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In todays high-tech industry, social networking cellular software express the room, where toddlers and teens can chat beyond their houses or education. The interest in social media marketing and cellular apps is actually more and more highest amongst todays girls and boys and youngsters. Relating to Pew Research middle, 92per cent of teenagers (old 13-17) state they go on line day-after-day, and 24percent ones claim that they might be on line almost constantly.
In social media mobile apps, youthful years connect, bring video games, show photographs along with other photographs, and record short clips. About 170 thousand kiddies look online at least once day-after-day, this is the reason the sheer number of social media marketing mobile programs for teens is growing rapidly.
Internet sites are part of the daily physical lives on most kids, several of whom commit a lot of their own for you personally to these resources. If your kid desires beginning talking, publishing or discussing content, you think that they’re perhaps not prepared utilize software such Facebook or Instagram, there are lots of alternative social support systems cellular programs designed for young children to point them to.
As a result of the rapid improvement cellular child-friendly social support systems, there are a variety of social media marketing applications that go above the rest in appeal. Fundamentally, these social support systems create kiddies with a safer surroundings where they’re able to discuss their own experience and talk with company they understand. In this essay, we’ll take a look at 5 most widely used and protected social media marketing applications for kids within the chronilogical age of 13.
With this cellular software, youngsters should be able to upload and publish photo, inform statuses, comment and rates journals of these forums in addition to their friends communities. Everloop complies along with COPPA laws, which means on line security comes first and confidentiality is totally safeguarded for children.
New software shows the Everloop mobile interface and contains perhaps one of the most prominent performance for this myspace and facebook goobs. It signifies childrens humor like smearing a bug on some one elses monitor or unwinding wc paper.
Everloop produces a really childish environment, and is necessary for worldwide in which teenagers come to be people prematurely. The applying is supposed for the kids and ought to secure them from adult social support systems. Therefore, the little one can establish communication expertise at the most important moment of his/her lifetime, once they still try not to adequately understand what influence virtual recreation have on them.
The moderators group observe the childrens strategies and prevents all of them by using bad vocabulary or mocking both, also posting all other unsuitable ideas. In this case, the child are going to be described why his/her blog post shouldn’t be published.
PopJam is a COPPA and GDPR-K certified social safety platform specifically made for the kids. It is a safe, moderated area whereby children can interact with a common information, government and companies.
The app was created especially for the security and privacy requirements of kids under 13. PopJam allows them to establish and promote their art using a complete group of gear for imagination such as for instance strain and stickers. PopJam also includes exams, polls, video games, and puzzles. Its an app for filters and interactive games.
At PopJam, young ones can test out strain that have all of their best figures including LOL shock dolls. The working platform supplies a child-friendly option to popular internet sites like Instagram, myspace, and Snapchat. State-of-the-art AI moderation and real person moderation perform behind the scenes to ensure all-content in PopJam is safe and suitable for young ones.
PopJam Connect try growing the PopJam environment of social media marketing for teenagers , permitting couples to make use of childrens content material created for PopJam and embed it in software and website. A young child can start a discussion with countless children throughout the world with a fully appropriate creative childrens personal motor that covers networks and equipment.
ChatFOSS was made for children under 13, which enables consumers to have a chat and submit emails. ChatFOSS is a safe place the place you always know who you are talking-to since complete strangers cannot reach out to your.
The working platform supplies a young child with control of what she or he offers internet based. ChatFOSS suggests Buddies Best Remain Safe. Nobody is able to identify a kid, with no it’s possible to view just what children escort Seattle is doing. So a youngster have enjoyable online with family without any interference.
ChatFOSS is equally as interesting as different social networks, nevertheless differences is children straight controls just who views his or her printed contents and activities on the net.
TikTok is a program for creating and posting quick clips with a music credentials reminiscent and appears to be a mixture of Vine, Instagram, and YouTube. During the first level, TikTok got a platform for lip sync clips. Normally brief movies in which customers for the service hum a famous clip or duplicate some funny phrase, trying to get their lips match the text. Right now, the service enjoys somewhat diversified the content. Viners with entertaining films stepped into this atmosphere wth a number of problems, contest also recreation.
Edmodo are an academic tech company offering a program for telecommunications, collaboration and learning with a consider studying at institutes with K-12 knowledge system. A kid could work utilizing the program both on desktop computers and on mobile devices that are running on apple’s ios and Android os.
Edmondos program reminds myspace: colors program, program build, the layout of items. But unlike the favorite social media, the efficiency of Edmodo is significantly truncated and concentrated entirely in the means of class training. Addititionally there is no external marketing.
Students can see tasks through the teacher and publish their particular homework to the webpages, talk to their particular classmates in organizations, or plan face-to-face meetings because of the teacher. There is absolutely no chatting features between two students. Edmodos come to be just a repository of methodological and scientific-entertaining articles but in addition changed into a bank of academic and tuition applications.
Social support systems are an essential part of the everyday lives of most toddlers and teenagers, many of who dedicate many her time and energy to social media marketing cellular apps. There are numerous child-friendly systems that retain all the features of well-known social media marketing instance fb, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest, and hold on line confidentiality and safety online. The best and safe social network cellular apps for the kids underneath the period of 13 tend to be Everloop: Goobit, PopJam, ChatFOSS, TikTok, and Edmondo. These systems let children to have a chat with regards to pals, develop profiles, submit photo and videos, get exams and polls, and bring video games.
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122. The following special points require notice.
a. Several adjectives vary in declension.
b. A few adjectives are indeclinable.
frūgī (Dative of Service, see § 382.1, Note 2)
nēquam (originally an adverb)
tot, quot, aliquot, totidem (pronominal forms)
Potis is often used as an indeclinable adjective, but sometimes has pote in the neuter.
c. Several adjectives are defective.
exspēs [only nominative]
exlēx (exlēgem) [only nominative and accusative singular]
pernox (pernocte) [only nominative and ablative singular]
prīmōris, sēminecī, etc., [lack the nominative singular]
d. Many adjectives, from their signification, can be used only in the masculine and feminine. These may be called adjectives of common gender.
[† dēses], -idis slothful
inops, -opis poor
sōspe, -itis safe
Similarly, senex (old man) and iuvenis (young man) are sometimes called masculine adjectives.
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Working requires a lot of thought—or it should. What many of America’s 160 million employed often overlook is how to take care of themselves while on the job. What’s required or suggested, can vary by job and circumstance. But the common denominator is that a person who takes care of themselves while at work is a healthier, happier, and more productive individual. Need some tips on self-care while on the clock? Don’t worry. WellWell has you covered. Here are 8 tips for office workers. Read on.
Get off your butt. Sitting for extended periods can cause many health problems. As a rule of thumb, it is good to move around every 30 minutes. Set an alarm as a reminder if needed. Multitasking can accomplish two things at once by taking phone calls on the move. It helps to burn calories and battles other issues.
Okay, WellWell is not suggesting office workers should pull on their pajamas and curl up on their desks to sleep for hours on end. Chances are this will annoy the boss and lead the sleepers in question to the unemployment line. But if a person is overcome with fatigue to the extent that they’re unable to concentrate, there is nothing wrong with grabbing a quick cat nap. Flag the boss first and keep the nap short. Chances are catching a few ZZZZsss with increased productivity for the rest of the day.
Office work and drinking coffee (or soda) are synonymous. Water is a much better alternative; drink lots of it. Water fills up stomachs, which lessens cravings for coffee, tea, and unhealthy snacks. It can also ward off fatigue. Put a slice of lime, lemon or cucumber in it for a flavor boost.
Walks are good, and so also stretching. Every few hours, do a few back, arm, and neck stretches, to activate the muscles that may have become dormant when sitting at a desk.
Computer work usually means sitting all day at a computer. This makes focusing on proper posture essential. Backs should be straight, and shoulders relaxed. Core exercises help if posture deteriorates during the day. Some of these can be done right at the desk. Another posture-supporting tip is to position your computer properly.
It can be tough to make healthy eating choices with the limited local lunch options. Packing a lunch bag is one way to ensure healthier alternatives and a great way to save money.
Americans are not great at taking vacations, which is not a healthy habit. A complete break from work is a stress-relieving practice that helps people relax and refocus.
What’s your go-to office practice? Let us know at email@example.com.
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Year 10 English Workshops
On Thursday 8th March, a Theatre Company known as Drama Impact came to the school to perform, ‘An Inspector Calls’ and, ‘A Christmas Carol’, as well run workshops with us. This was primarily to help us gain an understanding of the pieces for our English GCSEs, but throughout the day we were able to learn a range of skills in Drama too.
This article was written by Rushil Shah in 10H
To begin with, the performers spoke to us about An Inspector Calls, and how tension is built throughout the play. Then, they got a few volunteers to perform the opening scene of the play, and in this taught us about various techniques that were used. For example, they showed us the impact of the different ways of looking at something, and the impact this can have on the audience. After this, they showed us their perspective of the play, which was very well performed and realistic. It helped us to pick out some things we may have not been able to notice through simply reading the book. After this, they got us to ask some questions to the characters through ‘hot-seating’, so we could really delve into the characters’ views.
Next, the performers did their interpretation of ‘A Christmas Carol’, which was their second performance. Not only did we learn about the different ways things could be presented in a performance, but we also learnt about dramatic techniques and the effect they had on us as the audience. After this well-acted out piece, a range of volunteers performed a few scenes. These were some pieces that were made taking ideas from the novel and it allowed us to see how creative we could be using a book, and how effective it was to bring it to life.
Finally, to end the day, each form created their own piece of a scene from either of the 2 plays, or their own imagined scene from the play. This was very effective as it allowed us to demonstrate our learning from the day. We would like to thank Drama Impact and Mr Gardner for organising the event for us.
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Tip Sheet: Safety Planning for Summer
Summer often means new activities and increased independence for children as they try new summer programs, go to day or overnight camps, or even spend extended visits with family or friends. Recent headlines are a good reminder that as we make summer plans for children, adults need to be educated, prepared, and willing to ask questions of the organizations and institutions we trust to care for children.
- Read A Summer of Happy Memories: Camp Safety.
- Learn Warning Sign behaviors and how to respond.
- Learn how to Talk to Children and Teens about prevention.
- Know what to ask leaders of the programs your kids are involved in.
- Create or review your Family Safety Plan.
Be Prepared to Speak Up
- Use our Let's Talk guidebook to help you speak up when you see behaviors that concern you.
- Know what to ask administrators when you're concerned about how a teacher or other staff or volunteer is interacting with a child.
- Learn about options for dealing with a camp's no cell phone or e-mail policy.
Especially for Sports
- Read answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Sexual Safety in Sports.
- Download and share our Sexual Safety in Sports: Talking to Children about Coaches who Show Inappropriate Interest tip sheet.
- Read comments from Stop It Now!'s Yvonne Cournoyer in SportingKid Magazine's article "Broken Trust, Shattered Lives."
Resources for Organizations and Professionals:
- Create policies that reduce risk. Review our 9 Questions Parents Need to Ask When Selecting a Program for their Child with your staff to be sure you have comprehensive policies and practices and that all staff who interact with youth are knowledgeable about your policies and practices.
- Review 5 ways we can help your organization keep children safe ... then Contact Us.
- Review Safety in Daycare and Educational Settings and Child Sexual Abuse Prevention in Faith Communities for more help keeping children safe.
If You Need More Help
If you have a concern about a specific situation or need help thinking through a specific concern, our Help Services are available.
- Visit our new Ask Now! Advice Column to browse questions from concerned adults - and our answers - about preventing child sexual abuse.
- Email or call the Stop It Now Helpline (1.888.PREVENT).
- Browse our Online Help Center to find guidance and resources for responding to typical situations.
Share Prevention Tip Sheets in Your Community
We encourage you to print and share these tip sheets in your family and community. Our tip sheets are licensed under the Creative Commons, which allows you to reproduce them as long as you follow these Guidelines. Please contact us about permissions and to tell us how you plan to put our resources to work.
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Local politicians pledged support for Israel and Jewish people during an interfaith event March 25 at Bethel Christian Fellowship Church.
“How beautiful it is for our brothers to come together in front of the eyes of God in the name of unity,” said Rabbi Shaya Kilimnick of the Congregation Beth Sholom of Rochester.
The celebration, called the Greater Rochester Night to Honor Israel, was attended by more than 500 people. It featured music from a live band, which had several participants dancing in the aisles, and the participation of a color guard of Jewish war veterans. It was the first such event to be held in the Northeast, organizers said.
Although the event was not officially hosted by any Catholic churches or organizations, organizers said several participants were Catholic. Speakers included County Executive Maggie Brooks and state Sen. Joseph Robach, R-Greece, who said he learned on a trip to Israel that during World War II, the U.S. and other countries turned away a ship of Jewish refugees attempting to flee the Holocaust. Ultimately, they were sent back to Europe and killed by the Nazis.
“Our only safety is in the fact that we don’t ignore history, but that we learn from history,” said the Rev. Ronald A. Domina, Bethel Christian Fellowship’s pastor.
The event featured Sharon Regev, consul of Public Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel in New York, and David Brog, executive director of Christians United for Israel.
Regev pointed out that in a year, Israel will be celebrate 60 years as a nation. She said the country is built on a strong democracy based on freedom, justice and civil liberties. She said extremists threaten that free society.
“We are in the midst of struggle for the future of the free world,” Regev said. “We are faced with a radical extreme jihadist terrorism. We must defeat this danger.”
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DAPL isn't done yet! Lawsuits continue federally and in Iowa, and what is effectively the southern leg of DAPL hasn't been built yet:
L'eau Est La Vie Camp (Water is Life Camp) - working to protect us from the Bayou Bridge Pipeline which would carry oil from DAPL all the way to the Gulf Coast. intro video about Bayou Bridge
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(includes information about going to the camps, and things you can do from wherever you are)
Archive of videos, links, several good summaries/overviews (nodaplarchive.com)
People on the front-lines
Sacred Stone Camp - the first camp, since April 1. Named for the smooth, spheroid stones that once formed where the Cannonball river approaches the Missouri. (An earlier, Army Corps of Engineers project changed water flows such that these stones will no longer form.)
Oceti Sakowin Camp - largest, and the main entrance where the 600+ flags fly. The name refers to the Seven Council Fires of (almost all) Lakota, Dakota, & Nakota - aka the Great Sioux Nation.
Red Warrior Camp - held nonviolent direct action training every day, was accessed through Oceti Sakowin Camp (along with many other camps). As of December 11, they have left camp.
Rosebud Camp (no website) - between Sacred Stone Camp and Highway 1806
Stand With Standing Rock - the Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Council website for the Water Protectors and the encampment
ReZpect Our Water - youth have led in many ways, including calling on their elders to act, repeatedly visiting the east coast (running once!) to Obama and Clinton, writing letters, appearing on television, etc.
Mississippi Stand is still active in Iowa, delaying construction there. (The camp near where the pipeline route tunneled under the river is closed, after they successfully delayed construction repeatedly. Some went to Standing Rock.)
Bakken Pipeline Resistance Coalition (Iowa coalition of groups working to stop the pipeline)
The flags from at least 400 First Nations now fly over the camps at Standing Rock, brought by people of native nations across Turtle Island (North America) and the world. (It was 280 in mid-September.)
Tens of thousands (?) of individuals from around the world have spent time at the camps, which had a peak population of about 7,000 in September. It was shrinking until late October / early November and is now growing again.
The Indigenous Environmental Network, Honor the Earth, 350, Sierra Club, the Bold Alliance - over 30 non-profits wrote to Obama against the pipeline
Three federal agencies objected to the Army Corps of Engineers' permit
At least five U.S. Senators in solidarity, and 19 members of the U.S. House of Representatives
The United Nations' Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
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If you have come here to help me then you are wasting your time, but if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine then let us work together. --Lila Watson (aboriginal Australian activist)
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Yale athletic recruiting isn’t like athletic recruiting at other Ivy League colleges. Why not? Well, it can all be traced to the actions of Yale’s president, Richard Levin. If you’re familiar with “Moneyball,” one could well argue that Richard Levin is in some ways the Billy Beane of Ivy League sports. The Oakland A’s are a small market team with a payroll that simply doesn’t compare to teams like the Yankees. And yet for many years, Beane’s teams found a way to compete by going after players that other teams undervalued. He found a way to transform a subjective scouting system into an objective system built on the foundation of data-driven analytics. Richard Levin hasn’t gone this far but he has certainly put his stamp on Yale athletics.
When Yale’s athletic director, Tom Beckett, took office in 1994, Levin charged him with trimming athletic rosters across the board. He simply didn’t want so many admissions slots reserved for recruited athletes. Said Levin in 2010 to the “Yale Alumni Magazine,” “I have wanted to maintain a strong athletic program, and I believe we have demonstrated this can be accomplished without admitting quite so many athletes. We now admit significantly fewer recruited athletes than the Ivy League allows.”
Go to a swim meet, a volleyball match, a field hockey game at Yale and you’ll notice the disparity. There aren’t as many Yale athletes on the teams. Sometimes, you’ll see ten Yale athletes on one team and 20 Princeton athletes on another. The disparity is a big one! And yet Yale’s athletic teams are generally still all competitive. Many of the teams are in fact Ivy League champions. So the university is able to admit more students with grades and SAT scores to make the school one of the most academically competitive colleges – if not the most competitive college – in the country and at the same time field competitive athletic teams with fewer recruited athletes whose academic numbers are, overall, generally lower.
While you’re here, have a look at this post on Ivy League Athletic Recruits.
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Schizandrin, an Antioxidant Lignan from Schisandra chinensis, Ameliorates Aβ1–42-Induced Memory Impairment in Mice
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One of the reasons many people start sewing is because they would like to make a quilt. I am quite keen to make one now too, but I’m not overly sure about the process. Luckily my lovely friend Jenny from Mend and Make New is guest posting today for my Back to Sewing Basics series, and her fabulous post is all about how to make a quilt! I will be studying this post very closely! Jenny is a very talented seamstress and makes beautiful clothes and other gorgeous things for her children Noah and Isabelle. Make sure you pop over and visit her at Mend and Make New for lots of sewing inspiration!
It seems that many beginner sewers aspire to sew a quilt. A lovely, well made quilt has an heirloom quality to it – something to be treasured and past down. Yet despite these aspirations, it seems many sewers (both beginner and even those with more experience and skill) are daunted by the prospect.
I’m here to tell you that you need not be daunted by quilting. If you can sew a straight line (or are willing to learn how to) and can follow simple step-by-step instructions – you can do it!
The quilt I made for my daughter Isabelle (pictured above) is one of the first things I sewed when I got back into sewing as an adult; and it is one of my favourite and most professional looking projects that I’ve completed to date.
If you’re still daunted by the prospect here are a couple of other things you can do:
1) Start small – this is the beauty of quilting – your project can be as little or as big as you want it to be. If even a cot quilt seems to big, perhaps start with a dolls quilt, patchwork cushion cover or something similar. This will help get your confidence up.
2) Start with a simple design – straight lines and squares (more on this soon.)
Hopefully by now you have the confidence to plunge into your first quilting project, here’s what you need to know in order to get started:
a) Materials required
I will explain the use of some of these further, later in this post.
The one thing that I left off accidently is my quilting pencil – a very helpful tool that I use to draw my quilting lines on during the ‘quilting stage.’ This pencil’s markings wash off.
And of course you need batting and bias binding too.
b) Quilting demystified – jargon and the stages.
A standard/traditional quilt is essentially made up of three components:
1) The ‘quilt top’ – The design on the top made up of lots of quilt blocks in rows and often surrounded by a border.
2) The ‘batting’ – The wadding the middle that gives the quilt it’s substance. You’re local sewing/ quilting shop should stock various different types of batting. The more expensive ones will most likely be made of natural fibres – cotton, wool, or bamboo, whereas the polyester or poly-cotton blends should be cheaper. They also vary in thicknesses.
3) The ‘backing fabric’ – This is essentially the bottom of the sandwich (with the quilt top being the other piece of bread and the batting being the filling). It is worth checking the width of your selected fabric (compared to the width of your quilt) before buying it, to see if you will need to join two pieces together. For most larger quilts you will need to do this, but for smaller ones this may be able to be avoided.
In my view there are essentially four stages to making a quilt:
1) Preparation – selecting a design and fabric, washing fabric.
2) Making the quilt top – cutting and ‘piecing’ (sewing) together the blocks.
3) Quilting – sandwiching the batting in the middle of the quilt top and backing fabric and sewing them together. (You can choose to do this yourself or get it professionally done.)
4) Binding – sewing the binding on to make the edges all finished and nice and neat.
Then you’re done!
We’ll explore these four stages a little more here, and I’ll share with you a few helpful tips and time-saving techniques (and refer to other helpful links where necessary.)
Get a quilt design you like. You can either find these online (ask Mr google or Pinterest.) Or design your own. Either way as a beginner quilter you probably want to be going for something simple with mainly squares and rectangles. In my opinion simple is often better and more effective anyway.
All of my quilts so far have been my own designs. This is not at all hard to do – but I would recommend that you draw a plan.
In the world of quilting everything is pretty much done using inches, and most quilt blocks are built on a (finished) 6 inch square.
I use 1/4 inch seam allowances, so if I want a finished 6 inch square I will cut it 6 1/2 inches square (to allow for the 2 x 1/4 inch seam allowances on each side.)In the case of the quilt my Mum and I made for my sister (above), this is what we did for the larger blue and floral squares, while the smaller rectangles we cut 3 1/2 inch by 6 1/2 inch to give a finished 3 by 6 inch rectangle.
I generally don’t worry about getting the exact size of the finished quilt sorted until later; as I will add borders later to get the size I want.
Once you’ve finalised your quilt design, you need to select your fabric. Most fabric stores will have a selection of pre-packaged co-coordinating fabrics for quilters. Or you can choose to pick the fabrics yourself (usually my favoured option.)
When selecting your own fabric, one helpful tip I’ve found is that on the selvedge of the fabric you often find something like this above, which shows the colour tones used in the fabric. Once you have selected your feature fabric you can take this into the fabric shop and match coordinating with it.
If you have one or two pretty busy fabrics, then perhaps consider getting something with a simpler design (plain or with subtle spots or stripes.) And don’t be afraid of white space – it can be very effective in quilts. 100% cotton of similar thicknesses is best.
2) Making the quilt top
This is the most time consuming stage of your project and often the cutting process can feel the most tedious. Cutting accurately very is important so that all your corners match up crisply. This is why we use a rotary/ roller cutter.
I fold up my fabric so can cut through a few layers at one and then line up a corner of this fabric with the markings on your self healing mat, to give a right angle. (You may need to neaten the raw edge of the fabric first, if it is not already cut in a straight line.)
Then you line up your quilting ruler to give the size you need to cut. In the example given here, (a vintage picnic blanket) I want to cut a width of 3 1/2 inches. (As you can see the corner of my fabric is at ‘1’ on my mat not ‘0’ so I’ve cut at the 4 1/2 inch mark.)Before you cut check that the ruler is lined up properly both at the top and bottom.
As you can see now I’m left with some long strips of 3 1/2 inch wide fabric. I need 3 1/2 inch squares, so normally I would just go along the line and cut at 3 1/2 inch intervals – but I’m going to show you a time saving technique that you may be able to use.
Instead I’ve cut an identical 3 1/2 inch long strip in a contrasting piece of fabric. Then I sewed them together with right sides facing (using a 1/4 inch seam allowance) and pressed the seams open*.
Then I cut this at 3 1/2 inch all along the strip(thus saving time!)
NB: This time saving technique will only be useful for you however, if you have a repeating pattern where the two fabrics are next to each other throughout your design
I found it extremely useful when making Isabelle’s quilt (top photo). I was able to flip one of the pieces round (as also demonstrated below) to give the diagonal design.
You basically keep making your blocks and join them together with other blocks until you have a full row. Then make another, join the two rows together and you so on and so forth … and you will see your quilt grow before your eyes!
I have already stressed the importance of accurate cutting. Other things that will help your corners line up and your quilt to look professional are ironing and pinning. *As I said above, I press my seams open, although I understand that a lot of other quilters press there seams towards the darker coloured fabric. Do what you suits you best. Regarding pinning – I pay special attention to meeting up vital corners and junctions and make sure that I pin at these points.
Once you have finished all your rows, add any borders that you require to give the desired size (I usually google or measure old quilts/duvets to get the size I want.) And la voila you have finished your quilt top!
Before you can begin quilting you first need to ‘sandwich’ your batting in between your quilt top and backing fabric. I find it easiest to do this on a large clean bit of floor. (It also pays to remove curious babies and pets at this point!)
First lay down your pre-washed and pressed backing fabric with the wrong side up on the floor (remember you may have had to join a couple of pieces together to get the right size.) Ensure that this is very smooth. Then place your batting on top, followed by your quilt top, right side up. smooth all layers out. The backing fabric and and batting should be bigger than the quilt top. You can trim around the edges later.
Once you have it how you like it start pinning through all layers of the quilt with safety pins. These serve to hold all layers of the quilt together until it is quilted. As this is a very important job I say the more pins the merrier!
Once you have all your pins in you can now trim the batting and backing fabric down to size. in line with the quilt top.
Then draw your quilting design with a quilting pencil and ruler. I personally love to quilt on the diagonal through squares and find it easy to keep this straight.
My Mother-in-law tells you shouldn’t have more than a hand’s gap between any two lines of quilting so that your quilt holds together really well. She also tells me it is good to quilt a large bit in the centre to really ‘anchor’ your quilt to start with. Obviously remove your safety pins as you go.
Use a long stitch and take it slow to avoid puckering (and unpick if necessary!) If your making a large quilt it can be tricky at times dealing with so much fabric, but persevere, it’s worth it!
Some people choose to get their quilts professionally quilted, obviously there is a cost to this but the results are amazing and can save you a bit of work (and possibly stress) – so this always is another option.
If you want to avoid the cost of batting, you can always cheat as I did on my son’s quilt (above). I used a woollen blanket from the op-shop which served as both batting and backing.
Hold on, you’re on the home stretch!
Some people choose to make their own bias binding – and if you wish to do so there is a really good tutorial here.
I personally am a bit lazy and prefer to buy nice wide binding from my local fabric store.
There are few different options when it comes to sewing on your binding.
I personally like to follow this but finish the back by hand sewing using a blind stitch.
I would also recommend this tutorial if want to use rounded corners instead.
Once your binding is complete, congratulations! You have just created a quilt, a work of art, a family heirloom! Well done!
(And well done making it all the way through this post! There is so much to talk about when it comes to quilting!)
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S2-CAN: Sufficiently Secure Controller Area Network
ConferenceAnnual Computer Security Applications Conference (ACSAC'21), Virtual, December 2021.
As automotive security concerns are rising, the Controller Area Network
(CAN) — the de facto standard of in-vehicle communication
protocol — has come under scrutiny due to its lack of encryption
and authentication. Several vulnerabilities, such as eavesdropping,
spoofing, and replay attacks, have shown that the current implementation
needs to be extended. Both academic and commercial
solutions for a Secure CAN (S-CAN) have been proposed, but OEMs
have not yet integrated them into their products. The main reasons
for this lack of adoption are their heavy use of limited computational
resources in the vehicle, increased latency that can lead to
missed deadlines for safety-critical messages, as well as insufficient
space available in a CAN frame to include a Message Authentication
By making a trade-off between security and performance, we
develop S2-CAN, which overcomes the aforementioned problems
of S-CAN. We leverage protocol-specific properties of CAN instead
of using cryptographic primitives and design a “sufficiently secure”
alternative CAN with minimal overhead on resources and latency.
We evaluate the security of S2-CAN in four real-world vehicles by an
automated vehicular attack tool.We finally show that CAN security
can be guaranteed by the correct choice of a design parameter while
achieving acceptable performance.
SPy: Car Steering Reveals Your Trip Route!
ConferenceThe 20th Privacy Enhancing Technologies Symposium, Virtual, July 2020.
Vehicular data-collection platforms as part of
Original Equipment Manufacturers’ (OEMs’) connected
telematics services are on the rise in order to provide
diverse connected services to the users. They also allow
the collected data to be shared with third-parties upon
users’ permission. Under the current suggested permission
model, we find these platforms leaking users’ location
information without explicitly obtaining users’
permission. We analyze the accuracy of inferring a vehicle’s
location from seemingly benign steering wheel angle
(SWA) traces, and show its impact on the driver’s
location privacy. By collecting and processing real-life
SWA traces, we can infer the users’ exact traveled routes
with up to 71% accuracy, which is much higher than the
Security Analysis of Android Automotive
JournalSAE International Journal of Advances and Current Practices in Mobility, 2(2020-01-1295), pp.2337-2346.
In-vehicle infotainment (IVI) platforms are getting increasingly connected. Besides OEM apps and services, the next generation of IVI platforms are expected to offer integration of third-party apps. Under this anticipated business model, vehicular sensor and event data can be collected and shared with selected third-party apps. To accommodate this trend, Google has been pushing towards standardization among proprietary IVI operating systems with their Android Automotive platform which runs natively on the vehicle’s IVI platform. Unlike Android Auto’s limited functionality of display-projecting certain smartphone apps to the IVI screen, Android Automotive will have access to the in-vehicle network (IVN), and will be able to read and share various vehicular sensor data with third-party apps. This increased connectivity opens new business opportunities for both the car manufacturer as well as third-party businesses, but also introduces a new attack surface on the vehicle. Therefore, Android Automotive must have a secure system architecture to prevent any potential attacks that might compromise the security and privacy of the vehicle and the driver. In particular, malicious third-party entities could remotely compromise a vehicle's functionalities and impact the vehicle safety, causing financial and operational damage to the vehicle, as well as compromise the driver’s privacy and safety.
This paper presents an Android Automotive system architecture and provides guidelines for conducting a high-level security analysis. It also describes what countermeasures have already been taken by Google to prevent potential attacks, and discusses what still needs to be done in order to offer a secure and privacy-preserving Android experience for next-generation IVI platforms.
LibreCAN: Automated CAN Message Translator
Conference2019 ACM SIGSAC Conference on Computer and Communications Security (CCS), London, UK November 2019.
Modern Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) are equipped
with an increasing number of Electronic Control Units (ECUs),
many of which produce large amounts of data. Data is exchanged
between ECUs via an in-vehicle network, with the Controller Area
Network (CAN) bus being the de facto standard in contemporary
vehicles. Furthermore, CAVs have not only physical interfaces but
also increased data connectivity to the Internet via their Telematic
Control Units (TCUs), enabling remote access via mobile devices. It
is also possible to tap into, and read/write data from/to the CAN
bus, as data transmitted on the CAN bus is not encrypted. This
naturally generates concerns about automotive cybersecurity. One
commonality among most vehicular security attacks reported to
date is that they ultimately require write access to the CAN bus.
In order to cause targeted and intentional changes in vehicle behavior, malicious CAN injection attacks require knowledge of the
CAN message format. However, since this format is proprietary
to OEMs and can differ even among different models of a single
make of vehicle, one must manually reverse-engineer the CAN
message format of each vehicle they target — a time-consuming
and tedious process that does not scale. To mitigate this difficulty,
we develop LibreCAN, which can translate most CAN messages
with minimal effort. Our extensive evaluation on multiple vehicles
demonstrates LibreCAN’s efficiency in terms of accuracy, coverage,
required manual effort and scalability to any vehicle.
Survey of Automotive Privacy Regulations and Privacy-Related Attacks
ConferenceSAE World Congress Experience 2019, Detroit, MI, USA, April 2019.
Privacy has been a rising concern. The European Union
has established a privacy standard called General Data
Protection Regulation (GDPR) in May 2018.
Furthermore, the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data incident
made headlines in March 2018. Data collection from vehicles
by OEM platforms is increasingly popular and may offer OEMs
new business models but it comes with the risk of privacy
leakages. Vehicular sensor data shared with third-parties can
lead to misuse of the requested data for other purposes than
stated/intended. There exists a relevant regulation document
introduced by the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers
(“Auto Alliance”), which classifies the vehicular sensors used
for data collection as covered and non-sensitive parameters.
This paper reviews existing privacy standards as well as
ongoing efforts in the automotive domain, and surveys the
landscape of automotive privacy-related attacks which can
be classified into three categories: driver fingerprinting,
location inferencing and driving-behavior analysis. These three
categories are derived from the aforementioned guidelines of
covered information. Based on this survey, we define a Privacy
Score (PS), quantifying the risk associated with each vehicular
sensor. Sensors contributing to multiple privacy attacks will
be assigned a higher PS. Furthermore, combinations of sensors
used in privacy attacks must be considered and assessed in
the PS metric as some attacks cannot be mounted using a
single independent sensor alone.
CarLab: Framework for Vehicular Data Collection and Processing
Conference ACM CarSys 2017, Snowbird, UT, USA, October 2017.
Due to the growth of intelligent and self-driving vehicles, there are a multitude of data-driven applications such as user monitoring or traffic modeling and control. Each application often uses its own data-collection platform, leading to a scattered landscape of solutions for vehicular data-driven research and app development. We propose CarLab, a flexible and open vehicular data-collection platform which unifies this landscape of vehicular data-driven research and app development.
In this paper, we survey the field of vehicular data collection, describe the system architecture of CarLab and related research issues.
Context-aware Intrusion Detection in Automotive Control Systems
Conference5th escar 2017, Ypsilanti, MI, June 2017.
This paper describes a method and framework to detect manipulations in automotive control systems. As the automotive industry is shifting towards employing software-based solutions, the incentives for attackers to manipulate automotive systems. The boundary where the cyber and physical world interface is particularly sensitive for security and safety. Manipulations in the computer system might have an uncontrollable impact in the physical environment and could lead to potentially dangerous situations.
This paper presents a context-aware intrusion detection system (CAID) framework capable to recognize manipulations of the physical system using cyber means. CAID uses sensor information to establish reference models of the physical system and then checks correctness of current sensor data against the reference models. Thereby, it establishes the notion of plausibility of a controller’s operation. CAID augments today’s cyber physical intrusion detection systems (IDS) by adding a physical model to the detection engine. The CAID framework has been evaluated in a vehicular setup using test vehicle. Telemetry data has been collected from a test vehicle that has then been chip-tuned with a commercially available chip-tuning tool to obtain manipulated data. CAID was able to recognize the chip tuning with a very high probability using an unsupervised Artificial Neural Network (ANN). This proof-of-concept could be the starting point to enhance current automotive IDS using the CAID framework in order to detect future automotive attacks to safety-critical systems.
HW/SW Co-Design of an Automotive Embedded Firewall
ConferenceSAE World Congress Experience 2017, Detroit, MI, USA, April 2017.
The automotive industry experiences a major change as vehicles are gradually becoming a part of the Internet. Security concepts based on the closed-world assumption cannot be deployed anymore due to a constantly changing adversary model. Automotive Ethernet as future in-vehicle network and a new E/E Architecture have different security requirements than Ethernet known from traditional IT and legacy systems. In order to achieve a high level of security, a new multi-layer approach in the vehicle which responds to special automotive requirements has to be introduced. One essential layer of this holistic security concept is to restrict non-authorized access by the deployment of embedded firewalls.
This paper addresses the introduction of automotive firewalls into the next-generation domain architecture with a focus on partitioning of its features in hardware and software. Based on the deployment of the firewall in the in-vehicle network, the corresponding adversary model and automotive requirements such as latency, jitter, CPU load and memory consumption are going to be discussed. Drivers behind these metrics are primarily safety concerns and cost and thus are relevant for both OEMs and hardware manufacturers. As a result, a reasonable implementation of an automotive firewall system has to be a trade-off between hardware and software in order to meet the above-named automotive requirements. We implemented the firewall on an Infineon AURIX TriCore and Altera Cyclone V FPGA to analyze these metrics. The paper shows the options and decision points to find an optimal partitioning between hardware and software for an automotive embedded firewall system.
Systems and Methods for Preserving the Privacy of Collected Vehicular Data
Patent US Patent 11,126,744 B2; Granted: Sep. 21, 2021.
Methods and apparatus are provided for preserving privacy of data collected from a vehicle. In one embodiment, a method includes: receiving, by a processor, privacy preferences entered by a user of the vehicle; receiving, by the processor, the data collected from the vehicle; distorting, by the processor, the data; downsampling, by the processor, the distorted data based on the privacy preferences; and communicating, by the processor, the downsampled, distorted vehicle data to a third-party entity.
Automated CAN Message Translator
Patent WIPO (PCT) WO2021062328A1; Published: Apr. 1, 2021.
One commonality among most vehicular security attacks reported to date is that they ultimately require write access to the CAN bus. In order to cause targeted and intentional changes in the vehicle behavior, malicious CAN injection attacks require knowledge of the CAN message format. However, since this format is proprietary to OEMs and can differ even among different models of a single make of vehicle, one must manually reverse-engineer the CAN message format of each vehicle they target. To mitigate this difficulty, an automated CAN message translator is presented.
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Lined with riverside pubs, contemporary art galleries, and museums, Arundel boasts a nostalgic charm best enjoyed with a peaceful stroll on the South Downs. The city’s 1,000 years of history can be seen through its collection of antique shops, unspoilt natural habitats and 11th-century castle.
Things to do in Arundel
Spend a day exploring the Arundel Castle where Henry IV got married and Queen Victoria once stayed, admiring the views overlooking the River Arun. The preserved interior boasts fascinating period furniture, tapestries and a rare collection of paintings.
For a day out in nature, head to the Arundel Wetland Centre, where you’ll be surrounded by ancient woodlands deep in the Sussex Downs. Its lakes, ponds and channels provide habitats for wildlife and offer an ideal place for a day of boating and picnicking.
Amberley Museum and Heritage Centre is a 14-hectare open-air museum in the South Downs National Park. You can see exhibits showcased in a working print shop, telecommunications hall and road steam engine, then take a ride on the narrow gauge railway. You can also visit Arundel Museum to see local collections of Arundel’s history, brought to life with artefacts dating back to Roman times.
When the sun is out, drive 20 minutes to nearby Climping Beach, a quiet stretch of coastline great for families. You can enjoy the coastal views or watch the windsurfers.
Getting around Arundel
The compact streets of Arundel are easy to explore on foot, while the city’s well-connected bus system provides alternative transport. Regular train services connect to Clapham Junction and Gatwick Airport in around one hour.
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By: Manuel “Boy” Mejorada
OVER the last three years, I have occasionally travelled to Guimaras on business, and took the short pumpboat ride from Parola to Buenavistal and back. All of these trips were uneventful – routing rides that took between 20-30 minutes. I made it a point to travel only when the weather is calm. But I guess 95% of people making this crossing don’t have a choice.
And now, these people are clearly suffering each time they ride a pumpboat for work, school or any other purpose. That’s because as an offshoot of the tragedy on August 3, 2019, Marina and the Coast Guard has ordered pumpboat operators to strip down their vessels of any covering that protected passengers from the sun and rain.
Apparently, the Marina and Coast Guard blamed the deaths of the 31 passengers to the canvass roofing and cabin structure of the pumpboats. When the pumpboats capsized, the passengers got trapped under the hull of the motorized bancas and drowned. Therefore, Marina and Coast Guard concluded, the pumpboats will become safer without the “trapal” or cabin structure.
Passengers on these pumpboats now need to bring their own umbrellas to shield them from the sun or rain when they travel to and from Guimaras. That’s an ordeal. When the boats are already underway, the strong winds can blow away umbrellas from the grips of their owners. Many just use their life jackets as hood over their heads for whatever protection they can get.
These pumpboats have been around for decades, and we’ve seen very little evidence that it is defective. The Aug. 3 tragedy happened because of a freak act of nature. “Pugadas” of such strength and fury as to toss those three vessels upside down are rare. Even the Titanic sank. I’m not a naval architect but common sense tells me that the design of the pumpboats weren’t the problem. The weather condition on that day was.
Perhaps the Marina and Coast Guard should revisit its knee-jerk solution to the situation. Even if the vessels were steel-hulled, but small, the conditions that day would have brought about the same effect on them. The “trapals”, at the very least, should be allowed if only to provide passengers a small measure of comfort during the short trip.
At the same time, the Coast Guard should be more vigilant in watching the behavior of the Iloilo Strait during the operating hours of the pumpboats. The boat captains, too, should coordinate closely with the Coast Guard. Their long experience in navigating their boats across the Iloilo Strait equips them with better knowledge about that narrow passage than the best meteorologists.
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Legalized casino gaming in the united states, Hsu, Cathy Hc (hong Kong Polytechnic University)
Автор: Vittachi, Nury (the Hong Kong Polytechnic Univ, Hong Kong) Название: Young scientists series, the (in 12 volumes) ISBN: 9813221305 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789813221307 Издательство: World Scientific Publishing Рейтинг: Цена: 3422 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Scientists are often presented as old men in white coats, but this series shows that great discoveries have been made by people of all ages and cultures - some are young people, and many are female.
Автор: Augustin-jean, Louis (hong Kong Polytechnic University) Cheung, Anthea H.y. (hong Kong Polytechnic University) Название: Economic roots of the umbrella movement in hong kong ISBN: 0815368232 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780815368236 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 17875 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: In the autumn of 2014, thousands of people, young and educated in their majority, occupied the chief business district and seat of the government in Hong Kong. The protest, known as the Umbrella Movement, called for ‘genuine democracy’, as well as a fairer social and economic system. The book aims to provide a dynamic framework to explain why socioeconomic forces converged to produce such a situation. Examining increasing inequality, rising prices and stagnating incomes, it stresses the role of economic and social factors, as opposed to the domestic political and constitutional issues often assumed to be the root cause behind the protests. It first argues that globalization and the increasing influence of China’s economy in Hong Kong has weighted on salaries. Second, it shows that the oligopolistic nature of the local economy has generated rents, which have reinforced inequality. The book demonstrates that the younger generation, which is still finding its place in society, has been particularly affected by these phenomena, especially with social mobility at a low point. Offering a new approach to studying the Umbrella Movement, this book will appeal to students and scholars interested in Hong Kong's political landscape, as well Chinese politics more broadly.
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A Trichoderma sp. SO-571 producing cellulase was isolated from soil, and a pilot-scale cultivation and separation of cellulase were conducted. The cellulase activity was about 14.5 unit/ml after 112 hr of cultivation in a 30 1 fermenter containing 3.0% cellulose, 4.0% soybean powder, 3.0% wheat bran, 0.5% (NH4)2SO4, 0.2% urea, 1.0% CSL, 0.5% KH 2PO4, and 0.2% Tween 80. The cellulase was purified over 4.6 folds in three steps with 47.86% yield. The optimum pH of cellulase was pH 5.0 and optimum temperature was 60°C. To investigate the effect of the cellulase-treated cellulosic fabric, the weight loss was compared. The weight loss of denim treated with cellulase from Trichoderma sp. SO-571 was 2.9% and that with Celluclast 1.5L was 2.2%. In tencel treatement with enzyme, cellulase showed 0.7% higer weight loss than that with Celluclast 1.5L.
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18 April 2020 – As society began to come to terms with the rapid spread of Covid-19 around the world, the IOC and its counterparts in Japan kept a close watch on the developing pandemic.
When the announcement was made that the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 were to be postponed by a year, it was the result of an informed, albeit difficult, decision arrived at with the full consensus of all parties involved.
Christophe Dubi, the IOC’s Olympic Games Executive Director, explains:
“We were fortunate to be working with a very good Organising Committee and were able to navigate through complicated discussions because everyone was speaking with one voice: the IOC, the Organising Committee, the City of Tokyo and the government of Japan. This alignment between all parties really helped us to make the right decision at the same time.”
Now that it has been formalised and the new dates chosen, the practicalities of moving the event can begin in earnest, in partnership with everyone involved.
Outlining what needs to be done, Pierre Ducrey, Olympic Games Operations Director, explains: “It’s a very complex jigsaw puzzle of negotiations with private and public parties and a number of stakeholders in the Olympic Movement, to ensure that we have everything that we need.”
First, there are the athletes. Concerns about their health and well-being were a major motivating factor for the postponement decision. Some 11,000 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) are hoping to compete at the Olympic Games. They have known for several years where and when the Games were due to take place and have trained, hoping to peak this summer.
Although 57 per cent had already qualified for the Games and have now received assurances that their qualifications will be valid next year, 43 per cent have yet to do so. But all will now have to re-plan their training programmes for the next year. This is currently further complicated by containment measures in place in many countries, which have made training, particularly for team sports, hugely challenging.
Then there is the sports calendar. The sporting landscape is very crowded, with many events serving as training and qualification opportunities for the Olympic Games. The International Federations, and indeed the professional leagues, were already facing difficult choices as a result of the health crisis. The decision to postpone the Games means that sports federations are now able to adjust their own calendars too, but will need to fit in with the new dates for the Games. The sports world has shown solidarity, with some federations already deciding to shift their own world championships to 2022. This nonetheless represents a logistical and financial challenge for them, as well as further uncertainty for the athletes, who were almost certainly training for these events too.
THE OLYMPIC SCHEDULE
And what of the event itself? There are 33 sports on the programme for the Olympic Games, each involving an International Federation. Within these sports, there are 339 separate events taking place in 42 competition venues. Making sure the venues are still available will be a first priority for the IOC and its partners. Every effort will be made to ensure that the schedule of sporting events can be replicated, in the same venues if possible.
HOME-FROM-HOME: THE OLYMPIC VILLAGE
Securing the Olympic Village will be another priority for the organisers. Typically, the beating heart of any Olympic Games, the Village is home to the athletes and their entourage during the full period of the Games. In addition to 18,000 beds, it also houses medical facilities and an 18,500m2, two-storey dining hall, along with recreational amenities and a gym. Built on the waterfront in Tokyo, this 5,000-apartment complex was planned to fulfil a long-term housing need for the city after the Games.
PARTNERS & SUPPLIERS
Meanwhile, the IOC’s 14 Worldwide “TOP” Partners alongside the host country’s 67 domestic partners were all gearing up to provide vital goods and services to ensure the smooth running of the Games. Technology, vehicles, financial and logistical services, food and beverage suppliers – these partners have planned their operations and supply chains well in advance and were preparing to deliver this summer.
BROADCAST & MEDIA PARTNERS
One of the features that makes the Olympic Games so special is that they are beamed around the world in real-time, and one half of the world’s population tunes in to watch the competitions on digital or linear platforms. This is made possible thanks to the work of Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) and the Rights-Holding Broadcasters (RHBs).
For Tokyo 2020, there are currently 26 RHBs, alongside the Olympic Channel. By Games time, there may be more than 300 sub-licensees. The broadcasters plan their schedules years in advance, often around the global sporting and entertainment calendars.
They will need to re-visit their schedules, along with those of their advertisers. Furthermore, many of them “grow” their workforce at Games time (camera operators, sound technicians, signal coordinators, etc.) using contract staff and equipment. While there is every chance these staff will still be available on the new dates, it may have knock-on effects on other operations and suppliers.
To house the broadcast operations and staff, alongside members of the traditional print media – upwards of 25,000 accredited persons – Tokyo 2020 had planned to use the Tokyo Big Site.
Japan’s largest convention and exhibition centre, spanning 265,700m2, it was meant to serve as the International Broadcast Centre (IBC)/Main Press Centre (MPC). This had the important advantage of avoiding the organisers having to build a dedicated facility, thereby representing savings in terms of cost and infrastructure.
WORKFORCE & VOLUNTEERS
In addition to accredited media, any Olympic Games cannot take place without the dedication and enthusiasm of the workforce and volunteers. Tokyo 2020 had planned a workforce of 150,000 staff, volunteers and contractors, most of whom had already been recruited.
This close to the Games, many had begun or were ready to begin work. Although the Organising Committee is going to make every effort to retain the volunteers who had already signed up, it may nonetheless find itself having to recruit a new volunteer force, while some may face disappointment at not being able to rearrange their own schedules to attend.
Finally, there are the spectators, a key part of any Olympic Games. Millions of people have already bought tickets, some for what was promising to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Others had already made travel arrangements and planned excursions and additional activities to coincide with the experience.
For instance, some 4.48 million tickets have already been sold in Japan, in addition to tickets sold around the world by Authorised Ticket Re-sellers (ATRs). Although the Organising Committee plans to make every effort to ensure that tickets already sold remain valid in 2021, some spectators who were planning the trip may no longer be able to go.
The logistics behind ticket reimbursements and a re-sale will offer an added layer of challenge to the operation.
COMPLEX, BUT POSSIBLE
The challenge for all parties now will be to realign all these one year from now. Commenting on the complexity of the operation, Dubi explained:
“Clearly there is no way you can do something like this unless all stakeholders are on board. The Olympic Movement has walked in unison through this crisis, and the support we got was remarkable. It was understood by everybody that this was the best thing to do in this context. I think it shows that the unity of the Olympic Movement is very strong.”
He continued: “when we combine the capabilities and the commitments at the highest level, including of the IOC and the entire Olympic family, we can be confident. A postponement is never ideal, but at least we have all the conditions in place to deliver the best event possible, so we have a lot of confidence that we are going to deliver great Games next year.”
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How to Start a Blog While in School
Probably you have been considering some things you can do as a student maybe just for fun or for another reason. And perhaps you’ve been considering blogging. How good and viable is blogging for you as a student in college or in university? Well, just to serve as an encouragement for you to engage in blogging as a student, there are a number of advantages that you can gain by blogging as a student while you’re still in school. It is good that as a student even if you’d have a distraction, it should be a good one. You probably have had this vague idea about blogging that it’s probably for some kind of people or you don’t think you can do it well as a student, you can just read out this article on why you should start a blog while in school and get some points to encourage you more.
If you are really going to be committed to blogging as a student of course it will demand its own time and effort plus energy as well, but you can meet up by committing yourself to it while balancing the whole thing with your studies. You might have been wondering how you can combine everything, but it is possible to do that. Why is it even good that you start blogging right from when you are still in school? What are the benefits attached and what difference can it make?
Showcasing what you’re learning
One of the reasons why you should start blogging as a student is to use it as a way of showcasing what you are studying in school and showcasing the skills that you are acquiring in college or university. You know you can use it as a platform to discuss topics and concepts that you are studying in school and when you keep putting up content on your course of study or the concepts that you are learning, then people will know you for that and then you can somehow somewhat be connected with people who will need your help in one way or the other and like that you are building a reputation for yourself in that field or in that line. You can just regularly puts up contents that are relevant in line of your study and then that will serve as a way of you catching up with what you are learning and also you are somehow showcasing your skills and what you are studying to a larger audience.
Improving your creativity
One good and very important reason why you should start blogging as a student is because it serves to improve your creative prowess. You will be pushed to develop more creativity for your blog, you know, to make it interesting, to make people come to read more, you will begin to look for new ways of catching the attention of your audience on the blog and this will continue to expand your scope of creativity. You know if you are not doing something that will push you to look for new ways and new strategies of accomplishing results, then you might just be complacent but when you have something like a blog that you are keeping up with regularly, it can make you seek and think out new ways of getting to your audience and that will be boosting your creativity.
Starting a blog when you are a student is a good way of passing your knowledge across to other people. Of course you are a student, still learning at a particular level, maybe not even the final level but at whatever level you are learning, it is likely that you have juniors below you or people who do not know as much as you know in your field, you can find a way to pass on knowledge to them through your blog. If people are seeking answers to some things in line with what you’re putting up on your blog, and they stumble on your blog, make it so that they can get some answers, your content might be beneficial to them.
Be ready to take questions there after they’ve read your articles and also be ready to answer the questions. And you know this could also help you to have more interaction with the concepts in your course and then to also have better grasp of what you are studying. So you don’t need to know everything before you start saying something about a particular concept. Talk about what you know already, pass on the knowledge that you have already and as you continue to learn more continue to also teach more.
It may not even be something academic, it might just be something you think you have better ideas about which you think could be helpful to people out there and you want to share. A blog is a platform to also transfer such knowledge that you have to help other people.
One very good benefit of starting a blog while you are a student is that it will help you to begin to know how to express yourself better. Your communication skills will increase because you are doing this often and often so that the more you put up contents on your blog and then you try to improve on it, you probably study more on how to communicate better with your blog audience and how to make people like what you are putting up and come for more and you are putting all those things into action, that way you are already increasing your communication skills and your level of self-expressing yourself.
For other students
If you are a student and you are putting up content about things you are facing as a student, how you’re handling your studies your course works or how you are coping with the campus life or some experiences that you’ve had, maybe the good ones and the bad ones too. You know, putting up those kind of personal content, other students who get to your blog can read up and they can relate, they know that they are not the only one in such shoes as to whatever they are experiencing as students. Somehow you are helping others to to find a voice to what they are going through and to have something they can relate with which can be of help to them. So don’t be deterred from sharing your experiences as a student and how you are coping, good ones and bad ones put them all up there and let other students benefit from your wealth of experience as a college or university student.
Another very interesting part of this whole blogging thing is that it can even be monetized eventually. You know you don’t have to start with the mind that you want to monetize it immediately, you should first try to build a good blog with quality content, helping people and expressing yourself, make your blog as interesting as possible and then drive traffic to your blog through your content and probably some other means of driving traffic, so as to monetize it. You could really begin to earn from your blog as a student, just imagine how that can also go to a cushion the financial burdens in school.
If you really want to do the blog thing as a big thing and you want to monetize it well, then you will need a lot of commitment and if you think you need to take a course or have someone to mentor you very well to be able to quickly get your bearing then you should do that. You can also read up on how to blog well online. If you really want to blog as a student, it’s a good way to go.
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With the ever-increasing popularity of online apps, it’s no wonder that more businesses are moving into the mobile space to reach their customers. It’s estimated that by 2020, mobile apps will generate over $189 billion dollars in revenue. Not only are apps being used by consumers for shopping, but more brands are using apps to connect directly with their customers and cultivate loyalty.
Unfortunately, with the relative ease of app development, bad actors looking to capitalize on brand name recognition and consumer confusion are creating their own apps, tailoring them intentionally to draw in shoppers who would otherwise be looking for the legitimate app. They then take these copycat apps and upload them to app stores in the hopes that consumers will install them to their devices, exposing them to any number of issues including malware, phishing scams, theft of personal identification, and more.
A recent report from McAfee revealed that apps are the number one source of malware for mobile devices. The possibility of trademark infringement in mobile apps combined with the threat of security risks and damage to professional reputation and company bottom line is a significant concern for brand holders. This is why a solid online brand protection plan should include monitoring the app stores for misuse of your IP.
Odds are, there are two names that instantly pop into your mind when someone talks about app stores; they are globally known as the largest distribution channels for apps. However, there are other smaller, third-party app stores. Are you watching those? Do you know what they are and where to find them? Solid online brand protection means keeping an eye out for copycat apps no matter the app store.
While most app platforms employ some level of safeguards and protection, including security measures for malware and trademark verification, clever hackers are still able to slip in infringing and malicious apps. Making sure you’re keeping an eye on the smaller app stores is critical for brand protection.
Keeping your IP safe
With new app stores launching seemingly every day, it can be hard to keep up. While most platforms are legitimate, it’s not guaranteed that they have the same level of security and malware protection or copyright infringement prevention in place.
Of course, keeping an eye on all the app stores and watching for potentially infringing or malicious activities can be overwhelming and time consuming, but the alternative can be potentially devastating for a brand holder. Now, more than ever, companies must vigilantly monitor third party app stores for infringing content—to protect both the integrity and the security of their brands.
As the number of mobile apps created and downloaded continues to increase, app monitoring services have quickly become an essential tool in a company’s overall brand protection toolkit. At the end of the day, it is in the best interest of a brand holder to ensure that no unauthorized third-party apps use its trusted trademarks or brand names.
Concerned about how your IP is being used in the online space including app stores? Request a free digital risk analysis and see exactly where it’s being used and by whom.
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This New Smart Plane Can Tell If Your Seat Is Reclined And When You’re In The Bathroom
A new type of plane may be able to collect data about passenger activities, including things like seat position and lavatory use
A new “Connected Cabin” concept was displayed by Airbus at the APEX Expo in Boston in September. The concept involves using smart technology to gather information about activities in the cabin of a commercial plane.
The data collected ranges from how many passengers are reclining their seats, if the lavatories are in use, how many soft drinks are left, and if cooking equipment is locked into place.
The flight crew onboard the plane would have access to this information and carriers could use it to make planes more efficient, thus reducing check-in and boarding time. It could also give airlines data that might help increase revenue and design more comfortable planes.
This concept hasn’t been put into practice yet, but planes of the near future could be a lot smarter than those in the air today.
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Education is like eyes to a human being. Education helps people overcome ignorance, poverty and helps people come up in their lives. This page contains a nice collection of quotes with pictures on Education, Ignorance, schooling. Share these quotes with your friends and family and make your friends understand the importance of education. Education brings light in people's lives. It make their lives bright.
Send this Education quotes / sayings to your friends.
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Microsoft Corp. on Thursday started selling Kinect, a device
that lets consumers play video games with their bodies, to help it
lure casual gamers and add years to the life of its Xbox 360 gaming
Kinect, shaped like a flat, black box, tracks a player’s
movement and voice and costs $149.99 by itself or starting at
$299.99 when purchased with an Xbox 360 console. Microsoft on
Wednesday boosted its forecast for Kinect sales this year to 5
million units from 3 million after the device sold out in pre-sales
at retailers such as Amazon.com Inc. and Best Buy Co.
Chief Executive Officer Steve Ballmer is depending on Kinect to
catch Nintendo Co., which pioneered the motion-sensing gaming
market with its Wii controller, and Sony Corp., whose Move
controller hit stores in September. The product is also designed to
help Microsoft goose sales of the aging Xbox 360, released in 2005,
and improve margins of a unit that lost about $8 billion before
reaching profitability in 2008.
“It’s a very intuitive and innovative product,” said Gregg
Moskowitz, an analyst at Cowen & Co. in New York, who has an
“outperform” rating on Microsoft. “It’s not ideal for every video
game, but it has that potential to tap into a new market where we
haven’t seen Microsoft before.”
Microsoft may generate $500 million in Kinect sales this quarter
and $1 billion this fiscal year, which ends in June, according to
Moskowitz. If Microsoft can meet its new forecast for holiday
Kinect sales, the company will exceed his estimate by about $250
million for the quarter, Moskowitz said.
With Kinect, Microsoft is aiming at users of so-called casual
games, which tend to be more family-friendly than traditional
shoot-’em-up video titles, and social games, played on social
networks such as Facebook. Consumers may spend $2.4 billion on
casual games this year, according to Parks Associates, a research
firm in Dallas.
Microsoft, which pioneered the market for online multiplayer
console games, will try to extend its advantage with Kinect games
such as “Kinect Sports” and “Kinect Adventures.” Many of the 17
games available at introduction let gamers snap photos of
themselves playing and post them online.
As a company that hasn’t traditionally attracted casual gamers
with Xbox, Microsoft may need to take pains to win over wives,
mothers and teenage girls who may already have an Xbox in the house
but don’t use it, said Michael Pachter, a video-game analyst at
Wedbush Securities Inc.
To do that, Microsoft has previewed the device on daytime talk
shows hosted by Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres. A clip of
DeGeneres doing merengue moves along with Kinect’s “Dance Central”
game — from the makers of the classic title “Rock Band” — led
Pachter’s nongamer wife to ask when the family was getting one.
It worked in Ballmer’s household, too, the executive told a
group of students at the University of Washington last month. His
wife, Connie, had banished the Xbox from the main part of the
house, saying it was distracting the kids from homework, until she
saw Kinect, Ballmer said at the time.
“They have a lot riding on it,” Pachter said. “If they can get
every Wii household to upgrade to this, they can sell another 50
million consoles. They won’t succeed in that, of course, but that’s
Microsoft’s higher Kinect sales forecast “shows a lot of
confidence,” Pachter said. In that same period, Sony may sell about
3 million Move units, he said.
Unlike a new console, Kinect won’t lose money from the time of
its release, according to Moskowitz. When it reaches full sales
capacity, Moskowitz expects Kinect to be more profitable than the
Xbox. Microsoft unveiled Kinect in June 2009.
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Non-Violence, Abdul Ghaffar Khan (Bacha Khan) and the Pashtoons
Quaid-i-Azam University (Islamabad)
” Nonviolence is a power and has an army just like violence. but its weapon is preaching while the weapon of violence is gun” – (Abdul Ghaffar Khan known as Bacha Khan).
In honor of international non-violence day, the Pashtoon Student Council of Quaid-i-Azam University arranged this seminar on 2nd October 2019. The main speaker was Prof. Dr. Sayed Wiqar Ali Shah, who is an international expert on Abdul Ghaffar Khan and the Khudai Khidmatgar Movement.
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Boris Johnson said colonialism in Africa should never have ended and downplayed Britain’s role in the slave trade, an article written by the prime minister while he was a Tory MP reveals.
Critics are urging Mr Johnson to explain whether he still holds the views expounded in the 2002 piece, where he argued that Africans would not have grown the right crops for export without British direction.
“The continent may be a blot, but it is not a blot upon our conscience,” he wrote. “The problem is not that we were once in charge, but that we are not in charge any more.”
The prime minister this week argued for the retention of controversial statues of slavers and British colonialists in UK cities, which he said should stay up because they “teach us about our past with all its faults”.
But the article, written while Mr Johnson was editor of The Spectator magazine, reveals that the prime minister in fact has held an active admiration for Britain’s colonial activities on the continent.
“Consider Uganda, pearl of Africa, as an example of the British record. Are we guilty of slavery? Pshaw. It was one of the first duties of Frederick Lugard, who colonised Buganda in the 1890s, to take on and defeat the Arab slavers,” Mr Johnson says in the piece.
“And don’t swallow any of that nonsense about how we planted the ‘wrong crops’. Uganda teems, sprouts, bursts with vegetation. You will find fruits rare and strange, like the jackfruit, hanging bigger than your head and covered with green tetrahedral nodules. Though delicately perfumed, it is, alas, more or less disgusting, and not even Waitrose is pretentious enough to stock it.”
He continues: “So the British planted coffee and cotton and tobacco, and they were broadly right. It is true that coffee prices are currently low; but that is the fault of the Vietnamese, who are shamelessly undercutting the market, and not of the planters of 100 years ago.
“If left to their own devices, the natives would rely on nothing but the instant carbohydrate gratification of the plantain … the colonists correctly saw that the export market was limited.”
Suggesting that one way to boost the economy of African countries would be for British tourists to holiday in them, Mr Johnson wrote: “The best fate for Africa would be if the old colonial powers, or their citizens, scrambled once again in her direction; on the understanding that this time they will not be asked to feel guilty.”
Boris Johnson’s spokesperson declined to comment on the article when approached by The Independent.
Opposition MPs urged the prime minister to consider his comments and explain whether they still represented his views today.
“Boris Johnson is the prime minister of the United Kingdom. The history of the UK, Windrush, empire, colonialism should be told with sobering accuracy,” Labour MP Dawn Butler told The Independent.
“In order to make sustainable progress we need the current PM who has power and privilege to reflect on what he has said and written.
“I urge the PM to review his previous articles, books and statements and to re-examine them through the brutal lynching that he watched of George Floyd and say whether he regrets anything of what he has said, done or written in the past.”
Ms Butler said it was important not to “misrepresent or whitewash history”, adding: “This Etonian attitude affects everyone who is not in that inner circle, no matter your colour. Instead of viewing history through rose-tinted glasses maybe it is time to look at history through the lenses of a very visible modern-day lynching.”
The shadow secretary of state for women and equalities, Marsha de Cordova, said: “Boris Johnson’s past comments are an example of why we need to educate people about the impact of colonialism.
“The legacy of British colonialism and its role in the slave trade is a scar on our society. To infer this is something to be proud of, and that African countries are worse off because they are no longer ruled by the empire, is an insult to millions.”
Christine Jardine, Liberal Democrats’ equalities spokesperson, said: “It is vital that the prime minister today makes clear that the language he may have used and comments made in the past are no longer reflective of his views.
“Across the UK there is a collective discussion happening on how as a nation we deal with our history and the racism and prejudice that is part of that. It is the prime minister’s duty to show leadership on this.
“We need to do more to tackle racism in the UK and if we truly want to change society, we must eradicate the existing injustice. Liberal Democrats are clear that we want to see a government-wide plan to tackle Bame inequalities so that we can finally enact change for all those fighting for justice and equality.”
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Have you had your day’s work?? Planed an outing? Kept your dog to Mrs. Lerissa the entire day when you were out?
If you are doing your work and getting your part of your rest, why do you think that your dog is destined to stay indoors or to some Mr Lerissa all the time?
Your pet does the most important task…it guards your home, you 2-year-old baby, your valuables, and what not.
Therefore, you need to make sure that you arrange to provide refreshments to your dogs and not keep them enchained while you go for a weekend outing.
But through observation, it is observed the dog parks are not benefitting at all and they bring in different kinds of behavioural changes which are beyond your training manual.
Here lies the predicament of the topic and this will be discussed throughout the essay.
There are parks created especially for Dogs, where the owners could spend Quality time with their pets. These are the places where you could make your dogs exercise as well and cuddle them.
The best part is that you could do it in a controlled environment and that is advantageous for both the pet as well as the owner.
This means everything is really good about it, isn’t it? I would say no. There are certain disadvantages of Dog Parks that make your pet “stressful”.
“If you are thinking for a dog as your pet? Then you must read “The Challenges Of A First Time Dog Owner” I’ll make sure it was very helpful for you.”
Different Types Of Dog Parks
The Dog parks that first came into being were extremely small and reserved. They used to be a fence enclosed in spaces of 4 inches to 6 inches. There were double entry gates present for the owners to sit.
But slowly, the overall concept overseas changed and it is understood that just like us, dogs need wide-open spaces for relaxation and refreshment.
Based on that there are different ways dogs could be treated and based on that the whole, segregation has been done. Different kinds of Dog Parks comprise The Doggy Playground, Training Sessions, and Wide Open Spaces.
The Doggy Playground
These are some amusement park-like enclosed places where you could provide your dog with Hoops, Tunnels, Ramps and Teeter Totters.
These are common items that are found mostly in these types of dog parks
These spaces are designed into section-wise segregations where dogs could get
Wide Open Spaces.
The main requirements that are needed to design this kind of park include huddles, platforms, jump hoofs and others. There are fountains and pet cooling stations for relaxation of your dogs.
Wide Open Space
This is the most popular concept where there are wide open spaces. While designing these parks, the landscape turns out to be crucial. This constitutes grass, Decomposed grey works that are environmentally friendly.
Best Dog Park Near Me
Do you feel worried and can not understand where to take your dog for its exercise and amusement ?? You do not need a lot of research.
This is because dog parks in different parts of the USA are growing. This is considered good for the ones supporting their dogs to be taken to Dog Parks.
That is why people are seen taking their dogs to different dog parks besides their home
There are different parks in the USA
Denver Dog Parks
There are different off-leash Dog Parks in Denver. Few among them are Railyard Dog Parks and Lowry Dog Park.
Cherry Creek Dog Park
Under this list, two dog Parks could be named and they include Cherry Dog off-leash area, Dog Park Beach, and Cherry Creek Access.
Other than this, there are other important Types of Dog Parks and they include indoor dog park,off leash dog park,dog water park,fetch dog park,cherry creek dog park,blind dog park city.
The Question: Are Dog Parks Stressful Or Enjoyable ???
There are both positives as well as negatives to dog parks. This denotes dogs Parks make dogs cheerful, enjoyable as well as Stressful. Dog Parks Provide An Enjoyable Ambiance To Dogs such as:
Physical and Mental Stimulation
Off-leash exercise is significant for Dogs. If your dog interacts with other dogs, it will receive a lot of mental stimulation. This mental stimulation will make your dog’s behavior good at home. They will not be irritated back home.
Excellence Place To Socialise
Just as human beings, dogs too need to be socialised. If you take your dogs to the dog parks, you could get an opportunity to mingle with other dogs of all sizes, shapes, ages, breeds, and sizes. This socialising is good both for the owners as well as the dogs.
Learning Opportunity For Owners Is Beneficial For Dogs
If you want to learn more about the behavioural aspects of dogs then I bet you there is no better place than Dog Parks.
At a dog park, you could be able to mix with people who have a great deal of experience in training dogs. This would help you gain knowledge and ideas regarding dogs. Hence proper training could be received by the owner. This is better for your dog.
Reinforcing Dog Owner Bond
Do you always remain busy?? Can you manage time for your Dog? Take your dog to the Dog Park. Slowly you will see that a good bonding is built between you and your dog. This is deemed good for your dog.
Signs That Your Dog Is Stressed At The Dog Park
You could see your dog yawn in two ways. Firstly, if you see that your dog yawns at some stimulating situations, it is an indicator that your dog is in a stressful condition. This could be identified through your dog’s facial expression of panting.
When you take your dog to a new dog Park. It would be stressful at the initial time. That time you will notice your dog starts producing extra saliva and it engages itself in frequent lip licking.
This is not considered good at all for your dog. Thus it is an indicator that your dog is not happy and cheerful at all in the dog park.
Is Your Dog Hiding At The Dog Park?
Suppose you have to take your dog to the dog park and let your dog play with other dogs. You might see strange behavior in your dog.
Your dog seems to be hiding behind some tree or other object. Driven by stress and intimidated by other dogs it might have been searching for a hiding place behind some bush or other place.
The Low Tail
A low tail is a clear indicator of stress. You would see that most of the owners are picking their dogs with their tails between their legs. This sign is an indicator that your dog is quite stressed. And this stress is not doing any good to your dog in the long run.
Many dogs do like exercising and Social Interactions, the majority of the dogs are not comfortable with it. They like to remain indoors.
You will notice that your dog barks at a high pitch Growl. You will also notice that your dog is always mouth open while biting.
It could be understood that dogs get exercise at the dog Parks. They also get to socialize with other dogs. It is beneficial for stimulating behavior back home. But recent studies tell that Dog Parks are the reason for dogs remaining annoyed all time.
It is found from the study that Dog parks are good for exercising, socialising, and bonding.
But another close and long study provides the idea that Dog Parks are not serving the ultimate purpose.
They are harming rather than any good to thee dogs as well as owner.
Hence, if you need more details on dog parks, let us know in the comment box.
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Authors & Events
Jan 04, 2022
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| 3-7 years
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A full-color storybook based on the new Thomas & Friends animated series Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go(TM) on Netflix and Cartoon Network! Includes more than 50 stickers for extra fun.Train-loving children ages 3 to 7 will be thrilled to read about the new faces and places Thomas meets on the Island of Sodor! Based on the new Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go(TM) animated series on Netflix and Cartoon Network, this beautifully illustrated paperback includes more than 50 bonus stickers!
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The Torah tells us
“On six days work may be done, but on the seventh day there shall be a Shabbos of complete rest, a sacred occasion. You shall do no work; it shall be a Shabbos of the LORD throughout your settlements.” -Leviticus (23:3)
We see from the verse the importance of finding a balance between work and the servitude of the Lord. While it is true that man must toil six days a week in order to earn his livelihood – as the Torah says in Genesis 3:19, “through the sweat of your brow you shall eat bread” – it nonetheless is the need of every human to connect to their creator, though the burden of work can at times prevent them from doing so. It would seem that this curse, the necessity to work while earning a living, is more than just a curse on the ability of man to secure his physical sustenance; rather, it is a curse on his spiritual state as well – as the burden of earning a livelihood prevents man from being with a clear mind to connect to his creator, and thus elevate his soul.
Out of his abundant mercy, God created Shabbos, a time for man to rest his brow and to take pause from the trials and tribulations of life. It is with this gift that gives humanity the ability to connect with God and build a relationship that we, both us and God, so covet. With this reflection, and the recognition of the great gift that is the Shabbos, may we take the time within our hectic week to cultivate that relationship and live in the image of God, thereby building civil society in the process.
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Adapter For Using a Torch With Propane Can
If you plan to use Adapter For Using a Torch With Propane Can, you should purchase an adapter that allows you to fill the torch with this fuel. There are a few parts of the adapter, including the coupler. Make sure to select one that is resistant to propane’s high flammability. Brass is a popular option as it combines copper’s key attributes with zinc’s strength. It is also relatively inexpensive.
The Mr. Torch is a lightweight, high-efficiency propane torch with a swirl tip that produces a flame of up to 2430 degrees F. This is slightly hotter than our third-place pick, the Ivation. This torch is great for many different applications, including light soldering, melting gold, and lighting coal. It also features an ergonomic design, a flame-adjustable knob, and a push button igniter for easy operation.
The Red Dragon VT 500,000 BTU Vapor Torch Kit is a versatile choice for torch users who frequently burn weeds, igniting coals, and treating wood. The torch’s long, two-foot hose, button-igniter, and ergonomic handle make it an excellent choice for a variety of uses. Another important feature of the VT is the broader flame.
The Smith Little Torch comes with an adapter for use with disposable oxygen or propane. This is a special-order item, and may take up to 2 weeks to ship. This adapter makes it possible to use one propane bottle for both the torch and the melter. It is easy to make, but you should check your safety first. This way, you can prevent any potential fire hazards. When working with flammable gas mixtures, you need to follow proper safety procedures.
Propane tank adapters have to be properly installed to work properly. The threaded adapter should be screwed into the nozzle and the propane tank. Before securing the adapter, test it in a pool of water. If there are bubbles, there is a leak in the adapter, so tightening the parts or glueing them together is recommended. After all, you’ll want to be safe on the job!
When refueling propane cylinders, you should carefully check the refilled cylinders for leaks. Use a kitchen scale to measure the empty and refilled propane cylinders. You don’t want the cylinder to remain on top of the refilled propane bottle. After refilling, plug in an empty 1 lb cylinder and then put it into the propane refill adapter. Make sure to tighten it without cross-threading it.
Another useful adapter is the Hot Max 24211. This solid brass adapter will allow you to use 14 or 16 oz disposable propane cylinders. The adapter also connects to standard gas grill connectors and POL/Type 1 Acme tank connectors. You can also use a disposable propane cylinder to fill a barbecue grill. This is a great alternative to a 20# tank!
Proper Adapter For Using a Torch With Propane Tank
When using a propane torch, it is important to have a proper propane torch tank adapter. The torch head is the part of the blowtorch that burns fuel stored in the torch tank. Torches can be either gas or liquid-fueled and can be used for soldering or brazing. A propane torch is often called a propane tank torch because of its fuel tank. These tanks are drained and replaced frequently.
It is best to check the propane torch tank adapter for leaks, since it can be a safety hazard. Ensure that it fits tightly into the nozzle. A good test for this type of adapter is in a pool of water. If there are significant bubbles, there is a leak somewhere in the adapter. If you notice significant bubbles, you may need to tighten or glue the parts.
This propane torch tank adapter enables you to connect a standard gas grill to a disposable propane cylinder. It can fit a disposable 14 or 16 oz propane cylinder. A gas hose connector can be used to connect the tank to an appliance. The adapter is also useful for connecting to a bbq grill. A 20-pound propane tank may be too much for the device. Fortunately, there are propane tank adapters to fit most cylinder sizes.
Using a Propane Torch Adaptor
You will need a propane torch adaptor to use a 20-pound “grill” tank with your torch. These tanks are rated for 12 years from the date of manufacture, though you can extend the life of your torch by recertifying it and filling it at a location that does not check the date stamp. Using a torch with a tank of propane can lead to a small parasitic loss of charge, which is equivalent to 1% per day.
The best propane torch for brazing is the trigger start one with a handy flame control knob and push button ignition. It is small and portable but still hot enough for goldsmithing, glassblowing, and light soldering. The torch can attach to any propane cylinder with a CGA 600 adapter handle and a US 1-inch threaded valve. The torch also includes an instruction manual and a safety warning label.
Other uses of a propane torch include plumbing. The torch’s flame can easily melt ice and snow. Most of these propane torches are made to be used in cold weather, so they have an emitter at the end of a long pipe. This allows the flame to be applied directly to the ice, despite the cold. When used with a regulator, propane gas is safer than oxygen. However, the flame can get very hot, so you should be cautious if you’re using a torch with a regulator.
If you’re thinking of buying a propane torch, you should first decide what type of use you’ll need it for. Then, consider what type of use you’ll be using it for. If it’s a one-handed tool, a smaller model may be more suitable for you. Depending on the type of torch you use, you can choose from a small torch, a one-handed model, or a large one. It will be easier to operate when the torch is small, so you can keep it handy for a single-handed job.
Acetylene to Propane Adapter For Using a Torch With Propane Can
If you’re planning on changing your gas cylinder from acetylene to propane, you may be wondering what type of adapter you’ll need. There are many different types available, but the basic one is made for B-tank cylinders, which is commonly known as the B-tank. Then, you can easily switch over to the propane-based cylinders. If you’re using propane, you’ll need a Propane-to-Acetylene cylinder adaptor, which is also called a ‘B-Tank’ adaptor.
When you use an acetylene regulator, you’ll need a larger one than a propane regulator. An example of a dedicated acetylene regulator is the Victor P-T-R regulator, which costs around 80 dollars and includes a rose bud for cutting propane. There are many brands of dedicated regulators for both acetylene and propane, and they’re usually similar. Most have a 0-60 psi output gauge, whereas there is no 15 psi red warning light. The diaphragms in a propane and acetylene regulators are the same composition.
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Renamed By Christ Part 2
July 19, 2022
Part 2 of 2
With all our defenses up, it is impossible to see ourselves the way God does. Jesus called Peter from life as a fisherman to a new life—and a new name. In this message, we listen for the new name Christ gives us. No longer are we called Anxiety, Rejection or Fear. When Christ calls someone, there’s a great exchange.
Six million Jews dead.
The monstrosity of Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich remains a stunning chapter in the pages of history. Although the power by which he hypnotized an entire nation is legendary, one question in particular begs an answer: where was the church of Christ?
Seduced by the satanic majesty of the Führer, church leaders throughout Germany allowed the swastika a prominent place alongside the Christian cross in their sanctuaries. Nationalistic pride replaced the call of God to purity, and with few exceptions the German church looked away while Adolf Hitler implemented his ‘Final Solution’ to his Jewish problem. How did this happen?
In Hitler’s Cross, Erwin W. Lutzer examines the lessons that may be learned from studying the deception of the church:
- the dangers of confusing church and state
- how the church lost its focus
- the role of God in human tragedy
- the parameters of Satan’s freedom
- the truth behind Hitler’s hatred of the Jews
- the faithfulness of God to His people who suffer for Him
- comparisons between Hitler’s rise and the coming reign of the Antichrist
- America’s hidden cross—her dangerous trends
Hitler’s Cross is the story of a nation whose church forgot its primary call and discovered its failure too late.
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Starring the special bond between sisters throughout history, with beautiful full-color illustrations, this fun and inspiring 208-page biography collection from author-illustrator Aura Lewis is perfect for fans of Rad American Women A-Z and the Women in Art/Science/Sports series.
Sisters are spectacular! They can be your biggest cheerleaders, your most trusted confidants, and your much-needed fashion advisors (as long as they’re not stealing your clothes!).
But sisterhood can also be complex: full of rivalry, jealousy, and not-so-friendly competition. From pop culture sensations like the Kardashians/Jenners to civil rights activists Coretta Scott King and Edythe Scott Bagley to tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams, these sisters—and so many others throughout history—have not only impacted art, culture, and society, but also illustrate the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.
At the end of the day, whether you’re mortal enemies or best friends, spectacular sisters will always have your back. Share this book at home or in the classroom. It's a great source for capsule biographies of a wide variety of powerful women.
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AIHM STUDENT ALLIANCE
The AIHM Student Alliance is a network of students committed to becoming interprofessional, patient-centered practitioners with a shared focus of integrative health. Through education, networking and empowerment, the AIHM Student Alliance aims to bring forth the next generation of integrative healthcare professionals.
Create a community of like-minded professionals in integrative health that supports your growth.
Access hands-on solutions for your practice and build an interprofessional referral network with global leaders.
Obtain leadership, research, and healthcare practice experience from AIHM mentors.
Public Speaking Opportunities
Develop presentation skills with peers by speaking at local chapter events, leadership meetings, and AIHM Annual conferences.
Learn from experts and speakers in integrative health and medicine. Collaborate with global leaders to advance solutions in healthcare.
Come together with like-minded individuals for fun interactive events and stimulating conversation.
A minimum of two students (co-leaders) are needed to form an official AIHM local chapter at a school/institution. Both students must be AIHM members.
AIHM STUDENT ALLIANCE
LEADERSHIP COUNCIL (SALC)
For students who seek out leadership opportunities at a national level, we invite you to apply to become part of the AIHM Student Alliance Leadership Council (SALC). AIHM SALC brings together 6 – 12 student leaders who set the AIHM student alliance goals for the year and drive national level engagement.
What is the structure of the AIHM Student Alliance Leadership Council?
The student alliance leadership council is made up of a maximum of 12 student leaders. Ideally, council seats are filled by representations from the integrative health disciplines listed below. No more than 2 representatives from any one profession can be on the leadership council at any given time.
● Naturopathic Doctor
● Midwife or Direct entry-Midwife
● Massage or Yoga Therapist
● Medical/Osteopathic Doctor
● Nurse Practitioner
● Physician Assistant/Associate
● TWM-EP (Traditional World Medicine
and Emerging Professions ): Chinese,
Ayurvedic, herbal, or homeopathic medicine, etc.
● Other health or research professions: Public Health professional (MPH), etc.
● Mental Health Professional
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
JOIN THE NATIONS BEST IMMERSIVE LEARNING
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Bulkley Valley energy company Egenolf Alternative Energy Inc. announced they received a research and development grant in early November to develop a compact Zeolite thermal energy storage system.
The company will collaborate with the College of New Caledonia Clean Tech Department on the project.
The project was funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.
Egenolf founder John Egenolf refused to comment on the story and directed any questions regarding the project and the grant to the National Research Council of Canada.
The research council did confirm Egenolf Energy received another grant of $65,000 from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program in March of this year but did not have any information regarding the grant Engeolf received in November.
In an email the research council stated the grant Egenolf received was for “stand-alone micro CHP (combined heat and power) integration and control.”
The research council refused to share any details regarding the exact nature of the project, citing the Government of Canada Disclosure policy.
Despite multiple attempts, the College of New Caledonia Clean Tech Department could not be reached for comment.
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The Insightful Immigration Blog
How are immigrants currently combating labels and stigmas and what can we do more to promote immigrant pride?
I am participating in #MoreThanALabel: Immigrant Stories, Simmons College’s online MSW Program’s campaign to promote transcending labels. By participating in this campaign, I will be sharing my thoughts and how I believe we can shatter the stigmas often attributed to immigrant communities.
As Pope Francis arrived in the United States on September 23, 2015 and was cheered by thousands in Washington DC, Sophie Cruz, a 5 year old US citizen whose parents are undocumented, came forward and handed him a t-shirt and a letter. The t-shirt read, “Pope: rescue DAPA, so the legalization would be your blessing.”
Sophie then said this later in the day:
"I believe I have the right to live with my parents. I have the right to be happy. My dad works very hard in a factory galvanizing pieces of metal. All immigrants just like my dad feed this country. They deserve to live with dignity. They deserve to live with respect.”
Young Sophie’s actions and her interaction with Pope Francis today are powerful and poignant, and perhaps more effective than the current legal team defending the lawsuit. She has shown how mean spirited the efforts have been to block DAPA. Immigrants work very hard and like her dad they “feed this country.” Pope Francis in turn wants to highlight the lack of access for migrants as one of the most pressing issues of our time. Sophie and Pope Francis have further shown how wrong Donald Trump has been in falsely claiming that undocumented immigrants from Mexico are criminals and rapists. While Trump and others wish to abolish birthright citizenship protected by the Fourteenth Amendment, Sophie and the Pope have demonstrated that repeal of birthright citizenship will result in absurd and disastrous results. Birthright citizenship renders all born in this country to be treated equally as Americans no matter who their parents are or where they came from, and it also prevents a permanent underclass from taking root that will continue for generations. The demonization of immigrants reached another nadir recently when Trump did not dissuade anti-Muslim comments in his rally and Dr. Carson categorically stated that he would never support a Muslim to be President of the United States.
In their serendipitous encounter today, Sophie and Pope Francis courageously shattered the false labels and stigmas that are associated with immigrants. It is not that people want to remain undocumented. They are forced to remain undocumented because our immigration system is terribly broken and does not afford meaningful pathways to legally come to America to work like Sophie’s dad or to unite with families. Congressional inaction in not expanding these pathways has contributed to the buildup of 12 million plus undocumented people, who work hard and contribute to the well being of America, and who now according to Trump, should all be deported. We hope that Sophie and Pope Francis reverse this deplorable trend and shine the way towards repairing America’s broken immigration system. America will only be made great again when Sophie can live without fear and succeed!
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With GraphQL and Apollo, data flow in APIs is clean, lean, and simple to master. Brought to you by Azat Mardan, best-selling author and founder of Node University, this liveVideo course will provide you with all the skills necessary to start using GraphQL and Apollo. As you build a completely self-contained application, you’ll discover firsthand how easy and effective your front-end applications can be when using GraphQL and Apollo!
about the subject
GraphQL, a data query and manipulation language, is the open source community’s answer to the growing complexity of the data landscape of front-end web applications. GraphQL’s ease of querying complex data—and returning nothing more nor less than necessary—makes it a simpler, more efficient, and flexible alternative to other web service architectures.
Built on the GraphQL specification, Apollo is a powerful set of tools and libraries which implements extensive research and feedback from the user community. Rich with features and techniques that simplify the data-layers within organizations, it makes rollouts of new deployments faster and easier.
about the video
In Learning Clientside GraphQL with Apollo
, you’ll learn the benefits of using GraphQL with Apollo and how this robust stack can solve problems that can arise when working with data from front-end APIs. You’ll gain hands-on experience as you build a self-contained voting application, complete with a database and front-end and backend applications. Your project will allow users to vote a topic up or down, propose new topics, and leave comments on topics.
what you will learn
- The benefits of GraphQL and Apollo
- The design decisions behind GraphQL and Apollo
- GraphQL queries and mutations
- URL routing and pagination
- How to set up your Apollo client
- How to create a Node GraphQL backend from scratch
- How to build a self-contained application using GraphQL and Apollo
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Productivity is key to this. It is a measure of how well resources, such as workers and money, are converted into finished goods and services. For our industry to continue its success we must become a more productive industry. The Scottish Food and Drink Federation (SFDF) and our partners in the Scotland Food & Drink partnership view increasing productivity as a top priority and are calling on firms to take the productivity challenge.
There are encouraging signs – Scottish food and drink manufacturing productivity increased by almost 6 per cent between 2013 and 2014 – but much more can be done. Given the size and scale of the industry, any food and drink productivity improvements will also have a significant impact on Scotland’s wider economy. A substantial boost in productivity growth will also lead to investment in leading edge innovation, improved technology and necessary advances in food production to ensure consumers continue to have access to sufficient, safe, affordable and nutritious food.
There is a wide range of support available for businesses looking to enhance productivity. SFDF plays its part by focusing on skills and qualifications and inspiring young people to seek a career in our industry.
Investment in workforce skills can make a significant contribution to increased productivity; as part of an effective wider business strategy, more highly skilled people produce more high value goods and services, more efficiently. However, we know that skills issues, such as an ageing workforce, talent shortages and technical and scientific skills gaps risk undermining future productivity improvements in our sector. Across the UK over a third of our workforce is due to retire by 2024 and there are insufficient skilled candidates to fill these roles. In Scotland alone, food manufacturing needs 19,000 new recruits by 2024 to meet the skills need of the sector.
We need food scientists and technologists to power new product development to meet changing consumer needs and tap into new markets; food engineers to design, implement and maintain bespoke systems to support innovation, increase efficiency and boost margins; and to enhance management skills within the sector to allow firms to make better use of available resources, including existing workforce skills. However, many young people, teachers, career advisors and parents are unaware of the varied opportunities that exist, especially in science, technology and engineering. To address this we are working with industry and education partners, through our schools work A Future in Food, to inspire Scotland’s future workforce to consider a career in food and drink.
A Future in Food, funded by the Scottish Government and supported by companies across Scotland, helps potential recruits better understand where their food comes from and how it is produced. Pupils, parents and teachers also find out about the careers available in food and drink, the routes to access them and the skills our industry requires.
As part of this, we support long-term partnerships between schools and companies to help teachers deliver the school curriculum. Using food as a context for learning, pupils can clearly understand the real-world relevance of school subjects – especially science, technology, engineering and maths. We also have 300 volunteers from across the food chain supporting career events, hosting site visits and running classroom workshops.
We also need to ensure we have the correct qualifications that support food and drink careers. SFDF is working with College Development Network, Education Scotland and the Scottish Qualifications Authority, developing and delivering new qualifications that will give new talent and current staff the skills industry needs.
Working in collaboration to support the Scottish food and drink industry on productivity and other areas is crucial to the future growth of the sector. We are working with other trade association and public sector organisation from across the food chain to ensure the future of food and drink remains bright.
David Thomson, CEO of the Scottish Food and Drink Federation
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For Immediate Release
January 15, 2018
AfroQuiz FUNraiser and Jeopardy-style Quiz Competition for Youth Return to Edmonton in 2019 Honouring Black Women for Black History Month
Edmonton, AB – The Council of Canadians of African & Caribbean Heritage (CCACH) is proud to announce the dates and theme for their annual AfroQuiz FUNraiser and 27th annual AfroQuiz trivia competition.
Back for another year of engaging and educating youth about Black History, organizers have chosen the theme ‘Black Women’ for both the FUNraising and trivia events.
“It has been a significant year for the empowerment and advancement of women around the world, and we wanted to celebrate some of the exemplary women who have made wonderful contributions to society and to the black community through our events,” said Melody Cesar, Chair of AfroQuiz. “AfroQuiz is not only a great way to honour and celebrate these remarkable women, but it also connects today’s youth with an important topic that is the centrepiece of many conversations taking place around the world today.”
The AfroQuiz competition is a free event open to the community and participants from under nine years old right up to 18 years of age. The free event is made possible through the support of the AfroQuiz FUNraiser.
“The AfroQuiz FUNraiser is an important event for CCACH as it ensures all participants and patrons are welcome to attend AfroQuiz free of charge. The competition encourages our youth to learn and explore the amazing contributions made by black women who have diverse achievements and who come from various cultural backgrounds,” said Cesar.
The AfroQuiz FUNraiser: An Evening of Storytelling and Conversations with our Sisters will feature noted guest speakers including:
- Hadiya Roderique, Canadian lawyer, writer, PhD student, and podcast host
- Mpoe Mogale, an Edmonton-based student currently undertaking research with the artists of Black Arts Matter
- Junetta Jamerson (event moderator), Top 40 Under 40 alumna, voice actor, gospel singer, and anti-racism advocate and community leader.
More speakers are also being added.
AfroQuiz 2019 FUNraiser: An Evening of Storytelling and Conversations with our Sisters
January 26, 2019 | 6 PM
Art Gallery of Alberta (2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, AB)
Ticket includes live music by MelAfrique, great conversation and food provided by Zinc.
Tickets are Available Online: http://ccach.org/afroquiz-funraiser/
- Early Bird Tickets: $60.00
On sale now until January 8, 2019
- General Admission: $75.00
After January 8, 2019
AfroQuiz Trivia Competition
Saturday, February 23, 2019 | 12 PM
Citadel Theatre (9828 101A Ave NW, Edmonton, AB)
Food and entertainment provided.
Registration is now open for students in each age category. To register, please visit http://ccach.org/afroquiz/afroquiz-2019-registration/.
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CCACH exists to undertake and support activities to enhance the social, economic and educational life of the African and Caribbean heritage communities. Since 2008, CCACH has focused its efforts on undertaking and supporting activities that enhance the social, economic and educational life of the African and Caribbean heritage communities within Canada. CCACH promotes an understanding of the benefits of cultural diversity as an integral component of Canadian life and increase awareness of our participation in and contribution to society.
Hosted by the CCACH, AfroQuiz is an annual trivia competition free for students and open to the community at large, supported by the community and attendees from the FUNraiser. AfroQuiz serves the youth of diverse cultural backgrounds in Edmonton and the greater community, with 50 participants each year. As with Jeopardy!, participants are given study material to review before the competition.
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JURIST Guest Columnist D’Arcy Kemnitz, Executive Director of the National LGBT Bar Association discusses reasons why the “gay panic” defense should be outlawed…
Just over a year ago, barely a dozen states recognized lesbian and gay marriages. Today, following a sea of change spurred on by rapidly evolving public opinion and a US Supreme Court that has permitted marriage recognition to grow, a majority of the US now provides the rights and benefits of marriage to couples both gay and straight.
This rapid extension of a fundamental legal protection to lesbian and gay Americans has left many people, including many within the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, feeling as if equality for LGBT families is sweeping the nation. In some ways, it is. In many other ways, however, LGBT people continue to face unspeakable discrimination.
As of this writing, one of the eleven or so states not yet extending marriage to same-sex couples is Mississippi. It, along with many of its neighbors in the deep south, continues to be not just an unequal place to live, but in many respects, a dangerous place, too. While couples across the country celebrate their unions, LGBT people in Mississippi have a justifiable fear for their lives.
In 2013, Marco McMillan, a candidate for mayor of Clarksdale, Mississippi, was murdered. McMillan, who was a trailblazing, openly gay political candidate in a region of the country where there are few such pioneers, was killed in an apparent homicide. In February of this year, a grand jury indicated Lawrence Reed, though a trial date has not yet been set.
When Reed’s trial does begin, however, it is entirely plausible that jurors will be told the defendant murdered McMillian simply because he was gay. Following his arrest, Reed allegedly told police he killed McMillan because the Mississippi mayoral candidate made an advance toward him. In Reed’s mind, this justified McMillan’s murder.
It’s a strategy known as the “gay and trans panic” defense, and it has been used by perpetrators of violence against LGBT people from Matthew Shepard to Marco McMillan. In 49 of our 50 states, its use is perfectly legal.
Just weeks ago, California became the first, and only, state to make use of the so-called “panic” defense illegal. Legislation signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown prohibits defendants from even attempting to convince a jury that a victim’s sexual orientation is justifiable grounds for murder.
It’s a significant step forward, but we’re only 1/50 of the way done.
Last year, the LGBT Bar, introduced a resolution [PDF] at the annual meeting of the American Bar Association (ABA), calling on all states to outlaw the use of this reprehensible “defense.” The delegates of the ABA—who represent every red and blue corner of the country and every judicial philosophy from Scalia to Ginsburg—approved our resolution without dissent. Legal professionals, regardless of their ideological leanings, understand it is never acceptable to defend violence based on who a victim is.
To most people, this will seem like a no-brainer. Indeed, in our outreach work, the LGBT Bar has found that most people do not even realize such a “defense” is permissible in any court. Yet the list of hate crimes in which perpetrators are employing its use is growing. The “panic” defense has been used, in some form, to justify the murder of Gwen Araujo, a transgender woman murdered in California; the in-school attack against Larry King; an attack on two transgender women using Atlanta’s public transit system; and the now infamous murder of Wyoming college student Matthew Shepard.
Despite the advancement of legal protections for our relationships, these cases underscore that, for too many people, there is too little protection for our lives.
That’s why the LGBT Bar is working to replicate our advances in California across the country. By working with state attorneys general and state legislators, we know we can put an end to this unconscionable courtroom tactic. Even before other laws are passed, however, judges have a clear choice, as exemplified by the ABA. They can—and should—instruct juries to disregard any use of the “panic” defense. It would dishonor the memory of victims to even silently imply that being an LGBT person is sufficient means for violence or murder.
Until more states follow California’s lead, the use of this deplorable legal tactic is likely to continue unabated.
Indeed, just this past July, another perpetrator raised the likelihood that they, too, would hide behind such a cowardly defense. A relative of the suspect in the shooting of Tiffany Edwards, a transgender woman in Cincinnati, told local media that the person accused in Edwards’s attack “gets an attitude” about gay or transgender people “trying to hit on” him. The message was clear: The shooter thought it was perfectly fine to fire a gun at someone because he didn’t like her gender identity.
As a lawyer, I am outraged by the idea that anyone would justify violence because of prejudice. As a mother, I am furious that anyone’s child—at any age—could be the target of such tactics. Marco McMillian left behind grieving parents who lost their only child. Every parent should be moved to action by his story.
Our country has rightly said that no one should be targeted for violence because of their gender, ethnicity or religious beliefs. It is past time we added the same protection for those targeted because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
That work, however, will not be easy. But it must become a priority as we realize that, even in states where our relationships can be celebrated and protected, our livelihood and lives still remain vulnerable and under attack.
Note: The opinions expressed in this article are solely the author’s.
D’Arcy Kemnitz, Executive Director, National LGBT Bar Association brings more than two decades of non-profit and social justice experience to her role as The LGBT Bar’s executive director. Kemnitz orchestrates a coalition of more than 25 local, state and regional LGBT bar associations, and dozens of LGBT law student associations. She is a distinguished graduate of the University of Wisconsin and Hamline University School of Law.
Suggested citation: D’Arcy Kemnitz, The First Step: Ending the Use of Gay and Trans Panic Defenses , JURIST – Professional, Oct. 20, 2014, http://jurist.org/professional/2014/10/D’Arcy-Kemnitz-panic-defense.php.
This article was prepared for publication by Jacqueline Jones, an Assistant Editor for JURIST Commentary service. Please direct any questions or comments to her at email@example.com
Opinions expressed in JURIST Commentary are the sole responsibility of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of JURIST's editors, staff, donors or the University of Pittsburgh.
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Commentary: Hot and humid weather may end the novel coronavirus – as well as the development of a vaccine
Cases may fall sharply by May, when temperatures in China warm up, say Dr Jyoti Somani and Professor Paul Tambyah.
SINGAPORE: The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) that infected more people in China than the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak in 2003 has now spread across the globe.
While we are learning more about the virus daily, questions are being raised about its rapid spread. One possibility is that this development could be related to climatic conditions.
CLIMATE, WEATHER AND FLU SEASONALITY
There is reason to believe that the seasonal pattern of novel coronavirus pneumonia may be similar to that of influenza infection and SARS, and thus cases may sharply fall by May, when temperatures in China warm up.
In countries with temperate climates such as China and the United States, the flu season usually starts in December with a peak in January or February, after which cases decrease.
READ: Commentary: We know more about the novel coronavirus but uncertainty remains about how virus spreads
SARS disappeared in the northern summer of 2003 and has not reappeared significantly since. This seasonality of influenza and other respiratory viruses in temperate countries is thought to be related to factors that affect infectiousness (person to person spread) such as the dryness of the air, ambient air temperature and possibly ultraviolet solar radiation.
Human factors may also contribute to the spread of influenza during the colder winters since more time may be spent indoors, presumably in closer contact with other persons.
The 2019-nCoV appears to be similar to other respiratory viruses such as influenza or the common cold (rhinovirus), which are spread by large droplets of saliva or phlegm from one person to another (either directly by cough or sneeze) or by contact. That happens when a person touches a contaminated surface and then touches his or her nose, mouth or eyes, inadvertently transmitting the virus.
In fact, studies have shown that these respiratory droplets spread farther when the air is cold and dry.
READ: Commentary: How effective are mass quarantines in China in curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus?
Studies done many years ago showed that the “regular” coronavirus (which is one of the causes of the common cold) can survive on surfaces 30 times longer in places with a temperature of 6 degrees Celsius compared to those where the temperature is 20 degrees Celsius and humidity levels are high.
More recently, scientists from Hong Kong University (HKU) including Professor Malik Peiris and Professor Seto Wing Hong showed that low temperatures and low relative humidity allowed the SARS virus to survive much longer than they would in high temperatures and humidity.
The HKU team argued that this may be the reason warm and humid Southeast Asian countries did not have SARS outbreaks, unlike Hong Kong and Singapore where in their words, there is “intensive use of air-conditioning”.
Thus, just as with influenza, the 2019-nCoV may slow down when the sun starts to shine more and the weather warms up in temperate and subtropical countries.
LESSONS FROM SARS
The SARS epidemic occurred 17 years ago and, since then, public health institutions, medical and laboratory science professionals, and the infectious diseases community are much better prepared to respond to novel and emerging infections globally.
The improvements in communications and social media are undeniable. The genetic sequence of this new type of severe pneumonia in Wuhan was shared relatively early.
This allowed countries all over the world to develop fast and accurate tests: These were not available during the initial weeks of SARS outbreak.
READ: Commentary: As a parent, I worry about my kids and the Wuhan coronavirus situation. So I’m taking action
Then, we had to depend on clinical examinations and contact tracing to determine who really was infected with SARS. Near the end of the epidemic, we were able to test everyone and we found out that we had actually missed a significant number of cases – these were only diagnosed after they had recovered.
This has been the biggest difference in that now, low-resourced countries like Nepal and Cambodia are able to conduct relatively fast and accurate diagnosis on-site without having to wait for samples to be sent overseas.
Given that the genetic information about the novel coronavirus was available even before countries had patients with the virus, many labs in advanced countries, including Singapore, are already working on blood tests for rapid detection and studying the immune response to help vaccine development. A trial to test anti-viral treatments has already been initiated in China and is being planned elsewhere.
CONTACT TRACING AND TRAVEL BANS
A basic public health approach to any outbreak is the use of contact tracing.
This means that for any patient who is found to be ill, close family members and other persons that he or she had close contact with during the incubation period will be notified that they were exposed to a sick person and quarantined for a further full incubation period, which for this novel infection is indicated to be 14 days.
During the Ebola virus outbreak of 2014, this type of contact tracing was done very manually in many settings, although there were a number of mobile applications which were piloted.
For this 2019 virus infection outbreak, much effort is being placed on high-tech contact tracing. It is too early to tell if this will be more effective, but any method to help contacts monitor themselves during the incubation period and detect symptoms may certainly help to decrease community transmission.
Public health measures including screening and quarantining are similar to what was done for SARS and the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), although there have been broader approaches to travellers without direct contact with infected patients because of the extent of community spread in China.
Given that we are not sure as to what extent asymptomatic persons can transmit the virus, many countries have decided to close their borders to Chinese nationals, as they cannot rely on temperature screening to detect who is potentially contagious and necessitating quarantine.
Many countries are also quarantining their own citizens and permanent residents returning from China, in an effort to limit introduction of this virus into the community.
During SARS, the World Health Organization (WHO) imposed global travel restrictions and advisories. When a travel restriction is in effect, a country may feel the need to quickly get the ban lifted and reduce its aggressive screening and case finding. This may have contributed to the resurgence of SARS in Toronto after the initial period of good control.
This time round, different countries have introduced their own travel restrictions which are probably more appropriate to the different situations and their relations with China.
Travel bans are always controversial as they tend to have significant unintended consequences and have to be actually instituted before the virus appears in the country. Otherwise, they are relatively pointless.
Among the concerns about the travel bans instituted this time during the coronavirus is the fact that we do not know how extensive the spread is from people without symptoms.
If this is really very widespread, then a blanket travel ban will have limited effects by now as the virus is probably silently spreading among and through most countries. Once there is documented local transmission in a country, as in Germany and the United States, the goal has to be containing the local transmission while at the same time preventing re-introduction of the virus.
Overall, the key strategy has to be good contact tracing and widespread testing so that every case can be identified, tested and treated. That way the chain of transmission can be broken and the virus stopped in its tracks even before the warm weather kicks in.
VACCINES AND DRUG TREATMENTS
Unfortunately, the current way in which drug and vaccine development in modern medicine happens is very much driven by financial considerations. Unlike for example defence or homeland security, the question that always comes up when it comes to treating and preventing human disease is: “Is this financially viable?”
LISTEN: Wuhan virus – The WHO, Singapore's infectious diseases authority and a global outbreak expert answer your burning questions
As SARS disappeared 17 years ago and MERS has only occurred sporadically, primarily in the Middle East, there has been no incentive for the pharmaceutical industry to invest the funds needed to develop appropriate drugs and vaccines.
All the interest and enthusiasm which came with SARS disappeared when the virus did not reappear after a couple of seasons. Governments had other priorities and most have actually left this part of national security to private industry.
Hence, if and when the novel coronavirus disappears in May and does not reappear next October or November, we can predict that drug and vaccine development will likely die a natural death.
That is unfortunately the way of the world and hopefully something can be done to change this. But that will require a massive global mindset change. Given the frequency with which these emerging viral infections occur, the world can ill- afford to continue along this road.
Assistant Professor Jyoti Somani, Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS and Professor Paul Ananth Tambyah, Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS and President, Asia Pacific Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infection.
Editor's Note: A previous headline to this commentary referred to hot and dry climate. This has been edited. We apologise for the error.
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The procedure of Software application Advancement includes creating code in a programming language. This process can be broken down right into different components or systems, as well as jobs are assigned to programmers individually. The software program is then evaluated and deployed in a testing atmosphere, where the QA team evaluates the functionality as well as quality of the application. It may likewise be changed as well as upgraded to satisfy the requirements of the customer. After the testing phase, the software awaits production. The following step in the procedure is the launch stage, which includes deploying the software program in a production environment.
Along with understanding which programming language to use, a designer ought to also have a general knowledge of various technological systems and also frameworks. While a growth group should have a wide knowledge of these tools, it must not exceed the limits and must not utilize technologies that do not assist the job accomplish its maximum efficiency. By adhering to the guidelines as well as laws of a software application advancement firm, a developer can anticipate a higher-quality product faster. The key is to comprehend what’s required from them and to plan for this beforehand.
Feature-driven development breaks down development tasks right into smaller activities that are more convenient by a team. The process is based on pre-defined criteria and also best practices, and also a lead designer is crucial in the process. The process also allows for large groups to work with several jobs simultaneously. It also stresses documentation and also interaction. However, it is necessary to recognize that a Feature-driven advancement procedure requires extensive documents as well as communication in between employee.
In addition to the basic software application growth, there are likewise a number of sub-types. As an example, ingrained systems development describes developing software application for non-computer gadgets, like the Web of Things. Similarly, database and network safety are various other sub-categories of software development. Various other software application classifications include cloud computing, network safety, and also data source advancement. Business make use of different software program development methods, varying from waterfall to Agile-based techniques. The major distinction in between these techniques is that in the former, the programmers compose the code, while the developers obtain guidelines from the Software program Developers.
Active software application development is a progressively prominent approach for developing new software. The incremental version is based upon the falls version and also includes repeating the falls procedure, including more functions and also functionality in between each cycle. This method allows software program to overlap development cycles. However, it is not ideal for large tasks. In this case, the software application growth life cycle procedure can be made use of to establish software program with a differing variety of individuals. Its benefits consist of high performance and also lowered price.
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The history of software application advancement and also the history of computers are very closely connected. The earliest computer systems were mechanical machines, called analog computer systems. A system of holes in cards directed the impend’s pattern. This very early type of programs languages is still made use of today, including C++, Java, and Swift. Every one of these languages were developed for specific jobs, such as constructing software program for computer systems. With the arrival of computer systems, software application development has developed substantially. A software program developer’s work is to translate the instructions right into a program that can work on a range of platforms.
Developers have a lot more to use than just software program knowledge. Their understanding right into business needs as well as goals can improve the item. An entrepreneur must motivate their workers to share their suggestions to enhance the item. An effective service will be one that cultivates this kind of collaboration. If a software application programmer understands the objectives and also vision of the business, they will be able to broaden their point of views and also code with greater purpose. You can do this by executing software application growth processes that are built around the business’s goals.
Nimble development strategies are a crossbreed of dexterous and waterfall approaches. Agile utilizes nimble approaches, however a waterfall model isn’t necessarily the most effective for your job. It can be extremely effective, however it can be really inflexible. If you intend to change the extent of your job, you may wind up losing valuable time and also resources. This approach is not for everybody. It can be costly, take a very long time, as well as may also endanger the high quality of your product.
Active methods urge collaboration amongst staff member. Software program engineers share a typical objective: to produce a better item. By working with more developers, you’ll have a greater opportunity of finishing the job extra successfully. Dexterous approaches urge collaboration and reduce rework. They additionally boost your team’s efficiency and spirits. If you are serious about software application growth, you can locate the very best resources to work on your task. If you’re looking for a teaching fellowship in an agile advancement team, you can find one below.
The Software Development Life Process is a structured procedure that includes several distinctive steps. The process is targeted at generating the best quality software program possible at the lowest price. It also entails an extensive plan for the software system’s advancement. It also enables you to prioritize modifications as well as see to it you’re meeting the task’s objectives. For instance, PayPal underwent numerous stages in order to present its brand-new in-context check out approach. These phases are all part of SDLC. More help
Prototyping is an indispensable part of the growth process. A model is a simplified variation of an application that permits the software program developer to evaluate keynotes before implementing the end product. It can likewise be shown to stakeholders to gather responses. Prototyping saves money and time as it avoids pricey rewrites of code. The software growth team need to work in parallel with the customer’s requirements. However if they don’t, they may end up with a poorly-engineered application.
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Enhancing the capability of the brain and improving various cognitive functions has been the quest of humanity for a long time. The idea of using a magic pill to alter the chemistry of the brain and somehow get superhuman mental capacity is not new. Natural alternative medicines have proof of the existence of substances in nature that stimulate the brain neurons. Indian as well as Chinese medicines have their own naturally-derived stimulants that more than 5000 years old.
Today these ancient natural extracts are popular as nootropics. Just like any other supplement, their synthetic versions are also available. Known as smart drugs on the Internet, synthetic nootropics are still not backed by enough medical findings to support their cognitive-enhancing effects. If you are confused between the choice of natural vs. synthetic nootropics, then this discussion on https://observer.com/2021/01/best-nootropics/ may assist you.
Benefits of Natural Nootropics
Every nootropic is different in its working mechanism. According to experts, all-natural and synthetic nootropics follow one of the three mechanisms:
- Create conditions for improved production of brain cells
- Increase the level of neurotransmitters
- Coaxing the blood flow to the brain more efficient
- Now when the working mechanism of the natural and synthetic nootropics is the same, then how one chooses between the two.
Once you understand the similarities and differences between both types of nootropics, you can easily make a choice.
Natural vs. Synthetic Nootropics-The Similarities
Both natural, as well as synthetic nootropics, seem to provide the benefits of improved cognitive capabilities as they claim. Many young professionals and students are known to use these enhancers to improve their efficiency. Around the world, people are using nootropics for clearer and faster thinking, enhanced memory, and a stronger ability to focus.
Dopamine Brain Food, Serotonin Brain Food, and Krill Oil are some of the examples of natural nootropics that are used by people to benefit their brain. There are others who depend on synthetic versions of the smart drug for similar benefits like Aniracetam, Modafinil, and Adderall.
The similarity between both the versions of nootropics is that they both work.
Natural vs. Synthetic Nootropics-The Differences
The first and foremost difference is that natural nootropics are extracted from nature with no synthetic component whatsoever. Synthetic nootropics are man-made drugs with no plant-based ingredient. Another major difference is that when both the versions are taken in the same dosage, synthetic nootropics are more effective. From their very definition nootropics are supposed to be safe, smart drugs but some of the synthetic versions like Adderall are found to have side effects over long-term use.
The effectiveness of both natural as well as synthetic nootropics is proven. There are millions of people who rely on these smart drugs to preserve the neurons in the brain and increase levels of neurotransmitters that directly transcend into improved cognitive and mental capabilities. While the side effects of synthetic nootropics are known to be little, you are still advised to go with natural alternatives.
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By now, we’re all aware of the need to stay inside as much as possible. That means less trips to the grocery store, which could deplete your protein stash. But, not to worry! We’ve got you covered – or should we say, “cupboard.” Below are some great sources of protein that you just might have hanging around your pantry.
It may be tough, but it packs a wallop in the protein department. We’re talking 33g per 100g serving. Just be sure to have some H2O handy after this salty snack.
One can packed in water provides 32g of protein. You can even share the benefits with your feline friends.
Nuts and seeds
Want the scoop? Well, you’ll be pleased to know that your trips to the bulk bins have paid off. Peanuts lead the pack with 26g of protein per 100g serving, while almonds, pistachios and cashews aren’t far behind with 21g, 20g and 18g, respectively. Pumpkin and chia seeds aren’t trailing, either. Pepitas are pumped with 19g, and your favorite pudding pal will provide you with 17g. If you don’t have the straight source, butters will do – just be careful with any added sugar.
Add to a salad, puree into a hummus, or roast for a crunchy snack – chickpeas can be quite versatile. You’ll be pleased to know that there’s 19g of protein in 100g of chickpeas.
They’re not just the musical fruit. Beans are also a great source of protein. Great for dips, burgers and even brownies, black beans come out on top with 15g per 100g serving. Edamame is a close second with 13g, while kidney beans can beef up your chili with 8g.
Overnight or the morning after, steel cut oats provide 13g of protein per 100g serving. Sprinkle in some of those chia seeds for an even bigger boost.
The cold weather hasn’t let up, so why not keep warm with some lentil soup? These little buddies bring 9g of protein per 100g serving, and they’re just so versatile!
Not only is it fun to say, but it’ll also give you 4g of protein per 100g serving. Sub it on the side for rice or make it the main event in a delicious quinoa bake.
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Electric arc flash is one of the most serious and least understood electrical hazards. An electric arc (sometimes referred to as “electrical flashover”) is a continuous electric discharge of high current which flows through an air gap between conductors. This generates a very bright ultra-violet light as well as intensive heat. An arc flash is typically caused by a short circuit. This is sometimes due to a technical failure of electrical equipment (e.g. improper installation, dust, corrosion, surface impurities and sometimes simply due to normal wear and tear). However, in the majority of cases, short circuits are the result of a human error (e.g. caused by a worker touching a test probe to the wrong surface or from a slipped tool).
WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF ELECTRIC ARC FLASH?
Depending on the severity of the arc flash, a function of arc current and the duration of the arc, and dependant on the distance from the arc, it can lead to:
The consequences for people working on or close to energized electric equipment will primarily depend on the amount of Incident Energy received at the body surface, which depends on its distance from the arc. The primary concern for the exposed person is skin burns.
WHEN DOES ELECTRIC ARC FLASH OCCUR?
Electric arc flash can occur whenever and wherever electrical equipment is live. During maintenance or repair, if for any reason the equipment cannot be made “dead”, then an electric arc can occur.
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We need stories to make sense of the world around us. Nowadays, with all the distractions out there, the idea of ‘story’ is more important than ever.
We can help you with this! We have been helping people communicate their story for many years.
If you’re a filmmaker looking to collaborate with us, please check out the ‘collaboration’ page.
People are spending less and less time reading from screens.
A short and concise video is a great way to communicate key information, to the wider public, a well as internally.
If you'd like to find out about how we can help you, please get in touch.
Story - driving strategy & direction
As a leader within an organisation, sometimes it's hard to see the wood for the trees. Particularly when firefighting is the default mode of operation.
Before considering about how we communicate with the outer world, it is key for us to know our own story. As individuals, this gives us a direction, and on an organisational sense, having a clear story helps to drive and inspire a team.
We provide consultancy in this area, and can provide workshops, facilitation days etc. to help organisations to focus on their own story.
Video Production Training
The basics of film / video production are simple, and in many cases, the basics are all that are required.
With a smartphone, and some basic editing software, you can create very effective films, whether for personal or professional uses.
James and Michael are experienced instructors, have taught video production for years, at third level and in professional environments, and training in video production is a service
Feenish provides in house training for clients.
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CNBC - September 10, 2020
Most voters in six 2020 swing states do not consider either President Donald Trump or Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden mentally fit to be president, according to a new CNBC/Change Research poll.
The findings in the pivotal states of Arizona, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin were released Thursday amid a sustained push by the Trump campaign to portray Biden as incapable of handling the demands of office. Most respondents in those states, which will play a huge role in determining the presidential election winner, do not have confidence in Trump’s ability to take on the job, either.
A 51% majority said Trump is mentally unfit to be president, while 49% answered that he is fit to hold the job. A similar share, by a 52% to 48% margin, responded that Biden is mentally unfit to be president. ...
Read full report at CNBC
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Don’t waste time! College/Academic reading is different from other types of reading. In college read for the purpose of assignment.
Ask: What is the reason I am reading this text? Is it for discussion, for learning new vocabulary or concepts, to learn a skill so I can apply it to work or a project? This will determine your approach and level of engagement.
Reading Guide for
Purpose: _____________ (ie. Discussion) Insider knowledge___________ (ie.Professors use discussion to help students understand and articulate their knowledge about a subject and their values and beliefs about a topic. Also, discussions are used to develop the skills of listening, taking perspectives and defending beliefs using the text, prior knowledge and experience, and logic/reason.)
The assignment says: “Read this article and be prepared to discuss the author’s conclusion and her three key approaches. Chose the approach that best aligns with your career values.”
So, how should you read these articles and prepare for class?
Answer: ____________ (ie. Skim It = Read the first paragraph or two AND the last paragraph to capture the main idea. Let your eyes look at bold or italicized words, headings or illustrations. Can you define the words and understand what they mean? Read the first and last sentence of each paragraph. Most good writers use a paragraph break to introduce a sub point or reason. So, collect the main points and sub points. Slow down if something resonates or causes a reaction and ask why? Then, decide if you agree or disagree with the author.) This chart might help.
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My 2014 predictions are finally complete. If Open Source equals collaboration or credibility, 2013 has been nothing short of spectacular. As an eternal optimist, I believe 2014 will be even better:
- Big data’s biggest play will be in meatspace, not cyberspace. There is just so much data we produce and give away, great opportunity for analytics in the real world.
- Privacy and security will become ever more important, particularly using Open Source, not closed. Paradoxically, this is actually good news as Open Source shows us again, transparency wins and just as we see in biological systems, the most robust mechanisms do so with fewer secrets than we think.
- The rise of “fog” computing as a consequence of the Internet of Things (IoT) will unfortunately be driven by fashion for now (wearable computers), it will make us think again what have we done to give up our data and start reading #1 and #2 above with a different and more open mind. Again!
- Virtualization will enter the biggest year yet in networking. Just like the hypervisor rode Moore’s Law in server virtualization and found a neat application in #2 above, a different breed of projects like OpenDaylight will emerge. But the drama is a bit more challenging because the network scales very differently than CPU and memory, it is a much more challenging problem. Thus, networking vendors embracing Open Source may fare well.
- Those that didn’t quite “get” Open Source as the ultimate development model will re-discover it as Inner Source (ACM, April 1999), as the only long-term viable development model. Or so they think, as the glamor of new-style Open Source projects (OpenStack, OpenDaylight, AllSeen) with big budgets, big marketing, big drama, may in fact be too seductive. Only those that truly understand the two key things that make an Open Source project successful will endure.
- AI recently morphed will make a comeback, not just robotics, but something different AI did not anticipate a generation ago, something one calls cognitive computing, perhaps indeed the third era in computing! The story of Watson going beyond obliterating Jeopardy contestants, looking to open up and find commercial applications, is a truly remarkable thing to observe in our lifespan. This may in fact be a much more noble use of big data analytics (and other key Open Source projects) than #1 above. But can it exist without it?
- Finally, Gen Z developers discover Open Source and embrace it just like their Millennials (Gen Y) predecessors. The level of sophistication and interaction rises and projects ranging from Bitcoin to qCraft become intriguing, presenting a different kind of challenge. More importantly, the previous generation can now begin to relax knowing the gap is closing, the ultimate development model is in good hands, and can begin to give back more than ever before. Ah, the beauty of Open Source…
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Adrenal gland cancer is a rare type of cancer that occurs in the glands on top of the kidneys (adrenal glands).
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The specialists of Tufts Medical Center's Division of Pediatric Urology diagnose and treat the complete range of disorders of the urinary and genital organs. Learn more and request an appointment. More information about programs and services
Experts at Tufts Medical Center in Boston gently and effectively treat every infection and tumor of the urological tract and genitalia, as well as infections of the kidneys and bladder. More information about programs and services
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The Dodd-Frank financial reform bill gave us the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, designed to protect consumers from predatory lending. So how about a Consumer Pharmaceutical Protection Bureau to protect us from predatory drugmakers? That’s pretty much what Hillary Clinton proposed today in the wake of outrage over the 500 percent increase in the cost of EpiPens. Her proposed agency would be empowered to investigate price hikes for old drugs:
Should an excessive, outlier price increase be determined for a long-standing treatment, Hillary’s plan would make new enforcement tools available, including:
- Making alternatives available and increasing competition: Directly intervening to make treatments available, and supporting alternative manufacturers that enter the market and increase competition, to bring down prices and spur innovation in new treatments.
- Emergency importation of safe treatments: Broadening access to safe, high-quality alternatives through emergency importation from developed countries with strong safety standards.
- Penalties for unjustified price increases to hold drug companies accountable and fund expanded access: Holding drug makers accountable for unjustified price increases with new penalties, such as fines — and using the funds or savings to expand access and competition.
In combination with her broader, previously announced prescription drug plan — which addresses the costs facing consumers from both long-standing and patented drugs — these new tools to address price spikes for treatments available for many years will lower the burden of prescription drug costs for all Americans.
EpiPens are hardly the first case of this happening. We’ve seen it many times before, and Republicans and Democrats alike join in a familiar dance: outrage, congressional hearings, and demands that this kind of price gouging end. But that’s it. Congress has no actual power to do anything, and eventually the attention dies away.
So now Hillary Clinton is suggesting that Congress do more. Instead of cheap grandstanding, create an agency with the power to actually do something. Republicans will rush to agree, right? Because they always claim to be as outraged by this stuff as Democrats. Right?
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Correlation of Neurocognitive Disorders, FASD, TBI and Social Reciprocity
By Dr. Ronald S. Federici, Board Certified Developmental Neuropsychologist
Professor of Pediatrics , Neurology and Psychiatry-Military School of Medicine
While the role of the Developmental Neuropsychologist is to evaluate intellectual-cognitive, memory processing, learning aptitude, and problem-solving strategies, a critical duty may actually be in the evaluation of a child’s emotional integrity and perception of relationships. The interplay between neurocognitive development and emotions encompasses basic neurobiology which suggests that human emotions, reactions, interactions and attachments may be strongly mediated by a combination of genetic, neurochemical, neurocognitive and environmental factors. As there has been a tremendous amount of discussion regarding “attachment disorders” in the post-institutionalized child, the current psychological research focuses almost solely on the effects of deprivation and abandonment and the creation of an “attachment disorder” without a more detailed understanding of the role of innate neurocognitive functioning.
While abandonment and institutionalization most certainly has a profound impact on a child’s ability to develop trust, bonding and security in newly adoptive relationships, an emphasis needs to be placed on the integrity of the post-institutionalized child’s higher-level neurocognitive abilities with a comprehensive assessment regarding the availability of “innate skills” needed for bonding, attachment and the development of appropriate social-interactional and reciprocal behaviors. While many children with post-institutionalized attachment disorders may display a combination of unattached or even indiscriminant behaviors (Ames, 1997), many post-institutionalized children display a very intense pattern of behavioral dyscontrol; aggression and violence; destructiveness to self and others; a lack of cause-and-effect thinking; indiscriminant affections to strangers as evidenced by being inappropriately demanding and clingy; or a pattern of social withdrawal, isolation and maintaining a self-stimulating posture. A principle complaint from parents adopting an older child is that the child may be out of synchrony with their environment resulting in difficulties in providing management, structure and organization.
The concept of a “neuropsychologically-based attachment disorder” seems most appropriate for many post-institutionalized children, particularly the child who shows a history of high risk pre and post-natal factors which may have influenced neurocognitive development. For example, there is a documented interaction between growth parameters and neurologic competence in profoundly deprived institutional children assessed in Romanian institutions (Johnson and Federici et.al., 1999). Children who have shown documented medical and neurological impairments along with extended time in institutional settings typically display very pronounced impairments in the development of appropriate social-interactional skills. Combined with suspected impairments in neuropsychological abilities, behavioral patterns can often be quite aberrant and intense in nature, often overwhelming the newly adoptive family.
Therefore, it seems only appropriate to broaden the horizon when assessing children for bonding, attachment or general psychological dysfunction by including a comprehensive assessment of neurocognitive abilities or deficit patterns. As children from institutional settings are at highest risk for medical, neuropsychological and emotional problems, an assessment of only the psychological or behavioral manifestations provides only a partial understanding of the adjustment issues which often produce tremendous stress on the newly adoptive families and treatment providers attempting to intervene and provide services (Johnson, 1997; Federici, 1999).
Careful differential diagnosis regarding neuropsychological versus psychosocially-based attachment disorder can help provide newly adoptive families with better parameters of understanding the post institutionalized child. Additionally, neuropsychological and neurocognitive rehabilitation approaches should typically supersede solely psychological or psychiatric/pharmacological therapies as providing direct interventions and increasing speech and language, sensory-motor, abstractive logic and reasoning and, of greatest significance, visual-perceptual analytic abilities. These brain behavior interventions strengthen the post-institutionalized child’s ability to adequately “perceive” and process human relationships, emotions, facial expressions, social cues, and the necessary sequential “steps” needed to move towards a more healthy level of bonding and attachment. Too often, children from institutional settings are quickly categorized as having either a “reactive attachment disorder” or modicum of psychiatric syndromes ranging from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, varying types of depression and anxiety conditions or, very commonly, oppositional and conduct disorders or even autism/pervasive developmental disorders. While many of these psychiatric patterns may be co-morbid conditions, there needs to be a very aggressive but yet conservative approach in assessing the post-institutionalized child. Rank ordering developmental disabilities of the child as opposed to relying solely on the assessment of families or treatment providers may avoid misleading diagnoses and nonproductive therapeutic interventions.
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Bowlby, J. (1951). Maternal Care and Mental Health. World Health Organization Monograph Number 2. Geneva: World Health Organization
Cermak, S. and Daunhauer, L. (1997). Sensory Processing in the Post-Institutionalized Child. The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 51, 500-507
Doolittle, Teri (1995). The Long-Term Effects of Institutionalization on the Behavior of Children From Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet Union. The Post: Parent Network for the Post-Institutionalized Child, March
Federici, Ronald S. (1998). Help for the Hopeless Child: A Guide for Families (With Special Discussion for Assessing and Treating the Post-Institutionalized Child
Federici, Ronald S. (1997). Institutional Autism: An Acquired Syndrome. The Post: Parent Network for the Post-Institutionalized Child, November, Volume Fourteen
Galler, J. and Ross, R. (1998). Malnutrition and Mental Development. The Post: The Parent Network for the Post-Institutionalized Child; Volume 6: 1-7
Immigration and Naturalization Service (1998), Immigrant Orphans Admitted to the United States by Country of Origin or Region of Birth, 1989-1998. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Department of Justice
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Johnson, D.E. (1997). Adopting the Institutionalized Child: What Are the Risks? Adoptive Families, 30, 26-29.
McGuinness, T. (1998). Risk and Protective Factors in Children Adopted From the Former Soviet Union. The Post: Parent Network for the Post-Institutionalized Child:8, 18, 1-5
Miller, L. and Klein, Gittleman, M. (1995). Developmental and Nutritional Status of Internationally Adopted Children. Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, 149, 40-44
Rutter, M. (1998). Developmental Catch Up and Deficit Following Adoption After Severe Global Early Privation. English and Romanian Adoptees (ERA) Study Team. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 39, 465-476
Rutter, M. (1999). Quasi-Autistic Patterns Following Severe Early Global Privation. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatric (In Press)
Zeanah, C., Mammen, O. and Lieberman, A. (1993) Disorders of Attachment, In C.H. Zeanah (ed.): Handbook of Infant Mental Health (PP.332-349), New York, Guilford Press
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There are three main goals of reconstructive plastic surgery. These goals are to promote healing, restore form and restore function.
Individuals may require reconstructive surgery for wounds sustained from any number of reasons such as trauma, prior surgery, tissue infection, burns, and cancers. For those requiring reconstructive surgery of a wound, a thorough wound assessment will assist in obtaining the ideal reconstruction.
A wound assessment considers the following characteristics of the wound:
Evaluation of the tissue components of the wound allows the surgeon to determine whether or not the wound will require coverage. Tissue that is vascular and durable generally does not require coverage. This may include muscle, dermis and subcutaneous tissue.
Tissue that dessicates (dries up), gets injured or gets infected requires coverage. Tissues requiring coverage include tendon, nerve, vessel, bone, and prosthesis.
Understanding the etiology of the wound may be important for preoperative, operative and postoperative intervention. Possible wound etiologies include:
Once an assessment of the wound has been completed the method of reconstruction can be decided. Knowing that the overriding goals are to promote wound healing, restore form and restore function, a surgeon will consider the reconstructive options that best meet these goals while providing the best cosmetic result possible.
The available methods of reconstructive plastic surgery may be thought of as a hierarchy of options that range from least invasive to most invasive including:
-Healing by secondary intention
This reconstructive ladder begins at the bottom with the least invasive method of reconstruction which is healing by secondary intention. This means that basic wound care is provided but the wound is left to heal on its own. It is not even sutured closed.
Wounds that require healing by secondary intention are:
-Wounds to large for primary closure (suturing the wound edges together)
A wound may be closed by primary closure if three end objectives will be met:
1. The sutures will bring the wound edges together without tension
2. Primary closure of the wound will not distort adjacent structures
3. Primary closure of the wound will not alter function
If a defect is too large for primary closure and closing the wound by secondary intention will leave to large of a scar then a skin graft is the next least invasive method of reconstruction. However, a skin graft is only a viable option if the wound bed is clean and vascular and located at an area that is immobile.
If a skin graft is not a viable option because it would not survive or would result in an unacceptable appearance, then the next least invasive option is a local flap. A local flap covers the wound with the tissue immediately adjacent to the wound. There are several techniques used in local flap closure. The technique used is the one that will create the best cosmetic results.
A local flap is not possible in some situations. The defect may be too large for a local flap, or the local skin is injured or infected and cannot be used. Perhaps the defect requires bulk, muscle, fascia or bone. In some cases the flap reconstruction needs a specific blood supply (called a pedicle).
If a local flap is not possible then a regional flap will be used. A regional flap uses pieces of tissue from the most appropriate area of the body and the tissue flap is then transferred to the wound with the blood supply (pedicle) still intact.
There are cases in which the regional flap vessels will not reach the wound or the regional flap tissue has already been used at a previous surgery or is itself injured. If a regional flap is not possible then a free flap will be used to reconstruct the wound. A free flap has been disconnected from its original blood supply and microvascular surgery is used to reconnect the flap of tissue to its new blood supply within the wound bed.
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NIALL MCLAUGHLIN – BISHOP EDWARD KING CHAPEL
Architect – Niall McLaughlin Architects
“1-External” Niall McLaughlin Architects
“1-Internal” Nick Kane
Descrizione del progetto
Ripon Theological College sought a new chapel to serve the college community and a small order of nuns. The brief asked for a space that would accommodate the range of worshipping needs of the two communities in an antiphonal arrangement, suitable for both communal gatherings and personal prayer.
On the site is a large beech tree on the brow of the hill. Facing away from the beech and the buildings behind, a ring of mature trees on high ground overlooks a valley. This clearing has a particular character, full of wind, light and rustling leaves. We sought to capture this within the building.
The starting point for this project was the word ‘nave’. The word describes the central space of a church, but shares the same origin as ‘navis’, a ship, and also means the still centre of a turning wheel. Stillness, amidst movement seemed to embody the preparation for priesthood. From this, two architectural images emerged. The first is the hollow in the ground as a meeting place of the community. The second is the ship-like structure floating above the tree canopy, a gathering place for light and sound. We used the geometry of the ellipse to reflect the idea of the exchange between perfect and imperfect at the centre of Christian thought. To construct an ellipse the stable circle plays against the line. It is about movement back and forth. The movement, inherent in the geometry, is expressed in the chapel by the perimeter ambulatory. One can walk around the chapel, looking into the brighter space in the centre.
The chapel, seen from the outside, is a single stone enclosure. We used Clipsham stone which is sympathetic to the existing limestone buildings nearby. The base of the chapel and ancillary structures are clad in regular courses of ashlar stone. The upper section of the chapel is dressed in cropped walling stone, laid in a dog-tooth bond. The chapel wall is surmounted by a halo of stone fins. The roof and internal frame are self-supporting and independent of the external walls.
The internal timber structure is made of glulaminated spruce sections. This structure expresses the geometrical construction of the ellipse, a ferrying between centre and edge with straight lines. As one moves around the chapel, an unfolding rhythm interplays between the columns and the simple elliptical walls beyond. The chapel can be seen as a ship in a bottle, the hidden nave.
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Easy-to-peel boiled eggs
Eggs provide an affordable option for an important source of protein, but not all eggs are considered equal. A recent study published in the journal Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria compared overall quality and nutritional composition between organic and conventionally produced eggs. Organic eggs came out on top with larger yolks and more macronutrients of sodium and potassium.
There are many theories about how to cook the perfect boiled egg and perfection depends a bit on personal preference. But this recipe, adapted from a recent issue of Cook’s Illustrated Magazine, results in truly easy-to-peel hard boiled eggs, which sometimes feels like a pipe dream to achieve. The trick is using a steamer basket instead of boiling, and make sure you leave the eggs in the ice bath until you peel them.
- Steamer basket of choice: either a bamboo steamer basket or a metal veggie steamer basket will work
- Pot large enough to house steamer basket
- Large bowl for ice bath
- 1 dozen eggs (or however many will fit in your steamer basket)
- Water and ice
- Fill pot with enough water to boil, but make sure the water does not submerge the bottom of the steamer basket.
- Bring to a boil
- Add eggs to steamer basket in the pot, cover with pot lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and let cook for 13 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, prepare the ice bath by combining equal parts of water and ice. Use at least 2 cups of each but if you’re boiling a big batch of eggs, you’ll need to increase this amount. There needs to be enough ice bath to completely submerge eggs.
- At 13 minutes, turn off the heat and transfer eggs from steamer basket to ice bath. Let sit for at least 15 minutes. If ice melts quickly, add more. The water needs to be very cold when you peel the eggs.
- Peel eggs straight out of the ice bath. Rinse off any remaining egg shell bits and serve or store in the fridge.
Banner Photo Credit: Danielle Macinnes
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Where: The Sustainable Innovation Forum will take place in the Stade de France in Paris.
When: 7th and 8th of December.
Who: More than 750 attendees will meet decision makers from around the globe, from 43 countries. There will also be over eighty speakers including country ministers, CEO’s and internationally renowned thought leaders. The event is hosted by Climate Action and UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme). Prominent speakers include Achim Steiner, Executive Director of the UNEP and Under-Secretary-General of the United National, President Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, President of Iceland and Dr Ernest Moniz, Secretary of Energy, USA.
Why: The Sustainable Innovation Forum provides an opportunity for individuals from business, government, finance, UN, NGO and civil society to come together to help business innovation bring scale to the emerging green economy and accelerate low carbon innovation. The forum is a large scale networking event for industry leaders, allowing collaboration and idea sharing.
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I saw this tweet from Matt Yglesias (@mattyglesias) a few days ago, then read the linked blog:
Really odd thing about this is an NHS model for cars would work fine: http://t.co/p4bDuLFTCA
— Matt Yglesias (@mattyglesias) May 17, 2014
Recommended. The LA Times follows up here, pointing out that we’ve reached “Peak Freakonomics” where our two authors seem to have run out of innovative ways at looking at subjects and should probably try to find a new niche to market.
But I was thinking about Yglesias’s proposition: What if the government bought your cars for you? How would that work? So here’s a thought experiment for that:
First, no frills. No leather seats, no iPhone dock, no super-quiet engine. There’s nothing wrong with those sorts of luxuries, but taxpayers won’t swing for them, so they’re out. If you want a DVD player for your kids to watch a movie, you have to spring for that yourself.
Second, how much will you be using your vehicle? Look, the government will be happy to give you a car to transport you places, but does it need to be idle all night while you sleep? Do you need to have it sit on your corporate campus for nine hours while you’re at work?
It would probably be cheaper for the government to pay for a chauffeur who would drive you to work, then go drive other people who needed rides, then pick you up after your shift. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be the same chauffeur!
Third, what if it’s not a one-person vehicle? Why should the chauffeur drive you and you alone to your destination when there are probably quite a few people who work where you work, or who would like to shop at that mall? Single-occupancy vehicles are wasteful and cause traffic jams. The government could streamline things by carrying several people at once.
Larger vehicles would be called for, ones with the capacity to move lots of people around. Perhaps some sort of schedule could be devised (and routes established) to maximize the movement of users.
Fourth, what about free-loaders? Obviously, there are those who want a car just for the thrill of driving. Would the American taxpayer be willing to subsidize that sort of purely-pleasurable but unproductive pastime? Considering how they act when food-stamp recipients buy soda, I doubt it.
Perhaps some sort of small co-pay could be required to discourage joy riding. We could call it a “fare.”
And you know where that takes us? To public transportation, which is certainly not perfect but is still used by millions of people every day. How would the Freakonomics guys feel if we increased its funding? I wish my transit system had more dollars.
Because the government is never going to allow people to walk into a car dealership and pick out any car they like. It’s ridiculous to even offer that as a thought experiment. But if the government thinks it’s important for people to have access to a minimum standard of health care, they will work that out. And if the government thinks people should be able to move around a community without driving a car of their own, they’ll work that out, too.
It won’t be extravagant, but it might make your society run better.
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Re-entry Support Project, Community College of Philadephia
Posted by Community College of Philadelphia on April 6, 2015
THE REENTRY SUPPORT PROJECT
Community College of Philadelphia
What is the Reentry Support Project (RSP)?
RSP’s mission is to assist new and continuing Community College of Philadelphia students with criminal records with overcoming barriers to their higher education and community reintegration success.
What Can the Reentry Support Project Do for Me?
RSP assists students who qualify for its services with every step of the admissions and financial aid processes!
RSP offers qualified applicants the opportunity to enroll in its Reach College Campus Program. The 2015 summer Reach program begins May 11th and ends July 27th = 10 weeks. Students take 3 college classes, attend work-shops, and receive transportation support and other benefits. Applications are being accepted through April 24th!
Applicants who don’t qualify for RSP services are referred to other College offices and/or community partners!
Who Can Qualify for Reentry Support Project Services?
To qualify for RSP services, an applicant must (no exceptions):
Have a Philadelphia residential mailing address
Possess a GED or high school diploma as of March 1st, 2015
Be at least 24 years old as of January 1st, 2014
Be legally single, widowed, separated, or divorced
Have been unemployed or earned limited income in 2014 (approx. $10,000 or less)
Have full US citizenship status and be English language proficient
Not have any default federal student loans from previous college, trade, or business school attempts
Be eligible to receive financial aid from Community College of Philadelphia (past enrollment may affect this)
Not already possess an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or graduate degree
Be on county, state, or federal probation or parole when starting classes (acceptable if it ends while enrolled)
Not have any convictions for violent sex offenses or arson
Not have any open, active cases in the US
Not be on house arrest
Not be incarcerated in a Philadelphia Prison System work release facility
If I Qualify for Reentry Support Project Services, What Should I Do Next?
If you meet ALL qualifications, you should call the RSP office at (267) 299-5979. Do not hang up if no one answers! Instead, leave your name and phone number. Speak clearly. Someone will return your call within 1 week to do a phone screening and set up an application appointment. All applicants to the College through our office will be con-sidered for enrollment in the Reach College Program. Students who cannot qualify will be assisted with enrolling as regular admission students. Note that our office does not accept walk-in appointments.
The Reentry Support Project is an initiative of the Fox Rothschild Center for Law and Society at Community College of Philadelphia. It is supported by a Predominately Black Institutions US Dept of Education grant and a PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency Byrne Justice Assistance grant.
Get on Your Pathway to Reentry Success!
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Night was coming on and Pinocchio, remembering that he had eaten nothing all day, began to feel a gnawing in his stomach that very much resembled appetite.
After a few minutes his appetite had become hunger and in no time his hunger became ravenous.
Poor Pinocchio ran quickly to the fireplace, where a saucepan was boiling, and was going to take off the lid to see what was in it, but the saucepan was only painted on the wall. You can imagine his feelings. His nose, which was already long, became longer by at least three inches.
He then began to run about the room, searching in the drawers and in every imaginable place, in hopes of finding a bit of bread. If it was only a bit of dry bread, a crust, a bone left by a dog, a little moldy pudding of Indian corn, a fish bone, a cherry stone—in fact, anything that he could gnaw. But he could find nothing, nothing at all, absolutely nothing.
And in the meanwhile his hunger grew and grew. Poor Pinocchio had no other relief than yawning, and his yawns were so tremendous that sometimes his mouth almost reached his ears. And after he had yawned he spluttered and felt as if he were going to faint.
Then he began to cry desperately, and he said:
"The Talking-Cricket was right. I did wrong to rebel against my papa and to run away from home. If my papa were here I should not now be dying of yawning! Oh! what a dreadful illness hunger is!"
Just then he thought he saw something in the dust-heap—something round and white that looked like a hen's egg. To give a spring and seize hold of it was the affair of a moment. It was indeed an egg.
Pinocchio's joy was beyond description. Almost believing it must be a dream he kept turning the egg over in his hands, feeling it and kissing it. And as he kissed it he said:
"And now, how shall I cook it? Shall I make an omelet? No, it would be better to cook it in a saucer! Or would it not be more savory to fry it in the frying-pan? Or shall I simply boil it? No, the quickest way of all is to cook it in a saucer: I am in such a hurry to eat it!"
Without loss of time he placed an earthenware saucer on a brazier full of red-hot embers. Into the saucer instead of oil or butter he poured a little water; and when the water began to smoke, tac! he broke the egg-shell over it and let the contents drop in. But, instead of the white and the yolk a little chicken popped out very gay and polite. Making a beautiful courtesy it said to him:
"A thousand thanks, Master Pinocchio, for saving me the trouble of breaking the shell. Adieu until we meet again. Keep well, and my best compliments to all at home!"
Thus saying, it spread its wings, darted through the open window and, flying away, was lost to sight.
The poor puppet stood as if he had been bewitched, with his eyes fixed, his mouth open, and the egg-shell in his hand. Recovering, however, from his first stupefaction, he began to cry and scream, and to stamp his feet on the floor in desperation, and amidst his sobs he said:
"Ah, indeed, the Talking-Cricket was right. If I had not run away from home, and if my papa were here, I should not now be dying of hunger! Oh! what a dreadful illness hunger is!"
And, as his stomach cried out more than ever and he did not know how to quiet it, he thought he would leave the house and make an excursion in the neighborhood in hopes of finding some charitable person who would give him a piece of bread.
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The first place I learnt about the importance of having a bank account was in church. That brief lecture after Sunday school was simple enough to motivate anyone. I assumed my age group was the target audience(I was still a teenager), but I was wrong. When it was time for questions, young adults, middle-aged people, and the elderly who I thought had life figured, debated whether a bank account was necessary. This was over a decade ago. You’d assume we’ve moved past that. But that’s not the case. At the end of 2020, 36 per cent of Nigerian adults remain completely financially excluded, according to a report by Enhancing Financial Innovation and Access (EFInA).
Emerging economies know it’s important to increase financial inclusion. Both individuals and economies benefit when people have access to loans, insurance, etcetera. That’s why governments set financial inclusion targets and implement policies to make it easy. In 2020, Nigeria marked 80 per cent as its financial inclusion target.
What does financial inclusion (actually) mean?
Most countries use narrow definitions of financial inclusion, often using bank account ownership or access to savings/loan products as proxies for financial access. This way, it becomes easy to measure by asking whether people have a bank account or not.
However, this approach does not fully capture the essence of financial inclusion. It doesn’t include people’s ability to afford the financial products that they need to preserve and grow their wealth. Furthermore, close-ended measurements don’t account for the diversity in financial exclusion within a country. For example, Nigeria is doing better than many of its African peers in terms of banking penetration—only South Africa is doing much better. However, outside retail banks, Nigerians do not access financial products in many other ways. Meanwhile, over 50 per cent of Tanzania’s financially included population relies on non-bank channels like mobile money. As a result, Nigeria has much more people financially excluded.
Prospective but uncertain
As Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria has the potential to both lead and fast-track the continent’s financial inclusion journey. However, economic instability, amongst other factors, has made progress uncertain; 60 per cent of Nigerians live below the poverty line. Research shows that poverty, rural lifestyle, and illiteracy are all barriers to inclusion. Today, banking leads other sectors in financial inclusion, with nearly three in ten adults (29 per cent) having bank accounts. Three per cent of adults have mobile money accounts, and the same number have non-bank financial accounts.
Nigerians have shunned non-bank financial channels for a long time. In 2008, 26 per cent of Nigerians accessed financial services mainly through formal and informal non-bank channels. In 2018, that fell to 24 per cent. In other words, all the gains that Nigeria has made on the financial inclusion front has happened through the retail banking sector. Other formal channels have risen too, but that has been countered by a drop in informal financial services.
Several loopholes to fill
Financial service is a business, so the players in this sector are out for profit. The CBN might set financial inclusion targets, but it can’t create bank accounts. As a result, the nation’s high poverty rate makes it difficult to achieve financial inclusion. Operating a bank in Nigeria is expensive. Banks transfer the cost of operation to account holders, meaning that Nigerians who cannot afford to manage a bank account are left out. Moreover, banks focus their products (e.g. loans) on more profitable middle and high-income customers, leaving low-income Nigerians to rely on informal financial products like thrift savings (Ajo).
Also, Nigeria has an infrastructure problem. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has argued that Nigeria needs to spend $35 billion every year for five years to plug its infrastructure gap. The current Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) that runs to 2022 lays out annual infrastructure spending of just $5 billion. Weak infrastructure makes it expensive for banks to reach rural customers.
Furthermore, in most cases, driving financial inclusion requires some form of literacy. For example, opening a bank account is difficult for a person who can’t read and write. So even if you successfully convince an uneducated person to have a bank account (which is also a challenge), they will still need help. Besides having a rural population of 48 per cent, Nigeria still has a low literacy level of 62 per cent.
The eclipse of community banks
To effectively include the rural communities and the educated, a different model is needed. That’s why we have microfinance banks today. But before the emergence of microfinance banks, the underserved population turned to community banks. These community banks were government-subsidised and community-owned financial institutions intended to provide critical financial services in the local community.
However, community banks suffered poor regulatory oversight from the National Board for Community Banks. The business model was also faulty as it placed so much emphasis on providing financial services like loans and paid too little attention to risk management and debt recovery. This flawed approach meant that many community banks faced liquidity challenges and became unviable, stopping them from meeting the objective of driving credit in local communities.
As a result, the Central bank of Nigeria (CBN) abandoned this model and moved a microfinance bank policy. However, a regulatory lapse saw almost 600 ailing community banks relicensed as microfinance banks between 2005 and 2007. As a result, similar issues arose in many microfinance banks, and the policy failed to improve financial inclusion significantly. Since 2005, financial inclusion has grown from 25 to 40 per cent.
The rise of fintechs and telcos
Fintech is leading the growth of Nigeria’s tech industry. Most VC funding goes to startups in this sector as the big bet is still on Nigeria’s largely untapped market. Some even argue that fintech will lead to the disposal of traditional banks.
The overall model for fintech companies is to provide financial services while removing the difficulty in the traditional system. Banks have concentrated in more profitable urban areas, far from the rural customers they are meant to serve. But with fintech, financial services such as savings, loans and investments can now reach a larger demographic.
But it’s not just startups. Telecommunication companies also want to be part of this market. And it’s not unreasonable: Nigeria’s telcos have made notable strides in the country. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says that telcos reach up to 98 per cent coverage and are present in all but one of the 774 local governments in the country, compared to seven bank branches per 100,000 people in Nigeria for commercial banks.
Is digital money the silver bullet?
On the 25th of October this year, the CBN launched an e-Naira — a blockchain-distributed form of the fiat naira. Among other propositions, the CBN claims it will increase financial inclusion. The main arguments in favour of the eNaira regarding financial inclusion are that it would improve access to digital financial services, enhance the efficiency of payments and lower the cost of financial products and services. Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are controversial today because of their centralised nature. However, they can also have positive effects on the economy.
The concept of digital money is popular, so it can work in Nigeria. But it needs both acceptance and infrastructure to work. A large portion of the informal sector today still want to be paid in cash. Roadside plantain sellers do not care about digital payments, partially because most of their procurements require them to pay in cash. Rural populations and the elderly, who constitute a large percentage of the financially excluded, still rely on cash. It requires more than e-money to reach them with financial services. For the e-Naira to achieve its goal of financial inclusion, it needs a network of agents in target communities to speed up its adoption.
There’s also the obvious hurdle of literacy, which fintechs also face. Making transactions on mobile apps is great, but only for learned people. This is why mobile money services such as OPay, Paga and MTN’s MoMo gain quicker penetration and secure larger investments. Financial inclusion is only effective to the extent to which it removes barriers.
Written by Oluwatosin Ogunjuyigbe
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Displaying items by tag: Kibworth Harcourt
The Old House Main Street (front) aspect
The Old House stands at the junction of Albert Street and Main Street in Kibworth Harcourt. The house, dating from 1678 and the garden walls are Grade 1 Listed Buildings. The house is a red brick building with stone dressings and is remarkable for its period, both because of the use of brick is early for this district and as an example of the fully developed Renaissance house which is rare in Leicestershire before the beginning of the 18th century. The house consists of two stories, cellars, and attics. It is approximately rectangular in shape with a Swithland slate hipped roof with brick ridge stacks, dormer windows, and a symmetrical front. Built in red brick with coursed rubble stone plinth rusticated stone quoins, stone dressings and band and moulded stone cornice. The mullioned and transomed windows are surrounded by moulded stone architraves and there are two small oval lights in the centre of the north wall facing Albert Street. The front of the house faces west onto Main Street and has five windows to the first floor, the central one being flanked by pilasters and surmounted by a scrolled pediment containing a coat of arms. Below the pediment is the date 1678. The Coat of Arms (three escutcheons each charged with a pheon) is possibly the arms of the Parker family (see The Parker Family of Kibworth Harcourt part 4-early modern). The central doorway, which might be a later addition to the house, has a rectangular open stone porch with three stone steps, two Tuscan columns supporting an entablature with plain frieze and blocking course.
At the front of the house is a semicircle of iron railings on a stone plinth, a pair of gates with spear head finials with urn finials at intervals. These railings were added to the house circa 1773.
The house has a very fine interior staircase with twisted balusters and some original paneling.
The garden walls, approximately 2 meters high extend from the rear of the property along Albert Street and from front right corner along Main Street. The wall was built in 1862 along with an extension to the rear of the house.
During the years 1890 to 1895 The Old House was connected to the water and gas supply.
Written by David Adams
Steve and Clare Langan
British History Online
Article written by Angela Hall
General James Lochhead Jack lived in Kibworth Harcourt from 1923 until 1962, he was a well-known local figure and is still remembered.
Childhood and Early Military Career:
James Lochhead Jack was born on 18thApril 1880, the eldest son of Peter and Mary Jack of Paisley. His father was a carpet manufacturer who owned a business in the town. Tragically his mother died when he was only seven.
From an early age Jack developed a passion for horses and riding which lasted throughout his life. His father regularly hunted with the Lanark and Renfrewshire Foxhounds and this is where Jack's love of fox hunting developed. His early schooling took place in Scotland and it was also here that he began his long military career, as in 1897 as a private in the Merchiston Castle School Cadet Corps he attended a public review in the presence of Queen Victoria.
In 1898 he became a Private in the 2nd Volunteer Battalion of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (A&SH), and during 1899 was promoted to Second Lieutenant in the same battalion. He was nominated for service in the South African War early in 1901, where his column was involved in sweeping the Eastern Transvaal clear of the enemy. Jack was awarded the South African War Medal with five clasps.
From 1904-1909 Jack served in India, where he was promoted to 1st Lieutenant. At this time Jack played polo whenever possible and was involved in two accidents which laid him up for several weeks, one involving a blow to the shin which nearly cost him his leg. Early in 1910 his battalion arrived in Bloemfontein for a two-year tour.
A letter sent to his father in February 1910 describes a typical day:
"Up at 6am. Ride from 6.30am until 8am. Office 9-2pm. Lunch 2pm. Work in quarters till about 4pm. Ride or tennis till 7pm."
In May 1910, Jack was told of the death of his father. They had always enjoyed an affectionate relationship and he said afterwards:
"His last present to me, a very handsome gift sent shortly before his death was a cheque with which I bought a good polo pony Throughout our lives together he never saved himself any pains to ensure the welfare of my brother and myself."
Jack's equestrian activities also continued during the years leading up to the Great War. He entered many races or point to points riding his hunters Home Park or Ardscull Boy.
"In April 1914 Home Park seemed to be winning the Adamhill Cup, when I came to grief at the last fence,"
His memoirs record. Fox hunting was also a regular activity and Jack enjoyed many outings with the Warwickshire Foxhounds and the Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire Hunt among others.
James Lochead Jack 1919
The Great War:
Jack served with distinction during the Great War, and was awarded a number of medals including a Distinguished Service Order (DSO) and Bar, and the French Croix de Chevalier. Throughout the war he recorded his daily activities in a diary which was published in 1962, after his death. He would make daily jottings in a small notebook and then expand his notes from memory while out of the line. The result is an extremely valuable primary source of information describing the appalling conditions of the Western Front.
Jack started the war as a Staff Captain with the 19th Infantry Brigade. From August to November 1914 he took part in many of the early actions, including Mons, Le Cateau, the Retreat to Paris and the battles of the Marne, Aisne and Armentieres. On August 12th he recorded a sad entry in his diary:
"A note from the Remount Department tells me that my two remaining private hunter horses, Ardscull Boy and Home Park have been taken for the army - the first war wrench."
Later that month he describes the scene when troops retreating from Mons arrived in Le Cateau.
''......it is heartrending to witness the exhaustion of all ranks after their march of almost 23 miles in steam heat and heavily loaded..... The men have scarcely been off their feet for three days besides having had no more than snatches of sleep or scraps of food because of transport delays through road blocks."
After Le Cateau, Jack was awarded the Croix de Chevalier of the French Legion of Honour. In his diary he remembered that another officer was nominated for the award at the same time:
"But he died and I lived..... and I always consider that I wear the medal as much for him as for myself"
During November 1914 Jack was sent home on sick leave after catching a "feverish chill" After his return in December, conditions on the Western Front remained grim:
''.....nearly all the trenches became almost knee deep, or deeper in water and mud during the winter.... The men had no protection from the weather apart from their waterproof capes rigged up as shelters behind the parapets...."
In June 1915, Jack was appointed to command a company in the 2nd Battalion of the Cameronians. He took part in the action of Bois-Grenier in September; this coincided with the Battle of Loos in which British forces suffered major losses.
Captain Jack (right) 1915. (General Jack’s Diary)
Jack's battalion moved to the Somme area in April 1916, where preparations were soon taking place for a major assault that was planned for July. The action started on June 24th with a ceaseless bombardment of the German trenches, and on the 28th Jack recorded:
''......the air reverberates to the drum of our cannonade, the shells from which we hope are blasting the enemy and his positions into powder".
On June 30th he moved up to the front line where the assault was to be launched early the next day. He did not expect to survive:
" About 4.30am on July 1st, following an almost sleepless night of work and tension, with the deafening cannonade, too, still ringing in our ears, I rose, shaved - there was not enough water for washing - slipped on tunic, boots, accoutrements and silver spurs in order to be properly dressed for, likely enough the last time."
The diary describes in detail the actions that he was involved in that day, which has been described as the blackest day in British military history. At the end of his entries for July 1sthe says:
"I quitted the field on which such brilliant success had been expected that fine summer morning, leaving behind, dead or maimed in that vast garden of scarlet wild poppies, some ninety percent of the officers and about sixty per cent of the other ranks of the twelve infantry battalions of my division."
He was indeed fortunate to survive!
After this Jack was appointed to command a battalion in the West Yorkshire Regiment and while still serving on the Somme front was successful in capturing the village of Villers-Guislain. This involved an advance of nearly a mile into German held territory, and he was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for this action. The recommendation read:
''.. his gallantry and soldierly example to all around him is most inspiring"
Brigadier-General Jack on 'Oudenarde', Cologne, 1918. (General Jack's Diary).
In May 1917 the Regiment quitted the Somme and was moved to the area around Ypres. Jack became involved in the third Battle of Ypres otherwise known as Passchendaele, and in July took part in an assault on an area known as Bellewarde Ridge. He was severely wounded and hospitalized for six months. At this time he heard bad news about casualties suffered by his battalion:
"Being dangerously ill at this time, the news that almost all my boy officers had fallen caused me a serious relapse”
Jack finally returned to the Western Front in July 1918 and was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in command of the 1st Battalion of the Cameronians. He received a telegram requesting his attendance at Buckingham Palace to be presented with his DSO by George V. In the autumn he was promoted to the rank of Brigadier-General in command of the 28th Infantry Brigade. His involvement in the last series of engagements of the War, near Courtrai in Belgium earned him a Bar for the DSO. His records include a certificate signed by Winston Churchill awarded:
"for gallant and distinguished services in the field."
After the Armistice, Jack continued his army service in Germany until 1921. He suffered serious injuries while riding in a steeplechase and retired with the rank of Brigadier-General. A confidential report by a senior commander, Sir Phillip Robertson sums up his war service:
"An experienced first-rate officer with excellent power of command and drive. Very hard working, most reliable and thoroughly sound. Is a strict disciplinarian, never spared himself on active service and was most cool and gallant. Excellent horseman."
Post World War I:
The Old House, Kibworth Harcourt
In June 1923, Jack married Miss Jeannette Watson of Hamilton. Shortly afterwards he purchased the Old House in Kibworth Harcourt and the couple settled in Leicestershire. The main reason for this relocation was Leicestershire's reputation for excellent fox hunting. His memoirs state:
"My very popular young wife, being a brilliant horsewoman to hounds and our home standing at the very centre of fashionable hunting England, a county practically all grass with scarcely any plough. We have indeed had a happy time in the saddle with the Fernie, Quorn and Pytchiey Hounds...."
General and Mrs. Jack
Jack regularly took part in many point to points and other races, winning a Farmer's Race in 1929 and the Fernie Hunt Cup in 1931. His memoirs record that since the end of the Great War he had suffered four broken collar bones, several fractured ribs and many concussions sustained in racing or hunting. He tells of an amusing incident that occurred in a race in March 1931:
"Had the rider of another horse in my lap at one fence and heaved him back gratefully into his saddle."
This artists impression of General Jack is taken from an illustration entitled:'Followers of the Fernie'dated 1927 by 'the tout'.
This drawing featured all regular participants to the meet. (History of the Fernie Hunt 1856-1987).
Jack was an active member of the Fernie Hunt Committee for several years. He took up various other public appointments locally including becoming a Magistrate on the Harborough Bench and President of the local British Region branch. In 1931 he was honoured to be appointed an Aide de Camp to George V. This involved attending many official and public functions to assist the King or act as his representative.
During World War II, Jack was asked to raise and command the Market Harborough Battalion of the Local Defence Volunteers, later known as the Home Guard. Within fifteen days 2,500 men were enlisted and eventually armed with private sporting rifles and shotguns. Many were ex-servicemen and the Battalion soon gained an excellent reputation. Its area extended from North of Billesdon, southwards to the Harborough - Bosworth Road and from Great Easton, westwards to Lutterworth. Its role was to watch for hostile landings from aircraft, report them and delay the enemy until the arrival of regular troops. An amusing incident occurred in Kibworth one evening. Jack had agreed to assist the local ARP warden whenever needed and it had been agreed that he could be contacted at night by someone pulling a cord that was suspended from his bedroom window. This cord was tied to a chair next to his bed, the idea being that the rattling chair would wake him. On this occasion the system failed miserably until the noise awoke Mrs Jack in an adjoining room. She entered to find the chair dancing about the room and her husband still sound asleep.
The fact that he was a Magistrate did not exempt Jack from the wrath of the local Bench. In October 1940 the Market Harborough Advertiser reported that he had been fined 10s (50p) for having an out of date driving licence. The reason given was that:
"He was working over twelve hours a day on Home Guard and other duties"
The licence was 62 days out of date. Again in November 1940 he was fined £1 for failing to obscure lights in his house during the blackout.
In later life Jack continued to take an active role in the local community, holding a number of public positions. He carried on riding and hunting with the Fernie Hounds until the late 1950s. Local Kibworth people have very fond memories of him, one writes:
“General Jack lived at the top of Albert Street where I lived with my parents. I remember him as a very kind gentleman”
Another resident describes him as a:"perfect Victorian gentlemen".
General Jack was President of the Market Harborough Branch of the Old Contemptibles Association and on 15th November 1962 the local paper reported on the annual Remembrance Service:
"One familiar figure was missing from the service - Brigadier General J. L Jack of Kibworth. It was the first time for as long as anyone could remember that the President had not been able to attend. The reason was ill-health."
General Jack died on December 22nd 1962. A quote from one of his favorite poems, Finis Exoptatus by Adam Lindsay Gordon provides a suitable ending.
Life is mostly troth and bubble,
Two things stand like stone,
Kindness in another’s trouble,
Courage in your own.
Mr. Fernie’s Hounds at Foxton (History of the Fernie Hunt 1856-1987)
Fernie Hunt at Evington Village. (History of the Fernie Hunt 1856-1987).
On the weekend of 25th and 26th July 2009 two hundred villagers, volunteer diggers and professional archaeologists worked together to open fifty test pits in the villages of Kibworth Beauchamp, Kibworth Harcourt and Smeeton Westerby in south Leicestershire.The event was organised by Michael Wood and his production team from Maya Vision International as part of their new BBC TV series the “Story of England” and under the direction of Access Cambridge Archaeology (ACA).
Big Dig volunteers outside the Coach and Horses Inn
Andrew Southerden (pub licensee), Michael Wood and Prof. Carenza Lewis in foreground
The volunteers gathered in Kibworth Grammar School Hall on the Saturday morning to receive a briefing from Professor Carenza Lewis, a British archaeologist who became famous as a result of her appearances on the Channel 4 television series “Time Team”. Stockpiles of tools including mattocks, trowels, tarpaulin and sieves were available as well as detailed instructions on how to record finds.
Throughout the weekend archaeologists were available to respond to calls from the pit sites to give advice on articles found. The digs were also filmed by three roving film crews. The exercise was co-ordinated from The Coach and Horses Inn where the restaurant was equipped with aerial maps, wireless broadband and relevant printed histories and documents relating to the area. This enabled the teams of experts to quickly attend any of the test pit sites where their expertise was required. The licensee of the Coach and Horses Inn, Andrew Southerden, dug a test pit in the corner of the pub car park (there is now a plaque on the wall behind the site of the pit).
During the course of the Dig over 2500 finds were recorded and labeled, and are now at Cambridge University for analysis by Carenza Lewis and her team. The finds included:
The pit at The Coach and Horses Inn produced early/middle Saxon pottery (450-650AD) and a stratified fragment of an incised patterned early Anglo-Saxon bone comb from undisturbed deposits. There appears little doubt that it revealed the site of the earliest Anglo-Saxon settlement of Kibworth, with at least 20cm of undisturbed deposits of that date. It appears to have fallen from use before the Viking invasions, and not occupied by people since.
Early-Anglo-Saxon bone comb from the pit at the Coach and Horses Inn
Roman pottery was found in two test pits, one in Kibworth Harcourt, the other in Smeeton Westerby. Neither pit produced more than a few sherds. The pit in Kibworth Harcourt also produced forty sherds of St Neots Ware (c.875-1100AD) and six of Stamford Ware (c.875-1200AD) indicating intensive use of this plot during these periods.
Only one of the pits, more than 1km to the south of this find, produced any pottery of middle Anglo-Saxon date (650-850): a single small sherd of Ipswich Ware (700-850) weighing just 6g, although small this was noted as the first find of Ipswich ware in Leicestershire, and as such is of considerable interest, possibly indicating a site of some status in the vicinity.
Four pits in Smeeton Westerby produced Stamford ware (c.875-1200AD), three of which were sited close together along the west side of the main street. Although these produced smaller amounts of pottery (none yielded more than four sherds), they do seem likely to indicate settlement in this area in the late Anglo-Saxon period.
In Kibworth Beauchamp only about half of the pits excavated produced medieval pottery, whether this indicates less intensive settlement here or it is simply due to sampling bias across a small number of pits where there were far less dug.
In the medieval period, the pattern is very different, with most pits producing significant numbers of sherds dating from 1100-1400AD. These include nine of the twelve pits along Main Street, Kibworth Harcourt, indicating the possibility that there was settlement along this street in the High Medieval period, quite possibly arranged as a regular planned row either side of the street.
Smeeton and Westerby also produced large amounts of pottery dating to 1100-1400AD and activity here appears to have increased significantly in the centuries after the Norman Conquest.
Only two of the five pits excavated in Kibworth Harcourt produced later medieval pottery, also in minimal quantities. Documentary evidence suggests that the population of Kibworth Harcourt dropped by around 40% in 1348-9 (The Black Death) and, after a weak rally in the 1360s and 1370s, dwindled further throughout the first half of the fifteenth century to less than a quarter of the pre-Black Death level, almost to vanishing point. The pottery evidence from the excavated test pits clearly seems to reflect this, it seems that those few families who lived in the former villages in the fifteenth century must have done so in an otherwise almost deserted landscape. In the post-medieval period, however, there is a marked recovery, with nearly all test pits producing material of sixteenth to eighteenth century date.
The pit in Jubilee Green, Main Street, Kibworth Harcourt (the site of the old village market (see Early Modern/ Kibworth Harcourt Village Centre)) was dug by a team of pupils from Kibworth High School and they un-earthed a stone cannonball from the English Civil War (1642 to 1651).
Photograph reproduced by kind permission of Maya Vision International
All the volunteer diggers were very enthusiastic and many were rewarded by their finds, the artifacts below were recovered from a pit in Smeeton Westerby much to the delight of the amateur archaeologist who found them.
Finds from Smeeton Westerby pit
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Looking for Github Com Grammarly?…
Grammarly is a platform that is being provided by a small business called Intersect. It is a type of software that utilizes Natural Language Processing innovations (NLP) to help improve grammar and spelling skills. It is one of lots of NLP-based systems that have been established over the last few years. You can get a totally free demonstration at their site.
Grammarly provides you with an English grammar and spelling checker, writing style checker, writing sample, and a grammar and spelling checker. With these four tools, you can easily and quickly fix potential problems in your English writing and enhance your grammar and spelling. The reason why this writing app has such a crucial function for a lot of writers is since it allows you to rapidly solve problems in your writing and makes sure that your sentences are devoid of grammar and spelling mistakes.
Unlike other NLP-based systems, Grammarly takes a much more extensive technique to spotting grammar and spelling mistakes. Their technology is consisted of a number of various mechanisms that utilize Natural Language Processing (NLP) methods to suggest originalities to users about spelling and grammar. If you have grammar and spelling problems in a document, the Grammarly software will recommend prospective repairs by recommending alternative words and phrases.
Some of the recommended repairs in the Grammarly application consist of changing names and prepositions to fit a more basic English sentence structure. In addition, you may have the ability to eliminate some bothersome words such as “the” or “a”, and change them with “they” or “it”. The main disadvantage to Grammarly nevertheless, is that it just works for English sentences. It does not acknowledge written French sentences nor does it recognize Italian ones.
By buying the premium variation of the Grammarly editor, you can right away download the entire suite of desktop apps in one go. Many of the functions within the Grammarly editor also come built-in within the desktop app, consisting of the tip center discussed above.
In general, the Grammarly desktop app is really helpful for improving your grammar and spelling skills when you write on the internet or when composing easy documents or emails. Like all language software application programs, it just deals with English, which is the most common spoken language in the world today. If you want to achieve success at writing in any other language, then you need to buy a language learning software application that provides you a broader range of language choices. I’m glad that Grammarly features the additional functions discussed above, since it actually made a huge difference to me as I struggled to discover how to write in French. Grammarly might save you great deals of time and energy, particularly if you’re composing a file or e-mail on the fly! Github Com Grammarly
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Updated answer:NLTK works for 2.7 well. I had 3.2. I uninstalled 3.2 and installed 2.7. Now it works!!
I have installed NLTK and tried to download NLTK Data. What I did was to follow the instrution on this site: http://www.nltk.org/data.html
I downloaded NLTK, installed it, and then tried to run the following code:
>>> import nltk >>> nltk.download()
It gave me the error message like below:
Traceback (most recent call last): File "<pyshell#6>", line 1, in <module> nltk.download() AttributeError: 'module' object has no attribute 'download' Directory of C:\Python32\Lib\site-packages
nltk.downloader(), both gave me error messages.
Then I used
help(nltk) to pull out the package, it shows the following info:
NAME nltk PACKAGE CONTENTS align app (package) book ccg (package) chat (package) chunk (package) classify (package) cluster (package) collocations corpus (package) data decorators downloader draw (package) examples (package) featstruct grammar help inference (package) internals lazyimport metrics (package) misc (package) model (package) parse (package) probability sem (package) sourcedstring stem (package) tag (package) test (package) text tokenize (package) toolbox tree treetransforms util yamltags FILE c:\python32\lib\site-packages\nltk
I do see Downloader there, not sure why it does not work. Python 3.2.2, system Windows vista.
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Hong Kong, Nov 25 (efe-epa).- Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced Wednesday a package of measures agreed with Beijing to rescue the finances of the city, whose economy will contract by 6.1 percent in 2020.
In a lengthy speech to the Legislative Council, Lam said the former British colony has received “unprecedented blows” in recent years that “seriously undermined social stability” including “civil unrest, the pandemic and the international political situation.”
The economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and “social unrest emanating from the opposition […] have threatened national security due to the interference of external forces,” she said, adding that “ways must be found to bring Hong Kong out of the deadlock and restore public confidence.”
Lam defended her latest visits to Beijing, where she agreed to promote the Greater Bay area, which includes up to nine cities, including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Macau, to turn the area into a financial, technological and communications center.
She also announced a plan to connect the Chinese and Hong Kong stock exchanges that will allow more mainland Chinese companies to benefit from listing in Hong Kong.
“Hong Kong has to take advantage of the opportunities that China offers,” the leader added.
She said Beijing supports Hong Kong so that the city has guaranteed the supply of vaccines against the coronavirus, adding that “Beijing will reserve lots so that they can be used among Hong Kong people if necessary.”
Relations with China marked the speech delivered by Lam, who justified the National Security Law approved by Beijing with the theoretical objective of defusing the anti-government protests unleashed last year in the city that, at times, ended in serious violent incidents between police and protesters radicals.
“There are people with bad intentions, influenced by external forces, who have taken advantage of the relatively complicated political and social situation in Hong Kong. Our priority is to rescue the constitutional order, to get out of the chaos,” she said.
The law penalizes acts such as secession or conspiring with foreign forces with life imprisonment, sparking fears among many citizens.
Since it was approved, there have been numerous police raids and arrests of pro-democracy activists, before which some of them have chosen to go into exile to try to avoid reprisals.
“It is Hong Kong’s responsibility to ensure their safety. Since the law came into force, peace has returned,” she said.
She also announced that the government will present a bill to “amend the ordinances on swearing-in by public officials,” as well as an educational campaign to “improve understanding of the rule of law.”
Opposition members of parliament gave up their seats in November after four were removed from office following a decree approved by Beijing, which allows the local government to strip politicians of their positions without having to resort to judicial instances. EFE-EPA
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Anybody who has seen Tron, knows the best thing about the movie, other than the graphics, is the “Light Cycle.” Owning a bike that looks that good would cost you a pretty penny, $55,000 to be exact. You would find the gasoline powered “Light cycle” over at Hammacher Shlemmer.
The Tron bike was presented last year, after the release of “Tron: Legacy”. The creation of a real life Light Cycle came from Parker Brothers Custom Chopper. And yes, they are street-legal. The next challenge, is to make an Eco-friendly “Light Cycle.”
Challenge completed. Parker Brothers has accomplished making an electric “Light Cycle”, which coincides with the movie design, better than the gasoline powered bike. Powered by lithium batteries and a 96-volt electric motor, this beautiful creation is able to get a top speed of 100 mph. It is not street-legal at this point in time, but Parker Brothers are doing what they can to achieve that status. They warn you that it will not be able to be used for heavy duty purposes.
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4 Effective Restaurant and Bar Sales Strategies
How should your restaurant set its prices?
1. Customer Data-Driven
By using your customer data, you will be able to individually check what various customers are spending their money on, and what type of spender they are. For example, if a customer comes in and often cashes in coupons or discounts, you can offer them items that benefit from new sales and discounts. However, if you have customers that pay full price and never opt to use discounts, you should avoid sending them discounts and, instead, focus on sending them your latest and most-interesting products.
2. Seasonal Sales
Seasonal items sell great! Who can resist their favorite summer ice cream flavors, Christmas delights or Thanksgiving turkey? Given that seasonal items are popular and associated only with a particular season/holiday, customers are willing to pay a premium for them. This is especially true since customers know that these items will eventually no longer be available. Base your pricing on how popular your seasonal items are and add a premium for items that don't stay on your menu long.
3. New Item Higher Price
Got something new to offer? Make sure it looks exclusive with a slightly higher price tag. There are some customers who just have to have the newest and latest things. This certainly applies to food; especially if your business is keeping up with the latest trends. Offering a really innovative twist on avocado toast? Bump that price up and make your new item look special. This is a great way to capture the market of people who thrive off of being the first to try new products.
4. Determined by Demand
Use your data to track what items are selling best and which ones need a helping hand. Items that are selling very well can be increased in price, while those that are struggling can benefit from a slight price drop. The increased price on popular items will likely not have a big adverse effect on popularity, but a price drop for poor-sellers can make them far more attractive to customers on a budget.
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Brazil’s president Jair Bolsonaro has tested positive for coronavirus.
The controversial politician, who has downplayed the risk of Covid-19 and insisted the negative economic impacts of social isolation will be worse than the harm caused by the virus, announced live on television that he had tested positive after feeling unwell.
More than 51,000 people have died of Covid-19 in Brazil.
Last month a Brazilian federal judge ordered Bolsonaro to comply with local rules to wear a face mask whenever he is outdoors in the capital of Brasilia.
In recent weekends, a sometimes unmasked Mr Bolsonaro has joined throngs of people protesting against Brazil’s Congress and Supreme Court and he has often visited bakeries and outdoor food stalls, drawing crowds around him.
Brazil’s federal district requires people to wear face masks in public to help control the spread of the new coronavirus.
Failure to comply carries a possible daily fine of 390 US dollars.
James Felton tweeted shortly after the announcement: “Well, well, well, if not the consequences of my own actions”, in Spanish.
Brazil has the second-highest death toll in the world behind the United States.
Bem, bem, bem, se não são as consequências de minhas próprias ações. https://t.co/L6iJBCIkLt— James Felton (@JimMFelton) July 7, 2020
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When human beings allow greed to have residency in their hearts, greed becomes their path to taking advantage of their fellow human beings. One of which that people do in order to satisfy their desire of material wealth is to commit fraud. Therefore, there are some individuals who are hiring the professionals in insurance fraud investigations in Orlando Florida for them to make sure that the attempts to benefit from deceitful claims will be detected, and will be brought to the court.
The government has put up laws on the entities who are seeking and receiving false claims. Moreover, a number of entities seek and receive inflated claims or more that what was stated in the contract. This will end up in illegal actions which are dangerous to other members of the insurance, and will also drive up the fees on getting coverage for all members.
One aspect on this is health insurance. The investigation on this aspect is if is a person is getting compensated from a coverage that they are not supposed to receive, and if such person is filing a health care claim that is not needed or valid. The professionals will look into the billing records in order to ensure that healthcare professionals, and their patients are not working together to receive an illegal claim.
Another would be car insurance. A number of people are staging some vehicular accidents which is done by them through colliding with another car, intentionally, and will blame the driver of that other car and file for damages. Moreover, some fraud attempts on this aspect is when an entity claims that their vehicle is stolen, which in fact is not true.
There are times that the homeowners will commit fraudulent claims on the damages done by the harsh weathers. However, there are some homeowners who will upgrade their home insurance only after the disaster happened. The professionals will determine of the validity on the agreements stated on their contact with the company, and if damages are, truly, valid.
In other cases, individuals will get paid from their insurance company that are way beyond what they are supposed to get. In some cases, individuals will also receive the claims, even though the family member, who is the original receiver, is no longer alive. Therefore, investigators will inspect is such receiver is the one getting the money.
However, instances will arrive, as well, wherein the insurance company will be the ones committing fraud. These companies will be taking monies from their clients and will not give the clients what is rightfully theirs. This means that the client is not able to sufficiently and fully be paid from the damages, as what stated from their contracts.
Indeed, when people experience this injustice, they should go to the investigators who are reliable and resourceful. The investigator should know the kinds of resources that they should look into, and the factors that they should consider. Therefore, they will come up with a case that do not result to the case being dismissed by the court.
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Controlling Listeria monocytogenes Scott A on Surfaces of Fully Cooked Turkey Deli Product Using Organic Acid-Containing Marinades as Postlethality Dips.
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This study evaluated the efficacy of organic acids applied singly or in combination as postlethality dips to sliced uncured turkey deli loaves to inhibit the growth of Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) Scott A. Treatments consisted of sodium lactate (SL; 3.6%), potassium lactate (PL; 3.6%), sodium citrate (SC; 0.75%), a combination of SL and sodium diacetate (SDA; 0.25%), and a combination of SL/PL/SDA, alongside appropriate negative and positive controls. Products were inoculated with 10(4)-10(5)CFU/mL streptomycin-resistant (1500g/mL) Lm Scott A prior to treatment. Products were then stored at ~4C and sampled at 0, 7, 14, 21, 28, 42, and 56d. The SL/SDA combination applied to turkey slices extended the lag phase through 21 days of refrigerated storage. Numbers of Lm Scott A rose by 0.7 log10CFU/g through the 56d storage period. The application of the SL/PL/SDA treatment to turkey product surfaces extended the lag phase through 42d, with pathogen numbers declining after 21d. Combination organic acid dips prolonged the lag phase for 2 to 6wk on turkey product surfaces and can be useful as antimicrobial agents for Lm control on postlethality exposed sliced deli products.
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Casco, G., Johnson, J. L., Taylor, T. M., Gaytn, C. N., Brashears, M. M., & Alvarado, C. Z.
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Just one month ago, my wife, millennial daughter, and I sat on a crowded Georgia beach. Now we are hunkered down in our respective homes, avoiding all non-essential social contact.
How quickly the world can turn upside down.
COVID-19 has driven home a message denied too long: the world is small, and each of us is literally our brother’s and sister’s keeper. Your decisions and actions today—and mine—ultimately impact the health of each and every person on this globe.
COVID-19 has also spotlighted the extraordinary adaptability of human beings. In the US, nine in ten are practicing social distancing. Crises can bring out the best in us.
Most of us are wondering how long the isolation and economic dislocations will last. When can we return to life and business as normal?
Normal is the last thing we should hope for.
Humanity has been living unsustainably in so many ways: ecologically, biologically, economically, and politically. COVID-19 is a wake-up call. If we return to business as usual, this crisis will seem as child’s play relative to the catastrophes that await. It is high time to usher in a new normal. Let’s start envisioning that world now.
In the new normal, health care and sick leave will be rights, so that sick people don’t continue working and infecting co-workers because they can’t afford medical care.
In the new normal, all citizens will have a guaranteed basic income so that they don’t risk eviction at every economic downturn.
In the new normal, the economy will serve the needs of people—like the stimulus package is doing—rather than people serving the needs of a rapacious economy.
In the new normal, it will be considered immoral—and illegal—for the top one percent to control as much wealth as the bottom 80 percent.
In the new normal, the virus of fake news will die out, and scientific expertise—epidemiological or climatological—will be respected and the foundation of public policy.
In the new normal, fossil fuel’s rape of the Earth will cease, and our power will come from the sun, the wind, and the Earth herself.
In the new normal, humans will live gently on the Earth, a part of Nature, not apart from it. And we will grant the Earth time to heal from deforestation, the devastation of extractive industries, and the fever of climate change.
In the new normal, we will beware the economic fallacy of perpetual growth and focus instead upon sustainable lifestyles and community resilience.
In the new normal, small communities will thrive, each with its own food production, energy generation, and greenways.
Crises sweep away our societal delusions—rugged individualism, perpetual growth, domination of Nature—and reveal what is of enduring value: family, friends, beauty, altruism, and love.
If we fail to learn the lessons of COVID-19, a world of suffering awaits. Thus far, humans may be rising to the occasion, heeding the wake-up call.
We’re on the cusp of breakthrough or breakdown. Which will prevail?
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Dr Alf’s question has a simple answer, namely that David Cameron has traditional family life for himself and those of his rich and powerful backers but does very little for anyone else other than Muslims and other minorities who practice self-help through mosques.
If a man cannot earn enough to support himself, let alone a wife and children, because he is earning next to nothing, and cannot rent or buy a house, then that man is condemned to either live alone or cohabit with someone who has one or has the benefits to rent one.
At present, the average Briton cannot buy a house until age 38, unless they have financial assistance and renting is becoming increasingly expensive due to the housing shortage and the failure to build more houses or find cheaper building solutions.
Volunteerism and the bogus “Big Society” are being promoted as solutions to worklessness and lack of money when in fact they will lead to Dickensian style societies complete with workhouses, “being on the Parish”, modern-day Beadles and real life paupers rummaging in food banks and dumpsters.
David Cameron has forced through Gay Marriage, which was not even in the Conservative Party manifesto, and is allowing living standards to fall for everyone below the top decile of the population.
Nothing to promote family life is being done, and soon we will have no fault divorce, cohabitee agreements legally enforceable in law and legally enforceable pre-nups.
The person who is pushing for these measures is the Head of the Family Law Division but you can be sure that David Cameron will back the measures.
Vladimir Putin is reputedly worth $32 billion USD. a sum which is far in excess of what his salary is, and has in the past been an attendee at Bohemian Grove, where a giant 40 foot stone owl representing Moloch the God of sacrifice stands amongst the Californian redwood trees.
Every year American Presidents, world leaders and in earlier years, Prince Philip attend the Grove, which is in Sonoma California, adorned in red robes and engage in secret rituals and discussions which even Channel 4 which did a documentary on the event was unable to penetrate.
Russia also has super wealthy oligarchs, who either live in Russia, the Ukraine (like Tony Blair’s benefactor), or in London around Totteridge and Hampstead.
Before one can say that Russia is a land of moral rectitude, one must consider the sources of the wealth of these oligarchs and compare that wealth to those of ordinary Russians.
To my mind pots and kettles spring into focus.
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International Automobile is an Institution with a social concern. Our mission is to contribute in national building as an apex body for entire value chain of automotive sector by providing world class manpower development.
We aim to providing training individuals, aimed at day one industry readiness along with the research and innovation mindset.
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A Montessori education is not about worksheets, chalkboards and sitting at uncomfortable desks for hours. The Montessori method seeks to develop natural interests and activities with an emphasis on hands-on learning and developing real-world skills.
Let’s check in with Harry Donahue, Head of School at Mountain Shadows Montessori School in Boulder, to properly understand the origins of Montessori and why it’s such a benefit to the kids in that learning environment.
What exactly is the Montessori method?
Harry Donahue: Montessori is a different approach to learning. Montessori children learn at their own individual pace and according to their own interests in activities. Children use their hands and senses to learn, not just listening, watching, or reading. Children are engaged in individual and/or group activities of their own choice throughout the day. Learning is exploring, and a process of discovery, leading to concentration, motivation, self-discipline, and the development of a love of learning. The Montessori classroom is made up of children within a three-year age span. This allows the class to be a real community with different aged children working together, peer teaching happening, spontaneous children helping each other, and the older children sharing their knowledge with younger children.
Where does this educational model come from?
HD: Montessori education was founded by Dr. Maria Montessori in 1907. She was the first woman doctor in Italy. This approach to education is based on Dr. Montessori’s scientific observation of the child’s learning process and observing the child’s developmental needs. Montessori works well with most children. However, it will work best when families and teachers work together, allowing the child to be independent and responsible. This allows the child to reach their full potential. There are many things that can be done at home with the child that will align with what their child is doing at school.
Is Montessori more popular than ever?
HD: There has been a surge in Montessori demands. This is because The Montessori classrooms meet each child where they are developmentally and academically. The child then progresses at their own pace, meeting their individual needs. The children are able to work in small groups. This allows them to work cooperatively, share ideas, compromise, think outside the box and build teamwork skills.
How do kids at Mountain Shadows respond to this method?
HD: The children have a desire to learn and natural curiosity throughout the day. They are free to work with activities that interest them. The children also are responsible to do follow-up work on lessons that they have received. The children are proud of their work and are excited to share with others.
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SOVA Assessment Tests
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SOVA is a UK-based assessment company. Its psychometric tests are used predominantly in the corporate world.
The tests are used by companies during the selection process when recruiting new staff, and internally to help employers better understand the development needs of employees.
Sometimes, the tests are used to help the employees themselves understand more about self-progression and the roles they would be best suited to.
The goal of a SOVA assessment is to find out the most information possible about an individual in the least possible time.
Psychometric testing is an effective method of measuring an individual’s potential. It is fast, reliable and most crucially, a fair way of testing, ensuring everyone is assessed equally.
SOVA offers companies the option of purchasing an off-the-shelf test, or a bespoke assessment specifically designed in accordance with the company’s role requirements (the qualities they need in the new recruit).
Ready-made tests are available in Ability, Situational Judgment (SJT), Personality or video assessment. The custom tests include a mixture of questions across some or all of those categories, and there may be additional numerical, logical or verbal reasoning questions.
Different tests are used to discover different things:
The Ability Test
This test is designed to assess how capable the candidate is of doing a certain job or performing a certain task.
The test assesses whether you possess a certain skill and how likely you are to develop the skill you have further, or learn to do it.
The personality test is used to assess your personality, motivations, interests and values within the parameters of a specific role.
These tests usually ask the candidate to rank statements in a certain order or make a choice about something.
The answers you give will provide the employer with vital information about:
- How you problem solve
- How motivated you are
- How you manage complex situations
- Your flexibility
- Whether you are a keen learner
- Whether you are a decision-maker or leave the decision making to others
- How well you engage with colleagues and clients
- Whether you are open to new ideas and can adapt to change
- How resilient you are
The Situational Judgement Test (STJ)
This looks at how you would tackle a certain situation that could quite possibly arise in the role you are applying for.
The STJ test is assessing competency and aptitude in certain areas and therefore uses psychometrics to establish whether or not you have what it takes to perform the job.
The STJ assesses your response to a series of work-based scenarios. These tests usually comprise a mixture of video, text and imagery, and ask the candidate to select from a list of options.
You have to choose your response, allocating ‘least effective’ and ‘most effective’ to two options out of a possible three or four.
You work as a call handler for a furniture company. Two days ago you took a call from a customer who wanted some detailed information about the fabric of one of the sofas you sell. You didn’t know the answer, so took details and agreed to call her back within 24 hours with the information.
You realize you forgot to find out the answer to the caller’s questions. However, you haven’t heard back from them and it has been two days since their call.
Rate one statement as Least Effective and one statement as Most Effective.
Make a call to the person who would know this information, explain your mistake and ask them to give the caller a ring now.
Tell your supervisor what has happened and ask them to call the customer to see if they still require the information and apologise on your behalf.
Call the customer, apologise and explain your mistake, promise that the person who knows the information will call them straight away.
Add a note on the system to log that you did not follow the query up but the customer hasn’t been in touch, so there is unlikely to be any action needed.
Your company arranges a sponsored running race. 225 employees take part. 1/3 of the employees finish the race in under an hour. How many employees finished the race in an hour or more?
Fashion retailers need to think about how they can best serve their customers online.
The results of a marketing survey of six-thousand online shoppers shows that despite growth in online retail year-on-year, growth in clothing shopping online is set to decline over the next 10 years.
Nearly a third of those surveyed said they had had an issue with an online clothing order, which included soiled goods, unravelled hems and missing items.
Almost 70% of 40 to 50-year-olds said they had never purchased clothing online and don’t plan to in the future.
All clothing retailers will see a drop in online sales over the next five years.
c) Cannot Say
The correct answer is: b)
For each row, column three minus column 2 equals column 1.
The SOVA Personality Test assesses behaviour – the way an individual reacts to and deals with different scenarios, their preferences, and their likes and dislikes.
In this SOVA test, a set of four statements is presented to the candidate. The individual must rate the statements on a scale of which is most like them, to which is least like them.
To what extent do the following statements reflect your behaviour in the workplace?
There are no right or wrong answers here. The answers you give will help the employer assess whether or not you are right for the role they are recruiting for.
Although you should answer honestly, it is worth spending some time thinking about the key attributes that are vital to the role and how you can demonstrate those.
For the video interview, candidates must answer a series of pre-recorded questions.
You will have one minute to consider the question and prepare an answer. A further three minutes are given for you to record your response.
The SOVA assessments are completed remotely via a Zoom-based platform referred to as the Virtual Assessment Centre (AC).
There is no special software needed and you can access the AC via laptop, PC, mobile or tablet.
Despite the tests being digital, you will still need a pen, paper and calculator within reach for certain elements of the test.
Candidates can try out a practice question at the start of every individual assessment.
There is no defined time limit; however, SOVA does calculate your final score based on how long it took you to answer the questions, so time still matters.
Time yourself when practising the different types of questions; you should aim to complete a numerical or logical reasoning question in under 45 seconds and a verbal reasoning question in under 30 seconds.
Whilst psychometric tests are specifically designed to test what you can’t revise, there are some things you can do to make yourself more comfortable during the test, and therefore stand a better chance of being able to answer the questions on the day without feeling pressured.
Here is our step by step guide for doing well on the SOVA test:
Prepare the area in which you will be taking the test – make sure you have plenty of room and that your calculator, pen and paper, and perhaps a glass of water, are within easy reach.
Make sure you are in a quiet environment, especially when taking the video interview.
Don’t assume that one question you answer is asking the same of you as the one you have just completed.
Make sure you read all of the instructions and advice surrounding every question.
Whilst there are no trick questions, it is very easy to make assumptions about a scenario that haven’t been mentioned in the source material provided.
Read all of the details carefully and make sure you're only answering based on the information you have been given.
In the personality test, there are no right or wrong answers. Go with what you feel is the best reflection of you and the employer's values, go with your gut.
Make sure you are comfortable with the technology being used and make checks to ensure everything is working – particularly the WiFi, microphone and camera.
Psychometric testing can be daunting and the first time you see one of the questions you may feel overwhelmed.
However, putting in the practice before your SOVA assessment will help you get used to the style of questions used in the test so that you don’t get flustered on the day.
It’s important not to rush and potentially miss vital details. When answering questions, you are being timed; however, the timer stops when you are reading the instructions between sections.
Use your time wisely; read through carefully and ensure you understand what you need to do fully before proceeding.
The numerical and logical reasoning questions will often have a single correct answer, and all of the other options will be considered the wrong answer (for example, 2 + 2 = 4, it cannot be 5, 6 or 7), but for a lot of the questions, the answer is more ambiguous.
When answering qualitative questions where what is ‘correct’ is open to debate, think about the role you are applying for and the qualities the employer is looking for.
These assessments aren’t designed to test individuals in the same way a maths exam would. This is not about seeing how good you are at percentages or fractions, it is about assessing your competency at interpreting data, processing information and reacting to certain situations.
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Too many stories have been told of successful leaders who fail in their private lives and consequently neutralize their vocational achievements. Leadership expert Sam Rima believes the time has come for leaders to exercise the same skill and degree of leadership in their personal lives as they do in their organizations.
Despite strong advances in organizational leadership, a key growth area is still lacking for many: self-leadership. Addressing this evident need, Rima offers practical implementation of essential leadership principles and discusses the emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual aspects of self-leadership.
Pastors, church leaders, and all Christians who serve in positions of leadership or authority will benefit from Rima’s insights. Leading from the Inside Out is also a useful tool for leadership classes, as well as church boards and denominational leaders who want to help those they oversee prevent personal failures. The book includes a study guide and a Self-Leadership Workshop at the end of each chapter.
Perfect for students, pastors, church leaders, and laypeople alike, the Logos edition of this volume is fully searchable and easily accessible. Scripture passages link directly to your favorite Bible translation, and important theological concepts link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of resources in your digital library.
In this new book, Leading from the Inside Out, Rima takes us to the inner foundations essential for enduring leadership that is able both to withstand attacks from without and to maintain the integrity and equilibrium of the person within.
—George K. Brushaber, president, Bethel College & Seminary
In this day of interactive media, Dr. Samuel Rima has produced an important contribution on the subject of leadership. Leading from the Inside Out spells out not only important principles but also makes it easy to interact with those principles. I especially appreciate the emphasis on character as there seems to be continually increasing disengagement between character and leadership. This book is well worth reading for those in leadership which, in my opinion, would include all as everyone exerts some level of leadership.
—Clyde Cook, former president, Biola University
One of the results of living in a postmodern age is people who struggle with managing their own lives. Both within and without the church, it is clear that a large number of people need to get back to the basics of learning how to balance their physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual selves. Leading from the Inside Out provides a practical and biblical hands-on resource for assisting all of us to lead our own lives, and those of others, for the glory of God.
—Gary L. McIntosh, professor of Christian ministry and leadership, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University
This is not a book to merely read but a book to do. Grab your journal and your creative thinking to gain some true self insights as you work your way through Leading from the Inside Out. Sam Rima’s self-revelation and discipline sets a strong model for other leaders in this book.
—Chuck Hiatt, executive director, The Good Samaritan Foundation
Anyone who is concerned about personal leadership will be challenged and richly blessed by this wise, insightful book. Sam Rima shares deeply out of his rich experiences—including his struggles—as a pastor. And he has obviously read widely and been mentored by leaders whom he trusts. The specific personal exercises at the end of each section are very helpful. All kinds of church leaders—actual and potential—need to read this book and take it to heart.
—Roger L. Fredrikson, former president, American Baptist Churches
In today’s economically-driven society, Sam Rima offers readers an opportunity to refocus our eyes, ears, and heart on who we are in Christ. Simply put, this book compels the reader to base his/her leadership style on a biblical frame of reference.
—Mark Benedetto, president, University of Sioux Falls
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Highway cable median barriers and guardrails help protect motorists from collisions and roadside hazards. Managing weeds and vegetation that grow around barriers and guardrails is an important part of maintaining these sites long-term, but it can be difficult, costly and cause safety concerns for roadside crews and motorists.
Cable Barrier & Guardrail Vegetation Management
The most common way to control weeds around cable barriers and guardrails is mechanical treatments or a combination of mechanical and a postemergence herbicide. If a postemergence herbicide is relied upon exclusively, the weeds have already produced seed, resulting in another crop of seeds waiting for the opportunity to grow.
There are also safety concerns with mechanical control. Mowing and string trimming on the interstate are one of the most dangerous jobs workers can perform. There is a risk of workers being hit by motorists, and mowers and string trimmers can throw rocks into traffic making it dangerous for motorists.
This common protocol is repetitive, costly and potentially dangerous. It is focused on height regulation rather than eliminating and managing the weeds for an extended period of time.
“The most dangerous job in our district is mowing and string trimming on the interstate. Not just dangerous for us, but for the public also.”
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17. Reflection Spectra
Dr Richard Spragg
Most materials absorb infrared radiation very strongly. As a result samples have to be prepared as thin films or diluted in non-absorbing matrices in order to measure their spectra in transmission. There is no such limitation on measuring spectra by reflection, so that this might look like a more versatile way to obtain spectroscopic information. However reflection spectra often look quite different from transmission spectra of the same material. Here we shall look at the nature of reflection spectra and see when they are likely to provide useful information.
18. The nature of reflection spectra
Figure 1. Reflection and transmission at a plane surface
Reflection takes place at surfaces. When radiation strikes a surface it may be reflected, transmitted or absorbed. The relative amounts of reflection and transmission are determined by the refractive indices of the two media and the angle of incidence. In the common case of radiation in air striking the surface of a medium with refractive index n at normal incidence the reflection is given by (n-1)2/(n+1)2. So for a material with a refractive index of 1.5 the reflection at the surface is 4%. At other angles of incidence the reflection depends on the polarisation of the radiation.
19. The situation becomes more complicated, but also more interesting, when the second medium is absorbing. The refractive index is closely related to the absorption. Because the amount of reflection is determined by the refractive index the reflection changes wherever there is an absorption band. For an isolated absorption band the refractive index has a minimum on the high wavenumber side of the band and a maximum on the low wavenumber side. The reflection spectrum therefore resembles a first derivative, with a minimum to high wavenumber and a maximum to low wavenumber of the band centre. This can be seen in the spectra obtained by reflection from the surface of a block of polymethyl methacrylate and by transmission through a film of the same material in Fig.2.
Figure 2. Reflection and transmission spectra of polymethylmethacrylate
20. The absorption spectrum can be calculated from the measured reflection spectrum by a mathematical operation called the Kramers-Kronig transformation. This is provided in most data manipulation packages used with FTIR spectrometers. Below is a comparison between the absorption spectrum of polymethylmethacrylate obtained by Kramers-Kronig transformation of the reflection spectrum and the spectrum of a thin film.
Figure 3. Transmission and Kramers-Kronig transformation of the reflection spectrum of polymethylmethacrylate
21. The previous examples consist of reflection from the front surface of a sample, sometimes called surface or Fresnel reflection. In many situations, for example reflection from a powder, the reflection spectra do not come from the front surface alone. Radiation that penetrates into the material can reappear after scattering or reflection at a second surface. When this radiation emerges it will have experienced some absorption, depending on the path traversed. Its contribution to the spectrum will have the general character of a transmission spectrum. Spectra of this type are called diffuse reflection spectra.
Figure 4. Diffuse reflection by a powder
22. The appearance of the spectra depends on the relative amounts of surface reflection and of radiation that has penetrated the sample. The main factors that influence this are the particle size and the strength of the absorptions. As the particle size increases the amount of radiation reappearing from within the sample is reduced because more is absorbed before it can be scattered or reflected back to the surface. This can be seen in the spectra of glycine below. It is clear that the derivative-like features of surface reflection are more prominent in the spectrum of the coarse powder. The spectrum of the finely ground material does show more features resembling absorption bands, but still is very different from a transmission spectrum.
Figure 5. Diffuse reflection spectra of glycine (the upper one is offset for clarity).
23. The Kramers-Kronig transform is useful only for pure surface reflection. Spectra with a mixed character such as those above are rather intractable because the shapes and positions of the absorption bands cannot be identified. For qualitative identification it is necessary to maximise the contribution from radiation that has penetrated the sample. This can be done in the mid IR by reducing the particle size, ideally to less than 10mm, and diluting the sample in a non-absorbing matrix such as KBr. The effect of this is to reduce the amount of radiation that is absorbed internally before it can return to the surface. The resultant spectrum resembles a transmission spectrum except that there is a range of different pathlengths within the sample. In consequence the intensities of weaker bands appear enhanced relative to those of stronger bands. This distortion of the band intensities is minimised by ensuring that all the absorptions are weak.
24. Figure 6 shows diffuse reflection spectra of aspirin as a neat powder and diluted in KBr. The sample in KBr is very similar to the spectrum of a KBr disk. In the spectrum of the neat powder the stronger bands all have approximately the same intensities and their shapes are distorted by the contribution of surface reflection. However the weaker bands appear similar in both spectra.
Figure 6. Diffuse reflection spectra of aspirin.
25. Diffuse reflection spectra are often presented in what is called the Kubelka-Munk format rather than in absorbance, or more correctly log(1/R). The Kubelka-Munk intensity K-M is related to the measured reflectance R by an equation of the form: K-M = (1-R)2/2R.
This is said to provide band intensities that are proportional to concentration, as absorbance is for spectra measured by transmission. However the Kubelka-Munk relation was derived for conditions that are not usually met in mid-IR measurements and its use owes more to convention than to any practical advantage. This is clear from the fact that near IR diffuse reflection spectra are very widely used for quantitative analysis, but almost always in the log(1/R) format. A comparison between Kubelka-Munk and log(1/R) presentations is shown in Fig.7.
Figure 7. Diffuse reflection spectra of paracetamol in Kubelka-Munk and log(1/R) formats
26.Practical reflection measurements
Reflection from a single surface is called specular reflection, as if from a mirror. Accessories for measuring specular reflection can be very simple, for example just involving two flat mirrors (Fig. 8). This type of accesssory would be suitable for measuring the reflection from a polished surface, such as the block of polymer used for the spectrum of Figure 1. For many samples the reflection spectrum is complicated by additional reflections from the back surface or by scattering within the sample. This kind of measurement is very successful for carbon-filled polymers with a suitably flat surface. The reason is that any light not reflected from the front surface is totally absorbed and so does not contribute to the spectrum.
Figure 8. Optical arrangement for measuring specular reflection.
27. This type of accessory can also be used to measure what is called a transmission-reflection (or transflectance) spectrum from thin coatings on metal surfaces. In this case the spectrum consists largely of radiation that passes through the coating and is reflected back from the metal surface. It resembles the spectrum that would be obtained from transmission through a film of the coating material. The spectrum will contain a contribution that is directly reflected from the front surface of the coating, but reflection from the metal surface is much higher. A typical spectrum from the coated inner surface of a soft drink can is seen in Fig.10. Coatings on non-metals are generally more difficult to examine. The spectra are not always dominated by the transmission-reflection component and absorption features of the substrate complicate the spectrum.
Figure 9. Transmission/reflection through a coating.
Figure 10. Transmission-reflection spectrum of drink can coating.
28. Transmission-reflection spectra are most useful for protective coatings and contaminants on metal surfaces. These are typically thicker than the wavelength of the infrared radiation being used. It is worth mentioning the rather different case of very thin layers on metal surfaces. Spectra of monomolecular layers can be measured fairly easily but special measurement conditions are used. These involve grazing incidence where the light path is almost parallel to the metal surface, because this greatly enhances the absorption intensity. The enhancement is caused by interaction between the electric field of the radiation and the conducting metal and extends only for a very short distance from the surface. Special grazing angle accessories are available for these measurements.
The radiation contributing to a diffuse reflection spectrum is typically spread over a range of angles and so cannot be collected efficiently with accessories designed to measure specular reflection. A typical arrangement for diffuse reflection measurements is shown below.
Figure 11. Optical arrangement for diffuse reflection.
30.Diffuse reflection spectra in the mid-IR are generally used for qualitative identification of powders. Because sample preparation need involve no more than mixing with KBr the method is simpler and more rapid than making a KBr disk. In principle diffuse reflection spectra can be used for quantitative analysis but this has proved much more successful with near IR data than in the mid-IR. Diffuse reflection can be a very convenient way of obtaining spectra from the surface of hard objects such as polymer mouldings. The method used is to rub the surface with abrasive paper so that a small amount is removed as a powder. The spectrum can be obtained simply by placing the abrasive paper in a diffuse reflection accessory. Figure 12 shows some typical spectra obtained from soft drink bottles obtained in this way.
Figure 12. Spectra of soft drink bottles on silicon carbide abrasive.
REF: Int.J. Vib. Spect.,[www.irdg.org/ijvs] 1, 5, 17-30 (1998)
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Weatherizing homes is a major way to save energy and money and improve comfort. Yet, programs and contractors commonly find health and safety barriers (for example, asbestos, mold or moisture, and knob and tube wiring) that preclude moving forward with weatherization work. These barriers are increasingly being recognized as significant hurdles in addressing homes’ weatherization needs. In fact, Connecticut has documented that over 20 percent of homes in the pipeline for lower-income energy upgrades are deferred due to health and safety issues. While there are many programs to expand home weatherization, strategies to address these barriers are not as well-known, accessible, or widely utilized, blocking progress in weatherizing our existing housing stock. This session will provide insight into the efforts to develop a sustainable program in Connecticut to address health and safety barriers in low-income homes to allow participation in the DOE-funded Weatherization Assistance Program and the utility-funded Home Energy Solutions Income-Eligible Program. The session will provide a toolkit for how other states can use lessons learned from Connecticut to address health and safety barriers in their own state, including information on accessing funding to enable the program as well as program design and elements.
By attending this session, attendees will:
Learn how Connecticut developed a program to address health and safety barriers to weatherizing homes
Learn how your state can take advantage of available funding to address health and safety barriers to weatherizing homes in your state
Learn the program elements and design of a health and safety weatherization barriers program which enables energy efficiency upgrades to proceed in barriered homes, particularly low-income homes
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Additional Book Information
Series: NYRB Classics
Publication Date: February 14, 2023
The Story of a Life
by Konstantin Paustovsky, translated from the Russian by Douglas Smith
An NYRB Classics Original
In 1943, Konstantin Paustovsky, the Soviet Union's most revered author, started out on his masterwork, The Story of a Life, a grand, novelistic memoir of a life lived on the fast-unfurling frontiers of Russian history. Eventually published over six volumes, it would cement Paustovsky's reputation as the voice of Russia around the world, and see him nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Newly translated by Guggenheim fellow Douglas Smith, these are the first three books of Paustovsky's epic for a whole new generation. Taking its reader from Paustovsky's Ukrainian youth, struggling with a family on the verge of collapse and the first flourishes of creative ambition, to his experiences working as a paramedic on Russia's frontlines and then as a journalist covering the country's violent spiral into revolution, The Story of a Life offers a portrait of an artistic journey like no other.
As richly dramatic as the great Russian novels of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, but all the more powerful for its first-hand testament to one of history's most chaotic eras, The Story of Life is a uniquely dazzling achievement of modern literature.
The Story of a Life combines high drama with heroic misadventure in a comico-lyrical amalgam of history and domestic detail that enchants from start to finish. . . .The book is brimful of vivid character sketches, racy incidents and sharp-focused vignettes. Passages of striking lyric beauty. . . .The Story of a Life radiates a terrific vim and thirst for experience. A more gloriously life-affirming book is unlikely to emerge this year.
—Ian Thomson, The Spectator
Paustovksy’s gift is in vivid and humane presentation of the numberless figures who populate his life. . . . For Paustovsky, books are like stars in the darkness, and ‘literature draws us closer to the golden
age of our thoughts, our feelings and our actions’. He was, unquestionably, a part of that golden age, and now with this lively new translation of his memoir, he can be again.
—John Self, The Times
Paustovsky is neither sanguine, nor scathing about communist life, while his prose is highly observational, free from argumentation or theoretical prattle. Instead, he details the emergence of his individual consciousness, dedicated to writing, his country, and the cultivation of a rich inner life, which, set against the developments of early 20th century Ukraine and Russia, makes for a compelling ground-level work of historical testimony.
— Matt Janney, The Calvert Journal
A mid-century Soviet Thoreau.
—Joshua Yaffa, The New Yorker
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In today’s world cutting edge technologies are not a strange topic to the music industry. Digital advancements have not only benefited the professional artists in creating more harmonious, complex sounds, but they also came in handy to beginners and amateurs.
Maybe one of the most popular and lyrical instruments that endured the transcience of time is the piano. Largely known composers, such as Beethoven and Chopin, may come to your mind when you think of the greatest piano musical pieces ever created. Yet the digital piano is no less spectacular than a classic one. As modern technologies developed, the digital models have been built to sound just like a quaint, old-school piece from your aunt’s mansion, while still giving you the chance to create innovative sounds.
So what would be the main benefits of a digital piano?
The electric piano is not only a digital replica of the acoustic instrument. Both professionals and beginners can benefit from not having to deal with strings and hammers that need tuning. In addition, the headphones support gives you the perk to practice at any time of the day without worrying about angry neighbors.
Still, the technological qualities are far from ending here. The newbies into the music world can track their performance by recording and editing their musical work and develop their rhythm assisted by an inbuilt metronome. Also, you may consider an electric piano for children too because they usually dispose of an integrated app that makes the practice fun and motivates the little artist.
What digital piano integrates all of the above mentioned and maybe more?
The Yamaha P71 88-Key Digital Piano makes the shortlist of mrpianist.com of the greatest not-acoustic pianos on the market. As designed by its creators, the instrument delivers a high-standard sound due to the weighted action property. Besides, you may expect 10 different voices and also a dual-mode that enables you to combine two distinct ones.
In search of the piano that will stress the best your playing skills, you might want to look first for a very fine keyboard. To get the absolute piano experience, mrpianist.com suggests a few outstanding choices. We propose to you his number one option, which is the amazing Yamaha P71 88-Key Weighted Action Keyboard. Mrpiano.com classifies this model as the greatest digital piano currently available. To what due?
Probably the best Yamaha keyboard to date, the P71 technology guarantees the organic sound of a real piano. Its 88 fully weighted keys are designed to induce an authentic feel of the instrument, and build the proper finger technique for when the aspiring pianist gets to play a grand acoustic one.
Moreover, another perk of the Yamaha keyboard is certainly the modest space that it requires in your home. Having been designed with a weight of only 25 pounds, the instrument is easily transportable. So don’t bother thinking that you can’t lift it all by yourself!
At last, the P71 is the best Yamaha keyboard not due relieving some pounds off your hands, but due to its spectacular rendition of a grand acoustic piano.
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Regular exposure to construction dust can cause life changing
lung diseases and in serious cases, can even cause death.
When working around areas that may have construction dust,
it is vital that employees are aware of the risks and use the control measures
available to them.
The main dust related diseases affecting workers are:
- Lung Cancer
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Diseases arising from dust can often take a long time to
become evident, with the dust building up in the lungs and causing harm over the
years. By the time damage is usually noticed, it is usually serious and life
threatening. This could result in a permeant disability and early death.
It is an employer’s responsibility to take into consideration
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activities that may expose workers to construction dust, following a three-step
- Assess (The Risks)
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The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) warned that the summer of 2013 could be another summer of tight demand on the state’s electricity-generating resources, and advised consumers to be prepared for energy emergency alerts (EEA) and appeals to reduce energy use during the summer’s warmest weather.
In its seasonal assessment of resource adequacy for the summer, issued March 1, the grid operator said it expected generation reserves to be a little tighter this summer than last, and that the grid operator could see scenarios where the system would have insufficient resources available to serve customer demand.
“By the start of the summer, generation owners will have added about 1,000 MW of new generation resources since last summer,” Warren Lasher, ERCOT’s director of system planning, said during a media briefing. “But our expectation is that, because of population growth in the state and increased economic activity, that our peak loads are likely to grow around 1,200 MW to 1,400 MW.”
Those figures mean the system’s anticipated reserve margin will be 13.2%. ERCOT’s target is 13.75% reserve margin.
If the state experiences a typical summer, the grid operator expects there will be at least a few days where it has to call for customers conservation during the peak hours of the day, from approximately 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. However, if the region experiences a hot spell in August, such as it saw in the summer of 2011, or experiences an outage of one or more large generation units, the grid operator would initiate its energy emergency alert procedures, which could include rotating customer outages.
As with all such predictions, weather is a key factor.
“For the next two seasons, we’ll still forecasting above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation,” Chris Coleman, ERCOT meteorologist, said. “However, there are some exceptions and I don’t see it approaching the extremes of 2011,” when the region experienced prolonged heat waves.
The preliminary summer assessment anticipates a peak demand of 67,998 MW, based on a weather outlook similar to that of 2010 and a slower-growth economic outlook. ERCOT anticipates 73,708 MW of generation capacity before accounting for power plant outages, which typically total about 2,600 MW during an operating day. That generation includes Luminant’s Monticello units 1 and 2, which have a combined generating capacity of 1,070 MW, and which the operator said will be available for the summer season.
One megawatt can serve about 200 Texas homes during peak demand periods, ERCOT said, noting that power demands in its region are highest in summer, primarily due to air conditioning use in homes and businesses.
The report also referred to “more than 1,900 MW of additional capacity” that is currently mothballed, but which could be brought back on-line if necessary, given sufficient lead time. That additional capacity, ERCOT said, could be returned to service in less than four months.
Conditions would be exacerbated if the grid operator experiences a higher than normal number of forced generation outages occur during a period of high demand or if record breaking weather conditions similar to the summer of 2011 lead to even higher than expected peak demands. In such cases, EEA declarations could be followed by a need to institute rotating outages to maintain the integrity of the system as a whole, the grid operator said in its report.
Estimates of available capacity could be revised upward in the near future. Current estimates include wind power at 8.7% of its installed capacity, and ERCOT stakeholders are evaluating whether to recommend increasing that capacity value based on recent performance.
At the same time, ERCOT issued its seasonal assessment of resource adequacy for the spring, in which it said it expected to have sufficient installed generating capacity to serve forecasted peak demands with expected generation outages in the upcoming March through May season. As long as extreme weather well beyond expected conditions does not occur during the early part of the season when power plants are undergoing maintenance to prepare for summer, ERCOT does not anticipate having to issue EEAs during the spring of 2013, it said.
The ERCOT region’s all-time record peak occurred on Aug. 3, 2011, when consumer demand hit 68,305 MW. Although the summer of 2012 was much milder than the record-breaking conditions that marked the previous year, ERCOT still experienced new monthly peaks in June, July and September.
ERCOT will continue to assess conditions to determine if additional actions should be taken to help protect system reliability this summer, and will issue a final assessment for summer 2013 in May.
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Connecting generations of Kirkton Community Centre attendees over a meal of playful interactions in a bid to tackle a decline in local community buildings.
There is a feeling within the Kirkton Community Centre in the north of Dundee, that they don’t have long before the council have their way and the building is lost, adding to the long list of others like it. The building was once a place of such vibrancy, hosting chaotic bingo nights, race nights and beetle drives.
Play With Your Food is a service aimed at the Kirkton community centre inspired by the attendees of its Thursday afternoon community meal. Relishing in these memories, it aims to reverse the nationwide decline that has occurred since the late 70s, embracing the community’s favourite games and foods and using them as a common language for connection. Structured as a starter, main course and dessert with each game widening its circle of connection. The starter connects you with the person opposite. The main now has the entire table involved. The dessert brings the whole room together.
It's loud, It’s collaborative, It’s energetic. It’s everything dinner isn’t meant to be.
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Donald Trump has a problem. He could be the most disliked politician in the country.
A recent Bloomberg survey found he's disliked by 68 percent of those polled.
News outlets have noted Trump is disliked even more than Congress and the Republican Party.
In reality, it's probably unrealistic to compare how people view a single person to how they view a group. But the Republican establishment could use it to further the argument that Trump is the problem.
The pollster who oversaw the recent survey said, "Trump's numbers are bad and getting worse." Favorability ratings for the GOP are the lowest since Bloomberg started recording them in 2009, despite the party's attempts to distance itself from the billionaire.
Anyone can see from his primary election wins Trump has a very loyal following. But Bloomberg polls show his favorability has dropped about 15 percent since November. That's not a good sign when you're trying to sway undecided voters.
In both the Bloomberg poll and a recent CNN/ORC poll, Trump lost by large margins to Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton in hypothetical general elections.
Fifty-three percent of those in Bloomberg's poll viewed Clinton unfavorably. That's not a great sign for her, but it's better than Trump's score.
John Kasich is the only Republican candidate who beat Clinton in hypothetical elections in the two polls we mentioned, but he sits at a distant third in his party's nomination race.
The problem for Kasich, and possibly the Republican establishment, is a majority of conservatives in Bloomberg's poll thought Trump should get the Republican nomination, even if he doesn't win a majority of delegates.
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Below is an article that Michelle Wade first published on Forbes.com titled: Private Flight Options that Don’t Require Purchasing an Entire Plane
Article – Private Flight Options That Don’t Require Purchasing An Entire Plane
If your business travel needs do not require the purchase of an entire private aircraft, you still have many private flight options, ranging from options with no future commitment to options with continuing obligations. There are benefits and costs to each flight option, so ask questions and then decide which option is best for you.
Charter A Private Plane
Charter is a no-commitment way to fly on a private jet. You contact charter companies to schedule needed flights. Your business may obtain wonderful last-minute deals, or you may find that no last-minute charter flights are available if your business trip is on a busy travel day.
With the increase in private flying, there is confusion over terms such as “charter” and “dry lease.” To the FAA a charter flight does not mean reimbursing a friend to use his plane and crew. A charter flight means paying a charter company that has previously obtained authorization from the FAA to provide charter flights to the public. The friend reimbursement flight may be cheaper and easier to arrange, but there are risks. There may not be insurance coverage if an incident occurs and the insurance company determines that the friend reimbursement flight was not in compliance with the FAA regulations or the insurance policy requirements.
Buy A Jet Card
Buying a jet card is a low-commitment way to fly on a private jet. You deposit funds with the jet card company as a prepayment for your business trips. Before purchasing a jet card, business owners should ask questions:
1. Are your common business flight destinations in the jet card company’s primary service area?
2. How many hours do you fly annually, and how many jet card hours will you purchase?
3. Does the jet card company have several aircraft in the program that fit your trip needs?
4. What are the terms of the jet card company’s contract if you need flexibility for last-minute schedule changes?
A larger initial deposit can result in a lower hourly rate, but if the jet card company files for bankruptcy, your business will lose any benefit from the advance payment.
Buy A Fractional Interest
Buying a fractional interest for your business involves more commitment than buying a jet card. Although fractional interests are commonly referred to as “50 hours in a Phenom 300” or “20 days in a Phenom 300,” your business is buying an ownership interest in a specific aircraft when it buys a fractional interest, whereas a jet card is the purchase of a contract right to fly a defined number of hours. When considering the purchase of a fractional interest, business owners should ask these questions in addition to the questions suggested when considering a jet card purchase:
1. Which entity will own the fractional interest, and can it take a tax deduction?
2. What is the length of the term of ownership of the fractional interest and can you terminate the contract prior to the end of that term?
3. What are the peak days in the fractional program and what special rules apply to flights on those days?
Buy An Aircraft With Other Business Owners
When your business buys an aircraft with other business owners, it requires your commitment to continuing to insure and maintain the aircraft. It also requires your commitment to get along with the other owners. Do you and the other potential aircraft owners work well with others and have the financial ability to pay your share of a large, unexpected expense? Making detailed advance plans on how to handle common and difficult situations and then documenting those decisions can save hours of work, cost and heartburn in the future. Even though it feels unnecessary when everyone is excited and in agreement about the aircraft purchase, you’ll appreciate the upfront work in the future. Obtaining tax and regulatory advice from experienced aviation professionals before you purchase the aircraft can benefit everyone involved. Your liability may increase if another owner of the aircraft is not operating the aircraft in compliance with the FAA regulations. Potential aircraft owners should discuss:
1. What taxes will be due?
2. What percentage interest will each business own?
3. What rules apply for scheduling the aircraft and does any owner have priority?
4. Is there a limit on the annual flight hours allocated to each owner?
5. How will the owners pay for repositioning flights when the aircraft flies from one owner’s destination to pick up another owner?
Business owners have more choices than ever before when selecting how to fly on private aircraft. Identify your needs and ask questions to select the best private flight option for your business flights.
Michelle M. Wade is a Partner with the aviation law firm of Jetstream Aviation Law, P.A. and counsel clients on the acquisition, financing and operation of corporate jets operated under Part 91 and Part 135 of the US Federal Aviation Regulations. Jetstream Aviation Law can be found at www.JetstreamLaw.com. Michelle Wade (firstname.lastname@example.org)
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“Digital transformation is not providing a downloadable PDF,” commented Jon Briggs. And then he introduced a man who knows exactly what it is.
Group Vice President, IDC
IDC has been tracking technology and how people use it for over 50 years.
There are two common questions I get about digital transformation:
- Is it just hype?
A valid question – I’ve seen lots of terms come and go without leaving much impact. There’s a rule of thumb: if you need one more thing to go in a report add “get executive sponsorship” because it’s never wrong. With that in mind, I went looking for what CEOs are saying about it, and they are gung-ho. And, they’re making it a business strategy. We’re in a treadmill economy – lackluster growth – so we’ve gotten good at keeping profit margins high and sitting on piles of cash. They use it to prop up the stock price but there’s no real growth in that. So where’s the growth? Warren Buffet said that “data is the new oil.” Oil enabled an output focused economy. This time, it’ll be on the input end. What if we could reduce the costs of healthcare by 50%? But it’s not about conveniences for the buyer, it’s about the experience. You have to become a jazz musician playing 3,000 chords for three people, not a rock star playing three chords for 30,000 people.
- What does it mean?
Our definition has to include true transformation. Not just changes to the way we do the things we do now, but whole new capabilities for the business, including decision making.
Mastery of relationships (or experiences)
The first platform was reach. The second platform was relevancy. Now, we’re talking reciprocity. Lego is a great example of a company that’s been having this conversation. It goes back to the Mindstorm product, which hackers started customizing. The first reaction was “call the lawyers” but then the CEO said, “wait, what if we let them do it?” and that started the conversation with the customers. But then Fusion was a failure. Children don’t have the patience to build a stop motion movie. Why mention failure? This conversation requires the courage to fail in public.
Creating the experience promise doesn’t mean a thing if the backend systems can’t deliver on it.
Mastery of operations
This trio is scale to scope to speed.
Tim Cook was VP of operations at Apple before he took over, and he understood the value of speed in adapting the business and the supply chain. It was a huge part of Apple’s success. Local Motors designed and built a 3D printed car pattern in less than a year. It won’t pass road legislation but it was a huge achievement in an industry that typically takes four times that. Engineers typically respond well to these community contributions, because they thrive on the conversation about their products.
Mastery of Information
Syntax – Semantics – Socialization
Schindler did a project where they put sensors in elevator cars and used location services in their servicing. But it’s what they did afterward that was much more impressive. They realized that they had information on how billions of people move through cities. They bundled it up and started selling it to cities and urban planners.
Most organizations are still just starting this journey. 64% of organizations are what we term ‘digital explorers’ or ‘digital players’. Only 22% are transformers or disrupters. There are barriers – technological and cultural – to move through each stage. Still, 3rd platform spending is growing with double digit growth, while second platform spending is shrinking.
Line of business is going to lead here, with board sponsorship. IT, you’re going to have to partner with the line of business to get this done.
There are three architectural constructs:
Over five years a modernization process can spend 30% less, and get 50% more done. You have to keep your core systems up to date – it’s worth it.
This is where the money goes. You have to build digital models of your businesses. You have to “DVR” those processes, rewind them to analyze, and fast forwards to predict what happens next.
Imagine if there was an industry cloud for architects or city planners – if I have people movement data, that’s my sales channel. That’s how industry clouds can enable monetization.
So here’s some advice for a CIO:
- Build infrastructure at scale
- Create integration with other systems, around microservices
- Provide resources to support insight – there might not be enough data scientists to live within the lines of businesses
- Interfaces become hugely important – agile methodologies, and physical and data security
- And make sourcing a key competency – you need to know how to deals with public clouds
One final thought:
My daughter does equestrian eventing. There you have to:
- Know the course
- Trust the course
- Have the courage to make the jump.
In digital transformation:
- Know the technology
- Trust the strategy
- Have the courage to make the leap
Operations Director, Sauber Formula 1 team
Our race team? 50 or 60 people at the track and two drivers. We have 350 people in Switzerland as well. And we’re a small team in Formula 1. We’ve come a long way. What does that mean?
Well, we’ve done more than 40 years in Formula 1 and we’ve been world championships in many other races. We won the 24 hours of Le Mans and the World Sports Prototype Championship. We’ve had good times and we’ve bad times. In the good times, you have to be prepared for the bad ones. Have a plan B. But just as important is to tell people in the bad times to be ready for the good times. We got the chance with BMW and we have the chance again with Longbow Finance.
We have employees from 28 countries – Formula 1 is not at all localized. We are a technology company with customers and technology partners. Formula 1 is a marketing platform. It’s one of the most important ones – it reaches a lot of people. It has a similar reach to the Olympic Games every year! We have 119 broadcast stations, reaching about 515 million people worldwide (roughly the population of Europe).
The complicated simple car
Now the car. On one side, yeah, it’s complicated. On the other, it’s really simple. We don’t have to worry about a range of temperature conditions. We don’t have to worry about driver comfort. If he has a good argument like being cozy makes him faster, I’ll listen. Otherwise, I don’t care. In fact, we only care about performance, safety and reliability.
Yes, we will lose cars. There will be crashes. But if you’re making mistakes and have a 10% scrap rate, you should be polishing your CV. So that leaves performance, which everyone is focusing on. We have to be fast and that is so difficult when everyone is doing it. Our product lifecycle is nine months. We have to relentlessly move forwards.
Every race is different. In theory, you want a different car for every race. You want different aero parts for the different tracks to make the most of the chances to build speed, on the straight or otherwise. The time of one car for the whole season is over. We need the systems to manage that and have the car changes ready in time. We need tight processes and work fast. And because we’re small, we need to work smart. We cannot afford to try multiple versions.
Model, model and model again
The most important thing is the aerodynamics. More downforce on the car, with less drag. And we use Computation Fluid Dynamic to model it. Then you build a 60% model and put it in the wind tunnel. And then you test on the track. We cover the cars with sensors to gather data. The aerodynamic work never stops – and it will never stop.
We model fuel tank slosh. The more fuel in the car, the slower you are. We could go lower than the fuel we take now but there must be enough left at the end of the race for testing.
We have such good competitors that I am so happy to have such strong partners like IFS that can do things we need better than us.
Without data, F1 wold not be the same. But it re-informs our industry partners. BMW learned from our carbon cage for the drivers. They learned how to check for damage and repair it. In F1 we can chuck it away. You can’t for a €120,000 that’s had a crash. So, yes, we have the F1 car as the final product, but we are also creating things for the aerospace industry, for the car industry and even for the health industry. We’ve just milled a titanium backbone piece.
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This page provides the energy cost, CO2 intensity and CO2 cost that can be used to evaluate your operating cost.
The following values are national grid information compiled by official bodies or non governmental organizations. They can be used if your electricity comes from the national grid.
In case your plant produces its own electricity, follow the following guidelines:
- Electricity cost: this is normally an information internal to your company based on your power plant efficiency and the cost of your primary energy supply
- CO2 intensity:
- Gas turbine (Simple cycle) or steam turbine: 720 gCO2/kWh (ie 25% overall efficiency)
- Combine cycle: 400 gCO2/kWh (ie 45% overall efficiency)
1 - ELECTRICITY COST
Electricity cost in c$/kWh (dec 2019)
Select a country on the map below. Values will show the electricity cost in c$/kWh. The map may take a few minutes to upload fully.
Electricity cost US (source /www.eia.gov/)
Click on the state and look for the industrial value in the bar chart. Values are given in centUSD/kWh.
2 - CARBONE INTENSITY
Select a country on the map below. Values will show the CO2 intensity in gCO2/kWh. The map may take a few minutes to upload fully.
3 - CO2 emission cost
The worldbank provide aggregated information on pricing. See the price tab. It is advised to double check the local regulation to confirm that the tax actually applies to your region and your industry.
Other factors to take into account is the efforts that your company is doing toward carbon emission reductions and the anticipated rise of CO2 cost in the next years.
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Safari for Mac makes it simple to reopen any accidentally closed windows or tabs from your last browsing session, but did you know that you can also bring back one or more tabs or windows that you closed during your current session? This tutorial shows you how to do just that.
How to reopen closed Safari tabs on Mac
You can view multiple web pages in a single Safari window by opening them in tabs.
Each tab is its own process that consumes CPU time, RAM, and other system resources. Therefore, it makes sense to close any Safari tabs and windows you no longer need in order to cut down on RAM usage, conserve power, and free up CPU cycles for other tasks. But did you close one accidentally or unknowingly and wish to open it again?
Safari for Mac lets you reopen your recently closed tab(s) in three different ways.
1. Use keyboard or menu shortcut
Use the standard undo shortcut Command + Z to bring back the last closed tab or choose Undo Close Tab from the Edit menu. If you’ve closed multiple tabs in a row, invoke the shortcut repeatedly to reopen closed tabs one by one.
The shortcut won’t execute if you perform another undoable action after closing a tab. In that case, choose the option Reopen Last Closed Tab from Safari’s History menu or press the corresponding keyboard shortcut Shift + Command + T.
Like with the undo action, you can press this shortcut repeatedly to resurrect several tabs in the order you closed them, which is really nice. If you have closed a window instead of a tab, this menu option will read Reopen Last Closed Window.
2. Use the New Tab icon
Safari’s New Tab icon has a secret: not only does it let you create a new tab, but also quickly resurrects your recently closed tab(s). To access the list of recently closed tabs in older Safari versions, click and hold the “+” icon on the rightmost side of Safari’s tab bar.
In newer versions of Safari, this button appears in the toolbar.
Up pops a menu with all of the tabs you’ve closed in this browsing session. Select a webpage you’d like to reopen, then click the mouse or trackpad to bring it back.
I prefer this method over the undo action because it reopens a closed tab right where it was. I try to keep my tab bar organized so this has been really helpful. On the downside, restarting Safari clears the list of recently closed tabs under the New Tab button.
3. Check your Safari history
Lastly, you can reopen a recently closed webpage by choosing the Recently Closed item from Safari’s History menu, then choose the webpage from a sub-menu that you want to reopen. Or, select the Reopen Last Closed Window menu option to quickly bring back the most recently closed Safari window along with all of its tabs.
The list of recently closed webpages in the History menu remains intact when Safari is restarted, unlike that under the New Tab button—even though they’re the same lists. If you just restarted Safari and want to reopen a tab that was closed during a previous browsing session, use the history method.
Don’t forget that you can quickly consolidate and convert all your Safari windows to tabs in a single window by choosing the Merge All Windows action from the Window menu.
Other browser tips:
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Building a Nation in China’s Borderlands, 1919–45
Contemporary Chinese Studies
Published by: UBC Press
198 pages, 152.00 x 229.00 mm, 17 b&w photos, 3 maps
- ISBN: 9780774867559
- Published: September 2022
The centre may hold, but borders can fray. Frontier Fieldwork explores the work of social scientists, agriculturists, photographers, and missionaries who took to the field in China’s southwest at a time when foreign political powers were contesting China’s claims over its frontiers. In the early twentieth century, when the threat of imperialism loomed large in the Sino-Tibetan borderlands, these fieldworkers undertook a nation-building exercise to unite a disparate, multi-ethnic population. Andres Rodriguez exposes the transformative power of the fieldworkers’ efforts, which placed China’s margins at the centre of its nation-making process and race to modernity.
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Things are changing and after an especially unstable spell wherein one of the principle trades, MtGox sought financial protection, the cash appears to have sunk into an increasingly steady example permitting speculators to have the option to take a deliberate perspective on whether to hazard their cash in money that in fact does not exist.
In spite of the fact that Cryptocurrencies are getting progressively well known, the market is still very little, implying that great and awful news can disproportionate affect the cost. The drawn out viewpoint for Cryptocurrencies is conceivably acceptable, implying that the upside on cost is more grounded than the potential for decay over the long haul. Most intermediaries suggest that you consider Cryptocurrency a medium to long haul venture in light of its unpredictability. Consider it as far as land. Nobody purchases and sells houses all the time and there can be huge drops in property costs yet the drawn out pattern at property costs is as a rule up. The equivalent can be said for Cryptocurrencies. While there is a noteworthy every day exchange the cash, numerous Cryptocurrency News are held as ventures as examiners accept that it is possible the cost of Cryptocurrencies will rise long haul since they are getting all the more broadly acknowledged.
Similarly as with every money related instrument, costs are affected by flexibly and request. Cryptocurrencies are the same yet what has caused huge variances in cost has been the bizarre idea of the news that affected the gracefully and request:
- The chapter 11 of MtGox, one of the greatest Cryptocurrency trades
- The shutting down of Silk Road which supposedly acknowledged Cryptocurrencies for sedate exchanging
- The divulgence by the government that in spite of the negative employments of Cryptocurrencies, they accepted that the money had a future
- The media has likewise worked up enthusiasm by giving an account of achievements in the money’s ascent and fall, trumpeting the ascent to over 1000 and its resulting dive on awful exposure.
By and large the exhortation on putting resources into Cryptocurrencies is to sit and watch the market for two or three weeks to get a thought of how the cash exchanges, its instability and patterns. It is hard to track down gossip that has not in a flash influenced the worth, such a significant number of propose contributing a modest quantity and basically looking for circumstances, similar to setting take benefit levels with offers and Forex, you can do likewise on Cryptocurrencies; it is slightly longer procedure and somewhat less mechanized. Cryptocurrencies speak to an energizing and possibly worthwhile medium to long haul speculation vehicle. Energizing since it has not yet been acknowledged into the standard of monetary forms or venture vehicles.
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AgriTech Hub fund is particularly interested in the following areas:
Smart fields – precision agriculture
We invest in process solutions, which are based on collecting data on spatial diversity of crops within a field and facilitating their analysis and interpretation. We are also interested in projects associated with the dosage of plant protection and nourishment products.
AgriTech Hub keeps a close eye on areas associated with materials and raw materials of natural origin, which can find application in the food industry. Here examples include biodegradable packaging, edible tableware or everyday use items.
Food e-commerce – Farm‑2‑consumer
It is not only farmers and producers who stand to benefit from the technologies we are involved with, but also the consumers. AgriTech Hub invests in the development of modern - and thus mobile and flexible - approach to food purchasing and delivery.
New plant varieties
The future of a modern and innovative agriculture and food sector also lies in new plant varieties - more resistant to the changing climate and pests - but at the same time those which retain their health promoting qualities. The AgriTech Hub invests in plant varieties which use the available resources, such as water, more efficiently. Within the scope of this sector, we are keenly interested in a technology which will reduce the time scale for the introduction new varieties, thorough in vitro androgenesis for example.
AgriTech Hub attentively watches the process solutions used in food production and processing. In our eyes, there is potential in the growth of this scientific discipline and we’d gladly take a closer look at the most innovative projects, even at their early inception stages. Here, our areas of interest include: research on dehydrating plat products, food disinfection methods prior to placing in sterile packaging, as well as osmotic drying methods and using waves with certain desired properties.
There are major investment opportunities in the sector engaged with managing food which is past its sell by date and food production wastes. Due to the scale of food production waste generation and the quantity of food past its sell by date wasted by supermarket chains, the Waste-tech area lies within the fund’s zone of interest.
Renewable energy sources is a sector where AgriTech Hub sees the potential for groundbreaking and commercially viable projects. This holds particularly true for fermentation processes optimisation at biogas power plants, with the use of developed microbes and microorganisms, which optimise production processes.
Also of particular interest is the Internet of Things (IoT) concept as well as data collection technologies. It is estimated that the number of IoT devices supplied to the agriculture industry will reach 70 million in 2020, pursuant to 20% year on year growth. Most of these sensors are measuring devices: soil acidity, moisture content, temperature, light exposure as well as other factors affecting growth of crops.
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Does Checking Your Credit Score Lower It Canada
Does Checking Your Credit Score Lower It Canada: A payday loan is actually the easiest implies for Canadians to obtain an amount as much as $1500 amount of money in an immediate manner. As well as, that as well versus their following paycheque. It is among one of the absolute most typical methods towards organizing funds for salaried people. A bulk of Canadians dealing with unexpected monetary shortages like failing to pay out the electrical power expenses, vehicle repair work expenses, clinical expenses, as well as costs like that discover a simple escape towards organizing money through payday loans.
However, one of the absolute most typical concerns individuals inquire about is actually whether payday loans affect credit scores or otherwise. Therefore, within this particular blog site, we’ll be actually responding to this concern thoroughly as to perform payday loans affect the credit scores of individuals as well as exactly just what elements they make up. However prior to relocating additional, lets’ have a look at some info on credit scores.
Understand Some History-Info on Credit Scores
Credit scores are actually incredibly important varieties for customers to display their credit background. The scores are actually based upon your present financing, credit memory card dues, exceptional loans, resettlement background, as well as various other associated elements. These scores really display your capability towards managing borrowings currently as well as previously also.
Currently, exactly just what is actually the precise worth of a reasonable as well as a poor credit score? Effectively, it depends upon the credit bureau which is actually determining the exact very same. In Canada, certainly, there certainly are actually primarily 2 running credit-stating companies referred to as Equifax as well as TransUnion. Each of the companies has actually their collection racking up the dining table for customers to inspect their credit ratings.
300-499 Extremely Bad 500-600 Bad 601-660 Reasonable 661-780 Great 781-850 Outstanding Resource: credit karma
Currently, you can easily comprehend coming from the over dining table exactly just how a specific credit score impacts your obtaining capability. You should be actually believing right below, perform payday loan providers inspect the credit ratings of customers? Effectively, the solution to that’s indeed as well as no. Certainly, there certainly are actually a couple of loan providers that just validate your individual info like the location of the home, deal with evidence, get in touch with information, financial institution information, as well as income information towards providing last authorization. As well as, they don’t trouble to undergo the outlined credit records coming from any one of the companies.
It is actually since credit inspection doesn’t happen free of charge. Vendors, as well as loan providers, need to pay out a little bit of cost towards getting credit records coming from the company. Beyond, some financing businesses perform to comply with a strict credit inspecting procedure while providing temporary loans like payday. They inspect your self-report associated with for the length of time you have actually been actually functioning as a salaried private in your present task, if your financial institution information is actually appropriate, as well as perform you have actually an equilibrium in your checking account or otherwise.
In Exactly just what Problem Performs Payday Loan Affect the Credit Ratings?
Generally, an immediate money loan like payday providing doesn’t affect the credit scores of a customer. However on the other hand, if you cannot settle the quantity within the defined opportunity, after that certainly there certainly will be actually consequences on your credit ratings.
Wish to know exactly just how? Effectively, check out it listed below.
Inspect Throw: As you currently understand, the customer needs to provide a cheque of the overall quantity of the loan together with extra charges towards the loan provider effectively ahead of time. It is actually maintained along with the loan provider towards money in the cheque on the as a result of the day. However, suppose you don’t have actually sufficient funds in the checking account. Within this particular situation, your cheque will certainly be actually jumped.
Straight, it will certainly certainly not affect your credit score. Nevertheless, when loan providers deal with the cheque throw, they notify the exact very same towards the collection agency that records towards the credit bureau. As well as, eventually your score decreases in the record. By doing this you can easily comprehend that payday loans can easily really affect your credit ratings.
Unsettled Quantity: One more situation through which you might have actually reduced credit scores in the account is actually payment failure. In some cases, customers might certainly not organize the funds as a result of the day as well as fall under the rolling-over financial obligation pattern. Within this particular circumstance, loan providers straight record towards the collection agency once more that go directly towards the credit bureau.
This adversely impacts your credit score in the long run. Certainly not simply this just, payment failure impact on your credit ratings can easily final as much as 7 years, even though you pay out the total towards the collection agency. Inning accordance with the Nationwide Financial obligation Alleviation, a payday loan is actually a lot costly as well as dangerous as compared with the requirement of temporary or even long-lasting loans. A little error might wind up in struggling with reduced credit ratings.
Suits: The most awful of all of is actually the circumstance through which the financial obligation collection agency sues you for certainly not repay the loan on schedule as well as routine payment failure. Therefore, if you don’t appear for the situation or even may shed it, this will certainly affect your credit score for as much as 7 years or even much a lot extra.
It is actually much a lot better towards comprehending that payday loans can easily or even cannot affect your credit ratings. Depending upon the situations like a rolled overpayment, failing towards satisfying the due dates, or even continue including the rate of interest as well as late payment fees. As a matter of fact, 80% of payday customers deal with this type of troublesome circumstance when requesting this monetary deal in an unplanned way.
Ways to Happened Away from Impacted Credit Score Circumstance?
Certainly, there certainly are actually a couple of manner ins which assist you to remain unsusceptible to a poor credit account while requesting payday loans. Simply comply with the below-mentioned factors.
Perform Certainly not Use Quickly: It is actually finest suggested certainly not to earn a frivolous payday loan request if you are actually uncertain of the payment on schedule. View your monetary problem very initially and after that comprise your thoughts.
Be actually cautious of Payments: You ought to certainly not simply request a loan immediately. Much a lot better towards checking out some terms and after that wait a couple of times towards evaluating your financial circumstance. If there’s everything dangerous you discover around the loan deal after that prevent requesting it. It is actually much a lot better for you to deal with being rejected compared to confining on your own in the continuous financial obligation pattern.
Use With Authentic Loan provider: Constantly choose towards request payday loans on the internet with a licensed as well as certified loan provider. It is actually more crucial to have actually all of the rates of passion fees, late payment fees, as well as extra charges information towards understanding effectively ahead of time.
If you discover Ensured Payday Loans No Issue Exactly just what Canada be actually your lifestyle savior currently towards managing the crippling financial circumstance, after that, you can easily contact our team. Our team is actually right below towards offering you much-needed monetary assist day and night together with outlined info on temporary loans versus your following paycheque. Simply undergo the appropriate info as well as preferably request a loan that will certainly create your lifestyle financial obligation as well as hassle-free.
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Where do the unique Zero Gravity flights
aboard an IL-76 take place?
The unique adventure “Zero Gravity flight aboard a IL-76 MDK” is conducted by our agency in Russia not far from Moscow on a special Airplane-labaratory IL-76 MDK (belonging to Roscosmos).
We are organizing exclusive flights in Zero-gravity.
The closest Zero G Flight: 3 - 4 March, 2022
We are receiving documents till the: 10 January, 2022
The closest Zero G Flight: 28 - 29 July, 2022
We are receiving documents till the: 30 May, 2022
Price of a Zero Gravity flight for one person — 5000 euros
To book a Zero Gravity flight, please contact us via email: firstname.lastname@example.org
What is the idea behind the Zero Gravity flight for tourists?
We often ask ourselves what is Zero Gravity (weightlessness) and why can we only experience it in space and how would we be able to try it out on the Earth? There are several definitions, most of which are connected to Physics, that explain the Zero Gravity. But to get straight to the point — Zero Gravity is a condition, under which the force of gravity equals zero. Nowadays, real weightless-ness is experienced only by astronauts in outer space. They both live and work under Zero Gravity conditions. Before actually going to space, every single astronaut goes through a special training that imitates the Zero Gravity on the Earth. Precisely these trainings are the so-called «Zero Gravity Flight aboard a IL-76 MDK». These Zero Gravity trainings for the future astronauts and tourists can be only performed in high-technology training centers such as the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center (Moscow).
How is the Zero Gravity mode reached aboard the IL-76 MDK?
The IL-76 MDK plane ascends to a height of 6000 meters, and then at an angle of 45 degrees with maximum speed rises to 9000 meters. Precisely at this moment aboard the plane the tourists feel a g-force of 2G. When the plane is tracing the parable through its apex for its next descend a Zero Gravity mode is created for about 25 to 30 seconds. Further the plane descends to a height of 6000 meters and maintains that horizontal position for some time. Hereinafter the whole process is repeated — the plane reaches the 9000 meters, the Zero Gravity mode is reached and finally it descends! Tourists who are on board periodically feel a g-force of 2G.
During the flight aboard the IL-76 MDK from 10 to 15 Zero Gravity modes. Also, during all the flight on board a IL-76 MDK there will be a group of specialists and instructors from the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center present that not only control the performance of the event itself, but also provide the tourists’ safety during the Zero-G flight.
The number of participants in one flight should not be more than 14 people! This allows us to make the Zero-G flight not only more comfortable for the tourists, but safe and fun as well!
Costs of a Zero Gravity flight aboard a IL-76 MDK
The ZeroG flight aboard a IL-76 MKD for tourists has become one of the most popular branches of space tourism! This is one of the most extraordinary and cool adventures in the whole world! By feeling weightless, you will feel like a free bird flying inside the plane…or astronaut flying in space!
Now you can realize your dream, by taking part in this unique space adventure “Zero Gravity flight aboard a IL-76” in Russia, that is carried out along with the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center at the Chkalovsky airport not far from Moscow! We guarantee you emotions and experiences for your whole life!
Zero Gravity flight’s cost – 5 000 euros (cost for one person attending a group flight).
Zero gravity flight incluiding the 3 day tour to Moscow
The booking of the program “Zero Gravity flight aboard a IL-76” should be done not less than 45 days before the appointed date of the ZeroG flight.
A Zero Gravity flight attracts those who love the unusual, cool and extreme!
Judging by the work we have done so far we can say that the adventure “Zero Gravity flight on board a IL-76” is an unique team building activity for any company that wants to carry out a corporate party or to celebrate the company’s anniversary! Usually, for those kind of activities the whole plane is booked.
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- Protects against the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays
- Protects against blue light
- Helps reduce signs of premature ageing
FILTERS: protect against UV rays.
MELANIN: is known for protecting against blue light and its harmful effects on skin ageing.
DNA: Sacrifices itself to protect the DNA in the cell nuclei.
ELASTOPROTECTINE: is known for protecting elastic fibres.
Before sun exposure, apply a generous amount of sunscreen to sensitive areas (forehead, nose, cheeks, brown spots, etc.). Reapply frequently to maintain the level of protection, especially after perspiring, swimming or towel drying the skin. Avoid contact with the eyes.
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Vermont students let Bernie Sanders know how COVID disrupted their lives during virtual town hall
Sen. Bernie Sanders wanted to hear from Vermont students about their experiences during the pandemic, and he did.
In addition to a group of student panelists, nearly 500 Vermont students joined live for the virtual event March 15. More than 163,000 people viewed the meeting through Sanders' social media platforms.
The purpose of the event was to hear students’ experiences and to get ideas from them about what communities, the state, and Congress can do to support them, according to a news release about the event.
How teens are coping with isolation:A year without hugs, high-fives or hanging out
"This year has been the worst year for our country, and maybe the world in a very, very long time. And you, the younger people of this country, have seen your lives disrupted in a way that we have never seen before," Sanders said.
Some major themes students discussed included the loss of extracurricular, college, and job opportunities; loneliness, social isolation and mental health concerns; unreliable broadband; and lack of sufficient help and resources, according to a news release from Sanders' team following the event.
What teens had to say about impact of COVID-19
On mental health:
“This year’s public health crisis has been detrimental at times to my mental wellbeing and to the wellbeing of a lot of people I really care about. A lot of the mental health issues that I and my peers have faced has been exacerbated, not just by the isolation and uncertainty of this time, but by the continued rigor and pace of our education and lives, with limited mental health resources available," said Iva Armour-Jones from Brattleboro High School.
Connection issues both in wi-fi and access to teachers, peers:
"At home I struggled with Wi-Fi, living in rural Vermont. I have always been a straight ‘A’ student, but missing the connection to teachers took a toll on me. As a hands-on-worker, sitting behind a computer for 8 hours a day with no physical connection to teachers and classmates was really hard,” said Dustin Beloin from North Country Career Center.
On social isolation:
“The largest hurdle I’ve faced in the past year has been isolation. Support systems are important and I had almost all of mine fall into disrepair," said Elly Bliss from St. Johnsbury Academy.
Loss of extra-curriculars:
“It was an acute mental health issue for us. A lot of people were going to school six hours a day, and had nothing to look forward to after school,” said Isabella LaFemina from Rutland High School.
Bernie Sanders on what Congress is doing to help
Sanders led a discussion taking questions from his student audience. He also detailed some of what Congress was doing to help, including funding for mental health care and the $352 million that Vermont will receive to support education.
The money greatly increases the state's ability to offer after school and summer programming. Sanders solicited ideas from the students about types of summer programming they felt would be most beneficial. Responses included job opportunities, college and career counseling, virtual or in-person college fairs, community service, performance opportunities, civic engagement events, trauma education and mental health programs, according to information from Sanders' office.
Vermont Afterschool and a school counselor also detailed possible types of summer programs including performing arts and sports opportunities, continuing food and nutrition programs as well as offering counseling.
Sanders concluded, “Your voice is important. You are the future of this country. You have the right to express your point of view, especially in this very difficult moment that you and your friends are living through."
You can watch the entire one-and-a-half hour town hall here.
Contact April Barton at firstname.lastname@example.org or 802-660-1854. Follow her on Twitter @aprildbarton.
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Fresh Pea’s in the Box, 400 grams
Peas are having high concentration of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients in peas provides important health benefits that range from keeping your eyes healthy. Peas contain the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin. These nutrients help protect your eyes from chronic diseases, such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Lutein and zeaxanthin act as filters from harmful blue light, which contributes to cataracts and macular degeneration.
Peas are rich in coumestrol, a nutrient that plays a role in protecting against stomach cancer. A 2009 study done in Mexico City showed that daily intake of peas and other legumes lowered the risk of stomach cancer by 50%.
Peas are also rich in fiber, which helps move food through your gut for easier digestion.
Peas are packed with antioxidants, which help build your immune system. The following are nutrients in peas that act as antioxidants:
– Vitamin C
– Vitamin E
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We’re living in weird times. So if the news that mysterious seeds from China have shown up unsolicited in mailboxes in all 50 states and Canada freaks you out and fills your head with paranoia, we recognize that… but you need to chill. This likely isn’t a huge conspiracy that will destroy American life as we know it (as if we need help with that). Still, that doesn’t mean if a mysterious package filled with seeds arrives unsolicited at your doorstep you should plant them.
The packages — showing up across the nation — are currently being investigated by the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection, who confirm that the packages were marked with labeling from the China Post, the official postal service of China. According to CNN, some of the labels on the packages indicated that they contained jewelry but instead they’re filled with packets of seeds in clear plastic with little labeling.
Wang Wenbin, a spokesperson for China’s foreign ministry has claimed that the China Post address labels were forged and has asked the USPS to send the packages to China for further investigation.
If you receive an unsolicited shipment of foreign seeds in the mail from China or Taiwan DO NOT plant or dispose of them. Call the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) at 519 691-1306 or 1 800 442-2342. Unsolicited seeds could be invasive & threaten our environment. ^kj pic.twitter.com/n5hvlFS1W8
— OPP Central Region (@OPP_CR) July 28, 2020
‘Hundreds, and perhaps thousands’ of people in Mass. have received seeds from China in the mail https://t.co/ReU61ptlui
— Boston Globe Metro (@GlobeMetro) July 30, 2020
While officials are still investigating who exactly is behind the packages (and what type of seeds they are), the USDA believes the packages are most likely part of what is known as a “brushing scam” — a review-fixing scam that some third-party sellers use to falsely boost their customer ratings on platforms like eBay, Amazon, and Etsy.
“At this time, we don’t have any evidence indicating this is something other than a ‘brushing scam,'” the USDA announced in a statement released Tuesday. The idea is that sellers use the names and addresses of random customers, send them random (valueless) goods, and write glowing reviews on their behalf. For what it’s worth, it’s not a new technique.
“When people get a package they didn’t order, that’s one of the first things we suspect” Katherine Hutt, chief communications officer for the Better Business Bureau told CNN.
So why seeds?
The most likely reason is that they’re incredibly lightweight, which allows the scammers to save on postage costs. According to a study published by Ecology and Evolution and hosted at the US National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health, the average seed weight of Potamogeton pectinatus, a submerged plant found in the arid zone of northwest China, is just 0.24 grams per 100 seeds. Comparatively, data collected by Hazera Seeds shows that 400 Cherry Tomato seeds and 150 Pepper Seeds equal out to one gram.
That’s not to say the seeds showing up in random mailboxes throughout America are Potamogeton pectinatus, Cherry Tomato seeds, or Pepper seeds — again no one knows what the seeds are just yet — but seeds generally weigh much less than most mail-able goods. Thereby making them cheaper and the scam more cost-efficient.
In the event that you become the recipient of unsolicited seeds, you should keep the packaging intact and contact your state plant regulatory official or APHIS state plant health director. According to CNN, being the target of a brushing scam does not necessarily mean your personal information has been stolen, but it’s not a bad idea to check your bank accounts and credit statements in the event fraudulent purchases were made on your behalf.
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What will I learn when studying a Bachelor of Business?
At UniSQ we provide you with the knowledge and skills required to position you as an innovative, strategic and adaptable professional.
You can choose to study two majors or combine one major with two other minors to broaden your skills.
What you will learn will depend on the major you choose. Study options for the Bachelor of Business include Accounting, Business Administration, Business Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management & Leadership and Marketing.
Develop transferable skills such as communication, critical thinking, adaptability, teamwork and leadership, giving you the confidence to be part of the ever-evolving business industry.
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Francis to Lansing on white forces disposed to align with Germany
File No. 861.00/2084
Vologda, June 19, 1918, 9 p.m.
[Received June 21, 7:55 a.m.]
Vosnesenski, talkative chief of the Far Eastern Division of Soviet Foreign Office, who represented Soviet government at Summers's funeral, called yesterday saying would be in Vologda five or six days. If his visit had any object it was to tell me that Chicherin had instructed him to say that notes demanding war vessels leave Russian ports were sent to please the Germans or perhaps by German orders and that Chicherin expects no reply or action thereon. Radek had told Lehrs [possible transcription error] and Poole had so wired me.
Have heard from two sources that a German colonel in uniform had recently met combination group [possibly combination group mentioned in No. 249] in Moscow and promised that 10,000 Germans with German division organized from prisoners of war would overturn Bolshevik government in one week, if combination group would favor German alliance and compel Allied forces and Allied representatives to leave Russia and that combination group considering proposition and disposed to accept....
See telegrams dated June 16 and June 21, Vol. II, chap. II.
John A. Lehrs, Vice Consul at Moscow.
Documents on US Foreign Policy in Russia
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Nowhere does theNowhere shall the oh so true proverb, «A person receive that which you pay for» really seem much more true than in that currently highly customized industry involving web site constructing as well as layout, and lookup engine optimisation. Once, back when the world wide web was just created, a particular person could very well build a individual or even business site using tools provided by his service provider, and additionally he seemed to be thought to be at the actual «cutting edge» simply because he / she acquired an Internet site! Of course, that was many years ago when people were trying to determine whether or maybe not the world wide web itself was a fad. Right now, this kind of web-site would probably adversely brand a business for a rank beginner, and would reflect so badly regarding his / her enterprise that he might be better off without having one.
Today, web users are a lot more aware. They will react intuitively to your properly designed web site in the same way that they interact with an attractively decorated store space. Such detailed aspects speak amounts about the supervision, ethics as well as principles on the business by itself. Nevertheless, it’s possible for anyone, to today build a professional seeming site. Nevertheless, there are additional reasons why this really is yet definitely not recommended, not unless the average person is himself, a good website seo professional (http://www.hypercube.co.nz). A key purpose precisely why is related to stuff that really don’t necessarily show on the particular surface, including all the work that goes to a successful website which lives beneath the surface, attracting eligible and wanted traffic which then equals fresh feet walking through the door. This kind of information is mostly so specific as well as alters so speedily that only a professional Web Designer, for instance, HyperCube (www.hypercube.co.nz) has the capacity to stay informed about it.
The sole thing an experienced web designer really needs for you to definitely be capable of convey to him is actually correct details about your current normal recent consumers and your most wanted prospects. In addition, he or she will surely have to be familiar with precisely what it is actually your business sells, precisely what sets it apart from its opposition, and also ideally, just what a person’s ideal prospective consumer is probably going to type directly into his / her search engine box when searching for a business that gives exactly what you have.
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The Digital Dustbin: Revolutionizing Waste Management?Find Out!
The most common practical issue that is faced by the urban populations in metropolitan cities such as Bengaluru is waste disposal and working with the Municipalities of the respective areas. This problem exists in areas with a large population concentration and cheaper cost of living. Such areas are commonly observed to be those closer to universities like Tavarekere in Koramangala of the City Bengaluru. Here, there is a significant shortage of trips made by the municipalities; that is, two trips a day, both made at times when homes are empty as people will have left for work and cannot give the waste away. This leads to an unnecessary pile up of garbage in homes, and becoming breeding grounds for disease causing germs and insects.
In order to protect the health of the people while also creating a convenient system for the municipalities to function in, a possible solution is the digital dustbin. This bin utilizes electrostatics and recent technology to act as an automated dustbin. This bin uses LDRs (Light Dependent Resistors) in order to assess the level of the garbage and on its becoming full; it sends a signal indicating and this signal is sent to the municipalities specifying the address of the dustbin. The municipality then arranges for this garbage to be picked up in a timely manner using garbage trucks and the garbage collected from the same is taken to the Municipality garbage treatment plant.
This model is particularly beneficial for a number of reasons, the prime of which is that it promotes quick and efficient waste management and disposal, a definitive step towards the Swacch Bharat Mission that India has been following. It allows for ease of work among municipality workers as they would not have to make relatively aimless door-to-door duty in order to collect society?s garbage and can merely be done with the collection and disposal of the garbage in two quick stops. It also increases significantly the convenience of the residents of the society as they no longer have to hold on to their garbage within their homes until the municipal workers come to collect it and will be able to remove the waste from their homes as per their convenience. Therefore, it can be stated that this model has the capacity to make significant changes to the efficiency with whichwaste management is handled in over-populous areas, thus creating a cleaner and healthier society.
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Charting the Course for Sustainability at Aurora Organic Dairy Phase 1 Energy and Carbon Footprint Analysis and Phase 2 Life Cycle Based sustainability Indicators and Assessment
The overall goal of this research is to provide the Aurora leadership team a framework and tools to measure and improve its sustainability performance. To provide the leadership team with a roadmap and decision support tool this project has been organized with the following specific objectives. Phase 1 covers objectives 1.1 and 1.2 and Phase 2 which is expected to be launched at the end of 2008 will address objective 2.1.
1.1 Develop an energy and carbon footprint for the milk life cycle system (from growing the feed to distributing the packaged milk products)
a. The footprint will highlight processes that contribute the greatest impacts
b. The total energy consumption and carbon emissions will provide a benchmark for improvement.
c. This benchmark can also be used to compare performance with other dairy systems (conventional, organic, small versus large scale, etc.).
1.2 Identify and Evaluate Strategies for Improvement
a. Target processes with the greatest impacts and compile improvement options
b. Conduct preliminary screening of options based on energy/carbon benefits and financial indicators
c. Conduct a more detailed assessment of a prioritized set of strategies
2.1 Develop a set of economic, environmental and social life cycle based sustainability indicators to assess the overall sustainability performance of Aurora Organic Dairy
a. Review existing indicators tracked by Aurora
b. Fill in potential gaps with new indicators
c. Demonstrate how indicators can be used to assess sustainability performance and for strategic planning activities
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• Multiple benefits for heart, liver, kidneys, and pancreas health
• Promote longevity
• Reduce oxidative stress
CoQ10 is a compound that helps generate energy in your cells. Your body produces CoQ10 naturally, but its production tends to decrease with age. Providing support to multiple body systems, CoQ10 is invaluable for overall health.
Extracts from: CoEnzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone) 400 mg.
Other Ingredients: Gelatin and organic rice flour.
Suggested Use: Take 1 capsule once or twice daily with a meal.
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