Japan To Set Up Top-Level Task Force To Bolster Farm Industry

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

TOKYO (Kyodo)--The government plans to set up a top-level task force to strengthen the agriculture sector, which is feared to suffer heavy blows when Japan joins the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade framework, government and ruling party sources said Tuesday.
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Ebert: Cancer returns, taking 'leave of presence'

CHICAGO (AP) ? Film critic Roger Ebert says he has cancer again and is scaling back his movie reviews while undergoing radiation.

In a blog post, the 70-year-old said he'll take a "leave of presence."

The veteran critic has previously battled cancer in his thyroid and salivary glands and lost the ability to speak and eat after surgery.

In a lengthy essay posted late Tuesday, Ebert says the latest cancer was discovered after a "painful fracture" that made it difficult for him to walk. The Pulitzer Prize winner was hospitalized late last year with a hip fracture.

Ebert writes he's "not going away." Instead, he'll write select movie reviews while leaving the rest of the work to a team of writers.

He also plans to spend time writing about his own health challenges.

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Roger Ebert's Journal: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/2013/04/a_leave_of_presense.html

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Twitter revamp brings native experience to Android, expanded Card content

We already knew Twitter was planning on expanding its Card content to include app, gallery and product info. But the company apparently had another sweeping change waiting in the wings: a UI refresh for Android version 4.0 and up. The update, which is currently rolling out to users, aims to bring the 140 characters or less experience more in line with native Android design (hello! Holo). To that end, the new layout enlarges the size of tweets displayed in the timeline, incorporates long-presses for "quick actions," and adds an ability to swipe left or right to parse through navigation tabs. As for that new Card integration, it's live now, so users on Android, iOS and Twitter's mobile site should be seeing those tweaks soon.

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Canon outs VIXIA HF G30 camcorder with premium optics, XA20 and XA25 for pros

While the image of the amateur camcorder user still revolves around a parent recording baby's first steps, Canon knows that at least some of us want high-quality footage without venturing too far into pro camera territory. Witness its new VIXIA HF G30, which rolls in image quality and control that are still rare outside of big shoulder-mounted cams. It includes a larger CMOS sensor than its ancestors, a new DIGIC DV 4 processor and an equally fresh 20X (26.8-536mm equivalent), f/1.8 lens; together, they should cut back on visual artifacts, improve stabilization and produce a gentler depth of field effect. Canon is also expanding its WiFi support to include DSLR-like remote control of the camcorder through the web browsers of most modern devices. The upgrade rounds out with a handful of firsts specific to the G series, such as dual recording in AVCHD and MP4 as well as a 3.5-inch, OLED touchscreen. Be prepared to sacrifice some time and money for the upgrade in home video quality, though -- Canon doesn't ship the HF G30 until June, when it will cost a not-quite-pro-level $1,700.

If you really do make a living from moving pictures, Canon also has a pair of compact pro models that share the same underlying technology. Both the XA20 and XA25 (pictured after the break) carry the same 20X lens, DIGIC DV 4 processing, WiFi and OLED display as their home-oriented cousin, but throw in pro-level expansion such as XLR microphone inputs and holders, independent audio level adjustment and (on the XA25) SDI connectors. The two will ship later in June and should carry premiums that lift their official prices up to $2,699 and $3,199, although we're seeing them on Canon's site for $500 less -- we've reached out and will let you know how much they cost in practice.

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RED ENERGY DETOX SMOOTHIE | Diary of a Social Gal

The colour alone is enough to make me crave this smoothie, but it?s definitely a lot more than just a pretty face. This blend is loaded with powerhouse detoxifiers to tame your tummy and boost your energy. The sweetness of the beets blends perfectly with the tartness of the berries and the gingery zing brings it all together. Beets and ginger are both powerful antioxidants and are filled with digestion-supporting nutrients. On top of that, this smoothie can act as a natural antibiotic, an immune-system enhancer and it contains potent anti-inflammatory properties. Your body will thank you. Oh, and it tastes amazing, so there?s that too. Cheers!

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Ingredients:

-?????? 1 small beet or ? a large beet

-?????? 1 ? ?cup frozen strawberries or raspberries

-?????? 1 cup chopped celery

-?????? Small handful of parsley

-?????? 3 heaping tablespoons grated fresh ginger

-?????? Water/ice for desired consistency

Optional:

-?????? Stevia extract or dates for added sweetness

-?????? Hemp or rice protein for a protein boost

-?????? Leafy greens for added nutrients

Photo 1: CRISTINA GRASSI.

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About CRISTINA GRASSI

And another spectacular social gal joins the team. Yay! Montreal native Cristina Grassi is an ambitious young NYU journalism student with a passion for all things health/wellness/fitness. She also likes to share (lucky us).

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Hello:)

Hello there:) Well I am new here and hope to find many new role play friends. I am 16 years old and the names Jack. Yes I am a female name Jack. A little about me? Well I enjoy writing and play sports. Ummmm I manage to let my mind wander a lot and love the fantasy world. I am a huge vampire and anime person and love just about anything to fantasy to realistic. I also role play on a website chicken smoothie, yea weird name I know, anywho i need help and am unsure where to start.

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A Precision Guided Firearm Powered by Linux

I've written a number of times about how ubiquitous Linux has become. It powers supercomputers and cell phones. It's in automotive infotainment systems. It's in medical equipment. It's also now in firearms, thanks to the folks at Tracking Point.

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