Archive for October, 2008
WordPress 2.7 UI Configurability
Written by Ryan on October 31, 2008 – 6:41 pm -Implementation of the new visual design of WordPress 2.7 is almost done. One of our primary objectives with the new design is to offer interface flexibility and customization. You can drag-and-drop and show or hide many UI elements. Here’s the Write Post page stripped down the way I like it. Title, Content, Categories, and Publish. That’s all I use and now that’s all I have to see. Even the navigation is tucked away on the left so I can concentrate on writing.
Brazil Meetup
Written by Matt on October 31, 2008 – 4:55 pm -I’ll be at the WordPress meetup at Latinoware tomorrow (Saturday) at 18:00. I’m speaking earlier in the day ta 13:00. Been around the conference today and been really impressed with the breadth of subjects covered and the number of attendees. Confused about the logo though. (Is South America tucked into Africa?) Se você fala Português passar esta sobre a sua audiência.
WordPress Pumpkin
Written by Matt on October 30, 2008 – 6:45 pm -Eric Martin carved a WordPress pumpkin. Happy Halloween everybody.
More blog details from Google Reader
Written by Donncha on October 30, 2008 – 8:49 am -Click on the “Show details” link above your currently select blog in Google Reader and you get a nice attractive posting and reading frequency graph, as well as the old Subscriber numbers.
As you can see, I don’t read The Online Photographer as much as I’d like to!
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Written by Dougal on October 29, 2008 – 6:00 am -Edge of Disgrace
Written by Donncha on October 29, 2008 – 5:59 am -
You know there’s something special waiting for you when all around you people are clambering for the download link of Booze Design’s new C64 demo, Edge of Disgrace.
The demo won first prize at X-2008 in the Netherlands last weekend. Most entries to the demo competition were uploaded quickly but Booze Design wanted to fix a few last minute bugs and caused no end of hype and hysteria. Just check out some of the comments:
Oxidy: I normally don’t comment on demos anymore, but I can’t help myself this time. Edge of Disgrace tops everything I’ve ever seen on the Commodore 64. It’s absolutely breathtaking and I wet myself numerous times during the bigscreen presentation. So much coder pron, so much fantastic graphics, so well polished. Fantastic work HCL/Dane/Jailbird! 10+
Medicus: All demos available for downloading except for the nr. 1? Is this a cruel joke?
Alias Medron: I would like to know how many people press F5 on this page every 10 seconds .. ![]()
cmooooonn!!!! upload that bloody D64!!!!!
Steppe: As Stainless Steel said, there was a clearly noticable dent in the space-time-continuum while this demo was playing. Caused nausea and wild screaming all over the place. Virtually every goddamn screen was accompanied by cheering and applauding of the crowd. Simply amazing having seen this on the big screen live at the party!
Stainless Steel: I felt a disturbance in the force when this was played at the compo.
A few days ago a teaser video was uploaded to Youtube but it doesn’t do the demo justice. It’s only 2 minutes of the 15 minute experience.
So, is it that good? Yes, it most certainly is. If you ever owned a C64, or any other 8 bit or 16 bit computer or console you should grab a C64 emulator, download Edge of Disgrace and be impressed. I’m amazed at what a 25 year old computer system can do, and even more impressed that the C64 demo scene is still alive and kicking in 2008!
Now to download Natural Wonders 2 and the other entries in the demo compo.


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Ovarian Cysts Prevention: A Powerful Way
Written by kim on October 28, 2008 – 1:27 pm -Ovarian Cysts Prevention: A Powerful Way
But cystic gurus often themselves differ in their opinion since another team of experts believe that stopping of ovulation may lead to PCOS and the formation of multiple cysts, complicating the picture more. There is considerable doubt on whether these recommendations and studies are completely true or not, but one thing is sure and this is that, the contributing factors need to be considered while finding an answer. So remember the factors that lead to ovarian cysts, and opt for the holistic approach, and ovarian cysts prevention can become a reality.
But whether these studies give us the complete picture or not, what is important is that all problems have to be tackled while keeping the causes in mind. Similarly, in the case of ovarian cysts, one has to try to figure out what causes their occurrence in women. This is precisely where the Holistic Approach could be utilized for the prevention of ovarian cysts.
Now, other than genetic causes, most other ovarian cyst causes are related to the lifestyle of the person. So when lifestyle changes are implemented, these changes also reduce the likelihood of the person getting ovarian cysts. Ovarian cysts prevention is also possible when the causes are genetic - this can be achieved once more by making changes in the lifestyle. As a reassuring issue, it has also been observed that the genetic factors remain dormant till the time something works as a catalyst to make it active again. Ovarian cysts prevention can thus be achieved by adopting the holistic principles. As a matter of fact, it seems the only rationale method to cope with the disease condition faultlessly and well.
To be honest about it, some of the routines prescribed for practicing holistic remedies are so simple and effective that they may be described here for the reader to appreciate their intrinsic value. These include consuming vegetables, particularly in the raw form, barring those that are highly starchy; minimizing intake of soy and dairy products (there are those who will tell you that such items need to be completely removed from the menu - but it is advisable to consult the doctor first); eating organic food, preferably from the source; no tinned or preserved foodstuff; try having as much fresh water fish and lean meat as possible; freshly made fruits juice; no spicy food or restaurant food; undergoing occasional ‘detox’ therapy and plenty of exercise in the form of brisk walking. No surgery and no inject able fluids, IM or IV.
We give below some ways in which you can start practicing for the prevention of ovarian cysts:
Raw vegetables are good - but do not eat those that are rich in starch.
Try to cut down on your intake of dairy products and products that contain soy. In fact, some extreme views suggest their complete exclusion from the diet. Consult with your doctor before starting on a new diet plan or making any significant changes to your existing one.
Apart from the above, try to eat high quality food stuff at all times. This will help greatly in reducing your chances of developing an ovarian cyst which might be malignant. All the food that you eat, whether it be fruits, vegetables or meat should ideally be organically raised. If you eat fish or seafood, try to restrict yourself to the fresh water variety and the meat you eat should be organic and of animals that have been raised on lean grass. Also try to ensure that your fruit juice has been freshly prepared. And, as much as possible do not eat tinned or packed foodstuffs as they will have preservatives in them which could increase the chances of your contracting ovarian cysts.
Drawing on the belief of “A Healthy Mind In A Healthy Body”, the holistic approach strongly recommends regular exercise to stay fit and healthy, and in the process, significantly reduce the risk of getting ovarian cysts.
If possible, a periodic detoxification therapy (detox therapy) to eliminate all the toxins from your body can lead to excellent results.
It is important to get yourself checked for ovarian cysts as frequently as possible. Talk with your doctor about the right frequency of these checks and follow his instructions diligently. This is all the more significant if you have a family member who has suffered from ovarian cysts because genetic factors are one of the major causes of ovarian cysts in women. Thus, for example, if your mother or aunts have suffered from ovarian cysts, you should exercise extra caution and initiate a routine of getting yourself checked on a regular basis. Regular checks may not prevent you from getting a case of ovarian cysts, but they can certainly aid in early detection and thus, lead to faster recovery.
Balance in the life and a healthy lifestyle is what is needed because this is the best way to prevent ovarian cysts. Meet a dietician and get a good diet plan and also plan a fitness regime by meeting the trainer. What you are doing to achieve ovarian cyst prevention is very important. Medicines might not always be effective, but they may lead to a more serious cyst formation and there may also be side effects. So, planning a natural regime and maintaining a lifestyle that is balanced is always a better option. The holistic approach is all about this.
Teenagers and Diets, When and How to Do it
Written by lilmo on October 28, 2008 – 1:12 pm -Teenagers and Diets, When and How to Do it
If a child consumes more food and calories than is required by their energy allowance, than those excess calories are converted to fat for storage. Conversely, if a child consumes less food and calories than is required by their energy allowance, than their body fat is converted to energy for the needed calories.
What can you do to improve a physique that may not be perfect? Almost everyone would like to change their weight or body fat percentage a little bit, how is this done? Can you really change the shape of your body?
Of course you can change your body, but how much depends on a number of things. Keep in mind that some of them you can control and some you can’t.
Puberty. Another important affect on your weight and body growth is puberty. During puberty, it is common for boys and girls to gain weight and get taller. Boys will gain muscle and girls will notice an increase in body fat during this time due to the hormones that are being released. A lot of people may feel like they are overweight with these changes, however, they are very normal.
Genes. Especially if you are the only one in your group who is not svelte, it can be very difficult. Your apperance has everything to do with your gene factors. A child with overweight parents has a high risk of being overweight themselves.
What you eat. While puberty and genetics are things you can’t control, what you eat is another story. Eating french fries, fast food, sodas, chips, and sweets on a regular basis and avoiding fruits and vegetables like the plague can add excess calories without much nutrition.
Before trying to reduce your weight, decide if you’re truly overweight or just have an image problem. Seek your doctor’s advice concerning weight issues, and if losing weight is an issue that needs to be discussed.
Weight Gain Fast,Think Big to Get Big
Written by lilmo on October 28, 2008 – 1:12 pm -Weight Gain Fast,Think Big to Get Big
Weightlifting is an integral part of gaining weight. But, when it comes to gain weight, it is also important to focus attention on your diet.
Tally up all the calories that you take in on a normal day. Count your normal caloric consumption without changing a thing. This step is vitally important, so try for the greatest possible accuracy.
On the second day of a calorie counting program, you should add 500 calories to your daily intake. So, lets pretend that the day you counted calories you counted 2000. For the rest of the week, you would now eat 2500 calories a day. Spread your calories over a number of meals, for instance, eat 5-6 small meals rather than 3 large ones. Eat one meal every 2 and a half to 3 hours. All you have to do is be discerning, and add calories in the way of healthy foods.
The key to obtaining muscle mass is protein. It is impossible to gain muscle without sufficient protein because weight training requires the use of amino acids, which are derived from protein. You should daily eat about 2.2g of protein per kilogram of your weight. Eat foods that are high in protein. Ideally, you should receive your protein from foods and not supplements.
Some people think that drinking beer helps gain weight. But it is not true, it accumulates in your abdomen, making it fatty.
One of the best ideas is to go to a gym and lift some weights. This is also a crucial part of increasing weight, so be certain you perform this properly. Some thin people think that exercise is not good for them. This is false, this will keep metabolism high. Don’t think that food will do the job alone. If you excercise you will gain lean mass not fat, thats why excercise is so important.
Resistance training exercises will help to increase your muscle mass, which in turn will increase your metabolism. Learn to distinguish between weight gaining exercises and weight loss exercises.
Wanting to change your body, you’ll have to understand all the factors working together that will propel your goals and then you’ll see a dramatic change.
Socialist Party Budget Protest
Written by Donncha on October 25, 2008 – 4:50 pm -The Socialist Party held a protest gathering against the recent tough budget. It took place in Emmett Place in Cork this afternoon. I took a few photos and this video. Our friend, Kathy Sinnott was in attendance but I didn’t hang around to listen for long. Must have a read of the leaflet I was handed. Maybe it has all the answers to a crumbling economy.
Gallery of images after the jump..
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