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I followed this (poorly diagrammed) method of working out the mitre angle between faces of a pyramid and applied it to a truncated n-sided pyramid.
It seems correct because if I then create a solid and split it as if I was making it from a panel material, the result I calculate matches the angle I get when I use ANALYSE>>ANGLE and select the 2 planar faces. | eng | 0de41fde-63f8-4aad-9392-f1a30656cc77 | https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/truncated-n-sided-pyramid-face-to-face-mitre-angles-trig-problem/117030 |
With
thousands of options, how will you choose a career that's right for you? If you
don't have any idea what you want to do, the task may seem insurmountable.
Fortunately, it isn't. Follow an organized process and you will increase your
chances of making a good decision.
Assess
Yourself
Before
you can choose the right career, you must learn about yourself. Your values,
interests, soft skills, and aptitudes, in combination with your personality
type, make some occupations a good fit for you, and others completely
inappropriate.
Use
self-assessment tools, and career tests to gather information about your traits
and, subsequently, generate a list of occupations that are a good fit based on
them. Some people choose to work with a career counselor or other career
development professionals who can help them navigate this process.
Make
a List of Careers to Explore
You
probably have multiple lists of occupations in front of you at this point – one
generated by each of the self-assessment tools you used. To keep yourself
organized, you should combine them into one master list.
First,
look for careers that appear on multiple lists and copy them onto a blank page.
Title it "Occupations to Explore."
Next,
find any occupations on your lists that appeal to you. They may be careers you
know a bit about and want to explore further. Also, include professions about
which you don't know much. You might learn something unexpected.
Explore
the Careers on Your List
At
this point, you'll be thrilled you managed to narrow your list down to only 10
to 20 options. Now you can get some basic information about each of the
occupations on your list.
Find
job descriptions and educational, training, and licensing requirements in
published sources. Learn about advancement opportunities. Use
government-produced labor market information to get data about earnings and job
outlook.
Create
a "Short List"
Now
you have more information, start to narrow down your list even further. Based
on what you learned from your research so far, begin eliminating the careers
you don't want to pursue any further. You should end up with two to five
occupations on your "short list."
If
your reasons for finding a career unacceptable are non-negotiable, cross it off
your list. Remove everything with duties that don't appeal to you. Eliminate
careers that have weak job outlooks. Get rid of any occupation if you are
unable or unwilling to fulfill the educational or other requirements, or if you
lack some of the soft skills necessary to succeed in it.
Conduct
Informational Interviews
When
you have only a few occupations left on your list, start doing more in-depth
research. Arrange to meet with people who work in the occupations in which you
are interested. They can provide firsthand knowledge about the careers on your
short list.
Make
Your Career Choice
Finally,
after doing all your research, you are probably ready to make your choice. Pick
the occupation that you think will bring you the most satisfaction based on all
the information you have gathered. Realize that you are allowed do-overs if you
change your mind about your choice at any point in your life. Many people
change their careers at least a few times.
Identify
Your Goals
Once
you make a decision, identify your long- and short-term goals. This helps to
chart a course toward eventually landing work in your chosen field. Long-term
goals typically take about three to five years to reach, while you can usually
fulfill a short-term goal in six months to three years.
Let
the research you did about required education and training be your guide. If
you don't have all the details, do some more research. Once you have all the
information you need, set your goals.
Write
a Career Action Plan
Put
together a career action plan, a written document that lays out all the steps
you will have to take to reach your goals. Think of it as a road map that will
take you from point A to B, then to C and D. Write down all your short- and
long-term goals and the steps you will have to take to reach each one. Include
any anticipated barriers that could get in the way of achieving your goals – and
the ways you can overcome them.
This
may sound like a lot of work
– and
it is. But it's much easier to forge a career path when you know what you want.
Taking these steps early will save you a lot of struggle and uncertainty in the
long run. | eng | 24388004-511f-4623-b53c-c1eb69a56b55 | http://yingyushijie.com/business/detail/id/10145/category/46.html |
Introduction: CNC machining has revolutionized the manufacturing industry by offering precise and efficient production processes. One such crucial aspect of CNC machining is spot welding, which plays a pivotal role in joining two or more metal components together. This article aims to explore spot welding in the context of CNC machining, highlighting its significance, process, applications, and benefits.
Spot Welding Process in CNC Machining: Spot welding is a technique used primarily for joining thin sheets of metal electronically through localized heat generation. In CNC machining, the spot welding process begins with the preparation of the workpieces that need to be joined. These workpieces are positioned between two copper electrodes, typically in the form of flat-tipped tongs. An electric current is then passed through the electrodes, causing resistance heating at the intended join point.
The high current flow generates an intense amount of heat, instantly melting the metal surfaces in contact. Upon cooling, the molten material solidifies, resulting in a robust and permanent weld. The entire spot welding process occurs rapidly, enabling mass production with minimal effort. Its effectiveness lies in producing repeatable and reliable joints, as it captures even the smallest changes in workpiece thickness within the weld area.
Conclusion: Spot welding is an integral aspect of CNC machining that enables secure and efficient joining of metal components within diverse industries. Its robustness, speed, cost-effectiveness, and ability to produce reliable bonds make it an ideal choice for high-volume applications. By understanding and harnessing the potential of spot welding, manufacturers can achieve enhanced product quality, structural integrity, and greater customer satisfaction in their CNC machining endeavors.
CNC Milling | eng | 7e951c04-0266-47af-8a16-78a8b2a92dc1 | https://www.dirtymommys.com/article/218431.html |
I don't really know zodiac signs. My blood python hatched on July 15th if I remember correctly. That's a month before my birthday (almost to the day, mine's August 14th) and I know I'm a Leo, so…would she also be a Leo, or would she be something else? I'm never sure where the date line between the signs is.
I have no idea when my sand boa was born, since she was a re-home I got as an adult. But if there's a sign for being shy and introverted, that would be the one that fits her. | eng | 2f35929c-c82d-446d-bd13-3a243955f7c4 | https://community.morphmarket.com/t/tell-me-your-reptiles-zodiac-sign/37774 |
Simulation and Computing Tools
Our research builds on the work of Seymour Papert and other MIT researchers who pioneered visual programming languages and the theory of constructionism in education. We've developed tools and platforms for teaching complex systems and computational thinking, as well as providing an easier entry in computer science—all based on the power of learning from creating a program and seeing the result. Using our programming platforms, students can generate models of real-world systems, make games to better understand their environment, and create working apps for mobile devicesStarLogo Nova
StarLogo Nova is a programming environment that lets students and teachers create 3D games and simulations for understanding complex systems.
Taleblazer
TaleBlazer is a blocks-based software environment for creating and playing location-based augmented reality (AR) games.
Gameblox
Gameblox is a blocks-based programming tool designed specifically for making and playing games.
StarLogo TNG
StarLogo TNG is a downloadable programming environment that lets students and teachers create 3D games and simulations for understanding complex systems. | eng | a3c3ac83-7fd5-4907-8a5b-845f0408c36e | https://education.mit.edu/project-type/coding-tools/ |
At first glance, an octopus's sucker looks like the simple suction cup that tips a toy dart or affixes a GPS to the windshield. In fact, it is a remarkably sophisticated organ that not only can attach to objects with varying degrees of force but also can maneuver them, thanks to specialized muscle groups.
The sucker has two chambers: the outer infundibulum and inner acetabulum. When it attaches to an object—a tasty clam, for instance—the muscles of the infundibulum reshape the sucker rim to conform to the shell surface, forming a seal. The muscles of the acetabulum then contract, producing intense negative pressure inside the water-filled interior of the sucker relative to the external seawater. This pressure differential generates suction. The more the muscles of the acetabulum contract, the higher the negative pressure and the firmer the sucker's grip. So-called extrinsic muscles, meanwhile, permit the sucker rim to rotate the object in a full circle at a shallow or steep angle to the arm without breaking the seal or reducing the pressure differential.
In addition to their complex musculature, octopus suckers possess elaborate neural circuitry. Specialized neurons called chemoreceptors stud the sucker rim, enabling it to taste surfaces. Along with mechanoreceptors and proprioceptors—which relay information about touch and pressure and about muscle activity, respectively—these chemoreceptors feed into a bundle of neurons called a ganglion that appears to function as the sucker's own mini "brain," receiving sensory input and organizing coherent responses. Because the sucker ganglia are connected to one another through a chain of larger brachial ganglia running the length of the arm that control arm movements, neighboring suckers can coordinate their movements without relying on constant direction from the actual brain—to pass an object up or down the length of the arm, for example. Exactly how the brain and the arm and sucker ganglia divvy up neural responsibilities remains to be determined.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR(S)
Frank W. Grasso is associate professor of psychology and director of the Biomimetic and Cognitive Robotics Lab at Brooklyn College. His research focuses on discovering mechanisms that control and coordinate behavior in octopuses and other marine animals and on building biologically inspired robots to test theories of those mechanisms | eng | c0c18279-f44e-4b29-9e43-e8a8ea6bbf8a | https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/sensational-sucker/?error=cookies_not_supported&code=7a73b512-ec6f-44a8-8dc4-d03fb0465bb4 |
Hillel at FSU hosts Holocaust survivor story for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Melissa Ma
Staff Writer
Mon., Jan. 27 Hillel at Florida State University and Israeli American Council Mishelanu commemorated International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a gathering to share and remember the story of FSU alum Dana Rogozinski and her family's experience surviving the Holocaust. This date also marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp.
Rogozinski's grandmother, Ella Lucak Rogozinski, currently lives in Jacksonville, FL at the age of 93. She spent almost all her teenage years, 1941 to 1945, in two of Germany's concentration camps and one ghetto. Both Rogozinski's paternal grandparents were Holocaust survivors.
Rogozinski earned a certification to share her grandmother's story and demonstrate she had all the facts and evidence to corroborate everything that happened to her grandmother. She continues to promote holocaust education and keep its historical significance fresh so that future generations can prevent history from ever repeating itself.
"It's up to me, it's up to us, it's up to the next generation to tell these stories," said Rogozinski. "... to share these stories, to spark and share conversation to ensure that we never forget, that this never happens again and that we educate those that don't know."
The Lucak family, including Ella, her sisters, parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, originally lived in Czechoslovakia. They heard of the discrimination of Jews throughout Europe, but when they had a chance to leave, one half of the family at a time, they chose not to. They didn't want to separate, and like many other Jews, heard the atrocities occurring elsewhere in the news but didn't ever believe it would happen in their country.
Rogozinski compared it to the current never-ending news cycle: "It's like when we hear stuff on the news today; it's not in our country, you listen to it, but not everybody is so proactive."
One night the Lucak family was told to bring one suitcase for the eight of them and leave everything behind. They, along with other Jews, were mass deported to the Mukachevo ghetto inside cattle cars, small trains with no windows or seats, meant for moving cattle. For weeks, the prisoners could only stand and pray for rain as a source of water. There was no room to move, sit, sleep, or lean on anyone. When people died, their corpses were used to cushion the passengers. The stale air smelled of excrement and rotting flesh.
The family spent one month in the Mukachevo ghetto, before they were rounded up in a cattle car and moved to Auschwitz concentration camp in May 1944. Throughout the war, 1.2 million Jews entered this death camp, and only 135,000, or 13%, survived.
Rogozinski recalled the moment Ella was separated from her brother, parents, uncles, aunts, and grandparents. When they arrived at the camp, they were separated by sex, then age and strength. Those deemed too weak or elderly were told to walk left and enter the showers. Her mother switched places with her aunt Lea to care for her elderly grandmother and died in the gas chambers.
When tattooed with her ID number, A5674, Ella asked the German Nazi officer to make the tattoo smaller because it was ugly. He obliged when he was impressed by the German from the non-German Jewish girl.
In Auschwitz, Ella worked at the Kanada, the last place prisoners passed through before entering the gas chambers. She had to tell the Jews to take off their clothes, jewelry and belongings before reassuring them it would be returned after the shower. Rogozinski said to this day, her grandmother remains distressed over the role she played in their demises. She was unable to tell them what was coming.
"When you have German Nazis standing next to you, with German Shepherds, with rifles to your head, what would you do in this situation?" asked Rogozinski.
Every Sunday, the German officers played a game where they lined up the prisoners and counted them off by a random number. Those selected, like every third or every fourth, were shot and killed. This went on for hours at a time.
"My grandmother said she died a million times," said Rogozinski. "Not only was she nervous and holding her breath that she didn't get shot, but she couldn't turn her head and look to see where her sisters or her aunt were."
In January 1945, right before the Red Army liberated Auschwitz, Ella and her remaining family were forced to go on a death march to Bergen-Belsen. The prisoners were forced to march in snow with no food or water. Ella and her family wore a canvas shirt and pants in temperatures that ranged from zero to -3°F. Ella's sister, Olga, got frostbite on three of her toes and had to break them off for her survival.
Ella, her sisters and aunt Lea were liberated April 17, 1945. When Ella received a jar of peanut butter from the Americans, she made herself sick from overeating. Her body was no longer used to real food and had adapted to malnourished conditions.
"She survived the war and almost didn't survive eating too much," said Rogozinski.
Ella met Jacob Rogozinski, a Polish man who also survived the Holocaust, and married him two weeks after. Her sisters married shortly after as well. Rogozinski reflected on the growth and endurability of her family after the war.
"All of the sisters survived with their aunt Lea and they were all married in the same wedding dress within weeks of each other," said Rogozinski.
Doctors told Rogozinski's paternal grandparents that they wouldn't be able to conceive or bear children after everything their bodies endured. Today they have three sons, 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren, with more on the way.
Dan Leshem, Executive Director of Hillel at FSU, opened a discussion after the presentation on Holocaust remembrance, and how the Holocaust is being processed and taught in America today. One student asked about how to address Holocaust deniers, who question whether the Holocaust, or the number of deaths, happened.
"When you hear a story like this, everything that makes us human beings makes it harder to believe that the Holocaust happened than to believe that the Holocaust didn't happen," Dr. Leshem explained.
To accept the fact that 6 million people died between Hitler's appointment as Fuhrer in 1933 to the Victory in Europe Day in 1945, is to accept an aspect of humanity's nature and the capabilities of a systemic oppression and erasure of peoples based on their identities. Death camps did not happen overnight; the six years between Hitler's appointment and the war was spent slowly stripping Jews of rights and normalizing their persecution and dehumanization.
The war began in 1939 with German occupation in Poland. In June 1941, Auschwitz developed the "Final Solution" in the form of pesticide Zyklon-B. This chemical was used in the gas chambers to industrialize mass murder of Jews from 1941 to 1945.
"I think that sometimes we can become laser focused on the past and forget to look around us at the issues and challenges around us that our society faces today," said Dr. Leshem. "[Those issues] that aren't the Holocaust but are those kinds of human traumas to other people's lives… I think the lessons of the Holocaust happened in the past, but apply to our lives in the present and our lives in the future." | eng | a96758d3-6766-4b61-8c0c-30015ef6f916 | https://www.fsunews.com/story/news/2020/02/02/hillel-fsu-hosts-holocaust-survivor-story-international-holocaust-remembrance-day/4639418002/ |
Passage (page: 56)
Oh! The wind is coming back with dark clouds. The neem tree looked up. The dark clouds were moving one after the other. They moved faster towards the neem tree.
'Will the clouds stop the fire? Will they save the little birds?'
The neem tree looked hopefully at the clouds.
Count the Word
Can you count the word *clouds* from the passage? How many times it repeat? Find it and put a round around the word.
Activity - 1. (page: 60.)
There are four pictures in jumbled order. First give numbers and make them in order. Then select suitable sentence and write below the picture.
TREES (song, page: 59.)
There is an action song in our text book. Its about trees. Ganga sang the song with action and we enjoyed.
There are many trees around us.
Neem
Peepal
Banyan
Coconut
Mango
Banana
Tamarind
Gulmohar
Eucalyptus and
Ashoka
are the names of some trees mentioned in this poem.
Sing this song and Dance
Take a video and send it to our group.
Do not fail to understand the message of the song.
We have to plant trees everywhere. They give us fresh air, food, shade and many more. So trees are our precious friends. Plant some more saplings before rain ends. | eng | 715d97e4-3b99-47fd-ac62-0090384849b9 | https://www.lpsahelper.in/2020/11/teachers-note-24-november-2020.html |
Sensory Activities
This may be a particularly difficult time for some of our children who benefit from a varied sensory diet. If you are looking for simple activities to do at home with your child, the following links have lots of ideas.
Sensory Learning Activities: An A-Z.
Story Massage – Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm.
Follow "Story Massage Programme" on Facebook watch the live story massages each Tuesday and Thursday at 2pm – they will remain on the page, so don't worry if you miss them!
They also have a website with further information about story massage: | eng | 69b7f54a-59e6-4ce9-a497-23ac3198ed85 | https://greyfriars.academy/2020/04/02/sensory-activities/ |
It's so amazing to watch the behaviours of these birds. Much like humans, they have their own way of communication. Hats off to the researchers for their hard work and dedication to decode their secret lives.
Nature is amazing and relaxing. Our senses become quiet while watching it and listening to it. Increasingly faster pace of life and ever louder environment force you to constantly search for new, natural methods of relaxation. That is why we create sounds to calm the nerves and facilitate a healthy and restful sleep.
…and "they" say there is no God: The complimentary aspect of male/female binary biological order demonstrates design and purpose by an intelligent mind, GOD. Evolutionary theory can never explain this. | eng | a0b0ad33-b772-4953-914f-9971144f9c5a | https://filmreelz.com/our-planet-birds-of-paradise-exclusive-clip-netflix/ |
Whatever Happened To Mall Culture?
From the perfect teenage hangout, to being destroyed by Covid-19 and the online world, what happened to mall culture?
Shopping: it's universal, everyone does it in some capacity. Whether you need a couple things in the grocery store, or you want to let off some steam on some new clothes and accessories, that's when you shop.
Of course, we live in the age of the internet where online shopping has become more profitable than ever before (and that's its own separate issue).
But how was it when online shopping wasn't the hottest way to shop? Well, there was the mall.
Malls used to be a massive staple in American living, it even sprawled into its own unique culture- simply called "mall culture," and it was incredibly popular. Especially in the 1980's and the 1990's, hitting its peak in the early 2000's.
However, malls seem to have decreased in popularity in recent years. According to californialocal.com, "There were 1,500 malls in 2005, 1,150 in 2022. That's a drop of about 23 percent, albeit over a 17-year, rather than a five-year, period."
This brings up a major question: Is there even an audience for malls anymore? If all these malls are closing down, is mall culture considered dead now?
Well, that's complicated. However, we need to figure out how this massive culture even started in the first place.
Although open air shopping centers have been a thing since the concept of the Middle East's marketplaces and bazaars, America's first attempt was a shopping arcade in Rhode Island.
Then, in 1954, open air shopping centers spread everywhere in America and it came from the mind of Viennese architect, Victor Gruen. Well, that's the name he called himself in the U.S. at least; his real name was Viktor Grünbaum.
Gruen immigrated to the U.S. during World War II in 1938. After that, he was hired to design storefronts at Fifth Avenue in New York City, which then spiraled into Gruen to start a new project: the first ever American mall.
Keep in mind: when Gruen immigrated to New York, he only had eight bucks to his name, and didn't speak any English. Yet he made something that would revolutionize American consumerism and culture forever, despite his intentions.
In 1956, he designed and opened the Southdale Shopping Center in Edina, Minnesota. It was a two-story building, complete with multiple connecting escalators, and a full courtyard covered by one roof.
This mall, smack dab in the middle of the Minnesota suburbs, became a massive success, to the point where it became almost as big as Disneyland- in terms of the immaculate press it received.
The way Gruen saw it; it was like a center of community. According to him, the mall would be someplace special- "the third place" sociologists would call it. Something that wasn't work or home, where people could socialize and hang out.
However, that's not exactly how it spiraled to be.
Before the production of Gruen's mall, there were loads of other malls, but none indoor and akin to Gruen's design. But when his mall blew up the way it did, roughly 240 indoor malls went up by 1970.
Californialocal.com has written a whole article about the main history of the mall, and also brought in some good insight from Gruen himself about his grand invention. His words read as follows:
"I am often called the father of the shopping mall. I would like to take this opportunity to disclaim paternity once and for all," Gruen said in 1978, two years before he died at age 76. "I refuse to pay alimony to those bastard developments. They destroyed our cities."
So, did malls destroy our cities? Well, who's to say? But what we do know is the impact of the mall- and it was massive.
What started as a simple place for communities to hang out, became a teenage hangout by the dawn of the 1980's, and this was when mall culture started to develop.
Things such as the copious amount of entertainment, shops, and food courts are the key to the basic mall. Everything else is almost secondary. On average, there's a general lack of problems in the average mall as well.
Most malls have massive parking lots, this was supposed to reduce struggles with parking. That's because they're made to satisfy the customer for the prime experience.
However, the peak of the mall hit in the 2000's. While the movies from the 1980's (such as Fast Times At Ridgemont High and Mallrats) kicked the mall more into the limelight, the new century was the best for the American mall.
But as the saying went, "hindsight is 20/20," so how are malls holding up now?
Along with the mall in the 1990's, a small new invention was being brought into the world, that being the internet. And by 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic shut everything down, including malls.
During this time, online shopping grew immensely popular, only because there wasn't any other way to shop otherwise. But it somewhat stuck, because of its convenience.
Of course, malls are still around. It wouldn't make sense to get rid of an American staple in its entirety. However, in recent years, it feels different- and those are considered dead malls. The number of dead malls have been increasing as of late, mostly due to the lack of anchor stores keeping them in business.
A good chunk of these malls have either been abandoned (such as the Cincinnati Mall in Ohio, Carousel Mall in San Bernardino, California, and Northridge Mall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) or straight up demolished (like the Dixie Square Mall in Harvey, Illinois and Niagara Square in Niagara Falls, Ontario).
Now that dead malls are taking the place of these shopping communities, are there any alternatives to the mall? Sadly, not really, especially in terms of teen hangouts.
According to qz.com, they've reported on the teen demographic of malls, and how it's decreased over the recent years. From them, it reads,
"Teen mall traffic has declined by 30% over the past decade, according to Piper Jaffray's 27th semi-annual study into teen behavior (which incorporates a survey of nearly 7,500 teens). Teens averaged 29 visits to the mall in the year to spring 2014, compared to 38 visits in 2007."
Dead malls are becoming more of a reality, teens (the main core demographic of malls) don't find the mall desirable anymore, and the rise of the internet and online shopping have become almost a triple threat in replacing the mall.
However, this isn't to say that malls have no future. With COVID-19 restrictions being lifted with time, people are determined to get out in the world more. Malls are one of those places people want to experience again after such isolation.
Maybe soon, malls can have a big boom again, possibly hit a new peak like they did in the early 2000's. But who really is to say? | eng | a3ea6974-7ea4-436d-b349-3a3a27006319 | https://cmhs.news/whatever-happened-to-mall-culture/ |
What is an eccentric butterfly valve?
In simple industrial butterfly valves the shaft is located in the centre of the disc. The disc in high performance butterfly halves is eccentric: the shaft is offset from the centreline of the valve body, the geometry of the disc/seat sealing surface is altered (conical profile). These valves are used for more challenging applications, or larger diameters. This design alternations lower the torque required to reverse the valve. | eng | 9231d92b-a503-4472-8c8f-a624706550da | https://www.tubes-international.com/faq-items/what-is-an-eccentric-butterfly-valve/ |
suffers from similar problems to Scala, where it tries to blend OO concepts in with FP concepts.
Variance is where this flares up terribly because it doesn't provide any explicit support for covariance or contravariance.
You end up with invariance and subtyping in a bunch of places which is not a nice combination.
Protocols like Equatable and Hashable are implemented with compiler magic for arrays and tuples.
Which means that you run into trouble with generic functions that say accept two instances of the same type which is Equatable if you pass an array of ints.
You can't say "for a List if the elements are Equatable the List is equatable" IIRC.
This one annoys me no end as we've had to fudge our way around it several times on the same project.
For some reason that eludes me, Optional<T> is given all sorts of special case syntax ("if let" and "guard let") which is like a crap version of "for yield" from Scala or do notation in Haskell that only works on that | eng | 565f71e2-e099-47f0-8f8c-8901d4356c16 | https://gist.github.com/seanparsons |
Tips for Training Your New Puppy
It's an absolute joy for family members when they get a new puppy. Usually, puppies are quite young and require lots of care and training. With the right training, a new puppy can become a well-behaved member of the family.
Here are some tips:
Teach good habits from the start:
In order for your puppy to learn good habits, be mindful of the behaviours that you encourage. For instance, if he usually greets you whenever you enter the door by jumping on you, and in return you sweet talk and pet him, he will learn that jumping is what gets positive attention and will jump on every person who walks through the door. This might be cute when he's little but becomes a problem when he's bigger. To prevent this habit from developing, ignore your puppy when you get home. Give him attention only when he is calm and not demanding it.
Use proper equipment:
A well-fitted collar and leash are a must for training and safety during outdoor excursions. Avoid chain leashes; a soft cotton leash is a better alternative. Avoid taking long walks when your puppy is young. Play is the most important exercise.
Provide lots of safe entertainment:
Like children, puppies require more entertainment than adult dogs. A sandbox provides a wonderful place for a puppy to dig, romp, and even rest. Stock the box with several safe toys like a Kong or treat ball. Chewing is an important part of a pup's development.
Ensure adequate nutrition:
Some behavioural problems can be traced to a poor diet. Check that the food you are providing has proper nutrition with meat ingredients being primary and minimal added grains or meat by-products.
Be a leader:
Who do you want to be the alpha dog in your home? Puppies, even when they are very young, are trying to figure out who is in charge and if they can manipulate you. Establish some rules early on before your older puppy starts testing you and you find her difficult to control.
Expose to new things:
A new puppy should be exposed to traffic, children playing, dogs barking, vacuum cleaners and other, everyday stimuli. She should learn to tolerate without chasing or barking at them. Be careful that any dog your puppy meets is fully vaccinated and the greeting is calm and controlled so she doesn't have a bad experience | eng | 834f3411-4e9c-4b35-ae91-4dce81cbf63f | https://barkbusters.ca/blog/tips-training-your-new-puppy/ |
Cats and Catnips
Using catnip for cats is a great way to calm your pet and relieve their stress. However, before you decide to use the plant you should be aware of the risks.
It causes a mild hallucinogenic reaction
During the 1600s, catnip was used as a mild sedative for humans. It was also used to treat colic and excessive flatulence in infants. The plant was used as a substitute for marijuana. It was also chewed, sprayed, and brewed into a tea.
A number of studies have been performed on cats and catnip to find out how it affects cats. They have concluded that catnip causes a chemical reaction in the feline brain that is similar to a hallucinogenic drug.
A chemical found in the catnip plant called nepetalactone binds to receptors in the cat's nose. This stimulates sensory neurons that lead into the cat's brain. This reaction is believed to cause felines to become intoxicated.
The olfactory bulb is a part of the brain that is involved in the regulation of emotions. When cats sniff catnip, the olfactory bulb sends a signal to the amygdala. The amygdala is the emotional response center of the brain.
There are other plants with a similar effect on cats. These include teucrium marum and valerian. The cats seem to have visual hallucinations when they smell these plants.
However, the effects of these plants are not as pronounced as those of catnip. When they are smoked or eaten, the cats experience a mild hallucinogenic effect.
Most cats react to catnip in a calm and relaxing manner. But some cats can be highly excited and act crazy for several minutes.
It can calm your cat to relieve anxiety
Using catnips to calm your cat can be a safe and effective way to reduce your pet's anxiety. Whether your cat is going to the vet or simply needs to relax after a long day, you can give them a quick dose of this herb.
The main ingredient in catnip is nepetalactone. This compound stimulates the brain's sensory neurons and causes dopamine release, which is what makes your cat feel good. It is also a mild opiate-like substance that acts as a mild pain reliever.
Aside from using catnip to calm your cat, you can also use other herbs to soothe your pet's nerves. For example, chamomile flowers are known to promote relaxation in cats. These flowers contain substances that act on the brain, nervous system, and even the heart.
Catnip is a plant native to Europe and Asia. It is considered to be a mint-family plant. It can be purchased in the form of toys, sprays, or loose herbs. You can also mix the herb with valerian root to help your cat to relax.
You can also make a catnip tea. This is a natural remedy that can be used to ease dry skin and nerves. You can also make a liquid spray of the herb that can be applied to scratching posts or beds.
It may behave differently than other cats
Whether you're a cat owner or just an animal lover, chances are you've heard of catnip. The plant may sound like a weed, but in fact, it's an enlightened herb with an essential oil called nepetalactone, which has been known to produce euphoria in cats.
Luckily for pet owners, catnip can be enjoyed in many forms, including fresh, dried, and even in a spray. While it's recommended you leave the actual plant in the house, it's also a good idea to keep a close eye on your pet. The key is to make sure the cat doesn't ingest too much of it at once.
The plant is actually quite safe to ingest, and even beneficial to your pet's health. Having your cat sniff, lick, and nibble the leaves can be a nice way to stimulate social interactions between your feline. The oils can be released through your cat's actions, causing a pleasant aroma.
Aside from being safe, catnip can actually help reduce stress in your household. Catnip can be used as a toy or as a food additive. As a bonus, it also helps to reduce shedding, making it a win-win situation. If your feline isn't too fond of the plant, try reintroducing it in moderation.
The best way to get your cat's attention is by offering it the best rewards in the form of tasty treats, playtime, and attention. A good rule of thumb is to give catnip every other day, and then allow it to graze on it for the rest of the week | eng | fd506b55-8dbc-4249-af49-287dbd2090d7 | https://pawsandme.co/blogs/news/cats-and-catnips |
Graceful arms and French nailhead trim add a refined air to this ultra comfy and roomy sectional. The plump, plush seats invite you to sink in and stay awhile. Available in 6 different layouts, with custom options available, there isn't a family or living room that the Pembroke wouldn't fit into. | eng | 9c54035c-7201-47ce-b8d0-5ba01825cf94 | https://www.bunnywilliamshome.com/products/pembroke-sectional |
Wasteful fresh produce supply chains are ready for a radical overhaul. In episode five of World of Fresh Ideas, Elad Mardix of Clarifruit and Amir Weitmann of Champel Capital explain why they believe artificial intelligence can change quality control forever | eng | 47ef8d5a-486a-476a-a3ca-eb90f2251ee1 | https://www.fruitnet.com/israel/514.subject |
10 Jun Walking Is the Answer
Walking may be the answer to your problems. How much exercise do you get a week? You should be getting 30 minutes a day experts say, but most of us really don't get that much time in. I suggest you go walking in your neighborhood, and get in some form of exercise at least twice a week. Doctors say walking is a great way to feed your brain the blood and oxygen it needs to perform better.
Exercising can do a lot for people who do it regularly. The body needs to sweat and walking is a great way to do that, in most cases. Dick Gregory, speaker and author, who once weighed three hundred pounds, believed walking was the answer to a lot of people's overweight issues.
Also, people leave out the importance of drinking water with their work out routine. 2021 brought a lot of stress to people's lives, but a lot of people didn't take the initiative to reevaluate their health. Mental Health and physical health security will be of the up most importance in 2022 and walking should be a big part of that lifestyle. Walking definitely can improve your health. The different styles of walking like Power Walking has a lot of people falling in love with the concept of speed walking while burning calories and getting in shape. | eng | 6c0e9654-d486-4b86-8922-54ab7c5fcd80 | https://thedigitaldopeman.com/walking-is-the-answer/ |
Al Hopkins Presentation on Resophonics, 85 Years of History, November 19, 2012
Al Hopkins with Resonator Guitar
Al Hopkins of Golden Link Society captivated Rochester Guitar Club members with his thorough and well organized presentation on Resophonics, taking us through its eighty-five year history as well as the many changes in technology and economics that have occurred up to the present time.
Up Close
It all began in 1908 when the Dopyera brothers immigrated from what later became Czechoslovakia to Los Angeles. They were skilled woodworkers and metal smiths and soon put their talents to work making and repairing fiddles as well as other wooden string instruments while earning patents for improvements on the banjo.
In the 1920's, vaudeville promoter George Beauchamp approached them looking for a guitar loud enough to be heard over other instruments. They collaborated to combine the technologies of the traditional guitar and the new-fangled radio speaker, experimenting with plastics, cardboard, thin wood and metal, finally settling on aluminum. They proceeded to invent a guitar with three aluminum cones mounted underneath the bridge, creating a mechanical amplifier. Their search for a louder instrument resulted in the formation of two companies, National and Dobro, and the creation of the distinctive American sound of the resonator guitar. This instrument was three to four times louder than a normal acoustic and had a rich, metallic tone.
Check It Out!
The resonator guitar initially sold well, and eventually met with enormous success becoming the staple in jazz clubs and movie houses across the US. Several years later, the brothers separated from the corporation and founded Dobro (the name they also gave to the instrument), their own company, a play on words derived from the "Do" in Dopyera and "bro" from Brothers. The word also means "good" in Slovak, fitting well with their promotional slogan: Dobro means good in any language!
With the onset of the Depression, the National Company began to have financial difficulties and after several years of manufacturing, they decided to move the company to Chicago where they were also able to obtain cowhide for manufacturing banjos. Unlike the earlier tricone design, the Dobro had a single resonator cone and was inverted, with its concave surface facing up. The Dobro Company described this as a bowl shaped resonator. The Dobro was louder than the tricone and cheaper to produce. The cost of manufacturing had, in their opinion, priced the resonator guitar beyond the reach of many players, and the failure to convince fellow directors at the National to produce a single-cone version was part of the motivation for leaving. Eventually this design was also applied to other instruments such as mandolins and ukuleles.
The Petting Zoo!
In the early days, Hawaiian music had been one of the reasons for the popularity of the resonator instruments, but in later years it was their use in bluegrass and country music that kept the interest in resonators alive even after the volume was no longer an issue due to electronic amplification. Today, well made resonator guitars are available in the U.S., but tend to be expensive. Reasonably good instruments at an affordable price are made in China and the Czech Republic.
Al's fascinating discussion of the history and development of the resonator guitar generated a lively discussion on various aspects of the instrument. He followed this up with his instrumental 'petting zoo' for anyone interested in trying standard, Hawaiian, or blues slide techniques on vintage and modern Nationals and Dobros. Those of us present responded enthusiastically to this offer trying out a variety of unusual instruments! | eng | e8acde04-306c-4e7a-b904-8c7632e0c44b | http://www.rochesterguitarclub.com/articles_441.html |
What is a Bunion?
A bunion, or hallux valgus, is a bony bump that protrudes from the base of your big toe. Bunions are caused by a misalignment of the bones in the foot and toes, often the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP) between your first and second toes.
It's most common among women and can also occur in children. Heredity plays a role, as do other factors that increase the risk of developing bunions, including foot injuries and flat feet.
Causes
Bunions can develop from a variety of causes. They are most 拇趾外翻 common in women, and are thought to be triggered by wearing shoes that are too narrow around the big toe.
Other risk factors include flat feet, low arches, and loose joints and tendons. Rheumatoid arthritis can also increase a person's chances of developing bunions.
Adolescents are also more prone to getting bunions. This may be a result of changing their footwear so often, which puts extra pressure on their feet.
Although there are some nonsurgical treatments for bunion, surgery is the only treatment that can actually reverse a bunion. The goal of nonsurgical treatment is to reduce pain and keep the bunion from getting worse. Other treatment options include icing your foot before and after long periods of standing, wearing shoes with arch supports or bunion pads, taking anti-inflammatory medications, and using natural anti-inflammatory supplements. Surgical options are sometimes recommended for severe bunions that cannot be treated with other methods.
Symptoms
A bunion is a bony bump that appears at the base of your big toe (also called your first toe). It usually forms when your metatarsal bone shifts toward the inside of your foot.
This causes the big toe to push forward against the second toe. It also causes the joint at the base of your big toe (called the MTP joint) to become enlarged.
Bunions can develop in people with a wide range of risk factors, including heredity and certain foot shape or biomechanics issues. They can also happen as a result of a traumatic injury to the ligaments that hold your foot together.
Pain, swelling and stiffness are often the first symptoms of a bunion. These can be relieved by taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) or naproxen sodium (Aleve) are common medications to treat the pain of a bunion.
Diagnosis
When a bunion is diagnosed, doctors examine your foot to see if it is caused by a structural problem in the joint. Bunions develop at the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, which is where the big toe bone and a metatarsal bone meet.
The doctor will look for changes in the position of the MTP joint. If the bone in the joint shifts toward the inside of your foot, it causes the big toe to angle outward.
If a bunion isn't corrected, it can become painful. It can also interfere with walking or putting on shoes.
Nonsurgical treatments can be very effective in reducing pain, swelling and other symptoms of a bunion. If these don't help, your provider may recommend surgery to correct the bunion and realign your bones.
Treatment
A bunion can interfere with your daily activities, but there are a number of treatments available. They will not completely fix your bunions, but they can relieve pain and keep them from getting worse.
Surgical treatment is sometimes necessary when nonsurgical treatments aren't enough to relieve the symptoms of a bunion. These procedures can include bunionectomy and osteotomy.
Bunionectomy removes the enlarged bone and realigns the joint structures. The procedure may require the use of metal pins, screws or plates.
Osteotomy, on the other hand, shaves the bony excess on the side of your foot's metatarsal head. Recovery takes a few weeks and requires the use of a postoperative shoe or orthotics.
There are also a number of other nonsurgical treatment options, including wearing wider shoes with room for the big toe and taking over-the-counter medications. If these don't help, we can also suggest physical therapy and injections to reduce pain and inflammation. | eng | b8377dcc-78c7-4d77-87f7-49c740adf1ac | https://quizcurry.com/what-is-a-bunion/ |
Want to defend against Alzheimer's? Start measuring these two things every day.
Nothing drives me crazier than seeing misinformation about Alzheimer's represented as truth in popular culture, the media, and in healthcare. There's a consistent storyline that we are led to believe that goes something like this: Alzheimer's is the luck of the draw. You don't know if you're going to get it or not. And if you do, there's nothing you can do about it.
False. False. False.
Alzheimer's is not random. There are clear risk factors that raise or lower your chances of developing the disease. One of the biggest is metabolic health. If you're worried about getting Alzheimer's, start measuring these two things every day!
Fasting blood sugar
Every cell in your body is designed to use two primary sources of fuel: simple carbohydrates and fat. Simple carbohydrates ("sugars" or "glucose") are the easiest and fastest form of energy that your body can use…under normal conditions.
When you eat simple carbohydrates (i.e. sugar!) it's broken down in your digestive tract, absorbed through the lining of your gut, and shunted into your bloodstream where it travels to every organ and cell of your body. This process happens super fast and generates an intense burst of energy. Sugar likely helped your early human forebears escape from prehistoric animals at least once!
But sugar then wasn't like sugar today. Then, sugar was a rare treat. It was the piece of seasonal fruit rotting on the ground or — once humans learned to cook — root vegetables and wild grasses. But it sure wasn't like today when the average American consumes about two and half a pounds of sugar every week.
So how do you know if you're eating the right amount of sugar for your body? Check your fasting blood glucose every morning right when you wake up. Do it before drinking coffee, exercising, or stressing about your day because all of these raise blood sugar. If your fasting blood glucose is 99 mg/dL or below, that's good. It means that any simple carbs you ate last night have been successfully used as energy.
If your fasting blood glucose is 100 mg/dL or above, that's not so good. It means that the simple carbs you ate for dinner last night… | eng | bf7bb56e-9fd2-4233-a18f-109ea0c29765 | https://tamaraclaunch.medium.com/worried-about-alzheimers-start-measuring-these-two-things-every-day-dfd7a38f0afe?source=post_internal_links---------0---------------------------- |
Semantic parsing is the task of producing structured meaning representations for natural language sentences. Recent research has pointed out that the commonly-used sequence-to-sequence (seq2seq) semantic parsers struggle to generalize systematically, i.e. to handle examples that require recombining known knowledge in novel settings. In this work, we show that better systematic generalization can be achieved by producing the meaning representation directly as a graph and not as a sequence. To this end we propose LAGr (Label Aligned Graphs), a general framework to produce semantic parses by independently predicting node and edge labels for a complete multi-layer input-aligned graph. The strongly-supervised LAGr algorithm requires aligned graphs as inputs, whereas weakly-supervised LAGr infers alignments for originally unaligned target graphs using approximate maximum-a-posteriori inference. Experiments demonstrate that LAGr achieves significant improvements in systematic generalization upon the baseline seq2seq parsers in both strongly- and weakly-supervised settings. | eng | f7e9d452-92f9-486e-a85c-d896e501e7d3 | https://aclanthology.org/people/d/dora-jambor/ |
What is Estate Planning?
When someone passes away, his or her property must somehow pass to another person. In the United States, any competent adult has the right to choose the manner in which his or her assets are distributed after his or her passing. (The main exception to this general rule involves what is called a spousal right of election which disallows the complete disinheritance of a spouse in most states.) | eng | 6b317460-0a80-48d5-8677-bd02344cf3fb | https://curtinheefner.com/faq-items/what-is-estate-planning/ |
Residential Assisted Living: A Safe Option For Seniors During COVID-19 pandemic. Most senior living communities have closed their dining halls, stopped group activities, and restricted movement of their residents as a way to prevent the disease's spread. This "lockdown" has taken both emotional and physical tolls on families and residents of these facilities. There is a different model that offers unique advantages when it comes to dealing with risk from pandemics. Residential Assisted Living (RAL) offers all of the specialized care that an assisted living facility would for your loved one but in a smaller, more home-like environment. RALs have been around the southern states for years but have recently received a lot of attention due to their unique benefits when dealing with viral breakouts. The following addresses some of the top reasons RALs are safer when dealing with COVID-19 and other viral outbreaks. LESS TRAFFIC With only 10-16 residents at an RAL, there are far less caregivers and support staff needed when compared to a large assisted living facility. The number of people entering the building on a daily basis is greatly reduced at a residential home. Having that small number of workers decreases the foot-traffic and thus decreases the risk for spreading infection. MORE INDIVIDUALIZED CARE Most RALs have a low caregiver-to-resident ratio because of its small population size. There are typically only 6 residents to one caregiver during the day which enables the staff to monitor each resident more carefully. This allows caregivers to closely assess for any early signs or symptoms of illness and perform more frequent checks on each resident. LESS SURFACE AREA This one basically explains itself. Residential homes do not have a lobby, multiple recreation rooms, an elevator, or multiple dining halls; thereby having much less surface area to disinfect. A typical RAL might be anywhere from 5000-9000 square feet whereas a facility has well over 100,000 square feet of space for germs to live. Less surface area equals less risk. LOCKDOWN With having such a small population, residents of a Residential Assisted Living home will not need to be isolated in their rooms in the event of a lockdown. The home is small enough so everyone under the roof they can interact and isolate as family does during a lockdown (unless, of course, someone does become infected, then he/she would have to quarantine in their room). There is also plenty of outdoor space around a residential home to allow each resident to get out and get some fresh air. The secured outdoor space also allows for safe distance visits with family. Most residential homes are a single-story that would allow safe, more frequent window visits with family for the protection of residents. The choice to commit to an assisted living facility is a stressful decision, especially during the times of a pandemic. Residential Assisted Living homes have less staff, less square footage for germs to live, and lower caregiver-to-resident ratios. Residents of a RAL can live comfortably and have the support and socialization needed to sustain physical and mental well-being during the pandemic times we are facing. | eng | ffb0564d-7395-4d2f-86e4-6407ee4b6602 | https://twohearts.care/residential-assisted-living-a-safe-option-for-seniors-during-covid-19/ |
#Armed Forces Flag Day#
Today is the 7th of December, and we observe the day across the country as Armed Forces Flag day.
Real-life superheroes of the Armed forces are honored annually on Flag Day of India. This day allows citizens to take responsibility for looking after disabled servicemen, families, and dependents of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country.
History
We all know that, in 1949, the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund was established by the committee of the Defence Minister. All the associated welfare funds such as funds for war victims, Kendriya Sainik Board Fund, ex-servicemen's welfare fund, and other units, were united to make a single Armed Forces Flag Day fund in the year 1993 by the Defense Ministry of India.
The fund collection is managed by the local arms of the Kendriya Sainik Board in India, which is a part of the Ministry of Defense.
Yes, the primary aim is to collect funds from people for the betterment of the Armed Forces Staff. and observe this day to honor the soldiers, sailors, and airmen of India that have laid down their lives in the country's service.
The objective:
The main objective of the Armed Forces Flag Day is to collect funds from people for the betterment of the Armed Forces staff just by selling batches, stickers, and other items.
We also focused the annual celebration to provide rehabilitation to the war victims, resettlement, and well-being of the ex-servicemen personnel. Hence,
We observe armed Forces Flag Day to honor the martyrs and men in uniform who valiantly fought and continue to fight for our country's honor. The day reinforces the cultural connection between the Indians and the Armed Forces personnel.
HOW TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE ARMED FORCES FLAG FUND:
I remember the days when we all Bank staff members contribute our one-day salary to their fund and remember their sacrifices for our nation.
Yes, we can contribute to the Armed Forces on Flag Day, by either contributing online or through a cheque or deposit directly to the bank. Apart from that, we can also contribute online at
We are safe, happy, and smiling because we have our armed forces taking charge of their duties. Let us salute our Indian armed forces who have always been there to protect us from all threats. | eng | 783b539f-d673-46a2-b317-c30efaaf01e2 | https://retiredkalam.com/2022/12/07/armed-forces-flag-day/ |
Maxwell Relations
Description
This simulation is a step-by-step guide to deriving the Maxwell relations, a group of equations that relate properties such as pressure, temperature, enthalpy, entropy, internal energy, and specific volume. There is also an analogous example that derives second-order differential equations relating a cylinder's change in volume dV to the change in radius dr and length dL. | eng | 6f82fbe5-228d-4fe2-9b2d-686edbfcbb88 | https://learncheme.com/simulations/physical-chemistry/maxwell-relations/ |
Best Metaverse Blogs and Hashtags to Follow in 2023
Welcome to the world of the Metaverse! This online virtual space is quickly becoming a popular destination for people around the globe. As we head into 2023, it's important to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in this exciting world. That's why we've put together a list of the best Metaverse blogs and hashtags to follow, so you can stay informed and engaged with all the latest news and trends. From immersive technology to online virtual communities, we've got you covered.
Key Takeaways
Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the Metaverse by following the best Metaverse blogs and hashtags.
Explore immersive technology and online virtual communities in the Metaverse.
Keep an eye on emerging trends and the future of the internet in the Metaverse.
Be aware of privacy and security concerns when navigating the Metaverse.
What is the Metaverse and Why is it Important?
The Metaverse is a virtual world where people interact with each other using immersive technology such as augmented reality and virtual reality. Think of it as an online version of the physical world that we live in, but with endless possibilities for customization and exploration. In this digital world, users can create their own avatars, purchase virtual real estate, attend virtual events, and engage in activities that mirror the real world.
Immersive technology blogs and augmented reality websites are the best places to learn about the Metaverse and its importance. As we move towards a more interconnected world, the Metaverse offers unique opportunities for social interaction and commerce. It has the potential to revolutionize the way we work, play and connect with each other.
One of the key benefits of the Metaverse is its ability to bring people together from all over the world in a shared virtual space. This means that individuals who are physically distanced from each other can still connect and collaborate in a meaningful way. Additionally, the Metaverse offers an unparalleled level of virtual immersion and personalization, which can enhance the user experience compared to traditional online interactions.
The potential applications of the Metaverse are vast, ranging from educational platforms to e-commerce sites. As immersive technology and augmented reality continue to evolve, so too will the capabilities of virtual worlds. The Metaverse represents the future of the internet, and it is essential to stay informed about its developments.
Top Metaverse Blogs to Watch Out For
If you're looking for insightful and informative content about the metaverse, you've come to the right place. Here are some of the best metaverse blogs to keep tabs on:
VR Focus provides comprehensive coverage of VR, AR, and the metaverse. It features news, reviews, and in-depth analyses of the latest technology advancements.
Whether you're interested in virtual reality blogs or immersive technology blogs, these resources offer valuable insights into the metaverse. Keep up with the latest developments and stay informed about the future of online communities.
Exploring Metaverse Hashtags
Hashtags are an essential part of online communication, and the metaverse is no exception. Using the right hashtags can help you discover new communities, stay up-to-date with the latest news, and connect with like-minded individuals.
Some popular metaverse hashtags include #metaverse, #virtualworlds, #virtualreality, #AR, #VR, and #digitalworld. These hashtags are used to tag posts related to the metaverse, immersive technology, augmented reality, and other related topics.
Additionally, you can also use more specific hashtags depending on your interests. For example, if you're into gaming in the metaverse, you can use hashtags such as #metaversegames or #virtualgaming. If you're interested in virtual fashion, you can use hashtags like #metaversefashion or #virtualclothing.
When using hashtags, it's essential to remember to keep them relevant to your topic. Using irrelevant hashtags can harm your credibility and make it harder for people to find your content. Additionally, it's essential to strike a balance between using too few and too many hashtags.
Overall, exploring metaverse hashtags can be a fun and rewarding way to engage with the online virtual community. So why not give it a try and see what new connections and opportunities you discover?
Metaverse Influencers to Follow
The metaverse is an exciting new world, but as with any new frontier, it can be difficult to know where to start. Thankfully, there are plenty of influencers out there who are exploring this new world and sharing their experiences. Here are a few of the top metaverse influencers to follow:
Name
Platform
Followers
Wagner James Au
Twitter
22.4k
Ebbe Altberg
Twitter
10.6k
Cathy Hackl
Twitter
25.3k
Vincent Bragg
Twitter
6.4k
Wagner James Au is a journalist and author who has been covering the virtual world Second Life for over a decade. He's also the author of "The Making of Second Life" and "Game Design Secrets". Ebbe Altberg is the CEO of Linden Lab, the company responsible for Second Life, and is a key figure in the development of the metaverse. Cathy Hackl is an AR/VR expert who has been named one of the top 10 Tech Voices on LinkedIn. Vincent Bragg is a metaverse entrepreneur who has founded several companies in the space.
Following these influencers will give you insight into the latest developments in the metaverse, as well as a better understanding of how the technology is being used. You'll also get tips on how to navigate this new world, and discover new virtual spaces to explore.
The Future of Internet and the Metaverse
The metaverse is quickly becoming a hot topic in the tech world, and for good reason. As we continue to look towards the future of the internet, the metaverse is poised to play a major role in shaping how we interact with each other online. With the potential to create fully immersive experiences that go far beyond what we're currently able to achieve, it's easy to see why so many people are excited about the possibilities.
But what does the future of the internet look like with the metaverse in the mix? For one, we can expect to see a significant shift towards more personalized online experiences. As we move towards a more connected world, the ability to tailor our online experiences to our specific needs and preferences will become increasingly important. This could take the form of everything from personalized avatars to virtual assistants that know exactly what we need before we even ask.
Another area where we can expect to see major changes is in the realm of social interaction. Virtual worlds have the potential to create entirely new communities that span the globe, providing new opportunities for connection and collaboration. With the metaverse, it's possible to create a virtual world that feels just as real and engaging as the physical world, making it easier for people to come together around shared interests and goals.
Of course, with all these changes comes a need to think carefully about privacy and security. As we create more immersive online experiences, we also open ourselves up to new types of risks and vulnerabilities. It will be up to developers and users alike to work together to create a metaverse that is both secure and welcoming.
Conclusion
The metaverse is still in its early stages, but it's clear that it has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with each other online. As we continue to explore the possibilities of this exciting new technology, it's important to keep an eye on the latest trends and developments in order to stay ahead of the curve. With the right approach, the metaverse could be a key part of shaping the future of internet and online interactions for years to come.
Building an Online Virtual Community in the Metaverse
One of the most exciting aspects of the metaverse is the potential to create and foster online virtual communities. From social gatherings to gaming events, the metaverse offers endless opportunities for individuals to come together and connect in a virtual space. Building an online virtual community in the metaverse can be a rewarding experience, but it requires careful planning and execution.
To start building a virtual community, it's important to first identify the purpose and goals of the community. Is it a social space for like-minded individuals to connect and share common interests? Or is it a space for gaming enthusiasts to come together and compete in virtual tournaments? Once the purpose is established, it's time to start building the virtual space itself.
There are a variety of online virtual community websites and platforms available for creating a metaverse space. Some popular options include Second Life, VR Chat, and Decentraland. These platforms offer tools and resources for building and customizing virtual spaces, allowing for endless possibilities and creativity.
When designing the virtual space, it's important to consider the needs and preferences of the community members. Are they looking for a space that is visually stunning and immersive? Or do they value ease of navigation and functionality over aesthetics? By keeping the community's needs in mind, the virtual space can be designed to meet these preferences and ensure a positive user experience.
Creating a sense of community within the virtual space is also crucial for building and maintaining a successful online virtual community. This can be achieved through regular events and activities, such as group gaming sessions or virtual book clubs. By fostering social connections and encouraging engagement, the virtual community can become a vibrant and supportive space for members to connect and interact.
Overall, building an online virtual community in the metaverse requires careful planning and execution, but the rewards can be significant. By creating a space for like-minded individuals to connect and engage, virtual communities can offer a sense of belonging and community in a digital world.
Emerging Trends in the Metaverse
The concept of the metaverse, essentially, a virtual world where individuals can engage with one another in a three-dimensional environment, is rapidly gaining popularity. As a result, the industry is expanding at an unprecedented pace, with new technologies and innovations constantly being developed. Keeping up with the latest trends is, therefore, crucial for any metaverse enthusiast.
To stay ahead of the curve, it is essential to follow the best metaverse blogs. These blogs provide valuable insights on the latest trends and developments in the metaverse. They help readers understand the potential of the metaverse and how it can be leveraged to create immersive experiences that are engaging and meaningful.
Additionally, future of internet blogs and augmented reality websites are also valuable sources of information when it comes to emerging trends in the metaverse. These blogs and websites provide readers with a glimpse into the future of the internet and how the metaverse will shape it.
One of the most exciting trends in the metaverse is the emergence of new immersive technologies. Augmented reality (AR) is one such technology that is rapidly gaining traction. AR makes it possible to superimpose digital information onto the physical world, creating a unique and immersive experience. Companies like Magic Leap and Niantic are already exploring the potential of AR in the metaverse, and we can expect to see more in the near future.
Another interesting trend in the metaverse is the rise of virtual real estate. As the metaverse grows, land in the virtual world has become a valuable commodity. Companies like Decentraland and Sandbox have already started selling virtual real estate, and the demand for it is only growing.
As the metaverse continues to evolve and expand, it is important to stay informed about the latest trends and developments. By following the best metaverse blogs, future of internet blogs, and augmented reality websites, you can gain valuable insights into the future of the internet and the potential of the metaverse.
Exploring Immersive Experiences in the Metaverse
The metaverse is changing the way we experience the digital world, offering us more interactive and immersive experiences than ever before. With the use of immersive technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), users can explore digital environments that feel almost as real as the physical world.
Immersive technology blogs and augmented reality websites are great resources for those interested in learning more about the latest developments in this area. They offer insights into how these technologies are being used in the metaverse and how they're changing the way we interact with digital content.
For example, one of the latest trends in immersive experiences is the use of haptic feedback. Haptic feedback allows users to interact with digital content using their sense of touch, making it feel more realistic and engaging. According to some immersive technology blogs, haptic feedback has the potential to revolutionize the way we experience the metaverse, making it feel even more like a real-world environment.
Another interesting area of exploration is the use of AR in the metaverse. Augmented reality websites like AR Insider provide insights into how this technology is being used in various industries, including gaming, retail, and healthcare. For example, AR can be used to create interactive product displays in retail stores or to offer virtual tours of healthcare facilities, making it easier for patients to navigate and understand their environments.
Overall, immersive technology blogs and augmented reality websites are great resources for anyone interested in exploring the endless possibilities of the metaverse. As this technology continues to evolve, it's exciting to think about how it will change the way we interact with digital content and with each other.
Navigating Privacy and Security in the Metaverse
The Metaverse, being a virtual world, poses unique challenges when it comes to privacy and security. As more people flock to the Metaverse, it becomes even more important to understand the potential risks and take necessary precautions to safeguard personal information.
Fortunately, there are several best metaverse blogs and future of internet blogs that cover topics related to privacy and security. It's important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in this area, as they can directly impact the safety of one's online presence.
One of the most important steps for individuals to take is to carefully manage their personal information when interacting in the Metaverse. This includes being mindful of sharing details such as name, address, and other identifying information. It's also important to understand the privacy policies of any virtual world or platform before engaging in activities or transactions.
Another key consideration is the potential for cyber attacks and hacking in virtual worlds. It's crucial to use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication whenever possible. Additionally, users should be wary of suspicious links or requests for personal information, as these can be signs of phishing attempts.
Some virtual worlds may also have their own security measures in place, such as moderation and reporting systems for inappropriate behavior. It's important to familiarize oneself with these features and use them as needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience in the Metaverse.
In conclusion, with the rise of the Metaverse and the increasing number of users entering this virtual world, it's crucial to remain vigilant about privacy and security. Keeping up-to-date with the latest information and taking necessary precautions can help ensure a positive and safe experience for everyone involved.
Conclusion
As we dive into the future, the metaverse is set to redefine the way we interact with the digital world. It will bring new opportunities for engagement, community building, and immersive experiences that go beyond what we can imagine today.
To stay ahead of the game, it is important to keep tabs on the latest trends and opinions in the metaverse. Following the best metaverse blogs and websites is a great way to do this. You can also stay up to date with the latest metaverse hashtags and follow influential voices in the space.
Looking to the future, the metaverse will undoubtedly shape the trajectory of the internet in the years to come. As virtual communities continue to grow, it will be important to think about building an online presence in the metaverse. This will require creativity, technical know-how, and a firm understanding of the digital landscape.
To navigate the metaverse with confidence, we must also be mindful of privacy and security concerns. As we embrace new technologies and experiences, it is important to remember our responsibility to protect ourselves and others.
In conclusion, the metaverse is set to be one of the most exciting developments in the digital age. By staying informed and engaged, we can make the most of the opportunities it presents and help shape the future of the internet for the better. Follow the best metaverse blogs, websites, and hashtags, join virtual communities, and keep exploring the immersive experiences the metaverse has to offer.
FAQ
Q: What is the Metaverse and why is it important?
A: The Metaverse refers to a virtual reality space where users can interact with a computer-generated environment and other users. It is important because it has the potential to revolutionize how people socialize, work, and access information online.
Q: Which are the top Metaverse blogs to watch out for?
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A: You can find Metaverse hashtags on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram. Some popular Metaverse hashtags include #Metaverse, #VirtualReality, and #ImmersiveTechnology.
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A: Some influential figures in the Metaverse include [Influencer Name 1], [Influencer Name 2], and [Influencer Name 3]. These individuals are known for their expertise and contributions to the development of the Metaverse.
Q: What is the future of the internet and the Metaverse?
A: The future of the internet is closely intertwined with the Metaverse. As technology advances, the Metaverse is expected to become an integral part of our online experiences, offering immersive and interactive environments.
Q: How can I build an online virtual community in the Metaverse?
A: Building an online virtual community in the Metaverse involves creating a space where users can connect, collaborate, and interact with each other. This can be done through virtual events, discussions, and shared experiences.
Q: What are some emerging trends in the Metaverse?
A: Some emerging trends in the Metaverse include the integration of augmented reality, the rise of virtual currencies, and the development of more immersive experiences. These trends are shaping the future of the Metaverse.
Q: Where can I find immersive technology blogs?
A: You can find immersive technology blogs by searching online or through recommendations. Some popular immersive technology blogs include [Blog Name 1], [Blog Name 2], and [Blog Name 3]. These blogs cover various aspects of immersive technology and the Metaverse.
Q: How can I navigate privacy and security in the Metaverse?
A: Navigating privacy and security in the Metaverse requires being mindful of the information you share and the platforms you use. It is important to understand the privacy settings and policies of virtual spaces and take necessary precautions to protect your personal data | eng | 6264467e-8163-4b4f-8609-b4fe75a3d684 | https://blogging.org/top-metaverse-blogs/ |
The Social Life of Forests
Simard suspected that the answer was buried in the soil. Underground, trees and fungi form partnerships known as mycorrhizas: Threadlike fungi envelop and fuse with tree roots, helping them extract water and nutrients like phosphorus and nitrogen in exchange for some of the carbon-rich sugars the trees make through photosynthesis. Research had demonstrated that mycorrhizas also connected plants to one another and that these associations might be ecologically important, but most scientists had studied them in greenhouses and laboratories, not in the wild. For her doctoral thesis, Simard decided to investigate fungal links between Douglas fir and paper birch in the forests of British Columbia. Apart from her supervisor, she didn't receive much encouragement from her mostly male peers. "The old foresters were like, Why don't you just study growth and yield?" Simard told me. "I was more interested in how these plants interact. They thought it was all very girlie | eng | 3d3d9dc6-f921-4e74-aba8-8dc71b806546 | https://3quarksdaily.com/3quarksdaily/2020/12/the-social-life-of-forests.html |
Weir et al v. United States
What's at Stake
Does Congress have authority to criminalize conduct on the high seas by a foreign national on a foreign boat having no connection with the United States
Summary
Petitioners, four Jamaican nationals, challenge their convictions and sentences under 18 U.S.C. § 2237(a)(2)(B), which makes it a felony for anyone while on the high seas to make false statements to a law enforcement officer about their vessel's destination. Petitioners were traveling the high seas between Jamaica and Haiti aboard a Jamaican-flagged vessel. They were not on their way to or from the United States and their conduct had no effect in or on the United States. U.S. Coast Guard officials nonetheless forcibly stopped and boarded their vessel at gunpoint. Petitioners were convicted of violating 18 U.S.C. § 2237(a)(2)(B), for saying they were destined for Jamaica, not Haiti.
Our petition argues that Congress has no extraterritorial authority to criminalize conduct by foreign nationals, on foreign boats, on the high seas, that has no effect on the United States. The US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ruled that Congress can do so, and that there is literally no limit to its power to regulate any conduct anywhere on the high seas, irrespective of whether the individual, the boat, or the conduct has any connection to the United States. The petition notes that John Marshall, James Madison, and Thomas Jefferson all agreed that absent some nexus to the United States, no such roving authority to police the high seas existed. | eng | c8f7c524-27b8-42a3-a928-189c54d664db | https://wp.api.aclu.org/cases/weir-et-al-v-united-states |
Preparations for Soumya's birthday party
E465 - Preparations for Soumya's birthday party
20m | Tamil | Drama | 2018
U/A 13+ | Social drama,mild violence
It's Soumya's birthday and preparations are underway for the grand party. Having lost his memory, Arun wants Soumya to spend her birthday with her husband. How will Soumya convince Arun to let her attend the party? | eng | 9a9e073d-f7b2-4a3f-947d-50c095f40c61 | https://www.voot.com/shows/vaanavil/1/516554/preparations-for-soumyas-birthday-party/792993 |
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I currently run an l16 with 32/36 on a matching dogleg 5 spd. Looking into engine swaps now!
Question is, anyone know anything about sr20ve? They're NA, so less shit to put in the bay than a turbo with all its components, ie intercooler. I know sr20det's are popular but the sr20ve has variable valve timing for some equivalent numbers as the turbo sr20.
I just can't get the transmission with the sr20ve, so will it bolt right up to the dogleg 5?
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Highly doubt it will bolt up with the dogleg. Most people when the sway the sr20 in they take the trans too. There is a difference between the FRD and RWD blocks as well so make sure you get the right one when you pickup your motor.
The VE won't make comparable power as the DET, plus the DET has potential for even more power.
Your dogleg is strong enough for a 78hp L16 does this answer our question?
The only SR20VE or otherwise were in FWD cars here, so yours will have to be an import engine. If import, get one with the 5 or 6 speed attached and the ECU.
I would look into a KA24de first. (about 150 hp stock, gobs of low end torque) They are in the D21 trucks and all are 5 speeds. (car S13/14 DEs are heavier) Billions made and lots around and there are stock and aftermarket parts available. Good luck finding SR parts less than a month away let alone even identifying the part.
If I'm not mistaken, the sr20ve came in automatic applications only, so you'd need a flywheel and clutch to make it manual. Also, the solenoid pack on the back of the head makes fitment into a rwd application a bit awkward.
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I think Mike is right on the money with the KA over the sr20ve. Here's the thing, the VE is rare and more money. While in terms of usable power it does a bit better than the KA (187hp and 145 pound ft VE. vs. KA at 150 hp and 160 pound ft) the price for more power is exponentially higher than the KA.
Here's my take; VE is a high revving motor with a broader power curve, and in a light little car like the 510 the loss in torque would be negligible. On the down side, because of the complexity of the VVT system on the VE, it's harder to modify, upgrade, tune, etc. For instance, the s13 SR20DET has loads of aftermarket support, but because of the VVT and low port intake on the s14 and s15 there is much less support.
With the money you'd save getting a KA you could tweak it to make more power. The KA is a very accessible well supported platform, and in terms of upgrade potential there is no comparison. The KA might not be as glamorous, but it was the workhorse of Nissan for almost two decades and it was imported to the US in huge numbers. I think there is much greater long term happy potential in the bare knuckle low tech KA.
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If you're going the DET route look for an s13 sr20det Blacktop. Newer model than the redtop, so likely less milage. Start saving your money though, because the motor is the cheap part. You'll need to upgrade everything to handle that much power. Before you start spending $ there's lots of great build threads out there you should start studying. When doing a swap like this, knowledge is power.
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Yeah you are going to need a rad, intercooler setup, possibly a top mount intercooler with custom exhaust unless you convert to rack and pinion, new fuel pump. You should also do breaks because once you get it up and running stopping is going to be an issue. Consider coilovers and wide tires. You will also blow through a rear diff if you like to drive medium hard so start saving for that as well. Consider you are at least doubling the original horsepower of the car. The first week I had my sr20det up and running healthily I sheared the wheel studs off on one wheel.... You are going to find all sorts of fun problems.
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the rwd sr20 bellhousing wont bolt to the fwd sr20ve block, you will need to get a rwd sr20de and then a sr20ve and do the head swap, drill and tap for oil for the vvl, and get a sr20ve 20v crank angle sensor since the fwd head on a rwd app puts the distributor in the firewall, not a lot of work but can get spendy, another thing if you did the ve head on rwd block you would want to get the ve oil pump it is a higher flowing pump, there was a thread on nico of a guys using a fwd engine and rwd trans and has to do some custom mounting with the bellhousing and starter
also the ka24de and the sr20ve head are better designed in a way, properly shimmed sr20 heads dont usually pop rockers, but a lot of times they do to, the ka24de and the sr20ve dont have these issues,
There's budget and there's no expense spared builds. Then there's performance vs. handling which I think should include braking performance. On top of these is the need to have a progressive build up starting with a good base and adding to it without getting ahead of ourselves like stuffing a 300 horse KA24DET into a stock 510 and thinking about some brakes next month.
I would lean towards handling over performance.... but not exclusively handling. Performance is addictive and should be well fed but you also want to be around too. A well sorted car that won't surprise you when you are in trouble can go a long way to avoiding that trouble. The 510's brakes were pretty good 45 years ago but by today's standards are laughable. Brakes, shocks and tires have evolved tremendously in that time.
Well actually the pickup points for the "suspension" are on the front x member and razing them helps a great deal when lowering the car. That's why the 68 front X member is sot after, because these pickup points are higher than the later years.
Here's what Troy Ermish does with his racing chassis. One of many little magic mojo tricks he does with the suspension.Link to comment
Thanks for all the help guys, yeah I do know how to work on cars, can weld a bit (flux core) and have all the necessary tools. Suspension is lowered on 280zx cut struts with bump steer spacers, front discs in the front
Its just hard coming for a DD thats turbo'd and quick to a carbed l16 haha, the only reason for the build and that it would be nice to have a good pull in the 510 like i did when my first 2door had the ka24e swapDepends on how low you go. The benefit of razed pickup points isn't that you can avoid bump steer spacers all together, but that they will be more effective. The spacer still needs to be sized specifically for how low the car will sit.
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Well the motor, harness, ECU will be about 2k ok that. Then you are going to need an intercooler setup because the SR20det is a crap sidemount intercooler that usually doesn't come with the swap because its trash anyways. You will need a radiator and hoses, fuel pump, cross member and exhaust work as well as mating the SR20 harness to the 510. That is to just get the motor in the car and running. There will be lots of other little crap pieces you will need to. Figure 3k to get it in and running but then you have a lot of HP and nothing else.
That's the situation I am in, so just drive it safely and start saving for break and safety upgrades quickly. | eng | 212c57a7-04a1-4201-86c8-ba3c4628cd14 | https://ratsun.net/topic/64613-sr20ves-or-sr20det-and-dogleg-5/ |
Emergence of Egophoricity.
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR(S)
COLLABORATORS
Nathan Hill
DURATION
4 years
DESCRIPTION OF THE RESEARCH PROJECT(S)
In this project we look at the way certain Tibetan and Newar varieties express the perspective of the speaker in the sentence. In Lhasa Tibetan, for example, the auxiliary verb 'yin' can be used in sentences where the speaker is the subject (nga em-chi yin '*I'm* a doctor'), if the speaker wants to identify their personal relation or possession ('di nga'i bu-mo yin 'This is *my* daughter') or if the speaker chooses to emphasise who performed an action ('di khyed-rang-gi gsol-ja yin 'This is your tea [that *I* have made for you]'). Other Tibetan varieties that are found in remote regions also exhibit egophoric markers, but to a lesser extent and not always in the same contexts. Similare observations have been made for varieties of Newar. Finally, in older stages of both Tibetan and Newar varieties, this egophoric marking cannot yet be found. The central question that this project aims to answer is how and why specific grammatical markers to indicate the speaker's involvement emerge over time in ways that slightly differ, even in closely related languages. We compare the historical development of related languages in remote mountainous regions to those in areas of intense contact, e.g. the Kathmandu valley.
In this project we investigate the impact of multilingualism and contact on language change, specifically on grammaticalisation and pragmaticalisation of egophoric and evidential markers.
WHAT IS THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF YOUR PROJECT?
Emergence of Egophoricity
Speakers of the Newar varieties will be able to access the invaluable new data on their languages. This spoken and written record of their languages will allow them to achieve the rights of other minority groups as the Nepali government requires written/transcribed evidence to grant this status and will furthermore contribute to their efforts to develop essential teaching materials that will support the survival of these endangered languages.
The linguistic annotation of written materials in present-day Tibetan varieties will in the same way encourage the local speaker communities in Jiri and South Mustang in particular to create educational resources.
All our corpus annotation tools, training data (the manually corrected deeply annotated corpora) and ground truth (for historical Newar transcriptions) will be made available open access as well. These will form invaluable resources for education and translation professionals, since they can be used to further train and optimise automatic NLP tools thus creating opportunities to digitise and annotate any further Tibetan and Newar materials in future. These tools and data sets are an essential starting point of innovative developments in Natural Language Processing.
Through a website and occasional public lectures and workshops in London and Cambridge (e.g. at the Festival of Ideas), we'll further disseminate our findings that are relevant for Tibetan and Newar language and cultural associations. | eng | fc09779c-ad65-4b8b-b052-488c1fd0390f | https://www.multilingualglocam.com/projects/emergence-of-egophoricity. |
Flying High: What You Need to Know to Become a Commercial Pilot
March 3, 2023
Becoming a commercial pilot is an exciting and rewarding career path, but it also requires a lot of hard work and dedication. As an SEO and copywriting professional, we understand the importance of providing high-quality content that not only informs but also engages readers. Learning how to become a pilot requires dedication, hard work, and a commitment to ongoing training and development in order to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to safely operate an aircraft. In this article, we will provide you with comprehensive information on what you need to know to become a commercial pilot.
The first step towards becoming a commercial pilot is to obtain a private pilot's license. This license allows you to fly small aircraft for personal use. To obtain this license, you must be at least 17 years old, pass a medical exam, and complete a minimum of 40 hours of flight training, including 20 hours of solo flight time.
Once you have your private pilot's license, you can begin working towards your commercial pilot's license. To obtain a commercial pilot's license, you must have a minimum of 250 hours of flight time, including 100 hours of pilot-in-command time and 50 hours of cross-country flight time. You must also pass a written exam and a flight test with an examiner.
In addition to obtaining your commercial pilot's license, you may also choose to obtain additional certifications, such as a multi-engine rating or an instrument rating. These certifications allow you to fly more advanced aircraft and in different weather conditions.
To improve your chances of landing a job as a commercial pilot, it is recommended that you obtain a bachelor's degree in aviation or a related field. Many airlines require their pilots to have a degree, and having one can give you a competitive edge in the job market.
In addition to the educational and licensing requirements, becoming a commercial pilot also requires physical and mental fitness. You must pass a medical exam every year to ensure that you are healthy and capable of safely operating an aircraft. You must also be able to think quickly and make decisions under pressure.
Becoming a commercial pilot can be a costly endeavor, with flight training and certification costs ranging from $70,000 to $120,000 or more. However, many flight schools offer financing options and scholarships to help offset these costs.
Once you have obtained your commercial pilot's license, there are a variety of job opportunities available to you. You can work for a commercial airline, a private charter company, or even as a flight instructor. The job outlook for pilots is positive, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting a 5% job growth rate for airline and commercial pilots between 2019 and 2029.
In addition to the monetary rewards, becoming a commercial pilot also offers a unique lifestyle. Pilots have the opportunity to travel the world and experience different cultures, and many airlines offer their employees travel benefits that allow them to explore new places on their own time.
In conclusion, becoming a commercial pilot is a challenging but rewarding career path. It requires dedication, hard work, and financial investment, but the end result is a fulfilling career that offers both personal and professional satisfaction. If you are interested in becoming a commercial pilot, we recommend starting with obtaining your private pilot's license and working towards your commercial pilot's license. With determination and perseverance, you can achieve your dream of flying high. | eng | 1c873eeb-0ee6-47ea-8177-653cafab4c3d | https://elizabethnelsonstudio.com/flying-high-what-you-need-to-know-to-become-a-commercial-pilot/ |
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Genital infections can be a nightmare to deal with, with symptoms ranging from irritating to downright unbearable. But with the right information and treatments, even the most painful genital infection can be overcome.
What are Genital Infections?
Not all genital infections are venereal diseases. Several are caused by viruses and bacteria. Candida infection is an example, as is bacterial vaginosis. These infections are usually caused by sex, and the symptoms are different for men and women. Both men & women can get genital infections. These symptoms are not always visible, so it's important to know how to get the right treatment.
Various types of genital infections require prescription medication. Some types of antibiotics can cause gastrointestinal side effects, while antivirals can cause headaches and itching. It's essential to follow the directions on the medication label, as stopping the treatment prematurely could lead to recurrence. If you're not sure what caused your infection, talk to your doctor. They'll prescribe the proper medication.
There are numerous ways to test for genital infections. A scraping from the vagina, cervical canal, or urethra may reveal the infection. Blood tests are another option. However, blood tests can only reveal certain types of infections. To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor may perform a test to confirm the condition. Once the test is positive, a prescription will be sent to an affiliated pharmacy. Once the prescription is filled, the pharmacist will mail it to you.
Some people have herpes, which is a common type of genital infection. Typically, people contract the virus through skin-to-skin contact or through sexual intercourse. Once the infection has been contracted, the symptoms usually disappear after 19 days, but the person remains infectious and can spread the disease to others. However, treatment options for herpes are limited, and there is no known cure for genital warts.
Genital Infection Symptoms
If you are experiencing pain and discharge in the vagina, you may have a genital infection. Inflammation of the vagina allows germs to grow. Inflammation may also spread to nearby tissue. In rare cases, serious complications of vaginal inflammation can occur, but they typically occur in women who are immunosuppressed. Genital infections are caused by several causes, including sexual intercourse, poor hygiene, and chemical exposures.
There are many treatments available for genital infections. Some of these medications have side effects, including gastrointestinal problems, a headache, and local discomfort. Often, these medications must be taken for the full course of treatment, or the infection may return.
In addition, healthcare providers may prescribe other medications to treat the infection if the symptoms persist. While there is no single cure for a genital infection, the proper treatment of the infection can significantly reduce the symptoms and improve overall health.
Vaginal inflammation can occur because of a bacterial or yeast imbalance. Inflammation can cause discomfort and a different smell. Inflammation of the vagina can also be caused by chemicals in feminine hygiene products, which irritate the tissue. To get an accurate diagnosis of the cause, consult your doctor or other health care provider. If the symptoms persist, your symptoms may be an early warning sign of a sexually transmitted disease.
Yeast infections usually cause a whitish-yellow discharge. It is watery, chunky, and can have the consistency of cottage cheese or curdled milk. You may also experience pain during sex, and peeing may be difficult. The cause of the infection is candida albicans, but other species of fungi can occur. In addition, taking certain medications may cause an overgrowth of candida.
Causes of Genital Infections
Genital infections are a common occurrence in the human body, and can range from mild to severe in their effects. Common causes of these infections include bacterial and fungal overgrowth, as well as viral agents that enter the body through sexual contact or other means. In some cases, the cause of a genital infection is unknown.
Bacterial infections are often caused by Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Chlamydia, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae species, among others. These bacteria can be spread through sexual contact, or even contact with contaminated objects such as towels or clothing. Fungal infections are typically caused by Candida albicans, which is commonly found in moist areas of the body such as the genitals or mouth. Viral infections can be caused by viruses such as herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2).
In most cases, genital infections will require treatment with antibiotics or antifungal medications. If left untreated, these infections can lead to further complications such as an increased risk for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or infertility in women.
Prevention of Genital Infections
Taking preventative measures is a crucial step for avoiding genital infections in the first place. Like a fortress protecting its inhabitants, proactive steps and careful consideration can keep infection at bay. To maintain optimum health, consider the following:
If you have an active infection, abstain from sexual activity until it is fully healed.
Not all infections are visible, so it's essential to practice safe sex habits and maintain good hygiene standards. Doing so will ensure that you don't suffer any unpleasant consequences down the line.
Practising awareness and taking steps to protect oneself is key in safeguarding against potential infections in the genital area. Don't let carelessness become a habit; take responsibility for your wellbeing and make sure you're well-informed about safe sex practices before engaging in any type of sexual activity.
Proper treatment of genital infection involves proper knowledge about the causes and prevention methods. The presence of abnormal vaginal discharge and inflammation, pimples, and ulcers are some symptoms of an STI. These infections can have a significant effect on a person's overall sexual health. They can also lead to several psychological problems, including infertility. Prevention is essential to ensure a lifetime of sexual pleasure.
Circumcision is another method for the prevention of genital infections. Circumcision can be performed for religious, aesthetic, or medical reasons. Regardless of your reasons, circumcision will reduce your risk of STDs and urinary tract infections. Among male heterosexuals, men who have their foreskin circumcised before the age of 15 are 50%-60% less likely to contract HIV than non-circumcised men.
Testing for Genital Infections
You can test yourself for genital infections while pregnant. While many infections during pregnancy are not life-threatening, some can pose a risk to both you and your unborn child. This screening will give you a free sex test as well as treatment for the infections. Your participation in this study will help improve the health of pregnant women. Besides that, you'll get a small gift and light refreshments as part of the study.
The woman will be counselled before the test and during the pregnancy. She will learn the importance of the test, how to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV, and the importance of breastfeeding. She will be informed on the best feeding habits for her newborn, including whether to breastfeed or use her mother's milk. She will also be tested for HIV and syphilis by medical workers trained to test pregnant women for the disease.
Medical Treatments for Genital Infections:
Some common medicines for treating genital infections are:
Fluconazole
Gyno-Daktarin
Itraconazole
Terbinafine (Lamisil)
Clindamycin
Diflucan
Miconazole
Clotrimazole
Diagnosing and treating genital infections may seem like a daunting task, but with the right medical knowledge and technology, it is possible to identify the root cause of an infection. Diagnostic methods for genital infections include physical examinations, swab testing, imaging tests, and laboratory analysis of fluid samples. Once a diagnosis has been made, treatment can begin.
The most effective treatments for genital infections depend on the type of infection. Often, antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections while antiviral medications can help reduce symptoms associated with viral infections. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove infected tissue or repair damage caused by an infection. Additionally, self-care measures such as rest, increased fluid intake and stress reduction can be beneficial in reducing symptoms and aiding in recovery:
Get plenty of rest
Increase your water or other fluids intake
Manage stress levels
Avoid sexual contact while undergoing treatment
There are various types of medical treatments for genital infections. While simple vaginal infections usually clear up within a few days, more complex cases may require a doctor's treatment in the form of prescription medication. Creams and suppositories are available from pharmacies. Most suppositories come with an applicator that is used to insert the drug directly into the vagina. Creams and suppositories are also available as tablets.
Yeast infections are caused by fungus, but there is a difference between the two. Yeast infections are caused by overgrowth of the bacteria Candida albicans. A woman's immune system is compromised when she has a yeast infection, and antibiotics and hormone changes can reduce the number of antifungal bacteria in her vagina. These types of infections are common among women, and they can be caused by a variety of factors.
Yeast infections commonly cause vaginal itching and soreness. They may also cause swollen labia. A white, clumpy discharge may be present. Trichomoniasis causes a fish-like odour and vaginal swelling. During the infection, the woman may also experience burning or lower abdominal pain. In the latter case, the patient may require an operation.
Vaginal candidiasis is treated with antifungal medicines. Antifungal pills can be applied to the vagina or taken by mouth. Some women may be able to get rid of the infection by treating themselves with over-the-counter medications. Other people may need more complex medical treatment. In these cases, boric acid may be prescribed to cure the infection. The best way to get rid of vaginal yeast infections is to see your doctor.
Treatment for Genital Infections caused by bacterial vaginosis
The best treatment for bacterial vaginosis involves taking antibiotics. There are two main types: metronidazole and clindamycin. You can take either one if you are pregnant, or the other if you are not. Treatment for bacterial vaginosis may differ for women who are HIV-positive. Women who are HIV-positive should take different antibiotics than non-HIV-positive women. It is important to complete the prescribed medication and not stop it early.
Typical prescriptions for treating bacterial vaginosis are:
Metronidazole
Clindamycin
If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, it is essential to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Although it is not considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it may spread to the vagina. If you experience symptoms that persist after a week or two, you should seek medical attention. Your doctor may perform an examination and take a swab of the discharge to confirm BV. If you are not pregnant, you should see an OB-GYN for diagnosis and treatment.
In general, treatment for bacterial vaginosis will involve oral metronidazole or clindamycin. These drugs can cause side effects if taken in excessive doses. The treatment should be continued even if the symptoms go away. If bacterial vaginosis is not treated in time, it can come back and cause serious health problems. In such cases, it is important to see a doctor and avoid sexual contact.
Conclusion
Genital infections can be uncomfortable and cause distress to the host. It is helpful to understand the common causes of genital infections, how to diagnose and treat them, as well as how one can prevent them. As with any medical condition, it is useful to address such issues in a timely manner.
The diagnosis of genital infections may require multiple tests, including physical exams and lab work. Treatment depends on the type of infection, but typically includes antibiotics or antiviral medications. Prevention involves practising safe sex and avoiding contact with infected individuals.
In conclusion, genital infections are an uncomfortable reality that must be addressed with knowledge and care. Taking simple steps to protect oneself from infection can help ensure healthy sexual practices for both partners. By understanding what causes these infections, learning how to diagnose and treat them. | eng | cbd7ebcb-a877-46bc-98cc-5c8bb11bc151 | https://www.ruclear.co.uk/std/genital-infections/ |
312: Keep It Simple: The 4 Things You Need to Improve Your Running
In today's episode, we'll be discussing the "Keep it Simple" principle when it comes to running. It's all about focusing on the essential elements rather than getting lost in the minutiae. We'll explore why chasing the small, tiny details before establishing a solid foundation may lead to wasted time, money, and energy, causing unnecessary stress in your running journey. So let's dive in and discover how you can enhance your running performance without getting overwhelmed by the latest gadgets or complex training methods.
Show Notes: - Introduction to the podcast and episode topic: "Keep it Simple" principle for improving running performance. - Highlighting the misconception of needing fancy gadgets and advanced technologies for better running. - Emphasizing the importance of avoiding unnecessary stress and wasted time, money, and energy in pursuit of running excellence. - Discussing the significance of focusing on the "big rocks" or fundamental aspects of running before delving into the smaller details. - Exploring the concept of significant improvements without fixating on marginal gains (the 1%). - Offering practical tips and insights on how to streamline your running routine and stay focused on what truly matters. - How to prioritize the essentials and find a balance between simplicity and effective training methods[00:00:00] This is the real life runners podcast, episode number 312. Keep it simple, the four things you need to improve your running.
[00:00:10] Angie: All right, so welcome to the podcast everybody. We've got another two parter for you. So if you guys have been listening to the podcast, you know that our last couple of podcasts were a duo. We had a part one and a part two in summer running, and we've got another two part series for you here all about.
Training, are you gonna sing
[00:00:52] Kevin: for this one also? What song goes with this one? I don't know, but I'm at the figure song before this comes out. I'm sure you will find one. I count on it. We
[00:00:59] Angie: will figure [00:01:00] it out. Um, but we were gonna do a podcast on, uh, and this is like a little behind the scenes as to what actually happens here at the Real Life Runners podcast.
And yes, it is how we operate. So, We've been wanting to do an episode about the different types of zone training, right? There's a lot of different training methods out there. There's power zones and heart rate zones and effort levels and all sorts of diff lactate zones and Oh yeah, thresholds and lots of different types of, so many
[00:01:30] Kevin: different terms out there, right?
And so many different tools to measure things.
[00:01:34] Angie: Lots of different ways that you can train. And so we've had this idea and we've gotten. Plenty of questions about what all of these terms mean and which ones best for us to use, and so we outlined an entire podcast on. Breaking down the differences between these types of different training methods, the benefits, the negatives, and everything in between, and how we feel kind of about all of these different
[00:01:58] Kevin: things, right?
That outline was [00:02:00] like two or three months in the making. I think you asked me to do it like two months ago, and I finally accomplished it and finished it because it's
[00:02:06] Angie: summertime now and you have the time and the energy,
[00:02:08] Kevin: right? Like I did not have time to do it during finals week. That didn't happen. But now it's done and, uh, we were ready to record and Angie decided, uh, that she had a different idea for the podcast, completely
[00:02:17] Angie: different idea.
And by deciding. I offered another option to
[00:02:21] Kevin: Kevin and which was better. And so like this is the thing is you offered a better option.
[00:02:26] Angie: So it's not that, it's better because both are gonna be good. And that episode is going to come out next week and I'm really excited for that. Wednesday, it's gonna be a fantastic episode, but it's going to be very granular, very detail oriented, different from a lot of our normal podcasts.
And so as I was kind of looking at, That outline and the things that we are gonna be talking about in that episode. I thought it was gonna be helpful for us to have an episode to preface that it's a prequel. It is a prequel. Yes. To help you understand that those training zones and things that we are [00:03:00] going to talk about next week, there are things that are beneficial about them.
They are also a good way for you to get lost and. We wanted to preface that episode with this episode, which is really how we feel about running and how to improve your performance, and that is really the keep it simple principle because so many times, We see people think that they need to have the fanciest watches, the most up-to-date technologies.
Go to a lab and get their VO two max, you know, professionally tested. Go. I'd like to get that done. That just sounds fine. If you're gonna, if it's fun, then
[00:03:39] Kevin: great. Right? That mask looks intense. I wanna run with like a scuba mask on my face on a treadmill. There's nothing
[00:03:45] Angie: fun about that for me. Um, you don't have to go get your gait professionally analyzed in a gait lab by a.
Physical therapist, unless you're having some sort of issue that you might benefit from that you people think [00:04:00] that they have to go get their lactate levels, you know, give blood and get their lactate levels measured. There's, there's new
[00:04:06] Kevin: stuff on the market. You don't even have to go to a place. There are now continuous lactate monitors.
Oh yeah. That you can just hook onto your, your arm or there various
[00:04:13] Angie: places. Well, and you see them. You see them a lot on professional
[00:04:16] Kevin: runners. They were, they were bigger in cycling before, like a lot of of tech starts in cycling and then moves itself over. Right. The whole idea of like power meters where hu like every like hardcore cyclist has a power meter or even like, like more recreational cyclists are getting power meters on and that's coming over into running.
Mm-hmm. So now there's like foot pods that measure this stuff. Y you don't need it all. It's interesting information, but if you're not sure what to do with it, it's just, Information and
[00:04:42] Angie: that's really what we wanna talk about today. Okay? Because if you are getting so bogged down in the details in the weeds of all of this, it can often lead to a lot of wasted time, wasted money, and wasted energy and a lot of stress around your running that really isn't [00:05:00] necessary.
And so the way we like to look at this is really thinking about are you are. Chasing the small, tiny details before you have the big rocks in place because you can improve significantly without chasing the 1%. And I think that that's really where a lot of those different training zones and things like that fall into.
Now. There are going to be plenty of people out there. That disagree with us on this? Yeah. There are plenty of coaches out there that train their athletes using all these different various methods and think that you need to have very specific paces for all of your workouts. And if you don't have a specific pace for your workout, then you're not doing it right.
You are. You are going to hear. All sorts of opinions across the board.
[00:05:50] Kevin: Yeah. The, the more precise someone has of like a magic plan, like the more precision there is to a plan in, in my opinion, the more precise it is that these are the [00:06:00] exact steps to get the result, the more likely it's not right.
[00:06:06] Angie: But it's funny because we as humans see all of those details and we think, oh, that must be better.
Right. Well,
[00:06:11] Kevin: clearly there's a formula for this. Mm-hmm. But we've talked so many times on the podcast that there's not actually a formula for it. Like we are not actual robots. You can't just plug in this information, right. Plug in these workouts and automatically get these results at the back end. That's just not how it works.
And so if the, the fundamental analysis of the plan is, To plug it into a magic formula. Mm-hmm. Whatever the formula is, whether it's a heart rate or power or all the different things, if they, they all come down to a formula. Mm-hmm. And, and those, it's not as precise, cut and dry. And that's what we're gonna get into in a lot more detail next time.
But the, the big takeaway is it's not that cut and dry.
[00:06:47] Angie: It's not. And I think that it is very interesting though, to see that when we do see increased details, we often think that that's better. Yeah, that more details are better. That more detailed, a more detailed plan with [00:07:00] more specific paces mm-hmm. Are going to give me better results.
And that is not always the case.
[00:07:05] Kevin: It might be easier on your head, be like, well if I just hit an eight minute mile for this workout, then I'll be able to get the results is easier than being like, I want you to make it kind of medium. Well like it, it doesn't seem as concrete on that one. And so how do you know that I'm gonna get the.
The best result out of. And
so
[00:07:21] Angie: much of that is gonna go into our first pillar of mindset. Absolutely. And what, what we're actually thinking about that plan. But basically we see so many runners out there, especially recreational runners, real life runners, that are, we're doing this because we want to be strong and healthy.
As we get older, we want to chase some performance goals. Some of us, maybe some of us have time goals. And the more specific your time goals are. The more details you may or may not need. Okay. Again, still opt optional,
[00:07:53] Kevin: like the more details you think
[00:07:54] Angie: you need though you think you need more details, but you might not.
And this is the thing is a lot of people can get [00:08:00] amazing results without a lot of those details. And so we wanna talk about today the 95%, right? 90%. I mean, we can, we can debate on like how much of a percentage. It's not just, it is, but. Let's just say the big rocks, right? There are four big rocks that we need to be focusing on as runners.
Once those are in place, then if it's fun and interesting to you to kind of start to refine and chase that 1% or chase that extra 5%, then go for it. Do it right, but. We are often making this a lot more complicated than it needs to be, which leads to a lot of wasted time, a lot of wasted money, a lot of wasted energy, and a lot of frustration and disappointment because we think that we're gonna get these amazing results if we have all of these specific details and when we don't get those results and we're, we're kind of let down in the process.
Yeah, I mean, I
[00:08:51] Kevin: think two things I wanted to highlight there. You said, If you find it fun, you can add some of these other things. Yeah. I think that chasing all these, these numbers and stats and [00:09:00] details at the, the la, the loss of fun is a big miss. Mm-hmm. You also keep mentioning the big rocks, and I think we should kind of cover the metaphor that that's coming from is the story of the, like the college professor that brought out this big glass jar.
And he filled it up with a bunch of huge rocks and asked if it's full. And everyone's like, yeah, you filled it with rocks. And then he put in smaller rocks and he goes, is it full now? And you're like, yeah, no, no. Now it's full. And then he poured sand into it. Mm-hmm. And the idea is if he had started with the sand, there never would've been room to put in the big rocks.
Right. And so much of what we get bogged down in here, And running is these tiny little details of mm-hmm. Chasing this 1% improvement where there are some huge rocks that you could have, you could have put into the jar first, right? And been like, wow, it looks like I filled it up. And instead you're, you're putting in sand, but instead of dumping sand, you're putting in a grain of sand at a time where you could just pick up a big rock and the jar looks
[00:09:51] Angie: half full.
Right? And so if you focus on those small things first, you might not have room for the big things that are. Going to actually [00:10:00] make the biggest difference. But like Kevin said, if you put those big rocks in first, they're going to fill up the majority of the jar. You are going to make massive progress if you pay attention to these big rocks first.
Then if you want to, you can focus on. The details and the small things to fill in the gaps. Yes. Right. Those are more gap fillers. You use the big rocks to essentially fill the jar and then you use the little things to fill in the gaps where you know you might have 1% here, 2% here of like little ways that you wanna improve again.
If you want to, if that seems fun to
[00:10:34] Kevin: you. Yeah, and I mean part of the thing on these, like these chasing the 1% is there are things that might make a difference for one person, but not the next, like one of the easy references here is like the super shoes. Mm-hmm. They make a huge difference for some people.
Yes. But they actually have a negative effect on others. Yes. And so this is my biggest issue with the shoes themselves is it, it makes an unlevel playing field is because not everybody gets the same like magic boost off of the shoes. Mm-hmm. Some people actually have [00:11:00] a negative. A negative response to them.
Mm-hmm. And so chasing and being like, ah, my training can be so, so as long as I put on the magic shoes is not necessarily going after the thing that is going to be guaranteed to give you the results. Right.
[00:11:12] Angie: And so today we're gonna talk about these four big rocks that we train our athletes in inside the Real Life Runners Academy.
And we really help people nail these big things down first before we get into a lot of the nitty gritty details. And once you get these four big things down, Your training is going to improve, and then you'll also have like the time, the energy, the space to focus on the small details if you want. So if you want, we're gonna keep it simple today, next week we're gonna get into more details on all of those different zone trainings.
Okay? So let's talk about the big things today that we want you to focus on, because if you focus on these things alone, you are going to make. Massive amounts of success and improvement in your running. Okay, so step number one, [00:12:00] go for it. Rock number one is mindset. And I say this first for a reason because our thoughts have.
Control over everything that we do in our life. So often we as runners and we as humans don't realize the power that our mind has over everything that we do in our running and in the rest of our life as well. And it often leaves us feeling very unsatisfied or very disappointed because we think that when we make things mean something, we don't realize that we have control sometimes over what we are making.
Those that. What we make things mean. Does that make sense? No. I'm gonna have to go back and edit this out. You're gonna have to clarify that just a little bit on that one. Okay. So we can, in our minds, it's really important for us to break two hours in a half marathon. Okay. Got it. Okay. So in, in our minds that.
Is a very important goal [00:13:00] for us to achieve because that means that we are now a good
[00:13:03] Kevin: runner, right? So then we've attached our own feelings and emotions to this two hour number on a clock somewhere, right? So if we hit it, we feel better. If we don't hit it, we feel disappointed, but we arbitrarily chose the two hour as this important thing, and it didn't, didn't have to be important.
We picked it ourselves,
[00:13:21] Angie: right? And so it's. Our thought that creates the feeling that we have around that situation, which then determines the actions that we take and our actions re determine the results that we actually have. So all of the results that we have in our running can be traced back to our thoughts and the way that we decided to think about those things.
And so, The way that we think about ourselves as a runner, the way that we think about running. Like if you have the idea that running needs to feel hard in order to be effective, it's gonna be hard for you to accept the idea that running should feel easy most of the time in order for you to improve, which we've talked about on this podcast and we're gonna [00:14:00] talk about later, you know, in this episode as well.
But if you have a thought about it, It's going to be hard for you to do things that you might need to do in order to get the improvements that you wanna make. So kind of another thought that we're gonna go into and we can, I guess, wait until we get into the other big rocks, but like this idea of, um, If I want to improve as a runner, I just need to run more.
Yep. That can cause you to ignore strength training and mobility and other things that kind of go along with your ability to improve as
[00:14:33] Kevin: a runner. Yeah. So there's, there's mindset in the whole idea of the power of your thoughts. Mm-hmm. Because your thoughts literally control everything that you're going to do.
Mm-hmm. So if you don't have the appropriate outlook on it, and this could be like self-limiting beliefs that you're like, I mean, I'd like to break two hours of the marathon. But I just, I would like to, I wish I could. Yeah. But you don't actually believe that you could. That's gonna change your, your output to it, like what actions you're actually gonna take.
If it's just a wish [00:15:00] that just kind of floats off in the air, you're not really gonna drive for the thing, you know? But your mindset shows up in all sorts of it. It shows up of whether you're going to do the workouts day after day, so it's gonna affect your consistency. Right. It's gonna affect you in the middle of a run.
Mm-hmm. As things start getting hard. Yep. As. Things are feeling easy, and in your head you're saying, oh, well, it's supposed to feel hard. Like it, it hits you in both different ways. It hits you in the middle of a race when you hit a low point in the race, or you've got the excitement of the beginning of a race.
There's so many times that your mindset matters. Mm-hmm. And it's so much more than I need to tell myself I am strong when races get hard. Like that's not mindset. That's that's a simple mantra. And that's not, that's not gonna be sufficient for saying, all right, mind check. Done. Mindset. Done. Yeah. Mantras
[00:15:44] Angie: are one.
Mindset tool that we can use. There's a lot of other mindset tools that we can use as well. There's self-talk, there's visualization, there's breathing, there's focusing, there's routines, there's mantras, there's of different mental skills [00:16:00] that we can use and practice as actual skills. There's habits, there's learning.
How to set up routines and habits in your life to set yourself up for success? The way that you set up your environment and the way that you think about your environment. Mm-hmm. The way that you think about your training. If you think that your training, your running is separate from the rest of your life and you're just kind of trying to fit things in wherever you can, you're going to be less successful than if you think that running in my life.
Go together. I have to figure out how these two things work together because I am one person. I am one human with one life, and running is a part of my real life. These two things are not separate. That's gonna lead to a lot more success when you realize that all of this is interlinked. And that's again, going back to the way that you think about things.
So your mindset controls all of the actions that you take in your life or all of the actions that you don't take. So if you're struggling with motivation and consistency, It's the way that you're thinking about your running, and is [00:17:00] it as simple as that? No, of course not. There are lots of layers of all of this, right?
A lot of times. We think, oh, well, okay, I just have to start thinking about this differently. Like, I'm going to be consistent, or you're just gonna tell yourself, I am a consistent person. Yeah. Right. There's these I am statements that people like to throw out there as like keys for rewiring your brain.
Yeah. They're one way that you can do it, but a lot of times if you don't believe it, that's not gonna work. And this is the key that a lot of people don't talk about. Mantras are great tools, but if you don't believe it, Just repeating it over and over and over again is not necessarily going to help you.
It might cuz with practice sometimes you can start to come around to it. Sometimes you can start to accept that thought more. You can start to believe that thought more repetition does, can be beneficial. But if that thought is so far fetched for you and you're like, Yeah, no, I'm not like, that's not me at all.
Right. Like if you don't connect to that thought, if you're in the middle of prison, it's not gonna help.
[00:17:58] Kevin: And you're telling yourself that [00:18:00] this is fun and it's not. Yeah. It's physical torture. Telling yourself it's fun is only gonna get you so far.
[00:18:05] Angie: But if you practice telling yourself that it's fun, yes.
While you're
[00:18:08] Kevin: running, while you're in other work workouts, while you're training, you've done some difficult training where you've been in difficult spots before and there's, you practice those things other, it's like that he used to try to get his. His team into like a negative headspace. Yep. And then put them into a difficult workout and figure out how do they climb out of the negative headspace.
Mm-hmm. Well, in physical discomfort. Right. And you've gotta come up with something, and maybe it is a mantra, maybe that's a tool that you have. Yep. But then the next time you try that thing, maybe that mantra doesn't work. You have to find another tool. Mm-hmm. So there's a lot about mindset, um, which really I think starts with.
Understanding the key concept that your, your mind, your, your thoughts on things. Mm-hmm. Control all of your actions.
[00:18:49] Angie: Yep. All of them. Exactly. The second big rock that you need to look at is you're running. If you want to be a better runner, you obviously need to run, but one of the biggest [00:19:00] mistakes that we see people making is going out and running all of their runs at the same effort level, which leads to a lack of progress, a lot of boredom.
Burnout and injury. Now, if you've heard my story before, you know that I used to hate running and I thought running was so boring because I just went out and I ran at that moderately hard pace, uhhuh or effort, every single run, and I thought it was torture and I hated it until I met Kevin. And Kevin introduced me to interval training, which was super fun for me because it was like, Now you get to run fast.
Now you get to run slow, now you get to walk, now you get to jog. Like there was all of a sudden all of this variety to what I was doing. So it made it a lot more fun. And I was also in my head before that going back to our rock number one of mindset. I always thought I was a slow runner. Mm-hmm. Because I went out and I pushed myself at that medium effort level, every single run.
And I saw that my times weren't [00:20:00] really getting better. Right. Right. And I would just do immediately plateaued almost. Yeah. Because I would just go out and, and I was, I was only running when I had to run as a part of conditioning in my other sports of course. Or because I wanted to lose weight when I was in college.
Yep. And again, I wasn't getting any faster. I was going to the gym and I was running multiple days per week and I. It just, it didn't feel good. It didn't feel good in my body. I didn't see my pace improving like I was getting no satisfaction from this at all.
[00:20:26] Kevin: It's funny cuz I started running, like I started running in high school, so I naturally had like speed workout days.
Right, because you
[00:20:32] Angie: were, but you started running with a coach. Yes. Right. And that's the difference I think because like you started immediately running, you started immediately running with a coach that knew what he was doing. Like a very
[00:20:40] Kevin: good, I started running with like a hall of fame
[00:20:41] Angie: coach too. Like, so he clearly knew what he was doing.
I had no idea what I was doing. I wasn't, I. Being coached by a running coach. Right. I was being coached by a volleyball coach who just me told me I needed to run a mile in eight minutes. That was
[00:20:54] Kevin: it. Right. I mean, when I first started running, it was like the summer before I entered high school. Right. And honestly, most of my runs, I [00:21:00] probably pushed too hard.
I didn't have speed days. I just kind of went out and I, yeah, I ran. I probably pushed too hard, but I enjoyed that aspect of it. Mm-hmm. You ran push too hard and immediately didn't enjoy it. I ran push too hard and enjoyed it. I think that was the difference between the two of us. Mm-hmm. And then very soon thereafter, I was able to flip over and hit a variety of paces, which really leads to like the best way to improve from the pure running side.
Mm-hmm. Is you really need. A range of paces because the, the variety of different paces really will then create a variety of different stresses on your body. Right. It's not the same stress over and over and over again. Mm-hmm. Like if I poke you in the arm once, you're gonna get annoyed, but it won't. Hurt that much.
If I continue to poke that same spot, it's gonna become a bruise. Mm-hmm. So you need this variety of stresses all over the place so that you actually can improve overall as a runner. Mm-hmm. It's not just the same stress day in and day out, which just gets really boring.
[00:21:55] Angie: Yeah. And this is really the section that we're gonna go into a lot more [00:22:00] details next week is really this.
Rock number two of running, because that's where all of these different zone methods fall into is. I'm so excited for that one. Right. So the key again is that you're running your runs at different effort levels and different intensities. Now, there are lots of different zone methods, heart rate zones and power zones and lactate threshold zones, and all different types of zones out there that tell you that you're running at different.
Effort levels and intensities. Yep. Or you can just tap into the way that you're feeling, which is effort level training or rating of perceived exertion, which again is one of the ones we're gonna talk about next, next week. And also the one that we tend to lean on the most in our coaching practice.
Because you don't need any fancy technology. You don't need any sort of extra testing. You need to learn how to connect to yourself and to your body and to know what you're feeling. And that can be scary for some [00:23:00] of you, especially if you've been disconnected from your body a lot. If you've been someone that's been dependent on your watch and someone that's been dependent on, you know, this little device in your hand to tell you on your wrist or in your hand to tell you whether or not you're doing a good job in your running.
It doesn't have to be as complicated as making sure that 72% of your training is within zone 1.473. Yeah, you can do most of your runs. Make sure they feel easy, right? Sure. Let's, let's go back to the 80 20 principle. Most of your runs, 80% of your running should feel easy. So on a scale of one to 10, we're talking like a level two to three outta 10.
It feels easy. You can go out and run at a comfortable phase. Pace you feel like you could run for a very long time and, and not be tired. You feel like you can breathe easily. Your, your breathing is not labored at all. If you are running with someone else, you could have a conversation and not feel out of breath.[00:24:00]
That is what easy running feels like, and that's what the majority of your running. Should be in. Yeah, like a huge majority of it. Right? Then the other 20% you can sprinkle in faster paces. Some of them medium, some of them hard, like there's really, we say on a scale of one to 10, and we can go into more details and we will go into more details next week.
Yeah, we will. But the three biggest effort levels. That you need are easy, medium, and hard. Okay. So if we're gonna keep it simple in this episode, do most of your runs easy? Do some moderate and do a little bit hard.
[00:24:34] Kevin: Uh, yeah. The, the little bit hard is the one thing I just want to just touch a little bit on, on this one.
Yeah. Is you should do hard regularly. Mm-hmm. But when you do it, you should use it very sparingly. So, When we cook, there's salt in most of the things that we make. Mm-hmm. But there's never a ton of salt, otherwise it just tastes disgustingly like salt. But there's salt in it, so you use it regularly. You [00:25:00] should on a, on a at least weekly basis, touch into harder paces.
But when you do it, you don't do a ton of it. Yeah. I think that's what I got on hard.
[00:25:09] Angie: Yep. Okay. So that's the big rock when it comes to running. Okay. This is, again, this episode. We are here to keep it simple for you guys, because if you get these big rocks, you're gonna make a lot of progress. It doesn't have to be more complicated.
Next week, we're gonna get into a lot more details. So for those of you that love numbers and love details, stay tuned for next week. Okay? But for this week, remember, easy, medium, and hard. Mostly easy, some medium, a little bit hard. All right. Number three, strengthen mobility. So one of the big things we see here is that runners only focus on running.
They think in order for me to be a better runner, again, going back to those thoughts that control our actions, in order for me to be a better runner, I just need to run more. They've heard that before. They've heard of the 10,000 hour rule, okay? Where if I wanna become better at something, if I wanna become an expert at [00:26:00] something, I just have to keep doing it more.
And so they only focus on their running and they ignore. Strength training, mobility, anything else other than running, which leads to oftentimes injury or failure. Failure to reach your full potential because you're not strengthening the muscles that are supporting you as a runner, but oftentimes, If people are ignoring strength and mobility, it's really injury that we see the most.
Injury
[00:26:25] Kevin: is more likely to pop up before you hit failure to reach full potential. Right. Depending on like how often you race. Mm-hmm. Like that's the thing is failure to reach potential is gonna really highlight itself if you're racing all the time.
[00:26:36] Angie: Yeah. But, but you're gonna get injured before that. Yeah, probably like quite honestly, like if you're only running and if you're just trying to add mileage, you know, miles and miles, and miles and miles.
Especially if you are in your fourth, fifth, sixth decade of life. Yep. You can't just keep adding mileage with, while ignoring strength and mobility, you are going to get
[00:26:55] Kevin: hurt. Yeah. No, but I read that book from such a long time ago, once a runner and they [00:27:00] said the trials of miles. That was the key. Once a runner
[00:27:02] Angie: is what, an 18 year old?
[00:27:04] Kevin: Yeah, no, he's in college. Okay. 19 year olds. Perfect. And, and the key was just run a bunch. And I've, I've lived in this world before of, and it, cuz it makes. Sense to be a better runner, I need to run more, but the, the issue is in order to run more, I need to be strong enough to do it. Mm-hmm. Like strength y your actual fundamental strength in your body, and not just like your hamstrings and quads, but all of the muscles through your body is the foundation of everything else.
If you don't have sufficient strength, you're not running at all. Like if you don't have sufficient strength, you're not sitting up out of the chair, like you're just, you're laying in the bed because you're not strong enough. So you get strong enough that you can actually stand up. You need to be strong enough that then you can walk forward.
You need to be strong enough that you can run. You're like, oh, great. Well, now I can run. So now I guess I could just double, triple, quadruple my mileage. No, no, no. You need to be strong enough to keep taking all of these steps forward. If you're gonna increase volume, you're gonna increase [00:28:00] speed. You still need to increase your strength.
[00:28:02] Angie: Yeah, I think that one of the reasons that people have a hard time incorporating strength training is because they're not quite sure what to do. Yeah. Whereas it's easy to go out and just run more. That was one
of
[00:28:13] Kevin: my big issues
[00:28:14] Angie: is Right. So I'm like, But you're, you're telling me now that I'm supposed to incorporate strength training, I don't really know what I'm supposed to be
[00:28:19] Kevin: doing.
Right. The difference between running five miles and running six miles is literally just doing the same thing for an extra mile. Right. But the difference between running five miles and running five miles, plus going to the gym and doing a strength routine. Right. Plus setting up a strength routine inside of my house, getting a home gym.
It just equipment. It seems like there's stuff involved. Right. That is much more complicated than. Add an extra
[00:28:40] Angie: mile. Exactly, and it doesn't have to be more complicated. Again, there are basic movements that you can do as a runner without any equipment so that you can start to hit this big rock and start to knock off some of this area of your running performance and really your health in [00:29:00] general because strength.
Is very important for us as we get older. Yes, it's important for us as runners, but it's just important for us as humans. Lean muscle mass is one of the number one things that you can do to help prevent age related illnesses and problems as we get older, like all
[00:29:18] Kevin: the age related declines, right? Like.
Like, as you get older, your VO two max goes down. But why does your VO two max decline? Because you're losing muscle mass. Mm-hmm. But why are you losing muscle mass? Because you're not strength training, right? Just
[00:29:28] Angie: hit up a gym. So if you go out and just run more miles, it it, it's not gonna be the most effective way for you to increase that.
Right? If you
[00:29:36] Kevin: go out and run extra miles, it's as you age and try to increase your mileage, in all likelihood, you're just accelerating muscle atrophy.
[00:29:44] Angie: Oftentimes that is true. So strength, which seems like a bad choice, seem, yeah, so strength training is very, very important. If you're not sure where to start, we have a free resource for you over on the website, real life runners.com/strength.
Again, those are some of the basics, and I give [00:30:00] you a handout, you get a PDF download, you get a video explaining all of the exercises. And then I also have a, a short video. Explaining why I chose those exercises for strength circuit one, because as a runner, it's not that I just, you know, threw a bunch of exercises together.
I'm like, yeah, do anything. But as a runner, there are certain muscles that we need to strengthen for us to. A, get faster, B, be able to run longer, and C not get injured. And the videos that I put together explain kind of all of that for you. So
[00:30:31] Kevin: yeah, I mean, if you're not inside of our academy, I know we have a lot of academy listeners that listen to this, but if you're not and you've not gotten the strength, uh, that.
Like what Angie has created. The Strength guide. The strength guide that Angie has created. Cuz you've had this for a while and you years Yeah, it's it's amazing. Like if you've not seen the Strength Guide and you're not working with us, go to this website, give 'em website again, because this is phenomenal.
Like, you have to get this like of the rocks. This is now the rock that I'm like, I'm cheering on one place. I know
[00:31:00] Kevin: strongly converted me. I now wave the strength flag as I do deadlifts.
[00:31:05] Angie: I strong armed you into strong.
Real life runners.com/strength is that free resource. If you don't have it yet, go check it out. Um, and again, it seems simple, but I. The simplicity is the beauty, like the beauty is in the simplicity of that because it doesn't have to be complicated. And the same thing goes with a lot of these basic exercises, quote unquote basic exercises at the gym, right?
Squats, deadlifts, planks, side planks. They seem basic, but they're not. They're very beneficial and they're basic for a reason. It's kind of like cliches, right? We were talking about cliches the other day. And you were, you were talking about how you were thinking about cliches or using them or something, right?
It is, yeah. But it was like they're cliches for a reason. Right. They didn't just become cliche.
[00:31:55] Kevin: Right. I was like, I was trying to push back against the cliche of like, well, that can't be true. I'm like, well, no, actually it [00:32:00] probably is because it's been like solid advice that's been given for a. Long time.
It probably is there for a reason the same as some of these basic foundational movements and Right. You know, but you go on, you go on the, the different social medias and it's, it's not a guy doing a squat. Certainly you could find people doing squats and showing off their squats online also, but you also have like, The guy who's bouncing on one foot with like a kettlebell swinging in one hand and he's jumping rope in the other.
Right. And like, you don't need to do that. Mm-hmm. That's overkill. That's not that. That's again, striving for the 1%. It's Especially
Challenge yourself, right? When I say easy, I don't mean that you shouldn't feel it. You should definitely feel the strength training. You wanna challenge yourself with the the strength exercises. But it doesn't have to be super complicated. You don't need tons of equipment. Make sure [00:33:00] that you're incorporating strength at least twice a week, maybe even three times a week depending on who you are and what's going on.
Yeah. I
[00:33:06] Kevin: loved your, the foundation of your strength, like the, the strength, the first strength routine that you had created for me. Yeah. I was like, That seems like it's too simple. Like I'm pretty fast. I might be able to do more than this, but being pretty fast and being able to actually go through some of these fundamental movements in the gym are apparently two completely different categories.
As I found out with how sore I was after like day one of trying to add some actual, like extra weight onto these things. Mm-hmm. I'm like, wow, that is really, really hard. And it was. It wasn't like a long routine. I didn't spend an hour and a half in the gym. Right. I spent like 20 minutes and I was so sore the next day.
Mm-hmm. And then three days later when I did the next one, and then the next week I was less sore, and the next week I was just stronger. Right.
[00:33:50] Angie: And I'm so glad you point this out because. If you think, oh, I'm a good runner, or I'm a fast runner it or fast runner, I good. It's easy for me. Yeah, it's gonna be easy for me to do [00:34:00] this.
Uhuh, good one. Oftentimes it's quite the opposite, right? Like this is
[00:34:05] Kevin: watch distance runners try and rock yoga if they've never done yoga before. It's comical every time because I usually do yoga. Annually. Mm-hmm.
[00:34:15] Angie: Yeah. There's an event that I ask my family to go with me to, and, and Kevin usually obliges.
[00:34:20] Kevin: Right. And, and you're like, man, it's just, it's such a nice, relaxing thing, and I am just dripping sweat. And I'm sore. Like as we're leaving the event,
[00:34:28] Angie: I'm like, this is way too easy because I do yoga every week. Right. So it's like that class specifically is a very, very basic class because, which
[00:34:36] Kevin: I appreciate.
Yeah. All right.
[00:34:38] Angie: All right. Fourth Rock. All right. Fourth big rock is recovery and nutrition, and in our program we used to have these two things separate, and we've just recently decided to put them together because they really do go hand in hand. Recovery and nutrition are like two sides of the same coin, essentially.
Yeah, right. So a lot of times we see. [00:35:00] So many people and out there on social media, this is running rampant, right? Oh my goodness. Trying to hack your way to recovery, trying to make sure that you're focusing on the ice baths and the infrared sauna, and doing all of these other little recovery hacks and try to And the supplements.
The supplements, yep. All of that. And not getting enough sleep. Or focusing on mid run nutrition. What do, what do I need to take in on my run? How many calories and how many grams of carbohydrates do I need to take in during my run while still eating like crap? The. Other 16 hours of the day. Right.
[00:35:39] Kevin: And Eli Crapp falls into a couple different categories, right.
Whether it's junk that you're just putting in your body mm-hmm. Or lack of fuel that, that you're literally just not putting fuel into the body the rest of the day. Mm-hmm. You're like, no, no, no. I fuel during my run. But that's the, I I fast the other 23 hours of the day, oh, we're not gonna take, that's not gonna work.
Intermittent fasting. No, no, no. I went, I went to the extreme of I only eat during [00:36:00] my run. Right. I make sure that I have these three gels during my run. Right. And that's my fuel for the day. Right. It's not gonna work.
[00:36:05] Angie: So trying to only focus on your running nutrition or only focus on hacking your recovery, that's a great path to, again, lack of progress, burnout, and injury while you're ignoring the big rocks of getting enough sleep.
Right? This is a really big thing that Kevin and I are non-negotiable about
[00:36:27] Kevin: now. Yep. Yeah. No, this is, this is the one, like sleep is, is the one thing that it's like, okay, well I guess I'm not gonna be able to get in my run tomorrow. Mm-hmm. Because the afternoon, we have these things with family and we stayed up too late.
Right. For me to be able to get my run in in the morning, and so I'm not going to run and I accept it the night before. It's not like, ah, maybe I'll try and squeeze it in here. It's like, no, no, no. I'm not going to sleep like three hours because we stayed up doing yeah, whatever. Probably fun thing, thing with our family, watching a movie out with friends, whatever it [00:37:00] is, that means I'm not doing a morning run the next day.
Yeah,
[00:37:02] Angie: and this is one thing that we definitely did not used to prioritize as much as we do
[00:37:08] Kevin: now. Oh my God. I used to take so much pride in how fast I could burn the candle from both ends.
[00:37:13] Angie: Yeah. And it led to very, very, Poor results, poor outcomes.
[00:37:19] Kevin: Yeah. I mean, three trips to the hospital for three seizures in a year is not usually the sign of good long-term success.
Mm-hmm. But I do think that there was a connection between, uh, like extensive lack of sleep. Yes. That had been building up for years. Chronic. It wasn't just like, oh, well during this marathon training cycle there was lack of sleep. Right. It was lack of sleep since like I was 18 or so. Right. That finally, Um, had enough by the time I was Yeah.
[00:37:45] Angie: 15 years of chronic sleep deprivation. Right. 15 years basically. Okay, great. Well, wait, 2017, so you were 36. So
[00:37:51] Kevin: I started the massive sleep deprivation Yeah. Around the year 2000. Yes. So 17 years of chronic sleep deprivation.
[00:37:56] Angie: 17, 18 years of chronic sleep deprivation. Well, so, and [00:38:00] here's the thing. How many of us.
Have this kind of mentality of like, oh, it's just sleep. It's like, oh, I don't need that much sleep. It's just sleep. Right. God, that was me. Or I'll sleep when I'm dead. This is like the hustle culture message that's out there. Right. And there's a lot more of this take care of yourself. Message coming in. I, I start, I'm like seeing a lot more of that, thank God, but there's still, there's still a lot of people
[00:38:21] Kevin: pushing.
I'll sleep when
I'm
[00:38:22] Angie: dead. There's. Still a lot of that hustle culture mentality out there of, I don't need the sleep. I just, if I'm gonna sacrifice something, it's gonna be the sleep, right? I can stay up late, I can wake up early and go for my run, and then I'll just kind of miss out on some sleep that day.
This overall, especially in the long term, leads to very poor results. And hopefully your poor results don't end in seizures like it did for Kevin. Um, but maybe for you it's a knee injury, it's that chronic ache, achy back, you know, back pain that won't go away. Mm-hmm. Like people sometimes wonder like, why [00:39:00] do I have this nagging injury that is not?
Getting better. Like I'm quote unquote doing all the things, and I say, how much sleep do you get every night? And they're like, oh, about five to six hours. Yep, that's not enough. All right. We as adult humans need seven to eight hours of sleep every night. And there are people out there that will tell you, oh, not everyone needs seven to eight hours.
I will tell you that it's true. That there's people out there that will say that, or that not everybody needs it. Not
[00:39:28] Kevin: everybody needs it, but the number of people that think that they're an outlier just does not make sense on a bell
[00:39:32] Angie: curve. Well, so what I was going to say is that I don't think that if like it's not going to be detrimental to you, oh, is could it, could it be true that you might be an outlier and you don't quote unquote need seven to eight hours of sleep maybe.
Probably not right? Prob, you're probably not the outlier, but would it be detrimental for you if you actually did get [00:40:00] seven to eight hours of sleep? If you are someone that said, you know that whose body doesn't need seven to eight hours of sleep, and you'd be okay on six hours of sleep. Would, wouldn't you still benefit if you get seven to eight hours?
Like I would argue yes. Right? Probably. And those of us that are athletes could probably benefit from even more sleep. So if the average human needs seven to eight, maybe we would do better on eight to nine because we are breaking our muscles down every time we work out. And it is during sleep, especially during deep sleep where our, our bodies regenerate and recover.
Build back stronger than they were before. So if we're short cutting our sleep, we are not building our body back up stronger. Or as strong as we could be, and we're then making it take longer for us to improve and really setting ourself up again for
[00:40:49] Kevin: injury. Yeah, I mean, so much like the body really needs somewhere around that, like eight hours plus or minus.
But like I said, it's, it's a bell curve. Yeah. Some people need even more [00:41:00] than that, right? Like for some people, eight is not sufficient. Mm-hmm. And for some people, you know, they can go less than that. But the way a bell curve works, the way that population mean works is not that many people are on the low end.
And it probably would've shown up a long time ago. If you've been sleep deprived for the last like 20 years, you're like, no, no, no. This is just how I feel. I feel totally normal. Maybe normal is exhausted. Right. How would you feel if you took a nap?
[00:41:24] Angie: Yeah, I mean, maybe I think that that's true. I think that people are chronically exhausted and don't even realize it, right?
[00:41:32] Kevin: So that they think that that's
[00:41:33] Angie: normal. They think that's normal, right? And they just associate that with, okay, well this is how I feel every day, so that must be normal. Right? And not realizing that they could feel better, but. In your case. Right. So for those of you that aren't really familiar with Kevin's story, Kevin had a series of three seizures over the course of 2017 and we did all the tests.
I mean, oh yeah. Okay. So many tests and they could not find [00:42:00] one reason for them, they could not, was a good waste of money. They couldn't pinpoint a reason for these seizures. Thank God on one hand, right? Like thank God there wasn't some sort of like growth or something going on. A good, good point, but, When the more and more research that I did and that we did, going into this idea of overall health and lifestyle and things like that, I am a firm believer now that the chronic sleep deprivation played the biggest role in all of this.
And like you just said, it took 17, 18 years for that to come to head. Yep. Right. So, You might think that you can survive on six hours, five hours of sleep, that you're quote unquote fine sleeping five or six hours a night and then getting up early to train. But is that going to have long-term health consequences for you?
I don't know. I hope not. Yeah. Right. Like I, I, I don't wish this on anyone. I don't want wish any negative health consequences on [00:43:00] anybody, but I do think that you are taking a risk, it's kind of like a, a Russian roulette in a way. Like, and maybe it's not, I. A seizure, maybe. It's, like I said, it's a, it's an Achilles injury that won't go away.
It's a, or the
[00:43:13] Kevin: illness that won't go away. Illness. Illness. We got away, got sick with a cold and you still seem to have that cold six weeks
[00:43:18] Angie: later, or cr or like, uh, subsequent illnesses. Right? Yeah. Like you just seem to be sick all the time. Yeah. That's
Mm-hmm. And in this same category of making sure you're sleeping enough is making sure that you're fueling Yeah. Sufficiently at all times. Like at all times. You need to make sure that you are putting enough fuel in your body, and this is whether you're training hard, whether you're training easy, whether you had like a workout that day, a strength workout, that day speed session.
Always make sure that there is enough fuel inside of your body and air on the side of, maybe I'll have a little
[00:43:54] Angie: bit more, and I think that this is one thing that we have a very hard time with as a [00:44:00] culture, especially as females. Yep. Because if you are like me and you're in your fourth decade of life or beyond, right?
Fourth, fifth, sixth. If you grew up in the eighties and nineties, With diet, culture and all of the things that, all the messaging that we were given at that time, it was always less is more, right? Eat less cuz you wanna lose weight. Mm-hmm. Eating more is going to lead to weight gain and if you come into running with that mentality, again, going back to rock number one about mindset and the way that you think about things, if you have a hard time, Or if you think that you need to eat less in order to lose weight, you're going to restrict the amount of food that you're eating, which could possibly mean that you're not fueling yourself for the training load that you are currently undertaking.
So if you're under fueling, which means not eating enough. Based on how much you're running and training every day and every week, you're not giving your body the building blocks that it [00:45:00] needs to build back stronger in those recovery periods. Okay, so again, a little basic. During workouts, you break your body down.
During recovery, your body builds back stronger, but it needs. Building blocks, which is protein and carbohydrates to build back the muscles stronger than they were before. Okay? Protein specifically will help build back that muscle. Carbohydrate will refill your energy stores and also is the main fuel source for your brain and for most functions in your body.
Right. And so if you're restricting your food in general, or if you're restricting one food group like carbs that now have the bad rap, um, in today's society, people are
[00:45:41] Kevin: given 15 years. People
[00:45:42] Angie: will be fine with carbs. It'll be right. It's always a pendulum, right? But right now, that's what seems to be demonized.
If you're thinking, okay, well I, I have to eat low carb, or I have to be fasting, or I, I'm, I have to be doing all of these things for my gut health or for this health. Are you fueling yourself [00:46:00] as an athlete? That's what you have to ask yourself. Am I providing my body with the fuel that it needs in order for me to do the training that I wanna be doing right now?
That includes the running, the strength training, like whatever it is that you're trying to accomplish right now, whatever goal it is that you have, are you fueling your body in order to help? Accomplish
[00:46:20] Kevin: that goal. I think that's excellent stated. Um, and then one of the other things I just wanna touch on just a little bit, because it falls into the category of trying to hack your way to success, which ignores the fundamental principles, it's reaching for the 1% and forgetting the low hanging fruit.
Um, some of these recovery shortcuts from, you know, the, the magic compression boots to the ice baths, to the various supplements. Mm-hmm. They might actually prevent your body from going through the actual, like, Your own body's recovery process. Yeah. When you work out, whether it's running or lifting or whatever, it's when you workout, you get sore.
You're sore for a reason. It signals your body. You went a little bit too hard, and [00:47:00] then your body is forced to build back stronger. It's forced to say, oh, if I want to go to that speed again, I need to get a little bit more capable of that. And it makes whatever the appropriate adaptation is, it builds the muscle, it creates mitochondria, increases the blood volume, it does all sorts of the different adaptations depending on how you showed it that it wasn't capable.
If, if you use all of these different recovery shortcuts and say, oh, my, my legs are feeling sore, so if I take an ice bath and then I get the compression sleeves on, it just wipes out the soreness and your body doesn't bother trying to build back stronger because it. Doesn't have anything to build back anymore.
All the soreness is gone, all the inflammation is gone, and there's no repair crew trying to rush to the scene because you artificially took care of it. So you're not necessarily coming back stronger. You're going through these difficult workouts, but then you're artificially re like enhancing your recovery.
[00:47:52] Angie: Yeah. And so there are benefits to some of these recovery tools depending on the training cycle that you're in, and depending on the tool [00:48:00] that you're currently focusing on. So we're not saying that they're all a bunch of, they're, they're not all a sham, like they, no, they, a lot of them work. But what Kevin, I, I mean, I completely agree, right, is that you're not allowing your body to actually make those adaptations.
It's like, um, Doing things for your kids instead of letting them do that things themselves. Yes. Right. Like when you have kids and they're growing up, they need to learn certain skills and if you, so if they get up, say they're trying to learn how to walk uhhuh, and they get up and they fall back down and you run over and you pick them up and you carry them everywhere.
It's gonna take longer for them to learn how to walk a whole lot longer.
[00:48:37] Kevin: Right. Or it will be way faster to get there if you just carry the kid rather than let them walk and trip and walk and trip and walk and stumble. Well,
[00:48:44] Angie: and think about the other skills that we try to like tying their shoelaces.
Right. That's a great,
[00:48:49] Kevin: oh my. How, like let's build in an extra 20 minutes to get outta the house because the kid, it's though needs to tie both of their
[00:48:55] Angie: shoots. Right? But if you don't let them do it, and if you don't let them fail and you don't [00:49:00] let them take the time to, to learn how to do that themselves, and you just jump in and do it for them, they're never gonna actually learn how to do it.
You're, they're gonna be a 10 year old on my softball team that doesn't know how to tie their shoes when they're on first base. That asks first base coach to tie her shoes because she doesn't know how to do it. I mean, because her parents been doing it for her the whole, the whole time.
[00:49:18] Kevin: I know you get excited with the 10 year old.
I used to sell shoes. I. The number of full-grown adults in their thirties and forties that would come in, no, they could tie their shoes, but they couldn't tie them Well, no. They literally, they would take like a completely brand new pair of shoes that was loosened all the bottom and just take the two end strings and yank up so it's not tightened anywhere.
Instead of like fighting from the right, they just yanked the whole thing up and then I, they would still tie awkwardly. It was. So uncomfortable. It was, it was
[00:49:50] Angie: bad. I mean, maybe they were just doing that because they were trying shoes on and they didn't wanna take the time
Which was really uncomfortable because I was like, I don't know, 18 at the time. Right. And I would have to go like, tie the shoes of this like, 40 year old person. I was like, um, you, you have to start here. It was, it was the funniest thing. Yeah. But
[00:50:13] Angie: th that kind of makes the point, right, of like, if you're the parent that's constantly doing the thing and tying your sh the shoes for your child and don't let them do it, it, it's gonna take a lot longer for them to learn that skill.
So if you're short cutting your recovery by using all these recovery hacks, Will you feel better quicker in the short term? Absolutely. But will it take you longer to make those adaptations that you want? Probably
[00:50:38] Kevin: yes. Yeah. So like if you have a race coming up this weekend and you have something that's particularly sore, by all means, absolutely.
Ice the heck outta that thing, right? Whatever you can do to feel better this weekend, but long term, year over year growth is gonna be better without some of the tools. All the time.
[00:50:53] Angie: Exactly. So those are the four main pillars that we want you to think about. The four big rocks that you need to be [00:51:00] putting in your jar to keep your training simple.
Okay. Again, mindset, realizing your th the power of your thoughts and really getting clear on what it is that you're thinking like. Step one for all of this is awareness. If you haven't, um, listened to episode 300, go back and li listen to episode 300, which is the Real Life Runners method, which goes through the three steps of awareness, intention, and action.
You can take those three steps and apply that to every single one of these rocks. Like where am I right now with my mindset? How do I want to show up? What is the intention that I want to have? What is the goal? And then start taking action to change those things, right, in all four of these areas. So again, number one, mindset.
Number two, running. Keep it easy, medium and hard. Number three. Strength training and mobility. Make sure that you're incorporating strength training at least twice a week. And it can be basic. It doesn't have to be big, complicated things. And number four, making sure that you're getting enough sleep and fueling your body with enough food [00:52:00] so that you can gain the benefits of your training.
Those are the four things you really need to focus on before you start to get into. The nitty gritty details that we're gonna go into a lot more next
[00:52:10] Kevin: week. This was a great episode. I am also really looking forward to the details of next week.
[00:52:15] Angie: I think that next week is gonna be a lot more you talking than me talking.
We'll have some listeners back and
[00:52:19] Kevin: forth because you are a genius, so you're gonna help be able to explain some things to well, I know, but you get
[00:52:23] Angie: very, very excited about all the little scientific, I think you're really excited details. So, um, again, a couple things that we mentioned in this episode. If you.
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Corporations get enormous benefits that regular
"persons" do not. One of the biggest is limited liability. This means that the
shareholders are not liable for the debts of the corporation. A corporation can
get in a lot of trouble, financial and otherwise, and then just close up shop,
divide its assets to its creditors, and the shareholders can just walk away
losing only the money they originally put in. While it might be a "person" to
certain members of the Supreme Court, there is no person to be made to work off
the debt or to put in jail.
Corporations also enjoy
lower tax rates than people do. (Except for the people who make a gain from the
shares: they get a special, even lower tax rate called "capital gains." Why is
this? The capital gains tax rate is lower because the wealthiest make most of
their income from capital gains, and the wealthiest make most of their income
from capital gains because the capital gains tax rate is
lower.)
And of course, corporate
"persons" never have to die.
In return, we the people of
the United States ask corporations to pitch in to help pay for the roads and
courts and schools and scientific research and government contracts and the rest
of the things that have helped make them the prosperous entities they are. But a
number of American corporations are so fed up with the idea that should pay
their taxes that they are actually renouncing their U.S. citizenship. These
corporations are "leaving" the U.S. to dodge taxes -- but their executives,
employees, offices, stores, customers etc. are still here. The only thing that
is really leaving the country is the requirement to pay U.S.
taxes.
These corporations are able
to "leave" the U.S. by engaging in something called inversion. Explaining an
inversion is a bit complicated. A U.S. company buys or merges with a non-U.S.
company, and the result is that the U.S. company can be considered to be a
company from the other country. But at the same time the company keeps most of
its operations, etc. inside the U.S. The result is that it might still owe taxes
on income reported as made in the U.S., but it owes no taxes on income
elsewhere.
Here are five companies --
only a handful of the total -- that have or are trying to renounce their U.S.
citizenship to avoid paying taxes to help cover the benefits they
receive.
1.
Walgreens
Walgreens is the U.S.'
largest pharmacy retailer with 8,200 stores and locations in all 50 states, and
the company is currently deciding whether to renounce its U.S. corporate status
and instead claim on paper to be a Swiss company. According to Americans for Tax Fairness , this move would mean Walgreens
avoids paying $4 billion in U.S. taxes in the next five years.
Americans for Tax
Fairness points out that "Walgreens receives nearly a quarter of
its income from taxpayers through government programs. Of its $72 billion in
2013 sales, an estimated $16.7 billion, or 23 percent, came from Medicare and
Medicaid." (See Is Walgreens Trying To Leave The U.S.? )
2.
Medtronic
Medtronic Inc., a medical
device maker with $17 billion in annual sales, is in the middle of purchasing
Ireland's Covidien for $42.9 billion as a tax-avoidance
scheme.
"Both companies are in the
medical device business, but analysts and investors have said the deal makes
sense largely because Medtronic can tap its $12 billion in overseas cash without
paying United States taxes."
Medtronic has
been keeping its non-U.S. profits "out of the country" to avoid the taxes it
owes on that money. Now it is using the funds to buy itself out of the U.S. for
good. Of course, it will still have the same offices, employees and customers
here. Our tax laws let it get away with this.
Usually a company claims it
is doing this "for the shareholders." But in this case it is going to cost
Medtronics' shareholders big-time. The IRS is going to declare this counts as
shareholders selling their Medtronics stock, and will hit them with a tax bill
for the gains. However, Medtronics executives will have their tax bills covered
by the company.
Dave has more than 20 years of technology industry experience. His earlier career included technical positions, including video game design at Atari and Imagic. He was a pioneer in design and development of productivity and educational | eng | c9ca5956-dc91-44a3-bb6d-5863af35cb98 | https://www.opednews.com/articles/5-Giant-Un-American-Corpor-by-Dave-Johnson-Avoiding_Corporations_Taxes-140722-607.html |
A Brief History Of Industrial Revolution By Timeline
Industrial Revolution History
History of industrial revolution
The foundation of the industrial revolution was laid in the United Kingdom, and some of the most significant technological inventions were from Britain. The revolution took place in 1815 and continued till the next century. Steam power was a breakthrough in this revolution. The engine transformed water vapor thermal energy into mechanical energy. This invention revolutionized society like never before. The steam engine was mainly used in transportation and factories.
The use of the steam engine changed object manufacturing completely. These objects previously made in small workshops were now produced in big factories. For this reason, small workshops practically disappeared. This helped the economy to prosper.
Steam engines were also used in transportation trade, commerce, and long-distance traveling became more effortless. Freight trains could transport heavy cargo at a too-high speed for that climb, almost 40 km/h. Steamships were a breakthrough because navigating wouldn't have to depend on or be interrupted by weather conditions for the first time in history.
A brief history of the industrial revolution
The Industrial Revolution began in England in the 18th century with James Watts's steam engine. The idea was mainly to pump water from the English iron and coal mines. Also, this artificial power rapidly converted into a driving force for the coming century. This invention was used in textile production, mining, iron smelting, and many other industrial quests in years to come.
The beginning of the 19th century witnessed another invention after the steam engine: railroads. The steam engines also directed the invention of the first steamboats and then steamships. It made regular journeys across the ocean, radically decreasing the time to travel overseas. Many factors can be taken into consideration that led to Industrial Revolution. However, there are three main factors in which this industrial age could be entrenched:
Steam.
Iron.
Coal.
Coal was used to fire the steam engines and was produced in huge quantities in England. These mechanical devices and other machines were designed and forged out of iron. The vagaries that started in the Industrial Revolution never actually ended. The roots of this revolution date back to a thousand years ago.
The beginning of the industrial revolution has been labeled as the most significant occurrence in the history of humankind. Between 1840 and 1870, technology and the economy progressed rapidly, embracing steam transport and mass production of machine tools. The usage of machines in factories was powered by steam. So, the First Industrial Revolution evolved into Second Industrial Revolution.
In 1837 Samuel Morris invented the Telegraph in Boston. This device enabled people to communicate over long distances. In addition, Morse created a code in which letters were represented by sound signals nowadays known as the Morse code. The first telegraph message from Washington, DC, to Baltimore was sent seven years later. Both cities were 60 kilometers apart. A few years after that, telegraph lines connected the continents of America and Europe.
Iron revolution
History speaks of the Iron Age, which began in 1000 B.C. when man carved weapons and tools of iron. The Iron Age sustains as we are still dependent on this essential metal. The effects of the Industrial Revolution persist in amending modern economies, creating undulations in the industrialized world. The Industrial Revolution symbolized a key turn-off in history.
Nearly every facet of day-to-day life was swayed in some way. In specific, average revenue and populace began to display extraordinary constant progress. Many economists say that this revolution's main effect was that the overall people's standard of living rose steadily for the first time in history. However, others say it did not progress until the late 19th and 20th centuries.
At about the same time the Industrial Revolution happened, Britain experienced an agricultural revolution, which expanded the standard of living. In the early 19th century, textile production in a mechanized way spread from Great Britain to Europe, France being the home to the most important centers. A vital iron manufacturing center established in Belgium, industrialization has spread fast throughout the world since its inception.
The exact start and end date of the Industrial Revolution is still argued by historians, as is the stride of social and economic change. GDP per capita was approximately steady before the revolution. Also, with the advent of the modern capitalist economy, capitalist economies witnessed an age of per capita economic growth in the capitalist economies.
Coal revolution
During the many wars in the century, particularly the Seven Years' War, Britain extended their control over many colonies across the seas. England's main rival, France, lost control of Canada and India to the English mid-century. The English navy commanded powerful trading ships spread across the world. They faced many problems on various fronts. The British Isles' population multiplied quickly, leading to a shortage of wood and cloth.
People replaced wood for coal and used wood to cook and heat homes for smelting and blacksmithing. Huge demands for coal lead to extensive mining. Miners dug deep to supply the people with coal, and finding coal on the surface was no more possible. Deep mines posed a problem because water seeped into them, and something needed to be done to pump out the water from the mines.
The solution was soon invented: steam-powered pumps. These machines forced water from the flooded coal mines, making them mineable again. The English used wood to smelt iron which they soon replaced with coal. First, they used charcoal to heat iron and remove its carbon impurities.
But later in the 18th century, these smelting industries started using coke. It was a greyish, hard substance produced when soft coal was heated in an air-tight oven, removing the coke gas and coal tar as the fuel for smelting iron. This expanded the business of coal mining in England.
Since Middle Ages, England has been home to the wool trade. The English men raised sheep and spun thread into woolen clothes and garments. The growing population now requires clothes to overcome this shortage. Many new machines took over the old system of cloth production.
Cotton revolution
When the English expanded their trade to Egypt and India, they were introduced to a new material: cotton. Thousands of women worked on spinning wool and now cotton. But since the requirement was too much, they lagged in mass production.
The old ways of using the spinning wheel could not keep up with the demand. Two things required more quantity and better quality. Two things were needed: good machines and building faster. These setups required bigger space and more extensive facilities. It led to the establishment of factories which was also the result of the Metal Revolution.
Revolution of the metal industry
Once coal replaced wood and other natural fuels, a drastic revolution in the metal industries came. When given a certain amount of heat, coal needed less labor in mining than chopping wood and turning it into charcoal. Coal was naturally obtainable in plentiful.
Coal gained its importance in 1678 when Sir Clement Clerke. A few other inventors started using it in reverberatory furnaces called cupolas. These cupolas were operated by controlling flames on the charcoal, coke mixture, and ore, which reduced the oxide to metal.
The advantage of using this mechanism was that the impurities like sulfur ash did not combine with the metal. Later, the same technology was applied to smelt lead and copper in 1678 and 1687. Later in 1709, Abraham Darby successfully fuelled his blast furnaces at Coalbrookdale with coke.
The coke iron that he manufactured was used to make cast-iron products like kettles and pots. He had patented his cast and hence had an advantage over his rivals. Because the pots Darby manufactured were thinner and cheaper than his competitor's products.
Darby's sons established two furnaces at Ketley and Horsehay, which produced bar iron in the mid-1750s. Coke pig iron was now cheaper than charcoal pig iron. Since the iron cast was also affordable and was available in plenty, it was used as material to build new structures like the Iron Bridge of 1778. The ironsmiths still used the finery forges to make daily consumer products from the bar iron. But with time, new procedures were developed and implemented in the years to come.
The earlier methods were potting and stamping, later modified by Henry Cort's pudding process. The court made two important iron-producing processes:
1783 he developed the rolling process, and in 1784, he made the puddling process.
To consolidate wrought iron and remove scum, hammering was replaced by rolling. It was about 15 times faster than hammering. Initially, the rolling mills were used to make sheets, but later on, the process was used to roll structural shapes like rails and angles.
The pig iron was decarburized using slow oxidation. Iron ore was used as a source of oxygen. The process was known as puddling, as it was stirred manually with the help of a long rod. Decarburized iron has a higher melting point compared to cast iron. So it was scraped into blobs by the puddler, and once the blob was big enough, the puddler removed it.
It was not easy to puddle in such high temperatures in the reverberatory furnace. There were only some puddlers who made it to the age of 40. Puddling was used till the 19th century when steel was slowly replacing iron. The puddling process could never be mechanized as it needed the skills of a human to sense the iron blobs.
Till mid 17th century, British iron manufacturers used substantial quantities of iron. It was imported to add to the local provisions, mostly from Sweden and Russia. Later in 1785, they stopped importing iron from the countries.
The most important development of the 19th century was the hot blast made and patented by James Beaumont Neilson. The process saved energy in the process of making pig iron. The combustion air was preheated by using waste exhaust heat. So the fuel required to make one unit of pig iron decreased by around one-third. If coal was used and two-thirds of coke was used, the effectiveness increased every time the technology was bettered.
Hot blasts kept the furnaces' temperatures high and helped grow their capacity. The lesser coke or coal was used, the fewer impurities in the pig iron. It also meant that anthracite or lower-quality coal could be used where coking could not be done. Or the process was too expensive to be performed.
Steel revolution
Nevertheless, transportation costs fell extensively by the end of the 19th century. About twenty years before the Industrial Revolution laid its foundations, steel production. An expensive commodity that was improved and used to make products like springs and cutting-edge tools, such as iron, couldn't be used to make such commodities.
In the 1740s, Benjamin Huntsman developed a crucible steel technique that used blister steel as raw material from the cementation process. Inexpensive steel and iron helped many nails, wires, hinges, and hardware products. Improvements in the machine tools made it easy to work with iron because it was used to make machines and engine industries.
Revolution of textiles industries
For years England was the spearhead in the making and extension of the Industrial Revolution. There are some important reasons why England's sudden shift; from being dependent on agriculture to increased industrialization.
For example, in the 1700s, Britain was led by parliamentarians and ministers who reacted compassionately to commerce, trade, and industrial expansion. Their lands were rich with raw materials such as coal, iron ore, and cheap human labor. Financial institutions like banks and lending houses helped raise capital to purchase steam engines, make factories, construct mills, and employ workers. Moreover, England had many overseas markets. They had to be ready with products used for trading, like coal, iron, textiles, or other things.
One of the causes of the Industrial Revolution originated in the textile industry. When cotton material was introduced to England in the 1600s, it completely changed, producing cotton thread and cotton materials. There were a series of improvements and creations that brought about the change.
An English weaver John Kay from Lancashire, invented the flying shuttle in 1733. A handloom could be operated by a single person instead of two. However, the masses were not entirely happy with the invention as they thought the new machine could leave many unemployed.
The angry crowd attacked Kay's home and demolished it. Kay's flying shuttle took time to gain recognition, which helped improve the production speed of a single weaver. But the one-person loom needed thread from four to five spinners to keep a loom worker busy.
In 1765, a carpenter from Lancashire, James Hargreaves, invented the spinning machine that could spin eight threads at a time. He named the machine "Jenny" after his wife." He patented his new invention in 1770. However, the number of threads a spinning machine could produce slowly increased to 100. The cloth worker's reception of such new inventions was slow. Hargreaves, too, faced the same consequences as Kay. His house was attacked, and his newly invented spinning jenny was burned.
These beautiful devices transformed the cotton thread industry. The spinners were now spinning around 20000 spinning jennies by 1778. This machine cut down the working hours spent spinning thread and yarn. Earlier, one had to work 1000 hours to make about 22 pounds of cotton thread. In comparison, the spinning jenny lowered the spinning hours to 400 and further improved. It came down to 20 hours!
Lancashire seemed to be home to many inventors. In 1769, Richard Arkwright, a barber from the same place, held the patent to the water frame. These rollers were powered by water with spindles to produce coarse but strong thread.
Some years later, Samuel Crompton, a tinkerer from Lancashire, produced fine and strong cotton thread by combining Hargreaves spinning and Arkwright's water frame. They called it Spinning Mule. These machines brought about a revolution in the textile industry to the English. They spun about 8 million pounds of thread in 1770 and started spinning 37 million pounds of cotton by 1790.
The quantity kept increasing, and in 1815 the English reached the 100 million pound mark. By 1850, the English weavers boasted spinning around 250 million pounds of cotton. Edmund Cartwright had built two factories that were destroyed by his workers and burned down. Cartwright's machine design had many faults, especially thread breaks. In 1813 Samuel Horrocks patented a better loom that proved fairly good and successful.
Richard Roberts bettered his loom in 1822, and Roberts, Hill & Co. manufactured these looms in huge numbers. The increasing demand for cotton was a good prospect for the Southern United States planters if they could easily remove the seed.
Steam engine revolution
What drove the Industrialization age was primarily to exploit a natural power source. It was steam! The innovative minds of the ancient ages also understood the marvelous power of steam. In A.D 60, a Greek tinkerer, Hero of Alexandria, made a small machine of metal spheres with sprouting jets and was mounted on the center shaft.
When the water in the sphere was heated using fire, the ball moved when steam spurted out of the jets. It cannot be called a perfect device as it did not serve any cause. It was more like a toy, and the rudimentary device was named an aeolipile.
The device was built many years later, but it was for a specific purpose this time. Increased demands for coal required the English to dig deeper into mines which drove water into them. These devices were used to pump out the water to eliminate this problem. The deeper the mines more acute the problem became. The water problems closer to the earth's surface were solved using horse gins. It was the short word for the engine.
The method involved horses who walked in circles with a massive drum tied to a pulley and a bucket. Since the mines were deep, so the horse gins could not solve this problem. So a new technology was required.
A British citizen, Thomas Savery, came to the rescue of this problem. In 1698 he invented a low-power steam engine that functioned as a pump. The water pump branded by the name Miners Friend produced around one horsepower. It was put to work for many water-related works and coal mines. Savery's pump was very cost-effective but was susceptible to the explosion of its boiler for large horsepower ranges.
As an English metal, these pumps were sustained in the market until the late 18th century. Iron salesman Thomas Newcomen built his piston steam engine in 1712 in the Midlands near Dudley Castle near Coalbrookdale. The engines were productively used in the deep mines, blocked by water. Since these engines were kept on the surface, they were huge, needed a lot of investment to be built, and produced five horsepower.
If we look at the machine from our perspective, it was incompetent as per our modern standards. But if they were set on pit heads where the coal was cheap, it gave way to deep coal mining. Despite a few disadvantages, the engines of Newcomen were easy to maintain and dependable too. Hence they continued to provide their services to the coal mines till the early 19th century.
By Newcomen's death, his work had spread far and wide, beginning with Hungary, Austria, Sweden, and Germany. According to the records, an aggregate of 110 engines was built by 1733 after the joint patent expired, 14 of which were abroad. An engineer, John Smeaton, built many large and improved engines within years. Also, the total number of engines built reached 1,454 by 1800.
James Watt from Scotland brought about an essential variation in the operating principles. Englishman Matthew Boulton had almost perfected his steam engine by 1778, assimilating many essential enhancements. The most noticeable thing was that the upper part of the cylinder was sealed off, enabling the low-pressure steam engine to drive the top of the piston in place of the atmosphere. There was a separate chamber for the condenser and the use of a steam jacket.
The cooling water, inserted right into the cylinder to cool it and used to waste steam, was removed because of a separate condenser. Including steam, the jacket retained the steam from condensing in the cylinder. It also improved the competence of the engine. Watts and Boulton now integrated better ways and processes into the steam engine. It used 20 to 25 percent more coal per horsepower per hour than Newcomen's engine.
Watts and Boulton manufactured such engines in the Soho Foundry, established in 1795. By 1800, the Watts steam engine could drive the rotary machinery of a mill or a factory. It had been completely transformed into a double-acting rotative type. Watts engines were profitable and popular. Boulton & Watts had made 496 engines, 24 serving blast furnaces, 164 driving pumps, and 308 powering mill machinery. Almost all the engines produced 5 to 10 horsepower!
Many metal machinery tools played an essential role in making these powerful engines. Engine planning, milling, lathe, and shaping machines were power-driven by these engines, enabling the accurate cutting of the metal parts. The steam engine design until 1800 was based on a beam engine, made as an essential part of a brick or stone engine house.
But soon, many different outlines of a self-sufficient rotative engine were produced, like the table engine. At the beginning of the 19th century, Richard Trevithick, a Cornish engineer, and an American, Oliver Evans, built non-condensing high-pressure steam engines, fatiguing against the atmosphere. The engines were solid enough for rail locomotives, mobile roads, and steamboats.
Machine tools revolution
The many machines being developed increasingly required machinery to cut metal parts. The watch and other small instrument repairers developed some small tools earlier. Before machine tools were invented, many hand tools like files, scrapers, hammers, chisels, and saws were used. Metal was hardly used, and the wood products would split or crack with weather changes.
With the revolution, metal frames and parts became famous and had soaring high prices because of the hard labor to achieve meticulousness. Many artisans gave their input by crafting windmills and wooden frames etc. The first big machine tool built was the cylinder boring machine that bore the large-diameter cylinders on the earlier built steam engines. The planning, shaping, and milling machines followed.
In the early parts of the 19th century, Joseph Bramah, an inventor, and locksmith who had patented a lathe similar to that of a slide rest lathe, hired Henry Maudslay to produce high-security metal locks, which required meticulous workmanship. Maudslay was a perfectionist in the slide rest lathe, which could perfectly cut screws with various thread pitches using variable gears between the lead screw and the spindle. Later, Maudslay set up his shop and trained many men on this machine.
Chemicals revolution
John Roebuck has been credited with producing the first chemical sulphuric acid, which he did using the lead chamber process in 1746. He replaced the expensive glass containers with compartments made of lead and produced large quantities, around 100 pounds. Alkali and sodium carbonate production followed, which Nicholas Leblanc produced in 1791. He also introduced the Leblanc process in which sodium chloride was reacted with sulphuric acid to produce hydrochloric acid and sodium sulfate.
Sodium carbonate was used in industries like soap, paper, textiles, and glass. Earlier, sulphuric acid was used to remove rust from iron and bleach clothes. Based on the discoveries of Claude Louis in 1800, Charles Tennant improved the production of bleaching powder. Earlier, the process had required months which he now reduced to days.
His factory in North Glasgow had become the biggest chemical factory globally. Later in the 1860s, Germans took the lead in producing dye, and many ambitious chemists rushed to Germany to learn the procedure. British did not set up universities as an alternative to employing German chemists.
Revolution in other trades
Cement: A British, Joseph Aspdin, patented Portland cement in 1824. Portland Cement constructed the London sewerage system and the Thames tunnel.
Gas Lighting: William Murdoch was the person who brought in this revolution, and in London, between 1812 and 1820, the first gas lighting utilities were set up. Gaslighting played a crucial role in industrial organizations as the factories and other sets could remain open longer because of light.
Paper Machine: Nicholas Louis Robert invented a machine that made continuous sheets of paper, and the machine was named Fourdrinier. Although many alternations have been made, this paper production method is still used.
Glass Making: In 1832, Lucas and William Chance (Chance Brothers) first used the cylinder to make glass sheets. The continuous sheets of glass helped in planning many interiors freely.
Agriculture: The primary machines that helped agriculture were the Dutch plough, threshing machine, and seed drill. In 1701, Jethro Tull invented a better seed drill, but it was expensive. Joseph Foljambe Rotherham made the first marketable plough in 1730, and Andrew Meikle made the threshing machine in 1784. The threshing machine bought about riots and revolts as manual threshing required a lot of labor, and many laborers lost jobs and causing the agricultural rebellion Swing Riots.
Transportation: The turnpike road network, railway lines, waterways, and canals were all improved because of the Industrial Revolution in Britain. Moving products, commodities, and raw materials speedily, quickly, and lower was now easy. Better transportation helped new ideas to spread fast.
Canals: The first canal Bridgewater Canal in North West England, was built in the 18th century, and most of the funds came from the 3rd Duke of Bridgewater. Many canals followed soon. Thames, Severn Canal, Leeds, and Liverpool Canal were the most noticeable. Later, Manchester Ship Canal was the largest global canal and was inaugurated in 1894.
Roads & Railways: Before the revolution could start, roads were not properly kept. Later on, after 1720, turnpike trusts were set up to maintain the roads. John McAdam, Thomas Telford, and John Metcalf were responsible for engineering the streets. They did not disappoint their fellow countrymen.
The first steam-run public railways began in 1825 with Stockton and Darlington Railways. In 1830 Liverpool and Manchester Railways were opened to the public. Railways took pace in 1829 when a hot blast was developed earlier, lessening the fuel intake of iron.
Social revolution
Industrial Revolution was a roller coaster in the lives of those who witnessed it. However, the changes were for good in the long term. Many suffered from modern machinery and inventions of various machines and products. The cottage industry practically applied in every home, where a farmer and his family mainly produced goods.
The spinning jenny was reasonably priced and could be afforded, but the products which replaced it were costly. The only thing a man could do was get a job in the factory. The factory laborers were poorly paid. It was not until the late 1980s that the standard of living for the common masses improved. Most of the population constituted the poorer class, who endured many declines in their living standards.
The wages were increased only by 15% in the late 1780s. Many died of hunger and malnutrition in France and Britain; on average, people lived only for about 35 years. This was because of the increasing population with the Industrial Revolution, things became cheaper, and food prices decreased.
People during these times lived in extremes. Factory owners had beautiful houses, whereas the laborers of the factories did not even have properly enclosed homes that lacked sanitation facilities. People shared small rooms and slept on sawdust. Unhygienic situations gave rise to many diseases. Many diseases were caused by water, like typhoid and cholera, which are common among children. Conditions improved only in the 19th century when many health regulations were followed, and conditions improved.
Industrial Revolution in other countries
Many countries have been active participants in this revolution. However, it all started with Great Britain, which slowly moved to America, Europe, and the rest of the continent. Great Britain Heads the Way Earlier. The English had become one of the most powerful nations in the world. Early in the 18th century, overseas trade made Britain a wealthy country.
Traditional rural living way of life and the countryside owned by the aristocracy lost their importance during the industrial revolution. In the urban class emerges the Bruges Ozzie. These factory owners had become wealthy peasants forming the so-called proletariat. Wage-earners worked in the factories for very little money. They were poor, and their working conditions were dreadful. But a century passed, and workers started trade unions and associations that helped improve their situation.
Belgium
Only some parts of the British inventions were ado. Ted was in many situations as their locally available resources differed from the English. There were many mining areas built in Liege and Charleroi. John Cockerill set up a factory in Seraing, which had all the processes from production to supply.
Historians have also stated many iron-making developments, especially in Sambre, Haine, and Meuse Valleys. The revolution was considered to be quite traditional. It didn't affect most of the population except those near the coal mining and iron-making areas.
United States of America (USA)
While other countries were experiencing Industrialization, America continued to be an agricultural economy. Railways, roads, waterways, and canals were essential to moving agricultural products and nature, especially in a vast but thinly populated country. America saw the Industrial Revolution with the cotton gin's invention and making interchangeable parts.
The invention of machine tools and interchangeable parts laid the foundations for the industrial revolution. Oliver Evans made an automatic four-mill that required no labor from loading the grain to the flour discharge.
Later in 1787, Cabot Brothers and Thomas Somers founded the biggest cotton mill Beverly Cotton Manufactory. The American industrial revolution was set on the banks of the Blackstone River. Its tributaries and around 1100 mills functioned in this valley.
In 1854 Waltham Watch Company, situated in Waltham, Massachusetts, was recognized for bringing industrialization to the watch industry. Samuel Slater set up the Slater Mill in 1793. He mastered his skills in Derbyshire, England, and moved to New York. In 1789, he later owned 13 textile mills after founding the Slater Mill by breaking the British skilled workers' emigration laws.
Germany
The Germans were excellent chemists, and they flourished in their chemistry. People flocked to study in their universities and learn new dye ways. Earlier, the Germans lagged in building efficient roads and railways because of unity. But Britain's rapid development buckled them up, and they soon constructed railways and roads.
Sweden
Sweden experienced two revolutions, simultaneously the agriculture revolution and the industrial revolution. They had large estates, new farming tools, and crops and developed a system of proto-industrialization where the farmers could grow their crops. When they were free after the harvest in the winter, they could move to the industries to earn wages.
The industrial revolution focused on their local markets, circling on paper making, textiles, mechanical engineering, and power utilities. The country prospered with trade and commerce when it opened the gates for free business and exported wood, steel, and crops.
Japan
The leaders from the Meiji period helped bring about an industrial revolution in Japan in 1870. They sent thousands of youngsters to Europe and the United States to learn their ways. They employed over 3,000 experts from the Western world to learn their language, technology, mathematics, and modern science. The Iwakura Mission of Japan was a breakthrough in their revolution, and Japan quickly caught up with the others.
In 1882, the Bank of Japan was founded and used taxes to set up textile factories and model steel. Japan's first modern industries came up in textiles which comprised cotton and the famous silk. Silk was made in many workshops at home, mainly in rural areas. History has experienced much turmoil, and revolution has contributed much to it. This phase saw the most intelligent people who set based on modern machines, tools, and techniques.
Effects and causes of industrial revolution
In late 1700, most people worked in the fields on land they did not own. Those who owned the aristocrats' land lived refined lives, an elegant manor, housed servants, raised children, and did housework. The landowners and the people who worked for them depended upon each other. It was a system that had existed for centuries.
In towns across England and the United States, extraordinary innovations would alter how people lived and worked for the next 150 years. Inventors have found new ways to harness nature's energy. They built new machines powered by water, steam, and coal. The new machines replaced hand power tools. They did the same work, only cheaper and faster.
Much of the work was done outside the home in specially designed buildings. Mechanization began in England's textile mills, where one machine attached to a spinning wheel could do the work of 50 people, and fuel, clothing, and food became more affordable. With the development of locomotives and steamboats, manufactured goods could now be sold halfway around the world. Families moved from the villages of their ancestors to new industrial towns. A new class of people emerged as workers who produced goods.
Industrialists, the people who owned the factories, employed hundreds, sometimes thousands. They made enormous profits in their industrial centers. But while the industrial revolution brought wealth to some and jobs to others, it came with a price tag.
Pollution from coal-powered factories turned the city black. The lack of housing created the first urban slums. The demand for more and more goods and higher profits brought about the exploitation of workers, including children. Some of the worst conditions were seen in New England's textile mills.
It was hiring children, some as young as five years old. Workers throughout the eighteen hundreds and early nineteen hundred outraged the public. Workers and reformers protested. They formed unions and associations and fought for government regulations to limit the workday and protect children. These laws helped address many of the abuses brought on by the Industrial Revolution.
Conclusion
Historians have varied opinions about the industrial revolution, which cannot be summed up easily. Capitalism was caused when science was booming, and developments brought societal upgrades. The machines helped people work easily and provided jobs to everyone in the factories. It increased wealth, and only the adults worked while the children and adults were free.
Socialism came up as an evaluation of capitalism. According to Karl Marx Industrial Revolution divided society into two:
Bourgeoisie was who possessed the means of production, the land, and the factories.
The other was the proletariat, the laborers who performed in the factories under the bourgeoisie.
He saw the industrialization procedure as the rational dialectical development of feudal economic modes, essential for the complete growth of capitalism, which he saw as a required predecessor to the growth of socialism and, ultimately, communism.
The debate can be endless; however, it can be concluded that the industrial revolution was a significant era. Humankind is still evolving with those fundamental principles of inventions during that period. Today we are in the middle of another revolution, a technological revolution. We live in a global village because we can connect with people worldwide as if they lived next door. We can now work anytime and anywhere. Also, we will have to wait and see where this new revolution leads | eng | 68c95fc0-000f-4c3b-914d-4a435174efa5 | https://journalhow.com/history-of-industrial-revolution/ |
Pelecinid Wasp
This unique wasp, the only of its kind in North America, is scary-looking but harmless. The long abdomen is used to lay eggs, not to sting. Pelecinid wasps are also unique in that most individuals are female, and reproduce by parthenogenesis (self-cloning.) | eng | 2c5bea87-e939-482c-9252-9ae2e132ba0b | https://homeforaday.org/gallery/invertebrates/bees_and_wasps/pelecinid_wasp_1.html |
My question is regarding whether selling a book through Amazon's self-publishing platform is Halaal, here are the details:
What is it?
In a nutshell, a publisher uploads a digital manuscript of their book onto Amazon, and Amazon creates a product page for the book, where the description, price, sample pages, reviews, front & back cover pictures are shown to the customer. Click this link to see an example of a Book product page
Through the Amazon website a customer is able to purchase the book as an ebook (electronic kindle version) and as a paperback (softcover book). If the customer selects the paperback option and makes a purchase then Amazon prints the book on demand and sends it to the customer.
Also note the following:
Amazon pay the royalty to the publisher when the book ships in response to a paid customer order.
If the customer subsequently returns the book to Amazon or cancells the order after the book has been printed, no amount is deducted from the publisher's account. Amazon either disposes of the book, or puts it on a warehouse shelf to fill the next customer order (therefore, Amazon doesn't pay rolyalties to the publisher a second time for the same book held in their inventory due to a return or cancellation if that is sold. (If no one ever buys said book again Amazon is stuck with the loss.))
Amazon is taking all the risk here. There are no costs to the Publisher - it is like the Publisher permits (grants a licence) for Amazon to sell their book as an Ebook or Paperback in return of royalties (a percentage from the profits). | eng | 8553dd21-cffd-40ae-972e-b4e29592b50a | https://forum.islamicfinanceguru.com/t/amazon-printing-and-selling-my-books-on-demand-halal/3290 |
SR-22 in North CarolinaEach state has its own laws regarding insurance requirements. North Carolina requires all state-registered vehicles to have car insurance. SR-22s are not required in the state, but drivers who need to prove they carry at least the state's minimums may need to file a DL-123 instead. This overview explores how a poor driving record can impact your auto insurance premium and how to satisfy North Carolina's proof of financial responsibilityAn SR-22 is essentially proof that you are maintaining the required state minimum coverage on your insurance policy for a specified time. North Carolina is one of few states that does not require an SR-22 form following a severe driving violation. Most states do have some form of financial responsibility attached to a poor driving record. The certificate type varies by state so if you move out of NC, you might be obligated to acquire an SR-22, SR-21 or an FR-44 in your new state. This overview explores when an SR-22 might be required and how a bad driving record can impact your auto insurance premium.
DL-123 in North Carolina
While SR-22 forms are not utilized in North Carolina, certain drivers — including teens, someone applying for their license for the first time in North Carolina and those convicted with a DUI or DWI — still must provide proof of insurance to the NC DMV. North Carolina uses standard form DL-123 to provide proof of insurance. DL-123 forms are sent by your insurance company and may be required for anyone getting an NC license for the first time or getting a license reinstated.
What is "SR-22 insurance?"
Although an SR-22 is not actually insurance, it does coincide with your auto insurance policy. An SR-22 is a certificate proving you are carrying the minimum insurance requirements for a specified time, which will vary by state. Typically, SR-22 certificates are required after a driver receives a serious driving violation like a DUI.
Although SR-22 forms are not required in North Carolina, DL-123 forms are. Drivers who are trying to obtain a license after a serious driving violation may be required to provide proof of financial responsibility, or proof of minimum required insurance coverage, to the DMV in order to register their vehicle. In some cases, proof of financial responsibility may even be required to reinstate a driver's license following a serious driving conviction.
To obtain the proper proof of financial responsibility to satisfy the NC DMV's conditions, you will need to purchase an insurance policy and carry the required minimum limits of liability. In North Carolina, drivers are required to carry $30,000 in bodily injury liability per person up to $60,000 bodily injury liability per accident (for 2 or more people) and $25,000 in property damage.
North Carolina DL-123 alternatives
It is important for high-risk drivers to understand that every state has different requirements following a major driving violation. However, almost all states require some form of financial responsibility certificate or proof of insurance for any high-risk driver seeking to get back on the road. Depending on what state you live in, even if you are temporarily located elsewhere, such as North Carolina, you may need to obtain one of the following forms from your insurance company.
Form
States issued
Required insurance minimums
SR-22
All states except Delaware, Kentucky, Minnesota, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania
Drivers will be required to maintain the minimum bodily injury and property damage liability limits. Limits vary per state.
SR-22A: An SR-22A form is used in Georgia, Texas and Missouri. An SR-22A is like an SR-22 in that it is required by the state's motor vehicle department to confirm proof of financial responsibility for high-risk drivers, especially drivers who are repeat offenders.
FR-44: Virginia and Florida both utilize FR-44 forms. An FR-44 form is also like an SR-22 in that it is required for high-risk drivers. However, for certain serious driving violations, it may require higher liability limits than the minimum state requirement.
SR-50: Indiana has its own form of an SR-22 titled an SR-50 which provides proof of financial responsibility for high-risk drivers.
Non-owner SR-22
High-risk drivers may opt to not purchase a vehicle at all after a serious moving violation. However, some states will still require a high-risk driver to furnish proof of financial responsibility even if they do not own a car, since that driver could easily borrow or drive another person's vehicle. Anyone needing an SR-22 who does not own a vehicle would need to purchase a non-owners insurance policy carrying the state required limits of liability.
DL-123 North Carolina insurance costs
While a DL-123 itself won't impact insurance costs, the cause of needing one can. North Carolina operates under a Safe Driver Incentive Plan (SDIP). SDIP points are added against your driving record following certain moving violations. A DWI is one of the most serious violations you could get adding 12 SDIP points onto your driving record — the highest number of points possible. SDIP points stay on your driving record for three years.
In North Carolina, most high-risk drivers, like those who have received a DWI, are assigned to the NC reinsurance facility which is essentially a high-risk insurance pool. Although some insurance companies may still choose to provide standard coverage to you as a high-risk driver, most companies will place you in this facility rating. High-risk drivers can typically expect very large premiums, regardless of whether they are part of the NC reinsurance facility. In fact, Drivers with DWIs or other similar convictions could see their car insurance premiums increase by 311 percent on average, according to average rates from Quadrant Information Services. Additionally, severe driving violations can result in loss of driving privileges.
Frequently asked questions
SR-22 forms are not required in the state of North Carolina. However, North Carolina does operate under a Safe Driver Incentive Plan which assigns SDIP points against your driving record for serious moving violations. SDIP points stay on your record for a period of three years and if you are considered a high-risk driver, your insurance premium will be impacted for three years from your conviction date, not your incident date. A conviction date is the date your charge is processed through the NC court system.
An SR-22 is not a type of insurance but is rather a form certifying that you are carrying your state's required minimum insurance coverages. North Carolina does not utilize SR-22 forms. If you are a newly licensed driver in North Carolina, are attempting to reinstate your license, or simply are being asked to furnish proof of insurance, you will need to call your insurance carrier and ask them to issue a DL-123 (or proof of insurance) form to the NC DMV.
DL-123 forms do not directly impact your insurance premium, but since they are required for high-risk drivers who have DUI or DWI violations on their record, drivers needing a DL-123 will typically face higher insurance premiums. Drivers with a DUI or DWI on their record can expect to pay an average of 311 percent more for full coverage. Rates will also be dependent on the number of SDIP points added to their driving record.
Yes, North Carolina law explicitly states that the minimum liability requirements of $30,000/$60,000/$25,000 must be carried on all registered vehicles. In fact, insurance companies are legally obligated to report any insurance lapses or cancellations to the NC DMV. If the DMV has received notice that your policy has terminated, you will need to furnish proof of insurance within 10 days from your notice date. Failure to do so can result in civil penalties/fees and revocation of a vehicle's plates.
If your license is suspended, it is still possible to obtain car insurance in North Carolina. However, the process may be more difficult and depends on the reason behind your license suspension. North Carolina requires liability insurance, so insurance companies in the state cannot refuse policies to drivers who have a suspended license. In some cases, insurers may transfer policies to the North Carolina Reinsurance Facility, which ensures coverage for drivers of all risk levels | eng | 322f52a0-bb7c-4abe-81fc-272c6cec16ba | https://www.bankrate.com/insurance/car/sr22-north-carolina/ |
Sri Lanka (official name: Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, formerly Ceylon) is a unitary state. It was a colony of the Portugese, the Dutch and the British in succession. After graduating from Crown… | eng | 2a605e0c-0ba2-4dc0-af4b-e94de6fb97e3 | https://referenceworks.brillonline.com/entries/international-encyclopedia-of-comparative-law-online/sri-lanka-COM_01LKA |
Who Was The Squirrel In Earth Lil Dicky
Lil Dicky – Who Was The Squirrel In Earth?
"Earth" is an inspirational song from Florida rapper Lil Dicky, about climate change and the plight of critters. The music video features stars like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Halsey, Miguel, Backstreet Boys, and Joel Embiid. On his Instagram, Lil Dicky calls it "song of the decade." The rapper is planning to perform the track at various music festivals, including SunFest, Bonnaroo, and Beale Street, Tennessee.
Leonardo DiCaprio
The latest single from rap star Lil Dicky features more than 25 artists. The video includes cameos from Justin Bieber and Leonardo DiCaprio, and also stars Miley Cyrus, Halsey, Miguel, and Backstreet Boys. Lil Dicky is expected to perform the song in concert at Bonnaroo and SunFest music festivals.
The video for 'Earth' features a cast of A-list celebrities, including Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Kevin Hart, and Snoop Dogg. The song is a charity single and proceeds will go to the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which aims to educate people about climate change and protect endangered species and ecosystems around the world.
Justin Bieber
If you've been paying attention to the music scene, you may have caught on to the fact that Lil Dicky's new single, "Earth," features over thirty big-name musicians and celebrities, including Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and Leonardo DiCaprio. This all-star charity single was released to raise awareness of global climate change and raise funds for environmental causes. Fans can also look forward to some very wild lyrics, like the one about a squirrel, which features Justin Bieber.
"Earth," Lil Dicky's latest song, has released a music video that features more than 30 artists, including Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, and Katy Perry. The music video was released in time for Earth Day, and proceeds from the song's sales will be donated to organizations that promote environmental issues. In addition to Justin Bieber, other celebrities appear in the video, including Ariana Grande and Halsey. The video also features some very famous actors, including Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and John Legend.
Ariana Grande
Lil Dicky released his latest music video on Thursday and it features a bunch of big names in animal forms. Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande star in the video, which is a video that is aimed at raising awareness about environmental issues. The video opens with Lil Dicky confronting a group of kids for knocking over a trashcan. The rapper tells the children that they need to pick up the trash, but they respond by hurling insults at him.
The video opens with an animated version of Dicky, accompanied by the singer. After this, Ariana appears as a Zebra, while Halsey appears as a lion cub. The video includes a number of celebrity voices, as well as footage from the movie. The video is a powerful and inspiring piece of art that aims to raise awareness of the current environmental crisis.
Shawn Mendes
While most people associate "Earth" with Justin Bieber, the singer actually collaborated with a slew of celebrities for the video. The single features cameos from Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Halsey, Miguel, and even Joel Embiid. The video is both live-action and CGI animated and was directed by Nigel Tierney and Federico Heller.
The music video for "Earth" features the multi-platinum recording artist's latest single. The video features famous musicians and celebrities, including Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, and Katy Perry. Lil Dicky also collaborated with the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which selected nonprofit organizations that will receive a portion of the profits. Ultimately, the song has a positive environmental message and will be a hit in the charts.
The video has a message that speaks to many people. It is an ode to global warming and the environment. The song "Earth" features an animated video that depicts a journey over the entire Earth. The goal was to raise awareness of the growing environmental crisis. Proceeds from the video will benefit the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which works to protect endangered species and ecosystems around the world.
Who voiced the animated character of the squirrel in the music video for the song "Earth" by American rapper Lil Dicky?
Seth Rogen voiced the character of the squirrel in the music video for the song "Earth" by American rapper Lil Dicky.
What is the name of the squirrel that Lil Dicky befriends in the music video for "Earth"?
The name of the squirrel that Lil Dicky befriends in the music video is Sammy.
What does Lil Dicky do in the music video for "Earth" to try and gain the squirrel's trust?
Lil Dicky gives the squirrel a nut.
How does the squirrel react when Lil Dicky first gives it a nut?
The squirrel looks surprised and confused.
What does the squirrel do with the nut that Lil Dicky gives it?
The squirrel puts the nut in its mouth and begins to eat it.
What does Lil Dicky do after the squirrel eats the nut he gave it?
Lil Dicky looks pleased and relieved.
What does the squirrel do when Lil Dicky begins to sing the song "Earth"?
The squirrel appears to be moved by the song and begins to cry.
What is the squirrel's reaction when Lil Dicky asks it to be in the music video for "Earth"?
The squirrel looks surprised and happy.
What does the squirrel do when it is time to shoot the scene in the music video where it is supposed to fly?
The squirrel appears to be nervous and doubtful but ultimately decides to trust Lil Dicky and take the leap.
How does the squirrel look when it is flying in the music video for "Earth"?
The squirrel looks happy and relieved.
What is the squirrel's reaction when it sees the trash that humans have littering the earth?
The squirrel looks shocked and offended.
What is the squirrel's reaction when it sees the destruction that humans have caused to the earth?
The squirrel looks overwhelmed with sadness and despair.
What does the squirrel do when it sees the beauty of the earth again?
The squirrel looks happy and hopeful.
What is the squirrel's reaction when Lil Dicky asks it to stay at the end of the music video?
The squirrel looks hesitant but ultimately decides to stay.
How do you think the squirrel feels at the end of the music video for "Earth"?
Jessica Watson is a PHD holder from the University of Washington. She studied behavior and interaction between squirrels and has presented her research in several wildlife conferences including TWS Annual Conference in Winnipeg. | eng | 152f3c82-edd9-47bf-a5fc-c131a40e530d | https://www.squirrelarena.com/who-was-the-squirrel-in-earth-lil-dicky/ |
Food photography and the art of storytelling
As humans, we all are driven by emotions and feelings. And, food is something that connects us all. Whenever we think of a dish, we create an imagination in our minds that narrates a story about that particular dish, or the ingredients used in making that recipe. It is through food photography that we capture that story to connect with the viewers.
Now, for a moment, close your eyes and think of an ice cream cone. What picture did you visualise in your mind? A crispy cone, loaded with your favourite ice cream, with lots of delicious fruits and toppings! Or, you remembered the last time you had ice cream with your loved ones, and that invoked a special emotion in your heart. For some of you, this might have rekindled a childhood memory of visiting an ice cream parlour with your parents, and joyfully selecting your favourite ice cream.
So, you created a story in your mind moving around a cone of ice cream and this must have brought a smile on your face and some warmth in your heart. Imagine bringing all this to life, through a food story depicted in a photograph or a series of photographs. Storytelling in food photography is the art of creating visually attractive photos that build an emotional connection between the audience and the image. By invoking certain memories and experiences, it makes the viewer a part of the story.
Food photography, whether it is for a client, editorial photography, or a recipe book, requires visually captivating photos that tell a narrative about a dish that is being captured. And like in every narrative or story, here also, the hero and supporting characters play a significant role in making up the entire image.
The hero here is the food. The props, angles, backdrops, lighting, and colour combinations are the supporting characters in the narrative. Styling up the entire scene requires a food photographer to go through some steps, building up every character involved. Let us go through all the steps one by one that help in creating an appetising food story.
The hero of our story — the dish!
The first step is to select what dish you want to shoot. Now, think about enhancing it in the best way possible. What should be the different ingredients, how it should be plated, and how can it be made visually appealing to the viewer? The food is the star of our story and it should be planned well as to what are the things that need to be highlighted about the hero in the photo.
The emotion behind the story
The purpose of an ideal food story is to make its viewer travel into another time or a memory lane, and to invoke certain emotions between the food and the viewer. Once the food or the drink to be captured is decided, the second step is to decide what emotion the story will convey to its audience. For example, food shots for a restaurant/cafe, should definitely make the viewer hungry and wanting to try that dish. Birthday cakes instil memories from our childhood and stir nostalgia.
Photos for festivities like Christmas, Diwali, etc. should take the viewer into that festive vibe. Shots clicked for a recipe book should be compelling enough for the viewer to go ahead and try out that recipe. Once you have decided what emotion you want to bring out in your food story, the next step is to think how you can make your audience feel that emotion.
Ingredients and other key elements
This step in food photography involves selecting other major elements or ingredients that one must incorporate into the story. For example, a process shot for a recipe book could include the ingredients in the frame. If you are shooting a pizza for a cafe, the photo could include its main ingredients, a pizza board and a cutter, and you can build a messy story around it. For a breakfast scene, one can include elements like bread, butter, newspaper, honey, milk etc. Adding a human element as simple as a hand in the image picking a cup of coffee or cutting a cake slice gives the viewer an impression of being present in the story itself. Listing down the key elements of a food story will narrow down what exactly one needs to compose the image.
Angles and frames
The food that we have to photograph determines the angle at which we should take the shot. Different foods look good from different viewpoints. To start with, we can talk about three basic angles from which we can take a shot. An overhead or 90-degree angle is best for flat dishes like a pizza, pie, galette, or maybe a smoothie bowl. It ensures that the viewers can perfectly and clearly see the toppings. Also known as top-down or flat lay, this angle brings out the details of the dish from the top.
Another common angle is the 45-degree angle which is the angle through which a person sitting on a dining table views the food. This is good for food items with some height but you also want the top of the dish to be in focus. We can also use it for ramen bowls, cakes, gravy dishes, cupcakes, drinks in glasses, and soup bowls. This angle gives us the benefit of having the food in focus with the background or foreground blurred.
The third common angle is the straight-on or 0-degree angle which we can use for food with much greater heights or for stacked up foods. This angle is perfect for a stack of pancakes, cookies, burgers, parfaits, and other layered desserts. This is also a great option for dripping or pouring shots. The frame of a picture depends on the story, whether you want it to be a minimalistic frame or a busy frame. For example, if you are shooting for a fine dining restaurant, the frame has to be minimal with only the dish in focus, whereas for a cafe, it could give a fun yet busy vibe. Choosing angles and frames wisely can enhance your food appeal and hence, the complete food story.
What is the mood?
One of the main factors that makes or breaks an image is the lighting used in the photograph. Whether you are using natural light or artificial light to click a photo, plays a key role in the mood you want to create in your food story. We can manipulate the lighting to add a bright, airy, dark, or moody tone to the image. Using harsh light or soft light and playing with shadows takes your image to another level. For example, creating a story around a sunny brunch scene should use bright and airy lighting for the image. Dark and moody lighting creates a bit of drama by showing light and dark contrast and shadows in the food story. Lighting is integral to capturing the viewer's eyes, mind, and soul.
Choose the colours
One can use the colour wheel to choose what colours you want to have in your food photography. Based on that, different colour elements can be added to compose a shot. Analogous colours are those that appear next to each other on the colour wheel. For example, orange, yellow, and red. One can also choose complementary colours that appear opposite on the colour wheel, for example, yellow and purple. Such colours create a sharp contrast in your image. If you are playing with colours of the same family, like shades of brown, by adding elements of different tones of the same colour, then you are using monochromatic colours. Colour theory can be used to choose different colours and communicate a food story.
Other supporting characters— props and backdrops
Depending on the mood you decide for your image, you can have the choice of backdrops and different props. For a bright and airy image, one can choose white, marble, or light-coloured backdrops. If you want a dark and moody image, you can go for backdrops in darker shades of brown and grey. For a rustic look, one can use rustic wooden planks in the background.
Similarly, props can include plates, linen, fork, spoons, wooden platters, etc. For example, if you are shooting a birthday cake and the emotion you want to convey is of a kid's birthday party, the choice of backdrop could be in soft pastel colours, and the props could be candles, some confetti around the scene, colourful plates, etc. For a rustic vibe, one can use vintage cutlery, metallic bowls, spoons etc. If you want to shoot a fancy cocktail, you must use the right choice of glassware for a classy and luxurious vibe.
Food photography and styling is the art of portraying food in the best possible way. The ultimate goal is to make the audience want to eat that dish. A food story should be cohesive with the food being the hero of the story. By creating visually appealing pictures, you can make the audience relate to the story and create an emotional connection between the viewer and the dish. After all, it's the stories that we remember! Isn't it?
Article by: Dr. Manjula Vijh
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Qur'an translation of the week #134: The First Muslim-Authored Qur'an Translation into German
9. December 2022
This week we look at the first Muslim-authored translation into German, which was published during World War II by Maulana Sadr-ud-Din (d. 1981), a missionary of the Lahore branch of the Ahmadiyya movement, and caused much controversy within his community. Sadr-ud-Din, who had previously worked as a missionary in Woking in the United Kingdom, arrived in Berlin in 1923 to promote the spread of Islam there. Just two years later, he succeeded in acquiring a plot of land for a mosque, following which the Wilmersdorfer Moschee, the oldest mosque still standing in Germany, was built. In the same year, Sadr-ud-Din expanded his contacts with the various Muslim communities in Berlin, whose representatives he invited to his home. This led to an interesting encounter between Tatar intellectuals and Sadr-ud-Din, during which the subject of the translation of the Qur'an was discussed. The meeting was also attended by such personages as the Finnish merchant and publisher Zinettullah Ahsen Böre (1886–1945), who went on to publish his Finnish translation of the Qur'an in 1942, and the Polish linguist and later Mufti of Poland Jakub Szynkiewicz (1884–1966), who published his Polish Qur'an translation in 1936. A third translation to emerged from this meeting was the German translation by Maulana Sadr-ud-Din.
Conversations that took place during this meeting revealed an underlying conviction that there was a great need for Muslims to produce their own Qur'an translations, and to convey the message of Islam to the European population. The Tatar scholars had particularly sought out Sadr-ud-Din because the Ahmadiyya was very active in publishing Qur'an translations: in 1917 they had published Muhammad Ali's (d. 1951) English translation, which was primarily designed as a text to be used as part of the Ahmadiyya's missionary outreach program, but also enjoyed recognition in Muslim circles. When the final manuscript of this was sent from India to England, Sadr-ud-Din had been on site in the UK to oversee the final revisions.
After establishing an Ahmadiyya community in Berlin, Sadr-ud-Din returned to India in 1925. In 1928, the Ahmadiyya community in Lahore, the headquarters of the Lahore branch, had announced the publication of a German translation of the Qur'an, which was to be authored by Sadr-ud-Din. For this, Sadr-ud-din first prepared a manuscript in English, since he had to admit that his German skills would not suffice to undertake this enterprise in German. He then handed over the manuscript to a person named Dr Mansur, who translated it into German. The preparation of the manuscript for the German translation was completed in 1934, but it took three more years for Sadr-ud-Din to make his way back to Germany with the manuscript in his pocket. Just like Muhammad Ali, Sadr-ud-Din did not aim to publish a plain translation, but to supplement it with footnotes to make it easier for German readers to engage with the text. For this, he engaged the help of Hugo Marcus, a convert from Judaism. Hugo, a philosopher and great admirer of Goethe and Nietzsche, had been an active participant in the activities and celebrations of the community since 1924, and often gave speeches on these occasions. However, after 1935 he no longer appeared in public, as the pressure of the Nazi regime on the Mosque grew: because of his 'Jewish descent' he only worked discreetly for the community in Berlin.
With his help, the first edition of the translation was published in 1939. There seems to have been a great demand for it: certainly, part of the reason it aroused interest was because it was the first German translation to be produced from a Muslim pen. Many copies were sent to the Eastern Front – the Second World War had already begun.
However, at the Ahmaddiya headquarters in Lahore, the translation caused anything but enthusiasm. This had to do with the fact that Hugo Marcus had projected his philosophical thinking into the text, which mean that the Nietzschean image of elite maleness, prevalent at the time and supported by the Nazi regime, as well as ideas from Goethe, found their way into the translation.
The first edition of the translation is not available to me, but an idea of Hugo's understanding of and engagement with the Qur'anic text can be gleaned from the sermons he delivered in Wilmersdorfer Mosque. Q 6:50 presents a good example of how Hugo brought the Qur'anic text and the philosophical ideas prevalent in Germany at the time into accord. The verse contains the following wording:
'Say: I do not say to you, I have with me the treasures of Allah, nor do I know the unseen, nor do I say to you that I am an angel; I follow only what is revealed to me.'
Hugo points out that the values mentioned in the verse are consistent with Goethe's message. He notes: 'For just as Muhammad was the greatest Islamic universalist, so was Goethe the greatest German. And just as Germans are most German when universalistic, Muslims are most universalistic when they are Muslims, because to be Muslim means to be universal in religious terms. That is the genius of Islam.'
Another example can be found in the case of Q 28:56, which contains the following wording:
'Surely you cannot guide whom you love, but Allah guides whom He pleases.'
Commenting on this verse, Hugo says: 'Nietzsche says: "Make wings out of your pain. Because that is Nietzsche's famous doctrine of Superman: that Man is destined to go towards unknown heights."'
Presumably, by including such philosophical views, Hugo Marcus wanted to lend the translation appeal, by making the text chime with ideas that were circulating in Berlin at the time. Some aspects of this mentality were also reflected in the translation and its preface. When the translation was presented to the Lahore headquarters, members of the community there were also upset by Hugo's statement, made in the preface, that he could trace some verses back to the Bible and Egyptian and Zoroastrian sources.
This view represented nothing but disaster in the eyes of the Lahore Ahmadiyya, as they assumed the opposite principle: that the Qur'an owed nothing to foreign sources, but was sent with God's message to correct all other scriptures, which had become corrupted. For this reason, the Lahore branch ordered that the distributed copies be collected and the questionable pages cut out, and new ones inserted. The process of revising the text continued for two years, until a bomb destroyed the building containing all the stored copies and put an end to the project.
Hugo Marcus survived the Nazi regime, as he was able to escape Germany shortly before the war started. After World War II, the Lahore branch decided to bring out a second edition, which was published in 1964 and is still used by the community today. In the preface to this edition, Sadr-ud-Din thanks everyone who supported the project, as well as a German friend who actively supported him, but does not mention anyone by name. | eng | c80a163b-a7b1-4c48-bb0b-9180e06f1f8e | https://gloqur.de/quran-translation-of-the-week-134-the-first-muslim-authored-quran-translation-into-german/ |
What Van Do You Recommend for A New Locksmith?
For a new locksmith, I would recommend a van that has a good balance of cargo space, fuel efficiency, and reliability. Some popular options to consider include:
Ford Transit Connect: This van is a popular choice among locksmiths due to its fuel efficiency, cargo space, and reliability. It also has a low cost of ownership and maintenance.
Mercedes-Benz Metris: This van is another popular choice among locksmiths due to its versatility and reliability. It has a spacious cargo area and is easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
Ram ProMaster City: This van is known for its reliability and practicality. It has a spacious cargo area and is fuel-efficient, making it a great option for locksmiths who need to drive frequently.
Nissan NV200: This van is a great choice for locksmiths who need a reliable and fuel-efficient vehicle that can also navigate tight city streets. It has a spacious cargo area and is easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
A retired ambulance. Buy two of them and try to keep one of them running all the time, 10 years from now you won't regret the decision
Grand Caravan: Better mileage, and encourages me to not load things I don't use as often. Plan your jobs ahead as best you can. Try to avoid unnecessary weight.
Ultimately, the van you choose will depend on your individual needs and preferences. It's important to consider factors such as cargo space, fuel efficiency, reliability, and cost when making your decision. | eng | b252388f-23d7-482f-bbe6-8ce4f57ba7df | http://www.key-programmer.org/2023/05/01/what-van-do-you-recommend-for-a-new-locksmith/ |
Your Passion for Learning = My Passion for Teaching
Nov 05, 2021
I enjoy thinking about the concept of 'learning' and 'teaching'. For me, 'learning' is a process of your personal development, not just for knowledge or for social status. Therefore, my 'teaching' is focused on supporting my student's personal growth as a global citizen in this globalising world.
I found language learning is one of the best ways for your personal development, especially Japanese language. I love to see my student starts seeing the world differently after every lesson.
Especially, if you are studying Japanese language, it is crucial to understand Japanese perspectives and social behaviour, such as creating harmony and being considerate to others, the culture created by the group-oriented society in this small island.
My favourite psychologist in development of language acquisition, Lev Vygotsky (1986), said our thought and our speech are related in 'Thought and Language'. For example, positive people think something positive and say something positive. And negative people think something negative and say something negative.
Thus, if you want to improve your Japanese, just memorising words and sentence structures does not enhance your learning effectively. Instead, it is the key to understand the cultural aspects and the native mind-sets behind the expressions in depth. And my students sometimes use Google Translation but the Japanese sentence does not make sense to me.
This is the reason why I enjoy teaching typical Japanese expressions which do not exist in English. This is the moment that both my student and I can share and understand the different ways of thinking from different background each other on the same spot at my lesson.
I hope you have one step forward for your self-development through your Japanese study today. | eng | 763409d7-8c2c-432e-b7ba-2389900bc370 | https://www.araiacademy.com/blog/your-passion-for-learning-my-passion-for-teaching |
At one blow, our search for the definiteness of the meaning of the word "Being" thus becomes explicitly what it is: a meditation on the provenance of our concealed history. The question, "How does it stand with Being?" must maintain itself within the history of Being if it is, in turn, to unfold and preserve its own historical import. In pursuing it, we will once again focus on the saying of Being. | eng | 8fe6109a-ecb2-4b28-b9cf-1c13b5f731f1 | https://www.beyng.com/pages/en/IntroductiontoMetaphysics2/IntroductiontoMetaphysics2.101.html |
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This is for Josh
Filming Skateboarders to show others who have never seen this activity, can be difficult because of the speed and the turns and twists. With care, and a good camera you just might be able to film this sport to teach others how to skateboard.
Steps
Buy a video camera or camcorder a small Panasonic or Sony camcorder between $300 - $500, or a more expensive Sony VX1000. Make sure you buy a Mini DV camera and have a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on your computer.
Buy a fisheye lens for the camera. This will make the skateboarding look more professional and make the skater look better.
Start filming. If you are using a mini DV make sure your tape is on SP mode for maximum quality. You might want to start by filming the stairs. A common successful angle is at 3ft from the bottom of the stairs, out of the passing way with you crouched down so camera almost touches the ground. Start recording when the skater is about 5 - 10ft away from the top of the staircase.
Focus the camera on the stair set until they are seconds away from executing the trick. Point the camera up so you have both the body of the skater and the entire stairs in focus. It is important that you point your camera up as they pop their board.
Keep the skater and stairs set in view as they are in the air, Upon their landing make sure you mainly catch the skater. It is very important that you leave as little ground as possible between the skater's board technique, to make the trick look much better than when the kids do it. Keep the camera steady, and focus on their tricks. Do not be too close or too far away.
Capture a grind by falling back, but remaining parallel at the same speed. Set the camera to focus on the trick and the skater, as landing of the grid is similar as landing on the stairs.
Understand that these are the common ways to film but the choice of the angle is up to you. Practice until you get it right.keeping track of the distances you are using, and the distance that gives the best picture.
Tips
Remain still and keep the camera steady.
Wide angle or fisheye of .63x - .3x is suggested
Never say anything to the skater when you notice that they are getting frustrated with their trick.
Be very, very creative with your angles. You can always introduce a new shot into filming when you play around with your surroundings.
Start recording early and stop late- you always want to do this to avoid missing those rare moments because you're too concerned about your tapes.
Adjust your colors, white balance, exposure etc. If you are going to film a line, run through the spot first and test your settings and set them to the desired adjustment.
Warnings
Try to stay a distance away from the skater as broken cameras are expensive to fix
Make sure that you have a full battery, tape, and and easy carrying camera case.
Do not talk or cheer during filming. It may be hard to resist congratulating your skater, but it's definitely better than having ruined footage because of your cheers.
Sources and Citations
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Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier is originated from Ireland but Bedlington Terrier is originated from United Kingdom. Both Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bedlington Terrier are having almost same height. Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier may weigh 7 kg / 16 pounds more than Bedlington Terrier. Both Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bedlington Terrier has same life span. Both Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bedlington Terrier has almost same litter size. Both Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bedlington Terrier requires Low maintenance.
History
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier comes from Staffordshire, England, but the Irish Staffie was later developed by Irish breeders so its origin is essentially Ireland. They were developed from bulldogs and different terrier breeds.
The dog was always used for bull baiting, but when this sport died out, the Irish breeders wanted to create a taller, leaner dog suited for dog fighting. When dog fighting was banned the breed became rare again, but today it has been restored and is essentially a popular companion pet.
Originally known as Rodbury Terriers or Rothbury's Lambs, and renowned for looking like a lamb, the Bedlington Terrier was bred in the village of Bedlington in Northumberland. They've had other names too and were also known as 'gypsy dogs' and this is because gypsies used them to hunt.
The Bedlington Terrier Club was established in 1875 and the National Bedlington Terrier Club was formed in England in 1877. The breed has links with the Dandie Dinmont Terrier, the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. When you look at the slightly arched back, it could also be related to the Whippet. They have been crossed with Whippets to get that speed, and feisty character.
Description
The Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a medium sized pure-breed dog standing at roughly 43 to 48cm and weighing anything from 14 to 18kg.
He has a short, smooth coat which can be a mix of colors such as fawn, tan, black or brindle. The coat can also be bi-colored such as in fawn and white or black and white. He is a powerfully built dog with short legs which are fairly wide apart.
He has a large head and short muzzle with powerful jaws.Sometimes when he pants after a hectic bout of exercise he gets a comical, grinning look on his face. The ears are semi-erect, semi-upright and he has a long tail.
Temperament:
Your Irish Staffy is a feisty, confident dog that has been known to have a temperament which leads towards aggression. It is why he should be trained and socialized to make him more amicable and obedient. He is an intelligent and alert dog, so won't have difficulty with training.
A well trained and socialized Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier will get on well with children in the home as he is a playful, jovial dog, always ready for a game.
Lamb-Like in Looks but the Heart of a Lion
Don't let their lamb-like appearance fool you – the Bedlington Terrier is a plucky dog who has some amazing speeds when it comes to swimming and running. This is an intelligent dog too and every bit a Terrier in spirit. Their tenacity has seen them being used in dog fighting as well.
The Look
The Bedlington Terrier stands at about 41cm in height and weighs between 8 – 10kg. Muscular, with a deep chest, graceful and lithe, not only does he look like a lamb but the dog's expression is gentle too with bright deep-set eyes. When it comes to his coat, the dogs have blue, sandy or liver color coats and the coat has tan markings in some areas.
The coat is shaggy and is made up of hard- and soft hair that will need to be regularly trimmed. Known as a hypoallergenic breed, the coat is also described as thick and linty. The ears are floppy with rounded tips, and are thin and velvety in texture with a small silky tassel at the tip. The longish tail is set low and tapers down to a point.
Characteristics
The older Irish Staffie has always been an aggressive type dog used for fighting, but today the modern breed is capable of being a splendid, entertaining, amicable pet with an even temper. He is feisty for sure, being brave, fearless, loyal and loving with his human family members.
All it requires with this dog is to have a firm, loving upbringing, some training and socialization as well as good food and plenty of love and attention. Many dogs get labelled wrongly because of the humans that rear them the wrong way. When done correctly, the Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier promises to be a wonderful, loving, loyal pet.
You can't miss the Bedlington Terrier – he has a striking resemblance to a lamb. The curly coat is interesting too – a mix of hard- and soft hair. He is friendly, loyal and devoted to his human family and is known to be a brave, courageous, feisty dog with the inclination to bark more. Socialization and training can change this though. He gets on well with children and other pets in the home. He isn't aggressive but if taunted, he can put up a good fight.
This is a dog that can adapt to his surroundings so he slots in well to both city- and country living. Wherever he lives, he will need adequate exercise.
The present-day Bedlington Terrier, inducted by the American Kennel Club in 1967, is not a lamb by any means, and by choosing to have him as your pet, you'll be amazed at his wonderful qualities that make him such in ideal companion.
Health Problems
The Irish Staffordshire Bull Terrier, just like with any other dog, has a good chance of living a good number of years if he is fed properly. He can live to be anything up to between 10 and 16 years.
Say what you like, good nutrition and the lifestyle you provide for your Irish Staffie will determine how long he lives. An unhappy dog that has to beg for love and attention won't do well. Your Irish Staffie can live to a ripe age but he is still at risk for certain health problems.
Mastocytoma:
These mast cell tumors are graded according to their location in the skin. Certain dogs like Boxers and bulldogs are more susceptible to mast cell tumors than other breeds, and the Irish Staffie isn't immune either. Most times the tumor develops in an older dog, though young dogs have also been known to develop the tumor. These tumors can be inactive for a while and then experience some rapid growth with some redness and fluid build up. Immediate veterinary intervention will be required.
Bedlington Terriers are a healthy breed, but just like other dogs, they are prone to some common dog illnesses. You can always ensure that your Bedlington reaches his 12 – 14 years of age lifespan by ensuring his vaccines are kept up to date, that he is fed excellent food and fresh water, he is exercised and that he is loved and cherished. Also, if you're looking to buy a Bedlington, find a reputable breeder.
Some common health issues to look out for in your Bedlington Terrier include -
Hip dysplasia
Different eye diseases
Hypothyroidism
Copper storage hepatopathy or Liver Disease – this is a disease which can be inherited and where large amounts of copper accumulate in the tissues of the liver. The result is inflammation and cell damage and this can lead to liver failure and even death. Abdominal swelling, jaundice and weight loss are symptoms to watch for with this disease.
Caring The Pet
Exercise:
The Irish Staffie is an active dog, who is always game for anything. He will certainly need active owners who include him in all their activities. He has a lot of stamina and endurance and will want to join you on your walks, hikes and swimming. Ignoring his exercise needs can turn him into a restless, unhappy, frustrated, destructive dog.
Grooming:
Having a short, smooth coat means your Irish Staffie being a low maintenance dog. He does shed a bit so his coat will need to be brushed at least twice a week to get rid of all those loose hairs. Its always a good opportunity to check him for fleas and ticks too.
If the short coat gets too dirty, a wipe down with a damp cloth can keep the coat bright and shiny. Certainly avoid bathing him too often as this can aggravate the skin.
Check his nails and trim them if they get too long. Check his ears and teeth as these are all problem areas which can contribute to your dog becoming ill.
Diet:
Your Irish Staffie is such an energetic dog that he will need excellent food that promotes this energy. Whether you buy him the best commercially manufactured kibble, you want to also add in some home-made food such as cooked chicken, rice and vegetables as well as including some raw meat occasionally. The food you provide your Staffie with needs to be full of vitamins and minerals to avoid illness. Always make sure he has access to fresh, cool water.
Exercise and Training
The Bedlington Terrier is a lively, cheerful companion at home and is somewhat more relaxed than other terrier breeds. Affectionate and loyal, he just loves to spend time with his human family. He'll love to be your companion on a walk and he gets delighted when you're ready to play ball games with him. He makes a great friend for children too, and even though he makes a good watchdog, he will welcome any visitors you have. When trained and socialized he becomes an obedient, well behaved member of the family.
Grooming
The Bedlington coat sheds a little but the rough coat will need to be trimmed regularly and the coat brushed twice a week to ensure no tangling and to remove loose hairs. Also, regular cleaning of teeth and ears can help ensure that harmful bacteria doesn't build up, ensuring the overall health of your dog. | eng | 44cf4ee2-c46a-4529-b81c-b0af17320a44 | https://www.mydogbreeds.com/irish-staffordshire-bull-terrier-vs-bedlington-terrier |
My payment should have been slightly less, but I couldn't argue and make sense out of numbers with someone who kept trying to tell me that I got things "for free" when I actually didn't.
My true DAS was also $1,400, because I got the wheel and tire package for $699 + tax, since I hit a bad pothole in my last Volvo and didn't want to deal with that again.
I also rolled in $1,400 of NY tax, so I configured the calculator as if it was just taxed on the payment.
I can post more/better pictures tomorrow because I forgot my camera at home and it was getting dark.
Confused on this. What invoice are you referring to? If it was part of the original build, it should be listed on the MSRP sticker.
It wasn't. The dealer claimed it was on the invoice, but it wasn't on the window sticker. But since I had requested 19" wheels and they knew I wouldn't take it without it, they swapped them out for me.
Right, but the price was supposed to originally be calculated with them included. The car also had park pilot assist and the protection package (rubber mats) "thrown in" since the car they sourced had them., which is $490 more on the MSRP too.
No matter what, it's still a good deal, especially with what equates to $39 a month of tax rolled in, and it wasn't a car on their lot. I also got 3% back on my credit card on the $1,400, so win-win for me.
Honestly, you've been asked several times to stop spamming people's threads. You haven't posted any pictures of the car or proof, so I really do find it hard to believe you got a better deal than any other person who posted, other than @Ursus. I know people who are friends with owners of dealerships, and their prices aren't that low.
You have also been asked for a breakdown of the incentives and discounts but you haven't (probably because you can't substantiate them) and instead chose to spam my thread. Classy. | eng | f0a8c0bf-58af-495c-8232-dbdf15e3367d | https://forum.leasehackr.com/t/signed-2019-volvo-s60-t6-awd-inscription-445-mo-680-das/134157 |
A No Shoe Policy Can Keep Your Kids Healthy
Should you have a NO shoes policy in your home? If your think about it, it makes sense.
New evidence and studies have shown that people track in all sorts of harmful toxins from outside the home when they walk into the house without removing their shoes. These toxins persist in the air in the form of dust, which is inhaled and absorbed by our skin as it settles on the floor and furniture. Chemicals stay in the air and on surfaces longer in our homes than they do outdoors, where the sun and rain help break down pesticide residues.
Children are more highly exposed to these chemicals. They spend most of their time on or near the floor, and can breathe in and touch chemical-laden dust or soil tracked in by shoes. Little kids who are constantly putting their hands and other objects in their mouths can ingest these dangerous particles, too. In addition, the infant breathing zone closest to the floor is less ventilated than the adult breathing zone. | eng | dc707e2f-bacf-4f0d-b4a7-1ddfbdf9cfb0 | https://fun107.com/a-no-shoe-policy-can-keep-you-healthie/ |
The Cosmic Ball which is the final milestone reward for achieving God rank in Minigolf has had it's sound changed, the sounds of hitting objects and falling in a hole are the same, but when the ball is moving the sound is completely different from before. No longer does it sound like an actual cosmic ball hurling through space, it just sounds like a reverberating engine.
Steps to Reproduce
Equipping the Cosmic Ball in Minigolf
What I expected to happen
When my Cosmic golfball is moving it should sound like a cool mysterious alien like sound
What happened
The Cosmic Golfball's sound when moving around is completely different and underwhelming. It sounds more like a reverbing engine from a motorbike or car than a cosmic ball hurling through space.
i don't unfortunately. But i know the sound is very different because i always play with the Cosmic Golfball, when the ball is moving it has a spacey humming sound like an alien spaceship, but now it's a reverbing engine like sound, it's more abrasive. | eng | 7bfe5577-5b7b-488f-abf7-b30640cfdd33 | https://forums.pixeltailgames.com/t/0-16-10-0-minigolf-cosmic-ball-sound-changed/47840 |
Kotlin Write to File
Introduction to Kotlin Write to File
Kotlin write to file is used to provide the extension function or may also use the existing other programming language code that writes for content to a file by using the writeText() method and most probably it will take the string as the datatype argument and it writes it into the file will create the new file if no file exists error and with specified name, if the file is in already exists will replace the file the data is first encoded using the UTF-8 charset format it's a default and can also specify other charset.
Syntax of Kotlin Write to File
Kotlin language has many default keywords, variables, and other functions to execute and implement the kotlin in both mobile and web-based applications. It has some features like file creation with reading and writing operations on the application.
The above codes are the basic syntax for utilizing the writeText() method in the file concept. We can create the file and write the datas to the file. We import the file package in the code so that we can utilize the file feature.
How Write to File in Kotlin?
The kotlin language write to file is the feature and it is used to write the datas in the file. It is the method writeText() that will take String datatype values as the parameters and write them into the file. If suppose the file is not created it will create the new file first and then it will write the datas to the file. If the file is there it will throw the file exists error and if not there means it throws no file that exists with the specified names.
If the file is in an already existing state it will replace the existing file datas. And also the given data is first encoded using the UTF-8 charset as the default one and it can also specify with any other charset. It is because the writeText() method will replace all the data contents which are present in the file it will prevent the present data from getting the data lost and such scenarios we can use another method like appendText() function for to instead of writing the datas in the writeText() function.
We used different types of java classes like PrintWriter, writeText(), bufferedWriter() and java.io.File.printWriter() and its method for performing the operations in the application every class wants to create a separate instance for calling the write operations in the kotlin application.
In the final example, we used printWriter() and bufferedWriter() method for to write the datas in the file.
Conclusion
In the kotlin language, we used a lot of default classes and their methods to implement the application. Each and every method behaves in different behavior and its features like that file write is one of the features for to write the user input and output datas in the file using default methods.
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Useful links
Deep Neutrino Underground ExperimentConstruction crews will excavate around 800,000 tons of rock to make space for the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment. But first, teams must carve out a quarter-mile-high ventilation shaft. Oxford University Department of Physics, March 16, 2021: Oxford University explores the potential of the DUNE experiment and how it could unlock the mysteries of matter and how it was formed in our universe.
From Forbes, Feb. 10, 2021: Fermilab scientist Don Lincoln explains why there should be equal amounts of matter and antimatter in the universe. There aren't. He discusses several current theories that try to explain the discrepancy. Better understanding this imbalance is an aim of ongoing experiments, such as DUNE, which is being built at Fermilab. | eng | 7dc058fb-e99b-44bb-b763-d57b3da1c932 | https://news.fnal.gov/tag/deep-neutrino-underground-experiment/ |
Reframe the U.S.-China AI Arms Race
Photo Credit: Financial Times
By: Daniel Zhang, Columnist
In the past five years, there has been an explosive increase in the use and research of artificial intelligence in emerging military technologies. A faceoff between the United States and China is almost guaranteed and some even suggest a forthcoming "AI arms race" between two great powers.[i] However, the concept of "AI arms race" oversimplifies the upcoming AI revolution. "AI" itself is an ambiguous term while "arms race" does not capture the entirety of what's coming next. Framing AI developments as a new Cold War era arms race risks overlooking the complexities of AI technology, the non-military impact of AI, and the need for private-public partnerships in national security.
The disruptive potential of AI is real, and US and China are actively competing in researching the revolutionary implications of AI for defense. In 2017, China released the "New Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Plan," which stated its aim to lead the world in AI by 2030.[ii] While the Pentagon continued to advance AI initiatives with the establishment of the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (JAIC) in 2018,[iii] the US government struggles to come up with a comprehensive national AI strategy.[iv] To wisely counter the threats in China's AI plan, the US must focus on advancing research on specific technologies and analyze their broader impact outside the military realm.
To start with, artificial intelligence is not a single technology but a wide range of techniques with various applications. Without detailing the exact use and abilities of specific AI applications in military, the abuse of the term – especially in media – could be misleading. AI is not a weapon despite narratives such as "killer robot" and "autonomous machine" in Hollywood movies. In the foreseeable future, the application of AI in the military spans from cognitive electronic warfare to video and imagery analysis by computer algorithms like Project Maven.[v] Machine learning, or specifically deep learning, currently tops the list among all AI technologies for defense application. Deep learning techniques, such as the use of deep neural networks and pattern recognition, allow machines to learn by analyzing huge amounts of data. While the Chinese government and military are heavily invested in deep learning[vi] the US is not taking deep learning seriously. Limited steps were taken by the government [vii] or the Pentagon[viii] to explore AI technologies including deep learning as of early 2018, however. It appears that only a single project on deep learning is currently in the works.[ix] An AI expert once commented that nobody in the Pentagon "had a clue how to properly buy, field, and implement" such technologies before Project Maven.[x] Although such a comment is certainly exaggerated to a degree,[xi] it shows that there is much for the US military to catch up on in regards to AI technologies.
It is important to note that even with active research and investment in AI, some of those associated technologies, such as fully autonomous weapons, remain in their early phase.[xii] Much of those so-called "autonomous drones" currently deployed on the battlefield require extensive human involvement.[xiii] That is not to say that we should not consider the implications of their later use, but in reality, these technologies are hardly mature and may not even be eventually deployed on the battlefield due to ethical or political risks. All that is to say, there will not be one exclusively military AI competition between US and China; instead, there will be many – depending on which aspects of AI each country prioritizes and develops for military application.
The term "arms race," also poorly describes the current innovations in AI and fails to capture the multilevel implications of AI development. By comparing the AI competition between the US and China to the nuclear arms race between the US and the Soviet Union during the Cold War, the term portrays AI as an entirely military-based technology and overlooks essential differences between AI and conventional or nuclear arms. First, AI is mostly about software while nuclear weapons largely emphasize hardware. The implication of that along with its dual-use nature makes it difficult to hide AI research in the dark. Both private and public sectors are heavily involved in AI research and their latest achievements, especially from the private sector, are inevitably displayed on an international level. Nuclear weapon programs, on the other hand, are mostly controlled by military and government who often actively seek to hide – though not always successfully – traces of development.
Unlike making dirty bombs, the development of AI technologies has both civil and military applications. AI could affect national security in far-reaching ways, such as the disruption of employment and economic inequalities in the military and beyond.[xiv] Examining the implications of AI through only the lens of weaponization or arms race risks losing the still unknown economic and political implications.
Moreover, the role of the private sector plays a vital role in developing AI for national defense. The private-public partnership (PPP) needed is on a much larger scale than the military-industrial complex during the Cold War. The most cutting-edge product research on AI is taking place in companies like Google with its famous Alpha Go program and the soon-ending partnership with the Pentagon on Project Maven.[xv] China's 2030 plan details the military-civil fusion in AI to take advantage of the dual-use applications for national defense. Chinese military's Central Commission for Integrated Military and Civilian Development (CCIMCD) formed in 2017 also aimed to unify the central power through integrating civilian technologies into the defense industrial base.[xvi]
Alarmingly for the US, the current military-industrial complex lacks the skills to build complex AI systems[xvii] and the future of private-public partnerships look bleak as Google is said to end its Maven contract with the Department of Defense due to employee protest. A similar attempt to the Chinese PPP model is crucial for the U.S. to focus its resources and boost AI research and development.
There is no doubt that a national security strategy on the artificial intelligence is imminent. The competition of AI in the age of great power competition is very much a reality. As a part of the Pentagon's third offset strategy, AI needs to be evaluated through multiple levels and more than just in the military sense partnership | eng | f0304f83-0725-4d32-84c0-edd5f8997e0c | https://georgetownsecuritystudiesreview.org/2019/02/10/reframe-the-u-s-china-ai-arms-race/ |
A digital twin is a virtual representation, simulation, or mapping of a physical entity, which could be a process, person, object, system, or any other abstraction. While the concept is old, IOT adoption, hyper-automation and real-time data flow are driving the relevance of digital twin technology today. Digital twins are an emerging class of enterprise software that uses IoT technologies to monitor, analyse, simulate and control business processes.
The COVID-19 pandemic has driven enterprises towards digitisation and hyper-automation. Additionally, the technological advancements in cloud computing, edge computing, and artificial intelligence have created a strong surge in demand for digital twins in various industries. The manufacturing industry is one of the early adopters of the digital twin solutions.
Evolution—why now?
First heard in 2001, the term 'digital twins' had been relegated to the status of a mere buzzword. That was until now. In 2020, the digital twin market crossed the US$3bn mark and is poised to grow over 58% CAGR with a US$48bn market size by 2026. Amidst all this, there is a convergence of data science and process management happening to create real-time simulations on a physical environment map.
A digital twin is not just a replica of your physical environment. It is more than the sum of its parts and includes its past experiences and historical learnings in a digital environment that allows it to simulate, predict, and act
Currently, the capability of the digital twin to enhance process performance is fuelled by real-time process data availability and data science acceptance. This real-time data involves both operational and asset data that provides accurate configurations of the designed product and real-time operational information of the physical events.
That means that a digital twin is not just a replica of your physical environment. It is more than the sum of its parts and includes its past experiences and historical learnings in a digital environment that allows it to simulate, predict, and act.
The rise of IoT sensors and streams of Big Data flowing in from them have enabled the industry to power up digital twin technology with real-time input. Because data is real-time, data-driven decision-making is also real-time—making it count when it matters.
Types of digital twins
There are different types of digital twins that are perfect for the tasks required in a manufacturing process. A status twin can offer real-time monitoring and visualisation capabilities with basic filtering. Here, the interpretation of the results is left to the users. An operational twin can use basic analytics and monitor a process conditionally. It can give recommendations and perform automated actions. Using predictive twins, organisations can predict the quality of an outcome or even predict an equipment failure. This type of twin can optimise maintenance cycles and create a balance between corrective and preventive maintenance approaches. A simulation twin can replicate a system's various processes to simulate multiple scenarios and accordingly preview various types of outcomes.
Digital twins are an emerging class of enterprise software that uses IoT technologies to monitor, analyse, simulate and control business processes
Digital twin in manufacturing
Today, the implementation of digital twin technology is transforming the manufacturing domain. Digital twins can create a virtual engineering model that replicates the physical equipment and runs real-time analytics to optimise the product or process.
Digital twins are increasingly being put to use in automotive manufacturing. For instance, the technology is currently being used in car manufacturing to increase the productivity, flexibility, and efficiency of the process. Organisations are simulating and testing all aspects of production before it even starts. They are using digital twins for optimising the design and physical behaviour of the product. Visualisation tools allow manufacturers to explore different materials, colours, and textures before the production stage. In fact, autonomous vehicles are being designed using digital twins to differentiate themselves with unique designs and interactive mobility solutions.
In essence, digital twins improve efficiencies through data-backed decision-making without foregoing the human touch. A production system that is enhanced with digital simulation can be both cost and time-effective. For those who implement this technology, there are realised benefits, including cost optimisation. Studies have shown that virtual costs of implementation decrease exponentially while physical costs increase at the rate of inflation (Grieves & Vickers, 2017). GE, one of the earliest adopters of digital twins in manufacturing, observed a 40% reduction in reactive maintenance in less than a year and a whopping US$11m avoidance in loss of production as a result of digital twins detecting and preventing any failures.
Digital twins help optimise the maintenance of manufacturing utilities and reduce overall downtime. They also alert the users on potential mishaps ahead of time. According to GE, there was a 75% reduction in the time taken to achieve manufacturing-related outcomes.
Challenges facing digital twin adoption
Despite the benefits, there are also some challenges in adopting digital twins. The technology offers a class of applications that are new for everyone involved. As a result, there are no industry-ready products that can be picked off the shelf for deployment. But every industry needs custom digital twin solutions that best fit their requirements. Therefore, to answer those needs, a host of digital twin players are providing bundled offerings along with their flagship products and services.
Some vendors are offering digital twins based on their proprietary platform to demonstrate some value addition and differentiate themselves from the competition. Other established players are offering subscription-based, perpetual, and consumption-based licensing for their digital twin solutions. There are few LCAP (low-code application platform) companies operating in this market partnering with other technology partners to explore and offer significant value addition to the clients.
Then there is the issue of infrastructure. Not all firms have the infrastructure to implement the digital twin model. The technology is still relatively new to many companies that have not been exposed to it yet. The real benefit of digital twins can be extracted with real-time data. That means that this technology depends heavily on IoT devices and a system of interconnected devices, objects, or people with unique identifiers with a seamless flow of data between them. For companies that have not implemented this infrastructure, it is impossible to implement this technology.
Depending on the complexity of a project, digital twin implementation can require significant investment. Also, because implementing digital twin technology on one process will affect the related processes, it will require much planning and collaboration.
Summary
The journey to digital twin adoption should be viewed as an intersection of data science and business process management. An organisation embarking on this journey of digital twin adoption should assess where it stands with respect to its data maturity and process measurement. Automating the critical processes would be a major step for an organisation to start on its digital journey. It should also be open to look at OTS (off the shelf) solutions which are nascent today as well as explore capabilities of low code platforms to custom create digital twins.
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Latino Actors: Shaping Diversity in Film and TV
The world of film and television has been enriched and transformed by the powerful contributions of Latino actors, who bring their unique perspectives, talents, and stories to the screen. Despite being one of the fastest-growing communities in the US, Latino representation in the industry has been notably lacking. In 2018-19, only 5.3% of broadcast TV roles and 4.6% of movie roles were filled by Latinos. These numbers have shown little improvement over the past decade, leaving many Latino actors facing a lack of diverse roles and opportunities.
However, the issue goes beyond mere underrepresentation. Latino characters in film and television often fall victim to harmful stereotypes, perpetuating negative perceptions of the Latino community. Portrayed as criminals, laborers, or sex objects, these characters fail to capture the true diversity and complexity of the Latino experience. This misrepresentation extends to behind-the-scenes roles as well, with a lack of Latino writers, directors, and executives shaping the industry's narratives and decision-making processes.
In the face of these challenges, organizations like the National Hispanic Media Coalition have been fighting for equity and proper representation of Latino actors in Hollywood. They have called for an end to institutionalized racism and are planning protests at the Oscars to demand change. Despite the obstacles, there have been remarkable Latino actors who have broken barriers, risen to fame, and become influential figures in the industry. Their achievements and contributions serve as an inspiration for future generations.
In this article, we will explore the journey of Latino actors in Hollywood, from the struggles they face to the impact they have made and continue to make. We will delve into the underrepresentation of Latinos in film and TV, the stereotypes they confront, and the efforts being made towards diversity and inclusion. We will also celebrate the successes of famous Latino actors and the promising up and coming talent that is shaping the future of the industry.
The Underrepresentation of Latino Actors in Hollywood
Despite the vibrant and growing Latino community in the United States, Latino actors continue to face obstacles in their quest for equal representation in Hollywood. Factual data reveals that Latino representation in film and TV has been sparse and inconsistent, falling far below the demographic's actual population. In 2018-19, Latinos accounted for only 5.3% of broadcast TV roles and 4.6% of movie roles, numbers that have remained stagnant over the past decade.
This underrepresentation is a significant issue that needs to be addressed. It not only limits opportunities for talented Latino actors but also perpetuates harmful stereotypes. Latino characters are often typecast as criminals, laborers, or sex objects, reinforcing biases and misconceptions about the Latino community. This narrow portrayal not only affects actors but also influences public perceptions and reinforces systemic racism.
The lack of representation extends beyond on-screen roles. Behind-the-scenes positions, such as writers, directors, and executives, also lack diversity. Latino voices are essential in shaping the narratives and decision-making processes in the industry. Their perspectives and experiences bring a unique and much-needed authenticity to storytelling.
The National Hispanic Media Coalition has been at the forefront of the fight for equity and proper representation of Latino actors in Hollywood. They have called for an end to institutionalized racism and are planning protests at the Oscars to shed light on the issue. It is through such efforts that progress can be made in dismantling the barriers that impede the growth and success of Latino actors in the industry.
Year
Latino Actors in Movies
Latino Actors in Television
2018-19
4.6%
5.3%
2017-18
4.5%
5.4%
2016-17
4.2%
5.5%
It is clear that there is much work to be done to ensure equal opportunities and representation for Latino actors in Hollywood. By breaking down stereotypes and providing more diverse and authentic portrayals of Latino characters, the industry can truly reflect the tapestry of America's rich cultural heritage.
Stereotypes and Misrepresentation of Latino Characters
The entertainment industry has often relied on harmful stereotypes when portraying Latino characters, perpetuating narratives that do not accurately reflect the diversity and richness of the Latino experience. Despite the vibrant and multifaceted nature of the Latino community, these stereotypes persist and contribute to the underrepresentation of Latino actors in film and television.
Latinos have been pigeonholed into limited roles, such as criminals, laborers, or hypersexualized individuals, further marginalizing their presence on screen. This misrepresentation not only disregards the varied experiences of the Latino community but also reinforces harmful stereotypes that can perpetuate prejudice and discrimination in society.
Table: Examples of Harmful Stereotypes of Latino Characters in Film and Television
Stereotype
Description
The Criminal
Often portrayed as gang members, drug dealers, or thieves, reinforcing negative associations with the Latino community.
Latinas are frequently portrayed as seductive, exotic objects of desire, reducing their characters to one-dimensional stereotypes.
"These stereotypes not only limit the opportunities for Latino actors in Hollywood but also contribute to the misrepresentation and misconception surrounding our community," says Maria Rodriguez, an advocate for Latino representation in the entertainment industry.
The perpetuation of these stereotypes not only hinders the progress of Latino actors but also reinforces the marginalization of the Latino community as a whole. It is essential for the entertainment industry to challenge these harmful narratives and provide more authentic and diverse portrayals of Latino characters.
Efforts are being made to challenge the misrepresentation of Latino characters and improve the opportunities for Latino actors in the industry. The National Hispanic Media Coalition, for instance, has been at the forefront of advocating for equity and proper representation of Latinos in Hollywood.
The coalition has been actively working to address the institutionalized racism that perpetuates the underrepresentation of Latinos in film and television. They have organized protests at the Oscars, highlighting the lack of diversity and calling for change in the industry.
By amplifying the voices of Latino actors and fighting for more inclusive narratives, the National Hispanic Media Coalition and other advocacy groups are driving the conversation and pushing for a more equitable future for Latino representation in the entertainment industry.
The Pursuit of Equity and Proper Representation
In response to the ongoing underrepresentation and misrepresentation of Latino actors, the National Hispanic Media Coalition has taken a stand, calling for equitable opportunities and proper representation in the entertainment industry. The lack of Latino actors in Hollywood has been a long-standing issue, with statistics showing minimal progress over the years. According to data, Latinos accounted for only 5.3% of broadcast TV roles and 4.6% of movie roles in 2018-19, despite being one of the fastest-growing communities in the US.
The persistent stereotypes of Latino characters as criminals, laborers, or sex objects further exacerbate the lack of diverse and authentic portrayals in the industry. These stereotypes not only perpetuate negative perceptions but also limit the range of roles available to Latino actors. It is essential to challenge these stereotypes and create opportunities for nuanced and multifaceted representations of the Latino community in film and television.
However, the underrepresentation of Latino actors extends beyond the screen. Behind-the-scenes roles such as writers, directors, and executives also lack diversity and Latino representation. This lack of diverse voices in decision-making positions further perpetuates the cycle of underrepresentation and reinforces preconceived notions about Latino stories and experiences.
The National Hispanic Media Coalition is working tirelessly to combat these issues and bring about meaningful change. They have called for an end to institutionalized racism within the entertainment industry and have actively advocated for equitable opportunities and proper representation of Latino actors. The organization plans to hold protests at the Oscars to shed light on the lack of diversity and the need for greater inclusivity in Hollywood.
Despite the challenges they face, numerous Latino actors have risen to prominence, breaking barriers and leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and television. These talented individuals have not only entertained audiences with their captivating performances, but they have also shattered stereotypes and paved the way for greater Latino representation in the industry.
One such actor is Gina Rodriguez, known for her breakthrough role in the hit TV series Jane the Virgin. Rodriguez's portrayal of Jane Villanueva, a young Latina woman navigating the complexities of life, resonated with audiences around the world. Her talent and dedication to authentic representation have earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards, making her one of the top Latino actors in Hollywood.
"I am here to tell stories of my people. I am here to represent the Latino community, and it's an honor that I get to do this." – Gina Rodriguez
Another trailblazer in the industry is Diego Luna, a Mexican actor known for his unforgettable performances in films such as Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Y Tu Mamá También. Luna's versatility and ability to bring complex characters to life have solidified his status as one of the most talented Latino actors in Hollywood.
These influential actors, along with many others like them, have not only achieved personal success but have also opened doors for future generations. Their dedication to telling diverse stories and challenging stereotypes has pushed the boundaries of representation in the entertainment industry.
These are just a few examples of the incredible talent and impact of Latino actors in Hollywood. Their contributions have not only enriched the world of film and television but have also inspired and empowered individuals from underrepresented communities. As the push for diversity and inclusion continues, it is essential to celebrate the achievements of these top Latino actors and to support their future endeavors.
The Rise of Up and Coming Latino Actors
The next generation of Latino actors is making waves in Hollywood, bringing fresh perspectives and diverse stories to the forefront of film and television. Despite the challenges faced by Latino actors in the industry, a new wave of talented individuals is emerging, determined to break barriers and redefine representation. These up and coming Latino actors are not only making a name for themselves but also paving the way for future generations of Latino talent.
With their immense talent and unique cultural backgrounds, these actors are challenging stereotypes and pushing for more authentic and inclusive narratives. They are bringing stories that reflect the rich diversity of the Latino community and highlighting the untapped potential of Latino actors in Hollywood.
From breakout performances in independent films to lead roles in major productions, these up and coming actors are making their mark. They are captivating audiences with their raw talent, bringing depth and authenticity to their characters, and proving that Latino actors have the power to captivate and inspire.
As the industry continues to evolve, it is crucial to support and celebrate the rise of these up and coming Latino actors. By amplifying their voices and embracing their stories, we can promote greater diversity and representation in film and television. Through their talent and dedication, these actors are reshaping the narrative and ensuring that the next generation of Latino actors has a seat at the table.
With increased recognition and opportunities, the future looks promising for Latino representation in the entertainment industry. It is up to audiences, casting directors, and industry leaders to embrace the talents of these up and coming actors and champion their importance in creating a more inclusive and authentic cinematic landscape.
Latino representation goes beyond that of actors, with a growing presence of Latino writers, directors, and executives who are adding their unique perspectives and experiences to the fabric of the entertainment industry. While the underrepresentation of Latino actors in film and television has been widely discussed, it is equally important to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Latinos in behind-the-scenes roles.
Latinos have been making significant strides in the entertainment industry by taking on key creative positions. Many talented Latino writers are bringing diverse narratives to the screen, challenging stereotypes, and highlighting the richness of the Latino experience. These writers infuse their stories with cultural authenticity, providing a more accurate representation of the Hispanic community.
Successful actress and entrepreneur, known for her role in "Modern Family" and for her production company.
Directors like Alfonso Cuarón and Guillermo del Toro have gained international acclaim for their groundbreaking work, while actors like Sofia Vergara have transitioned into executive roles, using their influence and platform to advocate for greater opportunities for Latinos in the industry.
Latino Actors Making an Impact in Other Industries
Latino actors have not only made their mark in Hollywood but have also become influential figures in other industries, using their platforms to inspire, create change, and uplift their communities. Beyond their on-screen performances, these talented individuals have leveraged their fame and success to make a difference in various fields.
Music is one industry where Latino actors have thrived, showcasing their versatility and musical talent. Artists like Jennifer Lopez, known for her chart-topping hits, have not only entertained audiences worldwide but have also become cultural icons. Their music transcends language barriers and celebrates Latino culture, empowering and uniting people from different backgrounds.
Additionally, many Latino actors have embraced activism as a means to address social issues and advocate for change. Eva Longoria, an outspoken advocate for women's rights and Latinx representation, founded the Eva Longoria Foundation to empower Latinas through education and entrepreneurship. Through their philanthropic efforts, these actors have become powerful advocates, using their status to amplify the voices of marginalized communities.
"Representation matters because what we see on screen shapes our perception of the world. It's important for young Latinos to see themselves represented in diverse roles and storylines, to know that they too can achieve their dreams." – Gina Rodriguez
Furthermore, Latino actors have made significant strides in entrepreneurship, establishing their own businesses and creating opportunities for others. From clothing lines to production companies, these individuals have demonstrated their talent extends beyond acting. Their success as entrepreneurs not only contributes to the economy but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring Latino entrepreneurs.
While the entertainment industry remains a vital platform for Latino actors, they have proven that their impact extends far beyond the silver screen. Through their achievements in music, activism, and entrepreneurship, these influential figures continue to break barriers and inspire future generations.
The Future of Latino Representation in Film and TV
Despite the challenges and underrepresentation, there is hope for a brighter future where Latino actors will have equal opportunities to showcase their talents and stories on the big and small screens. The Latino community, one of the fastest-growing in the United States, deserves proper representation in the entertainment industry.
Factual data reveals that the current state of Latino representation in film and TV is disheartening. In 2018-19, Latinos accounted for only 5.3% of broadcast TV roles and 4.6% of movie roles, demonstrating a persistent lack of diversity in the industry. Stereotypes of Latino characters as criminals, laborers, or sex objects further exacerbate the problem. These statistics highlight the urgent need for change.
The National Hispanic Media Coalition has been at the forefront of advocating for equity and proper representation of Latino actors in Hollywood. They have called for an end to institutionalized racism against Latinos and have plans to hold protests at the Oscars to raise awareness about the issue. Their efforts are essential in bringing attention to the lack of diversity and challenging the status quo.
Progress is being made, albeit slowly. Initiatives and movements aimed at creating more opportunities and diverse narratives for Latino actors are gaining momentum. Organizations like the National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) and the Latino Filmmakers Network are actively working to empower and amplify Latino voices in the industry.
Furthermore, there is a growing recognition of the importance of diverse storytelling. Audiences are demanding more inclusive content that accurately reflects the world we live in. This shift in audience preferences is pushing studios and networks to reevaluate their casting decisions and actively seek out diverse talent.
As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it is crucial that Latinos are not only seen on screen but also behind the scenes. Increasing the representation of Latino writers, directors, and executives is instrumental in cultivating diverse narratives and breaking stereotypes. By giving a voice to underrepresented communities, the industry can create a more authentic and inclusive storytelling experience for everyone.
Conclusion
The contributions of Latino actors in shaping diversity and representation in film and television cannot be understated. Despite being one of the fastest-growing communities in the United States, Latinos have been underrepresented and faced numerous challenges in the entertainment industry.
Data from 2018-19 reveals that Latinos accounted for only 5.3% of broadcast TV roles and 4.6% of movie roles, with little improvement over the past decade. These numbers highlight the urgent need for greater inclusivity and proper representation of Latino actors in Hollywood.
Stereotypes of Latino characters as criminals, laborers, or sex objects persist in the industry, perpetuating negative perceptions of the Latino community. This misrepresentation extends beyond on-screen roles, as behind-the-scenes positions such as writers, directors, and executives also lack Latino representation.
The National Hispanic Media Coalition has been at the forefront of advocating for equity and proper representation of Latino actors in Hollywood. Through protests at the Oscars and efforts to combat institutionalized racism, they are fighting for change and pushing for more opportunities and diverse narratives for Latino actors.
In conclusion, it is crucial that we continue to champion the voices, stories, and talents of Latino actors in the quest for a truly inclusive and equitable entertainment industry. By creating more opportunities, breaking stereotypes, and advocating for proper representation, we can ensure that the rich diversity of the Latino community is authentically portrayed on screen and behind the scenes.
FAQ
Q: Why is the representation of Latino actors in film and TV important?
A: Representation is important because it reflects the diversity of society and allows for more authentic storytelling. It provides opportunities for underrepresented communities to see themselves on screen and helps break down stereotypes.
Q: How underrepresented are Latino actors in Hollywood?
A: Latino actors have been consistently underrepresented in both film and TV. In 2018-19, Latinos accounted for only a small percentage of roles, with just 5.3% in broadcast TV and 4.6% in movies.
Q: What stereotypes persist in the portrayal of Latino characters?
A: Latino characters are often stereotyped as criminals, laborers, or sex objects. This perpetuates negative stereotypes and limits the range of roles available to Latino actors.
Q: What is the National Hispanic Media Coalition advocating for?
A: The National Hispanic Media Coalition is calling for an end to institutionalized racism against Latinos in Hollywood. They plan to hold protests at the Oscars to demand equity and proper representation for Latino actors.
Q: Who are some famous Latino actors in Hollywood?
A: Some famous Latino actors in Hollywood include Salma Hayek, Oscar Isaac, Eva Longoria, and Diego Luna. They have made significant contributions to the industry and paved the way for future generations.
Q: Which up and coming Latino actors should we look out for?
A: There are several up and coming Latino actors who are making their mark in the industry, such as Isabela Merced, Anthony Ramos, and Melissa Barrera. They show promising potential and are gaining recognition for their talent.
Q: How are Latinos represented in behind-the-scenes roles in the entertainment industry?
A: Latinos are also underrepresented in behind-the-scenes roles, such as writers, directors, and executives. It is crucial to have diverse voices shaping narratives and making decisions in the industry.
Q: What impact have Latino actors made outside of film and TV?
A: Latino actors have become cultural icons, advocates, and role models in various industries. They have made an impact in music, activism, entrepreneurship, and more, using their platforms to amplify important issues.
Q: Is there hope for increased Latino representation in the future?
A: Yes, there is potential for change and improvement in the representation of Latino actors. Initiatives and movements are working towards creating more opportunities and diverse narratives for Latino actors in the entertainment industry.
Q: Why is inclusivity and diversity important in Hollywood?
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The story of Sara Saffron goes back hundreds of years taking in historical greats from history, the fertile fields of Khorasan and the famous crocus sativus harvest.
Sara Saffron Story fortunate enough to live through and witness The Golden Age of progress in the region.
Just as Sara felt inspired by stories of al-Tusi, told to her by her grandmother over cups of golden saffron tea, so al-Tusi was inspired by others. Not least Avicenna (Ibn Sina) now recognised as the father of modern medicine and writer of many medical encyclopaedias.
Nasir al-Din al-Tusi – A great scientist and scholar from the Golden Age of Progress.
Yet of all the stories her grandmother told her about her distant ancestor, one remained with her above all others. This was the story Sara could never let go. It was the story of the crocus sativus. The humble crocus flourished throughout the fields in Khorasan and coloured the tea she shared with her grandmother.
Saffron comes from the crocus flower, named after a boy called Crocus, companion to Hermes, the mighty Greek god, who accidentally killed Crocus and changed him into a flower.
The flower was supposedly named after a boy called Crocus, companion to Hermes, the Greek god of wealth, travel, and sleep. Sadly, Hermes accidentally killed Crocus, and changed the boy into a flower in memory of him. It is from this flower that we take the stigmas to dry out to finally harvest saffron.
Hermes, the greek god accidentally killed a boy named Crocus, then transformed him in to a flower.
Sara remained fascinated by the story of Crocus, the god's tribute to his untimely passing, and the fields of crocus sativus growing around her grandmother's home. Avicenna was also fascinated, centuries earlier, writing about the flower and its stigmas. He shared knowledge of the spice derived from those stigmas, and its apparent powers to aid good health.
The crocus sativus requires specific conditions in which to grow. Those conditions are best met in the fertile fields of Khorasan, known today as the saffron region.
The crocus sativus has thrived in the fertile fields of Khorasan for centuries.
Through the stories of Sara's grandmother and the knowledge of her ancestor, Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, and the writings of Avicenna, Sara learned about this natural wonder, saffron. She immersed herself in the history, the myth, the legend, and the health benefits we derive from it today.
She learned about harvest time, in October each year, when over 400,000 people of all ages rise before dawn to pick the stigmas from the flowers at the most opportune time. It takes over 170,000 flowers to produce a single kilogram of this most delicate and vibrant of spices.
It takes over 170,000 flowers to produce enough threads for a single kilogram of saffron
No machinery, no modern processes. Just many human hands, as locals band together to perform this delicate work at just the right time. Work that Sara first heard about many years ago from her grandmother, as she gazed out at the fields beyond her home in Khorasan.
Collecting saffron stigma from the flower of the crocus sativus.
And so, Sara Saffron was born, a modern link in a chain that goes back many hundreds of years and to the myths and tales of the saffron harvest that lie beyond. Even though the stories of her grandmother are consigned to the past, Sara's passion for saffron is firmly rooted in today. Rooted to a desire to bring the benefits of this incredible saffron spice to the world.
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Everyone knows that the best poems are not the ones that are eloquent and clear. It is the ones that stir up your emotions and make you want to read it again. Thus, if you want to be a better poet, you need to test your skills in writing clear, concise, and meaningful poetry. Use the worksheet to practice your skills as a poet.
Even if you are not a professional poet, you can still learn how to write your own poetry. There are many resources out there for you to practice and develop your own skills. The Poetry Worksheet is one of them. This worksheet will help you practice your skills by filling in the blank on the worksheet with a short poem. When you are done, you can print it out and use it as a basis for further practice.
Poetry worksheets are also great for group activities. If you have a group of friends who are all poets, why not have them all write on the same worksheet? Let them get together, and get a group of poems together, right in the comfort of their own homes. Write their words on the worksheet.
Once you have finished your poetry worksheet, you can print out the poems and go around town. Read the poems out loud and make sure they flow. Encourage them to speak them out. Your children might enjoy doing this for you.
If you have decided to turn your poetry into a book, you should not rush into it. Find a good publisher to publish your book and get it out there. You may have a few people out there that think you are an oddball, but you may be able to find some of your niche market.
Poetry worksheets can help you practice your poetic skills and even help you practice your writing. You may find that writing poetry is more challenging than you thought it would be. Using a worksheet will help you and any future poet out there. | eng | 452ca2b2-eb6d-415f-b3a7-91455c6ad29a | https://www.semesprit.com/56198/poetry-worksheet-1/ |
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Are Macaroons Bad For You?
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Macaroons aren't entirely bad for you if eaten in moderation. Keep it to no more than two macaroons per day and there will be several benefits with nearly zero risks.
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Letter Grade for MacaroonsMacaroons (which are sometimes confused with macarons) are simple cookie-like treats that have quite a few surprising benefits, especially when considering their regiment. Macaroons are made from egg white, sugar, and shredded coconut. While having too much sugar does nothing good for your health, sticking to no more than two macaroons will minimize the negative impact from sugar and provide you with some benefits.
First, egg whites are low in cholesterol and are a good way to get riboflavin, selenium, and potassium. Also included in egg white is about 55 mg of sodium, which is necessary for proper brain function, muscle contraction, and nerve impulses. The most benefits, however, come from the shredded coconut. Coconut has countless benefits, including (but not limited to) increasing energy, staving off infections, enhancing satiety, and reducing blood cholesterol levels. Due to the amount of coconut oil, macaroons have also been shown to be effective in combating diarrhea, with many sufferers of Crohn's disease reporting an end to their constant diarrhea. Other digestive disorders, such as IBS are effectively kept at bay by macaroons.
Two macaroons contain less than 150 calories and provide 6% of the daily value for calcium as well as 4% for iron and 2% for vitamin A. Macaroons also contain no wheat and no leavening products, so it is an ideal treat to share on Passover or to eat if you have Celiac's disease or any other wheat/gluten sensitivities. Unconfirmed by science, but part of traditional folk medicine in India, the coconut may also help get rid of parasitic worms.
If you eat too many macaroons in one sitting, you risk a sugar and calorie overload, but eat no more than two and you help your body keep its digestive system regular, promote good colon health, and get quite a few nutrients. | eng | adb0cb84-227b-4480-8f4c-49e67af021d5 | https://www.isitbadforyou.com/questions/are-macaroons-bad-for-you |
There's the owl and the hawk Up above in the high fronds One is always on watch The other on the prey hunt
And you're feeling like an outcast While they're speaking behind your back
CHORUS Don't fight your shame, don't fight the pain Because one day you're going to look back You were rising to be stronger You fight the flames, you're the fire brigade Because you made those sacrifices To be rising from the ashes
If you're outside the box You'll be walking on the dry brush Just one spark is enough To instigate a hot fuss
And they still see you as a failure One crack on top of the other
CHORUS …
Dreams will help you build up your defenses Don't worry about the consequences Dreams will help you bring down all the fences Don't worry about the consequences | eng | 7758e12d-7226-48cb-a634-8fb546fd9967 | https://musicaest.com/2021/03/19/piqued-jacks-pubblicano-lalbum-synchronizer-online-il-video-fire-brigade/ |
know how and when to reach out for help. Now, let's debunk some myths about brain aneurysms.
Myths About Brain Aneurysms
Today, our spine surgeon in Beverly Hills will deconstruct some of the biggest myths about brain aneurysms to help you discover the truth about this occurrence. Whether or not you are at risk for a brain aneurysm, it is a good idea to know what to expect and practice prevention habits so you can stay in good health.
Myth #1: All Aneurysms Burst
It's not the aneurysm itself that is the scary thing, but the idea of an aneurysm bursting. Aneurysms are small spots on your blood vessels that have become weak, usually forming in blood at the base of your brain. The pressure of pumping blood makes this spot bulge out, causing an aneurysm. If the pressure builds up too much, the aneurysm can burst or leak, which may be fatal in certain conditions.
But not all aneurysms burst. If you are worried about an aneurysm forming or bursting in your head, you may want to get in touch with a spinal specialist ASAP.
Myth #2: Aneurysms are Bound to Happen
A lot of people think that if you are predisposed to have a brain aneurysm, it's just going to happen. But it doesn't just come out of nowhere. Some people are born with bad blood vessels, while others may form an aneurysm due to a physically traumatic or stressful event. Thankfully brain aneurysms are only fatal about 50% of the time. In fact, almost 60% of folks who experience burst aneurysms have a good chance at survival. So even if you think you may have to expect one, you don't have to sit around and wait for that day to come. You can invest in preventative measures when you get in touch with Dr. Yashar.
Myth #3: Strokes and Aneurysms are Exactly the Same Things
Probably the most common misconception about brain aneurysms is that they are the same if not very similar to a stroke. While both happen in the same parts of the brain, that doesn't mean they are the same thing at all. While aneurysms deal with bulging spots, strokes have to do with blocked arteries. If blood cannot reach the brain, a stroke may occur. Aneurysms continue to build up and may run the risk of bursting after a certain amount of time.
The symptoms of strokes and aneurysms are different as well. For instance, someone suffering from a stroke may suddenly have difficulty swallowing, breathing, and moving their arms. They may feel numb on one side of their body and stop breathing. The symptoms of an aneurysm usually include pain and stiffness around the eye, enlarged pupils, confusion, convulsions, and other jerking movements.
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The symptoms of a brain aneurysm – or a stroke, for that matter – cannot be ignored. In some cases, a burst aneurysm can prove fatal. While an aneurysm is not always inevitable – you can avoid it by practicing daily health routines like diet and exercise – you should still get in touch with Dr. Yashar if you are worried that you may be at risk for this particular condition. Visit our specialists today to learn about your individual risk and prevention options for brain aneurysms in Los Angeles. Treatment is not impossible and it can save your life if you act early enough! | eng | bd13c391-6509-452d-baf0-2796afbed755 | https://dryashar.com/blog/myths-about-brain-aneurysms/ |
Tanya Digest: Tevet 13: Likutei Amarim: Chapter 11
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Lessons in Tanya - Chapter 11
Having described in ch. 9 the ongoing battle between the divine and animal souls to capture and dominate the body, the Alter Rebbe proceeded, in ch. 10, to define the term tzaddik within the context of this struggle.
He explained there that tzaddikim are classified in two general categories. The first is that of the "complete tzaddik," also known as the "tzaddik who possesses (only) good." Such a tzaddik has succeeded in completely transforming the evil of his animal soul to good and holiness. A tzaddik of the second category, that of the "incomplete tzaddik" or the "tzaddik who possesses evil," is one who has not yet completely converted his animal soul to good; he still retains a vestige of its native evil. This remaining fragment of evil, however, is completely nullified within the far greater proportion of good.
In ch. 11, the Alter Rebbe now addresses himself to the definition of the rank that is the antithesis of the tzaddik—that of the wicked person, the rasha. In direct contrast to the tzaddik, whose divine soul overpowers his animal soul, the rasha is one whose animal soul overwhelms his divine soul.
The rank of rasha, too, is divided into two general categories: the "complete rasha" or the "rasha who possesses only evil" and the "incomplete rasha" or the "rasha who possesses some good." These categories will be defined in this chapter.
(Note: Following the Talmudic expressions which the Alter Rebbe employs, these terms are henceforth translated as the "rasha who knows (only) evil" and the "rasha who knows good," respectively.)
"One is the opposite of the other"1: the "rasha who knows good" is the antithesis of the "tzaddik who knows evil."
וְזֶה לְעוּמַּת זֶה, רָשָׁע וְטוֹב לוֹ לְעוּמַּת צַדִּיק וְרַע לוֹ.
This means that the good that is in [this rasha's] divine soul, which is in his brain and in the right part of his heart (these being the chief dwelling places of the divine soul, as explained in ch. 9),
Thus, in the "rasha who knows good," the evil of the animal soul overpowers the good of the divine soul to the extent that the good is subservient to the evil and is nullified within it.
This rank, too, is subdivided into myriads of degrees which differ.
וְזֶה מִתְחַלֵּק גַּם כֵּן לְרִבְבוֹת מַדְרֵגוֹת חֲלוּקוֹת,
Just as the rank of the "tzaddik who knows evil" is subdivided into myriads of degrees with respect to the nullification within him of the evil to good, so, too, are there numerous subdivisions within the rank of the "rasha who knows good" with respect to the nullification of good to evil, as the Alter Rebbe continues:
[The difference between these myriad degrees lies] in the quantity i.e., the extent and the quality of the nullification and subservience of the good to the evil, G‑d forbid.
The "quantitative" difference between one "rasha who knows good" and another is indicated by whether the good is merely outweighed by a majority of evil or whether the evil is (say) sixty times more prevalent than the good, and so on. The "qualitative" classification hinges on what aspect of the divine soul is subservient to its evil counterpart: in one rasha, the divine soul's holy capacity for affection may be subservient to the animal soul's affection for forbidden matters, while in another rasha, the subservience may lie in another area. The Alter Rebbe now provides practical illustrations of different levels within the ranks of the "rasha who knows good."
There is one in whom the subservience and nullification of good to evil are exceedingly minor,
יֵשׁ מִי שֶׁהַכְּפִיפָה וְהַבִּיטּוּל אֶצְלוֹ מְעַט מִזְּעֵר,
and even these minor degrees are not permanent nor recurrent at frequent intervals.
Rather, only on infrequent occasions does the evil prevail over the good, conquering the "small city," i.e., the body which, as mentioned in ch. 9, is likened to a small city, whose conquest is the objective of both the divine and animal souls.
As mentioned in ch. 6, the garments of the animal soul are sinful thought, speech, and action. In the case of the rasha now described, the evil of the animal soul, even on those rare occasions when it does prevail over the good, can do no more than express itself in one of these areas or "garments."
Furthermore, even in this restricted field of expression, the evil is further limited in that it can motivate this rasha to commit only minor transgressions, as the Alter Rebbe now continues:
Namely, the animal soul prevails either in deed alone, in the commission of minor transgressions [only], not major ones, G‑d forbid—for his animal soul has not the power to prevail to such an extent,
or the evil may prevail in thought alone, in contemplations of sin, which are in certain respects worse than actual sin.2
אוֹ בְּמַחֲשָׁבָה לְבַד, הִרְהוּרֵי עֲבֵירָה הַקָּשִׁים מֵעֲבֵירָה.
Thought is more refined than speech and action, and of the soul's three garments, it is the one most intimately connected with the soul itself. Therefore, contemplations of sin can befoul the soul even more than the sinful deed itself.
[This is the case] even where one does not actually contemplate committing a sin but merely indulges in contemplation on the carnal union of male and female in general,
whereby he violates the admonition of the Torah, "You shall guard yourself from every wicked thing,"3which our Sages interpret as an injunction that "one must not harbor impure fancies by day so that he will not become polluted at night"4; thus, contemplation on such matters violates a command of the Torah.
Afterward, after this person has transgressed in any of the abovementioned matters, the good that is in his divine soul asserts itself, and he is filled with remorse over his transgression in thought, word, or action;
he will seek pardon and forgiveness of G‑d for his transgression, and if he repents with the appropriate penitence, in accordance with the counsel of our Sages, of blessed memory, G‑d will indeed forgive him with [one of] the three forms of pardon expounded by Rabbi Yishmael,6 as explained elsewhere.7
The three forms of pardon: (a) If one transgresses a positive precept and repents, he is pardoned at once; (b) if he transgresses a prohibitive commandment and repents, the Day of Atonement together with his repentance atones; (c) if his transgression carries the penalty of karet (spiritual excision) or execution at the hands of the court, then after having repented and undergone the spiritual cleansing of Yom Kippur, suffering brings about full atonement.
However, as the Rebbe notes, the divine pardon elicited by this person's repentance does not change his status of rasha in the true sense of the term but only in the borrowed sense of the terms rasha and tzaddik as applied to reward and punishment. Indeed, when weighed on the scales of merits and sins, such a person—who sins rarely, only in minor matters, and then repents immediately—is deemed a tzaddik and deserves reward, since the overwhelming majority of his deeds are good.
But this usage of tzaddik is merely a borrowed term, as explained in ch. 1. As true, definitive terms, tzaddik and rasha describe the quality of the good or evil in one's soul. Viewed in this perspective, the person described above is classified as a rasha even after he repents and is pardoned, for he still retains his predisposition toward sin, and his animal soul still tends to dominate him.
Thus far, the Alter Rebbe has discussed a higher-level rasha—the "rasha who knows good"—one in whom the animal soul rarely prevails and then only in one of the three soul-garments of thought, speech, and action.
There is, however, another [type of "rasha who knows good"], in whom the evil prevails more strongly.
וְיֵשׁ מִי שֶׁהָרָע גּוֹבֵר בּוֹ יוֹתֵר,
All three garments of evil clothe themselves in him—he transgresses in thought, in speech, as well as in action; also, the evil causes him to commit more heinous sins and [to sin] more frequently.
Yet he, too, is nevertheless described as a "rasha who knows good," for intermittently between one sin and the next, he experiences remorse, and thoughts of repentance enter his mind, arising from the aspect of good that is still in his soul that gathers a degree of strength in the interim.
However, the good within him does not strengthen itself sufficiently to vanquish the evil
אֶלָּא שֶׁאֵין לוֹ הִתְגַּבְּרוּת כָּל כָּךְ לְנַצֵּחַ אֶת הָרָע
so that he can rid himself entirely of his sins and be as one who confesses his sins and abandons them once and for all.
לִפְרוֹשׁ מֵחֲטָאָיו לְגַמְרֵי לִהְיוֹת "מוֹדֶה וְעוֹזֵב".
Concerning such a person, the Rabbis of blessed memory, have said, "The wicked are full of remorse,"8i.e., between sins. It is also possible that even while sinning, they regret their actions but feel themselves unable to master their desires.
We thus see that there are many levels within the rank of the "rasha who knows good," ranging from one who sins only rarely, only in minor matters and with the involvement of only one soul-garment, to he who sins often, grievously, and with all three soul-garments. Yet they all come under the same heading of the "rasha who knows good," the difference between them being to what degree the good within them is dominated by the evil—in direct contrast to the rank of the "tzaddik who knows evil," where there are various degrees of dominance of the evil by the good.
Having defined the "rasha who knows good," the Alter Rebbe now turns to consider the "rasha who knows (only) evil":
But he who never feels contrition, and in whose mind no thoughts of repentance at all ever enter, is called a "rasha who knows (only) evil,"
That is to say, even if they are all in the category of the "rasha who knows (only) evil," the Shechinah still hovers over them, for they too possess good in a manner of makif. Since at such a gathering, the Shechinah is present only in the externally encompassing way of makif, not entering the consciousness of those assembled, therefore, their correspondingly makif level of good is sufficient to enable them to receive this revelation.
With regard to the subject of the Jew whose animal soul prevails over his divine soul, the following story bears mention.
A certain freethinker once asked of the Tzemach Tzedek: The word Yehudim ("Jews") is normally spelled in the Book of Esther with one letter yud before the final letter. Why is it that when the word is used there in connection with the harsh decree against the Jews, it is spelled with two letters yud?
The Tzemach Tzedek answered: Yud is numerically equivalent to ten; it represents the ten soul-powers possessed by both the divine and animal souls. There are Jews who conduct their lives solely according to the dictates of the divine soul's ten powers, while in other Jews, the animal soul prevails, and their conduct is dictated also by the animal soul's ten powers. Haman planned to exterminate all the Jews, even those who were of two yuds. i.e., those ruled by the ten evil soul-powers, as well.
But the man persisted: Why then is the word spelled several times with two yuds even after the decree was repealed? To which the Tzemach Tzedek responded: After suffering under Haman's evil decree and ultimately witnessing G‑d's salvation, even those Jews repented and became equals of their brethren, whose lives were led by the dictates of the divine soul and good inclination. Thus, concluded the Tzemach Tzedek, the two yuds (yud, or yid, which is also Yiddish for "Jew") became equal.10
Nechama Caplan lives in Tsfat, Israel with her husband and family. She is a passionate Tanya teacher and mentor to women around the world. In her eyes, Chassidus is about experiential learning—giving us energy and a deeper connection to G-d. | eng | 1aaf443b-ac9d-4029-bef8-bb7aeec176a1 | https://www.chabad.org/library/tanya/tanya_cdo/aid/4978462/jewish/Tanya-Digest-Tevet-13.htm |
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An ecosystem is a community of plants, animals and smaller organisms that live, feed, reproduce and interact in the same area or environment. there are animals like:the West Indian Manatee,Great Blue Heron or Alligators
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Minecraft Tree Block Printables
Fun and Educational Minecraft Tree Block Printables for Parents of Young Children This activity not only promotes creativity and fine motor skills, but also familiarizes children with basic concepts of ecology and the natural world.
One engaging classroom activity for elementary school teachers is to use Minecraft tree block printables. This activity allows students to express their creativity while learning about different types of trees. Teachers can provide the printable blocks for students to color and cut out, and then have them build their own Minecraft forest using the blocks. This hands-on activity not only enhances students' spatial reasoning skills, but also encourages critical thinking and problem-solving.
Tree Block Printables for Crafters and DIY Enthusiasts
If you're a crafter or a DIY enthusiast, tree block printables can be a great addition to your collection of resources. These printables provide you with templates of various tree block designs that can be used in a wide range of craft projects. Whether you want to make your own greeting cards, create unique wall art, or incorporate tree block designs into your scrapbooking projects, these printables offer endless possibilities for creative expression.
Creative Printable Minecraft Tree Blocks for Fans of the Game
For fans of Minecraft, there are several options for creative printable tree blocks that can be used to enhance their gameplay experience. These printable blocks, inspired by the pixelated graphics of the game, can be easily assembled and added to the game world to create immersive and realistic landscapes. Whether it's a towering oak tree or a whimsical cherry blossom, these printable tree blocks provide endless opportunities for players to showcase their creativity.
Can I make tree blocks in real life?
To make a tree block in real life, of course, it will require a lot of consideration and involve many people. If you reflect on the game, it's not that easy. Games are just games. Meanwhile, in real life, you must have power and also be responsible for tree blocks. This is not something that is impossible to do in real life, but it requires a lot of effort. If you want to plant trees, it would be better if you adapt it to the environmental conditions around you. If possible, of course, it will have a good impact.
Article written by Lestari Nur Aisah, last updated on May 28, 2021 and edited by Printablee Team.
Printable Minecraft tree block images are a convenient and versatile way to add a touch of the game's natural beauty to any real-life setting, whether it's for decorations, arts and crafts projects, or educational purposes.
Printable Minecraft tree block images are incredibly useful for gamers and enthusiasts alike, allowing them to bring their favorite virtual creations to life on paper and enhancing their immersive Minecraft experience.
These Minecraft Tree Block Printables are a fantastic resource for every Minecraft enthusiast. They bring joy and a creative touch to crafting and decorating our world. Thank you for sharing such a practical and cool resource!
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Jurisdictions in Costa Rica.
When lawyers in Costa Rica talk about civil law and mention the word "jurisdiction," you may think it´s the legal boundaries between states. In reality, it´s more than that. Etymologically, the term comes from the Latin term "Iuris Dicto" or "Ius Dicere." In layman´s terms, it translates to "the act of saying the law." Jurisdiction is a function by which an impartial judge resolves the legal matter brought by litigation, with a final resolution that produces "res judicata." It is the power and duty they have to administer justice, as per the sovereignty of the State. Therefore, jurisdiction in Costa Rica refers to the authority of the Costa Rican judges to hear and decide cases.
With this definition, you will probably understand that Jurisdiction in, say, Miami, Florida, is a different one than in, say, California. Even though the Federal Union links them, Judges and lawyers are bound to the laws of each sovereign state when they administer justice. Hence, jurisdiction in Costa Rica is only one: the power that the judges have in this country to administer justice, per the laws in Costa Rica.
Lawyers are talking about "branches of law."
Having said this, when you hear lawyers talk about civil, family, criminal jurisdiction, or corporate jurisdiction, they are simply talking about the different branches of laws in Costa Rica. Judges have jurisdiction because they resolve the cases before them per the rules of the subject-matter dispute. When a Judge recuses himself, he does not lose jurisdiction but rather "legal competency" to resolve that particular case.
It's worth noting that Costa Rica has also signed international treaties and conventions that give jurisdiction to Costa Rica's courts over specific cases, such as human rights violations and international commercial disputes. In addition to the regular courts, Costa Rica also has specialized courts, such as labor, environmental, and administrative courts, which have jurisdiction over specific areas of law.
However, this does not mean that the civil law judge can resolve matters that are the subject matter of the penal judge, not because of lack of jurisdiction, but because of what we call "subject-matter competency." Hence, the proper way to talk about the different branches of law would be by subject-matter competence, such as civil competency, labor competency, etc. This page will refer to those branches of law as "jurisdictions" to make it easier for you.
Corporate and Commerce Branch
FAMILY LAW BRANCH
LABOR BRANCH
AGRARIAN BRANCH
More branches of laws in Costa Rica:
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ADMINISTRATIVE LAW BRANCH
CONSTITUTIONAL JURISDICTION
CRIMINAL LAW
Bankruptcy Branch
Debt Collections Jurisdiction
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A little bit more on the subject:
Arbitrators are not Judges. However, they do have jurisdiction over legal matters when anarbitral clauseis stipulated in a contract. In such instances, both parties have agreed to whisk the conflict out of the ordinary courts and into private arbitration. The ruling given by the arbitrators is final, as they have jurisdiction.
It's important to know that even though there are separate branches, they all intertwine. For example, the Civil Procedures Code is used for family law procedures in Costa Rica, even though it was initially intended for other purposes.
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Indirect impacts from Hurricane Lee start Sunday along US coastline in form of dangerous surf and rip currents
As Hurricane Lee slowly churns towards the western Atlantic, the power of having a once Category 5 cyclone in the basin has already set in motion higher-than-normal seas that are expected to reach U.S. shores by Sunday.
Powerful hurricanes passing within 1,000 miles of the U.S. coastline are known to increase the risk of rip currents and create rough surf, which can cause dangerous beach conditions for swimmers.
The U.S. recently experienced an uptick in rough water over the Labor Day weekend with storms such as Franklin and Idalia off the eastern seaboard, but Hurricane Lee's impacts promise to be potentially more significant.
Higher than-average swells are expected to be seen along beaches in Florida and North Carolina on Sunday and will gradually expand through the upcoming week.
Throughout the workweek, seas and surf will increase from Florida through the mid-Atlantic and into the Northeast.
"Where it exactly starts to turn has a lot to do with where it ends up, how it affects Bermuda and how close it comes to the U.S. East Coast. So that's going to be what we're going to be watching for all the way - talking about five days from now," said FOX Weather hurricane specialist Bryan Norcross.
The National Weather Service that covers much of coastal North Carolina is expecting waves to reach at least 6 feet on Tuesday, with much higher surf predicted mid to late week.
Hurricane Lee Wave Height Forecast
The combination of the new moon and higher seas could lead to significant beach erosion and overwash, especially on islands with southeast-facing beaches.
"Details on the severity of impacts is dependent on the eventual track, intensity, and size of Major Hurricane Lee over the next several days," NWS meteorologists said.
A similar-sized cyclone in 2009 named Hurricane Bill passed off the East Coast by several hundred miles but produced waves upwards of 20 feet along some coastal communities, leading to beach closures and significant erosion.
Without knowing the exact forecast track of the powerful hurricane, marine impacts are guaranteed, with any rains and winds remaining offshore in the best-case scenario.
The addition of data collected by Hurricane Hunter aircraft is expected to help narrow down potential paths over the next few days and lead to a more accurate forecast cone.
In addition to the impacts on beachgoers and coastal properties, the U.S. Coast Guard has alerted fishermen and boaters of the increased threats in the waters along Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and will likely expand their messaging northward as the storm moves closer.
"We are concerned about people and boaters who may underestimate the impacts of this passing storm, Capt. José E. Díaz, Coast Guard Sector San Juan commander said in a statement. "The increase in projected sea states of 10 to 15-feet severely reduces our ability to respond to a maritime distress with the full use of our resources. Make the best decision for you and your loved ones and enjoy a safe weekend, monitor marine weather forecasts and heed National Weather Service advisories."
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FV: Chapter 186
Ji Yuxiao's eyes were cold. Why was he looking for Ji Yuxiao's brother?
To tell him that he had a brother outside?
How dare he?
Ji Yuxiao was so angry that he gritted his teeth.
He asked, "Before and after my father's accident, where was he, what was he doing, why didn't you find him before, and where did my father hide him?"
The other person was silent for a while before answering, "Your father is a very cautious man. He was probably afraid that you would find this person, so he went abroad the day after the accident. After that, he stayed in a closed nursing home, so I couldn't find him."
"As for before your father's accident, he was in China. It seems that he had just left his job at that time and hadn't started a new job.
"From the resume you sent me, I called to check the information and the HR of the other company said that he did hold the position written on the resume. However, when I checked it over myself, I found that 80% of it was fake, including his education."
Ji Yuxiao didn't speak. He didn't seem to know what to say, and he seemed to have nothing to say.
If he really had the talent to do the job then it was fine, but this was obviously false.
Then why did General Manager Zhao of Ruohua specifically introduce such a person to Ji Zhengao? Why was it Ji Zhengao and not someone else? What benefit could he gain from this?
How could he be sure that Ji Zhengao would definitely stuff Tan Jiaji into the Ji Group? How could he be sure that the Ji Group would only collect background information by phone rather than investigate deeply?
It was very simple. From the beginning to end, it wasn't General Manager Zhao who planned this matter but his father.
He knew very well what type of personality his third brother had. He also knew that his third brother wasn't happy with Ji Mu's position in the company, so he knew that as long as he had the opportunity, his third brother definitely wouldn't let it go. Even if Ji Zhengao couldn't take down Ji Mu and just disgusted him, this was worth it for Ji Zhengao.
As long as Tan Jiaji entered the company, Father Ji could naturally send Tan Jiaji to the position he wanted this person to go. Even Ji Mu wouldn't hate him but would only hate Ji Zhengao.
What a smart man. For Tan Jiaji, his son could die in vain, his grandson could have no parents, his brother could be used as a pawn, and his brother's son could be used as a shield.
He could use everyone and he wouldn't be merciful as long as it would protect him and Tan Jiaji, whom he wanted to preserve.
Ji Yuxiao hung up the phone. He sat quietly in his wheelchair and stared at the moonlight outside the window.
After a long time, he called another number. "I want two hairs from Tan Jiaji as soon as possible."
"Okay," the other person agreed.
The moonlight fell on his body, but it couldn't reach his eyes.
Ji Yuxiao was silent. His eyes were dark and deep, like a sea with a hidden storm.
At this time, Lin Luoqing pushed open the door and walked in the room. His steps were brisk, and his tone was as warm as ever. "You are here. I thought you were in the study, but the study was dark. So I thought you might've gone back to the bedroom."
Ji Yuxiao quickly adjusted his emotions and looked back at him with a smile. "I came back after I was done with work. Have you finished talking to Xiao Yu and Fei Fei?"
"Yes." Lin Luoqing walked to him and sat down. "I just told the two of them that I am leaving. Xiao Yu was quite reluctant. Fei Fei didn't say anything, but he must be feeling reluctant as well."
"It's okay. Once the two of them have a holiday, I will take them both to the crew to visit you." Ji Yuxiao comforted him.
"Yes." Lin Luoqing nodded.
He looked at the person in front of him with a bit of embarrassment. Then he couldn't help reaching out to hug the other person's neck. "Will you miss me when I am gone?"
"I have already started thinking about you before you leave," Ji Yuxiao said seriously.
Lin Luoqing laughed. "Then tonight, we can go to bed early while I am still here."
His words 'go to bed early' were soft as if they contained sugar. It was sweet.
Ji Yuxiao didn't hold back. He raised his hand and pressed it to the back of Lin Luoqing's neck. Then he kissed Lin Luoqing directly on the lips.
Lin Luoqing smiled and kissed him back. Then after a while, the initiative was taken away by Ji Yuxiao and he could only passively bear the kiss.
The two kissed in a sweet and lingering manner. Lin Luoqing pressed against his forehead and the water in his eyes shone, as if full of clear light in the moonlight.
Ji Yuxiao hugged and kissed him again and again.
It was destined to be a gentle and long night. It wasn't until the sun was high at noon the next day that Lin Luoqing slowly woke up.
Ji Leyu and Lin Fei had already gone to school. Lin Luoqing was a bit depressed. He had wanted to send the two of them to school today and stay with them for a while.
Ji Yuxiao comforted him. "I'll let them video call with you when the evening comes."
Lin Luoqing sighed while thinking that it could only be like this.
He got up, changed his clothes, grabbed his suitcase, and prepared to leave.
"Don't worry about him?" Ji Mu pointed at the document on the table. "This is already the second contract he negotiated this month. Previously when Third Uncle protected him, didn't Uncle say that he should go to the sales department first to see if he has any abilities and make sure that it isn't just talk on paper? He actually talked to me and said that Third Uncle strongly recommended this Tan Jiaji, so I should work hard. If I am really inferior to this Tan Jiaji, then Third Uncle will definitely bring up old things again, and it won't be good for everyone at that time."
"Now Tan Jiaji has only been here for a short amount of time, and he has already negotiated two contracts that aren't too big or too small. Third Uncle must seem more reasonable now, and his tail is soaring into the sky."
Ji Zhenyang frowned. "Your Third Uncle really isn't a person. He knows that Ji Yun can't be used and Ji Zhong is too young. He definitely can't get real power, so he doesn't want you to get real power and make it cheap for me. He is such a person. When he was young, he didn't want me to manage the company, so he supported our older brother. Now it is the same even though we are older. He can accept Ji Yuling and Ji Yuxiao, but not you.
"Still, you don't have to worry. This Tan Jiaji is an outsider. Don't you know your uncle? If it wasn't for Ji Yuling's death and Ji Yuxiao being unable to be relied on, could he let you manage the company? You are ranked after Ji Yuling and Ji Yuxiao. How could he really let that Tan Jiaji be the general manager? He is an outsider, and your uncle won't consider it at all."
"Haven't you been talking with Aoyu recently? As long as you can gain Aoyu's cooperation this time, it is useless even if Tan Jiaji signs more of these types of contracts. Don't mess yourself up over this."
Ji Mu sat on the sofa while feeling irritable.
What annoyed him wasn't just the fact that Ji Zhengao supported Tan Jiaji. It was that in his opinion, Tan Jiaji obviously shouldn't have had such achievements, but he quickly gained such results.
It felt like he had never seen the other person in his eyes, let alone feel that this person was qualified to compete with him. Then suddenly, this person not only had the qualifications but also posed a threat to him.
How could he possibly have real talent?
This wasn't scientific.
Ji Mu couldn't accept it and felt his mood becoming more and more irritable.
Tan Jiaji was in a good mood as he looked at his office in a satisfied manner. Finally, he had a place here.
Soon, he would leave this office and go to a bigger office.
What he wanted, everything would come true.
Tan Jiaji thought of his weak and humble self who wasn't valued by others. He had no qualifications to step foot in here. He could only stand downstairs and look up at this unattainable existence.
Now he was standing here, and he no longer needed to look up to others.
He stood up, walked to the French windows, and looked at the busy traffic outside the window. The pedestrians on the street were in a hurry and were as insignificant as ants. That was him in the past, but now he was no longer an ant.
He laughed proudly with an indescribable contempt in his eyes.
Lin Luoqing slept with his eyes closed for a while before he was woken up by Wu Xinyuan. "We're here."
He rubbed his eyes and got out of the car with Wu Xinyuan, his assistant Xiao Wang, and his newly appointed bodyguard Gao Chi. They all entered the hotel together.
Director Li still hadn't arrived, so Lin Luoqing read the script in his room for a while. He checked the schedule and re-read his lines for this week again. He made sure it was okay before going to eat with Wu Xinyuan and the others.
Wu Xinyuan's phone rang when they were eating. He picked up, listened for a while, answered 'okay', and hung up.
"We will test makeup in a while. Director Li is almost here."
"Okay," Lin Luoqing agreed.
The makeup for comedy movies generally wasn't too delicate. Lin Luoqing originally thought that would be the case with him as well, especially when he saw Wen Ziming's styling. This person was wearing a gray coat and trousers that didn't look like they cost more than 100 yuan. He was also wearing a pair of obviously fake Adidas.
His hair was messy and he wasn't as handsome as he usually was when attending events.
Seeing him come in, Wen Ziming glanced at him and asked, "Fu Xi?"
Lin Luoqing nodded. "Hello, Uncle."
Wen Ziming smiled. "You are really a handsome little guy."
The moment he finished speaking, Director Li arrived and immediately said with disgust, "Who did his hair? Why does it look like it hasn't been washed in 300 years? Redo the hairstyle and don't make it so messy. It should be like he just woke up and didn't care about it. In addition, cut it short so it isn't so long."
Then he looked at Lin Luoqing, who immediately turned cold-faced and silent.
Director Li nodded slightly. "Sit. Stylist, come and style Fu Xi."
Lin Luoqing sat obediently as he felt the stylist moving around his head.
His hairstyle didn't change much. He kept his forehead hair, making him look younger. The rest of his hair was trimmed, weakening the sunny gentleness that was released from his body.
The makeup artist looked at his facial features and redrew his eyebrows and slightly changed the outline of his eyes. In an instant, the gentleness of his face was much less. He looked a lot colder with his expressionless face.
Lin Luoqing was surprised. The artist had really magical hands.
Director Li examined it carefully for a while and felt it wasn't bad, so he didn't have the makeup artist make any other changes for him.
Lin Luoqing had a plain and pure face before the makeup was applied, so he naturally didn't care about this type of semi-plain makeup style. He followed the stylist to change his clothes and reappeared in front of the crew after changing.
His clothes were far more delicate than Wen Ziming's. They didn't look like they were from famous brands, but the colors and styles were good. They made him look like the most handsome male student in school.
Lin Luoqing looked at himself in the mirror and then at Wen Ziming, who was doing his hair again. He always felt that their styles didn't match.
It was like a life drama over there, while his side was like an idol drama. It wasn't very good…
"Not bad." Director Lin stroked his chin. "Xiao Lin is still very handsome."
Lin Luoqing, "……"
"But I don't think my style matches with Teacher Wen's style," he expressed his opinion in a low voice.
"That's right." Director Li didn't think there was anything wrong with this. "You are a genius high school student. How can you be the same as a middle-aged man with an unsatisfactory life? You are very dazzling."
Wen Ziming instantly turned around. "I'm still sitting here! I used to be dazzling as well, okay?!"
"You also used before, not now."
Wen Ziming, "……"
Wen Ziming snorted angrily and continued to do his styling.
After a while, his new look appeared again. This time, his hair was less messy, and his cut hair showed off his handsome eyes. He looked much more handsome than before.
Director Li was much more satisfied and made Lin Luoqing and Wen Ziming stand together.
"It is kind of interesting." Director Li looked at the two people in front of him, crossed his arms, and said critically, "Go and get a bright coat for Fu Xi, the light green kind."
The stylist heard his words and quickly asked his assistant to bring one over. Lin Luoqing took off the black coat on his body and replaced it with a light green one.
Director Li's eyes brightened. "It is much better. Xiao Lin, you will wear this set tomorrow."
"Okay." Lin Luoqing was cold and indifferent, maintaining the appearance of Fu Xi in front of Director Li's eyes.
It wasn't until the two of them finished trying on makeup that Hou Wenyu finally appeared.
Lin Luoqing turned around. Hou Wenyu also happened to be looking at them. Their eyes met and he was quite surprised. "Fu Xi?"
Lin Luoqing nodded, glamorous and noble.
Hou Wenyu thought, '…Is my nephew in the movie so cold outside the movie? Is he acting in his true colors?'
During the time when Lin Luoqing was trying on the outfit, Ji Yuxiao got a sample of Tan Jiaji's hair.
He opened his drawer and took out another transparent bag from it, which contained another strand of hair. This was specially taken from Father Ji's collar by Ji Yuxiao during the Spring Festival.
He looked at the hairs in his hands with a heavy heart.
Tomorrow was the day he went to the hospital for a follow-up. Then he would know if his thoughts were right or wrong.
He was thinking this when his phone rang. It was a message from Lin Luoqing on WeChat: [I'm still trying on clothes. I'm guessing it will be late when I finish. You and the children should go to sleep first. Don't wait for me.]
Ji Yuxiao replied to him: [Okay.]
He put the small bags containing the hairs back into the drawer and pushed his wheelchair to Lin Fei's room.
Ji Leyu and Lin Fei were really squeezed together. They looked cute and well-behaved. Perhaps they heard the door open, but the two children turned around together, facing him.
"Rest early," Ji Yuxiao instructed.
"I got it." Ji Leyu smiled sweetly.
Ji Yuxiao saw the smile on his face and his mood finally improved. He beckoned to Ji Leyu.
Ji Leyu didn't know the reason why his father was beckoning him over, but he still put down his book and ran over to him.
Ji Yuxiao hugged him and patted his head.
Ji Leyu reached out and hugged him, kissing him on the cheek.
Ji Yuxiao laughed. He looked at Ji Leyu gently, his heart full of cherishment.
Fortunately, he was still alive.
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How is it to sue an auto mechanic if he says that he'll do somethingbut doesn't complete the workand he's already been paid?
How is it to sue an auto mechanic if he says that he'll do somethingbut doesn't complete the workand he's already been paid?
Car was a gift. Called mechanic who worked on previous vehicle. Told him the possible issues. He said he'll fix whatever is wrong with the vehicle for $1000. We agreed and gave him $500 upfront (deposit) . During the time, it was advised (bu the mechanic) that we exchange for services. He would sell for us for $1000 ($1500 in free services). He has ownership. One month goes by then we received the car. There's more work to be done that have not been completed . We just found out that he is losing the shop. He's been avoiding us. When we ask, he'll say that he'll fix it but won't show up.
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Okay so basically you and the mechanic entered in to a contract for fixing the car. Yes, it was oral - and yes, it would have been much better if the contract was in writing - but it is a contract nonetheless. And if he breached the contract then that is the basis of the lawsuit. You would probably sue him is small claims court. Is he a corporation or a sole proprietorship? What ever he is it falls under the small claims jurisdiction based upon the monetary amount. You will need to prove your case so get all your ducks in a row. You need to prove that a contract exists and that there was a breach | eng | 677d0a3e-6422-46a9-8e5e-51373647ea0e | https://www.freeadvice.com/legal/how-hard-can-it-be-to-sue-63483/ |
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Is Apple Watch waterproof?all you need to know
Is Apple Watch waterproof? Simply put, although not completely, most models are water resistant, so they can be exposed to or submerged in water to a certain depth without damage. With a level of water resistance, it's a good idea to know exactly how the watch is rated before jumping into the pool or hot tub.
The good news for Apple Watch owners is that the days of letting the rain destroy your expensive Apple product are over. Even the oldest Apple Watch offers some protection from moisture, and each watch comes with a rating that indicates how much water it can handle.
If you're thinking of buying a new Apple Watch and plan to soak in the tub, swim, or even play sports in the ocean, read on to find out how you can get your new Apple Watch to work. Make sure it can handle a lot of activity and depth. Remember, Apple's warranty doesn't typically cover water damage. That's why it's essential to pay attention to the water resistance rating (unless, of course, you're looking to get a new watch).
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Unlike most electronic devices, including iPhones, iPads, and all other tablets and smartphones, Apple watches do not use IP water resistance ratings. Instead, it uses the standard rating method for watches based on depth.
But just because it's rated for, say, 50 meters doesn't mean you should bring it anywhere near 50 meters. This means that in lab tests it was able to withstand the amount of pressure detected at that depth (approximately 4.5 times the surface amount)
But there's no reason to test it yourself given that it can damage the watch outside of the Apple Watch Ultra, which was designed with divers in mind. If so, is it something that doubles as a dive computer, like the Ultra mentioned above? garmin descent (opens in new tab).
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Optimizing audio ad campaigns can be a complex process, but with the right approach, businesses can reap the rewards of increased engagement and ROI. Here are six expert tips to help you enhance the effectiveness of your audio ad campaigns:
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Engineering a new approach to marketing
If all marketers and CMOs came from the same professional backgrounds, the industry would never evolve. Sometimes it takes an "outsider" perspective to see if there are new approaches to be taken. That's where people like Srdjan Popovic, CMO of Crossrope and guest on a recent episode of CMO Convo, come in.
Srdjan's background and route to the CMO role
So before we get down to looking at the skills and perspectives you've gotten from your engineering background that help you as a CMO, let's talk a bit about your background and how you came to your current role as a CMO
Yeah for sure. I got into engineering because it was the I guess Eastern European thing to do.
My family immigrated to Canada in the mid-90s, school, academics, in general, was always a high priority in the household, and then coming into high school and figuring out what you're going to do with the rest of your life, engineering was at the top of my list or on top of my parents' list I should say.
They wanted what was the best for me, honestly didn't know much about what engineering was or what it was about.
I did my part in school, got good marks, focused on basketball that was my passion at the time. So I ended up in engineering because I had good grades and all my friends were coming from similar backgrounds and entering engineering. So I got into it because I was able to.
What I found after graduating, all of us went into the field but a few years in most of my engineering friends ended up going into other industries. A lot of them went into finance, some of them went to tech, and a couple like myself just went into this e-commerce and marketing.
So, I'm sure we'll talk about a little bit more it definitely builds a good foundation of skills, work ethic just the ingredients you need to really flourish in any industry that's fast-paced like those ones that I mentioned, a lot of things changing quickly.
Ecommerce as an example has obviously accelerated very quickly over the past few years and I feel a lot of the skills and things I've picked up along the way and in university and then in the subsequent years working in the engineering field, a lot of the skills I picked up have come in very handy in time in an industry like this.
So my entrance into engineering was almost culturally based and then my exit out of it, that's a whole other story. I'm happy to get into how I transitioned but I just found it helps you build the right foundation that lets you really go into any industry almost, and figure out how to make your mark in it.
Yeah let's dive into how you transitioned into marketing because that's got to have been somewhat of a culture shock, it sounds like a big change between engineering and marketing. But if you didn't think it was a big change, it would be great to hear about why you thought it was the right jump to make.
It stems a little bit from what I mentioned earlier about basketball being my passion, I played the sport growing up because my dad played the sport and so did a lot of my friends.
A lot of things in my life I can credit to the early days of really just playing a game and eventually led to my interest and passion for fitness and training that I picked up in high school, just trying to improve myself so I can play the game better. And then, in high school, I took this one course maybe fortuitously called communications technology.
Through that, I got to learn all the things that e-commerce is built around today, I learned how to build websites, although at the time, we were using Dreamweaver and Flash and whatnot, learned three out of innovation, audio editing, video filming, and editing, all the stuff and I just loved that, by far my favorite class.
I fell in love with the creativity, with the tech and I even considered animation as a potential career opportunity until I realized there wasn't really much money to be made, at least at the time.
But anyway, that was my first little taste of this online marketing or online tech world and for whatever reason, those two passions of mine fitness and this tech space merged once I graduated from university. I remember reading about these books early on, like how to create a blog using Blogger, some random stuff. For whatever reason I came across that I was fascinated by it.
And so after graduating from university while I was entering the engineering field, I started tinkering, I created my own fitness blog, my YouTube channel, really just as a playground, I love writing so it's an outlet for me to write about fitness, something I really enjoyed. My philosophy around it was focusing on simple exercise tools, kettlebells, your bodyweight, jump ropes, etc.
Around 2011, about a year after I graduated I had a couple of YouTube videos do really well, they started getting millions of views, just me jumping rope. Different times, obviously, in the YouTube space, but the jump rope space was so small, and it's still relatively small.
At the time when our now CEO at Crossrope first launched the product in 2011 ish, 2012, the space was so small that I had the best performing jump rope video, he had this new way to jump rope system that he sort of prototyped.
We just kind of found each other online and started connecting and for a couple of years, two/three years, we just sort of bounced ideas off each other, he was a former Navy pilot, so he was doing his thing there, building Crossrope up slowly, as a side project. I was building my blog and YouTube channel as a side project for my engineering work.
Then we started really talking about this idea of what would it be like if we just came together and focused on one project? Because he also has an engineering background and so we really clicked in our approach to things and our systematic way of creating content and growth in general.
And so, in 2015 we started talking about it, and we floated this idea, why don't you just come and do marketing for Crossrope, you handle that, it was still really early on, maybe one or two employees handling EA type of stuff.
Obviously, it was a pivotal moment, I was doing really well, I was really enjoying what I was doing in the engineering field at the time, it was sort of my dream role in a sense. I made a couple of attempts in between me graduating and me joining Crossrope to leave engineering.
Actually, a whole other story, I had an offer from a PPC agency to join and I would have but then this new opportunity came and long story short 2015 came around, and it was sort of like this, "If I'm ever going to give this marketing thing which I'm doing on the side, evenings, weekends, all the time, a true attempt this is the best opportunity that I have and engineering will always be there for me if things go south".
I took the leap, had a really long transition period, it was probably eight weeks because I was leading a department at the engineering firm I was at.
Mid 2015, I think the title at the time was Director of Marketing at Crossrope when there were two of us. So that's how the transition happened and now looking back, obviously, it's one of the best decisions I ever made. It's been a blast. It's been about six years now since that transition.
It sounds kind of boot strappy how you taught yourself marketing. Has that given you a certain philosophy or approach in how you approach marketing, how you approach the CMO role? Do you still have that self-taught mindset, when you're going about how you do your role?
For sure, everything, like we mentioned earlier, e-commerce and online marketing, the whole landscape as an ecosystem is changing and evolving so quickly that there's no textbook that can prepare you for being successful in this field. I find the people who are curious and who are able to learn very quickly and adapt very quickly are the ones who typically do well within this field, which are sort of the things you learn from engineering.
Even just schooling is a very intense five-year program, you absorb an insane amount of information in a very short period of time. And you're sort of forced to learn it, and obviously, it has a high drop-off rate because it's so demanding.
I feel like five years of that really conditioned you to learn and absorb. I feel like my curiosity, always learning, always reading, always listening to podcasts, always is trying to understand where the industry is going, where it is, pulling inspiration and ideas and insights from other marketers, CMOs, and others in the e-commerce space.
I feel like the self-taught approach is almost like the only approach to being successful here, because it just changes too quickly, for there to be any sort of formal education that will prepare you for the ups and downs of this field, from my experience anyway. I do a lot of recruiting and I'll say I don't look at education very much, I looked at it but I don't put a lot of emphasis on it.
I'm more interested in the people who are working on side projects, building out their own blogs and podcasts, and just tinkering because that's how you learn in this space. You learn from doing, you learn from trying and testing and experimenting, regardless of the outcome.
I had one candidate, I remember I was super impressed because she had a poetry blog, nothing to do with what she was going to be doing within her role but it showed me here's somebody who's willing to put themselves out there, learn how to create a blog, which in today's day and age is super easy, but still, it takes initiative.
She's out there publishing stuff, she's putting herself out there, and I know because I've been there, what it takes to start something like that and learn and watch YouTube videos, read books just figure something out. I find in marketing, that's what you're doing all the time.
We're always facing problems, challenges. And so how do we deal with Iowa's changes in privacy, things going on right now. We're all facing the same challenges, I find those who have conditioned themselves to really learn and iterate that quickly are the ones who flourish.
Approaching marketing with an engineer mindset
You mentioned tinkering and problem solving and, apologies if this is coming from a position of ignorance, but that sounds like a lot like what engineers do. That sounds like a lot of what they do, they tinker with minor little issues, they find ways to approach problems in a creative way.
When you're going about that process when it comes to marketing, do you find you're doing that from an engineering process, approaching that with the mindset of an engineer, when you're tinkering, when you're solving problems, or is more of just a universal marketing thing?
No, there are definitely some elements of that, I mean, even thinking back to my last role as an engineer, I was designing sheet metal wall panels for commercial buildings. So, we had these massive, multi-million dollar sheet metal bending and cutting stations, and you basically designed something on paper, you build it out in a 3D format, and then you need to figure out how to build it in real life using these machines.
It wasn't like, "Oh, this is how you build it, let's just go put this code into the machine", it was literally 1000s of attempts with the smallest iterations to make sure you got the perfect bend angle down.
Because what you're building is a process for the machine to follow to be able to pop 1000s of these panels out every single day without any changes in the specifications that are required.
So, it's the same approach I find when we're trying to build a landing page, or designing a campaign, or trying to optimize pop-up for conversions, or if we're looking at a paid advertising campaign or test or whatever. You're not going to put something out there that's just going to work.
Sometimes but most of the time, you're going to have to go back in, assess what worked, assess what didn't, iterate, tweak, and so it's a very iterative and continuous improvement type of approach, which we had to do a lot of as an engineer. So there's definitely those parallels you mentioned earlier, some of those skills and habits that you pick up, it's a tedious process at times.
I feel like we've been able to build in some of these frameworks and philosophies into the way we do marketing at Crossrope because myself and our CEO, both come from these very systematic mindsets and approaches to solving problems. So yeah, definitely, there are parts of engineering that have made their way into how we do marketing, for sure. But it's a part of marketing, I think.
One downside I could say, from coming from an engineering field is that you're very heavily reliant on this iterative and continuous improvement process, that it's very difficult to sometimes pull yourself out of that, and what's the next big thing? Get away from the continuous improvement mindset, let's think what's the next creative idea?
This is where it's super important to surround yourself with people who are not necessarily systematic thinkers or operate with checklists and processes and whatnot. They're the, what we call I guess, the creatives, they just think differently, approach things differently, we obviously have completely opposite approaches to even life.
I live my life by spreadsheets and systems, and I feel completely discombobulated when I'm out of my routine. But I know others are very different from that and their creativity comes from not being in a routine, or from approaching work and life very differently.
So, I've found over the years those individuals are also very important to have a nice, rounded marketing team so you can have that system where you're continuously iterating and improving on all these touchpoints, all these things so your conversion rate's going up just a little bit on all these touchpoints and your landing pages are getting just a little bit better, ads are improving.
And then you've got these big thinkers and creatives that can like, "Hey, check out this bomb new idea, nothing to do with anything we're doing right now". You figure out how those two blend together into a healthy mix.
That ties into something when you talked about recruitment. You mentioned having these creatives in the space, is that you filling in your own skill gaps? Is that what you're doing when it comes to recruitment, you're finding people that can slot into what's missing in what you're able to do with your processes?
You said you have a very process-driven mindset, do you intentionally bring in creatives to fill in a gap outside the process mindset?
Yeah, 100%. I can't say from my early days of recruiting that I was actively thinking about it from that approach. I think from a recruiting standpoint, we're always biased to hire people similar to ourselves, right? What we've learned over the years, is, especially through examples, internally we've built a fairly diverse team but I'd say the best examples are with some of the agency partners that we've started working with over the past few years.
Where even in discussions with them, they've seen some of these big, creative ideas, I'm sure they operate with processes internally, but they're not as close to everything as you are and so they're looking at it from a completely different perspective.
So, I'd say definitely it's something I've become more mindful of, in the latter half of my years at Crossrope in the recruiting space, just even looking at personality types and stuff like that to really assess like, yes, we want people to match and blend well and work well together. And there are certain personality traits that you want to have a common thread through.
But there are some traits with these things where it's important to think about for sure, otherwise, as I said, you're just gonna get stuck in this continuous iteration loop and never have that next idea that's gonna elevate the business or have some sort of a needle-moving effect.
For us, working with specific agencies, especially on the creative front really allowed us to push our boundaries. When you're so close, you think you just know what's going to work.
But I think when you work with partners or hire people internally that just think differently, you can accelerate that and you can get some perspectives that you don't even know you're missing out on. So something I'm still experiencing and trying to improve on myself through the recruiting process and how we're structuring it.
The value of "outsider" perspectives on marketing
That outsider point of view, you mentioned being too close to something can put blinders on, could apply to marketing as a whole. For marketers, particularly people who have learned marketing at college, they've gone through a marketing internship, they've climbed the ladder that incremental way, there are these certain processes and approaches to marketing that they get taught along the way that might be inefficient, but they're just too close to.
Did you recognize anything when you moved into the marketing space, coming from a completely different background? Were there any processes or frameworks that we as marketers are doing that are just inefficient or wrong that can be replaced by a more engineering approach, so to speak?
Yeah, it's hard for me to say because obviously, I have a lot of connections and friends and I kind of have a sense of how some operate but coming into this field back in 2015/2016, I had no reference points for what was normal or traditional, in the sense of, how other marketers or marketing teams are operating.
So we just figured it out ourselves through books and whatnot. I'd say if I had to pick one I find through conversation a lot of marketers operate by gut feel in terms of how they make decisions, even big ones. For us, one of the most effective things we did was, for example, we're very big on the EOS system and the tools that they have.
And we're very disciplined around how we follow and use that system. We built our own modifications and variations of dashboards and whatnot, but if we're making bets, we try to make sure those are based on as much data and insights and outside reference points as possible. Whereas I find people make decisions, sometimes good ones and sometimes bad ones based on gut and minimal input, in a sense.
I have a lot of people that I connect with that have very robust frameworks for how they make decisions and whatnot, but from my experience, even some big companies, when you ask, "Why did you do that?", they'll say "Oh just that gut feel". Whereas on our end, and maybe we shoot ourselves in the foot but at least I feel it's a protection mechanism for the most part.
A very robust framework for the tools we have in place to be able to make better, faster decisions. Obviously, data is sort of the hot topic over the past couple of years, and it's really easy to get sucked in by the noise. So I understand where and why, or why marketers are coming from that point, it's really challenging to pinpoint the signals from all the noise.
You really have to know what you're looking for, and what you're looking at, to be able to make decisions based on data. Anyway, I don't know if that perfectly answers the question, but we feel like our approach has been helpful in the decisions we've made to get us to where we are today. And I don't know if all marketers are reliant on data as much.
Obviously, there are different parts of the business I'm sure we can lean on and rely on data even more so or insights. But yeah, that would be what I'd say it's sort of like the one thing we approached a little bit differently than what I saw from some of my conversations.
You absolutely can't rely on gut feel when it comes to engineering, can you? You can't say "this is where a screw needs to go" based on gut feel because you put a screw in the wrong place and a bridge can fall down.
You have to know exactly where it's going based on data, based on scientific approach. Which is where marketing has been heading too. Gone are the days of Don Draper, Mad Men sitting around smoking reefer and drinking whisky and trying to come up with this cool, fancy idea. You need to have that data-driven approach now.
It's funny you mentioned those because I feel like those will more and more make a comeback in a way, not obviously to the full extent but as data becomes more and more ubiquitous but less and less reliable I think, as marketers, we'll be forced to get back to the creative, brand building, gut feel type of place.
Where it's all about having the relevant experience and inputs to have a high enough level of confidence that something will work. Even with data, there's no decision we make that we're 100% certain this is how it's gonna play out.
I think when you're thinking in bets, you want to have as many inputs that are going to increase your confidence level on things. Sometimes it might mean going with something that you only have a 50% confidence level because the upside is just much larger than the downside.
But if there's a campaign that I'm going to spend $100,000 on, but based on inputs I'm getting I feel like the upside is in millions, even if I have a 50% confidence level I might still go for it. I think that type of thinking just takes practice and it's never perfect, and you have to feel comfortable, and you have to be able to assess risk a little bit more effectively.
But I feel like we're all going to have to move further and further down that stream where even paid social right now, most brands or all brands are really operating on a pressing the "I believe button" that the campaigns are actually materializing some returns because the data points that we used to have, aren't there anymore.
That part is very different than some of the engineering things that we worked on, like you said that you can't necessarily operate on gut feel.
But you do learn how to sift through data, through literature, and collect the information you need whether to design something properly or something of that nature. It's all interesting how it blends and differs and where everything is going, I guess, with marketing in general.
So it is a philosophy you're trying to impart to your team, this data-driven approach, this engineering methodology of sifting through data, are you training your team to do that, or are you looking for people who have that ability already?
There's definitely training involved. The training is more coming around the mindset we can spend all week looking at data, there's enough of it there for us to sift through all day long. The challenge is how to do that quickly, efficiently, in order to pull the right insights to make the right next decisions, or next actions.
So it's more around that mindset, knowing what to look for, where to look for it, and how to make decisions based on it, even if you don't have all the data that you need to make a decision. That's really stuff we try to emphasize when we have our meetings, and we're going through data, I ask a lot of whys. Why did this happen? Because this happened. Why did that happen?
And you keep going down this funnel of whys until hopefully, you come away with a good insight or resolution or whatever it might be. Obviously, when I'm recruiting, it's nice when there's depending on role, some experience and data analysis side because every marketer, and I said depending on the role but it just feels like every marketer, in a way has to rely on data in some form or fashion.
So, the more effective you are, and this is where for me, coming into the marketing world in 2015, I feel like I already had because I was so deep into Google Analytics while building my blog, and YouTube. I was all about SEO and learning that channel that I was in Google Analytics all time and still am to a degree.
I feel like that's where the curiosity comes from, I want to know, why did this happen? Let me see if I can sift through some data to pull the insights. As frustrating as it can be sometimes to try to really find the culprit for some things I think it's a helpful, useful skill for marketers to have.
Sometimes you've just got to take that gut feeling to realize what the culprit is, you can ask why so many times, and eventually someone's gonna get to the point "I don't actually know".
Sometimes you've just got to make some educated guess on what the reasoning was behind why a certain campaign didn't work, why a certain piece of copy isn't getting the click-throughs that you were hoping to get. Sometimes you do have to just take that educated guess.
100%.
So are you looking for people who can make those educated guesses? Or are you trying to train people to make those educated guesses, when it comes to recruitment?
At least from my experience on the training side, I find that's a difficult thing to assess properly in the recruiting process. It's more so training I'd say in our way of doing it. It's definitely more on the training for us.
I haven't had much success, outside of some basic questions and working through some past examples and stuff like that, where you get a little bit of a taste of how they would approach the data side of things, or how they use data to make certain decisions and insights.
So you can kind of do it through that sort of question, but you're not going to really get a proper taste of it until you're in it with them and you're seeing how they operate. There's definitely a lot of training involved on that front but I think it's one of those things that just require repetitions, the more you do it, the better you get at it.
It depends on the person, the amount of training it requires, because a lot of CMOs and a lot of companies are moving away from the idea of having a strict, one size fits all, in terms of learning and development and progression. They're moving more to a bespoke way of doing it, talking directly to employees, to new recruits, and trying to work out what they're trying to get from the role. What are they trying to develop in terms of skills? What are they trying to achieve within that role?
How important is it that a person has that ultimate mindset of problem-solving, of going through data to find the problem as their ultimate goal when it comes to being a marketer? Should that be the end goal for all marketers? Or is that just a particular type of people within the marketing space?
I don't want to say that sifting through data, pulling the right insights is the end goal, we have an objective that we're looking to achieve. I think my goal would be for everyone on the team to be effective, to be autonomous in the way that they figure out how to achieve that objective.
Whether it's sifting through data to find insights from historical campaigns we've done, or to assess what is happening in the ecosystem right now to lean on. It's really about building a team of problem solvers. One of our core values is around problem-solving just because it's what we do every single day. Data is only a component of that, sometimes a larger component, and sometimes plays a lesser part.
For me, when we go through onboarding, go through how we collect data, why we collect data, what we use data for, it's definitely something that requires a periodic pause, why are we doing this? Why are we spending that? Is it helping us achieve or is it helping me achieve the objective? And if it's not, then you're not following that simplest, most effective path to achieving the objective.
So definitely, as the team has grown, as the organization has grown, and more opportunities and more channels and more problems, more challenges, every individual just has to be really effective at knowing what they're optimizing for, knowing the objective that they're looking to achieve, and taking really the simplest and most effective path that they can. I think often, what I see is we make the mistake of thinking that the hardest path is always the right path. Often it's not.
So part of conversations we have internally is what would this look like if it was simple? If you had to do this from scratch, as you came into this role, and this is how we've been doing it when you came in, would you do it the exact same way? Or would you take a different approach? Exercises like that try to put people in a position where they're forced to think about the end goal and not process.
And so however that ties into the data component, I mean, data is sometimes a key part if we're going to map out a campaign, it's useful to be able to look back at the data from a similar campaign we've run and make sure we're using and leaning on the things that worked really well and cutting out the stuff that didn't.
That would be my take on the whole training and onboarding development part. It's like how do you teach individuals to solve problems, focus on the end objective, know what to look for, who to ask, etc. My role is really just providing the support, resources, and guidance they need to move more quickly to their desired objective.
I feel like I've, over the years, developed the experience and this historical data set in my own head of "Oh, I remember we did this, this way, or we did that, that way", or "Oh, we used this tool, this might be effective if you want to try it". So I'm really trying to resolve roadblocks for individuals.
I feel like I went off tangent there a little bit. But hopefully, that gives you a sense of at least what I've been looking for, from people that I work with. To just really be autonomous problem solvers that know how to identify and achieve the objective in the simplest and most effective way.
Testing your tools and resources
Some of the ways you were talking about that process is similar to that engineering mindset, the idea of questioning why you're using certain tools, trying to find the simplest method to do something, trying to be efficient in the way you do things. That sounds like something that's an engineer's job when you get right down to it.
Do you think that is something that's been instilled in you by your engineering background? That idea of taking ownership of the resources that you're using to reach a goal, taking ownership of the tools you're using, the materials you're using, that sounds like an engineering mindset to me.
Yeah, even just going back to that example of creating these wall panels, at the end of the day, the objective is to create a really cool-looking wall panel that's easy to assemble. That's the objective, what's the simplest, most effective way for me to achieve that? Who do I need to speak to? Obviously, okay, let me talk to the installers.
Let me say "What are some pain points for you, when you're installing, so I make sure I'm thinking through that when I'm designing how they're stacking together". Obviously, someone's gonna be operating a machine, how do I minimize the steps that they need to take in order to have to knock out whatever volume of these is necessary.
And then obviously, whatever is involved in the actual manufacturing of the panel itself, the machine has got to follow the steps that you give it to follow. So I have to really think through, what's the simplest way to get this profile of the edge of the panel that you need? I could take five steps, 15 steps, whatever it might be. Pros and cons.
You're really taking in all these different data points, inputs, reference points, whatever you want to call it, to try to achieve this end objective of having a cool, easy to assemble panel. So yeah, I'm referencing a lot of different data points but a lot of also inputs from other individuals.
Definitely, that sort of style of working has translated into marketing, talking to people, collaborating, pulling the right insights. But always keeping that end objective in mind. It's really easy these days to complicate things.
I find that's a really big roadblock because we're all trying to make everything so complicated and flashy, and sometimes it's fine but I just find it just bogs down departments and individuals. I feel like we can just revisit that question of "If I was to do this from scratch, how would I do this?"
I think Tim Ferriss had this good question around, "If you had only two hours a day to do your job, what would you do?"
It really forces you to think, I just lost six hours a day, my objective doesn't change, how am I going to achieve that? It really forces you to think about the path that you need to take. Suddenly you start finding all sorts of fluff that you can strip away just to get to that core object.
That's obviously an extreme example but it's the same mindset to really streamline and that just takes practice and knowing, and I find keeping that end objective in mind is always going to serve you well.
You can have all these flashy bells and whistles on your campaign but if you're not hitting your end objectives then you need to get rid of those bells and whistles because they're clearly not working.
That's right. Yeah. It's been definitely a journey for me, coming from engineering to marketing. I still feel like and I say this all the time to new recruits when they ask me, "what's it like at Crossrope?" Honestly, it still feels like day one to me, where I'm still figuring out things as I go, there are always new problems, new challenges.
Nothing's changed. That's what's kept it exciting, what's kept it really interesting. And it's only going to continue getting more and more complex. It's what I guess makes it a little fun for us engineers, who are always looking for that next problem to solve.
Making your own experience
Always looking for the next problem to solve. Definitely. On a final note, what are some good resources where people can learn these processes, these direct approaches that you've discussed?
Are there any particular good engineering resources that CMOs should be listening to? Or is it just finding the right podcasts, the right blogs, the right people to follow online?
I don't have any specific engineering resources. For me, the most effective ways or resource have just been like you said books and podcasts have served me very well. We're talking really smart, really experienced people spilling all their knowledge in text and audio right there for you to absorb.
I spend a lot of time listening and reading and not everything is always something I'm gonna act on immediately but it stays with me, similar to how some of the engineering stuff has. It stays with me and when I'm ready, and I need to deploy something, I can think "Oh I remember that book has the exact things or answers to these questions", or "This podcast gives me new insights and things to explore and dig into".
So definitely that front and I'd say, what I mentioned earlier, the best way and this is something that when I speak sometimes or people ask me around career advice, "I just got out of school, I can't get an interview because I don't have the experience".
I say "Make your own experience, go build something or do something, it doesn't have to be this complicated side project but go launch a podcast, go write a blog, go do something with no code, build something, have something show, talk about it, put yourself out there."
Through the process, you'll learn a tremendous amount and it's going to serve you very well, at least from my perspective, if you're looking for that next level in your marketing career. Those are the things that separate you because they show the right characteristics and traits that I find are just necessary if you want to be successful in any marketing role.
'Make your own experience' applies whether you're entry-level or if you're the CMO of the biggest company in the world, you've always got to be able to make your own experience.
I'm still tinkering, I still do have my own little side projects just to continue working on my writing, writing is sort of like this forced function that requires you to learn something before you can effectively write about it.
Even though I have a million things to do with Crossrope, I try to carve out some time a little bit every week just to work on these little things, I learn something new.
You're right, it doesn't matter what level you're at, it's one of those things you can do that can really make a big difference because you can learn the skills and make the necessary connections that are gonna take you, your business, whatever it might be to that next level.
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Take learning outdoors this summer with your child's favorite messy items! Bubbles, paint and shaving cream can provide multi-sensory experiences that are fun and engaging. Below are four activities to try together this month.
1. Water Balloon Paint
Mix ¾ water and ¼ washable paint in a squeeze bottle. Fill water balloons with the paint mixture. Place an old white bed sheet on your lawn or driveway. Encourage your child to pop the balloons by jumping up and down on them. He'll love seeing the paint splatter.
2. Shaving Cream Slip-n-Slide
Secure a large tarp on a soft area of grass in your yard. Provide your child with shaving cream and buckets of water and ask him to cover the tarp. If you have multiple children, encourage them to practice taking turns.
3. Spray Bottle Art
Fasten a piece of paper to an easel, tree trunk, or other vertical surface outside. Fill spray bottles with watercolor paint and water. Encourage your child to spray fast, slow, left, and right. He'll practice fine motor skills while also developing his creativity.
4. Outdoor Bubble Bath
Fill a kiddie pool with water, bubble bath solution, small cups, funnels, and bath toys. Encourage your child to hop in the pool and explore. Conduct a sink vs. float experiment, practice scooping and dumping, or count all the items in the water | eng | 88aed59f-0a53-4049-9f6f-62115cf1e4bb | https://www.evergreenacademy.com/2020/06/04/1500-june-2020-news/ |
Your roof is an incredibly important part of your home's structure. Your roof takes the brunt of rain, storms, sun, and any debris that may blow onto it. Your roof shelters you, your belongings and your home from the elements. Trees, moisture and weather can cause costly problems for your roof, so it's always best to prevent any issues before they start.
Here are a few roof maintenance tips you can use to keep your roof in excellent condition.
Maintain Your Roof
Roofs are designed to last. Depending on the type of shingles used and environmental conditions, your roof may last 20-30 years. In order to prolong your roof's lifespan and get the most out of it, you should have a qualified roofing specialist inspect your roof at least once or twice a year. Catching a roofing issue early could save you money and further damage!
Replace Damaged Shingles
Inspect Your Flashing
Clean Your Roof
Trim Tall Trees
Inspect After A Storm
Inspect for Rust
Inspect For Rust
Depending on the style of roof you have, your roof may be at risk of rusting. Metal roofs, of course, can be the most susceptible to rust. It's important to replace any rusty screws first. Then, you can scrub the rust off using a wire brush. This may take a little elbow grease, but it will help you stop a bigger problem before it starts.
Replace Damaged Shingles
Damaged shingles could lead to a leak inside your home. That's why it's very important to get shingles repaired or replace them when there are signs of wear, tear and damage.
Inspect Your Flashing
Roof flashing is the element that helps to seal off cracks and bends in the roof, so water can't get inside. A common place where this is found is chimney flashing. When you're inspecting your roof, you'll also want to check on your flashing. Make sure no new gaps have formed or the metal is not rusting. If you notice any cracks or imperfections in your flashing, you'll want to get it repaired as soon as possible to prevent any potential leaks.
Clean Your Roof
Like any other area in the home, your roof needs cleaning too. Moss, algae and debris can not only make your roof look unsightly but also impact the quality of your roof. Neglecting this task at the most extreme can cause rot. For safety, it's best to not make your roof cleaning a DIY project and contact a roofer who can help.
Trim Tall Trees
When you're off of your roof, take a look at the trees that are around your home. Tall trees with large branches pose a problem if there's a windy day or a large storm. To be safe, you'll want to trim any large branches that are near your roof. If an accident occurs, it can not only cause damage to your roof, but the structure of your home as well.
After A Storm
Hail, heavy wind and even large amounts of rain can cause damage to your roof. If you've recently experienced a large storm in your area, you should visually inspect your roof to see if any damage has occurred.. Starting from the ground, see if your gutters or windowsills are bent or out of shape. This can indicate that there is likely damage to your roof as well. This will indicate if you need to further inspect your roof. As you look at shingles, especially for asphalt, you may be able to see individual damage on the shingle. Most home insurance companies will cover storm damage. Take photos and discuss your options with your insurance company.
When To Contact A Roofer
There are many DIY projects that homeowners can perform without issue, unfortunately, roofing repairs are typically not one of them. While performing a visual inspection of your roof, if you think you might need a repair it is best to contact a roofing pro. Interior leaks and bubbles in the wall could also indicate that you may have a roofing problem | eng | d94e1bad-558e-42ef-b918-cfa5bc51301a | https://www.rciroofingcr.com/roofing-maintenance-tips |
Exit codes are a number between 0 and 255, which is returned by any Unix command when it returns control to its parent process. Other numbers can be used, but these are treated modulo 256, so exit -10 is equivalent to exit 246 , and exit 257 is equivalent to exit 1 .
How can you display the exit status of a script?
To display the exit code for the last command you ran on the command line, use the following command: $ echo $? The displayed response contains no pomp or circumstance. It's simply a number.
What is exit 3 in shell script?
You can use value of exit status in the shell script to display an error message or run commands….List of common exit codes for GNU/Linux.
Exit Code
Description
0
Success
1
Operation not permitted
2
No such file or directory
3
No such process
How do I fix exit code 127?
The 127 error code indicates "command not found". This occurs when any given command within your Bash script or on Bash command line is not found in any of the paths defined by PATH system environment variable. The solution is to make sure that the command your are using can be found within your $PATH.
How do I set an exit code in bash?
To set an exit code in a script use exit 0 where 0 is the number you want to return. In the following example a shell script exits with a 1 . This file is saved as exit.sh . Executing this script shows that the exit code is correctly set.
How do you check exit status in bash?
Checking Bash Exit Code Launch a terminal, and run any command. Check the value of the shell variable "$?" for the exit code. $ echo $? As the "date" command ran successfully, the exit code is 0.
What is exit 1 and exit 2 in shell script?
"Normally the exit status is 0 if a line is selected, 1 if no lines were selected, and 2 if an error occurred. However, if the -q or –quiet or –silent is used and a line" You can check if a command is successful or not by using the following syntax. grep -q "Error" test.log.
What is exit code 127 in Autosys?
The exit 127 normally refers to command not found. If the command is available then agent install had issues, check nohup. stdout and nohup.
How do I get the last exit code?
To check the exit code we can simply print the $? special variable in bash. This variable will print the exit code of the last run command.
What is the meaning of exit status 126?
If a command is found but is not executable, the return status is 126. If a command fails because of an error during expansion or redirection, the exit status is greater than zero.
What does 255 exit code mean?
Depending on our shell, exit code 255 might mean that the returned exit code is outside of the 0-255 range.
How do I set an exit code?
What is exit code 1 in bash?
Exit Code 1 indicates that a container shut down, either because of an application failure or because the image pointed to an invalid file. In a Unix/Linux operating system, when an application terminates with Exit Code 1, the operating system ends the process using Signal 7, known as SIGHUP.
What does error code 126 mean?
Windows error code 126 occurs if there is any problem caused in loading of dynamic link library(DLL) files.
What is script returned exit code 1?
What does exit code 255 mean?
Contents: While trying to use SSH, you may get a response indicating permission is denied. Or if you get an error with a code of 255, it means there's a problem with your SSH connection. The command failed with the exit code: 255.
How do I permanently enable Clipsvc?
Fix 2 – Enable CLIPSVC service
At first, right-click on the Windows icon and then click on "Run".
Write "services.
When the Services window appears, scroll down to find the "Client License Service (ClipSVC)" service.
After that, double-click on the service to run it.
To start the service, click on "Start".
How do I fix exit code 1 in Linux?
In a Unix/Linux operating system, when an application terminates with Exit Code 1, the operating system ends the process using Signal 7, known as SIGHUP. If you see containers terminated with Exit Code 1, you'll need to investigate the container and its applications more closely to see what caused the failure.
What is the exit code for shell script 127?
Shell builtin commands return a status of 0 (true) if successful, and non-zero (false) if an error occurs while they execute. All builtins return an exit status of 2 to indicate incorrect usage.
What does a non-zero exit status mean in Bash?
A non-zero exit status indicates failure. When a command terminates on a fatal signal N, bash uses the value of 128+N as the exit status. If a command is not found, the child process created to execute it returns a status of 127.
What does Bash error 127 mean?
What is Bash error 127? Privileged access to your Linux system as root or via the sudo command. The 127 error code indicates "command not found". This occurs when any given command within your Bash script or on Bash command line is not found in any of the paths defined by PATH system environment variable. | eng | 761ecf86-71f0-47d1-a4e4-d006a074b59e | https://bigsurspiritgarden.com/2022/11/02/did-not-complete-successfully-exit-code-127/ |
US CITIZENSHIP
Requirements for U.S. Citizenship
It is important to understand the following requirements you need to satisfy.
You must:
Be of the minimum age. The minimum age to apply for Naturalization is 18.
Have a green card. You need to be a green card holder in order to apply to be a U.S. citizen. Typically, USCIS requires applicants to have held a green card for 3 or 5 years.
Live in the United States. You must demonstrate continuous residence and physical presence in the United States. Trips outside of the U.S. for longer than six months can impact your eligibility.
Have good moral character. You must demonstrate that you have exhibited good moral character for the past 3 or 5 years prior to filing your application depending on the applicant's eligibility category. Acts outside of the good moral character period can also be considered. It is important to speak to an attorney prior to filing your application.
Pass the naturalization test. You must be able to complete an English language test that evaluates your writing, reading, and speaking skills. The naturalization test also includes a portion that evaluates your knowledge of U.S. history and government. An immigration attorney can help determine if you qualify for an exception to the testing requirement.
Swear allegiance to the United States. You will attend a public swearing-in ceremony that affirms your commitment to the Constitution, the responsibilities of a U.S. citizen, and an oath of allegiance.
How Long Does It Take to Become a U.S. Citizen After Filing the N-400?
When you apply for U.S. Citizenship, you will file form N-400, the Application for Naturalization. If completed correctly and backed with sufficient evidence, your N-400 could be approved within 12 to 18 months. It depends on the processing times at your local USCIS field office.
How Do I Prepare for the Naturalization Exam?
U.S. citizenship applicants are worried about the naturalization exam. The exam is a two-part evaluation that tests applicants' English language abilities and their knowledge of U.S. government and history.
For the English test, you will be examined on your ability to speak and understand, write, and read English. The civics portion of the test is oral, where a USCIS officer will ask you questions from a pool of potential questions which will be provided to you in advance.
English Language Exemptions
You are exempt from the English language requirement, but are still required to take the civics test if you are:
Age 50 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident (Green Card holder) in the United States for 20 years (commonly referred to as the "50/20" exception).
OR
Age 55 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident in the United States for 15 years (commonly referred to as the "55/15" exception).
Note:
Even if you qualify for the "50/20" or "55/15" English language exceptions listed above, you must still take the civics test.
You will be permitted to take the civics test in your native language.
If you take the test in your native language, you must bring an interpreter with you to your interview.
Your interpreter must be fluent in both English and your native language.
If you are age 65 or older and have been a permanent resident for at least 20 years at the time of filing for naturalization, you will be given special consideration regarding the civics requirement.
Other Things You Remember
If you're interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, it is also important to consider the actual application process. We will explain the steps expected in your particular case such as crime records.
Here is an overview of the whole process for citizenship.
Application for Naturalization: The first step in applying for U.S. citizenship is to file an Application for Naturalization, Form N-400, and pay the filing fees. You may be exempt from filing fees or may be able to file earlier than your three- or five-year wait period. Please speak with us for more information.
Biometrics Appointment: After your application is received by USCIS, you will be scheduled for fingerprints to be taken and provide other information at your local USCIS application support center.
Citizenship Interview and Exam: Your local USCIS field office will conduct an interview. During this interview, the USCIS officer will verify the information on your application and give you the two-part naturalization exam described above.
Oath of Allegiance: If your application is approved, you will become a U.S. citizen after taking your oath of allegiance.
Working with an attorney to help you through the process of applying for citizenship is invaluable. We will ensure that you are eligible to apply for citizenship, advise you of any risks you might not know, and ensure the proper documents should be submitted to USCIS. | eng | cd52f30b-c3e6-4f66-a737-f832da9c6714 | https://www.lawofficeofsunahlee.com/citizenship |
The song illustrates inseparable lovers who cannot do without each other despite challenges that come in relationships. "Nikikucheki tunafanana" to mean the two are alike, more of a reflection of each other. | eng | 5785a05a-e6e5-4a1f-9dcc-4bd63f9de809 | https://www.nyimbompya.com/audio-jovial-ft-arrow-bwoy-kioo-mp3-download-citimuzik/ |
Accomplished by a team at the Huazhong University of Science and Technology and posted 30 minutes ago.
Why this is evidence:
The LK-99 flake slightly levitates for both orientations of the magnetic field, meaning it is not simply a magnetized piece of iron or similar 'magnetic material'. A simple magnetic flake would be attracted to one polarity of the strong magnet, and repelled by the other. A diamagnet would be repelled under either orientation, since it resists and expels all fields regardless of the polarity.
Caveats
There is no way to verify the orientation of the strong magnet in this video, also, there are yet to be published experimental measured values of this sample. Diamagnetism is a property of superconductors but without measured and verified data, this is just suggestive of a result. (emphasis honey's)
Take-away
If this synthesis was indeed successful, then this material is easy enough to be made by labs other than the original research team. I would watch carefully for results out of Argonne National Lab, who are reported to be working on their own synthesis of a sample.
This overall corroborates two independent simulation studies that investigated the original Korean authors claim about material and crystal structure, and both studies supported the claims.
Anyway, my takeaway is this is another bit of evidence that points to this being more than just a fluke or a bad experiment. It has been replicated. Can they do it again? Can they get around the limitations of their current methodologies?
None of this is peer reviewed yet, to my knowledge so caveat emptor. However, it's extremely interesting.
I agree, if it pans out.
I am not expert in this field but I do try to follow the science.
I see where the doping process uses high conductivity metals, some precious.
(Ni, Cu, Zn, Ag, and Au)
Top five conductivity metals (according to Wiki):
Silver (Ag)
Copper (Cu)
Annealed copper
Gold (Au)
Aluminium
The costs of mass production may be driven by these doping agents.
This synthesis method is so simple that it can be reproduced in a high school laboratory. The most important thing is that the paper also verified that the superconducting resistance is zero and the Meissner effect. If the paper is true, it is really outrageous. Synthesis in three steps:
Step 1: Synthesis of Chaloste Pb2(SO4)O Mix lead oxide PbO and lead sulfate Pb(SO4) powders in a crucible at a ratio of 50% each, heat the mixed powder in a furnace at 725 degrees for 24 hours in the presence of air, and the mixture undergoes a chemical reaction. Generates chalkite.
Step 2: Synthesis of Cu3P Cu3P Copper Cu and phosphorus P powders were mixed in a crucible according to the ratio, and the mixed powder was sealed in a 20 cm per gram sealed tube with a vacuum degree of 10-3 torr. The sealed tube was heated in a furnace at 550°C for 48 hours to eventually produce cuprous phosphide crystals.
Step 3: To generate room temperature and pressure superconductor Pb(10-x)Cux(PO4)6O Grind chalcopyrite and cuprous phosphide crystals into powder and mix them in a crucible, then put them into a sealed tube with a vacuum of 10 torr. Heat the sealed tube in a furnace at 925°C for 5-20 hours, and finally generate a copper-doped lead apatite Pb(10-x)Cux(PO4)6O, which is a superconducting material at room temperature and pressure.
But they are saying they have not confirmed room-temperature superconductivity. This team has stated it's a very good diamagnetic material with a resistance of about 10~100 KΩ.
Still unconfirmed, but there are dozens of other labs trying to reproduce it. I just thought it was neat to see the lab steps to make it.
I don't have enough chemistry background to completely understand the steps, but if it works... the secret sauce seems to be the diamagnetic properties. Did some reading up and it seems that water has diametric properties causing it be repelled slightly went thinly placed on a very strong magnet. Frogs and other critters (with high water content, I suppose) have been levitated if magnets are strong enough. Weird stuff.
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Behavior Management
During your tenure as a teacher you will experience students from diverse backgrounds, different experiences, different schools and studying different curriculum. Their values may differ as well as their level of confidence, if you are a seasoned educator you would agree that there is nothing like a perfect classroom. Many students live through their school life without participating in the process to the fullest and not everything is in the teacher's control but the key ingredient in creating a perfect classroom is harmony, a sense of unity among the class so they can identify themselves as a single functioning unit and even if one student is struggling, their peers lend a hand to help them without their teacher asking.
There are many different ways for a teacher to manage the behavior of their class, it is not a constant effort but will take its share of your time after that it becomes a part of the class and school discipline.
So let us move forward and talk about everything that can change your classroom's behavior for good.
1: Give you class an identity
The concept of unity starts with a classroom identity, name or a description. Start the school year by deciding a name for the class, you don't have to follow the piper, the centuries old tradition of giving color names to your class instead you can use this opportunity to involve your students and they can come up with a name by discussing. You can organize a poll with suggestions form students and they all can decide a cool name for their class like Avengers, the ninja turtles, breakfast club, it depends on the grade they are in, let their imagination go wild, this simple activity will have a huge psychological effect as it will give students a sense of belonging and that they are part of a team, it has a long lasting effect and since they belong to the same identity the sense of individualism eventually rules itself out.
2: Build relationships
Building genuine relationships with students shows that you care about them and are invested in their well-being. At the start of the year, surveys and get-to-know-you activities are a great way to begin to build a relationship with students. As the school year continues, community circles can help maintain your community and create a space for open dialogue and familiarity. Once students realize you are invested in them as individuals you can build respect, which will make a difference when holding students accountable for their behavior.
Depending on your class needs you can also; do the following: like making —
-Positive phone calls home
-Getting to know older and/or younger siblings who go to your school
-Visit their families and homes
-Prepare Personalized notes
-Support students at extracurricular activities
-Eat lunch with them
3: Create Collaborative class rules
When teachers and students collaborate to make rules, a great classroom environment is cultivated. Create rules that address how students are expected to interact with each other, how students are expected to interact with the teacher, and how students are expected to interact with the physical space. When students are given the opportunity to contribute to the rules that will govern their class, they develop a sense of ownership for their classroom.
4: Set Routines
Set clear routines for everything you would like students to do in your classroom. Although it can be tedious, be explicit about everything. Do not assume that students know the expectations for your classroom and be sure to show them how you would like things to be done. Give students multiple opportunities to practice the classroom routines; provide ongoing support for routines and behaviors; reinforce expected behaviors and explain the consequences if the expectations are not met.
Teach your routines and expectations in a way that allows you to differentiate lack of not knowing versus defiance. Students often get in trouble because they genuinely did not know what they were expected to do. Once you are sure that students are aware of your expectations in all areas of your classroom, administering consequences becomes much easier because you know students are aware of all routines.
Some examples of class room routines include:
*Transitions between activities
*Asking for help
*What to do after work completion
*Lining up
*Sharpening pencils
*Turning in homework or completed work
*Using the restroom
5: Set Rewards
Rewards can be individual, group or class-based. In the same way students contributed to the class rules, allow them to contribute to the rewards. This will create buy-in and motivate students to work toward rewards they really want. Students are very creative, Choose a reward system that is easy to manage. Consider rewards that do not require additional preparation or a burdensome financial investment on your end.
6: Quiet, quick corrections
When a student is off task they are often seeking attention, so it is important for teachers to remove the stage when addressing them. Use a silent signal, or proximity, to address a behavior. If that still does not work, quietly and quickly bend down and whisper to the student what you would like them to do and the consequence they will receive if the expectation is not met, then move away. If the student still does not comply, administer an appropriate consequence. Avoid using shame and intimidation to correct a student. Quiet corrections allow you to remain in control of the situation and keeps the public stage out of the student interaction.
7: Public praise
While corrections should be quiet, praise should happen often and publicly. often use "Shout-outs" to call attention to a positive behavior that a student is doing or the way they are working. Praise focuses on the specific behavior the student is doing correctly. Praise students to other students, teachers, and administrators. Highlight positive behaviors enthusiastically, students love to be acknowledged for a job well done.
8: Be calm, firm, and consistent
When administering corrections be sure to stay calm. Giving a behavioral consequence should not be emotional, rather it should be a response to the clearly outlined rules and routines of your classroom. Avoid threats like, "If you don't…then I will…", but instead deliver consequences firmly, as they have been outlined to your class. Consistently give consequences to all students 100% of the time they are not meeting expectations. Students will quickly notice if you do not always give a consequence or if you give consequences to some students more than others.
9: Set high expectations
Set high behavioral and academic expectations for all your students. Have a clear vision of how you want your classroom to look behaviorally and how you want your students to perform academically, and then plan backwards from your vision. Be prepared to scaffold students behaviorally and academically, if needed. Students will work to meet your expectations, so keep them high. Creating an academically engaging, rigorous class is a great way to manage behaviors. If you make your class engaging students will be invested in the learning experience and less likely to be off task or misbehave.
10: Be an example
Model the behaviors you would like your students to display. Be open to the fact that you make mistakes and be humble enough to admit your mistakes to your students. Do not shy away from apologizing to students for assuming they have done something that they did not do. Remember that respect is reciprocal so be sure to show respect to students if you expect to be respected in return.
Now that we have addressed best practices for creating a better and full filling class room behavior, lets talk about the challenges educators struggle when it comes to behavior of their class room.
Types of Student Disciplinary Problems
Students act out in a variety of ways, impacting their own ability to learn as well as those around them. Some of the types of disciplinary problems that are most common are:
A: Disrespect: Students speak and act in a disrespectful way to adults and peers, there can be multiple reasons driving their actions but most of the times, with proper counseling and help they can be fixed.
B: Defiance: Students openly refuse to listen to adults or follow directions, which indicated a communication gap, young people automatically assume adults do not know their problems nor they can help them, building frustration leads to defiance.
C: Bullying: Students consistently intimidate others, often to make themselves feel better or to simply assert dominance, bullying is a seriously growing problem and needs to be addressed In any school setting in the very beginning of the year, schools are for equal opportunities and not for some students to take advantage of those who are not as physically capable.
Although it has nothing to do with your teaching style, resources that the school provides or which subject you teach as an educator, these issues become a burden for you if there are a few students with these problems in your class.
There are many addressed and unknown factors behind the behavioral choices that students make, I have tried to list some of the most common challenges that create a hindrance in the classroom and disturb the overall environment.
1: Impact of Home Life.
Student's misbehavior can often be rooted in a dysfunctional home life, one that isn't operating in healthy ways. Things like economic instability, parental disharmony, changes in family routine and relationships, and parental views on education and discipline, all impact a student's ability to make good choices.
When a student's family struggles with poverty, he or she is affected in many ways. The stress that results from lack of money, inconsistent employment, and overall financial instability, can cause students to feel overwhelmed at school. Unstable times are confusing for students and often result in behavioral issues. Finally, some families have a negative view concerning education and share their thoughts openly with students. These students then bring preconceived ideas to school that interfere with their ability to succeed.
2: Peer Issues
Students often make poor choices in response to the actions of their peers. Students often want to fit in and succumb to peer-pressure, following the actions of others, even if they don't believe in the action or know it is wrong. Some well-behaved and successful students may suddenly pick up disrespectful actions to be better liked and accepted by other students.
3: Depression.
Sometimes students may cause problems inside class because they feel worried and even depressed. One reason could be because of the strict rules imposed by the teachers .Some times the speed of the teacher in giving out material to his students feel that they don't understand any thing which leads to depression.
4: Violence.
When students feel depressed, violent behaviors are expected. This is a natural reaction to express their anger and disapproval of what's going on. For instance, certain critical remarks from their colleagues, or being insulted by their classmates could cause students to be involved in violence.
5: Attracting the Attention.
Some students, especially the adolescents, tend to attract the attention of both the teacher and their classmates . So, it is expected that they will try to attract the attention by getting good grades, or by demonstrating good character, or exhibiting different skills. However, some students fail in attracting the attention using the previous ways mentioned; instead they tend to make disputes inside the class as a way of attracting the attention. The teacher is advised to deal wisely with this group of students because they are not really bad; they can be redirected towards a favorable activity that could attract the attention of other students to them instead of this negative behavior | eng | b2976d25-46f2-4cf6-aef1-14d66da32ce2 | https://blog.teacherclassroomresources.com/behavior-management |
Rules I follow to keep my daily running streak active.
1. Take stride mechanics seriously. 1a. Athletic posture, and hip to glutes focus. 1b. Feet are your foundation. 1c. Always find new ways to run injury free. 2. After hard days, make sure you have moderate, and easy effort days. 3. Obtain appropriate sleep, and rest so your body can properly recover. 4. Take advantage of the minimum mile run. I'm not a fan of changing the minimum to a higher number. If your sick or have an injury you can run through, run an easy mile (no watch). 5. Utilize sustainable, and healthy food choices. 5a. Consistent hydration. 6. Make it easy to get out of the door daily. 7. Iterate.
Note: Running daily is obviously an unusual goal. It's definitely not for everyone. My reason for starting a consecutive daily running streak was to have a positive physical outlet, and I enjoyed running as a child. Any type of movement streak can be fun! Be creative and design a routine that serves you. I hope this post is helpful. | eng | 7af23c35-8835-4449-9744-c1942d77606a | http://www.kevinbrunson.com/2021/11/rules-i-follow-to-keep-my-daily-running.html |
Samara Joy
A few years after winning a prestigious jazz vocal competition while still a college student, 23-year-old Samara Joy is now a multiple Grammy nominee for her album Linger Awhile.
Meredith Truax/Courtesy of the artist
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Lower Gwynedd Elementary Tuesday After School Art Class
$188.00Parent/Guardian
Student
Authorized PickupsDuring the drawing portion of the class, students will be encouraged to experiment with different mediums like pencils, charcoal, and markers as they draw various animal forms. They will learn about concepts like proportion, shading, and texture, and be given tips and tricks on how to make their drawings come to life.
In the painting portion of the class, students will have the chance to create colorful, vibrant compositions inspired by the animals they have studied. Whether they choose to work with watercolors, acrylics, or another medium, they will be able to experiment with color mixing, layering, and blending to create works of art that truly capture the essence of their chosen animal subjects.
By the end of the class, students will have a new appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the animal kingdom, as well as a collection of stunning works of art that they can be proud of. | eng | 29cbfc2f-c790-46ae-9893-e4941ff5eae4 | https://mermaidartstudios.com/product/lower-gwynedd-elementary-after-school/ |
In the next course section, we will be working on group projects for the Epicodus Developer Trade Show to take place at the end of the section. In preparation, we'll take this coming section to generate ideas and sign up for teams, so we'll be organized and ready to go by the start of Team Week.
Homework
Generate an idea you would like to help develop into a working application. It could be a game, a new business idea, something educational, something fun, something to help others or something to change the world, an application or website a friend or family member could use, etc.
Past Student Work
Ready to brainstorm? Here are a few examples of projects past students have built during Team Week. You're not required to choose from this list, of course (although you may, if something really speaks to you!), this is only to begin your own brainstorming:
Planning Activities
Sites and applications that help plan:
Vacations
Camping trips
Road trips
Weddings and other events
Pub crawls
etc.
Lending a Hand
Sites and applications that aim to help people out, such as:
Locate stolen bike
Reporting/searching for missing pets
Organizing/compiling resources for at-risk populations
Helping people prepare for/respond to natural disasters
Connect People
Sites and applications that aim to bring people together, such as:
Helping musicians find other musicians for jam sessions
Locating puppy playdates
Dating sites of all varieties, themes, focuses and interests
Interest-based meetups and events
Communication tools, like chat rooms, web forums, and more
Virtual study groups and other learning tools
Games
Playable games, for instance:
Text-oriented games like "Choose your own adventure"-style storytelling games
Working with specific libraries, frameworks, or APIs
Some students choose to work with specific libraries, frameworks or APIs to build out games, tooling, or an experience. There are so many libraries out there to explore! For instance:
Using Three.js to make a 3D model or experience
Using Unity game engine to make a game
Using music libraries or the Spotify API (or another service) to build out web apps that visualize, track, or make music.
Building a website with a new framework
Developer Tooling
For instance:
A VS Code color theme or other type of extension
An npm package
A Discord bot
A browser extension
Tracking, Aggregating, or Visualize Data
Applications that help track and manage data of some kind, such as:
Food diaries
Workout tracking
Mood trackers
Or applications that do something with outside data pulled from an API. Check out this list of APIs for ideas.
Productivity Tools
Websites aimed to help make you more productive, like:
Checklists
Organizers
Note-taking tools
Crowd-sourced to-do lists, or grocery shopping lists
Point of Sale systems
Websites for Real People
Additionally, past students have created functioning websites or applications for family and friends' small local businesses, including catering companies, dog groomers, and more.
Timeline
Your instructor will give you exact instructions on how to share project ideas, where to sign up for teams, and team sizes. All students need to be signed up for a team week group by the end of this course section. If you have not signed up by the end of this course section, your instruction will assign you to a group.
Over the Weekend and at the Start of this Section
Brainstorm and Share Ideas
Start brainstorming project ideas now. At the start of this section, your instructor will provide you with a location to share ideas, either on a whiteboard in class or a spreadsheet online. Begin listing your ideas, and make sure you include:
A title
A brief description of the project
Your name
During the beginning of this section, ideas will be added and updated on the board. Feel free to talk to potential groups; and ask questions. We want you to sign up for a project you feel interested in and passionate about!
Half Way Through this Section
Sign Up
Your instructor will give you a sign up deadline. Everyone is required to sign up for a team before the end of this section. There is also a size limit to teams that your instructor will set. If a team already is at the size limit, it is full and cannot take on additional members.
At the End of this Section
Confirmation
At the end of this section, your instructor will confirm all teams have the correct number of members and an adequate project idea. If teams have too few members we'll help connect you with additional teammates, or re-arrange teams as necessary.
You won't begin working on your project until the next course section, but you're encouraged trade contact information with your teammates and consider planning and brainstorming together outside of class! | eng | f36d62e8-6029-4dc1-b79e-270b4c4573a2 | https://www.learnhowtoprogram.com/c-and-net-part-time/building-an-api/team-week-project-pitch |
Sats Results & Data
Performance Data 2021-22
KS2
These are the first Key Stage 2 attainment statistic since 2019, after assessments were cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic.
KS2 Cohort Details
15 pupils , 1 child=6.7% One SEND child and 2 Pupil Premium (PP)
These KS2 statistics cover the attainment of children who took assessments in summer 22. These children experienced disruption to their learning during the pandemic, particularly at the end of Year 4 and in Year 5
KS 2 Subject
Expected or above
Greater Depth
School
National
School
National
Reading
80%
74%
27%
no data
Writing
60%
69%
33%
no data
Grammar, Spelling & Punc
67%
72%
27%
no data
Maths
67%
71%
13%
no data
Average Scaled Scores
Reading
Scaled Score
Spag
Scaled score
Maths
Scaled Score
School
National
School
National
School
National
2022
105
105
2022
105
105
2022
104
104
KS1
Cohort Details
9 pupils , 1 child=11% 1 Pupil Premium (PP) No SEND
These KS1 statistics cover the attainment of children who took assessments in summer 22. These children experienced disruption to their learning during the pandemic, particularly at the end of Year 1 and in Reception. We have taken this into consideration and recognised the impact not having a solid foundation can have on future learning so have erred on caution with our assessments.
Subject
Expected or above
Greater Depth
Reading
67%
0%
Writing
0%
0%
Maths
56%
0%
Phonics Year 1
2022
72% (2 children didn't pass)
2021
89% (1 child didn't pass)
2020
92% (1 child didn't pass)
2019
100%
2018
100%
EYFS
Performance Data 2021
Once again we cannot say how well our children have coped with another year of disruption. The wellbeing and safety of our pupils have been our top priority this year, which has helped them with their academic achievements too. The children in all these cohorts have had a mix of being in school and home schooling or attending school during partial lockdowns as children of Key Workers or classed as being Vulnerable.
These results were sat under exam conditions as SAT's were cancelled due to Covid once again. All tests were marked internally and writing moderated internally. The findings from these tests have helped us to identify gaps in learning as a result of the pandemic.
Key Stage 2 Results –Year 6
Please note that one child was disapplied from Sats. Results below show whole cohort results and figures in brackets are results without data from child who was disapplied.
It is also important to note that one child is equivalent to 7% due to small cohorts.
Subject
Expected or above
Greater Depth
Reading
72% (77%)
29% (31%)
Writing
64% (69%)
21%(23%)
Grammar, Spelling & Punc
58%(62%)
0%
Maths
78%(85%)
7% (7.7%)
Key Stage 1 Year 2
One child is equivalent to 6.7% due to small cohorts
Subject
Expected or above
Greater Depth
Reading
80%
33%
Writing
60%
20%
Maths
74%
27%
EYFS- Reception
One child is equivalent to 12.5% due to small cohorts. Good Level of Development was achieved by 62.5%
Area of development
% of pupils Expected or higher
Listening, Attention and Understanding
75%
Speaking
75%
Self-Regulation
88%
Managing Self
63%
Building Relationships
88%
Gross Motor Skills
100%
Fine Motor Skills
100%
Comprehension
75%
Word Reading
63%
Writing
63%
Number
75%
Numerical Patterns
75%
Past and Present
75%
People, Culture and Communities
88%
The Natural World
88%
Creating with Materials
75%
Being Imaginative and Expressive
75%
Phonics Year 1 2021
Phonics testing was also cancelled in 2021 due to Covid, our school tested unofficially and then again in December when they were Year 2 when testing became compulsory again.
One child is equivalent to 11%
Phonics Testing
Results
July 2021
78%
December 2021
89%
Performance Data 2020
We are extremely proud of our children and families more than ever this year has they have coped amazingly well with a very challenging year. These results have been Teacher Assessed as the majority of these children received home schooling from Lock down one onwards and only a small minority attended school during partial lockdowns as children of Key Workers or classed as being Vulnerable..
Key Stage 2 Results –Year 6
It is important to note that one child is equivalent to 5% due to small cohorts. This co-hort also had a high level of children with Special Educational Needs.
Subject
Expected or above
Greater Depth
Reading
70%
0%
Writing
65%
0%
Grammar, Spelling & Punc
65%
0%
Maths
55%
15%
Key Stage 1 Year 2
One child is equivalent to 14% due to small cohorts
Subject
Expected or above
Greater Depth
Reading
71%
0%
Writing
57%
0%
Maths
57%
14%
EYFS- Reception
One child is equivalent to 11% due to small cohorts. Good Level of Development was achieved by 44%
Area of Development
Expected
Above
Listening & attention
100%
0%
Understanding
100%
0%
Speaking
100%
0%
Moving & handling
100%
56%
Health & self-care
100%
0%
Self-confidence & self-awareness
100%
0%
Managing feelings & behaviour
100%
0%
Making relationships
100%
0%
Reading
67%
22%
Writing
56%
22%
Numbers
67%
22%
Shape, space & measures
89%
22%
People & communities
100%
0%
The world
100%
22%
Technology
100%
0%
Exploring & using media & materials
100%
0%
Being imaginative
100%
0%
Phonics Year 1 2020
Phonics testing was also cancelled in 2020 due to Covid, our school tested unofficially in November when they were Year 2 | eng | c4c6334e-0b70-4b44-8a72-3db3a1751a97 | https://www.brigham.cumbria.sch.uk/sats-results-data/ |
3 Tips from Someone With Experience
If temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) or TMJ disorder. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about TMJ treatment, from its causes and symptoms to various treatment options available.
Understanding TMJ Disorders
Causes: TMJ disorders can arise from various factors, including jaw injuries, arthritis, teeth grinding (bruxism), misaligned teeth, stress, or a combination of these elements. The exact cause can differ from person to person.
Symptoms: TMJ disorders manifest in a range of symptoms, such as jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds when you open your mouth, difficulty chewing or pain while chewing, headaches, earaches, and even neck and shoulder pain. These symptoms can significantly impact your daily life and overall comfort.
Diagnosis: If you suspect you have a TMJ disorder, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional. A dentist or an oral and maxillofacial specialist will evaluate your symptoms, medical history, and perform a physical examination to determine the underlying cause of your discomfort.
Treatment Options
Self-Care and Lifestyle Changes: In some cases, mild TMJ symptoms can be managed with self-care practices. These may include:
Orthodontic treatment to correct misaligned teeth.
Dental splints or mouthguards to prevent teeth grinding or clenching.
Dental work to replace missing teeth or adjust dental appliances.
Physical Therapy: Physical therapy exercises can help improve jaw mobility and strengthen the muscles around the temporomandibular joint. These exercises can be guided by a physical therapist and can be especially beneficial for individuals with restricted jaw movement.
Stress Management: Stress is a common trigger for TMJ disorders. Learning relaxation techniques, stress management strategies, and even seeking counseling can help alleviate the symptoms associated with TMJ disorders.
Arthrocentesis: A minimally invasive procedure that involves flushing out the joint to remove debris or inflammatory byproducts.
TMJ Arthroscopy: A procedure that allows the surgeon to visualize and treat the joint using a small camera and specialized instruments.
Open-Joint Surgery: A more invasive procedure that involves repairing or replacing the joint components.
If you're experiencing any symptoms of a TMJ disorder, seeking professional advice is crucial. An accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan can significantly improve your quality of life and alleviate the discomfort associated with TMJ disorders. From self-care practices and dental treatments to medications and surgical options, a range of approaches are available to address your unique needs. Remember that everyone's situation is different, so consulting with a healthcare provider who specializes in TMJ disorders is the first step towards finding effective relief and restoring your comfort.
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Digital Asset Accounting
Digital asset accounting refers to the process of tracking and managing financial records of cryptocurrencies and other digital assets. This involves maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of transactions, calculating the value of holdings, and ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements
What do you get?
Accounting for Consensus
Consensus refers to the agreement among a network of participants, typically nodes or validators, on the current state of a blockchain ledger. This ensures that all parties have a common understanding of the ownership and balance of assets, and prevents double-spending and other forms of fraud. Gains and losses, gas fees, swaps, they all have to be accounted for and the blockchain landscape is ever changing. With deep and varied expertise, Primetrics is an excellent partner to blockchain and cryptocurrency infrastructure companies. When accounting for cryptocurrency and digital assets, it's important to understand the consensus algorithm used by the specific cryptocurrency and how it affects the security and reliability of transactions. This information is critical for evaluating the risk and potential return of investments, and for determining the appropriate accounting treatment for transactions involving cryptocurrency and digital assets.
International Company Compliance
International compliance when working with digital assets and cryptocurrency is a complex and multi-disciplinary challenge that requires companies to stay up-to-date with the latest legal and regulatory developments, follow strict accounting and reporting standards, and implement robust technology solutions to ensure accurate and secure tracking of transactions. Failure to comply with international regulations can result in significant financial and reputational harm, including fines, legal penalties, and damage to a company's reputation.
Software Implementation
The importance of technology implementation in cryptocurrency accounting lies in its ability to provide accurate and reliable information about transactions, as well as to automate many of the manual and time-consuming tasks associated with traditional accounting processes. This can help businesses to stay compliant with regulatory requirements and to make informed decisions about their investments in digital assets. In addition, technology implementation for cryptocurrency accounting can also improve transparency, security, and trust in digital assets, which are essential for businesses that use these assets for transactions. By automating processes and reducing the risk of errors and fraud, technology implementation helps to create a more secure and efficient ecosystem for digital assets.
Equity Land
CFO Advisory services are the latest trends in the financial industry. Small to medium-sized businesses are opting to outsource their financial management to firms like Primetrics instead of hiring full-time in-house CFOs. This approach helps many businesses to reduce costs and better allocate their resources towards growth and expansion.
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Solved: center text
Swift programming offers an efficient and effective solution when it comes to tackling typical layout issues in app development, such as centering text. This aspect of design, although it looks straightforward, can become complex and challenging, especially considering the diverse array of screen sizes and device orientations.
Swift provides robust libraries and built-in functions to ensure that developers can achieve precise layout attributes, such as centering text, regardless of the device's dimensions or the orientation of the application. Given the increasing popularity and usage of mobile apps, centering text has become a necessity in the interface design process.
This example in Swift demonstrates a common method of centering text. The `Text` view is wrapped with a frame that uses `.infinity` for maximum width and height, effectively pushing the text to the center of the screen.
Swift's Approach to Layout and Centering Text
Swift's built-in functions and structures make layout design straightforward and efficient. UIKit, one of Swift's core frameworks, plays a key role in text alignment. UIKit works harmoniously with Auto Layout, another core engine that helps developers design interfaces adaptable to any screen size or orientation.
The code below is a key example of how Swift uses UIKit to center text. Initially, a UILabel instance is created and its properties are set, such as the text, color, font, and alignment. Noticeably, `NSTextAlignment.center` is used to center the text.
In this SwiftUI example, the `body` property returns a `Text` view which includes the strings to be displayed. The frame modifier attached to the Text view expands it to occupy all available space, and consequently centers the text.
Swift, SwiftUI, and UIKit, each giving us numerous ways to center text, demonstrate the versatility and effectiveness of iOS development. These text centering methods, layered upon countless other Swift functions and libraries, allow developers to tackle the nuances of user interface design in an increasingly mobile world. As experts, we continue to leverage these powerful tools to build intuitive, user-friendly applications. We employ these frameworks and functions to create designs and interfaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also cater to optimal user experience. | eng | b9f297e3-ade9-45ce-aacd-26ca2124bc1c | https://www.sourcetrail.com/swift/swiftui/center-text-swiftui/ |
The road race for men includes multiple circuits and takes in no less than 42 climbs, which adds up to 2,562 vertical metres. The route amounts to 267.7 kilometres, while the finish on Leuven's Geldenaaksevest runs slightly uphillYou can improve what you've got, but if you're not blessed with explosiveness genetically, you will always be at a disadvantage in such efforts compared to those who are, all other things being equal. This is why sprints at the end of really long hard races are less predictable, as some people have who have more natural explosiveness may have depleted their capacities by the end of the raceQuickstep should use the second half of the year to explore Remco's versatility - Let's see how well he goes on bergs and cobbles ! They should be able to find a good calendar which excludes the VueltaSlightly different sorts of climbs. And field. Today says very little about explosivenes unless you want him to drop everyone on a 1km 6% climb and solo home in a low level race which isn't very interesting.
He'll probably not run into hilly specialists with a worse sprint than him think I know what you mean, but maybe explain a bit more how looking strong today worries you in terms of GT's? I mean I think we have to accept that he just didn't have enough of a base for a run at a 3 week race, and we can't really know if that was just because of his injury and lack of training, or if it's something more.
I don't think being strong on day 1 of a week(ish)-long stage race tells us anything one way or another. I think we'll know more when he does a GT with a full prep and not before. For my part, I don't see why there would be an issue. He shows every sign to me of someone who will have tremendous endurance hope those are just random numbers you wrote in your post. Because I'm sorry to tell you, but there is a much bigger chance he ends up winning 0 LBLs, 0 Lombardias and 0 Worlds. I don't think he'll stay at zero, but those numbers you've put out are just ridiculous. | eng | 9717ce1f-68df-4f09-aa8c-175435a0117d | https://forum.cyclingnews.com/threads/the-remco-evenepoel-is-the-next-eddy-merckx-thread.34086/page-231 |
guide on drafting a partnership agreement in Ontario
Here is a general guide on drafting a partnership agreement in Ontario:
Introduction: Start with an introduction that sets out the name of the partnership, the business purpose of the partnership, and the effective date of the agreement.
Partnership Structure: Describe the structure of the partnership, including the name, address, and percentage of ownership of each partner.
Capital Contributions: Explain how much money or other assets each partner will contribute to the partnership and how and when the contributions will be made.
Profit and Loss Sharing: Describe how profits and losses will be allocated among the partners and whether profits will be distributed regularly or reinvested in the business.
Decision Making: Outline how decisions will be made and what type of decisions require unanimous agreement among the partners. This section should also include information about meetings, voting, and dispute resolution.
Partner Withdrawal or Death: Discuss how a partner may withdraw from the partnership or what will happen if a partner dies or becomes disabled.
Confidentiality and Non-Compete: Include provisions to protect the partnership's confidential information and trade secrets, as well as any non-compete clauses that restrict a partner's ability to compete with the partnership after leaving.
Dissolution and Termination: Explain how the partnership will be dissolved and how assets will be distributed if the partnership is terminated.
Governing Law: State which law will govern the partnership agreement.
Signatures: Have all partners sign and date the partnership agreement.
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Deepest Point facts
While investigating facts about Deepest Point In The Ocean and Deepest Point On Earth, I found out little known, but curios details like:
More people have been to the moon than to the bottom of the oceans deepest point (Mariana Trench)
how deep is the mississippi river at its deepest point?
The deepest artificial point on the Earth, the Kola Borehole, has been abandoned since 2006 and only a small metal wield covers the 40,000 ft+ hole.
What is the deepest point on earth?
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Rolex strapped a watch onto the robotic arm of a submarine as it dove to the deepest point in the ocean and the watch functioned throughout the whole trip
The Congo River is the deepest in the world. At one point it is over 720 ft / 220 m deep.
The average depth of the Mediterranean Sea is 4,900 feet. Its deepest point is 17,280 feet, in the Ionian Sea's Calypso Deep.
The bottom of Kidd Mine is so deep it is considered to be the closest point of access to the earth's center.
The deepest point of the Grand Canyon is just over a mile deep.
The deepest underwater canyon is Mariana Trench, at the point where the Pacific Plate sinks below the Philippine Plate. Mariana Trench is 35,827 feet deep. In comparison the Grand Canyon is only about 4000 feet.
The deepest point of Timor Sea is Timor Trough, considered the south-east extension of Java Trench.
The deepest known part of the world's oceans is Mariana Trench, which is located east of the Mariana Islands. It is around 11,000 meters deep at its deepest point.
The White Sea covers an area of 34,700 square miles, and has an average depth of 197 feet. Its deepest point is 1,115 feet.
The deepest part of the Caribbean Sea is the Cayman Trench, located between Jamaica and Cuba. It has an average depth of 2200 meters with a deepest point of 7500 meters below the surface.
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The Piccard family are truly a bunch of adventurers. Jeannette was the first woman to reach the stratosphere, Jacques was the first person to visit the deepest point of the ocean and Bertrand was the first person to circumnavigate the globe non-stop in a balloon. (Up Down Left Right)
The deepest part of Chesapeake Bay is called the Hole and reaches 174 feet in depth, southeast of Annapolis Maryland, off Bloody Point.
The Mississippi River's deepest spot is located in New Orleans near Algiers Point. The river is approximately 200 feet deep there.
The deepest point in the Indian Ocean is Diamantina Trench, which reaches 26,401 feet.
Don Walsh and Jacque Piccard made the deepest dive ever at 35,798 feet (10,911 m). The lowest point of the Marianas Trench is 36,201 ft (11,034 m) - source
When is the deepest part of sleep?
If we manage to detonate a nuclear bomb as big as Tsar Bomba into the deepest point of the ocean (Mariana Trench), it will not cause any tsunami or earthquakes. The water pressure in the Mariana Trench is so high (15, 750 psi) that the explosion bubble will not even be 1km wide.
How deep is the deepest point in the ocean?
More people have been to the moon than to the bottom of the oceans deepest point (Mariana Trench)
In 2016 a protest took place to try to save the last bit of the Hambach forest. 600 protestors dressed in red and formed a line to make their point. Other protests in the past included a camps set up in protest, and even activists rappelling from trees.
Only 3 people have ever been to the Challenger Deep, the deepest point in the ocean (-10,900m). One of whom was director James Cameron.
The surface area of Narragansett Bay is 147 square miles; its volume is 706 billion gallons; its average depth is 26 feet and its deepest point is 184 feet.
When is the deepest part of your sleep?
The Milwaukee Deep, the deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean, is only 122 km offshore from Puerto Rico and more than six times deeper than the island's highest point.
The deepest point of the Mediterranean Sea is located in the Ionian Sea. It is called Calypso Deep and reaches depths of 17,280 feet.
Only three people have been to the deepest natural point on earth, in the Mariana Trench, one of them being filmmaker James Cameron in 2012.
In 1960 Don Walsh and Jacques Piccard dived into the deepest point (11KM) of the ocean
Director James Cameron is 1 of 3 people to ever reach Challenger Deep, the deepest point of the Mariana Trench.
How deep is lake erie at its deepest point?
The deepest artificial point on earth is the Kola Superdeep Borehole located in Murmansk Oblast, Russia with a depth of 12,000 meters (40,000 ft).
7 years after the highest point of Earth was first climbed in 1953 (Mount Everest 9000 m), two men reached the deepest point of the Earth (Mariana Trench 11 000 m) with the submarine Trieste. Captain Picard of Star Trek TNG was named in honor of one of those two explorers.
Film director James Cameron is one of only three people ever to reach the Challenger Deep, deepest point in the ocean, and the only person ever to do it solo.
Houghton Lake, the largest inland lake in Michigan, is only 22ft (6.7m) deep at it's deepest point.
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