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Best known for his role on 'New Girl,' Johnson branches out to behind the camera
LOS ANGELES -- It's wild, it's wacky and it's Jake Johnson's first foray into directing. Welcome to "Self Reliance," a new film streaming on Hulu.
Johnson stars as Tommy, a guy who's sort of lost his way in life. He and his girlfriend of 23 (!!) years have split, he's living with his mom and he's going through the motions of life.
Along comes Andy Samberg in a limo (seriously), who offers him the chance of a lifetime.
"A guy gets an opportunity to go on a dark web show where they are hunting him and he has 30 days to live but they can't kill him if he's with people. So he decides he has to fill his 30 days with different people from his life while they're trying to kill him," Johnson told On The Red Carpet.
Maddy, played by Anna Kendrick, is another player in this crazy game who has nothing to lose. She and Tommy team up and sparks fly.
"For me, the real fun of this movie is the cast and how many people come out. We have Eduardo Franco and GaTa and all these different people who pop up in the movie and, you know, make it really exciting," Johnson explained.
This is Johnson's directorial debut and he wanted to make it memorable.
"I wanted a nice manic pace. I wanted laughs but also some action, a thriller. I tried to throw everything in because who knows if I'd ever direct again so I wanted to throw all the genres in one, but I'm really excited with how it turned out," Johnson revealed.
The manic pace of the movie is the exact opposite of what Johnson's character's life is like before he starts the game. He's lonely, down-on-his-luck and taking part in this experience is a way to right the ship of his life and get himself back on track.
The mental health aspect was intriguing to GaTa.
"Definitely felt that I had to do it, because it was talking about mental health in there a little bit and I'm a mental health advocate. You know, everything's up here so I definitely felt I needed to take a very big stab at it," GaTa said.
Johnson's co-stars sang his praises.
"I've been a fan of Jake's for so long. He's so funny and so talented and I just knew whatever he was doing, if he was directing it, it was going to be awesome," explained Natalie Morales.
Emily Hampshire, who plays one of Tommy's sisters, said Johnson made the experience a collaborative one. "He was so good, as a director. He was asking for our opinions on stuff and just so inclusive and, yeah. I'd do anything for him."
But would the cast ever take part in a reality show like this?
Morales said, "Yes, wouldn't you? For the story? You have to - the story's too weird not to do it!"
Mary Holland agreed. "I would do something like this. And I think I might actually do pretty well because I'm pretty clingy by nature! So I think I would manage to glom onto somebody and keep them with me for 30 days straight."
As for Johnson himself? "No, absolutely not! It would be an easy pass."
"Self Reliance" is streaming on Hulu now.
Disney is the parent company of Hulu and this ABC station. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
LONG BEACH, Calif. (KABC) -- A dog is going viral after bringing freeway traffic to a complete stop in Long Beach.
It happened a couple weeks ago, but video of the moment has been gaining traction on the internet ever since.
In the footage, you can see the California Highway Patrol in hot pursuit of the four-legged fugitive on the 91 Freeway late last month.
Several drivers even jumped in to help officers nab the German shepherd.
The dog was eventually captured and placed in the back of a cruiser. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Sources told ESPN that the Hawks, after signaling to a number of teams that they were ready to trade Millsap and fellow pending free agents Kyle Korver and Thabo Sefolosha, made it known Monday that they are pulling back after completing a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers for Korver.
The fact that Atlanta has managed to put together a season-high-tying winning streak of six games in the midst of all the recent trade speculation has likely contributed to the Hawks' sudden reluctance to talk trades. Yet it remains to be seen, with the NBA's annual trade deadline on Feb. 23 still 45 days away, whether the Hawks will hold firm with their new stance on Millsap or decide once again to reconsider their trade options.
The Vertical first reported Monday that Hawks general manager Wes Wilcox had begun informing interested teams that Millsap was no longer available.
ESPN first reported on Jan. 1 that the Hawks were inviting offers for the likes of Millsap, Korver and Sefolosha.
That same night, Millsap told ESPN in Dallas that he hoped he wouldn't be the next to go.
"It's tough, but being in the league for 11 years, there's going to be a lot of rumors," Millsap said. "Who's to say they're true or not? But whatever happens, you gotta just be prepared for it."
ESPN reported Friday that the Hawks were hopeful of securing at least one quality future first-round pick at the heart of any trade package they received for Millsap, but it's believed they were having difficulty finding that kind of return for the 31-year-old because of Millsap's looming free agency.
Earning $21.5 million in the second-to-last season of his current contract, Millsap is widely expected to opt out of that deal and become a free agent July 1, since he's likely to attract offers from teams in the $150 million range.
The Hawks also had serious Millsap trade discussions with both the Raptors and the Nuggets during the offseason, sources said, before making the same decision they've made now and pulling the three-time Eastern Conference All-Star selection off the market. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Boeing launched astronauts for the first time Wednesday, belatedly joining SpaceX as a second taxi service for NASA.
A pair of NASA test pilots blasted off aboard Boeing's Starliner capsule for the International Space Station, the first to fly the new spacecraft.
The trip by Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams was expected to take 25 hours, with an arrival Thursday. They will spend just over a week at the orbiting lab before climbing back into Starliner for a remote desert touchdown in the western U.S. on June 14.
Years late because of spacecraft flaws, Starliner's crew debut comes as the company struggles with unrelated safety issues on its airplane side.
Wilmore and Williams - retired Navy captains and former space station residents - stressed repeatedly before the launch that they had full confidence in Boeing's ability to get it right with this test flight. Crippled by bad software, Starliner's initial test flight in 2019 without a crew had to be repeated before NASA would let its astronauts strap in. The 2022 do-over went much better, but parachute problems later cropped up and flammable tape had to be removed from the capsule.
Wednesday's launch was the third attempt with astronauts since early May, coming after a pair of rocket-related problems, most recently last weekend. A small helium leak in the spacecraft's propulsion system also caused delays, but managers decided the leak was manageable and not a safety issue.
"I know it's been a long road to get here," NASA's commercial crew program manager Steve Stich said before the weekend delay.
Boeing was hired alongside Elon Musk's SpaceX a decade ago to ferry NASA's astronauts to and from the space station. The space agency wanted two competing U.S. companies for the job in the wake of the space shuttles' retirement, paying $4.2 billion to Boeing and just over half that to SpaceX, which refashioned the capsule it was using to deliver station supplies.
SpaceX launched astronauts into orbit in 2020, becoming the first private business to achieve what only three countries - Russia, the U.S. and China - had mastered. It has taken nine crews to the space station for NASA and three private groups for a Houston company that charters flights.
The liftoff from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station was the 100th of an Atlas V for rocket maker United Launch Alliance. It was the first ride for astronauts on an Atlas rocket since John Glenn's Mercury era more than 60 years ago; the rocket usually launches satellites and other spacecraft.
Despite the Atlas V's perfect record, the human presence cranked up the tension for the scores of NASA and Boeing employees gathered at Cape Canaveral and Mission Control in Houston.
Boeing's Starliner and SpaceX's Dragon are designed to be fully autonomous and reusable. Wilmore and Williams occasionally will take manual control of Starliner on their way to the space station, to check out its systems.
If the mission goes well, NASA will alternate between SpaceX and Boeing for taxi flights, beginning next year. The backup pilot for this test flight, Mike Fincke, will strap in for Starliner's next trip.
"When you have a new spacecraft, you need to learn all about it and this has been a great exercise," Fincke told reporters late last week. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
ABCya 3th leads the player into the world of Noob Escape: one level again. This famous game comes in a new version. You'll be ready to explore that special space you love. Noob is imprisoned. Help him escape from prison and defeat Cheater. The game has 100 different levels for players to crack. Do you love our special space? Get ready to perfect the world of online games without spending much time searching. We help players unlock missions with game tips.
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Astrology is a fascinating field that has been practiced for centuries, offering insights into various aspects of life. One of the key elements in astrological interpretation is the placement of planets in different houses. Each house represents a specific area of life, and the position of planets in these houses can greatly influence an individual’s life experiences and personality traits.
In this article, we will explore the significance of the placement of Shukra (Venus) and Shani (Saturn) in the 8th house. The 8th house is traditionally associated with transformative experiences, deep psychological exploration, inheritance, and the mysteries of life and death. It is also known as the house of hidden knowledge and secrets.
When Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and harmony, is placed in the 8th house, it brings a unique blend of energy. Venus in the 8th house signifies a person who may have a deep fascination with the mysteries of life and a desire to explore the deeper aspects of relationships and intimacy. These individuals may be drawn to subjects like psychology, occult sciences, and spirituality. They have a natural ability to understand the emotional needs of others and can be highly intuitive in matters of love and affection.
However, the placement of Venus in the 8th house can also bring challenges. These individuals may have a tendency to become possessive or jealous in relationships, as they fear losing the deep emotional connection they crave. They may also struggle with issues related to trust, intimacy, and sharing their vulnerabilities with others. It is important for them to learn to let go and trust in the process of transformation, as this can lead to greater emotional growth and fulfillment.
On the other hand, when Saturn, the planet of discipline, responsibility, and hard work, is placed in the 8th house, it adds a different dynamic to the individual’s life. Saturn in the 8th house signifies a person who is deeply serious and contemplative. These individuals may have a natural inclination towards understanding the deeper truths of life and may be drawn to philosophical or spiritual pursuits.
Saturn in the 8th house also suggests a person who takes their responsibilities seriously, especially in matters related to shared resources, inheritance, and joint finances. They may have a cautious and meticulous approach to financial matters, which can serve them well in the long run. These individuals may also possess a strong sense of self-discipline and may be able to withstand and overcome challenging circumstances.
However, the presence of Saturn in the 8th house can also bring some difficulties. These individuals may face obstacles and delays in matters related to inheritance or joint finances. They may also have a fear of loss or being taken advantage of, which can lead to a tendency to be overly cautious or even mistrustful in financial matters. It is important for them to learn to balance their need for control and security with the understanding that life is a constant process of transformation.
In conclusion, the placement of Shukra and Shani in the 8th house can have a significant impact on an individual’s life experiences and personality traits. Venus in the 8th house brings a fascination with the mysteries of life and a deep need for emotional connection, while Saturn in the 8th house signifies a serious and disciplined approach to understanding the deeper truths of life. Understanding these placements can provide valuable insights into an individual’s astrological profile, helping them navigate the complexities of life with greater self-awareness and understanding. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Zamfara State Police Command has confirmed that a group of armed men suspected to be bandits, wielding sophisticated weapons, attacked the Zurmi division at Nasarawa Area of Zurmi Local Government Area.
It said that the policemen on duty retaliated and repelled the attack after a serious gun duel in which many of the bandits were killed and some took to their heels with possible gunshot wounds.
In a statement issued by the Spokesman of the Command, ASP Yazeed Abubakar, he said the Divisional Crime Officer, DSP Shitu Musa paid the supreme prize as he died on the spot, while two other police officers suffered gunshot wounds.
“While the bandits were retreating, they burnt down some houses and shops in the same area.
“Therefore, the Commissioner of Police, Zamfara Command, MD Shehu Dalijan has deployed adequate manpower to the area while reassuring all people of the state that the command under his leadership will continue to do its best in protecting lives and properties,” he added. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
The Absinthe fairy was used on Absinthe label and posters. In the film Moulin Rouge Absinthe, the Green Fairy, was the favorite drink of artists and writers.
Absinthe Fairy Followers
Famous devotees of La Fee Verte, the Green Fairy, were Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Charles Baudelaire, Paul Gauguin, Oscar Wilde and Ernest Hemingway who created his own Absinthe cocktail “Death in the Afternoon” – a mix of Absinthe and champagne. Many pieces of art of the time feature Absinthe or Absinthe drinkers and writers and artists also said that Absinthe gave them their genius and their inspiration. The Belle Epoque period of history is famous as the hey day for Absinthe.
Absinthe, also famous as Absynthe, is a strong liquor manufatured from herbs and essential oils. Absinthe is prepared from the herb wormwood. Wormwood gives Absinthe its characteristic bitter taste whereas herbs such as aniseed, anise and fennel give the spirit it’s anise flavor.
Thujone, a chemical found in wormwood oil, was thought to be psychoactive and to give psychedelic effects, cause hallucinations and eventually insanity. In 1915 the loose morals of the drinkers in Montmartre gave prohibition campaigners ammunition to restrict Absinthe in France. Buying or selling Absinthe was outlawed. It was banned in many other countries also. The Green Fairy was not banned in Spain, Portugal, the UK and the Czech Republic.
Absinthe Fairy and Prohibition
During the prohibition period, distilleries, such as the Pernod Fils distillery, started producing Absinthe substitutes such as Pernod Pastis to market to the people who were missing the anise flavor of Absinthe. The another substitute of Absinthe was Ricard.
Bootleg absinthe was still distilled and sold in many countries which meant that the distilling of Absinthe has never been lost.
Although Absinthe was made legal in many countries in the 1990s but in Switzerland it was legalized in 2005. You can now buy Absinthe and Absinthe essence kits online along with Absinthiana such as glasses, spoons and fountains. Drinking Absinthe out of a special antique or replica glass with a proper spoon really adds to the Absinthe preparation ritual.
As per studies the thujone content in Absinthe is very less so it was not restricted in many countries. Absinthe was never designed to drink neat though having high alcohol content. An individual can feel the enjoyment of La Louche after mixing it with iced water.
You can order real wormwood Absinthe from many websites and essences to make your own bottled Absinthe are available from AbsintheKit.com. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have gained significant attention in the past few years due to their unique properties and potential for investment opportunities. NFTs are digital assets that represent ownership of a specific item or piece of content, such as art, music, or virtual real estate. Unlike cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, which are fungible and can be exchanged on a one-to-one basis, NFTs are unique and cannot be exchanged for an equivalent item.
With the rise of NFTs, investors are exploring the potential of adding these digital assets to their diversified investment portfolios. Diversification is a key strategy for reducing risk and maximizing returns in an investment portfolio. By including assets with low correlation to traditional investments, such as stocks and bonds, investors can protect their portfolios from market fluctuations and potentially increase overall returns.
NFTs have the potential to provide diversification benefits to investment portfolios due to their unique characteristics and relatively uncorrelated returns compared to traditional assets. As a new asset class, NFTs offer opportunities for investors to access markets that were previously inaccessible or limited to a select group of individuals. This can help investors diversify their portfolios and potentially achieve higher returns over the long term.
One of the key advantages of adding NFTs to a diversified investment portfolio is the potential for capital appreciation. NFTs have the ability to capture value from the digital economy, where creativity and innovation are driving new markets and revenue streams. As the demand for digital content and virtual experiences continues to grow, the value of NFTs is expected to increase, providing investors with opportunities for capital gains.
In addition to capital appreciation, NFTs can also provide investors with income-generating opportunities. Some NFTs, such as digital art or collectibles, can generate revenue through licensing agreements, royalties, or resale opportunities. By investing in NFTs that have the potential to generate income, investors can diversify their sources of returns and reduce reliance on traditional asset classes for income.
However, it is important for investors to consider the risks associated with investing in NFTs. As a relatively new and emerging asset class, NFTs are subject to market volatility, regulatory uncertainties, and technological risks. The value of NFTs can fluctuate significantly based on market demand, supply dynamics, and investor sentiment, making them a high-risk investment compared to traditional assets.
To effectively incorporate NFTs into a diversified investment portfolio, investors should carefully assess their risk tolerance, investment goals, and time horizon. Diversification is not a one-size-fits-all strategy, and each investor’s portfolio should be tailored to their individual needs and preferences. By conducting thorough research, Voltprofit Max due diligence, and risk analysis, investors can make informed decisions about adding NFTs to their investment portfolios.
In conclusion, NFTs have the potential to play a valuable role in diversified investment portfolios by providing diversification benefits, capital appreciation opportunities, and potential income generation. As a new and unique asset class, NFTs offer investors access to untapped markets and revenue streams that can enhance portfolio returns over the long term. However, it is important for investors to carefully consider the risks associated with investing in NFTs and to create a well-balanced and diversified portfolio that aligns with their investment objectives. By incorporating NFTs into a diversified investment strategy, investors can potentially enhance their overall portfolio performance and capture the benefits of this emerging asset class. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Can you help me understand this Computer Science question?
The assignment sheet and files needed are attached.
I would like to get an explanation of what we’re doing, because we’re demonstrating it in class.
it will be checked on Moss so please no plagiarism.
Nice written C++ code following the instructions and nothing more, we’re not professional,
so our code shouldn’t look like we are.
(student level coding to do everything that is asked in the .docx file, with comments + explanations to help us demonstrate the code in class)
take your time to make it look nice, student level C++ coding, follow every grading criteria.
(notes on what to say/do on our in class demo/presentation would be greatly appreciated) | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
As lots of people would certainly you can constantly begin your look for an electrical contractor by asking household, neighbors and buddies that you have – how did they discover an electrical contractor? Do they understand somebody? They might also have a telecontact number that you could phone telephone call. Nevertheless, the issue with is that you might really feel obliged to choose their guidance and if you do not they may marvel why.
Likewise you might simply not really feel comfy asking a neighbour. Likewise they are not likely to have the ability to provide you a good option or variety of opportunities. They might have electric services however are they the ones you desire? having actually neighbors and buddies that can recommend can be fantastic however if they end up to do a bad task for you after that it can make points a bit uncomfortable with your neighbors.
You can search in Yellow Web pages – there are typically great deals of advertisements there for you to take a look at. Ensure they listing the type of work you desire doing or else you can squander a great deal of money and time calls and emailing. There are likewise various other regional company directory sites that you could utilize.
Your Regional Papers are most likely to have some adverts published by regional electricians in the ‘classifieds’ area. The just problem with this is that you cannot quickly inspect their qualifications before welcoming them about for your house and when they exist they can quickly convince you that they are the individual you desire – without you being completely certain.
Appearance For Reputable Evaluate Resources – There are a variety of reputable evaluate and score resources which will help you discover electric services in your location. Paid evaluate websites are typically great since they have their income most likely to personnel and have the innovation offered to truly check the evaluate procedure correctly to ensure that it’s precise and prevents dishonest and biased postings.
Do Some On-line Browsing – Ensure that you research study ways to discover electric services in your location initially previously you phone telephone call somebody to find and do the work. Certainly, we suggest those that take the inconvenience from browsing and calls about and you where you can inspect their reliability rapidly and quickly. You simply message a summary of your work and they react. There are a variety of excellent website that you could obtain some great evaluates from. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Access to clean drinking water is crucial for maintaining health. The issue with drinking tap water is that it contains dangerous chemicals and inorganic substances, which, when consumed in excess, can result in high blood pressure and kidney issues.
You require a method to remove toxins from your drinking water due to environmental contamination and the depletion of natural resources. The capacity of RO water purification to remove pollutants from the water is the primary factor in its high level of demand.
It can remove 97 per cent of bacteria, viruses, and other things that might seriously harm your health. An RO purifier may also eliminate microparticles that are 10 microns and smaller. It distinguishes itself from comparable products because of this.
Why Is RO Water Purifier Maintenance Crucial?
Servicing and maintaining your water purifier are the primary and most crucial step in guaranteeing longevity and excellent health. The entire family will benefit from the water purifier’s fantastic performance and perfect health for many years.
Designed to last a lifetime, RO water purifiers. To ensure that RO water purifiers operate as intended, call RO service near me in Surat. As water purifier filters remove various impurities, they can quickly become clogged. Improper maintenance and upkeep compromise the product’s functionality and durability.
This is the reason why a water purifier needs expert help when cleaning all of its filters. A high-quality RO water purifier can last up to 5 to 8 years with proper upkeep and care.
1. Advantages of Water Purification
You enjoy drinking clean water a lot and do your body well. One of the most crucial things you can do to maintain excellent health is to drink clean water. Around the world, it is challenging to find clean, nutrient-rich water, but there is one thing that guarantees you access to water that is 100 per cent pure.
Your body needs water to be hydrated and to flush toxins from your system. People who participate in regular activities should consume 2-4 litres of pure water daily.
2. A Continuous Flow of Clear Water
Have your water purifier serviced by a qualified service engineer at the scheduled time if you care about it. Choose a knowledgeable water purifier service company close to you to finish your water purifier service to maintain a steady supply of clean, contaminant-free water. Additionally, it guarantees that the water is safe to drink regardless of its source.
3. Decrease Your Use of Electricity
Regular maintenance and repair can help you save most of the energy used during water purification. The cleaner starts to lose efficiency after prolonged use, occasionally due to increased water contamination.
Any stress put on the filter could result in a rise in energy usage. Frequent RO water purifier maintenance makes it possible to thoroughly clean the filters, which reduces the amount of electricity required to purify contaminated water.
4. Least Amount of Water Wasted
Routine RO water purifier servicing can reduce water loss during the purification process. The inner components must endure the least stress to reject the water. Water is thus wasted in the smallest possible amount. By doing this, you may conserve water and ensure it is pure and safe for consumption by future generations.
5. To Protect the Filter
By offering fixed services, you can increase the filter’s lifespan on a water purifier. A professional who services water purifiers would typically change the filter correctly and open all the pores to allow free passage of water molecules. If the water filter is clogged, allowing water molecules to lose their effectiveness quickly and gradually isn’t easy.
6. Protect Yourself from Aquatic Infections
A fully functional water filter removes all disease-causing pollutants from the water supply. Make sure you’re drinking clean, healthy water anytime you need it since waterborne diseases claim the lives of millions of people each year throughout the world.
As a result of repeated interactions with the water pollutant, the water purifier filters grow dirty and clogged, lowering the quality of the filtered water. Therefore, you are advised to have your water purifier serviced every four to six months.
If you do not properly maintain your water purifier, it may begin to deteriorate, requiring replacement or requiring you to spend a sizable percentage of your income on maintenance. Call a water purifier service in Surat to help you maintain it in good operating order to prevent this calamity. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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(writing a day late)
Yesterday I did not have computer access, so I'm writing two entries today.
To be honest, yesterday and today absolutely seem like the same day.
We've been in the car now for a total of 28 hours.
Yesterday we drove from Downingtown, PA to Columbus, OH. The day before we drove from our home in Maryland to Downingtown, PA. We got a little lost on the way, so it took five hours instead of 3.5 hours. We also ended up paying a $5 toll that we weren't expected to go over a bridge we also weren't expecting.
In Downingtown we ended up having to go from rental van place (signing our names on the dotted line so we could drive the white Dodge Caravan that has been our home during the day for two days now) and also to the body shop for a little accident Michael's mom had a few days before our arrival.
We ended up getting off later than expected en route to Columbus, but we made in anyway, safe and sound after few mishaps.
Oh - and I forgot to mention that our children did not go to sleep that first night in Downingtown until 2 AM. Okay - Jonah went to bed around 1. Maeryn - no dice - no sleeping til 2 or 2:30. Michael finally ended up driving her around in the car, and she crashed in minutes.
Columbus was no different.
We stayed there so we could visit Michael's great grandmother on his father's side. It was fun to see her and Michael's cousin, Linda. We got take out from Bob Evans for a super late dinner (we fed the kids at Sheetz before hand - so they just scarfed steamed broccoli from Bob Evans for a snack) and then stayed in really lovely guest rooms at the retirement home where Great Grandma B lives.
I gave the kids a duel shower, which was an adventure to say the least, and then made myself a cup of decaf tea and tried to chill with the littles while Michael grabbed the luggage - then we tried for some bedtime action.
Maeryn wasn't going to sleep again. Jonah crashed immediately - put himself to bed, looked at a book for awhile, then slept peacefully and soundly til morning.
Maeryn stayed up til about 11, then we went for a drive. No playing around this time. Sleep is good.
She slept like a rock for the rest of the night in a make-shift bed on the floor. Jonah slept in a roll away. Michael and I slept on the floor also because my back and neck were killing me from all the driving. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Hotel Astor, Miami
Every Year in December Miami becomes the world’s cultural hotspot. AENEA presented its latest collections at the wonderful
Hotel Astor, an original art deco boutique hotel in the heart of South Beach – the perfect setting for eclectic jewellery creations.
Leading galleries and boutique hotels around the world host AENEA‘s Travelling Atelier, a travelling venue where jewellery lovers and cognoscenti can collect works by AENEA.
A lot of people from many countries joined us for a glass of champagne at our exhibition of the finest jewellery from our latest collections, exclusively presented during ART BASEL Miami 2014 at Hotel Astor.www.hotelastor.com | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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How U.S. Media Generates Negative Views with Obama’s Travels to Africa
July 25, 2015In Case You Missed It: 6/20/15 – 6/27/15
July 27, 2015As couples across America rushed to get married, African leaders carried about their days without comment on how this ruling might impact legislation within their own countries.
Across a continent where two countries enforce the death penalty for homosexual activity (Sudan and Mauritania), an expansion of homosexual rights still seems far off.
However, times are changing.
Even Uganda, whose boastful anti-gay laws led a cross-continent movement to penalize homosexuality, struck down their anti-gay laws last August based on the fact that the original law was passed without a quorum.
Whether Uganda feels the pressure placed upon it by international governments to continue the legalization of homosexuality, or whether it chooses to placate its conservative population and re-institute the ban on homosexuality remains to be seen.
We do know, however, that the landscape is changing. In 2014, Mozambique and Lesotho repealed their anti-gay laws bringing the total number of African countries where homosexuality is legal up to 20, or almost 40%.
Additionally, the Seychelles and Malawi have suspended arrests for violators of their anti-gay laws with promises to repeal the legislation. Now that the United States recognizes same-sex marriage as a right, it will be interesting to see which African countries follow suit. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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We are starting a major voter registration drive with the goal of registering a record number of students to vote in time for the upcoming November election. We have already hired a couple of dozen of student interns to assist in this effort at each campus.
You can help by clicking here and requesting class sets of voter registration cards and/or AFT student intern visits to your classroom to ensure we register all of our students to vote. The class presentations will be completely non-partisan, our student interns have been trained not to advocate the support or defeat of any ballot measure or candidate.
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Jamie & Karl’s Kinnitty Castle Wedding
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Are you are looking for a beautiful fairytale wedding in a medieval castle full of character and history. You should look no further than Kinnitty Castle in Co. Offaly.
The marriage of Jamie and Karl was a coming together of Ireland (Karl) and Canada (Jamie). It was an absolute belter of a day.
Jamie and Karl are an adventurous couple and it was in New Zealand that Karl proposed. You can tell by being around Jamie and Karl that they are real soul mates. I’m so happy that they got the Kinnitty Castle wedding they both deserved.
Kinnitty Castle Wedding Photography
As a wedding photographer, I do love an outdoor ceremony. Jamie and Karl chose to have theirs in the courtyard of the castle itself. The weather really played its part. The ceremony was relaxed but full of emotion and happiness. The brilliant Graham Barrett was celebrant doing what he does best.
After the ceremony Jamie and Karl took a stroll in the stunning woodland that surrounds Kinnitty and we took some photos amongst the forest bluebells.
One of the stand out moments for me was Jamie’s epic bouquet toss, which although was competitive at first, ended with one of the most impressive catches ever displayed by a bridesmaid!
The night was kicked off with some dance floor mayhem that went late on into the night thanks to the very talented wedding band All Talk.
Jamie and Karl, have an amazing life together and thank you for letting me hang out with you for the day.
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Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH), officially known as Abu Dhabi International Airport, is a major aviation hub in the United Arab Emirates, serving as the home base for Etihad Airways and a gateway to the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi and beyond. This article will delve into everything you need to know about AUH, from its history and facilities to future developments.
A Brief History of AUH
Abu Dhabi Airport first opened its doors in 1969, replacing a smaller airfield. Since then, it has undergone continuous expansion and modernization to accommodate the growing number of passengers. From a modest beginning, AUH has transformed into a world-class airport, reflecting the UAE’s rapid development and global ambitions. The airport has witnessed significant milestones, including the opening of Terminal 3 in 2008 and the Midfield Terminal building, a major infrastructure project still under development.
Exploring the Terminals
AUH currently operates three main passenger terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. Each terminal offers a range of amenities and services to ensure a comfortable and seamless travel experience. From duty-free shops and restaurants to lounges and prayer rooms, AUH caters to the diverse needs of its international passengers. Terminal 1 handles primarily Etihad Airways flights, while Terminals 2 and 3 cater to other airlines. Navigation within the terminals is straightforward, thanks to clear signage and helpful airport staff.
What Airlines Fly to Abu Dhabi Airport?
Abu Dhabi Airport serves as a hub for Etihad Airways, connecting Abu Dhabi to destinations worldwide. In addition to Etihad, numerous other international airlines operate flights to and from AUH, offering travelers a wide range of options. These include major carriers from Europe, Asia, North America, and other regions. Whether you’re traveling for business or leisure, you’ll likely find a convenient and affordable flight option through AUH.
Getting to and from AUH
Reaching Abu Dhabi Airport is easy thanks to its convenient location and multiple transportation options. Taxis are readily available, offering a comfortable and direct transfer to the city center. Public buses provide a more economical alternative, with regular services connecting the airport to various locations in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, car rental services are available for those who prefer to explore the region at their own pace.
What about Parking at AUH?
Abu Dhabi Airport offers ample parking facilities to cater to the needs of both short-term and long-term parkers. Several parking options are available, ranging from premium parking close to the terminals to more budget-friendly options further away. The parking areas are well-lit, secure, and easily accessible.
Future of Abu Dhabi Airport
Abu Dhabi Airport is constantly evolving to meet the increasing demands of air travel. The Midfield Terminal Building, a state-of-the-art facility currently under development, will significantly enhance the airport’s capacity and passenger experience. This ambitious project is designed to accommodate millions of additional passengers annually and further solidify AUH’s position as a leading global aviation hub.
Abu Dhabi Airport stands as a testament to the UAE’s commitment to innovation and excellence in aviation. From its humble beginnings to its current status as a world-class airport, AUH continues to evolve, providing travelers with a seamless and unforgettable experience. With its strategic location, modern facilities, and ambitious expansion plans, Abu Dhabi Airport is poised to remain a key player in the global aviation landscape.
- What is the airport code for Abu Dhabi International Airport? (AUH)
- How many terminals does Abu Dhabi Airport have? (Three main passenger terminals)
- What is the primary airline operating at AUH? (Etihad Airways)
- What transportation options are available to and from the airport? (Taxis, buses, car rentals)
- Is there parking available at the airport? (Yes, various short-term and long-term parking options are available)
- What is the Midfield Terminal Building? (A new terminal under construction that will significantly expand the airport’s capacity)
- How can I find more information about Abu Dhabi Airport? (Visit the official website or contact customer service.)
Common Scenarios and Questions:
- Delayed Flight: Check the airport’s website or flight information displays for updates and contact your airline directly.
- Lost Luggage: Report lost luggage to your airline’s baggage claim office located within the arrival area.
- Connecting Flights: Follow the airport signs to your connecting gate, allowing sufficient time for transit.
Explore more about traveling through AUH with our guide on [link to another article about packing tips], and discover the best places to visit in Abu Dhabi with our [link to an article about Abu Dhabi attractions].
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Shikara boats in alleppey
Alleppey, the most famous tourist attraction in Kerala is hit by a huge number of people every year. With its natural charm and elegance, this place always stood out in attracting people. Alleppey is well known for its backwaters, a ride through these backwaters will be an unforgettable experience for everyone. The best ways to explore the backwaters are either booking a houseboat or hiring a Shikara boat ride in Alleppey.
Shikaras were adopted from Jammu and Kashmir, where these boats are available in different sizes and are used to serve different purposes. The normal Shikara boats in Alleppey are around 25-41 ft in length and 1.5 ft of height.
In Kerala, shikara boat rides are of great tourist attraction as it is an alternate means of travel through the backwaters. Here shikara boats are of smaller size with roofs and sides being carved with bamboo sheets that depict the Kerala style of handicraft works. There are seating arrangements over the shikkara boat to sit back and enjoy the waters. An average Shikara boat ride in Alleppey can carry around 4-20 people at a time.
Shikaras boats in Alleppey are best suited for movement along the small rivers and narrow canals which are the best part of backwaters. By hiring a shikara boat ride in Alleppey you can closely watch the backwater village lifestyles and can cover the most beautiful villages of Alleppey, like the Kainakary village, part of Kuttanad.
One can spend around 3-5 hours in shikara boats in Alleppey exploring the alluring backwaters and the shikara boat charges are based on the time you have spent in a shikara. Usually, shikaras are opted by people who have time constraints, by those looking for a low budget trip.
The shikara boat ride rates are very much affordable by people. The shikara boat ride prices start from Rs.600 per hour onwards.
Another best way to experience the backwaters is by traveling through the backwaters in a well-facilitated alleppey houseboat. The interiors of these alleppey boathouse are made rich in culture and heritage. You can have all the luxury and comfort that is equal to feel like a home. They are well organized with all essential facilities that include bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, kitchen, and balcony. Kerala Houseboats are also having TV and internet connections within it. Also, AC and refrigerator facilities are available on these boats. The houseboat rates can vary depending on the requirements.
Comparison between Houseboat and Shikara:
- They are enclosed structures with rooms and open spaces around
- Houseboats are available with a large capacity, can hold up to 150 people at a time
- One can spend a full day enjoying the backwaters in a houseboat
- Well equipped with all essentials
- They cannot be taken through narrow spaces
- These are more expensive than other means
- These are an open type of boat with a roof and seating arrangements
- The seating capacity is limited to 4- 20 people at a time
- One will get only spend around 3-5 hours enjoying the backwaters
- Better suited for a ride through small rivers and narrow canals
- Opted by people who are running short of time and by those planning for a budget trip as shikara boat ride costs are low
Always go for a houseboat journey as they are occupied with all the necessary amenities and the slow movement of these boats through the serene Alleppey backwaters can give you a soothing feel.
If you want to feel the backwaters the best option recommended is to go around, book a houseboat in advance, pick the best houseboat package, and spend some quality time within the boat and backwaters. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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In an interview with CNN set to air March 28, former Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Robert Redfield said he believes the COVID-19 pandemic originated from a laboratory in Wuhan, China and likely started spreading sometime between September and October 2019.
In a teaser clip released Friday ahead of the documentary’s airing, Redfield told CNN medical correspondent Sanjay Gupta, “If I had to guess, this virus started transmitting somewhere in September or October in Wuhan.”
“I’m of the point of view that I still think the most likely etiology of this pathology in Wuhan was from a laboratory — escaped,” Redfield added. “Other people don’t believe that. That’s fine. Science will eventually figure it out.”
Redfield’s assessment comes just weeks after his role as CDC director ended. He served in the position from March 2018 to Jan. 20, 2021, the day President Joe Biden took office. No longer serving as a government official, Redfield said he is now free to share his opinion on the outbreak. He said his assessment that the virus began spreading in September or October 2019 “is my own view, it’s only an opinion,” adding “I’m allowed to have opinions now.”
Redfield’s comments to CNN are the first time he has appeared to publicly endorse the Wuhan laboratory outbreak theory as a point of origin for COVID-19.
“It’s not unusual for respiratory pathogens that are being worked on in a laboratory to infect the laboratory worker,” Redfield said.
“That’s not implying any intentionality. It’s my opinion, right?,” Redfield continued. “But I am a virologist. I have spent my life in virology. I do not believe this somehow came from a bat to a human and at that moment in time, that the virus came to the human, became one of the most infectious viruses that we know in humanity for human-to-human transmission.”
Redfield said that normally when viruses transmit from one species to another “it takes a while for [a virus] to figure out how to become more and more efficient in human-to-human transmission” and said he doesn’t think the theory that the virus transmitted highly efficiently from a bat host to a humans makes biological sense. Redfield said in a lab setting, virologists would have been able to alter a virus’s transmissibility and make it transmit “better and better so we can do experiments and figure out about it.”
Throughout 2020, President Donald Trump and other members of his administration also raised the possibility that COVID-19 escaped from a Wuhan laboratory. In January, then-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and the U.S. State Department issued a fact sheet showing links between COVID-19 and the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV). Among the fact sheet’s claims were that the WIV had conducted experiments on bat coronaviruses including a strain with a 96.2% genetic similarity to SARS-CoV-2, another medical designation for COVID-19.
In February, the World Health Organization (WHO) called the Wuhan laboratory outbreak theory “extremely unlikely.” That assessment drew criticism from Pompeo, who questioned whether the WHO was really able to investigate the WIV or if it was instead bowing to political pressure from China. Just days after his criticism, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said all hypotheses about the origin of the virus remain open.
Redfield’s suggestion that the virus began spreading in September or October pushes the timeline forward for when the outbreak began. The WHO’s official COVID-19 timeline recorded the first public disclosures about the virus outbreak in late December 2019. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
From the Desk of the Human Rights & Social Justice Advisor
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of National Service
January 17, 2022
“The Tranquilizing Drug of Gradualism”
Summer came, and the weather was beautiful. But the climate, the social climate of American life, erupted into lightning flashes, trembled with thunder, and vibrated to the relentless, growing rain of protest coming to life through the land. Explosively, America’s third revolution – the Negro Revolution – had begun. (King, 1964)
What a telling example of how African American life in America is different yet so much the same. The same words that the Rev Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. used to describe the racial climate in America in 1963 could be applied 57 years later to the public demands for change that were reignited in 2020 with George Floyd’s brutal murder! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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On The Farm: Volume 1
This NEW colouring book features 20 hand drawn designs by Amy Stewart, including tractors, sheep, pigs and much, much more!
Colouring books are size A4 with doubled sided pages. Colouring pencils are recommended, not felt tip pens.
Colouring books come sealed in a clear sealed bag to protect from any damage during transit.
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oh what a lovely gift!!!your illustrations are beautiful!
A beautiful purse and a more beautiful drawing of it! wow, just great.
Another one! I envy them!
I'm not going to comment on this post as you're probably sick of me already ... how many ways are there to say how much I love all your drawings? So please ignore this while I go take a second and third look and then grab a thesaurus to look up brilliant, gorgeous, etc ...
Ha! yet another purse!
Thanks guys for your lovely coments.I'll get them out of my system soon!
Oh what fun you must have had drawing that chain! Precious. Gosh, you're good.
You have that rare gift of making beauty from the everyday.
Andrea- What combination of color pencils did you use on this wallet. It is so vivid! I think there is normally only one gold pencil in the box....but it seems though you have several shades. Or are they browns and yellows? Please tell.
Thank you!I'm not really very fond of this one. I like the chain and France, you're right I enjoyed drawing that. I think it looks a lot better close up.Suzanne, here goes this is what I used (in order...ish); yellow and orange ballpoint, sanguine Pitt pen, gold and bronze metallic gel pens, brown Pitt pen, gold and bronze pencils! Ha! I see it as some kind of learning process, I'm always pushing these tools to see what results I can get out of them. Sometimes surprising, sometimes disappointing - but I guess always worthwhile.Cheers guys!
I really like this one - it just glows!
I can't believe you do these with simple pens. It just glows!
Oooh, I love this one. You captured the color gold perfectly! What a great sketch.
Thanks for your lovely comments. It makes my day!
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This drawing has taken my obsessiveness to new levels. I'm not sure whether you get that from the photos but, really, it really has.
I found this old book on Ebay and I just had to have it. I expected everybody in the world to bid for it, and I would have paid over the odds. However, my predictions were wrong and I ended up getting it for just £4.
I, religiously, meticulously, tried to recreate every crease, stain and colour on the white blank page before me. All the lettering too. I think I managed it more or less. I did make a couple of little additions of my own, though. I'll let you work out what they were. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Have you been to the theatre lately? Be honest now. Probably a long time ago. Alright, how many movies have you watched in the last few months or so? Yeah, probably a lot more, but it is not your fault. It is easier to watch a movie which was digitally enhanced, retouched, and virtually improved to our best liking. Even the actors have a chance to retake scenes which is not adequately done. All in all, an extremely engaging experience, or is it?
Theatre acts on the other hand, you have actors who have to not just be the character, but to become the character itself. It is much harder to convey the emotions and inner turmoil of the character on scene, without retakes. A single change in the text, in the way they act and the play is already different. Sometimes actors even need to improvise, and most of the times it turns out great.
Consider the fact that actors have to learn not only the script, but everything connected to the scenes. With movies it is easier because you can take breaks, but when it is live, well, as they say: ‘Show must go on.’
Neither movie nor theatre actors have it easy, however, movie stars might look like they have a high roller life, certainly, their pay checks for even a minor role can be more than what most of us earn in ten years. Now, not everything is about money, of course, but if we look at prestige, theatre actors take the cake, hands down. They might be underappreciated but their performances can be astonishingly marvellous, and in all honesty, better than any movie. If you can convince a whole theatre that you are the most just king in the land, sir, I bow down before you.
No matter what you choose to watch, remember that actors are hard at work to convince us that the story is real. But, never forget that skills required making you feel part of the story or to have that magic come alive comes from how the actors perform, if they are bad, the story is bad, and that is it then. No retakes, no movie magic, nothing that will enhance or make the mistakes go away. Now, consider the fact that people like to watch movies more than they like to see plays. Why is that?
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Minnesota Court Orders Chemo for 13-Year-Old Boy
For Immediate Release: May 15, 2009
Contact: Gretchen DuBeau, 202.267.1986
A Minnesota judge has ruled that Daniel Hauser, a 13-year-old boy from Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, must receive medical treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma over his parents’ objections. The Hausers live on a dairy farm and subscribe to natural medicines and alternative treatments for illnesses. Daniel received one round of chemotherapy after strong recommendations from the medical community. That one round of chemotherapy resulted in an extended stay in the hospital and from that point on, only natural treatments have been administered.
The American Association for Health Freedom (AAHF) has long advocated for the right of consumers to choose which modality of treatment works best for them—that such choices not a government matter. As AAHF Executive Director Gretchen DuBeau commented, “I am shocked at the court’s ruling. For the court to intervene and disregard the parents’ right to parent and dismiss the child’s wishes is a travesty. Our Constitution affords certain rights, and the court has completely trampled on them!”
A parent’s right to make healthcare decisions in what they believe are the best interests of their child should be protected. Unfortunately, Daniel Hauser’s case exemplifies the need to protect the rights of individuals, including parents acting on behalf of a minor child, to choose the modality of treatment that fits their needs.
DuBeau continued, “As a parent, I am very disturbed by today’s ruling. The inherent right of an individual to care for his or her own body, and of a parent to care for his or her own child, should not be capriciously dismissed. It is still unclear as to what exactly ‘the compelling state interest’ is that the court used to justify this ruling.”
The Hauser family has until May 19, 2009, to have a chest x-ray and see an oncologist. The Hausers conducted extensive research into various treatments prior to their decision to seek a natural, non-toxic approach to treat Daniel’s cancer.
“The Hausers should be commended for walking the walk—caring for their son in a manner they believe is in his best interest and is in alignment with their religious beliefs,” DuBeau concluded. “AAHF believes individuals have the right to choose whichever treatment modality the individual deems is beneficial for them—without government interference.”
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Apache Camel uses URIs so that it can easily work directly with any kind of transport or messaging model such as HTTP, ActiveMQ, JMS, JBI, SCA, MINA or CXF together with working with pluggable Data Format options. Apache Camel is a small library which has minimal dependencies for easy embedding in any Java application. Apache Camel lets you work with the same API regardless which kind of transport used, so learn the API once and you will be able to interact with all the Components that is provided out-of-the-box.
Apache Camel has powerful Bean Binding and integrated seamless with popular frameworks such as Spring, Blueprint and Guice.
Apache Camel has extensive testing support allowing you to easily unit test your routes.
Apache Camel can be used as a routing and mediation engine for the following projects:
To help you get started, try the following links:
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Courageous Counseling Colorado
Helping Families to Heal, Grow, and Thrive
Courageous Counseling Colorado, PLLC offers individual and family play therapy, solution-focused, and strength-based therapies to children, adolescents, adults, and families across Colorado. They provide Telehealth and in-person sessions in Westminster and Olde Town Arvada.
Their strength-based therapy focuses on your internal resources, while play therapy helps children and teens cope with emotions and transitions. Their therapists specialize in grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, emotional regulation, and more. They collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for your family.
Modalities They Use in Therapy
Child-Centered Play Therapy
A therapy that uses play and the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and your child to provide a safe, dependable therapeutic environment.
A type of therapy that involves multiple members of the family in order to nurture change and development within the family as a whole.
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
It is a model used by the therapist to help teach you and your children constructive ways of dealing with a crisis or emergency.
Companioning and Grief Therapy
A type of grief therapy that focuses on accompanying you through a death loss or coping with a loved one’s terminal illness.
They utilize art interventions in a therapeutic way from a play-based perspective.
Mostly nonverbal form of therapy where the therapist aids your child in expressing themself through symbol and metaphor using miniature objects and the familiar medium of sand.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
An evidenced-based treatment used by our therapists for children, teens, and their caregivers who have experienced trauma. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Title III SSA Quarter 1 Meeting
This meeting is designed to determine the SSA’s goals and expenditureobjectives for the coming year; Provide updated ESSA information to Title III, Part A; Provide instructional practices that leverage the linguistic capital for emergent bilingual students; Provide family meeting resources specific to the Title III Grant program to make parents and families aware of the benefits of the ESL/Bilingual program.
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Revving Up for Review: Grade 5 Science STAAR 2025!
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Do you need a game plan for reviewing Grade 5 science? In this workshop, we will look at what we know about STAAR and how to best prepare students for the upcoming state test. Activities in this workshop will focus on the big ideas from each Reporting Category while addressing higher-order thinking skills. Participants will collaborate to build power-packed reviews targeted to meet the needs of their classrooms.
Instructional Strategies Science STAAR K-8
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Clime NOAA MOD (Premium Unlocked)
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live is an all-in-one weather tracker right on your device. Consider Clime your one-stop weather radar app. Keep current with important weather changes using real-time radar images, precipitation and temperature forecasts, customizable weather alerts, accurate weather maps, and more. Concerned about Hurricane Season? Stay ahead of it with the Hurricane Tracker.
About Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live is a weather app that offers users real-time weather updates, radar imagery, and accurate forecasts. Catering to individuals who want up-to-date information about weather conditions, the app provides a user-friendly interface to help users stay informed and make informed decisions based on weather forecasts.
Real-Time Weather Updates
Clime provides users with real-time weather updates, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, and more, ensuring users are always aware of the current conditions.
NOAA Radar Imagery
The app often integrates with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) radar, offering users access to live radar imagery. This allows users to track weather patterns, rain, snow, and storms in real time.
Animated Weather Radar
Clime may feature animated radar maps that display movement and intensity of weather systems, enabling users to predict how weather patterns will evolve over time.
Hourly and Daily Forecasts
The app typically provides hourly and daily weather forecasts, giving users insight into how weather conditions will change throughout the day and week.
Severe Weather Alerts
Clime often includes alerts for severe weather conditions, such as thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, and more. Users receive notifications to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
The app may offer various weather maps, including temperature maps, precipitation maps, wind maps, and more, providing users with a comprehensive view of weather patterns.
Clime uses users’ location data to provide accurate and localized weather forecasts, ensuring that users receive information relevant to their current location.
Some versions of the app include weather widgets that can be placed on the device’s home screen, allowing users to quickly access weather information without opening the app.
Sunrise and Sunset Times
Clime often provides information about sunrise and sunset times, allowing users to plan their day around daylight hours.
The app’s interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, making it easy for users to navigate through weather information and forecasts.
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live aims to provide users with accurate and timely weather information in a user-friendly format. The app’s real-time updates, radar imagery, and comprehensive forecasts contribute to a positive user experience.
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live offers a valuable tool for users who want to stay informed about weather conditions in their area. With its real-time radar imagery, forecasts, and alerts, the app empowers users to make informed decisions and stay prepared for various weather scenarios. Whether you’re planning a day out or need to stay updated on severe weather events, Clime provides a reliable source of weather information right at your fingertips.
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Wasn't trying to ask a "smart ass" question :) The reason I asked about the paper was that I could not remember the levels off hand, just new that they were higher. They went over 50 mg/L in their rafts. Here is the paper for those that are interested.
Sylvia Bernstein said:Hi Kobus. I haven't read UVI's literature, I"m chagrined to say, and far be it from me to question such esteemed work so I'm sure they are right. I'm reporting what I've learned through my own system, and going for the notion of balance. While the system may be able to survive very high levels of nitritate I wonder if it is best for the long term balance of the system - feels out of whack to me. Like I said, I've always run at about 5 - 10 ppm with my 12" media beds and everything grows like gangbusters. If it goes below 5 I figure I need to add more fish. But this is certainly less scientific than UVI...but also a different growing method with more bio-filter...
Nice reference Kobus, thank you. In your combined system, what readings do you shoot for (and what do you get)?
Sylvia, I was basing my estimation of nitrate levels on what Murray Hallam had mentioned regarding when it's time to add an additional bed. I believe he said that if nitrate readings are consistently over 300 ppm another bed is needed. I made what seemed to me to be a simple logic leap, and assumed his regular numbers were somewhere approaching that level (silly to make any assumption, I'm chastising myself as I write this) . I may have spoken too soon regarding stocking levels as well, your breakdown of stocking density is more detailed than my quick estimate, and is most likely far more accurate.
I didn't really comment on it before (and because you have tilapia which are pretty bomb proof it is probably no worries anyway) but I don't like to see measurable ammonia or nitrites in my systems. I grow catfish which are more sensitive to water quality though. If ammonia or nitrites get up to .25 ppm I start looking to see what might be wrong with my set up since seeing ammonia or nitrites usually means a build up of something or that the bio-filters are overloaded.
Since you say that you just changed things around and that you just added a grow bed, then I might guess that to be the cause of the ammonia and nitrite readings but if they don't go away, all the more reason to eat some fish soon. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Re:ERUA played a pivotal role at the ERUA Summit 2024, hosted by Mykolas Romeris University in Vilnius from June 25 to 27. The Re:ERUA teams organized a series of impactful events, seamlessly integrating their outcomes and milestones into the broader ERUA discussions, and actively participated in the conference on “Social Innovation for a Transformative Society.”
The following discussions were part of the contributions mentioned:
Discussions on Open Science
On June 25, Maximilian Heber from the University of Konstanz and Goran Sekulovski from Paris 8 University led the “Open Science Live Meet-Up: Panel Discussion on (Social) Developments related to Open Science in ERUA and Future Perspectives.” This session focused on the evolving landscape of open science within ERUA and its future prospects.
Following this, Sonja Karlj and Matthias Landwehr presented their study on data management plan usage in ERUA, titled “From Planning to Reusing: Researchers’ Research Data Management Needs along the Research Data Lifecycle at ERUA Universities.” They addressed the needs and challenges faced by researchers and provided recommendations to enhance data management practices within ERUA institutions.
Become a Better Research Collaborator
On the afternoon of June 26, WP3 Re:ERUA hosted its final conference in a workshop format, “Do you want to become a better collaborator?” Moderated by Anette Stenslund and Jenny Eschweiler from Roskilde University, this session invited participants to explore the challenges in research collaborations. The workshop encouraged participants to navigate these dilemmas, framed within the ethics of care, fostering a more supportive and collaborative research environment.
Applying Epistemic Justice in Academia
On June 25, within the framework of an expert group, WP2 organized the session “Whither Epistemic Justice? The Case for SWAFs Initiatives, or How to Make the Concept of Epistemic Justice Concrete and Actionable?” Led by Arnaud Regnauld, the scientific coordinator of Re:ERUA, the session featured experts such as Silvia Pierosara from the University of Macerata, Angelo Vannini from Paris 8 University, and Kristine Samson from Roskilde University. The goal was to translate the theoretical concept of epistemic justice into practical applications within universities, promoting a fair and inclusive academic environment. These insights will contribute to the final Re:ERUA engagement strategy, which is the key strategic deliverable.
Re:ERUA – Reflecting on the Journey, Embracing the Future
Valeria Manzione, Re:ERUA coordinator, and Arnaud Regnauld reviewed the outcomes and milestones of Re:ERUA during the Joint Re:ERUA Executive Committee and ERUA Management Committee meetings. Their review highlighted Re:ERUA’s collaborative and forward-thinking approach, ensuring a smooth transition to the new partners and governance structures. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Thanks to a team effort from SSMB members Fantasy the Almiqui and XD375, we have some voice clips of the new voice cast in Sonic Free Riders. Fantasy the Almiquie bought a copy of the game this morning and has already beat the Heroes story and got hear a lot of the cast, but unfortunately hasn’t seen the game’s credits appear yet, so we can get the names of the cast. In order, the clips released are Amy, Sonic, Cream, Vector, Omochao, Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, Rouge, Omochao, Rouge, Omochao. We have another set of clips from the intro movie below too:
Finally, we’ve got a clip of the Babylon Rogues voices:
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Berd in hand
HIS search for a suitably grand head office started off with Grand Buildings, in Trafal- gar Square. There he tried and failed to gazump Enterprise Oil. He resisted the Treasury's attempts to shoo him down to the Isle of Dogs, where eastern Europe begins. He agreed to take over the Mid- land Bank's head office, a Lutyens palace, but could not have it altered to suit him. The Berd is now likely to roost in the new Embankment Place, looking across the river to Waterloo Station. M. Attali's next symptom of corporate ambition was to call for a logo. He invited the world's school- children to compete in designing one for him. Vaclav Havel and Issey Miyake, with help from Sir Nicholas Goodison, would pick the winner. (It looks like a tennis ball.) Then he set out to recruit. He has brought in central bankers — John Flem- ming from the Bank of England, Mario Sarcinelli from Italy. Ernest Stern of the World Bank was expected to come as right-hand man and chief operating officer, but thought better of it. Quite a few people, as Mr Stern will have heard, got the impression that they would be M. Attali's right-hand man. That kind of thing makes recruiting more difficult. Not all those recruited have stayed, in Whitehall the Berd has come to be considered a hardship posting, a head of merchant banking is still being sought, but M. Attali's personal chef (French, of course) is already in place. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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For decades our access to abortion care and reproductive justice has been undermined. In 2022, our nation hit a new low with the Dobbs decision, setting reproductive rights back to a level we haven't seen in a generation. Free and Just was created to educate Americans through the collection and distribution of personal stories about what life looks like in a Post-Roe America.
Naming the brand
I led the process to bring the team to a consensus around a name for this brand. We went through exercises to get to the heart of what the brand was, its tone, and what we wanted it to communicate. Ultimately we decided on the name Free & Just because we are fighting for a country where we are free to make decisions about our bodies and reproductive justice is a reality.
The stories from Free & Just storytellers could be from your Aunt, your cousin, your friend, or your neighbor. That's how we wanted the brand to feel. This wasn't some political moment, this is people's lives we're talking about. For that we need an inclusive brand that didn't feel partisan. We wanted to focus on the future and framework we could have instead of the devastating loss we experienced in 2022. To evoke that feeling we leaned into a brand that was vibrant and approachable bringing a warmth, power, optimism, and hope to the space.
"Our Voices, our stories, our future," Free & Just's tagline can not come to life without the experiences and stories of people all over the country. To kick off content collection with the team I led in organizing a content capture day where we filmed 6 storytellers. Now with over 8 hours of content, the Free and Just team is well-positioned to highlight key stories as abortion and reproductive justice appear in the news cycle. Below is one of the ads my team cut during the September 2023 government shutdown. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
December Postcard RR |
As you know by now I have participated in many round robins. Now I am in a postcard RR called the Muse Mail. There are eleven of us in this group many of whom were in a previous envelope RR. I particularly like postcard exchanges and normally prefer the postcard to be mailed as a normal postcard and not in an envelope. However, this time I came up with a folded postcard, my design, that needs to be mailed in a clear envelope.
The reason I personally like the postcards to be mailed normally is because I like the cancellation marks on the postcard after the artist has completed his/her work. It just adds something to snail mail treat. With that said, I did something totally against my above statements. This time I made a postcard that is sewn into a pocket after some gelli plate and collagraph work. I then created a circular collage to fit in the pocket.
December 2016 Circular Collage for Muse Mail RR (front) |
I found this 30 kmph sign in an antique store and had my friend Michele take a photo of it with her phone camera. Thanks, Michele. The image can be seen in the first photo above as well. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Ever leave a place and come back years later to find it the same? Although the trees are taller perhaps? Some things change. But landmarks like mountains and streams, trees and rivers are still where you remember them. This giclee gives one a quiet peaceful calm. The colors are wonderful for the interior room using earth tones of cobalt and amber.
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10. Don’t be afraid to hit up Harbor Freight for new tools. Also, Craigslist and Garage sales for used tools.
If you want to get to 200,000 miles you’re going to need a decent set of tools. At the end of the day, there’s good and then there’s good enough. You’re not working at a dealership where investing in top of the line equipment is a prerequisite and not even a question. First off, here is a list of tools you should already have.
- Screwdrivers– One medium-sized flat head and one medium-sized Phillips screwdrivers.
- Ratchet set– Buy both a Metric and SAE set.
- Wrenches– See Ratchet set.
- Allen wrenches– These are L-shaped steel wrenches in various lengths that often come in a swiss army knife configuration or singles. If you’ve done DIY furniture, you should be familiar with these.
- Jack with jack stands– Oftentimes these come in kits with a creeper jack and two jack stands. Read up on reviews of some of the budget ones to see if there are any horror stories linked to this most important piece of equipment.
- Droplight and flashlight– These two tools will allow you in those tight places.
- An OBD II Scanner to read codes– Here’s one on Amazon for less than $15. (we’ll get into this one a bit more later.)
- Also, a good amount of rags and gloves. – To clean up messes.
For the hard tools without too many moving parts, go ahead and search around for Craigslist and Garage sales for deals. Oftentimes you can find a full set of tools for a bargain from the later. For new tools, if it’s simple enough like a breaker bar, go ahead and hit up Harbor Freight or Sears for those.
Top tip: Craftsman tools prides itself on its 100 percent replacement warranty if a tool breaks. That means you can walk into any store with a Craftsman tool and can get it replaced. This forces Craftsman to keep a certain amount of quality while being friendly on prices. Check out their warranty policy here.
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For patients with a painful tooth, Dr. Gloria Yan and her associate dentists have extensive training in root canal therapy.
Unlike dental implants, the root canal procedure keeps your tooth in place rather than removing it. The modern dental equipment and techniques used at Asera Dental will help to resolve your pain symptoms effective immediately!
The dentist enters into the tooth, and cleans and disinfects any bacteria inside the tooth chamber. Once the infection is removed, it is then resealed with a filling. This procedure prevents extraction of the tooth.
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ASES brings together Ministers of Education and Senior Policymakers from across Asia.
The Asian Summit on Education & Skills is India’s only leadership event for the education and skills sector and is the internationally recognised ministerial forum for debating future practice in education. ASES is a partner event of the Education World Forum in London. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Some great benefits of Online Dating
One of the features of online dating is that you can get to be aware of someone in an exceedingly natural and low-risk way. Unlike going out and arranging click this a date to go out intended for drinks or dinner, you don’t have to worry about spending lots of money on foodstuff and gas. You can also arranged your private schedule and characteristics.
Really easier to match people through traditional means
One study, for instance, found that must be easier to meet people through traditional means, like internet dating sites, than through applications. The study as well suggests that the web makes it possible to get people with different political views, period, and even ethnicity. It also really helps to mitigate the pressure of meeting man. However , internet dating does not make sure you will have a loving relationship.
Some other study, written and published by ÜBER Technology Review, observed that a larger percentage of couples who met on the web are likely to be appropriate. In fact , two-thirds of on the web daters statement finding people with similar behavior. Those who report education when an important factor in their online dating decisions are more inclined to have an optimistic experience with an internet dating internet site or application. As well, a higher percentage of online daters report that they are attracted to people on internet dating sites or applications.
It’s a easy way to get to know the other
It’s obvious that online dating services can be a great way to meet people. In fact , the vast majority of people who operate the service do so in one form or another. Whether you are looking for a long term relationship or maybe a one night stand, the net is a veritable trove of gold. In order to find the appropriate match suitable for you, you need to do much more than swipe right or perhaps left. For instance , you need to ensure you are able to converse effectively and that you are able to set your expectations really. Luckily, there are many of equipment on hand that will help you achieve this.
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Whether occur to be a newer adult or an older adult, online dating could be a terrific way to find special someone. But there are several things to take into account. The key is to discover the person and trust them before you offer personal information.
Approximately 40 percent of American adults have utilized an online internet dating site. Almost 50 % of 18- to 29-year-olds have done so , approximately 20 percent have been in a committed relationship with an individual they connected with online. In spite of the popularity, online dating sites is still unsafe.
One review found that individuals are more likely to experience safer get together someone inside the real world. Yet , it is also true that many persons feel safer when assembly someone internet. There is a lessen rate of lovato and sexually explicit email and images. In the same way, the number of personal privacy violations is less as compared to the real world.
It’s a good way to get to know someone
Online dating is an excellent way to get to know an individual before interacting with them personally. That allows you to learn more about them and decide whether compatible. Nevertheless , it is also simple to go down a bad path. An individual want to waste time over a relationship that will not function. Therefore , it is necessary to ask the best questions and also to stay safe. Follow this advice to help you run the waters of online dating services.
Asking regarding someone’s interests and hobbies can help you measure their persona. If you are able to get them to open up of the interests, you might have a far more enjoyable and interesting date. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Teaching Your Dog To Come When Called
A reliable recall is not only important but it could also save your dogs life. to teach a proper recall there are three fundamentals that are crucial. Desire, Reinforcement and Proofing.
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Our professionals can efficiently create and configure GA4 properties for ecommerce, ensuring accurate data collection and seamless migration from previous versions. Track critical ecommerce events such as view_item, add_to_cart and purchase.
Our fees related to GA4 ecommerce (Google Analytics 4) setup and configuration are based on an hourly rate.
The exact cost will depend on the amount of time required to complete the necessary tasks for the setup. The more complex or extensive the work, the more hours it may take, thus affecting the overall fees.
There are various areas covered in a GA4 setup. Each of these areas may require different levels of effort and time to set up properly. Here’s a brief overview of each area:
GA4 Migration: This involves transitioning from the previous version of Google Analytics to GA4 while ensuring data integrity and continuity.
GA4 Property Creation: Creating a new GA4 property, which serves as the foundation for collecting and analyzing data.
Set Up Conversion Tracking: Configuring conversion tracking to measure specific actions or events on your website or app, such as form submissions, purchases, or downloads.
Custom Dimensions Goals: Defining custom dimensions in GA4 to track additional data points specific to your business needs, such as user types, membership levels, or campaign sources.
Custom Events: Implementing custom events to track user interactions and behaviors beyond the default page views and clicks, such as video plays, button clicks, or form submissions.
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eCommerce setup: Configuring eCommerce tracking to monitor and analyze online transactions, revenue, and product performance.
Explorations: Utilizing the exploration feature in GA4 to perform ad-hoc analysis, create custom reports, and gain insights from your data.
Map UA Custom Events to GA4 Events: If you are migrating from Universal Analytics (UA), mapping the custom events from UA to their corresponding events in GA4 for data continuity.
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Are you seeking a creative way to lead a more sustainable lifestyle while expressing your individuality through fashion and home decor? Or maybe you would just like a new hobby? Look no further than the timeless art of sewing! Learning to sew can be a rewarding and eco-friendly endeavour that not only reduces your reliance on fast fashion but also empowers you to repurpose and upcycle materials for a greener tomorrow.
I started sewing when I was 10 after my parents discovered my fascination with the world of fashion. Over the past decade, I've honed this invaluable skill, saving not just myself but also my friends and family a substantial amount of money, effort, and time. For me, sewing goes beyond practicality; it's a means of self-expression, a journey of creativity. If there's one life skill I wholeheartedly recommend mastering, it's sewing—a timeless art that enriches your life while promoting sustainability in a fast-paced world.
1. Unravelling the Thread of Sustainability
In a world dominated by mass-produced, disposable fashion, it is no secret that the environmental impact of the textile industry has become a pressing concern. By embracing sewing, you take a stand against the throwaway culture and gain the power to create garments and household items that are built to last. Sustainable sewing allows you to choose eco-friendly fabrics, ensure fair labour practices, and ultimately reduce the amount of textile waste that ends up in landfills. Besides, nothing beats the pride of creating something yourself!
2. Unleashing Your Creativity
Learning to sew is not just about sustainability, it's also an exciting journey of creativity and self-expression. Whether you're a sewing novice or a seasoned pro, the possibilities are endless. Customise your clothing, breathe new life into old favourites, or craft unique gifts for your loved ones. With each stitch, you add a touch of your personality to the fabric, making every creation truly one-of-a-kind. Whether it be handmade with love, or more realistically with stress, sweat and tears, handmade pieces hold more value and sentiment in the long-run.
3. Upcycling: Transforming the Old into New
My personal favourite, and one of the most rewarding aspects of sewing sustainably, is the opportunity to upcycle materials. Instead of discarding worn-out clothes or fabrics, you can repurpose them into stylish and functional items. Turn an old pair of jeans into a trendy tote bag or transform vintage curtains into statement pillow covers. Upcycling not only reduces waste but also showcases your resourcefulness and innovation. My most recent and favourite creation is a dress 100% upcycled from ties I collected from charity shops.
4. Mindful Consumption and Wardrobe Versatility
Sewing empowers you to be more mindful of your consumption habits. Instead of being lured by fast-fashion trends, you can thoughtfully curate a wardrobe of timeless pieces that reflect your personal style. Creating your garments allows you to focus on quality over quantity, fostering a more sustainable and versatile wardrobe that stands the test of time. Plus, if you like the look of a trend or garment, you can find the sewing pattern for it and make it yourself. A fun and exciting challenge resulting in a beautiful conversation piece.
5. Joining the Sewing Community
Learning to sew opens the door to a welcoming and supportive community of like-minded individuals. Connect with fellow sewing enthusiasts, attend workshops, and participate in sewing circles to exchange ideas, tips, and inspiration. This camaraderie fosters an environment of continuous learning and creativity, all while contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle. There is no end of online resources and communities for you to explore.
Stitch by Stitch, a Greener Future
I hope I have helped you see how embracing the art of sewing is an empowering step towards a more sustainable and mindful lifestyle. By reducing waste, upcycling, and fostering creativity, you actively contribute to a greener future for generations to come. So, grab that sewing needle, dust off that sewing machine, gather your fabrics, and let your imagination run wild as you stitch a vibrant tapestry of sustainable living—one beautiful creation at a time. Happy sewing!
Remember: Each stitch is a step towards sustainability!
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A Song in Her Heart: My Mom, Music and Alzheimer's - Kathy Dye
Winner of the 2023 Firebird Children's Book Award for Ages 4-8
Finalist in the American Book Fest for Children's Religious Books
Over 6 million people in the United States alone are affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Talking about this hard topic with children who have loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer’s can be a daunting task. A Song in Her Heart was written to help adults generate conversations about this disease with children and create more awareness for everyone.
Beautifully written and illustrated, this story takes you through the full life of Josie who was born with A Song in Her Heart. Josie shared her song with everyone she met. She believed everyone has a song to share. This poignant story was written about the author’s mother and reveals how music affects the lives of not only Alzheimer’s patients but also those around them. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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CD Projekt RED has confirmed that Cyberpunk 2077 will have free DLC. In a response to a question on Twitter regarding whether Cyberpunk 2077 will have free DLC, the developer confirmed it with a gif.
— Cyberpunk 2077 (@CyberpunkGame) August 22, 2020
Also, CD Projekt RED’s previous game The Witcher 3 was famous for its 16 packs of free DLC. The packs included everything from new armors to quests and skins. The developer has yet to disclose exactly what free DLC for Cyberpunk 2077 will entail, but it’s safe to assume we can expect something equal.
As we are entering September, we only have about 2 months left before we can bite into the game. A lot of people are probably nervous about whether the game will be delayed again. Or whether it will live up to the hype surrounding it.
One thing is for sure though, Cyberpunk 2077 will no doubt be given the same kind of post-launch support that The Witcher 3 received. It is also likely we’ll see a lot of new quests be added to the game as we get familiar with Night City. In fact, the game seems a perfect fit for new content being added on a regular basis. New people to meet, and a growing city as the game grows along with its players.
A Growing Trend
Hopefully, this can set a standard for other major publishers. With the success of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, the industry will have to take notice. CD Projekt RED seems intent on giving back to the players as much as the players give to them. And that’s a trend that should be more common.
We’ve had incidents like Fallout 76 adding a subscription service and microtransaction store on top of a full-price game. We hope companies like CD Projekt RED can set a standard for more free DLC and free editions for their players. The industry needs to become more consumer-friendly, and this is a good step towards that.
For more Cyberpunk 2077 info and pre-orders, visit the game’s website.
So what do you think about Cyberpunk 2077 getting free DLC? Let us know in the comments!
Source: PC Gamer | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
A unique, fascinating creature has been turning heads in Northeast Ohio recently: an animal that appears to be a cross between a squirrel and a skunk.
The animal, dubbed a “squnk,” has the body of a squirrel but the dark black fur and white-tipped tail of a skunk:
There have been several sightings of the unique creature in Ohio recently and photos have gone viral on social media. Some have speculated that the “squnk” might actually be a hybrid of the two animals.
This “squnk,” it turns out, is actually a black squirrel. While it doesn’t have any skunk DNA, it is still quite a rare sight. Black squirrels are the result of breeding between eastern gray squirrels and fox squirrels: the animal seen here is actually an eastern gray squirrel who inherited a gene variant resulting in a darker coloration, according to Smithsonian Magazine.
Back squirrels are rare, making up only one in every 10,000 squirrels. Their dark coat gives them a thermal advantage over normal gray squirrels, helping them to keep warm in the winter and in colder regions.
Black squirrels are the unofficial mascot of Kent State University: in 1961, 10 black squirrels were released on campus, and they have become an iconic staple of the university ever since.
So if you’re in Ohio and come across a “squnk,” rest assured it’s only a black squirrel with a little skunk-like fur on its tail — you’re not in danger of getting sprayed.
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According to reporting from Antara News, Citilink Indonesia have opened a new twice a week international flight route from Bali to Papua New Guinea using an Airbus 320 with a capacity of 180 seats.
Putu Supadma Rudana, Deputy Chairperson of the House of Representatives’ (DPR’s) Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation Agency (BKSAP) applauded the initiative, saying that he appreciated Citilink Indonesia, the central government, Bali government, and state-owned enterprises (SOEs) for the opening of the flight route to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Papua New Guinea.
Along with President Director of Citilink Indonesia Dewa Kadek Rai and Head of Bali Tourism Office Tjok Bagus Pemayun, he launched the Bali-Papua New Guinea flight route at Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali, on Sunday, say Antara News.
Rudana hoped that the Bali-Papua New Guinea flight route would improve connectivity, economic, sociocultural, defence and security relations, and most importantly, support the sovereignty of both nations, report Antara News.
In addition, he also hoped that the newly opened flight route would support Bali’s efforts to achieve its international tourist arrival target of 4.5-million for this year, expressing optimism that the connectivity will boost the growth of the economic, tourism, and investment sectors.
Source: Antara News | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Hepatitis A Infection Confirmed in Token Lounge Employee
The Token Lounge, a concert venue in the Metro Detroit area, has one confirmed case of Hepatitis A. If you drank there fairly recently, you're advised to watch for symptoms.
Reports indicate that an employee of the venue located on Joy Road in Westland tested positive for the infection according to the Wayne County Department Of Health, Veterans and Community Wellness. Vaccinations will be offered to the other employees and anyone who consumed a beverage between the dates of November 20th and December 4th are warned to watch out for symptoms. Symptoms of Hepatitis A include:
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- jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Symptoms of Hepatitis A don't always show up right away, and the disease is highly contagious even if symptoms are not present. This is not the first reported case in the area, actually, Michigan health officials warned recently about an outbreak. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Veteran Freedom Fighter and Politician Md Sahabuddin was sworn in as the 22nd President of Bangladesh at an impressive ceremony in the packed and historic Durbar Hall of Bangabhaban on Monday (Apr 24) morning. Jatiyo Sangsad (National Parliament) Speaker Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury administered the oath of the office of the President in Dhaka at 11 a.m. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Chief Justice Hasan Foez Siddique, Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's younger daughter Sheikh Rehana, cabinet members and several hundred distinguished guests attended the state ceremony. Cabinet Secretary Md Mahbub Hossain conducted the programme, local media reported.
Earlier, wearing a black Mujib Coat and a white panjabi, new President Sahabuddin, along with outgoing president Abdul Hamid and the Speaker entered the Durbar Hall at 10:55 a.m. A military band played ceremonial music at that time.
After the swearing-in ceremony, new President Md Sahabuddin and outgoing President Md. Abdul Hamid officially alter their respective seats as part of changing charge of the office.
Subsequently, President Sahabuddin and Speaker Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury signed the oath documents of the office.
The President exchanged greetings with guests after he was sworn in.
President Sahabuddin's family members, including his wife Dr. Rebecca Sultana and son Arshad Adnan Rony while outgoing President Hamid's family members, including his wife Rashida Khanam and son Engineer Rezwan Ahammad Taufiq, MP, among others, attended the function.
Deputy Speaker of the Jatiyo Sangsad Shamsul Haque Tuku, Deputy Leader of the Opposition in Parliament GM Quader, Whips, Members of parliament (MPs), heads of the diplomatic missions, chiefs of different international agencies, state ministers, Chief Election Commissioner, Supreme Court judges, heads of the different tribunal or commission or institute, political leaders, chiefs of the three services, principal secretary to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Inspector General of Police, diplomats, senior journalists, including editors, and high-ranking civil and military officials witnessed the ceremony.
Earlier, the 73-year-old politician was elected as the 22nd President of Bangladesh on Feb 13, 2023.
Md Sahabuddin was born on Dec 10 in 1949 in Shibrampur's Jubilee Tank area of Pabna Town. His nickname is Chuppu. His father's name is Sharfuddin Ansari and mother Khairunnessa.
Obtained his MSc degree from Rajshahi University in 1974, he later passed LLB and BCS (Law) examinations.
President Sahabuddin was the general secretary of Pabna Edward College unit of Chhatra League, president of Pabna District Chhatra League and Jubo League later also. He was the joint secretary of Bangladesh Krishak Sramik Awami League (BaKSAL) of the district unit and publicity secretary of Awami League district unit.
Sahabuddin actively participated in Six-Point Movement in 1966, Bhutta (Maize) Movement in 1967, mass-uprising in1969, election of 1970 and Liberation War in 1971.
He was in the frontline organizer of Pabna district movement and raised protest soon after the brutal incidents on Aug 15, 1975. Subsequently he was imprisoned for three years and subjected to inhuman torture by the then military dictators.
The President was also involved in journalism (Dainik Banglar Bani) and a good numbers of articles were also published at different vernaculars.
During his career, he served as District and Sessions Judge and Anti Corruption Commissioner (ACC) Commissioner.
The Head of the State also served as the Director of the Prime Minister's Office and the Coordinator assigned to the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs in the Bangabandhu Murder Case.
He was elected Secretary General of BCS (Judiciary) Association twice in a row. After retirement from service, he was engaged in legal profession in the High Court.
President Sahabuddin later served as the Chairman of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry in the investigation into the 2001 post-election violence.
As the ACC Commissioner, he proved his deep firmness in dealing with the so-called corruption plot against the Padma Bridge project.
The former student leader, Md. Sahabuddin, also served as a member of Bangladesh Awami League's Advisory Council and the Chairman of the party's Central Publicity and Publication Sub-Committee. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Planned as a joint project of public utilities owned by the Republika Srpska entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, Buk Bijela on the upper Drina is being pushed forward in violation of local legislation and international conventions.
August 16, 2019
Since 2016 the controversial Amulsar gold mine project is being developed by Armenia’s largest foreign investor, an international mining company Lydian, near the touristic spa town of Jermuk.
August 15, 2019
At home, Slovakia pays lip service to the climate issues, but abroad – it does not even bother pretending. As it continues to finance crude oil facilities in Cuba, its real climate ambitions are laid bare.
July 31, 2019
Working on just transition brings all actors who believe in fair regional redevelopment to the same table: unions, industry, public administration, governments, civil society and others sharing this goal. They should be working together to find what is best for their regions and communities, from creating good quality jobs to identifying sustainable alternatives.
July 15, 2019
Every region and every community is different. As EU countries wake up to the climate emergency and the need for a swift transition to a sustainable and carbon-neutral society, it is becoming increasingly clear that we need regional and community-level
Ahead of Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank meeting in Luxembourg, over 89 000 petition bank to drop Nenskra dam project in Georgia
July 12, 2019
Luxembourg, Prague, Tbilisi – Representatives from the “Stop Nenskra” campaign showed up in Luxembourg at the Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) annual meeting on July 12th and delivered a petition to the international development banks calling them on not to finance the Nenskra hydropower plant project in Svaneti, Georgia.
June 27, 2019
CEE Bankwatch Network and the Center for Ecology and Energy have therefore undertaken independent monitoring in Tuzla of coarse dust particles known as PM10. “Together with the Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL), we have also calculated the health
June 25, 2019
SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — Environmental groups called on Tuesday for urgent measures to combat air pollution in the central Bosnian city of Tuzla, saying dust concentration far exceeds legal limits and causes premature deaths. Source: Report
Racing against the clock: Kenyan villagers under imminent threat of eviction by project under EU’s bank’s appraisal
June 19, 2019
Today’s European Development Days forum in Brussels with its aspirational motto ‘building a world which leaves no one behind’ is an ironic backdrop to what is happening in the remote parts of Kenya, where a whole community is facing a threat of forced eviction by a project under appraisal of the EU’s own house bank. About a hundred people were demanded to abandon their homes by tomorrow – 20 June.
May 29, 2019
Beli Bryag, Bulgaria – Around one hundred villagers in the village of Beli Bryag, in Bulgaria’s Stara Zagora region, are anxiously awaiting for a resolution to their claims of proper resettlement by the Maritsa East mines, the company gearing up to expand its lignite mine to where the village currently stands. They have only until the end of the year before they are expropriated. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Prime Minister Modi, Singapore counterpart Wong visit semiconductor company, discuss ways for collaboration
Singapore, Sep 5 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi accompanied by his Singapore counterpart Lawrence Wong on Thursday visited a leading Singaporean company in the semiconductor and electronics sector and discussed ways for collaboration in this critical industry.
Modi is here on a two-day visit at the invitation of Wong.
“Semiconductors and technology are important facets of India-Singapore cooperation. This is also a sector where India is increasing its presence. Today, PM Wong and I visited AEM Holdings Ltd. We look forward to working together in this sector and giving our youth more opportunities,” Prime Minister Modi posted on X along with pictures.
Both the leaders visited AEM Holdings Ltd and were briefed about the company’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, its operations and plans for India, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press statement.
“Boosting ties in the area of Advanced manufacturing. PM @narendramodi and PM @LawrenceWongST visited AEM Holdings Ltd. Today, a leading Singaporean company in the semiconductors and electronics sector. The leaders held discussions with the stakeholders on opportunities for collaboration between India and Singapore in the field of semiconductors,” Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X.
Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association gave a briefing on the development of the semiconductor ecosystem in Singapore and opportunities for collaboration with India, the statement said.
“Given our efforts to develop the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India and Singapore’s strengths in this sector, both sides have decided to expand bilateral cooperation. During the 2nd meeting of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable, both sides agreed to add advanced manufacturing, with a focus on semiconductors, as a pillar for enhancing bilateral cooperation,” the press statement said.
Both sides have also concluded the memorandum of understanding on India-Singapore Semiconductor Ecosystem Partnership, it said.
At the facility, both the leaders also interacted with Indian interns from Odisha’s World Skill Center undergoing training in Singapore as well as Singaporean interns who visited India under the CII-Enterprise Singapore India Ready Talent Programme and Indian engineers working at AEM.
“It was wonderful to interact with interns from Odisha’s World Skill Center who are visiting Singapore and interns from Singapore who have been to India as a part of the CII-Enterprise Singapore India Ready Talent Programme. I also met a team of Indian engineers working at AEM Holdings. Such cooperation is indeed special and celebrates human talent as well as innovation,” Modi posted on X.
“During the visit to AEM Holdings, PM @narendramodi and PM @LawrenceWongST also interacted with Indian interns from Odisha’s World Skill Center visiting Singapore as well as Singaporean interns who had visited India under the CII-Enterprise Singapore India Ready Talent Programme and Indian engineers working at AEM,” Jaiswal said in a post on X.
The visit to the company by both the leaders underscores commitment of both sides to develop cooperation in this area. Prime Minister Modi conveyed his appreciation to Prime Minister Wong for joining him in this visit, the statement said.
Prime Minister Modi also invited the Singaporean semiconductor companies to participate in the SEMICON INDIA exhibition to be held in Greater Noida on September 11-13, 2024.
Modi flew to Singapore on Wednesday after wrapping his visit to Brunei, the first bilateral visit there by an Indian prime minister.
He was accorded a warm welcome by the Indian community on his arrival here. (PTI) | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Dreamy Nights Ahead: Mastering Sleep Routines for Your Baby
Welcoming a newborn into your life brings a whirlwind of joy, and yes, a significant shift in your sleep patterns. Those early months, often marked by a symphony of midnight cries and lullabies, can be a challenging yet heartwarming journey. Fear not, weary fellow parents! We're here to share a treasure trove of tips to help you and your bundle of joy embrace the land of nod.
Embarking on a Sleep-Filled Adventure
First off, hats off to you on your newest family member! Preparing for parenthood often comes with light-hearted warnings about sleepless nights. Indeed, tending to a baby's round-the-clock needs is part and parcel of the journey, but it doesn't have to spell endless nights of wakefulness.
Crafting the Ideal Slumber Sanctuary
A pivotal step in nurturing healthy sleep habits is crafting a serene sleep environment. Our go-to advice? Invest in blackout blinds or curtains. Keeping your baby's sleeping quarters as dark as a moonless night aids immensely in teaching them the difference between day and night. And make sure they have a diaper that will easily last the entire sleep - we have just the one for you.
Distinguishing Day from Night: A Parent's Magic Trick
Differentiating between day and night is a simple yet effective strategy. Start by establishing a gentle bedtime ritual. Choose a feeding time close to your desired bedtime, like 7 PM, as the kickoff to 'night mode'. Incorporate a soothing bath or massage, slip them into cozy pajamas, and then it's off to a dimly lit room for feeding. This routine sets a clear signal: nighttime is for quiet and sleep, while daytime is where the excitement happens.
The Bedtime Banquet
As your little one grows, aim to make the last meal of the day a hearty one. A pro tip is to feed them before and after their bath. This dual feeding ensures they're full and content, easing them into a restful night without the urgency of a pre-sleep feed.
The Wake-Feed Cycle: A Game-Changer
Once your baby is ready, consider adopting the 'wake-feed cycle'. This involves feeding your baby soon after they wake from a nap, allowing ample time for play and digestion before the next snooze. This practice encourages feeding when they're most alert, promoting better milk intake and deterring the habit of feeding to sleep, which can be a hurdle later on.
Balancing Daytime Snoozes and Mobile Naps
Encouraging a daily crib nap in a dark room is key. This not only gives you some hands-free time (hello, fresh coffee!) but also teaches your baby that their crib is a cozy place for sleep. And for those days when your baby is fussy and resistant to nap time, a stroll in the pram can work wonders. While some worry about creating a habit of rocking to sleep, occasional naps on the move can be beneficial, preventing overtiredness and keeping their routine on track.
This journey of nurturing your baby's sleep habits is filled with trial, error, and a lot of love. Remember, every baby is unique, and what works for one may not for another. Our tips are here to guide you, but trust your parental instincts. You've got this! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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WASHINGTON — In November, the American job market showed improvement by adding 227,000 workers. This was a positive change from October, where strikes and hurricanes had a negative impact on employers’ payrolls.
Last month’s hiring growth was up considerably from a meager gain of 36,000 jobs in October. The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2%.
The latest report from the Labor Department confirms that the job market in the U.S. is still strong, even though it has slowed down compared to the rapid growth seen in the 2021-2023 period when the economy was recovering from the pandemic recession. The Federal Reserve’s efforts to control inflation through high interest rates have contributed to this gradual slowdown.
Despite the Fed raising interest rates 11 times between 2022 and 2023, the economy continued to expand, defying expectations as consumers and businesses faced higher borrowing costs. However, starting earlier this year, the job market has started to decelerate.
Americans as a whole have been enjoying unusual job security. This week, the government reported that layoffs fell to just 1.6 million in October, below the lowest levels in the two decades that preceded the pandemic. At the same time, the number of job openings rebounded from a 3 1/2 year low, a sign that businesses are still seeking workers even though hiring has cooled.
The overall economy has remained resilient. The much higher borrowing costs for consumers and businesses that resulted from the Fed’s rate hikes had been expected to tip the economy into a recession. Instead, the economy kept growing as households continued to spend and employers continued to hire.
The economy grew at a 2.8% annual pace from July through September on healthy spending by consumers. Annual economic growth has topped a decent 2% in eight of the past nine quarters. And inflation has dropped from a 9.1% peak in June 2022 to 2.6% last month. Even so, Americans were deeply frustrated by still-high prices under the Biden-Harris administration, and partly for that reason chose last month to return Donald Trump to the White House.
While comparatively few Americans are losing jobs, those who do are finding it harder to land a new one: The average unemployed American in October had been out of work for 22.9 weeks, the longest such stretch in 2 1/2 years.
The progress against inflation and the slowdown in hiring, which eases pressure on companies to raise wages and prices, led the Fed to cut its key rate in September and again last month. Another rate cut is expected to be announced when the Fed meets Dec. 17-18.
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The Development and Effect of Web based Gaming: Reclassifying Recreation and Availability
Web based gaming has developed from a specialty leisure activity to a worldwide peculiarity that impacts how individuals of any age communicate, contend, and associate in virtual conditions. This article investigates the sweeping universe of internet gaming, following its authentic turn of events, looking at its social importance, mechanical headways, local area elements, and the more extensive ramifications for amusement and social cooperation.
Starting points and Development
The historical backdrop of internet gaming can be followed back to the beginning of PC organizing, where text-based experiences and straightforward multiplayer games laid the preparation for cooperative ongoing interaction. With the appearance of the web, games like Netrek and MUDs (Multi-Client Prisons) during the 1980s and 1990s spearheaded ongoing multiplayer encounters, making way for the extensive virtual universes we see today. The 2000s saw the ascent of MMORPGs like Universe of Warcraft and serious web based games, for example, Counter-Strike, which further promoted internet gaming and broadened its classes.
Different Gaming Encounters
Today, internet gaming offers a broad cluster of classifications and stages, taking care of a different crowd with fluctuated inclinations. From activity stuffed shooters and technique serious MOBAs (Multiplayer Online Fight Fields) to vivid MMORPGs and relaxed social games, there is a virtual universe to suit each player’s advantages. Portable gaming has likewise flooded in prominence, permitting players to participate in their #1 titles gila 138 on cell phones and tablets, making gaming more open and comprehensive.
Local area and Social Collaboration
Fundamental to the allure of web based gaming is its capacity to encourage networks and work with social collaborations on a worldwide scale. Gaming stages and discussions act as virtual gathering spots where players team up on missions, structure unions, and construct kinships. Voice talk, web-based features like Jerk, and virtual entertainment reconciliation improve these collaborations, empowering players to convey, share encounters, and celebrate accomplishments progressively. These people group frequently rise above geological limits, making a feeling of fellowship and having a place among players from various societies and foundations.
Monetary Effect and eSports
Past its social importance, web based gaming has turned into a huge financial power, creating billions of dollars every year through game deals, in-game buys, and publicizing. The ascent of eSports has raised serious gaming to a pro game, with competitions drawing in great many watchers overall and offering significant award pools. Proficient gamers and groups contend in games like Class of Legends, Dota 2, and Fortnite, displaying their abilities and systems on worldwide stages while adding to the development of the gaming business.
Innovative advancement keeps on driving the development of internet gaming, pushing the limits of illustrations, interactivity mechanics, and player drenching. Propels in equipment capacities, web framework, and cloud gaming administrations have empowered designers to make outwardly staggering and in fact refined games. Computer generated reality (VR) and expanded reality (AR) innovations vow to improve gaming encounters further, offering new components of inundation and association that obscure the lines between the virtual and actual universes.
Difficulties and Contemplations
Regardless of its notoriety and positive effects, internet gaming faces difficulties like gaming compulsion, cyberbullying, and worries over information protection. Designers and stage administrators are resolving these issues through capable gaming drives, balance devices, and local area rules pointed toward advancing solid gaming propensities and establishing safe conditions for players, everything being equal.
Future Patterns and Open doors
Looking forward, the eventual fate of web based gaming seems promising with proceeded with development and development. Arising advancements like simulated intelligence driven ongoing interaction, blockchain coordination for virtual economies, and upgraded cross-stage similarity are supposed to shape the up and coming age of gaming encounters. These headways will probably extend the span of internet gaming, offering new open doors for inventiveness, coordinated effort, and local area commitment on a worldwide scale.
All in all, web based gaming has changed amusement, availability, and social association in the computerized age. Its development from early multiplayer games to sweeping virtual universes has reshaped how people play, contend, and interface with others universally. Whether you’re a devoted gamer, a relaxed player, or somebody inquisitive about the web based gaming peculiarity, the universe of internet gaming welcomes you to investigate, contend, and produce fellowships in virtual domains where creative mind has no limits. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Fiction meets non-fiction in this larger-than-life adventure reality competition. 10 contestants embark on the road trip of a lifetime. Once they’re on the innovative Destination X Bus, reality is regularly tweaked to mislead them as well as the viewers at home. Every bit of information always comes with a clue designed to help the contestants decide if they can trust what they see. They need to be on top of their game at all times, to figure out where they are. The contestant who places their X furthest away from the actual location has to leave the game and loses their shot at winning a cash prize. The surviving participants search for the location of the host, who interacts with them from his secret command post somewhere in Europe. Mind-blowing and spectacular gameplay will keep viewers engaged and playing along, on all screens.
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What Makes Country Manor Shake Metal Roofing Superior?
Hand-split wood shakes have been used to roof American homes for centuries. Most popular today is the cedar shake shingles. They are widely chosen for their character, charm, and beauty. But there is a problem with using natural wood, especially in the Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin areas… as a roofing solution, it has undeniable drawbacks.
If you want to maintain their natural beauty, wood or cedar shakes require ongoing (read constant) maintenance, including but not limited to regular cleanings and chemical treatments. And, all the while, they still pose a serious fire risk to your home. A wind-blown ember, whether from a chimney or wildfire, can easily ignite a wood shake roof.
The Country Manor Shake aluminum metal roofing system was specifically designed to match the beautiful look of wood shakes and cedar shake shingles…but without all of the problems.
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In today’s day and age, everyone in a family has a smart device of their own. However, the family war starts at the end of the day once these devices run out of power. In comes the 5-in-1 FamilyCharger to save the day.
This 5-cable charging behemoth comes with every connector there is in the market. The 5-in-1 FamilyCharger is the one-stop-shop for charging all your devices at once. Equipped with one Micro-USB, one USB-C and three Lightning connectors, this can charge every type of device simultaneously.
If you’re presuming that this charger will charge your devices slower than the traditional single connector chargers, then I’m afraid you’re wrong. The charging station comes with a 52-W power adapter. Each connector is independent and this allows the charger to deliver dedicated power to each and every device simultaneously. Each of the connectors is capable of delivering power up to 12W. Also, the Micro-USB connector supports QuickCharge 3.0 up to 18W.
Now, if you are troubled by thinking that this charging station would be unsafe for your Apple devices, then you can relax already. The charger is MFi-certified, being the first of its kind. This means that charging your Apple devices with it won’t be a problem. It also comes with a reasonable 9-ft braided power cable and thus it is quite accessible by everyone in a room.
You can get the fully kitted FamilyCharger for $75. Now, if you already have your own 5-port power supply, you can get the Cord-Only version that excludes the 52W power adapter for $50. However, the sad part is that the charger is only available in the US. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
By now I’m sure you know the “news that rocked the beer world” aka Goose Island gets sold to AB Inbev. It’s big news for sure and it’s definitely something to talk about.
I’ve sat here most of the day reading Twitter, articles, and blog posts about the GI situation, and for the most part everyone is shocked.
Yes, dropping the name Inbev or AB or anything macro in the craft beer world is like ripping a wet fart during a pastor’s sermon in church. Shocking. Appalling, perhaps even disgusting. All are reactions the beer community is emoting as the story unfolds.
I’m going to skip straight to this. Idealism. Especially craft beer idealism. The beer scene in the United States is booming of course. And with it is a growing sense of elitism. More and more now I’m hearing “I am a craft beer drinker” or “I drink craft beer” said in a “I drive a hybrid, because I want to be part of the solution, not the problem” smug sort of way. I get it, you drink craft beer, but don’t start acting like the wine people do. That’s why we are beer people.
And listen, I actually AM a craft beer drinker… a constant craft beer drinker. Read: much more than I should. I love most everything about the beer scene in the US, except for this smug idealistic attitude that is growing rampant. I tell people I love beer. I drink beer. No need for “craft” or “micro.” You’ve seen me drink. You get it.
Macro money got to Goose Island. People are shocked. Dismayed. Upset. But for you, what has changed? The financial side? If that’s actually it — what are you upset about? Do the banking transactions actually affect what you taste in your beer? Are you so idealistic that you can’t lay lips to a Bourbon County Vanilla Stout because AB makes a light lager? Oooooookay.
Beer is a business as much as it is an artform. Plain and simple. I’ll happily say – true, IF there was money to be had from a non InBev source – perhaps it might have been a better option. But really, InBev makes an investment in a craft brewer, (especially when macro sales are declining) and you get up at arms like someone just sold children into sweatshop slavery. I’ve even seen people say they will never drink another Goose Island beer.
Fine. Keep your idealism. Hold your head high, for you are the champion of what is right for what’s in your pint glass. If the beer Goose Island will be producing after the check is written remains the same, I’ll keep drinking it. Take your idealistic stand. More for me. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
By Michael S. Derby
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Rising income levels helped Americans manage their expanding debt loads during the third quarter, even as some signs of stress mounted, the New York Federal Reserve said in a report released on Wednesday.
The regional Fed bank said in its latest Quarterly Report on Household Debt and Credit that total levels of debt during the recently finished quarter rose 0.8% from the prior quarter to $17.94 trillion. Total (EPA:TTEF) debt levels are up $3.8 trillion since the close of 2019, before the COVID pandemic struck.
As debt levels rose, so did troubled borrowing. The New York Fed said borrowing that currently is in some form of delinquency rose to 3.5% of the outstanding borrowing during the third quarter, up from 3.2% in a similar status during the second quarter.
At the same time, types of debt moving into troubled status during the quarter were mixed, with credit card delinquency transition rates ebbing but trouble rising “slightly” for auto-related debt and mortgages, the New York Fed said in a press release. Some 126,000 consumers had a bankruptcy added to their credit reports, down a touch from the prior quarter.
It noted that the overall rise in debt levels should be viewed in the context of households doing better with their incomes.
The New York Fed said in a separate blog post that during the third quarter Americans’ total disposable income reached $21.8 trillion and the ratio of the balance between total debt to income moderated to 82%, below the 86% ratio seen at the end of 2019. “Relative to incomes, balances are actually lower than they were before the pandemic,” the blog posting said.
New York Fed researchers also said in a media call that delinquency levels were something to watch, but overall household balance sheets are in pretty good shape. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Oedipus Rex, by Socrates, is a play that shows the fault of men and the ultimate power of the gods. Throughout the play, the main character, Oedipus, continually failed to recognize the fault in human condition, and these failures let to his ultimate demise. Oedipus failed to realize that he, himself was the true answer to the riddle of the Sphinx. Oedipus ignored the truth told to him by the oracles and the drunk at the party, also. These attempts to get around his fate which was determined by the gods was his biggest mistake.
Oedipus was filled with hubris and this angered the gods. He believed he was more that a man. These beliefs cause him to ignore the limits he had in being a man. Oedipus needed to look at Teiresias as his window to his future. Oedipus believed that he could take on the Sphinx and rid Thebes of the plague. The plague was the gods example of the fault in human condition. Children and mothers were dying and the world was at war with itself. The plague showed that the mortality of being human is a death sentence. The riddle of the Sphinx defines human limits.
The first stage is that of a baby, the second is when you are your strongest, and the third stage is when you are old an dying, and there is no way to avoid this cycle. Oedipus fails to recognize the third stage of the riddle in himself even though it is staring him in the face in the form of Teiresias. Throughout the play, Oedipus is faced with the truth and fails to acknowledge it. He is first told by the drunk at the party, but he dismisses it as just something said by an ignorant drunk. He then visits the oracle and is told his fate determined by the gods and believes he can escape it by fleeing to Thebes.
On his way he carries out the first part of the fate by killing his father. He then makes it to Thebes and marries Jocasta, unknowingly fulfilling the fate. Teiresias finally tells Oedipus the horrible truth, but Oedipus calls him a liar and fails to recognize the truth again. When Oedipus finally figures that what the oracle, drunk, and Teiresias was all true, he cannot handle it and blinds himself while Jocasta kills herself. Oedipus believes he can surpass that of what any man had ever achieved. He believed that he had conquered the Sphinx and solved the riddle.
He believes he is the greatest of all Thebans and can make all the mysteries of the people of Thebes plain. He prides himself as the seeker of truth and will not stray from his mission of finding truth. Oedipus does not understand the chorus cries for the wisdom of the modest life as his hubris grows and grows and continues to anger the gods. He is quick to recognize the faults and limits of all the people of Thebes but does not understand that he too, contains the same flaws. The riddle which he believes he solves, he never truly understands.
He doesnt know himself and does not recognize that the truth can sometimes bring terror and that there are some truths which are not meant to be known. Oedipus is the example that Socrates made for all people who fail to recognize their limits as human beings. Oedipus goes throughout the whole story believing that he is the greatest of all men and the solver of the riddle and savior of Thebes. Throughout the play he believes he escaping his fate but plays right into the gods hands. His continues to climb the ladder of humanity until he is finally dropped from it by the gods in the revealing of the truth. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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A compact and convenient knife vest for those looking for the cheapest option in the body armor. The vest fits easily under a shirt or sweater. The vest is of good quality and protects the wearer front, back and forearms. A highly regarded West both for their functional properties, and its price!
The vest protects against
The vest is designed to provide protection against cuts, stings and direct blows with sharp or pointed objects, and to mitigate the impact of hard punches and kicks. Even shots from an iron pipe. The vest can also be used as protection in martial arts.
The vest has front and rear 2.2 mm thick plastic plates and 1.2 mm aluminum plates. Plates can easily be collected. Total weight for the vest 1.5 kg. Vest outer material is made of durable Cordura. Black color. The vest is not certified.
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Withdrawing your winnings from Caesars Sportsbook via Cash at Cage is a convenient and secure option for accessing your funds quickly. This guide will walk you through the steps to withdraw your money using the Cash at Cage method at Caesars, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free process.
Why Use Cash at Cage?
Cash at Cage is an attractive withdrawal method for several reasons:
- Instant Access: Get your funds immediately without waiting for processing times associated with bank transfers or e-wallets.
- No Fees: Avoid potential fees that might be charged by other withdrawal methods.
- Security: Directly receive your cash from a trusted casino cashier.
Step-by-Step Guide to Withdrawing via Cash at Cage on Caesars Sportsbook
Step 1: Log Into Your Caesars Account
First, log into your Caesars Sportsbook account using your username and password. If you don’t have an account yet, you will need to sign up and complete the registration process.
Step 2: Navigate to the Withdrawal Section
Once logged in, navigate to the cashier or banking section of the website or app. This is where you will manage all your deposits and withdrawals.
Step 3: Select Cash at Cage as Your Withdrawal Method
In the withdrawal section, you will see a list of available withdrawal methods. Select “Cash at Cage” from the list of options.
Step 4: Enter Withdrawal Amount
Next, enter the amount you wish to withdraw. Ensure that the amount is within the minimum and maximum withdrawal limits set by Caesars.
Step 5: Choose a Casino Location
You will need to choose a Caesars casino location where you will collect your cash. Make sure to select a convenient location where you can easily visit.
Step 6: Confirm the Withdrawal
Review the details of your withdrawal request to ensure everything is correct. Confirm the withdrawal, and Caesars will process your request. You will receive a notification when your cash is ready for pick-up.
Step 7: Visit the Casino
Go to the selected Caesars casino location with a valid photo ID. Head to the casino cage, inform the cashier of your withdrawal request, and present your ID. The cashier will verify your details and provide you with the cash.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Withdrawal Not Ready
If you arrive at the casino and your withdrawal is not ready, consider the following possible reasons and solutions:
- Processing Time: Allow for the standard processing time. It may take a few hours for the withdrawal to be processed and prepared.
- Check Notifications: Ensure you have received a confirmation email or notification indicating that your cash is ready for pick-up.
- Contact Support: If the issue persists, contact Caesars customer support for assistance.
If there is a discrepancy in your withdrawal details, check the following:
- Verify Details: Double-check that all details entered during the withdrawal request are accurate.
- Update Information: If necessary, update your account information and re-initiate the withdrawal request.
- Contact Support: If you need further assistance, reach out to Caesars customer support.
Advantages of Using Cash at Cage for Withdrawals
Withdrawing via Cash at Cage provides immediate access to your funds, eliminating the wait times associated with other methods.
No Transaction Fees
Avoid transaction fees that might be charged by banks or e-wallets, allowing you to keep more of your winnings.
Collecting your cash directly from a trusted casino cage ensures a secure and reliable transaction.
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- Bring Valid ID: Always bring a valid photo ID when collecting your cash at the casino.
- Check Casino Hours: Ensure that the casino cage is open during your visit.
- Stay Informed: Keep track of your withdrawal request status through notifications from Caesars.
Withdrawing funds via Cash at Cage on Caesars is a convenient, fast, and secure method to access your winnings. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily request a withdrawal and collect your cash at a Caesars casino location. Remember to bring a valid ID, verify your details, and monitor your request status to ensure a smooth experience. With these tips, you can enjoy a hassle-free withdrawal process on Caesars Sportsbook. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, the kitchen is not just a place to cook; it’s the heart of the home where families gather, friends mingle, and memories are made. A kitchen renovation can breathe new life into your space, enhancing both its functionality and aesthetic appeal. Whether you’re looking to update outdated features, improve efficiency, or simply create a more inviting atmosphere, a well-planned renovation can transform your kitchen into a haven you’ll love spending time in.
Define the Scope of Your Renovation
Before diving into the renovation process, it’s essential to define the scope of your project. Consider factors such as your budget, timeline, and desired outcomes. Are you looking for a complete overhaul, or are you focusing on specific areas like cabinets, countertops, or appliances? By clearly outlining your goals and priorities, you can streamline the renovation process and ensure that the end result aligns with your vision.
Assess Your Needs and Wants
Take stock of your current kitchen and identify what’s working well and what isn’t. Are there layout inefficiencies that hinder workflow? Do you need more storage space or better lighting? Make a list of must-have features and wishlist items to guide your renovation decisions.
Set a Realistic Budget
Renovating a kitchen can be a significant investment, so it’s crucial to establish a realistic budget upfront. Consider factors such as materials, labor costs, and any unexpected expenses that may arise during the project. While it’s tempting to splurge on high-end finishes, be mindful of your budgetary constraints to avoid overspending.
Planning and Design
Once you’ve defined the scope of your renovation, the next step is to create a comprehensive plan that brings your vision to life. From layout and design to materials and finishes, careful planning is key to a successful kitchen renovation.
The layout of your kitchen plays a significant role in its functionality and efficiency. Consider factors such as traffic flow, workspace ergonomics, and proximity to key appliances. Whether you opt for a traditional galley layout, a spacious island design, or a sleek open-concept arrangement, prioritize functionality while maximizing space utilization.
Design Styles and Trends
From timeless classics to contemporary chic, there’s no shortage of design styles to choose from when renovating your kitchen. Explore popular trends such as farmhouse charm, minimalist elegance, or industrial-inspired aesthetics to find a look that suits your taste and complements your home’s overall aesthetic.
Choosing the right materials is essential to the durability, performance, and aesthetics of your kitchen renovation. From durable quartz countertops to sleek stainless steel appliances, prioritize quality materials that can withstand the rigors of daily use while adding visual appeal to your space.
Execution and Implementation
With a solid plan in place, it’s time to bring your kitchen renovation to life. Whether you’re tackling the project yourself or enlisting the help of professionals, effective execution is crucial to achieving the desired results on time and within budget.
DIY vs. Professional Services
While DIY renovations can be cost-effective, they require time, skill, and expertise to execute successfully. Consider your level of experience and the complexity of the project before deciding whether to tackle it yourself or hire professional contractors. While DIY may be suitable for minor updates or cosmetic changes, complex renovations often benefit from the expertise of skilled professionals.
Effective project management is essential to keeping your renovation on track and within budget. Establish clear timelines, milestones, and communication channels to ensure that everyone involved in the project is on the same page. Regular progress updates and proactive problem-solving can help mitigate delays and ensure a smooth renovation process from start to finish.
Throughout the renovation process, prioritize quality assurance to ensure that workmanship meets your standards and expectations. Conduct regular inspections, address any issues or concerns promptly, and communicate openly with contractors to maintain quality control throughout the project.
A kitchen renovation is a transformative journey that can breathe new life into your home and enhance your quality of life. By defining your goals, planning meticulously, and executing effectively, you can create a space that not only meets your practical needs but also reflects your unique style and personality. Whether you’re dreaming of a sleek modern kitchen or a cozy farmhouse retreat, a well-executed renovation can turn your vision into reality. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
It has landed! The newest and most exciting cheese making kit in the world: The ULTIMATE Cheese Making Kit!
The ULTIMATE (you have to say it like the voice over on The X-Factor!) makes eight varieties of cheese: Mozzarella, Ricotta, Halloumi, Goat’s Cheese, Scottish Crowdie, Queso Blanco, Labneh and Paneer. Cheese lovers unite, your prayers have been answered!
It makes a whopping 40 batches of cheese…how much cheese can you handle?!
To be The ULTIMATE Cheese Making Kit it needed to be bigger and better than everything else in its way, and it is. Not only to you get everything you need to make 40 – yes we’re saying it again, 40! – batches of cheese, we’ve also included a variety of herbs and spices that can be used to create your own unique flavours as well as cheese moulds to shape your beautiful cheesy creations.
The Ultimate contains all the ingredients for cheese making with the addition of three cheese moulds to create wonderful centrepieces. The crowning glory is our hot off the press instruction and recipe booklet…it really is a beautiful thing to behold! All the recipes were created by our very own Ailsa & Alison. Here’s a sneak peek…
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Welcome to our platform dedicated to tracking the dynamics of the Overton Window. Our mission is to capture the nuanced shifts within public discourse and offer insights into the changing landscape of ideas.
What is the Overton Window?
The Overton Window refers to the range of ideas and opinions that are deemed acceptable and within the mainstream of public debate at any given time. It is a concept that illustrates the boundaries of discussion on various topics in society. As these boundaries evolve, certain ideas move from being considered radical or unthinkable to becoming more accepted and normalized.
Our project goes beyond simply recognizing the Overton Window’s opening; we meticulously gather and analyze data to discern patterns and trends related to the frequency of specific terms across influential news sources. By doing so, we provide a comprehensive overview of the ebb and flow of public discourse.
Data Collection and Analysis
Currently, we are actively collecting data from some of the most prominent news websites in multiple languages: Russian (ru), Czech (cz), German (de), and Ukrainian (ua). This multi-lingual approach allows us to capture a diverse range of perspectives and understand how the concept of the Overton Window operates within different linguistic and cultural contexts.
Over the next 3-4 months, we will transition into the analysis stage. During this period, we will apply advanced analytical techniques to the accumulated data, identifying correlations, spikes in term usage, and emerging trends. Our goal is to offer a clear visualization of how the boundaries of public debate evolve over time.
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Crypto.com is the largest exchange in the world with over 10 million users. They recently built a new blockchain to expand the Crypto.com ecosystem and drive the growth of Defi, GameFi, Metaverse, and more. The ecosystem that I want to mention here is Cronos, a blockchain product that, although newly launched, is developing very quickly. This article will provide basic information about Cronos for you
Cronos development overview
Cronos is an open source, decentralized blockchain by Crypto.com and compatible with the Ethereum virtual machine (EVM) built on Cosmos SDK technology. Transactions on Cronos are done quickly with low fees.
Cronos aims to scale the DeFi, GameFi, and Web3 ecosystems by providing developers with the ability to migrate DApps and smart contracts from Ethereum and other EVM compatible chains, as well as the ability to Interoperability with the Cosmos ecosystem through IBC (Inter Blockchain Communication).
Factors making Cronos development platform so powerful
Cronos ecosystem has many outstanding products with support features for users.
Cronos AMM DEX projects include:
- VVS Finance: This is a project supported by Particle B, built natively on Cronos. The farming program on this project is up and running and TVL is at $1.3 billion. This is the largest DEX exchange and also the protocol with the largest amount of TVL in the Cronos ecosystem.
- MM Finance: Not only specializes in DEX, but MM Finance also works in various fields such as NFT, Launchpad stablecoin, and Yield aggregator. TVL of this project is kept at 1.12 billion dollars. Despite possessing many innovative features, the transaction fee is only about 0.17%.
- CroDex, CronaSwap, Elk Finance, PhotonSwap, ChronoSwap, Empire DEX, Swapp, Annex Finance: These are also Cronos AMM DEXs but the amount of TVL is relatively small.
- We can see that VVS and MM Finance are the leading DEX projects of Cronos. Although at this point, the AMM DEX segment is no longer attractive because of its low APR and low farming value. However, the top DEXs are still holding their position as the basic piece of this ecosystem.
Cronos Bridge is a bridge between Cronos and other blockchains like Terra, Cosmos… This bridge is a completely decentralized protocol built on top of the open source projects of IBC and Gravity Bridge.
- Currently supported networks: Crypto.org, Cosmos, and Terra.
- Currently supported coins: CRO, ATOM, LUNA.
- Currently supported wallets: MetaMask, Keplr, Crypto.com DeFi Wallet.
- In the future, Cronos Bridge will support more Ethereum blockchains and some coins/tokens such as ETH, WETH, WBTC, USDC, USDT, DAI.
NFT & NFT Marketplace development
In the Cronos ecosystem, there are the following NFT projects:
- Mad Meerkat: NFT Market is built by MM Finance.
- EbisusBay: NFT Market belongs to the Cronos ecosystem.
- Cronos Punk: An NFT project on the Cronos system about NFT Punk. At this NFT you can make transactions on CroDex or Ebisubay.
- CRO CROW: NFT sells crows on Cronos. The Mint fee to create 1 crow is 100 CRO.
- Crocos NFT: NFT sells crocodiles, similar to CRO CROW.
- There are also a few projects under development such as Leonium Finance, Hibiki Finance, NFT marketplace by Annex Finance, NFT project built by Cronos World, etc.
Although the NFT projects are not really completed and many projects are still in the preparation stage, you can see that Cronos’ ecosystem is extremely vibrant and diverse.
Although Cronos is a new ecosystem, it still receives a lot of attention from investors. Understanding how assets move into Cronos’ ecosystem will help investors discover many opportunities to generate high returns when approaching projects at an early stage.
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It’s only been a few months since Facebook changed its name to Meta and it’s the meta age now. From Fashion Street brands to commercial banks, everyone wants to be part of the metaverse and has been working to build their presence in the digital world. As an extremely smart investor, you shouldn’t miss these metaverse trends in 2022. Updating the latest metaverse trends right here!
One thing that needs immediate attention shortly is that avatars in the metaverse move away from their emoji-like looks to more realistic ones. Avatar customization can be a million-dollar market but in the immediate future, metaverse users want their avatars to match their real identities.
If Meta and Microsoft are looking at the metaverse where people will come to work and interact with other people, avatars need to look more like real people doing real work. Legless avatars can work in a game, but if you’re expecting an executive to talk about the company’s new products, they just can’t float on stage.
More Popular Names to Join Metaverse
Critics of the metaverse may believe it doesn’t have anything new to offer and that it’s like old wine in a new bottle, but that’s unlikely to stop the big brands from splurging more on the metaverse, just because they’re afraid of missing out (FOMO).
Use of Alt Coins
As users begin to interact in the metaverse, the need for a medium of exchange arises. Platform creators are keen to introduce their digital currencies for use in these worlds but since users may want to join and jump out of this metaverse, a more uniform means of exchange. With non-fungible tokens (NFTs) becoming a standard feature in metaverse discussions, popular altcoins like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and their ilk will also follow the metaverse.
Metaverse companies may be eyeing selling their AR/VR hardware as a significant source of revenue at the start of their metaverse journey. However, if the metaverse is to grow at scale and not be limited to a few early adopters and enthusiasts, the entry-level requirements need to be reduced.
As for technology in progress, hardware upgrades are certain to come, but it will also require the headset to drop the frills and become an easy-to-use wearable. This includes not only creating interactive visuals but also immersive sound for a truly augmented reality experience.
No code platform
Meta may have spent billions of dollars building the first iterations of the metaverse but if the metaverse is to truly grow as a decentralized entity, users need to be free to build their vision of the world.
This means developing platforms that allow users to unleash their creativity without having to deal with the complexities of coding. The race next year will be to develop these code-free platforms and reach out to potential users.
The metaverse is changing every second, and it’s going to be the key that opens the future door. Updating these metaverse trends and becoming a good investor.
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Micro Cap Key Points
- Micro Cap refers to the smallest companies in the cryptocurrency market.
- They are usually new, unproven, and have a greater risk of failure.
- Despite the risk, they also hold potential for substantial growth and high returns.
- Investing in Micro Cap requires thorough research and understanding of the market.
Micro Cap Definition
Micro Cap, in the context of cryptocurrency and blockchain, refers to digital currencies with a small market capitalization. These are typically new or relatively unknown cryptocurrencies that have the potential for significant growth but also carry a higher degree of risk compared to established cryptocurrencies.
What is Micro Cap?
Micro Cap coins are cryptocurrencies that have a small market capitalization. Market capitalization is the total value of all coins currently in circulation, calculated by multiplying the price of the coin by its circulating supply. Micro Cap coins usually represent new or less known projects in the crypto space, and they come with both high risks and high potential returns.
Who uses Micro Cap?
Micro Cap coins are primarily used by cryptocurrency traders and investors who are looking to diversify their portfolio or potentially gain high returns. These investors are usually well-versed in the crypto market and are willing to take on the higher level of risk associated with investing in less established projects.
When did Micro Cap emerge?
Micro Cap as a concept has always been a part of financial markets, used to denote small-cap stocks in traditional markets. With the advent of the cryptocurrency market, the term has been adopted to refer to smaller, less known cryptocurrencies. As the number of cryptocurrencies has exploded over the years, the term has become more prevalent.
Where is Micro Cap used?
Micro Cap is used in the cryptocurrency market to refer to cryptocurrencies with small market capitalizations. This can include a wide variety of cryptocurrencies, from new projects still in their initial coin offering (ICO) stage to more established, but less known cryptocurrencies.
Why is Micro Cap important?
Micro Cap coins are important because they offer an opportunity for high returns. While they carry a higher level of risk due to their lack of established track record, they also have the potential for substantial growth if the project proves successful and gains wider adoption. This makes them an attractive option for risk-tolerant investors.
How does Micro Cap work?
Micro Cap works by investors buying into these smaller cryptocurrencies with the hope that their value will increase over time. This requires a thorough understanding of the specific project and the wider crypto market, as well as a willingness to accept the potential for loss. As the project develops and gains traction, the value of the coin may increase, providing a return on investment. However, there is also the risk that the project will fail, leading to a loss of the invested capital. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
PrestaShop in a fairly recent e-commerce software available to download from their website. By fairly recent, I mean it hasn’t been around as long as some of the others have been like OSCommerce and Zen cart. PrestaShop exceeds all expectations as far as quality and usability is concerned. It has many in-built modules and hence it is not necessary to hire a PrestaShop developer for the basic things unlike in many of the other ecommerce software.
PrestaShop has another good feature where you can add new modules if the ones you need are missing. However any customization that you require would require the expertise of a PrestaShop developer. Because even though PrestaShop is really easy to use and has many modules to start with the theme integration may require some help of the professional. It is usually the case that a shop owner requires a unique design for their respective e-commerce venture and thus this needs to be specially developed and integrated using the help of the professionals.
It is possible to install a template via the PrestaShop theme installer module by following the steps mentioned here.
PrestaShop Admin Panel —> Themes Section —> Theme Installer
- First login to the admin panel of your PrestaShop installation.
- From the admin panel’s admin menu navigate to Preferences Themes.
- It is possible to select a new theme here from the list of themes on display.
- If your theme is not on display it is even possible to add a theme via the button of the same name present on the top section of the page.
- Either way it is possible to change the theme in this method.
- Once the theme has been changed then there is the option of also changing the appearance. For example there is a special section for changing the header logo, mobile header logo and email logo to name a few. There are many other preferences that can be configured from this section.
- Thus by following the above steps you have now changed the theme and applied a new one.
Feel free to contact our prestashop developer team today.
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- How to install a template in prestashop | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
[VIDEO] Whitewater Pros: Big Snowpack Leads to Epic California Rafting
Posted May 11, 2023 by Jack Armstrong: grandson of founder George ArmstrongWhen the snowpack in the Sierra Nevada is above average, any river guide gets an extra twinkle in their eye. And it’s not because they won the lottery. It’s because we just got the dream-come-true rafting conditions that happen once in a decade.
In over 60 years we’ve seen some seriously abundant snowpack years: We were rafting in 2011 when the winter reported in at 162% of normal. We were rafting in 2017 when it was 173% of normal. And, we were rafting in the record-setting year of 1983 when the snowpack report came in at 230% of normal.
All-Outdoors owner Scott Armstrong, along with veteran guides John V. and Scooter have been around for all those seasons. Listen to them explain what it means to the California rafting world when we get an unusually snowy winter.
Long Season with More Water and More Fun
All of the 10 California rivers we raft on get a boost when there is more water running through them. Whether it’s a beginner river or an advanced river, they’re all more fun. It isn’t just springtime either – the entire season is better. The canyons have a lot more life in them and everything is fresher.
John V.’s first season as a river guide was in 1982, which saw some big water on the Merced River where he worked that year. He got hooked on rafting right away. And even after all these years he still gets just as excited when the water comes up. One of his favorite things are those big ocean-like waves that appear with higher flows. As you go up and down through them, you get a sense of weightlessness at the top. Then when you are down, the raft in front of you disappears because the waves are so tall. That is some fun rafting!
You Can Do This!
Scooter, who has also been river guiding since the early 80’s, reflects on the sense of accomplishment that can be felt at the end of the day. He remembers many times when guests would be very apprehensive before their rafting trip. In most cases, those same guests would be high-fiving everybody afterward and would be elated that their trip was a success.
Scott Armstrong points out that it can sometimes be a challenge for rafting outfitters to make people understand that “they can do this”. Those in reasonable physical condition who are comfortable swimming are going to have a blast even at higher springtime flows. Families with younger children will still benefit from the outstanding conditions later in the summer when the rivers return to normal levels. Learn how to determine whether taking a trip at higher springtime flows is right for your group or if you should wait to raft later in the summer.
Experience Is What Counts
All-Outdoors has been rafting on California rivers from the beginnings of the sport in the 1960’s. We’ve learned a lot over the decades, seeing many rivers in various conditions. All this knowledge and skills are passed down to each new generation of river guides. Over the years and along with improved equipment, we’ve turned potentially challenging higher flow situations into manageable ones. Nowadays, both younger and veteran guides enjoy the energy of a rafting season boosted by an extra wet winter. They are excited to work together and to share the experience with our guests.
Don’t Miss These Once-In-A-Decade Conditions
Any year we get an above average snowpack is exciting. It means we get full seasons on all of our California rivers. We get side creeks with waterfalls, rolling rollercoaster-like waves, huge splashes, and an extra long wildflower season. It also means that a river that you may have already rafted at normal flows may have a completely different personality. Those rocks and boulders you maneuvered around are often replaced by big splashy waves. And it can feel like a new river that you’ve never rafted before. These seasons don’t happen often and they make for some of our most memorable trips. We’re excited for you to join us! | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
One of the main differences is that On-Premise installations can cover internal networks as well but are more expensive. Whereas online or cloud-based web vulnerability scanners are only capable of reaching external services that you host but scan your web assets at a much cheaper rate.
In this article, we will cover a few advantages and drawbacks of both.
Advantages of a Cloud-based or Online Web Vulnerability Scanner:
Cloud-based web vulnerability scanners can help you quickly find any potential threats to your company. Scanning from a dedicated public IP to bypass any restrictions is also configurable.
And since all the scans are ran on the cloud, compute resources are used more effectively and the cost per scan is also much lower.
The software also comes as a ready-to-use package, meaning little to no time is spent in installation & configuration (no need to host your own internal API to integrate it into your current CI/CD flow for example).
Drawbacks of a Cloud-based or Online Web Vulnerability Scanner:
One potential disadvantage is some companies may be hesitant to use an external solution due to internal company policies that prohibit any unauthorized third-party services to hold or store sensitive data (like scanning data).
With BLACKBIRD Security Scanner, we provide you the possibility to encrypt your data using your own private key pair. BLACKBIRD Security Scanner already encrypts all your data by default at rest (AES) and in-transit (TLS).
As mentioned before, scanning of internal assets is also not as straightforward as all scans are ran on the cloud on external networks. This may reduce the coverage in your vulnerability scans.
Advantages of an On-Premise Web Vulnerability Scanner:
On-premise installations are deployed internally and can of course reach internal components and increase coverage significantly.
Furthermore, you are in full control of everything, including your data. You can decide where and how to save any output in compliance with company policies.
Drawbacks of an On-Premise Web Vulnerability Scanner:
On-Premise installations are often quite complex and can allocate some of your time before you've got everything set up.
Additionally, on-premise installations are also more expensive compared to a cloud-based or online solution.
Should I Go With an On-Premise or Online Web Vulnerability Scanner?
It totally depends on your needs.
If you have a lot of internal components and your security budget allows it, it is best to deploy an on-premise solution and scan all your internal assets.
If all your assets are on the cloud, it'd be recommended to go for an online web vulnerability scanner. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
In "Beyond Zoom, Teams and video lectures Gedera, Datt, Brown, Forbes, and Hartnett (2011), ask what university students want from online learning. But I suggest this says more about the authors, than the students. To students, online is just a normal part of learning. You might as well ask them what they want from smart phones, to which today's student is likely to ask: "What other sort of phone is there?".
The COVID-91 pandemic did not turn learning "upside down", as the authors claim. Most students were mostly studying online already. It was just a shock for teachers, to be forced to face this reality.
Since 2020, there has been a lot published on online learning, but revealing little which was not already known, from decades of prior research. For the authors to suggest the student voice was not heard is valid, but no more so that for other forms of learning. As a student of education myself, I learned early on to be careful in expressing any criticism of my instructors, lest I be punished. This was a painful lesson to learn, having being invited to comment on a program, and then being banished from it for a year, for doing so.
The authors surveyed 1,000 university students at eight New Zealand universities (NZ only has eight). That these students, particularly online ones, face "... financial hardship, family responsibilities and challenging study environments ...", should not be a revelation. Distance education, which online learning is derived from, was created specifically for students who faced barriers to conventional face to face learning.
As well as challenges, however, there also benefits online. More than half the students acknowledged not having to travel and having the flexibility to learn at their own pace and place was beneficial. But the benefits of online learning should look familiar, as they are mostly those of distance education over the decades: the removal of time and distance barriers.
The authors have conducted a useful study, but it would have been more useful if they had acknowledged that COVID-19 was not the start of online learning, and that online learning was not the start of distance education.
As for what students want, I was an online international student of education from 2013 to 2016. I wanted to complete as quickly and cheaply as possible. I wanted support from my instructors, and interaction with fellow students. What I found was the crushing loneliness of online study, and the frustration of poorly designed course materials. However, I found the online experience much better than any face to face Australian university experience: lower cost, less frustrating, better designed course materials, relevant assessment, and a successful outcome.
After seven years learning online without exams, this format came to be for me just normal education. I would now not not contemplate enrolling in, or teaching, a program requiring attendance, or exams. That would be like using coal powered car for daily transport: something which had been done in the distant past, but now so obsolete it is not worth considering. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
Alphabet Inc’s Google is set to roll out a dashboard-like function in its Chrome browser to offer users more control in fending off tracking cookies, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Cookies are small text files that follow internet users and are used by advertisers to target consumers on the specific interests they have displayed while browsing.
While Google’s new tools are not expected to significantly curtail its ability to collect data, it would help the company press its sizable advantage over online-advertising rivals.
Google’s 3 billion users help make it the world’s largest seller of internet ads, capturing nearly a third of all revenue, ahead of rival Facebook Inc’s 20 percent, according to research firm eMarketer.
Total digital ad spending in the United States will grow 19 percent to nearly US$130 billion in 2019, according to eMarketer.
Google has been working on the cookies plan for at least six years, in stops and starts, but accelerated the work after news broke last year that personal data of Facebook users was improperly shared with Cambridge Analytica.
The company is mostly targeting cookies installed by profit-seeking third parties, separate from the owner of the website a user is actively visiting, the Journal said.
Apple Inc in 2017 stopped majority of tracking cookies on its Safari browser by default and Mozilla Corp’s Firefox did the same a year later.
Google did not immediately respond to a Reuters’ request for comment. | CC-MAIN-2024-51 |
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