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Do you have a bitchin' stereo system? If you don't, go get one. Then go out and buy Space Raiders' Don't Be Daft, and play their song "Monster Munch" at top volume. Yes, that is a sample of Sweet's 1974 "Teenage Rampage" (previously covered by Bo Donaldson and the Heywoods!) played in tandem with fat-boy glam beats and an electro-guitar army that simultaneously rawks and raves. Then play "Song for Dot," where changes in direction and tempo and a well-placed Fats Domino snippet (reminding one of Moby's appropriated field hollerers and two groovy trance trax via Alan Lomax that I heard while mistakenly watching John "Extra Bacon With That!" Travolta's The General's Daughter) foil the most stalwart of erstwhile dancing fools and give a reason for the words collageand pasticheto remain in a critic's vocabulary.
Then play "Glam Raid," where you are exhorted to "Dance to the rhythm of the rock'n'roll sound," and then play "Raiders Rock the Nation," where the stinky and slinky boogay of Marc Bolan's (R.I.P.) "Chrome Sitar" smacks its bitch up against the 21st Century Boy's idea of a groove thang writ large in latter-day technological graffiti. Then, last but not least, listen to "(I Need the) Disko Doktor," and revel in a machine-made re-creation, straight to CD-ROM, of that sacred American art form so revered by the Swiss: disco! Every quirk and cliché of this golden moment in time is touched upon (including the ever endearing use of robotic computers feeling human emotion and wanting nothing so much as a hug) in a truly clever display of virtual reality genre-worship.
And that's it, really. After you've listened to those songs, I don't know, go to work or water your plants or something. If I were cruel, which I am, I would call Space Raiders Daft Punk Lite or Fratboy Slimmer. But there is something about the way they take everything mindless and fun about '70s dance and/or electronic and/or Bazooka rock and twist it with such precision and authority that I can't help but be engaged by the result.
And while I'm at it, I might as well tell you about one of the greatest ignored albums of late 1999 that will take you well into the new millennium with a sound straight from 1982. It's DMX Krew's We Are DMX. (And come to think of it, aren't we all DMX? What with our shaved heads and love of oratory, and our paradoxical need for blood, pussy, benjamins, and the love of God? But no, this is a different DMX altogether.) And "Oh, no!" I hear you say at the mention of the '80s. "Didn't I just live through a decade where every year saw a return of the '70s?"
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Yes, you did. But don't be scared of DMX Krew. Like Space Raiders, they are retro so good it's a little scary. The Krew's "Street Boys" is not just a great song (those synth lines, that drum machine, that dreamy deadpan boy voice singing about dreamy boys on the street!), but a pitch-perfect tribute to the cream of new romantic pioneers, and on the same high ground as "Fade to Grey," "Enola Gay," "This Wreckage," "Moskow Discow," and "Get the Balance Right" (by Visage, OMD, Gary Numan, Telex, and Depeche Mode, respectively). "Release My Dub," where the often forgotten marriage of new wave and Arthur Baker electro street beats is made readily apparent, is the eerily accurate instrumental B side to a Heaven 17 12-inch that never was, complete with semi-wordless fake soul divas in the background. "Konnichi Wa!" could go head-to-head with any of the Yellow Magic Orchestra's more danceable offerings, fascination with the Orient being yet another forgotten theme of early-'80s Brit-pop.
Do you need to listen to music that looks back on a time when Japanimation meant a new David Sylvian performance on Top of the Pops? Yes, you do. At least if DMX Krew are involved. Novelty records are not my bag. As much as I respect Weird Al, Ray Stevens, and Rolf Harris, I don't make a habit of spinning "Sheik of Araby" or "The Streak" more than thrice a year. (Although Rolf's "Sun Arise" is a stone-cold classic that bears repeated listening.) But there is something magical about the fun and enthusiasm of how DMX Krew songs like "The Glass Room" and "Hard Times" both look behind to an era when Anglo-beats and A.R.P. manipulations were an edgy commentary on man's uneasy relationship with machinery, and look ahead to a time when the sins of fabulousness and melodrama perpetuated by the likes of Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Sigue Sigue Sputnik are forgiven and understood as the grandstanding attention-seeking acts of high-pop self-invention/creation that they were.
DMX Krew, like a lot of nuevo-retro-electro acts nowadays, make warm and kitschy sounds out of once disposable music that was nevertheless filled with dread and anxiety. Gary Numan, at one time, was an agent, a vapour, had dreams about wires, and needed to be reminded to smile. DMX Krew on the song "We Are DMX" sing: "It's the sound of tomorrow/It's the look of the future/Too bad if it don't suit ya!/We are DMX/We never make mistakes."
The certainty and optimism with which DMX Krew ply their trade of trading on past trends and sounds to achieve modernity can only minimize and mock those past wavers' reliance on the fear and anger people felt in relation to the various machines and conveniences which have since been taken to heart and bonded with. (As quaint as it may seem now, in the not-so-distant past people were actually frightened of the computer age and changes it would bring.) There are no alien sounds anymore that can make us fear Big Brother's hand on our shoulder. Among an increasingly sophisticated populace, there is only entertainment, and entertainment masquerading as homework.
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The English league leaders meet the Spanish champions, while Lionel Messi & Co. once again lock horns with the San Siro outfit.
Spanish Primera Division champion Real Madrid has been paired with Manchester United as Cristiano Ronaldo is slated for a return to Old Trafford.
Spain's current leader, 2011 winner Barcelona, will have to deal with Italian giant AC Milan in what promises to be yet another mouthwatering tie.
Last season's finalist Bayern Munich takes on Arsene Wenger's Arsenal, aiming to make it to a third final in four years.
Ligue 1 side Paris Saint-Germain has been pitted against Valencia, whereas 2004 winner Porto locks horns with Oguchi Onyewu's Malaga.
Serie A powerhouse Juventus will have to deal with Celtic in the first knockout round, while Jermaine Jones' Schalke meets Turkish giant Galatasaray.
Finally, German champion Borussia Dortmund takes on Ukrainian titan Shakhtar Donetsk.
Group winners will be away in the first legs on February 12-13 and 19-20 and at home in the return matches on March 5-6 and 12-13.
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Dana and Janielle Bertrand and their two sons, Darian and Jayce, had been looking at Pardee Home neighborhoods in the southwest valley for the past three years. Their patience paid off with the opening of Summerglen earlier this month.
"We knew within minutes of walking into the sales office and meeting sales representative Misty Tiffany that Summerglen was the place for us," Dana Bertrand said. "Misty's honest personality and interest in us and our needs really helped us make our decision to buy in the first phase."
The location of Summerglen was another factor that sealed the deal for the Bertrands.
"Summerglen is located just around the corner from Bishop Gorman High School, where Darian will be a freshman this fall, and Faiss Middle School, where Jayce will start fifth grade," Janielle Bertrand said. "This location gives our boys the opportunity to attend two of the top schools in the valley."
Located off Sunset Road just west of Fort Apache Road in the southwest valley, Summerglen is a collection of three two-story floor plans that measure as large as 2,402 square feet and has five bedrooms and patio covers and paver driveways, which are included as standard. Prices start from $289,950.
The Bertrands purchased a Plan One at Summerglen, which measures 2,331 square feet with four bedrooms, three baths and loft. The home includes a downstairs bedroom and bath for guests or family members and an optional fifth bedroom that can be built instead of the loft.
Summerglen Plan Two measures 2,385 square feet with four bedrooms, three baths, loft or optional retreat or optional fifth bedroom while the Plan Three measures 2,402 square feet with four bedrooms, 2½ baths and optional loft instead of the fourth bedroom.
"Summerglen offers a high-end product that is really a great value in this price range," said Dana Bertrand, a native Las Vegan. "We look forward to living here."
According to Pardee Homes' Regional Sales Director Rob Tuvell, Summerglen does offer a unique location and competitive price.
"Summerglen has convenient access to the 215 Beltway via Sunset Road and is near established retail, dining, professional and medical services, including Southern Hills Hospital," Tuvell said. "Also nearby are top-rated public and private schools, Wet 'n' Wild Water Park and Clark County's newly opened, 8.1-acre Wilbur and Theresa Faiss Park, named by the student council at adjacent Faiss Middle School."
Pardee's award-winning LivingSmart program for greener living is included in Summerglen homes, offering more than 30 standard and optional features that boost energy efficiency, save water, improve indoor air quality and encourage the use of sustainable resources.
Summerglen follows the successful grand opening of Pardee's Horizon Terrace neighborhood off Horizon Ridge Parkway and Gibson Road in Henderson in March. The builder is also developing Alterra and Solano in Inspirada, a master-planned community in Henderson, with both anticipated to open this summer.
For more information, visit www.pardeehomes.com or contact a sales agent at 702-604-3332. All Pardee Homes sales offices are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday.


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Orion DVC210 8 ft DSLR Camera Crane/Jib
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As more and more video production companies and independent videographers rely on DSLRs to shoot a majority of their work, finding more compact equipment is becoming easier. The Orion DVC210 8 ft DSLR Camera Crane/Jib ($299.99/~£180.55), made by ProAm USA, is an example.
This is the company's first crane/jib targeting DSLR videographers, with a low price point and portable nature. A fully loaded Orion DVC210 is cheaper than a Kessler Pocket Jib, and it's fully modular, including length extensions and LCD monitor setups sold separately. A decent fully-loaded DSLR jib setup can cost anywhere between $500 and $3,000, and the Orion DVC210 resides at the lower end of the spectrum. If you're in the market for a highly portable jib that will take your DSLR video to the next level, read on.
Orion DVC210 Main Specifications
- Lightweight and sturdy 6061 aluminum construction
- Gains 5' (152cm) from the tripod or support and up to 11' from the ground when attached to a large tripod. (9' from the stand support and 15' from the ground using the extension)
- Convertible design allows 4' extension to be added later
- Can mount to standard tripod heads using 1/4" x 20 or 3/8" x 16 threads. Does not require removal of the head
- Camera can tilt independent of the crane itself
- Operate with one hand using auto-tilt mode. Camera stays level.
- 8' crane breaks down into two 4' sections in seconds
- Weights can be added for counterbalance (not included)
- Crane supports up to 10 lbs (4.5kg)
- LCD monitor can be added to view live footage
- DVC210 crane weighs only 12 lbs (5.4kg)
Tested Kit
- Orion DVC210 Crane - $299.99
- 4' Extension - $119.00
- Crane Stand - $54.00
- Carry Bag - $54.95
- 3/8in Bearing Base Mount - $59.00
- Tilt Brake - $17.00
- LCD Monitor Bracket & Swivel- $16.00
- 7" Iris Pro 2 1080i/p Compatible HDMI RGB LCD Monitor by ProAm USA - $299.00
Total: $918.94
In its basic $300 form, the Orion DVC210 crane/jib is offered as a kit consisting of two aluminum interlocking 4' sections, tilt handle and control, and extension bracket for larger cameras. This way, the DVC210 can be mounted to a tripod and utilize the tripod head's rotational motion in order to pan. The Orion DVC210 can achieve a 5' (152cm) gain from the tripod or support and up to 11' from the ground when attached to a large tripod. It can mount to standard tripod heads using 1/4" x 20 or 3/8" x 16 threads without the need to remove the tripod head, and supports up to 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
While a great deal of shots can be achieved with the DVC210 at the basic level, it really begins to shine with available add-ons, many of which were sent to me by ProAm. One was a tilt brake that locks the DVC210 in place vertically so that it can pan at a fixed level. I was also sent a rugged crane stand with 3/8" bearing base mount, the latter enabling the DVC210 to pan smoothly when attached to a stand instead of a tripod. The 4' extension section enabled the DVC210 to extend 9' from the stand support and 15' from the ground, which made quite a noticeable difference. All of this could fit inside the optional carry bag, which measures 54 x 12 x 6 in. (137 x 30 x 15 cm), so the ability to stash a camera crane/jib that can reach 15' high into a portable bag is quite impressive.
The tilt handle controls the camera's vertical movement. | Weights can be added to the handle in order to properly balance the camera. |
For just over $600, the Orion DVC210 with the aforementioned optional accessories is a comprehensive kit for DSLR filmmakers looking for professional production on a budget. But there's one more optional accessory that really takes this jib setup to the next level, and that's ProAm's 7" Iris Pro 2 1080i/p Compatible HDMI RGB LCD Monitor. The monitor has HDMI, RCA AV-In (BNC), and RGB in (BNC), and is compatible with many DSLRs. The monitor has an 800 x 600 native resolution, swivel mount, and can be mounted to a hot shoe. In order to fasten it to the DVC210 crane, I needed the $16 bracket and a 10' HDMI cable to reach my Canon EOS 5D Mark III. Power is supplied by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that offers approximately five hours of life. The LCD screen ships with a sun shade, tabletop mounting stand, remote control, AC adapter, and 3' HDMI-to-mini-HDMI cable.
As far as setting up the DVC210, the camera has to be counterbalanced via weights on the operating end. There is a set of handles for moving the crane up and down, as well as a vertical rod for adding weights. I purchased a cheap set of vinyl dumbbells and was successfully able to counterbalance the 5D Mark III with about 10 lbs of weight, which allowed the camera to come to rest with the crane at an angle. Weights can also be added to the handles, and the Orion DVC210 ships with two spring clamps to keep the weights in place. The tilting mechanism on the jib can be operated manually or automatically by inserting a pivoting pin that keeps the camera perpendicular to the ground at all vertical points.
The whole shebang in its tested form at 8 feet. Even more length can be added with the 4' extension. | A look at the 7" Iris Pro2 HDMI monitor with swivel mount. |
The total price of the equipment I tested came to $918.94, but there's good news for budget filmmakers who need a monitor. ProAm also offers the Orion DVC210 8' DSLR Camera Crane Production Package, which includes a 7" LCD monitor, stand, 10' HDMI to HDMI Mini cable, Canon battery adapter plate, BP battery, charger, crane carrying bag, and four Velcro cable ties for $648.95. Compared to competing brands, that's a very good price.
In Use
Setting up the Orion DVC210 took a couple minutes, tops. The rugged stand is made of large diameter round aluminum poles and easily extends with a wide stance in order to provide extra stability on different types of terrain. The stand can extend upward a few feet to provide even more height for the crane, and features a locking pin to prevent the column from shooting downward quickly in the event that one of the locks fails. But I don't see that happening, as the stand locks provide the ability to apply a large amount of torque, courtesy of the extra large knobs. The bottom portion of the crane itself has a pivot hinge that enables the crane to tilt.
For swiveling, ProAm sent me the 3/8" Bearing Base Mount, which enables the crane to pan on the stand. The bearing base mount's operation was especially smooth and flawless, and I found it to be a necessary component for ultimate fluid movement. Now, the Orion DVC210 crane can be mounted to a tripod and rely on the tripod head's panning movement, but you'd need an extremely rugged tripod in order to support the weight, especially with the 4' extension. The one tick mark against the stand was its non-telescoping legs. This affected the stand's leveling capabilities on uneven land, and suggested that a tripod would be better geared for uneven territory. So, the tradeoff is ruggedness for leveling ability when it comes to a stand vs. a tripod. I used some small wooden blocks to level the stand on uneven ground.
The tilt brake on the DVC210. The top pin can be removed for manual tilt operation. | The safety pin on the DVC210's stand. |
One thing I like about the DVC210 is its modular ability. There are threaded holes in the crane's pivot hinge for adding things like the LCD mount and tilt brake. The camera mounting plate at the end of the crane can accommodate larger video cameras with an extension bracket. One really great thing about the camera mounting plate is that it's a center mount, as opposed to ProAm's previous model, the DVC200, which featured an offset mounting arm. The problem with that design was that the camera mounting arm would bend downward, causing an off-level horizon. The DVC210 fixed that issue with its center mount, which is ideal for DSLR cameras, and the extension bracket can enable video cameras like the Canon XH-G1 to be mounted.
When it came to the balancing ratio on the Orion DVC210, it was a little tricky to find the sweet spot. According to the manual, in the 8' crane mode, a ratio of 3:1 is used (3 lbs at operator end, 1 lb at camera end). This transitions to a 4:1 ratio when the 4' extension is used to achieve 12' So, at 8', I used approximately 12 lbs to balance a Canon 5D Mark III with battery grip and 14mm lens. When I added the 4' extension, I needed close to 30 lbs. ProAm includes a set of large metal washers in order to fine-tune the weight by adding one washer at a time. Once everything was finally dialed in, the DVC210 performed excellently. Motion is fluid and effortless, and the crane can travel from about an inch from the ground to its full height in the air. The DVC210 is slightly more difficult to handle with the 4' extension, given the added length, so proper weight balancing is crucial, and an experienced operator needs to be behind the wheel.
The extension mounting plate for larger video cameras. | The entire kit fits inside a portable bag. |
The DVC210 has a tilt control that's operated via a handle. This can be manually controlled by removing the locking pin, or automatically controlled by leaving the pin in. In automatic mode, the camera will always remain horizontal to the ground. Manual mode opens up more creative windows in that the camera can be tilted, moved vertically, and pan all at once. The only catch with manual mode is that it requires more skill in order to control the tilt motion of the camera. It was especially difficult with the 4' extension, to the point that I almost required the help of an assistant.
The tilt brake came in handy when I only needed to pan, but it could use a little refinement. When I went to twist the locking wingnut, the bolt spun on the other side. So, in order to really crank down on the lock, I'd need a wrench. It wasn't the end of the world, but did require one extra step. One thing I will mention is that there is no panning brake. So, when I left the DVC210 alone for a second on a windy day, I quickly learned that was a bad idea when the camera came wheeling around. A panning brake/lock would be a nice touch.
In full beast mode with the 4' extension. | The bearing base mount allows fluid panning. |
One component I couldn't live without is the 7" LCD screen. I tried to shoot without the monitor, relying on the EOS 5D Mark III's puny LCD screen, and that just didn't work. The 7" screen's HDMI signal was rock solid and the picture was crisp. The only thing that would make it all better would be a camera remote to control zoom, focus, and record, but that's something that's more geared toward camcorders. With an assistant to focus and press record, shooting with the DVC210 is a wonderful experience. Even without an assistant, I was able to walk to the end of the crane, set my camera controls, press record, and walk back to the control end. Overall, I had an excellent experience with the Orion DVC210 crane/jib, and would not hesitate to use it again on a shoot.
Summing Up
For a DSLR videographer on a budget, the ProAm Orion DVC210 is an excellent investment. I had a blast shooting with it, and could not believe the level it enabled me to achieve in my production quality. It's a complete kit that can break down and fit into a shoulder-slung carry bag that would fit in the backseat of a compact sedan. While the kit I tested landed at just over $900, ProAm offers a turnkey kit at under $650. Compared to the competition, the quality level and value of the DVC210 is virtually unsurpassed. I only had a few minor issues regarding the tilt brake lock that needs a wrench, and the lack of a panning lock. Also, the addition of telescoping legs on the stand would really help in uneven terrain. But aside from that, the Orion DVC210 is a top-notch video motion product that is friendly to the wallet.
What we like
- Professional, fluid motion
- Rugged, powder-coated build
- Modular ability
- Compact
What we don't like
- No pan lock and minor issue with tilt lock
- No telescoping legs on stand


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A look at the historical effects of downsized research funding suggests that the Trump administration's proposed budget could hit early-career scientists the hardest.
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Rated 5 out of 5Â by Tournesol Three Cheers for this Trunk!
Our college-bound kid has been using this trunk for the past 2 years, and he has had no complaints. It is sturdy, reliable, good looking.
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Let me preface this with I am a HUGE fan of Container Store. I have purchased tens of thousands of dollars in products from them and outfitted more than 50 closets with their products. This is in no way a bad review for them, it is specific for THIS product and I know many parents are looking for camp trunks right now and I want to make sure you don't make the mistake I made. I also want to acknowledge, Container Store gave me no troubles and happily took the trunk back and refunded my money.
This trunk says it is rated for 250ls. It is NOT. We used this twice for my son to take to camp. The first time we recognized it was heavy, awkward and not easily transportable. Your cheerleader WILL NOT be hauling this anywhere. The second time we attempted to use it the wheel ripped completed off the bottom, bracket and all before even loading on the bus. This is fine for storing something in your house but not for transporting anywhere. It is virtually impossible for a strong adult to carry this alone and it is impossible for a child to do it. The handle is not flexible and is hard to hold and if you are planning to pull this trunk somewhere (since you will NOT be able to carry it full) that is problematic. The trunk is wide and deep which means it can hold a lot but means trying to carry it without rolling it, even when it is empty, is very difficult. Also it does not fit inside most cars, you will need a truck or SUV to haul this. I recommend if you must buy this trunk that you purchase a separate luggage trolley to move it around on. Or you may end up like me having to enlist the help of a friendly stranger to carry the trunk where it needs to go.
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My 2 young boys were always complaining that the other is taking his things. I decided a trunk for each would be a good idea. However, the only ones I found didn't seem to be sturdy enough as my boys are very rough on things. When I was visiting relatives, I went into a container store and saw the chearleader trunk. As soon as I saw it, I knew it was the right trunk for them because it was heavy and seemed well built. I also liked that it is american made. Well, let me tell you, as hard as my boys try, they can't beat up their trunks. They jump on them, play on them and even sometimes eat on them and the trunks hold up just beautifully. My sister-in-law ended up buying some for her kids too. She also thinks they're great.
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Receive an alarm if your vehicle isn't starting its tour in time
The CoTrIS Departure Monitoring service checks the position at a given time and sends an alarm (email) , if the vehicle has not already left the given area.
This function is a typical CoTrIS add-on. In WEBFLEET you'll receive a message about entering or leaving an area/address. CoTrIS will only send an alarm, if this doesn't happen at the time expected.
That way you'll have the possibility to react, even if your driver is late or disposed in any other way.
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Exercise and Fibromyalgia
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Exercise is one of the most important treatments for fibromyalgia. Regular exercise will strengthen your muscles, increase blood flow to the muscles, and increase your endurance. It also may reduce the risk of tiny injuries to the muscles that may cause more pain. Exercise may also help you sleep better and improve your overall sense of well-being.
Mild to moderate exercise is appropriate for most people with this condition. A balanced exercise program should include:
- Low-impact aerobic exercise, such as walking, swimming, biking, or water aerobics. This is the most helpful type of exercise for people who have fibromyalgia, because it builds general strength and endurance.
- Stretching exercises, which can help relax tight muscles and ease spasms.
- Strengthening exercises to build stronger muscles.
Moderate activity is safe for most people. But it's always good to talk to your doctor before you start an exercise program.
The key is to build exercise habits that you practice over the long term. Here are some tips for starting and staying with a good exercise program:
- Start slowly. Many people with fibromyalgia have
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- If 3 to 5 minutes of activity are all you can manage at first, just do that.
- When you're ready, try to exercise a little longer at a time. Increase slowly until you can exercise for 10 minutes at a time.
- Build up your exercise program bit by bit, and aim for at least 2½ hours a week of moderate exercise. It's fine to be active in blocks of 10 minutes or more throughout your day and week.
- Stretch before and after you exercise. This may improve flexibility, maintain good posture, and prevent injury. Stretch slowly and gently. Do not bounce, but keep a gentle pull on the muscle.
- Keep track of your exercise by making a chart or diary that fits your needs. You may want to include what exercise you did, how long you did it, how hard you think you worked at it, and how you felt during and after the exercise. This will help you see your progress and will also allow you to advance or change your exercise program over time.
- Stay with it. When you have a flare-up of your symptoms, do not stop exercising. Instead, cut back slightly. Try to build up to your regular routine as soon as possible so that you don't lose any of the benefits you've gained.
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Photo by Susan Garrison. Crumpled newspaper replaces bamboo for Des Moines schoolchildren making a mountain gorilla night nest.
Our Rwandan classroom during Susie's visit.
Most of our students believed the mountain gorillas slept in trees every night. The activity of making their own nest hopefully reinforced the fact that most evenings gorillas make a bed on the forest floor.
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If you remember, singer Ellie Goulding was handpicked by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to perform at their wedding reception in April 2011, and she hasn't really said much about the experience…until now! The songstress tells Marie Claire what Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding was really like, and how cool the royal family is! Says Ellie about getting the gig:
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The midfielder has been replaced by Mario Suarez after needing medical treatment in the aftermath of Real Madrid's defeat to Granada.
Xabi Alonso has been ruled out of Spain's friendly with Uruguay after suffering a groin injury.
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Computer Games I is the first volume in a two-part compendium of papers covering the most important material available on the development of computer strategy games. These selections range from discussions of mathematical analysis of games, to more qualitative concerns of whether a computer game should follow human thought processes rather than a "brute force" approach, to papers which will benefit readers trying to program their own games.
Contributions include selections from the major players in the development of computer games: Claude Shannon, whose work still forms the foundation of most contemporary chess programs; Edward O. Thorpe, whose invention of the card counting methods caused Las Vegas casinos to change their blackjack rules; and Hans Berliner, whose work has been fundamental to the development of backgammon and chess games. Included in this volume: Backgammon Chess Checkers Scrabble
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BATON ROUGE - Members of Louisiana's congressional delegation responded to President Obama's plans to curb gun violence in the U. S. today.
Obama announced 23 executive orders and called on Congress to pass other legislation on issues such as a new assault weapons ban, high-capacity ammo clips, mental health and universal background checks on all gun sales.
Congressman Bill Cassidy (R-LA) pointed out that the weapons used in the Sandy Hook school massacre were purchased by someone who would have passed a background check. He also said shootings at Virginia Tech and Tucson, where fellow lawmaker Gabrielle Gifford was shot along with others, weren't committed with assault weapons.
"The common thread in these crimes was untreated mental illness. Funding for mental illness is often misused and ineffective. If we are serious, this should be our focus," Cassidy said.
Congressman Rodney Alexander (R-LA) also issued a statement saying he would not support any proposal which "tramples" the Second Amendment.
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Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-LA) also said lawmakers and citizens needed to come together in order to solve the problem of gun violence, but stopped short of endorsing the president's recommendations.
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SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Intel Corp has set up a business division aimed at making money out of a new technology wave that can link up a host of electronic devices.
The Santa Clara, California chipmaker and other technology companies are betting that what they call the 'Internet of Things' - a trend toward connecting everything from bathroom scales to skyscraper ventilation systems via the Internet - will create massive demand for new electronics and software.
As Intel strives to make sure it's not caught off-guard by future technology trends, its new 'Internet of Things Solutions Group' will report directly to Chief Executive Brian Krzanich, according to Doug Davis, the group's general manager.
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The world's biggest chipmaker, Intel dominates the personal computer industry but was slow to adapt its chips to be suitable for smartphones and tablets. A three-decade Intel manufacturing veteran who took over as CEO in May, Krzanich has made developing mobile chips a higher priority within Intel.
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Steamboat Springs The Routt County Humane Society is concerned with the Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter's policy of putting animals to sleep 21 days after they are impounded.
Josie Dean, president of the Humane Society, said the organization was surprised to learn four dogs were put to death Aug. 4. Of the four dogs, Dean said two of them were sled dogs that were old but still could have been adopted.
"We are sick about it. My heart was broken when I got the call last week that four dogs were put to sleep," she said.
J.D. Hays, the city's director of public safety services, said the animal shelter was simply following city policy that Humane Society members should be aware of.
"It has always been a policy of the city that after holding an animal for an extended period of time, whether it be cats or dogs, that if they are not adopted they get put down," Hays said. "Most get adopted, but some do get put down. We have been doing that for years. Nothing has changed."
But Dean said the shelter historically has euthanized dogs that are violent or ill but kept dogs that were eligible for adoption beyond the 21-day period.
"Animals who were non-adoptable, had violent behavior and were sick were put down with our blessing," Dean said. "But (shelter officials) were always willing to turn their heads" when it came to animals that could be adopted.
The Humane Society is seeking a meeting with the City Council to discuss the policy. Because the society contributes significant funding and supplies to the shelter, Dean said her organization's position should be considered.
"We are interested in meeting with the city to discuss this matter in more detail and what changes can be made," Dean said. "We donate medicine, emergency medical care and vaccines. We think that we should have a say."
She said because the food is donated, the cost of keeping the animals is minor when compared with the cost to euthanize them.
Dean said the society also is concerned the shelter's operating hours don't give residents enough time to stop by the shelter and adopt animals.
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Notes of fennel, purple flowers and blossom mingling with ripe, varietal purple fruits and black pepper, dried herbs, game and spice. The palate opens with anise, black pepper, graphite and restrained dark cherries before it gives way to seductive mulberry, plum, licorice and spice. It has great power, depth and length with very vibrant, gritty fruit tannins providing immense structure.
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View a map of McLaren Vale wineriesMcLaren Vale is home to the oldest Australian vineyard, with grapes planted in 1838. It's a coastal area with the Indian Ocean bordering the west, which contributes a cooling factor that prevents the grapes from getting too hot. In all, the climate is a perfect one for the vines.
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Like the United States, which is about the same size, Australia's winemaking regions are huddled into one or two pockets of the country. The state of South Australia, which produces about 60% of the country's wine, also has the most wineries and sub-regions, including McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Coonawarra and Barossa Valley. New South Wales is home to the Hunter Valley, while the smaller, southern state of Victoria is best known for theYarra Valley. Head way west to the very large state of Western Australia and you'll find the tiny region of Margaret River at the southern tip. -
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
heart disease
high blood pressure
if you often drink alcohol
liver disease
taken a MAOI like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, or Parnate in last 14 days
thyroid disease
trouble passing urine
an unusual or allergic reaction to acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 12 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
stimulant medicines like dextroamphetamine and others
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medicines for blood pressure
medicines for chest pain like isosorbide dinitrate, nitroglycerin
medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
medicines for sleep during surgery
other medicines for cold, cough or allergy
other medicines with acetaminophen
St. John's Wort
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A BSF jawan was injured in the firing by Pakistan troops along the LoC in Krishna Ghati Sector in Poonch district late on Monday night. The firing continued to till early Tuesday morning.
BSF IG (Jammu frontier) constable Mohmmad Abu Siddiqi suffered a splinter injury on Monday night. He was operated and had resumed his duty.
The firing at forward posts along Line of Control started at about 11.30pm on Monday night and continued till early Tuesday morning as the BSF retaliated.
BSF jawans have been deployed at some posts along the LoC.
Pakistanis also fired in Mendhar sector of Poonch district, where a civilian, Mohammd Taj was injured on Monday night. Defence spokesman, SN Acharya said BSF troops guarding the forward belt gave a calibrated reply without any loss of life or injury.
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Chemical Reactivity Hazards
State Standards
There are twenty-eight OSHA-approved State Plans, operating state-wide occupational safety and health programs. State Plans are required to have standards and enforcement programs that are at least as effective as OSHA's and may have different or more stringent requirements.
This section highlights OSHA standards, preambles to final rules (background to final rules), directives (instructions for compliance officers), and other federal standards related to chemical reactivity hazards.
General Industry (29 CFR 1910)
- 1910 Subpart H, Hazardous materials
- 1910.106, Flammable liquids
- 1910.119, Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals [related topic page]
- Appendix A, List of highly hazardous chemicals, toxics and reactives (Mandatory)
- Appendix B, Block flow diagram and simplified process flow diagram (Nonmandatory)
- Appendix C, Compliance guidelines and recommendations for process safety management Nonmandatory)
- Appendix D, Sources of further information (Nonmandatory)
- 1910 Subpart L, Fire protection [related topic page]
- 1910.156, Fire brigades
- 1910 Subpart Z, Toxic and hazardous substances [related topic page]
- 1910.1200, Hazard communication [related topic page]
- 1910.1450, Occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in laboratories
Construction Industry (29 CFR 1926)
- 1926 Subpart D, Occupational health and environmental controls
- 1926.59, Hazard communication
- 1926.64, Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals
- Appendix A, List of highly hazardous chemicals, toxics and reactives (Mandatory)
- Appendix B, Block flow diagram and simplified process flow diagram (Nonmandatory)
- Appendix C, Compliance guidelines and recommendations for process safety management (Nonmandatory)
- Appendix D, Sources of further information (Nonmandatory)
Preambles to Final Rules
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- Inspection Procedures for the Hazard Communication Standard. (PDF*). CPL 02-02-079, (2015, July 9). Establishes policies and procedures to ensure uniform enforcement of the Hazard Communication standard (HCS)
- Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals -- Compliance Guidelines and Enforcement Procedures. CPL 2-2.45A CH-1, (2015, September 1).
NOTE: Some original CPL and audit guidelines are not included in this document.
- OSHA Response to Significant Events of Potentially Catastrophic Consequences. CPL 02-00-094 [CPL 2.94], (1991, July 22). It is OSHA policy to respond as quickly as possible to significant events which may affect the health or safety of employees including chemical incidents.
- Search all available directives.
Other Federal
Department of Transportation (DOT)
- 49 CFR 105-177, Subtitle B--Other Regulations Relating to Transportation
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- 40 CFR 68, Chemical Accident Prevention Provisions. Includes a list of regulated substances and thresholds, the petition process for adding or deleting substances to/from the list of regulated substances, the requirements for owners or operators of stationary sources concerning the prevention of accidental releases, and approved state accidental release prevention programs.
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AEzine Challenge: The Good Stuff
I almost completely forgot what day it was today. I had lunch with my friend Tricia and we got a bit distracted at Old Navy and a couple other fun places.
The challenge from this week's AEzine went something like this: This week I want you to take a look at those "extras" that are truly delighting you right now and making you want to create. Make a list and then CREATE a layout that details your favorites. I love how people ended up making layouts about their essentials - very cool idea.
Fresh flowers are totally on my list of "good stuff" - I am all about tulips right now.
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Cerebrovascular and Cognitive Improvement by Resveratrol (resVida) and Fruitflow-II (CCIRF-II) (CCIRF-II)
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Condition | Intervention |
Memory Impairment |
Drug: Fruitflow-II Drug: resVida |
Study Type: | Interventional |
Study Design: | Allocation: Randomized Intervention Model: Factorial Assignment Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor) Primary Purpose: Treatment |
Official Title: | Association Between Fruitflow-II Treatment (Alone or in Combination With Resveratrol) and Changes in Cerebral Blood Flow, Fitness and Cognitive Function in Adults With Memory Complaints |
- Evidence of improvement in memory after treatment with Fruitflow-II, resVida (Resveratrol), alone or in combination [ Time Frame: 3 months ]
The following tests will be used for evaluating cognitive function:
Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery (CANTAB). We use 5 tests which are mostly related to memory functioning including following:
- Visual memory tests incuding (A) Paired Associates Learning (PAL) and (B) Pattern Recognition Memory (PRM)
- Executive function, working memory and planning tests including (A) Stockings of Cambridge (SOC) and (B) Spatial Working Memory (SWM)
- Semantic/verbal memory tests including (A) Verbal Recognition Memory (VRM)
- Trail-Making Test (TMT)
- Verbal Fluency Test
- Maximal VO2 (VO2 max) [ Time Frame: 3 months ]Aerobic fitness (VO2 max) will be assessed by graded maximal exercise testing on a stationary bicycle. Oxygen uptake (VO2) will be measured from expired air samples to be taken at 30-s intervals until a maximal VO2 (VO2 max) is attained or to the point of test termination secondary to symptom limitation and/or volitional exhaustion. VO2 max will be defined as the highest recorded VO2 value when two of three criteria are satisfied: (1) a plateau in VO2 peak between two or more workloads; (2) a respiratory exchange ratio >1.00; and (3) a heart rate equivalent to their age-predicted maximum.
- Blood Flow to the Brain [ Time Frame: 3 months ]Cerebral blood flow velocity will be measured in the middle cerebral artery (MCA) and basilar artery (BA) using Transcranial Doppler ultrasonography.
Estimated Enrollment: | 80 |
Study Start Date: | January 2013 |
Estimated Study Completion Date: | February 2016 |
Estimated Primary Completion Date: | January 2016 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) |
Arms | Assigned Interventions |
No Intervention: Placebo / Placebo
In this control group, subjects receives placebo supplement pills without Fruitflow or ResVida ingredients.
Active Comparator: Fruitflow-II / Placebo
In this group subjects receive Fruitflow-II daily supplied in capsules which contain 150 mg active ingredient. They also receive placebo capsules for resVida.
Drug: Fruitflow-II
150 mg/day for 3 months, orally
Active Comparator: Placebo / resVida
In this group subjects receive resVida daily supplied in capsules which contain 150 mg active ingredient. They also receive placebo capsules for Fruitflow-II.
Drug: resVida
150 mg/day for 3 months, orally
Other Name: "resVida" is other name for Resveratrol.
Active Comparator: Fruitflow-II / resVida
In this group subjects receive resVida and Fruitflow-II daily supplied in capsules which contain 150 mg active ingredient.
Drug: Fruitflow-II
150 mg/day for 3 months, orally
Drug: resVida
150 mg/day for 3 months, orally
Other Name: "resVida" is other name for Resveratrol.
Detailed Description:
Accumulating evidence suggests that tomato consumption has cardiovascular benefits, primarily through increasing blood flow in vivo; the active ingredient in tomato, or its extract (Fruitflow) have been shown to inhibit glycoprotein IIb/IIIa, similar to aspirin (which has antiplatelet activity and is used for secondary prevention of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events in patients). Considering the fact that Fruitflow can improve the platelet function and peripheral blood flow, we hypothesized that Fruitflow can also increase the blood flow in the brain and thereby possibly enhance memory and cognitive function in middle-aged or elderly people who have memory complaints. Therefore, the initial goal of our study is to evaluate the effects of Fruitflow on brain blood and cardiovascular function by using Transcranial Doppler ultrasound (to check for changes in cerebral blood flow), cardiovascular fitness testing (to check for changes in VO2-max and stroke volume), and neurocognitive evaluation (to check for changes in memory and executive function).
Many pathways such as inflammation and oxidative stress are involved in the pathophysiology of memory loss with ageing. Recent studies have shown that a natural compound found in the skin of red grapes and also in wine, called "Resveratrol", have beneficial effects for prevention of cognitive decline by reducing inflammation and improving cardiovascular function. Therefore, our next goal is to evaluate whether administration of Resveratrol, by itself or in combination with Fruitflow, can improve brain blood flow, VO2-max, and cognitive performance.
Thus our clinical trial will have the following 4 arms: Fruitflow, Resveratrol, Fruitflow/Resveratrol combination, and placebo for each supplement.
The results of the study will potentially provide evidence that these natural supplements can have significant cardioprotective and neuroprotective properties in middle-aged and elderly adults.
Subjects (between 50 and 80 years old) complaining of memory problem who have MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination) above 27 will be recruited from patients of Dr. Majid Fotuhi (PI at the Neurology Institute for Brain Health and Fitness). Flyers at the institute and advertisement in Baltimore will provide information about the opportunity to enroll in an observational study for 3 months, along with eligibility criteria. Participants will continue to receive routine and standard care, while data on outcome (i.e., dependent) variables and mediators will be collected over three study visits:
Day 1: at the onset of their participation: Assessment of memory and Cardiovascular Fitness Testing (CFT)
Day 2: Blood Test and Transcranial Doppler (TCD) Ultrasound at time 0 and 3 hours after taking the first dose of the supplements;
Month 3: Assessment of memory, Cardiovascular Fitness Testing, and Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound 3 months after daily treatment with supplements in each group.
Ages Eligible for Study: | 50 Years to 80 Years (Adult, Senior) |
Sexes Eligible for Study: | All |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | Yes |
Inclusion Criteria:
- Between the ages of 50 and 80;
- Having a primary care physician;
- Ability to speak, read, and write English;
- Logical Memory subtest (of the Wechsler Memory Scale - IV [WMS-IV]) raw score one standard deviation or greater below the mean of a younger population;
- Be in stable overall health based on medical history and physical examination;
- Sedentary or moderately active (< 2 aerobic session / week);
- Suspend, for at least one month before participating in the study, the use of dietary supplements (fish oil, seed oils, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, resveratrol, fruit powder extracts and DHA; subjects who have high intake of these products are asked to take off these products for 4 weeks and after this washout period they will be recruited in the study). No more than one multivitamins per day is acceptable;
- Wine intake not more than 2 glasses per day
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients reporting severe depression with or without suicidal ideation [Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) > 30 and BDI item #9 >1];
- Patients with a severe language or hearing and/or vision impairment;
- Pregnancy;
- Patients presenting with delirium, dementia, or cognitive impairment (Mini-Mental Status Examination score < 26);
- Current alcohol or substance abuse/dependence;
- Major neurological and psychiatric diseases including Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, concussion/traumatic brain injury, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, eating disorders;
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure (> 180/100 mmHg) or a documented record of uncontrolled high blood pressure-related complications such as cerebral vascular disease (CVD), and/or large strokes with disability, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (medical report of blood HbA1c > 7 during the last three months; in diabetic patients without this record HbA1c will be measured in the first blood testing), or history of major cardiopulmonary disease such as congestive heart failure, pulmonary disorders (COPD [emphysema or chronic bronchitis] and pulmonary embolism);
Documented evidence of the following findings in the current medical history of subjects:
8-1- Low platelet number (< 170 x 10^9/ L); 8-2- Hematocrit below 40% for males or 30% for females; 8-3- Haemoglobin below 120 g/L for males or 110 g/L for females; 8-4- Prothrombin time (PT) values outside normal range of approximately 10-16 s;
- Current hepatic failure, renal failure, bleeding disorders (hemophilia, Von Willebrand disease, esophageal varicoses);
- Subjects who have given 500 ml of blood or more for transfusion purposes in the past month before entry into the study
- Patients who take aspirin more than 325 mg/day
- Current medications for cognition such as acetylcholine esterase inhibitors (e.g., tacrine, donepezil, galantamine, rivastigmin) and memantine;
- Known history of allergies to tomatoes or tomato-based products;
- High habitual intake of tomatoes, grapes, and tomato-based products confirmed by food frequency questionnaire (>5 times per day). Subjects who have high intake of these products are asked to take off these products for 4 weeks and after this washout period they will be reconsidered to participate in the study.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01766180
Contact: Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD | (443) 275-1687 | email@example.com | |
Contact: Mehrnoosh Hadadi, MD, MPH | (443) 275-1687 | firstname.lastname@example.com |
United States, Maryland | |
Memosyn Neurology Institute, 1205 York Road, Suite 11 | Recruiting |
Lutherville, Maryland, United States, 21093 | |
Contact: Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD 443-275-1687 email@example.com | |
Contact: Mehrnoosh Hadadi, MD, MPH (443) 275-1687 email@example.com | |
Principal Investigator: Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD | |
Sub-Investigator: Mehrnoosh Hadadi, MD, MPH |
Principal Investigator: | Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD | Memosyn Neurology Institute |
Study Director: | Mehrnoosh Hadadi, MD, MPH | Memosyn Neurology Institute |
Additional Information:
Responsible Party: | Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD, Founder and Medical Chief Officer, Neurolgy Institute for Brain Health and Fitness |
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT01766180 History of Changes |
Other Study ID Numbers: |
2012-1048 |
Study First Received: | January 8, 2013 |
Last Updated: | April 19, 2015 |
Keywords provided by Neurolgy Institute for Brain Health and Fitness:
Memory Fruitflow Resveratrol (resVida) |
Cerebral blood flow Cardiopulmonary exercise test Maximal VO2 |
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Resveratrol Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal Analgesics, Non-Narcotic Analgesics Sensory System Agents Peripheral Nervous System Agents Physiological Effects of Drugs Anti-Inflammatory Agents Antirheumatic Agents |
Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic Antineoplastic Agents Antioxidants Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action Protective Agents Enzyme Inhibitors Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors Antimutagenic Agents Anticarcinogenic Agents |
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on March 30, 2017