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One of the most memorable and talked-about moments on HBO's Girls, ever — and that's saying a lot — involved one Matthew Rhys and one prosthetic penis. And while there have been many discussions on that specific prop from Dunham, Rhys himself, and the behind-the-scenes crew, one person has remained quiet on the entire thing: Rhys' longtime partner, Keri Russell. That changed last night when The Americans star paid a visit to Late Night With Seth Myers, where she finally spilled on that now-infamous nude scene.
"He said he was gonna do that and I was like, 'Who are you sleeping with?' Like, 'Who do you have sex with on the show?' And he was like, 'Well it's not quite like that,'" Russell explained to Meyers after he asked her about the scene in question.
In the episode, Rhys plays a very famous and acclaimed author who unceremoniously exposes himself to Dunham's character, Hannah Horvath. But the thing is, it isn't his actual penis, it's a prosthetic — and Russell added that though she had no input on the situation, she understood Rhys' phallic conundrum.
"And then there was the whole thing where he got to choose his own [prosthetic penis]," Russell added. "But he's in such an awkward position, like, 'If I choose a giant one, people are gonna be, like, 'What a dick.' So he's like, 'I just, like, let someone else do it.'"
Russell was a great sport about it, laughing throughout her interview with Myers and navigating what could have been an awkward conversation like a champ. There were no hard feelings or embarrassment on her part.
Rhys has gone on the record explaining that he had the option of choosing a fake penis on his own. Ultimately, he decided to let the Dunham, showrunner Jerri Konner, and director Richard Shepard handle it. After all, he didn't want to fall victim to the predicament Russell mentioned, size-wise.
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I had a huge collection of music files in my iPod. Recently, I connected my iPod to windows machine. After synchronizing, my iPod was showing no music files in it. I did not get why it happened. Anyhow, I have lost my favorite collection of music files. Please suggest any solution to retrieve them back.
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We are a MERN stack development company in India. We have all the expertise required for MERN development and assure you high quality delivery. We will love to help you. We have been into web development since 1999.
What is MERN Stack
MERN Stack advantages
- The whole system, including the front-end, the back-end and the database, uses the REST API, which acts as a ‘middleware’ and is reusable for any other application: mobile software etc., very easily.
- Node.js is very fast simply because it is an asynchronous language. Its performance is impressive compared to other languages.
- The MERN stack uses the famous React.js, which is unparalleled for front end development. React.js makes things easier for single-page application (SPA). This is why Facebook, Dropbox, Airbnb, Altassian, Tesla, etc uses React.js.
- The same react technology can be used to develop native mobile apps. Both Android and iOS native apps can be built with the same codebase using React Native library. You do need a separate team but the same team, even developer can do it.
Platform for MERN Stack Development
- MongoDB - for storing data
- Express - for Database coding
- ReactJS - for building web front end interfaces
- Node.js - as backend platform
- React Native (optional) - For mobile app development
Steps involved to build a large web application
If you are a layman in software development, here are the steps for you to build a large application for your company. These are best when implemented on an agile basis. It still may contain some technical jargon, we will be happy to clarify it if requested ...
- Understand the basic concept and have a high level requirement document that will describe the business objective, overall concept and capabilities. List out all the possible features under each capabilities.
- Identify the 20% main features that basically constitute 80% product values. Put them in the MVP and pick the 1st feature for development.
- Break down the feature into user stories. In the proposed software who will do what, when, where and why. You need a Product Owner (it is an agile software development term) to efficiently do above jobs .
- Plan to convert each user story into software components along with requirements and specifications associated with every future component. Components are user Interfaces and code objects, database objects etc - bricks and mortars of the software application. This job is of a System Analyst cum Designer.
- Create graphical representation of the user interface layouts and screen templates. You need a Graphics Designer who can do it efficiently.
- Convert all the functionalities, quality benchmarks, environment setup activities, miscellaneous works into doable tasks in a manner such that every one in the team (including you people) transparently see the progress, spent hours, estimates, issues etc. This is best done by putting all requirements, defects, test cases, general tasks etc on an integrated project management software. The person who manages it is called Scrum Master.
- Convert the proposed components along with requirements into actual software components. Actual codes, files and database tables that can run on a software platform to provide expected results. This is ideally done by Developer. It's often done by two developers. Front end developer ( ReactJS, React Native Developer) for creating user interfaces and PHP/Node.js API developer to fetch data from the server.
- Test (and fix) the React Native app / feature formally using a test management tool to verify and validate the functional and nonfunctional TDD points are implemented. It requires further testing whether the idea itself requires changes or not. It may also require testing against load and security. Finally testing and fixing to make sure that everything is usable by the final user. This job is of a Test Analyst, Tester and Product Owner.
- Test the feature by the product owner and operation team (customer team). Business facing testing to ensure all the business requirements meet or not. Exploratory testing to see if there are rooms for improvement. Usability testing by the actual system user and make sure they feel comfortable.
- Make the feature live as per live process checkpoint. Everyone connected to the development team gets involved in the live process.
The entire cycle is done on an agile process. That means full development is transparent to the DEV team and Operation team. Right person does his job when required. An efficient feedback loop is created. If a defect /anomaly is identified at any step, it is sent back to the previous step and gets corrected. Using this LEAN / DevOps powered Agile development process we can build a system which will provide maximum value to your users without delivering clutter.
How can we help you in building a MERN Stack application?
It may not be easy ( if not impossible) for you to hire so many experts. Just hiring a developer will not solve your problem either. We can help you …
- We have been into web development since 1999. We have a fair amount of organisational knowledge base and codebase from which you can benefit.
- We will provide you with an experienced developer cum analyst who can play the roles of a product assistant, system analyst, system designer as well as of the developer with some help from inhouse experts.
- We can provide you with a full stack developer with competence in ReactJs and React Native for building interactive web frontend with Drupal back end and native mobile apps for both android and iOS.
- A Scrum master will be assigned along with the developer to monitor the project at no extra cost or at a marginal extra cost. He will be available to you for any expert suggestion.
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- A programmer can never bring the perfection of a designer to design point. We will give you access to the designer just paying the marginal cost.
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- We can keep the documentation of the system (if you request) for you such that it never becomes an issue in maintenance in future when developer changes.
- If your proposed system is performance or security sensitive you must do formal load and security testing to avoid unpleasant surprise in future.
- We can manage your DEV and Live server at AWS too. Basic setup & day to day administration including backup.
Hiring Models available for MERN Stack Development
- Full dedicated Hiring - You can hire a developer on a dedicated basis. He will work only on your project. Additionally you can avail the shared resources (say designer) on an SOS basis.
- Part Dedicated Hiring - You can hire a dedicated developer partly. Minimum booking for a month is 60 hours. We will guarantee the availability of the same developer however will be billed on an hourly basis. Good for low involvement support projects.
- Project Based Hiring - You can hire us for your new project on project based. We will provide quotes conditionally on the basis of explored requirements.
- Virtual Dedicated Hiring - Same as dedicated but we guarantee 160 hours of work. One main developer with shared resources. Good when you have a low budget but want help from all experts when required.
Why Hire Us for MERN Stack Development?
Web Development since 1999
We are in web development since 1999. In 2004 we developed a PHP MVC framework. Worked on almost all popular web technologies. We implemented many innovative ideas to maximize the client's revenue.
Reliable - In-house with no Newbies
We have a dedicated in-house team of 30+ developers. 80% of them are 6+ years experience. 6 of them are 14+ years of experience. Only experienced developers and experts will work on your projects.
Complete Solution - Concept to Cash
We have six 15+ years of experienced experts who will help to add value at different points of the software development life cycle. Execution will be done by experienced developers and technology experts.
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You can't turn a MI phone into an iPhone, once it is built. Because adding qualities as in iPhone requires to be built-in. We have quality checks on every step of the value stream starting right from the code editor.
Expertise in Latest Technologies
We are currently focused on the latest tools, technologies, programming languages, frameworks and microservices architectures for developing web, cloud, desktop and mobile apps.
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Microspheres Market To Reach USD 10.24 Billion By 2027
The growing demand from paints & coatings, the increasing need for advanced drug delivery systems, and the rising number of implant surgeries are driving the need for the market.
Market Size – USD 5.29 Billion in 2019, Market Growth - CAGR of 9.1%, Market Trends – High demand from developing nations.
New York, May 29, 2020 - The global Microspheres market is forecast to reach USD 10.24 Billion by 2027, according to a new report by Reports and Data. It is expected that the superior structural properties of microspheres, growth & modernization, and increased demand from existing and emerging applications would boost demand for microspheres globally. The increasing need for advanced drug delivery systems and drug carriers over the forecast period is expected to be a significant factor in the growth of microspheres. Growing demand from the paints and coatings sector due to their different capabilities, including improving solid coating quality and retaining flow properties, is also one of the factors driving the market.
Microspheres are used in medical devices, which are made of glass, polymers, and ceramics as tracers and particles. They are also used in the research and production of medical devices due to their availability in a broad range of colors with controlled opacity, particle size distribution, fluorescence, electrostatic load, and specific gravity. Increasing new hospital building projects along with demand for medical equipment would drive market growth.
Rising demand in other applications such as cosmetics & personal care, oil & gas, and life sciences is expected to fuel the growth of the market during the forecast period. Enhanced care enforcement, decreased toxicity, and usability of the microspheres have resulted in increased consumer demand. They are lightweight, portable, and highly compressive and so they are used in the manufacture of elastics, plastics, steel, automobiles, beauty treatments, and personal care products. They are often used to produce low-density liquid and concrete slurry for extracting oil and gas. Besides, extensive applications are identified across the aviation, aerospace, defense, and construction sectors.
Fluctuating raw material prices and massive R&D expenditures are expected to hamper the demand growth seriously.
The COVID-19 impact:
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- Medical applications dominated the market and represented 21.5% of the total market in 2019. The rapid evolution of the drug delivery system is expected to drive the market in the medical segment over the forecast period.
- A key factor driving market growth in the booming pharmaceutical and medical industries is the development of biopharmaceuticals, microspheres are gaining popularity for bone tissue engineering and radioembolization to treat hepatic cancer.
- North America emerged as the leading market, followed by Europe. The growing healthcare sector, mainly due to the rising elderly population along with the numbers of domestic manufacturers in the region assisted by government guidelines, will drive growth in the market.
- In the Asia Pacific, the construction segment has acquired the market. With the increasing urbanization and industrialization, the region has excellent growth potential in the near future and is expected to grow from 2019 to 2027 at an estimated 9.4% CAGR.
- Key participants include AkzoNobel Expancel, Chase Corporation, Trelleborg AB, Mo SCI Corporation, Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Sigmund Linder GmbH, Potters Industries LLC, 3M Company, Luminex Corporation, and, Matsumoto Yushi-Seiyaku Co. Ltd., among others.
For the purpose of this report, Reports and Data have segmented into the global Microspheres market on the basis of material, type, application, and region:
Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2017-2027)
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Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion; 2017-2027)
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Integrated Thermal Energy Reduction, Recovery & Re-use in Autoclave based Composites Processing
The heat will be stored in a specially designed thermal store at the highest enthalpy possible to maximise opportunities for re-use. We aim to reduce initial energy use in the autoclave by at least 25% through reduction of the autoclave headspace and recover 50% of the energy wasted at the end of the autoclave processing stage for re-use in other energy intensive heating processes such as the post cure process. In addition, we aim to recover compressed air (with its intrinsic compression energy and heat from the autoclave) and heat from the air compressors that create the 7 to 10 bar pressure and integrate this with the system.
The ENRSYS consortium has developed an integrated computer controlled, energy recovery, reuse and thermal management system for use in single or multiple Autoclave processing technologies. The technology is designed to be adapted to bespoke autoclave applications as used in the aerospace and automotive sectors. By using specific measured data from a target application, the energy recovery and system payback time for the ENRSYS technology can be calculated. The ENRSYS system utilises the remaining heat energy from the end of an autoclave process cycle by passing that energy to thermal storage tanks. The control system closely monitors the temperature profiles of a given autoclave or autoclave systems and feeds the heat energy back in to the system through the use of heat-pumps. The ENRSYS technology thus gives two major benefits; firstly reduced energy costs for the end-user and secondly shorter processing times through a higher optimisation of temperature profiles. To demonstrate the potential a study has been undertaken of the autoclave processing cycles and associated energy costs of a client interested in using the ENRSYS technology. Results from the trials indicate a potential energy saving of €155,800 and energy efficiency up-to 87%, the payback time is achievable within 3 years. | <urn:uuid:1112af84-fd83-413e-bb20-ecad7d83b62d> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.rhc-platform.org/project/integrated-thermal-energy-reduction-recovery-re-use-in-autoclave-based-composites-processing/ | 2023-09-24T23:02:44Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.90627 | 411 |
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When it comes to designing electric motorcycles and scooters, most manufacturers focus on power pack capacity, swappable battery technology, or fast-charging capabilities. However, VMoto identified a void in e-mobility development—aerodynamics. After partnering with celebrated Italian design firm Pininfarina to realize such a project, the parties rolled out one of the most radical concepts to hit EICMA’s showroom floor.
Still attached to its pennant-shaped base, the sculpture only alludes to the inclusion of two wheels, with the resulting silhouette resembling a futuristic jet ski. This fluid form is what VMoto prizes, as the collaborative effort aims to achieve range-maximizing results by minimizing drag coefficients.
“The need to introduce new concepts of aerodynamics to service and support technologies already in use is an obligatory choice to achieve maximum performance,” proclaimed VMoto CMO Graziano Milone. “To succeed we needed to identify a partner of great experience and authoritative technical ability. The decision to entrust this project to Pininfarina was a natural choice.”
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VMoto set out to optimize the “stability of engine performance, exploiting the wind to control its temperature, to the benefit of battery autonomy.” While Pininfarina’s concept certainly turns heads, it’s difficult to determine if it achieves the brief. In current form, the project seems more like a design exercise than a prototype for a potential production model.
“In VMoto, we have found a partner capable of better understanding the potential of the combination of design and innovation, with particular and original attention to aerodynamic research,” noted Pininfarina SVP of Sales & Marketing Giuseppe Bonollo. “Our natural predisposition for sustainable mobility solutions has further favored the synergy between our multidisciplinary skills and VMoto's solid experience in the development of high-quality electric vehicles. We have worked together on a concept that has the ambition to innovate electric mobility on two wheels.” | <urn:uuid:6d01de70-87da-4cfd-bfe4-e1e337c60940> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.rideapart.com/news/620995/vmoto-pininfarina-aerodynamic-design-concept/ | 2023-09-25T00:13:27Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.918144 | 430 |
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Dr. James Watters is Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration and Treasurer. He oversees the activity of over 880 full-time employees and 1,500 student workers. He is responsible for administering the university’s annual $1.1 billion operating budget and $337 million capital budget; $1.6 billion endowment and working capital portfolios; and $400 million public debt portfolio. Dr. Watters is responsible for the departments within the Division of Finance and Administration.
He is vice chair of RIT’s Global Delivery Corporation which overseas RIT’s international campuses located in Zagreb and Dubrovnik, Croatia; Pristina, Kosovo; Dubai; and China. He holds the position of chairman of the RIT Croatia Board of Trustees and trustee for RIT Dubai’s Board of Trustees.
Dr. Watters serves on several non-profit and for-profit boards, including the New York Kitchen, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Broadstone Net Lease Board of Directors, and Canandaigua National Bank Board of Directors.
Dr. Watters came to RIT from the University of Pittsburgh, where he spent his academic and previous professional years and earned a BS, MS, and Ph.D.
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You’ve Won a Lead — But Can You Close?
As a SaaS owner or leader, you know that acquiring new subscribers is no easy — or inexpensive — feat. Depending on your target industry, your customer acquisition costs (CAC) could be anywhere from a few hundred dollars up to almost $1,000 on the organic side (meaning you won them through SEO and related efforts), and up to $2,000 or more when using paid efforts like search engine marketing (SEM) or paid social campaigns.
This is why SaaS lead nurturing is essential — when you’ve won a lead, part of the battle is already over. You’ve refined your marketing messaging to speak to your target audience and connect with their needs, and it worked. You now have their contact information, their interest (such as a specific solution or a solution for a certain number of users), and data on their behavior and activity (such as when and where they converted in your marketing campaigns).
But, there is more work to be done. Now the lead must be worked through your funnel — answering their questions, identifying their needs, overcoming their concerns, getting with decision-makers, and so on (if they don’t simply sign up for your solution right off the bat). If you’re not closing those leads, your CAC is going to continually increase. But with SaaS lead nurturing, you can continue to connect with these opportunities and guide them closer to making a decision.
What Goes into a SaaS Leading Nurturing?
If your prospects are just reaching out to learn more about your solution but aren’t ready to buy, it’s imperative that you continue to stay in touch with them through automated and personalized methods until they are. You’d be surprised how many organizations allow leads to cool off in their CRM, missing key opportunities to conduct targeted, segmented outreach and stay top-of-mind. That, or they stop reaching out after only a few responses.
In these situations, there are a few campaigns you can develop to gauge interest and stay in contact with prospects. Until they unsubscribe or bounce, there’s no reason to not continue reaching out. Even if a lead finally informs you that they’ve selected another solution, the opportunity to step in should that solution fail them is always there. It’s just a matter of being respectful and balancing the number of communications sent. Below are a few SaaS lead nurturing campaign types that you can use to stay in front of your prospects.
- Ideal for prospects that selected another solution instead of yours
- Messaging should inquire on how well things are going for them
- Remind them about your solution’s competitive differentiators
- Reinforce onboarding as well as ongoing support capabilities
- Messaging cadence should be infrequent, such as quarterly
- Communications should appear as personalized as possible
- Consider offering a reasonable special offer or perk
- If no one acts on the first few messages, unenroll them
- Ideal for prospects that haven’t moved between sales stages
- Should be used when prospects haven’t moved for some time
- Messaging should touch on how your solution solves problems
- Showcase features and capabilities, but deeper than an intro level
- Conversion points should be a touch-base call or meeting
- Share high-value content assets like ebooks, guides, and blogs
- Cadence should be more frequent, like weekly or bi-weekly
- Include an offer if you feel it will help move them forward
- If no one acts, begin the closed/lost campaign on them
- Ideal for candidates with proposals/quotes or are otherwise near close
- Communication should start after a few weeks of inactivity
- Communications should appear personalized, like a direct email
- Calls to action include direct responses and meeting schedulers
- Share decision-stage content like case studies and testimonials
- Carefully consider any special offers vs. what you’ve already proposed
- Communication cadence should be frequent; every 3-5 business days
- If a contact doesn’t act, sales should be notified to reach out personally
- If no response is received, run the closed/lost campaign on them
- Only for contacts that have closed and been with you for a while
- Contacts should be fully onboarded and active in your solution
- Consider an ideal timeframe before starting, such as 90 days post-close
- Communications should appear more personalized that branded/automated
- The ask is a referral; consider a meaningful offer for a closed/won referral
- The cadence for this campaign should be infrequent and occur over time
- If you wish, it can run infinitely; contacts can re-enroll upon completion
Also Consider ABM and ABX Strategies
In addition to conducting specific campaigns as part of a SaaS lead nurturing strategy, strongly consider developing an account-based marketing (ABM) program to grow your business in key target accounts. Rather than targeting a broad list of prospects, narrow in on the type of accounts that would work best for your business. Maybe they’re a specific size company, have a certain number of employees, and so on. By going this route, you can focus your efforts and use successes and more specific messaging/tools to drive sales.
In addition, also consider an account-based experience (ABX) approach. This takes ABM to the next level by focusing more on relationships vs. key accounts. To achieve success here, marketing, sales, customer success, and even other teams will need to be involved — not just in the early days of a new customer relationship but every point thereafter. The goal is to continually drive value for your customers at all times and turn them into long-term customers. Apart from your primary buyer, ABX looks to identify, market to, and sell to other decision-makers, such as your buyer’s peers and even their superiors.
Get the Capital You Need for Effective SaaS Lead Nurturing
While you likely already have a solution in place for managing automated communications with prospects and customers, consider whether you’re doing all that you really can with it. Is your account at the level needed to support your future growth? Are you ready to make the leap from a lower-cost account to a fully functional professional level that will empower you to do more and achieve more with your marketing and sales technology?
If so, it’s time to start exploring your SaaS financing options. You may already have equity investment, or you may have grown organically to this point. While you have options, none provide you with as much flexibility and acceleration as venture debt financing from River SaaS Capital.
As a non-dilutive capital solution, our financing is tailored to where you are now and what you’re looking to achieve. We provide a few different options for our SaaS financing and work closely with each company that partners with us to build a structure that works best for them. Most often, our SaaS partners utilize an extremely flexible interest-only solution. We also offer tranches — smaller portions of the total loan amount that allow you to avoid paying more interest over the life of the loan. Learn more about the different types of debt financing available at River SaaS Capital.
However, if you’re looking to put your non-dilutive capital to work, our team will be here to support you from the start. Most importantly, you’ll stay in complete control. Because we don’t take any equity through our debt financing (or even require warrants as part of the funding process), you’ll be the one calling the shots at all times. Along the way, we’ll provide insights, advice, connections, tools, and recommendations that enable you to grow even faster. And when the time comes to exit or move on to another opportunity, the results will be far more advantageous than they would with other growth funding avenues.
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Since the beginning of the 20th century the ecumenical movement has shaped several structures and organizational forms in order to enable dialogue between the Christian Churches and to strive towards visible Church unity. The article illustrates the phases of the process that led to the formation of the World Council of Churches in 1948 and, in the last section, the development of the ecumenical attitude of the Roman Catholic Church before and after the Second Vatican Council. | <urn:uuid:9bf10f04-c7ef-4ae8-bd99-ac07175a5495> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.rivisteweb.it/doi/10.1440/86760 | 2023-09-25T00:16:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.942913 | 111 |
This White Marlin is made from copper and mounted on reclaimed barn wood from an old farm northeast of Raleigh, NC. (Check out how we recovered the barn wood here!) Our white marlin was designed to take to the White Marlin Open, the worlds largest billfish tournament. We were vendors at the tournament in 2014 and 2015 and wanted to make a special piece for the occasion. The warmth and finish of the copper coupled with the rugged distressed barn wood perfectly captured the look we wanted.
Just like R Mended Metals, the White Marlin Open is family owned and operated. During the tournament, the family is there organizing, announcing, and selling t-shirts (lots of t-shirts!). Their business has thrived and, through their hard work and dedication, become the world’s largest tournament of its kind. That’s what inspired us to make this copper marlin special.
As it turns out this is a tall order the way we chose to fabricate this fish. Many of the processes that make this copper marlin different, special, and beautiful are unforgiving. Each process builds on the previous process. As a result, a failure during a process, or accidental scratch will likely not be repairable. So each copper fish we make, including this marlin, is a one shot deal. Sure feels good when we hit the bull’s eye.
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Assembly with pictures – vision is guiding assembly robotics
Robotic vision cameras and sensors enhance a robot's ability to guide a robot arm to the product and part. The cameras can be set up independently of a robot or on the robot, ensuring the robots are doing their job correctly with each item. Vision robots can even correctly identify a chip or problem with a product, ensuring no bad product goes out.
It is easy to understand why being able to “see” an item might be effective in helping to improve assembly robotics. I mean, would it be easier to assemble an item while blindfolded or while looking at it?
The same principle applies to vision assembly robots. When given a camera that allows the vision feature to be applied to the application, accuracy and precision are improved even further. By employing this feature, companies are able to compete in their industry.
Vision-based robotic assembly comes in handy in manufacturing customized products, as opposed to mass manufacturing. Products have more features, so manufacturing runs tend to be smaller. Instead of having to rebuild an entire line or reprogram all the robots for a different project, vision assembly robots can take pictures of the products they are working with and adjust accordingly to perform the application.
Vision cameras can also be set up independently of a robot, to ensure that assembly robots are doing their job on every item on the line. Assembly vision robotics have also been employed for quality control testing. Customers are expecting increasingly accurate craftsmanship on their products. Vision-equipped robots can look for chips or defects on products prior to them shipping out of the factory.
Vision robotic assembly systems will increase accuracy and speed overall, allowing products to get out to the customers faster, which, again, will make them competitive in their respective markets. This, along with the quality increase that comes with vision assembly robots, will not only keep manufacturers costs down, but will also increase their revenue.
Robots.com, a certified integrator of Fanuc, ABB, Universal Robots, Motoman, and KUKA robotics, has several vision features available for purchase. Robots.com’ highly skilled team of craftsmen will work to customize a robot with all the features you need for your vision assembly application.
For more information on vision robotic assembly, or to learn more about automation with Robots.com, contact us today online or at 877−762−6881.
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Did you know? Many companies now use the Australiasian Recycling Label (ARL) on packaging making it easier for you to recycle right!
Recycling is the process of collecting, sorting, and processing materials and re-manufacturing them into new products. Your yellow lid kerbside recycling bin is our local recycling program, provided by Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling, established to collect common household grocery packaging items such as paper and cardboard, aluminium and steel cans, plastic containers/bottles and glass bottles/jars.
Every recyclable item you recycle via your yellow lid kerbside recycling bin saves natural resources from going to waste and puts them to better use to make new products out of recycled content.
Below are some top tips on how you can 'sort it, clean it, and crush it' to recycle right in your household.
Get your recycling sort game on at home!
Set your household up with good recyclable sorting systems and habits! A handy place to set up your household sorting system is in your kitchen,using separate clearly labelled collection containers. Here's how:
Check for recycled and recyclable packaging when shopping!
Recycling right with your yellow lid bin is made even easier if you get on the front foot and choose items with packaging accepted in yellow lid bins.
- Know what is accepted in yellow lid recycling bins before you shop so you can choose recyclable items.
- Look for the recycling symbol on packaging and check the Australasian Recycling Label on items with multiple components of packaging (i.e. cardboard biscuit box with soft plastic inside) to ensure the items can be sorted into correct recycling programs.
- You can also look for packaging with recycled content and/or manufactured with post-consumer waste.
Recycling when you are out and about!
Once you have your household in good recycling habits, it is easy to keep up the good work when you are out and about.
- Use a recycling bin that is provided in a number of public places such as shopping centres, airports, parks and events.
- When travelling or on holidays, check the local Council's website as to what is accepted in yellow lid recycling bins as items can vary slightly depending on how the local Material Recovery Facility equipment operates.
- An even better option is to put together a little BYO kit including a reusable water bottle, cutlery, bag and containers and pop it in your bag, car or take it with you.
- Look into the War on Waste Toolkit for Business to help set up a lunchroom and office recycling collection system at your workplace.
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week or i don’t know how much but um and after that if you’re going to school and things like that so i did …Online Counselling Statistics …certify so about for about a month and a half i had one month and 2 weeks totally free which totaled to about 255 dollars so that consists of 6 sessions um and you are able 6 video sessions and you have the ability to text them or voicemail them whenever you want which is a substantial pro in my viewpoint due to the fact that if you’re going to like in-person therapy or similar to regular treatment i mean they’re part three zoom now you do not really have access to call them all the time and this one you can contact them every day and it may seem like a lot i guess um if you have not researched into other therapies however they’re actually truly pricey um other treatment sessions resemble a hundred dollars a session for like a single one so generally i just wished to say that i really like to better help and i think that they match you pretty well because you fill out a kind in the beginning and they even have a choice of like like your spiritual background and i put spiritual so i had the ability to get a holistic um therapist and i simply thought that was really remarkable holistic significance so for holistic um the definition is it resembles a spiritual side of treatment rather than attending to specific signs a holistic therapist will look for underlying trigger by considering their physical psychological psychological social and spiritual states of health and wellness so i had that and she was just really remarkable and i connected with her so well since i have had a therapist prior to and i went through my college um and with that and even if you don’t go through school you would need to search for a therapist that actually fits you it’s just like dating type of i indicate there will be more therapists that you. Online Counselling Statistics
than dating someone but anyways that’s like an absolutely various off tangent however you do need to connect with your therapist so when i did have my previous therapist i did not feel like we connected she was incredible therapist that does not challenge anything however i simply don’t feel like we linked she um i just couldn’t open up to her fully i simply felt like she was judging me even though she most likely wasn’t however i simply truly required to discover somebody that was truly like that i simply felt so comfortable with and open with and you have to feel comfortable with this individual um i never ever saw the bad reviews of betterhelp but possibly it was since they didn’t have a therapist.
Profits had actually reached a forecasted $60 million by 2018. In October 2018, BetterHelp gained attention from media personalities after concerns were raised about declared use of unfair prices, bad experiences with the app, paid evaluations from stars, and regards to service that apparently did not refer advertisements promoted by professional YouTubers. CEO Alon Matas released a declaration reacting to the allegations. YouTube material developers such as PewDiePie and Boogie2988 have actually spoken up on this concern. Online Counselling Statistics
Individuals can experience the precise same circumstance and have different reactions to it. That suggests …Online Counselling Statistics…if you’re just sharing the realities of a circumstance or story with your therapist, they aren’t getting the full picture. It is necessary for you to likewise share your sensations connected with the events. If you also share with them your feelings around the topic, it will help your therapist understand what you’re talking about. Did the scenario make you sad, mad, or puzzled? Your therapist has no way of understanding how you felt in a circumstance unless you tell them.
Is there a way to get therapy anonymously?
That’s normal too if you’re not sharing how you felt in a scenario since you aren’t clear on it yourself. It’s all right to share an experience with your therapist and let them know that you’re not sure how to feel about it. This opens the door for them to speak to you about it and for you to explore your feelings around it. It’s likewise alright for you to ask your therapist to prevent exploring a subject for a particular amount of time. Recovery needs to take place at a pace you are comfortable with.
Prior to entering more detail, it is essential to keep in mind that developing a trusting relationship with your therapist is important. Small talk and general conversation are an essential part of this procedure. Nevertheless, some individuals may use small talk to prevent talking about the problems that brought them to treatment. Sometimes, when somebody goes into oversharing about their life, it’s because they are preventing getting to the source of why they are seeing the therapist in the first place.
Now, it is crucial to discuss that in some cases a question that your therapist asks may get you talking about something that seems off subject however actually does connect emotionally for you. If you feel that what you’re talking about appears unassociated but was set off by the therapist, continue checking out that opportunity.
How does BetterHelp pay their counselors? Online Counselling Statistics
i love being a talks based therapist because it provides me the chance to get in touch with people who might not otherwise be able to gain access to treatment i objective to have a really safe environment with my customer for some clients that aren’t utilized to therapy it’s a nice segue you don’t have to wait an entire week to come see your therapist the goal of therapy is to assist a client work on coping abilities so that in the future they can make it by themselves
talk area is an app that permits you to do treatment …Online Counselling Statistics…like online like on with an app it enables you to do therapy with it that makes good sense it is a online service that AHS you get therapy rather than needing to go in and talk with someone face to face you can do it online with the benefit of your phone or your laptop computer however I personally utilize the app and I wished to provide you a little bit of my viewpoint about it because I hear without any customers you understand I’m not sponsored by anyone and I wish to offer you my honest opinion of it um and I believe that it’s truly excellent to have more on sponsored viewpoints or like individuals who aren’t I have no factor to inform you anything about it if it’s not real so that’s what I’m gon na be doing today and I hope you enjoy this so let’s start so I’m gon na keep holding up my phone as a prop so talk area generally is an app that you can download in the App Shop and then you need to do a membership service to it so you have to have it for a month I believe or longer than that and what it permits you to do is it enables you to speak to a therapist without needing to discover the therapist like in your area without needing to see and go what somebody face to face you can do it in your house and it enables you to text the therapist and after that you can have live sessions those live sessions include you talking essentially like you would in a normal treatment session and the
Is it better to work for Talkspace or BetterHelp?
texting is it’s just that you can text them sort of whenever you have ideas whenever you have ideas whenever you’re thinking about things you wish to you can discuss it with your therapist kind of immediately and then I believe a good part about that is if you have a thought sort of mid week or whenever you know you aren’t going to be speaking to your therapist that day or even if you are if you just wish to remember what you’re thinking you can text it to them and you can tell them what’s on your mind and I believe it can be truly handy for people with anxiety or with anxiety with journalism of thoughts it kind of offers you a fast outlet for those things and perhaps they do not develop in in your mind as much as they might if you have to wait you know a week to tell your therapist about something so I think that’s actually cool I actually like it for that I would state that’s a huge pro um I would state a con related to that very same thing is that things simply take a lot longer to discuss if you pick to text them about it so if I want to say I’m feeling in this manner you know I think it’s because of this or this they might state oh well do you consider this this this whatever however that’s gon na be a little bit longer um one thing to note is that the therapists inspect there the message place where you put the message like your their inbox I guess I do not know what they call it they inspect that two times a day or a minimum of my therapist told me that she checks hardest two times a day so because regard you’re gon na.
get about two actions a day about like undoubtedly if you’re probably having like a crisis and they have a minute they can probably assist you however it’s not like they’re just waiting around for you to message because basically they do a lot of these individuals appear to have perhaps not practices however they have an office that they work out of anyhow so um it’s not extremely rapid in that regard like talking about things it’s instantaneous that you can tell them your issues which you can get that off your chest but you might have to wait a bit longer to discuss things and if you’re discussing things in treatment it’s gon na be you’re gon na state something and then they’re gon na say oh it’s this how you resolve this they’re gon na kind of discuss it like a typical discussion but with talk area you might state this and after that it might be 5 hours later on and then they may say oh well this and then it’s type of it takes a lot longer to talk similar to if you’re making plans with your friends you understand what I suggest like you can call someone and you can say hello let’s do this isn’t this and let’s meet up here and you’re gon na be you know made with your discussion at 5 minutes whereas it may take like a half an hour to text that back and forth so that’s just something excellent to consider you understand something that did bother me a bit in the beginning yeah the one good thing to it seems to be a great bit cheaper than entering to speak with somebody it’s about $200 a month around there I might put the real rate like here someone it’s about that cost a month to have the live sessions and the texting and that consists of for that bundle it is for half an hour live sessions per month so weekly you’ll get a half an hour live session so I indicate it is less time that you’re probably talking truly because like I stated it’s just half an hour and if you go to therapy you’re most likely going there for about an hour I would say so it’s less time for talking and however you get more support I would say so that’s sort of great the app itself the interface is really easy to use I like it I do not have really any problems about it other than perhaps like you can’t see if they read it however like I think that doesn’t matter due to the fact that like they’re gon na react when they see it anyhow so I do not understand that was just something I thought of however that’s.
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not very essential but overall I do like the interface and personally my experience with my therapist has been great so far um I imply it is I would state another con in my viewpoint would be that it might be tough opening to these people even if you’re not there personally and you’re not in person quite as much as you would be with normal typical treatment so I think that it could be harder for individuals to open to their therapists if you have difficulty opening to your therapist in the first place so that’s simply something to consider I did intend to have a bit of trouble opening so it’s been something that I’ve been thinking about however I’m unsure how much that in fact is just me having an issue opening up to individuals or the actual app so I’m sorry that the lighting got strange and I actually can’t make a video without everything going wrong at once but back here so I simply wanted to provide some like last ideas I think I do not want this to be too long of a video I sort of wanted to offer a brief summary and after that like if you desire me to go more in depth about it I type of can like in an follow-up video or something like that essentially I think it’s an excellent service I believe it does what it states it’s expected to do I think it’s a bit tough if you have some concerns that are look I think it’s truly good for like stress type of stuff and I haven’t been having a lot of like that kind of thing like I have actually like been just having a great deal of like think you’re not small however like smaller things than like my basic anxiety and like what activates me and everything and like depressive ideas so um yeah I suggest I think I should’ve stated that earlier but I do have actually anxiety like generalized anxiety and then I don’t I’m not like identified or anything with depression um but I do definitely like depressive thoughts and like I really like to say that I have depression but like that and I do likewise have seasonal depression which I haven’t used that for that long so I don’t know it’s summer here so generally I think it’s really great if you you know can’t make it to appointments if you have a truly busy job or something like that I believe likewise another actually great truly excellent candidate to utilize talk area would be someone who’s taking a trip a lot so or possibly you’re taking a trip overseas or if you simply if you travel in general and you do not have like access to one therapists all the time I believe that would be a fantastic thing well I continue to use it yes I will even if I have not. Online Counselling Statistics
personally found a therapist that I like around here and I also do not like insurance coverage is truly spotty with this so it depends upon if you ‘d be guaranteed anyhow but like I need to work out some insurance things prior to I even like think about this so I mean I believe it’s a fantastic service I have seen a lot of other sponsored interviews or like I have actually seen a variety of other sponsor interviews for talk area and after that there’s another one that a youtuber I actually like I watch all of her videos and she discussed it but I do not remember what that one was called I can place it here once again and that resembles something comparable so if you want to check out that a person to compare them the reason I wound up getting talk space was because my boyfriend was kind of pressing me to do something to do treatment since he understood that I was going through a great deal of stress so so he sort of was the one who was stating hey you must really speak with someone and he understood about talk area and so that was the one that he actually recommended me to utilize that he for he’s heard a lot of like advantages about however again like it’s really like discussed a lot through sponsorships which’s pretty much the only way I’ve ever become aware of it I haven’t actually become aware of it unn sponsored and I’m probably gon na like fine on sponsored evaluations as I go to post this however yeah I think it’s I think it’s a great service for what it is I think it’s not for everyone though um and I believe like I was type of starting to say before if you have deeper issues if you have bad anxiety if you have bad depression I think that it is very important to be seeing someone personally particularly if it’s you know things that it’s simply it’s it’s more difficult to discuss more extensive problems there’s something I have actually sort of noticed like undoubtedly these are deep.
concerns because they resemble things of your mind and they’re things that resemble worrying you or things that are making depressed or distressed but I tend to discover that it’s a little bit better for simply more I’m actually nervous about beginning a new task I am actually anxious about you understand finishing going to school you know stuff like that that’s not truly like existential things um but like I stated if you are experiencing more simply you’re going through some stuff then I think it would be terrific um it also depends upon like how comfortable you are like talking to a phone like I know that that sounds unusual however like do you video chat with your buddies do you you know what I suggest due to the fact that if you do not then I seem like it’s gon na be really unusual like you holding up a phone or like talking to your laptop because it’s gon na be like this odd like artificial thing however like if you’re utilized to that then it’s kind of like fine whatever like this is normal that’s something I noticed I do talk on facetiming a bit so I seem like I’m type of used to it however I felt like when I was doing it this would be strange if I didn’t um so yeah like I stated I would definitely advise it to anybody who travels like full-time since that would be remarkable like then you might actually have therapy if that’s not something that is a choice to you. Online Counselling Statistics
our mission is to bring the 10 best choices for you every time let’s talk about talk space talk space needs no introduction greatly backed on tv social media and all throughout the web talkspace has actually created a strong track record for itself it’s understood to be trustworthy personal and successful in helping individuals resolve major and minor concerns this is all from the convenience of online treatment sessions get help 24 7 delight in versatile scheduling and speak to talented therapists about real-life issues to get real-life solutions talkspace therapists are trained to help with all types of disorders and issues from minor to major issues you can get assist with things like anger management anxiety and eating disorders clients can likewise receive therapy for health management sorrow counseling social habits issues sleeping disorders and a lot more a hipaa compliance service talkspace has a network of 5 000 plus therapists each holding an acknowledged degree in their field counselors are evaluated background checked and all have a minimum of 3 years hands-on therapy under their belts they’re all accredited in their states with the greatest clinical license readily available and are insured talkspace uses an algorithm to match you up with a therapist most suited to work with your issues and assist you fulfill your objectives if you’re not delighted with their therapist of option you can ask to be reassigned and talkspace will offer you someone new talkspace has every type of communication approach beyond smoke signals you can reach out to your therapist via sms talking in a private chat room this benefits keeping track or looking back at old sessions alternatively you can get video phone or live chat sessions to schedule continuous sessions you’ll go over hassle-free time slots for you directly with your therapist talkspace therapists work five days a week for extended service hours which suggests that you can usually discover a time slot that works for both of you then you’ll go to to your account to begin the session talkspace has a terrific mobile app that makes the whole treatment process a lot smoother texting is similar to you would with any other messaging app the talkspace app also has helpful tips a development tracker and workouts you can use to supplement your therapy sessions talkspace has a number of tiers of month-to-month subscription strategies and you can register for quarterly and bi-annual plans too monthly services begin at 260 dollars and get less expensive with longer memberships you can likewise register for one-off video sessions for 65 bucks a pop talk area partners with most insurance plans too Online Counselling Statistics
talkspace assists individuals work with today’s daily life concerns the platform is online and app based making it easy and accessible to use furthermore talkspace has professionals for teenagers couples lgbtqia plus and other niche counseling the service is hipaa certified and provides constant training for its therapists talkspace has a lot of support choices you can reach out to consumer support via email and you can also go through the aid center which has a ton of info and valuable answers to the commonly asked questions about the services i’m incredibly grateful for getting the very best assistance today thank you so much talkspace thank god for talkspace therapy sending my therapist messages at two in the early morning feels less strange when that’s how the majority of your interaction takes place talkspace tops the charts for appeal and positive endorsements and that’s not unexpected to hear the service has countless skilled therapists lots of extra resources and a fabulous mobile app talkspace also has reasonable and versatile payment plans ongoing training for its therapists and insurance protection i hope this video assisted you decide whether talkspace is the ideal online treatment service for your requirements for an in-depth look at numerous other services and products make sure to
It is about learning how things can get in the method of making the most progress on objectives through sessions. The following info will help teach things that can be done to make sure that counseling is efficient.
As one methods therapy, there are some things one must understand such as methods of preparing to get the most out of sessions. You may want to prevent mentioning the following things so that you can take full advantage of the advantages counseling brings. Online Counselling Statistics
disappointment or confusion for example you might be filled with feeling when talking with a member of the family or pal and say something like i really hate my life right now maybe you said this to get an action from whoever you’re talking to however attention seeking utilizing remarkable comments is unhealthy looking for attention this way might be done out of worry and some think it plays with other individuals’s feelings some individuals consciously or unconsciously look for attention however might not know that they are engaging in attention-seeking behavior individuals might state or do things to get attention from others on purpose for example an individual might seek recognition for previous achievements deliberately make a questionable statement to get a response or tell stories about themselves while stretching the truth to get compassion or appreciation from others a person may imitate they need help with something to get
Some feel relieved to understand that what they have actually been experiencing has a name. Some feel hopeful because they can discover alternatives to help them feel much better. Some believe their life will not be the exact same or feel guilty and believe it is their fault.
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Experiencing negative ideas is regular, and it might appear overwhelming to take in such a medical diagnosis. It may take time to understand how your life might alter and how the diagnosis might define it. As you understand more about your diagnosis, it helps to acknowledge what you have done so far to get to this point.
narcissists trigger it so if we consider the occurrence in narcissism today it’s no wonder 15 million americans struggle with social stress and anxiety if you are among them you’re going to wish to enjoy this video to the end i’m going to talk through the connection in between narcissism and social anxiety and share 6 indications that you may be dealing with social stress and anxiety in your life let’s get to it welcome to the typical ego neighborhood my name is christina and on this channel we discuss emotional abuse self-development and spirituality today we’re speaking about a subject that’s near and not so dear to my heart social anxiety i don’t mind sharing that social stress and anxiety has been a part of my life in differing forms for as long as i can remember and i have actually come a long way in the past few years but i certainly still have work to do i just recently discovered the connection between social anxiety and narcissism and it’s kind of interesting however before i get to that i wish to share that this video is sponsored by betterhelp an online treatment portal that can connect you with a certified therapist and if your stress and anxiety is stopping you from living your finest life
i certainly suggest speaking with a therapist whether it’s through better help or whether you find the therapist yourself and for ten percent off your very first month be sure to use the link betterhelp.com forward slash typical eco now for the connection between social stress and anxiety and narcissism and the connection is twofold initially as i discussed narcissists trigger social stress and anxiety and they do this by second guessing your every move or teasing whatever you do when you grow up around egotistical people you’re going to be so utilized to people questioning degrading and outright making fun of you that you’re most likely going to expect that this is how everyone acts in a conceited family there may be a scapegoat who bears the brunt of all or most of the unfavorable feedback however not all families with conceited parents have a clear scapegoat in lots of conceited family characteristics no one is safe from the criticism in either case handling this type of feedback continuously can absolutely have an impact on your self-esteem and how you see the world not only will you question yourself but you expect everyone else to doubt you too and based upon my experience and my beliefs it ends up being a self-fulfilling prophecy you think it’ll take place and it does why isn’t it so easy to manifest a million dollars but this connection does make sense because of how individuals in your environment will react to your discomfort in social situations there are some kind-hearted individuals who will do what they can to relieve your worry
and make you feel comfy and there are some narcissistic hearted Can A Therapist Diagnose Adhd individuals who will pounce on the perceived weakness so the more you project symptoms of social anxiety the more you’ll draw in conceited people so that was the first connection narcissists trigger social anxiety in other people the second connection between narcissists and social anxiety is that they’re likewise likely to experience social anxiety
It Is Not Your Fault
While much is learned over the years about depression, researchers are still exploring contributing elements behind its cause. Anxiety has nothing to do with individual character defects or weak points. Numerous various things might contribute to developing anxiety, including things out of your control.
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Discover about methods to cope– such as treatments, support groups, and self-help options. Invest time making sense of your diagnosis to understand practical expectations for your journey to healing. Collecting information helps you see you are an individual with a medical diagnosis, and the diagnosis does not define who you are.
Check out reliable treatment alternatives such as cognitive behavioral treatment and comprehend how they work. You’ll also desire to find out more about other individuals’s experiences with anxiety through neighborhood support groups, organizations, etc. You might learn useful concepts for getting rid of personal obstacles.
Evaluating Treatment Choices
Upon learning your diagnosis, you may have concerns about treatment options. There are various methods to produce a treatment plan, and there is no one size fits all approach. It is essential to work with your medical professional or mental health expert to get the most benefits from your treatment plan.
It is a typical part of recovery since circumstances change, and you desire your treatment strategy to reflect modifications to guarantee you stay on track. Establishing exceptional communication with your psychological health specialist is substantial due to the fact that he or she will help you reach turning points and set objectives. Can A Therapist Diagnose Adhd
support from somebody even if they understand what to do there are lots of possible reasons that somebody would engage in this behavior individuals may feel alone jealous or absence self-confidence somebody feeling jealous may feel threatened when somebody else is the center of attention as a result they will change their habits to become the new focus others might have a personality disorder such as borderline personality disorder or conceited personality disorder an individual with conceited personality disorder looks for adoration from others without compassion they may take advantage of somebody to benefit themselves act arrogant or ignore others feelings or needs other causes may include trauma stress and anxiety or other psychological health concerns an individual may engage in attention seeking behavior since it makes them feel great taking part in conduct that seeks others attention could affect how they think of you in the long term it can make their sensations about you change or diminish individuals often look at this kind of
habits as manipulative if you recognize that this behavior is repeating you may discover it handy to deal with a therapist or psychological health professional such as those at much better assistance when left unaddressed it might end up being harmful treatment options consist of recognizing unhealthy behavioral patterns and understanding the best method to your emotional requirements find out how to build self-confidence invest more time listening to others before you speak inspect your habits and acknowledge it
Discussing individual matters can be difficult to do even when speaking with somebody that you know well. That can make it feel harder when talking with a total stranger. If your therapist is beginning to discuss something that’s hard for you, you might want to withdraw on discussing it. It could be that it hurts to think of or that you genuinely feel you don’t know the deeper responses that they’re looking for. If you just allow them in on half of the details, your progress will be impeded.
It’s your therapist’s goal to help you make progress in the locations that you’re dealing with. And in order for them to do that, they need you, to be honest with them. This does not indicate that you require to pour out every detail of your life, however make certain that the details you are sharing is true. Lying or trying to misguide your therapist will make it harder for them to help you. It is fine to speak if you feel uneasy, but try to be honest. Online Counselling Statistics | <urn:uuid:e8fedcf6-dfdd-44ba-bdad-48ca104a78ce> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.rockinghamchoralsociety.org/online-counselling-statistics/ | 2023-09-25T01:06:03Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.964505 | 6,304 |
Sarah has considerable experience of helping people deal with changes in their families following a relationship breakdown. Approachable, honest and down to earth, she has worked in family law for over 12 years and is known for her plain speaking and attention to detail. A good listener, her calm and warm style gives clients the confidence that they are in safe hands.
Much of Sarah’s work involves resolving challenging family problems and she sees it as a real privilege to assist people with their family law matters and to ease their anxiety during very worrying times.
A law graduate from The University of Hull, Sarah’s legal career began when she joined a Hull firm of solicitors in 2007 as a paralegal in their property department. She moved into the family department during her Training Contract and, upon qualifying as a solicitor in 2011 she continued to work in Hull practising family law. Sarah joined the family team at Rollits earlier this year.
A member of Resolution, Sarah deals with all issues arising on divorce and separation including financial disputes, child arrangements, and Pre and Nuptial Agreements as well as advising couples on Cohabitation and Separation Agreements.
She has previously assisted at the Citizens Advice Centre and several other local charities including the Cherry Tree Centre in Beverley and the Together Women Project in Hull.
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If you want to buy a Rottweiler, the first thing you might wonder is the Rottweiler cost. Rottweilers are a costly breed and when you encounter the cost of a Rottweiler, it might put you into suspicion. Why are Rotties so costly? Well, you have to consider a number of factors that play a part in accumulating the total cost of a Rottie.
But first, let’s look at why you might come across different prices in the market for the same breed. There are a number of reasons for that, the three chief ones being:
1. Health Certificate: There are many health and other physicality tests that a Rottie must go through before they can be sold. While less expensive breeders do not conduct such tests, ethical breeders spend a lot of money to ensure these are perfect.
2. Cost of breeding stock: Less expensive breeders get Rotties in a puppy form and buy locally without any kind of health certifications. However, ethical breeders ensure that the Rotties are properly certified health-wise and are imported from the right places. This is one of the reasons why Rotties can also get costly since the shipping costs are high.
3. Litter quality: Less expensive breeders just get the puppy without focusing on the quality. They are just looking for profit. Ethical breeders go to great lengths to ensure a quality litter of high breed is being produced which naturally raises the Rottweiler cost.
Now, since you are coming across the term Ethical Breeder quite often, you might wonder – what is an ethical breeder? Well, a professional ethical breeder is someone who knows the temperament and breed of a Rottie. They have done research on what is a proper pair of Rottie and they put their studies to the test. Proper testing ensures that the Rottie does not get into any major issues in relation to their hips, elbows or coat. They stand by their breed and ensure that their chosen puppies will last long.
Generally, a Rottie lasts for 10 years. Let’s say you buy a puppy from a mill and it costs $850. Now, you go to a professional ethical breeder and here, you get another Rottie puppy for $1500. The per-day cost can be calculated with this formula: (Price)/(year x days). If you consider 10 years as the average life span, then the per-day cost of the cheaper Rottweiler is $0.23 and the per-day Rottweiler cost of the expensive one is $0.41. You get a minute difference of $0.18.
Now, you might naturally have the question – why should you buy a costlier one? After all, Rottie puppies are cute, from wherever you buy them.
Well, now, think with a more realistic point of view. If you buy an untested puppy, then you are not sure if the puppy will have hip dysplasia a few years later. Rotties are after all known to be disease-prone. If such is the case, then treating the Rottie will burn a hole in your pocket – and it can be annually too. Now, let’s say the puppy carries a disease and passes away within 5 years. All your money and time went to waste and now the Rottweiler cost daily of that late puppy becomes $0.46. Add the vet bill with this one and you end up with an exorbitant amount.
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A great start to the festive season: the team of Royal Huisman is pleased to announce the official delivery of PHI.
Her innovative exterior lighting, powered by lasers, marks the stunning features of what is the world’s longest motoryacht – by far – in the sub-500 GT category. There is no doubt that PHI will turn heads wherever she goes, as her spectacular design is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on all who catch sight of her.
PHI is a 58.5m / 192ft magnificently sensuous fast displacement motoryacht, with exterior design from the drawing board of Cor D. Rover; interior design by Lawson Robb, and naval architecture by Van Oossanen Naval Architects. From the outset, the brief for PHI was clear: her very experienced and visionary owner wanted a scheme that was complex, layered, intellectual and brave, woven together by a narrative that can be shared and discovered as you move through the yacht: an interior as never seen before.
Her owner was also very clear about another aspect. “Two boats are better than one,” and this is why PHI, on her travels, will be accompanied by PHI Phantom, a shadow vessel which carries the same DNA as her bigger “beauty queen” sister. As a result, PHI is free to offer significantly more exterior and semi-interior entertainment area on the aft deck than conventional designs. The upper deck is entirely dedicated to the owner’s penthouse. A lot of precious extra premium space: Guy Booth, the owner’s representative of PHI, estimates that PHI would need to be a 90m / 295ft project in order to facilitate the same configuration if on board a single yacht.
Engineering and building PHI’s sleek, low hull and superstructure profile appeared well outside the comfort zone for some yards. But Royal Huisman had already delivered over thirty low-profile and unique, award winning sailing superyachts, so was not intimidated by the prospect of fitting the required complex motoryacht systems and technology into the streamlined envelope of this yacht. The Royal Huisman team has all the knowledge and experience at hand to explore, develop and optimize the ideas of the owner, designers and architect into tailormade solutions and, truth be told, delighted in the challenge to create this breathtaking yacht!
PHI’s innovative exterior lights – powered by lasers – were jointly developed for PHI by Royal Huisman and Fibr8.com. Apart from being a magnificent feature that will create great interest wherever PHI chooses to display it, the system throws practical benefits into the mix, as well. It leaves no unsightly gaps (as do the more common LEDs, which are more prone to failure, also) and is maintenance friendly. Exterior laser lighting is set to be the next trend in lighting and is part of the wide range of innovations available to Royal Huisman clients.
The delivery of PHI marks the beginning of a great adventure for her owner, family, friends and crew – and of the shipyard’s new role as a provider of services, assisting the crew as they continue to familiarize themselves with this unique motoryacht. Jan Timmerman, CEO of Royal Huisman, says: “The delivery is a moment of great pride for our team. It is also bittersweet, having to say farewell to PHI, as her creation has been part of our daily lives for several years. At the same time we know that PHI and her shadow vessel will conquer the oceans. We wish PHI’s owner and everyone onboard fair winds, following seas and a great experience – as enjoyed onboard every Royal Huisman superyacht.”
Honorary water by Port of Amsterdam following the recent delivery of PHI
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The North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (North Florida TPO) took advantage of a unique opportunity for fleets to upgrade with new, clean fuel vehicles.
Due to lingering effects of the Great Recession, most county agencies have deferred vehicle replacements. As a result of an agreement between Volkswagen and the U.S. Government settling claims that the automaker sold vehicles in violation of US EPA emission standards (VW Settlement), Florida is set to receive more than $166 million for emissions reduction projects. The funds will be allocated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection under terms currently under development.
Nassau County public fleet data was assessed to determine feasibility of transitioning to clean fuels.
The stakeholders included in this analysis include:
- City of Fernandina Beach
- Nassau County Board of County Commissioners
- Nassau County School District
- Nassau County Transit
The feasibility of transitioning fleets to propane (Autogas), compressed natural gas (CNG), electricity, biofuels, and hydrogen was evaluated from technical and economic perspectives. The evaluation was based on fleet data from Nassau stakeholders, including: number and age of vehicles, their location, fuel expenditure, fuel use, and vehicle miles traveled.
Using cost-benefit analysis, a base case was established demonstrating the profitability of transitioning trucks, school buses, and transit buses to propane autogas or compressed natural gas and passenger vehicles to electric vehicles. Sensitivity analyses were conducted to test project feasibility in response to changes in incentives, fuel prices, and delivery method. Sensitivity analyses demonstrated the resilience of EVs to changes assumptions.
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What COVID Revealed About Our Collective Acceptance of Tele health
The first recorded use of tele health in the U.S. involved a doctor who diagnosed croup over the phone. That was in 1897, just a few years after the telephone was invented. The incident is proof that the tele health concept is not a modern phenomenon. It goes back more than 120 years. COVID brought it out of the shadows and into the mainstream, which is one of the few silver linings of the pandemic.
Now that tele health is out in the open and widely accepted, it would be a mistake to try to turn the clock back. It would be equally foolish to not look back on how we got here, that we might learn the lessons COVID has revealed about our collective acceptance of tele health.
Here are five tele health-related things COVID has clearly revealed:
1. Technology Isn’t a Barrier
One of the chief arguments against widespread tele health is that technology cannot replace human interaction. That much is true, but the argument presupposes that technology is a barrier to quality care. It is not. The primitive nature of the telephone in 1897 was not a barrier to diagnosing a child with croup. Perhaps the technology wasn’t perfect, but it served a vital role in that situation.
Rather than looking at what tele health technology can do to enhance healthcare, there is a certain segment of the industry that continues to focus on what it cannot do. That is a shame because companies like CSI Health, healthcare telemedicine solutions, are devising healthcare tele medicine solutions that can do amazing things.
2. Healthcare Is Slow to Adapt
It has long been believed that the healthcare industry is slow to adapt to technology. That was born out in the midst of the COVID crisis when healthcare facilities were shut down. They had no choice but to bring in tele health solutions. And once they did, it became clear that the resistance to tele health was not one of technical performance. It was a matter of personal preference.
3. Patients Will Use It
Another common tele health criticism is that patients do not want to use the technology. That may be true in some cases, but it’s not true in all of them. Personally, I love tele health. I will use it at every opportunity. Furthermore, I am not alone. Survey data indicates that the majority of patients who utilized tele health during the pandemic were either very satisfied (47.4%) or satisfied (35.3%) with the results.
Data shows that many patients are concerned about security, but how much of that is due to being unfamiliar with tele health technology? Even if security concerns are legitimate, they can always be addressed.
4. Insurance Company’s Don’t Like It
The COVID pandemic also revealed that insurance companies are not big fans of tele health. To this day, they continue fighting attempts to force them to pay for virtual visits just as they would in-office visits. And when they do pay, they tend to pay less for the virtual version. As for why, it is not clear. But insurance company objections do not make sense.
5. Government Can’t Make Up Its Mind
Finally, we now know that the government cannot make up its mind about tele health. They were happy with it during the height of the pandemic, at least enough to provide Medicare and Medicare coverage. But now they are seriously thinking about turning back the clock. Again, it makes no sense.
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I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life, but I was my biggest (over 200lbs) after having my three amazing boys (singleton and twins). I started Keto for a few months to get ready for a wedding last year and I felt amazing. I had lost 20lbs, but my old eating habits came back. Along with my old eating habits, the depression came back too.
I finally dug myself out of the hole I was in and started keto back up for the New Year. I crushed my goals, ran a handful of 5ks, competed in a tough mountain challenge, lost 50lbs, but most of all proved to myself I could accomplish what I set my mind to.
1. What tactics did you employ to help you get to your goal? What did you find helped you get to your goals best?
Throughout my Keto journey, I’ve been able to use a few tactics to help me stay on track. Some of those tactics have been joining Keto groups on FB and IG. Seeing other people’s progress, recipes and motivation have helped to keep me going. I enjoy looking up new recipes and switching my meals up.
My Fitbit helped me to make sure I got my steps/movement in. I also have friends with Fitbits and we have friendly competitions to see who moved the most during the week. Ruled.Me has a macro calculator that’s very helpful with making sure you stick to you macros. And lastly, taking pics and measurements is extremely helpful in meeting your goals.
2. What is the most impactful change you’ve made to your diet and why do you feel it’s been the most important?
Cutting sugar has helped me to most. I used to binge on all the sweets! I had no self control when it came to cookies, brownies, any chocolate! Since cutting sugar and finding sugar substitutes such as monkfruit sweetener, I no longer have those intense cravings.
3. What is the best single piece of advice you can give to someone that is just starting out?
My best advice for someone who is just starting is to do your research. Learn what Keto is, learn what macros are, join different groups or Keto accounts such as Ruled.Me and see what’s working for everyone. Find a bunch of recipes, make weekly menus and grocery lists. Don’t be afraid to ask questions!
4. How do you feel your life is now that you’re at your goal?
I’m currently still working on my goal, but I’m no longer depressed. I have energy, motivation, I’m happy and I have love for myself. It’s a great feeling to be able to play with my 3 kids and not be exhausted or out of breath. I can actually play soccer and basketball with them! I’ve also been able to accomplish some personal goals such as competing in 5K’s and a Tough Mountain Challenge!! Things I NEVER thought I’d do.
5. What do you consider the biggest change in your day-to-day life?
The biggest change in my day-to-day life is my mindset. I’ve proven to myself that I can do this and it works! I’m aware of what I’m putting in my body and actually caring about what goes in. I know I feel like crap when I don’t eat well. It’s true when they say you can’t out exercise a bad diet.
6. What did you do to find support throughout your journey?
I’ve been lucky to receive support from family, friends, and the Keto community on social media. Friends saw my progress and joined in their own journeys, including my husband. He’s lost over 50lbs too!
7. What do you currently do to manage your day-to-day diet?
I manage my day-to-day “diet” by making my weekly shopping lists/menu, but keeping it simple. When you start to need a million things for recipes, it can make you not want to make them. Using Ruled.Me’s macro calculator and an app to keep track of what I eat so I can know I’m sticking within my macros. Also having the mindset that this is a lifestyle change and not a diet will help you stick to it in the long run.
8. What is your favorite keto recipe from www.ruled.me that’s become a staple?
9. If there is one thing that you could do differently during your journey, what would it be and why?
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Our campus is teeming with the curiosities of natural life ...and we boldly get out of our seats to explore the ecosystems in our own backyard.
Our Outdoor Mindset
At Rumsey, outdoor adventure is an important part of learning. The patterns, cycles, and energy of the natural world teach us about our own vitality.
If you're a student at Rumsey Hall, then you regularly spend class time outside! Our teachers create engaging lessons that go beyond the four walls of a room. From science labs in the forest, to history lessons atop river stones, to quiet reading propped against a tree, classes venture outdoors to explore the natural world and enjoy the fresh country air of our campus. From our Kindies program all the way up through our VIIth Form (ninth grade), students are encouraged to wonder about, and taught respect for, the natural world around them.
Our outdoor campus is a wonderland of learning opportunities. Take a virtual 360 tour to explore nature's contribution to our academic approach.
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i am running for my life and the lives of other diabetics
Approximately 41,000 people in Virginia and 1.4 million people nationwide are diagnosed with diabetes every year. In 2001, I became a part of that statistic. Now, I need your help to raise awareness for encouragement and support for healthy diet, exercise and motivation.
RUN. ENRICH. REVIVE.
My journey began in 2004 when I was originally diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, like many of my family members. I was 38 and out of shape. I was taking a lot of medication to control my blood sugar, but I was feeling worse and gaining weight.
2012 was my wake up call. I was hiking with my son. Halfway through the hike, I couldn’t keep up with him. This was not the life I wanted for my family or myself. I had been in denial. This was the moment that I decided to fight.
I began a diet regimen that I disliked immensely, but it was working. I dropped 45 pounds in 6 months. Then, I began running. My blood sugar dropped, and with it, I reduced my insulin by 75%.
As a goal-oriented person, I needed something to work toward. A marathon was the ultimate challenge. A triumph that would have been inconceivable even a year earlier. In January of 2014, at the age of 48, I ran my first marathon at Disney in Florida. I finished. I was sore and tired. And I was MARVELous!
It is now 2022, eight years after my 1st marathon, and I have completed a total of 66 marathons and ultras. Nothing was slowing me down - except the pandemic of course .
As I update this page ( today is July 18th 2022 ) I will be embarking on my 1st international marathon, dubbed as " The Most Difficult Marathon in the World " -the Inca Trail marathon in Peru this August.
I may be in better shape than I was in 2012, but the running does not stop. I am still running for my life and the lives of other diabetics like me. The awareness continues - so will I.
RUNNING FOR DIABETES AWARENESS AND EDUCATION
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UN adopts declaration on the rights of rural people
A wide majority of states supported the Declaration on the rights of peasants and other people working in rural areas when it was voted on 28 September 2018 at the United Nations Human Rights Council. The results of the vote are 33 votes in favour, 3 against and 11 abstentions.
Among the states voting against the Declaration were Australia, Hungary and the United Kingdom. Most of the abstentions came from European countries, including Germany, Spain, Slovenia, Slovakia and Croatia, whilst Asian, African and Latin American states, with the exception of Brazil, supported the Declaration with a favourable vote.
On the floor, the European Union and Germany showed their concern over the recognition of the right to seeds, land, biodiversity, as well as to food sovereignty, yet unrecognised by international human rights law, FIAN International reported. According to FIAN, the EU stated that there is no room for the creation of “new rights” in the Declaration, despite these representing the interests and needs of more than 2 billion of people worldwide.
Now, the Declaration will need to go through the United Nations General Assembly Third Committee in October, before going to the General Assembly for a final vote in December.
The first meeting of the Open-ended Intergovernmental Working Group on a United Nations Declaration on the rights of peasants and other people working in rural areas took place in July 2013. The UN-Declaration with its 28 articles combines numerous rights: the right to land and other natural resources, to seed and biodiversity, to sovereignty on decisions relating to their economic goals and food, to life, freedom, integrity, work and many others.
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Chantel and Irina launched the first fundraising campaign for Pitter Patter’s infrastructure project in March 2021. The goal of the project was to reconstruct the main entrance area of the school to create an enclosed and quiet environment where the children can concentrate on their lessons.
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For almost 40 years, the Fisherman’s Spot had existed in relative peace and quiet in Southern California’s San Fernando Valley. But at 4:30 a.m. on June 18, trouble came knocking as burglars smashed in the front door and ransacked the quaint shop, quickly exiting with some $45,000 worth of fly gear.
“It would be nice to think our sport’s immune to this kind of stuff,” says Ken Lindsay, co-owner of the Spot. “I suppose it’s a sign of the times.”
Apparently so. Within a month of the incident, two other fly shops in the area – Performance Anglers in Mammoth Lakes and Owens River Fly Shop in Bishop – were also burglarized, Lindsay says.
And, in July, thousands of miles away in Orlando, Florida, thieves hit another shop, the Fly Fisherman, where they made off with $20,000 worth of sunglasses and expensive fly reels. The incident followed a break-in earlier that summer at Betts Fishing Center in Largo. The stolen goods there? Sunglasses and high-end reels.
“What can you do?” says Gary Kokaisel, owner of the Fly Fisherman. “You just have to beef up security as best you can and go with the flow.”
Fortunately for Kokaisel and Lindsay, insurance policies will cover most of the losses. But the incidents certainly didn’t help in what had already been a challenging year in the world of retail.
“It’s a major blow, obviously,” says Lindsay. “But we’re fortunate in that we had back stock to keep things going. And a lot of our vendors were kind and extended terms so we could get the money from the insurance company.”
For now, both shops are safeguarding against future incidents. “We’re installing roll-down gates and that sort of thing,” says Lindsay. “We’ve resisted it for a while, but we figure it’s just something we’ve got to do.”
They’re also trying to keep things in perspective as best they can. “We had a nice little mess to clean up; that’s for sure,” Kokaisel chuckles. “But that darn fingerprint dust is really tough to get up!”
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Cubit 15.8 User Documentation
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When nothing is happening in your life, it's because YOU are happening.
Trust the process. You will look back on this time of your becoming as a sacred gift.
We have been conditioned to feel success when we always have something to DO, or accomplishment to achieve. If we aren't in the right space, this can lead to burnout (speaking from experience). Patience is a wonderful gift.
What if being at peace in the moment when 'nothing is happening is the 'goal' - because really... something is always happening. The key is not to miss this truth by trying to be somewhere else or someone else.
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The outside of this pouf is knitted jute, and the inside filling is polybeads. This pouf is high quality that will keep its shape over time. No zipper and outside cannot be removed. This solid round pouf is a versatile piece of furniture that can tie your room together with ease. Perfect for additional seating, resting your feet, or in lieu of an additional table. This pouf comes in a earthy natural tones that will work well in boho and contemporary homes. Lightweight and can easily be moved around to meet your needs. We recommend spot cleaning only.
- Outside: 100% Jute, Fill: 100% Polybeads
- Knitted in India
- Outdoor Safe: No
- Size Dimensions: 14"H x 20"W x 20"D
- Weight: 7.5 Lbs.
- Colors: Gray
- Incredibly versatile, poufs can be used as additional seating, a footstool, or place a tray on it for a quick accent table.
- Spot clean or professional clean only.
- The Berma Knitted Jute Round Pouf is hand-knitted with 100% jute in India. Jute poufs make an easy addition to any space due to their natural aesthetic. Round poufs like this one work particularly well as extra seating in your home; and can be easily stored under tables so that they don't take up excessive space. Poufs can also double as an ottoman, offering a place to rest your feet or an additional tabletop.
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This meditation is 12 minutes and is designed to give yourself time to just stop and check in with how you are feeling. I will ask you to see if you can identify a work, feeling or colour. This is particularly good to get you used to tapping into how you feeling throughout the day. The more we are aware of this the more informed choices we can start to make about our lives. I would recommend you sit with feet flat on the floor, or crossed legged. However, if you body is calling you to lie down then please feel free to do so.
A mindfulness practice that lasts for 15 mins. This guided meditation is designed to help you notice what all of the different senses of the body feel like, and really being in the moment with what is here, without trying to change a thing. Open hearted curiosity and kindness is all that is needed here. I suggest you ask your body what it needs and take up the position that is best for you.
This relaxation technique last approximately 20 minutes and is designed for you to notice different parts of your body, and paying particular attention to tensing and relaxing of the muscles. I suggest this is done sitting with feet firmly on the ground. The benefit of this practise is to help you be more aware and mindful of where you hold tension in your body, so that you can attempt to alleviate it at any given moment.
This visualisation is 15 minutes and starts with 3 minute breathing meditation taking you through into a grounding visualisation. This is particularly good if you are feeling scattered and your mind is busy, and you are seeking some clarity and direction. Calming and strong too. If it feels good for you please sit comfortably with your feet on the ground.
This guided meditation is approximately 15 minutes long, and I recommend you sit for this one. This meditation is to help you open your heart and receive what you need right now. A soothing meditation to help you tap into the energy of your heart. If it feels right you may want to rest a hand or both on your heart throughout this practice.
This balance chakra meditation is 18 minutes long. Feel free to sit or lay down. I have created this meditation to help you balance the 7 energy points within your body. The base, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, middle eye and crown chakra. This meditation will help you feel more balanced, relaxed and help your energy flow with ease.
This breathing mindfulness meditation is 10 minutes and can be done at anytime of the day. A simple breathing meditation to help you be in the present moment. This is about really observing our breath and using the breath as an anchor into the here and now. This is particularly grounding and calming.
This guided meditation is approximately 20 minutes. I suggest you lie down for this practice, and ensure you are warm and comfortable. I will guide you through each area of your body inviting you to notice what is here right now without trying to change a thing. Just noticing what is present in the body and acknowledging each part as I guide you through. This is particularly relaxing and some people do drop off to sleep. If you do, then I would say you needed the rest. If you can just allow yourself to fully relax into a theta state and listen to the sound of my voice as I guide you.
This guided meditation is 16 minutes long. It is optional but I recommend you have a pen and journal close by. I guide you through a future self meditation where you get some guidance and support from your future self on things that will help you now in your present life. This is particularly good if you are facing a challenge and want some clarity and guidance. It is also a good practice to acknowledge your achievements and value what you have in your life.
Positive affirmations help rewire the neuro pathways in our brains. If you imagine a 4 by 4 constantly going down the same track it knows the way, it always go that way. You can apply this to the brain and start to choose a different road that your 4 by 4 is going down, and maybe you go a different way, in life doing things or thinking a different way, pause and choose a more suitable way of going about things. The more we say the affirmation the more our brain believes it to be true, as it does know the difference between a real threat and a perceived threat.
Enjoy and have a journal to hand.
I go through a list of ways that you can start to help yourself when you are finding being an empath challenging, and some self protection strategies to help you. This audio is approximately 9 mins.
You will need a journal and pen and a quiet place to reflect. I get you to start thinking about what your self-care looks like and what maybe stopping you from having enough of it in your life. Allow about 30 minutes.
I talk you through how important it is to have good self-care all the time, not just when things get bad, and how you build your resilience to stress, anxiety and depression. You will need about 15 -20 minutes and the notes from the previous video.
This is part one of a training, journaling and meditation I did taking you through from 2020 to 2021. This could be good to do at any part of the year, if you tailor it accordingly. Perhaps at a time where there is new beginnings, or you may want to leave something behind.
This is part two following on from part one, and actually doing a meditation too.
A training on journaling. What it is, how to do it and why to do it.
Watch this video first, before you dive into morning and evening routines.
By the end of this video you will have had a good go at designing your morning routine. You will need about 30 minutes to do this. Have fun with this.
A few pointers and tips for you to consider when designing your wind down evening routine.
Mindfulness in a Frantic World – Mark Williams
True Love – Tich Nhat Hanh
Light is the new Black – Rebecca Campbell
The Secret – Rhonda Byrne
Daring Greatly – Brene Brown
The Universe has your back – Gabrielle Bernstein
You can Heal your life – Louise Haye
Cavemen and Polar Bears – Andy Workman
The Little Book of Kindness – Dr David Hamilton
Good Grief – Dipti Tait
Resilient – Rik Hanson
You are a Badass – Jen Sincero
Just get on with it – Ali Campbell
A little light on spiritual laws – Diana Cooper
Girl, stop apologising – Rachel Hollis
Prison Break – Janson Goldberg
Stress Less, Accomplish More – Emily Fletcher
The Boy, The Mole, The fox and the Horse – Charlie Markeys
The Empath’s Survival Guide – Judith Orloff
Sparked – Jonathan Fields
There are so many books I could recommend, but for now I think these are a great start. Please also let me know if you have read any inspiring books.
Alternatively go the meditation & visualisation area in the Connection Corner where I will guide you through several different meditations and visualisations.
I recommend listening to music by Christopher Lloyd Clarke as a background to the meditations or for some beautiful, peaceful music.
What we are doing and what you will need.
How are you feeling right now. A longer practice to identify how you feeling, can you pinpoint a word to that and where in your body you are noticing the feeling.
A brief explanation of being on autopilot, and how to introduce being mindful throughout your day by switching off or turning your autopilot down. Exercise to do, that will help you to bring in being more mindful throughout your day.
A practical way to demonstrate switching off autopilot, being in the present moment and fully noticing and engaging all 5 senses. Have fun with this. You will need your journals.
Talking about thoughts not being facts, how we catastrophise, and how our thoughts affect how we feel and how we behave.
8 step guide taking you from overwhelmed to okay again in 8 simple steps. Catching those thoughts, challenging them, changing them and getting rid of them if necessary.
Simple mindfulness breathing practice.
We start with a Stop, Breathe & Check in and then I share with you what meditation and mindfulness is.
A 5 Senses Mindfulness Meditation Practice. Engaging all 5 senses to help you step into the present moment. Noticing what is present moment by moment.
What is stress, anxiety & depression. Different levels of stress and how does it show up in your daily life. How mindfulness can be an amazing buffer to stress.
What is stress response, flight, fight, freeze and the mind body connection. Where does stress show up in your body. How amazing are our brains!
SNS Overuse and a visualisation to show how powerful the mind body connection really is.
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There were a lot of these this year. Cheers!
I don't know how the years just keep getting worse, but here we are ya'll.
I'm late with this list, like, months long depressive procrastination kind of late, but I was surprised to find SO MUCH music that I adored from 2022! Which also made me intimidated to put this thing together.
But here it is, finally. Thanks for your patience.
Let me know what you loved, what you liked, and what you hated!
(Bedroom Pop, Alt R&B, Funk, Experimental.)
Juno is Wolf's debut full-length album, and man, this thing slaps from front to back.
The California-based singer-songwriter attracted attention from an American Idol appearance, and a number of singles and an EP, but she truly gained a following from her online presence during the COVID lockdowns.
Wolf's project clearly pulls from a bunch of different influences, and combined with her neon, hyper-pop silliness and focus on dance-ability heavily reminds me of BROCKHAMPTON.
I actually listened to the deluxe version of Juno before the original, and well, I might be cheating here. The original Juno is from 2021, but the deluxe version is from 2022. And, honestly, the deluxe is better. There are a bunch of incredible bops that were just missing from the condensed version, it's worth the longer listen.
Fave tracks: "Liz," "Michael," "Quiet On Set," "Liquor Store," "Sexy Villian," Anthony Kiedis," "Street You Live On."
We've been waiting for this.
As one of the biggest names in R&B, SZA made an immediate splash after releasing her first full-length album in 2022 after 2017's CTRL.
If you're on TikTok, you've heard "Kill Bill," "I Hate U," "Blind," and "Nobody Gets Me" by now- but don't mistake the app's love for these singles as a one-off, SOS, the massive 23 song album is like, 90% bangers. The album follows SZA through each step of a major break-up: there's heartbreak, bitterness, toxicity, begging, anger, and then.. I guess, acceptance?
From "Seek & Destroy," to "Blind," to "Gone Girl"- SZA came out swinging, and this is easily one of the highest quality albums of the year.
Fave tracks: "SOS," "Seek & Destroy," "Gone Girl," "Smoking on my Ex Pack," "Ghost in the Machine," "Nobody Gets Me," "Blind," "Good Days," "Shirt."
Nashville singer-songwriter Sophia Allison just keeps getting better with age. Known for her vulnerable yet edgy indie-rock hits, the artist leans heavily into grunge-y influences on Sometimes, Forever, and on certain tracks giving me huge Radiohead vibes.
She's one of the biggest names in indie rock right now, and for good reason. Allison's voice has a real ghostly quality on her latest project, and with the dark, grunge-y lyrics and instrumentals on each track, the album feels intentionally spooky- with mentions of monsters, fog, following eyes, horror, witches, spiders, etc. While the content of her music hasn't varied much: heartbreak, failed relationships, depression, Sometimes, Forever feels like a more grown-up, confident Soccer Mommy.
Fave tracks: "With U," "Unholy Affliction," "Shotgun," "Darkness Forever," "newdemo."
This album was, unfortunately, overlooked by many previous Peck fans.
Maybe it was a marketing issue, maybe the spark of being a shiny brand-new artist wore off, or maybe the lack of singles on Bronco evaded listeners, but there is a noticeable decrease in Spotify streams, YouTube videos, etc. for this 2022 album's releases.
It's sad to see, especially since Peck's voice has improved so much on this record, and the singles that DO slap, go SO hard. The 'anonymous' queer alt-country artist is unlike anyone else in his field, and although I was disappointed with the lack of upbeat tracks, Bronco is still an extremely worthwhile listen.
Fave tracks: "Daytona Sand," "The Curse of the Blackened Eye," "C'mon Baby, Cry," "Hexie Mountains," "Lafayette."
(R&B, Electronic, Alt Pop.)
So, I guess this is a mixtape, not an album.. but I don't really care, I'm still including it!
MAGDALENE was only released in 2019, but doesn't that feel like a decade ago? We haven't heard much music from the artist recently, but Tahliah Debrett Barnett sure has been put through the wringer over the last few years, from facing racist abuse while engaged to Robert Pattinson, to filing a domestic abuse lawsuit against former partner Shia LaBeouf (fuck him), so on CAPRISONGS, FKA Twigs focuses on rediscovering herself.
This mixtape is so much fun. CAPRISONGS has everything, from R&B and hip hop to electronic and dancehall, featuring softer, introspective songs alongside upbeat bangers- all oozing with sexuality. Less avant-garde than Twigs' past projects, CAPRISONGS includes some huge features including The Weeknd and Daniel Caesar, so it's a much more digestible project, but then again- it's a mixtape. FKA twigs focused on playing around with styles, discovering what excites her, and just having fun. She deserves that.
Fave tracks: "ride the dragon," "honda (feat. pa salieu)," "meta angel," "oh my love," "pamplemousse," "papi bones," "jealously (feat. rema)," "darjeeling (feat jorja smith & unknown t)."
(Electronic Rock, Indie Pop, Synth Pop.)
Mitski took the recent 80s revival trend and fully ran with it on Laurel Hell.. and it worked!
I've been a long time Mitski fan, severely peaking around 2016/2017. As an angsty young adult, Puberty 2 and Bury Me At Makeout Creek are now permanently burned into my subconscious.
Now, when Be The Cowboy dropped in 2018, I honestly didn't listen to it much. There are a handful of tracks I adore for sure, maybe it was just a great year for music and I got distracted, but ultimately the album doesn't come to mind often.
Laurel Hell on the other hand, I've been revisiting often. This is the album Mitski realized that she was contractually obligated to make before officially retiring, so in return, she spends it exploring her turbulent relationship with fame, capitalism, and why she's making music. On her 2022 album, Mitski asks why achieving her artistic dreams don't seem to make her any happier.
Fave tracks: "Working for the Knife," "Valentine, Texas," "Stay Soft," "The Only Heartbreaker," "Should've Been Me."
(Hip Hop, Rock, Funk.)
There's a lot of astrology references in these 2022 releases.. interesting.
Another TikTok smash hit, the alternative hip hop artist's fourth long-form project dropped last summer, and immediately blew up online.
Lacy is a total rockstar man. This album has some fantastic online megahits that are just pure pop perfection, there's something so magnetic about the star, Lacy's got serious charisma that I think could make him last for a long time. The guitarist for The Internet is one of those musicians who has got his hands in everyone else's projects, but in reality has quite a small personal catalogue. The singles on Gemini Rights are funny, heartbreaking, yet uplifting all at once- I'd kill to see these live.
I hope Lacy continues in this direction, especially leaning into his funk and rock influences- there's some real Prince energy on Gemini Rights, and I'm excited about it.
Fave tracks: "Static," "Bad Habit," "Helmet," "Amber," "Mercury," "Sunshine (feat. Foushee)," "Give You the World."
(Punk, Riot grrrl.)
English punk rock group Petrol Girls are reviving Riot grrrl.
On Baby, the four-piece band talk honestly and ferociously about religion, immigration, abortion, domestic and sexual violence, police violence, etc. with a fiery, furious passion.
Dripping with righteous anger, the feminist punks scream what we only wish we could say so loudly. In a post Roe V. Wade world, (even though they're English) songs like "Baby, I Had An Abortion" and "Fight for Our Lives," hit home as the band demands that political bodies keep their hands off women's bodies and reproductive rights.
Forcing optimism for the future often feels a lot like the band's second last single, "I've been tired for years/ I'm sick/ I'm fucking sick," and if you're ready to scream about it, give Baby a spin.
Fave tracks: "Preachers," "Baby, I Had an Abortion," "Fight for Our Lives," "One or the Other," "Violent by Design," "Bones."
(Funk, Rock, Jazz.)
This is definitely my smallest, in terms of notability/fame, choice for this list. I actually discovered this gem from an Exclaim! review!
Mitch Davis is Montreal-based musician and producer, (formerly a rapper under Mitchmatic) and with this new persona, Davis focuses on a mixture of jazz, funk and and soul, all while playing every single instrument himself.
It's a pretty chill listen; laid back, slightly sad, and has huge 70s feels. The cover art has this whimsical, yet still creepy vibe, which I think suits the record well. It has so little streams, so please- go check it out!
Fave tracks: "In the Morning," "Let it Die," "Left Inside," "What You Say," "The Haunt."
Natural Brown Prom Queen
(R&B, Alt Pop.)
I was truly blown away after hearing this.
I'd never heard of Sudan Archives until 2022 when I was researching for this list, and yikes man, I've been missing out.
This is only singer-songwriter Brittney Parks' second album, yet it has become quite hard to avoid- as it appears on every music publication and music nerd's best of 2022 albums lists.
Parks writes about identity, confidence, insecurity, colourism, and being perceived across Natural Brown Prom Queen. On the title track, one of the most upbeat songs, the song opens with: “Sometimes I think that if I was light-skinned/Then I would get into all the parties/Win all the Grammys, make the boys happy," then immediately follows up with a chant of, "I'm not average/ I'm not average/ I'm not average." Even through her lowest, most insecure moments throughout the album, Parks manages to shine through with a contagious optimism and internal self-confidence.
Fave tracks: "Home Maker," "NBPQ (Topless)," "Selfish Soul," "ChevyS10," "OMG BRITT," "Copycat (Broken Nations)," "Freakalizer," "Yellow Brick Road."
Melt My Eyez See Your Future
Floridian rapper Denzel Curry trades his usual high energy for introspection on his fifth studio album.
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This cart is going to be one very cool buggy and with all the NXT’s heading up to Predator this spring this one is sure to turn some heads! Let’s get to it!
We start this super cool build off in the paint booth
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As the matte paint dries we are putting the final touches on the chassis
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In 2020-21, the Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business was proud to name Kate Allan and Seth Hildebrand as its inaugural “Sustainability Champions.” The two Executive MBA students volunteered to work on a special project with the nonprofit, Sustainable Newton. In the conversation that follows, Kate and Seth discuss how they collaborated to help a local community address recycling challenges.
Seth Hildebrand: Getting to know the Center was our first step in becoming Sustainability Champions. Both of us were first exposed to the Center through a course we took in Fall 2021—Business Strategies for Sustainability, which was taught by Center Faculty Director Beril Toktay. After the course ended, I reached out to Center Managing Director Michael Oxman to discuss ways to further my knowledge and gain practical consulting project experience within the domain. Michael told me about Sustainable Newton, a local 501(c)(3) that had recently completed an RFP for graduate engagement.
Kate Allan: I was eager to find a way to get involved with the Center, so when Seth asked me if I wanted to partner with him on a project, I was “all in”!
SH: The mission of Sustainable Newton is to drive solution-oriented local responses to the global issues of climate change and sustainability. It does this by working with fellow citizens, businesses, and local governments. The organization is focused on creating awareness, engaging neighbors, and enabling action.
KA: Sustainable Newton had a broad project objective in the RFP: to reduce plastic waste and improve recycling in Newton County, Georgia. The project appealed to me because it dealt with real-world problems. First, how do we motivate people to recycle and educate them to recycle right? Second, how does the local government manage the materials and the economics of recycling downstream?
SH: We initiated our project by meeting with our contacts at Sustainable Newton and other local officials to gain an understanding of the current recycling challenges in Newton County. Then, we leveraged the Center’s resources and our personal networks to initiate meetings with subject matter experts in recycling to identify potential solutions. Kate and I developed actionable solutions based on both qualitative and qualitative research.
KA: Seth and I met at least once per week to further our project. We used our time to debrief on recent learnings and discuss next steps. Both Seth and I have several years of professional experience in consulting. In many ways, the Sustainable Newton project was like a consulting project. Our client had a challenging business problem and engaged us to identify actionable solutions. We hope that our engagement will help further the partnership between Sustainable Newton and the Center. and was accepted.
SH: One of the biggest challenges in our project was understanding the level of complexity in the recycling operation in Newton County. Additionally, given the wide scope of the project, it was difficult at first to identify a specific focus.?
A slide from the Champions’ deliverable presents the state of recycling in the area.
KA: We had two deliverables. First, we compiled our research into a digestible, transferable format that could be passed along to other students who engage with Sustainable Newton going forward. We hope future students can build upon our work! Second, we prepared a survey to be distributed to Newton County residents that will deepen Sustainable Newton’s understanding of residents’ barriers to recycling and willingness to pay for recycling services.
SH: For me, the big takeaway is that recycling in local communities is complex. It can be difficult and cost prohibitive. The project made me grateful that the Center is building partnerships with organizations like Sustainable Newton to provide them with resources and contacts that can help them create sustainable communities.
A slide presents barriers to effective recycling in Newton County.
KA: We also gained the skill of working in an ambiguous environment. This project took us in a lot of different directions and, early on, there were no clear outcomes or solutions. The project challenged our creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
SH: I hope other students will consider stepping up to be Sustainability Champions. The Center provides a wealth of expertise and resources to those with a passion for ESG. Aside from the material covered in our class and some volunteer experience at the local level, my knowledge base was very minimal. The Sustainability Champions program offers a rich opportunity to build upon the academic framework. The practical experience can complement the lessons that are learned in the classroom.
KA: If you’re interested in a project, go for it! Just make sure you’ve considered your time commitments and other constraints. The project with Sustainable Newton helped me build and leverage networks within the metro Atlanta sustainability community and motivated me to drive a more sustainable future for all. As more and more companies integrate ESG characteristics into their overall strategy, it’s important to broaden one’s knowledge base in this area.
SH: I agree! Applying our classroom learning to a real-world setting was challenging but rewarding.
About Our Guest Writers:
Kate Allan is an Executive MBA student at Scheller College. Her professional experience is in management and technology consulting. Kate is a volunteer climate lobbyist with the Citizens Climate Lobby and a Sustainability Ambassador through the Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Resilience. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time outside hiking or scuba diving.
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Posted on Oct 22, 2014
The week of October 19-25, 2014 is National Teen Driver Safety Week. An unfortunate fact is that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 14-18 year olds in the U.S. In fact, almost half of the teen drivers involved in a crash die. Yet, a recent survey show that only 25% of parents have had a serious talk with their kids about the key components of driving. You are the parent, they are your children, and they still have a lot of learn. You can teach them and you may just help save their lives.
Even if you think they don’t hear you, they do. Remember, the “5 to Drive” – Set the Rules Before They Hit the Road. Go to the NHTSA link for its traffic safety marketing below and see how to teach your children to drive safely.
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C18 and C19 fatty acids containing a cyclopropene ring (CPFA's) natural compounds in plants of the order Malvales have been shown to augment the cardiogenic effects of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) and recently identified as a potent mitogen for hepatocytes. Experiments to ascertain whether CPFA's affect the binding of AFB1 to DNA, RNA and protein of rat liver cells were carried out. 50 gm male Sprague Dawley rats were fed a synthetic diet containing 500 ppm of CPFA's supplied as triglycerides in Sterculia foetida oil ad libitum for 2 wks. Comparable animals fed synthetic diet alone served as controls. Animals were injected I.P. (3μC/100 gm B.W.) with C14 ring labeled chromatographically pure AFB1 (Sp. Ac. 5.37 μC/μM) dissolved in N methylformamide and sacrificed 1 hr later. DNA, RNA and protein were extracted; DNA was further purified by treatment with pronase, RNA ase, and by density gradient centrifugation on CsCl2. These results corroborate earlier work that AFB1 binds to a greater degree to protein and RNA than to DNA. Ingestion of CPFA enhanced binding of AFB1 to protein by 39.9%, RNA 35.5% and DNA 37%. This effect of CPFA may be related to its potentiation of AFB1 induced hepatocarcinoma.
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As the winners of the 2019 Nobel Prizes for outstanding work in medicine, physics, chemistry, and economics gather in Stockholm, Sweden to be honored for their research accomplishments, The Science Coalition celebrates the seven laureates who have ties to our member universities.
Their life-changing discoveries include learning how cells adapt to changes in oxygen levels, creating the theoretical framework for our understanding of the cosmos, developing modern-day lithium-ion batteries, and fighting global poverty. These achievements were built on a foundation of fundamental research – and would not be possible without support from the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, and Department of Defense – and underscore the critical need for sustained, robust, and predictable federal investment in America’s scientific enterprise.
Winner of the Nobel Prize for Medicine, Harvard Medical School Professor Dr. William G. Kaelin Jr., said it best, “The unexpected application shows the importance of basic research and curiosity-driven science — undervalued today in a culture that often wants to know what results to expect before the work is underway, and leaves little room to pursue the unknown.”
Physiology – Medicine: Discovering How Cells Respond to Oxygen Levels
Johns Hopkins University Professor Dr. Gregg Semenza, a University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University alumnus, Harvard Medical School Professor Dr. William G. Kaelin Jr., and Peter J. Ratcliffe of the Francis Crick Institute and Oxford University were honored with the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. The award was presented for their work on discovering how cells adapt to changes in oxygen levels, furthering our understanding of how the element’s availability affects the body and unleashing new strategies in fighting disease.
With support from the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Semenza began this research in 1990. Knowing that oxygen levels are constantly fluctuating and wondering how cells respond, Dr. Semenza observed when oxygen levels are low, cells make more of a protein known as the hypoxia-inducible factor, or HIF-1. Building on this initial discovery by Dr. Semenza, a few years later, Dr. Kaelin was able to characterize how oxygen levels in cells regulate the quantity of HIF-1 protein production.
Both Dr. Semenza and Dr. Kaelin’s discoveries have become integral to basic biological understanding and have vital applications, most notably in the fight against cancer.
Physics: Building Our Framework of the Universe
Among this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics winners is Princeton University Professor Emeritus Dr. James Peebles for his work to expand our knowledge of the universe. The theoretical framework Dr. Peebles developed over the course of two decades is the basis of all we know about the cosmos – from the Big Bang to the present day.
Dr. Peebles began developing his theoretical framework in 1964 at a time when there were few observations and many questions about the universe’s beginnings.
“I remember thinking I might complete two or three projects in this subject [cosmology] and then move on to something less speculative. That never happened because each project led to ideas for others, in a flow that was too interesting to resist,” Dr. Peebles said.
Among his numerous accomplishments is the discovery of radiation behind the Big Bang and the existence of cold dark matter. Still, Dr. Peebles knows there’s more work to be done.
“We can be very sure that my theory isn’t the final answer. And we can be very sure that as we discover new aspects of the expanding and evolving universe, we will be amazed once again.”
Dr. Peebles has received tremendous support from the National Science Foundation (NSF) throughout his career.
Chemistry: Developing Lithium-ion Batteries
This year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry went to a group of researchers whose discovery impacts everyday life. University of Texas at Austin Professor Dr. John B. Goodenough and Binghamton University Professor Dr. M. Stanley Whittingham were recognized for developing the lithium-ion batteries that power our phones, computers, other wireless devices, and more.
“The research I have been involved with for over 30 years has helped advance how we store and use energy at a foundational level,” Dr. Whittingham said.
Dr. Whittingham’s work began in the 1970s as he was looking to develop approaches for fossil-free energy. Though it had some practical issues, including the risk of explosion, Dr. Whittingham created the first functional lithium battery.
Dr. Goodenough, who has received funding from NSF through the years, then built on Whittingham’s version of the battery, switching one material for another and doubling the voltage power. Dr. Goodenough’s version is what became today’s lithium-ion battery.
Economic Sciences: Research to Fight Global Poverty
This year’s Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences was awarded to Harvard Professor Dr. Michael Kremer and Massachusetts Institute of Technology economists Dr. Esther Duflo and Dr. Abhijit Banerjee for their experiment-based research to fight global poverty.
Speaking about his research, Dr. Kremer said, “The combination of deep engagement on the ground with intellectual rigor is producing very exciting work, both in terms of understanding the world and in helping to provide practical solutions to problems affecting some of the poorest people in the world.”
Dr. Duflo and Dr. Banerjee agree, and have been intertwined with Kremer’s work for some time. According to Banerjee, “experiment-based work in development economics was a little-explored area of research 20 years ago but has grown significantly since then,” and Dr. Duflo cites Dr. Kremer as an inspiration to antipoverty researchers and the field as a whole.
“Our goal is to make sure the fight against poverty is based on scientific evidence,” Dr. Duflo said.
Throughout their research careers, both Dr. Duflo and Dr. Banerjee have received grants from NSF, the Department of Defense’s Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research.
Whether it is developing what we know about the universe or creating the devices to power modern technologies, the discoveries recognized by this year’s prizes are rooted in fundamental research and serve as an important reminder that Nobel Prize-winning research does not happen overnight or by mere circumstance.
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For the last three decades, The Science Coalition has been a steadfast advocate on Capitol Hill for robust, consistent, and predictable federal investment in fundamental scientific research. This year, we’ve invited another voice to the conversation: the university researchers doing the work on the ground. Their direct relationships with research agencies and hands-on experience navigating the landscape of federal funding give them unique perspective on the state of the American scientific enterprise and what Congress can do to ensure its success in the 21st century and beyond.
Dr. Ranga Dias, University of Rochester
Dr. Ranga Dias, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Rochester, is building a semiconductor that works at room temperature.
Federal funding agency: Department of Energy | Additional resources
Dr. Chris Thorncroft, University at Albany
Dr. Thorncroft, the Director of the Atmospheric Science Research Center at the University at Albany, and the National Science Foundation are working together to combat extreme weather in New York and prevent economic loss in the process.
Federal funding agency: National Science Foundation (NSF) | Additional resources
Dr. Rebecca Whelan, University of Notre Dame
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Dr. Whelan, an Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Notre Dame, is developing more powerful tests to detect ovarian cancer and save lives.
Federal funding agency: National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) National Cancer Institute (NCI) | Additional resources
Dr. Bogdan Dragnea, Indiana University
Dr. Dragnea is studying how nanoparticles transform their environment and pioneering laser-based technologies.
Federal funding agency: National Science Foundation (NSF), Army Research Laboratory (ARL) | Additional resources
Dr. Elizabeth Weybright, Washington State University
Dr. Weybright’s research focuses on preventing substance misuse among rural adolescents.
Federal funding agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) | Additional resources
Dr. Angela Branche, M.D., University of Rochester
Dr. Branche is interested in defining the burden of disease caused by respiratory viruses like RSV and influenza, finding new methods of diagnoses and treatment, and developinig preventative tools.
Federal funding agency: National Institutes of Health (NIH) | Additional resources
Dr. Ben Zaitchik, Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Zaitchik’s research is centered on understanding and predicting extreme weather events to protect the health and safety of our economy and society at large.
Federal funding agency: National Science Foundation (NSF), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) | Additional resources
Dr. Leslie Leve, University of Oregon
Dr. Leve is studying the long-term outcomes for women who were formerly in the child welfare system or juvenile justice system.
Federal funding agency: NIH’s National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) | Additional resources
Tess Carter, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Graduate student Tess Carter is working to understand how smoke from wildfires affects air quality, health, and the climate.
Federal funding agency: National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) | Additional resources
Dr. Kevin O’Brien, University of Illinois
Dr. O’Brien, the director of the Prairie Research Institute at the University of Illinois, is building the world’s largest carbon capture system to fight climate change.
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Children of mothers prescribed macrolide antibiotics during the first trimester of pregnancy are at an increased risk of major birth defects when compared with penicillin, and the drugs should be used 'with caution' according to a new UCL study.
The study, published today in The BMJ, aimed to assess the association between macrolides -- a class of drugs used to treat common bacterial infections -- and major malformations such as heart and genital defects, as well as four neurodevelopmental disorders (cerebral palsy, epilepsy, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder) in children.
Researchers analysed data from 104,605 children born in the UK from 1990 to 2016 using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) with a median follow-up of 5.8 years after birth. A further 82,314 children whose mothers were prescribed macrolides or penicillins before pregnancy, and 53,735 children who were siblings of children in the study group acted as control (comparison) cohorts.
Major malformations were present in 186 children of 8,632 whose mothers were prescribed macrolides at any point during pregnancy and 1,666 of 95,973 children whose mothers were prescribed penicillins during pregnancy.
After taking into account other influencing factors, the researchers found macrolide prescribing during the first three months (the first trimester) of pregnancy was associated with an increased risk of any major malformation compared with penicillin (28 versus 18 per 1,000 births ) and specifically cardiovascular malformations (11 v seven per 1,000 births).
Macrolide prescribing in any trimester was also associated with a slightly increased risk of genital malformations (five v three per 1,000 births). No statistically significant associations were found for other system specific malformations or for any of the four neurodevelopmental disorders.
Lead author, PhD candidate Heng Fan (UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health) said: "Macrolide antibiotics are used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, and are among the most frequently prescribed antibiotics during pregnancy in Western countries.
"This work builds on previous evidence of rare but serious adverse outcomes of macrolide use, especially for unborn babies. These adverse outcomes were assumed to be associated with the arrhythmic effect of macrolides and policy advice about their use in pregnancy varies."
As an observational study, the researchers highlight that cause cannot be determined but as the results were largely unchanged after further analyses, they suggest that the findings withstand scrutiny.
Heng Fan added, "If the associations are shown to be causal, these findings suggest that an additional four children would be born with cardiovascular malformations for every 1,000 children exposed to macrolides instead of penicillins in the first trimester of pregnancy."
Professor Ruth Gilbert (UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health) added:
"Our findings suggest it would be better to avoid macrolides during pregnancy if alternative antibiotics can be used.
She underscored that, "Women should not stop taking antibiotics when needed, as untreated infections are a greater risk to the unborn baby."
The authors were supported by funding from Child Health Research CIO Trust, China Scholarship Council, National Institute for Health Research and from Health Data Research UK.
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Commentary, J Def Stud Resour Manage Vol: 9 Issue: 1
Study on Global Defense Market
Department of Political Sciences, Northwestern University, United States
Received: 05 November, 2021; Accepted: 19 November, 2021; Published: 26 November, 2021
Keywords: Defense Market
The defense market consists of the sale of aerial, offshore and groundbased military (organizations, sole traders and affiliates) that produce air-based, maritime and global military equipment such as radar, satellites, sonar and other auxiliary equipment or maintenance and repairs. The defense market is divided into air defense systems; maritime-based defense; ground-based protective defense, repair and overhaul of equipment and security support.
Asia Pacific was the largest region in the global defense market, accounting for 34% of the market by 2020. North America was the second largest region accounting for 25% of the global defense market. Africa was the smallest region in the global defense market.
The global defense market is in a state of flux and is responding to a number of geopolitical changes, most notably the reform of the Presidential Administration in the United States, has withdrawal of US military equipment from major conflict zones, meaning countries within Europe, the Middle East and the United States. Africa region (EMEA) is now forced to rely on the establishment of military bases. Many countries are hesitant to join ‘low boots’ to enforce / maintain the security of their nation, which is why the global trend of large-scale investment in private arts also has an impact within the EMEA.
Thus, combined with the necessary military independence of the nations within the region creates an environment that is more focused on local or regional production efforts and an increase in the delivery of vacant crafts. As the UK emerges from the European Union, it ensures involvement and coherence in the international theater by engaging in international relations.
The political developments mentioned at the outset also have a bearing on how nations develop, maintain, and train their armed forces. As a result of the US exit from major conflict zones and international tensions, the threatening will be shifted from being equitable, and focus on the nations profile. The merger of the C4ISR with Systems with cooperatives is a well-known topic in the industry, which enhances the efficiency of low-level troops.
The information gap is filled by strengthening the relationship between government agencies and the trade sector across the region, regional agreements between friendly countries, and new communications relations should be made. The Middle East has shown impressive development to enter into many US-affiliated businesses -and UK-based military contracts to do local things, with the UAE by restoring its relations with Israel and opening new trade channels and information.
The historical transformation of the international trade in ships and aircraft provides an example of changes in the importance of various countries as importers and exporters in these markets. defence market mainly discusses about international strategies for maintaining the security of its industries. Finally, the European defense industry base and financial constraints explores the challenges and solutions facing in European countries. It examines the impact of international budgetary constraints on the European defense industry and the role of international cooperation in developing tools, and contractor strategies to close key institutions, redevelop their company, and focus on international trade.
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SCOTLAND: The Big Picture is a founding member of the Scottish Rewilding Alliance, a collaboration between charities, landowners and community groups who share a mission to enable rewilding at a scale new to Scotland.
A Rewilding Nation
The Alliance is calling on Scotland to become the world’s first Rewilding Nation, with 30% of its land and seas committed to rewilding principles by 2030, in order to secure a sustainable future for local communities.
The Rewilding Nation campaign presents a bold vision and makes the case for a Rewilding Nation Bill: a landmark piece of legislation that creates a blueprint for the large-scale restoration of nature across Scotland.
Why NOT Scotland?
Alongside detailed policy briefings on what changes are required to become a Rewilding Nation, the bedrock of the campaign is an inspirational and compelling feature documentary, which seeks to inform and influence Scotland's forthcoming Natural Environment Bill.
Why NOT Scotland? explores how attitudes towards wild nature are changing across mainland Europe. In many places, vast forests and wetlands are being restored, rivers set free from centuries of human constraint and large carnivores like lynx and wolves are returning to areas where they’ve not been seen in generations. And as nature returns to Europe’s landscapes, so too do people, drawn to new opportunities in a diverse nature-based economy.
If rewilding can happen at scale in Europe, then Why NOT Scotland?
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Roger H. Norton
July 25, 1941 ~ August 5, 2023 (age 82) 82 Years Old
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Roger H. Norton 82 of Thomaston, formerly of Terryville, died peacefully on August 5, 2023. Roger was the son of the late Herbert and Mary (Wothman) Norton of Terryville, husband of 59 years to Barbara (Puzacke) Norton, father to Kevin R. Norton, daughter-in-law Carolyn Norton, and proud and loving grandfather to Cameron and Colby Norton. Roger also leaves brother in-laws Michael and late Larry Puzacke, nephews Kyle, Charlie, Jordan and Jason and nieces Tara and Meagan.
Roger was a graduate of Terryville High School and attended Central Connecticut State University. He served as a Town of Plymouth Police Officer and Sergeant for 27 years and was a U.S. Postal carrier for 30 years. After retirement, Roger served as a Police Commissioner for the Town of Plymouth and enjoyed being a member of the Torrington Elks and Son's of the American Legion. In the late 60's, Roger initiated a "youth canteen" on Friday nights for local teens at the Terryville Town Hall sponsored by the YMCA.
Roger loved spending time with family, friends and especially adored his grandsons where he could always be seen on the bleachers and sidelines cheering them on and shared in all their accomplishments. He loved spending time outdoors maintaining a perfectly manicured yard, clearing paths from the snow and daily walks in the neighborhood when he chatted with neighbors. Roger always looked forward to annual road trips with his friends and celebrating holidays and birthday with family.
Roger was an avid UConn Huskies basketball fan and cheered on his beloved Red Sox. He will be missed by his family and many friends who loved him so very much. Rogers family would like to thank the staff at Arden Courts and Brighton Hospice of Farmington for providing exceptional care and comfort during his last few months of battling dementia.
Calling hours will be held at Scott Funeral Home, 169 Main St, Terryville on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 9:00am-11:00am, prayer and eulogy service immediately following at the funeral home. Burial at St. Thomas Cemetery, Thomaston. www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com | <urn:uuid:1cb64856-d810-4abd-ad94-92345ba10c9a> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com/obituary/Roger-Norton | 2023-09-24T23:05:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.964211 | 578 |
Posted On: 01/12/2014
By: Scouse Bird
Last year I posted an article called Cheats Guide To A Curly Blow and it’s by far the most popular beauty post I’ve ever done. Over 20,000 of you read it and I still get asked about it even now – Boots and Amazon sold out of the rollers twice from the back of it. God damn it we just love our gorgeous curls! There’s just one problem though, the rollers I talked about are no no longer in production. Nightmare! You can still buy up the dregs of the stock but at £100 a go, they ain’t cheap anymore. I knew I had to find a solution. I’ve checked out offerings from Babyliss, Toni & Guy and Nicky Clarke but then like a knight on a glossy maned horse, out of the clouds of fear and confusion rode Pro Blo. The Pro Blo Curl ME is LITERALLY a DIY curly blow.
“Having 24″ extensions isn’t for the faint hearted. Yes, hair down to your bum looks amazing but it does require that extra bit of effort to keep it looking anywhere half decent.” If you’re anywhere near as lazy as me then having any kind of hair, extensions or no, is a ballache and apart from the few glorious hours after a visit to the hairdressers you spend most of your life looking like a bin (and the way you shovel carbs down your gob you act like a bin too, amirite??!).
“In an ideal world we’d all have a curly blow slave who would be there at our beck and call ready to make us look fabulous whenever we require. However, slavery was abolished some time ago so that’s nothing but a pipe dream and I don’t know about you but I can’t afford a daily trip to the hairdressers. It’s a cruel, cruel world we live in isn’t it ladies?”
Enter ‘Curl ME’ the answer to our prayers and allowing us to keep on looking ‘Printastic’ errrr’day. All you do is blast dry your hair so that it’s just a bit damp then begin to blow dry each section with the Pro Blo brush as you would normally. What makes Pro Blo different is that it comes with 6 detachable ceramic barrels so once you’ve blown the piece of hair and carefully rolled it up – we don’t want horror stories of cutting out hair tangles with scissors – you click a button and release it into your hair allowing the brush and curl to cool down and set gradually. Just like in the hairdressers. Once you’ve finished drying your hair you just carefully unroll them y voila! Curly blow. Use with Tigi ‘Queen for a day’ volumising spray for that extra bounce, also because the name is boss but mainly for that extra bounce. The pictures below are the results I had when using the Curl ME on completely dry hair with a tiny bit of Queen for a day, I’d just washed it the night before I was trying them out. I can’t wait to use it on damp hair.
You can buy add on packages to go with the original Curl ME set so if you feel like 6 barrels just isn’t enough then you can have as many as your heart desires. They come in 3 different sizes (2 of each per pack). The brush and set also come with grips to keep the barrels in place while you’re blow drying the rest of your hair and generally walking round looking like a total babe. I have long hair and i find that 12 barrels is more than enough but if you’ve got 3 packs of extensions in you may need more >_ | <urn:uuid:2ac50591-c9ed-455f-b9cf-d22986733a54> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.scousebirdproblems.com/beauty/cheats-guide-to-a-curly-blow-2014/ | 2023-09-24T23:54:35Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.947062 | 822 |
Ali Donnelly reflects on an epic World Cup win for New Zealand
When the dust settles and the memories of one of the most entertaining World Cup finals ever fades, only one fact will stick– New Zealand are world champions again.
England’s 30 match win streak in the lead up to this match was historic and the team deserves to be considered one of the best ever, but it will be scant consolation to them in the weeks and months ahead that when it counted most, they couldn’t get over the line.
As I wrote several times previewing this competition, the story of this World Cup was always going to be about whether New Zealand could catch up with England and France after their dire showing against those teams last year, this time with arguably the world’s best coach Wayne Smith at the helm.
The team that played throughout this competition was similar enough to the team that lost heavily in Europe last year, to confidently assert that Smith has been the catalyst for the transformation of a team beyond recognition – and the fact that he did it just over six months is a reminder of the power of brilliant coaching and brilliant culture, something he and his coaching team have waxed lyrical about over the past six weeks.
New Zealand have always had outstanding players, but last year they looked bereft and directionless, and England, and France too, on the back of years of extra support, more game time and investment, had accelerated beyond them.
The Black Ferns won the World Cup with a new world-class coaching ticket, which encouraged them to play a brand of truly exciting, at times hair-raising rugby.
Never before has a team playing on a world stage played with such a large beam across their faces – a rare and genuinely admirable sight in test match rugby.
The fact that New Zealand barely used the boot to get themselves out of trouble, the fact they offloaded more than anyone else, the fact they had their own fans screaming in despair when they chose quick taps over safer options – all point to a team utterly empowered to stay true to themselves.
This was not a perfect team.
They made mistakes aplenty; their game management was often questionable and their set piece is a work-in-progress but they have reminded everyone that talented players backed to play how they love to play is a winning combination.
True analysis on the game will be done by others today, but watching Stacey Fluhler hobble off the pitch injured before the game was up with a huge smile across her face felt genuinely iconic – a reminder if ever it were needed whatever is at stake, sport is not life or death, and there to be enjoyed.
There are those of us who suggested that the women’s game would be better served by an England win – a reminder to others that investing in your team brings just rewards, but sport doesn’t -play to scripts and seeing how the New Zealand public and media has embraced its Black Ferns means it may well be impossible for any backsliding on recent investment in the game there from New Zealand Rugby.
A Black Ferns team with proper sustainable resources with players that good may be a scary prospect for their rivals, but though this World Cup may have failed to truly catch fire on this side of the world, the impact it will make to New Zealand women’s rugby will be immeasurable.
It’s up to others to keep that pressure on and hold NZR’s feet to the fire – and it’s up to England to make sure that the 2025 World Cup will be better again, with even bigger crowds and more prominent worldwide visibility.
Next year the women’s game finally gets its long-awaited global competition – the WXV - and never has it been more needed.
It’s true that the semifinals and final of the World Cup were magnificent, but it’s also true that there remains a chasm between the top four teams in the world and the rest – more game time will help that, but so too will more investment from brands, broadcast and unions themselves where they can afford it.
This World Cup has put the women’s game a few rungs up a ladder towards true mainstream popularity, the next few years must help it climb toward the top.
Earlier in the afternoon France blew away Canada to take third place for the sixth time.
Tries from Madoussou Fall, player of the match Pauline Bourdon and Marine Menager, supplemented by the boot of Caroline Drouin, put France 22-0 up at the break. The French dominance continued in the second half as prop Annaelle Deshaye crossed early before Menager dotted down France’s fifth to seal a resounding victory in which Drouin kicked 11 points.
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Cycling and Walking Network Consultation
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) have opened up public consultation on Cycling and Walking infrastructure developments across the region.
We want to ensure that local people are aware of the plans for infrastructure changes and that you have a chance share your opinion on how this may affect you locally. Public comments are being collated online with the aid of a visual mapping tool that enables users to leave comments.
The online consultation can be found via the following link: https://www.tfwm.org.uk/development/cycling/cycling-and-walking-network/
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Traveling requires planning. Without proper planning the whole trip can get muddled up. But most of the people gets confused what are the important aspects that they need to remember while planning a trip with their friends or family and even when they are alone. Louis Habash, one of the most prolific writers who specialize in travel writing, advice people to try to make their plans impeccable so that they do not face any issues in the whole trip. He points out one of the major part of planning that people tend to ignore is packing. Packing is equally important that can shape the whole trip. Precise packing can make a trip memorable while forgetting to include important things can make a person feel miserable in the middle of the trip.
Every prospective traveler should remember the following while they are planning their trip.
Security and keeping details safe: Passport, tickets and other needful authorizations should be kept safe. All these detailed should be scanned and the soft copies should be kept secured in the mail address or virtual drive from which it is easily accessible. Accordingly, it is also necessary to have all the important contact addresses and phone numbers whom the traveler can contact in case of emergency.
Valuables should be split: A person when traveling carry lot of valuables with them. It includes money in form of cash, debit and credit cards, checks and other belongings. It is important to keep all these valuables in separate bags or pockets. In case of robbery or if any valuable gets lost, the traveler wont be strapped of cash.
Medicines: In every trip, be it a very short one, medicines should be carried. A small first aid box with all the essentials must be kept with the bag. If any person within the group is ill or diabetic, then the necessary medicines should be carried.
Packing of clothes: Packaging clothes is an important task that often seems to be arduous for people. But every person should pack the necessary clothes according to the weather and climate of the particular traveling destination. When traveling in a group, people can share clothing which will help to reduce the load of their bags.
Essentials: Along with clothing, it is important to take torches, different set of shoes, dry food, toiletries and other essentials. They form the important part in the baggage when a person is going for a trip. Apart from it, every traveler must regularly contact with the guides and travel planners of the location. They can suggest more tips that would be necessary in the journey.
Every person whether they are going for a trip alone or with friends and family must remember these tips which are essential to make the traveling a memorable one. Louis Habash, who have spent years in traveling shares his experience through magazines and online platforms. He also states accurate planning and packing forms and integral part of every trip and hence it should be done meticulously. If the prospective travelers need more information, they can read his blogs. | <urn:uuid:c82d0b74-709f-4829-a6e1-0e57cede2a98> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.seaanddesert.com/things-to-remember-while-planning-a-trip.html | 2023-09-24T22:48:57Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.958587 | 594 |
White Stripe Maroon Clownfish are often pugnacious and may re-aquascape your tank for you. They are the largest of the clownfish and are known for spawning in the home aquarium.
Do not mix this species with any other clownfish as they will likely harass and even kill other clownfish.
Clownfish are often admired when seen hosting in an anemone. Clownfish and Anemones do not need each other in order to survive or live happily. Because Anemones require intense lighting and a very stable environment in a well established reef aquarium, it is often better to choose host that requires lesser maintenance for the clownfish.
Diet: Clownfish will accept just about any type of marine based diet you offer them. Feed a varied diet including frozen mysis shrimp, raw shrimp, silversides, flake, pellet and other commercially prepared foods. If hosting in an anemone or coral, the clownfish may take food back to its host and feed it. | <urn:uuid:c330c6a9-cf6f-4845-9d8f-53a8ad65cc66> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.seahorseaquariums.com/Maroon-Clown/419 | 2023-09-25T00:41:31Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.957395 | 208 |
Bothell-based hybrid-electric airplane startup Zunum, which ran out of cash and collapsed in July 2019, has filed suit against former investment partner Boeing.
The lawsuit filed in King County Superior Court alleges that Boeing “employed a targeted and coordinated campaign to gain access to proprietary information, intellectual property, and trade secrets” and then used its dominance in aerospace and its influence with suppliers “to execute on a strategy to delay and then foreclose” Zunum’s operation.
Zunum’s suit names Boeing’s venture capital unit, Horizon X, as well as French engine supplier Safran as co-defendants, and asks for compensatory and punitive damages. Boeing declined to comment on the lawsuit.
Led by former Google and Microsoft senior executive Ashish Kumar, Zunum proposed building a family of small hybrid-electric planes with mostly composite airframes and Tesla-style batteries in the wings.
These were to be mass produced for use as air taxis or as commuter planes for business people on high-traffic, short-hop routes such as Silicon Valley to Los Angeles.
In 2017, Boeing Horizon X, along with New York-based airline JetBlue, agreed to invest in Zunum, instantly bolstering the startup’s credibility.
In June 2017, the state of Washington’s Clean Energy Fund kicked in an additional $800,000 in a research-and-development grant. (On Tuesday, after initial publication, a Zunum spokesperson said that, because the company’s development work was disrupted, it drew on less than a quarter of that grant.)
Last year, the company ceased operations, laid off almost all its staff, and closed its Bothell office, while creditors seized its equipment at a plant in Illinois where it was developing its electric motor.
Though Zunum seems to exist now only on paper, a spokesperson, while declining an interview, promised Monday to “be in touch with future updates on the company’s progress.”
The lawsuit alleges that Boeing repeatedly reneged on promises of funding and dissuaded other investors from putting in money, while it simultaneously used its position on Zunum’s board to extract proprietary secrets.
“Boeing saw an innovative venture, with a dramatically improved path to the future, and presented itself as interested in investing and partnering with Zunum,” the lawsuit states. “Instead, Boeing stole Zunum’s technology and intentionally hobbled the upstart entrant in order to maintain its dominant position in commercial aviation by stifling competition.”
Starting with a nine-seat model, Zunum planned to scale up to a 48-seat aircraft with a 1,000-mile range by 2027, and even larger versions later. The lawsuit claims these larger models posed a threat to the market for Boeing’s smallest single-aisle jets.
Zunum alleges that Boeing copied “the plans, designs and technologies” it had disclosed to Boeing as an investor and as an observer on the startup’s board.
After obtaining this proprietary information, the suit alleges, “Boeing approached Safran, to provide a hybrid-electric propulsion system for a different aircraft design,” which it states was designated the Boeing Hybrid Electric 11. | <urn:uuid:06b143b8-8de5-44d9-8a9f-4ef9bf332317> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.seattletimes.com/business/boeing-aerospace/collapsed-hybrid-electric-planemaker-zunum-sues-former-partner-boeing-alleging-misuse-of-trade-secrets/ | 2023-09-24T22:47:13Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.959627 | 691 |
Happy Birthday, Seeed! We’ll have a 2-day celebration of Seeed’s 5th anniversary on August 29
Last week we highlighted the revamped robotics kits from Makeblock. From now until the beginning
The New Product Post this week is short and sweet. We take a look at
Do you remember the last time you designed a board? Was it a hassle sourcing
“The NFC Ring can be used to unlock doors, mobile phones, transfer information and link
Seeed is honored to be a Marquee sponsor of Open Hardware Summit 2013. The Open Hardware
Here at Seeed Studio, we keep providing a lot of cool gadgets to the community. | <urn:uuid:16efdd36-a38a-460a-950b-6e39bac1eb10> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.seeedstudio.com/blog/2013/08/ | 2023-09-24T23:39:32Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.874433 | 139 |
Select Health and Wellness works with many sciatica patients here in our Fleming Island office, and quite a few of these patients were worried that they might need surgery to alleviate their pain. The latest research indicates that a large number of people don't require surgery for this prevalent issue, and that chiropractic is more beneficial at clearing up sciatic nerve pain.
A typical surgery for sciatica is microdiscectomy, and in a 2010 study, specialists looked at 80 women and men with sciatica who were referred for this operation.
Forty patients were then randomly sorted into one of two groups. The first group received surgical microdiscectomy and the second group was given chiropractic care.
Both groups improved; however, no obvious difference in results was reported one year post-treatment between the surgery group and the chiropractic group. Furthermore, around sixty percent of the participating patients who could not find relief from any other treatment approach "benefited from spinal manipulation to the same degree as if they underwent surgical intervention."
Simply put, chiropractic provided the same positive advantages as surgery without needing to endure the higher amounts of surgery-based pain or suffer through extended recovery times often associated with that particular treatment option. Plus, you also don't run the risks linked to surgical microdiscectomy, including nerve root damage, bowel or bladder incontinence, bleeding, or infection.
Surgery ought to be the last resort for sciatica pain. If you live in Fleming Island and you're being affected by back pain or sciatica, give Select Health and Wellness a call today at (904) 425-9060. We'll help pinpoint the start of your pain and work hard to get you relief. | <urn:uuid:53f9253b-4000-4972-b28c-b93d885e92ae> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.selecthealthandwellness.com/blog/sciatica-treatment-chiropractic | 2023-09-24T22:52:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.964774 | 360 |
The special session began almost six weeks ago. We are finally getting down to the heart of the matter as budget discussions ramp up.
We are operating without a joint operating agreement, a procedural resolution, between the House and the Senate. The agreements stipulate the rules and parameters to govern conduct. The Senate is meeting a few days a week in person, and the House is meeting remotely for committee meetings and floor sessions. So the session goes on.
There is good news on the budget. While Virginia is still facing a recessionary economy due to the pandemic, some revenues are increasing thus giving us some flexibility. We still must make dramatic reductions in spending this year, but I have been working hard on my priorities.
Primary and secondary education remains our top priority. Even during these challenging times, we have to make sure that we invest in the future. Many people are worried that the loss in enrollment, or the average daily membership, will reduce school funding. We are aware of this factor. Funding for this school year is based on the average daily membership as of this past winter. We are not going to reduce that level of funding. We will address this issue more fully in the regular session of 2021.
You will recall that $135 million in new spending for mental health was put on hold because of the pandemic. After so many years of consistent increases in funding in recent years, I was frustrated that we might lose momentum at the same time access to mental health services is even more critical. One of the primary goals was to fully fund STEP-VA, a plan to ensure a breadth of community services is available to every Virginian regardless of where they live. People should be able to access the services they need when they need them.
While we cannot restore everything, the Senate budget includes funding for discharge planning, crisis services, permanent supportive housing, and pilot programs to reduce the census at our state hospitals. The bed crisis at our state hospitals has worsened during the pandemic. Cases of COVID-19 among patients and staff members has made the critical shortage of beds even more acute. Sometimes when beds are available, the existence of the virus has shut down the hospital. There are people languishing in emergency rooms without proper treatment, and we must address this urgent situation.
Other priorities, such as additional money for STEP-VA and increased provider rates, are contingent upon improved revenues. We still have so much more to do, but I am thankful the Senate has restored some of the mental health dollars.
The Senate’s budget will also include some other local priorities in the 25th District. Funding for Green Pastures, also known as the Longdale Recreation Area in Alleghany County was restored. Green Pastures is important for many reasons. First, it wasn’t that long ago that our state park system was segregated. The Green Pastures Park was developed in a section of national forest in Alleghany County for African-American residents. Once our park system became integrated in the 1960s, the use of Green Pastures declined and now is in need of work. Thankfully over the years many residents from the eastern end of Alleghany County have worked hard to maintain the property, which is still meaningful to families who grew up in the area. Restoring the property is also important in terms of racial justice. If the budget amendments are agreed to by the House and signed by the Governor, the funding will incorporate Green Pastures into our state park system and keep the area open and accessible to the public.
The other park-related project I have been working on relates to Natural Bridge. This state park has an incredible amount of potential to be a gateway to the entire State Park system given its location and amount of retail space. Since Natural Bridge has been added to our park system, it has been more accessible and generated more visits. The Park only has two full-time employees, which is insufficient to ensure the long-term success of the Park. I introduced budget amendments during the 2020 Session to provide three additional staff members. The Senate budget during this special session will also include the funding for the Park.
I am hopeful these amendments will be agreed to by the House of Delegates. This is a step in the right direction. There are so many needs, and we are committed to doing the best we can with the resources that are available to us.
Virginia has seen over 146,000 cases of COVID, and over 3000 Virginians have lost their lives to this virus. Several legislators from both sides of the aisle have been sick and recovered. I wish a speedy recovery to Governor Northam and the First Lady of Virginia, Pam Northam.
It continues to be my honor to serve in the Senate of Virginia. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to me at email@example.com. | <urn:uuid:e9885495-6ada-48fc-9b7f-859bb8c7fa99> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.senatordeeds.com/virginia-general-assembly-2020/special-session-six-weeks-in | 2023-09-24T23:36:53Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.973535 | 989 |
Verification of product color is a constant challenge for many industries. This is why Balluff has launched its BFS 33M true color sensor with IO-Link to provide a solution to this challenge. This sensor is able to detect the smallest nuances or shade differences while disregarding surface textures.
“As technology has progressed, true color sensors have been developed that not only can compare colors, but measure them more accurately than the human eye,” shares Jack Moermond, Balluff Photoelectric Product Marketing Manager. “Balluff’s true color sensors use white LEDs to provide a greater color spectrum evaluation. Combine this with the CIELAB Lab color space, which is one of the most versatile color systems, and the result is a color sensor that meets or exceeds the human eye.” Lab color space includes all possible colors, exceeding the range of the RGB color model.
Due to the technology, a true color sensor can check only a small spot of color, but it can check this spot amazingly fast—up to 1.5 kHz with a range of 400 mm. Unlike a color sensor camera, which will focus on the object’s surface pattern and might cause false readings, the true color sensor will ignore patterns, thus providing more accurate color detection.
Key features and benefits include the following:
- Flexibility through configuration and parameterization with IO-Link
- Configure and store up to 256 true color programs
- Fiber optic-based, with sensing ranges up to 400mm
- True color sensor that exceeds the performance of RGB sensors
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Guernsey Post has marked the occasion of The Queen’s 95th birthday with commemorative stamps depicting various aspects of Her Majesty’s life. The stamps were issued on 21 April, The Queen’s actual birthday, when she became the first British monarch to reach the age of 95.
Bridget Yabsley, head of philatelic at Guernsey Post said: – “Our commemorative stamps are based on the theme ‘Devoted to your Service,’ which look back over Her Majesty’s life and dedication to service; from her early years as a young Princess to becoming the longest reigning monarch in British history, and a much loved and admired figure around the world.”
Devoted to your Service is a collaboration between 11 postal administrations, which sees four Crown Dependencies – Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man and Gibraltar – become part of a co-ordinated collection undertaken by Creative Direction (Worldwide) Ltd, which manages the stamp design and print programme for seven overseas territories: the Falkland Islands, British Virgin Islands, British Antarctic Territory, Ascension Island, The Bahamas, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, and Tristian da Cunha.
Guernsey and the other Crown Dependencies and overseas territories have produced commemorative stamps bearing the same titles, comprising Princess, Coronation, Marriage, Leisure, Pageantry and Royal Duty, although each feature different images of Her Majesty on these themes.
Guernsey Post’s stamp entitled Princess, depicting a ten-year-old Princess Elizabeth and her corgi Dookie, is one of 11 stamps to feature on a joint sheetlet.
The stamps and related products are available to order at www.guernseystamps.com or by calling Philatelic Customer Services on +44 (0) 1481 716486. | <urn:uuid:268a4b50-f96d-4df4-8338-6f4acbd248a3> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.sepacstamps.eu/guernsey-stamps-mark-the-queens-historic-birthday/ | 2023-09-25T00:01:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.941254 | 385 |
Flooding in a Commercial Building
Trust SERVPRO of Blackwood / Gloucester Township to Get Your Business Open After Flooding
A water loss in a commercial building cannot wait for clean up. Fortunately, SERVPRO of Blackwood / Gloucester Township has the equipment, training and experience to eliminate the effects of any plumbing failure and keep the doors open.
Commercial carpets are typically much easier to dry that residential carpet as they do not have a pad underneath and rest on a concrete floor. Also the service areas tend to be larger and more accessible. These factors make drying less complicated than a residential water loss. Although each case is unique, the typical process is as follows...
SERVPRO of Blackwood / Gloucester Township technicians use extraction wands to remove water from the floor. Depending on the size of the area, we use either hand-held wands, similar to wet/dry vacuum found in most home workshops or a much larger device a team member stands on to drive across the room. We can extract several large rooms in just a matter of hours.
Technicians then set up dehumidifiers to remove moisture from the air. They also strategically place units to draw out water absorbed into the walls.
To aid the dehumidifiers, we set up fans to draw in warm, dry air replacing the cold, damp air. To dry the structure, technicians install air movers which blow heated air into walls and ceilings to expedite drying.
Flooding does not mean shutting down a business for weeks or even days. SERVPRO of Blackwood / Gloucester Township can help you reopen your doors quickly. If you need our services, call today at 856-227-7800. | <urn:uuid:b580834c-6bd1-43e4-8667-868e99acb3e3> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.servproblackwoodgloucestertownship.com/blog/post/68692/commercial/flooding-in-a-commercial-building | 2023-09-25T00:06:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.931074 | 359 |
Empowering businesses to unlock the business value of their data
In the information age, data is an increasingly valuable asset. It forms the basis of insights that drive efficiencies and create new opportunities. Like most assets, however, data is unevenly distributed: some organisations are data rich, others are data poor. The exchange and monetisation of data assets, therefore, is essential for unlocking their full value. Thus, marketplaces for data can be considered critical infrastructure for the data economy. Unfortunately, technological hurdles have thus far severely limited the growth of data marketplaces, which has in turn stifled the data economy – to everyone’s detriment.
The challenges relate to the need to uphold privacy and security, and the difficulty of providing frictionless monetisation of data assets. When it comes to privacy and security, legacy data marketplace owners either custody data assets themselves before passing them on to buyers, or they rely on third-party cloud infrastructure to facilitate the exchange of data. In both cases, the use of intermediaries represents a privacy/security risk that is unacceptable for many organisations. As for monetisation, the problem is similar. The reliance on intermediaries creates frictions that stifle growth.
Databroker, together with SettleMint, explored the opportunities offered by blockchain technology to build data marketplace infrastructure that, by solving the pain-points in the status quo, empowers businesses to unlock the value of their data assets and unleashes growth in the data economy.
The next generation data marketplace
Using the SettleMint platform, Databroker built a smart contract solution to automate processes associated with data exchange and monetisation.
Peer-to-peer data exchange
Data providers on the marketplace install a piece of software called the Data eXchange Controller (DXC). The DXC enables data providers to securely send any data type through any data source format including files, data streams, and API flows.
Peer-to-peer automated monetisation
Smart contracts act as escrow and enforce a warranty agreement, ensuring data assets are safely and conveniently monetised.
Databroker provides decentralized data sharing functions
By automating the key data exchange and monetisation processes and providing the infrastructure for these processes to be conducted on a peer-to-peer basis, Databroker solves the pain points preventing the growth of data marketplaces.
Providing access to the data needed to drive the fourth industrial revolution
Databroker.global is a hub where organisations can find the data they need to drive valuable insights. Data sets are organised into “data communities” ranging from geographics to energy, agriculture, energy, transport, supply chain, and more. A growing number of Data Providers are utilising the hub to showcase and monetise their data assets, while buyers are finding the data they need to increase operational efficiencies, bring value add, and unlock new markets. Examples include:
Air quality and traffic flow monitoring in tunnels. These data are being used towards applications such as infrastructure development, traffic optimisation, real estate development, and more.
Satellite imagery geospatial data. These data are driving insight in precision agriculture, disaster management, insurance, media, and more.
Geographic distribution of Covid-19 cases worldwide. These data enable the timely detection and assessment of emerging threats to human health from communicable diseases, as well as the effectiveness of preventive measures.
Gig economy companies and their workers. These data empower policy makers to craft optimal regulations, investors to identify growth sectors, and gig platforms to improve their market share.
Interested buyers can browse the marketplace or consult with a DataMatch Advisor for more specific data needs.
Custom data marketplaces for any vertical
SettleMint has provided the underlying blockchain technology to the Databroker marketplace, solving the following pain points:
- Removing intermediaries: the data is shared directly between the parties by applying secured and peer-to-peer data exchange techniques
- Providing trust: data sharing agreements are enforced by the ledger, with a data delivery warranty period
- Keeping control of your data: data providers can decide if they share their data publicly or privately.
Using Databroker technology, new marketplaces for data are emerging in a variety of verticals, from chemical safety study data to smart city data portals. Contact Databroker for information on setting up your own marketplace. | <urn:uuid:89317566-1ba2-4687-8c47-ab28cb88220e> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.settlemint.com/databroker-brings-data-marketplace-infrastructure-to-the-data-economy | 2023-09-25T00:05:08Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.911713 | 902 |
One on one consult for your Wedding flowers
2.5 hour intensive, on how to DIY your wedding flowers or those of a loved one. Bring your questions and containers. Plan to schedule these weeks ahead of the wedding. June-August. Limited to 2 designers from the same wedding in our small studio space. Susan will show you how to quickly make beautiful arrangements using our flowers.
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When it was ascertained by the Deputy’s men that the dead man on the hillside was a wanted criminal, Hitoshi the papermaker’s apprentice was declared a hero.
Shuzo, whose life Hitoshi had saved, just wanted to know where he had learnt to fight like that.
But first, Shuzo had a performance to give.
“Will you tell this story when you go back to Edo?” asked the village headman’s youngest son, ignoring the way his older brother shushed him.
“Perhaps I will,” said Shuzo, smiling down at him. The boy had been fascinated by Shuzo ever since the first evening that the villagers had gathered at the grounds of the temple to hear Shuzo perform rakugo. A bit too fascinated, perhaps; enough that his father had sent the boy’s brother along as well now, to prevent his son from being whisked away by this unsavoury entertainer.
“‘The Accidental Killing’ has quite a nice ring to it, don’t you think?”
Colin Cox was, for all intents and purposes, an average college student. He woke in the mornings after nights of partying, head dull and aching, and dragged himself through his day. In classes, he paid little attention and spent more time drawing in the margins of his notebook, until he chimed back in for some bit of information he supposed might actually make it onto the midterm. He dated, though sparingly–pretty girls with long hair and high-waisted shorts, now that it was finally starting to get warm outside. He was, whether out with the people he called friends or bent over textbooks in the library, an everyman.
This was, for the most part, a very cheaply constructed persona. He strove for it, but it was a thin veneer over a past and current life that he made a special point to avoid discussing–it had lost him friends and girlfriends and scholarships alike. It made his girlfriends, who didn’t press too hard, think he was dark and mysterious; it made his friends, who hung around long enough, think he was reckless and wild. Really, all it was was a clever means by which he avoided scrutinization and pity, and ultimately terror.
At a young age, Colin learned all about hiding. His parents were the kind of parents who tried to dissuade you from hiding–there was no reason, you should be proud of being so unique and different, and anyway, they would love you no matter what, and that’s all that should matter! But the world, he learned, was not his parents. The world did not care about being unique and different, unless it was to the benefit of others; the world did not care how much pain it put someone through; the world, and the other children in it, didn’t care about suffering and sadness. And so, despite the doctors and the administrators and the agencies and the constant check-ins from case supervisors mandated by a federal court order that governed Colin and all people like him, he learned that simply being Colin–not unique or individual, and especially not strange or special–was the best for everyone involved, that keeping his head down and his voice low and his test scores mediocre was the best way to slip through the world unnoticed and unimportant.
He didn’t look that heavy, but Taiye had been doing this for long enough to know one of the secrets of the universe, which was that a man doubled in mass as dead weight. He was alive dead weight, though, because the posting had been clear: back in a body bag was only worth a tenth as much as returned still breathing. Drunk and angry, he sputtered and thrashed as Taiye tossed him into the cell, but he might as well have been lashing out with noodles for all the strength he could summon. Taiye tapped the code on the outside wall and the force field shimmered, locking his bounty in. As attempts at evading capture went, Dr. Conall’s had been one of the more frantic and ineffectual ones Taiye had ever witnessed. Of all the bruises and scrapes the man in the cell would be feeling tomorrow, most had been self-inflicted.
The ship began to hum as the engines fired up, a low murmur that had become so familiar to him, Taiye only really noticed it when it was gone. A few seconds later, Taiye felt his stomach sway as the ship switched over from the planet’s gravity to its own. He was glad for this a second later when Conall doubled over and threw up.
Taiye made a face. “Facilities behind the blue panel,” he said, pointing over toward the wall nearest Conall’s hand. Already the environmental nanites would be swarming toward the biowaste, so as long as Conall didn’t roll around in it, he’d be fine for the four days it’d take them to reach the nearest waystation. “Need anything, shout. It’s a small ship.”
Conall rolled on his back — away from the sick, so at least his luck was holding somewhat — and folded his hands across his stomach. “Water,” he said, his voice a rasp.
“Water behind the blue panel too.” Taiye pointed again, just in case Conall had missed it the first time. “No shower, though.”
The room’s one interior door hissed open and Kehinde walked in, twisting her hair away from her neck and stabbing it through with a screwdriver to keep it in place. “Seventh in line,” she said to Taiye; she could have told him that from the pilot’s chair, certainly, but the ship’s autopilot could just as easily handle waiting in the departure queue, and she liked to keep an eye on things as much as he did. One long curl had escaped her earlier efforts at taming, and he gave it a little tug, a silent congratulation on a job well done.
When she didn’t respond, though, Taiye let his gaze follow hers, all the way back to Conall. He was still sprawled on the floor and looked green enough that he might empty his stomach again at any moment, but his light brown eyes were wide circles, binary moons in the sick-pale sky of his face. “I know you,” he said, looking from one of them to the other and back again.
“Sure you do,” said Kehinde, though the bluster in her words didn’t match the worry behind her eyes. “So at least you can tell your friends in prison you got caught by the best.”
But Conall shook his head with an eerie, spooked slowness. “3093-α and 3093-β. It’s you, isn’t it?”
It was a testimony to everything about their shared professionalism, toughness, and uncrackable poker faces that neither Taiye nor Kehinde so much as flinched. It was a damningly long minute, however, before either of them managed to speak again. “That doesn’t mean anything to us,” Kehinde lied, turning on her heel. “Better luck next time.”
It starts after that one battle – the one where they all think the Infernal Multitude is targeting that artist because she’s an old-soul, but it turns out she has one of the Shards as well.
(In fact, Luna’s pretty sure – and Astra agrees – that even the Multitude didn’t realise she had the Shard, making it a case of the world’s worst timing when the wretched thing activates and traps them all in its Broken Reflection just when the Guardians are winning.)
So there they are, all inside the Reflection: three Celestial Guardians, a battered cadre of fiends, and, as it turns out, Kestrel.
“The length of the acclimatization shaft is the same as the length of your penis,” Justin said, and I knew that he was wrong. The length of my flaccid penis was a precise 3.5 inches, and while erect it was 4.5. The tubular shaft he was holding was at least five inches, which rendered his a generous but inaccurate statement.
I told Justin as much.
“No, I’m sure that can’t be right,” he replied, and moved for the measuring tape by his station. “Take off your pants.”
Michel woke in an unfamiliar bed. It was too comfortable to be his own, more akin the furniture in his parent’s estate. The thought prompted a memory – his last memory before unconsciousness – and fear bloomed in his mind like a drop of blood dissipating in water. Michel struggled to sit up.
“Hello, my lord,” said a little voice. Michel looked down. A small automaton – no higher than Michel’s knee – gazed up at him with red eyes. It was not designed like any serving piece with which Michel was familiar. “Hello, my lord,” it said again in a half-note mechanical sing-song, seeking voice recognition.
“Hello,” Michel said with a dry throat.
“There is tea to ease your headache on the table,” the automaton said. “There are clothes for you in the wardrobe. When you are dressed, you are to come with me to meet the Duke.”
Michel now knew where he was. He swallowed with difficulty.
As soon as they hit the floor Joe presses Fist of Justice back, tongue in his mouth, hands on his wrists, just above the gloves. Christ, the gloves. Fist of Justice is gasping, shoving his knee between Joe’s thighs, and after a total of about 0.7 seconds he yanks his wrist free so he can pull at Joe’s zipper, which rips. Well. That’s another pair down. At this point Joe’s pretty sure he’s singlehandedly keeping JoS. A. Bank in business. “I want,” Fist of Justice is gasping, rolling Joe over onto his back; he drags Joe’s boxers down around his ankles and then rolls him over onto his face. Joe can’t do much more than gasp. Fist yanks Joe up onto his knees and spreads him, his gloves rough on Joe’s ass.
“Christ,” Joe gasps, as Fist of Justice spits into him, bending down with a groan. Joe blinks, hard; sweat is dripping down his face, rough with plaster dust and gritty in his eyes, and—and Jesus, Jesus Christ, if he’d known that there were good odds he’d end up with superhero tongue up his ass he would’ve started getting captured by psychotic villains ages ago.
Sebastian knew from the moment he threw his lance that it would find its target. He felt it radiating through his bones down from the tips of his fingers as it left his grasp. Even without the blessing that the old crone had placed upon it, he knew its path was true; her spell upon it just made it shimmer as it soared through the air, humming truth before striking hard in its new home: the heart of the Bandit King.
He fell to his knees first, his arms spread wide as though he was shocked, as though he was preparing to throw his arms down in surrender. When his sword and pistol fell from his hands, though, it was because his hands had gone still. The Bandit King would only surrender in death, Sebastian knew, and that was why it had to end like this. When he slumped backward he was held from falling fully prone by the end of the lance where it had passed fully through him. He died that way, pierced to the earth with palms bare and eyes open upwards to whatever gods would take him above.
The bandits that had come with him to battle were already dispersing, cowards now that their King had fallen. Sebastian raised a hand to hold his own retinue back and walked across the space between them, along the line his lance had sailed through the air. He stopped in front of the Bandit King’s body and laid a hand on the hilt of the lance. He tightened his grip upon the lance for a moment and then released it and turned back to his men.
“Let no one take him from this spot,” he called out, voice echoing loud enough that even the retreating bandits had to hear him. “Let him be covered with vine and leaf, let the elements take him until there is nothing left, and let this lance stay buried in the earth as a reminder to those who would attempt villainy against the barony, to those who would aim to sully the pure and noble,” he closed his eyes and put a hand over his heart, thinking of the princess and how her safety now was assured, “to those who would steal and rob and sow discord and fear among an innocent populace. Let those who would do ill here see what becomes of such: righteousness will finish you, and you will be swallowed up by the land that bore you.”
Silence hung in the air after he spoke, not even the birds willing to sing against him. Sebastian looked at the Bandit King, at how pale his face was now. He took the medal from his chest, the one he bore from when he still served in the Baron’s army, before he’d shown himself a traitor. Sebastian looked at it in his hand, saw it to be old and tarnished. “It could have been different for you,” he said, and shook his head sadly. “It could have been so different.” He held the medal tight in his palm, feeling its proud symbols press into his flesh, and turned on his heel to begin the journey home.
The Bandit King remained, blue eyes staring upward, unblinking forever more.
Robin let out a slow breath and stared at his laptop screen. “Well, that’s that,” he said to his empty apartment.
“…Shit,” he said, some five minutes of staring later, and made himself hit ‘save.’
“Congratulations on another daring rescue,” Ken said, his voice scathing as he refused to turn around from his console to watch Gale stump back into the lab, still smoking gently.
“Thanks!” Gale said, muffled by the polycarbonate faceplate now that Ken has turned the in-suit mic off, still hopped-up on adrenaline from the fight with the… whatever-they-weres. Ken thought they’d had six heads each, or maybe eight, but there had been a lot of them in kind of a clump it had been hard to see after everybody had figured out they could fly and the news helicopters had gotten the hell out of the way. Time to stop procrastinating on upgrading the external on-suit cameras. Ken tapped away at his console for another few moments, annoyed enough to make Gale wait as he went over the last bits of news footage, annoyed all over again as the marquee “SPACEMAN SAVES THE DAY AGAIN” scrolled along the bottom of the screen under a reporter. He still owed Gale payback for getting caught by a journalist and deciding to name the armor something as stupid as that, even if the attacks that had started around seven months ago did appear to be aliens, and even if the domed helmet did maybe sort of make it look like a spaceship. Ken took another few breaths before the sound of Gale’s trying to bounce on his toes still in the suit with three busted rotors in one of his calves ground down on his nerves sufficiently to force him to turn around and actually survey the damage.
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So, this evening I went to my cousin's daughter's orchestra concert, and she's in the mid-tier orchestra (7th and 8th graders). And, you know, bully for them. They played a few songs as well as you'd expect a Middle School mid-tier orchestra to play. They played a song called "Stonehenge" that is reportedly not part of the Conan movie soundtrack, but so help me... I was waiting for the kids to crush their enemies, to drive them before you and to hear the lamentations of the women.
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So, as you may know, Corpsman Dug, Jamie's brother, is part of Team Swizzlebeef, a Riff-Trax internet sensation!
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Well, friends, I wrote a gag or two that appears on the video. I won't tell you which ones, because, frankly, I only remembered one of them. Booze and time have washed away the rest. Twitter-Pal JenniferSF also contributed some gags. Which makes me want to tell Dug: Drop Fennelly. He's dead weight. Hire ME.
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There's a Twitter Campaign for a Lois Lane comic series
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Of course, the book can only be as good as the writer, but DC has a pretty good stable, and I imagine some of those folks would love to write a book that's not strictly about weirdos in capes fighting in space.
Chris Roberson, local Austin-guy, is taking over Superman comics in the near future
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The Basics of Bareboat Chartering
First things first. What exactly is a bareboat charter?
As the name might suggest, with a bareboat charter the boat is ‘bare’ and comes without any crew or provisions. In this case, the boat owner does not provide those essential elements. The clients themselves must make the necessary arrangements before setting off.
Am I Qualified For A Bareboat Charter?
The truth of the matter is this: Most destinations do not require a bareboat charter certificate. The responsibility lies with the charter company in deciding whether their clients can handle the chosen vessel. It is also essential that the clients provide honest, accurate information about their experience and confidence levels in taking to the seas.
Here at Simpson Yacht Charter, we have yachts of many shapes and sizes, harboured all around the globe. While local customs and requirements may differ, our policy remains consistent. We will only allow clients to undertake a bareboat charter once we are satisfied that their level of experience is commensurate with the vessel and its capabilities.
We always offer to provide a skipper. This takes the burden of responsibility away from you. Allowing you to fully enjoy the relaxing nature of your trip. Immersed in the splendour of one of our incredible crafts.
The most important thing when chartering a boat or ship is safety. Sailing is one of the safest, most pleasurable activities you can engage in. But it does have inherent risks and we must mitigate those.
We need to know that you have experience in sailing a similar-sized craft to the one you wish to charter from us. It is also extremely helpful to have at least one other person on board with similar experience.
The question should not be, ‘Are you qualified to charter a bare boat?’ But rather, ‘Are you experienced enough to handle the vessel you have chosen?’
Our amazing team will guide you through this process every step of the way and help you to answer that question.
When you choose Simpson Yacht Charter as your partner, you can expect nothing less than the most professional, highest-quality service. Our goal is to provide you with the experience of a lifetime.
• Bare boat yacht charters
• Fully crewed yacht charters
• A huge fleet of incredible, well-maintained vessels to suit any occasion and budget
• Inspirational itineraries and travel recommendations
• Unrivalled client service and attention to detail
There’s genuinely nothing quite like the feeling of freedom and relaxation that chartering a yacht can provide. Whether you choose to bareboat charter or have us provide the services of our exceptionally well-trained, experienced staff is for you to decide.
But you are not alone in that process. Our team is standing by to answer any queries you might have. Offer guidance and provide all the details you need to make your decision. Are you qualified to charter a bare boat? We will help you to find out.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or comments about bareboat chartering, or any other aspect of Simpson Yacht Charter and our operations at firstname.lastname@example.org.
We will be only too happy to help you to achieve an experience that so many can only dream of.
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Do not underestimate the importance of your credit reputation — it can affect your chances of getting a loan.
Part of everyday life involves managing your finances. This could range from administering an investment portfolio to clipping coupons.
Yet, very few people take the time to manage a very important part of their financial situation — their credit reputation.
Your credit reputation is basically a report card of your financial health. It looks at how timely or late you’ve been with your payments, the number of credit cards you have and the loans you are servicing.
All these will impact the likelihood of getting a credit approval in any type of loan — real estate loans, car loans, credit cards, installment loans, and so on.
On top of that, a person with a poor credit reputation might pay thousands of dollars more in interest payments and insurance premiums than a person with a good credit reputation.
Determine your credit information
The first step in managing your credit reputation is to ensure that the information in your credit file is accurate.
This involves obtaining a credit report, which is available from Credit Bureau Singapore (CBS). The report entails information of your credit facilities obtained with the banks and financial institutions.
CBS is the only Consumer Credit Bureau in Singapore that has a full-industry upload by all card issuing banks and financial institutions in Singapore.
Today, CBS, which is an associate company of The Association of Banks in Singapore, has 30 member banks and financial institutions.
An additional benefit of obtaining your credit report is spotting identity theft. As this becomes more common, reviewing your credit file on a frequent basis is a must and the best way to prevent or stop identity theft.
There are numerous ways to obtain a credit report. The fastest and easiest way is to simply log into www.creditbureau.com.sg with your SingPass ID and password to purchase your credit report at $6.42 (including GST).
Once you have obtained your credit report, there are two areas within the report to review carefully.
Firstly, check if there are any derogatory items on incorrect payment patterns or credit facilities being uploaded. Next, review the report for any open accounts that do not belong to you. These form part of the determining factor in your credit reputation.
If you do have any incorrect derogatory information that needs to be disputed, do speak with CBS’ Consumer Services team to investigate the matter. The team will raise the issue with the relevant bank and reply within 10 working days.
Once the dispute is resolved, a new credit report with the correct information will be sent to you. Banks who have recently requested for your credit file to process your credit card application will receive it too.
Enhancing credit reputation
In order to improve your chances of obtaining your next loan, be sure that you have kept your credit reputation in check.
Here are some tips which you can adopt to enhance your credit reputation:
Maintain good payment conduct
Payment history is a very important factor in determining your credit score. Since recent history carries more weight than what happened five years ago, getting in the habit of making on-time payments is an incredibly powerful way to improve your credit rating.
Always put some money aside to pay your credit card bill. Put the card away to make sure you don’t spend it on something else before your credit card statement arrives.
When the statement arrives, always pay your balance in full. You don't have to worry about maintaining a balance if your income decreases or other expenses increase.
If unexpected expenses keep you from paying your balance in full, make at least the minimum payment and don’t increase your credit card balance by making more credit card charges.
Limit and monitor the credit facilities you own
Having several credit cards is tempting, but it's easy to accumulate too many credit cards. Several balances and due dates can be confusing, leading you to debt and a damaged credit score.
Start out with just one credit card (or two) instead of 10. With less statements to monitor, you should be able to manage your payments.
Keep a close watch on your credit card spend. Most credit cards allow you to view your account activity online, allowing you to monitor your credit card balance and pay your bill online.
Recovering from bankruptcy proceedings
Bankruptcy is the most catastrophic roadblock to a good credit reputation, far worse than delinquencies, loans or collections. Its impact, however, is dependent on how many defaults you made on your credit before you filed.
But that isn’t the end of the road. Lenders like to see plenty of breathing room between the amount of debt reported on your credit cards and your total credit limits. You can recover from this if you pay off your debt consistently. Over time, your credit rating will improve.
Building a good credit score takes time, so don't try to rush it. Use credit responsibly and a great credit score will follow. If you start out with great credit habits, you won't have the difficult task of repairing your credit score later on.
For more information about your credit score, visit the CBS website, or contact us via the following methods:
- CBS hotline number: 6565 6363
- CBS email address: email@example.com
This article is originally written and contributed by Credit Bureau Singapore.
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During the demands of these “Extra-Ordinary Times”, Work Life and Home Life balance and boundaries often become blurred. And we are getting exhausted. Organization and business landscapes are shifting, and leaders are attempting to identify and embrace creative opportunity which require transformational and transitional change at multiple levels, yet demand ever-higher performance from their workforces, whether remotely or back on site. Good people are trying to comply, yet often fall trapped in the usual method—putting in longer hours.
Longer hours at the office, even though with flexibility for remote and modified home space, simply may not be working. WHY? Because TIME is finite, a limited resource. Even though we find ourselves often saying “I wish there were more hours in a day….to get things done”, there are only 24 hours in a day; yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
However, personal energy is not finite, it is renewable and therefore, with intentional choice, can be in abundance. By encouraging and nurturing simple rituals, we can regularly replenish energy to build physical, emotional, and mental resilience. These rituals include taking brief breaks at specific intervals, expressing appreciation to others, reducing interruptions, and spending more time on activities people do best and enjoy most. Oh, yes, and Leaders should go first. Role model this. Help your employees systematically rejuvenate their personal energy, and everyone wins. They find personal and professional fulfillment, with greater engagement, efficiency, productivity to generate benefits that can go straight to the bottom line.
Tony Schwartz, president and founder of the Energy Project in New York City, and coauthor of The Power of Full Engagement with Catherine McCarthy as Senior Vice President at the Energy Project, recommend these practices for renewing four dimensions of Personal Energy. I call it “ME ManageMEnt” for Self-Care (not selfish care):
• Enhance your sleep by setting an earlier bedtime and reducing alcohol use.
• Reduce stress by engaging in cardiovascular activity at least three times a week and strength training at least once.
• Eat small meals and light snacks every three hours.
• Learn to notice signs of imminent energy flagging, including restlessness, yawning, hunger, and difficulty concentrating.
• Take brief but regular breaks, away from your desk, at 90- to 120-minute intervals throughout the day. Form a daily habit.
• Defuse negative emotions—irritability, impatience, anxiety, insecurity—through deep abdominal breathing.
• Fuel positive emotions in yourself and others by regularly expressing appreciation to others in detailed, specific terms through notes, e-mails, calls, or conversations.
• Shift your Mindset. Look at upsetting situations through new lenses. Adopt a “reverse lens” to ask, “What would the other person in this conflict say, and how might he be right?” Use a “long lens” to ask, “How will I likely view this situation in six months?” Employ a “wide lens” to ask, “How can I grow and learn from this situation?”
• Reduce interruptions by performing high concentration tasks away from phones and e-mail.
• Respond to voice mails and e-mails at designated times during the day.
• Identify every night the most important challenge for the next day. Then make it your priority action when you arrive to work in the morning.
- Then, Practice Positivity and identify 3 GOOD THINGS before you head hits the pillow
• Identify your “sweet spot” activities—those that give you feelings of effectiveness, effortless absorption, and fulfillment. Find ways to do more of these. Delegate appropriately; One executive who hated doing sales reports delegated them to someone who loved that activity.
• Allocate time and energy to what you consider most important. For example, spend the last 20 minutes of your evening commute relaxing, so you can connect with your family once you are “done at the office” especially your home office space.
• Live your core values. For instance, if consideration is important to you but you are perpetually late for meetings, practice intentionally choosing and showing up five minutes early for meetings.
Yes, these are certainly Extra-Ordinary times, so choose to make an Extra shift in your mindfulness around Time Mastery, by managing your Energy to become more productive with your time. Then simply reclaim your Work/Life passion and joy.
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The Constitution Day on 26/11/2019
Department of Commerce, SJCHS, organises seminar on “Constitution Day” on 26th November, 2019. Seminar was conducted by Dr. Rambali R. Maurya, Assistant Professor, SJCHS on Fifth floor of SJCHS Bldg. In the seminar 55 students were present and took benefit of this seminar.
This day is celebrated every year on 26 November in the country. On this special day Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, the creator of the Constitution, is remembered. On 26 November 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India formally adopted the Constitution of India. It came into force on 26 January 1950.
It was declared by the government of India on 19 November 2015 to celebrate 26 November as Constitution Day every year. The announcement was made while laying the foundation stone of Ambedkar’s Statue of Equality Memorial.
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for a few months I have a Canon EOS 450D and am very excited of photography with the DSLR! My Canon HF10 camcorder is since the last holiday in the closet and I have more synonymous as the Panasonic TZ7 had used to shoot. I will continue to keep synonymous.
My reasoning is: when the HF10 acidified in the closet, why not sell well and the 450D and then a 550D Body for purchase. Better DSLR (though more compact than 7D, which is already great, but currently not an issue) and yet full-HD video feature. Will often be on the road with the DSLR and then lug a camcorder still not my thing, so synonymous has not proven workable. Weiss, yes, that one grappled with DSLR-Video more needs than with an uncomplicated HF10. 've Still TZ7 if it takes a while until I get along with the 550D ...
Maybe it's all synonymous another like me, but if I want to sell the HF10, you should do it soon, to achieve even a good price. Is just under a year old. Selling the 450D (good years old) is not a problem anyway.
Would be grateful if you would tell me what you think of my time thinking!
edit: oh yes and I can import the AVCHD clips in iMovie with the TZ7 use the H.264 clips of the 550D in a Project? Should work but actually, as iMovie (8.0.6) yes both probably imported to the Apple Intermediate Codec, right?
Antwort von Mink:
no image stabilizer, no automatic focus, automatic exposure is not a good even worse internal microphone (not Pegelbar) etc. ..
If you are you aware or did before the problems to get a grip on the plan is good .... selling the old stuff and have fun with the 550D .... should still good at the 800 ¬ for both devices get ....
Antwort von beiti:
Will often be on the road with the DSLR and then lug a camcorder still not my thing, so synonymous has not proven workable.
My experience is that simultaneous / timely shooting and shooting goes in the pants. Either one can concentrate on taking pictures or out to shoot, because the focus is quite different: go When shooting it very much around the optimum light and the best technical quality of individual pictures, as you wait synonymous times a few hours on the correct position of the sun, uses the possibility is a long exposure shooting, etc. When it is less about the individual picture as to the entirety of a film, for which one should have a concept in mind, the complex comes at a technical Page add sound, which alone is quite a science.
For fixed running events you have to decide between Stillimage anyway and video, because as every important point comes only once (for example, the Yes-word at a wedding). With scheduled recordings (for example, travel photography / film), although the use of both media would be the timing of her conceivable, but for good results have to be there in two disciplines really well. I know a few people who think they control the mix of media, and then show the example of a trip a few photos as well as one or the other short video. But unfortunately they both move at a very low level of quality. Especially on trips that are not pure photography trips, often lacking even for the best shooting time. The non-photographed fellow passengers feel irritated quickly when you repeatedly break reminder to take photos. For individuals alternately filming synonymous still want to improve the situation not been determined.
In short, I thought of the two cameras simultaneously Dabeihabens find lapses. You should always first consider whether you want to film or photograph, then deliberately take the appropriate equipment and you try to get a good result at home with.
That for shooting a HF10 practical than an EOS is probably no doubt (apart from the depth of field effect that can be seen now so common that it is synonymous desolate again). For documentary shooting I think even a 550D entirely unsuited. But if you have more passion now is taking a picture and you want to focus on yourself, you can sell the HF10, of course.
Antwort von UliW:
Thank you for the detailed comments!
First and foremost, I'm on the 550D sharp, because it is the better DSLR and I've really found that my DSLR photography but more excited than shooting! Is now sometimes the other. Expect synonymous of the 550D is not sooo much, as far as the video feature. Until now I have in many situations (holidays etc.) the possibilities of TZ7 indeed be enough.
My thought was just synonymous Sun about 800 ¬ for the HF10 and get the 450D, as Mink noted so correctly and then to buy about 700 ¬ for the 550D body.
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Loom & Leaf ( all foam).
Zenhaven ( all latex).
Saatva Latex Hybrid ( latex with coils).
Solaire ( a bed with adjustable air chambers). Avacado Vs. Saatva
Saatva HD ( a latex-coil hybrid designed for sleepers who weigh 300 to 500 pounds).
Saatva Youth ( a foam-coil hybrid for kids ages 3 through 12).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3MBUU1VXosWe have not yet done a deep dive into the “natural” claims of Saatva or of other “eco-friendly” brands. However we do understand that the business uses thistle pulp or organic wool as a flame retardant (rather than fiberglass or chemicals) and just natural cotton (instead of synthetic blends) in its covers. As do other online bed mattress companies, Saatva touts such bonus as zoned layers for “ideal spine assistance”; we’re less impressed with those functions and more appreciative of Saatva’s responsive customer service and durable foams and coils. Avacado Vs. Saatvahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sofe1yC0Lcs | <urn:uuid:3b9fad62-e88d-49cb-84e1-70efbc03e76a> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.sleepingdogsproductions.com/avacado-vs-saatva/ | 2023-09-24T23:56:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.875117 | 272 |
A patchwork of neutral prints give our Pixie skirt a chic and timeless look. This flattering silhouette is crafted from luxe stretch silk and showcases front ruching and a scarf hem for a carefree finish. Pair yours with a solid top and mules.
91% Silk, 9% Spandex
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As Co-Chair of the Math and Science Workgroup with my colleague Carole Groom, I had the honor to emcee our STEM Innovation Reception recognizing teachers, providers and students in STEM programs funded by our county. We should be so proud of these innovators who dream big every day! And thank you to the STEM program being promoted by San Mateo County Office of Education and San Mateo County Offices Human Services Agency.
We honored teachers from McKinley Institute of Technology, Buri Buri Elementary, Roy Cloud Elementary, Hoover Elementary School, and Henry Ford Elementary School with Teacher Innovation awards. We also recognized teachers from Summit Preparatory Charter High School, Design Tech High School, South San Francisco High School, and Sequoia Union High School District as the Stanford Ignite Teacher Fellows. These organizations were given the Out of School STEM Program Grant awards: South San Francisco, California, Girl Scouts of Northern California, San Mateo PAL, Citizen Schools and Mid-Peninsula Boys & Girls Club. Congratulations to all! | <urn:uuid:56de068b-0e48-4e3d-adf0-fdebb9eaf007> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://www.smcgov.org/district-4-warren-slocum/news/stem-awards-2019 | 2023-09-25T00:10:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00598.warc.gz | en | 0.947244 | 210 |
Hayden Panettiere’s Parents, Hayden Panettiere is a popular American actress, singer, and model known for her roles in hit TV shows like Heroes and Nashville.
Who are Hayden Panettiere’s Parents?
But, did you know that her parents have fascinating life stories of their own? In this article, we will take a closer look at the lives of Lesley Vogel and Skip Panettiere, the parents of the famous Hollywood star.
Lesley Vogel: The Beautiful Actress and Loving Mother
Lesley Vogel was born on May 17, 1953, in New Jersey, USA. She began her acting career in the early 1970s, appearing in numerous TV shows and movies.
Her most notable role was in the 1978 film “Grease,” where she played the character of Patty Simcox.
Apart from her successful acting career, Lesley is also known for being a loving and devoted mother.
She raised Hayden Panettiere along with her husband, Skip Panettiere, and supported her daughter’s dreams of becoming an actress.
Lesley even appeared on several episodes of the hit TV show “Nashville” alongside Hayden, where they played mother and daughter.
Skip Panettiere: The Former Firefighter Turned Businessman
Skip Panettiere was born on June 28, 1949, in New York, USA. He was a former firefighter before he started his career in the business world.
Skip is the CEO of Skipper Racing, a company that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of boating equipment.
He is also a passionate environmentalist and has been actively involved in several environmental conservation projects.
Skip has been married to Lesley Vogel for more than 30 years and is the father of two children, Jansen and Hayden Panettiere.
He has always been a supportive father and played a crucial role in Hayden’s career as an actress.
In fact, Skip was the one who first introduced Hayden to the world of acting and helped her land her first TV commercial at the age of 11 months.
The Secret to Hayden’s Success
The success of Hayden Panettiere as an actress can be attributed to the love and support of her parents, Lesley Vogel and Skip Panettiere.
They provided her with a stable and loving environment that allowed her to pursue her dreams without any fear or hesitation. Hayden has always been grateful for her parents’ unwavering support and has often mentioned them in her interviews.
Lesley and Skip have always been present in Hayden’s life, whether it’s attending red carpet events or supporting her through her struggles with postpartum depression. Their love and support have been a constant source of strength for Hayden, and she has never shied away from acknowledging their role in her success.
Hayden Panettiere’s parents, Lesley Vogel and Skip Panettiere, are not just ordinary people, but they are extraordinary in their own way.
Their hard work, dedication, and unwavering support have been instrumental in shaping the successful career of their daughter. Their love and support for Hayden have been a constant source of inspiration for many.
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WVU receivers expect depth to be biggest strength | Charleston Gazette-Mail
West Virginia continued to build its reputation a year ago as one of the most dangerous passing teams in college football. Now as the Mountaineers move into the 2018 season, Ka’Raun White has exhausted his eligibility and hopes to join brother Kevin in the NFL. Still, WVU brings back the rest of its nucleus for that aerial success — including starting quarterback Will Grier and Biletnikoff Award finalist David Sills at receiver.
A Big Difference | West Virginia Athletics
There's an old saying in football that big, fast guys are more valuable than little, fast guys. Well, West Virginia is going to be putting a bunch of bigger, faster guys out on the football field at wide receiver this year.
Pettaway's style should play right into WVU offense | WV News
Every spring looms large, according to Martell Pettaway. But this one is gigantic for the junior-to-be, who splashed onto the scene late as a freshman and seemed primed for a breakout sophomore season.
WVU LBs, scholarship numbers and a broken 'Heart' | Charleston Gazette-Mail
Tony Gibson will have his work cut out for him as the Mountaineers continue to face injuries this spring. Read more about the adjustments that Gibson is having to make, and find out more about the future of the Heart of Dallas Bowl that the Mountaineers played in this past season.
2018 Football Season Tickets Now on Sale | West Virginia Athletics
Season tickets for the 2018 WVU football season are now on sale to fans who did not have season tickets in 2017.
Anonymous Big 12 coaches praise Marcus Simms, West Virginia offense | Big 12 Diehards
The West Virginia offense has become one of the most feared and respected in the Big 12 and in the country. Big 12 coaches are already on the lookout for Marcus Simms, as well as Will Grier and David Sills.
Grier doesn’t have siblings’ fame, and he’s OK with that | Sports | The Times WV
Will Grier talks about the new haircut, as well as what it has been like to have famous siblings.
Jevon Carter and Daxter Miles sent their farewell messages to Mountaineer nation via Instagram. Check out what the seniors had to say about their time in Morgantown.
Definitely not the way I wanted to end my college career wish I could've went out differently, but none the less I enjoyed every moment of it. I never took what I had for granted and I played every single game like it was my last. Thank you Mountaineer Nation u guys are unbelievable ur support does not go unnoticed. Thank you Bob Huggins and the rest of the coaching staff for giving a kid from Maywood, Illinois a chance to compete at the highest level of college basketball. Thanks to all of my teammates for their hard work and dedication because being a student athlete isn't easy. Especially doing it at WVU, what we go through most people wouldn't last. West Virginia I will always love you thanks for the second home, u helped turn a boy into a man.✊ ❤️
What can I say! In these past 4 years I have been a part of some of the best experiences any kid could have ever ask for, it’s been a great honor to be able to put huge smiles on my entire family faces, and the entire state of West Virginia also...I’ve gave my blood,sweat & tears and made sure I left it out on the court every single day because nothing was giving to me! I want to thank god and my family and the entire wvu organization for helping me throughout this part of my journey and also for preparing for the next chapter of life and at the next level! I was just a confused young boy from East Baltimore who always was hungry and believed in myself and my family..... always Remember where you come from and NEVER let anybody tell you you can’t be great at something you want to do with your life & remember YOU CAN BEAT THE ODDS ALSO This has been absolutely an AMAZING ride & From the bottom of my heart I want to say thank you to the entire West Virginia University Organization for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to play for you guys and graduate from school with my degree as well✨ you guys turned a boy into a man LOVE ALWAYS & YOURS TRULY❤️ -Daxter Miles Jr
West Virginia women's basketball season ends in NIT semifinal | West Virginia Diehards
The women’s basketball team narrowly lost to Virginia Tech last night in the semifinals of the WNIT, after leading with less than two minutes remaining in the game. The Mountaineers finished their season 25-12 overall.
Mountaineers Travel to No. 7 Texas Tech | West Virginia Athletics
Big 12 Conference play continues for the West Virginia University baseball team with a three-game series at No. 7 Texas Tech, from March 29-31, in Lubbock, Texas.
West Virginia Athletics
Henson fired after 4 seasons as West Virginia wrestling coach | WV MetroNews
West Virginia will not renew the contract of wrestling coach Sammie Henson, athletics director Shane Lyons announced Wednesday.
Around The Big 12
The last time every Big 12 team made the Final Four | Big 12 Diehards
The Mountaineers have had great success in basketball in recent years, but they have yet to make it to the Final Four since joining the Big 12. Check out how long it has been for each Big 12 program since they made it to the Final Four.
Around The NCAA
‘Last Chance U’ standout John Franklin III ran a 4.4-second 40-yard dash after claiming he’d run the draft’s fastest 40 ever | SBNation
It’s difficult to verify reported 40 times, and weather wasn’t great at FAU’s pro day.
NBA mock draft 2018: Luka Doncic goes No. 1 to Grizzlies this time - SBNation
Many Big 12 players are projected to be drafted in the first round on the 2018 NBA Draft. Will Jevon Carter also find his way into the first round?
How Loyola-Chicago became your favorite Final Four team - SBNation
Have you too found yourself rooting for the Ramblers of Loyola-Chicago? You’re not alone. Learn more about Sister Jean’s favorite college basketball team.
TODAY’S FBS TEAM PREVIEW BY BILL C
As always, SB Nation’s Bill Connelly is working his way through every Division I FBS football team, from Georgia State to Alabama. Check out the teams Bill has already previewed by clicking HERE.
The latest San Jose State football rebuild probably needs another year of foundation | SBNation
Brent Brennan’s first season as the Spartans’ head coach saw a youth movement on offense. Now comes one on defense.
What Do the Monster ‘Roseanne’ Ratings Mean for Nostalgia TV? | The Ringer
There are probably many more revival series on the way
The Casual Fan’s Cheat Sheet for the 2018 MLB Season | The Ringer
Only follow your favorite squad? Lost after a strange offseason? Wondering if the Yankees lineup is real or a typo? Here’s one talking point for all 30 teams heading into Opening Day.
An Annotated Version of Donald Glover’s ‘Deadpool’ Script | The Ringer
Presenting a page-by-page dissection of Glover’s meta (and metaphorical) screenplay for the canceled animated FX-Marvel series
Even NBA All-Star Kevin Durant has been checking out WVU commit Jordan McCabe.
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Tripoli's First Mamluke Hammam
Bathhouses, known as hammam, featured prominently in the lives of people in the Muslim world for centuries. Comparable to saunas in Finland today, the public and private hammams of Istanbul, Aleppo, or Baghdad used to fulfil an important role, which was reflected by the number of bathhouses in Oriental cities. There were 57 public baths in Damascus in the twelfth century and 164 in Aleppo in the thirteenth century. This figure doesn’t include private bathhouses, built in the palaces and lavish dwellings of rich families.
Bathhouses are always located near mosques. Hammams are places to clean oneself and relax; they furthermore play an important role as places for meeting others and developing social relations.
Hammam Ezzedine was the first hammam built in Mamluke Tripoli and remained the largest and most important one in the city. According to an article featured on Archnet.org, Ezzedine's bath follows very closely the pattern and arrangement of Syrian baths. For the practical purpose of saving and keeping heat, this bathhouse, like most hammams, is surrounded by buildings and is hardly visible from the outside; as was also then customary, the facade was kept plain.
Though no longer operational, Hammam Ezzedine in the Hadid district, near the Souk el-Nahhassin and the Khan al-Khayyatin is an impressive historical site that occupies a 745 square metre area and that has undergone extensive restoration.
The new entrance takes visitors in from Souk el-Nahhassin (Brass and Copperware Souk). Noteworthy are the stone lintels on one of the porticoes featuring a bas-relief with a Pascal lamb and the Latin inscription “ecce agnus dei” (Lamb of God). The second lintel bears the Latin inscription “SCS Iacobos” (St. James) between two pilgrim seashells.
The structure dates back to the Crusader Period and was built around 1099 and 1267. The Latin inscription referring to St James may signify the presence of a hospice at that time. During the Mameluke period (1267-1517), the building was altered and turned into a hammam that governor Ezzedine Aybak al-Mucilliy commissioned between 1294 and 1298. The Hammam and the contiguous Khan el Khayyatin seem to form one single project – the layout of both monuments is coherent.
At the end of the 19th century, a movement of modernisation of the art of building in the Ottoman Empire affected the hammam. One visible result of this are the floors covered with marble brought all the way from Carrara in Italy.
When it was open to the public, the hammam used to be busy night and day, between 12pm and 4am for women and after 4am until 12pm for men. After having been operational for hundreds of years, the hammam closed its doors in 1975.
Having passed the front entrance, one enters into a large square room with three raised iwans, an octagonal central marbled pool for ablutions referred to as bahra or birket, in the centre, and a high raised dome with a skylight, all typical and necessary elements of the room known as the mashlah, or changing room. There the bather disrobes leaving his/her clothes in the drawers provided, and there also s/he rests after the bath on the couches along the walls of the iwan. This is the only area of the hammam that is free of heat and steam, so whatever furniture is needed has to be kept there. The sandals worn inside the hammam are called qabqabs, special wooden flipflop sandals.
From the mashlah one proceeds to the actual bathing area. In all three areas – cold, warm, and hot – steam and heat must be controlled, so every effort is made to avoid drafts; hence there are no windows in a bath. Light is provided by small glass openings studding the domes, which allow a minimum amount to filter through.
The cold room known as the wastan' barran ("outer central") is the first room of the bath proper and acts as a transition between the cold mashlah and the heated area. The warm room known as the wastani jawwani ("inner central") is the room where beauty treatments take place. This area may consist of one room only or may include several rooms, known as maqsurahs, opening off from it. In the case of the Hammam Ezzedine the central room has two adjoining maqsurahs, which allow families to have their bath in relative privacy. The northern maqsura has a tiled bathtub for the use of rich families. After the bath session, bath users rest on the mastaba.
The hot room known as the juwwani hararah ("inner heat") is where the actual bathing takes place. The clients sit on built-in benches until they perspire, and then they wash. Hammam Ezzedine with its large changing room, single cold room, three warm rooms, and three hot rooms is typical for Syrian hammams of the period.
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Prediction and odds for the game: Fortuna Dusseldorf (6/1) v Dortmund (11/4)
We are backing both teams to score at odds of 7/10
When: Saturday, 13th June 2020, Kick-off 14:30
Where: The Merkur Spiel Arena
On Saturday afternoon, Fortuna Dusseldorf and Dortmund go head-to-head at the Merkur Spiel Arena, in a game that could have big implications on the home side’s chances of survival in the Bundesliga.
The home side are in the midst of the battle to beat the drop this season in the Bundesliga. Uwe Rosler’s team are in the relegation play-off spot, three points from safety and three points ahead of 17th place Werder Bremen. A victory in this clash would be a massive one.
While Fortuna have won just two of their last eight league outings, they have also suffered just one defeat in the run. Too many draws have kept them from moving out of the relegation play-off spot. Last time out, the home side drew 2-2 at home to Hoffenheim in an entertaining contest. The game followed a familiar high scoring pattern of late for Fortuna, as their last four games in the Bundesliga have produced over 2.5 goals.
Rosler’s team has won just once in their previous seven home matches in the German top-flight. However, they are also undefeated in four league matches on home soil, having won one and drawn three of the undefeated matches.
BVB now look like they are fighting a losing battle for the German title. The visitors head into this clash seven points behind leaders Bayern Munich, with just four league matches remaining.
Despite their battle for the title seemingly being in vein, Dortmund have maintained their good form of late, recording victories in eight of their last nine outings in the German top-flight. Lucien Favre’s team has also kept clean sheets in six of their last nine league outings. At the other end of the pitch, BVB have scored at least twice in nine of their last 12 Bundesliga games.
Dortmund’s recent away form is pretty strong, as they have won seven of their last nine away games in the Bundesliga, including winning their last four matches on the road in the top-flight. A key factor in their recent good away form has been their attacking threat, as the visitors have scored at least twice in their last six away games in the German top-flight.
BVB have a decent recent record against Fortuna Dusseldorf, winning three of the five Bundesliga meetings while suffering just one defeat.
This game is far bigger for Fortuna than Dortmund, with the title all but gone. Rosler’s team have been difficult to beat of late. However, it is difficult to see the home side picking up anything from this game. The away win offers no value though. Instead, we are backing over 2.5 goals scored and both teams to score.
Verdict: We are backing over 2.5 goals scored at odds of 4/9 and both teams to score at odds of 7/10. (All odds are taken from Bet365).[geosnippet id=3620]
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Reasons to buy
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- Very tight and pretty warm
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The ScubaPro Everdry 4.0 is a great budget drysuit for those who want the warmth and comfort of a drysuit but save at least $1,000-$2,000 in comparison to other big ones out there.
The suit is well made with just minor drawbacks over more mid-tier to premium suits and is a very warm suit.
There is also the ScubaPro Exodry which differs mainly in that the cuffs are of different material and the cut is slightly altered.
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September is the month when the last of nature's fruits are harvested, and grapes are the king of the bunch. Did you know that three of our beauty products contain this delicious ingredient? In addition to the Anti-Age Face Mask, we also offer a Grape Seed Soap and a Soap with Refosco Red Wine. Red wine -Refosco - is one of the noblest wines that this part of Istria has to offer and, because in the salt pans we like to be in tune with the natural cycles, we are offering you the latter as our product of the month for September.
In addition to vegetable glycerine, which adds extra moisture and nourishment to the skin, we have added either dried plant parts or other natural raw materials to the well-thought-out base of our soaps. So, in addition to soaps with Olive Leaves, Lavender, Verbena, and Rose, you can also find soaps with Salt and Seaweed, Salt-Pan Mud, Grape Seeds, and, of course, Soap with Refosco from the renowned Vinakoper winery in Koper.
The Soap with Refosco has a noble, wine-red colour with a heady scent. It does not smell like wine, but evokes those special occasions when we usually enjoy a glass of this sophisticated beverage. Cosmetic ingredients derived from wine are rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids, resveratrol, and tannin, which are more than welcome in (hand) skin care. They help to fight free radicals and reduce the appearance of age-related lines and spots. Incorporating wine cosmetics into your regular skincare routine can help to make your skin look more youthful and radiant.
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I reckon I was New Zealand’s first female streaker – well, my accomplice, whose name I’ve forgotten, and I. It was in the middle of winter and we had mates in a band who got a gig in Fairlie, in South Canterbury, NZ, circa 1972, and we went along because we had nothing better to do on a Saturday night. There was definitely alcohol involved. We were a little bored standing in the wings of the stage, watching our mates play to a fairly typical South Canterbury crowd – bit rowdy, bit drunk, but having raucous fun, waving their arms around and drinking, probably out of large bottles of beer. I said to my friend words to the effect of ‘Let’s take off all our clothes and run across the stage.’ Within seconds I was naked except for a colourful pair of rugby socks that came up nearly to my knees. I led the charge. We tore across the stage in front of the band, and looking down, seeing the astonished faces of people at the front of the crowd. Like those clowns at the shows of the time, mouth open and turning as we went by. It felt just a little bit scary. Talk about vulnerable. I’m sure I would never have done it sober. We got to the other side, and realised our clothes were still where we’d left them, so, back we went again, and giggling helplessly, put our clothes on again. I felt exhilarated and a little bit proud of myself.
The Great Ngaruawahia music festival the following year, 1973, was the scene of another very public naked incident which actually went on to have far-reaching repercussions. I'm not saying the picture of me naked in the Sunday News changed the law, but it was part of a court case. The police, in their wisdom, decided to press charges against the paper for publishing indecent documents.
Anyway, there we were, a bunch of us camping in a crowded tent. It was extremely hot and loads of people had got their kit off. We had just smoked a joint in the stifling tent and decided to go for a swim in the nearby Waikato River. The wide, sprawling body of water was cool and inviting. A few willow trees draped over the shallows gave us a nice shaded spot to splash about in. We were feeling fine and I was practicing my diving technique off a partially submerged tree trunk when a photographer appeared on the bank. He was fully clothed and had a decent stills camera draped around his neck.
‘Hello, I’m from the Sunday News. OK if I take a photo of you?’ he politely asked. At that stage I was standing waist deep in the water.
‘Only if you get naked too,’ I shot back.
He stripped to his Jockeys and waded into the water. The man was clearly prepared to suffer for his art, I thought, and went back to diving off the submerged log, backlit by the fierce sun. When the paper came out a couple of days later it published pages of pictures of naked people, including one of a gorgeous hippy girl walking toward the camera completely naked. She had long blonde hair and a great pair of breasts. But for some strange reason the editor had placed a big X over her pubic region. The main pic on the front page was of Corben Simpson, the lead singer for Blerta, seated on a stool with his guitar over his genitalia, grinning at the camera.
The pic of me turned out to be quite an arty shot, diving into the water, side on to the camera. Because the sun was behind me, I was nearly in silhouette – but you could tell I was in the nick. The photographer asked for my details, which I happily provided because he’d been such a good sport and worked hard to get his pic. His caption read something like: Wellington journalist Bridget Wilson cools off in the Waikato River.
Months later when I turned up for work on my first day at the New Zealand Press Association in Wellington, there was my picture pinned to the newsroom noticeboard. A couple of my new colleagues gently ribbed me about the pic, but they all acknowledged it was a good shot.
A couple of months went by and one day I got a call from a lawyer who was representing the Sunday News. It wasn’t hard to track me down, given the caption. My colleagues and I were outraged that the police could have such a conservative attitude to nudity.
The lawyer asked me if I would be willing to be a witness in the case. It was coming to court in a couple of months’ time. I said I’d think about it and rang an older journalist friend.
He said: ‘Don’t be silly. You don’t want to be a martyr to the cause of nudity. But write something instead.’
So I spent an evening writing out what I thought was a well-reasoned piece about my thoughts on nudity. I talked about how I’d grown up in a family where being naked was fine. I wrote about the sheer heat of that day back on the banks of the Wanganui River. And I typed it out on my trusty Remington typewriter on copy paper and handed it over to the lawyer.
When the case came to court, I went along and sat in the back of the room and was chuffed to hear the lawyer read my words to the magistrate. I was even more chuffed when the police lost the case – something about the X over the hippy girl’s pudendum, mainly – and the law was able to be changed.
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Arduino Bluetooth App – In this project, you will create an Android app to control the color of an RGB LED using a smartphone via Bluetooth.
You will build an Android app using MIT App Inventor 2, a free web-based software. This is a great project to learn how to interface an Arduino with a smartphone.
Arduino Bluetooth App
You can use the previous links or go directly to MakerAdvisor.com/tools to find all the parts for your projects at the best price!
Arduino Voice Control Of Leds Using Bluetooth Module
An Android app is created using a free web application called MIT App Inventor. MIT App Inventor is a great place to start with Android development because it lets you build simple apps with drag-n-drop.
To sign up for MIT App Inventor you need a Google account and here is the login page: http://ai2.appinventor.mit.edu.
After logging in, go to Projects >Import project (.aia) from my computer and upload the .aia file. Click here to download the .aia file.
The designer gives you the ability to add buttons, add text, add screens and change the overall look of the app. The Int App Inventor software app looks like this:
Airboat Controlled With Bluetooth
The app looks different in the software and on your smartphone. The app looks like this on our smartphone:
Then you have the block section. Block sections allow you to create custom functionality for your app, so when you press buttons, it does something with that information. These are the blocks for this app (click image to zoom):
Download or copy the following code into your Arduino IDE and upload it to your Arduino board. Make sure you select the correct card and COM port.
Note: Before uploading the code, make sure the TX and RX pins are disconnected from the Bluetooth module!
Home Automation Using Arduino And Bluetooth
Note: If you use RGB LED common cathode, you need to connect the long wire to GND.
If you have not created the .apk file in the previous step, you can click here to download the .apk file (which is the installation file of the Android app). Move the file to your smartphone and open it. Follow the installation guide to install the app.
Make sure you have paired your smartphone with a Bluetooth module – search for paired devices in your smartphone’s Bluetooth settings.
Then open the newly installed app. Press the Connect Bluetooth button to connect to the Arduino Bluetooth module via Bluetooth.
Android App Development To Control Arduino Over Bluetooth, Android Studio
Here is your app in action. Move the sliders and click Change Color to set your RGB LED color to the selected color.
When uploading the code to your Arduino, you need to disconnect the TX and RX cables from the Bluetooth module. These pins are required for serial communication between the Arduino and your computer.
Make sure you have paired your smartphone with your Bluetooth module. Go to your Bluetooth settings and search for available devices. Your Bluetooth module device should appear (often called: linvor, HC-06, HC-04, HC-05 …). Pair with it. If it asks for a password, it’s 1234.
If your Android app is connected to your Bluetooth module, it should display a “Connected” message (as shown below). Otherwise, tap “Connect Bluetooth” to establish Bluetooth communication.
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This tutorial uses the BLExAR app along with a CC2541 Bluetooth module and an Arduino board (ATmega328) to build a simple data acquisition system. A DHT-22 sensor provides temperature and humidity data to an Arduino which is recorded by an iOS device via the BLExAR app. BLExAR allows users to visualize and save data in real time. The wiring, programming, and general operation required to create a Bluetooth data acquisition system with an iPhone or iPad are presented here to simplify the app. This experiment is a real example of an Arduino application that demonstrates collecting temperature data from a real sensor. This tutorial allows users to solve their own engineering problems using wireless communication via the advanced Arduino platform and BLExAr app, ultimately expanding the scope and utility of technology in the scientific sciences through exploration and experimentation.
A CC2541 BLE module and an Arduino board along with a DHT-22 temperature sensor will serve as the data component for this tutorial. Below is the list of components used in this tutorial (along with an iOS device, of course). A resistor is also required as a pullup to work properly with the DHT-22 sensor. I will also include a breadboard so that the DHT sensor does not need to be soldered (unless the breakout version is purchased, no breadboard is required). The wiring for this tutorial is fairly straightforward and is handled by libraries that read the signal from the software’s data pins.
Figure 3: Wiring diagram for Arduino Bluetooth communication between an iOS BLExAR device and an Arduino DHT-22 temperature sensor. Note that the 10k resistor acts as a pull-up resistor. This configuration allows the Arduino to send a temperature (or humidity) data point every two seconds.
I use Adafruit’s DHT sensor library to manage and control the temperature and humidity data from the DHT sensor. Before uploading the sketch to the Arduino board, download the library from the library manager in the Arduino IDE (shown below).
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The Unified Sensor library from Adafruit must be downloaded to ensure the DHT library works correctly.
Below is the final DHT-22 data sending code from Arduino -> BLExAR. BLExAR knows how to decode the data (sent as UTF-8) and logs it into the data acquisition window along with the timestamp. This means that users can access data and timestamps after data collection is complete.
After downloading and opening the BLExAR app, a window will appear showing several peripherals (assuming Bluetooth is enabled on the iOS device). The scan window should look like the image in Figure 4.
Figure 4: BLExAR Bluetooth scanning with discoverable devices. In this particular case, the BLExAR device is detected and must be selected to connect and continue the tutorial.
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Figure 5: The BLExAR app displays the data window and displays a visualization of real-time data when logged into the iOS device via Bluetooth communication. This is a DHT22 temperature sensor and a real temperature reading from the BLExAR app.
After the BLExAR device is selected and the iOS device is connected to the peripheral, a tab window will appear with an image of the Arduino Uno board. For this tutorial, we’ll select the “Data” tab at the bottom of the screen. After selecting the data window, the data is already available in real time. You should start to see the action in Figure 5.
From here there are several options. The user can select “Start Acquisition” which will collect the data as it arrives. Then, when the user wants to stop retrieving data, select “Stop Acquisition” and a window will appear with instructions to email the data to an email address. . This allows the user to access data from their chosen email address in .csv format with a time stamp.
I heated the temperature sensor DHT-22 and cooled it with forced convection, which can be seen in the following plot:
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It is easy to see the heating and cooling of the sensor, as well as the time stamp with accurate (to about 1 microsecond) readings of the time the data was received.
In this tutorial, I again demonstrate the power of the BLExAR app by using its data window to retrieve data from an Arduino Uno board that measures temperature from a DHT-22 sensor. The BLExAR app can communicate via Bluetooth with an Arduino ATmega328 board and a CC2541 BLE module. The app allows users to capture and visualize data in real time, with the ability to save a period of data as a .csv file for future processing. These features further prove the versatility of the BLExAR app and its integration with iOS devices to further enhance the education of young engineers to build and experiment in the physical world.
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From the checklist of Jeremy Topper, a night of beers and finger foods. As always, we will be hanging after the tasting until about midnight. Featuring a local acoustic set from Mike Leverone.
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