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Why Are People Being Asked To Put Bowls Of Salt In Their Windows This Winter?

Austin Tang — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:57:40 +0000

Worth a Shot?

by: James Felton

People in the United Kingdom are being urged to place bowls of salt in their windows this winter, in an attempt to prevent damp conditions and mold. But is that really good advice?

When water vapor in your home or vehicle hits a cold surface, such as your windows, it changes back into a liquid state, creating condensation.

“Condensation is not a matter of one particular temperature but of a difference between two temperatures: the air temperature and the dewpoint temperature,” the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) explains. “The dew point is the temperature at which dew can form – it is the point at which air becomes saturated and can not hold any more water vapor. Any additional cooling causes water vapor to condense.”

You can do all sorts to deal with condensation, which can lead to problems like damp and mold, and can damage your window frames. In a car, you can blast the windows with air to prevent condensation, replace the air with less humid air from outside, and use the air conditioning.

“The most efficient way to remove moisture from the air is to use the vehicle’s air conditioning system,” Toyota explains. “This system draws air from the cabin through an evaporator, which causes moisture in the air to condensate in a controlled way and drain out of the vehicle.”

In your home, condensation buildup can be a little trickier to deal with, but the principles are the same.

One way that has been suggested to deal with condensation is to place a bowl of salt near your window during the colder months.

“Salt has the ability to naturally absorb moisture from the air and essentially dries it out so that when it does come in contact with the glass, there are less droplets of condensation that will form,” Andy Ellis, home and garden expert at Posh.co.uk said in a statement seen by the Mirror.

“It’s a really easy trick that requires no effort at all. Simply fill a shallow bowl or a small jar with some salt – this can be table salt or rock salt. The amount you use will vary depending on the size of the window you’re placing it next to. Of course, generally speaking, the larger the window the more salt you’ll need, though usually one small bowl should be fine.”

So should you start doing this? It is true that salt can remove moisture from the air.

“A particular example of hygroscopic behavior is deliquescence which is exhibited by many water-soluble solids, including inorganic salts (e.g., calcium chloride),” chemical engineer John Francis Richardson explained on Thermopedia.

“At a given temperature, the vapor pressure of a saturated salt solution will be lower than that of pure water and, if it is less than the partial pressure in the atmosphere, moisture will be transferred to the surface of the solids, part of which will dissolve to form a saturated solution. When all the solids have dissolved, the process will continue until the partial pressure of the now unsaturated solution equals that in the atmosphere. In some cases, the formation of a hydrate or higher hydrate of the salt may precede the formation of a liquid phase. Liquids (e.g., sulfuric acid) may also be deliquescent.”

However, it is unclear that this will have much of an effect, especially compared to other methods of preventing condensation build up. This is because salt only begins to absorb water vapor at relatively high humidity.

“At up to 74 percent relative humidity and 20°C [68°F], salt does not absorb any appreciable quantities of water vapor,” the German Transport Information Service explains. “The critical water content of sodium chloride (NaCl) is 0.5 percent at 74 percent relative humidity, which is the flow moisture point at which salt begins readily to absorb water vapor, and increases such that, at 75 percent relative humidity, the salt dissolves.”

Houses in the UK are generally less humid than this, tending to be between 30 and 60 percent humidity, though especially humid houses can go above 70 percent. Different areas of the house can have different humidity levels (think bathrooms or kitchens) so salt may help a little with the situation.

However, to really deal with the problem, like in your vehicle, ventilation is key. In houses, you can use vents often built into windows, or simply open them a crack to deal with the moisture. As well as letting the more humid air out, airflow helps to prevent water vapor from building up on the cold surface, preventing you from needing to put out little bowls of salt by the windows every morning, like some offering to the god of high blood pressure.

All “explainer” articles are confirmed by fact checkers to be correct at time of publishing. Text, images, and links may be edited, removed, or added to at a later date to keep information current.

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Chinese Opera…

Austin Tang — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:57:01 +0000

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Super Bowl and the impact the new technology

Austin Tang — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 18:55:12 +0000

IBM TV World Edition.

Paul Sladkus is a guest on this very uplifting broadcast. The first half is world news, we have a guest from Verizon joining us to discuss amazing new technology, their role in security at Super Bowl and the impact the new technology has with first responders today.

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WOMEN AT THE BIGGEST GAME!!

admin — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 18:35:07 +0000

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THE MOST FEMALE-FRIENDLY STORY OF BIG GAME WEEK!

SEE HOW NFL ALL-PRO SAQUON BARKLEY IS TEAMING WITH A FAMOUS DESIGNER-FEMINIST TO SUPPORT
WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS

UNIQUE ‘SHE’S NEXT’ EVENT CHAMPIONS WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS DURING
SUPER BOWL WEEK

While the NFL is Focused on Football in Atlanta, Feminists Like Designer Rebecca Minkoff will be Discussing Empowering Women Business Owners

Festivities surrounding the Super Bowl will focus the nation’s attention on Atlanta next week, but another event in the ATL that will get plenty interest is the She’s Next Empowered by Visa Initiative to help women entrepreneurs. The NFL’s has made a concerted effort to encourage female fans and improve the league’s image in recent years. That’s why the new SHE’S NEXT, Empowered by Visa is announcing a new global initiative in Atlanta to help women entrepreneurs. It’s hoped that having this important event in Atlanta it will draw more attention to challenges facing women entrepreneurs.

Even with this success, a new survey by Visa shows nearly three-quarters of women (73%) report it was difficult to obtain the funding they needed to start their own business. In fact, six in ten (61%) self-fund their business. That’s why the new SHE’S NEXT, Empowered by Visa program is announcing a new global initiative to help women entrepreneurs. Please call if you would like to send a crew to cover any of the events.

Script for SHE’S NEXT EMPOWERED BY VISA SUPER BOWL WEEK:

PRE-GAME FESTIVITIES SURROUNDING THE SUPER BOWL ARE GETTING PLENTY OF ATTENTION THIS WEEK IN ATLANTA–INCLUDING A GLOBAL INITIATIVE TO HELP WOMEN CALLED: SHE’S NEXT, EMPOWERED BY VISA.

ONE N-F-L STAR EVEN JOINED-IN TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR THE EFFORTS TO HELP WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS.

CLAUDIA LOMBANA HAS THE STORY.

LOCATION: Atlanta, Ga.

Rebecca Minkoff
Designer, Founder of Female Founder Collective

Suzan Kereere
Visa, Head of Global Merchant Sales & Acquiring

Saquon Barkley
New York Giants Running Back

Monique Larue Wilson
Atlanta Small Business Owner

Courtesy: VISA

Claudia Lombana Reporting

For more information, visit: www.Visa.com/shesnext

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FORMER ALL-PRO NFL FULL BACK EXPLAINS HOW TO PUT THE FUN INTO WATCHING FOOTBALL OVIE MUGHELLI’S BIG GAME PARTY FUN

admin — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 21:40:59 +0000

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FROM ATLANTA, SITE OF THE 2019 SUPER BOWL! FORMER ALL-PRO NFL FULL BACK EXPLAINS HOW TO PUT THE FUN INTO WATCHING FOOTBALL OVIE MUGHELLI’S BIG GAME PARTY FUN The Former Pro Bowl NFL Veteran & Network TV Football Analyst Shares his Secrets for Having a Good Time Supporting his Super Team

At 6-foot-1, 250-pounds, Ovie Mughelli was a bruising fullback for more than a decade in the NFL. The former All-Pro player was known for punishing linebackers, but also for his engaging personality and ability to have fun with his teammates both on and off the field. Mughelli is a former network TV Sports analyst, so he still finds plenty of time to watch the Big Game while partying with friends. On January 25th, just in time for the Super Bowl (Feb. 3) in Atlanta, Ovie is available to share his can’t-miss Big Game party tips. Find out how this former NFL star and his friends plan to party.

OVIE’S BIG GAME PARTY CHECK LIST INCLUDES: SCORING WITH DIPS—New must-have chips and popcorn for hungry fanatics SUPER SIDES—Loving the hummus creations for a healthier game time snack BEVERAGE BONANZA—Ovie’s prime time special drink recipes GRILLING GREATNESS—Simples secrets for big game grilling perfection OVIE’S BACKGROUND – During his career, Ovie played for the Baltimore Ravens and Atlanta Falcons. He was an All-ACC fullback for Wake Forest in college. He was formerly on ACC Gridiron Live on FOX Sports.

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Child Actor Max Page with Congenital Heart Problems…

admin — Thu, 30 Apr 2015 15:05:35 +0000

NON-PROFIT HEALTH-LIFESTYLE
***MENDED LITTLE HEARTS INITIATIVE TO SAVE LIVES***
NEW RESOURCES TO HELP PARENTS, CHILDREN WITH MOST COMMON BIRTH DEFECT MOTHER OF LITTLE DARTH VADER LAUNCHES NEW EFFORT TO FIGHT HEART DISEASE FROM THE START
Child Actor Max Page’s Mom, a Cardiologist & St. Jude Medical to Explain the Challenges Facing Families with Congenital Heart Problems
A new initiative by the non-profit Mended Little Hearts and St. Jude Medical will offer an important new resource for parents who need answers—and it’s being headlined by none other than the mother of “Little Darth Vader,” Jennifer Page. You may know her son Max from his appearances on the soap opera “The Young and the Restless” and from his well-known role as little Darth Vader in a Volkswagen Super Bowl commercial that has become a classic. Max was born with a congenital heart defect and received a St. Jude Medical pacemaker when he was 3 months old. At age 7, the child-actor had to have open-heart surgery because of his condition. The surgery replaced his pulmonary valve and repaired a hole in his heart. The valve should last another 10-15 years before it has to be replaced with noninvasive surgery. Now Jennifer is reaching out to other parents with the information they need.
In many cases, these kinds of problems in children aren’t properly diagnosed until it’s too late, as in the tragic cases you may have heard about high school athletes dying suddenly on the basketball court or football or soccer field. The new initiative will spread awareness with online resources from Mended Little Hearts and St. Jude Medical.
Page will provide the parent’s perspective and will be joined by a leading cardiologist and pediatric cardiac surgeon, Dr. David A. Ferry, on staff at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. In addition to doing heart surgery procedures at Children’s, Dr. Ferry is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Jennifer and Dr. Ferry will provide background on the new online resource, as well as information on how your viewers can learn more. The mission of Mended Little Hearts is to empower families with support and education about congenital heart disease. St Jude Medical, Inc. is a worldwide leader in research and development with products to treat congenital heart disease.

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Ruth “Momma” Dietz Eni Celebrates 90th Birthday in Style with Friends & Fans of Dietz & Watson

admin — Thu, 29 Jan 2015 23:02:52 +0000

Ruth “Momma” Dietz Eni Celebrates 90^th Birthday in Style with Friends & Fans of Dietz & Watson

It’s incredibly rare for a fourth generation owned and operated family business to survive, yet alone thrive. But Dietz & Watson, a premium deli meat and cheese company headquartered in Philadelphia, has done exactly that with matriarch Ruth “Momma” Dietz Eni, daughter of founder Gottlieb Dietz, at the helm. And this month, Ruth celebrated a major milestone – her 90^th birthday.

Friends and fans of the leading deli company joined Momma Dietz for a celebration at the Pathmark in the Atlantic Terminal Mall in Brooklyn on January 22. The event’s special menu included Dietz & Watson franks, assorted Dietz & Watson premium meats and cheeses – and, of course, birthday cake.

Today, more than 75 years after its founding, Dietz & Watson produces more than 500 items – many of including the pioneering Healthier Lifestyle^® product line, developed in the late 1970s, long before anyone in the category. The company also offers more than 40 varieties of turkey breast, all of which are 98% or 99% fat free, including the Gourmet Lite^® line with 30 percent less sodium than similar items from other brands; roast beef prepared using the highest quality, hand-trimmed, USDA inspected and certified beef; European-style ham and roast pork, naturally low in fat and sodium and gluten-free; naturally seasoned beef franks and sausages; homestyle dinner hams, perfect for the holidays or other special occasions; All-Natural Chicken Sausages in numerous flavors with gluten- and nitrate-free options; and classic artisan cheeses ranging from Aalsbruk Smoked Gouda to Double Cream NY State Cheddar to Swedish Fontina and more.

Good News joined the party at Pathmark, which is just a block away from our Brooklyn TV Studio. What a great time we had interviewing Momma Dietz and speaking to the Dietz & Watson team. They were a special group and do they know how to throw a great party. The food was fantastic, the give a ways, and the spirit of the Pathmark and Dietz & Watson team. Thanks for inviting Good News to attend. You are sure Good News and happy and healthy birthday to Momma Dietz and this very socially responsible company.

For more information on Dietz & Watson – including Super Bowl recipes – visit www.DietzandWatson.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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The Wooden Bowl

admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 15:07:36 +0000

I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl
tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now, a year from now.A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year–old grandson.The old man’s hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered.

The family ate together at the table. But the elderly grandfather’s shaky hands and failing sight made eating difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor.

When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth.

The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess.

‘We must do something about father,’ said the son. ‘I’ve had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor.’

So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner.

There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner. Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl.

When the family glanced in Grandfather’s direction, sometimes he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone.

Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.

The four-year-old watched it all in silence.

One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor.

He asked the child sweetly, ‘What are you making?’ Just as sweetly, the boy responded, ‘Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up.

‘ The four-year-old smiled and went back to work..

The words so struck the parents so that they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.

That evening the husband took Grandfather’s hand and gently led him back to the family table.

For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason, neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.

On a positive note, I’ve learned that, no matter what happens, how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.

I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles four things: a rainy day, the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.

I’ve learned that making a ‘living’ is not the same thing as making a ‘life..’

I’ve learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.

I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw somethingback sometimes.

I’ve learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you
But, if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others,
your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you

I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.

I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t have to be one.

I’ve learned that every day, you should reach out and touch someone.

People love that human touch — holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.

I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn.

I’ve learned that you should pass this on to everyone you care about. I just did.

FRIENDSHIP CANDLE

NOTICE AT THE END,
THE DATE THE CANDLE WAS STARTED.

GONNA GIVE YOU GOOSE BUMPS.

I am not going to be the one who lets it die.. I found it believable —
angels have walked beside me all my life–and they still do

*********************

This is to all of you who
mean something to me,
I pray for your happiness.

The Candle Of Love, Hope & Friendship

This candle was lit on the

15th of September, 1998

Someone who loves you has helped
keep it alive by sending it to you.

Don’t let The Candle of Love, Hope and Friendship die

Pass It On To All Of Your Friends
and Everyone You Love!
May God richly bless you!

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NFL Players Association and American Federation of Teachers Raise Awareness About Human Trafficking of At-Risk Youth During Super Bowl

admin — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 22:05:48 +0000

Statement by leaders of the American Federation of Teachers and the National Football League Players Association on sex trafficking of at-risk youth during the Super Bowl.

“The despicable reality is that people prey on at-risk youth every day of the year, but there is additional concern about the problem at huge, crowded events like the Super Bowl. Human sex trafficking is a not-so-hidden crime that exploits the most vulnerable. The AFT and the NFLPA call on New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, and law enforcement and social service agencies in the New Jersey-New York area and throughout the I-95 corridor, to be especially vigilant so that everyone attending the Super Bowl is safe and well-protected. Raising community awareness of this devastating crime throughout the year is a joint responsibility of public officials, schools, community organizations and law enforcement,” said Randi Weingarten, AFT president, and DeMaurice Smith, NFLPA executive director.

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WALK TO END EPILEPSY – ROSE BOWL, PASADENA, CALIFORNIA-NOVEMBER 17, 2013

admin — Mon, 07 Oct 2013 18:12:55 +0000

Epilepsy is the most common serious brain disorder in the world and yet is still greatly misunderstood and under-funded. A cause for concern is that 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles is leading the fight to END EPILEPSY and overcome challenges created by seizures by focusing on Care, Advocacy, Research and Education. Your donation for the Walk to End Epilepsy helps to support important programs for families with epilepsy.

Welcome to Mila’s Fundraising Page

Mila is a 5 year old amazing bundle of awesomeness who kicks epilepsy’s butt daily! On September 26th, 2011 Mila had her first seizure. After being put down for a nap Mila was found unresponsive and struggling to breathe. She was airlifted to the CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF LOS ANGELES where she was diagnosed with having a complex partial seizure. We were shocked to find out the episode was actually a seizure, we thought we knew what seizures looked like, needless to say we had no idea what complex partial seizures looked like.

Mila went on to have several large seizures which required emergency attention. When most people have a seizure the episode will end on it’s own, usually after a couple of seconds or minutes. After 9 minutes, oxygen delivery to the heart and brain are greatly reduced and the risk of suffocation is greatly increased. Mila’s seizures only ended once emergency meds were administered, her longest seizure lasted over 20 minutes! After several tests Mila was diagnosed with a cortical dysplasia, which we now know is the cause of her epilepsy. And thankfully, with the help of CHLA and daily medication, Mila keeps her seizures at bay.

Mila is a happy, energetic girl who loves making people laugh and smile, please help her do just that by helping spread awareness and raise funds for our Walk to End Epilepsy!

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Donate Online at: www.end-epilepsy.org

Donate by Phone: 310.670.2870 ext.101

Payable to: Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles

Mail to: Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles
5777 W. Century Blvd, Suite 820, Los Angeles, CA 90045

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