Monday, 29 October 2012

Tυφώνας Σάντι

Οχυρωμένη η ανατολική ακτή των ΗΠΑ για τον τυφώνα Σάντι

Ένας «ιστορικός τυφώνας», κατηγορίας 1 πλήττει την ανατολική ακτή των Ηνωμένων Πολιτειών, καθώς ο τυφώνας Σάντι συναντιέται με δυο χειμερινές καταιγίδες και την ίδια στιγμή υπάρχει πανσέληνος, με αποτέλεσμα η άνοδος των υδάτων να φτάσει μέχρι και 3,30 μέτρα στην περιοχή της Νέας Υόρκης. 

Ο Σάντι κινείται με ανέμους 120 χιλιομέτρων την ώρα οι οποίοι αναμένεται να ενισχυθούν αισθητά καθώς ο τυφώνας κινείται σε ψυχρότερα νερά. Στο μάτι του τυφώνα οι άνεμοι κινούνται με ταχύτητα 800 χιλιόμετρων ανά ώρα σύμφωνα με το με το Αμερικανικό Κέντρο για τους Τυφώνες.
Η περιοχή που βρίσκεται σε κίνδυνο από τον υπερ-τυφώνα έχει ακτίνα μεγαλύτερη των 800 μιλίων. Οι μεγάλες πόλεις που βρίσκονται σε επιφυλακή είναι οι Νέα Υόρκη, Ουάσιγκτον, Βαλτιμόρη, Φιλαδέλφεια και Βοστόνη. Οι ζημιές αναμένεται να ανέλθουν σε δισεκατομμύρια δολάρια, αλλά το σημαντικότερο είναι να ληφθούν τα απαιτούμενα μέτρα ώστε να μην υπάρξουν θύματα.
Στη Νέα Υόρκη όλα τα μέσα μεταφοράς σταμάτησαν τη λειτουργία τους από την Κυριακή το βράδυ, λόγω των πλημμύρων και των ζημιών που πιθανώς θα προκληθούν από το πέρασμά του. Η αναστολή της λειτουργίας των μέσων θα διαρκέσει μέχρι τη Δευτέρα ή και την Τρίτη. Τα σχολεία επίσης είναι κλειστά, όπως και οι περισσότεροι δημόσιοι και ιδιωτικοί οργανισμοί.

Τα πρώτα αποτελέσματα του Σάντι, έγιναν αισθητά την Κυριακή κατά μήκος της ανατολικής ακτής, καθώς ακυρώθηκαν χιλιάδες πτήσεις. Η British Airways ακύρωσε όλες τις πτήσεις της προς τη Νέα Υόρκη την Κυριακή και θα αναστείλει τις περισσότερες προς την ανατολική ακτή των ΗΠΑ τη Δευτέρα.
Το χρηματιστήριο της Νέας Υόρκης θα παραμείνει κλειστό την Δευτέρα, ίσως και την Τρίτη, λόγω ανησυχιών για την ακεραιότητα των συναλλαγών, ανέφεραν πηγές της Wall Street.
Το Συμβούλιο Ασφαλείας του ΟΗΕ, το οποίο εδρεύει στη Νέα Υόρκη, ακύρωσε τις συνόδους στις οποίες επρόκειτο να συμμετάσχουν πρόεδροι χωρών της Λατινικής Αμερικής.
Οι εικόνες είναι πρωτόγνωρες για την αμερικανική μεγαλούπολη. Πάνω από 400 χιλιάδες άτομα, που ζουν σε παράκτιες περιοχές της πόλης μετακινούνται σε ασφαλέστερους χώρους. Οι διακοπές ρεύματος, που έχουν ήδη ξεκινήσει ανά περιοχές, απειλούν περίπου δέκα εκατομμύρια πληθυσμό, στο χειρότερο σενάριο. Πλέον εξαντλούνται και οι προμήθειες από τα ράφια των σούπερ-μάρκετ.

 
Ο πρόεδρος Μπαράκ Ομπάμα κάλεσε τους συμπατριώτες του να «πάρουν στα σοβαρά» τον κίνδυνο. Ο κυβερνήτης Άντριου Κουόμο κήρυξε την πολιτεία σε κατάσταση έκτακτης ανάγκης, όπως και ο κυβερνήτης του Νιου Τζέρσεϊ, Κρις Κρίστι.
Επίσης, εκείνο που ανησυχεί περισσότερο τις αρχές δεν είναι μόνο η δύναμη του τυφώνα, που θα συνοδεύεται από μεγάλες ποσότητες βροχόπτωσης, ισχυρούς ανέμους και χιόνα σε ορισμένες περιοχές, αλλά το γεγονός ότι θα είναι μεγάλης διάρκειας, με αποτέλεσμα να μην είναι εύκολο να κυκλοφορήσουν ασθενοφόρα και πυροσβεστικά οχήματα. Ο στρατός βρίσκεται σε επιφυλακή.
Ο τυφώνας που έχει βαπτιστεί «Frankenstorm» και στο πέρασμά του από την Καραϊβική σκότωσε 66 άτομα, θα μπορούσε να είναι η μεγαλύτερη καταιγίδα που έχει χτυπήσει τις Ηνωμένες Πολιτείες, σύμφωνα με την ιστοσελίδα της Εθνικής Υπηρεσίας Ωκεανών και Ατμόσφαιρας.


Πηγή: http://www.newsbomb.gr/diethnh/story/247583/ohyromeni-i-anatoliki-akti-ton-ipa-gia-ton-tyfona-santi


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Ένιωσαν για λίγα δευτερόλεπτα πως νιώθουν οι πάσχοντες από Αλτσχάιμερ!

 Πως νιώθουν άραγε οι άνθρωποι που πάσχουν από Αλτσχάιμερ; Σ' αυτό το ερώτημα μπορούν πλέον να απαντήσουν οι θεατές μίας ταινίας κινηματογράφου στο Ισραήλ. Ανυποψίαστοι εισήλθαν...
στον χώρο προβολής της ταινίας που είχαν επιλέξει να δουν. Όμως η ταινία που προβάλλονταν δεν ήταν αυτή που είχαν επιλέξει...



Η σύγχυση που ένιωσαν αυτοί οι άνθρωποι έστω και για λίγα δευτερόλεπτα παρομοιάζεται με την σύγχυση που νιώθουν οι πάσχοντες με την νόσο του Αλτσχάιμερ βέβαια, σε σχεδόν μόνιμη βάση. Μόλις τους έγινε γνωστός ο λόγος αυτής της ενέργειας οι θεατές ξέσπασαν σε χειροκροτήματα... Απολαύστε το συγκινητικό βίντεο...
 
 
 

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Monday, 15 October 2012

8ο Πανελλαδικό Φεστιβάλ Ποντιακών Χορών

Όλα σχετικά με αυτή την τεράστια γιορτή Ποντιακής μουσικής εδώ http://www.pontos-news.gr/ και εδώ http://news247.gr/eidiseis/koinonia/vouliaksan_to_oaka_oi_pontioi.1969727.html

Μπορεί να μην έχω Ποντιακές ρίζες, συγκεκριμένα, έχω ομως Μικρασιάτικες, από Σμύρνη και άλλες πόλεις που υπέστησαν διωγμούς το 1922. Τιμάμε όλο τον Ελληνισμό!


8ο Πανελλαδικό Φεστιβάλ Ποντιακών Χορών από Newscaster

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Where have I been?

So much has been going on, all around us.
I've wanted to update my sweet sweet blog for quite some time, but well, I just wasn't around long enough to write here...
Or, I was just too bored to move my fingers above the keyboard.
Oh, well...

Anyway... Something important I found out today is this.
Felix Baumgartner jumped from 39 km above the earth...
Awesome, huh? And, scary...



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Friday, 14 September 2012

Over-the-knee Boots

I don't know exactly when my love for thigh-high boots started, but I'm sure it was a long while ago. I remember being obsessed with my aunt's over-the-knee boots, so many years ago. I think before my cousin was born. 14 years ago, at least... Wow. And, my general obsession with shoes goes even more far.

Anyway, my point is that, while watching the eighth episode of the fourth season of The Nanny I totally fell in love with the boots she wore towards the end. I love their look, their lenth, everything. I so want them! Take a look at the video below. Seek out the moment 3:54.



So, I've been searching for my favorite boots on shops online. And, here's what I got.




Ooooh, I am in love with those. I absolutely want them. This colour is so unique. It's called Garnet. The black version is also good, though. You can find more colours and see more pictures on URBANOG.com

Boots


Boots   (see more black boots)


This one is so awesome, too. Although, they reach just over the knee. They can be found on Polyvore.com


Sophia Black Suedette Thigh High Platform Boots

This pair is simpler, but not bad. Not bad at all... On Polyvore.com.

5” Lace Up Thigh Hi Boot * D

I like these, because they are a bit witch-like, aren't they? Hehe. On snaz75.com


Those are cool, too, but not really for me. On ebay.com

More on eBay and Shopstyle.com.

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Tuesday, 4 September 2012

Demelza Perkins

I made a new character today. Yesterday, actually, but the creation of new characters wasn't yet available then, so I reposted my character today!
Anyway!

Take a look at her signature!


Check her profile, too  >  http://vault713.com/bb/viewtopic.php?f=100&t=8598
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Saturday, 1 September 2012

The Sims Personality Test

I'm not so sure that these results are absolutely accaurate for me, but I'll probably take the test again (in an earlier time of the day, because currently I'm pretty sleepy) and we'll see.

For now, these are my results, though:


Neat (vs. Sloppy)
Neat, tidy Sims typically enjoy cleaning up the house or grooming themselves in front of a mirror. There's always something to be done around the house and they'll more often than not be found doing it; great for a house, but it can tire Sims out.


With their constant disregard of cleanliness and hygiene, sloppy Sims are content to simply "be." They tend to enjoy just about anything that doesn't require planning or cleaning up on their part.

-- A score of  5

Outgoing (vs. Shy)
Outgoing Sims are likely to jump headfirst into any situation. Charm and confidence are their best traits and when they're in a friendly mood they enjoy group activities most of all. Keep an eye on these characters, though; outgoing Sims can be too brash, and others aren't always so impressed.


Introspective and quiet, shy Sims often think about the world around them and write in their diaries rather than actually interact with anyone. It may be harder to break out of their shells, but if shy Sims take the time to get to know others they'll be delighted by the social world awaiting them.


-- A score of  5


Active (vs. Lazy)
Active Sims are almost always on the move but need a lot of food and sleep to keep up their hectic pace. They're apt to be happiest while breaking a sweat, an exhausting idea to most other Sims. An active Sim will usually get more enjoyment from watching sports on TV than reading a book.


Lazy Sims have been known to veg out on the couch for hours on end, so naturally, they don't need much sleep to sustain their constant lazying. They still enjoy socializing wiht other Sims and can be persuaded to get out of the house once in a while.

-- A score of  4 (more on the side of Lazy, I guess)


Playful (vs. Serious)
Playful Sims are more likely to find entertainment and fun in the world around them; they tend to be more curious than any other Sim. They may have a lighthearted nature, but they can wear themselves out with their antics, as well as get on their fellow Sim's nerves.


Serious, quiet, thoughtful Sims are more inclined to enjoy logic puzzles and good conversation, but they don't respond too well to chaos or silly behavior. Repairing broken items or working on an important project can keep serious Sims content.

 -- A score of  5

Nice (vs. Grouchy)
Encouraging and generous, nice Sims tend to be easy to get along with and very positive. They'll listen to what other Sims have to say whether it's interesting or not and clean up after dirty roommates. If they don't watch out though, other Sims may take advantage of their good nature.


Grouchy Sims, despite their sour mood, can still be social creatures. They'll probably enjoy teasing a Sim as much as telling a joke. They don't seem to mind when other Sims overreact and they like playing a game as much as anyone else, but be warned: they tend to be sore losers.

 -- A score of  5



Source:  http://www.personalitylab.org/tests/bfi_sims.htm

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Sunday, 19 August 2012

Elladora Hampton's basic info

About Me, The Player!
Name/Nickname: Cat
Are you a new or returning player? I am a new player.
Have you role played before?I have role played many times before, in different sites.

Character Basics
Full Name: Elladora Pansy Hampton
Age: 47
Magical Status: Witch with Mixed Blood
Profession: Creature Negotiator, on the Pest Advisory Bureau, of the British Ministry of Magic
Country of Citizenship: United Kingdom

Appearance: Elladora is a slim and quite petite woman that stands on 5'4". She has dark brown hair and pale blue eyes. She is usually seen wearing suits with knee-length skirts and peculiar hats, for which she has a soft spot.

Magical Ability
Mother's Magical Status: Half-Blood Witch
Father's Magical Status: Wizard with Mixed Blood, but more members of the family tree being magical
Strongest Ability: Magical Creature Empathy
Weakest Ability: Herbology
Wand: 12 1/4 inches, Oak with Veela Hair

Character Story
Personality: Elladora had a nice childhood, something that ended abruptly with the birth of her younger sister. She started being over-jealous and thinking of her parents as traitors. Even when she grew up she never totally forgave them or her sister. She decided to never depend on anyone and build her whole life alone, even if her father offered to assist her professionally multiple times. That was mainly the reason why she quit her job as an Intern Healer on St. Mungo's Hospital, where her father also worked, after only three years. Shortly after, she got a job as a Columnist about Magical Creature Care, on Daily Prophet. She is very disciplined and focused on everything she does, which had as a result her being called a workaholic by her colleagues. She also loves working with Magical Creatures more than she does with people, a fact that helps her doing her current job better.

Strengths: Decisive, Focused, Disciplined
Weaknesses: Perfectionist, Judgemental, Unforgiving

Previous Employment:
1967-1970: St. Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries
1970-1983: Columnist, Magical Creature Care, on Daily Prophet

School Attended: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft & Wizardry
Graduation Year: 1966

Personal History: Elladora Pansy Hampton comes from a Half-Blood family, with more magical members from the side of her father. Herewald Wilfred Hampton, her father, born in 1913, had been an important person in United Kingdom, working as a Healer at St. Mungo's Hospital until his death in 1980. It was there that he met his wife, Irma Porpentia Hampton in 1946. Shortly after Elladora was born. Although she had a happy childhood until the age of 7, in 1955, when her sister Mandy Fleur Hampton (now named Perkins, after her husband) was born. Most of her parents' attention was now concentrated on the new addition of the family, something that left Elladora feeling neglected and abandoned. She dropped the nickname her parents had for her until then, which was "Ella" and never let anyone call her like that again. Her relationship with her sister was never good. After she graduated from Hogwarts and became an adult, she continued on having a cold relationship with her family, although her father offered helped her in her first professional steps. Even after her father's death in 1980 and her mother's in 1982, her bond with her only sister is very weak. Elladora never got married and never even expressed any interest in having children, but she has a soft spot for her youngest niece Demelza Bridget Perkins.

Sample Post: Elladora walked into her office, stopping briefly in front of the glass door to inspect the condition of her hat and hair before closing and walking to her chair. Today she had a difficult case concerning some Merpeople and she wanted to think about the best way to negotiate with them. Totally absorbed in her thoughts, she didn't notice at first the envelope that was sitting on the edge her desk.When she finally took notice of it her eyes shined with happiness at the sight of her youngest niece's handwriting. Demelza never failed to send letters to her, one of the very few things Elladora was grateful for. She decided to put the envelope into her bag, though. She wanted to read it later and in private. Standing up, she brushed away imaginative dust from her skirt and slowly walked back to the door. Elladora was going to have a busy day today.


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Elladora Hampton

My new (and only) character in Vault 713.

I present to you Elladora Hampton!





 And, her pet is Lucretia, the Barn Owl.



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Background Magical Schools for Vault 713


Background Schools

These learning institutions are not currently playable in game, but are available for background stories for adult characters. We limit the number of schools currently in play to allow for maximum interaction between students - twenty students at one school is a sizable group, whereas one student each at twenty schools is significantly less fun! Please be advised that if you try to create a student currently attending one of these schools, you will be asked to choose an alternate school that is currently in play.

AMERICA

  • Beaumont-Spindletop Boarding Academy, Beaumont, Texas, Founded 1910
  • Kalistone School for Wizards, Kalispell, Montana, Founded 1954
  • Marshgrass Primary, Tallahassee, Florida, Founded 1966, Ages 6-11

AUSTRALIA
  • Quarrion Quilpie Magic Academy, Quilpie, Queensland, Founded 1931

CANADA
  • Selkirk School of Magic, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Founded 1832

CHINA
  • Xanadu School, Hexigten Qi, Founded 1239

GERMANY
  • Hohenstaufen Institute of Witchcraft, Goppingen, Founded 1320

ROMANIA
  • Romanian Spellcasters Institute, Craiova, Founded 1584

SPAIN
  • King Juan Carlos Institute of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Granada, Founded 711


http://vault713.com/bb/page.php?p=background-schools

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1995

 A Closer Look at 1995

Our story takes place not too far in the past - only 16 years ago - but as not everyone remembers that far back, we figured we'd provide a bit of a refresher course. While we know this is a fantasy game, we still expect players to keep things moderately realistic when it comes to the time period at hand.

The United Kingdom...
  • The average home cost 68,183 Pounds Sterling.
  • John Major was the Prime Minister.
  • Homosexuals were still not permitted to serve in the military or adopt a child, and one could not legally change their gender. There were no anti-discrimination laws in place for homosexuals in employment or the provision of goods or services.
  • Most firearms are not permitted to be owned or carried off one's own property. Police men use billy clubs instead of firearms.


Around the World...
  • Austria, Finland & Sweden act to join the European Union.
  • Bill Clinton was the president of the United States. (In the wizarding world, this meant a huge leap forward for the Revealing Party.)
  • Despite some forward movement in the western world, Pro-Gay Rights movements and LGBT organizations are still illegal and activists face government opposition in many countries.

Then and Now
  • The most common video format was the VHS Tape.
  • Top Billboard Artists included Boyz II Men, TLC, Ini Kamoze, and Madonna.
  • Compact Discs are beginning to replace Cassette Tapes in popularity.
  • Grunge and Punk fashions increase in popularity, as does the "Rachel" haircut - based on the character from the Friends television show. Flannel is extremely popular, along with wearing hte color black, and sagging, oversized clothing is at an all time high. Blue jeans are the center of the fashion movement.

Source:  http://vault713.com/bb/page.php?p=current-story


I was two years old then, but now I'm planning on playing on this time period through Vault 713. How exciting is this?

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More Personality Quizzes

Except for the well-known Jung Typology Test, which can be found there:

http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/jtypes2.asp

you can always try other similar quizzes, too, like:

http://www.teamtechnology.co.uk/mmdi/questionnaire/

and then you can always check your results there, too:

http://personalitypage.com/html/high-level.html

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HP Characters and their Personality Types

 


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