Manny Pacquiao – World #1 Filipino Boxer

October 7, 2009

Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao (pronounced /ˈpækjaʊ/, /pa’kjaw/ in Cebuano and Tagalog; born December 17, 1978) is a Filipino professional boxer. He is the former WBC Lightweight world champion, WBC Super Featherweight world championIBF Super Bantamweight world champion, and WBC Flyweight world champion. He has also held the Ring Magazine titles for Featherweight,Super Featherweight, and Light Welterweight divisions. For his achievements, he became the first Filipino and Asian boxer to win five world titles in five different weight divisions. He is currently theIBO and Ring Magazine Light Welterweight champion and is rated by the Ring Magazine as the #1 pound-for-pound boxer in the world. He is also the first boxer to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes.[3] Aside from being a boxer, he has also participated in politicsacting andmusic recording.

source:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manny_Pacquiao

http://www.kababayan.net/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=426

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H08w-sF4omg&feature=player_embedded


Cristeta Comerford Named White House Executive Chef

October 7, 2009

Mrs. Laura Bush announced today that Cristeta “Cris” Comerford has been named the White House Executive Chef. Ms. Comerford, the first woman to serve in the position, will be responsible for designing and executing menus for state dinners, social events, holiday functions, receptions and official luncheons hosted by President and Mrs. Bush.

Chef Cristeta "Cris" Comerford prepares a meal inside the White House kitchen in this July 17, 2002 photo. Mrs. Laura Bush announced on August 14, 2005 that Comerford has been named the White House Executive Chef. Comerford is the first woman to serve in the job.  White House photo by Tina Hager“I am delighted that Cris Comerford has accepted the position of White House Executive Chef,” Mrs. Bush said. “Her passion for cooking can be tasted in every bite of her delicious creations.”

Trained in French classical techniques and specializing in ethnic and American cuisine, Ms. Comerford has worked as an Assistant Chef in the White House kitchen since 1995. She has helped develop inventive menus that showcased American foods and wines for special White House events including the State Dinner in honor of Her Excellency, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, President of the Philippines; the Official Dinner in honor of His Excellency, Dr. Manmohan Singh, Prime Minister of the Republic of India; and a social dinner in celebration of William Shakespeare’s birthday.

Ms. Comerford received her bachelor’s degree in Food Technology from the University of the Philippines and gained culinary experience serving as Chef Tournant at Le Ciel in Vienna, Austria; Chef at Le Grande Bistro at The Westin Hotel in Washington, D.C.; and Chef at The Colonnade at the ANA Hotel in Washington, D.C., where she implemented the “Culinary Arts Gallery” which showcased the best of American fine cuisine.

In addition, she collaborated with Chef John Ash to promote American game cooking and assisted and coordinated on the “East Meets West” promotion featuring the late Barbara Tropp. Ms. Comerford melds training received from institutions such as The Education Institute, American Hotel and Motel Association with experiences with some of the nation’s most innovative chefs in the California wine country and San Francisco restaurants to produce original dishes with American flavor.

source:
http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2005/08/20050814-1.html


Facebook as a Sub-internet Platform

September 28, 2009

Strong Internet Platform inside an Internet Platform

well in short you can publish and use applications inside it its like your in a Ship Cruise in a Big and unlimited Ocean.

A city within a City.


Faith vs Science vs The World

September 27, 2009

faith
people who believes that God is the Creator of the Universe

believes that the universe is in question of Why God created it.

science
people who believes in science facts and does not believe God exists

believes that the universe is in question of How the world originated

pro faith-science
people who believes in both God and the science will just explain it how.

believes that “Can we all just get along and Live Life?”

any reactions are very much welcome =)


8 Easy Firefox Tweaks for Super Fast Web Browsing

August 30, 2009

Fast loading web pages while surfing the Internet may have more to do with your web browser settings and preferences than your Internet connection speed.

Try these easy Firefox tweaks and you’ll see that you’re surfing the Internet from 3 to 30 times faster!


google_protectAndRun(“ads_core.google_render_ad”, google_handleError, google_render_ad);

To get started, open your Firefox web browser. In the address/location bar type [about:config] and then press your Enter key. (NOTE: DON’T TYPE THE BRACKETS.)

Open Firefox Web Browser

Tweak #1:
In the Filter bar type [network.http.pipelining]. Then, double-click on this line under Preference Name in order to change the value from false to true.

Firefox Web Browser Tricks

Tweak #2:
In the Filter bar type [network.http.pipelining.maxrequests]. Then, double-click on this line under Preference Name and change the value from 4 to a higher number anywhere from 10 to 30. I set mine to 30.

Firefox Web Browser Tricks

Tweak #3:
In the Filter bar type [network.http.proxy.pipelining]. Then, double-click on this line under Preference Name in order to change the value from false to true.

Firefox Web Browser Tweaks

Tweak #4:
In the Filter bar type [network.dns.disableIPv6]. Then, double-click on this line under Preference Name in order to change the value from false to true.

Firefox Web Browser Tricks

Tweak #5:
In the Filter bar type [plugin.expose_full_path]. Then, double-click on this line under Preference Name in order to change the value from false to true.

Firefox Web Browser Tweaks

Tweak #6:
In the Filter bar type [network.protocol-handler.external.ms-help]. Now, you are going to create a new Preference Name with an Integer Value. To do this, right-click on this line under Preference Name and select New, then Integer.

Firefox Web Browser Tweaks

In the New Integer value box type in [nglayout.initialpaint.delay] and click OK. Then in the Enter Integer value box type [0] (that’s a zero) and click OK.

Firefox Tricks

Tweak #7:
In the Filter bar again type [network.protocol-handler.external.ms-help]. Now, you are going to create another new Preference Name with an Integer Value. To do this, right-click on this line under Preference Name and select New, then Integer. In the New Integer value box type in [content.notify.backoffcount] and click OK. Then in the Enter Integer value box type [5] and click OK.

Firefox Tricks

Tweak #8:
In the Filter bar again type [network.protocol-handler.external.ms-help]. Now, you are going to create another new Preference Name with an Integer Value. To do this, right-click on this line under Preference Name and select New, then Integer. In the New Integer value box type in [ui.submenuDelay] and click OK. Then in the Enter Integer value box type [0] (that’s a zero) and click OK.

Firefox Tweaks

Now, close your web browser and restart it. You’ll see how much faster web pages are loading. I sure did.

Source:
http://www.madwahm.com/webmaster-stuff/8-easy-firefox-tweaks-for-super-fast-web-browsing/


When to Drink Muscle Milk

August 29, 2009

By Samantha Herman
eHow Contributing Writer

The benefits touted by the makers of this high-protein formula have created a buzz in the bodybuilding community.
The benefits touted by the makers of this high-protein formula have created a buzz in the bodybuilding community.

Bodybuilding is not a new sport, but a lot of the products on the market are relatively new. Muscle Milk is one of those newer products that claim to be a healthy way to increase muscle tone and decrease fat. If you choose to drink Muscle Milk, here are some tips on when to drink it.

    Before Your Workout

  1. If you choose to drink Muscle Milk before your workout, as the label on the package recommends, be sure to drink it well enough in advance that your body will have absorbed what it needs and it won’t make you feel ill. Just as swimming on a full stomach can make you uncomfortable, running, jogging, or lifting weights on a full stomach can have the same result. Try drinking Muscle Milk at least thirty minutes prior to a workout.
  2. After Your Workout

  3. After you pump iron or play a game of soccer, your body will need calories. Otherwise, you will start to get tired and your blood sugar could get too low. Muscle Milk delivers on the calorie front by providing 348 calories for every two scoops that you add to your glass of water. Try to drink the Muscle Milk within one hour after a workout to get the necessary nutrients.
  4. Before Bedtime

  5. According to the label on Muscle Milk, this is a good thing to drink before bedtime. Many bodybuilders swear that ingesting a high-protein supplement that will promote anabolic processes right before bed helps to increase muscle tone. If you burn a lot of calories throughout the day, then having Muscle Milk before bed should not make you gain pounds of fat. However, having a calorific drink right before bed if you are not active and burning a sufficient amount of calories can cause you to gain fat.
  6. Meal Replacement

  7. In a pinch, Muscle Milk can serve as a meal replacement because it is high in calories. However, your body still needs fruits, vegetables, and healthy carbohydrates to function properly. Therefore, Muscle Milk will keep you going throughout the day if you do not have access to a regular meal, but it should not be used to replace multiple meals in one

    source:
    http://www.ehow.com/way_5261320_drink-muscle-milk.html


5 Reasons You Should Drink A Glass Of Milk Before Bedtime

August 29, 2009

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Got Milk?” I asked in one of my previous posts, where I described the numerous health benefits of drinking at least 24 ounces of milk everyday.

Woman Drinking A Glass Of Milk

As you already know after reading that post, milk is an excellent source of complete protein (containing all 9 essential amino acids which are required to meet our physiological needs), one of the primary sources of bone-building calcium for adults and also a treasure-trove of vitamins (especially D and K).

So if 24 ounces of milk are all you need in a a day, is there any specific reason to get 8 of those ounces just before going to bed at night? Read on:

  1. Casein absorption: Almost 80% of the protein found in milk is in the phosphorus-containing form known as casein – a complete protein. Casein is hydrophobic (literally “scared of water”) and so it is not soluble in water but instead appears in milk as a suspension – and for this reason it is also called “Micellar Casein” (separated without the use of chemicals). The human body, however, processes casein a little uniquely. Unlike whey (another dairy protein) which the body can absorb very fast, Micellar Casein takes a while to be absorbed into the cells and so its processing is not a high priority task for the body. Milk consumed during the day will still slowly get you the protein, but when consumed at night it gives the body the best chance of maximum absorption. You can read a good description of Micellar Casein at N101.
  2. Tryptophan: Remember those 9 essential amino acids I keep harping about? Well, turns out one of those is the sleep-inducing tryptophan. If you are wondering where you have heard that before, it is the same chemical found in turkey leading people to feel sleepy after a hearty Thanksgiving dinner. Of course scientists point out that tryptophan works best on an empty stomach and so it would be wise to give a gap of atleast 1-2 hours between dinner and your glass of milk!
  3. Controlled snacking: With an 8 oz glass of milk reserved to be your final snack of the day, you are that much less likely to indulge in a heavier, diet-crashing, cake/cookie/pastry snack when hunger hits at bed-time. Your trusted elixir will keep you well satiated.
  4. Get to 24 ounces: I don’t know about you but with a full-schedule day, I find getting 24 ounces of milk a pretty difficult goal to achieve. Even if you ensure 8oz in the morning and somehow manage another glass during the day, you are still likely to fall short of your target. Unless you make the bedtime glass of milk a regular habit.
  5. Calcium: What better time to get some calcium into your system than when your body most needs it to build strong bones and damaged muscles caused by exercise? Remember you don’t build your body in the gym – you build it when you sleep/rest.

There you have it readers – 5 pertinent reasons to drink a nice, tall, warm glass of milk right before bedtime at night. Just make sure, though, that you are drinking either skim or 1-2% milk and not the whole-milk variety – leave whole milk for the babies!


Win XP Alt-Tab Switcher Powertoy Uninstall

August 29, 2009

When I started a new job, I inherited a wonderful (yes, that’s sarcasm) PC fully loaded with some truly outstanding (yep, there it is again) tools and utilities. One of these was Microsoft’s Alt-Tab Switcher Powertoy. I hate it!!! It’s slow and doesn’t always work as expected. Anyway, I went to Add/Remove Programs, but there was no uninstall link. I tried to browse thru the Program Files and Windows directories, but didn’t see anything there, either. I searched the web, but still couldn’t find a way to get rid of it. Finally, I figured I’d try to reinstall it. Turns out that the MSI file gets placed in the C:\WINDOWS\Downloaded Installations directory. Just run that, choose “Remove,” then reboot, and you should be good-to-go!

Source:
http://geekswithblogs.net/flanakin/archive/2005/04/07/28567.aspx


Secure your IDEAS & INVENTION.

August 23, 2009

Philippine Patent Authority.

visit here.
http://www.ipophil.gov.ph/


America’s 10 Best Places to Grow Up

August 22, 2009

By Luke Mullins, US News

Aug 20th, 2009

Low crime, strong schools, green spaces, and fun activities are key ingredients for a happy childhood.

If you could create the ideal community to raise a child in, what ingredients would you include? First off, you’d probably want a low crime rate.

A strong school system would also be key. From there, you’d need lots of other children, expansive green spaces to play in, and plenty of nearby family events. Toss in an abundance of artistic and recreational activities, and all of a sudden you’ve got one heck of a place to grow up. At U.S. News, we wanted to find out if any communities like that already existed—and if so, where they were located. So we dug into our database of 2,000 different places all across the country and pinpointed the locales that met these criteria. We then examined these communities more closely to determine which places offered the best combination of safe neighborhoods, fun activities, and top-notch educators. Our selections appear below, in our list of America’s 10 Best Places to Grow Up:

Virginia Beach, Va.

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Junior adventurers will love Virginia Beach, Va. This community of 434,000 residents in the southeastern part of the state has a low crime rate, a solid school system, and 35 miles of majestic beaches on the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. “It’s kind of neat to be able to come home from work, make a call to my wife or son, grab a bucket of chicken or some sandwiches, and then go out on the bay and have dinner,” says Greg Ward, who works for a marketing firm that represents the Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Children can explore an impressive ecosystem of threatened and endangered species—including bald eagles and loggerhead sea turtles—in the 9,000-acre Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The warm summers and mild winters provide plenty of opportunities to hike, bike, and picnic your way through the 19 miles of scenic trails over at First Landing State Park. And after checking out the sand tiger sharks and the cow-nose rays at the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, children can catch an educational picture in its 3-D IMAX theater.

And in early September, the community is launching an online resource—VBparents.com—designed to keep parents plugged in to local health and school news, while ensuring that they are up-to-date on all of the community activities available to their kids. “There are lots of great parenting resources out there. This one is going to be specific to raising your child and your family within the city of Virginia Beach,” says Jenefer Snyder, city of Virginia Beach GrowSmart coordinator. “We are constantly going to be connecting it back to community services, activities, events, programs, and classes.”

Madison, Ala.

Of the roughly 43,000 residents in the friendly, churchgoing town of Madison, Ala., about 12,000 are under 18 years old. And this bedroom community of Huntsville, Ala., offers no shortage of outlets to keep these young folks active. “There is an event almost every weekend—whether it is in MadisonHuntsville, or Madison County—that families can attend,” says Paul Finley, the mayor of Madison. Children can take advantage of the area’s expansive outdoor amenities: watching beavers plunge into Bradford Creek or rabbits dart through the 130-acre Rainbow Mountain Trails park. And if they behave well enough, perhaps some lucky children can even persuade their mom and dad to send them to Space Camp at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in nearby Huntsville.

Overland Park, Kan.

overland-park.jpgJust 12 miles outside of Kansas City, Mo., is the lovely community of Overland Park, Kan. This family-friendly suburb in America’s heartland has a four-season climate and is opening a 12-field, artificially turfed, fully lit soccer complex in the late summer. “Soccer is a big sport in this community,” says Mayor Carl Gerlach. Meanwhile, at the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, kids can visit nearly 200 farm animals, toss a bobber into a fishing pond, or take a ride in a horse-drawn wagon. The 17-mile-long Indian Creek Trail makes for a great bike ride. At the same time, sports fans are only a short car ride away from a Kansas City Chiefs football game or a Kansas City Royals baseball game. In addition, “we have three different school districtsin Overland Park,” Gerlach says. “All three have been nationally ranked and won awards.”

San Jose, Calif.

With 9 square miles of green spaces, 300 days of sunshine a year, and four different professional sports franchises to follow, San Jose, Calif., has everything you need for a happy childhood. At just over 1 million residents, San Jose considers itself the capital of Silicon Valley, but it doesn’t take a computer scientist to understand the city’s appeal to kids. San Jose is the country’s safest big city, and although it’s certainly expensive—the median home price is $449,000—the city offers all sorts of great activities for children. Rather than chasing its skateboarders away, San Jose has embraced them by opening six public skateboarding parks, including Lake Cunningham Regional Skate Park, the largest one in the state. And at the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, children can experience everything from theater to gardening.

Boston

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With an exciting history and a boatload of activities, Boston is a great option for parents looking to raise children in a big city. Kids will marvel at the African penguins in the New England Aquarium, gawk at the humpback whales on a whale-watching tour, and erupt as the Red Sox take the field at beautiful Fenway Park. At the same time, Boston is one of the safest large cities in the country.

Rochester, Minn.

With about 100,000 residents, the safe, friendly city of Rochester, Minn., has enough activities to tire out even the most energetic youngsters: 85 miles of trails for in-line skating, 3,200 acres of public parks for touch football, and 56 different playgrounds. “It’s a huge sports town,” says Brad Jones, executive director of the Rochester Convention and Visitors Bureau. Fortunately, the area’s big sport—hockey—is well-suited for Rochester’schilly winters. “We [also] have two hockey complexes, one with four rinks under one roof and the other with two,” Jones says. “We have the National Volleyball Center located here, and it’s always hopping with volleyball tournaments and trainings.”

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

It would be tough to find a safer community than Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where the crime index is about a fifth of the national average. And with a solid school system, plenty of fun activities, and affordable housing costs, this eastern Iowa city can keep your kids happy without emptying your wallet. Tim Boyle, the executive director of the Cedar Rapids Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, says the city’s manageable size—it has just 123,000 residents—allows its young people to get involved in a variety of different activities. “The thing that I like about Cedar Rapids is you could end up with a junior or senior in high school who is an offensive tackle on the football team and has the lead in the spring musical,” Boyle says. In addition to a strong music program in its public schools, the area has more than 50 public tennis courts, more than 75 parks, 23 sand volleyball courts, and even a BMX dirt track. During the winters, which can get extremely cold, children can remain active on three indoor soccer fields and five ice-skating rinks.

Denver

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Whether they prefer snowboarding in the Rocky Mountains, biking through America’s largest city park system, or heading over to Invesco Field at Mile High for a Broncos football game, Denver is a wonderful place to be a kid. Also among the country’s safest big cities, Denver has 300 days of annual sunshine, eight different professional sports franchises, and countless opportunities for fishing, white-water rafting, and horseback riding.

Plano, Texas

With 7,000 faculty and staff members serving 55,000 students in this Texas community, the Plano Independent School District has achieved national recognition for its strength. The Department of Education has handed 24 of its schools National Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence awards, and 99 of its seniors were named semifinalists in the 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program. “We have a wonderful park system here in our community that has always been very much focused on youth sports, whether it is soccer or baseball or basketball,” says Mayor Phil Dyer. Meanwhile, the community’s less costly lifestyle—median home prices are just $213,900—means there should be enough cash left in the budget for the 50-minute trip to Arlington, Texas, for a Dallas Cowboys game.

Edison, N.J.

Working parents in Edison, N.J., can take advantage of the township’s expansive after-school programs, which expose youngsters to a host of activities, including magic, piano, cooking, and arts and crafts. More than 30 area parks have facilities for tennis, basketball, soccer, and other sports. At the same time, this community of about 100,000 also offers organized youth leagues for everything from softball to lacrosse.