099 based outside sales program. By allowing "real salesman" to go out and generate their own business they are able to accomplish two things that will help them out. They won't get lazy employees, because they won't get paid and they will quit. Secondly they are able to pay a larger commission, ir mainais nereikės baigti su "riebalai" that most companies deal with. When you have a team of employees and half of them are working at 50%, jūs vis dar turite mokėti 100% ir tai yra daugiau kartų, nei ne vienas iš didžiausių iššūkių, nuomos šių dienų.
Su visais tuo, kas pasakyta, I am a believer in PVSP for all of the right reasons. Read the research report below and make your own decisions on the company. I think that as you dig in here you will realize that there is a huge opportunity for success here. Feel free to post a comment below about PVSP and let me know your thoughts!
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The New Orleans city council voted six to one Thursday to exempt police, fire and EMS workers from a requirement that they live within city limits.
The ordinance, authored by Council members Jackie Clarkson and Susan Guidry, permanently exempts first responders from the requirement.
Before Hurricane Katrina, all officers on the force had to live within the city limits.
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Since the launch of Apple's iPhone 4, it's been plagued by one thing or another. Most common of all, though, is the device's ability to lose service based on the position the device is within your grasp. There's been all sorts of claims, from it being the external antenna to the software inside, and it's lead to several different situations. The first of which, was the response from Apple stating what they believed to be obvious: hold any phone in a certain manner, and it will lose reception. But now they are saying a simple software upgrade will fix the issue.
Companies have to cover their bases, and it looks to us that's exactly what Apple is doing. Making sure that people realize phones are fully capable of losing signal/reception simply based on how you're holding it is a good way to take some of the focus away from the iPhone 4. It actually wasn't too long ago that phone manufacturers used to put stickers on their devices, explaining that blocking a certain section of the handset would degrade your reception. In today's day-and-age, apparently, those issues shouldn't exist.
And yet, on the other side of the coin, Apple claims that it may not be a hardware/antenna related situation at all. Based on their internal investigation, they've found that they've done some miscalculations, and the way the iPhone 4 represents signal strength, by those bars at the top-left of the display, is actually "totally wrong." Fortunately, that update actually corresponds to some early reviewers saying that when their bars reflected poor service, they were actually able to make phone calls just fine. Apple suggests the iPhone 4 will tell you you have plenty of service, when in all actuality you're sitting in a poor-service area.
But, as Consumer Reports suggests, this issue may actually be a non-issue altogether. Why? Because just about any part of your body can degrade the signal on your device. In the report, they suggest that your hand, and even your head can degrade the handset's reception, just by coming in between the antenna itself and the nearest cell tower. Of course, this is true. But, what's noteworthy is that most reports are saying you have to "squeeze the phone hard, in an unnatural way." And from the exertion of this, your palm gets sweaty, which only increases the problem.
So, what's the point of all this? The point is, that there are fixes. The point is, that there have always been ways to hold a mobile phone and degrade your signal, just by getting in the way. And, ultimately, the point is that Apple isn't ignoring the populace. They're offering up solutions -- even if they are solutions people don't like to hear. Should there be stickers on devices again, telling customers where not to hold their handset? Maybe. But, if you've been thinking about getting an iPhone 4, this is certainly not a deal breaker.
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MARGARETTA TOWNSHIP, Ohio – A local retailer is taking a page from club stores by passing volume savings along to customers.
M&M Cycles, dubbed the area's mom-and-pop motorcycle shop, offers discounts to all of their 25,000-plus customers, from locals to customers around the world. The shop does a brisk trade in used Harley-Davidsons and new Hyosung motorcycles.
"We use our buying power to maximize discounts and then pass those discounts on to the customer," owner and CEO Mark Kammer told the Sandusky Register. "Everything here is bought and paid for without any debt. We are buying stuff at cheaper prices than anyone else can in town from the same suppliers."
Rather than pocketing profits, Mark and his wife, Linda, apply a decades-old philosophy they learned from George Roeder.
"Take care of the rider, and the rider will take care of your checkbook," said Kammer, who worked for six years as a parts manager for Roeder Harley-Davidson in Monroeville. "We are truly a customer-is-never-wrong operation. If it wasn't for the Roeders, none of us would exist. I wouldn't be here. They supported me when I went out on my own. We got a damn good education and a working philosophy from them."
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Carlotta Redish, the assistant superintendent for personnel and student services in Spartanburg District 7, was recently elected to the S.C. State University Board of Trustees.
"I consider it to be an honor to serve on the board of trustees for South Carolina State University because of its rich history," Redish said in a written statement. "Doctors, lawyers, engineers, architects, great teachers, civic leaders and Supreme Court justices have graduated from South Carolina State University."
Redish develops management objectives and engages in long-range planning for personnel and student services with District 7. Prior to working with District 7, she was the associate superintendent for instructional and administrative services in the Cherokee County School District.
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With Halloween just around the corner I decided to do a little research to find new crafts and recipes to try. Take a peek at these cute and delicious ideas that I found!
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i love this! what a great fall project will look into making it my own, super cute!ReplyDelete
How I wish my kids were still little when they enjoyed (and apprecaited) these kinds of wonderful treats!! Oh I sooo miss those days!ReplyDelete
Aaaah these are all so cute. I prefer a cute Halloween vs. a scary one. These all fit in the category of very cute indeed, KathysueReplyDelete
Such great ideas! Love all the sweet goodies and the burlap banner is adorable!ReplyDelete
Great Halloween ideas!! I saw those mummy cupcakes on Pinterest, and thought I might actually be able to make those. Very cute!ReplyDelete
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Carolina Center for Genome Sciences (CCGS)
The full value of genomics will only be realized using a multidisciplinary approach since it requires the integration of a diverse spectrum of fields such as genetics, biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, epidemiology, computer science and engineering. The Carolina Center for Genome Sciences (CCGS) at UNC Chapel Hill encompasses an impressive array of faculty members, facilities, training programs and outreach efforts. It is dedicated to supporting significant advances in basic genomic research, as well as translating these discoveries to improving healthcare, education, and society. Click to learn more about CCGS and Genomics at UNC. http://genomics.unc.edu
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Jack Bauer is returning to Fox on the 5th of May 2014 with 24: Live Another Day...
UPDATE: Sky One has confirmed that 24: Live Another Day will start with a double-bill on Wednesday the 7th of May.
FURTHER UPDATE: It's now been confirmed that the UK premiere of 24: Live Another Day will be simulcast with the US airing. That means the first episode will show on Sky One at 1am on Tuesday the 6th of May, to match its US FOX premiere on Monday the 5th of May.
A two-hour special will open 24: Live Another Day, the twelve-part vehicle for Jack Bauer's return to TV. Starting on Monday the 5th of May at 8pm in the US, the London-set series is business as usual for Bauer, who'll be attempting to stop "an unthinkable terrorist attack that could change the world forever".
Returning alongside Kiefer Sutherland will be Mary Lynn Rajskub as the CTU's Chloe O'Brian and Kim Raver as Audrey Raines, with William Devane as politician James Heller. New cast members include Dexter's Yvonne Strahovski and The Wire's Gbenga Akinnagbe.
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By James Hoggan • Sunday, February 11, 2007 - 10:14
It was deeply disappointing in the last week to see the contrast between the state of climate science in the world and the state of climate policy in Canada.
While the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change was telling the world that global warming is undeniable and that the implications for humankind may be severe, indeed, new Canadian Environment Minister John Baird, inset, was telling Canadians that any effort to meet Canada's international Kyoto commitments would devastate the Canadian economy.
It is dangerously late in the game to start defending or criticizing the Kyoto agreement - flawed though it may be. It is also disingenuous to try to blame Canada's current economic challenge in that regard on clever Europeans who outsmarted us at the negotiating table. The truth of the European position is that they have taken climate change seriously, while we have not. Per a report recently prepared by researchers at the University of Toronto, they have been implementing social and tax policies for more than a decade while Canada still has no plan whatsoever. In fact, the Harper government has only just begun to admit that climate change is a reality.
Now the government has moved to a more realistic position on the science, Minister Baird is counselling hopelessness and despair. There is a better path. Another group of academics - sustainability experts brought together by the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario - released another report Friday pointing out the potential benefits of innovative tax policy, and the considerable risks of continuing to do nothing. If Canada - with its abundant natural and intellectual resources - finds a way to apply itself to solving the challenges of climate change, it can easily take a leading role in the world. Given our privileged position on the planet, that is nothing less than what we should be doing. But there is also money to be made by moving forward ambitiously as a technology leader.
If, on the other hand, we continue to drag our feet, to pander to Alberta oil interests and to wring our hands in despair, we will wind up an international pariah that has to buy new technology from the other countries that are actually moving on this file.
In removing the former environment minister, Rona Ambrose, and appointing Baird, Prime Minister Stephen Harper seemed to be suggesting that he had got the message from Canadians: climate change is real and we don't want to continue embarrass ourselves on the international stage by denying it. But now, instead of embracing innovation - instead of turning corporate Canada's incredibly resourceful attention to this issue by crafting an ambitious climate change plan, Minister Baird looks like he is getting ready to defend the bad old habits of an industry that refuses to join the 21st century.
We can do so much better if only the government chooses to show a little leadership.
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And here's a report from this summer written by the government of Canada's very own national roundtable on the environment and the economy – this organization even has big oil represented on it and the President of GE Canada!
This group of business people very clearly laid out to the government that Canada could be a leader in green technology – make a lot of money, shift our economy AND reduce emissions.
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You sum it up so well. The Tories are trying to score partisan points on this file now, claiming the Liberals did too little. It's a bit shocking to hear this kind of talk from a party that spent the last decade in opposition courting the "Kyoto is a fraud and will destroy us" vote. Harper's 2004 fundraising letter is just one sample. It's not like the Conservative party or its predecessors spent the last decade in opposition calling for action on climate change. (I'm not saying the Liberals acted quickly enough or went as far as we needed.)
Rather than wasting our time with partisan sniping, what we need from the current government is SOME real action now. It's also a moot point whether it's "too late" to meet the existing commitment - let's just get started cutting emissions (growth) and see how we do. It's not like missing a Kyoto target gets you sent to
It's also embarrassing to watch this government continue to cancel existing programs as somehow "tainted" by their origin under the previous Liberal government; even after last month's IPCC report and their belated concession to accept the science, they followed up a week later with another cancellation, this time of a building retrofit program. Each time they chant that the existing program "wasn't working" (with no reference to actual facts.) Then they announce a very similar program, packaged somewhat differently, for which they will want all the credit. (At least they didn't abandon the effort completely this time, as in several prior program cuts.) This all just seems so … childish?
Jim Prall
Toronto, Canada
Johan i Kanada replied on Permalink
Constant climate?
Anonymous replied on Permalink
flog a dead horse
Romeogolf replied on Permalink
Our System is Not Free
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Garrett Hardin wrote about the Tragedy of the Commons years ago (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garrett_Hardin), and there are many situations similar to his example in which a very strong case can be made for ownership of a resource leading to its protection. However, some things are commons. Pretending they aren't won't counter the tragedies associated with them. The question is, what are we doing to protect the atmosphere and the things it affects? Your answer seems to be, "We shouldn't, because doing so doesn't fit into my worldview."
PS> Democracy and laissez-faire free market capitalism are at odds.
Johan i Kanada replied on Permalink
Constant climate (2)?
Steve Latham replied on Permalink
Okay, he missed the word "anthropogenic"
By my taxonomy, there are four kinds of climate change denial: 1: "the climate ain't a-changing", 2: "climate change is not affected by anthropogenic greenhouse emissions", 3: "AGW is real but insignificant", 4: "AGW is real and significant, but the best way to deal with it is to get rich and buy insurance." There are many sub-groups, too, but sometimes a catch-all phrase is needed. I think climate change denier is alright (especially given your loose use of words such as 'liar'). What are your suggestions for useful terms for these?
Johan i Kanada replied on Permalink
Jim et al uses "denier"
Steve Latham replied on Permalink
That's crap
Johan i Kanada replied on Permalink
desmogblog calls
Ian Forrester replied on Permalink
Proof enough for what?
Both Lindzen and Svensmark published alternative hypotheses to account for the recent high rate of global warming. In Lindzen's case it was his Iris "theory" and Svensmark has his cosmic ray "theory".
Now neither of these "theories" has stood up to rigorous scientific scrutiny and there are numerous papers in the peer-reviewed literature showing the faulty science.
Now, J I K, if you have some science which will support these claims and is shown to be based on solid science, then by all means, let us hear about it. If the only reason that you support these two scientists is because they support your biased view of reality then please do us all a favour and keep your thoughts to your self. AGW is based on good science not the so-called biased statements of "eco-terrorists" as you would like to believe.
Here is your opportunity to indulge in the "rational debate" that you so long for.
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Johan, one prominent NGO in
Johan, one prominent NGO in the international development community put out a report, the findings of which said something like "Forget 'Make Poverty History'. Climate change will make poverty permanent" (as said by DeSmogBlog earlier). I tend to agree completely.
http://www.christian-aid.org.uk/indepth/605caweek/caw06final.pdf http://www.desmogblog.com/forget-about-making-poverty-history-climate-change-will-make-poverty-permanent
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Problem with property rights
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TILMA = Another nail in the sovereignty coffin
Haven't heard of it? No surprise. The public wasn't invited to the table.
Karlin Klavin replied on Permalink
Denial of GW CC
Johan i Kanada replied on Permalink
Please pay me!
Canadian government is in a
Canadian government is in a catastrophic state unsure of what to do to effectively handle the problems it is facing with the economic climate and reading a beneficiary article like this is such an important things to know. The members of Parliament were settled on not cooperating with the Conservative Prime Minister and may have been heading for a vote of No Confidence, an effective removal of the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister has asked the Governor General, head of Parliament, to suspend Parliament in order to devise a new effective plan without fear of partisan quarrels. As the recession draws on, fewer people are willing to lay down $20,000 or more on a vehicle that isn't a daily driver. The company has also been hurting because of the credit crisis, but after losing large sums on previous loans, the financial wing is still offering loans with much stricter requirements. Tom Bergman, Harley CFO defends the lending, citing that the company is trying to survive. They may need a payday loan in the meantime. However, as the economy shows signs of rebound, it isn't likely we will see an end to Harley Davidson.


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Aging is an inevitable process in everybody's existence and most of us consider progression of age as a necessary evil. Biological and chronological aging cannot be reverted and hence we should learn to age gracefully. "Aging gracefully' is something that can be proclaimed easily but difficult to put into practice. In this modern time where looking good is of greatest significance both in personal and professional life, appearance-conscience people tend to get worried about the aging process.
Wrinkles, freckles, lifeless skin, gray hair, baldness etc. are some of the manifestations of the aging procedure, which not only diminish one's external attractiveness but also self confidence. Those who are not ready to go under knife to retain youthful appearance often turn to herbal and natural remedies. The good news is that there are numerous herbs that contain active properties that serve as anti-aging agents.
Before embracing herbs to retain youthfulness, one must remember that beauty originates from inner wellness and hence the health of internal systems and organs should be assured. Natural herbs and nutrients help in achieving well-balanced systems that manifest in the form of healthy glowing skin, thick hair, and smooth and strong nails. Herbs also help in reducing the health perils that accompany age. It is rational to embrace anti aging herbs as your best partners prevent disease and combat aging.
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Ginseng is a renowned Chinese herb that is loaded with lots of body strengthening properties. Ginseng supplements have become very popular worldwide thanks to its health enhancing properties. Ginseng is useful in attaining rejuvenated skin that glows from the inside. The potent antioxidant elements contained in this herb combat free radical damages and help in retaining skin that exudes radiance. The herb is excellent in toning skin muscles.
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All kinds of berries such as blueberries, bilberries, blackberries, cranberries, strawberries and raspberries are packed with antioxidant properties that help in holding back the adverse effects of the aging process. Blueberries have traditionally been used to treat degenerative eye diseases, to improve eyesight, to lessen inflammation and to reduce hypertension.
Bilberry is a popular content in many health supplements. Anthocyanins, catechins, quercetin, ellagic acid and pterostilbene are some of the powerful components that are contained in berries. These compounds aid in counterbalancing free radical attacks and pave way for healthy and youthful living. Phytochemicals, vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium and folic acid are also present in berries making it a more potent herb. A host of chronic and degenerative diseases that accompany age can be effectively prevented by eating berries daily in some form. Acai berries have become an important anti aging food among many celebrities today, owing to the huge amount of antioxidants contained in them.
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The herb is highly praised for its ability to combat age-related memory loss, loss of eyesight and hearing loss. Ginkgo biloba has already found a pride of place among many cosmetic products that claim to stop the aging process. The antioxidant properties contained in the herb considerably prevent the aging of skin by averting wrinkles, sagging and age spots.
Basil Or Tulsi
Tulsi, botanically known as Ocimum sanctum, is a very popular Indian herb that has been traditionally used to treat many ailments and age-related health and cosmetic issues. Regular application of tulsi extract is known to significantly decrease the appearance of pimple marks, age spots and other age-related skin blemishes. This antiseptic herb is used as an admirable blood purifier and detoxification agent. Basil is loaded with a host of anti-aging and anti-oxidant properties that fight adverse effects of aging successfully.
The herb works as a superb adaptogen and helps in bringing about a balanced mind that can thwart tensions and stress. Regular application of basil gel is helpful in attaining youthful skin as it penetrates deep into the inner skin layers effortlessly and regenerates the cells. Ayurvedic practitioners suggest drinking water that is boiled with tulsi leaves to achieve healthy body and skin.
St. John's Wort
Known by the scientific name huypericum, St. John's Wort is an important anti aging herb that promises youthful look. The herb has traditionally been used to treat severe insomnia and other sleep issues, depression and mood disorders. The herb makes one feel better and energized.
St. John's Wort is widely acclaimed as an effective anti aging herb owing to its ability to trigger the body's natural repair process. The herb also facilitates the natural progression of rejuvenation. Even though this herb is not used as a cosmetic topical applicator, it makes one feel younger and better by driving away negative sensations that come with aging.
Red Clover
Red clover is another anti aging herb that helps you in fighting the external signs of aging. The herb contains estrogen-like elements such as 'phytoestrogens' that help in combating all the age related signs that arise out of deficient female hormones. The herb has been traditionally used to treat menopausal symptoms and hot flushes.
Anti aging herbs widely recognized as the safest alternative to achieve health and wellness. These herbs are also excellent in delaying the external signs of aging. Even though these anti aging herbs do not guarantee any miracles, it is always advisable to embrace them they the safest and natural anti aging agents.


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Penn State Lehigh Valley will hold a wellness fair for the campus community from 12-2p.m., Wed., Apr. 10, in the auditorium (room 135) at the campus in Center Valley.
During the fair, students, faculty, and staff will be able to participate in cholesterol and blood pressure screening, try on a pair of impaired vision goggles, as well as have bone density and body mass index (BMI) checked. In addition, representatives from various local health-related organizations, including the Crime Victims Council, Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, and Miller-Keystone Blood Group, will be in attendance to provide information about their services.
Door prizes and healthy snacks will be offered, and the event is free to all Penn State Lehigh Valley students, faculty, and staff.
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Have you been watching the Meet the Press drama? No wonder its numbers have hit the skids! Shows always do poorly when distracted by internal corporate drama and NBC has a big drama going on right now! Look back at CNN when AOL came in and started a drama — CNN has never been #1 since then because everyone was consumed internally with what was going on. Stability matters! This Meet the Press drama could have been and should have been headed off at the pass!
NBC is throwing David Gregory 'under the bus' and it is drip, drip, drip, drip! It is so slow, so painful and wicked. They are letting one of their longest running employees get smacked around in the media. This is not about whether you like Gregory or not — it is how management deals with an employee.
I don't know if NBC should keep him, get rid of him or if he should leave and / or if Chuck Todd should replace him on MTP etc. — that's not the issue — the issue is how vicious the drip, drip, drip is. That's cruel.
NBC should be handling this a million times better. If NBC wants Gregory out, do it with respect,fast and fair. If NBC wants to keep him, do something about these horrible stories. Step up to the plate!


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International employees establish new support network
A new support network for UVic employees whose first language is not English is quickly gaining momentum. Founded only last winter, the Immigrant Employee Support Network (IESN) has become a place for employees from international backgrounds to meet and support one another while gaining workplace skills.
The network is the initiative of Atsuko Umeki. Umeki first came to Canada as an international student from Japan, and has worked in the UVic development office since 2008. She conceived of the idea of a support network for immigrant employees while pursuing professional development opportunities through the UVic Mentoring Program and Minerva Women's Leadership Program.
In Dec. 2011 Umeki recruited Moussa Magassa, UVic's human rights educator from Senegal, to help craft a mission statement and formalize the group's purpose. Word spread as the new group began meeting once or twice a month, at lunch or after work. Magassa offered the first of a series of educational workshops—on welcoming and inclusive workplaces.
"The group has two main streams: one for career and personal development, and one for networking and social opportunities," says Umeki. "We provide a place for immigrant employees to connect and support each other for their emotional well-being and career development. By promoting inclusion, we can stand and grow together."
The network now has 15 active members, with many more on the contact list. The common denominator is that all members are UVic employees whose native language is not English. Members hail from more than ten countries, including Spain, China, Korea, Croatia, Serbia, Japan, Kosovo, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Romania, Russia, Senegal and Thailand. They are employed in just as many areas of the university, including academic and advising offices, research services, student affairs and facilities management.
"I love being part of this group because we all feel equal. It is a group where we understand each other no matter what accent we speak," says member Jeta Rugova-Plakolli (research services).
In addition to a common understanding of experiences, group members share an advanced level of education. Most have at least a bachelor's degree, with many holding a masters or PhD. "The current job market is tough, and many educated people can't find work in their field of study," says member Lyuba Goundareva, who works in residence services while completing an MBA program. "Nowadays just having higher education isn't enough. We need to take action and network with others in order to succeed."
In Oct. 2012 the IESN received official recognition from the university and a small Community Building Fund grant from the adviser to the provost on equity and diversity. "Witnessing the growth and commitment of this group has been inspiring," says Grace Wong Sneddon, director of academic leadership initiatives and adviser to the provost on equity and diversity. "Grassroots work requires dedication and the IESN is an example of what building community is all about."
In the coming months, the Immigrant Employee Support Network will offer workshops on a variety of topics, including:
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- combatting stress caused by cultural/linguistic differences; and
- understanding the expectations of Canadian employers.
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Definition of head tax in English:
head tax
A uniform tax imposed on each person: a 50 cent head tax imposed on departing ferry passengers
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- The sudden U.S. imposition of decrees prohibiting slavery, imposing a head tax, overhauling the legal code, and banning weapons goaded many Moros into violent opposition.
- Both, he said, were borrowed from Australia, which was the first to impose a head tax on Chinese immigrants, but soon abolished it.
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Ed Miliband has once again referred to his Jewish roots in his party conference address.
The Labour leader, who was chosen for the post on Rosh Hashanah last year, spoke of how his parents fled the Nazis then came to Britain "and embraced its values".
He told party members and MPs at the Liverpool event that his parents were outsiders who had built a life for their children in a new country. He said his parents' experience made him "determined to break the closed circles of Britain".
Mr Miliband's father was the socialist thinker Ralph Miliband. Born in Belgium, he met another Jewish refugee when he arrived in Britain. Marion Kozak came from Poland, but escaped at the start of the Nazi occupation.
The Miliband brothers are not practising Jews, although Ed Miliband honoured tradition by smashing a glass at his wedding earlier this year.


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I am so happy I was able to photograph her before she was even a week old. She was sleeping pretty much the whole time and pretty much didn't fuss at all. OK, there may have been a fuss a time or two, but nothing we weren't able to resolve quickly.
Ashley and Jared are two of my favorite people; so laid back, and up for anything. And I bet that is why, after over a week past her due date, Berkley had to be told it was time to make her grand entrance. Yup, I am pretty sure she would have spent the remainder of October with her feet propped up on a proverbial ottoman, swishing back and forth as her mother continued to carry her. But doctor said that isn't allowed, and here she is: beautiful 4 days new Berkley.
You may also recognize the guitar idea from Ava's Session. Jared requested we try it since he plays the guitar as well. Two times down, two times mission accomplished. Both little girls must find it comforting to be resting against daddy and his instrument of choice. I hope to see these girls grow up making beautiful music with their daddies and possibly hitting it big on American Idol!


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It is typical to split the data into training set and test set so that we train a data mining model from the training set and test the model with test set. This way, we can optimize the accuracy of a data mining model without the problem of over fitting. However, this will work only when the training set and test set are randomly split. For instance, if there is a strong pattern found only either in training set or test set, the optimization process won't be able produce a model with the pattern.
There is a simple yet elegant way to know if the two set are randomly split by using data mining itself. We can simply create a decision tree to predict whether a case belongs to training set or test set based on all other input attributes. The expectation is that the decision should not have any strong pattern. Any strong pattern indicates that a significant group of cases belongs to one set than other set and therefore the sets are not random. The following shows an example of the process:
Suppose we have two tables: "TrainingSet" for training set and "TestingSet" for testing set.
SELECT *, 'Training' AS DataUsage FROM TrainingSet UNION ALL
SELECT *, 'Test' AS DataUsage FROM TestingSet
Create a mining structure with a decision tree model in it to predict DataUsage from all available columns except key.
Edit the mining parameters of the model so that it can find fine patterns.
Process the model by deploying the project.
Browse the mining model content (tree view). The following shows the content example:
From the example, we can clearly see that the are many significant patterns found between training set and test set. For instance, the distribution for "All" node (population: 4269 cases) shows that 75% are in training set, 25% are in test set while "Normalized Avg Asset Dwell Time < 134" node (population: 1708) shows that 82% are in training set and 18% are in test set. A more serious example is the node, "Dwell Time not = Missing" where all 116 cases appear only in test set.
The split method taken in the above example was based on a home-grown function that involves some identifier and a modulus operator, which typically ends up non-random split. As an extended experimentation, we applied SQL Server SSIS Percentage Transform to produce the training set and test set. The following tree shows the patterns found. Although it found a few patterns, none of them are significant; either the distributions between training/test set do not vary significantly and/or the support of the nodes is low.
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Interviewed for Eleftherotipia—One of the Highest Selling Greek Newspapers
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With my book coming out in the Greek edition, Giannis Triantafillou, a journalist for Eleftherotipia, one of the highest selling greek newspapers, asked me for an interview. It's been such a wonderful journey to connect with people all around the world about this project. The interview is below:1) Why and how did you decide to write a book with this subject?
I write my novels because I have a question to which I desperately need to know the answer. One cold winter day I was sitting with my twin daughters by the fireplace when we heard about the whale swimming up the Thames. We were hearing about multiple whales that were "going astray." A friend who is a scientist was visiting who was telling me about a new threat to our children, and I asked myself the question that launched the novel: could there be a connection between what was happening on land and what was happening in the sea. I had no idea then how true profound the connection would be. I also wanted to know whether we could save ourselves and was their something in the human heart stronger than ignorance, fear, and greed. I got my answer--from the scientists I worked with on the novel--there is something stronger than these and it is our greatest hope.
2) Have you ever heard the whale's song? Is it a song of communication, a song that expresses feelings etc?
I have had the joy and privilege of swimming with whales and recording their song and behavior. I worked with many of the world's leading marine biologists and whale experts on the novel. There are many theories about the meaning of the song, but it certainly can communicate or express feeling. They may even have different kinds of songs. We do know that they are structured like our songs and evolve over time, as male singers sing together and improvise changes. While I was working on the novel they also discovered social sounds--the words that are used for communication--in the songs.
3) Is the whale a creature of high intelligence?
3) Is the whale a creature of high intelligence?
We don't know how intelligent whales are but we do know that they have spindle cell neurons, which are the cells in humans that allow for culture and language, and we are pretty sure that they have both of these as well.
4) Which level has todays whale fishing reached ( and the one of other sea species )? Why and where does it lead mathematically?
4) Which level has todays whale fishing reached ( and the one of other sea species )? Why and where does it lead mathematically?
Thanks to the ban on commercial whaling, many whale populations have been coming back but far below their historical numbers, and still countries like Japan, Norway, and Iceland take thousands of fish, often under supposed research. Yet, the meat ends up in sushi restaurants in Tokyo. Now the Japanese and their supporters are trying to turn over the ban on commercial whaling. The struggle to save the whales is not over yet. They also face many other dangers. Pollution is the newest and most deadly harpoon, but it is a danger that attacks humans as well as whales.
5) Yesterday a whale almost attacked a ship. Which is your comment? Is it possible that one day the sea creatures will 'return' to humans their unacceptable behaviour?
5) Yesterday a whale almost attacked a ship. Which is your comment? Is it possible that one day the sea creatures will 'return' to humans their unacceptable behaviour?
I think it was probably very unlikely that the whale attacked the boat. The boat may have simply gotten in the way of a whale breaching, which is part of its normal behavior. It is true that like any animal, including humans, different individuals have different temperaments, so some may be more aggressive than others. When I was in the water with the whales, a 50,000 pound male escort whale came over to look at me eyeball-to-eyeball, and then raised his enormous pectoral fin gently over my body to avoid hurting me. Down here in Mexico, where I am at the moment, we see grey whales that would often fight back when they were being slaughtered bring their babies up to introduce them to humans and let us touch them. These whales live a very long time, so some may have seen the whaling, and may have now concluded that we are safe.
6) Was Melville's "Moby Dick" an inspiration for you and in what way?
6) Was Melville's "Moby Dick" an inspiration for you and in what way?
Of course Moby Dick is a great classic, and was an inspiration in many ways, especially in his Melville's skillful rendering of villains--villains are very important because a hero is only as strong as the forces of opposition he or she faces. In this novel, however, the whale is not the villain. "Eco-thrillers"--stories about humans versus nature are as old as the Greek myths and the human imagination itself. While in the past these stories primarily showed humanity was at the mercy of nature, today our stories remind us that increasingly nature is at the mercy of humanity.
7) Can you comment about the ecological catastrophy because of BP's careless actions?
7) Can you comment about the ecological catastrophy because of BP's careless actions?
I will be giving a talk shortly with the man who was responsible for cleaning up the Exxon Valdez spill in Alaska, another great environmental catastrophe, and he has been very active in the Gulf tragedy. The important thing to keep in mind is that the Deepwater rig was not some out-of-date equipment. It was the cutting edge of our technology. This is a terrible example of spills that happen all around the world. What we must remember is that whether the spill is in the Gulf or the North Sea or the Mediterranean, there is only One Ocean. All water on the planet is connected, and we risk destroying this water with the petrochemical civilization we have created. We must find alternatives, and we can.
8) Do you share the view that in the near future it could be the ecological problems that will 'throw' or 'rise' governments in most of the countries?
8) Do you share the view that in the near future it could be the ecological problems that will 'throw' or 'rise' governments in most of the countries?
I think Europe is already beginning to see how much people care about the earth that is our home. I do believe that as people realize and start to experience the dangers personally and societally, they will demand that their politicians face the problems, or lose their power. We are not talking about the environment, we are talking about our oikos--our home. If we love our homes, our children, we must realize that all life is connected and protect it.


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By far the most beautiful, undiscovered gem of a city on Florida's Atlantic Coast. Only minutes from the glittering excitement of Plam Beach, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton yet nestled in a luxurious and exclusive hamlet called Ocean Ridge. Delray Beach, Florida South East, Florida, USA -- If you enjoy the excitement and beauty of the unparalleled Intracoastal surroundings this home is for you without a doubt. With the sleek and sporting lifestyle you are also treated to superior luxury and all of the finest that this home offers. Conveniently located in the exclusive and elite area of Ocean Ridge you are only steps to the Ocean and surrounded by Multimillion Dollar Estates. Just a few minutes to the exciting Shops, Galleries and world renowned Fine Dining of both Delray Beach and Palm Beach.
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Awesome Vacation Home!
Review Submitted: August 7, 2011 Date of Stay: July 2011
This house might just be my favorite vacation place!
It is in a great location, beautiful, clean, and very well-appointed. (Needs more coffee cups, though)
Steve was very helpful, and available, before and during our stay.
I highly recommend it. We'll be back!
Recommended for: Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you so much Ibby. It was such a pleasure having you and your family at our home. You are exactly the type of Guest that we enjoy having here. Its people like you that encourage us to keep doing this. Im running out right now to get more coffee cups!!!
Take care and please stay with us again next year. All the best to you and your family..
Warmest regards, Steven
Fun in the Sun!!!
Mary Chesterfield, MO
Review Submitted: April 11, 2011 Date of Stay: March 2011
We had a family vacation at this property and we loved the house. The setting was beautiful with a huge deck and well maintained heated pool. The house was very clean and ready for us when we arrived. Our agent Steve Staples was very helpful throughout the whole process. We had a small problem with the pool and someone came within about 2 hours. Access to one of the bedrooms is through another bedroom so you need to be sure that arrangement works for your family. The location is perfect. We know the area very well and enjoyed being able to walk to the beach. Delray Beach is a great town with good restaurants and shopping and its close by. We would recommend this property to our friends and family.
Recommended for: Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: It was a sincere pleasure to welcome you and have you and your family stay at our beautiful waterfront home. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay as so many guests before you have. Please dont hesitate to contact us again for your Florida Vacation next year as well. Take care Mary, and we wish the best for you and your family. Thanks again from the whole management team at Lamar Properties Inc.


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MODESTO, Calif. — WinCo Foods on Saturday expanded its hamburger recall to include ground beef sold at its stores Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Nevada and Utah.
The original recall, announced a week ago, was for ground beef purchased at its Modesto, Calif., store from April 3-9. An independent lab involved with a survey of supermarket ground beef found that two samples purchased from the Modesto store were tainted with an E. coli bacteria that causes foodborne illness.
But, as government agencies investigated, "new information has come to light that potentially implicates WinCo's ground beef suppliers," the discount retailer said Saturday.
The recall time frame is expanded to include fresh hamburger packed in Styrofoam trays with a sale date of March 28 through April 9.
Eating undercooked hamburger tainted with E. coli may cause stomach cramping, vomiting and diarrhea, sometimes with bloody stool. It can also lead to kidney damage and serious illness, with young children and seniors at highest risk.
Anyone with these symptoms after eating hamburger bought from WinCo stores is advised to contact a health care provider.


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W. Mark Sutherland
W. Mark Sutherland is a language-based artist, poet and musician. He studied at The Royal Conservatory of Music (in conjunction with The University of Toronto) and has a BFA from York University. Sutherland has exhibited and performed extensively throughout North America and Europe, and has published numerous bookworks and articles in critical journals. Mark Sutherland's Code X transforms your computer into a sound poetry organ, whether you like it or not.


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Anna Karenina
by Leo Tolstoy
Anna Karenina Part 6, Chapter 20 Summary
- Anna takes Dolly to Princess Barbara, who immediately starts talking in the most condescending and complacent way about doing her duty to keep Anna company. It is not for her to judge the relationship between Vronsky and Anna.
- Dolly thinks that Princess Barbara is okay with their adultery simply because of all the comforts she can get out of Anna and Vronsky.
- In general, Dolly feels uncomfortable with the company.
- They have two hours until dinner, and all sorts of amusements are proposed.
- In the end, they tour a hospital that Vronsky is building. He's passionate and proud of it.
- During the tour, Dolly sees how Anna could have fallen for him. She is attracted to his excitement and passion.


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Hepatitis Health Center
Hepatitis B Virus Tests
Other HBV tests are not done as often:
- Hepatitis B core antibody (HBcAb) is an antibody to the hepatitis B core antigen that appears about 1 month after the start of an active HBV infection. It can be found in people who had an infection in the past and in those with long-term (chronic) HBV. It usually is present for life. Blood banks test for this antibody when screening donated blood for hepatitis B.
- Hepatitis B core antibody IgM (HBcAbIgM) is another antibody to the hepatitis B core antigen. It indicates an HBV infection that has occurred within the last 6 months. It can also mean that a chronic hepatitis B infection has flared up again.
- Hepatitis B e-antibody (HBeAb) shows that the active stage of an acute HBV infection is almost over, and your risk of being contagious is greatly reduced.
A hepatitis B vaccine is available to prevent an HBV infection.
Hepatitis D virus (HDV) testing
Infection with the hepatitis D virus (HDV), or delta agent, occurs only in people who are already infected with the hepatitis B virus (HBV). Vaccination against hepatitis B will prevent hepatitis D infection. Hepatitis D infection is rare in the United States and Canada, except among people who inject illegal drugs and those who are frequently exposed to blood products. The hepatitis D test detects HDV antibodies. A positive test indicates only that you have been infected with HDV-it cannot distinguish between an acute or chronic infection. Another test, the HDV RNA test, is needed to determine whether you have an active HDV infection. It does not distinguish between an acute or chronic infection. This test currently is not available except in research settings.
Since hepatitis B infections can be spread through sexual contact, practice safer sex until your test results are returned.
Why It Is Done
Hepatitis B virus testing is done to:
- Identify the type of hepatitis B virus infection. Testing can determine whether an infection has occurred recently or in the past. Other tests that show how well the liver is functioning are usually done to help make treatment decisions.
- Screen people who have a higher risk of getting or spreading a hepatitis B infection, such as doctors, dentists, and nurses.
- Screen blood donors and donor organs to prevent the spread of hepatitis B.
- Find out if a person has developed antibodies after receiving vaccinations for hepatitis B. The presence of antibodies to hepatitis B virus (HBsAb) means that the vaccinations were effective.
- Find out if abnormal liver function tests are being caused by hepatitis B.
- Monitor how well treatment of chronic hepatitis B is working.
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Definition of coromandel in English:
1 (also coromandel wood or coromandel ebony) A fine-grained, grayish-brown wood streaked with black, used in furniture. Also called calamander.
Example sentences
- The frame is exceptionally fine; it looks like coromandel wood and the textured gray mat is obviously hand-detailed.
- Some quality caddies and tea chests were made in coromandel wood and were decorated with inlays of engraved brass, brass thin lines, and shell.
- Executed in coromandel wood, each hinged flap mounted with a blue Wedgwood style oval plaque framed with a shaped beveled brass plate and brass rope twist moldings.
2The Sri Lankan tree that yields coromandel wood.
- Diospyros quaesita, family Ebenaceae.
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- The following fruit trees are among those grown by the Baiga: mountain black plum, mango, forest mango, white teak, coromandel ebony, wild fig, banyan, Indian quince, and sebasten plum.
Denoting a form of Asian lacquerware with intaglio designs.
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- In fact she was not glad at all, and she continued to think longingly about the beautiful coromandel screen in the apartment below her feet.
From Coromandel Coast, from which Asian lacquerware was originally transshipped.
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Like all of the other Hello Kitty polishes, this dries quickly. This one also goes on very smoothly, and doesn't have the thick, awkward texture of Minty and Banana Cream. It can be used either over another polish in one coat to add interest or on its own. A great thing about this glitter polish is that the glitter particles are very evenly distributed and easily placed, meaning that when I used this I didn't get any large awkward spaces between bits of glitter.
Unlike the other polishes of the Hello Kitty collection that I've tried, this was much more prone to chipping on its own, however with a good base and top coat it lasted a week. As can be expected with a glitter polish, the surface texture when this dries is a bit rough to the touch, using a good top coat lessens this considerably.
The Good:
- Cute bottle and a very pretty color.
- Dries quickly.
- This can be worn either sheer or opaque.
- The glitter is evenly distributed.
- This is a unique shade. I haven't seen anything quite like this before.
- Prone to chipping and rough surface texture. Use a top coat!
- Somewhat expensive.
This is currently available at Sephora for $10.00.


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Sort of OT: Basic knitting classes (Beware! Long post!)
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Hi guys,
I know this might seem like a crazy idea, given that I always post here mostly for help with what probably seem to y'all as being pretty basic questins. However, I am thinking of teaching a few basic knitting classes. Let me run some of this by you and see what y'all think, ok?
First, there is a pretty substantial need for basic knitting classes in my area. I live in a fairly small, uncultured town in N. Louisiana. We don't even have a decent yarn store, and the hobby stores don't even carry sock yarn! One hobby store offers knitting classes very seldomly. A friend of mine spent $20 for a 2hr class in which she didn't even learn to hold the yarn correctly (any of the ways), the difference between continental and english knitting, what gauge is, or how to tell the difference between knit stitches and purl stitches on the needles. She was very disappointed when she came away from it.
Secondly, I have been knitting for about a year and a half. I haven't made a sweater yet - after the armwarmers though I'm starting a tank first, then a sweater - but I have made socks, scarves, hats, mittens, gloves, ponchos, etc, and can do most patterns except for the very very advanced ones - and I suspect that soon I'll be able to deal with anything once I do a few sweaters.
I am in grad school, and money is tight and also I don't seem to be able to make time to knit except during quarter breaks. I am currently teaching my friend (who was so disappointed in the hobby store knitting class) and she is really happy with what she is learning and I will soon be able to "set her free" as a basic knitter and start helping her with intermediate projects.
Okay, that does it for the background info. What I was thinking about doing was holding drop-in basic knitting classes for around 8-10 bucks per 2 hour class one night a week. I can find a venue fairly easily, and I could teach just about everything I know how to do. (Haven't made the "syllabus" yet). This would accomplish a couple of objectives: 1. All the people I have heard say "Oh, I want to learn to knit" could now have a reasonable option to come once a week and learn. 2. I can make time for knitting while helping other people out with their projects or just learning to knit AND earn a few bucks to keep me in yarn. Sure, I might not get a lot done on my own projects, per se, but knitting is a process I enjoy, so who cares if I'm just helping people with their stuff or knitting example swatches to illustrate things for them?
Have any of you ever done anything like this? Do y'all think I'm totally crazy? Incidentally, I have teaching experience and plan to teach for a living. Any and all opinions and advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Sandy Cove Cottage
Kennisis Lake, Haliburton
Sleeps 5
$1,300 a week
Looking for an affordable 3 bedroom cottage suitable for a couples retreat or small family holiday? This charming lakeside cabin may be just the one for you. Situated a mere 50 feet from the water on a level lot with only a gentle slope to the shore, our Sandy Cove Cottage is ideal for toddlers and seniors.
Follow a walking path fringed with cedars to an awesome sand beach in a quiet cove on prestigious Kennisis Lake in the Haliburton Highlands, Ontario's premier cottage country. The open concept living and dining area boasts a 12 foot pine ceiling and pine floors throughout; offers plenty of kitchenware, satellite TV/DVD, a hammered oak dining table and a comfy couch that overlooks an ample deck and the crystal clear waters of Kennisis.
We had a great time. Our grandsons loved Sandy Cove, they didn't want the week to end. We sat at the beach every day, and had fun with the canoe & paddle boat. The cottage was very clean & well equipped. We would return in a heartbeat. I highly recommend Sandy Cove for summer fun.
— L. Fisher
Sand bottom, shallow entry all year, awesome beach by mid-summer. Easy wading, or if you prefer — deep water swimming off dock. The cottage comes with a canoe and paddleboat, a propane BBQ, indoor airtight fireplace (wood provided), 3 double beds, and most importantly, southern exposure which ensures all day sun.
Breathtaking view from the dock. Only minutes from the Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve with its 80,000 acres of groomed trails for hiking and biking; the world famous Wolf Centre, and numerous woodland activities — if you ever decide you leave the lake! Only 3 hours NE of Toronto and 35 minutes from town — a great spot to leave your cares and the chaos behind, but not too far from civilization should you a need a loaf of bread or a bottle of wine.
In fact, the Kennisis Lake Marina is stocked for most of your last minute supplies and watercraft needs and the Cookhouse is a just down the road and around a few bends.
3 double beds
1 – 3 piece bath with shower
Level property to the lake. Awesome sand beach by mid-summer! Nice floating dock and ramp. Canoe and paddleboat. Cottage faces south for lots of sun exposure!
Satellite TV/DVD/CD/Stereo
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Water cooler
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Blocking question
This is the first time I'll be blocking anything so not sure what the best way to do it.
One of the gals at my LYS uses a steam iron with the yarn a little damp and does it on the WS.
I've also seen it done by dampinging the whole thing and pinning to a towel.
The yarn is a worsted weight 100% wool that is hand washable only or dry clean.
I'm almost finished with my daughter's sweater, one sleeve to go, so will need to do this soon so I can finish by Christmas!!
Thanks in advance for your suggestions.
Rather than steaming it first, you'll want to wash it anyway - things pick up all sorts of stuff while we're making them, so you might as well clean it. Just hand wash, squeeze the excess water out by rolling in a towel, don't wring it. Then lay it flat to dry, patting into shape, you don't need to pin it.
Sue's advice is great....but I'd like to add...it's best to block the pieces individually before seaming.
See, I don't knit sweaters in pieces so once I'm done knitting, the sweater's done and just needs to be washed...
I mostly always 99.99% of the time knit in pieces. I don't like one piece top-down construction for myself. I'm okay with the body being knit in one wide piece, bottom-up, until the armholes shaping whereupon the upper body for Back, Left Front and Right Front are then knit individually. Then sleeves are knit separately, preferring flat construction, cuff up... rather than in-the-round.
Pieces lend themselves to greater blocking parameters and possibilities. But I have 3 blocking versions depending on the.project,.the yarn, etc.
My newly knit sweaters never need cleaning cuz I got them soiled during knitting, but certain yarns SURE DO NEED CLEANING, especially natural colors where the animal fibers weren't given more BATHS. Malabrigo Merino (natural white) will turn your wash pan water to a mocha color from the hidden filth that still lingers inside the yarn, prolly from the fields where the animals rolled around!
Did our knitter mention how her son's sweater is constructed? One piece? Separate pieces?
Well mine may not be so dirty, but washing it helps even out the stitches too. She didn't say what pattern she was going to knit.
I agree with you about blocking....it evens out the stitches. That's why I also block cotton knits, bamboo, all of the plant fiber yarns.
If I used acrylic, I'd block it, too!
Sorry I didn't mention what pattern I was using or that yes it indeed is in separate pieces. I was planning on blocking them separately before putting them together so it will be easier to seam.
The sweaters I've done before were both blends that didn't need blocking as well as top down.
The pattern I'm using is Madison by Dolce. The bodice is a TWL alternating rib with the cap of the sleeves also in the rib pattern. Took me awhile to figure out the wording on the shaping of the back as it's worded differently than others I've worked with before. But I'm finally almost finished!!! :woohoo:
I found the design at Ravelry, and although it seems to be in a book, the designer is selling the pattern as a pdf single! Yay!
The sweater is done in charcoal using "Shepard's Wool" made here in Michigan. It's not "fluffy" like the yarn shown in the picture, but then my daughter isn't the fluffy kind of woman.:teehee:
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The average age of new car buyers in January 2007 was 43. In January 2008, it was 48. This suggests that as the economy tightens, younger car buyers are staying out of the new car market. [Kicking Tires]
Ummm…did anyone think that the this might be that cars nowadays cost as much as a house did 25 years ago?
Now they are talking about 6 year loans for a freaking automobile.
Or maybe younger consumers are getting smarter…it's hard to find a worse investment than a new car.
Or maybe older customers are staying on the road longer, and buying cars more.
Or maybe loan companies are only giving loans out to older people. Just because you have corresponding data doesn't mean one causes the other. This should say "This could suggest"
That and we plan our live around cities with public transportation. I'll be happy to pay my 5 bucks a day for lightrail when gas for the same trip, plus parking would be around 15 bucks a day. Oh, and the payment, 300 dollars, would be another 10 bucks a day or 15 bucks per weekday. So, 30 bucks or 5? And keep in mind in 10 years its not like your car will be worth anything.
It does say "car buyers", which also could mean that more young people are leasing.
Ahh, nothing like making data fit your assumptions.
I think old people buy cars more frequently. My grandpa-in-law just dropped $45K on a new Buick to replace his 2004 model. Because, you know, it was old. Needless to say, it's now our good road-trip car. And they say young people are stupid….
only 48 year olds with fancy job titles can afford a new car.
@overbysara: well, thats a gross overstatement. Im 30 and can afford a new car any time I want, I just opt to purchase used cars for the value (and Ive got a great source). Im guessing older people are less willing to settle for used products and are more interested in being the first owner then younger people.
I see a lot of young people driving around "new" cars–how? Their parents bought it for them or put in in their name–that may be why the average age for new cars is going up. I have to admit when I got my license, my dad got me a new car. He got my sister a new car as well. In college, I got another new car–bought in my dad's name (though I made payments) because he had much better credit than I did. Same thing with my other siblings who all have bought new cars–even as they got older, my dad would cosign or put the car in his name.
Nowadays, I don't plan on buying a new car–my car is paid off and I am very happy with it.
@Tracy Ham and Eggs: excellent point. A lot of the reason that my GFIL is so determined to always have something new is that he doesn't like "fooling with" the car. He also uses a cane, so he's picky about ease of getting in and out, making loaners less convenient than for we young'uns.
Parents are buying their "precious" young who can do no wrong new cars and putting them in their own names for insurance purposes. I'll never forget the kid who rear ended us within the first three weeks of me purchasing a 2003 RSX-S to replace my 96 Firebird. First words out of his mouth were "Why did you stop?" (Because there was three lanes of stopped traffic in front of us douchebag) and the second was "My parents just bought me this car!" To which I replied "I just bought me this car!" Kid still had the nerve to ask the state trooper who came on the scene (because the stop traffic was for a spin-out on a major highway) if he was going to cite anyone.
Seriously, I buy new because I like the security of the warranty. I sound financial purchase? Probably not, but I got sick of taking my used cars to the shop. I recently (sob) traded in the RSX for a station wagon, joining the old, suburban yuppie crowd. At least I get 25 mpg on it (about equal to what I was getting on the RSX).


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