Review 'to change games ratings'

The video game ratings system should be revamped to make it easier for parents and children to understand, a UK government-backed review has said.
The review was carried out by psychologist Dr Tanya Byron, who has recommended a new rating for games aimed at children aged 12 plus.


http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7314751.stm

'Manners police' hit Japan metros

Badly behaved commuters riding on Yokohama's public transport will soon be risking a dressing-down. Newly appointed "etiquette police" will be asking travellers to turn down their headphones and give up their seats for their elders and betters.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/7312672.stm

Changes ahead for excluded pupils

The government intends to improve the handling of children excluded from school in England, Schools Secretary Ed Balls has said.
All schools - as 97% already do - will have to work in partnership with others and to take in expelled students.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/7314454.stm

Play Away the Calories

To book:Call 020 7942 4040 or e-mail tickets@danacentre.org.uk

The Dana Centre and d.café are licensed premises open only to those aged 18 or over. Most events are free. Arrive early to enjoy a wide variety of delicious food and drink in our air-conditioned d.café.
Please pre-book.

http://www.danacentre.org.uk/events/2008/03/26/382

Cyber bully pledge for teachers

The government is pledging action to protect teachers from bullying through mobile phones and the internet.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/7313458.stm

Alcohol ban advised for pregnancy

Women should not drink any alcohol during pregnancy, NHS adviser the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has said.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7312708.stm

how to write about your work

these are some of the projects that were in the RCA show last year, these guys know how to write and articulate their projects. Have a read it is very worth while. being simple clear and succinct is very improtant when explaining what you are doing.

http://show2007.rca.ac.uk/Default.aspx?CategoryID=10587&C1=10587

cnc pretty things

two hippies in Lonon set this up, they are really nice chaps. Have a look if you need something laser etched or machined they are good.

http://www.zen9261.zen.co.uk/

an example of how to present things

hey guys,

Keep looking for ways that you can present your ideas it is very important. there are some that are pretty good on this website, have a look, a good photo of a model with a user will always say more than a rendering.

http://www.core77.com/competitions/GreenerGadgets/notables.asp

Ban on hospital junk food vending

Crisps, chocolate and sugary drinks are to be removed from vending machines in NHS hospitals in Wales.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/7311326.stm

Anger problems 'left untreated'

People who cannot control their anger have nowhere to turn leading to family breakdown, sickness and mental health problems, a charity has warned.

The Mental Health Foundation says anger is often dealt with only after someone has committed an aggressive crime. Almost a third of 2,000 people polled said they had a friend or family member who struggled to contain their anger. The charity is calling for more research and education into anger and earlier intervention in problem cases.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7304505.stm

Teachers warn of spoilt children

Growing numbers of spoilt children are misbehaving in class because they are used to doing only what they want to, a teachers' union leader is due to say.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/7311865.stm

http://www.sarahvangameren.com/

beautiful projects, look at the quality of the photos/presentation chaps.

http://www.sarahvangameren.com/

It's official: men like meat

It may not come as a bolt out of the blue, but one of the largest studies yet has proven that men and women really do eat differently.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7305505.stm

Small class pupils 'do no better'

There is no evidence that children in smaller primary classes do better in maths or English, researchers say.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/4146977.stm

orcadesign

http://www.orcadesign.net/Greenhouse.html really good little interventions.

Tank pit stop

http://www.tankpitstop.com/

On Monday 4 February, N. van Staveren B.V. and Rotec Engineering B.V. officially launched the TankPitstop. Motorists will soon be able to use this automated fuel robot to refuel and pay, without needing to step outside their vehicles. The TankPitstop is the first automated fuel robot in the world to actually work in practice.

good competition!!!!!

2008 BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Designer Glass CompetitionEntry Deadline: April 7, 2008
The BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Designer Glass Competition invites emerging designers from around the United States who are 25 years of age or older to create a martini cocktail glass inspired by BOMBAY SAPPHIRE. The winner will travel to the London Design Festival in September 2008 to compete in the seventh annual global final of the competition.
The competition has an impressive line-up of judges that includes: internationally acclaimed designer, Sami Hayek; Senior Editor at Metropolitan Home Magazine, Arlene Hirst; VP of Marketing and Merchandising for Baccarat, Brent McDaneld; and award winning designer, Jason Miller.
For complete contest rules and to enter the 2008 BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Designer Glass Competition, please visit www.designerglasscompetition.com

mc d's factory

curious eh?

Rethink on identity cards plans

The government has set out changes to its planned identity scheme - including allowing people to use new "biometric" passports instead of getting ID cards.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/7280495.stm

School blanks out faces of pupils

A child protection group has criticised a primary school in Essex for blurring the faces of pupils on its website.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/essex/7280088.stm

Boffin floating on air with hovering chair

An inventor has unveiled the world's first hoverchair.
The Lounger, a marriage of cutting-edge design and futuristic technology, was created by Keith Dixon from Middleton, near Bognor.
Its combination of acrylic and powerful magnets defy gravity and enable it to float effortlessly above the floor.

http://www.theargus.co.uk/mostpopular.var.2012530.mostviewed.boffin_floating_on_air_with_hovering_chair.php