Sirumugai, a village located in Coimbatore district of Tamilnadu, India, has a long legacy that dates back from the period of Tippu Sultan - 18th century ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore. During the period of the British in March 1819, John Sullivan the one Englishmen destined to have the greatest cultural impact on the Queen of Hills’ made a bridle path up the hill from Sirumugai to Kotagiri. This was the only transmit to the Nilgris from Coimbatore for a long time. SIV Industries, supposedly one of India’s largest rayon manufacturing company is located here and was functional till the last decade. Now this sketchy village is known for its hand-woven sarees, marketed all over the world with the brand name ‘Kora pattu’. Initially from Tipu to Veerappan of our own days’ many prominent men have flourished with the recourses of this mighty little village.
Geographically blessed is this land, surrounded by the Western Ghats, and on the banks of the river Bhavani. You would agree this of our own Sirumugai “If there is a heaven on earth it is this...it is this... it is this...” sang a poet long ago about Kashmir. Sirumugai has some vital places of interest which include the Bhavanisagar Dam, Anjaneyar Temple and the ThenTirupathi Temple.
Major occupations of the people here include agriculture and weaving. Sirumugai has a rich mix of people diversified into domains of art, culture, politics, entertainment, education and technology. The schools in this rural South Indian village SIV Matriculation Higher Secondary School and Gandhi Matriculation School to name a couple have produced a galaxy of luminous outstanding citizens now spread over all parts of the globe.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
News from Manchester United
EVRA: BIG KICK-OFF CAN'T COME SOON ENOUGH
Like any fan, Patrice Evra spent a large part of the summer counting down the days for the start of the new season.
"I can’t wait [to run out on Sunday]," the Frenchman told United Review. "Footballers don’t have the longest holidays but when you’re not playing it seems like forever."
Now the wait for league action is almost over, with United kicking off the 2009/10 campaign early this Sunday afternoon (kick-off 13:30 BST) against newly-promoted Birmingham City.
Despite not being particularly familiar with Alex McLeish's side, Evra is still expecting a tough encounter against the men from the Midlands.
"They’ll have a lot of ambition and will want to show people they deserve to be in the Premier League," Evra said.
"It’s often hard playing teams who have just been promoted or teams in the bottom half of the table because they have nothing to lose. If Birmingham get beaten it’s not a big deal – most people would expect them to lose against the champions.
"So they’ll play freely and without fear. We might see them play some good football and this is why it won’t be easy. But it’s important we continue our good pre-season form, get three points and start the season well."
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THE STRIKERS - A COACH'S VIEW
Assistant manager Mick Phelan assesses the merits of four United forwards...
7 Michael Owen Age 29 Appearances 1 Goals 0
At this stage of his career I think Michael's excited to be part of something that he sees as befitting his talent. He has exceptional qualities as a striker and I think he’ll fit into our style of play very, very well. We’re very happy to have him here.
9 Dimitar Berbatov Age 28 Appearances 44 Goals 14
Berba’s highly skilful and technically gifted. He’s very highly regarded here and I think now, having got over his first season with us, he’ll really produce the goods.
10 Wayne Rooney Age 23 Appearances 238 Goals 98
Wayne’s been a star from day one and he’s having to maintain that now every day. I think we’ve only seen a small part of what he is all about but I think he’s maturing now, he’s a little bit wiser, and this year he’ll bring all his qualities to the table.
41 Federico Macheda Age 17 Appearances 5 Goals 2
There’s still a lot of development to take place with Kiko but he’s incredibly talented. His goal against Villa made him an overnight star and the key for us is to nurture his talent correctly and manage the expectations that come with such a meteoric rise.
More: Read Mick Phelan's views on the goalkeepers and the defenders now; look out for a similar article on the midfielders on Saturday on ManUtd.com.
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CALLING ALL RED VIEW READERS!
We want to hear from you, wherever you are in the world...
The Asia Tour served to remind us at Old Trafford just how passionate United fans are in every corner of the globe.
We want to celebrate this on ManUtd.com and in future issues of Red View by publishing your words and pictures on the following themes:
Matchdays around the world - Tell us how, where and at what time you watch the Reds in action on TV. Do you meet up with friends and family? Do you wear anything special for the occasion? We want to know all about your matchday routines.
New kit in special places - Is United's new home or away shirt now proudly in your wardrobe? Then take it out, show it off and get yourself photographed in an unusual or famous location while wearing the wonderful garment. We want the kit to be
Like any fan, Patrice Evra spent a large part of the summer counting down the days for the start of the new season.
"I can’t wait [to run out on Sunday]," the Frenchman told United Review. "Footballers don’t have the longest holidays but when you’re not playing it seems like forever."
Now the wait for league action is almost over, with United kicking off the 2009/10 campaign early this Sunday afternoon (kick-off 13:30 BST) against newly-promoted Birmingham City.
Despite not being particularly familiar with Alex McLeish's side, Evra is still expecting a tough encounter against the men from the Midlands.
"They’ll have a lot of ambition and will want to show people they deserve to be in the Premier League," Evra said.
"It’s often hard playing teams who have just been promoted or teams in the bottom half of the table because they have nothing to lose. If Birmingham get beaten it’s not a big deal – most people would expect them to lose against the champions.
"So they’ll play freely and without fear. We might see them play some good football and this is why it won’t be easy. But it’s important we continue our good pre-season form, get three points and start the season well."
United v Arsenal hospitality packages
Red View free video - opening day goals
United v Arsenal hospitality packages
THE STRIKERS - A COACH'S VIEW
Assistant manager Mick Phelan assesses the merits of four United forwards...
7 Michael Owen Age 29 Appearances 1 Goals 0
At this stage of his career I think Michael's excited to be part of something that he sees as befitting his talent. He has exceptional qualities as a striker and I think he’ll fit into our style of play very, very well. We’re very happy to have him here.
9 Dimitar Berbatov Age 28 Appearances 44 Goals 14
Berba’s highly skilful and technically gifted. He’s very highly regarded here and I think now, having got over his first season with us, he’ll really produce the goods.
10 Wayne Rooney Age 23 Appearances 238 Goals 98
Wayne’s been a star from day one and he’s having to maintain that now every day. I think we’ve only seen a small part of what he is all about but I think he’s maturing now, he’s a little bit wiser, and this year he’ll bring all his qualities to the table.
41 Federico Macheda Age 17 Appearances 5 Goals 2
There’s still a lot of development to take place with Kiko but he’s incredibly talented. His goal against Villa made him an overnight star and the key for us is to nurture his talent correctly and manage the expectations that come with such a meteoric rise.
More: Read Mick Phelan's views on the goalkeepers and the defenders now; look out for a similar article on the midfielders on Saturday on ManUtd.com.
United v Arsenal hospitality packages
Match Pack - United v Birmingham
CALLING ALL RED VIEW READERS!
We want to hear from you, wherever you are in the world...
The Asia Tour served to remind us at Old Trafford just how passionate United fans are in every corner of the globe.
We want to celebrate this on ManUtd.com and in future issues of Red View by publishing your words and pictures on the following themes:
Matchdays around the world - Tell us how, where and at what time you watch the Reds in action on TV. Do you meet up with friends and family? Do you wear anything special for the occasion? We want to know all about your matchday routines.
New kit in special places - Is United's new home or away shirt now proudly in your wardrobe? Then take it out, show it off and get yourself photographed in an unusual or famous location while wearing the wonderful garment. We want the kit to be
Friday, August 21, 2009
Swine flu Fact Files
What are the symptoms?
Swine flu symptoms are similar to the symptoms of regular flu and include fever of over 100.4°F, fatigue, lack of appetite, and cold. Some people with swine flu have also reported runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Nearly everyone with flu has at least two of these symptoms.
So, how do you know if you have flu or just cold?
There is one clue: when you have the flu, you feel flu symptoms sooner than you would cold symptoms, and they come on with much greater intensity. With the flu, you may feel very weak and fatigued for up to 2 or 3 weeks. You'll have muscle aches and periods of chills and sweats as fever comes and goes. You may also have a stuffy or runny nose, headache, and sore throat.
Can I compare flu symptoms with cold symptoms?
Yes. The following chart can help you compare flu symptoms with cold symptoms. Use it to lean the differences and similarities between flu and cold symptoms. Then, if you get flu symptoms, call your doctor and ask about an antiviral drug.
Symptoms
You cannot confirm if you have swine flu just based on your symptoms. Like seasonal flu, pandemic swine flu can cause neurologic symptoms in children. These events are rare, but, as cases associated with seasonal flu have shown, they can be very severe and often fatal.
Doctors may offer a rapid flu test, but what you need to understand is a negative result doesn't necessarily mean you don't have the flu. Only lab tests can definitively show whether you've got swine flu. State health departments can do these tests.
Source: WebMD
Can it be prevented?
Influenza antiviral drugs also can be used to prevent influenza when they are given to a person who is not ill, but who has been or may be near a person with swine influenza. When used to prevent the flu, antiviral drugs are about 70% to 90% effective. When used for prevention, the number of days that they should be used will vary depending on a person’s particular situation.
Follow this general procedure to reduce the risk of catching or spreading the virus, you should:
* Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, using a tissue
* Throw the tissue away quickly and carefully
* Wash your hands regularly with soap and water
* Clean hard surfaces (like door handles and remote controls) frequently with a normal cleaning product
* Keep away from others as much as possible. This is to keep from making others sick. Do not go to work or school while ill
* Stay home for at least 24 hours after fever is gone, except to seek medical care or for other necessities. (Fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.)
* Drink clear fluids (such as water, broth, sports drinks, electrolyte beverages for infants) to keep from being dehydrated
* Wear a facemask – if available and tolerable – when sharing common spaces with other household members to help prevent spreading the virus to others.
Source: CDC, National Health Service, UK website
Will it help to wear a mask?
Information on the effectiveness of facemasks and respirators for decreasing the risk of influenza infection in community settings is extremely limited. So, it is difficult to assess their potential effectiveness in decreasing the risk of Swine Flu virus transmission in these settings. However, a well-fitted, FDA-approved mask together with other preventive measures MAY reduce the risk of contracting the flu. Those who are sick or caring for someone who is ill should consider using a mask or respirator if leaving the house becomes necessary.
Source: CDC
What precautions should one take at home?
Two things - soap and water can reduce the chance of infection by 30 per cent. All you need to do is keep washing your hand with soap and water frequently. Wash hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand cleaner when soap and water are not available. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
Eat healthy: Proteins are essential to help your body maintain and build strength. Lean meat, poultry, fish, legumes, dairy, eggs, and nuts and seeds are good sources of protein.
The Food and Drug Administration recommends that adults eat 50 grams of protein per day. Pregnant and nursing women need more. By eating foods high in protein, we also get the benefit of other healing nutrients such as vitamins B6 and B12, both of which contribute to a healthy immune system.
Vitamin B6 is widely available in foods, including protein foods such as turkey and beans as well as potatoes, spinach, and enriched cereal grains. Proteins such as meats, milk, and fish also contain vitamin B12, a powerful immune booster.
Minerals such as selenium and zinc work to keep the immune system strong. These minerals are found in protein rich foods such as beans, nuts, meat, and poultry.
Exercise: Regular exercise may help prevent the flu. According to recent findings, when moderate exercise is repeated on a near daily basis, there is a cumulative immune-enhancing effect. That is, your strong immune system can fight flu better. When you exercise, your white blood cells -- the blood cells that fight infections in the body -- travel through your body more quickly, fighting bacteria and viruses (such as flu) more efficiently. To maintain good health, experts recommend at least 30 minutes of aerobic activity such as walking, swimming, biking, or running each day.
Source: Flu India website, CDC, WebMD
What precautions should one take at schools?
* Avoid close contact with people who are sick
* People who are sick with an influenza-like illness should stay home and keep away from others as much as possible, including avoiding travel, for at least 24 hours after fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. (Fever should be gone without the use of fever-reducing medicine). Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing
* Wash your hands often
* Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
Source: CDC
Is it safe to travel?
Avoid traveling unnecessarily. However, if you must travel, check how the country you're going to handles swine flu. Although, the WHO doesn't recommend travel restrictions, many countries have set up their own H1N1 policies, and some travelers have been screened or quarantined in other countries because of swine flu concerns.
Swine flu symptoms are similar to the symptoms of regular flu and include fever of over 100.4°F, fatigue, lack of appetite, and cold. Some people with swine flu have also reported runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Nearly everyone with flu has at least two of these symptoms.
So, how do you know if you have flu or just cold?
There is one clue: when you have the flu, you feel flu symptoms sooner than you would cold symptoms, and they come on with much greater intensity. With the flu, you may feel very weak and fatigued for up to 2 or 3 weeks. You'll have muscle aches and periods of chills and sweats as fever comes and goes. You may also have a stuffy or runny nose, headache, and sore throat.
Can I compare flu symptoms with cold symptoms?
Yes. The following chart can help you compare flu symptoms with cold symptoms. Use it to lean the differences and similarities between flu and cold symptoms. Then, if you get flu symptoms, call your doctor and ask about an antiviral drug.
Symptoms
You cannot confirm if you have swine flu just based on your symptoms. Like seasonal flu, pandemic swine flu can cause neurologic symptoms in children. These events are rare, but, as cases associated with seasonal flu have shown, they can be very severe and often fatal.
Doctors may offer a rapid flu test, but what you need to understand is a negative result doesn't necessarily mean you don't have the flu. Only lab tests can definitively show whether you've got swine flu. State health departments can do these tests.
Source: WebMD
Can it be prevented?
Influenza antiviral drugs also can be used to prevent influenza when they are given to a person who is not ill, but who has been or may be near a person with swine influenza. When used to prevent the flu, antiviral drugs are about 70% to 90% effective. When used for prevention, the number of days that they should be used will vary depending on a person’s particular situation.
Follow this general procedure to reduce the risk of catching or spreading the virus, you should:
* Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, using a tissue
* Throw the tissue away quickly and carefully
* Wash your hands regularly with soap and water
* Clean hard surfaces (like door handles and remote controls) frequently with a normal cleaning product
* Keep away from others as much as possible. This is to keep from making others sick. Do not go to work or school while ill
* Stay home for at least 24 hours after fever is gone, except to seek medical care or for other necessities. (Fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.)
* Drink clear fluids (such as water, broth, sports drinks, electrolyte beverages for infants) to keep from being dehydrated
* Wear a facemask – if available and tolerable – when sharing common spaces with other household members to help prevent spreading the virus to others.
Source: CDC, National Health Service, UK website
Will it help to wear a mask?
Information on the effectiveness of facemasks and respirators for decreasing the risk of influenza infection in community settings is extremely limited. So, it is difficult to assess their potential effectiveness in decreasing the risk of Swine Flu virus transmission in these settings. However, a well-fitted, FDA-approved mask together with other preventive measures MAY reduce the risk of contracting the flu. Those who are sick or caring for someone who is ill should consider using a mask or respirator if leaving the house becomes necessary.
Source: CDC
What precautions should one take at home?
Two things - soap and water can reduce the chance of infection by 30 per cent. All you need to do is keep washing your hand with soap and water frequently. Wash hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand cleaner when soap and water are not available. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
Eat healthy: Proteins are essential to help your body maintain and build strength. Lean meat, poultry, fish, legumes, dairy, eggs, and nuts and seeds are good sources of protein.
The Food and Drug Administration recommends that adults eat 50 grams of protein per day. Pregnant and nursing women need more. By eating foods high in protein, we also get the benefit of other healing nutrients such as vitamins B6 and B12, both of which contribute to a healthy immune system.
Vitamin B6 is widely available in foods, including protein foods such as turkey and beans as well as potatoes, spinach, and enriched cereal grains. Proteins such as meats, milk, and fish also contain vitamin B12, a powerful immune booster.
Minerals such as selenium and zinc work to keep the immune system strong. These minerals are found in protein rich foods such as beans, nuts, meat, and poultry.
Exercise: Regular exercise may help prevent the flu. According to recent findings, when moderate exercise is repeated on a near daily basis, there is a cumulative immune-enhancing effect. That is, your strong immune system can fight flu better. When you exercise, your white blood cells -- the blood cells that fight infections in the body -- travel through your body more quickly, fighting bacteria and viruses (such as flu) more efficiently. To maintain good health, experts recommend at least 30 minutes of aerobic activity such as walking, swimming, biking, or running each day.
Source: Flu India website, CDC, WebMD
What precautions should one take at schools?
* Avoid close contact with people who are sick
* People who are sick with an influenza-like illness should stay home and keep away from others as much as possible, including avoiding travel, for at least 24 hours after fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. (Fever should be gone without the use of fever-reducing medicine). Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing
* Wash your hands often
* Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
Source: CDC
Is it safe to travel?
Avoid traveling unnecessarily. However, if you must travel, check how the country you're going to handles swine flu. Although, the WHO doesn't recommend travel restrictions, many countries have set up their own H1N1 policies, and some travelers have been screened or quarantined in other countries because of swine flu concerns.
Some beautiful places at Night...
Moulin Rouge-PARIS- FRANCE
Arc de triomphe-PARIS- FRANCE
Budapest Parliament-BUDAPEST -HUNGARY
Széchenyi Chain Bridge at Night-BUDAPEST- HUNGARY
The Colosseum at Night-ROME- ITALY
Devil's Mill in Mala Strana- PRAGUE
Eiffel Tower-PARIS- FRANCE
Times Square- NEW YORK CITY
Santiago de Cuba Sunset- CUBA
Grand Market at Night-Leuven- BELGIUM
Catedral de San Cristóbal-HAVANA- CUBA
Dreaming of the Thames-LONDON- ENGLAND
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