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The singers are gathering for rehearsal, but the topic of conversation isn't today's music.
"Did you see this week's episode? It was the 'Never Been Kissed' episode. The boys choir sang …"
They're talking about "Glee," the FOX TV show that features a fictional show choir that has performed everything from show tunes to the songs of KISS.
The program is one of the guiding forces behind LAC Voices, a new choral pop group established this fall through the Lawrence Arts Center.
Richard Walker is the group's vocal director, with Molly Gordon in charge of choreography, staging and costumes.
Walker, a former Bishop Seabury Academy choir director, says LAC Voices serves as a way for young singers to continue with a community-based group after they become too old to participate in Lawrence Children's Choir.
"One of the things I noticed was when the kids got to ninth grade, that music community ended for some of the best, enthusiastic voices in town," Walker says. "I could see for those stopping or about to stop, there was some grieving."
The group, which has its inaugural performance at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., has 15 singers — 11 girls, four boys — ages 14 to 18.
Saturday's repertoire includes choral versions of hits from such diverse acts as the Electric Light Orchestra, Regina Spektor, Queen, Wild Cherry and the Beatles.
"I take tips from 'Glee,' seeing what they're doing," Walker says. "That's where the popularity of this is coming from. (The singers') tastes are very catholic. It can be old or new, but as long as it's fun, people like it."
Indeed, the singers say hearing tight-harmony versions of pop songs on "Glee" has them excited to try the musical style out on their own.
"I'm a big fan of choral music," says Katie Gaches, a ninth-grader at Southwest Junior High School. "I love 'Glee.' I'm a Gleek."
Lily Lancaster, a junior at Free State High School, says the music sung at LAC Voices complements her school's choral experience.
"This is definitely a lot different," she says. "It's more about letting go and having fun with this, because you kind of branch out."
That was the goal for Walker, who admits with once-a-week rehearsals, the focus of LAC Voices is mostly on preparing for the performance.
"There's no point in duplicating what they're doing in the high schools," he says. "We have some of the best high school singing in the state."
Hilary Morton, choir director at Free State, says singing in groups such as LAC Voices increases her students' vocal confidence.
"LAC Voices is a much more intimate ensemble than most at the high schools, so it also enables students the opportunity to sing with their friends from the other high school, as well as with musicians that are not necessarily in their current high school vocal ensemble," she says. "It's a great opportunity for vocal advancement and bonding."
Morton says "Glee" hasn't spurred an increase in the number of singers at FSHS, but it has broadened students' musical tastes and made some more excited for choir.
"I know that kids get together and watch the show and have 'Glee' parties, which is awesome," Morton says. "I think the arrangements of songs from the '70s have introduced those standards to the new generation watching the show, which is great, but how are you going to out-sing Freddie Mercury? Overall, I think the show has done great things for audiences, and makes kids excited to sing."
Walker says he hopes LAC Voices can continue to spark that interest into the future.
"I think I managed to find something that they like," he says of the songs. "The scariest thing was having a 44-year-old's tastes and picking out music. But we find things to groove on."
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Remembering Paul Quarrington, a fixture in the CanLit scene
Earlier today marked the sad passing of Paul Quarrington, a key figure in Canada's literary scene. Most of you may have heard of him in association with his best known novels, Whale Music (which was also released as a film by the same name) and King Leary. For over three decades, Quarrington had delved into the world of novels, screenwriting, filmmaking and music. In addition to this, he played a prime role in a number of Canadian literary organisations and major events.
Since this blog is primarily related to exploring people's influences and inspirations, in essence finding out exactly what makes them tick, I set out to research Quarrington's own favourite authors. Being so heavily involved with the lit scene, it was no surprise to find that a lot of his literary influences were also acquaintances. For example, of Timothy Findley's novel, Not Wanted on the Voyage, Quarrington reviewed it as "a dazzling display of literary thaumaturgy, magic in its purest sense…". By the same token, Findley once publicly described him as "an extraordinary writer with a rare gift."
From a young age, Quarrington was also a massive fan of many different types of music. This passion wrote itself into a lot of his work, as is evident by Penthouse Magazine's review of Whale Music, describing it as "the greatest rock'n'roll novel ever written." Quarrington often cited The Beatles as well as various blues as influences. And of course he stayed true to his fellow Canadian artists too, writing that Leonard Cohen produced "the highest level of poetic craftsmanship" in his works.
Looking through his website, I was amazed by the sheer number of written and video tributes that have come pouring in from around the country. Pick up one of his books if you have a chance and join us this week in remembering Paul Quarrington.
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The certification audit takes place once the organisation is satisfied that it has implemented the requirements of ISO 27001 as intended. Here are a few tips to help you succeed on the day.
1. The certification audit can be daunting – be prepared!
Whether or not the company is prepared for certification is usually determined through an internal audit, conducted either by an appointed staff member who is also a qualified ISO 27001 internal auditor, or by seeking the assistance of an experienced internal auditor from an ISO 27001 consultancy.
ISO 27001 expert Steve Watkins explains "ISO27001 is very specific in its requirements and, to compound matters, its language is generic, so it can be hard for the uninitiated to understand precisely how it applies to them".
That's why companies often prefer using an independent third party to conduct the internal audit to ensure impartiality, like one of our clients, Carve Consulting LLP, recently did:
"Our consultant gave me good idea of what the certification audit would be like and helped us to be triple prepared", says Kate Halls from Carve.
The auditor will complete documentation assessing the risks, noting the implemented and absent controls, identifying nonconformities and recommending remediation you need to implement before the certification audit.
2. Be very selective about who you choose to partner with
If you are fortunate to have selected a good internal auditor, you will benefit from their insights and be well prepared for the certification audit.
"Our auditor was very thorough, if not more thorough than the formal audit. The feedback was very helpful and detailed", says David Perrin, Managing Director of Ascensus.
If you have opted for the consultancy route to help you implement ISO 27001, it is important to ensure that your provider will be on-hand during the certification audit in case you need any help. Your consultant should have prepped you well enough for this not to be necessary, though!
"Although IT Governance was on hand to assist with the certification audit, we were well prepared and didn't need any further assistance", says Gregory Tai-Apin, IT manager for BNETS.
3. Select an accredited certification body
It is crucial to use a certification body that is independent of the consultancy provided and accredited with the recognised accreditation bodies. UKAS is the only recognised accreditation body in the UK that can accredit certification bodies, and does so as appointed by the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).
There is a risk that you may believe you are certified (by a non-UKAS-accredited body) only to find your certificate is not recognised. The UKAS website lists certification bodies accredited to ISO 27001.
During the certification audit, the auditor will conduct a thorough assessment to establish whether the organisation's ISMS is compliant with the ISO 27001 standard and seek evidence that the organisation is following the documentation (policies, procedures, etc.) in practice.
The auditor (or auditors) will review their audit checklists and provide feedback regarding any nonconformities.
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America's Republican party members arguing, bickering, and lawsuit against 'Obama' is not doing anything for American Citizens or our the United States!
America has elected "Childish Governmental Leaders," who are putting millions of American citizens lives in danger, Republicans are doing nothing to move United States forward! How in the world can you focus on anything if your continually arguing and bickering, back and forth with your co-workers. Tempers have flared, and one wants to take down the other by any means necessary! How can anything get 'accomplished' or 'resolved' if tempers are always flaring.
Republicans purpose to do their "Job" accurately has now become a personal vindictive battle! Which is not good for American Citizens.Many of these "Professional grown men and women" hold 'Ivy League' college degrees and are acting like children, due to the fact they can't get there own way! Any, professional responsible adult with "Common Sense" knows that there must be 'Compromise' in any business situation, transaction or relationship! Many should now see, that it doesn't matter where you went to college or what prior professional position you've held, people can still act irresponsibly like a child and throw temper tantrums, and do ferocious things to others just to prove a point to get their way! America this is exactly what's occurring in our United States Government, should we really trust people like this running our Government? How are these type of actions good for anyone?
Suing the "President of the United States" is a very childish action, republicans are not considering the damage this is doing, or thinking about the best interest of the American people, the World or America! They are only thinking of their own personal agenda's to go against everything the "President' is trying to implement, instead of being responsible and compromising! How can you trust anyone with this type of bitter angry attitude mixed with hatred? 'American Citizens' and other 'World Leaders' should be very concerned with the actions of 'Americas Republican Leaders' who are causing unnecessary turmoil, since they can not get there way!
Everyone knows no one can think clearly or logically if they are angry, so how are the 'Republicans' actions against 'Obama' good for America? Congress members were voted into office to help America, and American citizens, not to sue the 'President!' There actions are hurting all American people, do republicans and many others realize 'Obama' is trying to clean up many years worth of a mess "Bush" implemented, which is not going to happen overnight, especially if he's continually getting 'Flack' from the Republican party! Every year since 'Obama' has been in office they have tried to shut him down on everything he's wanted to change or make better for the American people!
How can the President or anyone for that matter do their job accurately! Their hatred towards him, has hurt our country in more ways than one! In the meantime, as they are arguing and trying to bring down 'Obama' there are many things brewing behind the scenes they are not paying attention to! International plots are being made to harm America and American Citizens, and let's not forget to add international countries are probably looking at America as a 'Joke' and laughing at us!
America, do you see any other country acting the way the United States Congress is acting? No!! Why are American Citizens not saying anything about this, we have a huge problem! When hatred is involved you can't trust people with such deceit to run a country, and make important decisions for millions of people! Evil is looming inside many 'Republican party members,' so how can they truly make sound logical decisions for the American people! Also, although many 'Republicans' are already financially wealthy, they also have the nerve to want American citizens to 'Fund' their deceitful actions! Are you kidding me America, this is more insult to injury in a already struggling 'Economy'! How can you really sit back and trust people with so much 'Power?' They are making vital decision for you and your family and the United States of America, led by anger? Many "Americans should ask themselves this question," Do you really trust unstable people like this running your country? Do you think they have your best interest at heart when their mind, body and soul is clogged with so much anger and fury?
If you agree, then it's time for some 'Political' changes in Americas Government! United States, needs members who are rational, compromising and ethical and can work with many types of people no matter what color they are! America is now internationally diverse, 'Republicans' and many others just don't get it or failing to except the fact! So if they can't comprehend such a small detail as this how can they lead a country?
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2001 Cranchi CSL 28
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- Year:
- 2001
- Length:
- 29'
- Engine/Fuel Type:
- Twin / Gas/Petrol
- Located In:
- Puerto Marina de las Salinas, Spain
- Hull Material:
- Fiberglass
- 69151-2712272
- Current Price:
- EUR 35,000 Tax Paid (US$ 41,279)
[ES] Barco invernado todo el año. Se encuentra en perfecto estado. Disponible para visitar en Murcia.
[EN] Vessel hibernated the whole year. It is in very good condition. Available to visit in Murcia.
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Teléfono: 615 999 444 // 968 187 946
Please contact Jose Ramon Herrera at +34 615 999 444
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Flag of Registry: Spain
Hull Shape: Deep Vee
LOA: 8.78 m
Beam: 2.87 m
LWL: 6.55 m
Dry Weight: 3002 kgs
Total Power: 450 HP
Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Volvo
Year Built: 2001
Engine Model: 4.3 GXI
Engine Type: Inboard/Outboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
Location: Starboard
Drive Type: Stern drive
Engine Power: 225 HP
Engine 2:
Engine Brand: Volvo
Year Built: 2001
Engine Model: 4.3 GXI
Engine Type: Inboard/Outboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
Location: Port
Drive Type: Stern drive
Engine Power: 225 HP
Fresh Water Tanks: (102 Liters)
Fuel Tanks: (340 Liters)
Number of single berths: 2
Number of heads: 1
Convertible Saloon
CD player
Cockpit speakers
Inside Equipment
Electric bilge pump
Battery charger
Electrical Equipment
Shore power inlet
Outside Equipment/Extras
Cockpit table
Swimming ladder
Cockpit shower
Bimini Top
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The characteristics of a CRANCHI Sport Boat capture your emotions right from the first glance: the pure lines, the elegant sports feel, dynamic performance and quality without compromises. Lively, seductive and sharp, the yare boats that reveal unsuspected qualities: for example, the unexpected cabin below the bow, the countless pockets for holding objects, the sofas of the cockpit transformable in sunbeds - these are all solutions that bear witness to high design capabilities at CRANCHI, that ability to create new spaces on board. Fans of water skiing find their ideal partner in this class of boats: lively, powerfull engines guarantee top level performances. The handling is excellent, with reduced consumption and maintenance.
Additional Description
- Self-draining cockpit
- Overturning pilot and copilot seat with double driving position
- Cabin/cockpit table
- Cockpit divan
- Storage locker
- Cockpit sunbed
- Shower
- Engine room hatch opening with electrical control and manual for emergency
- Cockpit floor partially teak-laid
- Wet bar with sink, alcohol and electrical hob, ref. lt. 50
- Waste bin
- Radio stereo/CD with loudspeakers
- Cockpit lighting
- Cockpit object holder.
- 4 fenders housing
- Water skis housing
- Boathook
- Owner?s manual
Additional Description
- Access door
- Cabin fabrics: cotton and skay
- Dinette convertible to bed
- Cabinet
- Lockers under divan
- 230 v power socket
- Ceiling lights
- Toilet with electric WC, sink, mixer
- Bath accessories
Additional Description
- Shore power socket 32 amp with shore power cable
- 230 v differential fuse
- Electric panel with magneto-thermic protections
- 10 A/h automatic battery charger
- Battery switch with parallel possibility
- Service battery 80 amp
- Engine battery 100 amp
Additional Description
- Removable bow extension
- Electric anchor winch 400 W, with Bruce anchor 7,5 Kg. and 30 mt. chain mm. 6
- Bow stowage locker
- 2 bow, 2 spring, 2 stern s. steel cleats
- S. steel bow hook
- N. 1 foredeck hatch
- 3 opening portholes
- Windshield with anodized peralluman frame and side opening
- Steps for access to foredeck
- AISI 316 s. steel bow pulpit with front opening and s. steel filiere
- s. steel stern guardrails
- Navigation lights
- Ensign staff
- central ?tower?
- Copilot handle
- Glassholder
- Horn
- S. steel fuel filler cap
- Fuel tank air vent with anti-flame and anti-spray net
- S. steel water filler cap
- water tank air vent
- S. steel port and starboard discharge suppers
- S. steel rubbing band
- Stern tow hook
- Stern ?u? hook
- Moulded non-slip deck
- Teak-laid swimming platform with foldaway swimming ladder
Helm console
- Single lever engine control
- Electronic lever engine control for D4 version
- Nardi leather steering wheel
- Ritchie compass
- 12 v socket for cellular phone
- Power steering
- Hydraulic steering for D4 version
- Complete engine instruments: oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, voltmeter, hourcounter, revs. counter, trim indicator
- Echo/log bidata
- Engine instrument lighting
- Fuel level gauge
Fuel system and bilge pumps
- S. steel fuel tank, capacity approx. lt. 340 with inspection cover
- Extra fuel filters
- Fuel cut off valves
- Electrical blower for engine and fuel tank rooms (petrol version)
- 120 l/min. bilge pump
- Galvanic isolator
Water system
- Water pump
- Water tank in non-toxic food-quality polyethylene with approx. lt. 100 capacity
- Water heater lt. 22 (electric) with safety valve
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The national carrier, under intense competition from more efficient and often-cheaper private airlines, is reeling under a debt of over Rs 52,000 crore.
The government of India on Thursday took another step in the process for disinvestment of debt-laden state-run carrier Air India as it invited applications from investment bankers, law firms and other entities to advise on the strategic stake sale of the flag carrier.
The government has decided on strategic disinvestment of loss-making Air India by early 2018, which is guzzling up taxpayers' money ridden with inefficiencies and mismanagement. The national carrier, under intense competition from more efficient and often-cheaper private airlines, is reeling under a debt of over Rs 52,000 crore.
The government wants experts' advice to assist the disinvestment process. According to PTI, applications have been sought for engaging up to two advisers and a legal adviser for the "strategic disinvestment of Air India and its subsidiaries/ joint venture".
The Union Cabinet and the Air India Board had approved to sell the carrier in June. Officials want the process to offload all or parts of the airline by early 2018. A ministerial panel is working on the modalities.
So far, IndiGo and Bird Group have expressed interest in buying various operations of the troubled national carrier. Conglomerate Tata Group, which is airline's original founder and owner, has reportedly expressed its interest in buying a 51% equity stake in it. Bird Group, which provides various aviation services such as aircraft navigation, ground handling, customer management and logistics, is also keen to take up a stake in Air India. IndiGo had also reportedly approached the government for buying a stake in the beleaguered state-run behemoth.
Air India has about Rs 28,000 crore as working capital debt and about Rs 4,000 crore as interest burden alone. It has not turned profit in 10 years, since at least the year 2007. The carrier has received bailout packages worth about Rs 24,000 crore out of a total Rs 30,000 crore approved but has failed to revive its fortunes amid private airlines continuously gaining market share.
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I Hate School! You can finish school online faster
Why I Hate School
Main reasons why school is agonizing:
- I'm generally fed up at school.
- Homework is a massive total waste.
- Deficiency of decent friends.
- Being forced to awaken early.
- Marks never truly evaluate thinking ability whatsoever.
- Frustrating kids in the class that we cannot avoid easily.
- tests and exams.
- There are many truly cruel school teachers.
- Several teachers can't clarify points adequately.
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Would you like to get out of high school quicker than your other classmates? Do you hate all the bells and schedules and all the wasted time from repeating the same thing over and over, but your parents won't consider homeschooling or unschooling?
You could teach yourself all the same stuff in about half the time if you could just do it at home – and you can. It's legal, however you have to get your parents to agree.
Unschooling and homeschooling are of course better ways to actually learn stuff, but since a lot of parents seem to care more about qualifications than about actual learning, finishing high school online is a decent alternative because you can finish all the required work and stuff at your own pace.
While it won't be as interesting, and it's basically all the same work as normal high school – if you finish high school online, you can finish in a lot less time than other people your age, simply because you control your schedule. You know if you're ready to move on to the next chapter or if you need a bit more time to figure something out. And when you're done for the day, you're done. Free to do what you want. And when you graduate, you get a perfectly normal high school diploma. The same one everyone else gets.
So, with online schooling you'll save a lot of time that you can use for teaching yourself, but maybe after you've been doing that for a while, your parents might even become more open to letting you try better alternatives, like homeschooling or even unschooling. It's worth a try, but even if not, at least you have a bit more control over your life this way.


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The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) publicizes the work of those who engage in systematic and critical reflection about teaching and learning.
The purpose of SoTL is to create awareness about effective teaching techniques, promising learning practices, and other educational innovations through dialogue among college teachers and instructional staff at conferences, in publications, and other scholarly venues. SoTL assumes that teaching is a worthy intellectual endeavor that deserves the same prestige given disciplinary scholarship. SoTL is not the same thing as educational research since anyone (not only those with a specific set of credentials) who systematically and critically reflects about her or his teaching is qualified to do SoTL.
As a form of practitioner (action) research, SoTL varies across learning conditions and environments. There is not one set of SoTL research methods since it is not a traditional discipline. Those who do SoTL are primarily interested in how the results of their systematic and critical reflections will inform and improve their own teaching practice. In this way, SoTL is related to the assessment of student learning outcomes but with the instructor directing the process of inquiry.
Michigan State has a comprehensive list of SoTL links on their website.


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Here in Canada, pls consider donating to Sagip Migrante for disaster relief in the Philippines. I work with them personally and know that your donations will go directly were it is needed.
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Overnight in a Jeepney, to an Evening in a BMW…Posted by alexfelipe under Activism, Balikbayan Stories, The Philippines, Uncategorized
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In many ways I am still reeling from my day yesterday.—just wait til you see the footage in our doc in this summer's Kultura Festival in Toronto.
The many many mosquito bites I have on my arms and legs remind me of sleeping on a table in a dusty open air jeepney depot in Novaliches, Quezon City documenting the very simple life of one driver. I spent the next morning (yesterday) with the driver, and by the evening I was having a beer by a pool in Alabang, the premiere gated community for the Manila elite. (more…)
Bacoor: Children, Photography, and Opportunity…Posted by alexfelipe under Activism, Balikbayan Stories, Commentary, The Philippines, Uncategorized
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Last weekend Vince and I joined Salinlahi (a child's rights advocacy org) in providing a photo workshop to out of school youth from 12 to 17 years old in a fishing community in Bacoor (just outside Manila).
This is part of the photography program Salinlahi is bringing to different impoverished communities in the Philippines to explore the serious and common situation of child labourers. The chronic and worsening hardship in the country (not to mention the shrinking budget for education) leads to more and more youth dropping out of school in order to help make ends meet for their family. (more…)
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San Augustine Church in Intramuros Manila is a heavy, heavy place for me. My heart is heavy every time I'm there. I feel the weight of its history. I feel a great sense of loss. (more…)
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The rains came and went for the few days I was in Bikol. The bus window showed evidence of this less than seasonal weather. It was dusk, and the sky was finally clearing, the clouds in my mind had also started to break.
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By Leonard Cervantes (originally posted HERE)
Toronto's Roncesvalles section isn't the first area you think of when you think "Filipino" – it's known as the Polish area, where you can find the statue of Pope John Paul 2 and get yummy sausage (oh wait those are two really Filipino things, PJP2 and sausage).
Earlier this week, Photographer Alex Felipe brought the Philippines to the neighbourhood – through his photo exhibit at trendy-yet-conscious coffee hotspot, Café Tinto. The exhibit, called "Human Rights in the Philippines – A Photo Exhibition " is up from April 1 to April 17 and focuses on the human rights situation in the motherland — from extrajudicial killings and disappearances, to too young 'terror' suspects in a Manila jail, to a disturbing Canadian connection…
The photos were taken by Alex on his latest trip to the Philippines, the highlights of the evening were definitely Alex's anecdotes as he presented each photo via slideshow. Wide-eyed attendees hung on his every word as he recounted his experiences with tribal chieftains and military checkpoints as he ascended Mt. Canatuan.
Others shook their heads in disbelief as he recalled his first trip back in 2001 when he stayed with relatives living in makeshift homes next to active train tracks. At that time he could reach out the window of his own sleeping quarters only to be close enough to graze a passing train with his hand.
Guests were also treated to some poetry and music courtesy of JR Punzalan, Myk Miranda and Leonard Cervantes (hey that's me), oh behalf of Kapisanan Philippine Centre. The Pinoygraphers.com photography collective was also present to support one of their own.
Alex's main objective on his trip was to document the destruction and illness that mining activity has caused the people of the Philippines, most notably the tribal populations in the remote areas. What is most surprising is the identity of the offender in all of these cases — Canada. Corporations like Placer Dome/Barrick Gold (on Marinduque Island) and Toronto Ventures Incorporated (Mt. Canatuan, Mindanao) are guilty of toxic dumping, forced displacement and other abuses of the land.
Evidence of the effects of these violations are seen in Alex's photos which do little to excuse the viewer from the emotions that can only go along with images of sick or imprisoned children, polluted landscapes and Filipino people experiencing strife and hardship. Despite the heavy subject matter and some very heart-wrenching photos, Alex's exhibit managed to attract a full-room of Filipinos and non-Filipinos alike, community members, artists and activists – different people from different walks and all corners of the city.
The wonderful thing about Alex Felipe's photos is that they don't discriminate the viewer. No matter where we're coming from, we see the same image; we end up reading the very same page. If only for those brief moments, we understand – and ultimately feel the same emotions.
That feeling of unity is rare these days.
(next week, check out blogto.com to see Alex Felipe and his exhibit featured on DiverCity, and stay tuned to this blog space for info on his next exhibit, starting April 26th at Ryerson)
Event Photos Below By Red Andal (www.pinoygraphers.com)


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By Gary Pepper, M.D.
Editor, Metabolism.com
In the first article in this series, The HCG-Cancer Connection, I explained how HCG is made by some types of cancer and can serve as a marker for cancer activity. Now I want to explore another effect of HCG, the stimulation of male hormone (testosterone) production.
Just to review, there is no evidence that HCG will cause cancer although conceivably certain cancer responsive tumors may grow faster due to its effect to increase estrogen and testosterone. Every woman who has had a normal pregnancy has been exposed to high HCG levels for many months so if it did cause cancer that effect would be very obvious.
What concerns me is how HCG can influence the normal ovary and its hormone metabolism. HCG is a promiscuous hormone. It will hook up with different hormone "receptors" and masquerade as these other hormones. In the previous article I explained how at very high levels HCG can stimulate the thyroid to make thyroid hormone resulting in hyperthyroidism. Another hormone effect of HCG is to mimic LH (leutinizing hormone) which turns on the production of the sex hormones by the testicle in men and ovary in woman. Surprisingly the normal ovary makes testosterone which it then converts to estrogen. FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) from the pituitary helps the ovary change testosterone to estrogen. What happens when the ovary gets a lot of LH but not FSH? This is the situation when a woman gets HCG. Testosterone levels will rise more than estrogen levels. Research shows that after a single HCG injection a rise of 20% in testosterone levels occurs in normal women, confirming this theory. During pregnancy with HCG pumping in the blood from the placenta, testosterone levels can double, resulting in acne, oily skin and (in some women) an increase in sex drive. The situation would be far worse for a pregnant woman if the placenta wasn't also pumping out 100 times the normal amount of estrogen to counteract all the male hormones.
So why should women care if HCG makes their testosterone levels go up? Acne, oily skin and horniness are one thing but there are other effects which might be less acceptable. Testosterone is a mischievous hormone. While it causes hair growth where you don't want it, it causes hair loss in places you want to keep it. Testosterone stimulates hair growth on the face, chest, back and abdomen. At the same time it causes hair loss from the scalp particularly at the temples and crown. This is referred to as male pattern baldness. Other effects of testosterone in women are the growth of the clitoris, known as clitoromegaly. A clitoris the size of a man's thumb has been described in a woman due to excess testosterone exposure. Generally this degree of clitoromegaly is seen only in more extreme cases. So you may want to think twice before starting an HCG diet unless looking like Bruce Willis is your thing.
In the final installment on the hazards of HCG I will focus on other possible nasty hormone effects of HCG such as fibroids, infertility and bulging muscles.
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Boston Men Show Decline in Testosterone (Male Hormone) Levels
A published study confirms what has been suspected for some time, which is that men in the Boston area over the past two decades are showing declining levels of testosterone (male hormone), in their blood. Over twenty years the average testosterone level in these men dropped from 501 to 391. Many experts regard a testosterone lower than 300 to be abnormally low and possibly needing testosterone replacement treatment. One of the scientists on the study, Dr. Thomas Travison states that when comparing testosterone levels in Boston men from 1987 to 2005 a decline in the testosterone level in every adult age group was found over this time. The researcher stated that the speed with which the levels of male hormone declined over the twenty years and the uniformity of the decline in all age groups was cause for concern.
It is known that testosterone levels decline slowly as men age. Declining male hormone levels were found even in the 45 to 71 year age range, however. Other known causes of declining testosterone levels, the growing incidence of obesity and sedentary life style in Boston men, did not explain the findings, say the researchers.
Could other factors be at work here? Alcohol has a powerful effect on male hormone levels for many reasons. Some alcohol products like bourbon and beer may have estrogen (female hormone) like plant products in them. Liver disease from excess alcohol consumption can also reduce the level of male hormone. Other drugs may have a negative effect on male hormone production such as cannabis (marijuana, Mary Jane, pot, herb, weed, splif, ganja, the bomb, the shit etc.). Although not nearly as wide spread in its use are the opiate type drugs, heroine, methadone, opium, codeine, hydrocodone etc. which can severely depress male hormone levels.
Environmental pollutants are known to cause adverse hormonal effects in men. Pollutants such as PCB's and DDT act like female hormone and could reduce a man's testicular function (the testicle is the site of testosterone and sperm production in men). Even herbal products can have anti-male hormone effect such as soy, black cohosh, and white clover. Perhaps the Boston men are being exposed to these influences more now then in the past and the result is sinking male hormone levels.
Before concluding that Boston men are simply pot smoking, beer drinking, soy eating effeminate couch potatoes, the authors of the study call for additional research into the possible origins of this serious loss of virility hormone in the Boston area.
Gary Pepper M.D.


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Over the years I have observed one important character of the Bhutanese people, i.e "artificiality". Everything is artificial. Look at the land value. Artificial inflation. the land value around the country is being excessively / artificially increased way beyond the actual value. Just as an example, if tomorrow the government …Read More »
BCCI study shows that government spending is main cause of rupee crisis
A government appointed taskforce compromising of civil servants said that the Private sector and private consumption are the main causes of the rupee crisis. This has led to a severe credit crunch especially for the private sector bringing the Bhutanese economy to a virtual halt. However, a study by …Read More »
Three crises that created the Rupee crisis
The rupee crisis is a combination of three other crises affecting the Bhutanese economy. They are namely, the trade crisis, the financial management crisis and also the individual lifestyle crisis. The rupee crisis being an individual lifestyle crisis can be best summed up in the saying, 'Bhutan is a …Read More »
Home-grown vegetables next on agenda
Tanden Zangmo and Sonam Choden / Thimphu Vegetable vendors were encouraged to buy and sell local produce from within the country in order to make a difference to the farmers, consumers and themselves. This was the objective behind Agriculture Minister Lyonpo Dr Pema Gyamtsho visiting the Centennial Farmers Market …Read More »
Rupee crunch exacerbates drug shortage
While drugs are already in short supply, the rupee crunch is making the situation worse in the capital. The Operation Manager of Karma Tshongkhang (under Karma Group of Companies), Sonam Pemo, said if the INR crunch continues, there are good chances of their supplies being blocked. "If our supplies get …Read More »
Bhutan faces domestic credit crisis as banks freeze loans
Financial Institutions say they may not be able to issue any new loans for months and even years under RMA's latest liquidity or borrowing restrictions. This comes in the backdrop of the already existing housing and transport loan restrictions. Bhutan's Financial Institutions are heading for a deep freeze as a …Read More »
Indian ambassador assures government of GoI's support during rupee crisis
The Indian ambassador to Bhutan, Pavan K Varma, said that the Government of India (GoI) will standby Bhutan to help tide over the rupee crisis. This, the Indian ambassador highlighted in an interview with The Bhutanese. The Ambassador said "Bhutan enjoys bipartisan support across political parties in India and India …Read More »
Bonding during a crisis
The rupee crisis has not only hit Bhutan's economy but it has also stung our national pride and confidence. This is not just an economic crisis for the nation but also a painful and uncertain time for every Bhutanese from humble farmers to business tycoons. However, it is only …Read More »


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Gov't employees to receive Civil Service Month perks
The Philippine civil service celebrates its 116th anniversary this September, coinciding with the Civil Service Month. This year's theme is "Sigaw ng Lingkod Bayani: Malasakit para sa Taumbayan, Kapwa Kawani, at Kalikasan".
As the lead agency of the month-long celebration, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) promises treats and discounts for government employees nationwide.
The SM Store and SM Appliance Center offer 10% and 5% discounts respectively on regular-priced items for a minimum purchase of two-thousand pesos (P2,000). Promo period is from September 23 to 25, 2016 (Friday to Sunday) in all SM Stores and SM Appliance Centers nationwide.
Star City offers its Ride-All-You-Can ticket for only P280 each (from its original price of P450) for government employees and three (3) of their family members. Promo period is September 2 to 4, 9 to 11, and 16 to 30, 2016.
Manila Ocean Park also offers discounted rates on its attraction packages: Corporate Signature package (P400) includes Oceanarium, Symphony Evening Show, Sharks and Rays Dry Encounter, Sea Lion Show, Jellies Exhibit, Trails to Antartica or World of Creepy Crawlies; Sea Breeze Express package (P600) adds Birds of Prey Kingdom, All-star Bird Show, Penguin Talk Show, Fish Spa, and Back of the House; Encounters also have discounted rates for Sharks and Rays Full Body Encounter (P499), Mermaid Experience (P299), Sea Lion Trainer (P699), and Aquanaut (P490). While selling period is only up to September 30, 2016, ticket validity is until December 15, 2016.
Public servants may avail of 20% discount on selected products and services in all branches of INKRITE Ink Refilling Station until September 30, 2016. A 20% discount is also available on selected products and services of Great Image until December 15, 2016.
Chopstop, Sisig Society, and Adobo Connection offer free iced tea for dine-in civil servants.
CSC reminds all civil servants to present their valid government ID or GSIS ID upon availing the said perks. For more details on the Philippine Civil Service Anniversary celebration, government employees are advised to check www.csc.gov.ph/pcsa2016. (CSC)
Source: Philippine Information Agency


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What is the Academy?
In 1988, the original National Academy of Emergency Medical Dispatch (NAEMD) was formed as a standard-setting organization for all aspects of EMD. The NAEMD was established as not just an association, but an academic Academy-setting it apart from many other EMS and public safety organizations that function primarily as membership, interest, and lobby groups. With an academic organization of top experts the Academy became an authoritative voice for emergency dispatch. In 2000 the Academy "pluralized" itself into the National Academies of Emergency Dispatch (NAED), with separate Academies for EMD, Fire, and Police dispatching. It continues the tradition of excellent service, and public education that was started almost 20 years ago. With the protocols' growth around the world, the National Academies of Emergency Dispatch has recently changed its name to the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) to represent its expansion into a worldwide organization.
How big is it?
Recently the Academy membership surpassed the 54,000 mark. This is not a cumulative total, but represents only currently certified members. This phenomenal growth is attributable to rapid expansion in initial certifications and a sustained recertification rate of over 75%.
What are the origins of the Academy?
The origins of Academy certified emergency dispatch lead back to the first medical dispatch protocol and training course which was developed by Dr. Jeff Clawson in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Salt Lake City Fire Department, Gold Cross Ambulance, and the Davis County Sheriff's Office were the first agencies to implement this new and unique system. In addition, the Utah State Bureau of EMS established the first State Dispatch Rules and Standards in 1983 codifying the EMD as a governmentally recognized medical professional. As acceptance of a unified protocol grew, Dr. Clawson and several other pioneers began exploring the formation of a national organization specifically for emergency dispatch. In 1986, efforts to create a support and information sharing group resulted in establishment of the North American EMD Network, the immediate precursor to the NAEMD, founded in December 1988 at the Academy's first EMD conference.
Why does the Academy recognize only one protocol?
The Academy was founded on the central concept of a "unified protocol" and patterned after the American Heart Association's Emergency Cardiac Care Committee, which recognizes a single CPR protocol, a single ACLS protocol, and a single BLS protocol. The Academy controls the Emergency Priority Dispatch System (EPDS) protocols for Fire, Police, and Medical dispatch. This unified protocol is approved and maintained by the Academy's expert council, the College of Fellows. Such standardization enables scientific studies, comparison between systems, and orderly improvement of the protocols. The Academy is broken down into three separate disciplines within the College of Fellows. The original NAEMD controls the Medical Priority Dispatch System or MPDS Protocol, and similarly, the NAEPD controls a single Police Priority Dispatch System Protocol and the NAEFD controls a single Fire Priority Dispatch System Protocol. All Academy licensed agencies utilize the same protocol and its standardized codes regardless of the local politics, culture, or language.
What is the College of Fellows?
The College of Fellows is the standard setting body of the IAED. Its mission statement is "To conduct an on-going review of the current standards of care and practice in Emergency Dispatch and evaluate the tools and mechanisms used to meet or exceed those standards." The College is a scientific body of international experts which maintains the correctness of the Emergency Dispatch protocols. This is accomplished through a scientific method-based process of reviewing and approving proposed modifications and improvements to the protocols. Once approved, these improvements are provided to all licensed users. Through this process each protocol user can share their findings and recommendations with other dispatch centers worldwide. The College of Fellows consists of experts in EMD, EMS, fire safety, law enforcement, emergency and critical care medicine, telecommunications, adult learning and instruction, and telephone triage. In addition, many of the recent past presidents of NENA, NAEMD, NAEMSP, NAEMT, AAA, and ACEP are current Fellows.
What other standards does the Academy maintain?
The IAED also sets and maintains professional practice standards for emergency dispatch Curriculum, Certification, Recertification, and Accreditation of Centers of Excellence through separate expert Boards for each area. In addition, the Council of Research exists to direct and design studies regarding the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the protocols and dispatch life support (DLS) in the management of mobile resources and the provision of patient care.
What does membership in the Academy mean?
The Academy has a variety of membership types, depending on the member's professional involvement in emergency dispatching. Most common is Dispatcher Certification membership based on successful completion of an Academy-approved 3-day training course. Managers, supervisors, medical directors and other industry leaders may become Executive members through successful participation in a National Executive (1-day) or Leader Seminar Course. Additionally, individuals or organizations may join the Academy as Associate members and special memberships exist for Instructors and lifetime Emeritus members due to significant contributions to the profession. One of the most honored memberships is that of Accreditation. These dispatch centers have achieved special recognition by fulfilling all of the Academy's 20 Points of Accreditation, thereby obtaining the designation "Accredited Center of Excellence."
How does Priority Dispatch Corporation work with the Academy?
In essence, the Academy sets and maintains emergency dispatch standards; Priority Dispatch Corporation and other contract organizations create products, materials, and provide services that meet or exceed those standards. Priority Dispatch Corporation has the current contract for publishing and distributing the protocols maintained by the Academy. In addition they are also the designated contract training management company for the Academy. These contracts are reviewed every five years. With the exception of some limited information booklets and certificates, the Academy does not publish materials or products on its own.
Does the Academy hold special conferences I can attend?
The Academy puts on seven NAVIGATOR conferences yearly, with each one specializing in addressing emergency dispatch based on the area where the conference will take place. In the first three months of the year, Asia NAVIGATOR, Middle East NAVIGATOR, and Ireland NAVIGATOR are held. U.S. NAVIGATOR follows in the spring. Australasia NAVIGATOR is held in June and U.K. NAVIGATOR and Euro NAVIGATOR take place in the fall. These conferences are open to all members and other interested parties including emergency dispatchers, managers, industry experts, oversight commissioners, and directors. Up to 24 hours of CDE credit toward recertification is provided at these yearly conferences.
In addition, the Academy holds biannual Instructor Update/Recertification Seminars each year. Meetings of the various expert Boards and the College of Fellows are held at these informative conferences, summits, and seminars, as well as at other times throughout the year.
What is the future of the Academy?
The Academy has undergone several changes to expand its scope and efficiency. In 1996, the College of Fellows was enlarged and restructured to provide expert approval and improvement of all standards of the Academy. Each expert Board, such as Curriculum or Accreditation, is now made up of specific Fellows in that area of expertise and additionally populated by other designated industry experts. The protocol improvement process has been streamlined and additional new protocol development begun and maintained. New training modules and certifications are under development. Importantly, the Academies continue to be a strong professional voice for emergency dispatchers and are taking a more active role in the policies and politics of public safety dispatching. Strategic alliances with allied professional organizations are currently being established.
What is the International Academy (IAED)?
The International Academy name represents the expansion into a worldwide organization. The NAED and IAED names are interchangeable. IAED refers to the global standards and membership organization outside the United States. While the science and philosophy remain the same throughout the world, the International Academy has established language/cultural subcommittees in conjunction with the College of Fellows. Certified IAED membership today spans six continents.
What is Accreditation?
One of the most significant official recognitions of the Academy is communication center Accreditation. Based on a total quality management process, dispatch and communication centers can attain "Center of Excellence" designation by demonstrating superior performance in training, quality assurance and improvement processes, medical oversight, and compliance to protocol. Compliance scores of over 90%, in some categories 95%, are required in seven areas of interrogation, pre-arrival instructing, and response coding. The Board of Accreditation oversees the evaluation applications of systems demonstrating accreditation eligibility. The Board also sets the case evaluation process and scoring formula from which the core competency of emergency dispatch activities is determined. To apply, an agency submits the appropriate ACE Application form along with a detailed, self-study document based on the Academy's Twenty Points. The Academy's Accreditation Board will review the application and document, then arrange an onsite evaluation visit by an Academy representative.
Why should I want to be an Academy member?
The Academy is the only organization dedicated to the professionalism, science, and standards of emergency dispatching. Academy membership and certification adds value to telecommunicators by providing an internationally identified professional recognition. An official certificate and pocket certification card are awarded to successful applicants along with a 2-year membership and subscription to the bimonthly Journal of Emergency Dispatch. Membership shows a personal commitment to a Code of Ethics and helps support the IAED's standard-setting programs built around protocol, policy, and procedure. Members are also eligible for special discounts to the annual NAVIGATOR conference and other IAED educational opportunities.
I've heard the Academy's testing process is unique. Why?
Through its testing results process, the Academy seeks not only to determine post-training competency, but also to assist emergency dispatch trainees to learn the important information and concepts that they missed on the certification test. Topic and concept cross-referencing to student manuals and textbooks is automatically provided to each student missing any examination question. The Academy is also unique in that those students who did not pass the test may take an oral retest and learning session with a curriculum expert to qualify for certification membership. The expert determines just what may not be completely understood and provides a personal learning experience to aid the student in mastering the concepts at issue. The Academy provides emergency dispatch professionals with answers and understanding—not just test scores.
What does "state recognition" mean?
Just as was accomplished by the National Registry of EMTs years ago, the Academy has an important goal of achieving certification recognition with every state and province in North America. Since this time there has been growing interest and activity among states and provinces to governmentally codify and regulate emergency dispatch practices and standards. The Academy, with a unified standard all around the world, has formally approached each state requesting official recognition of curriculum, certification (including initial testing), instructor status, and recertification designations granted by the Academies. This process was accomplished first with the States of Utah, Colorado, Delaware and the Province of Quebec (Canada) and has continued with successful recognition by over 10 governmental groups. Progress has only been limited by the degree to which each state and province's process has individually evolved.
When should I expect my cert./recert. exam results?
It can take up to six weeks to receive your course certification or recertification results. Academy processing time varies depending on the volume of applications that need to be processed. Please wait 6 to 8 weeks for your results before contacting the Academy regarding any new certification status.
Why haven't I received any mailings from the Academy?
In the case of new members, we might not have your records entered into our system yet. New memberships can take up to 6 weeks to process. In all other cases, we might not have your correct home and/or agency information in our system. To check, you can e-mail your new address to email@example.com or call the Academy at 1-800-960-6236.
Can I have mail sent to my home address?
All mail will be sent to your agency unless your supervisor calls the Academy to have your mailing address changed. The only exception is the Journal and NAVIGATOR brochures, which can be sent to your home address unless your agency requests them to be sent there.
Can I have a second or replacement copy of my diploma and/or I.D. card?
A reprint of a diploma or an I.D. card costs $5.
If your initial exam score is between 65% and 79%, we will send you a letter advising you to take a telephone retest for certification. The letter will provide details for you to arrange a retest with an Academy-certified retest instructor. Refer to your letter for retest scheduling information and study topics. Schedule your retest by clicking here. If your initial exam score is below 65%, you are not eligible to take a telephone retest for certification and must complete another certification course.
Does the Academy remind certified members when they need to recertify?
Yes, the Academy will send a reminder to your agency (or home if you are not with an agency) approximately one month before your certification is due to expire. Additional letters are also sent to the agency sometime during the month your certification expires and six months after it expires. If for some reason you don't receive the reminder, it is still your responsibility to keep your certification current.
What are the requirements for recertification?
You can recertify up to six months before your certification expires and we give you a 90-day Grace Period after you expire in which to recertify. The EMD, EFD, EPD recertification costs $50, and you will need to have 24 hours of continuing education documented for the recertification to be valid. After the Grace Period you will be expected to retake the certification course to reinstate your status with the Academy. The ED-Q recertification costs $100 and you will need 30 hours of continuing education documented. For EMD and EMD-Q you will also need to have a current CPR certification.
Can I use my CPR class toward my CDE requirements for EMD recertification?
No. CPR is an EMD recertification prerequisite, therefore any time spent at CPR classes or refreshers courses cannot be classed as continuing education.
Do you accept Academy Journal CDE quizzes from 2 years ago?
Currently, we do not. Journal CDE quizzes have an expiration date, after which they will not be processed by the Academy. The expiration date is highlighted below the questions. However, your agency does have the option of grading old quizzes if they are expired for credit. For more information on this feature, e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com or call 1-800-960-6236 or 1-801-359-6916.
For product orders call the Academy at 1-800-960-6236 or 1-801-359-6916. For Protocol related items call your service representative from Priority Dispatch at 1-800-363-9127 or 1-801-363-9127. For more specific questions you are welcome to call the Academy at 1-800-960-6236 or 1-801-359-6916.
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WAS condemns Trump's Global Gag Rule on abortion services
The World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) condemns U.S.A. President Trump's executive order to reinstate the Global Gag Rule, which prohibits international sexual and reproductive health organizations from receiving U.S.A. funding for contraception if they provide, counsel, refer or advocate for abortion services. The Rule prohibits these activities even if organizations carry them out with their own non-U.S. funding, and even if abortion is legal in their own country.
Beyond its patent violation of human rights recognized by international statutes concerning sexual and reproductive health and rights, and UN Sustainable Development Goals, WAS considers that obstacles to access to abortion will cause an increase of illegal and unsafe abortion which will cause serious harm to women and families. Unsafe abortion is among the main causes of maternal mortality in the countries, where abortion is illegal.
Article 12 of the WAS Declaration of Sexual Rights (2014) states that everyone has the right to make reproductive decisions on their own terms, and that right includes unimpeded access to sexual health services including abortion.
We urge President Trump to reconsider this measure and revoke the Global Gag Rule immediately.
The World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) is an international organization with members across the globe, that promotes and advocates for sexual health and sexual rights throughout the lifespan and across the world by advancing the field of sexology, sexuality research, comprehensive sexuality education, and clinical care and services, all of these informed by evidence and scientific enquiry.


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When we think about scuba diving, we think about gorgeous coral reefs, eerie wrecks, deep walls, sharks or schools of fish. But there's another aspect of diving that hooked up many divers, muck diving.
Muck diving gets its name from the sediment that lies at the bottom of many dive sites, a frequently muddy or "mucky" environment. And Dauin's shore, is defined as sediment rich volcanic black and warm sand that peculiar marine life strives on.
At first glance, it might not look like a divine underwater experience; muddy bottom, dark sand, sunken mooring lines, concrete blocks, old tires, will make the diver wonder what he got him/herself into. But a keen eye will quickly notice that next to this line hang a couple of ghost pipefish, on this concrete block, a juvenile painted frogfish awaits his prey, and a colourful nudibranch is grazing on the algae of the sunken tire.
The magic lies in the small animals that inhabit this peculiar area. Nowhere else will be such abundant, rare and colourful sea creatures than on a muck dive. Usually juveniles or quite small fish, molluscs and crustaceans will be called "macro" from the photography term in which the size of the subject in the photo is greater than life size. The strangest shapes, the most vibrant colours, unusual patterns and curious behaviour.
So much fun and, excitement is brought and shared with these types of dives. Improving your skills of spotting the animals, as they can be extremely well camouflaged, be able to witness a flamboyant cuttlefish hunting, a nudibranch mating, or encountering for the first time that super rare blue-ringed octopus you always dreamt of finding!
The fun can go even further as nowadays, many budget cameras can be brought along to capture the grandeur of your favourite critters.
We, at Bongo Bongo Divers, are immensely proud and happy to introduce you to our world-famous muck or macro dives. Divers of all level will be able to enjoy the rare critters that inhabits the Dauin shore from our comfortable "banka", a local outrigger pump-boat, or just by walk in the water from the dive center.
Dauin of course, still has great reefs and the famous Apo Island that shelters a great variety of hard and soft corals, countless reef fish and relaxed sea turtles is located less than one hour away from our dive center!
6 tips for muck diving
- First thing is buoyancy. Keeping your body, fins or equipment from the bottom avoiding silt flying around and lower the visibility, and eventually hurting marine life
- Make some research on the particular animals you can find in these waters by reading blogs, or following photographers' or dive centers' social media pages, it'll greatly help you find what you're looking for!
- Get a good dive guide who will help you find the weird and wonderful critters that dwell around
- Consider bringing a dive light and a waterproof magnifying glass
- If you're into photography, a macro lens will prove essential or eventually an in-camera macro mode
- Doing a night dive is also certainly very enjoyable, getting the opportunity of seeing different marine life


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NEW YORK, N.Y. - Ralph Lauren and refinement go together like England and tweed. They all rendezvoused on the runway Thursday at New York Fashion Week.
"I have always loved the heritage and romance of England. My collection for fall 2012 is about a modern glamour inspired by timeless character and refined elegance of an authentic way of living," Lauren said in an email to The Associated Press.
To the music of "Downton Abbey," a popular PBS show about a British manor in the First World War era, models began their parade in riding clothes — plaid jodhpurs, houndstooth coats, Fair Isle sweaters and button-down shirts with contrasting white club collars — and ended in slinky evening gowns with jewelled collars.
There was variety in the silhouettes, with trousers, for example ranging from wide-leg pleated pants to slim cuts, and there were tailored jackets long and short. One of the most striking looks was an animal-print shearling jacket. The new version of the pantsuit was a below-the-hip lean blazer with skinny pants in the same plaid pattern but different scales.
The Ralph Lauren lady — and she is very ladylike even in man-tailored styles — relaxes at home in a black velvet smoking robe with a bright-red shearling collar, but when it's time for an appointment in town she looks like a million bucks in her black cashmere jacket, sequin-front cashmere sweater and high-waist pencil skirt.


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4 Major Health Recommendations That Do More Harm Than Good
There are some health recommendations we are actually doing wrong. We live in a society where concerns over health are a priority for many people. For this reason, we hear new health recommendations and tips every day. However, despite this intense focus on optimal wellness, as a society, we are getting sicker and sicker. Case in point: since 1980, worldwide obesity has doubled, and 39% of all those over 18 are now obese. If this wasn't enough, a similar pattern emerges with diabetes; there has


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Tips to Follow to Hire the Right Premier Contractor
It is a premier contractor that one will need especially when they will be constructing a new home. Different task will be accomplished once you will have them around. It is you that should see to it that you will choose the right one since you will have a number of different tasks. It is in this article that we will be talking about the many different factors that one must consider when hiring a premier contractor.
See to it that you will look into the basic first when looking for a premier contractor. See to it that when you will see contractors online that you should not hire them right away. It is important that you will choose the one that is reputable and has a license. Working with different clients can be determined once the contractor can refer you to a number of different clients. Whenever it is references that they will be able to show you that it is also you that will see the portfolio that they have. The nature of the project that they have already completed is a thing that you also need to look int.
Always make it a point that you will be asking for a bid. Contacting three or more contractors is what you need to do so that you will be able to do this one. A fair and transparent bid is a thing that you need to look out when doing this one. A bid that is detailed and has all the things that you need is the one that you should be considering. Comparing the same things in the bud that they have is a thing that you also need to be doing.
The communication that you have with the contractor is a thing that you also need to look int. No matter what size of the project that you have that it is this factor that you need to consider. It is you that should see to it that you will consider the different reasons that you will be hiring that you need to consider some factors why you should opt to hire them. It is you that should see to it that you will know the development process of the project. It is also important for the contractor to explain the approach that they will have with the project. It is when you will do this neat you will also know the expertise that they have. Using other projects as a reference is also a thing that you can do. It is when you will do this one that you will have the conversation on the same line.
See to it that you will also get to know the team that the contractor have. By seeing to it that you will be doing this one that it is you that will be able o have a good working relationship with them.
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I'm almost ashamed to admit that there is a PlayStation 3 on the desk in front of me. You know, the piece of hardware that lost the official support to run Linux last year and whose manufacturer's master signing keys were revealed earlier this year.
For the moment I won't go into how it's 7-core Cell microprocessor can be used for all sorts of useful number crunching. Instead I want to give my first experience of the system from the standpoint of someone whose last encounter with a game console was probably a friends NES countless years ago.
If you've seen a modern game up close I guess you already know where this is heading. From the first boot on things did not go as expected. Somehow I still thought of these things as simple devices where you plug in a ROM module (OK, it's a disc now) and you can enjoy a few minutes of playing, without bothering to find proper settings or worrying whether your system is powerful enough to run the latest game.
The 10-something settings sub-menus and the list of system requirements on the bundled game quickly disposed of those ideas.
Seriously, I don't get it. This thing is connected with a digital connection (HDMI cable I had to buy separately by the way) to a digital display (an LCD TV also made by Sony). It has all the capabilities to figure out everything it needs to display a picture on the screen. And the first thing it does is to ask me to manually set up the visible area of the screen!? Just to check that this isn't something left over from the analogue days I connected it to another Sony-made HDMI enabled TV and the visible area was indeed a few percent different. With both TVs claiming to support the same 1080p HDTV resolution! Mind boggles. I won't even go into the details of getting the sound working on one of these TVs that involved 30 minutes of digging through those damned settings menus.
Also, the bundled game (a well-known racing simulation I'm told) is far from a thing you might pick up in a few spare minutes. First of all, it requires installation and setup of its own. After that you have to earn "money", buy "things", gather "experience", setup a "profile", keep up a "reputation", live a "life". I thought people play games to get away from all those things for a while.
Actually, everything is surprisingly set up in a way to keep people from enjoying a game in company. You get only one controller in the box. You have to create a user account for each person. The fact that the game keeps up your statistics, virtual bank balance and what not probably means that you can't even give someone a try without worrying that he will mess up this or that part of your account.
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Halloween Costumes
Choosing a costume is one of the best parts about Halloween. That's why these homemade Halloween costumes are the way to go, whether you're looking for creative ideas for babies, toddlers, kids, or adults.
Let your imagination run wild and get into the mood by donning the best Halloween Costume this October 31st! Why settle for a ghoul or a ghost when you go Trick or Treating – get some inspiration and ideas by checking out our simple home made fun ideas below.
Halloween is the time to get creative with a fun costume. Whether its a traditional witch or a funny carrot, there is a Halloween Costume for everyone, so get creative!
Whether you're aiming to be scary, funny, or a combination of the two, these Insta-worthy DIY Halloween costumes can easily be made with everyday items you already have on hand and a few last-minute Amazon Prime finds that will arrive just in the nick of time. Even if you don't consider yourself particularly crafty, these ideas are easy enough that the most glue gun-challenged among us can find something that works.
Minion CostumeWe bet your little Minion will want to wear this adorable yellow hat all winter long.
Scuba Diver CostumeNow for something completely different for Halloween - a Scuba Diver!
Lego BoyYour little lego lover will go crazy over this cute Lego Halloween costume. And you'll love that its oh so easy to create!
Fox CostumeWhat does the fox say? Create this cute little fox outfit in a flash at home.
Luke Skywalker CostumeMay the Force by With You!
Pretty Pink FlamingoHalloween doesn't have to be all about ghosts, ghouls and witches. For something cute and simple, try this pink flamingo costume!
Strawberry CostumeThis adorable Halloween costume for your little one is so easy to make and will surely make everyone smile.
Funny Carrot CostumeThis simple Carrot Halloween costume is sure to get people talking! Even better, it's no-sew, you just need to make the top!
Snail CostumeThis snail Halloween costume is slime-free and oh so adorable. Your little trick-or-treater wears the shell like a backpack.
Skeleton CostumeIt's Halloween and that means its time to get our spook on! This home-made Skeleton costume is hassle-free and fits the bill.
Mickey Mouse CostumeMickey Mouse is such a classic choice and this Halloween costume is cheap and easy to make.
Gumball Machine CostumeYour little one is sure to get amazing reactions this Halloween with this gumball machine costume. It's simpler to make than it looks!
Super Mario Brothers CostumesMario and Luigi are iconic and these Halloween costumes are easy to make and so fun!
Spider CostumeWhat would Halloween be without spiders? This costume is creepy and cute at the same time.
Spider Web CostumeHalloween can be spooky and cute and this spider web costume is proof of that!
Scarecrow CostumeThis adorable scarecrow costume will bring a touch of Wizard of Oz to your Halloween celebrations!
Rain Cloud CostumeYou've seen costumes of monsters, various animals, occupations, and more, but have you seen a costume based on a weather phenomenon? A unique idea for this Halloween!
Jelly Belly CostumeThis Jelly Belly costume is guaranteed to bring even more sweetness to your Halloween. And it's super easy to make!
Race Driver CostumeAt full speed toward Halloween with this snazzy race car driver costume that's easy and cheap to make!
Paint Brush CostumeInanimate object costumes are not very common, but this artistic idea will make your child's Halloween special.
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81 RC - Superman!
I was cycling with my buddy down PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) and during our casual conversation ... Superman flew by. We stopped, got off our bikes just in time to watch him land. After a quick battery change, I grabbed the only thing I had on me (my cell phone, sorry for the shit quality) and took some video of what is EASILY the coolest custom RC plane I've ever seen. Damn near life-size and complete with a cape... I don't usually post to LiveLeak but I couldn't keep this video to myself.


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1) How much memory does the of XML schema DOM tree takes? http://www.w3.org/2001/06/ProcessingModel-plh.html answers it partially, but it doesn't give exact numbers. If you need exact numbers however, I don't have those, and I couldn't find them. Sorry. 2) How much time the tipical XML validator and parser takes to validate the XML document against the schema? I couldn't find any specific tests on w3.org or even the www, but there seem to be a wide variety of validators out there. If someone had a bit of time on their hands, they could create a complex XML database of sorts and check it with 5-10 different parsers and clock them, and then record the numbers found into an online database so someone doesn't have to ask questions like this, but I don't have the time or working knowledge of xml yet to create a valid, or even a good working test page. Anyone wanna try? :)Received on Wednesday, 9 July 2003 12:50:54 UTC
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I drank the #MeshCon cool-aid this year and it was awesome!
This is my fourth (possibly fifth) year attending the Mesh Conference.
Mesh continues to be my favourite digital media conference. It's where I go to hear new ideas, find out what's next, meet interesting new people and most importantly to be inspired.
Like any conference coming up on a decade Mesh can be hit and miss. I am nostalgic for the early years. I loved the focus on breakout sessions and workshops and the "unconference" feel of early Mesh. In the first few years I came away feeling like I had learned as much from participants as I did facilitators and presenters.
The later years formats have focused more on large plenary sessions that feel a bit too much like talking heads. The breakout sessions sometimes lean more towards a presenter selling the audience on their digital product or service instead of sharing their knowledge and experience.
The number one thing that will make or break a conference is meeting the right people. Who are the right people? For me, they are the people who inspire me. The people who I hear what they are doing and think ZOMG! That's so cool! These people bring out inner my fan-girl-geek and I love soaking up the amazing things that are happening and being made to happen by these innovators.
I am personally really glad @MikeRiverso was able to attend this year. He's volunteering at Mesh. I know Mike through the Toronto Area Gamers. I am totally envious and very proud of Mike. He is doing what many talk about and few do. He left a job he didn't like in tech to do stuff he wants to do including shows with his improv comedy troupe, going to as many social media-tech-PR conferences as possible and taking a new degree in PR to re-direct his career focus. I think it is truly inspiring to watch someone really take action to change something they are not happy about in their life and transform that into something amazing and creative and positive.
Mike introduced me to Daniel Solis, who for some inexplicable reason never made it onto my radar (someone please get this rock off me that I've been living under!). For those of who are thinking who the heck is Daniel Solis? He's a game designer and…. AND…. he's doing the art direction for the new Firefly game!!!! So, there went any professional decorum I might have tried to keep about me a quasi professional conference and my inner fan-girl took over.
Daniel and I went to the afternoon workshop on 3D printing… cause 3D printing! It was my favourite session of the day. The best part was the transformation of the room right at the beginning. Like good attendees we had all taken our seats at our tables while the facilitators seemed to be setting up some 3D printing demo. After a few minutes they realized we were waiting for them and told the room that if we wanted to go over and see the machines we were welcome to do so. It was like someone had just opened the toy box. The whole room came to life as everyone huddled around to get a look. To make it even more spectacular they gave us take home souvenirs.
@LiavKoren did most of the presentation for the 3D printing workshop. I don't know if he and Daniel knew each other in advance but following a failed attempt by Mike, Daniel and I to approach the climbing wall (we all decided we weren't dressed for it) we ended up back inside with Liav when Daniel uttered those magic words want to play a game?
Daniel had brought his prototype for Suspense Card Game. I'll review in another post, it's good, I should buy it, so should you.
Apparently starting up a table top (or floor top in this case) card game in the middle of a tech conference is a good way to draw attention. Jeremy Toeman @Jtoeman joined us for the next game Daniel introduced us to Koi Pond Card Game, also amazing, also deserves it's own review. Also must remember to buy this!
This was the point in the conference when I realize that I'm playing awesome games with three of the conference guests that I probably wouldn't have otherwise met if I wasn't such a gaming fan-girl. Totally awesome experience.
Throughout the game attendees and conference organizers dropped by to hear about the game and there were lots of photos of this strange non-tech activity.
Tweet pic from mesh organizer Mark Evans
Tweet pic from the meshcon twitter account
Tweet pic from Daniel for Suspense!
Tweet pic from Daniel for Koi Pond
Eventually we did get up off the floor and join the last of the networking session with mesh. I met more awesome people including Clint Tam who filled in on Koi Pond when Mike had to leave, Mary Margaret Jones, and new people many of the names I forget (I'm sorry, I suck with names, I hope to see you again tomorrow) including someone who has a dice-based drinking game (email me!).
This, for me, is what mesh is about. Not necessarily the games – yes, in this case the games! – but about connecting with people who have energy and ideas around all this new creative stuff, about leaving after a LONG day and feeling positive, energized and ready to go out into the world and do crazy good stuff.
Tomorrow is day 2 of the conference. Hoping to be able to see Justin Edmonstone again, Linda Williamson, and Elena Yunusov (it doesn't feel like mesh without Elena). Also very excited to see Corey Reid for the first time on a panel and hoping to hear more about Maker Faire Toronto.


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BROWNINGHAM added to . . .
Nathan Brown is highly entertaining as his super original one-man-band BROWNINGHAM which rounds off the perfect bill by opening the DAVID LIEBE HART and MAN FACTORY show.
Tuesday, Nov. 8th, 2011 – 8PM
DAVID LIEBE HART Band (from Tim & Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!)
Man Factory
@ Bryan St. Tavern
4315 Bryan Street
Dallas, TX
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Of Counsel
Rena has extensive experience litigating complex commercial, patent, trade secret, business tort, and consumer class actions in both federal and state court. She has represented clients in the technology, telecommunications, financial, insurance, and agriculture industries. Rena also has experience conducting internal investigations and representing clients in proceedings initiated by government agencies. She enjoys counseling clients and working with them to achieve favorable and practical results.
Rena began her legal career as an associate at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati in Palo Alto, California. Before joining Savitt Bruce & Willey, she was a partner at Mayer Brown, also in Palo Alto. Rena is a graduate of Vanderbilt University Law School.
Rena was raised in Singapore, Brussels, and Jakarta. She moved to Seattle after 15 years in California, but has learned to love precipitation. When not working, Rena spends time with family and friends, reads, and watches reality TV of dubious value.
Areas of Practice
- Contracts and Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Governance Disputes
- Financial and Banking Litigation
- Intellectual Property Litigation
Prior Professional Experience
- Stanford University, Office of Development, Stanford CA, 2014 – 2015
- Mayer Brown LLP, Palo Alto CA, 2005-2013
- Partner, 2009-2013
- Associate, 2005-2008
- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati PC, Palo Alto CA, 2000-2005
Philips Semiconductor BV et al. v. Amkor Technology, Inc. et al, and Cirrus Logic, Inc. v. Amkor Technology, Inc. and Fairchild Semiconductor, Inc. v. Amkor Technology, Inc. Defended semiconductor packaging company in series of actions involving defective chips; obtained complete defense verdict at jury trial
Donald Beevers v. Blue Shield of California. Obtained summary judgment for health insurance provider in breach of contract action.
Zoltan Stiener v. AT&T Mobility LLC. Helped telecommunications service provider compel arbitration in purported nationwide class action on behalf of iPhone purchasers alleging fraud and misrepresentation with respect to battery replacement.
Financial Services Claims. Represented large asset manager in SEC investigation related to alleged nondisclosures involving quantitative investment model.
Professional Associations & Leadership
- Washington State Bar Association
Civic & Community Leadership
- Eastside Legal Assistance Program, Attorney Volunteer
- Washington Women's Foundation
- Community Legal Services of East Palo Alto, Board of Directors, 2009-2014
- Vanderbilt University Law School, J.D., 2000
- President, Asian Pacific American Law Students Association
- Recipient, John A. Cortner Moot Court Competition Award
- University of Pennsylvania, B.A., 1994
Bar Admissions
- Washington
- California
- United States District Court, Western District of Washington
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Washington
- United States District Court, Northern District of California
- United States District Court, Eastern District of California
- United States District Court, Central District of California
- United States District Court. Southern District of California