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The transaction is part of Orton Plantation owner Louis Bacon's goal to preserve the surrounding area
The N.C. Costal Land Trust has received a conservation easement over 6,442 acres at Orton Plantation, one of the largest transactions in the trust's history, according to a press release Tuesday
The transaction, made in December, is part of Orton Plantation owner Louis Bacon's goal to preserve not only the plantation but the surrounding area. This is the second donation by Bacon, who in December 2012 gave an easement on 255 acres to the trust, the release said.
In general, such easements prevent development and ensure conservation of the covered land.
"We are grateful for this extraordinarily generous contribution and look forward to working with Louis Bacon and his team in the years to come," Camilla Herlevich, the trust's director, says in the release.
Bacon is a direct descendant of Roger Moore, who in 1725 built the original Orton residence.
In 2010, he purchased the property and its mansion, which borders N.C. 133 and the Cape Fear River, from the Sprunt family, who used the land as a tourist destination. The family had owned the property since 1884.
Since the purchase, Bacon has worked to restore a longleaf pine ecosystem at Orton. He has also worked to restore rice fields that were once a key part of the plantation economy in Brunswick County. A part of the site, 1,110 acres, has been nominated to the National Register of Historic Places.
In total, Bacon has worked to conserve more than 8,400 acres. The 6,442 acres covered by the latest easement contain mostly forestland, creeks, streams and ponds, according to the release.
The land is a habitat for longleaf pine and wiregrass and has wildlife that includes the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker. The donated land is part of state and federally protected land establishing it as prime habitat for the woodpecker.
"This donated conservation easement represents a giant step forward in protecting the lower Cape Fear corridor for conservation, a founding goal of the Coastal Land Trust more than two decades ago," Herlevich said in the release.
The Coastal Land Trust oversees more than 16,000 acres of conservation land in the area.
Jason Gonzales: 343-2075
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Hate Your Job? Check Out Our List of the Best and Worst Jobs Ever
If you're like this kid, you spring out of bed each morning and greet the day, anticipating a great day at work where you don't even mind working overtime, because you love what you do. If you're like most of us though, you dread your job, can't stand your boss, and spend most of your time at the copy machine wishing you were sitting on it and making copies of your butt to distribute to your terrible coworkers as Valentines. Take comfort: your life could be much, much worse; you could be jerking off animals for a living.
Jobs That Are Definitely Worse Than Yours:
Sewer Inspector
We just don't know what the hell a person would have to have done in their past life to acquire this position. Sewer inspectors hold their breath while they make sure cracks and sewage drivers are operational, and clearing any...*gulp*...clogs. As horrible and disgusting as it sounds to intentionally dive into human waste, dead (or worse, live) rats, and the occasional corpse, the compensation might leave you with some dignity intact. They earn just a bit under $60 grand a year to swim through excrement with rubber suits that probably dissolve halfway through the process.
Odor Tester
I bet you thought you'd end up as an Avon tester with that Biology degree, huh? No, not this time. Those who studied general sciences -- even those who went off to become scientists hoping to discover and cure the polar cap situation -- may end up in the odor testing field. It's not always terrible; there are pleasant gigs where you test out new perfumes, or nice smelling toiletries. Most of the time though, you're sniffing out other people's funky fumes. A good nose is obviously part of the job, but expect to endure different types of B.O., assorted underarms odors, flatulance, poorly-microwaved dinners, and semen from folks of different cultural backgrounds. You know, for variety. You'll generally be testing this stuff out in a lab, so at least you won't be face deep in pit hair, but still.
Road Kill Remover
If this is your calling, there is a good chance you will run into your childhood guinea pig pet, and learn that your mother was a liar, and there was no "farm." The job is exactly what it sounds like; removing and picking up dead animals (and Lindsay Lohan's hair) from the side of the road. Though you might not have an emotional attachment to the animal you're disposing of; this job isn't exactly for the faint of heart, especially during summertime. Winters are better; the carcasses become highway popsicles, easy for cleanup and removal. The heat is a different ballgame; the summer stench of dead animals can make you heave up last week's dinner. With enough practice, you'll eventually be able to ID the type of animal by smell from a mile away. When that happens, we recommend you apply for odor tester as this position only pays $30,000 annually.
Janitor at a Porno theater
This seemed kind of fun to us initially, mainly because we were thinking about the porn part, not the actual cleanup. This is not a regular theater; there's no popcorn or goobers stuck to the bottoms of seats. Pretzel Bites and Junior Mints are replaced with pubic hair and semen, sometimes dripping from the ceiling. This doesn't include the pubic lice, crabs and other creepy crawlers that start to live on the inside of the seats. The theater is not the worst place a janitor can be for cleanup, post penile eruptions. The bathrooms are much, much worse.
Animal Masturbator
So this is what you got your Masters degree for? Well, animals need lovin' too. Generally, those in the research field studying fertility and artificial insemination get to shove their fists up animals rectums or just plain jerk them off the old fashioned way. Sometimes there are probes, sometimes there's fingering, and sometimes there are weird theme parties. Let's not talk about those; the first rule of an animal masturbation party is: you never talking about an animal masturbation party. The bigger animals like horses and bulls get treated to fists, while the smaller animals like pigs and whatever else you can stink your pinky into get fingers. The probes are for those who have experience. The manual masturbation? Well, that's for the interns.
Grave Digger
As a grave digger, we wrongly assumed that you have one responsibility and one responsibility only: you must dig that grave deep and big, and try not to get drunk beforehand and bury yourself alive. In actuality, there is much more involved: digging to template specifications to match the size of the coffin or casket, knowing how to use a shovel/pick, and taking direction from the folks at funeral services. Sometimes grave diggers even stick around and console family members out of the goodness of their own heart; like wedding crashers but at a funeral/burial. We recommend sticking to weddings, if possible; seems more fun.
Crime Scene Cleaners
After you find out Uncle Billy shot himself because you showed everyone where he touched you on the doll, it's usually time to call the crime scene cleaners! This job is way worse at first, due to the initial shock of seeing your first splattered brain, but eventually it gets old. Or you get numb; whichever! You know what's scarier than brains and blood everywhere? Hoarders. From time to time, these guys get called to a hoarder's house, because someone was crushed to death by their doily collection, after it collapsed. Sometimes they're asked to help clean up -- and you'd think it might be a chance to pick up some valuable stuff and make a couple extra bucks on eBay, but no; hoarders usually only hoard things like expired yogurt, not antique guns.
Jobs That Are Definitely Better Than Yours:
Island Care Taker
Tears stream down our faces, knowing there's a job this amazing out there. We initially heard about this opportunity through a friend who was trying to win a competition in 2009, where the grand prize was a job taking care of and exploring the Great Barrier Reef, writing and updating a blog about it and basically having the best time of your life EVER. On top of this pile of awesomeness, you get a salary of a little over $100k for 6 months of "work." Someone named Ben Southall (above) won this competition. Go Facebook friend him and ask for some money.
Video Game Tester
As fun as it sounds to for ultimate geek, this "career" path can be tedious and intricate -- but the payout is great. It's definitely not like playing video games, as you're providing quality assurance, so details are essential. Video game testing is an art form of detecting and catching bugs and problems within the game, before it's release. You must also be able to play a game and use different strategies and pathways over and over again, logging technical notes along the way. Playing games for hours on end like you're Tom Hanks in BIG seems like a logical and adult career path, as far as we're concerned.
Chocolate Consultant
This job is very real, and most likely not for diabetics. The road to being a chocolate consultant begins in culinary school by crafting your studies to lean towards an emphasis on...chocolate. You'll often find pastry chefs delving into this niche of sweets, eventually working in the high-end hospitality sector, hosting tastings and even sculpting chocolate on site for "show." Working with chocolatiers and chocolate makers as your new besties will probably have you traveling the world trying new types of chocolates and sweets to enhance your career and keep your skills as solid as the bars you'll be popping into your mouth. Just don't eat so much that your world travels require a seatbelt extender, and you should be pretty happy.
Let's call this what it really is – professional drinker. The shamed black sheep of the family who start drinking at 9am have finally found a safe haven career path, and called it "winemaking." This is perfect for us -- every part of wine making is an art, even the part where you're drunkenly picking grapes. Winemakers generally only work a couple of months a year (this is approaching a fake-level of awesome) and delegate workers and helpers to aid in working the grape fields. Then they step on it, stick the juice in a barrel and save it for lunchtime. Just like in 'I Love Lucy.' Kidding, they hire grape stompers for that.
Fake Executive
This position is more common in other countries, but we wouldn't put it past our own government to sport these tactics. Just like in Japan, where men and women are hired to interact with and entertain bar and restaurant patrons, China is using fake executives at events, to bulk up the guest list. If you're selected, you get taken to dinners, ceremonies, speeches, conferences and get paid $1,000-$3,000 dollars weekly, depending on the elite status of the organization. There isn't a specific look for being a fake executive, either. Pro Tip: Don't forget most companies have older CEO's and COO's, so don't be afraid to pimp out grandpa for a few dollars.
Condom Tester
Calm down, we know what you're thinking, and you can just stop right there: These are NOT for using as water balloons. Condom testers (an elite and rare job opportunity) don't even get paid, so you can scratch an annual salary off this list, however, they do have to do IT. Testing the condom durability, noting the position the condom is being used in, and tracking how many thrusts it takes to get to the center of the tootsie pop all matter and need to be recorded as best as possible. We recommend video, for best results.
Classic Car Tester
We love classic cars, with their softened leather seats, old timey radios and gauges -- that speak to us. Not in the imaginary way, in the Knight Rider way. Classic Car Club Manhattan was started by Michael Prichinello and Zac Moseley, and although they are co-founders and essentially manifested their dream job come true, you can actually apply to work here, but only after you most likely befriend one of them. This is a membership only club where the elite A-listers and super wealthy pay a $15,000 annual fee to access the coolest cars ever. While they're just sitting there gathering gold dust, you can take them out for a spin.

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Temporary guardian sought for Michael Jackson's kids
Temporary guardian sought for Michael Jackson's kids
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A court-appointed attorney for Michael Jackson's children says a petition has been filed to appoint a temporary guardian.
Margaret Lodise, the guardian ad litem for Jackson's three children, says a petition to appoint Tito Jackson's son TJ as a temporary guardian has been filed in Los Angeles.
A request for an expedited hearing has been made, but it's uncertain a hearing will be held Wednesday. TJ Jackson is at a Los Angeles courthouse, along with attorneys for Jackson's estate.
The filing comes after days of turmoil in the Jackson family, with matriarch Katherine Jackson spending several days in Arizona out of contact with her grandchildren.
Katherine Jackson is the court-appointed guardian of her son Michael's three children, Prince, Paris and Blanket. The children have remained at the home they share with their grandmother in Calabasas.
The house was the scene of a family disturbance Monday that sheriff's deputies continue to investigate.
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Hours & Directions
The Museum, and Museum Store, are located blocks from the beach and a minute drive from the Monterey Bay Aquarium in beautiful historic downtown Pacific Grove.
10 - 5, Tuesday - Sunday
3 - 7, Monday's during the summertime farmer's market (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Closed for major holidays, please check our event calendar for holiday information.
The Museum will be closed Wednesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day, Saturday, October 20th, to prepare for the 135th Anniversary Gala, Thursday, November 22nd, for the Thanksgiving holiday, Tuesday, December 25th, for the Christmas holiday, and Tuesday, January 1st, for New Years Day.
165 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
ADA Accessibility
The Museum is ADA accessible and a wheel chair is available upon request.
Unlimited parking on two sides of Jewell Park, directly across the street from the front entrance of the Museum. Two-hour limit on Central Avenue and Grand Avenue. All day parking in parking lot on Forest Avenue on Saturday and Sunday only. Handicap parking is located on Forest Avenue parking lot (No parking lot city permit is required for the handicap parking space).
Directions from Highway 1
From Highway 1, North or South directions, take the Highway 68
West Exit. Stay in your right lane. This road turns into Forest
Avenue. Follow Forest for 1 block past Lighthouse Avenue. The
Museum is located at the corner of Forest and Central Avenues.
Monarch Sanctuary
Monarch butterflies overwinter in Pacific Grove every year from November through mid February. Pacific Grove's monarch overwintering site is located at 250 Ridge Road off of Lighthouse Avenue in downtown Pacific Grove. Museum sanctuary docents are available everyday during these months at the sanctuary from 12-3 to assist with monarch viewing. Admission is free with donations appreciated. Learn more about monarch viewing.


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Campaign Priorities: Spaces and Places
Creating Dynamic Environments
In the 2010–2011 school year, , WSU Libraries had more than 1.2 million visitors. Although library collections are increasingly available electronically, gate counts are rising because more and more members of the WSU community are coming to the libraries in person.
WSU Libraries and a Sense of Place
Welcoming Study Spaces
The Holland and Terrell Libraries (HaT) are now connected to the Compton Union Building (CUB), resulting in our students perceiving the CUB and HaT as a unified space. They pass back and forth between the buildings as they need different services and resources.
Productive Group Work Places
Today's businesses want employees who work efficiently and effectively in teams and who are able to create presentations which succinctly communicate processes, outcomes, and recommendations. In response, WSU Libraries have begun making upgrades to group study places and public spaces in order to provide additional and better opportunities for group work. The second floor of Owen Library and the Animal Health Library are being reconfigured as student study and collaboration spaces. Students seek computers, productivity software, and comfortable seating, and value these spaces for individual and group work in a safe and supportive setting.
Access to Scholarly Books, Journals and Digital Collections
WSU collections reflect the strong diversity of ideas and research generated by students. Faculty promote interdisciplinary linkages as students make connections between the work they do in one class and the books or articles they read for another. Beyond that, students recognize the libraries as places that are integral to their academic experience and essential to their daily lives.
A Creative Environment
The Libraries provide work and service environments that nurture creativity, productivity, and trust among staff and users of the Libraries' resources.
"A library is a bricks-and-mortar version of a poem:
all about structure and organization…
A library is a big, inclusive, magnificent poem."
Northwest poet Robert Wrigley
Multiple Locations
The WSU Libraries have three libraries on the Pullman campus, plus there are excellent libraries at the Spokane, Tri-Cities and Vancouver campuses.
Campus Events and Exhibits
The Terrell Atrium is a popular place for campus events. These include club activities and concerts most Fridays during the academic year.
Students use the Atrium display case to promote activities, and new display space in the tunnel between the CUB and HaT provide some space for posters that students create showing their research using library sources. The Atrium is also used for undergraduate research poster sessions, student shows, art exhibits (see above picture), and more.
"We must remember the importance of library as place. Even though many resources are accessed via computer, students still need clean, quiet spaces for study and group work. They need physical places with ready access to texts and the expertise of librarians, where the focus is on learning."
Dr. Steve Hines, WSU College of Veterinary Medicine (and Henry)


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v. - To exchange; to truck. 2
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Staying Connected…10,090.7 Miles Away!
I am reminded of just how amazing technology is as I write this month's note all the way from Indonesia over 10,000 miles from my home in Philadelphia. I am heading into the final week of my trip, which already has included a five day jungle trek through Mulu National Park, as well as deep sea diving off the coast of Malaysia!
This once in a lifetime opportunity was organized by my daughter Elizabeth, who is spending a year in Indonesia as part of a public health fellowship program. A passionate health advocate, she has relished this experience abroad and is inspired to enroll in medical school after she returns home to the US. The apple sure doesn't fall far from the tree!
Fortunately, I still can keep in touch with everyone back home and read all the latest celiac news even from what seems like a world away. Thank goodness for the Internet and international phone plans!
A fascinating recent news item in the New York Times last week reported that the growing awareness of celiac disease has permeated yet another food industry event, the 2010 Fancy Food Show held in New York, NY. The article featured a striking quote from Jennifer Lea Cohan, publicist for the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, one I felt really captures the passionate determination of
celiacs across the nation as we continue to advocate for the gluten-free foods that we need to restore our health and reclaim our lives.
"Judging from this show you'd think the whole world had celiac disease."
As we have known for a long time, there is a big celiac world out there. And, in more ways than one, it seems to just keep getting bigger. In fact, recent medical research out of Finland has found that the prevalence of celiac disease in their adult population continues to grow, totaling nearly 2%! Furthermore, the discovery of elevated EMA or tTG levels in combination with normal villi provoke the bigger question, just how many "pre" celiacs truly do exist?
Increasing prevalence of celiac in other disease populations that share autoimmune origins, specifically Type 1 Diabetes, were also the topic of conversation at the 92nd Annual Meeting of The Endocrine Society. Researchers from New York shared their findings of a 2.4% prevalence rate of celiac disease in a pediatric population with Type 1 diabetes. Moreover, the researchers found that none of the 12 Type 1 diabetics diagnosed with biopsy proven celiac disease reported gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, and stressed, "the importance of not delaying screening for celiac disease until overt GI symptoms present."
What an impression we're making on the world! And, it's just the beginning. With continued awareness and increased diagnosis, our small community will bring a voice to those who have suffered in silence. With strength in numbers, we will be able to revolutionize how both the food and healthcare industries recognize and treat people with celiac disease.
From halfway around the world, I wish you all a happy and safe July!
Alice Bast
I'm sure you've noticed.
Everyone is obsessed with rhubarb right now.
And why not? It grows like a weed and provides a perfectly tart fencing partner for our favorite summer fruits. I like versatile desserts, cakes and sweets that show a little more personality than just sugar. To be honest, this was a dessert thrown together entirely at the market. I needed something sweet (Can you really ever stop eating dinner if you don't have dessert?) and saw a giant pile of ruby rhubarb at my local market. I threw a bunch into my cart and let my mind wander. I knew, traditionally, it should pair with strawberries, but I didn't want to buy a pint of gorgeous fruit and then stick them in the oven. Better to eat those raw.
When I reached the jam aisle, a thought struck (bluntly). I'd saute the rhubarb in some jam, pour it into the bottom of a cake pan and the build a cake batter on top of the fruit. Flip it over after it's baked and marvel at the sticky, sweet, red topping.
Of course, this was all in my head. And, while I like to think that my fantasies always play out, sometimes I hit wrong notes and the whole tune ends up in the trash. The market was out of strawberry jam so I grabbed a jar of decadent plum. As for the cake batter, I wanted something spiced to match the pouty lips of my tart topping. I decided on a heartier variation of my cupcake batter. I added some cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg and, with one felicitous dip of my finger into the still raw bowl, rolled my eyes back into my head imagining the cake fully baked.
Look, I know you don't even want to think about turning on your oven in the summer but, if you want a fruity cake to serve at room temperature for brunches, tea dates and coffee breaks, this is it. Just do it.
Free of Gluten, Dairy, Corn, Soy, and Nuts (optional)
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Saute the rhubarb with the jam, lemon juice and sugar. When it starts bubbling, give it 5 minutes. The rhubarb should be soft but not mush. Texture is wonderful. It gives your tongue a dancing partner.
3. Line the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and pour in the ruby fruit reduction. It will be sticky.
4. Whisk together the dry ingredients.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until they are pale yellow and slightly thickened.
6. Add the oil, coconut milk and extracts and whisk to combine.
7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until the batter comes together. Scrape the bottom of the bowl for pockets of rebel flour. Resistance is futile.
8. Pour the cake batter into the cake pan, right on top of the fruit.
9. Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes.
11. Ready for the fun part? Run a knife around the edge of the cake. Put a plate (upside down) on top of the cake pan and flip everything over. Give it a shake, a tap, say a little prayer and lift off the cake pan. As thanks for liberation, the cake will give you a lovely rhubarb steam facial. Don't get your face too close. I don't want to hear about burns.
12. Eat it.
Prep time: 15-20 minutes
Baking time: 30-35 minutes
Yield: 1 9-inch cake
Renegade Chef Dan Kohler launched his website, www.RenegadeKitchen.com, in the summer of 2009. The site features recipes for the allergy bound punched up with a little attitude and is being turned into a cookbook as we speak. Dan hosts a cooking show online and a series of interviews with manufacturers of food for the allergen-free crowd.
RenegadeKitchen.com is aimed at bringing a new voice to the gluten-free cooking world, focusing on simple recipes that you can make for yourself and your friends, whether or not they have allergies.
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By Lynn Cicero, Registered Dietitian
Because of the damage done to the absorptive surface of the small intestine, celiac disease results in vitamin and mineral deficiencies. The small intestine has the job of completing digestion and allowing for absorption of nutrients into the body. It is here that foods are broken down into their very smallest constituents and shipped off to all the other parts of the body to provide energy and components for growth, maintenance and repair.
The body is a beehive of chemical reactions. Vitamins and minerals play an essential role in allowing these reactions to occur. Vitamins and minerals act somewhat like the judge at a wedding. They are necessary for the reaction to take place but are not an actual part of the reaction. However, nothing official gets done in the body without them being present. There are two categories of vitamins water-soluble and fat-soluble. Minerals such as sodium and calcium are the metals in minute quantities that also take part in reactions. During the active phase of celiac disease, these important nutrients are not being absorbed because of damage to the intestinal villi. This leads to the "extraintestinal" symptoms of celiac disease such as lethargy, osteopenia and anemia. These types of symptoms are actually manifestations of vitamin/mineral deficiencies.
It is hard to overemphasize the need for a gluten-free daily multivitamin for celiac disease. Quick initiation of supplement therapy can promote healing and in many cases lead promptly to resolution of some of the bothersome symptoms due to deficiencies. Even before much actual healing takes place, if there is a plentiful supply of vitamins/mineral available in a concentrated supplement form, absorption will increase. A recent study showed that those taking a daily multivitamin/mineral enjoyed a quicker improvement in symptoms and were less likely to become ill. This last fact makes sense since the body's immunological system, which fights off disease, is compromised. A list of gluten-free multivitamins can be found as at www.glutenfreedrugs.com .
Different nutrients are absorbed at different locations in the small intestine. Iron and calcium are absorbed in the duodenum, the section that is immediately after the stomach. Lack of these can cause osteopenia and anemia. It is also in this section that fat is broken down and the fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) are mixed in and shipped off. Without fat breakdown, this process does not occur.
Vitamin A is necessary for healthy skin, Vitamin D promotes absorption of calcium, Vitamin E is an antioxidant and Vitamin K helps with blood clotting. From the list of functions for the fat-soluble vitamins, it is very apparent that a lack of these can cause serious side effects.
The water-soluble vitamins are Vitamin C and the B Vitamins. The B vitamins, which play a large part in the health of the nervous system, are absorbed further down in the small intestine. Before fortification of grain products in the 1900's, deficiency of niacin, a B vitamin, caused pellagra. Pellagra was a very serious disease that could lead to dementia and death. Unfortunately, very few gluten-free grain products are fortified with B vitamins. This makes a daily multivitamin a life-long necessity for those with celiac disease. Vitamin C is important in wound healing and also as an antioxidant to fight off damaging free radicals.
Deficiencies of minerals such as calcium, magnesium and other trace elements cause bone demineralization, cardiac arrhythmias and seizures. Because these minerals are needed in micro amounts, a daily supplement will cover the body's needs. It is not necessary to consume a separate magnesium supplement, for example. In fact, that can lead to an excess of that mineral and result in diarrhea. The body has no easy way to get rid of excesses of the fat-soluble vitamins and minerals. By comparison, excess water-soluble vitamins are easily washed out of the body.
During the initial assessment after diagnosis, a patient's laboratory values often show deficiencies of minerals such as iron. Other nutrients, such as the B vitamins, are not a routine part of testing done before diagnosis of celiac disease. It is important, as part of follow up, that testing takes place for these vitamins and mineral in order to identify areas of deficiency. This provides baseline values, which can be repeated after a time on the gluten-free diet and supplementation. In some cases, the physician will prescribe a separate iron supplement depending on the level of anemia. Recommendation for supplement levels needs to be individualized and periodic reassessment needs to be conducted. It is possible to have "too much of a good thing" with a bad outcome. For guidance in this area following diagnosis, consultation with a knowledgeable Registered Dietitian is important. Remember that one a day, keeps the symptoms at bay!
Penton Media Hosts GREAT Gluten-Free Webinar for Food Industry Professionals
GREAT Foodservice Training Director & gluten-free industry expert Beckee Moreland will conduct an exclusive educational event for food industry professionals interested in learning about the gluten-free marketplace on August 18, 2010!
In a webinar entitled Growth & Opportunity in the Gluten-Free Market, Beckee will provide insight into the rapidly growing gluten-free consumer base and educate members of the industry interested in developing gluten-free products and menus on ways to safely and effectively enter the market.
Topics Include:
Penton Media, publishers of recognized industry titles such as Food Management, Supermarket News, and Restaurant Hospitality will host the Growth & Opportunity in the Gluten-Free Market webinar sponsored by RC Fine Foods.
Register online!
GREAT In The News:
After much anticipation, the delicious and nutritious gluten-free sandwich breads made by our GREAT friends at Rudi's Organic Bakery, finally hit the market! Click Here To Read.
Gluten-free keeps growing and growing. Our very own Renegade Chef Dan Kohler was featured in Natural Foods Merchandiser along with Udi's. Click Here To Read.
Appetite for Awareness headliners and GREAT Kitchens alumni team up for another great event for a great cause, cancer research! Click Here To Read.
TH Foods, members of the GREAT Business Association, launch new social media initiatives. Say hello to them on twitter @LuvCrunchmaster! Click Here To Read.
Celiac Learning Center Now Home to NFCA's Online Industry Programming
The Celiac Learning Center has launched! The Gluten-free Resource Education and Awareness Training (GREAT) Healthcare and Food Service programs have a new home! In order to better accommodate learners' needs and improve their access to NFCA's accredited education courses, we have had a new Learning Management System (LMS) built to host our learning modules. The Celiac Learning Center can be found at www.celiaclearning.com.
The Celiac Learning Center is host to learning programs for many disciplines in the healthcare field: nurses, social workers, psychologists, occupational therapists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and, of course, dietitians. The specific needs for each professional are included in their particular course. This is great news as these courses are excellent resources to bring clinical staff at nursing homes and rehabilitation centers up to speed on celiac disease and the gluten-free diet.
Food service training is also hosted on the Celiac Learning Center. NFCA's GREAT Kitchens, GREAT Guides and GREAT dietitians-Food Service courses are available at the Celiac Learning Center. All of the courses, food service and healthcare, are offered online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Webinars and classroom programs are options that are available for learners interested in these approaches. Gluten-free food manufacturers can take advantage of programs available through NFCA's GREAT Business Association.
Readers can let their healthcare providers or restaurants know about the courses. To do so, please download this document. It is a postcard that you can bring to your healthcare practitioner or restaurant manager of choice to tell them about the courses. This also works well if you are seeking a new provider, Let the provider know that you'd like to work with them, but that you also would like them to take the 60 minute (dietitians are 90 minutes) training so they will better understand celiac disease. You can even gift the training course. GREAT Healthcare courses cost $50 for each learner.
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Danny the Dragon and Author Tina Turbin Share "Yummy Gluten-Free Tid Bits"
Helping Your Child Connect with Celiac Support Groups
If your child has recently been diagnosed with celiac disease, it is likely that your family is still adapting to the gluten-free lifestyle. It may seem overwhelming at first to a celiac patient to begin the gluten-free road to recovery, as there are many challenges to face in adjusting to a gluten-free diet. Parents often ask me for tips on how to ease their celiac children through this transition period, and I highly recommend to them helping their children connect to others in the celiac community through celiac support groups and celiac forums.
Studies have shown that one of the main reasons why some celiac patients can't stay gluten-free is that they don't have a support group to encourage and help them. Being a part of support group can provide emo-tional and practical advantages to help you and your child succeed in the gluten-free lifestyle. This especially applies to children, as they face many temptations to "cheat" on their gluten-free diet, especially around non-celiac friends.
A celiac support group will help you establish a network of celiac people who will be there for for you and your celiac child in a welcoming, compassionate environment with gluten-free refreshments, of course. Imagine what it would feel like if you and your child had a circle of friends to get together with for gluten-free dinners, pot-lucks, and bake-offs. You'll find that you're on your way to building a circle of supportive celiac friends who will offer friendship and understanding to your family.
Celiac support groups often have gluten-free veterans or offer the collective experiences of the individual members so that you can learn new ways of managing your child's gluten-free lifestyle. You can learn about gluten-free menus at local restaurants, gluten-free vendors, where to shop for gluten-free fare, and how to cut down the costs of your child's gluten-free diet. Many groups invite vendors to bring gluten-free products to meetings for the members to sample, and members can buy what they like at a discount and don't have to pay for shipping.
The most important advantage probably is motivation. Celiac support groups will motivate you and your child to take more responsibility for his diet and health. Getting enough essential nutrients, such as fiber and B vitamins, can be tough with a gluten-free diet. By staying connected with people who are generally motivated to maintain a healthy gluten-free diet, you'll find that you'll be willing to go that extra mile for your child, such as giving him vitamin B supplements, and your child will be willing to go that extra mile for his health, for example willingly taking his vitamin B supplements. There were times when I felt over-whelmed by the changes required in my gluten-free diet—and I was an adult—but, by connecting to others, I stayed motivated. In my celiac advocacy work, I often come across celiac patients who feel like giving up. But, after a helpful chat, they find that they're more willing and able to tackle their dietary challenges. Similarly, you may find that you or your child are able to help others yourselves.
Celiac support groups will help you with all sorts of celiac issues, not just related to maintaining a gluten-free diet. For instance, how will your family survive the holidays gluten-free? How can you celebrate Halloween with your celiac child? How do you explain to babysitters and teachers your child's gluten-free diet? These are some of the many subjects that your celiac support group friends will be able to help you through.
In North America, celiac families have a range of choices of local chapters of The Gluten Intolerance Group, The Celiac Sprue Association, The Celiac Disease Foundation, The Canadian Celiac Association, and Raising Our Celiac Kids (R.O.C.K.). To find a nearby celiac support group, use a search engine and type in "celiac support groups" and the name of your state, or look up a local group in MeetUp.com and type "celiac" in the search box on the home page. If there are no local support groups, national organizations would be happy to help you launch one in your area, in which case I would recommend connecting with a nutritionist. You can also join online support groups and participate in online discussion forums. You can sign up for a weekly newsletter or blog, such as my own gluten-free blog. Celiac teens can also join celiac support groups on Facebook and MySpace.
Whether your child is dismayed by his new gluten-free diet or excited to have finally found an answer to his painful symptoms, you should still join a local chapter of a support group or, at the very least, join an online forum. Since I started my gluten-free way of life and connected with others in the celiac community, my life has been more rewarding than ever and living gluten-free has become second nature. Don't miss out on these potential benefits you can give your child or pass up the opportunity to offer to others your own gluten-free wisdom and experience.
Tina Turbin
Tina Turbin (http://TinaTurbin.com) became extremely interested and involved in the subjects of celiac disease, gluten sensitivity and gluten issues a number of years ago, after being diagnosed as celiac after many years of unresolved troubles. Since then, she has engaged in diligent research and writing about these topics, weekly radio shows, developing gluten-free recipes and reviewing companies for celiac consumer safety (http://GlutenFreeHelp.info)
Tina is an award-winning children's book author
(http://DannyTheDragon.com) and donates her current children's audio book profits to Dr. Peter Green's Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University Medical Center. To stay updated on her projects please sign up for her newsletter, visit www.TinaTurbin.com. Tina resides in both her East and West Coast studios and kitchens continuing her writing, promoting and working within the celiac and gluten-free arena- and always writing more children's books to entertain the world.
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Student narratives and professional guidance help college-bound celiacs navigate the gluten-free diet
The newest resource available on the NFCA's website, The Gluten-Free Guide to College, is the result of the study entitled, Celiac Disease: Educational Tools for Young Adults.* This study was a nationwide research effort to explore the challenges young adults with celiac disease experience while living on and off college campuses. Between February and April of 2010, over 70 young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 responded from colleges across the country and 10 anonymous interviews with dining services directors were added to obtain feedback on their professional perspective.
In response to the young adults' concerns regarding the challenges of working with dining services on campus to get quality and variety in their diet, a "how-to guide" was created.
The guide is not intended to be cut in stone as every college and student is different, but instead, pro-vides broad guidance on important people to talk to, questions that should be asked, and strategies to navigate tough social situations.
Click here to download The Gluten-Free Guide to College today!
*The research projected was conducted as the capstone to Rebecca Panzer, Ma, RD, LD's master's degree in Health Communication from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. It was completed in educational collaboration with the Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. The survey component of the study will be started again in late July through the Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medication Center. Interested participants should contact [email protected] for more information.
By Ursula Saqui, Ph.D
For many people, being diagnosed with celiac disease (CD) brings a feeling of relief and the end to a long, frustrating road of unknowns. However, along with the relief, the diagnosis can also bring more questions including, "What kind of life am I going to have now?"
The answer to that question is "It depends." The official recommendation of the American Gastroen-terological Association Institute (2006) regarding the treatment of CD is strict compliance to a gluten-free diet (GFD). While being diagnosed with CD may be out of your hands, the quality of life you ex-perience after diagnosis may be within your control largely based on your adherence to a GFD.
Based on research, following are five things you should know about CD and quality of life.
To read Five Things Everyone Should Know about Celiac Disease and Quality of Life by Ursula Saqui, Ph.D, visit the NFCA Medical News and Research feed. Click Here.
About Ursula Saqui, Ph.D
Combining expertise in human behavior and research, Ursula Saqui, Ph.D., LMFT provides individuals, businesses, and non-profits the information and strategies they need to be successful. One of her favorite things to do as President of Saqui Research is translate academic research into practical, understandable information
"Ask the Dietitian" Joins the NFCA's Blogroll
Get your questions ready!
Coming this month: NFCA will add an interactive Ask the Dietitian blog to its roster of fun and informative website resources!
Nancy Dickens, BS, RD and Melinda Dennis, MS, RD, LDN are here to provide you with helpful hints and insight into staying healthy and happy on the gluten-free diet! To learn a little more about Nancy and Melinda, click here and visit the blog!
Make sure to visit the new Ask the Dietitian blog frequently to learn more about your most pressing gluten-free questions and join in the conversation!
Gluten-free Lifestyle Webinars Return
Starting in July and back by popular demand: NFCA's Gluten-Free Lifestyle Webinar Series!
Newly diagnosed with celiac disease? Looking for advice on managing a gluten-free diet? Interested in the multiple systems of the body that celiac disease affects?
Improve your health and wellness with our diverse slate of online educational lectures.
As part of these interactive multimedia webinars, attendees will be encouraged to participate in the seminar through polls, chats, and a question and answer sessions following each event. Got a question? Our featured presenters, including dietitians and esteemed lifestyle specialists, will be just a mouse click away!
Thanks to Blue Diamond Growers, our generous webinar series sponsor, all seminars are available free of charge. You just need a computer and working Internet connection!
Topics of interest include:
Be sure to check our Webinar Events page on beyondceliac.org for updates, including topics, featured presenters, as well as scheduling and registration information. The series will be re-launching this month!
If there is a "hot topic" you would like to see included in a webinar, please email Kristin Voorhees at [email protected].
a Gluten-Free Cooking Spree
Sunday, October 24, 2010
at the
5100 South Broad Street
Building #3
Philadelphia, PA 19112
Get ready for a fabulous time! Once again, the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) is preparing an extraordinary event full of fun, food and gluten-free delights! We hope you will join us for this annual fest that has become a Philadelphia tradition.
This year, Appetite for Awareness: a Gluten-Free Cooking Spree is moving to a new and spectacular venue. The Philadelphia Cruise Terminal at Pier One offers 40,000 square feet of gluten-free heaven for all to enjoy.
New this year…a Children's Pavilion and Family Pricing! So, bring the entire family to this delightful spot right on the Delaware River.
Appetite for Awareness will feature delicious gluten-free food from well-known area restaurants with Philadelphia's premier chefs cooking up a storm accompanied by Top Docs from area hospitals. Watch these skilled food artists prepare delectable treats for your enjoyment.
Watch for more event and ticket ordering information at www.celiacccentral.org. We will be looking for you on October 24th!
July 23, 2010
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Embassy Suites
John Q. Hammond Conference Center
Rogers, Arkansas
The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) will participate in Gluten Freedom Day hosted by The CSA Northwest Arkansas Celiac Sprue Group #73 on July 23rd in Rogers, Arkansas.
This event includes educational workshops, a vendor fair, a cooking demonstration and delicious gluten-free food. The cooking demonstration is by Chef Robert Landolphi, author of Gluten-Free Every Day Cookbook. Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day of the event. Tickets include a gluten-free lunch, admission to workshops and the vendor fair. You can order online or you can contact the organizers at or you can contact the organizers at 417-435-2193 or by email at [email protected] for tickets and additional information.
Events for the day include the following topics
* Rescue Me. I Was Glutened! with Dr. Craig Brown, MD
* Super Foods with Shelly Asplin, MA, RD, LMNT and Dr. Dennis Warren
* Nutrition with Anne Roland Lee, MSEd, RD, LD
Breakout Sessions
Gluten-Free Lifestyle
Around the House with Beckee Moreland, NFCA GREAT Guide
Out and About
Dedicates latest race to raising funds for NFCA
Peter Bronski is raising awareness and funds for celiac disease through his participation in the Virgil Crest Ultra race, an ultra-distance endurance trail running event taking place this September 25th, 2010 in New York.
What exactly is the Virgil Crest Ultra? "The race covers 50.1 miles, and climbs 9,000 vertical feet. That's the equivalent of basically running back-to-back marathons, and climbing to the top of the Empire State Building 7.5 times while you're at it!"
That's a pretty ambitious event!
But that's not all! Peter's goal goes beyond completing the race. Bronski has turned his personal challenge into a fundraiser. He is racing to raise money and awareness of celiac disease for the NFCA! He is challenging all of us to help him raise $5,010, which is $100 for every mile.
Peter could never be where he is today without the life changing benefits of his celiac diagnosis just three years ago. "I went from a downward spiral of worsening symptoms pre-diagnosis to competing in the 2009 Xterra US National Championship off-road triathlon. I want others with my condition to
experience that same kind of redemption" Bronski explains.
Good luck, Peter. We are all cheering you on!
If Peter inspires you or if you simply want to donate to a fantastic cause, please visit his First Giving fundraising page and DONATE TODAY!
To learn more about Peter and his Virgil Crest Ultra Race challenge, visit the NFCA Athletes for Awareness Blog.
Annie's Cocoa and Vanilla Gluten-Free Bunny Cookies
When I was little, chocolate Teddy Grahams were one of my all time favorite treats. I haven't had them in many years, but I recently found a delicious substitute for times when the child in me wants a sweet snack. Annie's has a new product out called Cocoa and Vanilla Gluten-Free Bunny Cookies. Instead of little teddy bears, the chocolate and vanilla cookies are in the shape of little bunnies, but they taste so similar. In other words, they are heavenly little cookies that will always have a happy home in my kitchen cupboard. When I was purchasing these, I did notice that Annie's makes other flavors of these little bunny cookies that are not gluten-free. Be sure you are buying the Cocoa and Vanilla variety that say gluten-free on the package. Annie's products are widely available in stores like Whole Foods Market and Hannaford. Their website also has a store locator feature that can help you find these delicious cook-ies near you.
Mediterranean Snack Food Company's Baked Lentil Chips
My boyfriend and I recently took a trip to his hometown for the weekend to attend a family party. His thoughtful mother, afraid I wouldn't be able to eat any of the food served, scoured the shelves of her local Whole Foods Market for snacks and treats for me to bring along. When I arrived, she had more gluten-free food waiting for me than I could eat in a week! Among the goodies I was excitedly riffling through was a bag of Baked Lentil Chips from the Mediterranean Snack Food Company, which I had never seen before. Made with lentil, adzuki and garbanzo beans, they have 70% less fat than regular potato chips, are a good source of fiber and protein, and contain no trans fat. They are crunchy and light and full of flavor. I tried the Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper, but they also come in regular Sea Salt and Cucumber Dill, which I'm dying to try. They are perfect for dipping and snackin, and, just be warned, they are addicting! Their website has a store locator feature that will help you find this delicious snack near you.
King Soba Gluten-Free Mighty Miso
I love going out for sushi. It's healthy and delicious and an easy cuisine for celiacs. As long as I pack my gluten-free Tamari in my purse, I'm all set. I also love the miso soup that is traditionally served alongside the sushi. When I can't get out for sushi, sometimes I like to make myself miso for lunch or dinner. Many times, I've seen packets of miso soup mix that are not gluten-free so I always have to be careful what I buy. I was glad to find a mix by King Soba that is labeled gluten-free. They offer three flavors of the instant miso soup mix; White Miso with Edamame Soy Beans, Hearty Red Miso with Tofu and Ginger, and White Miso with Pumpkin and Vegetable. These products are certified organic and perfect for slipping in your purse for a quick lunch at work or having on hand at home for an easy meal or side dish. It's just as easy as making a cup of tea. You can conveniently order these products online through the Gluten-Free Mall.
Nature's Path Crunchy Vanilla Sunrise Gluten-Free Cereal
Last Sunday during my routine weekly shopping trip, I discovered a brand new cereal in Whole Foods Market. Nature's Path has released a new gluten-free cereal called Crunchy Vanilla Sunrise and it's fantastic. Made with a blend of corn, rice, flax, quinoa, buckwheat and amaranth, it's a great source of fiber, omega-3 and organic whole grains. The vanilla flavor is sweet and satisfying and pairs wonderfully with fresh sliced fruit. The crispy flakes and puffs hold up well to milk and make for a delicious and convenient way to start the day. I have tried many gluten-free cereals and I can honestly say this is my new favorite. You can find Nature's Path products in many mainstream stores but, if you're not sure where to look, their website has a store locator feature that help you find their products near you.
Many Philly Area Eateries Make Vegans, Vegetarians and Gluten-Free Diners Feel Welcome
Philadelphia is known for its food scene. Visitors alone spent 1.3 billion dollars on food and drink just in 2009. That being said, those on special diets will feel right at home with all the options Philadelphia has to offer. PRNewswire has listed some of the top places to check out for gluten-free dining in Philly. Whether you're a local in the city or just planning a short trip, be sure to check out these hot spots!
From Gluten-Free Pastries to Reality Television
Catherine Ruehle got into the cake business shortly after her son's soccer team was in need of a celebra-tory cake. Beginning with a few specialty orders and progressing to opening her own bakery, Catherine says she was constantly hearing about children in need of gluten-free cakes and getting requests for gluten-free wedding cakes. At her bakery in Fort Worth, TX, Sublime Bakery, Catherine has made it a point to offer a large variety of quality gluten-free, sugar free or animal-product free baked goods. Catherine has since competed on the Food Network Challenge and on the Food Network Cake Challenge. Her episodes will air in the fall.
An iPhone App for World Travelers with Food Allergies
Many people love to travel, but it can be intimidating to try to convey that you can't eat gluten when you don't speak the language. Nicole Natalie has launched an audiobook series called Freedom 2 Travel, which teaches essential phrases in several languages. She also created an iPhone app that translates essential phrases for the user. There is already an Italian app available and apps for several more languages are on the way. Her audiobooks feature 10 languages. If you are traveling abroad any time soon, be sure to check this out.
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Self-Portrait Timer - Self-Portrait Timer helps take the guesswork out of self-portraits by utilizing Face Detection technology to recognize when your face enters the frame. Once the camera detects your face, it triggers a 2-second timer, and then snaps a picture.
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Camera Type: Compact zoom digital camera
Imaging Sensor
Imaging Sensor: 1/2.3" Super HAD CCD SensorProcessor: BIONZPixel Gross: 16.4MPEffective Picture Resolution: 16.1MPColor Filter System: RGB primary color filters
Media Type: optional ?Memory Stick Duo" (No movie recording), optional ?Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark 2 only for movie recording), optional ?Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo", optional SD Memory Card (Class 4 or higher), optional SDHC Memory Card (Class 4 or higher), optional SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or higher)Still Image Mode: JPEGStill Image Max Effective Resolution: Approx. 16.1 MegapixelsStill Image Size 16:9: 12M (4,608 x 2,592) / 2M (1,920 x 1,080)Still Image Size 4:3: 16M (4,608 x 3,456) / 10M (3,648 x 2,736) / 5M (2,592 x 1,944) / VGAPanorama Still Image Size: 7,152 x 1,080 (235deg) / 4,912 x 1,080 (161deg) / 4,912 x 1,920 (161deg) / 3,424 x 1,920 (112deg)Video Mode: 1280x720(Fine)(1,280x720/30fps)/1280x720(Standard)(1,280x720/30fps)/VGA(640x480/30fps)Audio Format: MP3Microphone/Speaker: Mono / Mono
Lens Type: Sony GAperture: f 3.3-5.9Optical Zoom: 5xDigital Zoom: 40xSmart Zoom Technology: 10M: Approx.12x / 5M: Approx.17x / VGA: Approx.72x / 2M: (16:9) Approx.24x)Focal Length (35mm equivalent): Still 16:9: 27.5-275mm / Still 4:3: 25-250mm / Movie 16:9: 27.5-275mm(SteadyShot Standard), 27.5-385mm(SteadyShot Active) / Movie 4:3: 33.5-335mm(SteadyShot Standard), 33.5-469mm(SteadyShot Active)Lens Construction: 9 elements in 7 groups (including 4 aspheric elements)Minimum Focus Distance: iAuto:AF(W:Approx.5cm(0.16') to Infinity, T:Approx.150cm(4.92') to Infinity) / Program Auto:AF(W:Approx.5cm(0.16') to Infinity, T:Approx.150cm(4.92') to Infinity)Aspheric Elements: 3Steady Shot Mode:Active: Yes
Type: None
LCD Display
LCD Type: 2.7" LCD Clear Photo LCD (230K dots)Brightness Control: Normal / Bright / Auto BrightGrid Display: Yes (Off / On)
Focus Control
AF Modes: Multi Point AF /Center Weighted AF / Spot AF / Tracking Focus / Face Tracking FocusAF Illuminator: Auto / Off
Exposure System
Metering Modes: Multi Pattern / Center Weighted / SpotExposure Compensation: Plus / Minus 2.0EV, 1 / 3EV stepScene Mode(s): High Sensitivity / Soft snap / Soft Skin / Landscape / Night Portrait / Night Scene / Gourmet / Beach / Snow / Fireworks / Pet modeD-Range Optimizer: Standard / Plus / OffISO: Auto / 80/ 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200White Balance Mode: Auto (Intelligent) / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent 1 (White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 2 (Natural White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 3 (Day White Fluorescent Lighting) / Incandescent / Flash / One Push
Drive System
Self-timer: Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portraitShutter Speeds: Auto (2" - 1/1600) / Program Auto (1" - 1/1600)Burst Mode: Approx 1 fps at 16.1MP (Maximum 100 shots)
Flash Modes: Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash OffFlash Coverage: ISO Auto: Approx. 0.2-Approx. 3.7m (Approx. 0.66'- Approx. 12.1') (W) / Approx. 1.0-Approx. 1.5m (Approx. 3.28'- Approx. 4.92') (T), ISO3200: Up to Approx. 7.3m (Approx. 24.0') (W) / Up to Approx. 3.1m (Approx. 10.2') (T)
Convenience Features
Red-Eye Reduction: Auto / On / OffErase/Protect: Erase: Single / Select / Date / Folder, Protect: Single / Select / Date / FolderPower Save Mode: Standard / Max / Off
Advanced Features
Sweep Panorama: Sweep Panorama / Sweep Panorama (360)Face Detection: 8 Faces (Auto / Off / Child Priority / Adult Priority / Key Selected Face Memory)Smile Shutter technology: YesImage Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode Image StabilizationIn-Camera Editing: Trimming / Red Eye Correction / Unsharp MaskingIntelligent Auto: YesShooting Tips: YesTracking Focus: Off / AutoBlink Detection: YesPicture Effects: Toy camera / Pop Color / Partial color / Soft High-key
Memory Card Slot: MS Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC CompatibleSD Output: 4:3HD Output: CompositeUSB Port(s): Multi (AV/USB), Hi-Speed USB (USB2.0)
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.): W x H x D: 3 3/4" x 2 1/4" x 7/8" (94.3mm x 56.1mm x 21.7mm)Weight (Approx.): 5.0 oz (142g)Weight(Approx) (Main unit only): 4.4 oz (124g)
Battery Type: LITHIUM ION NP-BN 3.6VBattery Capacity: typical: 2.3Wh (630mAh), minimum: 2.2Wh (600mAh)Number of Still Images: 220Power Consumption (in Operation): Approx. 1.1WPower Requirements: AC 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz, 2W
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This blog post by Tom Malinowski originally appeared on the State Department's Dipnote blog. Malinowski is the assistant secretary of state for democracy, human rights and labor.
Crimean Residents to Face Russian-Style Repression
by Tom Malinowski
One unfortunate effect — and perhaps intent — of the Russian government's threats against eastern Ukraine has been to divert the world's attention from the part of Ukraine it has already seized.
On April 15, the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights issued a report on Crimea documenting what the Russian government has tried to hide by denying international monitors access to Crimea: the imprisonment, torture and killings of Crimean citizens who opposed Russia's illegal annexation of the peninsula prior to the March referendum.
The world is already familiar with some of the more horrific reports that have emerged in recent weeks, such as the discovery on March 18 of the body of Crimean Tatar activist Reshat Ametov two weeks after he had been abducted, bearing clear evidence of abuse. On March 25, Human Rights Watch reported that two Euromaidan activists in Crimea had been kidnapped and brutally tortured by Russian and local forces in secret facilities for 11 days.
After spinning a fictitious tale of protecting members of the ethnic Russian minority in Ukraine, the Russian government and its proxies are subjecting members of ethnic minorities in Crimea to the very abuses they pretend to oppose. On March 31, pro-Russian thugs beat a 14-year-old Tatar boy for speaking Tatar in public. On March 18, Crimean Deputy Prime Minister Temirgaliyev announced that Tatars must give up their land to be used for other purposes. On March 15 and 16, pro-Russia thugs kidnapped Ukrainian Greek Catholic priests, interrogated them, and had local "authorities" charge some of them with "extremism." Following anonymous death threats, the Chief Reform Rabbi of Crimea has fled.
All told, international organizations report that around 5,000 people, including minority Christians, Jews and at least 3,000 Tatars, have fled Crimea and sought refuge elsewhere in Ukraine.
If the Russian government begins to impose through its occupation and purported annexation of Crimea the repressive laws it is increasingly implementing in Russia, Crimean residents may experience surprising restrictions on the rights they once freely exercised. Among these are:
• A Loss of Autonomy. Even as President Putin demands decentralization in Ukraine, he is abolishing it in Russia. A new bill in the Duma could cancel direct mayoral elections in Russia, stripping citizens of their ability to elect their local leaders.
• Censorship and Propaganda. As has already been done within Russia, Russian authorities have tried to limit Crimean residents' access to TV channels that are not Kremlin-controlled. From Russia's Internet space, Crimean residents could find themselves unable to access certain independent news sites.
• Criminalization of Dissent. The Russian government could attempt to subject Crimean residents who wish to express dissent to its arsenal of laws unduly restricting freedom of expression, including Russian-style prosecutions of journalists and activists for "extremism" and "hooliganism" simply for expressing independent views.
• "Foreign Agent" Hysteria. Following the xenophobic trend encouraged by authorities in Russia, lists of local "traitors" and "foreign agents" have already begun to appear in Crimea. Crimean nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), like Russian ones, may find themselves subjected to a range of new, burdensome regulations, including the notorious Russian "Foreign Agents" NGO law. Many Crimean human rights defenders have already fled Crimea, and many of those who stayed are considering a principled stance to avoid taking on the false and stigmatizing label of "foreign agent."
• Limits on Freedom of Assembly. Recent Russian laws instituting harsh fines (over $9,000) for participating in peaceful unsanctioned protest, if imposed in Crimea, may have a chilling effect on public demonstrations. We've already seen evidence in Sevastopol: On April 15, the city banned an LGBT pride parade, citing Russia's ban on LGBT "propaganda."
Russia will continue to pay a high price if it continues to occupy Crimea. Sanctions imposed because of its actions in Crimea will remain so long as those actions continue. And we will increase these costs if Russia does not follow through on the commitments it made in Geneva on April 17 to de-escalate the crisis it has manufactured in eastern Ukraine.
We will also continue to empower Ukraine to withstand Russian pressure and move towards a prosperous and democratic future. In recent days, the United States has signed a loan-guarantee agreement with Ukraine to unlock $1 billion in financing, which will help the Ukrainian government to provide critical services and protect vulnerable citizens as the government implements necessary economic reforms. We are providing additional assistance to support those reforms, as well as free and fair elections, anti-corruption initiatives, recovery of stolen assets, and helping Ukraine withstand politically motivated trade actions by Russia.
As we look to what has happened in Crimea, and seek to diffuse tensions in eastern Ukraine, we are reminded what is at stake. This is not a dispute between different parts of Ukraine. It is a contest, as President Obama has said, between two competing ideals: "the belief that through conscience and free will, each of us has the right to live as we choose," and an "older, more traditional view of power" which holds that "order and progress can only come when individuals surrender their rights to an all-powerful sovereign."
The desire to live in freedom, under a state that serves its citizens, not the other way around, is universal. Ukrainians don't want to lose their freedom. Their fellow citizens in Crimea, and neighbors in Russia, deserve to reclaim it.


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Questions for Drawing 1
1. Each relocation center contained 30 to 40 residential blocks, separated by open land to deter fires. Each block housed about 250 people. Using the key, identify the types of buildings included in each residential block. What activities took place in communal spaces?
2. The top row shows the plans for the residential blocks at the first centers to be built. The second row shows layouts for centers constructed later. Because the barracks were based on temporary military housing, men's and women's bathrooms at first contained only toilets, sinks, and communal showers. There were no partitions or bathtubs and very little hot water. Bathrooms at the later centers had bathtubs and partitions for the women's bathrooms. Why do you think these changes were made?
3. Each barrack contained four to six one-room apartments, ranging from 15 ft. by 20 ft. to 24 ft. by 20 ft. Each apartment housed a family or a group of single people. Eight people lived in the largest apartments. How much space did each person have? Measure your classroom. How does that compare with the sizes of the apartments?
4. Partitions between apartments did not extend all the way to the roof. One evacuee remembered: "They used cheap pine wood. The knots would fall off so we could see into a neighbor's room, and we could hear the shocking sound of voices, complaining, arguing bitterly. We weren't used to this. Our family was a gentle family. I was deeply upset because our daughter was listening, and I couldn't shut it out."¹ Why do you suppose this was so upsetting?
5. What can you learn from these plans about daily life at the relocation camps? How much privacy do you think people had? How would that affect families or individuals? How would it affect you?
¹ Fred Barbash, "In Desert Camp, Life Behind Barbed Wire," The Washington Post, December 6, 1982, cited in Erwin N. Thompson, "Manzanar Relocation Center" (Inyo County, California), National Historic Landmark documentation, Washington, D.C.: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1984, 8/3.
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