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Thursday, May 29, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Shorter Showers on US Campuses
Lucas Brown, a junior at Oberlin College here, was still wet from the shower the other morning as he entered his score on the neon green message board next to the bathroom sink: Three minutes, according to the plastic hourglass timer inside the shower. Two minutes faster than the morning before. One minute faster than two of his housemates.
Brown, a 21-year-old economics major, recalled the marathon runner who lived in the house last semester, saying: "He came out of the shower one morning and yelled out: ‘Two minutes 18 seconds. Beat that, Lucas!' “Another of Brown's seven housemates, Becky Bob-Waksberg, racked up the morning's longest shower: Eight minutes. The house cuts Bob-Waksberg slack, Brown said, because of her thick, curly hair, which takes longer to shampoo.
So it goes at Oberlin's new sustainability house — SEED, for Student Experiment in Ecological Design — a microcosm of a growing sustainability movement on campuses in the US, from small liberal arts colleges like Oberlin and Middlebury, in Vermont, to Lansing Community College in Michigan, to Morehouse in Atlanta, to public universities like the University of New Hampshire.
While previous generations focused on recycling and cleaning up rivers, these students want to combat global warming by figuring out ways to reduce carbon emissions in their own lives, starting with their own colleges. They also view the environment as broadly connected with social and economic issues, and their concerns include the displacement of low-income families after Hurricane Katrina and the creation of "green collar" jobs in places like the South Bronx. The mission is serious and yet, like life at the Oberlin house, it blends idealism, hands-on practicality, laid-back community and fun.
With their professors as collaborators, and with their own technological and political savvy, students are persuading administrators to switch to fossil-free fuel on campus — Middlebury is building an $11 million wood-chip-powered plant, part of its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2016 — serve locally grown food in dining halls and make hybrid cars available for shared transportation when, say, the distance is too far to bike and there is no bus. Students are planting organic gardens and competing in dorm energy-use Olympics. At Oberlin last year, some students in the winning dorm did not shower for two weeks, officials said.
Brown, a 21-year-old economics major, recalled the marathon runner who lived in the house last semester, saying: "He came out of the shower one morning and yelled out: ‘Two minutes 18 seconds. Beat that, Lucas!' “Another of Brown's seven housemates, Becky Bob-Waksberg, racked up the morning's longest shower: Eight minutes. The house cuts Bob-Waksberg slack, Brown said, because of her thick, curly hair, which takes longer to shampoo.
So it goes at Oberlin's new sustainability house — SEED, for Student Experiment in Ecological Design — a microcosm of a growing sustainability movement on campuses in the US, from small liberal arts colleges like Oberlin and Middlebury, in Vermont, to Lansing Community College in Michigan, to Morehouse in Atlanta, to public universities like the University of New Hampshire.
While previous generations focused on recycling and cleaning up rivers, these students want to combat global warming by figuring out ways to reduce carbon emissions in their own lives, starting with their own colleges. They also view the environment as broadly connected with social and economic issues, and their concerns include the displacement of low-income families after Hurricane Katrina and the creation of "green collar" jobs in places like the South Bronx. The mission is serious and yet, like life at the Oberlin house, it blends idealism, hands-on practicality, laid-back community and fun.
With their professors as collaborators, and with their own technological and political savvy, students are persuading administrators to switch to fossil-free fuel on campus — Middlebury is building an $11 million wood-chip-powered plant, part of its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2016 — serve locally grown food in dining halls and make hybrid cars available for shared transportation when, say, the distance is too far to bike and there is no bus. Students are planting organic gardens and competing in dorm energy-use Olympics. At Oberlin last year, some students in the winning dorm did not shower for two weeks, officials said.
Carmen Electra is not planning for kids soon
Carmen Electra is in love and about to walk the down the aisle once again, but she admits that she is in no hurry to become a mummy.
Carmen, engaged to Rob Patterson, says that she does not want to rush into motherhood anytime soon.
"I hope to be a mom some day, but I'm not rushing to be one," Carmen told People at Shrine at MGM Grand at Foxwoods in Connecticut.
"It would be a lot of fun. A lot of hard work, but I'll look forward to it someday," she said.
The actress is said to have taken time out from filming her latest movie Mardi Gras in New Orleans to meet Patterson's parents.
"They're really cool. We had a great day today and . . . we're looking forward to doing some dancing then going straight back to New Orleans," she said.
Carmen, who is 36-years-old, is not busy only with her movie, but also with releasing her own new line of portable stripper poles so ladies can get a work out Carmen style.
"They're so much fun. I actually put one up in my living room with the help of a girlfriend.
"Pole dancing really isn't as easy as it looks. I'm still taking pointers. It's a good workout," she added.
Carmen, engaged to Rob Patterson, says that she does not want to rush into motherhood anytime soon.
"I hope to be a mom some day, but I'm not rushing to be one," Carmen told People at Shrine at MGM Grand at Foxwoods in Connecticut.
"It would be a lot of fun. A lot of hard work, but I'll look forward to it someday," she said.
The actress is said to have taken time out from filming her latest movie Mardi Gras in New Orleans to meet Patterson's parents.
"They're really cool. We had a great day today and . . . we're looking forward to doing some dancing then going straight back to New Orleans," she said.
Carmen, who is 36-years-old, is not busy only with her movie, but also with releasing her own new line of portable stripper poles so ladies can get a work out Carmen style.
"They're so much fun. I actually put one up in my living room with the help of a girlfriend.
"Pole dancing really isn't as easy as it looks. I'm still taking pointers. It's a good workout," she added.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Oprah Winfrey Suffering Thyroid Disease
Oprah Winfrey, highest-rated talk show in the history of television was struggling with thyroid disease. Oprah has been struggling with added weight gain since her 2007 diagnosis with hypothyroidism. Winfrey started a the 21-day program, in which she will not eat any meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy, animal products, caffeine, sugar, gluten and alcohol.
Thyroid disease affects as many as 59 million Americans, the majority of them women, and the majority of sufferers are undiagnosed. So it's no surprise that many women, aware of Oprah's recent challenges, and experiencing similar symptoms, are now wondering if they too might have a thyroid condition. People with autoimmune diseases, especially those with hypothyroidism should be tested for a B-12 deficiency and anemia. B12 Deficiencies and Thyroid disease go hand in hand.
Vitamin B-12 is necessary for the proper growth and development of your body's red blood cells. Pernicious anemia, a disease that was fatal before 1920, can result when the body does not absorb enough vitamin B-12. It was discovered that pernicious anemia could be cured by eating large amounts of liver, and later it was found that liver contains quantities of both vitamin B-12 and a substance which your body requires to effectively absorb vitamin B-12.
It is thought that B-12 may also play a role in controlling blood levels of homocysteine, the amino acid which is believed to cause damage to blood vessels. Taking supplements of vitamins B-12, B-6 and folic acid has been shown to return the level of homocysteine to normal, and thus it is believed that these B vitamins may provide valuable protection against heart disease.
Additionally, vitamin B-12 is necessary for the function of all nerve fibres, and for the production of genetic material within cells.
Thyroid disease affects as many as 59 million Americans, the majority of them women, and the majority of sufferers are undiagnosed. So it's no surprise that many women, aware of Oprah's recent challenges, and experiencing similar symptoms, are now wondering if they too might have a thyroid condition. People with autoimmune diseases, especially those with hypothyroidism should be tested for a B-12 deficiency and anemia. B12 Deficiencies and Thyroid disease go hand in hand.
Vitamin B-12 is necessary for the proper growth and development of your body's red blood cells. Pernicious anemia, a disease that was fatal before 1920, can result when the body does not absorb enough vitamin B-12. It was discovered that pernicious anemia could be cured by eating large amounts of liver, and later it was found that liver contains quantities of both vitamin B-12 and a substance which your body requires to effectively absorb vitamin B-12.
It is thought that B-12 may also play a role in controlling blood levels of homocysteine, the amino acid which is believed to cause damage to blood vessels. Taking supplements of vitamins B-12, B-6 and folic acid has been shown to return the level of homocysteine to normal, and thus it is believed that these B vitamins may provide valuable protection against heart disease.
Additionally, vitamin B-12 is necessary for the function of all nerve fibres, and for the production of genetic material within cells.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Angelina Jolie's ex Billy Bob Thornton congratulates on her pregnancy
American actress Angelina Jolie has been congratulated by her ex husband Billy Bob Thornton on her pregnancy.
Angelina recently confirmed that she and partner Brad Pitt are expecting twins later in the year, and Thornton, who had divorced her 5-years ago, is thrilled to bits with the news.
"I think she was always meant to be a mother in so many ways. I'm just so happy for her,” Contactmusic quoted him as telling America's OK! magazine.
"I'm happy for the kids to have a mother like her and a father like him," he stated.
Besides praising her for her pregnancy, Thornton also praised Angelina for her goodwill and humanitarian efforts.
"I'm astounded that somebody has that kind of passion and that much energy for something that actually does affect people and help people out," he added.
Thornton had first met Angelina Jolie on the set of 1999 movie Pushing Tin and the pair married in 2000.
Angelina recently confirmed that she and partner Brad Pitt are expecting twins later in the year, and Thornton, who had divorced her 5-years ago, is thrilled to bits with the news.
"I think she was always meant to be a mother in so many ways. I'm just so happy for her,” Contactmusic quoted him as telling America's OK! magazine.
"I'm happy for the kids to have a mother like her and a father like him," he stated.
Besides praising her for her pregnancy, Thornton also praised Angelina for her goodwill and humanitarian efforts.
"I'm astounded that somebody has that kind of passion and that much energy for something that actually does affect people and help people out," he added.
Thornton had first met Angelina Jolie on the set of 1999 movie Pushing Tin and the pair married in 2000.
Scarlett, Penelope to kiss on-screen
Hollywood stunners Scarlett Johansson and Penelope Cruz are all set to sizzle on screen with a lesbian kiss.
The scene, set in a red-tinted photography dark room, features in Woody Allen's upcoming release Vicky Cristina Barcelona .
This is not the first time that Penelope is sharing an on-screen lesbian kiss.
Allen's muse Scarlett plays Christina, one of two American backpackers in Spain who gets involved with a painter (Bardem), and his jealous ex-girlfriend, played by Penelope.
"It is extremely erotic. People will be blown away and even shocked," the Daily Telegraph quoted a source, as telling the New York Post .
The scene, set in a red-tinted photography dark room, features in Woody Allen's upcoming release Vicky Cristina Barcelona .
This is not the first time that Penelope is sharing an on-screen lesbian kiss.
Allen's muse Scarlett plays Christina, one of two American backpackers in Spain who gets involved with a painter (Bardem), and his jealous ex-girlfriend, played by Penelope.
"It is extremely erotic. People will be blown away and even shocked," the Daily Telegraph quoted a source, as telling the New York Post .
Friday, May 16, 2008
market-researchcouncil.com
Has any body got the $500 gift card from this site (market-researchcouncil.com). Is it yet another scam?
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Bollywood roads lead to Goa!
All Bollywood roads lead to Goa at some time. Right from the days when Shashi Kapoor rented a house here and brother Raj was inspired to make Bobby, his blockbuster of the 1970s, on the sunny, palm-fringed beaches with their picturesque fishing villages.
Now, with private airlines and jets, chartered flights, and better roads, Goa is almost an extension of Mumbai for Bollywood’s glam citizens to wipe off the grease paint and be sussegad over the weekends.
Salman Khan usually lands up here twice a year with his family and girlfriend Katrina Kaif. They laze around the beaches, feeding on blackened cajun prawns and haldi chilli paneer, soaking in the sun and riding the surf. Katrina recalled their last holiday, “We brought in the New Year in Goa. You can relax and let your hair down without anyone watching you.” Malaika Arora and Arbaaz have come closer to Goa by buying a Portuguese villa here. Sister Amrita Arora, says Goa provides everything, “From a wild beach party to a peaceful spot on the coastline.”
Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan likes to spend quality time in Goa with wife Gauri and friends Karan Johar, Kajal Anand, Maheep Kapur, Bhavna and Chunkey Pandey. And Bipasha Basu and John Abraham, Rani Mukerji and family, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Kajol and Ajay Devgan are others who frequent Goa more than twice a year. Shilpa Shetty’s earliest visit was a family outing. “Exotic locales, better still exotic food made Goa so fascinating. I remember we had gone to a shack on the beach and ordered a dish that we spotted on the other table. Later we realised it was octopus,” the lanky actress recalled.
As much as party revellers would like to believe, Goa’s not just about night-time highs. Those with daytime energy like Akshay Kumar participate in water sports or go on fishing excursions and trekking. Akki and wife Twinkle have also bought an old Portuguese bungalow on Anjuna Beach. “I like to soak in the beauty and the serenity of the place,” he said.
It’s not just Christmas and New Year that Bollywood celebrates in Goa, but also birthdays and Valentine Day. Bipasha celebrated hers with John, “It’s a very special place for John and me. Goa’s our regular stress buster.” And Shilpa Shetty, who celebrated Valentine’s Day here with boyfriend Raj Kundhra, said, “If you are with someone special, everything about the place becomes special.” Kareena Kapoor, too, celebrated her birthday in Goa with family and close friends. She was on a five-day vacation. Amitabh Bachchan too, who shot his first film Saat Hindustaani in Goa, has lovely memories. “It’s one of the most beautiful states India has. During those days, there were hardly any hotels, but dense jungles. Whatever one or two hotels they had, we would go to and stay in. It was so much fun then,” said Bachchan.
But there are some stars who needed marriage to visit Goa. Madhuri Dixit never visited Goa till she was married to Dr Sriram Nene. “Goa will always remain special because of that. We went to the beach and the temples. It was so beautiful,” she said.
Others who love Goa include Esha Deol. “Since I’m a beach bum, Goa is one of the best spots India has to offer me,” she said. Pooja Bedi, who goes to Goa at least three-four times a year, loves the fact that she can frolic on the beaches in a bikini without being harassed. Raima Sen loves the seafood and Rohit Roy treats Goa as a hotspot for family holidays. But Munnabhai aide Arshad Warsi sums up best what Goa means to Bollywood when he said, “I love Goa, the place slows me down.”
Now, with private airlines and jets, chartered flights, and better roads, Goa is almost an extension of Mumbai for Bollywood’s glam citizens to wipe off the grease paint and be sussegad over the weekends.
Salman Khan usually lands up here twice a year with his family and girlfriend Katrina Kaif. They laze around the beaches, feeding on blackened cajun prawns and haldi chilli paneer, soaking in the sun and riding the surf. Katrina recalled their last holiday, “We brought in the New Year in Goa. You can relax and let your hair down without anyone watching you.” Malaika Arora and Arbaaz have come closer to Goa by buying a Portuguese villa here. Sister Amrita Arora, says Goa provides everything, “From a wild beach party to a peaceful spot on the coastline.”
Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan likes to spend quality time in Goa with wife Gauri and friends Karan Johar, Kajal Anand, Maheep Kapur, Bhavna and Chunkey Pandey. And Bipasha Basu and John Abraham, Rani Mukerji and family, Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Kajol and Ajay Devgan are others who frequent Goa more than twice a year. Shilpa Shetty’s earliest visit was a family outing. “Exotic locales, better still exotic food made Goa so fascinating. I remember we had gone to a shack on the beach and ordered a dish that we spotted on the other table. Later we realised it was octopus,” the lanky actress recalled.
As much as party revellers would like to believe, Goa’s not just about night-time highs. Those with daytime energy like Akshay Kumar participate in water sports or go on fishing excursions and trekking. Akki and wife Twinkle have also bought an old Portuguese bungalow on Anjuna Beach. “I like to soak in the beauty and the serenity of the place,” he said.
It’s not just Christmas and New Year that Bollywood celebrates in Goa, but also birthdays and Valentine Day. Bipasha celebrated hers with John, “It’s a very special place for John and me. Goa’s our regular stress buster.” And Shilpa Shetty, who celebrated Valentine’s Day here with boyfriend Raj Kundhra, said, “If you are with someone special, everything about the place becomes special.” Kareena Kapoor, too, celebrated her birthday in Goa with family and close friends. She was on a five-day vacation. Amitabh Bachchan too, who shot his first film Saat Hindustaani in Goa, has lovely memories. “It’s one of the most beautiful states India has. During those days, there were hardly any hotels, but dense jungles. Whatever one or two hotels they had, we would go to and stay in. It was so much fun then,” said Bachchan.
But there are some stars who needed marriage to visit Goa. Madhuri Dixit never visited Goa till she was married to Dr Sriram Nene. “Goa will always remain special because of that. We went to the beach and the temples. It was so beautiful,” she said.
Others who love Goa include Esha Deol. “Since I’m a beach bum, Goa is one of the best spots India has to offer me,” she said. Pooja Bedi, who goes to Goa at least three-four times a year, loves the fact that she can frolic on the beaches in a bikini without being harassed. Raima Sen loves the seafood and Rohit Roy treats Goa as a hotspot for family holidays. But Munnabhai aide Arshad Warsi sums up best what Goa means to Bollywood when he said, “I love Goa, the place slows me down.”
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