04.06.2008 ---> What I just realized.

NEWSMAKERS (Mar. 31 - Apr. 6)

• President Robert Mugabe unsatisfied of results. Zimbabwe Election. From www.zimbabwenews.net.
Supplement: Election report.

Introduction to Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia): the History of.



• They don't need white flag. Protestants took umbrage on the Olympics. Further reading:
Arrests in London for boycotting torch relay. The torch will arrive in San Francisco, CA, USA on Wednesday April 9th. Ceremony starts 1pm PST (Pacific Standard Time) follow by an 8-mile run through the city.

• Come on, make my day (or their day, rather). The story: Python rides a jeepney to Manila, Philippines.

• The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.

Dominating the market, again! Microsoft gives Yahoo! 3 more weeks (at most) to take in the offer; otherwise Microsoft will seek harsh ways to acquire Yahoo! or pay a much lesser (cash) buy-in to settle the issue. Poor Jerry Yang looking at the end of the company he helped created. Who's sipping coffee in the movie director's seat watching their show? Google.

It's all about cashing in ads on the internet.

• Aloha Airlines, ATA, and Skybus Airlines closed operation from soaring fuel prices. Ouch! At least they are still operating in the virtual world of Flight Simulator. Thanks to Microsoft!

• NASA newly discovered a new black hole the size in 15 miles across in the Milky Way galaxy, named J1605 in the Ara constellation. Even though the object is small, it can still stretch a person into the shape of spaghetti with its strong force.

Related (of that you might find helpful): The Jovian (Jupiter's) satellites (articles from Wikipedia).
(1) Ganymede. (2) Europa.

• Successful unmanned European cargo resupply spacecraft to ISS. Link: Jules Verne's journey.

WE CALL IT MAGIC


Did I move that ?

The rediscovery of a hidden ability... your powerful "mind".

Researchers explain poltergeists via Quantum Physics - We're skeptical, but AFP, a global news agency, explains that scientist has a history of publishing outrageous stories, which are actually true.

Two physicists are publishing a paper in science journal NeuroQuantology explaining the existence and activities of poltergeists. Yes, poltergeists. Pierro Brovetto and Vera Maxia believe pubescent "female neuronal activity" triggers quantum field changes. They believe that these disturbances cause the flying objects and supernatural disturbances typical of poltergeist activity. Similarly, the Rhine Center, a research center that studies the paranormal, suggests that poltergeist effects are "outward manifestations of psychological trauma," and that the supernatural phenomena originates within human minds. In other words we are capable moving things without contacting the actual object.

Telekinesis

My biology teacher in high school, who was also a psychologist, once showed the class how to move a waste basket by just looking at it. She also said in a lecture that telepathic (communicating without words with a person in distant) is possible. Have we all had that experience dreaming of the same dream or thinking the exact subject between friends and families/relatives without first speaking? Or you dropped/broke something (or fell, or felt bad; uncomfortable in a certain time frame) then later somebody you know called to report you that a tragic relating to both of you had happened? Getting that emotional "click" is crucial in the process. From using that same concept, we may well have the ability to move things without hands by just staring and concentrating on the object. Eerie...but fun. Fortune tellers use this to train themselves to foretell the future.

We all know of somebody healed themselves from cancer (like those recovered AIDS patients) by utilizing their willful mind. Scientists said what makes you is what you believe in. Stand your ground. After all, we are all on the same boat - Earth, the only planet so far we only know of that supports life and where we call "Home".

So in the end, my opinion on this is that the phrase " Keep your hands off! " and " Keep the hands to yourself " does not apply here. Train, always feel and listen to your "6th sense (intuition; gut feeling)".

Tip I learned from one of my teacher: If you were given to choose only one from the many choices, and that you don't know which one is right for you, choose the one you feel the most comfortable with. For example, two answers from a multiple choice questionaire in an exam seem both correct. But in fact, only one is the correct answer. Which one to mark? Pick the one that first took your notice. Your first choice/feeling is always correct (as high as 80%). I've had that experience. Trust me.

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NO EARWORMS HERE


Listen up and dive-in.

These are my favorite artists who are coming to town. If you happen to be in the Bay Area and they are yours too, you may want to attend their act(s) and support them. They will all be in the HP (Hewlett-Packard) Pavilion in San Jose, CA, USA.

> > > Tuesday April 8, 2008.
Jon Bon Jovi - the "Lost Highway Tour" concert. Special guest Daughtry opens.

Visit and register at the SJC local radio station 106.5FM (KEZR - today's / my best mix station): www.todaysbestmix.com. They are giving away free backstage pass to meet the singers (Bon Jovi and Chris Daughtry) and VIP sit-on stage ticket during the performing. Last chance to register on their site is Monday April 7, 2008. Winner's ticket will be sent door-to-door via express mail so it arrives before the event. Good luck, I hope you win.

Btw, visit Sandy and 106.5FM KEZR @ San Jose. Or email her as she'll be interviewing Chris Daughtry. You can send in your questions for Daughtry that you want Sandy to ask. Sandy's email: todaysbestmix.com/Sandy or Sandy@kezr.com. Tell her I sent you.

Tickets are sold out. No need to check for purchasing. The only option to get in is mentioned above.

> > > Wednesday May 7, 2008.
Avril Lavigne - "Boys Like Girls" concert.

Tickets:
Choice (1): www.ticketmaster.com. (Homepage)
Choice (2): www.ticketmaster.com. (Reserved for Avril. Direct access page.)

YOU GO, GIRL!!!
(Pink - Lavigne's favorite color.)

Btw, she's currently in Montreal-Quebec, Canada for a short vacation and on a re-union with her family/friends after a recent concert. She says it feels good to be home in Canada.

> > > Saturday May 10, 2008.
Alicia Keys' show. Opening for her is Jordin Sparks.

You can get tickets here: Concert.



p.s. Unfortunately, I am not attending any of those events. Anyway, have fun for those of you who do (and may be get me an autograph from each of them. No, just kidding).

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- YT
xo

04.02.2008 ---> Flip that switch and decide for yourself.



The Headlines.

• Obama announces Bill Clinton as running mate.
WASHINGTON D.C., April 1 - In an unprecedented move, Democratic hopeful Barack Obama announced that former Governor of Arkansas, and President of the U.S., Bill Clinton, will become his running mate in the 2008 race to the White House.

• NPR: Federally Funded Flea Dips for Fluffy?
The Bush administration announced a new, $345-trillion proposal to extend universal health care to pets -- causing the fur to fly on Capitol Hill as fiscal conservatives, animal rights groups and pro-human advocates joined the heated debate.

• Napster buys Microsoft, plans to sue itself.
Napster Inc., the start-up music file-swapping company shuttered by the courts that has never generated a single dollar in revenue, announced that it has bought Microsoft Corporation, the world's largest software company, valued at more than $328 billion.

• Yearly Internet Spring Cleaning E-mail starts.
Each year the Internet must be shut down for 24 hours in order to allow us to clean it. The cleaning process, which eliminates dead email and inactive ftp, www and gopher sites, allows for a better-working and faster Internet.

Above are April Fools news that made the day. Be careful not to be too trustworthy of anything you read online. Of course, a sense of humor is a great way to give your site personality and help it stand out from the pack.

More April Fool's from BBC site. Go Here > > >.

Should the car warm up before driving, or cool down after driving?
In the days of caveman when carburetors were used along with standard ignition systems, it was a good idea to warm up the engine for 10 minutes or so before embarking on a trip because carburetors had what was called a "Cold Start Circuit." This "circuit" used a choke (a butterfly valve located in the top of the carburetor). The choke was controlled by a bi-metallic spring that expanded and contracted, depending on the temperature.

When cold, the spring would contract, pulling the choke closed. When the choke was in the closed position, the carburetor would let in more raw fuel than when the choke was open. Engines needed a much richer fuel mixture to start when cold, hence the closing of the choke on cold startup. After the engine warmed up, the spring would expand, the choke would open, and the carburetor would run on the "Idle and Power Circuit," using much less fuel. Why this history lesson? Because today's cars use EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) instead of carburetors. With EFI, the system senses when it's cold outside and makes adjustments to fuel delivery for cold start and run conditions. The computer system monitors engine parameters while running and makes adjustments to fuel delivery and ignition timing for optimum performance, regardless of the engine temperature. Therefore, warm up or cool down really doesn't matter on today's cars. Allow the engine to run a few minutes when it's very cold before proceeding so that the oil is flowing, then off to your destination!

Does gas go bad?
Does gasoline really go bad if it were left it unused for a period of time? Some people are convinced this is just another car myth, and that people who worry about old gas and spend money on fuel stabilizer are wasting psychic energy as well as cash. But in fact, gasoline can degrade over time. That can lead to a number of problems, ranging from hard starting, to rough running, to no starting at all.

Here's the reason:
Unlike crude oil, gasoline is a highly refined product brewed to a certain chemical composition with very specific characteristics. One characteristic of gas is volatility, a term used to describe how easily and under what conditions the gas vaporizes so it can be efficiently burned in a car's engine. The most highly volatile components in gasoline also tend to evaporate over time. As they do, the remaining fuel's volatility and ability to combust properly degrades. The less volatile the fuel, the less effectively it burns in the engine, and the residue and gunk - the biproduct of burnt fuel acculumates. The result is diminished engine performance. The motor may still work, but it probably won't do as well. The good news is, once the old gas has been consumed and the tank is topped off with fresh fuel, with occasional cleansing additives the problem should cure itself. Evaporation of volatile compounds can be limited by making sure the gas cap is secured tightly. For the same reason, be sure all portable gas containers are sealed tightly as well.

A more serious problem... Oxidation.
Hydrocarbons in the gas react with oxygen to produce new compounds that eventually change the chemical composition of the fuel. This leads to varnish deposits in the fuel system. These deposits and impurities can clog up gas lines and filters, as well the small orifices in a carburetor and the even smaller orifices in a fuel injector. Removing these deposits can be expensive and the vehicle may not run at all or run very poorly until they are removed.

Water contamination.
Condensation can form inside the gas tank and lines from heat cycling. Fuels such as E85, which have a high concentration of ethanol alcohol, may be even more susceptible to water contamination, as ethanol likes to draw moisture out of the surrounding air.

Water contamination can be a problem at gas stations with light traffic due to a slightly different kind of heat cycling. The underground storage tanks experience increases and decreases in temperature. This can cause moisture to form and contaminate the fuel. When we fill up at such a station, we're pumping in the water along with the gas. Such low-traffic stations may also have other contaminants in their underground storage tanks, such as rust. They are best avoided when possible.

Water, of course, does not work too well as a fuel in an internal combustion engine. It will cause hard starting and rough running until it's purged from the system. It can also contribute to internal rusting of the gas lines and tank. The resultant scale and small particles can create a true nightmare, sometimes requiring the replacement of the gas l ines and tank at considerable expense.

Oxidized fuel often turns darker over time and may even smell sour. You can reduce the chances of water contamination by keeping your car's gas tank as close to full as possible, especially if the vehicle is going to be left idle for an extended period.

How to identify bad gas?
One way is visual inspection. Oxidized fuel often turns darker over time and may even smell sour. We can check stored gasoline by pouring some into a clear glass container and comparing it side-by-side with known fresh gasoline. If the old sample looks noticeably darker than the fresh gas, we have strong evidence the gas has gone bad.

How long does it take for gas to go bad?
That depends on a number of factors. For one, it's hard to know how old the gas just bought actually is. It may be fresh from the refinery, or it may be a month old already by the time it's been topped off the tank. Some gasoline is mixed with better or more oxidation inhibitors than others.

It's a good rule of thumb to avoid leaving gas in the tank or a storage container for more than a coupe of months, if one can avoid it.

And if we can't?
If gas will be in the tank or a storage container for a couple months, then it's a wise move to buy some fuel system stabilizer and mix it in with the gasoline. Do it before bringing the vehicle into long-term storage or before leaving the lawn equipment fuel containers sitting for the winter. The stabilizer helps prevent oxidation, the main concern that can turn gas into garbage that clogs the system and leads to expensive repair work.

Using fuel system stabilizer for extended storage is preferable to draining the tank and leaving the system dry. This can cause rubber hoses, gaskets and seals to dry-rot and crack, possibly leading to leaks and even a fire. In addition, a dry system can expose the insides of metal fuel lines and the gas tank to air and moisture, which can lead to or accelerate the formation of rust. Fuel system stabilizer is not a cure-all and it doesn't last forever. It must be mixed with fresh gas before the vehicle is stored, not added to already old gas. It can slow down the oxidation process and keep gas fresh for as long as 12 to 15 months. If the owner is going to leave the vehicle parked for longer than that, drain the tank and refill with fresh fuel before returning the vehicle to service.

• 10 Most Fuel Efficient
Toyota Prius • Civic Hybrid • Camry Hybrid • Toyota Yaris • Toyota Corolla
Honda Fit • MINI Cooper • Escape Hybrid • Kia Rio • Hyundai Accent.

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- YT
xo

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