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Strange moments in sports II
Strikers in soccer are by all right lauded when they score more than once in a game and scoring three has its own name, hat trick. A perfect hat trick is even more impressive, where a player scores one with his left foot, one with his right and one with his head, in the first half. There are, however, moments when a side wants to forget an own hat trick.
It is early February 2003 in the English Premier League and Sunderland are finding themselves bottom of the table trying to avoid relegation. With four wins and seven draws Harry Wilkinson needs to turn things around or he will inevitably find himself sacked, probably ahead of the final game, and a good place to start is getting some wins at home against the other clubs struggling on the bottom third of the table. Odds of Sunderland clinching a new contract are rising with each round, gamblers are making money on their soccer picks placing their bets n anyone playing Sunderland and top bookmakers are already paying out on early season bets that the club will be relegated.
It is desperate times with less than half the season remaining.
Having avoided relegation with a mere four points the previous season, this is unfortunately not unfamiliar territory for Sunderland but facing Charlton – bottom half of the table – at home might be the spark which ignites a revival and turns on some miraculous string of fortunate results. Charlton at home should by no means be an impossible task but the gods of football had decided otherwise and the most unfortunate of them all was to be striker Michael Proctor, a lad who as it turned out would only make 38 appearances in seven seasons for the club.
24 minutes in Charlton have managed to get a series of balls toward the Sunderland penalty area when Wright scores and own goal. A rather harmless ball thrown in towards a cluster of players, but it is deflected twice on Sunderland shirts and finds its way into the net. Five minutes later – the 29th minute – Proctor is backtracking helping his defence out. He is chasing a Charlton forward who manages to come clear with the keeper, shoots, it is deflected on Proctor's leg and finds its way in goal through a narrow gap between the keeper and the post.
As if that wasn't enough, three minutes later in the 32nd minute Proctor is once again helping out in defence on a corner. A cross comes in where he is standing only a yard out from his own goal but turns his back to the cross, the ball hits him and ends up in the Sunderland net. Three own goals within seven minutes, two of them from the unfortunate Sunderland-born Michael Proctor within five, and a new not very delightful record had been broken.
Proctor was soon after sold to lower league side Rotherham and Sunderland, well Sunderland find themselves in new era of misfortune having been relegated last season to the Championship where they are last and could possibly play League One football the bext.
/ Zvonko, BettingAdviceUSA.com


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New Year, new deal for Time Warner and Viacom
US viewers get SpongeBob Savedpants
Time Warner Cable customers have been saved - they'll still be able to watch SpongeBob Squarepants and other shows from Viacom.
The cable company carries 19 channels from Viacom including MTV, Comedy Central and Nickelodeon, but was refusing to pay increased fees for them.
However, the two companies said yesterday that they have now agreed in principle to renew the carriage deal, although financial details still need to be sorted out.
Glenn Britt, CEO of Time Warner Cable, welcomed the agreement and apologised to customers for suffering a day of uncertainty.
It is good they made up so quickly - on New Year's Eve Time Warner was accusing Viacom of "trying to extort another $39m annually - on top of the hundreds of millions of dollars our customers already pay... it is particularly outrageous given the current economic conditions."
Viacom's best known shows include The Daily Show, The Colbert Report, and Dora the Explorer. ®

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Kitchen Window Series
Hummingbird IV
Continuing the Kitchen Window series…
A collection of prints and stationery cards based on watercolor paintings of wildlife seen from The Daily Morsel's kitchen window.
This gorgeous hummingbird, swoops back and forth above the hazelnut trees, chirping away, before flying to the feeder. Once fed, it's back to swooping above the trees.
We at The Daily Morsel love watching the hummingbirds while working on new recipes. They zip about from the feeder to the trees, and chasing each other. My husband has named them the Napa Air Force.
Stay tuned for more hummingbirds and other wildlife.
To purchase a print of this little hummingbird visit The Daily Morsel's new Etsy shop here.
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Weekend in Hunt Country- Marshall, VA/
Hunt Country is filled with so many beautiful, small historic towns. Living in Warrenton we are centrally located to what feels like everything! An hour to Leesburg, an hour and a half to Charlottesville, so we always like to take little trips to grab a bite to eat, drink and shop at local businesses!
My husband is a breakfast food addict so I had been dying to take him up to the new Red Truck Bakery in Marshall. They just recently opened a much bigger location and moved their headquarters from our little town, Warrenton, to the Marshall location. We both finally had a morning totally free and decided to pop over. The town of Marshall is SO cute! They have another store I've been dying to check out, The Whole Ox. It's a boutique butchery that additional sells produce, cheeses, housemade goods, wine and beer!
I totally recommend stopping by Marshall if you're looking for a fun little outing! I took my camera out and snapped some pics of the little town to share!
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More mobile phone makers back Google's Android
More mobile phone makers back Google's Android
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Fourteen of the world's largest mobile phone and chip makers, including Sony Ericsson, Vodafone Group Plc and ARM Holdings Plc, joined the Open Handset Alliance on Tuesday to support the Android mobile device platform developed by Google Inc .
The new members' pledge to back the Android software is a significant feat for Google in the mobile phone industry, as its T-Mobile G1 phone takes on rival Apple Inc popular iPhone 3G.
But despite the big-name additions to the Open Handset Alliance, analysts say what matters is whether the new members introduce more Android-supported smartphones in 2009 and 2010 to compete with rivals such as Symbian, used by Nokia.
"It's great to get these folks on board...now (the Open Handset Alliance) has to make sure these licenses actually ship products," said research firm Jupitermedia's vice president of mobile strategy, Michael Gartenberg.
The first company of the fourteen new members set to introduce a mobile device that uses the Android operating system is Sony Ericsson, a joint venture of Japan's Sony Corp and Sweden's Ericsson. Ericsson said on Tuesday it plans to introduce the Android-supported platforms in mid-2009.
"Android is set to become a significant application framework for mobile phones," Ericsson's head of mobile platforms, Robert Puskaric, said in a statement.
The Open Handset Alliance said on Tuesday that each of its members commits to developing applications and services for mobile phones and handsets using the Android platform or designing Android-compatible mobile devices.
Taiwan's Asustek Computer Inc, Toshiba Corp and Garmin Ltd also pledged their support, bringing the total number of companies in the Open Handset Alliance to 47, the Alliance said. These companies join earlier members of the Alliance, such as the world's biggest chip maker Intel Corp and mobile phone makers Motorola Inc and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd.
Both Google and Apple have wooed developers to create applications for their mobile devices, but Apple keeps a tight grip on the iPhone's hardware and operating software. Google's Android is open to being changed by outside developers.
The addition of new members to the Open Handset Alliance gives Google-developed Android more heft in the battle over who will dominate the mobile phone software market in coming years. Android's biggest competitor is Symbian, which controls half of the market and was acquired by Nokia, the world's biggest mobile phone maker, earlier this month.
Nokia contributes Symbian's assets to a not-for-profit organization similar to the Open Handset Alliance, the Symbian Foundation. Members of the Symbian Foundation have royalty-free access to Symbian's software.
So far, 64 companies have said they plan to join the Symbian Foundation, including Japan's third-largest wireless carrier, Softbank .
Android also competes with Microsoft's Windows Mobile operating system, which has been gaining ground.
With a range of companies jumping into the Alliance, such as portable navigation device maker Garmin Ltd, Android has the potential to be featured on devices other than mobile phones. Each mobile phone maker also can modify the Android open source software, which leaves the opportunity open for many future mobile phones.
"What's fascinating about Android is it's this malleable thing. As these phones come out from other carriers it looks and operates differently," said Greg Sterling, a Web analyst with Sterling Market Intelligence. He added, "It seems more people will jump on the bandwagon."
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Have you been to Le Pain Quotidien in Central Park?
If not, you should put it on your New York City bucket list. It is pretty centrally located near the Mall and the doors open up to a patio that is filled with tables and chairs. Like any PQ, you can eat there or grab your food and head off to explore the park. I particularly like it in the mornings when it is filled with early morning walkers and their dogs who, because they can be off their leash at that time, can usually be found milling around on the patio waiting for their owners to get their morning latte. In addition, the people that work there are so nice that it actually gives me one of those incredible "neighborhood" feelings in Manhattan. I'm sure it's much more crowded on the weekends or in the afternoons, but it is so absolutely charming I just had to let you know about it. It is definitely worth stopping by. Let me know what you think!


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Vision Australia Radio Perth 990AM is the local radio reading service for the blind and low vision community in Western Australia. VAR Perth delivers over 30 hours of local programs each week alongside content from the Vision Australia Radio Network.
Vision Australia has radio services in Adelaide, Melbourne and Perth, as well as across Victoria and southern NSW. Other RPH services are available in capital cities and major regional areas around Australia.
There are almost 5 million Australians living with a print disability. Vision Australia is a leading national provider of blindness and low vision services in Australia, working in partnership with Australians who are blind or have low vision to help them achieve the possibilities they choose in life.
Volunteer readers, presenters and administration support volunteers are urgently needed to keep this valuable service in Perth on air.
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GLOBAL: 'G.I. Joe' Has Biggest Overseas Opening of 2013 with $80.3 Million
on March 31, 2013
G.I. Joe: Retaliation posted the biggest overseas opening of the year as it grossed $80.3 million in 53 territories, including an $11 million performance in Russia. The global cume is $132 million. The film nearly doubled the opening weekend gross of its predecessor, G.I. Joe: the Rise of Cobra, in the same number of territories. G.I. Joe: Retaliation can expect to add to its performance with upcoming openings in China and Japan. The film will expand to six more countries next week.
The Croods kept up with a strong performance after last weekend's overseas premiere. The animated film grossed $52.5 million in 59 markets to reach a $140.5 million total. The global cume is $229.1 million.
Oz: The Great and Powerful grossed another $22.2 million overseas during the holiday weekend. The overseas total for the Disney film is $214 million, with a global cume of $412.3 million.
Jack the Giant Slayer earned a $96.4 million overseas total this weekend after making $25.2 million over the weekend. The global total is $157.7 million.
Another Bruce Willis action film in release, A Good Day to Die Hard, earned $3.6 million in 18 territories. The overseas total is $230.1 million, representing the majority of the $296.6 million global cume.
Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters added $3.3 million in 31 markets this weekend, $1 million of that coming from its opening in Venezuela. The overseas total is $161.2 million. The global cume is $216.4 million.
Identity Thief continued its slow roll out, opening in Austria, Belgium, Germany, and German-Switzerland. The film grossed $5.5 million in 25 territories this weekend for a $16.6 million overseas total. The global cume is $145.4 million.
Mama had a hold-over weekend overseas, waiting to expand to Brazil, Israel, Norway, and Sweden next weekend. It grossed $2 million in 31 territories, with 14 upcoming openings over the next few months. The overseas total stands at $55.4 million.The global cume is $126.9
Les Miserables added another $1.2 million in 33 territories over the weekend. The musical has grossed $287 million overseas. The global cume is $435.8 million.
This is 40 reached an overseas total of $19.8 million over the weekend. It opens in Argentina, Colombia, and Mexico next weekend. The global cume is $87.3 million.
Ted reached an overseas total of $330.1 million, the global cume is $548.9 million.
Anna Karenina grossed $1.3 million in 20 territories over the weekend. The overseas gross is $54.8 million.The global cume is $67.6 million.
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At the Hisel Law Firm, our long term relationship with you is of utmost importance. We take the time to learn you and your business to best shape our advice on all aspects of the employment relationship and to best formulate strategies for commercial litigation by providing the highest caliber of legal representation with the flexible, efficient, economical, and personalized service characteristic of a niche firm.


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Thank You To All Who Helped With The Hamilton Yard Sale!
We had about 47 on-site volunteers help to raise just under $6,000 at this year's hamilton school yard sale! This will send under-resourced kids from hamilton school to camp. Way to LOVE, church. The teachers and administration of Hamilton School can't thank you enough!
Palm Sunday Elective - THIS SUNDAY, April 9
You are invited to a special event on Palm Sunday! A classroom exploration of Jesus as seen through eyes of Pontius Pilate. It will be an interactive PowerPoint presentation with Q&A led by our own Arvid Kretz. - Join us in the Point Reyes Room during the 10:45 hour.
Easter Sunday Hospitality Volunteers
Would you be willing to prepare brunch type finger food or help with setup and/or serving on April 16th, Easter Sunday morning? Come to the lobby table this Sunday and sign up, or contact Kate Hoj at 415 613-1994.
Easter Weekend Schedule
Please join us for Good Friday (April 14) and Easter Sunday (April 16)
- Marin Multi-Church Good Friday Gathering: 7:00pm at New Life Church - 1370 S. Novato Blvd, Novato.
- Easter Sunday Gatherings at MCC: 9:00am and 10:45am.
Annual Father/Son Camping Trip - May 19-22
Are you ready for our annual Father / Son Camping trip? We have an incredible group site at Casini Ranch, in beautiful Duncan Mills, CA. For a mere $75, we will have 2 nights of camping and a Saturday evening feast all dialed in and taken care of for you.
E-mail Ben Kerns to reserve your spot!
Save The Date
- MCC Yosemite Memorial Weekend Camping - May 26-29, 2017 (Email Joe Locati to get on the waitlist)
- Spirit West Coast - June 11, 2017 Click here to get your tickets.
- Maker Fun Factory Day Camp - June 19-22, 2017 Click here to register.
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How many times have you hired people thinking they'd do a great job, only to find it not working out as planned? Either they just didn't get it together, didn't get along with others or didn't deliver a good work product. So you send them packing.
This can be counted as a bad investment on both ends: the time spent training and the missed opportunity for them to achieve the satisfaction they were seeking. Worse still, you put someone out on the street who knows your organization better than anyone at your competition, and guess what? That's where they land.
There's no way to know whether your next hire will be a superstar. In fact, your odds aren't great: A study by Leadership IQ finds that 46 percent of new hires fail within 18 months, and only 19 percent will achieve unequivocal success. As you go through the process, you rely on their resume, interview, the recommendation of others, and any hidden sign of passion -- all reasonable indicators, but you still don't know until you put the person to the test. From there, you hope the new hires will blossom into stardom, increasing productivity, revenue and profits.
…But then they don't.
More times than not, the people you hire will just do their jobs. Sure, they want to do well and succeed for their own pride and your praise, but often that passion is missing. Passion leads to curiosity for what you can become and love for what you do – in effect never "working" a day in your life.
But why is this important?
The people you hire represent an investment, not an expense. If you invest in them, taking the time to observe how the interact, asking how they feel about their responsibilities (note that I did not say "job") and learning about their personal likes, dislikes, successes and failures, together you can discover where their passion actually lies.
It doesn't matter what went wrong, but rather what you do next. We don't do exit interviews until we've thoroughly considered other opportunities within the organization. What's more, we encourage all employees to raise their hands to be considered for different positions. This often leads to a more rewarding experience for them, and a better situation for us by having people with a better overall understanding for our business.
Taking an underperformer and transitioning to an alternate position is often less risky and less costly than starting from scratch and looking outside. Also, giving people another chance to find their passion sends a strong message about how you treat people, perceive the relationship and operate as an organization.
Naturally, the "alternate position" approach is not always appropriate and doesn't always work. And make no mistake, terminating a person is a hard decision but sometimes the only decision to make.
Yet we can attest to a number of staff members who are happier in their second and third assignments, do a far better job, provide more value than before, and have a higher regard for the company. More than ever, they have the passion to prove they are an integral part of our team.
It's too easy sometimes to cut your losses and move on. But think twice before you act – the benefits often can be plentiful for both the individual and the company.
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Here are 4 of the most common questions asked about cell phone radiation
Am I exposed to the same radiation when I browse the internet as I am on a cell phone?
Radio frequency energy is a form of non-ionizing radiation given off by cellular and portable phones, Wi-Fi routers and countless other devices. Scientific studies have linked electromagnetic radiation from long-term cellphone use to an increased risk of brain cancer and other health problems.
Research suggests that electromagnetic radiation interferes with our body's natural processes—even damaging our DNA and causing cells to malfunction. While cell phones emit relatively weak electromagnetic radiation, it still affects nearby cells and tissues because the devices are used frequently and kept close to the body.
Cell phones emit radiation whenever they transmit the signal outward, toward the cell phone tower. Some amount of radiation is emitted no matter what the activity, even when the phone is on, but not in use. Speaking into the phone would produce more radiation emission than receiving a signal, such as during a data download.
Cell phones also emit the most radiation when they are attempting to connect to cellular towers. A moving phone, such as used while riding a train, or a phone in an area very far from cell phone towers, has to work harder, giving off more radiation. Users can avoid using their cell phones in elevators or whenever the signal is very weak if they want to reduce their exposure, experts say.
Is Wi-Fi as risky as cellphone radiation?
Wireless communication technologies are always changing, using different frequency bands, which are measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). In the U.S., 2G and 3G cell phone technologies have primarily operated in the 800-1900 MHz range. You can find the frequency range in which your phone operates from your cell phone carrier. 4G technologies have used frequency bands in the same range, as well as moving to higher frequencies in the gigahertz range.
Most home Wi-Fi routers operate in the 2400 MHz (which is the same as 2.4 GHz) range. 5G Wi-FI operates in a higher range, around 5 GHz or greater.
The issue is that Scientists really don't know what are the effects of these different frequency ranges on human health, because most studies, including the research that gave rise to cellphone radiation classified as a possible carcinogen, have been done on conventional cellphone radiation. When it comes to 4G and 5G, with are extremely higher frequencies, we are left guessing.
Distance matters – the closer the body is to the source of radiation, the more radiation users will absorb. Cell phones are frequently used directly next to the body, and the potential for radiation absorption is great. Wi-Fi routers are typically farther away, decreasing exposure. Some experts recommend against keeping a Wi-Fi router next to the bed or the bedroom but rather placing it in the area of the house where people spend less time.
What about cellphones and children?
Studies have suggested that cell phone radiation can make the blood-brain barrier more permeable. (Cell Phone Radiation Damages Your Blood-Brain Barrier, Salford, LG, AE Brun, JL Eberhardt, L Malmgren and BRR Persson. 2003.) Research from the National Institute on Drug Abuse clearly demonstrated that cellphone radiation alters brain activity.
Children's and teens' brains and bodies are developing and growing rapidly. Age and head/body shape differences matter when it comes to radiation absorption. The brain of a child or slight woman, with their smaller, thin skull bones, would absorb significantly more radiation than that of a large man. The FCC cell phone radiation regulations do not account for the potentially higher risks of cellphone emissions to children and other vulnerable populations.
A simple solution is to teach children how to use a headset and speaker phone rather than having them hold the phone close to their ear while they talk. Some experts recommend parents to limit their children's cell phone use to texting, important calls and other emergencies.
What about tablets and laptops?
These can be in constant touch with the body and are used wirelessly for most people.
When using tablets and laptops, there are two things to keep in mind: distance from the body and type of use. Like phones, these wireless-enabled devices transmit more radiation when they send the signal out – for example, when talking into a tablet. A good rule of thumb is to keep the tablet or laptop on a table or supported by its own stand, rather than holding it on your lap.
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STEP 1: Standard CS Encounter
If you are a beginner for CS Prep (or) you need to know how to present any standard case (general format) for Step 2 CS (or) you need to know all the MUST DO�s for this exam, this module will take you through in 6 easy lectures. Few lectures are accompanied by the actual enacting of that lecture segment by doctor and patient. When you have completed this module, you are confident to present cases and ready to practice (student feedback)
STEP 2: System wise History Taking
This module is an add-on to step 1 standard history taking module. The lectures train you to take a FOCUSED history for each System eg. Cardiology, Respiratory, Nervous etc which is crucial for passing the Data Gathering part of ICE for Step 2 CS
STEP 3: Physical Exam Videos
This module shows videos of the doctor performing a focused Physical Exam for each system in ~ 4 minutes. This includes not only the main system but also the allied systems that you are likely to examine for the case at hand. The module shows you how to manage time, build rapport and keep the patient informed as you perform your PE. Helps pass ICE and CIS component of the Step 2 CS exam.
STEP 4: Differential Diagnosis
This module allows you to tune your medical knowledge/experience to suit the Step 2 CS format of testing. It is of utmost importance to organize your medical knowledge to a pattern of thinking not only while interviewing the patient but also writing the patient notes. You might have passively studied 8 causes of chest pain but this interactive interface allows you to check whether you are able to think quickly on your feet and convert all the theoretical book knowledge into practical quick processing skills to elicit a good history & PE, which is needed to pass this unique exam. When you work on this module you will be able to ask the correct set of questions for each door way complaint and also ace the History and PE column of the new patient note format in the Diagnostic Interpretation section! This is the first updated resource to our knowledge to help students study according to the new patient note format (changed in June 2012). Helps pass ICE (both data gathering and patient note)
STEP 5: Full 15 min Encounter
This module has 10 (ten) Full 15-minute Encounters of different systems a) Cardio b) Respiratory c) Obs/Gyn (2 cases) d) Abdomen e) Nervous f) HEENT g) Joint h) Psychiatry i) Paediatrics . Having gone through Modules 1-4, it is time to see how to input it all together in a 15 min time constrained manner! Enacted with American SP�s in a Step 2 CS simulated environment (medical equipment use, patient table adjustments, good CIS, challenging Q�s & situations etc ), it gives you a good idea of all 3 components needed to pass the exam - CIS skills, ICE & SEP.
STEP 6: Patient Notes (PN)
This module has lectures on essentials of each section of the PN (HPI, PE, DD, Diagnostic Work up), what goes into each section, the pertinent positives and negatives and has lots of tips on managing the time without compromising on recording all the information you gathered orally on the computer. You will find many samples of ideal PNs and corrected PNs (system wise) of common mistakes that students make in the step 2 CS exam. The diagnostic work up for each diagnosis under each system is also given in a tabular column. Helps pass ICE, both data gathering and patient notes of the step 2 CS exam
STEP 7: Assessment
After completion of all the Steps 1-6, you are EQUIPPED with all the necessary knowledge & skills to perform a 15 minute encounter and write patient notes in 10 min. Now that you know how to do it, the question is - CAN YOU DO IT? In a stressful environment? In a timely fashion? That is exactly what our Step 7 will put you through. Your options are -
a) ASSESS MY PREP -To know if you are presenting the case in the right way to pass ICE, get a SPOT CHECK on you prep. Present a case (15 min), write Patient notes (10min) and get a detailed feedback on ICE, SEP, CIS & correct your weak areas. $50 Click here
b) ONLINE MOCK - practice 3, 4 or 5 cases in row with qualified and trained physicians at Target USMLE/Dr. Mary June.


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Our villas are 4.5 star, sustainable, accessible, all season luxury accommodations perfectly situated close to Cabot Links, Cabot Cliffs, the Cabot Trail, Ceilidh Trail and the Trans Canada Trail.
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Thomas Sabo Earrings, Bracelets, Watches and more by Acotis
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The line of Thomas Sabo jewellery featured here on our website is the product of one person's vision and creativity. Jewellery designer Thomas Soba laid the foundations for his company in the 1980s and has been growing it ever since. Today, this line of jewellery is available around the world, but it still retains its home-grown roots and inspiration. With an accent on individuality and innovative designs, Thomas Sabo pendants, necklaces and other pieces of jewellery are the perfect gift for ladies who like to stand out from the crowd.
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Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is an infection spread by a bite from an infected mosquito. While EEE is rare, it can be serious and in some cases, fatal.
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Risk Factors
The greatest risk factors for EEE are spending time in areas where mosquitoes are present, such as wetlands and swamps. Another risk factors is failing to use insect repellent.
Other factors that may increase your chances of EEE:
- Being over 50 years old or younger than 15 years old
- Having a condition that affects your immune system
Most people with EEE do not have any symptoms.
If symptoms do occur, they may appear in 4-10 days and include:
- Headache
- Neck stiffness
- Fever
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Joint and muscle pain
- Vomiting
EEE can lead to more serious, life-threatening symptoms of inflammation of the brain, like altered mental status, weakness, numbness, paralysis, seizures, and coma .
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. Questions may include:
- Where you have been living or traveling
- Whether you have been exposed to mosquitoes
A blood test or a test of your spinal fluid is commonly used to confirm the diagnosis of EEE.
Imaging tests may include:
Treatment for EEE focuses on supportive care. Severe symptoms require hospitalization, which may include:
- Mechanical ventilation
- IV fluids
- Medication to control seizures
- Medication to decrease brain swelling
To help reduce your chances of EEE:
- Stay inside when mosquitoes are most active (at dawn and at dusk).
- Repair screens on your windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from getting into your house.
- Use proper mosquito netting at night. Look for netting treated with insecticide.
- When outside, wear insect repellent, long pants and long-sleeved shirts to limit exposure to bites.
- Eliminate insect breeding areas. These may include areas of standing water, like pet water bowls, rain barrels, and other containers.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke https://www.ninds.nih.gov
Alberta Health http://www.health.alberta.ca
Health Canada https://www.canada.ca
Eastern equine encephalitis. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/easternequineencephalitis. Updated April 5, 2016. Accessed December 7, 2017.
Eastern equine encephalitis. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T114677/Eastern-equine-encephalitis . Updated February 4, 2016. Accessed December 7, 2017.
Encephalitis: an overview. EBSCO Nursing Reference Center website. Available at: http://www.ebscohost.com/nursing/products/nursing-reference-center . Updated March 9, 2012. Accessed December 7, 2017.
Mosquito avoidance. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T115142/Mosquito-avoidance . Updated November 21, 2016. Accessed December 7, 2017.
Revision Information
- Reviewer: EBSCO Medical Review Board David L. Horn, MD, FACP
- Review Date: 11/2018
- Update Date: 12/20/2014


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"A colleague has put a knife in my back and now we have to work closely together on an important major project. How can I trust him?"
To parody Otto Scharmer, there is a blindspot in coaching theory, training and practice, as well as in our everyday social experience. This blindspot concerns the outer place – the physical environment – where the coaching is situated.


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Yellow Pages Malaysia explores the link between agriculture and the F&B industry
Agriculture is an important part of Malaysia's economy as it is a sector that contributes to the nation's resources and wealth.
The agriculture industry was responsible for almost 9% of Malaysia's GDP in 2015. Together with the agro-based industry (such as food processing and the manufacture of products from agricultural commodities), it contributed almost 14% to the nation's GDP.
It also has a wide scope, covering cash crops and industrial commodities such as palm oil, rubber, livestock and aquaculture produce.
These commodities are sent to small industries to be distributed to traders, hypermarkets and local sundry shop owners.
Foodstuff is also sent to manufacturers to be packed into food products. Chillies become chilli sauce. Soybeans are made into bean curds and soy sauce. Bakeries buy eggs for cakes, pastries and cookies at their premises.
All the commodities and trades mentioned are just the tip of the iceberg in the field of F&B.
Fresh fruits are displayed at an open market.
Below are four important agricultural commodities in Malaysia as outlined by the Performance Management and Delivery Unit (PEMANDU) of the Economic Transformation Programme. Interested to learn how agriculture intersects with the F&B industry? Keep reading!
Fruits and vegetables: Led by the Department of Agriculture, this entry point project aims to export local premium fruits and vegetables to the Middle East and Europe, which import more than 50% of the global production of higher quality local fruits and vegetables that comply with food safety standards. The Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-based Industry has also targeted to increase the total export value of Malaysian premium fruits and vegetables to RM400 million through strengthening ties with Malaysia's existing trading partners to create more markets for the country's fruit and vegetables.
Locally, the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) helps market fruits and vegetables by empowering small market farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs to develop effective marketing strategies. This is done by setting up Rural Transformation Centres (connecting manufacturers and suppliers to users), and educating these traders on using technology to market their products to consumers.
Fruits and vegetables are also among the top draw at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture & Agrotourism (MAHA), an exhibition at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS), Serdang. The event is important for both business owners to display their products to the public and for consumers to support local agro-based F&B products.
Rubber: This was Malaysia's leading cash crop before palm oil. The decision to switch from tapping rubber to growing oil palms in Malaysia in the 1980s contributed to the decline in natural rubber production. Under the National Key Economic Area (NKEA), improvements and enhancements are being made to ensure availability of domestic supplies to develop higher-valued rubber products.
The paddy farming project aims to establish Malaysia's long-term food security and increase the income of paddy farmers.
Palm oil: This is easily the largest agricultural commodity. It accounts for more than 5% of Malaysia's annual exports, and remains so with the sector moving up the value chain and introducing high-end palm products in food and health-based segments, among others.
Palm oils and fats are processed into products such as cooking oil, shortenings and margarines, as well as used in other food products such as spreads, ice creams and cookies.
Some renowned manufacturers and distributors of the aforementioned products include Lam Soon Edible Oils, Delima Oil Products Sdn Bhd and Unilever (Malaysia) Holdings Sdn Bhd.
Paddy farming: Led by Muda Agricultural Development Authority (MADA), this project aims to establish Malaysia's long-term food security and increase the income of paddy farmers through the estate farming approach.
The plan is to increase the paddy field yield from 5 metric tons per hectare to 8 metric tons per hectare by 2020 through initiatives such as the introduction of new seed varieties, improved irrigation and larger-scale farm mechanization.
The rice grains are processed by various companies such as Jasmine Food Corporation and Faiza Sdn Bhd, famous for their Jasmine Super 5 and Faiza Basmathi range respectively.
Experience the convenience of Yellow Pages Malaysia Food and Beverage listings today and stock up on F&B supplies for your business and more.
Download the Yellow Pages app for free from Google Play Store and App Store. A dazzling array of local F&B delights is waiting to be discovered!


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My friend does not believe in disciplining her 2-year-old daughter. Yes, you read that right. My friend, let's call her Lisa, once let her daughter, let's call her Megan, flush the toilet 30 times. Just because she wanted to. When both of them were at my home for dinner, I watched her daughter deliberately pour a glass of water right over my table. I had to say, "No, Megan!" while my friend just smiled.
My friend confesses that at a recent play date, her daughter smeared a gooey snack all over the host mom's bedspread. She apologized to the mom but didn't tell her kid she'd done anything wrong. I've stopped speaking to my friend on the phone while Megan is awake, because she screams endlessly while we talk, blasting a hole in my ear. My friend never once says, "Sweetie, I'm on the phone." Why does she allow all of this? "I guess it's just easier this way," my friend admits. "The truth is, I hate to make my daughter cry."
I asked my friend if she worries that Megan will grow up to be one of those people who believes she can do whatever she wants, whenever she wants, with no repercussions. "Mmmm … yeahhhh," she reluctantly admits. "But I keep hoping one day I'll start to discipline her. Right now, she's so young. I figure she's like a dog. She's not going to understand what I say anyway." Umm, okay.
I ask my friend if this could just be making life easier for herself, and she admits it does: "If I tell her not to do something, she pitches a fit. I'd rather just clean up whatever mess she makes than argue with her." She also admits she leaves the role of "bad cop" to her husband, who is more of a discipline type. She also reveals that this is the way she herself grew up – her parents let her do whatever she liked. And, hey, she didn't turn out psycho.
Lisa says this laissez faire attitude doesn't apply if her kid wants to do something dangerous like, say, run into traffic. But sometimes she prefers to let her kid "learn the hard way." For instance, Megan tried to touch a burning candle and, rather than warn her about it, my friend said, "Go ahead." Megan got her fingers close enough to realize that a candle was nothing to play around with, didn't get burned, and now says, "Hot hot" when she sees a candle. Says Lisa, "She'll learn her lesson that way faster than if I tell her no. If I say no, she just wants to do it more."
My friend admits to feeling guilty in allowing this parenting style to run rampant in public places. She'll take her daughter out of a restaurant or other public place if she's acting up, but there's no lecture afterwards telling her that she didn't behave.
I've spent a lot of time with Megan (an only child) and her mom, and I've sometimes found myself in the role of disciplinarian at their house. Once when Megan was screaming at the dog for "stealing my food" (the dog was nowhere near her food), I told her in a firm voice to "knock it off." Lisa just grinned. At least my friend doesn't seem to mind if someone else takes over disciplining, but sometimes feels like a burden I don't really want. (I draw the line at letting a kid be a brat with pets!) Interestingly, Megan is very attached to me despite my drawing boundaries. She even seems to welcome them.
Luckily, Megan is naturally a pretty good kid -- she throws tantrums and is clearly spoiled, but she's also good-hearted, loves people and animals (even the dog she screams at), and in general doesn't act like too much of a lunatic. But I do wonder how she'll fare in the real world one day. And I do feel sorry for her future teachers!
Does it make you crazy when moms let their kids run the house?
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Sigma Phi Sigma became a recognized chartered business fraternity during the fall semester of 1965 at Southern Illinois University. Today, there are seventeen affiliated chapters. The Gamma Chapter received formal recognition on the University of Central Oklahoma campus on October 22, 1970. In our 25 + years, we have augmented the education of hundreds of students.
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Who wore it better? Polka dots for days
We spotted Olivia Palermo on her way to probably the chicest birthday party ever and Jamie Chung running errands in L.A. wearing the same print from the Banana Republic Marimekko Collection. This fun and flirty polka dot print is part of Banana's new Marimekko Collection, which you can shop right now online and in-store!
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I traded sewing for sawing this weekend. I found out recently that my son has a dust allergy, so I promised to replace the carpets in his room, in order to try to alleviate some of the symptoms. So, that's on the agenda for this weekend, and the sewing machine is going to have to wait a bit longer for attention.
Flooring is turning out to be a lot more work than I thought. His room is a simple rectangle, nothing fancy, so I thought this would go pretty quickly. But it turns out that when you trek up and down (or down and up) 2 flights of stairs every time you have to cut a board, you make a lot of trips. And it takes a lot of energy. Just about 1/2 done now, but it's time to tackle the closet so taking a break for a while. Besides, it's way too late (and dark) to be working on flooring.
I'm linking up (a day or two late) with Judy's Dreambird progress.


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When Nicholas* was just five years old, both of his parents tragically died in the same year, leaving him in the care of an uncle. His uncle was emotionally and physically abusive but with no one else to turn to, Nicholas was trapped in his home. His uncle refused to pay school fees so Nicholas was unable to attend school. Nicholas' Aunt Mildred* visited the family and was appalled by Nicholas' physical and emotional state. Even though she struggled to support herself, she knew she had to get Nicholas away from his uncle to save his life. She took him to live with her in Mutare. Mildred did her best to support her nephew with his basic needs, but daily survival was a struggle. Still unable to attend school, Nicholas knew he was missing out on an important part of his life.
When Sarah, a Care Worker from Sakubva Community Based Organisation (CBO), was visiting other children in their community, she met Nicholas and Mildred selling firewood on the side of the road. She began to ask them questions and soon learned Nicholas story. Sarah knew Nicholas was amongst the most vulnerable children in their community and shared his story with her fellow volunteer Care Workers, and they committed to caring for this young boy. Nicholas began attending the Sakubva CBO where he receives a hot meal each day and access to basic health care needs. Sarah visits Nicholas and Mildred on a weekly basis, bringing the love of Christ and sharing with them the word of God. Mildred finds comfort in knowing Nicholas' physical, emotional and spiritual needs are being cared for. She has found companionship with Sarah and the other Care Workers and knows she is not longer alone in caring for her nephew.
Last year at the age of 13 Nicholas began attending school. Despite being more than double the age of all the children in his preschool class, he was determined to excel and gain the education he had been denied his whole life. When Sarah and his teacher shared with him he was able to move from preschool to primary school he could not contain his joy! This year, Nicholas has officially been enrolled in Sakubva's primary school. He never dreamed he would have this opportunity! Nicholas still has a long road ahead of him but with the love and support of Mildred, Sarah, and the other Care Workers he has hope for a bright future.


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Banjo #327
This is a 20L model with a figured walnut neck and rim. It has a 1/4" rolled brass tone ring. Ebony rim cap. The neck wood is a really nice piece of Claro walnut that has lots of great reds in it. The last picture shows the hex rim bolts we make here in the shop, these come on banjos that have the ball end shoes or the hex shoes. This banjo went to Victoria, Australia.
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I opened my Etsy shop in 2012 as a place to sell crafty things I made in my spare time. I was using it on and off or several years, but I have now found what works for me. My main focus is now luxurious textured greeting cards with adorable illustrations and hand lettering. I've really been moving and shaking lately; 20% of my sales have been in the last 3 months, and I have big plans coming up. For now, though, let us celebrate 50 sales! Buy any two cards in my shop and receive 2 dollars off with code 50SALES. Yes, that's like getting BOGO 50% off on two regular priced cards :) This offer is valid until October 10th. More exciting stuff next time!
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VANCOUVER, B.C. /Troy Media/ – Achieving health and well-being is never a solo act. Throughout our lifetime, the people who are closest to us – our family and friends – are the greatest influence on our health. As we are on theirs. This is interdependence.
Far too often when the professional care system is involved, recognition of interdependence falls by the wayside. That's too bad because neither family caregivers nor professional care providers can achieve well-being for people with chronic and complex diseases (the vast majority of heath-care interventions today) on their own.
This is especially critical when it comes to living well with disability and/or long-term health challenges such as dementia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and congestive heart disease. Natural caregivers provide 80 per cent of care and need to be to seen as essential to the whole care process – assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating it.
When care is required over time, a new kind of relationship between professional care providers, caregivers and the person receiving care is needed. This relationship acknowledges the interdependence of everyone in the care circle. It requires professional providers to move from a relationship that is one-way – prescriptive, as in expert to patient – to one that is two-way – welcoming, inclusive and consultative.
I was given an example of what a truly consultative relationship looks like recently when an interior design consultant came to my home. She was curious. She wanted to know what my goals were. She listened carefully, asked lots of questions and made notes. Then she walked around, noting things like our style of furnishings and our colour preferences. Her expert eye had her asking questions about the amount of natural light, our capacity to do small renovations ourselves and future plans for the house. She took measurements. Then out of thousands of possibilities, she proposed some viable alternatives. We discussed pros and cons, prices and installation times. Together, we designed a customized plan and got started.
This designer did pretty much what I want my family's health-care providers to do. Ask smart questions, learn about us and discuss possible solutions based on what they hear, see and assess is possible. But unlike a design consultation, a consultative approach related to our health is no luxury. The implementation and sustenance of sustainable, nourishing, life-giving care depends on it.
As caregivers, we have a central role. Professional providers need the expertise of those who know the person being cared for best. Regardless of their stature or busyness, we should expect all our providers (including specialists, physicians, home care aides, physical therapists, nurses, social workers, etc.,) to seek and respect our deep knowledge of the person being cared for.
Respectful consultation is a start. Then let's create new caring partnerships, practices and policies that support the hands-on caring and emotional sustenance provided by natural caregivers throughout the healing journey.
When our interdependence is recognized, the maximum value of our freely-given natural care will be contributed and, most importantly, the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we love will be enhanced.
Vickie Cammack is a social innovator who has established ground-breaking organizations dedicated to strengthening community and addressing isolation, including Tyze Personal Networks, Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (PLAN) and the Family Support Institute of British Columbia. Her unique response to the isolation and loneliness that underpins some of our most intractable social problems – a network model of care – has been adopted internationally. She is a member of the Order of Canada. She writes Caring Connections with Donna Thomson.
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The South Korean vendors Samsung and LG are expected to take up to 40 percent of the global TV market this year, up from the previous year's 34%, according to market analysis firm IHS.
Samsung's TV market share will grow from last year's 20% to 24% this year, while LG's is set to rise from 14% to 16% during the same period, the research firm said. Of the estimated 239 million TVs set to ship this year, approximately 95.6 million units will come from Samsung and LG.
Some of the key product categories which the two companies will be focusing on include TVs with 4K resolution and curved displays. IHS expects the two companies to use these products to differentiate themselves and to offset the falling margins in the TV manufacturing industry.
For the entire 2015, Samsung and LG will see their shipment volumes grow 62% year-on-year for the 60-inch and larger panels, and 18% for the 50-inch panels, according to IHS's data. Shipment volumes of panels smaller than 32 inches, meanwhile, is estimated to fall 20% year-on-year.


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This one's for the kids…
Hoi An is a magical place. With its colorful boutiques, picturesque Old Town and range of fantastic restaurants, any adult could happily lose several days in this dreamland.
But what about those with a shorter attention span…like the kiddies, for instance?! They may agree that yes, the lanterns are pretty or sure, that building must be very old; but pretty soon they're going to want some outside entertainment.
Luckily, your pals at Hoi An Now have created a 3-part guide of activities that you can do with your kids here – by land, by water and further afield. There's an age recommendation attached to each so feel free to skip to whatever part's relevant to you.
Part 1: Hoi An For Kids… By Land
1) Explore the rice fields
Recommended for: 12+ (individual cyclists)
Much of Hoi An's charm lies in its outskirts – those seemingly endless rice fields that feel a world away from the Old Town. In fact, you can reach the middle of nowhere in just a 5-minute cycle, and it makes for a great (and cheap!) family day out.
A word of warning: We strongly advise against children under 12 cycling on the main roads to get there. Drivers here are fast and reckless – and it's just not worth the risk. So if you've younger kids, save yourself the worry by renting a bike with seats on the back, joining a family bike tour or seeing the fields from an entirely new perspective – on a buffalo-pulling cart tour.
2) Potter through the village
Recommended for: All ages
Just 3km out of town, you'll find Thanh Ha Terracotta Pottery Park – featuring waist-high models of monuments around the world. Your kids can show off their knowledge of history and geography while feeling like giants. Fun for all involved! Then it's time to paint a traditional Vietnamese theater mask; a fantastic takeaway to hang up at home.
3) Get crafty with bamboo
Recommended for: 7+
Unleash your creativity at Taboo Bamboo, where owner Tan has created a bamboo wonderland including a two-story house, an electric car and even a telephone! Just visiting this storybook setting is a worthwhile experience but, for an activity that the whole family will love, why not book in for a workshop? It's amazing value, considering the unique souvenirs – from toys to speakers – you'll have to take home … and the fun you'll have making them!
Price (VND): 250,000 – 300,000.
Add: Thanh Tam Dong, Cam Thanh
Hours: 7.30am – 5.30pm (Daily)
Tel: +84 (0)905 312 812
Facebook: Taboo Bamboo
Email: [email protected]
4) Don't mask your talents
Recommended for: All ages
The Timing Masks in Hoi An's Old Town is a chance for your family to get creative, get competitive and get a slice of culture while you're at it. We recommend the more informal 'Folk Mask Painting Workshop' if you have young kids. To see the masks in action, check out the cultural performance – a colorful mix of dance, folk and theater – held every evening at 5pm.
Price: 10 USD p.p. for a 2-hour workshop; cultural performance: 100,000 VND
Add: 66 Bach Dang Street
Tel: (+84) 235 395 9159
5) Embrace your inner artiste
Recommended for: All ages
Alley Artist House (try saying that 3 times fast!) brings another creative treat for your kids. Held every month in different locations, these free classes are a great way to spend some quality, messy-paint time together. They're rumored to be running classes for teens and adults soon, too – keep an eye on their Facebook page for details.
6) See a bunch of puppets
Recommended for: all ages
A world away from Kermit and his mates, Hoi An's Water Puppet Show explores Vietnamese village life through colorful, hand-carved puppets. It's funny, it's fast…and it's got fairies! Bonus. Plus, the open-air theater gives it the atmosphere of a kids' birthday party. You're in for a treat.
Price (VND): 80,000 (adults); 40,000 (kids)
Showtimes: Tues, Fri & Sat: 6.30pm – 7.15pm
To book: Pay at the booths around the Old Town or at the entrance to the theater.
Add: 548 Hai Ba Trung (from the corner of Ly Thuong Kiet and Hai Ba Trung, walk towards Nguyen Cong Tru and it's on your left)
Tel: +84 (0)235 386 1327; +84 (0)941 378 979 (hotline)
Email: [email protected]
7) Ready, steady, cook!
Recommended for: 4+
Hoi An has many specialty foods – and now, as well as enjoying them, your family can learn how to make them! You'll find a family-friendly cooking class at Tra Que Waterwheel. It's got plenty to keep kids from 4+ happy – from the colorful and chaotic market tour to the cycling trip towards the vegetable gardens (where they can dress up in farmers' clothes, ride a water buffalo and try their hand at harvesting!) to the class itself. There they'll learn to make rice paper and all kinds of shapes from their collected vegetables – a skill they can later test at home for special occasions.
Price: Adults: 39 USD; Kids: half price.
Add: Tra Que Herb and Vegetable Village
Tel: +84 (0) 912 719 079
Email:[email protected]
Website: www.traquewaterwheel.com
8) Let them play
Recommended for: under 10
Maybe it's raining and you're seeking an indoors activity. Or maybe you're tuckered out after the countryside and want something close to home. Whatever the reason, Hoi An's Play Zone for Kids is a chance for your young kids to run free (in a safe setting). From playhouses to plaster models, trains to trampolines, there's plenty to keep them entertained. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a drink or bring your own banh mi (from a stand near cnr Cua Dai) and relax as your little ones burn off excess energy. (Phew)
Price (VND): 40,000
Address: Corner Cua Dai & Tran Nhan Tong
Hours: Monday – Saturday: 4pm – 9pm; Sundays & Public Holidays: 3.30pm – 9.30pm
9) Get ready to rock
Recommended for: 5+
Thrillseekers will be glad to find an adrenalin fix in the center of town. At Rock Climbing Hoi An, you can scale a 15-meter wall like Spiderman (if he'd had a harness and an attendant to secure him), practise Batman-like descents into a safety net on the multi-level zipline and jump around the bouncy castle 'til your heart's content. Then it might be time to give your kids a turn. 😉 Top off your exhilarating afternoon with an ice-cream at Café Sua – all the best superheroes do.
Note: Little English is spoken there so here's a translation of their – very reasonable – prices in VND (thanks, Miss Ha!):
- Continuity house – 40,000/ticket
- Big Car – 30,000/ticket
- Small Car – 10,000ticket
- Electricity Car – 10,000ticket
- Jumping castle – 10,000/ticket
- Zipline/Highwire – 80,000/time
- Rock Climbing – 60,000–100,000
Address: 43-47 Ly Thuong Kiet
Tel: +84 (0)869 864586
10) Eat, drink and be merry!
Recommended for: All ages
When you're all activity-ed out and can't physically manage another tour, fear not – we've got a great escape for you and your family. The Dingo Deli is a long-standing expat favorite in Hoi An. Not only are its breakfasts the only reason we surface on Sundays, it's an ideal place for kids, too! In a leafy enclosure out back, they can play 'til their heart's content on the trampoline, the swings and in the treehouse while you kick back with a delicious coffee. There's an indoor games room too! Don't worry if you end up losing a day there – the deli boasts a mini-market for you to pick up bits on your way home.
Hours: 7.30am – 9.30pm daily
Add: 277 Cua Dai
Tel: 070 600 9300 (delivery and bookings)
Email: [email protected]
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11) Get Pampered
Recommended for: 6 – 14
For a girlie day out, Hoi An leaves you spoilt for choice. With enough beauty salons and shops to make your head spin, we've come up with an ideal outing that your daughters – and maybe even your sons – will love!
- Kick off with an energy-boosting breakfast by the Thu Bon River.
- Treat yourselves to a mani-pedi in one of Hoi An's great salons.
- Browse the designer childrenswear within the fabulous Copenhagen Delights – for an outfit they'll love to show off at home.
- Unwind after a hard morning's pampering with a cyclo ride across the bridge to An Hoi – to be greeted by 50+ flavours of ice-cream at Enjoy Ice-Cream Restaurant.
Perfect day? Pretty close.
12) Catch Sunrise
Recommended for: All ages
You could drive to Marble Mountain in the middle of the night. Or you could experience an entirely more indulgent sunrise altogether – at Sunrise Resort on Cua Dai Beach.
They've got a brilliant kids' club, with different activities every day. There's a sandpit, a playground and plenty of toys to entertain younger kids while older ones can keep busy with the video games on offer.
In the meantime you can doze on the man-made beach, lounge by the luxurious pool and maybe even treat yourself to a cheeky Margarita – it'll be one of the best in town so frankly, it'd be rude not to.
Price: $10 entry fee for adults; kids 6 – 12 half price; kids under 6 free.
Happy hour: 5pm – 6pm daily; 2-for-1 cocktails: 150,000 VND
Tel: 0235 393 7777
Web: www.sunrisehoian.vn
All wrapped up
So, there you have it – 13 land-based family activities in Hoi An. You're welcome.
Psst…For events like the Full Moon Lantern Festival and lots more family outings, keep an eye on our events calendar.
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The National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating last week's crash of a New Jersey commuter ferry into a Lower Manhattan pier, said today it found damage to the vessel's port propeller, but did not indicate whether that contributed to the crash, or resulted from it.
Investigators said they also tested the ferry's steering systems on Friday and found no problems.
The ferry, the Seastreak Wall Street, had been on a morning run from Highlands in Monmouth County to New York with 326 people on board, when the board slammed into a concrete slip, injuring about 70 passengers, 11 seriously. The captain has told the NTSB that the vessel's controls and engines failed as he tried to dock.
Last year, the ferry underwent a major refit, replacing its jet drive propulsion system with new engines and variable pitch propellers. The modifications reduced the vessel's overall weight and reduced the top speed from 38 to 35 knots, but increased its fuel economy and lowered its cost of operation.
In today's report, the NTSB said the manufacturer of the ferry's engines was able to download alarm and parametric data stored on computer control modules in each of the two engine compartments. Investigators said they also retrieved video from several onboard cameras, which is being analyzed.
An underwater survey of the vessel revealed the damage to the port propeller. A more complete hull survey will be conducted when the boat is hauled from the water for repairs. The NTSB said the Army Corps of Engineers will also conduct a bottom survey of the approach to Pier 11 to determine if there are any underwater approach obstructions.
The ferry crashed as it was approaching a docking pier at 8:43 a.m. last Wednesday. The captain told the NTSB that he tried to put the vessel in reverse, but the controls "did not respond."
Somewhere during this sequence, both diesel engines shut off. When it smashed into the dock, the boat was going about 13 mph, which is fast for the usual crawl into the slip, but not necessarily for turning into the area, experts said. After the impact, the boat was able to dock normally.
• NYC ferry crash: NTSB begins investigation of collision that injured 56
• Ferry crashes into NYC pier, injuring nearly 60 N.J. commuters
• N.J. ferry company releases first statement following crash


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Being a mother doesn't mean you need to surrender being fit as a fiddle. Here are a few plans to enable you to get an incredibly fit mother body. A few activities should be possible with your child close by and others are perfect for times you require some time for yourself.
Get an activity design
The perfect baby blues work out schedule will incorporate an adjust of exercises. You can begin with cardiovascular exercise like strolling, swimming, or cycling and after that include quality preparing with weights or other protection practice instruments. Likewise, fuse adaptability practices like yoga, Pilates, or a couple of straightforward extends.
On the off chance that you are uncertain how to assemble an arrangement, now is the ideal time for you to get master direction from a fitness coach (read 10 motivations to employ a fitness coach). Indeed, even only a couple of sessions can help your wellness certainty and guarantee you are following a work out schedule that is consistent with your objectives and additionally wellness level. Another alternative is to get included with mother and infant wellness classes. You would workout be able to and bond with your infant in the meantime.
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Indoor exercise
As you most likely are aware, there are days while escaping the house to practice isn't an alternative. Regardless of whether you are climate bound or child bound, you can in any case get fit in the solace of your home.
Notwithstanding committed wellness TV stations on link, you can exploit the numerous baby blues practice recordings intended for mothers who require the comfort of home exercises. First of all, look at ExerciseWithMommy.com for DVDs highlighting exercises you can do with your child or preschooler. For moment satisfaction, visit ExerciseTV.tv for smaller than expected exercises – highlighting center work and even kegels – you can watch from your PC.
Try not to lose hope in the event that you have a feeling that you don't have a couple of minutes to watch a video. You can hold your child and do squats and stationary thrusts (no weights required!) for your lower body, lift your infant overhead (your kiddo will get a kick out of this) to reinforce your arms and shoulders, or lay on your back and do "infant chest presses." And amid those valuable 20-minute rest times, stroll here and there your stairs for a cardio help and use that birthing/wellness ball sitting in the corner. Read Exercising on a wellness ball for two key center and pelvic reinforcing works out.
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Get your body moving with your child by utilizing a flexible strolling/running stroller. Diverse strollers are intended for various events. Do some examination on the kind of stroller that will best fit your needs (read Baby joggers: All you have to know before you hit the street with your child close behind). You can likewise peruse a wide assortment of run strollers on the SheKnows.com Shopping Channel.
Another choice for open air practice is to lash your infant in a front-pack or rucksack infant transporter. Not exclusively are your hands allowed to swing in a state of harmony with your walk, you can consume more calories since you are conveying an additional 10 to 30 pounds. Having your kiddo close by is likewise astounding weight bearing movement for your bones. Simply make sure the child bearer fits appropriately to keep away from pulled muscles in your neck, bears, and back.
Try not to disparage how much fun nature is to your kid. Nature is a standout amongst the most solid conditions for you and your infant. Uncovering your young one to nature early can guarantee nature remains a piece of your family's life for a considerable length of time to come. Here are 10 approaches to connect your youngster and nature.
The rec center association
Wellbeing clubs are an extraordinary place to take part in wellness classes for you and your infant. A few rec centers offer mother and infant yoga classes. You can exploit the reported medical advantages of yoga, for example, expanded adaptability, quality, adjust, muscle tone and diminished anxiety. Yoga is additionally useful for your infant. Advantages incorporate better and longer rest, better processing and gas end, neuromuscular advancement, and a promising start to building an establishment for a sound way of life.
On the off chance that you are open to putting your tyke in the wellbeing club childcare, get associated with the bunch of different wellness classes. From turning to water classes, you can do an alternate class each day. The activity will do your body great and having some time for yourself will do your mind great, as well.
Make certain to look at the qualifications of the class teachers, especially for the mother and child classes, to ensure they are qualified and learned about baby blues exercise and newborn child practice contemplations.
Get a mate
On the off chance that you adore getting fit with your children, you may likewise appreciate working out with a wellness pal, particularly in the event that she has a kiddo, as well. Look at nearby sites or associations to meet with other ladies for an early morning or evening walk or run. Mom gatherings, for example, Moms Meetup and Luna Moms Club are built up all through the nation and allow you to connect with different mothers and exercise.
The advantages of practicing with a gathering incorporate inspiration (particularly on those days you basically can't discover motivation to work out), making an interpersonal organization of companions with comparative interests, and responsibility to enable you to remain concentrated on meeting your wellness objectives.


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Saturday, March 21, 2015
Like a sunrise on a cloudy day
We'd been planning to go see the sunrise for months. But we didn't want to actually wake up any earlier than necessary. So we went today to experience the Astronomical Twilight, Nautical Twilight, and City Twilight. I never even knew those terms existed before. P has such a gift for sharing wonder with the children. He's the one that gets us out to see the 3AM shuttle launch. It's him that sets up chairs and then carries the children out to the porch at 2AM to watch a meteor shower. He was the driving force, literally and mentally, for our grand trip this summer. I'm really impressed at the childhood he is crafting for the children. I get to just come along for the ride and look good.
Notice how we're bundled up because we expect 7AM on the beach to be cold on the first day of Spring in Florida!
Everyone was happy when I pulled out the biscuits and cheese.
G eats colby jack cheese lately. He also is willing to eat a sliver of vegetable matter to get more bread products. It's a huge improvement.
lP looks like an explorer on a new planet. She's got her biscuit and her galaxy blanket. Ready to go.
Great job P. Even though there was so much fog, we didn't see the sun, we enjoyed a morning together. Thanks.
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Distance from Bairdford, PA to Denbo, PA
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The high unemployment rate in South Africa has forced some residents to venture into creative ways of earning a living. LoveWorld News team caught up with a graduate who was forced to trade on the street due to unemployment.
Johannesburg also known as City of Gold, is the economic hub of South Africa. It also has lots of opportunities for young people, but they are confronted with many challenges among them a very high unemployment rate, which encourages people like Lawrence Ramokona to find alternative ways to generate income. He produces different kind of art works using wood and paintings.
Lawrence says his products are proudly South African with a touch of the culture of the tribes. He went on to say, "I have attended few expos events, and even Prince Charles of England knows my art work." The interesting part of this phenomenon is that they are also training and encouraging school children to venture into artworks and the aim is to promote diversity and culture.
The Department of Art and Culture in Johannesburg has promised young people that plans are being put in place to help young people find their gifts. Lawrence also mentioned that the minister of Tourism, Art and Culture also visited during an exhibition on Freedom Day. He also mentioned the presence of his work on the database of Arts and Culture.


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Day 6: It is the end of day six on the 7 Lbs in 7 Days juice fast that my husband and I have embarked on this last week. One more day and we get to chew a meal! Woo hoo! I can't wait!
Today was actually a pretty good day. Work had me busy for most of it, my husband and I worked out in the yard afterwards, and then we watched Cinderella Man (oh, how I love that movie!) in the evening. It probably also helped that two of the juices today had a bit of plain yogurt in them. But, overall, it didn't feel too hard today.
Even so, one consistent factor has remained throughout this entire journey: No matter how great we feel, we can't wait to eat! Seriously, I think my taste buds and my sense of smell have heightened. I'm very in tuned with the smells of food around me wherever I go.
I think this fast has actually helped my sweet tooth too, because I'm not craving sweets. I want whole foods - meats, fruits, vegetables. Meat and salad, meat and salad, they're all I want!
I was down another . 5 lbs this morning for a total of 5. 2 lbs lost in the last five days. And don't underestimate the impact of five pounds. I mistakenly neglected to measure myself before we started, but by the way my clothes fit, I can tell that I have lost inches. I really feel good.
I joke with my husband that the best part of going to bed at night is getting to wake up and see how much weight I've lost.
And speaking of that, it's 10:28pm. Time for bed.


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Alfred Russel Wallace deserves a little fuss today. The wonderful co-father of Evolution was born on this day (08.01) in 1823. He was a wonderful scientist who independently came up with the theory of evolution through natural selection the same year as Charles Darwin. In fact they published their theory together at The Linnean Society of London on the 1st of July 1858. The article named 'On the Tendency of Species to form Varieties; and on the Perpetuation of Varieties and Species by Natural Means of Selection' starts with a very English gentleman introduction:
" MY DEAR SIR,—The accompanying papers, which we have the honour of communicating to the Linnean Society, and which all relate to the same subject, viz. the Laws which affect the Production of Varieties, Races, and Species, contain the results of the investigations of two indefatigable naturalists, Mr. Charles Darwin and Mr. Alfred Wallace."
And goes on to explain that both Wallace and Darwin conceived this theory through their own independent research:
"These gentlemen having independently and unknown to one another, conceived the same very ingenious theory to account for the appearance and perpetuation of varieties and of specific forms on our planet, may both fairly claim the merit of being original thinkers in this important line of inquiry; but neither of them having published his views, though Mr. Darwin has for many years past been repeatedly urged by us to do so, and both authors having now unreservedly placed their papers in our hands, we think it would best promote the interests of science that a selection from them should be laid before the Linnean Society."
The story behind his work and his correspondence with Darwin is fascinating in itself (as are the arguments raging around who is the "real" father of Evolution) but here are a few other interesting things to know about this great man:
- A surveyor by trade - Alfred R. Wallace had to leave school at the young age of 12 when his family fell on hard times and at 14 he joined his elder brother's surveying business where he learnt about map-making, geometry, trigonometry, construction, mechanics and other useful skills.
- In 1850 Wallace managed to travel the furthest up the Rio Negro and drafted a map that was used as a standard for many years later.
- He was a big fan of Robert Owen and interested in Owenism (I confess I didn't actually know exactly what this meant other than it being linked to modern socialism and had to look it up, very interesting). Later in his life when he turned his eyes to politics he supported socialism.
- He spent 10 days stranded at sea in a leaking lifeboat with his shipmates after the ship taking him back to England caught fire and sank. Thankfully he was rescued.
- He was firmly anti-Eugenics, a theory of social improvement based on hereditary traits and natural selection that was popular during his time. Eugenics basically means that "fit" individuals should reproduce and "unfit" individuals should not thereby improving the populations over all fitness. Wallace did not believe that this theory would improve society since a corrupt society would have corrupt views on what constitutes a "fit" individual and he also believed social reform was more likely to improve society.
"The world does not want the eugenist to set it straight. Give the people good conditions, improve their environment, and all will tend towards the highest type. Eugenics is simply the meddlesome interference of an arrogant, scientific priestcraft."
- He was an anti-vaccer! Totally against people being forced to undergo a medical process, he was not convinced of the usefulness of vaccinations and when penalties were used he said it was a question of personal liberty and stated that liberty was more important than science.
- And also a huge supporter of the suffragette movement and women's rights, writing:
"As long as I have thought or written at all on politics, I have been in favour of woman suffrage. None of the arguments for or against have any weight with me, except the broad one, which may be thus stated:-- 'All the human inhabitants of any one country should have equal rights and liberties before the law; women are human beings; therefore they should have votes as well as men.' It matters not to me whether ten millions or only ten claim it--the right and the liberty should exist, even if they do not use it. "
- On finance he wrote several papers on implementing a paper money standard. In fact the famous 20th century economist Irving Fisher dedicated his book Stabilizing the Dollar to Wallace in recognition of his work.
- His most successful lecture was on spiritualism entitled 'If a Man Die, Shall He Live Again?'
There are many more fascinating facts about this larger than life man who contributed to so many diverse fields of human knowledge! Not bad for a guy who didn't finish school or go to university.
To find out more do click on The Alfred Russel Wallace website. You can also explore his letters online at the Natural History Museums 'Wallace Letters online' website. Wikipedia has a pretty detailed page about him too!