Killer chemicals in your hair dyes?

In UK, recently 38-year old Julie McCabe went into coma after suffering allergic reactions from the L’Oreal Preference hair dye she used. Doctors say she has a slim eight per cent chance of survival and will suffer brain damage even if she survives. They blame her condition on the chemical para-phenylenediamine or PPD, which is present in almost all brands of hair dyes including L’Oreal. Julie’s case is not an isolated one. In India, thousands of cases of allergic reactions to hair dyes are reported every year and there are even instances suicide.

PPD, if inhaled or consumed, can be disastrous to health. “There have been suicide attempts wherein people have consumed hair dyes. The death rate is always high,” says Dr Aftab Ahmad of Apollo Hospitals. PPD, though harmful, is not banned as it has a number of applications including development of colour films and oxidation of rubber. It is a preferred product in hair dyes as it ensures that the colour is long-lasting.

Experts say that the best way to identify whether a hair dye brand uses PPD is to the look-out for two bottles in the pack. If there are two bottles in a hair dye pack, it means one of them (the colourless solution) is PPD. The chemical can trigger asthma and eczema and damage kidneys and lungs. Those working in saloons are also at risk.

Recently, doctors at the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology treated a middle-aged person, who had developed jaundice and liver problems after she used a hair dye. For some, the chemicals in hair dyes are absorbed into the blood stream through the skin. Those who have a history of allergy should opt for natural mehndi or henna, advise city doctors.

Says senior dermatologist Dr Radha Shah, “Certain dye users get allergic reactions like rashes, itching and oozing which sometimes spread on to the face, behind the ear and the entire body. One should instead use freshly prepared henna and avoid preserved henna available in the market as they may contain PPD.”

People with dandruff, eczema, abrasions and cuts on the scalp should avoid chemical dyes as the chances of absorption are higher. Doctors also advise usage of semi permanent hair dyes as PPD is mostly used in permanent hair dyes as it binds firmly to the hair. When contacted, a L’Oreal spokesperson said that safety of consumers was high priority. “All ingredients used in our hair colouring products have been subjected to an exhaustive evaluation procedure. We comply with Indian and international legislation in choosing our ingredients and use them in ways that are proven safe,” she said.

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Philippines 300 new species discovered

SOME THE SPECIES
Sea slug
New species of sea slug that was discovered during California Academy of Sciences’ 2011 Philippine Biodiversity Expedition. These brightly colored mollusks don’t need shells for protection--instead they produce powerful toxins to keep potential predators at bay.

Myrianida
New species of worm from genus Myrianida found in coral rubble during California Academy of Sciences' 2011 Philippine Biodiversity Expedition.

Aeolid nudibranch
New species of aeolid nudibranch, or sea slug, that was discovered during the California Academy of Sciences’ 2011 Philippine Biodiversity Expedition.

Gymnodoris nudibranch
New species of brightly colored mollusks, Gymnodoris nudibranch don’t need shells for protection, instead they produce powerful toxins to keep potential predators at bay.

Nembrotha nudibranch
New species of Nembrotha nudibranch, a sea slug, that was discovered during the California Academy of Sciences’ 2011 Philippine Biodiversity Expedition.

 Iphiculus crab

New species of Iphiculus crab from the deep sea collected during the California Academy of Sciences 2011 marine survey in the Philippines.

 Nembrotha nudibranch

New species of Nembrotha nudibranch (also known as sea slug) that was discovered during the California Academy of Sciences’ 2011 Philippine Biodiversity Expedition.

 Efflatounaria

New species of the soft coral genus Efflatounaria taken during the California Academy of Sciences 2011 marine survey in the Philippines.

 Sea pen

New species of sea pen in genus Pteroeides during the California Academy of Sciences 2011 marine survey in Philippines.

 Urchin Echinothrix

New species of urchin Echinothrix, with a distinctive red color that differentiates it from the more brownish, white-banded Echinothrix calamaris, during the California Academy of Sciences 2011 marine survey in the Philippines.

 Swell shark

Researcher holding two examples of new species of swell shark taken from deep sea during the California Academy of Sciences's recent 2011 marine survey in the Philippines. These sharks can inflate its stomach with water to bulk up and scare off other predators.

 Sea pen

New species of sea pen in the sea off the coast of the Philippines taken during the California Academy of Sciences 2011 marine survey in the Philippines.

STORY BEHIND YOUR DATE OF BIRTH

 

If U were born on the 1st, 10th, 19th, 28th of any month U r number 1.... 

If U were born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th, 29th of any month then U r number 2... 

If U were born on the 3rd, 12th, 21st, 30th of any month then U r number 3... 

If U were born on the 4th, 13th, 22nd, 31st of any month then U r number 4... 

If U were born on the 5th, 14th, 23rd of any month then U r number 5... 

If U were born on the 6th,15th,24th of any month then U r number 6... 

If U were born on the 7th,16th,25th of any month then U r number 7... 

If U were born on the 8th,17th,26th of any month then U r number 8... 

If U were born on the 9th,18th,27th of any month then U r number 9... 

Number 1 

You are smart, straight talking, funny, stubborn, hardworking, honest, Jealous on competing basis, kind hearted, angry, friendly, authorities, Famous person.. .always want to be and regarded as first on people Position, they are often like to be independent, will never be under Others, self confident people! You are most likely to fall in love in the younger age, but will get Marry when you mature! You are likely to have problems with people who have opposite views And you are most likely to take revenge over your Enemies in a long time basis. You are a spender, but you will have a good profession in the future. If you are guy you will be very popular that everybody will have mental attraction and respect at you. You can go anywhere from the local shop to the heart of the parliament because you are positive and Well talented in numerous issues!! But in your life you will always have some people who will work hard To bring you n your name down. This is undercover!! Coz of your smart behavior you will be hated by some People too... Your family life is very cool, you will have a very nice partner n Wonderful children.... You are pioneer, independent n original... Your best match is 4,6,8 good match is 3,5,7 !!! 

Number 2 

No matter what, you will be loved by every one coz your ruler is the Moon and every one loves the Moon. Well.. You are a person who day dream a lot, You have very low-self confidence, you need back up for every move in your life, you Are very much unpredictable. Means you do change according to time and circumstances, Kind a selfish, have a very strong sense of musical, artistic talent, verbal communication. Your attitudes are like the Moon, comes to gloom and fade away so everybody can expect Changes in you. You can be a next Mahatma Gandhi who does peace love or you can be a Hitler who wants to destroy the man kind and peace (I mean in the community and your own home). If you really have a deep thought about your own believe in God you can Feel the difference which will make you stronger! Most of the time your Words are a kind of would be happening true! So without any knowledge You can predict the situation. You will become poets, writers, any Artistic business people! You are not strong in love, so you will be there and here till you get Marry.. If U r a girl you will be a responsible woman in the whole Family. If U r a man you will involve in fights n arguments in the family or Vice-versa. Means you will sacrifice your life for the goodness sake of Your family...You are gentle , intuitive with a broad vision, a power Behind the scenes, well balanced People!!! Your best match is 2 ,5 ,9 no other people can put up with you !!! 

Number 3 

You are a person of hard hearted, selfish most of the times, religious, Loves to climb up in your life. You always tend to have lots of problems Within your family in the early stages but you will put up with everything.. You have the strong word power, pretty happy face.. So wherever you go always You have got what you wanted!!! And from the birth always wanted to work hard in order To achieve something.. You will not get Anything without hard work! When you reach a man/ woman age you want other younger Once to listen to you because you want younger people to respect people older than them. You do set so many examples to others. Generally you are not a cool person. It ' s not easy thing dealing with you. A tough player you are! But once you like someone ' s attitud! e then here you go, what can I say? It will be a lasting friendship. You always have respect from others. Your life seems to have lots of worries and problems but sure they won ' t be long.. You will always have brilliant kids!!! You love the money a bit too much so temptation will push you to endless trying and trying.. If you are a guy then it ' s over. Looking after your family and help friends, so you will spend a life time just being generous and kind (except 21st born men). And number 3s you will be such an example of how to be in the culture & life!!! If you are girl then you have good character and culture & hardworking attitude. You always follow. You are a freedom lover, creative, ambition focused, a person who brings beauty , hope & joy to this world!!! Your best match 6 ,9. Good match 1 ,3 ,5 !!! 

Number 4 

You are very stubborn too, very hard working but unlucky in important matters in life, very cool, helpful, you have rough word power.. Might put lots of people away from you, you may cause nuisance to others if you are a man, and you often understands others and their problems well. If you are a girl you are very good with studies and arts. If you are a guy you spend most of the time after girl friends (almost) at times, you will have sort of too much fun life with mates n girls. Your friends will spend your time n money and get away with their life and you will become empty handed and don ' t know what to do... So be careful!! You love to spend anyway!!! Your good will is you are always there to help family and friends. Tell you what you people are little gem! s, specially the girls.. You always fall in love in younger age as well. You often live with disappointments, for an example you have got a degree in some thing... but you will be unemployed.. or will do very ordinary jobs. But you will take care of your family very well....All you need to be careful of people who will take advantage of your kind heart. And beware of your relations too.. You are radical, patient, persistent, a bit old-fashioned, you live with foundation n order... Your best Match 1, 8. Good match 5 ,6 , 7 !!! 

Number 5 

You are very popular within the community, you can get things done by just chatting..to even enemies! You have a pretty good business mind, you are often have no-idea what is today is like, or tomorrow is like, you are a person who does anything when your head thinks "lets do this". You will be famous if you open up a business, get involve in share dealings, music etc.. Very popular with sense of humor , you are the one your friends and families will always ask for help, and you are the one actually get money on credit and help your friends. You will have more than 1 relationship, but when u get settle down you will be a bit selfish anyway. Coz your other half will have a pretty good amount of control in you, be careful! You tend to go for other relationships! Contacts even you are married at times ' coz your popularity.. You are someone who get along with anyone coz the number 5 is the middle number.. Changes n freedom lovers you are! You are an explorer with magic on your face. You learn your life through experience and it ' s your best teacher!!! Your best match 1 ,2 ,9. Good match 6 ,8 !!! 

Number 6 

Ooopppss..you are born to enjoy.. You don ' t care about others. I mean you are always want to enjoy your life time, you are a person.. You will be very good in either education or work wise or business management! You are talented, kind (but with only people who you think are nice), very beautiful girls and guys, popular and more than lucky with anything in your lives. All the goodness does come with you. Your mind and body is just made perfect for love. You are lovable by any other numbers. But if you are a number 6 man, you will experience kind of looks from most girls and will involve in more than few relationships until you get married. If you are girl, most of you will get marry/engaged early. You are ! a caring person towards your family n friends . If you miss the half-way mark then you are about to suffer physically and mentally. Generally you will lead a very good inner-home happiness with nothing short of. You are a person of compassion, comfort & fairness, domestic responsibility, good judgment, and after all you can heal this world wounds to make peace for every life coz you have the great power of caring talent to make this world of love one step further... Your best match 1, 6, 9. Good match 4, 5!!! 

Number 7 

You have got the attraction to anyone out there, you are realistic, very confident, happy, such a talented individual with your education, music, arts, singing, and most importantly acting too. You have real problems with bad temper! If you are a girl, you are popular with the subjects listed above. You give up things for your parents. I mean you value your family status a lot, you will be in the top rank when you reach a certain age. If you are a guy you are popular with girls, you are a very talented too. Most of the number 7s face lots of problems with their marriage life. Only a very few are happy. You have everything in your life, but still always number 7s have some sort of unfullfilness, such worries all their lifetime. It ' s probably the Lord given you al! l sort of over the standard humans talents and you are about to suffer in family life. So you need to get ready looking for a partner rather than waiting. If you don ' t, then you might end-up single. So take care with this issue, ok? You are wonderful, friendly, artistic, happy person.. You are born to contribute lots to this world!!! Your best match is 2. Good matches are 1,4 !!! 

Number 8 

You are a very strong personality, there ' s no one out there will understand you. You are very good at pointing your finger at some thing and say "this is what". You are more likely to suffer from the early ages. I mean poverty. If your times are not good you might lose either of your parent and end up looking after your entire family. You often suffer all the way in life. The problems will not allow you to study further, but you will learn the life in a very practical way. You are the one who will fight for justice and may die in the war too. You are normally very reserved with handful of friends and most of the time live life lonely and always prepared to help others. Well. once you get married (which is often late) then your bad lucks will go away a bit and you! u become safe. You will face un-expected problems such as : the error, government, poisonous animals, accidents. You are some one with great discipline, persistence, courage, strength which will take you to success. You are a great part of a family team. You are a fighter! Your Best match 1 ,4, 8. Good match 5 !!! 

Number 9 

Hey... you guys are the incompatibles people in the world. You are so strong, physically and mentally... You are often have big-aims. You will work hard and hard to get there. Normally you suffer in the early age from family problems and generally you will have fighting life.. But when you achieve what you have done, it ' s always a big task you have done! You are so much respected in the community, you are a person who can make a challenge and successfully finish the matter off. You are very naughty in your younger age, often beaten up by your parents and involve in fights and you seemed to have lots of injuries in your life time. But when u grow you become calm and macho type. Love is not an easy matter for you. You are good in engineering or banking jobs coz people always trust you. Your family life is very good, but will have worries over your children. Your such qualities are humanitarian, patient, very wise n compassionate. You are born to achieve targets and serve every one all equally without any prejudice.. You are totally a role model to anybody in the world for a great inspiration. Your Best match 3, 5, 6, 9. Good match 

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How to create Status Bar Notification in Android

A status bar notification is a nice way to alert the user about some update from your application, when running in background, specially when you require a response from the user for the same. It adds an icon to the system's status bar along with an optional ticker-text message and an expanded message in the Notifications window. When the user selects the expanded notification message, Android fires an Intent that is defined by the notification which is usually used to launch an Activity. In this article, I will show you how we can implement this notification system in our application. To demonstrate how to use status bar notification we will create a layout which will have a textview and button. The button will be used to launch the status bar notification. Create a new Android project with the following properties: <<click here to continue>>

Interesting Facts About the Sun

Think you know everything there is to know about the Sun? Think again. Here are 10 interesting facts about the Sun, collected in no particular order. Some you might already know, and others will be totally new to you. Interesting facts after the break... 1. The Sun is the Solar System. We live on the planet, so we think it's an equal member of the Solar System. But that couldn't be further from the truth. The reality is that the mass of the Sun accounts for 99.8% of the mass of the Solar System. And most of that final 0.2% comes from Jupiter. So the mass of the Earth is a fraction of a fraction of the mass of the Solar System. Really, we barely exist. 2. And the Sun is mostly hydrogen and helium. If you could take apart the Sun and pile up its different elements, you'd find that 74% of its mass comes from hydrogen. with 24% helium. The remaining 2% is includes trace amounts of iron, nickel, oxygen, and all the other elements we have in the Solar System. In other words, the Solar System is mostly made of hydrogen. 3. The Sun is pretty bright. We know of some amazingly large and bright stars, like Eta Carina and Betelgeuse. But they're incredibly far away. Our own Sun is a relatively bright star. If you could take the 50 closest stars within 17 light-years of the Earth, the Sun would be the 4th brightest star in absolute terms. Not bad at all. 4. The Sun is huge, but tiny. With a diameter of 109 times the size the Earth, the Sun makes a really big sphere. You could fit 1.3 million Earths inside the Sun. Or you could flatten out 11,990 Earths to cover the surface of the Sun. That's big, but there are some much bigger stars out there. For example, the biggest star that we know of would almost reach Saturn if it were placed inside the Solar System. 5. The Sun is middle aged. Astronomers think that the Sun (and the planets) formed from the solar nebula about 4.59 billion years ago. The Sun is in the main sequence stage right now, slowly using up its hydrogen fuel. But at some point, in about 5 billion years from now, the Sun will enter the red giant phase, where it swells up to consume the inner planets – including Earth (probably). It will slough off its outer layers, and then shrink back down to a relatively tiny white dwarf. 6. The Sun has layers. The Sun looks like a burning ball of fire, but it actually has an internal structure. The visible surface we can see is called the photosphere, and heats up to a temperature of about 6,000 degrees Kelvin. Beneath that is the convective zone, where heat moves slowly from the inner Sun to the surface, and cooled material falls back down in columns. This region starts at 70% of the radius of the Sun. Beneath the convection zone is the radiative zone. In this zone, heat can only travel through radiation. The core of the Sun extends from the center of the Sun to a distance of 0.2 solar radii. This is where temperatures reach 13.6 million degrees Kelvin, and molecules of hydrogen are fused into helium. 7. The Sun is heating up, and will kill all life on Earth. It feels like the Sun has been around forever, unchanging, but that's not true. The Sun is actually slowly heating up. It's becoming 10% more luminous every billion years. In fact, within just a billion years, the heat from the Sun will be so intense that liquid water won't exist on the surface of the Earth. Life on Earth as we know it will be gone forever. Bacteria might still live on underground, but the surface of the planet will be scorched and uninhabited. It'll take another 7 billion years for the Sun to reach its red giant phase before it actually expands to the point that it engulfs the Earth and destroys the entire planet. 8. Different parts of the Sun rotate at different speeds. Unlike the planets, the Sun is great big sphere of hydrogen gas. Because of this, different parts of the Sun rotate at different speeds. You can see how fast the surface is rotating by tracking the movement of sunspots across the surface. Regions at the equator take 25 days to complete one rotation, while features at the poles can take 36 days. And the inside of the Sun seems to take about 27 days. 9. The outer atmosphere is hotter than the surface. The surface of the Sun reaches temperatures of 6,000 Kelvin. But this is actually much less than the Sun's atmosphere. Above the surface of the Sun is a region of the atmosphere called the chromosphere, where temperatures can reach 100,000 K. But that's nothing. There's an even more distant region called the corona, which extends to a volume even larger than the Sun itself. Temperatures in the corona can reach 1 million K. 10. There are spacecraft observing the Sun right now. The most famous spacecraft sent to observe the Sun is the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory, built by NASA and ESA, and launched in December, 1995. SOHO has been continuously observing the Sun since then, and sent back countless images. A more recent mission is NASA's STEREO spacecraft. This was actually two spacecraft, launched in October 2006. These twin spacecraft were designed to watch the same activity on the Sun from two different vantage points, to give a 3-D perspective of the Sun's activity, and allow astronomers to better predict space weather.

How to crack Civil Service exams?

GET YOUR BASICS RIGHT: The candidates who score more than 300 in the General Studies papers are those with excellent understanding of the subjects at the secondary and higher secondary school level.