Being an Introvert Doesn't Make You a Bad Leader. In Fact, It Just Might Be Your Secret Weapon.

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Hollywood has been having a field day bringing us the incredible stories of startups turned juggernauts with shows on Uber, WeWork and Theranos entertaining us from afar. Oftentimes, these rise and demise stories are centered around larger-than-life egotistical leaders who are depicted as overly ambitious, very vocal and fueled by achieving company growth — whatever the cost.

We have peddled this idea that leaders need to be extroverted, outgoing "people persons." We see this image over and over again of these exuberant, out-there leadership figures, and it leaves you feeling like it's simply not a role fit for introverts. But that couldn't be more wrong.

After watching my fair share of documentaries, mini-series and Netflix movies on the type of awe-inspiring or "we are going to change the world" leader trope who asks teams to "move fast and break things," I am reaffirmed in my personal approach when it comes to running a business and being a team leader, co-CEO and co-founder by channeling quiet confidence.

Quiet confidence means that you believe in yourself and you're steady in that regard. "They never impose their opinions on others, rather softly guide one to the right path," one definition reads. "Even though quiet confident people aren't loudly commanding, they make great leaders as they can easily get people in their confidence by establishing trust through careful listening."

Now you may be asking yourself, how do I, as an introvert, channel quiet confidence myself? How do I become the best leader I can be when I'm lacking what appears to be the most common leadership trait: extroversion? Here are some of my tips for introverted leaders to keep in mind when fine-tuning their quiet confidence approach.

Figure out what works for you

Quiet confidence isn't a one size fits all model. Every leader will find their own unique take on the approach. It's simply a matter of figuring out what works for you and your team. For myself, as a female leader who is somewhat introverted and speaks English as her second language (my native language is Finnish), I am very deliberate and thoughtful about what I am saying rather than using my voice to fill the room or command attention.

An American proverb I've come to learn is, "the squeaky wheel gets the grease." This is used to convey the idea that the most noticeable people or problems are the ones most likely to get attention. I, personally, don't believe in talking just to talk. I want to consider every word that comes out of my mouth and the impact it will have on myself and my team. While having an exuberant "every idea I have is revolutionary and people need to hear it" approach may get heads turning, if there's one thing Hollywood (and real-life) has taught us is that this doesn't always end well. Being a walking talking sales pitch might get some eyeballs looking in your direction, but it does nothing for your long-term effectiveness as a leader and as a company owner.

Build off your strengths

While loudly commanding a room of people might not be where you're most comfortable, you can channel your other strengths in a way that helps you become a better leader. Maybe you are exceptionally empathetic or a good listener. Bring these traits into your unique leadership style as a way to enhance and strengthen your quieter approach.

The real key to being a good leader is finding a way to effectively and efficiently support and guide your employees in a way that aligns with your company goals and vision. So start there: What do you want to achieve through your work as a leader — what is your goal? Now work backward: What steps can I take to achieve this? Identify the skills or strengths that would help you take these steps. If you're lacking in one vital skill, what ones do you possess that can help make up for it? Or even keep this gap in mind as you grow your team — make up for what you're naturally lacking by hiring someone who balances you out.

The most important thing is being in tune with what you can and can't do because once you understand yourself and all your strengths and weaknesses, you'll finally understand how to be the best version of yourself.

Always consider your team

As a people leader, it is imperative to make space for those who are not typically the ones voicing up and raising their hands. Your display of quiet confidence is helping to cultivate a workplace and culture where it's okay to be yourself and work within your personal comfort levels.

Additionally, introverts oftentimes make up for their lack of talking with their listening. When you're always the loudest voice in the room, it hardly ever gives others the feeling that they can be vocal and understood. Listen to your employees, investors, customers — everyone. Be open and receptive.

I'm proud of myself and my approach knowing that, by offering and depicting an appropriate level of confidence, understanding, compassion and open-mindedness, I am fostering an inclusive environment for others who may be more reserved or not as vocal.

Entrepreneurs, CEOs and founders should never be ashamed of being different than what's expected of them. Just because we don't often see more than one type of leadership style doesn't mean that we can't get the job done, or that we aren't just as good, if not better, leaders than the ones typically depicted. For any leaders or employees at organizations of all kinds, I hope that quiet confidence speaks to you and your team the same way that it's spoken to me.

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August 10, 2022

It’s spring, so says the calendar and even if it’s chilly there are signs spring is coming as the snow melts and reveals potholes in the road, or maybe its just your mailbox stops getting knocked over by the plow! But step outdoors and listen and observe nature, take a walk, as there are always more subtle signs that spring is on the way.

Birds are singing and backyard birds are one of the best predictors of spring. Already there are chickadees, titmice, red-winged blackbirds and cardinals chirping and feeding. You’ll notice many migrating birds are arriving early compared to decades past (and now some never leave!). As the days gradually become longer and temperatures climb, the sounds becomes louder and by the end of March you will hear migrating birds returning including warblers, sparrows, yellowthroat, and finch. You might notice the knock of woodpeckers, and see ducks returning to lakes and ponds. Listen and watch for bluebirds that do not come north until all chance of winter has passed and they are assured an ample food supply.

Observe the buds on your trees. Some of the first trees to bud are the willows and silver maples, followed by the red maples. Perhaps it’s then time to cut some budding forsythia or spring cherry branches to force blooms early indoors. Snowdrops and hellebores are already blooming in gardens and although magnolias will soon be flowering, our wild trees and shrubs are much more subtle. Alder and hazel have long, yellowish male flowering spikes, called catkins, that are preceded by tiny female red-tipped flowers looking like a bundle of matchsticks. If temperatures on a still sunny day are high enough, there

As soon as the ponds and wetlands thaw—as early as mid-March—you will hear spring peepers (Pseudacris crucifer). These tiny amphibians sing loudly creating quite a chorus at dusk. Like its name, the spring peeper tends to call a high single “peep!” that when put all together is a resounding “peep, peep, peep, peep!” These tiny frogs live beneath logs or underground, are freeze-tolerant, and tend to like moist, wooded areas, ponds, and wetlands.

Interestingly, they have a vocal sac that expands and deflates like a balloon to create a short, distinct peeping sound, but only males have the ability to make this loud high-pitched noise, and they use it to attract mates. Breeding happens when warm rains start between March and June, and P. crucifer typically lay around 900 eggs per clutch. After they hatch, they remain tadpoles for two to three months before they transform into frogs and are ready to leave the water. As they spawn you might look for their small jelly-like egg masses. Females choose mates based on the speed and volume of their calls. Older, larger males tend to have faster and louder calls that are preferred by the females. The spring peeper can live an estimated three years in the wild. And, while it may seem there are an overabundance of tadpoles, most (up to 90%) do not survive do to predation.

The first painted turtles are usually seen sunning on logs by mid-April if it is a warm sunny day, above 65° F. Turtles are cold-blooded, which means their body heat is generated from their surroundings. Reptiles do not create their own heat internally, like mammals do. The reason they are sunning is to increase their body temperature so that they can move around quickly and digest their food.

Beginning in late April through May, the woodland wildflowers come into full bloom. Trillium, bloodroot, jack-in-the pulpit, marsh marigold and wild ginger are a few of the special wildflowers that make their appearance before the leaves are on the trees. Watch for these as woodland wildflowers have only a small window of time to see them and then they are gone till the following spring.

So quickly, if you aren’t sure where to go, just google short walks in Seekonk (or nearby towns) and get out to enjoy fresh air and sunshine. The bonus is the exercise and the sounds and sights of spring.

Watch for local notices or check our website if you would like to join us clean-up our properties for Earth Day. We are planning to rendezvous at Martin Refuge park lot (across From the Grist Mill) on Saturday, 4/24 at 9am and will supply gloves and bags. Come meet other Land Trust members and help keep our trails and community clean.

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Terrorists still prevent civilians from reaching humanitarian corridors in Idleb and Aleppo countryside

Idleb/Aleppo, SANA- Terrorist groups positioned in Idleb countryside on Thursday prevented civilians from reaching humanitarian corridors of Abu al-Douhour and al-Habit in Idleb countryside and al-Hader corridor in Aleppo southern countryside.

SANA reporter said that terrorists exert pressures and threaten citizens not to get out through al-Douhour , al-Habit, and al-Hader in Idleb and Aleppo countryside into safe areas where terrorists take civilians as human shields.

He added that the terrorist organizations deliberately sabotaged side roads leading to the humanitarian corridors to prevent the cars from reaching them and transporting the people who want to get out from places of the terrorists towards the safes areas liberated by the Syrian Army from terrorism.

The authorities concerned take all logistic measures to receive any citizen who want to come out of the regions where terrorists are present.

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Security Testing - Cryptography

What is Cryptography?

Cryptography is the science to encrypt and decrypt data that enables the users to store sensitive information or transmit it across insecure networks so that it can be read only by the intended recipient.

Data which can be read and understood without any special measures is called plaintext, while the method of disguising plaintext in order to hide its substance is called encryption.

Encrypted plaintext is known as cipher text and process of reverting the encrypted data back to plain text is known as decryption.

  • The science of analyzing and breaking secure communication is known as cryptanalysis. The people who perform the same also known as attackers.

  • Cryptography can be either strong or weak and the strength is measured by the time and resources it would require to recover the actual plaintext.

  • Hence an appropriate decoding tool is required to decipher the strong encrypted messages.

  • There are some cryptographic techniques available with which even a billion computers doing a billion checks a second, it is not possible to decipher the text.

  • As the computing power is increasing day by day, one has to make the encryption algorithms very strong in order to protect data and critical information from the attackers.

How Encryption Works?

A cryptographic algorithm works in combination with a key (can be a word, number, or phrase) to encrypt the plaintext and the same plaintext encrypts to different cipher text with different keys.

Hence, the encrypted data is completely dependent couple of parameters such as the strength of the cryptographic algorithm and the secrecy of the key.

Cryptography Techniques

Symmetric Encryption − Conventional cryptography, also known as conventional encryption, is the technique in which only one key is used for both encryption and decryption. For example, DES, Triple DES algorithms, MARS by IBM, RC2, RC4, RC5, RC6.

Asymmetric Encryption − It is Public key cryptography that uses a pair of keys for encryption: a public key to encrypt data and a private key for decryption. Public key is published to the people while keeping the private key secret. For example, RSA, Digital Signature Algorithm (DSA), Elgamal.

Hashing − Hashing is ONE-WAY encryption, which creates a scrambled output that cannot be reversed or at least cannot be reversed easily. For example, MD5 algorithm. It is used to create Digital Certificates, Digital signatures, Storage of passwords, Verification of communications, etc.


How To Make Education Better?

Put choices about classroom management and curriculum development in the hands of the community. Recognize and solve the problem of overpopulation. Make education finance a top priority. The school-to-prison pipeline must be addressed. Raise the bar for educators. Put choices about classroom management and curriculum development in the hands of the community.

Similarly, How can we improve our education?

The Blog for Learning Success Change up your study habit, venues, and content. Have a restful night’s sleep. Set aside time for studying. Exam “cramming” may be effective Make use of self-testing. Take and review notes in class. While you’re studying, don’t be concerned about small pauses or interruptions.

Also, it is asked, What makes a good education?

When students feel supported in school and have clear direction and skills on managing their behavior and seeing how it impacts themselves and others, they learn better and perform better on examinations. They’re less likely to get distracted or to cause others to become distracted, which correlates to academic advantages.

Secondly, What should good education be like?

A successful educational system should be based on psychological comfort and equality, with all instructors devoted to their work and able to adapt an approach to each student in order to offer effective communication and manage difficulties that may develop throughout the learning process for all students.

Also, What are the 7 ways of learning?

How do you learn? The Seven Learning Styles Visualization (Spatial) audible (Auditory-Musical) spoken communication (Linguistic) Physique (Kinesthetic) Reasonable (Mathematical) a social situation (Interpersonal) Isolated (Intrapersonal)

People also ask, What are the 8 ways to improve the education system?

Here are a few of his projects: Supporting students in grades K through 12. Free College Education is being provided. More public math and science schools are being built. Putting in place a National Feeding Program Salary of a teacher who earns more. Continuing teacher education is important. Alternative Education is being pushed. Mandatory ROTC is being revived.

Related Questions and Answers

How can we solve lack of education?

Solutions to a Skill Gap in Education Infrastructure for schooling should be improved. Financial assistance to low-income households. Raise public awareness about the value of education. More tolerance when it comes to schooling. Wages at the bare minimum. In terms of social security, the quality has improved. Health insurance has improved.

How do you get 80 in all subjects?

Take comprehensive notes in class so you may utilize them to study and obtain better grades on your tests. Also, in the days preceding up to your examinations, attempt to study for at least 30 minutes each day to help you remember the content. If you study for your exams the night before, your brain will be overworked and you will forget everything.

How do I become a top student?

Successful Students Have These 10 Habits Organize yourself. Making a strategy for what you’ll do and when you’ll do it will ensure that you’re always one step ahead of the game – literally. Don’t try to multitask. Divide it into equal halves. Sleep. Make a timetable for yourself. Make a mental note of everything. Study. Organize your study area.

Why do I feel sleepy when studying?

Not getting enough sleep at night is the major reason of feeling drowsy when studying. To maintain optimum health, you must sleep for 7 to 8 hours every night. Avoid oversleeping or undersleeping, and adhere to a sleeping schedule so that your brain is ready to fall asleep at the same time every night.

What are the 4 main learning styles?

Visual, auditory, reading and writing, and kinesthetic are the four fundamental learning modes in the VARK paradigm. Here’s a rundown of the four different learning styles.

What are the 4 teaching styles?

Five unique teaching styles have evolved as the principal tactics used by modern instructors in the classroom: the Authority Style, the Delegator Style, the Facilitator Style, the Demonstrator Style, and the Hybrid Style.

What are the 3 types of learning?

Everyone learns and absorbs new knowledge in their own unique manner. Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles are the three basic cognitive learning types. The following features of each learning type might help you understand how you learn and which learning techniques are ideal for you.

What are the 4 barriers of education?

What are some of the obstacles to learning? Physical, mental, emotional, cultural, or social factors may all obstruct a student’s ability to achieve their learning objectives.

How can I cheat in exam?

The Most Ingenious Ways to Cheat on Exams A trick using a water bottle. Answers should be written on clothing and hands. Consider using an imprints approach. Answers should be written on the desk. Apply test solutions on the backs of your thighs and knees.

How do you get an A?

10 Steps to Assisting You in Getting Straight A’s STEP 1: Choose the correct classes.and school will be a breeze! STEP 2: Collaborate with your instructor. STEP 3: Don’t skip a will always find you! STEP 4: Always sit in the front row. STEP 5: Finish your homework before you’re ready for class!

How can I top in exam?

Tips for Exam Preparation Begin your revisions as soon as possible. Make a schedule for your studying. During study and test periods, take care of yourself. Change up your revision methods. Change up where you’re going. Take breaks on a regular basis. Know what you’ll be tested on. Make sure you understand the practical aspects of your test.

How do you get 100 in all exams?

All relevant topics must be included in your study plan. Spend more time on the areas in which you are weak while continuing to improve on the subjects in which you are strong. If you want to get a perfect score on the CBSE Class 12 board test, make sure you give each topic enough time.

What is a straight A?

The best grades in all of a student’s classes. In several grading systems, “A” is the highest grade. For obtaining consecutive A’s this year, my folks bought me a new bike.

Should I sleep or study?

Even the night before a test, getting enough sleep might pay well. According to several research, having a full night’s sleep before a test is linked to better scores and a higher overall GPA. Other studies, on the other hand, have revealed that getting a good night’s sleep the night before your test isn’t enough.

Which is the best time to study?

The majority of students like to study early in the morning, usually between 4 and 5 a.m., when the brain is more likely to focus. It can be the ideal choice for kids who have greater stamina in the morning.

How many hours should a student sleep?

Children aged 6–12 years should sleep 9–12 hours per 24 hours, whereas teens aged 13–18 years should sleep 8–10 hours per 24 hours, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

How do I study?

Effective Studying Techniques Organize yourself. Always have a homework planner with you. In class, pay attention. Keep your eyes peeled for any distractions. Make sure your notes are up to date. If you don’t comprehend anything, ask questions. Make a study timetable or a study plan. Every evening, go through your notes from class. Speak with your instructors.

How do you motivate students?

Top 5 Student Motivation Strategies Encourage a progressive attitude rather than a fixed one. Develop connections with your pupils that are both meaningful and courteous. Create a learning community in your school. Set lofty objectives and high expectations for yourself. Be an inspiration to others.

The “ways to improve your school as a student” is a question that many people ask. There are many ways to make education better, but the best way is by being involved and making changes yourself.

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Unit 6 Essay State and Religion

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Unit 6 Essay: State and Religion

The Prophet Muhammad did not just found a religion. He and his successors also turned the Arabs from a collection of tribes to a state. Muhammad’s successors ruled an empire.

In the Byzantine Empire and in the kingdoms of Western Europe, kings and emperors embraced Christianity and indeed sought to make laws in line with Christian doctrine, but the Church nevertheless occupied a distinct sphere.

In around 1000 words (about four pages), compare and contrast how state and religion functioned in the Christian world and in the Muslim world. You might want to consider the following questions, although you can consider other elements as well:

  1. What role did religion play in establishing legitimacy?
  2. What role did religion play in armed violence?
  3. To what extent did Christian and Muslim leaders believe that their power flowed from God?
  4. In the end, did monotheistic religions make states more or less stable?

Sources for the Essay

The textbook and all eCore information can be used to help complete the essay. Beyond the sources available in the course, at least three additional reliable sources must be used to complete the essay. Evaluate the sources critically and use only legitimate sources. Encyclopedias and Wikipedia are not legitimate sources – using them will detract from your grade significantly. For additional help evaluating sources, please refer to “Tips for Writing Essays,” which is posted with the syllabus. Don’t hesitate to contact your professor with specific questions about sources.

Guidelines for Writing your Essay

Please use the following guidelines for writing your essay:

  1. The essay should be typed in 12-point font. Please use a simple, clean font such as Times New Roman or Palatino. Use 1″ inch margins on all sides. The completed essay must be around 1000 words in length.
  2. The essay is to be written following the rules of correct grammar and spelling, both of which will be taken into consideration in the evaluation of the essay. Be sure to edit and revise your essay as grammar and spell checks typically do not catch words used in incorrect contexts.
  3. The essay must be original and analytical and must be careful to include well-thought-out responses to the questions posed in the assignment. Make sure to address ALL parts of the question.
      • Introduction which does ALL of the following: states the purpose of the essay; frames the era by providing pertinent dates for the subject; provides a solid historical background moving from general statements about the subject to increasingly more specific ones; introduces the author of the document by providing some specific information important for better understanding why the author wrote what he or she did.
      • A thesis which specifically explains how the primary and/or secondary sources (as directed by the instructor) reflects the issues and developments of the historical period when it was produced.
      • A body of evidence, this is the main part of your essay and it is where you defend your thesis by referring to several major aspects of the primary and/or secondary sources, explaining how they reflect the concerns and issues of author in the context of the period when it was written. You rely on direct analysis of the primary and/or secondary source material to back up your assertions.
      • A conclusive summary that briefly reiterates your main points, but more important, suggests how the primary and/or secondary source points to later historical developments. How might it be a bridge to a later time in Greek history–do not just jump to the present and make a superficial remark about how everyone was better.
  4. You must cite your sources in text and provide a complete bibliography at the end. REMEMBER: Any information or idea that is not your own MUST BE CITED.
      • You must give specific examples from the secondary and/or primary sources used in the development of the paper and must cite these sources following the MLA style, the University of Chicago Press’s Chicago Manual of Style or Kate L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations. Refer to the online resources Guide to the MLA Style or Turabian and Chicago Styles Citations. You can use any style that you select, but be consistent. You should use footnotes or endnotes and provide a full bibliography at the end of your paper.
      • If you use direct quotations, you must not only cite your source, but must also use quotation marks. Example: Columbus explains that the weapons of the natives he encountered in the islands of the Caribbean were unsophisticated, and that their javelin, a much-used weapon, was “no more than sticks” joined together.
      • Failure to cite and/or quote your sources is plagiarism and will severely hurt your grade on the essay. This is meant to be an original essay that you write yourself for this course. All essays will be run through plagiarism detection software to check for plagiarism. For further discussion of plagiarism and how to avoid it, please see the syllabus and “Tips for Avoiding Plagiarism,” which is posted with the syllabus. Contact your professor with any questions you may have about plagiarism.

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The introduction to the "History of Woman Suffrage," published in 1881-85, edited by Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony and Matilda Joslyn Gage, contains the following statement: "It is often asserted that, as woman has always been man's slave, subject, inferior, dependent, under all forms of government and religion, slavery must be her normal condition; but that her condition is abnormal is proved by the marvellous change in her character, from a toy in the Turkish harem, or a drudge in the German fields, to a leader of thought in the literary circles of France, England, and America."


What BRCA positive women need to know about removing their ovaries: As a board-certified Ob-Gyn, I know the ovary like the figurative back of my hand. Today represents a great opportunity for women (and men) to learn a lot more about preventing ovarian cancer, and Angelina Jolie’s article in the NYTimes starts that process. I encourage you to read it, but also to realize that there is much that the article does NOT explain, as it does not come from a medical perspective, but rather an individual/personal one. To begin, nearly every single Gynecologist with whom I discussed the news media coverage of the actress’s prophylactic mastectomy almost 2 years ago had the same reaction as I did: ‘what about her ovaries?” Today, we are exclaiming, ‘FINALLY!’ While we know that anything to do with the breast is certainly more sexy (and I mean that, unfortunately, very literally) than that dealing with the ovary, to be clear, ovarian cancer is the hidden killer for women with a BRCA mutation, not breast cancer. We can screen for breast cancer; we cannot screen for ovarian cancer. Breast cancer tends to be detected at early stages, ovarian cancer tends to be diagnosed in advanced stages.

The risk-reductive surgery to remove breasts is long, extensive, and requires extensive recovery. That to remove the fallopian tubes and ovaries is done laparoscopically, takes 15 minutes in the hands of experienced surgeons, and is done as an out-patient procedure (meaning the woman goes home usually the same day). Another thing that was missing in Jolie opEd piece is the frightening statistic that 5-10% of BRCA positive women are found to have an occult (or hidden) cancer in their ovaries or tubes at the time they undergo prophylactic surgery. This makes the prospect of randomly waiting until a given age (like 10 years earlier than a woman’s relative was diagnosed with ovarian cancer) literally akin to a game of Russian roulette. We don’t know what the right age is for a woman to remove her ovaries and tubes when she carries a BRCA mutation. The age of 35 has been mentioned in the Gyn literature, some say 40 years old is the right age, as has the general ‘when she is finished with child-bearing’ age parameter. The bottom line is that this is an individual and personal decision that will differ for each woman.

Jolie speaks a lot about ‘balancing hormones’ and ‘combining advice from Western and Eastern physicians’ which I think is perfectly fine however, I think it’s important to keep our eyes on the prize here: survival! It’s hard to balance hormones when you are dead from ovarian cancer, so while treating and addressing menopausal issues is most definitely key for quality of life and is a must for discussion with a woman’s gynecologist, the priority here is preventing death from ovarian cancer. Nevertheless, concern about immediate menopause, and protection of skeletal health is important and is an appropriate part of this entire process.  There are hormonal and non-hormonal options for women today.  I personally recommend bioidentical transdermal patches like Climara Pro and the non-hormonal, pharmaceutical grade bee pollen extract, Relizen for the relief of menopausal symptoms.

Reducing the risk faced by women who carry the BRCA mutation has been conclusively proven via surgical removal of the ovaries but also the fallopian tubes. This is largely omitted from the article and it is literally life-saving information that every woman needs to know. It is now believed that the majority of ovarian cancer actually originates in the fallopian tubes. This is significant because when a woman who is BRCA positive considers her therapy options, removal of the tubes is key, and some women may choose to do that before she even removes her ovaries (though this is a new approach and is controversial). Also, the surgeon performing the operation needs to be current on the fact that the entire fallopian tube must be resected (removed) to truly lower the risk of cancer. To talk about ovarian cancer today and not mention the fallopian tubes is like talking about smart phones and omitting the iphone. Lastly, only the ovarian tumor marker, Ca-125 was discussed in the Jolie article. In fact, there are SIX ovarian tumor markers (inhibin, LDH, AFP, hcG, and he-4) that can be checked in women at high risk of ovarian cancer. These are all non-specific to ovarian cancer, and because one is elevated does not mean there is ovarian cancer present. Ca-125 is by far the most common marker, and whether or not to check the other 5 markers is up to the discretion of the surgeon. Many of these markers are used to follow progression of disease, not to screen or diagnose a new case of cancer. If normal, it is not a guarantee that there is not a microscopic area of cancer cells present, and if abnormal, it doesn’t mean a woman has ovarian cancer. But they can provide useful information in certain cases, and when interpreted by a Gynecologic Oncologist.

I am so glad that one of the world’s most famous actresses shared her experience about the steps she took to reduce her risk (and quite likely save her own life) by having prophylactic surgery. This is an option that women need to know about. The data is clear that it is saves lives in women with a BRCA mutation. (also remember that taking birth-control pills also reduces the risk of ovarian cancer.) And the fact is that the BRCA mutation can be passed to boys/men also, so I hope that the next piece Angelina Jolie writes addresses how she will address the 50% possibility that her biological children carry this mutation. She has a massive opportunity to educate many people about this cancer risk, and in doing so, hopefully save many lives. We must also be very mindful of the fact that many, everyday, non-famous women have already taken this step, gone through this process and received no front-page news attention or accolades. For those women, and their families, please know that I applaud your strength and courage, and also support the thoughtful decisions of the 30% of women who choose NOT to have surgery. I don’t agree with that approach, but I support patient’s autonomy regardless. There are options, and women should know about ALL of them.

For more information, I refer you to SGO, ASCO, ACOG, and American Cancer Society. And I appreciate the expert insights from my colleague, Gyn Oncologist, Dr. Kenneth Kim, from University of North Carolina. Here is a good general primer on ovarian cancer to get you started, from ACS:

Most women have one or more risk factors for ovarian cancer. But most of the common factors only slightly increase your risk, so they only partly explain the frequency of the disease. So far, what is known about risk factors has not translated into practical ways to prevent most cases of ovarian cancer. There are several ways you can reduce your risk of developing epithelial ovarian cancer. Much less is known about ways to lower the risk of developing germ cell and stromal tumors of the ovaries. The remainder of this section refers to epithelial ovarian cancer only. It is important to realize that some of these strategies reduce the risk only slightly, while others decrease it much more. Some strategies are easily followed, and others require surgery. If you are concerned about your risk of ovarian cancer, you may want to discuss this information with your health care professionals. They can help you consider these ideas as they apply to your own situation. Oral contraceptives Using oral contraceptives (birth control pills) decreases the risk of developing ovarian cancer, especially among women who use them for several years. Women who used oral contraceptives for 5 or more years have about a 50% lower risk of developing ovarian cancer compared with women who never used oral contraceptives. Still, birth control pills do have some serious risks and side effects. Women considering taking these drugs for any reason should first discuss the possible risks and benefits with their doctor. Gynecologic surgery Both tubal ligation and hysterectomy may reduce the chance of developing ovarian cancer, but experts agree that these operations should only be done for valid medical reasons — not for their effect on ovarian cancer risk. If you are going to have a hysterectomy for a valid medical reason and you have a strong family history of ovarian or breast cancer, you may want to consider having both ovaries and fallopian tubes removed (called a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy) as part of that procedure. Even if you don’t have an increased risk of ovarian cancer, some doctors recommend that the ovaries be removed with the uterus if a woman has already gone through menopause or is close to menopause. If you are older than 40 and you are going to have a hysterectomy, you should discuss the potential risks and benefits of having your ovaries removed with your doctor. Prevention strategies for women with a family history of ovarian cancer or BRCA mutation If your family history suggests that you (or a close relative) might have a syndrome linked with a high risk of ovarian cancer, you might want to consider genetic counseling and testing. During genetic counseling (by a genetic counselor or other health care professional with training in genetic risk evaluation), your personal medical and family history is reviewed. This can help predict whether you are likely to have one of the gene mutations associated with an increased ovarian cancer risk. The counselor will also discuss the benefits and potential drawbacks of genetic testing with you. Genetic testing can help determine if you or members of your family carry certain gene mutations that cause a high risk of ovarian cancer. Still, the results are not always clear cut, and a genetic counselor can help you sort out what the results mean to you. For some women with a strong family history of ovarian cancer, knowing they do not have a mutation that increases their ovarian cancer risk can be a great relief for them and their children. Knowing that you do have such a mutation can be stressful, but many women find this information very helpful in making important decisions about certain prevention strategies for them and their children. More information about genetic testing can be found in our document Genetic Testing: What You Need to Know. Using oral contraceptives is one way that many women can reduce their risk of developing ovarian cancer. Oral contraceptives also seem to reduce this risk for women with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. But birth control pills can increase breast cancer risk in women without these mutations. This increased risk continues for some time after these pills are stopped. Studies that have looked at this issue in women with BRCA mutations haven’t agreed about what effect birth control pills have on breast cancer risk. Some studies have shown an increased risk of breast cancer, while some have not. Research is continuing to find out more about the risks and benefits of oral contraceptives for women at high ovarian and breast cancer risk. It isn’t clear if tubal ligation effectively reduces the risk of ovarian cancer in women who have BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations. Studies that have looked at this issue haven’t agreed about this. Researchers do agree that removing both ovaries and fallopian tubes (salpingo-oophorectomy) helps protect women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations against ovarian (and fallopian tube) cancer. Sometimes a woman has this surgery to reduce her risk of ovarian cancer before cancer is even suspected. If the ovaries are removed to prevent ovarian cancer, the surgery is called risk-reducing or prophylactic. Generally, salpingo-oophorectomy is recommended only for very high-risk women after they have finished having children. This operation lowers ovarian cancer risk a great deal but does not entirely eliminate it. That’s because some women who have a high risk of ovarian cancer already have a cancer at the time of surgery. These cancers can be so small that they are only found when the ovaries and fallopian tubes are looked at under the microscope (after they are removed). Also, women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations have an increased risk of primary peritoneal carcinoma. Although the risk is low, this cancer can still develop after the ovaries and fallopian tubes are removed. The risk of fallopian tube cancer is also increased in women with mutations in BRCA1 or BRCA2. Sometimes early fallopian tube cancers are found unexpectedly when the fallopian tubes are removed as a part of a risk-reducing surgery. In fact, some cancers that were thought to be ovarian or primary peritoneal cancers may have actually started in the fallopian tubes. That is why experts recommend that women at high risk of ovarian cancer who are having their ovaries removed should have their fallopian tubes completely removed as well (salpingo-oophorectomy). Research has shown that premenopausal women who have BRCA gene mutations and have had their ovaries removed reduce their risk of breast cancer as well as their risk of ovarian cancer. The risk of ovarian cancer is reduced by 85% to 95%, and the risk of breast cancer cut by 50% or more. Another option for women who do not wish to have their ovaries removed because they don’t want to lose ovarian function (and go through menopause early) is to have just the fallopian tubes removed (a salpingectomy). They may choose to have their ovaries removed later. This has not been studied as well as removing both the ovaries and fallopian tubes at the same time, so it isn’t clear how much this affects the risk of cancer. It is clear that to have the greatest effect on breast cancer risk, the ovaries need to be removed by the time the woman is 35. Some women who have a high risk of ovarian cancer due to BRCA gene mutations feel that having their ovaries and fallopian tubes removed is not right for them. Often doctors recommend that those women have screening tests to try to find ovarian cancer early..this can involve serial pelvic sonograms and testing the blood for Ca-125.


Pennsylvania police solve 60-year-old cold case murder of 9-year-old girl

DNA technology led to discovery of killer, deceased since 1980.

Updated: February 12, 2022 - 5:59pm

Pennsylvania authorities have announced the solving of a nearly-six-decade-old murder case, saying they had identified the killer of a 9-year-old girl in 1964.

State police said DNA technology led them to identify James Paul Forte as the killer of Marise Chiverella, who was found dead in the city of Hazleton.

DNA material was obtained from Chiverella’s clothing in 2007 but did not immediately lead to any matches in criminal databases. In 2019, authorities began checking the sample through genealogical records.

They were eventually led to members of Forte's family, which resulted in Forte's body being exhumed and the case solved.

Forte had a criminal record, though none of those crimes were as extreme as the killing of Chiverella.

Chiverella's sister, Carmen Marie Radtke, told news media that the family has "so many precious memories of Marise."

"At the same time our family will always feel the emptiness and the sorrow of her absence," she said. "Consequently, we will continue to ask ourselves what would have been or could have been."


What Can I Do With a Journalism Degree and a Fashion Minor?

Similarly, What does a fashion journalist do?

Reporting on the newest fashion designs or trends is your main duty as a fashion writer. Reporting on runway shows or other relevant field activities may fall under this category. You’ll require excellent writing abilities in addition to understanding of the fashion business.

Also, it is asked, What can you do with a degree in fashion journalism?

You may work as a fashion writer based on your own interests and qualifications. Publicist for fashion. You can think about working as a fashion publicist if you have a degree in fashion journalism. writer of fashion. Editor of fashion. Marketer of fashion.

Secondly, What should I major in to become a fashion journalist?

An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in fashion media, fashion design, communications, or a similar journalistic subject is often necessary for a career in fashion journalism, which involves more than simply writing about clothing.

Also, How much do fashion journalists make?

Fashion Journalist Salary Scales Fashion journalists make an average pay of $58,847 in the US, with salaries ranging from $12,255 to $326,843. Fashion journalists make an average salary of $58,847 to $148,119, with the top 86 percent earning $326,843.

People also ask, How do you become a Vogue writer?

A degree in journalism, English, or creative writing would be perfect for becoming a writer or editor. A degree in photography or another creative form may be what you need to become a photographer. If you are interested in working for Vogue, it is also preferable to have a degree in a discipline that is relevant to fashion. Acquire experience.

Related Questions and Answers

How do I become a fashion writer?

Interning at a prominent fashion magazine, public relations firm, or media outlet will provide you the practical experience you need to become a fashion writer. You may create important contacts and learn about the fashion business by being exposed to such settings.

Are fashion degrees worth it?

Does it merit it? Yes! You probably have a creative side and are passionate about the fashion world. Giving yourself the chance to develop your passion into something more rewarding is an endeavor worth your time.

Is fashion a good major?

Imagine working in a setting where fashion and creativity are prioritized. Consider pursuing a degree in fashion design if this seems like your perfect profession. Only the most skilled experts progress in the fiercely competitive and fascinating field of fashion design.

How much do fashion critics make?

Additionally, they provide advice on which fashions work best in informal or professional contexts and offer commentary on the most recent designs. Salary expectations for those who want to work as fashion reviewers range from more than $100,000 on average.

What are the 7 types of journalism?

Typical forms of journalism investigative reporting. watchdog reporting. journalism on the web. journalism for the media. editorial journalism sports reporting. Commercial journalism entertainment reporting.

How much does a journalist at Vogue make?

SalaryJob TitleRangeAverage for Vogue Jobs Director of Information Technology (IT) Salary: $106,000 to $170,000 (Estimated *) Average:$135,657 Broadcast journalist $39,001 to $106,001 (Estimated *) Average:$56,641 Range for photographers: $37k to $86k (Estimated *) An extra $56.3451 on average

Is journalism a dying field?

There were 114,000 newsroom personnel in 2008. By 2020, just 85,000 people remained. In the digital era, newsrooms are having a hard time surviving. A 2020 Pew Research Center research found that fewer persons (86%) depend on radio or print for news than do those who use digital devices.

Do fashion journalists get free clothes?

Some considerable benefits may be available to both full-time and intern journalists. Full-time fashion journalists often obtain free clothing from the businesses and designers they feature, in contrast to other journalists who are prohibited by their ethical standards from taking gifts.

How much do fashion writers get paid?

What does a fashion writer get paid? The typical yearly salary for a fashion writer in the United States as of is $56,751. That comes out to around $27.28 per hour, in case you need a quick pay calculator. This amounts to $4,729 a month or $1,091 per week.

What is fashion reporting in journalism?

With a concentration on writing and photography, fashion journalism is a part of the fashion media. Fashion writers retain connections with designers and stylists while concentrating mostly on trends and events. A fashion journalist is knowledgeable about the history of fashion and keeps up with current trends in the field.

Do Vogue interns get paid?

Magazine VOGUE Interns make $35,000 yearly, or $17 per hour, which is 15% more than the $30,000 national average wage for all interns and 61% less than the average salary for all employed Americans.

What is fashion journalism and communication?

The primary audience for fashion journalism is other writers and editors. It provides the chance to concentrate on fashion writing for various markets and media. Along with digital publishing options including blogs, websites, e-commerce, and social media, you will investigate writing for classic periodicals and newspapers.

Do fashion designers make a lot of money?

In 2020, the median pay for fashion designers was $75,810. In that year, the top 25 percent earned $101,700, while the bottom 25 percent earned $54,470.

Do you need to go to fashion school to become a designer?

Although formal design education is generally pursued by fashion designers, there is no set prerequisite for this creative sector. Postsecondary education in art, design, fashion merchandising, or even fashion design, which many colleges offer as a major or emphasis, is often required to fashion designers.

How do I start a career in fashion?

How to Start a Career in the Fashion Industry A fashion internship may be found. An internship is the ideal place to start. Large fish in little ponds. Be active online. Record the abilities you get. Choose your ideal fashion-related job. Never hesitate to ask. Move forward. Take the lead.

Here are several areas of specialization that build on this foundational fashion degree: degree in fashion design. degree in fashion purchasing and merchandising. degree in fashion marketing and communications. degree in fashion styling. degree in fashion photography. design of jewelry. a degree in fashion manufacturing.

Is a degree in fashion hard?

Anyone who disputes fashion as a discipline has no business doing so. Just a little more than six weeks into my time at university, and the workload is already insane. High contact hours are common in many courses. Only 10 hours a week do I work.

How much do Vogue writers make?

$54,263 a year

Who is the biggest fashion critic?

First, Anna Wintour. Fashion editors were where Anna Wintour began her career.

Who is a fashion critique?

After seeing shows, speaking with designers, or visiting gatherings with prominent celebrities, fashion reviewers are compensated to evaluate the latest styles and trends. In the past, fashion reviewers published their work in periodicals and newspapers.

What is a good minor for journalism major?

For instance, a public relations major complements a journalism minor effectively since news release writing is a common task for PR specialists in their line of work. Along with marketing, political science, and communications, English is an ideal major to match with a minor in journalism.

Is journalism a good career?

The number of viewers has grown significantly along with the expansion of communication methods. Today, many students in India choose journalism as a prominent job. The tough sector of journalism is essential to the growth of the country.

How do I get a job in journalism?

How to start a journalistic career Purchase a bachelor’s degree. Make relationships and get experience in the field. Think about internships and graduate programs. Create accounts on sites for freelance work. Make connections with business leaders. Write competitive application sample letters. Send your resume to entry-level opportunities.

How much does a Wall Street journalist make?

How much money does a Wall Street Journal reporter make? The annual compensation for a Wall Street Journal reporter is $103,287. The Wall Street Journal offers reporter wages that may vary from $63,587 to $172,247 annually.

How much does Teen Vogue editor make?

How much do you get paid for being on the cover of Vogue?

However, this was nearly ten years ago, and this may have been an exceptional circumstance. According to Study.com, frequent models for Vogue may make between $18,000 and $300,000 annually, while less well-known models may only get $2,500 for each appearance.

The “fashion journalist salary” is a question that is often asked. The answer to this question is that there are many different career opportunities for fashion journalists.

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istock_overheadkick1For the past four years I’ve been coaching football for 4-7 year old boys and girls at a local club. As you probably know, children love to have the ball at their feet and hate to be more than a couple of yards away from it, resulting in a swarm of tiny footballers that collectively follow the ball up and down the pitch.

Despite my gentle promptings to spread out and use the space, they remain magnetically attracted to the ball, each of them fearful that if they don’t go and get it immediately they’ll never see it again. As one of the boys said to me last Saturday after I’d suggested to him that he should stop tackling the other boys on his team and wait for them to pass to him, “But what if they don’t pass?”

I reckon that at any one time, on a pitch of 600 square yards, the children are likely to be able to fit into 20-30 square yards, say 5% of the total area.

Many businesses that I come across are not so different to my young footballers. The pitches they play on are vast and the opportunities open to them are limitless. And yet, they end up scrapping over the same few square feet of turf trying to attract the same customers, with a similar offer to their rivals’ at a similar price.

As a result, we end up with whole markets of me-too, copycat businesses. Banks, supermarkets, coffee shops, airlines, mobile operators, and hotel chains: it is virtually impossible to tell most of the players in these markets apart.

And yet, outside of the market leader, the companies that tend to thrive are those that offer something different and that are focused on the areas of the pitch where there is still fresh, green grass that has not been completely trampled underfoot.

Companies and brands such as Green and Blacks, Innocent, Apple, Facebook, Virgin, Absolut, Ryanair and Swatch have all prospered and changed customers’ attitude to their markets by being different.

They spotted where there was space on their pitch, where, if they were patient, the ball would come to them, and where they could really show their skills and score a goal.

Now, if only I could get my five-year old boys to think the same way.

© Stuart Cross 2011. All rights reserved.


What Are Meme Coins?

Sami Noori

Jun 3, 2022

The cryptocurrency community has a ceaseless admiration for memes and pop culture. From its inception, meme coins have seen exponential growth in the crypto space. Recently, some have even become more popular than mainstream cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether. CoinMarketCap ranks the top two meme coins, Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, within the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.

What Are Meme Coins?

Meme coins are cryptocurrencies inspired by memes, jokes or trends on the internet and social media. The first ever meme coin created was Dogecoin (DOGE), launched in 2013 as a parody- inspired by the popular Doge meme of a Japanese Shiba Inu dog.

Meme coins are generally highly volatile, low-value crypto assets. These coins are largely community-driven and can soar in value overnight because of community endorsements and the ‘Fear of Missing Out’ (FOMO). But just as meme coins can experience a sudden surge in prices, their value can also crash unexpectedly when the community turns their attention to the next meme coin.

Some Meme Coin Characteristics

  1. Based on an internet meme or joke

As the name implies, these cryptocurrencies are often themed around internet memes shared on social media. The two most popular meme coins, Doge and Shiba Inu, are inspired and branded around the viral image of the Japanese dog breed- the Shiba Inu.

2. No utility, just trading value

Meme coins are not held by investors for their innate value. In fact, almost all meme coins hold no intrinsic worth or real-world uses. Rather, these assets are bought and sold purely for trading and arbitrage purposes.

3. Highly volatile

Considering most meme coins have an unlimited supply and that their popularity is driven mostly by pop culture, meme coins are highly volatile crypto assets.  For example, Shiba Inu (SHIB) has a total supply of 1 quadrillion tokens, while Dogecoin (DOGE) has no maximum supply, and over 100 billion tokens are already in circulation. As such, their value is subject to extreme changes over very short periods of time.

4. Extremely low value tokens

Another characteristic of meme coins is that they are valued incredibly low. Compared with established crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ether, meme coins are relatively cheaper to buy. Dogecoin for example, the most expensive meme coin, still trades for less than $0.1 at the time of writing. Shiba Inu, the second largest meme coin, trades as cheap as $0.00001.

Investors with nothing to lose therefore feel confident spending money on meme coins since they’re worth relatively less than other crypto assets. So, whatever happens, their portfolios are not badly affected.

What Are the Most Popular Meme Coins?

According to CoinMarketCap, the three most popular meme coins by market cap includes Dogecoin (DOGE), Shibu Inu (SHIB) and Safemoon (SAFEMOON). Here’s a quick summary of each.

Dodgecoin (DODGE)

Dogecoin was invented by two developers by the names of Jackson Palmer and Billy Markus. The project began as a joke, but has since become a serious proposition since Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, began championing the coin in 2019.

DOGE has seen its value climb in recent months, hitting a market cap spike of $88 billion at its peak in May 2021. Elon Musk is now working with the Doge developers to optimize its platform and reduce its carbon footprint.

Shibu Inu (SHIB)

Shibu Inu began in April 2021. The token was launched as an “experiment in decentralized spontaneous community building” and swiftly soared in value by over 2,000,000%. It then reached and all time high of 0.000325 in October 2021.

SHIB has a total supply of one quadrillion tokens and is designed to allow users to hold billions or even trillions of them. Still, analysts have warned that it would need to climb about 12 million percent to hit its magic target of $1.

Safemoon (SAFEMOON)

SafeMoon offers a slightly more advanced tokenomic model than DOGE and SHIB. With Dogecoin for example, its infinite supply gives the token what’s known as an inflationary tokenomic model.

Improving on Dogecoins supply system, SafeMoon employs a deflationary tokenomic model, which controls the long-term supply of the token. The system takes place as follows. Every time a Safemoon transaction takes place, 5% of it is burned and a further 5% is redistributed to the remaining token holders. Therefore, the total supply of tokens is designed to constantly decrease, ensuring “safe” gains and less susceptibility to an asset bubble.

Are Meme Coins Safe?

Meme coins are most definitely not a ‘safe’ investment choice. Their inflated supply and volatility make them an innately riskier investment. Although a tweet from Elon Musk endorsing Dogecoin could send its value soaring tomorrow, its value can collapse just as fast.

Some governments also haven’t caught on to the funny side of meme coins. For example, Thai financial regulators recently banned meme coins as tradable assets in June 2021, alongside NFTs and fan tokens.

One of the main issues with meme coins is the susceptibility of scams in the form of ‘pump and dump’ schemes and ‘rug pulls’, where a developer creates a cryptocurrency with the intent of running away with investors' funds. The infamous Squid Game Coin (SQUID) was a major crypto rug pull event.


Antidepressant Microbes In Soil: How Dirt Makes You Happy

This article explains why getting dirty in the garden can be even more beneficial for mental health than previously thought. Antidepressant microbes in soil may increase production of serotonin, a stress reducing hormone in humans. The Mycobacterium vaccae bacterium was tested both by injection and ingestion on rats, and the results were increased cognitive ability, lower stress and better concentration on tasks than a control group. Includes links to original research.

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New Day Nevada Releases 2021 Legislative Scorecard

Legislator Scorecard

New Day Nevada Releases 2021 Legislative Scorecard

Scorecard Outlines How Assembly and Senate members voted on issues important to working families

NEVADA – This morning, New Day Nevada released its 2021 Legislative Scorecard to inform Nevadans how their elected officials in Carson City acted on issues important to working families. New Day Nevada’s 2021 Legislative Scorecard listed lawmakers’ actions on 8 pieces of legislation that fell into 4 different categories: lowering medical costs, K-12 education funding, protecting Democracy, and higher wages. Additionally, the Assembly’s legislative scorecard informs voters about the Student Loan Bill of Rights that was voted on in the Assembly but did not make it over to the Senate for action. From lowering medical costs to increasing education funding, the Nevada Legislature delivered tremendous legislative victories to ensure Nevada is a fairer and more supportive state for working families.

“New Day Nevada is grateful to lawmakers who voted to prioritize improving the quality of life for Nevada families,” said Riley Sutton, Executive Director of New Day Nevada. “Seven of our bills made it to Governor Sisolak’s desk for signature and his enthusiastic support will continue to secure a brighter future for our state. We are particularly proud of the work of our partners and Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro to ensure the passage of the Nevada Public Option, putting Nevadans on the path to lowering health insurance costs by 15%. We will continue to push forward on the values and policies that will put working families first — from improving opportunities for better pay to providing quality education to ensuring Nevadans have affordable, quality healthcare.”

The New Day Nevada 2021 Legislative Scorecard ranked 9 total pieces of legislation:

  1. SB420, the Nevada Public Option, creates a more affordable, statewide healthcare plan. (Passed)
  2. SB380 helps combat prescription drug cost increases with expanded transparency measures. (Passed)
  3. SB396 gets a better deal on prescription drug prices for Nevadans by allowing group purchasing. (Passed)
  4. AB382 would have cracked down on predatory student loan practices with a Student Loan Bill of Rights (Fell short of 2/3rds needed in Assembly by one vote)
  5. AB321 made permanent mail-in voting an option for all Nevada voters. (Passed)
  6. AB432 modernizes the voter registration process and expands Automatic Voter Registration. (Passed)
  7. AB126 moves Nevada to a Primary Election (instead of a Caucus) for the presidential nomination process. (Passed)
  8. AB495 increases school funding by $150 million per year with a new, dedicated tax on mining. (Passed)
  9. AJR10 raises the state minimum wage to $12 per hour in 2024 and removes loopholes in the state constitution that allow businesses to underpay their employees. This becomes a 2022 ballot question for final approval of the change. (Passed)

About New Day Nevada

New Day Nevada is dedicated to helping hardworking Nevadans who play by the rules, but who nonetheless can’t get ahead. From stagnating wages to growing medical and education costs, working families keep getting the raw end of the deal. New Day Nevada is here to stand up for the interests of working families and ensure their voice is heard by elected officials.

816 1042 New Day Nevada


Sitting down for too long each day is bad for your health so embrace movement in your day, every day!
Our motto has been “A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body” for 130 years – in latin that’s mens sana in corpore sano.
Try these five stretches that you can do from your chair and hopefully they help to keeping you active throughout the day before you head off to your Physie lesson.

This pose is designed to release tension, so slip your shoes off, and ground yourself by connecting all 4 corners of your feet to the floor. Keep your hips forward; knees directly in line with ankles; engage your core; and push your shoulder blades down.
Inhale through your nose as you raise your arms, then take 5 deep breaths.

Plant your feet on the floor, place hands on thighs, and lengthen your spine in neutral position. Inhale, and arch your back. Exhale out and round the spine, allowing your head and shoulders to naturally come forward. Repeat this 5 times.

This stretch is designed to stretch the spine and reduce stress.  Start in Mondays pose, and as you exhale hinge forward from your hips, taking your head down towards the floor. Rest your chest on your thighs, and place your hands on the floor. Stay here as you take 5 deep breaths. Sit up slowly out of this pose as you inhale.

Plant your feet firmly on the ground. Reach your arms up overhead and let your palms come together. Tilt your body over to one side and then return to the centre. Repeat opposite.

Pulling your ears is a technique that increases circulation to your face, activates awareness, and decreases stress, which is exactly what we all need on a Friday!

Start by pulling your middle earlobe out to the side four times. Pull your lower earlobe down lightly four times, and then your upper earlobe upwards four times.


Discover how to write a good research paper by writing your own! It is not difficult, and you will discover your grades are generally higher. You don’t need to attend a diploma program or major in English to write a great paper; just follow this guide, and you’ll be well on your way to learning how to write your research paper.

To begin with, write the grammar corrector name of your paper. This will tell the reader exactly what your paper is all about, without using too much info. The title should be brief and to the point, without utilizing non-metallic language. Remember, this will be read with other folks, so do not give them a lot of information to continue.

Next, put some information about yourself at the first paragraph of your newspaper. Describe who you are, and what your abilities are. After that, use details which may help you answer the question that is related to a newspaper, like a school that’s renowned for their instruction, or a job you have held.

In the next paragraph, state your decision and also briefly summarize your research. You may want to outline any principal conclusions and the reasons why you attained them. Do not state the research outcomes on the very first paragraph. This will enable readers understand the study more readily. In the end, summarize your topic temporarily, and say where the newspaper will be printed.

Now, learn how to write your document with your subject, title, and conclusion in your mind. This can allow you to know where to begin, where to finish, and exactly what to write. Practice german grammar check the research you wrote above till it comes out right. If your paper is lengthy, also contains many important points, you may want to write more than one paper. Start by outlining the things in each section.

Now, write the introduction, and then the entire body, and the conclusion. State your major point temporarily and state the truth. Then, outline the information that has been covered in the paper, and say where the newspaper will be printed.

Ultimately, summarize the end, and state where the newspaper will be printed. This is the part that’s most important because the last level is based on the last summary. Last, summarize what you learned from the newspaper, and you will find out how to write a fantastic research paper!

You should now have the ability to write a paper with little work. Make sure that you rewrite your paper once all is said and done. If you overlook, or if a newspaper is too lengthy then edit it somewhat.


In the staging of nonsmall cell carcinoma of the lung, which of the following are true?
a) Ipsilateral hilar lymph node involvement is a contraindication to surgery
b) Malignant effusion contraindicates curative resection
c) Involvement of the pericardium indicates unresectability
d) Rib invasion is a contraindication to surgery
e) Tumour involvement of the main pulmonary veins indicates T4 disease

Nitish_Bhatia Answered question July 20, 2022


Richard Staudner bei diePresse

Interview with the daily newspaper DiePresse "Doped genes are among us!"

Richard Staudner

Has gene doping already arrived in Austria? Or is it still a dream of the future? The daily newspaper "Die Presse" invited me to an interview on this topic on 26.11.2018. You can read it here.

1) How did you get into (strength) sports and what are your premises here?

I started early, when I was about 14 I went to a gym in Vienna for the first time with my brother. At 14 I just wanted to be there, I didn't even have a goal. A few years later, a physical performance thought developed out of it for me. so to be more precise, to get stronger. Aesthetic goals could never inspire me for long.

I started CrossFit 10 years ago and made this sport popular in Austria. In CrossFit, performance is definitely an important factor.

2) What is the appeal of body design?

When we talk about body sculpting, we are talking about bodybuilding, not weight training. Furthermore, we should then differentiate between the professional bodybuilder and the hobby athlete.

For most fitness enthusiasts who practice bodybuilding as a hobby, the aesthetic improvement of their figure is in the foreground, with the goal of visually standing out from the crowd. Today, it seems more important than ever to score points in your job and personal life with a healthy appearance. This can even make a difference in a job interview, as it signals a certain level of ambition. For many, however, it is simply important to cut a good figure on Saturday nights at the club. In the end, for many it's just about improving their status in society.

The professional bodybuilder also wants to show what he can create with discipline and diligence with his body. For some, this is the profession with which they earn money, as for others firefighter or doctor.

3) Doping is a topic that is not only present in elite sports, but especially in popular sports: When did you first encounter it or are/were you involved with it through clients/descriptions from friends/your own experience, etc.?

I would say that since the turn of the millennium, the popularity of doping has risen sharply. The role models in sports and cinema have changed, access to doping substances has become easier, and the Internet has slowly emerged.

Doping is enormously prevalent in popular sports. Access to doping substances is very easy and cheap. There are "dealers" in many gyms. They are mostly young amateur athletes who want to earn some extra money. The goods come mostly from underground laboratories from abroad. Of course, the online trade with these substances is also flourishing.

The ambition to win a medal is now comparable in amateur and professional sports. Amateur athletes who do not earn their money with it and still give everything to win a medal, for which there is not even prize money. Then the marathon or triathlon becomes an exaggeratedly serious goal to measure themselves against themselves. Doping agents are gladly taken here to help a little.

4) You offer endurance training, but also strength training, train/coach various top athletes, so you have insight into various sporting areas: (Where) Is doping an issue? And: What types of doping?

I have been coaching professionals from various sports for 10 years. Tennis, football, weightlifting, martial arts, and many more. Most people think of doping first of bodybuilding or weight training, which of course may be an issue there. What many don't know is that doping is present in almost every sport. From rhythmic gymnastics to biathlon. This year at the Olympic Games in Korea, there was a case in curling. Who would have suspected that or think of the case of tennis player Sharapova.

It becomes more understandable when you know that regeneration is the main reason for doping. In professional sports, it is often a matter of delivering performance several times in a row. Often there are only short recovery times between the individual competitions.

The pressure to perform on the part of the organizers, sponsors, press and also the fan community is often enormous. A professional athlete often has only a small window of time in which he can be successful and this often decides the financial future.

Not everyone can become a coach or commentator after their active career.

But doping is not limited to professional and amateur sports.

Managers turn to cocaine and Ritalin, students take amphetamines to get high for exams and to cope with the stress of learning. Even single mothers in the countryside take drugs to cope with everyday stress. All this is doping!

5) The former ZDF presenter Marcus Thomas has written a book in which he writes about his experience with weight training and also about a doping experiment. Quote: "The side effects were drastic. My whole back was full of pimples, I had sweats and didn't sleep through the night anymore. In addition, gynecomastia occurred, the mammary glands enlarged. Bodybuilders talk about 'bitch tits.' My body didn't know what to do with all the testosterone." Do you know similar stories?

Yes, of course, if you are professionally involved in this area, you will be confronted with it sooner or later. In various discount studios, doped athletes are often recognized in the locker room by the side effects they describe.

Many of these young athletes suppress or deliberately ignore the known side effects. Acne and gynecomastia are only the tip of the iceberg. Damage to the cardiovascular system or long-term hormonal imbalances are the consequences. The risk of a heart attack or stroke increases enormously. Especially in women, the physical changes are obvious, because nature did not plan it this way.

6) A comparatively new "trend" is gene doping. Is/was it an issue? If so, in which areas?

Actually, gene doping has been around for a long time. It is also via pharmacological routes with anabolic steroid hormones to interfere with our genes.

But gene doping is actually the introduction of DNA or RNA molecules into the organism. We are talking about a permanent change of the genetic material and this is not reversible.

In medicine, work on genes is used for therapeutic purposes. The goal is to cure genetic diseases, and this is still in its infancy. It stands to reason that this would also give rise to another branch, gene doping. But here the aim is to enhance performance.

Almost limitless increase in endurance, strength and regeneration ability without having to permanently take steroids, that sounds like a dream for many.

In Austria, gene doping is not yet an issue. It is too early for that.

The state of development is not far enough, the costs would still be too high (at least for mass sports) and the access to classical pharmacological agents, on the other hand, is easy, inexpensive and unfortunately enormously effective.

7) What is the "reputation" of gene doping? Is the appeal present to shape/dope oneself to the perfect athlete/body?

Gene doping is hardly discussed in the scene, the possibilities are very limited. There is a lack of access, specific knowledge and, finally, science is not yet far enough. Those who play with the idea, believe that gene doping is the "egg-laying willow sow" of performance optimization. A small intervention and you produce a lifetime more muscles or red blood cells. And the whole thing without side effects. Of course, this is a misconception.

Remember, anyone who takes classical pharmacological agents largely stops the effect when they are discontinued. This is not the case with gene doping; it is not reversible, and thus the production of the desired substance can no longer be stopped. The long-term consequences are not foreseeable.

8) Bodybuilding in particular is often in the media in connection with doping, be it steroids or gene doping, specifically myostatin blockers. What is your information on this?

These thoughts were derived from the birth of a child in Berlin with exactly this gene expression. At birth, the boy already had visibly pronounced muscles and, at the age of four, twice as much strength as children of the same age.

This was previously known only in cattle species such as the "White-Blue Belgian". The breed is considered a genetic wonder, with many health drawbacks.

On the basis of medical application, such a drug would certainly be useful to help people with muscle diseases.

9) In addition to indirect gene doping, direct (=targeted modification of the genome) is also a topic in medicine - albeit in connection with the desire to cure diseases such as cancer. But, according to the opinion: What is medically researched is quickly abused. Are those who want to dope always one step ahead of those who want to ban it?

Here it should be said, gene doping was already blacklisted by the International Doping Agency before it even became possible.

In the beginning, people who abuse it in sports are always one step ahead of the controlling authorities. But for every drug, a test has been developed to detect it. This will be no different with gene doping. It is also possible that new and complex types of doping can only be detected much later, but retroactively. What can happen then is that medals are disallowed years later. The doping athlete must always keep this risk in mind.

10) Like other types of doping, gene doping has/had negative consequences for the body, especially in the autoimmune area. Is it nevertheless accepted? Why?

In sports like bodybuilding, the quest for more and more muscles is almost endless. Many are not aware that our bodies, however, are not infinitely resilient. Imagine being able to pack another 10-20kg more muscle onto the already massive bodies of professional bodybuilders through gene doping. That's not unrealistic! But next they must then dope bones and tendon ligament apparatus, because these would break or travel under these new loads.

Any athlete who takes drugs on a long-term basis should be aware of the risks. Most of them take it to improve aesthetics or to increase performance. Depending on their personality type, some people will do anything to become a world champion in their sporting discipline. As in all areas where there is a lot of money and recognition at stake, cheating and even violence are sometimes used in sports to eliminate competition. In sports it is no different than in politics and economy, fairness is not always written in capital letters. Which definitely does not correspond to the Olympic idea.

11) One in two high-performance athletes would be willing to die within five years if taking a doping drug guaranteed them a gold medal at the Olympic Games. This was the result of a survey conducted by the US physician Bob Goldman in 1982. He repeated the survey at two-year intervals until 1995, and the results were always similar. Do you think athletes would still answer that way in 2018?

I am of the opinion that if you offer someone at this level the chance to win gold, but he or she has to take a doping drug that cannot be detected but limits life expectancy, many would agree. For us the motivation behind such thoughts is hardly comprehensible, but for other people successes of this kind have a completely different meaning. In countries like Russia, Olympic medalists are rewarded quite differently than in Austria, for example.

12) Are there things related to gene doping that I haven't addressed but that you think would still be important to mention?

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Learning and forgetting are two important characteristics in manufacturing environments where workers are cross-trained to increase their flexibility of adapting to different tasks. Cross-training is introduced by industries so that one worker can work on multiple stations. This thesis develops two models: (i) a probabilistic learning curve approach to the production lot size problem to determine the economic manufactured quantity (EMQ); (ii) a real options approach to the valuation of cross-training with product life cycle. Different workers perceive the complexity of a certain task differently and each worker will have his/her learning curve with its individual characteristics. So, it is more realistic to assume that the learning curve characteristics are random variables with given probability density functions. Furthermore, for the second model, the demand of the product follows three-regime product life cycle. Each regime is modeled by a geometric Brownian motion. The net present value (NPV) is calculated using the real options. The results show that there is a significant change in the NPV compared to standard model with simplified assumption

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What Makes a Great Musician?

You can have two individuals, with comparable musical technical ability, play the same precise notes on a guitar and obtain fully totally different response from the audience. You may also have musicians who train day in and day out and change into extraordinarily good at technically manipulating their instrument however if you hear them play, they hardly evoke any emotional reaction in the audience. However, you may have the opposite type of musicians, who may either be technically good or not, but their delivery all the time triggers a palpable emotional response in their audience. So what is the factor that makes the difference?

Maybe we will begin to answer that by following it with these questions. Does the great musician really need an instrument to become one? Or, to phrase it another manner, does the instrument have anything to do in creating an ideal musician? The reply is, as you may need guessed, not really. The instrument is purely incidental, actually, an amazing musician can merely whistle and get a favorable audience reaction. Why? because they’re born with the interior data of the common language of music, also know as, the gift of music. The possession of that data or expertise is the important distinction between the great musician versus the instrumental player. The nice musician usually has a clear reference to the musical language within themselves, making it simple for them to precise it. To the extent they can tap into that energy the greater they will reach the audience. The not so nice musician, alternatively, has a blurred connection, if at all. You’ll be able to play your instrument till you drop dead, if the notes aren’t related to your inside language of music you are merely playing notes, not music.

The unlucky difference between the language of music and another language is that, you can not study it. If you’re born with it, you’ll be able to learn to higher tap into it, if you’re not born with it nevertheless, you might as well take up Spanish. For those born with it, working towards your music should contain nice attention to the connection of yourself to the language of music as much as the time spent along with your instrument creating your technique. By that I imply, in order to tap into the energy of music easily, you will have to spend quite a lot of time taking care of your physical, mental, emotional and non secular health as opposed to just concentrating in your instrument. Ultimately, it is your usefulness, in terms of inspiring and touching your viewers that makes you a great musician.

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‘Machines’ Are Replacing ‘Men’! FAA Committee Urges Switching To ‘Gender-Free’ Terms To Be More Woke

An FAA advisory committee is recommending that the transportation agency embrace a woke shift from ‘exclusionary language’ to more ‘gender-free’ terms.

A Federal Aviation Administration advisory committee is recommending that the largest government transportation agency embrace a woke shift away from “imprecise and exclusionary language” to use more “gender-free” terminology when referring to practices in the industry.

In its newest report, the FAA’s Drone Advisory Committee says that to become “an industry that is respectful, welcoming, and brings value to the receiver,” the transportation agency should consider evolving its language to become more inclusive for its employees.

“The primary reason for these recommended changes is to make aviation more inclusive by reducing or eliminating language that reflects intentional or unintentional bias; many of the terms are historical and stem from an earlier era of aviation. We focused mainly on gender bias, particularly on language that derived from what was once a male-dominated industry. But we also reflected a more modern recognition that gender can be non-binary and that personal preferences should be respected whenever possible,” the report states.

Now, instead of using words such as “cockpit,” “unmanned aviation” and “man-made,” the 17-person committee would prefer the terminology be limited to “flight deck,” “uncrewed aviation” and “machine-made.” The report also recommends that in place of using pronouns synonymous with someone’s sex, the agency completely do-away with “his or her,” which is “unnecessarily wordy and enforces a gender binary,” to solely use “they, them, their, or theirs.”

This change, the report states, not only makes “workers feel safe sharing their views” but also prevents male workers from using certain phrases “to undermine femme co-workers.”

“Research shows that the utilization of gender-neutral language can lead to a more inclusive environment that draws more people to the industry and helps keep them there,” the report states.

The drone committee not only stated its wishes for the FAA to quickly review and implement the language recommendation but also expressed hopes that others in the airline industry would follow suit.

“This is really bigger than just the drone industry,” Trish Gilbert, a committee member and executive vice president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, told the Washington Post. “The entire aviation community, we believe, is watching.”

It is unclear when the FAA is expected to adopt the recommendations, but Deputy Administrator Bradley Mims already hinted that “implementing gender-neutral language into the aviation community is an important step towards achieving diversity and inclusion in the workforce.”


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TokyoMTG Card Grading Information

Making it easy to understand for customers

In the collectibles industry, an item's condition determines its overall value. There is a standardized system used to represent a collector card's condition such as, [Excellent], [Good], [Fine], etc.. Used initially for pro baseball trading cards, this grading system was adopted by the collectible card game industry as a whole. Although this system is great for those who truly care about a card's condition, there have been problems where it's far too complicated and difficult for a new user to understand. After all, this grading system is used for vintage collectibles and Magic cards weren't only made for collecting.

So with that in mind, we want to make TokyoMTG's card grading system more simplified. For most players,the most important part is if the card is playable or not. After years of interacting with players, it seems that there are lots of people who don't care about the card's condition as long as they can sleeve it up and play. So with that said, TokyoMTG has simplified the grading system as a whole; the card is graded at first glance and determined to be in good condition or not.

The TokyoMTG online store lists the grade underneath the card name.

Regular condition means that there are no major problems with the card and no problem using it in a sleeve. There may be slight scratches on the back, frame or even surface of the card, but nothing noticeable at a glance. There are no issues compared to other cards and no problem playing with the card in a sleeve.

Played cards are clearly in worse condition than Regular cards. However, the important point is that even "Played" cards can be used in a tournament setting when used in a sleeve. TokyoMTG does not sell damage cards that cannot be used in competitive Magic on our website.

A Played card's poor condition (not sure you want to use the word "Damage" if you can avoid it) can be seen even at a glance. The level of that poor condition depends on the card itself, but includes various things like scratches, dents, folds, water wrinkles, stains and ink. None of these are to the level that the card is no longer recognizable.

Due to the nature of Played cards, their sell and buy prices are going to differ from Regular cards. In general, they are about 20% cheaper than a Regular card. If you don't care about the condition of a card then Played cards are a real bargain!

Regarding High-end Cards

There are loads of popular cards in Magic. Among those, the most remarkable cards are treated as "High-end" cards here at TokyoMTG. Since these are expensive and come in all sorts of conditions, there is no uniform or set price; all of them are treated as a one of a kind card. You can check out our High-end card conditions through the high resolution scans on our website.

※Images here are examples only. Condition varies from card to card.


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