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• May 22, 2013
• 5:59

  Derailed train in Canada spills 91000 liters of oil - Press TV

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  Press TV

  Derailed train in Canada spills 91000 liters of oil Press TV The rising number of oil spills from train accidents comes as the country's train operators have increased its crude shipments in an attempt to meet oil companies' demand. The incident was the fourth such accident in 2013. In April, around 20 freight ... Canadian train derails, 575 barrels of crude oil spilled in Sask.DigitalJournal.com Canadian Pacific Spills Most Oil in Three Months in SaskatchewanBloomberg 575 barrels of oil spilled in Saskatchewan train derailmentToronto Sun Globe and Mail -UPI.com all 20 news articles »

• May 21, 2013
• 19:34

  Oyster leaseholders lose suit blaming oil spill berms for damage - NOLA.com

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  Oyster leaseholders lose suit blaming oil spill berms for damage NOLA.com Oyster growers on both sides of the Mississippi River who sued the state, dredge operators and BP claiming damages to their oyster leases in 2010 during the construction of berms designed to capture oil during the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill had ...

• 19:04

  Officials looking for source of oil spill hitting Galveston beaches - Houston Chronicle

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  San Francisco Chronicle

  Officials looking for source of oil spill hitting Galveston beaches Houston Chronicle Anhart estimated that about 50 gallons of oil spilled over the 1-1/2 mile stretch of shoreline. A European shipping company hired the clean-up crews to pick up the oil, but it has not been determined whether the company was responsible for the spill ... Minor spill, tar balls cleaned up at GalvestonSan Antonio Express Tar Balls Wash Up on Galveston BeachNews 92 FM all 6 news articles »

• 18:29

  Just Posted: Olympus E-PM2 Review

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  We've just posted our review of the The Olympus PEN Mini E-PM2. The E-PM2 is an entry-level Micro Four Thirds system camera, with a 16MP CMOS sensor and full 1080 HD video. It's one of the smallest mirrorless cameras on the market and boasts 8 frames per second continuous shooting. This second generation 'Mini' is effectively the image quality 'guts' of the OM-D in a compact, lightweight, novice-friendly form. Click through to find out what we think of it.

• 18:28

  Luminescent World eBook Price Dramatically Reduced

   » ‎ Mark S. Johnson Photography

  I have great news. The price of my Luminescent World eBook has just been reduced from $24.95 to $9.97!

  In this 109-page eBook, I share a delightful medley of creative camera and Photoshop techniques that can’t be found anywhere else. You’ll learn how to craft compelling soft-glow montages, high dynamic range composites, multi-image montages, long-exposure tilts, in-camera multiple-exposure rotate and zoom montages, walks through a forest with an open shutter, mirror montages, long-exposure slap zooms, and many more. Most importantly, this comprehensive, illustrated guide will teach you how to be expressive with your photography and how to cultivate your imagination! This eBook is about so much more than photography. It’s about the joy that comes from expressing your true nature. I believe that a photograph created during a moment of inspiration has the potential to reveal the contents of your soul. The stories in Luminescent World offer a tiny glimpse into mine.

  

  

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• 16:31

  Texas Sues Companies Connected to Macondo Oil Spill - Rigzone

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  Legal News Line

  Texas Sues Companies Connected to Macondo Oil Spill Rigzone The state of Texas filed a lawsuit Friday against BP plc, Transocean Ltd. and other parties involved in the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, seeking damages related to the affects of the oil spill. Texas is the fifth Gulf of Mexico state to file ... BP wants U.S. government to reduce court-ordered oil-spill payoutsGrist BP challenges 'spurious' claims from Macondo oil spillHazardEx Texas AG files lawsuit against BP for oil spill damagesLegal News Line FuelFix (blog) -Insurance Journal -Investorplace.com all 9 news articles »

• 16:08

  An oil spill cleanup could harm our waters - Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber

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  An oil spill cleanup could harm our waters Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber Last October, the Washington Department of Ecology conducted an oil spill drill on the west side of Blake Island, just north of Vashon. The drill tested the ability of six area oil companies to mount a rapid, effective response. The usual boom ... and more »

• 15:45

  Key Charge Against Ex-BP Executive Is Dismissed in Oil Spill Case - Main Justice

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  FuelFix (blog)

  Key Charge Against Ex-BP Executive Is Dismissed in Oil Spill Case Main Justice A federal judge has thrown out a crucial part of the charges against a former BP executive arising from the huge 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in a ruling that elated a defense lawyer and infuriated a member of Congress who led an inquiry into ... Judge tosses obstruction charge against former BP exec in spill caseFuelFix (blog) Former BP executive's obstruction charge thrown out by judgeNOLA.com US judge dismisses obstruction charge against BP executive over Gulf spillHydrocarbon Processing Bayoubuzz -Bloomberg -NPR (blog) all 14 news articles »

• 15:41

  LL Bakery, Inc. Announces the Recall of White Farm Enriched White Bread, Butter Farm Enriched White Bread, and Italian Cream Danish for Undeclared Milk Allergens

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  LL Bakery Inc. of Torrance, CA is recalling all White Farm Enriched White Bread, Butter Farm Enriched White Bread, and Italian Cream Danish because product labels fail to declare the allergen "milk", in the whey powder listed in their ingredient statements. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a life threatening allergic reaction, anaphylaxis, that requires immediate medical attention should they consume these products.

• 15:35

  When disaster strikes, photo editors can help save memories

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  When homes are damaged, often the most important items cannot be replaced. For victims of fire, floods and other natural disasters, family photos are among the worst things to lose. Operation Photo Rescue brings together victims with professional photo editors to turn damaged images back into clear memories. Learn more on connect.dpreview.com.

• 13:17

  BP moves to stop 'irreparable harm' of oil spill payouts - Financial Times

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  BP moves to stop 'irreparable harm' of oil spill payouts Financial Times BP has stepped up its efforts to challenge what it believes are unjustified compensation payments under the multibillion-dollar settlement it agreed with victims of the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. The British oil group has doubled the rate at which ... Since February, BP has stepped-up challenges to compensation awards ...Seeking Alpha all 2 news articles »

• 8:21

  Shell, Community Disagree Over Cause of Bayelsa Oil Spill - AllAfrica.com

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  Shell, Community Disagree Over Cause of Bayelsa Oil Spill AllAfrica.com The Ikarama Community in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State has disagreed with Shell Petroleum Development Company over the cause of the reported oil spills from nearby oil wells. The spill has contaminated the Taylor Creek in Yenagoa; ... Investment View: Reputations are at stake, but Shell is a better bet than BPThe Independent all 2 news articles »

• 7:34

  Falling pole sparks fire, oil spill, outage in Leominster - Sentinel and Enterprise

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  Falling pole sparks fire, oil spill, outage in Leominster Sentinel and Enterprise LEOMINSTER -- A falling utility pole on Lancaster Street led to a triple transformer fire, a large mineral oil spill into a nearby stream and an hours-long power outage Monday. According to Deputy Fire Chief Gary Ranno, the pole at 645 Lancaster St ...

• 6:21

  New Ecologically Friendly Way To Clean Up Oil Spills — Raw Unprocessed Cotton - CleanTechnica

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  New Ecologically Friendly Way To Clean Up Oil Spills — Raw Unprocessed Cotton CleanTechnica New research, just published in ACS journal Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, has found that unprocessed, raw cotton may be the ideal material for cleaning up oil spills — it has an amazing ability to soak up oil, is relatively ecologically ... Low-Grade Cotton Brings Top Value in Oil Spill CleanupLab Manager Laboratory News all 2 news articles »

• May 20, 2013
• 19:21

  All-new Flickr comes with free terabyte - and ads

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  Flickr fans may find the lure of a free terabyte attractive, but they might be put off by the accompanying advertisements that support Flickr's new free account model. A major update to the photo sharing service has completely revamped the look of accounts and restructured the way users may pay for Flickr in the future. We take a look at the changes on connect.dpreview.com.

• 19:02

  Eco-Cuisine Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Eco-Cuisine of Boulder, Colorado is recalling all lots of T3314 Basic Brownie Mix, T3333 Betty Brownie Mix with Vanilla, T3388 Ground Beef Style Quick Mix, T3394 Sausage Style Quick Mix, T3416 Chocolate Cookie Mix, T3417 Lemon Muffin Mix, and T3418 English Scone Mix, CM25COOK Basic Cookie Mix 25 lb. bag, CM25MUFF Basic Muffin Mix 25 lb. bag, CM25SCON Basic Scone Mix 25 lb. Bag, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

• 18:40

  New York Times details photo editing policy for fashion magazine

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  A cover image in the latest issue of the New York Times' monthly style magazine, T, has led to an interesting discussion about the newspaper's policy on photo retouching. While editors forbid any image manipulation beyond, 'minor color-toning and brightness' in news stories, retouches and removal of blemishes are allowed in the style magazine's fashion photography. Does a newspaper risk credibility by allowing retouching on editorially-branded content? Click to read more and share your thoughts.

• 18:26

  How Adobe’s Creative Cloud Will Affect Existing Customers

   » ‎ Mark S. Johnson Photography

  After hearing a lot of feedback about Adobe’s recent announcement that their Creative Suite software can no longer be purchased and is now available only by subscription, one thing I’ve noticed over and over is that most people are confused. I’m writing this post in an effort to share the facts so that each person can make an informed decision about how to proceed.

  In early May, Adobe announced the rise of the Creative Cloud and the end of the Creative Suite. To be eligible for upgrades, one must now subscribe monthly to the Creative Cloud and can no longer own the software. As soon as you sign up for a subscription, the software can be downloaded to your computer and runs directly from your hard drive. The software will continue to work even if you do not have an internet connection and will only expire if you fail to pay your monthly subscription fee or are offline for more than a month.

  How does this affect photographers?

  If you only use Photoshop and have no need for other Adobe software, in the past you paid approx. $180 every 18 months to upgrade to the newest version of Photoshop. Under the new subscription plan, existing customers who own Photoshop CS3 or later pay $9.99/month for Photoshop; thus, the new subscription plan costs approx. $180 per version which is consistent with the old pricing.

  I’ve heard the argument that Adobe may increase the price after one year. This is true, but keep in mind that Adobe has always had this option.

  I’ve also heard the argument that a subscription service does not allow a user to skip upgrades or to hang on to one version indefinitely. This is true. You no longer have these options.

  How does this affect folks who use more than Photoshop?

  There is good news for folks who use Photoshop as well as InDesign, Illustrator, or Adobe’s other offerings. In the past, it cost $785 or more to upgrade the entire Creative Suite. Over the course of 18 months (the typical period between upgrades), this tallies to approx. $44/month. Under the new Creative Cloud plan, the cost is either $19.99/month for current owners of CS6 ($360 per 18-month cycle) or $29.99/month for current owners of CS3 – CS5.5 ($540 per 18-month cycle). The math here is easy. If you use more than Photoshop, you save money over the old pricing.

  Where does Lightroom fit in?

  For the time being, if all you use is Photoshop and Lightroom, it makes the most sense to purchase the $9.99/month Single App (Photoshop) Creative Cloud subscription plan and continue to purchase the Lightroom upgrade for $79. If, however, you use Photoshop, Lightroom, and other Adobe software, then it makes sense to go with one of the plans listed in the previous paragraph.

  Now that you have the facts, here is a link to pricing for current owners of Adobe products..

  

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• 17:32

  Sandoz US Announces Voluntary Nationwide Recall of two lots of Methotrexate Sodium, USP, Injectable Vials, 25mg/mL, 40mL vials

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Sandoz is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall to the hospital/user level of two lots of its Methotrexate Sodium, USP, 25 mg/mL, 40 mL vial injectable product in the US, due to the discovery of particulate matter in vials during routine quality examination of retention samples at the manufacturer. The product is preservative free.

• 17:16

  Google releases more photocentric Google+ app for Android

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  At last week's I/O developer conference Google announced a number of upgrades to the photo section of its Google+ social network, including features such as 'Auto-Highlight', 'Auto-Enhance' and 'Auto'-Awesome'. To make the same experience available on its mobile platform the search giant has released an upgraded Google+ app for Android. Click through to Connect to find out more.

• 16:46

  Book Review: Shooting in Sh*tty Light

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  Lindsay Adler and Erik Valind, both working professionals and educators, have written a beginner’s guide to photographic lighting with an unusual conceit at its core. By structuring a book around a list of common challenges - what they call the 'top ten worst situations' - they've created a digestible, useful 'lighting 101' guide. In this short review, Adam Koplan takes a look at their book 'Shooting in Sh**ty Light: The Top Ten Worst Photography Lighting Situations and How to Conquer Them'.

• 14:29

  Precautionary Recall Issued For Pre-Packaged Texas Gulf Shrimp

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Galveston Shrimp Company has issued a precautionary voluntary recall of its pre-packaged Texas Gulf Shrimp due to foreign material found in a bag. The pre-packaged bags are shipped to HEB Stores. Customers who recently purchased pre-packaged Gulf Shrimp are encouraged to check their refrigerators and/or freezers.

• 13:40

  DxOMark investigates lenses for the Nikon D600

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  Our friends and collaborators over at DxOMark have recently been looking into how lenses score on specific cameras, and the latest model they've examined is the Nikon D600. In a three-part article published at the end of last week, they investigate how 70 lenses from Carl Zeiss, Nikon, Samyang, Sigma, Tamron and Tokina measure up on the D600's 24MP sensor.  The article also compares how given lenses score on the D600 compared to the 36MP D800 and 24MP D3X. Click through for links to the three parts of the article.    

• 12:23

  Just posted: Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD lens review

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  Just posted: Our review of the Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD. In our latest lens review produced in collaboration with DxOMark, we look at Tamron's fast standard zoom for full frame cameras - the first in its class to include optical stabilisation. With its Ultrasonic Drive focus motor and drip-proof construction, it looks like a very tempting option for full frame shooters, especially as it costs rather less than its counterparts from Canon, Nikon or Sony. But is this all too good to be true? Click through to read our review and find out.

• 10:31

  Texas to receive $203 million for oil spill impact - Lone Star Outdoor News - Lone Star Outdoor News

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  Daily Mail

  Texas to receive $203 million for oil spill impact - Lone Star Outdoor News Lone Star Outdoor News aabaits Texas will receive $203 million over a five-year period to restore Gulf coast natural resources impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation announced recently. NFWF will administer the Gulf ... BP, Transocean Are Sued by Texas Over 2010 Gulf Oil SpillBloomberg Texas to sue firms over Deepwater Horizon oil spillBDlive Texas sues BP for damages related to oil spillChicago Sun-Times News 92 FM -Daily Mail -NOLA.com all 74 news articles »

• 10:13

  New NOAA report examines national oil pollution threat from shipwrecks - NOAA

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  NOAA

  New NOAA report examines national oil pollution threat from shipwrecks NOAA NOAA presented to the U.S. Coast Guard today a new report that finds that 36 sunken vessels scattered across the U.S. seafloor could pose an oil pollution threat to the nation's coastal marine resources. Of those, 17 were recommended for further ... and more »

• 8:35

  BP wants U.S. government to reduce court-ordered oil-spill payouts - Grist

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  BP wants U.S. government to reduce court-ordered oil-spill payouts Grist BP says it's being forced to make overly large payments to companies in the Gulf Coast region that claim to have lost business because of the spill, and it says those payments are jeopardizing BP's own financial recovery and potentially putting the ...

• 7:43

  'FARC attack on pipeline' causes oil spill in southern Colombia - Colombia Reports - Colombia Reports

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  Colombia Reports

  'FARC attack on pipeline' causes oil spill in southern Colombia - Colombia Reports Colombia Reports An alleged FARC attack has caused an oil spill in the south of country, Colombia's nationally-run oil company Ecopetrol said Sunday. According to a company press release, a rebel explosives attack in the the southern Putumayo department caused an ... and more »

• 5:37

  Exxon still examining Arkansas oil spill - UPI.com

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  Inside Climate News

  Exxon still examining Arkansas oil spill UPI.com A 22-foot rupture on the Pegasus oil pipeline spilled about 5,000 barrels of a diluted form of Canadian crude oil into an Arkansas neighborhood in late March. The state's attorney general requested extensive information from the company and it was ... Exxon: No Plans Yet To Reopen Ruptured Pipeline, and No Answers WhyInside Climate News all 2 news articles »

• 2:33

  OSHA Impersonator Gets 57 Months in Oil Spill Scam - Claims Journal - ClaimsJournal.com

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  OSHA Impersonator Gets 57 Months in Oil Spill Scam - Claims Journal ClaimsJournal.com A woman has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for bilking Gulf Coast residents by posing as a federal safety official after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The U.S. Justice Department said Friday that 47-year-old Connie Knight, formerly of ...

• 0:00

  Photo Vault 54

   » ‎ Mark S. Johnson Photography
  

  Please click the image above to view a larger version.

  It’s remarkable what you can accomplish with textures, HDR, and a child’s toy dinosaur! The dinosaur was captured using natural light and processed into an HDR using Photomatix Pro.  The textures are part of my Texture Labs Collections.  Let your imagination roar today!

  By the way, if you plan to purchase Photomatix Pro, you’re entitled to a 15% discount by entering the code MSJPhoto during checkout.

  

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• May 19, 2013
• 18:20

  Secrecy still surrounds Deepwater Horizon oil spill cleanup: Please don't look ... - CultureMap Houston

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  Secrecy still surrounds Deepwater Horizon oil spill cleanup: Please don't look ... CultureMap Houston Editor's Note: In 2010, Katie Oxford filed a series of riveting columns from the heart of the Gulf oil spill disaster. She recently returned to Louisiana. This is her sixth column in a series. It picks up from her Grand Isle journey. GRAND ISLE, La ...

• 12:30

  Texas to sue firms over Deepwater Horizon oil spill - BDlive

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  Telegraph.co.uk

  Texas to sue firms over Deepwater Horizon oil spill BDlive DALLAS — Texas has joined the crowd of Gulf of Mexico states to file a lawsuit against BP, Halliburton and others for their role in one of the worst oil spills in US history. The complaint, filed on Friday in the US District Court in Beaumont, Texas ... BP, Transocean Are Sued by Texas Over 2010 Gulf Oil SpillBloomberg Texas sues BP for damages related to oil spillChicago Sun-Times Texas Sues BPNews 92 FM NOLA.com -WWL -Telegraph.co.uk all 71 news articles »

• May 17, 2013
• 22:36

  Woman gets 57 months for impersonating safety official after Gulf oil spill - CNN International

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  NOLA Defender

  Woman gets 57 months for impersonating safety official after Gulf oil spill CNN International "On the heels of the largest environmental disaster in U.S. history, Knight illegally profited from a community already suffering from the impacts of the oil spill by falsely impersonating a federal official and raising false hopes for employment ... Woman handed 57-month prison sentence for fraud during BP oil spillWWL OSHA impersonator gets 57 months in oil spill scamThe Baytown Sun Jail Time for Woman Who Posed as OSHA Worker After OozyNOLA Defender all 7 news articles »

• 19:29

  Introducing... What The Duck on dpreview.com

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  We've been fans of Aaron Johnson's comic strip 'What the Duck' for years. 'WTD' is one of the best satirical comic strips in the world, and we're pleased to announce that we'll be publishing it weekly on dpreview.com, starting today. Click through for the first in what we hope will be a long series!

• 17:43

  Here's what low-grade cotton means for oil spill cleanup - Memphis Business Journal

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  Here's what low-grade cotton means for oil spill cleanup Memphis Business Journal Researchers have discovered that low-micronaire cotton, which is tougher to dye and is therefore discounted as an inferior product, is surprisingly effective when used in the cleanup of oil spills. A study conducted by the Nonwovens and Advanced ... and more »

• 17:30

  10 Photo Editing Programs (that aren't Photoshop)

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  Adobe Photoshop has become ubiquitous since its introduction more than 20 years ago, but it isn't the only game in town. In this article, we've selected 10 photo editing programs that aren't all as well-known as Photoshop, but which are well worth investigating if you're looking for other options. Click through for a link to the full article. 

• 17:20

  In-depth look at Google+ Photo Update with the Team that Designed it

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  At its I/O developers conference a couple of days ago Google introduced various updates to its Google+ social networking platform, many of which will be of interest to photographers. As well as changes to layout, images can be 'auto-enhanced', made into panoramas and animations, and the system can also select the best facial expressions in group shots. Click through for more details on connect.dpreview.com.

• 13:19

  Pentec Health Announces Limited Voluntary Recall of Certain Compounded Prescription Therapies for Renal Patients

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Pentec Health, Inc. has decided to initiate a limited, voluntary recall of in-date nutritional prescriptions for renal patients due to lack of sterility assurance associated with one of its laminar flow hoods used in compounding. The recall covers renal therapies that were compounded in this hood on or before May 2, 2013.

• 12:11

  Woman handed 57-month prison sentence for fraud during BP oil spill - WWL

   » ‎ oil spill - Google News

  Woman handed 57-month prison sentence for fraud during BP oil spill WWL According to the Department of Justice, Knight claimed her classes satisfied the requirements for individuals interested in helping clean up the oil spill. Some of her classes however, lasted only two hours, far less time than the legitimate six-day ...

• 11:54

  Tropical Valley Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk and Walnuts in Next by Nature Dark Chocolate Bananas

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Tropical Valley Foods Inc. of Plattsburgh, NY, is recalling next by Nature DARK CHOCOLATE BANANAS, 3 oz. bags, due to undeclared milk and walnuts. People who have an allergy to milk and/or walnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
• 9:41

  Rural King Recalls Deer Corn Because of Possible Health Risk

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Rural King Distributing of Mattoon, IL is recalling 205 tons of Deer Corn, because it has the potential to be contaminated with aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mold by-product.

• 6:24

  BP Oil Spill Claims Chief Braces for Surge in Filings - Insurance Journal - Insurance Journal

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  Insurance Journal

  BP Oil Spill Claims Chief Braces for Surge in Filings - Insurance Journal Insurance Journal The deadline for claims against BP Plc in connection with the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill is 11 months away, but the man responsible for paying the claims said on Thursday he is already bracing for a late surge in filings. Patrick Juneau, a Lafayette ... and more »

• 5:42

  'Fictitious' oil spill claims could ruin us, BP says as it asks the government ... - Daily Mail

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  Daily Mail

  'Fictitious' oil spill claims could ruin us, BP says as it asks the government ... Daily Mail BP has asked the Government to help it battle a wave of 'fictitious' claims for billions in compensation over the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. The oil giant says lawyers are encouraging Gulf Coast businesses to make spurious claims just to earn a ...

• May 16, 2013
• 17:55

  XiStera smartphone tool offers 8 functions in one device

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  The XiStera smartphone tool is one of the more interesting Kickstarter projects we've seen lately. It is an all-in-one device that promises to do just about everything the mobile photographer on the go might require. XiStera serves as a lens adapter, phone stand, tripod mount, headphone wrap and stylus for your iPhone 5. It also works as a bottle opener and key chain, and can attach an optional LED light to your phone. Click through to Connect for more details.
  

• 17:49

  Long Ridge Road in Stamford reopened after oil spill - News 12 Connecticut - News 12 Connecticut

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  Long Ridge Road in Stamford reopened after oil spill - News 12 Connecticut News 12 Connecticut The street had been cordoned off between Hunting Ridge and Wildwood roads after a tanker crash led to a major oil spill. Earlier, a car hit a utility pole and snapped it in half. The drivers in both accidents were not seriously hurt. ... Content ... and more »

• 16:56

  Just posted: Nikon D5200 in-depth review

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  We've just posted our 20-page review of the Nikon D5200. Nikon's 'advanced beginner' APS-C DSLR offers several features that should also appeal to enthusiasts, such as a 24MP CMOS sensor, a 39-point AF system inherited from the D7000 and an Auto ISO system linked to the focal length of the lens. Add an articulated rear LCD and the ability to output uncompressed video and you've got the makings of a very promising camera. Does the D5200 live up to its potential in real-world use? Click through to read our in-depth review.

• 15:49

  Low-grade cotton offers more ecologically-friendly way to clean oil spills - Science Daily (press release)

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  Voice of America

  Low-grade cotton offers more ecologically-friendly way to clean oil spills Science Daily (press release) It's very dense and releases toxic vapors. It's not as easy to get picked up. In contrast to synthetic sorbents, raw cotton with its high crude oil sorption capacity and positive environmental footprint make it an ecologically friendly sorbent for oil ... Cotton offers a new ecologically friendly way to clean up oil spills - EurekAlert!EurekAlert (press release) Cotton may offer “eco-friendly” way to clean up oilWorld Science Research Spins Low-Value Cotton Into White GoldAgWeb all 9 news articles »

• 15:49

  Symbios Medical Products Issues Nationwide Recall of GOPump and GOBlock Kits

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  May 10, 2013 - Symbios Medical Products initiated a voluntary recall of all GoPump Rapid Recovery System kits and GOBlock Kits manufactured with flow control components assembled prior to July 2012. These products have been found to potentially cause excessively high flow rates, which presents a risk of patient toxicity and serious injury (e.g., seizure, dysrhythmia, death) due to the rapid influx of medication particularly in patients with low body mass or advanced age.

• 15:00

  BP says oil spill settlement is too costly - UPI.com

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  UPI.com

  BP says oil spill settlement is too costly UPI.com The oil spill began with an explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oil drilling platform that killed 11 workers. Before it was capped, the leaking deep sea well spewed 4 million barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico. "BP is so worried by the potential ...

• 13:10

  Olympus to axe V-series point-and-shoot cameras

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, Olympus is to cease production of its cheapest V-series point-and-shoot compact digital cameras. This follows a financial report this week which showed a group net profit of 8.02 billion Yen in 2012, driven by the company's medical instrument business, but a loss of 23.07 billion yen for its imaging business. In response, the company has slashed its sales targets for compact cameras from 5.1 million units in 2012 to 2.7 million for the current business year. Click through for more details.

• 11:41

  Apple patent hints at 'social camera flash' using multiple iOS devices

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  A patent filed by Apple in 2011 and discovered this week by appleinsider.com seems to hint at a 'social camera flash' system, allowing multiple iOS devices to be connected and used as secondary strobes for impromptu flash setups. The patent is filed as an 'illumination system' and describes 'initiating a master-slave relationship between the image capture device and at least one secondary device'. Click through for more details.

• 9:48

  Louisiana taps into BP oil spill money to bring 'Top Chef' to New Orleans - Fox News

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  Louisiana taps into BP oil spill money to bring 'Top Chef' to New Orleans Fox News Louisiana taps into BP oil spill money to bring 'Top Chef' to New Orleans. By Hollie McKay. Pop Tarts. Published May 16, 2013. FoxNews.com. top chef promo photo bravo 660.JPG. Padma Lakshmi and Tom Colicchio.2012 NBCUniversal Media, LLC ...

• 7:40

  Arkansas Residents Sick From Exxon Oil Spill Are on Their Own - Kitsap Sun

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  Arkansas Times

  Arkansas Residents Sick From Exxon Oil Spill Are on Their Own Kitsap Sun For more than a month, residents of Mayflower, Ark. have been told not to worry about lingering fumes from a March 29 oil spill that shut down a neighborhood and forced the evacuation of 22 homes. "Overall, air emissions in the community continue to be ... Michigan pipeline whistleblower John Bolenbaugh visits MayflowerArkansas Times (blog) all 2 news articles »

• 2:43

  BP Fears Takeover Bid as Oil Spill Compensation Costs Escalate - IBTimes.co.uk

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  IBTimes.co.uk

  BP Fears Takeover Bid as Oil Spill Compensation Costs Escalate IBTimes.co.uk UK major BP is increasingly worried about the possibility of a takeover bid from another oil company, as it struggles under the strain of mounting compensation costs in the aftermath of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Share article. According to a BBC ...

• 0:00

  Photoshop Workbench 382: Compositing Secrets – Controlling Perspective with Vanishing Point

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  I recently sat in on a compositing seminar with Ben Willmore and learned several clever techniques for working with perspective in a photo composite. In today’s Photoshop Workbench, I’m excited to share the best of what I learned.

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• May 15, 2013
• 21:08

  Adobe issues Camera Raw v8.1 and DNG Converter 'release candidates'

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  Adobe has issued a 'release candidates' of Adobe Camera Raw 8.1 and DNG Converter 8.1 on its Adobe Labs site. The release is the first version of ACR designed to work with Photoshop CC but, as promised, is also compatible with Photoshop CS6. CS6 users will only gain camera compatibility, not any of the functions added in ACR 8 (and Lightroom 5), such as the perspective-correcting 'Upright' tool or the advanced healing brush. The latest version brings support for 7 additional cameras along with 16 lens profiles.

• 20:37

  BBC tries out Raspberry Pi's 'nightmarishly complex' camera add-on

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  The BBC's Technology Correspondant, Rory Cellan-Jones, has been getting to grips with the new camera module for Raspberry Pi - the low-cost DIY computer. The camera board was announced earlier this year, and opens up enormous potential for applications including robotics and high risk aerial/underwater use. Cellan-Jones got hold of one of the new camera boards and has written a short article in which he details the 'nightmarish complexity' of making it work. Click through for a link to the full article.

• 20:05

  Louisiana lists 39 restoration projects that would be financed with BP oil ... - NOLA.com

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  Louisiana lists 39 restoration projects that would be financed with BP oil ... NOLA.com The NRDA process requires the parties responsible for the oil spill to work with the states and federal agencies acting as public trustees to approve projects to both restore natural resource damages and compensate the public for the loss of the use of ... and more »

• 16:31

  Hands-on with Nokia's Lumia 925 and exclusive interview with Nokia execs

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  Following Nokia's launch of the the Lumia 925 in London yesterday, we had a chance to get our hands on the new device, which features a camera with a 6-element lens, try it out and take some pictures. We also spoke to Juha Alarkuu, the head of Nokia's imaging department in Finland, and Samuli Hanninen, vice president of Software Program Management for Nokia, about the 925's new imaging technology and what it means for mobile photographers. Click through for the full story on connect.dpreview.com.

• 14:32

  Sony RX1 wins Camera Grand Prix 2013, Sigma 35mm F1.4 lens of the year

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  Sony's RX1 fixed 35mm full frame compact has received the prestigious Camera Grand Prix 2013 title, while Sigma's 35mm F1.4 DG HSM was named lens of the year. The awards, organized by the Japanese Camera Journal Press Club have a history of recognizing what prove to be historically significant cameras. Meanwhile, the Editors Awards were given to the Canon EOS 6D and Sigma's DP Merrill series of compacts.

• 12:34

  Adobe publicly confirms stand-alone future for Lightroom

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  Adobe Product Manager Tom Hogarty stressed that Adobe has, 'no plans to make Lightroom subscription-only at any point in the future.' The statement, made in light of the overwhelming response to Adobe's Creative Cloud announcement last week, was made during a Google+ Hangout today in which both Hogarty and Lightroom PM Sharad Mangalick responded to audience questions. Click through for their further statements on Lightroom features and availability.

• 12:01

  Binding oil spill agreement signed - BarentsObserver

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  Vancouver Sun

  Binding oil spill agreement signed BarentsObserver In the event of an oil spill anywhere in the ecologically sensitive Arctic region, this new agreement is the tool the circumpolar countries are hoping will help them work together to clean it up. It sets out guidelines for things like communicating ... Pact gives boost to oil spill responses - Vancouver SunVancouver Sun Arctic states sign new legally binding oil spill response accordPlatts Arctic Council Signs Oil Spill Response DealRIA Novosti UPI.com -Huffington Post -Christian Science Monitor all 156 news articles »

• 10:19

  Panasonic updates 12-35mm F2.8 firmware to improve video stabilisation

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  Panasonic has issued a firmware update for its Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm F2.8 ASPH Power OIS fast standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras (H-HS12035). Version 1.2 improves the stability of the optical image stabilisation during movie recording. It's available to download now from the LUMIX customer support site - click through for the link.

• 10:00

  DxO Optics Pro 8.1.6 supports Nikon Coolpix A, Pentax MX-1 and Leica M

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  DxO Labs has released version 8.1.6 of its DxO Optics Pro software. Both the Elite and Standard versions gain support for the Canon EOS 700D / Rebel T5i, Nikon Coolpix A and Coolpix P330, Pentax MX-1, and Sony NEX-3N. The Elite version also gains support for the Leica M. The update also adds 267 lens and cameras combinations to its library, with a list of over 12,000 combinations now available. Click through for the download link.

• May 14, 2013
• 13:53

  BlackBerry's OS update means HDR for Z10 users, new Q5 also announced

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  BlackBerry is offering up the first major update to its new operating system. The update brings a more restrictive work-only setting, better visualization of device information and an HDR camera mode for users of the Z10 handset. The smartphone maker also debuted a new phone today: the Q5 includes a Qwerty keyboard as well as two BlackBerry capture features, TimeShift and StoryMaker. Read more at connect.dpreview.com.

• 12:29

  ExxonMobil Arkansas oil spill poses health risks for locals - RT

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  RT

  ExxonMobil Arkansas oil spill poses health risks for locals RT After 210,000 gallons of heavy crude spilled into an Arkansas community, ExxonMobil assured residents that toxic chemicals have remained at safe levels. But locals say they are suffering from deteriorating health conditions and trouble breathing ... and more »

• 12:25

  Nokia announces Lumia 925 with promising camera specs

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  While the Lumia 925 Nokia announced today may not offer the stunning specs of the 808's PureView technology, the device does hold promise for mobile photography fans. Its six-element lens design promises improved detail in good light and better quality in low light, and the sensitivity includes a new ISO 3200 setting. An aluminum-edge body with polycarbonate back, integrated antenna and wireless charging are also new, along with the Nokia Smart Camera app which offers some interesting shooting modes, including the unique Motion Focus. See sample images on connect.dpreview.com.

• 0:01

  Nikon introduces 1 Nikkor 32mm f/1.2 portrait lens for 1 System

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  Nikon has introduced the 1 Nikkor 32mm f/1.2 portrait lens for its 1 System of mirrorless cameras. It will provide the angle of view and depth of field control of an 86mm F3.2 lens for a full-frame system, making it the most enthusiast-friendly optic yet released for the 1 System. The lens, whose development was announced in October 2012, is also the first to use a silent wave motor for focus and to incorporate the company's 'nano crystal coat.' Consistent with these loftier ambitions, Nikon will ask around $900 for the 32mm f/1.2 when it becomes available in June.

• 0:00

  Canon announces 200-400mm f/4 telezoom with built-in 1.4x extender

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  Canon has introduced the EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4x - a top-end telephoto zoom with a built-in switchable teleconverter, whose development was first announced back in February 2011. Simply flicking a lever at the rear of the barrel converts it to a 280-560mm f/5.6 lens. Designed for professional sports and wildlife photographers, it includes an array of top-end features such as Power Focus for movie shooting, and IS 'mode 3' that only applies stabilisation at the point of exposure, aiding panning. It also offers weathersealed construction, 4-stop image stabilisation, and a minimum focus distance of 2m. It will go on sale on 29th May, at an RRP of £11999.99 / €11800.

• 0:00

  Canon creates 'Video Camera X–series-look' Picture Style for movie work

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  Canon has created a 'Video Camera X-series look' Picture Style for its EOS cameras, specifically designed for movie work. As its name suggests, it's designed to match the colour look of the company's X-series professional camcorders. It produces low contrast, low saturation footage that's better suited to post-production grading processes than the cameras' existing options. It's downloadable now from Canon's website and can be installed on almost any Canon EOS model, from the movie-optimized EOS-1D C to the mirrorless EOS M.   

• May 13, 2013
• 21:37

  Developer releases open-source software to remotely control Nikon DSLRs

   » ‎ News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)
  

  Developer Duka Istvan has created a release candidate of digiCamControl - free, open-source software that allows Nikon DSLRs (and a small but growing number from other brands) to be remotely controlled via computer. digiCamControl is Windows PC software and allows you to see your camera's live view image on your computer screen, as well as trigger a tethered DSLR remotely, either directly or using a programmable timer. Multiple cameras can be connected at the same time. Click through for more details on connect.dpreview.com.

• 19:32

  Arkansas Oil Spill Health Issues, Lingering 'Putrid Stench' Worry Mayflower Moms - Huffington Post

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  Arkansas Oil Spill Health Issues, Lingering 'Putrid Stench' Worry Mayflower Moms Huffington Post Results of independent health surveys and air sampling conducted in the weeks following the spill raise some reason for concern, said Wilma Subra, an environmental health consultant who has worked extensively in the wake of the BP Gulf oil spill ...

• 18:03

  Setting the Record Straight About Adobe’s Creative Cloud Subscription Plan

   » ‎ Mark S. Johnson Photography

  Ever since Adobe made an announcement last week about a change in the price structure and delivery of their products, I’ve heard a lot of concern from my audience about what’s ahead. Rather than trying to address concerns myself, I’d like to direct everyone to a helpful post on Scott Kelby’s blog that sets the record straight. As I read it, I know that my spirits lifted quite a bit and I actually started getting excited about the Creative Cloud.

  

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• 14:45

  Magic Lantern enables Canon 5D Mark III Raw video output

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  Camera feature modifier Magic Lantern has developed a version of its software enabling 24fps Raw video output from the Canon EOS 5D Mark III. This news has grabbed videographers' attention as it allows for individual frames of 14 bit output, yielding a much wider dynamic range than you'd get from standard 8 bit video files. EOSHD's Andrew Reid has had his hands on the latest version and discusses its implications. Click through for his accounts of this potentially game-changing capability.

• 0:00

  Photo Vault 53

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  Please click the image above to view a larger version.

  Filter Forge is fast becoming one of my all-time favorite pieces of software for reproducing natural media effects such as watercolor, crayon, chalk, and pencil.  In this image, I used a mask in Photoshop to combine the original photograph with the Filter Forge watercolor version.

  Be sure to check out the 40% Filter Forge discount on my Discounts page. If you fall in love with Filter Forge, you may enjoy my Maximum Creativity with Filter Forge and Photoshop video tutorial series.

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• May 12, 2013
• 17:30

  Oil spill plan: input sought - SunLive

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  Oil spill plan: input sought SunLive The objectives of the Tier Two Oil Spill Plan are to prevent pollution from a marine oil spill and contain and clean up oil spills in a manner that causes minimum damage to the marine environment and does not pose unreasonable danger to human life.

• 1:03

  Oil spills not always the gushers you see on TV - Greeley Tribune

   » ‎ oil spill - Google News

  Oil spills not always the gushers you see on TV Greeley Tribune JIM RYDBOM/jrydbom@greeleytribune.com Tank batteries, where oil is transferred from the field to trucks, are a common denominator in many oil spill or releases reported in Weld County. Companies, like Noble Energy, which owns this battery, have begun ... and more »

• May 11, 2013
• 6:29

  Nanosheets revolutionise oil spill clean-ups - University World News

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  Nanosheets revolutionise oil spill clean-ups University World News For the first time, scientists have made nanosheets that could revolutionise oil spill clean-ups as well as assisting with water purification. Not only do the nanosheets absorb 33 times their weight in oil, but they are also recyclable. The French and ...

• 5:36

  Oil spill leads to garage fire - Elko Daily Free Press - Elko Daily Free Press

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  Oil spill leads to garage fire - Elko Daily Free Press Elko Daily Free Press ... CREEK — Firefighters responded to a burning garage in Spring Creek Thursday evening. The homeowner at 371 Kimble Drive in Spring Creek was working on a vehicle with an acetylene torch, according to Sheriff Jim Pitts, when oil spilled and caught fire. and more »

• May 10, 2013
• 22:09

  Additional Lots Added: Voluntary Nationwide Recall of 21 Lots of Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 40.5 Grams Due to Possibility of Precipitation / Crystallization in IV Bag or IV Line Upon Reconstitution

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  May 10, 2013 – Weston, Florida: Apotex Corp. announced today that it is conducting, on behalf of the manufacturer Hospira, Inc., a voluntary nationwide recall of 21 lots of Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 40.5 grams, NDC number 60505-0773-00 to the hospital / healthcare provider /user level. The impacted lots of Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection, USP 40.5 grams may show precipitation / crystallization in IV bag or IV line after reconstitution.

• 18:37

  Nat Geo photo contest offers Galapagos expedition grand prize

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  The 2013 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest is accepting submissions. Now in its 25th year, this photo contest offers a top prize that includes a 10-day expedition to the Galapagos Islands and publication of the winning image in the upcoming December/January edition of National Geographic Traveler magazine. The entry fee is $15 per image and contestants can submit as many images as they wish. Submissions must be received by June 30. Click through for more entry information and a look at some of the current submissions.

• 16:53

  Beamonstar Products Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of SexVoltz, Velextra, & Amerect Marketed as a Dietary Supplement, Due to Undeclared Active Ingredients- Expanded to Include SexVoltz 12 Capsules Bottle, SKU 626570615316.

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Queen Creek, AZ, BeaMonstar Products is voluntarily recalling all of SexVoltz brand SKU’s 626570609490, 827912089028, 626570617877, 626570615316, 626570615316 Velextra brand SKU’s 626570613855, 626570619055, 626570617860, 626570617563 Amerect SKU’s 626570619031, 626570619628 capsules to the consumer level. Laboratory analysis conducted by the FDA on SexVoltz and Velextra has determined these products contain undeclared tadalafil. Amerect is voluntarily recalled because it has the potential to contain undeclared tadalafil. Tadalafil are FDA-Approved drugs used to treat male erectile dysfunction (ED), making the products unapproved new drugs.
• 16:49

  Hannaford Supermarkets Issues Allergy Alert for Two Bakery Cookie Products That May Contain Undeclared Nuts

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Hannaford Supermarkets is recalling two products sold in the bakery section because they may contain nuts that are not listed on the product packaging label. Individuals who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to any nuts may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume these items.
• 16:48

  Smart & Final Expands Recall to Include Additional Production Dates; Allergy Alert - Undeclared Wheat, Milk and Eggs in La Romanella Tri-Color Cheese Tortellini

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Smart & Final of Los Angeles, Calif., which previously announced a recall of certain production dates of 2.5 lb - La Romanella Tri-Color Cheese Tortellini, is expanding its recall to include additional production dates due to undeclared wheat, eggs and milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat, eggs and/or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
• 16:00

  In Cooperation with FDA, The Compounding Shop, LLC Declares a Voluntary Recall of All Lots of Sterile Compounded Products Due to a Lack of Sterility Assurance Distributed Within its Local Market Area

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  The Compounding Shop, LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of sterile products compounded by the pharmacy that are not expired. The recall is being initiated due to concerns associated with quality control procedures that present a potential risk to sterility assurance that were observed during a recent FDA inspection.

• 15:49

  Samsung Galaxy S4: Our first look at imaging features

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  The Samsung Galaxy S4 has no doubt been one of the most high-profile smartphone launches of the year. We're digging into its camera capabilities for our full review of Samsung's newest flagship phone, first playing with some of the more innovative capture features from its Dual Shot to Drama mode. We offer our first thoughts on the S4's camera today on connect.dpreview.com.

• 14:30

  Nokia's latest Lumia 928 smartphone offers powerful xenon flash

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  Nokia surprised everyone today by announcing its new Lumia 928 in advance of next week's big launch event in London. The Lumia 928 comes equipped with an 8.7-megapixel camera on a 1/3.2" sensor, xenon flash, optical image stabilization and a f/2.0, 26mm-equivalent Carl Zeiss lens. These specs mean it's only a relatively minor upgrade to the current Nokia flagship Windows Phone but still good news for mobile photographers: see why on connect.dpreview.com.

• 14:10

  Dirty dealings and exclusion in Niger Delta oil spill clean-up process - Amnesty International Livewire (blog)

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  Dirty dealings and exclusion in Niger Delta oil spill clean-up process Amnesty International Livewire (blog) We have just come back from the Niger Delta, where we talked to scores of women and men from local communities impacted by oil spills. In our conversations, the women in particular shared their anger, anxiety, fear, pain and hopes with us. For many of ...

• 9:37

  Krinos Foods, LLC. is Expanding its April 28, 2013 Recall to Include Additional Expiration Dates Jan 01-2014 to Jun 01-2014 of Tahini Products Because of Possible Health Risk

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Krinos Foods, LLC. of Long Island City, New York is voluntarily recalling its TAHINI sesame paste, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
• 8:53

  Dairy Fresh Conducts Voluntary Recall of IGA Brand “Vanilla & Chocolate” 1.75 Quart Ice Cream Because Package May Contain Undeclared Allergens (Almonds, Coconut, Soy)

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Dairy Fresh is voluntarily recalling a specific batch of IGA Brand “Vanilla & Chocolate” Ice Cream (1.75 quart, 1.66L) with the plant code “3783” and a SELL BY date of 08-13-13 because it incorrectly contains Heavenly Hash ice cream, which contains almonds, coconut, and soy, which are allergens not declared on the carton. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds, coconut, or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

• 7:54

  Olympus announces PEN Lite E-PL6 in Japan

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  Olympus has announced the PEN Lite E-PL6 on its Global Website - an update to the E-PL5 that appears destined for the Asian market only. It adds in several of the features from the E-P5 announced at the same time, including an ISO 100-equivalent LOW setting, short release lag shutter mode, intervalometer and time-lapse movie shooting, and full compatibility with the VF-4 viewfinder. It also gains a dual-axis electronic level. It will come body only, in a kit with the 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 II R, or in a twin-lens kit also adding the 40-150mm 1:4-5.6 R. It's set to be available at the end of June. 

• 1:00

  Just Posted: Detailed hands-on Olympus PEN E-P5 preview

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  Just Posted: Our detailed, hands-on Olympus PEN E-P5 preview. We've been using a pre-production E-P5 for the last few days and have had a dig beyond the specifications to discover how the latest range-topping PEN behaves. We investigate the camera's latest features, including its easy-connect Wi-Fi, its degree of customization and its '2x2' dial behavior. We also take a look at how it compares to the E-P3 and OM-D E-M5, and how the high resolution VF-4 handles on the E-P5 and existing models.

• 1:00

  Olympus launches PEN E-P5 high-end Wi-Fi enabled Micro Four Thirds model

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  Olympus has announced the PEN E-P5, the fourth in its range of enthusiast-targeted, rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds cameras. The E-P5 takes the 16MP sensor that has appeared in the company's other models and adds a five-axis image stabilization system and shutter capable of shooting at 1/8000th of a second amongst a host of tweaks and feature improvements. The camera will available from May at around $1,000/£900/€1000 body only. The company has also announced black versions of its 17mm, 45mm and 75mm F1.8 prime lenses, priced the same as their silver counterparts. There is also a 2.4M dot LCD electronic viewfinder, the VF-4.

• May 09, 2013
• 21:23

  AR Attorney General opens hotline for Mayflower oil spill victims - KY3

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  KTBS

  AR Attorney General opens hotline for Mayflower oil spill victims KY3 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) -- Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has started a hotline for concerns related to the crude oil spill from an ExxonMobil pipeline in Mayflower. McDaniel also said Thursday that his office has conducted air quality monitoring ... McDaniel announces air test results in Mayflower oil spill homesArkansas Times (blog) Exxon offers buyouts to 22 affected by oil spillLog Cabin Democrat Arkansas tests air after Pegasus oil spillUPI.com ClaimsJournal.com -FOX16.com all 14 news articles »

• 20:11

  Aesthetics versus truth: DW Akademie examines ethics of retouching

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  How do you balance the demands of aesthetics and documentary truth? Image manipulation of documentary photographs is nothing new, but it is certainly much easier now than ever before. DW Akadamie has published a feature examining the challenges faced by photojournalists and picture editors in creating attractive and atmospheric images, without compromising their authenticity. Click through for extracts from the article, images and a link to the full feature at www.dw.de.com.

• 19:36

  Whole Foods Market Recalls Mislabeled Curried Chicken Salad and Vegan Chick’n Salad Sold at the Cold Salad Bar Due to Undeclared Allergens

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  May 9, 2013 - CAMBRIDGE, MA. – Whole Foods Market is recalling bulk curried chicken salad and bulk vegan curried chick'n salad because in some stores these items may have been sold with reversed labels causing undeclared soy and egg allergens. Due to the label mix-up, allergens were undeclared; the vegan chick'n salad contains soy, and the curried chicken salad contains egg.

• 19:11

  Leica exec speaks to Forbes.com about digital medium-format strategy

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  Stephan Schulz, the Head of Professional Photo at Leica Camera AG has given an interview to Forbes.com in which he explains the opportunities - and challenges - of moving into the professional digital medium-format marketplace. Traditionally identified with 35mm (film and latterly 'full frame' digital), Leica announced the creation of the S2 back in 2009, and followed it with the 37MP late last year. Click through for some extracts, and a link to the full interview at Forbes.com.

• 17:35

  Pure Herbs Ltd. Issues Allergy Recall Alert on Undeclared Allergens (Milk and Soy) in Protein Extract Urgent Undeclared Allergen Labeling Recall In Pure Herbs Ltd. Protein Extract

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Today, Pure Herbs Ltd., Sterling Heights, MI is voluntarily recalling the 4oz and 1oz bottles of Protein Extract because they contain undeclared allergens - milk and soy. This labeling error was discovered during a routine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection when a review of the ingredients found that milk and soy allergen ingredients were not listed on our main label.
• 17:28

  Bimeda Inc. on Behalf of Manufacturer Bimeda-MTC Animal Health Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Sterile Solutions Due to Concerns Regarding Sterility and Possible Health Risk

   » ‎ Food and Drug Administration--Recalls/Safety Alerts
  Bimeda Inc., on behalf of the manufacturer, Bimeda-MTC Animal Health Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Calcium Gluconate, one lot of Dextrose 50%, and one lot of Hypertonic Saline, all of which are in the form of injectable fluids, to the user level. These injectable fluids are being recalled as a precautionary measure; because of departures from customary sterility procedures, sterility cannot be entirely assured.