text:
11/10/2009 | By Richard Darell
You probably brush the Green House effect off like most people thinking it's something the governments are trying to use in order for us to buy other kinds of cars, more expensive foods etc. But, did you actually take the time to check for yourself what is really happening? Did you try and Google the evidence that will more than prove to you that the Green House effect is actually occurring as we speak. And in a speed you would have never expected.
I can openly admit that I did. I didn't think about it until I saw this time lapse put together by a bunch of scientists with James Balog in the lead just to prove to us that if we are not doing something radical right now…well you get the picture. First I thought -"Another one that is going to blow us away using grafs and statistics." But boy was I wrong.
Using over 25 time lapse cameras all custom made and positioned on bedrock ground in several different glaciers around the world shooting pictures every for over two and a half years they have put together a STUNNING time lapse of our doom if you will.


text:
View Languages and linguistics titles by topic:
View related subjects
New & forthcomingSee all
Understanding Dialogue
Pickering/Garrod Pickering/GarrodPaperbackPrice is not yet setNot yet published - available from January 2021Unavailable
Languages and linguistics seriesSee all
From the blog
How a #CheekyNandos became more acceptable
August 3rd
By Laura R. Bailey (University of Kent) and Mercedes Durham (Cardiff University) Our recent article, A cheeky investigation: Tracking the semantic change of cheeky from monkeys to wines describes the behaviour of cheeky in British and American English. In…
The Karen Stereotype
July 28th
written by Karen Stollznow, Griffith University, Queensland Karen is a first name, in fact, it's my first name, but online, "Karen" has evolved to mean so much more than just a name. In recent years, "Karen" has als…
SSLA introduces a new Methods Forum
July 28th
Shortly to be announced in an editorial in the Fall issue of Studies in Second Language Acquisition Why methods? SLA has always been and remains a dynamic discipline that employs an increasingly wide range of methodological techniques. More recently, how…
See all
Upcoming conferences
Societas Linguistica Europaea (SLE)
BAAL 2020 - British Association of Applied Linguistics
Second Language Research Forum
See all
BOOK TRAILER - Women Talk More Than Men by Abby Kaplan
Author Interview: Vyvyan Evans, The Crucible of Language: How Language and Mind Create Meaning
Sign In
Please sign in to access your account
Not already registered? Create an account now. ×

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Full text loading...
View Affiliations Hide Affiliations
- The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
- Source: The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, Volume 18, Issue 1, 1 Jan 1969, p. 115 - 122
Studies of Arthropod-Borne Virus Infections in Chiroptera
V. Characteristics of Lines of Japanese B Encephalitis Virus Developed by Serial Passage in Big Brown Bats (Eptesicus f. fuscus) Maintained at Different Environmental Temperatures*
Since the body temperature of the resting bat has been shown to parallel that of its environment over a wide range, these animals were used in a study to determine the effect of temperature on a virus under in vivo conditions. A strain of Japanese B encephalitis (JBE) virus was passed serially in big brown bats (Eptesicus f. fuscus) maintained at 24°C or 37° C, and the virus lines obtained were characterized and compared with lines developed by serial passage in hamster-kidney cell (HKC) cultures kept at the same temperatures. A virus line developed by passage in HKC cultures incubated at 24°C showed significant loss in virulence for mice, whereas passage of the virus in the bat maintained at 24°C did not result in any significant reduction in mouse pathogenicity. In addition, passage in HKC cultures at 37°C either did not affect or slightly increased the ability of the virus to multiply in this in vitro system at 37°C and 40°C, whereas passage in bats kept at 37°C, with body temperatures of 37°C or higher, seemed to de-adapt the virus for growth in HKC cultures at the higher temperatures. These observations suggest that the effect of temperature on certain characteristics of this strain of JBE virus varies depending on whether serial passage is carried out in vitro or in an in vivo system. The use of the bat as a host for the study of temperature-sensitive conditional-lethal mutants of arboviruses was discussed.


text:
"In the practice of tolerance, one's enemy is the best teacher." ~ Dalai Lama
For most brides, the most important picture of the entire wedding is the kiss. At least that used to be the case. I never understood why. I look at wedding photos and I can easily find a hundred other images more compelling than "the kiss." I doubt that comes as a surprise to anyone. Today's trend is to do a lot more kissing photos after the ceremony. Still, they're not "the kiss." I'm lucky I caught Connor and Corinne's kiss because I had the worst lens, as I've said before, and it's uncool to impede the official photographer, which I really wanted to do but good manners wouldn't allow it. Even if I had missed "the kiss," it was really the walk down the aisle as husband and wife that capped it for me. Could a couple look any happier? Well done, C-squared. Well done indeed.


text:
Thank you for contacting Toronto Professional Escort Service.
Send us a note and we will answer any questions you might have and respond to all comments.
We are devoted to the highest level of customer service and privacy.
Toronto Professional Escort Service Privacy Policy
We are open: 7 Days a Week
Hours of Operation: 1:00 pm – 11:00 am
Links below work on your mobile phone
Head Office :
E-mail us : info (@) tpes.vip
Please notify our team if you or your client requires a confidentiality agreement.


text:
Many people who budget wonder why they are still not attaining financial security and are struggling to make ends meet. Often the reason for this is bad budgeting.
One of my favourite quotes by a former US politician goes something along the lines of 'It's clearly a budget. It's got a lot of numbers in it' and if that's what a budget is to you, then it's obvious where the problem lies. If you have bad budgeting habits now is the time to break them by using these strategies:
1. Be realistic not opportunistic: A realistic budget is an accurate one and if you are 100% honest about your spending habits and debt you will enjoy greater financial freedom. Avoid opportunistic budgeting by only working with your fixed income and never add additional money such as jackpot winnings from your favorite www.iphonecasino.com.au games to your earnings. By budgeting with a set amount of revenue each month you can achieve a far more realistic idea of your financial situation.
2. Set fixed targets not estimates: A budget is designed to help you control your money and to curb your spending in areas where you are prone to debt. Set a fixed target rather than an estimated amount when paying off a debt or saving to ensure that you know how quickly you can accumulate funds.
3. Do more than think about emergency savings: A major factor of successful budgeting is to expect the unexpected and to be prepared. Being aware of needing emergency funds but not actually saving for the unknown is a common budgeting mistake. Include an emergency fund in your budget and deposit the funds into a separate account if need be.
4. Keep track, not trails: There are so many free online budgeting apps and programs that can help you keep track of your spending and expenses. Rather than having to sit down with a paper trail a mile long, use technology to help you keep on top of your budget and manage your money more effectively.
5. Keep it simple: A complicated system or unrealistic budget will see you abandoning your goal very quickly. A straightforward and concise plan will help you stay on target and protect you from hurting your financial freedom.
Have you overcome bad budgeting? Or are you still making costly mistakes that can easily be avoided?


text:
Maps, Directions, and Transportation
How to get to campus and where to park or make deliveries once you arrive.
The Scripps shuttle provides transportation between Scripps and the main UC San Diego campus for the UCSD community.
An interactive Google Map identifies Scripps buildings and other campus landmarks.
Public Outreach and Tours
General tours of the campus are offered one Saturday per month.
Scripps Community Outreach for Public Education (SCOPE) connects groups in the general public directly with Scripps science through public speakers and specialized tours.
Birch Aquarium at Scripps is our public exploration center.
Venue Rentals
The Scripps Oceanography campus offers several locations with ocean views. Scripps Seaside Forum, the Martin Johnson House, and Birch Aquarium at Scripps can be rented for weddings, conferences, and other events.
Breakfast and lunch items are available at Caroline's Seaside Cafe, Pinpoint Cafe, and Splash! Cafe at Birch Aquarium.
International Visits
International visitors can apply for short-term visits.
A US Bank ATM is located at Splash! Cafe outside of Birch Aquarium.
Seawater Tap
The seawater tap at the Keck building () is open to the public 24 hours a day. The salt water collected at Scripps Pier and circulated throughout campus is sent through sand filters to remove the larger particles. This is the same seawater that our aquarists use at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps and is often used to fill private saltwater aquariums.


text:
Apr 21, 15 •
3432 Views •
Articles •
admin •
No Comments
From clean to nasty! We jam with the amazing sounding Waldorf Pulse 2 Analog Synthesiser using Keith McMillen's K-Board Midi Controller. Check out some of the incredible sounds you can get out of it and a taste for its powerful arpeggiator too....
© 2020 The Inventory – Blog | Music Technology Resource
Powered by Wordpress. Designed by Vergo™


text:
Transcend's PCIe SSD 220S aims at high-end applications, such as digital audio/video production, gaming, and enterprise use, which require constant processing heavy workloads with no system lags or slowdowns of any kind. Utilizing the PCI Express® Gen3 x4 interface supported by the latest NVMe™ standard, 3D NAND flash memory, an 8-channel controller, and a DRAM cache, the PCIe SSD 220S offers supreme transfer speeds that override others.
Transcend's ESD250C is a portable solid state drive featuring a sturdy metallic case in an alluring space-gray hue, a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface for unmatched transfer rates, a USB Type-C port, and a pre-formatted exFAT file system.
Transcend's StoreJet 25H3 ruggedized external hard drive combines supreme shock-resistant qualities with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface, allowing for ultra-fast file transfers and the highest level of anti-shock protection. With up to 4TB storage capacity, the StoreJet 25H3 eliminates all fears of running out of storage.
Rather than trust your data to fee-based public cloud storage services, opt for Transcend's StoreJet Cloud to get up to 8TB of personal storage space, and the peace of mind that comes with having total control over your data. Transcend's StoreJet Cloud features fast transfer speeds of up to 110 MB/s and centralized data management, allowing for efficient storage and rapid access to all your data even if you're miles away.
Transcend's DrivePro 230 dashcam was designed with both style and safety in mind. The DrivePro 230 features an Exmor image sensor to capture high-resolution videos with extremely fine tonal gradation even in low light. In addition, it features a GPS/GLONASS receiver, a built-in battery, a handy snapshot button, and Wi-Fi connectivity. More than just a safety device, Transcend's DrivePro 230 is a fellow traveler ready to explore more of the world with you.
Transcend's DrivePro Body 30 is a feature-packed body camera designed specifically for public safety professionals. With a twelve-hour battery life, IP67 rated environmental sealing, military-grade shock resistance, and a pre-event buffer, the DrivePro Body 30 is always ready for action. The Exmor™ image sensor, high-quality lens, automatic infrared illumination, and six-axis image stabilization guarantee clear, high-definition evidence collection. Paired with Transcend's DrivePro Body App for iOS and Android smartphones, users can easily control the DrivePro Body 30 and manage videos and photos on the device.
Transcend's SDXC/SDHC 700S memory cards provide the performance and capacity necessary to harness the full power of your UHS-II compliant DSLR cameras and camcorders. With the incredible transfer speeds, the cards allow professional outdoor photographers and videographers to capture flawless RAW images, and record ultra-high quality 8K videos.
Introducing Transcend's high endurance, high performance JetFlash 910, a USB flash drive that is anything but ordinary. Boasting sensational read speeds of up to 420MB/s and write speeds of up to 400MB/s, the JetFlash 910 delivers top-notch performance in a sleek and portable design. Its aluminum metallic housing will safeguard your data wherever you go.
Taking full advantage of the UHS-II technology, the RDF9 UHS-II Card Reader unleashes the high-speed performance of SDXC / SDHC UHS-II memory cards. Equipped with USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface, the RDF9 delivers the blazing fast read and write speeds of up to 260MB/s and 190MB/s accordingly, facilitating high resolution video and RAW image transfers and post-production processing for professional photographers, videographers and graphic designers. Additionally, it also boasts the CompactFlash, SD and microSD card slots, offering you to transfer different types of digital files with one compact card reader.
Rated to endure 3K P/E cycles and featuring a SATA III 6Gb/s interface as well as 3D NAND flash, Transcend's SSD450K-I is the ideal high-speed, lightweight, and shockproof replacement for traditional rotating hard drives, all while being extra cost-effective and brought to you at an attractive price. The SSD450K-I is built with DRAM cache for reliable speeds, outstanding cache performance and customized functions to cater to the requirements of various embedded applications. The SSD450K-I can also perform in a wide range of operating temperatures, and is fully tested in-house to guarantee sustained functionality, enhanced endurance and optimal reliability in mission-critical applications.
Transcend SLC USB Flash Drive features a compact, portable design that can be used in industrial, medical, and military applications where reliability and data retention are crucial. Industrial-grade USB Flash Drives is built to endure severe temperatures, shock, and intensive read/write cycles and features high reliability and extended endurance.
Transcend's Industrial Temp SD/SDHC100I cards combine the advantages of large storage capacity and industrial range (-40°C to 85ºC) operating temperature flexibility, making them the best solution for tough industrial environments where performance and reliability are essential.
Engineered to deliver fast data transfer speeds, the RDF5 card reader features a USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface and support for both SDHC/SDXC and microSDHC/SDXC cards. Capable of being plugged directly into the USB port on any desktop or notebook computer, the ultra compact RDF5 offers effortless file sharing in any situation.
Featuring double card slots for both your SD and microSD memory cards, the RDF5 handles most of your daily needs for transfering data between your cameras, phones, and PCs.
Transcend's RDF5 card reader comes with a standard USB Type-A connector. Besides using it as a card reader, you can also use it as a USB flash drive on any desktop or laptop computers. Simply plug it in directly to the USB port of the computer.
Equipped with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface, the RDF5 card reader shows amazing transfer speeds, much faster than what you'd get with USB 2.0!
Not only will the RDF5 handle your high-resolution images and videos with ease, but it also has an LED indicator to show card insertion and data transfer activity.
The RDF5 card reader is small enough to slip into your pocket or briefcase for superior convenience. With its plug-and-play functionality, you can transfer your most important files between the RDF5 and your computer anywhere, anytime.
Transcend offers the RecoveRx software, a free data recovery utility that allows you to search deep within a storage device for traces of erased files including digital photos, documents, music, and videos.
Hardware Magazine
View or download the product sheet for detailed product and ordering information.
Find drivers, manuals, FAQs, or software updates for your product.
You have already accepted cookies, but you may still revoke your consent at any time. Please see more details at Cookie Statement. Change Settings
You have already rejected cookies, but you may still give your consent at any time. Please see more details at Cookie Statement. Change Settings
This website uses cookies to collect your information, for improving the service quality. You could click Agree to accept cookies or Disagree to reject cookies. If you reject cookies, some functions of this website may not work properly. You may see more details at Cookie Statement.


text:
Click Here for Full DAKTRONICS Release
WICHITA FALLS, Texas—Lake Erie College junior running back continued to add to his impressive 2014 resumè, earning a spot on the Daktronics All-American First-Team, released by the organization Wednesday (Dec. 17). He becomes the first Storm football player to earn the All-American title from Daktronics.
Bilal, a finalist for the Harlon Hill Trophy- the top award in Division-II football- was previously named a Daktronics First-Team All-Region and First-Team All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) selection while garnering GLIAC Offensive Back of the Year honors.
The team is sponsored by Daktronics, Inc., an acknowledged world leader in scoring, timing and programmable displays systems for virtually every sport at every level of competition. The team is voted on by the NCAA Division II members of the College Sports Information Directors of America (D2SIDA).
Bilal broke several school records en route to becoming the Storm's first 2,000 yard rusher. He ended the year tied for lead nationally in rushing touchdowns with 29 and second in rushing yards with 2,091 on just 254 carries (8.2 avg.). Against Ohio Dominican University, Ferris State University and Michigan Tech University- three teams that qualified for the NCAA playoffs- Bilal totaled 626 yards and six touchdowns. Against an Ohio Dominican defense that allowed just 89 rushing yards per game, Bilal had 163. Against Ferris State, who allowed 97 rushing yards per game, Bilal had 193. His 270 yards in the final week against Michigan Tech- a team which allowed just over 120 yards per game to opponents- set a school record which he previously set earlier in the season. Against Walsh University, Bilal scored six rushing touchdowns, which tied the GLIAC record for most in a game. Overall, Bilal rushed for 200 or more yards in six games this season and scored three or more touchdowns in five games. Bilal had eight touchdowns of 40 yards or more including two 70-plus yard touchdowns.


text:
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
The evidence keeps pouring out that gender is not a social construction (as if any reasonable person would think it is).
27 comments:
- chris10:04 AM
I wonder what these guy's digit ratios would be!ReplyDelete
I've alway expected that there would be a relationship between acceptance of cuckoldry and femininity in men. It's interesting to see it somewhat confirmed.
- Anonymous1:24 AM
The main advantage of buying from your drug store or drugstore is that we now have [url=http://ywashst.com]life cell[/url] epidermis will become leaner and much stretchy which makes wrinkles. buy lifecell cream New ipod nano-Lipobelle is often a nano-emulsified kind of coenzyme q10 supplement, whilst Cynergy TK http://lfcream.com thanks for visiting my blog.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12:22 PM
I lovеԁ аs much as yοu will rеceive carried out right here.ReplyDelete
The sκetch is attгаctivе, your аuthored subject mаtter stylіsh.
nonetheless, yοu сommand get got an nervousness ovег thаt yοu wіsh be delіvering the
following. unwell unquestiоnablу come further formеrly again aѕ exactly thе samе nearly vегy
often insіdе case yοu ѕhield thіs hiκe.
My site Testosterone Supplements
- Anonymous2:39 PM
It's hard to find well-informed people in this particular topic, however, you sound like you know what you're talking аbout!ReplyDelete
Мy wеb site :: old age
- Anonymous4:03 PM
I was ωоndeгing if you еver thought οf сhanging the structure оf youг webѕite?ReplyDelete
Its verу ωell written; І lοvе
what уouvе got tо sаy. But mаybе you cоuld a little
more іn the wаy of content so peoρlе cοuld
cоnneсt with it better. Yοuve gоt an awful lot of text for only havіng 1 оr 2 pіctureѕ.
Μaybe уоu could space іt out bettеr?
Feеl fгee tо visіt my blοg: Ageless
- Anonymous6:01 PM
Greetings! Quick questiоn that's entirely off topic. Do you know how to make your site mobile friendly? My blog looks weird when browsing from my iphone4. I'm tгying toReplyDelete
fіnd a themе or ρlugіn that might bе able to correсt this
prοblеm. If уou have аny recommendatіons, pleasе shагe.
Mу blog post ... health
- Anonymous11:31 PM
Quality posts is the important to invite the people to visit the site, that's what this web site is providing.ReplyDelete
Check out my weblog :: Long Jack
- Anonymous11:57 PM
Hi thеre ϳust wanted tο give you a quick headѕ up.ReplyDelete
The text in your content seem to be running
off the sсreen in Safarі. I'm not sure if this is a formatting issue or something to do with web browser compatibility but I thought I'ԁ post to let you know.
The deѕign lοοk greаt though! Hope yоu get the problem ѕolvеԁ soon.
Feеl freе to visit my wеb blog: www.aeev.At
- Anonymous2:36 PM
listen ages Exactly ninety http://www.mkcheapest.com/ get bags like your cheap ghd hair straighteners items accessories http://www.ghdzone2013.co.uk/ adulteration buying dress http://www.cheaptomsbobsshoes.com/ it married zipepr of hundreds http://www.raybanzone.com/ use user TheseReplyDelete
- Anonymous9:24 AM
At this time Ι am геаԁу to do my breakfast, onсe haνing myReplyDelete
breаkfast coming yet again tο гeаԁ mοге
Mу ρagе ... libido
- Anonymous10:14 AM
Нi therе! I simply want to οffеr yоu a big thumbs up for thе great informаtіonReplyDelete
yοu have got heге оn thiѕ post.
I am returning tο уοur sіte for mогe soοn.
my website - Vitamins
- Anonymous6:41 PM
Hi, afteг rеaԁing this aωeѕome aгtiсleReplyDelete
i am as well chеегful to shаre mу familiarity
herе ωith collеagues.
my ωeblog: http://www.dailystrength.org/
- Anonymous5:32 AM
Samsung Ps50c7000 EvaluateReplyDelete
My weblog; optoma hd33
- Anonymous5:52 AM
Lens On Hinder Island's Very good Salt Water-featureReplyDelete
Also visit my page: BenQ EP5920
- Anonymous10:24 PM
Hdtv Gathers Popularity All over the worldReplyDelete
My web page; online video to mp3 converter
- Anonymous4:24 PM
Just wiѕh to sаy your article is аs astonishing.ReplyDelete
Thе сlearness in уоur post is
simρlу grеat and i could aѕsume yοu're an expеrt οn this subјect.
Fine with уouг ρermissіon lеt me to
grab your feed to keep uρdated wіth forthcomіng post.
Thanks a million and pleаѕе continuе the rewarԁing work.
Τake а loοk at my wеbsite ... CYBER MONDAY 2013
- Anonymous11:36 PM
I am ex&X74;remely impressed alongReplyDelete
with your writing abіlities and also wit&X68; the stru&X63;ture on youг ωeblog.
Ιs &X74;hat thіs a paid topic or did you cu&X73;&X74;omize iit yοurself?
Eit&X68;eг waу stay up the eхcellent qual&X69;ty writing,
it's rare to peer a great weblog like th&X69;s one thеse
Also visit my websit&X65; - garcinia cambogia review
- Anonymous9:01 PM
Ԝɦen someoոe writes an parаgraph he/ѕhe kеeps the thoսght of aReplyDelete
user in his/her mind that how a user can understand it. Therefore that's why
this piece of writing is perfect. Thanks!
Here is mmy web page acne vulgaris
- Anonymous11:21 AM
My spouse and I stumbled over here different page and thought I may as well check things out.ReplyDelete
I like what I see so now i am following you. Look forward
to checking out your web page again.
Also visit my weblog; cna classes in mankato mn
- Anonymous6:57 PM
I have been surfing online greater than three hours these days, yet IReplyDelete
by no means found any interesting article like yours. It is lovely worth enough for me.
In my view, if all site owners and bloggers made good content as you probably did, the net can be much
more helpful than ever before.
Take a look at my web blog - seoveinte
- Anonymous3:35 PM
For most recent information you have to pay a visit world-wide-web and on internet I foundReplyDelete
this site as a best site for hottest updates.
Have a look at my homepage weight loss aids
- Anonymous8:38 AM
Howdy, I think your site could be having browser compatibilityReplyDelete
problems. Whenever I look at your blog in Safari,
it looks fine however when opening in Internet Explorer, it's got some overlapping issues.
I simply wanted to provide you with a quick heads up!
Apart from that, wonderful site!
Here is my web-site; led inbouwspots verlichting
- Anonymous12:21 PM
Good post. I learn something new and challenging on websites I stumbleupon every day.ReplyDelete
It's always exciting to read through content from other authors and use something from their web
Also visit my website :: eye cream for wrinkles
- Anonymous1:13 PM
It is perfect time to make some plans for the future and it'sReplyDelete
time to be happy. I have lean this post and if I may I wwnt to recommend
you some attention-grabbing things or suggestions.
Mayge you could write subsequent articles referring to this article.
I desire to learn even more issues about it!
site de rencontres
site de rencontres
Website De Rencontres Gratuit En Ligne
GSS data: Trump-voting women are happier and here's why
Feminism is a form of liberation that should make you happy, right? Wrong. Here is the relationship among white women between being happy an...
In the comments in the last post , some readers contended that Jews are not ethnocentric. Using the same question I used in the comments se...
Which factor reduces family size the most? Below are the standardized OLS regression coefficients for a sample of whites ages 40-59: Stand...
Via a reader at iSteve, it looks like this might be the vocabulary test used by the General Social Survey. (Someone please tell me if I'...


text:
The American goldfinch (Spinus tristis, also Carduelis tristis) is a strict vegetarian. Any insects that it eats are accidentally ingested. It only eats seeds, preferring those from plants with composite flowers such as sunflowers, asters, thistles and dandelions. They also eat grass seeds and some tree seeds, including those from elms, birches and alders.
The natural habitat of this small finch is weedy fields, floodplains and cultivated areas. In the non-breeding season these goldfinches are gregarious and form large flocks.
The male American goldfinch is easily recognized with his bright yellow breast, black wings with white bars, black cap, short conical bill and notched tail. They are year-round residents of backyards where they entertain with their acrobatic balancing on seed socks filled with nyjer. The female is much less distinctive. In the non-breeding season the American goldfinch male is much duller.
Found throughout the United States and Canada, the American goldfinch only migrates south from approximately the northern third of its range – away from areas where winter temperatures often drop below 0°.
This male American goldfinch was enjoying the yellowstar thistle at near the Crystal Lake Fish Hatchery (Shasta County CA).


text:
One Concierge Provides on the Ground Support to Members in Dubai, U.A.E.
Boca Raton, FL, October 03, 2012 – One Concierge (http://www.oneconcierge.com), a luxury concierge provider and lifestyle brand, today announced the recent addition of local concierge support in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with the newly created working relationship and understanding with Assist AE Concierge (http://www.assist.ae), a full service concierge company based in Dubai. One Concierge has found a recent increase in Members' demand for Concierge and Lifestyle fulfillment in this region of the world and will call upon Assist AE for reliable, first-class, and loyal assistance. Read more


text:
Rally Trophy Game Free Download video game for Windows PC. Download free full version "Rally Trophy" from newbetakey. The game setup is tested and 100% fully working PC Game for free Download. The direct/torrent download from newbetakey.com is highly compressed and free of any virus, spyware or adware.
Developer: Bugbear Entertainment
Publisher: JoWooD Productions
Release Date: 20 Nov 2001
File Size: 543 .3 MB
Download: Single Direct Link (Compressed)
Rally Trophy (Video Game) Review
Insane 2 is a 2001 historic simulation racing video game. It is single and multi player PC game. The game was released for Microsoft Windows.
The graphics and sound effects of the Insane 2 are outstanding for great fun. Get the Insane 2 free download and enjoy.
Get another amazing game: Offworld Trading Company Free Download (Inclu Limited Supply DLC)
Insane 2 (PC) System Requirements
Before downloading make sure that your PC meets the system requirements for this video game.
|Minimum System Requirements
|Operating System
|Windows XP/Vista/7/ 8/10
|RAM / Video Memory
|Hard Drive
|Video Card
|DirectX with Compatible Card
Insane 2 Free Download Link
Full Version PC Games For Free Download. 100% full working games. Download Games With Highly Compressed File Size.


text:
Tribute Bands
Imagine a complete night filled with only the best music from your favorite artist! Double D Booking offers the best tribute bands available. Whether you're looking for a tribute band that covers music by Creedance Clearwater Rival, No Doubt, Van Halen, U2, 311, Led Zeppelin, Motley Crue, Weezer, Sublime, The Beatles, The Doors, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Blues Brothers, Pink Floyd, Bob Segar, The Who, Talking Heads, ZZ Top and more, Double D has got you covered!


text:
A manual on reduction of energy use at home, only by drawings. (DAE assignment)
This manual is for families, with a particular attention to the members who pay the bills.
It is designed in a way to connect the less energy consumption to money saving and reduction of CO2 emissions. From daily behavior to practical and intangible consequences – this three figures are shown as a unique mutliple consequence of daily actions.
The manual is organized in tips, with a personalized illustration of the suggested action, some pictographic drawings to explain the technical meaning of it, and pictograms to visualize the ethical and individual consequences.
This double style of representation wants to appear to the reader both as a personal speech and as a technical and serious communication according to datas, trying to instaure a trustful relationship with him. Its aim is to convince families to start with those little steps on daily behaviour in view of bigger and more radical changes.
for the whole manual, you can download it here.


text:
Once Daily Multivitamin for Women, Ultra Potency 1000mg – Raw Whole Food Vitamins A B C D E, Biotin, Calcium, Zinc, Lutein, Magnesium, Manganese, Folic Acid. by Hello Lovely! – 100 Veggie Capsules
You work hard. You play hard! We understand that your time as a woman is at a premium and in today's fast-paced world you may not be getting the daily recommended intake of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Hello Lovely multi-vitamins for women provides the perfect amount of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and herbs for the unique needs of women, making this the perfect multivitamin for women.
Hello Lovely vitamins for women feature 20 essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and a vitamin-B complex that provides immune system support, increased energy, and mental clarity.
FEMALE SUPPORT: Includes wild yam isoflavones, red clover extract, lutein, cranberry extract, alpha lipoic acid, and lycopene for woman's unique needs.
IMMUNE SUPPORT: A unique blend of goldenseal root, echinacea, spirulina, and garlic provides a natural immune system boost.
ANTIOXIDANT FRUIT & ENERGY BLEND: Green tea, pomegranate fruit extract, grape seed extract, and other fruit & berry extracts provide an all-natural energy lift and antioxidants to support great health.
We believe these are the best vitamins for women and we stand behind our claims. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, please let us know. We will do whatever we can to make it right, or we will refund your your money, no questions asked!
Hello Lovely vitamins and supplements are tested by an independent lab for potency, purity, quality, and safety. Our products are proudly manufactured and bottled in the USA in FDA-approved facilities that follow strict GMP guidelines. This product is made with vegetarian-friendly ingredients in easy to swallow veggie caps, and is free from allergens including wheat, egg, milk, peanut, shellfish, and soy.
Product Features
- ✔ MAX POTENCY MULTIVITAMIN: Nature's Nutrition One A Day Formula gives what she needs the nature's way. Essential nutrients are important for overall wellness, taking your once a day vitamin can make all the difference.
- ✔ ALL NATURAL FEMALE SUPPORT: a multivitamin plus minerals for women that includes a blend of antioxidants, herbs, vitamins, and minerals that have been especially formulated to support female health. Plus biotin for healthy hair growth.
- ✔ ANTIOXIDANT FRUIT & ENERGY BLEND: powerful fruit and berry antixiodants to support great health, along with natural energizers from herbs and berries for a gentle energy boost.
- ✔ 20 ESSENTIAL VITAMINS & MINERALS: Many women do not get the daily recommended intake of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Hello Lovely helps to bridge the nutrient gap in your diet by offering a multi-vitamins, minerals, immune support, increased energy, and mental alertness.GMP protocols.
- ✔ RELATED: Multivitamin for Women Hello Lovely 2018 20s 30 40 50 60 alive baby benefits best brand brands chewable children's daily day edge effects energy female food good gummies gummy hair health iron kids liquid made minerals multivitamins nails natural nature one organic over packs plus powder prenatal side skin supplements tablets take teen top vegan vitamin vitamins well whole with without woman women's womens work.
For More Info And Sale Price – Click Here!
Please bookmark Cure Help!


text:
Karlyshev, A V, Pallen, M J and Wren, B W (2000) Single-primer PCR procedure for rapid identification of transposon insertion sites. BioTechniques, 28(6), pp. 1078-1082. ISSN (print) 0736-6205Full text not available from this archive.
|Item Type:
|Research Area:
|Biological sciences
|Faculty, School or Research Centre:
|Faculty of Science (until 2011) > School of Life Sciences
|Related URLs:
|Depositing User:
|Andrey Karlyshev
|Date Deposited:
|10 Mar 2009 14:24
|Last Modified:
|10 Mar 2009 14:24
Actions (Repository Editors)
|Item Control Page


text:
On Sunday I went for a walk in the country, past some extremely skittish cows, and gazed at a wide-open valley without a single building in sight. Then I drove home to my little patch of Blue America, with the traffic getting progressively worse, and the population densities getting higher. I was struck again by how powerfully the physical landscape influences our view of politics and the world.
We're used to this in the realm of domestic politics. Politicians from the more sparsely populated South and West are more likely, at least in the political and economic realms, to champion the Goldwateresque virtues: freedom, self-sufficiency, individualism. Politicians from the cities are likely to champion the Ted Kennedyesque virtues: social justice, tolerance, interdependence.
Politicians from sparsely populated areas are more likely to say they want government off people's backs so they can run their own lives. Politicians from denser areas are more likely to want government to play at least a refereeing role, to keep people from bumping into one another too abusively.
Neither group lives up to its ideals with perfect consistency, but this is what both groups say.
I wonder whether this tension also explains the argument we're now having about foreign affairs.
In the current issue of The Weekly Standard, Adam Wolfson argues that the foreign policy debate between George Bush and John Kerry is really a conflict between two values: freedom and internationalism.
That's a clarifying insight. When Bush talks about the world he hopes to create, he talks first about spreading freedom. What he's really talking about is a decentralized world. Individuals would be free to live as they chose, in their own nations, carving out their own destinies.
The optimism built into this vision is that free people would be able to live in basic harmony. There would not need to be any central authority governing their interactions. Indeed, Bushian conservatives talk about central global authorities like the U.N. the way they talk about Washington -- as places where venal elites gather to serve their own interests.
When Kerry talks about the world he hopes to create, he talks first about alliances and multilateral cooperation. He's really talking about a crowded world. People from different nations would gather to work out differences and manage problems.
The optimism built into this vision is that nations will sometimes be able to set aside their rivalries and narrow self-interests and work cooperatively to thwart the sorts of global threats posed by Saddam Hussein, or genocides like the one in Sudan. Kerryesque liberals are concerned by the possibility that some nations will go off and behave individualistically or, as they say, unilaterally.
Put this way, the argument we are having about international relations is the same argument we are having about domestic affairs, just on a larger scale. It's a conflict between two value systems. One is based on a presumption of a world in which individuals and nations should be self-reliant and free to develop their own capacities -- forming voluntary associations when they want -- without being overly coerced by national or global elites. The other is based on the presumption of a crowded world, which emphasizes that no individual or nation can go off and do as it pleases, but should work instead within governing institutions that establish norms and provide security.
This formulation explains why Bush's foreign policy is not an aberration of conservatism, as Pat Buchanan and the other paleocons argue, but is actually its fruition. This formulation also explains why, in The Times Magazine on Sunday, Kerry compared terrorism to domestic organized crime, gambling and prostitution. In his mind there should exist an effective body of international law. It is a law enforcement problem when some group violates that law.
Seen in these terms, this election is not just a conflict of two men, but is a comprehensive conflict of visions. Both these visions have been bloodied of late. Still, they do address the central issue confronting us: How do we conceive of an international order in the post-9/11 world? Bush, the conservative, conceives of a flexible, organic, spontaneous order. Kerry, the liberal, conceives of a more rationalist, planned and managed order.
This debate could go on for a while since both sides represent legitimate points of view, and since both sides have concrete reasons to take the positions they do.
Op-Ed Columnist E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
What to expect on Apple's September 12th eventIvan | Tue, 2012-09-11 18:24
Here is the list of Hardware and Software products people are hoping Apple will announce tomorrow: New iPhone 5 with a larger screen and some cool new feature probably related to payments or music streaming, MacBook Pro 13" with Retina Display at screen resolution of 2560x1600px, iOS 6 with Apple Maps that hopefully will set a new aesthetic standard for Google Maps and many other cool features, New iMacs with better screens, Mini iPad 7" at $200, iPod Nano Wristwatch that connects to iCloud and lets you control your TV and other devices, a redesigned Mac Pro that is smaller and more powerful, Retina Cinema Displays and finally colorful new iPods. Which one are you hoping for?
Commenting on this Blog entry will be automatically closed on November 6, 2012.
- Ivan's blog
- Log in to post comments
I'm hoping they get that anti-glare technology perfected before I have to buy another computer or display.
But either way you know the new Macs will be totally awesome and way better than any PC with a 2-button mouse. (Just trying to keep ZM happy).
- Log in to post comments
man i will be so glad when the idiotic shiny screen thing is over. im so sick of going into sports bars and seeing as much of the parking lot behind me as the game. and not being able to work on my laptop outside because all i see is the tree above and behind me...
seriously. i cant be the only person who finds this WAY more annoying than the benefit of a little more contrast?
- Log in to post comments
I paid extra for the anti-glare display on my laptop and bought a used 30" monitor because I can't stand those reflective monitors. But supposedly Apple is working on anti-glare tech and rumors are it might be included in the next iMac. If anyone is looking for a "mistake" Apple made - that's one... they quit making the anti-glare displays.
- Log in to post comments


text:
Nichkhun Look-a-like Cast in Jang Geun Suk & YoonA's "Love Rain"
Musical actor/pianist Shin Ji Ho has been cast in currently airing KBS "Love Rain," starring Jang Geun Suk and Girls' Generation's YoonA. Well-known for resembling 2PM's Nichkhun, Shin Ji Ho has been selected to play the role of In Sung, a music student who works part-time as a pianist at the café in the same building as Seo Joon's (Jang Geun Suk) studio. In Sung is one of those characters who says everything on his mind. He's slightly cheeky, yet irresistible. He will make his grand appearance on the sixth episode, scheduled to air tomorrow night, April 10.
PD Yoon Suk Ho had the opportunity to watch Shin Ji Ho perform last year and was captivated instantly. The director remembered the young star and altered In Sung's role so that it fit with Shin Ji Ho.
Shin Ji Ho first gained recognition for his role in "Moby Dick the Musical."
Meanwhile, "Love Rain" will air its fifth episode tonight, April 9, at 9:55PM KST. Check out the video preview with subs for tonight's episode here!


text:
Pastries Around The World
Sweets, bakery, donuts what ever you call them, pastries from around the world,we all love and crave them. Doesn't matter where they come from, or who claims to be the first we just want to taste them, experience them and spoil ourselves with them.
We thought we'd highlight some of the most delicious sweeties from around the world for your pleasure.
Sometimes walking into a bakery is overwhelming – too many tasty choices.
Croissants, baguettes, macarons – France is bakery lover's paradise. Every corner has a patisserie, boulangerie with unbelievable smells wafting into the streets. It's a good thing walking is a necessity in Paris with all these tasty treats everywhere you turn.
Everyone who's been to Paris has a favorite place to buy and enjoy macarons. Whether it's Ladurée or Gérard Mulot, rest assured you will find the one you love in the City of Lights. The delightful bright colors with fruity fillings are one of our favorites.
You can't go to Germany without trying their Black Forest Cake. Be careful – many of these sweet treats are loaded with alcohol. Cherry kirsch is in the layers, the filling and sometimes even the frosting. It's tasty but it packs a mighty punch.
They used to be served at only special occasions but now schneeballen, or snowballs, can be found almost every day in Bavaria. When you taste one of these you'll know why they've been around for over 300 years. The originals had confectioner's sugar dusted on them but now they come in every flavor imaginable from cinnamon to champagne.
Italy is another place that thrills with its rich food and pastry culture. From cannoli stuffed with ricotta to the ironed pressed pizzelle to crunchy zeppole and creamy tiramisu. So many wonderful sweet treats to taste and enjoy!
The Dutch treat stroopwafel consists of two thin crispy waffles with a caramel-like filling. If you're visiting Holland, you'll often see larger versions made fresh by street vendors. They are widely available in store-bought packages as well.
Nothing says England like a great afternoon tea. Who can resist those little tea cakes, cookies, scones and sandwiches. Especially when teamed up with clotted cream and home-made jams? Not us!
The paczki might easily be described as a jelly donut, but it's so much more. These puffy fried and filled goodies, when made correctly, are among the most delicious pastries you'll find anywhere. Stuffed with delectable fruit fillings, the traditional flavors are plum and wild rose hip jam. Today you may find everything from apricot to strawberries and cream. Don't wait for Paczki Day or Fat Tuesday to try one – or more – of these flavorful gems.
The Greeks and the Turks both make wonderful pastries stuffed with pistachios or other nuts and drizzled with syrup or honey. The many layers of flakey phyllo dough saturated with honey are irresistible. Loaded with pistachios and healthy tree nuts these goodies have to be good for you, right?
Although it might not look like much this walnut baklava was the best we've ever tasted. It was made in a small Greek restaurant called The Old Greek House outside Cappadocia, Turkey. When the restaurant wasn't working, a local soap opera was filmed there. You could see the YiaYias (Grandmas) cooking in the kitchen. This was the real deal.
Mooncakes, suncakes, buns loaded with many fillings both sweet and savory, sponge cakes… So many different types of pastries to choose from in China!
The Eight Treasure rice dessert from Din Tai Fung is colorful and tasty dessert featuring red bean paste, scarlet runner beans, green papaya, kumquat, red dates, lotus seeds, longan fruit and winter melon. Though not really a pastry, it truly holds eight treasures!
It's impossible to cover all the local sweet treats in the United States, but here are a few that just have to be mentioned.
Donuts! They're everywhere in flavors well-known and loved for ages as well as many new ones. The donut wasn't decadent enough so an enterprising baker invented the Cronut, a croissant-donut hybrid. Flakey layers of sweet goodness with hole. What more do you need?
Although the beignet has origins in France it's easy to argue that if you visit New Orleans your stay is not complete without a stop at Café du Monde for beignets. These deep fried golden puffs are not satisfied until they leave their powdered sugar trail on you.
The unusual yeasts in the San Francisco air helped Boudin Bakery create their famous sourdough French bread. They still use their original starter in each and every loaf they produce.
We hope you enjoyed this glimpse of pastries around the world. We know there's plenty more so let us know your favorites in the comments below.
THE QUICK BITE: Pastries around the world, from French croissants to Chinese buns, make the world a sweeter place. Feast your eyes on some of the tastiest bites around the globe.


text:
Kudos to Jeff and Karen Lazzaro for trying to do something to clear our streets of cigarette butts ["ButtBusters: A Litter Bit at a Time," Xpress, Jan. 30]. Being in the local transportation business, I spend the majority of my time transporting visitors around our community. With all the litter along the interstate, the drive in from the airport is unsightly enough, and I always hope our visitors don't notice.
However, our major intersections are atrocious. Check out the amount of cigarette butts at the off ramp at Charlotte Street sometime. It's horrible! Both of my parents were heavy smokers and I never once saw them throw a cigarette out of the car. Never.
So, I have several suggestions regarding this issue—and no, quitting smoking is not one of them. (Frankly I don't care; that's a personal decision.) But people can do these things: First, have some pride in your community—don't litter. Secondly, if you see someone toss a cigarette from a car, report them to the Swat-A-Litterbug campaign at www.NCDOT.org. Lastly, to you smokers: Keep your butts in the car! If for no other reason, think about this. We are in the midst of a prolonged drought, and we live in a forest!
— Tommy Hewitt


text:
Hon Hai's Profit Rises On Strong iPhone Sales
Hon Hai Precision Industry, the main assembler of Apple's devices, reported a rise in quarterly earnings attributed to record iPhone sales.
The company 30 percent increase in net income to NT$68.8 billion ($2.3 billion) in the three months ended December.
Hon Hai derives about half its sales from Apple, which shipped 78.3 million iPhones during the December quarter, despite its latest device representing a modest update on its predecessor. Apple will also release its 10th anniversary iPhone latert this year.
Hon Hai's strong results were also attributed to the turnaround of Sharp's financial figures, which last month reported its first quarterly profit in over two years. Hon Hai owns a high stake in Sharp.
The next iPhone is anticipated to have a sharper, power-efficient organic light-emitting diode screen; glass casing; wireless charging; a second front-facing camera; and enhanced waterproofing, according to analysts.


text:
"Planet ISKCON" - 58 new articles
ISKCON News.com: Spiritual Care Tour to Bhaktivedanta Hospital
Dandavats.com: Srila Prabhupada and the Gita
By Giriraj Swami
On Gita Jayanti, the day of the advent of the Bhagavad-gita, spoken by Lord Krishna to Arjuna, I reflected on Srila Prabhupada and how he addressed members of the Gita Pratishthan (Gita Foundation) in India, in 1976. The way Srila Prabhupada dealt with the conference was exemplary--and extraordinary--as I shall relate
H.H. Bhakticharu Swami: Seminar On Brahmacarya : Part Three
Transcription and Editing : Vinod-Bihari Dasa Today we are concluding our seminar on brahmacarya. We will conclude with Lord Rsabadeva's teachings to His sons described in the fifth Chapter of the fifth Canto. We will read the first verse of that chapter together. "Lord Rsabadeva told His sons: My dear boys, of all the living [...]
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.24.19 Sin Authorities
SB 03.24.19 Sin Authorities 2003-11-07 Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.24.19 Sin Authorities 2003-11-07 Los Angeles
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.40-41 Above Good Ghost Eyes
SB 03.20.40-41 Above Good Ghost Eyes 2004-05 Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.40-41 Above Good Ghost Eyes 2004-05 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.38 Role Playing Spirit
SB 03.20.38 Role Playing Spirit 2004-05 Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.38 Role Playing Spirit 2004-05 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.34 I Am The Best Back Scratcher
SB 03.20.34 I Am The Best Back Scratcher 2004-05 Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.34 I Am The Best Back Scratcher 2004-05 Radhadesh
ISKCON Melbourne, AU: Today's Darsana
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.29 Put Your Hand In The Fan
SB 03.20.29 Put Your Hand In The Fan 2004-05 Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.29 Put Your Hand In The Fan 2004-05 Radhadesh
ISKCON Toronto, Canada: Next Live Broadcast - Saturday at 7:30am EST
Our next live broadcast with Vaisesika das will be on Saturday, December 18th at 7:30am for morning class. Please tune in at that time and enjoy an amazing class by our special guest!
Saturday's class will be entitled "Intergalactic Travel – Finding the Right Commander (The Real Guru)". We will try to have a chat window for all online viewers to ask questions during the class. Hare Krishna!
Bhakta Chuck, CT, USA: Friday Night Oxen #35
Hello Everyone,
night of the oxen
I wish you peace, in service to the Oxen,
Hare Kṛṣṇa Hare Kṛṣṇa Kṛṣṇa Kṛṣṇa Hare Hare
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1967 December 17: "I think Krishna has brought me again in your country for the purpose of training you perfectly. Without education we cannot preach because a preacher has to meet many kinds of opposite elements."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1968 December 17: "So far the Indian population is concerned, everyone is Krishna's part and parcel and we will pick up any person who is interested in going back to home, back to Godhead. I think that the Canadian people will be especially suitable for our membership."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1972 December 17: "I am shocked to hear that. That is most disturbing to me. But I know that all big leaders are falling victim to sex-life. Now you have no power to instruct. One who is not following himself, how he can instruct others?"
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1974 December 17: "Regarding your proposal for preparing a film on the life and precepts of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, I am ready to help with my men and I shall be glad to give direction but it is not possible for me to help financially."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1974 December 17: "Now you are old, 60 years old, better retire from all enterprising activities and devote yourself fully for developing Krishna Consciousness. You can live with us anywhere in the world. That will not cost you at all."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1975 December 17: "Lord Caitanya personally traveled all over India for six years. When he met big scholars he spoke philosophy, otherwise for the mass of people, kirtana and prasadam distribution. So continue this program, it is very pleasing to Lord Caitanya."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1975 December 17: "A modern scientist believes there was no civilization before 3,000 years, our Bhagavatam was spoken by Sukadeva 5,000 years ago. There are so many contradictory things. We have our authority and they have their authority."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1975 December 17: "Produce your own food grain, milk and vegetables, eat as much as absolutely necessary, but don't eat more. If there is time left over you can divert your attention but do not waste your time in any other thing except Devotional service."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1967 December 16: "When I left your country I had very little hope to come back again. But Krishna informed me that I'm not going to die immediately; therefore, I have come back again to get inspiration of Krishna Consciousness from you all good souls."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1967 December 16: "A Krishna Conscious person is never tired of working. This is the test of how one is advancing in Krishna Consciousness. Nobody becomes tired but wants to work more and more."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1967 December 16: "There are only three persons there but each of you can work for 300 persons, so it is not the numerical strength that works, but it is Krishna Consciousness that works."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1967 December 16: "Once a center opens it cannot be closed. I have given you a business idea namely manufacturing incense locally. Once you are successful in this you will get money more than your expectation and spend it for Krishna's service."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1967 December 16: "Krishna did not allow you to do something that was not His plan. Krishna wanted that you must be engaged in organizing nice center. Jayananda is unique devotee. He paid you sincerely and therefore you found out a good place."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1974 December 16: "I am very happy to hear of the large number of new devotees you are recruiting. That is the real fruit of our preaching work, when people come and join and help us to spread this Krsna Consciousness movement."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1974 December 16: "The GBC meeting to be held in Mayapur will be held in my presence. As far as your proposals are concerned we shall discuss. If the GBC men can ever manage properly then I shall get some time for writing my books."
Srila Prabhupada's Letters
1974 December 16: "We must make broader constitution of the management by GBC. But our GBC men are falling victim to maya. Unless this problem is solved whatever we may resolve it will not be very useful."
Japa Group: Japa Poem
Books are the basis.
From Bhajan Kutir #165
3D Temple Project, Cyberspace: TempleProject.org Flyer!
Greatings, again! If you'd like to get your hands dirty in getting the message out there to the world, I've made a small flyer which you can print out and distribute, or put on your local Temple notice boards. :) It's around 8MB.
Bharatavarsa.net: Bhakti Vikasa Swami: Lord Rama's worship of Lord Shiva
(A common contention is that Lord Rama worshiped Lord Siva, and that this shows that Siva is superior to Rama. Some quotes from Srila Prabhupada, relevant to this topic, are given below.)
Giriraja: At one of the programs, somebody raised the question that we cited that Lord Siva is worshiping Krsna, that he is a Vaisnava. So that person replied that Lord Rama also worshiped Siva. So he wanted to know the explanation. Lokanatha: You explained yesterday. Prabhupada: Sometimes Krsna is chastised by mother Yasoda. So how is that? The Supreme Personality of Godhead is being chastised by mother Yasoda? Giriraja: He likes to be chastised. It's part of the relationship. Prabhupada: Similarly, He likes to worship His devotee. Sometimes the father takes the child on his shoulder. Does it mean the child is more important than the father? They say the Valmiki Ramayana, there is no such incidence as Ramacandra worships Siva. It is later on, interpretation. But even if He does so, what is the wrong here? Harikesa: That later-on Ramayana has caused some havoc. Prabhupada: Hm? Harikesa: That later-on interpretation? Prabhupada: Yes, the Saivaites, they want to make Lord Siva the exalted Supreme Person. In South India there is good propaganda. That is always going on. Lokanatha: When Lord Siva says in Puranas that mukti-pradapah sarvesam visnu... (sic) Prabhupada: Hm? Lokanatha: Purana, the same Lord Siva says there is no other liberated besides Visnu. Devotee: ...engagement, one devotee commented that the reason that Lord Rama worshiped Lord Siva was because He wanted to kill Ravana and Ravana was a devotee of Siva, so Lord Rama worshiped Siva in that respect. Prabhupada: Hm? What is that? Harikesa: He said that because Lord Siva was, ah, excuse me, Ravana was a devotee of Lord Siva, that in order that Lord Ramacandra could kill Ravana, He worshiped Siva. Kirtanananda: He wanted to take permission of him, so they say. Rama wanted to take permission from Siva... Prabhupada: So Siva is so rascal that he gave permission? That means they are trying to prove Siva is a rascal. (devotees laugh) Because he gave permission to kill his devotee. Then what is the use of his, of one becoming Siva's devotee? If such a rascal that one can take his permission to kill his devotee, so what is the use of becoming a devotee of such a rascal? Huh? Harikesa: He protected Banasura. Prabhupada: Huh? What is that? That means that proving that Siva is a rascal. He gave permission to kill his devotee. Then what is the use? Then nobody should become Siva's devotee. That is the conclusion. Because he gives permission to somebody else to kill his devotee. They are trying to prove Lord Siva is a rascal. What do you think? Huh? If I want your permission, please give me your permission, I shall kill your son, and if you say, "Yes, I give my permission," then are you not a rascal? By this example they are making Lord Siva a rascal, that he has no common sense even. Indian man: (Hindi) Prabhupada: No, if this proposition is there, that Lord Siva gives permission for killing his devotee, then who will become his devotee? Huh? Is it not? Indian man: Yes. Prabhupada: No sane man will become his devotee. All the manufactured foolish statements, just see. Any commonsense man will immediately say, "Then Siva is a rascal; he cannot give protection to his devotee." What do you think? Huh? Kirtanananda: Of course, Srila Prabhupada, does one have to give protection to their devotee if they break the law? Just like if you have a child, and he murders someone, isn't he supposed to be punished? So if someone goes against the Supreme Personality of Godhead, even if you are a devotee, shouldn't Siva concur? Prabhupada: No, no. That is another thing. This proposal, that because Lord Ramacandra approached Lord Siva to kill Ravana, and he gave permission, although Ravana was his great devotee. Then what is the use of becoming devotee of Lord Siva? He gives permission. Huh? Is that very reasonable proposal? If I ask your permission that I shall kill your son, will you give permission? No. Then? So Lord Siva gives permission to Lord Ramacandra, "Yes, You can kill Ravana," then what is the use of becoming his devotee? Harikesa: I think Dr. Patel would say that it's not fair, you have fired the opposition. Prabhupada: Eh? Harikesa: It's not fair. You have completely destroyed the opposition. (Prabhupada laughs) There is no question of fight. Prabhupada: The actual fact is that Lord Siva did not give permission, but he did not go to protect Ravana, because he knew that it was impossible to give him protection. That is summarized in Bengali, rakhe krsna mare ke, mare krsna rakhe ke. If Krsna kills somebody, wants to kill somebody, nobody can give him protection. That is the conclusion.
>>> Ref. VedaBase => Morning Walk -- December 23, 1975, Bombay
Devotee (6): Srila Prabhupada, I was asked a question by a man. He asked that Lord Siva... Lord Ramacandra was praying to Lord Siva in the Ramayana, and so he's taking Lord Siva as being God. And we didn't have a clear answer to him. Prabhupada: Hm? Devotee (6): Could you just instruct us on this matter, why... Prabhupada: Lord Ramacandra worshiped His devotees. Just like sometimes Krsna worships Radharani and touched His feet..., Her feet. That does not mean that Krsna... Just like Krsna was tolerating ear pulling by mother Yasoda. That does not mean that mother Yasoda is the Supreme. Hm? Krsna was carrying the wooden shoes of Nanda Maharaja. So that does not mean Nanda Maharaja is greater than Krsna. It is Krsna's pleasure. Just like sometimes a father takes the son on the shoulder, carries. Does it mean the father is inferior than the son? So this is third-class man's conclusion. They do not know what is Krsna, what is Rama. Krsna says that aham adir hi devanam [Bg 10.2]. So He is the origin of Lord Siva. So how Siva can be the Supreme? We have to consult sastra. Krsna does not say that Siva is Supreme. So if a third-class man says Siva is Supreme, we have to accept it? We are preaching Krsna consciousness. Whatever Krsna says, that is Supreme, not a third-class man's version. Is it clear? Yes. We should not take a third-class, fourth-class man's version. We should take from the sastra.
>>> Ref. VedaBase => Morning Walk -- October 5, 1975, Mauritius
The demon Ravana was a fierce figure before the demigods, but when he was before Lord Ramacandra he trembled and prayed to his deity, Lord Siva, but to no avail.
>>> Ref. VedaBase => SB 3.18.13
The demon Ravana was very powerful, but when Krsna in the form of Lord Ramacandra desired to kill him, no one could protect him. Ravana was a great devotee of Lord Siva and was praying to Lord Siva, "Please come save me from this danger." But Lord Siva did not come. Then Parvati, Lord Siva's wife, asked Lord Siva, "What is this? He is such a great devotee and has served you so much, and now he is in danger and is asking your help. Why are you not going to help him?" Then Lord Siva replied, "My dear Parvati, what shall I do? I cannot give him protection. It is not possible. Why shall I go?"
>>> Ref. VedaBase => TQK 7: Dangerous Encounters
Lord Rama, the Personality of Godhead Himself, sometimes worshiped Lord Siva.
>>> Ref. VedaBase => SB 4.24.30
Lord Ramacandra, whose lotus feet are worshiped by Lord Brahma and Lord Siva, had assumed the form of a human being.
>>> Ref. VedaBase => SB 9.10.12
"[Lord Siva addressed his wife, Durga:] 'O Varanana, I chant the holy name of Rama, Rama, Rama and thus enjoy this beautiful sound. This holy name of Ramacandra is equal to one thousand holy names of Lord Visnu.'
>>> Ref. VedaBase => Madhya 9.32
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.25 The Super Watch Maker
SB 03.20.25 The Super Watch Maker 2004-04
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.25 The Super Watch Maker 2004-04 Radhadesh (evolution)
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.21-22 Brahma's Pigeon Problems
SB 03.20.21-22 Brahma's Pigeon Problems 2004-05-25
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.21-22 Brahma's Pigeon Problems 2004-05-25
Kurma dasa, AU: Kurma's Christmas Fruit Cake
Helena from Belfast wrote and asked whether I have a good Christmas fruit cake recipe.
I sure do. Here is an absolute beauty, published in my very first cookbook 'Great Vegetarian Dishes'. It was originally given to me by Hari Bhakti Dasi who got it from her mother. The secret of its moist texture, without any eggs, is the mashed pumpkin or potato. Try it - you won't be disappointed.
Fruit Cake
This traditional fruitcake is ideal for weddings, birthdays, or any special occasion requiring a luscious, rich cake. It can be kept for several weeks after baking.
PREPARATION AND COOKING TIME: 2 1/4 - 2 3/4 hours, YIELD: one 20 cm (8-inch) round or square cake,
1 cup smoothly mashed pumpkin or potato, 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1 cup self-raising flour, 1 cup plain flour, 450g mixed dried fruit, 1 cup sugar, 225g butter, 1 tablespoon golden syrup or dark corn syrup, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda, 2 tablespoons yogurt.
Line the base of a 20 cm (8-inch) cake tin with greaseproof paper. Dip a pastry brush in melted butter and brush the sides of the tin to give an even shine.
Sift both flours into a large bowl and set aside.
Combine the fruit, sugar, butter, syrup, and water in a heavy 4-litre/quart saucepan. Heat slowly over low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Raise the heat and allow the mixture to boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat, mix in the bicarbonate of soda, and set aside to cool.
When the mixture has cooled to room temperature, fold in the yogurt and mashed potato or pumpkin. Beat the mixture until smooth.
Gently fold in the flour mixture with the fruit mixture, combining carefully.
Spoon the combined mixture into the prepared cake tin. Smooth out the mixture. Cover the tin with aluminium foil (or brown paper secured with string) and bake in a moderate oven 180°C/355°F for 1 1/2 - 2 hours. The cake can be uncovered for the last 1/2 hour of the cooking. To test whether the cake is done, insert a skewer through the centre of the cake. The cake is cooked if the skewer comes out clean. If the cake is done, remove it from the oven, allowing it to cool in the tin. (This will stop the cake from breaking).
When the cake is cool, carefully remove it from the tin and peel off the greaseproof paper. Now the cake is ready for icing, if desired.
H.H. Satsvarupa das Goswami: From "Harinama Cintamani"
"Criticizing the Vedic Scriptures:
"The Vedas are the only evidence:
"Srila Haridasa Thakura said, "My Lord! To criticize the Vedic literature and other literatures in pursuance of the Vedic version is a serious offense that denies a person the ecstasy of pure devotion.
"The sruti-sastra (the Vedic literature), which includes the Upanisads, the Puranas and other corollary scriptures, has emanated from the Supreme Lord Krishna's own lips. This literature establishes and proves the spiritual truth. It contains transcendental knowledge that is understood beyond the range of the material senses, and this knowledge is understood by Lord Krishna's grace alone. The senses are capable of experiencing only material objects; transcendence lies beyond their bounds. The science of Krishna consciousness is completely spiritual; hence it is transcendental. That knowledge of transcendence has been mercifully given by Lord Krishna in the Vedic literature for the ultimate benediction of humanity. The word veda actually refers to the spiritual knowledge as it is received in the proper authorized disciplic succession, or parampara.
"Human beings are born with four natural faults: they commit errors, they are subject to illusion, they have the propensity to cheat, and they have imperfect senses. Everything they do is tainted by these faults. Vedic literature is free from any mistakes or discrepancies; it is the only means to spiritual salvation. The transcendental Vedic knowledge was revealed by Lord Krishna and was afterward compiled by the sages. The sages received this knowledge in samadhi, or in total spiritual absorption."
We are so fortunate to have Prabhupada's books. At an advanced age he undertook the herculean task of translating Bhagavad-gita into English and then began translating the cantos of Srimad-Bhagavatam, with full purports. He knew that he would need such substantial proof in order to carry out his spiritual master's mission to preach to the Western-speaking countries. Now, many years later, Prabhupada's books are present in many university and public libraries and millions of people's homes. They are taken as absolute knowledge and are read with great interest by the practitioners. Every day we should read something from these books to keep our senses enlivened and to keep our faith strong.
Books are the basis.
H.H. Satsvarupa das Goswami: 3:30 P.M. December 16th
I didn't write my poem
Krishna is God.
Krishna is the anxiety of packing
Krishna is not going to be explicit
Krishna is the section I have largely memorized
Just why Vyasa did not remember directly
He realized what was lacking at the exact
Vyasa knew what to do,
But most people don't know how to value it.
Just remember the points you read and
It will come out all right I think
Suta is telling the stor,y and he starts out
H.H. Satsvarupa das Goswami: Philadelphia, Moscow and the Year-end Press Report
Soon we will leave for Philadelphia. We will stay in a hotel because it is too crowded in Haryasva's quarters. Baladeva is encouraging me to rest so that I will have energy and not make a groggy presentation at the Vyasa-puja. Have pepper, as in Art Pepper. There is snow on the ground. The children were throwing powdery snowballs at each other while waiting for the bus. What is it like to be an eight- or twelve-year-old waiting for the yellow school bus and a day of lessons and play? I got a small stack of email letters. We'll answer them later in the day, or maybe another day. I haven't written a poem yet today. Today I am speaking on visual Skype with some devotees from Russia. Some of them don't speak English. Krishna is the emperor of all the wealth. I recite with my small faith. He can dress in cloths in warm weather, and He will be comfortable. But it doesn't affect Him. It's just for our mental attitude that we may think, "Oh, it is freezing. Krishna should wear a knit hat and a heavy wool chadar and something around His waist." But we don't overdo it because we keep it in mind that Krishna and Radharani don't need big furry clothes. They stay indoors, and it is about 68° F [20° C] here. They have Their own love to keep Them warm. What do we care if icicles form? They are yugala-kishora.
I just spoke on the Skype to devotees in Moscow. It was wonderful. There are a very few devotees in Russia who for many years have been working hard to translate, print and distribute my books. One of the leading devotees was Himavati dasi, my initiated disciple, who passed away last year in a car accident. She was a great loss to my preaching. The leaders now are one disciple named Isana dasi and her husband Alexy, who work together to do all the aspects of book production. In the year from the December 2009 to December 2010 they sold 35,000 books.
It was so nice and heart-touching to see and talk with the devotees gathered in the room. I said, "Are you in Vrndavana?" They all laughed loudly. "No, we are in Moscow!" I asked if Moscow was like Vrndavana and they said, "Yes." I told the story of Prabhupada's visit to Moscow from Srila Prabhupada Lilamrta. One woman spoke up and said she was seven years old and standing on a queue at the Lenin mausoleum when Prabhupada was there. She said he looked very old. Everyone on the line turned and looked at him, and she did too. She remembers it. She is now a disciple of Indradyumna Swami. How wonderful! I was thrilled to hear it. One girl said she was thankful that I "charged" her by appearing on Skype. I said, "You have charged me." No, she insisted, "You have charged me." They asked me if I would be going to India soon. I said I get headaches, and it's hard for me to travel. I said I wouldn't be going to India in 2011, but maybe after that. I completely surprised myself by saying that, but they so inspired me I wanted to say that I wanted to be with them sometime in the future. The marriage of Alexy and Isana is a great blessing on me. Alexy wished me good health and long life, "but most of all, Isana and I wish you (and often pray that you will attain) the ocean of the nectar of the holy name." Who could wish for such better disciples?
Here is a letter I received from Caitanya Candradoya, who is visiting me in New York. "This year in GN Press we saw some improvements. Of course it would be nice to see some more committed, even part-time distributors, but we have made some first steps and four books were printed this year: Soul Eyes, Japa Transformations (hard- and soft-bound), and just now a second volume of My Dear Lord Krishna: A Handbook of Prayers, and also 108 Japa Poems. Of course, we published your journal every day without fail, which is a large paperback every week, effectively. I know we cannot beat sales in Russia, where GN Press sold 1600 books in two months for the Vaisnava festivals, but we have distributed quite a few Japa Transformations. Your good friend Suresvara Prabhu had distributed rather a few copies, Lilavatara and Syama-gopa-rupa did so well, and we sold quite a few at Bhaktivedanta Manor and the Bhaktivedanta Library services at Radhadesh, Europe. Maybe some of your other disciples should be encouraged to get a dozen or so books to sell or give as gifts to devotee friends.
"GN Press has also started putting your books in Kindle Amazon format, over 40 titles of your current and back print are available in Kindle's store, (which sells more than all Amazon.com shop in paper format, and Amazon has about an 80% share of the online market. For this December to date we have sold 35 books, not much but it should increase as we add more books to your collection. You have a personal-author page on Amazon and over 164 volumes are listed there, most are available. All your published EJW volumes are available there, and also in the Kindle format. Just to mention that a majority of your books are available in Google books, are searchable and downloadable in e-book format from the sdgonline.org home page and also from this week's searchable and all the libraries that use Google books in cataloging, majority I was told."
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.20.18 Cycles Of Ignorance
SB 03.20.18 Cycles Of Ignorance 2004-05-24
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.20.18 Cycles Of Ignorance 2004-05-24 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.19.38 Krishna Gives You What You Actually Need
SB 03.19.38 Krishna Gives You What You Actually Need 2004-04-25
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.19.38 Krishna Gives You What You Actually Need 2004-04-25 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.19.35-36 No Appreciation Only Exploitation
SB 03.19.35-36 No Appreciation Only Exploitation 2004-04-23
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.19.35-36 No Appreciation Only Exploitation 2004-04-23 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.19.34 All Bestowed By Me
SB 03.19.34 All Bestowed By Me 2004-04-21
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.19.34 All Bestowed By Me 2004-04-21 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.19.33 Servant Of Krishna, Everything
SB 03.19.33 Servant Of Krishna, Everything 2004-04-20
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.19.33 Servant Of Krishna, Everything 2004-04-20 Radhadesh
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 3.19.15 All Good Krishna
SB 03.19.15_All Good Krishna_2004-04
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.19.15 All Good Krishna 2004-04 Radhadesh (Astrology)
H.H. Prahladananda Swami: Lecture – SB 03.19.14 Civilization: I Am Alive, I am Good. You are Dead, You are Bad
SB 03.19.14_Civilization: I Am Alive, I am Good. You are Dead, You are Bad_2004-04
Lecture – Srimad Bhagavatam 3.19.14 Civilization: I Am Alive, I am Good. You are Dead, You are Bad 2004-04 Radhadesh
Rupa Madhurya das, TX, USA: Surya Summer Tour - Mridanga Drum Presentation - 1/2
After a brief introduction by Kish, the boys from The Surya Summer Tour performed a Mridanga Drum presentation while visiting the Dallas temple.
Dallas, TX
ISKCON Toronto, Canada: Gita Jayanti Celebrated at ISKCON Toronto
It was a simple and sweet festival at the temple on Thursday, December 16th as spiritualists gathered to honour the advent of the Bhagavad-gita. Over five thousand years ago, Lord Krishna spoke the Bhagavad-gita to Arjuna, discussing the fundamental principles of life.
The Gita lucidly explains the nature of consciousness, the self and the universe. It contains both the essence of India's spiritual wisdom and the answers to questions that have been posed by philosophers for centuries.
An intimate setting was created and over a three hour span, the Sanksrit verses of the Gita were collectively read by the assembled group. Sometimes, the simplest festivals can be the sweetest!
ISKCON News.com: An Opportunity for Devotee Videographers
ISKCON News.com: Countdown to Kulimela Australia
ISKCON News.com: A Tale Of Two Herds
ISKCON News.com: Sri Mayapur International School Sports Day
ISKCON News.com: Serbian Krishna Devotee Wins In The European Court of Human Rights
H.H. Sivarama Swami: Questions on skype about the duties of the spiritual master, how one is initiated, does one need to be initiated and the chances of become a great devotee like Prahlada
H.H. Sivarama Swami: Madri dasi asks whether today is really Gita-jayanti as Bhismadeva died at the end of Kartika
B. Adrian asks how to continue advancing even in face of bad experiences in ISKCON and Bn. Ildiko wants to know why Krsna created dinosaurs?
David Haslam, UK: The loss of (ILF) and funding for the homeless
It is always better keeping away from mundane politics but whilst the focus has been on the increase in student fees the UK government has managed with little opposition to get rid of a life-line for many disabled people that being the Independent Living Fund (ILF). This enables those who normally cannot access services/social events [...]
David Haslam, UK: Imminent Break Failure
The other week the engine management light came on in the care and there was an acute loss of power reducing it to a near crawl; making a call to a friend who runs a garage I made my way wondering how much it will cost and what the fault was. Explaining that it is [...]
ISKCON Toronto, Canada: Get Ready for a "Whirlwind Visit" by Vaisesika das!
There is always a special buzz in the air when Toronto's vibrant Hare Krishna community welcomes back our dear friend, Vaisesika das back to our temple. A disciple of Srila Prabhupada, and a mentor to so many of us in Toronto and around the world, we are always looking forward to his visits. From inspiring classes and hitting the streets with spiritual books, to the rip-roaring kirtans, Vaisesika das keeps us all on our spiritual toes!
We are excited to announce some of the programs and events that you and your family are welcome to take part in:
Srimad Bhagavatam Classes - Four-Part Workshop
Fri. December 17th to Mon. December 20th
7:45am to 9:00am (Followed by Breakfast)
Theme - Sadhna Bhakti – A Journey from Matter to Spirit
Fri - "Checkpoint – Where Am I Now?"
Sat - "Intergalactic Travel – Finding the Right Commander (The Real Guru)"
Sun - "Propelling Through - Flushing the Internal Systems (Overcoming Obstacles)"
Mon - "The Ultimate Encounter – Where Every Word is a Song, Every Step is a Dance (Spiritual World)"
Through a series of exclusively picked mantras from Srimad Bhagvatam, the text which is considered to be the ripened fruit of spiritual knowledge, Vaisesika Dasa will explain the process of 'Sadhana Bhakti' that can carry us from material to spiritual existence while still in this body. As an added bonus, Vaisesika Dasa has encouraged attendees to prepare questions in advance and send them to him! Click here to email your questions.
Sankirtan - Hitting the Streets with Spiritual Knowledge
Saturday, December 18th - (times to be posted)
All devotees are welcome to join Vaisesika das as we collectively hit the streets with our beloved spiritual books with the goal of sharing our beautiful spiritual heritage with the public. Stay tuned for more information!
A Night of Kirtan with Vaisesika das
Saturday, December 18th - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
You won't want to miss this opportunity to dive deeper into melodious kirtan with Vaisesika das. We will explore some of the beautiful chants of our Vaisnava tradition and the mood will be certainly be sweet. Join us for what will surely be a very special evening!
Sunday Feast with Vaisesika das
Sunday, December 19th - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Our weekly Sunday extravaganza will include a special class by Vaisesika das. Toss in some amazing kirtan and mouth-watering vegetarian feast and your Sunday should be booked!
Japa Group: Please Join The Japa Group
Please share your realisations with other devotees from around the world...simply send me an introduction email and I will be happy to make you a member:
Gouranga TV: Bada Hari Dasa kirtana
H.H. Sivarama Swami
Life is for the glorification of topics on Hari. If that is stopped, then what need is there to carry on life.
- Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura
More Recent Articles
|Your requested content delivery powered by FeedBlitz, LLC, 9 Thoreau Way, Sudbury, MA 01776, USA. +1.978.776.9498


text:
Pandora's Other Box
Pandora's Other Box
Various Dimensions.
Box Closed: 32x24x37cm
Wood, Aluminium, Newspaper, Ceramic
This Geomancy Box was being made as the severity of the International Banking Crisis was just becoming apparent. It is lined with newspaper cuttings from that moment.
Could this device predict or maybe create such self inflicted human catastrophes?
Be very careful how you configure the elements.


text:
An exploration of the Golden Age of Comics, through the lens of Hideouts & Hoodlums, the comic book roleplaying game.
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Marvel Comics #1
The Human Torch story that starts this issue is the inspiration for the android race. The special abilities of the android race emulate the ability to burst into flame, shoot flame, and take off into the air on a fiery jet -- though all these can be disguised through flavor text (like turning "Fiery Jet" into spring-loaded feet). Androids are H&H's verion of dwarves.
That The Human Torch is of the superhero class is evident by how much wrecking he does in this story (as if wrecking trucks, if not tanks). He's encased in a 10' cube of cement and busts out, he melts bars (as if wrecking doors). He sets a warehouse and a regular house on fire (automatic, if around combustibles). He melts three doors, a truck, and the roof of a building (treat as a car). The amount of wrecking suggests to me that The Torch has three brevet ranks right here, despite being first level.
Other than wrecking, The Torch seems to demonstrate Fly I and possibly Nigh-Invulnerable Skin. At one point he badly scalds the mobsters who fled from him into a swimming pool by boiling the water -- I don't have a power yet for that one. Heat Water?
Sardo (that's an Italian name, apparently, though it always seemed science fiction-y to me), the villain in this piece, has a wealth of trophy items at his disposal -- he has a diving suit, a glass tube large enough to contain full-grown man, a gas mask, a gas bomb, a tank of liquid nitrogen, a tube of nitro gas, and a tank of sulfuric acid.
Likewise, The Sub-Mariner is the first merman hero in comics, and the inspiration for the merman race. Being able to breathe underwater was a given. We may or may not see faster swimming in this story. Later stories establish that mermen are weaker out of water, hence the wrecking things penalty out of water. And as for the magic resistance...it doesn't really emulate Namor at all, but mermen are H&H's version of elves, and I figured it helped round out the race and maybe would make it a more appealing choice to play.
Speaking of swimming faster, at one point Namor and Dorma travel from Antarctica to New York City in two days. That means they were traveling at, at least, 190 MPH -- way faster than I let mermen swim. That means they were either boosting their speed with a power, like Outrun Train, or -- even more likely, were using some sort of underwater vehicle we didn't see.
Wrecking wise, Namor crushes a diving helmet (wrecks as machine?), and he jams a rudder on a huge ship (maybe treat as a generator?). Curiously, Namor uses an axe to break glass at another time -- perhaps the only so far we've seen any kind of a limitation to how often a superhero can wreck.
Power-wise, he uses a leap power (probably Leap II) to catch a plane and Extend Missile Range (at least I, possibly II) to throw a man out to sea. Not a lot, so even though Namor surprises wrecks very little, he probably also has three brevet ranks even at first level.
Lastly, it is worth noting that Namor is actually only a half-merman. H&H works under the assumption that all half-mermen have the abilities of full-blooded mermen, though in actual comic books a half-merman is apparently more powerful than a full-blooded merman (this discrepancy could just be from Namor being higher in level too).
Both The Torch and The Sub-Mariner are also killers, or at least we know for sure that Namor is and The Torch very probably killed some people. They are Chaotic in Alignment.
The Angel also debuts in this issue. In many ways The Angel is typical of the Mysteryman tropes, particularly with how criminals fear him by reputation. For the most part, The Angel could even just be a Fighter, as he solves almost every problem with fists. But there is one instance where he leaps from the roof of a courthouse and lands safely. We never actually see the courthouse; we're just told this. So, maybe this courthouse has a really low roof, keeping The Angel from taking falling damage. Or maybe The Angel has unusually high hit points for a low-level Hero (high Constitution score?) and just absorbed the damage. Or maybe The Angel has a leap power and is actually a superhero? I'll watch for more evidence in future installments.
In the one-shot "Jungle Terror", the story's macguffin is a lost diamond in the Amazon and the apparently false rumor that the diamond can "enslave people". Rumors are good -- they get Heroes to go do things, and you only have to pay out on the rumors half the time! The twist in this story is that, instead of one diamond with special powers, our heroes find lots of ordinary diamonds. However, the Editor wisely doesn't give them time to collect them all, throwing endless waves of natives at them so they'll just snatch a few and run.
Lastly, I reviewed this issue on one of my Scottenkainenland blog.
(Issue read in Marvel Masterworks: Marvel Comics v. 1.)
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Note: Windows XP End of Support -- What you need to know (PDF)
- Date: Apr 12, 2004
- Version:
- Size: 4.9 MB
- Format: EXE
Phaser 6100 Windows 2000 / XP / 03 Driver
DescriptionEnglish Windows 2000/XP/03 driver files for the Xerox Phaser 6100 color printer. This Windows printer driver is only recommended when the printer has firmware controller version 1.05 or higher.
- Other Drivers
Note: It is highly recommended to consult with your Network or System Administrator before performing any software (firmware) update. Some updates may cause the machine to become non-compliant and cease to work as intended with the environment in which it is installed.
- Date: Sep 27, 2004
- Version:
- Size: 2 MB
- Format: EXE
Phaser 6100 Printer Firmware Ver 1.05DescriptionThis printer firmware addresses high altitude print quality problems, low temperature messages from the fuser when custom page sizes are used extensively, and intermittent jam at C messages. Read the ReadMe file for printer firmware upgrade instructions. It is best to use this firmware with the Windows driver version 1.77.09 or higher.
Utilities & Applications
- Date: May 29, 2007
- Version:
- Size: 105.5 KB
- Format: EXE
Xerox File Downloader UtilityDescriptionXerox utility for downloading PostScript files or PostScript fonts to PostScript printers over any connection.
- Date: Oct 29, 2006
- Version:
- Format: WWW
Xerox CentreWare Web Device Management SoftwareDescriptionRobust, easy-to-use, Web-based tool helps increase organizational efficiency by managing and reporting on all of the networked SNMP printers and multifunction devices across the entire enterprise-regardless of manufacturer.
- Date: May 20, 2004
- Version: 4.x
- Size: 952.5 KB
- Format: EXE
PostScript Printer Description Files (PPD)DescriptionPPD files for Xerox DocuPrint and Phaser printers.


text:
Makaua Conical Basket
Artisan Organization: Makaua
Country: Mexico
Your bowl is the result of a people tied tightly to a sense of place marrying their innate creativity to nature's offerings. In the southern mountains of Mexico, this offering is palm, a resource used by the people of the region for centuries. Palm is an incredible natural fiber, flexible enough to weave into intricate designs while still durable and long-lasting.
Makaua artisans combine skills inherited from ancestors with their own individual creative visions. Don Migue, 49, is considered to be the most talented artisan in the community. He produces all Makua items and also develops new and complex designs. Largely self-taught, Don Migue's philosophy is—if it doesn't work, try again and again until it's perfect.


text:
Hi there! I'm Jennifer, owner and principal event planner here at StR Events.
I started StR Events in 2010 after planning my own wedding (so cliche!), with lots of support from my amazing husband. I worked full time while getting the business going, and now solely work for myself (with a few amazing ladies at my side)!
I love this business because I get to meet new people, make new connections and learn about relationship dynamics all the time. With corporate clients, I get to learn about businesses and their goals, and hang with them when they are celebrating or enjoying their clients and employees. With weddings, I get to spend the day with people on the happiest day of their life. I mean, really think about that. I get to make their dreams come to life, and then be there to see them soak it all in. My favorite part is giving them a hug at the end of the night, and seeing the glow of the day in their faces.
A little bit about me. I have two amazing kids and a husband (who is also our CFO) of 10 years! Cohen is 6 years old and headed to 1st grade in the fall. He's the kindest little boy, soaking up everything he can learn! Lainey is 3, going on 15 – she's smart, sassy and capable of doing anything she puts her mind to! I am well aware that I have RBF (if you know what that is, then we're on the same page – if you don't, let's leave it there), I love exploring the food and drink scenes in Columbus, I wish I worked out more, and I am generally a straight-forward kind of person.
I can't wait to meet you!
I'm Michelle Tancrede, Wedding Coordinator at StR Events. I graduated from The Ohio State University and started my career in sales and corporate planning. While I always loved the corporate world, I knew that I was missing my calling. Planning, organizing and creating are my passions, but my true inspiration comes from getting to know couples on a personal level. I love hearing their individual stories and the journey that led them to this special time in their lives. I see each wedding as a unique and fun adventure. It is exciting and an honor to be a part of making couples dreams a reality and having a great time doing it!
My husband, Adam, and I have been married for 10 years. We have been on the go and have lived in several fun cities, from Providence, RI to Chicago, IL, and a few in between. Each location gave us a variety of diverse experiences and a true appreciation for each other. We are happy to plant some roots in Upper Arlington and call it home. We have been blessed with two beautiful children that light up our lives. Our oldest, Logan, is a 5 year old little boy that makes us laugh daily. Our little girl, Ella, is a spunky 3 year old with an infectious giggle. It's amazing how life takes you through so many beautiful stages. I love that I get to help so many couples start the journey of a lifetime.
I am born and raised in Columbus, Ohio but have a serious heart for adventure…and weddings!
I've wanted to be a wedding planner since I was 12; everyone thought it was a lofty dream. Working with StR Events on weddings and planning directly with clients established the love I have for this industry.
My desire to be a wedding planner is rooted in my heart to celebrate people. I love getting to know people, learning their heart, and helping to make one day so special for them. A day where they don't have to think about anything, and can just be the center of attention for once. It is such an honor to be welcomed into a wedding day, even to play a small part.
I graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Strategic Communications.
Throughout my life, I have always loved attending events! I loved waking up and feeling the excitement of knowing I had something special to go to that day. In a sense, that's why I chose to start working in events – I get to go to someone's special day every weekend!
Being able to help execute a special event and see everything come together is so satisfying. Knowing I'm helping to create memories gives me a sense of purpose.


text:
If you work for a school board in Ontario providing central support (like I do), you should be using Adobe Connect. It lets you have virtual meetings.
This post is not to explain how to use the service. It's just to tell you that you should.
I mean it
Have you ever driven to a distant school (in our board, some are nearly 5 hours distant) for a short meeting?
Have you ever traveled to another part of the province for a series of lectures and PowerPoint presentations?
Have you ever participated in a teleconference which would have benefited from visuals?
Have you ever left a distant meeting and noted to yourself that a memo would have been equally effective (that is, not at all)?
I want you to consider learning to use Adobe Connect yourself.
Save time
Stop driving everywhere. For real. If I drove to Wawa every time I needed to demonstrate something that I could do online, I'd spend five hours in the car I didn't need to.
Save money
Stop driving everywhere. I know, I just said that. My trip to Wawa costs several hundred dollars, and I think that money is better spent elsewhere.
Do better
Teleconference is very confusing. There are no visuals, or people are trying to follow along with something they're holding. You can't talk while others are talking (chat pods are nice for this). Sharing web links is nearly impossible.
But I don't have time to learn it!
Yes you do. You just spent 7 hours driving to and from Sudbury. Instead, take two hours to practice Adobe Connect with someone in another board and you'll both be experts, for free, and you'll have 5 extra hours to spend with your family and five hundred extra dollars to bus students to a special event.
But my participants don't know how to use it!
They don't want to drive all day either. Send them a link to this post.
A note about services
Adobe Connect is not the only service out there for this kind of online collaboration; it's just licensed for use in publicly-funded Ontario schools. Google Hangouts are great, and there are a variety of other ways to connect online. Pick something, please.


text:
An excursion into certain areas of art, computers, philosophy, text, zombies, alchemy, metallurgy, music, food, creativity, pataphysics, politics, France where I worked as a cultural civil servant (yes, I do know that this is appalling), Berlin where I live and work for me, England where I come from, and so on... this may change.
Friday, March 10, 2006
Ceci n'est pas un Zombie
Once more, something done with no feeling, no thought. Take an image? Ok, that one. Do something to it? Ok. The point being that in denying all qualia, all human-like input, one might search all the harder for some semblance of humanity behind the plastic, in the underpainting, between the lines... in a corner of our brains.
To push this a little further than perhaps it ought to be: the search for a shred of humanity might on some non-trivial level be a reflection of the search for the least event, the tiny spontaneous jump, that drew a primordial distinction between "this" and "that", which created existence, time and so on; you know...
And if you have been - thanks for looking.
No comments:
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)