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Kirkham baby death: Police still need 'vital call
Police investigating the death of a baby whose body was found in a stream say they had a good response to a TV appeal but still need a "vital call".
The boy was discovered at Spen Brook in Kirkham, Lancashire, on 1 October.
Police revealed on BBC Crimewatch they believe the child may have been put in an Evans shoe box, which originally contained a pair of size-five shoes.
Det Supt Neil Esseen said he wanted to find the mother to "allow this little boy to get some rest".
He said they had received information about the box and other items found at the scene, including a union jack towel and a green towel with a "Renaissance" label, as well as a discoloured fleece that was originally blue and white.
However, they "need someone to put the items together", he said.
"That will be the vital clue that leads us to the mother of this child."
He added: "I am determined we will find her and we will piece together what happened."
Detectives believe the baby was no more than a month old, had been born at full-term and his body had been in the water for no more than five days when he was discovered by a dog walker.

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text: While at the Hamden Farmers Market's opening day we had a special visitor! Taylor from New England Vintage Chic stopped by to chat with us and come aboard The Vintanthromobile. We felt even more special when we learned that we were the final stop on her way home from a three month long cross country road trip! Because I follow her blog, it was a treat to finally meet Taylor in person. Her boyfriend Jeb was also super sweet and such a great sport. I can't wait to meet up with them in their neck of the woods! Here's a link to the blog post she did about us!


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Confessions of Re-creater: Critter Caps Kids Love!
No Non-cents Nanna is enjoying re-creating baseball caps into dinosaurs and other Critter Caps of the fun kind.
Please note: all No Non-cents Nanna blog posts are in process of being eidited due to closing of Heart Felt Play Son line.
I admit:
- I was nervous about hot gluing the felt triangles and googly eyes onto the centers of the baseball caps. *Even nimble fingers can get burned. OUCH! The snaggle teeth were a piece of cake, though.
- I was inspired with the courage to hot glue by a number of Pins on PInterest, but I did my own thing as far as design.
- Yes, you can DIY yourself for much cheaper than I will charge at local Colorado Springs events and on my Heart Felt Play Store on Shopify, **but do you have the time?
*If you are thinking about kids making this as a craft: I will discourage use of the hot glue gun. In years past I have gotten a few nasty burns with hot glue by dumb accident. Choose another media like paper or foam that regular glue can be used.


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New in Geneva, this online shop provides all types of clothes and accessories for babies and kids. GenevaBaby needed a website quickly, not only for the shop but also to build a community, and Drupal was the best choice for this.
- To have an independent web platform that provides an online shop, a advanced blogging system and community capabilities that include profile management, internal messaging, personal blogs, etc.
- The solution had to be affordable and quickly functional.
Role of Linalis:
- Hosting of the Drupal Platform (during the development phase)
- Domain name and e-mail configuration
- Installation and configuration of :
- Online Shop (Übercart and complementary modules)
- Payment management module (Paypal)
- Advanced profile management and internal messaging
- Google Analytics, XML Sitemap
- Personalization of an existing theme
Project's Benefit:
Thanks to Drupal, the online shop and community GenevaBaby.com is born. The management of the shop is very accessible and the platform itself is ready to welcome people from around the world.


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<Back to Trainings
Mon, 12/18/2017 – Wed, 12/20/2017
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham/Chapel Hill
5310 McFarland Dr, Durham, NC 27707
Hotel Reservations Contact Laura Pelletier (919) 403-1111
We are now accepting applications for the Short Course on the ECERS-R to be December 18-20, 2017. The Short Course provides training in use of the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale – Revised Edition (ECERS-R). Authors of this widely used instrument serve as faculty for the training. Participants will be taught to use the scale and given guided practice conducting assessments in child care settings. Comprehensive debriefing will follow each practice assessment, led by experienced group leaders, with the authors on hand to answer questions. There is also an option to stay December 21st and 22nd to become reliable in the ECERS-R scale.
Application procedure
Applications must be accompanied by a check or approved purchase order. We cannot guarantee spots without a purchase order or check for the training. Purchase orders must be replaced with checks by November 27th. Interest typically exceeds our capacity - we are often completely booked two weeks after opening registration - so apply early for the best chance of enrollment. Applicants will be notified within two weeks whether they have been accepted.
A fee of $1650 covers the cost of the training, all materials, and breakfast and lunch for the first day of training. The fee does not include breakfast, lunch and dinners for Tuesday and Wednesday or overnight accommodations. Refunds will be given, minus a $50 processing charge, if cancellation is made by November 27th. After November 27, no refunds will be given. If you are staying for the extra two days of reliability, it will be an additional $750 per day.
Accommodations and travel
The Raleigh-Durham Airport is 18 miles from Chapel Hill. Upon acceptance, applicants will be sent information about hotel, rental cars, taxis, airport limousines and shuttle service. The training will be held at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham/Chapel Hill. Rooms will be held at the hotel at a special rate of $107/night.
Schedule and course credit
The Monday session will run approximately from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the following two days from 7:30a.m. to 5p.m. Letters of completion will be given only for participation in the entire session, so please make travel plans accordingly.
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NEW JERSEY—Livingston, N.J.-based BNE Real Estate Group has named Kristina Hedden vice president of marketing. In this role, Hedden will be responsible for overseeing the firm's new development marketing efforts with a focus on New Jersey's Gold Coast.
Prior to joining BNE Real Estate Group, Hedden worked for The Marketing Directors where she managed marketing programs for more than 15 developments in the New York metro area.
"Kristina has worked alongside some of the most highly respected and well trained professionals in the industry," said Jonathan Schwartz, SVP of BNE Real Estate Group. "She brings to us an extensive knowledge of the urban, multifamily market and a proven ability to conceive and execute comprehensive programs that are fresh, creative and credible."


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When it comes to exercise equipment, knowing what you want, and knowing what to get to give you what you want, can be tricky. I know it is for me. For years, I struggled to get up and go to the gym, then spent years trying to find the perfect home machine so I wouldn't have to.
The problem is, there are so many types of devices, it was impossible to figure out what I needed. Until, one magical day (yes, after years of searching this was, in fact, magical), I stepped onto a vibration platform. The only question I had, was which model was better- the Merax or the Confidence Vibration Platform?


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"Escape the Ordinary..."
Denver, CO (PRWEB) January 10, 2014
New VersaSpa Pro™ by Sunless, Inc. - Now at The Grand Palms Tanning Resort & Sunless Spa in Denver, CO
The Grand Palms Tanning Resort & Sunless Spa is proud to announce the newest addition to their line-up of professional sunless tanning equipment, the VersaSpa Pro™ Heated Sunless Spa Series spray tan booth.
The VersaSpa Pro is the newest sunless tanning technology made available by Sunless, Inc., the pioneers of sunless tanning and makers of Mystic Tan®, VersaSpa®, Evolv.®, and their latest introduction, the VersaSpa Pro™ Heated Sunless Spa Series™.
The Grand Palms Tanning Resort & Sunless Spa is the only tanning salon in Denver to offer all three sunless tanning options from Sunless, Inc. (VersaSpa Pro, Mystic Tan HD and Evolv).
"We are constantly staying ahead of our competition by always delivering the very latest in sunless technology to our clients," said Keith Rodenberger, owner of The Grand Palms Tanning Resort & Sunless Spa, "and with our most recent addition to our sunless tanning line-up, a state-of-the-art application system like the VersaSpa Pro, which is the newest breakthrough in heated sunless spray tanning, is why our clients experience the finest sunless tanning results imaginable every visit to The Grand Palms".
Designed with a multitude of revolutionary features, the new VersaSpa Pro Heated Sunless Spa Series spray tan booth delivers the experience you would expect from a true professional custom air brush tan every time, but with the privacy of a spray booth and with sunless tanning results that are consistent, personalized and flawless.
With four sunless tanning color levels to choose from (Glow, Light, Medium or Dark) and other skin treatment options available, including Pre-sunless Skin Prep and Post-sunless Super Hydrating Moisturizer, clients can enjoy endless sunless tanning combinations each time they experience the VersaSpa Pro. Clients can even customize their VersaSpa Pro session to provide them with extra dark legs or face!
This is no ordinary sunless booth. The brand new VersaSpa Pro combines innovation after innovation to transform your skin in just minutes. Bronze, Hydrate and Smooth fine lines in one session. Customize your tanning application by selecting one, or combining all three full-body treatments – a pre-sunless pH balancing skin prep treatment, one of two sunless bronzing treatments, and a post-sunless super hydrating treatment. Enjoy the process as much as the results and relax with a wide-open and heated interior design.
- Next generation spray technology delivers consistent sunless tanning spray application to ensure a flawless tan every time.
- Heated Sunless System pampers users with a comfortable, spa-like experience.
- Height Sensor Technology ensures pinpoint accuracy and full coverage for all body types, including clients who only want to tan their legs or face.
- Built-in intelligence literally talks clients through the sunless tanning experience with voice guided instructions and additional visual instructions if needed.
- Ability to upgrade each session, including adding additional sunless tanning applications, additional skin treatments, or color boosts for legs or face.
- Endless customization options, with four sunless tanning color levels that range from a hint of color to a deep, rich dark bronze, and other skin treatments, which include skin prep and moisturizer, The VersaSpa Pro can meet the demands of all skin types and desired sunless tanning results.
In summary and quite simply, the VersaSpa Pro delivers flawless, long-lasting, so-good-it-looks-like-Mother-Nature color via a heated application that makes every sunless tanning session feel like a warm, inviting spa-like experience that you'll want to return to again and again.
With corporate headquarters in Greenwood Village, CO, The Grand Palms Tanning Resort & Sunless Spa, which now has five luxurious locations throughout Denver, has been revolutionizing the indoor tanning industry since its inception in 2003.
Guests at The Grand Palms find themselves transported to a lush, tropical environment where, as they tan, they can enjoy spa-like amenities and escape the harried pace of their everyday lives.
Offering the finest luxury tanning beds in the world, including the most advanced custom sunless spray tanning options and Red Light Therapy skin rejuvenation beds - guests are assured the absolute best in tanning technology, safety and results available on the market today.
The Grand Palms Tanning Resort has established a notable celebrity following, and is the only tanning salon in all of Colorado to be chosen as the official tanning resort of The Denver Broncos Cheerleaders, The Colorado Mammoth Wild Bunch, The Colorado Avalanche Ice Girls, The Denver Nuggets Dancers and The Denver Outlaws Dance Team. And with good reason.
The high-end technology, interior decor and ambience of The Grand Palms five Denver-area luxurious locations are unlike any other tanning salons in the world. From its unique, upscale island resort atmosphere, to its industry-leading German and Italian manufactured tanning beds assuring total user comfort and amazing tanning results, to its newest and most advanced VersaSpa Pro, Mystic Tan HD and Evolv custom sunless tanning systems, to its steadfast dedication to providing a luxe spa-like experience with impeccable customer service to each and every guest, The Grand Palms Tanning Resort stands alone amid the indoor tanning industry.
Inside The Grand Palms guests experience a massive cascading waterfall and rock cave entrance, exotic tanning bungalows with authentic thatch roof, an immense theater wall displaying beautiful ocean and sunset images, imported bamboo, granite, custom tile finishes, and custom rock flooring. Each private tanning bungalow is elegantly appointed with all of the amenities guests need – essential personal items, fresh towels, protective eyewear, a private CD stereo and iPod input with personal stereo headset, and an alternate "ESCAPE" headset allowing guests to listen to the soothing sounds of ocean waves while enjoying their tanning experience.
Website: http://www.TheGrandPalmsTanningResort.com
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ITSM BlogLatest Articles
Fixing your CMDB to reconnect IT with the businessPublished: 23 November 2015
However pleased or displeased you may be with your CMDB, here's what you can't ignore: The business needs to be able to inform IT of long-term plans. For this to be possible, you must produce contextualized, relevant reporting insights. And in order to do that, your CMDB must reflect the appropriate business requirements. If you don't get this piece right, you'll have to start again. Learn how to avoid that situation.


text: |Hotel Casa del Callejon is located in the heart of the city of Puebla, just 30 minutes from the Puebla airport and only an hour and a half from Mexico City. We are on a tiny side street in the quaint antiques section of town known as Los Sapos. A short walk of 2 blocks takes you to the main square, or Zócalo, and the famous Puebla Cathedral. Our hotel forms part of a very large "casona" that is more than 200 years old. We offer you 7 unique and comfortable rooms that will transport you to the Colonial era of this great city of Puebla. We strive to make your stay with us the most pleasant experience possible, and hope that you return again and again to Hotel Casa del Callejon. To make a reservation, please contact us by phone or from our contact page.


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Lip Balms And Glosses May Raise Cancer Of The Skin Risk
If you're a regular lip balm or lipsticks user you need to possibly keep in mind that there's a high probability your chance of developing cancer of the skin is larger, based on investigator, Dr. Christine Brown, Baylor College Clinic, Dallas. The balms/glosses really attract the ultraviolet sun rays.
Furthermore we must safeguard the skin we have in the sun, states Dr. Brown, but additionally our lips. Actually, a quarter of People in america don't seem to use any kind of lip protection. Your skin in your lips is extremely thin and it is more vulnerable to ageing from sun-damage, in comparison towards the skin within the relaxation of the body.
Shiny lip balms/glosses possess the opposite aftereffect of sun lotions – they attract the sun rays towards the lips. Lipsticks/balm must only be used following a layer of sun-protection continues to be placed on the lips first – the sun's rays protection ought to be underneath the shiny lipsticks/balm. If you are planning to become uncovered to sunlight for more than twenty minutes you need to use a sun screen lotion by having an SPF of 30 in advance, states Dr. Brown.
Dr. Brown described that cancer of the skin is potentially a lot more aggressive when it's around the lower lip – there's a greater likelihood that it'll spread to surrounding lymph nodes.
Signs of potential lip and oral cavity cancer-
— A sore that does not heal on the lip or in the mouth
— Lump/thickening on the lips/gums, or in the mouth
— A patch on the tonsils, lining of the mouth, or gums – red or white in color
— Numbness in the lip or mouth
— Pain in the lip or mouth
— Unexplained (regular) bleeding in the lip or mouth
— Change in the person's voice
— Loose teeth
— Dentures that no longer fit well
— Swelling of the jaw
— Difficulty swallowing
— Difficulty moving the tongue and/or jaw
— Feeling that something is caught in the throat, or sore throat
– Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas
– Dr. Christine Brown


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Carlos Garcia grew up running the streets of Juarez and in late 1992 after living in the US for about 16 years a friend invited him on a short work trip to Juarez. After a few of these short weekend mission trips Carlos felt a strong calling from God to go back to his home and reach the people that were without hope. Along with his wife Sylvia and 3 children, Santiago, Olga and Bianca, as well as many people from his local church, Carlos began stepping out in faith to take weekend treks to Juarez. These trips involved equipping other churches to teach God's word and to help the needy with basic needs such as clothing, shelter, and food. But most importantly Carlos wanted to show the people of Juarez the love of God.
As the volunteers from the US grew in numbers it became apparent that safe, clean, and secure accommodations were necessary. In 1996 Carlos bought an old house that eventually became the Base. The idea behind the Base was to have a safe, clean place where Amigo Fiel volunteers could come home to after a long day of hard work. Today the base is known to many as a home away from home where one can shower, eat, and have some fun with fellow workers.
After working with several day-orphanages, Carlos saw a need to not only protect and teach children, but to help clothe and feed them. So he bought a little blue house from his uncle about 10 minutes away from the Base, opened the doors and started offering lunch to the children in the local coloñia. Many of the adults in the area were grateful for the care that was being given to the children, that it opened the door for Carlos to start a Saturday night Bible study.
Initially mostly women would attend the Saturday night Bible study but soon enough entire families were attending and finding renewed hope and healing in their family. Today we have a Sunday morning service, along with Wednesday nights and youth group on Friday evening. We are seeing wonderful fruit from the church as members are serving one another and growing in their walk.
The next purchase was the corner lot adjacent to the Blue House. Through the hard work and financial support from many people we were able to build the Amigo Fiel facility, which houses the church and our afterschool program.
Today, children come daily for a hot meal, help with their homework, and are taught a character series based on God's word.
Most importantly, children have a safe place to go to after school where they receive love and have a place where they feel safe. There are always people there to listen to and counsel them through whatever they might be going through at home or at school.


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Hello, all!
Thank you so much for joining me on another stop of the Thick & Thin blog tour celebrating the release of book 8 in the THIRDS series!
Since a good part of Thick & Thin deals with the Destructive Delta family, we're bringing in the team for a series of rapid fire questions. Enjoy!
Coffee or Tea?
Dex: Is that a real question? Coffee. All. The. Coffee. All of it. Mine.
Sloane: Coffee.
Ash: Both. What? I can't drink tea? Bite me.
Cael: Tea. And hot chocolate! Yummy!
Calvin: Both. Hobbs: Coffee.
Rosa: Espresso. None of that watered-down crap.
Letty: Same here. Espresso.
Favorite food?
Dex: Yes. All of it. Except rabbit food, otherwise known as vegetables.
Sloane: Empanadas. They're my weakness.
Ash: Meat.
Cael: Sushi
. Calvin: Anything my mom makes.
Hobbs: Anything Calvin's mom makes.
Rosa: My dad's Jibarito – steak sandwich served on plantains instead of bread.
Letty: Croqueta preparada – Cuban steak sandwich with croquets.
Favorite color(s)?
Dex: Orange. The color of cheesy doodles. Mmmm…. Oh, and blue.
Sloane: Gray. Is that weird?
Ash: I don't care. Not orange.
Cael: Earthy colors.
Calvin: Blue and black.
Hobbs: Blues and greens.
Rosa: Red. Sometimes pink.
Letty: Black and white.
Favorite hobby?
Dex: Is eating considered a hobby? Eating. Annoying Ash? That's another favoritede hobby.
Sloane: Reading.
Ash: Baking. Shut up.
Cael: Video games.
Calvin: Drawing and reading comic books.
Hobbs: Watching Calvin draw, and reading comic books.
Rosa: Cooking.
Letty: Upcycling furniture.
Sunrise or sunset? Dex: Sunset. With Sloane.
Sloane: Sunrise, but since Dex will still be in zombie mode, sunset.
Ash: Sunset.
Cael: Sunset.
Calvin: Sunset. I am not a morning person.
Hobbs: I am a morning person, but sunset with Calvin.
Rosa: Sunset
. Letty: Sunrise.
What chore do you hate doing?
Dex: Laundry and taking out the trash. Sloane does that.
Sloane: Cleaning the bathroom. Dex does it. While wearing a Star Wars apron.
Ash: All of it, but it's got to be done so quit whining.
Cael: Washing dishes.
Calvin: Cooking.
Hobbs: Cooking.
Rosa: Vacuuming and mopping.
Letty: Dusting.
Genre: Paranormal Gay Romance, Shifters
Series: THIRDS
Length: Novella
Published: Feb 1st, 2017
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Cover Artist: L.C. Chase
Ebook ISBN-13: 9781635333893
In a matter of days, Dex has been kidnapped, tortured, killed, revived, become half-Therian, offered the chance to become a spy, and accepted a proposal to marry his jaguar Therian boyfriend, Sloane Brodie. It's been a lot to take in, and although Dex is still trying to wrap his head around everything that's happened, he knows he has to move forward.
After the events of Smoke & Mirrors, Dex and Sloane find themselves in one of the most frightening situations of all: revealing the truth to their Destructive Delta family.
When the dust settles, nothing will ever be the same, and it's up to Dex to prove that in the face of change, the one thing that will always remain the same is family.
Charlie Cochet is an author by day and artist by night. Always quick to succumb to the whispers of her wayward muse, no star is out of reach when following her passion. From adventurous agents and sexy shifters, to society gentlemen and hardboiled detectives, there's bound to be plenty of mischief for her heroes to find themselves in, and plenty of romance, too!
Currently residing in Central Florida, Charlie is at the beck and call of a rascally Doxiepoo bent on world domination. When she isn't writing, she can usually be found reading, drawing, or watching movies. She runs on coffee, thrives on music, and loves to hear from readers.
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Five rounds of funding
- 2011 : 1st round of funding of € 650,000 from individual investors such as Dominique Michel and Guy Fleury
- 2013 : 2nd round of funding of € 1.6m from the sector investment funds: DEMETER and EMERGENCE INNOVATION
- 2014 : 3rd round of funding of € 3.8m from three new investment funds (HPC Capital, Paca Investissement and CPG) and three long-standing shareholders of the company. (Demeter, Emergence Innovation 1 and the IO group). The BNP Paribas and the Caisse d'Epargne have also jointly granted bank financing of € 1.2m
- 2016 : 4th round of funding of € 3m from Tertium and several historical partners (PACA investissement, FCPR Emergence Innovation 1 & Demeter 3 Amorçage, FIP Entrepreneurs Capital 3)
- 2017 : 5th round of funding of € 8m from Siem offshore contractors, Hitachi Zosen, Amundi Private Equity Funds, and from some of Ideol's existing shareholders (Tertium, PACA Investissement and Conseil Plus Gestion)
- 2018 : 6th round of funding of € 15m from Kerogen Capital, and from existing shareholders of Ideol, including Amundi Private Equity, Sofimac Regions and Paca Investment
Public authority support
Funding amounting to a total of € 7.3m was granted by ADEME in 2014 through the Investments for the Future programme as part of the Call for Expressions of Interest relating to "marine renewable energy: building blocks and demonstrators" for the Oceagen project piloted by Ideol in partnership with BOUYGUES TP and IFSTTAR.
The European Union also supports the Floatgen project through the 7th Framework Programme of research and technological development amounting to a total funding of approximately € 10m in 2013.
Ideol is also a partner in the Lifes50+ project which will receive € 7m of funding from the European Union in 2015 (Horizon2020 Programme).
Ideol is generating revenue
The signing of a design and engineering contract in June 2015 with its partner Hitachi Zosen in Japan has enabled Ideol to generate revenue for the first time and thus to finance its development programme. This contract confirms the company's business model, the relevance of the floating foundation developed by Ideol and its international success.


text: On Mon, 2005-01-24 at 10:02 -0500, Jeff Spaleta wrote: > On Mon, 24 Jan 2005 09:15:14 -0500, Sean Middleditch > <elanthis awesomeplay com> wrote: > > We _have_ had this problem, btw. The problem is that it's not generally > > developers that notice it. It's the user that just want to have their > > machine work. I go to install third party app Foo from Foo's web site, > > it needs libbar.so.2, Fedora only has libbar.so.1, and many other apps > > on the net require libbar.so.1. > > A third part website is packaging libbar.so.2 in a package of the > same package name as Feodora's libbar.so.1? Why would a third party > site do that? Unless the intention was to replace the Fedora package? > Isn't this an example of the care 3rd party packagers should be taking > to make sure their packages work well with Core? Sure, they just make up their own package name. Then FC4 comes along and includes a package that provides the same library, but in a different package name because there's no standard, and the user's system breaks until they magically become experienced enough to fix it. > > And I might add.. that while users and admins.. might want to install > many other apps from anywhere on the net that the find them... this is > not necessarily advisable behavior. You continue to cater to this Because Fedora is going to provide every application that every user could ever want with the latest version with the latest features such that no user will ever, ever need anything not on the Fedora Core/Extras CD, ever, under any circumstance, ever... right? > sort of thing and you will end up with people install very old > libraries that are no longer being maintained so that they can install > very old applications that are no longer being maintained and could > have unresolved but well understood security problems. I'm really not > sure its in anyones best interest to make it really drop-dead easy to > install unmaintained software that might be expoitable simply because > the package was created in 2000. So, because a user might install an old app, you won't to make sure users can't install any app...? Hmm, the user might download an old app from source and install it! Even an inexperienced user can follow a README or HOWTO. I suggest that FC4 disables all Internet access and does not ship with a compiler so that users don't inadvertently install an insecure or buggy app. Advanced users who are knowledgeable about security will still be able to manually configure network access and find compiler binaries off the 'net, so this change won't reduce the usefulness of Fedora, but simply protect users who don't know any better. </sarcastic-extremism> ;-) > > -jef >


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Clean & Accurate Thursdays
August 2 @ 8:00 pm - 2:00 am
come join us, for the most clean, accurate and precise evening of the week. try the Ginspiration challenge. Indulge your cake eating desires. Enjoy our lovely sound system, pool table and sure…. why not charge your phones on our free to use usb sockets. Thursdays just got awesome. you're welcome


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Two Men Junk Removal is your friendly neighborhood trash and Junk removal company; serving major cities like Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis and Minnetonka and surrounding areas. We are a full-service junk and trash Removal Companyserving all over Minnesota. With more than five years of experience we will give you the best service in this area, be it Commercial, Residential trash removal or junk removal, we do it all. Apart from trash and junk removal we also provide painting service, floor repair, plumbing, carpet replacing & removal etc. Call us for a free estimate or for a prompt service at very reasonable price.Read More
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The listings posted here are official announcements of employment opportunities at the West Tennessee School for the Deaf. Each announcement contains information about who to contact if you are interested in a particular position.
You can download a State of Tennessee Application Form (in adobe pdf format) here. Sign and mail the form to the appropriate contact person at WTSD as stipulated in the job position description.
It is the policy of the Tennessee School for the Deaf not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national origin, creed, age, marital status, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment policies as required by TITLE VI and TITLE VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act; TITLE IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Inquiries regarding compliance with TITLE VII, TITLE IX may be directed to Judi Brookshire at (865) 579-2500 or (865) 579-2452.
Inquiries regarding compliance with TITLE VI, ADA, Section 504 may be directed to Oliver Lang at (865) 579-2500 or (865)579-2418.
Persons Wishing To Do So May Directly Register Their Concerns With The Office Of Civil Rights at (404) 562-6350
©2012 West Tennessee School for the Deaf


text: In this introductory video to the Ashtanga yoga practice, yoga instructor Nicki Doane demonstrates the fundamental poses and breath work. You'll learn the basic Ashtanga yoga poses and experience the dynamic flow of movement and breath. Each session builds the foundation for the Ashtanga yoga series, deepening your personal insight and leading you to greater strength, serenity and peace within.


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The Periodic Table of SEO Elements: Everything You Need to Know on SEO [Infographic]
by Alex D'Amore | February 2, 2017
Our minds were blown by our friends at Search Engine Land when we found this gorgeous infographic. It's rare to find an infographic that you can look at for hours like this. Print this bad boy out and hang it over your computer to master the ancient art of SEO.
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MASSIVE BOULDERS of ice as much as 50 feet long surged over the banks of the Kankakee River, felling trees and pounding holes into frame houses.
A motorboat chugged past red emergency lights that were the only visible sign of a submerged Wilmington, Ill., police car.
By the end of three stormy days in February, 9 homes were destroyed, 131 homes and 1 church were damaged, and 1 person was dead.


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Most of us, especially people who take an active interest in their health and fitness, worry about what we put into our bodies. A lot of people have some very strong ideas about what is and isn't healthy. To most people, amino acid supplements fall into the "healthy" catergory. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein, and we eat amino acids every day in our food. What's more, a lot of research has shown that supplementing the diet with amino acids like creatine, the BCAAs and glutamine are both safe and effective.
In spite of these strong positive indicators, there is no absolute guarantee that even an amino acid supplement will not have long term effects down the line - it is only through many years of use and scientific reporting that these supplements are universally regarded as safe.
Agmatine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid that is naturally present in food like meat and shellfish, and is produced from L-Arginine in the human body. Bodybuilders began to take interest in agmatine for a number of different reasons.
Firstly, it acts as a neuromodulator and it is known to improve the mind-muscle connection. Strengthening the connection between mind and body means improved muscle control, and better results.
Secongly, agmatine is though to stimulate the release of the hormones that tell the body to make more testosterone. In this way, it can increase strength.
On top of this, agmatine can reduce the perception of pain, which can help athletes push through to the next level, and it may help the body use insulin more efficiently.
Two researchers in the US took high dose of agmatine for five years. They each consumed 2.67g of Agmatine per day, split into two doses which were taken morning and night. Over the course of the experiment, they subjected themselves to periodic blood and urinary analyses. After five years, the researchers concluded that this high dose had produced no ill effects, nor had any bearing on overall health.
Small scale research like this not only gives users confidence that they can use a substance long-term, but it is vital to open the discussion on the safety of nutriceuticals like agmatine, forming an excellent basis for larger scale studies down the track. In spite of this reassuring experiment, it is important for every individual to be aware that they may respond to this substance in a different manner. Because health is too important to play around with, people using a nutriceutical supplement in the long term, even a natural and seemingly benign amino acid such as agmatine, is urged to discuss this with their doctor.
Gilad GM, Gilad VH. Long-Term (5 Years), High Daily Dosage of Dietary Agmatine-Evidence of Safety: A Case Report. J Med Food. 2014 Sep 23.


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Virtual currency is a high-risk payment option for consumers
The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation advises consumers who may consider purchasing the digital or virtual currency Bitcoin to proceed with caution because of the high-financial risks involved.
Just last week, the largest Bitcoin exchange shut down resulting in hundreds of millions dollars' worth of lost bitcoins.A couple of weeks ago, a Bitcoin "ATM" opened up in South Station. While this operation closely resembles an ATM, the kiosk performs quite differently. It does not provide cash, but instead allows consumers to load bitcoins onto a virtual wallet either accessed by an app downloaded onto a smartphone or through a code provided on a piece of paper that is unique to each consumer.
Proponents of Bitcoin make the point that this virtual currency allows for a faster, no-fee payment system, which is attractive to both merchants and consumers. While there is a demand for a faster and more efficient commercial payment system, the question is whether bitcoins are the most appropriate and safest alternative to satisfy that demand.
Before purchasing bitcoins either online or through a kiosk, consumers are strongly advised to consider the risks.
What are bitcoins?
Bitcoins are a type of decentralized virtual currency, meaning they are not issued or backed by the United States or any other government. They are also unregulated and uninsured, which means that consumers and businesses alike have limited recourse if they have a problem. Unlike the dollar, which is legal tender, no one is required to accept bitcoins as a form of payment.
While not tangible currency, bitcoins are bought by transferring real money through an exchange or to an individual, and are stored on computers or held by the purchaser or a third party in a so-called virtual wallet. Once the bitcoins are in your virtual wallet, you can use them to purchase items from any merchant willing to accept them or sell them to someone willing to buy them.
What risks should I be worried about?
Consumers should pay particular attention to the following risks:
- You can lose your money or bitcoins on an exchange:Consumer ramifications were seen first-hand when one of the largest Bitcoin exchanges, Mt. Gox, abruptly closed down recently with no explanation. It was later revealed the exchange was hacked, and millions of dollars of bitcoins were stolen. Consumers were left hanging as to how they could recoup their lost money. Mt. Goxrecently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and reorganization in the Northern District of Texas, so consumers now have a process under which they can file claims.
- Bitcoins can be stolen from your virtual wallet:Bitcoins are like cash – if they are lost or stolen, they are gone for good. If your virtual wallet is hacked, your bitcoins can be stolen. Also, if you forget your private "key" (similar to a PIN), your bitcoins are not replaceable.
- The value of bitcoins can fluctuate rapidly:During the time it took Consumer Affairs staff to inspect the South Station kiosk, the value of the average of the four most common Bitcoin exchanges fell $20 — it has since fallen hundreds of dollars. This rapid fluctuation means it is a high risk investment for consumers. The value could even drop to zero, making bitcoins worthless.
- There are no consumer protections:Bitcoins are not FDIC insured. Unlike credit cards, you have no right to reverse the charges if something goes wrong. The South Station kiosk also has no disclosures, leaving consumers without information about fees or where to go if there is a problem. The Massachusetts Division of Banks is currently revieweing the operation of this kiosk to determine if it requires licensing.
Should I buy bitcoins or should I stay away from them?
First and foremost, if you can't afford to lose the money you have, you should not buy bitcoins.
For other consumers who are thinking about buying bitcoins, you should do your due diligence, just as with making any investment and weigh all the risks. Understand how the currency works, know how much the currency is currently valued, and how (or whether) you will be able to retrieve that value at any time in the future. After you purchase bitcoins, take proper precautions, including protecting your private "key" and not leaving large amounts in your virtual wallet.
How are bitcoins made?
Bitcoins are created through a sophisticated computer algorithm that requires extensive computer power. Creating new bitcoins is called "mining" and is something that is not available to the average consumer.
Basic Facts on Bitcoin:
- It's a high-risk currency because of the volatility in its price.
- It's not backed by any central banks worldwide and has no tangible value.
- It's an experimental concept.
- It's unregulated and does not provide protection for consumers.
- Consumer disclosure rules and regulations are limited or nonexistent.
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I AM DELIGHTED that the state Department of Education is interested again in starting a pilot program to identify potential school dropouts in the early stages. The state had a pilot program in this for grades seven through 10 in 1969 and then opened 500 of these programs statewide in 1970. They were known as ''work experience.''
The program's accomplishments in identifying, evaluating and working with selected students were not only rewarding to the students but also to the teacher who could see results. The teaching of self-worth, motivation, goal objectives, employability skills and the fact that it was financially rewarding to the students turned thousands of potential dropouts statewide into productive, taxpaying people with definite goals.


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Vacation Village in the Berkshires
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Hancock, Massachusetts
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Commanding a stunning view of the Jiminy Peak ski area, your luxury resort home at Vacation Village will also serve as your gateway to all that the Berkshires has to offer. The area has been a center for dance and the fine arts since the turn of the century. Hear the Boston Symphony at their summer home, Tanglewood, or attend a performance at the Williamstown Theatre. The Norman Rockwell museum as well as many other cultural and historical locales can be accessed easily. During ski season, Jiminy Peak provides an array of slopes to entice any level of skier as well as both day and night skiing.
This Condo Resort is directly across the street from Jimminy Peak. They have two pet friendly buildings so you can bring your pet on vacation. Rooms are limited.
Just returned from 3 day stay, 12/18 - 12/20/2009. Originally rented an A unit, 1 bedroom, one bath, which was spacious, tidy and well equipped. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. It also had granite countertops, newer cabinets and full size appliances. We had a gas fireplace in the living room and plenty of closet space throughout.
The master bedroom was roomy and bright with a comfortable bed. Draw backs included a hot tub in the bedroom rather than the bathroom and very few drawers for clothing throughout the unit.
Unfortunately late in the evening when preparing to go to bed we realized that the sleeper sofa was broken. We called the desk for attention, which led to a struggle. The staff agreed that the sofa was broken but was unable to fix or swap it out because there was only one person providing maintenance. They insisted on moving us while we requested access to the adjoining, vacant unit given the time and inconvenience. They didn't want to dirty two rooms. It took some time for them to realize they were going to have two dirty rooms no matter which way they settled it.
Finally someone came to their senses and opened the adjoining B unit. This unit has an efficiency kitchen, fireplace, Queen sleeper, Double bed in bedroom and reasonable bathroom with a small shower. The unit is perfect for two. We paid for this unit on our second night so our two teenage children would be more comfortable.
We did attend a timeshare presentation and saw the newer A/C units. These are very nice. The C unit is bigger than the B and the A unit has the hot tub in the bathroom. Only thing I could possibly complain about is less Drawers and smaller closets. I realize I am being picky but what is a review for.
This resort has a beautiful indoor pool looking out over the ski resort, a nice, well equipped game room and a fitness room with new equipment and an outstanding view.
If you like to ski you will love the fact that the resort is only minutes away from Jiminy Peak. This is a great family mountain where we had lots of fun skiing and snowboarding. It also has a good restaurant. If you want a delicious meal visit Dakotas while in the berkshires. Our dinner was excellent and the staff was very pleasant.
We will return to this resort and the restaurants as well.
Nov.2008 Review Update: We are thinking of returning in Fall 2009 but would prefer WiFi access in the rooms. A recent email to the resort indicates that they are working on that issue now (Nov.2008) and all of the rooms should have WiFi in the near future.
Perhaps a post-October 2008 visitor to the resort could confirm whether or not the WiFi has been finalized.
2007 Review: We exchanged into this resort in June 2007 and enjoyed our stay. We would go there again.
Things we liked about it:
1) the units are laid out well
2) the resort sits on top of a hill so it gets the breezes (good in summer - not so good in winter). The other Hancock resorts are down in the valley.
3) they have a computer room in the clubhouse, currently with 4 computers. They also offer WiFi within a certain range of the clubhouse.
4) we noticed that they do allow pets but the pets must be pre-approved.
Things which might be a problem:
1) Using "dial-up access" from your room is no longer possible. The phone company recently changed and restricted the local calling area to just the Town of Hancock. The concierge said that they will be adding WiFi to all of the buildings within the next few months. In the meantime, you have to walk to the clubhouse to use your computer or use their computers. The computer room is only open 8AM to 10PM so if you are an early riser, like us, you will need your own laptop.
2) The units are smoking units. This could be a problem for someone with sensitivities. The people using the "B" unit were smokers, but I placed a towel at the base of our joint lobby door and that appeared to help a lot. I'd like to see them make this resort a non-smoking resort.
3) If you are sensitive to "pet dander", you might have a problem if pets were in the unit prior to your visit.
General comments: 1) They have stopped building for the time being. There is a large open space left in the center where more resorts will be built, possibly late in 2007 or in 2008.
2) They clubhouse was very nice..very upscale..with an indoor pool, jacuzzi, exercise room, video game room, computer room, locker rooms, etc. Plenty of seating room, with outlets, in the lobby for when you want to use the WiFi. You could also access the WiFi out on the terrace, but fewer outlets out there and we discovered that when the sun is shining you cannot see the screen.
3) The pool house, with the outdoor pool, is separate from the clubhouse and was nicely laid out, including a ping pong table. The indoor pool is located in the main clubhouse.
4) There were plenty of swings and slides for children and many small BBQ areas.
5) The units had sufficient supplies but no salt and pepper. They also offered maid service and towel exchange for a fee.
6) If you exchange in, you don't receive the unit you were assigned by the exchange company.
7) They are still selling units. If you were sitting in the lobby area, you would see a steady stream of people on "tours". We chose not to attend the "breakfast" in order to avoid the sales pitch. No one called us either.
8) They offer a lot of activities and have a concierge to assist. The clubhouse is open 24/7.
I give it a 4-Star until they get the computer issue fixed then I will give it a 5-Star.
I have stayed there twice, I usually go to Oak N' Spruce in So. Lee--I just purchased a 2-bd rm on redweek!
The location for Tanglewood is a bit far and the accommodations very small (I guess I get the Lock-off in exchanges), but new and immaculate!! I am usually one person, so it is fine for me. Lugging things up to the unit upstairs is a bit much, and long hill up is hard for bike riders which I chose not to do that week, and cell phones don't work up there either.
All that said, it does give you a closer location to enjoy Williams theater and the Clark Museum, the museum in North Adams, Mt. Greylock, and the museum and avant garde movie in Pittsfield, not to say the great new restaurants there.
If you have the smaller place, more than a couple is a crowd. Very small for a guest, if they are staying more than a night.
I have been an owner at VV in the Berkshires for a few years. I stayed there for the first time this month. I own a few timeshares, and have been to quite a few.
I brought some family along, including some children. The kids had a great time in the pool while their mother and I could watch them during our workout in the gym, or while we were in the computer room at the clubhouse. They made friends with other children while we were there and had set up their own play dates!
My relatives commented on the decor, atmosphere and cleanliness. The kids drew pictures of the resort and thanked me for bringing them. Everyone was very happy with our stay.
Trips into Burlington, Vermont, where there are several historic sites and interesting places, are 30 minutes away. A beautiful drive from any route. Mount Greylock, the highest point in Massachusetts, is ten minutes by car. There are several places to ski, bike and hike. Autumn offers the foliage season. And of course, the summer months bring Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Pops, Shakespearean theatre, and off off Broadway. Then there are the museums! Everything from Shakers and Norman Rockwell to the new Mass MoCA, a contemporary art museum, housed in an old commercial building that was converted, 20 minutes away. And of course there is the Clark Institute in Williamstown. The area is a treasure chest of the arts.
For those of you outlet junkies (I am one myself) there is the mall at Lee on the Mass pike. A charming arrangement in a village-like site plan. There are quite a few quality stores (my favorite is Kenneth Cole).
Is that enough to do? Or, you can stay at the resort and watch TV. Something I only do late at night when there's nothing else to do!
There are many Europeans visiting the Berkshires- they are known for their love of nature and appreciate the setting of the resort, high on a hilltop, with a great views of the unspoiled area (development is carefully regulated).
If you love quiet, clean, sophisticated travel with a generous helping of early American history and culture on the side, this is for you!
As far as the sales people are concerned- when you own a timeshare anywhere, you should know how to play the game. Be as assertive as they are, or moreso. They will get the message. Don't be a wimp!
The only negative thing I might add is, coming from the New York area, I can say that there is limited human diversity in the Berkshire area.
This is a GREAT RESORT! We stayed here and found the unit to be impeccably clean, well decorated, very cozy (but not small in any way). There are many ammenities to be enjoyed by all ages.
And of course.....lets not forget the SLOPES!!!!! They're awesome! That is why some come to this resort.
There is so much to do at this resort, but of course plenty of shops, restaurants, museums, attractions, and events near by!
Sure to have a GREAT TIME at this place!!!!
Stayed at the resort from 7/3-7/8, 2006. The resort is still expanding. There are currently 14 buildings that share one outdoor pool. As previouly mentioned the Club house has a large indoor pool and game room as well as computers for personal use and a fitness room. We stayed in building 2 and had a very nice view of the mountain and were away from the crowd. The resort offers activities including wine tasting and crafts but we did not participate. The area offers great art musiums, restaurants, and outlet shopping in Lee. I would definately recommend this resort. The grounds were well maintained. The only suggestion I would make is they need to add another outdoor pool to accomodate the expansion. If you don't mind larger resorts this one is worth the trip.
Resort construction of club house completed.Absolutely beautiful. "A" unit had a jacuzzi in master bedroom with a king size bed Kids stayed on "B" side.Had their own tvs and fireplace and partial kitchen. Both sides have pull out queen sofas in living rooms. Queen bed in "B"unit bed room with TV's in all bedrooms as well as living rooms. Our condo overlooked lit up ski slopes at night. Great restaurants in the area.Huge indoor pool and game room . Brand new.
This resort is beautiful and the best ski resort in the area. Just across from Jiminy Peak with its great kids' ski program, very private and beautiful accomodations; The two bedroom has 2 kitchens, 2 baths, 2 bdrms, so two families can easily share (villa consists of both A and B sides, the A side is a roomier, the B side smaller but still good for a couple w/2 kids if they'd sleep on the sofa bed)
Nice resort in a great area. Pool is really great with a fitness center and hot tub in the same building. Skiing is within 1/4 mile at Jiminy Peak skis like a big mountain with a little over 1000 vertical. Satyed in a B unit which are really nice enough room for two-four people. There are a lot of things to do in the area.
Great resort in beautiful, mountain setting. Not fully completed yet. Great pool overlooking the mountains and ski slopes. Units very well equipped and have private balconies. Activities for children and when the resort is complete, there wil be beautiful walking trails. Car is needed to enjoy the area and do any shopping.
Gold Crown resort. Beautifully decorated. B units are plenty large enough for two people. Much wasted space in bath--should have made bath-and-a-half when constructed. There was plenty of room for half bath. Partial kitchen is well equipped for limited cooking. No dishwasher in B units. Activities bldg. has indoor pool, game arcade, fitness room. Free laundry on each floor of each building.
Lots of things to do in the area: shopping in outlets, wonderful Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Hancock Shaker Village. Loads of restaurants in all price ranges. All the usual outdoor pursuits available. Winter skiing at Jiminy Peak.
Desk personnel slow to agree to our request to be moved because of extremely noisy child upstairs on top of us. Sometimes the child jumped and stomped so hard the dishes in our kitchen cabinets actually rattled. It took five phone calls (from 9:30 to 11:00 p.m.) before they finallybelieved me and moved us to another unit. Moved out at 11:15 and after that the vacation was fine. First time in 10 years of timesharing we've ever had to complain. From now on we'll requst top-floor accommodations. It's hard to believe people could be so inconsiderate, knowing there was a good possibility that someone would be below them.
We were not approached to buy anything, although a breakfast and "talk on area attractions" was offered. I noticed daily activities scheduled, but they leaned mostly towards crafty things.
Two nice things: a good TV listiing in the binder in the unit, plus a list of all local telephone prefixes that could be called at no charge.
It was a lovely place and all in all, a good vacation. We flew into Albany, an easy drive over to Hancock, good roadsand scenery, scenery, scenery.
- Accessible Units
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Housekeeping Available
- Indoor Pool
- Kid Friendly
- Outdoor Pool
- Pets Allowed
- Playground Area
- Shared Laundry Facilities
- Spa Services
- Whirlpool/Hot Tub
- Boating (8 miles)
- Cross-Country Skiing (10 miles)
- Downhill Skiing (1 mile)
- Fishing (8 miles)
- Golf (8 miles)
- Grocery Store (4 miles)
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding (7 miles)
- Lake (8 miles)
- Live Entertainment (1 mile)
- Medical Facilities (10 miles)
- Mountain
- Restaurant (1 mile)
- Sauna (15 miles)
- Scuba Diving (8 miles)
- Shopping Area (10 miles)
- Ski School (1 mile)
- Snack Bar (1 mile)
- Tennis (6 miles)
276 Brodie Mountain Road
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BOSTON – November 21, 2016 – The Baker-Polito Administration today awarded $520,000
to the Town of Monroe to demolish part of the former Ramage Paper Mill and create a
new public park in its place. As a condition of the grant, the Town of Monroe will
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permanently conserving the space under Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution.
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addition to the funding provided by EEA through the Environmental Bond Bill, grants
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text: Create Your Own Online Fundraiser Share your passion and commitment to help create a world free from cancer. It's easy to fundraise and support cancer research at BC Cancer. Create your own online fundraiser by following a few simple steps: Register to fundraise for the BC Cancer Foundation. Access your Participant Centre and customize your online fundraising page with a photo and story Share your online fundraising page and invite friends, family and co-workers to make a donation. Fitness + Sport Get moving! Run, walk, ride, golf or play a sport to raise money for cancer research. Get Started Special Occasions Donate your birthday, celebrate your wedding or make a donation in honour of someone special. Learn More In Memory Create an online tribute page, and invite friends and family to make a donation in memory of your loved one. Get Started Hair Shave your head or grow your hair to raise funds for cancer research. get started Community + School Groups Support cancer research with your school or community group fundraiser. Get started Get Creative Turn your passion into a great fundraiser. The ideas are endless! Get Started Need help? Contact Jennifer Northrup at email@example.com or call 604.877.6040.


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Researchers at MIT have developed a new way to create surface textures on glass which can be used to make reflection free glass. The glass is not only glare-free, but also anti-fogging and can clean itself. This technology can be used in solar panels to increase efficiency, as well as in buildings or in electronic devices.
This is a 'multifunctional' glass. It is based on surface nanotextures. The glass is created by depositing thin layers of material on the surface of the glass and then selectively etching that material away. Therefore, tiny cones on the glass are created which are taller than their width. This allows the glass to prevent reflections and repel water. The technology is described in the journal ACS Nano.
MIT researchers hope that the technology can be used in smartphone, televisions, solar panels and in many more sections. As the glare free glass is self-cleaning, it wouldn't store dust and dirt. Having the anti-glare glass properties, it can transfer more light through its surface rather than reflecting. It can also prevent mobile screens get wet from sweat. To know more details, click here.
The research was funded by the Army Research Office through MIT's Institute for Soldier Nanotechnology; the Air Force Office of Scientific Research; Singapore's National Research Foundation through the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) Centre, and the Xerox Foundation.
Do you have any thoughts about how we could benefit from this self-cleaning, anti-glare and anti-fog glass technology? Share your thoughts.
Source : MIT


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The New Zealand Ministry of Health Officially Recommends Electronic Cigarettes as a Way to Quit Smoking.
It's been years that tobacco lobbyists have been trying to cover up the advantages of electronic cigarettes over their tobacco counterparts. Profits is of course the main reason. But the truth cannot be withheld forever. Thankfully not all government Health agencies are as corrupt as the FDA which in 2008 prohibited the import of electronic cigarettes, and went as far as seizing e-cigarette shipments at customs. Following a lawsuit against the FDA, it was ordered by the United States Court of Law to withdraw its ban of e-cigarettes for two reasons: (1) The FDA had overstepped its legal boundaries in seizing shipments (2) The FDA has no concrete proof that e-cigarettes pose any health risks to humans.
Not to mention the fact that tobacco cigarettes kill almost half a million americans every year, but those are OK. The least we can do is give smokers a choice between smoking tobacco or vaping nicotine with vegetable glycerin. The NZ Health Ministry recognizes these facts and actually promotes e-cigarettes as the healthier alternative. Hopefully for smokers, more honest health agencies will follow suit.


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FRIDAY Jan 27, 6:30 to 8:00 pm ... Join BFP at the WORD Bookstore in Greenpoint!
The WORD on PEACE
Evening of music, poetry, and spoken-word performances
Presenting: Jan Clausen (Novelist, poet, and professor); Anya Skidan (Greenpoint musician); Rafiq Kathwari (writer/poet and member of Occupy Wall Street's poetry group); and Susan Metz (poet and Latin America activist)
Location: 126 Franklin Street near Greenpoint Ave (short walk: see map on our website http://www.brooklynpeace.org/)
Sponsor: Brooklyn For Peace Arts & Culture Task Force
Train: G to Greenpoint Ave (at Manhattan) (Transfer from A/C at Hoyt Schermerhorn, from the F at Bergen St, or from L at Lorimer St/Metropolitan Ave)
Admission and Refreshments are Free
This will be a fun event, as well as a great time to support BFP burgeoning Arts & Culture Task Force! Event will be from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, after which you can enjoy the WORD bookstore, as well as check out restaurants and the general ambiance of Greenpoint.