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National Moth Week will soon be here and hopefully many a backyard will be glowing with either a Mercury Vapor or Ultra Violet bulb. Most importantly, will you be photo cataloging this event? If yes, one might want to brush up on their camera skills but don’t worry there is still plenty of time. We are not going to be able to document as many species as possible if the photo is a blurry mess, even the best Entomologist can’t help you if they can not make out identifying features.
Now the biggest piece of information I can give you is, read the Manual that came with your camera. There is a lot of info in there for the novice photographer. If that isn’t enough for you, I’ve complied a few links to help you out. Just take your time and try new things out, don’t worry we have all made mistakes & have taken crappy pictures.
This site has some very easy to understand information for the budding macro photographer.
Same guy different sites
Not a bad site, for some it might be a little too much. The Table of Contents is very helpful.
You Never Take Your Camera Off M:
First one finds their camera (or nearest neighbor), select the lens you are using, then the selected f-stop and finally the distance from subject. This bit of Java Script (or so I think its Java) will then tell you how deep the focus is.
For People With P& S Cameras
Soften That Flash!
Homemade Diffusers can be made out of such things as milk jugs, Styrofoam cups, taping a piece of tracing paper over the flash and even bouncing the light off a piece of foam core or white poster board can help improve your moth photography. Search http://www.diyphotography.net for more ideas!
Here is a fun tip for those that use the on-board flash
For those that have a macro lens & an attachable flash here is a link
Knowing Your Strobe:
http://photonotes.org/articles/eos-flash/ (Canon Users)
http://www.moosepeterson.com/techtips/flash.html (Nikon Users)
http://www.strobist.blogspot.com/ (Other Lighting Solutions)
Don’t forget to practice, practice & then even practice some more. You’re not going to be the Ansel Adams of insect photography overnight but one day you might have the skills as these people:
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I hardly think it will be a shock to anyone reading this, but according to a recent study in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior, positive training techniques are better than negative methods. Specifically, they promote less stress in the dog, and are better for the dog-person relationship.
In this preliminary study, researchers compared the behavior of dogs being training with positive reinforcement (desired behavior results in the appearance of something positive such as a treat or toy) to those being trained with the use of negative reinforcement (desired behavior results in the disappearance of something negative such as pressure on the leash or body). The data were collected in advanced dog training classes at two different training centers and the behaviors of interest were sitting and walking nicely on a leash.
The dogs being trained with negative reinforcement performed more behaviors that indicate stress in dogs (such as licking their mouths and yawning) and more lowered body postures (the tail down and either the ears lowered or the legs bent in a crouching posture) than dogs being trained with positive reinforcement. The dogs trained with positive reinforcement gazed at their guardians more often than the dogs trained with negative reinforcement. This suggests a stronger connection in those pairs, although the authors acknowledge that those gazes could be a result of dog looking for the reinforcement.
The researchers conclude that positive training techniques are less stressful for dogs and likely better for their well being. This matches my experience with dogs and the people training them. How about you?
Karen B. London, PhD, is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist and Certified Professional Dog Trainer whose clinical work over the last 17 years has focused on the evaluation and treatment of serious behavioral problems in dogs, especially aggression. Karen has been writing the behavior column for The Bark since 2012 and wrote The Bark’s training column and various other articles for eight years before that. She is an adjunct professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University, and teaches a tropical field biology course in Costa Rica. Karen writes an animal column, The London Zoo, which appear in The Arizona Daily Sun and is the author of five books on canine training and behavior. She is working on her next book, which she expects to be published in 2017. | <urn:uuid:c30d50a4-e10a-446e-9908-7e582737c9b5> | CC-MAIN-2016-44 | http://thebark.com/content/positive-training-better?qt-most_popular=2 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988717954.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183837-00509-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.967656 | 443 | 2.59375 | 3 |
Health Spending Accounts (HSAs) work like bank accounts, but without cash. The employer deposits a set amount as a “credit” in your account and you use that to pay for approved medical and dental expenses.
Employers are promoting HSAs as a supplement to existing plans, to pay for costs currently not covered. However, this is a slippery slope.
Where HSAs have been introduced, we see employers seeking to cut back on insured benefits and increase dependence on the HSAs. Employers like the predictable costs of HSAs, plus employer contributions are tax deductible.
Employers often try to sell HSAs to workers by claiming they are “tax free dollars”.
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NJ Education Foundation Partnership
NJ Education Foundation Partnership is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation uniquely positioned to improve public education at the grass roots level throughout the state of New Jersey.
NJEFP member foundations fund projects ranging from performing arts centers to writers in residence programs to innovative science and math programs to artificial turf fields. NJEFP gives its members the tools they need to ensure that the public schools in their communities have the means to provide their children with what they need to succeed in an ever changing world, regardless of budget constraints.
New Jersey Education Foundation Partnership:
- Promotes networking and collaboration among member education foundations.
Provides consultation, training and education to leaders and volunteers in local school districts and education foundations including best practices, fundraising,
board development, marketing and more.
- Increases statewide visibility of the critical role of education foundations in NJ.
- Collaborates with other statewide education organizations.
- Advocates for public education in the State of New Jersey
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This species is listed as Endangered because it has a very small range, which is also fragmented and undergoing a continuing decline as a result of pressure from the human use of its montane forest habitat.
Sibley, C. G.; Monroe, B. L. 1990. Distribution and taxonomy of birds of the world. Yale University Press, New Haven, USA.
Platysteira peltata and P. laticincta (Sibley and Monroe 1990, 1993) are retained as separate species contra Dowsett and Forbes-Watson (1993) who include laticincta as a subspecies of P. peltata.
13 cm. Small, black-and-white flycatcher with very obvious, broad, crimson eye-wattles. Glossy, deep bluish-black upperparts, neck, throat and breast. Remaining underparts white. Female has black throat and breast. Voice Discordant whistles, three-to-four-note phrases, similar to song of Black-throated Wattle-eye P. peltata. Hints Relatively easy to see, but has a quiet song and subdued calls.
Related state of the world's birds case studies
Collar, N. J.; Stuart, S. N. 1985. Threatened birds of Africa and related islands: the ICBP/IUCN Red Data Book. International Council for Bird Preservation, and International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, Cambridge, U.K.
Dowsett-Lemaire, F.; Dowsett, R. J. 1998. Surveys of Oku Mt and other IBAs in NW Province (Cameroon), February-March 1998.
Linder, J.M.; Laurence, W.F.; Struhsaker, T.T.; Ehrlich, P.R.; Raven, P.H.; Fredriksson, G.; Bradshaw, C.J.A.; Brook, B.W.; Koh, L.P; Waltert, M. 2012. An Open Letter about the Environmental and Social Impacts of a Massive Oil Palm Development in Cameroon.
McKay, C. R. 1994. Survey of Important Bird Areas for Bannerman's Turaco Tauraco bannermani and Banded Wattle-eye Platysteira latincincta in North-west Cameroon, 1994.
McKay, C. R.; Coulthard, N. 1996. The Kilum-Ijim Forests IBA in Cameroon: monitoring biodiversity using birds as indicators.
Njabo, Y. K.; Languy, M. 2000. Surveys of selected montane and submontane forests in the Bamenda Highlands in March 2000.
Further web sources of information
Explore HBW Alive for further information on this species
Text account compilers
Ekstrom, J., Pilgrim, J., Shutes, S., Symes, A., Taylor, J.
DeMarco, J., Maisels, F., Thomas, D., Whytock, R.
IUCN Red List evaluators
Butchart, S., Taylor, J.
BirdLife International (2016) Species factsheet: Platysteira laticincta. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 23/10/2016. Recommended citation for factsheets for more than one species: BirdLife International (2016) IUCN Red List for birds. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 23/10/2016.
This information is based upon, and updates, the information published in BirdLife International (2000) Threatened birds of the world. Barcelona and Cambridge, UK: Lynx Edicions and BirdLife International, BirdLife International (2004) Threatened birds of the world 2004 CD-ROM and BirdLife International (2008) Threatened birds of the world 2008 CD-ROM. These sources provide the information for species accounts for the birds on the IUCN Red List.
To provide new information to update this factsheet or to correct any errors, please email BirdLife
To contribute to discussions on the evaluation of the IUCN Red List status of Globally Threatened Birds, please visit BirdLife's Globally Threatened Bird Forums.
Additional resources for this species
|Current IUCN Red List category||Endangered|
|Family||Platysteiridae (Shrike-flycatchers, wattle-eyes and batises)|
|Species name author||Bates, 1926|
|Population size||2500-9999 mature individuals|
|Distribution size (breeding/resident)||1,900 km2|
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Ten Phrases Not to Say to Our Kids
Some things are better left unsaid.
It's the one-liners, the eye-rolls, and the subtle messages that sometimes have the greatest impact on how our kids behave, think and feel about themselves and the world around them. Here are just a couple of one-liners we might find slipping from our tongues from time to time. They’re usually better left unsaid.
1. “I promise.”
Trust is difficult to foster and easy to destroy; promises are easy to make and harder to keep. Instead of using the phrase “I promise”, replace it with a safer phrase like, “I'll try.” Don’t create a situation where we'll will lose a kid’s trust because we were too quick to promise.
2. “Here, I'll do it.”
It’s hard to see a kid struggling with a project and tempting to offer our help. But giving our kids the easy way out is not necessarily the best way out. Let's not rob our kids of the valuable, hard-earned lessons of accountability, responsibility, and hard-work ethics.
3. “You're so smart!”
It’s important to give positive feedback and compliments to our kids, but overpraising can hurt too. Watch what you praise. Overpraising our kids for being smart, beautiful or talented can pressure them to live up to our personal expectations and relays the message that we value inborn attributes over positive behavior and moral integrity. And when you do praise, be specific and genuine.
4. “Why can't you be more like…”
Telling our kids to measure up to anyone but themselves does more harm than good. Every child is and should be perceived as a world of his or her own.
5. “Don't cry.” “It doesn't hurt.” “There's no reason to be afraid.”
Our children should have the license to feel and express pain regardless of our perception or opinion. Telling them they shouldn't feel the way they do invalidates their feelings and gives them the message that they shouldn't trust to their own emotions. Instead let’s validate our kids' feelings while helping them navigate their emotions in a constructive way.
6. “You're making me angry/sad.”
Kids should learn to respect their parents' wishes. But censuring behavior solely by the way it makes us feel and not with an objective sense of right and wrong teaches our kids that we shouldn't do things because they're inherently good or bad, but just because it upsets Mom or Dad.
7. “Don't be so shy/lazy (or another negative term).”
Actions should never define or label our kids. Labeling only gives kids a negative self-image and discourages them from reaching their potential.
8. “Your mother/ father is a…” “You're acting just like your mother/father!”
Ouch. For the sake of family health, let's leave our kids out of spousal discord and stop using them as cables or punching bags to relay or express negativity towards our partners. Learn how to speak to your loved one directly or buy a bona fide punching bag instead.
9. “I do everything for you!”
We have plenty of opportunities to teach our children the virtue of gratitude, but this is probably not one of them. Telling our kids how much we had to for sacrifice them might instill them with resentment or shame, but not more virtuous character traits.
10. “You're driving me crazy!”
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David Ignatius of the Washington Post on Moscow and President-elect Donald Trump, then, questions for Attorney General nominee Republican Senator Jeff Sessions.
In an effort to deal with the effects of global climate change, scientists and engineers are developing new technologies that aim to manipulate the weather and control the Earth’s temperature. It sounds like science fiction, but the growing field of geoengineering aims to alter clouds, store carbon dioxide deep in the ocean and reduce the amount of sunlight reaching the planet. An Australian expert on global warming argues that these new technologies dramatically alter our relationship with the earth. In a new book, “Earthmasters,” he says geoengineering could cause more harm than good.
- Clive Hamilton author and professor, Charles Sturt University, Canberra, Australia
Clive Hamilton On Civil Society Engagement With Geoengineering
Hamilton believes “the genie is out of the bottle and is not going to be put back in.” The question now, he says, is can environmentalists afford to allow the supporters of climate engineering to dictate the terms of the debate? ”If environmental groups refuse to engage in this emerging public debate,” he asks, “how will they respond when geoengineering suddenly appears at the top of the agenda?”
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Excerpted from “Earthmasters: The Dawn of the Age of Climate Engineering” by Clive Hamilton. Copyright © 2013 by Clive Hamilton. Excerpted by permission of Yale University Press. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.
MS. DIANE REHMThanks for joining us. I'm Diane Rehm. In an attempt to deal with global climate change, some scientists have given up trying to reduce greenhouse gases. Instead, they're turning to new technologies that can manipulate the Earth's weather and temperature. An Australian expert on global warming has a new book that explores this growing field called geoengineering. It's titled, "Earthmasters," and author Clive Hamilton joins me. We'll welcome your questions, comments. Call us on 800-433-8850.
MS. DIANE REHMSend your email to firstname.lastname@example.org. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter. Welcome to you, sir. Good to have you here.
MR. CLIVE HAMILTONGood to be here.
REHMAnd I am fascinated, Clive Hamilton. You are a Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, and yet, here you are writing about geoengineering. First, explain geoengineering, and then tell us why, as a philosopher, you are interested.
HAMILTONWell, geoengineering is a range of technologies that aim at deliberate, large scale intervention in the climate system, designed to counter the effects of global warming, or to offset the warming itself, usually divided into two types. Carbon dioxide removal technologies to get carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere one way or another and so-called solar radiation management, a kind of Orwellian terms which amounts to trying to reduce the amount of sunlight or solar radiation, which reaches planet Earth.
HAMILTONWe can talk a bit more about...
HAMILTONHow that can be done later. But why, as a philosopher? Well, it seems to me that climate change, global warming is transforming the Earth as a system. It's not just the climate. The climate scientists are telling us that global warming, because of the deep interactions of the Earth's system, is changing the nature of the oceans, is changing the biosphere, the living conditions. It's the whole Earth system itself. So, if you think about it, here we are at the beginning of the 21st century, where in the 4.5 billion year history of planet Earth, we have human beings and their activities transforming the total functioning of the Earth's system as a whole.
HAMILTONIt seems to me this is the most profound event, that's not just in human history, but certainly a deeply profound event in the history of planet Earth itself. So, it has very profound philosophical implications.
REHMAnd now, talk about how geoengineering might take place, or is taking place.
HAMILTONWell, it's not being practiced at the moment, but certainly, some very imminent scientists, with the best of motives, are talking about the need to develop what they call Plan B. Plan A, reducing global greenhouse gas emissions, obviously isn't working, so shouldn't we need Plan B? Particularly if we are confronted, in the next, say 20, 30 years with what they call a climate emergency. Some imminent, dramatic change, irreversible change in the Earth's climate system that we know is about to happen, and which we need, somehow, to stop, because once we pass that point of no return, it will be game over.
REHMGive me an example of what that might be.
HAMILTONOf that kind of climate emergency?
HAMILTONIt might be, for example, the collapse of the Amazon Rainforest. It may be, for example, I mean, once that goes, that vast, you know, they call it the lungs of the Earth, through fires and dieback, on a warming globe, it may well be impossible to bring back the Amazon. Or, another more immediate concern is a massive release of methane, which is currently trapped in the frozen tundra of Siberia and northern Canada. If that starts to leak out, because the Earth starts to warm, and starts to leak out on a massive scale, bearing in mind that methane's a very powerful greenhouse gas.
HAMILTONIf that starts to leak out, and in fact, it already is, on a small scale, but if it starts to leak out on a very large scale, putting a huge emission of methane into the atmosphere, then we're going to be in very, very serious trouble. So, the climate scientists say, well, what can we do to prevent that? And there are a range of schemes, 40 or 50 that have been put forward. Perhaps six or eight are receiving serious attention. Only carbon dioxide removal side of things -- there are various schemes for sucking carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere through using basic industrial technology.
HAMILTONAnd then trying to bury that carbon dioxide deep under the ground, if spaces can be found for it.
REHMOr even in the ocean.
HAMILTONIn the ocean, because the oceans contain a very large amount of carbon dioxide, particularly in the deep ocean. So there are a number of schemes designed to try to get carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and into the deep ocean. And the most prominent one, which has received a lot of attention, quite a lot of experiments have been carried out, is known as ocean iron fertilization. And it works like this. Slightly complicated, but let me see if I can do it in a simple way. There is, what's known in the ocean, as the biological pump.
HAMILTONAnd this is a way in which carbon dioxide is pumped down to the deep ocean through the intervention of tiny marine creatures called phytoplankton or algae. And the idea is if we can stimulate the growth of these algae, by creating artificial algal blooms, then these tiny algae, because they're living creatures, will absorb carbon dioxide in the surface waters of the ocean, and when they die, they'll take their carbon down to the bottom of the ocean where it is hoped it will be stored permanently.
HAMILTONSo, how do we get the algae to grow more than they naturally are? Well, to add micronutrients. If we can find a patch of ocean where there's some missing nutrient, you know, it's like your garden, if you don't have enough phosphate, you add phosphate and up come the plants. In the ocean, a missing nutrient, it's thought, is iron. So, if we add iron to certain patches of the ocean, then we'll get these great algal blooms, and then they will capture carbon and then eventually take it to the bottom of the ocean.
REHMBut, of course, then the question might arise, what happens to marine life as a result of adding more of this iron and then carbon dioxide?
HAMILTONWell, of course, anyone who knows the first thing about ecology is that if you do one thing, a whole lot of other things will happen.
HAMILTONIt's a complex system, and so those scientists who are studying ocean iron fertilization have started to realize that it's very complex. And all sorts of things happen. That the phytoplankton get caught up in the food cycle of marine organisms, that a lot of them get eaten, that a lot of it gets emitted back into the atmosphere. That the algae, when they grow, they suck nutrients from surrounding patches of the ocean. So the amount of algae in other parts of the ocean declines, so you don't get any...
REHMSo any action has another action, and a reaction.
HAMILTONIndeed. And so, that's why the initial enthusiasm for ocean iron fertilization has been dulled a little bit. Because the early results coming in don't give the kind of positive stimulus that these scientists had hoped. That hasn't stopped a lot of people continuing to pursue it, including some rogue entrepreneurs who are out there trying to create carbon credits by spreading iron in the world's oceans. Bear in mind that if this were to be done on a very large scale, we would effectively be changing the biological composition of the world's oceans.
HAMILTONI mean, this is a very radical and dangerous thing.
REHMI should say. And then, you talked about somehow diminishing the amount of sunlight coming through. How are some scientists thinking about that?
HAMILTONWell, a number of proposals have been put forward. One is painting our roofs white so more sunlight is reflected. Which, in itself, isn't a bad idea. It will certainly make your house a little bit cooler, but we don't have enough roofs or roadways or whatever to make any significant difference. Another kind of science fiction suggestion is to shoot a very large number small mirrors into the atmosphere and position them so that they deflect a certain amount of sunlight before it reaches the Earth. This is kind of a bit of, as I say, sci-fi.
HAMILTONAnd no one's seriously putting it forward. But the most important proposal, and one which is receiving very serious attention, a lot of research around the world, and which has been actively advocated by some scientists, and which, I should say, Diane, in my view, is quite likely to actually be implemented, despite all of its dangers, is a proposal known as sulfate aerosol spraying. And the idea is to send up a fleet of aircraft. Well, they'd be up there, more or less, permanently, and they would spray sulfuric acid out of the backs of the aircraft.
HAMILTONSulfuric acid. Yes. Or possibly sulfur dioxide. And this sulfur chemical would form into tiny aerosols, very tiny particulates, up in the upper atmosphere, in the stratosphere, and you'd put a very sort of thin layer of pollution, effectively, in the upper atmosphere. And that way, you would dim the Earth. You could adjust it so you would reduce the amount of solar radiation reaching the Earth by maybe one or two percent. And it's been estimated that if it were reduced by two percent, that would be enough to offset the warming that the Earth is experiencing and is likely to experience in the next 20 or 30 years.
HAMILTONClive Hamilton. Professor of Philosophy and Ethics at the University in Canberra, Australia. His new book is titled, "Earthmasters." Short break here. We'll be right back.
REHMIf you've just joined us, Clive Hamilton is with me. He's professor of philosophy and ethics at the Charles Stuart University in Canberra, Australia. He's written several books on climate change. His newest titled "Earthmasters: The Dawn of the Age of Climate Engineering." And just before the break you were talking about the spreading of sulfuric something or other in the stratosphere as a way of creating kind of a shadow that would filter or reduce the amount of sunlight coming through to the earth.
REHMI'm not sure I want to live through that, Clive Hamilton.
DR. CLIVE HAMILTONWell, there're very serious and imminent scientists saying that this is what we're going to need to do. So you have to take it seriously.
REHMBut what about the effects on human beings?
HAMILTONWell, the thing is that we already -- when we burn coal and petro we put a lot of sulfuric compounds into the lower atmosphere. And we know in a place like China, for example, that kills large numbers of people every year in the United States because of antipollution laws, the situation isn't nearly as bad.
HAMILTONAnd so putting the sulfuric acid or sulfide oxide into the upper atmosphere would -- actually the amount would be substantially less than is already in the lower atmosphere. But no less, enough would be put in there and would circulate around the globe to reduce the temperature of the earth by however much we liked. I mean, it would depend on who had their hand on the global thermostat, which gets to all sorts of other issues I'm sure we'll come to.
HAMILTONBut the idea for sulfide aerosol spraying was stimulated by observations by scientists on the impact of major volcanic eruptions on the earth's climate system. It's been known for quite a long time that big volcanic eruptions put so much sulfur compounds and dusts and ash into the atmosphere that they do dim the earth and actually can cool it quite dramatically by one degree or even one-half degree for a couple of years.
HAMILTONAnd so there've been some very big volcanic eruptions in the past. I mean, even Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991 had a major impact on the global weather system for a couple of years. And so the idea is to mimic the effects of volcanic eruptions by coating the earth with these sulfur particles. And, I mean, there are all sorts of implications. Again, it's like the ocean ion fertilization. As soon as you talk about it, you say yes but what about. And there are so many what abouts to talk about.
HAMILTONI mean, one is it's thought that the sulfur compounds would damage the ozone layer, which we know the world is starting to repair after the so-called Montreal protocol, while the sulfur compounds, the sulfate aerosol spraying would delay the repair of the ozone layer by perhaps 50 years or so. Another very serious concern is although this technique would almost certainly cool the earth, it would also change precipitation patterns. It would change the way rainfall occurs around the world.
HAMILTONAnd one of the concerns is that it may have an impact on the Indian monsoon. It may shift it from India across to northern Africa. And if that happened, of course you're affecting the food supply for a billion people. And so you could imagine if this program was launched, you know, sulfide aerosol spraying by the United States or by China or by perhaps Russia -- any even middle-sized power could do it, and incidentally, there's no international law to stop them from doing it.
HAMILTONBut if one country or a couple of countries did embark on this gain and there is a big drought and starvation in India, then of course the Indians would have something to say about it because even if it weren't actually caused by the sulfate aerosol spraying, it could be caused by global warming itself. It could be caused by natural variability. But if the United States or China had its -- were turning down the global thermostat, then India of course would be very angry about it.
REHMYou and I both started this conversation by saying that reducing greenhouse gases is not working. And yet, as you just said, the ozone layer seems to be repairing itself. How is that happening?
HAMILTONWell, the ozone layer was being destroyed by the emission of so-called CFCs, chlorofluorocarbons, a bunch of highly specialized gases that we used in refrigerators and so on. And when it became apparent that the ozone layer had a hole in it, in other words was thinning, and that a lot more ultraviolet radiation was getting through, which causes all sorts of problems including cancers, the world got together at Montreal in 1988, I think it was, and reached an agreement where the CFCs would be banned.
HAMILTONIt took -- you know, over a period of 10 or 15 years though it phased out. And it was relatively easy because a couple of reasons. One is, rich white people were going to be most affected by the hole in the ozone layer. And secondly, there were reasonably available substitutes for these particular chemicals. And so there was a global agreement to phase them out fairly quickly. And the ozone layer hole is starting to be repaired.
HAMILTONOf course, you think, well, if we could do it for CFCs, why can't we do it for greenhouse gases? And it turns out it's a lot more complicated of course. You think about the role of fossil fuels in our economy. They really are very fundamental. The fossil fuel corporations like Exxon Mobil are extremely powerful. And there's a lot of political ideological resistance to the idea of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. You know, a lot of it concentrated in this town where we're speaking today.
HAMILTONAnd so for those reasons, the world major powers have been extremely reluctant to do the -- implement the kinds of policies that the sides of climate change demands.
REHMSo here's a basic statement from Claude in Stewartstown, Penn. Let's see your thoughts on this. He says, "Global warming is a fact. Geoengineering is an untested science, and from my perspective, very, very dangerous. It would seem that a safer and more effective means of carbon sequestering would be to replant the earth's rain forests. And this would have the added effect of increasing the availability of renewable wood for any number of uses.
HAMILTONWell, that makes a great deal of sense. And when you look at the amount of forestation and deforestation going on in the world today -- of course, there's a lot of tropical deforestation going on -- but there's also a lot of trees coming back in various other parts of the world. And the best estimates are that they're about balancing each other out. Nevertheless, historically human beings have cleared vast amounts of the landscape of trees. And it would make a lot of sense to start putting them back. The fact is, however, that we can't grow enough trees to take a major portion of the carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere.
HAMILTONThe way I think about it is this. What we're doing here, what humans have been doing over the last couple hundred years, but particularly over the last 50 to 70 years, is digging down into the earth where we've found highly concentrated forms of carbon as coal and oil and less (word?) natural gas. And we've been digging it up, burning it, extracting the energy and putting the carbon as carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. And so we need to get it out. First of all we need to stop doing it and then we need to get it out.
HAMILTONAnd growing trees is one way of doing it because trees absorb carbon dioxide as they grow. And that's certainly a good thing. But there just aren't enough trees to be grown to really compensate for the digging up of all that coal, oil and gas.
REHMAnd here's a question from Lloyd in Winterville, N.C. "As an effaces, do you see the moral hazard of geoengineering and can you talk more about this?"
HAMILTONWell, this is perhaps one of the greatest political concerns about geoengineering as opposed to the scientific risks associated with the various games. And that is, if there is a plan B, will that not undermine the incentives to pursue plan A, that is reduce greenhouse gas emissions? And this is certainly my -- one of my greatest concerns. You can imagine how politicians who are reluctant to pursue emission reduction policies, even though all of the best advice is saying we must do this.
HAMILTONIf someone comes along, some scientist said, hey you don't have to take all of that political risk. You don't have to take on the fossil fuel corporations. You don't have to put a tax on gasoline. We've got this techno fix that'll allow you to avoid all of that political pain. And although talking about geoengineering is at the moment a political taboo, I think the time will come when some politicians will say, hey I like the sound of this. If you scientists tell me this is going to work, I'm going to do that rather than try to put a tax on power stations or gasoline.
REHMAnd where is the moral hazard?
HAMILTONWell, the moral hazard is a term that's used to describe exactly this process. The way in which the availability of an apparently effective alternative undermines the incentive to do the right thing, that is reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So it's kind of a way out -- a cheap way out of a difficult situation that politicians, I think, are likely to seize upon, which is why my assessment -- reluctant assessment is that sulfate aerosol spraying is something that the world is very likely to do in the next 20 or 30 years.
REHMAnd as a philosopher, how would you feel about that?
HAMILTONWell, I mean, what it means is that human beings, for the first time in our history, will attempt to take control of the earth's system in its entirety. Not just a certain part of the environment, not a piece of landscape or river system or a bay, but the earth's system as a whole. And we will -- if we do this we will say, okay, let's start pushing around. We're just going to take the whole thing on. We will use our technology to regulate the earth as a whole and do it probably in perpetuity. To me this has very profound implications. There will be no more natural.
REHMAnd you're listening to "The Diane Rehm Show." Here's a Tweet from Evan. "Is there any evidence of an ocean fertilization effect from micro plastic pollution? Could this be a silver lining to pollution?"
HAMILTONI'd love to think it was. I haven't seen any research or evidence suggesting that there's any benefit to the enormous amounts of plastics now floating around in the oceans, which has led some marine scientists to refer to the oceans now as a plastic soup.
REHMAll right. We're going to open the phones. We've got many callers waiting. First to Tulsa, Okla. Hi, Scott. You're on the air.
SCOTTGood morning, Diane.
SCOTTI'm really glad that you let me on here. It's a clear day here in Tulsa. There's no contrails in the sky. I wanted to speak on the fact that you guys are talking about this as a future possibility. These things have been up in the sky for -- since the '70s. I've talked to older gentlemen that have seen these things. It's been going on for a long time. And...
REHMSeen what things, Scott?
SCOTTThe trails that you see in the sky, they're called persistent contrails. And there's no sulfur in them. It's actually nano particles of aluminum, barium and some other metals. And I understand that reflecting the sunlight, that's what they're supposed to do. But what it does to humans, what it does to plants, it raises the ph level in the plants. Things can't grow, you know.
REHMAll right. Let's see what Clive has to say.
HAMILTONWell, you know, this is the chemtrail conspiracy that some folks seem to believe in. But -- and, you know, I've heard it talked about a lot. It's all over the internet. And, in fact, the chemtrails people have kind of annexed the term geoengineering quite wrongly in my view. But I've asked some cloud physicists and atmospheric scientists what they think about this, whether there's any evidence for this chemtrail so-called. And none of them can detect any evidence whatsoever for these kinds of claims.
HAMILTONIf you look in the scientific literature and the peer review journals, there's no serious scientist give any credence whatever to this chemtrail stuff. So really it's a conspiracy theory, a bit like the global warming hoax conspiracy theory.
REHMAll right. To Michael in Charleston, S.C. You're on the air.
MICHAELDiane, first I want to thank you for your service and all of the fine years that you have spent trying to bring consciousness of several different problems that...
MICHAELAnd second, I'm involved very deeply right now with (word?) mining and very seriously. And one of the bi-products of (word?) mining would be the possibility of building an earth shield in space. It may seem farfetched science fiction and all that, but in fact it isn't. And I applaud your guest's efforts to try to control and mitigate the problems of global warming as a whole on the planet. However, it seems to me that all the solutions that are being proposed are one-way solutions. In other words, the question is, do you really have a fallback position in case something goes wrong, which, you know, Murphy lives out there.
REHMAll right. And I thank you for your call. We've got to take a short break here. When we come back, Clive Hamilton, I hope you'll address that issue. 800-433-8850. Short break, right back.
REHMAnd welcome back. Clive Hamilton is with me. His new book is titled, "Earthmasters: The Dawn of the Age of Climate Engineering." And just before the break, our caller asked a question. I think you made note of it, Clive.
HAMILTONYes. I think this question, from Michael, was, he talked about an Earth shield, an asteroid...
HAMILTONI don't know anything about that. It does sound kind of sci-fi, but I think one of the things he was getting at was, what happens when things go wrong? And I just wanted to talk about one of the problems with sulfate aerosol spraying, which kind of goes to the heart of the whole enterprise of human arrogance and our belief that we could take control of the Earth's climate system. And the problem is this. That if we were to install this solar shield and dim the Earth by a little bit to reduce, to cool it down, it turns out that we would -- there's a lot going on in the climate system.
HAMILTONAnd so we would need to have this solar shield installed for at least 10 years before we had enough data coming in from all of our measurements of what's going on before we knew whether it was working. And so, we would need it up there for 10 or maybe 20 years, gathering data, to be able to separate out the effects of the solar shield from the effects of global warming itself and the natural variability. And the trouble is, let's say we put it up for 10 years or 15 years, and then we decide, this is a really bad idea, because there are some unintended consequences.
HAMILTONOr perhaps because India is saying, we don't like it. Take it down, and by the way, we have nuclear weapons. If we did take it down, then all of the warming that was suppressed by this solar shield would come back very suddenly, and so we could get a surge of global warming, which could make things worse. Because it's the rate of warming, as well as the amount of warming that really damages ecosystems.
REHMAnd what about solar power? What about the effects on solar power if you did go to lengths to dim the amount of sunlight coming through?
HAMILTONWell, that would be one of the consequences. If you, essentially, turn down the sunlight, then yes, solar power, which depends on it, would be reduced by a similar amount. In addition, certain plants would be affected by the reduced amount of sunlight. It turns out that some plants would actually benefit from it, because they prefer a dimmer environment. But other plants would suffer, because they grow best when there's a lot of bright sunlight, so...
REHMAre solar power and wind power on the right track?
HAMILTONDefinitely. I think there's no question that the world will make, will have to make, sooner or later, an enormous transition to renewable energy. And solar and wind power will be at the forefront of that. And one of the fascinating things going on is that while nations, such as the United States and Australia prevaricate, China is seizing the opportunity to become the world leader in these renewable energy technologies. So now we're seeing that China is flooding the world with very cheap solar panels.
HAMILTONAnd those countries which also want to be in that game are complaining, because the Chinese are doing it too cheaply. And so, there's this interesting dynamic going on about an industrial transition, which certain countries, like China, are realizing is going to be very big. And other countries are resisting.
REHMWhat about Australia? Thomas, in Dallas, Texas says, conservative Australian politicians are advocating for turning off the carbon tax currently in place. What's your opinion of that?
HAMILTONWell, tragically, the Australian electorate voted in a conservative government some months ago, led by a man, Tony Abbott, who is famous, or infamous, for saying a few years ago, climate science is crap. He's an out and out climate denier, although he now has to pretend not to be. He's surrounded himself with people who believe global warming is a hoax, including the head of his business advisory council. And so we now have, in Australia, or a government where the climate denying wing of the conservative parties have been given their heads.
HAMILTONAnd so, it's a sort of great anguish for me, and others in Australia, who take climate science seriously. One of the measures that the new Abbott government is going to do is to abolish the carbon price, which Australia has had for the last couple of years.
REHMAnd what will that mean? Will it simply mean that more carbon is going to go in to the atmosphere?
HAMILTONYes. It will mean that measures to reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions are substantially diminished. It means that the alternative energy industries in Australia, which at last were getting some air to breathe, and to grow, are going to be confused and going to go backwards. I mean, it's a disastrous policy from every point of view. And it just shows you -- I mean, Australians voted for this government, a significant majority. They were tired of the previous labor government. And it shows you what happens when progressives screw up.
HAMILTONYou get conservatives in power. And they pursue these very reactionary kinds of policies that are really going to condemn the world to a hot and unpleasant future.
REHMAll right. To Laurie in Jacksonville, Florida. You're on the air. Laurie, are you there?
REHMYes. Go right ahead.
LAURIEHi Mr. Hamilton.
LAURIEMy very simplistic example of e=mc2, which turns energy into mass and mass into energy, is growing trees, which takes CO2.
LAURIEAnd then we use those for energy. Methane is a source of energy, which is a result of that process right up there. And my question really is, is how can we really manage climate change when you can't even predict it accurately? And I can see the future of some of this is lawsuits saying, you stole my rain. You stole my heat. You stole my cool. And when the majority of climate change in this world is the fact that the world tilts at 23 degrees, and we go around and (unintelligible) and, you know, apart and close. And that we are travelling around.
LAURIEI would say, we even have plate tectonics.
REHMOkay. All right. We're getting a little far off here. Go right ahead.
HAMILTONBut Laurie, Laurie's raised some very interesting points. I mean, one is that, talking about growing trees as a form of energy. And when you look at northern Europe and talk about renewable energy, there's a tremendous growth in very sophisticated forms of biomass energy generation. And so, in Scandinavia, for example, some of those nations have a very major part of their electricity generated by burning wood waste and other forms of waste. And so this is, as long as it's done in the right sort of way, a very effective form of renewable energy.
HAMILTONOne other point that Laurie made, that I think is very important. She talked about lawsuits. You stole my rain. And I think this is putting, in a very blunt way, what we could see if geoengineering is implemented. Because, as I mentioned before, one nation has its hand on the global thermostat and, let's face it, I mean, that nation is going to fiddle that knob so that it's climate system is benefits most, and other countries suffer as a result. If you can blame a country specifically for changing your weather in a bad way, then it's not going to be simply lawsuits.
HAMILTONIt's going to be serious global conflict.
REHMNow, you talked earlier about painting roofs white. Talk about the attempt to rescue the Peruvian glaciers by painting nearby mountains white.
HAMILTONYeah, this is a serious project that's been investigated in Peru. The glaciers are melting. Part of the problem is, as the glaciers melt, they expose the dark colored rock underneath. Dark colors absorb more warmth from the sun, and there's a kind of feedback process. So, the glaciers start to melt more quickly. So, some scientists are saying, well, if we get a kind of white slurry and we paint these rocks, these dark rocks white, then they will stay cool or not as warm. And this will slow down, and possibly even restore, the glaciers.
HAMILTONSo, again, this is a local level attempt, but it's -- you get a sense of how this whole process is working.
REHMYou know, what surprises me, as you talk about all this, and, of course, the limits of human understanding, is that geoengineering is getting major financial backing from the likes of Bill Gates and Richard Branson. How come?
HAMILTONWell, I mean, this is, when people hear about geoengineering, they think, oh, that's scientists just doing their crazy things. But when you look at who's backing it, financially and politically, geoengineering, you realize that this is a big deal that's not going to go away. So, Bill Gates, as you mentioned, is a substantial backer of research into geoengineering. He's an investor in a number of companies.
REHMSomething called Silver Lining. What's that all about?
HAMILTONWell, Silver Lining is a company which is pursuing a technology known as marine cloud brightening. And the idea is to send a fleet of unmanned special ships roaming the world's oceans, sending up a very fine spray of sea water into the low lying marine clouds, which cover a quarter or a third of the world's oceans. And if we can increase the extent and the whiteness of these marine clouds, then the idea is that they will reflect more sunlight back into space, and the earth will be cooler. So Bill Gates has an interest in that. He's also invested in a company called Carbon Engineering, which aims at air capture technology.
HAMILTONHe's an investor involved in a company called Intellectual Ventures, which is run by a man called Nathan Myhrvold, who was the Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft. And that company has patented what it calls a stratoshield, which is essentially a pipe, a tube, which is to be suspended several kilometers into the atmosphere, held up there by blimps, which would then spray sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere for this solar shield. They've taken out a patent on this. In fact, a lot of patents have been taken out by, particularly in the United States, but also in Europe and Britain, on these geoengineering technologies.
REHMAnd what about Richard Branson? What's he up to?
HAMILTONWell, Richard Branson, you know, has a kind of messiah complex, I think. Just quietly. He wants to save the world, and so he's created this thing called a carbon war room. You can Google it. And one of the things he's done is offer a very substantial prize to the inventor who can come up with the best geoengineering technology. But I think there's a -- and I think he's kind of, you know, off there, but a more interesting investor is a man called Murray Edwards. Now, Murray Edwards is a billionaire who made his money in tar sands in Alberta. The dirtiest form of fossil fuels, and of course, it's a huge debate in the US now about the pipeline and whether it's going to be piped through the United States.
HAMILTONMurray Edwards is an investor in carbon engineering. I mentioned, a moment ago, a company owned by David Keith, a Harvard physicist, who's an advocate of geoengineering. And so, when you look at these major investors in fossil fuels are dipping their toes into geoengineering, you have to get worried about the politics of that. I mean, we know that BP and Exxon and ConocoPhillips have started dipping their toes in the geoengineering waters a little bit, just to see where it's going.
HAMILTONAnd when these big companies start to get serious about geoengineering -- after all, the head of Exxon said, climate change is an engineering problem, and for it, we need engineering solutions. Then, I think we have to get very worried.
REHMSo, ultimately, I would assume, from what you've said, that you're pretty much against most, if not all, of these plans.
HAMILTONWell, look, as I said, there are some serious scientists like Paul Crutzen, who, the Nobel Prize winning atmospheric scientist, who won a Nobel Prize for his work on the hole in the ozone layer. In 2006, he wrote a very important paper saying, we have to consider Plan B. The situation is so bad. We're in such trouble, regrettably, we have to do work on Plan B. So, it's important to acknowledge that, and there's no questioning Paul Crutzen's environmental credentials. But I think, really, the question is, if we're going to pursue geoengineering research, who's going to control it?
HAMILTONWho's going to direct it? Who's going to fund it? Who's going to own the results? And this is where I'm very concerned that private investors and scientists pursuing this whole thing, in rich countries, and people in poor vulnerable countries, have no say. So, if it ever comes to a situation where, God forbid, these kinds of technologies are used, it should be done, it must be done, in a democratic way. If we're going to take control of the world's climate systems, then countries -- people in those poor and vulnerable nations must have a say in it.
HAMILTONAnd that's why some of those countries are launching efforts in international forums, such as the Convention on Biodiversity, to place limits on geoengineering research. And to say, if we're going to down this route, we want to have a say, because we are the people who are most affected by climate change and will be most affected by geoengineering.
REHMAnd where do you see most of the push for it coming from?
HAMILTONMost of the push for it is coming from scientists in the United States and, odd as it might seem, there's strong support coming, for geoengineering, from certain conservative think tanks in the US, such as the American Enterprise Institute, the Cato Institute. Organizations that, for more than 10 years, have vigorously denied climate science, have led the charge of behalf of fossil fuel corporations, to attack climate scientists. These very same organizations that say climate change doesn't exist are now coming out and backing geoengineering.
HAMILTONThe solution to a problem they previously said doesn't exist.
REHMClive Hamilton. His new book is titled, "Earthmasters: The Dawn of the Age of Climate Engineering." Lots to think about. Thank you so much.
HAMILTONThank you, Diane.
REHMAnd thanks to all of you for listening. I'm Diane Rehm.
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You can definitely argue that poverty and underdevelopment cause Marxism or at least cause people to believe in Marxism. Marxism offers A) a group of people to blame if you are poor and B) hope that you, as a poor person, will get your "fair share" of money and goods if a Marxist state comes to power. This analysis argues that only poor countries will ever have large Marxist movements. You could say that the fact that there's little Marxism in US politics comes from our prosperity.
However, you can also say that Marxist politicians/activists keep it alive. France has a significant Marxist presence and France is not really poor. In that case, you'd have to say that they continue to be Marxist because politicians convince them that it's the best way.
Marxism refers to the thinking and ideas of Karl Max, These are predominantly concerned with the nature of economic systems and ways of managing and governing economies and countries. Any spread or contraction in extent of application of Marxism in the government methods and policies, by definition, has to be a political action. One may ascribe spread of Marxism to politicians fanning it. But that would be as meaningless as saying that politicians fan democracy, or politicians fan desire for freedom.
Poverty is definitely a condition that makes the promise of Marxism very attractive to people. But It should be noted that Marxism is more concerned with disparities in wealth and income between different classes of people in the society, rather than the absolute levels of poverty. Marxism is more concerned with equitable distribution of income between all the people in a society rather than with increasing the total combined income of the society as a whole.
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On 31 October 2004 the ownership of the Joint Security Area at Panmunjom was transfered from the United States and returned to the Republic of Korea. This transfer included a transfer of leadership of the security mission of patrolling the Panmunjom Peace Village and associated facilities. The US element of the United Nations Command Joint Security Battalion, which had been in the process of being reduced for some time prior, would continue to cooperate with the larger ROK contingent.
Among the provisions of the Armistice Agreement signed 27 July 1953, to bring a cease-fire in the Korean War, was establishment of the Military Armistice Commission, an agency to supervise implementation of the truce terms. Meetings of MAC representatives from the United Nations Command and the Korean People's Army/Chinese People's Volunteers were held at the Joint Security Area, an 800 meter-wide enclave, roughly circular in shape, that bisects the Military Demarcation Line separating South and North Korea.
The JSA was often called the "Truce Village," but was best known worldwide as Panmunjom. It was a village that was destroyed in the war, but gained lasting fame as the site where the Armistice Agreement was negotiated, even though it was actually signed by the opposing commanders, General Mark W. Clark, Commander- in-Chief, UNC, at Munsan south of the DMZ and by Marshal Kim Il Sung, KPA Supreme Commander, and Peng Teh-huai, Commander, CPV, at Kaesong in the north.
The major buildings in the JSA were set squarely on the MDL, which bisected the center of a green-felt-covered conference table inside the MAC Conference Room. Since the Commission headquarters of each side was located outside the conference area, in Seoul for the UNC and in Kaesong for the KPA/CPV, both sides maintained a Joint Duty Office at the JSA to provide continuous liaison. The JDOs would meet to pass communications from the senior member or secretary of their sides.
Military Police of both sides provided security for the JSA with guard forces of no more than 35 security personnel on duty at any given time. The administrative facilities for both guard forces are located within the JSA. The UN Command security forces were maintained by a US-ROK UNC Security Battalion. The total force fluctuated, with some 350 members of the ROK Army and 250 members of the United States military during the 1990s. Plans to reduce the US precense all over Korea resulted in a dramatic reduction in US personnel. By the time authority over the Joint Security Area was transfered to the Republic of Korea in 2004, the US component numbered only 40 personnel.
Also found in the JSA are the offices and conference room for the Neutral Nations Supervisory Commission.
Military and civilian guests were permitted to visit the JSA as guests of the respective sides. Currently, the UNC sponsored nearly 100,000 visitors each year, most of them tourists who come on visits arranged by the Korea Tourist Bureau or military personnel whose visit was encouraged to ensure their better understanding of the situation in Korea. The KPA/CPV also bring guests, but these number less than 10,000 annually.
The Joint Security Area was one of the 42 camps north of Seoul authorized Hardship Duty Pay of $150 per month as of 1 January 2001. The Hardship Duty Pay is paid to troops who are permanently assigned to areas where it is authorized or who serve 30 consecutive days of temporary duty in those areas. Several factors are considered in determining whether a location qualified for the pay: climate, physical and social isolation, sanitation, disease, medical facilities, housing, food, recreational and community facilities, political violence, harassment and crime. The extra pay provides meaningful financial recognition to troops assigned in areas where living conditions are substantially below US standards.
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We’ve seen the two main ideas that the general public have about the way banks work. Both of them are wrong. That’s not too surprising, after all, unlike the Positive Money team most people don’t spend their time obsessing about how banks work. And banking is complex, which means that most people give up trying to understand it. But what about economics or finance students? Most of these students and graduates have a slightly better understanding of banking. They get taught about something called the ‘money multiplier’.
Proof & Further Reading:
Is the ‘Money Multiplier a Myth?’
From the Bank of England’s 2014 Q1 Quarterly Bulletin:
“Another common misconception is that the central bank determines the quantity of loans and deposits in the economy by controlling the quantity of central bank money — the so-called ‘money multiplier’ approach. In that view, central banks implement monetary policy by choosing a quantity of reserves. And, because there is assumed to be a constant ratio of broad money to base money, these reserves are then ‘multiplied up’ to a much greater change in bank loans and deposits. For the theory to hold, the amount of reserves must be a binding constraint on lending, and the central bank must directly determine the amount of reserves. While the money multiplier theory can be a useful way of introducing money and banking in economic textbooks, it is not an accurate description of how money is created in reality. Rather than controlling the quantity of reserves, central banks today typically implement monetary policy by setting the price of reserves — that is, interest rates.” (McLeay, Thomas, & Radia, Money creation in the modern economy, page 2)
“In reality, neither are reserves a binding constraint on lending, nor does the central bank fix the amount of reserves that are available. As with the relationship between deposits and loans, the relationship between reserves and loans typically operates in the reverse way to that described in some economics textbooks. Banks first decide how much to lend depending on the profitable lending opportunities available to them — which will, crucially, depend on the interest rate set by the Bank of England. It is these lending decisions that determine how many bank deposits are created by the banking system. The amount of bank deposits in turn influences how much central bank money banks want to hold in reserve (to meet withdrawals by the public, make payments to other banks, or meet regulatory liquidity requirements), which is then, in normal times, supplied on demand by the Bank of England.” (McLeay, Thomas, & Radia, Money creation in the modern economy, page 2)
“Part of the confusion may stem from some economists’ use of the term ‘reserves’ when referring to ‘excess reserves’ — balances held above those required by regulatory reserve requirements. In this context, ‘lending out reserves’ could be a shorthand way of describing the process of increasing lending and deposits until the bank reaches its maximum ratio. As there are no reserve requirements in the United Kingdom the process is less relevant for UK banks.” (McLeay, Thomas, & Radia, Money creation in the modern economy, page 3, footnote 2)
From a Bank of England handbook for central bankers:
“If there is a shortage of liquidity [i.e. reserves], then the central bank will (almost) always supply the need…As regards a shortage of commercial bank reserves held at the central bank, the risk is that a shortage would mean payments could not be cleared at the end of the day.” [Our addition in square brackets] (Gray, S., Handbook No. 27 – Liquidity Forecasting. Bank of England Centre for Central Banking Studies. 2008).
From Professor Charles Goodhart, advisor to the Bank of England:
“Virtually every monetary economist believes that the central bank can control the monetary base [i.e. the stock of cash and central bank reserves]… Almost all those who have worked in a central bank believe that this view is totally mistaken.” [Our addition in brackets.] Goodhart, C. (1994). What Should Central Banks Do? What Should Be Their Macroeconomic Objectives and Operations? The Economic Journal, 104 (p. 427).
The money multiplier story
The money multiplier story says that banks actually create much of the money in the economy. Here’s how the story goes: A man walks into a bank and deposits his salary of £1000 in cash. Now the bank knows that, on average, the customer won’t need the whole of his £1000 returned all at once. He’s probably going to spend a little bit of his salary each day over the course of the month. So the bank assumes that much of the money deposited is ‘idle’ or spare and won’t be needed on any particular day. It keeps back a small ‘reserve’ of say 10% of the money deposited with it (in this case £100), and lends out the other £900 to somebody who needs a loan. So the borrower takes this £900 and spends it at a local car dealer. The car dealer doesn’t want to keep that much cash in its office, so it takes the money back to another bank. Now the bank again realises that it can use the bulk of the money to make another loan. It keeps back 10% – £90 – and lend out the other £810 to make another loan. Whoever borrows the £810 spends it, and it comes back to one of the banks again. Whichever bank receives it then keeps back 10% i.e. £81, and makes a new loan of £729. This process of relending continues, with the same money being lent over and over again, but with 10% of the money being put in the reserve every time. Note that every one of the customers who paid money into the bank still thinks that their money is there, in the bank. The numbers on their bank statement confirm that the money is still there. Even though there is still only £1000 in cash flowing around, the sum total of everyone’s bank account balances has been increasing, and so has the total amount of debt. Supposedly this process continues, until after around 200 cycles, almost all of the original money is now in reserves, and only a fraction of a penny is being relent. By now, the sum total of all bank accounts adds up to about £10,000.
So the multiplier model that is still taught in many universities implies that this repeated process of a bank taking money from a customer, putting a little bit into a reserve, and then lending out the rest can create money out of nothing, because the same money is double-counted every time is it relent. The model says that if the reserve ratio – that’s the percentage of customers’ money that the banks have to keep in a reserve – is 10%, then the total amount of money will grow to roughly 10 times the amount of cash in the economy. You can imagine this model as a pyramid. The cash is the base of the pyramid ,and then, depending on the reserve ratio, the banks multiply up the total amount of money by relending it over and over again.
An inaccurate and outdated way of describing how the banking system works
The fact is that what we’ve just shown you is completely wrong. It’s an inaccurate and outdated way of describing how the banking system works. In fact, banks in the UK haven’t worked like this for years. But despite that, this model is still used most of the time whenever people talk about how money is created, whether in universities or on videos on the internet. Before we spent 5 months researching exactly how the system worked, we used to think it worked like this too.
The fact that this pyramid model is still used is a problem for three reasons:
Firstly, this model implies that banks have to wait until someone puts money into a bank before they can start making loans. This implies that banks just react passively to what customers do, and that they wait for people with savings to come along before they start lending. This is not how it really works, as we’ll see later.
Secondly, it implies that the central bank has ultimate control over the total amount of money in the economy. They can control the amount of money by changing either the reserve ratio – that’s the percentage of customers’ money that banks have to keep in reserve – or the amount of ‘base money’ – cash – at the bottom of the pyramid. For example, if the Bank of England sets a legal reserve ratio –– and this reserve ratio is 10%, then the total money supply can grow to 10 times the amount of cash in the economy. If the Bank of England then increases the reserve ratio to 20%, then the money supply can only grow to 5 times the amount of cash in the economy. If the reserve ratio was dropped to 5%, then the money supply would grow to 20 times the amount of cash in the economy. Alternatively, the Bank of England could change how much cash there was in the economy in the first place. If it printed another £1000 and put that into the economy, and the reserve ratio is still 10%, then the theory says that the money supply will increase by a total of £10,000, after the banks have gone through the process of repeatedly re-lending that money. This process is described as altering the amount of ‘base money’ in the economy.
But the most significant implication of this model is that the Bank of England, or the Federal Reserve or European Central Bank, has complete control over how much money there really is in the economy. If they change the size of the base – by pumping more ‘base money’ into the system – then the total amount of money should increase. If they change the reserve ratio, then the steepness of the sides of the pyramid will change. But eventually, the reserve ratio stops the money supply growing any further. At some point we reach the top of the pyramid and the money supply stops growing. So there’s absolutely no possibility that the money supply can get out of control. There’s just one small problem. Almost everything about this description of banking is wrong.
In fact, Professor Charles Goodhart, of the London School of Economics and an advisor to the Bank of England for over 30 years, described this model as “such an incomplete way of describing the process of the determination of the stock of money that it amounts to mis-instruction.”
It might be forgivable for textbooks to be out of date if the rules had changed in the last couple of years – after all, a lot of rules and regulations changed during the financial crisis. But Professor Goodhart actually said this in 1984. 27 years, later university students are still learning a description of banking that is completely inaccurate. This is a big problem. If these students then go on to become economists and advisors to the government, and they don’t even really understand how money works, then our economy could end up in a real mess. Oh wait…it already is!
Now, I have to point out that these videos do apply to the UK, and we haven’t had time to confirm exactly how things work in the USA and Europe. But for those of you in the US, a paper published in 1992 refers to a textbook still used in universities today – and states that “the multiplier model…is at best a misleading and incomplete model, and at worst a completely mis-specified model’. [Lombra, http://www.jstor.org/pss/40325454 ]
Here’s the bottom line when it comes to the ‘money multiplier’:
1) There’s no reserve ratio in the UK anymore, and there hasn’t been for a long time.
2) The Bank of England doesn’t have any real control over the amount of cash, or even electronic ‘base money’ (which we’ll talk about later).
3) And the Bank of England certainly doesn’t have control over how much money there is in the economy in total.
It’s not just economics graduates who have the wrong information. Even people working in the Treasury still believe it works according to the textbook. We’ve had letters from the Treasury saying things like this: “In this system, the Bank of England alone has control over the monetary base, which consists of currency (banknote and coins) and reserves held by commercial banks at the Bank of England. Commercial banks keep only a fraction of their deposits in reserve, lending out the remainder, while maintaining the simultaneous obligation to redeem all deposits upon demand.” Allowing people with an incomplete understanding of how money works to manage our economy is very dangerous. It’s like allowing engineering students who don’t understand gravity to build skyscrapers. People will suffer. | <urn:uuid:1ffd0f8c-aa78-4f72-b437-b5054c656a14> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://positivemoney.org/how-money-works/banking-101-video-course/whats-wrong-with-the-money-multiplier-model-banking-101-part-2/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560285001.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095125-00309-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.952593 | 2,714 | 3.421875 | 3 |
The Element Charms help Merida wield the powers of Earth, Fire, Wind and Ice within her bow and sword in Pixar's Brave, the video game. Icons of the charms help players know which charm Merida must use, on the enemies and items to clear her path.
This charm does extra damage to root beasts and flying enemies and can also make objects grow.
After Merida returns to the Witch's Cottage, so she can order the witch to undo the spell on her mom, the witch tells her about Mor'du's blight on the Waystones and that lifting it would make the queen human again. To help Merida in her task, the witch gives her a green jewel like charm that holds the power of Earth.Merida's arrows turn into a pink headed thistle with a long, thin stem when she uses the charm's magic and the arrows leave petals as she shots one.
This charm does extra damage to wood and ice enemies and can also burn objects.
After Bear Elinor takes off (after defeating a hand full of enemies) Merida chases after her and finds herself in old ruins. As Merida looked for her mother and the next Waystone, she uncovers the Fire Charm and used it's magic to clear away some roots that were blocking her path.When Merida uses its magic, her arrows cover themselves in fire, without burning them, the bow or her.
This charm does extra damage to rock enemies and can also lift objects into the air.
As Merida's journey to clear the blight brought her to a forgotten, abandoned village by the sea, she wonders into another pair of ruins and was rewarded the Wind Charm: as she fought rock monsters without it's magic.Like the fire charm, Merida's arrows surround themselves with the charm's 'windy' element.
This charm does extra damage to fire enemies and can also freeze or cool objects.
Like the Wind Charm, Merida was rewarded the fourth and final charm as she took down fire beasts. The Ice Charm allows her to cross the cold waters that surround the frozen land(s). But unlike the last three/two charms, the fourth was kept in/on a shrine.The charm's magic turns Merida's arrows into ice itself and allows her to hold and handle it with easy.
Mor'du has four pillars in his castle that represent the elements of earth, fire, wind and ice, just like Merida's charms. The pillars are large stones that glow with the colour of their element; bright green for earth, orange and red flames for fire, grey for wind and white mist for ice.
In the final battle, Mor'du slams the ground, causing one of the pillars to disappear into the ground and summon a monster tied to that element. The ice pillar summons a giant ice wolf with one small wolf and an ice boar. The fire pillar summons a giant magma boar, two smaller ones and a root creature. The wind pillar causes Merida's plateau to crack and summons a giant harpy. The earth pillar causes the plateau to crack and fall, creating a floating staircase. It summons various enemies and a giant rock titan.Once Merida vanquishes the beast, the pillar appears in front of her. By destroying the pillar, Merida wounds Mor'du and if all pillars are destroyed, Mor'du dies. | <urn:uuid:55f9c593-06af-415f-aac0-183076e4d5f7> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/Element_Charms | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570793.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808092125-20220808122125-00667.warc.gz | en | 0.945395 | 697 | 2.015625 | 2 |
Hyperspectral imaging (HSI) is a new technology that obtains spectroscopic information and renders it in image form. This study examined the difference in the spectral reflectance (SR) of gastric tumors and normal mucosa recorded with a hyperspectral camera equipped with HSI technology and attempted to determine the specific wavelength that is useful for the diagnosis of gastric cancer. A total of 104 gastric tumors removed by endoscopic submucosal dissection from 96 patients at Yamaguchi University Hospital were recorded using a hyperspectral camera. We determined the optimal wavelength and the cut-off value for differentiating tumors from normal mucosa to establish a diagnostic algorithm. We also attempted to highlight tumors by image processing using the hyperspectral camera’s analysis software. A wavelength of 770 nm and a cut-off value of 1/4 the corrected SR were selected as the respective optimal wavelength and cut-off values. The rates of sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of the algorithm’s diagnostic capability were 71%, 98%, and 85%, respectively. It was possible to enhance tumors by image processing at the 770-nm wavelength. HSI can be used to measure the SR in gastric tumors and to differentiate between tumorous and normal mucosa. | <urn:uuid:d2b11f83-df1b-43c9-9c8a-d09d50c7fa4c> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://biomedicaloptics.spiedigitallibrary.org/article.aspx?articleid=2099643 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280825.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00205-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.936875 | 257 | 2.921875 | 3 |
Forget Intel versus AMD–that was a chip-maker battle of yesteryear, played out inside your desktop PC. Now the real CPU war is happening inside smartphones and servers, where Intel is playing a desperate game of catch-up to ARM and a few new pretenders, and there’re billions of dollars at stake.
Server chip maker Smooth-Stone has just raised $48 million of venture cash to fund development of ARM-based server chips. The 12-man company is just two years old, but its bold plans to challenge Intel in the server CPU market have already attracted financial backing from ARM itself, ATIC (which also owns part of AMD) and Texas Instruments.
ARM chips differ from Intel’s more traditionally designed CPUs in that they attempt to produce the same sort of raw computing power in a different way: Instead of Intel’s millions of transistors, each arranged in a complex architecture that’s designed to optimize a list of specialist functions, ARM chips architecture is about simplicity, using a smaller number of transistors more efficiently and speedily. As a result an ARM-based CPU is hard to compare to an Intel one–numbers that consumers traditionally rely on, like the GHz clock speeds, don’t necessarily translate between the two design ideas. But ARM chips can definitely be as powerful as Intel’s offerings, and their lower component count has one huge pay-off: They consumer far less electrical power. This means they’re more suited for use in smartphones, where supping small amounts of juice from the battery is absolutely key to the overall performance.
Until now though, ARM-based chips haven’t often been used in server designs because they are aimed at the limited computing tasks that phones require. This has left Intel as the dominant force in the server game, which typically sees the highest chip prices on the modern computing market. But recently some alternative thinking about servers has begun to pop up, with efforts like SeaMicro’s Atom-based architecture–while these are still Intel chips, the notion is to combine lots of smaller, cheaper, more electrically efficient chips into a server that can compete with a more traditional one. And this is exactly where Smooth Stone fits in. ARM chips would be a fabulous way to achieve a similar result, with the benefit of even lower power consumption–an effect that really comes into play when you imagine a server farm stacked with hundreds of servers, each needing a power supply and cooling. If Smooth Stone can up-scale ARM chips to cope with the kind of computer power demands of a server, then people who own server farms with massive electrical power bills (and pressure to reduce their carbon footprint) are going to pay attention.
Meanwhile we know Intel also has plans to try to jam its chips into everything from smartphones to cars … and so far hasn’t done very well at the task. Now it looks like Intel’s going to be facing some steep challenges to entering the billion dollar smartphone game–currently dominated by ARM-based designs. Qualcomm and TI have both revealed plans for dual-core lightweight CPUs destined for in-phone use. Until now this kind of architecture hasn’t arrived for phones, as it uses more power, but the processing benefits it brings are so huge that it’s definitely an option for future smartphone design, especially given the increasing sophistication of phone apps. Qualcomm and TI will be using ARM A9 reference designs, with TI’s OMAP4430 running at 1GHz (like the iPad’s Apple A4, but with two cores instead of one) and Qualcomm has two designs at 1.2 GHz and 1.5Ghz–this one likely to hit in 2011. With Apple itself almost certainly working on A9-reference chip designs for the next iPad (also likely to arrive in early 2011), things don’t look too hot for Intel.
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Patricia Prelock, Ph.D., is Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Professor of Communication Sciences & Disorders, and Professor of Pediatrics in the College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. Dr. Prelock coordinates parent training programs for caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and examines the effectiveness of interventions in social cognition for children with ASD. She has been awarded more than 11 million dollars in funding to develop innovations in interdisciplinary training supporting children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families, to facilitate training in speech-language pathology, and to support her autism intervention work. She has more than 150 publications and 470 peer-reviewed and invited presentations in the areas of autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, collaboration, and family-centered care. Dr. Prelock is an ASHA Fellow, a University of Vermont Scholar and a Board Certified Specialist in Child Language. She served as the 2013 ASHA President.
The use of social stories and comic strip conversation to improve the behavior, communication and perspective taking of children with ASD Parent training to support social communication in children with ASD Facilitating the play and social interaction of preschool children with ASD and their typical peers Assessing theory of mind in children with and without ASD | <urn:uuid:5d3ab03e-1942-4671-9dee-8abc058c806f> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.omicsonline.org/editor-profile/Patricia_A_Prelock/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573399.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20220818185216-20220818215216-00073.warc.gz | en | 0.940371 | 282 | 2.125 | 2 |
There are many different types of countertops available. Certain countertops are best for certain uses. Before getting new countertops, you should learn about the different materials available and what each should be used for. It’s best to choose a type of stone that fits any concerns you might have. If you are worried about damage, look for a durable stone.
Not all countertops are the same, which is why it’s important to look for the best option for your needs. Some countertops are more durable than others. Some are easier to care for and maintain. Some are known for their beauty while others are more functional. Depending on where or how you are using your countertops, you should look for stones that meet those needs.
If you’re looking for the right kind of countertop for a hospital, quartz is a great choice. Here are some of the reasons you should choose quartz for hospital countertops:
- Quartz is extremely hygienic. Some other types of countertops, such as limestone and marble, are porous. This means that the countertop absorbs anything that may be on it, including bacteria. The bacteria can easily be spread if the surfaces aren’t properly cleaned frequently. Quartz is different. It is a non-porous surface, which means that any liquids or moisture left on the surface cannot be absorbed.
- Quartz has few seams. Another way that quartz is hygienic is that it doesn’t have a lot of seams or gaps. The problem with seams and gaps is that they can hold a lot of bacteria. For example, tile has many seams. In these seams, bacteria can live. Those seams aren’t always cleaned well. Quartz countertops come in large pieces. These slabs can easily be used for reception desks, bathroom counters, and more. Because those large slabs don’t have seams, bacteria can be less of a concern. With the lack of seams and the non-porous surface of quartz, quartz is an easy way for hospitals to prevent the spread of germs. Quartz also does not chip or scratch easily, which means that there are even fewer places for bacteria to live.
- Quartz requires minimal care. Quartz is easy to care for, which is important. In a hospital, the surfaces must be cleaned often to prevent the spread of germs. Quartz is simple to clean. The smooth surface doesn’t let any liquids or moisture in, which makes it easier to keep clean. The surface will not scratch and it will not become damaged easily either. Staff members won’t have to put in a lot of extra time and effort to care for quartz countertops.
- Quartz is beautiful and eye-catching. Though the function of quartz may be more important in a hospital setting, having beautiful countertops, like these, can be a nice plus. Hospital patients like to feel like they are in a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment. Even though beauty isn’t the top priority, it never hurts to add a visually pleasing accent to a space.
- Quartz is durable. In a hospital, the countertops get a lot of use. People are constantly using countertops. People use countertops as a surface to write on or to place their belongings on as they check in. Countertops in a bathroom are often used and may get splashed with soap and water. It is essential that hospitals use durable stone for their countertops so that they don’t get damaged easily or show wear early.
- Quartz can last for years. Because quartz is so durable and easy to care for, hospitals and doctor’s offices that use quartz have found that it has lasted for years. Quartz is very sturdy and shows little to no damage. Due to its durability, it is a good investment for hospitals and doctor’s offices. The countertops will not need to be replaced for a while if quartz is used. You can count on them to be durable and withstand regular, heavy use.
There are other types of countertops that can work well in a hospital or doctor’s office setting. If you’re looking for the perfect fit, quartz is the best option. It offers hygienic benefits, which help to keep the hospital clean. It’s easy to care for, which makes cleaning and maintenance easier too. Quartz can be a beautiful accent in a hospital setting, which can make a hospital more welcoming and inviting. Finally, quartz is durable. In a hospital, the countertops can get a lot of use, whether they’re in the waiting room or a patient’s room. Quartz can withstand heavy use without showing any scratches, chips, or other damage.
If you want to upgrade your hospital’s countertops, quartz is the right choice for all the reasons mentioned. Quartz offers everything you could need in countertops in a hospital setting. You won’t find a better fit for a hospital or doctor’s office, especially because of everything that quartz has to offer. | <urn:uuid:b0d80a17-626f-4e35-84da-1b5bd5d62a4b> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.healthcarebusinesstoday.com/why-quartz-is-perfect-for-hospital-countertops/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572304.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816120802-20220816150802-00479.warc.gz | en | 0.957095 | 1,038 | 2.078125 | 2 |
|Posted:||October 19, 2021 01:53 PM|
|From:||Representative Aaron D. Kaufer|
|To:||All House members|
|Subject:||Behavioral Health Awareness Model Curriculum|
|In the near future, I plan to introduce legislation that will require the PA Department of Education (PDE) to develop a model curriculum to assist school entities in providing behavioral health education.
As we are all well-aware, the lack of awareness and identification of behavioral health issues in our schools is not good for Pennsylvania students. Further, many of our students battle mental or behavioral health issues yet lack an environment in which to cope or know who or where to turn to when in need. Due to lack of understanding, much of our society continues to stigmatize behavioral health issues, mainly due to the shortage of educational materials on the topic.
For these reasons, I plan to introduce legislation to address these persistent problems. As the General Assembly has done with other urgent subjects—such as child exploitation awareness—this legislation requires the PA Department of Education, in consultation with at least one organization addressing behavioral health, to develop model behavioral health curriculum to be made available for use by school entities.
Additionally, each school entity may provide four hours of training on behavioral health awareness to professional educators. The four hours of training may be applied to a professional educator’s continuing professional education requirements.
I hope that you will join me in increasing behavioral health awareness, reducing the stigma related to behavioral health, and ultimately improving the lives of students struggling with behavioral health by co-sponsoring this important legislation. If you have any questions, please contact my office
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Top 5 Everglades Airboat Tours Fun Facts
Airboats are the only vehicle that can effortlessly cruise through the deep swampland of the Everglades. Given this fact, it goes without saying that an airboat is the best way to explore Florida’s endless River of Grass. But, merely acquiring an airboat and venturing into the Everglades can be rather dangerous. Unlike other waterways in Florida, the Everglades does not have any posted signs indicating directions, speed limit, etc. Guided Everglades Airboat tours are the safest and most exciting way to ensure that you get the most out of your tour of the Everglades.
Our knowledgeable airboat captains will chauffeur you through Florida’s Everglades. You can enjoy the scenery and the environment while learning more about the environment that surrounds you. Airboats are one of the only truly safe methods for trekking through Florida’s swamps, without the danger of snakes, alligators, and other creepy crawlers that could be dangerous to humans. Here are some fun facts about Airboats and the Everglades.
Airboats & The Everglades Fun Facts
Did you know?
- In other parts of the world, people refer to Airboats as fan boats. This is particularly the case in Canada.
- We refer to airboats as flat-bottomed boats, powered by the same engine and propeller that would be used in an aircraft. Why? Flat-bottomed boats allow easy access to shallow waters, which are prevalent in the Everglades. Depending on the boat, airboats are made out of aluminum or fiberglass due to how light-weight these materials are.
- Airboats respect the environment more than standard hulled boats. After all, the majority of the wildlife in the swamp live close to the surface. Everything required for an airboat to be operational is mounted high on the boat, raising the boat’s center of gravity and ensures that the boat skims over the surface of the water. Standard boats require the propeller to be underneath the water, which most pushes its way through the water.
- For those that keep the sake of the environment in mind, airboats are entirely safe for wildlife and plant life that lives below the surface. None of the moving parts of an airboat are located below the waterline, so animals and plants that live underwater are in no danger. Fort Lauderdale Airboat tours take extra care to ensure that animals are not harmed. Instead, you can appreciate them from a distance during our Everglades airboat tours.
- Airboats can move without water and can glide through excess water, which is another benefit of a flat-bottom boat. You can embark on Fort Lauderdale Airboat Tours all year round!
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There’s a point in everyone’s life when we become nervous, uneasy and worried about uncertain outcomes of things. That my friend is called ‘anxiety’ or being ‘anxious’.
I was invited to attend a session witnessing the launch of Project Hope under the group Anxiety Anonymous. There was a panel of speakers including Sana Zehra,
Sharing few points from the panel at the Project Hope launch, including public influencers Khalid Malik and Ahsan Bari, success is no panacea for depression. By being vulnerable enough to share their journeys, they are living proof that a healthy life is possible, no matter how low you have felt.
“I felt anxiety and depression before I had the words to identify them,” said
DreenAnwar, the founder of Anxiety Anonymous, an online awareness mental health Facebook group that has allowed people to connect and share their experiences and anxieties.
The group is now branching out, and seeking solutions with weekly support sessions, in the form of Project Hope, where one can express their feelings without fear of judgement by learning coping mechanisms from each other.
The sessions are an opportunity to be heard but also to listen. The articulate Varah Mussavir, who spoke at length, noted that many of the people she has encountered simply need to speak their heart out to a kind ear. Those with clinical issues may seek professional therapy and medication, but all of us need personal connections.
These weekly sessions will be held every Thursday at The Second Floor (T2F) and are open to anyone who wishes to attend.
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Although it was only established in 1994, the United Kingdom’s National Lottery is one of the biggest worldwide lotteries going. It has changed a lot since it was first drawn, with Camelot retaining their license throughout. The National Lottery commission regulates this lottery, with prizes paid out as lump sums.
50% of all the lottery money generated through ticket sales is available to be won, with another 28% devoted to causes by Parliament. 12% of revenue is paid to the UK Government as tax, whilst 5% goes to retailers for selling the tickets, 5% goes to Camelot (who operate the lottery), 4.5% covers operating costs, and 0.5% is profit. The National Lottery is therefore one of the most transparent lotteries in the world.
In 2002, this lotto game underwent significant changes to its format, developing an extra game. Both games form the current National Lottery, and most gamblers in the United Kingdom have a crack at it every week. In 2013, Camelot decided to increase the cost of a lottery ticket from £1 to £2. Significant restructuring of the prizes was also done, allowing more money to be won. A Millionaire’s Raffle was also introduced into the lottery, dropping the total percentage of cash prizes down to 42.47%, with 5.03% dedicated to this raffle pot.
How to play the UK Lotto
Players must pick a total of six numbers from 49 represented in the lottery. They can also opt to have their numbers selected at random if they wish, via the “Lucky Dip” ticket. Six numbers are drawn in total, as well as a bonus ball. The bonus ball only counts if players have five numbers already matched.
The lowest paying combination in the National Lottery is 3 numbers. If a player matches 3 numbers, then they will win £25, at odds of 56/1. Only after the 3 ball winners are paid out, is the remainder of the lottery fund used to pay out higher winners.
Matching 4 numbers is estimated at odds of 1,031/1, and 23.8% of the funds is given to players who match four numbers. A 5 number ticket will see you win 4.5% of the remaining funds, with odds of 55,490/1. Should a player land 5 plus the bonus ball, they will win 5.3% of the pot, and they have odds of 2,330,635/1 of doing this. The top prize is worth 66.4% of the pot, and players must have all 6 numbers to do this. Your chances of success are 13,983,815 to 1.
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The United Kingdom’s National Lottery game is one of several which you can play on The Lotter. If you’re interested in giving it a shot, Lotto Atlas recommends using this site to purchase your tickets. When you play with The Lotter, you won’t even need to reside in the country, in order to be able to play. Simply purchase your tickets (either by selecting numbers manually or by opting for lucky dips), and pay for them (with a small charge for handling), and then anything you win is yours to keep.
The National Lottery always pays out in lump sums. On average, 31 million tickets are sold every week for the Saturday draw, with roughly half that sold for draws which take place on Wednesdays. To date, the biggest jackpot ever paid out in the National Lottery with a single ticket is just over £22.5 million. This was won in 1995 by two window glazing businessmen. However, the biggest ever jackpot win was £42,008,610 which was won in January 1996, by three winners. Each winner pocketed £14,002,870 a pop. If you fancy your chances of playing Britain’s foremost lottery game, then get your National Lottery tickets at The Lotter today. | <urn:uuid:5a49169c-4249-4bd8-936b-ab8d6d3b772e> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | http://www.lottoatlas.com/uk-lotto/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571758.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812200804-20220812230804-00677.warc.gz | en | 0.97445 | 840 | 1.875 | 2 |
Peng, H.P., Jiang, Xiang, Xu, Zhijie and Liu, X.J. (2008) Optimal tolerance design for products with correlated characteristics by considering the present worth of quality loss. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 39 (1-2). pp. 1-8. ISSN 0268-3768Metadata only available from this repository.
The quality loss function proposed by Taguchi provides a quantitative measurement of product quality when product’s quality characteristic value deviates from the ideal target at an arbitrary time. However, product use causes degradation on its quality characteristic, and since such a deviation can be changing over time, so can its quality loss. The quality loss caused by degradation on quality characteristic has not been considered in most research. In this paper, the time value of money for quality loss and product degradation over time is integrated into the total cost model, and a new optimization model for the tolerance design of products with correlated characteristics is established. The discussions focus on the multivariate quality loss function as an extension of the Taguchi loss function, which is used to model quality loss due to product degradation as a continuous cash flow function under continuous compounding. The optimal tolerance design is achieved by minimizing the total cost, which is the sum of manufacturing cost and the present worth of expected quality loss. An illustrative example is presented to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed model.
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- “WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 — A federal judge ordered strict new limitations on tobacco marketing on Thursday after finding that cigarette makers deserved to be punished for a decades-old conspiracy to deceive the public about the dangers of smoking.”
Judge Kessler ordered the companies to stop labeling cigarettes as “low tar” or “light” or “natural” or with other “deceptive brand descriptors which implicitly or explicitly convey to the smoker and potential smoker that they are less hazardous to health than full-flavor cigarettes.”
The deception, Judge Gladys Kessler of Federal District Court for the District of Columbia said, resulted in “an immeasurable amount of human suffering.”
In accordance with this ruling, The Consumerist is pulling all deceptive tobacco advertising from the site, especially this banner ad.
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Researchers at OSU additionally use simulation to evaluate evacuation routes alongside the Oregon Coast within the occasion of a tsunami. Within the subsequent Cascadia Subduction Zone occasion, there could also be solely 15 to 20 minutes after floor shaking to evacuate from the tsunami inundation zone. What routes ought to folks take? Is it quicker to run to larger floor than to drive? What if bridges are severely broken because of floor shaking? Is there a adequate variety of various routes within the transportation community? Simulation instruments comparable to agent-based modeling can tackle these questions and assist coastal municipalities put together.
Along with the efficiency of buildings and bridges, the performance of water, energy, telecommunications, and socio-economic networks additionally influences restoration after an earthquake or tsunami. The connections between these networks are extremely advanced and require high-performance computing to evaluate their efficiency after an occasion. OSU researchers are working with researchers on the Nationwide Institute of Requirements and Expertise (NIST), the Nationwide Middle for Supercomputing Functions (NCSA), and different universities within the Middle for Threat-Primarily based Group Resilience Planning to construct a computational framework for decision-making contemplating these interconnected networks when planning for and recovering from disasters at native, state, and regional ranges.
Everybody would like to push a button and get a solution for the most effective preparedness and restoration methods. Nevertheless, like my colleague mentioned in that earlier installment, “there’s no free lunch”. The event, validation, and use of decision-making software program requires training in programming in addition to the underlying structural, geotechnical, and coastal engineering—programming isn’t just a pc science difficulty. | <urn:uuid:cf06a6d0-2a77-4f80-b377-5be086606f17> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://ahmytricks.com/utilizing-pc-simulations-to-organize-for-quakes-tsunamis-native-2/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571190.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810131127-20220810161127-00069.warc.gz | en | 0.929584 | 339 | 2.65625 | 3 |
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As others have mentioned, I also do not recommend "buffers." Adding any chemical or substance to an aquarium is something I never do unless it is essential, such as water conditioner and plant fertilizer.
There are ways to naturally buffer your water and it will be stable, without having to constantly add chemicals. First it is important to understand the reason behind all this; if this is "old news" just skip over it, but as I do not know your level of understanding I will explain it briefly.
The hardness (both GH and KH) and the pH are connected. In nature, acidic waters are usually soft while basic (alkaline) waters are usually hard. Hardness is the measure of dissolved minerals and salts in the water. In hard water, containing more minerals and salts, the acidics and organics are bound to the minerals, removing them from the water; the pH remains basic. In soft water with few or no minerals, the acids and organics remain and the pH will lower as they increase. In cases where certain minerals or salts that do not naturally bind with organics are added to tap water, the pH can be low even if the water is hard. The same occurs when acidic substances such as CO2 are added to the water, because this can be stronger than the effect of the minerals and salts in the water.
In the aquarium as acidics (organics) are produced by fish and biological processes the pH will tend to fall. But the hardness will counter this as described above. The carbonate hardness (expressed as KH) acts as a buffer on the pH. If the tap water parameters are basically what you want in the aquarium, regular (weekly) partial water changes of 40-60% will usually serve to maintain this. However, the KH of the water needs to be sufficient to do this or even during a week the pH can fall due to normal acidification.
The best way to "buffer" the pH is naturally, by adding minerals (chiefly calcium and magnesium). But this will raise hardness and correspondingly the pH, and this may not suit the fish. If on the other hand you want to lower the pH of the tap water for the aquarium, the best natural method is by mixing tap water with "pure" waster such as RO (reverse osmosis), rainwater or distilled water. All of this can have critical implications in an aquarium. I can perhaps go into this more once I know your tap water parameters and where you want the aquarium water parameters in relation to that. | <urn:uuid:19bffbf8-0637-443f-8ac6-57e2fe185fb8> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://www.tropicalfishkeeping.com/printthread.php?t=50386 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281331.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00224-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.951926 | 533 | 2.75 | 3 |
From Isaac Norris
ALS: American Philosophical Society; also letterbook copy: Historical Society of Pennsylvania
Philada. October 17th. 1757
Respected Friend Benjn. Franklin
I was pleased to hear of your safe arrival by a short agreeable Letter from Exeter, which I had the pleasure of receiving about a Month ago.3 The small but violent Party continues the same political Systems here expecting, I suppose, to be supported by Power and Influence at Home, where you will have the trouble to watch and disconcert their Misrepresentations.
As the Proprietary Purchases were to be explained at the last Treaty at Easton4 they were under a Necessity of exerting their Utmost Efforts to put forward the best Appearances, and did indeed venture further than I could have believed, If I had not been an Eye and Ear Witness of the Conduct of some of the Gentlemen, who were, on good Grounds, supposed to have the principal management of the Conferences there. Circumstances, which could not be made a Part of the Minutes, were carried on without the necessary Disguise in which Geo. Croghan condescended to become a Necessary Tool. The Law of this Province not yet confirmed in England,5 the meanness of his former Course of Life and his present involved Situation, all probably, contributed to induce him to conduct himself as he did on this Occasion in Opposition to his former repeated Promises to me before it came to a Trial.6 The Treaty laid before the House is in the Name of Geo. Croghan who is there supposed to be making his Report to Sir Wm. Johnson but what share he had in those Minutes, besides what they were compelled to make and collate at the publick Conferences, you who are acquainted with our Indian Minute Makers, need not be informed.7 The Committee by Order of the last Assembly will by this Conveyance transmit the Indian Minutes and Deeds as laid before the House by Charles Thompson8 their Secretary, allowed and admitted by the Governor and George Croghan, with his Notes thereon.9 But as the Governor has never offered him the Deed of 17181 I have ordered our Clerk to procure a certified Copy from the Office to be annexed to the Treaty. The printed Treaty of 1728 is not to be procured here tho it is probable R. Charles has it among his Papers;2 I have two bound up with other Treaties, one of which I leave with my Brother in town and there is another belonging to the Assembly as we find upon search among the publick Papers but we have not been able to procure another. These Treaties being so scarce and not generally recollected by the People who whilst the Indians continued quiet, gave too light Attention to the Indian Purchases as a Matter belonging to the Proprietarys only, might give Occasion to the witholding the Deed of 1718 and it was not known that it was recorded till after the Treaty at Easton. If what Isr[ae]l Pemberton told me is true, that Deed was actually produced to the Council during the Conferences and by them resolved not to be given with the other Deeds; (as you will find it was not) upon which One of the Counsellors entered his Dissent, but this to yourself only as I do not know what Use Is. Pemberton intends to make of this Anecdote, or upon what Terms he had it from his Kinsman the Counsellor.3
I shall herewith send the Copy of James Logans Letter to Thomas Watson dated the 20th of November 17274 by which it will appear that he (who best knew the Indian Purchases) owns the Lands about 3 or 4 Miles above Durham were not then purchased of the Indians. To this I shall add another Letter from J. Logan to my Father concerning the Manner heretofore used by some of our Land jobbers before they were purchased of the Indians. This conduct by long perseverance at length so exasperated the Indians that Governor Thomas in his Message to the Assembly on the 24th Augt. 1742 [Votes Vol 3 pagg. 481 seq]5 acknowledges they had wrote threatning Letters to the Proprietarys and the Magistrates that they would maintain the possession of their Lands by Force tho’ by what has since happened it appears they were then Overawed by the Mohawks ‘till the Unfortunate conduct of the British Arms in America has since given the Delawares an Opportunity of acting openly both against the Mohawks and those they apprehended their Oppressors within this Province. As the Proprietary Purchases are now found to concern every Freeholder who enjoys his Lands under them the Last Assembly appointed a Com[mitt]ee to make search for them thro’ the Council Minutes, but were refused6 as the Com[mitt]ee of Friends had been before so that we have hitherto only picked up such as had been recorded whilst it was yet improbable that the Indian clamours would ever reach the Royal Ear. John Penn soon after his Arrival here in the Year 17347 made large Sales of Land to Geo. McCall8 and others, and Among the Rest made sale of One Hund[red] Thousand Acres of Land which was mostly located in the Forks of Delaware. A considerable time before the Day and halfs Walks by which the Proprietarys lay Claim to those Lands in Virtue of a Deed (as tis called) dated the 28th 6 mo 1686 and which seems to be ramm’d down the throats of the Delawares by the Treaty held by Governor Thomas in June and July 1742.9 When these Lands were sold and located it became necessary to make Titles, and whether those Titles are good or not with Respect to the Indians is now the Dispute for which they have, unhappily for the purchasers, brought an Indian Ejectment. I have One of these Lottery Schemes1 (very scarce) and I believe my Friend R. Charles must have one to which I refer your Curiosity.
I need not say any thing of our late Elections. The House have only met and chosen a few of their old Officers.2 But as New scenes open upon us almost every Day I should be pleased to hear the Sentiments of proper Judges upon our (Carlisle or) Cumberland Election which for any thing I recollect at present is Variety in America.3 Did not our most Fundamental Law oppose it in point of Residence it would be paying the highest Compliment to an Assembly of Pensylvania that the true Guardians of English Liberty should Concern themselves in our Affairs and kindly condescend to partake with us the Care of protecting the just Rights of this injured oppressed Colony. The N. Castle Convention tis said is likely to meet this Year; what they will do, or what may be expected from them, except the renewal of their Militia Law, I know not; but as that Assembly could not find time to meet all last Year, perhaps it may be thought Reasonable they should now lay some sort of a Tax upon themselves towards their own Defence but as every Thing that may be reasonably expected is not therefore performed I cannot in prudence further depend upon it4 than upon the Free Gift which still lyes in the Condition you left it with a Ballance of Two thousand Pounds to be paid whenever it can be got.5 I am Your Affectionate Friend
I am shorter upon Indian Affairs than I should otherwise think necessary as C. Thompson informs me he has wrote on that Subject fully to Wm. Franklin6 to whom pray make my best Respects and Complements acceptable.
October 18th. We have gone thro’ the Choice of our Agents, as last Year. I propose to write both to RC and RP.7
By the Post of this Day I received a Letter of an Old Date from R. Partridge and soon after Is[rae]l Pemberton brought Partridges Letter to him of the 24th of Augt by the Packet, our House is dissatisfied that the Account of our Publick Affairs should be at the pleasure of private Intelligence and shewd some Resentment upon it among the Members but we have thot fit to continue him in the Agency as I have already wrote. Colo. Stanwix [is] not yet come [here?] nor do we know any thing from him since his Election. We have Just now again sent up the Indian trade Bill and may possibly hear the Fate of it before this Vessel goes, but I do not chuse to delay the closing this Letter lest I should miss this Conveyance.8 The Com[mitt]ee of Correspondence propose to send the Vote of Assembly last Year under the Great Seal and with it the Treaty as laid before the House by Charles Thompson with his Notes thereon.9
3. Not found, but presumably written about July 20 during BF’s journey from Falmouth to London.
4. From July 25 to August 7, 1757, about 300 Indians, led by Teedyuscung, met at Easton with George Croghan, Governor Denny, six members of his Council, numerous assemblymen, interpreters, and perhaps 100 Quakers headed by Israel Pemberton. Though the treaty was officially conducted by Croghan as Sir William Johnson’s deputy, the negotiations followed much the same pattern as those of the previous fall (see above, pp. 15–23); Teedyuscung, under the influence of Pemberton and his colleagues, continued to blame the Indian troubles on proprietary land frauds, while Richard Peters and Conrad Weiser steadfastly defended the earlier agreements. The integrity of the official recorders was impugned by a demand that Teedyuscung be permitted to have his own “secretary” and by an insistence that all deeds conveying Indian lands to the Proprietors be made public. Teedyuscung and his followers served Quaker ends for several days, becoming so imbued with self-righteousness as to threaten to massacre the proprietary officials. The Quakers quickly calmed them down, and when other Indian chiefs showed impatience with Teedyuscung’s quarreling over ancient land sales, he suddenly gave up the disputes and proclaimed peace, thus undercutting the Quaker charges and allowing friendly relations to be formally re-established. The treaty is printed in Carl Van Doren and Julian P. Boyd, eds., Indian Treaties Printed by Benjamin Franklin, 1736–1762 (Phila., 1938), pp. 189–212, 307, and there are full accounts of it in the biographies of Croghan, Weiser, Teedyuscung, and Pemberton cited elsewhere in these volumes.
5. The law of Dec. 1, 1755, protecting Croghan from his creditors; see above, VI, 295 n.
6. Among the Franklin papers at APS is a copy of a long memorandum drawn up by Norris at Croghan’s request, July 25, 1757, and explaining what Norris alleged were injustices in proprietary purchases of Indian land, 1686–1742—quite possibly a response to Croghan’s promise to seek full discussion of land grievances at the conference. Norris may have sent this copy to BF for use in pressing the Indian claims in England.
7. Croghan had sided with proprietary officials in some but not all of the disputes at the Easton treaty. Norris’ feeling that Croghan had betrayed him probably came from Croghan’s increasing conviction that Assembly and Quaker interference had encouraged Delaware resistance to the Iroquois dominance upon which Johnson rested his Indian diplomacy. Nicholas B. Wainwright, George Croghan Wilderness Diplomat (Chapel Hill, 1959), pp. 127–34.
8. Charles Thomson (1729–1824), born in Ireland and landed an orphan in Pennsylvania in 1739; taught school in Philadelphia, 1750–60, and acted as agent, penman, and advisor for the Indian-Quaker group which opposed proprietary dealings with the Indians. BF arranged for the publication of his An Enquiry into the Causes of the Alienation of the Delaware and Shawanese Indians, in London in 1759. In 1760 Thomson forsook teaching for trade and politics, and he was in the forefront of every Pennsylvania protest against British rule from the Stamp Act to the Declaration of Independence. In 1774 be began fifteen years’ uninterrupted service as secretary of the Continental Congress, a post at which he made a signal contribution to American independence, earning the gratitude and affection of Washington and John Adams among others. He failed to receive an office under the new Constitution, and retired to his home near Philadelphia where he spent his remaining years in scriptural studies which reflected his life-long devotion to the Presbyterian Church and resulted in highly regarded publications. DAB; Lewis R. Harley, The Life of Charles Thomson (Phila., 1900).
9. On Sept. 29, 1757, the Assembly had ordered these documents sent to its agents in order that “a true Representation of the Complaints of the … Indians against the Province … may be laid before his Majesty for his Royal Determination.” Votes, 1756–57, p. 161.
1. Secretary Richard Peters had resisted making any of the deeds public, and managed to prevent divulgence of this one. Council meeting of Aug. 1, 1757; Pa. Col. Recs., VII, 687–9.
2. BF’s fellow agent, Robert Charles, long a close friend of Norris’, had been receiving official Pennsylvania papers for years.
3. Though the 1718 deed is not mentioned in the minutes of the August 1 meeting, Councilor William Logan, Israel Pemberton’s cousin, had urged that all deeds for Indian lands be made public. Ibid., p. 688. At Thomson’s request, a copy of the deed was provided on Aug. 30, 1757. I Pa. Arch., III, 256, 262.
4. Printed on p. 23 of Thomson’s Enquiry. The book is a full but partisan account of the land fraud charges made in this paragraph. The letter from James Logan to Isaac Norris, Sr., mentioned in the next sentence has not been found or further identified.
5. Brackets in the original.
6. On July 12–13, 1757; Votes, 1756–57, pp. 160–1.
7. See above, I, 381, for the arrival of John Penn, then the senior Proprietor, in Philadelphia.
8. George McCall (c. 1695–1740), wealthy merchant and landowner, had purchased 14,000 acres of land from John Penn on June 20, 1735, in what is now Montgomery Co. PMHB, III (1879), 452–4.
9. See above, p. 19 n, for the so-called Walking Purchase.
1. A lottery for 100,000 acres of land advertised by the Proprietors in 1735, but never drawn because it did not fill. Those who had purchased tickets were given lands in the Delaware and Lehigh valleys. Thomson, Enquiry, pp. 31–2; Norris memorandum, July 25, 1757, APS.
2. Of the 36 members of the old Assembly, 31 (including BF) had been reelected on Oct. 1, 1757, and on the 14th and 15th the old officers were reelected, including Norris unanimously chosen as speaker. Votes, 1757–58, 3–4.
3. Col. John Stanwix, commanding officer of the British regulars stationed at Carlisle, had been elected, with the support of the proprietary interest, to the Assembly from Cumberland Co. I Pa. Arch., III, 288.
4. See below, p. 282 n, for the Delaware Assembly.
5. See above, VI, 480 n, for the incomplete payment of the Proprietor’s gift. The letterbook copy ends here.
6. Charles Thomson wrote at length, mostly about the Lancaster Conference of May 12–20, 1757, to WF in a letter probably dated in June(?) 1757, and he also wrote about the Easton treaty in a letter not found but mentioned in one of Jan. 2, 1758; APS.
7. The Assembly re-appointed BF agent, and Robert Charles and Richard Partridge his assistants, on October 18. Votes, 1757–58, p. 6.
8. The Indian trade bill passed the House on the 19th, but Denny returned it the next day with amendments which the Assembly refused to accept. It was pending when the House adjourned, despite Denny’s objection, on October 21. Ibid., pp. 6–8; Pa. Col. Recs., VII, 759–62, 768. See the next document for the probable conveyance of this letter by Capt. Richard Budden.
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Verbena has been named the 2022 annual flower of the year by the National Gardening Bureau. Plants are chosen because they are popular, easy-to-grow, widely adaptable, genetically diverse, and versatile. Annual verbena is a great spiller to add to your containers or can also be used as a groundcover. There are also varieties that can grow up to four feet tall. The plant is winter hardy for zones 8-11.
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Heather Etchevers, a research scientist at the French National Institutes of Health, is a two-time winner of the BeHEARD competition for support for her research on identifying mutations that lead to giant congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN), a pigmented birth defect of the skin that requires surgery to remove.
In 2013, Heather was selected to receive a supply of JumpStart TAQ ReadyMix, a PCR reagent, from Sigma Life Sciences, which led to her lab finding the mutation responsible for CMN in eight patients. Heather was also able to use leftover reagent supplies for ongoing research to identify the genetic cause behind a second rare disease, cutaneous arteriovenous malformations. Her lab was able to eliminate one of four likely genes as a potential cause, a result that was written up for journal publication. During 2015, Heather was awarded $10,000 worth of existing mouse models from The Jackson Laboratory’s live repository, from which she selected six defined lines.
Heather and her team, “…are looking forward to using a so-called reporter mouse strain to monitor the activation of a particular signaling pathway in individual cells. With the animal model and cellular tools we are developing at the moment, [we will] develop innovative approaches to curing the worst effects of CMN syndrome (cancer, neurological deterioration) and managing the ones with psychosocial impact, such as a strikingly different appearance, relentless itchiness or otherwise less than fully functional skin.”
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. Paintings and sculptures of the moment of beheading or Medusa's portrait itself are famous all over the world. One of the most known art work is the Medusa shield. In Greek mythology, Perseus (/ ˈ p ɜːr s i ə s,-sj uː s /; Greek: Περσεύς, translit. Perseús) is the legendary founder of Mycenae and of the Perseid dynasty.He was, alongside Cadmus and Bellerophon, the greatest Greek hero and slayer of monsters before the days of Heracles. He beheaded the Gorgon Medusa for Polydectes and saved Andromeda from the sea monster Cetus Když Perseus vyrostl, byl silný, a tak se král obával o svůj trůn. Proto ho poslal za Medusou, strašlivou ženou Gorgonou s hady místo vlasů a ohavným obličejem. Medusa je smrtelná, ale její sestry jsou nesmrtelné Perseus with the Head of Medusa is the famous statue by Benvenuto Cellini, found in Florence in piazza della Signoria, under the Loggia dei Lanzi, and one of the most important examples of Italian Mannerist sculpture. Cellini, one of the greatest goldsmiths of the Renaissance, was commissioned by Cosimo I de' Medici to sculpt this work in 1545 Perseus with the Head of Medusa is a bronze sculpture made by Benvenuto Cellini in the period 1545-1554. The sculpture stands on a square base which has bronze relief panels depicting the story of Perseus and Andromeda, similar to a predella on an altarpiece. It is located in the Loggia dei Lanzi in the Piazza della Signoria in Florence, Italy.The second Florentine duke, Duke Cosimo I de.
Perseus a Medusa. BENVENUTO CELLINI. Publikováno: 28. 01. 2019 Dnešní článek nás zavede do překrásné Florencie, metropole Toskánska, kolébky renesance, města, které je synonymem krásy, umění, elegance. Městem, které je mnohdy nazýváno NEJKRÁSNĚJŠÍM NA SVĚTĚ. Dokonce je s ním spojen i tzv 5. Perseus and the Gorgon Medusa. Perseus's grandfather - Akrisios - goes to the Oracle to ask how long he has to live. The Oracle replies that he will die at the hands of his grandson - Perseus.
Perseus. The only son of Zeus and Danae - and, thus, a half-god by birth - Perseus was one of the greatest heroes in Greek mythology, most renowned for beheading the only mortal Gorgon, Medusa, and using her severed head (capable of turning onlookers into stone) as a mighty weapon in his subsequent adventures. These famously include the. Benvenuto Cellini's Perseus and the Head of Medusa is a sculpture that is commonly overlooked. In fact it could be the most regularly overlooked work of art in the world. Standing in Florence's Loggia dei Lanzi of the famous Piazza della Signoria in Florence, rich with some of the world's most famous sculptures by Renaissance masters, including Michelangelo's David, Bandinelli's. Medusa and Perseus. Continuing my theme of classical and mythological sculptures, I've sculpted the moment before Perseus beheads the Gorgon Medusa. I've blended elements from the various versions of the myth as I didn't particularly have a direction in mind when I started the sculpt. There are definitely areas of anatomy, especially male. .ly/EMPatreon Perseus is not intimidated by the grey women and their eyeball, or by Hermes's complicated directions, or..
Instead, Perseus used his wits and the help of the gods. By using the powers of both Athena and Hermes, the young and inexperienced hero was able to behead the fearsome Gorgon and live to tell the tale. How Medusa Was Killed. Perseus was the child of Zeus and a human princess named Danae Perseus viis Andromeda vanemate Kassiopeia ja Kepheuse juurde ning palus neilt tütre kätt, mida need talle ka rõõmsalt lubasid. Sellega ei olnud aga nõus Phineus, kellele Andromeda enne naiseks lubatud oli. Perseusel tekkis tema ja ta sõpradega tüli ning Perseus näitas neile Medusa pead, muutes nad kõik kiviks Perseus ging weer op weg en toen hij medusa zag staan verstopte hij zich in de bosjes en wachtte tot zij sliep. Toen zij eindelijk ging slapen, kwam Perseus tevoorschijn. Hij keek via het schild voor het geval dat zij wakker werd. Hij hakte snel haar hoofd af en vloog ermee hoog in de lucht voordat als de andere twee Gorgonen wakker werden
Perseus (Oudgrieks: Περσεύς) is een figuur uit de Griekse mythologie.Hij was een heros, zoon van Zeus en Danaë.Vooral bekend is zijn optreden tegen de Gorgo Medusa.. Een orakel vertelde Akrisios, koning van de Griekse stadstaat Argos, dat hij eens door zijn kleinzoon gedood zou worden.Uit voorzorg liet hij zijn enige dochter Danaë opsluiten in een bronzen kamer totdat ze te oud was om. Perseus flew to the Gorgon's den with his winged sandals, and, using the shield as a mirror, cut off Medusa's head and buried it. The winged horse, Pegasus , and a warrior, Chrysaor, emerged fully grown out of Medusa's body, a product of her liaison with Poseidon Perseus, Medusa' nın uyuduğu mağaraya doğru gider. Perseus, uyuyan Medusa' ya bakmadan ona yaklaşıp kılıcı ile Medusa' nın başını tek hamlede keser. Medusa' nın gövdesinden kanatlı at Pegasus ile dev Khrysaor doğmuşlar. Bu iki Gorgon, Medusa' nın intikamını almak için Perseus' un peşine düşmüşler
Perseus facing Medusa in her Gorgon form. Perseus was the Greek hero known for killing the Gorgon Medusa with Harpe and later becoming the king of Mycenae.He is the son of Zeus, and the warrior most trusted by the gods at the time in the Greek world.He sought to challenge the monster to protect his fame and his mother, and traveled to the Shapeless Island that holds those exiled by the gods in. Perseus & Medusa. The myth of Perseus and Medusa, according to Pindar and Apollodorus, started with a quest. Perseus was the son of Danae and Zeus, who came to Danae in the form of a golden spring.It was foretold to Danae's father, Acrisius the King of Argos, that Danae's son would kill him.So Acrisius locked his daughter away in a bronze chamber, but Zeus transformed into a shower of gold and. By Julia Jacobs. Oct. 13, 2020. When the artist Luciano Garbati made his sculpture of Medusa holding Perseus' severed head — an inversion of the centuries-old myth — feminism was not what he. Perseus ist in der griechischen Mythologie einer der bekanntesten Halbgötter und Heroen. Er ist ein Sohn des Zeus und der Danaë und ist derjenige, der Medusa enthauptete. Bevor Perseus geboren wurde, bekam sein Großvater eine Prophezeiung die sagte, dass sein Enkel ihn umbringen würde. Dieses schreckte in so ab, dass er seine Tochter Danaë in einen bronzenen Kerker sperrte. Zeus verliebte.
The story of Medusa is such a famous Greek myth told in today's world, both to kids and adults alike. According to various sources, Medusa was the only Gorgon who was mortal, so she was able to be beheaded by the Greek hero, Perseus. Early Greek and English authors also said that Athena was the help Perseus had to behead Medusa. But why. De mythe van Medusa en Perseus vertelt dat, door middel van een orakel, de koning van Argos ontdekte dat de zoon van zijn dochter hem zou vermoorden. Om te voorkomen dat deze profetie uitkwam, sloot hij zijn dochter Danaë op in een waterdichte bronzen kamer die hij op een ondergrondse plek plaatste. Zeus was echter verliefd op haar
Titled Medusa With the Head of Perseus, the seven-foot bronze sculpture depicts the snake-haired gorgon naked, wielding a sword in one hand and holding Perseus' head in the other Perseus, the boy that forgot the present, told the king that he would get the king whatever he wanted. The king took advantage of this and said that he wanted the head of Medusa. Medusa is a woman with snakes as hair and if you make eye contact with her then you will turn to stone Perseus. Perseus, in Greek mythology, the slayer of the Gorgon Medusa and the rescuer of Andromeda from a sea monster. Because the gaze of Medusa turned all who looked at her to stone, Perseus guided himself by her reflection in a shield given him by Athena and beheaded Medusa as she slept Students watch a video about the Greek myth of Perseus and Medusa and they complete different tasks. Scene summary: The Greek myth of Perseus and Medusa is told in a very entertaining way for kids
Perseus was sent on a quest by King Polydectes of Seriphus to bring back Medusa's head. He used winged sandals provided by Hermes, Hades' helm of invisibility, a sword provided by Hephaestus, and a reflective shield from Athena Cílem této knihy je, aby neohrožený Perseus, hrůzná Medusa, obětavá Danae, krásná Andromeda a tajemný Pegas znovu promluvili. Publikace ovšem není určena pouze odborníkům, její text je v podstatě komentářem k autentickým pramenům - textům a především k pěti stům typických zobrazení Perseova mýtu Jan Bažant, CSc., (1950) je klasický archeolog a historik, působí ve Filosofickém ústavu AV ČR. Jeho kniha Perseus & Medusa zvítězila v roce 2018 v kategorii původní vědecká nebo populárně-naučná práce v Cenách Nakladatelství Academia. Přihlašte se nebo registrujte a přidejte si autora do oblíbených
Perseus, the 24th-largest constellation, is located in the northern sky. The stellar configuration is thought to resemble the Greek hero Perseus raising a diamond sword above his head with one hand while holding the decapitated head of the Gorgon Medusa in the other While Medusa is known to be one of the most famous monsters in Greek mythology, there is relatively little that is recorded of her existence before she was beheaded by Perseus. Most of what we know of Medusa comes from her short time serving in Athena's temple and the way in which her head was used after she was beheaded by Perseus Perseus viis Andromeda vanemate Kassiopeia ja Kepheuse juurde ning palus neilt tütre kätt, mida need talle ka rõõmsalt lubasid. Sellega ei olnud aga nõus Phineus, kellele Andromeda enne naiseks lubatud oli. Perseusel tekkis tema ja ta sõpradega tüli ning Perseus näitas neile Medusa pead, muutes nad kõik kiviks
, porovnání cen z internetových obchodů, hodnocení a recenze Perseus & Medusa - Jan Bažant Perseus is the 24th largest constellation in the sky, occupying an area of 615 square degrees. It is located in the first quadrant of the northern hemisphere (NQ1) and can be seen at latitudes between +90° and -35°. The neighboring constellations are Andromeda, Aries, Auriga, Camelopardalis, Cassiopeia, Taurus and Triangulum
Kniha: Perseus a Medusa Autor: Jan Bažant Podtitul: Zobrazení mýtu od počátku do dneška Mýtus o Perseovi a Meduse a vývoj jeho zobrazování od nejstarších dob po současnost. Monografie předního klasického archeologa přibližuje vznik a vývoj mýtu v antice, jeho recepci a transformaci v evroé vizuální kultuře What five items did Perseus take with him to help him defeat Medusa? Aided by Hermes and Athena, Perseus pressed the Graiae, sisters of the Gorgons, into helping him by seizing the one eye and one tooth that the sisters shared and not returning them until they provided him with winged sandals (which enabled him to fly), the cap of Hades (which conferred invisibility), a curved sword, or Perseus was fuming he was so angry that he went up to Polydectes and held up the head of Medusa and watched the man turn in to solid stone. Later, Perseus gave the head of Medusa to Athena to put on the front of her shield. Adapted from: Shmoop Editorial Team. Perseus and Medusa Summary. Shmoop.com. Shmoop University, Inc., 11 Nov. 2008 Perseus, in Greek mythology, the slayer of the Gorgon Medusa and the rescuer of Andromeda from a sea monster. Because the gaze of Medusa turned all who looked at her to stone, Perseus guided himself by her reflection in a shield given him by Athena and beheaded Medusa as she slept
Poprvé je vítězný Perseus doložen ve 4. století před Kristem a od té doby 108 Pausanias, Cesta po Řecku, 1, 23, 7. PPERSEUS A MEDUSA.indd 93ERSEUS A MEDUSA.indd 93 222.6.2017 14:53:472.6.2017 14:53:4 .Ze is vooral bekend dankzij de mythe van de held Perseus. Afbeelding van Medusa in een vloermozaïek (cc - wiki - Ad Meskens) Medusa had een weelderige haardos, bestaande uit kronkelende slangen. Ze was bijzonder mooi, maar dat bracht haar vooral problemen Medusa and Perseus Part 1 August 27, 2021 10:49 AM. Today's story is part 1 of an adaptation of a classic Greek Myth. Tune in and learn about Medusa and how she became a gorgon, and Perseus and his quest to break the curse and save Medusa
Perseus is the half-brother of Hercules as well as his great-grandfather. Percy Jackson has a lot in common with Perseus. Sally Jackson named her son, Percy, after him because he was one of the only heroes in the myths to have a happy ending. Percy Jackson beheaded Medusa like his namesake Perseus Perseus touched down on the island, he placed the shield in front of his eyes, and using the reflection in the shield began to navigate around the maze of stone figures on the island. It wasn't long before Perseus caught sight of the Medusa's snake like body
Ztvárnění antických mýtů jsou dnes pro většinu lidí nesrozumitelná. A to je škoda. Cílem této knihy je, aby neohrožený Perseus, hrůzná Medusa, obětavá Danae, krásná Andromeda a tajemný Pegas znovu pr.. medusa replicas. medusa. polyester resin. 205x98x87cm. 2009. All medusa alter fero corpus noale oskurós vacuo angustia vasijo figura germinal testimonio ojos figurados busto de alfonsín. medusa alter fero corpus noale oskurós vacuo angustia vasijo figura germinal testimonio ojos figurados busto de alfonsín PERSEUS AND ATLAS. After the slaughter of Medusa, Perseus, bearing with him the head of the Gorgon, flew far and wide, over land and sea. As night came on, he reached the western limit of the earth, where the sun goes down. Here he would gladly have rested till morning. It was the realm of King Atlas, whose bulk surpassed that of all other men Discover short videos related to perseus and medusa on TikTok. Watch popular content from the following creators: kvnxl(@encimmmmm), Gariandra Dupree(@garidupree), batman14derek(@batman14derek), Marco Costa(@marcocosta9190), Andrea Manzanilla(@andgabart) . Explore the latest videos from hashtags: #perseusandandromedafountain, #purseusandaddy Medusa's death was figured as a perversion of the erotic abductions common to many Greek myths, and points out the beautiful Gorgon s affinities with abducted maidens such as Persephone, Thetis, and Helen. Among the events depicted on the Pseudo-Hesiodic shield of Herakles is the flight of Perseus from Medusas sisters.1 The poet renders the.
Cílem této knihy je, aby neohrožený Perseus, hrůzná Medusa, obětavá Danae, krásná Andromeda a tajemný Pegas znovu promluvili. Publikace ovšem není určena pouze odborníkům, její text je v podstatě komentářem k autentickým pramenům - textům a před evším k pěti stům typických zobrazení Perseova mýtu Perseus fleeing after cutting off Medusa's head. In the centre Medusa, a winged, headless figure in a short tied bordered chiton with sleeves, has fallen to the left, but supports herself on her rigid arms, resting only on the finger-tips, the blood flowing in a broad stream from the wound. On the left, Perseus flees
Athena receives the head of the Gorgon Medusa from Perseus. The hero wears the winged boots of Hermes and the cap of Hades which is depicted as a peaked Phrygian cap. Athena holds the Gorgoneion in her hand and its image is reflected in the polished surface of her shield. ARTICLES. Perseus, Medusa, Athen The sculpture, titled Medusa With the Head of Perseus, is by Argentine-Italian artist Luciano Garbati, and it will be installed in the park facing the New York County Criminal Court, where Harvey. The piece, Medusa With the Head of Perseus, is the work of Luciano Garbati, who was inspired by Medusa's tragic story as it was told by the Roman poet Ovid in the Metamorphosis. The god Poseidon.
Ztvárnění antických mýtů jsou dnes pro většinu lidí nesrozumitelná. A to je škoda. Cílem této knihy je, aby neohrožený Perseus, hrůzná Medusa, obětavá Danae, krásná Andromeda a tajemný Pegas znovu promluvili. Publikace ovšem není určena pouze odborníkům, její text je v podstatě komentářem k autentickým pramenům - textům a především k pěti stům. Perseus (tiếng Hy Lạp: Περσεύς) là người anh hùng đầu tiên trong Thần Thoại Hy Lạp đã từng đánh bại những con quái vật cổ xưa được biết với nhiều cái tên tạo ra bởi 12 vị thần của Olympic. Perseus là người hùng của Hy Lạp đã giết Medusa(Quái vật tóc rắn) và giải cứu Andromeda (Công chúa Aethiopia) khỏi. Perseus and Medusa by Benvenuto Cellini, (1545-1554). Source: Wikimedia Commons. Both pieces of art demonstrate two manners of portraying Medusa that differ slightly from her ancient portrayals. These include the emphasis on the humanity, and womanly appearance of Medusa, as well as the snakes in Medusa's hair. While both aspects were present. Italiano: Il Perseo con la testa di Medusa, nota anche come Perseo del Cellini, è una scultura bronzea di Benvenuto Cellini, considerata un capolavoro della scultura manierista italiana, ed è una delle statue più famose di Piazza della Signoria a Firenze. Fu realizzata tra il 1545 e il 1554
4. Perseus and Medusa's fight. Now that he had all the necessary tools, Perseus put the cap of invisibility over his head, and approached Medusa. Carefully looking at the snake-haired monster through her reflection on Athena's shield (remember, he had to avoid her gaze), Perseus raised the sickle and cut off her head Perseus & Medusa - Jan Bažant, Vázaná . Ztvárnění antických mýtů jsou dnes pro většinu lidí nesrozumitelná. A to je škoda. Cílem této knihy je, aby neohrožený Perseus, hrůzná Medusa, obětavá Danae, krásná Andromeda a tajemný Pegas znovu promluvili
File:Jean-Marc Nattier - Perseus, under the protection of Minerva, turns Phineus to stone by brandishing the head of Medusa.jpg Category:Athis (mythology) File usage on other wiki Medusa Story in Detail. As an educator and counselor, I often use tales from classic Greek Mythology as a way of relating common themes that speak to the human condition. One of my favorites is the Medusa story, sometimes referred to as Perseus and the Gorgon Medusa
Garbati's 2008 sculpture Medusa with the Head of Perseus is a direct response to Benvenuto Cellini's Perseus with the Head of Medusa (1545-1554), which still sits in the Piazza Della Signora. Perseus with the Head of Medusa 1804-6. Perseus with the Head of Medusa. 1804-6. This Perseus, purchased by Countess Valeria Tarnowska of Poland, is a replica of Canova's famed marble of Perseus in the Vatican, conceived about 1790 and first shown in 1801. Based freely on the Apollo Belvedere, which had been carried off to Paris under. Long before Medusa faced off with Perseus, there was Poseidon. The Gorgons lived at the ocean, and Medusa caught Poseidon's attention. There are various versions of the story, but depending on which one you pick up, either Medusa seduced Poseidon or he was smitten with her and took her.. In other words, the mythology of Medusa holds within it a classic he said/she said story of rape and.
Perseus vs. Medusa, according to Russian animators. 2010 Movie Trailer Nope, it's not faithful to the original myth, but it's still fun. 1981 Movie Trailer Be sure to watch long enough to see the Kraken. Books. Perseus: The Hunt for Medusa's Head A graphic novel version of the tale. Perseus by Geraldine McCaughrea Perseus gave the head of Medusa to Athena who mounted it on her breastplate, the gorgoneion. A comparison of one of the large number of representations of the story of Perseus Medusa from Archaic Greek art to the Minoan Snake Goddess illustrates the profound change that occurred with the supremacy of the Olympian Gods Medusa II: The Quest of Perseus: A Mesmerizing Mythological Slot with Amazing Features. Medusa is one of the most feared women in Greek mythology. She has a head full of venomous snakes for her hair, and she can turn anyone into stone by means of eye contact. Many have attempted to overthrow her, but only one succeeded Perseus (m.kreik. Περσεύς) oli yksi kuuluisimmista kreikkalaisen mytologian sankareista ja legendaarinen mykeneläisen hallitsijasuvun perustaja, jonka seikkailut auttoivat Olympoksen jumalien valta-aseman syntymisessä. Perseus oli tarujen mukaan perustanut Mykenen ja Mideian kaupungit Perseus, after defeating Medusa, saw the chained Andromeda and was able to defeat the sea-monster by using the head of Medusa, thus turning the sea-creature into stone (Stoneman). This myth fits perfectly into the story that Cosimo is trying to tell. As I've already established, Perseus is a representation of Cosimo
Medusa, Yunan mitolojisinde gözlerine bakanı taşa çevirdiğine inanılan yılan saçlı, keskin dişli, dişi canavar. Gorgon kardeşlerden tek ölümlü olandır. Bu yüzden insanların kahramanı Perseus tarafından öldürülebilmiştir. Perseus, Graeae'nin ona verdiği ayna ile Medusa'ya bakabilmiş ve böylece kafasını taşa dönüşmeden kesebilmiştir The myth of Medusa and Perseus, a beautiful story. The myth of Medusa and Perseus says that, since then, the young hero used Medusa's head to defeat his enemies. Surprisingly, and in spite of everything, her head didn't lose its power whatsoever. He put it in the saddlebag he carried and, thanks to it, he was able to face monsters and enemies Perseus and Andromeda's wedding feast has been violently interrupted by Phineas, to whom Andromeda was formerly betrothed. Giordano has illustrated the dramatic moment when Phineas and his followers attack Perseus. Heavily outnumbered, Perseus has unveiled the severed head of the gorgon Medusa, who he had recently slain Perseus´ kræfter. Myten om Medusa og Perseus fortæller, at da den modige unge mand kom hen til nymferne, gav de ham sandaler med vinger, så han kunne flyve gennem luften. De gav ham også Hades´ hjelm, som var lavet af hud fra hunde. Den person, der var den, ville blive usynlig. Til sidst gav de ham en saddeltaske Medusa was one of the three Gorgons, daughters of Phorcys and Ceto, sisters of the Graeae, Echidna, and Ladon - all dreadful and fearsome beasts. A beautiful mortal, Medusa was the exception in the family, until she incurred the wrath of Athena, either due to her boastfulness or because of an ill-fated love affair with Poseidon.Transformed into a vicious monster with snakes for hair, she was.
The myth of Perseus retold as probably never before. When he is tasked to bring the head of Medusa as a wedding gift for his adopted uncle, Perseus sets off on a journey that will not only test his mettle as a hero and demigod but also test his character and human heart and discover the true monsters within his fellow men Medusa, in Greek mythology, the most famous of the monster figures known as Gorgons. She was usually represented as a winged female creature having a head of hair consisting of snakes; unlike the Gorgons, she was sometimes represented as very beautiful. Medusa was the only Gorgon who was mortal; hence her slayer, Perseus, was able to kill her. Perseus landed on the island to find the three Gorgons laying on the ground sleeping (courtesy of Hypnos). Using the shield as a mirror, Perseus approached the sleeping Gorgons. When he was close enough, he brought the sword down upon Medusa's head, severing it from the body and having it roll and wake the other Gorgons
Perseus ve Medusa'nın Başı. 22 Mayıs 2020. 4 Ağustos 2020. tarihinde yayınlandı Abdulkadir Bekdemir tarafından. Benvenuto Cellini'nin Perseus ve Medusa'nın Başı heykeli ekseriyetle göz ardı edilen bir eserdir. Esasen bu heykel, dünyanın en sık gözden kaçan sanat eseri olabilir. Benvenuto Cellini, Perseus ve Medusa'nın. - Perseus, originally intent on killing Medusa and claiming her head, is moved to pity when she reveals how she was an innocent victim of the pettiness of Athena and Poseidon - Safely cloaked and blindfolded, Perseus takes Medusa back home with him, with the help of Pegasu Medusa (Raid) This article is about the raid. For the summon stone, see Medusa (Summon). For the recruitable character, see Medusa. Medusa is a raid in the Lumacie Archipelago at the eastern area, Nameless Ruins, Blackmoon Forest. If you own the Medusa summon, hosting and defeating Medusa unlocks the summon's blue star
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His research is based on two data sets: one about the resettlement experiences of refugees in North Carolina and another about the solidarity networks that support the entrepreneurship of Ethiopians and Eritreans in Washington D.C.
Mussa Idris, assistant professor of cultural and applied anthropology in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, has published two new peer-reviewed journal articles related to immigration.
One titled “A microenterprise initiative among newly resettled refugees in a city of the U.S. South: Challenges, successes, and lessons learned” was first published in August in the peer-reviewed journal Annals of Anthropological Practice, which is published by the American Anthropological Association. The article can be found at https://doi.org/10.1111/napa.12129.
The second article is titled “Solidarity and social networks: The invisible backbone that Ethiopians and Eritreans in Washington D.C. used to transform Adams Morgan and U Street,” and it was first published this October in the Journal of Refugee and Immigrant Studies, which is published by Routledge/Taylor & Francis. The article can be found at https://doi.org/10.1080/15562948.2019.1677973.
Both research projects are based on ethnographic research conducted in North Carolina and Washington, D.C., respectively. Research for the first article involved interviews and participant observation with recently arrived refugees from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East to North Carolina, as well as caseworkers at a resettlement agency. The second is based on field notes and interviews conducted with entrepreneurs in Washington D.C. who migrated from Ethiopia and Eritrea and have successfully established small businesses in the U.S. Capital.
Annals of Anthropological Practice is an official publication of the American Anthropological Association, the preeminent association in Anthropology. This journal is ranked by SCImago Journal & Country Rank as a Q2 (Quartile 2, Top 50%) journal in Anthropology.
Journal of Refugee and Immigrant Studies is also a highly regarded journal in the social sciences. This journal is ranked by SCImago Journal & Country Rank as a Q1 (Quartile 1, Top 25%) journal in Demography and also as a Q1 journal in Geography, Planning & Development.
Idris has taught at Elon as an assistant professor since Fall 2014. He has one additional journal article and two additional book chapters, all peer-reviewed. He has been recognized at Elon as a committed mentor for students in domestic and international contexts, and he received the 2019 Faculty Excellence Award in Mentoring from Elon College, the College of the Arts and Sciences, on Aug.19, 2019. | <urn:uuid:e85e1d09-cd92-48eb-93a0-3cdded7f057e> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.elon.edu/u/news/2019/10/23/mussa-idris-publishes-two-peer-reviewed-journal-articles/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571472.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811133823-20220811163823-00673.warc.gz | en | 0.95387 | 558 | 1.5625 | 2 |
by Diana Bocco
Raw food diets might be the oldest form of pet food; after all, they are very close to what ancient dogs used to eat. As more people become aware of the benefits of raw food diets for humans, more pet owners are switching their dogs to raw diets, as well, for a variety of reasons.
“As pet owners investigate what builds their own good health, they realize good food applies to the whole family—including the four-legged family,” explains Dr. Cathy Alinovi, DVM, a holistic veterinarian who is also certified in Veterinary Food Therapy and Chinese Herbal Therapy.
In fact, many dog owners switch to a raw diet because their dogs have health problems. This is exactly why dog owner Jessica Winstead put both her Chihuahua mixes on a diet of raw food mixed with canned pumpkin and sweet potato, even though the diet has had different, though positive, effects on the dogs.
“My older dog moved in along with my boyfriend about five years ago and he was slightly overweight, but the raw diet leaned him out,” Winstead says. “He also seems to have more energy.”
Her other dog, a four-year old rescue, went on a raw diet to address hair issues. “He was missing hair on the back of his spine and was slightly underweight, but since he's been on the raw diet his hair has evened out and he even gained a little weight,” Winstead says.
“Our older chi-mix weighs about five pounds more, so we feed him a half portion more than our other mix—but he still leaned out and our smaller guy still gained weight!”
Switching to a raw diet, however, is not always that simple. Here are five common mistakes owners often make when switching their dogs to a raw diet.
Mistake #1: Not Understanding the Basics of Nutrition
In simple words, a raw diet consists of uncooked meals. In reality, though, it's a bit more complicated than that.
“Some pet owners consider throwing a pound of raw hamburger in the bowl as being a raw diet,” says Dr. Judy Morgan, DVM, who is certified in Acupuncture and food therapy and is a member of the Botanical Veterinary Medical Association. This type of feeding, however, doesn't provide complete nutrition and can lead to health problems later on.
Ideally, a raw diet consists of uncooked meat plus what Alinovi calls additives.
“The additives range from bone to organ meat to vegetables and supplements,” Alinovi says. In addition, raw diets can also include some cooked grains or veggies. “And many people combine freeze dried products (base mixes of veggies, vitamins, and minerals) with raw meats,” explains Morgan.
The one problem with raw diets, according to Alinovi, is that there are no vitamin/mineral standards established for them.
“The 2006 NRC (National Research Council) guidelines are based on a dry dog food diet,” Alinovi says. “The possibility exists that supplementing a raw diet to meet NRC standards for kibble may provide excessive, possibly dangerously so, nutrients that may build up in the dog's body.”
What exactly does that mean for pet owners? It means that owners who are interested in raw diets should talk to a professional rather than just feeding their dogs uncooked meat.
“The difference is not so much in how a nutritionist and an owner define raw, the difference is more in what is considered balanced,” Alinovi says. For example, some dogs lose too much weight on raw food diets and might need the help of a nutritionist to figure out what to add to the mix (such as cooked grains or additional fat) to solve the problem.
Next: Raw is More than Meat
The digestive tract containing the stomach and intestine
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Over one million Tukulor live in Guinea, West Africa. They are thought to have descended from the Fulani and the Wolof or Sereres tribes. The name "Tukulor" is derived from the word Takrur. This term was used by Arab geographers to describe an eleventh century realm near the middle Senegal River Valley. Today, the Tukulor are known by a number of names, including Pulaar and Haal. They have retained their respective languages, and many are also bilingual in Arabic.
While the majority of Tukulor live in Senegal, another significant group lives in Guinea, where they comprise a very small percentage of the population. Most Guinea Tukulor live a rural life. They raise livestock, farm, and fish.
A steadily rising population and an unequal distribution of land have resulted in the emigration of large numbers of Tukulor (particularly youth) to the cities in search of better job opportunities.
Traditional Tukulor society is divided into four main social classes, each having twelve "castes." Their social life is a mixture of native customs and Islamic traditions. Neither Islam, the effects of colonization, nor the goals of various national leaders have been able to erase the old social divisions.
The torobe are the aristocratic class. The middle class, or rimbe, is made up of fishermen, farmers, tradesmen, and administrators. The middle class includes the craftsmen, and the lower class includes the freed slaves and the slaves. Social status rarely changes; however, slaves are freed at every third generation. The Tukulor marry within their class divisions, women usually between the ages of 16 and 18, and men between the ages of 25 and 30. Although it is uncommon, a man may have up to four wives. Families are generally large, with an average of six children per family.
Traditional rural Tukulor villages are small. They have round huts made of clay or rough bricks, with straw roofs. Villages are governed by a group of elders from the aristocratic caste. Dietary staples include rice, millet, sorghum, fish, nuts, and fruit. The average per capita income is only $150 to $200 per year.
Tukulor women often wear large embedded pieces of wood in the soft lobes of their ears and have two small facial slits near the outside corners of both eyes. Although female genital mutilation is becoming increasingly illegal, over half of Tukulor girls from the ages of three to nine undergo ritual genital circumcision in order to be considered "clean" and worthy of marriage.
The Tukulor first accepted Islam in the eleventh century. Traditional Muslim beliefs such as the nature of man and his destiny after death play a significant role in the people's outlook on life. Muslim brotherhoods teach a mystical approach to Islam: the people seek closer relationships to God through rituals, prayer, and other techniques.
Islam has not brought any major changes to Tukulor attitudes toward spiritism and magic. The people use charms, amulets, and witchcraft. The Tukulor attribute supernatural powers to various Muslim clerics who practice divination, the use of supernatural powers.
Decreasing income from the sale of agricultural products, encroachment by the Sahara Desert on farmland, deforestation, and increasing population are resulting in extreme financial concerns for the Tukulor. Nearly all village water sources are polluted. Malaria and other infectious diseases inflict a heavy toll each year. Although there is some literacy among the aristocracy, most of the Tukulor are illiterate.
Islam has enormous penetration into every aspect of Tukulor life. A somewhat isolated people with minimal exposure to other religious ideas, the Tukulor view the world and gain their personal identities from their rigid beliefs in the Islamic family and community. They are extremely reluctant to leave the world they know.
* Ask the Lord to open the door for Christian missionaries to go to Guinea and work among the Tukulor.
* Pray that the Christian broadcasts that are available in the Tukulor language will reach the people.
* Ask God to save key Tukulor leaders who will share the love of Jesus with their own people.
* Ask God to raise up prayer teams who will break up the soil through worship and intercession.
* Pray that strong local churches will be raised up among the Tukulor.
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Renewable Future: India to House World's Largest Solar Power Plant
India will be home to the world's largest solar power plant. This means India is set to be the third biggest solar market as early as 2017.
According to Al-Jazeera, the site of the new solar power plant is located in Kamuthi, Tamil Nadu, and has the capacity of 648MW. It covers an area of a whopping 10 square kilometers, making it the largest solar power plant in a single location. This takes away the title from the Topaz Solar Farm in California, which has the capacity of 550MW.
What's more impressive is that the power plant was only built in a span of eight months. It's also cleaned every day by a robust robotic system and is even charged by its own solar panels.
According to Popular Mechanics, if the power plant uses its full power, it can provide enough electricity to at least 150,00 homes. This is worthwhile for a project that has 2.5 million individual solar modules that cost $679 million to build.
The new power plant also helped nudge India towards its total installed solar capacity toward the 10 GW mark. According to Al Jazeera, research firm Bridge to India said the country is one of very few to be able to meet such a threshold.
If India continues this move towards solar power, it would be the third-biggest solar market worldwide. This is after China and the United States, which are both aggressively taking a stance towards climate change.
Still, despite being the fastest-growing solar power industry today, India will have to increase its take-up of solar panels if it wants to achieve the country's rather ambitious goals. It currently wants to power 60 million homes by 2022, a part of the government's goal to produce 40-percent of its power from non-fossil fuels by 2030.
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Continuing to address one of the most pressing public-health concerns facing Long Island and the nation, Mercy Medical Center is offering winter sessions of its outpatient diabetes self-management training program.
The four-session programs will be conducted in January and February. Each begins with an hour-long individual assessment for each participant, followed by three weekly group workshops. Group sessions will be conducted in January on Tuesday afternoons, 12:30–3:30 p.m. and in February, Tuesday evenings, 5:30–8:30 p.m. Each participant also receives a group follow-up session approximately three months after the program ends.
Conducted by instructors credentialed by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators, the program provides participants with the skills required for day-to-day management of diabetes and strategies for people living with diabetes to maintain and maximize life activities.
Individuals recently diagnosed with diabetes and those who have been living with it for some time, along with those who are confused about what to eat, those having difficulty controlling blood sugar, those who have experienced serious consequences of the disease such as vision or foot problems, and those who want to maximize energy, improve emotional well-being, and prevent complications can all benefit from the program.
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Which is better club soda or seltzer?
While club soda is carbonated water with additional ingredients, like sodium chloride and potassium sulfate, seltzer water is simply artificially carbonated water . So, if you’re looking for a slightly simpler taste, seltzer water is a good choice.
Is club soda bad for?
No evidence suggests that carbonated or sparkling water is bad for you . It’s not that harmful to dental health , and it seems to have no effect on bone health . Interestingly, a carbonated drink may even enhance digestion by improving swallowing ability and reducing constipation.
Why is it called Club Soda?
In the 1830s, Anyos Jedlik of Hungary opened a large-scale carbonated water factory. The original trademarked club soda was made by Cantrell & Cochrane of Dublin, Ireland in 1877. The ‘ club ‘ refers to the Kildare Street Club in Dublin who commissioned them to produce it.
Is it OK to drink seltzer water everyday?
While there are some mixed opinions to be found, according to the American Dental Association, drinking sparkling water every day is “generally fine ” even though it’s more acidic than still water .
Is Seltzer bad for your kidneys?
Carbonated beverage consumption has been linked with diabetes, hypertension, and kidney stones, all risk factors for chronic kidney disease. Cola beverages, in particular, contain phosphoric acid and have been associated with urinary changes that promote kidney stones.
Can Club Soda replace Seltzer?
Like club soda, seltzer is water that has been carbonated. Given their similarities, seltzer can be used as a substitute for club soda as a cocktail mixer. However, seltzer generally does not contain added minerals, which gives it a more “true” water taste, although this depends on the brand.
Is club soda good for weight loss?
Absolutely. Club soda or sparkling water will hydrate them better than regular soda , as long as the drink doesn’t have added sugar, which can cause weight gain and harm teeth.
Is club soda good for your stomach?
Soothe An Upset Stomach Sipping on club soda can help calm and upset stomach in two ways. First, the sodium bicarbonate in club soda can help neutralize stomach acid, and second, the carbonation encourages burping, which can help relieve pressure in your stomach .
Is Pellegrino club soda?
Club soda is artificially carbonated water to which sodium salts and/or potassium salts have been added. Pellegrino , is a popular brand of sparkling mineral water bottled in San Pellegrino Terme, Italy.
Is there alcohol in club soda?
Club soda is the poor imitation cousin of mineral water, as it’s traditional H20 pumped up with bubbles and minerals artificially. Club soda with lime is a non- alcoholic bar go-to. You can drink it all night, it’s cheap, and calorie-free.
What does club soda taste like?
Club soda has a slightly salty taste to it and it is used in mixed drinks primarily for its carbonation. Tonic water is a flavored drink that tastes bitter or like whatever fruit juice is used in the production. Both club soda and tonic water are called for in many popular cocktails.
Why Seltzer is bad for you?
However, drinking flavored seltzer can potentially pose a bigger risk to your teeth, as some natural flavors like lemon and lime contain citric acid, a highly acidic chemical found in citrus fruits. There is some evidence that citric acid can erode tooth enamel over time, which could lead to cavities and decay.
Is Seltzer bad for your stomach?
The bottom line No evidence suggests that carbonated or sparkling water is bad for you. It’s not that harmful to dental health, and it seems to have no effect on bone health. Interestingly, a carbonated drink may even enhance digestion by improving swallowing ability and reducing constipation.
Why is LaCroix bad for you?
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Feds send first emergency message test to cell phones CNN - October 4, 2018
If you have a cell phone, it probably buzzed and beeped loudly Wednesday afternoon October 3, 2018 around 2:18 p.m. ET. "Presidential Alert," the screen said. "THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed." It' was the first nationwide test of the system built by the federal government and cell phone carriers to warn Americans of an emergency, like a terror attack or a widespread disaster.
Did your cell phone go off? Mine did as I was talking to a friend in Florida. Her alert was about one minute behind mine. Some people got nothing. I also had a message on my TV. Many people are worried about this being a warning of things to come - be that an enemy attack or a natural disaster. One should always be prepared for anything in End Times. | <urn:uuid:c6611613-d077-4655-a27c-bd5c637c4c4b> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://elliesworld-blog.blogspot.com/2018/10/emergency-alert-test-going-out-to.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570868.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808152744-20220808182744-00077.warc.gz | en | 0.975078 | 189 | 2.09375 | 2 |
The distance between these two cities is around 0Kms, and can be reached in approximately .Parveen Travels is one of the major bus operators that runs buses between Palakkad and Villupuram and they have 0 buses along this route. The first Parveen Travels bus starts at , and you can easily access buses till . Minimum fare for bus travel along this route is Rs.0, and the maximum fare is close to Rs.0.
You can now book online tickets from Palakkad to Villupuram at redBus.in at affordable prices.
Palakkad, also known as Palghat, is a district in Kerala which connects the state to Tamilnadu through Palghat Gap located in the Western Ghats. The largest district in Kerala, Palakkad is bestowed with rivers, hills and paddy fields. Palakkad Fort which was built by Hyder Ali in the year 1766 is the main place of tourist interest. The fort changed many hands, from Zamorins to the British, and is known as Tipu’s Fort. The fort has a functioning jail and a Hanuman temple inside. Among the other temples, Vadakkanthara Bhagavathy temple, Meenkulathi Bhagavathi temple, Perungottukavu Bhagavathi temple, Manappullikkavu temple, and Nallekkavu Ayyappan temple are worth mentioning. Another important site is the historical Jain temple in Jainmedu where the remnants of Jainism can be found. The Dhoni Waterfalls and the Silent Valley forests are popular trekking spots for the tourists. The Malampuzha Dam and Gardens also attract a lot of tourists.
Viluppuram is a town located in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is the headquarters of the Viluppuram district, which is the second largest district of Tamil Nadu. The major source of income of the town is agriculture. Viluppuram is a geologically varies area as it contains metamorphic rocks belonging to the Genesis family. Three major groups of sedimentary rocks belonging to different geological periods can also be seen here, making it an important destination for geologists. The Gingee Hills and the Kalvarayan Hills offer some beautiful lush green vegetation and sceneries to visitors. Abath Hayeswarar Temple, located at eth entrance of Sendamanagalam is one of the major attractions here. National Highway No. 45, from Chennai to Dindigul via Tiruchirapalli, goes through the town. As such, Viluppuram is well connected by road to major cities and other parts of the state. It has longest stretch of National Highway in Tamil Nadu.
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Soybean, soy bean, or soya bean farming refers to the process of planting and growing soya beans with the purpose of feeding livestock, selling yields as food supply or selling seeds for farming. Soya bean is a species of legume, which makes it part of the Fabaceaefamily (plants with leaves, stems, and pods). Unlike many other plant-based proteins, soya beans are a complete protein and are considered a key part of vegetarian and vegan diets. Food is considered a complete protein when it contains all nine essential amino acids that our bodies cannot produce. Other examples of complete proteins include fish, poultry, eggs, beef, pork and dairy.
What is needed for Soya Bean Farming
Soya bean seeds need deep, well-drained soil with a firm seedbed and good water-holding capacity that is rich in organic matter to produce good yields. Soya beans are warm-weather plants and need sunlight too. Soya beans grow best where the daytime temperature averages at 21°C, and they need a soil pH of about 6.0 to 6.8.
When to plant Soya Beans in South Africa
Soya bean seeds need to be planted from early to mid-November because soya beans require warm soil to germinate and grow. Soya beans also require a specific number of hours without sunlight before the plants will start to grow, which makes these summer months optimal for planting soya beans in South Africa. Rainfall levels for a good yield range between 500 and 900mm which makes Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and Limpopo suitable provinces for soya bean farming. Some areas in the Free State and North West are also suitable for growing soya beans.
How to Plant Soya Beans
Once you’ve corrected the pH levels in your soil, you need to cultivate the rows in order to create a suitable bed for planting (this will allow nutrients and water to reach the roots). Make holes into the cultivated soil that are about 15cm apart and 2cm deep.
Harvesting Soya Beans
Harvesting soya beans should commence when most of the pods turn brown and shatter easily, and when most of the leaves have been shed and the stems are still pliable. Harvesting should take place roughly three months after planting. The average soya bean yield varies between two and four tons per hectare in South Africa. Yields of seven tons per hectare have been recorded in Japan and the USA due to the use of more advanced GM seeds.
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Implementing coastal Natura 2000 to give a socio-economic impulse and Nature conservation - PL
1. Policy Objective & Theme
- SUSTAINABLE USE OF RESOURCES: Sound use of resources and promotion of less resource intensive processes/products
- SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH: Balancing economic, social, cultural development whilst enhancing environment
- SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH: Improving competitiveness
2. Key Approaches
- Ecosystems based approach
3. Experiences that can be exchanged
Regeneration or development of new, local, traditional occupations giving an economic stimulus in Natura 2000 areas.
4. Overview of the case
A heavily, economically depressed area has begun the process of rejuvenation and regeneration following the designation of the community land area as a Natura 2000 site. A development strategy for the community was drawn up to embrace the opportunities which the Nature values of the area afforded. This has led to the area developing a niche market for eco-tourism with new occupations alongside more traditional ones.
5. Context and Objectives
Stepnica Local Community is located on the eastern part of Szczecin Lagoon. It covers 294 km2, of which 40% are the waters of the Lagoon and local catchments, 32% are forests and the rest (28%) are fields, meadows, swamps and peat areas. The community has about 4900 inhabitants from which about 2100 live in Stepnica village. The most important businesses are: the wood industry, forestry, tourism, fisheries and agriculture. About 93% of the land and water area are designated as ”Natura 2000” because of its very high nature values. From the beginning of the 20th century, Stepnica gained recognition as an important tourism destination due largely to the valuable coastline. The years of 1920 –1930 were the most successful for local development: the community then had more then 6000 places for overnight accommodation, a number of restaurants and well-prepared beaches. It was even linked to Szczecin by a narrow-gauge, steam railway as well as ships. Post-1945, the economics of agriculture took over with the area famous for its cows and milk and hay production. However, in 1989, the state agriculture system collapsed resulting in high unemployment. Tourism had been effectively reduced to a few separate places for children (campsites), small separated bed & breakfast establishments.
To couple the designation of the land area as a Natura 2000 site with renewed opportunities to give the local community an economic impulse.
6. Implementation of the ICZM Approach (i.e. management, tools, resources)
The Ministry of the Environment is responsible for Natura 2000 site designation. The Head of the Region (voivod or province) coordinates the implementation whilst a supervisor assigns a protection plan in conjunction with the local municipalities.
b) ICZM tools
In the planning drawn up under the local community development policy, tourism is one of the most important directions for local sustainable development. The location of Stepnica gives a great opportunity for the regeneration of tourism and the development of local, traditional sources of income. On the one side, there are the waters of Szczecin Lagoon and, on the other a great complex of forests. These can be offered to specialist tourists interested in e.g. angling, sailing, windsurfing and other water sports, walking, horse-riding and for eco-tourism e.g. bird-watching with the area rich in white-tailed eagle and crane.
A developmental strategy which involved a zoning system was agreed with emphasis laid upon extensive agriculture, extensive fisheries, extensive forest production, education and eco-tourism. Increasing the number of available visitor beds was deemed a high priority. The local community already offers about 100 places in an acceptable, local, rural style. A group of local, traditional small-fisher boats are combining fisheries with bird watching and photo-tours. Horses have become important in the area with Europe’s only wild horse, the Konik, breeding here; tourists can use local horses for riding with local inhabitants offering horse-drawn carts, one family has specialised in horse riding instruction. A permanent consultation process was set up by the stake-holders to allow a better understanding in the implementing of Natura 2000 in the coastal zone. The local community also participated in international nature and management programmes in order to exchange experiences and learn from others
7. Cost and resources
No costs are available.
8. Effectiveness (i.e. were the foreseen goals/objectives of the work reached?)
A combination of active nature conservation, agriculture and tourism after only one year of implementation is already giving very promising, economically attractive results.
9. Success and Fail factors
The local initiatives of the stakeholders and NGOs which supported the local administration was very important as was the permanent consultation process. Getting the message across that the Natura 2000 network must be understood not as a system of restrictions, but as a system of sustainable management, which can bring new opportunities, especially in the attractive areas for tourism, also played a major role in getting the local community to support the process. This reinforces the recognition that a bottom–up approach is needed at all levels of Natura 2000 establishment. Finally, there were benefits from participating in international nature and management programmes e.g. for the National Park, the Veluwe in the Netherlands donated 100 bicycles to the community for rental to tourists. The other input has been given by a local initiative supported by a Dutch foundation (Koninklijke Nederlandsche Heidemaatschappij) which was focussed on the creation of small investments to improve village facilities for inhabitants and guests.
At the beginning, there were many sceptics who did not believe it was possible to combine nature conservation and tourism. Initially, also, the local administration were not fully supportive of the Natura 2000 designation since traditionally “Nature” was synonymous with “restrictions”.
10. Unforeseen outcomes
Implementation of sustainable tourism as a specific Natura 2000 “product” can enable the acceptance of an NGO working for nature as an important partner in both local spatial planning and the creation of new forms of local, economic development. This can be very helpful in building democracy in a post-collective, social situation.
11. Prepared by
A. H. Pickaver, Coastal & Marine Union (EUCC), The Netherlands
12. Verified by
K. Rabski, EUCC - Poland
- Implementation of Natura 2000 in the case of ICZM in Stepnica Local Community (2006) Rabski K, available by download from www.databases.eucc-d.de/files.
- Who is responsible for Natura 2000 in Poland? A potential role of NGOs in establishing the programme (2007) Cent J., Kobierska H., Grodzinska-Jurczak M & Bell S. International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development pp 422-435 (copyright protected but can be purchased from http://www.indersceince.com)
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Health hazard evaluation determination report: HHE-77-124-479, Interlake Steel Inc., Newport, Kentucky.
Cincinnati, OH: U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, HHE 77-124-479, 1978 Apr; :1-8
An evaluation of employee exposure to soluble oil during steel pipe manufacture (SIC-3312) has been made. Throughout the building during the time of this investigation, drums of coal, coke or wood materials were being burned to provide heat in the building. Several workers reported that the fires were being started or periodically renewed using the coating oil. Personal breathing zone samples for oil mist were collected. Nondirected medical questionnaires were administered to 12 randomly selected individuals to determine if they were experiencing any health problems which they felt were work related. It has been determined on the basis of environmental sampling that the levels of oil mist, welding fumes, mineral spirits, toluene (108883) and xylene (1330207) did not exceed recommended criteria on an 8 hour time weighted average concentration basis. However, results of employee interviews indicated workers are experiencing eye and upper respiratory irritation which they related to the open burning fires used to provide heat. Based on these complaints and on good housekeeping and safety practices, the open fires should be replaced with an appropriate alternative source of heat.
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Meaning of Capital: Fixed Capital, Working Capital and Human Capital!
Meaning of Capital:
The term capital is used in economics in various senses. In ordinary language and sometimes in economics also capital is used in the sense of money.
But when we talk of capital as a factor of production, to confuse capital with money is quite wrong. Of course, money is used to purchase various factors such as raw materials, machinery, labour which help to produce goods, but money itself does not directly help in the production of goods.
The money which is available for investment and productive purposes has been called money capital or financial capital by some economists. But money capital is not the real capital. The real capital consists of machinery, tools, tube well, factories; tractors, etc., which directly assist in the production of goods.
Similarly, government securities and bonds, shares and debentures of public limited companies do not represent real capital. Securities, bonds, stocks, etc., possessed by individuals yield income to them but they cannot be called real capital because they represent only titles of ownership rather than factors of production.
Capital has been rightly defined as “produced means of production”. This definition distinguishes capital from both land and labour because both land and labour are not produced factors. Land and labour are often considered as primary or original factors of production. But capital is not a primary or original factor; it is a produced factor of production. Capital has been produced by man by working with nature. Therefore, capital may well be defined as man-made instrument of production.
Capital thus consists of those physical goods which are produced for use in future production. Machines, tools and instruments, factories, canals, dams, transport equipment, stocks of raw materials are some of the examples of capital.
All of them are produced by man to help in the production of further goods. According to Prof. Richard T. Gill, “A country s capital is its stock of produced or man-made means of production, consisting of such items as buildings, factories, machinery, tools, equipment and inventories of goods in stock.”
Fixed Capital and Working Capital:
Capital may be classified into fixed capital and working capital. Fixed Capital is durable-use producer goods which are used in production again and again till they wear out. Machinery, tools, railways tractors, factories etc., are all fixed capital.
Fixed capital does not mean fixed in location. Capital like plant, tractors, and factories are called fixed because money spent upon these durable goods, remains fixed or unrealised for a long period in contrast with the money spent on purchasing raw materials which is recovered as soon as goods made with them are sold.
Working Capital, on the other hand, are the single-use producers’ goods like raw materials, fertilizers, goods in process and fuel. They are used up in a single act of production. Moreover, money spent on them is fully recovered when goods made with them are sold in the market.
We have explained above the concept of physical capital. For a long time in economics, it was thought that it was the physical capital which played a crucial role in expanding production. In recent years, a new concept of ‘human capital’ has been evolved and emphasised.
By human capital is meant the stock of people equipped with education, skills, health, etc. It has now been found that the rate of growth achieved in the developed countries cannot be wholly explained by the increases in physical capital and advances in technology.
A good part of economic growth has occurred due to the accumulation of human capital. It has now been realised that human capital formation is as important in increasing production and productivity as the physical capital formation. An educated, trained and skilled man is much more productive than an uneducated, untrained, and unskilled.
Likewise, a person with good health contributes to production to a greater degree than the person with frail and poor health. Since investment in education, skill and health adds greatly to the productivity of men, investment in human capital has also been called investment in men, or investment in human beings.
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For car owners who’ve been putting off purchasing additional motor insurance, this year could be the year to buy, and buy inexpensive. As late as 2013, insurance providers were plagued by fraudulent claims resulting from whiplash injuries. But since then, several investigations have been conducted to discover fraudsters, making it more difficult for making false claims on car similar injuries. This has indirectly resulted in a depression of car premiums, as less money is invested on fraud claims, insurance companies can now afford to lower premiums up to 14% compared to 2013 prices. Some pundits ascribe this fall in motor insurance premiums to competitive pricing between insurance providers. Unprecedented low premiums are accessible despite increasing cost in accidental injuries claims and a bump within reinsurance cost. This unusual dip in premiums should be seen as an small window of opportunity for car owners to acquire cheap. Industry experts predict that industry forces will soon raise motor insurance premiums to more normal levels inside of months.
Fraudulent whiplash injury claims happen to be a big problem in the united kingdom, earning the country the concept of whiplash capital in 2011. The Association of British Insurers had dubbed the british isles as the “whiplash capital connected with Europe” in 2011 when there ended up 141 successful claims of whiplash injury as a result of car accidents in that 12 months alone. Fraudulent claims support an entirely industry of lawyers, ambulance chasers, and management firms creating an income off cash for crash accidents everywhere in the UK. Many of these fraudsters would then don a show of exaggerated injuries with the courts to win injury claims. These fraudulent claims win the courtroom awards for victims of auto injuries, that are ultimately taken care of by car insurance clients.
At one point it turned out estimated that the courts would likely receive some 1, 200 whiplash claims within a single day. This is a preposterous amount considering that the volume of car accident injuries far realized those of workplace injuries. The problem with whiplash is that it is the kind of injury which is difficult to diagnose, but all to easy to fake as the injury’s primary symptom is pain. This makes whiplash a preferred of fraudsters who drain NHS resources with treatments they cannot need except for show within court. The payout towards injury claims are then passed on to the end consumer who pay for premiums. Since the crackdown on false claims, insurance companies can now pay for to divert their funds faraway from supporting and fighting off sham, which is good news for motor insurance buyers. | <urn:uuid:eb1625ae-c334-4ac6-8a39-07798dfde2d8> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.cars-insurance.info/2014-the-best-year-to-buy-car-insurance-in-uk/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573029.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20220817153027-20220817183027-00269.warc.gz | en | 0.956643 | 516 | 1.6875 | 2 |
As supply chains for the production of goods become more complex, businesses are increasingly looking to outsource elements of their transport and logistics activities to specialist third party providers. The TPP will provide further opportunities for Australian transport and logistics businesses to capitalise on this trend.
Australia’s transport and logistics services exports to TPP countries were valued at $2.7 billion in 2015-16, which accounted for 39 per cent of total Australian exports of transport and logistics services (valued at $6.9 billion).
The TPP will contribute to growth in Australian transport and logistics services through the removal of key barriers, provision of more transparent and predictable operating conditions in TPP countries, and by capturing future market reforms in TPP countries.
Duty free entry for pallets and containers
For the first time in an Australian free trade agreement, the temporary entry of containers and pallets involved in transporting goods will be given duty free entry. This will eliminate considerable costs for Australian exporters and transport companies, currently paying duties as high as 20 per cent in some TPP countries.
Road and Freight Transport
Australian freight and logistics companies will benefit from enhanced commitments that support integrated logistics supply chains.For the first time,Australian providers of transport and logistics services in key South East Asian markets will gain strong trade and investment protections with:
- Malaysia guaranteeing its current investment regime for freight transport (with a foreign equity limitation of 49 per cent) and guaranteeing that any future market reforms will flow through to Australian providers;
- Vietnam locking in its current investment regime for road freight transport services (including the foreign equity limitation of up to 51 per cent) and guaranteeing that any future market reforms will flow through to Australian providers; and
- Australian suppliers will also have new opportunities to bid for government contracts for land and sea freight services in Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam and Peru.
A number of TPP countries - New Zealand, Malaysia, Brunei and Vietnam - have government-owned airlines. The TPP Agreement contains ground-breaking rules on state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and designated monopolies that will help ensure that such airlines are not provided with non-commercial assistance, such as subsidies, that have an adverse effect on competition with privately-owned airlines. These disciplines will help ensure that airlines, such as Qantas, are able to compete on a more level playing field with government-owned airlines of TPP countries.
Most TPP Parties have committed to guaranteeing their existing investment regimes in aviation and guaranteeing that any future reforms will automatically flow through to TPP Parties, enabling Australian airlines to benefit from current and future openness in aviation markets.
Significantly, Australia has secured commitments from Vietnam to lock in its investment regime in aviation (including the 30 per cent foreign equity limitation) and guarantee that any future reforms will flow through to Australian airlines established in the Vietnamese market.
Enabling services in the air transport sector
The TPP will cover a broader range of air transport-related service sectors than previous free trade agreements. Given that air transport-related services can increasingly be provided on a cross-border basis, this has particular value, including in the following areas in which Australian providers have strong expertise:
- Specialty air services such as flight training and parachute jumping;
- Services related to the design and operation of airports; and
- Ground-handling services such as baggage handling and flight catering.
In commitments extending beyond what it offered under the Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement (JAEPA), Japan has guaranteed market access for Australian suppliers of ground handling services and offered commitments which will provide Australian service suppliers with greater certainty regarding the operating conditions for the supply of airport operation services. Australia has also secured these commitments for the first time from Chile and Mexico.
Australia has secured commitments on commercial flight training from Brunei Darussalam, Chile, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, the US and Vietnam, giving Australian providers opportunities to expand in TPP countries.
Australian suppliers will also have new opportunities to bid for government contracts for air transport services in Brunei and Peru, and air freight services in Brunei, Malaysia and Peru.
Transport infrastructure and supporting services
Logistics and supporting transport services, such as transportation document preparation services, cargo handling, storage and warehousing, materials and stock management, packing, freight brokerage and freight inspection services are key elements to efficient, integrated and seamless supply chains. Australian suppliers of these services to the maritime, road and rail sectors will benefit from enhanced access to the markets of TPP countries.
Australian suppliers will have new opportunities to bid for government contracts in supporting transport services, such as cargo handling, storage and warehousing services in Brunei Darussalam, Malaysia and Peru.
Simpler customs procedures
The TPP promotes high quality standards for the treatment of express shipments, such as courier services. It encourages the provision of information before a shipment arrives, minimal documentation requirements and the rapid release of express shipments to the final destination.
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Bradley Elementary School presented the challenge of arranging classrooms adjacent to special offerings as part of a reconstruction project. Integrating the 35,427 square feet that remained with 45,493 new square feet compounded the challenge. Continued occupancy during construction further complicated the task.
The two-story elliptical rotunda acts as a central hub CAPACITY700COST PER SQ FT$103.00CITATIONSilver CitationFEATURED IN2001 Educational Interiors2001 Architectural PortfolioINTERIOR CATEGORYClassrooms corridors and special spaces radiating from the center. The rotunda’s volume and floor, midway between adjacent floor elevations, maintains continuity with the two-story classroom pod, unifying otherwise disparate spaces. Ramping corridors throughout reinforce continuity between multiple levels, allowing the school to feel as though it were a single story.
School curriculum centers on the literary arts. A simulated upper balcony of library stacks in the commons reflects that theme. The domed ceiling vaults to a center cupola to provide natural light, with traditional interiors, including oak trim, iron rails and turned columns. Tile wainscotting and tackable wallcovering above line the circulation space, offering resiliency low and display high. Fluted pilasters and paneled soffits identify classroom entries, merging traditional instruction with technology, and creating a comfortable, homelike learning environment.
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CHAMPION STRATEGIES – PUBLIC SPEAKING WORKSHOP – APRIL 16, 2021
Oral Presentation and Powerpoint
- Refer to time as an organizational tool: “For the next two minutes, I will summarize the city’s housing problem, then I will move on to . . . ” This keeps both you and your audience anchored.
- Use the “point, turn, talk” technique. Pause when you have to turn or point to something, then turn back towards the audience, then talk. This gives emphasis to the material and keeps you connected with audience members. Strictly avoid talking sideways or backwards at your audience.
- Use physical gestures sparingly and with intention. For instance, raise three fingers and say “thirdly” as you make your third point; pull your hands toward your chest slightly as you advocate the acceptance of an idea. Beware, though, of overusing your body, especially to the point of distraction. Some speakers habitually flip their hair, fiddle with their keys, or talk with their hands. I’ve heard some people recommend that speakers keep one hand in a pocket to avoid overusing physical gestures.
- Minimize the amount of walking necessary during your talk, but do stand rather than sit because it commands more authority. As you speak, keep your feet firmly rooted and avoid continual shuffling of your weight. Intentionally leaning slightly on one leg most of the time can help keep you comfortable and relaxed.
- Take care to pronounce all words correctly, especially those key to the discipline. Check pronunciation of ambiguous words beforehand to be certain. It would be embarrassing to mispronounce “Euclidian” or “Möbius strip” in front of a group of people that you want to impress. I once mispronounced the word “banal” during a speech to English professors and one of the audience members actually interrupted to correct me. Most of that speech was—as you might guess—banal.
- Dead air is much better than air filled with repeated “ums,” “likes,” and “you knows.” Get to know your personal “dead air” fillers and eliminate them. Out of utter boredom during a rotten speech a few years ago, I counted the number of times the speaker (a professor) used the word “basically” as an empty transition—44 times in just five minutes. Don’t be afraid to pause occasionally to give your listeners time to digest your information and give yourself a moment for reorientation. To quote Martin Fraquhar, “Well-timed silence hath more eloquence than speech.”
- If you know that you have a mannerism that you can’t easily avoid—such as stuttering or a heavy accent—and it distracts you from making a good speech, consider getting past it by just pointing it out to the audience and moving on. I’ve been to several talks where the speaker opened by saying “Please accept the fact, as I have, that I’m a stutterer, and I’m likely to stutter a bit throughout my speech.” One such speaker even injected humor by noting that James Earl Jones, one of his heroes, was also once a stutterer, so he felt in good company. As you might guess, the following speeches were confidently and effectively delivered, and when the mannerism arose it was easy to overlook.
- Avoid clichés, slang, and colloquialisms, but don’t be so formal that you’re afraid to speak in contractions or straightforward, simple terms. Use visual language, concrete nouns, active single-word verbs. When using specialized or broad terms that might be new or controversial to some audience members, be sure to define them clearly, and be prepared to defend your definition.
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Contemporary Japan: A Teaching Workbook. Third Edition Revised.
Martin, Roberta, Ed.; And Others
Designed to supplement and enliven standard textbook presentations of Japan, this workbook, through student exercises, seeks to answer some of the most common questions U.S. students have about Japan and its people. Classes exploring only one aspect of Japan as well as those seeking an integrated picture of Japan's traditional culture and contemporary society are encouraged to use the workbook. The exercises in the introductory section are suggested as approaches to beginning class discussion. Teachers can then proceed to any of the topical sections that follow: geography, language, religion, traditional history, modern history, society, government and politics, economy and trade, defense and foreign policy, literature, drama, culture, and arts. Each section has an introduction noting how the exercises within that section relate to one another or to points developed in other sections of the workbook. Materials on the Japanese American experience also are included. (DB)
Descriptors: Asian Studies, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Foreign Culture, Instructional Films, Instructional Materials, International Relations, Japanese, Japanese American Culture, Japanese Americans, Japanese Culture, Learning Activities, Resource Materials, Social Studies, Teaching Methods
East Asian Curriculum Project, Columbia University, East Asian Institute, 420 W. 118th St., New York, NY 10027.
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Practitioners; Teachers
Sponsor: United States-Japan Foundation.
Authoring Institution: Columbia Univ., New York, NY. East Asian Inst.
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If the alternator puts out 220amps, and the van's engine uses 30amps. Then the Cabin's battery can take up to 190amps from the alternator. These numbers are from Fitz' posts a few years ago. The engine's battery has a 150amp fuse to the BIM for charging the cabin's battery. This was the fuse that I photographed earlier in the posts. I should be blowing this fuse every time I charge with the alternator. So what am I missing?
Thanks again for the collective wisdom.
So the chances of your alternator actually putting out the full load would be unusual, it would be dependent on a large battery bank, and high depth of discharge. The area where most damage is done to the alternator is at idle conditions, particularly start and stop in hot conditions. The output of alternator at idle with Lithium is more current than it was designed to cool.
The bigger issue, is over charging your lithium battery, especially if your alternator has a high voltage output. Once charged fully Lithium needs to have the charge turned off, or go down to a reasonable float voltage. So the BIM will ensure that you don't overcharge the battery, and also disconnects periodically during it's charge cycle. The other common method would be to use a DC to DC charger, that again monitor voltage, the current can be regulated ( either programmatically or by size of the unit).
Another method that is being used is to use an inverter hooked up to alternator Van battery and provide a secondary AC input to your Shore power charger. So you would supply enough AC power to run the charger in your inverter/charger such as a Magnum which is fully capable of being programmed for lithium batteries. This method can work really well with larger output alternators, where you are not worried about conversion lose. This is used a lot in the Transit world, commonly referred to as the Orton method. | <urn:uuid:a7cfed00-2cb2-4c84-8b45-94ed7b1138b3> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/f11/alternator-charging-the-house-battery-issues-30312-2.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572581.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816211628-20220817001628-00071.warc.gz | en | 0.957258 | 419 | 2.40625 | 2 |
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On and on they walked, but the view did not vary: on one side of them, the rough cavern wall, on the other, the boundless expanse of smooth, glassy blackness, in the very middle of which was that mysterious greenish glow.
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The ball went out of bounds.
She stepped out of bounds, so the other team got the ball.
Bellatrix’s astounded face glowed red in the blaze of a third unique flame, which shot from the wand, twisted with the others, and bound itself thickly around their clasped hands, like a fiery snake.
The walls were completely covered in books, most of them bound in old black or brown leather; a threadbare sofa, an old armchair, and a rickety table stood grouped together in a pool of dim light cast by a candle-filled lamp hung from the ceiling.
His enormous boarhound, Fang, was at his heels; Fang gave a booming bark and bounded forward.
He sent Ron crashing back to the floor (his ear did hurt quite a lot), but Ron simply bounded to his feet again, grinning.
But Hogwarts is safer than their homes, bound to be!
"— Weasley saves it, well, he’s bound to get lucky sometimes, I suppose…."
"We won!" yelled Ron, bounding into sight and brandishing the silver Cup at Harry.
A few of them stumbled, one or two of them bound in ropes, but those climbing onto the rock behind them merely stepped over or on the fallen bodies.
I mean …. with Snapes history … of course people were bound to wonder…. but Dumbledore told me explicitly that Snape’s repentance was absolutely genuine——Wouldn’t hear a word against him!
And you resorted to crude and badly judged meas-ures such as sending me a cursed necklace that was bound to reach the wrong hands … poisoning mead there was only the slightest chance I might drink …’
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’Yeah, well, you still didn’t realise who was behind that stuff, did you?’ sneered Malfoy, as Dumbledore slid a little down the ramparts, the strength in his legs apparently fading, and Harry struggled fruitlessly, mutely, against the enchantment binding him.
He thought he understood why as he felt his broom shudder for a moment when they flew over the bound-ary wall into the grounds: Dumbledore was undoing the enchantments he himself had set around the castle, so that they could enter at speed.
He had known there was no hope from the moment that the full Body-Bind Curse Dumbledore had placed upon him lifted, known that it could have happened only because its caster was dead, but there was still no preparation for seeing him here, spread-eagled, broken: the greatest wizard Harry had ever, or would ever, meet.
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Advocates for an expanded child tax credit (CTC) did not expect to be in this situation.
A year ago, when Congress passed an expanded version of the policy that’s been around with bipartisan backing since 1997, some 35 million parents across the US began to see hundreds of dollars land in their bank accounts every month — money that they could spend however they saw fit.
“I think people really forget the resistance to the CTC expansion in 2017,” said Wells King, the research director at American Compass, a center-right think tank. “Just go back and see what the Wall Street Journal editorial board was posting at the time, all thesearguments about why we shouldn’t have specific tax breaks for families.” Wells recalled one WSJ op-ed in particular that mocked the Rubio-Lee proposal derisively, suggesting Republicans instead pursue a canine tax credit to woo millennials. “I can’t fathom that kind of piece being written in today’s political environment,” King said.
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Custom normally dictates you're not rude to your host. But the federal government's climate change adviser, Professor Ross Garnaut, is sufficiently hot under the collar about media coverage that he abandoned that principle yesterday.
Speaking at a conference sponsored by The Australian, the broadsheet owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Limited, the professor hit out at ''crude'' and ''distorted'' reporting of plans for a carbon tax.
And the worst culprit, according to Professor Garnaut? The very same News Limited.
He constrasted coverage of the carbon debate with ''the positive role played by a highly professional, conscientious, committed Australian media'' during earlier reforms.
''Reflect on the media treatment - I don't want to be too pointed but I would say especially the News Limited group - reflect on the media treatment of this complex issue of immense importance for long-term Australian prosperity, and I don't think many people would say we have had a media presentation of the issues as thorough, as reliable, as informed, as we had as a basis for the reform era of Australia in the last century,'' he said.
"I know from my close friends among the senior journalists at The Australian that there is disquiet about that.''
He singled out a front-page story he said implied electricity prices would rise 11 per cent as a result of renewable energy schemes, but said they were actually responsible for 11 per cent of a 30 per cent increase - that is, closer to 3 per cent.
''I could give you dozens of examples... Facts are ignored, the rules of logic violated, and it is rare for people professing strong opinions to go back and actually look at the documents on which they have commented.''
Surveying an audience of 200 economists and academics at the Melbourne Institute-Australian conference, he said he knew of only two who had read his climate report in full. One was Malcolm Turnbull.
The former Hawke government economic adviser cited ''great figures'' in the media such as Peter Robinson, Max Walsh, Max Suich who helped build a platform for reform on issues such as tariffs.
''In the '80s and '90s we had a high-quality media. Paul Kelly, Alan Wood, Michelle Grattan and others were able to explain complex ideas that the community never felt really comfortable with, but which would provide a basis for political action.''
The Australian's economics editor Michael Stutchbury said it was wrong to compare the battles over tariff reform and a carbon tax. ''There is a lot more contested ground, even among people such as myself who support putting a market price on carbon,'' he told The Age.
Treasurer Wayne Swan - introduced by Stutchbury - backed up Professor Garnaut, telling the conference ''sometimes it seems like the main criteria our opponents in the Parliament and sections of the media use to evaluate policies is not what's good for Australia but what's bad for the Australian Labor Party''.
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The boss of the UK’s largest energy supplier has said rocketing energy prices, which are adding to the soaring cost of living for British households, could last for as long as two years.
Chris O’Shea, the chief executive of British Gas owner Centrica, said the energy market “suggests that high gas prices will be here for the next 18 months to two years”.
O’Shea told the BBC there was no reason to think that gas price would start to fall again “any time soon”.
The rising global demand for gas is partly being driven by the energy transition, according to O’Shea, as countries move away from reliance on coal and oil.
“As we move towards net zero, gas is a big transition fuel, so as you turn off coal-fired power stations in other countries, maybe there is more demand for gas,” O’Shea said.
He added: “There isn’t an abundance of gas that you can just turn on quickly, so I can’t say that this will be done in six months, or nine months, or a year.”
However, O’Shea said he did not believe that increasing the domestic supply of gas from the North Sea would help to solve the energy crisis.
“I’m not sure an increase in UK supply would have brought the price down from £3 a therm, as it was in December, from 50p as it was a year ago,” he said.
“We bring gas in from the United States, from Norway, from Europe, from Qatar, from other places. So we’re not in a position to simply have the UK as an isolated energy market. We are part of a global market.”
Consumers are bracing for a jump in what they pay for household energy in April, when the regulator reviews its energy price cap. Many expect Ofgem’s decision will lead to average bills soaring by as much as £700, taking the annual cost of electricity and gas for households on a supplier’s default tariff to £2,000.
O’Shea, who has headed Centrica for almost two years, recently called on the government to help out struggling consumers by cutting VAT on energy bills, or stripping environmental levies from bills.
According to O’Shea’s calculations, the VAT cut would shave £100 off the average annual bill. However this move has been dismissed by the prime minister, Boris Johnson.
O’Shea also suggested that the government should fund environmental and social levies through general taxation instead of household bills, which he estimated would cut the average annual total by £170.
Last year saw the collapse of 26 UK energy firms, and O’Shea has previously said that energy companies would have to pass on higher wholesale costs in order to survive, though he has insisted that Centrica would not want to receive a government bailout to help it keep bills down.
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From John Graham, 2 September 1805 (Abstract)
§ From John Graham. 2 September 1805, New Orleans. “A White Man by the Name of Le Grand, who is from St Domingo has lately been taken up in this City and is now confined in Jail here, for having endeavoured to bring about an Insurrection of the Negroes in this and the adjoining Territories.
“The details of his Plan, and of the measures persue’d by the Mayor of the City to arrest him, & to obtain proof of his Guilt, shall be forwarded to you by the next Post. I was in hopes of being able to get them ready in time for this Post but I find it impossible. I therefore write this Letter in haste merely to let you know that nothing is now to be apprehended from this Plot, which was indeed only in Embryo, when it was discovered by a Slave who communicated to the Mayor the propositions which had been made to him by Le Grand. You will have heared before this reaches you that the Governor is on a Tour thro. the Upper parts of the Territory.”
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Life is stressful and hectic, so when you come home, you expect to relax and be rejuvenated. Essential oils can help you do that; and the best way to use them is with a diffuser. Diffusers disperse the oils into the air, permeating the room and providing with you their benefits continuously. They’re the best way to help you live a better, healthier life.
So, here are nine perfect reasons you should have an essential oil diffuser:
9 Undeniable Reasons to Have an Essential Oil Diffuser
Sleep prepares you to tackle tomorrow, but you can’t do that if you don’t sleep well. So, run your diffuser throughout the night with essential oils such as lavender to help you fall and stay asleep. You’ll wake up feeling refreshed and ready for another day.
2. Freshen the Air
Essential oils are known for their potent, fresh aroma. Just choose the scent you want to fill the air. Diffusers are also healthier alternatives to name brand air fresheners, which fill your home with harmful chemicals. Instead, essential oils bring health benefits and provide long-lasting aromas. Two birds, one stone.
3. Stay Healthy
Keep your home healthy and happy by diffusing essential oils such as eucalyptus, peppermint, and citrus. These oils purify the air by eating up bacteria, protecting your home from illness, and boosting your immune system.
4. Safer than Candles
Candles can pose a fire hazard if left unattended. Prevent these types of disasters by using an essential oil diffuser instead. And besides being safer, essential oils don’t use chemicals like candles, leaving you with a healthier atmosphere.
5. Mood Enhancing
While essential oils and aromatherapy are known for their relaxing scents, there are also several oils that can be used to boost your mood. Oils like lavender and citrus oils can be diffused to energize a room and give it life, such as an office to help you work, or a weight room to get you ready for a big workout.
6. Mental Focus
If you want to be more productive, diffusing essential oils in the air can improve your cognitive function. In fact, using oils like eucalyptus and peppermint regularly can actually help heal causes of poor mental focus.
7. Prevent Snoring
Another reason to leave a diffuser on overnight is to help your significant other not wake you with their snoring. Eucalyptus oil clears passageways and improves breathing, which will prevent snoring and allow you to sleep better.
8. Allergy Relief
It seems that everyone has some kind of allergy these days. Allergies can cause watering eyes, scratchy throats, congestion, among other things. But diffusing essential oils such as eucalyptus and peppermint can relieve these symptoms with their potent aromas and ability to clear sinuses.
9. Relieves Stress
One of the greatest benefits of a diffuser is creating a stress-free home. Menthol and lavender are two of the best oils to help you relax and decompress after a long day. You can make any room your escape with these oils and a diffuser.
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Four years ago, Diana Widmaier-Picasso, a granddaughter of the artist, was awakened in the middle of the night by the sounds of burglars who had broken into her house in Paris. After she made a quick tour and saw nothing amiss, she went back to sleep. The following morning, she discovered that several works by her grandfather had been stolen, including “Maya à la Poupée.” (The thieves had been hiding in the dark.) The 1938 painting, which has rarely been on public view, is a split-visaged portrait of the daughter born to Picasso and his mistress Marie-Thérèse Walter—Maya, who is Diana’s mother—wearing pigtails and a plaid jumper and holding a doll. Six months later, investigators recovered the picture in France. Now it can be seen at the Gagosian Gallery on West Twenty-first Street, where Widmaier-Picasso has helped put together an exhibition devoted to her grandmother’s presence, as model and inspiration, in Picasso’s career.
“They arrested people trying to sell it on the street—in the Seventeenth,” Widmaier-Picasso, an art historian, recalled the other day, standing before the painting. “That is how professional art thieves operate. The one in charge had two nicknames, and they’re both interesting: the Locksmith and Goldfinger. It was like a Western.” The case deepened her appreciation for the B.R.B., or Brigade de Répression du Banditisme. “They treated it like the kidnapping of a person in the family.” She nodded toward the canvas. “Now the person spends a lot of time in a safe.”
Widmaier-Picasso, who is thirty-eight, wore high-heeled sandals and a black sundress with accordion pleats. She led the way to a room dominated by several paintings of Marie-Thérèse, a curvy, blond woman, in varying states of repose—with her chin in the air, burying her head in her arm to steal a nap, pensive in a fauteuil. “You recognize her—she appears more than once in ‘Guernica,’ ” she said. Picasso and Marie-Thérèse met outside Galeries Lafayette in 1927, when she was seventeen and shopping for a Peter Pan collar. He was forty-five and married to Olga Khokhlova, a former ballet dancer. “I am Picasso,” he said, by way of introduction.
“She was his muse, more than any woman,” Widmaier-Picasso said. “Long after the affair ended, my grandfather continued to paint Marie-Thérèse’s image into his work.” In another room, she examined a delicate wood sculpture of a woman. “Somebody said to me, ‘I don’t see Marie-Thérèse in this one.’ You don’t if you look at it straight. But if you move to the side—voilà. You notice in the profile her breasts—see how they stick out?—and her nose.” She showed off a print of Picasso’s 1935 copper etching “La Minotauromachie,” and pointed to the heavily crosshatched musculature of the beast’s human legs. “Do you see the vigor in the lines?” she asked. Discussing a group of sculptures, she made chopping motions in the air. “This process required him to be very physical—to scrape, scrape, scrape. This was the strength that she gave him, his effervescence.”
Widmaier-Picasso was brought up in Paris, where her father, Pierre Widmaier, “is in the boats”—his family has a shipping business. She moved to the West Village three years ago. Do people comment on a family resemblance—to either grandparent? Widmaier-Picasso, who has honey-colored hair, wide-set eyes, and angular features, cocked her head. “I look more like the people in his paintings,” she said. Every now and then, a visitor in the gallery would register her presence with a double take—perhaps clued in by her face, or by her accent or her authoritative tone.
“I know this one from MOMA, but it’s even more striking in this context,” a gray-haired woman said to Widmaier-Picasso, gesturing toward a small beach scene.
Another woman circled for a while and asked, “Are you Diana? I think you went to school with ma copine.”
A man and a woman approached, and the man said, “People say, ‘She wasn’t that beautiful.’ ” It was Robert E. Meyerhoff, a major collector. He went on, “Well, to Picasso she was that beautiful.”
Widmaier-Picasso complimented Meyerhoff’s companion on her coat. “It’s the same color as my grandmother’s beret in that room,” she said. “His paintings of her are bright red, yellow, blue, and purple—a lot of purple.”
A wall near the entrance had photographs of Marie-Thérèse at play: hiking, grabbing a rope swing from the water, and holding a medicine ball on the beach. “She was very athletic, very sporty, and Picasso was drawn to that—the vigor,” their granddaughter said. “It must have been exhausting. Maybe that’s why in the paintings she’s sleeping all the time.” ♦ | <urn:uuid:7f87d9ff-4fad-494a-af05-8c9dd89acac9> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2011/06/13/granddaughter | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570765.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808031623-20220808061623-00275.warc.gz | en | 0.973431 | 1,255 | 1.984375 | 2 |
Suriati __________ the activities that we will be doing during the camp.
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The Museum of Hartlepool has kindly allowed the WFA to use the images below to show the effects of the bombardment of Hartlepool in December 1914. Most of the text below is also from the Museum's Flickr site.
The bombardment of Hartlepool is one of the most significant events in the town's history. Although the First World War had started several months before, the British public were not prepared for what was about to happen. On the morning of Wednesday, 16 December 1914 Hartlepool (on the north-east coast of England) came under attack. This was the first time British civilians had been in the line of enemy fire during a major conflict - probably since the civil war. There were similar raids occuring on Scarborough (and then Whitby) to the south.
The people of Hartlepool were going about their daily business as three German warships, Seydlitz, Moltke and Blucher, led by Vice Admiral Hipper, approached the coastline. The warships had been met further out at sea by the British destroyers, Doon, Test, Waveney and Moy. Attempts were made to stop the warships going further but the British destroyers had to admit defeat. Other efforts to prevent the bombardment were made by the light cruiser HMS Patrol and submarine C9 but both ran aground.
Nobody in Hartlepool was aware of what had happened out at sea and what followed took the town completely by surprise. Shortly after 8am the three warships began firing shells, continuing to do so for about 40 minutes. The coastal defence batteries were the main target and the lines of communication were quickly cut.
The coastal defences of the port were made up of the Heugh Battery, which had two six inch guns and the Lighthouse Battery, which had one six inch gun. The coastal batteries, manned by the Durham Royal Garrison Artillery, fired 123 rounds. Two companies from the 18th Battalion of the Durham Light Infantry were also stationed in Hartlepool at this time. Some damage was inflicted on the German warship Blucher and some of the crew were killed and injured but, despite efforts to defend the town, the two batteries were outgunned by the German warships.
Over 1,000 shells were fired during the bombardment causing much devastation to the town and its people. More than 100 people were killed and in excess of 200 were injured. Many buildings were damaged or destroyed. Here are some of the photographs from our collection, which show the aftermath of the bombardment.
The raid had an enormous effect upon British public opinion, both as a rallying cry against Germany for an attack upon civilians, and in generating criticism of the Royal Navy for being unable to prevent it. The attack became part of a British propaganda campaign, 'Remember Scarborough', used on army recruitment posters.
You can watch a slideshow of the photographs of effects of the bombardment below. Please use the expand icon to view the slideshow in full screen, press "Esc" on your keyboard to return.
Read more about the raids on Scarborough, Whitby and Hartlepool.
You can also watch a video on the bombardment.
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SMS Markgraf was the third battleship of the four-ship König class. She served in the Imperial German Navy during World War I. The battleship was laid down in November 1911 and launched on 4 June 1913. She was formally commissioned into the Imperial Navy on 1 October 1914, just over two months after the outbreak of war in Europe. Markgraf was armed with ten 30.5-centimeter (12.0 in) guns in five twin turrets and could steam at a top speed of 21 knots (39 km/h; 24 mph). Markgraf was named in honor of the royal family of Baden. The name Markgraf is a rank of German nobility and is equivalent to the English Margrave, or Marquess. | <urn:uuid:9aed349b-0eb5-407a-bd5d-2e2a3c878572> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | https://www.routeyou.com/en/location/view/48004564/sms-markgraf | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280718.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00404-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.972942 | 167 | 2.59375 | 3 |
In the 1970s, archaeologists in China’s Hunan Province unearthed three tombs dating back to the early Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 24 CE) containing the remains and possessions of the Marquis of the Changsha Kingdom and his family. Over 3,000 cultural relics reflecting the opulent life of this noble family were recovered from the site. Noble Tombs at Mawangdui: Art and Life in the Changsha Kingdom, Third Century BCE to First Century CE contains treasures including silk costumes, wood carvings, bronze objects, lacquer ware, jade ornaments, and seals, as well as sections of the Yang Sheng Fang manuscript, a medical text that outlines various techniques of enhancing vitality and lengthening life. These artworks, portraying aspects of daily life ranging from food to cosmetics and fashion, from entertainment to healthcare and exercise, provide a fascinating picture of reverence to the afterlife imparted by the ancients more than 2,000 years ago. A fully-illustrated bilingual catalogue, Noble Tombs at Mawangdui represents the most extensive collection of Mawangdui items ever on view in the United States. | <urn:uuid:502f208e-6c46-4d28-ae6d-0bb60aa7e25d> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://sbmastore.net/products/noble-tombs-at-mawangdui | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570692.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20220807181008-20220807211008-00669.warc.gz | en | 0.929089 | 233 | 2.515625 | 3 |
An upcoming HISTORY Channel reality television show will put 30 everyday people with no military background through intense training designed to mimic the selection programs of the military’s elite Special Operations Forces.
In the eight-episode series, titled “The Selection: Special Operations Experiment,” the participants are subjected to tear gas, interrogation simulation, and psychological warfare. Based on the trailer, there’s a lot of ice baths, ruck marches, and sit-ups in the surf, too.
“The Selection” is not a competition series, there’s no cash reward at the end, and participants are pushed to the breaking point by their six instructors, all of whom are combat veterans from Navy SEAL, Green Beret, and Army Ranger units.
According to HISTORY, the show’s civilian participants are men and women between 21 and 45 years old who signed on for “an epic journey of self-discovery, facing their biggest fears and testing their will to survive.”
The aim of the show is to highlight the rigorous screening process that Special Operations Forces must pass — four out of five service members seeking to join these elite units fail.
“‘The Selection’ will offer civilians the unique opportunity to take part in an immersive, authentic course instructed by different branches leading together, while giving viewers insight into the origins of these challenges,” said Paul Cabana, the executive vice president and head of programming at HISTORY in a press release.
The first episode of “The Selection,” from executive producer Peter Berg who also directed “Lone Survivor” and “Friday Night Lights,” airs on Dec. 8 at 10 p.m. eastern time on the HISTORY Channel. | <urn:uuid:da04dadf-292d-44b0-938e-143a7fd1cd0f> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/watch-30-civilians-try-pass-sof-selection-new-reality-show/?amp | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571987.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813202507-20220813232507-00269.warc.gz | en | 0.939447 | 362 | 1.59375 | 2 |
The discourses and politics of ‘education’ and ‘epistemology’
McHoul, A. and Luke, A. (1989) The discourses and politics of ‘education’ and ‘epistemology’. Social Epistemology: A Journal of Knowledge, Culture and Policy, 3 (1). pp. 3-17.
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The purpose of this paper is to examine epistemology as a general procedure or set of procedures for making discoveries about 'knowledge' in general, and about 'educational knowledge' in particular. Contrary to many current versions of epistemology, the present exercise is in counter-epistemology - based loosely on the counter-history-of-ideas of Foucault - which attempts to mount a critique of epistemology as a generalized technique. As it stands, epistemology unwarrantedly claims sovereignty over a number of practical and theoretical educational domains, converting whatever it finds into legitimated 'knowledges'. If we re-think epistemology so that it becomes but one competing and (derivative) discourse in educational studies, rather than ascribing to it any particular curricular privilege, as this paper suggests, a number of quite crucial consequences about what is being done (and what is yet to be done) in teacher education curricula emerge.
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MotorSolveELECTRIC MACHINE DESIGN SOFTWARE
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The template-based interface combined with the variational geometry modeling makes the software easy to use yet flexible enough to handle virtually any motor design. Rotor and stator geometries can also be directly imported.
MotorSolve simulates machine performance using an automated finite element analysis engine. There is no need to construct the model, perform mesh refinements and extensive post-processing to extract motor related results. MotorSolve performs these operations for the user.
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Microsoft Releases Fix It Tool for Blue Screen Rootkit Detection
Microsoft security updates of last month have caused some controversy over a patch that was first thought to cause blue screen (BSOD) on some computers. It was later found that the said patch was not responsible for the blue screens. A rootkit that altered some files of the operating system was found to be the main culprit behind the blue screen of death. Microsoft released two updates to fix the issue. The patch has been now redeveloped by Microsoft to block the update if any “abnormal” conditions exist.
If these conditions are detected, the update will not be installed and the result will be a standard Windows Update error.
Microsoft has released a Fix It script which can be used to check and decide if a system is compatible with the security update 977165 described in the security bulletin MS10-15.
Some computers may not be compatible with security update 977165. This issue usually occurs when a computer is infected with a virus that changes certain Microsoft operating system files. In these cases, after you install the security update 977165, the computer may restart repeatedly.
The fix it solution can be downloaded from here. It is recommended to run it first before trying to install the security patch 977165. The Fix It solution will then report to you if the security patch can be installed or not on the computer system.
You can use Microsoft Security Essentials, which is capable of detecting and removing the rootkit responsible for the blue screen of death that seem after patching the operating system. | <urn:uuid:612310db-8e60-444b-a609-644f77ffd1ea> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://www.mytechguide.org/7254/microsoft-releases-fix-it-tool-blue-screen-rootkit-detection/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280791.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00364-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.937308 | 318 | 1.96875 | 2 |
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Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a negative single-stranded RNA virus of the family Pneumoviridae and is closely related to the avian metapneumovirus (AMPV) subgroup C. It was isolated for the first time in 2001 in the Netherlands by using the RAP-PCR (RNA arbitrarily primed PCR) technique for identification of unknown viruses growing in cultured cells. It may be the second most common cause (after the human respiratory syncytial virus) of lower respiratory infection in young children.
Compared with respiratory syncytial virus, infection with human metapneumovirus tends to occur in slightly older children and to produce disease that is less severe. Co-infection with both viruses can occur, and is generally associated with worse disease.
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Human metapneumovirus accounts for approximately 10% of respiratory tract infections that are not related to previously known etiologic agents. The virus seems to be distributed worldwide and to have a seasonal distribution with its incidence comparable to that for the influenza viruses during winter. Serologic studies have shown that by the age of five, virtually all children have been exposed to the virus and reinfections appear to be common. Human metapneumovirus may cause mild respiratory tract infection. However, small children, elderly and immunocompromised individuals are at risk of severe disease and hospitalization.
The genomic organisation of HMPV is analogous to HRSV, however HMPV lacks the non-structural genes, NS1 and NS2, and the HMPV antisense RNA genome contains eight open reading frames in slightly different gene order than RSV (viz. 3’-N-P-M-F-M2-SH-G-L-5’). HMPV is genetically similar to the avian metapneumoviruses A, B and in particular type C. Phylogenetic analysis of HMPV has demonstrated the existence of two main genetic lineages termed subtype A and B containing within them the subgroups A1/A2 and B1/B2 respectively.
The identification of HMPV has predominantly relied on reverse-transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) technology to amplify directly from RNA extracted from respiratory specimens. Alternative more cost-effective approaches to the detection of HMPV by nucleic acid-based approaches have been employed and these include:
- detection of hMPV antigens in nasopharyngeal secretions by immunofluorescent-antibody test
- the use of immunofluorescence staining with monoclonal antibodies to detect HMPV in nasopharyngeal secretions and shell vial cultures
- immunofluorescence assays for detection of hMPV-specific antibodies
- the use of polyclonal antibodies and direct isolation in cultured cells.
There are no conclusive studies to date, however, it is likely that transmission occurs by contact with contaminated secretions, via droplet, aerosol, or fomite vectors. Hospital acquired infections with human metapneumovirus have been reported.
A licensed vaccine for humans is still many years distant. The Department of Virology of Erasmus MC, Rotterdam in the Netherlands is working on developing a Metapneumovirus vaccine for humans. Enhancement of the binding of palivizumab to the HRSV F protein resulted in a second-generation monoclonal antibody, motavizumab (Numax, MedImmune Inc.), which is currently under study in phase III clinical trials. For members of the Paramyxovirinae subfamily, very young infants are the main target group for immunization. Since these children have not yet developed a mature immune system, a multidose vaccine strategy may be needed, starting in the first weeks of life. The vaccination efficacy in these children may also be hampered by the presence of maternally derived antibodies, which may provide partial protection to wild-type virus infections but also suppress the primary immune response on immunization. Pneumoviruses replicate entirely in the cytoplasm, and this process begins with adsorption of the virus to the cellular receptor on the host cell, directed by the viral attachment protein, variously called G, H (hemagglutinin) or HN (hemagglutinin-neuraminidase).
Human metapneumovirus was first reported in 2001 and avian metapneumovirus in the 1970s. There are at least four lineages of human metapneumovirus—A1, A2, B1 and B2. Avian metapneumovirus has been divided into four subgroups—A, B, C and D. Bayesian estimates suggest that human metapneumovirus emerged 119–133 ago and diverged from avian metapneumovirus around 1800.
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Affordable Housing In Fort Bend County
29 Low Income Apartment Communities In Fort Bend County
Section 8 Vouchers, Apartments, and Waiting Lists in Fort Bend County, Texas
Public Housing Agencies operate federally assisted affordable housing programs at local levels on behalf of HUD. Notably, housing agencies are responsible for managing Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, Public Housing, and Project-Based Voucher waiting lists within their jurisdiction.
Households who qualify for these programs may also qualify for Project-Based Section 8, which contributes rental assistance payments directly to private landlords on behalf of low-income tenants. Eligibility for the project-based program is similar to the voucher programs, but waiting list and application policies will vary depending on the landlord.
Public Housing Agencies Serving Fort Bend County, Texas
|Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs||Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)|
Guide To Affordable Housing in Fort Bend County, Texas
There are 29 low income housing apartment communities offering 3,421 affordable apartments for rent in Fort Bend County, Texas.
Income Based Apartments in Fort Bend County, Texas
Fort Bend County features 210 income based apartments. Tenants of income based apartments typically pay no more than 30% of their income towards rent and utilities.
Low Rent Apartments in Fort Bend County, Texas
There are 2,991 rent subsidized apartments that do not provide direct rental assistance but remain affordable to low income households in Fort Bend County.
Housing Choice Vouchers in Fort Bend County, Texas
On average, Section 8 Housing Choice vouchers pay Fort Bend County landlords $700 per month towards rent. The average voucher holder contributes $400 towards rent in Fort Bend County.
The maximum amount a voucher would pay on behalf of a low-income tenant in Fort Bend County, Texas for a two-bedroom apartment is between $1,087 and $1,329.
2022 Fort Bend County, Texas Fair Market Rents and Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards
Fair Market Rents can be used to better understand the average housing costs of an area. Fair Market Rents are used by HUD to establish payment and rent standards for federal rental assistance programs like the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.
|Studio||One BR||Two BR||Three BR||Four BR|
|Fort Bend County, Texas Fair Market Rent||$944||$1,014||$1,208||$1,603||$2,058|
|Fort Bend County, Texas Payment Standard Range||$850 to $1,038||$913 to $1,115||$1,087 to $1,329||$1,443 to $1,763||$1,852 to $2,264|
Sourced from federal housing data and AffordableHousingOnline.com research.
Fort Bend County, TX Affordable Housing Snapshot
|Total Affordable Apartment Properties||29|
|Total Low Income Apartments||3,421|
|Total Housing Units with Rental Assistance||210|
|Percentage of Housing Units Occupied By Renters||21.3%|
|Average Renter Household Size||3.05|
|Average Household Size||3.17|
|Median Household Income||$89,152 ±$1,584|
|Median Rent||$1,211 ±$25|
|Percentage Of Renters Overburdened||38.17% ± 2.2pp|
Population and Household Demographics
Fort Bend County is a county in Texas with a population of 658,331. There are 206,188 households in the county with an average household size of 3.17 persons. 21.3% of households in Fort Bend County are renters.
Income and Rent Overburden in Fort Bend County
The median gross income for households in Fort Bend County is $89,152 a year, or $7,429 a month. The median rent for the county is $1,211 a month.
Households who pay more than thirty percent of their gross income are considered to be Rent Overburdened. In Fort Bend County, a household making less than $4,037 a month would be considered overburdened when renting an apartment at or above the median rent. 38.17% of households who rent are overburdened in Fort Bend County.
Area Median Income In Fort Bend County
Affordable housing program eligibility is always determined by one's income. Each household's income is compared to the incomes of all other households in the area. This is accomplished through a statistic established by the government called the Area Median Income, most often referred to as AMI. The AMI is calculated and published each year by HUD.
In Fort Bend County, HUD calculates the Area Median Income for a family of four as $90,100
Most affordable housing programs determine eligibility based on the percent of AMI a given household's income is. Among the programs that determine eligibility based on the AMI are Section 8, HOME, LIHTC, Section 515, 202 and 811.
Rental Assistance in Fort Bend County
Rental assistance is a type of housing subsidy that pays for a portion of a renter’s monthly housing costs, including rent and tenant paid utilities. This housing assistance can come in the form of Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, project-based Section 8 contracts, public housing, USDA Rental Assistance (in Section 515 properties) as well as HUD Section 202 and 811 properties for elderly and disabled households.
Income Qualifications for HUD Rental Assistance in Fort Bend County
|1 Person||2 Person||3 Person||4 Person||5 Person||6 Person||7 Person||8 Person|
|30% AMI Income Limits
Renters earning up to 30% of the Fort Bend County AMI may qualify for rental assistance programs that target Extremely Low Income households.
|50% AMI Income Limits
Renters earning up to 50% of the Fort Bend County AMI may qualify for rental assistance programs that target Very Low Income households.
|80% AMI Income Limits
Renters earning up to 80% of the Fort Bend County AMI may qualify for rental assistance programs that target Low Income households.
Cities In Fort Bend County
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About The Charts and Nutrition Facts
- For accuracy, the calorie chart and fat chart are based on the biggest serving size available.
- These nutrition facts came directly from the USDA or manufacturer/restaurant.
- If you're using a calorie counter, remember that Fat, Carbs, and Protein calories are just close estimations based on the Atwater factors:
Fat: 9 cal/g Carb: 4 cal/g Protein: 4 cal/g
- Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Please remember this when using this information to make healthy food choices for your diet.
Calories - One serving has a total Calorie count of 200 Calories. This breaks down as 60 Calories from Fat, 116 Calories from Carbohydrate, and 24 Calories from Protein. See the calorie chart below.
Fat - One serving has 7 grams of Total Fat. This is made up of 1 gram of Saturated Fat and unfortunately the Trans Fat amount was not listed for this food. The rest of the Fat (6 grams) is unaccounted for.
Cholesterol - Watching your Cholesterol? One serving has 0 mg, which should make healthy eating a little easier.
Carbohydrates - Total Carb count for one serving: 29 grams. Sugar: 5 grams, Fiber: 1 gram, and Net Carbs: 28 grams (helpful to know if you're counting carbs).
Protein - For Protein, one serving of this food has a total of 6 grams.
Minerals - There are 1.08 mg of Iron and 40 mg of Calcium in each serving of this food. In addition, this food has 300 mg of Sodium in each serving.
Vitamins - This food doesn't have a significant amount of Vitamin A, but does contain Vitamin C. One serving provides 1.2 mg of Vitamin C. | <urn:uuid:6bd44a33-9ef2-4970-9e28-87f362ecdb8d> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | http://quitehealthy.com/nutrition-facts/annie-chuns/L105171.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572089.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20220814234405-20220815024405-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.909287 | 384 | 3.203125 | 3 |
With row-based replication DML statements focus directly on the table being modified. DDL on the other hand always uses statement-based replication and is tied to what is known in MySQL as the "default database". The default database is the schema/database currently in use when a DDL statement is executed. The only information I was able to find regarding this in the MySQL documentation is the second to last paragraph here. If do-db or ignore-db filters are configured on slaves, replication can break when DDL statements are used in certain scenarios. Table level or wildcard replication filters can also add to the potential breakage but I will save that for a separate blog post.
A few examples should make things clear. The slave in the following examples is configured with "replicate-ignore-db = test". That means it will replicate all objects from its master except for anything in the "test" schema/database. The test environment is reset between examples. I have changed the prompt via the my.cnf to show the default database and statement counter: prompt = '\h(\d):\c> '
On the master we use the test schema and create a table named ddl_test.
The ddl_test table does not replicate to the test schema which is the expected behavior.
This time on the master we use the world schema, create the ddl_test table in the test schema by way of a fully qualified table name and insert a row to it.
In this case the table creation is replicated because create is a DDL statement and the world schema was the default database when the statement was issued. Even though the default database was world, an insert does not replicate to the slave because it is a DML statement and the slave is configured to ignore events on objects in the test schema.
Now we create the ddl_test table while test is the default database, then alter the table to add a column while world is the default database.
Ouch! The result is broken replication on the slave. The reason is the original table create did not replicate but the additional alter statement does.
The error message shows exactly what went wrong. Table does not exist is pretty clear. The default database is world, the query references the test.ddl_test table and shows the alter table command that was attempted. Show slave status output also shows us the Replicate_Ignore_DB configuration has been set on the slave to ignore all DDL and DML statements against the test schema.
The next course of action is to get replication going again. We have deduced the alter table statement should not have replicated so we simply skip the event using the sql_slave_skip_counter variable.
Not directly related to the theme of this post but worth mentioning is the unique schema in MySQL known as none or null. This schema can not be used directly since it is the absence of having a default database. The only way I know of acquiring null schema is to connect to mysql without the -D option or by dropping the schema that is currently in use. How DDL and DML statements are handled remains the same with or without a default database.
Hopefully the examples above make the rules that govern replication of DDL and DML statements clearer. The potential impact on a dba really depends on the size and configuration of their replication topology. The more databases and filters in place to limit and/or direct what is replicated, the greater the chance replication can break. Number of users manipulating database objects, their knowledge of MySQL and the replication topology they are working within is also a big factor. | <urn:uuid:f09e178a-779c-40e9-bdcc-7d1fed817421> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://joshuaprunier.blogspot.com/2013/06/ddl-statements-in-mysql-5x-with-row.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560282935.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095122-00247-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.90209 | 740 | 2.40625 | 2 |
Adam Pickard is a big fan of Ikea’s augmented reality app that lets you try out furniture in your home before buying it. But Pickard apparently thought a smartphone could be just as useful during the assembly process, so he mocked up a demo of an app that uses augmented reality to make building Swedish furniture infinitely easier.
For the time being, Pickard’s AssembleAR app is just a concept project, so don’t go scouring your smartphone’s app store looking for it. But hopefully Ikea will take notice and make the app a reality, as it cleverly improves upon the furniture makers’ printed building instructions by demonstrating how all the parts and fasteners go together using animated 3D models. The app would all but eliminate the cliches about Ikea furniture being frustrating to build, but unfortunately it wouldn’t do anything to make shopping at Ikea any less nightmarish. | <urn:uuid:b0fb749a-9be9-4b7b-b475-f6f93e7149ec> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://gizmodo.com/augmented-reality-instruction-manuals-would-make-buildi-1823922616 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570651.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20220807150925-20220807180925-00469.warc.gz | en | 0.945018 | 192 | 1.757813 | 2 |
For centuries women of color have been told who they are, what they are, and what they do.
Black women, in particular, have this unending burden of carrying society’s hopes, fears, and misunderstandings. There are stereotypes and generalizations.. and it all eventually evolves into prejudices and the mishandling of Black women.
The Black female experience is one that has been unfairly decided for us. We’re often looked at as caricatures and not actual people. The idea of the Mammy (the strong Black woman), Sapphire (the sassy, angry Black woman) and Jezebel (the hypersexualized Black woman) are archetypes that I am all too familiar with.
I saw an ad the other day for an interesting T-shirt. It read Carefree Black Girl. I looked at it and thought, wow. wouldn’t that be nice? To be “carefree”…
Upon searching for the shirt and its origins, google informed me that there was in fact a carefree black girl movement. Young WOC are reclaiming their images with the intent of changing society’s mind about who we are.
It’s kinda Beautiful.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt that who I am just didn’t fit into the idea of the way others thought I should be. When I spoke it, was with proper English. I enjoyed things like reading and writing. I didn’t come from struggle and trauma. I didn’t live in the “ghetto”. I wasn’t extremely outspoken, not because I felt restricted but because it just wasn’t me. And the biggest travesty of all.. I couldn’t dance well.
I mean, if all of these things mentioned are not associated with Blackness, yet I identified with them, what did that mean? My cocoa brown skin definitely made me a part of the race but my actions and behavior said that I wasn’t a part of the culture. It often left me questioning my world and asking myself, am I Black enough?
Mom & Dad
I was blessed to be raised by two people who didn’t ascribe to these limiting paradigms. So, while the outside world consistently told me that I wasn’t a real Black girl, my mom and dad told me the exact opposite. They encouraged my interests, understood me for who I truly was, and always supported me. I was surrounded by love and reminded that I am Black and should be proud of it.
They made me believe in my uniqueness and beauty.
Unfortunately, I know all Black kids aren’t able to grow up this way. The struggle to resolve their identity to mainstream Blackness and their own conflicting beliefs and interests end up creating an identity crisis and, sometimes, self loathing.
Carefree not Careless
The definition of carefree is free from anxiety or responsibility. So, if we take this idea verbatim, I’m positive that I don’t know many (if any) Black women in the U.S. that has the ability to be carefree. However, the CBG (Carefree Black Girl) movement describes carefree as the ability to be whimsy, eclectic, and authentic. It’s a deviation from the idea that we’re supposed to be heavy or dark.. That we can actually be Happy.
At first I was against the idea of being “carefree” as I simply couldn’t relate. Sure I enjoy yoga, green tea, and my natural hair, but I certainly wasn’t free of worry and anxiety. I live passionately. And with that lifestyle comes empathy, concern, and a deep sensitivity for people and the universe. I’m constantly wondering about my place in this world and how I can be a good piece of its functioning.
I’m also very cognizant of the support that I provide and people I help. It’s been pretty much drilled into my head (and heart) that I am here to take care of others. To simply care for others. And I certainly can’t speak for everyone, but I’m not sure that’s not true for all women, especially Black women.
But being carefree doesn’t mean you’re free of these things, it just means you’ve made a choice to be free from the weight of your issues. You’ve decided to not let the sometimes painful realities of life as a Black woman keep you in darkness and dread. You’ve instead embraced yourself as you are and have chosen to be happy.
The Happy Black Girl
So yes, the carefree Black girl does exist… she’s the Happy Black girl.
The CBG is emotional, loving, and positive. She cares about you but not what you think. She likes Ariana Grande, H.E.R., and Cardi B. She could be dressed in long flowing dresses with flowers in her hair or in ripped jeans and converses. Her style is undeniably her. It’s as comfortable as it is a true representation of her idea of beauty–and therefore also a form of artistic expression. Hell, she is Art.
She understands and respects the plight of Black females but is still able to Smile.
So why is it so important to highlight the CBG? Well, instead of explicitly battling the stereotypes we can instead show more images that combat them. We can show that we are colorful, multidimensional, and all shades of beautiful.
I think it’s human nature to want to categorize and compartmentalize things. It helps us wrap our brain around concepts. But I also think it’s foolish to do this to humans. We’re made up of all of these dynamic pieces and it almost seems unfair to identify someone by only one aspect of their personality. | <urn:uuid:c3ed9a42-bf2b-4955-b205-a0a4a6e47e3e> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://theeverydayunicorn.com/the-carefree-black-girl-is-real/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571982.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813172349-20220813202349-00067.warc.gz | en | 0.9625 | 1,243 | 1.796875 | 2 |
Interactive Table Top
Our interactive play systems are produced in a safe and sustainable way. The challenging games are suitable for children from 4 to 12 years and contain no violence.
Using various games, puzzles and riddles, the child is playfully stimulated to discover, develop cognitive skills and be creative. Children can whether race and paint, or play one of the educational games in which children learn to find connections or in which the environment plays an important role. Examples include cleaning up the sea and separating waste.
Strong, durable touch screens
In addition to well-functioning software and fun games, it's without a doubt that the interactive play systems must be very practical. That's why all our touch screens are:
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the flat, rimless display surface of the screen eliminates the issue of dust and debris building up in the corners of the display
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the play systems have a capacitive touch screen with tempered glass, which means that they are vandalism proof and that dirt on the screen won't affect the touch sensitivity.
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the screen has ten independent touch points. This multitouch option allows children to play games together at the same time
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The billionaire owners of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets are out to up the performance of the world’s top athletes—and the rest of us, too.
Today Joe and Clara Tsai debuted the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance, a foundation to take the latest in technology and biotech off the bench and put it on the playing field.
“There have been huge advances in body imaging, bioengineering and AI, but none of it has been applied to sports and athletic performance,” says Clara Wu Tsai, the founder of the alliance. “Being close to athletes, we noticed there hadn’t been much innovation in areas around healing and training—that’s because most funding by government agencies is focused on diseases.”
The couple, who have amassed an $11 billion fortune from their stake in tech titan Alibaba, has pledged $220 million to the foundation that will fund teams of experts and academics from Stanford University, the University of Kansas, the University of Oregon, UC San Diego, Boston Children’s Hospital and the Salk Institute. “You can get breakthroughs when you cross-pollinate ideas among people that don’t usually get together,” says Wu Tsai, “These are top clinicians, athletes and practitioners working together with the deep scientists.”
Wu Tsai is clear that although she owns one of the hottest teams in the NBA, the new nonprofit’s goal is to make significant advances in physical performance that will ultimately combat the effects of a disease, injuries and aging. “It’s not a Nets thing. It’s a science thing. It’s about intense research and translating it into the real world—creating regimes, wearables and actual products that will improve everyday life.”
Wu Tsai’s husband, Joseph Tsai, a former corporate lawyer, cofounded Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba in 1999. Today Alibaba’s market cap tops $550 billion. The Tsais used $1 billion of their windfall to buy 49% of the Brooklyn Nets in 2017. In 2019, Tsai purchased the rest of the team from Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov—plus operating rights of the Barclay’s Center—in a deal valued around $3.3 billion at the time. Tsai is also owns the WNBA’s New York Liberty and a professional lacrosse team, The San Diego Seals.
Off the court, the Tsai’s have given lavishly to philanthropies supporting brain research and social justice. In August of 2020, they pledged $50 million to create a social justice fund aimed at fighting systemic racism and promoting economic mobility in Brooklyn.
“I grew up in Kansas as the daughter of Taiwanese immigrants. They came to the US for economic opportunity and the ideals of democracy,” says Wu Tsai, who went on to earn degrees from Stanford University and Harvard Business School. “But the inequities of the country have become exposed, and democracy doesn’t treat everyone the same.”
The Tsai’s Social Justice Fund has launched pilot programs around the Nets’ home court with the hopes to scale successful models across the country. One of the first experiments was a $2.5 million interest-free loan program for black-owned businesses struggling to stay open during the pandemic shutdown. “I did a lot of listening to understand the gaps and see how we could address the community’s most urgent needs,” says Wu Tsai. “We learned the biggest problem was access to capital, and we seized on it. We didn’t want to waste time designing a complex program, but to start something that could make an impact quickly.”
Wu Tsai says they are currently building metrics to study the impact of the loans and planning on a similar test program for Brooklyn start-ups. Says Wu Tsai: “You want to leverage your platform and find where you can bring unique value or unique insights. It goes hand in hand with why we’ve chosen the areas to focus our giving.” | <urn:uuid:35067f4d-c71f-46a3-b048-5533a9c6709b> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://newscreatives.com/2021/07/21/alibaba-cofounder-and-brooklyn-nets-owner-launches-220-million-alliance-for-athletic-moon-shots/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571745.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812170436-20220812200436-00479.warc.gz | en | 0.949568 | 860 | 1.757813 | 2 |
On Last Name Popularity, Meaning and Origin
In this article we'll look at the origin and meaning of the surname On and how popular it is in the United States. We'll also look at the race and ethnic origin of people in the United States who are named On.
On, like all of the names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the On surname is from the 2010 census data.
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Where Does On Rank in the Most Common U.S. Names?
According to the data, On is ranked #20,309 in terms of the most common surnames in America.
The On surname appeared 1,309 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0.44 would have the surname On.
We can also compare 2010 data for On to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.
|Proportion per 100k||0.44||0.40||9.52%|
Race and Ethnic Origin of People with the Last Name On
We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname On.
The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups: "White only", "Black only", "American Indian and Alaskan Native only", "Asian and Pacific Islander only", "Two or More Races", and "Hispanic".
For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for On was:
- 8.10%, or 106 total occurrences, were "Non-Hispanic White Only".
- 2.14%, or 28 total occurrences, were "Non-Hispanic Black Only".
- 85.18%, or 1,115 total occurrences, were "Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only".
- 0.00%, or 0 total occurrences, were "Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native".
- 2.22%, or 29 total occurrences, were "Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races".
- 2.37%, or 31 total occurrences, were "Hispanic Origin".
Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.
Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of On has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.
|Asian and Pacific Islander||85.18%||83.04%||2.54%|
|American Indian and Alaskan Native||0.00%||0.00%||0.00%|
|Two or More Races||2.22%||3.24%||-37.36%|
All of the data on this page is sourced from the Decennial Census survey, from the United States Census Bureau.
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This Memorial Day weekend was a lovely weekend to be mindful of the color blue, our mindfulness practice from the past week. The weather was amazing. The sky was blue and there was blue in the grass & leaves. I could even see blue in the bean seeds I planted and in the cucumber sprout that pushed its nose through the dirt. Glorious blue.
Where did you see the color blue the past week?
This Week’s Mindfulness Practice: Bottoms of Your Feet
Hmm, okay, that sounds a bit curious. Our mindfulness practice this week is to be aware of the bottoms of our feet. This includes sensations on the bottom of our feet from the floor or ground as well as heat or coolness.
So why would we want to be mindful of the bottoms of our feet? Well, as with other mindfulness practices involving our extremities we typically move through our day without thinking about our feet (or other extremities.) After-all, our feet are about as far from our head as we can get.
By becoming aware of the bottoms of our feet, we begin to feel our connection to Mother Earth, we become grounded, and we improve our balance. An excellent way to become mindful of the bottoms of our feet is to practice walking meditation. If done barefoot, the sensations on your feet become more apparent. However, simply walking can increase your awareness of the bottoms of your feet. The same with standing. (I enjoy rocking forward slightly & then back on my feet when standing for a period of time.)
The challenge with any movement is to keep your mind quiet and focused. This week become aware of the bottoms of your feet.
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Costa Rica is often a beach getaway for many visitors who come for the surf, sun, and relaxation in towns such as Jaco and Tamarindo. However, another side to Costa Rica involves volcanoes, hot springs, and breathtaking waterfalls. I myself love that version more!
One of the best places to visit so you can experience this is La Fortuna – located below Arenal Volcano, only a few hours north of San Jose in Central Costa Rica.
La Fortuna is a small, calm town that offers some great places to eat, lively bars, and lots of souvenir shopping. However, the main draw to La Fortuna is the surrounding landscape and the many incredible things to do and see.
In fact, I loved La Fortuna so much that I moved there at the start of 2022 and spent lots of time exploring the surrounding area. I discovered that La Fortuna is an adventure-lovers paradise and a great place to see wildlife.
To help plan your upcoming trip, here’s everything I learned in this guide to visiting La Fortuna including the 30 best things to do in La Fortuna!
About La Fortuna, Costa Rica
La Fortuna is a small town in the central valley of Costa Rica known for its lush rainforests and milder climate. The town is the gateway to Arenal Volcano National Park, and from every angle in town, you can see the volcano towering above (of course, there are often a few clouds in the way.)
Arenal Volcano is an active volcano that last erupted in 2010. Before then, Arenal was Costa Rica’s most active volcano, which began with a major eruption in 1968. Because of this, it’s illegal to climb to the top of the Arenal Volcano. With that said, many still complete the 10 to 11-hour hike.
La Fortuna’s weather can be unpredictable, and oftentimes, the volcano is completely covered in clouds. The worst months to visit La Fortuna are from May to November, which is known as the rainy season. The weather begins to get better in December, and by January, you get more clear days. If you’re visiting Costa Rica and Arenal is going to be your highlight, choosing to visit in February is best.
Of course, Arenal Volcano is only a fraction of why people love La Fortuna. Any time of the year you can spot a huge variety of wildlife – sometimes even right in town! On top of that, La Fortuna is home to caves, waterfalls, beautiful hotels, hot springs, and more. It’s a destination for adventure.
Things to do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
1. Visit the Mistico Hanging Bridges
If you want to get out of town and amongst the treetops, I highly suggest visiting the Mistico Hanging Bridges while in La Fortuna. The hanging bridges are located on a large property that a local family privately protects. Although not a national park, you’ll find just as much wildlife here as you would in places such as Manuel Antonio.
In the park, there are 14 bridges that you can visit, with 6 of them being hanging bridges. The trail through the forest is 3.2 kilometers/2 miles long, and although the 6 hanging bridges are the main attraction, there’s lots more to see. I loved the two viewpoints of Arenal Volcano. My favorite spot was behind the restrooms at the ticket office!
Tours at Mistico Hanging Bridges can be done self-guided or on a tour. On a self-guided tour, the entrance to the Mistico Hanging Bridges is $26 USD for adults, $16 for teens, and kids under 10 go free! You are then free to explore at your own pace, and 2 hours is more than enough time.
If you want to do a guided tour, I highly suggest this specific tour with Mistico. They know the property well and know exactly where to find wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, snakes, and more. It’s a 2.5 hour guided walk that includes transport from La Fortuna, your entrance ticket, and an expert guide for only $45 USD.
2. Visit La Fortuna Waterfall
It should come as no surprise that La Fortuna Waterfall is one of the top attractions in La Fortuna. This stunning 230 foot (70 meter) waterfall shoots out from a tall cliff into a powerful pool below that’s surrounded by lush forest. Visiting is nothing short of breathtaking.
Visiting La Fortuna Waterfall is easily done without a tour. You can get a taxi or drive yourself from La Fortuna town to this parking lot, where you’ll pay the entrance fee and begin hiking. The trail is well maintained and leads down to the waterfall via lots of steps. It only takes 15 minutes to get down but a little longer on the way up – it’s 500 steps!
Once at the bottom, you can get some great pictures and swim in the pool below the waterfall, or visit the calmer pools downriver for a more relaxing swim. The water is cold but super refreshing, and the entire area is gorgeous.
We spent around 1 hour at the waterfall before “enjoying” the 30-minute walk back up. This walk takes some people much longer, so be prepared and take your time. Keep an eye out for wildlife too. We saw lots of toucans during our visit.
Entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall is $18 USD, and you can purchase them at the gate or here online in advance and skip the line (it’s the same price.)
If you don’t have transport or would prefer a guide, I recommend joining this guided tour. For $65 USD, you’ll get a guide, transport, entrance to the waterfall, lunch, snacks, and get to visit El Salto – a beautiful swimming spot mentioned further down this list. It’s one of the best value tours in La Fortuna.
3. Explore Arenal Volcano National Park
Arenal Volcano is obviously one of the best things to do in La Fortuna. Exploring the park is an adventure that takes you to the volcano’s base and slightly up its steep face. Along the way, you can enjoy the magnificent views and even see where the lava from the last major eruption oozed down the side of the volcano.
Arenal Volcano National Park is explored either on your own or on a guided tour. Without a tour, entry to the park is $15 USD for adults and $5 for children. Once in the park, you can wander the many different hiking trails, ranging in length. Be sure to get to the park when they open at 8 am so you have plenty of time to explore (they close at 4 pm.)
I personally visited Arenal Volcano National Park on a tour simply because I love having a guide to learn all about the volcano.
If you just want to explore Arenal as I did, this specific tour is a great option. It includes all your fees, water, transport, and a great guide. You’ll learn a ton about the park and volcano!
With that said, those short on time should instead book a combination tour. This full-day tour visits not only Arenal but also La Fortuna Waterfall, a butterfly garden, Maleku Indian village, and the free hot spring river. It hits many of La Fortuna’s highlights in one tour and is top-rated.
4. Venado caves
One of the more unique things to do in La Fortuna is caving through the Venado Caves. This fun, and somewhat scary experience, takes you underground to explore the cave with an expert guide.
The tour involves entering a larger cavern before exploring smaller caverns, and at some points, you’ll squeeze through holes barely big enough to fit through. Along the way, you’ll see underground waterfalls, some creepy but harmless insects, bats, and even a Stalagmite that’s over 6 million years old!
Some of the sections are a little daunting, but our guide was so good at leading our group, and we felt safe the entire time. Even better, some of the tightest areas can be skipped by individuals.
All up, you spend around 45 minutes in the cave and come out with a ton of knowledge and lots of smiles – we had such a great time! The tour we did was fantastic, and I highly recommend it to those who want to challenge themselves and see a side to La Fortuna almost none do!
5. Rio Celeste
Rio Celeste is famous for its bright blue color. This natural phenomenon is caused by the mixing of two rivers that literally turns the water Gatorade blue – I’m not joking!
This happens because acidic and neutral waters combine, and they create enough particle concentration to reflect light. It’s similar to glacier lakes that reflect rock flour.
Rio Celeste is explored by hiking the Rio Celeste Trail, which is 3 kilometers/1.9 miles each way. Along the way, you’ll see these main attractions:
Attractions at Rio Celeste
The main highlight at Rio Celeste is Rio Celeste Waterfall. It’s arguably the most beautiful waterfall in Costa Rica and is located around a 30-minute walk from the entrance. You reach the waterfall via a stunning staircase that makes for some pretty spectacular photos.
Further along, you’ll see the Borbollones or Bubbling Hot Pot. This part of the river is really hot, and you’ll smell the sulfur before you see it!
Finally, you’ll end your hike at the Teñideros, which is where the two rivers meet. Here, you can literally see the water turn blue as the stream meet – it’s so cool! Teñideros is 3 kilometers from the entrance.
Tours/ Visiting on your own
You can choose to either do a tour to Rio Celeste from La Fortuna or visit on your own. Visiting on your own is easy. Just be sure to leave La Fortuna before 7 am so you can get to the park entrance before it gets really busy.
If you need to book a tour, this specific full-day tour to Rio Celeste is a top choice. It’s highly rated and includes lunch, transport, and an expert guide.
Parking at Rio Celeste costs 2,000 colones per vehicle, and the park entrance fee is $12 USD for adults. Rio Celeste is open from 8 am to 4 pm, and it’s best to visit early in the morning when it is less crowded. You need around 3 hours to hike the trail to the end and back again and enjoy the waterfall.
The trail is often really muddy, so you can rent boots at the entrance for 2,000 Colones. Also, you are not allowed to bring plastic into the park. It’s also important to note that after rain, the water can turn brown, so it’s best to visit when it hasn’t rained in a while.
6. Visit El Salto (Rope Swing)
After exploring La Fortuna for a few days, you’ll realize that almost everything costs money. So, do as the locals do and explore some of the free things to do in La Fortuna!
One of the best is El Salto or “the rope swing.” This beautiful river is so much more than a rope swing and, instead of a hidden paradise just off the main highway, complete with waterfalls, beautiful trees, deep swimming holes, and of course, a fun rope swing.
There are always lots of local kids at El Salto, and they know the swimming area well, so watch where they jump off and if you need help, just ask – they’ll tell you where is safe to jump!
You can easily walk to El Salto from town, and when I lived in La Fortuna, I did this at least once a week for a swim. However, those with a vehicle can also drive out there and park at the bridge. There are also parking attendants here, and they charge around 1,500 colones.
7. Relax in the Free Natural Hot Springs River
Another one of the best free things to do in La Fortuna is the free hot springs!
The Free Natural Hot Springs River (as it’s called) is a public river that runs through the Tabacon Hot Springs Resort – one of the most luxurious hot springs in La Fortuna. After it leaves the resort, visitors are free to enjoy the hot water without a charge.
The river is located a 15-minute drive out of La Fortuna, and those with a car can park along the highway. Unofficial parking inspectors charge you to park here and “protect your vehicle.” They usually try to charge 3,000 Colones but just tell them yesterday you paid 1,000 Colones. Of course, you are not legally required to pay them, but it’s less than $2 USD, and they do direct traffic and make it safe to pull out.
Once out of your car, they’ll point you down to the river just below the bridge. You can either head to the left or right of the bridge and sit back and enjoy the warm water. I prefer the left-hand side because you also get the sun, but on hot days, the right side of the bridge would be better.
This is by no means a luxury experience, but it’s pretty cool to see a hot river. If you plan ahead, do down at sunset with some candles and enjoy the hot springs as the sunsets – this is very popular!
8. Arenal Sky Tram
For incredible views of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal, take to the sky! The Sky Tram is an open-air gondola that takes you high above the rainforest. It’s located about a 30-minute drive from La Fortuna.
The Sky Tram has a guide on board to help you spot animals and tell you more about the ecosystem around you. At the top, there’s an observation deck with beautiful views of rolling hills, the south side of Arenal Volcano, and Lake Arenal. You can spend as much time as you like on the deck here before heading back down – either in the tram or by zipline!
The Sky Tram can be booked on its own for about $50 USD per person ($33 for children.) If you go this route, then you’ll simply ride the tram back down the way you came.
But if you want more adventure, take the ziplines down! There are 7 ziplines with a total length of 1.7 miles (2.7 kilometers) with a maximum height of 660 feet. This guided tour offers both the Sky Tram and the zipline course as well as a guide and transportation from La Fortuna. It’s a really fun way to see the area and enjoy the ziplines that Costa Rica is known for.
9. Whitewater rafting
Because of La Fortuna’s central location in the country, it’s not far from some great rivers that are perfect for whitewater rafting. There are a few different levels of rapids, so you can find a tour that’s great if it’s your first time paddling or if you’re an experienced rafter.
For those with experience who want a challenge, the thrilling Rio Sarapiquí has 30 Class III and IV rapids to try on this tour. The water is surrounded by lush tropical scenery – although you probably won’t be focused on that! The rapids here have names like the Terminator, the Pipeline, and Dos Locos, and you’ll get soaked as you navigate the river. The tour also includes transportation (it’s about a two-hour drive) and lunch.
If whitewater rafting sounds fun but intimidating, I suggest going with this specific tour on a gentler section of Rio Balsa. These rapids are Class II and III, so still a challenge but more suited to beginners. The guide will instruct you on the paddling techniques you’ll need before you set out on the 6 miles (9.6 km) trip. The tour includes a pitstop halfway through to have a snack and swim in the river. You’ll also have roundtrip transportation from La Fortuna and lunch included too.
Regardless of which tour you choose, white water rafting is one of the best things to do in La Fortuna, and few destinations offer rafting this good!
10. Stay at a beautiful hotel with a view of the volcano
Waking up to a view of the Arenal Volcano is an amazing way to start the day. It’s the centerpiece of La Fortuna, and what better way to see it than while relaxing in your room.
The Volcano Lodge is set at the foot of Arenal Volcano. It has hot springs and a lush, tropical garden on the property where you can see lots of beautiful birds, including hummingbirds! There are multiple outdoor swimming pools, all with a spectacular view of the volcano. Rooms here range from $300 to 400 USD per night.
Tifakara Boutique Hotel is located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park. The rooms feel almost like private villas in the jungle as you’re surrounded by flowering tropical plants and all different types of birds. The views of the volcano here are great, and you’ll feel completely emersed in the beauty of Costa Rica. Rooms here range from $200 to 300 USD per night.
Check out the Casa Torre Eco-Lodge for a more budget-friendly option. The property is just outside of La Fortuna. The lodge has an incredible view of the volcano, and the wildlife surrounding it includes toucans, howler monkeys, and sloths. You can get a private bungalow room for around $60 USD per night or a smaller room that has a shared bathroom for only $27 USD per night.
Of course, these are just a few of the spectacular hotels with volcano views in La Fortuna!
11. Go on a night walk
While La Fortuna is absolutely stunning during the day, it really comes alive at night! So, you have to do a night walk through the rainforest to see and appreciate all the critters that only come out after dark.
This Rainforest Night Walk and Dinner tour is the same tour I did in La Fortuna with Ecoterra. The tour includes a 90-minute hike, a visit to a frog sanctuary, and ends with a Costa Rican dinner prepared on a wood-burning stove. You’ll follow your guide along an easy trail as you look for bats, birds, frogs, snakes, and other animals in the rainforest.
The trail goes around the mirrored lakes to a frog sanctuary where you can spot the red-eyed tree frog and the tiny dart frog. We saw so much wildlife, including a huge green lizard and even a bullet ant, which is known to have the most painful sting of any insect on the planet. Luckily, our guide kept us safe!
The dinner was also so tasty and one of the best local meals I enjoyed in Costa Rica!
12. Visit a luxury hot spring
This is one of the best things to do in La Fortuna – especially if you want to relax! There are so many different hot springs to visit in La Fortuna; you could visit a different one every day for weeks! There are a variety of hot springs for all budgets, from luxurious resorts to family-friendly pools and even natural hot springs.
One of the most popular hot springs in La Fortuna is Tabacón Hot Springs. The pools here are surrounded by a gorgeous tropical garden. The water temperatures range from 72 F to 105 F (22 C to 40 C), and the main area has a swim-up bar and waterslide. I love the incredible view of the Arenal Volcano from the secluded pools in the lower section. If you’re staying at the resort, access to the hot springs is free, or if you aren’t a guest, you can purchase a day pass with dinner or lunch for $89 USD, or with both for $110.
For families, I recommend checking out Los Lagos Hot Springs. The passes here are reasonable at $16 USD and include admission to hot and cold pools and wildlife exhibits on-site. The large pools here are fed by crystalline rainforest springs and are surrounded by colorful plants and flowers. There are also fun waterslides, waterfalls, and a faux volcano.
The Baldi Hot Springs is one of the most luxurious and developed and visited hot springs in La Fortuna, not to mention the most lively one! Set amidst lush vegetation, this hot springs resort boasts 25 thermal water pools with temperatures ranging from 93°F to 152°F (doesn’t it sound dreamy?!). It also comes complete with a massive jacuzzi for up to 60 guests.
13. Take a walk along a sloth watching trail
Seeing sloths in the wild here in Costa Rica is honestly so cool. They are such unique animals, and the area around La Fortuna is a great place to see them.
Of course, you can see them in the wild just randomly in town, and while I lived in La Fortuna, this happened a lot! However, those on a short trip might not have such luck. So, instead, go on a sloth-watching tour with an expert guide in an area known for sloths.
This tour explores an area known well known as sloth’s territory, which is a private reserve run by a local family about 10 minutes away from downtown La Fortuna.
You’ll have the chance to see two and three-toed sloths (and if you’re lucky baby sloths!) as well as other animals like frogs, toucans, hummingbirds, and parrots. The hike ends with a break to enjoy fresh fruit from the organic farm here.
It’s a great chance to learn all about sloths and other animals. I found the tour very informative and left with an abundance of knowledge. Such as, did you know sloths come all the way down to the ground to use the bathroom once a week?!
14. Go horseback riding
A great way to explore the lush rainforest around La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano is by horseback. This is a fun activity that is suitable for beginners who may have never ridden a horse before. Kids over the age of four are also able to take part.
This Arenal Horseback Riding Tour takes you to the forest around Arenal Volcano and right up to Pino Blanco Waterfall and the famous La Fortuna Waterfall. You can take a swim at the base of the falls! It also includes a visit to the Maleku Indian Cultural Rescue Center to learn about Costa Rica’s Indigenous culture.
The tour includes roundtrip transportation and is only $76 USD for adults and $57 for children.
Remember to wear long pants and closed-toe shoes for the ride and bring a change of clothes if you want to go swimming.
Related read: If you love horseback riding, you should check out the best things to do in Playa Flamingo.
15. ATV tour
For a faster-paced adventure in La Fortuna, jump on an ATV to get up close to Arenal Volcano. While you’ve seen the volcano in the distance in La Fortuna, it’s worth getting closer to appreciate this landmark.
The Arenal ATV Tour takes you to a private farm right next to Arenal Volcano National Park. After instructions from your guide, you’ll head out on the off-road trails. You’ll see old impact craters from Arenal Volcano’s eruption in 1968 and find a river with volcanic mud. The mud is known for its natural exfoliating benefits, and you’re welcome to try it while you’re here.
This is certainly one of the most enjoyable things to do in La Fortuna but be prepared to get muddy – especially if you do the tour in the wet season. There are also lots of chances to see monkeys and even sloths. In fact, the guides know the trees they love to hang out in, so fingers crossed!
16. Arenal Observatory and Trails
Spend an afternoon exploring a private nature preserve bordering Arenal Volcano and inside the Arenal Volcano National Park, only 30 minutes from La Fortuna. The 870-acre property is the home to the Arenal Observatory Lodge – a scientific research station turned hotel – but you don’t have to be a guest here to enjoy it. The trails here offer some spectacular scenery and great opportunities to see wildlife on relatively easy walking paths.
Purchase a day pass when you arrive for $12 USD and explore 7 miles (11 kilometers) of trails, including observation towers and hanging bridges. You can see all of the trails over an afternoon or just pick a few. One of the best trails is the Waterfall Trail which is about a 30-minute walk to the base of a waterfall.
You also have to climb “The Nest” observation tower. Up almost 100 feet in the air, it offers 360° panoramic views of the rainforest, Arenal Volcano, and the Tilarán Mountain Range.
If you want a guide and a few extra perks, this tour includes transportation and a professional guide to help you spot wildlife and learn about the area. You’ll still get to explore the rainforest trails, but you’ll also have the chance to soak in a natural hot springs pool and get a volcanic mud facial and cocktail afterward.
17. Visit Lake Arenal
Lake Arenal is at the base of the Arenal Volcano, and this lake is the largest in Costa Rica! The lake provides hydroelectric power generation for the country and is a popular lake for all kinds of water activities. You’ll want to get out on this lake while you’re here!
For a relaxing evening on the water, this sunset cruise lets you drift on Lake Arenal and soak in the magnificent views. It includes snacks and Costa Rican moonshine to sip as the sky changes colors in the evening. Please note, this tour does not include transport.
Feel like you’re walking on water by taking a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) tour to the middle of Lake Arenal. With the volcano beside you, gently glide across the water and enjoy the view. The tour includes a lesson on the shore if you’ve never been paddle boarding before and then a boat ride to the middle of the lake where you’ll get on your board. The best part is, transport from La Fortuna is included.
Kayaking is also really popular on Lake Arenal, and this specific tour includes all you need for a 2.5-hour paddle on the lake. You’ll kayak on the calm waters with the volcano on one side of you and the rainforest on the other. This is a great way to spot birds including Great Blue Herons and Kingfishers, and you’ll probably hear Howler monkeys too.
18. Drink craft beer at Lake Arenal Hotel and Brewery
Whenever I’m traveling, I love trying the local craft beer of the region. It’s one of my favorite ways to get a taste of the local culture while enjoying a relaxing evening.
The Lake Arenal Hotel and Brewery is the perfect spot for this and a great day trip about 1.5 hours from La Fortuna. I recommend staying the night so you can enjoy a few drinks and explore the property and not have to drive back that day. The hotel only has 21 rooms overlooking the jungle and Lake Arenal, so it has a nice, private feel. You’ll be able to get a room here for under $75 USD.
The Lake Arenal Hotel and Brewery is on a 15-acre organic farm with a focus on green energy. All the craft beer here is made with pure spring water and brewed with 100% solar electricity and bio-diesel. It’s the first eco-brewery in the country!
Try the Paradise Pale Ale with a distinct hoppy flavor from Nelson, Centennial and Cascade hops. There’s Costa Rica’s first fruit beer, the Piña Blonde, made with organic pineapples that is always on tap. Or another favorite is the Chili Birra, a blonde ale with a spicy kick from campana chilis grown on the farm.
19. Visit the butterfly conservatory
Spread your wings and visit the small town of El Castillo, which is home to the largest butterfly conservatory in Costa Rica. It’s about 30 minutes from La Fortuna and is a great destination on a rainy day.
Take the Metamorphosis Tour for $17 USD per person and learn about butterflies while being surrounded by them in the large atrium habitats. Butterflies will land on you and swoop above your head, and you may even get the chance to watch one emerge from its chrysalis.
Bring closed-toe shoes so you can explore the trails around here and other exhibits, including the exotic frog habitat, plant gardens, and greenhouses.
The conservatory is open every day from 10 am to 4 pm.
20. Explore on a canyoning tour
Take a canyoning and waterfall rappelling tour for an adventurous day-trip in the shadow of Arenal Volcano. You’ll start the day riding a 4×4 into the forest and then gear up for the trek on this natural playground. Keep an eye out for animals, including sloths, monkeys, and toucans.
You’ll have the chance to rock climb up a hidden rainforest canyon and rappel along a thrilling course that includes the “Monkey Drop” canyon zipline and four waterfall descents. Be prepared to get wet and conquer a fear of heights if you have one!
After canyoning, change into dry clothes at the ranch house and eat lunch with homemade tortillas, salsa, fresh tropical juice, and coffee.
The tour includes roundtrip transportation and is $110 USD per person.
21. Go ziplining
Ziplining is one of the best activities in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. It’s thrilling to fly high above the rainforest and take in views from a totally unique perspective and La Fortuna is one of the best places to go ziplining in Costa Rica (my other favorite is Monteverde!)
There are not many places in the world where you can zipline right over a waterfall, but this is one of them! This zipline tour is one of the best and has you ziplining over La Fortuna Waterfall, an experience not offered by other tours. On top of that, you’ll also get spectacular views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato.
There are 12 different ziplines on this tour, and be prepared for a bit of a hike to get to the first zipline and in-between each one as well. The tour also includes a trip to the Maleku Cultural Resource Center once you’re finished and roundtrip transportation from La Fortuna.
Related Read: Heading to Monteverde? Read about the best restaurants in Monteverde before you go!
One of the best spots for birdwatching in La Fortuna is at the Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. This protected reserve is a biological corridor for birds as they move between the different mountain ranges in the area. More than 450 species of birds have been spotted here!
You can explore the park on your own as there’s a 2-mile trail (3.2 km), including six hanging bridges. Reservations are required if you want to come here on your own. Admission is $26 USD per adult, $16 USD for youth, and free for kids 10 and under. Also, closed-toe shoes are mandatory!
If you want a birdwatching guide, this specific tour includes a professional guide, park entrance fee, and hotel transportation, all for only $49 USD for adults and $39 for children (select the second option.) The tour is early at 6 am as that’s the best time to see birds here. Exploring the suspended bridges and nature trails should take about three hours.
23. Hike to Hule Lagoon
Hule Lagoon is a beautiful lagoon at the base of the Cerro Congo Volcano. This area is well known for great hiking trails, with the main trail stretching 4 miles (6.5 kilometers). This is one of the best hikes in La Fortuna!
You’ll want to plan for an entire day for this from La Fortuna. Your best bet is to book a full-day tour with a guide to take you there. It’s about a 1.5-hour drive and then a 3-4 hour hike once you arrive.
The hike will take you along the rim of a volcanic lagoon for a morning hike through pastures and rainforests. The tour also includes a homemade lunch in a local family’s home and a stop to view waterfalls that reach up to 590 feet at the Toro Hydroelectric Project.
Overall it’s a pretty intense hike so come prepared and only book this tour if you consider yourself a hiker.
24. Learn all about coffee and chocolate on a tour
You can’t come to Costa Rica and not taste some of the coffee and chocolate this country is known for!
This coffee and chocolate tour is on a family farm owned by Don Juan where you’ll see coffee and cacao crops and get to taste the finished product. The Don Juan facility is located only five minutes from the center of La Fortuna. You’ll taste farm-fresh coffee and chocolate right where they are made.
These two products are very important exports for Costa Rica, and it’s really neat to see the entire process unfold before your eyes. You may even get the chance to grind cacao beans to make your own chocolate bar!
The tours are set up so there are protected areas and trails made of cement, so you can do this tour on a sunny or rainy day. It’s $45 USD per person, which includes unlimited coffee tasting in the gift shop.
If you’re not a coffee drinker, you can also do just a chocolate tour instead. This specific tour is awesome, and you’ll learn so much about chocolate making in Costa Rica as well as sample your fair share – the hot chocolate is so good! The tour is also much cheaper at $30 USD.
25. Listen to live music at the Lava Lounge
Right in the heart of La Fortuna is a great spot for live music. While you’re here, go to the Lava Lounge on a Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday night. It has a relaxed, reggae vibe, and the live music here is the main draw.
You can also grab something to eat or drink with a variety of pizza, pasta, wraps and salad or cocktails, and craft beer, all served in an open-air dining atmosphere. Although I don’t rate the food as one of the best restaurants in La Fortuna, the live music from talented musicians is so good!
I often spent my weekends here while I lived in La Fortuna! It definitely has a fun party vibe, especially on the weekends!
26. Learn to cook on a cooking class
The food in Costa Rica is amazing! There are a few restaurants I wish could have fit in my bag on the plane ride home! Luckily, the next best thing is learning how to cook the dishes for yourself.
This three-course meal cooking class is the best you can book in La Fortuna and pairs you with Chef Scott Alan and other local chefs for an entire afternoon. You’ll learn how to make a variety of dishes, including appetizers, mains, and desserts. And the best part is that you’ll get to eat what you create!
Sample dishes include ceviche, mint mojitos, grilled pork loin with tropical chutney, and coconut flan with a caramel sauce. The tour has it all!
The class is good for beginners as well as experienced cooks. You’ll also enjoy a view of the Arenal Volcano from the kitchen, and toucans are always spotted here, so bring your camera.
Related Read: Love food? Check out the absolute BEST restaurants in La Fortuna.
27. Hike Chato Volcano
Hiking Arenal Volcano is illegal, so I will not be mentioning it in this blog. However, a completely legal hike you can enjoy in La Fortuna is up Chato Volcano. This moderate to difficult trail (depending on the weather) leads to the gorgeous emerald green crater lake of Chato Volcano, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim.
There are two ways to hike Chato Volcano, depending on how much adventure you’re after. The most convenient way for those without a car is to hike from the Green Lagoon Lodge near the La Fortuna Waterfall entrance.
This trail is no longer maintained, and while I lived in La Fortuna, it was the “local’s” way to the top. If you go this way, be aware the trail is completely washed out and hard to navigate (although I found it fun!) The lodge charges $10 USD, and that gets you access to the pool, showers, and to park your vehicle on their property.
The other way to the top is from Arenal Observatory Lodge. This is much further from La Fortuna, but the trail is a little better. However, the lodge charges $12 USD to enter the trail, and they only own half of it.
All up it takes around 3 to 4 hours to hike up and back down but be sure to leave before 10 am in case it takes you longer. You do not want to get stuck on this trail in the dark! Also, if it is raining, do not attempt the trail!
28. Safari float
See the rainforest from a new perspective as you float along the Peñas Blancas river in a large raft. This safari float tour is a great way to get up close to wildlife. Typically, you’ll see monkeys, sloths, iguanas, crocodiles, and lots of birds!
Because it is a peaceful trip down the river, you can also bring a camera to grab some pictures.
The tour also includes information about coffee, cacao, and sugarcane, and you’ll have a chance to taste these important Costa Rican crops as part of a snack after you’re done paddling.
29. Party at Selina Hostel
While you can stay at Selina, you don’t have to be a guest to come party here! This hostel has a large outdoor area with a bar and live music on most weekends. You can order a cocktail or a beer, sit by the bonfire, or dance to live folkloric music under the stars.
What’s great about hostels like this is you’ll meet other travelers from around the world. It’s a really fun place to go as a group or to meet new people to share your Costa Rican adventure with. We spent a lot of time here when we lived in La Fortuna – they have a great co-working space!
If you do decide to spend a night at Selina, book a teepee! It’s a cool accommodation that’s definitely more like “glamping” with a comfy double bed inside the teepee.
30. Shop for souvenirs
Taking a little piece of La Fortuna home with you is a great way to remember your time here. There are all sorts of traditional souvenir shops full of trinkets and the usual postcards, magnets, and t-shirts. But if you’re looking for something a bit more unique, La Fortuna has that too, with specialized craft shops and art galleries in town or just outside of it.
Stop by the well-known shop Souvenir Leo just outside La Fortuna. It’s owned by Costa Rican couple Leo and Marisol, who sell handmade items, including wood carvings and jewelry using natural materials like coconut, wood, seeds, and gourds. There’s also a beautiful garden full of orchids and a few parrots who live in the yard that you can take photos with.
Coco Loco Art Studio and Gallery is a fair-trade gallery with original artwork from local artists. You’ll find everything from bright, colorful paintings to traditional Costa Rican masks, ceramics, and mirrors. The owner here, Ruth, also has her personal art studio here, so you may even see the creativity in action!
Where to Stay in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Because La Fortuna is such a big tourist town, there are a ton of amazing places to stay. I mentioned Selina above, which is a great budget option. However, La Fortuna Natural Green is another budget option suited to those who prefer to avoid hostels. They offer small chalets a short walk or drive from town.
Those with a medium budget should check out Casa Luna Hotel & Spa. I stayed here on my first visit to La Fortuna and loved it. The property is beautiful, with a large pool and four hot tubs surrounded by nature. They also include a delicious breakfast. Casa Luna is located a short drive from town.
Those on a luxury budget should check out the volcano view hotels I mentioned in item number 10 above. However, if they aren’t luxurious enough, check out The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal. This is arguably the most luxurious hotel in La Fortuna and comes with fantastic views, luxury rooms, a resort-style pool, a fitness center, a swim-up bar, hot tubs, and a spa and wellness center.
For more in-depth info on the areas to stay in La Fortuna, check out our blog on where to stay in La Fortuna!
La Fortuna certainly made its way into the top tourist destinations in Costa Rica for a reason. Although I love the beaches in Costa Rica, coming to explore the mountains and volcanoes is a highlight not to be missed.
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How to Set and Reach Social Media Goals for Your Business
There’s no doubt social media marketing is working for businesses of all types. But still, a lot of brands feel that determining the true ROI of a social media campaign is not easy. And that has led them to shed social media marketing altogether.
However, the fact of the matter is, social media marketing is like any other type of digital marketing, where it is very much possible to measure the ROI. However, it may prove to be challenging for some, especially to those businesses that do not have access to the right resources.
According to an eConsultancy survey, 41% of businesses said that did not know how social media was helping them get favorable returns.
So why is it so difficult for brands to measure the financial impact social media has on their business growth?
The answer is lack of proper goal-setting. When you create a social media strategy, you want to have utmost clarity as to how you will achieve results. But without the right type of goals, you would not have any proper direction, making your overall social media presence weak.
Studies show that social media marketing spending in the United States alone is expected to increase from $7.52 billion in 2014 to $17.34 billion in the year 2019. However, all this spending can only give great returns in the long run when businesses know exactly what goals to aim for.
In order to make your social media marketing journey smoother, your business needs to…
- Set strategic goals that are easy to measure at every step
- Have a strong commitment towards creating quality social media content.
Leveraging social media is not rocket science. It definitely works, as long as it goes hand in hand with your current business growth strategies. Which is why successful social media marketing requires you to equally focus on…
- An understanding of your target audience
- The creative aspect of posting content
- Having a strong attention to detail
- The right level of data crunching
- Long term vision of your business
In order to make social media work consistently and ensure that you are clear in all the above areas, you need to create strong social media goals for your business.
Step #1: Know Your Main Objective
Your social media objective is tied in with your social media goals, but it’s not the same as them. Your main objective gives direction to your social media marketing and clarity on what to achieve. It comes much before your goals.
It doesn’t matter what kind of business you are running, knowing your objective definitely pays. Whether it is to improve your revenue numbers with the help of social media or get more free website traffic, you need be clear on what to focus on and identify the steps that will lead you to attaining your objective.
When you have firmly established your core objective, you will use your social media goals as a roadmap to achieving them. While your objective is broad, your social media goals deal with the specifics. They are about those small details that ultimately lead to success.
The bottom line is, you have to determine your objective at any cost or else your goal setting will be out of place. You want your goals to be strong and achievable, but ultimately they have to stand on a firm foundation, which is your main business objective.
Step #2: Set SMART Social Media Goals
Achieving your social media goals becomes easier when you follow a proven framework. While there are many goal-setting techniques out there, one that stands out from the rest is the SMART goal-setting method. Using which you can create goals that are not only worthy, but also practical.
Goals that follow the SMART framework are…
- Specific: The more clear and defined your goal is, the better.
- Measurable: You should be able to track and measure your goal.
- Achievable: Is your goal really achievable? Or too far fetched?
- Realistic: Your goal needs to be practical and realistic in terms of the resources you have.
- Time Sensitive: Whether long-term or short-term, your goal has to have a clear time frame.
Your social media goals can be of any size or scope, you should first take a bird’s view of them. Instead of asking yourself what you’d like to achieve this week, try to envision what your business wants to accomplish in a year. Also, it’s always a good idea to ensure your social media goals are in sync with your company’s mission statement.
Here are a few examples of social media goals that are broad enough:
- Achieve a higher social media ROI
- Boost brand awareness and visibility
- Build and strengthen with prospects/customers
- Increase store walk-ins and in-person sales numbers
While it’s a noble idea to customize your goals for each social network you are in, it can prove to be daunting in the long run. So it’s recommended that you start off with one main goal and pursue other more customized goals as you move forward and grow.
Step #3: Conduct a Social Media Audit
One of the most important tasks you need to take care of, even before setting your social media goals, is to establish your baseline targets. Or else your social media marketing will prove to be weak and ineffective. By conducting a proper social media audit, you will not only establish these baseline targets, but also ensure that each goal you set is laser-targeted.
So what exactly do we mean by a social media audit?
According to HubSpot, “A social media audit is a regular examination of social channels that represent your brand — including both your business’ owned profiles and imposter accounts ”
You may already be putting enough effort into social media marketing, but is it as effective as it should be? Conducting a social media audit allows you to assess how well you’re doing in terms of financial returns.
Without doing a proper audit, you wouldn’t know what area to focus on. Instead of wasting your precious hours trying to fix something that’s not broken, it lets you improve things that actually require improvement. In short, you get a better view of your current situation and what all you can do improve your social media marketing campaign.
Take the following steps to conduct a social media audit that’s worth it..
- List out every single social media network you are currently using.
- Update any information that needs to be changed on all your social accounts.
- Review all your images to ensure they are relevant and updated.
- Make sure your branding is consistent across all social media platforms.
- Claim your vanity URLs if you haven’t already.
- Take a deeper look into your followers’ demographics.
- Analyze your overall posting activity and see where it’s lacking.
- Check if your engagement rates are consistent with your efforts.
- Study every successful piece of content that has garnered high number of shares, likes, etc.
- Track your competitors and conduct a thorough audit.
Step #4: Set Your Social Media OKRs
OKR, which is an abbreviation of “Objectives and Key Results”, add depth to your goals. The main objective we talked about in step one is different than OKRs.
OKRs happen to be individual objectives with the focus being on key results. So while the step one was all about setting things on a macro level, OKRs are about the micro.
The reason why you need OKRs is because in order to achieve the big picture and make sure things go well, it’s necessary to get the smaller details right. So in a way, you’ll be chopping down your macro goals.
Your main objective seems difficult to achieve when you look it as one big thing. However, when you break it down in a detailed way, you’ll find that it’s easy to achieve both macro and micro social media goals.
Whether you have a big team or a small team, you can actually have OKRs in order to determine what micro goal will be assigned to each member.
With every team member having their own OKRs to work on, they’ll be contributing to achieving your main objective. Making the whole process of social media goal setting and achieving a collective effort.
By updating your progress consistently, week after week, month after month, you and your team will know exactly where you’re going. This clarity is paramount to your success. By having all organized in one central place, assessing your social media marketing performance becomes a breeze.
Applying the OKRs method to your social media goals not only brings you get closer to where you want to be, but it also motivates your team by showing them their actual progress.
However, you do need to constantly monitor your OKRs. Try to review them not only on a monthly basis, but also weekly.
In fact, it’s even better if you can review them along with your colleagues every morning before starting work. The more you focus on your OKRs and keep track of them, the better it collective results you will see as a team.
Step #5: Measure the Right Metrics
Measuring the right metrics is key to accomplishing your social media goals because you’ll know what is causing your progress, or what factors are hindering it.
It’s often said that social media is all about “vanity metrics” that don’t matter. But that’s not completely true. When you closely analyze metrics such as comments, likes, shares, followers, etc, you know if you are moving forward or not. And if your audience is connecting to your social media activity.
In short, your social media metrics can easily help you understand how your efforts are faring against your competition. If they are doing better, these metrics will be better. And vice versa.
They are also a good yardstick to measure the effectiveness of your content. Because if your social media content is great, it will definitely resonate with your target audience. They’ll show their support by sharing it and liking it. Which will eventually take your social media marketing to the next level.
However, you need to connect these metrics to your main business goals, without ignoring the latest social media trends. Or else they can easily be dismissed off as vanity metrics. You need to track all those metrics that can help you understand and demonstrate how social media is improving your business results.
Step #6: Build a Social Media Content Strategy
In order to meet your social media goals, it’s important that you impress your Instagram followers or Facebook fans. How?
You need to give them what they want in terms of content. If your content isn’t helpful or useful to them, then you wouldn’t get the kind of traction you want.
Your aim is to get more and more people to not only read your content but also spread it across their social media circle. You want to make your mark on the platforms of your choice. And that’s only possible when your content resonates with the interests of your target audience.
The previous steps that we discussed should give you enough direction to set the stage for great content. Your social media content strategy should never be created blindly. No, it has to be clear and focused on helping you achieve your business goals in the long run.
For example, if you are an online store selling ladies clothes, you could have your staff wear your clothes and pose as models. Posting these photos to your Instagram or Facebook will then add an air of authenticity to your content. And at the same time keep your audience updated about the latest trends.
Keep the following in mind in order to improve your social media content strategy…
- Think out of the box and see what you can do to make your content more helpful. If you have any ideas, bounce them around with your team members and brainstorm something better.
- Leverage the power of a content calendar to make your postings more organized and consistent. Because consistency is something that will make your content stand out from the rest. Also, don’t fall into the trap of posting just for the sake of having something published in your account. If your posts are irrelevant or of low quality, it will show and your followers will be able to tell that you are not putting any effort in posting. This is where content calendar becomes valuable. It allows you to have a bigger picture whether your posts are aligned with your social media goals.
- Don’t forget the purpose of having a social media content strategy in the first place. It is to get more people to take action. Whether it is by visiting your site and signing up for your newsletter or buying your product/service. So include a strong yet relevant call to action to each post you make.
- Overdeliver when it comes to value. Your content strategy should be designed to help your prospects and customers get the most out of what you are sharing. Because that’s the only way they will help you reach your social media goals.
4 Social Media Goals Your Business Should Set
When it comes to making your social media marketing initiative successful, you need to work with business goals that can actually contribute to your growth.
In other words, your social media efforts should pay off by having a direct and real impact on the how your business grows. And you should also be able to measure this effect.
Let’s discuss four social media goals and how they tie back to your business. Each of the goal that we discuss below can be achieved with the help of social media marketing, given that you execute right.
Goal #1: Increase Brand Awareness
No matter what industry you are operating in, you will find that building brand awareness, gaining more recognition and increasing your influence pays off big time. It not only helps you increase your business, but also makes it easy for your existing customers to trust you.
Social media in today’s times plays a big role in building a brand identity. Because it ties with the lives of real people, who may be your prospects or your customers.
Your business has to stay relevant if it wants to survive and beat the competition. Your target audience needs to know that you exist. If they aren’t aware of your brand and what its values are, then you may be working too hard for minimal returns.
When your prospects and customers come across your brand on social media and interact with your content, they will find you more reliable. They will see you as an authority. Which will push them to recommend your products/services to their friends. They may do this by simply liking your content on Facebook or directly tagging their friends on Instagram.
The bottom line is, social media is a powerful tool when it comes to spreading more awareness of your brand. So make sure it’s one of your social media goals.
Goal #2: Grow Website Traffic
Traffic is the lifeblood of any business website. Without the right kind of targeted traffic to your website or blog, you simply won’t get the needed leverage. Your products/services need exposure, and that can only happen when you have a consist flow of visitors. Or else selling online can become very difficult.
Driving more traffic to your website should not be your sole goal, as converting the traffic is also important. But it cannot be denied that you have to put in considerable amount of effort to get consistent traffic. No matter how well designed your website is and how well your copy is written, how do you expect to convert when your message isn’t even reaching your target audience?
Besides SEO traffic, the traffic you generated through social media is highly valuable. Why? Because it usually comes after someone recommends your content.
This means, people visiting your website have a direct relationship with the person who asked them to visit your site. It can deliver powerful results in the long run if you truly understand the power of tapping into social media audiences.
Remember, most of the Internet is hanging out in the social media world. And that includes your target audience. So if you really take a careful approach to connect to them, they will not only visit your site but also get others like them to visit. Which can directly influence your sales via social media and improve your business.
Goal #3: Build Website Visitor Loyalty
If you’re running a business website, then you should aim for visitor loyalty. Why? Because when people spend more time on your website, it shows that they trust your content and your approach. This makes it easy for them to take a buying decision.
So yes, loyal website visitors are more likely to turn into customers. Now, a lot of times businesses are happy with short-term gains. In other words, they’re okay if someone visits their website once. However, your goal should be to make your website sticky. Not only in terms of getting people to stay, but also having them visit back.
Social media is a great tool to help you build website visitor loyalty. People that keep seeing your content on their social media account, and visit your site are happy and loyal. You want more such visitors.
Last but not the least, do keep in mind that building website visitor loyalty does not happen overnight. It takes time. But so does building an Instagram following or a strong Facebook fanbase.
So be patient in your approach but do not ignore this one social media goal. Because it can make a world of a difference to your overall social media marketing.
Goal #4: Boost Conversion Rates
Website conversions matter, because sales matter. If you’re running a business, your website is a tool to increase customers or clients. Social media can help you use this tool better by helping you build a direct relationship with your followers/prospects. Which automatically boosts the chances of them converting.
So yes, there is an obvious relationship between your social activity and the sales you generate, if you understand it. Social media traffic is like any other website traffic, but what makes it different is that it may be directly influenced by your brand image. And your connection with your followers.
It’s important to track your social media traffic and how it’s converting with the help of Google Analytics and other similar tools. The more you know how social media is driving conversions for you, the more improvement you can make to your social media strategy. Higher conversions with social media are possible, only if you make measurement an important focus.
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THE ELEUTHERNA ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM AS A POWER FOR DEVELOPMENT
The archaeological site of Eleutherna is a blessed place in the heart of Crete. Southwest of Eleutherna, a few kilometres away, is the Arkadi Monastery, and some 5 km to the east is the Venetian village of Margarites, with a long tradition in pottery manufacture and impressive remains of traditional pottery workshops. Because Eleutherna is located almost halfway between Chania and Herakleion, the island’s two principal cities with airports and harbours, visitors can easily plan a day or half-day excursion to a place of natural beauty and great archaeological interest, a place that is magical and unspoilt, away from the bustle of the cities and the island’s over-developed north coast.
At the same time, those residing between Rethymnon and Panormos can combine Eleutherna with other destinations, such as Arkadi, this unique monastery of freedom, and the Venetian potters’ village of Margarites, in the morning or afternoon, without sacrificing their swim or evening outing, since Eleutherna is only a breath away from the region’s large hotels
(approx. 10 km).
Professor Stampolidis believes that, if properly exploited, the museum can boost the development of Rethymnon and Crete in general: “Like Herakleion which has its museum and Knossos, Rethymnon now has its own museum and Eleutherna.
This museum will provide education for future generations. It is for our children and grandchildren, but also for our visitors, an endless source of learning, life, and culture. Naturally, excavations at Eleutherna will continue, since excavations are the oxygen for archaeological research and a school for students, including those from the University of Crete and others from Greek and foreign universities. The museum will host conferences and serve a form of ‘conference tourism’, which is a major tool in Crete’s economic development. As long as it is done without excess or mistakes, and as long as the area remains protected, clean, and with a sense of proportion.” | <urn:uuid:a3478bd8-b803-4706-916c-212cb35fda5c> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://en.mae.com.gr/the-museum-as-a-power-for-development.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560283301.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095123-00512-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.941053 | 467 | 2.34375 | 2 |
To evaluate the effect of previous AIDS education on AIDS knowledge and sex behaviour among Danish adolescents, a survey was carried out in April-May 1988 amongst 15-16 year-old school children of 9th grade elementary school. Through a cluster-sampling procedure, 45 school classes in nine geographical areas around the country were selected representing various degrees of urbanisation. A questionnaire was handed out and collected by the local school physician during a class session. The 728 pupils responding corresponded to a response rate of 89% of the pupils enlisted and 99% of the pupils present. The results demonstrate that AIDS education has been widely introduced in Danish schools and is well accepted. However, school health services have only rarely been involved. The educational activities seem to have a positive effect on knowledge about HIV-transmission and AIDS, attitudes towards the use of condoms and actual sexual behaviour, although risk-behaviour is still prevalent. The respondents express positive attitudes towards more AIDS education--especially among those with very little or no previous educational experiences.
This paper describes the portrayal of HIV/AIDS in 14 mass print newspapers directed towards the Canadian Aboriginal population and published between 1996 and 2000. Based on qualitative content analysis the research examines both manifest and latent meanings. Manifest results of this study indicate that women and youth are under represented as persons with HIV/AIDS. The latent results note the frequent references to Aboriginal culture, and the political and economic position of Aboriginal Canadians when discussing the disease, the person with the disease, the fear of the disease and the reaction of the community to the person with the disease. Unlike mainstream media where the medical frame is dominant, HIV/AIDS are here contextualized by culture, identity, spirituality and political-economic issues.
The safety and efficacy of isoprinosine in HIV-infected individuals were assessed in a multicentre, randomized, double-blind, 24-week study phase, followed by an optional 24-week open treatment phase. The results of the double-blind phase have been reported separately. Of 866 HIV-seropositive individuals randomized, 832 were eligible for efficacy analysis. On completion of the double-blind phase, 596 patients started open treatment. All patients were evaluated with regard to progression to AIDS. Within 48 weeks, 10/412 patients (2.4%) assigned isoprinosine and 27/420 (6.4%) assigned placebo progressed to AIDS (p = 0.005; odds ratio: 2.8, 95% CI: 1.3-6.2). Intention-to-treat analysis showed identical results. No severe adverse reactions or toxicities were observed. We conclude that HIV-infected individuals without AIDS may be safely and effectively treated with isoprinosine.
We used interviews of 268 subjects to ascertain knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and practices related to AIDS among Montrealers of Haitian origin, from November 1987 through October 1988. The questions on knowledge included items on general knowledge about the disease (prevention of AIDS, treatment, nature and manifestations of the disease, screening and high-risk groups), and more specific questions about modes of HIV-1 transmission. The average correct answers to questions on general knowledge about AIDS was 81%. The questions on HIV-1 transmission concerned both modes of infection that are scientifically established, and other modes that are not scientifically recognized. The average correct answers to questions on scientifically recognized modes of infection was 94% and the average correct answers for modes of transmission that are not scientifically accepted was 74%. The attitudes and beliefs of Montrealers of Haitian origin toward persons with AIDS was only moderately favourable. Attitudes and beliefs toward condom promotion were very positive. The percentage of subjects reporting male homosexuality or injection drug use was extremely small. 23% of subjects who had experienced sexual intercourse reported that they had two or more partners during the 12 months preceding the survey.
Physicians' response to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is poorly understood and often attributed to fear of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection through occupational exposure. We surveyed 268 physicians from three geographic regions in North American with different specialties and responsibilities for HIV-positive patients. An important difference was found between the published risk and the physicians' perceived risk of infection after a single occupational exposure. Almost half of the respondents stated that they feared contracting AIDS more than other diseases. The physicians who perceived themselves to be at high physical risk were more likely than the others to report that AIDS had changed the way they interact with their patients (r = 0.26, p less than 0.001). No relation was found between the perception of physical risk and the number of HIV-infected patients (r = -0.07, p = 0.15). However, the perception of social risk showed a small inverse correlation (r = -0.15, p less than 0.02), in which the physicians with more HIV-infected patients reported less concern about negative social consequences. The physicians who perceived themselves to be at high personal risk were more likely than the others to report that surgeons have the right to refuse patients who do not wish to undergo HIV antibody testing (r = -0.16, p less than 0.01 for physical risk; r = -0.29, p less than 0.001 for social risk). Multiple regression analyses indicated that physicians' perception of physical risk was not related to age or sex but was modestly related to income source. The perception of social risk was related to sex and income source. Physicians' perception of personal risk is a crucial, yet often unacknowledged, component of the fight against AIDS. Our findings suggest that lack of attention to this issue is seriously compromising initiatives designed to facilitate physician participation in AIDS care.
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Alfalfa weevils can damage your alfalfa crop and reduce profitability. As a result, plan to scout your fields for early signs of alfalfa weevils. Kansas State research and extension dairy specialist Mike Brouk says researchers at K-State have developed an equation that calculates growing degree days for alfalfa weevils.
Listen to what Brouk has to say in the recent "Milk Lines" podcast “Alfalfa Weevil Management”
Milk Lines is co-produced by the K-State College of Agriculture and the K-State Radio Network. Each week, Brouk provides the latest information for today's dairy producers. | <urn:uuid:f7072046-8b51-41aa-9bd5-05a53f3f019b> | CC-MAIN-2016-44 | http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/Scout-for-early-signs-of-alfalfa-weevils-199763051.html?source=related | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988720026.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183840-00456-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.903956 | 145 | 2.484375 | 2 |
The Collaborative Management Partnership Toolkit is a resource guide to support the identification and establishment of such partnerships. It raises awareness on the role of these partnerships in reducing the massive protected area funding gap, catalyzing rural development and supporting job creation.
This Toolkit is one of the most comprehensive reviews of CMPs in Africa and serves as a reference guide for governments and implementing partners who are considering CMPs as a way to address challenges and threats to protected areas and wildlife. It raises awareness of CMP experiences in Africa to highlight benefits, challenges, and lessons learned. While the case studies and lessons in the Toolkit are derived from national protected areas in Africa, it can be applied to private and community protected areas as well as other protected areas around the world.
The publication consists of three sections:
- The Value of Collaborative Management Partnerships, which describes the different CMP models and their strength and weaknesses.
- How to Establish Collaborative Management Partnerships, which includes a decision-making framework for governments considering CMPs and provides information on feasibility studies, partner selection, stakeholder engagement, tendering materials, and contract development.
- Recommendations to Sustain Collaborative Management Partnerships, which highlights the key factors governments and partners need to consider throughout the CMP process, from identification to management.
The Toolkit is designed to help governments and protected area authorities understand and consider whether CMPs are suitable for their protected area network and the process for establishing an effective partnership that will result in enhanced protected area management and green growth. The Toolkit can also help NGOs and private sector partners interested in collaborating with governments understand CMP best practices. | <urn:uuid:972ce7e4-baf8-4011-8b79-6b32774f6f80> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://freeresources.fundsforngos.org/how-to-guides/a-free-collaborative-management-partnership-toolkit/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571538.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812014923-20220812044923-00470.warc.gz | en | 0.939484 | 345 | 2.15625 | 2 |
The Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Mauritius, Marjaana Sall and the Minister of Finance and Economic Development, the Honourable Pravind Jugnauth signed a new technical cooperation facility for the amount of 2 million euros.
The Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Mauritius, H.E. Marjaana Sall said: “The Technical Cooperation Facility that we are signing here today is the first initiative to be implemented in the framework of the EU-Mauritius bilateral cooperation programme up to 2020. It will support the process for Vision 2030 which aims at transforming Mauritius into a High Income Country.”
The European Union and the Republic of Mauritius have a longstanding partnership. This partnership now covers a wide range of policy areas, including: maritime security, trade and investment opportunities, environmental protection, climate change mitigation, migration and culture.
The EU accompanies the Republic of Mauritius to evolve to a High Income Country. The EU-Mauritius bilateral cooperation programme up to 2020, which was signed in June for the amount of 9.9 million euros, is in line with the Government priorities to improve the human capital base, and to contribute to unlock growth. The programme targets the Higher Education sector while putting emphasis on Research and Innovation.
The new technical cooperation facility of 2 million euros (approximately 80 million Rupees), which was signed today, is the first initiative to be implemented in the framework of the EU-Mauritius bilateral cooperation programme.
The facility will support the preparation and implementation of projects, and provide appropriate technical support to the Government in areas of mutual interest related to EU polices. The facility will also provide for studies, analytical work, training, seminars, peer to peer learning and knowledgesharing initiatives that will contribute to enhancing capacity building.
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Tax Evasion Lawyers in Auburn
Within Maine "tax evasion" is the crime of failing to pay the taxes that they owe.
Most frequently, people who try to evade their taxes in Auburn, Maine will take steps to harbor their assets and income, or transferring their property to other legal entities in a fraudulent manner.
You should not confuse "tax evasion" with "tax avoidance." Tax evasion is illegal, and involves deliberately failing to pay one's taxes which they lawfully owe. Tax avoidance, on the other hand, is legal, and involves utilizing legal strategies to lower one's legal tax liability. For example, strategically using deductions and tax credits to lower the amount of money you are legally obliged to pay, is an example of tax avoidance, assuming you actually pay your tax bill, whatever it ends up being.
Penalties for Tax Evasion in Auburn, Maine
Under federal and state law, including the laws of Maine, tax evasion is a very significant crime.
In Auburn, tax evasion can result in anything from a comparatively small fine, and a court order to pay any back taxes as well as interest, all the way up to financial penalties in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, as well as jail time.
However, the punishments for tax evasion, particularly first offenses involving relatively small amounts of money, is not typically so severe, particularly when it looks like the failure to pay taxes was the result of an honest mistake, rather than deliberate fraud.
On the other hand, if the prosecution can establish that an Auburn, Maine taxpayer engaged in fraud, and knowingly failed to pay their taxes, a tax court will probably impose the most grave punishment that's permitted by law. This can easily involve jail time.
A Auburn, Maine Tax Evasion Lawyer Can Help
An Auburn, Maine attorney who concentrates in tax law can help ensure that you are in conformity with all applicable tax laws, making an accusation of tax evasion less likely.
However, if you're truly accused of tax evasion, you will need an Auburn, Maine tax attorney more than ever. If you are, in fact, innocent, a tax attorney can give you the best possible chance of being found not guilty. | <urn:uuid:0a9bf33e-39e6-4d17-9e29-195547746293> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://taxattorneys.legalmatch.com/ME/Auburn/tax-evasion-lawyers.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570913.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809064307-20220809094307-00069.warc.gz | en | 0.968006 | 444 | 1.59375 | 2 |
For many companies, skills assessments are frequently implemented on paper in a proctored environment, usually in coordination with a particular learning event or employee development milestone. While such tests provide a static snapshot, they are of little use in managing the dynamics of skills development in a constantly changing environment. What if you want to re-test employee proficiency in a particular skill at some specified time after the initial assessment? Would you give the employee the same questions? Would the test-taker's previous experience with the test distort the results? In order to achieve relevant results, the skills assessment must challenge the test-taker every time.
Dynamic question selection engines enable significant advantages at the enterprise skills management level.Learn More » | <urn:uuid:67f38333-ae87-494c-9054-a2b9e144ed8b> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://surveyanalytics.com/application/surveyanalytics/solutions/human-resources.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280292.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00342-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.918908 | 141 | 1.578125 | 2 |
MCC students to present isopod findings at symposium Dec. 8
Three McCook Community College students enrolled this semester in a scientific research class, will present their findings at a public science symposium Wednesday, Dec. 8, in Tipton Hall.
Sophomores Anika Johnson, Trey Weintz, and Tasha Scott are set to reveal their discoveries at 2:30 p.m. at the Weeth Theater in Tipton Hall.
Johnson’s research tries to determine how different breeds of isopods (also known as roly polies) are impacted by ground vibrations made by agricultural machinery and human activity. Weintz’s research examines how isopod survival may be affected by climate change. Scott has been looking at ispods’ ability to decompose in different types of plant life.
Instructor Rob Bogardus who first offered this course in 2014, said it was designed to allow biology students the chance to create and conduct original research, and to create their own experiments to answer questions that have never been tested before.
It’s a one-semester experience in being a scientist, Bogardus said, and helps prepare students for future science careers. MCC has devoted a designated research space in the former greenhouse on the west side of Barnett Hall, to house the research equipment as well as the experiments.
Wednesday’s symposium, is also designed to give students additional experience both in preparing and communicating scientific work.
Bogardus said terrestrial isopods are used because they are easy to find locally and relatively inexpensive when it comes to setting up experiments. Also known as roly polies, pill bugs or wood-lice, these creatures are actually crustaceans, like lobsters.) They are important contributors to plant decomposition and soil quality – another locally relevant aspect of the research. | <urn:uuid:962d331e-df20-4eef-858d-8a2c2c8e8839> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | http://www.mpcc.edu/news/2021/mccscience_research.php | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573623.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20220819035957-20220819065957-00667.warc.gz | en | 0.961932 | 387 | 2.359375 | 2 |
Abstract Variation of radon concentration in ground water in the area of Northeastern Hungary was investigated. Specific geological features of this region result in high radon concentration in well waters (between 100 and 350 Bq l −1) and in the air of dwellings (occasionally as high as 10 000 Bq m −3). The observed radon concentrations of well waters show unpredictable variability both in space and time. In adjacent wells, concentration values may change by a factor of 10. In the case of some wells, a variation by a factor of 3–6 (between 20 and 180 Bq l −1) was measured during a year. Measurements were made in order to find correlations between radon concentration in soil air, radon concentration in water and meteorological parameters, i.e. external air pressure, temperature, wind speed and air humidity. A good correlation (with correlation coefficient of k=−0.84) between radon concentration in soil air and air pressure was found. | <urn:uuid:26eb76fe-9204-4e58-847b-4b7ec22558eb> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | https://www.mysciencework.com/publication/show/95c6d2571ebaa4639025fdfe2cacef31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279189.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00056-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.958879 | 201 | 2.40625 | 2 |
A Public Trust
Curation for SPACES
Americans have expressed decreasing levels of trust in government, institutions, and of each other since 2016, and even prior. The erosion of public trust is impacting information sharing, public processes and, by extension, all aspects of daily life. Making matters worse, the piecemeal responses to our current pandemic and economic crisis have left many in this country feeling simply exhausted. Artists respond to the climate of seemingly unshakable non-confidence.
Commissioned artists: Elizabeth Emery (Cleveland, OH), Angela Davis Fegan (Chicago, IL), Leila Khoury (Cleveland, OH), Ephraim Nehemiah (Cleveland, OH), and Jordan Wong (Cleveland, OH) share their conceptions of public trust and methods for building community. They unveil early stage models that evolve throughout the exhibition, influenced in part by a series of public exchange.
Commissioned artist works are featured above; imagery developed through related engagements with public partners are featured below.
- ABOVE: A Public Trust, installation views (2021), photos by Rustin McCann
- BELOW: A Public Trust, creative engagement series (2021), images courtesy of SPACES | <urn:uuid:9da17a25-cbf0-4287-8d6f-62483e1de8ef> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.meglouise.info/portfolio/a-public-trust/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572021.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20220814083156-20220814113156-00068.warc.gz | en | 0.928222 | 261 | 2.140625 | 2 |
Thirteenth United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
2014 Regional Preparatory Meetings
As recommended by the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, as the preparatory body of the Thirteenth Congress, the General Assembly adopted resolution 67/184, entitled " Follow-up to the Twelfth United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice and preparations for the Thirteenth United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice", on 20 December 2012. In paragraph 12 of the resolution, the Assembly urged participants in the regional preparatory meetings to examine the substantive items on the agenda and the topics of the workshops of the Thirteenth Congress and to make action-oriented recommendations to serve as a basis for the draft recommendations and conclusions for consideration by the Congress.
Asia and Pacific Regional Preparatory Meeting (Bangkok, Thailand, 22-24 January 2014) Documents
Western Asia Regional Preparatory Meeting (Doha, Qatar, 3-5 February 2014) Documents
Latin American and Caribbean Regional Preparatory Meeting (San José, Costa Rica,19-21 February 2014) Documents
African Regional Preparatory Meeting (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 9-11 April 2014) Documents | <urn:uuid:d812e7a9-0840-491d-8a72-4114a06ed014> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://www.unodc.org/unodc/fr/crime-congress-preparatory-meetings/RPM2014-index.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280504.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00142-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.87024 | 239 | 1.734375 | 2 |
As discussed in a prior column, many civil libertarians view President Barack Obama as betraying core civil liberties in expanding on Bush-era surveillance programs, secrecy orders, and other measures. Now, even conservative justices are questioning the Administration’s demand to be able to engage in round-the-clock surveillance of citizens without a warrant using GPS technology. The sweeping new claim would gut the protections of the Fourth Amendment in the latest attack on civil liberties by Barack Obama.
In the United States v. Jones (10-1259) case oral argument, Justice Stephen Breyer correctly noted “If you win this case, then there is nothing to prevent the police or the government from monitoring 24 hours a day the public movement of every citizen of the United States. So if you win, you suddenly produce what sounds like 1984 from their brief.” Even Chief Justice John Roberts who is often criticized for turning a blind eye to government intrusions raised concerns that the GPS surveillance would fundamentally alter the balance between citizens and police.
U.S. Deputy Solicitor General Michael Dreeben response was classic: don’t worry about the Constitution just rely on Congress to pass a law if we go to far. Congress, of course, has historically cared little about civil liberties and the Administration’s position would leave core liberties as simple matters for political voting.
Despite the growing opposition from civil libertarians who have vowed not to support his reelection, Obama appears to be doubling down on increasing police powers and limiting civil liberties. The Jones case represents an utter disregard for privacy and constitutional protections in favor of further increasing the already disturbing level of police powers in our society.
The case is particularly interesting because of the use of the Katz v. United States, 389 U.S. 347, 351 (1967). The government argues that there is no reasonable expectation of privacy because of the availability of GPS technology. For years, I have argued that our privacy rests on an increasingly uncertain foundation. When it was first handed down, Katz was a magnificent affirmation of privacy — declaring the Fourth Amendment “protects people not places.” However, the Court tied the protection to the “reasonable expectations” of citizens. As those expectations fall, the ability of the government to act without a warrant increases . . . which results in expectations again falling. The result is a downward spiral. The Administration is now playing on that weakness to argue for a broad new power of surveillance.
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Once again in Europe, the summers were very cool and the summers were unexpectedly painful. "Spring this year was like winter, it was cold and wet, the wine flowers were terrible, and the harvest was poor," said Swiss serpent Heinrich Bullinger in 1570.
Initially, this seemed as a temporary problem, just one bad year. Thus, across the continent, the growers shake off their poor harvesting, and wine wines sold a wine of southern vineyards that the users used unclear as they considered increasing grain prices.
But the extreme weather continued, season after season after season, until abnormal became a new routine. As William Shakespeare said in play 1593 Richard III, "Now is our winter dissatisfaction."
In his book Nature Crew, I was published in March by WW Norton & Company, German journalist, Philip Blom, states that Shakespeare has written those words as an literal description of the string of difficult winters he had just got. This extreme weather period, which would last for more than 100 years, is now called "Small Ice Age," and Blom argues that if we look back on its effects in Europe – where they have best documented – we will better Understand how we reach where we are today and predict what's on as climate change is increasingly affecting on our lives.
God has left us
In Shakespeare's time, religious authorities said that God punished men for their poor behavior with bad weather, and they call for more blessing to the disappointment of the disappointed deity. That idea inspired European cattle showers – the idea would be that the burning of women in the groove would somehow pour the winter's ground after freezing, making the rain fall carefully on the crops in the spring , and cools the summer sun. But the persecution to change the extreme weather was not obvious, and so slowly, people's ideas about how to tackle the crisis were transformed instead.
Over the next 100 years, during the 17th century, a new world-wide overhaul begins to catch. Instead of God who watches us, the planet – and all of nature – is treated as a type of clockwork, a mechanism that follows natural laws, which we can identify through observation and experimentation. Scientists get serious about exchanging information. Botanists send plants across continents, and Europe is struggling to grow grain-adopting new growth, such as tulips and potatoes, which prove to be the basis of new markets and gastronomies. Transforming economies. The rich become richer, the poor get poorer, and a small middle class is born.
By the time the weather becomes more seasonal, around 1700, many of the ideas that shape the world in which we live today have come to be-including ideas from a free market with its own logic. And of course, market forces "stimulate the behavior that led to a wide exploitation of natural resources that contribute to the current climate crisis, Blom notes.
So, the snake eats its tail. The new approach to growing food and wealth inspired by the Ice Age has led us to where we are today, with melting ice sheets and rising sea levels.
The more things change
The Small Ice Age was not considered to be caused by humans, although research that is to come in the Quaternary Science Reviews magazine disagrees with this, bringing the conclusion that war and disease in North America have led to the cooling . Some assume that the result of increasing volcanic activity influenced sea contamination that was changing deep sea water pressure and, as a result, the world's weather. Others argue that the increasing and voluminous activity of the extreme climate is the increasing volcanic activity.
Regardless of the case, Blom claims that we can better understand the future by exploring the past. History shows us how we reach where we are, as well as the difficulties that are facing us.
If it's fine, there's a reason to be scared and hopeful. The Ice Age was a period of crisis in Europe. But mother was proven to be ingenuity. The troubles also stimulated innovation and exploration, placing the foundations for a new way of life.
For example, when the extreme weather was first, Amsterdam was an incredible village in the Netherlands. Within a century, it became a busy port city and sophisticated metropolis, where all believers and beliefs swapped new, radical ideas, where the markets, the arts and the publication of all were thriving. Trading with Baltic ports in areas where grain was treated by serfs whose work essentially helps Amsterdam to evolve.
The positive transformation was forced into difficult circumstances. Therefore, in the best position, we will also have our kind of Lighting stage to look forward to in the future. But based on history, before things improve, they get worse, Blom predicts.
Take just what is needed
Its review of the Ice Age as affected by Europe is concerned in the detail of developing continent battles. In order to control in new circumstances and to feed populations that are contaminated at home, the Europeans rely on international mass mass recession and grow a lot of growing wealth that led to the decline of the continent.
Rich and poor poor Europeans also made profits on their own tire. Landowners across the continent have erased public commons that once served as places where anyone in a village could allow animals to graze or grow some peat. Once small-scale farming was made to feed individual families but it became a large-scale large-scale business exporter of the country to growing cities, which stimulates landowners to recover all their land. Blom explains:
The social and economic system of European feudal societies lay on land ownership and local grain production. It was its central pillar as well as the main vulnerability. When the temperature decreased enough to harass grain production and thus undermined this pillar, the whole social model fell. Europeans had to think about other ways of organizing themselves and their economic life.
This removal of the ordinary drove seamless villagers to the cities that grew up and worked for pittance to buy grain that once they grew up ourselves. Meanwhile, the wealth boosted a fortune with speculation in markets that now offered investment in new goods.
And no sheep
Tullau, for example, bubble stimulated the first documented stock market. A trader of Constantinople in the Ottoman Empire sent the flower bulbs to a Dutch man at the end of the 1500's. The receiver gave the cheb bulbs, thinking they were onions. In turn they threw them in a rubbish layer when I realized they did not eat.
But in the spring when the rubbish fluttered, the trader sent this overseas specimen to the leading botanist of the time, Charles de l 'Ecluse, in Leiden. They survived a very strong winter in 1593, and the botanist, in love, sent new flowers to Europe to his friends, naming after the word "turban" in Turkey.
The flowers came as a feeling that entrepreneurs bore bulbs from the botanist and began to nurture tulips to sell. By 1630, the price of one single varietal tulip bulbs could be equal to a "designated rural house", as Blom gives. Bullet of bullet came in the same accessory for any fine home in the Netherlands and beyond, inspiring "buying and selling breath" by investors.
The tulip swigen was suddenly and incredible in February 1637, leaving many investors disappearing and driving somewhat to their suicide. The bulbs were considered to be useless again, they were thrown away as they had the first chef that blocked them for breathing onions.
Blom argues that the extreme weather in the past creates new pressures that have stimulated new economic models that brought unexpected wealth and risks, and create an undesirable human suffering due to exploitation, so also the future transformational weather. "Then, as now, there is pressure from climate change on economic and social structures, on natural resources and social cohesion … Then, as a change in the weather, causes natural disasters, rising societies and create fear, as well as exacerbate the need for change, "he writes.
Taking the position of an historian of the current situation, Blom anticipates that we are in a similar situation today to Shakespeare and his peers at the end of the 1500s, on the verge of a revolution driven by the pressure that # 39; n create extreme weather. In other words, our winter dissatisfaction has started, this time it will probably be sparkling summer as global temperatures increase, disappear, resulting in temperature extreme.
Instead of despair, however, Blom encourages us to see the possibilities. Yes, there's a lot of trouble. But there is also the chance that climate change will stimulate the great evolution of next ideas – new touches and a new understanding of the planet – as it was in the past, transforming Europe from religious society to a reasonable society. Blom says we can no longer wait, writing, "Twenty-first century climate change makes it an urgent issue to rethink our cultural circumstances, as well as the place of humanity within a wonderful plan. " | <urn:uuid:2409e80a-266a-4f30-8563-b5f12a7391f5> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://halids.com/unitedkingdom/whats-the-17th-century-ice-age-that-teaches-us-on-climate-change-quartz/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573193.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20220818094131-20220818124131-00474.warc.gz | en | 0.973142 | 1,827 | 2.9375 | 3 |
When organizing your data, Ancestral Quest provides a spreadsheet type way of showing your data which helps to find areas of research, missing data and so much more.
When looking at the above screen, you'll note that on the left are the available fields and on the right are shown fields. Using the greater than and lesser than symbols [> <] in the middle allows you to move back and forth to change the columns.
The up and down arrows on the far right allow you to say where you want to place this new column. Each column can be sorted by clicking on the name of it just ONE time. It will take a moment to build the index but it will do each one. This is a great feature as it provides you an opportunity to look for missing data that needs to be found!
In the above screen clip, one can see there are some missing spouses for a few individuals. This helps to guide me and see where my research needs to focus on next.
Manipulating the data this way allows one to see missing births, deaths, and so much more. Try it out! | <urn:uuid:c49dea23-fddb-4a98-a714-a7b11d3cfde4> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://ancquest.blogspot.com/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00070.warc.gz | en | 0.938518 | 225 | 1.5 | 2 |
OUAGADOUGOU, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Tuareg separatists pulled out of a peace agreement with the Mali government on Thursday, accusing Bamako of not respecting its commitments to a truce reached in June.
The ceasefire in the West African nation allowed Mali's government and military to return to the separatists' northern stronghold of Kidal and enabled national elections to take place in July and August.
"Following multiple difficulties implementing the Ouagadougou agreement, mainly caused by non-observance by the Malian government of its commitments, (we have) decided to suspend participation in the structures of implementation of the agreement," three organizations representing the Tuaregs said.
They did not specify the difficulties.
Following a meeting in neighbouring Burkina Faso's capital of Ouagadougou, the separatist groups - the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA), High Council for the Unity of Azawad (HCUA) and the Arab Movement of Azawad (MAA) - said they wanted an emergency meeting of all parties to assess the implementation of the agreement.
Mali's government was not immediately available to comment.
The decision risks stoking tensions between the separatists and Mali's government. Last week, protesters in Kidal pelted officials from Mali's newly elected government during a weekend visit to the town.
The Tuareg uprising in 2012 led to a military coup in the capital and the occupation of the northern half of the country by better-armed Islamist militants.
A French-led ground and air offensive drove out the Islamists, allowing the Tuareg separatists to recapture their traditional northern stronghold.
The desert region of Kidal in Mali's desolate northeast has produced four rebellions since independence from France in 1960. Its light-skinned Tuareg people say successive black African governments in the capital Bamako have excluded them from power. (Reporting by David Lewis and Bate Felix; Editing by Doina Chiacu) | <urn:uuid:b4f2ff67-15bb-4f6d-97c4-d0035d5ce333> | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | http://news.trust.org/item/20130927071806-0qx16/?source=hpeditorial | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280266.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00493-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.946621 | 405 | 1.539063 | 2 |
Set in a nameless British town that its Pakistani-born immigrants have renamed Dasht-e-Tanhaii, the Desert of Solitude, Maps for Lost Lovers is an exploration of cultural tension and religious bigotry played out in the personal breakdown of a single family. As the book begins, Jugnu and Chanda, whose love is both passionate and illicit, have disappeared from their home. Rumours about their disappearance abound, but five months pass before anything certain is known. Finally, on a snow-covered January morning, Chanda’s brothers are arrested for the murder of their sister and Jugnu.
Maps for Lost Lovers traces the year following Jugnu and Chanda’s disappearance. Seen principally through the eyes of Jugnu’s brother Shamas, the cultured, poetic director of the local Community Relations Council and Commission for Racial Equality and his wife Kaukab, mother of three increasingly estranged children and devout daughter of a Muslim cleric, the event marks the beginning of the unravelling of all that is sacred to them. It fills Shamas’s own house and life with grief and, in exploring the lovers’ disappearance and its aftermath, Nadeem Aslam discloses a legacy of miscomprehension and regret not only for Shamas and Kaukab but for their children and neighbours as well.
An intimate portrait of a community searingly damaged by traditions, this is a densely imagined, beautiful and deeply troubling book written in heightened prose saturated with imagery. It casts a deep gaze on themes as timeless as love, nationalism and religion, while meditating on how these forces drive us apart. | <urn:uuid:5d2df06a-9721-471e-a7a3-b413d7119b24> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.musingsofareader.com/product-tag/nadeem-aslam/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570793.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808092125-20220808122125-00675.warc.gz | en | 0.953816 | 349 | 1.882813 | 2 |
Thermochemical properties and decomposition pathways of three isomeric semiquinone radicals
Altarawneh, M., Dlugogorski, B.Z., Kennedy, E.M. and Mackie, J.C. (2010) Thermochemical properties and decomposition pathways of three isomeric semiquinone radicals. The Journal of Physical Chemistry A, 114 (2). pp. 1098-1108.
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Semiquinones are persistent free environmental radicals formed as important initial products from the decomposition of dihydroxylated benzene isomers. This study develops detailed decomposition pathways for the thermal decomposition of the three isomeric semiquinone radicals. Branching ratios based on the calculated high-pressure limit reaction rate constants predict that p-benzoquinone is a major product from the unimolecular decomposition of the p-semiquinone radical, while the formation of o-benzoquinone from the o-semiquinone radical corresponds to a minor channel. This finding is consistent with the absence of o-benzoquinone from the thermal degradation of the 1,2-dihydroxybenzene isomer and the abundance of p-benzoquinone from the thermal decomposition of 1,4-dihydroxybenzene. Ring contraction/CO elimination is shown to be the dominant sink pathway for the o-semiquinone and m-semiquinone radicals. Thermochemical properties, in terms of enthalpies of formation, entropies, and heat capacities for dihydroxylated benzene isomers, semiquinone radicals, and benzoquinones, are evaluated by quantum chemical calculations. Values of the enthalpies of formation calculated by the B3LYP/GTLarge method show good agreement with those obtained at the G3B3 level of theory.
|Publication Type:||Journal Article|
|Publisher:||American Chemical Society|
|Copyright:||© 2010 American Chemical Society.|
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Paying Too Much Income Tax?
Why you might have a wrong HMRC tax code
One of the most common reasons for paying too much income tax is that you have been assigned the wrong tax code. This can happen for a number of reasons such as when you change jobs and your new employer does not have the correct code so an incorrect or sometimes a temporary code is allocated to you. If you have returned to the UK from working overseas you may also be allocated the wrong code. Also if you previously received employee benefits such as a company car or private health insurance, but no longer do, then your tax code could be wrong.
How to check your HMRC tax code
Checking that you are on the right tax code is simple, and something you can easily do yourself. If you are employed (either full-time or part-time) your tax code is used so that your employer knows how much tax to deduct from your salary. The code is printed on your payslip and also on your P60. It is usually a combination of 2 or 3 numbers and a letter such as 735L, although there are some codes that do not follow this rule, for example, if you have two jobs then your code is likely to be different.
The numbers represent your annual tax free allowance and the letter relates to a specific tax type which can be determined by your age (people over 65 for instance will have a different letter from those under 65).
If you think you may be paying too much tax then visit the HMRC website to check you have the right tax code. If you think your tax code may be incorrect then you can contact HMRC and request a tax assessment. If you think you might not be paying enough tax it is still better to get the code reviewed otherwise the amount you owe the revenue will simply build up.
How to find out if you have been paying too much tax
Don’t worry too much if the over or under-payment has been going on for a long time undetected because HMRC will notify you if they think you have overpaid or underpaid after the end of the tax year. If you have over paid then you will usually get a refund in the July following the end of the tax year in which you overpaid tax and if you have underpaid you will be notified in the September following the tax year.
Under payments of less than £3,000 in a tax year will usually be deducted in installments from you salary over the nxt tax year but you can contact HMRC if this will cause you hardship to arrange a different schedule of payments. Large underpayments can usually be paid back by other methods.
But, ultimately it is much better to check your tax code and check how much tax you should be paying (both of which can be done via the HMRC website) before any under or overpayment of tax builds up.
If you have any questions about income tax or any other type of tax, then please contact our expert team of accountants in North London to talk things through. | <urn:uuid:b639e15f-11e2-4c1b-8c9d-b6c502d28497> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.tuchbands.com/news/paying-too-much-income-tax/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572408.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816151008-20220816181008-00675.warc.gz | en | 0.974023 | 623 | 1.984375 | 2 |
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