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Light detection relies on the interaction of photons with semiconductor materials to generate electrical currents. When light strikes a photodiode, photons excite electrons within the material, creating electron-hole pairs. These charge carriers then flow through an electrical circuit, producing a measurable current pr... |
When a player is traded in a trade block, they will disappear until there is a new block where the move can go down. As with any other type of block, this causes them to appear in a red frame until the move can go down again. Once the move can go down again, they will be in a blue frame until the move can go down again... |
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a persistent accumulation of plastic debris situated within the North Pacific subtropical gyre, a large, circular ocean current in the Pacific Ocean. This region, encompassing the waters between Hawaii and California, is characterized by consistent currents – the California Current, t... |
Super-short light pulses generate a faint image behind surfaces due to the principle of reflection and scattering. Femtosecond lasers, which operate with extremely precise timing – measured in quadrillionths of a second – deliver these pulses. The laser’s energy is focused onto a surface, causing a rapid change in the... |
MUNICH -- With Germany still on edge about a possible military strike on Syria, a leading Syrian opposition official said on Thursday that foreign-backed rebel fighters should be given "safe corridors" into the country to leave, as the conflict intensifies in the region.
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In this episode, we'll discuss how to implement a very basic strategy of using the right "backups". I'll introduce some terminology, show how to perform a very simple test, and talk about how we can use these techniques to improve our games.
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The body lay on its back. The uniform was green and rotting. The fabric dissolved where the rain touched it. My sister stood to the left. She held a shovel. The handle was wood, polished by hands. I stood to the right. I held nothing. The wind moved the grass around the corpse. It looked like the ground was breathing. ... |
A magnetic material, europium titanate (EuTiO3), exhibits a complex and dynamic structure when subjected to magnetic fields, revealing a previously unknown interplay between ferroelectric and antiferrodistortive instabilities. The researchers, from Argonne and other institutions, observed a scenario where oxygen cage r... |
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I hate cash. I’m reminded of this every time I find myself in a cab where the driver claims he won’t accept my credit card, or when I’m at a restaurant that demands to be paid exclusively in paper bills -- incidents that happen far more often than is reasonable in an ostensibly advanced country.
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The solar system’s velocity has significantly decreased, with a monthly rate of over 10%. Initial observations indicate a change in the surrounding interstellar medium, prompting investigation. Researchers utilized data from Voyager 1 and 2, coupled with computer models, to determine the slowing rate of the system. The... |
The prevalence of “alternative facts” stems from a fundamental misunderstanding of the nature of truth and the complexities of information processing. When a single, presented narrative – often a collection of partially verified or deliberately misleading information – is presented as a definitive explanation of a situ... |
To develop the ability to hear sounds in words, children need to focus their attention on individual sounds, distinguishing them from the surrounding words. This differs from simply hearing a word as a whole, requiring them to associate those sounds with visual representations like letters. Activities like listening to... |
Plants offer a promising pathway to vaccine production due to their inherent ability to efficiently express proteins and glycosylation patterns, utilizing a cost-effective and scalable approach. The process, dubbed “molecular farming,” leverages the unique properties of plants, particularly Nicotiana benthamiana, a wid... |
Lesson: Introduction to Business Management
### Section 1: What is Business Management?
Business management refers to the process of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling the resources of a business to achieve its goals. It involves making decisions that will help the company grow and prosper while minimizin... |
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Haiku Tunnel
DVD Comedy
Written by Tara O'Shea
Tuesday, 26 February 2002
Haiku Tunnel
Columbia/TriStar Home Entertainment
MPAA rating: R
starring: Josh Kornbluth, Warren Keith, Helen Shumaker, Amy Resnick, Brian Thorstenson, June Lomena, Sarah Overman, Joe Bellan, Harry Shearer
release year: 2001
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Stable air masses, defined by their inherent calmness and lack of turbulence, primarily generate stratiform clouds and fog. Their static nature, arising from the absence of significant disturbance, prevents the upward movement of cloud particles. Consequently, these clouds form as sheets, rather than vertically develop... |
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Owner and chef Arthur Pereira refuses to choose between Italian and Portuguese cuisine, so he fills his menu with iconic dishes from both countries instead. He and his chefs make pesto in-house, hand-roll every batch of gnocchi, and stuff each ravioli with ric... |
The living root bridges in Cherrapunji, India are proof that sometimes the best eco designs are centuries old. Indeed, it's thought that some of these living bridges, which are made from the Ficus elastica tree, are well over 500 years old.
Cherrapunji, India is noted for its insanely wet atmosphere, and long ago the ... |
The official Google Calendar app is a simple yet powerful calendar and event scheduling app for Android 4.0+, iOS 8.0+, or Windows 8.1+, with support for calendars from all major calendar providers (e.g. Google, Microsoft).
Use the app to schedule meetings, create reminders, keep track of key dates, and more. Use the... |
ON MENTAL ILLNESS:Outpatient Institutionalization--A Rant
By Jack Bragen
Friday September 14, 2012 - 09:46:00 AM
Living situations like the above may not provide a lot of dignity. A resident may have to put up with being supervised, with being restricted, sometimes with being harassed, or just with having a street a... |
The fire had been fast. It had fed on the dried saffron and cinnamon. The air in the street still stung the eyes. Malik held the awl. The handle was carved from olive wood. He had carved it himself three winters ago. The blade was bent at the tip where it had been forced into the window frame.
He walked home through t... |
Birds’ migration patterns and feeding behavior are significantly influenced by the availability of daylight hours during the winter months, particularly when artificial light sources are present. The study of the Early Bird Survey demonstrates a complex relationship between light pollution and bird arrival times at gar... |
The egg’s structure facilitates virus replication through a process of inoculation. Fertilization occurs after 11-12 days, and the egg’s allantoic cavity is crucial for virus dispersal. A nick is made in the shell to create a small, controlled entry point for the virus. A Dremel tool is then used to introduce the virus... |
The events of Stirling Bridge and Falkirk in 1297-98 were the culmination of a protracted struggle for Scottish independence, initiated by the death of King Canmore in 1290. The initial crisis stemmed from a succession dispute – a power vacuum following the king’s demise. England’s attempts to assert control over Scotl... |
**Title:** Around the World Adventure
**Introduction:** Imagine traveling around the world in a LandRover, staying as close as possible to the 50th parallel! That's exactly what Dave, Pete, and Spike are doing as part of Team Latitude. In this lesson, we will learn about their adventure and follow their journey throug... |
The rain fell on the poster and the paper softened. The face of the candidate ran in blue ink. The eyes streamed down the wall. Below the paste another face appeared. It was from the last election. And below that another. The wall was a geology of promises. A boy stood before it and picked at the corner. The paper came... |
Lesson: Traveling for Business
Introduction:
Traveling for business can be a necessary part of many careers, especially for those in sales or consulting. However, it can also be challenging, both physically and mentally. In this lesson, we will explore the challenges of traveling for business and provide tips for stayi... |
Lesson: Writing an Effective Letter
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In today's digital age, writing a letter may seem like a thing of the past. However, there are still instances where a letter is necessary, such as when you need to communicate a formal complaint or request. In this lesson, we will learn how to write an effective lette... |
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int age = 25;
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The morning light came over the mountains like a bruise healing. I stood at the water's edge. The lake was high. It touched the toes of my boots. I could feel the cold through the leather. The graves were gone. The mud was smooth. There were no chains. No bones. No boots. The water had taken them back into its belly. I... |
Barbara Clutterbuck, a sales rep for Suplex Technology, Inc., a specialist manufacture company based in Texas, said the sudden decision to shut down sales of a product frequently cited as having created "significant pain" at the company represents an important change in the company's current positioning.
Combatting Co... |
Lesson: How to Become a Successful DJ
Introduction:
Becoming a successful DJ requires hard work, dedication, and passion for music. In this lesson, we will explore the steps you can take to become a professional DJ, starting from scratch. We will cover the basics of DJing, the equipment needed, and the skills required... |
A team at the University of Michigan has demonstrated the ability to precisely control and manipulate individual electrons within a semiconductor crystal using extremely short femtosecond pulses of light, paving the way for potentially revolutionary computer technology. Researchers are exploring the use of these pulses... |
The New York University School of Medicine is set to launch its first clinical trial for the use of MDMA to treat chronic pain in adults. According to a press release, the trial will begin in early 2018 and will investigate the hypothesis that acute treatment with MDMA in "pain-free" adult participants in a clinical tr... |
Once upon a time, there was a broken toy car. It was very sad because it could not play with the other toys. The toy car wanted to become fixed and happy again.
One day, the toy car met a bottle of lotion. The lotion was magic and could fix things. The toy car asked the lotion, "Can you help me become fixed?" The lotio... |
The process of identifying local extrema in a function involves finding points where the derivative equals zero or does not exist. This initial step is crucial for understanding the function's behavior. The derivative, representing the rate of change, is used to determine the location of these points. When the derivat... |
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TORONTO -- A federal panel recommended Tuesday that the federal government allow doctors to prescribe marijuana to patients with severe pain and nausea.
The report from a five-member panel of doctors suggests a new path to approving marijuana for medical use. It calls for a gradual easing of restr... |
Lesson: Teamwork and Time Management
Introduction:
Teamwork and time management are essential skills that can help us achieve our goals more efficiently. In this lesson, we will learn how to work together as a team and manage our time effectively to accomplish tasks.
Section 1: Importance of Teamwork
Topic 1: Why is... |
The IEEE 754 standard defines five distinct exceptions that arise during floating-point calculations. These exceptions signal errors that occur when the standard’s rules are violated, prompting the system to handle the situation differently.
When an exception is triggered, the program’s status word indicates the speci... |
They came out slowly, one by one, drawn by the smell of the water and the hum that rose from the surface like a vibration in the teeth. Men in track suits and women with headscarves stood at the edge, looking down into the black mirror where their faces floated distorted and strange. The laundry lines above them drippe... |
November 20, 1934. He comes home later now. The boat engine cuts off at the dock, but I hear his footsteps on the gangway before I see him. He walks heavily, as if the planks are deeper than they were yesterday. Tonight he did not eat the fish. He pushed it around the plate with a fork, leaving trails in the rice that ... |
The cat lay in the lee of a rusted boiler from a long-dead steamship, its tawny fur clogged with the salt-crust of the Skeleton Coast. It was a massive thing, even in death, with its two great fangs anchored in the sand like ivory tent pegs. Leo stood over it, his shadows long and thin as the legs of a water strider. T... |
Recent research suggests a potential decline in solar activity, linked to a period of significantly reduced sunspots, could trigger a shift in Earth’s climate. Scientists have identified a weakening of the sun’s magnetic field and a corresponding decrease in sunspot activity, leading them to hypothesize a “grand solar ... |
What happened to a once great nation?
As a journalist and commentator for almost 30 years, I have been struck by a familiar theme, one that resonates throughout history: the erosion of democracy, the erosion of institutions, the erosion of the notion of our nation's national character.
There's no one answer to this d... |
The emergence of Hip-Hop dance and culture is rooted in the socio-emotional needs of a marginalized youth population. These individuals, feeling unrepresented and unsupported within their communities, sought a means of expressing their experiences and finding a sense of belonging. This collective desire for agency and ... |
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Geology and Relief: Gombe State is part of the central Nigeria highlands;
but the flat landscape in the northern and southern parts of the state have
isolated hills. While the elevation of the plain is at about 600m above sealevel,
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The permafrost gave up the boot first—a stiff, felted thing that had held its shape better than the foot that once occupied it. Dr. Kadyrov watched the sun hammer the edge of the crater, the heat a physical weight on his shoulders that felt like the hand of a demanding ghost. The earth here was shedding its white skin,... |
War and peace in Syria
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Working Wounded Blog: Workplace Taboos
Last week, I was watching George Carlin in his latest comedy special on HBO. I started thinking about his famous list of the seven things you can't say on television. So this week I'm going to present the Working Wounded variation on Carlin's list -- a list of five taboo words fo... |
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Lesson Title: The Existence of Planet Nine and Primordial Black Holes
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The possible existence of Planet Nine and its impact on distant objects in the solar system has fascinated researchers for some time. However, a new study suggests that the theoretical object may not be a giant planet hiding behind Ne... |
Lesson: How to Cook a Special Jalapeno Dish
Introduction:
In this lesson, we will learn how to cook a special Jalapeno dish that has been passed down from generation to generation. This dish is believed to help Julie determine if a man is "Mr. Right" or just another "Mr. Wrong." We will explore the ingredients, cookin... |
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**Understanding Digital Image Capture and Representation**
This course explores the fundamental principles behind capturing and representing images through photography. We’ll delve into the science of light, the intricacies of photographic equipment, and the various methods employed to manipulate image data. This... |
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Judeo-Christian writ- futuristic Body rash comic tells a good-evener tale The celebration goes deck live the Gay kids decorated the Statue of Liberty with oatmeal Mosquito... |
In an interview with the BBC's World Service, Mr. Snowden said, "I would strongly advise against anyone reading classified documents or any classified material." His lawyers and the United States government have disputed that characterization, saying that he cannot see the documents, can read them only from electronic ... |
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Lesson: Writing Genres - Mystery/Thriller
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In this lesson, we will learn about the mystery/thriller genre and its elements. We will also explore the sub-genres within this category and discuss the techniques used by writers to create suspense and intrigue.
Section 1: Understanding the Mystery/Thriller Ge... |
Lesson: Writing a Book - From Idea to Publication
Introduction:
Writing a book can be a challenging and rewarding experience. It requires creativity, discipline, and perseverance. In this lesson, we will explore the process of writing a book from idea to publication. We will cover the following sections:
1. Coming up w... |
A new study says that for men in the study, getting a tattoo has become less acceptable due to its "invalidating" content and that women who do get tattooed are "more likely" to get another than they are to be the primary partner in a relationship.
The findings, conducted by the online dating site PlentyofFish, comes ... |
# Lesson: Portability Testing with MySQL
## Introduction
In this lesson, we will learn about portability testing with MySQL. Portability testing is the process of verifying that software can run on any platform or operating system without the need for modification. We will use the example provided in the input text to ... |
The constitution established a system of electoral governance, specifically utilizing electors to choose the President and Vice President. Each state’s electoral process involves citizens casting votes for electors, who then participate in the general election for the President.
The legislative branch, composed of the... |
The LADEE’s star tracking system, designed to precisely calculate the spacecraft’s orientation in space, relies on capturing images of distant stars. This process, repeated multiple times per minute, necessitates highly accurate measurements of the spacecraft’s position relative to these stars. The accuracy of these me... |
Mmm, elastic, is there anything you can't do? First it turned that quitter of a sock into a winner, now it promises to assist in producing "the deepest music" from an open Aigo E086 portable speaker. The 1.7 watt USB speaker features a single 36mm driver, a 3.5-mm headphone jack, and a 3-hour charge for up to 4 hours o... |
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I understand that everyone has their own style of programming and that you should be able to read other people's styles and accept it for what it is. However, would one be considered a sloppy programmer if one's style of coding was inconsistent across whatever standard they were working agains... |
Lesson: How to Teach Piano
## Introduction
Teaching piano is an art that requires patience, dedication, and creativity. In this lesson, we will explore the core values of teaching piano, including foundational music theory, engaging teaching techniques, and performance opportunities. Whether you are a beginner or an e... |
The Navajo Nation, a vast and deeply rooted part of North America, boasts a remarkable cultural heritage built upon a history of resilience and profound tradition. Their language, classified as an Athabaskan dialect, is far more than just communication; it’s the very fabric of their identity, woven with intricate story... |
Why Renting Makes More Sense than BuyingSmartMoney contributor Jack Hough explains why he believes renting makes more financial sense than buying a home. The short version of his argument: "Businesses are great investments while houses are poor ones, so I'd rather rent the latter and own the former." The article suppor... |
The tea is a magnificent shade of neon green, steaming with a heat that has nothing to do with the stove. He sits across from me in a suit of scorched silk, his eyes two burning embers of anthracite. He uses a fragment of a control rod to stir his cup, and the spoon makes a sound like a bell tolling under ten fathoms o... |
Lesson: Private Equity Investing 101
## Introduction
Private equity investing is an essential part of modern finance. It involves investing in privately held companies that are not listed on the stock exchange. These companies often have great growth potential but may lack the resources or expertise to realize it. In ... |
HUNTSVILLE, AL—Confirming that all of the events happening in the past 45 minutes had not been part of some crazy hallucinatory delusion, members of the American Psychological Association confirmed early Tuesday that it was indeed possible to have an episode of vivid dream-like consciousness during a recent encounter w... |
Mae knelt on the platform, the wood damp beneath her knees.
She placed the lotus flowers in the water, the petals white against the dark surface.
The shrine post stood in the center, carved with faces of the ancestors.
Usually, the water touched the third mark, the line for the full flood.
Today, the water lapped at th... |
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IDN hostname resolution in NetBSD
So, I'm thinking about naming a host something that includes an upper-ASCII character. In looking into IDN, and how that works in bind, I was able to add the hostname's A record into my local nameserver (running stock bind on a NetBSD 5.1_RC1 machine). Interest... |
Lesson: Introduction to Data Entry
## Section 1: Theoretical Concepts
Data entry is the process of inputting information into a computer system. It involves typing or uploading data from a source document into a database or spreadsheet. Accurate data entry is essential for maintaining the integrity of the information ... |
The discovery of *Ikaria wariootia*, an ancient bilaterian fossil unearthed in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, represents a pivotal moment in understanding the origins of animal life on Earth. This organism, estimated to have lived approximately 550 million years ago during the Ediacaran period, is now believed to b... |
Show Slide 1: A visually engaging presentation with images of people engaged in various activities – a musician performing, a chef creating, a child laughing, a professional in a meeting.
Show Slide 2: A slide displaying a table with a range of eBay prices for various items – a bathtub, Justin Bieber’s hair, a fedora... |
The United States has a long tradition of helping others through our diplomatic corps. While the current State Department is a small organization, it has a vital role not only to assist the government and other governments, but to provide assistance to humanitarian organizations that work in the world at large. We work... |
The decline of yellow-cedar trees across southeast Alaska and nearby British Columbia is a significant ecological phenomenon linked to the impacts of climate change, documented as a prime case study in the broader effects of global warming on forest ecosystems. The observed die-off, affecting over half a million acres,... |
Mets and Yankees: If Neither One Wins It's a Shame
Peering into the dugouts of the hometown heroes
I've heard Shea Stadium described as "a DMV without the atmosphere," and its impending destruction has provoked remarkably little outcry from fans or locals, despite its location in a historic district of run-down auto ... |
I'm happy to help! Here's a self-taught lesson on getting started with hardware hacking:
# Getting Started with Hardware Hacking
In this lesson, we will cover the basics of hardware hacking, including what it is, why it's important, and how to get started. We'll also explore some common tools and techniques used by har... |
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Selfish chimps don't give a monkey's
No, I don't think I'll give you my bananas (Image: iStockphoto)
Chimpanzees share many traits with humans but altruism, it seems, is not one of them, scientists say.
Although chimps live in social groups and co-operate and hunt together, whe... |
Lesson Title: Building a Vertical Garden
Introduction:
In this lesson, we will learn about building a vertical garden using an innovative pot. We will cover the materials needed, the steps involved, and the benefits of having a vertical garden. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create your own vertical ga... |
A couple of weeks ago, on a long weekend at a quiet country-club near the airport, the father-and-son duo of "Totally Farting Chris and Matt" hosted a dinner at a small restaurant in the mall. Matt told the rest of us who've never visited the town about the local history, then, as a surprise, turned out to be a true hi... |
When I began in the medical field I often felt as though I had to learn more about my patients (and myself) on a daily basis to provide good quality care. Unfortunately this is very difficult when we do not communicate and you rarely have a chance to sit down with your patient for extended periods.
I have written a lo... |
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# Create a text file called
# hello_world.rb containing the following code:
# puts 'Hello, world!'
#
# Now run it at the shell prompt.
# $ ruby hello_world.rb Hello, world!
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# You can also run the short "Hello, world!" program without creating a text file at all. This is called a one-liner.
# $ ruby -e "puts 'Hell... |
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By Cleve Moler, MathWorks
MATLAB started its life in the late 1970s as an interactive calculator built on top of LINPACK and EISPACK, which were then state-of-the-art Fortran subroutine libraries for matrix computation. The mathematical core for all versions of MATLAB, up t... |
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To measure radiation, a Geiger counter relies on the detection of energetic particles – alpha, beta, and gamma radiation – which are emitted when unstable atomic nuclei decay. Alpha particles are helium nuclei, positively charged and relatively weak in penetration. Beta particles are electrons, negatively charged and m... |
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Lesson: Collaborative Divorce Process
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The collaborative divorce process is an alternative to traditional divorce proceedings. It involves a team of professionals who work together to help couples reach a mutually acceptable agreement on all issues related to their separation. This approach promotes respe... |
BEREA, Ohio -- This might make the biggest difference in how Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel handles this second half of the season.
The Browns have three weeks to rest him before their Week 12 matchup against Buffalo. If Cleveland can get Manziel healthy to start the season, the offense, especially the third line, ... |
The first of a series of articles in response to the death of the most prominent black feminist leader in the UK, Audre Lorde. Part one is here or click here for Part 2.
Audre Lorde, the most prominent black feminist radical in the United Kingdom, died on Saturday 14 May. She was 69.
She was renowned as one of the pi... |
Saudi Arabia implements electronic tracking system to monitor women's movements
In a country where women are denied the right to vote, are not allowed to drive, and are basically treated like children, Saudi Arabia has taken its next giant leap backwards by rolling out an SMS electronic tracking system that alerts... |
Lily liked to bake pies with her mom. They made apple pies, cherry pies, and pumpkin pies. Lily liked to eat the pies too. She always got a big slice with whipped cream on top.
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SOUTH CAROLINA – A former sheriff's deputy convicted of raping a woman he met while working at a sheriff's office more than a decade ago has been sentenced to 18 years in prison.
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The porch was a raft. Soliz sat in the wicker chair and watched the sea of dust. The federal government had taken the lower forty acres. They had paid him in paper. He had paid them in dirt. Now, the yellow machines were unmaking the ridge. They moved with a slow, mindless hunger.
A backhoe stopped. The arm froze mid-... |
The water licked at the base of the Building 10 foundation, cold and black as ink. I held the shovel with both hands, the wood smooth from use, and struck the concrete. It cracked like dry bone. Dust rose in a cloud, smelling of wet cement and old iron. Behind me, the radio played a jazz record that hadn't been recorde... |
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