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THE REVOLUTIONARY DUALMODE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM "Don't Take Away My Car!" (If you haven’t read the Introduction, it is recommended that you read it first.) Most of us will never voluntarily give up our private cars; they are too useful and convenient—too wonderful. Fortunately we won't have to give them up. Our transportation and related environmental and energy problems aren't caused by the concept of privately owned vehicles; the problems stem from the nature of our present automobiles and highways. The real problem is that we are still using 19th and early-20th-century transportation systems. These old methods for getting from here to there haven't been able to keep up with expanding populations, or with modern technology and lifestyles. More trains, Greyhound™ buses, jets, and transit vehicles won't solve our problems. In most cases we already have as much public transportation as people are willing to use. But there is an answer: It is called dualmode transportation. This revolutionary concept, which is being studied and developed by a growing number of experts, can lead to the solution of our traffic and related environmental problems, even when there are many more private cars than we have now. The author will use as an example, and strongly recommend, a dualmode system with selected features that he considers optimum. He chooses to call it, THE REVOLUTIONARY DUALMODE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM, or “REV” for short. We will use privately owned environmentally clean “dualmode cars” that will be driven in the normal manner on the streets and will also travel automatically on a nationwide “dualmode guideway” network. The following chapters will explain why only a dualmode system (also written “dual mode,” can solve most of the transportation and related problems, not only in the United States but also in the rest of the world. Constant-high-speed dualmode guideways (perhaps 60mph) will be built in and around cities. Most of us will drive from home to the nearest guideway and use that system for the major part of our daily commutes, effortlessly, rapidly, safely, quietly, and without pollution. Still-higher-speed guideways (perhaps 200mph) will connect all cities across the nation. At that speed we would be able to take our personal cars from San Francisco to Los Angeles in two hours. One or more persons could “drive” from Boston in the evening, get to New Orleans in less than eight hours, and the “driver” could sleep the whole way. On trips of up to a thousand miles, instead of driving to the airport and then flying, we can stay in our cars and take the guideways. We will arrive sooner than we would have by jet, without all of the time-consuming and frustrating details of flying. And we will have our own car to use at our destination instead of a rental. In buses, trains and airplanes we are forced to be close to crying babies, to people we wouldn't choose to travel with, people who must talk when we would prefer quiet, people who occupy all the seats and leave us standing, people who may smell bad, may be drunk or high on drugs, or who have to vomit. Then there are the fellow travelers that have contagious diseases, or who plan to mug or rape us—some will carry guns and might use them. Our dualmode transportation system will provide comfort, personal safety and privacy, just as our automobiles now do. The guideways of our twenty-first-century system will also carry rental cars, taxis, buses, delivery trucks, and freight. As we will see in Chapter 8, The capacity of the system will be enormous: At 60mph a single city-guideway lane would handle as many cars as ten highway lanes, and a single 200mph guideway lane between cities would carry the traffic of thirty-three highway lanes! With that great capacity the constant need to add more highway lanes will be a thing of the past. When they are on the streets our dualmode cars will be driven normally. On the guideways, in order to get more people and things from here to there in a hurry in a single lane, the cars will travel fast and extremely close together. Human drivers could not drive safely under such seemingly scary conditions; the "driving" on the guideways will be done by an automatic computer-controlled system. Highway traffic will be greatly reduced. Downtown street traffic and street parking will also be reduced, by a neat trick to be explained in Chapter 11. Gasoline and diesel engines require fuel (that we are rapidly running out of) and these engines aren't kind to the environment. We must get rid of them. Our dualmode cars, without internal-combustion engines, may look a lot like our present automobiles, except under the hood. Each will have a dashboard, steering wheel, brakes, and the usual pedals, levers, switches, and instruments—for street use—but none of these things will be used when the cars are traveling on the guideways. Human drivers cause the great majority of all vehicle accidents. In the coming dualmode-transportation age drivers will still cause some accidents on the streets and on the partially deserted highways; but human-caused guideway accidents will be impossible because the manual controls will be automatically disabled when the cars are on the guideways. Nothing the person sitting in the driver’s seat (or any other seat) can do could cause an accident. (See Chapter 14. SAFETY) This new transportation system will be a unique combination of a number of great inventions, both old and recent; it will require no major new inventions of its own. Developments in computers, electronics, power generation, energy storage, and electric motors in the last several decades have made an excellent dualmode system practicable. Vital features of the dualmode system proposed here are the use of “magnetic levitation (maglev)” and “linear synchronous motors” on the guideways. These unusual motors will electrically propel all of the cars at exactly the same speed, permitting them to safely travel very fast and extremely close together, thereby providing the enormous system capacity previously mentioned. Yes, these are big promises. One problem in promoting dualmode transportation will be that it promises to do so many good things for us that cautious people may tend to question its credibility (those from Missouri in particular). After reading one of my early articles on this concept a friend asked, "This is just a story, isn't it?" No, Steve, it is not just a story; it is a serious proposal and a prediction. Dualmode does seem to be too good to be true, but in fact it will be as close to a universal cure as we are apt to find in any field. "Nothing is too wonderful to be true."—Michael Faraday. However, there is no free lunch. It will be most difficult to get such a transportation system. Because of its futuristic nature, its national and international scope, and the major effects it will have on many aspects of society, labor, industry, and government, many people will oppose it. And it is true that the details will require a lot of further research, analysis, development, and testing. The United States doesn't currently generate enough electricity to power the national dualmode transportation system in addition to our present electric loads; but during the period in which the dualmode system is being designed and built we will also be expanding electrical generation to provide the required additional power—green power. This will be covered in detail in Chapter 15. The important thing to note here is that present automobiles, and most other vehicles, are very rapidly depleting earth’s fossil fuels—which have become seriously “endangered species.” Burning fuel in turn endangers and pollutes our environment in several nasty ways. But electricity, which dualmode will use in both modes, can be and eventually will be completely "green" and renewable. Internal combustion engines will run on only a few types of fuel, all of them in short supply; but we can make electricity from any source of energy. Most of these “renewable” sources will come from the sun, which will last much longer than humanity will. At this point some of you are surely thinking that we could never afford dualmode. Fortunately it will pay for itself, as we will see in Chapter 17. There are doubtless important questions that have not yet been adequately addressed, but unanswered questions should not be allowed to kill this most promising system at the outset. As Charles Kettering, former Engineering Vice President of General Motors, once wrote, "We see what might be wrong with a new idea, not what is right." Another quote also comes to mind: "We must not dismiss any novel idea with the cocksure statement that it can't be done. We have already proved that science and hard work can lick what appear to be insurmountable difficulties." —William E. Boeing. However, the dualmode system won’t present serious technical difficulties—the difficulties will be mostly in the sociological and political arenas. People love their automobiles. But as higher and higher percentages of our growing population acquire these wonderful and versatile machines, traffic enters gridlock, concrete competes with homes, businesses, and crops for acreage, earth's oil reserves disappear, the air becomes harder to see through and to breathe, acid-rain kills more trees, and the globe becomes dangerously warmer and the weather wilder. These multiple problems have become so severe that many people are now dead-set against automobiles. (The victims of accidents and pollution are not “dead set”; they are just dead.) All in all there are a large number of vital reasons why we must and therefore will have a dualmode transportation system. CARS ARE GOOD Some groups have been saying for years that cars are bad. As we will see, that "ain't necessarily so," but it will take some time to undo the bad image that our present automobile-and-highways system has earned. Americans already drive well over two trillion passenger miles between cities every year, and traffic is escalating rapidly. Between 1970 and 1996 the mileage driven yearly by Americans increased four times faster than the population, twice as fast as the number of licensed drivers, and eighteen times faster than new roads were being built. (Federal Highway Administration Data.) These frightening facts don't make cars bad however. On the contrary, cars must be very good otherwise they wouldn't be so popular and wouldn't be driven so much. In an attempt to solve traffic congestion problems, politicians, transportation planners, and citizens of the United States and other developed countries routinely propose additional rapid-transit systems. These, as we have seen, have done and can do little to reduce the problems. Some people support transit proposals in order to get other people off the highways so they themselves can drive more easily. I suspect that many transit and environmental advocates drive to where ever they do their advocating rather than take the bus. The system proposed here will let them drive without feeling guilty. Yes, cars per se are very good, but in today’s world we must have a new kind of car used in a new way in order to solve the problems that have been caused by the overwhelming popularity of the private vehicle. IT WILL BE DONE This book does not present dualmode transportation as a suggestion; it is presented as the actual future of transportation. This bold attitude stems from the solid convictions of the author and many other people who have studied dualmode systems. The Dualmode Transportation System will be built simply because it has so much going for it. It will be built and it will solve most of our transportation problems and reduce many environmental problems. It will be built because we have to have it—there is no other adequate overall solution. With these assurances some readers who are easily convinced and who have no interest in the details may say, "That will be nice," and stop reading this book. But those who are curious to know more about the guideways, dualmode cars, their control and operation, how the system will affect society, the environmental and energy aspects, the costs, the politics, and when we will build it, have the author’s permission to continue reading. 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Travel Effect is a new campaign to increase the use of vacation time in the U.S. // © 2014 Thinkstock/Wavebreak The U.S. Travel Association announced a new effort to increase Americans’ use of their paid time off. The initiative, named “Travel Effect,” was inspired by recent research released from Oxford Economics indicating that Americans failed to use a total of 429 million days of earned time-off last year, resulting in an estimated $160 billion loss to the U.S. economy. “This is an issue that goes well beyond the travel industry,” said U.S. travel president and CEO Roger Dow. “A growing body of evidence shows that when we fail to take the time off that we have earned, we are less productive and creative at work, we put stress on our relationships and we undermine our personal health and well-being. Our initiative is simple and straightforward: Americans aren’t using all the days off they are entitled to and we have to change that fact.” The plan relies on several factors in order to be successful: unique partnerships outside of the travel industry, including academic organizations, non-profits and private foundations, in addition to companies in the retail, energy and automotive industries; a comprehensive media campaign, including a dynamic website and strong social media presence; and a collection of opinion leaders and experts to convey core messages and key research results to audiences interested in family, health or business issues. Travel agents wishing to get involved in the Travel Effect initiative may access toolkits on the company’s website or ask questions by email. Agents are encouraged to use the initiative’s message to support their own products. “The U.S. Travel Association announcement marks the start of a long-term strategy to transform public perceptions so that personal time off is understood as a business investment, an economic necessity and a path to stronger families and better personal health,” said Dow.	<urn:uuid:8831db91-fca2-4d19-a869-81c110dc2f89>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.travelagewest.com/News/U-S--Travel-Association-Vacation-Initiative/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281331.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00221-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.948538	404	2.015625	2
The case that we’re all just highly organised lumps of space sweets keeps getting better. For the first time, scientists have created ribose—the key sugar underlying RNA—in laboratory conditions simulating the cold, radiation-blasted vacuum of outer space. The early origins of life are one of the murkiest chapters in our planet’s history. One major point of debate is whether life’s building blocks—things like amino acids, lipids, and sugars—formed spontaneously here on Earth or rained down on our planet via comets and asteroids. With no fossil records to guide us, scientists use experiments to simulate the formation of our goopy, pre-biotic heritage. These experiments trace all the way back to the 1950s, when Stanley Miller and Harold Urey famously demonstrated that several organic compounds could form spontaneously in conditions simulating our planet’s early atmosphere. Fast forward sixty years, and our ability to mimic both the primordial Earth and outer space environments has grown far more sophisticated. In the latest experiment, which appears in Science today, a team of chemists led by Cornelia Meinert of the University of Nice Sophia Antipolis recreated the ices found abundantly on comets and in interstellar clouds to see if complex organic molecules could form. The researchers cooled water, ammonia, and methanol to -195 degrees Celsius in a vacuum, then subjected their ice crystals to UV light to simulate the radiation output of a young star. All in all, the team was able to produce 55 organic molecules, most notably ribose, a critical sugar found in the RNA molecules that transmit DNA’s genetic instructions. RNA possesses the unique ability to pass along genetic information and self-replicate, leading many researchers to suspect that the earliest forms of life on Earth were in fact RNA-based. The possibility that RNA molecules, or at least, many of their ingredients, could have emerged off-Earth has never looked better. Today, experiments like this one are complemented by detailed analyses of comets and cosmic dust clouds. Last year, the European Space Agency announced that it had discovered a slew of simple organic molecules on Rosetta’s comet. And the evidence has been mounting for years that amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, can form spontaneously in high-radiation interstellar environments. For these reasons and more, my colleague Adam Clark Estes would like to offer a solution to the Fermi Paradox: the aliens are all just cotton candy.	<urn:uuid:f8b1ed3c-407d-4334-a8b6-1e3fb7471450>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2016/04/key-building-block-of-life-could-have-formed-in-interstellar-space/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280891.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00163-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.940956	514	3.828125	4
U.S.S. Pueblo IncidentKim Il Sung's crowning achievement was probably the hijacking of the USS Pueblo in January 1968. North Korea fired on and boarded the American reconnaissance vessel in international waters. It had been outfitted with antennas and signal-gathering equipment, and tasked with eavesdropping on DPRK military communications. The North Koreans captured the ship and its crew, along with sensitive mission documents and cryptographic equipment. They charged the American crewmen with spying and detained them for eleven months, until Washington finally issued a formal apology. Once again, Kim had defied the U.S. and won.	<urn:uuid:0d1bf070-24b3-4ab2-9637-f52727f5b2d3>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://www.rotten.com/library/history/espionage/uss-pueblo/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988720468.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183840-00487-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.962319	126	3.1875	3
Accepts Healthy Volunteers Healthy volunteers are participants who do not have a disease or condition, or related conditions or symptoms An interventional clinical study is where participants are assigned to receive one or more interventions (or no intervention) so that researchers can evaluate the effects of the interventions on biomedical or health-related outcomes. An observational clinical study is where participants identified as belonging to study groups are assessed for biomedical or health outcomes. Searching Both is inclusive of interventional and observational studies. \|Eligible Ages\|\|18 Years - 75 Years\| - - Male and Female subject at ≥18 and ≤ 75 years of age at randomization. - - Subjects with a documented three-month history of diagnosed ileal, colonic, or ileocolonic Crohn's Disease at the time of randomization. - - Currently having Crohn's Disease with Crohn's Disease Activity Index (CDAI) score ≥ 220 to ≤450. - - Diagnosis of indeterminate colitis, or clinical findings suggestive of Ulcerative Colitis. - - Subject with CD with stoma, gastric or ileoanal pouch, proto-colectomy or total colectomy, symptomatic stenosis or stricture, history of bowel perforation, suspected abscess; actively draining fistula. - - Treatment naïve subjects diagnosed with Crohn's disease, (without previous exposure to treatment). This trial id was obtained from ClinicalTrials.gov, a service of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, providing information on publicly and privately supported clinical studies of human participants with locations in all 50 States and in 196 countries. Phase 1: Studies that emphasize safety and how the drug is metabolized and excreted in humans. Phase 2: Studies that gather preliminary data on effectiveness (whether the drug works in people who have a certain disease or condition) and additional safety data. Phase 3: Studies that gather more information about safety and effectiveness by studying different populations and different dosages and by using the drug in combination with other drugs. Phase 4: Studies occurring after FDA has approved a drug for marketing, efficacy, or optimal use. The sponsor is the organization or person who oversees the clinical study and is responsible for analyzing the study data. \|Reistone Biopharma Company Limited\| The person who is responsible for the scientific and technical direction of the entire clinical study. \|Principal Investigator Affiliation\|\|Reistone Biopharma\| Category of organization(s) involved as sponsor (and collaborator) supporting the trial. \|Countries\|\|China, Poland, Ukraine, United States\| The disease, disorder, syndrome, illness, or injury that is being studied. Active Comparator: SHR0302 dose A Participants randomized in this arm will receive dose A of SHR0302 until end of study at week 24. Experimental: SHR0302 dose B Participants randomized in this arm will receive dose B of SHR0302 until end of study at week 24. Experimental: SHR0302 dose C Participants randomized in this arm will receive dose C of SHR0302 until end of study at week 24. Placebo Comparator: Placebo Participants randomized in this arm will receive placebo until week 12, and then will be re-randomized into one of the 3 active arms (dose A, dose B, and dose C of SHR0302) in a 1:1:1 allocation ratio until the end of study at week 24. Drug: - SHR0302 The study drug, SHR0302, is designed to block the activity of an enzyme protein called JAK (known as a JAK inhibitor). Drug: - Placebos Contact a Trial Team If you are interested in learning more about this trial, find the trial site nearest to your location and contact the site coordinator via email or phone. We also strongly recommend that you consult with your healthcare provider about the trials that may interest you and refer to our terms of service below.	<urn:uuid:445a8398-c5fa-4bd7-ac3b-0236573a6b67>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://trials.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/trials/NCT03677648	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573533.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20220818215509-20220819005509-00275.warc.gz	en	0.887443	990	1.976563	2
Babysitter training through the American Red Cross establishes lifelong skills that a teen or adult can take with them wherever they go. These courses are designed for individuals looking to start a career in babysitting or nanny work and cover the essentials for caring for infants and older children. In addition, training courses teach problem-solving skills and give students the confidence they need to branch out into a rewarding career. The Red Cross' online course teaches students all of the basic skills required to babysit children from newborn to age 10. Through the four-hour course, students can also learn how to establish and manage their own babysitting business. Downloadable resources are available, such as baby feeding basics. Students also have access to resume and business card templates, forms for interviews and lesson summaries. To receive a diploma, students must have a minimum score of 80 percent on their final exam. The classroom course offers the same online curriculum, but also offers more in-depth and hands-on training. The basic course lasts six hours, but students who want to add on Pediatric First Aid/CPR will attend classes for 9 ½ hours. During the training students learn rescue breathing, how to react in a first aid situation, how to manage young children, bottle feed and change diapers. Students can take home a babysitter’s training manual and emergency reference guide, and purchase coursework materials to reference later. An 80 percent minimum grade on the final exam is required to receive certification. Students that attend the first aid and CPR course will receive a two-year certification, which must be renewed every other year. To take a Red Cross training course, students must be 11 years or older at the time they enroll. Courses are not free and the fee varies depending on the location. Students should check with their local Red Cross for fee information. Both courses provide the essentials needed to start a career in babysitting. Students who need to learn at their convenience can benefit from the online course, but they won’t receive hands-on training or in-class feedback from Red Cross trainers. In addition, the online course only offers a diploma – students cannot obtain first aid or CPR training online. Both courses offer take-home materials and printable resources that can be referenced later as babysitting professionals proceed with their careers. - SW Productions/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images	<urn:uuid:37f4500b-e505-4532-bc61-693dad98a3cc>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://work.chron.com/red-cross-babysitter-training-22394.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988718296.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183838-00540-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.95105	482	2.328125	2
0.25 Python Bindings/Advanced This page is for advanced objects, not included in the normal import of the bindings, and for most purposes are not needed. - 1 Connection Classes - 2 Data Handling Classes - 3 Assorted Utility This connection takes a single input, dbconn, which is a dictionary containing: This class provides automatic connection pooling. All database access is performed through the cursor interface, and in order to maintain thread safety, a single connection will only be shared among cursors of the same thread. If more threads attempt to access the database simultaneously than there are connections, a new single use connection will be opened for that specific cursor. 'release' and 'acquire' methods are available to manage the use of connections in the pool, and to automatically spawn new ones if needed. '__enter__' and '__exit__' exist for use as a context manager, and will return a new cursor to use. Each thread is given its own stack in the context manager, so multiple nested cursors are allowed. The pool size is adjustable. The default pool size for new connection objects can be set with the 'setDefaultSize' classmethod, and an existing connection can be resized with the 'resizePool' method. This connection takes the following inputs: - backend - must be an IP address - localname=None - if not set, will pull it from socket.gethostname() - opts=None - a BEConnOpts dictionary providing the capabilities of the connection - deadline=10 - a float specifying how long a query may wait for a response Data Handling Classes This class is based off the ordered dictionary implementation, and intends to provide access to lists of data as dictionary fields and class attributes. For use, this must be subclassed, and the following attributes provided: - _field_order - a list of strings containing field names in the order they will be input - _field_type - a list of integers indicating the type of data for each field - unix timestamp (epoch time) - date in ISO8601 format - timestamp in RFC822 format This class is initialized by providing a list of data, conforming to the provided _field_order and _field_type. This class is based off DictData, and provides similar access for database entries. This class will set itself up completely automatically if allowed, but its defaults can be overridden by the following attributes: - _logmodule - used to identify the component printing the log - defaults to 'Python %s' % cls.__name__ - _table - used to specify which database table this class should pull from - defaults to cls.__name__ - _key - used to determine what fields to use to uniquely identify a database entry - defaults to table primary key - _where - used to generate SQL to search for unique entry - defaults to <_key>=%s AND <_key>=%s AND <_key>=%s AND ... - _setwheredat - used to set _wheredat and provide the necessary arguments to the _where clause - defaults to self.<_key>,self.<_key>,self.<_key>,... This class can be initialized in three manners: - Supply the necessary information for the _key - Supply the raw data from the database - Pull all information from the database table This class is based off DBData, and allows for creating, editing, and deleting entries. This class allows an extra attribute _defaults which can be used to populate default values when creating new entries. Any field marked as None will be stripped before being sent to the database, for creation or updates. This class is intended to facilitate managing database schema for external plugins. This class must be subclassed, providing a _schema_name string, matching the setting field used to store the schema version. The create method is called if the variable is not set, and up<version> is called to update the schema. The final schema must issue a StopIteration to terminate the loop. class MySchemaUpdate( SchemaUpdate ): _schema_name = 'MyDBSchemaVer' def create(self): with self.db.cursor(self.log) as cursor: cursor.execute("""CREATE TABLE ....""") return 1000 def up1000(self): with self.db.cursor(self.log) as cursor: cursor.execute("""UPDATE ....""") def up1001(self): with self.db.cursor(self.log) as cursor: cursor.execute("""UPDATE ....""") def up1002(self): raise StopIteration db = MythDB() up = MySchemaUpdate(db) up.run() This class can also be passed to the DBCache._check_schema() call, or run automatically by setting the _schema_update variable in a DBData class. This class is a decorator intended to be used on methods of DBCache classes. The decorator allows for simple construction of complex queries, returning a generator of DBData or DBDataWrite objects. The method being wrapped must accept three keyword inputs. This argument will only be provided when the search is being set up. Init is the wrapper, which must be configured to properly use the database. Several attributes must be defined before the decorator will function. - table - the database table to pull information from. - handler - the DBData or DBDataWrite class to feed data to. Must at minimum provide a fromRaw classmethod. - required - a tuple of any fields that must be used in the query, whether provided when called or not. - joins - a tuple of Join objects, defining any additional tables to JOIN in during the search. This class defines a new table to be joined in during a search, and requires the following keywords. - table - the new database table to pull in - tableto - the existing table to JOIN it to Additionally, one of the following two sets must be provided. - matching field names in both tables - fields - a tuple of fields to JOIN on, if the two tables use the same names - different field names in each table - fieldsfrom - a tuple of fields used in the new table being pulled in - fieldsto - a tuple of matching fields used in the existing table If init is not provided, key and value will be populated. These are the key/value pairs used when the method is called during use. The method must return a tuple containing a string with a WHERE argument, a value to pass into that argument, and a bitwise argument of what JOIN definitions to pull in during the search. This class is to be included for use with dealing with data over Myth Protocol. It provides two staticmethods, splitInt and joinInt, which convert between a 64-bit long and two 32-bit ints. This class is to be included in DictData classes with title and subtitle fields. It allows comparison between classes with such fields for alphabetical sorting, first using title and then subtitle. This class is to be included in DictData classes dealing with recordings. It allows comparison between classes for alphabetical sorting , first using starttime and then chanid, falling through to CMPVideo if those fields do not exist. This class is to be included in classes dealing with markup information. It includes a _buildlist(start, end) method used to produce edit lists. >>> rec = Recorded.getAllEntries().next() ## pull list of commercial breaks >>> rec.markup._buildlist(static.MARKUP.MARK_COMM_START,static.MARKUP.MARK_COMM_END) [(21113, 25761), (39842, 45553), (56389, 62395), (79798, 85832), (93379, 99973), (109325, 110523)] ## pull list of wanted content >>> rec.markup._buildlist(static.MARKUP.MARK_COMM_END,static.MARKUP.MARK_COMM_START) [(0, 21113), (25761, 39842), (45553, 56389), (62395, 79798), (85832, 93379), (99973, 109325), (110523, 9999999)]	<urn:uuid:1b6e8ac9-e4c7-47ff-83c2-9862a6a920cb>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	https://www.mythtv.org/wiki/0.25_Python_Bindings/Advanced	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560282202.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095122-00551-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.769493	1,793	2.421875	2
How do I extract an outline in Photoshop? To outline an image in Photoshop, double click on your layer to open the Layer Styles panel. Select the “Stroke” style and set the stroke type to “Outside”. From here simply change the color and width of your outline to suit the look you want! How do you separate sections in Photoshop? To split images in half in Photoshop, select the marquee tool by pressing M, then click and drag over half of your image to create a rectangular selection. With the selection active, right-click and select New Layer Via Cut. This will cut the image in half and place the selected half on a new layer. How do I turn an outline into a shape in Photoshop? To outline a shape in Photoshop, select your shape layer in the Layers Panel and press U to active the shape tool. In the upper settings bar, click the Stroke setting and choose an outline color for the shape. How do I leave an outline in Photoshop? Click the “Eye” icon next to the Background layer. Right-click on the path line and select on “Delete Path” to remove the path, leaving only the line drawn with the Stroke Path command. Check that the line appears as desired. If it doesn’t, erase it using the Eraser tool from the toolbar and try again. How do I remove a fill shape in Photoshop? Almost done. To complete the effect return to the layers menu. You will see the Fill option. Click the flyout and reduce the percentage to 0%. How do I draw lines in Photoshop? Draw a line - Select the Line tool. From the toolbar, click and hold the Shape tool ( ) group icon to bring up the various shape tool choices. Select the Line tool. - Set the width of your line. Shape Mode: … - Click and drag. Click on the canvas, drag, and release to create a line. How do I split a rectangle in Photoshop? For Photoshop CC or newer - Open the image file. … - Select “Slice Tool” from Tool box. - Right click on “Slice Tool”, there are 3 options. … - You will see, small rectangle icon on the left corner of image. - Right click on rectangle icon. … - A box of “Divide slice” will open. … - Select any of them or both. How do you Unmerge layers in Photoshop? If you’ve recently merged or flattened your layers, you can simply use the undo command to step backward. Just press Command + Z (Mac) or Control + Z (PC) to undo changes. Alternatively, you can go up to Edit > Undo. Using the keyboard shortcut is ideal for undoing several times quickly. How do I split one picture into multiple sections? - Upload your image. Select an image on your computer and press upload. - Choose the size of your grid. Choose how many rows and columns you want to split your image into. - Click on “Split” and Download your sliced image. … - Automatically post them to Instagram. How do you outline a shape? Select the shape or text box to which you want to add, change, or remove a border. Click Shape Format, and then click the arrow next to Shape Outline. Either click the color that you want, or mix your own color by clicking More Outline Colors. Point to Weight, and then choose the line weight that you want. How do you make an oval outline in Photoshop? How do I make an unfilled (outlined) ellipse or rectangle? - Make a new layer in the Layers palette. … - In the toolbox choose the rectangular marquee, or the elliptical marquee (hiding under the rectangle). - Click and drag to create as selection outline of the size and shape that you want for your unfilled shape.	<urn:uuid:ef5379f2-d757-4246-8616-2d1e1a4be3b8>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://scottmayson.com/photoshop-manual/how-do-you-separate-an-outline-in-photoshop.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571692.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812105810-20220812135810-00073.warc.gz	en	0.838425	844	2.859375	3
JSNP is a repository of Japanese Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) data, begun in 2000 and developed through the Prime Minister’s Millennium Project. The aim of this undertaking is to identify and collate up to 150 000 SNPs from the Japanese population, located in genes or in adjacent regions that might influence the coding sequence of the genes. The project has been carried out by a collaboration between the Human Genome Center (HGC) in the Institute of Medical Science (IMS) at the University of Tokyo and the Japan Science and Technology Corporation (JST). JSNP serves as both a storage site for the Japanese SNPs obtained from the ongoing project and as a facility for public dissemination to allow researchers access to high quality SNP data. A primary motivation of the project is the construction of a basic data set to identify relationships between polymorphisms and common diseases or the reaction to drugs. As such, emphasis has been placed on the identification of SNPs that lie in candidate regions which may affect phenotype but which would not necessarily directly cause disease. Unrestricted access to JSNP and any associated files is available at http://snp.ims.u-tokyo.ac.jp/.	<urn:uuid:16fd405e-2da2-48a8-adf3-6ebd30dd6f38>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	https://www.mysciencework.com/publication/show/1b80cac94f47d59624b80c12d134096c	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988719079.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183839-00034-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.941438	247	2.765625	3
If you practice safe sex and have regular checkups for sexual health, good for you. You’re one of the few. Despite the medical community’s various longstanding guidelines for sexual health — for instance, promoting condoms to lower the risk of sexually transmitted diseases and birth control to curb unwanted pregnancy — these tenets aren’t always followed. In many cases, the responsibility lies with individuals. But the editors of the journal PLoS Medicine now are taking political and religious leaders to task for their perceived failure to support larger initiatives. “Although narrowly focused political and religious perspectives have in the past hampered policy making to improve sexual health, today’s politicians and religious leaders must redouble their leadership in tackling these problems, precisely because they occur at the intersection of health, culture, religion, and politics,” the authors write in a May 25 editorial. In 2004, the World Health Organization (WHO) classified sexual health as its own area of specialized focus. Previously, it had been considered a subset of reproductive health. There has been resistance to its most fundamental principles even in the United States. In many states, for example, health insurance doesn’t cover birth control or certain forms of it. And for years, the federal response to risky sexual behaviors was abstinence-only programs. The efficacy of this approach is widely questioned. As a result, the authors write, we have some sad stats: - There are 19 million new cases of STDs each year in the United States, at an estimated cost of $15.9 billion annually to the national health-care system, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). - In 1999, there were 340 million new cases of STDs worldwide — syphilis, gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and trichomoniasis — in men and women ages 15-49, according to the WHO. - Financial support for a U.S. government program that funds low-cost, confidential family planning services is 61 percent lower today than it was in 1980, according to the Center for Reproductive Rights. The risk for sexually transmitted diseases is what initially motivated the editors to write their editorial. “The original inspiration for the piece came when I noticed that the CDC was running an STD awareness month (http://www.cdcnpin.org/stdawareness/sam.htm),” Susan Jones, one of the authors of the statement, told LiveScience. “When I started to think about sexually transmitted infections, and the burden of disease that they cause, I realized that inequities in sexual health cover a whole range of issues.” So the authors’ final statement focuses on five areas for action on sexual health, as initially outlined by the International Planned Parenthood Foundation — addressing unsafe abortions, access to services and information for marginalized individuals, access to contraception, advocacy for better legislation and services, and action on HIV/AIDS. To be sure, sexual-health awareness on a global scale is a large undertaking, and one that’s not going to be resolved quickly or easily. But by taking personal responsibility for sexual health and urging local leaders to spread the word, significant gains can clearly be made. - Video – AIDS Was Here Earlier - The History and Future of Birth Control - 10 Surprising Sex Statistics Mark is 44 years old and passionate nourishing advisor as well as expert in the range health, Fitness and medicine. His area of expertise includes the testing and evaluation of dietary supplements. With great care he publishes his self-tested experience reports, with which he would like to provide for a better clearing-up.	<urn:uuid:fda8fae1-2ba2-4609-a586-29a84e4ad3af>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/leaders-called-upon-to-support-sexual-health-0235/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571190.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810131127-20220810161127-00072.warc.gz	en	0.955203	743	2.859375	3
Crimea, the carbon bubble and climate change Two seemingly unrelated events suggest we might be at a tipping point for discussions about climate change. What does Russia’s effective capture of Crimea and a report from British MPs about a potential ‘carbon bubble’ in investment have in common? Russia is able to flex its considerable muscles in Crimea because much of Europe and the Ukraine depend on Russian gas. The fragile recovery in the eurozone could be easily disrupted if President Putin feels cornered and decides to turn off the gas. British MPs then issue a report concerning the so-called ‘carbon bubble’ in oil and gas stocks. Oil and gas companies make up a good percentage of investor portfolios and pensions. However, they are valued on assets they cannot extract safely and we certainly shouldn’t burn if we want to avoid runaway climate change, and the ruinous effect on our health from air pollution. Our dependence on fossil fuels allows countries that control the supply of oil and gas to act against international law. It means regimes that we might wish to sanction for being militarily aggressive, anti-democratic or despotic, are free to act with impunity. Fossil fuel dependence has been a source of multiple conflicts and thousands of deaths, both military and civilian. A country which is self-sufficient in abundant, distributed-generation, clean energy is harder to bully and unlikely to pursue expeditionary wars just to protect the flow of oil and gas. The experience in Iraq and Afghanistan might have dampened the US’s desire to fight wars, but becoming energy self-sufficient with shale gas has reduced the need to put troops on the ground in petroleum states. They no longer have a “dog in this fight“. Our dependence on fossil fuels means companies that cannot safely extract or even burn the resources upon which their valuations depend, threaten the portfolios and pensions of millions, and the economies in which they operate. Outdated thinking means oil and gas companies have to succeed by extracting resources from increasingly remote and fragile environments, lest we accept that there will be a major downward correction in global share values. The economic, environmental and societal degradations of fossil fuels have been legion to date. They could be catastrophic in the very near future. There is an alternative Moving towards a low-carbon, clean energy, energy efficient economy means less reliance on finite resources, with volatile prices from unstable or unsavoury regimes. It also creates a new, fast-growth, sector into which funds divested from fossil fuels can flow. A low-carbon, clean energy, energy efficient economy means enhanced national and global security and a sustainable industrial revolution with tens of thousands of new green collar jobs. More fundamentally, it addresses our disproportionate contribution to manmade climate change. The UK may only contribute 2% of global carbon emissions today but we have just under 1% of the people. Much of what we consume (we represent 3.5% of global GDP) is manufactured elsewhere, allowing us to offshore most of our emissions. Two of the six oil supermajors are UK-based. Our ingenuity created a fossil fuel-based industrial revolution, from which the world has benefited and then followed. Our ingenuity could lead and secure the sustainable industrial revolution that must now take place. Crimea and the carbon bubble shows us just how vital and urgent this transition really is. Register with Blue and Green To leave a comment on this article, fill in your details below to register, alternatively if you are already registered you can login here	<urn:uuid:2b4022c4-734a-4ba3-83b7-7d97d8301a5d>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://blueandgreentomorrow.com/features/crimea-the-carbon-bubble-and-climate-change/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988720238.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183840-00190-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.94485	723	2.34375	2
What is an invasive species? An invasive species enters or “invades” a foreign habitat. Invasive species have a negative effect on ecosystem by disrupting the native habitat, as they lack the checks and balances that control populations of native species. How did they get here? Invasive species can come to an area in many ways. They can be brought over as an ornamental plant, for food, or by accident. Many invasive plant species overshadow native species by having a longer seasonal growth cycle or being more aggressive than the native species that live in the same habitat. How can we get rid of them? Persistent control measures can remove invasive species. The Lake Champlain Land Trust and its dedicated volunteers are working hard to control invasive plants on our natural areas. Learn how to remove some of the prominent invasive plants in Vermont by clicking on the image: Buckthorn. Brought over from Europe as hedging material, Buckthorn is a shrub that grows on forest edges. It blooms early and keeps its leaves late into the fall, restricting the sunlight for native vegetation and preventing native trees and shrubs from growing in the understory. Poison Parsnip. A root vegetable from Europe and Asia that has escaped cultivation, poison parsnip now takes over open fields and roadsides. This plant can be very poisonous. The sap from the leaves can cause boils in the presence of sunlight. Honeysuckle. Native to parts of Asia, the honeysuckle shrub was brought to America as an ornamental. Their shallow and stretching roots and their long foliage period allow them to take over the native vegetation. Purple Loosestrife. A purple flower native to Europe, purple loosestrife invades wetlands and ditches. It produces millions of seeds every summer and soon takes over the entire ecosytem, choking out other plants. Since it is not a good food source for any wildlife, the wildlife gets pushed out with the native plants. Garlic Mustard. A biannual flowering plant for Europe and Western Asia, garlic mustard was brought over for food. It has escaped cultivation and is taking over forest ground-cover habitat. Garlic mustard also prevent beneficial soil bacteria from growing, negatively impacting nearly native plants. Water Chestnut. From China, water chestnut is a persistent invader in the southern part of Lake Champlain. It provides little nutritional value and blocks sunlight from entering the lake since it grows as thick mats on the surface.	<urn:uuid:54d714e7-6281-4533-b242-661001f61d7b>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.lclt.org/about-lake-champlain/biodiversity/invasive-species/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279489.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00011-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.934136	516	4	4
Faced with the impending closure of the City Centre Airport in Edmonton, Canada’s Alberta Aviation Museum has announced plans to split its collection and open a brand new museum. With just under two weeks to go before the airport’s last runway closes, the new museum, which will be housed at a 13-acre site at the Villeneuve Airport, was announced this weekend. Tom Hinderks, executive director of current museum, said the airport’s closure forced them to expand. “We basically had two options and it was either cut back the collection, cut back operations and dispose of artifacts or take a different point of view and push forward,” he said. Hinderks said the new museum, called the Alberta Flying Heritage Museum, will be much more interactive than the current one. For the complete story by Ryan Tumilty of Metro (Canada), click here. Photo by Alberta Aviation Museum	<urn:uuid:47bf16e4-9620-42b1-a5c5-7d518af663eb>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.flightjournal.com/blog/2013/11/18/alberta-museum-splitting-collection/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281353.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00069-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.953679	191	1.960938	2
Every process or project your team works on takes time and incurs a "cost" - the cost could be in the form of material, staff, or other investment. The triple constraint theory in project management says every project operates within the boundaries of scope, time, and cost. processing centre, Construction of farm building, sting of a concentrated feed plant etc. Here are 10 ways the Iron Triangle measures can destroy project success and business value: 1. At the same . Costs. The triple constraint is a critical project management concept that originates from the basis for undertaking a project and provides direction for framing the project. A change in one factor will invariably affect the other two. Project Cost Management Strategies. It has been given many names - the Project Management Triangle, Iron Triangle and Project Triangle. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. The project management triangle is made up of three variables that determine the quality of the project: scope, cost, and time. Both in our lives and in our work, quality is the defining factor in how we evaluate and are evaluated by others. The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) come into force in Great Britain on 6 April 2015. It is vital, right from the start of your project planning, to try to define the way in which each of these will affect your project. Every project puts pressure on the project manager's ability to manage and balance the three most significant restrictions on any project: quality (scope), cost (resources), and schedule (time), which form the Triple Constraint Triangle. It needs to undergo several processes and it also needs to consider a variety of quality standards and other measures to ensure that call-to-actions and strategies fit the requirements of the particular construction project. The idea is the effect of decisions concerning scope, cost, or time will impact the resulting quality. The most important issues in every construction project are scope, cost and schedule. Everything you need to know about construction quality and how to manage it. Apr. The Cost Scope triple constraint constitutes one of the primary building blocks of the project plan and is paramount to the Quality monitoring and controlling process group [3 . The Project Management Triangle (also known as Triple Constraint, Iron Triangle and "Project Triangle") is a model of the constraints of project management. An IDE provides a variety of tools for the programmer, and usually includes: Editor. The Cost of Quality (COQ) is the money spent dealing with issues during the project, and then after the project, to fix any failures. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget. Together they add up to a fixed set of expectations, a . At the centre, people will usually put either 'expectations' or 'customer satisfaction'. The above constraints affect the quality of the project delivery. Keywords: Value triangle, project management, building project, product integrity, process integrity 1. The triangle demonstrates how these three variables are linkedif one of the variables is changed, the other two must be adjusted in order to keep the triangle connected. An editor is used for writing the program. The whole premise of the Triple Constraints of project management is that the three factors of scope, time, and cost are inextricably linked. Success in project management has been traditionally associated with the ability of the constraint parameters of projects in scope, time, cost, and quality called iron triangle. Quality is affected and limited by Scope, Budget, and Timescale. Hence, there are many flaws in this project management triangle, which has made it unfit for today's dynamic project management world. It is an additional cost, but a full construction package reduces the unknowns and enables you to have confidence in your budget before work starts on site. Construction projects are a balance between cost, time and quality. 3. 09. Keywords: Value triangle, project management, building project, product integrity, process integrity 1. This allows project teams to ignore the business impacts of their detailed design decisions resulting in many potential benefits being . Plan like a pro 2. The PM can make trade-offs between constraints. Stakeholder Management. The Project Management Triangle is associated with three major factors that affect the results of a project. Use the project management triangle to your advantage A project allows a team, a company, or any organization attain a certain favorable outcome. Everything that goes into a construction build is dependent on a contract's quality plan. These three constraints, often referred to as the "project management triangle", are inter-dependent and are always competing. High quality is not always the primary objective for the . Quality is what separates the good from the bad. When added together, it equals the total COQ. being responsible for design as well as construction, it can be suitable for: all clients, including inexperienced clients complex projects and projects where functionality is a prime objective all clients, including inexperienced clients and those requiring distance from the project. But, it's an important factor that limits the project and impacts its measure of success. The triangle model also empowers project managers to measure external factors and forces and their effect on one or more "legs." These are broken up into two categories: cost of conformance and cost of nonconformance. It has been given many names - the Project Management Triangle, Iron Triangle and Project Triangle. The cost of conformance can be considered a preventive cost. Establish a change control process so that if changes occur, you can prevent scope creep. Assume that trade-offs are always possible. As your team handles various tasks throughout project execution, use work management software to ensure everyone is staying on track. That is the cold, hard definition of the unattainable triangle. Scope. We believe a robust quality plan inspires quality construction. Three Points Of A Project Management Triangle Include: Cost Scope Time These Three Constraints Are Interrelated. Projects must also meet customer quality expectations. Commands are automatically color coded by the IDE to identify command types. Cost Constraint The cost of the project includes the sum of all required materials, labor, and any additional elements required to complete the scope of the project within the required timeframe. Let's start with a definition. In most instances, the scope is identified initially to give the project the best chance of success. The triangle illustrates the relationship between three primary forces in a project. (Quality Control and Monitoring Project Report). Value - Your project's value should be measured by the stakeholders and what they expect. Pick two. For most programming languages an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) can be used to develop the program. The three constraints in a project management triangle are time, cost and scope. It also demonstrates what tradeoffs can and should be weighed and made. A project manager has to deal with many concerns simultaneously for project success. Effectively Using the Triple Constraint Triangle. When examining a process or beginning a new project, it's . If both time and money are restricted, then quality is likely to suffer. Come up with accurate estimates 4. Kanban: A Rising Project Management Tool to Streamline Workflow. Quality - The quality part of the triangle means you can deliver a reliable product by adapting to the customer's needs. An undervalued management tool The project triangle illustrates the process of balancing con- Pdf file which is related to Construction Quality Assurance & Quality Control PDF Download, Construction's Quality Assurance & Quality Control with Management. 3 Primary Elements of the Triangle 1. Normally set at the beginning of the project, a scope change in any one dimension will have an effect on at least one other dimension e.g. The project management triangle asserts that all three constraints of time, scope, and cost are interconnected, and any changes in one will affect the other two. Introduction The iron triangle models constraints of project management and these constraints are considered "iron" because you can't change one constraint without impacting the others. There is no free lunch in project management. The triangle has Scope, Cost, and Time on the corners with Quality in the middle. 10+ Construction Invoice Examples and Samples; 11+ Construction Proposal Examples; However, formulating a construction project plan is not an easy task. These costs are primarily related to training, the . Project management triangle is an old project management methodology. Project Life Cycle Every project, from conception to completion . Please briefly explain why you feel this question should be reported. Let us look at some of the drawbacks of project management triangle in the light of a . Let us look at some of the drawbacks of project management triangle in the light of a . Project management triangle is an old project management methodology. Triangle Building Company. When examining a process or beginning a new project, it's important to keep this reality in mind. It is . In an equilateral triangle, all three corners are equal, and projects come in on time and on budget, while addressing all of the needs originally expressed by project . CDM 2015 Regulations Using the Triple Constraint Triangle " You can have it good, fast, or cheap. The triangle is a push-pull series that project managers can use to better understand projects. Projects must meet the agreed scope - no more, no less. That means from the beginning of the project until the end, quality . Loss of focus. How do you balance the ever-changing demands of a project when you're constantly having to make choices between quality, cost, and time constraints? Constraints - Here, the three elements of the Iron Triangle appear - project scope, schedule, and cost. Following are the three most important project constraints beyond the management triangle: Quality: There's a modern school of project management that adds quality as one of the constraints, though it doesn't belong in the original triple constraints. What is evident about scope, time, cost, and quality is that they establish a system of constraints for the project manager, who is called to manage a set of interrelated elements of very different natures, in a context that usually limits the degree of freedom that can be exercised. While its origins are unclear, it has been used since at least the 1950s. The paper has four sections. The Project Management Triple Constraint. look at existing criteria against which project manage-ment is measured and proposes a new way to consider success criteria, called the Square Route. In an equilateral triangle, all three corners are equal, and projects come in on time and on budget, while addressing all of the needs originally expressed by project . Project Management Get More Information. Mar 22, 2018. They are: Scope. Quality is one of six major constraints of every project, as depicted in the classic triple constraint triangle, which also includes scope, time, and cost: Quality sits slightly apart from the other three project constraints appearing inside the triangle because it is almost always affected by any change to the other three. Schedule (or time) is at the top of the model (shaped like a triangle). Time. The Triple Constraints of Project Management in the Iron Triangle Project managers work within three project constraints: budget, scope and schedule. Here is the cost of quality formula potential PMP credential holders will need to be able to use: COQ = Cost of Conformance + Cost of Nonconformance (or failure costs) Understanding the cost of quality . cost certainty time predictability faster track The . . For example: If you increase the . Introduction The iron triangle (also called the project management triangle) is a concept based on the triple constraints of project management and an . "The triangle is a maxim that high-quality goods delivered quickly and efficiently to customers will always come at a higher price and vice versa.". The aim of the iron triangle was to provide project managers the required information for . But it is a powerful tool in the hands of a competent leader or professional. In marketing and advertising, this is referred to as the "unattainable triangle .". It may be noted that each of these projects differ in composition, type, scope, size and time. Construction Quality Management 101. Manage risk: Use risk analysis to identify, assess, and prepare for potential project risks. 2. How to Manage Project Management Triangle 1. If both time and money are restricted, then quality is likely to suffer. While some may see these as separate modes of thinking, they really areand should always be integrated . Construction projects are a balance between cost, time and quality. Think about iteveryone wants a high quality project that takes the least amount of time to build, at the lowest cost. It is an additional cost, but a full construction package reduces the unknowns and enables you to have confidence in your budget before work starts on site. Either way, this model prioritises the customer, rather than the product itself. The PM can make trade-offs between constraints. The concept usually appears as a triangle, with quality as the focal point and the three constraints forming the vertices. that presents all the critical project data that impacts the triple constraint. The project management triangle as it is sometimes known as a valuable tool for prioritizing and decision making. Sometimes, a diamond replaces the triangle with cost, time, scope, and quality making up the four vertices and customer expectations as a central theme (see Figure 2). When it comes to the cost quality time triangle, there's a common theme across all three constraints / priorities: investing in more detailed design (beyond the drawings needed for Planning / Building Control approval). Visualizing Project Constraints. What is the Iron Triangle of Project Management? These constraints are interrelated, so a strain on one of the constraints will affect one or more of the other constraints. this equilateral triangle is also referred as the "Quality triangle" of the project. You should note that the PMT can not and does not: Hold all the constraints. You should note that the PMT can not and does not: Hold all the constraints. The quality of the result is directly dependent on the time and cost you allow. Figure 1: The 6 project constraints. Project management star The triple constraints triangle (below) is used to show the tensions a project needs to balance when meeting its objectives. The products our team utilizes have been providing superior coverage for decades. E.g., either schedule must slip, quality must be lowered, and/or scope reduced. Hence, there are many flaws in this project management triangle, which has made it unfit for today's dynamic project management world. Scope is in the middle, and linkage bars connect to the three constraints of Quality, Time, and Cost. In a holistic approach , you Poorly managed projects, on the other hand, may result in missed deadlines, cost overruns, and poor quality projects. Every process or project your team works on takes time and incurs a "cost" - the cost could be in the form of material, staff, or other investment. . Scope is on the left of the triangle and budget (or cost) is on the right. PMI has always been committed to empowering project professionals to develop a robust set of skills, but project professionals now need a skillset inclusive of different disciplines and practices, as well as other in-demand skills. Project management is in essence the art, science and craft required to balance the scope schedule, budget, and quality constraints of the projects. The quality of the result is directly dependent on the time and cost you allow. Quality or scope factors represent the end deliverable of the project. 2. It is . If you change any one of the constraints of the iron triangle, the others are affected. These three elements of a project are known to work in tandem with one another. 2. Therefore, the Triple Constraint concept dictates that if you make any changes to any one side of the triangle, it will have effects . Changes in one constraint can have knock-on effects on other constraints. The project management triangle (called also the triple constraint, iron triangle and project triangle) is a model of the constraints of project management. Budget. Construction Project Manager Job Description. Quality Material Options. . It is often used as a throwaway tool in training courses. Quality is affected and limited by Scope, Budget, and Timescale. 1 - Time A project's activities can either take shorter or longer amount of time to complete. The idea behind the triangle is if a deadline for a specific stage is moved up, then there will be effects on the other two sides to make up for the constraints. Build it right the first time. Promote a smooth team communication 3. 2015. It is possible to have high quality and low cost, but at the expense of time, and conversely to have high quality and a fast project, but at a cost. Project management provides the guidance, controls, and best practices to ensure that a project starts, moves, and ends on a path of success to deliver that outcome with an acceptable quality. Build a cross-functional team Summing-up: FAQs What Is Project Management Triangle? The Project Management Triangle is associated with three major factors that affect the results of a project. When it comes to the cost quality time triangle, there's a common theme across all three constraints / priorities: investing in more detailed design (beyond the drawings needed for Planning / Building Control approval). In this awesome infographic from Under . Figure 2: Impact on any of Scope, Time (Schedule) and Cost may have an impact on Quality of deliverable Two other terms often used to refer to the iron triangle of project management, triple constraint and flexibility matrix, can help us better define this concept. There's a give-and-take relationship between scope, time, and cost. The project management diamond is essentially the triangle, but it lists scope and quality as two different factors. Utilizing the iron triangle concept can help project managers with these common problems. When one of these elements is extended or restricted . To help project professionals navigate this changing world of work and embrace smarter ways of working, we've . Completion of tasks depends on a number of factors such as the number of people working on the project, experience, skills, etc. Good, Fast, Cheap: The Modern Project Management Triangle. 2. The measures include little-to-no focus on the targeting or delivery of business benefits and value. So there could be a higher cost because of the decreased timeline. Three Points Of A Project Management Triangle Include: Cost Scope Time These Three Constraints Are Interrelated. . Triple Constraint is the time, scope and cost for a project: three. If the allowable cost is reduced, pressure is applied to one or more of the other three elements. Safety. Paired with trusted warranties and manufacturer certified installers, you can rest assured that you're receiving the highest quality building products for your project! that presents all the critical project data that impacts the triple constraint. Where one of these elements is restricted or extended, the other two elements will then also need to be either . The image below shows classic triple constraint triangle. Parting thoughts: The quality triangle allows you to control the other two factors if one is going haywire. Quality Analysis: Estimate cost of highest quality for activities. Pre-task planning . The original iron triangle, proposed by Dr. Martin Barnes in 1969, follows a waterfall approach to product development: scope is fixed and resources and time are variable. Quality Analysis: Estimate cost of highest quality for activities. The three main constraints of the iron triangle model include the following. High quality is not always the primary objective for the . They set out what people involved in construction work need to do to protect themselves from harm and anyone the work affects. Called the "Scope Triangle" or the "Quality Triangle" this shows the trade-offs inherent in any project. Time is the available time to deliver the project, cost represents the amount of money or resources available and quality represents the fit-to-purpose that . Let's See How: Let's say your client asks you Changes in one constraint can have knock-on effects on other constraints. Quality. QUALITY The quality of the initial installation of construction materials can be a key fac-tor in the profitability of many pro-jects. Figure 1. It contends that: The quality of work is constrained by the project's budget, deadlines and scope (features). 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Arya: Something not even they can accomplish. It is possible to speak the name of an object in the ancient language and summon its true form It takes years of work and great discipline, but the reward is complete control over the object." The magician would say the True name of an individual or object, and a copy of it/them would appear next to it/them. The magician would then have total command over their target. One could command the being to do practically anything, or control an object utterly. One did not necessarily have to learn essence summoning, however, in order to give anyone a command using their True name. Essence summoning required years to master, and Eragon was able to control Sloan without summoning his essence. It is theorized that the being could kill themselves by willing themselves not to obey the command until their body fails. However, this seems highly unlikely, as Sloan, who vowed to resist Eragon's command to the death, obeyed him when he invoked his true name. Role in the booksEdit When testing Eragon, the frustrated Twins gave him a test they knew would be beyond him; summoning the essence of silver. Arya arrived just before Eragon tried to summon the essence and stopped the magicians, scolding them for trying to make Eragon do something he wasn't experienced enough to do, something even they couldn't do. She then demonstrated her own powers by summoning the essence of silver herself. Much later, Eragon spoke of the subject of essence summoning with Glaedr, asking why Oromis had not covered the topic in his training. Glaedr explained that it was highly advanced magic, but of little practical use, and so there was no need for Eragon to try it at the time. Eragon then expressed a desire to use the spell, feeling that if there was one aspect of magic that he could do as well as anyone else could, then he might have a chance of defeating Galbatorix. With reluctance, Glaedr agreed, and Eragon performed the spell under his observation and Saphira's. He successfully cast the essence of his Rider's sword, Brisingr and admired the perfection of the duplicate sword before ending the spell. Glaedr explained that one did not need to use the true name of the object to perform this spell, so long as they fully understood the nature of the object they were summoning. The name merely serves as a label for the knowledge. Eragon completed the spell simply by stating "Brisingr" and making his intentions clear in his mind.	<urn:uuid:49d7d1f8-c226-4d86-9216-547879fb173d>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://inheritance.wikia.com/wiki/Essence_summoning	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560282926.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095122-00399-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.980167	527	1.945313	2
After the rejection of monarchy as an acceptable form of government, the various U.S. states that constituted themselves as the United States of America uniformly embraced the system of law with which they were most familiar—the English common law. Curiously, one of the principles derived from the English common law was the doctrine of rex non potest peccare, or “the king can do no wrong.” So, having established themselves around the basic proposition that they had been “wronged” by the then King of England, both the federal and the various state governments all firmly embraced the doctrine of sovereign immunity, whereby the state and federal governments took on the role of the “King” (for this purpose at least). The result of this doctrine is that unless a governmental entity consents (through legislation permitting suit) or is acting in some extra-governmental or unconstitutional capacity, your ability to sue or enforce a judgement against a governmental entity or official for anything is severely constrained. This can occasionally raise issues with respect to the enforceability of capital commitments from state pension funds, depending on the particular state sovereign immunity regime. One such example of contracts with state pension funds raising issues of immunity from suit and enforcement is the Texas case of TRST Corpus, Inc. v. Financial Center, Inc., 9 S.W.3d 316 (Tex. App. 1999), where a Texas court held that an affiliate of a Texas retirement fund could not be sued for money damages arising out of a breach of contract. Although the sovereign entity apparently waived its immunity from liability by entering into a contract with a private citizen, as the court explained, this alone was insufficient to permit an actual suit for money damages. While Texas cases appear to permit suits to determine or protect rights against a sovereign entity, they do not permit suits that actually seek money damages absent “[l]egislative consent for suit.” The idea that sovereign immunity can be used as a shield by governmental entities is one thing, but the idea that a governmental entity can use sovereign immunity as a sword to sever the benefits of applicable statutes of limitations is even more concerning. In Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System v. J. P. Morgan Securities LLC, No. 13-1729-11, a Tennessee Chancery Court recently determined that a law suit, filed by a state retirement system, more than 8 years after the alleged claims of fraud and negligent misrepresentation with respect to the purported sale of residential mortgage-backed securities, was not barred by Tennessee’s 3 year statute of limitations for such suits. And how was this remarkable determination made? Well, it was based upon another Latin phrase derived from the English common law and deemed applicable to the retirement system as a state agency—nullum tempus occurrit regi, which means “no time runs against the king.” According to the court, state agencies are different than everyone else—they have a royal pedigree, and as a result they are allowed, unlike private citizens, “to file suit and pursue whoever defrauded the State” whenever they “discern how and who defrauded the State.” And if the word defrauded makes you feel comfortable (because that could never apply to you), please note that the negligent misrepresentation claim, which would have otherwise been barred by the application of the statute of limitations for any other plaintiff, was also allowed to be maintained. Sovereign immunity can impact sponsors both in terms of what rights the sponsors have against the sovereign entities as well as in terms of what rights the sovereign entities have against the sponsors. And the law that governs the extent of the rights and protections enjoyed by these sovereign entities varies by state according to their applicable sovereign immunity regime.	<urn:uuid:69697c6a-e996-4195-9635-0c9ffdb9acd7>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=d8b536cf-b956-43cc-b234-6fd446fef2d9	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279410.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00174-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.958163	766	1.953125	2
Create new list suscribirse a la biblioteca en línea ISMN : 979-0-2325-4632-2 - Login to create your own lists Synaptic Cleft is the space between neurons used to transport neurotransmitters from one synapse to another in order to continue carrying the nerve impulse until it reaches its final destination. This piece describes musically a bipolar neuron as well as its synapse. Pages - 38	<urn:uuid:eb89be6b-b5a1-4774-825f-4dfec6d13e9a>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.babelscores.com/es/catalogs/instrumental/4739-synaptic-cleft	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570879.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809003642-20220809033642-00679.warc.gz	en	0.797652	105	2.40625	2
ENRG - Replacing batteries with butane cartridgesgreenspun.com : LUSENET : Current News : One Thread By Scott Kirsner Over a tasty lunch at Emma’s Pizza, Sam Schaevitz explains all the things that are wrong with rechargeable batteries. The litany will sound pretty familiar if you own a cell phone or laptop. Batteries die at the worst possible moments. They take too long to recharge. And after you’ve used them for a month or two, you start to notice that they don’t store quite as much juice as they once did. "There are no new technologies in the pipeline to provide a performance improvement in traditional batteries," says Schaevitz, a preternaturally-polished 22-year old Ph.D. candidate at MIT’s Microsystems Technology Lab. "Yet [consumer] electronics keep getting more power-hungry. To get further from here, it’s got to be a fuel-based device." Did you miss last week's column? Check the archive to stay up-to-date. By fuel-based, Schaevitz is thinking of a mini-generator that would run on butane cartridges, much like a cigarette lighter. The company he’s beginning to build, Lilliputian Systems, plans to offer generators the same size as today’s cell phone and laptop batteries, but with an increase in performance of at least ten-fold, and possibly as much as fifty-fold. "We don’t think a month of running time for a cell phone would be out of the question," Schaevitz says. Lilliputian’s generator is based on technology developed under DARPA sponsorship at MIT (the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency was also the Internet’s godfather). Here’s how it would work: the generator would take in butane, mix it with oxygen, and heat it up to 1000 degrees Celsius on a microchip about the size of a dime. The temperature increase splits the butane and oxygen mixture into carbon monoxide and hydrogen gas, which feed a solid oxide fuel cell that produces electricity. The by-products of the reaction are carbon dioxide and water, which Schaevitz says are "approximately one-fiftieth of [what’s] produced by a birthday candle." Schaevitz says Lilliputian’s generators would have useful lives of two to three years. Recharging would be instant -- just pop in a new butane cartridge. And performance wouldn’t degrade over the generator’s lifetime. Of course, there are questions. Like: how will the airlines react to a butane-powered laptop? Will another company working in this field, like Motorola or New Hampshire’s DEKA Research, deliver a comparable generator first? And can Lilliputian Systems, which right now consists of Schaevitz and Aleks Franz, a research scientist in the Microsystems Technology Lab, actually deliver a working prototype in 18 months, as they promise? The pair, who participated in this year’s MIT $50K Entrepreneurship Competition, are selectively circulating their business plan, looking for a CEO, and trying to raise enough money to hire a 12-person team to develop the prototype. Hal, Get Me a Table We’re just getting accustomed to the strange sight of someone walking down the street and talking into his cell phone via a little wire that dangles from one ear. It may take a bit longer to get used to seeing people converse with their handheld computers. Lewis Leiboh, a developer at Boston-based Lobby7, seems to realize that it’s a bit odd for him to be asking his Compaq iPaq to show him a menu for the Canaletto restaurant in Las Vegas. A few seconds after his somewhat sheepish request, the menu comes up. After a couple of attempts, he successfully requests a reservation for 7 p.m., and a message on the screen confirms it. It’s called a multi-modal interface, and it’s part of a research project being conducted by Lobby7 and Speechworks International. The idea is that as cellular phones and handheld computers converge, we’ll want to be able to ask for information either by speaking or by pointing and clicking, and receive that information either from an automated voice on the other end, or from a screen display. This project, like Lilliputian’s generator, is being funded by DARPA and has strong MIT roots. In a demo for DARPA officials next month, Speechworks CTO Michael Phillips and Hugo Barra, Lobby7’s director of innovation, will show a pretty nifty navigation app. Using the iPaq, you’ll be able to touch a spot on a graphical map and ask, `How do I get here?’ or `Show me the restaurants near here.’ The system will then be able to speak the directions to you step-by-step, waiting for you to say `next’ before moving on. It will also show a map of where you are as you complete each step. "We really think that every single application you need on the run will have to be multi-modal," says Barra. "You’ll want to speak and get either visual data or spoken data from your e-mail account, your brokerage, an airline’s reservation system." United Airlines is already a big customer of SpeechWorks’, and Barra observes that when asking for a list of all the daily flights from Boston to San Francisco, it would be more convenient to ask for them verbally but see them as a textual list. For Lobby7, the SpeechWorks partnership is part of a repositioning. The company launched last year out of the Roy family’s I-Group/HotBank incubator as a wireless consultancy, survived the incubator’s demise, and now employs nearly 30 employees. Founded by a group of friends from MIT, Lobby7 is now "all about multi-modal," Barra says. The problem with multi-modal applications is that they require a 2.5G wireless network, which is equally adept at handling voice and data at speeds of up to 144 kilobits per second. But 2.5G networks haven’t yet come online in the U.S., though that could happen as early as next year. Awaiting the roll-out of 2.5G networks will force Lobby7 to be patient. In the meantime, though, they’re talking with a handful of theme parks, resort operators, casinos, and sporting arenas ? places that could build their own enclosed 2.5G networks. Barra envisions high-rollers reserving seats for a show using a handheld provided by the casino, or premium customers at a theme park making an appointment to experience a popular attraction. Barra says Lobby’s first multi-modal client project will debut within a year. I’m a bit skeptical that building closed-loop wireless networks -- it would cost roughly $500,000 to do the FleetCenter -- and lending out handheld devices will be a smart business move for venue and resort owners, even though Barra insists that the first ones to do it will be "differentiated," creating a tighter bond with their best customers. But what’s most interesting about this project is how DARPA funding is underwriting R&D at SpeechWorks, a publicly-traded company, at a time when the company might not have the resources to invest in such forward-looking technology itself. "We wouldn’t have been able to do a project like this, which looks three to five years out, without the DARPA grant," says SpeechWorks CTO Phillips, who previously did research at MIT’s Lab for Computer Science, where much of the funding comes from DARPA. The grant for the multi-modal project is $1.3 million over three years. Laurels for Leaders The Massachusetts Interactive Media Council holds its fourth annual Interactive Leadership Awards ceremony this Wednesday at the Westin Copley. It’ll be emceed by MIMC chairman Larry Weber of Weber Public Relations Worldwide and MIMC president Scott Randall of FairMarket. Part of the event consists of MIMC’s annual meeting. Seven new members will join MIMC’s board, replacing five departing members. Up for ratification on Wednesday are Patti Maes of OpenRatings; Roger Letalien of IBM’s Center for e-Business Innovation in Cambridge; Jeremy Allaire of Macromedia; Tom Simons of Partners & Simons; Lisa DeSisto of Boston.com; Aaron Strout of Fidelity Investments; and Peter O’Neil of Nighthawk Communications. Scott Kirsner is a Boston freelance writer and a contributing editor at Wired and Fast Company magazines. 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One- and Two-Dimensional Analysis of Flow in Hotophia Creek, MSby Yafei Jia, Univ of Mississippi, University, United States, Carlos V. Alonso, Univ of Mississippi, University, United States, Abstract: A numerical experiment on the influence of a sand bar encroachment on the stream flow pattern is reported. The results of a two-dimensional analysis were compared with results of an equivalent one-dimensional analysis. For the condition being studied, the two dimensional model gave a more realistic depiction of flow around and over the bar, particularly near the area of maximum constriction. Subject Headings: Two-dimensional analysis \| Two-dimensional flow \| Rivers and streams \| Streamflow \| Channel flow \| Hydraulic models \| Two-dimensional models \| Shoals \| Hydrologic models \| Mississippi \| North America \| United States Services: Buy this book/Buy this article Return to search	<urn:uuid:17f3da00-dd86-475b-b325-553ca36c201b>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://cedb.asce.org/CEDBsearch/record.jsp?dockey=0089457	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279933.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00125-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.901059	186	1.6875	2
Compare book prices at 110 online bookstores worldwide for the lowest price for new & used textbooks and discount books! 1 click to get great deals on cheap books, cheap textbooks & discount college textbooks on sale. Despite the early interest of Freud and Ernest Jones, posttraumatic nightmares have long been exempt from psychodynamic investigation. The neglect is accounted for by one simple reason: posttraumatic nightmares have not been viewed as psychodynamic events at all. Rather, they have been assumed to be literal replays of trauma to which the dreamer was subjected; in Freud's terms, such nightmares have been understood as simple "manifest content" lacking and latent meaning. In Posttraumatic Nightmares, Melvin Lansky challenges this long-accepted view in the first comprehensive study of posttraumatic nightmares as true mental products rather than signs of posttraumatic reaction. Lansky's study draws on a unique research project. He and his colleagues compared nightmare texts with conscious reports of trauma in a population of 200 psychiatric inpatients hospitalized over a seven-year period. This project showed that patients' retelling of nightmare scenarios was significantly discrepant from the patients' waking accounts of their traumas. Furthermore, the distortions served the dream work in the manner of everyday dreams: they helped to screen out intolerable latent dream thoughts. Posttraumatic Nightmares is not only an empirically grounded expansion of psychoanalytic dream theory to the phenomena of posttraumatic nightmares. It is a refinement of dream theory per se. Enriching psychoanalytic theory with the insights of family systems theory, recent trauma research, and contemporary perspectives on affect, Lansky proceeds to a clinically compelling finding: that posttraumatic nightmares, understood psychodynamically, can play a major role in the treatment of trauma victims. 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The History of the Chevy LS Engine Series The LS platform is the latest in a long line of famous Chevy engines. Designed in 1997, the LS line has the great distinction of being the exclusive power plant of the Chevy Corvette, and powering several other high power rear wheel drive cars and trucks in Chevy’s lineup. The LS was designed from the ground up with a blank slate, but with the spirit of the small block V8 designed in 1954. The LS has been made in cast iron and all aluminum configurations to save weight in high performance situations. The LS is famous for its high power output compared and has been a popular choice for use in hot rods and even light aircraft. Here’s a few of the versions and changes over the life of the engine so far. The LS1 Debuts in the 1997 Corvette The Corvette came out in 1997 with an all new LS1 that produced an impressive 345 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. The engine in the Corvette was revised and refined with improved intake and exhaust manifolds to boost power to 350 hp and torque to 365 lb-ft. The engine was also used in the Camaro at the time. LS2 Becomes the Corvette Engine in 2005 While Chevy’s number system doesn’t make a whole lot of sense, this is how the LS has progressed. The LS2 is similar in many ways to the LS6 but with improved torque over a greater range of engine speeds. The compression was again raised to 10.9. The LS2 uses a smaller camshaft and adds 18 cubic inches and produces 400 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. Current LS Corvette Engines The Current and future models of the Corvette are still committed to the LS. However, they use several different variations including the LS3, LS7, and LS9. The LS3 is the current standard engine on the Corvette producing 430 hp and 424 lb-ft of torque. The LS9, the current engine used on the Corvette ZR1, is a 6.2L supercharged version of the LS3 that puts out 638 hp and 604 lb-ft of torque. Come visit Cox Chevy to test drive the fantastic power of the LS series engines in the 2013 Corvette and 2013 Chevy Camaro today.	<urn:uuid:5aead61d-a2fe-4c12-89fd-baa28235dfda>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	https://www.coxchevy.com/history-of-chevy-ls-engine-series/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279189.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00058-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.940015	470	2.296875	2
in the sense that This statement is the prime number theorem. An equivalent statement is where li is the logarithmic integral function. The prime number theorem was first proved in 1896 by Jacques Hadamard and by Charles de la Vallée Poussin independently, using properties of the Riemann zeta function introduced by Riemann in 1859. More precise estimates of are now known; for example where the O is big O notation. For most values of we are interested in (i.e., when is not unreasonably large) is greater than , but infinitely often the opposite is true. For a discussion of this, see Skewes' number. Table of π(x), x / ln x, and li(x) x π(x) π(x) − x / ln x li(x) − π(x) x / π(x) 10 4 −0.3 2.2 2.500 102 25 3.3 5.1 4.000 103 168 23 10 5.952 104 1,229 143 17 8.137 105 9,592 906 38 10.425 106 78,498 6,116 130 12.740 107 664,579 44,158 339 15.047 108 5,761,455 332,774 754 17.357 109 50,847,534 2,592,592 1,701 19.667 1010 455,052,511 20,758,029 3,104 21.975 1011 4,118,054,813 169,923,159 11,588 24.283 1012 37,607,912,018 1,416,705,193 38,263 26.590 1013 346,065,536,839 11,992,858,452 108,971 28.896 1014 3,204,941,750,802 102,838,308,636 314,890 31.202 1015 29,844,570,422,669 891,604,962,452 1,052,619 33.507 1016 279,238,341,033,925 7,804,289,844,393 3,214,632 35.812 1017 2,623,557,157,654,233 68,883,734,693,281 7,956,589 38.116 1018 24,739,954,287,740,860 612,483,070,893,536 21,949,555 40.420 1019 234,057,667,276,344,607 5,481,624,169,369,960 99,877,775 42.725 1020 2,220,819,602,560,918,840 49,347,193,044,659,701 222,744,644 45.028 1021 21,127,269,486,018,731,928 446,579,871,578,168,707 597,394,254 47.332 1022 201,467,286,689,315,906,290 4,060,704,006,019,620,994 1,932,355,208 49.636 1023 1,925,320,391,606,803,968,923 37,083,513,766,578,631,309 7,250,186,216 51.939 1024 18,435,599,767,349,200,867,866 339,996,354,713,708,049,069 17,146,907,278 54.243 1025 176,846,309,399,143,769,411,680 3,128,516,637,843,038,351,228 55,160,980,939 56.546 1026 1,699,246,750,872,437,141,327,603 28,883,358,936,853,188,823,261 155,891,678,121 58.850 The value for π(1024) was originally computed by J. Buethe, J. Franke, A. Jost, and T. Kleinjung assuming the Riemann hypothesis. It was later verified unconditionally in a computation by D. J. Platt. The value for π(1025) is due to J. Buethe, J. Franke, A. Jost, and T. Kleinjung. The value for π(1026) was computed by D. B. Staple. All other entries in this table were also verified as part of that work. Algorithms for evaluating π(x) A simple way to find , if is not too large, is to use the sieve of Eratosthenes to produce the primes less than or equal to and then to count them. A more elaborate way of finding is due to Legendre: given , if are distinct prime numbers, then the number of integers less than or equal to which are divisible by no is (where denotes the floor function). This number is therefore equal to when the numbers are the prime numbers less than or equal to the square root of . In a series of articles published between 1870 and 1885, Ernst Meissel described (and used) a practical combinatorial way of evaluating . Let , be the first primes and denote by the number of natural numbers not greater than which are divisible by no . Then Given a natural number , if and if , then Using this approach, Meissel computed , for equal to 5×105, 106, 107, and 108. In 1959, Derrick Henry Lehmer extended and simplified Meissel's method. Define, for real and for natural numbers and , as the number of numbers not greater than m with exactly k prime factors, all greater than . Furthermore, set . Then where the sum actually has only finitely many nonzero terms. Let denote an integer such that , and set . Then and when ≥ 3. Therefore, The computation of can be obtained this way: where the sum is over prime numbers. On the other hand, the computation of can be done using the following rules: Using his method and an IBM 701, Lehmer was able to compute . Further improvements to this method were made by Lagarias, Miller, Odlyzko, Deléglise and Rivat. Other prime-counting functions Other prime-counting functions are also used because they are more convenient to work with. One is Riemann's prime-counting function, usually denoted as or . This has jumps of 1/n for prime powers pn, with it taking a value halfway between the two sides at discontinuities. That added detail is because then it may be defined by an inverse Mellin transform. Formally, we may define by where p is a prime. We may also write where Λ(n) is the von Mangoldt function and The Möbius inversion formula then gives The Chebyshev function weights primes or prime powers pn by ln(p): Formulas for prime-counting functions Formulas for prime-counting functions come in two kinds: arithmetic formulas and analytic formulas. Analytic formulas for prime-counting were the first used to prove the prime number theorem. They stem from the work of Riemann and von Mangoldt, and are generally known as explicit formulas. We have the following expression for ψ: Here ρ are the zeros of the Riemann zeta function in the critical strip, where the real part of ρ is between zero and one. The formula is valid for values of x greater than one, which is the region of interest. The sum over the roots is conditionally convergent, and should be taken in order of increasing absolute value of the imaginary part. Note that the same sum over the trivial roots gives the last subtrahend in the formula. For we have a more complicated formula Again, the formula is valid for x > 1, while ρ are the nontrivial zeros of the zeta function ordered according to their absolute value, and, again, the latter integral, taken with minus sign, is just the same sum, but over the trivial zeros. The first term li(x) is the usual logarithmic integral function; the expression li(xρ) in the second term should be considered as Ei(ρ ln x), where Ei is the analytic continuation of the exponential integral function from positive reals to the complex plane with branch cut along the negative reals. valid for x > 1, where The sum over non-trivial zeta zeros in the formula for describes the fluctuations of , while the remaining terms give the "smooth" part of prime-counting function, so one can use as the best estimator of for x > 1. The amplitude of the "noisy" part is heuristically about , so the fluctuations of the distribution of primes may be clearly represented with the Δ-function: An extensive table of the values of Δ(x) is available. Here are some useful inequalities for π(x). - for x ≥ 17. The left inequality holds for x ≥ 17 and the right inequality holds for x > 1. Pierre Dusart proved in 2010: - for , and - for . Here are some inequalities for the nth prime, pn. - for n ≥ 6. The left inequality holds for n ≥ 1 and the right inequality holds for n ≥ 6. An approximation for the nth prime number is In his well-known notebooks, Ramanujan proves that the inequality holds for all sufficiently large values of . The Riemann hypothesis The Riemann hypothesis is equivalent to a much tighter bound on the error in the estimate for , and hence to a more regular distribution of prime numbers, - Bach, Eric; Shallit, Jeffrey (1996). Algorithmic Number Theory. MIT Press. volume 1 page 234 section 8.8. ISBN 0-262-02405-5. - Weisstein, Eric W. "Prime Counting Function". MathWorld. - "How many primes are there?". Chris K. Caldwell. Retrieved 2008-12-02. - Dickson, Leonard Eugene (2005). History of the Theory of Numbers, Vol. I: Divisibility and Primality. Dover Publications. ISBN 0-486-44232-2. - Ireland, Kenneth; Rosen, Michael (1998). A Classical Introduction to Modern Number Theory (Second ed.). Springer. ISBN 0-387-97329-X. - "Tables of values of pi(x) and of pi2(x)". 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2010 Eckert-Mauchly Award ACM, IEEE Computer Society Honor Visionary for Advancing the State of Parallel Processing Beyond the Mainstream The Association for Computing Machinery Advancing Computing as a Science & Profession Dally Pioneered Stream Architecture to Improve Image, Video, and Digital Signal Processing New York, May 12, 2010 -- The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the IEEE Computer Society (IEEE-CS) will jointly present the Eckert-Mauchly Award to William J. Dally of NVIDIA Corp. for his innovative contributions to the architecture of interconnection networks and parallel computers. The Eckert Mauchly Award www.computer.org/portal/web/awards/Eckert http://awards.acm.org/eckert_mauchly is known as the computer architecture community’s most prestigious award. Dally developed the system and network architecture, signaling, routing, and synchronization technology that is found in most large parallel computers today. He also introduced the Imagine processor, which employs stream processing architecture, providing high- performance computing with power, speed, and efficiency. Dally will receive the 2010 Eckert-Mauchly Award at the International Symposium on Computer Architecture http://isca2010.inria.fr/ which runs from June 19-23, in Saint-Malo, France. Early in his career, Dally recognized the limitations of serial or sequential processing to cope with the increasing need for processing power in order to solve complex computational problems. He perceived the ability of parallel processing, in which many processing cores, each optimized for efficiency, can work together to solve a problem. Historically, parallel processing architecture was used to model difficult scientific engineering problems in environmental science, biotechnology and genetics as well as geology and seismology. Today, strong commercial demands provide a driving force for parallel processing applications in data mining, oil exploration, Web search engines, medical imaging and diagnosis, pharmaceutical design, and financial and economic modeling. Parallel processing also enables continued scaling of computing performance in the current energy-constrained environment. Dally joined NVIDIA in 2009 as Chief Scientist and Senior Vice President of Research. From 2005-2009, he served as chair of Stanford University’s Computer Science Department, where he has been a computer science professor since 1997. Prior to his Stanford affiliation, Dally led a group at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology that built the J-Machine and the M-Machine, parallel machines that pioneered the separation of mechanism from programming models. Previously at California Institute of Technology, he designed the MOSSIM Simulation Engine to provide the computing power required to verify complex Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) chips. He also designed the Torus Routing chip, a self-timed chip that reduces the latency of communications that traverse more than one channel. A co-founder of Velio Communications and Stream Processor, Inc., Dally has published more than 200 papers and holds over 75 issued patents. He is the author of two textbooks, Digital Systems Engineering and Principles and Practices of Interconnection Networks. A Fellow of ACM http://fellows.acm.org/, IEEE, http://www.ieee.org/membership_services/membership/fellows/index.html and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, he received the 2000 ACM Maurice Wilkes award and the 2004 IEEE Computer Society Seymour Cray Computer Engineering Award. Dally received a B.S. degree from the Virginia Institute of Technology and an M.S. from Stanford, both in electrical engineering. His Ph.D. in computer science is from Caltech ACM and the IEEE Computer Society co-sponsor the Eckert-Mauchly Award, which was initiated in 1979. It recognizes contributions to computer and digital systems architecture and comes with a $5,000 prize. The award was named for John Presper Eckert and John William Mauchly, who collaborated on the design and construction of the Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer (ENIAC), the first large scale electronic computing machine, which was completed in 1947. ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery www.acm.org, unites computing educators, researchers and professionals to inspire dialogue, share resources and address the field’s challenges. ACM strengthens the computing profession’s collective voice through strong leadership, promotion of the highest standards, and recognition of technical excellence. 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Choosing a Dog Shampoo Best Dog Shampoo Like choosing a shampoo for yourself, you want to make sure that you get the right shampoo for your dog and his coat. Not every shampoo will be beneficial for every dog, as the wrong shampoo can potentially cause a skin reaction, which can range from mild to severe. One key that you want to remember is that you SHOULD NOT use human shampoo. The shampoo that you use on yourself or your children does not have the correct acidic pH level that is appropriate for your dog. Your dog can have an irritation, especially with repeated use, as human shampoo has a pH that is too low for your dog. When choosing a dog shampoo, you want to consider the following tips. First determine you're your dog's skin type. - If you see flaking, then your dog has dry skin. - If you see oil residue when you rub through his coat, then your dog has oily skin. - If you don't see flaking or oil residue, then your dog has normal skin. 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Cellulose is what alot of contractors do, but in a 100 yr old house that the basement is not sealed well, Do Not do it. Cellulose is paper and is dusty. You will have a permanent dust problem of chemicaly treated dust in your house. Fibergass blown in is better, but best is foam. Icynene foam will seal, not turn to dust and insulate more effectivly because it is cured solid to the wood and is a moisture barrier. Icynene is R 3.5 - 4.5.per inch or so. A poly urethane can be used but it needs some time to outgass. But it is a much higher R value than Icynene foam. Cellulose = dust. Your old house is not sealed well, I know people who now have major dust problems from cellulose. Cellulose is paper that deteriorates to dust when used dry. There are new types of Cellulose aplications that use a glue binder and go in wet. But in rehab it can mold before it is cured, in new construction it is OK. Foam costs more but the payback will be quicker and worth the cost and future cleanliness . Dont jump into it, research it your self.	<urn:uuid:51c3d6db-09b4-4b65-801f-8fce5bcb9362>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	https://www.homeownershub.com/maintenance/insulation-suggestions-577281-.htm	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280242.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00074-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.934395	284	1.992188	2
Wall Street Memo To Clients: Actual unemployment is 37.2%, ‘misery index’ worst in 40 years If you listened to the media and the Obama Administration, you’d think the economy is recovering. Meanwhile, 20% of Americans are on food stamps. If that doesn’t make sense to you, it’s because — surprise, surprise — the economy actually isn’t doing so well. Don’t believe the happy talk coming out of the White House, Federal Reserve and Treasury Department when it comes to the real unemployment rate and the true “Misery Index.” Because, according to an influential Wall Street advisor, the figures are a fraud. In a memo to clients provided to Secrets, David John Marotta calculates the actual unemployment rate of those not working at a sky-high 37.2 percent, not the 6.7 percent advertised by the Fed, and the Misery Index at over 14, not the 8 claimed by the government. Marotta, who recently advised those worried about an imploding economy to get a gun, said that the government isn’t being honest in how it calculates those out of the workforce or inflation, the two numbers used to get the Misery Index figure. “The unemployment rate only describes people who are currently working or looking for work,” he said. That leaves out a ton more. “Unemployment in its truest definition, meaning the portion of people who do not have any job, is 37.2 percent. This number obviously includes some people who are not or never plan to seek employment. But it does describe how many people are not able to, do not want to or cannot find a way to work. Policies that remove the barriers to employment, thus decreasing this number, are obviously beneficial,” he and colleague Megan Russell in their new investors note from their offices in Charlottesville, Va. …“These tricks, along with a host of other dubious accounting schemes, underreport inflation by about 3 percent,” they wrote, adding that the official inflation rate is just 1.24 percent. Barack Obama’s presidency may be the single biggest misfortune this country : has ever encountered. Whether this country will ever recover from the damage he’s doing is an open question.	<urn:uuid:c195f8cf-3ed0-4f81-af2f-fc5c7fe20795>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://rightwingnews.com/barack-obama/wall-street-memo-to-clients-actual-unemployment-is-37-2-misery-index-worst-in-40-years/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280825.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00199-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.937501	480	1.539063	2
Linux comes in many different flavors or ‘distros’. Linux distribution is a package of components that can be installed in a user’s machine. It includes the kernel, libraries, device drivers, core utilities, and applications. API Gateway is a fully managed API endpoint service that creates, manages, publishes, monitors, secures, and scales APIs. API Gateway can use other AWS services (Lambda, DynamoDB) for compute and store. API (Application Programming Interface): Applications use APIs to communicate with other applications. Lambda is a FaaS (Function as a Service) product where you can upload your code and create functions. Functions are invoked by events and can be executed for up to 15 minutes. AWS Lambda lets you run code – for virtually any type of application or backend service – without provisioning or managing servers. You pay only for the compute time you consume—there is no charge when your code is not running. You can set up your code to automatically trigger from other AWS services, or you can call it directly from any web or mobile app.	<urn:uuid:f96fb9dc-ee4e-48b5-93d4-e9ad13787c5d>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://pyongwonlee.com/author/pyongwonlee/page/23/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572212.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815205848-20220815235848-00469.warc.gz	en	0.88986	227	2.09375	2
Q: My daughter has a huge sweet tooth! How do I prevent her from eating too much sugar around the holiday season? A:The amount of sugar our children are consuming is at an all time high. In fact, the average child consumes approximately 29 teaspoons of sugar per day! With the consumption of soft drinks doubling in the past 25 years and refined flours and packaged products at an all time high, sugar consumption is wreaking havoc on the younger generation. Children naturally enjoy sweet tasting food. Unfortunately, a majority of food found in our grocery stores is overloaded with white sugar. For example, the average pop contains nine to11 teaspoons of white sugar! How do you know if a food item contains sugar? Look at the ingredient list, which is listed in order of most to least. If the first one or two words list "glucose", "sugar", or "high fructose corn syrup" the food item in question is mainly made up of sugar. Eating too much sugar and refined flours in the diet can be linked to several health conditions in children such as: • Type 2 diabetes • Food allergies • Behavioural issues (such as ADD) • Dental decay • Low energy/mood swings • Stomach upset During the holiday season, with cookies and cakes swirling around, children tend to eat more than their share of sugar. In order to reduce the amount they consume and still provide your little ones with holiday fun food, simply offer your children sweet and healthy treats such as the following. Healthy treats for the kids Fruit and dips Children love to dip their food, especially when it's into chocolate. Cut up strawberries, apples, pears and bananas and allow your child to dip it into dark chocolate which has been shown to be good for health! Make homemade oatmeal or chocolate chip cookies with whole grain flour that can be found in most bulk food sections. Cut the amount of sugar the recipe calls for in half – your child will never taste the difference. Healthy trail mix Visit the bulk section of your grocery store and create a trail mix that contains nuts, seeds, raisins and a few chocolate chips or M&Ms for a sweet surprise. Visit your local health food store and invest in a chocolate protein powder that has been naturally sweetened. Add ½ cup of soymilk or low fat milk, ½ banana, 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder and some crushed ice to your blender and blend on high for 60 seconds. Voila! Your child will enjoy a creamy chocolate delight! Remember, even with the suggestions above, your child will likely fall off the health wagon a bit more than usual during the holiday season. Do not fret if they do, it is bound to happen. I have met far too many parents who are overly strict with their children's diet and have created sugar monsters as a backlash effect. Allow your child to indulge a bit so they do not feel deprived and compensate at home by stocking your cupboards with healthy, nourishing foods. Dr. Joey Shulman D.C., RNCP, is author of Winning the Food Fight (Wiley 2003) and The Natural Makeover Diet (in stores Jan. 2006). For more information, visit www.drjoey.com.	<urn:uuid:114f4226-7617-4575-91f7-a97ac103584d>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.canadianliving.com/health/nutrition/article/ask-an-expert-curbing-a-child-s-holiday-sweet-tooth	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281450.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00182-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.945199	675	2.921875	3
The World Wide Web had quietly been implemented less than a year after the Soviet Union broke up. Still, by 1993, when the first editionof Ashamed of the Gospel hit the shelves, no one but the earliest Internet insiders had even heard about the Web—much less seen it. Most people had no clue how quickly or how drastically the Web would alter the world as we knew it. I remember being told at a strategic planning retreat in 1996 that the World Wide Web would eventually become the primary vehicle for the dissemination of our radio broadcast and recorded sermons. (At the time, radio and cassette tapes were still the only media we were using for audio content.) When the men at Grace to You who stay abreast of new technologies predicted that within twenty years or so cassette tapes would be a totally dead technology, I thought they were exaggerating. “You can’t access the Internet in a car,” I pointed out. “Even if you could, who wants to carry a computer on the car seat, when it’s so much more convenient to pop in a cassette tape?” Technology is clearly not my forte. The speed with which the world has caught onto the new media is mind-boggling. The convenience and velocity of Internet communications have changed almost every facet of how we live. The easy availability of so much information (and misinformation) has profoundly altered the way people learn and think and make decisions. Meanwhile, the ease, immediacy, and affordability of Internet publishing has leveled the playing field between pundits and the proletariat. Anyone can start a blog, for free. Anyone with a computer (or cell phone) and an Internet connection can instantly broadcast his every opinion worldwide. Novices and scholarly authorities alike can employ the same media. Those who are most adept at gathering an audience are the ones who are being heard, not necessarily those most qualified to speak. So many opinions and so much information all moving so quickly means a simple, off-the-cuff sound bite may be a thousand times more influential than a meticulously-researched treatise. In fact, whether something is true or false is usually deemed less important than the way the idea is communicated. (Today’s marketing strategies are based on that assumption.) Most people naturally prefer a punchy one-liner to a carefully-written essay. So style takes precedence over content in almost every venue. Sound-bites are simply easier to swallow than a serious discourse. That reality is reflected in the way we digest the news, the way our politicians run their campaigns, and even the way people manage personal relationships. Text-messages are probably the most common form of communication between individuals. “Power-dating” has replaced courtship. “Quality time” is seen as a substitute for real parenting. The typical radio talk show invites listeners to call in, but the host invariably cuts callers off rudely if they can’t make a cogent point in four seconds or less. Interviewers on network television do the same thing to guests they invite to participate in panel discussions, squandering the panelists’ expertise in favor of keeping the show moving at a pace no one can really keep up with anyway. It’s the show, not the substance, that matters. The quest for a bigger audience-share trumps the truth. (And isn’t that exactly like the philosophy that drives so many contemporary churches?) I’ve participated in several of those televised panels, and sometimes the panelists are physically scattered across the continent, unable to see one another and barely able to make out the other speakers’ sound-bites in those discreet earpieces. Even that doesn’t matter. As long as the camera gives the impression of bringing many points of view face to face, the goal has been met. So what if no one gets to say more than half a sentence at a time? Our culture has simply lost patience with reasoned discourse and careful exposition. It is not without significance that the most popular form of communication on the Internet at the moment is Twitter—an application that lets users broadcast their thoughts to the entire world in pithy quips. Each “Tweet” has a 140-character limit, and millions of them are sent every week. It’s the next logical step in the evolution of the new media. Blogs have already begun to fade from the limelight. (The average blogpost is three paragraphs. Too wordy.) Attention spans are getting shorter, literacy has suffered dramatically, and logic itself is frequently dismissed as unnecessarily pedantic. The Web is well-suited to a culture where what we “feel” is deemed more important than what we “think.” The Internet hosts millions of forums where people trade opinions and aphorisms, and these often become the electronic-data equivalent of acrimonious yelling matches. Internet forums are notorious for the profanity and hostility that dominate them. If you want vivid proof of human depravity in abundance, eavesdrop on practically any unmoderated Internet forum, including the ones devoted to discussing theology. The Internet has created an ideal environment for postmodernism to flourish and spread—not in spite of all those shortcomings but precisely because of them. #1 Posted by Ed Rudd \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at What amazes me is that even though I am a product of the effort to dumb down our society with twisted facts involving everything from evolution and history to using school kids as pawns with the church state division lie, along with a family history rooted in legalism, that God would find a way to burst through the accumulated clutter with the Truth and save a lie propagator like me. Amazing- Amazing Grace #2 Posted by Charles Carroll \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Isn't it amazing that, in this modern age of abundant technology, that we are becoming more illiterate as a society? Many of the "kids" who are the peers of my children have trouble understanding and communicating the written word. As a preschool teacher, I wonder where the kids I teach now will be in 10 years! It's infiltrating the church, too! Easy Christianity without reading the Word for yourself. It's like a present day Sodom & Gamorrah. #3 Posted by James Chappell \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at As a wordy blog-writer who has slowly pared down my messages to a few short paragraphs so as to overcome the attention span barrier, I see one possible consequence of "tweets"... With the short phrase communication comes an easier chunk of words to translate. Though the Prince of the power of the air benefits from the advancement of communication technology, it is God Almighty who will have a witness for His word! Take heart, there are two sides to every coin :) #4 Posted by Richard Miller \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at How do we teach our children to work for knowledge? Even the volumes of biblical resources pastor's require in their sermon preparation are available in binary code. An entire libray on a memory stick. #5 Posted by Ryan Rosene \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at It is amazing athow much the internet is being used today. I like tothink of it in terms of this: backbefor the NT era, God was placing Greek as the common language to the known world, and so now the internet is the common means to share information and everything else to all who will listen. But this also draws in the importance of good hermaneutics as we all discussed last week. Discernment is now more needed than ever becasue as John MacArthur pointed out, whoever has the skills to draw crowds to listen are not necessatily qualified to speak. Another branch of ministry has been born with the popularity of the web. I think it is amazing. What is God going to do next? I stand in awe. #6 Posted by Bill Ziegler \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Proliferating 'is giving life' Ignorance 'the condition or state of being unaware, uneducated or uninformed' Put together you have the argument, the results and the state of medical marijuana programs. Or maybe today's educational system where yesterdays B student is today's A to yesterday's F is today's D. Did the government pull 'em up a level or drop 'em a level and do they know? #7 Posted by Scott Rick \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at This generation of the young ones today are absolutely being bombarded with the relentless schemes of the evil one. Society today is cultivating a thoughtless, lazy and preoccupied nation thru the drug and entertainment industries. Its lead by decieved undiscerning adults spewing corrosive and damning ideologies and the internet provides a faster broader spectrum for that. Kids today will naturally go along with the masses because its easier and for fear of making a judgement call. We have become so politically correct that our youth will be swimming in a massive state of confusion where right and wrong will be so closely related that you cant tell where one ends and the other starts. As adults, we need to do our homework and have answers for these young ones that have questions that might not be tolerated anywhere else. We have to spur some thought in these kids and have solid answers for them. That will not get done through idleness on our part. Like Pastor MacArthur said, Truth is a battleground. Thank you again Pastor for expositing the Truth and equipping us for the battle! #8 Posted by Douglas Mollett \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at From a sheer economic standpoint, without the continued blessing of the LORD JESUS CHRIST, America is doomed to fall into obscurity perhaps this generation. Lets face it, India(i get this info from Dr. Jack Van Impe) has more college level graduates then the entire population of America combined! Also, Japan requires their students to be educated year round, whereas we Americans give our children summer vacations. I did a study not too long ago that Pastor Macarthur gave concerning God's wrath(as found in Romans chapter 1:18-32). In that study, it is revealed that one of the ways GOD displays wrath is to simply remove HIS hand of blessing, and allows a nation (or nations) to simply run its course to its eventual demise (Prov 14:34; Ps 9:17). As Pastor John shows in his blog here, our education leaves much to be desired(I myself am not guiltless, i have only a GED with some college credits). Father forgive us for forgetting about you, and may we humble ourselves and pray and seek your face(2 Chron 7:14) in Jesus name, amen. #9 Posted by Bill Grandi \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at I came to blogging late (only been blogging about 2 1/2 years). I enjoy it because it gives me an outlet for my thoughts and writing. I consider it a hobby. I don't Twitter or FB and have no plans to do so. Keeping up with someone's daily habits is not something I am interested in. Technology has been both blessing and bane to the church. We need to use it wisely in spreading Truth. #10 Posted by John Kelsie \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at I think it is awesome that due to technology there are so many resources that can be obtained nowadays in regards to studying the Word. The internet makes so many bibles, commentaries, dictionaries, concordances etc. available to the public and at no charge. Add to that ministries like GTY and it is almost impossible not to be a Berean! (almost) Folks need to be ashamed of themselves they way they interpret the bible when so many resources are readily available and most for no charge. It makes me respect our forefathers all the more for doing so much with the resources they had. “There is no excuse for ignorance when knowledge is available.” #11 Posted by Jonathan Akers \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Good post John, at least I think it was....I kinda lost my focus and wasn't able to finish reading it. Just kidding. Technology is an awesome way to advance the Word of God and I'm very thankful to GTY for taking advantage of the latest technology. Especially grateful to the board for voting in favor of making the sermon downloads free! For those of us with no good expositional teaching nearby it is truly a blessing! #12 Posted by Bryan Chasteen \| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at I don't think there is anything more to say here. Wow. John, I think you are right and it is a joy to read these insightful thoughts on our world today. I think your blog and everything you do is just such a huge blessing to me and some of my friends. I don't know where a lot of us Christians would be without your straight-forward Bible teaching. Well, I know where I would be and thank God that he has ordained you for this work. That comment about blogs fazing out is pretty right on track to. We seem to be dumbing ourselves down at a surprising rate. #13 Posted by William Howard \| Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at A phrase "wilfully ignorant" in 2 Peter chapter 3 comes to mind. As a 30 year plus correctional professional, I have experienced my share of offenders that have come before a judge or judgement panel with some form of the excuse "I didn't know ..." when, in fact, the closer truth is that they didn't want to know. I suspect the same "excuse" is in mind at present in those that are in the process of perishing. I say this not in haughtiness, but with a profound sense of sorrow. #14 Posted by Lynda Ochsner \| Friday, February 12, 2010 at Yes, I have to agree, from everything I've observed with Facebook and blogs, etc. A lot of blogs now just have links to video clips, as people would rather be entertained by watching something than even taking the effort to read. I have my own blog as a hobby (only started just over a year ago), a way to write about the things I learn through Bible reading and study -- but so few people are interested in reading anything longer than a paragraph, and increasingly some of the blogs I visit have shorter and shorter postings.It's a pity, that the Internet technology brings such great access to good Bible study resources, some really great material that the average Christian could not have even dreamed of even 15 years ago -- but the vast majority of people have become even lazier and do not avail themselves of the opportunity. #15 Posted by Sherry Ginther \| Friday, February 12, 2010 at I have enjoyed your teaching going on two decades now, Mr. MacArthur. Thank you for your tenacity in hanging on to the pure Word of the gospel, and thank you for sticking to only one or two versions of scripture. I won't get too deep into the semantics of all the different English Bible versions as a means of causing chaos - there are presently some 20 versions. How are we to be of one mind, if we can't recognize scripture being read (isn't the best way to defeat a foe, to divide and conquer?). How does having a plethora of English versions of scripture, and most of them unrecognizable in their entirety, aid in evanglizing the lost? It has only served to confuse and discourage new believers. Most of these versions are not easy to memorize either. If commodity was supposed to bring in new converts, it's failing miserably. All I can see is $$ signs in the eyes of many of these copyrights. (No offense meant Mr. MacArthur, your study Bible is actually made to teach the flock. It's not just a little 5 minute feelgood, "There I've read the Bible for today," devotion. I would like to comment about the "education or lack of education" of America. Education in and of itself is not a Panacea of blessing. Scipture says, "too much knowledge puffs up". The people who tamed our Alberta prairie wilderness 100 years ago most likely had no more than a 3rd-8th grade education (which was probably equivalent to a 1st year college, presently). However, case in point, they took pride in a job well done, based on the fact that the Lord said we were made to work and we work for Him, and so that's how many did it - for Him. Our ancestors here in this North American continent were hard workers, tenacious, fearless, individuals who when there was a job presented to them, took said task in hand and completed it. There were no surveys, or polls to see if it was feasible, or how it would benefit the City Council... most of the cities here in the west were the size of a large town. They faced famine, disease, loss of livestock, loss of loved ones..... and most of all loneliness. These prairies are still sparsely populated in comparison to much of the world. You can drive for miles, and miles between our wheat fields looking for the honesteads that the lands belong to. I am not belittling education; however, our society has produced some of the most uninformed, superstitious, lacking in common-sense "scholars" ever in the history of education, given the volume of information that is actually available. Most University students cannot spell as well as my Grandmother could, much to their shame (and she did not graduate). The issue of lack of common-sense among the scholarly elite is rather embarassing as well. The mejority of ordinary tradesmen i.e.; Journeyman Technicians in Heavy-Duty Mechanics, Tool and Die, Automotive, Carpentry, and such the like put many of our "educated" people to shame with their problem solving abilities and talents for seeing things as they really are. It is was not my purpose to be contentious about this subject, but the lack of sensibility of society in dealing with real life comes mostly from their formal schooling. Which purports to aid us and our children in functioning in this world - I present to you that this could not be farther from the truth. Our society has substituted secular education (the Goddess Sophia), as the "God of this Age" - Satan has manipulated it well, as we in this world are putty in his hands; and the church has been blinded by it. I, myself, simply have a diploma, but my grandmother and my mother instilled in me pride of workmanship, a desire to learn, and the joy of life (through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ). #16 Posted by Shauna Bryant \| Friday, February 19, 2010 at Comment deleted by user. #17 Posted by Shauna Bryant \| Friday, February 19, 2010 at Douglass Mollett - # 15 Sherry Ginther's post should allay any guilt you have about having 'just a GED' and some college credits. Dr. MacArthur is also talking about biblical knowledge. You are a saved man and that sir - as you already know, is by far the most important thing! Personally, I would rather my children have no education, save for the Bible - if being educated by wordly standards meant their soul was lost. That being said I am a fan education- of properly guided, biblically sound education which is why we home school. In Christ, Shauna Bryant (wife of John Bryant)	<urn:uuid:fb86be66-9144-443b-9ab1-31f31881f466>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	https://www.gty.org/Blog/B100209	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281450.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00179-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.966101	4,082	1.929688	2
I lost my youngest brother, Jerry, at age 30, to suicide 23 years ago. He had struggled valiantly with varying degrees of success, for six years after his first episode of bipolar mania and hospitalization. Despite our awareness of his challenges, his death shocked all who knew him. He was a good man, kind, generous, wise for his years, and a gifted artist with a compassionate heart. He chose to leave us behind, not out of anger, hatred or selfishness, but from a deep-seated agony that only he could imagine. The circumstances may differ, but families throughout Vermont who have lost a loved one to suicide know the pain that comes from the tragedy unique to them. As with any loss, grief can take a stran-gle hold in the survivors. With suicide however, the challenges to recovery are many, and can be complicated by stigma, secrecy, fear, guilt, and depression, to mention but a few. Evidence shows that we can help in the healing process with education and support. Meeting with others who have gone through, or are going through a loss from suicide, has enabled countless numbers of survivors across the country to transition through the grieving process in a healthy manner. We will never be the same, may never understand all the complexities involved behind the decision to take one’s live, and yet we can take solace in knowing that we are not alone. Sharing with others who have experienced a similar fate, who are ready to listen, read to give support in a nonjudgemental, confi-dential environment, has made a big difference in being able to cope with this type of loss. The American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (www.afsp.org) sponsors a number of support groups across Vermont. The Central Vermont Survivors of Suicide Loss group has recently been reacti-vated. It meets for 90 minuyes at the Central Vermont Medical Center, downstairs in conference room #1, on the third Tuesday of the month at 6pm. Our next meeting is on March 18th. All survivors of suicide loss are welcome to come, listen and share. Folks seeking further info may call me, Bill Kelly, at 223-0924.	<urn:uuid:7cc5a4db-e2fa-4f53-84d8-27b2f01895aa>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.vt-world.com/help-available-for-survivors-of-suicide-loss.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280761.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00100-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.968047	453	1.65625	2
FRANCE: Fears over fresh row over milk prices Lactalis warned French milk prices would be higher than neighbouring countries A fresh dispute is simmering over milk prices in France with dairy groups calling for a new method to be employed to calculate indices to take into account prices in other EU states. A deal signed in June between processors and farmers set out plans to increase milk prices by 3-8% in the first quarter of 2010 – and by 5.7% in the second quarter of the year. However, pointing to low milk prices in Germany, French dairy processors, represented by the Fédération Nationale des Industries Laitières (FNIL), said the June deal was no longer pertinent and insisted it would not support the hike in the second quarter. “We must bring our prices into line with those in Germany immediately,” the FNIL said. The June deal ended weeks of protests and blockades but Lactalis warned then that prices in France would be higher than in Germany and the Netherlands. The French milk producers federation (FNPL) called the FNIL’s stance“provocation”, argued there is no reason to question the agreement and warned that processing plants could be blocked. Farmers argue that the gap between prices in France and Germany has narrowed in 2010, adding that French dairy groups sell a “markedly better” standard of product, such as high-quality cheese. Each of last week's three major M&A deals - the sale of French frozen-food retailer Picard to yet another private equity house, dairy giant Lactalis buying UK organic firm Rachel's and MWBrands, the c... Trade unions in north-west Spain are to step up protests over claims the milk industry is refusing to raise farmer prices - which they say are well below the national and European average.... Lactalis Nestle, the fresh dairy venture between French dairy giant Lactalis and Nestle, the world's largest food maker is to close a factory near the Spanish city of Barcelona.... The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Spanish food group, Ebro Puleva's dairy business to France's Lactalis.... French dairy groups and farmers have reached an agreement on milk prices, allaying fears of a repeat of the disruption in supplies to processing plants seen in 2009.... - just-food 2017 Survey - your thoughts on growth - 2017 - what will shape the UK food sector? - Food market in 2017: need-to-know US trends - Food market in 2017: big foodservice trends - Could BRF's Turkey move pave way for OneFoods IPO? - Ferrero insists Nutella not pulled from shelves - UK's Bakkavor plays down IPO "speculation" - PepsiCo launches Walkers Mediterranean in UK - Mondelez plans "selective" UK price hikes - US targets increased organic production	<urn:uuid:6a956f6b-e38b-4361-9ef1-81ab4a657b2f>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.just-food.com/news/fears-over-fresh-row-over-milk-prices_id110274.aspx	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279915.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00278-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.955704	606	1.859375	2
It is known that homeowners in the United States get extremely busy. They become busy with working efficiently and effectively at their jobs, they become busy with caring for their children, and they become busy attempting to form the perfect life for themselves by their standards. In fact, in terms of work, in the United States alone, homeowners spend around 1,896 hours a year at work. Additionally, in the United states alone, people care for their children from sunrise to sunset. So, it is only fair to state that the American people sometimes slack when it comes to cleaning. This is true for their homes, their home office, and their company office. If you’ve realized that your home needs a good cleaning, here is what you should know about deep cleaning. Oh, there are many benefits! What’s The Dirt? Before discussing deep cleaning and a deep cleaning service, dirt must be discussed. Needless to say, there are many items in your life that are dirty and you may not even know it. For example, your computer keyboard, computer mouse, and chair have around 21,000 germs per square inch! This means that the desk in your home or home office houses 10 million types of bacteria! Not only do you ned to worry about germs and bacteria, but dust also builds up within your home. Dust can thrive just about anywhere; from on your tables, your desks, your fans, the corners of your rooms, and much more. This dust is serious especially when it begins to accumulate. After all, there are 70% of dead skin flakes in dust. Yuck! Dirt, bacteria, and dust are some of the reasons why house cleaning is extremely necessary. Commercial Cleaning Services: What They Can Clean A commercial cleaning service can successfully perform cleaning duties on a variety of objects within your home and office. Essentially, professional cleaning cleans your home from top to bottom. Yes, they clean it all! There are many benefits of this as well. Let’s get clean! Dirty Carpets: Cleaning services such as a deep cleaning service will clean your carpet. This is extremely beneficial to your family, your home, and yourself because a deep cleaning service ensures that your carpet will be completely clean. This means that they do not just vacuum your carpet, because that action does not actually clean it. A deep cleaning service expels all dust, dander, bacteria, and more from the fibers of your carpet. Not only does this make your carpet look and feel brand new, but it helps health problems and air flow within your home. The dust, dander, and bacteria can cause allergies and make people in the home feel very sick. In addition, rooms may feel stuffy and it may be hard to breathe. After a deep cleaning service cleans your carpet, you’ll feel much better and you’ll be able to breathe. Window Cleaning: Although there are some portions of our house we try to clean on our own, we may not be as successful as a deep cleaning service. For example, you may believe that cleaning your windows is an extremely easy and quick task. However, there are some cleaning products that can leave streaks and residue on your glass windows. However, a deep cleaning service has all the proper tools to really clean your house, and this includes window cleaning! If you want a truly clean house, including your windows, it’s ideal for you to hire a cleaning service. Commercial Cleaning Services: Benefits For You Not Just Your Home As previously mentioned, hiring a cleaning service or a deep cleaning services has many benefits for your home because your home actually gets very clean. In addition, these services have the potential to improve your health. However, there are a few other benefits. Time: You can better occupy your time when you hire another individual to clean your home. Additionally, you do not have to worry about your schedule being interrupted or moved around because you need to clean. Decreases Stress: You’ll have more time to yourself when you hire a cleaning service. This means that you can participate in things that will decrease all your stress.	<urn:uuid:fa37c99a-0c49-4445-b3bb-7d17f1ac76b2>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://bestselfservicemovers.com/2019/09/cleaning-house-from-top-to-bottom-the-benefits-of-deep-cleaning/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571987.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813202507-20220813232507-00274.warc.gz	en	0.974306	847	1.570313	2
REFRESH RULING KNOWLEDGE FOR CENTRAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES… 1. Whether the divisional superintendent who is a witness or a party in the can case issue charge sheet to an employee, to whom he is disciplinary authority? No. In such cases an adhoc disciplinary authority must be appointed. 2. Whether any punishment can be imposed with retrospective effect? No. No penalty can be imposed retrospectively; it can only be prospective, either from the date of issue of punishment order or from a prospective date 3. Whether the punishment of reduction of pay awarded under Rule 16 will affect pension? No. Any punishment awarded under rule 16 should not affect pension. But if an inquiry as specified under Rule 16(b) is conducted such a punishment can be imposed. 4. Whether promotions can be accorded if the punishment order has not become operative? Yes. It should be. Promotions cannot be ordered during the currency of punishment. 5. Can an official be reduced in rank to a rank lower to which he was originally appointed? No. He cannot be reduced to a rank lower than the rank to which he was originally appointed 6. Whether an order of stoppage increments with cumulative effect will affect seniority? No. But an order of reduction to a lower rank/post will affect seniority, if ordered as such (Rule 11 GoI 10) 7. What is the DOPT instructions, in determination of seniority in case of reduction to a lower rank/post? 8 After acquittal from court on criminal charge, whether the dept can take disc action on the same charge? NO, if the official is acquitted honourably. But if the acquittal is for lack of evidence etc… Dept can proceed, if it has got enough evidence to prove the charge. This is because the standards of proof required in a deptl inquiry and in criminal proceedings are different. 9 Whether an officer holding current charges can exercise the disc powers attached to the post? 10 Whether the lower authority (SP) can award major penalty to an official appointed by the higher authority (SSP)? No. No civil servant shall be dismissed or removed from service, by an authority subordinate to appointing authority. One official may have many appointing authorities in every stage of promotion etc… Therefore the highest authority among these appointing authorities can only impose major penalties. 11 What is the period after which a suspension order will have to be reviewed? As per sub Rule 10 sub rule 6&7(ccs (cca)) the 1st suspension order will remain in force only for 90 days. Before the expiry of 90 days the suspension order will have to be extended based on the recommendations of the review committee The review committee can also recommend extension of suspension only up to 180 days at a time. 12 Whether the suspension order can be prolonged with out the issue of charge sheet? Yes if the review committee recommends extension, but it will be difficult to justify such prolonged suspension. CAT Bangalore in a judgement in case of A.S.Krishnamachari vs UOI 1993(1) LiL (cat)195 Bangalore held that non issue of charge sheet even after 180 days is unjustified and quashed the suspension order. 13 weather the committee is empowered to extend suspension beyond 180 at a time ? Yes. But not at a time, the committee has to review suspension before the expiry of 180 days 14 Weather the closed cases can be reopened? Yes. The reviewing authority after giving a due notice to the concerned official with in the period prescribed for such a review can revise the order earlier made by the disciplinary authority. 15,16 &17 Omitted 18 What is the financial power of LSG& HSG POSTMASTERS? Rs 30/- to LSG and Rs 60/- to HSG, Subject to availability of funds allotted by DO 19 Can an authority force an official to take VR When he becomes physically or mentally disabled? No. As per DOPT orders dated 19-01-2004 no establishment shall dispose with or reduce in rank an employee who acquired disability during his service. In case if it is not possible to adjust him against any post, he may be kept on a super numery post until a suitable post is found or made available or till the date of his retirement on superannuation. This order is based on the amended provisions of the section 47 of the “ persons with disability act1995” 21 Whether any time limit is prescribed for disposal of representations received 22. Whether one official already placed under suspension can function as Defence Assistant in other Case? Yes: As per the Rule 14 (18) of CCS (CCA) rules 1965, it is permissible. This has been examined by the Kerala High Court and opined that there is no rule that a person under suspension is not entitled to Assist another Govt. Servant in enquiry proceedings. 23. What are all the circumstances under which, the Dies non can be awarded? The day can be marked as ‘Dies non’ only under the following three circumstances. i) When the official remains absent from duty without prior information. ii) When on duty in office, the official leaves the office without proper permission ; and iii) The official remains in office, but refuses to perform duty assigned to him. In any circumstances , dies non should not be issued without issuing show a cause notice. 24. Whether late coming to office can be treated as ‘Dies non’? No. A day on which an official comes late and works throughout the day during office hours will not be marked as dies non. Treating this day as ‘Dies non’ for coming late is not contemplated in the rules. The proper course in such case would be debit the ½ day casual leave account of the official as per instructions. This is confirmed in the DG’s letter dated 26.12.79 Further the Department in its letter dt 22.07.75, has stated that Half day CL should be debited to the CL account of a Government Servant for each late attendance up to one hour on not more than two occasions may be condoned by the competent authority, if he is satisfied. 25. What is the position in case if no casual leave for debiting to late attendance? If the leave sanctioning authority does not want to condone the delay, what action can be taken? If an official who has no casual leave to his credit comes late without sufficient justification and the administrative authority is not prepared to condone the late coming, he may inform the official that he will be treated as an unauthorised absence for the day on which he come late and leave it to the official himself either to face unauthorised absence or to apply for earned leave or any kind of leave due and admissible for the entire day, the same may be sanctioned. This is order of the Ministry of Home Affairs dt 05.03.82 As such Question of dies non will not arise in such cases. 26. A rule 14 charge sheet was issued to the official and he died when the case was under enquiry stage. What will be the fate of charge sheet? Whether the family will bet pensionary benefits? As per the DOPT order dated 20.10.99. where a Government Servant dies during the pendency of the inquiry(i.e) without charges being proved against him, imposition of penalty is not justifiable. Therefore the disciplinary proceedings should be closed immediately. Family of the official is fully entitled to avail all the retirement / pensionary benefits as available to the family of the deceased employee. 27. Whether the adverse entry in the confidential report is operative in case the representation made against the same is pending with the appellate authority? Adverse remarks should not be deemed to be operative, if any representation filed with in the prescribed limit is pending. Further, the representation should be decided with in three months by the competent authority. 28. What is the time limit for making representation against adverse entry? As per the old rules, only one representation against adverse entries should be allowed within one month of their communication. Even belated representations may be considered if there is satisfactory explanation for the delay ( DOPT order dt 31.10.61.). An appeal against rejection of representation against adverse entries can be made with in six months after such rejection. Now the CR system has been modified as APAR (Annual Performance Assessment Report. As per the new schemes 15 days times for the receipt of communication will be given. 29. An official was placed under suspension on flimsy reasons. He has been awarded with only minor punishment under Rule 16. What is the fate of suspension period? Where the departmental proceedings ended with the imposition of minor penalty against a suspended employee, the suspension can be said to be wholly unjustified in terms of FR 54 ( B). There fore the employee concerned should be paid fully pay and allowances for the period of suspension. 30. Whether any specific orders are required for declaring holiday’s during General election? If not what are the provisions. No Separate order is required. It should be declared as closed holiday on the following circumstances. i) In the notified areas where General election to State Legislative assemblies scheduled to be conducted. ii) In connection with by-elections to Loksabha/ State Assembly, the office shall not be closed. However the employees who are bonafide Voters in the relevant constituency should be granted special casual leave on the day of polling. iii) Special CL may be granted to an employee who is an ordinary resident of that constituency and registered as a voter but employed outside the constituency having a general/by election. 31. Whether LDN( Leave Not Due) can be availed in case one having E.L at his credit and wants to keep it for his retirement benefits? Yes. LND may be sanctioned in cases where credit in EL account is available. However LND can be granted only on medical grounds and not for private affairs. 32. How may days an official can avail Earned leave at a stretch? Since 1990, it has been increased to 180 days. 33. Is the Service book of an official is a secret document? Is there any provision to verify the entries there in by the official? According the DG’s order Below SR 202, it is incumbent on every Government servant to see that his service book is properly maintained. He should be allowed to verify the entries periodically and affix his signature in token of having accepted the entries made there in.. It is necessary that one has to verify the service book every year and check the entries made there in with a special reference to leave account and service particulars . A certified copy of service book can also be obtained on Quitting service on payment of Rs 5/- 34. Whether the fitness certificate should be obtained from the same doctor who certified the illness? Not necessary. The rules do not envisage that the fitness certificate should be given by the same doctor who gave the medical certificate. 35. IF an official is directed for Second Medical Opinion to D.M.O whether he is entitled to claim TA/DA? AS per Rules, any employee who has been asked to proceed to some other station for second medical opinion, he should be granted T.A for the journey period and D.A for a maximum period of two days calculated as on tour This facility is allowed only in cases of Second medical opinion for grant of original leave and not for extension of leave. 36. If the ward of official who is physically handicapped studying in unrecognized institution is he entitled for tuition fees or not. Tuition fees shall be reimbursed in case of physically handicapped/ mentally retorted child irrespective of whether the school/ institution is recognized or not, provided the institution and its fee structure is approved by the Central State Government. 37. An employee is having just five years of service for superannuation. He applied for EL which has been rejected. It is correct? As per DOPT orders dt 29.09.86, Earned leave should not ordinarily be denied to any employee, especially in the last ten years of his carrier. 38. An employee posted at higher HRA station was transferred to a lesser HRA station. His family continued to stay at old station. What is his HRA entitlement? As per the MOF order dt 28.03.03, he is entitled to HRA at the rate admissible at the old Head Quarters, if his family continue to reside there for six months or till he is allotted or secured family accommodation at the new headquarters. whichever is earlier. 39. Can an employee having mentally retarded children be posted to the place of his choice? As per the Dopt orders dt 15.02.01, Such a request need to be considered favourably to facilitate proper treatment of his child. . 40. Whether Special casual leave can be availed during Bunds, riots strikes etc.? Heads of the departments may grant special casual leave to employees residing at places 5 K.M. away from their offices, when they are unable to attend office due to dislocation of traffic arising out of bundhs, natural calamities …etc. If the absence is due to picketing or curfew , special casual leave may be granted to all the employees irrespective of distance 41. Whether casual leave can be combined with other kind of leave? No. It cannot be combined with any other kind of leave. But CL can be combined with Special C.L. Similarly Special CL can be combined with any other kind of leave. 42. What are all the actions termed as sexual harassment on women employees? Sexual harassment includes such unwelcome sexually determined behavior (whether directly or by Implication) as: a) physical contact and advances; b) a demand or request for sexual favors; c) sexually colored remarks; d) showing pornography; e) any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of sexual nature 43.What is the time limit fixed for disposal of representation by the nodal ministry? The Dopt Vide its Om dated 11.01.2002 stipulated that the representations of the officials should be disposed with in six weeks. Representations requiring inter departmental consultations should be disposed within three months. Final reply should be self contained, Covering all points raised by the employee and if rejected, grounds for rejection should be clearly given. 44. Whether two punishments can be imposed for the same lapse? As per the Dte letter dated 30.03.81 in a disciplinary case, two punishments should not be imposed for the same offence. However recovery from pay can be ordered for recovery of pecuniary loss caused to the government along with any other penalty. 45. An official has submitted resignation but before acceptance, he applied for withdrawal of the same? Whether it should be considered or not? If the employee’s written intimation of withdrawing his letter of resignation reaches the appointing authority before its acceptance his resignation will be deemed to have been automatically withdrawn. If the resignation has been accepted but the employee is not relived before his letter of withdrawal reaches the appointing authority, he may ordinarily be allowed to withdraw his resignation. If for some reason, the request for withdrawal is refused, the grounds for refusal should be recorded and conveyed to the employee. 46. Whether legitimate Trade Union activities will attract CCS rules? The Department has clarified vide its letter dated 06.10.95, that legitimate union activity that does not violate CCS ( conduct) Rules 1964 & ED (conduct & service) rules 1964 or other rules or instructions governing the concerned employee should not lead to disciplinary action against the employee and this should be strictly ensured. 47. Whether oral orders and instructions or to be obeyed? i) Oral instruction should not, as far as possible be issued by senior officers to their subordinates. ii) IF the oral instructions are issued by any senior officer, they should be confirmed by him in writing immediately thereafter. iii) if a junior officers seeks confirmation to the oral instruction given by the senior , the latter should confirm it in wiring whenever such confirmation is sought. iv) A junior officer who has received oral orders from his superior officer should seek confirmation in writing as early as possible/ practicable. 48. Is there any provision to proceed against an employee on anonymous complaint? No Rule 183 of Vol iii clearly stipulated that no action should be taken an anonymous and pseudonymous complaint against any Government servants. But if the complaint discloses very serious matter and contain verifiable facts then necessary enquiry should be conducted. If such an inquiry reveals serious irregularity on the part of the employee disc action can be taken 49. Whether the staff Quarters can be forcibly allotted to an employee even though he has not offered his willingness? No. it should not be trusted upon any employee against his will and in the absence of a written request for allotment of a Quarter from the employee. However, it is mandatory for the employee to occupy the rent free post attached Quarters. If he refused to occupy the same, no HRA can be drawn. This is as per the Dte letter dt 11.07.2000. 50. Is there any condition that the compassionate appointee should be maintain the family properly? Yes. He should give an undertaking in wiring at the time of appointment that he will main properly the other family members who were dependent on the Government Servant and in case it is proved subsequently at any time that the family members are being neglected or are not being maintained properly by him, his appointment may be terminated forthwith. 51. Whether the divisional union can pursue the Reservation roster at Divisional level? As per Chapter IV, rule 6 of Swamy’s compilation on Reservation & Concession for SC/STs, the reservation roster is not a confidential document and can be shown to individual officials /association and if necessary through the liaison officer. As such, the divisional secretaries on request should be permitted to pursue the roster once a year. 52.Whether the departmental vehicles can be used to admit an official for immediate treatment in case of serious illness? As per the DOPT order dt 19.10.82, the departmental vehicles can be provided to such officials who may need emergent medical attention, while on duty. If the departmental vehicle is not immediately available, maximum possible assistance/ aid should be provided and the official moved to hospital by engaging other transport, if necessary at the cost of the government. 53. Whether one officer from the department should be sent along with the official who is summoned for interrogation by police? When a departmental official is required by the police officers for interrogation, invariably a senior official like ASP/SDI/PRI(p) should accompany the official and he should be remain there till the interrogation by the police is over 54. An official is having EL at his credit. He wants to keep it for encashment on retirement. He has no HPL at credit. Can he be sectioned LND even if EL is available at his credit? The availability or other wise of Earned leave has no bearing on sanction of LND. LND is nothing but advance credit of HPL that will be earning in the rest of his service. So it may be sanctioned, provided that there is every prospect of his earning that amount of HPL in his left over service 55. What is the cut off date for the condition of having not more than two surviving children for family planning Allowance? The order was issued on 06.07.1999 in which it was categorically stated that the family planning allowances shall be admissible in future only to those C. G employees, with not more than two surviving children. As such, the condition is not applicable for those having more than two children prior to 06.07.1999. . Further as per the rules this allowance is not available for those who under went family planning operation after 50 years of age in case of male employee and 45 years in case of female employee. 56. As EX Servicemen drawing pension was appointed as Postal Asst. After his retirement he was drawing pension for his civil service also. Whether his family is entitled for Family pension for both services? No. Family pension can be availed for one service only army or civil 57 Whether an official can opt out of CGHS Scheme in case his spouse is working in a private organization which provides medical facilities? The Government servant can opt out from CGHS in such a circumstances as per the Government orders dated 04.08.1994. There is no compulsion to remain in the scheme. 58. Whether there is any provision for stepping of pay in MACP promotion in the case of junior getting more pay than the senior. No. The MACP promotion is only personal to the official and the senior cannot claim stepping up of his pay with junior. No pay protection is provided at par with junior. 59. In one disciplinary case, the disciplinary authority awarded one punishment. He desired to modify/ alter the punishment or withdraw the charge. Is he competent to do that? No. As per Rule 29 of CCS (CCA) Rules 1965 the punishing authority is not competent to revise or cancel his own order. But the appellate authority on an appal or on it’s own accord can review & revise the order of disciplinary authority 60. Whether MACP beneficiary is entitled for pay fixation benefits at the time of regular promotion? If the official got MACP before regular promotion and availed the fixation benefits, there will be no fixation of pay at the time of promotion. In such cases, the official will continue to draw the same pay, but the next higher grade pay will be granted in case if the same is above the regular promotions. Further if the employee was offered regular promotion prior to the grant of ACP but declined to accept such promotion, he is not entitled for ACP. Therefore one should not decline regular promotion before exhausting all three ACP Promotions. 61. Whether the official under currency of punishment can be allowed to appear for departmental examination? As per the DG P& T letter No. 7/31/66 –SPB dt 25.06.65, if the punishment is current, the authority should consider each case on its merits to see whether a person should be promoted in- spite of the penalty imposed on the basis of the results of the examination which he has passed. Therefore, the officials under currency of punishment are eligible to appear for the departmental examination. Similarly, the officials against whom the disciplinary proceedings have been initiated or under suspension should also be admitted to write the departmental exam. However he will be promoted only after the disciplinary proceedings is over and he is completely exonerated. 62. If an official who is under suspension is entitled for Family Planning Allowance when his spouse undergoes family planning operation during the suspension period? It cannot be drawn during the suspension period as per the existing rules. However, on reinstatement after suspension, he is entitled to the allowance and its date of effect depends on how the period of his suspension is treated. 63. Whether any excess payment of pay and allowances can be recovered from the pension? No. There is no provision to recover the excess pay and allowance from the pensioner vide GID (&) below Rule 73 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972. It is most pertinent to note that once the pension is authorized, it should not be revised to the disadvantage of the pensioner as per Rule 70 of the Pension Rules1972. 64. What is the duration to avail 15 days paternity leave from the date of delivery of the child? As per the rules, it should be availed with in six months from the date of delivery of the child. 65. What is the time limit for claming TA Bill? As per SR 194-A, it should be preferred within one year. For LTC, it should be preferred within three months form the date of completion of return journey and if advance is drawn, it should be preferred with one month. 66. Whether any Government dues can be recovered from the Group Insurance (CGEGIS) amount? No. According to Para 21.2 of the scheme promulgated in 1980, it is not permissible to adjust any Government dues from the Group Insurance Scheme benefits 67. An official is on leave for one month from 10th of previous month to 9th of next month. Is he is entitled for Transport allowance during the leave period or not? Yes. He is entitled for transport allowance. As per the orders dated 22.02.02 the transport allowance will not be admissible, if a govt servant is absent from duty for a full calendar month(s)due to leave, training, tour etc. in this case the leave period is spread over in two calendar months. 68. Whether the officials granted MACP promotion will continue to hold the original post or entitled to hold any promotional post and entitled to other privileges available to the higher post? As per the MACP Scheme, the employees granted Financial up gradation(i.e) higher pay grade/ band shall continue to hold the original post on regular basis with the same designation, classification, duties and responsibilities without conferring any privileges related to higher status. On up gradation they will be eligible for LTC, allotment of Quarters etc. 69. Can the Government Servant prefer ROHSC claim for his dependent son who is above 25 years of age? As per the OM dt 17.09.99, the medical facilities will continue to be available to sons who are dependent on Government servant irrespective of their age. So, the claim may be preferred.(TO BE CHECKED UP) 70. Whether the widowed daughter is entitled for family pension without any age restriction? As per the existing provisions under Rule 54 of CCS pension Rules 1972, widowed daughter is eligible for family pension without any age restriction subject to fulfilment of other conditions. 71. What is the age limit of the wards for claiming Educational Assistance? The ward should not cross the age of 18. ? However in case of physically/ mentally handicapped children, they are entitled for the benefits up to the age of 22 years as per the OM. Dated 21.03.2006. 72. Is there any provision to apply for conversion of leave at any time or before the date of retirement as was the earlier practice? As per the Rule10 (1) of CCS (leave) Rules 1972 , the request for conversion of one kind of leave into another should be submitted within a period of 30 days after joining the duty on expiry of relevant spell of leave. The earlier practice of applying conversion of leave at any time has been withdrawn. 73. In continuation of maternity leave, an official is availing EOL. Whether the EOL period will be treated as Qualifying Service? The maternity leave, as per rules, will be treated as qualifying service. However EOL in continuation of ML without medical certificate will not count as qualifying service for increment/ pension. 74. What is the minimum contribution towards GPF subscription? Whether the amount can be altered by the DDO’s? As per Rule 8(b), the subscription towards GPF should not be less than 6% of emoluments and not more than total emoluments. (Pay+ Grade pay) The DDO’s do not have any right to alter the subscription fixed by the Government Servant. 75. An official is deputed to an office and he is Drawing Daily Allowance for 180 days. Thereafter he has not been paid with any TA/DA. Is it correct? As per SR 116, the transfer grant is admissible only if change of residence is involved. After 180 days, he can claim T.A bill by changing his residence to the newly posted station. But daily allowance will be entitled only up to 180 days. 76. If an employee dies during suspension period, family of the employee will be entitled to the family pension or not? According to FR 54 (B) (2), where a Government servant under suspension dies before the disciplinary proceedings instituted against him are concluded, the period between the date of suspension and the date of death shall be treated as duty for all purposes. His family should be paid fully pay and allowances for that period he would have been entitled had he not been suspended. Naturally his family will be entitled for family pension and death gratuity. 77. If one postmen is having the qualifying service of 9 years 10 months. Is he entitled to pension? Yes. Certainly he is entitled. As per Rule 49 of CCS (pension) Rule 1972 , the period of three months and above but less than six months is to be treated as qualifying service of six months for determining pension. Hence all who are having the qualifying service of 9 years 9 months and above should be treated as ten years of qualifying service and they are entitled to pension. 78. An employee, after the end of Disciplinary proceedings under Rule 14 was dismissed/ removed .In such case, whether he can avail the benefit of leave encashment for the leave at credit in his account? No. The official is not entitled. As per the Rule 9, the leave at credit is treated as lapsed on the date of removal/ dismissal . There is no question of any leave encashment. 79. Whether change of option for availing either CGHS medical facility or Medical Allowance is allowed to the pensioners? If so, how many times he can change the option? As per DOP & PW OM dt 30.12.98, one change in option in the life time of a pensioner shall be allowed. As such he can change the option once. 80. When the period of suspension is treated as duty for all purposes, whether the concerned official is entitled for increments during that period? Yes. When the suspension period is treated as duty for all purposes, his pay and increments etc are to be regulated as if he was on duty. 81. An official who is under suspension is convicted by a court of law. Whether he can continue in service after compilation of punishment awarded to him? A notice should be served on the official asking him to state as to why he should not be dismissed/removed from service on account of his conviction in a court of law. On receipt of the reply, the disciplinary authority should carefully examine as to whether the offence committed by him is serious enough to dismiss him from service. Then take appropriate action as per Rule……… (see reply to question No 8 also) 82. An employee committed suicide while in service, whetherl the family is entitled for family pension and other retirement benefits? Yes. Family is entitled to family pension and death gratuity 83 How an order of reduction of pay/ grade is to be worded? The order of penalty of reduction to a lower grade should specify the following:- i) The date from which it will take effect and the period for which the penalty shall be operative. ii) The stage in the lower time scale in which the pay is to be be fixed. iii) Whether the period of punishment will postpone future increments or not. All the above should be specifically furnished in the punishment order. 84. Whether the wife living separately is entitled for family pension? Unless the marriage is terminated with divorce decree by the court of law, the wife is eligible for family pension, irrespective of the fact whether she was living with him or not. 85. A pensioner who commuted his pension expired before completion of 15 years; will the commuted pension for the remaining years, recovered form the family pensioner? No. The portion of pension should not be recovered from the family pension. The family pension is payable in full to the beneficiary. 86. Recovery of CGHS contribution is with reference to the place of residence or to the place of posting? Recovery of CGHS contribution is with reference to the palace of residence of the official and not with reference to the place of posting. 87. Whether it is compulsory to nominate the suppose for GPF? According to GPF (CS) Rules any member of the family can be nominated. Similarly for Group Insurance scheme, the Government Servant can nominate any one of his family member. 88. Whether commuted leave can be granted without production of medical certificate? No. Production of medical certificate is mandatory to avail commuted leave even for one day. 89. Whether the leave sanctioning authority can alter the nature of leave applied for by the official? The leave sanctioning authority shuld not alter the nature of leave applied by the official. 90. Whether Pension amount can be attached by the court? As per the Pension Act 1971, Pension is not attachable by any court of law, even if the decree is for maintenance. 91. Now the annual increment for every 1st July. If any Dies non for a single day is awarded during one year from July to June next year, will it not postpone the increment for another one year? No. As per the Rule 10 of CCS (RP) Rules 2008, an official who has completed six months qualifying service will be entitled for next increment. As such Diesnon, EOL without MC up to 6 months will have no effect in postponing the increment. 92. An official , after completing full tenure is transferred to another station at request. Whether he is entitled to claim TA/DA for his transfer? The Department vide its letter dt 18.12.95 clarified that the officials transferred after the completion of full tenure are entitled for TA and transit. This is effective from 18.12. 95. 93. Whether a transfer order issued by an authority, competent to issue such orders can cancel that order? As per Directorate orders dt 06.01.82, the transfer orders once issued may be cancelled by the same authority in the interest of service. However he will inform the same to next higher authority with reasons for his intention to cancel the orders. If no reply is received with in 7 days, he can cancel the transfer orders. 94. Whether an official completes tenure in one office seeking for postings as Treasurer in the same office, will it be considered? If an official who has completed full tensure may be allowed to work as treasurer even tough he has done a full tenure in the same office in aother post. 95. An eligible official has been ordered to officiate in higher post for 10 days first and subsequently officiating arrangement is extended for another ten days. Whether he is entitled to draw higher pay for the officiating period? Eligibility to draw officiating pay is dependent on the number of days for which the post was available for officiating arrangement, either due to leave of permanent incumbent or due to some other reasons. If the arrangement is for 14 days or more than all those who have worked in that post will have to be paid the pay and allowances attached to the post irrespective number of days they worked in that post. 96 Whether the Circle or Divisional head is empowered to convert a post attached quarters for other purpose? As per the Directorate orders dt. 06.05.03, the Head of Circle is competent, to convert a post attached quarters for other purpose? Similarly, the suspension of quarters beyond 90 days enabling the SPM to draw HRA due to inhabitant quarters shall be exercised by the circle head only. There is no need to forward such cases to Directorate now. 97. Whether the Divisional head who is having five months service left for his superannuation can issue rotational transfers? The Divisional Superintendents retiring with in a period of six months must obtain prior written approval of their DPS/PMG before issuing any transfer/ posting orders and appointment of ED agents as per the Dte. Orders dt -07.1992. This order is again reiterated on 12-06-1996. As such no transfer order can be issued by him without the approval of DPS. 98. Whether preference can be given to physically handicapped employees in transfers? Yes. As per 26.07.90 orders, the requests from physically handicapped employees for transfer to their place of choice or to their native place will have to be considered . This was again reiterated by the DOPT on 13-03-2202. 99. Whether recovery of pay is a bar to promotion? As per Dte. Letter No. 22-.12-87 , there is no bar to one being prompted While the recovery is in progress because such promotion will not affect the enforcement of the penalty. 100. One Sub Pm provided with post attached quarter’s retired form service. Whether he should vacate the quarters on the date of retirement or keep it for sometime? As per the directorate orders dt 18-04-81,he may be allowed to retain the post attached quarters for a period of two months on payment of normal rent 101.Is there any preference in allotment of P&T community halls for postal employees As per the Dte. 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Developments also under way to further increase reservoir contact, reduce interventions, and enhance monitoring & flow control capabilities By Joanne Liou, associate editor Compared with drilling, completion has come to account for an increasing percentage of total well costs in recent years. What are the main factors driving this cost increase? The percentage of costs varies depending on the operating environment, reservoir type and geography. With ever-increasing water depths, more complex reservoirs and increasing stage counts in the unconventionals, I can see that completion costs have increased as a percentage of total well cost. Drilling efficiency has also improved, lowering associated costs, while the completion has become more complex. However, our focus has been on providing technology that would ultimately lower the cost of the equivalent barrels produced while improving customers’ return on investment (ROI). One way this will be achieved is by connecting the reservoir to the completion, increasing reservoir contact through zonal isolation, monitoring the reservoir and having full flow control of the particular intervals completed. Standardization of the completion and improving completion operational efficiency are also areas we are focusing on to improve customers’ hydrocarbon time-to-market and, ultimately, ROI. In what ways can completions be improved to increase ultimate oil recovery? Recovery varies significantly depending on the reservoir and the cost associated with interventions. Today we see 20% to 30% as generally accepted recovery rates for oil reservoirs. I believe a step-change in recovery can be realized by increasing reservoir contact, depending on the reservoir type. This can be achieved in different ways. In unconventional plays, it will be by placing the fracture in the right spot to maximize production and recovery and then be able to potentially and easily access the well again to re-fracture at a later stage. We have the capability today, in complex reservoirs, to isolate or segment the reservoir into several intervals, and this could be 10, 20 intervals or even more in one well, in which pressure, temperature, flow rate and water cut can be monitored. This is a fully integrated system where each isolated interval can be controlled in real time as needed to optimize production and recovery. This will include multiple zonal isolation, monitoring and control in the motherbore and in the laterals. It allows real-time evaluation of the producing intervals and full control of the production of each interval remotely. Open-hole sand control techniques, which is an increasing completion methodology, utilizes technology like the OptiPac Alternate Path system with internal selective in-flow control devices to enable extended-reach drilling in unconsolidated formations. Another key area to consider is enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques. This needs to be approached from the field level. It’s important to have upfront reservoir modeling and simulation, followed by field trials all the way to full field implementation. Injection fluid chemistry and fluid properties are also important and require customization depending on the reservoir properties and applications. Close collaboration between operations and domain support teams ensure correct fluid selection. Downhole permanent monitoring provides temperature, pressure and distributed temperature- sensing measurements in real time, providing information for multiphase conformance monitoring. Managed actions can then be planned to ensure optimal EOR field performance. Schlumberger has deployed more than 8,000 permanent downhole pressure and temperature gauges in the past 20 years. WellWatcher BriteBlue harsh environment multimode fibers are the latest generation of these and are regularly deployed into thermal EOR fields to monitor well and field performance. The key to all of these techniques is to apply domain knowledge and link the completion to the reservoir. By designing the integrated completion to allow optimum production and recovery factors, we are confident that we can essentially slow the decline curves of our customers’ reservoirs. In the shale plays onshore, industry continues to set records with the number of fractured stages per well, but what further improvements are needed to improve the efficiency and to maximize production? Studies have shown that today, many of the completed intervals in the shale reservoirs do not contribute to production. Domain knowledge and developing evaluation workflows to optimize hydraulic fracture placement and design can help maximize production and reduce operational cost. We have seen in recent developments where our engineered stimulation designs helped an operator, for instance, achieve a three-fold production increase with 50% less fracturing fluid. Further to the evaluation and fracture design workflow, we are developing methods to allow for a more surgical approach to fracturing, placing the hydraulic fracture exactly where you want it with the capability to hydraulically fracture as many zones as needed with no interventions required post-fracturing. This is all done in an environmentally conscious manner with greener fluids, minimal fluid and proppant, and with a smaller wellsite footprint. In many cases, if you go through our Mangrove engineered stimulation design in the Petrel E&P software platform with the proper data input, you can actually lower your fracture stimulation cost because you may not be fracturing as many intervals. You may not be deploying as large-scale fractures as you may have previously without that level of knowledge. Even if you are fracturing more intervals, your recovery and additional production will more than return that investment. The impact of drilling to wells these days can sometimes be secondary to completions and/or fracturing. Why is that? The way the well is drilled is obviously extremely important, but the completion is becoming more important as the complexity of the reservoir increases and the need to improve production and recovery factors also increases. This can be seen in unconventional plays, for instance, where stage counts have increased from typically fewer than 10 to 40 or more. As technology will allow, operators will want the ability to complete an unlimited number of stages in unconventional plays to enhance overall well performance. Of the perforated clusters in a typical unconventional environment, less than 50% actually gets stimulated, and about 70% of the production comes from only 30% of the perforated clusters. We are working on completion technology in unconventionals to improve performance. The type of fracture applied is evolving to optimize reservoir contact while also being environmentally friendly. Acquiring proper data and developing a representative reservoir earth model leads to more effective fracture placement and design. We are developing the capabilities to essentially surgically, hydraulically fracture the reservoir interval, which is delivering the hydraulic fracture exactly where you need it in order to optimize production and recovery. The economic demands for deepwater and other complex environments are also driving technology to be able to extract more from the reservoir. In fact, more fields are becoming economic because of completions technology. Intelligent completions, with the capability to isolate multiple zones in the motherbore and in multilaterals with full monitoring of each interval and flow control, is finally truly enabling the smart oilfield that was originally envisioned some 15 or more years ago. This can be accomplished through the use of inductive coupling technology with a single electric control line, which minimizes wellhead penetrations. This also changes the economics by having to drill fewer wells to efficiently produce a reservoir, and these fully integrated systems will improve the efficiency and reliability of deploying the completion. How do you define the smart oilfield and intelligent completions? The initial concept of a smart oilfield, which I think still applies today, is being able to have visibility of your production from your reservoir, being able to have that visibility in real time, in your office and then being able to remotely act on the reservoir interval by moving a valve or impacting production from a particular interval in the reservoir. In other words, to be able to have full monitoring and control of the reservoir remotely in real time. This requires accurate and reliable sandface measurements. For intelligent completions, we have introduced a technology called IntelliZone Compact, which is a modular zonal management system, and it is the first fully integrated intelligent flow control system for multi-zone wells. It provides an efficient, reliable and cost-effective way to control wells on land or offshore. This has brought intelligent completions to many applications around the world where it might have been too expensive or operationally prohibitive. Intelligent completion markets traditionally had been primarily focused on key producing areas like the Middle East or the North Sea, but we have already deployed IntelliZone Compact modular multizonal management system in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and South America. How far is industry from realizing the smart oilfield? We have technology today to make it a reality. We have sensing technology, where in various isolated intervals throughout the reservoir we can measure pressure, temperature, flow rate and water cut, effectively acquiring wireline production logging information across each isolated section of the reservoir. This data can be communicated in real time via satellite to a customer’s office, where decisions and actions can be taken. The key is having the proper software and applications to use the information effectively, to get the information you need in a timely fashion to make the right actions happen. By actions, I mean remotely controlling a valve to choke back or increase production from the various intervals depending on how you think it will impact the overall production from the well. It is new technology to the market, but the capabilities exist to expand the effectiveness of intelligent completions. What have been some of the biggest technological breakthroughs in well completions over the past couple of years? From an intelligent completion perspective, inductive coupling technology has allowed us to simplify the running of the completion and achieve full sandface monitoring and interval control. This is while minimizing the number of wellhead penetrations required, which improves overall completion efficiency and reliability. This technology is also key to enable the deployment of sensors to enhance well integrity monitoring. In unconventional plays, our HiWAY flow-channel fracturing technique is increasing fracture conductivity and production. On average, we have seen a 20% increase in production, 40% less proppant use and 60% less water use. It introduces a new way of deploying the hydraulic fracture to create infinite conductivity channels to flow between the proppant columns to allow greater productivity while using less fluids and proppant in the process. Microseismic technology has also played a key role in understanding the hydraulic fracture effectiveness, and it has been instrumental in optimizing fracture designs. Degradable technology has significantly improved the efficiency of completions in unconventional plays by minimizing the number of interventions required. Swellable packers have provided a cost-effective compartmentalization of the reservoir, and it has really helped change the game in unconventionals, in sand control environments and in other more complex zonal reservoir applications. In sand control operations, advances over the past couple of years have used shunt-tube technology to fill the voids left during gravel packing, which helps maximize their efficiency. ResFlow inflow control devices (ICDs) create balanced flow and effective draining across the reservoir layer for optimum sweep and effective draining without premature gassing out or watering out of the well. This has proven very effective at improving ultimate recovery. Reliability has seen a step-change in the past couple of years. One area we have focused on is debris tolerance and reliable performance of our isolation valves in difficult well conditions. The FORTRESS premium isolation valve, which isolates reservoir fluids in the lower completion and allows operators to transition to the upper completion without intervention, is designed to withstand severe debris environments and optimize the available actuation energy in a more predictable, consistent and reliable way. It is a ball-type valve, and we have minimized the void space that may allow accumulation of debris around the ball. In addition to that, we’ve developed a debris-testing laboratory where we can pump all kinds of crud, sand, debris and metal into the valve or past the valve at various pressures and temperatures to ensure that, in these types of environments, when it’s time to activate the valve, we actually can. Testing and validation have given us the confidence to know that it will operate more effectively than previous-generation valves. In a 2010 article in DC, we quoted a Schlumberger completions expert saying that industry will soon be capable of doing multi-zone, single-trip gravel packing in open holes. Has this been achieved? Absolutely, open-hole gravel packing is becoming a more common completion practice worldwide. We’ve seen significant success, particularly in Southeast Asia and Latin America. The shunt-tube screen technology is the key enabler for successful single-trip, open-hole gravel pack operations. The shunt tube diversions ensure uniform gravel pack and help prevent premature screen out and erosion hot spots; 100% gravel packing efficiency can be achieved in longer-reach wells. In-flow control devices help create a balanced flow and effective draining across the reservoir layer for optimum sweep and effective draining without premature gassing out or watering out of the well. This has also proven effective in improving ultimate recovery. Offshore, particularly in deepwater, what are the limits of today’s completion technologies and equipment? Are there still wells that we can drill but not complete? There are wells being drilled that challenge today’s technology. However, with proper planning and operator collaboration, technology can often be brought to market to meet increasingly challenging well environments in a reasonable time frame. We work with customers on developing technology to meet certain needs in reservoirs, like the Lower Tertiary in the GOM, well in advance of the time that the technology may be needed. We also have R&D focused on developing and enabling technology for extreme, HPHT environments. We recently introduced to the market, for instance, the first 20,000-psi safety valve. We also have projects focusing on electronics and materials that can be used in multiple technology applications in extreme environments, which then allows for rapid adoption into new technologies that may require those types of materials. In these extreme offshore environments, it seems a lot of completions are fit for purpose, increasing lead-time and cost. How are you balancing tailored designs and cost? Standardization is going to be key. Pushing the envelope the way we are today will require more focus around standardization. In the majority of our current projects or collaborations, standard applications will be applicable to similar reservoir types and environments in other areas. Standardization does not necessarily mean fit-for-purpose for one reservoir or one well. Standardization becomes extremely important to our customers in a given development in order to achieve optimal operational and cost efficiency. More customers are beginning to demand more standardization, even in challenging environments. The efficiency, reliability and simplicity gains affect overall quality and safety performance, as well as their ability to optimize production and ROI. The move toward standardization can be accomplished with functionality that can be adapted to different reservoir or field applications. Further, standardizing will certainly improve people utilization and competency. While automation is increasingly making an impact on drilling, the completion process seems to be still highly labor intensive. Where does automation fit in with completions? We are not at the stage where we can completely remove people at the well site. However, we are greatly reducing the number of people required to run completions by cross-training key personnel while greatly reducing the complexity and time to run completions. Minimizing the number of control lines, for instance, and using the inductive coupling technology greatly simplifies and improves the speed to run an intelligent completion. Many of the new technologies also require less support on location compared with the previous generation. Fewer trips are required with single-trip gravel packs systems, and unconventional completions run with degradable materials, which require no interventions after the well is completed. We are also focusing on developing the ability for real-time downhole monitoring of tool performance and functionality. Having a fully integrated standardized completion system and workflow is also key to efficiency. We also provide remote technical support through operational support centers distributed around the globe. Manned with technical experts, these centers can monitor the operations in real time to provide technical support and improve the efficiency of running the completion. What effects do drilling technologies such as MPD or dual-gradient drilling have on completions? The technologies can definitely help maximize reservoir contact through extended-reach drilling and making it easier to run long sand control completions efficiently, with assurance that we get all the way to the bottom of the well. It can also help with regards to wellbore isolation by ensuring that open-hole packer sealing systems will be able to seal with proper integrity. For open-hole applications, this type of drilling technology will improve the ability, reliability and confidence that we will be able to run the completions effectively. These drilling methodologies also help from the extreme reservoir contact perspective, particularly when you have multilaterals in the well. Some of our newer systems allow us to provide isolation of different intervals with zonal monitoring and control within the multilaterals. This also requires quality wellbores to make sure we can ensure isolation and reliability of the completion as we run these intelligent completions now in multilaterals off the motherbore. It certainly is essential for us to work in collaboration with the drilling group to make sure we provide a total solution for customers. We need to not only integrate technology within the completion realm, but it will be important to integrate with the drilling group and other product lines to address our customers’ complete workflow. People and the challenges of getting them trained is a huge concern on the drilling side of the industry. Is that a challenge for the completion industry? How is it being addressed? The production market has more than doubled since 2009, which has brought on several challenges. One of the biggest is developing the human capital required to match this growth. This means more than just numbers. To meet the challenge will require having a focus on how we use our people, developing technology that will require fewer people, optimizing training and developing people who are multi-skilled. With that in mind, proper competency development and how we manage competency will also be critical. We have successful recruitment programs that have more than doubled our new-hires over the past two years. The utilization of simulators, state-of-the-art training facilities with drilling rigs and real wells to work on also helps our young engineers to get hands-on experience while at the training schools. It is also extremely important that we recruit locally where our customers operate. We must recognize and understand fully the issues our customers face in their fields and work with them to develop long-term relationships to build for future success. We couple that with our competency system to assess the individual’s training and proficiency, which is then certified and validated. As the industry continues to grow, human capital development will be fundamental to our continued success as an industry. OptiPac, WellWatcher BriteBlue, Mangrove, Petrel, IntelliZone Compact, HiWAY, ResFlow, FORTRESS are marks of Schlumberger.	<urn:uuid:27bd6aa8-7d81-484e-9a05-ee7a919e10c0>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.drillingcontractor.org/well-economics-steer-completions-focus-toward-standardization-27429	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560283689.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095123-00356-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.943992	3,869	1.945313	2
In the latest battle between human and machine, Martin Mueller can perhaps be forgiven for his divided loyalties. A professor of computer of science at the University of Alberta and an avid player of the ancient game of Go, Dr. Mueller has been following every move of the epic matchup that ended on Tuesday and saw, for the first time, a computer program beat the world’s best player at what has often been described as the world’s most complex game. Dr. Mueller was not one of those musing about the future of the human race as AlphaGo, the program developed by Britain-based Google DeepMind, notched up its final win, taking four of five games against South Korea’s Lee Sedol and claiming a $1-million (U.S.) cash prize in the process. For him, the more pertinent question concerns the future of an entire field of research now that one of the holy grails of artificial intelligence has been claimed at last – notably, by a group that was backed not by a university but by one of the world’s best-resourced technology companies. “Are the most interesting problems in this area now only attackable if you have a big infrastructure behind you?” Dr. Mueller wondered after staying up most of Monday night, along with a small contingent of other department members and interested spectators, to take in a live webcast of Game 5 from Seoul. The group has been gathering at the university’s computer science department for the past week to tune in to YouTube for the games, along with more than one million other viewers around the world. But in Edmonton, interest was more than academic, Dr. Mueller said. One of AlphaGo’s lead authors is David Silver, who earned his PhD under Dr. Mueller and Rich Sutton, another faculty member. A second author, Aja Huang, did post-doctoral research in the same department. For the Alberta group, that made the experience a bit like watching a pair of hometown stars hoisting the Stanley Cup after a dramatic playoff series. And in this case, it’s clear that the new Gretzkys of Go have pulled off something unprecedented. “It’s obviously a milestone,” said Dr. Sutton, a pioneer in a form of computer programming known as reinforcement learning, which uses a trial-and-error method to improve performance. Reinforcement learning is one of the key ingredients behind AlphaGo’s success. It was used to hone the program, which is built like a layered network with millions of connections. Together, they can work somewhat like neurons in the human brain to evaluate the state of a game and choose the most promising next moves. Those moves cannot be arrived at by brute-force calculation, because with more possible board positions than atoms in the universe, the game of Go is simply too massive a problem for a computer to tackle that way. Playing on a 19-by-19 grid with black and white markers, the two opponents in a game of Go are bound by a simple set of rules as they try to surround the most territory by the end of the game. But the many ways in which a game can unfold mean that superior players are those who best understand which moves are most likely to prove beneficial in the long run, a subtle skill that has thwarted computer programs for years – much longer than it took to develop a machine that could beat the world’s top-ranked chess player, which was accomplished in 1997. AlphaGo has managed to be the first to cross the threshold thanks to its double-barrelled approach that involves both a learning neural network coupled with a sophisticated search technique. The program managed to sweep Mr. Sedol in the first three games, firmly demonstrating its power, despite his efforts to find creative ways around the onslaught. “He tried so many different things. Against any human something would have worked, but the program just countered everything perfectly,” Dr. Mueller said. At their fourth meeting, having already lost the series, Mr. Sedol was free to play AlphaGo in a more daring fashion. He was able to spot an unlikely move that the program did not see, and it ultimately won him the game. But in the fifth game, which some experts have judged the most hard-fought, the computer ultimately prevailed again. Dr. Sutton said the stunning win signalled that it might be time for artificial intelligence (AI) to move beyond the realm of games into areas where conditions are far less idealized, such as controlling robots that have to move and interact with the physical world. Dr. Mueller agreed that “the air is getting thinner” for researchers interested in building programs that can mimic human game-playing. However, he added, AlphaGo still relied on studying human expert players to learn how to defeat them. The next step will be to design a system that can teach itself how to play – and be a champion – without any guidance. And while it may seem like an esoteric achievement to the uninitiated, the success of such systems ultimately bodes well for future applications in areas that involve complex decision making of a more practical nature. Chris Maddison, a graduate student at the University of Toronto and a member of the AlphaGo team, reflected that optimism in an e-mail to The Globe and Mail, sent as he boarded his flight back home from Seoul. “With the help of AI, we have the opportunity to tackle some of humanity's biggest problems,” he wrote.Report Typo/Error	<urn:uuid:c8c5acaa-4e11-4928-9c7d-bd9bce56d541>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://www.theglobeandmail.com/technology/science/crossing-ai-threshold-computer-program-conquers-worlds-most-complex-game/article29255280/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988721555.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183841-00180-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.973096	1,145	2.296875	2
modern level of development of various computer technologies in the hands of criminals gave very powerful and at the same time a simple tool with which "hack" someone's personal computer will not be difficult even schoolboy.Therefore, to date computer security is relevant for ordinary rank and file members. Who may need my computer?- You may ask - It is no state secrets or access to billions of dollars.Indeed, "compromised" the computer can present a serious threat.For example, attackers can easily use your PC to DDoS-attacks - You will not notice how your Internet traffic "eat" all the money from the account ... your computer - store various information, among which there certainly are important to you.Through the efforts of all computer viruses that dat therefore always be mindful of computer security and to try by all means to ensure it.Remember that prevent computer threat is always easier than to eliminate its consequences . If you do not want to "catch the virus" to your computer if you do not want to become a victim of cyber criminals - while the computer security rules for you. rules of computer security is not difficult, but their implementation will protect your computer from possible attacks: - not forget to use anti-virus software and regularly update anti-virus databases, scans your computer; - use a firewall (firewall) - "firewall", which controls the access of applications to your PC network and the Internet; - stay tuned software used, because often the new version of the software released for the "closing" found "holes"; - do not open emails from unknown senders, do not click on suspicious links; - not use Apps from unknown suppliers; - use complex passwords to protect information; - for network access "open" only those files and folders that do not contain confidential information; - to back up data on a regular basis; - watch the computer when they are children; - disconnect from the Internet if there is no need to use it at the moment. possible, many of these rules of computer security you are already familiar .This is not surprising, because they are all based on the human common sense and ordinary logic.Therefore, the rules of computer security often violated not through ignorance and carelessness, or else deliberately ignored these rules.	<urn:uuid:1aee9faa-553e-4ef9-aeba-23b81bc7ba6c>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://howexact.com/en/pages/358698	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280292.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00346-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.936249	474	3.09375	3
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The IMSLP Star is awarded you for your wonderful work! The IMSLP Cleanup Star is hereby awarded to you for your excellent work! THe Hiram Sibley award is bestowed upon you for your uploads from Sibley itself! Thanks to every lover of music who contributes here. Biography below this indulgence. (Inserted February 2014) Also, I know no one reads this page, but fellow editors, countrymen... erm, editors. please, please, please please don't put in the date of composition on your workpages when all you actually know is the date of publication. you may not read this, but I can _assure_ you that someone is going to read your workpage and be thoroughly misled, and think that you have information and evidence that you don't. as writing teachers say: stick to what you know. Using the Hofmeister database. Tutorial 1. the Hofmeisters Monatsberichte is a journal published by the publisher Friedrich Hofmeister between about 1829 and 1947, the last of those years somewhat irregularly, and containing information about recent music publications - scores, journals, for instance- and their publishers and prices (not at all just Hofmeister's but many others'.) Now it is very useful as a way of determining approximately when something was first published. there are scans of every issue (just about?) from 1829 to 1947 at the Austrian National Library, here. moreover, a research project at a British university (I think) maintains a searchable collection of transcriptions made from some of those scans- those from 1829 to 1900 - at Hofmeister-at-Rhul. However. that breathless bit was the basics (I'm by now so used to using those, as tools here, since it's very helpful for any number of reasons to know when something was published. For copyright reasons say. If something was first published before 1923 that has certain consequences for US copyright law, e.g.) Anyhow. however. the point is. If you make a search at "Hofmeister-at-Rhul" and what you're looking for doesn't immediately turn up, it's a very good idea to learn a few additional tools and tricks before going and writing "niet in Hofmeister" (referring to a certain entry in a certain library database that has me rolling my eyes right now...) Click on the "transcript" or "facsimile" links of a few entries because the search engine only picks up your search word if it's actually on the line - and if e.g. Hofmeisters Monatsberichte in that month (Monats-berichte...) picked up several works by that composer in that category (it usually divides up the month into genres, e.g. works for orchestra, works for salon-orchestra, ...) - then it will list them in individual lines, with the name of the composer only on the first line- and RHUL's search engine will only pick up the first one. you'll have to go to their transcription or the ONB scan to see all the rest of the works, if you're searching by composer... anyhow, that's one, badly-phrased, run-on tutorial which will be improved in due course ;) E. Written back in January and earlier and later RIP Milton Babbitt, who died today (1/29/11) - a good man and excellent composer. I do have a Wikipedia page with some more information about me and projects I'm pursuing at that site. This page will be expanded; this stub was written of a Monday morn so that a redlink would not be a wholly lonely (or even extant) thing. Edit: I also hope to be helpful, though not in a way that requires people to then undo my work overmuch I hope..., in minor maintenance (e.g. adding categories if I see they are missing, that sort of thing. I do that very often on Wikipedia, along with simple interlanguage wikilinks... habit of mine!) Another edit, 1-28-09 - just by way of expressing a bit of gratitude for what people do with this site. I am by nature an editor and nitpicker but I put that energy (... usually) only into projects I very much want to see succeed :) - like this one. With all thanks then Eric 05:45, 28 January 2009 (EST) (Um Babel: Auch Deutsch, aber es ist sehr schlecht schwach... (and I needed some help to be confident of some of those words... I hope that is from sleeplessness) - but my memory of my German classes, and some practice, has been enough to fill in when Babelfish and dict.leo.org are producing patent nonsense, sometimes.) Edit on 10-10-10: I can now create multipage PDFs from multiple image files (though I don't know if I have good software with which to edit them. Maybe.) Composer preference boxes... at bottom. :) Things I am curious about... I spend a lot of time here transferring public-domain(ish) PDFs from Sibley Library and other online digital archives, and this requires of course sometimes checking that a name (person's, other piece's) that I think we don't have already here on IMSLP- we actually don't have. Also finding out more information about people and pieces before adding categories/pages. So for example Sibley Library has works by several composers who are hard to place, and I think I may waste space here- or maybe on a subpage instead, but for the moment here - listing people I need to find out more about. - Miron Levin (Miron Arkadievich Levin? according to a bit of Russian-translating-and-Google-searching, early 20th century Soviet- may have been a composer, seems to show up in a list otherwise mainly? of composers on one website. Not Miron P. Levin poet friend of Marshak who died of tuberculosis in 1940. There is also a Miron Isaakovich Levin 1896-1957, but not sure his occupation- composer or otherwise- however..) - Martin Levy, not the same composer as above of course, wrote at least two string quartets, one of them, in D minor is at Sibley (composed around 1900? 1910?) - almost nothing else I know about him - except for the other quartet, in C major, published in 1877 according to HMB (page 139, 1877 HMB). This suggests that Martin Levi/Levy was not still alive in 1961, though it does not prove it... (note: also, a Quartet in F published in 1882 :) ) - Mentor Crosse. Probably William Mentor Crosse - see this PDF - born 1867 in Dunedin, New Zealand (other details match the few we have about him- such as that he wrote for John Church Co.) Death date unknown at this time so can't use here. - Charles Strony. A friend of Ravel's. Arrested for allegedly causing a fire in Toronto in 1916, but released; well-known as a pianist and conductor at the time. Belgian. Rapsodie héroïque at Sibley. published in 1910. Joseph Jongen dedicated a work to him in 1930. Around that time I think he was the head of the Opera of Lyon. Can't seem to find a death date, however, and claims online that he premiered the Schoenberg Handel-arrangement are not supported by schoenberg.at - it was premiered by Jirak in Czechoslovakia, I think. Maybe something else was meant... - R.H.L. Watson. Composer of some songs, piano pieces and liturgical works, some of the former at NLA (e.g. Naida pub. Sydney betw. 1869-1873, My silent grief (song, text by composer I think) pub. Sydney sometime between 1870-1887, two other works (songs with lyrics by E.B. Parnell, published 1873? and ca.1879) also at NLA, and at the US LoC, Erin Aroon pub. Montreal 1877.) Prob. not alive 1960 since music by him was published ca.1869-73... - J.H. Franz, pseudonym for Hans Heinrich Bolko, Graf von Hochberg (see Hans Heinrich Bolko von Hochberg), 1843-1926. Bote & Bock published a symphony in C major, op.26 of his (under J.H. Franz) in 1879 according to HMB (1879,p.194.) An op.28 symphony in E is mentioned in Hofmeisters Handbuch der Musikliteratur, Volume 11 (1900), also... - Flora Woog. Her "Inspiration Waltz, op.2" is at the Library of Congress. The New York Times mentions her as a pianist, I think- if that's not a scanning error... The cover seems to say pretty clearly Flora Woog, Woog does seem to be a not unknown surname... but I can't seem (well, ok, I've only just been trying right now... give it time... but still) to turn up a thing about her except that this work, downloadable from LoC, was published by Rockar in 1890... - C? (Carl Gottlob?) Schumann - 3 string quartets (opp. 20, 24, 25 in G, G, C by Vieweg in Quedlinburg in 1888) - here (see Karl Schumann) Just a good tip in general for people here :):) " it's just a good idea to go into preferences and increase your default search to include lots of things, or you may miss what you're searching for :)" - found myself writing that on someone's talk page, but it's true. Another tip: editing PDFs to remove pages that make bogus claims of copyright: this works if you have Preview on a Mac- the result is not always wonderful, but it's worth a try. If you do, select all the pages in the right hand side, then deselect the offending page, then print selected pages; choose the print as pdf option, then save as pdf. Another tip, for taking a collection of images and saving as PDF: on a PC, you may need to use CutePDF or similar. On a Mac, select the images in Preview, and print selected images 'as PDF'. (Edit: select the following options to optimize, i think. Before printing, check each page for proper rotation, and use the preview function that rotates - easy to find... - to get it there. Though it might be better to have them 'as is' as they'll fill the pages better if in their original alignment and not re-rotated to left-right since this can be done after printing, whereas what I suggest may change page size too much.. I don't know. It's debatable? ... - Now select all pages (command-A) and choose the print all selected pages option. Then look for paper size and choose "letter (borderless)." Turn off auto-rotate or you'll have different pages at different angles (some left-right, some up-down) when you might not want them that way.) Now go to the bottom left of the window(?), pull down the options, select 'print as pdf', choose an appropriate name for the PDF file and a similar internal name for the PDF too :), and save away :). Then especially the first few times, open the new PDF to make sure it's what you want. If my instructions are incomplete, please tell me. I may not be writing down everything I remember doing.-ES, 27 October 2010 Another tip- for finding out whether a score you want to scan or upload already exists in digitized form online somewhere (Sibley, SLUB-Dresden, Australia, U Michigan, BSB, Library of Congress, etc. etc. etc.)- : go to Worldcat.org , search for information about the score (brahms symphony 3 - or something :) ), home in on the score (by clicking 'musical scores' or similar to the left of worldcat- or internet resources if it's there, though that can be misleading and refer sometimes to recordings available to people at universities- but anyway)- and check the resulting library catalog listings patiently, the ones published before 1960 (1923 if you're in the USA) to see if they mention digital links (like hdl.handle.net , or others.) (12 Oct 2010) Have noticed that BSB only allows you to use their PDF-maker about 12 times every 24-hour period (presumably? beginning around 0000CET? so will try again next I can- today after 6pm EDT, as I have compiled on my HD - I might put it up here for general use, indeed perhaps it might benefit from sharing, I begin to think so the more I give that thought!... a backlog/list of compositions I want to download, and given the quality and diversity of their scans, it will only increase. On Wikipedia I'd create a subpage for that... hrm... Eric 17:20, 27 October 2010 (UTC) If you have an RSS reader- I use www.google.com/reader , the one that's built-in to my "google account" - you can be automatically notified of new uploads to Sibley Library (subscribe to Sibley's recent acquisitions feed ) and to BSB's 'Aesthetica' (which includes Music) division (subscribe to this XML feed.) You can also go to this BNF page (BNF - French National Library) and add the RSS feed for BNF Scores to Google Reader, Yahoo's RSS Reader, or NetVibes, or just subscribe using the XML directly. - ES 27 Oct 2010 April 2016 edit- first BNF link nonfunctional; have tried and failed to find replacements? Composers and Works to Add when I can - David Stanley Smith (July 6 1877-December 17 1949) (American, early 20th century) - Quartet op.46 (no.4? published 1922, C minor - 1 movement in several sections - U Michigan Google scan which I will download and need to clean for use). Have been interested in Smith's music ever since a friend mentioned him some years back. 19pages. (PDF without covers and with Google marks: 4.5 MB) (check. and recorded by M, thanks!) String Quartet in C minor, Op.46 (Smith, David Stanley)) Note: to add parts to this quartet: go here - Tadeusz Iarecki (Jarecki?) (1889-1955). String Quartet in F minor op21, Cobbett prize-winning quartet from 1918, I believe. (Michigan/Google scan, 39pp) done by C (and recorded by M) - Paul Graener quartet on a Swedish folksong op.33 (pub.1910) (28 pages) Graener (California Google) done by C - Friedrich Klose's (1862-1942) Quartett für 2 Violinen, Viola, Violoncello : ein Tribut in vier Raten entrichtet an seine Gestrengen den deutschen Schulmeister in E♭ major, pub.1911. (California Google) (72 pages) (uploaded I think) - Hakon Børresen's string quartet op.20 (pub.1914) (53 pages) Will add very much more to this list later of course. (still to do) - Hans Pfitzner's Piano trio opus 8, too. done by C - note the link HathiTrust for online - mostly but I think not entirely Google - scans. Very searchable. - J.D. Kümin. a Missa Dixit Maria is at LoC. who this? - Ewald Straesser String Quartet no.4 opus 42 (©1920. E minor (introduction in C♯ minor), 35 pages, 4 movements - Lento e grave - Allegretto tranquillo - Allegro con fuoco - Andante serioso) (String Quartet No.4 in E minor, Op.42 (Straesser, Ewald) check.) - Heinrich Neal (1870–1940) ("the Motherdie" may not have been written by this Heinrich Neal- probably not in fact - but this string quartet more likely was, all the more reason to "clean" and upload it rather than remove the category, I hope...) - String Quartet no.1 in E♭ major, Op.54 published in 1912. (note cover- 3 quartets mentioned: no.1 in E-flat, no.2 in A major op.60, no.3 in C minor op.65. I think in fact the volume from 1912 contains all three quartets, though at that link only no.1 has been scanned.) (27 pages, Leipzig: Hug. U. California via Google. 3 movements - Lebhaft - Sehr lebhaft - Mäßig bewegt.) ("uncleaned" PDFs of 3 movements of quartet no.1 total about 4MB.) (String Quartet No.1 in E-flat major, Op.54 (Neal, Heinrich)) - Now that there's a PD-US server, can upload such things as Egon Wellesz' (d.1974) string quartets 1 and 2 (from Sibley) to it. (Haven't heard those quartets - except for the finale of one of them, of which I created a MIDI a decade ago - but 9 symphonies and violin concerto, I rate :) ) - Ernő Dohnányi's string quartet no.1, op.7 (ca.1903) (likewise also now done by C - thanks!) - George Whitefield Chadwick's Sinfonietta in D major (copyright 1906) done by C - Ethel Smyth's opera The Wreckers, complete vocal score (1916, 277 p. via U Michigan libraries.) (check- as Les naufrageurs) - Vítězslav Novák's serenade opus 36 (1905, pub. 1913, 100 pp. via U California libraries. Orchestral score.) Also here. -- now at Serenade in D major, Op.36 (Novák, Vítězslav). (check) - Sinowi/Zinovii Petrovich Feldman (ФЕЛЬДМАН, ЗИНОВИЙ). (may have been dedicatee of Myaskovsky's 8th quartet 'to the memory of ZP Feldman' - had died that year.) (1893–1942) - Rutland Boughton - two works: birth of Arthur, from Sibley (which only has libretto, but it is at here) (if I can find out death date of librettist, since fl. may not be sufficient -though this may have been the last work Reginald R. (Ramsden) Buckley wrote, in 1914, poss. revised 1926, poss. just republished then); also The Immortal Hour, vocal score to his most famous work. - also see here; Rheinberger opera Poor Henry (vocal score), oh, also his duo op.15 for 2 pianos, arr. for piano 4-hands by Alois Reckendorf , etc. - Max Trapp (1887–1971) : could be made PD-US as his opus 3 piano quintet in C minor was published by Steingräber of Leipzig in 1912. - Georg Schumann’s oratorio Ruth, Op.50 published by Leuckart, v.s., plate FECL 6249, in about 1908 (link.) also by Georg Schumann at HT: - Totenklage : aus Schillers Braut von Messina, Op.33 (©1903), Leuckart, vocal score, FECL 5648. Totenklage - English adaptation of G. Schumann’s Ruth (given opus number 20?) at Ruth_Chapman - The first (1898, Hainauer) edition of 6 Poems after Heine, Op.31, by Edward MacDowell (at this link) - This interesting-seeming book about Anton Rubinstein by Zabel (they have two copies scanned in, another from U Michigan, this one from NYPL)- actually, archive.org has this one... - The Tower of Babel, Op.80 by Anton Rubinstein, ed. by Fitz William Rosier (not Rosner, as the listing at Hathitrust misreads it... I mean... that’s pretty clearly an I, and viaf.org confirms it) - vocal score, Schirmer, ©1883. (not sure when Rosier died, though doubt it was >1960.) (ah.also already at Internet Archive, so I will get it -Tower of Babel (btw Der Thurm zu Babel, Op.80, by Anton Rubinstein - now uploaded from archive.org.) - Emil Friedberger (1877–1964?? ?? ??) - quartet in D major - score here, parts at Sibley here . PD-US-only. - Ferdinand Hiller - A Song of Victory identified as op.151 (English translation more or less of Israels Siegesgesäng, 1871, Leuckart? Pub. Ditson, 1880s.) - Gyula Major - A szombatosok énekei : Bözödujfaluban a szombatos község véneinek éneke után = Lieder der Sabatharier : nach dem gesange der Dorfältesten in Bözödujfalu / kottára tett és összhagositotta Major J. Gyula ; ins deutsche übertragen von Irene Gerö-Cserhalmi. (7 pages; pub. Budapest : Orpheus, Magyar Zeneműterjesztő Táraság ; c1907.) - Erik Furuhjelm (1883–1964)- (bio @ Wikipedia - Wikipedia (Swedish) -- string quintet in C minor (pub. Apostol, 1909). PD-US unless something happened?... - but would have to go on the US server assuming I can find this at all. - Julius Benedict - cantata the Legend of St. Caecilia (op.90?) (vocal score) (words by Henry Chorley). (premiered, published ca.1880?) (New York, WA Pond 1880s vocal score. his 2nd piano concerto op.89 was published in 1869, so perhaps the first publication date is somewhat earlier.) (uploaded) - archive.org has the following 2 works by Benedict: his book Weber in 4 forms and his opera Cinderella in some form... - also his oratorio St. Peter but we already have that from Sibley. - this one for instance for Louis Théodore Gouvy's 2nd symphony (Richault plate 7964 ca.1847) (they have 2 symphonies, a sinfonietta and other works of his there we don't have yet :) - will put in the links for the others later :) ) - Une vie d'artiste by George Templeton Strong poss.? - Ein Märchen by Josef Suk - which is on the Suk wishlist... - The Yankee Consul -words and music by Alfred George Robyn - Andreas Johann Lorenz Oechsner (1/14/1815 – 12/19/1886) (opus 21 piano quartet in E♭ mentioned in Hofmeister Verzeichnis 1861 - or I think it's the same fellow) - Stabat Mater, pub. Richault, (scanned by U Michigan) (mentioned, I think, in several sources in 1878.) (Mass in G at Munich, may not have been scanned yet.) - Collection of Piano works by Adolf Jensen (not yet processed I think?) - Trout polka op.57 by Jacob (Jakob) Stolz (1832–1919) (at Library of Congress) (published 1884) (link here) (also wrote a sonata for piano four-hands op.70 worth seeking out ca.1877?) - Items by his son, Robert Stolz (wrote much, PD-US-only since 1880–1975 - up to op.338 in 1919. Born Styria, died Berlin) (archived bio here) - Anders Rachlew (1882–1970) - violin sonata op.1 at Sibley scanned in - PD US only Norwegian composer-violinist - op.9 legend for violin and piano published 1919 (by Hansen) would be interesting too if it's scanned somewhere. - Dancla opus 128, which or part of which seems to be at LoC here. - James Cartwright Macy (1845–1918), used pseudonym Collin Coe (under which pseudonym some 57? works of his appear at Memory.loc.gov) Works by Taubert to add from LoC (Since I can't right now, not from this computer, will have to wait until I'm back "at home") - The Goldfinch and the Peasant - here - identified on the score as being a translation of a work from the 3rd volume of Klänge aus der Kinderwelt, that is, op.79 -- The Lied, Art Song, and Choral Texts Archive. Specifically, it's op.79 no.6 according to Recmusic.org/lieder's search engine and the first line (Bauerlein, bauerlein...). Text by Friedrich Gull, translated by L.L. Scaife. here is another translation of op.79 no.6 (different translator etc.; published by Carl Prufer in 1873.) - this translation of op.88 no.4. - Figure out how to download this work (see RISM 455018564) from the University of Tubingen website... - Try pdf download at . --Homerdundas 19:18, 8 July 2014 (EDT) Also... since it's 2011 Died in 1961 - can I find any works by any of these composers digitized online? - Aleksandr Goldenweiser (1875-1961) - Jack Kane (1924-1961) - Tom Scott (1912-1961) - John Fernström (1897-1961) (hopefully. good composer) - Jesús Guridi (1886-1961) (recorded by Naxos. one work at Sibley. Can be uploaded now, some attempts were made to upload his works 6 years ago... - Wallingford Riegger (1885-1961) (once somewhat better-known, recorded on Louisville First Edition and elsewhere. Work arranged by Riegger is at Sibley.) - John J. Becker (1885-1961) (have heard of, not heard) - Maurice Delage (1879-1961) (familiar name.) - Werner R. Heymann (1896-1961) - Uuno Klami (1900-1961) (much recorded) - Henri Gagnon (1887-1961) - Percy Grainger (1882-1961) (only 2 items at URResearch for some reason) - Johanna Senfter (1879-1961) (Reger pupil, symphonist) - Nils-Eric Fougstedt (1910-1961) - August Högn (1878-1961) - Rosario Bourdon (1885-1961) quite a few others also. (Jan.6 2011 early morning.) Composers who died in 1963? (aside from Poulenc, Hindemith, Bachmann) \|\| This user enjoys music composed during the 20th Century.	<urn:uuid:4d1e5bab-e9df-455c-8e97-641c8c59e844>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://imslp.org/wiki/User:Schissel	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988721174.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183841-00282-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.919328	6,121	1.578125	2
At Kids Unlimited, we believe every child should experience a wide variety of subjects in order to find the one area they are passionate about and can pursue to the best of their ability. We value STEM education, the core foundations for lifelong learning. We offer parents and children convenient and engaging extra-curricular programs as well as online programs, curriculum support and co-curricular partnerships for schools. We believe that education is a journey that students and teachers undertake together. From discovering the basic concepts to developing deeper understanding and sharing their knowledge in a celebration of learning or competition. To succeed in our digitally global society, it is important for students, and teachers, to be T-shaped learners. This involves gaining a wide breadth of experience and giving everything a go before picking one field in which to become an expert - to follow your passion! We focus on creating this passion, engaging the students and challenging them to think in a different way. Success is defined for our students through their passion, joy and creations. Our students are courageous learners, focusing on exploring an area of passion rather than outcomes. They take risks in their thinking, embracing every opportunity to develop their knowledge in a specific area - including competing in our events. Personal interaction is key to inspiring students. We provide various avenues for students to interact with people passionate about their subject area. This allows for building of social skills with like-minded people and exposure to inspiring and passionate coaches. These coaches are role models for following your passion and what you can achieve - the responsibility of having this knowledge is to share and teach someone else. We value the importance of sharing learning and passion. Kids Unlimited430-432 Huntingdale Rd Mount Waverley, Victoria 3149	<urn:uuid:a2d9e606-88a1-492f-a410-6d0b135aa021>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://schoolholidays.com.au/business/kids-unlimited	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571987.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813202507-20220813232507-00273.warc.gz	en	0.963675	348	1.789063	2
Can you brush away sand from the green? Golf rules question. You’re faced with a lengthy putt on the putting green but some sand from the greenside bunker sits between you and the hole, do the golf rules allow you to remove the sand from your line? The answer is yes. Rule 13.1c states that: c. Improvements Allowed on Putting Green During a round and while play is stopped under Rule 5.7a, a player may take these two actions on the putting green, no matter whether the ball is on or off the putting green: (1) Removal of Sand and Loose Soil. Sand and loose soil on the putting green (but not anywhere else on the course) may be removed without penalty. (2) Repair of Damage. A player may repair damage on the putting green without penalty by taking reasonable actions to restore the putting green as nearly as possible to its original condition, but only: - By using his or her hand, foot or other part of the body or a normal ball-mark repair tool, tee, club or similar item of normal equipment, and - Without unreasonably delaying play (see Rule 5.6a). But if the player improves the putting green by taking actions that exceed what is reasonable to restore the putting green to its original condition (such as by creating a pathway to the hole or by using an object that is not allowed), the player gets the general penalty for breach of Rule 8.1a. It’s important to remember that in removing the sand or soil, you are not testing the condition of the green. So it’s probably best that if you’re going to remove the sand by all means by do it, but do it carefully. Rule 13.13 says: e. No Deliberate Testing of Greens During a round and while play is stopped under Rule 5.7a, a player must not deliberately take either of these actions to test the putting green or a wrong green: - Rub the surface, or - Roll a ball. Exception – Testing Greens When Between Two Holes: Between two holes, a player may rub the surface or roll a ball on the putting green of the hole just completed and on any practice green (see Rule 5.5b). Perhaps use the back of your hand or with a towel to avoid any uncertainty.	<urn:uuid:0a639cdc-2535-49d0-ad21-927a2c75df8a>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://aussiegolfer.com.au/golf-rules-wipe-sand-from-green/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573118.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20220817213446-20220818003446-00666.warc.gz	en	0.930224	498	1.882813	2
Introduction: Definition of Terms Before you begin researching international law, it is important to know the difference between international law (both public and private), foreign law, and comparative law. While this tutorial is limited to researching public international law, the researcher should have an understanding of basic definitions. Most people refer to both foreign law and international law as "international law" generally. By knowing that there is a difference between international law and foreign law, you will be better able to determine where to focus your research.	<urn:uuid:23a24a83-9a01-41b1-8991-28ce8c0a5118>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	https://law.duke.edu/ilrt/def_terms_1.htm	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280761.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00092-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.95782	101	2.609375	3
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- It was a successful launch into space but the mission is all about Earth. Alex DeMetrick reports Landsat 8 is the latest component of a science mission stretching back more than 40 years. The launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California was picture perfect right into orbit. When deployed, Landsat 8 will take over the work of seven earlier satellites. The first was launched 41 years ago. "It's given us the best view of how our planet is changing due to natural and human effects," said Goddard Chief Scientist Dr. James Garvin. Those changes include those created by massive forest fires in the western U.S. or the change in rivers when they swell into floods--even the change in the U.S. as cities grow and expand outward. The time lapse covers years and the mission is controlled in Maryland at the Goddard Space Flight Center. "The continuity of that data is critical. Have to keep going because we are measuring the rate of change of our planet," Garvin said. And the view is about to get a lot sharper with Landsat 8. Like its earlier versions, the spacecraft orbits the Earth from pole to pole. It maps the entire planet in 17 days but new sensors will pick up greater detail with both thermal and visual imaging, creating the breathtaking beauty of the big picture. Data from the Landsat program is free and available to anyone. It's been used to study everything from climate change to watering crops on family farms. for more features.	<urn:uuid:6586ec26-2617-477d-a69f-90af6e1e2828>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/new-eye-in-the-sky-captures-dramatic-details-of-earth/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570741.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808001418-20220808031418-00075.warc.gz	en	0.94507	316	3.21875	3
There are 587 names matching your criteria. This is page 2. KRISHNA m Indian, Hinduism Means "black, dark" in Sanskrit. This is the name of a Hindu god believed to be an incarnation of the god Vishnu . He was the youngest of King Vasudeva's eight children, six of whom were killed by King Kamsa because of a prophecy that a child of Vasudeva would kill Kamsa... [more] LAKSHMANA m Indian, Hinduism Means "having lucky marks" in Sanskrit. In the Hindu epic the 'Ramayana' he is the trusted companion of the hero Rama , accompanying him into exile. LECH m Polish, Slavic Mythology From the name of the Slavic tribe the Lendians, called the Lędzianie in Polish. According to Slavic legend this was the name of the founder of the Polish people... [more] LEMMINKÄINEN m Finnish Mythology Meaning unknown, possibly related to Finnish lempi "love". In the Finnish epic the 'Kalevala' this is the name of an arrogant hero. After he was killed his mother fetched his body from the River of Death and restored him to life... [more] LLYR m Welsh Mythology Means "the sea" in Welsh. This was the name of the Welsh god of the sea. He possibly forms the basis for the legendary King Lear of the Britons. LOKI m Norse Mythology Meaning unknown, possibly derived from the Indo-European root leug meaning "to break". In Norse legend Loki was a trickster god associated with magic and fire... [more] LUCIFER m Judeo-Christian Legend Means "bringing light", derived from Latin lux "light" and ferre "to bring". In Latin this name originally referred to the morning star, Venus, but later became associated with the chief angel who rebelled against God's rule in heaven (see Isaiah 14:12)... [more] LUGH m Irish Mythology Probably an Irish form of LUGUS . In Irish mythology Lugh was a divine hero who led the Tuatha De Danann against the Fomorians who were led by his grandfather Balor... [more] LUGHAIDH m Irish, Irish Mythology Derived from the name of the Irish god LUGH . This was the name of several characters in Irish legend, including the king Lughaidh mac Con. LUGUS m Celtic Mythology Probably from early Celtic meaning "light", ultimately from the Indo-European root leuk "light, brightness". This was the name of a Celtic (Gaulish) god of commerce and craftsmanship, who was equated by the Romans with Mercury... [more] MADHAVA m Indian, Hinduism Means "vernal, of the springtime" in Sanskrit. This is an epithet of several Hindu gods. It was also the name of a 14th-century Hindu scholar. MANI m Indian, Hinduism Means "jewel" in Sanskrit. In the Hindu epic the 'Mahabharata' this name is borne by a serpent and an attendant of Skanda. MANU (1) m Indian, Hinduism Means "thinking, wise" in Sanskrit. In Hindu belief this is a title of Svayambhuva, the progenitor of the human race, as well as several of his descendants. MARDUK m Near Eastern Mythology Possibly from Sumerian amar-Utu meaning "calf of UTU ". In Babylonian mythology he was the chief god, presiding over heaven, light, sky, battle, and fertility... [more] MARS m Roman Mythology Possibly related to Latin mas "male" (genitive maris ). In Roman mythology Mars was the god of war, often equated with the Greek god Ares... [more] MATH m Welsh Mythology Possibly from Celtic matu meaning "bear". According to the Mabinogion, Math ap Mathonwy was a king of Gwynedd and a magician. He was the uncle of the hero Gwydion MAUI m & f Hawaiian, Polynesian Mythology Meaning unknown. In Hawaiian mythology Māui was a trickster who created the Hawaiian Islands by having his brothers fish them out of the sea. He was also responsible for binding the sun and slowing its movement. MELCHIOR m Dutch, Judeo-Christian Legend Derived from Semitic roots meaning "king city". This was a name traditionally assigned to one of the wise men (also known as the Magi, or three kings) who were said to have visited the newborn Jesus MELQART m Near Eastern Mythology From Phoenician mlk "king" and qrt "city". This was the name of a Phoenician god worshipped especially in the city of Tyre. MERCURY m Roman Mythology (Anglicized) From the Latin Mercurius , probably derived from Latin mercari "to trade" or merces "wages". This was the name of the Roman god of trade, merchants, and travellers, later equated with the Greek god Hermes... [more] MIDAS m Greek Mythology Meaning unknown. In Greek myth Midas was a king of Phrygia in Asia Minor. He was granted a wish by the god Dionysos - that everything he touch be turned to gold. MITHRA m Persian Mythology Derived from an Indo-Iranian root mitra meaning "oath, alliance, friend". In Persian mythology he was a god of light and friendship, the son of the supreme god Ahura Mazda... [more] MITRA (1) m & f Indian, Hinduism Means "friend" in Sanskrit, a cognate of MITHRA . This is a transcription of both the feminine form मित्रा and the masculine form मित्र , which is the name of a Hindu god of friendship and contracts who appears in the Rigveda. MOT m Near Eastern Mythology Means "death" in Ugaritic. This was the name of the Ugaritic god of death and the lord of the netherworld. He was a son of the supreme god El MUKESHA m Indian, Hinduism Means "ruler of Muka" in Sanskrit. This is another name of the Hindu god Shiva , given to him because he killed Muka, a demon in the form of a wild boar. MURALI m Indian, Hinduism Means "flute" in Sanskrit. This is another name of the Hindu god Krishna , given to him because he played the flute. NABU m Near Eastern Mythology Possibly from a Semitic root meaning "to announce". This was the name of an Assyrian and Babylonian god of wisdom, letters and writing. NAIRYOSANGHA m Persian Mythology Derived from Avestan nairyo "male" and sangha "word". Nairyosangha was a Zoroastrian Yazata (or angel) who served as a messenger for Ahura Mazda. NALA m Indian, Hinduism Means "stem" in Sanskrit. This is the name of a king of the Nishadha people in the Hindu epic the 'Mahabharata'. NANABOZHO m New World Mythology Means "my rabbit" in Ojibwe. In Anishinaabe mythology Nanabozho (also called Wenabozho ) is the name of a trickster spirit. NARAYANA m Indian, Hinduism Means "path of man" in Sanskrit. In Hindu belief this is the name of the god of creation, later synonymous with the god Brahma , and even later with Vishnu NEPTUNE m Roman Mythology (Anglicized) From the Latin Neptunus , which is of unknown meaning, possibly related to the Indo-European root nebh "wet, damp, clouds". Neptune was the god of the sea in Roman mythology, approximately equivalent to the Greek god Poseidon... [more] NESTOR m Greek Mythology, Russian Means "homecoming" in Greek. In Homer 's 'Iliad' this was the name of the king of Pylos, famous for his great wisdom and longevity, who acted as a counselor to the Greek allies. NUADA m Irish Mythology Possibly means "protector" in Celtic. In Irish myth he was an Irish god and a leader of the Tuatha De Danann. He was killed in battle against the Fomorii. OISÍN m Irish, Irish Mythology Means "little deer", derived from Irish os "deer" combined with a diminutive suffix. In Irish legend Oisín was a warrior hero and a poet, the son of Fionn OKEANOS m Greek Mythology From the name of the river or body of water thought by the ancient Greeks to surround the Earth. In Greek mythology Okeanos was the Titan who personified this body of water. ORVAR m Swedish, Norse Mythology Means "arrow" in Old Norse. Orvar Odd is a legendary Norse hero who is the subject of a 13th-century Icelandic saga. OSCAR m English, Irish, Portuguese (Brazilian), Italian, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch, French, Irish Mythology Possibly means "deer friend", derived from Gaelic os "deer" and cara "friend". Alternatively, it may derive from the Old English name OSGAR or its Old Norse cognate ÁSGEIRR , which may have been brought to Ireland by Viking invaders and settlers... [more] OSIRIS m Egyptian Mythology (Hellenized) Greek form of the Egyptian Asar which is of unknown meaning. In Egyptian mythology Osiris was the god of the dead and the judge of the underworld. He was slain by his brother Seth , but revived by his wife Isis PAN m Greek Mythology Derived from a Greek word meaning "shepherd". In Greek mythology Pan was a half-man, half-goat god associated with shepherds, flocks and pastures. PARIS (1) m Greek Mythology Meaning unknown. In Greek mythology he was the Trojan prince who kidnapped Helen and began the Trojan War. Though presented as a somewhat of a coward in the 'Iliad', he did manage to slay the great hero Achilles... [more] PARTHA m Indian, Hinduism Means "son of PRITHA " in Sanskrit. In Hindu belief this is another name for the Pandavas, who were sons of Pritha (another name of Kunti) and Pandu. PEREDUR m Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance Possibly means "hard spears" in Welsh. This was the name of several figures from Welsh mythology. It was later used by the 12th-century chronicler Geoffrey of Monmouth in his Arthurian tales... [more] PERUN m Slavic Mythology Means "thunder" in Slavic. In Slavic mythology Perun was the god of lightning, sometimes worshipped as the primary god. The oak was his sacred tree. PHOBOS m Greek Mythology Means "fear, panic" in Greek. This was one of the sons of Ares in Greek mythology. Also, one of the moons of Mars bears this name. PRAMODA m Indian, Hinduism Means "joy" in Sanskrit. This is the name of an attendant of the Hindu god Skanda. PTAH m Egyptian Mythology Possibly means "opener" in Egyptian. Ptah was an Egyptian god associated with creation and the arts. PUCK m & f Anglo-Saxon Mythology, Dutch Meaning unknown, from Old English puca . It could ultimately be of either Germanic or Celtic origin. In English legend this was the name of a mischievous spirit, also known as Robin Goodfellow... [more] PWYLL m Welsh Mythology Meaning unknown. In the Mabinogion, a collection of tales from Welsh mythology, Pwyll is a king of Dyfed who pursues and finally marries Rhiannon QUETZALCOATL m Aztec and Toltec Mythology Means "feathered snake" in Nahuatl, derived from quetzalli "feather" and coatl "snake". In Aztec and other Mesoamerican mythology he was the god of the sky, wind, and knowledge, also associated with the morning star... [more] RA m Egyptian Mythology Possibly means "sun" in Egyptian. Ra was an important Egyptian sun god originally worshipped in Heliopolis in Lower Egypt. He was usually depicted as a man with the head of a falcon crowned with a solar disc... [more] RAGHU m Indian, Hinduism Means "swift" in Sanskrit. This is the name of a heroic king in Hindu epics, the great-grandfather of Rama . It is also mentioned as the name of a son of Buddha in Buddhist texts. RAMA m Indian, Hinduism Means "pleasing" in Sanskrit. In Hindu belief this is the name of an incarnation of the god Vishnu . He is the hero of the 'Ramayana', a Hindu epic, which tells of the abduction of his wife Sita by the demon king Ravana, and his efforts to recapture her... [more] RASHN m Persian Mythology Modern Persian form of Avestan Rashnu meaning "justice". In Zoroastrianism this was the name of a Yazata who judged the souls of the dead. ROSTAM m Persian, Persian Mythology Meaning unknown. Rostam was a warrior hero in Persian legend. The 11th-century Persian poet Firdausi recorded his tale in the 'Shahnameh'. SACHIN m Indian, Hinduism Means "pure, essence" in Sanskrit. This is another name of the Hindu god Shiva . A famous bearer is the retired Indian cricket player Sachin Tendulkar (1973-). SAMAEL m Judeo-Christian Legend Means "severity of God" in Hebrew. This is the name of an archangel in Jewish tradition, described as a destructive angel of death. SANJAYA m Indian, Hinduism Means "completely victorious, triumphant" in Sanskrit. This is the name of a royal official in the Hindu epic the 'Mahabharata'. SARPEDON m Greek Mythology Meaning unknown. In Greek legend Sarpedon was the son of Zeus and Laodamia, and the king of the Lycians. He was one of the chief warriors who fought against the Greeks in defense of Troy, but he was killed by Patroclus... [more] SAVITR m Indian, Hinduism Means "rouser, stimulator" in Sanskrit. This is the name of a Hindu sun god, sometimes identified with Surya SHAHRIVAR m Persian Mythology Modern Persian form of Avestan Kshathra Vairya meaning "desirable power". In Zoroastrianism this was the name of a god of metal and a protector of the weak... [more] SHANI (2) m Hinduism From the Sanskrit name of the planet Saturn. This is the name of a celestial Hindu god. SHANTANU m Indian, Hinduism Means "wholesome" in Sanskrit. In the Hindu epic the 'Mahabharata' this is the name of a king of Hastinapura. SIAVASH m Persian, Persian Mythology Means "possessing black stallions" in Avestan. This is the name of a prince in the 11th-century Persian epic the 'Shahnameh'. SILVIUS m Late Roman, Roman Mythology Derived from Latin silva "wood, forest". This was the family name of several of the legendary kings of Alba Longa. It was also the name of an early saint martyred in Alexandria. SKANDA m Indian, Hinduism Means "spurting, spilling" in Sanskrit. In Hindu belief this was the name of the god of war, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan. He is worshipped especially by the Tamils in southern India. SOHRAB m Persian, Persian Mythology Possibly means either "illustrious, shining" or "red water" in Persian. In the 11th-century Persian epic the 'Shahnameh' this is the name of the son of the hero Rostam SOROUSH m Persian Mythology, Persian Modern Persian form of Avestan Sraosha meaning "obedience". In Zoroastrianism this was the name of a Yazata (or angel), later equated with the angel Gabriel SOSRUKO m Caucasian Mythology Derived from Turkic suslä "menacing". This is the name of a trickster god in Caucasian mythology. He is the hero of the Nart sagas. STRIBOG m Slavic Mythology Possibly means "flowing god" in Slavic. Stribog was the Slavic god of the wind, cold, ice and frost. SUMMANUS m Roman Mythology Means "before the morning", derived from Latin sub "under, before" and mane "morning". Summanus was the Roman god of the night sky and night lightning, a nocturnal counterpart to Jupiter SUSHILA f & m Indian, Hinduism Means "good-tempered, well-disposed", derived from the Sanskrit prefix सु (su) "good" combined with शील (shila) SVAROG m Slavic Mythology Derived from Slavic svar "bright, clear". This was the name of the Slavic god of the sky and sun. He was originally the supreme god in Slavic mythology. TAHMURAS m Persian Mythology Persian form of Avestan Takhma Urupi meaning "strong body". Takhma Urupi is a hero from the Avesta who later appears in the 11th-century Persian epic the 'Shahnameh'. TANE m Maori, Polynesian Mythology Means "man" in Maori. In Maori and other Polynesian mythology Tane was the god of forests and light. He was the son of the sky god Rangi and the earth goddess Papa , who were locked in an embrace and finally separated by their son... [more] TARANIS m Celtic Mythology Derived from Celtic taran meaning "thunder", cognate with Þórr ). This was the name of the Gaulish thunder god, who was often identified with the Roman god Jupiter TATIUS m Roman Mythology, Ancient Roman Roman family name of unknown meaning, possibly of Sabine origin. According to Roman legend, Titus Tatius was an 8th-century BC king of the Sabines who came to jointly rule over the Romans and Sabines with the Roman king Romulus. THANATOS m Greek Mythology Means "death" in Greek. This was the name of the Greek god of death who resided with Hades in the underworld. THOTH m Egyptian Mythology (Hellenized) Greek form of Egyptian Djhwty (reconstructed as Djehuti ), which is of uncertain meaning. In Egyptian mythology Thoth was the god of the moon, science, magic, speech and writing... [more] TYR m Norse Mythology Norse form of the name of the Germanic god Tiwaz , related to Indo-European dyeus ). In Norse mythology Tyr was the god of war and justice, the son of the god Odin... [more] ULYSSES m Roman Mythology, English Latin form of ODYSSEUS . It was borne by Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885), the commander of the Union forces during the American Civil War, who went on to become an American president... [more] UTTARA m & f Indian, Hinduism Means "north" in Sanskrit. This is a transcription of both the masculine form उत्तर (also written Uttar ) and the feminine form उत्तरा (also written Uttarā ), both of which occur in the Hindu epic the 'Mahabharata' belonging to the son and daughter of King Virata. VAHAGN m Armenian Mythology, Armenian From Avestan Verethragna meaning "breaking of defense, victory". In Armenian mythology this was the name of the heroic god of war. VARUNA m Hinduism Probably from a Sanskrit word meaning "to surround". In Hindu mythology Varuna is a god of water and the celestial ocean surrounding the world. He is one of the chief gods in the Hindu text the Rigveda. VASANTA m Indian, Hinduism Means "brilliant" or "spring" in Sanskrit. Vasanta is the name of the Hindu god of spring. VASU m Indian, Hinduism Means "bright, excellent" in Sanskrit. This is an epithet of several Hindu gods. It also belonged to one of the authors of the Rigveda. VAYU m Hinduism Means "air, wind" in Sanskrit. This is the name of the Hindu god of the air and wind, one of the five elements. VIJAYA m & f Indian, Hinduism Means "victory" in Sanskrit. This is a transcription of both the masculine form विजय and the feminine form विजया , both of which are used frequently in Hindu texts... [more] VIKRAMA m Indian, Hinduism Means "stride, pace" or "valour" in Sanskrit. This is another name of the Hindu god Vishnu . This was also the name of a semi-legendary 1st-century BC king (full name Vikramaditya) of Ujjain in India. VISHNU m Indian, Hinduism Probably means "all-pervasive" in Sanskrit. The Hindu god Vishnu is the protector and preserver of the universe, usually depicted as four-armed and blue-skinned... [more] VOLOS m Slavic Mythology Derived from Slavic volu meaning "ox". Volos was the Slavic god of cattle, also associated with the earth, wealth, the underworld, and poetry. VULCAN m Roman Mythology Possibly related to Latin fulgere "to flash". In Roman mythology Vulcan was the god of fire. He was later equated with the Greek god Hephaestus YAM m Near Eastern Mythology Means "sea" in Ugaritic. Yam was the Ugaritic god of the sea, also associated with chaos, storms and destruction. He was a son of the chief god El YAMA m Indian, Hinduism Means "reign, curb" in Sanskrit. This is the name of the Hindu god of death. He is also regarded as the first mortal being, or in other words, the first person to die. YERUSLAN m Folklore From Tatar Uruslan , which was possibly from Turkic arslan meaning "lion". Yeruslan Lazarevich is the name of a hero in Russian and Tatar folktales... [more] YNGVI m Norse Mythology Possibly an Old Norse cognate of ING . This was an alternate name of the god Freyr , who as Yngvi-Freyr was regarded as the ancestor of the Swedish royal family. ZAL m Persian Mythology Means "albino" in Persian. In the 11th-century Persian epic the 'Shahnameh' this is the name of a white-haired warrior. ZEUS m Greek Mythology < Previous Page The name of a Greek god, related to the old Indo-European god *Dyeus whose name probably meant "shine" or "sky". In Greek mythology he was the highest of the gods... [more]	<urn:uuid:acb09b1c-777b-4efb-bc27-fc26d5317f88>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://www.behindthename.com/names/gender/masculine/usage/mythology/2	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988722459.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183842-00344-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.942093	5,314	2.59375	3
Environment, Health and Safety Online The site for free, objective information you can use! Search the site Home - Who are we? - Government Hotlines - How to get help - FAQs - Quick links: Today's Federal Register - Contact Info for: EPA - State agencies - OSHA - DOT Regs: Search Government regs and sites Data: Search EPA databases Have you just painted the walls in your house and are bothered by irritating odors, fumes, vapors and off-gassing? Wondering how long will you will be able to smell the paint, what the dangers and health effects are? Different paint products such as epoxy urea-formaldehyde, latex, oil-based, etc. use different ingredients, so it is difficult to comment on the health effects of paint in general. However, health effects associated with the paint will be significantly diminished as the paint dries. The best thing that you can do is to create conditions inside your home which would encourage a more rapid drying of the paint and ventilate the odors out of the house. The reason you can smell the paint when it is wet, but not when it is dry, is because the ingredients that make paint liquid (usually water, oil, or solvent based depending on the type of paint) become dispersed in air as they evaporate from the painted surface. The chemical process that occurs during the drying of paint is called evaporation. Evaporation is where the liquid portion of the product changes from being a liquid to being a gas. Just because it vaporizes doesn't mean it disappears altogether. For example, water liquid and water vapor are both still water, they just have slightly different properties. During the process of evaporation, another process occurs - dispersion. The best illustration of dispersion is when you take a bottle of cologne and open it in one corner of the room. Within a few seconds, you can smell that cologne clear across the room, even if the bottle has not been moved. That is because the cologne has changed state from liquid to gas, and then been dispersed (mixed in) with the rest of the air in the room. As the air flows through the room, it carries the odor of the cologne with it. Once you cap off the cologne (therefore removing the source), you will notice that the odor dissipates completely within a few moments. That is because as it mixes with the air in the room it becomes less concentrated and therefore your breathing in and smelling less of the cologne. This is what happens as paint dries. Eventually all of the liquid in the paint will evaporate and be dispersed, and there should be little or no odor remaining. There are steps you can take to speed up the drying process. First, if you can wait until fall or winter, it is best to apply paint when the humidity is low. When the humidity is high, air has a harder time picking up excess moisture from paint, thus slowing the drying process. If you can't wait until there is less humidity, you could purchase or rent a dehumidifier and place it in the room which has been painted. You can also use fans to help dry paint. Fans serve several purposes. First, air that is moving has a greater capacity to pick up moisture; and second, in conjunction with open windows, fans help move the inside air to the outside where it can disperse even more rapidly, and they can help bring in fresh air from the outside. The process of moving air through a room is called "air exchange," and the more air exchanges you can accomplish, the faster you will remove the irritating odors. Worried about free isocyanates being released from epoxy paint applied in a poorly ventilated area. The label often says that the paint takes 7 to 14 days to cure properly. How long should one wait before re-entering the work after the paint is applied? The isocyanates in epoxy paint are dimmers or longer polymers and are not gasses. In addition, the isocyanates act as a catalyst so that the application process, all of the isocyanates react almost instantaneously to form the epoxy resin. The shorter the isocyanate polymer, the more quickly it will react. As a result, there are no free isocyanates in the paint after it is applied that could volatilize during the curing process. Thus, no adverse health effects are expected following the proper application of the epoxy paint. However, during the curing process, the solvent in the paint will continue to evaporate (gas off) as the paint hardens over the next several days. The amount of solvent that evaporates decreases over time so that under "standard conditions," i.e. a temperature of 68 degrees F and a relative humidity of 50%, the workers should be able to safely enter the work area after 2 to 4 hours. This will depend on the amount of air "turn over," i.e., the ventilation of the area. For small confined spaces, one might wait a couple of days, whereas, in a large area like a garage or airplane hanger, one might return to the area after a couple of hours. For more information about the specific solvent in the paint you are using, call the Customer Service and/or Health Departments of the manufacturer. This page was updated on	<urn:uuid:2505909d-4e24-431c-abe2-275a2ee8f769>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.ehso.com/ehshome/epoxypaint.htm	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280872.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00309-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.955638	1,110	2.71875	3
CAL STATE UNIV PD COMMAND POST CREW Command Post staff remain at the Team Hotel and field phone calls, texts, and radio communications with runners, Race-Day Coordinators, Follow-Vehicle crew members, and shuttle drivers. They are valued "Dispatchers" that work through challenges, record runner start times in the official spreadsheet, track runners as they leave Vegas and check-in at their stage, and offer overall support and encouragement to everyone involved. Race-Day Coordinators represent the team captain at each stage, coordinates with race officials and supervises runners, catchers and transport personnel. The Follow-Vehicle will pursue the runners so that their health, safety and progress is always monitored. The follow vehicle also contains the assigned alternate runner. Drivers will drive the follow vehicles in shifts designated by the Support Team Coordinator. Timekeepers ride in the follow vehicle and monitor individual runner times and monitor the runners' physical condition. They further assist the runner by providing split times as requested, offer words of encouragement to the runner during his/her leg, and provide the necessary refreshments to the runners upon request. Shuttle drivers transport runners and support personnel to their assigned location along the race route and assist in making sure no one is left behind. They also provide extra support to the Race-Day Coordinators and help monitor overall race progress. Catcher duties consist of working one or more legs and "catching" the runner who is finishing their run. Making sure the runner is safe and assisting them after their run is over. VOLUNTEER SUPPORT CREW There is much more to the race than the 20 runners racing along a 120-Mile relay course. A great deal of training, preparation and logistics goes into planning for a successful and safe race. There are strict rules in place to ensure the safety of each participant and every team is required to supply support personnel for their runners. There is a need for follow and shuttle van drivers, race-day coordinators, communication staff, catchers, and time keepers. Additionally, the team could not survive without the generous support of the CSU community and sponsors. These organizations and individuals donate their time, money, or efforts to ensure our success. POSITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Even if you're not a runner, we want you to be a part of the family and the CSUPD Running Team. Join today as a Volunteer!!!	<urn:uuid:1b093a75-199a-4d39-81d5-00f3112e1367>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	http://www.csupd.com/volunteers.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570868.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808152744-20220808182744-00069.warc.gz	en	0.952888	532	1.539063	2
There was an interesting Op-Ed column in The New York Times last week, prompted by the recent grand jury decisions involving white police officers who killed unarmed black men. The grand juries -- one in Ferguson, Missouri, one in Staten Island -- both found no reason to continue investigations into the incidents. This has left large numbers of people angry. Some hit the streets and protested. Others stayed home and fumed that police officers have a difficult, thankless job and that these protesters should probably get jobs of their own. In a piece “The Unreconstructed North,” history professor Jason Sokol argued that not enough attention is paid to how racism has evolved in the Northern U.S., mainly because so much attention is paid to the South’s brutal legacy. “Americans know that we cannot understand Southern history, or our nation’s history more generally, without coming to grips with slavery and Jim Crow,” Sokol writes. “But we fail to apply this lesson to the North … Northern cities and states have long harbored movements for racial democracy, as well as for racial segregation, within the same heart and soul.” But in the whole column, Sokol never once mentions immigration, much less specific immigrant groups such as the Irish. And yet, given the heavy Irish representation on big Northern city police forces throughout much of the 19th and 20th centuries, it seems impossible to wrestle with this question without taking the Irish and other immigrant groups into account. What role did they play when it came to police brutality and racial injustice? Why did they play that role? This is a small part of much broader problem when it comes to examining current events as well as history. All too often, people choose to ignore the vivid lessons America’s tradition of immigration can teach us. This is why it’s far too simplistic to talk about the black-white divide in America. Immigrants and their children -- then and now -- don’t always fit neatly into either category. Hence, many people find it generally easier to ignore them. But not Gerard Howlin in the Irish Independent. In a scathing column published last week, Howlin linked the Irish to America’s long-running racial woes. “Part of the Irish identity abroad was opposition to people of darker color. … It is rooted (in Ireland), and it is still here now,” Howlin writes. “Objectified by class and creed, but skilled survivors, many Irish are abusers. We took it with us around the world. It is part of the back story of Michael Brown and Darren Wilson in Ferguson.” From the New York City Draft Riots in the 1860s to the Boston bussing riots of the 1970s, it is tempting to see a particularly green tinge in much Northern U.S. racial tension. And one would have to be willfully ignorant to not think deeply about Howlin’s notion that the Irish “became white” (as certain scholars have put it) so that they could look down on at least one more-despised group in America. Yet it must be added that this is only one ugly part of the Irish American racial story. On the other hand, many Irish immigrants and their children fought nobly against slavery in the Civil War. Many Irish cops and soldiers were pressed into duty to put down the Draft Riots. Rates of marriage between Irish- and African-Americans were actually quite high in enclaves such as the Five Points. And the Boston bussing protesters were enraged by two liberal, Irish Americans, Senator Ted Kennedy and Judge Arthur Garrity. What about the Irish American radicals and labor leaders who did embrace African Americans and feminism and immigrants from other countries? What about the priests and nuns who marched alongside Martin Luther King? Should there have been more? Of course. There is no point believing the Irish experience in America has been all happy shamrocks and George M. Cohan tunes. Howlin may well be on to something when he says “the Irish story is connected to what happened in Ferguson.” But what he misses are that aspects of the Irish American experience that may well point us to a solution. (Contact “Sidewalks” at tdeignan.blogspot.com)	<urn:uuid:f2991c55-4ed2-4819-a0bd-448ec2e16c7c>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.irishcentral.com/news/irishvoice/us-should-take-stock-of-how-racism-has-evolved-following-eric-garner-case	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571210.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220810191850-20220810221850-00475.warc.gz	en	0.964958	898	3.125	3
Once-Untouched Haven for Tigers, Orangutans, Elephants Being Systematically Targeted by APP/SMG Sumatran Forest is Last Home of the Indigenous Orang Rimba and Talang Mamak A joint media release by KKI Warsi, FZS, Eyes on the Forest and WWF-Indonesia Embargoed until December 14th on 12.00Western Indonesian Time JAMBI, Indonesia – A forest named by international scientists as one of the top 20 priority landscapes globally for the survival of the tiger is being systematically targeted for pulp production by Asia Pulp & Paper/Sinar Mas Group (APP/SMG), one of the world’s largest paper suppliers. This is in breach of company’s claims that it doesn’t target high quality and high conservation value forest for clearing and that it’s carbon footprint is close to neutral. An investigation by local NGOs working in central Sumatra found that since 2004, APP-affiliated companies have systematically sought out inactive selective logging concessions on land with dense natural forests in the Bukit Tigapuluh landscape. The companies obtained government licenses to switch their status to industrial timber plantation concessions, sometimes under legally questionable circumstances. This allows for clear cutting and replacing the natural forest with commercial plantations. Such conversion leaves homeless the elephants, tigers, orangutans and forest-dwelling indigenous tribes who have been living here for centuries. “Despite APP’s claims that it doesn’t pulp high quality forest, our investigation found that in the last six years, the company in this landscape alone contributed to loss of about 60,000 hectares of high carbon and high conservation value forest without appropriate professional assessments or stakeholder consultation,” said Susanto Kurniawan of EoF. “Bukit Tigapuluh is just one of very few remaining rain forests left in central Sumatra, therefore we urge the Government not to give it away to APP/SMG who will mercilessly eliminate it and will devastate local communities and biodiversity.” Bukit Tigapuluh is home to two tribes of forest-dwelling indigenous people. 551 Orang Rimba and 165 Talang Mamak live here, neither settle outside of central Sumatra. The Orang Rimba people have inhabited the jungles of Bukit Tigapuluh for centuries, traveling in tight-knit family groups in the forests, hunting, fishing and collecting non-timber forest products on their traditional lands. “Members of this indigenous tribe occasionally trade goods with villages on the edge of the forest, but prefer to keep to themselves,” said Diki Kurniawan from WARSI. “They are being driven off their ancestral land by APP and other companies and are running out of options. They depend on the forest for medicine, food, shelter and crops to trade with villagers. Many must now beg for rice handouts to survive.” The “Global Priority Tiger Conservation Landscape” of Bukit Tigapuluh in central Sumatra was deemed one of the 20 landscapes critical to the long-term survival of tigers in the wild by leading tiger scientists in 2006. In November 2010, the Indonesian government pledged at a global tiger summit to make the landscape one of its focal areas for tiger conservation. Bukit Tigapuluh harbors close to 320,000 hectares of natural forest in 2010, the largest concentration of remaining blocks of lowland forest on non-peat soil on the island. Around 30 tigers are estimated to survive here, nearly 10 percent of the population of critically endangered Sumatran tigers left in the wild. The tigers here share the forest with more than 150 Sumatran elephants and 130 great apes that were released here as part of the only successful reintroduction program for Sumatran orangutans. “We have released more than 100 orangutans, including Tamara from Perth Zoo, into this forest in partnership with the Indonesian government because this was supposed to be a good and protected forest,” said Julius Paolo Siregar of the Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) “These great apes are the survivors of the illegal pet trade who are confiscated and finally getting a chance to live and breed again in the wild. Orangutans cannot live without trees and forest conversion plans mean certain death for many of them.” The landscape had long been too remote and hilly for industry to target but as much of Sumatra was being deforested the pulp and paper industry started to focus here. Today, only 42 percent (134,834 hectares) of the remaining forest in the landscape – in the most hilly area – is under protection as Bukit Tigapuluh National Park. Evaluation of likely natural forest loss in the future concludes that APP/SMG could become the single biggest destroyer of natural forest in Bukit Tigapuluh - close to 60 percent, about 97,000 hectares, of the remaining forest outside the park is under danger of large-scale commercial conversion for pulp and paper production by APP/SMG. Two APP/SMG affiliates - PT. Artelindo Wiratama and PT. Tebo Multiagro Corporation – continued to clear Bukit Tigapuluh’s natural forest in 2010 and PT. Rimba Hutani Mas of Sinar Mas Group is planning to clear close to 43,000 hectares of natural forest. NGOs fear that the newest industrial timber plantation concessions of PT. Lestari Asri Jaya of Barito Pacific Group, containing around 36,000 hectares of dense natural forests, could start to clear them to supply the wood to APP/SMG in the near future. Like the pulp and paper industry, the tigers, elephants and orangutans prefer the flatlands to the hills, putting them in the direct path of the bulldozers that come to clear the forest. The ones that survive are subsequently threatened by conflict with the plantation workers, illegal encroachers and poachers who follow, once easy access is provided by logging roads including the APP logging road constructed possibly illegally. Already local governments and NGOs endorsed a ‘Bukit Tigapuluh Ecosystem Conservation Implementation Plan’ in May 2009 aiming at a sustainable landscape which supports the conservation of biodiversity and welfare of the local communities based on sustainable low-carbon economy. Already, Jambi Province has applied to become the country’s first pilot REDD-plus province. Already, many decision makers have agreed to expand Bukit Tigapuluh National Park. Yet APP/SMG keeps cutting away. “It is urgent that as much remaining natural forest in the landscape as possible is protected in expanded national park or ecosystem restoration concessions and that no more licenses for natural forest conversion be issued or executed,” said Aditya Bayunanda of WWF-Indonesia. “The Bukit Tigapuluh landscape is a major test of Indonesia’s climate agreement with the Kingdom of Norway. We propose that the Government of Indonesia applies the moratorium on natural forest and peat conversion that it committed to in its agreement with Norway to all forests, including those in the Bukit Tigapuluh landscape. We stand ready to help the Government find ways to protect the forest and Indonesia’s natural heritage.” Notes to Editors: - The report is published at: http://www.wwf.or.id/btp_report_dec10_pdf - The report is accompanied by supportive evidence in geo-referenced format on Google Earth. including deforestation map of the area and photographs. The collection can be downloaded at: http://www.wwf.or.id/btp_evidence_google_earth - Last year’s joint NGO press release on Bukit Tigapuluh can be found at: http://www.savesumatra.org/index.php/newspublications/pressdetail/8 - In 2007, APP’s affiliates built a new and likely illegal logging and wood transport highway that cuts the Bukit Tigapuluh Landscape in half and was constructed through High Conservation Value Forests without an environmental impact assessment. It is severely damaging the landscape by giving access to encroachers and poachers who never used these forests before. 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We’re about to dive into how are disabled travelers wandering the world, obstacles that appear in the way, best destinations, what traveling the world can teach us… Among many other things. We’re doing it relying on two different testimonies. We have talked to John Morris, the man you see avobe and the one who is behind the great website Wheelchair Travel, which is a useful starting point for planning your trip if you’re a disabled traveler who wants to get to know our beautiful world in the easiest way possible. And you can trust him, he has visited 27 different countries! He’s all about destinations, tips and information based on personal experience! Our second testimony is Mirjam Versteegh, from Disabled Accessible Travel, a company based in Barcelona that offers accessible services to visitors from all over the world to have the smoothest trip ever and completely knows what are the best solution for each person. What are the main obstacles disabled people have to face when traveling (physically and mentally)? John: The accessibility of the built environment varies widely from place to place, and especially from continent to continent. Wheelchair users in particular rely heavily on common-sense adaptations like level entry and barrier-free transportation. Without these basic accommodations, it can be difficult to organize an accessible trip. From the mental and emotional standpoint, facing the uncertainties of travel with a disability can be scary. Will the hotel room meet one’s accessibility needs? Will transportation be available? Will the attraction be open to everyone? And, what happens when things don’t go to plan? Many of these concerns can be curbed with adequate research, but the availability of such information remains sparse. Mirjam: In my opinion, the main and initial obstacle for disabled travelers wandering the world is the mental state when people believe they ‘can not’ participate due to a disability, or are slightly hesitant. However, when they find the belief and strength to step over this barrier, more and more will they find that exploring the world is still very much within reach. The variety of information available online by people in a similar situation is a great help with this and in general offers recent and accurate information. When traveling, especially abroad, is it possible for them to go by their own? John: While I do not travel with a personal care assistant, every traveler relies on other people. Whether it is the bellman who carries our bags, the bus driver who gives us directions, or the housekeeper who cleans our hotel room – every traveler, every person, relies on the assistance of others. We need to demystify carers, who make life possible for many of my peers in the disability community. There is no shame in getting the help that makes our lives easier. Mirjam: It depends on each individual personal situation and physical state. We often assist people that travel with their partner. However, we also work a lot with people travelling alone, and they also do fine! We sometimes help with means of transportation and renting certain equipments on site, in order to assure as much independence as possible. What countries are the best ones at adapting sports for disabled people? John: The United States and the United Kingdom are leading the way in this area, particularly with regard to adapted cycling and skiing. In the USA, I’ve met many groups of wheelchair athletes participating in sports like basketball, hockey, tennis, rugby and softball. Other unique opportunities, like horseback riding and zip lines are popping up as well. For those interested in accessible sport, reaching out to local disability organizations and groups is a good first step. Demand is growing for these opportunities worldwide. Which are the cities around the world that are best adapted to disabled travelers? John: I believe the most vital component of an accessible world is the availability of transportation. Cities that excel in this area typically have a disabled population that is much more active and demanding of greater accessibility in other areas. I’m a big fan of Seattle, Washington; Chicago, Illinois; Washington D.C.; London, England; Munich, Germany; and Hong Kong, China. Each offer accessible public transportation and wheelchair taxis that make getting around easy and stress-free. Restaurants, attractions and hotels also serve people with disabilities well in these cities. Mirjam: There are so many that I do not want to make a choice as that would be diminishing others. What I do find is that there is a continuous growing mindset that accessibility is not a favor, but a right. However, this mindset is changing very very slowly, although legislation is there. A lot of work is still be done, advocacy is needed. In U2GUIDE, we are very focused on living the local experience, getting in touch with locals, learning about their way of living. How would it be possible for disabled travelers to live this kind of experience? (Visit small markets, hidden spots…) John: Tourists interested in taking part in the local experience should skip the chain hotels, restaurants, etc. They might also want to avoid major metros like New York and Paris, where tourism has really covered up the local history and life experience. I’ve found that my best experiences in interacting with locals and understanding their genuine lifestyles have occurred in Asia – from Cambodia to China to Malaysia. Last year, in visiting Phnom Penh, Cambodia, I stayed at a locally-owned hotel, rolled through the street markets in my wheelchair, and ate local cuisine in restaurants and in street stalls. This was by far one of my most genuine travel experiences, and it really touched me in a special way. Mirjam: In my opinion, this should be the same for every traveler, disabled or abled or whomever. It all comes down to an open mindset, flexibility and a genuine interest and curiosity in meeting new people, new cultures, new food and new habits. Without judgement and prejudice. The most important thing is to be open to new perspectives. This is often more limiting, than being impacted and/or hindered by a physical disability, of any kind. Which is the main thing that traveling has taught you? John: Travel has opened my world to new ideas, people and perspectives. When you travel as often as I do, you learn to appreciate this diversity. If you stay in one place and watch only local news, you’ll be conditioned to fear the world. But I’ve learned that the world actually is not a scary place, whether you find yourself in Europe, the Middle East, Asia or Africa. And the diversity of people and cultures is addictive. I’ve learned to appreciate the beauty that exists in places where I might not have recognized it before. Mirjam: The sky’s the limit, aim to think in opportunities and new experiences rather than barriers. What advice would you give to people in a wheelchair that want to travel the world but feel “limited”? John: Take the risk. And trust in the goodness of other people. With every challenge I face as a wheelchair traveler, there is always a solution within reach. On my very first international trip as a wheelchair user – to Beijing, China – my wheelchair’s battery died one night on a secluded street, blocks from my hotel. It took a few tries to find someone who spoke English, but a wonderful man offered to push me back to my hotel, and to electricity. In this wonderful world of humanity, you’ll quickly find that someone always has your back, and oftentimes that person is a total stranger. So, have faith, take risks and experience the beauty of the world and the people within it! Mirjam: With regards to traveling the world, do not only accept what is on offered and presented to you. Keep thinking outside of the box, keep asking questions, as there are way more possibilities than one would ever think and imagine! As you can see, traveling is what fulfills your heart the most, no matter how “limited” you think you are, this is just your mind and fears talking. There is always a way for you to learn, visit and share experiences wherever you go, you just have to embrace opportunities and let go. 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At the moment, shortcodes in WordPress are processed only in post/page content. You can use them in lots of other places, though, if you enable them for each field you want. Here’s how to use shortcodes in widgets, excerpts, comments, theme files, user descriptions, and category/tag/taxonomy descriptions. It’s easy to make shortcodes work in text widgets. Just add the following to your add_filter( 'widget_text', 'shortcode_unautop'); add_filter( 'widget_text', 'do_shortcode'); The second line is the one that makes the shortcodes work, but you’ll want to include both. If you check “add paragraphs automatically” on the widget, WordPress will apply the autop filter — the one that turns your line breaks into paragraph and break tags. If a shortcode is on its own line, it would normally get wrapped in a paragraph tag. The first line prevents that from happening. You can use shortcodes right in your theme! Use the do_shortcode() function, where the argument is a string that contains a shortcode. For example, to print the output of the shortcode [foo] in a theme, add this to the file: <?php do_shortcode('[foo]'); ?> do_shortcode() function accepts any text as its input. If the string contains a shortcode, that code will get processed. So, for example, you could manually process your post content for shortcodes like this: <?php $content = get_the_content(); echo do_shortcode($content); ?> Do you trust your commenters enough to allow them to use shortcodes? This goes into add_filter( 'comment_text', 'shortcode_unautop'); add_filter( 'comment_text', 'do_shortcode' ); To enable shortcodes in excerpts, add these lines to your add_filter( 'the_excerpt', 'shortcode_unautop'); add_filter( 'the_excerpt', 'do_shortcode'); There is no filter (as far as I know) for the user description, so in order to display the description with shortcodes, you’ll need to fetch the description string, then pass it to the do_shortcode() function. This would go into your theme file: <php // $user_id = 3; $userdata = get_userdata($user_id); echo do_shortcode($userdata->description); ?> Category, Tag, and Taxonomy Descriptions These descriptions can be filtered, so the code for your functions.php file is simple: add_filter( 'term_description', 'shortcode_unautop'); add_filter( 'term_description', 'do_shortcode' );	<urn:uuid:fa75dc72-0715-45cd-a49a-6663bc6572b3>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	http://stephanieleary.com/2010/02/using-shortcodes-everywhere/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00069.warc.gz	en	0.726259	653	1.773438	2
With more than 3,600 varieties, the world’s most comprehensive indexed database includes names, images, and a taxonomy. From determinate and multiflora to mini, dwarf micro, and basket varieties—powerful search features enable you to identify specific tomatoes using a wide range of criteria. ‘Plan 9 from Outer Space’ is probably an accidental cross, found by Remy Rotella, USA (Sample Seed Shop), who grew it from seed he gets as a ‘Solar Flare’ tomato. Yellow and red striped outside with yellow and red marbled flesh, beefsteak type fruit, weighing about 7-12 oz. Delicious, good balanced sweet and acidic flavors with some fruity notes. Indeterminate, regular leaf plants produce fairly from the middle of the season. Variety named after one of the worst fantasy movies ever, ‘Plan 9 from Outer Space’.	<urn:uuid:7bd6c31b-901d-48eb-9a36-6c03a08d282f>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.worldtomatosociety.com/tomato/plan-9-from-outer-space/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572221.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816060335-20220816090335-00066.warc.gz	en	0.868134	184	2.203125	2
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Accomplished in 2012, “Tar” is based on the collection of the same name by Pulitzer-winning poet C.K. Williams. The film combines the adaptations of 11 poems to create a poetic journey into the life of C.K. Williams. Thus, the film takes us through several decades of life, beginning with his childhood weather C.K., then grew from Detroit. His marriage with Catherine, and follows the emergence of their son, Jed. Then, prepare for C.K. a reading to “Tar” in New York and spends his nights writing new poems, inspired by its past. On the day of the lecture, he will commemorate the Central moments of its existence.	<urn:uuid:488640ec-002b-4f35-9094-678a7d253b77>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.godownloadmovies.com/tar/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560284405.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095124-00033-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.966945	144	2.015625	2
Ukrainian doctor Julia Bagivska was imprisoned for three months in inhumane conditions. She was released thanks to the prisoner exchange with the Russians. Even the president made time for her cause. Volodymyr Zelensky announced in a video message in mid-June that “Taira” had returned home. I managed to get it out. Julia Bagevska, better known as Tyra, is celebrated in Ukraine as a heroine. Since 2014, the year the war began in Donbass, you may have saved hundreds of lives as a doctor. She also represents her country in shooting and swimming at the Invictus Games and Warrior Games, sports competitions for veterans. When Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, Bzhevska was in the southern port city of Mariupol. You captured the horror of the city attack with your body camera. Pictures were later given to two journalists from the American news agency AP, who smuggled them out of town, hiding in a tampon. In mid-March, Bzhevska was captured by Russian troops in Mariupol. Three months later, she was released during a prisoner exchange. How do you feel when you are free again? Julia Bagevska: I’m thrilled, but I’m also worried about the boys and girls getting left behind. I am trying to do everything in my power to ensure that they can also be released through a prisoner exchange as quickly as possible. I was in Mariupol when the war started. how do we get there? Bagevska: I supplied the medical staff in the city with equipment and medicines. Normally I would have mailed him, but he was a volunteer friend on his way to Mariupol and I had a place in his car with medicines and materials. I wasn’t planning to stay in Mariupol, I wanted to come back right away because I was training for Invictus Games. I thought war was going to break out, but I didn’t expect it to happen so quickly and violently. When did you decide to photograph the war? Bagevska: Most frontline doctors use body cameras. You can then watch the videos later to analyze if you did everything right. But at some point I realized there were a lot of videos and a lot of injuries. I realized that it is a historical material, which is of value not only in the medical field. One of the videos shows how a small child dies in hospital. How did you feel in that moment? Bagevska: The death of a child is very painful. It’s a pointless war: children die in my arms and I can’t help it. I also dealt with Russian soldiers. why? Bagevska: The wounded are not my enemies – they are sick. How were you arrested? Bagevska: I cannot reveal many details as the investigation is still ongoing. On March 15, at one of the checkpoints of the DNR militia (DNR stands for the so-called Donetsk People’s Republic, a pro-Russian separatist region in eastern Ukraine) they stopped our bus to Zaporizhia. I heard from volunteer aid workers that there was a lane, but the bus stopped anyway. How were you treated during your imprisonment? Bagevska: The other prisoners and I were treated like slaves. Except for the clothes we were wearing, they took all our personal belongings. We were subjected to physical and mental torture. We were put into cells in a basement. We were only able to shower once every three months. There was a doctor who helped me. Blinded by Russian propaganda, she still gave me the drugs to survive. I am grateful to her for that. You are talking about physical and psychological torture: what does it consist of? Bagevska: I can’t say anything about physical violence yet. I have been explicitly asked not to. because of the investigation? Bagevska: yes. Psychological violence consists of all kinds of humiliation: lies and constant demands to admit things I didn’t do. They wanted me to confess that I had killed someone, that I belonged to the Azov regiment, although I had never been in this regiment. They wanted me to condemn myself so they could use the video against me. On June 17, you were released in a prisoner exchange. How did it go? Bagevska: Without any explanation, I was put in a car and drove away from Donetsk. I asked where they are taking me. They replied that I swap. OK, I just said. Of course I felt relieved, but I tried not to show my feelings in front of these monsters. You are currently in Great Britain. why? Bagevska: I prepare for the Warrior Games, which are held in America once a year. In Ukraine, large parts of the sports infrastructure have been damaged by the war. Will you come back as a doctor? Bagevska: Only if my physical condition allows it. Written by Alexander Sarovich, in collaboration with Igor Eshchuk, Der Spiegel.	<urn:uuid:7c9c7dd9-6fd1-4a13-ad16-4dd60b55d3f4>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://hairlossbimedi.com/2022/08/03/we-were-treated-like-slaves-2/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571502.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811194507-20220811224507-00076.warc.gz	en	0.985695	1,080	1.601563	2
FLICC has just completed 10 regional lesson study implementation workshops. These two-day workshops trained more than 400 lesson study facilitators and distributed more than 300 lesson study support kits. State, district, and building level educators worked hard in every region of Florida, putting the State on the cusp of a statewide implementation of lesson study. We thank them all for their diligent efforts! Although we would happily go out with this bang of an effort, FLICC is not finished supporting lesson study implementation. Next up is co-facilitation with a select number of districts. This co-facilitation is designed to give districts a push and get them over the planning hump and into actual implementation of their lesson study plans. We are also visiting colleges around the State where preservice and alternative certification programs are housed. This is so that instructors of Florida's future educators can learn about the essentials of lesson study and what is happening in the schools and districts across the State. If future educators learn about lesson study before they come to work, they will be ready to participate in the ongoing professional learning communities that use lesson study. FLICC is working with the FLDOE to lay plans for next school year, so stay tuned for announcements of upcoming events and professional development centered on lesson study. In the meantime, please post your ideas for how we can best support Florida's continuing efforts to implement lesson study statewide.	<urn:uuid:622b01ac-edb0-4cb7-bc1c-b52985171eb2>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://floridalessonstudy.blogspot.com/2011_02_01_archive.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280410.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00454-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.960614	284	1.796875	2
Response to 360-degree feedback as a management development intervention :deflection, change, and transformation Callender, Stephen McLean MetadataShow full item record This study examined how managers develop in response to 360-degree feedback, to discover why some change more deeply than the skills the feedback addresses. The study describes influences that lead some to develop a new perspective on their work, even on themselves, while others change only skill. The purpose was to deeply examine, using qualitative research methods, the experience of 360-degree feedback in a management development program. While other studies have approached isolating variables under experimental conditions or quantifying incremental changes, this one directly examines the experience of a few managers in order to describe and connect certain processes. This study describes how the processes work as the managers change over time to greater and lesser degrees. The study gathered in-depth interview data from 15 participants in a management development program, in a design that captured the experience of ten at 3 and 8 months after Profilor feedback, and five others at 22 months after feedback. Of these, five were selected as exemplary cases, and their data were examined using a constant comparative method to develop process descriptions across cases over 10,000 lines of text. These process descriptions answered the research questions "what influences lead to acceptance or deflection of feedback?" "what influences the change decision process, especially for deep versus superficial change?" and "what influences deep and lasting change?" Additionally, other organizational, relationship, and individual variables emerged and are described. Within the bounds of this study, those who started a developmental dialog with direct reports or peers experienced the deepest and most resilient change. Source credibility in feedback givers was essential for acceptance of the feedback, and, when missing, led to both deflection of the feedback and a worsening relationship. Organizational turmoil minimized the effect of the feedback. While this study did not measure adult cognitive development stage, some who engaged in developmental dialog broadened their perspective beyond dualism and came to challenge their assumptions, suggesting that 360-degree feedback can go beyond skill-building and be effective as a means to establish a developmental dialog. - Doctoral Dissertations	<urn:uuid:260f04a0-9370-402a-965e-726f5350979d>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	https://vtechworks.lib.vt.edu/handle/10919/38125	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988720000.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183840-00025-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.935893	436	1.671875	2
Abstract: take turns to stare at a pencil far and near, and watch how the pencil that is not aimed can be regarded as two shapes and become blurred. Watch slowly at first, then gradually increase the speed. Practice for no more than 4 minutes, otherwise you will feel tired. focus on the movement of the thumb for 2 minutes Objective: to improve the movement function of the eyes cover one eye with a towel, eye mask or palm. Be careful not to close your eyes tightly! Sit in a chair and keep your body straight. Don’t lean against it! Put your feet parallel in front of your body. straighten the arm on the side of the body with the eyes open and raise the thumb. When doing eye exercises, always keep your eyes on your thumb and never make it disappear from your sight. Keep your head straight and don’t follow your arms. move the arm horizontally from right to left for 7 times, with the maximum distance of 60 ~ 70cm. Then move vertically from top to bottom for 7 times, then move diagonally obliquely for 7 times (first from left to top, and then right to bottom, and then right to top, and then left to bottom), and finally move in circles for 7 times (first clockwise, then counterclockwise). Change hands and practice again. Important tips from experts: the practice time of each eye shall not exceed 2 minutes, otherwise the eyes will feel tired. look at two pencils alternately from far to near for 4 minutes purpose: train spatial vision sit in a chair, keep your body straight and don’t lean against it! Put your feet parallel in front of your body. hold a pencil in each hand, and the pencil is parallel and vertical in front of the nose. One pencil is about 20cm away from the nose and the other is about 50cm away. now began to take turns to stare at a pencil far and near, and to see how the pencil that was not aimed could be seen as two shapes and become blurred. Watch slowly at first, then gradually increase the speed. Practice for no more than 4 minutes, otherwise you will feel tired. Important tips from experts: if you don’t have diplopia (you can’t see the diplopia), you can try to move your invisible pencil a little, or look out of the window for a while, and then practice again. If you still can’t see the compound image, you should see an ophthalmologist or ask an optometrist to check your eyesight. reproduce the watched letters in mind for 2 minutes. Purpose: to train the acuity of the eyes, hold a foreign language magazine or a newspaper, find an asymmetric letter (such as English lowercase letter A, as shown in the figure), and then look at the letter S for 5 times. Then close your eyes and reproduce the precise graphics of the letters and their sharp contrast in your heart for 30 seconds. now you can imagine the letter S at a distance with very keen eyes. Repeat the exercise once and imagine the letter s figure for 30 seconds. then imagine the opposite (left-right reverse) shape of the letter s. If you master all the essentials of the exercise, you can finish the exercise without interruption. expert important tips: hyperopia should not do this exercise. Some nearsighted people have many difficulties in doing this exercise, but it will become easier and easier through repeated practice. watch the chest throw and catch for 3 minutes Objective: to train the side vision this exercise needs to be completed in a standing position. Look for a place with an eye point at least 4 meters away to do this exercise. now you throw a tennis ball up and catch the falling tennis ball. When you throw up and down to catch a tennis ball, your eyes never leave the distant gaze. When a tennis ball goes up and down, you should only watch with the rest of your eyes. If you successfully master this practice method, you can even throw the tennis ball up more than 1 meter and catch the falling tennis ball again, then you can move your arm farther and farther to one side of your body until you see that the tennis ball is still in the view of the corner of your eyes. When begin to practice, the left and right hand wheels change the ground to do throwing and catching tennis and side looking exercises. After practicing skillfully, you can do throwing and catching tennis and side looking exercises with both hands at the same time. expert important tips: even if you feel difficult when you start practicing, you should not look directly at tennis. If you want to improve your practice level, you can practice while watching TV. 4-minute eye covering exercise purpose: relax your eyes sit at your desk with your elbows supported on the table or thighs. Put your arched palm in front of your eyes, cover your eyes, but don’t close your eyes, and you can breathe freely with your nose. Try not to let the light into your eyes. now imagine a beautiful picture (such as the ocean) in front of you and in the distance. After practicing for at least 4 minutes, slowly put down the eyes covering hands, and the practice is over. Then you use the rest of your eyes to look at things in your side field of vision. expert important tips: hyperopia and people who are not easy to concentrate should slightly change the method of this exercise: watch the light of a lamp with two eyes around, but their eyes are not straight into the light! Then you look at the resulting spot of light until it slowly disappears. The eye is the 3 alarming number of women with dry eye incidence rate is 2.5 times that of men. Women are more likely to suffer from dry eye than men because of the fluctuation of hormones. Moreover, few people realize that excessive eye fatigue and insufficient water can also consume physical and mental energy. When are tired, the blinking frequency increases by 64%! Eye reflex keeps the eyes moist by eliminating tears on the surface of the eyes. When talking to people, we blink an average of 16.6 times per minute. However, when you spend 30 minutes doing eye work such as computer operation, reading or sewing, your blinking rate increases by 64%. If you feel that your blinking frequency has increased significantly, you should close your eyes every 15 minutes10 seconds, and then blink 5 times. This is a wonderful plan to eliminate eye fatigue and restore eyesight vitality. omega-3 fatty acids can reduce dry eye symptoms by 66%! Tears contain a lipid layer of natural oil, which is very important to maintain eye lubrication. 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New Delhi, July 9 (ANI): Afghan refugees living in New Delhi are getting skill development training through the Anudip Foundation, which is an implementing partner with United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR). The Anudip Foundation is offering this training to ensure a sustainable livelihood for Afghan refugees. Presently, 79 refugees from Afghanistan are enrolled for IT and communication skills training at two centres in Delhi. After the three-month long skill development training, the foundation ensures the placement of these candidates. Tamana, an Afghan refugee who is studying at the Anudip Foundation, said, “I am pursuing classes at Anudip. I want to join work. So, this training will help me to get a job.” Mohebullah Selemankhil, who has been living in India since 2012, said, “After finishing my course at Anudip, I would like to continue my senior secondary education. After that, I will be joining college.” Tahmeena Noori migrated to India after her father was killed by the Taliban in Afghanistan. A bank employee in Afghanistan, Tahmeena is now sharpening her skills to get a suitable job in India. “Due to lots of problems in Afghanistan, the situation is not good. Women do not have the right to go out of their homes because the Taliban does not want them to continue their education,” said Tahmeena. “My father was killed by the Taliban and our family is so sad from then on, that we decided to leave Afghanistan and come to India,” Tahmeena added. After a three-month long skill development training, these students get placements in BPOs, IT firms, banks and other sectors in India. “At the Malviya Nagar Centre, we have been able to train 50 Afghan people. Forty three have graduated and 30 candidates have been placed in different organisations in Delhi. In Bhogal, we are still continuing with the placements and have placed somewhere around 43,” said Raja Khan, Operations Manager, Anudip Foundation. As of end December 2014, there are some 10,395 Afghan refugees and asylum-seekers registered with UNHCR in India. By Neelapu Shanti (ANI)	<urn:uuid:351a95bf-f302-4e2c-b1b4-6a79987454d0>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.canindia.com/indian-architect-photographer-raises-funds-for-quake-hit-nepal/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280504.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00139-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.963226	478	1.921875	2
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Past studies surrounding nutrition have shown that following a Mediterranean diet brings great health benefits, such as reduced risks of heart disease, certain cancers and diabetes. A new study, however, has revealed that consuming a Mediterranean diet along with more portions of nuts or extra virgin olive oil could help to protect cognitive functioning in older adults. The Mediterranean diet discourages the consumption of saturated fats and instead, makes use of healthier types of fat from sources such as olive oil, whole grains, legumes and nuts. Vegetables and these healthier types of fat are rich in antioxidants, which help to counteract oxidative stress - a process where the body is unable to fully detoxify itself and is believed to contribute towards cognitive decline. Researchers at the Institut d'Investigacions Biomediques August Pi Sunyer in Barcelona, Spain, set out to investigate the relationship between a Mediterranean diet supplemented with olive oil or nuts and cognitive decline. For the study, they recruited participants who were cognitively healthy, had a high risk of heart disease and an average age of 67. The researchers assigned 155 participants to follow a Mediterranean diet supplemented with one litre of extra virgin olive oil per week and 147 participants to follow a Mediterranean diet supplemented with 30 grams of mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts) per day. Numerous neuropsychological tests were conducted on the participants to measure cognitive change, focusing on attention, memory and executive function. These results were compared with those of 145 control participants who were asked to follow a diet with reduced dietary fat. Emilio Ros, lead researcher of the study, said: 'The group with nuts did better compared to the control group in memory tests, memorising names or words, while the olive oil group did better on tests that require speed of thought, your frontal function, your executive function. 'Our results suggest that in an older population, a Mediterranean diet supplemented with olive oil or nuts may counteract age-related cognitive decline.' The study has been published in JAMA Internal Medicine.	<urn:uuid:b088cc77-761c-49ad-8dcc-723d33046d6d>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/healthy-living/news/a25590/mediterranean-diet-with-extra-nuts-or-oil-helps-memory/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279169.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00220-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.951266	412	2.890625	3
Many people worry that when they switch to a vegan diet and vegan lifestyle, that they will miss out on the sweet treats that they know and love. But that doesn’t have to be the case. In fact, there are many vegan-friendly options that can satisfy the sweet tooth of any chocolate lovers out there, options including some but not all dark chocolate. Is Dark Chocolate Vegan? The short answer is.. it depends. While most dark chocolate bars are made from a high percentage of cacao beans,(a plant-based product) there are some dark chocolate brands that do add milk, milk fat, or whole milk powder to fill in the gaps. Most dark chocolates are made from somewhere between 55-80% cacao, and generally the more cacao, the fewer fillers. A vegan chocolate bar should generally be made from chocolate liquor, vanilla, sugar, and some version of the cocoa bean. That could include cocoa butter, cocoa powder, cocoa mass, or some form of cocoa solids. (Yes all of these are vegan because they are made from cocoa beans which are plant-based.) Check out our delicious vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookie recipe after you are done reading! In fact, cocoa butter and cocoa powder, are both excellent sweetener substitutes in many vegan recipes. A lot of dark chocolate is vegan since cacao is plant-based. Many companies use sea salt as a sweetening agent in their dark chocolate due to health reasons and because it inherently complements the taste of dark chocolate. This allows them to skip out on having to use milk products for sweetening purposes. So much dark chocolate is usually vegan but there are some very big exceptions. Some dark chocolates and dark chocolate bars can include things like salted caramel, toffee, etc. which contains milk and are not vegan. Some also do add milk products in order to create a smoother texture, add a sweetening component, or to fill in the gap left over after adding the cacao. So to ensure you are getting the best vegan chocolate or vegan dark chocolate do a label check and keep an eye out for things like skimmed milk powder, milk fat, whole milk powder, white chocolate, milk solids, animal products, and even whey powder. Vegan Dark Chocolate But thankfully many vegan dark chocolate brands will use milk substitutes such as almond milk, coconut milk, rice milk, or other plant-based milk substitutes, to get that creamy texture and add a bit of sweetness without compromising the integrity of the vegan chocolates. There are even vegan milk chocolate candies and vegan milk chocolate bars now that use those same types of substitutes to bring the delicious world of milk chocolate into the realm of vegan options. So is dark chocolate vegan? The answer is…it’s complicated. Generally yes, but sometimes no. But with the addition of plant-based milk substitutes, sea salt type sweeteners, and a higher demand for environmentally conscious products, the answer is more and more often becoming, yes! How Can You Tell If Dark Chocolate Is Vegan? So how can you tell if your favorite chocolate bar is in fact vegan friendly or if it contains non-vegan ingredients? A quick label check should give you all the information you need to know about vegan dark chocolate or a vegan dark chocolate bar. If the chocolate is around 70% cacao, then you know you are dealing with a great high-quality dark chocolate. But really anything over 50% is considered good. And remember, earlier we said, the more cacao the less likely it is to contain milk or any other filler? So not only are you getting a higher quality type of dark chocolate, you are getting less chance of lackluster ingredients being slipped in. Sugar: Another Culprit Another thing to keep an eye out for is that since dark chocolate is inherently bitter, many companies will add sugar. But as dark chocolate can be expensive, to keep production costs low, some brands will use a cheap version of sugar, something that is called bone char, which is made from you guessed it, charred bone. So while it is not dairy it is definitely an animal product. The label should disclose if this product is being used. But thankfully, many companies do use sea salt or other healthier sugar substitutes to add flavor while keeping their chocolate vegan, if for no other reason than to preserve a high-quality label and taste. Try our recipe: vegan chocolate peanut butter breakfast bars Be Wary Of Palm Oil Another potential roadblock to your vegan chocolate dreams could also be palm oil. While it is technically vegan, in the sense that it does not contain animal by-products, its negative impact on the environment has caused it to be taken off many vegan lists. Its questionable growth practices can lead to animals losing their homes and natural environments and the harvesting practices often lead to the exploitation and mistreatment of the laborers who collect it. So depending on your definition of vegan, this might be another product you want to steer clear of as you do your label scan. Cocoa solids can be used as an excellent milk or milk fat substitute in chocolate and other recipes to replace questionable oil or high sugar content sweeteners. Double Check Label Another thing to keep an eye on is cross-contamination or other trace amounts of milk ingredients that might show up. A double-check of all the ingredients listed and any warnings on the label should ensure you are good to go. Because of allergies, companies are required to disclose if a portion of food might have come in contact with nuts, dairy products, etc. If there is anything that contains animal products or is not vegan friendly, the label should let you know. Most dark chocolate vegan products are proud of their clean branding and are happy to report if their dark chocolate bar is vegan and does not contain milk or any other non-vegan products. Vegan Chocolate Brands To Try Lots of vegans choose to keep some tried and true dairy-free brands on their main menu, so here are a few that are now catering to the evergrowing vegan fan base. Hershey’s Oat Classic Dark Hershey’s chocolate is not generally known for vegan ingredients, but some of their dark chocolates are now dairy-free! You read that correctly, Hersheys now makes vegan dark chocolate. Ok, so maybe they were aiming more for more health-conscious than vegan per se, but we will take what we can get. They now have a new line that uses oat milk instead of dairy. Whole Foods Organic Dark Chocolate Whole Foods has several organic dark chocolate options all vegan and all delicious. They have chocolate bars blended with cocoa powder, almonds, cranberries you name it! Yum. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it. Lindt Dark Chocolate Vegan The Lindt dark chocolate vegan collection is sure to tame any chocolate-loving sweet tooth. Lindt has a line that is free from dairy. Lindt dark chocolate vegan candies and bars are taking the market by storm as they are completely free of animal products and chock full of chocolatey goodness. Chocolate Inspirations’ Artisan Bar (In Raspberry) Excuse us and get out of our way! Did someone say dark chocolate and raspberry? It’s true, this yummy chocolate bar is totally vegan and totally delicious. But if for some reason raspberry just isn’t your thing, not to fear, they have many other fun-filled, additive-free, vegan chocolate options to choose from. No Whey Chocolate Bar- Semisweet Dark A delicious chocolate bar with absolutely none of the bad stuff? No whey! Yes, way! With No Whey brand’s dark chocolate bar there is no gluten, no eggs, no allergens, and not only are they vegan, but they are also kosher too! Wow. Sign us up. Not to mention their candy bars. Yum. Enjoy Life’s Dark Chocolate Bar Enjoy Life is making sure vegans get to do just that, enjoy life! By using rice milk as a dairy substitute Enjoy Life is making its chocolate options available to all. They are also gluten-free and free of the top 14 most common allergens. Talk about a win-win. So there you have it, the answers to all your vegan chocolate questions! A comprehensive list that lets you enjoy the sweeter things in life, without the bitter aftertaste non-vegan products tend to leave behind. 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This week, Jay Leno, 63, host of the “Tonight” show for the past 22 years, is ceding his comedic throne to 39-year-old Jimmy Fallon. Not willingly, as it happens. “It’s not my decision,” Leno said during a Jan. 26 interview with Steve Kroft of “60 Minutes.” Leno’s reluctance to leave — for the second time, no less — echoes the sentiments of many baby boomers, who were born between 1946 and 1964. Although the average age at which current US retirees say they stopped working is 61, up from 59 in 2003 and 57 in 1993, a January Gallup poll of 1,929 members of that generation found that 49 percent did not expect to retire until age 66 or older. Ten percent expected never to clock out for good — assuming they had a choice. Many don’t, of course. While the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 prohibits companies from discriminating against employees 40 or older because of their age (firefighters and police officers are not covered), in 2012 the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received 22,857 charges of age discrimination, up from 19,921 a decade earlier. “Companies are metric-centric,” said Roy L. Cohen, a career coach and author of the “Wall Street Professional’s Survival Guide.” “They base salary and bonus and even head-count decisions on how significant an employee’s contribution is to the bottom line. So if there is a reduction in force, and you are older and not a big producer, your neck is on the chopping block.” Those who do have the choice often have no idea what not working means. “Retire? I don’t know what that would look like,” said Marcia Cantarella, 67, a consultant in higher education in New York. “I don’t play golf.” Many boomers cite financial concerns as the main reason they aren’t quitting the rat race anytime soon. (Leno, who reportedly gets $15 million simply for stepping down before his contract expires, is clearly an exception.) According to the Gallup poll, those who say they have “enough money to do everything” that they want to do predict they’ll retire at 66. Those who do not have sufficient funds say 73 is a more realistic number. The findings are consistent with what financial experts have been warning: that baby boomers, who are often caring for ailing parents and supporting their fiscally challenged children, are in over their heads. Medical problems, mortgages, credit card debt, student loans, and the cost of living have taken their toll on many a wallet. The National Foundation for Credit Counseling says about 34 percent of the 2 million consumers who came to it for help in 2012 were 55 or older. Thirty percent of those who came in specifically for bankruptcy counseling were older than 55, said Gail Cunningham, a spokeswoman. With those kinds of obligations, voluntary retirement is out of the question for many. “I wouldn’t even think of it,” said Victor Owen Schwartz, 55, an importer and distributor of wine and spirits who lives in Manhattan. “My oldest daughter just started college. I’ve got 3½ years of that, plus grad school. My youngest daughter is starting college in two years. How can I retire? It’s definitely not in the picture.” An extended life span — 77 for men, on average, 82 for women, the World Health Organization says — also figures into the equation. Baby boomers “are starting to understand that they’re going to live a lot longer in retirement than they thought,” said Olivia S. Mitchell, director of the Pension Research Council at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. “Their kids might not be in a position to support them, and the traditional retirement sources of income, namely Social Security and pensions, are not looking very robust.” That’s putting it mildly: The average Social Security check for a retired worker is a paltry $1,293.83 a month. Even President Obama acknowledged in his State of the Union address that “a Social Security check often isn’t enough on its own” as he announced “starter” retirement accounts for lower-income workers. “Many people in my age group missed the boat, because it’s all about 401(k)s and the disappearance of pensions,” said George H. Schofield, a psychologist whose work focuses on life after 50 and who is a baby boomer. “People 10 years older than I am were able to take their pensions from long-term employment and retire in the classic way. My age group didn’t get that, and many of us didn’t save enough money on top of it.” Aside from money worries, there is a more basic reason many boomers continue working: because they want to, and, perhaps more important, because they can. In a quarterly report released in October, UBS Wealth Management Americas said most investors don’t feel “old” until they turn 80, up from 60 during their parents’ generation. Michael Casey, for example, who turns 61 in June, has been a hair colorist in Manhattan for 40 years and is so busy that he doesn’t take on new clients. “I have a very loyal clientele who’ve been using me for many years,” said Casey, who also works in theater and film and lectures on musical theater. “I enjoy it. I do it more selectively. So, you morph. You discover who you are.” Bart Potenza, 76, said he feels similarly. He and his wife, Joy Pierson, own three vegan restaurants in New York and manage about 160 employees. He says he can’t imagine giving it up. “I wake up full of pep most of the time,” said Potenza. “When you feel good you just want to do more. I read a lot. I’m very curious. I’m always open to the idea of new challenges and bringing my knowledge on board so others can learn from me. I’m very committed to what we do. That gets me going.” Being committed also gets Arline Tarte going. In 2000, after a long career at the helm of a commercial printing firm, Tarte, now 71, left the industry for good. For two years, she played bridge, went to the theater and ballet, and saw jazz concerts. But she said she found it uninspiring, at best. “I was used to doing all that and running a company that was very involved,” she said. “It was boring.” So she got her real estate license and became a broker. The way she sees it, her age is an asset. “With age, you gain experience and knowledge,” she said. “You only get old if you act old, and I think life is an attitude.” Mitchell, of the Wharton School, said she believes the country needs to “revisit some of those nudges toward early retirement,” such as being allowed to take out a portion of a 401(k) at 59½ with no penalty or receiving reduced Social Security benefits at 62. She suggests that people amass Social Security benefits for as long as possible and not retire. “If you delay Social Security benefits to age 70 instead of grabbing them at 62, your monthly benefit is 76 percent higher,” she said. “So, it can easily pay to keep working.” It also apparently keeps you young. Eugene Warren, the 90-year-old cofounder of Buchbinder & Warren, a real estate management company in New York, goes to his office every day around 10 a.m. — three days a week, he works out with a trainer first — and stays until 5. He is very much involved in day-to-day negotiations and sits in on every meeting. As for Leno, he told Kroft that he didn’t know what he would do after his farewell monologue. But if the past is any indication, he won’t be idle long: Last year, he performed more than 100 times on top of his television hosting responsibilities. His final “Tonight Show” airs Thursday. The next day, he has a gig in Florida.	<urn:uuid:43625c62-ee82-4e09-a2fa-ee13db3fcf7e>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2014/02/05/lack-cash-desire-work-delays-boomers-retirement/WgRedaTvE4KN0weJhaIntM/story.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281162.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00536-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.975405	1,823	1.75	2
Author: Jack Anderson Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing View: 994DOWNLOAD NOW The EU’s influence on sport has traditionally focused on the socio-economic and cultural impact. This Research Handbook on EU Sports Law explores the development of the 'European dimension' in sport, and the concomitant legal issues including, competition law, state aid and free movement of persons. The application of such areas of EU law to sport and the influence of EU law on key policy issues such as, doping, match-fixing and governance, are detailed in this comprehensive collection. The topical chapters by experts in their field, also touch upon the future evolution of EU sports law.	<urn:uuid:2c2e9a70-6fb4-420c-a92e-05742d6c1593>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://unfinishedii.com/ebook/research-handbook-on-eu-sports-law-and-policy/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00066.warc.gz	en	0.875328	156	1.851563	2
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11/21/2015 \| Share this article: View CommentsBy Carl S ~ Reincarnation is also known as "the transmigration of souls." It is an intransigent belief going back for millennia. As a creed of Hinduism and Buddhism, reincarnation is the belief that the soul of a human or animal can pass, after death, into that of another human or animal body. (This can be disturbing to those who really believe they might be reincarnated as slugs or cave ﬁsh if they have not behaved well in life.) If we are to take some claims seriously, this can take place while bodies are still alive. Thus we have tales of demonic possession, as in the movie, "The Exorcist," or the tale of demon spirits migrating into the bodies of swine. Fairy tales are another example. We know the story of the prince turned into a frog and being restored to being a prince again, by a kiss. (Little children have been known to accept this as true.) Transferring to Transylvania, we ﬁnd Dracula, who transmigrates from man to bat to vapor and back again. All vampires can do so, at will. The undead, like God and the gods, can do this. Belief in spirits roaming about, creating order and havoc, leads those willing to believe in them to accept such a thing as gods entering, without sperm, the wombs of women, thus incarnating themselves. Speaking of disembodied spirits, Christian theology speaks of a "Trinity." Since a "Holy Spirit" (the Harpo Marx of the three), indicates one without body, it would be better if we speak of a "Duality"+ Spirit. According to the O.T. and N.T., both Father and Son have bodies. The original meaning of "spirit" tells us something: it means "breath." When the breath left the body, it was noticed that the person was dead. Gods gave humans the "breath of life." The winds and hurricanes and tornados, are all "acts of God." Pentecost of Christianity uses the term "wind" to indicate the presence of a "Holy Spirit." It is not hard to see how a wind might be considered a blessed spirit to pagans in a desert. A newborn is slapped on the butt so that the spirit will enter it. So, if breath and spirit are one and the same, might we say then that two lovers kissing are exchanging part of their souls, and if they keep kissing, they'll become "soul mates?" Does mouth-to-mouth resuscitation "restoreth my soul?" Do you really want any part of another's soul‘? Will artiﬁcial resuscitation allow the soul of the machine to enter the body of the resuscitated? Without a belief in the transmigration of souls, there would be no religions, no reasons to believe in an after-death life in another form for the individual. There would be no spirits, let alone those to migrate. The very idea of such souls presupposes an existence outside of a body which merely happens to inhabit a body in a lifetime. (People still say, "Bless you" after you've sneezed. According to lore, you have sneezed the "devil" out.) The belief in an overtaking of one's own soul by eternal demons brings us to the opposite question: What about possession/incarnation/transmigration by "the Spirit of the Lord?" This is praised as unity with God. Traditional theology, scriptures, and the fundamentalism of three Abrahamic faiths hold this possession as the highest experience a human can have, above any pleasure known to humans. All of those who are and have ever been revered and obeyed as "holy" are so because they are believed to be the Chosen Ones, singularly possessed by God. The reincarnations of God are legion: Jesus, Mohammed, Joseph Smith, Jim Jones, Warren Jeffs, Father Divine, all the popes and every charismatic cult leader, priests, shamans, rabbis, imams, etc., etc., down through thousands of years - "possessed by the Spirit." And who is this God who possesses them? Isn't "he" the rigidly judgmental God who drowned mankind because it was "evil," the God who rained ﬁre and brimstone on cities, who commanded civilizations be slaughtered? Isn't he the one who will destroy everything we hold valuable as humans, in absolute catastrophic destruction? This is the God who will send millions to eternal torture if they do not obey and believe the words he speaks through those he possesses. Those possessed by this God are driven by his divine ﬁre-spirit. While totally possessing them, it is not only to work his "wonders” through them, but to control the minds and hearts of those who hear them. And while the belief in demonic possession puts believers on guard to see it where it does not exist, their minds are closed to see the evils wrought by the deistic possession they believe in. God speaks through many bodies. From what we have experienced, God chooses to transmigrate into many bodies, usually becoming platitude-spouting charismatic leaders. God transmigrates himself 24 hours a day on religious television channels’ "spiritual infomercials." Obviously, there, God manifests himself as jerks who are arrogant spirit-blow-hards. You'd think that after thousands of years he'd do better. But, maybe he's like the Hindus who have to keep re-incarnating until they get it right. If you pay attention, you'll notice that, unlike them, God's forever and ever not learning.	<urn:uuid:e02c0489-00fa-4e62-a371-c616196078ef>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://new.exchristian.net/2015/11/on-reincarnations-of-god.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	0.963796	1,184	2.25	2
LM113 DATASHEET PDF The LM LM are temperature compensated low volt- age reference diodes They feature extremely-tight regula- tion over a wide range of operating. The LM/LM are temperature compensated, semiconductor products and disclaimers thereto appears at the end of this data sheet. LMH-QMLV Texas Instruments Voltage References Reference Diode 2-TO to datasheet, inventory, & pricing. \|Published (Last):\|\|17 July 2016\| \|PDF File Size:\|\|5.13 Mb\| \|ePub File Size:\|\|3.5 Mb\| \|Price:\|\|Free* [*Free Regsitration Required]\| The characteristics of this reference recommend it for use in. TI’s terms “Lead-Free” or “Pb-Free” mean semiconductor products that are compatible with the current RoHS requirements for all 6 substances, including the requirement that lead not exceed 0. LM Datasheet(PDF) – National Semiconductor (TI) I mean they created, in many ways, this industry Recorded August 22, LMH – Texas Instruments. Recorded April 19, Sporck and Lamond turned National Semiconductor into a leading producer of electronic circuits, and Fairchild Semiconductor slipped into an datasneet decline. Note 1 F or operating at elevated temperatures the device must be derated based on a C maximum junction and a thermal resistance of 80 C W junction to. Kelvin contact sockets are also recommended. On February 27,Widlar died of a heart attack at the age of 53, in Puerto Vallarta. Device has been announced but is not in production. Widlar arrived at the interview intoxicated, and frankly told Ruegg what he thought about Fairchild’s analog circuits: Widlar catasheet Talbert realized that the founders of Fairchild did not intend to share their windfall profits with the designers. In November Widlar returned to National Semiconductor as a consultant. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates. In October Swanson fired Widlar after stealing his designs and invoked the mandatory share repurchase provision that was in Widlar’s contract. Larger values require proportional increase in relative resistor length; lower values require increase in resistor width. S olid tan T alum. It was created in silicon by Talbert and integrated in the LM precision operational amplifier, which was released in TI is not responsible or liable for such altered documentation. Testing and other quality control techniques are used to the extent TI deems necessary to support this warranty. See also Dataxheet, pp. History of the datazheetTraitorous eightand Fairchild Semiconductor. Fax 1 And I remember Sporck saying ‘ah you’re a young guy, you can do it. This component has a RoHS exemption for either 1 lead-based flip-chip solder bumps used between the die and package, or 2 lead-based die adhesive used between the die and leadframe. Life support devices or systems are devices or. Recorded September 19, Archived from the original on February 12, Some of Widlar’s designs like the LM12 power amplifier and the LM10 ultra-low-voltage amplifier introduced inremain in production in the 21st century. The diode should not be operated with shunt capacitances between pF and 0. In July Molectro filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and was bought out by National. No TI components are authorized for use in FDA Class III or similar life-critical medical equipment unless authorized officers of the parties have executed a special agreement specifically governing such use. TI is not responsible or liable for any such statements. For a few years, Fairchild was the leader in the field of linear ICs. LM113/LM313 Reference Diode (Rev. A) Buyers are responsible for their products and applications using TI components. Once the technology was in place, Widlar concentrated on voltage regulators and by the end of produced the industry’s first integrated linear regulator. And he was still secretive as hell”. Its low voltage, typically 1. Fax a 49 85 Resale of TI components or services with statements different from or beyond the parameters stated by TI for that component or ratasheet voids all express and any implied warranties for the associated TI component datasheer service and is an unfair and deceptive business practice. Views Read Edit View history. The resulting hybrid ICs performed poorly and were prohibitively expensive. Even drunk he could just wow these people.	<urn:uuid:6d95780b-d087-4c46-9471-47cf57655363>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://lfkportland.me/lm113-datasheet-47/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571234.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811042804-20220811072804-00067.warc.gz	en	0.917505	1,064	1.8125	2
Mayan Ruins Yamil Lu'um Videos: Mayan Ruins Yamil Lu'um Overview: Exploring the Yamil Lu’um Maya Ruins of Cancun The Yamil Lu’um Maya Ruins You may be surprised to find the Yamil Lu’um ruins nestled between two hotels (the Park Royal Cancun Resort and Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort). The ruins consist of two temples, Temple of the Scorpion and Temple of the Handprint, were built between 1200 and 1550 AD and served as lighthouse towers. The ruins are well-preserved for their age and central location in the Cancun Beach Hotel Zone. Getting to Yamil Lu’um Ruins The Yamil Lu’um Ruins are located in the Cancun Beach Hotel Zone, which is an excellent choice for quality hotels and tourist attractions. After all, how many places in the world include hotels, Mayan ruins, and a pristine beach within steps of each other? Since the archaeological site is located on hotel property, you will need to access the beach to observe the ruins from a distance. However, if you put on your best smile and ask the hotel staff for a quick close-up view, you may get access that only hotel guests receive. The ruins can be reached by taxi from Cancun International Airport; a 13-mile drive that will take you 20 minutes in usual traffic. If you are staying in the Cancun Beach Hotel Zone, consider asking your hotel concierge for shuttle service, or walk along Playa Marlin to take in the sight from the sand. Shopping near the Yamil Lu’um Ruins is easy with two nearby malls. Fashion harbor is an open-air mall with incredible restaurants and luxury brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Prada. Steps away is the Plaza La Isla Cancun Mall which is your one-stop shop for delicious sweets, ice cream, and of course, clothes shopping. You can swim with dolphins without traveling far from the Cancun Beach Hotel Zone. Interactive Aquarium Cancun provides you the opportunity to watch a dolphin show, swim with dolphins, and learn about the diverse marine life in Cancun and in the waters of the Yucatan Peninsula.	<urn:uuid:2a06764b-ed41-4347-85f7-6dcae8667133>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://iwanttotravelto.com/mayan-ruins-yamil-luum-city-of-cancun-mexico/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571745.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812170436-20220812200436-00468.warc.gz	en	0.941083	475	1.570313	2
An analysis of how a healthy outlook reflected on people's lifestyle through a data on their diet, exercise and personality type was made by a team of researchers. The study by Australian researchers found that those who believe their life can be changed by their own actions ate healthier food, exercised more, smoked less and avoided binge drinking. Professor Deborah Cobb-Clark, Director of the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, said that those who have a greater faith in "luck" or "fate" are more likely to live an unhealthy life. Professor Cobb-Clark hoped that the study would help inform public health policies on conditions such as obesity. "The main policy response to the obesity epidemic has been the provision of better information, but information alone is insufficient to change people's eating habits," she said. "Understanding the psychological underpinning of a person's eating patterns and exercise habits is central to understanding obesity," she added. The study also found men and women hold different views on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Men wanted physical results from their healthy choices, while women were more receptive to the everyday enjoyment of leading a healthy lifestyle. Professor Cobb-Clarke said that the research demonstrated the need for more targeted policy responses. "What works well for women may not work well for men. "Gender specific policy initiatives which respond to these objectives may be particularly helpful in promoting healthy lifestyles," she said. The study used data from the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey.	<urn:uuid:2d6bb907-cd59-46b2-8a09-5517e077d09f>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.medindia.net/news/researchers-use-economics-to-show-how-positive-outlook-leads-to-healthy-lifestyle-107144-1.htm	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572408.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816151008-20220816181008-00672.warc.gz	en	0.968136	316	2.9375	3
Dispense with communications network 'miracles' - Posted on February 20, 2012 - 7 views There's a cartoon by Sidney Harris you may have seen. Two endpoints of elaborate equations are connected in the middle by the statement "Then a miracle occurs ..." A series of recent smart grid workshops sponsored by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) brings this image to mind. At the CPUC, knowledgeable utility and vendor representatives discussed the state's three investor-owned utilities (IOU) Smart Grid Deployment Plans that must be approved by the commission. All three utilities stressed the importance of data to the success of their objectives; data to help consumers optimize their use of electricity; data to help develop markets for widespread adoption of distributed solar assets; real-time data to help balance grid loads through demand response programs; and real-time data to help utilities maintain grid reliability. Though some communications hardware, software and service vendors participated in the discussion, the communications networks perspectives were under-represented in comparison to power grid perspectives. Likewise, most industry discussion has focused on the technology, market and policy disruptions impacting the power grid. Attention to the new data communications demands that utilities will place on public and private networks and the ramifications to the networks themselves has been lacking. We need to ensure that we don't rely on "miracles," and that the networks and critical management tools will be there to support grid modernization and deliver the full benefits of the smart grid. Already there's growing awareness that some advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) network deployments are unable to deliver real-time information to utility operations systems and mobile workforces with the necessary granularity. Given this knowledge, can we really be sure that future residential demand response (DR) programs will be able to effectively signal all registered devices for load reduction or load balancing? Can we be sure that the mission-critical data signals validating the load reductions or increments are received in a timely fashion to avoid the unwelcome consequences of mismatches? Utility resources responsible for communication networks face multiple challenges that include tracking data speeds and feeds from multiple vendors of new and legacy network equipment, coupled with multiple modes of wired and wireless transport. Some of these networks are custom-built and are outliers in terms of typical performance expectations. Communication network management involves an element of grabbing a tiger by its tail as we expect to see explosive data growth due to the proliferation of machine to machine (M2M), vehicle to grid (V2G) and grid to vehicle (G2V) traffic, as well as load balancing (DR signals to devices) applications. The smart grid needs reliable, timely and cost-effective data flows to support reliable, safe and cost-effective electron flows. The data only flows if the communication networks that overlay the transmission and distribution power grids have the appropriate capacities, the relevant business rules to define quality of service (QoS) and event-variable prioritization of data transmission, and sophisticated network management systems and analytics solutions to maintain optimal network health. These are not intractable problems. Traditional communications service providers—i.e., the public networks—have been operating networks under these challenging and dynamically changing conditions for two decades. They use network management systems (NMS) and analytics solutions with the flexibility and scalability to accommodate new and legacy utility networks. These solutions can deliver situational awareness that spans both communications networks and power grids and correlates data from these two different systems to give a true "network of networks" perspective that is needed for smart grid operations. (Full disclosure: I have a telecom background, thus my expertise in this area, and I have clients who are vendors in this space. I believe it's important to leverage their experience to raise this issue.) For example, communications service providers use advanced analytics to prioritize critically important data and optimize routes for delivery of that data. Advanced analytics solutions also examine bit error rates and response times for devices across networks to gauge data reliability and network performance. Today, NMS solutions in place in public networks distribute intelligence across those networks to manage complex event processing as close to the source as possible and minimize monitor and control traffic. These combined solutions reduce costs, improve the reliability and quality of service (QoS) delivery and provide network situational awareness. Flexible, adaptable and carrier-class NMS and advanced analytics solutions can do the same for utility network operations. Utilities should leverage the expertise and experience of carrier-class NMS and analytics solution providers to minimize the learning curves and avoid costly network operations mistakes that hurt ratepayers, bottom lines and smart grid objectives. Christine Hertzog is managing director of the Smart Grid Library and author of the Smart Grid Dictionary and The Smart Grid Consumer Focus Strategy. She consults for smart grid startups and established vendors, investor groups and utilities. No discussions yet. Start a discussion below.	<urn:uuid:8c3e144f-64d1-44c9-bbcf-7d6e2d3c8752>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://www.energycentral.com/c/iu/dispense-communications-network-miracles	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988720972.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183840-00252-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.929025	981	1.71875	2
The client needs data from thousands of equipment of National Instruments corporation type from testmart.com to perform data analysis. Create an automated and fast solution to navigate the website, extract all the data of the National Instruments corporation type, and save it in a user-friendly format (CSV, JSON, and XML). I've used the Scrapy Web Crawling Framework to build a bot to scrape (extract) the data of all equipment found in the National Instruments corporation type. The client was able to quickly download the data of almost 50,000 different types of equipment from testmart.com. The data was used for data analysis and add great value to the client business. The solution is available at Github. How to use You will need Python 3.5+ to run the scripts. Python can be downloaded here. You have to install the Scrapy framework and other required packages: In command prompt/Terminal: pip install -r requirements.txt Once you have installed the Scrapy framework, just clone/download this project: git clone https://github.com/cpatrickalves/scraping-gsamart.git Access the folder in command prompt/Terminal and run the following command: scrapy crawl gsamart_nic -o equipaments.csv You can change the output format to JSON or XML by change the output file extension (ex: equipaments.json).	<urn:uuid:fa96b751-eafc-45a9-a0ed-77736cac9eaa>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://cpatrickalves.com/scraping-products-from-testmartcom	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570767.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808061828-20220808091828-00469.warc.gz	en	0.835348	315	1.960938	2
Do you have a pressing need to know about technical writing but don't know whom to ask or where to look? The Technical Writer's and Editor's Handbook provides a quick and easy way to answer your questions. Author Tom Wetzel draws from actual experiences of a successful technical writing career to explain the differences in various technical writing professions and the practical tools of the working technical writer's trade and their applications. Short, quickly digestible, and illustrated chapters support the development of technical proposals, training literature, magazine articles, technical advertisements, and press releases, as well as technical manuals and users' guides among other technical documentation. A practical day-to-day working tool, this guide and reference is an essential for the personal library of all practicing technical writers and other technical professionals including: a centsLogisticians a centsTechnicians a centsEngineers a centsManagers a centsStudentsqFor example, in the first entry, the listing labels the system as the first level of theory followed by a brief explanation of how many devices and what type of devices this listing pertains to. Next to each listing is a pictorial diagram illustrating theanbsp;... \|Title\|\|:\|\|The Technical Writer's and Editor's Handbook\| \|Author\|\|:\|\|Thomas D. Wetzel\| \|Publisher\|\|:\|\|Tate Publishing - 2010\|	<urn:uuid:5bb3d2eb-84d3-4460-b5e9-74c1c5e9f5ee>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://www.informatyczna-pomoc.eu/download-pdf-the-technical-writers-and-editors-handbook-book-by-tate-publishing.pdf	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988719646.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183839-00126-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.904197	268	1.875	2
This is the third in a series of essays based on a writing prompt. 3. The Vessel: Write about a ship or other vehicle that can take you somewhere different from where you are now.https://thinkwritten.com/365-creative-writing-prompts/ It wasn’t officially christened Bompa’s Boat until after he died. But it didn’t matter—we all knew whose boat it was. Even when he retired as captain, it was still his. It wasn’t—still isn’t—a fancy boat. I couldn’t tell you the model or what kind of motor it had. It was about 4 meters long and had a raised space in the bow. Underneath he stored the anchors and life vests. Against harbor master’s rules, his grandkids used to sit at the bow with our legs dangling through the railings, over the edge. Blinding sun, bright blue sky. The heat of summer stinging my skin. The smell of salt and sunscreen. My mother looked the picture of elegance, sitting with one of her long legs crossed over the other on the little seat right in front of the steering wheel. Behind her, shielded by the windscreen, stood my grandfather at the wheel with my dad by his side. The captain and his first mate smiled behind tinted glasses. My brothers and I vied for prime seats at the bow. Once through the harbor Bompa would open up the throttle. Then all you could hear was the roar of the motor and the whipping of wind in your ears. Impossible to speak in anything less than a shout, so we didn’t bother. Each of us would silently take in what we enjoyed most about Bompa’s Boat. The speed, the feeling of floating, the salt spray. Shrieks of laughter as a larger boat’s wake splashed us. Each generation of our family has been transported to a happy place on Bompa’s Boat. Everyone had their favorite destination. Some liked Ship Rock. Others preferred the sand bar that surfaced at low tide. Though it was a long trip—all the way around Gooseberry Island—my favorite spot was Barney’s Joy. As the tide ebbed, the current from one of the inland ponds flowed out between the dunes, through a narrow throat and into the bay. That throat was Barney’s Joy. We’d anchor offshore, dive in and swim with our life vests or innertubes to land. Then we’d trudge up the stream a ways, jump in and be whisked out to sea. It was heavenly to float on that current, surrendering myself to the tide. Better than any water park lazy river. Now my dad captains Bompa’s Boat as my husband stands by as first mate. I cross my legs on the seat in front of the steering wheel. Our boys and their cousins shriek, stumble and laugh in the bow. Sometimes I feel my grandfather is there, too. Smiling his quiet smile, basking in the joy his family still gets from Bompa’s Boat.	<urn:uuid:4207f47b-d44a-4f85-b408-229967bc445e>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.thebraininjane.com/bompas-boat/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571056.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809155137-20220809185137-00673.warc.gz	en	0.970641	663	2.03125	2
History Curriculum Progression Please look at our Curriculum Progression documents for History: Chronology from EYFS to UKS2 - Curriculum Progression To embed and reinforce the children's understanding of chronology, we have a school timeline in our corridor. This allows the children to reflect upon on what they have learnt in class and deepen their understanding of the topics they are currently learning about. It also supports children's understanding of when events happened and how those fit with what they have already learnt and will learn about in the future. We also have a 'History at Randlay' display which focuses on the topics covered in school and also focuses on the key vocabulary the children will need across all Key Stages. I know about the past and present in my life and my family's lives. I can identify key events from my own life. I know the difference between past and present. I know where people and events fit within a simple chronological framework. I know a range of terms related to the passing of time. I can sequence events or objects in chronological order, including using a simple timeline. I know about events from the time period studied and how they would be represented on a timeline. I know the terms BC and AD and the dates they refer to. I can sequence a number of the most significant events from the time period studied using some dates and period labels on a provided scale. I can use correct chronological vocabulary, including BC and AD. I know the sequence of key events of the time period studied using precise dates. I know how the current time period studied relates to other time periods studied. I can sequence with independence the most significant events using precise dates and period labels, building towards developing my own time scale. I can use correct chronological vocabulary, including BC and AD dates, with confidence.	<urn:uuid:3947bbd3-6963-4620-baa9-6d1297075092>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.randlayprimaryschool.co.uk/knowledge-and-skills-progression-12/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573540.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20220819005802-20220819035802-00477.warc.gz	en	0.952514	443	4	4
Updated: May 1 This illustrative Irish banknote represents the 1st denomination of Irish Pound (Series B/1976). Which was the first complete Irish banknote series, since the Pound was decimalized in 1971. The series' theme focuses on the cultural heroes and heroine of Ireland. Often blending elements of Ireland's Celtic paganism and Catholic traditions. All notes of the series notes are bilingual, printed in English and Irish Gaeilge. With the exception of 1 Pound note (ceased print in 1989), all notes of the Series B. Were reprinted during their circulation, which ended with the introduction of the Series C, in 1992. Banknotes of Series C remained the de-facto Irish currency, until the adoption of the Euro (1 January 1999). Despite this official date, the Irish government only began withdrawing the Pound, on 1 January 2002. Currently (2021) all Irish Pound (pre/post-decimalized) notes and coins are intended to be exchangeable for Euros indefinitely. Making the purchase of Irish Pound notes somewhat pricey, relative to other pre-Euro currencies. The lower right of the observe features an illustration of the mythical warrior-queen Medb (Maeve) of Connacht. Who serves as an antagonist, against the hero Cú Chulainn in the ancient Ulster Cycle (an Rúraíocht). Notably it was said any man who laid sight on her, was robbed of 2/3rd their valor. Similar to Queen Medb reputed power to "intoxicated" and distract. The illustration robe is a rudimentary anti-counterfeit measure. Featuring many small and difficult to replicate details. If one looks closely along the edges of the illustration. It's quite noticeable the underprint overlaps the illustration, therefore pointing to the implementation of layered printing. The beforementioned underprint are excepts from the epic Táin Bó Cúailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley), often referred to as the "Irish Iliad". To the upper-right is a vertical serial number (LAK 521495), with anti-counterfeit dazzler bars nearby. The note's header reads "Banc Ceannais na hÉireann" or Central Bank of Ireland. The header overlaps 2 excepts and an intricate piece ancient Celtic artwork. This design is based on ancient carved bone slips, recovered from archeological digs in Meath County. At the bottom of the design the name "Medb", appears to be misspelled as "Meob". Although this misconception is due to the use of stylized letters. Which are meant to mimic those used by early monastic scribes. Who recorded much of Ireland's folklore and epics. (Notably the upper portion of the letter "d", can be faintly seen in an angle) Moving toward the left, the observe features a section without underprint. The upper portion serves as the observe's watermark area. The watermark depicts "Lady Lavery", who appeared on most Irish banknotes, throughout the 20th century. Directly below the watermark are a pair of signatures, from the Central Bank of Ireland. The first signatures is that of "an gobharnóir" (Governor), Maurice Doyle. While the second belongs to "Runai na Roinne Airgeavis" (Secretary of Treasury), S. P. Cromien. This is followed by a stylized "£1", representing the note's one Pound value. Below is a 2nd serial number (LAK 521495) in red ink. Unlike the beforementioned vertical serial number. The note's issue date is included nearby, "17.07.89" or 17 July 1989. The final text is seen to the far left, it reads "Nótaí dlíthairgthe punt" (Legal tender note Pound) The majority of the reverse is covered by an except from the Lebor na hUidre, the Book of the Dun Cow. Representing the oldest manuscript written in Irish Gaeilge. The remaining text is printed in English and mirrors the observe to an extent. Just as the observe the an unprinted watermark area is featured. Below is the the text "Central Bank of Ireland". Followed by "£1", representing the note's one Pound value. And the text "Legal Tender", all text is stylized to emulate monastic script. The Warrior Queen of Connacht In Celtic mythology Queen Medb (angelized as Maeve) is described as a fair haired woman. Beauty was said to rob men of 2/3rd their valor. It was said that no king could reign in Connacht, unless married to Medb. It was also said the she "never was without one man in the shadow of another". Medb rise to power is described in the tale Cath Bóinde (The Battle of the Boyne). Medb was forced by her father Eochaid Feidlech High King of Ireland to marry Conchobar mac Nessa, King of Ulster. As amends for killing his father, the previous High King Fachtna Fáthach. Medb bore Conchobar a son (Amalgad), but left him after a bad marriage. Leading to Eochaid offering another of his daughters, (Eithne or Clothru). Medb murdered her sister, while pregnant with Conchobar son Furbaide. Who was delivered by Medb after a posthumous caesarean birth. Thus sealing her fate in the larger Ulster Saga arc. Medb gained control of Connacht after Eochaid deposed the then-king of Connacht, Tinni mac Conri. Who later became Medb's lover, thus allowing him regain some power. Medb was raped by Conchobar after an assembly at the Hill of Tara. Leading to a war between the High King and Ulster. Tinni mac Conri was slayed in single combat by Conchobar. Eochaid Dála of the Fir Domnann then became Medb's husband and King of Connacht. Medb hence demanded three qualities of her lovers, that "he be without fear, meanness, or jealousy". Medb became lovers with her final and most important lover, Ailill mac Máta. The chief bodyguard of Connacht, who was challenged by Eochaid, after finding out of the affair. Eochaid is defeated by Ailill mac Máta in single combat. Thus becoming King of Connacht, Medb bore him 7 sons, all named "Maine". Medb's motives are later reveled, she plans to fulfill a prophecy. In which she bores a son named "Maine", to slay Conchobar in battle. Originally all her sons had different names, although after asking a druid which of sons would slay Conchobar. The druid said "Maine", so they were renamed. Although in an strange twist Medb misunderstood the druid's prophecy. Which was fulfilled when her son Maine Andoe slayed Conchobar, son of Arthur. Not Conchobar, son of Fachtna Fathach as she intended. Thus making much of her actions to find a powerful suitor to bore her a son. For vengeance against Conchobar, pointless and instrumental in causing unnecessary chaos in Ireland. Medb most famous action was the invasion of Ulster, to capture the great bull Donn Cúailnge. Thus beginning the ancient epic Táin Bó Cúailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley). Leading to the death of the Ulster hero Cú Chulainn (Culann's Hound) by Lugaid mac Con Roí's spear. Lugaid slayed Cú Chulainn in vengeance for the death of his father Cú Roí. Queen Medb played a central role in the conspiracy that led to Lugaid's vengeance. Thus leading to her eventual assassination by Furbaide Ferbend. Son of her previous husband Conchobar mac Nessa. Furbaide took note of Medb's regular bathing in a Galway pool, on the Inchcleraun coast. Furbaide devise a plan, where he carefully measured the distance from the shore and the pool. Practicing with his sling, Furbaide trained until he could perfectly strike an apple off a pole. Which was measured to be the exact height of Medb. When opportunity finally arose, Furbaide stealthily made his way to his hiding place. Striking Medb in the forehead, thus ending the feud and avenging Ulster. According to legend, Queen Medb was buried in a tomb, on the summit of Knocknarea. This note's dimensions are 148 x 78 mm or 5.83 x 3.07 in, larger than a standard US dollar. It's advisable to use large note sleeves when preserving this banknote. The Irish 1 Pound note is shorter with a higher profile, than the US Dollar. This article's Irish 1 Pound note has been digitally modified, for reference purposes. Hazel Lavery likeness appears as a watermark on all Series B and C banknotes. Hazel Lavery (1880–1935) was the second wife of painter Sir John Lavery 1856-1941). After creation of the Irish Free State, Hazel Lavery was chosen to personify the Irish nation. Support the free exchange of photos and other digital intellectual media. This article's Queen Maeve photo is a public domain image, by illustrator J. C. Leyendecker. Leyendecker's art was featured in T. W. Rolleston's "Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race". This article's Maeve and druid photo is a public domain image, by illustrator Stephen Reid. 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Shoulder Pain Pain when taking reaching for the Wallet What Sport? Shoulder Pain – What is it? Infraspinatus Syndrome Infraspinatus • The muscle covers the lower portion of the scapula beneath the spine of the scapula, and its tendon attaches to the back of the greater tubercle of the humerus at the posterior upper arm. Infraspinatus • The muscle covers the lower portion of the scapula beneath the spine of the scapula, and its tendon attaches to the back of the greater tubercle of the humerus at the posterior upper arm. Infraspinatus • The infraspinatus muscle-tendon unit is responsible for lateral rotation of the shoulder Infraspinatus • The infraspinatus tendon has a very large and broad tendon attachment, about a halfinch wide or more depending upon the size of the person. • The body of the tendon is 1 to 2 inches long as well. Poor mechanical advantage, the infraspinatus is a relatively weak muscle Major Muscle of Scapula • Infraspinatus is the major muscle of (and "below the spine of") the scapula. Infraspinatus • If it is called upon to suddenly perform heavy exertion, it can easily strain or tear. • These lesions, or tissue damage, may be mild, moderate, or severe. Injury • Commonly injured in sudden abrupt arm movements such as catching oneself when falling backwards or excessive poling while skiing. Injury • Problems reaching your hip pocket? • Chances are that the problem is infraspinatus, possibly with a tight anterior deltoid. Quiet Presentation • Some people have a minor strain of the infraspinatus tendon that continues almost unnoticed for years. • They may experience slight discomfort when reaching for something on a high shelf or into the back seat of the car. • However, when this minor lesion does not heal properly, it can set the stage for a more severe injury later. Slow Progression • This tendon strain often occurs in people who play racquet sports and typically comes on slowly Odd Movements • This injury can occur when you hit a baseball, throw something into the back of your car, or pull off your shirt in an awkward manner. Infraspinatus Tendinitis • Often persists for years, defying all attempts at diagnosis and treatment. • The injury interferes with sleep, sports, and even everyday movements Symptoms • Infraspinatus tendinitis rarely causes pain in the infraspinatus muscle itself. • When a strain of the infraspinatus tendon occurs, the person frequently feels nothing at the moment because the tendon is warmed-up or because the person is focused in the heat of the moment during an athletic activity. • Later that day or the next morning, he may have difficulty putting on a shirt or coat, as the arm is lifted up and out to the side. Concept of Referred Pain • Perceives pain in a part of the body at some distance from the injured tissues. • One of the principles of referred pain is that the pain is felt distally, referred toward the periphery of the body from the true site of injury. Concept of Referred Pain • Very real to the patient • When testing for infraspinatus tendinitis, don't pay too much attention to exactly where the client feels pain as long as it is felt in the arm or deltoid area. Infraspinatus Trigger Points • Are commonly overlooked, due to the unique referral pattern. • Although this muscle is located on the back, the primary referral pain is to the front of the shoulder. • Pain can also be found along the outer portion of the shoulder, extending into the upper arm as well. • A common condition known as “Frozen Shoulder” causes weakness and stiffness in the shoulder. This true condition is caused by adhesions and scar tissue in the joint. • Trigger Points in the Infraspinatus muscle can mimic the symptoms of “Frozen Shoulder.” Trigger Point treatment with the Pressure Pointer can help to alleviate many of these symptoms. Referred Pain • Pain on the lateral and front side of the shoulder. • Pain is felt deep in the shoulder joint, primarily at the front of the shoulder. Pain • Pain may extend down lateral (thumb side) and anterior ("fishbelly") side of the arm as far as the front and back of the hand. Referred Pain Pattern Infraspinatus Injury • The infraspinatus tendon is generally injured at one of two sites at the tenoperiostial junction (where the tendon attaches to the bone): • at the superficial distal end (the part of the tendon near the skin surface) • at the deep distal end of the tendon (the part • of the attachment deep near the bone) • . Positive Test • The most important positive test for this injury is pain felt on resisted lateral rotation. • minor injuries at these sites may go almost unnoticed by the person until the buildup of adhesive scar tissue leads to chronic pain. Test 1 -- Resisted Lateral Rotation • Place one hand on her upper arm just above the elbow and press the upper arm into the body for stability. • With the person's arm bent in front at a right angle, place your other hand on the outside of her lower arm just above the wrist. • Now ask the client to push laterally or outward toward you while you resist the push with equal force. • This test is done at 90 degrees to the body, first, but also may need to be done at 30 degrees (photo above) and at 135 degrees (photo below) for more precise testing. • The different angles put stress on different parts of the tendon. A positive test, when pain is felt, indicates that the infraspinatus is injured. Injury Body of Tendon • If resisted lateral rotation is the only test that causes pain, then infraspinatus tendinitis is present in the body of the tendon. • The latter is fairly uncommon. Deep tendon Injury • If the tendon is injured at the deep distal end of the tendon, then there will also be pain during another test -- passive elevation of the arm • This test compresses the deep fibers of the tendon between the head of the humerus and the acromion. Test 2 -- Passive Elevation • Then place one hand on the elbow and your other hand at the back of the same shoulder to stabilize the joint. • Now push the arm back behind the client's head diagonally until you come to the very end of the range of movement. • If there is still no pain, give the arm a slight jerk in the same direction. • Pain on this test indicates that the deep distal end is injured. Superficial Tendon Injury • If the tendon is injured at the superficial distal end, then there is a so-called painful arc • This test compresses superficial fibers of the tendon between the head of the humerus and the acromion when the arm is approximately 70 degrees to 110 degrees from the body. Test 3 -- The Painful Arc Test • Ask the client to lift the arm slowly out to the side until the arm is raised above the head. • Instruct the client to stop if there is any pain and then to continue the motion to see if the pain ceases. • Pain on this test between 70 degrees and 110 degrees indicates that the superficial distal end of the infraspinatus tendon is injured. • If both of these auxiliary tests cause pain, then both the deep and superficial parts of the tendon are injured. Rupture of Infraspinatus • When a muscle is suddenly subjected to a load in excess of the strength of the muscle, a rupture will occur in the muscle. • Rupture of the infraspinatus (the lower shoulder blade muscle) is a common throwing injury (handball). • Inflammation of the tendon (tendinitis) often precede larger ruptures and tendinitis is not rare combined with inflammation of the bursa (bursitis subacromialis). Rehabilitation • Two to three months of rest will sometimes allow infraspinatus tendinitis to heal, but more often it will remain for years, especially in an active person. • The tendon injury exercise program, along with rest, may improve the condition. Stretching • Stretch the tendon five times for 30 seconds each time. • This stretch mimics passive adduction. • The person crosses the arm in front of the body, bringing the elbow of the affected arm toward the opposite shoulder. • Have her place the other hand on the elbow, then pull in toward the opposite shoulder. Stretching • Make sure the elbow is on the same or a slightly higher level with the shoulder, not below it. • • Only a slight pull, not pain, should be felt in the shoulder. • Rest a moment between stretches, and be sure to hold each stretch for the full 30 seconds. • Repeat five times. Infraspinatus Stretch • Place both hands on the back at waist level with palms facing forward. • Lean over and allow elbows to drop toward floor, until stretch is felt. • Hold for 10-15 seconds. • Repeat three times, at least three times daily. Resisted Lateral Rotation. • Do three sets of 10, feeling stress in the last 10 only. • For this exercise program to be effective, only the third set of 10 should cause some tiredness or distress. Resisted Lateral Rotation. • Have the client lie on a bed on her side with the injured side up. • Allow the hand of the injured arm to hang down, keeping the elbow and upper arm against the body. • Hold a 1- to 5-pound weight and lift the hand, rotating toward the ceiling until the arm is at a 180 degree angle to the body. Ice/Heat/Massage • Apply ice or heat to the affected area for five to 10 minutes. Injections • One or two corticosteroid injections • This injection should be followed by several days of rest and six weeks of rehabilitation.	<urn:uuid:4aa4448d-9627-424b-9044-c073c0d74dd0>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	http://slidegur.com/doc/125501/document	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988719041.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183839-00167-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.924028	2,098	2.578125	3
- Kwashiorkor is a life-threatening and debilitating form of malnutrition. It’s caused by a lack of protein in the diet. - Kwashiorkor is commonly seen in low- and lower-middle-income regions facing famine. - Kwashiorkor is easily treated with a change in diet and those who are treated early usually have a full recovery. You can prevent kwashiorkor by eating a balanced diet with enough carbohydrates, fat, and protein. Kwashiorkor, also known as “edematous malnutrition” because of its association with edema (fluid retention), is a nutritional disorder most often seen in regions experiencing famine. It is a form of malnutrition caused by a lack of protein in the diet. People suffering from kwashiorkor typically have an extremely emaciated appearance in all body parts except their ankles, feet, and belly, which swell with fluid. Kwashiorkor is rarely found in the United States and other countries with a generally steady food supply. It’s most common in sub-Saharan Africa and other countries where people routinely have a limited supply of food. Most people who are affected by kwashiorkor recover fully if they are treated early. Treatment involves introducing extra calories and protein into the diet. Children who develop kwashiorkor may not grow or develop properly and may remain stunted for the rest of their lives. There can be serious complications when treatment is delayed, including coma, shock, and permanent mental and physical disabilities. Kwashiorkor can be life-threatening if it’s left untreated. It can cause major organ failure and eventually death. Kwashiorkor is caused by a lack of protein in the diet. Every cell in your body contains protein. You need protein in your diet for your body to repair cells and make new cells. A healthy human body regenerates cells in this way constantly. Protein is also especially important for growth during childhood and pregnancy. If the body lacks protein, growth and normal body functions will begin to shut down, and kwashiorkor may develop. Kwashiorkor is most common in countries where there is a limited supply or lack of food. It is mostly found in children and infants in sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and Central America. A limited supply or lack of food is common in these countries during times of famine caused by natural disasters — such as droughts or floods — or political unrest. A lack of nutritional knowledge and regional dependence on low-protein diets, such the maize-based diets of many South American countries, can also cause people to develop this condition. This condition is rare in countries where most people have access to enough food and are able to eat adequate amounts of protein. If kwashiorkor does occur in the United States, it can be a sign of abuse, neglect, fad diets, or a perceived milk allergy, found mostly in children or older adults. It can also be a sign of an underlying condition, such as HIV. The symptoms of kwashiorkor include: - change in skin and hair color (to a rust color) and texture - loss of muscle mass - failure to grow or gain weight - edema (swelling) of ankles, feet, and belly - damaged immune system, which can lead to more frequent and severe infections - flaky rash If kwashiorkor is suspected, your doctor will first examine you to check for an enlarged liver (hepatomegaly) and swelling. Next, blood and urine tests may be ordered to measure the level of protein and sugar in your blood. Other tests may be performed on your blood and urine to measure signs of malnutrition and lack of protein. These tests may look for muscle breakdown and assess kidney function, overall health, and growth. These tests include: - arterial blood gas - blood urea nitrogen (BUN) - blood levels of creatinine - blood levels of potassium - complete blood count (CBC) Kwashiorkor can be corrected by eating more protein and more calories overall, especially if treatment is started early. You may first be given more calories in the form of carbohydrates, sugars, and fats. Once these calories provide energy, you will be given foods with proteins. Foods must be introduced and calories should be increased slowly because you have been without proper nutrition for a long period. Your body may need to adjust to the increased intake. Your doctor will also recommend long-term vitamin and mineral supplementation to your diet. Even with treatment, children who have had kwashiorkor may never reach their full growth and height potential. If treatment comes too late, a child may have permanent physical and mental disabilities. If left untreated, the condition can lead to coma, shock, or death. The condition can be prevented by making sure you eat enough calories and protein-rich foods. Dietary guidelines from the Institute of Medicine recommend that 10 to 35 percent of adults’ daily calories come from protein. Five to 20 percent of young children’s and 10 to 30 percent of older children and teenagers’ daily calories should come from protein. Protein can be found in foods like: - lean meat Children and older adults, the two groups who most commonly suffer from kwashiorkor as a result of abuse or neglect, will display typical symptoms of the condition. The most visible symptoms are swelling of the ankles, feet, and belly. In some cases of abuse or neglect, these symptoms may also accompany other signs of mistreatment, such as bruising and broken bones. If you suspect a person is in immediate danger because of abuse or neglect, call 911 right away. Cases of abuse and neglect that don’t appear immediately life-threatening should be reported to your state’s abuse hotline. Child abuse cases may also be reported to the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-CHILD.	<urn:uuid:7a49eac8-3371-4d01-91f4-32d76bb5e313>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.healthline.com/health/kwashiorkor	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280364.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00029-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.944421	1,242	3.78125	4
Let loose in the garden, armed only with a few simple garden tools, some seedlings and their vibrant and eager imaginations, the humble back garden can really kick-start a love of gardening. Even if you have no garden or very little space, there are activities that you can undertake that are fun, cheap and thrill kids. Simple veggie gardens, gardening clubs, visiting nurseries, botanic gardens, parks and forests and watching garden renovation shows or nature programmes during indoor time can all build gardening passions! And by helping children mix the practical with the magical, the humble back garden becomes a place of deep magic, adventure, fun and discovery. There are dragons, fairies and trolls everywhere – you just need to know where to look…	<urn:uuid:695a19b5-a40f-4b5c-9458-d71e694db49f>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://caroandco.com.au/category/garden/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571056.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809155137-20220809185137-00673.warc.gz	en	0.929883	157	1.78125	2
By the autumn of 1918 Germany was on the verge of starvation-the result of four years of war and blockade. Sailors led a revolt in Wilhelmshaven on 29 October 1918, followed by the Kiel mutiny in the first days of November cascading eventually to Germany's capitulation and the Kaiser's abdication. The Hohelzollern family's rule had come to an end. Royalty historian John Van der Kiste, the author of the recent best-selling `Prussian Princesses' here provides a full analysis of the Kaiser's family heritage, his leading part in the Prussian militarism which in recently unified German led to a full national martial tradition simply bursting for a fight. The book also tells of the vital events in later 1918 which led to the partial and then full abdication, and the Kaiser's pitiful escape to the neutral Netherlands, unwilling hosts for a somewhat unwelcome visitor. The Third Reich also comes into play with Hitler's initial ambivalent attitude, and then the full floral tribute after the Kaiser's death. It also covers the anti-Hitler plotters who intended to use a Hohenzollern Prince as a figurehead to provide legitimacy to a post-Hitler Germany.	<urn:uuid:9add8233-f1d7-4853-b67e-c8c765628b5f>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-end-of-the-german-monarchy/id1308033865	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573699.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220819131019-20220819161019-00278.warc.gz	en	0.946586	261	3.21875	3
I get a lot of questions from parents asking if their kids are "old enough" for email. See the WBTV video with Kim to see how she handled this situation with her daughters: WBTV Video on Email & Kids Eight hours a day! And we’re not talking about your work day. We’re talking about the time your kids spend surfing the net, on a smartphone, TV or electronic devices. Your kid also wants their own email account but is this smart or even safe? According to the recent Kaiser Family Foundation study, kids 8 to 18 spend almost 8 hours a day connected to devices. That’s a lot of connectivity. Then your kid asks you for their own email account, is this safe & should you let them have one? It’s become a rite of passage for your kids. Changing their fashion or hairstyles, listening to new music, and getting their drivers’ license. All things you went through as a kid but there’s a new twist to growing up now…getting that email account! Under a certain age, I know parents want me to tell them “No!” and use me as the bad guy but I think email can be a good way to test responsibilities with your kids. Before you answer “yes” consider these points: 1. How mature is your kid with communications with others when they are happy, sad or mad? Internet email might not be a good fit for them. 2. How old is your child? Many email providers have minimum age requirements – you should not lie about their age to get them their own account. If you decide to say “yes”, I have 4 quick tips to keep your kids safe: * ACCOUNT NAME: Choose an email that does not identify their name, age, gender * RULES: Discuss ground rules about appropriate email communication; discuss the perils of cyberbullying, sexting, and sending pictures via email; the rule of “don’t talk to strangers” also applies; teach them to be wary of clicking on links in emails * ATTACHMENTS: Tell them not to open attachments without consulting with you first. Kids are notorious for clicking on all kinds of sites online and then sending infected attachments. * REVIEW: Tell them you will be reviewing their emails regularly and to make sure their friends know the email account will be monitored.	<urn:uuid:93c5d40b-dd81-4a6c-8964-62278077a711>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.infosecisland.com/blogview/7203-Is-Your-Kid-Ready-for-Email.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560283008.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095123-00086-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.956554	504	2.140625	2
General Editor J. I. Packer, Series edited by Lane T. Dennis, Dane C. Ortlund The Knowing the Bible series is a resource designed to help Bible readers better understand and apply God’s Word. These 12-week studies lead participants through books of the Bible and are made up of four basic components: (1) reflection questions help readers engage the text at a deeper level; (2) “Gospel Glimpses” highlight the gospel of grace throughout the book; (3) “Whole-Bible Connections” show how any given passage connects to the Bible’s overarching story of redemption, culminating in Christ; and (4) “Theological Soundings” identify how historic orthodox doctrines are taught or reinforced throughout Scripture. With contributions from an array of influential pastors and church leaders, these gospel-centered studies will help Christians see and cherish the message of God’s grace on every page of the Bible. The letter to the Ephesians is a source of great encouragement, clearly proclaiming the mystery of the gospel and the supremacy of Jesus while applying that theology to practical living. Made alive in Christ, believers have received a bountiful inheritance and lavish blessings from God, fueling us for holy living. In this study, Eric Redmond opens our eyes to Paul’s teaching about God’s astonishing grace—grace that enables us to walk in love, holiness, and wisdom as we become imitators of Christ. - Paperback: 96 pages - Publisher: Crossway (June 30, 2016) - ISBN-10: 1433548453 - ISBN-13: 978-1433548451 - Retail: $8.99 USD Additional Resources on Ephesians and The Church - Ephesians: The Mystery of the Body of Christ, Hughes - Ephesians, Hodge - Sojourners and Strangers: The Doctrine of the Church, Allison - The Church: God’s New People, Savage (also on Kindle)	<urn:uuid:729724af-eba5-49da-b473-391440d6d25c>	CC-MAIN-2016-44	https://ericredmond.wordpress.com/ephesians/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988721387.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183841-00448-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.855922	426	1.570313	2
What is the importance of creative writing? Creative writing also develops creative thoughts, using their imaginations, suggest alternatives, broaden their though process and problem-solving abilities. It also allows the child to show their opinions and develop their voice. It also improves their logical skills. How well should a kindergartener write? By the end of the year, kindergartners should be able to: Connect most letters with their sounds. Phonetically or inventively write simple high-frequency words. Write many consonant-vowel-consonant words, like cat, dog, mom, and dad. What are the principles of creative writing? If you are going to learn to write fiction, you will need to know a few basic principles. These principles include point of view, characterization, plot, and conflict. These principles can be exercised in many different ways. What are the methods of teaching writing? How To Generate Writing Ideas - Brainstorming. Brainstorming is an activity with which most people are familiar. - Free writing. Free writing is an individual activity for getting thoughts from your head on to paper. - Journalistic Questions. - Cluster Mapping. - Flow Charting. - Double/Triple Entry. How can I improve my writing skills in primary school? 14 Activities To Improve Kids’ Writing Skills - Read Up. Regular reading is a stepping stone to better writing and helps kids’ strengthen their writing skills. - Make it Fun! - Create Writing Worksheets. - Try Different Materials. - Write Letters. - Encourage Journalling. - Create a Writing Space. - Invest Time. What is the style of a story? Style in literature is the literary element that describes the ways that the author uses words — the author’s word choice, sentence structure, figurative language, and sentence arrangement all work together to establish mood, images, and meaning in the text. What are the strategies of creative writing? Processes Shared by Both Creative Writing and Composition - Brainstorming. Both fiction and nonfiction writers go through a period of brainstorming. - Visualization. Both fiction and nonfiction writers use visualization. - Reading Aloud. - Quick Writes. - Dirty First Draft. Why is writing important in teaching? Writing causes students to think through topics or defend a position. Through this process, students gain an understanding of logical thinking and the best way to present their ideas. They learn the difference between facts and opinions, and they learn how to support their ideas with facts. How do I start teaching creative writing? Here are some specifics: - One day a week, have an actual lesson in creative writing. Start at the beginning—with words. - Talk about synonyms and adjectives. - Talk about strong verbs. - Teach them how to turn boring sentences into exciting ones using adjectives and strong verbs. What is the style of poem? The meaning of “style” in poetry refers to all the choices that are made to create the poem’s meaning. Style can include technical choices, such as using short or long lines, varying or omitting punctuation, or using a set rhythm or rhyme scheme. What is the format of creative writing? Creative writing is any writing that goes outside the bounds of normal professional, journalistic, academic, or technical forms of literature, typically identified by an emphasis on narrative craft, character development, and the use of literary tropes or with various traditions of poetry and poetics. What is creative writing in primary school? Children are encouraged to read and write a range of genres in their time at primary school. Each year they will focus on various narrative, non-fiction and poetry units; we explain how story-writing lessons help develop their story structure, grammar and punctuation skills. What is the style of writing? There are four main types of writing: expository, descriptive, persuasive, and narrative. Each of these writing styles is used for a specific purpose. A single text may include more than one writing style. What is creative writing and its types? Creative writing is therefore generally defined as writing that is imaginative, created, productive and original. This generally covers all areas of fiction, such as novels, short stories, poetry etc. but can also include non-fiction, such as feature articles for magazines. How do you teach creative writing to kindergarten? 10 Tricks for Teaching Writing in Kindergarten - Teach letter formation in context. Kill two birds with one stone. - Practice consistently. - Sight words, sight words, sight words. - Encourage invented spelling. - Do mini lessons. - Try interactive writing. - Choose meaningful topics. - Write across the curriculum. What are elements of a poem? As with narrative, there are “elements” of poetry that we can focus on to enrich our understanding of a particular poem or group of poems. These elements may include, voice, diction, imagery, figures of speech, symbolism and allegory, syntax, sound, rhythm and meter, and structure. How do primary students teach writing skills? Classroom Activities to Improve Writing - Orally share ideas in groups before having students write. Allowing your students to generate ideas in a group and brainstorm is an effective tool. - Have your students write collaboratively. - Give your students a sentence starter. - Give your students a writing warm-up. What is the role of a teacher in education? A teacher plans, organizes and delivers content to children attending school. Prior to the excitement of students filling the classroom, a teacher must develop lesson plans and prepare for teaching a full day of content. Teachers use school district guidelines to shape the lessons that they will teach. How do you teach creative writing to children? - Use writing prompts to jumpstart creativity. To help your child his or her “writer’s block,” introduce an exciting topic. - Emphasise character development before writing the story. - Build effective description. - Use “Feeling” Words. - Encourage your child to keep a writing journal. What is creative writing and its purpose? Creative writing is a form of writing where creativity is at the forefront of its purpose through using imagination, creativity, and innovation in order to tell a story through strong written visuals with an emotional impact, like in poetry writing, short story writing, novel writing, and more. What is the role of teacher in creative writing? The teacher plays the central role in the educational process. This is why it is very important to encourage teachers in language and language expression classes to stimulate and develop the creative thinking of their students by promoting new and interesting ways of finding different solutions to various problems. What are writing elements? - The Elements of Effective Writing: Thesis, Main Ideas, Supporting Details, and. - Putting It All Together. - The elements of effective writing fit together in a way that clearly communicates ideas. The following diagram illustrates how they are usually put together. - Adapted from McWhorter, Kathleen T. What are the steps of writing process? STEPS OF THE WRITING PROCESS - STEP 1: PREWRITING. THINK AND DECIDE. Make sure you understand your assignment. - STEP 2: RESEARCH (IF NEEDED) SEARCH. List places where you can find information. - STEP 3: DRAFTING. WRITE. Put the information you researched into your own words. - STEP 4: REVISING. MAKE IT BETTER. - STEP 5: EDITING AND PROOFREADING. MAKE IT CORRECT. What is the basic principle of writing? Unity of purpose: as the first principle of writing well states, make one point, and make it well. Authors often have a definitiveness complex and feel obligated to make their article the last word on a subject. There is no last word. What is the five step writing process? The 5 steps of the writing process are: Prewriting (Brainstorming) Drafting. Revising. Editing. What are the traits of good writing? This research reveals that all “good” writing has six key ingredients—ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions. What are the strategies of writing? - 5 strategies for writing simply but authoritatively. Use simpler words and phrases. - 1) Use simpler words and phrases. - 2) Minimize the number of negatives in a sentence. - 3) Write shorter sentences, but avoid choppiness. - 4) Use key terms consistently. - 5) Balance the use of simple and sophisticated language. What are the types of creative writing? 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Over deze norm 1.1 This practice offers guidelines for selecting wood or wood composite substrates for the evaluation of specific weathering performance characteristics of architectural coatings such as exterior paints, primers, and deck finishes. 1.2 Procedures include selecting wood species and choosing individual wood test panels through visual examination of the wood characteristics. 1.3 This practice is intended to cover the most commonly employed wood substrates used in weathering studies of architectural coatings. It is not intended to serve as a comprehensive guide for all wood species that may be employed for the purpose of evaluating weathering performance characteristics of architectural coatings. 1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard. 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. \|Nederlandse titel\|\|Standard Practice for Selecting Wood Substrates for Weathering Evaluations of Architectural Coatings\| \|Engelse titel\|\|Standard Practice for Selecting Wood Substrates for Weathering Evaluations of Architectural Coatings\|	<urn:uuid:8da1604a-a811-461b-be4d-1ed9e34cf4a1>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	https://www.nen.nl/NEN-Shop/Norm/ASTM-D7787D7787M13.htm	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280761.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00097-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.858395	304	2.21875	2
A homeowner, unlike a renter, will be responsible for all the hardware found in their house. And project that is too technical for DIY work means hiring expert repair crews who can handle the job, and this may range from hiring plumbers to hiring roof repair crews to hiring the best window companies in the area. Why windows? All houses have windows and doors, of course, and these pieces of hardware may become a serious liability if they get very old or suffer damage. A homeowner may be at greater risk of break-ins, and their electric bill will suffer due to disrupted climate control. Fortunately, installing windows is made easy when commercial window installers are hired. These professionals can often replace doors too, and installing windows and doors will make a house safer and more energy-efficient. As a bonus, that house may sell better when it is put on the real estate market. Thus, installing windows can prove to be a great investment. The Problems of Old Windows and Doors Having old windows and doors in the house may result in a number of problems, the first being a security issue. These worn-out windows and doors have fragile wood and glass, and they may be very easy for burglars to force their way through with a crowbar or even their bare hands. This security issue may be made worse when the windows lack blinds or drapes, and thus criminals can see valuable items inside and easily plan a robbery. Criminals are not looking for a challenge; they will rob a house that makes for an easy target, and weak windows that can be easily forced open are just that. Second of all, these old windows and doors disrupt the home’s climate control. How? Nearly 55% of the home’s entire energy supply is dedicated to the heating and cooling system, or the HVAC system, and this system may be overtaxed if the windows and doors have air drafts. These old windows and doors fit badly in their frames, meaning cool air can leak right out in summer, and cold air gets in during winter. In either case, this will force the HVAC system to work overtime, and that uses up a lot of expensive electricity the entire time. What’s more, even draft-free windows may harm the climate control if they’re just bare glass. In summer, bare windows admit hot sunlight that warms up a room, and in winter, glass easily allows warmth to escape, with or without air drafts. Third, old windows and doors are a poor visual. They have worn out or warped wood, and they may have scratches, chipped paint, or termite damage, and the glass may be stained or scratched or cloudy. All of this may be a major turn-off for home buyers when they visit the property, making it tougher for the homeowner to sell. Fortunately, installing windows and doors can fix this. Installing Windows and Doors to Refresh the Home A homeowner won’t have the skills or tools to replace windows or doors in the house, but they can call upon professionals to help. An interested homeowner can refer to a hardware store’s staff, not to mention conduct an online search to find local window replacement companies. A good company has its own website, complete with articles, videos, and photos showcasing their work. A homeowner may compare and contrast a few different local companies until they hire one for the job. Once on site, these experts can remove the old windows and doors, and they will offer the homeowner a variety of replacement models that the homeowner may choose from. Some newer window models, for example, may be double-paned, so they don’t easily leak warmth in winter. Once new windows and doors are chosen, the crews will test-fit them in the window and door holes, then install them properly. Care will be taken to make them secure and draft-free. New windows and doors are much tougher for burglars to break into, and of course they save money over time by preventing any air drafts. And these new windows and doors look attractive and will appeal to home buyers who look over the house when the property is put up for sale in the real estate market.	<urn:uuid:9a458416-2095-4333-9a32-411e31fbed86>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://theinterstatemovingcompanies.com/2019/06/why-installing-new-windows-is-so-important/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573399.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20220818185216-20220818215216-00078.warc.gz	en	0.941424	858	2.078125	2
mamra almond type on market Mamra Almond Type On Market Almonds is one of the most favourable nut .people of all ages enjoy it, for enhancing body health we,Zarin Maghz Corporation ,reccomand eating almonds,it would take care of your brain mechanizem and cardiovascular system and ofcourse it has more types of antioxidants , almonds ,all types of almonds are among foods for their super nutritional storage. As you know there are different type of almonds avilable in markets,but the varieties which is organically grown,and the cultivators doesn’t use any chemicals or pesticides to prevent it from almond’s aphids. This factor makes the almond much more safe in cunsuption by the familly . Moreover,almonds are grown in an environment which is ecologically conducive such that the farming practices respect that advantages and offers sustainability ways of cultivation to the land and water.Mamra Almonds, a tree that has been cultivated in the cold regions of Iran since ancient times, belongs to the category of dark red plants belonging to dicotyledons. In appearance, the almond is in the form of an egg with a top and a curved bottom. The almond core is surrounded by a thin brown crust, and when immersed in warm water the brown crust shells are removed and a white almond grain appears inside the coating. Visit Zarin Maghz Company’s site for more information on the mamra almond type. what are different types of mamra almond? Mamra Almonds are primarily in the form of branches, and almonds are in the green outer coverage .In fact, the almond is said to be in this green lining . Almond has not yet completed the developmental stages properly. Sweet almond seeds have a pleasant taste, easily different from bitter almonds. Type of sweet almond, mamra almond, stone, etc. has many properties that can be explained. Zarn Maghz Company is a reputable producer of nuts and are active in the manufacturing and exporting nuts with many years of experience in distribution and export, with high quality and affordable price. Here in, Zarin Maghz , our dear customers will get better price and quality than the foreign samples. Chemical composition of mamra almonds: Sweet almonds contain about 50-55 percent fat, 25 percent of which is white and is rich by special emulsnse, sugar and is best to be used in manufacturing, chewing gum, spices, and minerals. One of the varieties of sweet almond tree is the mamra almond, which pays special attention to its nutritional value. The origin of almonds comes from Iran, which is more important in terms of exports to all over the continent. This type of almond is given to the branch once a year. The taste of mamra almonds is 26% sweet and nutritious. mamra has many properties in terms of nutrition, among which we can talk about strengthening memory and strengthening people’s physical energy and treating osteoporosis. Contact Zain Maghz’s site to get more informations about the quality products.	<urn:uuid:6e4bc786-7b91-4cd9-bada-9250ec6f9693>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://almondmamra.com/mamra-almond-type-on-market/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570651.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20220807150925-20220807180925-00474.warc.gz	en	0.938225	642	1.757813	2
450+ experts on 30 subjects ready to help you just now Starting from 3 hours delivery Remember! This is just a sample. You can get your custom paper by one of our expert writers.Get custom essay 121 writers online For three days, I was using app Cronometer to make research on my body and my dietary analysis. My height is 5’6’’. My weight is 150.0lbs. My body mass index is 24.4. Considering my parameters, I have to burn 1952 kcal every day. During these three days, I was trying to trace all the ingredients of my meals and indicate them as vitamins, minerals, fat, or others. Micronutrients are iron, zinc, iodine, selenium, copper, molybdenum, chromium, manganese, silicon, cobalt, fluorine, vanadium, silver, boron. They participate in all life processes and are catalysts for biochemical reactions. The minerals we get from food are of great importance for the health and life of the person. They are needed as air, water, and sleep. For the first day I consumed sodium the most – 2684.5 mg, it is 179% of my daily norm. As far as second day is considered, were consumed more minerals: copper – 1.8 g / 0.9 mg, iron 9.7 mg/ 8.0 mg, selenium – 106.4 mg/ 55.0, zinc – 18.3 mg/ 11.0 mg. Also, considering the third day, copper, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, and sodium were consumed more than daily rate. However, some of minerals, e.g. zinc or copper, were consumed in a minimal amount. As a result, we can claim that the intake of micronutrient is in norm but also could be more balanced and specific in some minerals. As far as a macronutrient, such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, are concerned, for the first day I consumed them less than micronutrients. Calcium was absorbed 774.1 mg/ 1000.0 mg, and it is 77% of my daily norm. However, I consume phosphorus more than daily rate – 1064.6mg, and it is 152% of my daily standard. For the second day, I consumed macronutrient less than micronutrient, too. Calcium – 614.1 mg/ 1000.00 mg and it is even less than during the first day. Magnesium – 204.6 mg / 400.00 mg and it is more than during the first day (first day – 177.4 mg/400.00 mg, second day – 204.6 mg/400.00 mg). However, I consumed phosphorus in 111% of the daily rate. Considering the third day, I again consumed phosphorus more than daily rate – 117% (816.4 mg / 700.00 mg). In general, macronutrient intake during these three days could be more balanced and specific in some minerals. For the first day of my investigation, I consumed 1409 kcals, burned 1925 kcals, so 17 kcals had remained. However, I have finished this day without consuming more calories as I had to, but I consume more net carbs: 161.9 g /142.6 g. Besides, I consumed less protein as I had to – 55.0 g /89.1 g. During my investigation, I found out that for the first day I consume vitamin B6 the most and vitamin D consumed the least. Besides, phosphorus was absorbed as mineral the most – 1064.6mg, and it is 152% of my daily norm. Moreover, as far as minerals are considered, sodium was consumed the most – 2684.5 mg, it is 179% of my daily standard. As a conclusion of this day, we can see that calorie intake is in daily rate, but net carbs have to be cut down. For the second day, I consumed 1113 kcals, burned 1925 kcals, so 313 kcals had remained. We can see that 499 kcals are a goal deficit. I consumed vitamin C, Iron, vitamin B12 and vitamin A more than norm. Net carbs were consumed more 2%. However, protein was not consumed even in half – 38.7 g / 89.1 g – it is 43% of daily intake. In contradistinction to the previous two days, the number of consumed calories during the third day was bigger – 1499 kcals consumed. It is 73 kcals over the daily norm. Also, 86% of targets is completed, because vitamin A is consumed 578%, fiber – 105%, water – 138%, vitamin B1 – 130%, vitamin B2 – 291%, vitamin B3 – 118%, vitamin B5 – 288%, vitamin B6 – 155%. However, there were an overtake of fat lipids – 72.8 g instead of 55.5 daily rates. In conclusion, we can claim that including my sedentary activity level, my RDA is not perfect but also is not very bad. Take up sport would be the best way to lose weight and to keep myself fit. Also, I have to plan my meal more appropriately in order to balance the minerals and another useful composite, which I take with meal. Different foods differ in their nutritional value, but they are not absolutely harmful or extremely beneficial. After all, as I want to meet the RDA, I have to give preference to one product and exclude or limit others. However, I would not reject carbohydrates. In the complete rejection of carbohydrates decreases the production of hormones that control weight, so it would be harder to lose weight. To lose weight, I will try to limit the intake of sugar, refined foods, and gluten by replacing them with lots of fruits and vegetables. We provide you with original essay samples, perfect formatting and styling To export a reference to this article please select a referencing style below: Where do you want us to send this sample? Be careful. This essay is not unique This essay was donated by a student and is likely to have been used and submitted before Download this Sample Free samples may contain mistakes and not unique parts Sorry, we could not paraphrase this essay. Our professional writers can rewrite it and get you a unique paper. Please check your inbox. We can write you a custom essay that will follow your exact instructions and meet the deadlines. Let's fix your grades together! 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\|Publication number\|\|US5421034 A\| \|Application number\|\|US 08/224,890\| \|Publication date\|\|Jun 6, 1995\| \|Filing date\|\|Apr 8, 1994\| \|Priority date\|\|Apr 8, 1994\| \|Publication number\|\|08224890, 224890, US 5421034 A, US 5421034A, US-A-5421034, US5421034 A, US5421034A\| \|Inventors\|\|Jeff M. Keune\| \|Original Assignee\|\|David Easton\| \|Export Citation\|\|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan\| \|Patent Citations (14), Referenced by (32), Classifications (10), Legal Events (4)\| \|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet\| 1. Field of The Invention This invention relates to athletic socks, particularly socks worn in relatively stiff boots, where foot comfort may be a problem. Socks of the present invention are especially designed for use by persons engaged in winter sports, e.g. ice skating, skiing, mountain climbing, outdoor camping and snowboarding, where boots are worn. 2. Prior Developments Persons engaged in winter sports often wear relatively stiff boots, as protection against snow or the weather elements entering into the footwear to thereby make the feet feel unconfortable. However, the stiffness of many boots is itself a source of foot discomfort. The problem is more difficult since the boot has to feel comfortable, while at the same time keeping the feet warm. One solution is to wear multiple pairs of socks, so as to increase the cushioning action and the thermal insulative action. Boots used in snowboarding have metal eye loops and laces that can be a source of foot discomfort. The binding system requires the wearer to buckle the binding down tight into the foot, which in turn presses the eye loops of the boot into the top (instep) of the foot, causing some foot discomfort. Boots used in other sports, such as ice skating, skiing and hiking, have similar problems. The problem of keeping the feet comfortable and warm in sub-freezing temperatures, is affected partly by the fact that sweat or moisture generated by the athletic activity (e.g. ice skating) tends to work through the sock so as to form a thermal bridge between the boot and the person's foot. Heat travels from the foot through the relatively conductive moist sock material to the relatively cold boot, thereby rapidly cooling the foot to an undesirably cold and uncomfortable condition. In an effort to avoid such undesired heat loss there have been developed socks formed of imperforate neoprene. The neoprene, in sheet form, acts as a thermal barrier to slow down, or completely stop, the escape of heat from the person's foot to the boot. An imperforate neoprene sock fully encircling the person's foot is however not fully satisfactory, since it may prevent the foot from perspiring or breathing in normal fashion. The complete thermal barrier provided by an imperforate neoprene sock traps sweat between the persons's skin and the neoprene surface, such that a resistance to further sweating is established. The foot senses the resistive condition and stops sweating, thereby eventually causing the skin surface to cool down to an undesired extent. Various porus, moisture-abosorbent socks have been developed as an alternative to the imperforate neoprene sock. U.S. Pat. Nos. 3,341,096 and 4,898,007 and 5,095,548 are representative patents showing socks knitted out of various hydrophilic and hydrophobic yarns in different combinational arrangements, so as to control the escape of moisture from the person's foot. A hydrophilic yarn, such as cotton, is moisture-absorbing and moisture conducting, so as to act like a wick for transporting moisture from a relatively wet area of the sock to a relatively dry area. A hydrophobic yarn has relatively slight affinity for water, such that the moisture tends to collect on the yarn surface, where it can be removed by evaporation or collect as free condensate, depending on its temperature. The above-mentioned patents show sock constructions, wherein some areas of the sock are formed primarily of hydrophilic yarns, and other areas of the sock are formed primarily of hydrophobic yarns, whereby moisture generated by the person's foot is transported to specific areas of the sock for evaporative removal. Heat is retained in the in the moist sock material so as to keep the person's foot relatively warm and comfortable. Water has a relatively high specific heat, so that a relatively thin film of water on the sock is able to hold relatively large quantities of heat. The porosity of the knitted socks described in the above-noted patents, may be a problem in that the moistened yarns and yarn surfaces may form unobstructed thermal paths between the person's foot and the boot interior surface, such that the socks will not serve their intended when worn for prolonged periods of time in sub-freezing conditions. U.S. Pat. No. 4,373,361 to I. Thornelburg, shows a knitted ski sock formed of hydrophilic and hydrophobic yarns for heat management purposes. Additonally the yarn layers are increased or thickened in selected areas of the sock so as to form a cushion between the boot and the person's skin. The cushion acts as a spacer, thereby making the sock more comfortable on the person's foot. The present invention relates to an athletic sock that comprises a knitted porous fabric formed out of moisture-absorbing yarn, e.g. cotton, and having a flexible covering sheet of neoprene, or similar thermal insulator material, extending over the shin area, ankle area and instep area of the sock. Other areas of the sock, e.g. the toe, heel and sole, are left uncovered. The flexible covering sheet acts as a cushion to prevent forcible pressure contact between the hard boot and the shin, ankle and instep areas of the person's foot, as would make the boot feel uncomfortable. The flexible covering sheet also forms a thermal barrier between the boot and the sock areas in direct contact with the person's ankle, shin and instep, whereby those areas of the foot are kept relatively warm. The flexible neoprene covering is concentrated primarily on the the upwardly facing, (or forwardly facing) areas of the sock, such that the sock has approximately the same flexibility and stretchability as a conventional cotton athletic sock. When worn, the sock of the present invention has essentially the same feel as a conventional sock, as regards stiffness, flexibility and stretchability. The sole area of the sock provides a zone where moisture can collect and possibly vaporize. Moisture generated on the sole area of the foot has an escape path around the neoprene barrier sheet so that the foot is allowed to perspire in an essentially normal fashion. Heat generated by the perspiring foot is allowed to escape in a controlled fashion, while the foot is kept relatively warm. FIG. 1 is a side elevational view of an athletic sock contructed according to the invention. FIG. 2 is a plan view of an insulator sheet used in the FIG. 1 sock. FIG. 1 shows an athletic sock comprising a knitted porous fabric 10 formed out of a moisture-absorbing yarn material, e.g. cotton yarn. The fabric material is adapted to fit closely (snugly) on a person's foot within a boot, not shown. The fabric sock is particularly intended for use by person's engaged in winter activities, such as ice skating snowboarding, skiing, hiking, and camping; the boot will be selected according to the particular activity involved. Fabric 10 comprises a tubular area 12 adapted to encircle the lower leg area of the person (including the shin), a second area 14 adapted cover the person's heel, a third area 16 adapted to surround the person's toes, a fourth area 18 adapted to underlie the sole of the person's foot, and a fifth area 20 adapted to overlie the instep of the person's foot. During an athletic activity moisture generated by the person's foot will permeate the knitted fabric 10 so as to form a water film within the pores of the fabric and within the moisture-absorbent yarn material. Since water has a relatively high specific heat it will retain heat relatively efficiently on or near the skin surface. Heat generated within the foot is retained by the sock fabric 10 even though the fabric is in a moist (wet) condition. However, the moist fabric 10 material has a disadvantage in that it acts as a thermal conductor between the foot and the relatively cool interior surface of the associated boot. The water film on fabric 10 conducts heat from the person's foot to the boot. To minimize this conductive heat loss the sock is provided with a flexible thermal insulator sheet 22 preferably formed of neoprene. The required characteristics for sheet 22 are that it be a thermal insulator, flexible, and resilient. Sheet neoprene, having a thickness of about 0.08 inches, is a preferred material. Sheet 22 is sized and configured so as to extend along shin area 21 (i.e. the front surface of tubular area 12), ankle area 23, and instep area 20, of the porous fabric sock material 10. Sheet 22 is preferably attached to fabric material 10 by stitching that runs along the peripheral edge of sheet 22. FIG. 2 shows sheet 22 in a flat condition prior to attachment of the sheet to the fabric material 10. For illustration purposes the stitching used for attaching sheet 22 to fabric material 10 is designated by dashed lines 25 in FIG. 2. The stiching extends along the entire peripheral edge of sheet 22. Additional stitching can be used across the face of sheet 22. Sheet 22 has a longitudinal axis 27 and a transverse axis 29. The sheet is arranged in fabric 10 so that zone 31 of the sheet overlies the instep area 20 of the porous fabric, and zone 33 of the sheet overlies shin area 21 of the porous fabric. The neoprene sheet material has sufficient flexibility that it can wrap transversely around the fabric 10 material so as to extend downwardly (or rearwardley) along the side surfaces of the sock fabric. Central zone 35 of the neoprene sheet has curved side edges 36 spaced relatively far away from longitudinal axis 27 such that zone 35 of the sheet is wider than the other two zones 31 and 33. Central zone 35 forms two ears 37 that are adapted to overlie the ankle area of the sock (above heel area 14). In order to insure continuous facial engagement between neoprene sheet 22 and fabric sock material 10, without undesired wrinkling or buckling of the sheet material, the neoprene sheet is provided with an oval cut-out (or opening) 39 in zone 35 of the sheet. When sheet 22 is placed over fabric 10 the oval opening 39 is located at the juncture between shin area 21 and instep area 20 so as to form a relief opening that enables the neoprene sheet to fit smoothly on the fabric 10, without distorting the fabric or forming corrugations or folds in sheet 22 when the sock is worn. As previously noted, sheet 22 is preferably stitched along its peripheral edge to the fabric 10 so as to assume the position depicted in FIG. 1. Neoprene sheet 22 acts as a thermal barrier to block the thermal path that would otherwise exist between the shin area, ankle area, and instep area of the sock and corresponding areas of the associated boot. Moisture and heat are trapped within fabric 10 and beneath neoprene sheet 22, whereby the person's foot is kept relatively warm. Sole area of 18 of the sock is uncovered, such that moisture can escape and possibly vaporize, depending on temperatures realized by the fit of the boot on the person's foot. The escapage of moisture allows the foot to breathe and keep perspiring in an essentially normal fashion. Neoprene sheet 22 acts as a thermal barrier between the sock and the person's boot. The neoprene sheet also acts as a resilient cushion to soften the hardness of the contact between the boot interior surfaces and the person's foot. The cushioning is provided at those areas of the foot where the boot is likely to produce the greatest discomfort, i.e. the shin area, ankle area, and instep. Neoprene sheet 22 is preferably sized so that its longitudinal length parallel to axis 27 is about twice its its transverse width parallel to transverse axis 29. Front edge 39 of the neoprene sheet preferably has an arcuate semi-circular contour in order to improve the confortability of the sock on the person's foot. Neoprene sheet 22 partially wraps around fabric 10, such that the finished sock has approximately the same flexibility as a conventional knitted cotton sock. Neoprene sheet 22 can be imperforate, as shown in the drawings. Alternately sheet 22 can have small perforations extending therealong to achieve limited escape of moisture from the fabric 10 material in contact with the neoprene sheet. \|Cited Patent\|\|Filing date\|\|Publication date\|\|Applicant\|\|Title\| \|US3003154 \|\|Mar 2, 1959\|\|Oct 10, 1961\|\|Litman Gilel H\|\|Ski socks\| \|US4141358 \|\|Jul 18, 1977\|\|Feb 27, 1979\|\|Demarco Alexander H\|\|Ankle tape pack\| \|US4373361 \|\|Apr 13, 1981\|\|Feb 15, 1983\|\|Thorneburg James L\|\|Ski sock with integrally knit thickened fabric areas\| \|US4409976 \|\|Sep 20, 1982\|\|Oct 18, 1983\|\|Pence Artie L\|\|Ankle support\| \|US4575954 \|\|Feb 16, 1984\|\|Mar 18, 1986\|\|Bye Michael E\|\|Shoe construction with foot and ankle restraining means\| \|US4669126 \|\|Sep 15, 1986\|\|Jun 2, 1987\|\|Jones Thomas L\|\|Athletic sock\| \|US4723322 \|\|Mar 16, 1987\|\|Feb 9, 1988\|\|Spenco Medical Corporation\|\|Knee pad\| \|US4769854 \|\|Jun 10, 1987\|\|Sep 13, 1988\|\|Williams James L\|\|Kicking spat\| \|US4864741 \|\|Jun 13, 1988\|\|Sep 12, 1989\|\|Pierre Beauchemin\|\|Ankle support\| \|US4898007 \|\|Nov 16, 1987\|\|Feb 6, 1990\|\|Dahlgren Ray E\|\|Moisture management sock\| \|US5095548 \|\|Jan 31, 1991\|\|Mar 17, 1992\|\|Wigwam Mills, Inc.\|\|Moisture control sock\| \|DE1015364B \|\|Jul 29, 1955\|\|Sep 5, 1957\|\|Kurt Kraenzle\|\|Fussgelenk- und Knoechelschutz\| \|FR1463210A \|\|Title not available\| \|FR2635952A1 \|\|Title not available\| \|Citing Patent\|\|Filing date\|\|Publication date\|\|Applicant\|\|Title\| \|US5555564 \|\|Jun 2, 1995\|\|Sep 17, 1996\|\|Welch; 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Ricoh's brave new release in the GXR is a camera of two halves - literally. With the intention of providing a photographic "solution" that will take digital SLR-like professional quality photographs whilst, unlike a DSLR, being small enough to fit in your pocket, the basic GXR component comprises a camera back replete with high resolution 3-inch LCD screen, operational controls including a shooting mode dial, grip, pop-up flash, plus battery and card compartments. Onto the front of this slides a separate boxy unit comprising sensor, lens and image processor. Locking tight with a satisfyingly sturdy "clunk", when combined the two halves resemble a rather conventional looking whole. In fact, like most of Ricoh's range, the otherwise utilitarian styling of the GXR makes it seem like it was put together in a Russian car plant during the Cold War. Yet, defying the previously tried and tested, Ricoh's GXR is presently the only digital camera on which both lens and sensor can be changed in tandem to best suit any given subject, meaning the concept is a revolutionary, bang up-to-date, one. Ricoh's definition for the GXR is "interchangeable unit camera system", which, while it doesn't exactly trip off the tongue, at least attempts to get to the crux of the matter. Because there's no sensor in the body, the manufacturer argues that its system is expandable like no other, and adds that the idea is currently patented for Ricoh alone, so we're unlikely to see copycat devices for the time being. Both units feel rugged, weighed up individually in the palm and when combined, being of solid-feel magnesium alloy construction like a proper mid-range DSLR. This is, theoretically, a camera that should provide years of service. Aiming to do battle with the not quite so compact "hybrid" interchangeable lens competitors in Olympus' E-P1, E-P2 and Panasonic GF1, there are presently two swappable lens and sensor combos - or "camera units" - available for the GXR body. These are a 50mm close up (macro) lens combined with an APS-C sized sensor as found in entry to mid-level DSLRs, making it adept at shooting sharp portraits with attractively defocused backgrounds, plus a 24-72mm (3x) zoom coupled with a 1/1.7-inch CCD sensor as found in Ricoh's flagship GR Digital III compact, a fixed lens alternative. The two units differ further regarding the resolution offered: 12.3 effective megapixels from the 12.9MP CMOS sensor coupled with the 50mm lens, and 10 effective megapixels from the 10.4MP CCD wedded to the zoom. Whilst the 50mm option seems to make the most of the GXR's "DSLR in compact form" potential and for us provides the most professional in appearance pictures, the zoom proves to be the no brainer option for those wanting a jack-of-all-trades set up. Not just the kind of images created but also which features and functions users can get access to alters when attaching differing lens units. To take one example, in attaching the zoom lens and CCD sensor pairing the user has access to 640 x 480 pixels video. Swap this for the fixed 50mm alternative and resolution jumps to an HD Ready 1280 x 768 pixels, at standard 24 frames per second. While such options are selected via the camera's on-screen menus, they are presented in small narrow type and we found ourselves tabbing through three screens crammed with information to find essential features we wanted at-a-glance, such as light sensitivity/ISO settings. Fortunately for us then Ricoh has implemented a time saving "Direct" button top left of the LCD at the back that, when pressed, displays a collective overview of the current key settings the user has selected as simplified icons on-screen. Each icon can be highlighted in turn and then the particular setting of that function individually tweaked, saving the need to have to go back and dig through the menu screens as required initially. So though not the most intuitive to use at first, with a bit of familiarity operation of this Ricoh gradually speeds up. Otherwise the GXR's approach is a slightly more leisurely than a DSLR, and you get the feeling that, as with Sigma's high-end fixed lens DP2 compact and Ricoh's own GR III alternative, it's the more considered user who will reap the greatest reward from the GXR. A case in point: it takes 3 seconds to power up for the first shot from cold. Whilst the common creative quartet of program, shutter priority, aperture priority and manual shooting modes are provided for the more experienced user, beginners (or the plain lazy) can get photographing straight away courtesy of a regular automatic shooting mode found next to them. Further offered is a Scene Mode setting that gives access to not only video capture - which on most other compacts would have its own obviously separate mode - but also pre-optimised portrait, landscape, sports, night scene, and skew correct (perspective correction) setting. There are three further custom modes found on the same dial, to which photographers can attribute their preferred settings for, once again, faster access. With the 50mm lens and 12MP sensor unit attached the GXR comes into its own in delivering stunning portraits and detail-rich close ups, though low light and/or busy scenes can stymie the auto focus, prompting us to instead reach for use of the deftly-provided manual focus ring. It can also help to take control of white balance settings, particularly when artificial tungsten light gives any scene an orange wash if left on auto. The camera doesn't command attention in the same with zoom lens and 10MP sensor attached - a physically smaller overall set up than the fixed lens alternative - but then this is the "everyday" option adaptable to taking photographs of a wide range of subjects. So who is the Ricoh GXR and its two different lens/sensor/processor options aimed at? The manufacturer says not just its traditional audience of middle-aged male enthusiasts, but also women and 20- to 30-somethings who likewise want a device that will take great quality pictures but still slip into a handbag or jacket pocket. Optional accessories include an electronic viewfinder (EVF) that clips onto the camera's hotshoe for creative flexibility - it can for example be angled straight up so the user can compose images looking down, as on a medium format camera, plus flashgun that attaches in the same way, meaning both cannot be used at the same time. Aside from getting people to buy into a new concept, the biggest potential hurdle for the GXR is the suggested retail price, which at the time of writing is around £420 just for the GXR body. With the 50mm bolt-on option costing a further £599 and the 24-72mm alternative £329, early adopters are looking at an initial outlay of either £749 or £1,018 before a single image can be captured. Yes, that’s as much, if not more, than a semi professional digital SLR. But then Ricoh's GXR is a different beast and isn't going to be bought by anyone as their one and only digital camera. It will work best as a much better quality alternative to carrying around a point and shoot compact and as an almost-as-good alternative to a DSLR proper for enthusiasts and semi pros wanting a back up for their bulkier device. Ricoh has come the closest yet to delivering DSLR-like quality and versatility in compact form, though the GXR is still too tight a squeeze for a trouser pocket with or without its lens combos attached. Plus the high price of initial set up may have all but the most ardent photo enthusiast waiting until the cost comes down. But if you do have sufficient funds, for camera nuts this will be a dream come true.	<urn:uuid:9c9dd12c-a473-426c-8bd0-8bcb6f55e799>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/71589-ricoh-gxr-digital-camera-review	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280763.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00515-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.939293	1,688	1.632813	2
7th March 2016 Adrian Lowcock, head of investing at AXA Self Investor outlines his 10-step plan which he believes will provide investors with a framework upon which they can decide where to invest this year’s money… Know your goals What do you want to achieve with your investments? It is essential to know your short and long term goals and keep reviewing them and revisiting them each time you review your portfolio. Risk in investing is more complicated than most think. This is because risk and our attitude to it changes over time. If we are making money we are more likely to become confident and place greater trust in our own decisions. Whilst when we are losing money we losing money we get fearful and panic which leads to making rash decisions such as selling instead of buying. Learn to recognise your changing attitude to risk and rein it in, don’t let emotion drive investment decisions. This is one way to manage some risk in your portfolio. By holding investments across a wide range of asset classes you reduce the risk of one area having too much effect on your portfolio. Review your portfolio – Asset Allocation Over time different assets perform differently; some will rise faster than others, while others will be falling. The overall effect is that the asset allocation of your portfolio will no longer look like it used to. Over time these variations can significantly change the risk of your portfolio. Review your portfolio – fund performance This is the second second stage of a portfolio review. Look at whether the funds you have in the asset class are doing a good job or not. Every manager has periods of underperformance so it is important to understand why. Check the managers and fund objectives – do they match the actions of the manager? A sign a manager has gone off the boil is when they change their approach it shows a lack of confidence in their processes. Check each fund’s investment style and approach to risk. Ask does this fit with the other investments in your portfolio. It is easier to monitor your portfolio if it is all in one place. Consider moving to one platform. Re-registration between platforms is available so you don’t even need to sell. However some platforms will try to prevent you from leaving by imposing exit fees so check before you transfer. Know your allowances In the 2014/15 Tax year each adult can put up to £15,000 into an ISA which can either be placed into cash or stocks and shares. On April 6th it rises to £15,240(check figure). For a monthly saver that means you can invest up to £1,250 per month and from April it will rise to £1,270, so make sure you increase your monthly contributions to reflect the new limit. Get value for money Shopping around for the right platform will save you money. Some platforms charge a flat fee of 0.5% or more and have a host of additional charges. Look out for incentives and offers. Don’t hold too many funds Diversification works up to a point, beyond which there is little, if any, additional gain, just a lot more work. It becomes more difficult to identify what is driving performance of the portfolio. A typical portfolio should have between 10 and 20 funds, beyond this the holdings will not contribute significantly to performance. Don’t follow the herd Too many investments are made based on current trends and expectations, not what may happen in the future. These trends tend to be overvalued and often short term in nature. Instead invest in funds you understand which suit your goals. Buy low sell high It is human nature to avoid investing in stock markets when they have fallen or risk seems the greatest. Buy low sell high is an obvious mantra but few investors actually do it. When markets are low their confidence is also low so they wait. Don’t follow the herd, buy low.	<urn:uuid:943a35cc-e438-4e38-8fab-ba9074fdef5a>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://mindfulmoney.co.uk/mindful-news/10-steps-to-investment-success-this-isa-season-and-beyond/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280128.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00386-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.95818	800	1.882813	2
The School of Education (SOE) Peer Advising Mentor Program (PAM), which began in 2009, is available to Freshmen and Sophomores majoring in Education. PAM creates a helpful relationship among these students with current SOE Juniors and Seniors who are selected to serve as the peer mentors. The mentors assist students by providing insight into their experience and knowledge base as successful School of Education students. Our Junior and Senior mentors provide their mentees (Freshmen/Sophomores) with personalized guidance and information regarding their specific education programs and K-12 school-based experiences, as well as Monmouth University social and academic information. School of Education faculty provide mentors guidance and support as needed. The PAM Orientation kicks off the program each academic year, during which introductions are made and all mentors and mentees meet, share, and socialize. This is a wonderful opportunity for not only the mentors who gain valuable leadership skills and enhance their resume/portfolios, but also the mentees who will successfully enter into their career oriented courses and field experiences in the local schools with confidence and knowledge. For additional information, please send an e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.org or contact one of the coordinators of the program, Jenifer Joyce or Janis Marcus.	<urn:uuid:09b46a2e-d5e4-42b8-876c-b1c2560126a2>	CC-MAIN-2017-04	http://monmouth.edu/school-of-education/peer-advising-mentor-program.aspx	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560279169.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095119-00212-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz	en	0.959108	268	1.84375	2
Since a long time not using it I tried to use VMware again today with my Debian Squeeze, and as the kernel have been upgraded, I had to reconfigure it by running What is the location of the directory of C header files that match your running kernel? [/usr/src/Linux/include] Install C header Linux Kernel on Debian or Ubuntu To install the Linux Kernel headers on Ubuntu or Debian Linux run this command to install the sources for your kernel specific version. sudo apt-get install linux-headers-$(uname -r) And this command to install the generic package, and keep your sources up to date. Every time you run sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade Your kernel and kernel headers will upgrade if an upgrade is available. aptitude install linux-headers-2.6-686 \|Replace the "-686" for "-(xen\|\|vserver\|\|openvz)-686" or "-amd64" or "-686-bigmem", if you need to. That depends on your architecture. Use	<urn:uuid:e8481d93-ca98-4985-a0d6-c425f23dd8bc>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.garron.me/en/go2linux/how-install-linux-kernel-headers-debian-or-ubuntu.html	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571538.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220812014923-20220812044923-00473.warc.gz	en	0.776364	237	1.8125	2
An illustration in Charles H. Corey's A History of the Richmond Theological Seminary, with Reminiscences of Thirty Years' Work among the Colored People of the South (1895) depicts Lumpkin's Jail, a former holding cell in Richmond used by a slave trader named Robert Lumpkin. After the Civil War, the same building served as a school to train black ministers. Corey's book includes a letter from James B. Simmons, a secretary of the American Baptist Home Mission Society, who visited Lumpkin's Jail and described it as "a low, rough, brick building known as the 'slave jail.'" He went on: In this building Lumpkin was accustomed to imprison the disobedient and punish the refractory. The stout iron bars were still to be seen across one or more of the windows during my repeated visits to this place. In the rough floor, and at about the center of it, was the stout iron staple and whipping ring. It was in this old jail—this place of horrible memories to the blacks—that I found that noble man of God, Rev. Charles H. Corey, engaged in teaching a company of freedmen preachers … Citation: A History of the Richmond Theological Seminary, With Reminiscences of Thirty Years' Work Among the Colored People of the South LC2852 .R4 T3 1895	<urn:uuid:729d9f7e-5733-446b-a580-e0134dac4a30>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://encyclopediavirginia.org/7292hpr-47be39e2cce6af3/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571472.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811133823-20220811163823-00678.warc.gz	en	0.963746	283	2.921875	3
In 1971 after huge success with the EMT 140, EMT delivered the EMT 240 Reverb Foil. The surface of the vibrating 0.02 mm gold foil measured only 30 X 30 cm. The foil was contained in a double enclosure affording very high isolation from airborne and solid-borne disturbances, sufficient to allow placement of the EMT 240 even in mobile units or – at a sound pressure level of 105 dB – next to monitor loudspeakers If you took the gentle optical compression of the Teletronix LA‑2A, and fused it with the solid‑state punch and clarity of the Urie 1176, you would have the Teletronix LA-3A. It has become a secret weapon compressor for many engineers, with a unique character capable of moving sounds right to the front of your mix. There are not a lot of limiters designed in the 1960s that are still in production today, but the legendary Urei1176 is one such beast. While the name Ureihas long since vanished from the pro audio world, this limiter can still be purchased brand new from Universal Audio. The Teletronix LA-2A was released in 1962, and along with the Urie 1176, is one of the most iconic compressors ever made, and is still in use today. With Universal Audio having purchased the Teletronix company way back in the mid 1960s, this iconic compressor is available new, made to the exacting specifications. The EMT 140 was the worlds first artificial reverb unit and it changed the recording world by allowing any studio to have “reverb on tap”, even smaller studios who did not have physical echo/reverb chambers. First introduced in 1951, the Pultec EQP-1 Program Equalizer was the first passive equalizer on the market. Upon it’s introduction, it changed the recording world forever, offering a new way to manipulate sound. The fact that Pultec equalizers in one form or another are still in use today, is extraordinary.	<urn:uuid:b22cce65-7dad-4fae-bfec-06cae5428a01>	CC-MAIN-2022-33	https://www.vintagedigital.com.au/effects/analogue-effects/page/9/	s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571472.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811133823-20220811163823-00674.warc.gz	en	0.953701	426	1.75	2

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