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(tl;dr version – This game looks amazing in 3D, but you need a PC and an NVIDIA card!)
As a major 3D proponent, I've argued that one of the places where the option for 3D should be dominant is in video games. Most games are coded in 3D space anyway (x,y, and z calculations) even though it's a 2D screen, which makes calculating a second viewpoint incredibly easy. Calculate viewpoint #1, virtually move the camera a few inches to the side, calculate viewpoint #2, combine the two views … done and done!
Unfortunately, because of the vocal demands of the haters who don't want anyone to enjoy 3D because they're personally offended somehow, most games do not come with a stereoscopic 3D option. I was very upset when I found out that Ubisoft removed stereoscopic 3D from Assassins Creed IV having played the previous three iterations in 3D. Sony once let the charge on 3D gaming for the PlayStation 3, but have backed off from such marketing pushes on the PlayStation 4.
This is not to say that 3D gaming is dead, however. Many PC games can be played in 3D depending on how they were programmed using NVIDIA's stereoscopic on-the-fly 3D settings in their drivers. (A minimum of an 8000-class card is required.) For example, Microsoft Flight Simulator X looks absolutely amazing in 3D even though it was not designed for it, whereas games like Batman: Arkham City and L.A. Noire are 3D-ready. Other games like Pinball FX 2 and Trine 2 have amazing stereoscopic 3D on the PS4 and possibly other consoles.
[Update, 10 mar 2014: Titanfall, the much-awaited first-person/mech shooter, is also NVIDIA 3D Vision-ready.]
The folks at Eidos Montreal, however, decided to fully embrace 3D in their latest game Thief not only by making the game 3D-ready but also by including their own 3D settings within the game. (This is for the Windows version, obviously. I don't know if it's available in 3D on other platforms, although I've confirmed that it is not available in 3D on PS4.) The results are astounding, even to the point that viewing the game in red/blue anaglyph gives a very clean 3D presentation.
For reference, I have a gaming PC with a GTX 650 ti video card and NVidia's 3DTV Play plug-in hooked up to my 3DTV. This plug-in triggers the NVIDIA drivers to activate 3D mode without requiring NVIDIA 3D hardware or resorting to red/blue anaglyph. Basically, it lets the TV take care of processing the 3D while the driver provides the 3D signal.
When you first launch Thief you get a launcher with a few choices. Under the Options menu, if you configure the game to run in "Exclusive Fullscreen" mode from the "Options" setting at launch before the game actually starts and you have NVIDIA's 3D mode turned on in the video driver (even if it's red/blue anaglyph), the "stereoscopic 3D" option should then be available. (Note that the 3DTV Play plug-in for whatever reason restricts resolution to 720p.) Once you're in the game, the Display menu has two options to change the 3D settings: "Stereo Separation" and "Stereo Depth".
The default settings are okay, but only if you're comparing something close to your character with something far away. When I found the "3D Depth" and "3D separation" settings and cranked those up to max – HO. LEE. SH*T. Things in the foreground then looked like they were coming out of the screen, and things in the distance looked like they were way back. (I also had NVidia's drivers set to maximum depth, but it didn't make anywhere close to an impact as the game's built-in settings did.) The 3D settings are retained when you run the benchmark, too, so you can get a feel for it there. Even in red/blue 3D mode, the 3D effect doesn't appear to be as sharp as with "normal" 3D, but it's definitely there. If you have a set of red/blue glasses, look at the screenshots to see the results.
These are actual 3D in-game screen shots using the red/blue anaglyph setting. Regrettably, Steam's image capture function seems to capture the frame buffer itself, not the actual screen display; so even with 3D mode turned on screen captures are in 2D. As a result I had no choice but to point my DLSR camera at the screen to get the screen shots. (It's times like this when I wish I had an HDMI capture box.)
The result was come color bleeding, mild Moire color patterns, as well as inaccurate color representation, all of which are obviously problematic for red/blue 3D. I tried to correct the issues as much as possible, but there's only so much that can be done. So, the 3D quality of the screen shots is less than stellar, but if you have red/blue glasses you can still easily see the level of depth that the game provides, particularly in the brighter images. The actual red/blue 3D when you're playing the game is quite good (even for red/blue) but active/passive 3D looks phenomenal, especially when the 3D depth is cranked up to full.
If you enjoy 3D, you bought Thief for the PC, and you have a newer NVIDIA card, you owe it to yourself to try this out! (Even if you don't have Thief, you should try the on-the-fly 3D setting anyway. Some games look remarkably good.) It's wonderful to see that Eidos put stereoscopic 3D right into the game, and it looks amazing! Why they didn't enable this feature in other versions, especially newer consoles like the PS4, is mind-boggling.
If you don't like 3D, you also have a choice… don't turn on the 3D settings. It's that simple. I'm sure it won't stop the haters from complaining about it or trying to take it away from the rest of us to enjoy, though.
2 Responses to "For The 3D Gamer: Thief"
Thanks for this. I will surely try this out. I hope gamedevelopers include 3d in future games also.


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Secret Superstar
Insia Malik as Zaira is a talented 15-year-old school girl from Baroda whose soul is ripped because her mother is in a bad marriage. She still dares to pursue her dream of becoming a singer and she also bravely attempts to free her mother from her conservative, strict father.
When Aamir Khan backs a film, you expect quality. The actor who plays ahorrible music director, Shakti Kumar, in this outing, doesn't let you down on that count. Debutant director Advait Chandan, who schooled under Aamir gives you a simple genuine film which is slightly `fairytalish' at times but one in which you run the wholerange of emotions – joy, tears, excitement and liveliness.
Nothing is new here. Whether it is fluttering for the girl child or freeing an assaulted housewife from the chains of a loveless marriage, the material at hand has been touched upon earlier. But what makes 'Secret Superstar' stand out is the adventurous story that keeps you engrossed and always trying to predict. You can feel the frustration of the Malik household in which not just people, even emotions are stuck. When the character breaks free, you find yourself concurrently wiping your tears and doing a victory lap.
Aamir is the scene-stealer. His character is a cross between the brash American Idol judge Simon Cowell and your crass Bollywood music directors from the 80-90s. But you devote in him eventually due of the shades he brings. It is also commendable that he never really tries to steal the limelight from young Zaira, who is an absolute pleasure to watch. Najma (Meher) as the submissive wife says so much without spelling it out. And others like Chintan (Tirth Sharma) and child-actor Guddu (Kabir) are loveable.
Talking about the music of this film, Amit Trivedi's music is pleasing but the score doesn't have the winning quality needed for a film like this. The lyrics by Kausar Munir just about pass muster.
If your world revolves around your mother, you're going to root for this film. Go for it girls.

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2015 marks the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta. The document, which means 'Great Charter', was sealed at Runneymede on 15th June 1215. At the time it was the solution to a political crisis in Medieval England, but its importance has endured as it has become recognised as a cornerstone of liberty influencing much of the civilized world and is considered to be one of the most important documents in history. Celebrate its legacy, and soak up the foundations of democracy by visiting these six places brimming with history.
1. St Albans
The Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Albans, by Fotorus
St Albans bore witness to the very start of the Magna Carta. Churchmen and barons, led by Stephen Langton the Archbishop of Canterbury, held their first meeting in St Albans in 1213 to discuss their grievances against King John. You can find out more about the city's involvement by visiting the Romanesque Grade I listed cathedral, the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain.
Full List of Magna Carta related events in St Albans.
2. Salisbury Cathedral
Inside Salisbury Cathedral, by Nathan Rupert
Nestled in the Chapter House of this stunning Grade I listed early English gothic cathedral is one of the four remaining copies of the 1215 Magna Carta. Salisbury is the best preserved of all the copies and the cathedral has staged an exhibition which takes visitors on a journey throughout the Cathedral, medieval cloisters and stunning 13th century Chapter House.
The Salisbury Cathedral Magna Carta events programme.
3. The British Library and the City of London
Ralph of Coggeshall, Chronicon Anglicanum , AD 1066–1223 – find out more on this manuscript
The British Library has staged a major exhibition to mark the anniversary. You can see everything from one of the four original copies to Cabinet papers proposing that Magna Carta be gifted to the USA, with annotations by Sir Winston Churchill. The City of London is the only place to be directly named in the charter. While you're in the Capital why not walk in the footsteps of the group of Barons who first demanded a charter from King John.
More information on the exhibition at The British Library and access to a trove of online resources.
4. Canterbury
Canterbury has close connections to the Magna Carta with the accession of Stephen Langton as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1207, who became implacably opposed to King John. After you've visiting the imposing cathedral, take a walk to the Grade II listed Beaney House of Art and Knowledge which has special displays to mark the anniversary.
Magna Carta events at Canterbury Cathedral.
5. Runnymede
It was in Runnymede, on the banks of the River Thames, where King John signed the Magna Carta. The land, looked after by the National Trust, is now a beautiful landscape. Be sure to seek out the Grade II listed memorial to JFK designed by Geoffrey Jellicoe. Visitors reach the memorial by treading a steep path of irregular granite steps, symbolising a pilgrimage.
Visiting information for the riverside site of the sealing of Magna Carta
Did we miss a Magna Carta event happening near you? Let us know in the comments below – and please leave a link if possible!


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Global vehicle sales have shown a significant increase in the past six to seven years. They increased from 18.8 million units in 2010 to 20.1 million units in 2016. Of these, passenger car sales were 17.3 million units in 2016. Owing to the increased global vehicle sales, there has been a potential growth in the OE demand for tires.
According to a study, with 10% decrease in rolling resistance, there can be a ~1% to 2% improvement in the fuel economy. Hence, in order to meet stringent fuel economy as well as emission reduction targets and tire labeling norms, there has been increased investments in the technological development of tires. Also, manufacturers are focusing on the development of eco-friendly tires.
According to Markets and Markets Analysis, the global OE market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.48% from 2016 to 2021. However, the OE market for automotive tires is just the tip of the iceberg. With the increase in vehicle sales, there is an increase in vehicle parc. The global vehicle parc grew from 892 million units in 2005 to 1.3 billion units in 2015. Additionally, there has been a potential increase in the average miles driven per year per country in the past few years. All these factors have boosted the aftermarket for tires, which is projected to show significant growth in the near future.
While tire retreading is a challenge for commercial vehicle tire manufacturers, it can act as an opportunity for local aftermarket players. Presently, the retreading potential for light duty passenger cars is ~0.5% to 0.7% of aftermarket tires, and for light trucks that is ~1.5% to 1.8% of aftermarket tires.
The retreading of passenger car tires is minimal due to various reasons such as safety concerns, negative customer perception, improperly maintained core owing to below optimal inflation pressure, and higher tire rejection rate of 80% to 85%. For a light duty passenger car, single tire manufacturing consumes, on an average, 26.4 liters of oil. However, retreading of the same tire consumes only 9 liters of oil, which is almost 34% of the new manufacturing process. Hence, this can be a key opportunity for tire manufacturers.
Asia-Oceania, as a hub of vehicle production and sales, is also the leading market for automotive tires OE as well as aftermarket. China is the global leader in vehicle production and sales and is known for its economical tires. Owing to the economical labels, these tires are gaining popularity in Europe and Asia-Pacific, posing a challenge for global tire manufacturers, which are focusing on vehicle safety, comfort, and fuel economy.
Also, China is a major influencer for the prices of raw materials, which helps it manufacture tires at economical costs. For instance, the country has surplus capacity of steel production, which is not only exported but is also influencing the global steel prices. Additionally, China is a leading consumer of oil and natural rubber, and its economy impacts the oil and natural rubber prices.
The global demand for OE tires is dominated by 16in to 18in rim size tires, followed by 19in to 21in rim sizes. The majority of SUVs and light/medium trucks use 16in to 21in rim size tires. Likewise, 19in to 21in rim size tires are used in heavy trucks. Alternatively, the aftermarket tire demand is dominated by 13in to 15in tires, which are used in hatchbacks and sedans.
Thus, owing to increase in vehicle parc and average miles driven per year, it is estimated that the aftermarket segment for automotive tires will be a leading segment in the near future. The demand for economic cars, especially from Asian developing countries, will continue to dominate the global passenger car market, which will create a significant demand for 13in to 15in rim sized tires. Alternatively, with increase in sales of SUVs/MPVs and light trucks in recent years, the demand for 16in to 18in rim size tires will experience a increase in coming years.
Amey Amanaji, automotive and transportation research expert, Markets & Markets


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Every NFL season has its own story and this season hasn't been any different. With the end of the first month in the NFL coming to a close, the following teams have been surprising:
Good Surprises:
Buffalo Bills
The Bills have shown improvement on both sides of the ball. They are in the top 10 in every major defensive category and their running game has been excellent. With a record of 3-1, their only loss comes in a close one to the New England Patriots.
San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers have been successful in all phases. Their defense ranks 8th going into Week 5. The offense has been able to run the ball effectively, even without Tevin Coleman in the backfield. With an average of 32 points per game, maybe it's time we stop underestimating them.
Detroit Lions
The Lions have had an unorthodox start to the season, beginning with a record of 2-1-1. They gave up a late lead to Arizona Cardinals and were less than 30 seconds away from beating the Kansas City Chiefs. Offensively, the commitment to the run has served them well. Going forward, we will need to see them consistently close out games.
Bad Surprises:
Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons have been underwhelming so far with a 1-3 record. They have had a hard time getting in the end zone, averaging 17.5 points per game. Matt Ryan leads the NFL in interceptions with six, and their running game is near the bottom of the league.
Dan Quinn is known for his defensive mindset, but the team's defense ranks 21st in points allowed in the NFL. The season is young, but if their season continues like it has so far, changes could be coming.
Houston Texans
When Andrew Luck retired, many had the Texans in the drivers seat as the AFC South champions. Early in the season, the Texans have proven that may not be the case. Their recent loss to Carolina Panthers without Cam Newton proves just that.
In the offseason, the Texans traded for Laremy Tunsil and drafted OL Tyus Howard in order to protect Deshaun Watson. That hasn't worked out, with Watson being sacked 18 times in four games. Bill O'Brien will have to make changes to get this season back on track.
Minnesota Vikings
The Vikings have played fairly well, but have a glaring issue at the quarterback position. Minnesota ranks 31st in passing yards per game. Kirk Cousins has not gotten off to the start that this team needs. For a quarterback that the Vikings rewarded a three-year, $84M contract, he has to play at a higher level.
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Producers will need to have favored the look of it as a result of it by some means made its means on to Last Man Standing as Mike's car. If you scroll up, you'll be able to see an equivalent inexperienced decide-up parked within the driveway in a number of establishing pictures of the Baxter house. In the collection finale curtain call, audiences got to see Wilson's face for the very first time. Finally getting to see Wilson as a whole was satisfying to audiences, particularly those who had hung round as loyal viewers since the sequence' very first episode in 1991.
The series launched Tim Allen's acting career and was the beginning of the tv profession of Pamela Anderson, who was a part of the recurring solid for the primary two seasons. It's unclear what Allen's Home Improvement salary was from 1991 to 1996. However, he reportedly earned $200,000 plus govt consulting fees per episode from 1996 to 1998. With a total of fifty episodes airing between 1996 and 1998, Allen would have earned as much as $10 million inside that time frame – not a foul boost to his net price.
The theme song is unique for its sampling of power instruments, most notably an electrical drill and jackhammer, which is heard during the theme track. From Season 7 till the top of the series, a remixed version of the theme track was used. Each episode consists of Tim's own Binford-sponsored home improvement present, called Tool Time, a present-inside-a-present. Carter made an appearance throughout season three episode "Eve of Construction", which centered on Habitat for Humanity. Family sitcom "Boy Meets World," starring Ben Savage, was part of ABC's "TGIF" block for seven seasons.
The day by day trials and tribulations of Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor, a tv present host raising three mischievous boys with help from his loyal co-host, loving spouse, and eccentric neighbor. Richardson was supplied $25 million to do a ninth season; Allen was provided double that. The two declined, and Home Improvement ended after eight seasons and 203 episodes.
Allen finally persuaded the studio to use his routine as the premise for a new sitcom,Home Improvement. The show was to characteristic the comic as Tim Taylor, family man and star of a program known as Tool Time. The first "Tool Girl" to assist Tim and Al on "Tool Time," Lisa (Pamela Anderson) primarily appeared in Seasons 1 and 2. A former Playboy Playmate of the Month, Anderson left "Home Improvement" in 1992 when she landed her now-iconic function as C.J.
Talk:Home Improvement (TV sequence)
A then-unknown Dave Chappelle and Jim Breuer visitor-starred within the Season 4 episode "Talk to Me". This episode set the stage for the Home Improvement spin-off Buddies, which was Chappelle's first television collection. The sequence premiered in March 1996 and lasted five episodes, though 13 have been produced. Home Improvement had been in the works between Tim Allen and the writing/producing team of Carmen Finestra, David McFadzean, and Matt Williams since the summer season of 1990. Originally, the project's proposed title was Hammer Time, both a play on the catchphrase made well-liked by artist MC Hammer and the name of the fictional repair-it show inside the series, which was additionally known as Hammer Time.


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Nearly 70 female students at an institute in Gujarat's Bhuj were pressured to remove their undergarments by their principal to prove that they were not menstruating. This incident happened in the year 2020, in an era of strong dialogues on the empowerment of women and smashing patriarchy. And yet, this is where some parts of our society are stuck at. Move over equality, women still have to fight for being treated with dignity. For not being treated as unclean and dirty while menstruating. When will our outlook change? When will we be rid of such a regressive mindset once and for all?
One of the students of Shree Sahajanand Girls Institute in Bhuj said that they were compelled to leave their classrooms and paraded to the washrooms, where their teachers asked them to remove their underpants to check individually if they were on their periods, on Thursday. This came after the hostel warden complained to the principal that some of them had broken the norms that were supposed to follow during their menstruation. What were these norms? The girls were not supposed to enter the kitchen or the temple on the hostel premise, nor were they allowed to touch fellow hostellers while on their periods.
Also Read: Bhuj College Girls Forced To Remove Underwear As Proof Of Periods
Menstruation and education
Most of us were taught in ninth-grade Biology that menstruation is biological. We used to make faces during those lessons and boys used to sit through them with a look of disgust on their faces. The boys in our class used to take sanitary pads out of our bags, out of curiosity. Any girl in our class who had stained her skirt during periods would get mocked.
I feel that this led many of us to resent our period; something that came naturally to our bodies. We felt ashamed and cautious, even to carry a spare pad in our bags, wrapping it in newspapers or black plastic bags.
Shed the stereotype
The heavy stigma around periods isn't just limited to silence during the biology classes when this topic is taught, it also reflects in how a lot of women still have little or no knowledge about maintaining period hygiene, because there is simply no one nearby to educate them. All it takes is one person, one drive, to change such a mindset.
Arunachalam Muruganantham, the real Padman of India, is one such person who challenged the regressive taboos that surround menstruation. Not only giving women a chance to become entrepreneurs, Muruganatham also challenged the social outlook.
Also Read: Shocker: Bhuj College Girls told not to use beds, eat at dining room during periods
The documentary, Period. End of Sentence won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short in 2018. The film, directed by Rayka Zehtabchi, tells the story of women workers in Hapur village who develop low-cost sanitary napkins thus gaining both employment and empowerment.
The next time you hear the word menstruation, don't feel alarmed or uncomfortable, talk about it openly, and teach young girls and boys to do the same.
However, despite several efforts by the government, filmmakers and NGOs to create awareness around the topic, we are still lagging behind, both in terms of shedding the stigma surrounding menstruation, as well as creating awareness about menstrual hygiene.
Also Read: We Wanted To Change The Narrative Around Menstruation: Aditi Gupta
Change in mindset
In India, a woman on her periods is not allowed to go to the temple, enter the kitchen, touch a jar of pickles and whatnot, even today. While with access to sanitary napkins she can now maintain proper hygiene during "those five days", the stigma still manages to get to her, making her feel "unclean".
No girl should have to feel ashamed of menstruating. That red stain on her uniform, that spare pad she carries in her bag, they shouldn't dimish her confidence. It is not enough to worship her as Durga and Kali during Navratri, you must accept her physiology too. So the next time you hear the word menstruation, don't feel alarmed or uncomfortable, talk about it openly, and teach young girls and boys to do the same.
Saumya Rastogi is an intern with SheThePeople.TV. The views expressed are the author's own.


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In 1975, The Conservationist published an article by John Nellis entitled "Giants in the Earth," which listed the American Forestry Association's Social Register of Big Trees. Among the giants on this list of national champions was a black locust tree owned by William Waise of Coeymans, New York. It boasted a trunk circumference of 20 feet 3 inches, a height of 74 feet, and a crown spread of 44 feet.
When George and Mary Weidman's neighbor, the late Carl Senger, read the article, he went to the Weidman farm on Geiger Road in the Town of Ossian, Livingston County, to ask whether they had seen it.
"Yeah, what about it?" George recalls asking.
"Your black locust tree is a lot bigger than that one!" Carl responded. The two men measured the tree and sure enough, it was. A lot bigger! George notified The Conservationist of their discovery, and the magazine dispatched New York State Department of Environmental Conservation forester Billy Morris to investigate.
"God, it is bigger," was the forester's reaction when he measured the tree. Its trunk taped 23 feet 4 inches in circumference, with a height of 96 feet and a crown spread of 92 feet, making it 18 percent larger than the previous record holder, using the formula that calibrates big trees.
Black locust trees seldom live long enough to attain those proportions. It's not that they are necessarily short-lived, although they are susceptible to storm and wind damage. Rather, they are usually planted – often in groves – to provide farmers with a ready supply of fence posts. The wood's resistance to decay enables a black locust post to last 30 years or more in the ground, three times longer than cedar. Trees are usually harvested and split into posts when they have reached a trunk diameter of 12 inches or so.
At the time, Morris estimated that the Weidman locust was well over 100 years old and felt that it lasted so long because of its location in a protected hollow. It could be that the tree was planted around 1861 when Elias Geiger built the house that the Weidmans bought in 1952. However, George feels that the tree is closer to 200, predating the Geiger Homestead.
The giant tree occupies a prominent place in the Weidmans' front yard, alongside another, somewhat smaller – but nonetheless impressive – black locust. About 6 feet above ground, the behemoth splits into twin trunks, one of which leans precariously to the southeast. The tree has survived an unknown number of catastrophes, including a 1935 barn fire, which left it badly scorched, and the devastating ice storm of 1991. A third large black locust, destroyed in that ice storm, was removed.
George's concern for the health of the aging tree has prompted his exhaustive attempts to locate some public or private agency funding that could be used to stabilize and brace its weakening condition. It is unlikely that the tree will grow any larger, but sooner or later heavy snow or wind could take a toll. Despite its position on the National Register of Big Trees, no source of funding has yet been found. The tree survives at George Weidman's expense.
Mary Weidman passed away in 1996, yet the giant locust continues to bloom each spring, filling the air with a sweet fragrance that seems to attract every honeybee within miles. Thousands of blossoms are alive with thousands of bees, each collecting a special brand of pollen for a very unique blend of honey. Some of the bees have even taken up residence in the Weidman barns.
George Weidman's big tree has achieved its fair share of notoriety. Beginning with a pictorial in the Rochester Times-Union in 1975, the giant black locust has been featured in the Genesee Country Express, the Democrat and Chronicle, American Forests, even The New York Times.
The publicity resulted in fan mail, a note from a New York state senator, and even requests for seeds from a number of nurserymen. George has obliged and is pleased to collect seed pods whenever he's asked. After all, he owns the biggest black locust tree in America. He says, "the world." And since black locust only grows in the United States, technically – he's right!
by John Adamski
John Adamski is a freelance writer who specializes in wildlife and outdoor subjects.


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A dream triple collaboration by Tadaaki Wakamatsu, Designer of Q-pot., a pioneer of sweets accessories, AHCAHCUM designer Masako Shinya, who gathers strong core fans with a surreal and unique world view, and top stylist Miki Aizawa, who is active in the forefront of TV, magazines, advertising and fashion.
Tadaaki Wakamatsu's "chocolate", Masako Shinya's "mushroom", Miki Aizawa's "polka dot".
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- The Game Itself
- 4.5 Stars
- The Video: Sizing Up the Picture
- 4 Stars
- The Audio: Rating the Sound
- 5 Stars
- Replay Factor
- 2 Stars
- Bonus Content
- 3.5 Stars
- Bottom Line
- Highly Recommended
- Street Date:
- September 21st, 2016
- Reviewed by:
- Levi van Tine
- Review Date:1
- September 26th, 2016
- Game Release Year:
- 2016
- Platform:
- Xbox One
- Publisher:
- Campo Santo
- Developer:
- Campo Santi
Editor's Notes
Digital Xbox One version reviewed.
'Firewatch' is the first game from San Francisco-based Campo Santo, which includes the creative leads from both 'The Walking Dead' and 'Mark of the Ninja'. It was released for desktop and PS4 earlier this year and is now available for Xbox One.
The Game Itself: Our Reviewer's Take
In 1988, massive wildfires swept through Yellowstone National Park. The media was dumber and more sensationalist than usual and gave the public the impression that the park was being destroyed, although in reality fires can be a good thing for a forest. The US Forest Service was given a larger fire budget afterwards, much of which was allocated to more firefighting and lookout personnel. In 'Firewatch', the player is Henry, a 1989 Yellowstone fire lookout hire. This is his first summer as a lookout. He is not a ranger or firefighter by trade, but has come to Yellowstone to get away from his responsibilities.
'Firewatch' is firmly in the genre of walking simulator. The game's playthrough consists of a relatively linear storyline with a heavy dose of nature exploration. The map is not huge, but Henry is only a regular guy and must stick to established trails to get around, limiting his mobility. On his second day on the job he finds a cache of sturdy ropes, allowing him to traverse steep rock slides and opening up a few more areas. He can interact with the world mostly through observation, and sometimes by picking things up for closer examination.
Henry frequently converses with his supervisor Delilah by radio. She is also a lookout but at a different tower, in an area Henry cannot reach. For most of the game she is his only source of social interaction. She gives Henry his daily tasks, like searching for bear tracks (no thanks), chasing off drunk teens, and investigating broken radio lines. Sometimes he even looks for fires.
Delilah is a curious sort and begins prying into Henry's past - she knows that he is here to escape something, as that is the only reason anyone would do this job, apparently. Over the course of the game, Henry and Delilah develop a genuine, believable friendship that occasionally borders on something more. It is very sweet to watch (or listen to, rather - Henry rarely sees other people), and the game is almost completely bereft of the cheesy dialogue that plagues so many games.
The storyline takes a dark turn about halfway through, but never stumbles into anything too melodramatic. Being so isolated takes its toll on the psyche, and despite their mutual affection, Henry and Delilah occasionally snap at each other or otherwise become frustrated. Henry is usually given a choice of response, ranging from wisecracking to panic as the situation requires, and can choose not to speak if the player desires. As their paranoia deepens further into the season and more bizarre things happen to them, I was given a choice to slowly give in to the fear or put my complete faith in Delilah.
Walking simulators usually bore me. I can appreciate the pretty vistas and sometimes interesting puzzles or notes, but the stories themselves are hit or miss. In 'Firewatch', there is no supernatural element or fantastical setting. It's just a couple of people being people, and while that may seem like a monotonous setup for a video game, remember that many of the best movies, books, and TV shows are only about routine human life in a slightly dramatized form. What makes them so interesting is how these people interact with one another - a more expensive variety of people watching where we don't have to suspend disbelief as much as we do for other kinds of pop culture. Campo Santo wrote a relationship that I can believe and get involved in, and then they surrounded it with a beautiful natural park and threw in some increasingly weird occurrences that a stressed mind like Henry's can quickly blow out of proportion.
To be clear, 'Firewatch' isn't necessarily a cheerful game. Some of the best moments are the dad jokes exchanged by the two leads and their slow path to friendship, but there are also depressing exchanges and conversation choices that made me feel crappy. As the player I control Henry, but this is a character with his own agenda and motivations and I can only influence him so much.
The Video: Sizing Up the Picture
The art design comes from the fanciful, colorful work of artist Olly Moss, and here the Unity Engine renders his portraiture into a not-quite-cel-shaded form. Surfaces look slick and glossy, much like 'The Witness'. The natural panoramas of trees, meadows, and valleys are rendered beautifully. There is little in the way of creature models or animations and not many animals at all. The framerate is usually fine but for some reason took a nosedive when I stepped into a certain tent towards the end of the game, but that was a short scene.
The Audio: Rating the Sound
Most of the sound effects are pure nature, just like you'd expect from a massive and mostly pristine forest. The music is soft and somewhat regretful, like if wildlife documentaries and a Wes Anderson soundtrack had a lovechild. The voice acting is the real art in 'Firewatch' and the main reason why it is such an immersive experience. The two leads are Cissy Jones, prolific game actor and Telltale collaborator, and Rich Sommer, the instantly recognizable Harry Crane from 'Mad Men'. They do a spectacular job.
Replay Factor
This is a story with basically one outcome, and despite the conversation choices along the way, it's going to get you to the same place. It could perhaps be revisited periodically to uncover the little nooks and crannies in both the dialogue and Yellowstone.
HD Bonus Content: Any Exclusive Goodies in There?
Final Thoughts
After finishing 'Firewatch', I sat in a kind of stunned silence for awhile, the same way I do after watching a particularly powerful movie. It's the rare game that makes you feel something human, something ethereal and difficult to describe. It's not a long game but I finished it in one sitting, completely spellbound. If you are at all a fan of gaming as a method of storytelling, you should probably play 'Firewatch'.
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From his frontline, Dr Spence states that he "fears soon all those with even mild cognitive impairment will be labelled with dementia."[1] Is this just another example of fear mongering by one of the most challenging feature writers for the British Medical Journal? Only time will perhaps tell, but for now let us consider what several authorities say about this subject.
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Dr Frances believes that minor neurocognitive disorder "has necessarily to be based exclusively on extremely fallible clinical criteria that will have unacceptably high false positive rates – surely exceeding 50 percent. Why scare half the people taking the tests unnecessarily, especially when there is no effective treatment even for those who are true positives"'[2]
In the Lancet Neurology, experts in the field of Alzheimer's disease have attested that, whilst progress has undoubtedly been made on biological markers, much remains to be done in standardizing these tests, determining their appropriate set points and patterns of results, and negotiating the difficult transition from research to general clinical practice.[3]
I cannot then reassure Dr Spence regarding this aspect of his "contagion of iatrogenic harm." Furthermore, surely we can agree with Dr Spence that good medical practice should allow questioning of itself. Given such request, a blog article by Jesse Ballenger of March 2010 is worth reading: though two years old, it does not seem out of date.
"The draft of DSM-V does propose significant changes that, while well-intentioned, may greatly extend the medicalization of aging and worsen the stigma of age-associated cognitive decline." [4]
My film on DSM-V is called Medical 203: It was made last year (2012) and is just over 6 minutes long:
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[1] BMJ2012;344:e2346 Bad medicine: modern medicine. Published 28 March 2012
[2] Frances, A. DSM 5 Minor Neurocognitive Disorder. Psychology Today. 16 Feb 2012
[3] Giorgio Giaccone , Thomas Arzberger, Irina Alafuzoff, Safa Al-Sarraj, Herbert Budka, Charles Duyckaerts, on behalf of the BrainNet Europe consortium New lexicon and criteria for the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease The Lancet Neurology, Volume 10, Issue 4, Pages 298 – 299, April 2011
[4] Ballenger, J. DSM-V: Continuing the Confusion about Ageing, Alzheimer's and Dementia. H-Madness blog 19 Mar 2010


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Microblading in Richmond, VA
Microblading your way to superb eyebrows. Eyebrows are able to help make or perhaps destroy your visual appeal. In the event that anyone browse the net with respect to a variety of individuals, one may discover exactly how a brow shape as well as the tone enhances a person's appearance, and also just how modifying them in any kind of way, even merely a little bit, with make-up or even a few other unpredicted activity, may oftentimes greatly enhance or even wreck it. Narrow-tailed askew eyebrows may make you appear frustrated. Brows which are really way too close will definitely help make you appear bothered. Too much away from each other and this is going to ensure anyone seem perplexed or perhaps confused, most especially in the event that they're not actually balanced. That is really the reason why many people who put on make-up take their sweet time so as to repair them.
Rather of investing cash on eyebrow items that you have no idea the best ways to use, you must simply have microblading carried out; it's simply as great, if not much better. It's the best type of cosmetics that is thoroughly developed to appear like genuine eyebrows. It looks so genuine, you cannot even observe how various it is from genuine eyebrows. It readies if you have irregular, thin or unsightly brows. You can even have a microblading treatment done if you formerly had an eyebrow tattoo. Our eyebrow professionals in Richmond, VA can easily arrange your assessment visit.
Richmond, VA Do You Know What Microblading Is?
Micro blading includes utilizing semi-permanent ink to draw hair-like lines on the brow line. Unlike the traditional eyebrow tattoo procedure, you will not wind up with extremely arched eyebrows that alter colors throughout the years. Producing shallow cuts on the skin might sound unpleasant, however in reality it's not. Numerous ladies and males who have actually gone through the treatment discover the experience just like having their eyebrows threaded in the beauty parlor. The procedure can take just a few hours to finish.
It is common for a lot of customers to have a retouch around 18 months after their first microbladed brows session. It depends on the quality of the procedure done however the results can last for three years at the majority of. Unlike brow gel and extensions, it needs the least upkeep. Once it recovers, you can rub on them and swim through them without stressing about your brows getting removed. Most importantly, you'll be waking up every early morning with ideal eyebrows!
Microblading Process: Precisely What To Anticipate?
- Timing-- Anticipate the treatment to last not more than 3 hours. The length of the whole session depends upon the brow shape you desire, and the existing density or shape of your brows. For your 2nd check out, you might have to invest a minimum of Thirty Minutes for the retouch treatment.
- The Interview-- Part of the procedure is comprehending your design preference. The artist will likewise ask you about the kind of cosmetics you utilize plus your goals for your new eyebrows. By performing the interview, the tattoo brow artist will understand exactly what kind of eyebrows will fit you finest.
- Mock-up-- Later on, the expert will draw on your brows the style them inning accordance with exactly what was decideded upon during the assessment. They may be adjusted as lot of times as essential till you are satisfied with it. This will be the guide the professional will follow through the procedure, so make certain that before this step ends, you are definitely sure of the style.
- Numbing-- Before the Richmond, VA artist can start dealing with your brows, one has to use generous amounts of numbing cream. This is an essential procedure because it will help you feel more at ease while the artist makes hair-like cuts on your skin.
- Process - you will be asked to put down and relax. The professional will then begin deal with your brows based on the mock-up drawn. Afterwards, all ink leftovers are gotten rid of from the confront with sterile face wipes.
- Retouch - After your healing phase, you generally return to the artist for a touch-up session. If you think the color is too light or if the shape doesn't suit your face, you can usually come back to have it fixed. The retouch session usually lasts for one to 2 hours. You will only be enabled to have the touch-up session three to four weeks after the initial treatment.
Before and After Microblading Photos
What to Prevent prior to your appointment in Richmond, VA:
- Don't participate in strenuous physical activities and cancel your scheduled trip to the sauna. Such activities can trigger your pores to expand and impact the bonding capability of the ink.
- Vitamin E, aspirin, niacin, vaseline, neosporine and ibuprofen should be avoided a minimum of 24 hours prior to the treatment.
- Do not drink alcohol 24 Hr before the treatment and no caffeine the day of the procedure
- Avoid heavy direct exposure to the sunshine. Your skin must not remain in the procedure of recovery prior to your visit
- Do not take omega-3 (fish oil) one week before your appointment
- Don't set up treatments like Botox, facial peels or laser treatment a month prior to your set up consultation.
Microblading Aftercare
Immediately after the treatment, you might anticipate the area to appear darker, bolder and sharper than the color chosen throughout the consultation. This might last approximately a week while the initial recovery happens. This may seem like sunburn but the light discomfort is something you can manage. During this duration, there may also be some scabbing or flaking of the skin. Let them fall off naturally.
The color of the micro bladed area will be more evident after six weeks. The location will lighten and soften a little, but it might take longer depending on your skin. It might likewise take a much shorter time to heal, in some instances only four weeks for the skin to naturally exfoliate and regenerate. After 5 weeks, you can have the color changed through a touch-up procedure.
WHAT NOT TO DO After Getting Semi Permanent Eyebrow Tattoo:
- Do not get your face wet, most specifically throughout the first 5 days after the appointment. Your shampoo, bath soap and facial cleaners will probably affect the ink's bond with your skin. The pigment will not support appropriately, which will cause the ink to fade faster than usual.
- 2 to 3 weeks after the treatment the skin will start to restore. As it restores, some skin will fall off. Do not pick or scratch the skin since it will result in pigment loss. When the flakes fall off, it will be covered and will appear lighter. Nevertheless they will re-grow within three weeks.
- For the very first 2 Week, you should not utilize any cosmetic item. They can communicate with the chemical components of the dye and impact the ink sedimentation process. They can also make your skin more sensitive than typical.
- Never ever use items like Neosporin or Vaseline or facial cream and lotion to relieve the swelling.
- DO NOT bleach, tint or dye the tattooed location for one month following treatment
- DO NOT use any anti-acne items such as Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid, Proactiv, lightening creams such as hydroquinone and anti-aging products or facial items containing Alpha Hydroxyls (AHAs), Retin-A, Lactic or Glycolic Acids
- DO NOT thread, wax, or utilize hair removal items on the location while still healing.
- Working out need to be avoided at all costs 10 to 2 Week after the session.
- Do not permit the shower to be sprayed straight into your face, and prevent soaking underwater.
- Clip or cut your fringe. Your fringe can induce extreme inflammation and infection.
- You are also not allowed to go to the beach or swimming pool-- even Jacuzzis-- for two weeks.
Eyebrow Tattoo Healing Process
Microblading in Richmond, VA has a few healing phases and requires perseverance. Everyone is different and may have varying private requirements but the following is a general price quote of what may occur to the treated area post-procedure.
- Day 1-5: Right away right after the artist finishes your semi permanent eyebrow tattoo procedure, you will see a dark pigment on your brows. Once the injuries begin to recover, a slim layer of flakes or scabs are going to form on the skin.
- Day 7-10: On the 7th to 10th day, flakes are going to emerge all around the eyebrows. Do not seek to remove them since they will at some point fall off.
- Day 10 - 2 weeks: After the tenth day or as much as two weeks later, your eyebrows might look really light. This is typical and as previously discussed, your skin is still healing and new skin might mask the pigment listed below it, as excess pigment may also be peeling at the same time.
- 3 - Weeks onward (may differ): The treated skin may be fully-healed by this time and will likely end up being more clear. This is the moment the strokes are going to ultimately show up and the true shade will make itself more evident. There certainly may still be imperfections shortly after the healing procedure, such as patches or irregularities on your brows. You may arrange a consultation for a touch-up to repair this.
Frequently Asked Questions on Microblading in Richmond, VA
Micro blading is a milder type of tattoo artistry that is done by implanting a color pigment under the skin utilizing a handheld tool instead of a maker. Hair-like strokes are made use of the eyebrow location to imitate its natural appearance. It is various from a tattoo because it's not as deep, and the results are semi-permanent and lasts as much as 3 years.
Permanent makeup are procedures that replicate the appearance of short-term makeup on the face by inserting cosmetic ink or pigments within the skin. Many regularly done on the eyebrows, lashes, lips and hairline, they presume a degree of permanence depending on the techniques used. Permanent makeup is typically used to remove the need for make-up on certain parts of the face. Microblading falls beneath this classification.
MICROBLADING IS It Really PAINFUL?
Discomfort and pain are dulled down using numbing creams applied on the area before the treatment. On a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being no pain, clients generally experience in between a 2 and 3. Other factors, however, may still come to play, such as menstruations and different discomfort tolerances.
MICROBLADING: IS It Really HARMLESS?
All pigments are cosmetic grade, implying they have satisfied safety requirements, have been sanitized and cleansed and made sure they consist of no toxic compounds that might damage the skin. It is guideline that all needles used are clean and sanitized prior to being shipped to the centers. Ensure that you only go to a relied on clinic.
Though this procedure does not require bedrest, the brow will take about 1 week to get through the initial recovery stage, where later on, the brow will soften in color by approximately 40 to 50 percent. Until it completely recovers by the third week or so, you need to follow aftercare treatments.
Botox can be done but just after the location has actually totally recovered from the micro blading procedure. The doctor should also be notified in advance so that Botox injections can be made without impacting your eyebrow position.
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- 1 (3- to 4-pound) boneless shoulder pork roast or pork butt
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Why Study Sociology?
Does inequality bother you? Do you wonder how vulnerable communities can empower themselves and seek justice? When you study sociology you will understand how systems and experiences of oppression and exclusion as well as privilege and solidarity are created. Armed with this knowledge, you can become an effective agent of social change.
Why Study Sociology at MMC?
In New York City, the global is local. You'll engage all aspects of society through deep exploration of the city's diverse neighborhoods, cultural institutions, political networks, and public policy debates. You'll observe power structures, norms, and hierarchies up close and start to question them using the sociologist's toolkit: data visualization, oral history, statistics, photography, and other methods. Best of all, you'll be knee deep in an urban ecosystem that embraces action and social change leading to greater transparency and equity.
What You Will Learn
Studying people and culture can be a critical complement to almost all areas of study. With a minor in Sociology, our students learn how inequality and discrimination block the road to justice. This knowledge is the substance of a sociology committed to harmony across challenging social differences such as sexuality, race, or, religion. Sociology minors will learn;
- How to identify social phenomena and their causes
- How to explain and articulate social change
- Effective methods to evaluate social welfare
The Sociology program helped me understand that social issues are socially experienced and socially produced even though as a society we tend to blame individuals.Jennifer Fecu '21
Class of 2021, Sociology minor
Sociology opened my eyes to understanding issues of oppression as systemic and institutional rather than individual. Sociology as a framework can be applied to deeply understand and contextualize all facets of life. Sociology pushes you to ask why and search for the truth behind social phenomena.G. Inguanta '13
Class of 2013
The Sojourner Truth Suffrage Academy
Designed to give students the opportunity to explore the history of enfranchisement in the United States and beyond, the Academy offers connection- and immersion-level courses, from American History classes to Black Female Sexuality in Film, Photography and Social Engagement, and The Social Psychology of Dress, among others. The Academy also offers a robust speaker series and collaborates with MMC's renowned Prison Education programs.


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Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma calls on students to take responsibility for SA'S future
"We should be trained not only as job seekers but also to have a mind-set that says, 'I should be a job creator'," – Dlamini-Zuma
"We should be trained not only as job seekers but also to have a mind-set that says, 'I should be a job creator'," – Dlamini-Zuma
South Africa's minister of home affairs, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma recently elected head of the African Union's (AU)secretariat will have to use her experience in creating efficient administrations to move the organisation forward according to local analysts.
Dlamini-Zuma was elected head of the AU commissionafter a drawn out battle between herself and Jean Ping of Gabon. Tension between Francophone and Anglophone countries was allegedly the cause of the six-month long voting process which pitted the leaders against each other for votes.
Receiving 60% of the votes on 15 July, Dlamini-Zuma became the first South African and the first woman to chair the AU since its inception 49 years ago as the Organisation of African Unity (OAU).
Dlamini-Zuma is a qualified medical doctor who finished her degree at Bristol University whilst in exile during Apartheid. She took on the post of Minister of Health after Apartheid ended.
In 1999, after Nelson Mandela retired as president of the republic, Dlamini-Zuma became Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Since Dlamini-Zuma took over control of the Department of Home Affairs as minister in 2009, she has been largely credited for making dramatic positive changes to the department, which has historically been riddled with corruption and inefficiency.
It has not yet been decided whether or not Dlamini-Zuma will remain in this post now that she is the AU Head of the Commission.
Prince Mashele, an analyst at the Centre for Politics and Research, who worked with Dlamini-Zuma's ministry when she was foreign minister told the Mail and Guardian: "She takes her work very seriously … She has the rare quality of putting up very good administrators."
Gwede Mantashe, secretary general of the ANC, noted that while the AU has made some very important decisions to move the continent forward, they have had trouble implementing them in the past.
Dlamini-Zuma's experience in creating efficient administrations and her notorious stern, no-nonsense attitude makes her a suitable candidate for the job.
Congratulations came from all corners of the world, including South African President and Dlamini-Zuma's ex-husband, Jacob Zuma.
"It means a lot for Africa … for the continent, unity and the empowerment of women," Zuma said to Aljazeera.
The African Union Commission is the secretariat of the AU. Other bodies within the organisation include a Pan-African Parliament, currently based in Johannesburg, and a newly developed Peace and Security Council.


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RTE presenter Ryan Tubridy revealed he visited Emma Mhic Mhathúna in hospital just ten days ago.
Cervical Check victim Emma passed away on Sunday morning aged just 37 in her native Kerry.
And speaking out her tragic death today, Ryan revealed he had visited Emma just days ago, admitting they had stayed in touch following her incredibly emotional interview on the Late Late Show in May this year.
"When she finished the interview she stayed in the green room, we stayed talking about two or three hours after the show - that's not common".
He went on to explain that the pair were due to meet up at a coffee shop near St Vincent's Hospital, where she was receiving treatment, just ten days ago, but Emma was too ill to leave the hospital so Ryan visited her in hospital instead.
Describing the difficult visit, an emotional Ryan admitted: "She was in her hospital bed, she was talking, she was compos mentis, but she was not well, her drug treatment – she had two weeks of ten days left on it – and if it didn't take she was in trouble, and we spoke about that."
"I got the impression she was going to get up out of that bed and walk to good health, actually. I was completely deluding myself, probably out of hope rather than reality."
Heartbreakingly, Emma then text him last week to tell him the drug test had not worked and on Sunday, he was informed of her death.
Emma was one of the many women across Ireland who was affected by the CervicalCheck .
She was given an incorrect smear test result in 2013 and brought her case to court.
The mother of five was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2016 after being incorrectly given the all clear three years earlier.
It was revealed earlier this year that she was one of 209 women with the disease that received incorrect results.
She was awarded €7.5 million after settling her case against the HSE and an US lab, since then she had campaigned over the CervicalCheck controversy for openness.


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I wonder what's going to happen to us as we become more and more addicted to screens? I read an article on The Next Web that discussed the increase in hours children spend looking at screens. Something new that has cropped up since my kids were babies is more children have tablets or smartphones. When my kids were little, they spent time with educational computer programs, but the smartphones and tablets didn't exist. Along with the increased screen times for kids, there is an uptick in teens with depression, anxiety, and a decline in physical health.
In "Technology and parenting: addressing the friction: Walking the fine line between technology addiction and entertainment" by Anna Johansson, she cites several studies and breaks down the numbers.
"Raising children has always been tough work. Whether in ancient Greece or modern America, there have always been distinct cultural challenges that come with parenting. Each generation of parents must deal with a new set of issues. It just so happens that one of today's biggest issues is the ubiquitous and addictive nature of technology."
How Much Screen Time is Too Much Screen Time?
It's virtually impossible to be a productive or engaged member of society without some exposure to screens and digital media – even as a young child. But there's clearly a point where too much technology becomes dangerous.
A research project in Canada has been following nearly 2,000 young people from infancy into their teenage years and the results are alarming. Children who spend the most time glued to screens from a young age face the highest risk of emotional, psychological, and physical health issues.
According to journalist Brett Arends, who combed through the study and wrote a piece for MarketWatch, "Those children were more likely to become depressed by age 12 or 13, to be the victims of bullying, to be aggressive, to have lower interpersonal skills, to have unhealthy diets, and to be overweight, the researchers found."
One surprising thing I read in the article was that children from lower income homes (less than $50k annual household income) spend more hours looking at screens than those from higher income (above $75k). Another fact was that people who work in the tech industry are stricter about screen time for their children than people who don't work in the industry.
We know our children look to us and model our behaviors. It's on us to put the phones down. Engage with people face to face. Get out and walk, play in the park, or go for a hike with our kids. As a family I believe it's a good idea to make an effort to have daily screen free time.
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IRVINE, Calif., November 09, 2011 – ROV enthusiasts are sure to be out in force enjoying this three-day Veterans Day Weekend, and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association wants to remind everyone to stay safe while they're having fun.
According to a recent study, dangerous behavior – behavior that is clearly discouraged in operator manuals – was a factor in 98 percent of ROV crashes. Stunting, driving too fast, driving on paved roads, using alcohol or drugs, improper seating of passengers, and refusal to wear helmets and use seat belts were among key reason for unnecessary injuries. Age was another factor. Some 23 percent of the crashes involved children, and the ROHVA says that no one under 16 or without a driver's license should drive an ROV.
"The popularity of ROVs is on the rise because they're an exciting way to enjoy off-roading," said Paul Vitrano, ROHVA executive vice president. "But it's critical that enthusiasts stay safe by driving responsibly." Important safety tips and the right way to treat the environment can be found online at www.rohva.org. ROHVA wants enthusiasts to follow its important ROV Safety Rules and help ensure the safety of drivers, passengers and everyone else off-road.
ROV Safety Rules:
Visitors to www.rohva.org can take ROHVA's award-winning ROV E-Course. The online training is a free, multi-media, interactive safety course that addresses the risks when driving an ROV and reinforces safe practices that will reduce the chance of injury.
Sometimes referred to as side-by-sides or utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), ROVs are motorized off-highway vehicles designed to travel on four or more non-highway tires, with a steering wheel, non-straddle seating, seat belts, an occupant-protective structure, and engine displacement up to 1,000cc. Current models are designed with seats for a driver and one or more passengers. ROVs are used for a variety of outdoor recreational activities as well as many work applications.
The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association is a national industry organization that promotes the safe and responsible use of ROVs. ROHVA is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to develop equipment, configuration and performance standards. Based in Irvine, Calif., the not-for-profit association is sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Kawasaki, Polaris and Yamaha. For more information visit www.rohva.org.


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This morning, The Frenchman woke me up with a kiss. "Did you sleep okay?"
I nodded.
"Did you cough?"
I shook my head.
"Good! Then I have a surprise for you this morning…" He smiled sweetly. "We're going to a historical faire for the year 1720!"
My throat was a tad sore, but I was still very excited. 1720! Wow! Why did they pick that year? "Because that's the year when the Plague hit Marseille. And a time when they had a lot of pirates."
That was the name of the gathering, which was located in the port city, La Ciotat, famous for where they filmed the first movie in history. The phrase is French for "Once Upon a Time." To get in, we had to purchase a "Billet de Santé" to prove we didn't have The Plague (which was kinda cute). Once we arrived, I felt very much at home: musicians, jugglers, nobility, great garb and food far better than you'll ever find at any Renn Faire in the U.S. It wasn't as polished as the now defunct Living History Center faire in the Bay Area, but everyone made a great effort.
The only truly disappointing part was the sword work. They'd set up a rather wretched area full of half-spirited, unskilled young actors with swords and training sticks to run through basic sword moves. They had bad form, no rhythm, no real anything. I wanted badly to jump in and show 'em a thing or two. Alas, there was no steel slinging for me. I left with my heart a bit in my mouth.
Anyway, here are gobs of fun photos with lots more of the day's story.
After the faire, we then went to the Cliffs of Cassis where I took many, somewhat hazardous photos. But can you blame me?
And then we ate crepes, watched LOST and lived happily ever after.
Dormez bien, tout le monde!


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21 comments :
- missfloFebruary 10, 2012 at 7:32 AM
WHAT THE...!!!!!!ReplyDelete
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wow, wonder if pandas and koalas and seals ect. will get them!
- missfloFebruary 10, 2012 at 7:33 AM
man spacing always messes upReplyDelete
- TheHowlerFebruary 10, 2012 at 7:44 AM
Yeah I get it aloooot too.It's soo annooying!
NOT THE NUMBERS! NO! PLEASE NOT THE NUMBERS 2 1 2 0 (BUT NOT IN THAT ORDER OBVIOUSLY) NOOOOO!ReplyDelete
Sorry about that...
- wolvesofbeyondFebruary 10, 2012 at 2:00 PM
Sealofbeyond will faint with delight if the penguins are non member....ReplyDelete
O.o, the numbers on the hat that's on the monkey are backwards. x3ReplyDelete
I can't wait until penguins are out!! They better be non member because if they aren't I'll email aj hq as many times as possible! Every second of the day. Lol.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 10, 2012 at 3:28 PM
hmm well i used up both my animal slots. i'm nonmember, i have a bunny and a seal (i gave up my koala to get a water animal)ReplyDelete
i hope i don't have to recycle my animal... i really like both my animals. i liked my koala.
the thing is, its frustrating to use my seal on land (it just flops awkwardly and moves slowly) so maybe the penguins will be better (i imagine they will waddle? i hope it will move better, idk)
but i hope they might expand the animal slots for nonmembers... even to 3
but i guess that once its 3, people will want to be 4 when new animals come out. then they will want one of everything... once it keeps on expanding..
sorry if its hard to read this long post
hey snowyclaw!ReplyDelete
I know this is a super random question but,
How did you change the mouse cursor to that cool arrow thingie?!
Thx :D
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For me to ask them to let me get chat.
- AnonymousFebruary 10, 2012 at 10:45 PM
How do you get thew top hats, anyway?ReplyDelete
U can get freedom hats at the fourth of july, and top hats were out in beta.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 11, 2012 at 9:02 AM
I meant the fancy top hats.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 12, 2012 at 1:26 AM
Snowyclaw,pleeeaaasse may you tell AJHQ to make penguins nonmember ,my life almost depends on it.ReplyDelete
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- sealofbeyondFebruary 12, 2012 at 4:03 PM
well... my computer is having so much glicths when I logged on.it was to:6:o1 A.M.ReplyDelete
- DanceLoveMarch 4, 2012 at 6:36 PM
Hi Snowy claw!I wish does penguins were available to non members. I had one of does fancy top hats, but I no longer have them for some unknown reason. Ok, the truth is I traded them.ReplyDelete
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Remember jammers, no swearing or bullying on the blog! You can leave your opinion on matters, but be sure to be polite and respect others'. Happy jamming! ~Snowyclaw