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According to Reuters, the minister did not cite the reason why coal production specifically was set to double, but did outline expected levels of 145 million tonnes by 2019. He said gold output by that time could rise to 80t. The swelling interest in investments is due an improved business climate as well as a US-backed military offensive against leftist guerrillas, the news service noted, that has resulted in enhanced security in the region. "The goal we have for expansion of coal production is to pass from 72 million tonnes this year to a figure of around 144 to 145 million tonnes in 2019," Rodado said. Colombia ranks fifth in the world for coal export. The new service noted that experts projected last month that the country’s coal exports could hit 119Mt by 2021, up from its projection of 76.9Mt in 2010, citing central bank and finance ministry estimates. Earlier this month, Colombian officials said metallurgical and thermal exports rose 12.5% in the first half of the year compared to 2009. Much of the thermal product went to Asia, specifically China, due to a drop in European demand. According to the 2010 BP Statistical Energy Survey, Colombia had coal production of 72.1Mt in 2009, 1.37% of the world total. Its reserves make up just 0.82% of the world total, but are the second largest reserves in South America behind Brazil.
Metro Station Jigsaw Puzzle \| Fun & Learning Games for kids - Dimensions: 11×11” - Material: Cardboard - No. of Pieces: 36 - Made with high-quality materials - Suitable for people of all ages - Relieves stress and improves mental well-being - Makes for a perfect gift for friends and family who love jigsaw puzzles Piece together this vibrant and detailed Metro Station Jigsaw Puzzle. With 36 pieces, this puzzle is perfect for both beginners and puzzle enthusiasts alike. The puzzle is made from high-quality cardboard and non-toxic ink to ensure the safety of users. Once completed, the puzzle measures 8.5 x 11 inches, making it a great size for framing or displaying on a desk or table. This puzzle is recommended for ages 5 and above and is a great way to exercise the mind while having fun. The 36 piece jigsaw puzzle set consists of the various themes like monuments in India and around the world, Types of Houses, Map of India, Festivals, Home & Around. These puzzles come with a fact card that tells them more about the particular puzzle, enhancing their general knowledge. The puzzles also work on the children’s fine motor skills and critical thinking. Follow us on staging.mittimate.com for some brain-teaser games and Do-it-Yourself toys! \|Dimensions\|\|28 × 28 cm\|
When planning the school management framework, other than having the school management, school development and student development departments to take care of all aspects of the school affairs, we have also set up a Quality Assurance department to monitor the performance of various departments and provide information for reflection. More importantly we want to ensure that the school’s learning and teaching activities are in line with the school’s philosophy. The school also organizes various training for all sectors of administrative staff, so that the management philosophy and practice can be passed on so as to ensure the school’s sustainable development. A team of dedicated and innovative executives is required to execute the school’s vision and mission. Apart from selecting talented executives through an open, fair and just selection system, we value the development of innovative management thinking of our administrative staff. We organize a number of joint-school administrative training every year, and we gather senior school administrators every week for a joint-school advisory meeting to discuss institutional and school developments. We have also sent administrators overseas to gather the latest information on education and management, in order to lead the school’s development and to strengthen the innovation and execution of the executive team, so as to plan the appropriate educational experiences for the students’ future. Our school encourages teachers to practise lifelong learning, to broaden their horizons and to improve the school learning and teaching development with the latest trends and ideas. We have systematically established the teacher’s training structure and objectives at school-based, joint-schools, local and even overseas level. The school establishes various training networks to support teachers’ innovative teaching mindset. Apart from the teacher development days and education value-added series, we also encourage teachers to participate in off-campus training courses. In recent years, we have created more opportunities for teachers to share and exchange with other schools, to meet different teachers from different schools to enhance knowledge exchange. We also arrange overseas exchange programmes for teachers and administrative staff on a regular basis to acquire the latest foreign teaching and learning information, to create a “learning school” atmosphere and promote innovative school learning and teaching. Together with the various caring measures and plans for our school staff, teachers and non-teaching staff are empowered to fully actualize their capabilities, so as to ensure each of our school staff will be “Able to Leave, Happy to Stay”. Students’ learning process should include interactive, collaborative and innovative elements to cultivate their innovative thinking. The school encourages innovative “self-directed learning” pedagogy and promotes the Flipped Classroom. With the innovative teaching equipment and interactive platform (Power Flip), teachers can create short films on their teaching materials, so that students can preview them before class at home. This helps to enrich the classroom interaction, discussion and reflection, and transform the class learning into student-oriented, thereby enhancing students’ communication, collaboration and critical thinking skills as well as the spirit of self-learning. The school is earnest in developing STEM education, to cultivate students’ creative thinking and potential. We will enhance students’ ability to integrate and apply knowledge and skills in different disciplines through different learning strategies, including systematically integrating curricula in Maths, Science, Technology and Mathematics Education Learning areas. We teach students to create Apps, 3D Printing and digital games, and provide them with more than 400 online learning platforms and various school-based digital games as well as other learning resources. We are emphatic that students” learning process should be life-like, socialized and thought provoking. We also encourage students to participate in different types of activities such as the inter-school debate competitions, STEM Fair exhibitions, project-based learning activities and Hong Kong / international competitions. Students will apply their knowledge into practices, and thus train up their high-level thinking, critical thinking and innovative thinking. In order to cater different innovative courses, the school must constantly optimize the campus environment and facilities. We actively cooperate with different companies, such as HP, Microsoft, Google, etc., to create the above mentioned multiple science and technology classrooms, so that the creativity of students can be fully developed through the most advanced and comprehensive equipment.
We support the major standards for polyphonic music including: - MIDI - byte stream containing synthesizer commands such as NoteOn, PitchBend, etc. - General MIDI (GM) - defines library of 175 available instruments and response to common MIDI commands. - Scalable Polyphonic MIDI (SP-MIDI) - defines requirements for mobile devices and allows composer to control the allocation and assignment of voices to instruments. - Standard MIDI File (SMF) - formatted ".mid" file containing MIDI commands, tempo changes, composer's name, lyrics, etc. Formats 0 and 1 supported. - Mobile XMF (MXMF) - wrapper for an SMF file and a Downloadable Sound (DLS) instrument library containing custom sounds. - ANSI 'C' - portable source code.
2019 is coming to an end, and the price of fish maw white marble is still high. My heart is so painful that I can't love it, and I feel sad when I think about it...I am so hard! "—a sentence I heard by accident, it is both true and helpless to think about it. Fish maw white marble was born in Italy. It is a kind of white marble loved by designers and owners. It is widely used in various high-end places, and because of its The price is expensive, which makes many people daunted, so many people wonder whether they can find other similar stones to replace Yubai? Is there such a stone that can be used as a beauty with it, and the price is reasonable? The original meaning of Yubai means The sky in the east at dawn is white and blue like the color of a fish belly. Later, because of an "accident", it became popular in the whole building material circle like a trend. Like the sky blue after the misty rain, it was originally a famous Ru kiln. In the popular "Blue and White Porcelain", "the blue color is waiting for misty rain, and I am waiting for you", has become a unique label of blue and white porcelain. Today, fish belly white, a high-end marble, is also deeply rooted in the hearts of the people because of its high price and popularity. Because of its popularity, there are many imitation fish maw white marble products on the market, such as fish maw white artificial stone, fish maw white tiles, fish maw white rock slabs, etc. I want to use these to replace its decorative effect. It can only be unsatisfactory. Because it is not pure natural, it is often scruples when purchasing. Obviously, the white fish belly cannot be copied, but in Hezhou, the capital of heavy calcium in China, there is a high-quality and cheap white marble, Foshan white, which may satisfy your yearning for the sky at dawn. Foshan white marble is the same as fish belly white marble It is pure natural and radiation-free, and its whiteness is greater than 95 degrees, with high whiteness and purity! The temperament of the decoration is also warm and moist as jade. Because of its high cost performance, it is also the first choice for many high-end projects. The Foshan white marble produced by Foshan MoCo Marble Tiles Development Co., Ltd. is rich in varieties, including gray grain on white background, yellow grain on white ground, wood grain on white ground, etc.
Great Marketing Requires Discipline (and Discrimination). What are you doing? Why are you here? Didn’t my headline ask you to ignore whatever message I have to share? You just couldn’t help yourself, could you? Of course not. Because that’s not how we’re wired. Most human beings are at least mildly curious and moderately social. Tell us not to go there, and we can’t resist taking a peek. Tell us we’re not included, and we can’t help feeling a little hurt. Even if we weren’t interested in the first place. In the right amounts, that natural curiosity and desire for social connection can be powerful, positive attributes. In fact, I’d posit that they’re the driving force behind most of the greatest thoughts, inventions and societies in human history. The Magna Carta and the Roman Empire. Electric power and the Internet. All of these and a thousand other inventions were the offspring of our need to ask, “what if?” and build a bigger tribe. But just like aspirin, gun powder and the internal combustion engine, too much of a good thing can also kill you. This is particularly true for new brands and the entrepreneurs who define them. The first step in successfully marketing any product or service has long been to define your target market; to identify the heavy user of your product or service and then put the full force of your efforts against that relevant, addressable audience. But, by default, defining everyone who fits the profile of our most likely customer also requires us to identify everyone who’s unlikely to ever use our product, everyone we can’t possibly afford to serve – and then ignore them. This is usually where good market strategy starts to go bad. Ask many entrepreneurs to define their target market and they’ll quickly tell you “anybody.” Anybody could use their product or service. It’s the best. There’s nothing else like it. And that may be true. But just because anybody could use their product or service doesn’t mean everybody actually would. Especially if their message is directed at everyone. But our natural desire for inclusion and innate fear of rejection won’t let us recognize and capitalize on what I’ll call “the power of parameters.” Companies are not required to provide products or services for everyone who might ever hear about them. It’s certainly not necessary to succeed. They’re not even required to pretend they’re for everyone. It’s just not possible. Great marketing requires discipline and discrimination. But our pride won’t let us accept those limitations and our imagination leads us to believe we can change anyone’s mind. Let’s pretend for a minute that you make and market widgets. Let’s also pretend they’re the best widgets ever made. Cool. If you’ve done your homework, you know there are already a ton of people – maybe even a majority of the population – who like and buy widgets all the time. Go get ‘em. That’s you’re target market. Now imagine that I’m not one of those people. For whatever reason, I’ve decided I don’t like widgets. Maybe I don’t care for the way they taste or feel or look. Maybe I just don’t have any need for widgets and my lifestyle dictates that I never will. You could always take a “we know you don’t like widgets but ours are different” approach. Plenty of other companies have tried. But why would you? There’s a much larger audience of consumers who’ve already raised their hands to try your widget – at a much lower acquisition cost. You cannot debate your way into the heart of the consumer. It’s not an argument, it’s a conversation; one that, thanks to the proliferation of social media, is often shared in whispers among consumers you don’t even know are there. Once you’ve captured an unfair share of those who are already interested in what you offer, you can always gamble a small portion of your marketing budget against those who’ve said they’re not. But that only works if your widget is somehow different from every other one out there. Not better. Different. From everyone’s. I know what you’re thinking: “What if we offer a new alternative to widgets?” In that case, my answer would be “It depends.” As long as we’re pretending, let’s pretend I really wish I could enjoy widgets, but have an allergy or other condition that prevents me from using or consuming them. If you’re the first substitute to hit the market, you probably have a decent chance of capturing a decent share of that consumer base. But keep in mind, it’s an alternative market and, by definition, one still significantly smaller than the population of those who want the real thing. If you’re not the first widget substitute, my advice is to think twice. Your competitors already have a head start on being different, so your only option is to position yourself as being somehow better. Which rarely matters. Everyone remembers the first guy to fly solo across the Atlantic. But who was the second? No one knows. Even though he may have been a much better pilot. More importantly, if I really wish I could enjoy widgets and you’re not the first to offer a widget-like alternative, I’ve already found my replacement. So, we’re back to debating the attributes of yours versus what is now mine. And that’s the toughest argument of all. Because we’re not just trying to change minds. We’re trying to change habits. It’s difficult (and expensive) to change perceptions, even more challenging to change minds, and nearly impossible to change habits. Is there a smoker alive who doesn’t know it’s eventually going to kill them? Not likely. But once those products have insinuated themselves into our system (and our lives), they’re incredibly difficult to replace. It’s not just the physical addiction that prevents us from dropping our habit, it’s also the mental energy and emotional adjustment of changing our lifestyle. Obviously, my choice of widget substitute isn’t as physically addictive as tobacco, but the intellectual and emotional investment behind it is basically the same. I’ve already gone to all the trouble of finding the alternative I have in hand – i.e., I’m invested – so unless your alternative is likely to cure cancer, I’m unlikely to change my buying habits. Of course, you’re welcome to try – as long as your alternative product is branded and marketed differently from your primary product. If you read my last blog for Modern Impact, You’re Not Bacon, I hope you’ll recall the primary point I sought to make as this: If you want to be more successful in building your markets, you don’t need to reach everyone. You just have to reach everyone who cares about the same thing you do with a message that’s crystal clear and personally relevant. It’s much easier (and more profitable) to win over 50% of all the people who are passionate about your product category than it is to chase 0.5% of everyone else. But what do I know? Maybe you’re the exception. Maybe you have a product so amazing it really will appeal to “anybody” and everybody will eventually buy it. The fact that you’ve read this post all the way to the end is practical proof that I’ve been both right and wrong. I may be right about the power of producing content that engages just the right audience, but was obviously wrong when I wrote my headline. Apparently, this stuff really is for you.
List of sales at the Hansa for 1956–1958 \|Poster for the Green Gallery’s first group show The name of the gallery came from a brainstorming session by Bellamy and fellow art dealer Ivan Karp. For Bellamy the word green suggested fecundity, newness, and, possibly, money. At the same session they came up with the names O.K. Harris, which Scull rejected, and Oil & Steel, which Bellamy would use twenty years later. \|Installation view of the Green Gallery Photograph by Rudy Burckhardt c. 1961 [II.B.30] Pictured are works by Claes Oldenburg, Philip Wofford, Richard Smith, and Yayoi Kusama. Poster for Claes Oldenburg [Pat] This was Oldenburg’s first solo exhibition uptown and the first time he exhibited his soft sculpture. As many as four pieces from the show entered MoMA’s collection, including Floor Cone and Floor Cake, both made in 1962. Pop art gained wide public exposure beginning in 1963. But despite the immense cultural impact of the movement, there were only a few serious collectors who regularly purchased larger works. Robert Scull was becoming one of the best known, though his support of the Green Gallery was not widely advertised. George Segal’s first show at the Green Gallery immediately followed Mark di Suvero’s debut. Scull disliked his work so much that he wanted Bellamy to fire Segal from the gallery. Bellamy urged patience, and Scull later became a collector and even a subject of Segal’s work. Poster for the 1964 exhibition George Segal, featuring an image of Gas Station (1963) Atmospheric photographs of Segal’s sculptures were used on numerous posters for Green Gallery group shows and for his solo exhibitions. February 21, 1964 [II.B.32*] The Segal work pictured is Farm Worker (1963) and was likely shown in the 1964 Segal exhibition. Summary of Segal sales Receipt for Bus Driver (1962) The Museum of Modern Art was a major collector of Pop art, among a few other museums, but Bus Driver was the only one of Segal’s sculptures the Museum purchased from the Green Gallery. In 1964 Robert Scull withdrew his financing of the Green Gallery. The gallery had never been profitable, and it could not sustain the growing practice of paying artists advances on sales or otherwise financially supporting them. The last season of the Green Gallery featured solo exhibitions by Lucas Samaras, Dan Flavin, Robert Morris, and Tom Wesselmann, but few, if any, of the works sold. By the spring of 1965, the gallery was forced to close. For many the closure came as a surprise. In 1966 critic Amy Goldin wrote that the art world felt that “Bellamy had to be either incompetent or the victim of high-powered machinations.” \|Poster for the exhibition L. Poons This was Larry Poons’s first solo exhibition at the gallery. Receipt for fluorescent lights Receipt for steel fabrication In 1986 Bellamy said that the Green Gallery had closed because “I finally couldn’t afford new materials and supplies for [the artists], especially someone like Judd, who had started to work in metal rather than wood.” \|Installation view of group show Photograph by Rudy Burckhardt This was the last group show staged at the Green Gallery before it closed. With the closure of the Green Gallery, Bellamy worked hard to place his artists with Leo Castelli, Sydney Janis, and other prominent galleries. He moved into a small office in the Noah Goldowsky Gallery and began a new career as an independent dealer. But Bellamy remained close even with artists he no longer represented. He also sought out new artists and became Richard Serra’s first dealer after meeting him in Europe. For Bellamy the fifteen years between the closing of the Green Gallery and the opening of his new gallery, Oil & Steel, were occupied mainly by private sales and shared commissions on sales and exhibitions at other galleries. Letter from Dan Flavin to Richard Bellamy August 24, 1965 [III.A.22] Flavin discusses his Guggenheim grant proposal, describing new ideas for artwork as well as his precarious financial position. He writes, “Besides logically bringing my use of fluorescent light further into the range of environmental ‘sculpture,’ I would like to be after a more advanced technological sense of artificial light.” He adds, “P.S. Dick, Don wrote to me that you are concerned about helping me find gallery representation. . . . Certainly, I can use help.” Letter from James Rosenquist to Richard Bellamy September 16, 1965 [III.A.52] Rosenquist writes from Nevada, “I heard about the timeless closing of the Green Gallery and want to elect you to D. Miller’s job at the Museum of Mod. Art where I think you might have been all the time except for reality.” Richard Serra’s remembrance of Richard Bellamy, read at his memorial service May 13, 1998 [IV.3] Installation view of the Noah Goldowsky Gallery Photograph by Geoffrey Clements Bellamy recollected, “Sometimes, willy-nilly, I would hang a show from what Noah had in stock, but often there would be nothing on the walls. I was trying to operate as a private dealer, which is what the space and my own inclinations were suited to.” Investment Piece, by Lee Lozano August 14, 1969 [III.A.55] Postcard from artist Lee Lozano to Richard Bellamy September 23, 1969 [III.A.55] Lozano had appeared in group shows at the Green Gallery but later declined regular gallery representation as her artwork grew more conceptual. In the instructions for a similar work, Withdrawal Piece of February 8, 1969, she wrote, “Pull out of a show at Dick Bellamy’s to avoid hanging with work that brings you down.” In 1980 Bellamy awoke from what he termed a “seven-year lethargy” and founded the Oil & Steel Gallery, at 157 Chambers Street. He devoted exhibitions to many of his friends from previous decades, but he considered himself the personal dealer of only Myron Stout, Mark di Suvero, and David Rabinowitch. In 1983 he gave di Suvero his first exhibition in New York since a 1975 show at the Whitney Museum of American Art. In 1985 Bellamy moved the Oil & Steel Gallery out of Manhattan to Hallet’s Cove, in Long Island City, Queens, and into the compound housing di Suvero’s studio. There he stopped having regular exhibitions and increasingly devoted his time to supporting di Suvero’s career. He also honed his photography of di Suvero’s sculpture, a skill that became a unique source of artistic output. Bellamy maintained Oil & Steel Gallery until his death, in 1998. Copy of lease for gallery and office space at 30–40 Vernon Boulevard in Long Island City Mark di Suvero artist’s statement c. 1984 [III.N.58] This statement was written for di Suvero’s 1985 exhibition at Storm King Art Center, in Mountainville, New York. Bellamy played a significant role in organizing exhibitions of the sculptor’s work around the world. Announcement of Richard Bellamy’s memorial service May 13, 1998 [IV.2] The memorial was held at P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, in Long Island City, an institution Bellamy had helped found, near where he last resided. Speakers included Agnes Gund, Richard Serra, Mark di Suvero, Alfred Leslie, Ivan Karp, and James Rosenquist. This exhibition is supported by The Contemporary Arts Council of The Museum of Modern Art. The Richard Bellamy Papers were processed with the generous support of The Henry Luce Foundation. Additionally, this exhibition would not have been possible without the help of numerous individuals within The Museum of Modern Art. I relied heavily on the expertise and judgment of Michelle Elligott and Michelle Harvey in conceiving and installing the exhibition. Tom Grischkowsky, Roberto Rivera and James Kuo helped in securing images; Jennifer Tobias graciously lent items from the Museum Library; Julianna Goodman, Rebecca Roberts, Allegra Burnette and Lotte Meijer edited and designed the wall text labels, video monitor images, and Web site; and Sarah Ganz coordinated the entire process. Thank you all. Finally, I wish to thank Miles Bellamy for safeguarding his father's papers. This exhibition is testament to Miles's continuing stewardship of Richard Bellamy's legacy.
Finding the right environment: George’s story Creating the right learning environment is crucial to a child’s development. Moor House School & College provides a specialist environment for children and young people with speech and language disorders, where the educational needs of each individual student can be met. Current Moor House parent, Simon Sergides, explains what led his son George (12) to the school and the difference it has made to his life. “I think we first noticed George was having difficulties around the age of 3” says Simon. “George was our first born so we didn’t really have any experience or measure as to what typical development was in terms of his speech. “He was a happy kid and we as a family were very in tune with him, so home life wasn’t much of an issue. We understood him instinctively but that perhaps also masked some of the indicators from us. “We noticed that his struggles to find and recall words would trigger real frustrations for him mid-sentence, and when others repeated things he’d said, we began to realise how much we were compensating for him. George started in a mainstream nursery and school setting, but by year 3 the challenges were becoming clearer. “We decided to instruct a private educational psychologist and that was probably the best thing we ever did” Simon continues. “It shined a light on some of the challenges he was having and triggered various assessments including occupational therapy, psychotherapy and speech and language. “On paper, the support he received in a mainstream setting was a fair amount, but the reality was it was inconsistent and that made it challenging. It certainly wasn’t a whole school approach. “I’m not sure we really understood what a difference a specialist setting could make but the more we looked into his behaviours, we realised the environment was crucial. “Moor House was recommended to us by numerous sources so we came to an open day and what I witnessed was genuinely happy and engaged staff and children. “Instinctively we knew it was a special setting and felt strongly it was the right place for George. We went through the admissions process, which was tough because we’d become emotionally invested. “On paper the pre-admissions process should have been an epic failure. George’s anxiety should have overwhelmed him. He even had to do an overnight stay because we were looking at residential. “The reality was when we got the letter to say yes, we think this is the right setting for George. What was amazing was that when we asked him what was it like? He literally replied with one word, ‘heaven’. “When we spoke to his psychotherapist afterwards to try and decode why he said that. It was because he felt like he could contribute, that people got him and he could access what they were doing. “That showed to me in just one day the difference a specialist setting could make. You can hear the full interview with Simon in our Parent View Podcast.
We have three objectives at More Than Music Creations: Conserve. Create. Contribute. Today I’d like to share a little bit about our efforts to conserve. MTMC started with the idea of repurposing guitar strings into art and jewelry, and though this is the most visible of our conservation efforts, it is far from the whole picture. My wife Michaela is many things, among those are photographer and conservationist. It is by no surprise then that she has been a long-time follower of nature and wildlife photographer Thomas Mangelsen. Introduced to his work at a young age, it has influenced not only her work as an artist, but her outlook on the purpose behind her work. “I’ve been heavily influenced by Tom’s photography, but even more so by what it and he stand for," she says. "He brings a fine art element to nature and wildlife conservation that allow him to not only draw attention to this cause, but to give back to it as well.” This influence is obvious in Michaela’s photography (see www.MichaelaAnnKelton.com) but is also present in her lifestyle and our business practices here at MTMC. As her husband and business partner, I am constantly encouraged to be more mindful of my own conservation practices. Whether it’s making sure everything I throw away makes it into the correct one of four bins we have in most rooms of our home, or sourcing shipping supplies that are not only recyclable, but primarily made of post-consumer materials whenever possible, I can personally attest to the level of commitment she has made for ourselves and our business. One example is how we collect used guitar strings from our music partners. We have chosen to use a resealable and reusable shipping pouch, therefore reducing the amount of materials used to do so. Another example is what Michaela does with all of the leftover bits of string that don’t get used in the jewelry making process. Instead of going into the garbage, these little bits and pieces are made into functional art pieces like the table pictured here. Conservation is a part of our slogan and our business model, but it’s also a part of our lifestyle. I look forward to sharing more of our conservation efforts in the future, along with other conservationists we follow and the good they’re doing in hopes that you too will join us. If you're interested in following our journey as it progresses we'd love to keep you up-to-date with a monthly newsletter. Subscribing is as easy as entering your email address at the bottom of the page. We appreciate your support!
The Republic Of The Philippines Following the public open house, the temple will be formally dedicated on Sunday, August 21, 2016, in three dedicatory sessions. The Youth will be performing for two events, one for Honoring Japan's History and for the History of the church in Japan. The temple is located at 620-50 1 Chome, Ooyachi-Nishi, Atsubetsu-ku Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido, Japan. The Sapporo Japan Temple is the third Temple in Japan, Eight in Asia and the 151st operating temple worldwide. The temple will serve more than 8000 latter-day saints in the islands of Hokkaido and in Aomori. The 48,480-square-foot Sapporo Japan Temple sits on 9.8 acres with the statue of the angel Moroni on top of its single spire. The church official News Media Mormon Newsroom has recently taken an inside look of the temple: Latest posts by Romrik Joshua Flores, Moroni Channel (see all) - Elder Lawyer, brother of Michelle Dee, returns home after completing LDS mission in Chile - November 17, 2023 - Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee’s Siblings Arrive in El Salvador for Support, Brother Returns from LDS Mission - November 17, 2023 - LDS Church offers relief to civilians in Gaza, Palestine and Israel - November 13, 2023 - BYU Jerusalem Center relocate students and faculty amidst ongoing conflict - October 17, 2023
The ability to communicate effectively and diversely in speech and writing, within a secure, stimulating environment, is the principal aim of the Mowden Hall English department. All children, according to their particular needs and ability, are encouraged and supported in class to speak confidently and to listen attentively to the views of others. During their career at Mowden, they are guided and supported in a closely monitored reading scheme, engaging meaningfully with a wide range of increasingly challenging and rewarding text types to promote increasing levels of understanding and appreciation of different genres and writing styles. Critical and imaginative writing skills, intimately connected to reading, are taught enthusiastically by the department using a range of visual and aural stimuli with the aim of inspiring the children to write with clarity and vision. In further detail, the department uses a variety of texts from Shakespeare to Philip Pullman, from Jane Austen to Roald Dahl, and works closely with the well-stocked Library of more than 2,000 books for readers of varying abilities from age 7 – 13. Every child in the School is involved in the annual Prepared Reading competition, beginning with a preliminary round in the classroom and from which four finalists for each year group are selected. The finals take place in front of an audience composed of staff and students. Poetry from Donne to Spike Milligan is read aloud in class, studied and appreciated, and the children write their own verse. Creative workshops, in tandem with music and with an audience of parents, allow the opportunity for children to showcase their work, either as individuals or in groups. IT forms an important part of the subject and cross-curricular links with other subjects have been fostered to make English more meaningful for the children. In addition, the department expects to focus on formal aspects of English and there is weekly work on spelling, punctuation and grammar. Pupils who find spelling difficult are given support in the form of Booster Groups which take place in small groups outside of lesson times. These groups are designed to be fluid with pupils dipping in and out depending on their specific needs. A strong link exists with the Drama department and, when relevant, there is scope within English lessons when examining a text to engage with improvised acting in order, for example, to clarify aspects of plot line or character development. This link with Drama is further developed with whole Year involvement in the annual dramatic presentation, allowing every child to experience the rehearsal process before performing in front of an audience. As is typical at Mowden Hall School, there is an extensive extra-curricular programme. Pupils have the opportunity to attend creative writing classes, write for the School newspaper, visit the theatre and other external venues to extend their enjoyment of this core subject.
ATHENS: For years the burgeoning Muslim community in Athens lobbied the Greek authorities to build them a house of worship, without success. Now Muslim worshipers have found a temporary solution: a converted factory in the cityâ€™s southern outskirts. Athens is one of the few European Union capitals to lack a functioning mosque, despite Greeceâ€™s friendly ties with most Muslim and Arab nations. The few Ottoman-era mosques still standing in Athens have not hosted Islamic sermons since 1833, when occupying Turks were driven out. Initiatives by successive governments to build a new mosque in the capital ran into objections from the Orthodox Church and protests from citizens who associate mosques with four centuries of subjugation under the Ottoman Empire and political rivalry with Turkey, Greeceâ€™s Muslim neighbor. According to a survey of 1,500 Athenians conducted in February by VPRC, a research firm, more than half of Athensâ€™s five million residents oppose to the creation of a mosque to serve the Muslim immigrant community, which numbers about 500,000. The authorities last year managed to secure the churchâ€™s backing and passed a law providing for the construction of a mosque by 2010 in the central Athens district of Elaionas, on a large plot of land where a soccer stadium is being built. A similar law passed before the Athens 2004 Olympics, for the construction of a mosque near the international airport, was shelved after furious protests by residents and the Church, which did not want visitors flying into Athens to be greeted by a minaret. Skeptical about the prospects of this latest initiative, the capitalâ€™s Muslim population – swelling due to a steady influx of economic migrants – decided to take matters into their own hands. Using a donation of â‚¬2.5 million, or $3.4 million, from a Saudi businessman, a small nonprofit organization called the Greek-Arab Educational and Cultural Center transformed an old factory on an industrial estate in Moschato, southern Athens, into a prayer site capable of accommodating more than 2,000 worshipers. This is much more comfortable than where we used to pray, but it cannot serve hundreds of thousands of Muslims in Athens,â€ said Mohammed Ibrahim, the Egyptian-born president of the center, which also functions as a school. â€œWe help Arab-speaking citizens to teach their children Arabic but also to understand the Greek mentality.â€ Twice a year about 20,000 Muslims gather for large-scale prayers in the main Olympic Stadium in northern Athens, he said. In the meantime, aspirations for a large, state-sponsored mosque are on hold. â€œWe still hope it will be built but we donâ€™t know when – it was supposed to be 2004, then 2007, now itâ€™s 2010,â€ Ibrahim said. According to the European commissioner for human rights, Thomas Hammarberg, such procrastination denies Muslims their basic rights. â€œIslam is a major religion in Europe today, so European authorities should facilitate Muslims in practicing their religion,â€ Hammarberg said by telephone. â€œEurope is seeing an increase in the construction of mosques, but these are funded by the state, not with money imported from the Middle East, to ensure that they remain independent.â€ Public opposition to mosques is still evident across the EU. A proposal by a Muslim group in London to build a â€œsupermosqueâ€ accommodating about 70,000 worshipers by the 2012 Olympics has provoked an outcry, as did the approval in January of plans to convert a disused church in Clitheroe, northern England, into a mosque. Last year, the provincial authorities in Spain and Italy had to overcome fierce opposition from overwhelmingly Catholic publics to the construction of mosques for Muslim citizens in Granada and Tuscany. This year, plans to build a mosque in Cologne have sparked a furor. Human rights groups maintain that immigrants have the same rights to worship as other residents. â€œThe right of every individual to practice his religious duties is inalienable, enshrined in Greek and international law,â€ said the director of Amnesty Internationalâ€™s Greek office, Gerasimos Kouvaras. The three-floor building, covering 1,800 square meters, or 20,000 square feet, resembles any other mosque on the inside, with wall-to-wall patterned carpets and Arabic lettering on the walls as well as modern touches like wide-screen televisions and state-of-the-art speakers. It is a far cry from the dingy makeshift mosques – in basement flats, warehouses and coffee shops – where Athens Muslims used to pray and that were the target of police surveillance in the countdown to the 2004 Olympics when fears of attacks by Islamist extremists were sharpened by bombings in Istanbul. Technically these unofficial sites lack legal permission to function as places of worship, but the local authorities have turned a blind eye, waiting for a solution. In the case of the Moschato site, the authorities were caught unawares. The local mayorâ€™s office said it found out about the center when a sign went up in mid-June, a week before it opened. Public opposition to the center has been mild, perhaps because it does not look like a mosque. The unimposing faÃ§ade of the red-brick building, sandwiched between old textiles and juice factories, is a relief for many. â€œIt is still very new so we canâ€™t be sure of its impact, but itâ€™s not in peopleâ€™s faces,â€ said Spyros Pangalos of a local resident group. â€œIt doesnâ€™t have minarets like regular mosques; it is just a cultural center,â€ said Moschatoâ€™s deputy mayor, Grigoris Papadopoulos. A spokesman for Archbishop Christodoulos, leader of the Greek Orthodox Church, said that the church did not object to the center if it was legal but that the government should press ahead with the mosque it has promised. â€œMuslims in Athens must have their own house of worship,â€ said the spokesman, Archimandrite Timotheos Anthi. Ecumenical Patriarch Vartholomaios, the Istanbul-based spiritual leader of the worldâ€™s Orthodox Christians and a staunch campaigner for religious tolerance, was more categorical in his support. â€œIt discredits us Greeks that Athens is the only European capital without a mosque,â€ he said in a recent speech.
From the Sea to Sinai: Tests of the Wilderness Hosted By: Drisha Watch the recording of this class here: Why did the Israelites complain so bitterly when they were in the Wilderness? Did they doubt God? If God could split a sea, then why did He fail to provide their basic commodities like water and food? Was it all part of God’s plan? Rabbi Alex Israel explores how God designed the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness as a test and a transformative learning experience. 50-60 min of lecture followed by a brief Q&A. The event listed here is hosted by a third party. My Jewish Learning/70 Faces Media is not responsible for its content or for errors in the listing.
Guidelines on whole-body hyperthermia Whole-body hyperthermia (WBHT) or “systemic hyperthermia”, defined as a controlled increase in the core body temperature for therapeutic purposes, is one of the oldest forms of therapy in the history of medicine, with a very wide range of indications, and has been passed down by most cultures. Frequently cited, in this respect, is the dictum attributed to Hippocrates: “Fever is an endeavour on the part of the human organism to heal sickness. It cleanses the body like fire”. WBHT is based, inter alia, on the positive assessment of the natural mechanism of fever caused by infection, inherent in all warm-blooded mammals, where an increase in the core body temperature functions as a significant component in initiating and controlling an extraordinary immune response. Numerous pre-clinical trials confirm the therapeutic potential of a controlled increase in the core body temperature, and throw more and more light on the underlying biological mechanisms. In a number of non-oncological and oncological indication ranges, the efficacy of WBHT has been evidenced by clinical trials at various evidential levels. As modes of action, the increase in perfusion and metabolism, as well as effects on the hormone and immune system, associated with the increase in the core body temperature, can be specified. In that respect, the area of WBHT extends from mild applications of heat, that can also be carried out at home, to the realm of the actual “fever temperatures” and extreme WBHT, as used in intensive medicine. Such a range makes clear definitions and differentiations indispensable. Guidelines on capacitive local radio frequency hyperthermia Capacitive radio frequency hyperthermia is a well-investigated, promising therapy in oncology. The results of experimental and clinical trials indicate that hyperthermia is an ideal complementary treatment and a strong sensitizer for radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy. New technical methods and comprehensive experimental and clinical trials have confirmed the efficiency, and justify its use in cancer therapy to the benefit of the patients. The effects of the capacitive RF hyperthermia upon biological structures are pleiotropic and complex. Besides the method, they are dependent upon the temperature, the duration of the application, the heating-up time, and also the form, nature and size of the tissue, the blood supply and the homogeneity of the temperature distribution. They range from the denaturation of cellular and sub-cellular elements to the influencing of the entire tumour tissue and the environment of the tumour – inter alia, also due to the electromagnetic fields that exist mandatorily, which make the increase in the temperature of the tissue possible in the first place. A large number of publications reports on positive effects of the combined hyperthermia treatment and radiotherapy. On this basis, the present guidelines summarise the current state of knowledge.
The Extraordinary Lives of Death Valley's Endangered Devils Hole Pupfish Amidst the dry cracking earth of Death Valley National Park are several springs and creeks where one may find any of 5 types of pupfish. However, even among the world’s pupfish population, some groups reign supreme. It’s the elusive history and endearing character of the Devils Hole pupfish that is particularly awe-inspiring, keeping biologists and fish fans vigilant of the population’s status. About the Devils Hole Pupfish The pupfish earned their name due to the playful way in which they frolic about like puppies. It’s a bright, silvery-blue, little fish with the flat head of a pike and the tiny body of a goldfish (the typical adult pupfish is 35mm). Unlike its brethren in the park, the Devils Hole pupfish have several distinctive characteristics, including its smaller size, absence of pelvic fins, low fecundity (unfortunately), and less aggressive behavior. It’s unknown whether these differences are underlying genetic divergence or simply developmental responses to the extreme conditions in Devils Hole. Location, Location, Location Devils Hole is an oasis within Death Valley unlike any other in the world. It is part of an extensive underground water system. Snow melt or rain percolates through the ground, entering an aquifer, and 10,000 years later, 1 molecule of water arrives. The water in Devils Hole is a balmy 92 degrees, making it more comparable to a bath than a dip into an underwater cave and an unlikely climate for any fish to survive, let alone thrive. Before the drop off into the cavernous depths (a 500-foot pit whose bottom has yet to be reached), sits a compact area of shallow water – the pupfish’s feeding and mating spot of choice. Despite past efforts to create a similar artificial platform for the pupfish, as well as attempts to breed Devils Hole pupfish and hybrids in captivity, this small ledge remains the sole spawning and feeding shelf for the fish. Devils Hole is also unique in that it acts as an unexpected indicator of seismic activity around the world. Waves have splashed up to two meters, reacting to large earthquakes as far as Japan, Indonesia, and China and demolishing the pupfish’s beloved shelf. Conservation Efforts Today and Ongoing Research In 1952, a presidential proclamation declared Devils Hole a unit of Death Valley National Monument (the park’s name later changed to Death Valley National Park in 1994). Then in 1967, the Devils Hole pupfish were officially listed as an endangered species. Since the 1970s, researchers and divers have made it their mission to count the population twice a year, a 2-day process with numerous dives. Sadly, the cards aren’t stacked in this tiny fish’s favor. In the mid-1990s, the population began a steep decline, though studies cannot pinpoint the exact cause. Before 1995, the population size had regularly fluctuated between 200 fish in the spring to 300-500 fish in the fall. Since then, the numbers have dropped. The smallest count thus far has been 35 fish, despite researchers’ best attempts to propagate their population. Confusion over the Devils Hole pupfish history also remains. Scientists have long believed that this unique group of pupfish has been isolated from Death Valley’s other pupfish populations for about 10,000-20,000 years. However, recent research suggests that the first pupfish species in Death Valley arrived just 10,000 years ago and that the Devils Hole pupfish only became isolated less than 1,000 years ago – much more recently than originally believed and much later than they were first carried into the cavern. Rather than having been left behind from a wet period when rivers and lakes converged in the desert, scientists now hypothesize that the fish may have been accidentally brought to their location by humans or birds. The incredible living circumstances, mysterious beginnings, and delightful pup-like movements of the Devils Hole pupfish make them an exciting fish to follow. Though the population has dropped over the years, those that know the story of the pupfish remain hopeful that new strides in research will be made to prevent this unusual community from dying out. Today, they remain an example of a beloved group of animals that continue to be protected in our national parks.
NDSU Develops Potato Variety Now Approved for McDonald’s World-famous Fries The most recent potato variety to join the list of approved McDonald’s potato varieties is the Dakota Russet, developed at North Dakota State University by Asunta Thompson, associate professor of plant science and potato breeder. The Dakota Russet produces low sugars, which results in consistent French fry color and less undesired defects like dark ends. “This is a dream come true,” Thompson says. “Having our russet accepted by McDonald’s for their French fries is the gold standard we all strive for. Cultivar development takes a team, and this difficult achievement would not have been possible without support from the NDSU potato improvement team, potato farmers and agriculture partners.” “My goal since returning to NDSU in 2001 was to identify superior cultivars across market types,” Thompson says. “I focused on earlier maturity which would allow greater opportunity for economic and environmental sustainability for our farmers, while helping address the global challenge of feeding the world.” The cross (traditional hybridization) was made in 1999, and Thompson selected the seedling in the single-hill nursery in fall 2001. The variety was officially named and released in 2012. The approval process for the Dakota Russet to be accepted by McDonald’s was completed in March 2022. The Dakota Russet is one of eight varieties accepted in North America. The most recent additions to the McDonald’s North American varieties were in 2016. The Dakota Russet was developed with the needs of Midwest farmers in mind, producing consistently high yields and fitting the shorter growing season with its medium maturity. “The development of the Dakota Russet, and its acceptance from McDonald’s as a potato variety speaks to the innovative research happening here at NDSU as part of the North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station,” NDSU President David Cook says. “Our talented researchers work hard to contribute to the success of our state and the world.” FOR MORE INFORMATION: Asunta Thompson, 701-231-8160, email@example.com
Pass rates for Carson City School District students in the 2020-21 school year have decreased compared to recent years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Administrators and teachers already know extra work is needed to help prevent further learning loss as a result of most students having remained in a full remote learning environment this past school year. Conversations still are ongoing about how to reach the average student and subpopulations in the most effective ways while the state recovers from the pandemic. Last week, Ricky Medina, director of accountability and assessment, and Associate Superintendent Tasha Fuson presented to the Board of Trustees the most recent Measures of Academic Progress scores and grade distributions in the district by middle and high school levels. Medina, in providing an overview of some of the data to the board, said it’s important to take a look at these pass rates and MAP data now to help “meet the kids where they are” to improve student academic performance, which has slowed in the past year with many students learning through a full remote or hybrid schedule. In the first semester of the 2020-21 year, 87.25% of students in the district passed their classes, a drop from 94.21% from 2020’s first semester. Comparing year over year, 2021 so far is 89.35%, down from 2020’s 93.36%, 2019’s 94.79% and 2018’s 96.48%. Percentages also make a similar downward trend according to subpopulation by race for American Indian, Asian, Caucasian, Hispanic/Latino or students of two more races going back to 2018. District staff members are asking what can be done to help average students at the bottom 25th percentile that have been learning via remote instruction. The district already brought back 200 students to give additional aid to those who were struggling at home. Certain drops in data were no surprise, but the challenges for some students going full remote from traditional classroom instruction did surprise Medina given his own assumptions about how much time kids spend using technology, Medina told the Appeal on Monday. “We think about students currently in school and they’ve been raised on cell phones or on computers or technology and they have access to technology and we think they’re going to be successful,” he said. “I didn’t expect our full remotes to struggle as much.” At the high school level, the overall pass rate for full remote students was reported at 60.83%, the Tuesday/Thursday in-seat cohort was 90.02% and the Wednesday/Friday in-seat cohort was 87.65%. The middle schools reported their full remote students’ pass rate at 76.45%, their Tuesday/Thursday in-seat cohort at 93.06% and their Wednesday/Friday at 91.98%. Medina said Monday it’s difficult to account for the minor differences in rates between the in-seat cohorts as to why the Tuesday/Thursday students generally seemed to be more successful than their Wednesday/Friday counterparts, particularly at the high school level, although Honors courses are offered on certain days as one example, he said. Support for subpopulations The pass rates by subpopulation also are being scrutinized. English language learners went from a pass rate of 85.55% in 2020 to 77.64% during the same time this year, and those in the Individualized Education Program went from 90.31% in 2020 to 84.3% this year. Principals and teachers want to know what can be done to address these ELL and IEP learners in particular, Medina said. In recent meetings, he said, teachers and staff members had mentioned there was a noticeable lack of progress among ELL students who are newer to the country or are the least proficient in English and are among those who need the most in-seat instruction right now. This subpopulation in particular is in critical need of in-class opportunities to reinforce its English verbal listening and speaking skills. “Their main priority was how do we get kids back in a regular classroom so they have an opportunity to interact with their friends in English and get more practice when they’re at home?” he said. If these students were at home, their ability to speak in English typically would be much more limited around family or they’re prone to speaking more in their native language instead. “The classroom is the best place for them,” he said. “Some of our special ed(ucation) population, they’re better served in classrooms with teachers.” Ready to test Additional analysis will gauge the work necessary to put students on the right track again toward graduation. Medina and Fuson said last week teachers and staff members are preparing now for strategies to raise the students’ performance that has suffered from the full remote experience. Some interventions this spring or during the summer might require more planning from administrators or teachers. “There’s always going to be a little bit of growth in the MAP assessments,” Medina said. “Kids in that lower 25th percentile, they’re not growing as fast as they need to. That’s where our work is.” Testing season now is around the corner after spring break ends this week, and a straight apples-to-apples comparison of the district’s MAP data isn’t possible between last year and this year since COVID-19 shut down the schools at this time and testing requirements had been canceled. MAP testing is handled by site and makeups are expected this year especially with most on a remote schedule. The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium, or the SBAC Summative Assessment, tests also are near. These are traditionally taken in the spring by third- to eighth-graders and measure skills in the English Language Arts and mathematics, totaling four hours for each component or seven hours in the same testing period. The computer adaptive portion increases in difficulty based on student responses. There also is a performance task involved. “When we get those back, that will be the first true test of where all kids are at,” Medina said. “In the past, the MAP has been the standard, but allowing them to be done remotely, that’s going to create issues.” Lessening learning loss Ultimately, though, Medina said there are many factors impacting student performance and further analysis is needed to determine to answer a bevy of questions about decreasing learning loss, which challenges to tackle first or even how to help teachers to decide where they’re more comfortable teaching now – in a physical or digital classroom as some have become accustomed to, Medina said. For now, however, whether full remote would be effective for all or most students next year is still to be seen, and the district’s newly announced Pioneer Academy is an option for families who feel their students could thrive through the online option, Medina said. And Fuson was clear that not all children have been unsuccessful in the remote learning environment to date. Trustee Mike Walker said at the March 23 board meeting that some children are naturally independent learners and require either fewer or different types of resources, stating the data shows “the importance of the art of teaching.” “There’s no program we’re going to purchase as a district that’s going to reach all the kids,” Walker said. “First, we build relationships, we identify the need of that child and we plan interventions. A computer program or a Zoom meeting on a Monday doesn’t substitute for that.” Fuson said this past year affected families’ needs to have their older children work outside the home. Faculty members are noticing students work in convenience stores, she said, when they want to help return them to their classroom so they can study or graduate. “I’m convinced that we have the resources and the staff at our high schools to do that and support them,” Fuson said.
A database is a methodical meeting of information. They support electrical storage and manipulation of data. Databases make it easier data Management. Consider an example of a database: an online phone book uses a database to store data about people, phone numbers, and other contact information. Your electrical service provider uses a database to manage bills, and customer issues, collect outage data, and more. Also consider Facebook. It should store, manipulate and present data related to members, their friends, member activities, messages, advertisements and much more. We can provide countless examples of database usage. What’s the change between a database and a spreadsheet? Databases and worksheets (such as Microsoft Excel) are convenient ways to store information. 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Disadvantage of DBMS DBMS may offer plenty of advantages then, it has certain flaws. - The hardware and software cost of a DBMS is quite high, which adds to the budget of your business enterprise. - Most database management systems are often complex systems, so training is require for users to use the DBMS. - In some companies, all the data is integrate into a single which may get damage due to power failure or the database gets corrupted on the storage medium. - Simultaneous use of the same program by many users sometimes results in loss of Certain Data. - The DBMS cannot perform sophisticated calculations. With the help of databases and other BI tools and IT tools, facility professionals can use organized data to facilitate the improved and efficient decision making, angels of agility and angels of scalability. The different types of databases, as well as changes in technological approaches, advances in .Automation and the cloud are pushing databases into new directions.
The school plays an active role within the community in several ways: Throughout the year we are involved in raising money for a variety of charities. We want to ensure that a desire to help others is instilled in children from an early age to help them become good citizens as they grow and mature. Each year, our Head Boy and Head Girl select a charity and many of our fundraising activities throughout the year are in support of their named charity. Great Ormond Street Hospital and Children's Charity has been chosen by our Head Boy and Head Girl as the school's charity for 2021/22 year. Amazingly, every day more than 600 children from across the UK visit the hospital for life-changing treatments. We are looking forward to raising funds to support their extraordinary work through a number of events starting with our Pupils' Christmas Quiz later this term. Well-chosen our HB & HG! The Head Boy and Head Girl selected Street Invest as the charity for2020/21. This charity is based locally and not only do they undertake incredible work to support children living in poverty or on the streets within the UK, but they also highlight awareness and raise funds for street children in Africa and India. Our staff took part in a sponsored marathon walk in June 2021June from Windsor to Teddington lock, raising over £2600 for the charity and their incredible work by the charity to help children living on the streets. For the 2019/20 academic year we are supporting React, (Rapid Effective Assistance for Children with potentially Terminal illness), who are a dynamic charity working to improve the quality of life for children with life-limiting illnesses living in financially disadvantaged households throughout the UK. Their work is unrivalled by any other organisation and they passionately believe that every child should have comfort, dignity, and the opportunity to participate in life as fully as possible. The following charities have been nominated over the past few years: We also regularly support other charities including MacMillan Cancer Support, the Anti-Bullying Alliance and Children in Need. In all these activities we like to think that the school and the pupils, teachers and parents who form its community come together for the help and benefit of others, often less fortunate than ourselves.
An international team of 12 authors of a study published in the journal BioScience on 24 October 2023 began the paper with a straightforward warning that "life on planet Earth is under siege" as the humanity is doing very little to prevent a disaster of epic proportions, triggered by climate change. “We are now in an uncharted territory. For several decades, scientists have consistently warned of a future marked by extreme climatic conditions because of escalating global temperatures caused by ongoing human activities that release harmful greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere. Unfortunately, time is up. We are seeing the manifestation of those predictions as an alarming and unprecedented succession of climate records are broken, causing profoundly distressing scenes of suffering to unfold. We are entering an unfamiliar domain regarding our climate crisis, a situation no one has ever witnessed firsthand in the history of humanity,” the report says. The document displays a diverse set of vital signs of the planet and the potential drivers of climate change and climate-related responses first presented in a Ripple & Wolf study in 2020, which declared a climate emergency and attracted more than 15,000 scientist signatories from 160 countries. Time is up In 2023, the scientists witnessed an extraordinary series of climate-related records being broken around the world. The rapid pace of change has surprised scientists and caused concern about the dangers of extreme weather, risky climate feedback loops, and the approach of damaging tipping points sooner than expected. More to read: Himalayan glaciers melting out at unprecedented speed This year, exceptional heat waves have swept across the world, leading to record high temperatures. The oceans have been historically warm, with global and North Atlantic sea surface temperatures both breaking records and unprecedented low levels of sea ice surrounding Antarctica, according to the authors, who further predict that the human civilization is rapidly approaching its collapse – some time at the turn of this century. In the study, the 12 authors included plenty of data points showing that in 2023, multiple climate records were broken by "enormous margins." The co-lead author, Christopher Wolf, a postdoctoral scholar at the Oregon State University (OSU), said in a statement, “Without actions that address the root problem of humanity taking more from the Earth than it can safely give, we’re on our way to the potential collapse of natural and socioeconomic systems and a world with unbearable heat and shortages of food and freshwater.” He reviewed the key numbers that need immediate attention from governments and international actors: The study came to life thanks to collaborative research by scientists from OSU College of Forestry, the Terrestrial Ecosystems Research Associates, the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, the University of Sydney, Brazil’s State University of Campinas, the University of Exeter, the Nanjing University, the Independent University Bangladesh, the Club of Rome Netherlands, and the University of Cambridge. The work was sponsored by the CO2 Foundation and Roger Worthington, an attorney and the owner of Worthy Brewing, an American firm. Feel free to support our small office: @businessnewsservice (PayPal) or IBAN - RO50BTRLEURCRT0490900501, Swift - BTRLRO22, Beneficiary - Rudeana SRL. Not feeling like donating? Then click on banners on our website to generate ad revenue. Any help is welcome.
There are a lot of people who aspire to learn martial arts Toronto not only because they want to know how to defend themselves but because they know that they can gain more strength and get a lot of benefits that they will not get from doing other things. When you start learning martial arts, you will realize that you will learn how to move in a more fluid manner. You will start to realize that gaining discipline is not an easy task to do but it is possible if you would be trained correctly. There is something about martial arts in Toronto that is beautiful. It may be because of the way that people move. People who know how to do it correctly will be moving not only in a strong way but also in an impressive manner. The movements that are normally done when people fight with each other may be intimidating but the fact cannot be denied that it can be beautiful as well. It would take a lot of time and effort in order to master those movements. Some people take years before they are able to perform the required movements with ease. Do you know that a lot of people nowadays lack discipline in order to learn? A lot of people feel that they know everything about a certain topic because it is easier to search online for various details as compared to how people searched for information in the past. If you would start learning martial arts, you will be forced to learn something that you may not have the natural skills for. Some people are able to pick up the right movements and the right positions immediately but most people would need more time to allow their bodies to adjust. Remember that discipline can be earned through martial arts but sometimes, you have to face hardships in learning the art that you choose to get to your goal. When you become immersed in the world of martial arts, you will realize that every time you try doing some of the steps and some of the movements, you tend to lose yourself in the process. You forget about all of the things that are causing you to feel stressed about life. You learn to embrace the art and you learn more in the process. If you would like to experience the magical feeling of learning martial arts, check out EMA Krav Maga Toronto. This may be what you are searching for. Do you know that when you start taking martial arts class in Toronto, you will have time to unplug yourself from the different stressors in your life? You know that you are always feeling stressed with work and there is a possibility that you are not too happy with your personal life too. While you are learning martial arts, you detach yourself from all of the aches and pains. It can give you the tranquillity you have always wanted to get.
You can tell Patrik Hermansson has been undercover for a year. The 26-year-old Swedish operative seems unwilling to give much away. Even his outfit – black shirt, black jeans, black trainers – betrays nothing. We meet at a cinema in Shoreditch, east London, where Hermansson will at last be the centre of attention: Undercover in the Alt-Right, his documentary about infiltrating white nationalist circles and exposing key figures, is being screened here for the first time. Hermansson, now working as a researcher for the anti-extremism group Hope Not Hate, unmasked a number of leading far-right agitators from the UK and the US, mapping their networks. Most of the film was made with a microphone and camera hidden beneath his shirt. One prominent alt-right American publisher is caught on record bragging about links to the White House. Anonymous members of the military are spotted at a secret meeting in Seattle, full of heavily armed Holocaust deniers. The film’s revelations have created splits and distrust among international alt-right groups. Pushing a sugar bowl around the table, Hermansson is more comfortable discussing the trials of his assignment than the triumphs. He recalls a slip-up when he introduced himself to his new associates with his real name. “It’s such an instinctive thing,” he laughs. (He “kind of saved it” by explaining at length how Swedes use their middle names.) He first moved to London in 2015 as a student. Studying political science at UCL, he came to the attention of Hope Not Hate, which sent him on a mission to infiltrate a global network of Holocaust denial, extreme racism, misogyny and white nationalism. Zeal for such ideas is growing among young men online. They have been emboldened by Donald Trump’s brand of right-wing populism. Racist and sexist views have new branding: “alt-right” is a modern term for movements that existed long before the arrival of grubby internet forums and social media. The climax of Hermansson’s documentary is the murder of Heather Heyer, during the white supremacist “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, in August 2017. Hermansson was at the rally when a self-described neo-Nazi, James Fields, accelerated his car into a crowd of counter-protestors. Notoriously, Trump referred to “very fine people on both sides” – a watershed moment for the alt-right activists, who were encouraged by what they interpreted as sympathy for their cause. Before arriving in London, Hermansson had been volunteering with Hope Not Hate’s sister organisation, Expo, in his home city of Stockholm. He had grown up watching the nationalist Sweden Democrats gain ground. They are now the country’s third largest party. He encountered a far-right group during a Pride march; they tried to block his way and waved homophobic banners. “These things add up,” says Hermansson, who is gay. “You see something ugly and you want to do as much as possible to stop it.” This is how, from October 2016 to September 2017, he came to live as “Erik Hellberg”. His alter ego was very similar to himself: a young, Swedish politics student. “You want to lie as little as possible – because every time you lie you have to remember that you lied.” With his blond hair and blue eyes , “Hellberg” was embraced by UK far-right figures – Scandinavian heritage is fetishised in such circles. One bizarre clip shows them drinking mead from a ceremonial Viking horn, raising it to the sky in a prayer to the Norse god Odin. Hermansson wheedled his way into this world by teaching Swedish in Soho to one of Britain’s most notorious alt-right figures. Stead Steadman, a middle-aged man behind the UK far-right group London Forum, invited Hermansson to tutor him at his favourite café, the Nordic Bakery, once a week. Much of his interloping was in Soho, where he would also socialise with university friends. He feared his two worlds would collide. “It’s strange living two separate lives,” he says. It is also “lonely at times”. Only his boyfriend and his Hope Not Hate supervisor knew his secret. “You have very little contact with your real self,” he adds. “Everything’s an act.” There were comical moments too. Fearing a mole, the London Forum tasked Hermansson to run background checks on new members, having somehow neglected to vet him first. “It’s super ironic and it was hilarious when I got asked,” he grins. Later, he was invited to speak at a secret alt-right conference in the US. Not wishing to promote hate speech, he instead chose the topic of infiltration into the alt-right. “I stuck to that, mostly because it’s really funny,” he says, with another smile. Yet he also grew numb to the daily hate. Suggesting that the Holocaust actually happened was a joke over a pint for these people. He witnessed a standing ovation for the 2017 massacre at Pulse, a gay club in Orlando. The “Jewish Question” is so often discussed it’s abbreviated to “JQ”. “In the beginning, you are shocked about everything. And after a while you are shocked about nothing… how easy it is to normalise is one of the scariest bits.” Hermansson became increasingly stressed about “screwing it all up” and with enough material on record, went public in a piece in the New York Times in September 2017. Security was arranged – his London address is secret. He chooses to ignore “the crowd of anonymous accounts” that now condemn him on Twitter. Why go through all of this, as an unpaid volunteer? Why give up his safety? “Lots of their ideas are becoming mainstream,” warns Hermansson. “Although they are very old ideas, they have been repackaged by the alt-right and taken up again by mainstream politicians.” Undercover in the Alt-Right is now available on Amazon Prime Video.
It’s no secret that the environment continues to undergo harm; we are constantly putting our planet in jeopardy. Today the word “sustainability” is thrown around somewhat haphazardly. In regard to fashion, it is often misunderstood. Due to the huge impact of fashion brands and supply chains on the environment, it’s incredibly important to understand what it really means to practice sustainable fashion. 1. Avoid Fast Fashion Fast fashion is an industry that uses cheap materials to make clothes extremely fast. Common chains include H&M, Uniqlo, and Zara. Although tempting, fast fashion is harmful to both consumers and the environment. Pieces are not meant to last, which encourages us to keep buying more. In addition, fast fashion contributes to negative environmental impacts including water pollution, toxic chemicals, and textile waste which can also be harmful to animals. In addition to benefits such as finding unique and cheaper pieces, thrifting is a great way to support sustainable fashion. Thrifting reduces water footprints, uses fewer chemicals, and consumes less energy. In addition, it is beneficial to consumers, because it poses the question: Do I truly need/want these items? How long will this last? Will this go out of style? Thus, you can become a more thoughtful consumer. 3. Buy Sustainable Materials Much of the clothing we buy is made of cotton, which is not necessarily portrayed as harmful. However, cotton is often made with an abundance of pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides that can make be extremely toxic to humans. In addition, its huge water consumption has major effects on ecosystems all over the world. Instead, consider opting for eco-friendly materials such as hemp, linen, and Lyocell. 4. Donate, Repurpose, or Recycle Supporting sustainable fashion doesn’t solely consist of making conscious decisions about buying. You also must consider how you treat the clothes you own. Once you’ve outgrown clothes or are simply not into them anymore, instead of just tossing clothes, consider recycling, donating, or repurposing. Textile recycling (i.e. clothing) makes a huge impact on the environment, namely in regards to waste. When you don’t just throw out our clothes, you are helping to reduce greenhouse gasses, save landfill space, and conserves energy. These are all important ways you can be helping the environment. An alternative to recycling is donating – this helps the multitude of people in need. Moreover, popular organizations include the Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and Project G.L.A.M. Finally, if you don’t want to part with your clothes, you can get creative and repurpose items into different DIY items, bags, or accessories. 5. Research Brands Although in an ideal world our favorite brands would be completely transparent, this is not the case. However, by doing a little research, it is easy to discover whether companies are eco-friendly. Look into the materials used and the general missions of brands. Becoming more educated is one of the most important steps in fighting against anti-environmental practices; once you do this, you can start to educate those around you. Free to use, no attribution required. Title Image Source Sign Up For Our Newsletter
Originally published in the Jul/Aug/Sept 2023 issue of Western Forester. Climate change is impacting landscapes on a large scale, and forests – one of our largest carbon sinks and a critical part of any climate mitigation strategy – are at risk. If climate change is making forests more vulnerable, can innovative forest stewardship make them more resilient, and sustain the role they play in watershed protection? This question led us at Northwest Natural Resource Group (NNRG) to create an experiment in practical forestry methods, in collaboration with forward-thinking partner organizations. The Nisqually Community Forest (NCF) is located in the foothills of Mount Rainier in Washington State, in the upper Nisqually River watershed. Forests across most of this landscape have been clearcut two or three times and replanted at high densities, leading to homogeneous stands of young trees competing for sunlight and increasingly limited soil moisture. NCF is on a mission to use forest management techniques to conserve and increase stream flows in the watershed, which provides valuable habitat for threatened Chinook salmon and steelhead populations, while also improving forest resilience in the face of climate change. In collaboration with NNRG, NCF is taking an ecological forest management approach of thinning the forest and managing for older trees that can better withstand the impacts of climate change, including greater resistance to fire and disease. Thinning forests can also increase drought tolerance by reducing the number of stems competing for finite water resources. The connection between tree canopy cover and water Tree canopy cover influences water availability in the forest. Continuous canopy cover, such as the tree crowns of overstocked stands, can intercept snow and cause it to melt or sublimate before reaching the ground. This can lead to less snow accumulation on the ground through the winter and then to drier soils in the summer. This is especially true on the west side of the Cascades, as the east side naturally sees sparser forests and more winter sun. Forestry techniques like thinning and gap cuts (small clearcuts around 0.5 to 1 acre in size) are sometimes recommended to increase snowpack, and thereby increase water availability and forest resilience in the face of drier conditions. NNRG wanted to provide local proof of concept for these forestry methods, and confirm they are likely to lead to increased snow accumulation and slower snow melt. Over the past two years, we’ve used several different methods to monitor the snow accumulation across three forest types: – gap cut, thinned, and control. Each area was monitored through a combination of trail cam photos, snow depth measurement transects, and snow water equivalent measurements. Our expectation was that more snow would accumulate in the gaps and the thinned forest than the control (unthinned) forest, where snow would be intercepted by tree crowns and would sublimate or melt more quickly than in areas with less dense canopy cover. We expected to see the most snow accumulation in the gaps. Snow and soil moisture The results indeed showed that significantly more snow accumulated in the gaps, and, key to our restoration work, the thinned forest also accumulated more snow than the unthinned forest. Thinning is the main forest management strategy we use at NNRG to improve forest health and generate revenue while also maintaining carbon stocks, providing cooling shade, and creating increasingly diverse wildlife habitat as the stands mature. The snow in the gaps and thinned areas also lasted significantly longer into spring – when the snow in the unthinned control forest had fully melted, the gap still had about three feet and the thinned areas had nearly a foot of snowpack. Stretching out the snowmelt later into the spring can reduce the impacts of summer drought on trees and increase the supply of cool water to streams, which will be increasingly essential for fish habitat as our climate warms. As an extension of this research, we’re also experimenting replanting the gaps in the forest with seedlings sourced from lower elevations and more southern seed zones – a strategy often referred to as “assisted migration.” The theory behind assisted migration is that the offsite seedlings will be more resilient to the warmer and drier conditions of the future. Over time, the gaps will be filled with young trees from what is hopefully a more drought-tolerant genotype of local species. This summer, we’ve started a soil moisture monitoring program to quantify the influence of the snowpack on soil moisture in each of the different management areas. We’re especially interested to see how well the different stands maintain their soil moisture throughout the summer. If you’d like to follow along as we release study updates, please subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.nnrg.org/subscribe/ Climate change forces us to think big. The scale of change, even locally, involves millions of acres, many of which are overstocked and vulnerable to the host of stresses that climate change exacerbates. But beyond thinking big, we need to learn and implement; large-scale changes have happened before and can happen again. The question we need to ask now is – how do we help the forest, so it can help us?
The Electronic Incarceration Program is an important part of the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office commitment to the successful reentry of offenders into society. The program allows classified minimum security inmates to serve the remainder of their sentence at home or in a treatment program, allowing the inmate to address their substance use issues and gain employment while being closely monitored 24 hours a day by Sheriff’s Office Staff using a tamper resistant GPS bracelet. This allows the offender to begin to reintegrate into their community and benefits the Sheriff’s Office and the taxpayer by relieving overcrowding and reducing the high costs of housing inmates in the correctional setting. Inmates on the Electronic Bracelet Program are responsible for their own basic needs (rent, phone, heat, food, medical, etc.).
“Wired vs Wireless (Part 3)” – IT Support Episode 26 Hi, I’m Christian from “Northstar IT” and this week I’m continuing my topic of, wired versus wireless networks. So as per a previous episode, we talked about making sure that you’ve got enough cables running around your office but we haven’t talked about specifically where to put them. So this week I want to talk about the wireless network. Most smaller offices will make the fatal error of running their wireless network from their wireless router. This is the same thing as you’re probably doing at home. However, I don’t know about your house or office but I can guarantee you the place where my router is both, home and in the office is not in the most sensible place to get good coverage and bandwidth across either my home or my office. So, a tip for you, we recommend a brand called “Ubiquiti” for our wireless access points. They’re really good, you’ll find them in hotels around the world. And they look a little bit like a flying saucer. And of course where is the logical place to put a flying saucer looking wireless access point? Yep, you’d guessed it up there. So when you’re running your network cables around your building it’s not just around walls, floors, where the desks are that you need to plan for. It will be sensible to make sure you put some in the ceilings as well and this can not only be limited to wireless access points, CCTV and a host of other devices that will no doubt crop up in the future as well. The more cables you have the better and certainly in more places. But always consult your IT support people they’ll give you some really good advice to make sure you maximize your investment at the beginning and save money in the long term. Until next time. (magical “out-of-this-world” finger snap)
Posted: December 25th, 2022 Narcissistic vs Borderline Personality Disorders essay 1. Discuss unique features associated with interviewing a patient who has a narcissistic personality disorder. Describe your approach to the comprehensive assessment of someone with this personality disorder. 2. Discuss unique features associated with interviewing a patient who has borderline personality disorder. Describe your approach to the comprehensive assessment of 6. someone with this personality disorder. Narcissistic vs Borderline Personality Disorders essay Assessment of Personality Disorders: Narcissistic and Borderline Personality Disorders Personality assessment entails the use specific tools and techniques to determine a person’s personality. It is employed in the diagnosis of psychological derangements. Narcissistic personality disorder is defined by presence of grandiose fantasies coupled to mental and physiological comorbidities. Interview should seek to elicit the pathognomic traits of overinflated ego and fantasies of grandiosity (Kacel, 2017). This is elicited using various questionnaires such as the personality diagnostic questionnaire- (PDQ-4) and the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI); which assess patients’ cognition, attitudes and behavior. A comprehensive personality assessment examines attitudes and behavior through patient interviews. Additionally, projection tests such as The Rorschach Inkblot Tests are coupled to self-report inventories such as MMPI for a diagnosis to be made following the (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders- fifth edition) DSM-V manual (Zimmerman, 2019). These provide the clinical profile as well as a complete examination of the patient’s unconscious challenges, desires, and fears. Borderline personality is identified based on the presenting symptoms and their contexts. During the interview, the clinician seeks to elicit specific signs and symptoms which fall under the following categories; cognitive, affectivity, impulse control and interpersonal functioning (Biskin, 2012) Narcissistic vs Borderline Personality Disorders essay. According to DSM-5, a diagnosis is made only if the subject displays five or more of the specific criteria outlined. The patients often display marked impulsivity from early years, and persistent pattern of unpredictability in affect, self-image and interpersonal relationships. A holistic assessment requires the examination of the signs elicited in different contexts to allow for the distinction between borderline and other personality disorders (Bogaerts, 2021). Narcissistic vs Borderline Personality Disorders essay This is made by finding the trigger to the specific mood and behavioral disturbances elicited as in borderline disorder, it is often due to external stimuli for example an argument with a sibling thus high stress level. Biskin, R. S., & Paris, J. (2012). Diagnosing borderline personality disorder. CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, 184(16), 1789. Bogaerts, A., Luyckx, K., Bastaens, T., Kaufmann, E. A., &Claes, L. (2021). Identity impairment as a central dimension in personality pathology. Journal of Psychopathology and Behavioral Assessment, 43(1), 33-42. Kacel, E. L., Ennis, N., & Pereira, D. B. (2017). Narcissistic personality disorder in clinical health psychology practice: Case studies of comorbid psychological distress and life-limiting illness. Behavioral Medicine, 43(3), 156-164. Zimmermann, J., Kerber, A., Rek, K., Hopwood, C. J., & Krueger, R. F. (2019). A brief but comprehensive review of research on the alternative DSM-5 model for personality disorders. Current Psychiatry Reports, 21(9), 1-19. Narcissistic vs Borderline Personality Disorders essay Place an order in 3 easy steps. Takes less than 5 mins.
‘A Geotraverse across the Caledonian Thrust Sheets of Northern Scotland – implications for regional tectonic models’ – Professor Rob Strachan of Portsmouth University. The talk will present a traverse across the best exposed cross-section through the east-dipping Caledonian thrust sheets of northern Scotland. We will start in the west at Faraid Head, Durness and Loch Eriboll in well known exposures of the Moine Thrust Zone and then progress east and structurally upwards into the lesser well known Moine rocks with inliers of Archaean basement. These exposures include garnet grade metasedimentary rocks and metagabbro intrusions around the Kyle of Tongue in the Moine Nappe, and the overlying migmatitic paragneisses of the Naver Nappe between Torrisdale Bay and Kirtomy. Further east are the enigmatic gneisses of the Strathy Complex, the tectonic setting of which has been the subject of recent reinterpretation. An important aim is to show how the integration of geochronology and field geology helps to build up regional tectonic models for the evolution of northern Scotland in Neoproterozoic to Lower Palaeozoic times. Rob Strachan studied for his BSc Honours degree at the University College of Wales Aberystwyth, where his mapping project carried out on the Ross of Mull sparked his interest in the metamorphic rocks of the Scottish Caledonides. He then went to the University of Keele to carry out his PhD studies on the Moine rocks of the Loch Eil area in West Inverness-shire. His teaching career started at Oxford Brookes University, he later moved to the University of Portsmouth where he is Professor of Geology. Over the years he has authored many academic papers on the Scottish Caledonides and either collaboratively or single-handedly has been involved in the remapping of nine BGS 1:50,000 scale geology maps in Sutherland and Ross-shire. He is co-editor of the forthcoming 5 th edition of “The Geology of Scotland”. You can register for the talk using the link below
As soon as I stepped into the building something felt different but I wasn’t sure why. After a few minutes I began to realize: it’s the air. There was a refreshing feeling with each deep breath. Developer John Roe created this atmosphere by blending several different technologies together in a way that’s never been done before. For example, he fully implemented the concept of “Passive House,” which is a standard for energy efficiency that originated in Germany. It includes wrapping the outside of the building air tight and doubling the amount of insulation, making it similar to a thermos – always retaining the temperature you want. The building also brings in air from the outside and continuously filters it fresh 24/7.
Figure 1 - Share of the global economy in purchasing power parity terms While the 1990s was a lost decade for much of the developing world, growth rates picked up significantly in the 2000s, with the number of developing countries beginning to converge strongly with the affluent OECD countries leaping from 12 to 65 (Figure 2). The strong performance of China and India has had a significant impact on the rest of the developing world. Responding to this trend, the OECD has set out to strengthen its relations with major emerging economies. It has strengthened its links with Brazil, China, India, Indonesia and South Africa and recently welcomed Chile as its 31st member and it has extended invitations to join to Estonia, Israel and Slovenia. Russia is also negotiating to become a member. What does the rise of large developing countries mean for development? In converging countries Since 1990, the number of people in the world living on less than a dollar-a-day has fallen by over one quarter - approximately 500 million. So far, however, these reductions have mainly been concentrated in one country – China. Other countries have made progress but at a pace insufficient to counter the effect of population growth. Poverty reduction still represents a major challenge for the developing world. Inequality in many rapidly growing developing economies has also been increasing. "Thanks to the rapid growth rates in emerging economies, their governments can now afford to boost public spending on social protection. This is a powerful tool to reduce inequality." said Angel Gurría, Secretary-General of the OECD (read the full speech). "Investing in social infrastructure may also contribute to diminish the propensity to save of these economies, contributing to a more balanced global economy." he added. In poor and struggling countries Due to their rapid growth and sheer size, India and China influence the key macroeconomic variables that matter for poor countries: interest rates, the price of raw materials, and wage levels for low-skill jobs. They also have major impacts on global trading and investment patterns. Poor and struggling countries will need national development strategies which respond to these global trends to ensure that they thrive in a global economy in which China and India have greater weight. The report finds that more could be made of the economic ties between developing countries. "South-South links" in trade, aid and investment are an increasingly important source of knowledge and finance for development. For example, lowering tariffs on trade between developing nations to the levels that prevail between northern countries would be worth almost double the gains achievable by a similar reduction on North-South trade. Figure 3 - Potential gains from South-South trade liberalisation Overall, shifting wealth is good news for development and good news for the global economy. "Growth in the developing world is an opportunity for the global economy to shift up a gear, which is confirmed by the role some emerging economies are playing in the current economic recovery", Mr. Gurría commented.
EUR to HKD historical exchange rates Get access to 20+ years of euro to Hong Kong dollar exchange rates, broken down by daily, monthly & yearly periods. EUR to HKD historical rates \|July 31, 2023\|\|8.639084\| \|August 31, 2023\|\|8.540906\| \|September 30, 2023\|\|8.364975\| \|October 31, 2023\|\|8.268683\| \|November 30, 2023\|\|8.446219\| \|December 9, 2023\|\|8.456844\| Subscribe to currency updates and tips from our OFXperts We monitor global events and FX markets day and night, so you don’t have to. "*" indicates required fields Ready to make a transfer? Sign up in less than 5 minutes. - Currency Name: Euro - Currency Code: EUR - Currency Symbol: €, - Central Bank: European Central Bank (ECB) - Reserve Currency: The Euro is considered a reserve currency. - Safe Haven: The Euro is not considered a safe haven currency. - Countries Used In: Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Netherlands, Greece, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Malta, Slovenia, Latvia, Cyprus, Luxembourg, Estonia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Andorra, Finland, Monaco, Montenegro, San Marino, Vatican City, Kosovo - Major Unit: One Euro - Minor Unit: One cent - Minor units (cents) per Euro: 100 - Note Denominations: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100 - Coin Denominations: 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, €2 The euro (symbol: €; code: EUR) is the official currency of 19 of the 27 member states of the European Union. - Currency name: Hong Kong dollar - Currency code: HKD - Currency symbol: $, HK$ - Central bank: Hong Kong Monetary Authority - Reserve currency: The Hong Kong dollar is not considered a reserve currency. - Safe haven: The Hong Kong dollar is not considered a safe haven currency. - Countries used in: Hong Kong - Major unit: One Hong Kong dollar - Minor unit: One cent - Minor units (cents) per Hong Kong dollar: 100 - Note denominations: HK$10, HK$20, HK$50, HK$100, HK$500, HK$1000 - Coin denominations: 10 cents. 20 cents, 50 cents, HK$1, HK$2, HK$5, HK$10
A Toronto condominium community recently endured a tenant from hell. In MTCC 1025 v. Hui, residents, security staff and contractors were subject to a tenant’s threatening and disturbing behaviour, including: - Threatening a security guard with a knife; - Exposing himself and performing lewd acts in the common elements of the condominium building; - Attempting to force his way into a resident’s car and a contractor’s van; - Defacing unit doors and nearby walls; - Setting up a chair and blocking the entrance of the building, not allowing residents to enter (so they had to enter via the loading dock), and the list goes on. The owner of the unit cooperated with the corporation from the outset. She delivered an eviction notice to the tenant and applied to the Landlord and Tenant Board for an urgent hearing, but the request for an expedited hearing was denied. The corporation brought an application for a compliance order against the tenant and owner. At some point in the interim, the tenant was arrested and therefore no longer on site. The court had no trouble granting a compliance order against the tenant for breaching section 117 of the Condo Act (which prohibits any dangerous activity that is likely to damage property or cause injury), the corporation’s declaration, rules and the Occupational Health and Safety Act when misconduct was levelled at staff. But who was responsible for the corporation’s costs of the application? The court found that the owner and tenant were responsible for the corporation’s costs of $10,000. The corporation’s rules made the owner responsible for costs incurred by the corporation as a result of a breach by the owner or occupants of the unit. The corporation had to incur costs because of the breaches of the rules by the tenant. The court had sympathy for the owner because she fully cooperated with the condominium and took steps to have her tenant removed and paid out of pocket for added security. But the court also considered that it would be unfair to the other owners of units to be responsible for the costs of the application which was required to compel the tenant to comply. A successful condo is entitled to recover its legal fees in a compliance matter, once the court has decided that the compliance order is called for. The corporation did not obtain an award of damages but did obtain an award of costs against the owner, so it is possible that the “additional actual costs” of obtaining the order may still be added to the owner’s common expenses. This case is a reminder that unit owners are ultimately responsible for their occupant’s conduct even when the owner cooperates and takes reasonable steps to obtain compliance. This framework protects other innocent owners from being burdened with legal costs because of one bad resident. Unit owners should expect to take full responsibility for their occupants and should seriously consider the consequences when leasing their units and vetting tenants. It’s also a reminder to condominium corporations to involve owners early when occupant misconduct first arises and to provide the owners with the information they need to take steps to evict their tenant. There are compliance cases where owners have been relieved from paying costs or cost awards reduced because the corporation did not inform owners of misconduct early or did not supply full particulars to the owner to take appropriate steps. These corporations had to collect their costs from the tenants without the added security of a registered lien against a unit.
In 1969, William Zukof helped found The Western Wind, a vocal sextet that continues to spread an appreciation for acapella music throughout Manhattan and the world. A New York native, he began his musical career as a child on the West Side, studying under esteemed choral director Earl Robinson at the Metropolitan Music School. Highlights on his accomplished resume include performing under Leonard Bernstein at the Vatican and having one of his ensemble’s songs nominated for a Grammy Award. The Western Wind also holds workshops on ensemble singing for both children and adults, which according to Zukof, participants call “life changing.” As for the future, he said his focus lies in being able to “share the joy of ensemble singing with as many people as we can.” How did the ensemble come about?Originally it was a collection of young singers who were really interested in early music. That means music of the Renaissance, early Baroque and Medieval music. We were all studying with various teachers. Explain what The Western Wind is and its purpose.It’s a vocal sextet, acapella. We generally work without instruments, but occasionally we will bring some to play with us. And one of our members plays guitar sometimes with us on certain pieces. But basically it’s six voices, acapella. And the repertoire that’s developed from our additional interest in Renaissance music has expanded to include early American. This is music from the time of the American Revolution and it came out in a very timely fashion in 1973, 1974, when the American Bicentennial was in the air. So we did an LP called “Early American Vocal Music” and lo and behold it was nominated for a Grammy. We’re still performing it. We just performed it at our concert on March 12. What does the name of the sextet refer to?Well, we all lived on the West Side of Manhattan. It was 1969. Rock groups had names like the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, The Monkees, The Grateful Dead. We wanted a name that was kind of cool. The Western Wind is also a song from the 1500s and a poem. You can see the poem in a lot of poetry anthologies. It was even on the subway’s poetry series. It’s beautiful poem and a beautiful melody goes with it. It just seemed like a great name and we were also living on the West Side. And the name allowed us to expand into contemporary classical music with new works written for us by living composers as well as pop and jazz arrangements. So we do everything now from early medieval music to Billy Joel. What have been some of your favorite pieces to perform through the years?That’s really hard to say. You know, there’s nothing like Renaissance Italian. We also do some wonderful music by Salamone Rossi, who is a Jewish composer who lived in Mantua. In the Renaissance, music was written by singers for singers. All the composers were singers. So it’s just a wonderfully vocal experience. But then, my other favorite stuff is contemporary, written by living composers. We have a new piece by Meredith Monk called “Basket Rondo” along with Eric Salzman’s “Jukebox in the Tavern of Love.” You’re a New York native. How do you think Manhattan shapes musicians?I’m from Manhattan. I used to live on 103rd Street and 105th Street. I still have the same ZIP code. I lived on 108th Street, off of Broadway. There’s an incredible mélange of cultures here both musical and in every other way. So we’re all exchanging cultural DNA. How did you first get involved in music? Did you begin at a young age?Yes, as a child. I went to music school and the choral director was a guy named Earl Robinson. He wrote “Ballad for Americans” and “The Lonesome Train” about Lincoln’s funeral. He also wrote “The House I Live In” and Frank Sinatra sang that. He also wrote, “The ink is black. The page is white. Together we learn to read and write,” after the 1954 desegregation decision of the Supreme Court. He was a politically active composer. And I was in his kids’ choir in the Metropolitan Music School on 74th Street. Tell us about the members of the ensemble. Is there an audition process?The group ranges in age now from mid-30s to early 60s. People tend to stay with the ensemble for a long because the singers have a lot of input and autonomy. When we needed new members, we would reach out to the singing community, mostly through personal connections. We didn’t have a mass call because what we do is fairly specialized. And New York has a wonderful community of people with great skill. There are a lot of wonderful voices and great musicians but it had to be somebody who wanted to work collaboratively who we would be comfortable with driving in a car with for five to six hours. That’s important.
Pan’s Labyrinth, the gorgeous film by Guillermo del Toro, was on TV again the other day, and just seeing certain scenes brought all the feelings I had upon my first viewing flooding back. I should say at the outset that it is easily one of the best fantasy films in recent memory. Nevertheless, I left the theater with a niggling discomfort. Where the discomfort came from I didn’t know. Until now. Big old spoilers after the jump. First, some literary theory. Probably you’ve already heard of Joseph Campbell’s monomyth from his Hero With a Thousand Faces. It’s also called the heroic quest, although I prefer to call it the boy’s quest to distinguish it from the girl’s quest, which is markedly different. Part of the problem with Pan’s Labyrinth – and I’ll get back to that below – is that the story, for the most part, is a girl’s quest, but it ends in a boy quest way. Here’s the general progression of the boy’s quest, as a review: -Boy lives in happy childhood land -Boy is called to the quest, refuses it, then is forced to accept it -Boy is guided into the world of the quest – a fantastic wilderness world filled with magical creatures and scary people – by a helpful guide figure -Boy gathers companions to help him with the quest -Boy fights “the dragon” (the Bad Guy) -Boy reunites with his father -Boy is recognized as a hero (a Man), gets the girl, often becomes king, is in full possession of his powers, lives happily ever after as the Master of Two Worlds (the public “real world” and the fantasy/quest world) It’s the plot of Star Wars and about a billion other stories. The main idea is that a boy becomes a man by entering a wondrous but somewhat threatening world, mastering its rules, and killing a bunch of things in it. His reward is kingship and a girl. Pan’s Labyrinth, on the other hand, is mostly a typical girl’s quest, which goes like this: -Girl lives in grey, unhappy/ambiguous childhood land -Girl is called to quest, refuses it, is forced to accept it -Girl is guided into the world of the quest – usually a world that is an uncanny version of her home life or a threatening wonderland that has no discernable rules – by a guide who is a phony or a trickster -Girl sometimes, but not always, gathers companions. Often one of them will be an evil seducer figure. -Girl fights “the dragon” -Girl reunites with father (or mother) figure, finds him to be another phony -Girl returns home, having learned a lesson about herself and her own powers In short: the girl becomes a woman by entering a scary world, realizing the rules of that world are false, and returning home. It’s the plot of Alice in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz, Labyrinth, and a bunch of other fantasy stories that star female protagonists. Let’s break down Pan’s Labyrinth: -Ofelia lives in grey, unhappy childhood -She is called to the quest by the Faun, an ambiguous trickster figure -The Faun guides her into the labyrinth, which is both a scary fantasy world and, importantly, part of her home -She gathers companions – the Spanish Maquis – who will help defeat Captain Vidal -The girl succeeds in her first task but is seduced by the Pale Man (although, interestingly, he seduces her with food, not sex—but it’s the same thing in literature, right?) -Ofelia fights her step-father (the Dragon), who is another phony, and steals her baby brother from him So far, it’s basically the girl’s quest. Here’s where it shifts… -Ofelia passes the Faun’s tricky test by dying instead of allowing her brother to be hurt -Ofelia returns “home” to the Underworld, recognized as a hero, where she takes her rightful place as Princess Moanna So what we have here is a girl’s quest that ends like a boy’s quest. Rather than return to a private, domestic space where she can get married and have babies, she is revealed to be a princess. By passing the test in the film, she has proven her worth and can lead her people in the Underworld. So here’s my problem: The movie is about the Spanish Civil War! That is to say, the Good Guys are Republicans and the Bad Guys are authoritarians. So I have a problem that Ofelia’s reward is becoming an authoritarian (a princess) – and those monarchs are supposed to be Good Guys. Del Toro’s downfall was replacing the girl quest ending with boy quest ending. The boy quest ending isinherently authoritarian. The boy hero gains mastery over the two worlds, thus proving he will be able to dominate them as a (hopefully enlightened) king. Although born under strange circumstances (often as an orphan or a bastard or a pig farmer or something), he shows his noble blood through the completion of his tasks and takes his “rightful place” on the throne. How antithetical to republican values can you get? Thus, by using this standard ending, del Toro completely undermined his own themes. Anyone else have this problem, or am I the only one? To read the reviews of the film, you’d think almost everyone else in the world disagrees with me. Here’s an article from Wired, which claims that the moral of the story is that fantasies save us from fascism, because they allow us escape. Ofelia can rebel against her step-father because she can imagine another world in which he is not in charge. She flees to the forest (a place of fantasy) and there meets up with the rebels who help her defeat her step-dad. In this reading, her death is a liberation from her terrible life to a wonderful land of fantasy. Roger Ebert likewise claims the movie is anti-fascist because Ofelia rebels against the authority of the Faun by refusing to harm her brother. Most of the other reviews go like this: “Blah blah blah… the power of imagination.” All of these arguments are great, but they ignore the final scene. In my reading, Ofelia’s death is a liberation from Spanish fascism, but it’s only a liberation to the benevolent fascism of the Underworld. The somewhat happy ending of the parallel “real world” plot, in which the resistance fighters kill Captain Vidal, is still horrifying, because its final image is of a woman sobbing over the body of a dead little girl. The film seems to acknowledge that imagination can’t obscure the fact that, in real life, the fascists won the war. The power of the imagination didn’t beat the power of the gun. A.O. Scott of the NY Times has an interesting reading of the film that is more ambiguous than the ones I referenced above. Here’s the beginning of his review: - “Set in a dark Spanish forest in a very dark time — 1944, when Spain was still in the early stages of the fascist nightmare from which the rest of Europe was painfully starting to awaken — “Pan’s Labyrinth” is a political fable in the guise of a fairy tale. Or maybe it’s the other way around. Does the moral structure of the children’s story — with its clearly marked poles of good and evil, its narrative of dispossession and vindication — illuminate the nature of authoritarian rule? Or does the movie reveal fascism as a terrible fairy tale brought to life?” The reviews above, and most of the ones I’ve read, lean toward the former; my reading leans towards the latter. Perhaps A.O. Scott is right in saying that the amazing thing about the film is that it allows both readings, balancing the two worlds just so to highlight the tension between the two. Or, it would if del Toro didn’t say afterwards that Ofelia really DID go to the Underworld and that last image wasn’t just a dying girl’s incoherent thoughts, thus ruining the wonderful equivocation. Oh well. Anyway, what do you think? Did you read the film as a fairytale in which good was triumphant and evil was destroyed by the Power of Imagination? Or did you read it my way, as a good film that undermined its own themes by adhering to a fairytale structure that is inherently authoritarian? Or did you read it like A.O. Scott, as a film that was aware of and highlighted its own inconsistencies to point out the ambiguity of both fairytales and the Spanish Civil War? Or something else?
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Oxford Playhouse was built as a repertory theatre in 1938; the last new theatre to be constructed before the war. The repertory years meant that a resident company of actors performed one play in the evenings whilst rehearsing the next during the day-times. The relentless schedule meant that audiences had the opportunity to see actors such as John Gielgud, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Ronnie Barker and Dirk Bogarde perform many roles on the Playhouse stage. Perhaps the most famous production in the theatre’s history was an Oxford University Dramatic Society’s Dr Faustus in 1966. Alongside the student performers starred Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, perhaps the most famous couple in the world at the time. Other notable student performers over the years have included Rowan Atkinson, Michael Palin and Dudley Moore, and more recently, Emily Mortimer and Emilia Fox. Students who went on to success in other fields included politicians Shirley Williams and Nigel Lawson, director John Schlesinger and writers Alan Bennett and Christopher Hampton. Though highly valued locally and held in national regard, the Playhouse often had a precarious financial position, and eventually closed in 1987 due to a lack of funds to carry out essential modernisation. Directors’ Hedda Beeby and Tish Francis were appointed to re-open the theatre, which they managed to do in 1991 after a long fundraising campaign and major refurbishment. Since then, the theatre has gone from strength to strength, presenting a varied programme of high quality drama, dance, music, comedy, poetry and lectures. Though no longer a repertory theatre, the Playhouse is producing once again. See Oxford Playhouse Productions for more information. A Longer History An appeal to raise £25,000 to build Oxford Playhouse began in 1934, led by the young enthusiast Eric Dance when he joined the directors of the Oxford Repertory Company: Arthur Brough, Edward Wilkinson and Stanford Holme. In addition to the financial challenge, there was strong local objection to the building of a theatre, but the design of the façade by Sir Edward Maufe and theatre by F.G.M. Chancellor of the Frank Matcham & Co. firm of architects eventually silenced the opposition and building began on land leased by St John's College. It was to be a home for The Oxford Players, who had been using the Red Barn on Woodstock Road (a former game museum with a reputation for uncomfortable seats and draughty conditions) for the previous 15 years. Oxford Playhouse opened its doors on Beaumont Street on the 20th October 1938 with a glittering gala performance of JB Fagan's And So To Bed. The War Years During the war years the Playhouse survived and indeed to some extent thrived, as it attracted actors and directors who were unable to perform in London's closed theatres, but the early 1950s brought new financial problems for the director, Frank Shelley who ran the theatre in the actor manager tradition. He had helped to nurture the careers of many, including a young Maggie Smith and Ronnie Barker, but the company gave its last performance in April 1956. Frank Hauser and The Meadow Players Later that year a new chapter was opened when Frank Hauser took over and introduced The Meadow Players - a resident company that was to firmly establish the Playhouse as one of the nation's leading drama houses. Their first season saw 5 world premieres, 3 British premieres and set a standard for 18 years of producing which introduced European classics and employed many of the best actors of the time, such as Sybil Thorndike, Dirk Bogarde, Judi Dench and Ian McKellen. Despite the artistic success of the Meadow Players, by the 1960s the Playhouse company was once again in debt and the theatre in urgent need of modernisation. In 1961 the University of Oxford purchased the lease of the theatre and work was undertaken under the first University Theatre administrator, Elizabeth Sweeting. The use of the theatre was shared between The Meadow Players and the numerous student and city drama groups, and during the 60s and early 70s the careers of countless performers and practitioners were launched. Returning to Oxford and his mentor Nevill Coghill, Richard Burton together with Elizabeth Taylor, famously appeared in the OUDS production of Dr Faustus in 1966. The couple's generosity initiated fundraising for the Playhouse workshop and The Burton Rooms - later to become the Burton Taylor studio theatre, which is an intimate space for student and professional drama, managed by the Playhouse. Sadly in 1974 the Meadow Players folded due to mounting financial constraints but inspired by the success of the final "Summer Season" at the Playhouse, Elizabeth Sweeting and Gyles Brandreth established an Oxford Theatre Festival. Later that year, Gordon McDougall formed Anvil Productions, the new Oxford Playhouse Company and with his co-director Nicolas Kent - and later Richard Williams - produced and toured a mixture of new plays, classics and comedies, notably Mephisto and Happy End (starring a young Bob Hoskins) But once again, despite last ditch appeals and rescue packages, with increasing costs, dwindling resources and the tightening of fire restrictions following the Bradford Stadium and Kings Cross rail disasters, the Playhouse was forced to close its doors in 1987. During the closure years there were various strategic campaigns to save the building and a number of support groups continued to fight for its re-opening but it was not until May 1989 that the Oxford Playhouse Trust (set up by the University) was registered as an independent company; in July the same year it was awarded charitable status. Tish Francis and Hedda Beeby were appointed Joint Directors of the Playhouse in November 1989 and the following summer launched a phased £2 million appeal for the theatre's refurbishment and refitting. Work began on site in October 1990. £400,000 was raised in the first six months and the leases finally transferred to Oxford Playhouse Trust in 1991. Into the Millennium On 15th April 1991 the Playhouse re-opened with Geraldine Aaron's Same Old Moon, produced by Bridget Hayward's Theatre Division. Work was still in progress, however, with further funds needed to complete the first phase. Five years of campaigning raised a further £1.35m which, added to a Lottery award of £2.2m in 1995, funded major remodelling works.. During the summer of 1996 the seats were removed and replaced in continental configuration, the circle and bar re-built and air conditioning installed. A second National Lottery award in 1997 funded a further phase of work, which included the creation of a new rehearsal space and fire exits. Over the past decade the Playhouse has built a reputation as one of Britain's leading theatres, presenting the best work from the national touring circuit, international theatre and increasingly producing, launching and commissioning new work. Its creative and producing ambitions were rewarded in 2001 when Arts Council England announced a phased £200,000 uplift as part of a nationwide re-investment in regional theatre taking effect from 2002. If you are interested in Playhouse history, you might like to read Oxford Playhouse: High and Low Drama in a University City by Don Chapman, which gives a comprehensive account of the theatre's history. Don, former arts critic for the Oxford Mail and Oxford Times, has researched the Playhouse for more than a decade. His book was published in October 2008 by University of Hertfordshire Press to coincide with the Playhouse 70th Anniversary and is available, priced £19 from bookshops. There are video and audio interviews on the BBC Oxford website, relating to Oxford Playhouse’s history, recorded to celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2008.
The objective of environmental health care is to protect the health and safety of the living environment for humans and animals. The tasks of environmental health care include food control, tobacco control, quality control of drinking water and bathing water, housing and veterinary care. The City of Tampere organises the environmental health services of Tampere, Kangasala, Pälkäne, Orivesi, Juupajoki, Valkeakoski, Aka and Urjala as hosts. More information can be found on the City of Tampere's own environmental health care webpages. Lost and Stray Animals The Boondock animal centre in Orivesi should be contacted if you find a lost or stray animal. p. 03 334 5490 www.boondocks.fi (in Finnish)
The Pantheon in Rome Basilica of Santa Maria and Martyres The Pantheon, literally means all gods, was originally dedicated to every gods in ancient Roman time. Though the idea of having one church to worship all gods seems questionable, some people suspected that the building was surrounded by many gods’ statues and thus the name. Other people suggested that the building itself, the dome looks like the path to heaven. It does not sound like a proper name of the building but there
Interstate 5 is the lone Interstate connecting all three Pacific coastal states, and it connects all of the most important locales in those states, save for the San Francisco Bay Area. Interstate 5 runs between the points where the northern and southern borders of the United States approach the Pacific Ocean. That doesn't mean it stays along the Pacific Coast for its entire length, though; it stays inland for the majority of its journey. For almost all of its length, Interstate 5 replaced the former US Route 99, which no longer exists. The northern end is at Blaine, Washington, near the shores of Puget Sound, at a border crossing close to Vancouver, British Columbia. From there, Interstate 5 heads south, staying near Puget Sound, through Seattle, to bend westerly into Tacoma. Then, it straightens out to head south again, at Olympia. Interstate 5 crosses the Columbia River out of Washington into Portland, Oregon. Interstate 5 continues south across the rest of Oregon, providing access to Corvallis, Salem, Eugene, Grants Pass, and Medford. Then, it enters California, where it skewers down the middle of the state until it reaches southern California. That central pathing through northern California allows the freeway to reach Redding, Sacramento, and Stockton. In southern California, Interstate 5 exits the Central Valley to pass over some mountains; the descent from those mountains places Interstate in the Los Angeles metroplex. It passes downtown Los Angeles, bowing southeasterly through Orange County to a point where it starts to cut south toward the Pacific coast. Interstate 5 stays near the coast for the rest of its length, passing through Oceanside and Carlsbad to reach its final locale, the San Diego area. Interstate 5 ends at a border crossing between San Ysidro, California, and Tijuana, Mexico. My photo of an Interstate 5 marker indicates the onramp to the southbound side of the freeway, for traffic leaving the Sacramento Airport. California installs these guide markers at every entrance to a freeway in the state. This photo was taken just after landing at the Sacramento Airport in April 2015. Back to the nationwide main page. Back to the home page.
The Leadership Retreat today agreed to hand over responsibility for electricity generation to the Energy, Water and Sanitation Authority (EWASA). The decision was part of a renewed drive to address challenges in reaching electricity production targets. Vincent Karega, Minister of Infrastructure said; “For increased effectiveness, EWASA has been tasked with both generation and distribution of electricity, and the ministry will continue to develop policy and oversee implementation. Rwanda cannot achieve our vision for rapid development if we do not urgently and effectively address our energy deficit.” Rwanda’s target is 1000MW by 2017 and plans are underway to increase production by 25% in the next year. Energy is also one of the Rwanda Development Board’s priorities over the next 12 months as it works to meet its investment target of $550 million. In order to meet this goal, RDB has chosen energy, agriculture, tourism and ICT as priorities and will target specific countries seeking to invest in these areas. He also said that the RDB would now be the chief negotiator for all government investment project and that contracts contain penalty clauses for companies that fail to deliver, ‘As RDB continues to lead reforms to improve the business climate and attract more investors, we will also make sure we always get the best deal possible for Rwanda.’ RDB has also set up a special co-ordination unit to support SMEs, particularly in agriculture, trade and manufacturing.
If you aren’t caught up on online trends with marketing, then you may be wondering exactly what SEO rankings are and why they’re even important. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization, and it is a practice of strategies and techniques used to increase visitors to a website. It is done by obtaining a higher ranking placement in the results page of a search engine, such as Google or Bing. Why is SEO ranking important? Think about your typical user habits when you use a search engine. Most users won’t be clicking through several pages of results to find what they are searching for. They will most likely click one of the very first links, or at least something that appears on the first page of results. Users trust search engines and the results they provide. Moving away from just using search engines, having good SEO ranking practices typically provides for a better user experience and usability of a website. The practice is also a good tool for the social promotion of your website. People who can find your website through traditional means, like Google, are more likely to share your website on their various social media platforms. There is nothing but good that can come from having good SEO rankings–so why not start these practices today? 1. There is so much more to SEO rankings than keyword density. Yes, keywords are important when it comes to SEO ranking. But there needs to be more to your approach or strategy than just creating a backlog of irrelevant keywords. Google changed their algorithm back in 2013, that changed the way people had to look at SEO rankings. Google can interpret natural language, to the point where keywords and phrases in your text don’t necessarily matter. And when you do choose to add keywords, they need to come with a higher relevance or be more subtle. Keywords and phrases need to be included in excellent style content that people actually want to read. 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A secure roof forms the first line of defense against water penetrations, and a tightly sealed roof delivers energy efficiency that can last for decades. But property owners do not necessarily come to the roof materials selection process with in-depth knowledge. That’s why the professionals at Perry Roofing have created a list of options to help you make an informed decision on your next roof. What Property Owners Need to Know About Commercial Roofing Systems It’s important to understand that commercial and residential roofing materials and systems are dissimilar in many ways. Although residential and commercial roofs serve the same purpose, the building materials, structural elements, and maintenance are worlds apart. If you are considering a new commercial roof or upgrading an existing one, these are three options to consider. Modified Bitumen Roofs These highly reliable and durable roofs rank among the easiest to repair after severe weather events. They are ideally suited for flat roofs or those with only a modest slope. Modified bitumen roofs are usually constructed as a two to three-layer process. The first involves a base sheet, followed by optional inner-plies and a cap sheet. The cap sheet materials may adhere by being torched on, cold adhered, or a self-adhering product may be employed. In some cases, hot asphalt can be laid over the base sheet. Modified bitumen roofs deliver commercial property owners with benefits that typically include storm protection and the ability to handle temperature fluctuations. A well-built and maintained modified bitumen roof can last for more than 20 years. In recent years, multi-layer roofs are quickly being replaced by single-ply membranes. Among the fastest to install and most cost-effective for commercial building owners, a single-ply roof ranks among the most popular options. The single-ply system typically provides the following benefits. - Weather Security: Heat-welded seams create a watertight seal that deters water penetrations and the effects of severe weather. - Energy Efficient: The roofing system’s heat-reflective capabilities generally help reduce HVAC costs. - Retrofitting: Singe-ply membranes can be installed over existing multi-ply materials in many cases. Commercial single-play roofs can last for 20-years or more with proper maintenance. These systems can be constructed using materials such as ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), thermoplastic olefin (TPO), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC), among others. Metal roofing materials generally outlast commonly used materials such as asphalt shingles and prove energy efficient. These lightweight materials have garnered increased popularity in recent years due to innovative products and low-cost installations. Although not necessarily ideal for low-sloping roofs, metal remains a fire resistance and durability leader. The driving reason commercial property owners choose metal roofing systems above others stems from their longevity, low maintenance costs, and durability against severe weather. These roofing products continue to evolve in terms of color options, eco-friendliness, and use metals such as tin, aluminum, zinc, copper, and a variety of steel options. Contact Perry Roofing Contractors in Northern Florida At Perry Roofing, we hope this information proves helpful in deciding which roofing system and material serve your interests. For more information or to get a quote, contact our convenient Gainesville, Jacksonville, Ocala, or St. Augustine office today.
Events at Physics Our Modular Indirect Remote Imaging System (MIRIS) uses ultrafast illumination and detection to collect and utilize light transport information. A laser is used to direct a pulse train towards one of the visible surfaces in a scene. The light bounces off of this surface and reflects off objects in the scene before heading back towards the visible scene where it is imaged with high time resolution by a camera. Images of the scene are reconstructed from the collected time-encoded information using a modified backprojection algorithm.<br> In collaboration with the NASA Jet Propulsion Lab, we are performing studies to apply this method to explore the inside of caves on the moon from a low lunar orbit.
Sight reading has never come easily to me. I’ve struggled with it from the beginning. At one point in my early piano years, I had to repeat an entire level because my teacher realized I’d learned nothing. I was hearing her demonstrate the song and then playing from memory, never actually knowing how to read the notes! Along the way, I’ve learned some things that have made sight reading much easier for me, which I’ll share in this lesson. As you watch, keep in mind that some people will naturally find sight reading easier than others. Those of us with strong ears and the natural ability to play without music tend to struggle the most when it comes to reading notation. The reverse is also true for those who are strong sight readers. Strong sight readers will often have trouble playing by ear. The important thing to keep in mind is that we all have our own unique strengths and weaknesses and we need to celebrate both. You can read a summary of the lesson below. Hope you enjoy it! Learning how to read music is like learning a new language. It can feel intimidating and frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be. With proper training, you can quickly and easily read music and unlock the songs you know and love. Take a look at Sight Reading Made Simple, our 100% FREE course on how to painlessly read notes.CHECK IT OUT A staff is made up of 5 lines and 4 spaces, and each line and space has a note name attached to it. We have a treble clef (or ‘G clef’) up above – usually reserved for the right hand – and a bass clef (or ‘F clef’) below, played lower down on the piano and usually reserved for the left hand. The treble clef is also called the ‘G clef’ because the line that runs through the center of the treble clef is the G note. That should give you a quick reference when you’re sight-reading. The next space up from G is the next note: A. After that space, you hit another line, which is B. Then there’s another space, which is C. After that we have D, E and F. It keeps going from there, but we’ll keep it within the staff for now. In the video, you’ll notice there’s a small line right below the staff with a note on it. That’s middle C notated in the treble clef, which will be your landmark note! We then have D, E, F, and back to that G we talked about earlier. Anytime you move from one line to the next line, you’re skipping a note on the piano. If you can practice skipping through the alphabet (A-G) in your head and going back and forth, this can help you with your sight-reading. You’ll start seeing the patterns and get faster as you go. Look at the distance between the notes, and use C and G as your landmark notes. The spaces and lines on the staff for the bass clef are totally different from the staff for the treble clef, and this may seem confusing for beginners. But it’s still based on middle C, which is how everything connects between the two clefs. Start with C, and the space below it is B. The next line is A, the next space G, and the line after that is F…which is your landmark note for the bass clef. Again, if the note on a space is followed by a note on the next possible line, you’ll know it’s the next note on the keyboard. If the note on a space is followed by a note on the next possible space, you get an interval (where you skip a note). Look for patterns in the music – it really helps! What happens when we run out of lines and spaces? After all, there are more keys on the piano than lines on the Grand Staff. That’s where “ledger lines” come in. We have a lesson on them right here. This is a common question. If you’d like to learn all about the musical symbols (sharps, flats, naturals) then we have a complete lesson on them here. By signing up you’ll also receive our ongoing free lessons and special offers. Don’t worry, we value your privacy and you can unsubscribe at any time.
If you work for yourself, the chances are good that you feel pretty isolated. You might even like it that way, especially if you’re an introvert. I completely understand your position, but I think you’ll find what I have to say particularly interesting, and it’s something you can follow no matter what your personality. Sociologist Martin Ruef studied 766 graduates of the Stanford Business School to determine how relationships affect innovation-- these graduates were all business owners. Those with the most diverse friendships scored 3 times higher on scores of innovation. Knowing more people of various backgrounds and with varied ideas is important for your own creativity and innovation. Remember–information and inspiration is power. The more people you know and can bounce ideas around with, the better your creativity will be. You’ll have access to the information and creative flow you need to innovate. The Importance of Masterminds Whether you own your own business or you work for someone else, it’s a wonderful idea for you to join or form a mastermind. Masterminds are more than a business buzzword, they’re an essential part of working with other people to form new and better ideas. A mastermind doesn’t have to be anything fancy. Simply get together with like-minded people, talk about the problems you’re faced with in life and work, and brainstorm ways to solve those problems. Bounce ideas around to foster creativity. You can get together with local business people and colleagues, or you can join a mastermind online. Some people have formed mastermind groups using services like Skype and Facebook. Or you may enjoy face-to-face interaction—which you can find using a service like Meetup.com. As I mentioned, this does not need to be a formal thing, the only important thing is that you take the time to work with other people. You can’t have your best ideas if you constantly work in isolation. Being around People of All Kinds In addition to a mastermind of other business people, you’ll be amazed at how much creative power you can find just by nature of being around other people. Go to a local pub or coffee shop. Talk to the bartender or barista. Chat with those around you. It’s incredible how much creative fodder can be found when you are out of the house, talking to people with a different point of view, and taking the time to love life. It’s easy to want to work alone these days, especially if you work from home. But, bouncing ideas around with others really does work. You can’t work in isolation all the time and expect to be masterfully creative. You need to be around other people every once in a while. Learn to appreciate the gifts other people can give you–whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert. Don’t Rely on the Approval of Anyone Else I’m a fan of brainstorming with other people, but you can’t let those other people hold you back. You have to carefully pick and choose who you mastermind with. You don’t want to hang around people who just show up for work-- you don’t want to be around the negative Nellies who always find something wrong. You don’t want to hang out with people who don’t care to innovate. There’s already something special and different about you, compared with that type of person. You are striving to do better. You want to create more, earn more, and gain more respect. You want to come up with incredible ideas that will change the face of your industry, or even the world. So, work with others, but not at the expense of having negative people shoot you down. Other people can get jealous. They’re stuck in a rut and they like it that way. These are the people who complain about anything and everything and who will never get ahead. This type of negativity will bring you down and squash your creativity altogether. Avoid this type of person. If anything at all, use them as an example of what not to be and what not to do. If they criticize you and your ideas, just smile and ignore them. Don’t take anyone’s criticism personally. Allow criticism to shape what you create, but don’t let it lead you to give up. If someone is always negative and is only there to drag you down, don’t let them affect you. If someone is really trying to help and offer a different perspective, let that person’s thoughts enter your mind. You can acknowledge and dismiss those thoughts, but only after you’ve weighed them and turned them around in your mind. As a creative thinker, you’re going to come up against some roadblocks. Some people really dislike change–it makes them uncomfortable. By nature of you being creative, you are going to change things. This can make people squirm in their seat. Don’t let that bother you, because you are meant for bigger and better things. This is an exciting journey, so you don’t have time to listen to people who only serve to hold you back. Focus on those who will help to move you forward. If you find this content helpful, you can find lots more like it, that you are free to use for your own purposes, at my site: http://www.PLRContentSource.com
Does your residence use hard water? The Spruce reports that 85% of water in the U.S. is hard. And while hard water does not pose significant health risks to people, switching to softer water has many benefits. If you’re interested in learning more about water softening, let the Kingman professionals at Plumbing By Jake help. Call us at (928) 377-5910 or complete our online form. We’ll get in touch and determine the best water softener for your home. 1. Soft Water Equals Cleaner Laundry and Dishes Soft water is the secret ingredient for brighter and cleaner-looking clothes. According to Hunker, washing fabrics in soft water allows clothes to: - Get cleaner with less detergent. Soft water has fewer mineral deposits than hard water. You can use less detergent while maintaining bright and fresh-looking laundry. - Stay fresh. Households with water softeners get fresh and soft clothes without relying on fabric softening products. - Use cold-water cycles. Hard water requires hot laundry water. But soft water cleans laundry in hot, warm, or cold settings. Washing laundry in cold water is not only better for the environment, but it also can prevent clothes from fading or bleeding. Mineral deposits leave behind spots on cooking utensils and make silverware and glassware appear cloudy. Investing in a water softener fixes these issues by eradicating minerals from your water. The result is clean and shiny dishware all the time. How Does a Water Softener Work? Water softening equipment uses ion exchanges. The system removes calcium, magnesium, sulfates, and other mineral deposits from water. Softeners use resin beads to trap harmful minerals and replace them with healthy ones, like sodium and potassium. A water softener needs to be installed and maintained correctly to function. It’s essential to set the softener to the hardness of your water supply. If the hardness is too high, the softener will wastewater and lead to unnecessarily high utility bills. To ensure your new water softener works correctly, hire a professional plumber. Plumbing By Jake is well-versed in water treatment and softener installation. We are confident you will love your new softener, so we back every installation with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. 2. Soft Water Builds Healthier Skin and Hair Soft water does not contain harmful minerals, which is better for skin and hair health. Fewer minerals make it easier for skin to absorb and lock in moisture while also providing a deep lather. Soft water also boosts and balances the pH level of your hair. Homes with a water softening showerhead get better water pressure than homes using hard water. Without calcium buildup blocking water flow, soft water can stream through faucets and showerheads with ease. The Effects of Hard Water on Hair and Skin While soft water enhances hair and skin health, the minerals in hard water can lead to problems like: - Dry skin. Mineral deposits strip away the skin’s natural oils, which is why many people with hard water experience itchy, red, and irritated skin. - Brittle hair. Hard water creates damaged and frizzy hair. The lack of moisture can also cause breakage and hair loss. - Calcium and magnesium fade hair color and cause skin to lose its luster. 3. A Water Softening System Saves Money The most significant advantage of investing in a whole house water softener: it saves money. The equipment creates more efficient appliances, extends the life of water pipes and plumbing fixtures, and leads to lower utility bills. Keep in mind: if your community already softens the water, then your house does not need an additional softening system. Water softeners are best suited for people who use mineral-heavy groundwater throughout their residence. More Efficient Appliances Calcium in hard water produces scale. Scale creates a white film that accumulates in and around household appliances that use water, such as coffee machines and ice makers. Scale is more than a sight for sore eyes. It forms blockages, making the appliance work harder. Scale can lead to overheating, machine failure, and a decrease in an appliance’s lifespan. Investing in a water softening system can help household appliances operate with ease. The longer your appliances last, the less money you spend on repairs and replacements. Similar to household appliances, hard water also affects plumbing systems. As calcium builds up, it blocks pipelines leading to toilets, faucets, and showerheads. The result is lower water pressure, foul odors, slow drainage, and frequent clogs. A softening system removes calcium from the water and drastically reduces your risk of buildup. Less scale equals clearer pipelines. Fewer clogs lead to longer-lasting plumbing systems and less money (and time) spent on repairs. Lower Utility Bills Think of a home softener as an investment. Pay now to save money on utility bills for years to come. As soft water leads to more efficient appliances and clearer pipelines, water pressure naturally increases. Better water pressure means shorter showers, more efficient plumbing, and lower utility bills. In addition to lowering household expenses, softeners conserve water, which is a win for the environment. 4. A Water Softener Saves You Time Installing a softening system in your home allows you to save time for two reasons. First, soft water equals clear pipelines and increased water pressure. Better water flow makes it easier to do dishes, take a quick shower, and fill up your washing machine. Second, mineral deposits in hard water create a chalky residue on kitchen utensils and cloudy glassware. That means things have to get washed twice (and maybe even a third time). Not only does soft water produce cleaner dishes right off the bat, but it also cuts through grime more efficiently than hard water. Soft water quickly penetrates and dissolves soap to make washing dishes faster and easier than ever. Do You Need a Water Softening System? Let Us Help Did we convince you it’s time to invest in a water softening system? If the answer is yes, then let Plumbing By Jake be the ones to find and install your new setup. Call (928) 377-5910 or enter your contact info into our online form. We will hook you up with the best water softening system for your residence.
An exhibition of cartoons about freedom of press will be presented to the public today (March 22) at the lobby of Faro’s Teatro das Figuras at 7pm. The cartoons were drawn by members of Cartooning for Peace, an organisation that “raises awareness about important issues through humour and press cartoons”. The works were displayed at Paris’ town hall in January 2015 following the Charlie Hebdo shooting which claimed the lives of 12 people who worked for the satirical weekly newspaper. This is just one of the initiatives that are being held as part of the 5th DeVIR festival. José Laginha, the festival’s artistic director, told Barlavento newspaper that Cartooning for Peace is an association that “promotes satirical drawings, cartoons and illustrations as a vehicle for promoting peace”. He says it “brings together artists from many countries” and is a “sort of syndicate of pacifists of our societies which are regularly victims of attacks all over the world”. Following the exhibition’s inauguration on Saturday, there will also be a colloquium at the auditorium of Casa Memória Duarte Pacheco in Loulé on Saturday (March 23) between 3pm and 6pm. It will be attended by several high-profile cartoonists such as Portugal’s very own Vasco Gargalo, Israel’s Michel Kichka and Charlie Hebdo’s head of human resources Marika Brett, who will talk about life before and after the attack at the satirical newspaper’s offices in Paris. The exhibition at Teatro das Figuras can be visited from Tuesday to Saturday between 1pm and 7.30pm until May 31. The DeVIR festival is part of the ‘365 Algarve’ programme and is backed by the councils of Loulé, Faro and Lagos.
Earth in Space & Exploring Space Document to record your questions - Make a copy and share with me at firstname.lastname@example.org so that I can compile them. Graphic Organizer for Space Research Project NOTES - Make a copy in your drive and share with me. SEPUP RESOURCES - The following are resources from SEPUP, the publisher of our textbook, that may be helpful to you: SEPUP Seasons Interactive - interactive animation that helps to explain the seasons BONUS: Where does the N pole point, and does it change? Check out this link! NASA Seasons Animation - an explanation and animation to explain the seasons Seasons Interactive - an additional interactive to explain the reason for the seasons Moon Phase Simulator - another moon phase simulator that shows the Sun, Moon and Earth from a bird's eye view, and a picture of what we see of the Moon from Earth. eduMedia Moon Phase Simulator - Walk through the phases of the Moon and the arrangement of the Sun, Earth and Moon that causes them. cK-12 animation - starts with a quick video, and then an animation Navy Moon Phases - database you can select a date and see the Moon phase Moon View - This site shows the current phase of the Moon. US Naval Observatory Eclipses - This site shows maps and times for lunar and solar eclipses. NOAA Tides Animation - This animation explains the reason for tides. Tide Predictions - Tide prediction site where you can enter date and location and see tides for the day. History of Calendars - This site has information about different calendars throughout time. Aztec Calendar - Introduction to the Aztec calendar Mayan Calendar - Introduction to the Mayan calendar pHet simulation of gravity and orbits Tonight's Sky - This site shows you what you can see in the night sky. Big Bang Theory - This movie from NOVA explains the evidence that supports the Big Bang Theory. International Astronomical Union - This site explains the system for naming astronomical objects. Being an Astronaut - This NASA site explains everything about what it's like to be in space. Very cool! Cady Coleman, NASA Astronaut - Cady Coleman explains her journey to becoming an astronaut How to Become an Astronaut - This site is more specific about the requirements for becoming an astronaut. Scale of the Universe For after #90-91 This interactive allows you to explore items in the universe both big and small. This youtube video walks you through the scale of the universe, again by starting with the smallest known to the largest known objects. This classic video from 1977 was made by famous designers Charles and Ray Eames about the scale of the universe and the "power of adding another zero." Another video about scale of the universe and stars. Animation called "If the Moon Were 1 Pixel." Beautiful video made in the desert - to scale model for BOTH distance AND size! NASA interactive - learn more about the planets, dwarf planets, and other objects in space! For after #95 - 96 Phet animation that allows you to build a solar system and watch gravity in action Other RESOURCES - The following are some other resources that may be of interest to you: Earth from Space - amazing pictures of the Earth from space ASPIRE Interactives - This site has many different interactive animations related to many different branches of science, including astronomy.
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There are a variety of record firms out there right now and every one operates in a different way. These have been bands that heavily relied upon the keyboard sounds of their music. I counsel that this definition will be applied to social media networks similar to Twitter, with messages thought-about as each the representations of human activity and as artefacts. Album bulletins, tour news, competition line-ups and more: Rock Sound retains you up-to-date with all the latest breaking news on the earth of rock, steel, pop-punk and metalcore. Who do you sound like, and who does your music remind folks of. The reader wants to be able to have a good idea of what your music feels like just out of your description. It’s mashed up with blogs, interactive maps and social media tools equivalent to Twitter, Flickr, YouTube and Facebook among others. Typically, Not The Nine ‘Clock News ventured too far into satire and the sketches were funny for viewers in a understanding approach – the things they poked enjoyable at were occurring in the UK and reported within the every day information. In contemporary technological instances, media, info, reporting has taken on a brand new tack, and …
In the constant search for efficient and sustainable solutions for road lighting, technology is advancing by leaps and bounds. In environments where flexible and versatile lighting solutions are needed, without the need to modify the external appearance of the luminaires, adaptive or universal optical groups or optical blocks, with LED technology, are the ideal solution, achieving energy savings of 60% and improving the quality of light. What are Adaptive Optical Groups? Adaptive Optical Groups are lighting systems designed to be compatible with a wide variety of road luminaires on the market, complying with all the required public lighting regulations. Their distinctive feature is that they allow the quick and efficient replacement of conventional lamps in existing luminaires with LED technology, which is particularly relevant after the current restrictions in the manufacture of discharge lamps in the sector. Advantages of Adaptive Optics The main benefits of this solution can be summarised in the following key points: - Energy Efficiency: By combining LED technology with dimming schemes, we achieve precise control of light intensity according to schedules. This translates into significant savings in electricity costs for municipalities and local authorities. - Improved Safety: The adjusted direction and distribution of light contributes to more effective illumination in critical areas, improving safety for pedestrians and drivers. - Design Versatility: Universal designs that can be easily adapted to traditional Fernandino or Villa lanterns. - Easy and quick installation: Minimises the time and cost of replacement and operation of the installation. Prilux y sus Grupos Ópticos Universales Prilux and its Universal Optical Groups Prilux offers different solutions of Optical Groups for Villa and Fernandino type lanterns. The Villa Universal Optical Group adapts to luminaires of this style that are in good condition and can guarantee internal watertightness. Villa and Fernandino Universal Optical Group IP66 It is specially designed for luminaires of this type whose conditions do not guarantee the internal watertightness of the electronic components. Depending on the model, we have an IP66 watertightness rating on the external face and even IP67, and an impact protection rating of up to IK10. It adapts effortlessly to environments of up to +50ºC ambient temperature, satisfactorily fulfilling the tests of our laboratory in a classic lantern. They fit lanterns between 300mm and 400mm diameter for Fernandino type lanterns and between 312mm and 408mm for Villa type lanterns. Compatible with the most common locking systems on the market: By hinge and height adjustment of the optical block by means of lateral screws for Fernandino type lanterns. 2.- Closing with independent dome adjusted by means of a bridge and threaded rod. 3.- Resting on frame by means of adjustable fins. Our Optical Groups comply with the requirements of the IDEA and the CEI, and with R.D. 1890/2008 (Regulation on energy efficiency of outdoor lighting). Their optical compartment complies with They have Prilux CMR technology CMR technology (Cora Manager Ready) which allows integration with our CORA MANAGER control system and UNIO remote management platform for remote control from the control panel over the lighting line, allowing a record of consumption and the possibility of remote reprogramming of the dimming curves. Adaptive Optical Groups represent a simple, fast and sustainable solution for street lighting. These systems not only improve safety and energy efficiency, but also simplify installation and maintenance.
I recently asked a woman what factors she considered when buying a new pair of jeans. She didn’t hesitate in her answer. She said, “Fit is my number one factor.” That seems reasonable. It’s hard to find a pair of jeans that fit well. I then asked her to tell me about the last time she bought a pair of jeans. She said, “I bought them on Amazon.” I laughed and asked, “How did you know if they fit?” She said, “I didn’t, but they were a brand I liked and they were on sale.” What’s the difference between each of her responses? Her first response tells me how she thinks she buys a pair of jeans. Her second response tells me how she actually buys a pair of jeans. She thinks she buys a pair of jeans based on fit, but brand loyalty and price (or getting a good deal) were more important when it came time to make a purchase. The Gap Between What You Think You Do And What You Actually Do This story isn’t unique. It’s not unique to the person I was talking to, nor is it unique to buying jeans. I often use this example in talks and workshops. But instead of telling the story, I illustrate it by asking someone in the audience the same two questions. The purchasing factors often vary, but there’s always a gap between their first answer and their second answer. Other scenarios work as well: - Ask someone how often they go to the gym, then ask them how often they went last week. - Ask someone about their diet, and then ask them about their last three meals. The examples are endless. We rarely take the time to understand our own behavior. But if asked, we don’t hesitate to give an answer. – Tweet This There are a couple of factors at play here. First, we tend to respond to questions about our behavior based on our ideal view of ourselves. We intend to buy jeans based on fit. After all, that’s pragmatic. But we get hooked on the lure of a good deal or the ease of online shopping. We’ve all had this experience. We know that we don’t often live up to our ideal selves. It’s why New Year’s resolutions are so problematic and why we pay for gym memberships that we don’t use. We tend to respond to questions about our behavior based on our ideal view of ourselves. – Tweet This And second, our brains are exceptionally good at creating coherent (but not necessarily true) stories that deceive us. This second factor can be harder to accept. Many of us pride ourselves on being logical, rational beings. How can it be that our brains regularly deceive us with coherent stories that simply aren’t true? This is such an important factor that I’m going to spend a large amount of this article illustrating it. Our brains are exceptionally good at creating coherent (but not necessarily true) stories that deceive us. – Tweet This Your Brain Excels at Deceiving You He worked with split-brain patients—patients who underwent a medical procedure to sever the connection between the right and left hemispheres of the brain in an attempt to control severe seizures from moving from one hemisphere to the other. To understand this study, we first need to review some facts about the brain. First, the left and right hemispheres are each responsible for different functions within the brain. The brain coordinates these functions with communication between the two hemispheres. Because split-brain patients have had the connection between their two hemispheres severed, no such communication or coordination happens. Second, you might remember that your left hemisphere maps to the right side of your body and your right hemisphere maps to the left side of your body. What you see with your right eye is processed with your left hemisphere and what you see with your left eye is processed with your right hemisphere. And finally, generally speaking, the ability to produce language is a task performed by the left hemisphere. If you found any of those facts confusing, take a minute and read them again. They are going to be necessary to understand the findings in Gazzaniga’s study. With that background, let’s return to the study. This is going to get a little complex, but take it slowly. I promise the payoff is going to be worth it. The Experiment Setup Imagine this: You are sitting in front of a computer screen. There’s a divider at your nose, so you can only see the right side with your right eye and the left side with your left eye. On the table, there are two sets of images on cards, one near your right hand (visible to your right eye) and one near your left hand (visible to your left eye). This is what the participants experienced. Gazzaniga flashed an image on the right side of the screen and asked participants to choose a related image from the set of cards near their right hand. He did the same with the left side of the screen and asked participants to select a related image from the set of cards on the left side of the screen. Here’s one set of images that Gazzaniga used: - Left eye processed by the right hemisphere: winter scene - Right eye processed by the left hemisphere: chicken foot When he asked the participant to pick out a related image with each hand, he did what you might expect. Here’s what he chose: - Left hand processed by the right hemisphere: shovel - Right hand processed by the left hemisphere: chicken If you imagine the setup in your head, it’s pretty straightforward. Here’s where it gets clever. Gazzaniga then asked the participant why he chose the shovel. Now remember, participants were split-brain patients, so the right hemisphere can’t talk to the left hemisphere. And items shown to the left eye are processed by the right hemisphere. And finally, the left hemisphere is responsible for language production. The right hemisphere saw the winter scene and the right hemisphere selected the shovel. But Gazzaniga is effectively asking the left hemisphere why it did so. If you aren’t already familiar with this study, you might guess that the participant didn’t know why he picked the shovel. After all, the left hemisphere doesn’t know. But that’s not what happened. And that’s why this study is so great. The Surprising Finding The participant explained that he picked the shovel because you need a shovel to clean out a chicken coop. Wow! What’s happening here? The left hemisphere is being asked to provide a rationalization for a behavior done by the right hemisphere. There’s no way the left hemisphere can know the answer. But that didn’t keep the left hemisphere from generating an answer. It simply used the data it did have, the chicken and the chicken foot images, to create a reason for his behavior. Even though that reason had no basis in reality. Now if this study was limited to split-brain patients, it would be interesting, but not that relevant to us. So why did I take the time to explain this complex experiment? It turns out split-brain patients aren’t the only ones who fabricate reasons. We all do it. – Tweet This Gazzaniga named this tendency to rationalize our behavior even when we can’t possibly know the reason as the “left brain interpreter” and later studies have shown that we all have an active “left brain interpreter.” We need to reconcile the present with the past and when information is missing, our brains simply fill in any details that make the story coherent. This is exactly why in Thinking Fast and Slow, Daniel Kahneman claimed, “A remarkable aspect of your mental life is that you are rarely stumped.” Your brain will gladly give you an answer. It’s also why Kahneman argues confidence isn’t a good indicator of truth or reality. He argues, “Confidence is a feeling, which reflects the coherence of the information and the cognitive ease of processing it.” Not necessarily the truth. As long as your brain can summon a compelling story, it will feel like the truth—even if it isn’t. – Tweet This What This Means for Product Managers As a Product Talk reader, you already know that interviewing can be an effective way to develop a deeper understanding of your customer’s world. But now that you know about Gazzaniga’s study, you should be wondering how this impacts what you learn in interviews. And the answer is simple. It has a big impact. You can’t simply ask your customers about their behavior and expect to get an accurate answer. Most will obligingly give you what sounds like a reasonable answer. But you won’t know if they are telling you about their ideal behavior or their actual behavior. Nor will you know if they are simply telling you a coherent story that sounds true, but isn’t true in practice. If you build a product based on your customer’s ideal self, you might get the initial sale, but you’ll struggle to engage them, and you’ll churn through customer after customer. You’ve probably experienced this as a customer yourself. You pay for that gym membership only to realize you don’t use it. Or you load up on vegetables at the grocery store, only to toss them out a week later when they go bad. You’ll suffer an even worse fate if you build a product based on a coherent story that simply isn’t true in reality. I learned this the hard way. Back in 2007, I worked on a product that helped big company recruiters recruit candidates. At that time, the hype in the recruiting industry was around recruiting passive candidates—candidates who were currently employed, but open to new opportunities. There was a belief (and probably still is) that passive candidates were better candidates than active candidates—those who were unemployed and ready to apply to jobs right now. If you read any of the thought leaders in the recruiting space, they were all talking about recruiting passive candidates. And if you interviewed big company recruiters, which I did, they would tell you that getting access to passive candidates was the dream. So we built a passive candidate recruiting solution. There was only one problem. Big company recruiters are incentivized to fill seats fast and the fastest way to fill seats is with active candidates. Passive recruiting is a long-game. Our product flopped. It was the equivalent of selling hard-to-cook vegetables across the street from a McDonald’s. Our customers wanted to eat healthy, but it was so much easier to just buy a Big Mac. It wasn’t due to a lack of research. It was because we asked the wrong questions. We built a product based on a coherent story told by both the thought leaders in our space and by our customers themselves. But it wasn’t a story that was true in reality. If you want to build a successful product, you need to understand your customer’s actual behavior—their reality—not the story they tell themselves. – Tweet This How to Ask Better Customer Interview Questions Too often, we ask direct questions. We ask, “What matters to you when buying a pair of jeans?” Or we ask, “How often do you go to the gym?” But these types of questions invoke our ideal selves and they encourage our brain to generate coherent but not necessarily true responses. You rarely want to ask your customers about their behavior. Instead, you want to get them telling specific stories. – Tweet This Instead of asking, “What matters to you when buying a pair of jeans?”, start with, “Tell me about the last time you bought a pair of jeans.” Instead of asking, “How often do you go to the gym?”, ask, “How many times did you go to the gym last week?” You can follow up both with a question like, “Is that typical?” This can help surface if the last time was unusual. If it was, ask about other instances. But don’t let your customer generalize. If they start off with, “Usually I …”, encourage them to tell you another story of a specific instance. You’ll get more reliable information. This indirect approach is counterintuitive. You want to learn what factors they consider when buying a pair of jeans or how often someone goes to the gym. But you can’t trust the answers to these direct questions. Instead, you need to ask about specific instances of actual behavior to indirectly get at what you are trying to learn. This one change will dramatically improve the quality of what you learn in your customer interviews. Try It For Yourself Still skeptical? Let’s try a little exercise. Imagine that I’m interviewing you and I ask you, “How does an idea go from concept to launch at your company?” This is an easy enough question. Take a minute and write down a sequence. Don’t just think about it in your head. Commit it to paper. Okay, now think about the last product change that you released. Pick something specific. Now take a minute and and jot down the process it went through to go from concept to launch. Again, don’t do this in your head. Write it down. Now compare your two sequences. I’m willing to bet they aren’t the same. If you are like every single product manager I have ever interviewed, your first list represents your ideal self, whereas your second list represents reality. Your first list probably includes things like interview customers, run usability tests, look at metrics, get feedback from stakeholders, a/b test it, release it only if it beats out the control. Whereas your specific project list probably only includes a subset of those things. And that’s okay. Reality rarely lives up to the ideal. You can’t possibly do all of the things you know you should do on any given project. But as an interviewer, if I’m trying to understand what product management looks like today, I want to uncover what you are actually doing, not what you hope to do. And the same is true for you and your interviews. Did you find this article helpful? I’ll be continuing to write more about how to get the most of your customer interviews in future weeks. Subscribe to the Product Talk mailing list to follow along.
PEEP'S FREE LENDING LIBRARY Page 2 of 2 Because books can be life changing, PEEP runs a free lending library. If you would like to loan any of the books listed, just click on the link below the book and complete the pop-up and it will be mailed out to you free of charge. However, this service is only possible because of the generosity of our members, so please consider making a donation. A few of the books recommended below are not available from out library, in which case there is also a link will take you to Amazon, or some other seller, where you can purchase the book. This book is very difficult to obtain. It has been banned by Amazon, EBay Facebook, Twitter, Google and Paypal, because the left-wing masters of the universe have now deemed it a "hate crime" to tell the truth about Islam. This book exposes The Grand Lie that Islam is a religion of peace. For centuries Western scholars taught that Islam is a religion of war. For over a 1,000 years, Mohammed and his followers have spread their ideology via violent jihad, slaughtering countless millions and subjugating millions more. This well referenced book will educate you on the history of Islam as recorded by the best Islamic scholars, while giving you the tools you need to read and understand the Koran for yourself. To truly understand Islam, one must read the Koran. The problem is that it is traditionally ordered roughly from longest chapter to shortest, which makes the book nonsensical to read. The solution is to put the Koran into chronological order. If you read the Koran this way, you will discover a couple of peaceful sayings at the beginning, quickly followed by much more numerous exhortations to extreme violence. The principle of abrogation, as revealed in the Koran itself, means that things Muhammad said later in life superseded the things he said earlier. Islamic terrorism will never stop, because it is fundamental to Islam (as proven by this book). The Guillotine and the Cross follows in the tradition of Warren Carroll's two other popular historical works, 1917: Red Banners, White Mantle and Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Conquest of Darkness. In The Guillotine and the Cross, Carroll reveals the titanic struggle between good and evil which marked the Reign of Terror in the French Revolution. During the Terror, over 40,000 Frenchmen were executed just for holding fast to the Catholic Faith and objecting to the worst excesses of the Committee of Public Safety. A further 300,000 peasants in the west of France were slaughtered for opposing the Revolution. The blood lust of the years 1792-1794 staggers the imagination even in the retelling, and the campaign against the Church was diabolical cruel. Carroll captures the brutality of the period, but not for its own sake. Rather, underneath the brutality he traces the action of grace in the heroism of the Church, the saintliness of her martyrs, and the dramatic conversion of Danton, which led him to a death-battle with the very mechanisms of terror he had done so much to create. Echoing down the centuries in modern man's totalitarian attempts to stamp out God, the French Revolution's impact on our own time is undeniable. Peter McLoughlin spent years believing the left-wing narrative that it was 'a racist myth' that organised Muslim child rape gangs in Britain and elsewhere were luring non-Muslim schoolgirls into a life of prostitution and worse. But McLoughlin dug deeper and found there were mountains of evidence that social workers, police officers, Muslim organisations, journalists and even some Members of Parliament had known about these rape gangs for decades, and had been turning a blind-eye to their crimes. McLoughlin spent several years uncovering everything he could and documenting the scandal before the evidence disappeared. He demonstrates that the crimes of these Muslim gangs had been known about for more than 20 years. While he was writing this book, Parliament was forced by rising anger in Britain to conduct its own low-key investigation. The eventual report concluded the grooming problem was basically in one town: Rotherham. However, the truth is that this is a problem in almost every town in which there is a sizable Muslim population, and there could well be over 100,000 young victims. The book also documents the hidden abuse of Sikh girls by these gangs, and how Sikhs in Britain had been forced to resort to vigilante justice. The book leaves no stone unturned, and exposes how political correctness was used to brutally silence whistle-blowers. The powerful story of Tommy Robinson, former leader of the EDL and a man persecuted by the British state, simply for standing up in support of British troops. Tommy describes growing up on the streets of Luton, a town plagued by Islamic extremism and criminal gangs and how his livelihood was taken from him when he led a street protest against it. Hounded through the courts and thrown to the Muslim underworld which runs England's prisons, when Tommy refused to be broken the police tried to blackmail him – into working for them. Every Englishman should read this book. The lengths that the British establishment have gone to to silence and break this man for speaking up is vile. What has become of England? This is the country that gave the world Magna Carta. I am British and I find the treatment of a fellow Brit to be utterly abhorrent. Every one of us is Tommy Robinson. What they are doing to him they they can do to all of us. The portrayal of Tommy by the Marxist activists pretending to be journalists is a total, wicked fabrication This is the 'best book' you will ever read. If you have the 'balls' to read it with an open mind. The sordid tale of how the U.K. establishment (Big Brother) can corruptly try to destroy one man and his family for speaking the 'truth' on how Western Civilisation and its values are being undermined by a medieval, outdated, psychotic 'faith' that is supposed to be a 'religion'. Hold on to your hat - it's a bumpy ride. This book should be in every household in the land. SINCE THE TIME of the Second Vatican Council, the Catholic Church has experienced an unprecedented crisis of identity, symbolized and propelled by the corruption of the greatest treasure of her tradition: the sacred liturgy. The result has been confusion, dismay, devastation. To the surprise of some, however, the same half-century has witnessed a growing counter-movement of Catholics who find in the Church’s traditional liturgy a perennial witness to the orthodox faith, a solid foundation for the interior life, an ever-flowing source of missionary charity, and a living embodiment of the true Catholic spirit. In this book, Peter Kwasniewski argues for a zealous recommitment to Catholic Tradition in its fullness, starting with divine worship and embracing the whole realm of faith and morals. “I heartily recommend Peter Kwasniewski’s new book for those struggling to come to terms not only with what happened to the liturgy of the Catholic Church, but with why those changes have had such disastrous consequences. As he shows in one aspect after another of the Mass, the changes have taken us further away from that inner transformation of the worshipper which is a secondary purpose of the liturgy, after the worship of God.”—JOSEPH SHAW, President of the Latin Mass Society of England and Wales. We live in an age characterized by agitation and lack of peace. This tendency manifests itself in our spiritual as well as our secular life. In our search for God and holiness, in our service to our neighbor, a kind of restlessness and anxiety take the place of the confidence and peace which ought to be ours. What must we do to overcome the moments of fear and distress which assail us? How can we learn to place all our confidence in God and abandon ourselves into his loving care? This is what is taught in this simple, yet profound little treatise on peace of head. Taking concrete examples from our everyday life, the author invites us to respond in a Gospel fashion to the upsetting situations we must all confront. Since peace of heart is a pure gift of God, it is something we should seek, pursue and ask him for without cease. This book is here to help us in that pursuit. I was recommended this book and I am very pleased to have read it. It is easy to understand and is both comforting and challenging. I am sure I will go back to this and find it just as useful and inspiring - C. Askew Anyone of goodwill will find this small book extremely beneficial; it is packed with meaningful and truthful observations and comments. - Eloisa Are we seeing the revitalization of Christian civilization? Everywhere we look, it appears that the secular left celebrates another victory lap. From politics to the media, from education to the arts, liberals seem to be completely in control. But what if this is just one side of the equation? What if it turns out that brewing beneath the surface, a renewed Christian age is rising? In this thought-provoking book, Dr. Steve Turley argues that there is in fact two revolutions concurrently taking place: a demographic revolution and a political revolution, both of which suggest a significant conservative Christian resurgence. HERE’S A PREVIEW OF WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why scholars believe that the fertility discrepancy between conservative Christians and secularists means a far more conservative future How Europe is already reversing its demographic decline with a nationalist baby boom How conservative Christianity is on the rise in the US Why scholars believe there is a resurgence of Christianity in Europe How these demographic and religious trends are already reshaping much of European society Drawing from scholarly studies and current events, Dr. Turley's study will inspire you to reject the naysayers predicting the twilight of the West, and instead embrace a hopeful vision of cultural renewal and the coming Christian majority. Pure Manhood (Catholic version) By: Jason Evert Young men deserve straight answers to tough questions about women, dating, sexuality, and authentic masculinity, including… What do girls want? How far is too far? What’s wrong with just thinking about it? What’s wrong with porn? You’re not hurting anyone. What if it’s just a swimsuit magazine? If she’s willing to do it, why is it wrong? What about safe sex? Shouldn’t I be free to do whatever I want? How do I stay pure Pure Manhood answers these questions and more, while offering practical strategies to help young men to grow in the virtue of chastity. Almost 500,000 copies of this classic high school text were printed, which was used to teach the Faith to generations of English-speaking Catholics around the world for more than four decades. Its outstanding clarity, persuasiveness and comprehensiveness are totally unique. No popular textbook in English published since it was last published in 1962 has repeated Sheehan's successful presentation of the Faith. For years, this book gave to many young Catholics the support and knowledge to sustain their Faith throughout their lifetime. They knew the Catholic Religion, and they knew the reasons for it. Both teachers and students who used it have testified to its lasting impression upon them. The structure and sequence of the argument of Sheehan's Apologetics have a unique clarity and logical force. The exposition of the deposit of faith in Catholic Doctrine is clear and thorough. Objections are faced openly and honestly. Dr Sheehan's whole text breathes a loving confidence in the truth of the Faith founded on Him to Whom all honour and glory is due: Jesus Christ, the same, yesterday, today and forever. About the Editor: Father Peter Joseph is Vice-rector, Dean of Studies and lecturer in Dogmatic Theology at Vianney College, the diocesan seminary of Wagga Wagga, Australia. The Inside Story of the Francis Papacy Could Pope Francis be the most tyrannical and unprincipled pontiff in modern times? Yes, says Church historian Marcantonio Colonna, in his controversial yet judicious new book, The Dictator Pope. Though he was not well-known within the College of Cardinals that elected him, close observers in his native land already recognized him to be a manipulative politician, skilled at self-promotion, and a disciple of the populist dictator Juan Perón. Behind the mask of a genial man of the people is a pope who cares shockingly little about theology or the liturgy but is obsessed with his own power. Allying himself with the most corrupt elements in the Vatican, Francis rules by fear. He has obstructed or reversed the very reforms that were expected of him and attempted to alter Catholic teaching by subterfuge. Marcantonio Colonna has exhaustively mined his extensive contacts in the Vatican to produce a provocative and revealing account of Pope Francis’s true motivations. The Dictator Pope is essential reading to understand one of the most enigmatic, and dangerous, figures to occupy the See of St. Peter.
Jewelry Creating – Technique For Perfect Jewellery Developing Although planning a piece of jewelry for an individual, so a lot of items should be kept in head. First of all the particular person from whom you are designing, secondly designs, designs, and shades for that particular type of layout, like all requirements and restrictions that are essential to make the piece cozy and functional. If these aspects are retained in thoughts, your consumer will have a piece of jewellery that will suit an individual’s individuality, way of existence, and be most turning out to be to her his appearance. In this way customer will accrue jewellery that can grow to be an integral component of their wardrobe and stay cherished possession for a lot of years and probably a lot of generations. The 1st and foremost issue to be remembered is: Tastes of layout Initial critical stage is that the man or woman for whom we are planning is a male or female. Understanding this would make the perform simpler and a designer can style the piece appropriately. We should also worry on age element i.e., kid, youth and aged although planning. Kids accessories Other then this we must focus on the variety of jewellery to be constructed i.e. ring, earring, pendant, brooch, necklace and so forth…? This is the most important position which needs to be remembered for the duration of designing any jewellery since lacking below may trigger a full mess in even more creating. If we have determined this then many variations are there to be taken treatment of, i.e. it need to be a real or costume jewelry. Theme & Situation: After choosing the sort of jewellery a designer ought to recognize costumer’s desire in layout. Some time costumer orders all styles on a distinct theme for instance adore, music, ocean and so on…. So we need to design on these themes by trying to keep the latest trend in worry. Together with this the occasion on which costumer is likely to put on it matters a great deal, it might be Engagement, Wedding , Birthday, Anniversary, Valentines Working day, Deepawali, Id, Christmas, formal collecting and so forth… Size of Jewelry Piece: Some jewelry pieces necessary a certain dimensions to put on i.e. Ring, Bangles, Bracelets, Necklaces, and so on. Ring Dimension might be five us to thirteen us (15.seven to 22.2 m.m). Use a ring that matches you to figure out your ring measurement. Location your ring in excess of the nearest dimension circle. The interior edge of the ring should align with the outer edge of the circle then if your ring seems to fit among two sizes, purchase the bigger dimension. Women’s Regular Necklace Sizes can be 16″ Choker size , 17-eighteen” Will get to the collarbone and bead string- thirty” Under the upper body and for male’s Common Chain Dimensions can be 18″ Base of the neck -for more compact neck measurements, 20″ to collarbone -The most frequent size for the typical dimensions male, 22″to 24″ A few inches underneath the collarbone. Related to ring and necklace bracelet have to design according a distinct dimension. The Common Bracelet Sizes is 7¼” Typical woman’s wrist, 8½” Average man’s wrist or lady with larger wrist & nine” For guy with more substantial wrist. So maintain in brain dimensions factor way too. The design and style would really appropriately. It is crucial to sketch out the layout before it is converted in true Jewellery piece so designer need to present metal rendering in their layout. What is suitable metal i.e. gold, silver, platinum, alloy, brass or other compound. Jewellery is created out of nearly every substance acknowledged Although large-quality and aesthetic pieces are created with valuable metals, much less and high priced costume jewellery is manufactured from less-worthwhile components l and is created. If consumer wants to acquire gold jewellery, the initial thing to hold in head about is the term karat. The karat is the device utilized to depict the proportion of gold in the piece of jewellery. Pure gold is established at 24 karats but there is no 24-karat gold jewelry because pure gold is also pliable to be fashioned into any type of jewelry. The diamond Jewelry is well-known in 18-k (75% gold), sixteen-k (sixty six.67% gold), 14-k (about fifty eight% gold), and 12-k (fifty% gold). And purity of Silver jewelry is 92.5. One specific metallic which has acquired in popularity quite greatly in the past ten several years or so is that of platinum. Platinum is utilized to make all diverse varieties of jewelry things. Find out about how and why this method takes place and how diverse metals produce various shades of colour. Metallic decorations enhance the elegance of jewellery. So after determine metal designer need to work out on metal decoration i.e. enameling, Filigree or textures or finish of steel. No matter whether it can be Matt complete, Florentine or satin complete so many types of finishes are there can be utilized. Hammering textures are in modern craze. Sprucing and plating of jewelry is essential to choose prior to production. Whether jewellery piece would appear sophisticated in rhodium or antique search. If vacuum electroplating is conducted on nickel or brass steel-like colour on the area thereof, such as golden yellow shade to look like gold, or mild grey to appear like platinum, and so forth.. By way of the previously mentioned measures, the declaration can have the effect as a steel inlayed with jewelry, and the top quality and value of the production are tremendously improved. Option of Gem stones: Jewelry is a superb accent which can be designed in a vast range of metals & gemstones. These gem stones can be utilized with diverse measurements, colours, and types. Diamond is the most gorgeous Gem materials that compose your jewelry design and style. When using diamond & other colour gem Stones in jewellery, there are four facets that must be regarded as. These are the cut, the color, the carat, and the clarity of the diamond. Of these four aspects, the most essential is the carat of the diamond. As the weight and dimensions elevated the price tag grow to be really larger. The facets of the gem stone ought to be well balanced and this is referred to as symmetry. And ultimately, the cuts need to be created by way of specific traces to stay away from chipping off the surface area. Gemstones ought to be obvious. No inclusion above it. Otherwise it will considerably less their cost. Jewellery last for prolonged many years so try out to use great quality of Gem stones whether it can be cherished or semi-precious. Nevertheless, seems can be deceiving, but if you are not clever sufficient to decide on a excellent top quality of gem stones, you may possibly finish up with poor top quality of gem stones. Gem stones possibly count on buyer choice or the appear of jewellery. Some time they choose it or like to dress in it according their planetary situation. Location of Gem stones: It is really essential following choosing gemstones to exercise that what variety of settings would use. Sons are secured into their options by very first chopping a seat in which the stone rests and then masking the stone from previously mentioned with some extra metallic. This traps the stone so that it can’t go down or up. There are a number of possibilities on how to protected a stone into a mounting. The most frequent options are Prong Setting, Grain Established other styles are Rub More than, Pave, Channel, Illusion, Star Environment, Invisible Environment, Suspension Environment and Countersunk. The Prong location is the most frequently seen technique of environment gems and Diamonds, there are a selection of other approaches also utilized to set gems in precious metals. So Stone setting is an crucial characteristic of jewelry designing and producing.
There's one person that has always been with you through thick and thin. This person was part of your whole past, is part of your present and will be part of your life until the day you die. This ever-present person is yourself, of course. One of the pieces of advice about relationships that we often hear is that we need to work on having good communication. This can be extrapolated to the unconditional relationship we have with ourselves. We thrive when the way that we talk to ourselves is censored to yield understanding and compassion. Our inner voice can say things that eventually manifest. An important reason why our self-talk needs to be controlled for quality is because it can lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy. The Passenger Seat I consider myself to be an anxious driver. When I was 16 and learning how to drive I'd often narrate the steps I needed to take before departure aloud: sit belt on, adjust the rearview mirror, check the dashboard and so on. I'd then say something like "Okay, I'm ready" or "Alright, let's go." In retrospect, I was using self-talk unknowingly as a way to build my confidence for going on the road. Self-talk can be thought of as a companion sitting on the passenger seat when you're driving. If you have a destination in mind it'll be there to guide you with words of affirmation or harsh criticism. Sometimes self-talk leads us to undesirable places. But ultimately we're in control of the wheel, we're the one driving to get to our destinations even if our self-talk wants to call the shots from the passenger seat. Our self-talk is subject to change. We can decide to listen to it, take what it says with a grain of salt, or create a new self-talk to sit on the passenger seat altogether to make the ride more worthwhile. Steps for Better Self-Talk Let's say that you've decided to work on your self-talk because of how dysfunctional it is. Now, how can you upgrade? Here are some steps to bring forth a better inner voice using the RAIN acronym created by the American psychologist Tara Brach. 1) Recognize what your inner voice is saying. Maybe you made a mistake and your inner voice is magnifying it by saying something like "You've failed miserably, this is awful and there's no way to fix this." Let the self-talk register or become fully conscious. 2) Allow the self-talk to happen. Work under the principle that what we resist persists. Don't try to avoid, change or fix the negative self-talk immediately so that it doesn't retaliate. 3) Investigate what triggered the dysfunctional self-talk. Distinguish the facts from the feelings that fueled the self-talk. Be curious about what the triggering event and self-talk are demanding from you. 4) Nurture yourself with the treatment you'd give a loved one in your position or yourself if you were your beloved best friend. Use words of affirmation like "You're doing your best under these circumstances, I know you want to improve and that's enough." To Wrap Up How we communicate with ourselves is just as important as how we communicate with others. Our self-talk will likely remain with us for as long as we live, hence understanding and compassion are essential to thrive. I'd love to know what you think, so please feel free to comment below or share your thoughts on Facebook @pursuitofeureka. Sending you my best wishes, Yerika.
Beauty is a significant aspect of our lives as it attracts the attention of others. A beautiful face not only boosts your self-confidence but also leaves a lasting impression on others. However, not everyone is blessed with naturally beautiful skin or looks. Some people face skin problems, acne, blemishes, and other issues that hamper their beauty. If you are one of them, don’t worry. There is a solution to every problem, and one such solution is “Chehra Khubsurat Karne Ka Wazifa.” The first step towards beauty is a healthy lifestyle. Therefore, before beginning the wazifa, you need to take care of your health. Avoid junk food, drink plenty of water, sleep for at least eight hours, and indulge in physical activities to maintain your overall health and well-being. The next step is to recite the “Chehra Khubsurat Karne Ka Wazifa.” Begin by performing Wudu and sit in a quiet corner of your house. Recite “Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum” 321 times, followed by “Ya Qawiyyu” 41 times. Close your eyes and visualize white light flowing through your face and body. Repeat this process every day for a week, and you will start noticing positive changes in your skin and overall appearance. Another powerful wazifa to enhance your beauty is “Dua-e-Noor.” This Quranic verse is considered one of the best ways to purify the heart and increase your inner beauty, leading to an external glow. Recite this dua after Fajr and Maghrib prayers daily, and you will experience a positive change in your personality and appearance. Apart from wazifas, taking care of your skin is crucial in enhancing your beauty. Include a daily skincare routine that involves cleansing, toning, and moisturizing your face. Exfoliate once a week to remove dead skin cells, and use sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Eat foods that are high in vitamins and antioxidants, such as green leafy vegetables, fruits, and nuts, to nourish your skin from within. Lastly, having a positive attitude towards yourself and life can enhance your beauty significantly. Cultivate self-love, practice mindfulness, and surround yourself with positive people who support and encourage you. Steps To Process Chehra Khubsurat Karne ka Wazifa Follow these steps to perform the ‘Chehra Khubsurat Karne Ka Wazifa,’ which speaks to the nostalgia of the time-honored beauty rituals passed down through generations: - Make a fresh ablution (Wudu). - Recite ‘Durood-e-Ibrahimi‘ (Salawat) 11 times. - Then chant ‘Ya Jameelu’ (One of the names of Allah which means ‘The Most Handsome’) 313 times. - Recite ‘Durood-e-Ibrahimi‘ (Salawat) again 11 times. - Breathe with the intention of blowing into a glass of water and drinking it. - Repeat this process for 41 consecutive days. Remember, beauty is not just about physical appearance; it’s also about the beauty of character and spirit. The essence of the ‘Chehra Khubsurat Karne Ka Wazifa‘ is not just to enhance physical beauty but to illuminate the inner beauty that radiates from within. Chehre ki Khubsurti Ka Wazifa Beauty is something that everyone desires, and that includes having a beautiful face. Chehre ki khubsurti ka wazifa is a type of prayer that seeks to improve the appearance of a person’s face. It is based on the belief that outer beauty is a reflection of the inner beauty and purity of the soul. Many people have been using this wazifa as a natural and effective way of enhancing their beauty. It requires faith, discipline, and perseverance to see its results. So, if you are looking to enhance your facial beauty naturally, this wazifa could be just what you need. Steps To Process Chehre Ki Khubsurti ka Wazifa The ritual of ‘chehre ki khubsurti ka wazifa‘ is a deeply personal journey, often enveloped in a rich tapestry of nostalgia and tradition. - Prepare your space: Start with finding a quiet and clean space where you won’t be disturbed. This is where you’ll connect with your inner self, drawing on the energies of the universe. - Perform the ablution (Wuzu): Cleanliness is a crucial element of this practice. Ensure you perform the Wuzu, washing each prescribed part of your body in the prescribed manner. - Recite Durood Shareef: Begin your wazifa by reciting Durood Shareef 11 times. This is a means of sending your blessings to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). - Recite the main wazifa: After Durood Shareef, recite the main ‘chehre ki khubsurti ka wazifa’ 101 times. This wazifa is a plea to be blessed with beauty and grace. - End with Durood Shareef: Conclude your wazifa ritual by reciting Durood Shareef 11 times again. - Pray: Lastly, make dua to Allah SWT with pure intentions and sincerity, asking for your wishes to be granted. Undertaking ‘chehre ki khubsurti ka wazifa‘ is an act of faith, a testament to the power of belief, and a testament to our timeless traditions. Chehre ki Khubsurti ka Wazifa Ubqari The pursuit of beauty is an age-old quest that has been tackled in myriad ways over the centuries. Fortunately, there are still people sharing secret techniques to achieve it. One of these is the Chehre ki Khubsurti ka Wazifa Ubqari. This is a special prayer to recite as a way to help enhance the beauty of your face. By following this guidance and focusing on your spiritual journey, you can unlock a new level of radiance and charm. The Wazifa is meant to be practiced with commitment and integrated into your daily routine to promote a positive outlook, reduce stress, and improve health and overall wellbeing. While physical attractiveness might not be the most important thing in life, it is great to know that there are natural remedies like this to boost our confidence and help us feel our best. Steps To Process Chehre ki Khubsurti Ka Wazifa Ubqari Remember the old days, when our grandmothers would tell us stories of faith and spirituality paired with everyday routines? Here’s a nostalgic trip down that lane with the steps to process the ‘Chehre ki Khubsurti Ka Wazifa Ubqari‘: - Start by performing an ablution (`wudu`) ensuring cleanliness, a step that takes us back to our roots of purity and sanctity. - Choose a quiet place, free from disturbances, reminiscent of the serene corners of our childhood homes. - Begin the Wazifa after sunset prayers (`Maghrib Namaz`), a time known to have a spiritual aura. - Recite `Durood-e-Ibrahimi` 11 times, a salutation that soothes the heart just like our grandmother’s lullabies. - Thereafter, recite `Ya Quddusu` 111 times. This name of Allah brings out the beauty in everything, much like the way our elders used to find beauty in the smallest of things. - End the Wazifa by reciting `Durood-e-Ibrahimi` 11 times again, for completeness. - Do this regularly for 40 days, consistent like the lessons of perseverance our forefathers taught us. Remember, the process is not just about physical beauty but also about inner peace and contentment, like those old, golden days. Can We Do Wazifa in Periods? The practice of Wazifa, or the recitation of special prayers and verses from the Quran, is an important aspect of the Islamic faith. However, some women may wonder whether they can continue to perform Wazifa during their menstrual cycle. The answer to this question is not straightforward. Some Islamic scholars believe that women in their period should not perform Wazifa as their body is undergoing a natural process of purification. Yet, other scholars maintain that it is permissible to perform Wazifa during menstruation as this is a personal act of worship. As with many issues in Islamic practice, the decision ultimately rests with the individual and their interpretation of religious beliefs. Conclusion About Chehra Khubsurat Karne Ka Wazifa In conclusion, physical beauty is not just about good looks but about health and self-care. By following a healthy lifestyle, reciting wazifas, taking care of your skin, and having a positive attitude, you can enhance your beauty and radiate positivity wherever you go. Remember, true beauty comes from within!
What Is Constitutional Law? Understanding the Basic Components By Ashley Brooks on 05/13/2019 There’s nothing like a good legal drama to catch your attention. You love watching the law play out on TV shows, true crime podcasts and even in real life! If the legal system interests you, you’ve probably seen the term “constitutional law” thrown about without giving it much thought until now. What is constitutional law? This legal specialty focuses on interpreting the Constitution as it applies to the U.S. government and legal disputes. Constitutional law is part history lesson, part legal drama—and it’s essential to understanding some of the biggest cases circling the courts these days. We spoke with constitutional law experts to bring you the scoop on how this area of law works and why it’s so important to the nation’s legal system. The foundation of our nation The Constitution was written in 1787, forming the basis of the U.S. government and guaranteeing basic human rights for our citizens. It sounds like it should be simple to follow the rules laid out by the Founding Fathers, but the truth is that constitutional law can be quite complicated. “As new economic and social problems arise, the Constitution does not provide a direct answer,” says Nora V. Demleitner, the Roy L. Steinheimer, Jr. Professor of Law at Washington and Lee University School of Law. “Also, its language is relatively sparse.” The truth is that it’s not easy to decide how a document that’s hundreds of years old should be used to guide our government and legal system today. That’s where differing interpretations come in. Those in constitutional law use interpretations to determine how the Constitution should be applied to modern-day issues that weren’t on the Founding Fathers’ radar in the late 18th century. Interpreting the Constitution The interpretation of the Constitution is a heated topic in the legal world. “Constitutional scholars are usually grouped into two distinct categories: originalist and non-originalist,” says attorney Falen O. Cox, partner at Cox, Rodman & Middleton, LLC. The originalists generally take a narrow approach to the Constitution, trying to interpret it as it would have been back in 1787. Non-originalists have a broader view, seeing the Constitution as “a living document,” Cox says. “They consider it to be more of a framework for governance as opposed to an all-encompassing document that explicitly addresses all relevant issues.” Of course, there are also shades of gray between these polarized views, with plenty of legal experts landing in the middle of the spectrum. Regardless of how they interpret the Constitution, most legal professionals would agree that they’re just trying to do what’s best for the country. “One thing that originalists and non-originalists have in common is that they believe their way is right and in the best interest of the nation,” Cox says. These are a few of the modern-day issues that are regularly debated in constitutional law. The Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments both reference “due process of the law” as a right. In short, this means that people who are accused of a crime are allowed a legal trial before they are incarcerated or have their property removed. This legal terminology isn’t as simple as it seems. Controversies over due process are raging in relation to detaining immigrants and sexual assault cases. Freedom of speech U.S. citizens enjoy the right to say what they want, when they want—sort of. Courts ruled in 1919 that this right does not extend to speech that poses a “clear and present danger” to society. However, hate speech has been ruled as a protected form of speech as long as it does not include calls to act violently toward others. Right to privacy Privacy issues frequently make headlines, thanks to the routine collection of data that occurs every time we interact with technology. The amount of control citizens have over the data that’s collected and how it’s used is a constitutional issue the Founding Fathers never could have seen coming. Recent years have seen Supreme Court rulings on digital privacy rights, and there will surely be more cases related to privacy in the future. Constitutional law: Affecting citizens every day The implications of constitutional law stretch far beyond the courtroom. Differing interpretations can impact the daily lives of American citizens in ways you may not have guessed. “The limits of the Constitution, and especially its Amendments, are tested in courtrooms throughout the country every day; most of us just don’t witness it,” Cox says. She shares the example of Fourth Amendment rights relating to unlawful search and seizure, which come up often in criminal court proceedings. Rulings on the Fourth Amendment in criminal cases might seem like they only affect accused criminals. “However, what these cases and constitutional interpretations really do is tell us how far the government can go to learn information about its citizens,” Cox says. “Today it’s applicable to proving whether or not an accused broke the law. Tomorrow it could be applicable to proving whether or not a citizen supported a particular political candidate, or whether a citizen belongs to a certain club or organization.” Most law is constitutional law Our legal experts agree that there aren’t many lawyers who specialize in constitutional law. “Some lawyers, however, work on a greater share of constitutional issues than others,” says Demleitner. She shares that lawyers and paralegals working for activist organizations such as the ACLU are more likely to focus on purely constitutional issues, like freedom of speech. “Many lawyers (and their paralegals) can encounter constitutional questions in their practice, though,” Demleitner adds. Legal professionals in many specialties can run into constitutional law in their everyday work, such as a real estate lawyer interpreting the government’s right to property through eminent domain, or a criminal lawyer working with search and seizure issues. The Constitution is the basis for our entire legal system, so it’s not surprising that nearly all legal professionals will come in contact with constitutional law at some point in their careers. Shaping the nation with constitutional law What is constitutional law? This specialty touches on nearly every aspect of the U.S. legal system. Now that you’ve heard some of the details of constitutional law, you might be wondering what other legal specialties are out there. Find out in our article “8 Types of Law You Might Encounter as a Paralegal.”
Criminal lawyers represent people who are facing charges in state, federal, or appellate courts. These lawyers may be involved with parole or probation hearings, bail bonds, trials, and even appeals post-conviction. Criminal lawyers have a lot of responsibilities to ensure that their clients are treated fairly according to the law. They should know the law thoroughly and know when and how they need to research details about the law. In order to build a case, they need to be good investigators and interviewers, as well as savvy strategists. Criminal lawyers can also negotiate or plea bargain for lesser charges with the prosecution, so they must be good negotiators. They are also responsible for filing motions, including to dismiss or suppress. Most importantly, they are there to be an advocate for their clients in what is usually a very stressful situation. A good criminal lawyer knows how to argue orally as well as on paper. It is their responsibility to build a thorough case that is based on evidence and to follow the law closely.
What is faith? It's trusting in the unseen and believing our God ALWAYS keeps His promises. It's being so madly in love with our Saviour that we know He desires the best for us and regardless of how the process feels or may look we know He's in control and we'll come out on the other side victorious and stronger! It's resting and having peace in the strong arms of our deliverer even while the storm is raging all around us. It's believing the impossible because we trust God more than our circumstances. It's stepping out onto the unown ledge of His will, fully surrendered, prepared to do whatever He desires of us, no matter how difficult or frightening it may be, because we trust that He will not lead us further than His anointing will take us. It's believing God's Word, against all odds, even when the doctors have given up hope, your children appear to be going deeper down a dark path of destruction, everyone has turned their backs on you or you are broke and trusting Him to make ends meet. Faith is the ability to take a step back when we get terrible news, refocus our eyes on Jesus and accepting the promises He paid for at Calvary. It's not allowing our problems to obstruct our view of Christ, but as our focus is set on Him, the issues will become dim in the light of His Glory!! It's having complete confidence that if He said it, He'll do it!!! It's a fearless forward march into the enemy's camp, ready to fight and retrieve all that He has stolen! No longer intimidated by his lies but meditating on the Word, filled with the Spirit, endued with power and prepared for battle!! Joshua 1:8-9 (NKJV) This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Luke 24:49 (NKJV) Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but tarry in the city of Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high. Hebrews 11:1-2, 6 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
Symbiosis in Pistol Shrimp and Goby Fish The Evolutionary History Of The Behavior How did this partnership evolve? What evolutionary benefit is there to needing another species to survive? Phylogeny describes changes in a species over many generations. In goby-shrimp relationships, phylogeny relates to how these partnerships evolved over time. Before the invention of S.C.U.B.A., researchers lacked the ability to accurately observe and document goby-shrimp relationships. Now, divers can more easily collect specimens and observe these partners’ behavior in marine environments, and delve into how and why these animals choose to associate with each other. Although not much is known about this particular pairing, there has been a lot of research conducted on the phylogeny of symbiotic relationships in general. Most researchers have come to the conclusion that, like many other symbiotic relationships, the shrimp-goby pairing evolved as a way for both species to avoid predation (Karplus 1987.) Above: A visual representation of the three types of symbiosis (via osu.edu).
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The potential relationship between restaurants and delivery services seemed tenuous from the start — and certainly strained after the Legislature, following the lead of other cities and states, passed a law at the beginning of the state shutdown limiting the amount of fees services such as DoorDash, GrubHub, UberEats and others could collect. Mom-and-pop food establishments were struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic — and what little profit they could earn from takeout was being gobbled up these services, the feeling went. Monday’s announcement that DoorDash is providing $500,000 for grants to small businesses — grants that could be as much as $5,000 — shows how far the relationship has come. And how the two services recognize they may be more closely intertwined moving forward. (See how to apply here.) “There’s a greater understanding of how they may need each other,” she said. And they will long after the pandemic is over — whenever that is, and however that is defined. “I think takeout and delivery and outdoor dining is going to be around for a long time,” Halvorsen said. “I think some people are just going to be uncomfortable eating indoors. The recovery of the sector is very much tied to consumer confidence. And, the more options restaurants have, the better off they’ll be. “So, for somebody who doesn’t want to deal with the staffing of delivery drivers and insurance issues, this is a good way of doing it.” Halvorsen said the grant program was unexpected, but not a complete surprise. DoorDash, she said, has been more involved in the industry than others have been. “From beginning, DoorDash has really tried to do a little bit different than their competitors in trying to be collaborative, rather than trying to be an adversary,” she said. “They had this grant program and asked if we could help execute it — which, of course, we’re happy to do,” she said. Read more from ROI-NJ: - NJRHA, DoorDash to partner on $500K grant program for N.J. restaurants - Halvorsen leaving N.J. Restaurant & Hospitality Association Halvorsen said DoorDash, which joined the association last year, has made an effort to be part of the solution going forward, Halvorsen said. “DoorDash has been the one to step up, really trying to be good partners with state associations and the restaurant industry,” she said. “They acknowledge that they need restaurants to be prosperous. And this is their way of giving back, which we appreciate. All these delivery companies made a lot of money from the restaurants. So, it’s nice that they’re giving back.” DoorDash’s David London, director of government relations, U.S. East, said the company was eager to do what it could to help the industry — and do so at great expense. The program is part of DoorDash’s five-year, $200 million Main Street Strong Pledge, which includes a $10 million grant program to help restaurants in cities and states around the country and Canada. Similar programs have been established in Connecticut, Texas and Colorado — with more announcements expected soon. “DoorDash has always supported restaurants, and we’re proud of the value many in New Jersey have said they’ve found through our platform,” London said. “New Jersey restaurants are core to communities across the state, and we’re hopeful that this program with NJRHA will help these small businesses rebound from the pandemic and thrive on the other side.” How the relationship moves going forward remains to be seen, but there’s reason to believe restaurants and delivery services can find a happy medium going forward — in a way that those who paid for taxi medallions will never be able to forge a relationship with the Ubers and Lyfts of the world. As always, it will be a matter of money. How much will it cost restaurants to have what likely will be an essential part of their business model going forward — but one they are not in position to provide themselves? After all, indoor dining restrictions may never go away completely. And more, consumer confidence does not figure to ever return to the level it once was. The state regulation — which limited delivery services to fees that cannot exceed 10% of the price of the original order if the restaurant is using its own driver for the delivery or 20% of the original price otherwise — has expired. State Sen. Vin Gopal (D-Ocean Twp.), who sponsored the legislation, said he feels the law had an impact last summer — and will continue to do so moving forward. “When my bill was signed last summer that capped the fees from third-party vendors, it showed a very positive change in the relationship between restaurants and the food delivery services — and I’m happy to see now both parties have been able to come together to work things out,” he said. “I am also thrilled to see the partnership that was recently announced between the New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association and DoorDash. “I appreciate the camaraderie between these organizations as we all continue to work together through this pandemic to help the Garden State.” Gopal said he will continue to monitor the situation. “Small business restaurants are the backbone of this state,” he said. “Anything the government can do to help them through the difficult times they’re facing through no fault of their own is a very high priority of mine.”
Our aim is to develop Reading skills to support children’s acquisition of knowledge and as a school we recognise how centrally important reading is to function in society. We aim to support children to become fluent in reading a range of fiction and non- fiction texts and help them to develop the decoding and comprehension skills necessary to understand texts deeply, make links across texts and find pleasure in reading. We have a broad and balanced literature spine, which provides pupils with exposure to a range of high-level texts that equips them with a strong command of language and appreciation of a varied literary heritage. Across the whole school a set text is used for the whole class so pupils can develop a deep understanding of the text, which then feeds into their English lessons. Secondary texts are also used in the reading session, which may be based on the genre being studied in English. The reading domains below are taught and practiced in reading sessions so that pupils are able to develop a broad range of reading skills. At Rush Common we encourage children to read for pleasure. Our school library contains a wide range of both fiction and non-fiction books. Visitors to the library will receive a warm welcome from our school librarian. Children are timetabled to visit the library every week. They may borrow one book at a time and keep it for up to two weeks. We are really pleased to be able to open the library for families to visit together after school on Monday afternoons between 3.00pm and 3.30pm.
You’ve invested over the years and now you’re ready to retire and withdraw income from your retirement nest egg. How long will your money last? There are a number of variables at play, but one you should know is the sequence of returns. If you start taking income withdrawals from your portfolio in a down Early Negative Returns vs. Early Positive Returns Hypothetical Example Jim, age 65, has $500,000 in savings invested in an index fund that mirrors the performance of the S&P 500®. He begins to withdraw 5% each year for income. Compare the difference in his portfolio balance in the graph below. In each scenario, the average annual rate of return is 4.95 percent. But starting withdrawals in years with negative returns yields a very different portfolio outcome than when withdrawals begin in years with positive returns. At age 83, Jim has only $20,134 left in account value (scenario A), when withdrawals began in a
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to Ride @ Sandridge Learn to ride at Sandridge on our well-mannered, experienced and well-schooled horses. We are proud to bring you excellence in instruction with the most up-to-date coaches and standards in a top-quality facility with a focus on classical education and rider safety. All instructors at Sandridge Stables are certified or in process of becoming certified, through Equestrian Canada, the national governing body for equestrian sport in Canada and the National Coaching Certification Program, which governs coaching and certification standards for all amateur sport in Canada. This ensures students have the best possible instruction with specific attention to safety and the learning progression. Standards under this program are comparable to those in other equestrian countries such as England, Germany, the Netherlands and the U.S. Our instructors continually pursue their own professional development and teach under the guidance of Equestrian Canada High-Performance Coach, Tricia Dahms. Beginner Rider Programs No riding assessment is needed for beginner riders. Riders must be at least 6 years of age to participate in our programs. Sandridge Stables teaches correct riding basics along with a classical approach to understanding the horse and riding with harmony. Beginner riders are working to establish comfort and skill in all three gaits (walk, trot, and eventually canter) while working up the training scale. Exercises on horseback and games of various kinds make learning fun and easy for all ages of students. While learning to ride takes time and practice, its rewards are many and often extend past the riding arena and into personal development. Once riders progress into canter work, there is the option to start learning jumping basics. The learning to ride journey is unique for each rider. However, many people ask how long it will take to become a more skilled rider. It takes approximately 10 months to a year of consistent weekly lessons and riding to attain a good starting foundation for becoming a skilled rider. We encourage our students to set individual goals for their learning and riding to work towards. We also let students progress at their own pace. Beginner lesson components include: an emphasis on safety, which is always at the forefront of both on and off-horse learning barn safety, horse handling & study of equipment parts and functions mounting and dismounting safely rider position improvements, rein and leg aids with basic arena exercises and games learning and using all rider aids correctly and progressing to more advanced arena exercises learning the training scale of riding with a focus on rhythm, balance and overall control At Sandridge, we take great pride in developing top riders. To help establish this standard of excellence we do have a basic dress code expected of all riders. It consists of: appropriate riding boots with sufficient heel (1/2") for safety a safety-approved equine riding helmet (we do provide rental helmets if needed). Bicycle helmets are NOT permitted as they do not meet safety standards set by Equestrian Canada proper riding pants - breeches recommended (no jeans please) shirts tucked in, and no baggy hoodies, no tank tops long hair is to be securely tied back and away from the face no dangly jewelry no chewing gum in the arena GROUP LESSON SCHEDULES: Children & Youth Learn to Ride beginner programs - Saturday & Sunday mornings. The first lesson starts at 8:30am and the last lesson usually ends at 12:30pm. If we have enough interested, we may be able to offer Friday and/or Monday evening lessons Adult beginner programs - Primarily Mondays & Fridays evenings as well as Saturday & Sunday mornings. However, we are always creating new lesson times based on needs and availability. The schedules are based on what classes have openings and if we need to open a new lesson time to accommodate more registrations, we will. While we try to accommodate requests for lesson days and times, we are limited to what spots are available when you register. Please note that lesson schedules and groupings can change as riders progress. Notice about possible lesson time changes is always before being implemented, and affected students and families are consulted about what works best for them. Unfortunately, we cannot always accommodate everyone's needs, but we try really hard! We try to have no more than 5 riders per class. BEGINNER PROGRAM FEES: All lessons and fees are invoiced on a monthly basis. Fees are to be paid in full at the beginning of each month either by etransfer, cheque, cash or credit card. No debit is available at this time. Group lessons are $260 + gst/month ~ This monthly fee includes: once a week lessons on a monthly invoice with a guarantee of 4 lessons every month a lesson horse and all tack for the horse Flex lessons are also available for $65 + gst/lesson (add $20 if a lesson horse is required). Payable on the day of the lesson. Arrangements must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Semi-Private lessons - $80 + gst/hour per rider (add $20 if a lesson horse is required). You book these directly with your instructor. Private lessons - $110 + gst/hour (add $20 if a lesson horse is required). You book these directly with your instructor. Have your own horse? The group lesson monthly fee is $200 + gst. Lease horses are available. Please note that in winter months (November through to the end of April), a heating surcharge is billed directly onto your monthly invoice. You will be given notice of the charge and how much it is prior to being billed. Additionally, hay prices are affected by supply & demand. When hay prices increase, we do have a small hay surcharge. Certification For Riders Equine Canada and the Alberta Equestrian Federation have developed English Rider Standards 1-10 to assist in the development process of a rider. While entirely voluntary, taking these accreditation standards provides focus, motivation, goal-setting opportunities and a pathway to achievement. Exams are held annually at Sandridge Stables for students who wish to participate in the certification process to progress at their own pace. At Sandridge, our lesson programs are ongoing month to month. You are welcome to sign up for as many or as few months as you would like. You can join mid-month and your fee would be pro-rated to the weeks you began attending. To cancel your monthly program, you are simply required to give one month's notice in an email to our office. Occasionally, lessons will be a ground lesson, which means that there will be no riding or a combination of being on-horse and off-horse learning. Instead, instruction will focus on proper horse care (horsemanship) and stable safety. Lessons are always the full scheduled hour. Missed classes will not be rescheduled or refunded. All classes cancelled by Sandridge Stables will be rescheduled or credited to your account. To enroll - please complete our registration form and return it either by scan and email or drop it off in our mailbox in the main entrance of our barn. Payment must accompany registration. If emailing registration, payment must be made either by etransfer (to email@example.com) or credit card. We do not accept payment by Interac/debit at this time. Have more questions? Please let us know, we are happy to help.
"TO BE RATHER THAN TO SEEM" North Carolina, in the warm temperate zone, has a generally mild climate, with abundant and well distributed rainfall. The state's congenial climate, its many miles of beaches, and its beautiful mountains attract large numbers of visitors and vacationers each year. Chief among the tourist attractions are the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the Cape Lookout National Seashore, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Great Smoky Mts. National Park. Wildlife abounds in national forests (the state has four) and in the Dismal Swamp. Places of historic interest include Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, on Roanoke Island; the Wright Brothers National Memorial, at Kitty Hawk; Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, at Flatrock; and Guilford Courthouse and Moores Creek national military parks. North Carolina leads the nation in the production of tobacco and is a major producer of textiles and furniture. It grows 40% of all U.S. tobacco, but the continuing trend is toward diversification. Broilers, hogs, turkeys, greenhouse products, sweet potatoes, corn, soybeans, peanuts, and eggs are important. Plentiful forests supply the thriving furniture and lumber industries. The state has long been a major textile manufacturer, producing cotton, synthetic, and silk goods as well as various kinds of knit items. Other leading manufactures are electrical machinery, computers, and chemicals; the Research Triangle complex near Chapel Hill has spurred high-tech manufacturing, as well as bringing federal jobs into the state. The state also has mineral resources: It leads the nation in the production of feldspar, mica, and lithium materials and produces substantial quantities of olivine, crushed granite, talc, clays, and phosphate rock. There are valuable coastal fisheries, with shrimp, menhaden, and crabs the principal catches. Charlotte developed in the 1980s into a major U.S. banking center, and related businesses have flourished. T hearea. For more information please click on the links below. North Carolina is a state in the southeastern United States. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean (east), South Carolina and Georgia (south), Tennessee (west), and Virginia (north). Area, 52,586 sq mi (136,198 sq km). Pop. 10.49 Million in 2019 Largest city, Charlotte. Motto, Esse Quam Videri [To Be Rather than to Seem]. State bird, Cardinal. State flower, Dogwood. State tree, Pine. NC Colleges & Universities: https://www.mhu.edu/ Mars Hill College North Carolina Links: https://www.nc.gov/agency/agriculture-and-consumer-services-department NC Dept. of Agriculture http://www.ncdot.org/DMV/ NC Dept. of Motor Vehicles http://www.dor.state.nc.us/ NC Dept. of Revenue https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-nc-unemployment-insurance-information NC Employment Security http://www.ncgov.com/ NC Government http://www.governor.state.nc.us/ NC Office of the Governor http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/ NC State Government Jobs http://www.visitnc.com/ NC Travel Website http://www.va.gov/midatlantic/facilities/fayetteville.asp VA Hospital Fayetteville,NC http://www.va.gov/midatlantic/facilities/durham.asp VA Hopsital Durham NC https://www.medicare.gov/ Medicare Website NC Places to Visit: https://www.dukeenergycenterraleigh.com/venues Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts www.crowncoliseum.com Fayetteville NC http://ncmuseumofhistory.org/ Museum of History, Raleigh NC http://www.aaccmuseum.com/ African American Cultural Complex https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/bentonville-battlefield Bentonville Battleground http://www.nps.gov/caha/index.htm Cape Hatteras Park Service https://www.ncamhof.com/ Carolinas Aviation Museum https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/fort-fisher Fort Fisher Historic Site https://www.ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park/home Fort Macon State Park https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/house-horseshoe House in the Horse Shoe https://www.visitnc.com/listing/cC6o/national-railroad-museum-hall-of-fame National Railroad Museum https://ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com/ NC Maritime Museum https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/n-c-state-capitol NC State Capitol Building http://www.nctrans.org/ NC Transportation Museum https://ncpotterycenter.org/ NC Pottery Center https://www.visitnc.com/story/SBTV/coastal-lighthouses-to-explore-in-north-carolina NC Lighthouses http://www.oldsalem.org/ Old Salem NC http://www.nps.gov/wrbr/index.htm Wright Brothers Museum http://www.tryonpalace.org/ Tryon Place, New Bern NC https://www.wnchistory.org/ Smith-McDowell House https://www.gsmr.com/ Smoky Mountain Trains http://www.raleighcitymuseum.org/ Raleigh City Museum http://www.museumofthealbemarle.com/ Museum of History Albemarele NC http://www.fortbranchcivilwarsite.com/ Fort Branch Civil War Site Door to Door Realty "Taking You Door to Door" the easy way!
Few diseases affect as many people worldwide as cancer does. Cancer comes in a multitude of forms, each with their own treatments and costs associated with them. The data on cancer is concerning, especially for Medicare-aged individuals. Cancer is much more likely to affect people over the age of 65, accounting for 60% of all cancer diagnoses, and 70% of deaths. As such, it’s important to get started with diagnosis, treatment, and prevention as early as possible. It can save your wallet and your life! Covering Cancer Treatments Original Medicare, including Parts A, B, and D will cover some aspects of cancer treatment. Medicare Part A covers inpatient expenses such as hospital stays, sometimes referred to as hospital insurance. Some aspects of inpatient cancer care covered by Original Medicare Part A include: - Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy - Clinical research studies - Surgical implants after a mastectomy Medicare Part B covers outpatient expenses, and is frequently referred to as medical insurance. Outpatient cancer care covered under Original Medicare Part B includes: - Doctor’s visits - Intravenous (inserted into a patient’s vein) chemotherapy drugs - SOME oral chemotherapy treatments - Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Outpatient surgeries - Nutritional counseling Medicare Part D covers prescription drug costs. Some examples of cancer drugs that would be covered under part D include: - Chemotherapy drugs taken orally - Anti-nausea drugs - Pain medications used in cancer treatment Medicare Advantage, sometimes referred to as Medicare Part C, are bundled insurance plans that may include coverage of Part A, Part B, and Part D. These plans are distributed by private insurance companies. Medicare Advantage plans can even be specialized towards cancer treatment, offering lower costs on treatment and even offering benefits well beyond what Original Medicare offers. With Medicare only covering 80% of treatment for a cancer diagnosis, you would be left paying 20% of the remaining costs out-of-pocket. This is also not including expenses that may come along with this unfortunate disease such as: To assist with that, SBS offers additional Cancer policies that can be combined with your existing Medicare plan. Some of these plans may pay out cash in a lump sum, while others cover specific treatments to help with those expenses. Cancer Plans are designed to provide additional support when you need it most – and we’d love to review your options! Do you feel prepared for the worst-case scenarios? We are happy to discuss your coverage with you so that you can live out your retirement stress-free! A non-government entity. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.
August 26, 2022 \| Erin Bluvas, firstname.lastname@example.org Researchers from the Rural and Minority Health Research Center and the South Carolina SmartState Center for Healthcare Quality have completed a nationwide study examining the relationship between income levels and interactive caregiving (i.e., activities that are engaging, responsive and supportive) for young children. They published their findings in the Journal of Child and Family Studies. “Neurobiological research examining the effects of stress on child development has demonstrated that interactive caregiving practices can be protective for the development of the brain in early childhood,” says Elizabeth Crouch, an assistant professor in the Arnold School’s Department of Health Services Policy and Management and director for the Rural and Minority Health Research Center. “This is particularly true for children experiencing poverty.” Nearly 15 percent of children under the age of 18 live in poverty – a percentage that likely increased during the pandemic due to layoffs and income instability – and these children face long-term negative effects related to academic success and development. Poverty has the most profound impact when it occurs in early childhood as this is a critical time for development. Parents and caregivers play key roles in helping young children develop language, literacy and cognitive skills. Research has shown that early childhood poverty can result in delayed language skills, which impacts academic readiness/attainment as adolescents and even risky behaviors into adulthood. This study aimed to describe the prevalence of caregiving practices in early childhood across the United States. The researchers looked at three interactive caregiving activities (e.g., reading, storying telling/singing songs, eating a meal together) between parents and children. They analyzed data from more than 14,000 children (ages five and under) from the 2017-2018 National Survey of Children’s Health. In this data sample, more than one-third of children-caregivers engaged in reading, nearly half participated in singing/storytelling and over half of them ate meals together – all on a daily basis. The authors found that children living in families with incomes below the federal poverty level were less likely to be read to every day compared to families with incomes at 400 percent or more above that level. Further, families with incomes at 100 – 199 percent of the federal poverty level had lower odds of engaging in singing/storytelling every day compared to families in the 400 percent category. Results from this study also illustrate structural racism in the U.S., with African American and Hispanic children less likely to be read to or sung/told stories to compared to white counterparts. This trend reflects the inequitable access to time, resources and education faced by racial/ethnic minority families. “These findings have long-term implications for children, as interactive caregiving practices are known to improve cognitive activities such as language development, which is associated with educational attainment into adulthood,” Crouch says. “Finding ways to increase the adoption of interactive caregiving practices may be one way to mitigate disparities in education, especially among families experiencing poverty.” *Co-authors include Elizabeth Crouch (Health Services Policy and Management, Rural and Minority Health Research Center), Elizabeth Radcliff (Rural and Minority Health Research Center), Melinda Merrell (Health Services Policy and Management), Monique Brown (Epidemiology and Biostatistics, South Carolina SmartState Center for Healthcare Quality), Kevin Bennett (Family and Preventive Medicine). M. J. Brown is supported by the National Institute of Mental Health of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number K01MH115794.
There are no secrets to school improvement. There are no silver bullets and no magic answers. It is far less glamorous. It is a question of identifying numerous actions and applying effort 'day in, day out' to improve them. This book contains 89 strategies which leaders have successfully used in primary and secondary schools to make the difference to their pupils. 'This brilliant book is a 'must have' for any school leader. It is packed full of realistic strategies that can be adopted, adapted and implemented' - Sarah Paul, Headteacher, Wyberton Primary Academy. 'Packed to the brim with practical advice for school improvement that is founded in his real-life work.' - Jayney Cooksley, Headteacher, Briar Hill Primary School. 'Really resonates with me, the strategies are particularly useful for new Headteachers and those working in stand-alone schools' - Rebecca Walker, Primary Director, West Norfolk Academies Trust. 'The title of the book is perfect - there are no 'silver bullets' but this strips the mammoth beast of school improvement back to a toolkit that focuses on doing fewer things really well. No bandwagons to jump on, just relentless consistency in tried and tested strategies to provide a great education for all learners.' - Donna Tandy, Deputy Chief Executive, The Focus Trust. 'Each page bristles with rich examples of school improvement,'Abby Byford, Director of the ATT Institute 'Provides simple and easy-to-access advice to school leaders, will be very much welcomed by many,'Rowena Hackwood, CEO, Astrea Academies Trust 'This book is a must have for any school leader looking to bring about positive change, with tried & tested ideas.'Liz White, School Improvement Advisor. 'Everything I know of Paul's work is nothing but excellence and 'No Silver Bullets is no different'Julie Keyes, The Education Consultant. 'No Silver Bullets offers a valuable and pragmatic approach to ensuring that school improvement strategies 'stick'. Grounded in Paul Ainsworth's extensive experience and expertise, this book will be an invaluable resource to any school leader seeking to make sustainable improvements in their school community.' - Zoë Elder, author of 'Full On Learning' 'A book to not just read once but act as a reference, challenge and reflection as to where you are at on your School Improvement journey and context.' - Stephen Logan, Deputy Head, Malet Lambert School. 'No Silver Bullets is an excellent guide to key strategies that really make a difference when it comes to school improvement from someone who "walks the talk" with school leaders each and every day.' - Gavin Booth, CEO, Infinity Academies Trust. 'No Silver Bullets is a reassuring and realistic message that school improvement relies on day to day hard work and clear focus and not an external quick fix being adopted by the school.' -Leann Lynch, Strategic Teaching and Learning Leader, L.E.A.D. Equate Teaching School Alliance. 'I have supported over sixty schools in the last six years as I have worked in Director of School Improvement roles across for four Multi-Academy Trusts. I help Headteachers and school leadership teams make their school the best it can be. I rarely suggest drastic changes, instead on each visit, I look for little tweaks which will make the difference to their school. This book contains the suggestions that I make the most often. They are quickly adopted and help drive school improvement.' - Paul K. Ainsworth So whether you are a school leader or a system leader, read through the actions and see which of these small changes can make a big difference to your school. What do we think? A great book, full of useful ideas and easy to adopt actions that can make a big difference to you and your school in a really sensible consistent approach.
Changes in the daily variability of high and low temperatures in certain regions may stress wild bird populations. A new study of semi-wildish Zebra Finches demonstrates this. I have a post on the research here, at 10,000 birds. Have a look! Every pilot knows that it's easier to get a plane into the air on cold days — shorter takeoff runs — because cold air is denser than warm air. I wonder how this would affect birds. Would they need more food as the mean temperature of the air they fly in climbs?
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released a blueprint to support manufacturers and operators to incorporate the latest safety technology into new and existing heavy vehicles. Assistant Minister for Road Safety and Freight Transport Scott Buchholz said the Vehicle Safety and Environmental Technology Update Plan (SETUP) outlined five work packages to give Australia’s heavy vehicle industry certainty when installing new safety technology. “Heavy vehicle manufacturers are designing technology, both here locally and overseas, to improve safety and get drivers home safely,” Mr Buchholz said. “This technology is available and I want to clear the way to encourage the use of that technology and make sure there are no regulatory barriers when it comes to manufacturers identifying and installing new systems. “For example, lane departure warning, autonomous emergency braking systems and pedestrian and cyclist detection systems are all available, so let’s see them on more new vehicles.” The NHVR’s Vehicle SETUP Plan was developed following a survey of manufacturers in 2018, and is designed to meet the targets set out in the Federal Government’s National Road Safety Action Plan 2018-2020. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said the plan would be delivered over five work packages, including better harmonisation of Australian vehicle standards, better access to the latest vehicle technologies, ensuring appropriate in-service requirements, and industry education about new and emerging technology. “When we surveyed manufacturers, we saw that there was very little consistency when it comes to installing newer types of safety technology,” Mr Petroccitto said. “For example, stability control was included on 78 per cent of new vehicles, but fatigue monitoring systems were used on less than one in five, while lane keep assist featured on one in four new vehicles.” The Truck Industry Council CEO Tony McMullan welcomed the plan and said manufacturers supported steps to remove barriers. “By removing barriers and aligning standards such as width and mass, manufacturers will have access to more trucks, meaning more options and lower costs for operators,” he said. Click here to download the Vehicle SET UP – www.nhvr.gov.au/VehicleSETUP For Minister Buchholz \| Scott O’Connell \| 0413 424 384 For NHVR \| Andrew Berkman \| 0429 128 637 For Truck Industry Council \| Tony McMullan \| 0427 941 281
Interview with Lou Patrou Lou Patrou has been drawing and painting faces and figures since the 1960s. Patrou’s work is sometimes difficult to categorize because he doesn’t always use the same artistic language, repeat the same disciplines or follow a straight direction with his work. The only definitive thing you could say is that he is obsessed with making faces and finding new ways to create designs and forms out of them. What is your earliest memory of art? Drawing all kinds of faces at home when I was a teenager in Rochester NY. What inspired you to be an artist? There was never one inspiration that I can put my finger on. Early on I noticed a curiosity and a lot of enjoyment from doing art and have always felt those same feelings when I am doing something creative. I guess it is what is commonly called rewarding. Do you listen to music while you work and what/or who do you listen to? Yes, I always have music on to put me in the zone. Surprisingly, I have an extensive Country collection, (not NEW country), people like Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yoakam, Steve Earle, George Jones and from the Folk arena I listen to John Prine, Iris Demint, Richard Thompson, Van Morrison and Bob Dylan. From the Rock n Roll shelf, I still regularly play a lot of The Allman Brothers, Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Zeppelin, Cream and the Band from my past in the ‘60s. Do you think your environment, where you live, has an effect on type of art you produce? Absolutely, everything you see and pass by outside and live with inside your house/apartment visually influences not only your state of mind but your internal images, shapes and design sense. You are reacting to those influences all the time and may not even know it. You have a surrealistic style mixed with Gary Baseman style of cartoon illustration. Is that the style you are most comfortable in? My comfort and style changes with the times, plus I think get bored doing any one style or direction. I try to mix things up and look for new challenges from piece to piece. It would be like a band putting out different versions of the same album over and over year after year, never writing new material. Is it easier for you to create if given an assignment or does it get in the way of your creativity? Being told what to do is something I react very badly to, I can’t help it—imagine being told when to have sex or to perform on cue, it would be a real arousal killer! I only do art that occurs to me spontaneously and from there I cultivate it into a finished piece. Here’s another one, imagine telling a song writer to write a birthday song for your pet monkey, and that the monkey wears a red suit. What long term goals do you have? Like many artists out there, I would like to eventually gain the kind of recognition and exposure that brings career opportunities to show, publish, create editions etc. Along with creating new content in the form of drawings & paintings, I am simultaneously pursuing product development and licensing with my work and designs. I have a couple apparel & lifestyle brands that I have been developing, Hank & Sylvie and Cootie Girl. What is piece of art are you most proud of? Like a film maker’s response I have heard when asked this question, I always say the last creation I finished is my favorite. The cover piece is part of a series of 6 paintings called the Barney & Betty series, named after Betty and Barney Hill. They are each 30”x40”, acrylic paintings on watercolor paper. I have been working on them for over 2 years. What was the strangest commission you took on? Or the oddest thing you’ve ever been asked to create? I have never done one. What projects are working on now? I am working on a painting of a face I call Mustang Sally. It is all pop colors and extremely simplified like a graphic or icon.
Length (mm): 25-75 This shell has 5 or 6 whorls with a medium sized spire. It typically has two thick axial varices on each whorl. It has spiral ribs that overlay consistent axial folds. The aperture sometimes develops a shield from the inner lip that extends onto the body whorl. The outside lip of the inner aperture can have a series of folds extending into the shell. The siphonal siphonal canal is wide and mostly enclosed. This shell is typically white to tan color with spiral lines of a darker gray. The aperture is bright white. Florida to Brazil 0 to 27 meters Carnivore; They eat a variety of Bivalves including Giant Clams (Tridacna). This shell is also sometimes called the White-Mouthed Triton. MolluscaBase eds. (2021). MolluscaBase. Gutturnium muricinum (Roding, 1798). Accessed through: World Register of Marine Species at: http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=220950 on 2021-06-23 Jorrit H. Poelen, James D. Simons and Chris J. Mungall. (214). Global Biotic Interactions: An open infrastructure to share and analyze species-interaction datasets. Ecological Informatics. https://doi.org/1.116/j.ecoinf.214.8.5.
The Root of the Issue by Gordon Petschow, Midwest Environmental Consultants In today’s modern world, the philosophy of lawn care and gardening is quick results at the least possible costs for the greatest yields. These expectations are not un-realistic, but perhaps if we can make an effort to understand that soils and nature’s disciplines are forgiving but firm and unchangeable in its established procedures. To be successful, it is advisable to stay within the inherent boundaries of nature’s principles. Nature’s workings are complex and interactive, but it becomes clearly focused when we garden, practice lawn care, or grow crops. It’s at this point we understand its workings, procedures, and limitations. To be more specific, we must discuss in an itemized fashion these procedures. 1. Land ethics: By definition, land ethics is being willing to respect, accept, understand, and appreciate the land and soil we work; regardless of our desires or our vote to change the landscape and land use. To monocrop, erode, toxify, or demineralize the land with chemicals and incomplete fertilizers is classified as surface, short-term use of the land or mining the soil. Yes, it is easier to spray weeds with chemicals than to cultivate, but we transfer our savings on labor and materials costs to medical or environmental costs at some future date. When we realize that our living environment has degraded to a point we can no longer ignore the reality, we then take action at higher dramatic costs. To use the land and change the landscape, it’s advisable to know nature, its procedures, and the soil that is going to be altered before we start. Yes, income can be made in short order temporarily, but the soil base and ecological base becomes degraded to where the results may last a lifetime trying to recover to a natural productive state of well being. 2. The natural world we work with is dependent on the nonliving or abiotic part of nature. Water, ice, broken rock, and minerals make up a large portion of the abiotic composition that assists in forming the mineralized portion of soil and lays the groundwork for the biotic communities to live and function. 3. All living organisms are derived from a single cell. The cells in time build tissues, and organs that in turn become a total living being. It survives on minerals and nutrients derived from the abiotic world. Its life span is terminal and its remains create topsoil – the jewel of gardens, lawns, and agricultural crops. Together, living organisms have inherent physical characteristics but are dependent and interacting with other species and their living and abiotic environment. This is understanding the root of successful land management, and cell promotion and living organism health. Working with nature’s principles brings success, whether medical and health, financial, or environmental. This is the vital key. Short unplanned surface management gains, and elimination of the basic necessities of life (air, water, minerals), and chemical applications to life systems is the beginning of mutations and eventual demise of the living organism. For prosperity and preservation of the bases for living now and for the future, pursue the root of living. For a customized lawn care or landscaping project that is cost-effective, call us at Midwest Environmental Consultants, LLC at 715-586-1302. Working with Nature – Working with You.
YouTube is an internationally known website for sharing videos. Unfortunately, when you use an online downloader to download a video or try to get it from a random website, you face the danger of your personal information being stolen. The task of downloading videos is incredibly straightforward, efficient, and safe while using the Python Tkinter module. Moreover, it gets the video directly from YouTube for you. Table of Contents - Table of Contents - Building the API/GUI - Creating the download function To develop a video downloader, you should have; - An understanding of Python programming language. - Python package installed on your PC. - An editor of your choice. - Tkinter - A Python module for creating GUIs. - Pytube - Downloads the video from YouTube. Requirements need to be ready before you start your development process. A Python environment is a foremost requirement for this project. You can follow these directives to set-up a Python environment on your PC. A crucial module needs to be installed, which is the beginning of the development process. Installing PyTube module To install Pytube using pip, open your command prompt CLI on your machine and type in the following command. pip install PyTube Like PyTube, the pip command is used to install any other Python module. For example, install Tkinter as shown below since it is required to develop the user interface. pip install Tkinter If you get errors while installing, please ensure that your Python package is installed correctly using the correct defaults. Once it is successfully installed, you can start coding your API as instructed in the development section below. Building the API/GUI In this section, you will design the interface for the application. Since the article builds the downloading functionality, the interface will be minimalistic. If you want to add more features to your API and make it more appealing, you can refer to this article to get more understanding of Tkinter GUI development. First, however, the following steps need to be followed. 1. Import Libraries needed in the project After installing the modules, you need to import the libraries required in your application. Importing them allows them to act as a part of your project. Here is the right way to import them. # import all Tkinter libraries from the module from Tkinter import * # From the installed Pytube module, import the youtube library from Pytube import YouTube 2. Create the API window root = Tk() root.geometry('500 X 300') # Size of the window root.resizable(0, 0) # makes the window adjustable with its features root.title('youtube downloader') root.mainloop() When you run the code so far, an empty window is displayed with the title in the code above. The rest of the code will fall in between the Tk() and the 3. Create the link entry Here you will create an entry where you can paste your link. The code is as follows; Label(root, text="Download Youtube videos for free", font='san-serif 14 bold').pack() link = StringVar() # Specifying the variable type Label(root, text="Paste your link here", font='san-serif 15 bold').place(x=150, y=55) link_enter = Entry(root, width=70, textvariable=link).place(x=30, y=85) After running the code, the window will appear as shown in the photo below. 4. Create the download button The download button allows you to download the video by calling the download function in the next step. It only takes one line of code, as shown in the code block below. Button(root, text='Download', font='san-serif 16 bold', bg='red', padx=2,command="download").place(x=100, y=150) download is the attribute that initiates the download process when the button is pressed. It is called from the download function created below for getting the video from YouTube. Creating the download function Up to this point, you have made a GUI where you can paste your link from youtube, but the download button is not yet functional. So, to fetch the video using the URL, you will have to create a download function called the download button. The code below is a python function titled download, which reads the URL entered, connects to youtube, and downloads the video. The comments help you know the importance of every line of code and what it does. def download(): url = YouTube(str(link.get())) #This captures the link(url) and locates it from YouTube. video = url.streams.first() # This captures the streams available for downloaded for the video i.e. 360p, 720p, 1080p. etc. video.download() # This is the method with the instruction to download the video. Label(root, text="Downloaded", font="arial 15").place(x=100, y=120) #Once the video is downloaded, this label `downloaded` is displayed to show dowload completion. Copy and paste a link from a YouTube video to test your API, click the download button. The video is saved in your project folder when logged into a network. The completed GUI is now: To this point, we have successfully constructed a youtube video downloader application in Python. First, for rendering graphics, we have used the well-known Tkinter package. Next, we used the Pytube library to create a fully functional GUI to fetch videos from Youtube. I hope you found this tutorial helpful. Peer Review Contributions by: Lalithnarayan C
Best time to visit Seychelles The best time to visit Seychelles is during the months of April, May, October, and November. During these months, the weather is generally pleasant with warm temperatures and lower chances of rainfall. The seas are calm, making it an ideal time for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. Seychelles experiences a tropical climate, so it's important to consider the weather patterns when planning your trip. The months of December to March are considered the rainy season, with higher humidity and occasional heavy showers. However, even during these months, there are still plenty of sunny days to enjoy. It's worth noting that Seychelles attracts visitors throughout the year due to its stunning natural beauty and diverse marine life. If you prefer quieter beaches and fewer crowds, visiting during the shoulder seasons (April/May and October/November) might be a good choice. Ultimately, the best time to visit Seychelles depends on your preferences and the activities you plan to engage in. Whether you're looking for pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, or simply to unwind in a tropical paradise, Seychelles has something to offer year-round.
With a deep passion for the ocean, sharks and exploration, Cristiana Damiano is an Oceanographer & Marine Scientist. With a deep passion for the ocean, sharks and exploration, Cristiana Damiano is an Oceanographer & Marine Scientist. She is also a Naturalist, Producer, Presenter and Photographer currently working for National Geographic Expeditions and as a Scientific Adviser for the underwater documentary “Eye Under the Sea”. As an experienced dive instructor and technical diver, her knowledge encompasses the fields of coral reef ecology, shark research & conservation and expeditions to remote locations whilst focusing her work as an advocate for marine habitat & ocean protection. Cristiana was a presenter and involved with the production of “Shark Invasion” for the Hunter & Hunted TV Series, National Geographic. Cristiana’s scientific knowledge about shark biology, threats and their need for conservation is an asset for The Shark Eyes Team. “Due to population increase and increased use of coastal areas, the probability of shark and human interactions are also on the rise. Non-invasive shark deterrent technologies and visual disruptors play an important role as an alternative solution to this problem. It is an honour to support “Shark Eyes” as an exciting and innovative technology that will provide an affordable and informative product.”
KATARI is the LED UV-C lamp designed and produced by Simaco Elettromeccanica based in Corte Palasio in Northern Italy, which has recently wanted to present a solution to the SARS-CoV2 pandemic which has turned our lives upside down; There are various solutions out on the market, but Simaco wanted to overcome this using a one-of-a-kind, highly innovative product. Versatility for every room It has been designed to radiate ultraviolet UV-C light with a wavelength of 275 – 285nm, KATARI is a LED lamp ideal for removing bacteria, viruses, germs, but also mould and pathogens, in various types of environments (household, workplace, commercial), where there is a high concentration of contaminants. The human eye is unable to perceive ultraviolet rays; without the necessary precautions, UV-B and UV-C radiation can result in skin and eye disorders in cases of prolonged exposure. Therefore, for safety reasons, it is vital that the lamp operates in the absence of any persons or animals. For this reason, we have developed two versions: Manually controlled by a remote switch, where a user switches the system on and off. This version is particularly used in those places where access control is possible. In addition to manual control with switch, it allows control by integrating with existing systems. With presence sensors for switching the system on and off automatically, it is ideal in those places where the presence and passage of people cannot be excluded. Ultraviolet UV-C light It has been scientifically proven that ultraviolet rays affect all airborne or waterborne living microorganisms, be they bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, spores, etc (1)(2). Ultraviolet UV-C light is able to modify the DNA or RNA of microorganisms, preventing them from reproducing, i.e. from being harmful to human health(3). For this reason, it is currently used in various applications such as in the disinfection of food, water and air, but also spaces and surfaces in hospitals and public places. The UV-C LEDs used for the KATARI emit light at a wave length between 275 and 280 nm, much closer to the peak maximum efficacy. This allows a greater efficacy to be achieved compared to traditional lamps, whilst requiring less power. Consulting and planning The size of the installation, and therefore the selection of the required UV-C intensity, is calculated on the basis of the size of the space and the required sanitisation times. There are no limits to the application of the KATARI, Simaco offers its own consultancy to designers who have to devise a room illumination project. Simaco has also developed a proprietary software for precisely calculating the times required for sanitisation, starting with the actual room dimensions, or for selecting the ideal lamp starting with the time required.
Who doesn’t love Parmesan cheese? You can grate it over pasta, shave it over risotto, or stab off chunks from it to enjoy with a nice Sangiovese. The Role of the Italian Government and Parmigiano-Reggiano It is the king of Italian cheeses, and its salty, slightly nutty components are so often imitated that the Italian government has stepped in to declare that anything not from the North-Central regions of Emilia-Romagna and Lombardia cannot call itself real Parmesan cheese at all. If that last fact caught you off-guard, we’ve got some more cocktail-party-impressive trivia about this unassuming wheel of yumminess you may find interesting. Are Paremesan and Parmigiano-Reggiano the same thing? First of all, it’s not properly called “Parmesan,” but “Parmigiano-Reggiano,” named after the Parma and Reggio Emilia regions of Italy in which it has been produced using roughly the same recipe for over 700 years. Yup: the Parmigiano-Reggiano you eat today is the very same cheese King Charles V and Napoleon himself ate way back when. Parmegiano-Reggiano is the good stuff; “Parmesan” is what the French dubbed it, and what got carried over into our lexicon. No, the real deal is inspected by a master grader with the Italian Consorzio Parmigiano-Reggiano at twelve months of age. This highly scientific inspection involves this guy going around to all the cheese rounds and thumping them with a hammer. That’s it. That’s the test. He listens for impurities… in cheese. And you thought there was fluff in your job? At any rate, if the cheese round (each and every one of them gets inspected, by the way) passes this test, its rind gets branded with the Consorzio’s logo, letting the buyer know the cheese they are about to take home has gotten the seal of approval from the entire nation of Italy. The Italian Region of Parma and Pig Feed Now, for some really fun trivia: the Parma region producing the cheese is the same Parma region that produces the world-famous Prosciutto di Parma ham. Only quasi-impressive knowledge at the surface, sure, but traditional farms producing Parmigiano-Reggiano kept their pigs close by their cheese bins, and would feed them the leftover whey from the vats of curd they’d make during the process. So, leftover protein from great cheese derived from grass-fed cows under scrupulous restrictions going to feed pigs under identically strict observation? No wonder that pork is so succulent. The Role of Salt Lastly – and perhaps even most surprisingly – is the fact that the only additive allowed in real Parmigiano-Reggiano is salt. That’s it. And all of the salt added is absorbed by the cheese in the first twenty (20) days of curing. There’s no crazy-sounding, hard-to-pronounce methyl-xantha-whatever; just salt. Try reading the back of that green bottle you shake over your pasta, and your tongue will get cramps. Genuine Parmigiano-Reggiano costs you a bit more than some of your other options, but since its flavor is so unique and intense, you don’t need as much of it as you would the lesser stuff. And if you add paper-thin shavings of it into a hot cream or tomato sauce, it will melt right in; the other stuff just floats. Parmigiano-Reggiano is in the pantheon of great foods that both identify a cuisine and a culture. It is never manufactured with quality as an afterthought, and each maker does its best to outdo their competition – every wedge or wheel you buy is guaranteed top quality, a representation of the facility that made it. You’re essentially buying pride… that tastes delicious.
This work depicts a legendary winning hand in the Chinese tile-based game mahjong commonly known as “Thirteen Wonders.” It is made up of the 13 least versatile and hence most discarded tiles in the game. While few players are willing to undertake the challenge of winning with this hand, Chen recognises the humour, creativity and wit of its rare combination which defies the rules, structure and logic of mahjong, and provokes an exchange of favourable odds for aesthetics. These tiles are variously named the Winds, Dragons, Warriors, and Orphans or Lone ones. Even these names liken them to artists and visionaries who defy and transgress norms, showing exceptional resolve in taking chances to achieve a more beautiful win. This winning hand is a demonstration of solidarity and the power of banding together for the better. About the Artist Kray Chen is a visual artist based in Singapore. Chen's practice explores the body politic and its lived experience, reflecting on the various intersections of culture, policy and identity. His works have been showcased in solo exhibitions in Singapore such as Hot Temple (2020), 5 Rehearsals of a Wedding (2018) and It’s a Set Situation (2016), as well as international exhibitions including the Bangkok Art Biennale (2018), Singapore Biennale (2019) and Art Encounters Biennial (2019). Chen received his MA in Fine Art in 2014 and was conferred the Young Artist Award by the National Arts Council in Singapore in 2017. Kray Chen, When the odd ones out get in (detail), 2021; image courtesy of the Artist. A rare, winning combination makes up the Singapore Art Museum’s latest hoarding commission series by artist Kray Chen. When the odd ones out get in is inspired by the legendary “Thirteen Wonders” winning hand in the Chinese tile-based game of mahjong. The artwork celebrates those who transgress norms and take chances, and even boosts the museum’s luck! Click to read Leap of Faith on our blog now.
Building Embedded Parts – OG Type OG Type Building embedded parts are used for lifting precast components, stripping, supporting, installing and so on. The standard products is galvanized. Raw material: Deformed steel bar (the raw material is with good strength and resistance to pull.) - The resistance to pull is improved and the load can be evenly applied within the concrete by producing internal thread on deformed bar and setting holes in the bottom for inserting rebar. - If the embedded portion of the plate is thinner, the load is dispersed by inserting rebar, so that the load is not too concentrated on the product。 - Based on the component weight and safety factor to choose suitable parts. - Make sure the setting depth, perpendicularity, and lifting angle of embedded parts. - Anti-corrosive treatmentis necessary for long-lived embedded parts.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar said that the education policy should be job oriented focusing skill development and emphasizing on quality. “The education policy of the country should be job oriented focusing skill development and emphasizing on quality so that after completion of required education, youths are able to get jobs,” Sarkar said while addressing the Inter-State Council meeting. He said: “Union and the states have the responsibility to provide quality, affordable and accessible education to all the children and adults in India.” “The education policies adopted so far could not provide adequate skills as well as lead to employment to the youth of the country. The result is prevalence of in large scale unemployment and poor learning outcomes in the states.” On the use of Aadhaar card as an identifier and use of the Direct Beneficiary Transfer (DBT) for providing subsidies, benefits and public services to the people, Sarkar, a Communist leader, said that Tripura government supports enabling direct payments to the people, but it (Aadhaar) should not be made mandatory to receive benefits and alternative forms of establishing identity also should be equaliy be honored. On the Punchhi Commission recommendations on center-state relations, the Tripura Chief Minister said that the central government should abandon its pursuit of acquiring states’ powers on any pretext. “To improve internal security situations and to tackle emerging technology and cyber based threats, the central government should provide more funds to the states for modernization of police and its infrastructure in real terms,” said Sarkar, who also holds the home portfolio. Demanding to compensate states’ losses for delinking schemes and revenue shortfall caused due to the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission, Tripura Chief Minister emphatically urged the center to distribute share of taxes between the central government and states at least in the ratio of 50:50. Note: News shared for public awareness with reference from the information provided at online news portals.
The technology industry has changed a lot over the past 10 years with the move from on-prem systems to the cloud. With that came new types of challenges from a privacy and security perspective. Controlling access to data was no longer just about putting up a firewall, but you needed to know who and what was accessing the data at all times for audit purposes. Authorization models had to adapt and become flexible to support more fine-grained access. With new challenges comes new opportunities. There's been a growth in startups focused on developing solutions that help companies address privacy and security challenges. Privacy is shifting left and becoming an engineering effort. Additionally, there's an increased interest in venture funding available to companies attacking these privacy and security challenges. Rak Garg, Principal at Bain Capital Ventures, joins the show to discuss his prior work as a product manager working on Atlassian's data security and governance products. He also shares his thoughts on trends he's seeing in the industry as an investor interested in the data privacy and security space. The conversation delves into the unique role of privacy engineers compared to security engineers, emphasizing collaboration between privacy and security teams. Pramod shares insights into how privacy functions intersect with security, governance, and data platforms. In this episode, Roshmik Saha, Co-founder (Engineering) at Skyflow, discusses the critical importance of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) data isolation. The principle is straightforward—separate sensitive and non-sensitive data for effective data governance and privacy. Ram Muthukrishnan, a product manager at Skyflow, joins the show again to share insights into DX's definition, the key elements of a great DX, and notable companies excelling in this domain.
Wildfire Awareness Month addresses ‘new normal’ for Colorado Over the past two years, several megafires have burned into the memory of Colorado residents. In October 2020, the Cameron Peak Fire and the East Troublesome Fire conflagrated to become the respectively the largest and 2nd largest fires in the state’s history. In 2021, the Black Mountain Fire scorched Grand County outside of Kremmling. Then last December, Boulder’s Marshall Fire destroyed nearly 1,000 homes, becoming the most destructive fire in Colorado to date. Colorado is experiencing a new “normal” for wildfires, driven by extreme weather and drought. With ongoing warming temperatures continuing to elevate wildfire risk for many Coloradans, state and federal agencies that manage wildfires and forests are urging residents to join efforts to reduce that risk. May is Wildfire Awareness Month, an annual observance to encourage residents to better prepare their homes and communities for wildfires. With more than half of all Coloradans living in the wildland-urban interface and susceptible to wildfire, it’s important for people to take action to reduce the risk fire poses and create more fire-adapted communities. The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control anticipates above-average temperatures and below-average precipitation from now into June. This will cause the emergence of above-average, significant fire potential over the eastern portions of Colorado this spring. Continuation of the warm and dry conditions is expected to result in drought intensification and earlier than average spring snowpack runoff, leading to above normal large fire potential expanding across southern Colorado in May and throughout most of Colorado by June. “Wildfire ‘season’ is a thing of the past — it is a year-round battle. Colorado’s core fire season is now an average of 78 days longer than it was in the ’70s,” said Division of Fire Prevention and Control Director Mike Morgan. “We are calling on those that live, work and play in Colorado to help reduce the impact of wildfires by being vigilant, respecting fire restrictions when they are in place, and doing your part to protect your property from wildfire.” During Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 7, many communities across Colorado will take steps to reduce their risk of fire. Colorado is home to 186 official Firewise USA sites — places where neighbors are working together to reduce their risk to wildfires. Grand County, with support from the Grand County Wildfire Council, has 10 Firewise sites. These sites are: Pole Creek Meadows, Winter Park Highlands, The Valley at Winter Park, Homestead Hills, Ten Mile Creek, Shadow Mountain Estates, Shadow Mountain Ranch POA, The Fairways at Pole Creek, The Reserve at Elkhorn, and Gorewood. Whether they live in a Firewise USA site or not, homeowners living in the wildland-urban interface can do much to protect their property from wildfire. The Colorado State Forest Service recommends the following wildfire preparation activities: - Rake and remove pine needles and dry leaves 5 feet from the home, as well as under decks, porches, sheds and play structures - Remove leaves and needles from roofs and gutters - Sweep porches and decks clear of any burnable plant material - Move firewood piles at least 30 feet from the house, preferably uphill - Transfer items under decks or porches to a storage area - Cover any exposed eave or attic vents with 1/8-inch metal mesh screening - Ensure home address signs are clearly visible from the street - Contact your local Office of Emergency Management to register for emergency notifications and encourage your friends, family and neighbors to do the same - Confirm at least one alternate path out of your neighborhood other than the one most commonly used and be prepared for potential evacuation requiring the alternative route “Taking care of these simple, but critically important, tasks will better prepare you and your family for a wildfire,” said Matt McCombs, State Forester and Director of the state forest service. “Last December’s Marshall Fire was a tragic, eye-opening reminder…Homeowners have a responsibility to themselves and their families, as well as their community, to prepare their home and property for wildfire, and these activities are the perfect place to start.” Simple measures can reduce the fire risk and provide for a much safer environment when visiting public lands. “Know before you go” by checking for closures or restrictions during periods of high fire danger. When traveling throughout public lands, ensure that the chains to your trailer are not dragging since these can spark wildfires. Your vehicle should also be equipped with a spark arrester. Do not park in tall, dry grass because the heat from your car can start a wildfire. If you smoke, smoke in your vehicle and dispose of your cigarette properly. If campfires or grills are allowed, clear vegetation away from the area and use a preexisting campfire ring when possible. Have the proper tools to extinguish the campfire nearby before you light it, including a bucket, water, and shovel. Keep your fire small and never leave it unattended. Flood your fire with plenty of water and be certain that the ashes are cold to the touch before leaving the area. Learn more tips for preventing wildfire risk while recreating outdoors by visiting RecreateResponsibly.org. “Our need to respond to wildfires continues to increase as the intensity and duration of fire activity escalates across the state. Now, more than ever, we are pleased to stand together with our interagency partners as we approach Wildfire Awareness Month and the new fire year. Collectively, we will focus on fire prevention,” said Frank Beum, Regional Forester of the U.S. Forest Service’s Rocky Mountain Region. “When there is fire activity, our goal will be rapid initial attack and fast containment to minimize the number of large fires. We will respond to every wildfire with public and firefighter safety as our highest priority.” Wildland fire management in Colorado is an interagency partnership among local, state, and federal agencies. The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control and the Forest Service’s Rocky Mountain Region work with other agencies to coordinate wildland fire management on a statewide basis. The state forest service works with the National Fire Protection Association to implement Colorado’s Firewise USA programs. They also provide technical assistance to homeowners and communities to help them prepare their homes against the threat of wildfire. “Forest health, wildfire, water and recreation resource management challenges and issues directly affect every citizen in our state. Joint planning to focus on the highest and most critical landscapes is essential,” said Scott Woods, partnership coordinator for the state forest service. Woods highlighted how Colorado’s Shared Stewardship agreement helps to mitigate wildfire danger. The Shared Stewardship agreement was created in 2019 between the state of Colorado and the U.S. Forest Service. “It integrated federal, state and local approaches to leverage people and organizations to get forest treatments to scale,” Woods said. These treatments include forest restoration in the Rocky Mountain west, protecting water resources and more. By working together in these efforts, the ultimate goals of these agencies are resilient, fire-adapted landscapes and communities. This is the best way provide for firefighter and public safety, as well as the protection of natural resources. “The opportunities to increase the pace and scale of treatments and practices to protect communities …must be taken seriously to maintain the natural, social and economic values that are of such significant importance to our state,” said Woods. For more information about reducing wildfire risk, search for the hashtag #COWildfireAware during May on Twitter and Facebook, or visit CSFS.colostate.edu/wildfire-mitigation. Fire Adapted Colorado: FireAdaptedCO.org. Grand County Wildfire Council: BeWildfireReady.org Grand Fire Protection District: GrandFire.org Grand County Evacuation Map: CO.Grand.co.us/EvacMap FireWise USA: NFPA.org/public-education/fire-causes-and-risks/wildfire/firewise-usa Shared Stewardship: DNR.Colorado.gov/shared-stewardship-in-colorado Colorado State Forest Service: CSFS.colostate.edu US Forest Service: FS.usda.gov Support Local Journalism Support Local Journalism The Sky-Hi News strives to deliver powerful stories that spark emotion and focus on the place we live. Over the past year, contributions from readers like you helped to fund some of our most important reporting, including coverage of the East Troublesome Fire. If you value local journalism, consider making a contribution to our newsroom in support of the work we do.
Psychological concerns among school kids are on the rise, especially behavioural issues and suicides fuelled by unrealistic expectations set by parents and society. Pressure from parents to perform well in exams and go on to pick a career not of their own choice can have a devastating impact on kids. Yet there are many who still go down this destructive path. In a bid to stop this vicious circle, a Kerala top cop has come forward to share the story of his son to sensitise parents. In a video clip that has gone viral on social media, current Kerala Excise Commissioner Rishiraj Singh talks at length about how he never imposed restrictions when it came to career and education on his son. Singh stressed on the fact that unnecessary pressure on kids is the root cause for all the suicides and mental health crisis among them. He says that kids have a way to understand things and it’s only by allowing them to follow their passion, they can excel in life. A New Indian Express quoted him as saying, ‘”My son had little interest in studies. His marks were always around 58 or 60%. He never scored more than that. One day I confronted him and asked him for an explanation. He told me he can do this much only. I never bothered him again,” Rishiraj said. “He got only 62% marks in Class XII. I asked him what’s next. He told me that he wishes to do a Diploma in animation. I let him do what he wanted to and applied for an education loan,” he said. After schooling his son decided to join film studio in Mumbai, his passion led him to apply for Steven Spielberg’s studio in Bengaluru. Singh says that he cracked the entrance with ease, with onto study in London and has now made a life of his own. Singh is thankful for the allowing his son for doing exactly what he happened, forcing him to join the police force like him would have definitely had devastating consequences he adds. Source: India Times
Are you looking to diversify your investment portfolio and potentially earn higher returns? One option to consider is investing in an index fund. But what is an index fund and how does it differ from other types of mutual funds? In this blog post, we will explore the definition of index funds and how they differ from traditional mutual funds. We will also discuss the advantages of investing in index funds and provide tips on how to get started. By the end of this post, you will have a better understanding of whether index funds are a good fit for your investment goals. Advantages of investing in Index Funds One of the main advantages of investing in index funds is diversification. An index fund is a type of mutual fund that tracks a specific market index, such as the S&P 500. This means that the fund holds a diverse portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securities that represents the index. By investing in an index fund, you can gain exposure to a broad range of assets, which can help to reduce the overall risk in your portfolio. Another advantage of index funds is low fees. Because index funds are passively managed, they generally have lower expense ratios compared to actively managed mutual funds. This means that you can keep more of your investment returns, rather than paying high fees to a fund manager. In addition to diversification and low fees, index funds also have the potential for higher returns. Studies have shown that over the long term, index funds have outperformed actively managed mutual funds. This is due in part to the fact that actively managed funds often have higher fees, which can eat into returns. By investing in an index fund, you may be able to achieve higher returns on your investment over time. Steps for investing in an Index Fund If you’re interested in investing in an index fund, the first step is to do your research and compare different options. There are many different index funds to choose from, each tracking a different market index and offering a unique investment strategy. Some examples include S&P 500 index funds, international index funds, and bond index funds. Consider factors such as the performance of the underlying index, the expense ratio, and the investment minimum when comparing index funds. Once you have narrowed down your options, the next step is to choose an index fund that aligns with your investment goals. This may include factors such as your risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial objectives. For example, if you are risk-averse and have a long-term investment horizon, you may want to consider a bond index fund. On the other hand, if you are willing to take on more risk and have a shorter time horizon, a stock index fund may be a better fit. After selecting an index fund, you will need to determine how much you want to invest. This will depend on your financial situation and investment goals. It’s generally a good idea to start with a smaller amount and gradually increase your investment over time. This is known as dollar-cost averaging, and it can help to reduce the impact of market fluctuations on your investment. Once you have decided on an index fund and the amount you want to invest, the next step is to open an account with a brokerage firm or mutual fund company. You can do this online or in person, and you will typically need to provide some personal and financial information. Some brokerage firms may require a minimum deposit to open an account, so be sure to check the requirements before signing up. Finally, you can place an order to buy shares in the index fund. This can usually be done online through your brokerage account or by contacting the mutual fund company directly. Once your order is processed, you will become a shareholder in the index fund and can begin earning potential returns on your investment. Tips for investing in Index Funds As you consider investing in index funds, there are a few tips to keep in mind that can help you make the most of your investment. First, pay attention to the expense ratio of the index fund. The expense ratio is the annual fee that the fund charges to cover its operating expenses, such as management and administrative fees. While index funds generally have lower expense ratios than actively managed mutual funds, it’s still important to compare the fees of different index funds to ensure you’re getting the best value for your money. Another tip is to diversify your portfolio by investing in multiple index funds. This can help to reduce risk and potentially increase your returns. For example, you could invest in an S&P 500 index fund for exposure to large-cap stocks, and a bond index fund for exposure to fixed income securities. By investing in a variety of index funds, you can create a well-rounded portfolio that aligns with your investment goals. When it comes to selling index fund shares, it’s important to consider the tax implications. If you sell your shares for a profit, you may be subject to capital gains taxes. On the other hand, if you sell your shares at a loss, you may be able to use the loss to offset capital gains in other investments or to reduce your taxable income. Keep this in mind as you manage your index fund investments. Finally, it’s a good idea to periodically rebalance your portfolio to ensure it remains aligned with your investment goals. This may involve selling some of your index fund shares and using the proceeds to buy shares in other index funds or investments. By rebalancing your portfolio, you can help to maintain a diversified portfolio and potentially increase your returns over the long term. In conclusion, investing in index funds can be a great way to diversify your portfolio and potentially earn higher returns. Some of the benefits of index funds include diversification, low fees, and the potential for higher returns. To get started with index fund investing, it’s important to do your research and compare different options, choose an index fund that aligns with your investment goals, determine the amount you want to invest, open an account with a brokerage firm or mutual fund company, and place your order to buy shares. By following these steps and considering factors such as the expense ratio, tax implications, and portfolio rebalancing, you can effectively manage your index fund investments and pursue your financial goals. However, it’s important to remember that investing in index funds carries some level of risk, and it’s essential to do your own research and due diligence before making any investment decisions.
Guide to Civil War Resources at the Missouri State Archives Office of the State Treasurer The state treasurer is the chief financial officer for Missouri state government. As defined by the Missouri Constitution and state statutes, the duties of the state treasurer are 1) to be the custodian of all state funds, and 2) to invest those funds not needed for daily state operations. The operation of the office is essentially a banking operation, including the dispersal of state funds after presentation of warrants. Record Group 007: Office of the State Treasurer, 1844-1875; arranged topically by subject. This small collection contains various documents relating to the Civil War in Missouri, including printed Civil War circulars and miscellaneous correspondence. The circulars contain instructions and regulations relating to preparing claims for soldiers' pay, rules for rendering accounts to the Quartermaster Department, and include such topics as the use of cash in the commissary, modification of soldiers' food rations, ordnance stores, court martial proceedings, officer retirement, and adoption of uniforms for various corps (Invalid Corps). The correspondence is comprised of handwritten letters on various topics including a list of sick and wounded transferred to a St. Louis hospital by steamer, a letter regarding Bill Jackson (“son of late C. F. Jackson”) and his gang of rebels/thieves, as well as letters from the Alton Military Prison and the Kansas Brigade.
Missing Teeth, Gum Recession And Bone Reduction Missing teeth can be problematic, not just because they affect the look of your smile, but also because they cause problems for the remaining teeth and increase the risk of oral health diseases. Gaps in the smile are not aesthetically pleasing and if you are not happy with the look of your smile, this can affect your confidence and self-esteem. Missing teeth can also cause the remaining teeth to start to move out of position and you may find it difficult to speak clearly and chew your food properly; the teeth also help to support the cheeks and if you have a lot of missing teeth, the cheeks may start sag. The same is true if your teeth arenâ€™t aligned correctly, your face can lose structure so it is always good to look for an orthodontist or an invisible braces orthodontist. These can normally be done very swiftly, sometimes even in six months, especially with a treatment like CFast. Treatments for missing teeth include dental implants, dentures and dental bridges; it is always beneficial to replace missing teeth and your dentist can discuss the different options with you. For more information on how dental implants can help, visit this website. Gum recession, also known as receding gums, usually occurs as a result of gum disease (also known as periodontist or periodontal disease). Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue pulls back from the tooth, causing the tooth root to become exposed and a pocket to form between the tooth and the gum. If gum disease is left untreated, it can be very serious and the tooth will eventually come loose and fall out. Gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss, but it can be prevented very easily by sticking to a good daily oral hygiene regime, keeping an eye on your diet and visiting your dentist on a regular basis. See more information. The most common early warning sign of gum recession is tooth sensitivity; it is a good idea to see your dentist if you experience sensitivity. Treatment for gum disease includes intensive oral hygiene and cleaning treatments, scale and polish and root planning; in severe cases, it can take several months to treat gum disease and there may be permanent damage to the gums and the surrounding bone structure. Bone reduction, also known as bone loss, is usually caused by gum disease. Bone loss can cause the teeth to come loose and fall out, as bone tissue is lost from the jaw, which supports the teeth. Once bone has been lost from the jaw, it will not be replaced but it is possible to graft bone tissue from other parts of the body or use artificial bone materials. The most effective ways to prevent bone loss are to practice good oral hygiene, to see your dentist for regular check-ups and to ensure that you take in plenty of calcium and vitamin D. Calcium is important for strong teeth and bones and good sources include milk, yoghurt and cheese.
Enduring Power Of Attorney vs. A Power Of Attorney A power of attorney (or POA) is a person that is appointed by you to help take care of your finances in case you are incapacitated. A power of attorney can be appointed by you to manage your investments, your personal finances, or both. This is a great first step in estate and financial planning, but it is not enough. A power of attorney can only accept legal and financial commands from you. If you become incapacitated and someone needs to pass on your financial assets to your children, a power of attorney is not able to achieve this, if you have not appointed someone else to make these decisions for you. This is why an enduring power of attorney is so essential. An enduring POA is a person you have appointed to make decisions for you in case you become fully incapacitated. It is a legal document that will go into effect immediately. However, if you have not appointed a beneficiary, the enduring POA may not be able to make all of the decisions necessary to protect your children’s inheritances. Who Should You Designate As Your Attorney? Ideally, you should select a person who has been close to you since you began to accumulate assets. This person should be close enough to you that you feel comfortable letting him/her handle your affairs when you are unable to do so. This person should also be someone who has a long-term financial outlook. The person you have selected should also have the ability to take on the responsibility of the position. In the event that your attorney passes away before you, you will want to make sure that there is another person who is dedicated to carrying out your wishes. What Authority Can You Give An Attorney? The most important aspect of an enduring POA is that it gives you the ability to appoint a person to make decisions for you, even when you are incapacitated. Some of the things that your power of attorney can do for you include: - Signing legal documents - Buying or selling property - Making financial decisions - Arranging care for you - Making decisions about your medical treatment An enduring power of attorney needs to be someone you whole heartily trust, they make decisions that will impact your finances and care and treatment, in the advent you become incapable of completing these tasks of your own volition. To learn more about other steps you could take to protect your assets, schedule a consultation with a specialist. If you are looking for family lawyers you can trust, come to Springfield Legals. We are a law firm specialising in family law, property and business conveyancing and income protection and succession planning. Interested parties may call (07) 3288 3511 today!
Hypertension: Irbesartan is used alone or in combination with other classes of antihypertensive agents in the management of hypertension. Diabetic nephropathy: Irbesartan is used in the management of diabetic nephropathy manifested by elevated serum creatinine and proteinuria (urinary protein excretion exceeding 300 mg daily) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. - Adult: The initial dosage is 300 mg once daily in patients without depletion of intravascular volume. If blood pressure response is inadequate with the initial dosage, dosage may be increased as tolerated to 300 mg once daily or a diuretic may be added. A dose of 75 mg once daily may be considered in elderly patients over 75 years, for patients with intravascular volume depletion, and for those receiving haemodialysis. - Children 6 – 12 years of age or adolescents 13 – 16 years of age: An initial dosage is 75 or 300 mg once daily, respectively. If blood pressure response is inadequate, dosage may be increased to 150 or 300 mg once daily, respectively; higher dosages are not recommended. Renal and hepatic impairment: The dosage adjustment is not necessary. An initial dose of 75 mg once daily, increased to 300 mg once daily for maintenance. Irbesartan STELLA 300 mg is administered orally and without regard to meals.
Why Does the Buddha Insist on the Importance of "the Spiritual Friend?" The Buddha's best friend was a monk named Ananda. Ananda once asked his teacher, "Is friendship a part of the spiritual life?" The Buddha replied, "No, Ananda, not 'a part.' Spiritual friendship is the whole of the spiritual life." In this talk, well-known author, Stephen Cope, will delve more deeply into The Buddha's statement. Why is friendship so important? What role does it play? What are the four types of friends of which The Buddha speaks? How can we develop these in our own lives? Come enjoy the talk and stay for a reception afterwards. Bring a friend!!! Books will be available for purchase after the talk. There will be sitting from 11:00-11:45 before the talk. Stephen has graciously offered this event as a fundraiser for the Center. All money raised through registrations or for copies of books will benefit our Center. But all are welcome regardless of ability to donate. Your presence will be enough. If you cannot make it in person when registering please respond if you will attend on-line. A zoom link will be provided if you would like to hear the dharma talk remotely.
The 17-member Rhode Island Board of Training was created by the Rhode Island Common Meeting in 2014 and changed the Board of Regents for Elementary and Secondary Education and the Board of Governors for Increased Training. Read for your self the article that caught my attention after which the comments by board member, Charles Sellers. Guardian engagement, encouraged by these same methods, ensures mother and father play an energetic and supportive position in their youngsters’s path through the educational system. What you need is to like our fb and google plus fan page first then remark your roll and board. Individuals could handle the board throughout the Community Voice” section of the meeting. In my seven years, the CBE complied with all necessities of the Minister of Education and the Faculty Act, together with all budgetary limits and envelopes. Then in 2000, Andy Patapow was elected and Ms. Vanderveen re-elected to the varsity board. He has received over 30 million dollars in grants from the Nationwide Science Foundation, the Department of Training and the McDonnel Basis for Cognitive Research. Committee on Instruction – has major duty for points dealing with curriculum and instruction, student testing, special education schemes, and options to social promotion. Its 12 members embrace 9 residents appointed by the governor and three non-voting ex-officio members — the state superintendent of schools, the chancellor of the West Virginia Increased Schooling Policy Commission, and the chancellor of Neighborhood and Technical Faculty Schooling. Nor might you transmit it or store it in another web site or other form of electronic retrieval system. Every learner completes his or her public education with the information and abilities essential for fulfillment in college, continuing training, careers, and citizenship. The State Superintendent additionally serves as the Govt Officer, Secretary and Treasurer of the State Board.
Before we explore this we need to cover some important background. First of all the nation of Egypt was founded by Ham's grandson so they knew God. Secondly we have to remember that not that long before this "tug of war" or "battle of the wills" happened Egypt had been run by Joseph who while 2nd in command was in every practical way in charge of the nation. This was a difficult fact to forget because the descendents of Jacob w...ouldn't even be living in the land if not for the historical events involving Joseph. On top of these two facts, a pharaoh was responsible for knowing the history of the nation which means that the Pharaoh who butted heads with Moses knew all about Joseph, the history of his relatives and how they came to be living in Egypt and about the God they served. The new pharaoh that came along after Joseph died used fear and manipulation to convince the nation that these foreigners among them were a threat to national security and made them slaves. Then he went a step further and started having their male babies killed to prevent the rapid growth of their numbers again using fear based manipulation. Now we come to the famous story of Moses and Pharaoh. The Bible says that Pharaoh said when faced with Moses' request to allow his people (Israel) to leave: Exodus 5:2 "And Pharaoh said, “Who is the Lord, that I should obey His voice to let Israel go? I do not know the Lord, nor will I let Israel go.” This is a complete lie. He knows exactly who the Lord is. The reason he won't let them leave is purely economical. They are the workforce of the nation. Free labour that can't be replaced. Were they a threat to national security he should have been happy to be rid of them. However he was only concerned with money and power. Now Romans 9 seems to imply that God created Pharaoh to be against Him and Israel and that essentially Pharaoh was a puppet devoid of free choice. This is impossible. There are many examples in the Bible of people who didn't do what God wanted them to do. Over and over in the Bible people are called to make choices. So what did happen with Pharaoh? Did he have choice? Was he a puppet. Did God manipulate him? And more importantly for our study why did Paul mention him in Romans 9? What does pharaoh have to do with the nation of Israel rejecting Jesus as their Messiah? See you tomorrow...
Pepper thrives at day/night temperatures of around 21/18°C (81/64°F). The best way to trim your heating costs is to use a transparent energy screen. In colder areas, where winter temperatures tend to drop below 4 ⁰C (39°F), you might consider a double energy screen for even greater savings. High light levels go hand in hand with high production levels. But don’t overdo it: radiation greater than 600 W/m2 could result in quality problems for your crop. In countries with moderate summers, you might want to use the available energy screen for shading. In warmer climates, we’d recommend screens with 40% to 50% shading and an open structure for ventilation. Please contact your local Svensson representative for specific screen advice based on your conditions.
Information for schools Mackay Regional Council has a waste education program that offers schools and community groups the opportunity to learn about waste minimisation and recycling. This is a free service aimed at raising awareness of waste management in the Mackay region. Schools can organise a tour of the Materials Recovery Facility or alternatively education sessions can be delivered at schools. For more information, click on Waste Services under Education Tours. Recycling Education Centre The Recycling Education Centre provides fun, informative and first-hand recycling education for school and community groups and is a free service provided by Mackay Regional Council. Visits to the centre are an interesting and interactive learning experience for both school and community groups. The recycling education centre is located at the Materials Recovery Facility, 42 Crichtons Road, Paget. This is where the recyclables are processed once collected through Mackay's recycling kerbside collection service (the yellow lidded bins). Please provide a minimum of two weeks' notice to book and secure a tour of the Materials Recovery Facility. To maximise the students experience it is suggested to schedule morning visits from 9am. To organise a visit, contact council's Waste Environmental Education Officer on 4961 9051. Visits to schools If classes are unable to participate in on-site tours of the Material Recovery Facility, waste educations sessions can be delivered in the classroom or the new waste education trailer can be booked for a visit to the school. Waste education trailer Mackay Regional Council's Waste Education Trailer is available to come to your school or community group. It contains bright colourful messages on recycling including worm farming and composting initiatives to help reduce our waste. Bookings are essential. For further information please phone the Waste Environmental Education Officer on 4961 9051. Community group visits Community groups are also encouraged to tour the materials Recovery Facility. Special arrangements can be made to accommodate community groups out of normal working hours. To organise a visit, contact council's Waste Environmental Education Officer on 4961 9051.
Kukasing community welcomes you into the traditional world of Roi-Et, North-eastern Thailand to experience rice-farming, folk-life, ancient monuments and traditional arts. What to experience ? Kukasing village is 17 km’s from Kaset Wisai district, Roi Et province, in north-eastern Thailand. Guests stay with a local family, enjoy local food and join the fun of local craft, music and dance. Local guides will lead you to explore “Tung Kula Rong Hai,” Isaan’s largest plateau, where you can learn how the community cultivates Thailand’s famous, fragrant Jasmine rice. At the community museum, you can learn about new theories and practices of sustainable agriculture. Roi-Et is famous for high quality Mud Mee silk weaving. Isaan’s signature silk design is a symphony of movement and colour, perfected over generations. Silks are traditionally presented as gifts to family members on wedding days. You can learn how local people craft these unique treasures. In the past, the area was a center of Khmer civilization and culture. History buffs will appreciate local archaeological sites, dating back 2000-3000 years, which offer a glimpse into ancient times. You can also try your hand at silk wrapping and Thai origami, and meet local literary scholars. Guests are welcome to join in traditional festivals occurring during the year. These include the Song Kuu festival in April, the Bun Bang Fai rocket festival (end of April / May) and sports competitions. There is also plenty of time just to chat with local community members. How does it help ? To develop Kukasing’s cultural heritage program, the whole village cooperated to revive aspects of traditional culture, including the “Song Ku” Festival, which helps to preserve historic sites by encouraging community members to respect and to value their connections with the past. The community established regulations for guests and a carrying capacity to limit the impacts of tourism on agriculture, cultural and artistic life. This flexible model allows more visitors during special celebrations, when north-eastern people traditionally invite guests from across the region. A great achievement is the establishment of the Community knowledge center. Villagers can study their natural and cultural resources and children learn about the history of the local area and archaeological sites. When tourists arrive in the community, youth guides explain the rules for visiting the historic sites and interpret local folk traditions, such as silk wrapping and Thai origami. The CBT group manages a community fund from contributions from meals, activities and souvenirs. The fund has been used to buy equipment for the homestay families (apr. $500USD), run training for youth tour guides (apr. $250 USD) and invest in developing new souvenirs. The CBT group have also seed-funded a development fund for women’s groups, and made donations to Kukasing Sub-District Tourism Development, school activities about Khmer history, a youth global warming parade, a Miss Trash competition, tree planting and Buddhist merit. Local wisdom plays an important role in natural resource management in Kukasing. The villagers believe that the community public pond belongs to all living things. Before women weavers cut or trim a tree for natural dyes, they ask permission and pay respect to the spirit of nature. After trimming the tree, the weavers will wrap soil around the base to protect the shell membranes. To organize your stay there you need to contact the CBT Network coordination center in Chiang Mai which help communities to communicate in English, at least 10 days prior to arrival. CBT-Network Coordination Center (English Language) Thiratee Chaijaree, CBT-N Coordinator 3rd Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiangmai University, Muang, Chiangmai 50100. Thailand Tel.+66-53 948286-7 \| Fax : +66 5380 7001 Mobile : +668 1111 4871 E-mail : firstname.lastname@example.org Skype : thiratee
The natural food colors market is segmented in terms of applications and types. The major applications of natural food colors include beverage products, bakery, confectionery, dairy products, frozen foods, meat & meat products, and frozen food & beverage additives, among others. The main types of natural food colors include caramel, carotenoids, and anthocyanins, among others. Along with the market data, customize the MMM assessment in alignment with your company’s specific needs. Customize to get a comprehensive summary of the industry standards and deep dive analysis of the following parameters: - A detailed analysis of the key players, such as Chr. Hansen, Dohler Group, and FMC Corporation, among others, operating in the natural food colors segment, specific to the countries of North America, Asia-Pacific, and Europe - A detailed future scenario of the natural color technologies that can drive the market in the future Actionable Trading ideas - Insights and analysis of the issues such as transparency requirement, especially labeling, and trading certificates, which affect the natural color production and trade - Trade analysis, which will help the key players to identify opportunities in particular countries within the North American, European, and Asia-Pacific regions - A detailed information regarding laws & regulations specific to the natural food colors in the countries of the North American, European, and Asia-Pacific regions - Country-wise list of certifications that prove the naturality of food colors - A country-wise breakup of natural food colors used for each application (beverages, savory & snacks, bakery & confectionery, and dairy & frozen products) Please fill in the form below to receive a free copy of the Summary of this Report Please visit http://www.micromarketmonitor.com/custom-research-services.html to specify your custom Research Requirement Carotenoids are the organic pigments found in plants. North America and Europe hold major shares in the carotenoids market. The antioxidant properties and easy availability of carotenoids along with its health benefits drives the demand for these ingredients globally.
Absorption Imaging from the UV to SWIR Standard microscopes are used for increasing the capabilities of the human eye (i.e. magnifying samples for observation), and so they are designed with the visible spectrum in mind, using glass optics and substrates as well as light sources limited to visible wavelengths (~400-700 nm). However, samples are not limited to only the visible wavelengths for absorption of light. To better analyze samples outside of the visible wavelengths, CRAIC Technologies has developed a unique microscope featuring quartz optics and broadband light sources for high resolution imaging from the deep UV (200 nm) out to the NIR and SWIR (2,500 nm). Microscopic protein crystals are just one example. They are transparent in the visible range but can be easily seen at 280 nm due to the strong absorbance of certain amino acids. Another advantage is in semiconductor metrology, where the longer wavelengths are not absorbed in the silicon substrates, but do interact with other compounds and layers. This allows for non-destructive imaging inside of bonded silicon wafer and other semiconductor devices! Another major advantage beyond the significantly larger spectral range is in terms of the increased spatial resolution possible by utilizing the shorter wavelengths. By decreasing the imaging wavelength from the visible with an average of 550 nm to the deep UV at 250 nm, the resolving power is increased by over 2X! This often allows for visualizing smaller features that are ~200 nm in diameter without the use of immersion oils. Learn more about UV-VIS-NIR-SWIR microscopes:
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