The IFBB Pro League issued the following Advisory Notice regarding qualify for the Olympia. This is a huge change in the competition and we will see a much, much smaller 2012 Olympia.

September 21, 2011

NEW OLYMPIA QUALIFYING RULES

After meetings held during the Olympia Weekend and following further discussions between IFBB Professional League and Mr. Olympia, LLC, beginning 2012, only the following competitors will qualify for the Olympia:

1. top four (4) in each division at the Olympia. 2. top three (3) in each division at the Arnold Classic/International; 3. top two (2) in each division at the New York Pro; and 4. 1st Place at all other competitions

The top four (4) in each division at the 2011 Olympia will qualify for the 2012 Olympia.

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MAYWOOD, Ill. — Oils can have several protective benefits for all skin and body types.

However, deciphering which oils to use for which skin type can be confusing. Aimee Masi of the Loyola Center for Aesthetics works with her patients to tailor a beauty regimen that is appropriate for their skin. She recommends both common and essential oils that repair the skin and restore the body without clogging  pores.“Oils have been used for centuries for their beauty and healing properties,” Masi said. “There are numerous advantages to incorporating oils into a skin-care and health regimen.”

Masi recommends that patients consult a medical aesthetician to determine which oil-based products are beneficial for their skin type or health condition. She also

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AMSTERDAM — Dutch doctors want politicians and human rights groups to speak out and discourage the practice of male circumcision in the Netherlands because they say it is a “painful and harmful ritual,” and a violation of children’s rights.

Between 10,000 and 15,000 boys are circumcised in the Netherlands each year, mostly for religious reasons and not always with an anesthetic, according to the Royal Dutch Medical Association (KNMG) which represents surgeons, pediatricians, general practitioners and urologists.

“We want to discourage male circumcision, because it is an unnecessary procedure with complications, which violates the integrity of the child,” Lode Wigersma, a spokesman for the association, told Reuters on Friday.

“This is not an innocent procedure, we see complications in about 5 per cent of the cases, as well as some long-term and psychological implications,” he said.

Male circumcision involves the removal of all or part of the foreskin of the penis. It is a ritual

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Its never too early to start planning for Halloween especially when you have kids and its important to look around ahead of time to find the best deals. Whether youre planning on a spectacularly spooky party or a fun and simple night of trick-or-treating, the dollars can really add up if you dont shop around. Luckily, Smarter.com offers a great variety of childrens Halloween costumes from some of the top online stores, including Target, Kmart and NewEgg.com, in a variety of price ranges. To help you get started on your Halloween preparations, weve rounded up some classic kids costumes that your kids will surely love. And the best part? Read full article…