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November 30th, 2009
Would you want to be in a movie that is watched all around the world? Some people would be willing to pay for the privilege. And some people do it just for the love of adventure and a good story. In the science fiction and fantasy community many people make fan films and upload them to the Internet. While this activity does not normally merit much comment, one movie is generating quite a buzz across the Web.
Launched as an all-volunteer effort in 2006, “Born of Hope” is set in the same cinematic universe as Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings” movies. That is, the film-makers decided that “Born of Hope” should be compatible with, and resemble as much as possible, Jackson’s movie trilogy, which was based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings.
Ever since the Tolkien forum Web first learned about the project fans have been excited about seeing another movie set in (or paying homage to) Peter Jackson’s Middle-earth. The only movies that have been sanctioned for inclusion in the Jackson canon are Guillermo del Toro’s Hobbit movies, which are scheduled for release in 2011 and 2012. But fans are willing to make an exception for rare high quality fan films.
More information has been posted at bornofhope.com, the official home site of the fan film production. The movie is scheduled for general release on the Internet on December 1, 2009. Admission is free.
Continue Reading November 30th, 2009
As well as being beneficial to vision, glasses comprise part of how you look and are subject to fashion. You also don’t wish to wear uncomfortable glasses and certainly you don’t want to own many or to have to replace them too often. Picking out the right eyeglasses is made easier when you know the diverse advantages and disadvantages of rimmed, semi-rimless, and rimless glasses. Make sure of getting the ideal pair at your first try - and stress free
Continue Reading November 30th, 2009
If back pain interferes with your quality of life, finding an effective therapy or cure soon becomes a huge priority. Conventional operations are frequently ruled out due to the fact that the surgeon can’t discover the problem. On top of all that, even if he can, there is no guarantee that you will be a suitable candidate for a surgical procedure because of the large amount of side effects, damage, and extensive physical therapy required by the procedure. This is the point where a laser spinal surgical procedure really has benefits. Luckily, this kind of surgery has eliminated a lot of the drawbacks of conventional operations
Continue Reading November 29th, 2009
Setting Up a fire alarm system in a house supplies to the home value. But, a fire alarm system contributes peace of mind as well, particularly in families with small children or caregivers for the elderly.
November 29th, 2009
Over and over the huge grizzly bear stabs her powerful paw into the mountain river, fishing for her breakfast in the chilly, shallow water. A cool, crisp mountain breeze drifts through the valley; moist morning dew blankets the ground. The soothing sound of running water plays continuously as the sun scales the mountain peaks and illuminates the dawn sky.
There can be few places on earth with the raw, natural beauty displayed throughout the Rocky Mountains. Vast forests race up the huge grey, granite faces until the grade becomes too steep to support the great myriad of roots. Songs of birds emanate through the deep valley as they sing and dance amongst the tall trees. The still waters of the broad lake mirror the gathering, grey clouds forming in the sky. Rainfall looks likely.
Upstream from the lake, the grizzly perseveres in her attempts to catch salmon. Her young cub watches inquisitively; her only chance of survival is to learn the predatory skills of her mother.
A clap of thunder echoes around the valley; angry clouds combine to mask the sun. The light darkens and shadows disappear. Birds scatter from their perches in the lofty trees and circle overhead, assessing what the weather will do next.
The bright morning sunshine gives way to afternoon showers. Rain splashes upon the flowing stream, earning sanctuary for the swimming fish as the grizzly and her cub head for the shelter of the thick forest green.
Observing grizzly bears is one of the most exciting adventure holidays to be had. Vancouver Island Destinations offer spectacular springtime grizzly bear viewing holidays at Glendale Cove, Knight Inlet in British Columbia. Timed to coincide with the end of the grizzly’s hibernation period, watch the bears emerge from their winter slumber and tread wearily through the melting snow to feed amongst the river lowlands.
You can observe the bears begin to fatten themselves up, from the complete safety of a river boat. Binoculars are a must for those great close-ups, and an opportunity to witness the bear in predatory mode as they retune their fishing skills. Obviously binoculars help to keep a safe distance, but also allow you to watch the bears act completely naturally, undisturbed by human presence.
Both boat and land viewing tours are available up to the beginning of October. For more information visit the Vancouver Island Destinations web site.
Steven Cronin owns the Sargas Travel online magazine featuring travel reviews, news, inspiration, advice and special offers. For further reading please visit www.sargas.co.uk
Continue Reading November 28th, 2009
As you can easily log on to a major poker website from anywhere and join a game, it’s easy to see why online poker should have developed into one of today’s favorite games. And what standards do you have to live up to? None, to be exact. You may play at home, you may play as expert or beginner, but there’s no obstruction to playing. And, of course, with such an assortment to visit, you’re likely to choose the best websites for you to learn and start to win with.
Continue Reading November 28th, 2009
While shoppers are buying food, drink, clothing and other items manufactured from second and third world nations at cheap cost, workers and businesses in these producing nations are often short-changed in the process, and have no true sustainability since they are the last stop of a very lengthy chain of middle-men who control what they make, how much, and how often
Continue Reading November 27th, 2009
Volunteering; coming together as a community, and supporting your local needy. It’s a lot simpler to get involved when another party has planned the event.
Continue Reading November 27th, 2009
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November 26th, 2009
Veetee Rice Limited became yet another employer to be fined for neglecting employee safety at workplace. The company had failed to follow safety regulations about blocking access of employees to dangerous parts of one of its machines, which resulted in an accident where a worker died of his injuries.
The accident occurred on 11 September 2006, when worker Balwinder Singh Aulkh accessed a rice silo and his leg became entangled in the underfloor screw conveyor, which is a piece of machinery used to take rice from the silo. The resultant injury was so severe that Aulkh died on the spot.
Investigations by HSE revealed that the company had taken no measure to block access to dangerous parts of the machinery, in this case the underfloor screw conveyor. This could have been done by the simple act of fitting a padlock on the access hatch to ensure that there was no access to the conveyor until it was electrically isolated.
HSE registered a case against the company for breaching Regulation 11(1) of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998. At Medway Magistrates’ Court on 10 September 2009, the company pleaded guilty and it was sentenced at Maidstone Crown Court. As part of the punishment, the company was ordered to pay a fine of £140,000 and £20,500 as costs.
Mike Walters, HSE Principal Inspector in Kent, highlighted this case of negligence on the part of the employer to show how a small expense of fitting a padlock could have saved a precious life. Walters believes that this case will serve as an example for employers and remind them of their duty to ensure safety of workers.
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