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Body modifications and mutilations, intentional permanent or semipermanent alterations of the living human body for reasons such as ritual, folk medicine, aesthetics, or corporal punishment. In general, voluntary changes are considered to be modifications, and involuntary changes are considered mutilations. Common methods that have been used are incision, perforation, complete or partial removal, cautery, abrasion, adhesion, insertion of foreign bodies or materials, compression, distention, diversion, enlargement, and staining. By the early 21st century, many practices, whether medical (dentistry, orthodontics, surgery), aesthetic (using cosmetics), or some combination of these (engaging in athletic training regimens), had become so common they were rarely thought of as body modifications.
Modifications have generally been used to mark the social position of an individual in a manner visible to and recognized by other members of the society. That similar modifications are interpreted very differently from one culture to the next is an excellent indication of the relativity of ideals of beauty and deformity.
The head
Modifications of the head have included alterations of the skull, teeth, lips, tongue, nose, or ears. Deformation of the skull is the best-documented form, largely because archaeological skeletal remains clearly show its presence. Tabular deformations are produced by constant pressure of small boards or other flattened surfaces against the infant's head (see head flattening). Annular deformations are produced by a constricting band; each kind is subdivided according to the resulting head shape, which is often strikingly different from the unmodified skull. Cases of cranial modification are known from all continents except Australia and Oceania, although it was rather rare in Africa south of the Sahara and apparently absent from South India.
Dental modifications have often taken the form of removal, usually of one or more incisors (ancient Peru, most Australian Aborigines, some groups in Africa, Melanesia, and elsewhere); sharpening to a point or other pattern by chipping (Africa) or filing (ancient Mexico and Central America); filing of the surface, sometimes into relief designs (Indonesia); incrustation with precious stones or metal (Southeast Asia, India, ancient Mexico, and Ecuador); insertion of a peg between the teeth (India); and blackening (South India, hill peoples in Myanmar [Burma], some Malaysian groups).
Perforation of the lower lip (or less often the upper) for insertion of a decorative plug or other ornament was once widespread among Africans, lowland South American Indians, the Indians of the northwest North American coast, and the Inuit (Eskimo). Striking examples include those of the women of the Mursi and Sara tribes of Africa (for a time commonly known as Ubangi, after the name erroneously applied in P.T. Barnum's publicity), whose lips were pierced and then stretched slowly over time to accommodate ever-larger inserts.
Piercing of the tongue has been a common form of sacrifice through time. It was practiced by the ancient Aztec and Maya Indians, who drew a cord of thorns through the tongue. Some Australian tribes also drew blood from gashes under the tongue at initiation rites.
For the insertion of decorative objects through the nose, perforation of the septum or of one or both of the wings, or alae (or both procedures combined), was widespread among South American Indians, Melanesians, and inhabitants of India and Africa; it was sporadic elsewhere (e.g., among Polynesians and North American Indians).
Perforation of the earlobe for insertion of an ornament is widespread. Sometimes the hole is gradually stretched to carry a larger ornament or to yield a greater distended pendant margin. More rarely, ornaments have been inserted in holes in the cartilage along the ear's auricular margin (eastern North American Indians, some African and tropical South American groups).
By the end of the 20th century, piercing of the ears, tongue, nose, lips, and other parts of the head had become a social marker within some Western cultural groups, among whom the practice often signified youthfulness or a willingness to engage in social experimentation. While various forms of piercing were fairly common, a few individuals engaged in more radical body modifications such as having their tongues surgically split or having surgical implants placed under the skin of the face or skull.
The genitalia
The best-known and most widespread genital alteration is male circumcision. Subincision (opening the urethra along the inferior surface of the penis for a varying distance between the urinary meatus and the scrotum) was a common practice at puberty initiations among Australian Aborigines and has been recorded as a therapeutic measure among Fijians, Tongans, and Amazonian Indians. Customary unilateral castration (monorchy) was known in central Algeria, among the Beja (Egypt), Sidamo (Ethiopia), San and Khoekhoe (southern Africa), and some Australian Aborigines, and on Pohnpei Island (Micronesia). Bilateral castration was common to produce eunuchs for Muslim harem attendants, for servants in China's Imperial Palace, and for several centuries (until prohibited by Pope Leo XIII in the late 19th century) to produce male sopranos or contraltos called castrati (see castrato) for ecclesiastical chants in the Roman Catholic Church. Bilateral castration was mentioned as punishment for adultery among the Zande (central Africa), Babylonians, ancient Egyptians, ancient Chinese, and elsewhere.
Among the Toraja and Sadang (Sulawesi, Indonesia) and some Dayak groups (Borneo), many adult men wore a penis pin, knobbed on each end and averaging about 1.5 inches (4 cm) long, in a permanent perforation through the glans to increase pleasure in their sexual partners. The Alfur (Sulawesi) inserted pebbles under the skin of the glans for the same purpose.
Modifications of female genitalia have been many and varied. They have included excision of part or all of the clitoris (known as clitoridectomy) and sometimes also of the labia, mons, or both, in much of Africa, ancient Egypt, India, Malaysia, and Australia and among the Skoptsy (a Russian Christian sect). Incision of the external genitalia, without removal of any part, was found among the Totonac (Mexico) and tropical South American Indians. Infibulation, practiced in parts of northern and eastern Africa, involves cutting away the clitoris, labia minora, and most of the labia majora and inducing their adhesion; this leaves only a small genital orifice and is thought to prevent sexual intercourse until the orifice is reopened by incision. Dilatation of the vaginal orifice, often with incision, was found among some Australian Aborigines. Elongation of the labia (tablier) was recorded for southern Africa and the Caroline Islands, and artificial defloration was found among Australian Aborigines and elsewhere. Because many cases of forcible female genital alteration were recorded during the late 20th and early 21st centuries (see female genital cutting), the issue became the focus of international debates about the relative value of individual rights versus cultural traditionalism.
The limbs and extremities
Constriction of the arms or legs by tight bands may cause permanent enlargement of the unconstricted area. The custom occurred among several East African and tropical South American peoples and also sporadically in Nigeria, Southeast Asia, and Melanesia.
From the Tang dynasty (ad 618–907) until the 20th century, many Chinese women had their feet tightly bound in early childhood, forming the famous "golden lily" feet, much reduced in size and deformed to match an aesthetic ideal.
Amputation of a phalanx or whole finger, usually as a form of sacrifice or in demonstration of mourning, was common among North American Indians, Australian Aborigines, San and Khoekhoe, Nicobarese, Tongans, Fijians, and some groups in New Guinea, South America, and elsewhere. Amputation of the toes was less common but occurred in Fijian mourning.
The skin
Modification of the skin has been accomplished in a number of ways. Tattooing introduces colour into the skin through the use of needles or similar instruments. The increase in piercing among late 20th-century Westerners was accompanied by a parallel increase in tattooing. In cicatrization, or scarification, raised scars (keloids) are produced by incision or burning, usually in decorative patterns. Scarification occurred primarily among darker-skinned peoples in much of Africa, among Australian Aborigines and the Maori of New Zealand, and in many Melanesian and New Guinean groups and was practiced both for aesthetic effect and to indicate status or lineage. Another form of skin modification is the introduction of objects under the skin—e.g., magical protective amulets inserted under the skin by some peoples of Myanmar.
The torso
Modification of the torso focuses on the neck, trunk, and breasts. The Padaung women of Myanmar were famous for stretching their necks—by means of coiled brass neck rings—to a length of about 15 inches (38 cm), pushing down the collarbone, compressing the rib cage, and pulling up about four thoracic vertebrae into the neck.
The shape of the breasts has often been altered for aesthetic reasons by compression (e.g., in the Caucasus, in 16th–17th century Spain) or distention (e.g., among the Payaguá of Paraguay). Silicone gel implants to enlarge the breasts came into use in the United States and other societies in the second half of the 20th century. Removal of all or part of the breast was known among the legendary Amazons, female warriors of classical folklore; removal of both nipples of both breasts was performed for religious reasons by the Skoptsy; and amputation of the breasts was a punishment prescribed under the Code of Hammurabi.
The shape of the torso has also been subject to modification. Among several African peoples (Efik, Ganda, Nyoro, and others), girls were secluded at puberty for several months and fattened with special diets. In some cultures, as among the Saharawi of North Africa, this tradition continued into the 21st century. Women in Middle Eastern harems were also artificially fattened for aesthetic reasons.
The reverse effect, extreme thinness, was popular among the elite in Europe and its colonies from at least the 16th century onward; it was achieved by means of caloric restriction and the use of tight-fitting corsets (see also dress). These devices could cause permanent and deleterious deformations of the rib cage and internal organs, and their use occasionally resulted in the wearer's death. Corset use diminished in the 20th century, although the aesthetic emphasis on thinness continued in much of the developed world; some attempts to achieve extreme thinness were linked to potentially life-threatening illnesses such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa.
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rite of passage: Symbolic aspects of ceremonies…markers of new status are alterations and embellishments of visible or invisible parts of the body, distinctive garments and bodily decorations, and insignias corresponding to symbols of office. All parts of the body that may be altered or embellished without ordinarily causing serious disability have served as the symbols of…
feast: Crucial stages of life…means of similar practices: the cutting or piercing of sexual organs. Among the Kamba of eastern Africa, who perform similar puberty rites of passage, those initiated into adulthood are given presents, and offerings are made to the ancestors. A significant aspect of the festival celebrating the rite of passing from…
Hadrian: Last years…had an abhorrence of physical mutilation and even went so far as to declare that castration was no less a crime than murder. In the same spirit he denounced and forbade circumcision, which he viewed as mutilation. There is no reason to imagine that Hadrian intended by his measure to…
Mangbetu…and for their practice of deforming the heads of babies by binding them tightly so that they retained through life a curiously elongated form. Contemporary Mangbetu continue to attract artistic interest with their exquisitely carved knives, wooden containers for honey, statues, musical instruments, and jars.…
corporal punishment
Corporal punishment, the infliction of physical pain upon a person's body as punishment for a crime or infraction. Corporal punishments include flogging, beating, branding, mutilation, blinding, and the use of the stock and pillory. In a broad sense, the term also denotes the physical disciplining of children in the schools…
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YMCA, neighbor disagree on P&Z project approval
Despite imposing more than 30 conditions, New Canaan's Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the YMCA renovation project Tuesday night.
With the approval, the YMCA will be allowed to use Putnam Road for construction access.
"The commission finds that the neighbors who oppose the application did not provide evidence from a qualified traffic expert that the Putnam Road access point was not the safest (alternative)," the approved resolution states.
However, access to the facility from Putnam Road only will be allowed for heavy construction vehicles. In addition, such traffic would be restricted to 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and after 3:30 p.m. to avoid coinciding with children walking to and from the schools. In addition, the Y will be required to employ traffic monitors at the Putnam Road construction entrance and at the intersection of South Avenue and Surrey Road -- the later connects Putnam with South Avenue.
The project aims to renovate the rear half of the building, replace both swimming pools and locker rooms, and upgrade the gyms and wellness areas.
YMCA officials asked to set up a construction entrance on Putnam Road because they said it would provide direct access to the rear of the facility, where the construction will take place, and avoid crossing the front parking lot where they say there is a lot of traffic. Experts also have said it would not be safe to have trucks crossing the gas pipeline, which runs at an angle underneath the property.
Area residents, however, have opposed the proposed Putnam Road access, claiming construction trucks would make the neighborhood unsafe for children.
The YMCA is located at 564 South Ave. -- next to Saxe Middle School. Putnam Road is located right behind the rear of the facility. Children who live in that neighborhood, according to the residents, are not eligible to take the school bus because of the short distance so many of them walk to school.
New Canaan YMCA spokesman George Russell said the organization is "very pleased" with the decision.
"We intend to fully comply with the P&Z's conditions," Russell said Wednesday. "In studying these conditions, we believe they're all reasonable. In fact, many of these conditions are actions that we would take independently anyway."
Michael Dorfsman, an outspoken Putnam Road resident, said Wednesday that he and other neighbors were still reviewing the approved resolution and conditions, but added that the limitations would provide "very minimal protection" to the children in the area. He said there would be many children playing, running and riding bikes in the area during summertime. "What happens in July and August?" he said.
One of the 33 conditions imposed with the approval of the project is that YMCA officials must ask the Board of Education to allow them to make a temporary construction road along the south end of the Saxe Middle School field. If approved, the road would be used for construction access, replacing the Putnam Road option.
The Board of Education informally rejected the idea in February and Y officials themselves have said there would be even more pedestrians and children in that construction path.
Commission member John Goodwin said the Board of Education should reconsider because the YMCA is "an extension of the school system." He noted that the schools' swimming teams use the Y's pools to practice.
"The YMCA is just a part of this town as the schools are part of this town," Goodwin said.
Dorfsman said the path through the school would be the best solution.
"Coming through Saxe would be a much safer alternative, especially because you take the gas pipeline out of the equation," he said.
Russell said the Y has no problem going back to the Board of Education
"The Y remains quite comfortable with Saxe access if that is an option," he said. "While it would be more expensive for the YMCA, we believe we can make that work."
Planning and Zoning wants the YMCA to request a formal response from the Board of Education within 60 days.
The commission also decided to allow the Y to install only 20 additional parking spaces. The organization had requested 68 additional ones.
The main purpose of the renovation, according to YMCA officials, is to replace deteriorating infrastructure. The facility's locker rooms, which have never been renovated, would be more accessible for people with special needs.
YMCA officials hope to begin the project this year but a breaking ground date still is to be determined.
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Marketplace reports that Volkswagen, which is on a drive to dominate the global car market, aims to double its sales in the United States. But it knows its cars have never really met most of our needs. So, like every contrite husband who's ever had to apologize for neglecting a spouse, VW is vowing to put us first from now on.
Browning told the public radio folks, "You know, the German engineering really drives a lot of integrity into our vehicles. But the German engineering focus has also perhaps not always been sensitive to some of the priorities of our U.S. customers." For example, something like cruise control isn't used too frequently in Europe, but is a given on an American car. He says VW gets points off from J.D. Power & Associates if it doesn't have those features. "So, what we're doing is making sure our vehicles are now designed first and foremost with the U.S. customer requirements in mind," Browning says.
Disc brakes, though, we couldn't care less about.
2nd Gear: Renault Dangles The Alpine As It Mulls Going Upscale
Bloomberg reports that Renault is talking again about bringing back sporty Alpine (remember the Renault Alpine Concept?) and creating another high-end brand as it tries to become a global car company. We've been hearing about the return of the Alpine for at least five years now, but Renault chief operating officer Carlos Tavares puts it in a bigger context than just having a single luxury nameplate.
He says Renault would like to offer four brands starting with no-frills Dacia, Renault offering volume cars with more options, Alpine serving as the sports-car make and the Initiale Paris insignia becoming the luxury brand. Without a high-end brand, the most expensive Renault is the Espace minivan, which sells for about $44,000.
Adding luxury cars would boost Renault's chances outside Europe, especially in China, one of the world's most competitive luxury market. "We may have one day a luxury brand," Tavares said. "That would help from a profitability standpoint because everybody's always looking at VW and what Audi represents for the VW group."
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But she agreed that "change can be unsettling" and says GM is trying to educate retirees through 75 group meetings, a dedicated call center, information available online, and more. It isn't clear whether that's going to calm any retirees down, though. As we've seen over the years when GM retirees lose something they thought they'd earned, they get pretty touchy about it.
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Okay, let's see a show of hands: who thinks we'll ever see any kind of light rail, streetcars or rapid transit buses on Woodward Avenue in our lifetimes? As somebody who loves streetcars and rides them whenever she gets a chance, I think it's a shame that there can't be something done. On the other hand, once these projects get started, the costs start to soar, and when the federal government is telling you that your plan is flawed, it's probably pretty flawed.
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WASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission has proposed fining Google(GOOG_) $25,000 for obstructing an investigation into the company's collection of data from unencrypted Wi-Fi networks in 2010, according to a published media report.
The probe looked at whether Google broke rules designed to prevent electronic eavesdropping when its Street View service collected and stored the data from the Wi-Fi networks, the newspaper reported.
The FCC proposed the fine late Friday night, the Journal said.
Google may appeal the proposed fine before the commission makes it final, the Journal said. The company has said that it inadvertently collected the data and stopped doing so when it realized what was going on, the newspaper added.
Shares of Google closed Friday down $26.41 at $624.60.
FCC proposes fine for Google Wi-Fi snooping case 'obstruction'
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Summary: The U.S. FCC has proposed a $25,000 fine after Google "impeded and delayed" an investigation into collecting wireless payload data from unencrypted Wi-Fi networks.
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is proposing a $25,000 fine against Google for "deliberately impeded and delayed" an ongoing investigation into whether it breached federal laws over its street-mapping service, the Wall Street Journal reports.
The FCC initiated an investigation in 2010 after Google collected and stored payload data from unencrypted wireless networks as part of its Google Maps Street View service. Its intended use, Google says, was to build up a list of Wi-Fi network hotspots to aid geolocation services on mobile devices through 'assisted-GPS.
The U.S. followed suit after many European countries, including Germany, which has some of the strictest data protection and privacy laws in the world. But the European nation went one step further and told Google to withdraw its Street View cars from the country altogether.
Google also drew fire from the UK's data protection agency after it was told it committed a "significant breach" of the UK and European data lawswhen it collected wireless data from home networks. It was audited by the regulator and was told it "must do more" to improve its privacy policies. Google said it had taken "reasonable steps" to further protect the data of its users and customers.
But the FCC stopped short of accusing Google of directly violating data interception and wiretapping laws, citing lack of evidence. The federal communications authority did not fine the company under eavesdropping laws, as there is no set precedent for applying the law against 'fair-game' unencrypted networks.
The FCC took the action after it believed Google was reluctant to co-operate with the authorities after the scandal emerged. An FCC statement added that a Google engineer thought to have written the code that collected the data invoked his Fifth Amendment rights to prevent self-incrimination.
Google can appeal the fine. Despite the fine being a mere fraction of the company's U.S. annual turnover, not doing so until its legal avenues are exhausted would almost be an admittance of guilt.
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Facebook also drew fire from the regulators after the U.S. Federal Trade Commission allowed the social networking giant to settle, allowing users to opt-in to its sharing privacy settings, rather than opting-out; seen as a major win for U.S. users' privacy on the site.
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Grave of Lewis Elijah Benedict?
I came across this reference while looking up the grave of Ruben Rist (1st settler of Indian Lake)...
"Gravesite of Lewis Elijah Benedict - A son of the Indian Sabael [1797-1860], aka Lazare Panadis. Grave marked by a tear-shaped rock with a hole in its center. It is located west of the Ranger's home at Durant Lake."
Is anybody familiar with the campground at Lake Durant? Am I safe to assume this grave site is near the caretaker's cabin a few hundred yards inside the entrance at the eastern edge of the lake? I have never been there and am looking at a basic map of the campground.
Better yet... has anybody visited this site?
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For anybody interested it was Lewis Elijah Benedict who in 1826 led David Henderson to the vein of iron ore that would eventually be mined at Upper Works/ McIntyre Mine. He was also was the son of Penobscot Indian Sabael (Benedict), first settler of Hamilton County, and for whom the Hamlet of Sabael and Indian Lake are named for.
I ended up finding the grave this past weekend. I pulled in the main drive of the Lake Durant campground and was directed to park near the boat launch (red arrow on the pic below) by the woman working the gate. From there I walked over the bridge to the right of the boat launch, down the wide trail for a few hundred yards until I arrived at the clearing, then doubled back around the trees and headed toward the Ranger's residence. The stone grave marker was right there (white arrow) in the small area between the trees. If you get to the driveway or back yard of the residence you've gone too far. I suppose you could walk in down the trail from the pull-off on Rte 28 and it would be a bit easier.
I also stopped at the grave of Reuben Rist. You may have seen the sign marking the grave as you're driving on Rte 28. The grave site is just up the hill from the sign. There's a clear path that leads right to it. It's right at the edge of somebody's back yard in the woods.
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POMONA — A man was airlifted to an emergency room this afternoon after he was stabbed in the arm in Pomona, police officials said.
The stabbing was reported around 3:30 p.m. near Holt Boulevard and Reservoir Street, Pomona police officials said.
The man was bleeding profusely from a stab wound to his arm and due to the heavy bleeding authorities made the decision to fly him out to Los Angeles County USC Medical Center.
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SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Barry University women's tennis team accomplished what it set out to do Wednesday -- win efficiently. The No. 1 Buccaneers swept No. 19 Midwestern State, 5-0, in the NCAA Championships Round of 16 at Surprise Tennis & Racquet Complex.
Efficiency was the name of the game on this day.
"Of course it helps a lot with your confidence, and it helps the team as well because you get off the quick," Barry freshman Emma Onila said after picking up a pair of victories. "It's a little strange to play here because the balls fly, so you have to adapt."
The Bucs (27-0) made all the necessary adjustments in this one, and now advance to the quarterfinals at 4 p.m. EST Thursday when they will meet No. 2 Armstrong Atlantic (27-1). Barry beat Armstrong, 5-4, in Miami Shores during the regular season.
Thursday's quarterfinal match can be seen live on the NCAA.com's Streaming Site.
"Tomorrow, I think the focus for us is going to be for us to win our doubles," Onila said. "We just have to play our best, try our best, and that's it."
Wednesday, the Bucs were on top of their game in pairs play. Elisabeth Abanda and Onila, the No. 8-ranked doubles team in the country, beat Sarita Adhikary and Lauren Pineda, 8-3, at the top flight. Linda Fritschken and Akemi Maehama were 8-2 winners over Kayla Casey and Madeline Schorlemmer at No. 2. Karina Goia and Isabela Miro beat Fatima Clementino and KynZee Watson, 3-0, at No. 3.
That put the Bucs ahead 3-0 entering singles play.
Fritschken made quick work of Casey, 6-1, 6-0, at No. 3 singles to move Barry within a point of clinching the match. Ranked 30th in the nation, Onila sealed the deal with a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Taylor Coffman, at No. 2.
Barry was up a set in the remaining four singles matches with Abanda leading at No. 1, Goia ahead at No. 4, Maehama up at No. 5 and Miro in front at No. 6.
"It's a great feeling," Onila said. "I just hope to continue (playing well), and hopefully we'll come through with a win."


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How to install software is easily accessible and described in the manual: apt-get update; apt-get install whatever-you-want
The "problem" is that some software can't be distributed this way because of various reasons (usually legal) and if you really want to have it you have to resort to hacks and the "old way" of installing stuff in a horrible unsafe way. We as a distribution do not recommend nor support this as we can't possible help with stuff we can't inspect ourselves. If we could, we could all still be using the other non-free OSes…
Note also that "popular" is a definition problem. I never used nor even installed "Skype" or "TeamViewer" (for the later, I don't even have an idea what it possibly could be), so its at least not popular with me and my peers…
And btw flash can be installed "easily" if you enable non-free sources… you just might want to consider if you can have a life without it instead. Many people (me included) can. You can also try one of the many free tools which try to replace certain parts of it like "gnash" if you really have to use it.
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apt-get install whatever-you-want is not always possible.
An operating system with no possibility to watch videos on YouTube and talk with family is problematic.
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Adobe Flash you get with flashplugin-nonfree - just enable non-free in your Debian sources.
About Skype or Teamviewer - this is proprietary software. There should be instructions at the homepages ofthese programs.
Feel free to add installation informations in our Wiki.
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elish wrote:
I would like to suggest making installation instructions for software like Flash, Skype, TeamViewer etc. easily located in the website.
@ elish, as I understand you are quite new here. Aptosid is coming and will always come with only free programs. This is one of the legs aptosid is standing on. That means that you will never be able to get any of your suggested packages in on an aptosid iso because they are not free.
As others have written already you are free to install whatever you want on your computer after installation. Please read the manual. And if you want to understand the Debian policy about free and non-free programs read this:
There are a lot of other linux distributions who comes with a lot of the non-free programs as default, you can use them if you want, but with aptosid you get a very fast and stable os without a lot of programs you probably don't need and you are free to install exactly what you want after the aptosid install.
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My intention was to help new users with very little Linux knowledge trying this distribution.
The average user doesn't care about policies.
If things can not work out of the box there are three options:
1. do nothing -> potential users will skip aptosid
2. explain how to install proprietary software
3. offer free alternatives to popular programs
Last two options will ease transition from other operating systems.
Again, putting novice users in mind.
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elish wrote:
My intention was to help new users with very little Linux knowledge trying this distribution.
The average user doesn't care about policies.
If things can not work out of the box there are three options:
1. do nothing -> potential users will skip aptosid
2. explain how to install proprietary software
3. offer free alternatives to popular programs
Last two options will ease transition from other operating systems.
Again, putting novice users in mind.
That is a very good intention elish. But my intention is to tell you that it's not the aptosid developers goal to make a distributions for novices. If they did want to do that it wouldn't be aptosid anymore. Aptosid is:
What is aptosid? - Debian Hot & Spicy!
Welcome to aptosid : Current release: aptosid 2013-01
aptosid is an operating system based on the Debian GNU/Linux unstable branch, codenamed sid, and our ISOs hold fast to the core values and the Social Contract of Debian (DFSG).
We aim to be 100% compatible with debian sid, and we are at the forefront regarding the definition of a 'rolling' distribution.
Using aptosid, with Debian, will give you access to over 30,000 free and open source packages, be it for private, business or public use and will provide you with the cutting edge of the latest software currently available.
If you are new to aptosid and do not know where to start, then look at the manual's Quick Start page.
That is the goal with aptosid and what the developer wants to do.
One other intention from me was to tell you that if you suggest things witch is not fitting in the description of aptosid you will not get anywhere with that. It's a little like buying a Ford and then tell the manufacturers that you want it to be like a Volkswagen
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A toddler boy visiting the Pittsburgh zoo somehow managed to fall into the wild dog exhibit and be ripped to shreds while his helpless mother watched from above. The horrific tragedy happened on Sunday and within minutes the story was everywhere with many questioning exactly how the little boy fell into the exhibit in the first place.
It's a good question. Wild "painted" African dogs are about the size of Labrador retrievers, weight about 37 to 80 pounds and are most dangerous in a pack. In this case, 11 dogs attacked the boy, though it is unclear whether he died from the fall or from the attack as yet.
One thing is clear: None of this should have been possible. A woman trying to "give her child a better view" should not have been able to drop him into the exhibit.
Of course, there are questions. Why did the mother not jump in after him? Understandably it happened in a matter of a seconds and the dogs were on him immediately. But imagining myself in that scenario, I can't imagine I would not make the (probably stupid) choice to jump right in and beat off the dogs.
Or maybe not.
Obviously, I can't judge the mom. I don't have any understanding of what that must have been like for her. What I can judge, though, is the zoo. For many reasons.
First of all, zoos are generally just controversial. The last dog -- a species considered endangered -- was shot because of this incident. It's not really the dog's fault. He was not a domesticated dog. He was a wild African beast who should probably be roaming in his native land, not on display for a toddler to be eaten.
Even more to the point, why was a mother able to drop her child into the exhibit? I have been to a thousand zoos from San Diego to Cincinnati and around the world and never once do I remember seeing an exhibit where it was possible to "accidentally" fall into a cage. Sure, someone who WANTED to scale a fence could do so. Stupid people do that regularly. But on "accident"? That just seems wrong.
Maybe we was wiggling. Maybe the mom was holding him in a bad way. Maybe she should not have been holding him in the way she was at all. But really, he should not have been able to fall into the exhibit. Until it is clear how this happened, I will place blame on the zoo.
The poor grieving mom, who screamed for help so loudly she was heard all over the park, is not the first person I would blame. This story is everything that is wrong with zoos.
Painted dogs are not an "exhibit." They are wild animals capable of great destruction. As parents, we trust the zoos to know that and keep us safe. How did this happen? It is unimaginable and my heart breaks for that poor mom.
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Amid what appears to be a series of planned attacks on Israelis traveling abroad, Israel's Mossad spy agency reportedly fears Muslim extremists could try to repeat the 1972 massacre of Israeli athletes at the Munich Olympics when the games are held in London next month.
Last week, a Muslim terrorist with suspected ties to Lebanon's Hizballah militia detonated a bomb on a tourist bus in Bulgaria as it transported a group of Israelis to a local airport. Six people were killed and dozens more wounded.
Days earlier, Cypriot officials arrested a Lebese man traveling on a forged Swedish passport after learning that he was planning a terrorist attack. The man was found in possession of photographs and other surveillance tracking Israelis living on the island.
At the time of the Bulgaria bombing, Israeli officials said the coinciding terrorist incidents abroad was not a coincidence, and cautioned that Iranian-backed terrorist forces may have planned a whole series of attacks on Israeli targets.
According to the Times of London, Israeli spymasters believe the Israeli delegation to the London Games is simply too tempting a target. In 1972, a Palestinian terrorist cell connected to Yasser Arafat and current Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas took members of the Israeli Olympic team hostage in their apartments. By the end of the showdown with German police, the terrorists had executed 11 of the 31 Israeli athletes and coaches. Unnamed sources cited by the Times said such a scenario could play out again in London if proper precautions are not taken.
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Gilad stressed that there is currently no concrete threat of an Olympic attack, and noted that while the Bulgaria bombing had made widespread headlines, Israel and its partners had managed to thwart many more attacks on Israeli traveling abroad.
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Resistor part codes
Through-hole resistors
Most resistors you'll see are marked with a part code, in the form of colored bands painted onto the resistor. These can be read via a defined standard like this:
Let's make an example of this resistor:
First find the tolerance band, it will typically be gold or silver (in this case, it's silver).
Starting from the other end, identify the first band, and write down the number associated with that color. In this case the color is red, so you write down "2."
Now the next color is green, so write down a "5" (so far, you've got "25").
Now read the third or 'multiplier' band (blue = 1M) and multiply the value by it. Here, the indicated resistance value is 25 MOhm.
The tolerance band tells you how accurate the resistor's marked value is; here, it's silver -- so it's a 10% resistor (kinda' cheap). In all, this resistor will have a resistance of 25 ± 2.5 MOhm.
Note that 1% and 2% resistors will have 3 digits of resistance value.
Some surface-mount resistors are marked with exactly the same color code as shown above for through-hole resistors. More often, though, surface-mount resistors are marked with a basic three symbol code -- the first two marked digits are the first two digits of the value, and the third digit is a multiplier (power of ten). This marking system is exactly the same as the marking system used for ceramic capacitors. All the values marked are in Ohms.
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Former Orange Coast College tailback Ray Holley has signed as a free agent with the Baltimore Ravens, Pirates football coach Mike Taylor said in an announcement made by the school.
Holley who playd at OCC in 2008 and 2009, completed his college career at Louisiana Tech.
As a sophomore at OCC, Holley rushed for 1,457 yards, which was then a school single-season record, on 311 carries. His record was topped two years later when Domenic Betts rushed for 1,772 yards.
A one-man show for the Pirates in 2009, Holley capped off his Coast career by rushing for 266 yards and five touchdowns on 42 carries against Long Beach City College, tying the school record for touchdowns in a game. He was responsible for 75% of the team's touchdowns and 54.4% of the team's total offense in 2009.
Holley finished his two seasons at Coast with 1,921 rushing yards on 410 carries. Both totals rank second in OCC annals behind Jeff Clayton's 2,507 yards on 421 carries in 1993-94. His strong play in 2009 earned Holley the school's Male Athlete of the Year award.
At Louisiana Tech, he rushed for 750 yards and seven touchdowns on 142 carries in 2012. He also caught 34 passes for 324 yards and a touchdown and he finished his Tech career averaging 4.8 yards per carry and 9.2 yards per catch. Holley earned second-team, All-Western Athletic Conference honors last fall.
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The Orange Coast College baseball team will visit Palomar for a best-of-three regional in the California Community College Athletic Assn. Southern California playoffs beginning Friday.
The Pirates (22-14), who finished fifth in the Orange Empire Conference, will battle Palomar (24-11). Game 1 is 2 p.m.
Game 2 is Saturday at 10 a.m. and Game 3, if necessary, will follow Saturday.
If victorious, OCC would advance to a four-team super regional.
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The UC Irvine women's tennis team plays San Jose State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday at 9 a.m. at USC's Marks Tennis Stadium.
This is the third trip to the NCAA Tournament for the Anteaters, who also advanced in 2007 and 2010.
Coach Mike Edles' Anteaters, who have never won an NCAA Tournament match, are (22-4) and have won 20 of their last 21. UCI defeated San Jose State, 4-3, on Jan. 20.
San Jose State is 19-5.
— From staff reports
Locals stand out
Three local players helped the USC women's water polo team defeat Stanford, 11-7, to win the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation championship in Berkeley on Sunday
The next day, the Trojans were awarded the top seed for the NCAA Championship that begins May 10 at Harvard.
USC (24-1) features junior co-captain Kaleigh Gilchrist (Newport Harbor High) and seniors Nicolina McCall (Newport Harbor) and Chelsea Silvers (Newport Beach-Mater Dei). Gilchrist's 41 goals rank second on the team. USC opens the national championships against No. 8-seeded Pomona-Pitzer.
Stanford (27-2), the two-time defending NCAA champion, was awarded an at-large berth and the No. 2 seed for the eight-team tournament. The Cardinal feature former CdM standout Kate Baldoni in goal, and has Victoria Kennedy (CdM) and Catherine Carpenter (Newport Harbor) on the roster.
Stanford opens the NCAAs against No. 7-seeded Iona.
UCLA received the other at-large berth and the No. 3 seed. The Bruins (26-6) feature former Newport-Mesa standouts Victoria Kent, Leslee Kaczmarek and Alex Musselman (CdM), as well as Maddy McLaren (Newport Harbor).
UCLA opens its tournament against No. 6-seeded Princeton. The Tigers won their second straight Collegiate Water Polo Assn. Eastern Division championship Sunday, earning the automatic NCAA bid by defeating Michigan, 7-5.
Princeton (26-5) features former CdM standout Diana Murphy, a freshman who has 36 goals, tied for fourth on the team in 2013.
Freshman Presley Pender (Newport Harbor) scored her fourth hat trick of the season for Michigan in the Wolverines' loss. Pender led Michigan with 34 assists to go with 34 goals for the season.
The other first-round matchup pits No. 4 Hawaii (21-9) against No. 5 UC San Diego (25-13). Both teams earned automatic bids, by winning the Big West Conference and Western Water Polo Assn., respectively.
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Stalford lauded
Vanguard University sophomore Rachel Stalford was named Golden State Athletic Conference Pitcher of the Week in softball on April 22.
Stalford threw a three-hit shutout in a 5-0 win over Hope International on April 20 and also held No. 3-ranked Cal State San Marcos to one run in six innings of a 1-0 loss April 16.
Stalford finished the season with a 9-12 record and a 2.06 earned-run average. She allowed 104 hits in 1121/3 innings with 72 strikeouts and 20 walks.
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On Tuesday night, you made your presence known at Rogers Arena. The 'shrine' of the Vancouver Canucks. That other Vancouver based team that seems to get a lot of press and attention in this city. That night, you brought your brand of cheer and support that we, the fans at Rogers Arena, are not quite accustomed to seeing and definitely something we are not used to hearing.
Some of my fellow Canucks fans were a little offended with your presence- your open and vocal ways to show some support to our team. In fact, there was enough of a stink, your visit has been written about in a few of the local publications the morning after and also discussed on radio. So what gives? Why did you feel you needed to come and show your brand of support in our building? It's not soccer. We don't hold our scarves horizontally and sing vocal parodies to popular songs from the 80's and 90's. Who do you guys think you are?
I personally think, you guys brought a breath of fresh (and loud) air to a building that has been far too quiet the last few seasons. I enjoyed hearing the chants and songs throughout the game. It made me feel I wasn't part of the handful of fans hooting, hollering and heckling all by our lonesome. I often get asked why it's so quiet at Rogers Arena and why don't we vocally support our team like some of the other hockey hot beds around the league. The truth is, there are so a few reasons for the 'library effect' at The Rog'. The amount of corporate owned tickets is growing, so the average fan gets shut out of the building. The Canucks have been so good for quite some time now, it's hard to get up for a regular season game, especially against a team like the Wild on a Tuesday night. All that enthusiasm seems to be saved up for the playoffs. I am sure there are other factors that attribute but I can only speculate.
Did I find you offensive? From where I was sitting, absolutely not. I saw a group of people in the very back of the section stand, sing, cheer and vocalize support for our hockey team. It's not usual that fans in the arena cheer the whole game and when play is going, but it wasn't disturbing the guys on the ice. If people were really there to watch hockey, your cheering should not have distracted them, right? To each their own.
I am sorry you felt, as a group, somewhat disrespected by my hockey brethren and some of the representatives of the Vancouver Canucks organization. I think they were just a little taken back by the unfamiliar. The last time Rogers Arena was a loud place during the regular season, was probably during the years of 2003-2007. The Canucks were in a transition period between the West Coast Express era to the present Sedin one. All most of Canucks fans are waiting for now is a Stanley Cup. So until then, it seems most of them will sit on their hands until it is made so.
Hopefully, the Canucks and some of their fans learned that a presence like the Southsiders could help the atmosphere in Rogers Arena. I've had a few fellow tweeters and Canucks fans say just that! A group of great supporters to help bust the quiet zone, library-like monotony that plagues Rogers Arena! Some teams in the NHL have brought in cheerleaders to help liven up some crowds. Other teams have brought in musicians during the TV time outs to keep the crowd going. The Vancouver Whitecaps have you, The Southsiders. The BC Lions have Tailgate Empire and the Lionbackers. Maybe as Canucks fans, we could use a group that is a little more vocal and cheerful. At the old Pacific Coliseum, I used to watch the game from the standing room only areas. We were the loudest, most loyal and craziest bunch of Canucks fans in the building. Perhaps we should bring some of that back. So maybe the next time the Southsiders decide to visit us Canucks fans at Rogers arena, instead of us chanting your cheers with you, we'd have some to share of our own.
Justine Galo


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Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) Olive Oil Extract – Certified Organic (Mexico/USA). Aloe, a succulent desert plant, has been used traditionally for centuries to soothe and rehydrate parched skin. When applied directly, Aloe has also been shown to aid the body's natural process of healing and repairing sun-damaged skin. We love the common name for this plant — Wand of God.
Argan (Argania spinosa) Expeller Pressed/Unrefined Seed Oil - Certified Organic (Morocco). Traditional uses of this precious oil include prevention of hair loss, moisturizer for hair and skin, restorative for hair and scalp, and hair polisher and protector.
Arnica (Arnica montana) CO2 Certified Organic (Spain). A mountain flower (note species name montana) that is used in traditional herbal remedies for treating bruises and trauma.
Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea) Steam Distilled – Certified Organic (Canada). Due to its clear, sharp, refreshing aroma, Balsam Fir has a warming and grounding effect on the mind. The essential oil has also demonstrated some antibacterial and antifungal activity, good for the mind and good for the skin! Badger Bill says, "It reminds me of a refreshing walk in a pine forest."
Baobab (Adandonia digitata) Cold pressed seed oil - Certified Organic (Senegal). This light, nutty oil is pressed from the seeds of African Baobab trees, which can live as long as 1000 years! Baobab Oil is absorbed quickly and provides extra strength and elasticity for dry and mature skin.
Bay (Pimenta racemosa) Steam Distilled – (West Indies). Traditionally used for its pain-relieving effects on achy muscles, Bay is a circulation stimulator and encourages healing of strains and sprains. In aromatherapy, Bay is known for its spicy, sweet aroma that promotes courage and insight.
Beeswax (Cera Alba (INCI)) Traditionally Processed Wax – Certified Organic (Canada/India). Pure Golden Beeswax reduces moisture loss from the skin and has an almost immediate soothing effect on skin cracks and fissures. It has a sweet honey-like fragrance and a golden color. We use Beeswax as a natural thickener in all of our balms.
Bergamot (Citrus aurantium bergamia) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (Italy). Our bergapten-free Bergamot oil has a fresh, clean citrus aroma with just a hint of spice that uplifts the spirit and refreshes the mind. Bergamot oil is a natural antibacterial agent, and in aromatherapy, the scent balances emotions and instills composure.
Cajeput (Melaleuca leucadendron cajaputi) Steam distilled leaves and twigs – Certified Organic (Indonesia). This plant has a camphoraceous aromatic profile and has been used traditionally for the treatment of tooth pain, some skin conditions, and respiratory ailments. Its distinctive aroma helps balance the mind and revitalizes the body.
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Egypt). Calendula flowers have a delightful citrus fragrance and come in myriad shades of orange and yellow. As a CO2 extract, Calendula is a vibrant, super concentrated, crimson liquid with remarkable skin soothing properties. Calendula is rich in carotenoids, natural fat-soluble pigments that provide the brilliant warm golden hues in the flower, and is rich in vitamins, minerals, and skin-compatible antioxidants.
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) Steam distilled – (China). Camphor is found in the wood of the Camphor Laurel, a large evergreen that grows in Asia. It acts as slight local anesthetic and antimicrobial substance. Known for its cooling effect on skin, Camphor is often used as an active ingredient in muscle rubs.
Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Guatemala). Sweet and spicy in aroma, this shrub is a member of the ginger family. The oil has been shown to aid the absorption of healing compounds through the skin and is also soothing as a minor anti-inflammatory. In aromatherapy, the scent aids in relieving mental fatigue and nervous anxiety. Cardamom is also nice in chai tea!
Castor Oil (Ricinus communis) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (India). Castor oil is a moisturizing, calming oil pressed from the seeds of the Castor Bean plant. It has been used to hydrate and soothe the skin for centuries and appears in traditional remedies, many of which are still being used in modern medicine. Castor oil has traditionally been a healing base used to hold other beneficial herbs close to the skin.
Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum frutescens) Olive Oil Extract/CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (India). According to traditional Greek medicine, Cayenne Pepper kindles the innate warmth of the vital spirits. Modern science demonstrates that some of the chemical components have analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties and that capsaicin may enhance the absorption of other anti-inflammatories through the skin. Traditionally, Cayenne has been used as a powerful healer for muscles and joints.
Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Morocco). With its rich, woody, and warming scent, Cedar oil is one of nature's best bug repellents. It also has mild astringent properties, which make it ideal for treating acne and other skin maladies.
Chamomile, Roman (Anthemis nobilis) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Hungary). White daisy-like flowers are steam distilled to create an essential oil with a soothing, calming, and relaxing aroma. (Sweet and dry, with a fruity tinge.) Roman Chamomile makes raw, chapped hands smooth and supple with a serenely healing effect.
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Madagascar/South Asia). A deliciously agreeable oil with both warming and stimulating properties, Cinnamon is used traditionally for exhaustion, weakness, and muscular aches. Helps to soothe and calm both mind and spirit.
Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (South Asia). Refreshing and uplifting, Citronella is widely known for its insecticidal properties, but it is also helpful for fungal infections, indigestion and rheumatic pain. The lemony scent is good for headaches, fatigue and depression.
Clove (Eugenia caryphyllus) Steam distilled buds – Certified Organic (Sri Lanka). Cloves have been in cultivation for at least 2000 years. Medicinally, Clove is antiseptic and pain-killing, and is still used today for aching teeth. In aromatherapy, Clove is used to stimulate the mind and overcome exhaustion.
Cocoa Butter (Theobroma cacao) Traditionally Processed Butter – Certified Organic and Fair Trade (Peru/Uganda/Kenya). Derived from the cocoa bean, Cocoa Butter is a deliciously rich and creamy skin soother and moisturizer that has been used as a dry skin healer for generations. It provides a protective barrier that helps retain and restore the moisture that your skin loses from cleansing and exposure to the elements. All Cocoa Butter purchased and included in our products is Fair Trade Certified by Fair Trade USA.
Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera) Expeller Pressed – Certified Organic (Samoa). This Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is hand-processed within an hour of cracking open the shell, thus the aroma, vitamins, and nutrients are retained, creating a fragrant and health giving oil rich in vitamin E and naturally occurring antioxidants. It is a soothing moisturizer with a heavenly scent.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Southern Africa/Brazil). A piercing camphor-like aroma, with a woody undertone; the scent of Eucalyptus serves to clear the head and cool the mind. Eucalyptus has been used traditionally for its antibacterial effects, as well as to ease discomfort of upper respiratory illnesses. In aromatherapy, the scent of Eucalyptus inspires energy and balance.
Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Somalia). With its warm, balsamic, peppery fragrance, Frankincense is used in aromatherapy to calm emotions and awaken higher consciousness. Frankincense is a resin of the Boswellia tree, which is tapped and collected much like the sap of maple trees. In traditional medicine, Frankincense was used to soothe digestive ailments and troubled skin.
Geranium, Rose (Pelargonium graveolens) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (South Africa). In addition to its insecticidal properties, Geranium also has a balancing effect on the nervous system, helping to alleviate apathy, stress, and depression. Traditionally, Geranium has been used as an anti-inflammatory, for soothing eczema, arthritis, and acne, and to stimulate the lymphatic and circulatory systems.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Steam Distilled Oil/CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Nigeria/Sri Lanka). Pungent, warm, with a spicy/woodsy aroma, this pale amber oil has a gently stimulating effect when applied to the skin, as well as soothing analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. Emotionally, Ginger warms the heart and in aromatherapy, the scent encourages mental balance and clarity. Badger Bill says, "Love this stuff!"
Grapefruit (Citrus grandis) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (USA). Pale yellow or green in color, this oil lifts the spirit with a fresh, tangy citrus scent. The aroma lifts melancholy while relieving muscle fatigue and refreshing and energizing the body. Emotionally, Grapefruit aids in uplifting from self-doubt and criticism, dependency, frustration, and grief.
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (Israel/Argentina). Jojoba oil is a liquid plant wax made from a desert shrub. It has the unique property of being similar to naturally occurring human skin oil, thus being an excellent carrier oil, as it is readily absorbed and very safe to use.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Bulgaria). The aroma is sweet, floral, herbaceous; reminiscent of a slow walk through a sun-drenched field. Uplifting and calming, some modern studies show that Lavender may be as effective as certain barbiturates in treating sleep disorders. Essential oil of Lavender has also demonstrated some antibacterial properties. Bluish-mauve flowers are harvested at the peak of bloom to produce a pale yellow liquid.
Lemon (Citrus medica limonum) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (Mediterranean). The scent of this pale yellow oil is as bright and refreshing as the fresh citrus fruit. Lemon stimulates, clears, and tightens the skin, while uplifting and cooling the mind.
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (South America). Sweet and lemony, with an earthy undertone, this oil has some antimicrobial effects, and has been used traditionally as an insect repellent. In aromatherapy, the scent of Lemongrass is soothing yet uplifting.
Lime (Citrus aurantifolia) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Sri Lanka). A lustrous pale yellow or green liquid, this oil has antiseptic and antiviral properties. The aroma is as sharp and refreshing, uplifting and cooling, as the taste of the fruit itself.
Litsea Cubeba (Litsea cubeba) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Vietnam). This fresh lemon-scented oil is a pale yellow color and comes from Vietnam. It has been valued most for its anti-inflammatory and calming properties, but is also used as a bug repellent. Litsea Cubeba is known for its antiseptic and skin-cleansing properties, and for providing relief from bronchitis or asthma symptoms.
Mandarin (Citrus nobilis) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (Italy). Commonly known as the tangerine, the peel of this fruit is expressed to produce a yellowish-orange liquid. The aroma is delicately sweet, with a soothing, uplifting and cheering effect. Emotionally, Mandarin oil relieves anxiety with no sedative effects.
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Ethiopia). Myrrh is extracted from the resin of the Commiphora tree. In ancient times, Myrrh was as precious as gold, and this may be why: it revitalizes aging and wrinkled skin and has powerful antifungal and antiseptic properties. In aromatherapy, Myrrh is known for its smoky, balsamic scent that purifies and uplifts the mind, which makes it a good aid to meditation.
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (India). This extract has a cozy, comforting aroma that warms the spirit and revitalizes the body. Nutmeg also has anti-inflammatory qualities and aids digestion when used medicinally. When its vapors are inhaled, Nutmeg is stimulating and combats mental fatigue.
Oatmeal (Avena sativa) Certified Organic (USA). Other than breakfast, Oatmeal is most famous for its skin-soothing qualities, especially for dry, itchy skin. It is also rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, which soften and protect. In traditional medicine, Oatmeal was used as an anti-inflammatory agent, and it is still used today for that purpose.
Olive (Olea europea) Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Oil – Certified Organic (Spain). Cold pressed from the fruit of ancient Spanish olive trees, this superior quality oil is a light golden/green color. It has a subtle fragrance and is rich with polyphenol antioxidants, vitamin E, living enzymes, and natural ferments, which contribute to this oil's superior therapeutic effect. Olive oil is readily absorbed by the skin – and provides an ideal emollient base ingredient for almost all of our products.
Orange, Blood/Sicilian (Citrus sinensis) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (Italy). This plant is rich in vitamins and antioxidants called anthocyanins that protect the skin from free radical damage. Sicilian Orange possesses a fresh scent much like that of Sweet Orange, but with a sparkling citrus note. Like other citrus aromas, Sicilian Orange is used in aromatherapy to relieve stress and promote peaceful thoughts.
Orange, Sweet (Citrus aurantium dulcis) Cold Pressed Oil – Certified Organic (Italy/USA). This yellowy-orange oil is cold pressed from the skin of the fruit and shows occasional antimicrobial activity. In aromatherapy, the scent of Sweet Orange is slightly sedative yet energizing and antidepressant, with cheerful and uplifting aromas.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (India/USA). The dark green leaves and hairy stems of this perennial herb contain the glands that produce the cooling pale yellow Peppermint oil. The scent is fresh, sharp and minty. It awakens, cools, and refreshes the head. It has been used in traditional medicine to clear breathing in colds, flu, sinus, and feverish conditions, and is often ingested to soothe stomach upsets.
Pigments (Iron Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Mica and Silica) These give the color and sparkle in our Lip Tints & Shimmers. The FDA requires that all minerals used in personal care products be processed to ensure purity. This processing renders them identical to the naturally occurring minerals found in nature, minus any contamination.
Pomegranate (Punica granatum) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Turkey). The pomegranate is an ancient and powerful fruit that has been thought to be a symbol of love and fertility. In recent years, the antioxidant powers of the pomegranate fruit have been discovered.
Ravensara (Ravensara aromatica) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Madagascar). Ravensara has a piercing menthol aroma, similar to Eucalyptus but slightly softer and more refined. It possesses strong antiviral and antiseptic qualities, and was traditionally used in treatment for flu and bronchitis. Ravensara additionally helps to relieve muscle fatigue, raises overall energy, creates an optimistic mood, and helps relieve insomnia.
Rose/Rose Otto (Rosa damascena) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Bulgaria). The viscous liquid derived from the distillation of fresh rose petals has a sweet, mellow aroma that is both warming and uplifting. Rose oil rejuvenates and refreshes skin cells, helping to smooth wrinkles and maintain a healthy complexion.
Rosehip (Rosa canina) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Germany). This mystical wild Rose bush with intense pinkish-red fruits grows in the lush mountain valleys of Europe. With amazing powers of cell restoration, Rosehip oil has been used for generations to maintain healthy skin, as well as to treat sun damage.
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Steam Distilled Oil/CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Spain/Tunisia). With leathery and needle-like leaves, dark on the outside and pale underneath, the bluish two-lipped flowers release a deep camphoric aroma with a woody balsamic undertone. Studies show that Rosemary oil has antibacterial properties when applied to the skin and its refreshing aroma is often used to warm and invigorate the soul. This traditional herb is used for memory, confidence, and clear thinking.
Sandalwood (Santalum album) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Australia). From the heart of the Sandalwood tree, this precious essential oil has a rich, sweet, woody fragrance often associated with royalty and serenity. Sandalwood aids in meditation and spiritual growth, while helping to soothe anxiety, lift depression and promote a sense of well being. This is a very safe essential oil that can be used in products for babies or for people with sensitive skin.
Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Lithuania). Sharp and pungent in scent, this brilliant orange oil has remarkable cell rebuilding and restorative properties. High in unsaturated essential fatty acids, Seabuckthorn helps to maintain healthy skin and is an effective treatment of burns, sunburns and general wounds.
Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii) Cold Pressed - Certified Organic (East Africa). Made from the African Karite Nut and cold pressed, thus retaining its rich antioxidants and high levels of vitamin A and E – well known for skin healing. It has excellent moisturizing and emollient properties and has a phenolic profile similar to that of green tea.
Spearmint (Mentha viridis) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (USA). Spearmint is a prominent member of the mint family, commonly used to relieve mental fatigue, soothe headaches, and fight off respiratory infections. It has a strong, sweet, minty aroma with hints of fruity undertones. Spearmint is cool and refreshing, though unlike peppermint, it is relaxing, calming and uplifting, rather than stimulating and invigorating.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Cold pressed seed oil – Certified Organic (Mexico). Hailed for its high Vitamin E content, lightweight Sunflower Oil is a robust antioxidant and has traditionally been used as a skin emollient to help prevent scarring. Sunflower Oil is also a source of essential fatty acids, which maintain soft and supple skin.
Sweet Birch (Betula lenta) Steam Distilled Oil (USA/Canada). Sweet Birch shares a similar chemistry and fragrance to Wintergreen oil with its sharp, sweet scent. Distilled from the bark, twigs and leaves, components of the oil may be efficacious for pain treatment when applied to the skin. Sweet Birch is also an effective astringent for oily or acne-prone skin.
Tansy, Moroccan Blue (Tanacetum annum) Steam Distilled Oil – (Morocco). Pungent, aromatic, slightly sweet Moroccan Blue Tansy possesses powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-allergenic properties. It is used traditionally for soothing and healing burns, sunburns, or otherwise inflamed or damaged skin.
Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Austraila/South Africa). Distillation of the leaves and twigs of this tree, native to New South Wales in Australia, creates a fabulously useful essential oil. The odor is heavy and medicinal, and this oil is often used for its cooling and refreshing effect. In scientific tests, the oil has repeatedly demonstrated antibacterial properties.
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Kenya). Thyme oil has a fresh green scent and is distilled from the leaves and tiny purple flowering tops. The aroma is uplifting and has been used to relieve depression, headaches and stress. Medically, Thyme oil facilitates the body's natural wound healing ability in burned skin and also demonstrates antibacterial properties.
Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) CO2 Extract – Certified Organic (Madagascar). Vanilla "beans" are seed pods of the Vanilla planifolia orchid, which grows only in Mexico, Central America, Indonesia, and East Africa. Once combined with Chocolate and Honey to create the Aztec's xocolatl ("Drink of the Gods"), Vanilla's aroma is sweet, warming, and gently stimulating. In ancient medicine, Vanilla was used to aid digestion.
Wild Marjoram (Thymus mastichina) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Spain). With its warm, woody odor, Wild Marjoram is utilized in aromatherapy to treat tension, anxiety, and grief. The Greeks and Romans used this plant as a symbol of love, honor, and happiness during wedding ceremonies. Wild Marjoram also has powerful pain-relieving properties, and in traditional medicine was used as an antifungal and antibacterial agent.
Wintergreen (Gaulteria fragrantissima) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Nepal). Wintergreen's natural active ingredient is methyl salicylate, which is a powerful astringent and helps soothe oily skin. Its fresh, uplifting scent is energizes the body and refreshes the mind.
Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) Steam Distilled Oil – Certified Organic (Madagascar). Ylang ylang is intensely sweet and floral, soothing and sensual. The essential oil creates a feeling of relaxation, lifts depression, and calms anxieties. Ylang ylang has a balancing effect that is ideal for both dry and oily skin. Emotional profile: releases emotion, guilt, resentment, jealousy, frustration and irritability, impatience and self-absorption.


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The Apartment Downtown in Suria KLCC is the second outlet besides The Apartment Cafe & Restaurant in The Curve. Inspired by Jamie Oliver's cooking style, The Apartment Downtown serves mostly Mediterranean food with simplicity in mind.
The Apartment Downtown
The interior and the decoration in The Apartment Downtown is based on urban living, with lofty and spacious living in mind — The Apartment Downtown aims to create space evolves around familiarity, comfort and luxury.
While the ambiance in The Apartment Downtown is breathtaking, the same applies to the food.
Duck & Mango Salad
Duck & Mango Salad consists of fresh salad of shredded duck, mango, lemon grass, spring onion, ginger and lime leaves with Thai Nam Pla dressing. It is refreshing and at anytime, tastes like Thai's green mango salad except that there are duck meats.
Portbello Mushroom
Portobello Mushroom as the name says is oven roasted portobello mushroom and garlic with a light drizzling of pesto. It is the perfect starter for mushroom lovers but not for everyone.
Baked Fish
Baked Fish may sound ordinary but it is a really pleasant dish. The dish is made from baked dory fish topped with cherry tomatoes with gratin mozzarella and parmesan with sauteed new potatoes. The amount of cheese is so generous, it even covers up the entire fish!
Jamie's Duck Pasta
Jamie's Duck Pasta is yet another duck dishes, but believe me, this is one of the best dish you can order in here. Jamie's Duck Pasta consists of fettuccine with shredded slow-roasted duck and tomato red wine ragu, the pasta is topped with toasted pine nuts which make it so complete.
Andrew's Pasta
If duck is not your favorite, don't fret, you should perhaps try Andrew's Pasta, another pasta dish. Andrew's Pasta has sauteed new potatoes and asparagus tossed with linguine and pesto. It is slightly on the savory side, but nevertheless delicious.
Chicken with Peach & Walnut
Chicken with Peach & Walnut is roast chicken in peach and walnut sauce with mashed potatoes. It is rather surprising this dish tastes quite good.
Piquant Cream Grilled Chicken
Piquant Cream Grilled Chicken which is grilled chicken mixed with creme fraiche, mustard seed and green peppercorn with sauteed garlic spinach and dill mash is rather disappointing. Any of the grilled chicken from Secret Recipe can easily topple this dish.
Panacota, Italian Dessert
We were rather surprise we were served with complimentary dessert which were the Panacota, an Italian Dessert with Blueberry. Not too sweet and not too sour. It's just the perfect dish to end our pleasant and wonderful meal.
- Duck & Mango Salad – RM 19.90
- Portbello Mushroom – RM 21.90
- Baked Fish – RM 23.90
- Jamie's Duck Pasta – RM 29.90
- Andrew's Pasta – RM 18.90
- Chicken with Peach & Walnut – RM 26.90
- Piquant Cream Grilled Chicken – RM 25.90
- Juices – RM 10.90
- Panacota – Complimentary
The Apartment Downtown,
Lot G48 & 139, Ground Floor & First Floor,
Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre,
50088 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
My Ratings (1-5)
- Food – 4.0
- Service – 4.0
- Ambiance – 4.0


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As a family, we love to hike. One of our favorite hike's that we take here locally in Camden is up the stunning "Maiden's Cliff", in Camden's National Park. At 800 feet in height, it's one of Camden's top sightseeing attractions, most noted from the ground by the white cross at the lookout point.
A steep climb at first, the trail eventually levels out with breathtaking views and nice ocean breezes. The trail from start to finish is around a mile long, and will take approximately 45 to 60 minutes to complete one way.
If you're curious about the white cross at the summit, it was put there by Joseph B. Steams, a local resident who wished to pay homage to Elenora French. Elenora was the victim of a fall from the cliffside. She died the day after the fall, believe or not, succumbing to internal injuries she had suffered. Elenora's cross memorial has seen it's share of wear and tear, having been replaced numerous times due to weather, and sadly even vandalism. It still stands tall to this day.
From the top of the Maiden's Cliff hike, you get breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Megunticook Lake, and the beautiful, lush and green Maine countryside. If you're feeling adventurous, you can turn the mile long hike into an all day adventure, as the trail connects with two or three other routes that all end up back at the Summit.
We hope you enjoy, and take lots of pictures!


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migya wrote:I thought Nash would seriously consider going to Miami. Since he didn't, I thought Kidd would if he didn't stay in Dallas. I do think both could make a big difference for those two teams, especially Nash, as now the Lakers once again are real contenders. In fact, I'd probably pick them right now for next season if they keep the rest of the starters intact.
Roy can go to the TWolves, that more than likely means that one of either Wes Johnson, Webster or Derrick Williams is going to get traded.
Lin not being kept by the Knicks is strange, as he did so well there and could be a bigger star in New York than in Houston.
The Raptors got Lowry for next to nothing, at least right now as their future 1st rounder could be a lottery one.
No way IMO Knicks don't match for Lin's contract. As much as I like Nash w/ the Lakers, I still think the West goes through OKC. However, Nash is going to make everyone better offensively without a doubt, crazy good.