For information on the most lethal cyber worm discovered yet click on www.cbc.ca.
then click on "Technology".
Monday, May 28, 2012
Here's A New Twist to Watch Out For
You need to be careful when dealing with any potential clients by e-mail as are a clever bunch -- as in this example.
The other day I received an e-mail from a Mr/Mrs Linda Steve (sent to undisclosed recipients) offering $400.00 to clean their apartment before they moved back from Ireland.
I responded to this by asking for more information. And they responded to this by thanking me for responding so quickly and again offering me $400.00 by certified cheque or money order.
All I have to do is provide them with my full name, address and phone number.
I don't know what they are up to. Possibly they want me to start providing personal information bit by bit. Don't know. It is intriguing.
I have written back to them asking for the name of their landlord and the address of the apartment so I can let their building manager at tis end know what is going to be happening next week first.
The whole this is very strange as you would think that the moving company they say is orchestrating this move for them with would contact a professional cleaning company to handle the cleaning instead of broadcasting a requesting to "undisclosed recipients" over the internet.
Most moving companies handling this type of move for people who are out of the country would handle the entire operation -- including finding the cleaning company, supervising the cleaning, and then paying the cleaner. The mover would then add this expense to their bill.
I'll let you know how this one turns out. This offer has me more than a little curious -- and concerned. Since so many residential cleaners are women -- and many people are desperate for money nowadays is this some scheme to entice people to give out their personal address and phone number?
The other day I received an e-mail from a Mr/Mrs Linda Steve (sent to undisclosed recipients) offering $400.00 to clean their apartment before they moved back from Ireland.
I responded to this by asking for more information. And they responded to this by thanking me for responding so quickly and again offering me $400.00 by certified cheque or money order.
All I have to do is provide them with my full name, address and phone number.
I don't know what they are up to. Possibly they want me to start providing personal information bit by bit. Don't know. It is intriguing.
I have written back to them asking for the name of their landlord and the address of the apartment so I can let their building manager at tis end know what is going to be happening next week first.
The whole this is very strange as you would think that the moving company they say is orchestrating this move for them with would contact a professional cleaning company to handle the cleaning instead of broadcasting a requesting to "undisclosed recipients" over the internet.
Most moving companies handling this type of move for people who are out of the country would handle the entire operation -- including finding the cleaning company, supervising the cleaning, and then paying the cleaner. The mover would then add this expense to their bill.
I'll let you know how this one turns out. This offer has me more than a little curious -- and concerned. Since so many residential cleaners are women -- and many people are desperate for money nowadays is this some scheme to entice people to give out their personal address and phone number?
Friday, May 25, 2012
Get that App!
Get that App! It could help you save a life!
Apparently you can get a S.O.S. App for your Android cell phone that will guide you through the proper emergency response to a variety of medical emergencies --that typically strike like lightening when you least expect it.
The guides take you through emergency treatment of things like choking, allergic reactions, heart attacks and other emergency situations.
For more information again click on the Dr. Oz show online.
Apparently you can get a S.O.S. App for your Android cell phone that will guide you through the proper emergency response to a variety of medical emergencies --that typically strike like lightening when you least expect it.
The guides take you through emergency treatment of things like choking, allergic reactions, heart attacks and other emergency situations.
For more information again click on the Dr. Oz show online.
It Doesn't Have To Be A Death Sentence
Hardly a day passes when you don't hear of some well-known celebrity or public figure -- not to mention some family member or close friend being diagnosed with cancer And many of these persons regard it as a death sentence.
But it does not have to be a death sentence. There are many different types of complementary health care treatments that have cured to helped to cure very severe cancer eruptions -- working either solo or in combination with mainstream chemo therapy and surgery.
And then there is your mind. Many persons have successfully defeated this disease through a combination of mind power and a proper diet.
Of course many persons are already fighting cancer successfully with a combination of these techniques, but far too many are still giving in -- accepting it as a death sentence -- and it does not have to be. You can gain a reprieve from this sentence by seeking out and using a combination of treatments.
See the Dr. Oz Show for more information ways to fight cancer with supplements and other types of treatment.
And don't forget that reflexology is another proven complementary therapy in the cancer fight.
But it does not have to be a death sentence. There are many different types of complementary health care treatments that have cured to helped to cure very severe cancer eruptions -- working either solo or in combination with mainstream chemo therapy and surgery.
And then there is your mind. Many persons have successfully defeated this disease through a combination of mind power and a proper diet.
Of course many persons are already fighting cancer successfully with a combination of these techniques, but far too many are still giving in -- accepting it as a death sentence -- and it does not have to be. You can gain a reprieve from this sentence by seeking out and using a combination of treatments.
See the Dr. Oz Show for more information ways to fight cancer with supplements and other types of treatment.
And don't forget that reflexology is another proven complementary therapy in the cancer fight.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Not So Fast with That Fish or Other Meat!
Fish is supposed to be a healthful, nourishing meal -- but is it always?
The answer to that is, of course, no!. For various reasons the fish you often buy at the supermarket that looks so delicious is actually rotten -- or going rotten.
A good way to test the fish before you buy it is to stick your finger or thumb into its side with extra pressure. If the flesh and skin bounce back within a second or two it is fresh -- but if it takes a few minutes to bounce back -- it is rotten or nearly rotten. Beware.
Another good way to test the freshness of --any meat -- if your have doubts is to cook a small portion and offer it to your cat -- or dog.
Cats are generally the best for this but dogs are good too.
If your pet turns its nose up at it when it would generally gobble it down. Beware. The meat is probably going bad.
Other things you want to do when buying any meat include checking to see if that meat, chicken or fish has any unusual odours. Check to make sure that any wrapping is not damaged. Dangerous bacteria can still contaminate the food through rips in the wrapping say experts. And think twice about buying food that is passed the expiry date. Food that looks, smells and tastes good can still make you sick -- especially if you have an extra sensitive stomach.
So don't be too fast when buying -- or eating -- that fish or other meat. Test it first.
See you next Tuesday, May 22, with a few more ideas on protecting yourself -- and others. until then have a great Victoria Day weekend -- or just a great weekend. It looks like it's to be a great one out here in Vancouver, B.C. with nice sunny weather.
The answer to that is, of course, no!. For various reasons the fish you often buy at the supermarket that looks so delicious is actually rotten -- or going rotten.
A good way to test the fish before you buy it is to stick your finger or thumb into its side with extra pressure. If the flesh and skin bounce back within a second or two it is fresh -- but if it takes a few minutes to bounce back -- it is rotten or nearly rotten. Beware.
Another good way to test the freshness of --any meat -- if your have doubts is to cook a small portion and offer it to your cat -- or dog.
Cats are generally the best for this but dogs are good too.
If your pet turns its nose up at it when it would generally gobble it down. Beware. The meat is probably going bad.
Other things you want to do when buying any meat include checking to see if that meat, chicken or fish has any unusual odours. Check to make sure that any wrapping is not damaged. Dangerous bacteria can still contaminate the food through rips in the wrapping say experts. And think twice about buying food that is passed the expiry date. Food that looks, smells and tastes good can still make you sick -- especially if you have an extra sensitive stomach.
So don't be too fast when buying -- or eating -- that fish or other meat. Test it first.
See you next Tuesday, May 22, with a few more ideas on protecting yourself -- and others. until then have a great Victoria Day weekend -- or just a great weekend. It looks like it's to be a great one out here in Vancouver, B.C. with nice sunny weather.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Kamloops This Week - Smart-meter opponents gather
Kamloops This Week - Smart-meter opponents gather
If you're concerned about much higher electrical bills created by the installation of a smart meter in your house keep in touch with this union -- rather than trying to fight BC Hydro by yourself.
If you're concerned about much higher electrical bills created by the installation of a smart meter in your house keep in touch with this union -- rather than trying to fight BC Hydro by yourself.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Renters Beware!
If you are apartment hunting on Craigslist or other such sites (It has even happened with newspapers.) be careful of scammers who try to get you to forward confidential information and even a security deposit electronically.
According the article the Tri City News, Port Coquitlam BC on May 2, 2012 the scammers. In the article, "Rental Scam" the advertiser is described as a person who tries to create a sense of urgency because of being unavoidably out of town on business, tries to prove their honesty by mentioning God or describing them self as a lawyer or a doctor and requests your personal information and electronically and a wire security deposit in exchange for the keys-- which doesn't exist -- at least it is not owned by the online advertiser.
Of course if you were foolish enough to fall for this you would find that the rental apartment does not exist and that the supposed owner has vanish -- with your money -- your personal information.
For more information on this scam click on: www.tricity news.com. You can also find additional help at: www.antifraudcentre.ca
According the article the Tri City News, Port Coquitlam BC on May 2, 2012 the scammers. In the article, "Rental Scam" the advertiser is described as a person who tries to create a sense of urgency because of being unavoidably out of town on business, tries to prove their honesty by mentioning God or describing them self as a lawyer or a doctor and requests your personal information and electronically and a wire security deposit in exchange for the keys-- which doesn't exist -- at least it is not owned by the online advertiser.
Of course if you were foolish enough to fall for this you would find that the rental apartment does not exist and that the supposed owner has vanish -- with your money -- your personal information.
For more information on this scam click on: www.tricity news.com. You can also find additional help at: www.antifraudcentre.ca
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