text:
Health Benefits of Oats: Oatmeal with Sauteed Mushrooms, Onion, and Thyme
A recent study found that people who consumed oatmeal—either instant or old-fashioned—felt fuller and had a suppressed appetite over four hours, compared to people who ate ready-to-eat boxed cereals. While we're sure you've tried the hearty whole grain for breakfast, we have good news for you: It tastes equally as delicious as a savory snack or meal, any time of the day. Check out 16 ways to enjoy the filling food, any time of day.
"I love this on a cold morning, particularly as I prepare for an active weekend at the gym, on the road, or about town," says David Olson, the man behind A Bachelor and His Grill. "This dish is gorgeous, fresh, nutrient-dense, full of rustic, earthy flavors, and fills the kitchen with the most amazing of aromas."
Serves: 2 to 4
2 cups water (1 cup water if using old-fashioned oats)
1 cup steel-cut oatmeal (or rolled old-fashioned oats)
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional to taste
1/2 medium onion, finely sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 to 8 ounces crimini mushrooms, sliced
3 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 cup finely grated smoked gouda
Flaky sea salt to taste
Cracked black pepper to taste
2 to 3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
1. Bring water to a boil in a pot. Pour in oatmeal, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until oats have reached desired tenderness.
2. Meanwhile pour oil into a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Add onion and garlic and saute for 3 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and thyme sprigs and saute until mushrooms turn golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. (If liquid dries too soon, add 1 teaspoon oil at a time.) Remove thyme sprigs.
3. When oatmeal finishes cooking, remove from heat and fold in gouda. Scoop into pan with vegetables and mix thoroughly. Transfer to serving bowls and add olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
Oatmeal with Avocado and Kale
"The avocado makes this oatmeal dish rich and creamy, while the kale gives it freshness and the cocoa nibs provide a slightly bitter crunch," says Ilana Freddye, of the blog Whisked. "It's all rounded out with a nice touch of spice from the chili flakes."
Serves: 1
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 cup water
1 kale leaf, shredded
2 slices avocado
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cocoa nibs
Mix oats, water, and a pinch of salt in a microwavable bowl and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Top with kale and avocado, sprinkling avocado with salt to taste. Top oatmeal with chili flakes, drizzled olive oil, and cocao nibs.
Oatmeal with Soy Nuts and Wakame Seaweed
"Wakame adds umami to the oatmeal, and there's a nutty, crunchy textural contrast from the soy nuts," says Escapades in Cookery's William Chen. His recipe makes one large serving, so be sure you're hungry.
Serves: 1
1 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup rolled (old-fashioned) oats
1/4 cup soymilk
1 handful dried, pre-cut wakame seaweed
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 handful soy nuts, for garnish
Bring water to boil in a small saucepan. Add oats and lower to medium heat. Simmer for 3 minutes, until water has reduced and oats are starting to thicken. Turn heat to medium-low and add soymilk and wakame, stirring for another minute. Add soy sauce and stir another minute or until seaweed has softened. Pour oatmeal into a bowl and garnish with soy nuts.
Oatmeal Congee
"The inspiration for this oatmeal recipe came from a Thai rice porridge breakfast I had in Bangkok," says (Don't Be) Too Timid and Squeamish blogger Marcy Light. "As with many savory, spicy, crunchy Thai recipes, you can adjust the condiments to suit your own tastes.
Serves: 1
1/2 cup oatmeal
1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 egg, poached
1/4 cup mushrooms, sauteed
1/4 cup bean sprouts (optional)
2 scallions, sliced (optional)
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro (optional)
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger (optional)
1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional)
Combine oatmeal and stock in a saucepan and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour into a serving bowl and top with egg, mushrooms, and remaining ingredients as desired.
Spicy Oatmeal with Peanuts, Cilantro, and Ginger
"I love how colorful this oatmeal is!" says The Mija Chronicle's Lesley Tellez. "It's got a sweet tartness from the tomatoes and a spicy, gingery kick."
Serves: 2
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
2 tablespoons unsalted peanuts
3 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 serrano chile, with seeds, minced
1-inch piece ginger, minced
1 pinch red chili powder
2 pinches curry leaves
1 roma tomato, diced
Salt to taste
1 small handful cilantro (or to taste), chopped
1. Combine oats and water and cook on high heat in microwave for 2 and half minutes or until cooked. Set aside.
2. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add mustard seeds. When they start to pop (about 1 to 2 minutes), add peanuts, onion, serrano, ginger, chili powder, and curry leaves. Stir and cook about 3 minutes, until peanuts are lightly toasted and spices are aromatic. Add tomato and salt to taste. Pour in oatmeal and cook another 1 to 2 minutes, until heated. Stir in cilantro and serve.
Spinach Oats
"With its classic Italian flavors, this oat dish reminds me of spaghetti bolognese. It has no meat, cheese, or pasta, but it's just as hearty," says Lilly Hippel, the human half of A Girl and Her Food Processor.
Serves: 1
1 cup water
1/4 cup steel-cut oats
1 cup frozen spinach
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1/4 cup marinara sauce
1/3 cup ground beef-style vegetable or soy protein crumbles (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Boil water and stir in oats, reducing heat to medium. Cook for about 5 minutes, then taste-test oats; they should be about halfway done. Stir in spinach and nutritional yeast, and continue to simmer on medium heat about 5 minutes or until spinach is thawed and oats are at preferred chewiness. Stir in marinara, protein crumbles, salt, and pepper and cook another 1 to 2 minutes to evenly heat all ingredients.
Gluten-Free Savory Oats Porridge with Bacon, Cheddar, Fresh Tomatoes, and Chives
"The nutty, wholesome oats, plus the trio of smoky bacon, fresh ripe tomato, and sharp cheddar, makes for a surprisingly perfect combination," promises Anne, who blogs with her mother, Donna, on Apron Strings.
Serves: 4
8 slices bacon
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup gluten-free steel-cut oats
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, plus 1 to 2 tablespoons for garnish
Salt and fresh place pepper to taste
1 heaping cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
Cayenne pepper sauce (optional)
1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon in batches, turning frequently, until browned and crisp, about 5 to 8 minutes. Set aside on a paper towel.
2. While bacon is cooking, bring milk, water, and stock just to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Stir in oats and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring regularly, for 25 to 30 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and oats are tender and cooked through. Stir in cheddar, chives, salt, and pepper and taste for seasoning. Just before serving, crumble bacon and stir into oatmeal. Top with cherry tomatoes and extra chives and serve cayenne pepper sauce on the side.
Curry Oatmeal
"A twist on an old favorite, this spicy one-pot oatmeal curry can be tweaked depending on whatever veggies you have in the fridge," says Judy Trinh, of her namesake blog Judy's Home. Her recipe makes one "gigantic" serving, she adds, so consider sharing.
Serves: 1
1/4 cup steel-cut oats
3/4 cup water (more or less, depending on if you like them softer or harder; or coconut milk)
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
Salt to taste
Vietnamese fish sauce to taste
1/8 red pepper, sliced
1/8 green pepper, sliced
1 bunch pea sprouts
2 shallots, sliced
1/4 to 1/3 cooked chicken breast, sliced
Green onions, sliced, for garnish
Bring oats and water to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-high and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated. Toss in curry powder, salt, and fish sauce and mix. Add veggies and chicken and remove from heat. Garnish with green onions.
Oatmeal with Bacon, Cheddar, and a Fried Egg
"This oat dish is similar to creamy polenta," says An Edible Mosaic's Faith. "Turkey bacon adds smokiness, onion deepens the flavor, adding both a touch of natural sweetness as well as savory notes, and sharp cheddar adds complexity. A fried egg with runny yolk is the perfect topper."
Serves: 1
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 slices turkey bacon, diced
1/2 small onion, diced
1/3 cup rolled oats
2/3 cup water
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch black pepper, plus more to taste
2 ounces sharp cheddar, diced
1 fried egg
1. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer bacon to a small bowl and set aside.
2. Add onion to oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to turn brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in oats, water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then turn heat to low and simmer until oats are tender, about 5 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in bacon and cheese. Transfer to a bowl and top with fried egg and more black pepper, if desired.
Mediterranean Oatmeal
"The rich, tangy flavors of kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese will bring the sunny Mediterranean to your humble bowl of oatmeal," Marcy Light says.
Serves: 1
1/2 cup oatmeal
1 cup vegetable stock
1 dash dried oregano
Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil or reconstituted), chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1. Combine oatmeal, stock, oregano, and pepper in a saucepan and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a pan over low heat. Add garlic, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes and saute about 3 minutes, until tender.
3. Top oatmeal with vegetable mixture, add feta, and drizzle with remaining oil.
Oatmeal with Tofu
"By adding in unusual ingredients like cilantro, soy sauce, and tofu, oatmeal can be transformed into a bowl of comforting gooey, creamy mess packed with tons of Asian flavors and many good-for-you nutrients," says Stephanie Chung, who posts at A Nutritious Plate.
Serves: 1
3 ounces silken tofu
1/4 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1/4 cup edamame
1/4 cup peas
3/4 cup cooked steel-cut oats
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
1 egg, well beaten
2 tablespoons chopped scallions
Soy sauce to taste (optional)
Add first six ingredients to a small pan over high heat, stirring well and breaking tofu into chunks. Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat to simmer until tofu is heated thoroughly, about 5 minutes. (Add water if mixture gets too thick.) Slowly pour in egg while slowly stirring and bring mixture to a boil again. Remove from heat and stir in scallions. Serve with splash of soy sauce, if desired.
Vegetarian Oatmeal on a Bed of Spinach
"This recipe brings together a lot of my favorite foods, flavors, and textures. I love the combination of sweet and savory, as well as the soft texture of the oats and avocado with the crunchy pepper and juicy pineapple," says Heather Nauta, who shares her recipes on Healthy Vegan Recipes.
Serves: 2 to 3
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons white wine (or vegetable broth)
3 cups sliced mushrooms
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (basil, oregano, marjoram)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup rolled oats
1 1/2 cups water (or vegetable broth)
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
2 cups spinach
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1 avocado, sliced
1. Heat a pot over medium-high heat and cook onions and garlic in wine for 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, lime zest and juice, herbs, paprika, and salt and cook for another 10 minutes, until mushrooms are softened. Add oats, water, and nutritional yeast and stir to combine. Turn heat down to medium-low and let cook for 5 minutes, or until oats are softened and liquid is absorbed.
2. You can either serve this over a bed of fresh spinach and topped with pepper, pineapple, and avocado, or stir spinach, pepper, and pineapple in to cook a little bit and then serve topped with avocado.
Sichuan Oatmeal
"A bowl of oatmeal built from the flavors of my favorite noodle dish, dan dan noodles, this is creamy, spicy, peanutty, and overall very flavorful," Stephanie Chung says.
Serves: 1
2 cups water
1/2 cup bean sprouts
1/2 cup shredded Taiwanese cabbage
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock
3/4 cup cooked steel-cut oats
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili sauce
1/2 tablespoon peanut butter
1/2 tablespoon Chinese sesame paste
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
Sesame oil
1. Bring water to a boil in a pot over high heat. Add bean sprouts and cabbage and simmer on medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot over medium heat, add stock, oatmeal, sprouts, and cabbage. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Meanwhile in a small bowl, mix together chili sauce, peanut butter, and sesame paste. If mixture is too thick to stir well, add a splash of hot water to help paste blend together. Set aside.
4. When oatmeal is heated thoroughly, add sauce and scallions. Stir well and remove from heat. Cover pot and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve drizzled with sesame oil.
Basil Pesto Oats
"These Italian-style savory oats are full of rich flavors like garlic, basil, and tomato. The texture is similar to that of risotto, but the meal comes together much quicker than risotto would," says Fear of Bananas's Stephanie Smith.
Serves: 2
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 link sun-dried tomato and basil chicken sausage, chopped
2 cloves garlic, diced
2 tablespoons fresh basil
1 tablespoon red wine (optional)
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup Coach's Oats
3/4 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons pesto
1 1/4 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/2 cup pickled vegetables (optional)
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add oil, sausage, garlic, and basil and saute for 3 to 5 minutes, until browned. Remove sausage from pan and set aside. Deglaze pan by pouring in wine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add oats, reduce heat to medium, and cook 3 to 5 minutes, until most liquid is absorbed. Mix in tomato sauce and pesto, then add sausage and cheese, mixing well until cheese is melted. Serve topped with pickled vegetables, if desired.
Spinach and Roasted Veggie Oatmeal
"The vegetables and spices transform creamy oatmeal into spicy, nutty dish that reminds me of southern-style grits without the grittiness," says Alex, the blogger behind Spoonful of Sugar Free.
Serves: 1
1 cup water (or broth)
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup chopped spinach
1/4 cup cubed and roasted butternut squash or sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon rosemary (or other spice of choice)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 fried egg (optional)
Boil water with oats in a small saucepan over high heat, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in spinach, then remove from heat. Add squash, spices, and salt and pepper to taste. Top with fried egg, if desired, and serve warm.
Clean-Eating Savory Oatmeal
"This delicious oat dish is super creamy and wonderfully comforting—and guilt-free!" says Tiffany, of The Gracious Pantry.
Serves: 1
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped red onion
4 crimini mushrooms, sliced
1 cup cooked oatmeal
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
Add oil to a non-stick pan over high heat. Once hot, add onions and mushrooms and saute for 3 to 5 minutes, until translucent. Stir in oatmeal and blend well. Once oats are hot enough (about 1 to 2 minutes if oatmeal has been sitting at room temperature or 4 to 6 minutes if it's cold), stir in Parmesan, turn heat off, and allow cheese to melt as you continue stirring. Add salt and pepper to taste.


text:
Ted Williams is reportedly putting the job offers on hold as he heads to rehab.
The golden-voiced homeless man from Ohio turned overnight YouTube star and media darling has decided to seek treatment for drug and alcohol abuse at a private facility, a rep for Dr. Phil McGraw told news outlets on Wednesday.
In a sign of Williams' newfound celebrity, he was convinced to enter rehab after a "lengthy one-on-one conversation" with the TV shrink, People mag reported.
U.S. & World
"If Ted is ever going to get better, he's got to be honest with himself and admit he's addicted to drugs and alcohol," the "Dr. Phil" host said in a statement. "I've told him it's not going to be easy and it's going to take a lot of hard work."
Williams shot to fame last week after a photographer for The Columbus Dispatch filmed a video of Williams showing off his pitch-perfect radio voice while panhandling on the side of a road.
The video went viral on YouTube and soon Williams was fielding job offers from the Cleveland Cavaliers and Kraft, among others. After being flown to New York as part of a media junket, NBC and CBS struck a deal to film his emotional reunion with his estranged mother. While in New York he reportedly taped spots for MSNBC and a Kraft Macaroni and Cheese commercial.
Williams said in interviews he'd turned to theft, robbery and forgery to finance his drug habit, but had since found God and was two years sober.
After being briefly detained Monday in Los Angeles for getting into a heated argument with one of his adult daughters, Williams and members of his family discussed the incident on "Dr. Phil," for an episode set to air Thursday, Reuters reported.
Williams' family reportedly revealed on the show that despite Williams' sober claims he has continued to drink daily.
McGraw said in his statement that rehab "might be a long journey" for Williams, "but this is a step in the right direction."

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Determine if the following statements are true or false. The correct answers appear below.
1. You don't need to wash fruits or vegetables if you don't eat the skin or peel.
2. The recommended keep time for fresh raw chicken is only a day or two in the refrigerator.
3. It's OK to store eggs in the door of the fridge for easy access.
4. You can eat products after their "sell by" date.
1. False. Germs on the skin or peel can spread to the inside of the fruit or vegetable when you cut or peel it.
2. True. While raw chicken will only last a day or two in the fridge, it will keep in the freezer indefinitely.
3. False. Store products like eggs on a shelf in the fridge where it's colder, not the door.
4. True. Food may taste best when purchased before this date, but you can safely consume it afterward. However, never eat food after its "expired by" date.


text:
TRENTON - Though the prosecution's key witness finished her testimony two days ago, much of the defense testimony Thursday in the federal corruption trial of Hamilton Mayor John Bencivengo still concentrated on Marliese Ljuba.
Retired FBI Agent William Monks talked about Ljuba, and - after a brief trip into the specifics of municipal law in former township administrator William Guhl's testimony - Bencivengo's friend Deanna Nelson talked some more about Ljuba as testimony came to an end after three days.
The trial will not convene today and closing arguments are scheduled for Monday.
Bencivengo's attorney, Jerome Ballarotto set out with his three witnesses to show a different picture of Ljuba from the prosecution. He has said Ljuba, a 'dear friend and political ally' of Bencivengo, lent him money while he was in need and turned to cooperate with the FBI when she saw she was in trouble. But Bencivengo himself did not take the stand in the face of charges he took $12,400 in bribes in exchange for his influence with the local school board.
Nelson said Bencivengo is a 'best friend of mine - strictly platonic - very tight friend,' who she had known since 2008. She said she met Ljuba several months later and she would 'see them together all the time.'
Nelson on Ljuba: 'They would walk hand in hand, arm in arm wherever they went...She was always all over him.'
Nelson said she helped take care of Bencivengo after his shoulder surgery last May. Ljuba drove him to the surgery and picked him up afterward. Nelson said she also picked up Bencivengo's medications and made sure he took them.
Ljuba stayed at Bencivengo's apartment for two nights after the surgery and Nelson stayed for another two nights. Nelson described how Ljuba took care of Bencivengo.
'She (Ljuba) was very caring, she bandaged him,' she said.
Monks also testified about his experience with Ljuba; specifically his first interview with her in June 2011. In their initial interview, she told Monks she gave Bencivengo $5,000 in May through a check, but did not say why.
'I noticed she (Ljuba) had become increasingly alarmed and fearful on her part of the implications of what she had done under the law,' he said. 'I did not specifically ask that(about official action), nor did she volunteer it.'
When questioned by Assistant U.S. Attorney Dustin Chao, she said to Monks she gave him the money so Bencivengo would influence Board Member Stephanie Pratico in a second conversation the next day, when she agreed to cooperate with the FBI.
'She seemed more resolute that day,' he said.
Monks also said Ljuba told Bencivengo to check the legality of the check with Hamilton Township Attorney Lindsay Burbage, which differed from the testimony Ljuba gave in court.
'She asked him to check with Burbage,' he said. 'She wanted to have an assurance that she would not be exposed.'
Prosecutors have advanced the argument that Ljuba, who testified she set up a network of bribes and political influence in Hamilton and Robbinsville, wanted to use Bencivengo's influence keep lucrative health insurance brokerage with Hamilton Township School District for her employer, Allen Associates. Ljuba said on the stand she paid Bencivengo to influence two school board members in particular; Board President Patty Del Giudice and Pratico.
But Ballarotto has said the mayor does not have any official influence over the school board, any official position with the board or any say over its actions. Guhl said the mayor does not have say in the actions of the school board.
'The mayor does not have any role in the elected form (of the school board in Hamilton,)' he said.
Guhl served as the township manager in Lawrence for 14 years, as an assistant state treasurer under Gov. Tom Kean and Mercer County Administrator under Bill Mathesius. He also advised Trenton Mayor Tony Mack's campaign on its transition into office after Mack's election in 2010.
Guhl made the point that, even in the case where a budget is rejected by voters, the mayor cannot veto that council resolution. He also said that shared services agreements - such as sharing snow plows - are common in Mercer County and throughout the state do not change Bencivengo's official standing with the board.
In cross-examination, Chao asked questions about the political nature of the business administrator post and any sway the administration could have over the town council.
Chao quoted from the municipal code, which said 'From time to time make such recommendations for action by the council as he may deem to be in the public interest,' as an example of where the mayor may have a say in council activities.
Guhl, though, said the mayor has no more say on council resolutions than any other member of the public. Resolutions differ from ordinances, which can be vetoed by the mayor.
It is uncertain how much of an effect Guhl's testimony will have on the case, as during the judge's instructions to the jury, she said the government did not have the ability to affect the Board of Education, only the reception of payment in return for promise of official action.
With both sides finished, the case seems to hinge on Marliese Ljuba's testimony, her relationship with Bencivengo and her cooperation with the FBI. After reading her charge to the jury, District Judge Anne Thompson dismissed the court for the day.
Thursday afternoon, Bencivengo made his only statement on the court record of his trial.
'Do you wish to take the witness stand and testify?' Thompson said.
'I do not, your honor,' he said.
Thompson said that Bencivengo's decision not to testify did not imply guilt on his part, nor did the guilty plea of admitted middleman in the case, former Board Member and Director of Community Planning and Compliance for Hamilton, Rob Warney.


text:
Predsidential candidate Dana Rosemary Scallon has been the latest target in the dirtiest presidential campaign in the history of the Republic.
Sinn Fein's Martin McGuinness' former leadership of the IRA constantly being cast against him by opponents, now, a bitter rift in Scallon's family has been exposed over her U.S. citizenship which was previously unknown to the Irish electorate.
The row exploded towards the end of last week when court evidence from Iowa of her sister Susan Stein became public knowledge in Ireland.
Stein claimed in her evidence that Scallon was already a U.S. citizen before she first contested the 1997 presidency which was won by Mary McAleese.
Stein made her comments during a bitter court dispute over the ownership of some of Scallon's religious recordings, although she acknowledged last weekend that her sister could have been in the process of applying for citizenship in 1997.
There was consternation last week in the Scallon camp when the dispute was revealed. She said she didn't become a U.S. citizen until October 8, 1999.
She also said she thought it was a new low to bring a family disagreement before the public.
"This was a personal family matter and it's being used by the media in order to paint me as a person who lies. I do not lie. I always told the truth," she said.
"I believe that my integrity would stay intact. There's not one family who hasn't had difficulties, and we worked our way through it."
My choice for president of Ireland is ...
President elect Michael D Higgins smoked weed at Indiana University
Debating with the stars - candidates for president put to the test
She said she applied for U.S. citizenship because her husband was working in the U.S. and she did so in order for the family to remain there legally.
Scallon, known by her stage name Dana, came third behind the Fianna Fail and Fine Gael candidates in 1997, but she has dropped to the bottom of the seven candidates in opinion polls this campaign.
Businessman Sean Gallagher rocketed up the opinion poll ladder as an independent in the last 10 days to reach second place behind Labor's Michael D. Higgins.
This week Martin McGuinness was confronted in Athlone by David Kelly, son of a soldier killed along with Garda (police officer) Gary Sheehan when businessman Don Tidey was rescued from IRA captivity in woods in Co. Leitrim in December 1983.
Kelly said he wanted justice for his father, Private Patrick Kelly, and he demanded that McGuinness should name the killers.
McGuinness denied any knowledge of the individuals involved, or of being on the IRA Army council at the time.
The two other candidates among the seven in the field are Fine Gael's Gay Mitchell and Special Olympics boss Mary Davis who is running as an independent.


text:
communicate with (one)(redirected from communicate with us)
communicate with (one)
1. To talk to one. Well, if you didn't communicate with him, how was he supposed to know what you needed?
2. To convey a message to and be understood by another person. Even though they've been married for years, they still sometimes have a hard time communicating with each other.
See also: communicate
communicate with someone
1. Lit. to correspond or talk with a person. I have to communicate with Wally first. As soon as I have communicated with Fred, I can give you an answer.
2. Fig. to make oneself understood with a person. (Often used with a negative.) I just don't seem to communicate with Sam, no matter what I do. We just can't seem to communicate with each other.
See also: communicate


text:
Australian McDonald's outlets are attempting to frame their businesses as being on the cutting edge of the farm-t0-table movement — at least when it comes to providing diners with instant information on the origins of everything from the beef to the lettuce in their Big Macs.
TrackMyMacca's — which refers to Macca's, the Australian nickname for McDonald's — is a free app that lets people use their iPhones to scan barcodes on specially-packaged products served at the chain to find out where the food originally came from. It also profiles some of the farmers, fisherman and bakers who provide the ingredients. In a slightly creepy twist, the app records the location of the customer scanning the barcode and records the time and date when she did so. (The chain claims to need this information in order to pinpoint exactly where the ingredients came from.) Here's a sample:
Why the sudden interest in telling people when the pickles were brined? A promotional video explains: "Most people like the taste of McDonald's, but there's still some confusion about just how real our food is." In other words, those chicken McNuggets (which are actually only 50% chicken) still seem like Frankenfood to a lot of people. That could also explain the folksy bios of suppliers like Graeme Acton, the multimillionaire CEO of Acton Land and Cattle Company, who looks like a regular guy in this still image from the promo video:
The app currently tracks just the Big Mac, McChicken burger, Filet-O-Fish, Chicken McNuggets and fries. And while the fast food chain is certainly making an attempt to improve transparency, the concept is all too reminiscent of Portlandia's sketch on local organic chicken. But sorry Portlanders, only Aussies get to test out the promotion, which is available for iPhone and iPad users until June 30, 2013. You can watch the full video explaining the app below.
MORE: McDonald's Adding Calorie Counts To Menus, Drive-Thrus


text:
Mentoring program helps at-risk teens
Omaha police launched a new teen mentoring program hoping to make a new community connection.
The O.K. Program will work directly with the Omaha Police Department, schools, businesses and churches to keep African-American teens on the right path.
According to the program's founder, Donald Northcross, the O.K. Program will target those who need it most.
"We're going to recruit African-American men to take responsibility to work with an African-American police officer to mentor black boys," Northcross said.
"(A Program) that keeps them in school, that keeps them on a course to be great young adults," said Mayor Jim Suttle.
Northcross started the program in California in 1990. It spanned across six states helping thousands of kids stay off the streets.
"We're going to do that in Omaha, Neb., because we're going to recruit them. We'll go after them, and we'll get them involved. If we do that, and you'll see a change in our young men," he said.
Rodney Henderson is one of two police officers who just completed training to become a mentor with the O.K. Program. He has been a police officer for nine years. Since 2007, he's worked directly with Omaha students.
"(The program will) allow us to do what we have been trained to do. Allow us to help you become a better person," Henderson said. "I want to see it succeed, and I want to see people be changed."
There will be an informational session about the O.K. Program at Omaha North High School Saturday at 10 a.m. It is open to the public.
You can hear more about the mentoring program this Sunday on KETV NewsWatch 7's Chronicle at 10 a.m.


text:
Supports AIX, Linux, and Linux on System z with simplified administration over an intranet or the internet.
Features a sophisticated programming interface that supports a wide range of application programming interfaces (APIs).
Enables applications to run over multiple network protocols by acting as a multiprotocol gateway.
Offers secure, robust Telnet and Remote API networking environments.
Includes support for mobile and dynamic connectivity requirements for SNA applications.
Enhances business flexibility by extending existing host applications to the internet.


text:
Johnny Yong Bosch
To contact/follow Johnny Yong Bosch
Address for an autograph *Johnny Yong Bosch
P.O. Box 4943
West Hills, CA 91304
* We don't guarantee that the address indicated is always valid, nor that the actor or actress will respond to your request
How to meet Johnny Yong Bosch?
The last events
- Jul 10th 2020
- Cape Comic Con (2020)
- Multi-Fandom
- May 30th 2020
- Nashville Comicon 2020
- Multi-Fandom
- Feb 21st 2020
- Amazing Comic Con Aloha (2020)
- Multi-Fandom
- Jan 3rd 2020
- SacAnime 2020
- Multi-Fandom
Upcoming events
- Feb 26th 2021
- Pensacon 2021
- Multi-Fandom
- Mar 5th 2021
- Rangerstop & Pop Comic Con (2021)
- Multi-Fandom
Conventions FAQ
What's a TV show / movie convention ?
A convention is an event that usually takes place during two or three days and is dedicated to one or more anime, TV show(s), comics or movie(s).
Organized mainly by fans associations, conventions give fans the opportunity to participate in Q&A with the actors, take pictures with them, get autographs or spend a moment with them during a Meet & Greet.
A TV show, anime, comics or movie convention, is also the opportunity to participate to many activities during the event : quizz, lottery, karaoke... while meeting new people.
They also allow fans to chat with one another about a same center of interest and to return home with a lot of unforgettable memories.
How to participate in a convention ?
To participate to a convention, it's mandatory to get a pass on the ticketing of the organization in charge of the event.
It is important to remember that without a pass, you will not have access to the convention. If you purchased extras without this precious pass, you are not going to be able to use them and you will lose money unnecessarily.


text:
Flight & car pp
Max. Occupancy 7
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Distance to resort 10 minute drive
Distance to beach 10 minute drive
Pool Size 9m x 3.5m (depth: 0.5 - 1.80m)
HOLIDAYS WITH FLIGHTS: Please click the tab below that corresponds to the no. of persons in your party for per person prices including flights & car hire or transfers as specified.
VILLA ONLY PRICE: If this property offers a 'Villa Only' option, please click on the Villa Only tab below. No 'Villa Only' tab means this property can only be booked as part of a package.
You can travel to this property from:
Flight supplements may apply
Children aged 2-11 years are eligible for concessions of between 5%-25% of the holiday price. This is offered at most of the self-catering properties depending on departure dates. High season dates are excluded.
There is a charge of £75 per infant (under 2 years) on all holidays. Cots and high chairs are provided free of charge in self-catering properties.
|Villa Only Price
Departures from London
Prices displayed are per person based on maximum occupancy of the property when flights & car hire or transfers are included (except for Special Offers). Accommodation only prices are per property. All properties can be sold for less than maximum occupancy - contact us for prices. Price display does not guarantee property availability, as this website does not have a live search facility.
Tour operator ATOL number: 5858


text:
New York City Valentine's Day dining
Valentine's Day is a high-risk, high-reward proposition in a restaurant: If things go wrong, love can falter, but a successful dinner creates oceans of goodwill. So diners should choose carefully from among the many special menus that are being offered in New York City establishments on Feb. 14; some of the most reliable options are below.
ARLINGTON CLUB Just opened to glowing reviews, this Upper East Side establishment focuses on steak. So for the three-course, $90 special menu, the Parmesan-crusted filet mignon and "beef duo" (wagyu steak and short ribs) are probably the best bets. You'll find your eyes drifting from your sweetie to the attractive two-level dining room, with a barrel-vaulted ceiling; the bar scene downstairs is already a bustling neighborhood staple.
WHERE 1032 Lexington Ave.
INFO 212-249-5700, arlingtonclubny.com
ALDEA Portuguese-born chef George Mendes has been creating fireworks in the kitchen here, and the super-sleek dining room feels like Zurich or London. For V-Day, diners can enjoy a three-course prix-fixe ($85) or six-course chef's tasting menu of his modern Iberian food ($110). Couples can canoodle in booths or sit ringside at the chef's counter to watch the staff craft the meal.
WHERE 31 W. 17 St.
INFO 212-675-7223, aldearestaurant.com
RESTAURANT MARC FORGIONE No one can accuse this TriBeCa restaurant of half-measures -- the special seven-course Aphrodisiac Tasting Menu ($125) covers all the bases. Uni is included in the Spanish mullet recipe for its ability to stimulate dopamine in the brain; pomegranate garnishes the foie gras ravioli soup because it was considered the culinary symbol of Aphrodite, goddess of love. If this dinner doesn't light a spark, nothing will.
WHERE 134 Reade St.
INFO 212-941-9401, marcforgione.com
ISA This creative Williamsburg restaurant is extending Valentine's Day by a couple of nights. On the 12th, it's a $40 dinner-and-a-movie night, with a screening of "Wild at Heart" at 8 p.m. On the 13th, it's free slow-jams dance with a DJ starting at 9:30 p.m. And for the holiday itself, some special menu items are on offer at dinner, including a whole fish for two, $40.
WHERE 348 Wythe Ave., Brooklyn
INFO 347-689-3594, isa.gg
PORK SLOPE Singles deserve to have fun on this holiday, and sometimes gathering a bunch of them in a room leads Cupid's arrow to fly. This uber-popular Park Slope bar has a simple recipe for the night: no cover plus a DJ. Ladies get their first drink free. The regular menu items, such as a $7 Porky Melt, are on offer, as is the aptly named beer-and-shot special, The Slippery Slope.
WHERE 247 Fifth Ave., Brooklyn
INFO 718-768-7675, porkslopebrooklyn.com


text:
World of Magic
Posted on by awesomeart
World of Magic by artspirit on Polyvore
Author: awesomeart
Born in Tulancingo, Hidalgo (a town near Mexico City) Griselda began her formal training under the guidance of her mother, Kasandra Martell. Her brother, Arturo Tello, is also a gifted artist. Griselda's art represents over 40 years of painting and teaching experience. The moments she captures on canvas convey the magical time of day when objects are most apparent and evoke a sense of peace and being transported into a place of gentle beauty. Griselda is an avid student of sacred art and mystical traditions; from these themes she finds inspiration for her paintings and soft sculptures. Paintings and other works of art in this site are my own originals. All rights reserved © 2014 View All Posts


text:
Movado Watches are a statement of outstanding boldness. The name – in Esperanto - means 'always in motion'. They are timeless, inspired and distinguished by their acclaimed dial designs. Be it the Movado Mens Watches or the Movado Watches For Women, they are the first class examples of excellent craftsmanship paired with stunning designs.
Not just the Movado Ladies Watches, even Mens Movado Watches are lightweight and therefore; wear comfortable on the wrist. Their vast range of creative and artistic designs helped them establish a large number of timekeeping milestones; a fine example of the same would be the Polyplan curved Movado Watches For Men that fitted around the curves of the wrist. Movado is also the first brand that created the self-winding automatic movement with a proper calendar (month/day/date display) and their greatest creation so far has been the Museum - a design that's highly innovative and perhaps the brand's most significant. Movado Watches, from this point, earned the honour of being the creators of an icon of modernism! Even the comparatively Cheap Movado Watches represent a harmony between upper-class watch technologies that gel perfectly with great business sense and a great sense of art.
As for the Mavado Womens Watches, they are always beautiful and always authentic in their designs. Movado's advanced technology allowed it to design the 8 Ligne watches (1 mm = 0.443296 ligne; a Swiss measurement standard) as early as in 1910 and helped the brand achieve one award after another from expositions at Paris, Brussels and Liege later on.
We are proud to bring the Movado Watches For Sale. These Discount Movado Watches showcase the brilliant creativity of the brand in rounds and rectangles; if an authentic artistic style is what you prefer that doesn't cost a fortune, look no further than the Movado Watches.
Orient Star Elegant Classic Automatic Power Reserve SEL09001W EL09001W Men's Watch
Add to Cart
Seiko 5 Sports Automatic SNZG11 SNZG11K1 SNZG11K Men's Watch
Add to Cart
Seiko 5 Military Automatic Sports SNZG09 SNZG09K1 SNZG09K Men's Watch
Add to Cart
Timex Weekender Fairfield Indiglo Quartz TW2P98400 Unisex Watch
Add to Cart


text:
Visegrad Group(redirected from Vyshegrad Group)
Visegrad Group
An informal grouping consisting of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. Leaders meet to discuss common issues. The group administers a scholarship fund and a working group on energy policy. It was established in 1991 following the end of the Cold War.


text:
Welcome to Communication Skills Guide
Owen D W Hargie Communication Skills Article
For a permanent link to this article, or to bookmark it for further reading, click here.
Improve Your Childs Communication Skills With Kids Karatefrom: Courtney Farr - Guest Author
There are so many benefits of kids karate for your child, one of them being improved communication skills.
You may think that your child doesn't have a problem with communication because if they are like most children they tend to talk your ears off. However many children do not know how to effectively communicate with adults. If you are interested in helping to improve your childs communication skills you may want to go ahead and sign them up for some Manhattan kids karate.
One of the main communication benefits from kids karate for your child is the ability to focus. During karate classes your child will learn ways to relax and concentrate that will help them begin to learn how to focus. In order to understand the movements of karate and how to correctly perform each movement, your child will be forced to learn how to focus.
You will see great changes in your child and their ability to stay on task once they have begun taking karate!
Your child will also gain knowledge of how to listen, although it may be that your child is already a good listener. Let me tell you that even if they are already a good listener they will benefit from taking Manhattan kid's karate lessons. During a typical karate class the action will be so fast passed, that your child will have to pay close attention in order to not be left behind.
Since children are well praised in karate class for improvements they show, they will want to be sure to learn perfect listening skills in order to get that praise.
Karate instructors will demand respect and courtesy from your child. This demand of respect will teach your child how to talk to adults in a respectful manner. Your child will get used to talking to and interacting with their karate instructor in such a way that will spill over into their other adult relationships.
It may surprise you the first time your child addresses adults with yes ma'am, or yes sir, but it will likely be a great improvement from their current communication skills, and one that you will be happy for them to have learned.
Your child will also learn how to communicate with body language during their karate lessons. When they are sparring with their friends during class they will begin to pick up on non-verbal clues that will help them to know what to expect next.
Once they become use to knowing others body language and how to interpret, they will begin to be able to communicate better with others. This will be a great skill for the young boys to learn, so that they can pick up on the non-verbal clues girls give!
About the Author
Courtney Farr is a marketing consultant for TIGER SCHULMANN'S NY, NY MMA and kickboxing school. For more information visit


text:
The Current One wrote:Martin reminds me of Lidstrom. Similar style, build, etc. The only difference is, Lidstrom knew how to play defense, and Martin doesn't. The reason he was "successful" in NJ was their trapping, clutch-and-grab style. With the Pens he has been exposed for what he is: a soft defenseman that cannot defend one on one, and is easily pushed around in front of the net.
Now, when you say Lidstrom...do you mean, not Lidstrom?


text:
Poison: Concurrent Termination
All programs must come to an end. At some point, a program will need to terminate, either because it has finished its task, or because the user has told it to terminate — or perhaps because the program has encountered an unrecoverable error. Especially in the latter two cases (where the termination is unanticipated), the program may have files or sockets open and so we need to terminate it gracefully, tidying up all such externalities.
In Haskell, we differentiate between pure computations, and side-effecting computations. Pure computations, used by many parallel mechanisms, can be terminated at any time without needing to tidy up — or rather, all that needs tidying up is immediately apparent to the run-time. Side-effecting computations, which are used with concurrency mechanisms such as MVars, STM and our own CHP, need extra code to deal with termination.
Sequential imperative programs often deal with this via exception handlers — the termination becomes an exception that unwinds the call stack, tidying up all current work (call-stack entries) until it reaches the top of the program. Haskell's error monads can provide similar functionality.
Concurrency introduces two issues that can make termination much more difficult. Firstly, there is the issue of notifying all concurrent threads about the termination. The termination usually originates in one concurrent thread — the thread that handled the user request, the thread that encountered the error, or the thread that was collecting the results of the work being done. This thread needs to tell all the other concurrent threads in the system that it is time to terminate — bearing in mind that the other threads might be busy doing something else (e.g. computation, reading from a file, waiting to communicate with other threads, and so on). Secondly, there is the problem that the program no longer consists of a single call stack that can be unwound. It instead consists of lots of different call stacks.
Haskell now has asynchronous exceptions, which can be used for terminating a concurrent system. Asynchronous exceptions are quite a neat idea, but they do require thought over the use of block and unblock to get the right semantics, as well as it being a little overwhelming as to when exceptions might occur (i.e. at any time!). Asynchronous exceptions also introduce a book-keeping problem: which thread is responsible for throwing to which thread? You could keep a registry of threads and make any thread wishing to terminate throw to all of them (a machine-gun approach to terminating the system), but then you may end up with race hazards if new threads are created by a still-running thread while you are attempting to kill off all the threads and so on. Furthermore, some threads may only be able to tidy up once their children threads have tidied up — for example, a thread may have initialised an external library and spawned children to work with the library, but may need to call a finalising function in the external library once all the children have tidied up — and not before.
CHP introduces poison as a way to terminate concurrent systems. The idea is that the communication/synchronisation network in your program already provides a way to link your program together. Using the channels to send termination messages is an approach fraught with race hazards (see the classic paper on the matter, although poison improves on the solution offered there) — poison is not about sending messages. In CHP you can poison a channel, barrier and clock (I'll talk about channels here, but it applies equally to barriers and clocks) . This sets the channel into a poisoned state. Forever after, any attempt to use that channel will cause a poison exception to be thrown in the thread that made the attempt. If a process is waiting on a channel when the other end is poisoned, the waiting process is woken and the exception is thrown. Thus poison is really a system of synchronous exceptions, that can occur only when you attempt to communicate on a channel. This notifies your immediate neighbours (i.e. those with whom you share a channel) that they should tidy up and terminate. The key is that on discovering the poison, a process should poison all its channels (repeated poisonings of the same channel are benign, and will not throw a poison exception), thus spreading the poison around the network.
An example is shown in a sequence of diagrams below. The network begins unpoisoned (1), with boxes for processes and arrows for channels connecting them. The mid-bottom process introduces poison into its channels and terminates (2) — poisoned channels are shown green, and terminated processes with a red cross. Any process that notices the poison on any of its channels terminates and poisons its other channels (3,4) until the whole network has terminated (5). The poison may not happen to spread in such a lock-step fashion as shown here, but the ordering of termination using poison does not matter.
Poison should not deadlock a process network, because the ordering of poison does not matter, and once all the channels are poisoned, there is nothing further that a process can wait on without being woken up. There are some tricky corner cases with poison, but I will discuss those in another post. To show how poison is used in the code, I will use my recent prime number sieve example. Here was the code before:
import Control.Concurrent.CHP import Control.Concurrent.CHP.Utils import Control.Monad filterDiv :: Integer -> Chanin Integer -> Chanout Integer -> CHP () filterDiv n input output = forever $ do x <- readChannel input when (x `mod` n /= 0) $ writeChannel output x end :: Chanin Integer -> Chanout Integer -> CHP () end input output = do x <- readChannel input writeChannel output x (filterDiv x |->| end) input output genStream :: Chanout Integer -> CHP () genStream output = mapM_ (writeChannel output) [2..] primes :: Chanout Integer -> CHP () primes = genStream ->| end main :: IO () main = runCHP_ $ do c <- oneToOneChannel primes (writer c) <||> (forever $ readChannel (reader c) >>= (liftIO . putStrLn . show))
This is a complete example program that runs forever spitting out primes. Let's imagine that we want to stop the program after a time — for example, we may want only the first 100 primes. First, we must add a poison handler to each process. The filterDiv process shows the typical poison handler:
filterDiv :: Integer -> Chanin Integer -> Chanout Integer -> CHP () filterDiv n input output = (forever $ do x <- readChannel input when (x `mod` n /= 0) $ writeChannel output x ) `onPoisonRethrow` (poison input >> poison output)
That's usually all that is involved — tacking an onPoisonRethrow block on the end that poisons all the channels that the filterDiv process is aware of. Here, the onPoisonRethrow block can either be outside the forever (which is broken out of by the poison exception) or inside the forever (rethrowing the poison exception would similarly break out of the forever). Our end process is more interesting, as it contains a parallel composition (via the |->| operator). These are the rules for parallel composition:
A parallel composition returns once all of its children have terminated (successfully, or through poison). Once they are all terminated, if any of them terminated because of poison, a poison exception is also thrown in the parent process.
So, back to our end process. There are two ways we could add a poison handler. This is the simple way, tacking on a poison handler as before:
end :: Chanin Integer -> Chanout Integer -> CHP () end input output = (do x <- readChannel input writeChannel output x (filterDiv x |->| end) input output ) `onPoisonRethrow` (poison input >> poison output)
This will give the correct effect; if any poison is encountered during the input or output on the first line of the do block, the handler will poison both channels. If any poison is discovered in the filterDiv or end sub-processes, the channels will similarly be poisoned. However, if any poison is discovered in the filterDiv or end sub-processes, they will already have poisoned the input and output channels. Again, this multiple poisoning is harmless.
We do not need to add handlers to genStream or primes; genStream only has one channel, so if poison is encountered there, all of its (one) channels must already be poisoned, and primes is merely a parallel composition of two processes that will deal with any poison encountered. So our final change is to main, to shut the program down after 100 primes have come out:
main :: IO () main = runCHP_ $ do c <- oneToOneChannel primes (writer c) <||> (do replicateM_ 100 $ readChannel (reader c) >>= (liftIO . putStrLn . show) poison (reader c))
That poison command is what introduces poison into our pipeline. Thereafter, our poison handlers will take care of spreading the poison all the way along the pipeline and shutting down our whole process network without fear of deadlock. So primes exits from being poisoned, our prime-printing mini-process exits successfully, and thus the parallel composition (and hence runCHP_) also exits with poison. This is quite typical of a CHP program, and is not (necessarily) indicative of a failure.
Poison is a fitting way to terminate CHP programs, and poison handlers are fairly simple to write. It is a good idea to add them to all your CHP programs, but since they are very formulaic I will often leave them out of my blog examples so that they don't get in the way of what I'm trying to explain.
September 30, 2009 at 8:11 pm
It says wordpress, but this is very unlike the typical blog content. In a good way, though I cant tell apart a poisoned channel from a channel that has an open/close status.
October 1, 2009 at 9:16 am
sheesh. ever heard of erlang? 😉
October 1, 2009 at 6:10 pm
October 2, 2009 at 12:13 pm
November 20, 2009 at 12:54 pm
May 31, 2011 at 11:06 am


text:
About Us
Exmoor Teddy Bears is a well established family run business based in Minehead, West Somerset. It first appeared in Dunster (a medieval village two miles from Minehead) in 1993 operating out of the lovely Spears Cross Hotel. After establishing itself as a quality business appealing to collectors, the time was right to move into new premises and that was achieved a couple of years later with a move to a shop unit on The Steep in Dunster. Here the business was to flourish not only with the support of many collectors but also by offering high quality plush toys purchased by many visitors to the area. A strong local trade was also appearing as the business became very well known in the area; in addition mail order was also becoming a very important part of the success story. Our first secure trading website was also created in late 2003 and was replaced entirely in 2015 with the development of our new website that you are reading this from. The connection with Dunster was to continue until 2006 when the Dunster store closed for good and all business was transferred into the Minehead store that had been opened in 2004. The Minehead store offered much more space and a fantastic location on the main avenue. Over the years the business has also trialled stores in Exeter and Bridgwater but now trades solely from the Minehead location. During the spring of 2008 the business moved its Minehead store by just 2 doors to the current location at 58b The Avenue, a move that provided a very prominent shop site that is the first retail shop people come across if walking up the main Avenue from the sea front. This is where you can still find Exmoor Teddy Bears and hopefully will for many years to come.
The ownership of the business has only ever changed once and the present owner Martin Kane has been with the business since 2003 when it was purchased by him from the original owner who started it all in 1993. Martin's wife, Elizabeth, returned to the business after a six month absence due to maternity leave in early 2007. During early 2018 Elizabeth took over much of the day to day running of the business whilst Martin was appointed as the full time Retail Manager for the National Trust at Dunster Castle, although he still retained ownership of Exmoor Teddy Bears during his time there. Martin left the National Trust and returned to his previous role at Exmoor Teddy Bears in early 2019. Martin and Elizabeth Kane now live in Minehead and have a lovely daughter, Theoni. The Exmoor Teddy Bears team currently consists of Martin, his wife Liz and staff members Coral, Charlotte & Fiona.
Martin comments, our love of this business is total, it is a wonderful environment where we get to meet lots of lovely people and also the most fabulous teddy bears and soft toys. We pride ourselves on quality and only stock recognised brands that are renowned for being leaders in their field. Our ranges include Charlie Bears, Steiff (club store), Ty, Me to You, Hermann Teddy Original (club store), Keel Toys, Merrythought, Rainbow Designs and many others. Minehead is a fantastic place which gives us a great quality of life as a family and to have a successful business on the main avenue is a great bonus. The fact that the business sells Teddy Bears is just amazing since we love every minute of it especially as we are collectors ourselves. We love to put our enthusiasm both for Minehead and teddy bears into the business and always strive to 'delight' our lovely and much valued customers. We have many customers who come to us time and time again as well as our Gold Club members who have swollen in numbers massively over the years to become a terrific support to us. Of course we love to meet new people as well, the shop gives us the chance to meet people from all over the world who come to visit Minehead and pop in to see us.
If you are reading this then you have visited our website and we sincerely thank you for clicking on exmoorteddybears.com. Whether you choose to buy or not the fact you have come across our lovely business makes us grateful. I hope this page gives you some background to the history and passion that lives within the business that is Exmoor Teddy Bears.
Martin & Liz Kane


text:
East Africa Hotels and Beach Resorts
Tanzania Hotels & Resorts
Hyatt Regency Kilimanjaro
Lazy Lagoon Island
Lupita Island Resort
Ras Kutani Beach Lodge
White Sands Hotel
Zanzibar Resorts Hotels
Matemwe Lodge and Retreat
Melia Zanzibar
Breezes Beach Club
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Mnemba Island Lodge
Beyt Al Salaam
Protea Hotel Mbweni Ruins
Kholle House
Chapwani Private Island
Sultan Palace Hotel
Kenya Coast Accommodation
AfroChic Diani
Alfajiri Cliff Villa
Voyager Beach Resort
Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa
Manda Bay Island Resort
Kipungani Explorer
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort
Kenya City Hotels
Giraffe Manor
Sarova Panafric Hotel
Stanley Hotel
Kenya Lake Hotels
Great Rift Valley Lodge
Mfangano Island Camp
Vacation Packages
5 Day
Spice Island Holidays
14 Day
Timeless East Africa
7 Day
Balloon Safari Package
6 Day
Zanzibar Adventure
6 Day
Romantic Honeymoon
8 Day
East Africa Journey
8 Day
Wildlife Migration
9 Day
Superb East Africa Safari
11 Day
Africa Romance
11 Day
Tanzania Bush and Beach
14 Day
East Africa Island Adventure
15 Day
Tanzania Safari Adventure
19 Day
Taste of Africa Safari
Enquiry for Chumbe Island Coral Park Castaway Conservation
Make an Enquiry
Enquire About:
Chumbe Island
Full Name:
Retype Email:
I would like a detailed offer
Please contact me telephonically
I have read, understood and accepted the
Terms and Conditions
All accommodation is subject to availability
All last minute reservations (less then 31 days prior to arrival date) are payable within 48 hours after receiving a confirmed provisional reservation via e-mail.
As accommodation availability changes from day to day all enquiries about general availability are subject to change without notice. Accommodation availability is only guaranteed once you receive a provisional reservation confirmation. In order to secure your reservation full pre-payment is required.
Enquiries / Questions
Zanzibar is an archipelago made up of Zanzibar and Pemba Islands, and several islets. It is located in the Indian Ocean, about 25 miles from the Tanzanian coast, and 6° south of the equator.
Zanzibar Weather
Zanzibar is very tropical with warm weather for most of the year. The hottest month is February, when the temperature averages 29°C (84°F). Winter in the Southern Hemisphere tropics (June to August), is cooler at a very pleasant 21°C (70°F).
Zanzibar Travel Guide
About Zanzibar
Spice Up Your Life
Zanzibar Cuisine
Hotels on Zanzibar
Getting Around
Attractions and Entertainment
Chumbe Island
Ocean Crossroads
Architecture of Time
Pleasure Island
The Moon and the Music
Speciality Accommodation
Travel Healthy
Reasons to Visit Zanzibar
Tanzania Coast Travel Guide
Into Tanzania
Family Travel
Best Time to Travel
East Africa Safari
Kenya Coast Travel Guide
Kenya South Coast
Kenya North Coast
Lamu Island
Toggle navigation
Contact Us
Kenya Coast
Tanzania Coast
Safari & Beach
East Africa Hotels and Beach Resorts : Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar
Customer Support
Tel: +27 21 424 1037
Fax: +27 21 424 1036
Contact by Mail
Business Hours
Mon - Fri. 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday. 08:00 - 12:00
Reservations and Bookings
Booking Conditions
Visa and Passport
About Siyabona Africa (Pty) Ltd
Kenya Safari
Islands of Africa
East Africa Gorilla Safari Treks
©2017 Siyabona Africa (Pty)Ltd -
Private Tours and Safari


text:
High-altitude dust blown thousands of miles across the Pacific from Asian and African deserts can cause it to rain and snow in the Sierra Nevada, new research shows. [The Los Angeles Times]
The Department of Agriculture is expected to approve the opening of a horse slaughtering plant in New Mexico that would allow equine meat for human consumption to be produced in the United States for the first time in six years. [The New York Times].
Energy consumption relative to the nation's gross domestic product will decline steadily over the next three decades, the Energy Information Administration projects. Residential "energy intensity" alone is expected to register a 27 percent decline by 2040 from 2005 levels. [Energy Information Administration]
The deadly bat fungus known as white nose syndrome has spread to Illinois, state officials report. It is the 20th state where bats have been found to be afflicted with the fungus since it was first detected in New York in 2006. [Associated Press]


text:
We are here again after another week and ready for another episode in this series. Today we get to talk about chapter 6 in the book by Alex Kuznetsov (Blog). You can find more on this series by looking here.
Common Problems with Data Integrity
Alex explains to us that SQL server has built-in tools to help maintain the integrity of the data. He quickly lists out three areas that can be useful in maintaining Data Integrity, as well.
- Applications
- Constraints
- Triggers
Data integrity can be enforced from the application. It should be noted that this could be an inefficient method of ensuring the integrity of the data. If you try to do it from the application, be prepared for a little pain.
It is well known that using constraints is the most reliable way to enforce data integrity rules.
Using constraints in the database is helpful and quick. If data does not meet the constraint criteria, we can prevent it from being added. There are different kinds of constraints and one should become familiar with the various constraints. In this section, Alex also demonstrates the differences for the three states of constraints. It is important to understand the state of the constraint to ensure the integrity of the data is at the level your expect.
There is a section devoted to UDFs in this chapter as well. The section is within the Constraints section and should be read.
The chapter is concluded with the discussion on using Triggers for enforcing data integrity. Triggers are suitable in some areas where a constraint would not be suitable for enforcing data integrity. Triggers do have their own problems that should be considered too though. Some of the problems are with how the trigger was coded and some are inherent with the use of triggers. It is well worth learning about these limitations by reading this section as well. Test the samples provided and implement some of the suggestions in your triggers.
Alex concludes this chapter with the following statement:
Data integrity logic in the application layer is too easily bypassed. The only completelyrobust way to ensure data integrity is to use a trusted constraint. Even then, we need totest our constraints, and make sure that they handle nullable columns properly.
We also have a nice set of reminders of what to include in our assumptions to be tested. The short of it, check your constraints and test as many scenarios as necessary based on your assumptions.


text:
The Hordes of Chaos (THOC) is a total conversion mod for Diablo II. Many aspects of the game are being changed including quests, skills, monsters, bosses, classes, NPCs, items, runes, cube recipes, and maps.
Only registered members can share their thoughts. So come on! Join the community today (totally free - or sign in with your social account on the right) and join in the conversation.


text:
View the full lineup of Ignite presentations
If you had five minutes on stage what would you say? What if you only got 20 slides and they rotated automatically after 15 seconds? Would you pitch a project? Launch a web site? Teach a hack? We're going to find out when we conduct our second Ignite event at OSCON.
If you haven't seen an Ignite talk watch some videos at http://igniteshow.com.
Ignite OSCON will be moderated by Brady Forrest and Brian Aker. Come join us on Tuesday, July 20 at 7PM in the Portland Ballroom!
For information on exhibition and sponsorship opportunities at the conference, contact Sharon Cordesse at firstname.lastname@example.com
Download the OSCON Sponsor/Exhibitor Prospectus
Download the Media & Promotional Partner Brochure (PDF) for information on trade opportunities with O'Reilly conferences or contact mediapartners@ oreilly.com
For media-related inquiries, contact Maureen Jennings at email@example.com
To stay abreast of conference news and to receive email notification when registration opens, please sign up for the OSCON Newsletter (login required)
Have an idea for OSCON to share? email@example.com
View a complete list of OSCON contacts


text:
Efficacy of Antifolates Against Malaria in HIV-infected Pregnant Women and the Emergence of Induced Resistance in Plasmodium Falciparum (MACOMBA)
|The safety and scientific validity of this study is the responsibility of the study sponsor and investigators. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U.S. Federal Government. Read our disclaimer for details.
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT01746199
Recruitment Status : Unknown
Verified December 2012 by Institut Pasteur.
Recruitment status was: Not yet recruiting
First Posted : December 10, 2012
Last Update Posted : November 15, 2013
- Study Details
- Tabular View
- No Results Posted
- Disclaimer
- How to Read a Study Record
Given the resistance emergence of malaria in pregnant women receiving intermittent preventive treatment with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (IPT-SP) and the burden of this infection among pregnant women infected by HIV it is urgent to seek a more effective alternative treatment to optimize the prevention of malaria. Cotrimoxazole (CTM), actually administered daily as a prophylactic mean to opportunistic infections for HIV infected patients, showed encouraging results in preventing malaria in pregnant women. However, these results must be confirmed by randomized trials, particularly in pregnant women.
The main objective of this clinical trial is to compare the efficacy of cotrimoxazole (CTM), administered once daily with IPT-SP (3 curative doses spaced one month) on placental parasitaemia in pregnant women infected with HIV and cluster of differentiation 4 (CD4) > 350 cells/mm3.
The main hypothesis is based on the premise that cotrimoxazole is more effective than IPT-SP for placental parasitaemia. This might be due to the higher plasma concentration of cotrimoxazole attained with daily doses. If this hypothesis is proven, cotrimoxazole could be recommended as prophylaxis for HIV-positive pregnant women, whatever their CD4+ cell count. In this study, the investigators will also test the hypothesis that the strains of Plasmodium falciparum isolated from HIV-positive pregnant women express more dhfr and dhps resistance markers.
|Condition or disease
|Malaria in Pregnancy HIV Infection
|Drug: cotrimoxazole daily prophylaxis Drug: sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine
|Phase 3
Ascertainment of HIV serological status has become a prerequisite for better prevention of malaria. Studies reported that cotrimoxazole reduces malaria episodes in adults (other than pregnant women), and in children. Furthermore, several studies showed a good clinical and parasitological response to cotrimoxazole in treated children. Therefore, preventive treatment with SP for all HIV+ patients (including pregnant women) who are receiving treatment containing cotrimoxazole is superfluous and is even contraindicated because of the increase risk of severe adverse reactions. Few studies, however, have described the efficacy of cotrimoxazole in the prevention of malaria in pregnant women, particularly in an area where the frequency of therapeutic failures with SP in cases of Plasmodium falciparum malaria is increasing.
The emergence and augmentation of the frequency of resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to SP, which has already been observed in numerous countries of sub-Saharan Africa and in the Central African Republic, challenges the short-term usefulness of this drug combination in the prevention of malaria in pregnant women. The resistance is due to accumulation of point mutations at various sites on the genes coding for dihydrofolate reductase (dhfr) and dihydropteroate synthase (dhps). The number of mutations correlates with the extent of resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to SP in vitro. In studies carried out in Bangui, the prevalence of therapeutic failure was estimated to be 23.8% after 14 days of follow-up among children with uncomplicated malaria, while the resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to pyrimethamine in vitro was reported to be 38.3%. The frequency of mutations in dhfr and dhps alleles is correlated with in vitro response of Plasmodium falciparum strains to SP.
Pregnancy and HIV infection increase the risk for emergence of mutated strains that are resistant to SP, because a wide variety of types and clones are found in parasitaemia in pregnant women (genetic diversity). Furthermore, some studies raised concern about the possible development of cross-resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to both cotrimoxazole and SP because of the similarity of their mode of action, although this hypothesis has not been proven.
The national malaria programme in the Central African Republic recommends the use of IPT-SP since 2006.
The investigators' main hypothesis is based on the premise that cotrimoxazole is more effective than SP for placental parasitaemia. This might be due to the higher plasma concentration of cotrimoxazole attained with daily doses. If this hypothesis is proven, cotrimoxazole could be recommended as prophylaxis for HIV+ pregnant women, whatever their CD4+ cell count. In this study, the investigators will also test the hypothesis that the strains of Plasmodium falciparum isolated from HIV+ positive pregnant women express more dhfr and dhps resistance markers.
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
|Estimated Enrollment :
|300 participants
|Intervention Model:
|Parallel Assignment
|None (Open Label)
|Primary Purpose:
|Official Title:
|Comparative Study of Efficacy of Two Antifolates Prophylactic Strategies Against Malaria in HIV Positive Pregnant Women (MACOMBA Study)
|Study Start Date :
|December 2013
|Estimated Primary Completion Date :
|October 2015
Experimental: cotrimoxazole daily prophylaxis
cotrimoxazole daily prophylaxis
Drug: cotrimoxazole daily prophylaxis
Other Names:
Active Comparator: Intermittent Preventive sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine Treatment
Referent treatment given according WHO recommendations
Drug: sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine
Intermittent preventive sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine treatment
Other Names:
- placental parasitaemia [ Time Frame: at parturition ]microscopic observation and confirmation by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
- observance CTM prophylaxis [ Time Frame: until the end of pregnancy ]
- occurrence of specific events related to the effectiveness of CTM prophylaxis and IPT-SP [ Time Frame: until the end of pregnancy ]
considered events :
- maternal anemia (hemoglobinemia < 10g/dl)
- incidence of malaria episodes during pregnancy
- abortions, stillbirth, premature (birth <37 weeks of amenorrhea) and low birth weight (< 2500g)
- placenta malaria and umbilical malaria transmission
- occurence of adverse events [ Time Frame: until the end of pregnancy ]
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contacts provided below. For general information, Learn About Clinical Studies.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older (Adult, Older Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- age ≥ 18 years
- HIV positivity
- gestational age between 16 and 28 weeks
- CD4+ count > 350 cells/mm3 and no sign of WHO stage 2, 3 or 4;
- agreement to attend all the antenatal consultations for the study
- willingness to adhere to all requirements of the study (including HIV-1 voluntary counseling and testing)
- signed informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
- psychological instability that could interfere with compliance;
- hypersensitivity to sulfamides or dermatological disease(eczema, pemphigoid exanthema) that would increase the risk for severe reactions to the drugs being tested
- severe anaemia (Hb<7 g/dl)and any other severe disease
- known hepatic cardiac or renal disease
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT01746199
|Contact: Alexandre Manirakiza, MD
|+ 236 70 93 05 79
|Contact: Muriel Vray, PhD
|+ 33 1 40 61 39 82
|Central African Republic
|Maternité de l'Hôpital communautaire
|Bangui, Central African Republic
|Maternité de l'Hôpital de l'Amitié
|Bangui, Central African Republic
|Maternité de la Gendarmerie Nationale
|Bangui, Central African Republic
|Maternité du centre de santé des Castors
|Bangui, Central African Republic
|Study Director:
|Muriel Vray
|Unité d'épidémiologie des maladies émergentes, Institut Pasteur Paris, France
|Principal Investigator:
|Alexandre Manirakiza, MD
|Unité d'Epidémiologie, Institut Pasteur de Bangui, Central African Republic
|Study Chair:
|Mirdad Kazanji
|Director of the Institut Pasteur de Bangui, Central African Republic
|Responsible Party:
|Institut Pasteur
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|First Posted:
|December 10, 2012 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|November 15, 2013
|Last Verified:
|December 2012
Protozoan Infections
Parasitic Diseases
Fanasil, pyrimethamine drug combination
Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination
Antiprotozoal Agents
Antiparasitic Agents
Anti-Infective Agents
Folic Acid Antagonists
Enzyme Inhibitors
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Anti-Infective Agents, Urinary
Renal Agents
Anti-Bacterial Agents


text:
Some days, we get up and say, "Pagi Baik, Tuhan!" Other days we're not so cheery.
Then there are days like today, when God says "Pagi Baik!"
The heavens are telling of the glory of God; and their expanse is declaring the work of His hands. (Psalm 19:1) Great thought, David. Thanks for sharing.
Comments are closed.


text:
Having problems with your Kodak EasyShare One Digital Camera ?
My EasyshareOne 6.1 mp won't turn on :(
\015 (08/28/07)\015\012A couple days ago when I turned on my camera an error message came on that said "error, shut down." I shut it off and then tried to turn it back on. The lens protruded forward and has remained in that position since then. When i press the on/off button a light flashes by the Capture/View switch, but nothing happens. I thought that maybe my battery was old (I bought this camera on 08/2006)so i bought a new one and fully charged it and then placed it in the camera and still it will not turn on, and the lens will not retract. Please help, I really love my camera and I hope I can fix it.\015\012\015\012Thanks 4 ur help.\015
Answers :
My camera before shuting down said error lens, can i repair it my self
Either gear box problem ( sand/ dirt )or lens is impacted. First problem not expensive to cure but the second requres lens unit to be replaced : probably uneconomical to repair; get a quote from camera repair outfit in your area.
Repair Help & Product Troubleshooting for Kodak EasyShare One Digital Camera
Tips for a great answer:- Provide details, support with references or personal experience .
- If you need clarification, ask it in the comment box .
- It's 100% free, no registration required.
Suggested Questions/Answers :
My polaroid i1237 wont turn on, it did this once before where it said replace battterys & turned offf but it turned back on & was fine the next day. this time it wont turn bac on i replace the batterys but it just wont turn back on
... Polaroid i1237 Digital Camera
My camera wont turn on! I left it charging for a 2 whole days and nothing wont even connect to my hp. Wont even turn on when plugged in on the wall charger and the camera lense is always down wont come up when turned off.
Repair or sell as parts or repair or as is on a site such as Ebay.When you cannot start the camera, then there is not much else to do.It sounds as if there is something wrong in the circuits or the power end of the unit. In any case not g ... Samsung i85 Digital Camera
My Olympus underwater camera wont turn on, i took it underwater then tryed to turn it on but the screen went black and now it wont turn on. I poped the battery door open and a couple drops of water somehow got in there. i took the battery and memory card out to let it dry but it still wont turn on. help?
Hmm well looks like you might have a problem... if you have it still under warranty take it back your probaly out of solutions ... Olympus ? 850 SW Digital Camera
Camera wont turn on My Nikon D40x wont turn on at all, i have been using it, then plugged it in the my laptop with the USB cable, unplugged it to take more pix, and it now wont turn on at all!!
Just a suggestion ... remove the lens, card and battery. Recharge the battery completely. Install the lens, card and battery then do a hard reset...\015\012\015\012Hard Reset: \015\012With D40 you need to install the lens, the card ... Nikon D40x Digital Camera
When i turn on the camera the lens wont pop open even when the battery is fully charged.... i was taking pictures and it working fine turn the camera off and on again then the lens wont open anymore? i can still view all the pictures i took from the camera but cannot take pictures anymore coz of the lens wont open. i tried initializing the camera by going to set up it didnt work..msg error said turn the camera off and on again and i did but didnt work either many times i tried please help thnks!
The problem is\015\0121- some dirt somehow got on the outside of the lense. After it was retracted fully in, it prevents the camera from opening again. When you turn it on, if it opens a little bit, try to pull it out NOT too hard and let go ... Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 Digital Camera
My canon sd1100 IS wont turn on , its complete charged . and when i hold down the power button the little light turns green but stop turning green when i let go. and it wont turn on !
... Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS Digital Camera
Helppp when i put my compactflash disk in my camera, it wont turn on. when i take it out of my camera, it turns on but it also says no memory card. i put the compactflash into my computer and it says that it is blank, so i dont know why it wont turn on... please help.
Remove batteries and card. Look in the card slot for any bent pins. If you see some, use a small/skinny jeweler's flat screwdriver (K-mart, Walmart, and even dollar stores sell these, look in the hardware section) to bend the pin back as close as p ... Canon PowerShot A70 Digital Camera
Today, I was using it. Turned it off for a whle, went to ues it again & it wouldnt turn on, the power light was on & three beeps came out of my camera! It wont turn off until I take the battery out. Nothing on it will work & it wasnt dropped or anything. My camera lens wont even pop out!
Most probably the lens problem, it got stuck or it's damaged. Try to gently pull out the lens to see is it only got stuck or take it to service ... Samsung L100 Digital Camera
My camera wont turn on. I can turn it on and view the photos already on there but it wont turn on to take any photos.
Same problem with mine - it feels like the switch is not turning fully into 'on' position, as if somethings blocking it. Help! Mike ... Fuji Finepix S9600 Digital Camera
My camera's lens wont go back down and the camera wont turn back on. And no matter how long i charge my batter it wont turn on and it just acts like it died but its not. this was a present from my brother and i would really like to fix it
It shoud be taken near camara technision may be the lence wheel may be broken let me warn u that it cost more ... FUJIFILM FinePix JV100 Digital Camera
My ipod wont turn in. When I hook it to the computer it cuts on to charge and It wont even cut on. Also when I switch to on, it still wont turn on any ideas to the problem????
It really depends on what kind of iPod you actually have. If you have an iPod touch, a hard reset might do the trick.\015\012\015\012Hold both the power and the home buttons for at least 10 seconds, until you see the apple logo. Then the iPod w ... Digital Cameras
Battery full but wont turn on. Very occaisonally turns on for a couple seconds then goes off, then wont turn on again for a few days. On/Off switch intermittent?
\015\012\015\012Hi,There may be any of the three fault in your device.\015\012\015\0121) There may be dirt or dust in the lens area, preventing your device to extant the lens. you'll need to blow some air to get a ... Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ2 Digital Camera
I have a kodak 8.2 megapixel that wont charge. i think its because the lens was out when it went off and wont come back in.The light blinks whenever i try to turn it on and it wont turn on
Light blinks problem in the mother board/short circuit/power drainage in the electronic components, ur not able to get charged ... Kodak EASYSHARE M1063 Digital Camera
S730 samsung ok so hi my camera (samsung s730)wont turn on...like i was downloading pictures onto my computer and then it finished so i forgot to turn it off b4 i took it out and so i unplugged it and now it wont turn on
Ok thanks! ... Samsung Digimax S730 Digital Camera
I dropped my samsung s630 and now it wont turn back on and the lens wont go back in... if i take the batteries out and put them back in, the camera turns on, but then makes this loud beeping noise, then turns off after a few seconds.
Fixing a Lens Error on a Digital Camera\012\012This has to be THE most common failure mode for a digital camer ... Samsung S630 Digital Camera
My nephew threw the camera after turning it on and the lens didnt go in when it got turned off now when i try to turn it on it says lens error and wont work what do i do?
Try these procedures. ... Casio Exilim EX-Z750 Digital Camera
Camera wont turn on. battery is fully charged. even bought new battery & memory card... but it wont turn on?
... Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX3 Digital Camera
It wont turn on and the thing you take pictures with that comes out i think its called the lends i dont know but it is out and the camera is off and it wont turn on.
Change the batteries, ... Digital Cameras
Samsung s1065 beeps 3 times nothing else. only 6months old wont turn on. bought recommended batteries, still wont turn on
Take it back to store . you're not the only one this has happened to !!! ... Gateway DC-M40 Digital Camera
Stuck :( my kodak easyshare DX6440 is stuck. The lens wont retract and whenever i turn it on, the little green light flashes, but then makes a few buzzing noises and turns red. Ive tried new batteries, but it still wont work... what should i do?
I concur. The camera will be "beyond economical repair," and the 10% offer does little for customer loyalty. ... Kodak EasyShare DX6440 Digital Camera
I have a sony cybershot DSC-P200 an while using it at the weekend it just froze on me the shutter closed half way and wont go any further it was fully charged and charged again when i got home and still it wont budge!! when i turn the power on it is telling me to turn the power off and on again and beeping, after doing this repeately it still hasn't moved....i hope u can hep me
Hey pauline04,\015\012 There are a couple of reasons you would be told to turn the camera off and then back on. I would first make sure the battery is fully charged, and if it is not I would charge it. The most common ... Digital Cameras
Wont work! my olmpus fe 360 got some huge issues yo! i have it for about 6 months now and its giving me problems it wont turn on correctly it beeps n buzzes and all kinda ****! it would just go ti ti ti ti lens will come out but screen will be dark and just turn off with the lens out:S
Hi!The focus is stuck, could be sand or something in the focus gears - well known problem with these lens. Contact your local Olympus service center and if they ask too much, feel free to contact me at [email protected] ... Olympus FE-360 Digital Camera
My olympus FE 320 lens wont extend out.... i turn it on the lens turns and tries to come out but wont........
Put new batteries in it ... Olympus FE-320 Digital Camera
My batteries died in my pink i733 and when it shut down the "zoom lense" did not recede. i put fresh batteries in it but all that happens is that the green light flashes. it wont come on or turn off. the lense will not recede and none of the buttons work. the screen doesnt come on or anything. HELP!!!!! My i733 has the same problem,It died on me while I was taking pictures and now the lens is out the green light flashes and it wont turn on, new aa in it aren't helpin I get a very quick blee
This can sometimes be fixed if you remove the batteries over night and allow the camera to sit and discharge it should correct this problem. hope this helps. ... Polaroid i733LP Digital Camera
My fujifilm finepix f480 is brand new and i've only used it about 4 times. Without any incident to start a problem, the charger stopped working and the camera wont turn on at all with the battery in it. The charger light will go on for about 2 minutes and then turn off, and the camera light wont go on at all with the battery in it...is this the camera or the battery or the charger?
Looks to me as charger issue. Digi cam dont work if battery is very low... forget about flash. Also check the input voltage for charger as it should be compatible with power supply at your home. ... Fuji Digital Cameras


text:
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is an impressively powerful portable wireless speaker that blasts loud, clear and immersive 360° sound with deep, thundering bass — all meticulously balanced so you can hear every note. MEGABOOM 3 is also seriously waterproof, dustproof and drop-proof to let you take on any adventure. And it's beautiful, too, wrapped in a shimmering, high-performance fabric.
Powerfully loud, immersive and balanced 360° sound with deep, thundering bass
Magic Button lets you play, pause and skip streaming music tracks directly on the speaker
Tough yet beautiful two-tone fabric cover engineered for extreme performance
Charge wirelessly with POWER UP charging dock (sold separately)
Floats and is completely waterproof with IP67 water and dustproof rating
Totally submersible in water for up to 30 minutes
Nearly indestructible having passed more than 25 durability tests
Use PartyUp on the Ultimate Ears app to pair as many as 150 BOOM and MEGABOOM speakers from any generation
Stays powered for up to 20 hours using the same battery cell technology as in highly desirable electric cars
What's in the Box
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
USB charging cable
Power adapter
Tech Specs
Connections: Bluetooth, Wireless
Speaker Configurations: Stereo
Drivers: Two 50 mm (2 in.) full-range, 4 ohm; two 55x86 mm (2.17x3.39 in.) passive radiators
Power Source: Battery
Batteries: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery life: Up to 20 hours
Charge Time: Approximately 2.75 hours
Height: 22.5 cm/8.87 in.
Length: 8.7 cm/3.4 in.
Width: 8.7 cm/3.4 in.
Weight: 925 g/2.04 lb.
Manufacturer Information
Part Number
UPC or EAN No.: 097855151315
Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.
Warranty: Two-year limited
iPhone Models
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
iPad Models
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
- iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPad (7th generation)
- iPad mini (5th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 10.5-inch
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)
- iPad Pro 9.7-inch
- iPad Air 2
- iPad (6th generation)
- iPad (5th generation)
- iPad mini 4
Mac Models
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020)
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018–2019)
- MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015 - 2017)
- MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020)
- MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016 - 2019)
- MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016 - 2019)
- MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012 - 2015)
- MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012 - 2015)
- MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015 - 2017)
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019 and later)
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019 and later)
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017)
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017)
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Late 2015)
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014 - 2015)
- iMac Pro (2017 and later)
- Mac Pro (2019)
- Mac Pro (Late 2013)
- Mac mini (2018 and later)
- Mac mini (Late 2014)
Apple TV Models
iPod Models
Answers from the community
The UE Megaboom 3 (non-Apple version) specs say it is bluetooth only. The specs for the Apple version add mention of a 3.5mm audio jack. True?
- Asked by Richard R from Richmond
- on Sep. 30, 2018
Best Answer:
The Megaboom 3 no longer has a 3.5mm audio jack.
- Answered by Charles F from Richmond
- on Oct. 9, 2018
Answer now(The UE Megaboom 3 (non-Apple version) specs say it is bluetooth only. The specs for the Apple version add mention of a 3.5mm audio jack. True?)1 Answer(The UE Megaboom 3 (non-Apple version) specs say it is bluetooth only. The specs for the Apple version add mention of a 3.5mm audio jack. True?)
can I use mega boom as a speaker for cellphone?
- Asked by marcelo M from Rio de Janeiro
- on Nov. 17, 2018
Compatibility: Requires iOS 10.3 or later.
The BOOM & MEGABOOM app by Ultimate Ears has everything you need to get the most out of your Ultimate Ears speaker. From #PartyUp to customizable EQ, unlock even more awesome ways to use your BOOM, MEGABOOM and HYPERBOOM speakers.
+ Support Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM.
+ #PartyUp lets you connect up to 150 speakers to take your parties to a
whole new level - wherever, when ever, whatever!
+ You Control the Sound: All about that bass? In a tight space? You
control the atmosphere with our custom EQ settings.
+ Remote On/Off: you'd never walk all the way to your TV to turn it on and
you shouldn't have to with your wireless speaker either. Use the app to
turn your speaker on/off from afar.
+ Much more: personalize your speaker's name, EQ preferences, and
preset playlists (BOOM 3, MEGABOOM 3 and HYPERBOOM only).
+ Subscribe to updates so you never miss a thing. A simple tap in the app
updates your speaker with the latest features in no time. …


text:
'Success of the team is always important than individual performances'
Out-of-favour India opener Virender Sehwag feels that team's success is "more important" than individual feats of players.
Sehwag, who is desperately eyeing a comeback in the national side, said he is more happy when he is able to contribute to the team's cause.
"For me the success of the team is always important than individual performances of players," Sehwag said at the inauguration of the two synthetic pitches at the Pragati Sporting Club in Bhubaneswar.
'I feel happy when I score a 40 or 50 and the team wins'
"I feel happy when I score a 40 or 50 and the team wins rather than when I score a double century and the team loses," he added.
The Pragati Sporting Club is one of the country's oldest cricket clubs and has produced international cricketers like former India opener Shiv Sundar Das.
Sehwag, who scored only 27 runs in his last two Tests against Australia at home, is hoping for a place in the Test squad which will take on West Indies in a two-Test series in November this year.


text:
Old Coultrap school has to go, Geneva board decides
People who don't want Coultrap Elementary School torn down begged Monday, to no avail, for more time to come up with a way to save it.
Instead, the Geneva school board voted unanimously to demolish it.
"I don't think you've given us time. I think you have rammed this down our throats," said Geneva History Center Executive Director Terry Emma before the vote. She also accused the board of doing "demolition by neglect," deliberately failing to maintain the building, which her now-grown daughters attended.
A May 2012 district report says that it costs $69,000 a year to run utilities in the building. The report estimated it could cost $1.2 million for repairs to stay its decline, and up to $4.27 million more if it were to be renovated for student use or district offices, including making all portions wheelchair-accessible.
Carolyn Givens suggested the board consider demolishing only the two additions. She also questioned the idea that the building is in too bad shape to be used again.
"My son went to school in this building four years ago. I was told it was a fine place for him to go to school, and now four years later you tell me it is not fit for students," she said. Her son was one of the Harrison Street Elementary School students who went to school in Coultrap when Harrison Street was shut down for remodeling in 2008.
Demolishing at least the northernmost addition was recommended in a 2006 facilities analysis. That would make room for a parking lot if neighboring Geneva High School were expanded.
Trustee Bill Wilson emphatically repeated what board President Mark Grosso said two weeks ago: The building is not for sale. Despite that, resident Lawrence Calhan tried to discuss with the board an offer he said he can arrange for somebody to buy the building.
Public comments are allowed at the beginning and end of meetings, not while the board is discussing matters, and speakers have to sign up before the meeting starts. Calhan had not.
All the trustees acknowledged the town's fondness for Coultrap; it opened as a high school. Wilson recalled walking in for the first time as a scared sixth-grader in 1972, and Trustee Tim Moran pointed to the spot where he used to build a pretend jail for school fun fairs.
"I really respect what you say. This stinks, it really does. But I look at the numbers, and respectfully -- and I'm not trying to be painful here -- Coultrap is our past, and children are our future," and he would rather spend the money on education, Trustee Michael McCormick said.
Two weeks ago, some suggested that perhaps the Geneva Library could move in to it; the library is looking for a larger home and plans to build a new building at Seventh and Richards streets. The Kane County Regional Office of Education thought about moving into the additions, but the cost of fixing it up to their specifications versus the rent it was willing to pay precluded that, Grosso said Jan. 14.
A board task force recommended demolition in May 2012 and had its first forum on the matter in June.
Trustee Kelly Nowak said the board could reconsider, if a wealthy donor stepped forward. She also noted that the board is trying to decide whether to keep another old former school Fourth Street Elementary, which houses the district's offices. It too needs work. Officials would prefer to have the offices closer to the high school.
"If there is somebody who really has a feel for that (Fourth Street) and wants to see an adaptive use for that property, now might be the time to get your ducks in a row," she said.