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Well folks, we're in a web 2.0 world these days and Twitter is a wonderful example there of. With that in mind Cocktail Hacker now has its very own Twitter account. If you're a full fledged tweet head you can follow CocktailHacker for updates on new posts and other general cocktail ephemera. If you're new to the Twitter game check it out, its like a blog with updates in capsule form, a micro-blog if you will. Also, on the off chance you'd like to read more of my ramblings you can follow me on Twitter as well.

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Greetings to everyone who finds " Paxtonvic" blog.
Paxtonvic is The Revd Canon Annette Reed, Vicar of Little and Great Paxton with Diddington and since February 2014 minister-in-charge of Southoe in Cambridgeshire near to St Neot's. I have also been Rural Dean of St Neots since 2007.
( I'm the one on the right!)
Do come in and explore Paxtonvic.
You will find information about church and village life of Little Paxton, Great Paxton, Diddington and Southoe as well as St Neots and the surrounding villages.
I have another blog just about Great Paxton: http://www.greatpaxtononline.wordpress.com
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A little bit about me.
I was born Annette Richings in Tuckton Nursing Home near to Bournemouth in July 1954. Building had connections in past years with Leo Tolstoy and his secret printing press and I am grateful to recent contributors who have sent me more information about this interesting piece of history.
Some of my earliest memories are of being on Boscombe sands, playing in the waves and pulling on the penny fruit machines with my Grandad Will Trimby helping me. We moved to Portsmouth when I was 9 years old and here is me at Portsmouth Grammar School c 12yrs old.
In 1966 we moved to Oxford and it was there that I fell in love with the Church of England as we lived in Christ Church College where my father was a lodge porter. I used to go to Oxford Cathedral most days for Evensong sung by the Cathedral Choir and developened a deep love for english choral music and the gentle spirituality of the regular offices.
I also used to sing as a teenager at St Mary Magdalene Church in Oxford City, a church with a distinct high church tradition which also infomed my explorations of the Christian faith.
If I had to define my " churchmanship" ( always seemed a strange word to me) I would say I am a Liberal Anglican who appreciates both the best of Ango-catholic tradtions and the passion and conviction of Evangelicals. I trained for Church of England Ministry at The Queens College in Birmingham and was deaconed in Coventry Cathedral in 1987. Priesting followed in 2004.
I served as curate at Clifton-upon-Dunsmore near to Rugby and later at Walsgrave parish, both in Coventry Diocese. After three years in Hinckley, Leicestershire, I had eight wonderful years as Team Vicar in the Bosworth and Sheepy Benefice, looking after the Sheepy Group of five churches.
In 2006 I moved to The Paxtons and became Rural Dean of St Neots in 2007.
I was honoured to be made a Canon of Ely Cathedral in May 2014.
I love all the contact we have with young families and children and one of events I most enjoy is the Tots and Carer's group at Little Paxton every Wednesday morning and being part of Great Paxton School as a governor and taking assemblies there.
I delight in welcoming people into our church commuities who ever and however they are. I am pleased when people enjoy coming to worship of any kind, but am equally at home out about and getting involved in village life. I am passionate about church buildings – both in respect of their architecture and also in regards as to how they may be adapted/re-ordered to serve their communities better. I like to think of myself as a bit of a local historian and run two history groups in the Paxtons.
I love plants and tending the vicarage garden. I have a rescue greyhound called Polly who lives with me and often look after my son's lurcher dog called Charlie. I have two children, Mike who is a teacher locally and Adele a student in Coventry.
Please be assured I NEVER name drop in this blog or make out I'm anything special.. hate that sort of thing….
( I'm on the left!)
( April 2006 – somewhere posh in London)
See – I didnt always have grey hair!!
Below: I am not amused!
I have been known to dress up as Queen Victoria.
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VA Updates Disability Claims Application
September 24, 2014
New Process Will Reduce Processing Times and Improve Quality
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced that it is introducing a uniformed disability claims form to better serve Veterans, families and survivors. Standardizing the process by which Veterans file claims and initiate appeals will make it easier for Veterans and their survivors to clearly state what benefits they are seeking from VA and provide information that is necessary to process their claims and appeals. The new forms eliminate applicant guesswork, which often leads to delays in decisions and ultimately delays in receiving benefits. The new regulations go into effect in late March 2015.
"We must do everything that we can to make it as fast and easy as possible for Veterans and their survivors to file for and receive an accurate decision on their claim," said VA Secretary Robert McDonald. "Our Veterans and survivors will know, at the outset of the claims process, what is needed, which removes subjective interpretation from the process. We want to eliminate any barriers that make it difficult for our Veterans or survivors to receive benefits to which they are entitled."
In the past, a Veteran or survivor did not have to use a certain form to seek compensation or other benefits from VA. Claims or appeals (Notice of Disagreement) could be submitted on any piece of paper which caused delays due to missing information.
By using standard forms for all disability claims, VA can more quickly and accurately identify what the Veteran is claiming or appealing. This will allow VA to immediately move on to next steps in the evidence-gathering and decision-making process, which saves administrative processing time and speeds the delivery of earned benefits. The existing process is also inconsistent with most, if not all, other government and non-government application processes, such as applying for social security, applying for a driver's license, applying for a job or filing for an income tax refund.
"These days, government agencies and private businesses rely on standard forms to deliver faster and more accurate customer service," said Under Secretary for Benefits Allison A. Hickey. "VA's ability to deliver better customer service requires the use of standard forms as well. That is why we worked extensively with our partners in the Veterans community to streamline the way we process claims while preserving the effective date rules concerning informal claims through the creation of a new intent to file a claim process."
The updated process also includes standardizing the traditional informal claims process by employing a new "Intent to File a Claim" process which affords the Veteran or survivor one year to compile the necessary documentation or evidence to support the claim while preserving an effective date of claim.
More information about VA Forms 21-526EZ, 21-527EZ, 21-534EZ or VA Form 21-0958, Notice of Disagreement, may be found at www.ebenefits.va.gov or www.va.gov/vaforms/.
Air Force Veteran Elected to Lead Veterans of Foreign Wars
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (July 24, 2014) — The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States concluded its 115th national convention yesterday with the election of the new VFW National Commander, John W. Stroud.
Stroud served in the U.S. Air Force from 1976-1997, including a tour in Korea in 1992-1993 with the 51st Fighter Wing at Osan Air Base as a Flight Operations Superintendent. His decorations include four Meritorious Service Medals, three Air Force Commendation Medals, three Air Force Achievement Medals, the Korea Defense Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.
He is a resident of Hawthorne, Nev., and a Gold Legacy Life Member of Post 2313, and has served the VFW in a number of leadership positions including Nevada Department Commander and Chairman of the National Veterans Service Committee.
During his acceptance speech, Stroud addressed the recent VA crisis stating, "the VA is a health care system worth saving that right now must identify and fix what's broken … that needs to hold people appropriately accountable to the fullest extent of the law … and a system that must restore the faith of veterans in their VA. He added that he is confident Acting VA Secretary Sloan Gibson and nominee Bob McDonald—if confirmed—will not make the same mistake as the previous VA Secretary who simply trusted his employees to the point of his demise.
Stroud recounted his first experience with the VFW, stopping in Post 10047 in Las Vegas, Nev., after seeing a sign that read 'Active Duty Military Welcome.' Dressed in fatigues, he entered the Post and was immediately welcomed. Surrounded by his comrades, he learned of the organization's many programs and services, and he knew he wanted in.
"Comrades, I share my story to encourage you to tell your own stories to others. A great part of the VFW story involves the relevance between different generations, and the ability to educate others about who we are, what we do, and who we do it for," he said.
Stroud had high praise for members' work and VFW programs, citing several outstanding instances of disaster relief, troop support and veterans resource efforts. He commended those who worked with the U.S. European Command to operate a Visitor's Center for hundreds of American D-Day veterans and thousands of visitors who were in Normandy for the 70th anniversary of the landing, and praised the Ladies Auxiliary for its donations to cancer research which now total $30 million.
"One of the best things about being a National Officer is I get to brag about the VFW wherever I go … to the troops, to veterans, their families, nonveterans and politicians, too," he said.
VFW National Commander Testifies Before Congress
During today's [Wednesday's] testimony before a joint hearing of the Senate and House Veterans Affairs Committees, the national commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. (VFW) expressed the organization's deep concern over America's disregard for veterans.
"What concerns the VFW and patriots everywhere is that America has forgotten that OUR NATION IS STILL AT WAR," explained William A. Thien, commander-in-chief of the VFW. "We have 38,000 men and women stationed inside Afghanistan fighting to ensure the country doesn't become a terrorist training ground again. We have another 30,000 stationed in South Korea helping to preserve a 61-year-old ceasefire that is looking more and more tenuous. We have tens of thousands more service members stationed abroad helping to bring peace and stability, and humanitarian assistance when and where it's needed."
Thien went on to address the war now being waged on American soil as well, reminding lawmakers of the ongoing veterans' fight to retain their promised benefits and Quality of Life programs. He noted the passage of the recent COLA penalty, an initiative that VFW was adamantly against since its introduction late last year. "Some believe the cost of war ends when the last troops leave Afghanistan. We know this is not true, and that is why we need a fully funded state-of-the-art VA health care system, benefits programs and cemetery system."
He pledged that the more than 1.9 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries will fight to preserve the safety and security of America and the viability of its All-Volunteer Military. He also vowed to fight attempts to force veterans, service members and their families to shoulder an unfair share of the nation's debt, and promised to continue the fight for adequate funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as for advance appropriations for its programs.
Thien explained to Congress that the VFW's mission is to ensure that a nation that creates veterans fulfills its sacred duty to care for them when they return home. "The VFW exists to serve veterans, and that includes representing them in Washington where the voice of one veteran is often overlooked and the voice of servicemen and women is prohibited.
"Everything the VFW wants costs money, but everything the VFW wants is for someone else—someone from every city and town in every congressional district, and in every state and territory who swore an oath of allegiance to protect and defend our great country and its Constitution," Thien stated.
VFW Announces 2013-2014 National Youth Scholarship Contest Winners
The winners of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary sponsored Voice of Democracy audio-essay competition and the Patriot's Pen essay competition were announced yesterday[Monday] during the 2014 VFW Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C.
The Voice of Democracy program celebrated its 67th year with this year's theme, "Why I'm Optimistic About Our Nation's Future." The first-place winner, Madison Haley, sponsored by VFW Post 777 and Ladies Auxiliary in Mount Pulaski, Ill., received an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., where she was presented with the T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship Award in the amount of $30,000. The second-place winner, Grace Speas, sponsored by VFW Post 10097 and Ladies Auxiliary in Fort Myers Beach, Fla., received the $16,000 Charles Kuralt Memorial Scholarship Award. The third-place winner, Luke Ball, sponsored by VFW Post 2573 and Ladies Auxiliary in Wilmington, N.C., received the $10,000 VFW Scholarship Award. All other state winners received at least a $1,000 college scholarship. More than 40,000 students participated in this year's competition.
Read Madison Haley's award-winning essay.
See the complete list of all winners.
The Patriot's Pen program is designed to foster patriotism by allowing students the opportunity to express their opinions on democracy based on an annual theme, this year's being, "What Patriotism Means to Me." The first-place winner, Alexis Canen, sponsored by VFW Post 1125 and Ladies Auxiliary in Glendive, Mont., received an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., where she received a $5,000 award. The second-place winner, Noelle Nakaoka, sponsored by VFW Post 2875 in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, will receive a $4,000 award. The third-place winner, Olivia Leising, sponsored by VFW Post 9357 in Cambridge, Neb., will receive a $3,500 award. More than 111,000 students participated in this year's competition.
Read Alexis Canen's award-winning essay.
See list of all winners.
2014: A Message from the VFW Commander-in-Chief
This year promises to be a momentous one for America's veterans and its warriors. Issues affecting those in and out of uniform will be on the front burner on Capitol Hill.
Two events in 2014 will no doubt put veterans and the armed forces in the national limelight: congressional elections and withdrawal of U.S. combat troops from Afghanistan. The ending of a war is always a watershed in history, and this one should be no exception.
Achieving such a milestone will attract publicity that should be maximized to the benefit of the Afghanistan War's veterans and their families. While the media is focused on the political ramifications of the combat disengagement, we should draw attention to the needs of the youngest generation of war vets.
Recently, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel told the 47,000 GIs remaining in Afghanistan: "I know more than occasionally you wonder if anybody's paying attention, or if anybody cares, but we do."
Hagel may have been speaking on behalf of the American people in general, but his words could have been our own. This is all part of our commitment to "fully support U.S. troops and their mission to prosecute the war on terrorism."
VFW's Priority Goals include a host of issues—health care, housing, education, employment, transition assistance and military quality-of-life as a whole—that are perfectly relevant to those on active duty today. Each and every one of these goals is being pursued with vigor by our Washington Office staff.
Thanksgiving Thank You from the Veterans of Foreign Wars
The National Office of the Veterans of Foreign Wars has created a special Thanksgiving "Thank You" message for all VFW Service Officers, Members and supporters.
VFW Vows to Help the Families of Fallen Heroes
The Veterans of Foreign Wars, America's largest organization of combat veterans, has announced that its official charity, the VFW Foundation, is taking urgent action to help the families of fallen U.S. service members. Because of the federal government shutdown, the Pentagon is withholding a $100,000 death gratuity payment that is usually given to relatives of the deceased. Such payments stopped effective September 30, 2013 at 11:59 p.m.
William A. Thien, VFW Commander-in-Chief, called the delay "disgusting and shameful" and stated that, "It is absolutely appalling and nothing short of a travesty that elected officials continue to receive paychecks and benefits while not providing for those who deserve it most." While imploring the Congress and the President to "immediately resolve this issue" he has directed financial resources be made available from the VFW's Unmet Needs program which is funded through the VFW Foundation to help affected military families.
Established in 2004, Unmet Needs has granted over $4.7 million to military service personnel and their families for expenses due to rent, mortgage, utilities, vehicle repair, medical expenses and food/basic assistance.
Unmet Needs funds would be made directly available to the families of fallen service members to help with their bills, travel and other pressing financial concerns.
Families are encouraged to call the VFW's Unmet Needs hotline at 1-866-789-6333, option 1 or visit www.unmetneeds.org.
VFW Demands a Federal Budget Be Passed
VFW National Commander sends President and Congress formal letter
October 03, 2013
Dear Mr. President, Speaker Boehner, Representative Pelosi, Leader Reid and Senator McConnell:
The United States federal government is ending Day Three of a shutdown that both political parties created. On behalf of 22 million veterans and 2.3 million service members and their families, I urge all of you to start doing what's best for the country and not your own political interests. Every American is or will feel the effects of this budget impasse, but I am writing to you concerning the effects on our nation's veterans, our military personnel and their families.
The lack of a budget prevents countless veterans from taking advantage of transition assistance programs provided by the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Labor. The lack of a budget will increase the VA claims backlog, and stop VA disability compensation and survivor benefit payments to millions of combat-wounded veterans and widows because Congress won't extend the department's authorization into the new fiscal year. Many of these heroes depend on those payments to pay for their daily living expenses.
Our national security is threatened and at risk because of the lack of a defense budget and the ongoing sequester. Training is what makes our military the strongest in the world, but without a budget, aircraft are being grounded, ships are staying in port, and our Army and Marine Corps ground forces are not receiving the necessary training they need to successfully accomplish their assigned missions and, more importantly, to survive to do it again. We are also hearing the intelligence community is affected by the government shutdown, too. Haven't we all learned the lessons of 9/11? National Security and those who defend us cannot be shortchanged.
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ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) -- Another draft, another wide receiver for the Lions.
Detroit selected Georgia Tech junior Calvin Johnson on Saturday with the second overall pick, making it four out of five drafts in which the Lions took a wideout in the first round.
It's hard to argue with the choice of Johnson, though.
Known as "Spider-man" because of his height and amazing set of hands, many considered him the best prospect in this year's draft class. The Lions spurned trade offers from teams that coveted Johnson and wanted to move up to get him.
Team president Matt Millen said it would have taken "a lot of picks" to force him to trade out of the second slot.
Millen said he considered a number of others -- including Wisconsin offensive tackle Joe Thomas, Clemson defensive end Gaines Adams and Oklahoma running back Adrian Peterson -- but they didn't measure up.
"None of them compared to Calvin Johnson," he said. "Calvin Johnson is in a class by himself."
Offensive coordinator Mike Martz went as far as to say that Johnson was the best wide receiver prospect he had seen coming out of college.
And Johnson had glowing things to say about Martz as well.
"He's ecstatic, just like me," Johnson said of Martz. "Like I said, I'm going to be in a good situation."
The Lions were the first team since the NFL and AFL merged drafts in 1967 to take a wide receiver in three straight first rounds. Charles Rogers (2003) and Mike Williams (2005), sandwiched around the skilled Roy Williams (2004), were busts.
Millen insisted in the days before the draft that the past wouldn't scare him away from taking another first-round receiver this year.
And he was quick to try and head off his critics when discussing the pick at the team's headquarters in Allen Park.
"Calvin Johnson is going to team with the rest of this offense and turn it into one of the most dynamic offenses in this league. I firmly believe that," Millen told reporters. "You can scoff at it if you like. I really don't care, because I think it's going to happen."
Johnson stands 6-foot-4 and weighs just under 240 pounds; that size, coupled with his strength, allows him to close off defenders in traffic. He ran a 4.35 in the 40-yard dash at the NFL combine. He can defeat press coverage and outrun most defenders, and is tough to bring down after the catch.
"I told him when he was here (for a pre-draft visit) that he wouldn't get past (No.) 2," Millen said. "This guy is the real deal."
Last season, Johnson won the Biletnikoff Award, which is given to the nation's top collegiate receiver. He finished 10th in balloting for the Heisman Trophy and was named the Atlantic Coast Conference's player of the year.
As a junior, he caught 76 passes for a school-record 1,202 yards and 15 touchdowns. For his three-year career in Atlanta, Johnson had 178 receptions for 2,927 yards and 28 TDs.
Yellow Jackets coach Chan Gailey used Johnson as a flanker and as a slot receiver.
Martz said he expected Johnson would line up in some offensive sets as the "Z" receiver alongside established veteran Mike Furrey and opposite Williams.
Johnson's pre-draft visit to Detroit sealed the deal, Millen said. All of the players and team personnel who met with him were impressed by how he carried himself.
One of Johnson's only potential negatives going into the draft even turned into a positive.
A published report said Johnson, Adams and Louisville defensive tackle Amobi Okoye acknowledged at the scouting combine that they previously had used marijuana. The reaction was largely positive, however, with some observers lauding the honesty of the trio.
Johnson, a 21-year-old resident of Tyrone, Ga., said Saturday that drug use no longer is an issue with him.
"That was when I was young in college, so I don't mess with it anymore," he said.
Thomas and Okoye also were top-10 selections on Saturday.
The Lions are an NFL-worst 24-72 since 2001, when Millen took over in Detroit -- a stretch of futility that compares only to Tampa Bay's 12 straight double-digit loss seasons from 1983-94 in league history.
After the Lions selected Johnson, they settled down to use their remaining picks to help fill their many holes. Detroit entered the weekend with four fifth-round picks, assets that could be used to add depth or to make moves for higher picks.
The team has lost 75 percent of its games since Millen began running the franchise, in large part because nearly half of his first-round picks have been busts.
Rogers and 2002 top pick Joey Harrington were cut and traded, respectively, last year. Mike Williams might not make it to a third season in Detroit.
"The last few years it may not have worked out, but I'm sure my situation will," Johnson said.
Lions Select Calvin Johnson With 2nd Pick
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) -- Another draft, another wide receiver for the Lions.


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Unless you're kitted out for a Siberian winter, you could be in for a shock; a cold snap from northern Russia is forecast. No better excuse, then, to get kitted-out for winter, and there's no better way of getting kitted-out for winter than in true tech style.
We've been following the seasons on Pocket-lint with the best examples of clothing made of the kind of fibres and materials that several teams' worth of boffins went through 8,000 cups of coffee and three times that number of non-funny jokes to invent. If you're looking to stay toasty this Christmas, then here's the best cold weather gear around.
Billabong New Rasta hoody (£69.99)
Designed to be swung on after a dip by hip young surfers who spend too much money on clothes, Billabong's fleece-lined Rasta hoody is just as effective for chilly land-lubbers. The double-pocket on the front is best avoided if you want the Rasta to keep its shape, but elsewhere it's nicely proportioned.
Loosely elasticated cuffs and waist keep the chill out, while the fluffy, fleece-lined hood is a thing of winter wonder. In extreme chills, it's best worn over a base layer and under rain wear, but fast becomes the kind of thing that's hard to leave at home whatever the weather. You might even get a hug from the PM.
Icebreaker Cascade Full Zip for women (£130)
Ah, merino wool. The miracle baselayer for cold weather – and not bad in the 40-degree heat, either – is much copied, but Icebreaker is the brand we like best. Snug is the word for the Icebreaker Cascade, a full zipped fleece for women that's one of the lightest ways to keep warm. Banishing the bulk and therefore much easier to carry than plump (albeit much cheaper) nylon fleeces, the Cascade's Realfleece merino fabric is a great natural alternative and soft … so soft.
Available in blue, grey, black and red, the Cascade comes with zipped hand pockets, a chin protector, and a small pocket on one left arm sleeve – ideal for stashing 10p for an emergency phone call. Oh, wait, it's 2001, try your headphones.
Cushe After Ride boots (£129.99)
Spend time around hikers and their footwear, and before long you'll notice that almost every single boot features a Vibram sole. And that's also the case on these Cushe's, which double as waterproof boots despite a suede outer.
Memory foam also makes an appearance in the boot, though in practice we didn't notice anything moulding to our size 11s though they proved incredibly comfy. A high-end choice for sure, the After Ride boots proved effective at keeping our feet dry and warm – and that sheepskin inner, complete with drawstring closures, keeps them from rubbing.
Craghoppers Tuson Jacket (£137)
Forget layering; one of the most effective ways of keeping the cold out is to don a lumpy jacket like the Craghoppers Tuson. Down is shoved into small compartments that, over time, do have a tendency to firm-up and make the jacket lose its shape. Only time will tell if that's the case here, but for now it's a super-snug option whose high collar forgoes the need for a scarf.
Although a padded hood wouldn't go amiss, we're placated by sleeves with snug cuffs that make sure there's no chance of wind whistling in between gloves and coat. Worn over the course of a cold, incessantly wet day in Wales, the Tuson proved water-proof enough and dried-off quickly after being left in a puddle (whoops!). As a bonus the entire Tuson can be stowed in its own full-length pocket to form a small pillow.
Berghaus Ignite Hoody & Hat (£99 & £25.99)
A great double-act on the mountain side and outdoors generally are the Ignite Hoody and Ignite Hat from Berghaus. Made partially from super-lightweight Pertex material and a cosy fit, the Hoody behaves more like a coat than its name suggests – though it's shorter, so easier to stash in its included mesh stuff sack. Stunningly warm considering its size and (lack of) bulk, the hood is also a snug fit, and fully adjustable to keep the chill out.
The Ignite Hoody is sold in red, blue and black. You'll need other layers. However, it's the ear flaps on the hat we liked best while out in the bleak Brecon Beacons. We're talking a technical fit that's the wise man's (or woman's) alternative to those awful Davy Crockett-style bonce-boilers.
Falke Men's Cosyshoe (£19.95)
Renounce your manhood, one and all; embrace the ultimate slipper-sock that is the all-new Cosyshoe. On sale now from Falke, the Cosyshoe is the latest use found for the wonder-fabric that is merino wool.
It's firmly on the sock side of the fence, though the under-sole grip is adept at keeping you safe during those traditional indoor winter activities – such as fetching the remote control from the other side of a plasma TV-heated living room. Perfect for the ski lodge, too, the Cosyshoe comes in black, red or blue.
Teva Vero Boot WP women's snow boots (£116.99)
With the first fall of snow, it's time to get those kinky boots on, girls – so how about the White Spider Rubber soles of the Teva Vero? About as even a match as you'll ever get between style and function when it comes to technology material outdoor gear, they're a decent purchase even over the £100 mark.
Teva's Vero snow boots are fashioned from fully waterproof leather yet retain a lightweight look and feel. In our test they tackled some icy paths with ease, and survived showers, though they're strictly for outdoors only – worn inside they quickly overheat.
Sidas Drywarmer boot-warmers (£17)
Whether you come back from a day's walking with sodden boots or you're nervous about venturing into the snow, these handy boot warmers are the ultimate in polar pampering. Pocket-sized and easily packable, this box of two warmers are best left in your boots overnight, though they're just as effective in heavy winter gloves.
These boot-warmers even offer antibacterial UV action that kills your feet bacteria – or the germs from your mitts hands, for that matter – to keep shoes/gloves less smelly. Just one reason why these should be compulsory in large ski lodges.
Keen Revel insulated boots (£102)
Big, insulated boots are what you need when the weather takes a turn and the frosts turn to icy mornings. Also the first extremities to freeze, toes are kept warm, and, just as importantly, dry by Keen's Revel boots. Feeling solid and sturdy, yet comfortable immediately they adorned our feet, the Revels proved especially good at gripping a normally treacherous pathway, while the underfoot warming system – think roof insulation and you're close – keeps the cold out.
There's even some charcoal bamboo in the mix alongside a heat-trapping honeycomb design and woolen felt layer. They also use waterproof nubuck leather, a breathable fabric in the tongue, and razor-slim lugs on the sole to grip in all kinds of weather. Available in men's and women's sizes, this is one for serious walkers and snow-bound travellers.
Mizuno Leg Tights & Long Sleeve Shirt (£36 & £45)
Attention all runners. It's nippy out there on your daily run, innit? Ditch that t-shirt and shorts combo in favour of the thermo tech in Mizuno's new tops and tights. The Mizuno L/S 1/2 Zip Stretch Combo Shirt in black, yellow or green keeps you warn and dry. Its Breath Thermo yarn generates heat as it expands. It's comfy and figure-hugging without being, err, inappropriate, and kept us warm on our daily post-frost jaunt around the local park.
We did get a little overheated towards the end, with the half-zip proving handy for letting off steam. Not so the Mizuno Breathe Thermo Bio Leg Tights which are essentially running tights with inserts around the knee joint to keep warmth in.
Plain Gorgeous Travelwrap (£199)
Would she rather freeze than don a smelly fleece? Cast aside thoughts of £20 slankets and instead consider this little slice of luxury. Made of two-ply Scottish cashmere wool by The Travelwrap Company and exceptionally comfy next to the skin, this super-soft 180 x 90cm wrap comes beautifully boxed (gift-wrapping possible, too).
Ideal for chilly mornings, it packs into a 25 x 25cm linen bag for easy travel. Importantly, of course, it also looks rather fetching too. Best accessorized with steaming cup of cocoa, morning mists and a wistful look in the eyes.


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Video: Corydoras weitzmani
One species of cories that we keep.
Video: Synodontis alberti
This cute catfish comes from Stanley Pool in the Congo River. It reportedly 'squeaks' when disturbed, though we've never witnessed this behavior.
Video: Cichlid Pool 2012
This time we shoved the Repashy into a hole in the rock. The crowd goes wild!
Our pond is up and stocked with a whack of critters from Lakes Malawi and Victoria, including Pseudotropheus acei, Ps. flavus, Ps. saulosi, Ps. lombardoi, Astatotilapia latisfaciata, Paralabidochromis sauvagei, and Labidochromis caeruleus. The algae bloom we had earlier in the spring is dying off with the addition of a UV sterilizer (that's all the floaty stuff you see in the video). Toward the end of the video is a hand-feeding of Repashy Superfood… the fish LOVE it!
Video Additions!
Haplochromis sp. 'flavenentis'
Haplochromis sp. 'blue obliquidens'
Crenichthys baileyi baileyi (a little goodeid from the USA – neither cichlid nor African, but very cool nonetheless)
Video: Synodontis multipunctatus
Been trying out the new Repashy foods. All my fish love it and this clip shows the multis going after chunk of the shrimp souffle. This seems to be great stuff. Time will tell how the fish respond long term but this is a great start.
Video: Neochromis greenwoodi
This male Neochromis greenwoodi was trying to spawn with anything he could tonight. There are a couple ripe females in his harem so it is a safe bet there will be a mouth full of eggs very soon.
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For a complete list of all our videos, visit our Videos page on AfricanCichlids.net!
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Xystichromis sp. 'Kyoga flameback'
Amatitlania nigrofasciata (Convict Cichlid)… and also Green Swordtails!


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River Rats History Runs Deep
River Rats Raft & Kayak started in Rotorua the summer of 1982, they are proud to be celebrating 30 years in business this year.
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River Rats Raft & Kayak started in Rotorua the summer of 1982, offering raft trips on a grade 3 - 4 section of the Rangitaiki River. They are proud to be celebrating 30 years in business this year.
New Zealand is well known as a destination for adventure seekers with a huge range of adventure options. Rafting was one of the first adventure activities available to the general public.
In the early days many of the guides were rough diamonds from outdoor backgrounds.
In one of the most memorable stories from the early days, the guides caught a pig that was swimming across the Rangitaiki River, to the shock of the customers a guide killed it with his river knife and threw it in the raft until they could stow it in the bushes. On the companies next trip the guide jumped out of the raft, crashed around in the bush, then came running back out with the pig they had caught earlier. They convinced the customers they had just caught it then. They tied it into the raft, and finished the trip. Apparently it made a delicious meal for the guides. That sort of thing probably wouldn't go down too well these days but it certainly would have made for a memorable trip. The customers that day have probably all told the story many times over the years.
River Rats Raft & Kayak director Justin Hutton says "rafting has certainly come a long way since those early days, particularly in the equipment and guide training areas. In the early days the rafts were what we refer to as 'bucket boats' as it was necessary to carry a bucket to bail the water out. The rafts would fill up with water as they went through the rapids and customers would take turns being the designated 'bailer', emptying the water so the raft wasn't so heavy to steer. These days the rafts have inflatable floors which allow water to run to the outside through drain holes. The rafts are also more rigid, so overall they are much more manageable. Companies are audited annually by Maritime New Zealand and guides have to be assessed. The system is definitely the most stringent in the world and New Zealand guides are sought after by overseas raft companies"
The changes in the industry have allowed companies to advance and make it safer to run trips such as the Grade 5 Kaituna and Wairoa Rivers. The Kaituna River trip includes 14 rapids and features the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall, the awesome 7m (21ft) Tutea Falls. Only 20 minutes from Rotorua it runs through a picturesque gorge and is one of New Zealand's most popular rafting runs.
The Wairoa is a technical grade 5 river situated around 20 minutes from Tauranga that only runs selected days. They have dammed the river and built a power station, but 26 days a year (usually selected Sundays from September to May) they shut down the power station and release water for recreational use. Release dates are published on River Rats website.
There is also a gentle grade 2 trip on the Rangitaiki River that can accommodate children as young as 5 which makes for a great family trip.
With such a wide variety of options Rotorua really is a white water mecca. It has been selected to host the World Rafting Champs in 2013. River Rats Raft & Kayak director Justin Hutton says "it really is a pleasure to be able to show visitors the amazing resource we have on our doorstep. With so many options so close to Rotorua there really is something for everyone. We look forward to being able to show it off for the next 30 years and beyond"
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12 Obvious Signs That You Were Born Mean
They say that some people are born under a bad sign or born with a mean streak -- but we're sick to death of talking about Mel Gibson.
It turns out that those tired cliches may not be that far from the truth. A study conducted at the University of Buffalo found that people with a tendency to be meaner had attitudes that were partially shaped by their genetic code responding to their negative view of their environment.
Here are some ways to tell if you got the mean genes.
1. You once ratted on your parents to the cops and had them arrested while you were still in the womb.
2. When other kids misbehaved, their moms would make them spend time in "time out." When you misbehaved, your mom made you spend a night in "the box."
3. You sued the makers of 'The Omen' for lifting passages from your autobiography.
4. You're a Kardashian.
5. Every babysitter you've ever had is now a psychiatric ward of the state.
6. The prank you played on your third grade teacher earned you a spot on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted List.
7. As a kid, you stole enough lunch money to lure Alex Rodriguez away from the Texas Rangers to the New York Yankees.
8. You taught a young Dick Cheney how to say "go [bleep] yourself."
9. Someone tried to steal candy from you while you were a baby and they needed a full spine transplant.
10. As a toddler, you held a record of 12 knockouts and 23 submissions.
11. You're the reason 'Bully' was up for an NC-17 rating.
12. Your mother made your diapers out of sandpaper.


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Real Wedding: Ready for Takeoff
It must be a single travelers dream to jump on a plane and discover the stranger next to them is what they have been searching for. K and B's love story had us on cloud nine with them from the beginning. Destined to find each other, these world travelers happened to jump on the same plane and fall in love while soaring into the sunset. Their love for travel showed in the details on their wedding day with the many ways we were able to play with planes, postcards, and luggage.
Based off of our color pallet, which came from our bride's love for watercolor, we knew the Darlington House would be the perfect location for their day. After the ceremony guests were told to "prepare for takeoff" with our escort card greeting banner. Below, little planes delicately hung with vintage postcards which contained the guest's names along with the location (table) to where they were headed, all of which were locations the couple had traveled together.
At each table, banners attached to little planes carried table names like "London" and "Bali" and were placed in the sherbet colored floral centerpieces by Twigg Botanicals. Luggage card place holders hung on the back of each chair created by Brightly Designed. Favor bags sat at each place setting inviting guests to "pack their bags" at the candy station. Guests were also encouraged to indulge in "the skies the limit" dessert table with treats named First Class Vanilla and Cherry Pilot! Who could resist?!
The evening ended with dancing, laughter, and our sweet couple running off to start their greatest adventure of all! We loved planning their wedding with them and are so happy they now get to share this journey together! Thank you Jessica Kettle for another amazingly photographed wedding!


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Saints WR Joe Morgan arrested for alleged DWI
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Joe Morgan was arrested and booked early Saturday for allegedly driving while intoxicated, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
According to the newspaper, Morgan also was driving without a license and 25-year-old was found asleep at the wheel of his vehicle by a state police trooper.
Morgan was pulled out of the vehicle and eventually failed a field sobriety test, where his blood-alcohol content was found to be at 0.218 percent, or nearly three times the legal limit of 0.08. He was arrested by the trooper and taken to the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center in Gretna, La.
Louisiana State Police Trooper Melissa Matey said Wednesday that Morgan was released after posting a $1,150 bond.
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Morgan is expected to play a big role as a big-play No. 3 receiver to complement starters Marques Colston and Lance Moore. The Saints signed him as an undrafted rookie from Walsh University in 2011, and Morgan stuck with the team in 2012 after starring in the preseason Pro Football Hall of Fame Game near his old high school and college stomping grounds in Canton, Ohio.
During the regular season, the speedster had 10 catches for 379 yards and three touchdowns.


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Na na na na. Na na na na. Hey hey hey. Good-bye.
When was the last time the Mets swept the Braves in a three-or-more-game series? 1985, mother pluckers! When I asked Rob if he liked his birthday present from the Mets, he replied: "Yeah, I like watching them kill someone and then bury them." And not just any someone. The Braves! Can you say FIFTEEN games ahead of them!? Oh the joy is good, the joy is good.
Okay. We'll get this over with right from the start–our Tommy Glavine was off, as he's continued to be his last few starts. He'd be the first to tell you so. But with our boys beating out NINETEEN hits, he could afford to have a bad day. Honestly, when Reyes gets that 1st inning lead off hit, the game just goes our way. We need you, Rey. And it's good to have you back going stronger.
But today really belonged to the Carloses. After getting plunked in the knee yesterday, Carlos Delgado came back in the line up and started the day with a 2 RBI homer! That brought the Mets to 92 first inning runs for the season. (By the way–I just made a typo and accidentally typed "funs" instead of "runs." But that's what the **** a Mets first inning run is, isn't it? It's a fun.) Add in a rare misplay by Andruw "Can't Spell My Own Name" Jones, and Wright rounded the bases on Nady's pop up to give us a 3-0 cushion right from the start.
Then, in the 2nd, Carlos Beltran followed base hits from Glavine and Reyes and a walk from Lo Duca with his third grand-slam in one month (which makes CB only the 9th Major League player to ever do so!). When the camera panned to Willie Randolph in the dugout, even he was mouthing "Wow!" Wow indeed, Willie!
We're 14 games ahead of the Phillies now, as they say farewell to Bobby Abreu who (if you're living under a rock and don't know yet) is off to the Yankees.
Lesson to the Braves: When you go into a series trash talking how you're going to slam your opponents, the Evil Eye comes and gets you hard. Our boys are in it to win. They won't accept anything else.
My favorite quote of the day? Gary Cohen's "This isn't what Bobby Cox is used to."
Looking ahead, let's hope for good things from Mike Pelfrey–although it would make the decision between him and John Maine harder, indeed. But to be in a position of choosing between too many good starters is just the problem we need.
My only concern right now is Cliff Floyd's Achilles heel. He was out of the game today at the last minute with soreness, and I'm desperately wishing an injury doesn't put a stop to what's looking to be a fine second half for my #30.
We get a day of rest, fellow fans. Let's bask a little! (But you know, not too much. KINNAHURA, you nasty Evil Eye!)
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Dear ELC Community,
I'm writing to you today on behalf of the ELC School Foundation Board for 3 very important reasons.
First, we recently received a very generous donation from a retired farmer, Stan Egertson, who decided to give something back to his community.
By using the ELC School Foundation, he was able to say exactly where he wanted his donation to go.
Stan has designated his contribution to remodeling the greenhouse on the ELC campus to benefit VocAg and FFA students.
Thank you, Stan.
We're very grateful for your contribution.
Because the ELC School Foundation is non-profit and not part of the ELC school system, we are able to designate funds without restrictions.
We work to improve the learning environment of our students and assist our educators with their important mission.
During the 2010-2011 school year, the Foundation was able to put more than $10,000 into the ELC system via scholarships, key grants, and through memorial donations.
Many employees of ELC donate routinely to the Foundation through a monthly payroll deduction.
Our primary fundraiser is our annual "Champions in Education" banquet held in September, and this is the second reason for our letter.
Each year, the Foundation Board acknowledges someone who has worked hard to make a difference in our schools.
This year, we are pleased to honor Tony & Jody Condon.
The Condons have shown over time their dedication to ELC, and they continue to work to improve our schools with their many fundraisers.
Mark your calendars, and please join us the last Tuesday of September at the Elks Lodge.
We hope to raise additional funds this year with a raffle.
We have 3 fantastic prizes to offer.
The first is a week's stay at a Cancun resort donated by Sue & Curt Dare.
Next, we'll set up the services of a cleaning person for one year.
Third prize will involve the catering services of Top Hat BBQ & Catering.
Board members will be selling tickets soon. One potential use of the money raised is to supplement the greenhouse remodeling project.
And third, the Board would also like to put out a request to alumni hosting reunions this summer and fall.
We have brochures available for distribution and a great website-www.elcschoolfoundation.com-please use these resources to donate to the Foundation.
In previous years, we've been fortunate to receive contributions for scholarships and memorial funds to use as needed.
Please consider donating to our worthy organization.
Thank you for your continued support.
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Here at MNHQ, we think it makes sense to use the not-inconsiderable might of the Mumsnet collective for the greater good.
You may have come across some of Mumsnet's own high-profile Better Miscarriage Care campaign and Let Girls be Girls, as well as This is My Child and We Believe You (and do click through to see what we've been up to). But on top of this, we regularly exchange links and public support with charities and pressure groups in areas Mumsnetters are interested in, such as special needs provision, child poverty, childcare, parenting, breastfeeding, maternity care and relationship support.
Occasionally, where an issue arises that most Mumsnetters want to do something about, we'll try to make a bigger splash. Find out more about Campaign of the Week here.
In Africa 600 million people live without electricity. By replacing dangerous kerosene lamps with a solar light children can study longer, parents can save and families benefit from better health. As Honoratha Elipidi told us: "Kerosene was expensive ….I did not allow [my daughter] to study at night … now she is free to study any time". It costs just £3 to help two families access the magic of light this Christmas. Please watch the video below to find out more. All donations to SolarAid made today will be DOUBLED by the UK government!
Text SUNSHINE to 70002 to make a regular donation of £3. T&C's here.
Hour of Code
Did you know that digital skills are set to add £3bn to the economy in the next five years? The Hour of Code introduces individuals to coding in a fun and engaging way through tutorials - such as creating your own Angry Bird or learning to code with Elsa from Frozen - whilst also furthering digital literacy.
The tools are available to anyone - whether it's would-be bloggers keen to further understand 'what goes on behind the screen' or and a great platform for mums and their children to learn together in a fun and innovative way. No matter what age, understanding the power of code and how it improves creatively, problem solving and communication is now essential for any future job.
Opportunity International
What will you plant today? Nothing matters more to a mother than the safety and welfare of her family. With 70% of families in Africa relying on the land, Opportunity International provide loans, savings and training that help families work their way out of poverty. From now until 26th February 2015 the UK government will match donations to Opportunity International, pound for pound. For a mother, and farmer, like Lucia, your donation can give her the opportunity to feed her family, send her children to school and hope for a better future.
Text 'OIUK10 £10' to 70070 to give £10 or visit the link below.
Caudwell Children
Destination Dreams takes 25 children fighting life-threatening illnesses to Disney World Florida each year, for the holiday of a lifetime with their families. It provides them with a break from the relentless hospital appointments and painful treatment sessions, giving them the chance to create special memories with their families that can be cherished forever. For each child's dreams to come true, it's an 8,000 mile round trip to Disney World. That's 200,000 miles in total for 25 children! They're running their Mickey Miles campaign to help raise vital funds the trip. Please sign up to a challenge today pick to run, trek, skydive, cycle or swim and help them accumulate 200,000 challenge miles in 2015.
Dance4Change uses the power of dance to develop the self-confidence, independence and friendship networks of young people who are deaf and blind. Skilled dance teachers and mentors create a safe and empowering environment for young people to develop their aspirations and friendships, bringing fun and enjoyment to otherwise isolated young people. In the build up to Christmas, Dance for Change are running a 'Dance like a Dad' campaign to raise funds to support young people. To pledge £5 text DNCE14 £5 to 70070. Why not film yourself 'Dancing like a Dad', upload it to social media and pass it on!
PEAS (Promoting Equality in African Schools)
PEAS is a UK charity that provides transformational secondary educational opportunities to the most marginalised children in Africa. They provide access to affordable, quality and sustainable secondary schools and build their schools in the remotest areas. Once their schools are built, they run independently from UK fundraising, meaning they don't rely on outside aid.
It costs just £90 to create a permanent place for a child within one of their schools and this place will benefit five generations of children. Currently they have 26 schools: 24 in Uganda and two in Zambia, with 12,000 children, 50% of whom are girls.
British Heart Foundation
Why not try something different this Christmas and head to your local British Heart Foundation (BHF) shop to pick up unique, low-cost presents, Christmas play costumes or a party outfit?
The profit made from BHF shops helps to fund life-saving research into heart disease, so you know you're helping a good cause. Find your nearest store: bhf.org.uk/shops
BHF shops are also in need of extra volunteers in the run up to Christmas, which could be a great way to meet new people while supporting the fight for every heartbeat.
Christian Aid: Delivering hope to expectant mothers
When hospitals are far away, and transport is too expensive or non-existent, many women from rural villages are forced to give birth in dangerous and dirty conditions.
Each year 40,000 newborn babies and 14,700 women die from complications during childbirth and pregnancy in Kenya – but there is a way to provide life-saving support.
This year's Christmas appeal from Christian Aid focuses on vital maternal healthcare projects that provide delivery kits, training and transport, saving the lives of mums and babies in Kenya.
Please give a gift between 07/11/14 and 06/02/1515 – your donation will be doubled by the UK Government.
Great Ormond Street Hospital: Bake it Better
Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity is asking bakers to gather family, friends and colleagues and organise cake sales from 13-19 October to help make a difference for very ill children and their families from across the UK.
Bake it Better Week aims to raise more than £125,000 towards the hospital's much needed redevelopment, replacing cramped, outdated wards with modern, state-of-the-art facilities where a parent or carer can stay comfortably by their child's bedside.
Need inspiration? Check out their fundraising pack full choc-full of ideas including recipes from celebrities, patients and hospital staff and lots more.
Hope and Homes for Children: Numb3rs Appeal
Imagine a childhood without anywhere to call home, without love, with no-one to call Mum or Dad. This is the reality for many of the eight million children growing up in orphanages around the world.
With no love or support they often become nothing more than numbers. And when children become numbers, bad things happen to them.
Hope and Homes for Children works in eight countries to give children safe, loving families and to support vulnerable families so they can stay together. To find out more, have a look here.
Every pound you donate until the 12th December will be matched by the UK government. With your help we can end the need for orphanages and give children back their childhood.
Ask for Evidence
It's not always easy to tell whether the claims we come across - use this chemical, follow this diet, change school meals, limit phone use, avoid plastic - are based reliable evidence and sound science.
Ask for Evidence, a campaign co-ordinated by the charity Sense About Science, can help you to protect yourself from misleading information. Simply by asking when companies have made evidence-free claims, they've already seen policies retracted and products taken off shelves.
Mumsnetters have already seen the benefits of being empowered to ask – catch up with our Q&A on fertility claims here, and next time you are unsure about a claim from a politician, company, celebrity or the media, remember – Ask for Evidence.
Run on Sun
Imagine if every child went to a school powered by clean energy. Friends of the Earth's Run on Sun campaign aims to make it easier for schools to save thousands through clean energy – meaning more money to spend on things like libraries, playgrounds and trips.
Saltaire Primary School in Shipley has already saved over £2,000 on its electricity bill, thanks to its new solar panels. And the children love them.
11,000 people and 500 schools have already signed up in support. Now, you can nominate a school to enter Friends of the Earth's competition to win free solar panels.
Don't Stop the Music
Internationally renowned pianist James Rhodes is campaigning to stop thousands of children missing out on a good music education. He passionately believes this should be a right for all children. He's calling on the Government to deliver on the promise they made three years ago in the National Plan for Music Education, to give every child in England the opportunity to learn a musical instrument. Join his campaign to make access to a good music education fair and equal for all children across England.
To coincide with national Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) awareness day on Tuesday 9th September, Balance, the North East Alcohol Office, is campaigning for parents to have greater access to information on the risks and ways to prevent FASD.
FASD is a spectrum of behavioural, emotional, physical and neurological issues that are caused by the consumption of alcohol on a developing foetus during pregnancy.
It is a lifelong disability that has no cure but it is preventable.
Safer schools
There are many issues that affect young people and many excellent organisations that offer expert resources and support.
Safer Schools brings these organisations, education professionals and academic experts together in one place to support young people, parents and schools.
Whether you want to tackle bullying, sexism, racism, homophobia, domestic violence and abuse or Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), then the Safer Schools network can signpost you to the experts. Led by the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL), Safer Schools seeks to engage with those involved in our children's education.
Shocking stories of historic child abuse cases have dominated newspaper headlines in recent months and years, yet covering up child abuse is not a crime in itself in Britain.
Avaaz – a global organisation for people-powered politics – is working to change that, by calling for support for a new law which will help protect children in this country.
The British Parliament will soon debate a bill which could force schools, hospitals and other institutions to report suspected child abuse. Over 65,000 people have already joined Avaaz's call for mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse, and you too can lend your support.
Elliot's Footprint
Founded in 2014 by bereaved parents Andrea and John Kerslake and created in their late son's name, Elliot's Footprint is working hard to take the loneliness and frustration out of the systems and processes that families face in the aftermath of losing a child.
All too often heartbroken families are left alone to struggle with grief and are unable to access appropriate support services. Elliot's Footprint helps families through child bereavement by offering help and guidance whilst campaigning and fundraising for improved bereavement services and a more joined up approach to supporting families that are affected by the sudden death of a child.
CMV action
Congenital CMV is one of the main causes of children being born with birth defects in the UK, but pregnant women are not routinely told about it, nor the simple steps they can take to protect themselves.
CMV Action is working to raise public awareness of Congenital CMV, whilst campaigning for better prevention and management measures within the NHS.
Washing hands regularly and thoroughly with soap and water during pregnancy, especially after changing a young child's nappy or clearing up after meals, is one such simple precaution women can take.
Children's Air Ambulance
Little Alexander Forrest hasn't had the easiest start in life. At four months old he needed the services of The Children's Air Ambulance (TCAA) after contracting a serious respiratory virus.
TCAA is the only dedicated paediatric helicopter emergency transfer service in the country, and it came to Alex's rescue earlier this year. He was flown from Margate to London in just 28 minutes, getting him safely to the care he desperately needed.
Every year around 5,800 children need emergency transfers, because 95% of care for critically ill children is carried out in specialist units.
Migrants' Rights
In July 2012, the Government made significant changes to family visa rules.
It is now much more difficult for Brits to bring their foreign husband or wife to live with them in the UK. In many cases, this means that children are separated from a parent for months or years.
A Brit with a spouse from America or India now needs to earn at least £18,600 per year to bring them to the UK. The rules are very strict and many families are unexpectedly refused.
Migrants Rights advocates that everyone should have the right to live with their family regardless of how much money they make.
Ambitious about Autism
Every day hundreds of children with autism miss out on school. Ambitious about Autism, the national charity for children and young people with autism found that 40% of children with autism are illegally excluded from school.
With their new 'Ruled Out' campaign, Ambitious about Autism wants to stop children with autism missing out on education.
They want families to know their rights, schools to understand how to get more support and local authorities to fulfil their responsibilities.
Children with autism are entitled to a good quality, full time education just like their peers.
Brain tumours kill more children in the UK than any other type of cancer. The symptoms too often go unrecognised, costing lives and leaving survivors with long-term disabilities.
HeadSmart sends pocket-sized brain tumour symptoms cards to schools and GP surgeries around the UK.
The campaign has already cut the average diagnosis time for children with brain tumours from 14 weeks to 6.9 weeks.
HeadSmart has been shortlisted for a National Lottery Award which would help bring that figure down even further.
You can help save children's lives by voting for HeadSmart to win the award. To vote before the July 23rd deadline, go to www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/project/headsmart
GBS Awareness
July is GBS Awareness Month - Making mums #GBSaware
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies. Many countries routinely test pregnant women for GBS, not the UK. Thankfully, with urgent specialist treatment, most babies recover from their GBS infection. Tragically, one in ten sick babies die. Others suffer life-long disabilities.
Most GBS infections are preventable.
Charity Group B Strep Support is raising awareness and asking that pregnant women are fully informed about GBS – and offered testing – during routine antenatal care. If you're pregnant, or know someone who is, be #GBSaware - it could make the world of difference.
Asthma UK
Every year the equivalent of a classroom of children dies because of asthma and every single day more than 70 children are admitted to hospital due to the condition. A major new review from the Royal College of Physicians found that children who died from asthma were more likely to have received poor care than adults, and that treatment was littered with shocking prescribing errors.
Asthma UK won't rest until children receive the care they deserve.
They urgently need you to share your experiences so that they can demand change from your local NHS and stop children dying needlessly. To help, visit www.asthma.org.uk/compareyourcare now and take the survey.
The Big Lunch
The Big Lunch is a Lottery-funded initiative from the Eden Project encouraging neighbours to have a Big Lunch annually, as a simple way to get to know each other better.
The aim is to build stronger, friendlier communities in which people share things, from conversation and ideas to skills and resources, with over 4 million people across the UK taking part in this year's event on Sunday 1 June.
If you missed it then, be inspired to give it a go now. You can get started by downloading the free pack - there's even special edition Commonwealth Legacy materials up for grabs! Email email@example.com for details.
The Big Lunch free pack contains kids Aardman character stickers, vegetable seeds, posters, bunting template sand lots of inspiration to have a street party or garden get together where you live.
Macmillan Cancer Support
The UK is facing a cancer crisis. By the end of the next government's term in 2020, almost one in two of us will have to face cancer sometime during our lives. And while the majority of us will receive a good standard of care, this sadly isn't the case for everyone.
Macmillan says we urgently need to change this.
The UK's cancer survival rates are among the worst in Europe – not least because thousands of us are diagnosed too late. Thousands more are treated with a lack of compassion or denied a 'good' death, with over half lacking complete pain relief in the last three months of their lives.
If we're struggling to ensure everyone receives a good standard of care now, how will we cope with the growing numbers in the future?
Join Macmillan Cancer Support's campaign to today to make sure cancer care is a priority for the next government:
In 2012, four children were seriously hurt or killed while walking in the UK every day.
Giant Walking Bus is an annual event co-ordinated by Brake, this year on Wednesday 11 June, where primary school children march in supervised groups to campaign for safer roads in their community by encouraging drivers to slow down around schools.
This event is a great way to engage with the community, as well as getting road safety into the curriculum.
Brake are encouraging schools to register by 30th May by visiting brake.org.uk/walkingbus or ringing 01484 550 061.
A Child of Mine
A Child Of Mine helps and supports anyone affected by the death of a child, in as many ways as they possibly can. Their website is dedicated to providing guidance, as well as practical advice, and is a valuable resource for families following a child's death.
This year, they're inviting people to help fundraise by sharing their best childhood selfies. You can get involved by uploading your favourite shot to Twitter or Facebook with the hashtag #APhotoOfMine, before nominating three friends to do the same. You can donate at the same time via the charity's website, or by texting BFLY23 (followed by the amount you wish to donate) to 70070.
Safer Streets
Is your child's route to school safe enough to allow them to walk, scoot or cycle?
In 2012, 33 children were killed and the equivalent of over seven primary schools (1,836) seriously injured while walking or cycling on our roads. And 41% of parents say their child has experienced a 'near miss' on the school run.
Sustrans' campaign for Safer Streets says that every child should have the right to a safer school run – and they're urging parents to help.
By calling on government to make dedicated funding available, commit to lower traffic speeds, and transform local walking and cycling routes, Sustrans hopes more children can step out from the back seat and enjoy a more active start to their day.
Hand on Heart
In the UK, 12 young people die every week from cardiac arrest. Of those, 270 will die at school. The only definitive treatment for cardiac arrest is immediate CPR and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), which must be delivered within 3-5 minutes following collapse.
Hand on Heart Charity has one simple goal; to reduce the number of young lives lost to cardiac arrest each year. That is why they work to fund defibrillators and training for schools across the UK.
Saving Newborn Lives
Around the world, far too many newborn babies are dying on their first day. Yet most of these deaths could be prevented if a midwife was present.
This year, Save the Children, the world's leading independent children's charity, wants to ensure more babies are born with the support of a life-saving midwife.
They're calling on David Cameron to champion a global drive to train more midwives, and they need your support. Sign the petition to the Prime Minister here.
Together, we can ensure the first day is just the beginning.
Women Taking Action
Influential women are changing children's lives through supporting Action for Children's prevention of child neglect.
1.5 million children in the UK suffer neglect. Hungry, dirty and lonely, many do not go to school, attend health appointments, or even know their names.
By identifying neglect and tackling problems early, Action for Children turns families' lives around. They enable parents to make lasting changes before difficulties escalate to social service intervention, when long-term damage has already been done.
Through Women Taking Action, you can join a collective of women who are helping more children to grow up safely, with hope for a brighter future.
Every Newborn Matters
Imagine watching your baby die in your arms, thinking there was nothing you could do. Three million newborns don't survive their first 28days and the true horror is that up to 75% of these deaths are preventable.
Kidasha are launching Every Newborn Matters to stop these deaths. Kidasha has worked in Nepal for over 15 years, reaching over 100,000 women and providing essential maternal and newborn healthcare to some of the poorest and most marginalised communities.
Find out more about the campaign and how to support their work by hosting a Babyccino Morning at www.everynewbornmatters.org or text KIDA13 £5 to 70070 to donate.
Campaign for Better Hospital Food
Sustain advocates food and agriculture policies and practices that enhance the health and welfare of people and animals, improve the working and living environment, promote equity and enrich society and culture.
In the midst of a government review of hospital food standards, they're calling for better quality and compulsory standards – where opportunities to support Fair Trade, animal welfare, and local producers, are not overlooked.
You can help by signing up to their Campaign for Better Hospital Food, joining 11,500 Sustain supporters to send a clear message to the government to put higher food standards for hospitals on the agenda.
Being Parents Apart
Relate is the nation's leading relationship support charity. When they discovered that 58% of separated parents don't believe in a 'good separation' they launched Being Parents Apart, to let mums and dads know that help is there to get children and young people through separation in the best way possible. They're providing personalised online support for dealing with the practical and emotional realities of separation, alongside video advice and further information about Relate's other services like counselling and mediation. Relate will be soon be holding an event for MPs to call for improved support for separating families.
In war zones worldwide, sexual violence can be as devastating to children's lives as bullets and bombs.
Most cases go unreported because girls and boys have no one to confide in, they fear their attackers or they're afraid of being stigmatised. Instead, many children bottle up the hurt, causing psychological scars that can last a lifetime.
Together, we can end this.
Mumsnet CEO Justine Roberts, J.K. Rowling, Victoria Beckham and UNICEF UK Ambassador Jemima Khan are among a group of leading women who have called on the UK Government to protect children from sexual violence in conflict. Join the campaign.
Toilet Twinning
Help flush away poverty by twinning a toilet at home, work or school with a loo overseas!
Toilet Twinning is a partnership between development agencies Cord and Tearfund, raising funds to help provide access to better sanitation, clean water and hygiene education. 2.5 billion people worldwide don't have access to a safe, private and hygienic loo and three children die every minute from diarrhoeal diseases.
When you twin a toilet, you get a Toilet Twinning certificate to hang in your loo, showing a photo of the twin latrine with its exact GPS coordinates to help pinpoint the location online.
BeatBullying's Big March is a digital demonstration - where instead of streets, crowds will march across websites - and on 11th June, they will stage the biggest fight against bullying Europe has ever seen.
Thousands will march over websites across Europe to help put an end to bullying and join us in delivering an e-petition to the European Commission.
Sign up and join the movement, be a part of the #BigMarch, and give a voice to children and young people badly affected by bullying across Europe.
For online mentoring and counselling support visit beatbullying.org
Kidney Research UK
Over three million people in the UK are at risk from Kidney disease – for which there is no cure.
With the number of patients presenting with kidney failure rising by 4% every year, raising awareness is more important than ever.
That's why Kidney Research UK – the UK's largest funder dedicated to kidney research and kidney problems – is urging you to 'Go Purple' in the run up to World Kidney Day on Thursday 13 March.
To download their 'Go Purple Pack' of fundraising ideas, visit www.kidneyresearchuk.org/gopurple
National Ugly Mugs
National Ugly Mugs provides vital protection and greater access to justice for sex workers who are targeted by dangerous offenders but often unwilling to report to the police.
It has been responsible for the conviction of at least 12 serial offenders, whilst 16% of sex workers said they'd avoided specific individuals thanks to NUM warnings.
Despite these successes, the pioneering project will be forced to close if urgent funding is not secured.
For an entire year's worth of potentially life-saving work, NUM needs to raise just £100,000.
You can help. Text "UGLY00 £5" to 70070 to donate £5 toward the cause, or visit justgiving.com/uknoswp
Tamba is the only UK wide charity dedicated to improving the lives and well-being of families with twins, triplets and more.
As well as campaigning on issues that affect our families, Tamba provides; expert information, a free national helpline, social networking opportunities, a local club network, unique courses and now, for the first time, is conducting clinical research to help prevent still births and reduce prematurity.
So if you're a mother, father or family member of multiples, or if you're soon expecting the pitter-patter of more than one pair of tiny feet, register free with Tamba to receive access to guides and online resources.
I CAN's Chatterbox Challenge
This week, the children's communication charity I CAN presents its annual sing-along, the Chatterbox Challenge. Thousands of children are taking part across the UK, with sponsorship from Openreach and TTS, and the support of Nick Jr's Humf.
It's not too late to get involved and raise money to support children with communication difficulties.
1.2 million children in the UK have long-term difficulties with their speech, language and communication and will need extra support.
'Chatterbox Challenge: Sounds like fun with Humf' develops the communication skills of children under 5 through songs and rhymes based on sounds and noises.
Cold Homes Week
High energy bills are causing a cold homes crisis across the UK, with one poll indicating that almost half of households are cutting back on spending essentials – including school equipment and food – to be able to cover their energy bills.
As new research finds that over 2 million children in the UK are growing up in cold homes, Cold Homes Week is about confronting the government to end the scandal of high energy bills – and the suffering of families affected by fuel poverty.
Thousands of people will be asking their MP to support the campaign. You can help.
National Deaf Children's Society
The National Deaf Children's Society has found that deaf young people are struggling to access the support they need from their GPs. A lack of deaf awareness and difficulties accessing information in surgeries is leaving them less independent than other young people when it comes to their health.
Next week the charity is launching 'My life, My health' to raise awareness of these barriers and provide resources for deaf young people, their parents and GPs to help them get the health service they need.
Further information will be available from Tuesday 4 February at ndcs.org.uk/mylifemyhealth. Don't forget to check the website out next week.
The Saatchi Bill
Lord Saatchi's 'Medical Innovation Bill', as it is officially known, aims to rewrite medical practice to give patients the right to demand more options in the treatment of cancer and other diseases.
Current law requires patients receive only standard procedure – which can mean a cycle of unsuccessful treatment. But the Medical Innovation Bill will change the law to encourage responsible medical innovation for all patients.
Armed with legislation, the patient can say: "Is there anything else you can try? I know you can, because of the Medical Innovation Bill."
Now it needs your support.
Was one of your resolutions to volunteer more in 2014? You could make a difference to a child's future by becoming a Beanstalk reading helper.
Beanstalk is a national literacy charity recruiting, training and supporting volunteers to work with primary school children who are struggling with reading. They provide one-to-one support for the children that need it most.
Beanstalk urgently needs more volunteers. Could you help a child achieve the literacy skills they need to succeed in life?
Click here or call 020 7729 4087for more information. You can also donate £10 to Beanstalk by texting GROW40 £10 to 70070.
Streetbank brings communities together by letting you see all that your neighbours are happy to lend you, the things they're giving away and skills they're willing to share.
It's like a giant tool box, garden shed, fancy dress chest, DVD collection, toy box and skill-share all rolled into one and it's already helping thousands of parents tap into a new, greener type of wealth.
The range of things listed is vast – anything from children's toys, car seats, books and baby gear to tutoring, dog walking, lift-sharing and personal styling advice.
What will you find in your area?
Alcohol Concern
Many of us think the way we drink isn't a problem, but even a few beers or glasses of wine at home too often can take you over safe limits, potentially causing problems for the future.
Alcohol Concern is challenging people to take part in Dry January. Think giving up booze for 31 days sounds like a big ask? What if it meant sleeping better, saving money and possibly losing weight?
It's not about detoxing or never drinking again. It's just an opportunity for all of us to slow down and start thinking about our drinking.
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Clinical Trials in Vision Research
If you or someone you know is thinking about taking part in a clinical trial, this booklet may answer some of your questions. Clinical trials in vision research have led to new medications, surgeries, and methods for disease detection that have saved or improved the eyesight of millions of people.
The National Eye Institute (NEI), one of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), conducts and sponsors clinical trials to discover safe and effective methods for preventing, diagnosing, and treating eye disease and vision loss. Established in 1968, the NEI is the largest sponsor of vision research in the United States.


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Canadian Cyclist was the only Canadian publication invited to attend a factory tour last fall in Taiwan, hosted by TAITRA, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council. TAITRA administers the Taipei Cycle show, the third largest bike industry show in the world (after Eurobike and Interbike), and the largest for manufacturers (Eurobike and Interbike are mainly for retailers). Here is one of our factory visits - to read the overview to our visit and access all the articles, go to the main page Here
Chia Cherne
Chia Cherne Industry will be recognized by most consumers for one brand name - Jagwire. The company started in 1986 producing bicycle cables (brake and derailleur) for the OEM market, but introduced their own brand, Jagwire in 1995, working with a California design team.
The company has 300 employees spread among three Chinese factories, one in Vietnam, the Taiwanese headquarters (where some production is also done), plus offices in the U.S. and Belgium. Currently, 80% of their production is for the OEM market, with 20% their own Jagwire brand.
The primary product for Chia Cherne is cable and housing, followed by a recent growth in hydraulic brake hose, then brake pads (both rim and disc) and, finally, a small market in related tools. They supply cable and housing for a staggering 12 million bikes per year, all in the specialty market.
Mr Y.P. Kuo, the President, points out "cables are not sexy, but very important for performance. We create the details that make a bike look, feel and perform better."
However, the company admits that the trend toward hydraulic brake systems and now electronic shifting is certainly a concern, and they have started to build a business in other areas dealing with control systems, such as disc brake pads.
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