WISHING YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS

Shopping at Croydon on 24th Dec. 2009

ArRaina
family wishing you all a
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
I apologize for not updating this blog lately
I'll try to post it as regularly as possible in the future.

Let you all
enjoy Christmas
by clicking the following video

SMART PHONES ALLOW DIAGNOSE OF ACUTE APPENDICITIS

"This new technology
can expedite diagnosis and
therefore, treatment," Dr. Choudhri said.

Its really amazing to know that:

• Acute appendicitis can be accurately diagnosed from a remote location by a radiologist using an iPhone.
  

• OsiriX, a special software allows the reader to view raw clinical image data in full resolution.

• This technology has the potential to expedite emergency room care when consultation with a specialist is needed.

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LET YOUR iPHONE BLOW OUT CANDLES

I didn't believe that an iPhone could blow out candles until I watched the above video. Its really fantastic.Please click on the video and see for yourself...

Gizmodo reported that a new iPhone app called Blower that uses its speaker to blow air. No peripherals, no attachments.

The developers say that you can use it to "blow out candles, herbs, and refresh your skin during hot summer nights."

TIGER WOODS WON AUSTRALIAN MASTERS

"I felt this was

a tricky golf course
in a sense.
It's not overly long but
you can hit marginal shots
and have them in pretty bad spots,"
said Tiger woods .

I'm glad I had the opportunity to watch over tv live the moments world No. 1 Tiger woods got his maiden victory on Australian soil at Kingston Heath. He won JBWere Masters with a 2-under 274 score, two shorts over Greg Charmers.

Though Woods had to share the lead at the end of the third round with two others, his magnificant performance in the final round had earned him a golden jacket, a trophy, a $250,000 cheque plus a $3 million appearance fees.

Despite of this hefty appreance fees, the money appeared to pay off as 25,000 fans packed the course each day, lining the fairways and circling the greens to follow the world No. 1. It was reported that the collection from this event is more than the expected amount ie. $A19 million.

" This has been absolutely phenomenal," Woods said during the trophy presentation. " I'm sorry it took me so long to get back." Tiger promised to come back to defend his title at Victoria Golf Club next year.

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THE PERILS OF TEXT MESSAGING

Texting may allure problems...

Fort Lauderdale
Family Law Attorney
Advises Clients
to Avoid Texting Marital,
Extra-Marital or Negotiation Details -
Or Risk Texts Becoming Evidence,

The above advice comes from Barry I. Finkel, partner in The Law
Office of Berry I. finkel P. A. as reported by Reuters.
 
"In the age of digital communications, there now are three sides
to every divorce story: His, hers, and what's being stored by the
phone company."

"Digital communications, like email, instant messaging and
increasingly text messaging using a wireless phone, has opened
new lines of communication between people. This includes
couples facing divorce. While email and IM are commonly used,
most should be wary of texting. Why? Many people who text often
will message their spouse, friends or even a lover with whom
they're having an affair, revealing intentions, intimate details and
negotiation strategies."

"Such conversations can become evidence in the mediation or
courtroom setting. Yet, hitting "Delete" isn't enough to erase the
conversation. The phone company often retains records of text
conversations for up to 30 days. In a divorce scenario, those records
can be requested or subpoenaed into evidence."

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MIRINAE HITS PHILIPPINES, LEAVING 14 DEAD

Typhoon Mirinae hit Philippines and on the way to
Vietnam . Image source:NMOC*

"We saw many
shanty-type houses
that had been washed away
and residents frantically try to get
hold of their household material,"said
videographer James Reynolds

I feel very sad to have heard news of natural disasters which have occurred lately in several neighboring countries.

The latest incident was that the main island of Luzon, Philippines was hit by typhoon Mirinae on early Saturday morning resulting in at least 14 people dead, toppling trees and damaging more than 5,500 houses with fierce winds.
Mirinae was the fourth storm to lash Philippines in a month. Since late September, typhoons Ketsana, Parma and Lupit combined killed more than 850 people, with Ketsana delivering the Philippines heaviest rainfall in 40 years. 87,000 people are still living in evacuation centers, officials said.

The storm headed out over the South China Sea and was swirling 279 miles (450 kilometers) southwest of Manila early today but could still bring rains and thunderstorms to western Palawan province, forecasters said.

It was expected to strike Vietnam's central coast around noon Monday.

I would like to convey my deepest sympathies and condolences to the people of Philippines for the mishaps and miseries they are suffering. Meanwhile, I hope Mirinae will bring less hardship to the people of Vietnam.

*NMOC is Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command

JESSICA'S AROUND THE WORLD VOYAGE

Jessica Watson on Ella's Pink Lady taken on 24 October

"We're making

the most of the wind

and loving the good progress

while it lasts." said Jessica Watson

Jessica's saga to become the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe non-stop and unassisted has been narrated in our posting 'Schoolgirl To Set World Record' on 19 October 2009.

This posting attempts to update briefly Jessica's experience and achievement thus far.

It has been twelve days since Jessica Watson set sail from Sydney harbor on her voyage around the world which will take about eight months.

Jessica is doing great and has passed 1,000 nautical miles mark of her 23,000 miles journey. She has left Tasman behind and now heading towards Fiji, Samoa and Line Islands which include Christmas Island at the Equator before turning south to South America.

Jessica is an excellent author. She writes almost everyday in her blog describing her feelings, routine, chores and experience sailing solo. For example, she described about her unexpected visitors, "When it got light this morning I did my usual check around Ella's Pink Lady to find a whole lot of little squid lying on the deck where they'd clearly got stuck after jumping on board during the night..."

When answering question on what it's like at night out there, she said, " I think a lot of people get goose bumps when they think about being out here all by themself because I think most people imagine it to be like a night in the suburbs all quiet and eerie. But it’s not like that at all. Firstly, because there's the constant noise and motion of the boat. Then there's the waves and wind for company! On a clear night the stars are pretty amazing ...."

Despite being just about two weeks into her solo voyage, Jessica Watson has already captured the interest and imagination of the world audience, with over 400,000 hits per day on her websites and thousands of comments on her blog. These comments include ours which were sent on 24 and 29 October 2009, one of them is as follows:

ArRaina said...

Hi Jess,

Greetings from Malaysia. I'm following your voyage, Jess. Love your postings and pics.

A wise man once said, " To begin a journey one must have courage; to finish a journey one must have perseverance." We really admire you, Jess. You are special to our family for your vision, determination and courage. I'm sure you will persevere till you succeed.

Since you are special, I have posted your saga in my blog dated 19 October.

My daughter Iva in London, son Dr Izad in Ireland, Iza, Idlan, my wife and I in Malaysia pray for your safety and successful voyage. Amen.

October 29, 2009 7:17 PM

CONSUMERS SPENT $400 MILLION ON EBAY USING ITS iPHONE APP

“Some people
search for an item,
bid and buy all on the iPhone,”
said eBay CEO John Danahoe.
“Others search on their desktop [computer],
and end up completing the transaction on the iPhone.”

Here's a striking example of consumers are now becoming more comfortable with mobile internet and mobile shopping.

According to eBay CEO John Donahoe, shoppers have spent more than $400m on eBay using eBay's iPhone App this year. This figure is significant considering iPhone shares only 15% of the smartphones segment and mobile payment transactions are still new to many.

About 4.6m people have downloaded the ebay app, using it to buy not just books, clothes and electronics, but also a $ 350,000 Lamborghini, a $150,000 boat, and a Bentley.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. IZAD

CONGRATULATIONS!

DR. IZAD,

YES, YOU JUST TURNED 25 TODAY

WE ,
AR-RAINA FAMILY

ARE INDEED VERY HAPPY

AND

GRATEFUL TO ALLAH SWT

ON YOUR BIRTHDAY.


At winter fun fair, London



WE

ARE PROUD AND THANKFUL

TO

ALLAH SWT

FOR YOUR GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENT.


WISHING YOU

A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY



At the entrance of Acropolis, Athens



MAY

ALL YOUR

WISHES COME TRUE...

AND

HOPE YOU HAVE A DAY

THAT'S AS SPECIAL AS

YOU!

LET 'S

CELEBRATE ABANG'S (DR, IZAD)

BIRTHDAY BY CLICKING

PLAY

ON THE FOLLOWING VIDEO

MOBILE INTERNET IS BIGGER THAN MOST THINK

Mary Meeker presenting " Economy + Internet Trends"

If you have doubts about mobile internet going to be hugh, please check out the following information provided by Morgan Stanley analyst Mary Meeker.

On 2o October at Web 2.0 summit, San Francisco Mary Meeker indicated that mobile Internet usage is "bigger and will be bigger than most think". Other important facts of her annual presentation on " Economy + Internet Trends" include:

• The Tech Sector is a growing part of the Global Economy

• Ad Spending should grow in 2010

• Mobile Internet next major Computing Cycle

• Apple Mobile Share should surprise on the Upside Near-Term

• Mobile Internet outpaces Desktop Internet adoption!

• Facebook is the Largest Share Gainer of Online Usage Over Past 3 Years

Since Mary Meeker's presentation gives great insights on the future of internet, you may want to follow her presentation slides below:

Mary Meeker's Internet Presentation 2009

SCHOOLGIRL TO SET WORLD RECORD

Jessica Watson on Ella's Pink Lady

“Today, I am going to sail around the world.” – Jessica Watson

It's really astounding to learn that there is a schoolgirl who has a clear vision and sheer determination to undergo a treacherous journey to become the youngest person to sail solo and unassisted around the world.

This extraordinary person is Jessica Watson, a 16-year-old Australian who sailed her Ella's Pink Lady yacht out of Sydney on Sunday on a 23,600 -nautical- miles voyage around the world.

34- feet Ella's Pink Lady yacht

After leaving Sydney, Jessica will heads northern New Zealand, then to Fiji, Samoa, South America, South Africa, then sail the final leg of 4,000 nautical miles back to Australia. The entire journey will take about eight months.

Jassica's endeavor has sparked a debate in Australia about whether someone so young should be allowed to try such a potentially dangerous feat. However,Watson and her family insist that she has studied navigation, electronics and maritime safety procedures and is an experienced and capable sailor.

Jessica also informed that although she will sail solo and unassisted, she will be in constant contact with her support team via radio, e-mail and a blog.

Bon Voyage Jessica Watson! May your voyage around the world will be safe, speedy and a great accomplishment indeed.

iPHONE APP ALLOWS DISSECTION OF A HUMAN BODY

"Anatomy Lab" lets the user move between 40 body layers.

"A lot of
medical professionals,
especially in physical therapy
and rehabilitative medicine,
are using it to educate patients
and show them
the body parts they're discussing,"
Nielsen told CNN

Here's a good news to medical students and practitioners.

A new iPhone app, 'Anatomy Lab' allows users to carry out a virtual dissection of a human body.

"called 'Anatomy Lab,' has been developed by researchers from the University of Utah and provides images of a real human cadaver."

"Utah professor Mark Nielsen told CNN that the application is aimed at medical and anatomy students who might not have the opportunity to dissect a real human body, but it's also proving a hit with medical practitioners."

The 'Anatomy Lab" has so far sold more than 3,000 copies.

"The app also comes in a cheaper, scaled-down version called "My Body," aimed at the curious amateur."

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