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Video games can either be a source of tremendous entertainment and stress relief, or a cause for consternation. Parents and kids can blow off steam, or parents can watch in horror as their kids see imagery they are not ready for. To make sure that everyone in your household is getting the upside of games without the cons, keep reading.

Be aware of how multiplayer works. If you are buying a game solely for its multiplayer, make sure you have everything you need for it. If you plan on playing against someone in your household, you may find that you will need two copies of the game to play against each other.

Don\’t waste your money on survival guides. Video games are expensive, buying a guide on top of the video game makes them even more so. You can find free, in-depth guides online for just about any video game. Before you pay fifteen to thirty dollars for something you might not need, check online.

To find inexpensive games, consider visiting eBay. You can find a number of older titles at considerable prices. If you are patient, you can even score a system at a great price. Make sure; however, to look at a seller\’s history and reviews before you purchase from them. You want to buy from someone reputable.

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Monitor your child\’s video game playing time. Video games are extremely fun and very addictive. A child can get sucked into a game for hours on end if there is no parental supervision. Pay attention to the child\’s time and force breaks and maximum playing times to make sure your youngster still enjoys the world around him.

Always look at the platform before buying a game for your computer. If you own a computer made by Apple, for example, you cannot run a PC game on your system. Particularly, if you aren\’t paying attention, it is easy to make this mistake. Invest an extra minute in the buying process to determine that you have the right version of the game.

If as a parent you are concerned with video game content, control what downloadable mods are placed in the game. These downloadable mods are normally created by players, not the video game companies, so there is no rating system. What you thought was a relatively un-risky game can turn a lot worse with one of these mods.

Before your child plays a video game, play the game yourself. Don\’t only use ESRB ratings and the word of others. There may be content in the game that you really don\’t want to expose your child to, and the only way you\’ll know is by playing for a little while first.

If you have video game rules for your family, get them on paper and hang them up for all to see. A visual guide to the rules has much greater impact on behavior than rules that are simply spoken, but never written down. Place them in a well-trafficked area like on your refrigerator door.

Take video game breaks. Sitting in the same position for too long can be dangerous to your overall health. Force yourself every half an hour to hit that pause button and walk around the room for a bit. This will help your body as well as clear your mind.

If you are a gamer, you already know that video gaming can be a pretty expensive hobby. If you want to purchase the latest and greatest new game, it will usually cost you at least $50 or $60. Before you sink that kind of money in a new game, do your research and check out several reviews on this new game. Be sure it is one that will provide you with countless hours of pleasure before you purchase it.

If you are interested in a game that has a sequel (or two), go for the newest version of the game. In general, the newer it is, the more interesting the title will be. Therefore, don\’t start at the beginning and work your way through. Simply go for the best game at the beginning, especially if you have a limited budget.

The upsides of video games can include fun, entertainment and even education. The downsides range from addictive game play to younger individuals seeing and hearing things they are not old enough for. With luck, the ideas presented within this article can help you manage video games well within your home for everyone\’s benefit.

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Messi sets scoring record for Argentina; defeats USA in Copa América semis

Friday, June 24, 2016

On Tuesday, Argentina defeated the United States 4–0 in the Copa América Centenario semi-final with Gonzalo Higuaín scoring a brace in the second half. Argentinine Lionel Messi scored his 55th international goal from a free kick setting the nation’s scoring record.

Ezequiel Lavezzi scored from Messi’s assist in the third minute, providing Argentina an early lead. In the 31st minute, Argentina won a free-kick as Chris Wondolowski fouled Messi.

Equalling Gabriel Batistuta’s scoring record in the previous match against Venezuela winning 4–1, Messi scored his 55th international goal in the 32nd minute from a free kick in the top right corner.

In the second half, Higuaín scored from Brad Guzan’s saved rebound making the score 3–0 in the 50th minute. Messi assisted Higuaín around the 86th minute for the fourth goal of the match.

Argentina is to face defending champions Chile in the final in  East Rutherford, New Jersery, a rematch of last year’s final.

Debuting eleven years ago, Messi has scored five goals in the World Cup and seven in the Copa América.


20:00, June 21, 2016 (UTC-5)
United States 0–4 Argentina NRG Stadium, Houston, TexasAttendance: 70,858Referee: Enrique Cáceres, Paraguay
Chris Wondolowski 31′ 0–2 (HT) Ezequiel Lavezzi 3’Lionel Messi 32’Gonzalo Higuaín 50′, 85 or 86′

Borussia Dortmund captain Mats Hummels to join rivals Bayern Munich

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

In a deal announced yesterday, German association football defender Mats Hummels, the current captain of Borussia Dortmund (BVB), agreed to sign a five-year contract with his boyhood club — and arch rivals of Dortmund — Bayern Munich next season. The arrangement was conditional on Hummels undergoing medical tests before signing.

Mats is one of the best centre-backs in the world. With him we will increase the quality in our team even further.

Hummels previously spent twelve years with the Bavarians, Bayern Munich, coming from their youth system. He moved to Dortmund in 2007 after appearing that year in one Bundesliga match for Bayern.

With BVB, center back Hummels won two Bundesliga titles, one DFB-Pokal Cup in 2012 when they won the domestic double under Jürgen Klopp; and a silver medal in the 2013 UEFA Champions League. He also won the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

“Mats is one of the best centre-backs in the world”, said Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, chairman of FC Bayern München AG. “With him we will increase the quality in our team even further.” Dortmund’s CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke said Hummels had “always been open and fair towards” them.

Hummels is to join Bayern side on July 1 — one year before his pre-existing contract expires with BVB. Dortmund’s website quoted Hummels saying “the decision was not easy for me after eight and a half successful years with BVB. I have always been proud and am still proud to wear the BVB jersey and to be part of this extraordinary team.”

Dortmund is to face Bayern Munich in DFB-Pokal Cup this month. After joining Bayern, Hummels would share the dressing room with his former Dortmund teammates Robert Lewandowski and Mario Götze.

Indian Railways tie up with Bombardier Transportation

Thursday, November 9, 2006

The Indian Railways (IR) has tied up with the Canadian transport solutions major Bombardier Transportation to produce electronic freight locomotives in the country for the proposed Rupee (Rs) 22,000-crore (one crore is 10 million) dedicated freight corridors on the eastern and western routes.

Bombardier produces regional aircraft and business jets to rail transportation equipment.

Bombardier Transportation officials have met Railways’ officials for exploring the option of setting up a greenfield electronic freight locomotive manufacturing facility and an assembling unit in India.

Analysts feels that IR will need at least 500-600 electronic freight locomotives, besides the same number of diesel locomotives for dedicated freight corridors in the first phase. “Conservative estimates for a normal locomotive are between Rs 13 crore and Rs 15 crore. The investment required for manufacturing electronic freight locomotives is around Rs 10,000 crore,” the analysts said.

It is also been learned that IR would also pick up a stake in this project.

Bombardier President, Transportation, Andre Navarri confirmed talks with IR, “We are keen to take part in the dedicated freight corridor project, but the nature of the agreement with the Indian government is yet to be finalized.”

IR will come up with a detailed plan and tenders for the proposed corridor by mid-November.

History Of Chinese Massage Therapy

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Chinese massage therapy is divided into two types that are used for the same purpose. Tui Na and Zhi Ya are the two types of Chinese massage therapy used in ancient China as the main source of medical care during that time. It is said and believed that both have a great effect in balancing the energy of the body as well as relaxing the mind and body of a person.

Tui Na is the type of healing technique which is actually not a massage therapy but rather a more sophisticated type of healing which focuses on more serious problems such as cancer, musculoskeletal conditions, diseases and many other ailments including the minor conditions. The massage technique used for this type of Chinese massage therapy are stretching, pushing and kneading. The massage therapist can use different pressure and strength as he or she works on the different body parts of the patient during the massage therapy session. Zhi Ya on the other hand uses pinching and pressing on the various acupressure points of the patient s body.

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Chinese Massage therapy originated in Ancient China 5000 years ago and was used as a natural and complementary medical care that uses the aid of herbal medicines in its treatments. The Chinese massage therapy was inspired from the traditional Chinese medicine that started the development of various Chinese massage therapy, even up to its branches. Ancient records showing the evidence of the use of early massage therapy in China solidifies the belief that massage therapy is an effective alternative medicine. The Chinese during that time were focusing their ideas on herbs, exercise and therapeutic massages to keep the energy in the human body balanced in order to maintain a healthy condition. The oldest documents related on early massage therapy methods are written on an ancient text. This massage therapy is known as anmo for the Chinese which was also the basis of the Japanese type of massage called anma .

The Nei Ching or The Yellow Emperor s Classic of Internal Medicine which was attributed to Huang Tiu which was known as the writer of the The Yellow Emperor . Although some people doubt the fact that Huang Tiu was the one responsible for writing such informative medical text, the development and use of Chinese massage therapy became popular.

The Chinese massage therapy is a popular regular on the massage spas menu because of its great benefits to the healing and recovery of the patient s body. And because of its combination of healing capabilities as well as the relaxation of the mind and body, Chinese massage therapy is considered as a great addition to the regular medical care of those who are health conscious. Patients who had this type of massage therapy finds themselves having multiple benefits from relieved of body pain, increase of blood and oxygen circulation, relieve of stress, and release of muscle tension all over the body. Most patients also express the Chinese massage therapy experience as relaxing, revitalizing and pleasurable. It is a type of massage therapy worthy of being checked out.

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Suspected plane debris washes ashore on several Maldives islands

Sunday, August 9, 2015

Authorities are investigating what’s left of debris believed to belong to a plane, that washed ashore several small islands in the Maldives. The investigation began as a result of photos of the debris being uploaded to the social networking website Facebook. Some of the debris is reported to have washed ashore as early as May 31 and was found on a beach owned by the Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru resort, located in Kaafu Atoll. In the past few days, several other pieces of debris were recovered on at least three other islands. Authorities are trying to determine if it may be part of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 (MH370). Last week, a piece of a wing known as a flaperon, reported to be from MH370, was found washed ashore on Réunion Island.

Pictures taken of the objects recovered in the Maldives on, reportedly, May 31, were posted to Facebook by an employee of the resort. That prompted authorities to launch an investigation into the debris, but before it could be examined, it had already been sent away for disposal. The photographs show a large white object, possibly two, stained with algae and appear to be made of a fiberglass and honeycomb material. The objects appear to be several feet in length and width and in one photo where the paint is severely peeled, red letters “IC” can be seen. Those pieces, along with others, were taken away and disposed of as trash. When authorities discovered the photographs, they returned to the site, but only found a small, five to seven inch (about 13–18 cm) piece of debris they say doesn’t appear to be part of a plane.

According to the resort’s manager Mr. Naseem, the bigger pieces of debris and other waste were taken away and disposed of in the usual way. He added other forms of debris and trash with no value, such as buoys and suspected military waste, wash up on the islands all the time, especially during monsoon season. Local residents and resort workers regularly collect trash which is sent to the garbage island Thilafushi where it’s sorted, exported for recycling, or burned. Reports say at the time the debris was collected, no one suspected it could be from MH370.

“Although some of it was taken to Thilafushi, there is still a five or a seven inch piece on the resort. It was left because it is small. The management has decided to hand it over to the Police”, said an unnamed official to SunOnline, who said authorities don’t know if any of the debris taken away has been destroyed. The Serious and Organized Crime Unit of the Maldives Police Service and experts from the Maldives Civil Aviation Authority are heading the investigation.

Yesterday, reports stated several more pieces of debris, one piece measuring some eight feet by two feet (about 2.4 by 0.6 m), were found on Baa Atoll, Fehendhoo and Fulhahdhoo and washed ashore sometime in the past few days. One piece appears to have a serial number on the side, possibly reading ‘021411270507.’ Initially residents who found the debris took it home. “A resident had found the debris and taken it home. Nobody had thought twice about it then. When he heard about the discovery in Vabbinfaru resort we immediately called the Police,” said Mohamed Ibrahim, a councilman for Fehendhoo Island, to Haveeru Daily.

MH370, while flying from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Beijing, China, vanished without a trace on March 8, 2014. All 239 passengers and crew are believed to be dead. On the day the plane went missing, residents on the small Maldive island of Kudahuvadhoo claimed to have seen a very “low flying jumbo jet” crash into the Indian Ocean. Some also noted the colors appeared to resemble that of a Malaysia Airlines plane. “I’ve never seen a jet flying so low over our island before. We’ve seen seaplanes, but I’m sure that this was not one of those. I could even make out the doors on the plane clearly”, one resident was quoted as saying to the newspaper Haveeru Daily. Some claim the plane appeared to be headed in the direction of Diego Garcia.

According to The Huffington Post, Haveeru reported the witnesses were interviewed by authorities who deemed their statements to be truthful, but Maldive military officials along with Malaysian officials say no such aircraft was in Maldive airspace at the time MH370 went missing. “Based on the monitoring up to date, no indication of Flight MH370 has been observed on any military radars in the country [Maldives]. Furthermore, the data of radars at Maldives airports have also been analysed and shows no indication of the said flight”, said Malaysian Transport Minister Hishamuddin Hussein.

Wikinews interviews Tom Millican, independent candidate for US President

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

While nearly all cover of the 2008 Presidential election has focused on the Democratic and Republican candidates, the race for the White House also includes independents and third party candidates. These parties represent a variety of views that may not be acknowledged by the major party platforms.

As a non-partisan news source, Wikinews has impartially reached out to these candidates, throughout the campaign. The most recent of our interviews is North Carolina, Tom Millican, an independent corporate manager and Vietnam veteran.

Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with Progessive Conservative candidate Tyler Currie, Trinity-Spadina

Monday, October 1, 2007

Tyler Currie is running as an Progressive Conservative candidate in the Ontario provincial election, in the riding of Trinity-Spadina. Wikinews’ Nick Moreau interviewed him regarding his values, his experience, and his campaign.

Stay tuned for further interviews; every candidate from every party is eligible, and will be contacted. Expect interviews from Liberals, Progressive Conservatives, New Democratic Party members, Ontario Greens, as well as members from the Family Coalition, Freedom, Communist, Libertarian, and Confederation of Regions parties, as well as independents.

What To Buy For Your Home Bar

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No question that this is going to be expensive, but there are some things you can do to try to keep the cost more moderate. You might begin by stocking only the basic liquors. And, in any case, you do not need to purchase the premium brands at their whopping premium prices. If you really like them though, purchase enough for you and perhaps the one or two guests that can tell the difference, most people can t tell the difference between a twenty dollar bottle of scotch and two hundred dollar bottle of scotch. The truth of the matter is that most don t care.

Basic Liquors

These are a must to have in any home bar. With them, you can mix many a fine drink and they are the basis of most mixed drinks, cocktails, and shots.

Vodka

Gin

Rum

Whiskey

Tequila

These will go fast so stock a few bottles of each in reserve.

Beyond Basic Liquors

These are not absolutely essential to have on hand, but some of your guests may well ask for them. They also afford you a wider variety of drinks and shots that you are able to serve.

Scotch

Brandy

Cognac

Irish Whiskey

Jagermeister

Rumplemintz

Should you not be a scotch or cognac drinker you can steer clear of the high priced brands. Trying to stock high end scotch is a difficult task if you do not know what you’re looking at and can also get very expensive. Guests that drink high end liquor know what it costs and will forgive you if it is missing from behind your home bar.

Liqueurs and Cordials

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Blue Curacao

Midori

Cointreau

Grand Marnier

Triple Sec

Kahlua

Bailey s Irish Cream

Peach Tree

Puckers

Amaretto

Chambord

Frangellico

Cr me de Menthe

Cr me de Cacao

Anisette

Vermouth

Most of these can be found for less under the brand name of Mr. Boston. The great thing about stocking all of these liqueurs is the large number of different drinks that can be mixed with them. Since only a small amount is used for each drink, they should last a long time.

Non-alcoholic Drinks and Mixers

Grenadine

Sour Mix

Lime juice

Cola

Diet Cola

Red Bull

Orange juice

Pineapple juice

Cranberry juice

Grapefruit juice

Tomato juice

Sprite or 7up

Soda

Tonic

Ginger Ale

Cream

Milk

Don t buy the huge cans of juice, stick with the 8oz size. You will find them to last longer without spoilage. Obviously, if you are going to throw a big shindig, then buy enough for that. Milk and cream cannot be stored, so purchase them as needed and in small sizes.

Garnishes and Condiments

Cherries

Olives

Cocktail onions

Bitters

Worcester sauce

Tabasco sauce

Salt

Pepper

Lemons

Sugar

Limes

Oranges

Picks and stirs

Most of these can be stored for long periods in either the refrigerator or on a shelf or cabinet behind the bar. The fresh fruits will have to be replenished as used.

Okay, now you are properly stocked. Time to throw a party and show off your fine bar and your fine bartending skills.

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What’s So Great About Bananas

What’s so Great about Bananas

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A banana is not only one of the tastiest health foods around, it is a wonder snack too. It contains three natural sugars – fructose, glucose, and sucrose. These, combined with its fibre, provide a quick, sustained, and substantial energy boost.

Compared to an apple, it has four times the protein, five times the iron and vitamin A, three times the phosphorus, and twice the carbohydrate and other vitamins and minerals. Like other fruits, it contains no fat or cholesterol. It is a widely acknowledged fact that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is important for lowering the risk of diseases like cancer and heart disorders.

Potassium

Bananas are known for being high in potassium, one of the essential minerals that help regulate heartbeat, normal growth, muscle-building, and fluid balance in the body. It plays a role in nerve transmissions and muscle contractions, and so helps to prevent muscle cramping. It is also important for bone strength, as optimal intake of potassium reduces loss of calcium in urine, which in turn minimizes the risk of kidney stones.

Potassium helps to oxygenate the brain. Studies have shown that the potassium-rich fruit can improve learning by making students more alert.

Besides being rich in potassium, it is low in salt, which makes it ideal for preventing high blood pressure and protecting against atherosclerosis. From research carried out, the New England Journal of Medicine has reported that consuming bananas regularly can reduce strokes by as much as 40%. The US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has allowed the banana industry’s claims for the fruit’s ability to lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Vitamin B6

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Bananas are high in the B vitamins that help calm nerves. They are especially rich in vitamin B6 that is needed for normal growth and brain function, and that help the body eliminate toxic substances and fight off diseases, as well as regulate blood glucose levels and enhance moods. Vitamin B6 is also useful in cancer prevention, treatment of allergies, and in alleviating premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Iron

Bananas are rich in iron, which is needed for the production of hemoglobin to make red blood cells. A lesser-known fact about iron is that it is required for the immune system to function properly, and for resistance to disease and infections.

Stress

People suffering from depression can benefit from a banana. Bananas contain tryptophan, that the body converts to serotonin, a neurotransmitter that is used to regulate moods and induce relaxation.

Nicotine Withdrawal

Bananas are also said to be useful for people trying to give up smoking. The vitamin B6, B12, potassium, magnesium, and other vitamins and minerals present in them help the body recover more quickly, physically and psychologically, from nicotine withdrawal.

Digestive Health

Being high in pectin, a water-absorbent fibre, bananas can help in cases of both diarrhea and constipation, to restore normal bowel function. They are also exceptionally rich in a prebiotic-like compound, so called because it nourishes friendly bacteria (probiotics) in the colon, that are beneficial for digestive health. These friendly bacteria improve our ability to absorb nutrients such as calcium, and protect us from ‘bad’ bacteria in our gut.

Bananas have also long been recognized for their protective effects against stomach ulcers. They not only help eliminate the bacteria that cause ulcers, but can significantly increase the thickness of the protective mucous membrane on the inner walls of the stomach.

They can calm an upset stomach, neutralize acidity, and reduce irritation, especially in cases of chronic ulcers. As they neutralize acidity, they are a good way to reduce heartburn, by acting as a natural antacid.

Storage

The best bananas are, of course, the tree-ripened ones. They are also the sweetest.

Most bananas turn yellow when ripe, though there are reddish/purplish varieties as well. As bananas ripen, their starch turns to sugar and they become sweeter.

Commercially sold bananas are typically plucked and sold while still green. Store those over the counter at room temperature until they turn yellow. They are best eaten at this stage before they over-ripen, which is when the skin turns black and the flesh becomes mushy. You can store ripened bananas in the refrigerator. In the fridge, the skin of the fruit might continue to darken, but the flesh should still be firm.

To see the full range of benefits of nutrients like vitamin B6, iron and potassium, and their RDA, toxicity levels, and deficiency symptoms, see

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Iron Benefits

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Potassium Benefits

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