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Sunday, August 4, 2013
Google launches Android Device Manager, lets you locate your misplaced droid
Google is about to launch its own service that lets you locate your misplaced Android device or protect your data and privacy in case it gets stolen. The service is dubbed Android Device Manager and will let you ring your phone at maximum volume so you can locate it, even if silent mode has been enabled.
In case the smartphone/tablet is not in your immediate vicinity, you will be able to locate it on a map in real time.
There?s also going to be an option to remotely erase all data on a phone that you are unable to retrieve or has been stolen. This means that you can prevent your sensitive private data from falling in the wrong hands.
The Android Device Manager service will be available later this month for devices running Android 2.2 or above. There will also be an Android app to allow you to easily find and manage your devices.
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Saturday, August 3, 2013
Facebook stock closes above $38
Facebook's stock has closed above its IPO price for the first time since the online social networking leader made its debut on Wall Street more than 14 months ago.
The shares gained 56 cents to finish Friday's session at $38.05. That's the stock's highest closing price since ending its first day of trading at $38.23 in May of last year.
The stock has been soaring since last week when Facebook reported better second-quarter earnings than analysts anticipated.
Facebook Inc. priced its initial public offering at $US38 per share amid lofty expectations that investors would be clamouring to buy a stake in one of the world's best-known websites.
Instead, worries about the Menlo Park, California, company's growth prospects triggered a sell-off that dropped the stock as low as $17.55.
Source: http://finance.ninemsn.com.au/newsbusiness/aap/8700230/facebook-stock-closes-above-38
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Nordic Skiing Head Coach, Amherst Regional High School, MA
Amherst Regional High School is looking for a new head coach for their Nordic Ski Program.? The program was established 5 years ago and has grown into a respectable team which competes in the Berkshire League throughout Western Massachusetts.? The program is comprised of approximately 30 dedicated skiers and their supportive parents, one paid assistant coach, and many volunteer assistant coaches.? The Head Coach is responsible for:
-?????? Designing a training program that will develop both novice and experienced skiers while promoting positive life skills and sportsmanship.
-?????? Maintaining the positive relationship between athletes, parents, and assistant coaches.
-?????? Supervise skiers during travel, practice and meets.
To inquire get about the position please contact Nat Woodruff, Current Nordic Head Coach, at (617) 939-4317, woodruffn@arps.org.? To apply for the position please contact Rich Ferro, ARHS Athletic Director, at (413) 362-1747, ferror@arps.org.
Source: http://fasterskier.com/article/nordic-skiing-head-coach-amherst-regional-high-school-ma/
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Friday, August 2, 2013
South Korean oil company finds a novel way to save gas. [VIDEO]
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Researchers find gray wolf-grizzly bear link in Yellowstone
Reintroduction of the gray wolf to Yellowstone National Park has boosted an important food source for the threatened grizzly bear, researchers have found in an example of how the return of a top predator can have far-reaching ecological effects.
A study published this week in the Journal of Animal Ecology is essentially a tale of who eats what.
When wolves returned to the park in 1995 after a 70-year absence, they preyed on elk herds that browsed on trees and shrubs.
The elk population, which had exploded without the wolves, dropped. The over-browsed plants began to rebound, including berry-producing shrubs that provide nutritious summer meals for grizzlies when they are fattening up for hibernation.
"The grizzly bear uses some of the same plants that the prey of the wolf uses," said William Ripple, an Oregon State University professor of forest ecosystems and lead author of the study. "The reintroduction of one top predator is potentially affecting another top predator through this food web."
Ripple and his fellow researchers at OSU and Washington State University compared the frequency of fruit found in grizzly bear scat to elk numbers before and after the wolf reintroduction. Over a 19-year period, they found that the average proportion of fruit in grizzly scat rose significantly after wolves returned to Yellowstone and the elk population fell.
The scientists examined and rejected other possible explanations for the smaller, pre-wolf proportion of fruit in grizzly diets, such as climate influences or the operation of open-pit garbage dumps that served as bear mess halls before the last one was closed in 1970.
Previous research by Ripple and colleagues has demonstrated other ways in which the gray wolf's return has had a cascading effect in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the wildest in the lower 48 states.
Ripple's work was the first to show that aspens declined after wolves were eliminated from the park in the 1920s. When wolves returned and drove down the elk numbers, scientists saw a resurgence of aspen, cottonwood and willows in some parts of the park that has in turn led to an increase in beavers.
"We're in the early stages of this ecosystem recovery," Ripple said. "This is what we call passive restoration. We put the wolf back in and then we let nature take its course."
In the case of the grizzly, the paper's authors said increasing berry production could help make up for the loss of whitebark pine nuts, another bear food that is threatened by climate change.
The Yellowstone region's whitebark pines have been dying en masse, the victim of beetle kills promoted in part by milder winters. Wildlife biologists worry that the diminishing nut crop could hurt grizzly survival.
Frank van Manen, a federal wildlife biologist and leader of the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team for the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, said that Ripple's study was intriguing but that experiments were needed to prove the wolf-bear connection.
"I look at this as more of a hypothesis rather than an established cause and effect," said van Manen, adding that his team has found that bears ate a lot of berries in some years before the wolf's return.
"There's no real scientific consensus yet about a lot of these cascading effects," he said. "If we really want to answer some of these questions about ecological cascades, we're going to have to set up some pretty intensive and broad-scale experiments."
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Thursday, August 1, 2013
Experts: Health risks higher from packaged greens
In this image provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a photomicrograph of a fresh stool sample, which had been prepared using a 10% formalin solution, and stained with modified acid-fast stain, reveals the presence of four Cyclospora cayetanensis oocysts in the field of view. Iowa and Nebraska health officials said Tuesday, July 30, 2013, that a prepackaged salad mix is the source of a cyclospora outbreak that sickened more than 178 people in both states. Cyclospora is a rare parasite that causes a lengthy gastrointestinal illness. (AP Photo/Centerd for Disease Control and Prevention)
In this image provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a photomicrograph of a fresh stool sample, which had been prepared using a 10% formalin solution, and stained with modified acid-fast stain, reveals the presence of four Cyclospora cayetanensis oocysts in the field of view. Iowa and Nebraska health officials said Tuesday, July 30, 2013, that a prepackaged salad mix is the source of a cyclospora outbreak that sickened more than 178 people in both states. Cyclospora is a rare parasite that causes a lengthy gastrointestinal illness. (AP Photo/Centerd for Disease Control and Prevention)
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) ? The outbreak of a stomach bug two states have linked to bagged salad came as little surprise to food safety experts, who say the process of harvesting, washing and packaging leafy greens provides numerous opportunities for contamination.
Although nutritionists stress the chances of getting sick from vegetables are low compared to the dangers of a diet without them, packaged salads heighten the risk because leaves from several batches often are mixed together.
"The washing and comingling of different batches of lettuce means a hazard that may appear in one field can show up in lots of bags of lettuce because of the common bath," said Caroline Smith DeWaal, director of the food safety program for the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a consumer health advocacy organization based in Washington.
Officials in Iowa and Nebraska say a packaged salad mix containing iceberg and romaine lettuce, carrots and red cabbage was infected with cyclospora, a parasite blamed for sickening 397 people in 16 states. It's not clear whether the produce also was to blame for the outbreak in the other states.
Last year the Food and Drug Administration issued more than 20 recalls for packaged salads, romaine lettuce or spinach. Most were due to tests finding listeria or E. coli bacteria, both of which can cause serious illness.
However, of the 693 food product recalls between October 2011 and September 2012 ? the last available year of records ? only about 15 pertained to bagged lettuce or salads, according to FDA data.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has estimated that one in six Americans ? 48 million people ? get sick from foodborne illnesses each year. About 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die.
In March the CDC released a study that looked at more than 4,500 food-related outbreaks between 1998 and 2008 and found more illnesses attributed to leafy vegetables ? 22 percent ? than to any other food. The agency didn't say what percentage of those was packaged.
Dr. Robert Tauxe, the CDC's deputy director of foodborne, waterborne and environmental diseases, said the industry that cuts and bags fresh produce has made significant improvements in its processes since 2006. An outbreak that year tied to E. coli-contaminated spinach caused three deaths and sickened 205 people.
"A lot has been done so that actually the bagged lettuce-type produce is a good deal safer now that it was five years ago," he said.
Michael Doyle, director of the University of Georgia's Center for Food Safety, said lettuce is susceptible to contamination because it grows close to the ground and is more susceptible to microbial contamination. Water used for irrigation can be contaminated, and there could be issues with workers lacking good hygienic practices, he said.
"There are a lot of inherent issues and that's why we're seeing so many recalls and problems," Doyle said. "I don't eat bagged salads if I can avoid them. I haven't for a long time because I know how they're processed and there's no true kill step in that process that will kill harmful bacteria in the lettuce."
Head lettuce is easier to clean because contaminants reside on the outside leaves, which can be removed and the head washed. Leaf lettuce like romaine and spinach, often the subject of recalls, are harder to clean because of their stalky nature.
When lettuce is cut it attempts to heal the cut by sealing it to keep moisture in, but if a processing facility has contaminated water that sealing process could also seal in some contaminants into the leaf, making them more difficult to wash away, Doyle said.
Even still, the risk from eating package salads is tiny, said Scott Horsfall, chief executive officer of the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, a trade group of shippers of green leaf products.
The organization estimates about 50 billion servings of leafy green vegetables leave California and Arizona every year and little of it has any issues.
"Any illness is too many, but the reality is the food supply is very safe," he said.
He said the industry focuses on preventing contamination from reaching vegetables by walking fields and assessing environmental risks including intrusion from animals, enforcing worker cleanliness rules, requiring frequent water testing, and testing fertilizer and compost to eliminate pathogens.
Packaged salad mixes are about 14.8 percent of the $45 billion fresh vegetables market, according to Progressive Grocer's 2012 Consumer Expenditures Study released in September. That $6 billion in sales has grown significantly from about $600 million a decade ago.
Cyclospora is caused by parasites that are spread when people ingest food or water contaminated with feces. People who are exposed usually become sick after about a week and have bad diarrhea and other flu-like symptoms that can last from a few days to several months if untreated with antibiotics.
Iowa Epidemiologist Dr. Patricia Quinlisk said she is convinced the product that sickened people is gone, either eaten or expired.
"I would feel very comfortable buying or eating at a restaurant prepackaged salad mixtures," she said. "The risk would be so low as to not discourage me from it."
Jennifer Nelson, an associate professor of nutrition at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, said ultimately consumers shouldn't shy away from an otherwise important part of a healthy diet because of a small risk of contamination.
"Any food does bring along with it some inherent risk. It all gets back to common sense in food preparation," she said. "If you are going to be eating leafy greens be sure you wash them, even prewashed lettuce. Give it several good washes and rinses and you're about as assured as you can be of being as safe as possible."
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Pre-Order Your PS4 Now ? Sony Imposing UK-Wide Limit
There appears to be such a high demand for Sony?s next generation black box?that they?re having to impose a pre-order limit in the UK so as to not disappoint fans eager to get the system on day one.
Speaking to CVG, retail sources have confirmed that orders should be placed ?before next week? in order for them to be fulfilled on launch day, meaning an effective pre-order deadline of August 5th if you want your PS4 as soon as possible.
This deadline will be across the UK and perhaps even Europe, though there?s no word on whether they?ll be bringing a similar system in for the US or Japan.
If you?re not a fan of pre-ordering, then retailers have been promised extra units for general sale, meaning if you?re there nice and early (or at a midnight launch), you?ll have a good chance of getting a system.
I?ve just placed a provisional order with Amazon, though I?ll likely go to a midnight launch or elsewhere nearer release. How about you?
Source: http://www.thesixthaxis.com/2013/07/31/pre-order-your-ps4-now-sony-imposing-uk-wide-limit/
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Where the Wild Things Are: Camping with Babies and Toddlers ...
In the summer, campgrounds are crawling (sometimes literally) with babies, toddlers and young families. But many new parents may hesitate to head into the wild, as they wonder whether camping with a tot will be safe, enjoyable or worth the hassle.
Don?t abandon your dreams of an al fresco vacation quite yet ? camping with a baby may be easier than you think. ?Camping is easiest when they?re small and portable. You just put them in a carrier and go!? says Sandra Kimmet, a mom of three. But whether you pack your new baby and related gear in the family car for an outdoor adventure this summer, or sit it out for a few seasons, depends on your level of experience with both camping and parenting.
?New parents may not be ready to take their newborn to the grocery store, much less to the outback,? says Michelle Terry, M.D., a pediatrician with Seattle Children?s Hospital. But veteran parents, particularly those with camping experience, may have no problems executing a quick campground or backpacking getaway. Here?s how to plan a memorable camping trip with your new plus-one.
Stay Warm
Nighttime temperatures at state and national parks can dip into the 40s, even at the height of summer. Because babies lose heat more quickly than older children and adults, your little one will need some help staying cozy at night.
?Below 50 degrees, or 60 degrees in wet, windy weather, body temperature can drop if babies are wearing inadequate clothing,? says Terry. Keep babies and young toddlers warm at night with several layers of clothing (preferably fleece or wool), thick socks and a hat for sleeping. In especially chilly climes, be watchful for cool, clammy skin, which indicates that a baby needs an extra layer or two. Early symptoms of hypothermia include cold, pale, or blue-gray skin, shivering and decreased alertness.
Stay Safe
Surrounded by lush greenery and towering trees, many campsites look idyllic ? but they?re home to plenty of hazards for very young campers. Before pitching your tent, inspect the campground for sharp rocks, matches, sharp sticks, knives or garbage left by previous campers. ?Be on the lookout for potential choking hazards. Debris could easily make its way into curious hands or mouths,? advises Terry.
Watch out for plants that could irritate (hello, poison ivy) or sicken children, like St. John?s Wort, poppies or philodendron. High altitude is another concern ? don?t take babies above 2500 feet too rapidly. ?It will be cold and the baby may have trouble breathing,? says Terry.
Use a portable play yard to safely contain a little one while you start a campfire or cook dinner; keep active babies safely inside the tent at night by safety-pinning the tent zippers together. ?The bottom line is that babies and toddlers need constant supervision,? says Terry. ?Accidents happen when everyone is watching the baby and no one is watching the baby, all at the same time.?
Stay Busy
Don?t plan on hanging around the campsite; a bored toddler is bound to develop an unsafe fascination with the firepit or garbage bag. When camping with little ones, staying active keeps everyone cheerful (and ? added bonus ? helps tire kids out for bedtime). Dad Brian Mark has camped with his kids Lola, 4, and Aksel, 2, since they were babies. ?Walk them around as much as possible,? he says. ?Take kids to look for firewood, and let toddlers collect smooth rocks or bundles of sticks.?
The good news: kids under two don?t need much stimulation to stay happy. Most will be thrilled to simply wander the campground (with Mom or Dad close at hand), admiring the scenery and making friends with other campers. Comb local beaches, visit landmarks and don?t be afraid to drive to the nearest town for a meal or a cup of hot cocoa or coffee ? a camping trip with a baby is not the time to rough it, notes Terry. More adventurous families can check in with the ranger?s station for a map of local hiking trails.
Stay Happy
When camping with tots, don?t sweat the small stuff, advises Georgiann Derieg, a mom of seven. ?When we camp, I dress kids in clothes destined for the Goodwill pile so I don?t need to worry about dirt, stains or rips.?
The outcome of your trip may be determined before you leave the driveway; often, the difference between a great tip and a forgettable one is what you pack. Tricycles, baby carriers, simple toys, trash bags, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, extra diapers, flashlights and batteries are must-haves. (Derieg keeps extra flashlights around the tent and one under her pillow at night to handle middle-of-the-night parent duties.)
?Don?t forget to bring a portable play pen, a standing seat or a back carrier so that babies can check things out safely,? says Terry. And, of course, pack your fully charged camera, so decades from now you can pull out pictures that prove your child was camping before he could walk.
Category: 2013_August, Summer Fun, Travel
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