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August 31, 2010

Bank robbers are ageless

Filed under: Legal — publisher @ 11:56 am

Call it what you like a sign of the times, a direct reflection of the economy or even call it an effect of the recession; a grandfather has started robbing banks.

The unnamed man has been described as being between 45 and 60. He is said to look very “normal” and very non-threatening, well at least till he ends up robbing a bank. He is approximately six feet tall and weighs 230 pounds. His general attire is usually a short sleeved shirt with a collar, baseball cap and wire-rimmed spectacles. According to the FBI the Granddad Bandit, as he has been nicknamed, could be responsible for a spate of robberies that stretch back as far as 2008.

His method of operation involves no stunts, no sophisticated plans and no bursting in with guns ablaze. He simply stands in line and waits patiently till his turn comes. It is only when he reaches the teller that presents them with a note informing them that they should hand over money to him and that this was a robbery. Although he has sometime gestured that he was in possession of a weapon/ firearm, he has never revealed or used it. Once he receives the money he asked for he apparently leaves through the front door and walks away. No reports of a getaway vehicle have been received.

The FBI are currently offering a reward of $25,000 for information leading to the capture of the Granddad Bandit. Almost 2,000 are planned to be used nationwide, to show display a photo of the bandit captured on CCTV cameras as well as inform the public about the hotline they should call.

August 25, 2010

The Health Dangers of Hallucinogens

Filed under: Health — admin @ 7:18 pm

There are many short-term and long-term health risks associated with using LSD, PCP, mushrooms and other powerful hallucinogens.

The “Flower Power” generation impacted society in many positive ways, but the lax attitude about drugs which fermented in the 1960s has had a negative impact on future generations. This can be seen in the continued abuse of LSD, mushrooms and other hallucinogens which were popularized for recreational use by the hippie generation. Unfortunately, the use of hallucinogens is not limited to aging baby boomer burnouts who ended up in drug treatment — recent statistics show that more than 14 percent of all Americans have tried hallucinogens including almost nine percent of all teens.

Drug addiction is common among people who experiment with hallucinogens; even though drugs like LSD are among the few that don’t increase a user’s tolerance for the drug over time, people will become psychologically dependent on the side effects of the drug. Over time, a person who abuses hallucinogenic drugs comes to believe that they cannot function in the “real” world and has to use drugs in order to cope. This causes people to gradually withdraw from friends and family and drop out of normal society if they don’t get into a drug and alcohol treatment center.

However, the potential danger for a person addicted to hallucinogens who doesn’t seek addiction treatment is more than just mental. There are substantial short-term and long-term health risks associated with the use of hallucinogens. Many of the health risks associated with LSD, PCP and other hallucinogens are unpredictable, meaning that a person who uses can experience a major health problem at any time.

Short-term health risks include an elevated heart rate and increased blood pressure. This can put a person at risk for a heart attack or stroke over time if they don’t seek treatment at a rehab center. Other short term physical problems associated with hallucinogenic drugs include dizziness, loss of appetite, dry mouth, sweating, nausea, numbness, and tremors.

However, the most serious health risks associated with hallucinogenic drugs are mental and go beyond having “a bad trip.” Long-term use of hallucinogens can create persistent psychosis and paranoia along with permanently altering a person’s ability to regulate their moods. People who use hallucinogens extensively essentially have their brain rewired, leading to scary flashbacks which can occur even after treatment in drug rehabilitation.

How to eliminate bed bugs Washington, DC

Filed under: Janitorial & Cleaning Services — publisher @ 4:11 am

Obtaining the services of an exterminator Gaithersburg, Maryland or from the region that you live in is actually very simple if you look online. There are several services that they offer whether it comes to handling insects or even trapping dangerous animals.

Imagine a situation where your home (and in particular, you bed) is infested with bed bugs Washington, DC. Not only do these pests hide so well but they come out at night when everyone’s asleep and bite them when they are unaware of these insects.

If you are aware of your home being invaded by these bugs, and if you have been bitten once or twice, it is time to check in both with a doctor while also having a chat with folks from the pest control Potomac, Maryland department.

Both of these tasks cannot be ignored as one’s personal health should be taken care of leaving no stone unturned while also protecting their home from insects that can begin to deteriorate the quality of living as well.

It’s no surprise that folks who tend to ignore either end up footing large bills, and so it is imperative that all precautions must be taken in order to eliminate all pests while also constantly monitoring your home for any signs of these pests before it is too late.

And all this can be done by just going online to check for the range of services that these organizations offer.

Effective pest control Chantilly, Virginia

Filed under: Janitorial & Cleaning Services — publisher @ 4:07 am

When one understands the damage that the termite Herndon, Virginia can cause to not only wood but paper, carpets and other items made of cellulosic material, the idea of getting in touch with an exterminator to curb damage (if it has occurred) or to safeguard your home from these deadly insects seems to be a better and better one.

As they say, prevention is better than cure, and if one hires the services of a pest control Chantilly, Virginia unit then it shouldn’t be too difficult to find one of these close to where you live. Actually, that’s one of the criteria that one must consider in the selection process as each area has its own unique set of pests that cause damage to homes.

While the termite Centreville, VA can cause damage, there are rodents and other insects that can not only cause damage to our homes but can cause illnesses as well that the inhabitants of the home will not necessarily survive with.

Apart from just these types of pests, the trapping of animals that can be harmful to your family and friends is also provided by pest control services. In these situations, money should never even be taken into consideration as safety should top the list of anyone who has cause to fear animals that have invaded their homes.

August 17, 2010

Customized pest control Rockville, MD

Filed under: Janitorial & Cleaning Services — publisher @ 4:13 am

The termite Bethesda, Maryland is one insect that along with rodents and pests of other kinds can cause damage to one’s home slowly but surely. Known for its ability to damage timber, this means that almost everything made of wood in your home is susceptible to these attacks.

Often their ability to conceal themselves can result in one not being able to detect their presence until it is too late, as they will not only destroy wood but paper, cloth, carpets and other cellulosic material. Their presence in agricultural areas also spells doom for crops and for those who spend every waking hour tilling the land.

The best option for someone who needs to rid their home of termites is to contact pest control Rockville, MD immediately. One must understand that in being able to deal with the problem effectively, the extent of damage must be determined and steps need to be taken in order to eradicate the problem immediately.

One can look for an exterminator Silver Spring, MD online who will immediately assess the damage caused to your home by rodents, termites and insects and limit the damage accordingly at nominal prices.

Since specific areas in the United States are affected by different pests, it is important to look for a local pest control unit that understands the most common issues that pests cause in the area but also know what to do in the state of an emergency.

August 16, 2010

Solar Power Installations for Alternative Energy

Filed under: Home improvement — publisher @ 8:19 am

Nowadays every other person is well aware of the benefits of having an alternative source of energy to power their homes, work place and even study area. With the global warming issue gaining a lot of momentum most home owners are considering the idea of having solar power installations to generate power for their daily needs like cooking, heating the house or even warming up swimming pools. However, there is a catch- who is going to do the installation for the home owners?

The good news is that general construction contractors or home builders are becoming equally aware about the alternative power needs of the consumers and have begun to provide their services in this sector. They are not only offering homes with pre-installed solar power panels but are also willing to convert your non-green home in to a fully functional green home with solar power at an affordable cost.

This means that the average home owner has many benefits because their homes can become green at a cheaper cost and once they have successfully implemented the alternative solar power panels they can look forward to reduced costs in electricity bills. There are numerous contractors which are involved in green construction in Los Angeles and the best way to choose the most reliable contractor is to talk to and visit all the companies you are considering. The final selection should definitely be based on the stand point of costs and the contractor’s capabilities.

Snuggling Up With Feather Quilts

Filed under: Home improvement — publisher @ 8:15 am

Snuggling up in your bed with a warm and comfortable feather quilts is the stuff heavenly dreams are made of. But this might not be possible if your feather quilt is not made from excellent quality feather. In addition to adding a level of comfort and relaxation to your sleep the feather quilt also adds an aesthetic look of your bedroom. You could easily add a touch of style and chic to your otherwise dull bedroom with a magnificent feather quilt. Feather quilts are sourced from a variety of birds like the duck and the geese. When the quilts are made of natural feather they are easier to clean and dry without any fuss as compared to quilts made out of synthetic materials.

Window curtains are also a part of home décor which can instantly transform the ambience and aura of a room by their sheer presence. Window curtains are created from a huge range of materials such as cotton, linen, satin and silk. Each material has its own appeal and can be used in variation according to the general décor of the room being furnished. Antique style window curtains are also available if you want to achieve that warm and classy look for your room.

Mattresses are a bedroom accessory that cannot be washed or cleaned regularly like the bed covers or bed spreads. With long and continued use the mattress covers usually get stained and dirty. This is precisely why mattress protectors should be used so that the stains and dirt can be kept off your lovely mattress.

August 13, 2010

The importance of janitorial equipment

Filed under: Home improvement — publisher @ 10:58 am

Whether one needs janitorial equipment for the home or for an office space, it is no doubt an important task that needs to be completed everyday, as no one likes to keep a dirty home or office space. With guests or clients coming home, it is important that one keeps the place spick and span before their arrival, and perhaps the outdated use of a scrubber, a pail of water and gloves aren’t necessarily the best way to go about things.

One can go in for a floor buffer instead (if you didn’t know that already), a machine that will do the job in a much shorter and will go easy on your back as well, that is, if you’ve been on your knees for sometime now and trying to get the floor spotlessly clean. And one might wonder which world you’ve come from since these machines have been in use for a long time now.

Another machine is the carpet extractor that cleans carpets as effortlessly as the carpet cleaners who use methods that are similar to what this machine manages to do and for a tidy little sum too. Most organizations that sell this equipment not only offer new unit but used and reconditioned units as well.

What this means for the buyer on a shoestring budget is the options of getting what he or she needs for next to nothing is a possibility.

August 11, 2010

Looking for an exterminator Herndon, VA?

Filed under: Janitorial & Cleaning Services — publisher @ 4:14 am

Dealing with bed bugs Baltimore, Maryland can often turn out to be an experience that one doesn’t have to put up with, especially if the problem seems rampant without expert help. These tiny creatures seek out warm places includes animals and people and in most cases, crevices where they can snuggle in.

This often results in the bugs coming into contact with people, and like most insects, they do not resist the temptation of sipping a bit of blood from its host. Since this occurs at night when most people are sleeping, one is not aware of it but upon repeated ‘attacks’, lesions appears on the host’s body thus requiring the attention of a physician.

And this also requires the attention of an exterminator Herndon, VA or from anywhere else, since you just can’t expect these bugs to just go away. As with every situation of bed bugs invading your home, one should expect customized treatment from their pest control as it differs from home to home.

While there are several pest control companies offering their services, one can also look for assistance over the internet, and in doing so can rid their homes of not only bed bugs Chantilly, VA but rodents, termites and pests that are specific to the areas of Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia.

August 2, 2010

Looking to rid your house of rats Washington, DC?

Filed under: Janitorial & Cleaning Services — publisher @ 4:16 am

Having rats Washington, DC at home is a common thing. This doesn’t mean that you’ve opened your home to the bird and the bees but sometimes for the sake of shelter, they enter our homes and thus endanger our lives with disease. It happens to everyone at some point of time or other.

And this is where pest control Centreville, Virginia could come in handy if you live in the area as they will use modern techniques other than just smoking the ‘fox out of his hole’ to rid your home of rodents, termites, bed bugs and other insects and animals that you could threaten the safety of your family’s and your health.

Of course, the situation of pests in every home differs, and thus customized services have to be provided based on each case. And for this, one can always call for an exterminator to inspect your home. Of course, since nothing comes for free, an estimate of the costs will be provided but remember that with certain companies the prices are nominal.

You can even find pest control Gaithersburg, MD over the internet which makes it much easier for one to hookup with an exterminator just in case the situation demands one to take action immediately. Not only will they find a lasting solution but they will provide suggestions to avoid such mishaps in the future.

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