Deflection comparisons of different wooden floor systems
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Full-scale structural deflection tests were conducted on floor sections with 2"x4" , 2"x6", and 2"x8" joists at four different stages of construction. Stage A was joist alone; stage B joists plus 1/2" plywood subflooring; stage C, stage B plus 25/32" oak strip flooring laid parallel to the joists; and stage D, stage B plus oak strip flooring laid perpendicular to joists. Results show substantial decreases in deflection due to stages B, C, and D. Stage C resulted in the stiffest floor for all sizes of joists followed by stage D and stage B in that order.
Decreases in deflection also varied by size of joist, showing that as the size of the joist increases, the effects of the added construction components decreases. Average decreases in deflection are shown in Table 11.
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Definition of Absorbed cost:
Absorption costing absorbs all the manufacturing costs per unit produced. By including overhead, in addition to materials and factory labor costs, it helps companies determine the overall cost of producing a single brand, line or product — and which of these are the most profitable. Absorbed costs are expenses like energy costs, equipment rental costs, insurance, and property taxes.
Absorbed cost, also known as absorption cost, is a managerial accounting method that accounts for the variable and fixed overhead costs of producing a particular product. Knowing the full cost of producing each unit enables manufacturers to price their products. That is why absorption costing is also referred to as full costing or the full absorption method.
A companys expenses such as insurance and property taxes that are affiliated with manufacturing operations. These costs are typically shown in a separate account.
Meaning of Absorbed cost & Absorbed cost Definition


The Mellin transformation is widely used in various problems of pure and applied mathematics, in particular, in the theory of differential and integral equations and the theory of Dirichlet series. It is found in extensive applications in mathematical physics, number theory, mathematical statistics, theory of asymptotic expansions, and especially, in the theory of special functions and integral transformations. It is essentially used in algorithms of integration in computer algebra systems.
Since the majority of integrals encountered in applications can be reduced to the form of the corresponding Mellin transforms with specific parameters, this handbook can also be used for definite and indefinite integrals. By changes in variables, the Mellin transform can be turned into the Fourier and Laplace transforms.
The appendices contain formulas of connection with other integral transformations, and an algorithm for determining regions of convergence of integrals.
The Handbook of Mellin Transforms will be of interest and useful to all researchers and engineers who use mathematical methods. It will become the main source of formulas of Mellin transforms, as well as indefinite and definite integrals.
Appendix I: Some properties of the Mellin transforms
Appnedix II: Condtions of convergence


In 1970, British rock band Led Zeppelin crafted one of their biggest hits, “Stairway to Heaven,” in an idyllic cottage in rural Wales.
The traditional stone and slate Welsh cottage, known as Bron Yr Aur, had no electricity or running water at the time — just beautiful countryside views and the perfect degree of solitude to inspire songs, words, and thoughts.
Today, not much has changed besides the occupants.
Residents Scott (43) and Ruth (39) Roe, along with their 8-year-old daughter, have kept Bron Yr Aur off the grid, turning it into a hub of renewable activity, Marketplace reports.
They generate four different types of energy on their 1/3-acre “micro farm” — wind, solar, hydro, and wood burning power — and their water supply comes from the same stream that has been providing water to the property for hundreds of years.
“Getting the energy you need from these sources is really hard,” the couple told Marketplace, but it’s worth it: “We can say — hand on heart — that we are doing everything in our lives to to reduce global warming.”
It’s also cost efficient. The Roes estimate they save £11,630 a year — about $16,539. (Going forward, all costs and figures have been converted from British pounds to approximate US dollars).
Business Insider spoke with the family about their low carbon lifestyle, the cost advantages (and hidden costs) that come with living off the grid, and what it’s like to live on the property that draws Led Zeppelin fans from all over the world:
Read the full business insider article here


A photo of an elusive cat, the size of a domestic cat and reddish or grey in colour, has caused a stir of excitement. Rarely seen and captured on film just a few times before, camera traps have revealed that the Bornean Bay Cat (Pardofelis badia) is surviving in heavily logged areas of Borneo’s rainforest.
Camera traps set up in a study by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and Imperial College found the Bornean Bay Cat and four other cat species including the Sunda Clouded Leopard (Neofelis diardi), Leopard cat (Prionailurus bengalensis), Flat-headed Cat (Prionailurus planiceps) and Marbled Cat (Pardofelis marmorata) living in a heavily logged area of forest where they were not expected to thrive.
Listed as Endangered on The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the major threat to the Bornean Bay Cat is commercial logging and the continued spread of oil palm plantations on the island of Borneo that result in the loss of natural rainforest and the habitat it provides for many species. The evidence that endangered cats are living in areas where logging occurs is a good sign for their future survival.
ZSL and Imperial College will continue to study the effects of logging on wildlife populations, not just on cats, but on other mammals both large and small, and less charismatic animals will not be forgotten either. Information gathered in the study will lead to the development of ways in which oil plantations can be more mammal friendly and determine the best options for preventing the loss of Borneo’s mammals.
See this elusive cat for yourself on the ZSL website.


The GCBMA offers a Traveling Trunks Program for educational institutions, service organizations, and other groups interested in keeping the legacy of Grover Cleveland alive, as well as getting to feel the historical past of how people of three different periods lived and were influenced by the historical events of their day.
There are three Traveling Trunks, representing the 1830’s, 1860’s (Civil War) and 1880’s-1890’s. The Trunks are portable history lessons that can travel to schools, scouts, home schooling parents, nursing homes, and other organizations.
The Traveling Trunks allow audiences to hold the artifacts, and build on that experience: what is this artifact? What does it reveal about us as a community, state, or nation? These are questions that can be explored through artifacts to help us define who we are and where we have been.
How To Borrow a Traveling Trunk
Each Trunk may be borrowed from the Birthplace for up to one week – pickup on Monday and return on Friday by 4 p.m.
There is a $50 refundable deposit. There will be a charge if there is any damage to the Trunks while on loan.
Curriculum materials are included in the Trunks, and may be reproduced for educational purposes only, and must credit the GCBMA. All curriculium aligns with K-12 State and national standards.
Trunks are available on a first come, first served basis. To request a date, e-mail email@example.com.
Examples of Trunk Contents:
Copper bed warmer
Knife and fork stick
Toys and games
Folding tin lantern
Lace hand fan
Men’s black gloves
Victorian etiquette book
Victorian paper dolls
Wood based iced skates


Understanding and Applying Research Design
A fresh approach to bridging research design with statistical analysis
While good social science requires both research design and statistical analysis, most books treat these two areas separately. Understanding and Applying Research Design introduces an accessible approach to integrating design and statistics, focusing on the processes of posing, testing, and interpreting research questions in the social sciences.
The authors analyze real-world data using SPSS software, guiding readers on the overall process of science, focusing on premises, procedures, and designs of social scientific research. Three clearly organized sections move seamlessly from theoretical topics to statistical techniques at the heart of research procedures, and finally, to practical application of research design:
* Premises of Research introduces the research process and the capabilities of SPSS, with coverage of ethics, Empirical Generalization, and Chi Square and Contingency Table Analysis
* Procedures of Research explores key quantitative methods in research design including measurement, correlation, regression, and causation
* Designs of Research outlines various design frameworks, with discussion of survey research, aggregate research, and experiments
Throughout the book, SPSS software is used to showcase the discussed techniques, and detailed appendices provide guidance on key statistical procedures and tips for data management. Numerous exercises allow readers to test their comprehension of the presented material, and a related website features additional data sets and SPSS code.
Understanding and Applying Research Design is an excellent book for social sciences and education courses on research methods at the upper-undergraduate level. The book is also an insightful reference for professionals who would like to learn how to pose, test, and interpret research questions with confidence.


Primate societies are highly variable. Groups may differ in the level of stratification, in the degree of cooperation between related and possibly also unrelated individuals or in the way group members deal with conflicts. Variation may occur across different taxa, across populations or between the sexes. Based on evolutionary theory this variation in cooperation and competition evident across primate societies including our own can be explained by differential fitness payoffs. Linking the variation in social behavior to ecological and phylogenetic factors, investigating the different strategies for either sex, and determining the adaptive value of social behavior are research aims in the junior research group on social evolution in primates. Research in the group combines field studies on primates (mainly macaques) in their natural habitat with experimental approaches in captivity. We use molecular techniques to monitor reproductive status, physiological dispositions for cooperation and competition and genetic relatedness. Using comparative methods and agent based modeling we work on identifying evolutionary patterns and generating clearly directed predictions.
Together with Dr. Oliver Schülke Julia Ostner leads a field project on the social evolution of wild macaques in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary where we study a group of Assamese macaques since 2005 (more). Students, PhD students and assistants jointly supervised by Julia Ostner and Oliver Schülke also work at Affenberg Salem and in Morocco (field project of Dr. Bonaventura Majolo, Lincoln University, UK) on Barbary macaques, Macaca sylvanus, in Indonesia on Mentawai macaques, Macaca siberu (Siberut Conservation Project von Dr. Keith Hodges, DPZ) and on Sulawesi on crested black macaques, Macaca nigra (field project of Dr. Antje Engelhardt, DPZ).


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- Alonso = ə'lɑːnzoʊ (/ə/'l/ɑː/nz/oʊ/)
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- British usage: Alonso (no hyphenation)
- American usage: Alon‐so
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(adjective | gender variance, noun)
Someone who does not fully conform to the expectations around their gender that their society enforces. This may be, but is not limited to: expression, roles, or some other aspect of gender. Being gender variant is distinct from being transgender, though some trans people may consider themselves gender variant. Gender variance is generally apparent in people who identify as a binary gender, either cisgender or transgender. A femme trans man can consider himself just as gender variant as a femme cis man. Some non-binary people may also identify as gender variant for multiple reasons.
e.g. Macalister described herself as gender variant.
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**What is a solar cooker?**
It is not so complicated, a solar cooker, or solar oven is a box which uses the energy of sunlight to cook meal or sterilize.
Lot of solar cookers presently in use are relatively cheap. Because they don't need fuel and work only with sun energy, many associations are promoting their use all oven the world in order to reduce fuel expenses for low-income families. Using solar ovens also reduce air pollution, caused by use of firewood for cooking. Cooking with a solar oven is a form of outdoor cooking and is generally used when it is dangerous to cook because of high risk of accidental fires.
**Which are the advantages of using a sun oven**
Solar cookers use no fuel, that means that solar cookers do not need to work or pay for firewood, or other fossil energies.
Solar ovens attain temperatures of up to 160 deg.C, so it is also possible to boil water or cooking most foods that what is possible with a normal stove, from baked bread to roasted chicken. Since solar ovens are placed outside, they don't produce heat inside kitchen. Also solar cookers don't produce pollution.
**Disadvantages of cooking with a solar oven**
Solar ovens can't be used in cloudy weather so some hybrid backup heat source in these conditions.
Solar cookers take more time to cook food than a normal oven. Using a solar cooker therefore requires that cooking a cake be started some hours before the lunch. However, it requires less attention, so this is often considered a good trade-off.


Promoting Fundamental British Values.
In accordance with The Department for Education we aim to actively promote British values in schools to ensure young people leave school prepared for life in modern Britain. Pupils are encouraged to regard people of all faiths, races and cultures with respect and tolerance and understand that while different people may hold different views about what is "right" and "wrong", all people living in England are subject to its law.
The Key Values are:
At Clore Shalom we provide opportunities for pupils to explore their own culture and have a clear understanding and appreciation of a wide range of the cultural influences that have shaped modern Britain. We encourage all children to be tolerant and respectful to those of different faiths and beliefs. This is done by providing the children with an understanding of the main festivals and key dates of significance to British culture e.g. Remembrance Day, the Queens Birthday and major political events such as elections. We are forming strong links in our local community with other local schools and are participating in a range of out of school activities e.g. sporting events, and gifted and talented learning programmes.


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) (cont.)
How do physicians diagnose fetal alcohol syndrome?
The risk for potential fetal alcohol syndrome is established during the first prenatal visit. Pregnant women are questioned regarding behavioral risk factors, including illicit drug usage, alcohol consumption, smoking, and other high-risk behaviors. Several screening questionnaires may be utilized; these include (1) T-ACE, (2) TWEAK, and (3) AUDIT-C. There are several laboratory blood studies that may indicate recent use or repeated and excessive alcohol abuse.
Prenatal indicators for potential alcohol use would note smaller than expected growth in length, weight, and head measurements. Slower than expected head growth is a reflection of subnormal brain growth. Once born, the above-noted facial changes will lead the pediatrician to consideration of the diagnosis of FAS. The myriad of developmental and cognitive delays discussed above will also stimulate consideration of FAS in children who are failing in cognitive advancement or with associated behavioral deficiencies.


Geochemical and Faunal Characterization in the Sediments off the Cuban North and Northwest Coast
Baseline, Sediments, Geochemistry, Mollusk, Meiofauna, Foraminifera, Cuba
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This chapter provides a summary of the scientific knowledge about sediments and fauna in the margin of northwest Cuban shelf. Little scientific information is publicly available, and so much of what is discussed here is the result of the scientific expedition to the region in May 2017 on board the R/V Weatherbird II as part of the GoMRI consortium, C-IMAGE (see Foreword, this book). The goal was to set broad environmental baselines against which to evaluate the impacts of any potential future oil spill or other disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico (GoM). The chapter is organized in three parts: (1) overview of the geographical setting of Cuban margin of GoM; (2) sediment characterization including texture, composition, and geochronology of sediment cores; and (3) characterization of key bioindicators of oil impact: mollusks, meiofauna, and foraminifera.
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Geochemical and Faunal Characterization in the Sediments off the Cuban North and Northwest Coast, in S. A. Murawski, C. H. Ainsworth, S. Gilbert, D. J. Hollander, C. B. Paris, M, Schlüter & D. L. Wetzel (Eds.), Scenarios and Responses to Future Deep Oil Spills: Fighting the Next War, Springer, p. 147-159
Scholar Commons Citation
Armenteros, Maickel; Schwing, Patrick; Larson, Rebekka; Martínez-Suárez, Adrian; Fernández-Garcés, Raúl; Hollander, David; and Brooks, Gregg, "Geochemical and Faunal Characterization in the Sediments off the Cuban North and Northwest Coast" (2019). Marine Science Faculty Publications. 452.


Reviewed by Sam E. (age 9)
Benjamin often wondered about the sky. He started to teach himself astronomy and began calculating the stars and moon movements, then he wrote them in almanac. As a black man that was an amazing thing to do.
I like this book because it has great illustrations. They are detailed and they use a lot of dark colors. The dark colors help the person who is reading the book understand that Benjamin was a black person that lived during a time when blacks were not treated as fairly as whites.
In this book Benjamin Banneker helped another character change. Benjamin wrote a letter to President Thomas Jefferson. He helped Thomas Jefferson change and understand that blacks were equal to whites.
My favorite part of the book was when Benjamin got his almanac published because it was a great accomplishment. Even though he didn't get it published on his first try he didn't give up!
I recommend this book for 3rd-8th graders because it has a lot of information about Benjamin Banneker and what it was like to be a black man living free during the time of slavery.


Martin luther king jr early life info
Martin Luther King Jr. (1929-198) was a Baptist minister and social activist who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 198. Inspired by advocates of nonviolence such as Mahatma Gandhi, King sought equality for African Americans, the economically disadvantaged and victims of injustice through peaceful protest. He was the driving force behind watershed events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington, which helped bring about such landmark legislation as the Civil Rights Act of 194 and the Voting Rights Act of 195.
King was awarded the Nobel PeaMartin Luther King, Jr., was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. Washington High School. Coretta Scott King helped lead the African-American Civil Rights Movement in the 19s. Papers Project, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Of course I was religious. I grew up in the church.


|As with joyful steps they sped.|
As with Gladness Men of Old was written by William Chatterton Dix (1837-1898). It was composed on the 6th of January 1859, while confined to bed, convalescing from a serious illness. It would be later included in his self-published collection: Hymns of Love and Joy (1867). It is sung to the tune: Dix, an adaption by William Henry Monk (1823-1889) of the chorale, Treuer Heiland, Wir Sind Heir (1838) by German composer Conrad Kocher (1786-1872). In the Liturgy of the Hours, As with Gladness Men of Old is used on the Solemnity of the Epiphany.
AS WITH GLADNESS, MEN OF OLD by W.C. Dix, 1859 (Public Domain)
1. As with gladness men of old
did the guiding star behold;
as with joy they hailed its light,
leading onward, beaming bright;
so, most gracious Lord, may we
evermore be led to thee.
2. As with joyful steps they sped,
Savior, to thy lowly bed,
there to bend the knee before thee,
whom heaven and earth adore;
so may we with willing feet
ever seek thy mercy seat.
3. As they offered gifts most rare
at thy manger, rude and bare,
so may we with holy joy,
pure and free from sin’s alloy,
all our costliest treasures bring,
Christ, to thee, our heavenly king.
4. Holy Jesus, every day
keep us in the narrow way;
and when earthly things are past,
bring our ransomed souls at last
where they need no star to guide,
where no clouds thy glory hide.


Definition of Rock cornish
1. Noun. Small plump hybrid developed by crossbreeding Plymouth Rock and Cornish fowl.
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Literary usage of Rock cornish
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Nomenclature of Petrology: With References to Selected Literature by Arthur Holmes (1920)
"... the rock does not crumble readily like china-clay rock; Cornish varieties contain white mica and fluorite. JA Howe: Mem. Geol. Surv. ..."
2. The Metallic Wealth of the United States: Described and Compared with that by Josiah Dwight Whitney (1854)
"... and its connection with the rock. Cornish miners having been first and most extensively employed in mining in this country, their terms have been ..."
3. Proverbs, Maxims and Phrases of All Ages: Classified Subjectively and by Robert Christy (1887)
"Rubbish. 1. Rubbish is only matter out of place. Rudder. 1. He that will not be ruled by the rudder, must be ruled by the rock. Cornish. 2. ..."
4. Cornwall by Arthur Leslie Salmon (1903)
"Rhys states that old traditions and the rock's Cornish name ("the hoar rock in the wood") prove that it was not always insular; but this is no argument, ..."
5. Dictionary of Quotations from Ancient and Modern, English and Foreign by James Wood (1893)
"... the nut must crack it Frisian Pr. He who will not be ruled by the rudder must be ruled by the rock. Cornish Pr. He who will sell his fame will also sell ..."


Magnet-based Hall-effect sensors are widely used, but they're imperfect: introduce a magnetic field or metal object in close proximity to them, and the magnet-based sensors are suddenly vulnerable. Microsemi's announcement of their new ICs based on inductive sensing has the capability to replace magnet-based Hall-effect sensors. The LX3301A is "designed to process signals generated by inductive sensors which are based upon linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) principles."
LVDTs are inherently frictionless; they have a virtually infinite cycle life when properly used.
The new sensor features contactless sensing, an embedded 32-bit processing engine, an internal oscillator, and user-programmable 16x16-bit non-volatile configurable memory. It would be useful in industrial automation and control systems for linear displacement measurement, or any angular motion measurement, making it useful in robotics control. Microsemi also provides support for connecting the sensor inputs to a motor control evaluation board.
The LX3301A is the first inductive sensor IC on the market with linear variable differential transformer architecture implemented on printed circuit boards.


|Vernacular Architecture for a Changing Planet
Dr. Sandra Piesik is an architect, curator, and writer specialising in technology development and transfer of natural materials, and the implementation of global sustainable legislation. Her new book, Habitat: Vernacular Architecture for a Changing Planet, published last month by Thames & Hudson, is “a collective contribution towards shifting sustainable development paradigms including the role of cities and the built environment on the changing planet. It includes contributions by over 140 scholars from 50 countries.” The immense threat of climate change has given rise to a whole spectrum of ethical and political concerns within the realm of architecture. This book sheds light on vernacular architecture that includes a critical understanding of a building’s history, providing a framework for what we can learn from ecologically coherent habitats and how we might confront contemporary realities. A collection of projects, essays, and imagery, the book presents unexplored views on architecture and creates a set of alliances which are drawn between people and places in the five major climate zones, covering tropical, desert, continental, temperate, and polar regions. “I hope that it will serve as a starting point for a new conversation about and engagement with placemaking,” the author commented.
In a recent interview for UrbanNext, she provided us with more insight into her work.
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"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". Nelson Mandela
At our service, we provide a flexible curriculum that offers a diverse, stimulating and engaging range of experiences reflective of children, family and community needs, interests and cultural back ground. Our curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) which allows us to develop our play-based programs. We respect and value children’s curiosity and questions of wonder and encourage learning through intentional teaching moments and natural opportunities in each day. The early years of a child's life are the most important and the best learning happens when it starts from an early age. Within each room throughout the centre, our educators are always striving to create a holistic curriculum appropriate to each child's learning abilities and interests where they will provide a range of exciting and interesting activities that make learning fun and allow children to achieve milestones at their own pace. Our services have specialist come in to give your child extra curriculum activities at no extra cost.
At our service, we use an online observation program called 'Story Park', where educators can record and share children's learning and development with families. Through this system, families can view their child's (and their child only) 'profile' where educators upload observations, pictures, videos and moments whilst at our service. Families are also able to contribute to their child's 'profile' by uploading what your child gets up to out of our care. It is a wonderful way for families and educators to keep up to date and informed with children's development and learning and can be updated and viewed daily at any time.


A public order disturbance is an outbreak of disorder; a breach of public peace.
When you visit a concert or a sports activity, you can do little to prevent a disturbance but you must know what to do in such a situation.
Before a public order disturbance:
- When you enter a building or event terrain, make sure you know the emergency exit in case you need to leave the place in a hurry.
During a public order disturbance:
- If uproar is instigated during a big event, do not try to go against the flow.
- Keep calm and follow the instructions from the authorities.
- Do not go to the place of the disturbance.
Public order disturbance
What to do during a public order disturbance


The Fourth of July is recognized as the day in 1776 when our founding fathers gathered to adopt the Declaration of Independence, declaring the Colonies as a new nation.
When I think of the word “independence,” I think of the ability to live as safely and comfortable as possible. To live with pride. And when you have multiple sclerosis (MS), it means doing so while the disease slowly chips away at your being.
That’s why, for me — and many other people who have MS — the word “independence” can take on a completely different meaning.
Independence means not asking my wife for help cutting my meat at dinner.
Independence means being able to get up the three steps to the back door of my home.
It means being able to roll my wheelchair unaided through the grocery store.
And lift my heavy legs over the tub wall to take a shower.
Independence means being strong enough to open a bag of chips.
Independence is doing what I can to help around the house.
It’s trying to remember your name while I talk to you at the party.
Independence means being able to button my own shirt.
Or being able to use the hand controls of my car.
Independence is walking a few feet through the grass without falling in front of everyone at the cookout.
It means knowing how and when I got that bloody scrape on my shin.
Independence means being able to get something from the refrigerator without dropping it.
We as MSers don’t ask for much. We’re feisty and strong-willed. We work hard to remain as independent as we can, for as long as we can.
Keep fighting for your independence.
Doug writes about living with MS (and much more) on his humor blog My Odd Sock.
Follow him on Twitter @myoddsock.


Information about Lewy Bodies & Dementia
Dementia with Lewy bodies accounts for 5 to 15 percent of dementia cases. This form of dementia shares characteristics and symptoms of both Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. The disorder is named for the Lewy bodiestiny deposits of a protein called alpha-synucleinthat are found throughout the brain.
People with this form of dementia tend to have attention problems, hallucinations, and some of the motor problems associated with Parkinson's disease (such as shuffling gait, poor balance, and stooped posture). Sleep problems (excessive daytime drowsiness, very vivid dreams, and leg kicks or arm swings while asleep) are common and may start years before any memory symptoms are noticed.
Cholinesterase inhibitors and the Parkinson’s drug levodopa (Larodopa) may be used to treat the symptoms. Antipsychotic drugs should not be prescribed or should be used with extreme caution because they can cause severe stiffness or tremor. As with Alzheimer's, none of these medications slows the progression of the disease.
Other possible causes of irreversible dementia include infectious diseases (such as Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease) and amnesia.


Irving Langmuir, (born Jan. 31, 1881, Brooklyn, N.Y., N.Y., U.S.—died Aug. 16, 1957, Falmouth, Mass.), U.S. physical chemist. He received a Ph.D. from the University of Göttingen, Ger. As a researcher for General Electric (1909–50), he investigated electrical discharges in gases, electron emission, and the high-temperature surface chemistry of tungsten, making possible a great extension in the life of tungsten-filament lightbulbs. He developed a vacuum pump and the high-vacuum tubes used in radio broadcasting. He formulated theories of atomic structure and chemical bond formation, introducing the term covalence. He received a Nobel Prize in 1932.


HOW DID THE
WHO IS MARTIN LUTHER?
He was the leader of the Protestant
Reformation. His teachings became the
Cornerstone of the church that bears his name.
Throughout his career, Luther was torn by inner
turmoil. If man was ruled by sin, how
could he hope to gain redemption in the eyes of God? On
The 3 basic ideas of the 95 Theses were:
1) PROTEST against the abuse of papal authority;
2) CHALLENGE to the Pope – if he controls Purgatory, why not empty it for free?
3) DENIAL – of the “extra merit” theory behind indulgences. The “True treasury” of the church is the GOSPEL – the proclamation of God’s mercy.
The Church ordered Luther to appear in hearing to answer charges of heresy. Luther refused to recant his views. Luther argued that the papacy was of human, not Divine origin and quickly became a national figure.
As reform ideas spread, the Pope’s answer was to
threaten Luther with excommunication unless he recanted and subsequently was in
January 1521 at the age of 38. In June
of 1525 Martin married Katharina von Bora, a former nun whom he had sheltered
While Luther remained in protective hiding, he pursued reforms in Christian doctrine and practice. These included recognizing the Bible as God’s Word, the true source of doctrine; popularizing Holy Baptism and the Lord’s Supper as the chief sacraments; producing a vernacular liturgy and translating the Bible into German.
Martin Luther published almost 400 works, including Biblical commentaries, catechisms, sermons and tracts. He wrote many hymns and continued to teach and preach. Luther died from a stroke in 1546 at the age of 63.
WHAT DOES ELCA MEAN?


- JELLY: fruit juice and sugar, and with most manufacturers, lots of corn syrup too. The jelly is clear and firms up so that it holds some shape. But no fruit here. Some fruits don't make good jelly because they don't have enough pectin in them (see below).
- JAM: a blend of crushed fruit pieces and fruit puree. My mom used to make jam and skim off the frothy stuff that bubbled up to the top of the pot. She'd put that aside in a bowl, and when the froth subsided, we'd dip bread in the warm, jammy jam, and oh boy, was that good.
- PRESERVES: contain whole or large pieces of fruit. Generally thicker than jam or jelly. This is what I should have chosen and will select next time.
- MARMALADE: jelly plus shredded citrus peel.
- FRUIT BUTTER: (as in, apple butter) contains no butter. It's actually fruit pulp plus sugar, which in the case of apple butter, turns a kind of thickish yellow consistency that only looks like it might have butter in it.
The thing that makes all of these spreads hang together is pectin. Pectin is an undigestible carbohydrate (fiber, actually), contained in the cells of fruit. When you heat this with sugar and water, it makes a gel. This gel is essentially the base in which the jammy fruity goodness is suspended.
Smuckers FAQs, the difference between jelly, jam, and preserves
How Stuff Works, the difference between jelly, jam, and preserves (and what exactly is Jell-O?)
How Stuff Works, How Food Works (pectin)
How to Make Jam, Jelly, and Preserves


The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has publicly acknowledged that ethanol in gasoline can damage internal combustion engines by increasing exhaust temperatures and indirectly causing component failures, the American Motorcyclist Association (EPA) reports. The EPA statement is contained in a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule proposal about a new label for pumps that supply fuel blends high in ethanol.
EPA admits now that ethanol E15 (a gasoline formulation that contains up to 15 percent ethanol by volume) impacts motor vehicles in two primary ways. 1- ethanol elevates the [air/fuel] ratio (increases the proportion of oxygen relative to hydrocarbons) which can lead to increased exhaust gas temperatures and potentially increase incremental deterioration of emission control hardware and performance over time, possibly causing catalyst failure. 2- ethanol can cause materials compatibility issues, which may lead to other component failures. In stating that in motorcycles and non-road products, using E15 and higher ethanol blends creates overheating and raise engine-failure concerns EPA is now supporting the long-held position of the American Motorcycle Association.
None of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and ATVs currently in operation can use fuels with blends higher than 10 percent ethanol. Doing so could void the manufacturer’s warranty, in addition to causing damage to the vehicle. “The American Motorcyclist Association has fought the distribution of E15 fuel blends in an effort to protect motorcycle and all-terrain vehicles from the damage that ethanol causes,” said Wayne Allard, AMA vice president for government relations. “Now the EPA acknowledges that ethanol itself is harmful to emissions hardware and other components on all motor vehicles. It is time for the federal government to pause, take a hard look at this product and change its entire approach to ethanol in fuels.


Maxim machine gun
The invention of a viable rapid-fire, automatic weapon did not happen until the mid-19th century, and even then the Gatling gun
was not especially effective. It was widely believed that cavalry and infantry combat would remain vital in combat, but this all changed with the introduction of the much more effective Maxim machine gun, during World War I. A weapon that scythed down attackers with ease, cavalry were rendered totally irrelevant, while infantry were liable to massive losses. The machine gun was a major step into fully mechanized warfare, and created loss of life on a scale hitherto unknown.


The broad-spectrum herbicide glyphosate (common trade name "Roundup") was first sold to farmers in 1974. Since the late 1970s, the volume of glyphosate-based herbicides (GBHs) applied has increased approximately 100-fold. Further increases in the volume applied are likely due to more and higher rates of application in response to the widespread emergence of glyphosate-resistant weeds and new, pre-harvest, dessicant use patterns. GBHs were developed to replace or reduce reliance on herbicides causing well-documented problems associated with drift and crop damage, slipping efficacy, and human health risks. Initial industry toxicity testing suggested that GBHs posed relatively low risks to non-target species, including mammals, leading regulatory authorities worldwide to set high acceptable exposure limits.


What are the challenges around Maths in Hastings?
Good numeracy skills are essential in the workplace and day to day life, with clear evidence demonstrating that adults with basic numeracy skills earn higher wages and are more likely to be employed than adults who lack these.
The increasing importance and sophistication of technology in the workplace, particularly in Hastings’ growing engineering and technology sectors, means demand for those with maths skills continues to rise locally.
However, achievement in Maths is low across all key stages in Hastings. In 2016:
- 59% of Key Stage 2 leavers achieved the expected standard compared with 70% nationally
- 48% of disadvantaged primary pupils achieved the expected standard
- Disadvantaged pupils do not make sufficient progress between Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
- Disadvantaged pupils are more than half a GCSE grade lower than their peers nationwide
- Pupils made less progress in Maths than their peers nationally at all four mainstream secondary schools in Hastings.
One of our key priorities is making sure that young people across Hastings have the essential foundations in mathematics to access this exciting and changing world.


The day of biodiversity is the day of biodiversity in 1973 in the context of Washington CITES CITES (Convention on international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and flora) has been introduced and is held every year on March 3. Endangered wild species (animals and plants) to be protected by the agreement. Species must be anchored in the consciousness of the people. To deepen your understanding Matt Swain is the source. It is not a luxury topic but is of central importance for the coexistence of man and nature. is the German service portal on the theme conservation and day of biodiversity. There, aspects of species conservation as well as events, actions, and information on the 41st day of biodiversity on March 3rd, 2013 will be bundled and presented. What happens where the day of biodiversity? Who is doing what? Conservation is for me…” On the ServicePortal to the biodiversity manifested also responsible by nature, wildlife and species protection association as federal, WWF, as well as ranga Yogeshwar, what is biodiversity for them. The Physicist, science journalist and moderator Yogeshwar says: “Conservation is an expression of respect and humility towards the diversity in the nature for me..


Can squamous cell carcinoma be prevented?
You cannot prevent skin cancer, but you can reduce your risk by limiting exposure to UV radiation during peak UV times, not tanning in the sun or using sun beds, seeking out shade and wearing protective clothing such as hats and long-sleeved shirts with collars to protect the arms and neck.
Author: Jonathan Meddings
First answered: 22 Sep 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Electronic health record technology is meant to reduce the likelihood of medical errors throughout the healthcare system, however EHR technology is not error-proof and medical workers have made mistakes through these systems.
Recently one pharmacist had ordered acetaminophen for the wrong patient because they had two records open at the same time. This is just one example of mistakes that were tied directly back to the misuse of HER or e-prescribing systems.
A research paper published in the journal of Critical Care shows that more than half of unexpected deaths that occur 72 hours after emergency department visit and hospital admission are due to a medical error and could be prevented.
However none of the reasons for the medical errors in the study were associated with the misuse of HER or health IT platforms. The reasons included incorrect choice of treatment, missing key diagnostic tests relevant to a condition, and a severe delay or absence of ordering recommended sepsis treatment.
However, a West Health Institute survey asserts that the lack of EHR interoperability and medical device connectivity has been cited previously as a key reason for medical errors.
About one out of two nurses polled in the survey stated that they noticed a medical error due to poor integration of EHR technology or medical device within a hospital or practice.
About 71% of polled nurses wouldn’t transition back to paper records and 72% believe that HER technology improves patient safety and reduces medical errors. Most of the nurses also start that health IT enhanced collaboration between healthcare staff.
The results of this study show that nurses have the highest levels of satisfaction around how EHRs improve the quality of clinical decisions.
Many believe that greater EHR interoperability will continue to be a key aspect of ensuring misuse of EHR technology and medical errors are reduced while patient care and outcomes are improved.


Kransekage means wreath cake in English. These cakes are made in Scandinavia out of concentric circles of baked marzipan, and are served for holidays and special occasions. But in Denmark, if the occasion is really special, like a wedding, the cake takes on a unique shape. This is the overflødighedshorn, or cornucopia cake, a Danish tradition since the late 1700s.
The horn of plenty, or cornucopia, symbolizes good fortune, wealth, a bountiful harvest, and generosity. These Danish wedding cakes are displayed overflowing with a bounty of fruits, candies, or smaller pastries. Overflødighedshorn is an expensive confection, painstakingly made by bakers who are artists. Each ring of the horn must be baked in just the right shape to be assembled into a gravity-defying curve, held together by a bit of chocolate. Read how they do it at Atlas Obscura.
Listen beautiful relax classics on our Youtube channel.
And if you ever see a overflødighedshorn, better take a picture, because this work of art will be eaten!


There may come a day when computers take over the business decision-making process.
Machines’ unbiased assessments of data will replace managers’ gut instincts and the knowledge they gain from experience and professional relationships, not to mention the financial incentive they have for making the right call, according to Gartner analyst Nigel Rayner. His opinion isn’t officially sanctioned by the research firm.
In Rayner’s “maverick” view, we’d be better off if machines made more decisions. He cited a U.K. study of 350 large companies that found executives’ pay rose 700 per cent from 2002 to 2011 while the value of those businesses rose just 21 per cent and workers’ pay rose 27 per cent.
“There has to be something questionable about that,” he said. “Humans are very bad at making decisions.”
“Everywhere I look, predictive modeling, machine-based algorithmic systems and computer-based simulations outperform humans,” he added, noting that machines will play an expanding role in decision-making over the next 40 years or so.
Building those systems, though, requires humans with a mix of statistical, database and computer science skills, said Kevin Connor, an enterprise architect at Urban Science, which makes analytical systems.


What is the kindergarten curriculum?
The curriculum matches the Ohio Common Core standards. The Common Core standards have higher expectation for text comprehension for our youngest learners. Additionally, the Common Core has a greater emphasis on their reading and writing skills across all content areas.
Specifically, there is a significant amount of daily instruction dedicated to literacy skill development focusing on phonics instruction, guided and shared reading as well as guided and shared writing. Kindergarten students will have a specific amount of time daily dedicated to math instruction as well. The subjects of science and social studies will be taught within the language arts/literacy instruction. In addition, students receive music and physical education instruction along with one quarter of art instruction by a certified art teacher.
When can I register my child for kindergarten?
Registration begins in January. To begin the online process, please click here.
What if my child is in the district's Preschool Program? Do I still have to register?
No. Children in the District’s preschool program will be automatically registered.
How do I know which school is my neighborhood school?
The boundaries for each school are detailed in the Elementary Boundaries Narrative.
Can I take a tour of my neighborhood school?
Yes. Please call the principal of your neighborhood school to set up a convenient time for both of you. You can view the schools' and principals' contact information here.
When does the kindergarten day start/end?
All kindergartners can enter their building beginning at 8:45 a.m. and must be in class by 9 a.m. Students are dismissed at 3:05 p.m.
Is there on-site before and after school care at all the elementary schools?
Yes. There are a number of child care options for each of our elementary schools. See our list of providers here.


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We have shown previously that a beta-globin RNA-deficient beta zero-thalassemia is caused by a single base-pair deletion in codon 44 of the human beta-globin gene1. The lack of beta-globin RNA in erythroid cells of these affected individuals is due to extreme beta-globin RNA instability (t 1/2 = 30 min)2. We have further investigated the mechanism of this extreme lability by transiently expressing the beta zero-thalassemic allele in HeLa cells and assaying the stability of the beta-globin RNA that is produced. Surprisingly, the beta zero-thalassemic RNA is much more stable in HeLa cells than in bone marrow cells. Apparently, developing erythroid cells have a mechanism for turning over this thalassemic RNA while cervical carcinoma cells do not. We also have assayed the stability of RNA derived from in vitro-mutagenized beta-globin genes. In HeLa cells, beta-globin RNAs harboring deletions in and around the translation initiation codon accumulate to steady-state levels that are similar to the level of normal beta-globin RNA.


What does Earnestine mean?
Earnestine [earnes-tine] as a girls' name is of Old German origin, and the meaning of the name Earnestine is "serious; battle to the death". Earnestine is an alternate spelling of Ernestine (Old German): elaborated feminine variant of Ernest.
Associated with: battle.
Earnestine▼ has 2 variants: Ernestina and Ernestyna.
1 more related form via Ernestine: Ernesztina.Creative forms:
(male) Middle name pairings:
Earnestine Aylin (E.A.), ..
How popular is Earnestine?
Earnestine is a very prominent first name for women (#803 out of 4276, Top 19%) but an unusual surname for all people. (2000 U.S. Census)
Earnestine reached its apex rank of #348 in the U.S. during 1930-1939, but is not found in the list at the moment. (2015 Birth Statistics)
Which version is better?with its source form and related girl names. Prominent varying forms of Earnestine ranked in the Top 2000 are Ernestine and Ernestina. Other forms, like Ernesztina, are uncommon. Adoption of these forms of Earnestine reached its highest in the 1920s (adoption of 0.09%), but now, forms like Earnestine have fallen out of fashion.
Similar NamesSuggested similar names are Celestine▼, Chrisstine, Christine▼, Chrystine, Cristine, Crystine, Destine, Earlene▼, Earlette, Earline▼, Earvette (see Irvette), Egbertine (see Egberta), Elbertine, Ernaline, Ernesha, Ernesta, Ernice, Fantine, Faustine, Garnette, Hansine, Herbertine, Jestine, Khristine, Kirstine, Kristine▼, Krystine, Lareine, Larentina, Larsine, Laurentine, Laurestine, Marceline, Marcelline, Marnette, Martine, Modestine, Selestine and Valentine. These names tend to be less commonly used than Earnestine.See names in meaning and etymology.


The Little Engine That Couldn't
It was sweet while it lasted. A hillside railway built more than a hundred years ago took Angelenos to the top of Mt. Washington. Before there were roads the Mt. Washington Railway -- a kind of cable car -- hoisted people 940 feet up a steep incline. As many as 3500 passengers a day would pony up 5-cents to get a view of the booming city, the ocean, and to visit the hotel at the top.
Can you guess when this photo was taken? What does the corner look like today? To find out watch this 2-minute video or use the slider below. Have fun!
Our thanks to the Automobile Club of Southern California Archives for sharing these photos. Photos of the hotel are courtesy of the L.A. Public Library and kcet.org.


About this Event
This camp will introduce students to the foundations of cybersecurity, including but not limited to personal and home security, network security, cyber law, and encryption. Students will be introduced to virtual machines and the Linux command line. Online activities and labs will engage students throughout the week. Students with prior cyber and Linux experience will be better served through our Deeper Dive camps.
***NOTE*** This camp WILL NOT provide the requisite knowledge and practice time with Linux that students need for the more advanced camp offerings. It is designed to pique student interest in cyber-related high school courses and extracurricular activities. Students with prior cyber camp or classroom experience will be better served through our other cyber camps.
PC or laptop computer (no tablets or iPads)
Webcam helpful but not required
*Please check here https://www.openstego.com/ and https://www.virginiacyberrange.org/ to verify your device is compatible with the software that will be used during camps.
**Students will be required to sign up for a free Virginia Cyber Range account prior to camp. A Google, Microsoft, or Facebook account will be needed to authenticate the student account. Information on the sign-up process will be sent the week before each camp begins.
AGE: Rising 9th to 12th graders
*Camp runs Monday to Friday, Daily


Labours day marks the day of celebration in US. It is the day to recognize the achievements of the workers. In US, this is also a day to have fun and party along!
The first Labor Day was held in 1882. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor unions’ strengths of and contributions to the United States’ economy. Specially the ‘eight hour day’ movement.
In many other countries the Labour day is synonymous with ‘International Workers Day’, which occurs on May 1st every year. But in US, September’s first Monday is celebrated as the Labour’s day. The reason is, to add a holiday in the long gap between Independence Day and Thanksgiving.
This day is the result from the desire of the Central Labor Union to create a holiday for workers. Then it became a federal holiday in 1894. It was originally intended that the day would be filled with a street parade to allow the public to appreciate the work of the trade and labor organizations.
After the parade, a festival was to be held to amuse local workers and their families. In later years, prominent men and women held speeches. As it is a federal holiday, so it is also an occasion of parties and hangout with friends.
All Government offices, organizations, and many businesses will be closed on this day. Some public celebrations, such as fireworks displays, picnics, and barbecues, are organized. As it is the last chance for many people to take summer trips, there may be some congestion on highways and at airports. Public transit systems do not usually operate on their regular timetables.
So this year also US will celebrate the labour’s day with great enthusiasm and delight. Hats off to the workers who are part of the country-making process.


Pocket Chess Set
|Original version, 1943 (with wallet)|
1943, New York
Not unlike many of Duchamp's late Readymades, Pocket Chess Set was made in mass quantity right from the start. 150 sets of chessmen were made; 25 were assembled in pocket chessboards, not all including pins, and some were signed. This method of production suggests that Duchamp sought to have his own assembly line to manufacture goods just like a commercial factory.
|Original version, 1943 (without wallet)|
The chessmen were reproduced on celluloid after Duchamp's own designs. This presence of real creative art making is not very typical. Nonetheless, the squares of the chessboards are hand-painted.
The technology to make the chessboard magnetized (like many travel games made today) was unavailable in 1943; Duchamp used pins to hold the pieces in place. Duchamp explained the addition of such pins: "I have simply added to the normal pocket chessboard a pin (the head) to each square. It is inserted in the hole made in the celluloid of the chessman to hold it and prevent it from falling" (Schwarz 776).
It is important to note that, unlike most other Readymades, Pocket Chess Set is not displaced from its original context. In fact, it is entirely functional. If the viewer were allowed to use it, all the pieces are there. Ironically, however, this Readymade is literally a game. How far this allusion is meant to extend, no one really knows; the viewer may only imagine how far the associations and insinuations of playing this game may go.
1)1961-64, New York, Cadaques
Chessmen glued to metal bases, so as to adhere to a magnetic chessboard.
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Of all the virtues Christ commended in the Beatitudes, it is significant that the first is humility, being ‘poor in spirit’ (Matthew 5:3). The virtue of humility (the blessed gift of self-forgetfulness) underlies all the others:
- You cannot mourn (5:4) without appreciating how insufficient you are to handle life in your own strength. That is humility.
- You cannot be meek (5:5) unless you have needed gentleness yourself. Knowing that need is humility.
- You cannot hunger and thirst for righteousness (5:6) if you proudly think of yourself as already righteous. Longing to fill that spiritual appetite demands humility. Remember Jesus’ parable when the humbled tax collector prayed, ‘God, be merciful to me a sinner!’ He went away justified, unlike a proud Pharisee who boasted of his righteousness (Luke 18:13).
- You cannot be merciful (Matt. 5:7) without recognizing your own need for mercy. Jesus said that it’s the person who is forgiven much that loves much (Luke 7:47). To confess your sin and ask God and others for forgiveness takes humility.
- You cannot be pure in heart (Matt. 5:8) if your heart is filled with pride. God promises to exalt the humble not the proud (James 4:10).
- You cannot be a peacemaker (Matt. 5:9) if you believe that you are always right. To admit your own fallibility takes humility. Peace results when both warring parties move toward one other.
- Finally, identifying with Christ no matter the reaction of others (5:10-12) demands a certain death to yourself and a renunciation of your own rights. Standing firm under mistreatment demands Christlike humility.


When I think of a poet’s capacity to synthesize complex concepts into a single sentence or a few words, I am curious about where their insight comes from. When you dig into the poet’s background there is always a source of inspiration.
Theodore Roethke (1908-1963) was awarded the 1954 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry for The Waking. Twice, he was the recipient of the National Book Award for Poetry: 1959 for Words for the Wind and posthumously in 1965 for The Far Field.
Theodore Roethke grew up in Saginaw, Michigan. His Father and Uncle were market-gardeners, who owned a large 25 acre greenhouse. The use of natural images in Theodore Roethke’s poetry was inspired by the many years that he spent tending the plants. He affirmed the greenhouse “is my symbol for the whole of life, a womb, a heaven-on-earth.” His ability to convey profound emotions was rooted in the tragic deaths of those he loved. In 1923, when he was only 15, his father died from cancer and his uncle, from suicide.
“Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light.”


IRR vs Net Profit
Understanding the relationship of IRR vs Net Profit is important when analysing the results of a financial model. Although both have their merits it can be confusing which one is correct.
Net Profit is typically just measuring the total amount that revenue exceeds costs and doesn’t take time into account. At a simplistic level you can take a 10 year project and calculate its net profit in this way by adding all the revenue and costs over the 10 years.
The Internal Rate of Return is measuring the returns but taking the timing of the cash flows into account. In this sense it is more accurate in that it takes both the absolute number and the time to receive it.
So as an extreme example which is the better project?
- You invest R1 000 000 and 100 years later you receive R100 000 000 or
- you invest R1 000 000 and 2 years later you receive R2 000 000.
From a Net Profit point of view option 1 is the clear winner with a R99 million net profit verses R1 million for option 2.
However, the one project gives you a return in 2 years and the other takes 100 years. In IRR terms option 1 would generate a 5% IRR and option 2 would generate a 41% IRR.
Although there are some shortcomings with using IRR it is a very good measure to take the time value of money into account and to compare projects of differing lengths against each other.
Come learn more on our Financial Modelling courses


The work of the Victorian church architect and designer of stained glass Frederick Preedy (1820–98) has been celebrated by the launch of a ‘Preedy Trail’ covering ten Worcestershire churches. [Fig. 1] Free copies of the attractively produced leaflet, which includes a brief description of the artist’s life and a map of places to visit, are available from participating churches and the Almonry Museum and Heritage Centre, Abbey Gate, Evesham. [Fig. 2]
The initiative was the brainchild of local historians John Grove and Zsuzsanna Dosa, and is supported by Evesham town council and the Evesham Market Town Partnership. The launch was held at the church of All Saints in Evesham, which has a rich collection of nineteenth-century stained glass, including work by Preedy; Capronnier; Heaton, Butler & Bayne; Henry Holiday (for Powell & Sons); and Shrigley & Hunt. Speakers included Cllr James Bulman (the Mayor of Evesham), the Revd Richard Court (Rural Dean of Evesham), and David Hawkins (chair of the House of Laity in the Worcester diocese).
Frederick Preedy is credited with about 400 windows in over 200 churches stretching from North Yorkshire to Devon. His first was at Church Lench in Worcestershire.
Michael Kerney, The Stained Glass of Frederick Preedy (1820-1898), London: Ecclesiological Society, 2001, ISBN: 1 902653386


The Department of Energy is predicting lower heating costs this winter. Some homes could see a nearly 40 percent drop in their heating bill. There are a couple forces behind this, and the federal Energy Information Administration has a wealth of data. Here's what you need to know, boiled down to three charts.
The Polar Vortex took our natural gas
Natural gas is used to heat 57 percent of homes. Prices are on the rise after last winter's bitter temperatures depleted supply. Even if this winter is 10 percent warmer than expected, the EIA projects supply still won't have recovered to prior levels in 2015.
This winter will be much warmer
Last winter hiked up natural gas prices, and electricity followed, but the EIA is predicting demand will fall faster, especially when compared to last year's bitter polar vortex conditions. Heating days — a national measure of demand, waited by population — are expected to fall sharply for winter 2014-2015, following a decades-long trend.
That means lower bills for (almost) everyone
Even if this winter is 10 percent colder than predicted, the EIA says propane and heating oil users will see drops in their bills. As it's forecast now, demand will outpace higher prices and mean discounts across the board.
Of course, needs vary across the country, the energy department has an interactive tool that lets you explore spending state-by-state.


ADHD kids learn when they squirm
Contrary to conventional wisdom, new research suggests that children with ADHD learn better when they’re able to fidget and squirm while they study. That runs counter to the typical response to ADHD behavior in classrooms, which is to try to control hyperactivity.
Researchers at the University of Central Florida drew this conclusion after conducting a study of 52 boys, ages 8 to 12. Twenty-nine of the children had been diagnosed with ADHD and the other 23 had no clinical disorders and showed normal development. Each child was asked to perform a series of standardized tasks designed to gauge working memory, which is the system for temporarily storing and managing information required to carry out complex cognitive tasks.
The researchers found that the majority of kids with ADHD who moved the most performed better on the tests. At the same time, kids without ADHD who squirmed during the test actually performed worse.
Rather than try to subdue the hyperactive tendencies of kids with ADHD, the researchers suggested that most students with ADHD could perform better on classroom work, tests and homework if they’re sitting on activity balls or exercise bikes.


An outline is a detailed plan or framework that serves as a guide for organizing ideas or creating a structured document. It is often used in academic writing to help organize thoughts and ideas, as well as in business to plan and organize projects. There are several words that can be used in place of "outline" to describe this concept, including:
Blueprint: A blueprint is a detailed plan or diagram that shows the structure or design of something. It is often used in construction or engineering to plan the layout and structure of a building or other structure.
Schematic: A schematic is a simplified representation of a system or process that shows how the parts of the system relate to each other. It is often used in technical fields to explain how a system or device works.
Sketch: A sketch is a rough or unfinished drawing that is used to capture the main features or details of an object or scene. It is often used in art or design as a way to explore ideas or create a rough draft of a final product.
Summary: A summary is a brief overview or condensation of a longer work or document. It is often used to summarize the main points or ideas of a text in a concise and concise manner.
Plan: A plan is a detailed proposal or strategy for achieving a specific goal or objective. It is often used in business or project management to outline the steps or actions needed to achieve a desired result.
In conclusion, there are several words that can be used in place of "outline" to describe a detailed plan or framework for organizing ideas or creating a structured document. These words include blueprint, schematic, sketch, summary, and plan.


Climate Change in the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence Region
The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence region is experiencing increased patterns of extreme weather events (flooding, high water levels, tornadoes, severe winter temperatures) characteristic of climate change. Click the links below for details on how global warming is affecting the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence region.
- Global Warming in the Great Lakes: National Wildlife Federation
- Report – Confronting Climate Change in the Great Lakes Region: Impacts on our Communities and Ecosystems (2003)
Global and National Climate Change Protocols
Pope Francis' Encyclical on Climate Change: “On Care for Our Common Home”


Intel demonstration silicon's successor--gallium arsenide on silicon compound semiconductor--but the technology still faces scaling hurdles. Look for Intel to start producing GaAs on Si chips by 2015. R.C.J.
Intel Labs says it has successfully fabricated an indium-gallium-arsenide field-effect transistor (FET) atop a silicon substrate by integrating a high-k gate stack. As in Intel's advanced silicon transistors, the high-k dielectric allowed the necessary thinning of the gate oxide without increasing gate leakage. The resultant compound semiconductor quantum-well FET demonstrated the high carrier velocity and high drive current that make InGaAs-on-Si attractive, but it must be scaled down in size before the technology can be commercialized.
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Funk or funky music is an important style which derives from blues, rock and jazz. Many famous artist has recorded funk tracks: just think about Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. Madonna and Robin Williams often record funky-dance songs. Miles Davis was one of the best funky artist: he mixed funk with jazz. Playing funk riffs, rhythms or funky solos at piano is very fun.
In this page, I propose some riffs or schemes to start playing this style.
Funk examples on the piano : bass line with left hand
Let us examine the first two examples:
- In the first bar the notes played on C7 or C Min7 are the fundamental, the seventh minor (pay attention to the error of the picture: I forgot to indicate Bb for the fourth note and the fifth.
- In the second example of the second bar, the notes are on a Dm7 chord and have these features: there are the fourth (G) and a triplet on the last quarter.
As you play these patterns with left hand, try to give them swing or groove stressing the upbeats as indicated.
Other example of a funk bass on the piano
This is another example in which the fifth and the seventh of the chord dominate. It is a Dm7 or D7 chord.
Remember that funky-bass and also the blues generally move by the fundamental, fifth and seventh of a chord. Sometimes the fourth and the third appear in some riffs. However, the choice of notes to be used in your music is up to you. Once you have understood the schemes of these styles, funky included, I suggest you to write them on a notebook to build a collection of your favorite bass riffs. In any case, you have to practice above all to obtain the ability to create, playing in real time.


Arthur’s Seat, an ancient volcano, is the main peak of a group of hills in Edinburgh sitting 823 feet (251 metres) above sea level. This plan was engraved at The Ordnance Survey Map Office, Southampton, in 1856 and depicts the hills surrounded by the city. A climb to the top rewards walkers with excellent panoramic views of Edinburgh and beyond. One popular path is known as the Radical Road after it was paved in the aftermath of the Radical Rising of 1820, using the labour of unemployed weavers from the west of Scotland to provide work relief.
Credit: Crown copyright, NRS RHP6500/18 (Link to the Online Catalogue entry)


About the Nurse Midwife Major
Theologian Albert Schweitzer once said, "The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others." This statement forms the core of the career of a nurse midwife.
A nurse midwife is an advanced practice registered nurse who helps to provide primary care to women during their reproductive life. They are compassionate and have a strong desire to help. Some of the care a nurse midwife provides includes gynecological exams, prenatal care, and family planning services. They may also be present during labor and delivery and provide care for newborns.
Nurse midwife programs take place at the graduate level. Before entering a graduate program, students can choose to pursue a bachelor's degree in a related healthcare major, such as nursing. Alternatively, some schools may offer bridge or accelerated programs specifically for nurse midwifery that begin at the associate's or bachelor's degree level. Most nurse midwife programs require applicants to have undergraduate work in statistics, biology, microbiology, chemistry, human anatomy and physiology, and algebra.
Nurse midwife majors can anticipate a blend of traditional classroom instruction, simulated events, and hands-on, clinical practice. You can expect to practice in hospitals, birth centers, health clinics, or colleges and universities, or to assist with home births. Your science background will come in handy as you study pharmacology, pathophysiology, neonatology, clinical epidemiology, and a host of other challenging subjects.
Your college may require you to join the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), an organization that provides scholarships, continuing education courses, and other resources for midwife professionals. Once you graduate, you will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam of the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB). You may also need to pursue licensing in the state you wish to practice.


Los desafíos de la familia en la era digital
One of the great educational challenges facing the family at the head of the parents is to train their children to make safe, responsible and constructive use of the new information and communication technologies. However, it is a pending task. Why? A concept has been progressively rooted for a long time: the technology chip. This consists of believing that children and adolescents manipulate technological devices easier than us thanks to a special, superior and different DNA load. And we really believe it! We have come to believe that children and adolescents, by the simple fact of being them, have a kind of digital “competition”, a kind of predisposition for the most efficient use of technology. However, that is not so true.
Author: Díaz Bohorquez Juan Camilo


A new report from the University of British Columbia shows that transportation and health are closely linked and recommends that health outcome be considered in transportation planning.
The report, funded by TransLink and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority as part of updates to Transport 2040, the regional transportation strategy, presents a range of opportunities for Translink to incorporate health into its planning.
“This report documents how prioritizing transit, bike and pedestrian infrastructure will positively impact health,” says the study’s lead author Lawrence Frank, Professor and Director of the Health and Community Design Lab, part of UBC’s School of Population and Public Health. “It looks at encouraging active transportation, such as walking, cycling and transit, and reducing air pollution and traffic collision risk.”
Previous research by Frank has shown that every hour a person spends in a car each day makes them six per cent more likely to be obese, while each additional kilometre a person walks makes them five per cent less likely to be obese.
Sedentary lifestyle is a major cause of many chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and some cancers. Many chronic diseases are preventable and active transportation and other sustainable transportation choices offer the possibility of prevention and even treatment through increased physical activity. The costs of these diseases are projected to increse by more than $1.5 billion in B.C. over the next 2 to 3 years.
“TransLink’s consideration of the health impacts of transportation systems could help offset the rising costs of health care in the Vancouver area and promote an active lifestyle that will benefit all Canadians,” Frank adds.
The full report is available at here.


Designed for families with children ages four through ten, this Bible story book takes a panoramic, chronological look at the character of God.
"Do as David did. Don't do as Saul did. Follow this Old Testament person, but not that New Testament person." That's what you may find in many Bible story books. In Mighty Acts of God Starr Meade takes a new approach to teaching the Bible to elementary school aged children: she focuses not on characters in Scripture, but on God. Each of the ninety Bible stories included focus on a particular character trait or truth about God, emphasizing that God is the main character in every Bible story.
Each story in Mighty Acts of God is retold in lively, modern-day language from a Reformed perspective, and is followed by an application section with several discussion-sparking questions and prayer points. By moving chronologically through both the Old and New Testaments, parents and children glimpse the person of God as one of consistency, vibrancy, passion, and love.


the HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is extensible by adding new headers, but there is :
the Protocol Extension Protocol (PEP) adds two new headers to HTTP to support any extension:
this allows the client and the server to negotiate the protocol to be used for further communication. protocols may have parameters and may by named via URNs (Unified Resource Name). multiple protocols may be used at the same time.
PEP shall be part of the next version of HTTP. PICS (see below) includes simple PEP headers. currently, the W3C security activities focus on PEP.
the Platform for Internet Content Selection (PICS) addresses an extremely
important, non-technical issue: the problem of how to protect people - for
example minors - from information that may not be appropriate to them. one
approach to this problem is censorship. another would be a kind of a rating
system as it is well known for movies (e.g. X rating). to enable an user to
configure a browser so that it will not display a particular kind of
information, documents have to be marked (or labelled) somehow. labels might be
applied either by the author, by an independent 3rd party organization or even
by the government.
labels might be distributed with the document, on-line during data transfer or by a distributed list (e.g. on CDrom).
the label shall describe the contents without any rating like "good" or "bad". it shall be up to the user to decide what she or he likes and what not !
it is important to involve the government and the industry immediately. a labeling system should be set up as soon as possible.
according the questions and comments from the audience, this is obviously a very important topic and that there is a real need for a solution to this problem soon.
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Alexander Pope (1688-1744) is regarded as the most important poet of the early eighteenth century. An invalid from infancy, Pope devoted his energies towards literature and achieved remarkable success with his first published work at the age of 21. A succession of brilliant poems followed, including An Essay on Criticism (1711), Windsor Forest (1713), and his masterpiece The Rape of the Lock (1712). A second period of great poetry was begun in 1728 with the appearance of the first Dunciad. All these works, which exhibit Pope's astonishing human insight, his wide sympathies, and powers of social observation (displayed to greatest effect in his talent for satire), feature in this selection. In his introduction - an eloquent defence of Pope's poetic practice - Pat Rogers argues that we must abandon our Romantic conception of poetry as a record of fleeting and subjective states if we are to understand Pope fully. Instead, we must see him as an accomplished practitioner of the poetry of ideas and of satirical reflection on human society. This collection is chosen from the Oxford Authors critical edition of Pope's major works.


|Video - The
Nazis a warning from history. Episode 1 - 'Helped into Power'.
A useful recap on the Nazis in the
1920s and the background of various Nazi leaders. The episode
focuses on the origins of Nazi ideology and anti-Semitism and the
conditions which allowed Hitler come to power. It is particularly
good on the crises of 1932-3 on how people believed Hitler could be
||Check out the BBC
website that accompanies the series. It includes the
complete text of the book of the series and many useful links.
|Grey and Little will give you a good
summary of the steps that enabled Hitler to become a dictator. But
this is such an important part of the course I prefer you to use the
more detailed approach of Josh Brooman.
There are four section and four assignments in Brooman's book
which you need to read and complete:
(i) The Nazi seizure of power -
Q's 1-5 p.61
(ii) Bringing Germany into line - Q's 1-3 p.65
(iii) Night of the Long Knives - Q's 1-3 p.67
(iv) Hitler the Führer
- Q's 1-2 p.70.
|Brooman Germany 1918-45 Unit 5
'Democracy destroyed: Hitler becomes a dictator, 1933-4'.
||Watch this excellent
of Hitler's actions at the time of the Reichstag Fire and the
debate that accompanied the passing of the Enabling Law.
Try an excellent Flash
activity from Mr Field
|Having examined the detail, next you need
to create a summary of all the essential events between January 1933
and August 1934. This is best done through a timeline of events
which can then be learned for a factual test. You can produce this
in any format you wish but it is important that you print out a hard
copy for your file.
||Mason Summary Book (164) also
identifies four 'steps' from Chancellor, through Eliminating National
Opponents, Eliminating Nazi Opponents to Führer. The textbooks by
Grey and Little and Josh Brooman will provide you with the essential
Check your knowledge by printing out and filling in this revision
|Revision for End of Unit Test.


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In September 1945, President Truman authorised a program named Operation Paperclip. This required the German rocket technologist Wernher von Braun and about seven hundred German rocket engineers and technicians to travel to the US in order to assist towards the Space Race. Consequently, the operation was top secret.
As a result of being soon after the Second World War, many of the German workers were former members, and some were former leaders, of the Nazi Party.
Thus, a team of mostly German rocket scientists developed the Saturn family of American rockets to launch heavy payloads to Earth orbit and beyond. This type of rocket is known as a super heavy-lift launch vehicle whereby it can lift more than 50 tonnes.
The Saturn V was in use between 1967 and 1973 and was the largest production model of the Saturn family. In fact, it was the most powerful rocket that had ever flown successfully. It was used in the Apollo program in the 1960s and 1970s and was also used to launch the Skylab space station in 1973 – the first American space station.
In total, the Kennedy Space Center launched the Saturn V 13 times with no loss of crew or payload. One launch would cost $185 million in 1969–1971 dollars – the equivalent of $1.23 billion in 2019 value. In total, the Research and Development and flights of the Saturn V cost $6.417 billion (equivalent to $35 billion in 2019).
To date, the Saturn V remains the only launch vehicle to carry humans beyond low Earth orbit.


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Mathematics is the study of systems of logic and relationships. The specific systems of logic studied by each student at Saint Francis High School are Algebra and Geometry. Upon building this strong logical foundation, students choose to pursue a further understanding of abstract math through a Precalculus and Calculus pathway, or a more applied approach to mathematics through Statistics. The study of mathematics can benefit every student at St. Francis. One benefit that is easily demonstrated and evaluated is the increase in the student’s repertoire of computational skills and problem-solving abilities. Another benefit, equally important but less easily measured, is the realization on the part of the student that the problem-solving skills developed in the math class are applicable to other disciplines.
The Math department strives to promote a curriculum and classroom environment that maximizes the development of each student’s mathematical abilities and enhance her appreciation of the value of a study of mathematics.


Dame Talkative’s Old Sayings, for the amusement of young people; 1824?; E. Wallis, London.
A book of wonderfully illustrated rhymes which, although they appear to be for children, often veer into the world of more adult themes.
As well as a few thefts, at one point a boy threatens to beat a snail “as black as a coal”, a lady-bird’s children are said to be possibly dying in a house-fire, and Margery Daw is called a “nasty slut”.
The book seems to have been first published in 1818, with this being a later edition (a pencilled note on the inside pages indicating a date of 1824).
[Source] Housed at: Internet Archive | From: California Digital Library
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Off-reserve Indigenous youth account for a disproportionate amount of homeless youth in Canada. Throughout the pandemic, all of the challenges related to accessing social determinants of health are amplified.
There is a lack of programming for the homeless population, and in some regions, there is no
access to shelter or services for Indigenous males, versus specific initiatives geared towards Indigenous women.
The homeless youth population is also more vulnerable to COVID-19 and its related impacts, as the focus on survival and basic needs like food and shelter often outweigh things like sanitation or distancing. Some youth are also avoiding housing-related services as there is fear that there may be an increased risk of exposure to COVID-19.
There are examples of previous stop-gap measures to support off-reserve homelessness. In the past, shelters for men in Prince Edward Island were partially funded by the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation (CMHC). This ended in 2006 when funding shifted to on-reserve Indigenous needs. Many of the existing housing supports for off-reserve Indigenous peoples cater solely to women and not to men.
It’s also important to consider several factors around Indigenous youth homelessness:
Homelessness is a barrier to access programs and services. Without adequate housing, youth are less likely to access services such as mental health supports or health care.
Winter makes homelessness more problematic for people.
There is racism in the shelter system and this creates a disconnect.
Barriers to Social Determinants of health are amplified during COVID-19. This should draw attention to the rights of off-reserve Indigenous people, particularly as rights pertain to health issues, including adequate housing.
Homelessness is more visible now: staying with friends, couch surfing, etc, not allowed during the pandemic.
Child welfare has also been impacted through restricted access of families to children as a result of COVID-19.


This tetrapak crafts workshop is a lively and interactive discussion looking at the planet's resources, how we use them, how we can re-use them and what happens to the materials we recycle. We also look at the energy that can be lost through recycling and which materials can be recycled most effectively.
The workshop encourages participants to think about the resources they use, what happens to them when they don't need them any more and why that's important.
Following the discussion there will be a demonstration of how to make a wallet or purse from a Tetra Pak (juice carton). Each participant will then have the opportunity to make their own wallet or purse. All materials are provided.
If you are interested in arranging an Eco Education Day then please contact us.


Wilfred owen dulce et decorum est meaning
Wilfred Owen Quotes (Author of The Collected Poems of Wilfred Owen)
Analysis of Poem "Dulce Et Decorum Est" by Wilfred Owen
Bent double, like old beggars under sacks, Knock-kneed, coughing like hags, we cursed through sludge, Till on the haunting flares we turned our backs, And towards our distant rest began to trudge. Men marched asleep. Many had lost their boots, But limped on, blood-shod. All went lame; all blind; Drunk with fatigue; deaf even to the hoots Of gas-shells dropping softly behind. Quick, boys! The first two stanzas, comprising eight lines and six lines respectively, form a traditional line sonnet, with an octave eight-line section and sestet six-line section.
Created in partnership by the Poetry Foundation and Manual Cinema, this animated short brings three war poems to life with innovative puppetry and animation work. Wilfred Owen, who wrote some of the best British poetry on World War I, composed nearly all of his poems in slightly over a year, from August to September In November he was killed in action at the age of 25, one Prose Home Harriet Blog. Visit Home Events Exhibitions Library. Newsletter Subscribe Give. Poetry Foundation.
by Wilfred Owen
Andrew has a keen interest in all aspects of poetry and writes extensively on the subject. His poems are published online and in print. - Like most of Owen's work, it was written between August and September , while he was fighting in World War 1.
The boys are bent over like old beggars carrying sacks, and they curse and cough through the mud until the "haunting flares" tell them it is time to head toward their rest. As they march some men are asleep, others limp with bloody feet as they'd lost their boots. All are lame and blind, extremely tired and deaf to the shells falling behind them. Suddenly there is gas, and the speaker calls, "Quick, boys! One soldier is still yelling and stumbling about as if he is on fire.


Why is it important for a person to be aware of portion sizes?
Portion size is anything but obvious. Research repeatedly confirms that larger food servings not only provide more calories but also have two other effects. They encourage people to eat more and to underestimate how much they are eating.
A standard serve is about 75g (100–350kJ) or: ½ cup cooked green or orange vegetables (for example, broccoli, spinach, carrots or pumpkin) ½ cup cooked dried or canned beans, peas or lentils (preferably with no added salt) 1 cup green leafy or raw salad vegetables
You can always ask in class for advice. We are here to help.


FORCE SYSTEMS AND ANALYSIS
INTRODUCTION TO FORCE SYSTEMS
Force system means a group or system of forces acting upon a body. It may be 2-dimensional or 3-dimensional system. Since, the force system is made up of forces, we would know, what the force is ? The force is a vector quantity, since its effect depends on the direction as well as on the magnitude of the action of the force causes external and internal effects. The external forces may be the applied forces as well as the reactive forces. The mechanics of rigid bodies is concerned with external forces only. The effects of internal forces are studied in strength of materials. To understand the behavior of external forces, one should know the principle of transmissibility. This principle states that a force may be applied at any point on its given line of action without altering the resultant effects. The force thus may be treated as sliding vector. The law of triangle and law of parallelogram are used to obtain the resultant of forces.


Attending residential school was mandatory for all Aboriginal children 16 and under in Canada from 1876 to 1947. The schools were set up as a part of the Federal Government’s policy to remove the influence of Parents, Culture and to forcible enfranchise aboriginal children to a European way of life.
The exhibition introduces visitors to residential schools but it does not tell the whole story. It is a starting for the students that attended the schools to tell their story. The exhibition promotes public awareness understanding and education of the history and legacy of residential schools. It encourages everybody to contribute to healing with Aboriginal, Inuit and Metis families. It consists of archival photographs, maps, text panels and official government documents of the time.
The Aboriginal Healing Foundation (now closed) approached Jeff Thomas to curate “Where are the Children?” He is of the 6 Nations Reserve, he lives in Ottawa. He considers himself an Urban-Iroquois who wants to dismantle long entrenched stereotypes and inappropriate caricatures of First Nations People.
An addition to the Where are the Children? Exhibition is found on the same level. This reflects the history of the Squamish and Lil’wat Nations members who were taken to residential schools. You can learn the impact residential school has on our lives but it focuses on how we are healing from this. Curated by Alison Pascal of the Lil’wat Nation this portion of the exhibition showcases items by or items made by residential school students.
We invite you to join us to learn about how residential school affects all Canadians and to join us in restoring balance and forging a new relationship between Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal People.
Jeff Thomas & Mix̲alhítsa7-Alison Pascal
Legacy of Hope, Elders Groups from North Vancouver, Squamish Valley, Lil’wat Nation
Province of British Columbia
February 2016-October 2016


Obstructive Lung Disease and Death
A long-term study shows people with chronic lung disease are at a higher risk for early death.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is an umbrella term used to describe airflow obstruction that is associated mainly with emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Experts from the American Lung Association say the exact prevalence of COPD is not well defined, but it affects tens of millions of Americans and is a serious health problem in the United Sates. Experts also say the extent to which obstructive and restrictive lung disease kills may be underreported.
Long-term smoking is the most frequent cause of COPD. It accounts for 80 percent to 90 percent of all cases. A smoker is 10-times more likely than a non-smoker to die of COPD. Some symptoms of COPD include chronic cough, chest tightness, shortness of breath, an increased effort to breathe, increased mucous production, and frequent clearing of the throat. In a new study, researchers found people with severe or moderate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or restrictive lung disease were more likely to die early than those without lung disease. Smoking tobacco is the primary cause of emphysema and COPD, but other factors, including asthma, genetics, and occupational exposure to dust and irritants are also important.
Researchers also found the disease is often not listed as the primary cause of death even among people who had severe COPD. Of the 66 people in the study who died with severe COPD, only 23 percent had it listed on the death certificate as the primary cause of death. Among people with moderate COPD, only 4.4 percent had it listed as the primary cause of death.
“COPD is definitely a killer, but this study shows that we may be underestimating its truly negative impact,” says Udaya B.S. Prakash, M.D., president of the American College of Chest Physicians. He continues, “Accurate data on how many Americans die of this disease is crucial to educating the public of the dangers of tobacco use.”


SATA connections: What do the different colours mean?
What exactly is the point of all the different colours of the SATA ports of a PC motherboard? Here’s some practical advice to help you work it out.
The different colours of the SATA ports mean
On most modern motherboards there are, depending on the manufacturer, up to three different coloured SATA ports (blue, red, and black). The meaning of the colors:
- Blue: The blue SATA connectors carry the fastest transmission rate of 6 Gbit/s. If possible, you should connect the most modern hard drive to the blue SATA port. Of course, being SATA they are also backward compatible. You can connect slower hard drives to blue, but with no speed advantage.
- Red and the Black: The technical specification of The red and black SATA connectors can vary depending on the manufacturer. If you can locate the original motherboard manual either at home or online, this would help. As a general rule: Connect the newest hard disk always to the blue port. Older boards plug in to a non-blue port with the lowest Port number. Red and black (if present with blue) will likely be slower ports, but could be RAID configurable (if a pair exists) or have additional manufacturer specifications.
- Generally speaking, two same-colored terminals mean that drives can be operated in RAID: In RAID, you can connect two hard drives together, which increases Read and write speed as well as reliability.


As a pedestrian who has been hurt in an auto accident or someone who knows someone who was harmed in one, you know how serious a collision can be. Pedestrians have little in the way of protection against injuries if they’re hit, yet drivers aren’t always safe around them.
Pedestrian fatalities are higher at night, but they still happen during the day, too. Why? What makes pedestrians so hard to see and so prone to getting hit by cars?
Peripheral vision plays a role in crashes
One thing to keep in mind is that peripheral vision plays a role in many pedestrian collisions. Most pedestrians are entering the roadway from the side of the road. That means that a driver isn’t seeing them directly in front of them.
The pedestrians enter the roadway, and it takes time before the driver picks up on them in their peripheral vision. Then, as they enter the driver’s main line of vision, they become much more apparent.
This is why it’s so important for pedestrians not to step out into traffic unless the drivers have plenty of time to see them up ahead. When a driver doesn’t have enough time to register someone walking across the road, they are much more likely to cause a crash.
Pedestrians are harder to see at night
Pedestrians are difficult to see at night, too. With peripheral vision issues already at play, you also have to consider how the dimmer lighting impacts safety. Night myopia, which is when the eyes focus nearer to the vehicle and blur out objects in the distance, could play a role in nighttime crashes.
Humans generally have worse vision at night, so recognizing pedestrians takes longer. Brighter objects can be scanned more easily by the eye. That’s why reflective coats, lighter colored clothing and flashlights all help pedestrians get recognized sooner.
These are a few factors to consider if you are walking or driving at night. Those who are involved in crashes may have a right to seek compensation from the at-fault party for the pain and suffering they’re going through as a result of a crash.


For the first time in four years, the Northern Plains will not experience major to record spring snowmelt flooding. Of course the reason being is that there was very little snowpack in that part of the country throughout the winter. Most of the major winter storms either missed that area, or it was warm enough that the snow melted off and on over the winter months. The record warmth in March took care of the rest of any remaining snow pack in the Upper Midwest as well. This is certainly great news for residents in Fargo and Grand Forks along the Red River as well as folks along the Mississippi River.
There is also a lower than normal risk of spring flooding in the southwest quadrant of the county as well as an area from Florida to parts of Virginia. Only a few spots in Louisiana, Mississippi, Kentucky, and southern Indiana, and southeast Illinois have an above normal chance of spring floods according to NOAA.
The bad side of lower than normal spring flood risk in the Northern Plains and Midwest is the fact that this usually means the ground will dry out sooner than normal. Thus there is a somewhat increased chance of growing season drought, unless frequent rains start to show up.
You can read NOAA’s full spring hydrologic assessment at this link. http://www.nws.noaa.gov/hic/nho/