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You get fired, and your boss tells you it was because of something you said at work. While you are a good employee in other regards — you do your actual job very well — they do not like what you had to say and they don’t want you in the workplace with the other employees.
You understand that some people may have been offended by what you said. Maybe it was inflammatory in nature, and you knew that at the time. But you also know that you have a right to freedom of speech, granted to you by the First Amendment. Doesn’t that mean you are protected? Isn’t it illegal for them to fire you based on what you said?
It is not. While you do technically have freedom of speech, that just means freedom from interference by the government. It does not mean the freedom to say anything you desire without consequences. If you’re at work, your employer can absolutely fire you based on what you said. Your right to free speech essentially just means that the government can’t arrest you and imprison you based on what you said.
Employers definitely have the right to terminate employees for many reasons, as long as they do not center around things like age, gender, religion or race. These are protected classes. If what you said created a toxic workplace or insulted another worker, for instance, they absolutely can let you go.
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We take extra care in handling cats to help them be relaxed and not stressed.
- Dentistry: Cats are prone to Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions, which can result in an extremely painful form of dental disease. Unique about cats however, is their ability to not exhibit external pain, they just hunker down and some become cranky and others don’t say anything about it. Cats tend to be very stoical.
Considering a cat’s behavior, these conditions are often not recognized by owners. A yearly oral exam at the time of preventative health care can help to identify this and other painful conditions such as Stomatitus. This is another extremely painful oral condition that cats are subject to and owners are often not aware of.
- Allergy workups: Allergies are actually common in cats, but are usually not recognized.
- Anal gland problems: Cats with anal gland problems often over-groom, which makes us wonder just how uncomfortable this may be. This condition is best addressed at time of a thorough clinical examination.
- Nutrition: Is always a consideration in treating several different conditions in cats. For example, Urinary Tract Infections which are sometimes seen by cats urinating inappropriately, may have blood in the urine, or urinating outside of the litter box. Occasionally a plugged male cat, which is an emergency.
- Geriatric Cats (considered to be 7 and over): Yearly health exams are strongly recommended. Geriatric cats can be prone to conditions such as Hyperthyroidism, Kidney disease and mobility issues such as Arthritis
- Cold laser therapy for stiffness
- Kitty trims (long haired cats that are cranky)
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Search engine optimisation is the technique of getting a website to work better with search engines. Increasing the traffic to your site by means of responding to a search query from credible sources linking to your site from all over the web, this helps because it is seen as a letter of recommendation to a search engine such as Google, and an increase of traffic equals to a bigger online presence.
The way SEO works is through optimising your website by using keyword terms, link building, citations and marketing strategies, hence improving your rankings on search engines.
Quality link building, citations and social popularity will enhance your clients’ website reputation online, the more visibility and relevant links mean more clicks to the site as well. The content on the site is also important, as to entice people and to keep them coming back for more business to your client.
A successful SEO is one who does their research thoroughly by figuring out what customers who are interested in your clients’ products or services key into search engines, remembering that if a certain search term is used a lot it is more likely to send more traffic to your website.
To understand each and every client’s situation individually and how they compare to their competitors and to better rank above them and the millions of websites.
Being an SEO comes with putting your client’s needs above all else because if you keep helping them build brand awareness combined with all the hits to their site they in turn make more money and stay happy with all your work you put into their site.
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Kids can be quite easily distracted.
We can’t really blame them now, can we? After all, there are still so many things they’ve yet to experience. And a good number of the stimuli they encounter are new to them. So regardless of whether they’re naturally excitable or not, it can be quite the feat to keep a child’s attention on one thing for a certain period of time.
Now, for very young children, this sort of flighty, easily-distracted characteristic isn’t anything to be concerned about. It’s normal and – in most cases – actually expected.
But once your kids have to go to school, that’s it. It’s a whole different ball game. They’re expected to sit down, be (relatively) quiet, and – most importantly – concentrate on the current lesson. (Easier said than done, we know.)
Some kids have more trouble focusing than others. But don’t forget; concentration is like a muscle. The more we use it – flex it, strengthen it, tone it – the stronger it becomes.
So if your kid finds it difficult to focus on certain subjects or school-related projects, don’t worry; there are plenty of ways you can help them exercise their focus.
Set a Working Schedule
Sometimes, the best way to get a child to focus is by managing their time. Kids don’t usually pay attention to the clock when they’re caught up in something they enjoy.
On the other hand, they’re also capable of relentlessly counting down the minutes when they’re stuck doing something they’d rather not be doing.
Children 4 to 5 years of age can usually concentrate on a single task for anywhere between five to twenty minutes. The actual number depends on different factors, such as the environment they’re in and the actual activity they’re doing.
The point is, kids – especially very young children – don’t have an excellent grasp of time yet. It would be unfair to expect them to manage their own schedules.
To help keep your child focused on their schoolwork, take hold of their schedule. Discourage multitasking by giving them a set amount of time to do one task, and one task only.
For instance; they can only do math worksheets for fifteen minutes. After that, they may spend time on their tablet – watching videos, playing games, etc. – for another ten or fifteen minutes. After that short break, they have twenty minutes to spend on their math worksheets again.
If they finish early, they should use the remaining time to review their work or get started on advanced reading.
As they get older, they’ll have a better idea of how schedules work and thus won’t need as much monitoring. But while they’re still young and impressionable, taking charge of their time can help keep them focused on school-related tasks.
Teach Them How to Break Big Tasks Down
One reason kids can’t focus on a particular task is because they might feel intimidated or overwhelmed by it. In the case of schoolwork, they may feel unmotivated if it’s related to their least favorite subject (or the subject they find most difficult).
This fear and/or lack of motivation can result in a general disinterest towards similar activities, further affecting their ability to focus on the related subject matter in the future.
To avoid this mental block, teach kids how to break big, intimidating tasks down into smaller, more manageable activities.
For instance, a one-page essay can be broken down into several smaller, easier projects: research, an outline, actual writing, and then a quick review. Combine this with a working schedule for better results.
Instead of forcing your kid to sit at a desk for two hours straight to finish a one-page essay, try this instead:
- Have them spend ten to fifteen minutes researching or reviewing their notes for what they want to include in the paper.
- Then let them take a ten-minute break.
- Afterward, they have another fifteen minutes to spend outlining the first draft. Aside from the beginning, middle, and end, what other sections should they include? What are the important points they must hit? How do they want to wrap the piece up?
- After the outline, they can have another break before they actually go in and write the essay. They may find it much easier to do so now that they’ve got a rough draft to go off of.
Ergo, it’s no longer as intimidating as it was when it was just one big task.
Let Them Try Coding
Coding and concentration practically go hand-in-hand.
Designing, writing, and cleaning up computer programs activates a lot of learning centers in our brain – including the area that we call upon for sustained attention and concentration.
As a complex and multifaceted activity, it’s pretty much understood that coding can develop a multitude of different skills. Critical thinking, logical reasoning, working memory, and cognitive skills are just a few examples.
And, yes; the focus is a part of that list.
It is near-impossible to even attempt to multitask while coding because the act of coding itself utilizes multiple activities. While you’re writing out the code, you need to be mindful of the syntax (in the case of text-based programming languages, anyway).
You also need to be aware of sequencing and cause-and-effect when determining the order of your lines in the code.
Before you even begin programming, you need to understand the situation presented and fully comprehend what is being asked of you (i.e., what do you need to solve?) in order to write the proper solution. And when you’re done writing, reviewing, debugging, and correcting needs to happen ASAP.
Ergo, it’s fair to say that coding for kids is a great exercise in focus.
As your kid gets used to concentrating for long stretches of time on coding, they’ll get used to keeping their attention on one thing at a time. The more they practice this, the less likely they’ll be tempted to multitask with other projects beyond coding.
Stimulate Cognitive Development with Games/Fun Activities
Cognitive skills is a blanket term that refers to the ability of your brain to read, think, and learn. It refers to the ways your brain holds attention, stores and retains information, finds reasons, and solves problems.
Types of cognitive skills include sustained attention, divided attention, auditory processing, and logic and reasoning. These skills – or abilities – help us properly process new information by taking the data and distributing it to the appropriate areas in our brain.
Consistently stimulating and developing these cognitive skills can help improve your child’s capacity to learn. It can allow them to process, analyze, and understand what’s being taught.
Rather than just simply memorizing what their books or teachers say, high cognitive function will allow them to fully comprehend whatever concept is introduced to them. This lessens frustrations when tackling new subject matter which, in turn, encourages them to concentrate on a specific topic or module.
Here are some examples of games and activities that can stimulate cognitive development:
- computer coding/programming
- “brain games” like crossword puzzles or Sudoku
- some board games, like Monopoly or chess
- memory card games
- jigsaw puzzles
Encourage Participation in Problem-Solving Activities
Everyone possesses the ability to solve problems. The only difference is how developed that ability is for the person in question. Some people are naturally good at it. Others are capable of quickly finding solutions simply because they’re used to doing so.
Still, others need time to fully understand and analyze the situation before trying to puzzle out a viable resolution.
Point is, we are all capable of recognizing a problem, finding the source of it, and crafting an effective way to solve it. This, as I’m sure you can imagine, is a very valuable skill for your child to have (both in school and out).
Experts agree that developing this skill can lead to a number of other benefits: improved academic performance, increased confidence in one’s own capabilities, and career readiness—just to name a few!
Aside from it being one of the most important – and useful! – abilities to have, acute problem-solving skills can also help a child focus.
The more they get used to actively analyzing situations, retaining information, and making important decisions, the more they learn how to dedicate their attention to a single task. What’s more, the more they learn how to not give up on that task until it’s completed.
Focus and tenacity go hand-in-hand, in this case. Their refusal to let a problem go unsolved helps them concentrate.
There are plenty of age-appropriate problem-solving activities for kids. Many of them are online games or mobile apps that kids can access for free (or for a very low cost). There are also physical workbooks and worksheets that illustrate deliberate problems for kids to solve.
Here are some other activities they can try:
- Computer Coding/Programming. Programming is all about solving problems. First, you need to figure out how to get the computer to do what you want it to do. That’s the concept of the code. Then, you need to write the actual code.
If you’re familiar with programming, you know that written code so rarely comes out perfect the first time; it’ll likely be full of bugs! So you then need to figure out what the bugs are and how to fix them.
Coding for kids is a great way to get your kids used to facing – and solving! – minor problems on the regular
- Jenga Blocks (or similar games). If you’re familiar with Jenga, then you know that the whole tower is a problem just waiting to happen! But, in all seriousness, it’s a great (and fun!) way to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and even spatial awareness skills!
Children must figure out which blocks are safe to pull out while they also puzzle out how to sabotage the tower on the other players’ turns.
- Card Games. From simple games like Go Fish! and Slap Jack to slightly more complicated ones like Blackjack and Crazy Eights, card games are a great way to get your little one’s noggin turning!
Remove the money aspect, and all these card games become innocent activities that can teach kids how to count, strategize, and adjust on the fly. Blackjack, for instance, encourages quick calculation. Go Fish! encourages situational awareness.
So, there you have it. Our top five recommended activities for helping your child focus in school. To quickly recap, we suggest you:
- Set a Working Schedule With Them
- Teach Them How to Break Big Tasks Down
- Let Them Try Coding
- Stimulate Cognitive Development with Games/Fun Activities
- Encourage Participation in Problem-Solving Activities
Again, concentration is like a muscle. No matter how “weak” it may seem at first, constant use and training can strengthen it. What matters is commitment and consistency. Just remember that your child has their own pace, and it’s important to always meet them at that speed. Rushing them or forcing them to develop at a speed other than their own can do more harm than good.
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Many vehicle modifications are restricted by state or local laws, and aftermarket window tinting is no different. The North Carolina DOT has put in place certain restrictions on window tint that tint installers and vehicle owners must adhere to, and these guidelines are also applicable to vehicle safety inspections. Let’s begin with the most popular question we’re asked:
What is the legal limit for window tint?
Once a window has been tinted, it must not be any darker than 35% VLT (Visible Light Transmission). When measuring VLT, a lower percentage indicates a darker tint, so 35% VLT means that 35% of visible light must pass through the tint film and window in order for it to pass state requirements. The standard is considered met if the tint is not lower than 32% VLT when measured with a photometer.
Can I tint my windshield?
The rules governing windshield tinting are even stricter than side windows. Windshield tint is allowed, with the following exceptions: the tint must be 32% VLT at minimum, and the combination of factory and aftermarket tint cannot extend more than 5 inches from the top of the glass or below the AS1 line (a visible marking in the upper corner of the windshield), whichever measurement is longer. Window tint film can never be applied below this point on a windshield in any type of vehicle.
Are there any exceptions to these rules?
Regarding windshield tint, there are no exceptions to the above guidelines, however the guidelines restricting side and rear glass tint do not apply to the following vehicles:
- Excursion Vehicles – Vehicles designed and used for tours and sight-seeing purposes.
- For-hire Passenger Vehicles – Vehicles transporting people in exchange for payment (this excludes school buses, volunteer transportation, or any transportation that involves a shared cost among the passengers and owners).
- Motor Homes and RVs – Vehicles designed to provide permanent or temporary living quarters.
- Property-hauling Vehicles – These include vehicles used for the transportation of property, such as semitrailers and trailer designed to be drawn behind a motor vehicle.
- Limousines – Side and rear windows of a limousine can be as dark as desired.
- Law Enforcement – Vehicles operated by law enforcement agencies and police forces.
- Minivans, Pickup Trucks – These are considered multipurpose vehicles; side and rear glass on these vehicles can be as dark as desired.
- Vehicles for which the DMV issues a medical exception permit
What are the medical exceptions for tint?
If a person has a condition making them photosensitive (unusually sensitive to light), they can obtain a medical exception permit from the Drivers Medical Evaluation Program by filling out a written application and having their doctor submit a required medical evaluation form that is provided by the DMV.
Once a permit is obtained it is valid for 5 years from the date it was issued, unless a shorter period of time is directed by DMEP due to a temporary condition. Renewal of this permit will always require re-certification. The issued permit is also applicable only to a specific vehicle with detailed instructions on which windows can be tinted as well as guidelines this tint must adhere to. For more information and resources, visit the NC DMV website’s Medical Evaluation Program page.
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U. NOTTINGHAM (UK)—Taking smoking completely out of children’s lives—including a ban in private homes and vehicles—is the only way to protect them from the dangers of passive smoke and the chronic diseases they cause.
Children subjected to passive smoking face an increased risk of lower respiratory tract infection, asthma, middle ear disease, and bacterial meningitis, according to a new study for the Royal College of Physicians that was funded by Cancer Research UK.
John Britton, professor of epidemiology at the University of Nottingham and director of the UK Centre for Tobacco Control Studies (UKCTCS) contributed to the report that, among other things, highlights the risks of maternal smoking and shows that living in a household in which one or more people smoke more than doubles the risk of sudden infant death.
Passive smoke also stores up problems for future generations because children growing up with parents or siblings who smoke are around 90 percent more likely to become smokers themselves.
“This report isn’t just about protecting children from passive smoking, it’s about taking smoking completely out of children’s lives,” Britton says.
Each year in the UK, passive smoking causes around 20,500 new cases of lower respiratory tract infection in children younger than 3 years, 121,400 new cases of middle ear disease in children of all ages, 22,600 new cases of wheeze and asthma, and at least 200 cases of bacterial meningitis.
These cases of disease result in over 300,000 general practice consultations, and about 9,500 hospital admissions each year, the study says.
The team studied only the more common and other selected disease outcomes, which suggests the figures underestimate the true burdens of disease caused by passive smoking.
What’s more, the entire excess disease burden is avoidable, Britton says.
One of the biggest impacts of smoking around children is that adult smokers can be seen as role models, increasing the likelihood that the child will, in due course, also become a regular smoker, writes Liam Donaldson, chief medical officer for England and Wales, in the report’s forward.
Preventing this means that adults take responsibility to stop smoking in front of their children at home, or in places where children may see them smoke.
Success will demand far more radical approaches to tobacco prevention, particularly in terms of price, mass media campaigns, and the consideration of generic packaging, and wider smoke-free public policy covering cars, entrances to public buildings, parks, and other outdoor places frequented by children.
Protecting children is a health priority, he says, and adult smoking behaviour must radically change to achieve that.
“The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has recently led on the call to ban smoking in cars with children travelling in them,” says Terence Stephenson, president of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).
“We should be making cars totally smoke-free if there are children travelling in them. Second-hand smoke has been found to be strongly linked to chest infections in children, asthma, ear problems and sudden infant death syndrome, or cot death.
“We strongly support the policy recommendations in this new report and repeat the call for new approaches to address this problem so that we protect the health of children and young people.”
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Facebook — sorry, Meta — is working on a digital wallet for the metaverse, allowing users to easily buy digital goods and keep track of their virtual assets.
Mark Zuckerberg announced the project earlier this week on his Facebook page. The founder didn’t offer much by way of detail, other than to say it would be platform-neutral and incorporate some of the features associated with today’s NFTs.
“In the future, there will be all sorts of digital items you might want to create or buy — digital clothing, art, videos, music, experiences, virtual events, and more. Proof of ownership will be important, especially if you want to take some of these items with you across different services,” Zuckerberg said.
“You should be able to sign into any metaverse experience and everything you’ve bought should be right there,” he added. “The more places you can easily use your digital goods, the more you’ll value them, which creates a bigger market for creators.”
As its user numbers and market share continues to slide, Facebook has looked to the metaverse to remain relevant, even renaming the company to Meta in 2021.
In a recent interview with CNBC’s Jim Kramer, Zuckerberg said he expects the metaverse to have over a billion users by the second half of the decade, each spending hundreds of dollars on digital goods.
“We hope to basically get to around a billion people in the metaverse doing hundreds of dollars of commerce, each buying digital goods, digital content, different things to express themselves,” Zuck said.
“Whether that’s clothing for their avatar or different digital goods for their virtual home or things to decorate their virtual conference room, utilities to be able to be more productive in virtual and augmented reality and across the metaverse overall.”
Understanding the potential of the metaverse
Cast your mind back. The year is 1995.
Coolio’s Gangster Paradise is number one on the charts. Mel Gibson has returned home from the Oscars clutching two trophies for Braveheart, despite the slightly debilitating problem of his inability to do a Scottish accent. And Jeff Bezos is about to introduce his online bookstore to the world.
It’s easy to forget. Back then, most people saw the internet as little more than an experiment. It had potential, sure. But would it meaningfully change everyday life? Not likely.
In February of that year, Newsweek ran an article from famed astronomer Clifford Stoll dismissing the internet as a transient fad doomed to failure.
Robert Metcalfe, the inventor of Ethernet, was even more skeptical. Speaking to Infoworld, he predicted the Internet would go “spectacularly supernova” and collapse in just twelve months.
Obviously, they were all wrong. Ridiculously, hilariously wrong.
Amazon went public two years later. Its rapid success inspired other entrepreneurs. The internet replaced huge swaths of the offline economy.
It became possible to buy groceries, check your bank account, and buy a new outfit, all without leaving your home. Shopping malls — once bustling hubs of activity — entered a terminal decline.
You know this, of course. I bring it up because I want to point out that not every sector of the economy managed to smoothly transition into the digital world.
Big-ticket purchases, like car sales and homes, are still overwhelmingly an offline affair. Streaming hasn’t replaced live events. It’s impossible to replicate the sensation of wading through a moshpit, sweat dripping from your forehead, and your ears clanging with tinnitus.
And, as the pandemic illustrated, education works best offline. Zoom classrooms are no substitute for face-to-face learning.
There are huge swaths of the economy that just aren’t easily replicated online. And so, Meta seeks to change our current understanding of the internet, with virtual worlds replacing the apps and web browsers of today. In doing so, it hopes to convert those remaining holdouts.
Control and cash
Meta has bet billions — not to mention its name — on the metaverse. It has committed huge sums of money and developer resources into building the underlying infrastructure. And if its bet pays off, the company stands to benefit massively.
The company won’t merely own the underlying platform — or, at least, one of the dominant platforms. It will own the financial plumbing, too. Its influence over the online economy will grow, and Facebook will become the center of the online economy.
Its success isn’t guaranteed. But we should still be concerned. For many, the metaverse is the anathema of the decentralized, open internet.
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The rise of the startup economy – and the abundance of millennial entrepreneurial wisdom it has produced – means you can hardly go a day without seeing Samuel Becket’s words writ large:
“Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.”
In celebrating failure, it seems that these commentaries posit failure to be okay. I think this is the wrong conclusion to draw; I would argue instead that failure is inevitable. Everyone fails. Rather than wearing failure as a badge of honor (looking at you, Silicon Valley), here is how I have come to experience, and understand, failure:
Assuming responsibility for a failure is never easy. It is important to know, however, that it is never not your fault. Fault is a complex equation. Whether your failure was a direct result of your own actions or not, it is vital to be accountable for the outcome of everything you do. The people I admire are really, really good at taking responsibility for their actions. I aspire to be so willing to admit defeat.
Take time to reflect
Retrospect is invaluable, but only possible when you take time to process your experience. When you fail, stop yourself from rushing back into the fold. Take a look at things from multiple angles. Get all your navel-gazing in at once. Reflection and introspection can be intuitive processes, but are too often overwhelmed by in the desire to failure behind you.
Roughly estimating, I would say 50 percent of my failures were guaranteed from the start. Taking the time at the beginning of a new project to define success and think about what is needed to achieve that success can make all the difference.
Remember your failures
Memories of failure are anything but pleasant: gut-wrenching, embarrassing, awkward, and self-esteem rattling. At the risk of cheesiness, however, I would argue that preserving memories of failure makes success that much sweeter. Seriously. To have tried and failed is to be that much more appreciative of your accomplishments. Do not underestimate the future motivational potential of each failure.
Failure sucks. It’s not pretty, it’s not glorious, and no amount of cheerleading will change that. But it is, in my opinion, one of the greatest motivators of success.
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To drive the wider adoption of STEM in schools, researchers have promoted the benefits of teaching STEM subjects integrated across the curriculum. This integration can support more authentic learning where learning is framed in real-world application or driven through problem/project-based learning. The integration of digital technologies (DT), where the learning moves away from consumption to creation, provides for further application of learning where the development of artefacts can situated within other subjects. This integration, however, raises new challenges for effective teaching and learning, and while new technologies and approaches can support this practice, this is still evolving. In this study we explore how one high school has integrated the creation of digital artefacts situated, in the DT class, with learning in the Māori Performing Arts class. The study explores how mixed reality (MR) combined with design thinking approaches, provide new opportunities to integrate learning and support engagement in STEM. Drawing on a participatory action research methodology, this article explores the experiences and perceptions of three teachers as they adopt MR to engage and teach students drawing on critical DT skills.
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There are many benefits of getting a complete diagnosis of adhd adults scotland and Autism from an expert in private. The distance between you and the specialist isn’t as important than you think. This article will provide you with the steps to locate an individual ADHD specialist for Scotland and what you can expect from an appointment that is private. Also, find out about the costs of an ADHD assessment. It will ultimately help you save time and money. The ability to get a thorough diagnosis will improve the efficiency of the process.
Finding a complete diagnosis
Although it is difficult to get a complete diagnosis of adhd diagnosis adults scotland but it is possible. The Scottish capital has a long tradition of treating patients suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It isn’t easy to locate doctors in Scotland. It is dependent on where the facility is situated. The closest doctor to Glasgow is only an hour away. It is even more difficult to locate one in the UK.
A adult ADHD evaluation will include an extensive report that will detail the treatment options and suggest a course of action. The report will be sent to the patient’s GP, and it will also be included in letters sent to third parties. The clinic will send a letter confirming a diagnosis that can be used to prove entitlement to Disabled Students and their allowance. Patients can also get additional time, support for studying and mentoring.
A thorough diagnosis of ADHD is crucial in maximizing the quality of a child’s life. Untreated ADHD can lead to low academic performance and mood disorders, as well as issues with conduct, as well with a higher risk of substance abuse. A Scottish doctor who is knowledgeable and experienced in treating children with ADHD can have an impact on a person’s quality of life. You can trust that a doctor who has years of experience will provide you the most accurate diagnosis and recommendations for treatment.
One of the major reasons for the prevalence of ADHD in adulthood is the inadvertent ignorance. Adult ADHD sufferers typically have other mental health problems, such as depression and bipolar disorder. These are serious issues that can cause anxiety and depression. If ADHD is not identified, it can have long-lasting effects on the patient as well as their family. A proper diagnosis of ADHD can enhance the quality of life and decrease the burden of health services. However the current system is not in the best position to achieve this goal.
Locating an expert
There are many options available when you’re looking for a psychiatrist who can conduct an ADHD diagnosis in Scotland. The NHS does not recognize adult ADHD until 2008, therefore many people in Scotland might choose to seek private treatment. Private practitioners are usually cheaper than NHS specialists, and can provide an earlier and more accurate diagnosis. However, if you’re looking to avoid unnecessary expenses and hassle you should think about going the NHS route first. Here are some suggestions to help you locate a psychiatrist in Scotland.
A psychiatrist will usually conduct a thorough examination of your ADHD symptoms when you visit him to seek treatment. A consultant psychiatrist will ask your child or partner a series of questions. Then, he’ll create a detailed report with the diagnosis as well as the recommended treatment. Additional tests are possible if your child or partner suffers from symptoms similar to other conditions. Once you’ve been diagnosed you should discuss the details of your treatment with your psychiatrist.
If your doctor or psychologist has eliminated any other medical problems, he’ll refer you to an ADHD specialist neurobehavioural psychiatrist. These doctors can prescribe medications and conduct the monitoring process. While most GPs can recommend medication for ADHD however, not all of them will. You may need to pay for your ADHD medication. Your GP will be able to recommend an appropriate ADHD specialist in Scotland.
While determining the cause of ADHD isn’t an easy process, many parents struggle to find a good doctor. The most effective method of identifying ADHD in children and women is to use sensitive screening tools. Short-acting medication can be difficult to administer in schools, and medication treatment programs can be difficult. If you’re searching for specialists in Scotland be sure to take into account the factors listed above. Take into account the age of your child as well as their educational level.
Cost of a comprehensive diagnosis
A complete ADHD diagnosis in Scotland will cost you at minimum PS1600. This is the cost of an initial assessment that includes a consultation with your psychiatrist and an analysis of the report. You’ll also need to pay for at least six visits per month with your psychiatrist. You’ll be required to pay for medication for a private adhd assessment scotland; Read Homepage, psychiatrist. These costs are typically covered by the NHS however, you may require a private payment to see an expert.
Adults suffering from ADHD can also have private assessment. The AADDUK website has a list of psychiatrists who provide private assessment services. The private route can be more expensive than an NHS diagnosis but it is an approach that is non-confrontational that can assist you in making a decision your own. A half-hour consultation is paid over the phone. If your psychiatrist has confirmed that you have ADHD they will write an email of recommendation (letter of recommendation) to your GP. The doctor will prescribe medication as a part of an NHS prescription.
The NHS has recently reported tensions and inconsistencies when it comes to the provision of treatment and private adhd Assessment scotland care. These tensions can impede progress in the delivery of services. The financial limitations on individual services are a sign of how naive and poorly thought-out commissioning and treatment plans can be. The shortages in treatment also impact people’s personal costs. If the NHS can’t provide adequate care for everyone, the cost for the individual patient is likely to rise.
Alongside reducing the stigma that is associated with ADHD, education can assist people in getting the right diagnosis. If a child is diagnosed with ADHD it is likely that they will develop emotional dysregulation later on. Young people can also develop comorbid conditions like eating disorders, depression and self-harm. A full ADHD diagnosis in Scotland is likely to cost a lot more than it would in the UK.
Finding a specialist in Scotland
There are many options available when it comes to finding an expert in ADHD diagnosis in Scotland. You can see a private psychiatrist. These doctors are usually more affordable than NHS services and you’ll probably be able to access the services of a specialist at a lower cost. Your GP may refer you to an ADHD specialist. A private psychiatrist is able to prescribe controlled medication to help you manage your symptoms without the cost.
A psychiatrist will employ questionnaires and interviews to determine whether you have ADHD. A psychiatrist will investigate your current problems and adhd test scotland then verbally confirm the diagnosis. Usually medications are the first treatment they’ll prescribe. Your GP will also keep in contact with your psychiatrist at intervals to monitor your improvement. Once you have been diagnosed you can continue your treatment. You’ll need to make three appointments with a psychiatrist in Scotland.
It’s a good idea for anyone looking for an ADHD specialist in Scotland to have experience working with adults who suffer from ADHD. According to the RCP in Scotland Special Interest Group on ADHD It is crucial to find an expert in mental health that has extensive experience in treating ADHD. You will get the most accurate diagnosis if you have an experienced mental health professional who is experienced in diagnosing ADHD.
Most often, your child will be referred to a specialist for an underlying reason. Often, a parent will notice a difference between the contribution of their child to the classroom and their end grades. This could indicate ADHD however, there are many ways to manage it and be effective in beating it. It shouldn’t be a problem to find a specialist in ADHD diagnosis in Scotland. If you’re located in Scotland locate a specialist that has a Scottish board certification.
The options for obtaining a comprehensive diagnosis in scotland
A full ADHD diagnosis can be difficult to obtain. Only mental health professionals are able to identify a person suffering from ADHD. Before an assessment can be conducted, a person will need to complete an assessment questionnaire regarding their symptoms and their behaviour in various social situations. A complete ADHD assessment is more time-consuming than a regular psychiatric assessment. A diagnosis can be made in just two sessions. A psychiatrist will conduct a formal clinical interview with the person to establish if an assessment of ADHD is warranted. Family members may also be interviewed for collateral information.
Adults suffering from ADHD can also opt for private treatment. A thorough assessment will be conducted by private psychiatrists for a fee of between PS500 and PS800. Additionally, short consultations can be done over the telephone at a cost of between PS500-PS800. After the assessment the private psychiatrist will write an opinion letter that your doctor will then issue. If you decide to take this route, it may be the best option for you.
Private treatment requires a number of follow-up appointments. Your GP can help you monitor the progress and prescribe medication after you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD. However, not all GPs can prescribe ADHD medication. In this scenario you might have to pay privately for the medication. Consult your doctor to find out if there are any private adhd diagnosis scotland cost clinics or peer support groups in your area. This is among the easiest ways to obtain an accurate ADHD diagnosis.
If your GP can’t give you an exact ADHD diagnosis, it’s possible to visit a different clinic. Some ADHD clinics will prescribe medications and adhd support scotland then let you go after you’re stable on their medication. A thorough ADHD assessment includes an assessment and treatment recommendation, as well as a detailed report. The report will also include letters to other specialists. Your diagnosis will be used to verify your eligibility for Disabled Students Assistance. Your doctor may also recommend additional time at school or support with learning skills. | <urn:uuid:8c476cc8-b7e2-4085-8658-18c47e360341> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.kliniekonline.nl/scotland-adhd-diagnosis-your-way-to-amazing-results/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.95482 | 2,041 | 1.71875 | 2 |
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Learning how to predict future events from patterns of past events is difficult when the set of possible event types is large. Many of the patterns detected in the data by training an everything-affects-everything model will be spurious. To exploit known structure, we propose using a deductive database to track facts over time, where each fact has a time-varying state—a vector computed by a neural net whose topology is determined by the fact’s provenance and experience. The possible events at any time correspond to structured facts, whose probabilities are modeled along with their states. In both synthetic and real-world domains, we show that neural models derived from concise Datalog programs achieve better generalization by encoding appropriate domain knowledge into the model architecture.
The International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML) is the premier gathering of professionals dedicated to the advancement of the branch of artificial intelligence known as machine learning. ICML is globally renowned for presenting and publishing cutting-edge research on all aspects of machine learning used in closely related areas like artificial intelligence, statistics and data science, as well as important application areas such as machine vision, computational biology, speech recognition, and robotics. ICML is one of the fastest growing artificial intelligence conferences in the world. Participants at ICML span a wide range of backgrounds, from academic and industrial researchers, to entrepreneurs and engineers, to graduate students and postdocs.
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Cologne: the lovable metropolis on the Rhine
This lively city on the Rhine offers a wealth of cultural activities, international trade fairs and conferences, and numerous major events. Attractions such as Cologne Cathedral, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the city’s 12 large Romanesque churches create an unforgettable impression on visitors. What’s more, the cathedral city of Cologne is home to many museums and galleries that present top-class art treasures of all styles and from all epochs.
With shopping streets, alleys in the “old town” and characteristic urban neighbourhoods – known as “Veedel” in Cologne’s own dialect – Cologne is considered an insider tip as one of Germany’s greatest cities for shopping. And let’s not forget the excellent and exciting night life – among Germany’s major cities, Cologne has the highest density of pubs and taverns. Around 3,300 bars, clubs and restaurants invite the visitor to enjoy a cool Kölsch beer.
Cologne is richer in diversity, and more vital and lovable than virtually any of Germany’s other big cities. The “Cologne way of life” is highly infectious – and that’s reason enough to pay Cologne a visit!
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Cologne Cathedral is not only Cologne’s but also Germany’s most important tourist attraction. Each year more than 6.5 million people from all over the world visit this Gothic cathedral, which was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. At 157.38 metres high, the Cathedral is the second-tallest church in Europe and the third-tallest in the world. The imposing Cathedral houses the golden Shrine of the Three Kings, which became one of the most important pilgrimage sites of the Middle Ages.
Traditional brewery culture
A vital aspect of the Cologne lifestyle and local culture will greet the visitor at any one of the city’s many breweries. A number of the traditional brewery restaurants are located in the Old Town. A refreshing Kölsch beer always awaits the guests in these establishments. A glass of it can be enjoyed together with a specialty of Cologne’s traditional cuisine such as a “Halver Hahn” (a bread roll with Dutch cheese and mustard), “Himmel un Ääd” (Heaven and Earth – apple and mashed potato) or “Kölscher Kaviar” (black pudding).
The Museum Ludwig is one of Germany's most important museums for 20th century art and contemporary art. It was founded in 1976 when Peter and Irene Ludwig presented the City of Cologne with 350 works of modern art. These works predominantly consist of American Pop Art paintings, objects, and sculptures. In American Pop Art the Museum Ludwig boasts the most significant collection outside the USA. A collection of Russian Avantgarde art spanning the years between 1905 and 1935 also came to the museum.
A relatively new tradition reflects the romantic effect of the Rhine. For over three years, couples have been hanging padlocks on the Hohenzollern bridge as a sign of their love and then throwing the key into the Rhine. Researchers exploring this tradition believe the custom originated in Italy. More than 40,000 locks now adorn the iron bridge; the collection of large and small, old and new, artistically decorated and lovingly arranged locks is a marvellous sight to behold.
Between 1998 and 2011 the Rheinauhafen, Cologne’s youngest district, was created from former grain storage buildings and warehouses. These days pedestrians stroll, joggers make their rounds and cyclists pedal along the riverside, where coal, grain, steel and other cargo was unloaded from Rhine river barges in the past. The view of the riverfront from the Chocolate Museum to the South Bridge is characterized by a style of modern architecture in which the old and the new have been successfully integrated. | <urn:uuid:8a867547-ee41-4468-a14d-c93be4a03b27> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | http://daquasai.com/index-161.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.938021 | 867 | 1.640625 | 2 |
Formation Addressing script-writing
Be able to:
- define the screen writing field and scope,
- discover the fundamentals of dramatic styles,
- assess your motivation as to screenwriting.
Different steps: the pitch, the synopsis, the step outline, the dialogue continuity.
Specifics of screenwriting: writing for the screen, passing from literary to audiovisual worlds.
Mixing genres and formats: adventure films, detective films, science fiction, comedy, etc.
Dramatic fundamentals: three acts, narrative models, characterisation, triggering events.
Character-building: characters, goals, obstacles.
Main structures and narrative styles: simple or multiple intrigues, flashbacks, flashforwards, adapted forms of the narrator.
Writing dialogues: hearing and playing the exchanges.
Main trends and scenaristic styles: Italian neo-realism, Hollywood, the French New Wave, TV series and Web fictions.
Suitable for all professionals.
Proactive teaching approaches with alternating theoretical classes and hands-on activities.
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Daily electricity consumption in Türkiye decreased by 12.9% on Monday compared to the previous day, totaling 872,336 megawatt-hours, according to official figures of Turkish Electricity Transmission Corporation (TEIAS) on Tuesday.
Hourly power consumption peaked at 42,960 megawatt-hours at 15.00 local time (1200 GMT), data from TEIAS showed. The country's electricity usage dropped to the lowest level of 27,255 megawatt-hours at 06.00 local time (0300 GMT).
Electricity production amounted to 747,173 megawatt-hours on Monday, marking an increase of 16.7% compared to Sunday.
Electricity production from hydro power plants constituted 18.3% of total generation, while imported coal and natural gas plants contributed 16.7% and 14.9%, respectively.
On Monday, the country's electricity exports amounted to 11,781 megawatt-hours and imports totaled 20,363 megawatt-hours.
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Wildfires spread rapidly in Southern California are forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. Scorching temperatures, dry conditions and Santa Ana winds are fueling the flames. Some 10,000 acres has burned in San Diego County, including the nearly uncontrollable fire in San Marcos.
Anderson spoke with San Marcos fire chief, Brett Van Wey. There's still a full evacuation of 5,000 homes in the city. "It's a moving target as far as estimating size, we're only about five percent contained right now," Van Wey said.
Watch Gary Tuchman's report from the frontlines in San Marcos, California.
One family whose home was destroyed spoke to Anderson about the miraculous survival of their dog Rocky.
Watch Ted Rowlands’ report from inside an air tanker and see how they battle wildfires from above.
Anderson Cooper goes beyond the headlines to tell stories from many points of view, so you can make up your own mind about the news. Tune in weeknights at 8 and 10 ET on CNN.
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October 18, 1993: The day Ivan Lendl won his last ATP title
Every day Tennis Majors looks back at the biggest moments in tennis history. On this day in 1993, Lendl defeated Todd Martin in straight sets to win the Tokyo Indoor title – the last of his 94 ATP titles
What exactly happened on that day?
On this day, October 18 in1993, former world No 1 Ivan Lendl claimed the last of his 94 singles titles. An eight-time Grand Slam champion, Lendl had just left the top 15 for the first time since 1980, and in 1993, he had not reached the quarter-finals in any major tournament – a first for him since 1979. To clinch his fifth title in Tokyo, the Czech defeated Todd Martin in the final in straight sets (6-4, 6-4).
The players: Ivan Lendl and Todd Martin
- Ivan Lendl: the eight-time Grand Slam champion
Born in 1960, Ivan Lendl was ranked No 7 in the world in September 1992. After turning professional in 1978, he was ranked among the top four players in the world from 1980 onwards, along with Bjorn Borg, John McEnroe and Jimmy Connors. Although he had won dozens of ATP tournaments, including the Grand Prix Masters in 1981 (defeating Vitas Gerulaitis, 6-7, 2-6, 7-6, 6-2, 6-4), he did not claim a Grand Slam title until 1984. In fact, he had been defeated four times in Grand Slam finals, once in Roland-Garros (in 1981, defeated by Bjorn Borg), twice at the US Open (beaten by Jimmy Connors in 1982 and 1983), and once at the Australian Open (lost to Mats Wilander in 1983).
In 1984, Lendl eventually triumphed at Roland-Garros, defeating John McEnroe in an epic final where he came back from two-sets-to-love down to lift his first Grand Slam trophy. In 1985, he reached the final at the French Open where he was defeated once again by Wilander).
However, at the US Open, a few weeks after becoming world No 1 again, the Czech claimed a second Grand Slam crown, edging McEnroe in the final (7-6, 6-3, 6-4). In the following years, Lendl dominated the game, clinching six Grand Slam titles: Roland-Garros (1986, 1987), the US Open (1986, 1987) and the Australian Open (1989, 1990).
He never managed to triumph at Wimbledon, although he finished runner-up twice, in 1986 (to the young defending champion Boris Becker, 6-4, 6-3, 7-5) and 1987 (defeated by Pat Cash, 7-6, 6-2, 7-5). In the early 1990s, Lendl’s domination was over, but he remained a solid top 10 player until the end of 1992. In 1993, he failed to go past the second round in any Grand Slam tournament, and in October, he was ranked No 18, his lowest ranking since April 1980.
Ivan Lendl had set new standards in the baseline game, with a very powerful topspin forehand that allowed him to play aggressively while staying extremely consistent, engaging his opponents into a very tough physical battle. He also set new standards in work ethic, practicing more than anyone before, paying attention to his fitness and diet in a way which tennis players had never done before.
- Todd Martin: the top 20 player from America
Todd Martin was born in 1970 in Illinois, United States. He played two years for Northwestern University before deciding to turn pro in 1990. It took him two years to break into the top 100. The following year, in 1993, he claimed his first title in Coral Springs (defeating David Wheaton in the final, 6-3, 6-4), and also finished runner-up in Memphis, Washington and Montreal. Having reached the quarter-finals at Wimbledon (defeated by Jim Courier, 6-2, 7-6, 6-3), Martin was now ranked No 16 in the world.
The place: The Tokyo Indoor Open
The Tokyo Indoor Open was held from 1978 at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium, famous for its suspension roof design. The tournament had been a part of the prestigious Grand Prix Circuit in the 1980s, and had been won by several great players such as Borg, Connors, Becker, Edberg and Lendl himself (four times, in 1983, 1985, 1990 and 1992).
The facts: Lendl beats Martin in straight sets
At the 1993 Tokyo Indoor Open, although Lendl was the defending champion, he was far from being the favourite. His 1993 season had been his worst since 1979. Struggling with hip mobility, he had also undergone knee surgery, and for the first time in 13 years, he was out of the world’s top 15. In Tokyo, he was only the ninth seed, in a draw that included great indoor players such as Edberg, Becker and Goran Ivanisevic.
However, great champions like Lendl, who, at the time, held the record of most weeks at world No 1 (270 weeks), should never be counted out. He took care of Becker in the quarter-final, surviving a thriller won 6-3, 1-6, 7-6. In the semi-finals, the three-time US Open champion defeated Paul Haarhuis (who had eliminated Ivanisevic in the third round) in another deciding set tie-break (3-6, 6-4, 7-6).
In the final, Lendl faced Todd Martin, the newcomer who had reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals a few months earlier. The American had ousted the No 1 seed Edberg in the quarter-finals (6-4, 6-4). Very tall (6ft 6 in), Martin had a great serve, which he often followed to the net, but he could also be consistent from the baseline.
On finals day, October 18, Lendl proved that Agassi had been right about him when the American had said in August that “there [were] some days when he still hits the ball like a top four player” and won the final 6-4, 6-4 over Martin.
“I don’t think I belong out of the top 10 yet, but there are reasons why it happened that I couldn’t control,” said Lendl, quoted by The New York Times. “I’m going to have another crack at it, but if I play lousy, there’s a good chance 1994 could be my last year.”
What next? Lendl bids adieu to the game in 1994
Despite a good start to the 1994 season, where he reached the final in Sydney and the fourth round at the Australian Open (each time defeated by the undisputed No 1 Pete Sampras), Lendl’s decline would continue in 1994. His ranking would drop to No 30, and he would play his last match at the US Open, defeated by Bernd Karbacher (6-4, 7-6, 1-0, ret.).
Martin would be named the ATP’s Most Improved Player in 1993. He would achieve his most remarkable results in 1994, entering the top 10 for the first time after finishing runner-up to Pete Sampras at the Australian Open (7-6, 6-4, 6-4) and reaching the semi-finals at Wimbledon (lost to Pete Sampras again, 6-4, 6-4, 4-6, 6-3) and at the US Open (lost to Agassi, 6-3, 4-6, 6-2, 6-3). In 1999, Martin would reach a second major final, this time in New York, defeated by Agassi in five sets (6-4, 6-7, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2), a result that would take him to his highest ranking as world No 4. | <urn:uuid:91665f59-332a-4086-bc52-c7ef409c3589> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.tennismajors.com/atp/october-18-1993-ivan-lendls-last-title-299263.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.977615 | 1,710 | 1.726563 | 2 |
After 36 years, 33 of them in West Seattle, Dr. Hilton Herrin retired from dentistry in July. He tended to generations of tooth on town’s leftmost flank, however inside the lounge of his thirty ninth Avenue Southwest dwelling on the day after his remaining appointment, betrays an imminent exit from the neighborhood. He and his spouse, Julie, are off to a cabin on Whidbey Island. Downsizing—with one exception.
Across the nook, in a semicircular formation on a kitchen desk, sit circumstances upon circumstances of toothpaste from across the globe. One red-and-white design from Russia’s Soviet Union days bears all of the aesthetic appeal of superglue. One other from Nepal, branded “Everest,” captures the nation’s tallest attraction. A Chilean selection pokes enjoyable at a rabbit’s pronounced entrance incisors. And there’s even a transparent tube from King County jail. “You possibly can’t conceal a shank in there,” Herrin notes.
Whereas the dentist can’t declare a world-class collection of the oft-overlooked toiletry, he managed to amass toothpastes from about 60 nations earlier than retirement. For many years he displayed this gooey combine in a glass case at his West Seattle Dental Middle workplace. Sufferers would peek in and add to it, contributing mementos from their travels or homelands earlier than others beat them to it.
Now the circumstances will occupy some shelf area at Herrin’s Whidbey Island abode. There they’ll function each a reminder of his sufferers’ numerous life experiences and as testomony to an oddly unifying reality about oral hygiene: “All people on the earth desires clear tooth.”
Toothpaste, so ingrained in our lives its historical past is sort of invisible, dates again greater than 5,000 years. Egyptians cobbled collectively a very organic cleansing powder before they were even using sticks to apply it. Historical Greeks and Romans adopted swimsuit, and natural varieties finally took root in China. As we speak, most toothpastes are manufactured from some kind of cleaning soap (sodium lauryl sulfate, maybe), a little bit of grit (high quality sand, anybody?), after which one thing, Herrin says, to present it a “good end.”
The dentist speaks like a connoisseur as a result of he’s spent almost his total grownup life within the realm of oral well being. As an undergrad on the College of Washington, he labored as a dental lab technician to assist pay his manner by college. He caught round for his graduate diploma, studying the ropes within the U District by treating sufferers from all around the world. Language obstacles usually offered a problem; how might he put sufferers comfy whereas they have been in that disorienting chair? One thing visible, tactile, might assist construct that connection, perhaps?
Shortly after transferring to West Seattle to begin a everlasting follow, Herrin introduced again a blue case of Elgydium, a French model, from his honeymoon in Tahiti. Then he began making requests. “I’d have a affected person point out, ‘Properly, we’re going to be going to Brazil…’” Herrin’s ears would perk up. “‘Might you choose me up a tube of toothpaste for my assortment?’”
Ultimately he didn’t should ask. Sufferers wished to contribute their very own worldly findings. Over time, some began to see their backgrounds mirrored in that case. Container ships would carry worldwide staff—toothaches at sea nonetheless want remedying—who’d discover their nations of origin on the shelf. In flip, Herrin would attempt to study related bits of various languages, to attach with locations he might by no means himself attain.
He’s stopped in need of taste-testing completely different cultures’ paste, thoughts you, and he doesn’t have plans to crack open an Irish tube prefer it’s a 25-year-old scotch; toothpaste does in actual fact expire. “I feel it’s in all probability dried up,” he says of the Soviet specimen.
In his on a regular basis brushing routine, Herrin sometimes opts for a model title, offered it’s been independently examined. He seems to be for an American Dental Affiliation seal of approval on the label. However even a toothpaste collector should confess that the make and mannequin isn’t all that important within the grand scheme. It’s extra concerning the enthusiasm of its proprietor. “The frequency of brushing is infinitely extra vital,” he says.
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Munitions Worker Badge issued by the Department of Defence and manufactured by Stokes & Sons, Melbourne, 1914-1918.
Badges were sometimes issued to those who did not got to war by the Department of Defence to indicate that "permission to serve had been withheld owing to services being required in Australia". This practise was established after people helping the war effort found themselves subjected to criticism and personal attacks. They were wrongfully accused of showing disloyalty to their country because they were not seen wearing a military uniform. A number was often stamped on the reverse and a certifcate was provided as authentication.
A bronze badge. The obverse features the Australian coat of arms set on a ribbon with the ledgend MUNITIONS WORKER; curved below, the word, AUSTRALIA. The reverse has the legend ISSUED / BY / DEPARTMENT / OF / DEFENCE / STOKES & SON MELBOURNE; stamped 2104. The lugs for attaching the badge to clothing have been removed.
Australian coat of arms set on a ribbon with the legend 'MUNITIONS WORKER'; curved below, the word, 'AUSTRALIA'.
The legend 'ISSUED / BY / DEPARTMENT / OF / DEFENCE / STOKES & SON MELBOURNE'; stamped '2104'. The lugs for attaching the badge to clothing have been removed.
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
MUNITIONS WORKER AUSTRALIA ISSUED / BY / DEPARTMENT / OF / DEFENCE / STOKES & SON MELBOURNE 2104
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55 mm (Width), 42 mm (Height)
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Big Tech and Bitcoin vs. Altcoin
Big Tech are all the companies which are based on information technology, non-tangible unless you download it and put it in a box. Google and Paypal are great examples of how software systems can be automated to processes large amounts of information which is resulting in the creation of billionaire companies. Bitcoin is the first ever currency which is based on informational technology, a digital technology currenty with its strength in security from breach and is non-tangible and is money that cannot be put in your wallet, nor can it be downloaded and put into a box. Altcoins are all of the currency software companies that have sprouted like rabbits as a result of the success of Bitcoin and each have a specific purpose, benefit, strengths and weaknesses. Lump all of this investment technology into the exchange of Cryptocurrency and you have an explosion of extremely high risk of financial loss with an expectation for potential growth far beyond investing as we once knew it.
1: Research and pick 2 or 3 currencies you expect will yield the highest growth. A few are better than many when it comes to investing because it will give you greater financial control with future investing.
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A bridge between high school to studies and employment in the fields of engineering, science, and hi-tech
BridgeTech gap year, which began operating in the Negev in 2016, serves as a bridge for Arab young men and women from high school to academic studies and employment in STEM fields.
The program was established in light of the relatively low integration of young people from Arab society into hi-tech and knowledge-intensive industries in the Negev and other regions of Israel. The program aims to grow leaders in hi-tech and knowledge-intensive fields among high school graduates from Arab society.
The program serves as a year of preparation for academic study and employment in the STEM fields and focuses on strengthening values, leadership, community volunteering, entrepreneurship, and personal development. The program continues to serve its alumni during their academic studies as well, individually and in groups, and provides them with meaningful support in dealing with social and academic challenges.
The program lasts 12 months for five days a week and operates as a regional project that is open to all high school graduates from nearby localities. Last year, the program was expanded to the city of Kfar Kassem for the benefit of Arab young men and women from the center.
During the program, participants learn life skills, participate in leadership workshops, set up social enterprises, and develop life skills while studying mathematics, spoken Hebrew, academic English, software development, a full University Entrance exam course, and undergoing academic guidance. Alongside this, participants volunteer in informal educational frameworks, teach science classes to school students, and more.
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Five Ozarks Communities Participate in LED Streetlight Pilot Program
Thanks to Empire District Electric Co., the streets of the Ozarks have gotten just a little bit brighter and a little more eco-friendly than before, after the company installed an LED streetlight “pilot program” to assess how beneficial the lights would be.
Eight LED streetlights have been placed on Roark Valley Road, between Forsythe Blvd. and Truman Drive. The lights will reportedly stay in that location for the next two years while Empire District Electric monitors how well the lights serve the community in terms of energy use, financial savings, and maintenance.
In addition to the eight lights placed on Roark Valley Road in Branson, the company is also extending its pilot program to include LED streetlights in Neosho, Webb City, Ozark, and Republic.
LED (short for Light Emitting Diode) lights aren’t exactly new in terms of energy-efficient technology, but more communities, businesses, and homeowners have begun seeing that LED lights pay off in the long run. According to Empire District Electric, the lights will save about 60% on energy costs.
Although the initial cost of installing the lights is more expensive than that of installing traditional streetlights, Empire District Electric notes that these LED lights are likely to last about 20 years before needing to be replaced (whereas the current streetlight bulbs need to be replaced ever four years), and also that the new lights will make the streets brighter at night.
Compared to the yellowish color of traditional streetlights, LED lights produce more white light, that looks clearer and more closely resembles natural sunlight. Not only will these lights certainly decrease the number of pedestrian injuries, but they’ll provide a safer environment for drivers — and with the average new car costing about $31,000 these days, a decreased number of serious car accidents will certainly benefit Ozarks residents financially, too.
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Elephant Hindu God Ganesha Sculpture Vintage Ganesh Statue Temple Wooden Murti. Size: 14″inch(35 cm)High 8″inch(20 cm)wide 4(10 cm) thickness. Material: Wood (Single Piece). Ganesh, or Ganesha, is one of Hinduisms most popular deities. Ganesh is the remover of obstacles, the deity whom worshipers first acknowledge when they visit a temple. Ganesh is also patron of letters and of learning; Ganesh is the legendary scribe who, using his broken tusk, which he often holds, wrote down parts of the Mahabharata epic. Vintage Wooden Ganesha Statue for Home / Office Decor. This is a very nice used wooden hand crafted sculpture with Indian ancient figurines. GREAT IMPRESSIVE DECOR AND LOVABLE FOR COLLECTO RS. We also accept wholesale orders, Please write to us for wholesale enquiries. We will work with you to until you are satisfied. THANKS FOR SHOPPING WITH US. The item “Elephant Hindu God Ganesha Sculpture Vintage Ganesh Statue Temple Wooden Murti” is in sale since Saturday, August 11, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\India”. The seller is “exclusive-arts” and is located in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Type: Statues
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Kamiński R., Sikorska J., Polak-Juszczak L., Wolnicki J. 2017. Effects of temperature on body chemical composition and incidence of deformities in juvenile tench, Tinca tinca (Actinopterygii: Cypriniformes: Cyprinidae), fed a commercial dry diet and/or natural food. Acta Ichthyol. Piscat. 47 (1): 63–71.
Water temperature is a major factor regulating fish metabolism. It can influence body chemical composition and the incidence of body deformities. The latter often develop in farmed fish and this issue is currently emerging as a serious problem for aquaculture. Determining the effects of water temperature on body chemical composition and fish body deformities is an important subject for research in fish biology and nutrition, and aquaculture. The presently reported study was conducted using juvenile tench, Tinca tinca (Linnaeus, 1758), an important aquaculture species in Europe. Two hypotheses were tested: 1) temperature can significantly influence body chemical composition and the incidence of body deformities in fish; 2) the effects of temperature on fish depend on their diet.
Materials and methods.
Fish, with an initial total length of 28.4 ± 2.7 mm and body weight of 0.24 ± 0.07 g, were reared at 20, 23, and 26°C and fed dry feed Aller Futura (Aller Aqua, Denmark) only, or a combination of this feed and natural food (frozen larvae of Chironomidae) in a 3 ÷ 2 ratio of dry matter, or the natural food alone. The duration of the experiment and the daily food rations were adjusted to the experimental temperatures based on a correction factor, q, of 1.000, 0.779, or 0.609, respectively. The experiment duration was 92, 72, or 56 days for the respective temperatures.
Body deformities occurred in all groups of fish fed solely or partially with the dry diet (21.5%–89.5%). The incidence of deformities was directly proportional to the temperature and the content of dry feed in the diet reaching the maximum in fish fed exclusively the dry diet at 26°C. Water temperature and fish diet influenced body chemical parameters (moisture, protein, lipid, ash, Ca, P, Mg, Ca ÷ P, Mg ÷ P), but water temperature did not have a significant effect on whole-body P content.
Water temperature proved to significantly influence fish chemical body composition and the incidence of body deformities in fish fed dry diet. The major factor that caused fish P deficiency, and resulted in low body ash content and body deformities, was insufficient bioavailability of P in the dry diet. Water temperature appeared to only modify P deficiency symptoms in fish.
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I'm curious about how the frame marker works.
So, I read 'Robust and Unobtrusive Marker Tracking on Mobile Phones' written by Daniel Wagner.
There are some mentions about it.
A 36 bit code including 27 bit redundancy is encoded alongside each of the 4 sides of the frame, in the form of 9 individual black or white squares encoding 1 bit each (9bit = 512 different markers). The code is arranged in clockwise order, and is chosen in a way so that only one of the 4 possible corners yields a valid code without errors. This allows determining the code as well as the correct orientation of the marker.
So, do I have some detailed information about 27 bit redundancy?
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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FL – A triad of August liftoffs from the Florida Space Coast inaugurates Monday, Aug. 14 with a science laden commercial SpaceX Dragon bound for the International Space Station (ISS) – loaded with over 3 tons of NASA science, hardware and supplies including a cosmic ray detector, medical research experiments dealing with Parkinson’s disease and lung tissue, vegetable seeds, mice and much more, following a successful engine test firing of the Falcon 9 booster on Thursday.
“Static fire test of Falcon 9 complete,” SpaceX confirmed via Twitter soon after completion of the test at 9:10 a.m. EDT, Aug 10. (1310 GMT) “—targeting August 14 launch from Pad 39A for Dragon’s next resupply mission to the @Space_Station.”
Check out our photos & videos herein of the Aug. 10 static first test of the Falcon 9 first stage that paves the path to blastoff – as witnessed live by Ken Kremer and Jeff Seibert.
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The triple headed sunshine state space spectacular kicks off with Monday’s lunchtime launch of the next unmanned SpaceX Dragon cargo freighter to the ISS from seaside pad 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, now targeted for Aug. 14 at 12:31 p.m. EDT (1631 GMT).
The closely spaced trio of space launches marches forward barely 4 days later with liftoff of NASA’s amazingly insectoid-looking TDRS-M science relay comsat slated for Friday morning Aug. 18 atop a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket.
Lastly, a week after TDRS-M and just 11 days after the SpaceX Dragon an Orbital ATK Minotaur 4 rocket is due to blastoff just before midnight Aug. 25 and carry the ORS 5 mission to orbit for the U.S. military’s Operationally Responsive Space program. The Minotaur IV utilizes three stages from decommissioned Peacekeeper ICBMs formerly aimed at the Russians.
Of course getting 3 rockets off the ground from 3 different companies is all highly dependent on Florida’s hugely fickle hurricane season weather and the ever present reality of potential technical glitches, errant boaters and more – possibly resulting in a domino effect of cascading launch scrubs.
And sandwiched in between the Florida Space Coast blastoffs is the Total Solar ‘Eclipse Across America’ on Monday, Aug. 21 – for the first time in 99 years!
Although KSC and central Florida are not within the path of totality, the sun will still be about 85% obscured by the Moon.
So if you’re looking for bang for the space buck, the next two weeks have a lot to offer space and astronomy enthusiasts.
The Dragon resupply ship dubbed Dragon CRS-12 counts as SpaceX’s twelfth contracted commercial resupply services (CRS) mission to the International Space Station for NASA since 2012.
Watch this video of the Aug. 10 static hotfire test:
Video Caption: Hot fire test of the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket in preparation for it launching the NASA CRS-12 Dragon resupply mission to the International Space Station from Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Credit: Jeff Seibert/AmericaSpace
The 20-foot high, 12-foot-diameter Dragon CRS-12 vessel is carrying more than 6,400 pounds ( 2,900 kg) of science experiments and research instruments, crew supplies, food water, clothing, hardware, gear and spare parts to the million pound orbiting laboratory complex. 20 mice are also onboard. This will support dozens of the 250 research investigations and experiments being conducted by Expedition 52 and 53 crew members.
If you can’t personally be here to witness the launch in Florida, you can always watch NASA’s live coverage on NASA Television and the agency’s website.
The SpaceX/Dragon CRS-12 launch coverage will be broadcast on NASA TV beginning noon on Aug. 14 with additional commentary on the NASA launch blog.
SpaceX will also offer their own live webcast beginning approximately 15 minutes before launch at about 12:16 p.m. EDT.
You can watch the launch live at NASA TV at – http://www.nasa.gov/nasatv
You can also watch the launch live at SpaceX hosted Webcast at – spacex.com/webcast
In the event of delay for any reason, the next launch opportunity is Tuesday, Aug. 15 with NASA TV coverage starting about 11:30 a.m. EDT.
The weather looks decent at this time with a 70% chance of favorable conditions at launch time according to U.S. Air Force meteorologists with the 45th Space Wing Weather Squadron at Patrick Air Force Base. The primary concerns on Aug. 14 are cumulus clouds and the potential for precipitation in the flight path.
The odds remain at 70% favorable for the 24 hour scrub turnaround day on Aug. 15.
Everything is currently on track for Monday’s noontime launch of the 230 foot tall SpaceX Falcon 9 on the NASA contracted SpaceX CRS-12 resupply mission to the million pound orbiting lab complex.
However since the launch window is instantaneous there is no margin for error. In case any delays arise during the countdown due to technical or weather issues a 24 hour scrub to Tuesday will result.
The lunchtime launch coincidently offers a convenient and spectacular opportunity for fun for the whole family as space enthusiasts flock in from around the globe.
Plus SpaceX will attempt a land landing of the 156 foot tall first stage back at the Cape at Landing Zone 1 some 8 minutes after liftoff – thus a double whammy of space action !!– punctuated by multiple loud sonic booms at booster landing time that will figuratively knock your socks off.
To date SpaceX has successfully recovered 13 boosters; 5 by land and 8 by sea, over the past 18 months. It’s a feat straight out of science fiction but aimed at drastically slashing the high cost of access to space.
The recent BulgariaSat-1 and Iridium-2 missions counted as the eighth and ninth SpaceX launches of 2017.
CRS-12 marks the eleventh SpaceX launch of 2017 and will establish a new single year record.
In contrast to the prior CRS-11 mission which flew a recycled Dragon, the CRS-12 Dragon is newly built.
The CRS-12 Dragon will be the last newly built one, says NASA. The remaining SpaceX CRS mission will utilize reused spaceships.
The Falcon 9 is also new and will attempt a land landing back at the Cape at Landing Zone-1 (LZ-1).
If the Aug. 14 launch occurs as scheduled, the Dragon will reach its preliminary orbit about 10 minutes later and deploy its life giving solar arrays. Dragon then begins a 2 day orbital chase of the station via a carefully choreographed series of thruster firings that bring the commercial spacecraft to rendezvous with the space station on Aug. 16.
Dragon will be grappled with the station’s Canadian built robotic arm at approximately 7 a.m. EDT on Aug. 16 by astronauts Jack Fischer of NASA and Paolo Nespoli of ESA (European Space Agency). It then will be installed on the Harmony module.
The Dragon spacecraft will spend approximately one month attached to the space station, returning to Earth in mid-September with results of earlier experiments.
Dragon CRS-12 is SpaceX’s third contracted resupply mission to launch this year for NASA.
The prior SpaceX cargo ships launched on Feb 19 and June 3, 2017 on the CRS-10 and CRS-11 missions to the space station. CRS-10 is further noteworthy as being the first SpaceX launch of a Falcon 9 from NASA’s historic pad 39A.
SpaceX leased pad 39A from NASA in 2014 and after refurbishments placed the pad back in service this year for the first time since the retirement of the space shuttles in 2011.
Previous launches include 11 Apollo flights, the launch of the unmanned Skylab in 1973, 82 shuttle flights and five SpaceX launches.
Cargo Manifest for CRS-12:
TOTAL CARGO: 6415.4 lbs. / 2910 kg
TOTAL PRESSURIZED CARGO WITH PACKAGING: 3642 lbs. / 1652 kg
• Science Investigations 2019.4 lbs. / 916 kg
• Crew Supplies 485 lbs. / 220 kg
• Vehicle Hardware 747.4 lbs. / 339 kg
• Spacewalk Equipment 66.1 lbs. / 30 kg
• Computer Resources 116.8 lbs. / 53 kg
UNPRESSURIZED 2773.4 lbs. / 1258 kg
• Cosmic-Ray Energetics and Mass (CREAM) 2773.4 lbs. / 1258 kg
The CREAM instrument from the University of Maryland will be stowed for launch inside the Dragon’s unpressurized trunk. Astronauts will use the stations robotic arm to pluck it from the trunk and attach it to the exposed porch of the Japanese Experiment Module (JEM).
Here is a NASA description of CREAM:
The Cosmic Ray Energetics and Mass (CREAM) instrument, attached to the Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility, measures the charges of cosmic rays ranging from hydrogen to iron nuclei. The data collected from the CREAM instrument will be used to address fundamental science questions on the origins and history of cosmic rays. CREAM’s three-year mission will help the scientific community build a stronger understanding of the fundamental structure of the universe.
The LRRK2 experiment seeks to grow larger crystals of the protein to investigate Parkinson’s disease and help develop new therapies:
Here is a NASA description of LRRK2:
Crystallization of Leucine-rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) under Microgravity Conditions (CASIS PCG 7) will use the orbiting laboratory’s microgravity environment to grow larger versions of this important protein, implicated in Parkinson’s disease. Developed by the Michael J. Fox Foundation, Anatrace and Com-Pac International, researchers will look to take advantage of the station’s microgravity environment which allows protein crystals to grow larger and in more perfect shapes than earth-grown crystals, allowing them to be better analyzed on Earth. Defining the exact shape and morphology of LRRK2 would help scientists to better understand the pathology of Parkinson’s and aid in the development of therapies against this target.
Watch this Michael J. Fox video describing the LRRK2 crystallization experiment:
Video Caption: ISS National Lab SpaceX CRS-12 Payload Overview: Michael J. Fox Foundation. The Michael J. Fox Foundation is sending an experiment to the ISS National Lab to investigate the LRRK2 protein, a key target in identifying the makeup of Parkinson’s disease.
Watch for Ken’s continuing onsite CRS-12, TRDS-M, and ORS 5 and NASA mission reports direct from the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida.
Stay tuned here for Ken’s continuing Earth and Planetary science and human spaceflight news.
Learn more about the upcoming SpaceX Dragon CRS-12 resupply launch to ISS on Aug. 14, ULA Atlas TDRS-M NASA comsat on Aug. 18, 2017 Solar Eclipse, NASA missions and more at Ken’s upcoming outreach events at Kennedy Space Center Quality Inn, Titusville, FL:
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As technology advances, many business processes have been evolving along with it, including marketing. Marketing has shifted largely to the digital landscape, with marketers maximising the internet as the primary tool to attract consumers. Because of this, digital marketing has become the focus of many modern businesses.
It is important to remember that the digital advancement of marketing has not moved forward without risks. Several aspects of digital marketing are incredibly complex, and they could lead to serious security issues.
With digital marketing often requiring companies to provide sensitive information, businesses can become vulnerable to cybercrimes. Below are some of the common concerns that you should be aware of.
Excessive Amounts of Customer Data
Customer data plays a very significant role in the success of a business. This is also the reason premium care should be taken in protecting sensitive customer information.
Unfortunately in some cases, businesses have been known to disregard the protection of customer data by not being aware of the amount of data stored in their servers. A common mindset is that the more information you have, the better it is for your marketing strategy.
Businesses should perform regular security checks on customer data. Some servers may be running with outdated software, which can be vulnerable to malicious third parties seeking to attack. This is where IT companies can help, they provide solutions to your specific software concerns.
It is also important to consider the level of employees who have access to customer data. Limiting access to qualified personnel will ensure that your data is safe at all times.
Cyber Crimes Attacking Your Brand
Your brand is also susceptible to attacks by hackers and other malicious parties. For instance, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks can shut down your website. When this happens, clients may start to feel unsafe subscribing to your services or consuming your products.
Hackers can sometimes team up with a former employee, a dissatisfied customer driven by revenge or even a competitor to attack your brand.
Another way to attack your brand is by spreading false information to your customers. This can cause a massive blow to your brand’s reputation and lead to the loss of a significant number of clients.
Another aspect of your business that you should guard is your content. Content sellers and your direct competitors may be your first suspects for content lifted from your site. This is a tremendous abuse of your investment in content creation and copyrighted images.
To help you detect potentially plagiarised content, you can use an online plagiarism checker. Once you find plagiarised content, contact the brand and demand stolen copy be removed. You can escalate the issue to their hosting web service if the brand refuses to take down plagiarised content.
There are also many other digital marketing risks that you need to be mindful of. Without proper security measures in place, digital marketing can expose businesses to many risks waiting to devour them in the digital world.
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This book by Dr. Seuss, about making up one's mind, is the literary equivalent of buried treasure! What happens when a brother and sister visit a pet store to pick a pet? Naturally they can't choose just one! The tale captures a classic childhood moment - choosing a pet - and uses it to illuminate a life lesson: that it is hard to make up your mind, but sometimes you just have to do it!
Told in Dr. Seuss' signature rhyming style, this is a must-have for Seuss fans and a perfect choice for the holidays, birthdays, and happy occasions of all kinds.
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Caring for a pet
The story is classic and is great and the voice over is amazing. Unfortunately, the additional content is very condescending and ridiculous. I don’t need you as the publisher assuming that, we the readers, don’t know how to care for a pet.
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How do you feel in January when your New Year’s resolutions don’t deliver on their promises? What tools do you have for reinvigorating yourself and building momentum?
Tim Ferris says “life punishes the vague wish and rewards the specific ask.”
Momentum occurs from your intentional movement forward toward your goals. Try these four steps to help you be specific in your actions.
Begin right now building connections with people. Pull out your goals and review them. For each goal build a list of 10 major players that by building relationship with them you might move closer to your goals. An example might be to improve your public speaking skills. One player on your list might be to find a local Toastmasters club. www.toastmasters.org. Identify why you would like to connect with them and develop a plan to pursue them. Always, take time to consider how you might add value to them in return.
Every day is an opportunity to practice and prepare to be amazing. Focus on doing the basics, consistently and excellently. As an example, in the role of a professional mastermind facilitator one must constantly research valuable content to enrich their group. Therefore, they must set aside time to write blogs and to develop speaking points for each meeting. Begin now implementing your plan, if even on a small basis. Planning comes in the midst of action so don’t wait on big. Celebrate the little big wins.
Find an accountability partner or partners. Select someone who will commit to a regularly scheduled check in. My partners connects every two weeks for one hour to review the goals we have set, to discuss the action taken, and to determine the next set of actions steps. As a result of these meetings, we begin to create a sense of urgency to act. To be successful we need someone who will be hard on us and expect us to achieve our best. Allow these persons to bust through the walls that you build for yourself.
Accept that the journey will require perseverance and that no one ever achieves a goal without discipline. John Maxwell says “the secret of your success is determined by your daily agenda.” How well developed is your daily agenda? If you set aside an hour to write each day do you resist all outside interruptions during that time? At first it might appear rude to not answer your phone or check your emails during the time you set. The result though, will be rewarding because you will trust yourself knowing that you can achieve your goals. If you would like to discover ways to kick start your 2020, go to karencupp.com and sign up to be part of the next Business Builders Board. | <urn:uuid:59c1607e-b3ac-4e5d-a470-c16f84046bb0> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://karencupp.com/business-planning/building-momentum/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.947612 | 549 | 1.898438 | 2 |
“Breonna’s Law,” Louisville, Kentucky’s new mandate banning “no-knock” warrants; was named after 26-year-old Breonna Taylor who needlessly lost her life at the hands of the Louisville Metro Police Department because of the controversial procedure. The cops responsible for her death have yet to be charged and arrested, however, so Beyonce is calling out Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron to make it right with an open letter on her site Sunday (June 14).
Per her note, Bey demands firstly that Attorney General Cameron bring criminal charges against Johnathan Mattingly, Myles Cosgrove, and Brett Hankison. She also asks that the his office commits to complete transparency in the investigation, as well as an additional investigation into how the LMPD responded to Taylor’s killing and any other practices that “result in the repeated deaths of unarmed Black citizens.”
It’s been three months since officers killed Taylor in her own home, where eight bullets struck her in a case of mistaken identity, as the cops involved were reportedly at the wrong address. Beyonce continues to point out in her letter that zero action has been taken against the officers involved. Bey also points out all the inconsistencies in the police report, such as the fact that Taylor was shot at eight times but the police report states that she had no injuries. All three officers remain employed by the LMPD, seemingly protected by qualified immunity, which shields police from civil lawsuits.
“Don’t let this case fall into the pattern of no action after a terrible tragedy,” Queen Bey concludes in her letter. “With every death of a Black person at the hands of the police, there are two real tragedies: the death itself, and the inaction and delays that follow it. This is your chance to end that pattern. Take swift and decisive action in charging the officers.”
As Breonna Taylor’s case is still currently being investigated by the FBI with no charges for the offending officers, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer promises to sign “Breonna’s Law” as soon as hit lands on his desk.
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Most introductory Go tutorials (or any language, for that matter) start with a very simplified setup scenario. Either you edit a single file and work with that for a while, or you work in the REPL, and work there for a while. You really see the complexity of a language when you see a second file (how does it relate to the first file? Is there a setup script needed? Does it need to be in a certain path?).
Here’s what I understand. You can edit a Go file pretty much anywhere, and then do
go run test.go
And, in principle, you can add more files than just test.go. But is there a resource that explains the standard way to set up a project? Which directory to use? What files need to exist? And also, is there a resource that explains what should go in each file (how to divide up the content). I come from Java where it’s basically one class per file. | <urn:uuid:0a833633-320c-40c8-9275-50af7c7c65ad> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://forum.golangbridge.org/t/best-resource-for-go-project-setup/10154 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570767.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808061828-20220808091828-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.922795 | 203 | 2.15625 | 2 |
As you move forward with your money, it can make sense to automate your finances. The right approach to money can help you stay on top of your money, and help you avoid slipping out of the middle class.
Automation can be a good way to make sure the most important actions you take (saving, investing, paying bills) happen without much thought on your part. However, even though it often makes sense to automate your finances, you still need to be careful. Automation comes with certain pitfalls that you need to be aware of before you take the plunge.
What Should You Automate?
When it comes to automating your finances, you can automate practically anything. Your automation can boost your productivity, and ensure that you aren’t forgetting important aspects of your finances. You might also be surprised to find that you have “extra” money in your budget once you get down to the nitty-gritty and start automating.
Here are some of the financial items that you can automate for good results:
- Investing: The most basic way to automate your investing is through the 401(k) at your workplace. But you can even go beyond that. One of the best places to automate your investing is Betterment. Get in the habit of automating your investing, and you’ll build your wealth over time.
- Savings/emergency fund: You can also automate your emergency fund. You can move money from your paycheck to a savings account or emergency fund, or set it up to automatically transfer from your checking account to a savings account/emergency fund.
- Bill pay: You can automatically pay your bills without too much trouble. Put certain bills, like the gym membership or cable TV cost, on your credit card. These bills are automatically paid and you don’t have to worry about due dates. You earn rewards with your credit card, and then you can pay off the card regularly. Even some bills, those that you can’t put on a credit card, automation is possible. Have your mortgage payment automatically taken from your checking account each month. The same is possible with your insurance premiums.
- Credit card payments: Our guest on this week’s show, Matt from Listen, Money Matters, pointed out that you can even automate your credit card payment. Most cards will allow you to set up to pay at least the minimum each month. While you obviously want to pay off your credit card in full every month, the reality is that you might forget, and end up with a late fee. Arranging to at least pay the minimum each month helps you avoid late fees, and you can always preclude that payment by remembering to pay it off in full.
When you automate your finances, it’s more about making sure you have your bases covered, and ensuring that you can create effective money habits that can take your finances up a notch without a lot of pain.
How Do You Automate Your Finances?Once you decide it’s time to automate your finances, you need to make it a point to do it the right way. There are some easy ways to automate your finances, and the key is getting started.
The first step is to simplify your finances if you can. Consolidate your bank accounts and your credit cards. During the “rate chasing” furor of a few years ago, many consumers opened accounts at institutions, going after cash bonuses and slightly higher interest rates. This can lead to unnecessary complexity in your finances, especially as bank fees continue to rise. Pare down your accounts by combining accounts, closing accounts, and moving your money around so that you have a relatively simple configuration.
Once you have that squared away, our guest Matt suggests that you set up bill pay with your bank. Many banks offer bill pay services free of charge. And, if your bank doesn’t, consider switching if it makes sense. You can also visit your other services in order to find out about your automation options. I love that my milk delivery and my grocery delivery allow me to make automatic payments via credit card. I even automate my charity donations to the local food bank via credit card.
It’s also possible to use your personal finance software to help you automate your finances and stay on top of things. Once you have a system down, it’s possible to keep things moving pretty much like clockwork, and you don’t have to do much other than monitor your finances on occasion to make sure things are still working as they should.
Pitfalls to Avoid When Automating Your Finances
As with all things financial, there are some pitfalls to avoid as you automate your finances.
First of all, you should be aware of your cash flow situation. Sometimes, it’s all about the timing. You don’t want your mortgage payment to come out of your checking account two days before your paycheck is deposited. When possible, plan due dates around your income schedule. If you have a variable income, do your best to plan for that as well. You can build up a cash cushion (like Matt does), or you can do what I do, and connect your checking account to a low-rate personal line of credit that can serve as backup when things don’t quite line up.
Another concern is becoming disconnected from your finances. Automating doesn’t mean that you can forget about your finances altogether. You still need to check in every now and then to make sure that everything is working as it should. A few years ago, we got in trouble when my the payroll department at my husband’s work didn’t deposit as much as they were supposed to. We didn’t realize this error until two weeks had passed — and a transaction was denied. Even if you automate, check in regularly to ensure that everything is working as it should, and all the amounts are correct.
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Queen Elizabeth visits Germany – level 2
Queen Elizabeth II meets with presidents and prime ministers on a regular basis. However, on her trip in Germany, a robot gave her welcome.
The robot’s designers wanted to make it bow to the queen, but the robot could fall over, so they just made it wave to her.
Later, the queen was presented with a painting which was based on an old photograph. The photograph shows young Elizabeth on a pony with her father.
The painting, however, was a bit too different from the picture, as the queen did not recognise her father. Also, she didn’t like the pony’s blue colour.
Difficult words: on a regular basis (normally), bow (to bend the the upper part of the body to show respect).
You can read the original story and watch the video in the Level 3 section.
What do you think about the queen and the robot?
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News in Levels is designed to teach you 3000 words in English. Please follow the instructions
How to improve your English with News in Levels:
- Do the test at Test Languages.
- Go to your level. Go to Level 1 if you know 1-1000 words. Go to Level 2 if you know 1000-2000 words. Go to Level 3 if you know 2000-3000 words.
- Read two news articles every day.
- Read the news articles from the day before and check if you remember all new words.
- Listen to the news from today and read the text at the same time.
- Listen to the news from today without reading the text.
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- Effectiveness- It’s rare that CBD won’t have any effect at all. There is definitely a range that varies from dog to dog, but you’ll usually have a noticeable difference within the hour. You’ll have to gauge the results yourself, but there will always be some sort of calming effect.
- Versatility- The sheer number of conditions that CBD affects is nothing short of amazing. The official medical testing in the US is still very new, but there have been amazing studies in other parts of the world that attribute CBD to significant success in treatments throughout the body.
- Ease of use- The dropper dosage system helps you to control the specific amount of CBD that you administer to your dog. It helps you to regularly manage the dosage consistently once you have determined the correct quantity for your dog.
- Safety- CBD is completely non-toxic and there is no lethal dosage. There are very few ingredients and they are all-natural. It is THC-free, so there is no uncomfortable high associated with ingestion.
- Not a good match- Every dog is unique, and some dogs just won’t like how CBD makes them feel. It’s generally very popular, but some dogs just don’t mesh with CBD. They are few and far between, but it does happen.
The best CBD oil for dogs is very effective at improving the quality of life of your pets. There are several benefits that are almost immediately noticeable and a few benefits that are more subtle. Pain and anxiety relief are the two main goals for most consumers. Not only do dogs benefit from those advantages, but they can also be less aggressive, more playful, more affectionate, and all-around happier dogs. CBD is a safe and easy way to make sure that your dog is getting the most out of life in a responsible and measured way.
Features of Dope Dog Salmon CBD Oil
CBD has widely been used by people and animals for years to treat pain, anxiety, nausea, digestive issues, and many other problems for years. Luckily, more and more people are starting to realize the benefits of this amazing cannabinoid. The clear-headed and relaxed feeling gives the mellow calmness of taking off a heavy coat after a long day. It’s very gratifying to be able to share that experience with a dog that is regularly stressed or in pain. Watching them get a truly restful night’s sleep is a gift.
THC is the part of cannabis that gives you the high. It’s unnecessary and confusing for dogs, so it’s great that this oil uses CBD isolate. Isolate is pure. Compared to, for example, distillate which is a mixture of all the different cannabinoids found in the hemp material that was extracted. There are some tinctures that have low doses of THC, but that is entirely unnecessary.
The soothing anti-inflammatory properties of CBD are one of its greatest features. Stiff and swollen joints aren’t fun for anyone. Especially for a dog that can’t ask for help as easily as a person can. Ease of motion is something that we take for granted until it’s gone. Being able to restore that to your dog is a gratifying experience.
Omega-3 Salmon oil
The salmon oil bonds to the CBD so that the body can process it. Otherwise, most of the CBD would simply pass through the digestive system without doing much good. It also has several complementary benefits of its own. Omega-3 oil is favorable to the eyes, coat, brain, heart, bones, muscles, skin, and various other internal systems . Working together with CBD oil, these substances make a powerhouse team for the health of your dog. The salmon flavor also helps with administering the dose. Pills and medicated drops are difficult to get a dog to take, but the fish flavor is easy to mix into their diet. Most dogs will even take the oil straight from the dropper.
Detailed control overdosage is always important when it comes to anything that we ingest. The clearly labeled milliliter markings along the side give you that control so that you can confidently administer CBD to your dog at any time.
Third-Party Laboratory Tested
A qualified third-party laboratory tests a sample of each batch before it is shipped. This is to ensure that every drop is the exact concentration and quality that you expect. Measurable and repeatable results are the goal and these safeguards are in place to confirm that.
Simplicity is usually the best. Having such few ingredients lets you know that you’re using a quality product. It doesn’t need emulsifiers and preservatives to be effective. It only needs the CBD and the salmon oil to be functional. They found two high-quality, natural, sources for these ingredients and made something great for your dog.
Is this the right choice for you?
Deciding to try Dope Dog Salmon CBD oil for your dog might be the right choice for you. It’s an interesting substance and it has some unique properties. Ideally, it will help your dog solve some sort of problem. It could be something very specific to them, or it could be something very general. Either way, it could be worth it for them to try. Even if it doesn’t solve the initial desired problem, it might have some unforeseen positive results. Less inflammation and pain can give older dogs a more active lifestyle. A calmer disposition can give more aggressive dogs a new perspective long enough to start building trust. An anxious dog that can feel calm in a stressful situation might not feel as anxious in a similar situation in the future. It’s great to have goals. Even if that goal is achieved, that doesn’t mean you can’t have multiple overlapping benefits. Our pets have to trust us with their wellbeing, and CBD might be an option to consider. | <urn:uuid:6664b9f3-9a9d-428a-873b-af850a71071b> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.thepamperedpup.com/dope-dog-salmon-cbd-oil-review/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.964607 | 1,253 | 1.609375 | 2 |
Thought of the week
If you think that the whole world is your enemy, imagine that you are a basket weaver, and you have a huge pile of reeds. To make baskets, you have to weave them in the right way. Similarly, faced with the challenges you encounter, you have to weave an inner basket big enough to hold all the ups and downs of life without them overwhelming you. In short, you need to take care of your mind wisely.
JIGME KHYENTSE RINPOCHE (b. 1964)
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Charters and Cartularies
The eleventh and twelfth centuries witnessed, like earlier periods, continued charter composition as well as extensive charter copying. The majority of surviving single-sheet charters are from before the eleventh century, whereas the earliest known cartularies date from the early eleventh century. While cartulary production increased in the twelfth century, there are still fewer than thirty remaining from this period, the majority being from the thirteenth century onwards.1 Until the early thirteenth century, there are no secular cartularies, only ecclesiastical, although secular charters were being produced and copied throughout the Anglo-Saxon period and the eleventh and twelfth centuries. Many of the charters found in cartularies are copies of earlier single-sheet charters, the majority of which are now lost, and most charter texts have multiples copies found in several cartularies. Copying a charter into a cartulary is not only for organisational purposes, it also gives charters a permanence and importance that a single page does not have, and increases the chance of a text's survival as whole manuscripts are much more likely to survive.
The charters produced in the eleventh and twelfth centuries can be used alongside those which are copies of earlier texts to build a picture of the political, economical and physical landscape at that time, as well as giving insight into the progression and development of local spaces and post-Conquest attitudes towards their history.2
The majority of work on charters has been on their composition and on their contents as a resource for researching the political or economical state of a settlement, or for place-name and local geographical information. Where a charter is a copy, it is generally treated as a tool for accessing the supposed original text. As such, later copies of charters are used either as further support in establishing the original form of the text--since the later copy is a corrupted form--or to look at the possible reasons for their copying.
While these are valuable reasons for studying, there is a further aspect to these later copies that has been less explored, and which was suggested by Thorpe as early as 1865:
From time to time these Registers or Chartularies were recopied, and, for the most part, translated in recopying into the form of speech current at the later period; thus they offer to the philologist a mass of data upon which inquiries into the progress and changes of language can be more securely founded.3
Studying later copies in their own right opens up new motivations and circumstances. They are not pale imitations obscuring the earlier, corrupted text; they are part of a tradition and provide an insight into the circumstances and needs of the time. As well as providing evidence for the reasons for copying texts they are evidence of the methods of copying texts. The survival of multiple copies of the same text, or of a cartulary which consists a body of work which can be localised to an institution or geographical region (whether or not the language has been updated), enables us to gain insight into how charters were copied, what influenced the scribes, how these charters related to the land holdings and how the land owners viewed their property centuries after the bestowal. There is also the potential to explore charter and cartulary production in the context of other genres of text being produced and copied at the same time, and to look for similarities and differences in the way various genres are copied, perhaps with reference to the geographical and institutional evidence provided by charters. Lowe's work in this area shows what can be achieved by careful analysis of this material, as well as highlighting the problems inherent in charter study.4
Kate Wiles, Leeds
1. G. R. C. Davis, Medieval Cartularies of Great Britain: A Short Catalogue (London: Longmans Green, 1958) p. xi. The preface of this gives an overview of the various types of cartularies and their production and distribution.
2. See, for example, Francesca Tinti, 'From Episcopal Conception to Monastic Compilation: Hemming's Cartulary in Context', Early Medieval Europe, 2.3 (2002), 233-61, or Martin Brett, 'Forgery at Rochester', in Förschungen im Mittelalter: Internationaler Kongress der Monumenta Germaniae Historica (Hanover: Hahnsche Buchhandlung, 1988), vol. IV, pp. 397-412.
3. Benjamin Thorpe, Diplomatarium Anglicum Ævi Saxonici: A Collection of English Charters, from the Reign of King Æthelberht of Kent, A.D. DC.V. to that of William the Conqueror, with a Translation of the Anglo-Saxon by Benjamin Thorpe (London: Macmillan, 1865) p. xxvi.
4. Lowe, Kathryn, 'Linguistic Geography, Demography, and Monastic Community: Scribal Language at Bury St Edmunds', in Interfaces between Language and Culture in Medieval England: A Festschrift for Matti Kilpiö, ed. by A. Hall, and others, The Northern World, 48 (Leiden: Brill, 2010) pp. 147-78 and 'Post-Conquest Bilingual Memoranda from Bury St Edmunds', Review of English Studies 59 (2008), 52-66.
The Electronic Sawyer, http://www.esawyer.org.uk/, enables the user to browse charters by date of composition, and manuscripts by date of production.
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Food is a hot topic these days, plastered all over social media, the daily news cycle, and even the recent democratic presidential debate. Consumers are paying more attention to how their food is grown and coming up with more questions about its impact on the environment, animal welfare, and nutrition. The new interest is both a blessing and a curse for the industry, as some are happy to see consumers willingness to learn about food product, while others feel pressured by the growing laundry list of consumer demands and the lack of patience that many shoppers seem to have when it comes to the timeline that it might take agriculture-at-large to move the needle.
To further complicate matters, Americans’ new appetite for more transparency in food production has left many of them more confused than ever, according to a 2017 survey. Food labeling alone has led to a slew of new label claims and symbols including labeling programs from private third-party certifiers. The US Food and Drug Administration has also refrained from defining a number of widely used claims like natural and pasture-raised. Over half of Americans feel like food labels are misleading, while 11% distrust them completely.
Agriculture is incredibly complex and can be difficult to understand from the outside looking inward. For many people, farming is simply not part of their daily lives. Today, only 1.3% of Americans are employed on a farm, while only 11% are employed in jobs related to agriculture or the food sector. When uneducated consumers levy criticisms against farmers, they often feel like they are under attack from consumers who mostly didn’t care where their food came from as long as it was cheap and available until the last decade or so.
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“We are trying to get more people to understand modern farming because there are so many misconceptions. People still think farming is like their great grandad’s farm in the 1950s and if it doesn’t look like that, then something must be wrong,” Darcy Maulsby, author and agricultural historian, tells AFN. “We paint a very real picture. Here’s the reality of farm life. Here are the challenges and here are the opportunities.”
Maulsby is the author of several books capturing the history of farming in Iowa including Calhoun County, A Culinary History of Iowa, and Dallas County. Her forthcoming publications include Iowa Agriculture: A History of Farming, Food and Family and “Iowa’s Lost History on the Titanic. She grew up on a century farm in Calhoun County, Iowa, and still lives a few miles away from the land, which is currently used for soybean and corn cultivation.
Iowa is unquestionably America’s heartland, with 90% of the state designated to agriculture production sprawling across 30.6 million acres. The state ranks first in the nation in corn production, generating $8.78 billion in corn during 2018 alone. It’s second in soybeans, generating $4.85 billion in value, according to USDA NASS. It also boasts the most hogs and laying hens in the country, as well as ranking first in egg production and second in commercial beef production.
In her educational outreach efforts, Maulsby works to engage with the general public on the subject of farming. Although she understands that some consumers already have their minds made up about farming and the environment, her work primarily targets what she describes as “the movable middle,” or consumers who are open to accepting new ideas and information about food production.
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Landi Renzo and Snam4Mobility: cooperation agreement to boost the development of natural gas mobility in Italy
The Landi Renzo Group, a world leader in the design and manufacturing of systems and components for gas mobility (CNG, LNG, H2 and LPG) for cars and heavy vehicles, and Snam4Mobility, a subsidiary of Snam, Europe’s leading operator in the natural gas and biomethane transport sector, have signed a cooperation agreement to boost sustainable mobility for CNG (compressed natural gas) in Italy.
The joint initiative between Landi Renzo and Snam4Mobility aims to raise users’ awareness of the benefits - both environmental (drastic reduction of CO2 and PM10 emissions), and economic (savings on fuel costs) - deriving from natural gas and biomethane mobility. On the basis of the cooperation agreement, Landi Renzo and Snam4Mobility will jointly identify and manage the conversion of traditional car models to natural gas. The conversion to natural gas (retrofit) is an immediate solution with competitive costs to reduce CO2 emissions and pollution.
There are currently about 1 million cars powered by natural gas in Italy, with over 1,380 service stations. The goal of Snam4Mobility is to increase the number of natural gas distributors, ensuring a balanced distribution across the country, through direct investments and agreements with various operators in the sector. In total, Snam’s investments in CNG and LNG (liquefied natural gas) sustainable mobility amount to €100 million by 2023; the company will also invest €250 million in the construction of new biomethane plants.
Cristiano Musi, CEO of Landi Renzo, said: “We are happy to have signed this agreement with Snam4Mobility, because by combining our respective skills we will be able to make an important contribution in promoting greater diffusion of methane and biomethane mobility in Italy. Landi Renzo is also heavily involved in the development and implementation of solutions for the development of hydrogen mobility in the Medium/Heavy Duty segment with which it will be possible to eliminate harmful emissions into the atmosphere”.
Andrea Ricci, Senior Vice President of Snam4mobility, commented: “This agreement aims to enhance the Italian value chain of natural gas and biomethane mobility, leader in Europe, promoting further market development. Natural gas, thanks to the growth of biomethane, is an immediately available and increasingly effective solution to tackle the problem of CO2 emissions from light and heavy transport and to improve air quality”.
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Hello. I am trying to delete my bullets once they hit a wall OR if they venture off into the sky for too long. I have attempted to delete them through collisions, as shown below. I understand that the target is not linked for destroy actor. Reason being, when this is unconnected, the bullets appear, and when they collide with something, the turrets that shoot them will be destroyed. However, if the target is connected for the destroy actor to the bullet blueprint, no bullets appear, and ue4 doesnt give me any errors. Here is the program:
It is evident that the issue is caused by the fact that the bullets have no time to reach their target that they collide with. How do I tell the engine to wait before they reach their target to be destroyed?
When you spawn the projectile take the return value and Set Lifespan to like 10s. Depending on velocity (IRL speeds) you can get away with 3s.
So LineTrace → Spawn → Set LifeSpan.
On Hit (projectile collision), break result → If Blocking Hit → Do damage calcs etc, then Destroy Actor.
I believe my bullets are colliding with the mesh of the turret they are firing from. Is it possible to ignore the turret they are being fired from? If not, should I place a socket that shoots the bullets? Thanks
also, it can’t work off of if blocking hit because the bullets are meant to travel. Doing this means that the bullets are hitscan. I have tried setting up the collision in the bullet blueprint in order to remove the bullets once they collide with something, yet to no avail. I have tried On Hit, Overlapping, etc and for some reason my bullets just ignore everything and fly right through them.
Edit: As a matter of fact, I have got the collision to work as I would want it to. For some reason, it prints out that it is colliding with things, but does not destroy the bullet afterwards.
It prints in console but does not delete the actor. Any ideas?
Edit 2: The walls I was using did not have overlap enabled. Now they do. If the bullet collides with the player model, the bullets disappear as planned. If they collide with the wall, they just keep going. Odd.
Show your projectile component and collision setup. Something doesn’t sound right.
Is this what you mean?
Edit: OHHHHHHHHHH my bullet speed was far too fast. The bullets were going so fast they never even rendered that they were inside the wall.
Everything you have set for “overlap” should be “Block”. Then use On Hit (Sphere) for hit detection.
Take the hit result, check for blocking hit, do damage etc, then destroy actor.
use time to destroy them… no bullet should be alive after a few seconds
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly announced that it will launch the pilot scheme of its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by early October 2021.
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Speaking to stakeholders, Rakiya said the project, dubbed ‘GIANT,’ will run on the Hyper-Ledger Fabric blockchain, an open-source project for building blockchain-based products, solutions, and applications for private enterprise.
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The four main schools of Islamic law limit the maximum number of wives a man marry to four based on the following Qur'anic verse often supplemented by numerous ahadith especially the narration from Aḥmad who said that the Prophet (saw) ordered Ghaylan Salmah ibn al-Thaqaafi who converted to Islam to choose four of his
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"If you fear you will not deal fairly with orphan girls, marry other women who seem good to you, two, three and four. If you fear you cannot be equitable [to them], then marry only one, or your slave(s): that is more likely to make you avoid bias..." (Qur'an 4:3)
The historical context of the verse is explained when Urwa narrates that he asked Aisha about this verse and she said,:
"O my nephew! (This verse was revealed in connection with) an orphan girl under the guardianship of her guardian who is attracted by her wealth and beauty and intends to marry her with a mahr less than what other women of her standard deserve. So they (such guardians) have been forbidden to marry them unless they do justice to them and give them their full mahr, and they are ordered to marry other women instead of them." (Bukhari)
The Zahiri school of law however argued polygyny may be up to a maximum of nine wives. Their argument is based on the use of wau in the verse, which holds the original meaning to add numbers, therefore mathna, thulatha and ruba mean two plus three plus four equals nine. This is in accordance with the behavior of the Prophet (saw) who had nine wives. They even assume if a man had less than nine wives, then he is then considered to not follow the sunnah. (al-Jashshash, Ahkam al-Qur'an)
The Mutazalite jurist and mufassir al-Zamakshari held a similar view regarding 9 being the maximum. (Tafsir al-Kasyaaf, Vol. I)
The Khawarij argued polygynous marriages can be performed with 18 wives. They translate mathna as two-two to show repeatedly twice, thulatha is three-three equals six and ruba is four-four equals eight, the total number being eighteen.
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The Quantum Yield of Quantum Dots
The optoelectronic behavior of quantum dots is strongly size- and chemistry-dependent. Larger nanocrystals tend to emit light of longer wavelengths when excited by incident photons. It naturally follows that smaller quantum dots emit light of shorter wavelengths. The efficiency of this process is determined as a ratio of the difference between light absorbed and light emitted, which is known as the quantum yield.
Quantum yield (Φ) determines a material’s photoemissive efficiency up to a maximum value of Φ1 (100%), also described as unity. Unity is practically unattainable given the non-radiative processes that occur within quantum dots when photons are absorbed. However, advanced technologies are increasingly beginning to display quantum yields approaching 100%, which could prove pivotal in the global push towards sustainability and energy efficiency.
Comparing Quantum Yields
Quantum dots are at the forefront of electronics innovation, challenging inefficient systems in display and organic photovoltaic (OPV) applications. Their enhanced quantum efficiencies are largely based on the crystal size distribution of thin-film structures. Broader distributions widen the band gap and enable optimal absorption and emission characteristics across as much of the wavelength spectrum as possible. Size dependence significantly limits the potential quantum yield of quantum dots, however.
This is true of conventional quantum dot chemical compositions such as cadmium selenide (CdSe) and indium phosphide (InP). These must be encased in one or more inorganic shells to achieve a quantum yield suitable for electronic applications. It is possible to achieve quantum efficiencies approaching 90% with CdSe or InP technology, but the process of synthesizing single or multishell quantum dots to tightly-defined particle size distributions is costly and inefficient.
The emissive properties of metal halide perovskites, however, are largely dependent on their novel chemical arrangements. This enables fine-tuning of the emission wavelengths irrespective of crystal size, representing a simpler and more cost-efficient production process. Perovskite quantum dots can be synthesized in a single step process, requiring no inorganic shell for stability or quantum yield. This yields the highest possible quantum yield for liquid crystal display (LCD) applications of almost 100% and provides class-leading peak brightness levels for QD-LCD devices.
Metal halide quantum dots outperform CdSe alternatives in absorbance per gram by a factor of three times and InP crystals by ten times.
Quantum Dots from Avantama
Avantama’s innovative quantum dots have revolutionized R&D into novel LCD matrices with the best-in-class quantum yields. This has changed the dynamic between established technology and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) which are widely considered the future of display technologies. Quantum dots have challenged that established belief and have introduced significant change into the display market.
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Branstad pushes for teacher leadership programs
Gov. Terry Branstad is pushing for ways to place teachers in leadership roles that would also lead to higher pay for those to take on more responsibility such as master teachers or mentors.
He says principals alone can't provide all the leadership needed inside schools to improve learning and raise achievement for students.
"Teacher leadership will be at the heart of our 2013 legislative (educational) package because it's critical to give our students knowledge and skills they need to be prepared," said Branstad.
Branstad says the Iowa Teacher and Principal Leadership Symposium on Aug. 3 at Drake University in Des Moines will feature speakers sharing ideas for increased teacher leadership.
Presentations are planned from Des Moines and Cedar Rapids schools.
Branstad says better leadership by educators is critical to ensuring students finish high school with the skills needed for college or other career training.
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Service Category: Network & Connectivity
The Network Time Protocol (NTP) is used to synchronise the time of a computer with other computers or with an external clock via the Internet. The primary NTP servers are synchronised as accurately as possible to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) via external timers.
The service provides two redundant time servers to synchronise the time on PCs, servers and other devices that support the NTP.
- Provision of two redundant time servers
- Support of the Network Time Protocol (RFC 1305)
- Support of the Simple Network Time Protocol (RFC 1769)
- Use of the time servers also from outside the campus network
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All persons or facilities of the University of Ulm that use network devices.
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12 Open Source Projects by Alibaba — Part 1
Since 2011, Alibaba Group has been actively involved in building open source communities, with the number of open source projects increasing every year. Currently, Alibaba has 150+ open source projects, each with over 10,000 GitHub stars!
GitHub statistics from 2017 show that Alibaba is the only Chinese company to be included in GitHub’s top contributor list. Furthermore, Alibaba is ranked number 5 in the Top 20 Most Popular Chinese OSS survey conducted by OSChina.
In reality, Alibaba employees do not get rewarded for open source projects. All teams have voluntarily contributed to various open source projects, including sharing their experiences or helping others to solve problems. This is exactly what the spirit of open source development is. It’s where everyone can build on each other’s knowledge, and everyone is both a teacher and a student.
We have already witnessed the paradigm shift from mainframes to distributed systems. Mainframes are simple to deploy and do not need multi-node configuration, but, on the other hand, they are expensive, hard to maintain and have a single point of failure. A distributed system composed of smaller servers costs less, and, at the same time, makes the entire system more concurrent, expandable and reliable.
1. Dubbo — Major Upgrade of the Distributed RPC Framework
Dubbo is a high performance RPC framework in Java. It has been open source since as early as 2012 and has been in favor among Chinese open source enthusiasts and the industry for years. Though it has been maintained constantly, the daily maintenance cannot fulfill the demands of this enormous community. As Alibaba grows — while still making sure the service to the company and our customers is priority number one — we can allocate more resources to these open source projects that services the whole of society.
This year, Dubbo’s development got restarted and major upgrades were made. Dubbo2’s design principles emphasize scalability, light weight, and adaptability to open source peripherals and protocols. It not only fixes some of the framework defects such as elegant downtime and annotated configuration but also adds a communication module and thread stack along with greatly improved stability.
Let’s look at some details. Dubbo published five versions this year, 2.5.4, 2.5.5, 2.5.6, 2.5.7 and 2.5.8. It fixed and merged the most commented upon issues and Pull Requests, and it also made the following improvements: Netty4 support, annotation, Java 8 support, and Docker support. Dubbo will continue improving itself for the perceivable future. New projects include Dubbo Spring Boot Starter, RESTful support, graceful deployment, error tolerance improvement, routing policy improvement and async improvements.
Other than the framework itself, the Dubbo team also launched a new website (with over 3500 daily views) and updated their documentation. In order to spread its influence, the team translated their website, documentation and code into English. This has already begun to produce some visible effects. The noted technical blog baeldung published an article “Introduction to Dubbo” which gave an in-depth introduction to Dubbo. The team participated in interviews by OSChina and InfoQ. It is on the OSC Top 20 most popular open source software of 2017.
Dubbo made major upgrades because of the observed trends in technology that are particularly relevant to RPC. The future will focus on Cloud Native, multi-language enhancements, microservices support and more. Dubbo will continue to build its ecosystem and community as well as building international influence.
We welcome you to discuss with the Dubbo development team:
2. RocketMQ — The Distributed Message Middleware
The Apache Software Foundation announced on Sept 9 that the open-source project RocketMQ — donated by Alibaba Cloud to the Apache Incubator — has graduated from the Apache Incubator to become a Top-Level Project (TLP), signifying that Apache RocketMQ henceforth becomes the first non-Hadoop Apache TLP among all Internet middleware in China. This year, RocketMQ has won the 12th China Japan Korea OSS award and was on OSChina’s 2017 Top 20 most popular Chinese open source software list.
RocketMQ is Alibaba Cloud’s third-generation distributed messaging middleware. It was announced as open source in 2012. The MQ for business is available on Alibaba Cloud. RocketMQ undertook all message transmissions of Alibaba Cloud production systems during the November 11th Single’s Day shopping festival. Last year, on November 11th, RocketMQ delivered 1.2 trillion messages with precision and low latency, with the peak traffic hitting 170,000 transactions/second.
RocketMQ originated in China, but it already has attracted worldwide attention. RocketMQ won the 2015 China Japan Korea OSS award, and it has entered the mainstream open source sites around the world. Over 100 companies and research institutes are currently using RocketMQ. It is worth mentioning that the United States is the second most region visiting the RocketMQ project site.
As a distributed messaging engine, RocketMQ features include:
- Low latency and high concurrency. More than 99.6% response latency within 1 millisecond.
- Finance-oriented. High availability with tracking and auditing features.
- Industry-sustainable. Trillion-level message capacity guaranteed.
- Vendor-neutral. Support multiple messaging protocols like JMS and OpenMessaging.
- Reliable performance. Accumulate messages without performance loss given sufficient disk space.
3. Fastjson — Database Connection Pool Druid and JSON Parsing Library
Druid is the only database connection pool used by Alibaba. it supports some of the most critical scenarios such as the ones faced on Single’s Day. Druid has a slogan: “monitoring the connection pool for the sake of monitoring.” After six years of open source development, Druid has been increasingly mature and is gaining reputation. It is becoming the key technology among many teams.
Fastjson is widely used in both server and client side Android. Almost every Java application from Alibaba has used fastjson.
This is a high performance and complete JSON library. It raised JSON parsing performance to the maximum through the “assumed ordered fast matching” algorithm. It is said to be the fastest JSON library in Java. The Fastjson API is easy to use, and it has been widely used in buffer ordering, protocol exchanges, web output and client-side Android.
Compared to others, these two relatively mature projects did not change much this year. Every month there’s a minor version change from the feedback loop of issues. In the future, Druid will increase its monitoring ability and its integration with other Alibaba cloud services. The parser module will become its own independent project.
4. ApsaraCache for Redis
ApsaraCache is a fork of Redis (the cloud database). It is a branch that started to be maintained on the basis of Redis version 2.8 and backported some features found in 3.0 branches. This version mainly solves the problems of users in the cloud who are concerned about stability, performance, recovery and smooth upgrade experience.
Before ApsaraCache went open source, this solution had many successful cases of application. It has customers in live video (miaopai.com, yizhibo.com, inke.cn, and cctv.com), the gaming industry (immomo.com, Dragonest, Longtu Game, and ChangYou), the news industry (toutiao.com), traffic (amap.com), and finance (Ant Financial). Its application covers an extensive variety of user cases.
There have been many successful use cases of ApsaraCache. Why does it need to be made open source? The reasons are as follows:
- The userbase and usage pattern of Redis in China has changed profoundly. Redis follows a minimalist philosophy of design and stability. In some scenarios, the stability and performance of Redis are subject to new challenges. In addition, many customers on the cloud using Redis have encountered a variety of problems. Based on these problems and challenges, ApsaraCache reconstructed and transformed Redis. In order to empower Redis users, and also for Redis development enthusiasts to better participate, we decided Open ApsaraCache.
- Redis is BSD licensed, featuring a certain degree of freedom. Its latest version Redis 4.0 supports Redis Module which is AGPL licensed. ApsaraCache will support Redis Module later and open source the module code. In this sense, ApsaraCache going open source is also a manifestation of its respect and compliance with the open source protocol.
- ApsaraCache has been waiting for the release of Redis 4.0. After the release, it will actively promote feature fusion of the two sides and strive to merge the features to the major version of the community.
Redis founder Salvatore Sanfilippo (Antirez) held that ApsaraCache going open source is a good thing and can attract more Redis core specialists across the world, which, in turn, will further improve the product stability and availability. He also said that Alibaba Cloud is capable of developing Redis products and hoped to work with Alibaba Cloud together to improve and explore product features.
ApsaraCache was officially made open source in October. The new version will have two more features: it solved the stability bottleneck caused by frequent AOF Rewrite with time-based recovery to precision in seconds; it also solved the syncing problem when there’s a patchy connection.
5. Pouch and Dragonfly — The Rich Container Technology and File Distribution System
Pouch is an internal container tool developed by Alibaba. Currently there are hundreds of thousands of Pouch containers running in the data center, supporting internal online/offline tasks.
First of all, Pouch is a rich container technology which gives a user an experience comparable to virtual machines. It has init process and contains many system services. Secondly, through kernel reinforcement and light-weight virtual machine support, Pouch provides a large security isolation. In terms of mirror distribution, especial those requires massive distribution scenario, it can reduce internet load through p2p. In terms of kernel compatibility, it is comparable to industrial usages, realizing that most IT systems would have outdated kernels.
Architectural diagram of Pouch & Dragonfly
The traditional way of download yields two problems. First, when it comes to large files all the retries after failure reduce performances. Second, if client side tries to download everything it could crash the file source.
Dragonfly, on the other hand, uses a p2p method to download files. This effectively reduces the file source pressure. It also supports continuing downloads at the point where it failed. Another feature of Dragonfly is in its integration with Docker and Pouch. It uses a mirror image to preheat. Docker mirror downloads are slow, but through p2p technology Dragonfly has solved this problem.
Dragonfly p2p container mirror distribution chart
Dragonfly meets the downloading requirement for Docker and Pouch users’ large downloads (such as big image files). For overseas nodes, Dragonfly can effectively reduce international bandwidth.
There are two versions of Dragonfly: the open source version supports Apache 2.0 protocol, and it can be used in p2p file distribution, container mirror distribution, partial rate limiting and disk volume prediction; the Enterprise version also supports continuation of failed downloads, full rate limiting, mirror preheating, in-memory file system, smart network control, smart dynamic compression and smart routing. The enterprise edition is available in Alibaba’s cloud service.
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Microwave emission in a plasma filled nonuniform backward wave oscillator
Young, Douglas T.
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High power microwave radiation is used in science, industry, and by the military for a variety of purposes including the acceleration of particles in high energy physics, heating of plasma particles, radiation treatment of surfaces in manufacturing, and for electronic warfare in the military. Among the many sources of high power microwaves, the backward wave oscillator (BWO) is one of the oldest devices and has undergone a continuous effort to produce higher output power and better efficiency. Motivated by recent experimental observations of an improved efficiency in a BWO by either applying a nonuniform slow wave structure (SWS) or using a plasma filling in a BWO, this dissertation focuses on the combined effects both a nonuniform SWS and plasma filling. The particle-in-cell computer simulation conducted in this study revealed the mechanism of microwave generation through the interaction of an electron beam and slow wave structure, either uniform or nonuniform, with and without the presence of plasma. The first result the simulations is that the electrons within the plasma are quickly driven out of the device by the interaction with the electron beam, leaving the electron beam in the BWO flowing in an ionic background. This resuh is significant since all analytical treatments of plasma filled BWOs to date have assumed that the electron beam is interacting with the plasma to produce electron plasma waves that, in turn, interact and enhance the output power. From the simulations, this could not be the case, since the plasma electrons are nearly depleted from plasma by the time power production begins. The second major result of this work is that a plasma filled uniform BWO behaves differently than and a plasma filled nonuniform BWO. The uniform BWO does show a substantial power enhancement when filled with plasma, and the radiation frequency is upshifted from 9.75 GHz to 9.91 GHz when plasma is introduced. The power in the nonuniform BWO is also enhanced by the plasma, but not as much as in the uniform BWO. In addition, the nonuniform BWO shows very little frequency shifting with plasma filling. | <urn:uuid:7115a0cb-cf5a-4673-8079-618fd4d38fa5> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://ttu-ir.tdl.org/handle/2346/19003;jsessionid=F162E0F0E2BDC0F807FE487CEF4B7933 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571210.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810191850-20220810221850-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.932875 | 462 | 1.96875 | 2 |
Some of Florida’s most financially strapped small school districts could have paid thousands of dollars more for textbooks than their larger counterparts, and local officials are asking state leaders to do something about it.
A whistleblower identified as “John/Jane Doe” recently sent allegations to state officials about publishers potentially violating state law by providing free or discounted instructional materials to some districts but not offering the same deals to all 67 county districts.
The state establishes a price for each item on a list of approved instructional materials available for purchase by districts.
But the whistleblower alleges that some districts received special deals that effectively reduced the per-unit cost of materials. The deals weren’t offered to all districts, according to letters sent to state officials by attorneys representing the whistleblower.
The letters include details about prices school districts paid for instructional materials, including some items that were provided free-of-charge or at a cost of a penny per unit. The free or deeply discounted items reduced the per-unit cost in what allegedly is a violation of state law, according to letters sent by Doe’s lawyers, William Spicola — a former general counsel for former Gov. Rick Scott — and Adam Komisar.
The Small School District Council Consortium, made up of districts in 39 rural and fiscally constrained counties, has asked Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state leaders to investigate whether some districts are receiving special benefits that aren’t available to others. School officials in some of the state’s poorest counties are also seeking retroactive reimbursements or credits for future purchases.
“If there is a special deal, it needs to be publicized, reported and given to everybody,” Chris Doolin, a lobbyist who represents the consortium and who alerted the group’s school superintendents about the issue, told The News Service of Florida in an interview.
Under Florida law, publishers are required to furnish instructional materials to the state that “may not exceed the lowest price at which they offer such instructional materials adoption or sale to any state or school district in the United States.”
Publishers also must “reduce automatically the price of the instructional materials to any district school to the extent that reductions are made” anywhere else in the country.
The law also requires publishers to “provide any instructional materials free of charge” to the same extent they are made free elsewhere.
Spicola and Komisar in March sent two letters outlining the whistleblower’s allegations to the top lawyers for the Department of Education, Attorney General Ashley Moody and Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis.
The lawyers, responding to requests for more information, followed up with additional details showing disparate discounts or freebies among counties.
“Some out-of-state instructional materials publishers … engage in a pattern and practice of overcharging many Florida school districts resulting in false claims for payment being made against the state,” Spicola and Komisar wrote on May 5.
For example, the letter said Franklin County was “overcharged” $10,233.04 for English Language Arts textbooks for grades one through five, when compared to the adjusted price Miami-Dade County paid for the same products in 2021 after receiving free or discounted products. Hamilton County paid $19,383.55 more for materials for kindergarten, first grade and grades three through five, according to the whistleblower documents.
While $10,000 may not seem like a lot of money in some districts, the amount represents more than 10 percent of the $89,000 total allocation Franklin County receives for instructional materials. The overall poverty rate in the North Florida coastal county’s schools, which serve approximately 1,200 students, is about 80 percent, Franklin County Superintendent of Schools Steve Lanier told the News Service.
“We’ll take whatever we can get. I don’t think it’s fair that we would pay for something that a larger school district may get (for free),” Lanier said. “I’m looking forward to seeing what’s going to happen on this. I appreciate somebody being honest about the situation and letting us know. … We’re hoping that it’s going to be something positive for us.”
Hamilton County Superintendent of Schools Dorothy Wetherington-Zamora said the roughly $20,000 price differential makes up about 15 percent of her district’s $130,000 total allocation for instructional materials. The per-unit cost difference “directly impacts our students,” she said.
“So $20,000, obviously, in a small district such as we serve, could go a long way … if this actually turns out to be something that has been done,” she said.
The district “could definitely expand our purchasing power,” if reimbursements or credits are made available.
State education officials are reviewing the whistleblower’s allegations, according to Department of Education spokeswoman Cassie Palelis.
“Textbook prices are set as part of the state’s approval process for curriculum, and they are meant to provide financial surety for districts and schools. We take complaints regarding the violation of these processes very seriously. At this time, we are engaged in a deliberate, detailed and thorough process of reviewing the complaints to determine whether Florida law was either complied with or broken,” Palelis said in an email. “If there were violations of Florida law, then those responsible will be held accountable. In the meantime, in fairness to all involved, it would be wrong to presume compliance or noncompliance with Florida law, until the matter is fully reviewed.”
The practice of publishers providing free or deeply discounted books to certain school districts isn’t new.
A 2003 report by the Legislature’s Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability, or OPPAGA, flagged the issue. A follow-up report two years later said the Department of Education had “taken steps to ensure that all districts receive the same free materials, but more could be done.”
The education department’s “ability to monitor compliance with this requirement is hindered because some publisher representatives are reportedly dealing directly with individual schools rather than school districts,” the 2005 report said.
Districts don’t have any way of knowing what special deals are being offered elsewhere because the deals aren’t publicly posted, Doolin said.
He wants state officials to calculate the value of benefits provided to certain districts and not to others and is seeking retroactive reimbursement of benefits or a forward credit for districts that didn’t receive equivalent prices or free materials.
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Your child getting bullied at school is one of the most frustrating things that could happen. For the reason that we do not want any harmful things to happen to our beloved child and because of there are different kind of students that our child interacts with whenever they are in school it is important to take note of the tips that we will give you.
Although your child is maybe studying on one of the best international schools in Singapore bullying is still the main problem not only here but in other parts of the world too. So what can we do if our child becomes a victim of bullying here are the following tips:
- Seek for professional help – this is the most effective thing that you can do whenever your child becomes a victim of bullying especially if the scenario is really bad for them that it already affects their emotional well-being.
Counseling done by a medical professional will surely help your child recover from the trauma from bullying.
- Get some quality time with your child – by doing this you will be helping your child to cope up from the trauma that is caused by bullying. It is also a great way to release some stress which can also boost their self-esteem as well.
- Chase the people who bullied your child – by doing this you are leaving an imprint to the bullies that their bad doings must stop. A suspension or expulsion are the possible actions that these bullies must receive depends on the severity of what they have done to your child.
- Teach your child to become tough – in schools not only in international schools there are always several bullies lurking around that is why teaching your child to become ready at all times is the best thing that you can do as a parent.
- Bulk up – if your child is a boy and is extremely skinny ask for advice on how he can bulk up especially if he is still so young and still not advisable to lift weights. There are several vitamins and healthy diet that you can implement on your child to achieve this.
Because bullies only pick skinny kids and will not bully a child that is well-built for the reason that they are also afraid of losing.
Now you have these tips on your mind, take an action immediately if your child got bullied in their school. Because once you let be taken for granted they are a lot of possible negative effects that can happen to your child such as:
- Leave them with the emotional trauma that will become a very huge hindrance on their socialization with other people.
- Physical abuse that could lead to fatalities or even death.
- Poor academic performance due to absenteeism and less confidence.
See? Those are only a few negative effects that can happen to your child if you do not take bullying seriously. Some children are not really open on what’s happening on them in school that is why you must talk to them from time to time so that you will know if your child might be a possible victim of bullying. | <urn:uuid:b78a9089-e11a-41e3-9875-17ee445d330f> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.simlimtower.sg/how-to-deal-with-bullying-in-an-international-school/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571210.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810191850-20220810221850-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.979192 | 592 | 2.546875 | 3 |
The cat took the orphaned puppies and raising them as their own babies. The vets decided to place the puppies with the mother cat. They will need some time to feed, because bottle feeding doesn’t always work.
They will get more milk out of the bottle, as they are little more than kittens. In an attempt to save the life of little newborn puppies, veterinarians decided to try to feed them with cats. As a cat, I feed my own kittens, she was able to feed the puppies her milk.
Fortunately, all has managed! However, the survival of the puppies, veterinarians can not say yet, as it is unknown how long they remained without food and water. But the chances of a favorable outcome are exist. | <urn:uuid:f22e89a9-4572-42c9-9675-9ca7f238e7b0> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://amazinglifeofpets.com/dogs/a-newborn-puppy-was-introduced-to-mama-cat | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571538.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812014923-20220812044923-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.985919 | 152 | 2.234375 | 2 |
Criminal Profiling in the Detection and Apprehension of Offenders
1. Briefly describe two offenders.
2. Explain how criminal profiling might have been effective in earlier detection and apprehension of each offender.
3. Describe factors for each offender that might be important to include in a criminal profile and explain why.
The use of criminal profiling as a means to help detect and get criminals has become common phase during many criminal investigations in the last decade. The activity has been recognized as one of the most useful techniques in offender profiling as it helps define the behavior of an offender before they attain the height of criminal career. Criminal profiling has been used successfully by law enforcement in various areas and it is a valued mean of narrowing the field of investigation (Holmes and Holmes, 1996). It does not provide the specific identity of an offender but rather indicates the kind of person likely to have committed a crime by focusing on certain personality and behavioral characteristics.
These profiling techniques have been used in various settings such as hostage taking (Reiser, 1982). The principle that each and every criminal regardless of the level or severity of their crime will work to a given set of values is applied in criminal profiling. These values are assumed to be as individual as your own handwritten signature and upon identification they can be used to help law enforcement make a positive identification.
George Metesky nicknamed as mad bomber is one of the offenders who eluded New York City police. He planted more than 30 bombs small in size around the city between 1940 and 1956. These bombs affected phone booths, movie theaters and other public areas for almost 16 years. In 1956, a frustrated investigators of the case asked psychiatrist James Brussel who was a New York State’s assistant commissioner of mental hygiene to study the crime scene photos and some notes from the bomber.
Brussel wrote a well detailed description of the suspect and highlighted that the suspect would be a foreigner, unmarried, self-educated in his 50s, paranoid, living in Connecticut and with vendetta against Con Edison where the first bomber had targeted power company’s 67th street headquarters. Some of Brussel’s predictions were simply common sense and others were based on psychological ideas. He noted that paranoia tends to peak around age 35, the bomber would be in his 50s, 16 years after his first bomb. The profile enabled the police arrest Metesky in January 1957 and he confessed immediately.
If this criminal profiling was done during the earlier stage, Metesky would not have resulted in all the souls lost. According to Brussel’s opinion, the bomber wanted credit for his work and arrogance was likely to be his downfall as he tempted to reveal details that would lead the police to his door.
Another criminal profiling is that of a Canadian offender whose crimes continued to increase in violence over lengthy period. Paul Bernardo also known as Scarborough rapist assaulted a large number of women in Ontario over the course of a number of years in the early 1990s. He was one of the many suspects in the investigation although he was not arrested for several years making his violence escalate culminating in the murder of three young women (Williams, 1996).
The case underscored the need for the Canadian law enforcement agencies to adopt non-traditional techniques such as criminal profiling in order to help solve such devastating serial crimes. Such devastating crimes committed by Paul would not have been possible if earlier detection was done which would have led to on time apprehension.
On the case of George Metesky, some factors are necessary to include in his profile. Factor such as gender type is important in deducting the available options which is based on common sense just like the vast majority of bombers. Citizenship is also a factor to include in the profile, Brussel theorized that Metesky was a foreign as he wrote in an overformal way and he never used contemporary slang.
Paul Bernardo profile would include factors such as antecedent which would outline the fantasy or plan the murderer had in place before the act. Reasons that triggered the murderer to act some days and not others would also be explained here. Paul selected females as his victims, factors such as the method and manner of rape would be necessary during profiling. Body disposal is another important factor to include, question such as did the murder and the body disposal take place all at one scene or on multiple scenes would be necessary to answer. How the criminal react after the behavior is also crucial, does the murderer try to inject himself into investigation by contacting investigators or reacting to media reports.
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Horn Of Africa (HARP)
Our programme in the Horn of Africa
The HARP 2024 vision: To positively impact the peace and security dynamics in the region through a holistic, prevention-focused approach to regional issues informed by realities on the ground through creating spaces for people who are not commonly included and communities who are historically marginalized in decision making spaces/processes.
The Horn of Africa (HoA) region witnessed major and continuing shifts in peace and security dynamics over the last year including changes at both the national and regional levels. Shifting regional dynamics stemmed mostly from changes in bilateral relationships between states in the region as well as elevated geopolitical interest from international actors.
LPI signed a host agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia in May 2014, after which the Institute formally launched HARP in Addis Ababa in October 2014. The establishment of HARP in Addis enabled LPI to engage in and influence regional and continental peace and security policy debates in the African Union (AU) and with the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD).
Partners are key to our success.
The African Union (AU), through its Conflict Prevention and Early Warning Division of the Peace and Security Department (PSD) of the Commission of the African Union (AUC) – AU Border Programme, Inter-Departmental Task Force for Conflict Prevention (IDTFCP) AU Youth Envoy; AU Special Envoy for Women Peace and Security; FemWise; AGA Secretariat; Youth Division
The Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism of the Inter-governmental Authority on Development (IGAD CEWARN), established in 2002. CEWARN is the principal regional platform or instrument for regional cooperation on conflict prevention and mitigation through data-based early warning and response in the HoA, with a special focus on pastoralist conflicts in the borderlands of the IGAD region.
IGAD's Drought Disaster Resilience and Sustainability Initiative (IDDRSI), and the IGAD Peace and Security Directorate in charge of PCRD, Mediation Support Unit ICPAC, and Office of the Executive Secretary
InterAfrica Group (IAG): A long established CSO in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa and a long-time civil society partner for CEWARN. IAG works on peacebuilding, democratisation processes and sustainable development through research and creating spaces for dialogue.
The Organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA): a regional membership-based network of academics and researchers.
East Africa Sub-Region Support Initiative for the Advancement of Women (EASSI): sub-regional CSO working in eight countries: Burundi, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania. Established in 1996, it is mandated to monitor the gender equality commitments of East African governments. We have partnered since 2017
ACT! Act Change Transform (ACT!) is a leading Kenyan not-for-profit, non-governmental organisation. Main programme focus areas are environment and natural resources management; democracy and human rights; and peacebuilding and conflict transformation. We have partnered since 2017.
Multilateral Agencies: UNDP, European Commission, World Bank, African Development Bank
The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR): Forged out of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission in 2000, it seeks to build free democratic and inclusive societies across Africa
Theme 1: Transforming borderlands into centres of peace and enhanced human security. The borderlands in the Horn are, in many ways a microcosm of the region, where human security challenges are particularly pressing. Some of the most marginalised groups live in these ‘sub-regions’, located far from the centre spatially and in terms of access to decision making and basic services.
Borderlands will remain the flagship theme for HARP over 2021-2024. The 2017-20 programme phase successfully contributed to the development of an IGAD Informal Cross border Trade (ICBT) policy framework to influence Cross Border Security Governance (CBSG).
Our work will entail a focus on the support of translation of frameworks into implementation processes to bridge the gap from frameworks to action and further strengthening and extending the Cross-Border Cooperation Coalition.
Theme 2: Transitional Justice and Reconciliation. Emerging from our previous phase’s work on Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development (PCRD), Transitional Justice is a new theme for HARP. The concept of Transitional Justice and its overlap and tension with reconciliation and peacebuilding approaches form part of the challenge in developing Transitional Justice approaches that genuinely build positive peace.
As Transitional Justice practices become more commonplace globally, the Peace vs. Justice debate in Africa is an increasingly productive arena of discourse. Current continental interest is focused on issues of timing, modalities, balancing, and sequencing of transitional justice initiatives to deliver on their peacebuilding potential.
HARP will invest in strategic research, learning and accompaniment in the context of national reconciliation processes in the region and link those to the regional policy discourse. Further, engagement with the IGAD regional framework for reconciliation will be facilitated, with emphasis to civil society participation.
Theme 3: Climate Change and Conflict This theme has emerged as being of particular significance for the Horn of Africa, particular in the borderland regions which are clearly very vulnerable to both climate change as well as conflict. This is because borderlands in the Horn are often classified as Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) and the population are often reliant upon natural resources whose landscapes span borders.
The complex interactions between the environment, climate change and socio-economic and political drivers of conflict suggest the need to understand how these factors work together. This complexity calls for regional responses to cater to border environments adopting cross sectoral approaches that take into consideration local context specificity. In this context, HARP recognises the strong significance of climate change on human security in the Horn of Africa, and has designed an exploratory approach.
Theme 4: Promoting the role of youth in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding
With its civil society partners, LPI has gathered invaluable experiences on youth peacebuilding work, working with thousands of young people across the Horn of Africa. LPI is also well connected to global discussions on YPS through IPIP and. Creating synergies between country programmes.
HARP will both support specific youth efforts to enhance their direct influence in regional human security policy making, and work with integrated cross-cutting approach to enhance youth influence. The latter complements the direct approach aims to ensure youth can influence a range of policy work beyond Youth, Peace and Security related activities.
Approaches and methods
Linking local to regional (bridging the gap)
LPIs willingness to stay in the background in peacebuilding and policy (modest approach)
Consultative approaches to decision making (internally and in programming)
The HAB bulletin
Published six times a year, Horn of Africa Bulletin (HAB), focus on the development of the Horn of Africa and highlights issues about conflict resolution, peace and reconciliation. Read the HAB Bulletin here.Related articles & resources
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Abies Balsamea. Balsam fir, Canada balsam.
Balsam Spruce, Balsam of Gilead, American Silver Fir.
Description: Natural Order, Coniferae. Abies balsamifera of Micheaux; Pinus balsamea of Linnaeus; Picea of Loudon.
Genus ABIES: Staminate catkins more or less clustered toward the ends, of the branches; scales peltate; stamens short, often sessile. Fertile cones erect, growing laterally upon the branches; scales closely imbricated, thin at the edges, (they are thick in Pinus,) even, bracteolate, bearing two ovules on their inner side; bracts deciduous; cotyledons three to nine.
A. BALSAMEA: Cones erect, more or less scattered, two to three inches long, violet when young, brownish when matured; bracts obovate, short, slightly serrulate, mucronate and commonly appressed at the sides. Leaves scarcely an inch long, solitary, linear, grooved and bright-green above, ridged and whitish beneath, mostly growing ill two rows on the sides of the nearly horizontal branches. Bark smoothish, dotted with numerous small blisters containing a resinous balsam. This tree is a slender, compact evergreen, growing in moist soils and on cold hill-sides through the Northern States and Canada, seldom attaining a height of more than twenty-five feet, and presenting a pyramidal appearance. It blooms in May, and is often cultivated for its beauty. The balsam contained in the blisters under the bark, is the portion of this tree most commonly employed in medicine. It is known in commerce as Balsam Fir or Canada Balsam, and is obtained by puncturing the blisters and pressing out their contents into a spoon or other shallow vessel. When first obtained, it is a tenacious fluid, nearly transparent, with a delicate amber tint and agreeable aroma. On long exposure to the atmosphere, it parts with some of its volatile portions and becomes nearly solid and of a deeper tint. By admixture with magnesia, the volatile portions are absorbed and solidification takes place within a few hours. It is a resino- terebinthinate substance, softening under a moderate heat, becoming nearly solid when its turpentine is dissipated under a higher temperature, dissolving readily in turpentine and to a limited extent in cold alcohol, and burning readily with a heavy flame and a dense smoke.
Abies Fraseri yields a balsam similar to that furnished by the above tree; and the product of the two plants is not discriminated in commerce. This species prefers more genial latitudes than the balsamea, reaching from New York to the Carolinas. Its usual height is twenty feet; cones from one to two inches long; bracts wedge-shaped, long-acuminate and strongly reflexed; leaves smooth beneath, and nearly two inches long.
Properties and Uses:I. The balsam is stimulating and relaxing, chiefly influencing the kidneys and mucous membranes, acting rather slowly. Its relaxing power is greater in the fresh exudation than in that which has been long standing. It is somewhat nauseating in large doses, And some stomachs do not receive it at all. It is inappropriate to every acute case that is accompanied by irritation, sensitiveness of the mucous membranes, or febrile excitement. To the kidneys it is applicable in chronic cases where the urine is scanty and turbid, the back persistently weak and painful, and the kidneys free from excitement. Good results maybe obtained from its use in gonorrhea, after the acute symptoms have passed away; but it is better to employ it, in conjunction, with other suitable agents, in low gleet, in which difficulty it is a good adjunct to tonics and demulcents. Though seldom used in leucorrhea, it will be found useful in chronic cases, especially if it can be made acceptable to the stomach. It has been used to advantage in low and chronic pulmonary affections—as in old coughs, chronic bronchitis, and chronic pneumonia following acute inflammation. For internal use, it should always be combined with some demulcent, as mucilage of gum arabic; and it is more acceptable to the stomach when associated with some such tonic as golden seal or poplar, with an aromatic. The dose may range from two to ten grains, repeated at intervals of three to six hours. Larger doses have been recommended, but very few stomachs will receive them. This balsam is also employed as an ingredient in salves and plasters. In indolent ulcers, and in wounds and bruises that are not disposed to heal, it may be used as a salve in any suitable unguent; but should never be employed upon sensitive, granulating, or inflamed sores. As a plaster, it is generally combined in moderate proportions with some of the gum-resins, and applied over the lumbar region in chronic weakness of the kidneys, and upon the chest in chronic pleurisy.
II. The bark, when slit into shreds and simmered in a closely covered vessel, yields a mucilaginous and gently stimulating-relaxing decoction. This is employed by the people in sub-acute dysentery and diarrhea, in settled coughs, and in soreness of the kidneys and urethra. It is less nauseating and exciting than the balsam, yet should be administered with similar cautions as to the conditions of the case. Dose, half a cupful of a pretty strong infusion every second hour, or hour.
I Emulsion. This is the most agreeable form of giving the balsam, whether it is to be used alone, or combined with copaiba, or with a tonic. One drachm of the balsam is sufficient in four ounces of a compound emulsion. (See Emulsions.)
II. Pills. The solidified balsam may be made into a pill-mass by mixing with the powder of elm, or of gum arabic. In very degenerate cases of leucorrhea, pills may be made of the common balsam and pulverized myrrh, with golden seal in excess. When used in suitable cases, such pills are excellent aids to the other medication.
III. Pectoral Drops. Balsam Fir, half an ounce; honey, two ounces; diluted alcohol, one pint. Macerate a week, and add vinegar syrup of lobelia, two ounces; essence of anise, six drachms. Used for asthma, and chronic coughs with debility and pain in the chest; contra-indicated in sensitive or inflamed respiratory organs. Dose, half to a whole teaspoonful every four hours.
The Physiomedical Dispensatory, 1869, was written by William Cook, M.D.
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In January 1869, exactly 150 years ago, Miss Riggs joined Thomas Cook’s very first tour to Egypt and the Holy Land. Travelling overland, the journey would take three months, there and back. Miss Riggs kept a diary of her adventure and I am going to be posting from it over the coming weeks. This is day twenty-six.
Friday, 19 February
Started at day-break and arrived at Thebes by 12 at noon. Ran aground often on our way – the river getting shallow at Keneh 2 miles from the shore. We saw pottery made with the wheel, very quickly and prettily. Dancing girls there which the gentlemen patronized. Luxor our aim and arrived at last – landed and proceeded en masse to the consul who spoke English very well. A low and roomy house facing the landing place. We were sorry to find that owing to our accident of paddle e had missed the grand illuminations at Karnak, which took place in honour of the Prince and Princess of Wales the evening before. Consul’s name Mustapha Aga – wrote all our names in his book and then read the entries of the Royal party.
The Prince and party had left this morning for Assouan, He enquired after our party and sorry we had met with an accident. Got saddles out of boat and proceeded to Karnak on donkeys – 2 miles ride, sandy and dusty.
Spent about 3 hours at Karnak and then returned on our donkeys getting to sunset – lovely sky. Backsheesh men very troublesome – with much struggling managed to get our saddles on board. Table d’hote pleasant – sit on deck.
I skipped the entry for Thursday, 18 February, which was minimal, because Miss Riggs and party spent all day not doing anything at all at Keneh. One of the paddlewheels on the Benha was broken and they had to wait around for it to be repaired. Why they didn’t use the time to pay a visit to the nearby temple at Dendara is a mystery.
Friday they push on to Luxor. The entry for that day includes pages of description at Karnak, which I am not transcribing because, as we established at Alexandria, Miss Riggs knows nothing of Egyptian history. Anything she writes must be cribbed from her guidebook.
What’s of more interest here is the further mention of the English royal party. Miss Riggs and company have a great interest in them. Understandably so. It must have been a huge source of excitement to discover that the other English party on the Nile at the time was the Prince and Princess of Wales. (Miss Riggs carefully copies into her diary the names of the Royal party as listed in Mustapha Aga’s book.) However, the joy was not mutual. Travelling as part of the Prince’s retinue was William Howard Russell, a war correspondent of some renown attached to the London Times. He afterwards reported that Cook’s party had been in “full cry up the river after the Prince and Princess”. He was scathing of Cook’s clients, who he considered had been inappropriately “thrown off their balances by the prospect of running the Prince and Princess of Wales to earth in a Pyramid, of driving them to bay in the Desert, of hunting them into the recesses of a ruin”.
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A well-respected University of Oregon psychology professor’s equal pay case was dismissed May 2 in response to a motion to dismiss filed by the UO.
According to court documents, Prof. Jennifer Freyd was concerned that her salary was less than male professors with less seniority in the UO Department of Psychology. She “requested a raise to bring her salary in line with her expected salary, predicted as a function of seniority.”
Freyd is a tenured full professor in the Department of Psychology, which is in the College of Arts and Sciences.
The UO decided not to give Freyd a raise “after concluding that Professor Freyd was compensated at a higher rate than the majority of professors in the College of Arts and Sciences and that any discrepancy between Professor Freyd’s salary and her male colleagues was attributable to retention raises (which Professor Freyd never sought) and significant differences in job duties.”
Freyd then filed the lawsuit.
Economics professor Bill Harbaugh of UO Matters blog has been following the case, and he pointed out back in April that, according to the university’s argument, “there can be no such thing as pay discrimination for professors because there are no two professors with the same job classification.”
Harbaugh writes, “If I understand it, they are arguing that there is no such job as professor. Instead, there are different professor jobs, each with different responsibilities. So different that every professor should really be in their own separate, unique, incomparable job classification.”
In his ruling, U.S. District Court Judge Michael McShane writes, “Even when viewed in the light most favorable to Professor Freyd, the evidence establishes that her four male colleagues perform significantly different work than that done by Professor Freyd.”
The work is not simply teaching, McShane continues, and the work and its value varies from professor to professor.
So, he writes, “Because Professor Freyd cannot establish that she performs substantially similar work in the unique setting of a university to that of her comparators, her claims fail.”
The Equal Pay Act “requires that men and women be given equal pay for equal work in the same establishment.”
McShane also addresses retention raises — a strategy common in academia in which a professor applies for jobs elsewhere to elicit a better counter-offer from the university at which she already teaches.
Freyd alleges that the UO’s practice of awarding retention raises causes a disparate impact on female professors in the Department of Psychology. During her case, she said there was a salary gap of at least $15,000 and as much as $25,000 between male and female full professors, the result of the UO’s practice of offering retention raises, according to court documents.
According to the court document, Freyd offered evidence that the UO has “offered retention raises sufficient to keep female professors who have outside offers 40% of the time, while they have offered sufficient raises to keep male professors with outside offers 62% of the time, which indicates that the University retained women at a rate of only 65% of the rate that they retained men.”
McShane ruled that the sample size of 21 men and five women was too small writing that the “data reflects such a small sample size as to render the statistical significance of Professor Freyd’s analysis suspect.”
Harbaugh writes of the argument about professors doing different work: “It seems to me that an opinion from the judge agreeing that this argument is grounds for dismissing the case, if sustained, would be a precedent with wide-ranging effects, making it nearly impossible for anyone in a professional job with varying job responsibilities to ever win a pay discrimination case.”
When asked for comment on the case, Zack Barnett with UO’s Communications issued a statement saying, “We’re grateful to Judge McShane for granting the UO’s motion to dismiss the case on summary judgement. His decision speaks for itself. Professor Jennifer Freyd is a respected and valued member of the University of Oregon faculty and a national leader in her field of study, and we believe this decision establishes that she is fairly compensated relative to her peers.”
On May 3, the day after the ruling, Freyd’s department head, Ulrich Mayr, sent an email to his colleagues in which he points out that Freyd started the field of study on institutional betrayal, He then goes on to say that he personally believed before the lawsuit “that given the pay structure among full professors in our department, Jennifer deserves a higher salary,” and that work needs to be done toward pay equity in the department.”
Mayr concludes, that the lawsuit “has no bearing on the broader question whether there are factors in society, academia and our institution that lead to gender inequities in pay, or access to other important resources. Thus, these outcomes cannot be an excuse for reducing our efforts towards identifying and counteracting such factors.”
Freyd’s case can be appealed to the Ninth Circuit.
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This year we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the United Nations World Conference Against Racism (WCAR), held in Durban, South Africa in September 2001, and the passage of the historic “Durban Declaration.”
African states, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and their allies from around the world converged on Durban ready to work. The largest delegation from the United States was the “Durban 400,” led by the December 12th Movement International Secretariat and the National Black United Front (NBUF). The fighting spirit of Pan-African unity was phenomenal. Delegates huddled, strategizing and fine-tuning their united approach to real political redress.
The Durban 400 were on a mission to establish three specific points:
- The basis of racism is economic
- The transatlantic slave trade was a crime against humanity;
- Reparations (compensation) are due. They lobbied nations, focusing on Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America, which would be voting on the declaration. On the final day and into the night, the struggle over the wording of the declaration and program of action that ensued. In the end, the transatlantic slave trade was declared a “crime against humanity” and the issue of reparations was included.
The African peoples’ plan of action after the WCAR was to take the fight to the people of their respective nations. The Durban 400 organized the first national rally for reparations on the Mall of the U.S. capital in Washington, D.C., on August 17, 2002, the anniversary of the birth of Marcus Garvey. Over 50,000 people from across the United States attended.
The perpetrators of the racist crimes against humanity are doing all they can to negate the victory in the WCAR. Western national and international media outlets glossed over the Durban Declaration Program of Action (DDPA) or distorted or outright lied about the final agreements and outcome.
From the outset, the United States led the Western nations in their efforts to derail the WCAR, feigning offense on the issue of equating Zionism with racism. The United States sent a mid-level delegation to the conference with orders to direct the dialogue toward defending Israel and ignoring their own centuries-old racist oppression and exploitation
of Africans. Israel has learned much from their U.S.-European kindred-their benefactors during their consistent, brutal, neo-colonialist occupation of Palestine.
United Nations follow-up meetings to implement the Durban Declaration have been deliberately slow-tracked. There are usually fiveand 10year reviews of the progress of implementation-the WCAR took eight years for its first review. The Africa Group and the Working Group for People of African Descent continue to fight the Western European and Others Group (WEOG) with vigor. More work needs to be done on the ground to expose the process and mobilize people.
One of the few ideas from the DDPA that was actually implemented was the formation of the Working Group of Experts on People of African Descent. However, it has been hamstrung by a lack of funding, and only within the past year and a quarter has it be-gun to actually visit countries where PAD (People of African Descent) reside. This group, the only mechanism exclusively devoted to PAD, has great potential. As it develops, it can hopefully serve as the eventual basis for a permanent Forumon People of African Descent.
Durban has been treated like no other U.N. World Conference. After realizing their demands would not be met in the WCAR, the United States delegation staged a dramatic walkout “in protest.” Prior U.N.
World Conferences have held five-year reviews. Durban made no provision for it. It was eight years later that are view conference was held in April 2009. The United States and several WEO countries boycotted it, once again using the alleged “DDPA attack on Israel” as a reason. Note that there is no negative mention of Israel or Judaism any where in the DDPA.
The essence of the 2009 review was not on the progress made since Durban. Rather, it was a battle to maintain the actual, original language of the DDPA (see Paragraph 1of the “Durban Review Conference Outcome Document”). The signal victory of April2009 was blocking the WEOG’s attempt to “disappear” the DDPA. In addition, at the be-hest of NGOs like ours, a demand was put for there to be a”Durban+10 Review.”
Another victory in the 10years since Durban has been the U.N.’s declaration of 2011as the International Year for People of African Descent. The WGPAD took the lead in suggesting a theme, “Recognition, Justice and Development,” and a focus on Haiti as the centerpiece. It also developed a program of activities. The Human Rights Council supported it with a resolution. But at the General Assembly, an unlikely coalition led by the unseen hand of the United States stripped it of its theme and meaningful activities.
We are six months into the year and there have been few official UN activities, and even fewer member state events, to highlight the year. The activities that have occurred have mostly been initiated by civil society. We, along with other Diasporan NGOs, have formed an Inter-national Secretariat to Implement the IYPAD. A brochure of activities is on the table.
Since 2001, the situation of PAD around the world has worsened. Quality of life indicators in almost every category have declined. As the global economic crisis has deepened, racism, as a time-proven tool to cover the causes of such crises, has heightened. PAD remain the default target of racism.
Finally, there is still a tremendous opportunity to restart the energy that was generated during and immediately following Durban. That energy was significant-ly dissipated and diverted by the attacks on the United States three days after the WCAR ended. The NGO community has done what it can on our end to organize and keep the spirit of Durban alive.
But, in the final analysis, the United Nations is a body of nations, and it is these nations that will have to implement the DDPA if we are to wage a serious battle against racism and racial discrimination. In order to succeed, the African Group must take the lead.
Following are the key is sues we believe should be addressed:
- The United Nations should declare a “Decade for People of African Descent.” The theme should remain, as before, “Recognition, Justice, Development.”
- Haiti must be at the forefront.* Reparations should be a subset of the theme.* We suggest that the United Nations create a Permanent Forum for People of African Descent.
- Funding must be made available to ensure meaningful and consistent participation of grassroots NGOs at these various meetings, etc.
The General Assembly will hold a high-level segment to address Durban +10 in September. Presently, the WEO is attempting to keep this high-level segment as low-key and secretive as possible. We have met with and lobbied with our counterparts in Geneva on the importance of having an open, well-attended and well-publicized meeting. There must be an all-out effort to have all countries involved at their highest levels. Most importantly, the demand for reparations and Durban +10 must be made in the streets!
This year has been declared the International Year of the People of African Descent, and we must revitalize the demand for reparations in the United States. In the New York City metropolitan area, the December12th Movement International Secretariat is organizing several upcoming political forums regarding independent Black foreign policy-focus-ing on Africa with a critical emphasis on the political and economic sovereignty of Libya, Zimbabwe and the African people of Haiti-as well as domestic policy regarding national, state and city issues affecting African people in the United States. For more information, call(718) 398-1766. | <urn:uuid:a0a0938d-90d4-4b35-8fbd-52d6604fc04e> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://amsterdamnews.com/news/2011/06/03/durban-and-world-conference-against-racism/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571538.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812014923-20220812044923-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.961062 | 1,682 | 2.828125 | 3 |
The WordPress dashboard is both incredibly simple and incredibly complex at the same time. When users first log into the dashboard, not only does a splash screen of informational widgets potentially overwhelm them, a sidebar on the left-hand side of the screen gives them all the options and features for their site without any explanation of what any of it is or does. That’s why we want to walk you through the WordPress dashboard, piece by piece, so that you can be sure to know the ins and outs of the part of your website you’ll spend the most time with.
The WordPress Dashboard at a Glance
The WordPress dashboard is really your one-stop overview of your entire website. When a new user logs in, depending on their permissions, they will see some variation of this page. By default, the page is made up of 5 widgets that connect you to your site in various ways, but also the larger WordPress community.
- Site Health Status
- Recent Activity
- Upcoming WordPress Events and News
- Post Quick Draft
Each of these can give valuable insights that you need to see before you begin digging into your other tasks.
Site Health Status
The Site Health Status box is arguably the most important part of the dashboard. If you log in and see the site health is in the Red or Yellow, you should probably click into the _Site Health Screen_ that’s linked and check out what’s going on. Often, the issues that come up are simply plugins or themes that need updates.
However, the widget will also notify you of security issues, PHP foibles, and various server-side snafus that need your attention ASAP.
At a Glance
The At a Glance widget is a simple overview of your entire site. It displays the overall number of posts, comments, and pages on the site, as well as your current WordPress version, theme, and various other pieces of useful information (such as the search engines discouraged message above).
Th Activity widget is pretty self-explanatory in function. It displays the most recently published posts and the most recently written comments on the site. Using this widget, you can easily make sure that your site is on schedule as soon as you log in.
Additionally, if a spam comment (or an inappropriate one) makes it through, you can delete it or mark it as spam with a single click through the widget itself. It’s really handy.
Think about Quick Draft as a notepad. You cannot publish via this widget, but you can save as many drafts as you want. We don’t recommend using this widget to draft an entire post, but getting the title and basic outline or premise down is perfect for it. Using this widget can save a great deal of time when you have a specific project, but need to quickly make a note for later. It lets you do so without extra plugins and without having to click through multiple menus and screens, and without loading the editor.
WordPress Events and News
One of the best things about WordPress is the community, and the WP Core team has built in a direct line to that using the WordPress Events and News dashboard widget. Each time you visit this screen, you will see not only the top WordPress news across various sources, from the official WordPress.org blog, but also sites like WP Tavern. So if there’s something going on in the WP world, you won’t miss it.
Additionally, you can see new events that are nearby to your set location. With WordCamps and Meetups becoming staples among WordPress users, you can see if any official community events are nearby. Or, if they’re online, the soonest ones you can sign up for.
Additional Widgets for your WordPress Dashboard
You can also customize your WordPress dashboard with widgets of your own. Depending on the plugins that you use, some of them might have the option of setting up shop in your WordPress dashboard.
One of the most prominent non-default widgets comes through Jetpack. You can insert a summary of your latest site stats in a widget, and you can use basic filters to customize the widget’s date ranges.
In the screenshot above, you can also see the Site Kit Summary from the Google Site Kit plugin that gives you a companion to the Jetpack stats because you get your Analytics and Search Console stats in a WordPress dashboard widget, too. Yoast SEO, one of the top SEO plugins out there, also automatically pops in a dashboard widget so that you can get an idea of how your site is doing SEO-wise.
Fully Custom WordPress Dashboards
If you need more than a couple new widgets, a number of plugins give you complete control over your WordPress dashboard. This control can even extend into the different individual users on your site having different dashboards. You can also choose what they see based on their roles and permissions.
One of the strongest plugins in this area is called Ultimate Dashboard. With it, your WordPress dashboard can go from a nice login bonus to the full hub of your site, eliminating the need for navigating the often-too-cluttered sidebar.
With Ultimate Dashboard, you can not only customize the WordPress dash widgets, but also the login screen itself, the admin bar across the top of the screen, and the admin menu sidebar.
Picking and choosing and creating your own dashboard is as easy as using your favorite page-builder plugin or editing the widgets in your WP sidebar.
If you don’t want clients, even the site owners, to have access to the Users or Theme Editor parts of the dashboard, you can remove those for them using this plugin. It is an incredibly in-depth tool that lets you take full advantage of both the WordPress backend and the dashboard (and its widgets).
Custom WordPress Dashboard with Divi
If you’re an Elegant Themes member, you can use the Divi Admin Dashboard Layouts plugin to bring the power of our page builder to the dashboard. Not only can you add specific widgets to the site, you can create a fully custom design, editing every aspect of the page, not just the kind of widgets or user-role accessibility.
As a designer, there are many reasons to customize the WordPress dashboard. First, you want to keep your clients’ experiences as frictionless as possible. The better they can use their site, the more likely they are to either recommend you or come back to you themselves.
Second, you can make it easy to contact you in case there are issues, creating widgets designed to provide direct access to you along the channels you prefer.
And third, you can use the dashboard to create a training area for your clients on how to use the site that you’ve made for them. Within a widget in the dashboard (or an entire dashboard screen!), you might create a list of useful WordPress resources that explain common issues that new WP users come across or embed a YouTube playlist from your own channel that walks them through your customizations.
On first viewing, the WordPress dashboard page may seem kind of superfluous. But the amount of information at your fingertips the widgets provide has the potential to make your workflow quicker, simpler, and more efficient. With the right plugins, you can also fully customize the WordPress dashboard for yourself, your staff, and your clients, giving everyone the perfect experience in the backend of the site. Whether it’s at-a-glance statistics, spam filtering, finding the right WordCamp, or going through an entire training course, you can do it through the WordPress dashboard.
How do you customize and set up your WordPress dashboard?
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Smart, eco-friendly and cool products reduce energy consumption and help create a greener and healthier planet. The solar-powered floating fountain is ideal for birdbaths or ponds and floats on the water. It starts pumping water soon after sunlight shines directly on the solar cells.
No electric outlet or battery are needed.
It is an energy-saving solar fountain suitable for garden decoration, bird bath, small pond, water circulation for oxygen.
Installation is simple, easy to use, as long as there is direct sunlight on the solar cells, water pump will start working in a few seconds.
Material: Sponge & ABS.
Life Span: >10,000 hours.
Product Weight: 0.57lb / 260g.
Brushless Pump Input: DC 4.5-10V.
Maximum Quantity Of Flow: 150L/H.
Solar Panel: 7V / 1.4W; Diameter: 6.3 inches.
Maximum Delivery Height: 18", Regular:10~15".
Package Dimension:7.1" x 6.9" x 1.8"/180 x 175 x 45mm.
1 x Solar Powered Fountain.
Keep the surface of solar panel clean.
Ensure the pump is alway below the surface of the water.
Peel off the plastic film protector before using for the first time.
The pump will continuously work only when there is sufficient sunlight.
Be sure to there is sufficient amount of water in the fountain, especially on sunny days.
The pump is full of air during first time use. Once water runs through the pump, it will begin to work normally.
Please allow 1-3cm measuring deviation due to manual measurement.
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ZANZIBAR REVOLUTION DAY & FREDDIE MERCURY
January 12, was Zanzibar Revolution day – a day to remember for a story of a country’s freedom and also the story of a forgotten genocide. A thread on Zanzibar Revolution, Parsees of Gujarat and a flamboyant rockstar we’ve all heard about.
For centuries, Zanzibar – a Tanzanian archipelago – was ruled by Muslim Sultanate and a hot destination for Indian traders. Indians, both Hindus and Muslims, had their families established within a flourishing community until one dark day arrived.
On this day back in 1964 a violent coup by African allied parties, fueled by ethnic pride & anger over slavery in the past, not only ended 200 years of Muslim rule but also murdered and expelled thousands of Arabs and Indian civilians in broad daylight.
The Indians, who were settled there, were mostly wealthy merchants and traders from Northwestern India. One of them was Bomi Bulsara, a Persian cashier from Western India.
Bomi was originally a Parsi from the Gujarat region of the Bombay Presidency in Colonial India. His family name was derived from the Bulsar or Valsad – a town in Gujarat from where they were originated.
There is a very interesting legend about how the Zoroastrians fled from their Persian homeland to Gujarat to escape religious prosecution. As per the epic poem Qissa-i Sanjan when they arrived in Gujarat, they met Jadi Rana, the local King.
The King sent a vessel of milk filled to the very brim to the newly arrived Persis signifying his kingdom is already full and couldn’t accept refugees.
In response, they returned the vessel adding a pinch of sugar indicating Persis would only make their life sweeter.
When Bomi moved to Zanzibar as a cashier at a British Colonial Court he was fairly young. He was said to work at ‘House of Wonders’ – a landmark building in famous Stone Town. It was so named as it was the 1st building in Zanzibar with electricity.
A few years later Bomi married another Persian girl Jer from India and a few years later their son Farrokh Bulsara was born on 5th September 1946 in Zanzibar Government Hospital.
Farrokh was sent for schooling in India and when he came back in 1963, the bloody Zanzibar Revolution was impending. On the fated day, over 20,000 Arabs had been murdered, along with thousands of Indians. Rest fled the country.
This is possibly the only genocide that was entirely filmed live and made as a documentary. ( refer ‘Africa Addio’) There is apparently no memorial for the victims even today.
Among the Indians who were fortunate enough to escape Zanzibar before the revolution started were Bomi and Jer Bulsara, and their children, Farrokh and Kashmira.
Bomi was able to escape the situation in time and flee to England before the genocide began. Today we know Farrokh as Freddie Mercury – the iconic lead vocalist of the rock band Queen.
If the Bulsara family had failed to flee to England escaping the genocide, the world would have probably never known Freddie Mercury and you would possibly never heard of Bohemian Rhapsody!
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What is Web Hosting?
Web hosting is a service that allows organizations and individuals to post a website or web page onto the Internet. A web host, or web hosting service provider, is a business that provides the technologies and services needed for the website or webpage to be viewed in the Internet. Websites are hosted, or stored, on special computers called servers. When Internet users want to view your website, all they need to do is type your website address or domain into their browser. Their computer will then connect to your server and your webpages will be delivered to them through the browser.
Most hosting companies require that you own your domain in order to host with them. If you do not have a domain, the hosting companies will help you purchase one.
Free webhosting sites are sometimes tempting in the sense that a person who needs a website for small business but does not have enough money may have no option but to visit these sites and create account
The popularity of free web hosting has exploded in recent years.
And it’s easy to see why – with all the different expenses required to run a successful website, it’s tempting to try and cut costs wherever possible to stay within your budget.
And what’s more budget-friendly than free web hosting, right?
Well, not exactly…
Free web hosts aren’t always what they market themselves to be. Tight restrictions they place on bandwidth, storage capacity, server speed, and uptimes can make your new site all but unusable.
But don’t worry, if you really have no budget – we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. In this review, we compare some free hosting options to help you find the best fit for your site.
lets move on::
The Best “Almost-Free” Hosting ($0.99/mo)
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After nearly 16 years in business and a client base of more than 29,000,000 people spread across 178 countries, Hostinger has become one of the free web hosting industry’s most dominant players.
Ok, so they aren’t technically “free”…
… But at only $0.99/month for their limited shared hosting plan they’re still one of the most budget-friendly web hosts on the market.
With average load times of only 355ms (the second-best we’ve ever recorded), they’re also one of the fastest.
But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Even their most basic plan comes armed to the teeth with a whole bag of goodies including:
- 1 MySQL database
- 1 FTP user
- Access to their website builder
- One-click install of WordPress or other CMS
- 24/7 customer support (seriously, it’s one of the best)
- 100GB of Bandwidth and 10GB of Disk Space
- One free email account
And, if the needs of your site outgrow the limits of their basic hosting plan, you can always upgrade to their premium shared hosting plan.
- Unlimited websites
- Unlimited email accounts
- Unlimited bandwidth
- Weekly memory backups
- Free domain
One of the only major annoyances we had while reviewing Hostinger is that their user interface doesn’t give you access to a classic cPanel…
Instead, you’ll get a slightly downgraded made-in-house interface called the hPanel.
It’s not our favorite user interface, but – considering the exceptional speeds, customer support, and features – we’re hard-pressed not to hold it against them.
Hostinger’s “shared plan” average uptime and load time in 2019:
With some of the fastest speeds we’ve ever seen and uptimes on par with those of HostGator’s Cloud, Hostinger is the best “almost free” host that we’ve ever reviewed.
…or read our full Hostinger review here.
$0/mo – But 2 Hours Offline Every Month
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“Zero cost web hosting with PHP, MySQL, cPanel, and no ads!”.
That’s the marketing slogan of 000webhost.com, Hostinger’s partner company, and one of the top-rated free web hosts in the world.
Now, if it sounds just a little too good to be true – IT IS!
Yes, 000WebHost offers impressive speeds (especially for a shared free host), and their no-ads policy makes for a much cleaner and friendlier user experience.
Unfortunately, these two factors alone simply aren’t enough to compensate for the myriad of other limitations.
*Note: It’s worth mentioning that 000WebHost experienced a massive security breach back in 2015 where the private information of more than 13,000,000 customers was leaked.
Of the many problems that we experienced while reviewing 000WebHost, none was more prevalent or frustrating than their utterly unusable uptimes.
With an average uptime of only 99.70%, you can expect to experience at least an hour of downtime every other week on your site. Think of all the traffic and sales you might lose every single month.
To make matters worse, you’re also limited to a mere 3GB of bandwidth, 300MB of disk space. To top it off, there is no email or live chat customer support to assist you in the (all but certain) event you encounter a problem with their service.
Here’s 000WebHost free plan average uptime and load time in 2019:
Despite having admittedly impressive speeds, with such horrible uptimes and heavy limitations, we cannot recommend 000WebHost to anyone unless it’s an absolute necessity.
Most Unlimited Features
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With only over 300,000 customers, InfinityFree is a relatively small player in the web hosting game.
Despite their small client base, they’ve managed to carve out a reputation for themselves as the most feature-rich free web host on the market.
Even though you will undoubtedly experience some problems with their service, this reputation is well earned.
InfinityFree comes with the following:
- Free SSL certificate with all plans (a very nice bonus)
- No front-end ads
- Free Cloudflare CDN
- 1 FTP account
- Unlimited bandwidth and storage space
- 400 MySQL databases.
It’s safe to say that InfinityFree gives you a big bang for your unpaid buck.
But when you skim through their terms of service and acceptable use policies, things start to get a little more “interesting.”
What InfinityFree doesn’t advertise on their website is that their offers of “unlimited” bandwidth and storage space come with some seriously limited restrictions.
In their terms of service, they place significant and ambiguous restrictions on the types of content and files you’re allowed to upload. Also, the amount of the so-called “unlimited” bandwidth on offer is also questionable.
And the best part?
The penalty for non-compliance with the limitations on their “unlimited” offer is the suspension or elimination of your website and data – Ouch!
It’s also worth mentioning that InfinityFree doesn’t offer email accounts anymore. They used to have 10 email accounts included in their features but recently they disabled it due to being very limited to begin with and having multiple issues (only 10MB of storage per account, emails not getting sent due to bad IP reputation, etc.).
Here’s InfinityFree’s free plan average uptime and load time in 2019:
Generally, their uptime is pretty good, but this January, for example, we experienced over 40 hours of downtime.
Great For Personal and Small Business Websites
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Despite being very well known for its search engine and other online products such as Sheets, Docs, and Gmail, they also offer a free website builder since 2008. The website builder got a complete rebuild in 2016 and currently hosts over 70,000 live websites.
Just like most other Google products, it is entirely free to use.
You also get a free subdomain with an SSL certificate, and Google Sites features no ads on your website.
It’s not all good though; the styling options are very limited. There is no way to add custom CSS or to even add fonts from their own Goole Fonts catalog.
The SEO options are also limited, and you cannot host Google Adsense advertisements.
Although we are still running our own tests to gather more concrete data on the real uptimes and load times of GoogleSites hosting, a superficial glance at the other reviews around the web suggests that it’s reliable and fast.
Free web hosting that sounds too good to be true because it is.
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With over 2.5+ million customers and 17 years in the web hosting business, AwardSpace has carved out a name for itself as one of the top free hosting providers available.
Some of their best features include:
- 100% ad-free hosting to the MySQL database
- 24/7 customer service (an admittedly enticing bonus)
- One-click CMS (WordPress/Joomla) installation
- 99% uptime guarantee
Everything looks amazing, right?
Unfortunately, a closer look will reveal questionable features.
Although AwardSpace does a few things well, there are several glaring issues with their free hosting, which prevent them from serving as a viable option for any serious webmasters.
For starters, free users are limited to only 1 GB of disk space and 5GB of bandwidth. It means that your new site will be little more than a glorified “demo” of AwardSpace’s premium hosting packages.
There are also a few disconcerting lines of legal jargon in their TOS that seem to permit them to sell off your data to third-party vendors.
None of it really matters since the biggest problem with AwardSpace is the abysmally big downtime which on average is more than an hour a week.
Here’s AwardSpace free plan average uptime and load time in 2019:
Slow speed and no sub-domain
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With a decade in the web hosting business and 15,000 customers, a European company, FreeHosting.com has grown exponentially. Nonetheless, as we’ve seen time and time again – popularity and performance aren’t always correlated.
Equipped with unmetered bandwidth (granted your website complies with their rather stringent acceptable use policy), you also get the following
- A multilingual cPanel
- 10 GB of disk space, one email account
- A MySQL database
FreeHosting.com seems like one of the better free hosts available.
As is self-evident with free web hosts, the endless stream of technical issues posed by FreeHosting’s service makes it all but unusable.
With abysmally slow load times that border on the 2-second mark – it’s one of the worst uptimes we’ve ever seen and countless customer complaints of deleted websites and non-responsive customer service, FreeHosting.com is yet another web host that makes big promises but ultimately fails to uphold any of them.
Here’s FreeHosting free plan average uptime and load time in 2019:
With some of the worst uptimes and slowest speeds we’ve ever recorded, we recommend that you avoid FreeHosting.com at all costs.
Low disk space and bad speed & uptime.
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Freehostia sets itself apart from the competition with its unique plan names (who knew you could buy “Chocolate” web hosting?). In addition, they also have load-balanced server clusters – which allows for increased load times across the company’s assets.
However, these unique “features” don’t do very much to improve the quality of their hosting.
Their customer service has earned many glowing recommendations in recent years, they offer 3 free email accounts and up to 5 hosted domains (a rarity in the free web hosting space). Yet, these enticing offers aren’t nearly enough to offset the hefty restrictions and performance issues with which you’ll be faced.
The biggest problem with Freehostia’s free hosting is the restrictions they place on your storage and bandwidth.
With a paltry 250MB of storage and 6GB of bandwidth, even the most minimalist of webmasters will struggle to build a site that contains more than a few images and a line or two of plain text.
However, the real nails in the coffin are the unreliable uptimes and incredibly slow speeds.
Freehostia might work for hosting a simple test site or low traffic blog… Nevermind – even that might be pushing it.
Here’s Freehostia free plan average uptime and load time in 2019:
Although the uptimes and load times aren’t the worst we’ve seen (they’re still pretty bad), there’s no reason to use a company like Freehostia when you have so many other decent service providers available.
Why Free Hosting Services is not adviceable
Although the providers we’ve shared are among the best (which sadly isn’t saying much), even the most reputable ones struggle to live up to their promises. Instead, they present their “customers” with slow, and often unusable websites with no chance of succeeding in today’s competitive online space.
Also, they can delete your website (or online business) within seconds, leaving you no control…
So, does this mean that hope is lost for the low-budget webmaster-to-be?
Alternatives for Free Web Hosting
Free hosts might talk a big game, but at the end of the day will leave you with a shell of a site. All their services are unable to meet even the most basic standards required to run a successful business website.
Even with the tight restrictions on bandwidth, storage, and basic features like email accounts and website installations.
However, you can secure fast and reliable hosting with truly unlimited bandwidth and storage for pennies on the dollar. This is thanks to advances in technology and competition in the marketplace.
In fact, with the plethora of new-customer discounts and other offers, you can easily buy 2-3 years of web hosting for less than $100.
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A federal lawsuit filed Thursday alleges Chicago police misused “unreliable” gunshot detection technology and failed to pursue other leads in investigating a grandfather from the city’s South Side who was charged with killing a neighbor.
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ShotSpotter’s website says the company is “a leader in precision policing technology solutions” that help stop gun violence by using sensors, algorithms and artificial intelligence to classify 14 million sounds in its proprietary database as gunshots or something else.Lawsuit: Chicago police misused ShotSpotter in murder case
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The movement for fossil-fuel divestment has swelled to what an Oxford University study calls the fastest-growing divestment movement in history, one with the potential to shift the political ground beneath the fossil-fuel lobby’s feet. There are more than 500 campaigns globally—including on some 400 college and university campuses in the United States, along with city and state governments and major religious institutions. Ten colleges and more than twenty cities—including Seattle, San Francisco and, as it happens, Cambridge, Massachusetts—have committed to divest.
Back in October, Harvard University President and distinguished American historian Drew Gilpin Faust, having faced more than a year of increasing calls by students, faculty and almuni to divest from fossil fuels, released a statement in which she explained why Harvard would do no such thing, at least not on her watch. Reactions to her position—by critics ranging from climate activist Tim DeChristopher (now at Harvard Divinity School) and Columbia’s Todd Gitlin (an alum) to former Oberlin president and National Science Board member James Lawrence Powell, among others—pointed to its logical inconsistency, not to mention blindness to moral, political and economic facts. Nevertheless, as others have noted, Faust’s arguments have become the de facto orthodox positions of the anti-divestment crowd.
On campus, in Cambridge, the student-led Divest Harvard campaign (I’m involved with the alumni wing), has repeatedly invited Faust to engage in a public forum on divestment—and has repeatedly been rebuffed. So earlier this month, the students confronted Faust after a public speech, and captured the conversation on video. During the exchange, incredibly, Faust denied that the fossil-fuel industry obstructs progress on clean energy. The video made a stir—thanks to leading climate blogger Joe Romm, who demolished that assertion. Faust felt compelled to respond to the students in an e-mail, as reported by the student newspaper The Crimson. Needless to say, relations between the students and the president’s office are somewhat tense. The students—and their faculty and alumni supporters—are far from backing down or going away. If anything, they’re more resolved than ever to raise the pressure—and the stakes.
Into this steps a 27-year-old Harvard graduate student, Ben Franta, a member of Divest Harvard’s student board, with a qualitatively different kind of response to Faust: direct, personal, unsparing—and, I’ll add, principled and brave. Last month, Franta met privately with Faust in her office—not for the first time—to discuss divestment. Two days later, he wrote her an impassioned letter, which he shared with me and others, in which he rebutted her points one by one and appealed to her, again, for an open debate. She has not responded. The moment she gets up and speaks publicly about divestment from fossil fuels, she told Franta, it will end up on the front page of The New York Times.
And so Franta has decided to publish an open letter, based closely on that first one, and he asked me to post it here.
Franta, who grew up in rural Iowa, is working toward a PhD in applied physics—more specifically, as he describes it, focusing on “reducing the cost of solar energy by developing high-efficiency photovoltaics using industrially scalable methods.” In his recent meeting with Faust, she continued to extol Harvard’s programs in sustainability and energy research as the proper way forward. In response, he told her, speaking as one who works on solar energy at Harvard, such research simply isn’t enough. “Politics,” Franta says, “lies upstream of technology development.”
Franta’s open letter follows here. This is surely not the first time a sitting Harvard president has been schooled by a Harvard student—but it’s a moment worth recording for history.
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March 19, 2014
Gordon McKay Lab
9 Oxford St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
Dear President Faust,
I am writing to you today in the hope of generating a public discussion that is based on intellectual honesty and moral seriousness.
I will be direct in this letter. It does not imply a lack of respect. I believe it is best to work together, and the need for clarity is urgent.
Last month you and I met to discuss Harvard’s divestment from the fossil fuel business. We disagree on whether or not Harvard should continue to invest in fossil fuel corporations, but I am not concerned by disagreement per se. I am concerned by the possibility that you are not treating this issue with the honesty and seriousness that it deserves. I believe that possibility has troubling implications.
I wrote to you a month ago with the concerns in this letter. They are still unaddressed. It is important to address them, because they affect many people. I will explain the reasons for my concern.
To justify the university’s continued funding of the fossil fuel industry, you have provided a list of unsubstantiated beliefs in place of evidence-based arguments, both in your written statement on fossil fuel divestment and in subsequent conversations. Unsubstantiated beliefs will not suffice to protect our children and grandchildren from damages arising from planetary climate change.
The plan you have put forth as an alternative to divestment—that Harvard, through a strategy of shareholder activism, will induce fossil fuel companies to become clean energy companies—is a proposition that requires evidence to demonstrate its seriousness and feasibility. I am not aware of evidence to suggest that: 1) fossil fuel companies have any interest in becoming clean energy companies anytime soon, if ever; 2) that it is possible for such companies to become clean energy companies while maintaining fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders; 3) that shareholder activism is capable of inducing such fundamental shifts in business strategy; or 4) that Harvard, as an activist shareholder, has such power.
Your repeated preference of this plan indicates either that you are privy to evidence regarding its feasibility that others are not privy to, that you are naïve regarding the feasibility of this plan or that this plan is proposed cynically. If you do have special information that supports the feasibility of this plan, it should be made public. Without such evidence, there is no reason to believe that this plan is both serious and well informed.
The same need for evidence applies to your statement that divesting from fossil fuel companies will cause a significant loss of revenue for the University. This may very well be true, but, again, evidence to support that conclusion is needed. Various studies to date have indicated that divestment from fossil fuel companies need not result in significant financial losses. Do these studies not apply to Harvard’s endowment, in full or in part? Are there other losses of revenue that concern you besides investment returns, such as corporate and private donations? Or are your concerns less tangible?
It is right for you to act as a steward of Harvard’s financial health. However, when your statements run counter to the body of evidence, it is necessary to provide compelling evidence of your own. It is never enough to say, “Don’t kid yourself—divesting will hurt the University financially.” Calls for divestment are not made in jest. Climate change is and will be a matter of life and death for many. The lack of evidence brought to the table thus far by you and the rest of the Harvard Corporation, however, does suggest a lack of seriousness.
Other statements of yours indicate, to my mind, a lack of seriousness that is troubling, such as your suggestion to me during our last meeting that if Harvard divests from fossil fuels, the University will need to decide whether to divest from sugar. Surely you understand that fossil fuels and sugar are distinct in a number of fundamental ways. One of those ways, perhaps the main one, is that the production and consumption of sugar does not degrade the habitability of the planet for modern human civilization.
Another important difference between fossil fuels and sugar is that those who decide to use fossil fuels and immediately benefit from their use are not the same people who bear the risk for their use. When carbon dioxide is put into the atmosphere, it requires 25-50 years to cause the bulk of its warming effect, which then affects every living thing on the globe. Thus, when we use fossil fuels today, our children and grandchildren bear damages as a result (along with everyone else’s children and grandchildren). These future damages are large, they are accumulating and they are unpaid for. Fossil fuel companies are particularly profitable today because no one is paying for these damages. None of these facts are secrets. Through investing in fossil fuels, Harvard seeks to profit, and does profit, from these future damages.
Your fear of a “slippery slope,” as you put it, in which divesting from fossil fuels leads to a campaign to divest from sugar, must be elaborated upon if it is to be used as a valid argument to maintain the status quo. The fear of a slippery slope can be used to counter any call for action in any area; it is not a valid argument unless there is evidence to show that taking one action will inevitably lead to another with costs that outweigh the benefits of the first action. We are not talking about divesting from sugar, or cats, or apples, even though cats scratch people and people choke on apples. We are talking about divesting from fossil fuels, because fossil fuels cause planetary climate change.
You assert that to cease investments in fossil fuel extraction would be tantamount to using the endowment as a “political weapon.” This presupposes both the political effectiveness of divestment and the neutrality of remaining invested in fossil fuel extraction. Of course, if an act of divestment would be politically effective, then remaining invested cannot be neutral.
In refusing to divest, Harvard is choosing to profit from future damages that create intergenerational and geographical inequity. This unnecessarily positions the endowment in conflict with the future welfare of our children and grandchildren. It is this status quo—not some hypothetical scenario—that is cause for offense and leads many to demand change.
You have asserted that because we unavoidably use fossil fuels in our day-to-day lives, we should not stop investing in them. It is unclear why this should be the case. If your argument is an appeal for self-consistency, you seem to imply that no repudiation of fossil fuel use should be undertaken while we unavoidably use them. This is clearly not what is happening in the world around us, and pursuing such a policy would be enormously naïve. The renewable energy research at Harvard is done using electricity from fossil fuels. The Office for Sustainability carries out its work using fossil fuels. Both are repudiations of fossil fuel use that use fossil fuels. Should we stop these activities because they violate your appeal for self-consistency? Or do you mean something else by your argument?
Fossil fuel use is unavoidable, because it is a large part of the energy mix today. We must become accustomed to taking steps away from fossil fuels and towards low-carbon energy sources even while we use fossil fuels in our day-to-day lives, because there does not seem to be another choice. The description of self-consistency you have laid out, in which Harvard must either fund the fossil fuel industry for a profit or isolate itself entirely from fossil fuels in every way, is not representative of reality.
It is entirely consistent to unavoidably use fossil fuels while carrying out low-carbon energy research to displace fossil fuels, and it is entirely consistent to unavoidably use fossil fuels while choosing not to invest in their continued dominance. If you truly think there is a case to be made regarding the inconsistency of divestment, then that case must be made more clearly.
Some of your arguments appear to be inconsistent with each other, and this concerns me because inconsistency can indicate a preference for convenience over the truth. You’ve asserted that if Harvard were to divest from fossil fuel companies, it would have “no” political impact because Harvard, you allege, is not sufficiently influential. At the same time, you’ve told me that you are unwilling to speak on these issues publicly because a discussion of fossil fuel divestment at Harvard might garner too much media attention. These statements give the impression that you are willing to both deny and invoke the influence of Harvard, even at the same time, in order to avoid taking action on this important problem. I think some clarity is required on this topic.
Finally, I am concerned that you are, perhaps, in denial or unaware of important political realities. Your recent denial of the effectiveness of fossil fuel companies in slowing the implementation of clean energy was surprising. I know that you have since indicated that you did not understand what was being discussed at the time. However, you have still not clarified what you understand regarding the political power of fossil fuel companies and the use of that power in our society.
If you have evidence to support the feasibility of your plan to change fossil fuel companies to clean energy companies, you must present it. And if you have evidence to support your assertion that divestment, even partial divestment, will significantly hurt the University financially, you must present it. And if you are going to use “slippery slope” and self-consistency arguments as reasons for inaction on a problem that will affect all of our descendants, then you must make those arguments more clearly.
Those calling for divestment have the right to do so, because the profit motive to exacerbate climate change at the expense of others—an activity that Harvard is now engaging in and endorsing—affects the welfare of their children, grandchildren and the generations that come after them. And the Harvard community has the right to discuss this issue openly with those who have decision-making power in this matter and those who are currently vetoing such calls. This includes, but might not be limited to, you and the other members of the Harvard Corporation.
As for me, after more than a year of unproductive, closed-door meetings with members of the Corporation, during which the same list of unsubstantiated beliefs was presented repeatedly to justify inaction on a problem that will affect all of our descendants, I believe that public debate and discussion are required to separate the sense from the nonsense. You have shown an eagerness to engage with the fossil fuel industry. I ask that you show the same eagerness to engage with members of your own Harvard community who are working to protect their children and grandchildren.
Climate change presents a long fight that will likely require generations of action. I believe we can make more progress by working together in the ways we are able rather than by dismissing others’ concerns. I cannot ask or expect that we will agree on every matter. All I can ask, for the sake of my descendants and those of others, is that you show both honesty and seriousness on this issue. Without those virtues from our leaders, our hope is greatly diminished.
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One of the most beloved videogame franchises ever is Civilization, and the dev team at E3 showed off more of what looks to be an exciting chapter in the series, Civilization V.
There are several already well-know facts about the game. For one, it’s gorgeous. The 3D hexagon tile-based map has natural looking plains, coastlines, mountain ranges, deserts, and so on; the near-photorealistic water ripples and waves. Leaders are now large, fully rendered characters who speak in their natural language, and have a lot more “weight” when dealing with them.
Another major change in the game has been the fact units can no longer be stacked. This has a profound on gameplay and combat, of course. Since units can no longer be stacked, positioning of forces becomes of great importance. Terrain can greatly determine the victor of a battle now, even if the defender has fewer forces. Height, cover, and flanking all play a part in combat, as well as attrition through bombardment. Artillery is far weaker in Civ V when it comes to close combat, but since there’s no stacking, their role is pushed further into the support role, pummeling other units from afar, softening them for the ground troops. Cities defend themselves now, and can bombard themselves.
Culture works a little differently this time around. In previous games, the borders expended broadly. Now, borders slowly capture one hex at a time, and it’s based on the countries needs. For example, if the country needs production, it may decide to capture a forest tile, snaking its border a little. Players can also physically decide which tiles to capture, and can even purchase them.
Culture is now a currency as well, and used to purchase social policy. There are ten categories of policies that have to be first unlocked, with such spheres as “Tradition”, “Liberty”, “Honor”, “Piety”, “Patronage”, “Autocracy”, and so on. Each sphere of culture is further broken down into the types of policy under each sphere. This leads to the culture victory condition, when a civilization researches the “Utopia Project” after getting a certain number of social policies.
Another major addition are City States. These are independent one city civilizations that have a little more oomph than the outlaw nations that would appear when a barbarian horde conquered a city in previous games. These cities come in three flavors: maritime, cultured, and militaristic. They also have personalities that influence what sort of gifts they desire from allies. A player who send these gifts will earn favor with that civ, and City States can only favor one civ at a time. While it is possible to conquer a City State, the civ that liberates it will be eternally grateful, which is important, since City States vote in the diplomatic victory as well.
Speaking of capturing cities, there are now three options to employ after conquering an enemy city. You can now install a puppet government in a city rather than annex it or raze it. Now, simply annexing a city can bring down production to your civ as a whole due to unhappiness. Leaving a puppet government means that it’ll funnel its production to your coffers, but you have no ability to tell it how to produce at all. You can still annex it later when the time is right. The domination win condition now simply requires the player conquer every capital in the game, rather than having to capture every city to beat a civ.
The spaceship victory has also been tweaked a bit as well. Now, each spaceship part must physically be transported to the capital, so they’re vulnerable to enemy attack. The demonstration I attended ended with the Atzec capital being nuked in a glorious blast because their final part, the cockpit, was about to be delivered to it, which would have ended the game.
Civilization V is looking more and more exciting, and it will be a happy Fall 2010.
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Last week I caught an exchange on Twitter discussing ways to celebrate/promote Better Hearing and Speech Month. I loved an idea from @ndnspeechmom which was to pass out bottles of water with vocal hygiene tips. So, here you go—wrappers designed for 8 oz bottles of water (though they’ll fit larger too) with some basic facts. They print black and white, four to a sheet. You can opt to use color paper if you want to add some flair. Simply use a piece of tape or your contact information on a return address label to adhere. ***Note: it is easier to stick the wrappers/labels on if you work on room temperature bottles.
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To use the JCC LogMiner Loader to replicate data from an Rdb database to a JDBC target, one must have a class IV JDBC driver that is certified to work with the target data store. The JDBC driver contains the client JDBC methods used by the Loader to access the target JDBC server for data replication. To use a JDBC driver on OpenVMS requires Java be installed on OpenVMS. The earliest version of Java that supports the necessary methods for JDBC and the JCC LogMiner Loader is Java 1.4.2. Some JDBC drivers require Java versions newer than 1.4.2. Please check with the supplier of the JDBC driver for their minimum supported Java version.
The version of Java available on OpenVMS depends on the CPU architecture (VAX, Alpha or Itanium) and the installed version of OpenVMS. Links to the HP site where you can download any of the various versions of Java on OpenVMS mentioned in this document are located in the resources section at the bottom of this document.
There is no version of Java available from HP that runs on OpenVMS VAX systems. If you are running OpenVMS on a VAX, there are still options that will allow you to use the JCC LogMiner Loader to replicate your data to a JDBC target. Please contact JCC directly using the contact information at the top of this page to discuss the alternatives.
Alpha (a.k.a. AXP)
As of the writing of this document, the most recent version of Java for Alpha OpenVMS versions 8.2 or later is Java 5.0-9 (a.k.a. 1.5.0-9).
On Alpha OpenVMS 7.3-2, the most recent version of Java available is Java 5.0-3 (a.k.a. 1.5.0-3).
The earliest version of Alpha OpenVMS that supports Java 1.4.2 is Alpha OpenVMS 7.3-1. The most recent patch level available that is supported on Alpha OpenVMS 7.3-1 is Java 1.4.2-4.Note: The JCC LogMiner Loader has encountered issues with Java 1.4.2 when using the FASTVM and therefore only the CLASSIC VM is supported.
If you are running a VMS version earlier than 7.3-1, there are still options that will allow you to use the JCC LogMiner Loader to replicate your data to a JDBC data store. Please contact JCC directly using the contact information at the top of this page to discuss the alternatives.
Itanium (a.k.a. Integrity)
As of the writing of this document, the most recent version of Java on VSI OpenVMS V8.4-2L1 or later is Java 8.0.222B a.k.a. 1.8.0_222-b05 and on HP OpenVMS 8.4 or later is Java 8.0.03 a.k.a. 1.8.0.03-vms-rc1. Java 8.0.03 is supported starting with JCC LogMiner Loader version V03.05.01.
In addition JAVA 6.0-6 (a.k.a. 1.6.0-6) and Java 6.0-7 (a.k.a. 1.6.0-7) are available for those not wanting to go to a full 64-bit JAVA.
Java 6.0-5 (a.k.a. 1.6.0-5), the most recent version of Java for Itanium OpenVMS 8.3, is supported only with patch QXCM1001322821 by the JCC LogMiner Loader. HP supplies this patch, so please contact HP support for availability. Java 1.6.0-1 is also supported by the JCC LogMiner Loader, but Java versions between 1.6.0-1 and 1.6.0-5 are not supported.
All JAVA versions are only supported with the logical name JAVA$FORCE_IEEE_FPSR defined as:
$ define JAVA$FORCE_IEEE_FPSR 1
Failure to use this logical name can result in the Java garbage collector failing with an exception similar to:
%SYSTEM-F-FLTDIV_F, arithmetic fault, floating divide by zero at PC=0000000003C733D1, PS=0000001B
As of the writing of this document, the most recent version of Java for Itanium OpenVMS 8.2-1 is Java 5.0-3 (a.k.a. 1.5.0-3).
The JCC LogMiner Loader can use either the J2SE™ Runtime Environment (JRE) or the J2SE™ Development Kit (JDK). Implementing a private JRE for the Loader is described here.
VMS Software Inc. released their own Java 8.0 JDK on 9-Jun-2020 supporting VSI OpenVMS V8.4-2L1.
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The major centre-right and centre-left groupings were always going to have a tough election, the question was - on what scale?
When the results came, it was clear they had lost their combined majority in the European Parliament as voters shied away from the mainstream. But they still held more than 43% of the vote.
The mainstream blocs lost votes to the Liberals, Greens and nationalists, creating a new, fragmented reality for the European Parliament.
Turnout was at its highest since 1994, with some observers suggesting this was due to more young people voting.
1. End of two-party rule
The centre-right European People's Party (EPP) and centre-left Socialists and Democrats (S&D) have long held more than half the seats in Parliament between them. That is set to change.
The sense of an end of an era was symbolised in Germany, where the centre-right Christian Democrats of Chancellor Angela Merkel polled just 29% of the vote - their worst-ever performance in European elections. The centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) came a poor third with 16%.
Official projections, based on exit polls, now suggest the EPP and S&D will lose 83 seats, bringing their share down to around 44%, from a comfortable control of more than half the previous parliament.
The centrist Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe (ALDE), is heading for big gains, with its share rising from 67 seats to 107. That is largely because the newcomer-party of French President Emmanuel Macron has decided to join up and could play a kingmaker role.
Outgoing ALDE group leader Guy Verhofstadt hailed a "historical moment" and a "new balance of power".
2. A Green wave
Many member states, from the Nordic countries to Portugal, saw a rise in the Green vote.
And while they may have come second in Germany, the Green party is being hailed as the big winner there, doubling its vote share to 21%, incomplete results showed.
The Greens captured the zeitgeist while the other parties struggled to put together a coherent environmental policy, said BBC Berlin correspondent Jenny Hill.
Around one in three people under the age of 30 voted Green. In the run-up to the vote, 90 influential YouTubers urged followers to vote for parties that took climate issues seriously. They told voters to avoid the far-right AfD, which they said denied climate change was even happening.
In France, green group Europe Écologie Les Verts (EELV) is on course to come third with 13%. Both Mrs Le Pen and Mr Macron have emphasised their green credentials. Mr Macron wants to shift to green technology and energy while Mrs Le Pen said her brand of localism was good for the environment.
In Portugal, the green PAN party (People-Animals-Nature) is on course to win its first ever seat in the European Parliament, possibly even two.
The Greens have won an historic second place in Finland but in Sweden, home to climate activist Greta Thunberg, they have gone into reverse. They are projected to poll 11%, down almost 8%.
In Ireland, early exit polls give the Green party 15%.
3. Mixed picture for nationalist right
This was to be the election that sparked a right-wing force to seize the agenda in Europe. It has not quite happened.
The two dominant nationalist figures in France and Italy won the national vote.
Matteo Salvini, whose right-wing nationalist League party is predicted to win over 30% of the Italian vote, is hoping to found a new grouping, the European Alliance for People and Nations, with the support of a dozen other parties.
In France Marine Le Pen's National Rally party - formerly the National Front - is heading for first place with 23.5% of the vote, narrowly ahead of President Emmanuel Macron's centrist grouping, which got 22.4%.
Turnout was reportedly high in areas where her party has previously done well and also in areas where support for the anti-government "gilets jaunes" (yellow-vest) movement is strong. Mrs Le Pen has changed her position on EU membership, saying she now wants to stay in the bloc.
But after that the nationalist surge appears to fall away.
In Germany the far-right AfD is predicted to get under 11%, up from 7.1% five years ago, but down on its general election showing in 2017.
In the Netherlands the Freedom Party of Dutch anti-Islam politician Geert Wilders has lost all its seats in parliament. Much of his vote appears to have been taken over by another populist party, Forum for Democracy.
Results in Spain give new far-right Vox party getting only 6.2% of the vote, down from the 10.3% it achieved in Spain's national election only a month ago.
Far-right and Eurosceptic parties are currently split between three groupings in the European Parliament: the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR); and the two far-right groupings, Europe of Freedom and Direct Democracy (EFDD) and Europe of Nations and Freedom (ENF).
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In this video, Dr Kevin Argus discusses the importance of embedding industry partnerships in online course design and authentic assessment, and details his experience delivering this as a Lecturer in Design Thinking and Marketing at RMIT.
Kevin explains how engaging industry partners in higher education responds to greater scrutiny on the impact of learning and teaching. Rapidly changing times emphasise the need for authentic learning, and he considers industry partnerships as presenting a paradigm shift in learning that is not only informed by research, but has a demonstrable impact on industry.
In the collaboration between industry and universities, and when executed properly, Kevin describes it as an opportunity that services industries’ needs as well as teaching and student outcomes. Pursuing these partnerships means defining the value proposition that underpins it and ensuring mutual, two-way benefit. He explores this in relation to the real-world exposure that can shape students’ tertiary experience, and how student participation can in turn help companies tell their story.
Kevin covers best practices that RMIT deploys when aligning their choice of industry partner with the school’s research interests and learning deliverables, and their dedicated team of industry engagement experts to drive these efforts across the university. He delves into what’s feasible in the design of authentic, online assessment to meaningfully support the collaboration, and how universities can balance learning objectives with the time and investment of industry partners and students.
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Pedro Hulsebosch Agricultural Center
Located just an hour away from Santiago, the Pedro Hulsebosch Agricultural Center has been a small teaching farm in Cerro Plata since 2013. The farm grows products that can coexist and grow harmonically. We use organic fertilizers such as biol and solid lombricompost, both produced on the farm.
The farm has an irrigation system and the main water source is just 800 meters away, with a reserve of 100 000 liters of water.
Among its top projects is having the first greenhouse in the Veraguas province, with an area of 500 m2, and the production of fertilizers using worms.
We always care about the environment.
The farm has also a plant nursery were you can buy ornamental, fruits, and medicinal plants.
students have practiced on the farm
At least 500 students of schools in Calobre, Cañazas, El Bale, Divisa have been practicing in the farm.
The farm teaches 7 students in a program called “Education and Work, my second chance” were they learn how to efficiently grow crops in their vacations and weekends. We are also visited by at least a dozen students a week, all from schools in nearby regions.
Our long term projections
We expect to get visitors from groups, associations, students no matter what are they studying or their age.
By teaching to new generations, we expect to be auto-sustainable and start selling our products and fertilizers.
We want to create a regional association of small farmers, where we can create a fair, organic and solidary market that sells directly from producer to the consumer.
In Veraguas, we are the only producers of liquid and solid fertilizers that come from Californian worms, which have proven to be the best organic fertilizer in the world because of its capacity to regenerate the soil and make them more productive.
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In a report released Monday, the Bureau of Governmental Research, a local nonpartisan think tank, came out against a package of proposed property tax changes backed by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell. Cantrell’s tax plan is being put to Orleans Parish voters as three separate ballot initiatives in the Dec. 5 election. Early voting begins on Nov. 20.
The overall plan is to rededicate a group of property taxes that generate approximately $25 million a year. The new dedication would take roughly $6.5 million from the New Orleans Public Library system and distribute the funds to economic development, housing initiatives and infrastructure maintenance. The mayor’s plan would also carve $1.5 million from the Library budget to pay for an existing early childhood education program.
Overall, the changes would result in the library losing 40 percent of its property tax collections. The city has said that the cut wouldn’t have any detrimental impact on the library system, but it’s unclear how that is possible.
The report says that while some parts of the plan may address critical funding needs in the city, the Cantrell administration has failed to give voters “adequate information for decision making on taxes that would run for 20 years.”
“All propositions have significant flaws, despite the compelling needs they might address,” the report said. “Voters are asked to approve a nearly 40% revenue cut for public libraries without a strategic plan or a clear roadmap for right-sizing their budget before their reserves run out. The proposal further asks voters to increase taxes for infrastructure, housing and economic development without any spending plans.”
The report specifically pointed to the economic development funding as a source of concern. The city’s economic development fund has been historically used to fund a $2.5 million partnership with the New Orleans Business Alliance, the report said. The city has said it wants to use the money to build more in-house staffing and programming for economic development while continuing a smaller partnership with the business alliance.
According to the report, the city is working on a new strategic plan for economic development. But that plan hasn’t been finalized or released yet.
“The lack of a detailed spending plan for the economic development tax is a greater concern. Economic development initiatives, by their nature, are less tangible and certain in their results. If the City does not have a clear plan for how it will use the tax revenue and measure results, it opens the door for waste. … Considering the City’s position that the tax is essential to respond to urgent economic and workforce development issues, it should be able to demonstrate readiness and capacity to direct revenue to well-developed initiatives.”
All of those concerns were underscored in the report by another consideration: There isn’t a compelling need to renew these taxes this year. All of the taxes being renewed and adjusted don’t expire until the end of 2021. That means if voters reject the renewal propositions, the existing taxes will remain in place for another year.
“City officials said they are seeking to replace the taxes a year before they expire to achieve a level of stability amid the fiscal crisis,” the report said. “They also want to expedite reallocation of some tax revenue to new priorities, such as early childhood education and vehicle replacement. But with the City facing a multi-year financial recovery, voters may question whether it is prudent to lock in tax dedications for 20 years.”
Nevertheless, Cantrell’s recent public statements have cast the tax package as an urgent, immediate need. In a recent video posted by Cantrell’s Facebook account, Cantrell was asked what would happen if the millage proposals failed to pass.
“That will mean that we’ll have to fill a gap of around $23 million,” she said. “It would have an immediate impact to our operations in 2021 unless we’re able to fill that gap.”
But even if all three budget proposals fail, the city would end up with the same amount of tax revenue in 2021. And as the BGR report points out, the city has some flexibility to realign what the existing taxes are used for.
“If voters reject the propositions, the City could levy the existing taxes for another year. It could adjust the individual tax rates for 2021 to achieve some of its reallocation goals without increasing the overall tax rate. The City could then return to voters in 2021 with tax propositions informed by a clearer picture of the City’s finances. The City would also have more time to address shortcomings in some of its plans for using the tax revenues.”
At a roundtable meeting on the proposal on Monday, Cantrell maintained that the cuts to the library budget would come with no reduction to library services or programming.
“No, we’re not cutting them at all,” she said.
She also said that the proposal would be a property tax decrease. However, she was referring to a reduction from the originally authorized tax rates, not what is actually being levied currently. Under the Mayor’s plan, the tax rate would remain consistent with 2020 levels.
The BGR report notes that voters face a challenge in judging each individual proposition since they’re all part of the same overall plan. The city split the proposal into three ballot propositions because the state’s 200-word limit made it impossible to fully describe the changes in one proposition, according to the report.
“Due to the highly interconnected nature of the tax propositions, the Library tax presents voters with a couple of conundrums. First, because it is paired with early childhood education, voters must approve the most problematic tax dedication in order to approve one of the most promising dedications.”
The City of New Orleans started directly funding early childhood education in 2018 with a small, $750,000 pilot program. It was the first local government in Louisiana to fund early childhood education, according to the BGR report. That was doubled in 2019 and doubled again in 2020 to reach $3 million in funding.
In July, the City Council was attempting to fulfill the budget promise by allocating an additional $1.5 million to early childhood education. The mayor came out publicly in opposition, saying that it was “irresponsible” in light of the coronavirus crisis and related budget crisis. The council ended up allocating the money despite the mayor’s opposition. But the mayor has cut that $1.5 million out of her proposed 2021 budget.
The mayor’s plan, according to BGR, is to replace that money with $1.5 million from the Library millage next year. Ballot Proposition 2 would not only shrink the library property tax, it would expand eligible expenditures of that money from exclusively funding the library to “maintaining and operating public libraries and early childhood education facilities and related programs in the City.”
According to BGR, the City Council would have the ultimate say on how the money is distributed between the library and early childhood education. Cantrell is recommending $1.5 million for early childhood education next year. That, combined with the cut-in-half general fund contribution, would leave early childhood education funding in 2021 consistent with 2020, at $3 million.
But if Proposition 2 fails, early childhood education would get half the funding it got this year.
“Without revenue from the proposed tax, the City says it would limit its funding for early childhood education to $1.5 million from the General Fund,” the report said. “The reduced fund- ing would halve the current number (200) of infants and toddlers served through City Seats.”
Kirby Jane Nagle, senior communications director for United Way of Southeast Louisiana, told The Lens that the group is unaware of any “plan B” to fund the program if the ballot proposition fails.
“As it is today, no,” she said. “If the millage doesn’t pass and kick in, we lose that $1.5 million.”
United Way, through its initiative the New Orleans Campaign for Grade Level Reading, has pushed the city for years to directly fund early childhood education. It recently became one of the prominent supporters of the mayor’s tax plan. Emails show, however, that the campaign wasn’t on board with the plan just months ago. In August, campaign manager Jillian Delos Reyes told Cantrell that the plan should double the amount of money dedicated to early childhood education and take the money from the economic development tax, rather than the library.
“The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading cannot support the millage proposal in its current form, which cuts overall City funding for early care and education in half and dramatically reduces funding for the New Orleans Public Library, a partner that is critical to our vision of every New Orleans child reading on grade level by the end of third grade,” the letter said.
“I urge you to work with us if we are going to successfully provide a direct funding source for early childhood education,” Cantrell responded. “Understand that ultimatums will not get us there, but working together on a path forward will.”
In an interview, Nagle told The Lens that the current proposition will guarantee funding for early childhood education for decades. She said that while the current plan isn’t ideal, the city is going through a budget crisis, almost every corner of the government was taking cuts and this was currently the only deal on the table to secure funding for early childhood education.
“For us, can we take the risk of saying we’ve got another year at getting this done?” she said. “It’s just really a risk that’s too great right now.”
The second challenge for voters — caused by the proposal’s division into a package of three separate ballot proposals — is that taxes may rise or fall depending on what passes and what fails.
One of the Cantrell administration’s top selling points for the tax plan is that it won’t raise taxes. The property tax rate will stay exactly the same, she’s said, this just rearranges how the money is spent.
But that isn’t necessarily true. Proposition 1, the infrastructure tax, and Proposition 3, the housing and economic development tax, would raise those millage rates above their current levels. Those increases are offset by Proposition 2, the library millage. In other words, to keep taxes the same, voters have to be willing to approve all three, cutting revenues for the library.
“Although the City’s goal is to keep the combined rate for the replacement taxes the same as the existing taxes, there are scenarios in which the combined rate would increase or decrease depending on voters’ decisions on the separate propositions,” the BGR report said.
In fact, there are seven possible outcomes for the city’s overall property tax rate depending on which propositions are approved.
If all three propositions are approved or denied, the tax rate will stay the same. But if the library proposal fails and one or both of the other propositions pass, the overall property tax rate will rise. If the library proposal is approved and one or both of the other propositions fail, the overall property tax rate will decline. | <urn:uuid:e0db555e-a7dc-4d7a-8e98-7cb27e7d3ce0> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://thelensnola.org/2020/11/16/report-bureau-of-governmental-research-opposes-cantrell-backed-tax-proposals-on-dec-5-ballot/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571210.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810191850-20220810221850-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.958776 | 2,381 | 1.617188 | 2 |
Ianthe Bridgeman Jerrold was born in Kensington, London, UK in 1898 into a clever, literary family; her great-grandfather Douglas William Jerrold, was a well-known Victorian playwright and journalist, her great-uncle William Blanchard Jerrold a journalist and author, her father Walter Copeland Jarrold, a journalist and author, and his wife Clara Armstrong Jarrold, nee Bridgman, was also a journalist and author. With such a background, it is not surprising that she developed a precocious talent for writing. Before she was ten years old she had short stories appearing in newspapers, and by 1918 she had published two books of poetry and had two short stories in the magazine The Strand. Despite this literary out-put, she also worked in a munitions factory during World War I.
Ianthe was the eldest of five daughters, all named after characters in Greek mythology, Daphne, b. 1899, Phyllis, b. 1899, Hebe, b. 1901, Althea, b/ 1902 and Florence, b. 1913. Twins Daphne and Phyllis attended the Slade School of Art and Hebe also showed an interest in collage art. Ianthe and her sisters spent some years living and working in a studio flat in St John’s Wood, London, and it was in an artist’s studio flat that she set her first detective novel.
In 1923, she published her first novel, Young Richard Mast. A Study of Temperament. This was followed by Hangingstone Farm (1924), Uncle Sabine (1925), and Midsummer Night (1927). In 1927 Jerrold married George Mendes (the brother of the celebrated violinist Isolde Mendes) and moved with him to a dilapidated farmhouse in the Wye Valley, which they spent much time and effort renovating. In 1929 she published the first of two classic and influential whodunits. The Studio Crime gained her immediate acceptance into the recently-formed but highly prestigious Detection Club, and was followed a year later by Dead Man’s Quarry. Ianthe Jerrold subsequently moved on from pure whodunits to write novels ranging from romantic fiction to psychological thrillers. She continued writing and publishing her fiction into the 1970’s. She died in Kensington in 1977, twelve years after her husband George Menges, and left her beloved farmhouse, Cwmmau, to the National Trust. (Based on information primarily from the following source: Detectives of the Golden Age, by Carol Westron)
Dean Street Press has reissued also two forgotten mysteries written by Ianthe Jerrold under the pseudonym “Geraldine Bridgman” (Let Him Lie and There Might Be Danger).
The Studio Crime is the first of Ianthe Jerrold’s classic whodunit novels, originally published in 1929. Its impact led to her membership of the elite Detection Club, and its influence can be felt on later works by John Dickson Carr, Ngaio Marsh and Dorothy L. Sayers among others. This edition, the first in eighty years, includes a new introduction by crime fiction historian Curtis Evans.
Dead Man’s Quarry is the second of Ianthe Jerrold’s classic and influential whodunits, originally published in 1930. This edition, the first for more than eighty years, features a new introduction by crime fiction historian Curtis Evans.
Let Him Lie is a classic golden age detective story from 1940, written by a queen of the form. It includes a new introduction by crime fiction historian Curtis Evans.
There May Be Danger was first published in 1948, and was the last mystery novel by Ianthe Jerrold. This edition features a new introduction by crime fiction historian Curtis Evans.
Curtis Evans wrote about this two almost forgotten novels: ”In the two newly reissued Ianthe Jerrold novels, the author abandons her brilliant amateur detective, John Christmas, who appeared in her earlier books The Studio Crime and Dead Man’s Quarry, in favor of intrepid women sleuths who are drawn into crime investigation out of their sense of empathy for the plights of others, especially children. These two fine mystery novels, which reflect events from Ianthe Jerrold’s own life in the 1940s (. . . ), look ahead to the modern crime novels of authors like Ann Cleeves, I would argue; and I’m very happy to see them back in print after, respectively, 75 and 67 years!” | <urn:uuid:b1d00ae0-e6ec-4fa9-ad48-d2674abe4b37> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://jiescribano.wordpress.com/category/ianthe-jerrold/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571210.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810191850-20220810221850-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.968288 | 966 | 1.578125 | 2 |
Once upon a time, many years ago, there was a beautiful young maiden. The only daughter of the Most Christian Prince of Salade, she was, thus, herself a Princess. Some say her name was Bellacornicha, others Lilgurka, but she has gone down in history as St Uncumber. How and why is the subject of my tale.
The story is set in those far off days when good men were Christians (and so were their womenfolk) and bad men were Pagans (and so were their womenfolk). But the good men were not always the strongest, and sometimes the God of the Christians put His people to the test. So it was, and so it went.
Marriage as sacrifice
The noble Prince of Salade was hard pressed to maintain his country’s independence from the powerful Pagan King Coney. Reminded vaguely of the story of Abraham and Isaac, he decided to sacrifice his best beloved daughter in marriage to the King. As was only right and proper, no one took the trouble to tell the Princess of her fate until the day before her wedding.
Curiously, when she finally learned what was afoot, the Princess was not enchanted at the idea of marriage to the Pagan King. Nor was she inspired by religious fervour at the idea of the sacrifice her father was making.
Brought up as a Christian, though, she had nowhere else to turn but to the very God in whose name her father was encumbering her with this unwanted marriage. And so she prayed to Christ, and begged for a miracle that would save her.
God (or – who knows – maybe the Devil) answered her prayers and on the morning of her wedding day she discovered she had begun to sprout a fine beard all over her face. And a fetching pair of moustaches to match. The beard grew at an extraordinary rate. By three o’clock in the afternoon (an hour before the time appointed for the ceremony) it was a good foot long. The Princess showed her maids, and the maids told the Matron. The Matron informed the Major Domo, and the Major Domo called the Prince.
Whiskered and veiled
Horrified, the Prince of Salade ordered the Princess’s beard to be cut and her face shaved. To no avail. The whiskers simple sprouted all the more vigorously. So he ordered her veils to be doubled. No, tripled! And led her to the altar hoping King Coney would not notice.
The Princess and her father processed into the church together. The King and his Pagans had not been keen for the ceremony to take place in a Christian church, but had relented for diplomatic reasons. Likewise the Prince, who had agreed (against his righteous Christian principles) to the ceremony being conducted jointly by the Bishop of Salade and a Pagan priest.
The Church was crowded. Pagans to the left and Christians to the right. Walking up the aisle the Princess peered as best she could through her veils. They were not quite as thick about her eyes as they were about the lower part of her face. The Pagan men were a wild and hairy looking bunch, but their women were all as tightly veiled as the Princess herself, or more so. King Coney, standing at the altar was tall and broad with a shock of grizzled dark hair. He had shaggy brows and a full broad black beard in which his teeth gleamed yellowly. His nose, thick, gnarled and purple, pendulated between his tight little eyes and bobbed in time to his breathing.
The moment the Princess and her father reached the altar, King Coney reached and grasped the Princess’s veils. He swept them from her head, revealing her hirsute countenance to all. The Bishop stepped back in horror, tripped over his own robes and fell, knocking himself unconscious on the stone flags.
The bearded women
The Pagan priest for his part gave the Princess an appraising look, grasped her beard and tugged. When the beard did not come off, he looked at King Coney and smiled. The King smiled too and turned the Princess about to show her off to the Pagans in the congregation. The men leaped to their feet, laughing and cheering. The women, ululating, doffed their veils to reveal, each one, her own flowing beard!
The Princess, the Prince and all the Christian men and women in the congregation were aghast. But at least King Coney had no objection to marrying his bearded bride. Indeed, he seemed to think the Princess had cultivated her whiskers deliberately to please and honour her groom. As nothing was further from the truth, the Princess was deeply distressed. She went through the ceremony in a state of shock.
After the wedding came the feast, which took place in the Great Hall of the castle. The Princess sat at the High Table between her new husband the King and her father the Prince, and watched the eating and drinking, and listened to the speeches and entertainment, with a face that grew longer and longer. Literally as well as metaphorically, for her beard continued to grow.
Inevitably, as the feasting wore on and wine, beer and spirits were consumed in ever increasing quantities, the speeches and entertainment grew ever more raw. Innuendo was abandoned for increasingly specific encouragement and advice to the bridal pair for things to do during the coming night.
The Princess, who had lived a relatively sheltered life up to now, found herself growing more and more flushed. She even found herself thanking God for the hair that covered so much of her face. It concealed the worst of her blushes.
After a while it struck her she could no longer tell the difference between the Pagan merrymakers and her father’s Christian courtiers. Even more remarkably, she was no longer sure which of the womenfolk were Christian and which Pagan, unless … Of course! She realised suddenly that the Pagan women all wore false beards and had removed them to eat. Only she, among all the women in the company, was so richly endowed with natural facial hair. This discovery made the Princess even more despondent.
Suddenly the Pagan King’s jester stood before her with a silver platter. On the platter was a single fat cucumber flanked by two large radishes. The cucumber was green, but otherwise strongly resembled her new husband’s thick, warty, pendulous nose, and the radishes were much like his tight little eyes. The jester turned around to show off his platter to the laughing, cheering company who, it seemed, could also see the similarity. Then he presented it to her again.
What to do?
The Princess reached out a hesitant hand and touched the cucumber. The King roared with laughter and the feasting men and women, Pagans and Christians alike, choked in delight.
The Princess stroked her hand along the skin of the cucumber, feeling its knobbly, veined surface. The company cheered and shouted encouragement. Disturbingly, even the Prince, her father, was leering at the spectacle.
The Princess lifted the vegetable gently from the plate. One of her delicate hands supported the green length of it underneath, while the fingers of her other hand encircled the top. Delicately she brought the cucumber to her lips. The crowd went wild with laughter and ribald cries.
Opening her mouth the Princess slowly slipped the cucumber between her lips. Deeper and deeper into her mouth. And then …
Then she bit down.
There was a deep collective gasp, a sound of the utmost horror, from male throats throughout the room. A few chairs fell over. In a nice counterpoint, a fraction of a second after came a chorus of high-pitched giggles from most of the female throats. Chewing, the cucumber juices running in her beard, the Princess turned to her husband to see how he was reacting.
King Coney had not taken it well. A pallor had come over his features, those that were not hidden behind by all the hair on his face. His forehead and cheeks were clammy, his lips were white (which made his teeth appear all the more yellow). Even his purple nose had taken on a slightly greenish tinge. In fact, the Princess thought (absentmindedly taking another bite from the cucumber), if it got any greener that nose would look exactly like the cucumber.
It seemed, without knowing, the Princess had hit upon the one action she could have taken that would cause the Pagan King the most distress. A beard on his bride, even one that really grew from her cheeks and chin, was something that pleased him, but the threat to his cucumber that the Princess had made, quite emasculated him – at least metaphorically.
The Pagan King quickly got over his horror, and determined never to allow his new wife to make such a spectacle of him again. The Princess’s punishment was usual for the times: a cruel death. King Coney had her crucified as a terrible warning to all cucumber crunchers.
A Christian burial
After he recovered from the concussion he had sustained in the church, the Bishop of Salade, sent minions to fetch the body of the Princess to give it a Christian burial. There were some men among the Bishop’s flock who grumbled over this, but the Bishop was adamant.
“This poor innocent was crucified in mockery of Our Christ, and all because her prayers to God were heard. Her youthful beauty was destroyed by a beard, and that was what infuriated the Pagan King.”
“It wasn’t the beard. It was the cucumber!”
“I know what I saw,” the Bishop replied. “That beard was a horrific shock. So she also ate a cucumber! That was her crime, you say? Even if it were so, how can we deny a Christian burial to a Christian woman who lost her life for such a trifle?”
“It was the way she ate it,” grumbled the men.
The Bishop, a very innocent and otherworldly soul, had lain unconscious throughout the wedding and feast. He could only judge the Princess, he insisted, by what he knew of her and by what people told him. As no one was able or willing to explain to the Bishop, in terms he could understand, exactly what was so terrible about the way the Princess had eaten the cucumber, a Christian burial was what she received.
The Bishop commissioned a fine commemorative statue. It depicted the Princess dressed in her wedding gown, hanging from the cross. The beard with which God had manifested His mercy flowed luxuriantly from her cheeks and chin. The sculptor’s suggestion, that she should hold a half-eaten cucumber in one hand, the Bishop rejected as frivolous.
The apotheosis of St Uncumber
Curious then that soon after the Princess’s tomb was complete and the statue unveiled, women supplicants would frequently leave offerings of cucumbers at the foot of the cross. Even in the depths of winter, when no fresh vegetables were to be had, jars of whole pickled gherkins would pile up at the Princess’s feet.
Then came the stories of miracles wrought by the Princess. One overbearing husband had become suddenly mellow after his wife had prayed to the Princess. Another man had fallen beneath the wheels of a cart and had his arms crushed, the very arms he’d just used to thrash his wife and daughters to within a inch of their lives. A third, a drunken abusive bully, had stepped off the edge of a cliff and plunged to his death. In every case the Princess was credited with unencumbering the women of their menfolk.
The cucumbers kept coming and the stories of the Princess’s efficacious interventions spread. No longer a Princess, but a Saint, a Saint who could uncumber women of cumbersome attachments.
For centuries St Uncumber was revered and adored, but times change. Equality between the sexes having been finally achieved in 1969, the Catholic Christian Church removed St Uncumber from the list of “real” saints. Her story, like that of many another, is classified now as a fantasy, a myth.
But somewhere perhaps, a saintly Princess Uncumber contemplates our world as she idly strokes her beard and crunches another cucumber.
The young woman in the illustrations came from a competition on Freaking News from 2008. [The original is no longer available. 22 Mar 2020] All the other elements came either from my own photos or from Creative Commons sources on the net.
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CBD, as a supplement, has gained massive popularity over the past few years. Thanks to its numerous health benefits! This plant-based compound has been used as an alternative to help treat several health conditions. The first use of CBD was for treating seizures. These days, people use it for pain relief, alleviating inflammation, sleeping difficulties, anxiety, skin conditions, and many more. Since most CBD products contain a trace amount of THC, it is possible that it can be detectable in drug tests. However, most CBD users are concerned about the lifetime of cannabidiol in their bodies. So, how long does CBD stay in your system? There is no simple answer to this question. Let’s explore and see how it works.
According to research, the common drug tests can not tell the difference between CBD and THC.
Well, it’s a worrisome situation for CBD users, especially if you are seeking jobs or need to undergo drug screenings. CBD and THC, both are phytocannabinoids, have a similar molecular structure, and come from the Cannabis Sativa plant. Due to this close connection between them, people often think that CBD and THC are the same. But it is an absolute misconception. While CBD does not carry any psychoactive components, THC causes mind-altering effects. Besides, CBD and THC affect the endocannabinoid system in different ways. Furthermore, your body processes these two cannabinoids in discrete manners.
According to research, in marijuana users, “typically, THC is detectable for up to 90 days in hair, anywhere between 3 days to a month or longer in urine (depending on how often the person uses), up to 48 hours in saliva, and up to 36 hours in blood.”
How long CBD remains detectable in your system depends on several factors. Besides, the lifetime of CBD in the human body may vary in different individuals. Also, these factors are responsible for how CBD will affect you. Therefore, how long CBD lasts in the body is not equal for all users. It may depend on:
CBD is not soluble in water, which means it is a fat-soluble compound. Therefore, your body will store this cannabinoid in its fat cells. Furthermore, your BMI or body mass index influences how fast your body will metabolize it. So, if you have a higher BMI, the possibility is that CBD will take longer to leave your system.
Your mode of ingestion can influence the lifetime of CBD in your system. However, the most popular CBD administration methods are:
If you use CBD vape, the CBD reaches your bloodstream almost instantly. As a result, vaping CBD offers the quickest effect. On the other hand, if you take edibles or ingest them, CBD has to pass through the digestive tract and takes much longer to work. In that case, your metabolism and biochemistry may influence how CBD will affect you and to what extent you will feel the effects. Regardless of the administration method you choose, the effect of CBD may last for two to three hours. So, does the duration affect how long CBD stays in your system?
If you are not feeling the effects of CBD does not necessarily mean that it is no longer detectable in your system. The average half-life of CBD can be between eighteen to thirty hours after ingestion. However, it can still be traceable in lab tests even after that duration.
Drug tests mostly look for THC. Tetrahydrocannabinol is the major mind-altering compound in marijuana. However, CBD contains a trace amount of this psychoactive cannabinoid. If you have taken CBD and passed a drug test, it does not mean that you do not have THC in your system. It can be you have an amount of THC in your system that is below the detection level.
The cut-off levels in drug tests vary. Legal CBD products contain a THC level lower than 0.3%. However, some drug screenings are more effective at recognizing THC. Also, these tests can detect THC for longer periods. The type of drug test you are taking and the last time you took CBD can influence whether it is detectable in your body or not.
It is necessary to know that the CBD market is not well regulated by the FDA. Furthermore, you may be taking a substandard product that contains a higher amount of different cannabinoids, such as THC. It can increase the probability of detectability. Moreover, with the increased frequency of ingesting CBD, you are widening the detection windows.
The most common method of drug screening is urine tests. However, the cut-off levels for THC in urine tests may vary. Mostly, it depends on potency, dosage, and how frequently you have used CBD. Generally, THC metabolites can be detectable in urine tests anywhere between three to fourteen days after the last ingestion.
According to research by Mayo Clinic, for infrequent users, THC content can be detectable for about fifteen days after consumption. However, they further stated that it varies depending on the dosage taken.
Hair tests are done for detecting drugs for an elongated time. Usually, hair follicle tests can detect THC in CBD for as long as 90 days after administration. However, hair tests are not widely used to detect THC or CBD.
Similar to hair tests, saliva tests for tracing THC are not often done. In saliva tests, THC can be detected within minutes after ingestion and can remain detectable for up to 35 hours. For saliva tests, the detectability of THC and CBD in your system can be influenced by the dosage, potency, and frequency of ingestion.
So, how long does CBD stay in your system? Hope you have got your answer. However, it’s worth noting that how long CBD lasts in the human body depends on a multitude of factors. Your height, weight, BMI, metabolism, biochemistry, and many more play a vital role in this matter. If you want to avoid getting caught in a drug test, be cautious with the CBD product you are taking. In this case, you have to consider several aspects, such as the quality of your product, the dosage you are taking, frequency of ingestion, etc. Although drug tests do not look for cannabidiol, they can not understand the difference between CBD and THC. | <urn:uuid:4d0c9cb9-4360-4647-9324-6db1b164d4a0> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://cbdhempguru.com/how-long-does-cbd-stay-in-your-system/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.960067 | 1,276 | 2.296875 | 2 |
We specialize in helping to develop translocation protocols and conduct translocations of sensitive bird species- from incubation of eggs through to fledging. Our staff are experts in avian husbandry and collectively have cared for most of Hawaii’s most endangered birds during their careers. We have now translocated seven bird species as an organization- the Nihoa Millerbird, the Hawaiian Petrel, Newell’s Shearwater, Laysan and Black-footed Albatrosses, Bonin Petrel and Tristram's Storm-petrel and have plans for several more species in the coming years. With all of our translocation projects, we also use social attraction to increase the chances of wild adults colonizing the area and to ensure the chicks imprint on the correct species. If you are interested in visiting or volunteering with one of our translocation projects, please go here for more information
No Net Loss: Laysan and Black-footed Albatross, Bonin Petrel and Tristrams Storm-petrel translocations
The goals of the No Net Loss initiative are twofold: 1) to protect as much seabird nesting habitat in the main islands as is being lost in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands because of the effects of climate change; and 2) to establish new breeding colonies of seabird species that are safe from sea level rise and non-native predators. From 2015- 2017, we translocated 50 Laysan Albatross chicks (raised from eggs) from the Pacific Missile Range Facility on Kauai (learn more here), where albatross nest close to a runway and are an aircraft collision hazard to a predator exclusion fence at James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge on O`ahu. A total of 46 Laysan Albatross chicks successfully fledged as a result of this program, and the first chick from the 2015 cohort returned in 2018. We expect more birds to return soon and to begin nesting at JCNWR in a few years. In 2017-2018, we moved 40 Black-footed Albatross chicks from Midway and Tern Island to JCNWR, of which 36 fledged. In 2018, we moved 53 Bonin Petrel chicks and 28 Tristram’s Storm-Petrel chicks from Midway and Tern Island, with 100% survival in both species. We plan to translocate these three species for at least two more years. We combine translocation with a social attraction program involving 20 decoys of each species and solar-powered sound systems broadcasting albatross courtship calls. While no wild Black-footed Albatrosses visited the site, there were more than 300 visits by Laysan Albatrosses in 2017 and 2018. The first wild Laysan Albatross pair nested on the refuge in December 2017, and they were joined by a second pair in 2018. Partners on this project include U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Navy, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, the Wildlife Conservation Society, the David and Lucile Packard Foundation and the American Bird Conservancy.
Newell's Shearwaters and Hawaiian Petrel translocations
The Nihoku Ecosystem Restoration Project was created in 2012 in order to protect both rare coastal ecosystems as well as provide a predator-free nesting area for native ground-nesting birds in Hawaii. Nihoku is an area between Crater Hill and Mōkōlea Point at Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge on the North Shore of Kaua`i. The project is a result of a large partnership between multiple government and non-profit groups who have come together to help preserve the native species of Hawaii; Pacific Rim Conservation serves as the overall project coordinator for this effort. The focus is on creating safe nesting habitat for Newell’s Shearwaters (‘A‘o) and Hawaiian Petrels (‘Ua‘u ), Hawai`i’s only two endemic seabirds. This project constructed a predator proof fence on the crater hill section of the refuge in 2014 to serve as a translocation site for Newell’s Shearwaters and Hawaiian Petrels. In 2015, Hawaiian Petrel translocations began, and Newell’s Shearwater translocations started a year later in 2016. To date, 70 Hawaiian Petrels, and 44 Newell's Shearwaters have been moved via helicopter into the fenced area and were successfully reared until fledging and 112/114 (98%) of those chicks successfully fledged. The chicks are cared for daily by our staff where they are fed a daily puree of squid, fish and salmon oil. Their growth is carefully monitored and the chicks that have fledged from this program have fledged in better body condition than their wild counterparts; we expect the first Hawaiian Petrel chicks to start returning to the site as pre-breeding adults in 2019. For more information, download the Nihoku Brochure or visit www.nihoku.org.
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DAY 1: Floss your teeth. Do it every day for the rest of your life.
This core dental hygiene technique will clean your teeth and gums of plaque, protecting your teeth as you age and saving you on dental bills. Some studies have even found that flossing is associated with a lower risk of heart disease, diabetes, and dementia.
DAY 2: Break a sweat. Do it every day for the rest of your life.
Think you’re too busy to work out? Tell that to GE CEO Jeff Immelt, who gets up at 5:30 every morning for a cardio workout; or Xerox CEO Ursula Burns who has an hour of personal training at 6 a.m. twice a week; or Square CEO Jack Dorsey, who gets up similarly early to take six-mile jogs; or Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, who likes to ride his bike every morning.
DAY 3: Write in a journal. Do it every day for the rest of this program.
“When people have the opportunity to reflect, they experience a boost in self-efficacy,” says HBS professor Francesca Gino. “They feel more confident that they can achieve things. As a result, they put more effort into what they’re doing and what they learn.”
So as a part of this life-improvement adventure, we’re asking you to reflect on your day, plus on whatever journeys we send you on. You should also take the opportunity to look at the tasks that lie ahead and start making plans for the ones that require preparation.
If you find journaling to be useful, then we encourage you to keep it up for the rest of your life.
DAY 4: Start reading a novel.
Let’s start in on something scarce in modern life: reading an actual novel.
Why fiction? Because research shows that literature trains you in empathy (because it’s a simulation of social experience) and generally makes you a better person.
Lots of research suggests that reading trains you for living your life.
“The seemingly solitary act of holing up with a book . . . is actually an exercise in human interaction,” Scientific American reports. “It can hone your social brain, so that when you put your book down you may be better prepared for camaraderie, collaboration, even love.”
DAY 5: Go on a lunch date with a colleague you don’t know well.
When you think of networking, you probably imagine grabbing a coffee or drink with a potential client, employer, or mentor for the benefit of your own career. But you might be missing out on valuable relationships in your own office.
Rather than eating lunch at your desk or with a buddy, strike up a conversation with an acquaintance and see if they’d like to grab something to eat.
DAY 6: Go to a museum.
Even more, going to a museum is a novelty-seeking venture, which triggers your brain to be open to learning. Not only does this provide long lasting cognitive benefits, it’s also connected to one of the Big 5 personality traits — openness to experience. This is the trait most associated with creative achievement.
DAY 7: Volunteer.
Engaging in generous behavior makes people feel good — as good as if their household income doubled, according to a study by Harvard Business School researchers.
And that strong feeling you get from connecting with those you’re helping out is actually having a physical effect on your body. The oxytocin hormone our brain releases during moments of empathy lowers levels of the stress-causing cortisol hormone.
The good thing about all of these selfish reasons is that when you start volunteering, you’ll probably like it and do it regularly and make the world a better place.
DAY 8: Connect your life to a spending app.
Money is dangerously easy to spend, and if you’re not tracking it, you’ll spend it even faster.
DAY 9: Get rid of *almost* everything you haven’t worn in a year.
It’s also good for your home to get rid of clutter and, conversely, good to make room for new clothes that you’ll like a lot more.
DAY 10: Get your email under control.
Going forward, try using filters to group important emails or automatically archive ones you don’t want to delete, like receipts, but don’t want in your inbox either.
DAY 11: Reach out to three people who you haven’t talked to in years.
So take some time to reconnect with three former friends or associates that you haven’t talked to in years. Not only will it feel good to get back in touch, but there’s a chance one or both of you will be helpful to the other.
DAY 12: Go see a live show.
Steve Jobs used to say that the people with the most insight were those that had the biggest “bag of experiences.”
Shows affect people. A 2002 survey found that attending such events increases cultural understanding, increases sense of connection to the community, and inspires personal creativity.
DAY 13: Go on a trip to somewhere you’ve never been before.
Heading to previously unknown locales — even if that means the next town over — is fantastic for you neurological and psychological well-being. A 2013 study found that travel reduces the risk of heart attack, lessens depression, and increases brain health.
DAY 14: Make art.
The research suggests that creating visual art has these effects:
• Improved well–being by decreasing negative emotions and increasing positive ones
• Improvements in flow and spontaneity, expression of grief, positive identity, and social networks
• Reductions in distress and negative emotions
DAY 15: Figure out the lifestyle you want in the future.
The problem with planning your life is that there are an impossibly high number of variables — as LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman and Apple CEO Tim Cook have noted.
In this classic exercise, you write out your idealized, perfect day in great detail, beginning from what time you get up and what you have for breakfast all the way through what you do for each hour of the day and who you talk to. The more detail you can add to the plan, the better.
Then you begin to make plans to adjust your life to get closer to the perfect day you’ve designed for yourself. If you take this exercise seriously, you may begin making more conscious decisions about how you spend your time and what you focus on. Even if you don’t make a lot of changes, you’ll learn a lot about yourself based on the information you acquire.
DAY 16: Take control of your online passwords.
At the very least, you should take this occasion to change all your passwords and make sure you have two-step verification enabled for everything, with backup codes printed and stored in a secure location.
DAY 17: Make a financial plan for the future.
It’s time to think big. Get an idea of when your goals will become reality by listing:
– Your financial goals. These are major purchases or achievements like getting out of debt, buying a home, paying for a wedding, and taking that trip to the French Riviera.
– Your income. If you already have a budget, you should know this number cold, but if not, include your take-home pay as well as any other income streams you may have.
– Your debts. Do you have credit card debt, student loans, a car loan, or a mortgage? These payments are obligations you must meet, so take them into account when planning how much money goes toward your goals.
DAY 18: Rigorously update your LinkedIn page.
Updating and improving your LinkedIn profile not only prepares you for your next job but also forces you to examine your career objectively.
Take a look at your page right now and view it the way a recruiter would. First of all, make sure your photo is a quality portrait that presents you the way you want to look in your industry. If you’re going for a job on Wall Street, for example, you should be in formal wear; if you’re a Bay Area techie, it’s probably best to appear in a nice T-shirt.
DAY 19: Reach out to two people you admire but have never met.
You’d be surprised at the connections you can make with highly influential people just by sending the right email.
To be clear, don’t expect to set up a coffee date with President Obama anytime soon, but consider some of your favorite writers, entrepreneurs, artists, athletes — anyone influential that you would enjoy hearing from. You’re going to have the best luck with someone who is currently out of the limelight, since they’ll have an inbox that isn’t flooded with media requests.
Personal finance author Ramit Sethi recommends sending an email that follows this format: Introduce yourself, reach a commonality (i.e. explain how has this person influenced you), and then ask a question.
Keep things concise, and be humble. And make sure that whatever you ask this person can’t be answered with a simple Google search.
Once you get in touch with this person — whether you get a single-line emailed response or a meeting over coffee — be sure to follow up with them.
Sethi says that refined networking skills separate the mediocre from the truly successful and that the best $100 you can spend in a year will be on grabbing coffee with those who can help you advance your career.
DAY 20: Spend at least three hours in nature.
Spending time in nature lowers stress levels, restores mental energy, improves vision, and provides a creativity boost — along with much more.
Not only is going outside good for you, it should also be enjoyable. You can combine breaking a sweat and spending time with friends and do something that should leave you better off afterward.
DAY 21: Cook an ambitious dinner using unprepared foods.
Take this final day to celebrate with friends and also practice a crucial skill.
Cooking at home “solves everything,” according to bestselling author and James Beard Foundation Leadership Award winner Mark Bittman. He writes that people who eat at real food cooked at home eat significantly healthier meals and save money. Plus, research shows that food tastes better if you’ve worked to prepare it.
Eating dinner with friends is about as good a bonding experience as there is, too. Regale them with stories from the past three weeks about how your life has changed for the better. | <urn:uuid:3637e2a9-35d3-46a7-be24-ea182183df20> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://hubertcu.com/2014/12/06/take-our-21-day-plan-for-radical-self-improvement/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571538.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812014923-20220812044923-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.945964 | 2,226 | 2.140625 | 2 |
What is Regenerative Agriculture?
The world’s current food system accounts for 34% of carbon emissions*, making it one of the leading causes of climate change. We drastically need to make some improvements to how our food system operates, to stop climate change in its tracks and ensure a healthy planet for the future.
The answer is through Regenerative Agriculture.
So, what exactly is Regen Ag?
Think of it as a step further than sustainable farming. Sustainable farming is about maintaining the status quo and not making the land worse -but not improving it either. Regen Ag goes further to improve our environment – regenerating our ecosystem to leave it in better condition than when we started.
Regen Ag does this by using farming practises that enrich the soil, increase and restore biodiversity and improve the water and nutrient cycles. Regen farmers also commit to a learning journey to ensure they are constantly adapting to change and improving their farming systems.
Collectively, these practises fight the climate crisis by pulling carbon from the atmosphere and sequestering it in the ground.
Want to know more?
Well, let’s take you back to Year 7 Biology.
Remember learning about plants and photosynthesis?
Plants take carbon dioxide from the air and convert it into carbon which the plant need to help it grow.
The carbon that’s leftover is sent down the plant through its roots in the form of sugars and is stored in the soil, sequestering carbon into the ground.
All this carbon feeds the squillions of microbes, bugs, fungi and worms in the soil, which in turn provides nutrients for the plants allowing the soil to store more water and, therefore, builds more resilient landscapes.
And, while carbon is so harmful in our atmosphere, underground it is regarded as a bit of a superstar. That is because it is part of the soil food web, and when managed properly, can be stored in the soil for thousands of years!
By minimising soil disturbance i.e. no tillage or ploughing, our farmers are keeping the carbon down in the soil to thrive and build on their legendary status.
Minimising soil disturbance is just one of the ten Regen Principles our farmers follow.
Other Regen practices include keeping the soil covered year round, feeding the soil food web (not the plant), enhancing biodiversity and the health of our ecosystem, integrating livestock into cropping systems and nurturing the water cycle.
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Julian had this vision, like her others, during the receipt of the Last Rites.
Living at the time of the Black Death, the worst century in recorded history, one of horror, fear and recrimination, she still found herself unable to see God as a wrathful avenger. Instead her writings are steeped in awareness of His boundless compassion.
Chapter 14 – the 6th Showing
The sixth Revelation is of the worshippfull thanke with which He rewardith His servants, and it hath three joyes. Fourteenth chapter.
After this our good Lord said,
I think and feel for you in your travail,
particularly in your youth.
In my mind I was raised into Heaven,
and saw Him as a lord in his own house,
who has called all his dear, worthy servants
and all his friends
to a solemn feast.
Then I did not see the Lord sit in His own house,
but saw Him royally reign there,
filling it with joy and mirth,
and comforting His dear worthy friends
with full homeliness and full courtesy,
with a marvelous melody of endless love
in His own fair blessed manner,
which glorious hospitality of the godhead
fills the Heavens with joy and bliss.
God showed three degrees of bliss,
that every soul that willingly served Him
in any degree in earth,
shall have in Heaven.
First is the blessed feeling for our Lord
he shall receive when delivered of pain;
a feeling so high and worshipful
that he thinks it fills him,
as though there could be no more.
For I felt that all the pain and travail
that could be suffered by all living men
could not deserve the worshipful thanks
that one man shall have
that has willingly served God.
Second, that all the blessed creatures in Heaven
shall see that worshipful thanking,
for He makes his service known to all that are in Heaven.
And then this example was shown:
if a King thanks his servants,
it is a great worship to them;
and if he makes it known to all the realm,
his worship is greatly increased.
Third, as new and pleasant as it is received
so shall it truly last without end.
And I saw, homely and sweetly as this was shown,
the life of every man shall be known in Heaven,
and shall be rewarded for his willing service
and for his time.
And especially the life of those
that willingly, freely offer their youth to God,
is surpassingly rewarded and wonderfully thanked.
I saw whenever man or woman,
turn truly to God,
for that day’s service and endless intent,
they shall have all these three degrees of bliss.
And the more that the loving soul
sees this courtesy of God,
the likelier he is to serve Him
all the days of his life.
Chapter 15 – The 7th Revelation
The seventh Revelation is of oftentymes felyng of wele and wo etc.; and how it is expedient that man sumtymes be left withoute comfort, synne it not causeing. Fifteenth chapter.
And after this He showed a sovereign spiritual delight in my soul.
I was filled with a lasting sense,
security, mightily sustained,
with no painful dread.
This feeling was so glad, so spiritual,
that I was all at peace and at rest,
as though nothing in earth should grieve me.
This lasted but a while,
and I was turned and left to myself,
in heaviness and weariness of my life,
in irritation with myself,
that I hardly had patience to live.
There was no comfort nor ease to me,
but faith, hope, and love.
And of these I had in truth,
but little feeling.
Then soon again our blessed Lord
gave me again the comfort
and the rest in soul,
delight and security
so blissful and so mighty,
that no dread, no sorrow,
nor bodily pain that might be suffered,
should have discomforted me.
And then I felt the pain again,
and then the joy and the delight,
now that one, now the other, many times,
I suppose about twenty times.
And in the same time of joy
I might have said with Saint Paul,
nothing shall separate me from Christ’s love.
And in the pain I might have said with Peter,
Lord save me, I perish.
This vision was shown me to my mind
that it is useful to some souls to feel this
sometimes to be in comfort,
sometimes to fail,
and be left to themselves.
God wishes us to know
that He keeps us equally safe
in woe and well-being.
For profit of man’s soul,
he is sometimes left to himself,
though sin is not ever the cause.
For in this time I did not sin
so as to be left to myself,
for it was so sudden.
Nor deserved this blessed feeling.
Our Lord gives freely when He will,
and sometimes lets us be in woe,
and both is one love.
God wishes us this comfort
to cling to with all our might,
for bliss is lasting without end,
and pain is passing,
and shall be brought to nought
to them that shall be saved.
So it is not God’s will that we dwell
in the feeling of pain,
in sorrow and mourning,
but suddenly pass over to His keeping
in endless delight.
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The Personal Storage Files or PST records can experience the ill effects of defilement because of an assortment of reasons from size limits forced by Microsoft Outlook to pernicious assaults. There is a genuine dread of information being lost under these condition and we take a gander at manners by which we can without much of a stretch recuperate Outlook information from a bad Personal Storage document. Quite possibly the most well known individual administration programming, likewise utilized dominatingly as an email customer, is Microsoft Outlook. Similarly as this product is genuinely notable, the capacity design used to store all the Outlook information is additionally very notable. Outlook stores all the things including messages, arrangements and schedule things, diary passages and contact records in Personal Storage Folders. Though this document is incredible and takes into consideration exceptionally brisk inquiry and access offices, it is likewise defenseless in various regions.
We will take gander at the most ideal methods of maintaining a strategic distance from this issue and to recuperate PST information if the need emerges. Quite possibly the most well-known reasons for debasement in a PST record is a larger than usual document. More established adaptations of Outlook have a size cutoff of around 2GB on PST records and if a client permits this document to go past this breaking point, the PST record gets defiled right away. There is no notice to the client about the record size moving toward the restriction of 2 GB and the most exceedingly awful part is you cannot foresee what information may be lost because of the defilement. Outlook gives a Crop utility utilizing which you can eliminate a portion of the information so the PST scrape is brought down to under 2GB and you can recuperate PST information. Be that as it may, you cannot handle what information is edited. A more compelling option is to utilize concentrated outsider devices for example, Advanced Outlook Repair [pii_email_e7ab94772079efbbcb25] to fix these records so that there is no information misfortune.
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Living in rural Saskatchewan, I am no stranger to mosquitoes. Some years there don’t seem to be too many and avoiding the outdoors during dawn and dusk is enough to tolerate the itch-inducing pests. Other years the mosquito population is so high that the bugs end up preventing all kinds of outdoor fun.
This year Saskatchewan had an unusually warm spring. And while that meant that we got to have much more outdoor fun than usual, it also meant that mosquitoes made an early appearance! Luckily, this year I had the chance to take back my yard with the help of the GreenStrike Mosquito Preventer!
This innovative device is a must for anyone whose yard is plagued by mosquitoes in the summer. Essentially, it uses unique lures to simulate a pond environment that encourages female mosquitoes to lay their eggs in the device. Then it kills the eggs using a Zero-Hatch technology filtration system to minimize mosquito populations in the area. But the best part is that the lures and mosquito attractants are recycled back into the pond chamber of the device, making it even more appealing to mosquitoes the longer it’s in use!
I set up the GreenStrike Mosquito Preventer about two weeks ago and initially I didn’t notice much of a difference. But after about a week had gone by, I realized that even during the peak mosquito hours of dawn and dusk, I didn’t need to use bug spray. Since I don’t like the chemicals in commercial bug spray at all, I was pretty delighted about being able to go without!
The best thing about the GreenStrike Mosquito Preventer is that it works all summer long to continually minimize mosquito populations; so the longer it’s in the yard, the better the results will be. And I can’t wait to see what a difference that makes come late summer! In fact, having just listened to a sudden thunderstorm break outside, I’m happy to know that mosquitoes will be laying their eggs in the Mosquito Preventer instead of in the many puddles around the house.
The GreenStrike Mosquito Preventer is available exclusively at Home Hardware and with summer just a few days away, there’s no better time to get this device set up in your yard to start eliminating mosquitoes. It’s an easy, safe and chemical-free way to ensure that you can enjoy summer even more this year! | <urn:uuid:11fc5500-8e0d-497c-aa48-8c98455483ac> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.mommykatandkids.com/2015/06/greenstrike-mosquito-preventer.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571210.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810191850-20220810221850-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.954312 | 500 | 1.71875 | 2 |
Recreation is very important for the healthy life of every person, and long walks in nature are an ideal way to nurture your health and enjoy being outdoors at the same time. Hiking tours have long been popular as a recreational activity, with many tourist destinations around the world promoting hiking routes.
The growing popularity of hiking notwithstanding, it all comes down to your personal preferences, level of activity before you go on a hike, and weather conditions. While hiking in snow conditions may be too strenuous and associated with certain risks, hiking in hot weather may be equally tricky.
How hot is actually too hot for hiking? Though it may be a matter of personal endurance, 100+ degrees aren’t something you’d want to mess with.
Temperatures 100 degrees and higher should be taken seriously. With proper preparation and prevention measures, you’ll have a great experience outdoors and avoid potential health hazards like sunburn or heat stroke. Keep yourself hydrated, use any available protection from the scorching sun rays, and you’ll acclimatize to the heat. Don’t push yourself too hard, especially on the first hike.
Here’s the list of essential tips on how to enjoy hiking in hot water. And when is hot too hot to do it.
Table of Contents
- 1 Hiking in Hot Weather
- 2 Tips for Staying Safe in Hot Weather When Hiking
- 3 The Dangers of Hot-Weather Hiking
- 4 Final Word
Hiking in Hot Weather
Warm sunny days are ideal for heading out into the wilderness and enjoy hidden alpine lakes, enchanting waterfalls, or a mountain summit. However, warm summer sun much too often turns into the sizzling hot sun which can make your fun day a potentially dangerous experience.
To avoid this and stay healthy in hot weather, you should be careful about where and when to hike. Pick the right clothes that will keep you comfortable. And whatever you do, think about hydration, protection against sunburn, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heatstroke.
Planning for Hiking in Hot Weather
Carefully planning when and where you’ll be hiking is essential for a successful hike in hot weather. Given that it can take 10 -15 days to acclimatize to the heat, you need to be extremely cautious, especially in the first few hikes.
Avoid hiking between noon and 3 p.m. On a particularly hot day, it would be best to avoid hiking at this time. Rather opt for an early start and end your hike by early afternoon. Alternatively, you can head out for a hike after 3 p.m. If that’s not the case, make sure to be in the shade or have enough water.
Constant sweat, the fear of dehydration, forgetting to use sunscreen, and losing appetite are only some of the issues you’ll be facing if you hike in hot weather. This is all expected in such circumstances and the best you can do is to be prepared for them. On the other hand, there are certain risks people often ignore, including overhydration or heat stroke.
Opt for a night hike. If you’re hiking during the hottest season, high temperatures can be rather uncomfortable. Therefore, you should consider hiking at night.
If you have experienced any of the above symptoms, you already know that prevention is the best method. Namely, if you’re aware of all the dangers and ways to avoid them, you’ll be able to take care of a problem. Prevention means you’ll be carrying less equipment, needing fewer skills, and keeping yourself safe and comfortable all the time
However, you should do some extra research on each of the potential risks to know how to address them.
What Is Considered Hot Weather?
So, we already discussed when it’s too cold for hiking. Now, let’s see what temperatures are considered to be too hot for hiking.
While it may be referred to as a subjective feeling, facing conditions above 95ºF (35ºC) is generally considered hot. The situation is further influenced by humidity levels, cloud cover, and wind temperature. High humidity may lead to sodium depletion and low humidity to heatstroke.
This situation can get even more extreme, such as in deserts. Namely, high temperatures (100+ degrees), low humidity, hot wind, and lack of shade combined make hiking not only unbearable but almost impossible. Hiking in the desert in summer considerably increases your chances of dying. Accordingly, desert hiking should be your fall/spring routine.
To prevent being exposed to the said dangers, we recommend choosing a hike that keeps you in the shade instead of exposing yourself directly to the sun. It may be anything – the shade of trees or canyon walls, as long as it keeps you protected. If there’s not any shade, you should choose a hike near a body of water.
Tips for Staying Safe in Hot Weather When Hiking
- Dress appropriately for a hike to keep yourself safe and comfortable.
- Opt for light-color (tan, white or khaki) clothing that reflects the sun’s rays.
- Choose loose-fitting, breathable clothing, like nylon or polyester. It will help with your body’s temperature regulation.
- Cotton absorbs moisture and dries slowly which makes it a bad choice for hot and humid weather, but also wet and/or cold days. However, in hot and dry conditions, this could be an advantage as the moisture evaporating from your clothing will make you feel cool.
- Open vents on your clothes to improve airflow.
- Using UPF-rated (UPF 15, UPF 30, and UPF 50+) clothing for more protection.
- Use additional coverage to protect yourself from UV rays, especially if you have sensitive skin. For example, neck gaiters or long sleeves.
- Wear a head covering. To effectively protect yourself from the sun, a hat is one of the bare necessities. Ideally, it’ll be a sun hat with a brim that goes all the way around.
- Use a wet neck gaiter, bandana, or any lightweight cloth to cool your neck and keep it covered.
- Mind the socks. Wear wool or synthetic socks (avoid cotton) and make sure they fit well.
- Always have a hydration pack with you. It will make you hydrated more effectively than reaching for a water bottle now and then.
The Dangers of Hot-Weather Hiking
Among the many health concerns relating to hiking in hot weather, dehydration, overhydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and sunburn are certainly are the most common.
When hiking in hot weather, your body uses sweat to cool through vaporization. If you don’t drink enough water, it may lead to losing valuable liquids. In turn, blood thickens and reduces oxygen flow and the body starts shutting down functions. Do you know when your mouth gets dry? That’s it!
Avoiding dehydration is as simple as staying hydrated. Not exactly. It may be quite challenging to stay hydrated when you sweat constantly. To compensate for the loss of liquid, you need to drink water – either in large quantities in one go or small amounts at a time.
Make sure to fill your containers every time you reach a water source. Ideally, you’ll drink 3-6 liters of water for a day of walking. You don’t have to drink water each time you’re thirsty, but make sure you have it when needed.
Drinking too much water is not likely to cause overhydration because normal kidneys easily excrete excess water. But you need to be careful about sodium (salt). When you sweat, your body releases minerals and chemicals to balance its concentration in the bloodstream. This includes salt, potassium, urea, and so on.
When drinking too much water in hot temperatures, much of those minerals and chemicals are lost by sweating. If you drink high volumes of water, it’ll dilute minerals and chemicals and may result in hyponatremia (low sodium levels) and impaired cell function. In very extreme cases, it may lead to coma and even death.
The symptoms of hyponatremia include headache, fatigue, and nausea. Critical to preventing dehydration is to control how much water you drink. Ideally, you’ll have a few gulps of water about every 15–20 minutes. Besides, you need to keep your salt levels balanced by eating salty and sweet snacks regularly. Or by occasionally drinking a sports drink with electrolytes.
There’s hardly any experienced hiker who hasn’t experienced heat cramps on a longer hot-weather hike. These painful muscle contractions often happen suddenly and usually warn you that you’re pushing your limits. While their cause is not yet defined, you need to make sure you’re properly hydrated to avoid them. And if you do get them, just do some stretching.
Heat exhaustion happens when your body cannot handle the stress of being exposed to heat. The most common symptoms of heat exhaustion include rapid pulse, dizziness, heavy sweating, nausea, fatigue, and headache.
Treatment for heat exhaustion includes getting in the shade, removing any excess clothing, cooling off, and, above all, hydrating. To prevent it, give yourself some time to acclimate, especially on your first few hikes of the season, rest in the shade and wear appropriate clothing. Most importantly, know your limits!
Heatstroke is a direct consequence of hot-weather hiking and represents your body’s inability to regulate the heat due to excessive internal heat. When the heat that we produce during some activity cannot escape the body, it leads to heatstroke and our body practically starts “cooking” the internal organs.
Heatstroke typically happens when your body is under heat stress and can’t cope with it. To avoid a heat stroke, you need to find external ways to minimize the internal heat and help your body get rid of it. It means having a break only in shaded areas and getting your clothes and your head covering wet frequently to try to cool through evaporation.
If heat stress is unbearable, make a longer break until temperatures reduce.
Unlike heatstroke, sunstroke is the result of exposure to the sun, not internal heat. It usually happens when you don’t cover your head when hiking in the sun. The high exposure and radiating heat of the sun can raise your body temperature, especially your head.
To avoid this, wear a hat and cover your skin and have occasional breaks in the shade. You should also wet your hat to help reduce your body temperature through evaporation. If you are exposed to direct hot sun, wearing a hat is something you must not do without.
Hiking in a sleeveless top and not using (or not using enough) sunscreen is a common mistake many people make. On hot summer days, the sun is highly radiating, which is why you should have high factor sunscreen (30+ or even 50+). You should also cover your shoulders because they will burn first.
Should you fail to protect yourself adequately, sunburns could reach 2nd or even 3rd-degree burns. This can be very painful, but it will heal over time. To alleviate the problem, you can pour some cold water or use wet clothes and apply more sunscreen.
Headache is typically the first symptom of any of the above dangers of hot-weather hiking. Your body ( actually your brain) starts indicating that something is wrong and you should listen to it. If you feel a headache or any of the said symptoms, stop!
Take a break in a shady place, get yourself cooled down, drink some water, have a snack, and drink some more water. If the headache persists, you may be needing a longer break or an escape route.
The tips contained in this article are a general “how-to”, but you’ll need to rely on your own hiking gear, tools, and skills to be able to deal with those health concerns.
So, if you’re wondering if it is OK to hike in 100 degrees, here’s the answer. Yes, but you need to be careful and responsible. Keep yourself hydrated and use any available protection from the scorching sun rays. As long as you do this, you should be fine. And you’ll acclimatize to the heat. Most importantly – don’t push yourself, especially on the first hike. | <urn:uuid:53c2e13b-7506-43fd-9016-e4633c2ff8a0> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://outdoorishome.com/can-you-hike-in-100-degree-weather/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570977.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809124724-20220809154724-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.936013 | 2,662 | 2.5625 | 3 |
The Grand Duchy of Lithuania Institute (Kaunas, Lithuania) as well as writer and poet Tomas Venclova won the fifteenth Jerzy Giedroyc Award. The famous Polish newspaper “Rzeczpospolita” grants the award annually to individuals and institutions who work to strengthen the friendly relations between Poland and the states of Central and Eastern Europe. This time the jury has departed from the tradition to give the award to Poles and noted a person and an institution from Lithuania.
The award ceremony was held in Warsaw on 1 December.
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Guest Writer: “Most Treasured Place”
A guest post by Robert Stagman, M.D., of Mercer Island, Wash.
My wife, Gail and I rafted and hiked through the Arctic Refuge on the Kongakut River for 10 days in late June, 1992. We were surrounded by millions of acres of beautiful wilderness in the 24-hour light. Along with our guide and one other adventurer, we witnessed the Porcupine Caribou Herd on its grueling calving migration from the Yukon Territory to the Arctic Refuge coastal plain. The experience was magnificent, and though we have traveled extensively and visited every continent, the Arctic Refuge ranks among our most treasured places. It is both awesome and humbling.
There is, first of all, striking natural beauty with the high peaks of the Brooks Range merging into the multi-colored lowlands laced with wildflowers and studded with wetlands, segmented by meandering rivers flowing into the Beaufort Sea. There is the vastness and remoteness, where the hand of man is truly undetectable and the experience of wildness reaches a pinnacle. But, above all, this place is, in every sense, a refuge, a sanctuary for the myriad species for which its protection means survival so that their story may continue.
We doubt that anyone not blinded by ignorance and greed could possibly move to desecrate this magical place with the machinery of oil exploration when it is so clear that no long term relief for our energy problems will result. Drilling in the Arctic Refuge must be debated vigorously on its merits and cannot be permitted to occur through political subterfuge. There are simply no more places like this. | <urn:uuid:c2607cc5-c27e-4c27-a915-443633c5bebe> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://blog.nwf.org/2005/08/guest-writer-most-treasured-place/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571538.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812014923-20220812044923-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.946745 | 347 | 1.96875 | 2 |
NBCI, the 25 state wildlife management agencies that we represent and our other partners in conservation are pleased that FSA is providing these incentives that can benefit bobwhites and grassland birds by thinning and burning CRP pinelands.
JACKSON, Miss., Dec. 9, 2016 – In an effort to improve wildlife habitat and the health of private forest lands, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced additional incentives available for Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) participants to actively manage forest lands enrolled in the program.
“Many CRP forests were initially established to conserve soil and protect water quality, but there is also a critical need to restore wildlife habitat” said Brad Pfaff, FSA Deputy Administrator for Farm Programs. “Over the years as trees grow and the forest canopy closes, the quality of wildlife habitat for many species declines. These new incentives are intended to reverse that trend, while also maintaining healthy forests.”
The announcement was made at a CRP forest site near Jackson, Miss. In addition to Pfaff, those in attendance included FSA Mississippi State Executive Director Michael R. Sullivan; Natural Resources Conservation Service State Conservationist Kurt Readus; and Office of Senator Thad Cochran Constituent Services Representative Jo Ann Clark.
Under the provisions of the 2014 Farm Bill, $10 million is available nationwide to eligible CRP participants. Those selected will be encouraged to thin, prescribe burn or otherwise manage their forests in order to allow sunlight to reach the forest floor. This will encourage the development of grasses, forbs and legumes, benefitting numerous species including pollinators and grassland-dependent birds such as the northern bobwhite.
“The program is a win-win for landowners and wildlife as it supports enhanced wildlife habitat on lands already removed from agricultural production, while promoting forest sustainability, soil conservation, and water quality protection,” said Pfaff.
Eligibility is limited to landowners and agricultural producers already enrolled in CRP with conservation covers primarily containing trees. Incentive payments, not to exceed 150 percent of the cost to implement a particular customary forestry activity as described, have been established. CRP participants meeting eligibility requirements and interested in making offers to participate should visit their local FSA county office.
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National Housing Bank (NHB)
National Housing Bank (NHB) was set up by an Act of Parliament in 1987. NHB is an apex financial institution for housing.
The broad functions of NHB as a part of its objective of building a strong, healthy, cost-effective, and viable Housing Finance System include:
(i) Supervision and grievance redressal regarding Housing Finance Companies (HFCs).
(iii) Promotion and Development.
It is to be noted that NHB supervises HFCs while regulation of HFCs is with RBI.
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Construction Skills Shortage – déjà vu?
During the last major recession back in 2008, caused by the Financial Crash, the Construction Industry lost a record number of skilled workers. Large numbers of time-served tradespeople in their twilight years decided to retire and many self-employed trades moved to direct employment in other sectors such as Logistics & Distribution. This offered people more security for their families, reduced traveling and a warmer working environment.
Having worked in the Construction Recruitment Industry for more than 25 years now, I can see the impact of Covid-19 and the national pandemic having a similar effect. The growth of a click & collect economy and massive increases to online shopping will entice even more highly skilled Construction workers to consider their employment options.
Construction recovery and Covid-19
Although Boris has promised a BUILD, BUILD, BUILD recovery plan with major Infrastructure projects planned, along with extra Housing and improvements for Hospitals and Schools, Covid-19 has created a significant lag in scheme start dates and approvals.
The concern is that this lag will create a deja vu effect, the same as the 2008 Financial Crisis and highly skilled Construction people leave the sector and never return.
Joined up approach for Employers, Trainers, and Educators
South Staffs Employment & Skills Board have started their first Construction & Infrastructure sector action group meeting. This included Balfour Beatty, Finning UK, Flannery Plant, HS2, and Staffordshire Highways along with various FE and Colleges and Training Providers.
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What is radio?
Wikipedia says it’s “the technology of signaling and communicating using radio waves,” and that definition was impossible to argue through the early 21st century. At this point in our digital and entertainment evolution, however, I believe that the content is what defines radio, not how that content is heard.
If you listen to a show created (or, more frequently, syndicated) by a radio station on a website, app or smart speaker, is it still a radio show? Does a radio show have to be heard through a radio to earn the right to that distinction? Let me take it one step further: Do you even own a radio? Probably not, and it’s okay if you don’t. The point is you still consume “radio.”
From my perspective, talk and music audio programming are just ways of doing radio. “Radio” is a form of entertainment that doesn’t have to define itself by being tethered to a giant broadcast antenna. Satellite radio first challenged our understanding of what radio can be at the turn of the century; and, sure enough, their business model has evolved. Besides ubiquity in rental cars (the traditional radio model), Sirius/XM is a streaming product you can listen to on your phone, desktop or tablet. It’s still radio, but it’s not the concept of “radio” your grandparents understood when they were your age.
Words change their meaning over time. It wouldn’t feel wrong to tell a friend you spent the night “watching TV,” when in fact you were watching Netflix and HBO Max on your iPad. “TV” isn’t just a box you use to watch shows and movies on; it can also be an umbrella term that includes longform video entertainment.
Along similar lines, no one enjoys podcasts in the way they were originally defined. When it started, “podcasting” was a portmanteau of “iPod” and “broadcasting,” and a podcast was a way to hear audio shows on an iPod. Since no one still owns an iPod in 2021 (okay, besides my friend Rob), the definition of podcasting has broadened to include pretty much any audio show that can be heard on the internet. More recently, podcasting, an audio-specific term, has also been used to describe video-based talk show programming (e.g. “video podcast”). In fairness, I don’t agree with that use, but there’s a chance that I may be in the minority.
It’s not the vessel that defines the content; it’s the content that defines the content. Words change their meaning over time.
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North American Native Tree Has an Extremely Fast Growth Rate!
The long, lush leaves of the Longleaf Pine Tree add an elegant feel to any landscape. Pinus palustris, whose species name means ‘of the marsh‘, was named the state tree for North Carolina in 1963.
The evergreen trees naturally prune their lower branches enabling them to grow almost completely straight. The reddish brown, scaly bark will peel as birds and wildlife search for insects that live inside. The longleaf pine needles are long and dark emerald green. They grow in clusters at the end of branches.
Like all pine trees, the longleaf pine cone has both male and female counterparts found on the same tree. Pine cones typically appear in the late fall or winter of the second year. They are the largest fruit of all southern pines and contain seeds that provide food for wildlife such as deer, mice, and squirrels.
This Pine tree can reach up to 80 to 100 feet tall and 30-40 feet wide at full size maturity and can live for over 300 years. The longleaf pine growth rate is up to 2-3 feet per year until they become mature trees. They are the perfect pine trees for privacy!
Pine tree ecosystems consist of rare plant and animal species in a coniferous forest habitat. These habitats typically occur in places with warm summers and cool winters and are of the most biodiverse in the United States. Bird species such as red cockaded woodpeckers and brown headed nuthatches frequently nest in pine forests.
These fast growing trees are a true treasure plentifully found in many southern forests in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
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This pine species prefers sandy, dry, acidic soil conditions and prefers full sun to grow fully. The trunk of this evergreen conifer is covered in thick, peeling bark and the long evergreen pine needle leaves can grow up to 18 inches long. Perfect for windbreaks or to provide privacy.
These trees come rooted in a container in soil and not as southern longleaf pine seedlings. They are already established trees out of their grass stage and can tolerate a variety of planting conditions. You can also check out our Evergreen Tree Grow Guide for more information on planting evergreens.
The best time of year to plant a pine tree is in spring or fall. If planting trees in fall, you will still have plenty of time to establish before winter since they are so fast growing.
The Long Leaf Pine tree is fire resistant making it excellent for mass plantings. They can grow extremely fast, so it is important to choose a planting site to last for many years to come.
Be sure to water thoroughly the first year of planting to establish a strong root system.
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Students of color need to see more educators of color
I spent most of my first year of grad school sitting in the back row of class with my hood up. There were nearly 40 of us in the cohort. Two were Black.
My hoodie was an act of silent dissent. Today, I completely understand when my students want to do the same, even with me in front of the room. Academia and public schools are spaces where people of color often feel underrepresented, unwelcome and unheard.
From third grade through high school, I was a student in a series of neighborhood public schools. Afterward, I went to community college and then on to a public liberal arts college where I earned my bachelor’s and eventually my master’s degree. Each phase of my educational journey shared two characteristics:
- The further I progressed, the fewer Black and Brown classmates I had.
- As I progressed, regardless of the demographics of the student population, the faculty and administrators were uniformly nearly all White.
That needs to change.
An organization I am part of, the National Network of State Teachers of the Year, recently released videos designed to provoke conversations that will lead to this kind of change. Called Courageous Conversations About Race in Schools, the videos provide an effective starting point for real discussions that should be happening in schools — particularly in colleges and universities across this country.
Research tells us that upwards of 80 percent of U.S. teachers are White. Different research tells us that nearly 80 percent of teachers are female. Obviously, those Venn diagrams overlap in a largely White and female workforce.
At the same time, because of higher birth rates among immigrant populations and the “mysterious phenomenon” of disproportionately high numbers of White children in private schools, a majority of the population of students in public school are students of color, and those numbers are headed even higher, based on enrollment numbers in lower grades.
Schools systems need to do a better job of attracting and retaining effective teachers of color. Students of color need to see more people of color in positions of expertise and authority, and teachers need to be conversant and literate in the cultural traditions that are present in their classrooms. None of these statements should be controversial.
The lack of representation is an equity issue, and to resolve it we can look to lessons elsewhere in our society. During the Vietnam War, the Pentagon realized that majority Brown platoons of soldiers and Marines wouldn’t take life-or-death orders from a uniformly White officer corps. The Pentagon thus underwent an intentional effort to diversify the officer corps. Since then, the Pentagon has submitted amicus curiae briefs in every major affirmative action case before the U.S. Supreme Court because they understand that representation matters.
Time for a representation disruption
The word “disruption” gets hurled around frequently in business and increasingly in education. Usually, it’s about handing Silicon Valley tech bros a metric ton of venture capital to sprinkle the #EdTech™ fairy dust of the moment. But I’m going to argue that when it comes to teacher diversity and representation in schools, we actually need disruption.
In my neck of the woods, the numbers are especially grim: There are only about 800 Black teachers in all of Washington State. In my 12-year teaching career, I have never worked with another Black male general education teacher.
There’s no reason for me to be alone. We see talented students of color all over higher education because universities know how to recruit them. As Jeff Duncan-Andrade says, “Look at any college football or basketball team and tell me colleges don’t know how to recruit Black talent. When I was a kid I thought Georgetown was an HBCU.”
But it can’t just be student-athletes. We need to bring in students who can increase teacher diversity. It’s imperative-and it’s well within our power.
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In the early days of personal computing, hard disk drives were just a place to store our applications and files. Our requirements were simpler back then, and so were the hard disk drives. Over time, our personal computers became more powerful, and the way we use them changed.
We no longer just use them to run word processors and spreadsheets, but to edit photos, create and manipulate 3D models and even play games. This created the need for faster hard disk drives. Hard disk drive manufacturers responded by developing high-performance hard disk drives.
Many users make the common mistake of focusing too much on CPU and graphics card performance while ignoring the performance of their hard disk drives. Today, we are going to show you why high performance PCs need high performance drives.
Higher Spindle Speed
Traditionally, hard disk drives spin at 4,200 RPM. Today, most desktop hard disk drives spin at 5,400 RPM. High performance drives achieve better performance by spinning their platters at a higher speed – 7,200 RPM or even 10,000 RPM.
The higher spindle speeds not only deliver better transfer rates, but also greatly reduces seek times – how long it takes to move from one location on the drive platter to a different location.
A high transfer rate is useful when you are copying a lot of files off the drive, or writing a lot of files to it. It also helps to load applications and games faster.
However, the greatest advantage of high-performance drives is their low seek times. The operating system and any application or game you are running will feel faster because there is less delay in the data they request from the drive (which tend to be all over the platter).
All hard disk drives have a SDRAM cache that keeps a copy the latest data or the most frequently-used data from the hard disk drive. If the data requested is in the SDRAM cache, then it is instantly accessed. If not, then it has to be read off the hard disk drive’s platter.
The larger the SDRAM cache, the more data can be stored in it, and the more likely the data you are requesting is in it. That’s why high performance drives have large SDRAM caches. While regular hard disk drives have 16 MB or 32 MB caches, a high performance drive come with 64 MB or 128 MB caches.
All modern hard disk drives use a small (usually ARM-based) processor to handle all sorts of tasks – encoding data, performing error correction checks, Native Command Queuing (NCQ), power management, etc.
High-performance drives boast faster dual-core processors so they can perform these tasks faster. This ensures that the raw data being read from, or written to, the hard disk drive is never delayed even under the heaviest loads.[adrotate banner=”5″]
To demonstrate the difference, here is a comparison of a 6 TB Western Digital Black hard disk drive against the 6 TB Western Digital Green hard disk drive. Both are hard disk drives from the same manufacturer – Western Digital. The difference is the Black drive is a high-performance drive, while the Green drive is an energy-efficient drive.
As you can see, the 6 TB WD Black drive is 32-60 MB/s faster than the 6 TB WD Green drive. That is a 36-42% boost in transfer rate. To put this into perspective, if you copy out 6 TB of data from each drive, it will take the WD Black drive just under 10 hours, but the WD Green drive will take almost 14 hours.
Now, let’s take a look at how fast they perform with small random reads and writes that happen when the drive is used by an operating system and applications.
The 6 TB WD Black drive is 62.5% faster in random writes, and 23% faster in random reads than the 6 TB WD Green drive. The WD Black drive’s significantly better small random write performance is due to the faster processor and larger cache.
WD Black High Performance Drives
The Western Digital Black family is a great example of high-performance drives for power users and gamers who want the fastest possible hard disk drive. We have been using them for years because they are not just fast, but very reliable. In fact, we have WD Black drives that are still running more than 8 years after we first spun them up!
- Higher 7,200 RPM spindle speed, which gives higher transfer rates and faster random access times
- A much larger cache : Up to 128 MB for desktop models, up to 32 MB for laptop models
- Faster dual-core processors to better handle multiple, simultaneous accesses
- A much longer 5 years warranty for greater peace of mind
For more information, you can read about the latest WD Black desktop hard disk drives that we tested here at Tech ARP :
- 6 TB Western Digital Black (WD6001FZWX) hard disk drive
- 5 TB Western Digital Black (WD5001FZWX) hard disk drive
- 4 TB Western Digital Black (WD4003FZEX) hard disk drive
- 2 TB Western Digital Black (WD2001FASS) hard disk drive
And here are the WD Black mobile hard disk drives that we reviewed here at Tech ARP :
- 750 GB Western Digital Black (WD7500BPKT) hard disk drive
- 500 GB Western Digital Black (WD5000BEKT) hard disk drive
- 320 GB Western Digital Black (WD3200BEKT) hard disk drive
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Equipped with the right applications, a computer can be of great help in virtually any domain of activity. When it comes to designing and precision, no other tool is as accurate as a computer. Moreover, specialized applications such as AutoCAD give you the possibility to design nearly anything ranging from art, to complex mechanical parts or even buildings.
Suitable for business environments and experienced users
After a decent amount of time spent installing the application on your system, you are ready to fire it up. Thanks to the office suite like interface, all of its features are cleverly organized in categories. At a first look, it looks easy enough to use, but the abundance of features it comes equipped with leaves room for second thoughts.
Create 2D and 3D objects
You can make use of basic geometrical shapes to define your objects, as well as draw custom ones. Needless to say that you can take advantage of a multitude of tools that aim to enhance precision. A grid can be enabled so that you can easily snap elements, as well as adding anchor points to fully customize shapes.
With a little imagination and patience on your behalf, nearly anything can be achieved. Available tools allow you to create 3D objects from scratch and have them fully enhanced with high-quality textures. A powerful navigation pane is put at your disposal so that you can carefully position the camera to get a clearer view of the area of interest.
Various export possibilities
Similar to a modern web browser, each project is displayed in its own tab. This comes in handy, especially for comparison views. Moreover, layouts and layers also play important roles, as it makes objects handling a little easier.
Sine the application is not the easiest to carry around, requiring a slightly sophisticated machine to properly run, there are several export options put at your disposal so that the projects itself can be moved around.
Aside from the application specific format, you can save as an image file of multiple types, PDF, FBX and a few more. Additionally, it can be sent via email, directly printed out on a sheet of paper, or even sent to a 3D printing service, if available.
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All in all, AutoCAD remains one of the top applications used by professionals to achieve great precision with projects of nearly any type. It encourages usage with incredible offers for student licenses so you get acquainted with its abundance of features early on. A lot can be said about what it can and can't do, but the true surprise lies in discovering it step-by-step.
The first release of AutoCAD only had limited functionality, but from the beginning, AutoCAD’s primary user base was in the realm of architectural design, with functionality focused on basic architectural drawing creation and editing. In the mid-1990s, after a decade of steady innovation, AutoCAD 2007 provided new, enhanced capabilities for architectural drawing creation and editing. In addition, the introduction of parametric design and other improvements provided enhanced design-related functionality that previously had to be run on a separate computer. AutoCAD 2009 introduced enhanced 3D capabilities for architectural design.
AutoCAD’s development cycle is somewhat fast; it has been released only once every 2 years and has a history of innovation. Although it has changed dramatically over the years, the base feature set of the software has stayed roughly the same. In 2012, AutoCAD received a significant update. Changes included the introduction of the integrated web browser, which was embedded into AutoCAD rather than requiring the user to use a web browser on their own computer, along with new commands and other functional improvements that addressed the user’s common design and drawing problems.
The AutoCAD R2010 interface is the most recent update to the popular CAD program. This release received new features for better collaboration between people working on the same drawing and for reducing the need to use paper by providing alternative methods for drawing directly on the screen. It also gained the ability to work in 3D, which was a notable improvement for the application.
AutoCAD R2013 is a free version of the AutoCAD suite of software designed for new users and students. It features the same basic functionality found in AutoCAD 2012, but is limited to a 2D environment. All model information is stored in-app, which means that you must sign in to the web interface if you are working on multiple models. The 2D model is restricted to approximately 250 MB, although this can be increased by the use of optional features. This version also provides several improvements, including an enhanced text editor, improved sound tools and commands, and an integrated workspace viewer.
AutoCAD 2016 is a free software application available on both Windows and Mac. Its feature set has been redesigned to make drawing more intuitive. For example, a user interface has been built to guide the user and help them understand the process of drawing by enabling visual feedback and in-application prompts for the basic steps involved. Other features include several enhancements to command and functions, improved collaboration tools, and new drawing tools
Simultaneous views are essential for people working on different computer systems. A frequently used method for viewing a drawing is to display a drawing in two or more panes, side-by-side. This is accomplished using multiple windows. Windows can be placed side-by-side on a single screen and arranged like a table of two by two, with each of the four possibilities possible. Alternatively, two windows can be displayed in two windows, using the options of the windowing tool.
Autodesk’s AutoCAD Cracked Accounts product introduced a new feature known as Simultaneous view, which allows the display of two views of a drawing on the same screen simultaneously.
In the menu Edit → Preferences, Simultaneous View can be turned off or on. The two modes are “Two views in same window” and “Two views in separate windows”. By default, the “Two views in separate windows” mode is used, which places the two views in separate windows. When in this mode, if one window is closed, the other window stays open. When both windows are closed, the user will be returned to the initial “two views” mode (a single window).
Views and workspaces
The drawing window is divided into areas. These areas are referred to as the “workspaces”. The workspaces are defined in the preferences dialog box. The workspaces have the following purposes.
Active Workspace: The active workspace is the drawing that is currently loaded in the viewer. It is usually the workspace in which you are currently working.
Viewed Workspaces: The viewed workspaces are the workspaces that you have opened. They appear in the order that they were opened.
Deleted Workspaces: The deleted workspaces are the workspaces that you have closed. They appear in the order that they were closed.
Archived Workspaces: The archived workspaces are the workspaces that you have saved in the Saved Workspace file. They appear in the order that they were saved.
Desktop Workspace: The desktop workspace is the workspace on the desktop. It is the workspace that has the most recent files loaded.
Workspaces can be rearranged into any order by dragging and dropping, or by using the menu option View → Workspaces → Arrange Workspaces…
Global properties and menu items
The “General” menu is used to set several Global properties in a drawing. These properties affect the user interface of the drawing,
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Choose a key generated.
Launch the program.
* I have tried to activate it with the keygen but it only made the program itself slower and almost closed all the programs (I had to use WIN+R to restart it) So I decided to create my own key.
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The present invention relates generally to an orthotic for improving the function of the foot, and, in particular, to a sole for a foot and an orthotic with improved cushioning properties.
2. Description of the Related Art
Many individuals who have impaired foot function experience pain and discomfort as a result of being forced to perform activities with an otherwise normal foot. For example, in some instances, an individual with an otherwise normal foot may experience pain and discomfort when walking, running, or participating in any other type of sporting activity. Such pain and discomfort may be experienced by individuals, such as, for example, athletes, soldiers, or people with other physical challenges such as arthritis. Such individuals may also experience pain and discomfort when standing or sitting in an otherwise normal position for a prolonged period of time.
Such pain and discomfort often result from the foot functioning properly and becoming pronated, meaning that the bones of the foot rotate too much during stance and/or gait. The pronation may be experienced as excessive inward or outward rolling of the foot, or both, which in some instances may lead to muscle fatigue and injury. Such injuries may include, for example, stress fractures or muscle tears, among other types of injuries.
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The new Markup Assist feature helps you find and import important information from documents or other files, so you can improve the accuracy and completeness of your drawings. It now works with Microsoft Word documents (.docx,.doc,.rtf) and.pdf files.
With marked-up documents, the changes in the design are updated automatically. The new Markup Import feature helps you import marked-up documents directly from other documents or files. Once imported, you can edit the marked-up content and incorporate it into your drawing.
Reorder the graphical display of 3D objects in the 3D properties editor. You can now reorder them by dragging and dropping the 3D objects.
The new Multi-Pointer command line option, when enabled, allows you to use the mouse to control multiple pointers simultaneously.
Stencil effects can now be defined automatically. With AutoCAD’s new Stencil effects, you can now define the type of stencil to use and set the ink, value, transparency, and other settings automatically.
Working with 3D entities in a document-based drawing is easier. With the new 3D Entity command, you can now bring in 3D entities from various sources quickly.
With the new Navigate to command, you can switch quickly between drawing entities. You can also navigate to any drawing entity’s properties in the Properties palette.
Graphical menus have been updated to make them easier to use. You can now use the Lookup menu to find an object or tool without having to search through the menu. The Preference menu has been simplified and includes submenus. The command-line Help and Online help menus are now easier to access.
The New 3D view option (CTRL-4) makes it easier to display large 3D models.
The Topology toolbar command, new Topology tools, and topology commands have been revised.
The 3D Snap tool has been improved. The Arc tool now provides better visual feedback when setting the angle.
The Command key has been removed from the ribbon, giving you a smaller overall ribbon area.
A new ribbon button, new objects/tools/windows and hotkeys, and 3D commands have been added.
The New Deskew tool has been improved, and the dialog box has been updated. The new snap mode in the
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One to two class periods, plus extended activities
9 – 12
To examine the process of amending the U.S. Constitution through the issue of same-sex marriage.
Through this lesson, the student will come to understand the legal battle over legalizing same-sex marriage and the process of amending the U.S. Constitution.
On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court ruled in Obergefell v. Hodges that same-sex marriage would be legal nationwide, overturning same-sex marriage bans in 14 states.
Going further back: since 1789 (when the Constitution was officially accepted, or ratified, by all states) there have been only 27 amendments out of the thousands proposed by lawmakers in Congress. In fact, the 27th Amendment, which concerns congressional pay, was originally proposed in 1789 but not put into place until 1992 — over 200 years later.
Article V of the U.S. Constitution outlines the procedure for modifying, or amending, its content. It states there are technically two ways to amend the Constitution. The first requires that both houses of Congress (the Senate and the House of Representatives) agree by a two-thirds vote on an amendment.
The next step is to have the proposed amendment ratified by three-fourths of the state legislatures (or, in rare instances, by special state conventions). The second method has never been utilized in the Constitution’s history. It requires that two-thirds of the states call for a special constitutional convention during which the amendment is proposed. Three-fourths of the states must then ratify the amendment for it to become official.
Clearly, amendments to the Constitution do not come easily. The 13th Amendment, outlawing slavery, emerged from the ashes of the Civil War and was ratified Dec. 18, 1865. The 19th Amendment (ratified Aug. 26, 1920) granted women the right to vote after more than a century of lobbying and activism.
In recent history, the United States has been embroiled in a debate over whether there should be an amendment to the Constitution that would define marriage as the legal union between a man and a woman. This debate is a direct result of the decision by some state courts that same-sex couples cannot be denied the benefits and recognition of a legal marriage.
In 1996, President Clinton signed the Defense of Marriage Act, which defines marriage to be a “legal union between one man and one woman.” The Supreme Court struck down a part of DOMA in the case Windsor v. U.S. in 2013, stating that states had to recognize same-sex marriages that were performed in parts of the country where they were legal. Now, they will be recognized in all 50 states.
- Have students carefully read NewsHour Extra’s timeline of same-sex marriage laws. For more readings, check out NewsHour’s most recent coverage on same-sex marriage.
- Discuss the readings either as a class or in small groups.
- Next have students examine the 14th Amendment in order to answer the following questions:
- The 14th Amendment does not directly concern marriage. How could it guarantee the right to marry?
- How could the 14th Amendment be used to protect other civil liberties?
- Discuss the responses as a class.
I: News coverage of the issue
Have the students analyze The New York Times‘ recent headlines on same-sex marriage and respond to the following questions. The questions might be addressed in the form of an essay, through an oral presentation or by a graphic representation.
- In general, how much coverage has the issue received?
- How does print coverage, such as in these examples, differ from television or radio coverage? How are they similar?
- Ask students to read the piece “Major Survey Shows Most Americans Support Same-Sex Marriage.” Ask: how did the NYT use statistics in this article? How are people’s views surveyed and documented? How representative are those surveys?
II: Amending the Bill of Rights
Assign the students to write their own amendments to the Bill of Rights of the U.S. Constitution. In order to do so, they must first closely read the Bill of Rights and decide which amendment they wish to modify. Then, have them carefully compose a paragraph that: 1) directly addresses an issue in the amendment, and 2) offers specific modifications to the amendment. You may wish to use the following questions to guide the activity:
- The First Amendment provides the fundamental freedoms that so many Americans cherish. Is there any part of it that you could amend to either expand the freedoms that Americans have or to limit them?
- The Second Amendment concerns the right to “keep and bear arms.” How could this amendment be redefined to reflect our current society and the wide spread use of handguns?
- The Fourth Amendment is often criticized because it can limit the investigative powers of law-enforcement officials. If you were to amend the Fourth Amendment, how might you grant the executive branch (which includes law enforcement) more latitude in how they conduct investigations and arrests?
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