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Course Number: MATH 10270 Instructor: Richard Hind This is a second mathematics course for Arts and Letters and Architecture students. As the Roman architect Vitruvius pointed out 2000 years ago, architecture is a broad enterprise bringing together virtually all the elements of the human experience: spirituality, intelligence and creativity, economics, politics and sociology, as well as aesthetics, structural engineering, and mathematics. The agenda of this course has a focus on the last three: aesthetics, structural aspects, and related mathematics. The architecture of the world’s great historic buildings will be the environment in which the narrative of this course is developed. The aesthetic and structural properties of these structures will be described following a chronological line. Whenever the opportunity presents itself, this discussion will be informed by basic modern mathematics (such as geometry, trigonometry, and calculus). While the mathematical comments about the buildings considered are standard by today’s criteria, they would (for the most part) have been beyond the reach of the architects who built them.

On Friday, the day before International Women’s Day, a UN Committee expressed concern about “wide racial disparities” in sexual and reproductive health in the United States, reports RH Reality Check. Remarks were made concerning this issue at the end of a two-week session in Geneva, Switzerland, where the UN reviewed the nation’s observance of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD), a human rights agreement which requires countries to take pro-active measures to address racial inequalities. While a number of issues were addressed concerning racial discrimination in the U.S., such as racial segregation in schools and discrimination in the criminal justice system, there was also a focus on severe reproductive health disparities between women of color and white women. Among those were these findings by the Center for Reproductive Rights: - African-American women are nearly four times more likely to die in childbirth than white women, 23 times more likely to be infected with HIV/AIDS and 14 times more likely to die from the disease. - American-Indian/Alaskan Native women are over 5 times more likely than white women to have chlamydia and over 7 times more likely to contract syphilis. - The unplanned pregnancy rate among Latinas is twice the national average; and Latinas are much more likely to contract human papillomavirus, the infection that leads to cervical cancer. The Committee gave the U.S. the following recommendations to improve the status of these serious disparities in reproductive health care: improve access to pre- and post-natal care, including the elimination of eligibility barriers to Medicaid; improve access to contraceptive and family planning methods; and lastly, provide comprehensive sexual education aimed at the prevention of unintended pregnancies and STIs.

Pub gets a new 'Starter' in book game Wednesday’s fete to celebrate the publication of Gigi Levangie Grazer‘s third book, “The Starter Wife” (Simon & Schuster), was less a launch party than a coronation; the confetti replaced by pink and blue Uggs — an item that looms large in Grazer’s narrative. Among those who overfilled the Polo Lounge’s private room at the BevHills Hotel were hubby Brian Grazer and his “Cinderella Man” star Russell Crowe, Ron Meyer, Brad Grey, Ed Limato and Jim Wiatt. Also on hand were fellow gimlet-eyed L.A. scribes Bruce Wagner and Jackie Collins. “I think what she’s doing is great,” said Collins, who is completing her 25th book. “We write about the real Hollywood.”

Dreamy house single from the Oakland duo, released on influential electronica label Ghostly. The Melbourne singer-songwriter’s latest song stars off as a soft, folky track before crescendoing with a clash of drums and electric guitars. No surprise that Músa hails from the Sunshine Coast, with her latest dream pop single perfectly capturing the feel of summer. A paean to Sydneysiders’ favourite flora, this local quintet’s debut single is an effortlessly charming slice of indie rock. Calling her sound “critical fantasy”, Tokyo’s Nana Yamato bedroom pop mixes shoegaze guitars with a lo-fi drum machine for a sound distinctly her own. Loving and passionate indie rock from this Brooklyn-based, Sydney-raised musician, featuring American musician Thomas Bartlett on piano. Inspired by Echo and the Bunnymen and early New Order, Sydney duo Salarymen’s latest is an undeniable new wave tune. Electro post-punk with a sense of humour, the Swedish band Viagra Boys turn cold menace into pop delight.

The Appeal Court sitting in Makurdi, the Benue state capital, on Saturday dismissed a triplet appeal filed separately by the trio of Governor Samuel Ortom, Independent National Elections Commission (INEC) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The court also awarded N200, 000 each as cost against the appellants. The trio is all respondents in Emmanuel Jime and the All Progressive Congress (APC) petition at the tribunal holden at Makurdi. The five-man appeal panel led by Hon. Justice Jummai H. Sankey, while dismissing the appeals, in a unanimous decision, described the appeals as lacking in merit and abuse of court process. INEC, Samuel Ortom and the PDP had, in separate appeals approached the Court of Appeal to challenge the decision of the lower court (Tribunal) to reserve ruling on applications file before it till the final day of judgement. Read Also: Nobody intimidated INEC officials, witnesses tell tribunal They appellants variously argued and summited before the Appeal Court that by differing ruling on applications to the last day of judgement amount to denial or breach of fair hearing. But in its ruling, the Appeal Court declared the appellants failed to show course on how their right to fair hearing is breached or threatened. “We have painstakingly looked at the arguments canvassed by the applicants but failed to see where and how their right for fair hearing is breached. “We rather found out that the cry for denial of fair hearing is speculative, and since speculation has no place in law, we hereby declare that this appeal is lacking in merit and is hereby dismissed,” the court ruled. J .H Sankey addressing counsels in court after delivering judgement on the three appeals said: “We are doing everything possible to in discourage these appeals brought before us in piecemeal. “Counsels should educate their clients on the need to wait till judgement is delivered at the Lower Court before approaching the Appeal Court”. Discussion about this post

019 – Interview – Jinger! January 28, 2019March 3, 2019 shezampod_qzd1rq This week Kayla sits down with a very special guest, the one and only Jinger! Jinger’s Instagram One thought on “019 – Interview – Jinger!” I don’t think this was posted when you uploaded the interview, but thought you might like to share: Jinger Retrospective 1992 to present

“Jesus said to them. ‘Truly! I say to you! At the renewal of all things, When the Son of Man Is seated on his glorious throne, You who have followed me Will also sit on twelve thrones, Judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Everyone who has left Houses, Or brothers, Or sisters, Or father Or mother Or children Or lands, For my name’s sake, Will receive a hundredfold. They will inherit eternal life.’” ὁ δὲ Ἰησοῦς εἶπεν αὐτοῖςνμοῦ ὀνόματός, πολλ. This demanding saying of Jesus, talking about giving up family and land for eternal life, can be found in Mark, chapter 10:29-30, and Luke, chapter 18:29-30, but slightly different. Jesus then issued a solemn proclamation to his disciples (ὁ δὲ Ἰησοῦς εἶπεν αὐτοῖς Ἀμὴν λέγω ὑμῖν). He told them, if they had followed him (ὅτι ὑμεῖς οἱ ἀκολουθήσαντές μοι), that at the renewal of all things, the rebirth, the end times (ἐν τῇ παλινγενεσίᾳ), the Son of Man would be seated on his glorious throne ). At that same time, his followers, these 12 disciple apostles, would sit on 12 thrones, judging the 12 tribes of Israel ). Everyone who has left (καὶ πᾶς ὅστις ἀφῆκεν) houses (οἰκίας), brothers (ἢ ἀδελφοὺς), sisters (ἢ ἀδελφὰς), father (ἢ πατέρα), mother (ἢ μητέρα), children (ἢ τέκνα), or lands (ἢ ἀγροὺς) for his name (ἕνεκεν τοῦ ἐμοῦ ὀνόματός) would receive a hundredfold (πολλαπλασίονα λήμψεται). They would inherit eternal life (καὶ ζωὴν αἰώνιον κληρονομήσει).

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<issue_start><issue_comment>Title: Add color detection for hex colors from Int values username_0: Just another simple matcher for matching colors defines like this ``` UIColor(hex: 0x5856d6) ``` Of course, I can create this using this UIColor extention ``` extension UIColor { convenience init(red: Int, green: Int, blue: Int) { assert(red >= 0 && red <= 255, "Invalid red component") assert(green >= 0 && green <= 255, "Invalid green component") assert(blue >= 0 && blue <= 255, "Invalid blue component") self.init(red: CGFloat(red) / 255.0, green: CGFloat(green) / 255.0, blue: CGFloat(blue) / 255.0, alpha: 1.0) } convenience init(hex: Int) { self.init(red:(hex >> 16) & 0xff, green:(hex >> 8) & 0xff, blue:hex & 0xff) } } ``` <issue_comment>username_1: @username_0 Hi, thanks for the PR I make `HexMatcher` a little special so that it does not check for `UIColor` or `NSColor`, because sometimes we have an array of strings of hex color codes. But I think I will borrow from your code, and make the pattern accept `#FFAABB` as well as `0xFFAABB` What do you think? <issue_comment>username_0: Makes sense to me! <issue_comment>username_1: @username_0 So I made it here https://github.com/username_1/XcodeColorSense/commit/f8ca62f9e9715ce4d9ce86898cbd3b3394a2f7e0 It supports both styles ```swift let _ = NSColor.hex("#FFAABB") let _ = UIColor(hex: 0xFFAABB) ``` I 'll close this PR for now. Feel free to reopen it. Many thanks. I like your PR <issue_comment>username_0: Works great! Thank you for accepting my PR

1. Learn how to figure things out “I think it would be helpful to dispel the misconception of how science is about blowing stuff up and so on. I think science is about figuring things out; it helps you develop critical thinking skills.” – Pan, Science and Maths tutor 2. Find something relevant to the student Pan’s thoughts were echoed by Gurs, another top science tutor: “I’d have to say that you need to find something engaging, something relevant to the student. Are they annoyed that their year-old phone has no battery life? Well then, let’s have a look at how a simple battery works, let’s see what ions are involved and how charging and discharging affects how the battery functions. Let’s go over turning forces and moments on paper, then get a student to push open a door from the hinges and then from the handle. Hopefully you can show a student that there are real life applications to the things they learn from textbooks.” – Gurs, Science tutor 3. Nurture students’ interests “I think if a child is curious about the natural world then there’s a good chance they will gravitate towards science. But it depends on how that interest is nurtured by their parents and their teachers.” – Tom, Science tutor 4. Get practical! Make science hands on, advises science tutor, Rosie. “When children are young they are excited with anything which is practical and hands on! Therefore, I would encourage getting children involved in various science experiments. When I was teaching at the McLeod Centre we did several experiments, among which the lamb heart dissection was most popular. Hearts can be obtained from the local butcher for free, and there are several pictures/videos/tutorials online which can explain regions of the heart! Regular trips to the science museums, and several demonstrations or hands-on seminars at the local library also encourage an awareness of science.” – Rosie, Science tutor Check out Rosie’s recent blog on encouraging girls to take STEM subjects.

Cross-infection is at the centre of the dental implant clinic ethos. Consequently a dedicated recognised flow design sterilizing centre adhering to strict current HTM 01-05 regulations has been specifically constructed. Incorporated into the centre are ultrasonic cleaners and autoclave sterilization. Infection control and hygiene procedures. Sterilisation and cleansing is achieved to the highest standards.

You’re growing your own fruit and vegetables. You’re eating free-range meat and eggs, and you’re investing in non-disposable products. You’re recycling, reusing, and thrifting. You’re making eco-conscious lifestyle choices to feel better - mentally and physically - but why stop there? If you want to go green all the way (especially if you're growing your food), consider your plants’ health and garden soil too! The effects of organic fertilisers aren’t as immediate as chemicals such as pesticides. But unlike chemicals, they’re 100% natural, inexpensive, and significantly improve soil structure. Organic fertilisers are naturally produced by animals or come from plants, and they improve your soil structure. In contrast, chemical fertilisers are composed of synthetic substances, and their purpose is to feed the plant. Chemical fertilisers don’t do anything for soil health. Organic fertilisers are generally easy to come by. If you choose to DIY, it’s just a matter of throwing kitchen scraps together in a compost heap, leaving them for a few weeks, and then applying them to your garden soil. It’s a long process, but it’s worth it as you feed valuable nutrients back to the soil. Organic fertilisers come in many forms. They can be liquid or dry, and you can buy organic fertilisers or make your own. While raw ingredients can be applied directly to your garden, the most effective organic fertiliser is a mixture of multiple raw ingredients, which form compost. One important thing to remember: these ingredients need to decompose completely, otherwise their nutrients (undiluted and acidic) will overload the soil. Bananas are 42% potassium, one of the primary nutrients required by plants and soil. They also contain nitrogen, magnesium, and phosphorus, which are three other essential nutrients for soil health. Potato peels, onion peels, cabbage, lettuce, and other vegetable scraps are critical components of a rich compost heap. For example, potato skins are loaded with potassium, while cabbage contains magnesium and potassium. Your soil needs these nutrients. Even your garden loves coffee! While some plants are more sensitive to caffeine (coffee grounds can inhibit the growth of certain plants) coffee grounds are rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Your soil will lap it up. Eggs are rich in protein and a staple in most meals. But once you’ve cracked, scrambled, and eaten them, don’t get rid of the shells! Eggshells are full of calcium (and also contain potassium) - this mineral can lower the acidity of your soil and prompt plant growth by strengthening plant cell walls.

Learning at Ekya “Education is not the learning of facts but training the mind to think” At Ekya, we believe that learning is a lifelong journey and knowing how to learn is a skill in itself. Our learning process focuses on creating lifelong learners with the means to adapt and thrive in a constantly changing world. Learning as a goal is truly achieved only when students are able to transfer their learnings to new situations. To enable this, at Ekya, we provide opportunities for students to nurture their curiosity, present ideas, explore authentic tasks such as engineering and design challenges and research reports. Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue? Are there more than 118 elements? Why did dinosaurs become extinct? The curiosity that lies behind these questions and the drive to find the answers is what learning Science is all about. Physics is one of the most fundamental scientific disciplines and its main goal is to understand how the universe works. Studying physics develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills. At Ekya, the students delve into the world of Physics through problem-solving tasks using light and sound, experiments with force and motion in the primary grades to tasks such as the Reverse Engineering project, Air Bag Challenge, and Hybrid Vehicle Design Challenge in the senior grades. These tasks help the students to engage with real-world applications. Students engage with the scientific content through strategies such as scientific sketching, CER – Claim Evidence Reasoning framework, IIC – Identify, interpret and Conclude, etc. Teamwork, empathy, and reflecting on their own learnings play key roles in this process. The culture at Ekya promotes collaboration, cohesive interaction, and a safe space for students to voice their thoughts and queries. Teachers are trained to appreciate and acknowledge every student and gradually help them expand their boundaries. Every student has their own pace when it comes to learning. Teachers play an important role in levelling this learning graph by helping those who need extra care and providing hands-on sessions whenever necessary. Culture routines like affirmations, good things, centering, and reflections induce value and empathy in the classrooms. The objective for every stakeholder at Ekya is the success of students. Our learning and culture practices, processes, and pedagogies allow students to achieve their goals, make a difference and be future ready. By, Komathi K, Physics Curriculum Designer, Ekya – CMR K 12 Schools

Family Ride on the Otago Central Rail Trail Words & Film Photos by Jessie McRae Illustration by @leeleebefrank Route Map 7 minutes The family Messenger had given a particularly loud ‘DING’ one night in early 2019 with a message from my Aunty. ‘Let’s have Christmas in NZ this year and, beforehand, cycle the Otago Central Rail Trail. I’ve always wanted to do it. All invited, no matter where you are in the world. I’ll organise bikes, just let me know if you’re keen.’ I don’t know how many of us were in this chat, but 15 replied with a thumbs up and we were off. The youngest member of our party was 8, the oldest 81. When you’re a kid, it’s easy to take family holidays for granted. Granted that there will be one at least every couple of years, granted that most of the family will be there, granted that you’ll have a good time. It’s only once you start getting older that you realise that family holidays take a fair bit of organising and buy in, and not everyone always has a good time. I guess that’s why I’m so grateful for this particular holiday. When I was old enough to not take it for granted, and young enough to have a bloody good time. Clyde to Ophir With most of us coming from overseas, we’d organised for a company to supply us with bikes and get us to the start (or end, depending on which way you want to ride) of the Central Otago Rail Trail at Clyde. I’m going to suggest that if you have the option of bringing your own bike, you most definitely should take it. When you’re uncomfortable or unfamiliar with a bike, it only adds to the difficulty of a journey. The bikes we were given weren’t the worst, but they weren’t built for each individual riding them. Imagine a cruiser bike and MTB had a child, and that’s what we were given. But less cute. Alas, beggars can’t be choosers and only a poor workwoman blames her tools, right? We departed Clyde just before lunch, knowing that cheese rolls were available just down the trail. For much of the first day, the path is flat and straight. There’s plenty of room to ride two or three across, and barely any other traffic coming the other way, so it’s easy to chat with your fellow riders as you oil out your rusty legs and iron out any problems you might have with your bike. After about 24km of flat and cruisy gravel, you’ll come to a noticeable incline. Known as Tiger Hill, this uphill stretch lasts from Chatto Creek to Omakau. The highest point of the trail doesn’t come until day 3, but Tiger Hill is the most obvious incline you’ll face, so take comfort in knowing that the gentle burn in your quads is justified and Ophir is less than 15km away. It’s super easy to freedom camp anywhere along this Rail Trail, as long as you’re in the know about how to toilet appropriately in the bush, you’re prepared for the weather and know where your next food resupply will be. If you fancy the comforts of a warm shower though, Black’s Hotel or Ophir Lodge will do you just nicely. Ophir to Oturehua The sun was shining and energy amongst the family was infectious for day 2 of our journey. After passing through the first tunnel of the day, the trail winds itself across and along the gushing Manuherikia River. You’ll pass through Lauder about 10km into the day, an excellent alternative campsite for night 1 if you enjoy stargazing and have more gas in the tank after reaching Ophir. After crossing back over the Manuherikia River (no need to prepare for an actual river crossing, there’s bridges everywhere), you’ll ride 17km through Ida Valley to Oturehua. The Hawkdun Mountains make an epic backdrop for this section, particularly if they’ve had a sprinkling of snow. When you reach Oturehua, 33km later, don’t forget to check out Gilchrists General Store for a range of old school lollies, classic Kiwi foods and throwback memorabilia. The Crow’s Nest Backpackers, a quaint spot within walking distance of the Oturehua Railway Hotel, is a great choice of accommodation here if you’re not freedom camping. Oturehua to Hyde Day 3 brought rain and wind, something this section of trail is notorious for. If you’re lucky, the side wind that hits you will turn into a tail wind, but best not to count on it. After 12km you’ll reach Wedderburn, the highest point on the trail at 618m above sea level. From there it’s downhill for 13.5km, making it easy to reach Ranfurly for a late lunch. If you fancy an afternoon off the saddle, Ranfurly Holiday Park & Motels provides cabins and camping facilities. If you’re pushing on to Hyde for the night, you’ll notice a welcomed drop in elevation as you ride out of Ranfurly. Undulating sections of trail will periodically come and go as you pass through the towns of Waipiata, Kokonga and Daisybank. Eventually you’ll come to Tiroiti, which I believe is one of the most scenic sections of the entire trail. It’s marked by a red gangers’ shed, which has some historic information on the Rail Trail inside and is great to seek shelter in. A short but steep walking track leading down to the river lies just before Prices Creek Tunnel. Years ago, Chinese gold miners cut a tunnel into the rock on the mountainside and consequently diverted the water to create a pretty badass section of white water in the process. Worth jumping off the bike to see before pushing on past white clay cliffs to Hyde. If you’re lucky enough to stay at the Otago Central Hotel in Hyde, say hi to Jan and Dean from us (the motley crew wearing matching shirts), and enjoy a home cooked meal and glass of L & P to celebrate your last night on the trail. Hyde to Middlemarch On trips where I don’t have access to a shower or warm meals, the last day is always a mixture of sadness and excitement. Bikepacking in the luxurious manner my family chose, I only felt sadness. Hyde Station appears 2km outside of Hyde and then it’s onto endless fields of rolling green hills. There’s plenty of sheep in Aotearoa, and I think 1/3 of them must reside along this section of the Rail Trail. Being all downhill, it took our group less than two hours to reach Middlemarch. If I’m being honest, the end of the trail is a little disappointing. It’s a roadside sign 400 metres out of Middlemarch, but once you see it, it’s hard not to feel a sense of gratitude and achievement for the past 152km of Kiwi countryside cycling. The Central Otago Rail Trail is great, but what really makes it worth doing are the people you meet along the way, the towns you visit and the food on offer. We met a 91 year old cycling on an E-bike, a crew of 4 training for Tour Aotearoa by cycling the entire Rail Trail in one day, and a heap of day trippers. It was a unique family holiday that provided so many laughs and memorable moments. The trail and our trip wouldn’t have been the same if we had driven through Central Otago – you can’t appreciate this rugged land and its people the same way in doing so – and that’s why cycling through it is so worth doing if you want to experience the heart of Aotearoa. When Jessie isn’t outside riding, you’ll find her online at toitū.co; a little sustainable outdoor gear biz that that’s got a curated selection of bike bags, amongst other sustainable goods.

The Setting The Text in Context The Lands of the Bible Climate, Flora, and Fauna Israel and the Nations The Hebrew Bible The Setting of the Genesis Stories The Patriarchs in Canaan The Exodus and Wilderness Traditions The Stories of Joshua and the Judges, Samuel and Saul The Stories of David and Solomon Ancient Trade Routes The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah The Assyrian Empire The Kingdom of Judah The Babylonian Empire The Persian Empire Judah, Yehud, and Judea Alexander's Empire and its Aftermath: The Hellenistic Period Jerusalem in the 1st Millennium BCE The New Testament The Kingdom of Herod and his Successors The Ministry of Jesus and the Beginnings of the Church The Roman Empire: The Background of the New Testament Jerusalem in New Testament Times Paul's Journeys The Cradle of Christianity Archaeology in Bible Lands Archaeology in the Ancient Near East Archaeology and the Bible Adrian Curtis is Senior Lecturer in Hebrew Bible at the University of Manchester. Gr 10 Up-More text-heavy than a traditional atlas, this book presents the lands of the Bible in four sections: "The Setting" (including chapters on "Climate, Flora, and Fauna" and "Israel and the Nations"), "The Hebrew Bible," "The New Testament," and "Archaeology in Bible Lands." The main revisions since the 1984 edition are visual. Nearly all of the maps and illustrations are now in color. While the images greatly relieve the density of the text, many serve a largely decorative function. Portions of the text have also been revised, based on archaeological discoveries and to avoid religious-based terminology and place names, where possible. The narrative is engaging, clear, and carefully neutral, and biblical citations are provided. In addition, readers are reminded that although biblical events are presented in a geographic context, it cannot be assumed that they are historically accurate, and that on occasion different sections of the Bible give alternate versions of events. Along with a general index, there is a comprehensive geographic index and a chronology of rulers and events in Syria-Palestine, Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Asia Minor from approximately 43,000 B.C.E. to 330 C.E. Schools with courses on religious studies/ancient civilizations and/or the Bible will want this resource for their serious and senior students, and all libraries owning the third edition will want to replace it with this handsome new volume.-Linda Greengrass, Bank Street College Library, New York City Copyright 2007 Reed Business Information. `Review from previous edition Very up to date . . . stunning photographs . . . an exciting handbook that needs to be readily to hand for any serious Bible scholar of any age' Common Ground: The Journal of the Council of Christians and Jews `recommended for all public libraries as a handsome background resource for Bible study' Library Journal `Recommended' Church Review Curtis (Hebrew Bible, Univ. of Manchester), a Methodist lay preacher, offers the first revision of the Oxford Bible Atlas (OBA) since the 1984 third edition. The contents have been thoroughly revised and include 81 full-color illustrations as well as 27 maps-e.g., of Jerusalem and the Holy Land, the Middle East and the eastern Mediterranean lands-all with terrain modeling. The text is divided into four main sections: "The Setting," "The Hebrew Bible," "The New Testament," and "Archaeology in Bible Lands." A chronological chart adapted from The Oxford History of the Biblical World (1998) helps orient the user. As the relatively small number of maps might indicate, this is less an atlas than a guide to the OBA for the general reader, placing the Old and New Testaments into their geographical, historical, cultural, and archaeological contexts and reflecting the latest scholarship. BOTTOM LINE Other recently published biblical atlases to consider include The IVP Atlas of Bible History (2006), The Hammond Atlas of the Bible Lands (2007), and The Historical Atlas of the Bible (Book Sales, 2006). This edition is recommended for all public libraries as a handsome background resource for Bible study.-Edward K. Werner, St. Lucie Cty. Lib. Syst., Fort Pierce, FL Copyright 2007 Reed Business Information.

An organization needs to be vigilant in determining the nature of their supplier’s ESD program. Evidence of the program’s reliability should be readily available. The next step is to assess all areas in the organization’s internal product realization chain, where product is or may become vulnerable to an ESD event. These must be clearly identified and properly controlled. It should be noted that one complaint from a field failure could have a devastating effect on the company’s ability to maintain operations, jeopardizing future success. An independent, third party assessment can help organizations not only identify areas of weakness, but help to prevent ESD occurrences. ESD audits are typically 1 to 2 day and occur annually. They are easily integrated with any current QMS certification assessment and can be performed simultaneously, prior or subsequent to this assessment. The courses include ANSI/ESD S20.20 Standard Understanding and Internal Auditor Training, etc.

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Finding a way to get into (or close to!) the water is a great way for everyone to relax in the summer. For kids, a day of swimming or playing by the water can be an adventure like no other. If you’re looking for an opportunity to let your kids cool off and have fun this summer, read on! You’ll find our top five ways to get kids in enjoying the water in Front Royal. Discover swimming lessons, kayaking, fishing, and more, and plan some fun outings to make this summer memorable. Swimming pools are a classic summer favorite for kids and their parents alike! With lifeguards on hand and controlled water conditions, swimming pools are among the safest places for kids of all ages to swim. Parents can enjoy relaxing in the sun or jump in and cool off themselves! There are two fantastic outdoor pools to explore in the Front Royal area. Claude A. Stokes Community Pool is located right in town, and open every afternoon through the summer months. With a water slide, diving board, and zip line, as well as wading and fountain pools, there’s something here for kids of all ages to enjoy. Let the games of Marco Polo begin! Another great option for a summery outdoor pool in a rural setting is the Northern Virginia 4-H Center. The pool opens to the public Thursdays-Sundays in June and July. Both pools offer swimming lessons, so if your little swimmers need some coaching they can find it in Front Royal, too! If you have small kids or limited time, you may not feel the need to go all in with a pool day to satisfy your family’s need for refreshing water fun. For these situations, Front Royal’s Splash Pad is a great fit. Head to the Dr. Seide Memorial Botanical Gardens to explore this fun, kid-friendly water attraction. You'll leave with a wet, happy, and refreshed crew. Bigger kids will love the adventure of taking on the Shenandoah River in a kayak or canoe. Bring some fun snacks, load up with water, and plan your outdoor adventure with one of Front Royal’s fun and helpful river outfitters. It’s a great way to get everyone outside and enjoying the fantastic natural beauty around Front Royal without undertaking a more strenuous activity like a hike. Bonus: with the outfitter doing all the planning, parents can relax too, without having to sweat the logistics! Getting outdoors together is a great way to enjoy family time in the summer, and kids will love it if you can plan your next outdoor time somewhere they can enjoy the water. In Front Royal, an evening on the banks of the Shenandoah River is easy to plan and fun for everyone. Head to one of Front Royal’s many river access points. Adults can enjoy the scenic beauty, while kids explore the banks of the river, and maybe even get their feet wet. Our top picks: Eastham Park and Shenandoah River State Park. Don’t forget that a flowing river can be much more dangerous for children than a pool. Children should explore parts of the river where they can easily walk on the bottom, and should be closely supervised at all times. Sharp items can end up of a river bottom, so shoes are a must too! Much smaller than the Shenandoah River, but overflowing with fun for kids, Happy Creek flows right through Front Royal. Head to the Lions Park/Gertrude E. Miller Park complex for access to the creek that is perfect for a family adventure. Kids can enjoy exploring the water, and even try their hand at fishing. If the stocking truck’s been by lately, they may just get lucky. Happy Creek is also a great place to observe other water wildlife. Maybe you’ll come home with some tadpoles to raise. When they’re ready for a break from the river, there are playgrounds aplenty to choose from right there in the park! From the pool to the river, with a lot in between, Front Royal has it all when it comes to finding a place for kids to enjoy getting wet in the summer! Get outdoors in Front Royal with your kids this summer, and enjoy cooling off, making memories, and experiencing water adventure in lots of different ways!

The Tudors lived and ruled in Britain between 1485 and 1603, just over a century. But it was a century that changed the whole of British history. The first of the Tudors was Henry VII. He became king when he defeated his rival, Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field. For many years, English nobles had been fighting one another in a civil war called 'The Wars of the Roses'. The roses refers to the House of Lancaster and the House of York, both of whom used a rose as an emblem. What Henry VII did was to marry someone from the opposite house and in this way bring both houses together. From then on England was united. At the start of Tudor times England was exhausted from fighting, and a lot poorer as a result. Then Henry VII died and the crown passed to his son Henry VIII. England was the poor man of Europe among the big nations. But there was trouble ahead when Henry found he could not have a son by his first wife. When he wanted to divorce her and marry Anne Boleyn, the Pope refused. In the end Henry took the amazing step of taking England out of the Roman Catholic Church and setting up the Church of England. It had the useful side effect that Henry could now take over all church lands and their money, which made England a bit wealthier. Henry also set up the first English navy. That was to be very useful in times to come. As you probably know, Henry was famous for getting through six wives, often by ruthless means. Then he died, and his son Edward took over. But Edward died young, and the throne passed to his sister Mary, who wanted to make England Catholic again. Then she died and the throne passed to her sister, Elizabeth. Elizabeth's reign was long and very remarkable. She, like her father, was a ruthless person, and turned a blind eye when English pirates stormed the Spanish galleys bringing treasure they had stolen from the Incas and Aztecs back to Spain. The arrangement was that Elizabeth would get a share. The King of Spain was furious, and also, being a Catholic, wanted England to go back to being Catholic. So he launched a large invasion fleet called the Armada. The Armada was badly managed by the Spanish and made to flee by the English Navy. After this, life in Tudor England became easier, and the first expeditions to North America, and then round the world, laid the foundation for the English (later British) Empire. In Elizabethan times many middle class people became wealthy enough to rebuild their houses, and those sturdy houses are the ones we still see today.

Argentina posts a total of 44.4 million mobile lines by the end of August, a rise of 18.5% since last year. According to the figures by a local consultancy only between 35 and 37 million lines were actually in service. The two operators that lead the market with nearly 14 million subscribers each are Claro Argentina and Movistar..

Q: Adding wxPython GUI elements in a pygame physics simulation I have made a pygame physics simulation--'a projectile motion' but it lacks interactivity like accepting angle of launch,speed etc. I am wanting to add input boxes with increase decrease arrows but don't know how to go about it. Thanks for the help. A: Maybe you can try PGU (Phil's pyGame Utilities). In addition to other tools, it has a library for creating GUIs. This PGU demo shows probably something similar to that you are looking for: A: Try Some of these: http://wiki.wxpython.org/IntegratingPyGame http://www.pygame.org/project-Pygame+embedded+in+wxPython-1580-2788.html Good luck! A: I don't think trying to add wx-Elements is a very pygame way of implementing a GUI, a better (in sense of portable) way would be to use some all-in-python-GUI-extention for pygame. But the issue of GUI in pygame is anoying, since I could not find any library that offeres such a thing. I know of two interesting approches, first there is Albow (a little bit of widgetry for pygame), which has a nice implementation of styles. The newest Version (which is not very new, I'm afraid) can be found at http://www.cosc.canterbury.ac.nz/greg.ewing/python/Albow/ Then there is OcempGUI http://ocemp.sourceforge.net/gui.html -- which has documentation and an some good concepts of event handling. The sad thing is, both projects seem to be dead. I know of no other pygame-GUI that is worth looking at (correct my on that one, please!). For my own project I started to build something inspired by both of them (just don't expect that to ever become useable), since I'm not really content with either of the two. But they might by just the thing if you don't want to put too much time into it and want to have a good collection of GUI elements from labels and buttons up to file browsing dialogs or scrollable text fields.

Current psychological formulations of GAD emphasise excessive worry as the core feature of the disorder and are concerned with understanding the nature of worry and the conditions under which it persists. A comprehensive overview of theory, treatment and research on worry can be found in Davey & Wells (2006). In this section we summarise the work of the most prominent theorists in the field. Borkovec and his colleagues have conducted extensive and influential research on the nature of worry (cf. Borkovec & Newman, 1999). Key findings are the predominance of verbal self-talk rather than imagery in worry, the inhibiting effect of worry on emotional processing of threat-related material and the significant connection between GAD and interpersonal factors. The relationships between these factors are quite complex but in essence worry is conceptualised as a form of cognitive avoidance that functions to decrease sympathetic arousal to perceived threat and to inhibit emotional processing thereby preventing extinction of the fear response (Borkovec, Ray & Stoeber, 1998). It is an attempt to avoid the anxious arousal or anticipated catastrophe associated with negative events or deeper level emotional concerns and to the extent that this succeeds its role as a coping response is strengthened through a process of negative reinforcement. The deeper level concerns are thought to be predominantly interpersonal in nature. Borkovec (1994) suggests that insecure attachments to primary caregivers, as well as psychosocial traumas in early childhood, may be strongly related to the sense of uncontrollability of negative events that is so characteristic of GAD. The cognitive model of GAD developed by Adrian Wells is based on a distinction between two types of worry: Type 1 worries, which concern everyday events and bodily sensations, and Type 2 worries, which are focused on the act of worrying itself and reflect both positive and negative appraisals of worrisome activity (Wells, 1999). There is evidence that the content of Type 1 worries is very similar to normal worries (Craske et al., 1989) and that GAD is associated in particular with Type 2 worries. The theory proposes a particular sequence of events. Once triggered, the worry cycle persists initially through the activation of positive Type 2 worries (positive metacognitions such as 'worry helps me cope', 'worry prevents bad things happening'), which in turn increase the accessibility of, and sensitivity to, threat-related information and lead to more intense worrying. The balance of appraisal then shifts to predominantly negative Type 2 worries ('my worries are uncontrollable', 'I could go crazy with worrying'), which motivate attempts to reduce distress and regain control. These attempts may involve avoidance, reassurance seeking, suppression of upsetting thoughts or engagement in distracting activities all of which may, in fact, reinforce worry as a coping strategy rather than reducing it. Deliberate attempts to suppress unwanted thoughts, for example, may inadvertently lead to an increase in their intrusiveness (Clark et al., 1991). The cognitive model of GAD developed by Dugas et al. (1998) consists of four components: intolerance of uncertainty, erroneous beliefs about worry, poor problem solving and cognitive avoidance. Clearly this draws on some of the same empirical and conceptual base as Wells and Borkovec. In addition, however, a distinction is made between worries that are amenable to problem solving and worries about situations that cannot be resolved or which may never occur. Cognitive exposure is thought to be ideally suited to the second but not the first type of worrying. Although chronic worry is the primary focus of psychological theorising it is important to remember that this state of mind is not necessarily accompanied by the physiological symptoms of increased motor tension, vigilance and behavioural inhibition that are required for a diagnosis. Worry always carries some degree of emotional charge but it may be best viewed as a core feature of anxious temperament rather than as the core feature of GAD per se, that is, as a personality trait that results in an episode of GAD when somatic symptoms of arousal are added in response to a period of acute or chronic stress (cf. Akiskal, 1998; Rickels & Rynn, 2001). There are dangers of oversimplification, therefore, when GAD is seen as primarily a disorder of maladaptive cognitive processing in which worry is the essential defining feature, which drives the emotional response. Both somatic symptoms and chronic worrying are features of GAD, with varying emphases depending on the individual concerned. Theories of GAD need to account for both cognitive and biological maintaining factors and their joint relation to proximal environmental stressors and developmental vulnerabilities (Goldberg & Goodyear, 2005). Generalised anxiety disorder is a complex emotional response in which cognitive appraisal processes are likely to be one significant causal factor and associative learning processes linking events with anxious arousal another (cf. Power & Dalgleish, 1999). PSYCHOLOGICAL TREATMENTS Standard Treatment Strategies Guidance for therapists on the psychological treatment of GAD can be found in a number of reviews and treatment manuals (Andrews et al., 2002; Borkovec & Newman, 1999; Brown et al., 2002; Clark, 1989; Wells & Butler, 1997). Guidance for sufferers can be found in sections of general self-help books (such as Butler & Hope, 1996), treatment manuals (Andrews et al., 2002) and books focused solely on worry and how to cope with it (such as Hallowell, 1997). All of these sources adopt as their primary focus the broad 'coping skills' approach that is characteristic of cognitive behavioural therapy. Habitual, maladaptive cycles of worry and tension need to be reversed through systematic, repetitive focus on, firstly, understanding the personal triggers and patterns of thinking, behaving and feeling that underlie the disorder and, secondly, on acquiring active habits of reacting to these triggers with more balanced thinking, lower arousal, and active problem solving. The standard therapies for GAD, evaluated in clinical trials from 1980 to 2000, have been broadly based on the procedures and principles of cognitive therapy as applied to the appraisal of threat (Beck, Emery & Greenberg, 1985) and behaviour therapy as applied to reducing muscle tension through relaxation training (Bernstein & Borkovec, 1973; Ost, 1987). These approaches will be familiar to therapists with a basic training in cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT). The primary emphasis is on a process of self-regulation in which the sufferer learns to understand and then interrupt his or her particular cycle of anxiety triggers, bodily responses and worries with coping strategies based on either reducing arousal and muscle tension or changing the beliefs, and appraisal processes that underlie worrisome thinking. Clinical and research evidence suggests that confidence in either approach can bring about significant reductions in the severity of GAD but confidence in both is probably most effective. As GAD sufferers are often socially anxious, lacking in self-esteem and demoralised by life circumstances, therapeutic strategies involving graded exposure, assertiveness training and problem solving may also be helpful. At its most ambitious the overall goal of therapy is to bring about a fundamental shift in coping from an essentially passive, worried, inhibited reaction to potential threat to an active, problem-solving approach in which stressful events and emotional reactions are accepted and managed. For those GAD sufferers who accept worry and tension as an unchangeable aspect of their personality and have only limited insight into the maladaptive nature of the disorder, therapists face a considerable change in bringing about active engagement with the demands of therapy. Motivational issues are frequently complicated by the presence of comorbid disorders and effective therapy is likely to depend crucially on the collaborative development of a formulation that emphasises the central role of worry and tension in maintaining the problems perceived to be most distressing. More than 30 clinical trials of the efficacy of psychological treatments for GAD were published between 1975 and 2002, about half of which used DSM-defined diagnostic criteria from DSM-III onwards. The evidence is largely limited to CBT as this form of psychotherapy has been the main focus of evaluation in randomised controlled trials. A few non-CBT psychotherapies have been evaluated but only in the context of control conditions for testing the efficacy of CBT against non-specific treatment effects Most of the early trials compared 'cognitive-behavioural' therapies (cognitive restructuring, relaxation training, biofeedback, systematic desensitisation, anxiety management training) with no treatment, waiting list or psychological placebo. More recent trials have employed more complex and sophisticated combinations of behavioural and cognitive therapies with a more specific focus on worry. Direct comparisons of psychological therapy with pharmacotherapy are very few in number, most notably a comparison of diazepam, CBT and placebo, each alone and in combination (Power et al., 1990), and a comparison of drug and psychological therapy for GAD, panic disorder and dysthymia (Tyrer et al., 1993). Systematic reviews of these clinical trials have addressed a number of questions - the most important, for initial consideration, being whether or not treatment is more effective than no treatment. A meta-analytic review by Gould and colleagues (Gould et al., 1997) addressed treatment efficacy for 13 studies comparing psychological therapy with no treatment, wait-list or psychological placebo and 22 studies comparing pharmacotherapy with pill placebo. Both within- and between-group effect sizes were calculated for anxiety and depression measures at post-treatment and, where available, for follow-up. Length of treatment was fairly short (three to nine weeks for pharmacotherapy and six to 15 weeks for psychological therapy) and follow-up data limited to six months in six of the psychological treatment studies. The majority of studies allowed comorbid anxiety disorders as long as GAD was the primary disorder. The results indicated that, for severity of anxiety symptoms at post-treatment, both CBT and pharmacotherapy were superior to control conditions and of broadly similar efficacy with moderately large effect sizes (ES = 0.70 for CBT, ES = 0.61 for pharmacotherapy). For severity of depressive symptoms CBT was associated with a significantly greater antidepressant effect than pharmacotherapy (ES = 0.77 for CBT, ES = 0.46 for pharmacotherapy). Among CBT interventions there was evidence that the combination of cognitive and behavioural techniques was more efficacious than each used independently. The limited evidence on follow-up for CBT conditions suggested that therapeutic gains were largely maintained and the authors contrasted this finding with other evidence that the long-term efficacy of pharmacotherapy (mainly benzodiazepines in this review) was attenuated following medication discontinuation. In the short term, therefore, it might be reasonable to conclude that CBT and phar-macotherapy are both efficacious but that CBT, importantly, may have the edge in the maintenance of treatment gains and in treating comorbid depression. Benzodiazepines, however, are no longer considered to be an appropriate first-line treatment for GAD because of dependency and withdrawal problems and an increased risk of sedation and industrial and road traffic accidents with prolonged treatment. In contrast, the newer antidepressants (such as the SSRI, paroxetine) can be effective with GAD and comorbid depression, in both the short and longer term, and carry a reduced risk of dependency and rebound withdrawal problems (Ballenger et al., 2001; Davidson, 2001). The safest conclusion is that both CBT and antidepressants are broadly equivalent in efficacy and more effective than no treatment. A more recent review by Borkovec & Ruscio (2001) analysed effect sizes for 10 of the same studies as in the previous review plus three studies not included, one of which compared CBT with psychoanalytic therapy (Durham et al., 1994) and one of which evaluated CBT for GAD in older adults (Stanley et al., 1996). This review is of interest in including a detailed breakdown of the methodological characteristics of the studies (described as generally rigorous) and in analysing effect sizes for four aggregated comparison groups: CBT, CT or BT, placebo or alternative therapies, wait list/no-treatment. Effect-size calculations were based on the five most commonly used outcome measures for anxiety (assessor rated severity of GAD on a 0-8 scale, Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety, and the Trait version of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory) and depression (Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression and Beck Depression Inventory). The outcome of the analysis was consistent across studies with CBT clearly associated with the largest within-group and between-group effect sizes relative to all other comparison conditions. The absence of change in the wait-list/no treatment conditions is particularly striking in this review with mean within-group effect sizes on anxiety measures at post-treatment being 2.48 for CBT conditions and 0.01 for wait-list no treatment conditions. In the absence of treatment GAD shows little change and the spontaneous remission rate is estimated at around 20-25 % (Ballenger et al., 2001). Cognitive behaviour therapy is clearly established as an efficacious treatment for GAD (cf. Roth & Fonagy, 1996; Westen & Morrison, 2001), and is recommended as a first line treatment in the NICE guidelines (National Institute for Clinical Excellence, 2004), but what about the clinical significance of treatment effects? Fisher & Durham (1999) reviewed six clinical trials conducted between 1990 and 1998, all of which used rigorous selection criteria and employed the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-T) (Spielberger et al., 1983) as a common outcome measure. Jacobson's methodology for determining clinically significant change (Jacobson et al., 1999) was applied to the STAI-T to allocate individual participants (total n = 404) to one of four categories: reliable deterioration, no change, reliable improvement within the dysfunctional population and recovery. A recovery rate of about 40 % was found for the sample as a whole with 12 of the 20 treatment conditions obtaining very modest recovery rates of 30 % or less. The best results were found with individual CBT and applied relaxation, which had recovery rates at six months follow-up of 50-60%. Evidence of treatment efficacy over the longer term (several years or more) is limited. Seivewright and colleagues conducted a five-year follow-up of a cohort of 210 psychiatric outpatients suffering from GAD, panic disorder or dysthymic disorder and randomised to medication, CBT or self help (Seivewright et al., 1998). Sixty per cent had a broadly favourable outcome with the remainder handicapped either intermittently or continuously throughout the follow-up period. Of relevance to the current discussion is that neither initial diagnosis or treatment condition was found to be of predictive value. A 10 to 14 year follow-up of two clinical trials was recently completed in central Scotland using structured interview with an assessor blind to initial treatment condition (Durham et al., 2003). One of the studies (Power et al., 1990), had been based in primary care using DSM-III criteria, and had compared CBT with a benzodiazepine and placebo whereas the other (Durham et al., 1994) had been based in secondary care and compared CBT with analytic psychotherapy. Follow-up samples were relatively low (30 % and 55 % of trial entrants respectively) but broadly representative of the original cohorts. Overall, 30 % to 40 % of participants were recovered (free of symptoms) and 30 % to 40 % did poorly. Outcome was significantly worse for the study based in secondary care in which the clinical presentation of participants was more complex and severe. Treatment with CBT was associated with significantly lower overall severity of symptomatology and less interim treatment, in comparison with non-CBT conditions, but there was no evidence that CBT influenced diagnostic status, probability of recovery or patient perceptions of overall improvement. Treatment gains following CBT may, therefore, be less enduring than had been assumed from clinical trials with six- to 12-month follow-up periods. Sustained reductions in vulnerability to episodes of GAD, or other anxiety and depressive disorders, may occur in only a minority of people following a course of therapy. Some do well over the shorter term but relapse following stressful events and still others suffer a chronic course with continuing disability and distress. It seems reasonable to conclude that both CBT and the complexity and severity of presenting problems have a significant influence on the long-term outcome of GAD. This raises two important questions for the future: can we identify the characteristics of subgroups of people with GAD who do well and who do poorly and can we improve the power of current treatments and the quality of service delivery? The search for reliable factors that moderate response to therapy is a natural step given the evidence of variable outcome and is of considerable theoretical importance. Unfortunately, small sample sizes and diverse measures, to name just two methodological difficulties, have limited growth of knowledge in this area (Durham, 2006). It is probably helpful at the outset to distinguish between general prognostic factors indicative of the overall likelihood of change for a person having GAD, irrespective of treatment received, and more specific treatment response indicators, reflecting that person's willingness and ability to engage with the demands of therapy. The former concern the complexity and severity of the person's presenting symptomatology and underlying vulnerability, the quality of their social adjustment and the severity of associated psychosocial stressors, whereas the latter concern the perceived suitability and power of the treatment being offered, the quality of the therapeutic alliance and the degree of engagement in therapeutic tasks. A conceptual framework for outcome prediction along these lines has been described by Durham, Swan & Fisher (2000) who suggest that general prognostic factors will be most strongly related to outcome over the longer term and specific treatment response indicators will be most closely related to short- and medium-term outcome. They devised scales to reflect these two factors on the basis of both general research on prognostic factors in anxiety and depressive disorders and GAD clinical trial data (cf. Durham et al., 1997). General prognostic indicators are reflected in the CASP index (Complexity and Severity of Presenting Problems) while treatment response indicators are reflected in the CAIR index (Collaborative Alliance and Initial Response). The CASP is a simple additive scale based on a yes/no rating of the following eight factors: • previous psychiatric treatment; • single, widowed or divorced; • significant relationship difficulties; • low socioeconomic status; • high self-reported symptomatology; • high clinician-rated clinical global severity. Of these variables, the importance of comorbidity (axis 1 and 2), social adjustment/ marital tension, global severity of disorder and, to a lesser extent, low socioeconomic status/unemployment, have received independent support (cf. Borkovec et al., 2002; Yonkers et al., 2000). The CASP index was used in a clinical effectiveness study to test whether or not more intensive CBT (15 versus nine sessions) was more effective with poor prognosis GAD patients (Durham et al., 2004). A comparison group of good prognosis GAD patients (low scores on the CASP) was given brief CBT (five sessions). There were no differences in outcome between the levels of treatment for the poor prognosis patients and both did relatively poorly at post-treatment and six month follow-up. In contrast, the good prognosis condition did significantly better at six-month follow-up than poor prognosis patients despite receiving only brief treatment. This result lends some support for the validity of the CASP but further refinement and testing of the scale is clearly needed. Generalised anxiety disorder is clearly a difficult condition to treat effectively on account of both its chronicity and complexity of presentation and our incomplete understanding of the essential vulnerabilities and psychological mechanisms that maintain the disorder. Although clinical trials have established that cognitive behavioural therapies, based on standard behavioural and cognitive strategies, are more efficacious than no treatment or alternative therapies, treatment effects are generally modest and may not be sustained over the longer term. Preliminary evidence on treatment efficacy in routine clinical practice suggests that recovery rates may be lower outside specialist treatment centres. Three issues need to be addressed if we are to improve the effectiveness of psychological treatment. First, as argued persuasively by Ballenger et al. (2001), there is a need to increase awareness of the importance of the disorder as a potential source of long-term damage to physical and mental health, as well as quality of life, and as a suitable focus, therefore, for clinical assessment and intervention. Generalised anxiety disorder is frequently overlooked in healthcare settings, and consequently undertreated, either because presenting complaints such as fatigue or sleeping problems are given more weight than the underlying pattern of chronic worry and tension of which they are a part or because its presence is masked by other disorders, which are judged to be primary and which become the main focus of attention. The importance of GAD and the key questions required to make a diagnosis need greater emphasis in the education of healthcare professionals. Second, it will be of value for both clinical and health economic reasons to develop prognostic indices that identify those people who are likely to respond positively to brief intervention and those who may require more intensive therapy and long-term management. Generalised anxiety disorder is a common condition, trained therapists are scarce and, for the large number of people with less severe or subthreshold forms of the disorder, self-help and brief CBT is likely to be the most effective and efficient clinical response. There are well-established programmes of this kind (White, 2000; Williams, 2003) that can be incorporated into a stepped care model of service delivery as advocated in the NICE guidelines (National Institute for Clinical Excellence, 2004). For those people whose prognosis is poor, or who fail to respond to brief intervention, more intensive therapy will be required. The exact nature of this more intensive therapy has yet to be established and this is the third issue that needs to be addressed. The promise of theoretical advances in our understanding of the nature of chronic worry and tension is the development of treatment strategies that target more precisely those vulnerabilities and psychological processes that keep the disorder going. This has been one of the central themes of clinical researchers such as Adrian Wells and Tom Borkovec and there is no doubt that progress has been made. Candidates for future clinical trials include worry exposure and worry behaviour prevention (Brown, O'Leary & Barlow, 2002), cognitive therapy focussed on metacognition (Wells, 1999), therapy for interpersonal difficulties (Crits-Christoff et al., 1996; Newman etal., 2002), mindfulness training (Roemer & Orsillo, 2002) and a therapeutic focus on intolerance of uncertainty (Ladoucer et al., 2000). A recent analysis of the efficacy of those newer therapies by Fisher (2006) does suggest that they can deliver significantly higher recovery rates although large scale clinical trials have yet to be undertaken. Was this article helpful?

Presentation on theme: ""An invention is..." With your partner, try to think what the definition of an invention is. You may use dictionaries on the net. Write 1 definition."— Presentation transcript: "An invention is..." With your partner, try to think what the definition of an invention is. You may use dictionaries on the net. Write 1 definition. Dictionary.com Oxford Dictionaries Online Merriam-Webster Dictionary "Invention is the creation of a new device, process, or product“. The Discovery School site "an original device or process”. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary Definitions Top 10 Inventions As a class, students will choose the ten most important inventions of the 20th century. Partners will research important facts about the greatest invention that had an impact on people's lives. Top 10 Inventions Which invention has really changed the way people live? Which ones would be the most difficult to live without? Which inventions have the greatest impact on most people around the world? Top 10 Inventions Write your answers in the Forum. Add your choice. Make sure the invention was invented during the 1900s – Add the following details: the name of the invention a picture of the invention the name of the inventor the date or year it was invented one or two facts about how it was invented a description of what it does Top 10 Inventions – Writing Task Review the findings of the class. Which field do most of them belong to (communication, medicine, transportation, games, education, housewares)? Explain why. Think of an invention that will make life better / easier. Describe your invention – give your invention a name, what it looks like, how it works, who can use it, how it will improve people's lives. Write your essay in Word and send it to my E.mail.

Invite preschoolers to an art exploration that engages the senses and encourages children to create in a whole new way! Engage in this fun activity with your preschooler that supports gross motor, fine motor, and math development. This activity is great anytime of year, especially during spring along with your Flowers & Bees theme. One of the first signs of spring is seeing bees buzzing around flowers. Bees are fascinating creatures and preschoolers love to observe and learn about them. Having my Flowers and Bees Activity Pack on-hand will help you support your preschoolers interest in flowers and bees. This pack supports preschoolers in developing literacy, math, science, and motor skills while learning about flowers and bees! Get minds buzzing with this hands-on math activity for preschoolers and kindergartners. This sorting activity supports numeracy development as students read the numeral at the base of the hive, then complete the hive by finding the matching written number and quantity of bees! Preschoolers love engaging in scientific explorations! Making flowers change colors is a rewarding way to explore the scientific process. The magic happens over a short period of time leaving just enough space for children to make observations and predictions. Here are step-by-step directions and tips for this activity. Preschoolers love to explore flowers. So many vibrant and beautiful colors, what's not to love? Preschoolers also love to engage in pretend play. Combining the two interests with a Flower Shop Dramatic Play Setup results in a joyful and engaging learning experience. Creating a Flower Shop is easy with my Flower Shop Dramatic Play Pack! This pack includes all of the signs, and printable props you'll need to set up your pretend play flower shop. What can I help you find?

#pragma once // `krbn::version_monitor` can be used safely in a multi-threaded environment. #include "constants.hpp" #include "logger.hpp" #include <fstream> #include <nod/nod.hpp> #include <pqrs/filesystem.hpp> #include <pqrs/osx/file_monitor.hpp> #include <pqrs/string.hpp> namespace krbn { class version_monitor final : public pqrs::dispatcher::extra::dispatcher_client { public: // Signals (invoked from the shared dispatcher thread) nod::signal<void(const std::string& version)> changed; // Methods version_monitor(const version_monitor&) = delete; version_monitor(const std::string& version_file_path) : version_file_path_(version_file_path) { version_ = pqrs::osx::file_monitor::read_file(version_file_path_); std::vector<std::string> targets = { version_file_path_, }; file_monitor_ = std::make_unique<pqrs::osx::file_monitor>(weak_dispatcher_, targets); file_monitor_->file_changed.connect([this](auto&& changed_file_path, auto&& changed_file_body) { if (changed_file_body) { if (version_) { if (*version_ == *changed_file_body) { return; } } else if (!version_ && !changed_file_body) { return; } std::string version_string(std::begin(*changed_file_body), std::end(*changed_file_body)); pqrs::string::trim(version_string); logger::get_logger()->info("Version is changed to {0}", version_string); version_ = changed_file_body; enqueue_to_dispatcher([this, version_string] { changed(version_string); }); } }); } virtual ~version_monitor(void) { detach_from_dispatcher([this] { file_monitor_ = nullptr; }); } void async_start() { file_monitor_->async_start(); } void async_manual_check(void) { file_monitor_->enqueue_file_changed(version_file_path_); } private: std::string version_file_path_; std::shared_ptr<std::vector<uint8_t>> version_; std::unique_ptr<pqrs::osx::file_monitor> file_monitor_; }; } // namespace krbn

Company overview Dello Mano uses local ingredients wherever possible, with its famous luxury brownies showcasing Queensland grown produce including Buderim ginger, macadamias, and Di Bella coffee beans. In 2014, Dello Mano’s handmade brownies were distributed at the G20 Leaders Summit in the International Media Centre to over 2000 media and G20 delegates promoting the endless opportunities Queensland offers in high value and quality food products. Dello Mano was established in 2006, inspired by a family trip to Italy. During its visit, the family saw the passion of storekeepers who gifted everyday food items to their customers, and returned to Australia and set up Dello Mano in response to the amazing care it had witnessed and to celebrate the art and humanity of handmade food. Dello Mano roughly translates from Italian to “of the hand”, a name the family felt embraced the provenance of its business mission while also expressing its love and commitment to handmade real food. Since its early days, Dello Mano Brownies have been enjoyed by Hollywood movie and rock legends, world leaders (G20 Brownie Providore) and people everywhere. This family business is proud to have innovated, ignited and led the Australian brownie Revolution from Brisbane, Queensland. In Australia it partners with companies such as BMW, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Mercedes and offers an extended range of products including luxury handmade cakes and treats at two retail stores as well as online and through a selected number of premium food stores. Products Dello Mano products include the Dello Mano Luxury Brownie Gift Box sold in gift boxes or as individual units. Its brand and products are enjoyed by premium end clients of international brands like Louis Vuitton, Cartier and BMW. Its brownies are made in small batches to protect and deliver an artisan experience. The company is passionate about its products and goes to great lengths to source quality ingredients.

Ushering in the New Era of Solar Fuels Years Ahead of Schedule IAUS's new solar technology is the first to offer the possibility of competing head-to-head with fossil fuels for both electricity and gasoline production. It costs less now than the World Government's goal for solar power cost per kilowatt by the year 2020. IAUS's unique thin-film lens focuses the sun's energy, producing super-heated steam for power generation. IAUS's panels are inexpensive, efficient, and require virtually no maintenance. Typical solar reflector panels ( e.g. solar dishes, troughs, heliostats) are very expensive and require a great deal of maintenance to sustain a solar focal point. Once installed, IAUS's lenses need no further adjustment. Other solar technologies, such as photovoltaic (PV) panels, are also very expensive and require an expensive inverter to convert DC power to AC. They also require expensive batteries for power storage. Unlike PV systems, IAUS's product does not need an expensive inverter or battery storage. It operates on heat and produces heat as a byproduct. This energy can be stored using a chemical regeneration process held in a continuous cycle. This chemical, in turn, is then used to create steam when there is no sun. This unique added process costs significantly less than batteries; so much so, that it offers a reasonable answer to 24/7 solar power. Currently, the world's annual energy market is approximately $3 trillion and growing rapidly. It is two times larger than the world's agricultural market and four times larger than the cost of the world's military. Solar Power Breakthrough IAUS Hits Milestone Previously Thought to be Impossible IAUS has successfully finished its first high-volume run of its new breakthrough solar panels. Nearly 1,000 Kilowatts of IAUS's solar panels were manufactured in a short 24-hour run. On a 24/7 operating schedule, an estimated 350 Megawatts of IAUS panels can be produced annually. In comparison, a traditional photovoltaic (PV) solar module manufacturing plant with a yearly capacity equal to IAUS would cost an estimated $840 Million to construct. IAUS's unique thin-film solar lens can be produced at a fraction of the cost of today's traditional photovoltaic solar panels. IAUS believes its new product is the first solar power technology with legitimate potential to compete with gas and other fossil fuels in the immediate future. Low-cost energy produced by IAUS's new patented and patent-pending solar technology can be used to generate electricity or produce clean fuels such as hydrogen and green methanol (gasoline replacements) at a competitive price. IAUS plans to quickly expand its annual solar panel production capacity this year to 1 Gigawatt, which is enough to supply an estimated $2 Billion in sales per year. Click Here to see IAUS's Lens heat generation demonstration. The super-high temperature at the focal point instantly ignites a block of wood. Look closely, you can see Click Here to see IAUS's louvering lens technology IAUS's new louver design eliminates nearly 80% of the maximum wind load pressure on both the panels and the steel structure. Click Here to see IAUS's Hydraulic Pivot Technology IAUS's new hydraulic pivot design eliminate the high cost of traditional gear systems. View Hydraulic Pivot Technology in use.

The schoolboy who slammed his head on his desk during a meet and greet with Tony Abbott has admitted he was hoping the act would get him attention. The then prime minister visited a grade four class at Seaforth Public School in Sydney’s Northern Beaches in August 2014, where he was discussing persuasive writing with students. One student went viral after he was pictured with his head down on the desk right under Mr Abbott’s nose. Five years on, the now 16-year-old has republished the photo on his Reddit account ahead of the Federal election on May 18. The student, who operates under the handle GrumpyandFat, said the photo is ‘pretty relevant in my electorate at the moment’ as Mr Abbott gears up to challenge independent Zali Steggall to keep his previously safe Liberal seat in Warringah. ‘Also, this is the closest to fame I’ll ever get,’ he admitted. But the teenager said he doesn’t expect Mr Abbott to retain his seat on Saturday. He said while he is not old enough to vote, not only is he expecting Ms Steggall to win, but he wants the change, too. ‘My brother goes to school with Zali Steggall’s son, so I’m hoping for her to win,’ he said. Mr Abbott has held the electorate since 1994 and it has been considered one of Liberal’s strongest seats ever since. But Ms Steggall is polling strongly, and there is an argument that the barrister and former Olympic skiier may edge Abbott out during Saturday’s election.

Today he was on CNBC. All he said was, "I'm very happy to be here, this is very exciting to me, to be surrounding by so many *special* people." And on that note, the audience simply erupted in cheers and applause. It was pathetic, how easily excited they got. Like they think in their minds in that moment, "Wow, gosh darn it, the President really thinks I'm special!" But it was in New Hampshire mind you, so even their smarter people are probably still borderline retarded, but still...

Meaning of fundamental analysis Fundamental analysis is method of finding out the future price of a stock which an investor wishes to buy. Fundamental analysis is used to determine the intrinsic value of the share of a company to find out whether it is overpriced or under priced by examining the underlying forces that affect the well being of the economy, Industry groups and companies. Fundamental analysis is simply an examination of future earnings potential of a company, by looking into various factors that impact the performance of the company. The prime objective of a fundamental analysis is to value the stock and accordingly buy and sell the stocks on the basis of its valuation in the market. The fundamental analysis consists of economic, industry and company analysis. This approach is sometimes referred to as a top-down method of analysis. Types of financial analysis to be done before making Investment The actual value of a security, as opposed to its market price or book value is called intrinsic value. The intrinsic value includes other variables such as brand name, trademarks, and copyrights that are often difficult to calculate and sometimes not accurately reflected in the market price. One way to look at it is that the market capitalization is the price (i.e. what investors are willing to pay for the company and intrinsic value is the value (i.e. what the company is really worth). The fundamental analysis consists of economic, industry and company analysis. This approach is sometimes referred to as a top-down method of analysis. a) At the economy level, fundamental analysis focus on economic data (such as GDP, Foreign exchange and Inflation etc.) to assess the present and future growth of the economy. b) At the industry level, fundamental analysis examines the supply and demand forces for the products offered. c) At the company level, fundamental analysis examines the financial data (such as balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement etc.), management, business concept and competition. a) ECONOMIC ANALYSIS: Economic analysis occupies the first place in the financial analysis top down approach. When the economy is having sustainable growth, then the industry group (Sectors) and companies will get benefit and grow faster. The analysis of macroeconomic environment is essential to understand the behavior of the stock prices. The commonly analysed macro economic factors are as follows: a) gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate b) exchange rates c) balance of payments (BOP) d) current account deficit e) government policy (fiscal and monetary policy) f) domestic legislation (laws and regulations) g) unemployment rates h) public attitude (consumer confidence) j) interest rates k) productivity (output per worker) l) capacity utilisation (output by the firm). b) INDUSTRY OR SECTOR ANALYSIS: The second step in the fundamental analysis of securities is Industry analysis. An industry or sector is a group of firms that have similar technological structure of production and produce similar products. These industries are classified according to their reactions to the different phases of the business cycle. They are classified into growth, cyclical, defensive and cyclical growth industry. A market assessment tool designed to provide a business with an idea of the complexity of a particular industry. Industry analysis involves reviewing the economic, political and market factors that influence the way the industry develops. Major factors can include the power wielded by suppliers and buyers, the condition of competitors and the likelihood of new market entrants. The industry analysis should take into account the following factors. a) Characteristics of the industry b) Demand and market for the product. c) Government policy d) Labour and other industrial problems exist or not. e) Capabilities of management. f) Future prospects of the industry c) COMPANY OR CORPORATE ANALYSIS: Company analysis is a study of variables that influence the future of a firm both qualitatively and quantitatively. It is a method of assessing the competitive position of a firm, its earning and profitability, the efficiency with which it operates its financial position and its future with respect to earning of its shareholders. This analysis can be done with the held of financial statements. Financial statement means a statement or document which explains necessary financial information. Financial statements express the financial position of a business at the end of accounting period (Balance Sheet) and result of its operations performed during the year (Profit and Loss Account). In order to determine whether the financial or operational performance of company is satisfactory or not, the financial data are analyzed. Different methods are used for this purpose. The main techniques of financial analysis are: 1) Comparative Financial Statements: In comparative financial statement, the financial statements of two periods are kept by side so that they can be compared. By preparing comparative statement the nature and quantum of change in different items can be calculated and it also helps in future estimates. 2) Trend Analysis: In order to compare the financial statements of various years trend percentages are significant. Trend analysis helps in future forecast of various items on the basis of the data of previous years. Under this method one year is taken as base year and on its basis the ratios in percentage for other years are calculated. 3) Common Size Statement: Common size financial statements are such statements in which items of the financial statements are converted in percentage on the basis of common base. In common size Income Statement, net sales may be considered as 100 percent. Other items are converted as its proportion. Similarly, for the Balance sheet items total assets or total liabilities may be taken as 100 percent and proportion of other items to this total can be calculated in percentage. 4) Fund Flow Statement: Fund Flow Statement is prepared to find out financial changes between two dates. It is a technique of analyzing financial statements. With the help of this statement, the amount of change in the funds of a business between two dates and reasons thereof can be ascertained. The investor could see clearly the amount of funds generated or lost in operations. 5) Cash Flow Statement: The cash flow statement expresses the reasons of change in cash balances of company between two dates. It provides a summary of stocks of cash and uses of cash in the organization. With the help of cash flow statement the investor can review the cash movement over an operating cycle. The factors responsible for the reduction of cash balances in spite of increase in profits or vice versa can be found out. 6) Ratio Analysis: Ratio is a relationship between two figures expressed mathematically. It is quantitative relationship between two items for the purpose of comparison. Ratio analysis is a technique of analyzing financial statements. It helps in estimating financial soundness or weakness. Ratios present the relationships between items presented in profit and loss account and balance sheet. It summaries the data for easy understanding, comparison and interpretation. Meaning of technical analysis In fundamental analysis, a value of a stock is predicted with risk-return framework based on economic environment. An alternative approach to predict stock price behaviour is known as technical analysis. It is frequently used as a supplement rather than as a substitute to fundamental analysis. Technical analysis is based on notion that security prices are determined by the supply of and demand for securities. It uses historical financial data on charts to find meaningful patterns, and using the patterns to predict future prices. In the words of Edwards and Magee: “Technical analysis is directed towards predicting the price of a security. The price at which a buyer and seller settle a deal is considered to be the one precise figure which synthesizes, weights and finally expresses all factors, rational and irrational quantifiable and non-quantifiable and is the only figure that counts”. Tools of Technical Analysis: Charting represents a key activity for a technical analyst during individual stock analysis. The probable future performance of a stock can be predicted and evolving and changing patterns of price behaviour can be detected based on historical price-volume information of the stock. Charts used to study the trend in prices, price index, and also volume of transactions. Technical analysis involves three basic types of charts. They are (a) Line charts, (b) Bar charts, and (3) Point and figure charts. a) A Line Chart connects successive trading day’s closing price/price indices or volume of trade as the case may. Each day’s price is recorded. b) A Bar Chart is made up by a series of vertical bars of lines, each bar of line representing, a particular day’s high and low prices. The closing price of a day is indicated by a small horizontal dash on the day’s bar. Each day’s price data are thus recorded. c) Point and figure charts are more complex than line and bar charts. Point and figure chart are not only used to detect reversals in a trend, but also used to forecasts the price, called price targets. The only significant price changes are posted to point and figure charts. Three or five point price changes as posted for high prices securities, only one point changes are posted follow prices securities. While line and bar charts have two dimensions with vertical column indicating trading day, point and figure chart represents each column as a significant reversals instead of a trading day. For example, for a share in the price hand of Rs. 1000-1500 or so, a price change exceeding, say, Rs. 15 may be taken as significant, whereas for a scrip in the price range of Rs. 100-150, a change in price of the order of Rs. 3 or more may be taken as significant. Upward significant moves are indicated by ‘x’ in the same column. Say for scrip of Rs. 3 change is taken as significant. Another ‘x’ in the same column, above the previous ‘x’ is put. The same day it moves to 107. One more ‘X’ is put. Next day price drifts by Rs. 2. No entry in price will he recorded in this column. If a significant increase in price takes place, next column of ‘x’ will be charted. Theory of technical analysis - Dow Theory The ideas of Charles H. Dow, the first editor of the Wall Street Journal, form the basis of technical analysis today. According to the hypothesis of Dow, the stock market does not perform on random basis but is influenced by three cyclical trends, namely, (a) Primary trend, (b) secondary or intermediate trend, and (3) Tertiary or minor trend. The general market direction can be predicted by following these trends. The primary trends are the long-term movement of prices, lasting from several months to several years. They are commonly called bear or bull markets. Secondary trends are caused by short-term deviations of prices from the underlying trend line. They last only a few months. The secondary trend acts as a restraining force on the primary trend, tending to correct deviations from its general boundaries. Minor trends are daily fluctuations in either directions (bull or bear) which are of little analytical value. In terms of bull and bear markets the trends are described as follows: • The first phase of a bull market is the accumulation phase. This is when prices are depressed and financial reports don't look good. However, farsighted investors use this period of depressed prices to take advantage and buy shares. • The second phase of the bull market is characterized by increased activity, rising prices, and better financial reports. This is the period where the large gains are made. At this point, the market becomes vulnerable to a reversal. • The first phase of a bear market is the distribution phase. This is where farsighted investors see the uninformed investors scrambling to buy shares. The farsighted investors begin to sell shares. Oversupply leads to weakening prices and profits are harder to come by. • The second phase of the bear market is characterized by near panic selling. Prices accelerate to the downside and more and more people begin to liquidate their holdings. • The third phase of the bear market is characterized by further weakening and erosion of prices. Lesser quality issues erase the gains of the previous bull market. The news is full of bad market news. The second part of the Dow Theory is that the Industrial Average and the Railroad Average must corroborate each other's direction for there to be a reliable market direction signal. Dow created the Industrial Average, of top blue chip stocks, and a second average of top railroad stocks (now the Transport Average). He believed that the behavior of the averages reflected the hopes and fears of the entire market. The behavior patterns that he observed apply to markets throughout the world. According to Dow theory, large active stocks will generally reflect the market averages. However, individual issues may deviate from the broad averages because of circumstances peculiar to them. The logic behind the makeup of the specific averages is that both the industrials and the transports are independent of each other. Yet, for the industrials to get their products to market, they must use the transports. When the industrials are doing well, the transports will do well. However, when one sector is doing substantially better than the other, a divergence is taking place. This demonstrates that one sector is much stronger than the other; and if it continues, without the other sector catching up, a major reversal in the market will take place. Dow Theory also specifies that closing prices should only be used. This is because closing prices reflect the price level at which informed investors are willing to carry positions overnight. Thus, Dow theory is used to indicate reversals and trends in the markets as well as individual security. The basic tenet of Dow theory is that there is a positive relationship between trend and volume of shares traded. Assumptions of technical analysis: Edwards and Magee formulate the basic assumptions underlying technical analysis which are as follows: 1. The market value of the scrip is determined by the interaction of demand and supply. 2. Supply and demand is governed by numerous factors, both rational and irrational. These factors include economic variables relied by the fundamental analysis as well as opinions, moods and guesses. 3. The market discounts everything. The price of the security quoted represents the hope, fears and inside information received by the market players. Insider information regarding the issuance of bonus shares and right issues may support the prices. The loss of earnings and information regarding the forthcoming labor problem may result in fall in price. These factors may cause a shift in demand and supply, changing the direction of trends. 4. The market always moves in the trends except for minor deviations. 5. It is known fact that history repeats itself. It is true to stock market also. In the rising market, investors’ psychology has upbeats and they purchase the shares in great volumes driving the prices higher. At the same time in the down trend, they may be very eager to get out of the market by selling them and thus plunging the share price further. The market technicians assume that past prices predict the future. 6. As the market always moves in trends, analysis of past market data can be used to predict future price behavior. 7. Shift in demand and supply, no matter when and why they occur, can be detected through charts prepared specially to show market action. 8. Changes in trends in stock prices are caused whenever there is a shift in the demand and supply factors. Difference between technical and fundamental analysis The key differences between technical analysis and fundamental analysis are as follows: 1. Technical analysis mainly seeks to predict short term price movements, whereas fundamental analysis tries to establish long term values. 2. The focus of technical analysis is mainly on internal market data, particularly price and volume data. The focus of fundamental analysis is on fundamental factors relating to the economy, the industry, and the firm. 3. Technical analysis appeals mostly to short-term traders i.e. speculators, whereas fundamental analysis appeals primarily to long-term investors. 4. Technical analysis is the a simple and quick method on forecasting behaviour of stock prices. Whereas, fundamental analysis involves compilation and analysis of huge amount of data and is therefore, complex, time consuming and tedious in nature. 5. The technical analysis is based on the premise that the history repeats itself. Therefore, the technical analysis answers the question “What had happened in the market” while on the basis of potentialities of market fundamental analysis answers the question, “What will happen in the market”. 6. The technical analysis assumes that the market is 90 percent psychological and 10 percent logical, while the fundamental analysis believes that the market is 90 percent logical and 10percent psychological. 7. The technical analysis seeks to estimate security prices rather than values, while the fundamental analysis estimates the intrinsic value of a security. 8. According to technical analysts, their method is far superior than the fundamental analysis, because fundamental analysis is based on financial statements which themselves are plagued by certain deficiencies like subjectivity, inadequate disclosure etc. Advantages of technical analysis 1) Simple and quick: Technical analysis is simple and quick method on forecasting behaviour of stock prices. 2) Helps in identifying trend: Under the influence of crowd psychology, trends persist for quite some time. Tools of technical analysis that help in identifying these trends early are helpful in investment decision-making. 3) Short term price prediction: Technical analysis try to predict short term market price which is useful for speculators who want to make quick money. 4) Tracking shift in demand and supply: Shifts in demand and supply are gradual, not instant. Technical analysis helps in detecting these shifts rather early and hence provides clues to future price movements, 5) Price movement analysis: Fundamental information about a company is absorbed and assimilated by the market over the period of time. Hence, the price movement tends to continue in more or less in the same direction till the information is fully assimilated in the market. 6) Price prediction: Charts provide a picture of what has happened in the past and hence give a sense of volatility that can be expected from the stock. Further, the information on trading volume, which is ordinarily provided at the bottom of a bar chart, gives a fair idea of the extent of public interest in the stock. 7) Superior than fundamental analysis: According to technical analysts, their method is far superior than the fundamental analysis, because fundamental analysis is based on financial statements which themselves are plagued by certain deficiencies like subjectivity, inadequate disclosure etc. Limitations of technical analysis 1) Past and historical data: Technical analysis is based on the past and historical data. Unexpected future are not taken into consideration by it. 2) Analyst Bias: Just as with fundamental analysis, technical analysis is subjective and our personal biases can be reflected in the analysis. 3) No explanation about the tools used: Most technical analysts are not able to offer convincing explanations for the tools employed by them. 4) Chances of wrong decision: False signals can always occur in the stock markets. If the technical analysts act without confirmation, they would make mistakes and would suffer unnecessary expenses and losses. 5) Limited use of technical analysis: Empirical evidence in support of the random walk hypothesis casts its shadow over the usefulness of technical analysis. 6) Delay: By the time an up trend or downtrend may have been signaled by the technical analysis, may already have taken place. 7) Commonly used system: Ultimately, technical analysis must be a self-defeating proposition. As more and more people employ it, the value of such analysis tends to decline. 8) Different interpretation by different analyst: There is a great deal of ambiguity in the identification of configurations as well as trend lines and channels on the charts. The same chart can be interpreted differently. Despite these limitations, technical analysis is very popular. It is only in the rational, efficient and well ordered market where technical analysis has no use. But given the imperfections, inefficiencies and irrationalities that characterize real markets, technical analysis can be helpful. Hence, it can be concluded that technical analysis may be used, albeit to a limited extent, in conjunction with fundamental analysis to guide investment decision-making, as it is supplementary to fundamental analysis rather than substitute for it.

Mason County has the most irrigated acreage in the state, nearly double that of any other Illinois county. Sandy soils and annual precipitation of about 38 inches promote significant groundwater recharge. An extensive shallow aquifer provides an abundant source of water that, historically, has not led to any long-term lowering of water levels or depletion of the aquifer even as irrigation has significantly expanded. The Imperial Valley Water Authority, a local government entity that regulates non-agricultural high capacity wells in Mason County and four townships in Tazewell County, estimated groundwater withdrawals for irrigation in Mason County in 2012 to be a little over 70 billion gallons, which equates to 587 million gallons a day (MGD) across a 120-day growing season. This map displays the center pivot irrigation systems in use in Mason County, Illinois during the 2012 growing season. Center pivot irrigation imprints identifiable circular patterns on the landscape which can be visible in aerial images. The USDA collects aerial imagery (National Agricultural Imagery Program) and makes them available through the USDA Geospatial Data Gateway. The NAIP images were examined for circular irrigation patterns, and field boundaries were digitized using ArcGIS version 10.0 to create a map layer. In total, 1553 fields were identified as using center pivot systems in Mason County during the summer of 2012, representing 135,684 acres of farmland and approximately 50 percent of all farmland in Mason County. This map is available online as a 34" x 22" PDF file (6.1MB). |Original language||English (US)| |Publisher||Illinois State Water Survey| |State||Published - 2014|

Fencing has been practiced for centuries, originally as training for the deadly combat of the duel, later for sport. The sport of fencing is a lightning-fast battle of wits and will, a far cry from the choreographed bouts you see on film or on the stage. Instead of swinging from a chandelier or leaping from balconies, you will see two fencers performing an intense dance on a six-feet-by-40-feet strip. The movement is so fast the touches are scored electrically – more like Star Wars than Errol Flynn. Fencing is a rapidly growing sport and provided a vigorous physical and mental workout. It develops coordination, speed, and agility as well as the additional benefits of poise and self-assurance. Competitors strive to out-think, outmaneuver and outlast their opponents. Appropriate for men and women of all ages for recreation or competition. Three weapons — the foil, the sabre, and the épée — are used in fencing, and there are individual and team competitions for each. Foil and épée are “point thrusting” weapons, while the sabre can both thrust and slash with its blade edge. All three weapons have been modified to allow for electronic scoring. All fencers wear protective masks and clothes. The foil has a flexible rectangular blade, approximately 35 inches in length, weighing less than one pound. Points are scored with the tip of the blade and must land within the torso of the body. The valid target area in foil is the torso, from the shoulders to the groin, front and back. It does not include the arms, neck, head nor legs. The foil fencer’s uniform includes a metallic vest (called a lamé) which covers the valid target area, so that a valid touch will register on the scoring machine. A small, spring-loaded tip is attached to the point of the foil and is connected to a wire inside the blade. The fencer wears a body cord inside his uniform which connects the foil to a reel wire, connected to the scoring machine. There are two scoring lights on the machine. One shows a green light when a fencer is hit, and one shows a red light when her opponent is hit. A touch landing outside the valid target area (that which is not covered by the lamé) is indicated by a white light. These “off target” hits do not count in the scoring, but they do stop the fencing action temporarily. One of the most difficult concepts to visualize in foil fencing is the rule of right-of-way. This rule was established to eliminate apparently simultaneous attacks by two fencers. In essence, right-of-way is the differentiation of offense and defense, made by the referee. The difference is important only when two lights go on at the same time in foil. When this happens, the winner of the point is the one who the referee determined was on offense at the time the lights went on. The épée (pronounced “EPP-pay”), the descendant of the dueling sword, is similar in length to the foil, but is heavier, weighing approximately 27 ounces, with a larger guard (to protect the hand from a valid hit) and a much stiffer blade. Touches are scored only with the point of the blade. The entire body is the valid target area. Épée does not use the right-of-way in keeping with its dueling origin –he who first gains the touch earns the point. Or, if both fencers hit within 1/25th of a second of each other, both earn a point. However, it is equally important to have a sound defense for épée, since the entire body must be protected from a touch. The blade is wired with a spring-loaded tip at the end that completes an electrical circuit when it is depressed beyond a pressure of 750 grams. This causes the colored bulb on the scoring machine to light. Because the entire body is a valid target area, the épée fencer’s uniform does not include a lamé.

1) Recently the PM of India visited which of the following countries of Africa? PM of India visited Mozambique, South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania. Capital of Kenya - Nairobi. Capital of Mozambique - Maputo. Capital of Tanzania – Dodoma. World’s largest Charkha (spinning wheels) was installed at the Terminal 3 of IGI Airport Delhi. The idea behind displaying the world’s biggest charkha at the country’s “busiest airport” is to highlight India’s quest to foster an egalitarian society as demonstrated by Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. The four-tones Charkha made from high-quality Burma teak wood is estimated to last for over 50 years. 3) A major port at Enayam is approved. Where is Enayam? 4) Government recently approved a MoU with Mauritius for which of the following areas? The MoU will help to establish a framework for cooperation between the National Development Unit, Prime Minister's Office of the Republic of Mauritius and the Ministry of Rural Development of the Republic of India in the sphere of rural development. Both countries have agreed to coordinate and facilitate appropriate technical cooperation, including the access to Indian expertise institutions that can assist in fulfilling the objectives of this MoU, exchange of relevant information and documents in the sphere of rural development, including scientific and technical information together with policies and support measures adopted to foster rural development, cooperation by exchanging relevant information on issues of mutual interest, undertaking exchange visits on programmes to foster sharing of experience, collaboration to strengthen their human resource capacity through sector-specific in-country training in Mauritius and training at reputed institutions in India through customized schemes and facilitating the transfer of latest technology, state of the art equipment and materials, and share best practices. The Union Cabinet has given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Mozambique on Drug demand reduction and prevention of illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and precursor chemicals and related matters. The MoU is aimed to enhance mutual cooperation between the two countries in combating illicit trafficking in Narcotic drugs, Psychotropic substances and their precursors through exchange of information, expertise and capacity building. The Union Cabinet has approved a long-term contract by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mozambique for import of pulses either through the private channels or Government-to-Government (G2G) sales through State Agencies nominated by the two countries. The MoU will augment domestic availability of pulses in India and thereby stabilise its prices. To mitigate the shortfall in availability of pulses and supplement the existing efforts at meeting the requirements, Government has decided to enter into long term G2G arrangement with Mozambique so as to ensure assured availability of pulses. The signing of this MoU with Mozambique may also lead to similar arrangements with other countries. 7) India and Tanzania signed MoU in which area/s? The Union Cabinet has approved signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Tanzania in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy. The MoU will provide structured frame work for the cooperation between the two countries for the promotion and propagation of Indian Traditional Systems of Medicine & Homeopathy in Tanzania. Traditional Medicine is an important element of life of Tanzanian people and Traditional medicines are used as first aid or stop-gap measure before the patient is referred to modern health facilities. The Ministry of AYUSH as a part of its mandate to propagate Indian systems of Medicine globally had signed MoUs with several other countries which include China, Malaysia, Hungary, Bangladesh, Nepal, etc. 8) What is ‘Solar Mamas’?

Grazie per il vostro interesse per le nostre ville. Saremo lieti di parlare con voi! Vedi i 5 giudiziVedi i 5 giudizi comess. 10/10 Villa minggu was an absolute dream. The rooms were a combination of rustic and modern. The master bedroom was huge, complete with a projector and a very good sound system. The staff were very friendly, and we got them to run a couple of errands as well, including preparing a surprise birthday cake for one of our friends. My only negative comment is that the pool is slightly small, good enough for dipping but definitely not to do laps. But we weren't too bothered as we were not there to exercise!.

Pure interface for deep item core data. More... Pure interface for deep item core data. Code using this generic interface must be ready to receive Falcon::Error in throws and handle it correctly. This is always true for the VM and ancillary modules. Code directly implementing this access at lower level, as for example, getting a character from a string, doesn't need to be consistent with this behavior (i.e. it may just return false on set error). The rationale of this is that this is high-level code still working with abstract items, with no idea of the lower level implementation, even when this code is directly implemented into the target classes. Implemented in Falcon::CoreArray, Falcon::CoreDict, Falcon::CoreObject, and Falcon::MemBuf.

Ducks: The daily scrum The Ducks have now lost three consecutive home games, although one shouldn't expect them to beat anybody without Ryan Getzlaf, Saku Koivu and Jonas Hiller. What they had to do was stay out of the penalty box. Amazingly, they did. They still lost, 3-2, to Willie Mitchell's goal. When Mitchell last scored, the Yankees were still world champions of baseball. Anyway, the Ducks fall into 11th, although they have the same 68 points that Dallas and Chicago have. Los Angeles, Minnesota, Nashville and Calgary are all at 70 points. All is not lost. Yet. Wednesday night: Tampa Bay 8, Phoenix 3: The winning streak crash-landed, dropping Phoenix one point behind San Jose in the battle for the No. 3 seed and the Pacific Division title. That's what happened when you give Ilya Bryzgalov a night off and go with Jason LaBarbera. [caption id="attachment_58667" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="patrick marleau"] [/caption] San Jose 3, Pittsburgh 2 (OT): Patrick Marleau scored with :04 left in overtime on a rebound of Logan Couture's shot. The Penguins had sent it into OT when Tyler Kennedy scored with :50 left in the third. This month alone the Sharks have beaten Detroit, Anaheim, Washington, Nashville, Boston and now Pittsburgh on the road. Edmonton 5, Colorado 1: As Peter Stastny ripped Colorado's trades - and forced son Paul to defend management - the Avalanche outshot Edmonton 13-3 in the first period and still got blown out. Not a good home debut for goalie Brian Elliott. Then Ryan O'Byrne took Taylor Hall's skate blade to the face and, although he finished his shift, was hospitalized. Amazing that it doesn't happen more often. Colorado is now 11 points out of eighth place. Thursday night: Chicago at Nashville: Ducks fans can only hope for a 2-point game here (i.e., no overtime). Nashville has averaged two goals a game over the past 12. Blackhawks were 3-1 when coach Joel Quenneville was hospitalized. Minnesota at Los Angeles: Again, a 3-point game doesn't help the Ducks here. If you think the Ducks are more likely to pass Minnesota than the Kings, root for the Kings. The Wild is 10-4-1 in its past 15 road games and is on the road for eight of its next 11. The Kings got 15 of a possible 20 points on their just-concluded trip. Dallas at Detroit: No Brad Richards tonight. The Stars are sinking like a stone. Four power play goals in 41 chances during their rough 13-game stretch. The Red Wings will be at Los Angeles next Monday and Anaheim Wednesday..

The intervertebral discs make up one-fourth of your spinal column and act as the spine's shock absorbing system, protecting the vertebrae, spinal cord, and other structures. However, sometimes these discs degenerate and thin, causing the vertebrae they support to get closer together and pinch the nerves that exit between them. In severe cases, these discs are removed and replaced with bone harvested from the pelvis. This is called spinal fusion. Many doctors choose to approach the diseased discs from the front by first retracting the intestines and other organs to reveal the spinal column. The damaged disc is then removed. Openings slightly wider than the removed disc are drilled into the surrounding vertebrae. Titanium casings, or cages, are filled with the harvested pelvis bone and placed into the holes. Specialized cells called osteocytes within this bone produce new bone and aid in the site's healing. The openings in these cages allow the bone to grow around it. In addition, these casings provide support and structure while the bone is healing. Repeat x-rays of the spine should be done at 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year and 2 years to ensure that the new bone is healing properly.

Global Monetary and Banking Collapse: Is Your Food Supply at Risk The global monetary and banking system is an interconnected web that underpins economic activity worldwide. In the event of a global collapse, countries across the world, including the United Kingdom, would face unprecedented challenges. One of the most pressing concerns in such a scenario would be the availability and affordability of food supplies, affecting both the national and household levels. This article aims to explore the potential implications of a global monetary and banking collapse on the UK's food supply chain and offers insights for households to brace themselves for such an event. Currency Devaluation and Import Dependency A global monetary and banking collapse would lead to significant currency devaluations and hyperinflation. Given that the UK imports nearly half of its food, a rapidly weakening pound would make imported food far more expensive, making it unaffordable for many. This inflation in the price of imported products would result in an increase in demand for locally produced food, thereby putting a huge strain on national food supplies. In addition, disruptions to international trade and logistics could further exacerbate food shortages, as the UK relies heavily on imports for several essential food items such as fruits, vegetables, and grains. Agricultural Challenges and Local Food Production The UK's agricultural sector would face its own set of challenges in the event of a global collapse. Reduced access to credit and financial services could hinder farmers' ability to invest in agricultural inputs and machinery, potentially affecting local food production. Moreover, disruptions in the global supply chain could limit the availability of essential agricultural inputs, such as fertilizers and seeds, further impacting domestic food production. Impact on Food Prices and Affordability As imported food becomes more expensive and domestic food production faces challenges, food prices would likely increase significantly. This would pose a major concern for households, particularly those with lower incomes, as food affordability becomes a critical issue. With limited access to affordable food, households could face malnutrition and increased health risks. Social Unrest and Government Intervention A collapse in food supplies could lead to social unrest, as people struggle to access basic necessities. This may prompt the government to intervene and implement various measures to ensure food security. Such measures could include rationing, price controls, or even the nationalization of food production and distribution. However, the effectiveness of these measures would depend on the government's ability to maintain control and manage resources amid a global crisis. Preparing Households for a Global Collapse Given the potential risks to food supplies in the event of a global monetary and banking collapse, households should consider taking steps to prepare themselves. These may include: a. Diversifying food sources: Households should explore alternative food sources, such as local farmers' markets and community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs, to reduce their reliance on imported food items. b. Growing food at home: Households can grow their own fruits, vegetables, and herbs in gardens or containers to supplement their food supplies. c. Building a food stockpile: Storing non-perishable food items, such as canned goods, dried beans, grains, and pasta, can help provide sustenance during times of crisis. Rotate these items regularly to ensure freshness and maintain a balanced stock. For a list of ideal foods for stockpiling, including their typical shelf lives, just visit Building Your Food Stockpile. d. Learning to preserve food: Households can extend the shelf life of certain foods by learning preservation techniques, such as canning, pickling, dehydrating, and fermenting. This will enable them to store excess produce from their gardens or local markets for use during lean times. For advice and guidance on preserving food, we suggest you visit Growing and Preserving Your Own Emergency Food. e. Developing a water supply plan: In the event of a global collapse, access to clean water may become limited. Households should consider storing a minimum of two weeks' worth of water and investing in water purification systems or devices, such as filters or boiling equipment. f. Creating a financial safety net: Reducing debt, increasing savings, and having an emergency fund can help households better cope with potential economic shocks. Diversifying investments and considering alternative forms of currency, such as gold or cryptocurrencies, may provide additional security. This subject is expanded on as part of our article on building 'economic resilience', which can be found at How to build resilience for a more uncertain future. g. Building a community network: Establishing strong connections with neighbours and local organizations can be invaluable in times of crisis. By sharing resources, knowledge, and support, communities can work together to navigate challenges more effectively. h. Acquiring essential skills: Learning basic survival skills, such as first aid, fire-making, and navigation, as well as practical skills like sewing and cooking from scratch, can prove invaluable during a global collapse. Consider attending workshops or online courses to develop these abilities. i. Preparing an emergency plan: Households should develop a comprehensive plan outlining the steps they will take in the event of a global collapse. This plan should include communication strategies, designated meeting points, and evacuation routes. j. Staying informed: Monitoring global news and staying up-to-date on potential threats can help households better anticipate and prepare for crises. Consider using reliable news sources, and remain vigilant for signs of impending collapse. By taking these steps, households can increase their resilience and better navigate the challenges that may arise during such an event. While it is impossible to predict when or if a collapse will occur, being prepared can offer peace of mind and a greater sense of security in uncertain times.

What is the Hendra Virus ? What is the Hendra Virus ? Hendra virus is a zoonotic disease. This means it can transfer from animals to people. Hendra virus can cause infection in horses and, rarely, in humans and dogs. “The virus is shed from the horse at least a day before they display sickness,” Hendra virus is a sporadic disease of horses that can cause very serious illness in horses and humans. The natural hosts of Hendra virus are flying foxes. Human infection results from close contact with infected horses and their blood, body fluids and tissues. Hendra virus is a fragile RNA virus which does not survive for very long (hours or days) outside the animal host. Hendra virus is not a highly contagious disease. Close contact with the virus is required for infection to occur. WEB AUTHORS NOTE : THE ABOVE CONTRADICTED BY- It is reported that under favourable conditions (i.e. 22°C, pH neutral) the virus may last up to five days on fomites (inanimate substances with potential to harbour and transmit infectious diseases, e.g. tack, clothing, water-troughs). The Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has taken a precautionary approach and advises that the risk period of the virus may be up to 10 days (El Saadi et al., 2011). YOUR HENDRA VIRUS VACCINE QUESTIONS ANSWERED Dr Nathan Anthony BVSc (Hons)- Nathan is an Equine Veterinarian, a member of the Australian Veterinary Association HeV Task Force, he is involved with the Queensland Government interagency review of HeV Infection Prevention Advice, and he sits on the Pfizer Animal Health Infectious Disease Advisory Board. WEB AUTHORS NOTE : Pfizer is the parent company of Zoetis HENDRA: THE VIRUS, THE VACCINE, THE DEBATE - 01/13/2015 REPORT OF THE QUEENSLAND OMBUDSMAN THE HENDRA VIRUS REPORT An investigation into agency responses to Hendra virus incidents between January 2006 and December 2009 WEB AUTHORS COMMENT: THE ISSUES AS I SEE THEM - SUMMARY WHAT IS MORE LETHAL TO HORSES: THE HENDRA VIRUS OR THE HENDRA VACCINATION? DOES THIS VACCINATION PREVENT HENDRA INFECTIONS IN HORSES / HUMANS? Big Pharma, Zoetis (parent company Pfizer)) Veterinarians and Queensland and NSW government sites are misrepresenting the Equivac HeV Hendra vaccination for horses as an effective preventative for the Hendra virus in horses and an occupational health and safety measure for Veterinarians, racehorse trainers and their staff. The facts are: Zoetis Claims on the product box, what this vaccination is registered with the APVMA to treat - ‘An aid in the prevention of clinical symptoms of the disease caused by Hendra virus in horses 4 months of age and older’. A vaccinated horse can still catch Hendra but it may not exhibit the Hendra virus symptoms (and if the vaccination doesn’t kill the horse), the Hendra symptoms probably won’t kill the vaccinated horse; however, A VACCINATED HORSE CAN STILL SHED THE VIRUS AND INFECT HUMANS, and can still infect unvaccinated horses without showing any symptoms of Hendra itself. Claiming that this vaccination is an occupational health and safety measure is a misrepresentation of its action and could lead to humans being lax in their infection control and open to infection. The vaccination has had severe side effects for horses that the APVMA refuses to acknowledge, primarily because these symptoms occur outside their 48 hour ‘reaction’ zone, despite the one common denominator- Hendra vaccination. Hundreds of horses have died in agony (with a cluster of similar symptoms) after having recently been vaccinated – just co incidence? Others have become un-rideable with severe temperament, ability and soundness changes– just co incidence? There is now a class action mounted in the Federal Court against Zoetis regarding these side effects. By LDH Lawyers for a group of recreational horse owners. The Equivac HeV Hendra vaccination for horses has recently been made compulsory for horses at studs and in training in the Hunter Valley and in other Hendra prone areas (and other less prone) of Queensland and northern NSW. Equestrian Australia (E.A.) briefly made the vaccination compulsory for horses competing at E.A. Events in what they declared as Hendra prone areas. They repealed this rule but are considering re-instituting it. This resulted in many of their members vaccinating their horses with disastrous results- dead and suffering horses Veterinarians – no vaccination, no treatment policy- Many veterinarians in Hendra prone areas (and outside this area) have a ‘no vaccination, no treatment’ policy. Their supporting propaganda and vaccination rationale are ‘Hendra is zoonotic and humans can catch it from infected horses’ (true), Equivac HeV Hendra vaccination for horses is an effective way of stopping the transmission of Hendra from horses to humans (false). This claim is manifestly incorrect. Veterinarians who have a ‘no vaccination, no treatment’ policy have left horses to die in agony from illnesses that are unrelated to Hendra. Sick Hendra vaccinated horses have died waiting for Hendra exclusion tests. Yet vets will attend to Hendra vaccinate an un vaccinated horse! Hendra – how hard is it to catch? It is a recognised fact that veterinarians who use PPE and infection control are effectively protected against Hendra. These ‘professionals’ would rather owners vaccinate their horses and accepr the reaction risks! The Queensland government is subsidising PPE equipment for vets. It is recognised that certain horse management and handling practices are effective Hendra prevention measures. The Hendra virus is transmitted by certain species of bats in certain areas of far north NSW and Queensland. Considering the number of bats, the Hendra infection in horses is fairly rare and even rarer in humans. It’s a ‘fragile’ virus and only those that have had close, unprotected contact with sick/dead (autopsy) horses’ body fluids have become infected. Very few humans have ever died from Hendra.

Brown snakes are small, but deadly, the sixth most venomous snake in the world. The five snakes ranked more deadly are vipers, two types of Taipans, the Mamba, and the Black Mamba. The brown snakes’ venom is neurotoxic and haemotoxic. Not long ago the brown was responsible for the most deaths caused by a snakebite. Today because an effective treatment has been discovered the number of deaths has been greatly reduced to two or less per year. A newly released study by Dr. Bryan Fry, a professor with the University of Queensland, reveals that the venom of the brown snake has a devastating effect on the nervous system. In addition, the new study reveals that as the snakes get older, their venom also has an impact on the circulatory system. Dr. Fry said the brown snake’s venom gets deadlier as the snake ages. This is due to the fact that young snakes feed on lizards and adults feed on mammals. He went on to say that young browns produce symptoms that resemble those produced when a death adder paralyzes a sleeping lizard, the University of Queensland News reported. Once brown snakes age, their venom then contains toxins that can interferes with the way blood clots, which helps to immobilize their prey and causes them to have a stroke. Dr. Fry said the venom is more diluted in humans because our bodies contain a higher volume of blood. A brown snake bite would most likely not give a human a stroke, but if bitten, a human could die as a result of internal bleeding. Dr. Fry said that brown snakes can be found in Australia, and the eastern brown is found in New Guinea. The new study shows that the venom of these snakes has a much more complex reaction than has been previously believed. Fry continued by saying researchers previously discovered that brown snakes convert prothrombin, a protein, into thrombin, which turns into a clot. In the past, the speed of the blood clot forming could not be determined. Fry’s team discovered that the brown snake is potent enough to activate an enzyme necessary for blood clotting called the Factor VII, which he says is the missing element of brown snake “envenomations.” The loop created by the enzyme becomes a “venomous vortex” and rapidly accelerates the effects on the blood. Dr. Fry said the new discovery could have implications on human health. He went on to say that discoveries like this are perfect examples of why we should continue to study evolution. Dr. Fry and his team’s latest study was published in the journal Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology. By Tammy Marie Rose Photo Courtesy Stewart Macdonald

On January 1, a NASA probe will make the most distant fly-by of any solar system object ever - Total Posts: 8,843 This week may mark the year’s end, but it also marks a new beginning for the New Horizons spacecraft. The space probe best known for its incredible photos of Pluto in 2015 is embarking on a new adventure: a flyby of an object far beyond Pluto, named Ultima Thule. The object lurks on the edge of our solar system in the Kuiper Belt. The flyby is scheduled for January 1, 2019, though the spacecraft will continue studying the Kuiper Belt until at least 2021. Ultima Thule is more mysterious even than Pluto. For one, it is far smaller: with an estimated 30 kilometer diameter, Ultima Thule is little more than a glorified asteroid. In the frigid, empty space beyond Pluto, Ultima Thule makes its slow orbit around our sun, swinging around once every 296 years. Scientists have theories as to what Ultima Thule might look like close-up, though most expect there to be surprises; after all, there has never been a flyby of an object this distant before in the history of any space program. Given that scientists have never before studied a Kuiper Belt object like this up close, Ultima Thule may yield many new insights into the history of the formation of our solar system. As it has approached, New Horizons has already started to take photos of its target, which has already yielded an interesting discovery. According to scientists, there is a lack of a “light curve,” meaning periodic pulsations in brightness. December 27, 2018 at 1:51 PM #5512Ohio BarbarianModerator - Total Posts: 20,705 denigrated and suppressed as it so often is in our schools. It is better to vote for what you want and not get it than to vote for what you don't want and get it.--Eugene Debs You can jail a revolutionary, but you can't jail the revolution.--Fred Hampton December 27, 2018 at 4:06 PM #5548retired liberalParticipant - Total Posts: 3,929 And something about the amazing fact the probe can stay lined up with earth, when everything is moving in relation to everything else. On this side we have to deal with the Earth’s rotation, too. Plus the fact we can even pick up the signal from such a great distance. I think the probe transmitter is 15 watts maximum. Some information on what is involved here. <h1>Talking to Pluto is hard! Why it takes so long to get data back from New Horizons</h1> We are an arrogant species, believing our fantasy based "facts" are better than the other person's fake facts. If you are wrong, it will be because you are not cynical enough. The older we get, the less "Life in Prison" is a deterrent. Always wear a proper mask when out and about. The life you save could be both yours and mine. - You must be logged in to reply to this topic.

Air compressors create heat, and lots of it. If this heat is not properly removed, then problems will occur in a compressed air system. Over-temperature shutdowns and failed air dryers are common symptoms of improper cooling. It is important to choose your compressor cooling method wisely and to ensure whatever media you choose is suitable to maintain a good path to remove the heat of compression — and hopefully direct it to where the heat can be used for a useful purpose. The most common method of cooling compressors uses ambient air, which is passed through or near the air-to-air and air-to-oil heat exchangers within the air compressor. This ambient air needs to be as clean and cool as possible, but not freezing, with the source selected so there is an unrestricted flow of filtered cooling air no less than the amount specified by the compressor manufacturer. The hot air that is produced by the compressor most often passes through ductwork, so as not to mix with the incoming air, this is good practice. Sometimes, in cool locations, a small amount of hot air is mixed with compressor room air to temper the room, to avoid needing to use heaters. The other method used to cool compressors is some sort of liquid cooling supply, which could be water or a mixture of water and glycol, to ensure the coolant will not freeze when the compressor is located in cooler climates. Again, the medium in this case needs to be as clean and cool as possible. The photograph above shows what happens when an evaporative cooling system runs untreated, the minerals in the cooling water quickly contaminated the compressor cooler tube bundle causing over-temperature shutdown. In all cases, care needs to be taken to ensure the conditions during the worst case scenario will not cause compressor or associated air dryer shutdown. Each heat exchanger has a CTD (cold temperature difference) that must be considered. For example, a heat exchanger with a 15° F CTD and 100° cooling medium temperature will produce 115° output when it is clean. Higher discharge temperatures will develop if the heat exchanger is clogged with debris. Because most air dryers are rated at 100° F, some sort of design measure will have to be taken to ensure temperature ratings will not be exceeded. - Have the cooling system designed by a experienced engineering firm - Make sure the cooling media stays clean - Design the system to draw the coolest possible media, and capture the heated media so that it can be efficiently removed before mixing with the incoming media - Do maintenance checks with an IR gun on your compressors and dryers to ensure there are no overheating conditions - Where possible, use the heat for something useful

Ah I don't know, when Ward won the super six tournament, he did so at super middleweight, and up until his fight with Paul Smith (fight 27 of 32) his entire professional career had been fought at super middleweight. Also up until his fight with Dawson, Ward wasn't exactly overpowering his opponents with strength and size. There was a time when people were saying he had pillow hands like Floyd because of his lack of KOs. I mean I still remember before his fight with Kessler and Abraham, early speculation was that both of those guys just had too much power for Ward. And in spite of that he proved pretty much everyone wrong. I mean Chad Dawson, who in retrospect might have been a bit weight drained from the catch weight, was a monster lineal light heavyweight champion when he fought Ward. Again a lot of early predictions was that Chad just had too much power. The same thing for Kovalev. Canelo looked too small for Felding, and now looks too small for Kovalev, but regardless, both Ward and Canelo have moved up in weight in their careers to fight relatively established champions. GGG, as exciting and likable as a fighter as he, probably will have the worst resume of the three when we later look at the history books, bad judging on one night or not.

A: Open defecation is a well-established traditional practice deeply ingrained from early childhood. Sanitation is a socially unacceptable topic and as a result, is not discussed. Consequently, open defecation has persisted as a norm for many Indians. Other reasons that can be cited for its persistence include poverty (the inability to afford toilets), landlessness, tenants in housing without toilets (usually urban), and of course cultural and social norms that have established open defecation as acceptable practice. There is also a strong belief that children’s faeces are harmless which is untrue as often child faeces carry higher pathogen loading than adults. As a result, children’s faeces are often disposed of in the environment, either close to dwellings or in open drains. No wonder creating a norm around Open Defecation Elimination (ODE) is a big challenge in country.

Would you believe that we all come from a world where there is no time? Where everything exists without beginning and ending! If you look at Me or at yourself, do you know who we really are? Our source comes from the Invisible World. The secret of existence is the strength of your longing for it. Just let your heart guide you and everything will be possible. Then you will rediscover your full potential and see all things as they truly are. The words of this book come down to Anna W.Whitewood from the World of Inspiration. Whenever she sits down to her little computer, whether in Switzerland, Monaco, Cracow or Rio de Janeiro, you can see a special glow around her.

In early March, Titus released Titus Illuminate 2020, which was the company’s answer to the question of analyzing data at rest. This latest version of Illuminate leverages machine learning and AI in an effort to manage data that contains potentially sensitive or high-risk personal information. A key feature of Titus Illuminate is its ability to integrate with Titus’ Privacy Accelerator. This product was released in the fall of 2019 with the objective of helping organizations reduce risk exposure with respect to personal data, an area of heavy focus with the introduction of stringent privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA). Enhanced data privacy functions of Illuminate’s most recent release include guidance on whether cloud or on-premises storage is a viable option for certain personal data types. The company’s introduction of Smart RegEx serves to streamline the identification of sensitive personal data’s location within the organization. Though aimed at assisting organizations with compliance with incumbent privacy regulations and compliance efforts, Illuminate 2020 may serve a secondary function in light of the current global pandemic. Data privacy efforts in the wake of COVID-19 have been taking a backseat as organizations scramble to protect the health and safety of employees and turn focus away from the privacy of their personal data. Organizations may be unaware of a new subset of personal data that has been collected and stored and as such may increasingly need to lean on pre-existing software solutions, such as data classification suites, in order to assist with privacy management. While business priorities have shifted in the short term, organizations should aim to achieve longevity and maintain a certain standard when it comes to the privacy of their employees’ or clients’ personal data. The solution? Leverage the increased functionality of pre-existing software solutions, in any and all ways possible.

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Some of the creatures discovered this year were sought by researchers ─ on missions to make historical finds in the depths of the ocean or deep in a cave ─ while others were an unexpected surprise. A tiny spider was found inside a dark, damp cave in Indiana. A venomous snake was sitting on chunk of rock by the sea. All of these finds made 2018 a successful year in terms of the animal kingdom. Here's a look at some of the most impressive finds as we prepare to bid farewell to 2018. Venomous bandy-bandy snake A group of biologists accidentally made a terrifying find in Australia over the summer — a new species of the venomous bandy-bandy snake. The team from the University of Queensland was studying sea snakes near Weipa when they randomly found the never-before-seen snake. “Bandy-bandy is a burrowing snake, so Freek Vonk from the Naturalis Museum and I were surprised to find it on a concrete block by the sea,” Bryan Fry, a professor leading the research mission, told the Independent. “We later discovered that the snake had slithered over from a pile of bauxite rubble waiting to be loaded onto a ship." The reptile was apparently both "visually and genetically" from the five other species of bandy-bandy (or hoop snakes) that slither the continent. “The discovery of this enigmatic little snake is symptomatic of the much more fundamental problem of how little we know about our biodiversity and how much may be lost before we even discover it," Fry added. Central African slender-snouted crocodile In the fall, scientists from Florida International University's (FIU) Tropical Conservation Institute and George Amato of the American Museum of Natural History in New York discovered a new species of the African crocodile. They named it the Central African slender-snouted crocodile. The medium-sized freshwater species, found from Cameroon to Tanzania, is officially called Mecistops leptorhynchus, according to National Geographic. "Recognizing the slender-snouted crocodile as actually comprised of two different species is cause for great conservation concern," Matthew Shirley, crocodile expert and lead researcher from FIU, said in an October news release. "We estimate only 10 percent of slender-snouted crocodiles occur in West Africa, effectively diminishing its population by 90 percent. This makes the West African slender-snouted crocodile one of the most critically endangered crocodile species in the world," he added. Pink, blue and purple Atacama snailfish Three bizarre-looking types of deep sea creatures were recently spotted in one of the deepest parts of the Pacific Ocean — the Atacama Trench, located up to 7 miles below the ocean's surface off the coast of Peru and Chile. A group of 40 scientists from 17 different nations teamed up to search the freezing, pitch-black area, using cameras and other equipment. "These fish are part of the Liparidae family and do not conform to the preconceived stereotypical image of what a deep-sea fish should look like," England's Newcastle University, which joined the expedition, wrote in a September news statement. "Instead of giant teeth and a menacing frame, the fishes that roam in the deepest parts of the ocean are small, translucent, bereft of scales — and highly adept at living where few other organisms can." A tiny species of spider lived deep inside a cave in Indiana — and scientists had no clue it existed until recently. Marc Milne, an arachnologist at the University of Indianapolis, discovered the new type of sheet weaver spiders inside the damp and rocky Stygian River Cave in June. “In the morning when there’s dew on the grass, and you see the little horizontal webs — those are sheet webs,” Milne told Gizmodo. The spiders, which Milne named "Islandiana lewisi" after Julian Lewis, who he credited with leading him to the location, are only about two milimeters long. Their bodies are slightly translucent ─"dusky yellow to tan"─ and they have black circles surrounding their eyes. This particular type of arachnid is known for their flat, tightly-woven, horizontal webs. "This is the fifteenth species in its genus (Islandiana) and the fifth known to live exclusively in caves. It has been over 30 years since the last species has been added to this group," Phys.org reports. Researchers from the California Academy of Sciences, Luiz Rocha and Hudson Pinheiro, found a new species of fish ─ a neon pink and green Tosanoides Aphrodite ─ 420 feet below the surface back in September, the Verge reports. “This one is without a doubt the most spectacularly colored fish I've ever described,” Rocha told National Geographic about the find. It's the "only fish of its kind" known to live in the Atlantic, the publication reports. Fox News' Christopher Carbone contributed to this report.

Abstract Purpose - The purpose of this research is to analyse the problems for occupational health and safety (OHS) regulators posed by agency work/leased labour (also known as labour hire in Australasia), using Australian evidence. Design/methodology/approach - The analysis is based on an examination of prosecutions involving labour hire firms along with other documentary records (union, industry and government reports and guidance material). The study also draws on interviews with approximately 200 regulatory officials, employers and union representatives since 2001 and workplace visits with 40 OHS inspectors in 2004-2005. Findings - The triangular relationship entailed in labour leasing, in combination with the temporary nature of most placements, poses serious problems for government agencies in terms of enforcing OHS standards notwithstanding a growing number of successful prosecutions for breaches of legislative duties by host and labour leasing firms. Research limitations/implications - Research to investigate these issues in other countries and compare findings with those for Australia is required, along with assessing the effectiveness of new enforcement initiatives. Practical implications - The paper assesses existing regulatory responses and highlights the need for new regulatory strategies to combat the problems posed by labour. Originality/value - The OHS problems posed by agency work have received comparatively little attention. The paper provides insights into the specific problems posed for OHS regulators and how inspectorates are trying to address them.

Watching TBL has got me envious of what we could have, and I'm pretty confident if we edged out MTL last series, we wouldn't be able to hang in the finals against this team. We need to make some educated adjustments if we wanna run it back. We need faster skaters. We need a special teams coach that is more special than *special*. We need a offensive gameplan that is more than just dump &amp; chase. We can make the playoffs every year, but its not gonna mean much if we keep stumbling at the goal line.

Dora Sena, Senator of the Colombian Republic, is a fictional character created by an artificial intelligence system from 1479 bills that are on hold on the Senate’s webpage between 2013 and 2020. Aiming to speed up the legislative processes, Dora Sena automatically generates new bills, in this case, related to the Covid-19 quarantine. In them, the use of swimming pools is lawed, for example, as well as games and hobbies, and animals are protected during the pandemic. The laws are mixed with recorded images before the health crisis that had already announced a dystopian reality. A stage of absurdity that gives rise to a thought-provoking space for a time in which governments, not a few times, went out of their minds. Thursday, October 28th, 3:00 p.m.

A new study published in the journal Wildlife Monographs is shedding light on the most critical considerations for grizzly bear conservation. The research explores the intricate relationship between grizzly bears, their habitat, and human-induced challenges, painting a comprehensive picture of the elements threatening their survival. The greatest human impact on grizzly bear populations has been identified in two predominant forms: top-down influences and bottom-up effects. Top-down impacts include bear fatalities associated with illegal killings or direct conflict with humans. Road density and the amount of secure habitat away from roads are also top-down influences on grizzlies. On the other hand, bottom-up effects are related to the indirect effects of human activities, such as a decline in food resources. “The influence of bottom-up food resources and top-down mortality risk underlies the demographic trajectory of wildlife populations. For species of conservation concern, understanding the factors driving population dynamics is crucial to effective management and, ultimately, conservation,” wrote the study authors. “In southeastern British Columbia, Canada, populations of the mostly omnivorous grizzly bear (Ursus arctos) are fragmented into a mosaic of small isolated or larger partially connected sub-populations. They obtain most of their energy from vegetative resources that are also influenced by human activities.” “Roads and associated motorized human access shape availability of food resources but also displace bears and facilitate human-caused mortality. Effective grizzly bear management requires an understanding of the relationship between habitat quality and mortality risk.” During the study, the researchers radio-collared and meticulously followed several grizzly bears for multiple years in southeastern British Columbia. The findings revealed a significant interaction between the top-bottom factors, particularly the availability of huckleberry patches (a crucial food source for grizzlies) and the risk posed by the dense network of forestry roads. The study demonstrated that the mere existence of forestry roads not only increases the mortality risk for grizzly bears but also restricts their access to vital food sources. Consequently, the fitness and population density of female grizzlies was diminished – which is similar to the detrimental effects of direct habitat loss. This two-fold negative impact highlights the adverse consequences of forestry roads for grizzly bear populations across western North America. “At the intersection of top-down and bottom-up influences, we found that areas of higher road density offset food resources even if abundant, preventing effective use of the resource,” said the researchers. “With the omnivorous grizzly bear, top-down influences in our study area were not only associated with mortality risk, but they limited contributions of food resources to fitness and density, in essence having a similar effect as habitat loss.” “The securing of important food resources to make them accessible to bears is accomplished through some degree of restriction of human access,” said study lead author Dr. Michael Proctor of Birchdale Ecological Ltd. “Our results suggest that benefits of critical bear foods are not satisfactorily realized unless human access to nearby roads is reduced.” This research emphasizes the intertwined relationship between human activities and grizzly bear protection. The preservation of this species depends not only on safeguarding their habitats but also on understanding and mitigating how humans influence their chances of survival. Like what you read? Subscribe to our newsletter for engaging articles, exclusive content, and the latest updates.

The floor structure in Korean folk housing can be classified into three types such as the ondol floor, the dirt floor, and the wooden floor. Among them, the ondol, which is the traditional floor heating system in Korea, becomes a common element to be used in the bedroom. On the other hand, the wooden floor is not necessarily an indispensable element, although it is given an important position in the middle or the large size house. This wooden floor has been i hought to have been developed as the living space for summer life especially in the southern part, and to have been originated from the raised floor construction, or the pile dwellingso-call ed, in the southern culture. In fact, however, we can observe some different tendency there. Major points of the regional characteristics of wooden floor rooms in Korean houses are summarized as follows : South of the central part of the Korean Peninsula, the wooden floor part occupies actually a considerable area in the whole floor of the house. It is rather in the central part, however, that the wooden floor room is used as an open living space for summer life. On the contrary, one can often observe it to be used only as a closed storeroom for grain and a sacred space for household deity in the southern part where it gets hotter and more humid in summer. In Cheju island, located south of the southern coast of the Korean Peninsula, the wooden floor room becomes a living space as well as in the central part. The name of the wooden floor room and its use for ritual ceremony in Cheju houses, however, differ obviously from those in the central part. Moreover, the floor height of wooden floor room is considerably lower in Cheju Island than in the main land. Therefore, it seems difficult to identify the wooden floor rooms in all part of Korea uniformly with the original raised floor construction in the southern culture. In Cheju Island, where the ondol system was introduced much later than the main land, the wooden floor room may have been established as a partial conversion of the original dirt floor dwelling but not as a traditional way of the pile dwelling in the southern culture. On the other hand, the raised wooden floor room in the main land may be supposed to be developed in the floor plan through the rising process of the floor accompanied by the introduction of the ondol system which has underfloor flues through which the hot smoke flows. Pliocene molluscacn fauna and its paleoenvironmental setting of Matsunoyama-machi, Niigata Prefecture, are important for considering succession from Miocene to Plio-Pleistocene shallow sea faunas in Japan Sea borderland as well as considering paleoenvironmental change in the northern Fossa Magna Region. Pliocene deposits in the southeastern flank of Matsunoyama Anticline consist of the Kurokura, Higashigawa, Ikenosawagawa, Arikurayama formations from lower to upper. In the northwestern flank, the Higashigawa formation is conformably covered with the Naradate. Every formations is in conform able relation involving partial development of a contemporaneous heterotopic facies relation. Many cold-water species are included among Pliocene molluscan fauna in this area. Only a few horizons yielding warm-water species are recognized in the Higashigawa and the Ikenosawagawa formations. Seven associations are discriminated in the molluscan faunas of this area. Based on the faunal analyses, it has become clear that this area was in an upper bathyal zone in the Early Pliocene, and the sea became shallower subsequently. In the middle Pliocene, the area in the southeastern flank of Matsunoyama Anticline was in an embayment-tidal zone, whereas that in the northwestern one was in an upper sublittoral zone. From the overall analyses of the data from Synthetic Aperture Radars (SARs) on Japanese Earth Resource Satellite-1 (JERS-1/JSAR) and ESA Remote sensing Satellite-1 (ERS-1/AMI), the data from the high resolution optical sensor on French earth observation satellite (SPOT), and the truth data acquired on the ground, the interesting results about the ice cover on Lake Saroma and the sea ice in the Sea of Okhotsk were obtained as follows : (1) Backscatter ranges for the ice cover on Lake Saroma were -10.2 to -5.0 dB for AMI and -17.7 to -13.6dB for JSAR at the sampling sites. The ice on Lake Saroma was classified byusing HRV data and the visual observation from the boat, then the backscatter intensity for each ice type was confirmed. (2) A method for making a mosaic image using SAR data was developed and demonstrated. Comparing JSAR and AMI mosaic images at the same area, it was found that JSAR can clearly discriminate the sea ice and the open water, while AMI cannot distinguish them. The reason of this difference is supposed to be difference of frequency and incidence angle. (3) When the ice becomes thicker, the backscattering intensity decreases in AMI data. It is estimated that the backscatter changes corresponding to the dielectric constant for ice, which is related to the ice surface temperature. The chemistry of ferromanganese oxides coating pumice gravels and muddy sediment cores taken by the Research Dive 134 of the submersible “Shinkai 6500” from the oceanward slope of the Japan Trench off Miyako, Iwate Prefecture, are described. The ferromanganese coatings are quite thin and are poor in heavy metal elements including Fe and Mn, compared with previously reported ferromanganese nodules and crusts, from the seamounts and ridges in the Japan and Ogasawara Trenches. In the Fe-Mn- (Cu+Ni+Zn) × 10 ternary plot, the published ferromanganese nodules and crusts fall on a typical hydrogenous region, but the ferromanganese coatings in this study lie between hydrogenous and oxic diagenesis regions. This suggests that the former were formed by direct precipitation of colloidal metal oxides from seawater, while the latter grew by elemental supply both from pore waters in the underlying sediments and by the direct precipitation of colloidal particles. The differences of the accretionary process in the ferromanganese oxides from some of the trench areas, are caused by local environmental variations, related to the topography and sedimentary conditions including bottom currents. We show that seismic activity decreased clearly in a wide area before the 1953 Boso-oki earthquake and the 1972 Hechijojima-toho-oki earthquake. In both cases the seismic quiescence extended to the Tokyo Metropolitan area. Marking precursory activity appeared several years before the Boso-oki earthquake in the Chiba prefecture and in the sea region off-Ibaraki prefecture. It is also noted that the seismicity in the Kanto region as well as in the sea region south off-Boso Peninsula decreased conspicuously after the Boso-oki earthquake. On the contrary an increase of the seismicity was observed after the Hachijojima-toho-oki earthquake, although deep seismic activities decreased remarkably. We show that seismic quiescences preceding the Boso-oki earthquake and the Hachijojima-toho-oki earthquake were detectable before their occurrences, and no other statistically significant quiescence has appeared in the south off-Kanto region since 1926. It is proposed that the occurrence of a large earthquake may be predicted by monitoring changes of the seismicity in a wide area. The cracks on the sea bottom in the middle of the oceanward slope of the northern Japan Trench off Miyako, Iwate Prefecture, in the depth of 6, 280-6, 210 m, were revisited during Research Dive 134 of “Shinkai 6500”, in July 1992. Mapping and observation including previous dives, 65, 66, 67 and 130 revealed the distribution, features and characteristics of the cracks. The cracks developed at the flank just above the steep cliffs, paralleling the main N-S trending trough of a horst-and-graben structure in the descending Pacific plate. The cracks have several meters depth and height, and are more or less straight, and continue for several tens of metres to several hundreds of metres. The predominant directions are either N-S or N20°E. Cracks are open, and not dislocated but stretched horizontally. Often they are branched into a Y-shape before merging again. Some are arranged in an en echelon fashion. A pressure ridge which was formed by compression of the previously open crack was found. Sediments in and around the cracks are soft, poorly indurated siliceous biogenic clay or claystone, and contain considerable amount of volcanic ash. Pebbles with manganese coating are abundant particularly in and around the cracks, suggesting the presence of oxidized bottom currents. The bottom current eroded the superficial part of the sediments exposing fracture cleaved mud below. Sediments that are rich in clay minerals indicate cohesion. However, if the slope suffers induced differential stress, the sediments may open up horizontally forming cracks or extensional fracture cleavages. This differential stress may be attributed to horizontal shaking during an earthquake, associated with the normal faulting of a horst-and-graben structure. Such an earthquake occurred underneath the study area on March 3, 1933, Magnitude 8.4.

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” The First Amendment protects five rights, and one of them is freedom of the press. This right is essential to a free nation. What Is Freedom of the Press? Freedom of the press is the right to report on the news without meddling from the government. This means the government cannot stop anyone from reporting on the news, or punish them for doing so. This right is important because the role of the press is to make sure people know what is happening in the country. The Founding Fathers protected reporters because the British government had tried to censor the news in the American colonies. The Crown tried to stop journalists from speaking against the king. Why Do We Need a Free Press? In the U.S.A., the public has the right to know what people in the government are doing. For this, the country needs a press that can tell people if the government is doing anything wrong. Watching the government isn’t the only role of the press, however. It is also the way we stay informed on news that happens in our towns, states, country, and the world. These are some reasons that all Americans must preserve the First Amendment and the rights it protects.

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a battle which took place in 778 at a mountain pass in the Pyrenees, near the village of Roncesvalles in northern Spain. The rearguard of Charlemagne’s army was attacked by the Basques and massacred. French name Roncevaux /ʀɔ̃svo/. Roncesvalles, Battle of in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of Roncesvalles, Battle of in the US English dictionary

I took Air asia flight from amritsar towards Sydney along with my wife on 16th july 2019 at 11.45 pm. We had 1 hour 20 mints stopover to catch the connected plane at kaula lumpur. We were rushing for our plane, when there was long queue in security checks, I keep on saying to representatives at security to hurry up but they were keep on doing their stuff on their normal pace. As soon as they finished the security we rushed towards our desalinated gate. We were literally running along with 7 more passengers and then the person on gate stopped us and said gate is closed now. We all explained that we are not at any fault, this happened only because of slow security and poor customer service, But they ignored us. After all this happened, I was extremely embarrassed and frustrated due to ill treatment of customer service. We keep on requesting for resolution from Air Asia counter and immigration service but they were just treating us as unwanted and silly people. I was totally devastated as this was my First experience with Air asia, which i felt extremely poor. After begging for resolution for 4 hours, I got nothing but only insult and disrespect from Air asia counter. They said they can't do anything and they even can't able to see next available flight for me. This ill treatment made my wife felt sick, she started vomiting due to all this depressed situation. At one point i felt stuck in middle of nothing, where there was no one to help me. I keep on asking staff at air asia counter for tickets and help about what needs to be done in this situation, As this was new for me. They said "We don't know" and book another ticket. Then my family booked Singapore Airline tickets for me on the spot and after confirmation of tickets when i went back to immigration counter then they said you can't take this flight because it is from terminal 1. 1. Why no one did't informed me about terminal 1 and 2 before . I was keep on asking air asia counter about resolution and they were just saying book another ticket and after asking about the details they said any ticket. While cancellation of those tickets our amount got deducted for cancellation. Which was not at all my fault. I was literally helpless. Then my relatives from India again paid Rs. 1, 78000 to book new tickets for us. I will never recommend this flight to any of my friend and relative. But i decided I am not going to leave this matter here, I will definitely take this matter to your service head or court if needed. delays at security is beyond airline control. but you should have at least received guidance from the staffs. AA customer service is just another xerox of MAS.

The eight-member, bipartisan committee constituted by Speaker of Parliament Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin to probe the allegations in a vote of censure motion against the Finance Minister, Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta will begin meeting today, Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 11 a.m. The committee is tasked to look into charges of conflicts of interest made against Mr. Ofori-Atta by the Minority caucus.

This week we have more new resources for the Lent and Easter period. There are three new downloads below – one for Shrove Tuesday and two for Ash Wednesday. More coming soon! There's also a reminder about a book you may have missed the first time around. Photo: The Spouting Cave, on Iona's west coast. Digital download: A preparation for the period of reflection and prayer that is Lent; a call to come back to God and to come back to the earth and wonder at the gift of our lives together. Includes visiting three 'stations' and marking of the palm of the hand with ashes. 7 pages. A hard-to-define book but one that is a gem, full of lyrical, heartfelt accounts of Neil's experiences of working with the homeless, the aged, the mentally ill, the lost. The stories can be used in personal meditation, group reflection and church worship, just as some of them have been in services in Iona Abbey. You can listen to him reading four of the stories if you follow the link below to our website. When I left university I had no idea what to do with my life … For about fifteen years I worked as nurse’s aide, as a companion aide, as a ‘counsellor’ in post-psychiatric ‘rest’ homes, and as a worker in shelters for homeless men. I did this work because I wanted, in my small way, to help build a world where people mattered – the Kingdom. I saw the world – and still see the world – as a place where you don’t matter unless you have money and property. Capitalism is a system that throws not only things but people away. In one post-psychiatric rest home I volunteered in, three people shared each tiny room. Recreation was bingo in a square, low-ceilinged basement: it felt like they were stuffing us all into a box … Conditions were filthy all over: mice lived in bathtubs and disappeared down hairy drains; disturbed people were straitjacketed with heavy drugs. … I don’t want to romanticise people, but so many of the folk I met in my work, so many of the discarded people, were to me the most prophetic and Christ-like. It was a privilege to know them.

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Since the condition may recur, it is advised to carry 2 doses (2 pens) - Supervise children on how to self-administer the injection, if required - If child is prone to anaphylactic reaction, then information (preferably written instructions) should be given to day care, school authorities accordingly - Adults should inform their spouses, colleagues, and friends, about the condition, in case of a future emergency Presently, in many countries, due to labeling and consumer protection laws, foods have suitable labels that indicate their content. What is the Prognosis of Coconut Allergy? (Outcomes/Resolutions) - The prognosis of Coconut Allergy depends on the severity of the signs and symptoms, but it is generally good - Some individuals may have it for the rest of their lives, but are able to cope well with modified diets that exclude coconut and by avoiding the use of coconut-based products - In some cases, the allergic reaction may be severe, causing anaphylaxis. 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There was a 5% increased odds for in-hospital mortality for each liter of fluid in patients with ARDS. After careful consideration, the American Thoracic Society canceled its annual meeting that was to take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from May 15-20, because of the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Although the live events will not proceed as planned, our readers can still find coverage of research that was scheduled to be presented at the meeting. A virtual event is being planned for later this year. The study included 3370 adults who received mechanical ventilation who were admitted to an intensive care unit at 3 hospitals. A total of 1098 (33%) patients in this cohort had ARDS, according to an assessment based on the Berlin criteria following radiologic consensus training. The primary end point was the NFB 96 hours postintubation. Patients were stratified by shock (shock vs non-shock), defined by either vasopressor use or a mean arterial pressure (MAP) of <65 mm Hg. Compared with patients without ARDS, those with ARDS had a significantly higher APACHE (Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation) score (43±18 vs 56±22, respectively; P <.0001), lower MAP (56±16 vs 49±17; P <.0001), and used more vasopressors (34% vs 45%; P <.0001). In the 554 patients without shock, there was no difference between those with ARDS vs without ARDS in terms of the NFB (-704 mL [95% CI, -1592 to 184 mL] vs 236 mL [95% CI -192 to 664 mL], respectively; P =.06). Comparatively, in the 2816 patients with shock, those with ARDS had higher NFB (3281 mL [95% CI, 2866-3695 mL] vs 1165 mL [95% CI, 929-1401 mL; P <.0001). A linear regression analysis adjusted for age, sex, APACHE score, maximum lactate, minimum MAP, and maximum creatinine found that NFB attributable to ARDS was not significant for patients without shock (-788 mL; 95% CI, -1814 to 237 mL; P =.13). In this adjusted analysis, however, the NFB attributable to ARDS was significantly higher for patients with shock (990 mL; 95% CI, 564-1416 mL; P <.001). The researchers found a 5% increased odds for in-hospital mortality for each liter of fluid in patients with ARDS (adjusted odds ratio, 1.05; 95% CI, 1.03-1.08; P <.001). For each liter of fluid in patients with ARDS, there was also an increase in days of ventilation by 0.41 (95% CI, 0.21-0.61; P <.001). Aboodi MS, Chen J, Dieiev V, Hope AA, Gong MN. Fluid balance and mortality in ARDS and non-ARDS patients with and without shock: after FACTT, is it time for another trial? Am J Repir Crit Care Med. 2020;201:A1135.

Summer Exercise Precautions Overheating and dehydration are an issue for athletes of all ages on hot and humid days. Synthetic turf can become hotter than surrounding areas on hot summer days, and it is especially important to be aware of heat-related issues when using those surfaces. The danger of heat exhaustion and dehydration can be minimized by wearing light-colored, lightweight, and loose fitting clothing, taking frequent breaks in the shade where available, increasing water intake, and adjusting the intensity and duration of physical activity. It is important to recognize the signs of heat-related illness and learn how to respond appropriately. Signs of heat-related illness include profuse sweating, fatigue, thirst, muscle cramp, headache, and ligh-headedness. If you, or someone else, experience these symptoms, get out of the sun, drink cool fluids, spray yourself with water, and rest. If the symptoms worsen, call 911. Stay with a person who is experiencing heat-related difficulties until medical assistance arrives. Visit the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene website for more detailed information on preventing, recognizing, and treating heat-related illnesses.

This engaging chapter offers a comprehensive overview of software design and reuse. Explore fun lessons and take mini quizzes to strengthen your knowledge of these concepts as you aim to boost your grades, work on an assignment or prepare to take a test. The core design concepts in software engineering should be followed to create a successful program or application. This lesson will go through those main design concepts and explain how each one plays a role in software development. In this lesson, we'll define the Design Model in Software Engineering, moving from requirements to design specifications to an example of a UML deployment diagram. UML deployment diagrams are excellent tools for documenting the relationships between software and hardware. Their uniquely helpful characteristic is the ability to depict a topography of technology used in a system.

User-defined actions consist of sequences of actions that typically relate to a single business logic function in the application under test. actions may be comprised of any type of action: built-in actions, user-scripted actions created with a harness, other user-defined actions, or any combination of the above. A user-defined action may be called, or invoked, by a test module or other user-defined action. In that sense, it is comparable to what programmers know as a function. It may accept arguments whose values control its behavior, and can also return values through arguments to the calling entity. For more on user-defined actions, their uses and advantages, see the User Guide. A user-defined action is created by means of an action definitions which, in the test editor, resembles a test module. In the TestArchitect explorer tree, user-defined actions are organized under the Actions subtree of your project. Creating a user-defined action is a two-stage process: - You begin by defining the action's interface – that is, the things that the outside world needs to know about the action in order to interface with it. This consists of the action's name and its arguments, which you define in the New Action dialog box. - Next, you create the action definition which, in the test editor, resembles a test module, with action lines consisting of other actions, be they user-defined, built-in, or user-scripted. Arguments that you create appear at the top of the action definition in the editor, which may lead you to believe that arguments can be created directly in the action definition rather than the New Action dialog box. This is indeed true, but it is strongly advised that you not create arguments this way, as doing so interferes with the process of name . Similarly, arguments of an existing action should only be added, modified, or deleted through the action's

A University of Maryland-led team of researchers developed a new way to identify sources of methane in the air in a paper published last month. The paper, which was published in the scientific journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, revealed methane emissions from wetlands may be much higher than scientists previously expected. It also asserts that microbial emissions propelled recent rises in atmospheric methane. Researchers from this university’s geology, environmental science and technology and oceanic and atmospheric departments worked on the paper with researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and California Institute of Technology. The researchers analyzed the composition of rare isotopic variants — or “flavors” of methane, as geology professor and paper co-author Alan Jay Kaufman described them — to trace how different methane samples were produced. Mojhgan Haghnegahdar, a postdoctoral fellow in this university’s geology department and the paper’s lead author, said methane in the atmosphere comes from either human activity or natural sources. Information describing the composition of methane variants can help distinguish between the gas’ sources, she added. “Recently, the concentration of methane has been increased … but people don’t know the reason behind it,” Haghnegahdar said. “Based on our model and what we were able to measure, we were able to … say which scenario is likely the one that has increased methane.” The researchers concluded that microbial sources are responsible for recent methane increases. The rate at which atmospheric methane levels rise has accelerated rapidly since 2007, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In April, NOAA reported that 2022 saw the fourth-largest annual methane increase since the agency began recording measurements in 1983. Each methane source has a different “fingerprint,” geology department chair James Farquhar said. This allows researchers to determine where methane came from by tracing the processes that affected it, he said. Even though methane’s concentration is lower than that of carbon dioxide, it is more than 28 times as potent and absorbs much more heat, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. That means a dramatic rise in methane will result in greater warming of the planet’s surface, Kaufman said. “Methane is probably the poorest understood of the greenhouse gases in terms of what its sources are,” Kaufman said. The researchers collected samples of air from wetland, agricultural and urban sites in Maryland before isolating and purifying methane from them. Jiayang Sun, a doctoral student in this university’s geology department and co-author of the paper, said it takes about six hours to extract a methane-concentrated gas from a pre-concentrated sample and an additional two hours to purify the gas into pure methane. The researchers then used a high-resolution mass spectrometer, called the Nu Instruments Panorama, to measure the purified methane and look at its chemical properties. It takes about three days to get the final data from the Panorama after collecting a sample, Sun said. This university’s Panorama is one of only two in the United States — UCLA was the first to have one. Haghnegahdar, who earned her doctorate at UCLA, said she is the only person in the country who has worked with both. While at UCLA, Haghnegahdar studied the theoretical potential of using two rare isotopes — atoms with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons — to track methane sources. At this university, Haghnegahdar proved her modeled predictions were right, with slight variations. “When we were able to measure air, that was kind of like a dream come true for me,” Haghnegahdar said. “I did the modeling thing when I was a PhD student and at that moment, no one believed me.” The team started work on the research in 2019 when they first installed the Panorama. But when unpacking the different Panorama parts, they found part of the mass spectrometer didn’t work. After the instrument was rebuilt and realigned, the COVID-19 pandemic further slowed the research process. “The fact that we had COVID meant I just brought parts home and just sat at home cleaning them out and rebuilding them and then trying to bring them back in to make it so that we could do the analysis,” Farquhar said. After nearly four years of work, the team submitted their paper for review earlier this year, Sun said. Sun said analyzing key methane sources and their proportions can help people understand potential ways to reduce methane emissions. According to Haghnegahdar, knowing the causes behind the increases in methane can also help policymakers make decisions about climate change. “What we are seeing here could affect our short term, also long term future,” she said. “If we know more, we can decide better.”

Willy, the green dragon.... Willy takes some time out to reflect on something that’s bothering him. His alone time takes him on an adventure of discovery in Kam Shan Country Park, where he meets the most annoying characters. Or are they just misunderstood? Pushed to the limits, Willy becomes frustrated and annoyed with the local wildlife. Willy's adventure takes him into Kam Shan Country Park in Kowloon. He learns all about the construction of the Kowloon reservoir many years ago. But how did all the monkeys end up in Kowloon? And why are they so angry? The monkeys are reminded of their history and make sure that everyone else knows why they are so angry. A story based on true events that highlight the possible dangers of the introduction of non-native species. Do you recognise the scenes in the new story? Utterly encouraging! How could anybody feed animals after reading this book, after hearing about the possible EXPLOSIONS!?

Il devra être investi d'un large mandat pour lui permettre de s'occuper du respect de tous les droits de l'homme dans toutes les régions du monde; cela implique également que les droits économiques, sociaux et culturels soient placés sur le même pied que les droits civils et politiques. Which language is this? French

<filename>020_extractor_data.py import glob import json import pandas as pd import matplotlib.pyplot as plt from matplotlib.pyplot import figure # 日本語フォント設定 from matplotlib import rc jp_font = "Yu Gothic" rc('font', family=jp_font) class DataExtractor: """Extract the values from csv files and save them to csv files. """ def __init__(self, filename, setting_dict): """Set variables. Args: filename (str): file name of csv setting_dict (dict): parameters of setting """ # ファイル名 self.DEFilename = filename # 各種設定を定義 self.DECol1 = list(setting_dict.keys())[0] self.DECol2 = list(setting_dict.keys())[1] self.DECol3 = list(setting_dict.keys())[2] self.DEHigh1 = setting_dict[self.DECol1]["high"] self.DELow1 = setting_dict[self.DECol1]["low"] self.DEHigh2 = setting_dict[self.DECol2]["high"] self.DELow2 = setting_dict[self.DECol2]["low"] self.DEFirst = setting_dict[self.DECol3]["first"] self.DEPlotsize = { "small": (9, 5), "large": (13, 10), "zero": (1, 1) }[setting_dict["graph"]["size"]] def create_dataframe(self): """Convert from csv to DataFrame. Returns: bool: True is processable, False isn't. """ if self.DEFilename[-8:] not in [self.DECol1 + ".csv", self.DECol2 + ".csv", self.DECol3 + ".csv"]: # ファイルの読み出し self.df = pd.read_csv( self.DEFilename, encoding="SHIFT-JIS", engine='python') # 差分を追加 try: if self.DEFirst == self.DECol1: self.df[self.DECol3] = self.df[self.DECol1] - \ self.df[self.DECol2] else: self.df[self.DECol3] = self.df[self.DECol2] - \ self.df[self.DECol1] print("処理実施:" + self.DEFilename) return(True) except BaseException as e: print("処理不可:{0} -->{1}が存在しません".format(self.DEFilename, str(e))) else: print("処理不要:" + self.DEFilename) return(False) def separate_dataframe(self): """Split the data which extract in range into each DataFrames. """ # 該当のINDEXを抽出 query_eva1 = "({1} < {0} & {0} < {2})".format( self.DECol1, self.DELow1, self.DEHigh1) query_eva2 = "({1} < {0} & {0} < {2})".format( self.DECol2, self.DELow2, self.DEHigh2) list = self.df.query(query_eva1 + " | " + query_eva2).index # # INDEXの塊をリストに切り分け self.result = separate_index(list) # 最も大きいindexを調査 index_max = 0 for temp in self.result: if len(temp) > index_max: index_max = len(temp) # 各列ごとにファイルにまとめる # 各列ごとのデータフレームの初期化 self.df1 = pd.DataFrame(index=range(index_max - 1)) self.df2 = pd.DataFrame(index=range(index_max - 1)) self.df3 = pd.DataFrame(index=range(index_max - 1)) # 各データフレームに値を入れていく for i, temp in enumerate(self.result): label = "{0:03}".format(i) self.df1["1" + label] = pd.DataFrame(self.df[temp[0]:temp[-1]][self.DECol1] .reset_index().loc[:, [self.DECol1]]) self.df2["2" + label] = pd.DataFrame(self.df[temp[0]:temp[-1]][self.DECol2] .reset_index().loc[:, [self.DECol2]]) self.df3["3" + label] = pd.DataFrame(self.df[temp[0]:temp[-1]][self.DECol3] .reset_index().loc[:, [self.DECol3]]) def save_dataframe(self): """Save each DataFrames. """ # ファイルに書き込み # excelで開きたいのでshift-jisを指定する self.df1.to_csv( self.DEFilename[:-4] + "-" + self.DECol1 + ".csv", encoding="shift_jis") self.df2.to_csv( self.DEFilename[:-4] + "-" + self.DECol2 + ".csv", encoding="shift_jis") self.df3.to_csv( self.DEFilename[:-4] + "-" + self.DECol3 + ".csv", encoding="shift_jis") def plot_dataframe(self): """Display some data in a graph. Return: int: If one, graph is displayed by plt.show(). """ if self.DEPlotsize == (1, 1): return(0) # 参考までにグラフを表示する # プロットするグラフの飛び数 num_plot_add = 1 # プロットするグラフの最大の数 num_plot_max = len(self.result) if num_plot_max > 9: num_plot_add = int(num_plot_max / 9) num_plot_max = 9 fig = figure(figsize=self.DEPlotsize) # 描画タイトルを表示 # 個別に日本語にする場合 # fig.suptitle(self.DEFilename, fontname=jp_font) fig.suptitle(self.DEFilename) for i in range(num_plot_max): num = i * num_plot_add # 表示場所を指定 ax = fig.add_subplot(3, 3, i + 1) if self.DEPlotsize[0] > 10: display_legend = True # 描画タイトルを表示 ax.set_title("No.{0}".format(num)) else: display_legend = False # 折れ線グラフ self.df[self.result[num][0]:self.result[num][-1]].plot( legend=display_legend, ax=ax) # 縦軸の値を指定 ax.set_ylim(bottom=-1, top=1) # グリッド表示 ax.grid(True) return(1) def separate_index(list): """Split a chunk of index into a list. Args: list (list): a chunk of index Return: list:((1, 2, 3), (5, 6)) <-- (1, 2, 3, 5, 6) """ result = [] val_pre = 0 for i, val in enumerate(list): if i == 0: # 1回目は値を保持するのみ temp = [val] elif val - val_pre < 2: # 値が連続している場合、値を連続で保持する temp.append(val) else: # 値が連続していない場合、結果を取り出す result.append(temp) temp = [val] # 前の値として保存する val_pre = val # 最後のみ残りの部分を保存する result.append(temp) return(result) def main(): # パラメータの取り出し setting = open("setting.json", "r", encoding="utf-8") setting_dict = json.load(setting) # ファイル読み込み filename = glob.glob("*.csv") plot_counter = 0 for row in filename: d = DataExtractor(row, setting_dict) if d.create_dataframe(): d.separate_dataframe() d.save_dataframe() plot_counter = d.plot_dataframe() if plot_counter != 0: plt.show() if __name__ == "__main__": main()

<reponame>bhlzlx/EASTL ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// // Copyright (c) Electronic Arts Inc. All rights reserved. ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// #ifndef EASTL_ATOMIC_INTERNAL_COMPILER_MSVC_EXCHANGE_H #define EASTL_ATOMIC_INTERNAL_COMPILER_MSVC_EXCHANGE_H #if defined(EA_PRAGMA_ONCE_SUPPORTED) #pragma once #endif #define EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_8(type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_OP_N(char, _InterlockedExchange8, type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) #define EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_16(type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_OP_N(short, _InterlockedExchange16, type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) #define EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_32(type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_OP_N(long, _InterlockedExchange, type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) #define EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_64(type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_OP_N(__int64, _InterlockedExchange64, type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) #define EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_128(type, ret, ptr, val, MemoryOrder) \ { \ bool cmpxchgRet; \ /* This is intentionally a non-atomic 128-bit load which may observe shearing. */ \ /* Either we do not observe *(ptr) but then the cmpxchg will fail and the observed */ \ /* atomic load will be returned. Or the non-atomic load got lucky and the cmpxchg succeeds */ \ /* because the observed value equals the value in *(ptr) thus we optimistically do a non-atomic load. */ \ ret = *(ptr); \ do \ { \ EA_PREPROCESSOR_JOIN(EA_PREPROCESSOR_JOIN(EASTL_ATOMIC_CMPXCHG_STRONG_, MemoryOrder), _128)(type, cmpxchgRet, ptr, &(ret), val); \ } while (!cmpxchgRet); \ } ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// // // void EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_*_N(type, type ret, type * ptr, type val) // #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELAXED_8(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_8(type, ret, ptr, val, RELAXED) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELAXED_16(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_16(type, ret, ptr, val, RELAXED) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELAXED_32(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_32(type, ret, ptr, val, RELAXED) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELAXED_64(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_64(type, ret, ptr, val, RELAXED) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELAXED_128(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_128(type, ret, ptr, val, RELAXED) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQUIRE_8(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_8(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQUIRE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQUIRE_16(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_16(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQUIRE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQUIRE_32(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_32(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQUIRE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQUIRE_64(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_64(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQUIRE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQUIRE_128(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_128(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQUIRE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELEASE_8(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_8(type, ret, ptr, val, RELEASE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELEASE_16(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_16(type, ret, ptr, val, RELEASE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELEASE_32(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_32(type, ret, ptr, val, RELEASE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELEASE_64(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_64(type, ret, ptr, val, RELEASE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_RELEASE_128(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_128(type, ret, ptr, val, RELEASE) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQ_REL_8(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_8(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQ_REL) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQ_REL_16(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_16(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQ_REL) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQ_REL_32(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_32(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQ_REL) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQ_REL_64(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_64(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQ_REL) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_ACQ_REL_128(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_128(type, ret, ptr, val, ACQ_REL) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_SEQ_CST_8(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_8(type, ret, ptr, val, SEQ_CST) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_SEQ_CST_16(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_16(type, ret, ptr, val, SEQ_CST) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_SEQ_CST_32(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_32(type, ret, ptr, val, SEQ_CST) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_SEQ_CST_64(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_64(type, ret, ptr, val, SEQ_CST) #define EASTL_COMPILER_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_SEQ_CST_128(type, ret, ptr, val) \ EASTL_MSVC_ATOMIC_EXCHANGE_128(type, ret, ptr, val, SEQ_CST) #endif /* EASTL_ATOMIC_INTERNAL_COMPILER_MSVC_EXCHANGE_H */

Students are required to write an annotated bibliography in MLA format, see the link under the Web Links for an example and the example below, that includes FOUR sources. These sources need to relate to the poem you are writing about for the final research paper. This bibliography needs to offer the topic AND a working thesis. All the summaries should show how these sources support the argument being made. If it is applicable offer a brief, very brief, analysis of the author’s credibility and/or a short biography of the author of the research piece and why he or she is competent to speak on the issue outlined in the work. Student may NOT use websites that are NOT .org or .edu, as sources MUST be academic in nature. There is no use of the Bible or dictionary definitions as they do not serve to support an analysis; they serve to reiterate information in the text. That’s not the point of a research paper. The textbook or website the poem is found on is NOT considered one of the four sources as it is not a secondary source that supports the analysis; it is a primary source.

What Makes up Homework Assignment? In almost all levels of education, learners usually have some tasks they must write out of class. For some students, homework seems to be a frivolous exercise. For others, it is a practical means to walk themselves through what they have learned in class. When a teacher assigns their student homework, they are looking to evaluate how well the learners have absorbed the knowledge disseminated in class. Typically, the questions and tests cover the most recent topics. Hence, the instructor can identify the students’ strong suits as well as their weaknesses. Depending on the type of assignment you are writing, you can be tested for different things. Take, for instance, if you are writing an argumentative essay. Your teacher will, first and foremost, assess your research and analytical skills. These two will be indicative of how well you have understood the subject. Subsequently, the instructor might then evaluate your writing skills. Significance of Homework Assignments There can be no objection that homework assignments are essential in the learning process. It might be argued that they mostly benefit students. Nevertheless, it is worth considering that they also help the teacher to evaluate their learners. Through regular assessments, a teacher can quickly identify where a particular student requires assistance. Homework plays an integral role in learners. The benefits of the assignments outside of class include. - First and foremost, it helps the student to reinforce their understanding of the relevant subject. As has been mentioned before, homework is usually focused on the topics that students have learned most recently in class. - In some cases, some of the homework scores might contribute marginally to the final grade. Therefore, working on these tasks, diligently pushes the student closer to their academic goals. - Homework can also help students to revise for their exams. When a student is fully committed to the assignments, they might not require to burn the midnight oil when tests are imminent. - Just as important, homework presents a common ground for students, teachers, and parents to cooperate for the learner’s greater good. Relevance of Homework Assignments Suffice it to say that when homework is reasonably assigned to students, it assists them in achieving help the objectives of learning. However, recent trends show that teachers are piling learners with more homework and very little time to work on the tasks accordingly. This has led to more students growing detached with education as well as causing mental and physical harm to some individuals. Several consequences have been brought up to the relevant stakeholders. As students spend more time writing homework, they are compromising on essential sleep hours. The general stress that comes with having 5 different tasks in one night can also be overwhelming. It is no surprise that some of the learners are developing mental and physical problems. In which case, the pertinent educators must step in to address this problem. It entails finding a standard that protects students from overindulgence while still achieving these assignments’ core objectives. Nevertheless, students should embrace homework culture. It helps them help themselves.

B.C. Ambulance Service paramedics can be seen with a man pulled from the Okanagan River Channel in Penticton, Wednesday, June 28, 2017. This year, the Thompson-Okanagan has experienced a fairly unusual trend of more people drowning in the region’s rivers and streams than in its lakes. In April, a woman died in the Thompson River near Ashcroft when her pickup truck went off the road. On May 5, Cache Creek fire chief Clayton Cassidy was swept away while checking creek flows. On June 28, a man died while tubing down the Okanagan River Channel in Penticton, and on July 1, a 25-year-old man fell into the South Thompson River and drowned. Last year, the Thompson-Okanagan saw just one river-related death. That was April 16 when a 33-year-old man was thrown into Trout Creek in Summerland and was swept away. Dale Miller, executive director of the Lifesaving Society of B.C., says in a usual year, there is a closer split between lake and river drownings, with a tilt to lakes. Last year, for example, five people died in notorious Okanagan Lake, two in Skaha Lake, and one in Osoyoos Lake. “This year there are more in rivers and streams. We think that’s because of the spring runoff,” Miller says. Waterways were much higher than normal across the Thompson-Okanagan this year, prompting numerous high stream flow advisories and specific warnings to avoid certain rivers completely. There have been seven drowning deaths in the Thompson-Okanagan so far this year, with the majority falling in the past week. They include the Jan. 31 death of a Tolko tug boat operator, a July 2 drowning in Shuswap Lake, and a July 5 drowning in Okanagan Lake. There have been 24 drownings across the province so far in 2017, which is on par with previous years, Miller says. Year-over-year, there has been a downward trend, Miller says. “We’re headed in the right direction, just not quickly enough,” he says.

Despite the COVID-19 epidemic, new headquarters, factories and industrial projects of various international giants as well as local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), have been mushrooming across China. The world's second-largest economy is unswervingly improving its business environment, nurturing fertile ground for the growth of various companies and injecting vitality into the domestic and global economy. U.S. agribusiness giant Cargill on Wednesday announced the opening of the Asia Pacific headquarters of its agricultural supply chain in Shanghai, further demonstrating the company's continued commitment to China's market. "We are grateful for the strong support from the Shanghai municipal government with this strategic location," said Robert Aspell, president of Asia Pacific for Cargill. He added that Shanghai would play a crucial role in the company's efforts to better serve customers in both China and other parts of the Asia Pacific region. "We will unswervingly welcome international enterprises and investors to invest and run business in Shanghai. We will create a world-class business environment and expand development space for all enterprises," said Gong Zheng, mayor of Shanghai, during a video call with Cargill. Despite the COVID-19 epidemic, foreign investors have increased their investment in Shanghai in a bid to cash in on the business opportunities in China. The city received 10.28 billion U.S. dollars in foreign investment in the first half of 2020, up 5.4 percent year on year. While foreign businesses beef up presence in the Chinese market, domestic firms have accelerated business resumption as the epidemic waned. Tianjin Golden Wheel Bicycle Group Co., Ltd saw its exports in the first half of 2020 recover to the level in the same period last year. "China continues to create an open, fair, just and non-discriminatory business environment, offering more opportunities to the world, thus helping stabilize the unsettled global economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a key factor for global companies to find the Chinese market attractive," said Quan Heng, secretary of the leading Party members' group at Shanghai Federation of Social Science Associations. According to the World Bank's Doing Business 2020 report, China made significant progress in the 2005-2020 period, compared to any other large economy in terms of facilitating the ease of doing business. "We were happy to see measures including trimming the negative list, optimizing business environment and strengthening intellectual property protection," said Ker Gibbs, president of the American Chamber of Commerce Shanghai. Since 2018, Shanghai has taken 286 targeted measures to improve the business environment, unveiling more than 70 reform policies and launching over 20 new public service systems, according to the municipal government. Reforms have also been adopted in other parts of the country. "Since Tianjin implemented the 'shipside delivery' reform to reduce customs clearance time, a container of imported goods can be picked up within three hours, saving some 300 yuan (about 43 U.S. dollars) per day," said You Tingguang, manager with a Tianjin-based trading company. Local authorities have also taken a slew of measures to help businesses tide over the uncertainties caused by the epidemic. According to the Tianjin Golden Wheel Bicycle Group Co., Ltd, as 10 customs authorities have piloted cross-border B2B e-commerce exports nationwide, the company received approval for doing business within a day, thereby buying it more time to seize business opportunities during the epidemic. "We have also received subsidies for water, electricity consumption and employment stabilization, as well as low-interest loans to help ease operation costs," said the group's general manager Yang Yufeng. According to the World Bank report, the proliferation of e-government services is one of the key factors driving China's success in improving the business environment. Wang Qingyuan, 30, who owns a hair parlor, found it far more convenient than before when she recently applied to cancel the license of her shop's old address. Upon reaching the government service center at Beijing's Daxing District, she logged into a mobile app through Alipay. The app ran facial recognition using her cellphone camera, enabling the staff to check all her information instantly. Corporate information and certificates can now be checked online as they are digitally stored. Besides, with the application of blockchain technology, one cannot tamper with the data, thus assuring authenticity. In Beijing, some 140 e-government service centers have adopted blockchain technology, which can reduce paper use by an average of 40 percent. Shanghai officially launched a comprehensive portal for administrative services in October 2018, which applied technologies such as blockchain, AI and big data. Since its launch, the service has registered more than 29 million individual users and 2 million legal person users. The portal has handled over 60 million cases. "China leads the world in the application of blockchain technology," said Huang Zhen, a professor with the Central University of Finance and Economics. "The technology is widely used not only in the financial sector but also in government services, which has become a key driving force for improving the business environment."

Categories are the primary way to structure products in a WooCommerce store. They provide a quick and easy route for customers to navigate your online shop and quickly find products they’re interested in. But despite this, most WooCommerce sites are missing a product category dropdown. It’s a shame, as this is a fantastic opportunity to let shoppers filter by category. Fortunately, there are two easy ways to add category dropdown filters to your store. Keep reading to find out which is best for you. The first solution involves using the bestselling WooCommerce Product Table WordPress plugin to create a list view of your products. Listing products in a table instantly makes your store easier to navigate. The table comes complete with instant AJAX search box and various filtering options including – you guessed it! – category dropdown lists. It’s the perfect way to display WooCommerce categories and products in a dropdown list. Customers can view all products in the table and quickly select a category or sub-category from the dropdown. This instantly filters the list of products by category. The easy way to add category dropdowns to your product lists. This is the most obviously way to add a drop down category option in WooCommerce. The list of categories is hierarchical, perfectly reflecting the structure of your store. The sub-categories (and sub-sub-categories, etc.) are automatically nested/indented to show the category relationships. Shoppers simply open the categories dropdown and select a category. The list of products updates instantly to display products from that category. To clear the category selection, the shopper simply clicks the reset link to view all products. You can choose which columns to include in your product tables. If you choose to include a ‘categories’ column, then this will list each product’s categories within the table. Customers can click on these to instantly filter by a specific category. Or if you prefer, you can disable ‘search on click’ so that clicking on a category will load the category archive page. The easiest way to create product tables with category dropdowns is to add a shortcode – [product_table] – to any page on your WordPress site. You can use the shortcode like this to list all products. Alternatively, you can edit the shortcode to list specific products only. You can also add them to your main shop page, complete with product category dropdown. That way, customers can visit the shop homepage (or any product archive page) and use the category filter there. This option is slightly more technical and you can find the instructions here. The other option is to use a Woo filter plugin to add a category dropdown option. The filter widgets that come with WooCommerce itself only let you filter by attribute, price, or average rating – but not category. To add a category dropdown filter widget, you’ll need to install an additional WP plugin. We recommend the filter plugins by either BeRocket or WOOF. Add WooCommerce category dropdown filter widgets to the left or right sidebar. Allow customers to filter by category, tag, attribute, and even custom taxonomies – all at once. Display all of these options above a product table instead of in the sidebar. Can I use both solutions together to add multiple category dropdowns? Absolutely! Both BeRocket and WOOF have integrated their filter widgets with WooCommerce Product Table. We’ve provided a separate tutorial on how to use them together. The benefit of using both types of category filter dropdown is that different customers navigate websites in different ways. Some will choose to select a category from a dropdown above the list of products. Others will click on a category to see other products from the same category. Other shoppers prefer to use sidebar widgets to perform multiple filters at once. By giving customers a choice, you can make it even easier for them. And happy customers means happy store owners – everyone wins!

Burlington, VT – Maurice J Parent Sr, 91, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022 at McClure-Miller Respite House, Colchester. He was born on March 18, 1931 in Winooski, the son of Edmond and Maria (Duprat) Parent. He was a US Army Korean Veteran and did farming and was a custodian at Burlington Health & Rehab Center for 15 years. He was a former member of the Burlington Moose Lodge and the Burlington VFW, Post # 782. He leaves his children: Donald & Cindy Parent, Maurice Parent, Jr., David Parent, Jeannine Baker, Gloria & Raymond Stokes, Sarah Shortsleeve , 21 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, his step-children: Eddie & Karen O’Neil, Kevin, Kathy and Millie Sutton, 7 step-grandchildren, his sister, Sylvia Beaudoin and husband, Xavier, brother-in-law, Eddy Howard, sister-in-law, Betty Parent and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his wife, Elaine, son, Stephen Parent, brothers: Leonard, Bernard and Robert Parent and sister, Gloria Howard.

This course is ideal if you want to learn how to create a successful edible garden using organic methods. At the end of the course you will be able to understand organic growing principles and apply them to your own edible garden. Learn how to improve your soils and soil fertility Find out how to grow plants in raised gardens and greenhouses to optimize growth. Find out how you can irrigate your garden Find out how you can directly sow seeds in your garden Find out how you plant out seedlings in your garden Learn about how crop rotation and companion planting can improve your soil and reduce pests and diseases Find out about how to control pests and diseases using organic methods Learn about how you can harvest your edible plants to keep them fresh and tasty This course offers you a simple, easy way to understand organic growing methods, and how you can apply them in your garden. Once you have obtained the information you can set up your edible garden and grow plants successfully. Have basic gardening knowledge and basic gardening tools

<gh_stars>1-10 from flask import current_app, url_for, request, redirect, session, jsonify import requests import json from urllib import parse import re from datetime import datetime from destiny_focus.user.models import User from destiny_focus.bungie.api_urls import bungie_api_urls from destiny_focus.bungie.season_data import SEASONS, CURRENT_SEASON class BungieApi(object): def __init__(self, user): super().__init__() self.user = user credentials = current_app.config['OAUTH_CREDENTIALS']['bungie'] self.api_key = credentials['api_key'] self.access_token = user.access_token self.api_urls = bungie_api_urls self.auth_session = requests.Session() self.check_for_refresh(user) def check_for_refresh(self, user): # print(user.refresh_ready) # print(user.refresh_expired) if user.refresh_ready < datetime.utcnow(): print("\n\nRefresh ready!\n\n") return self.auth_session def make_session(self="unauth"): """ Make the authorized session. """ auth_headers = {} auth_headers["X-API-Key"] = self.api_key auth_headers["Authorization"] = 'Bearer ' + str(self.access_token) self.auth_session.headers = { "X-API-Key" : auth_headers['X-API-Key'], 'Authorization' : auth_headers['Authorization'] } return self.auth_session def GetCurrentBungieAccount(self): """ http://destinydevs.github.io/BungieNetPlatform/docs/services/User/User-GetCurrentBungieAccount Example: https:/www.bungie.net/Platform/User/GetCurrentBungieAccount/ """ function_name = "GetCurrentBungieAccount" auth_session = self.make_session() url_params = { } url = self.api_urls['GetCurrentBungieAccount'] # print("making request for:") # print(url) # print("headers") # print(auth_session.headers) response = auth_session.get(url) # print(response.status_code) # print(response.text) # print(response.json()) if not response.status_code == 200: # print("Flagging error for some reason") return self.flag_error(function_name, response) # print("No error") self.membership_id = response.json()['Response']['destinyMemberships'][0]['membershipId'] self.membership_type = response.json()['Response']['destinyMemberships'][0]['membershipType'] self.bungie_display_name = response.json()['Response']['bungieNetUser']['displayName'] self.bungie_profile_pic = response.json()['Response']['bungieNetUser']['profilePicturePath'] return response.json() def get_profile(self, membership_type, membership_id): """ https://bungie-net.github.io/multi/operation_get_Destiny2-GetProfile.html#operation_get_Destiny2-GetProfile Get associated Destiny profile information. See a full list of components: https://bungie-net.github.io/multi/schema_Destiny-DestinyComponentType.html#schema_Destiny-DestinyComponentType Requested components: 100: Profiles 200: Characters 202: CharacterProgressions 204: CharacterActivities """ function_name = "GetProfile" auth_session = self.make_session() refresh_status = self.check_for_refresh(self.user) url_params = { 'components' : "100,200,202,204" } url = self.api_urls['GetProfile'] url = re.sub("{membershipType}", membership_type, url) url = re.sub("{destinyMembershipId}", membership_id, url) url = url + '?' + parse.urlencode(url_params) # print("making request for:") # print(url) # print("headers") # print(auth_session.headers) response = auth_session.get(url) # print(response.status_code) # print(response.text) if not response.status_code == 200: print("Found an error!") print(response.text) return self.flag_error(function_name, response) return response.json() def get_activity_history(self, membership_type, membership_id, character_id, count=0, mode=0, page=0): """ https://bungie-net.github.io/multi/operation_get_Destiny2-GetActivityHistory.html#operation_get_Destiny2-GetActivityHistory Querystring Parameters count Number of rows to return Type: int32 mode A filter for the activity mode to be returned. None returns all activities. See the documentation for DestinyActivityModeType for valid values, and pass in string representation. For historical reasons, this list will have both D1 and D2-relevant Activity Modes in it. Please don't take this to mean that some D1-only feature is coming back! Type: int32 page Page number to return, starting with 0. Type: int32 """ function_name = "get_activity_history" auth_session = self.make_session() url_params = { 'count' : count, 'mode' : mode, 'page' : page } url = self.api_urls['GetActivityHistory'] url = re.sub("{membershipType}", membership_type, url) url = re.sub("{destinyMembershipId}", membership_id, url) url = re.sub("{characterId}", character_id, url) url = url + '?' + parse.urlencode(url_params) # print("making request for:") # print(url) # print("headers") # print(auth_session.headers) response = auth_session.get(url) # print(response.status_code) # print(type(response.status_code)) # print(response.text) if not response.status_code == 200: return self.flag_error(function_name, response) return response.json() def flag_error(self, function_name, response): """ Return a JSON formatted error. """ # print("Inside Flagged error") # print(type(response.json())) fail = { 'status' : "Error", 'ErrorStatus' : response.json()["ErrorStatus"], 'status_code' : response.status_code, 'request' : function_name, 'message' : response.json() } print('Bungie response error:') print(fail) # return response.json() return (fail) def get_pgcr(self, activityId): """ https://bungie-net.github.io/multi/operation_get_Destiny2-GetPostGameCarnageReport.html#operation_get_Destiny2-GetPostGameCarnageReport Path: /Destiny2/Stats/PostGameCarnageReport/{activityId}/ Gets the available post game carnage report for the activity ID. """ function_name = "get_pgcr" auth_session = self.make_session() url = self.api_urls['GetPostGameCarnageReport'] url = re.sub("{activityId}", activityId, url) print(url) response = auth_session.get(url) if not response.status_code == 200: return self.flag_error(function_name, response) return response.json() def get_historical_stats(self, membership_type, membership_id, character_id, dayend="", daystart="", groups="General", modes=5, periodType="AllTime"): """ https://bungie-net.github.io/multi/operation_get_Destiny2-GetHistoricalStats.html#operation_get_Destiny2-GetHistoricalStats dayend Last day to return when daily stats are requested. Use the format YYYY-MM-DD. Currently, we cannot allow more than 31 days of daily data to be requested in a single request. Type: date-time daystart First day to return when daily stats are requested. Use the format YYYY-MM-DD. Currently, we cannot allow more than 31 days of daily data to be requested in a single request. Type: date-time groups Group of stats to include, otherwise only general stats are returned. Comma separated list is allowed. Values: General, Weapons, Medals Type: array Array Contents: int32 modes Game modes to return. See the documentation for DestinyActivityModeType for valid values, and pass in string representation, comma delimited. Type: array Array Contents: int32 periodType Indicates a specific period type to return. Optional. May be: Daily, AllTime, or Activity Type: int32 """ function_name = "get_activity_history" auth_session = self.make_session() # daystart = datetime.strptime(SEASONS[CURRENT_SEASON]['START'], "%Y-%m-%d %H:%M:%S") # dayend = datetime.strptime(SEASONS[CURRENT_SEASON]['END'], "%Y-%m-%d %H:%M:%S") if daystart is not "" or not periodType == "AllTime": # print("Day start:", daystart) # print("Day end:", dayend) # print(dayend.year) # print(dayend.month) # print(dayend.day) daystart = f"{daystart.year}-{daystart.month}-{daystart.day}" dayend = f"{dayend.year}-{dayend.month}-{dayend.day}" url_params = { # 'groups' : groups, 'modes' : modes, 'periodType': periodType, # 'periodType': "Daily", # 'periodType': "AllTime", } if daystart is not "" or not periodType == "AllTime": # if not periodType == "Activity": url_params['dayend'] = dayend url_params['daystart'] = daystart # print(url_params) url = self.api_urls['GetHistoricalStats'] url = re.sub("{membershipType}", membership_type, url) url = re.sub("{destinyMembershipId}", membership_id, url) url = re.sub("{characterId}", character_id, url) url = url + '?' + parse.urlencode(url_params) print("making request for:") print(url) # print("headers") # print(auth_session.headers) response = auth_session.get(url) # print(response.status_code) # print(type(response.status_code)) # print(response.text) if not response.status_code == 200: return self.flag_error(function_name, response) return response.json()

MyDigiTwin is a scientific initiative to develop a platform in which individuals can, for the first time, directly compare their personal health data with big-data reference data available from multiple cohorts, including ±200,000 national and ±500,000 international volunteers with long-term follow-up. This big-data will be queried via FAIR data access points and “on the fly” comparison by Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based algorithms will return results that will be used to render a “Digital Twin” (representative) of each individual user. This “Digital Twin” informs the user on the actual observed cardiovascular events of the identified “most alike” volunteers from big-data reference sets. The “Digital Twin” can also be modified for input variables to allow the user to simulate the effect of changes (e.g. in Lifestyle) and assess benefits or harm. The MyDigiTwin platform will also make AI tools available to the users to “check” whether their personal data, including possible pharmacotherapy, is in line with the official recommendations from professional cardiovascular practice guidelines. Dedicated research will be directed to obtain fundamental insights into the readiness of society to optimally align the foreseen platform and cockpit (user interface) with the needs and expectations of users. A co-creation strategy will be used to develop MyDigiTwin and its efficacy, in order to empower patients and enable shared decision-making. This will be tested in a real-life setting by our clinicians. MyDigiTwin contributes to self-management and improved interaction with health care professionals through knowledge-driven empowerment, technical solutions to enhance communication, and reports to simulate shared decision making.

français Information Mapper Activities Publications Archives Bulletins 2010-2019 Libya Sudan Mauritania Sahara rains Yemen Eritrea Niger Upsurges 2004-05 1996-98 Overview May-Nov '96 Nov-May '97 Jun-Oct '97 Oct-Jun '98 1992-93 Emergency Ops 2004-06 Reports Funding Country briefs 14 December. Locusts concentrating and increasing in density in Niger Small groups of late instar hoppers and immature adults are present in parts of the Tamesna Plains in northern Niger northwest of Agadez. The groups have formed as Desert Locust hoppers and adults concentrate and increase in density in the few areas that remain green in between the sand dunes. Despite security concerns, ground teams are monitoring the situation and 121 ha were treated on 10-13 December. It is important that field teams try to locate and control all infestations in order to reduce grouping and diminish the threat to crops and migration to other countries. In western Mauritania, the situation continues to improve in areas where an outbreak developed in early October. Very little rain has fallen and vegetation continues to dry out. Consequently, only low numbers of scattered hoppers and adults are present mixed with a few small groups. National teams treated 75 ha during the first ten days of December. In southern Morocco, a few isolated adults were seen in the southern part of the Western Sahara near Tichla and the border of Mauritania. Elsewhere, the situation remains calm with only a few locusts reported in the winter breeding areas along the Red Sea coast in the Tokar Delta, Sudan and on the northwest coast in northern Somalia. The situation should continue to be monitored carefully in the above-mentioned countries and preventive control operations undertaken as necessary. Groups of locusts are present in Mauritania and Niger. 2 December. Desert Locust situation continues to improve in Mauritania The Desert Locust situation continues to improve in western Mauritania as a result of ground control operations and very little rainfall. In the past few days, control operations have declined as locust infestations become smaller and potential targets are more scarce. The situation is expected to improve further unless unusually heavy and widespread rains fall but this is unlikely. In the winter breeding areas along both sides of the Red Sea, limited breeding is expected to occur once rains fall but locust numbers will remain below threatening levels. So far, rains have only occurred in northeast Sudan and near Jeddah, and low numbers of solitarious adults are present in Sudan near the border of Egypt and in the Tokar Delta. The locust situation is improving in W Mauritania. 24 November. Desert Locust situation improving in Mauritania The Desert Locust situation is improving in western Mauritania where ground control operations continue against small groups of hoppers and adults as a result of an outbreak that developed in early October. During the past five days, locust densities and control operations have declined compared to earlier this month. Most of the hoppers have reached their last stage of maturity and are now fledging into immature adults. Consequently, ground teams are finding less targets to treat but remain in the field to monitor the situation carefully. In the extreme south of Morocco, ground teams treated very small patches of first and second instar hoppers near Tichla in the Western Sahara. These infestations developed from adults that arrived from outbreak areas in Mauritania during early October. They laid eggs in mid-October when light rains fell, which hatched during the second week of November. Similar breeding may have occurred in nearby areas but probably on a very limited scale. Given the effectiveness of current control operations, a high level of preparedness in the region, and a lack of significant rainfall, it is expected that the outbreak should be under control by early December. Thereafter, only low numbers of locusts are likely to remain in parts of western and northern Mauritania and Western Sahara where small-scale breeding could occur if ecological conditions are favourable. There is no threat at present to other countries in the region. Control operations are in progress in Mauritania and Western Sahara. 13 November. Control operations increase in Mauritania outbreak During the past two weeks, control efforts by national teams have increased in western Mauritania where a Desert Locust outbreak developed in early October. Nearly 6,400 ha were treated by ground so far this month, bringing the total area treated since 11 September to 10,600 ha. Currently, second generation hoppers continue to form small groups within a remote area between Nouakchott, Moudjeria and Oujeft. Some of the immature and mature adults are also forming groups, mainly near Moudjeria and Nouakchott while egg laying continues in a few areas between Aguilal Faye and Akjoujt. Light to moderate rains fell on 1-2 November near Zouerate which should allow conditions to remain favourable for locust survival and small-scale breeding. Although rain has not fallen in the outbreak area since late September, vegetation remains green in between the sand dunes. Given the effectiveness of current control operations, a high level of preparedness in Mauritania and the region, and a lack of significant rainfall, it is expected that the outbreak should be under control by early December. Thereafter, only low numbers of locusts are likely to remain in the area and perhaps breed on a limited scale if temperatures remain warm. Scattered adults are likely to move into parts of southern Morocco and Western Sahara. There is no threat at present to other countries in the region. Control operations increased in western Mauritania against a Desert Locust outbreak. 2 November. Control operations in progress in Mauritania outbreak Ground teams continue to treat second generation hatchlings and hoppers that are forming small groups in western Mauritania. The outbreak developed as a result of summer breeding, giving rise to increased numbers of locusts that are concentrating in vegetation that remains green within an area of about 400 km by 250 km east of Nouakchott. So far, teams have treated some 4,000 ha since mid September. The outbreak is smaller than in 2003 and Mauritania is better prepared with sufficient resources to combat new hopper groups as they form during November. Very little rain fell in the Region during October, which means that breeding is likely to end shortly unless more rains fall. This, combined with effective control operations against primarily hopper infestations, should reduce locust numbers and bring the situation under control and stop the migration of adults towards the north. So far, only isolated solitarious immature adults have arrived in adjacent areas of southern Morocco and Western Sahara. Elsewhere, low numbers of adults were present in central Mali, southern Algeria, northern Niger, Chad and on the Red Sea coast in Yemen. The Desert Locust outbreak in western Mauritania should be contained unless unusually heavy and widespread rains occur in the next six weeks. 23 October. Desert Locust control operations continue in western Mauritania Seventeen survey and control teams from the National Locust Centre in Mauritania are undertaking ground operations against a second generation of Desert Locust breeding that is underway in western Mauritania where a potentially serious outbreak developed earlier this month. The new hatchlings are gregarizing and forming small but dense hopper groups that are good targets for control. More than 2,100 ha have been treated since the control operations started on 11 September. The outbreak outbreak under control. Although there is no immediate threat to other countries in the Region, they are on standby and ready to help Mauritania if needed. Morocco has mobilized survey teams and two aircraft in the extreme south of the Western Sahara just in case locust adults arrive from Mauritania. So far, ecological conditions remain dry in southern Morocco and no significant locust infestations have been detected. Therefore, the current outbreak is expected to be brought under control by early December unless unusually heavy and widespread rains occur in the next six weeks. If that was to occur and if current control operations are less effective than expected, then there is a risk that small swarms will form in early December in the outbreak area and move north into northern Mauritania and southern Morocco and breed during the winter. This could eventually lead to further migration and breeding during the spring as far north as the Atlas Mountains in Morocco and Algeria. FAO is monitoring the situation extremely closely on a daily basis and will continue to keep affected countries, the donor community and other stakeholders informed of any significant developments as they arise. 15 October. Desert Locust outbreak develops in western Mauritania A serious Desert Locust outbreak has developed in western Mauritania from breeding that occurred this summer. At present, there is no threat to other countries in the Region except for southern Morocco and Western Sahara where adults from currently infested areas in western Mauritania could appear.. All efforts should be made to ensure that adequate survey and control operations are carried out during October and November in the outbreak area. Fortunately, sufficient resources are in place to face the current threat. A Desert Locust outbreak has developed in western Mauritania. 1 October. Locust populations may increase in Mauritania Desert Locust adults are dispersed widely throughout the northern Sahel in Mauritania and breeding is in progress. As vegetation dries out in October, adults are expected to move from the south and southeast and appear in areas of recent rainfall in the northwest of the country. Breeding is likely to commence in the northwest and continue east of Nouakchott, giving rise to more locusts that could concentrate and form small groups. Elsewhere in the summer breeding areas, lower numbers of locusts are present in eastern Chad and probably in parts of northern Mali and Niger, Sudan and western Eritrea but surveys have not been carried out recently in these countries to confirm the situation. Unless further rains fall, vegetation will dry out and only low numbers of locust adults are expected to remain. In Southwest Asia, the seasonal monsoon was unusually poor in the summer breeding areas along both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border and, as a result, there was no significant locust activity this year. The forecast period until mid-November is one in which summer generation adults normally move to the autumn breeding areas in northwest Mauritania and winter breeding areas along both sides of the Red Sea. This year, small-scale movement and breeding is expected to occur in both areas. The Desert Locust situation remains calm. 1 September. Locust populations are expected to increase substantially in Mauritania Desert Locust adults are dispersed widely throughout the northern Sahel in Mauritania and breeding is in progress. Locusts are also present or are likely to be present, but to a lesser extent, in some of the summer breeding areas in northern Mali and Niger, southern Algeria, eastern Chad, Sudan and western Eritrea. National locust teams are conducting ground surveys and monitoring the situation in all countries except for Mali and Niger because of continued insecurity. So far this season, the level of breeding is about normal. Good rains have fallen in Mauritania, Sudan and Eritrea but they have been patchy in the other countries. Small-scale breeding will continue during September and into October, which will cause locust numbers to increase substantially in Mauritania, and this could eventually lead to a local outbreak once vegetation starts to dry out in October. Locusts will also increase in northern Mali, Niger, Chad, Sudan and Eritrea but they should remain below threatening levels. In late July, unusually heavy rains fell along both sides of the southern Red Sea over the entire coast of Eritrea, Djibouti and Yemen. This will cause ecological conditions to improve and small-scale breeding could eventually occur in some areas. In Southwest Asia, monsoon rains were very poor during August in the summer breeding areas along both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border. Consequently, only low numbers of locusts are present and breeding is not likely to occur unless more rains fall. 3 August. Desert Locust situation returns to calm in all countries In the past few weeks, the Desert Locust situation has improved in the Horn of Africa, and the situation is now calm in all countries. Only insignificant numbers of solitarious adults are present in northwest Mauritania, Algeria and Sudan. Local breeding was reported in one place in northwest Mauritania where unusually good rains fell in June. In July, ground control teams treated small infestations along the Algerian border in Morocco and in the northern highlands in Ethiopia. Seasonal rains began last month in the summer breeding areas in the northern Sahel from Mauritania to Eritrea. By the end of July, ecological conditions had become favourable in most areas. Consequently, small-scale breeding will occur during August, causing locust numbers to increase slightly but remain below threatening levels. In Southwest Asia, the monsoon rains commenced in early July and, like the Sahel, conditions are now favourable for breeding. So far, only scattered locusts are present in Cholistan and Khipro deserts in Pakistan near the Indian border. Small-scale breeding in both countries will cause locust numbers to increase slightly but remain below threatening levels during August. Regular surveys should be carried out in all affected countries to monitor the situation carefully throughout the summer. The Desert Locust situation has improved in the past month. 2 July. Desert Locust situation calms down in the Horn of Africa and Arabia In the past week, the Desert Locust situation has improved in the Horn of Africa and in southern Arabia. In Ethiopia, no new swarms have been reported and only a few small immature swarms and swarmlets remain in parts of the central Rift Valley and in the northern highlands. Those in the northern highlands have dispersed and are difficult to treat. Consequently, there is a moderate risk that scattered adults and perhaps a few small groups of adults could move to the summer breeding areas in western Eritrea and central Sudan and lay eggs with the onset of the seasonal rains. Only a few scattered immature adults were seen during surveys last week in the interior of Yemen, mainly north of Wadi Hadhramaut in Zamakh and Minwakh areas, and on the escarpment in northern Somalia. No locusts were seen during surveys carried out recently in Oman, Pakistan and India. Therefore, it appears that the threat of swarm movement from Yemen and northern Somalia to the summer breeding areas along both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border has ceased. Nevertheless, regular surveys should be maintained in the key countries throughout the summer. Elsewhere, the situation remains calm. A few locusts are present and breeding south of the Atlas Mountains in Morocco and along the Nile River Valley in northern Sudan. Control operations were carried out in southeast Iran against hoppers. In the coming weeks, small-scale breeding will commence with the onset of the seasonal rains in the northern Sahel of West Africa and Sudan as well as along the Indo-Pakistan border. Locust numbers are likely to remain low and no significant developments are expected. The Desert Locust situation has improved in the past week. 19 June. Desert Locust swarms persist in Ethiopia and N Somalia In Ethiopia, no new swarms have arrived from northern Somalia since 10 June but there are about a dozen swarms reported in the country. Many of the swarms split into smaller swarmlets and groups that have moved into the Somali region (Shinile and Jijiga zones), Dire Dawa, Oromiya (E. and W. Haraghe zones), Harari, and the central Rift Valley in Afar (zones 3 and 5). A small swarm moved into the northern highlands (North Wello) on 9 June and reached southern Tigray on the 12th. Small groups of adults also arrived in southern Gondar zone in Amhara region on the 14th. Control operations are nearly impossible because the immature swarms are very mobile and difficult to follow in the rugged and inaccessible terrain. Some damage occurred on irrigated cotton crops in the Afar region. The situation in northern Somalia and in Yemen remains unclear due to a lack of surveys. Ground surveys resumed today in northern Somalia to check areas on the plateau and escarpment where immature swarms have been reported between Boroma and Erigavo. There remains a high risk that a few small swarms from northern Ethiopia could reach the summer breeding areas of western Eritrea and central Sudan while other swarms from northern Somalia could cross the Gulf of Aden and move along the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula and cross the Arabian Sea to the summer breeding areas along the Indo-Pakistan border. National locust teams are on alert and have been mobilized in Eritrea, Sudan, Oman, Pakistan and India. So far, no swarms have been reported in these countries. So far Desert Locust swarms have remained in Ethiopia and N. Somalia. 12 June. Desert Locust swarms may move to southern Arabia and the Indo-Pakistan border New reports indicate that Desert Locust swarms have been moving east across northern Somalia and reached the northeast on 6 June. Two days later, an immature swarm flew over Erigavo and moved north into the nearby Golis Mountains. There is a high probability that other small swarms are still present on the plateau east of Hargeisa and Burao in the Sanaag and Bari regions of the northeast. The swarms are immature and highly mobile. They are not mature enough to lay eggs now. As ecological conditions are mainly dry and unfavourable, there is a high risk that the swarms will continue to move east and northeast towards Bosaso and the Gulf of Aden. The southwest monsoon winds are expected to carry most of the swarms across the Gulf of Aden to the southern shores of the Arabian Peninsula where they are likely to appear briefly along the coast of eastern Yemen and southern Oman in the next few days. From there, the swarms are expected to move northeast along the dry eastern coast of Oman and cross the Arabian Sea to the coast of Pakistan and to the Rann of Kutch, India before reaching the summer breeding areas along both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border in about a week from now. Given the current situation and the uncertainty about the scale of the potential migration, countries should be proactive and take preventive steps by mounting surveys in the following areas to monitor the arrival and movement of any swarms from northern Somalia: * Yemen - coastal areas from Al Ghaydah to the Oman border (immediately for at least one week) * Oman - coastal areas from Salalah to Sur (from 13 June for at least one week) * Pakistan - coastal areas from Gwadar to the India border (from about 17 June) and eastern desert areas of Tharparkar and Cholistan * India - coastal areas of Gujarat (from about 18 June) and interior areas of Gujarat and Rajastan The swarms are likely to be highly mobile and difficult to control. If any swarms arrive in the summer breeding areas along both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border, they will mature quickly and lay eggs with the onset of the seasonal monsoon rains later this month. In Ethiopia, an immature swarm appeared in the highlands north of Addis Ababa on 10 June. Survey teams have been mobilized in all areas. A few more swarms from northwest Somalia may appear in the northern Rift Valley and move through the Afar region to northwest Ethiopia (Amhara and Tigray regions) and perhaps continue towards the summer breeding areas in western Eritrea and central Sudan. Swarms may migrate from northern Somalia towards India and Pakistan in the coming week. 10 June. Swarms from N. Somalia move into eastern Ethiopia The current Desert Locust situation remains critical in the Horn of Africa and on the southern Arabian Peninsula. In the past few days, at least five small immature Desert Locust swarms crossed into eastern Ethiopia from adjacent areas in northwest Somalia. Aerial control operations were immediately mounted and treated a 1.5 sq. km swarm near Harar on 7 June and a 1 sq. km swarm near Dire Dawa on the 8th. The swarms are very mobile and difficult to follow. There are also reports of swarms in the Rift Valley north of Dire Dawa and in the Harar Highlands between Dire Dawa and Harar in the Shinile and Komblocha areas. The irregular and highly variable winds are carrying the swarms back and forth across the Ethiopian/Somali border between Djibouti and Boroma, N. Somalia. Consequently, there is a high risk that swarms may move in a number of different directions: 1) from NW Somalia (between Boroma, the coast and Djibouti) southwest to Dire Dawa and the Rift Valley in Ethiopia, reaching the highlands north of Addis Ababa and perhaps continuing to the summer breeding areas in Sudan and Eritrea (2) from the plateau and escarpment in NW Somalia (between Boroma and Hargeisa) northeast to the Berbera coast (3) from the plateau and escarpment (between Hargeisa and Burao) northwards to the Gulf of Aden, perhaps reaching southern Yemen (4) from the plateau (east of Burao) northeast to Puntland and the Gulf of Aden, perhaps reaching southern Oman and continuing to the summer breeding areas along both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border. Today, an immature swarm was seen in the highlands north of Addis Ababa in North Wello zone. National survey teams have been deployed in northern Ethiopia. Given the complexity of the possible migrations and the seriousness of the current situation, the concerned countries (Eritrea, Ethiopia, Oman, Somalia, Sudan et Yemen) should be alert and take the necessary precautions. Swarms are likely to move in different directions due to variable winds over the Horn of Africa. 2 June. Swarms form in N. Somalia and threaten the Region The current Desert Locust situation is critical in the Horn of Africa and on the southern Arabian Peninsula. In the past week, new swarms have formed in northern Somalia. Most of the swarms are moving in a generally northerly direction on the Somali plateau and escarpment but a few swarms crossed the border into adjacent areas of eastern Ethiopia. Although ground and aerial control operations are in progress, more swarms are expected to form in northern Somalia this week as breeding comes to an end. While most of the swarms should remain on the plateau because of good rains last month, there is a high risk that some will move. As the southwest Asia monsoon flow is established over the Horn of Africa, southwesterly winds could easily carry the swarms east along northern Somalia and northeast across the Gulf of Aden to southern Yemen and Oman. From there, they could continue up the coast of Oman and cross the Arabian Sea to the summer breeding areas on both sides of the Indo-Pakistan border. There is also a possibility that some swarms could move into the northern Rift Valley of Ethiopia and continue towards the northwest, reaching summer breeding areas in western Eritrea and eastern Sudan. Their migration routes depend on the position of the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). New swarms are expected to form in the interior of Yemen from this week onwards. Although ground control operations are in progress against late instar hopper bands north of Wadi Hadhramaut on the edge of the Empty Quarter, it is difficult to find and treat all infestations in this large remote area. Since vegetation is drying out, any swarms that form are likely to move into cropping areas in Wadi Hadhramaut and the central highlands, while others could move towards the southern coast and then northeast towards Pakistan and India via Oman. All countries should be alert and take the necessary precautions. Swarms are forming in Yemen and N. Somalia and threaten other countries. 21 May. Eggs hatch and hoppers form bands in Yemen and N. Somalia The current Desert Locust situation remains a cause for concern in Yemen, northern Somalia and Ethiopia. In Yemen, hatching has been underway since the beginning of this month in the interior along the edge of Ramlat Sabatayn between Al Hazm, Ataq, Al Abr and Wadi Hadhramaut. Hoppers have formed small groups in all of these areas and numerous small bands with densities up to 200 hoppers per sq. metre in Wadi Markha and in W. Hadhramaut. By mid-month, hoppers had reached third instar. Scattered adults are also present including mature gregarious adults near Thamud. Some adults were copulating a few days ago near Nuqub. Despite drying conditions, breeding may have been more widespread than thought, and small swarms could start to form by early June. In northern Somalia, hatching and hopper band formation has been underway for the past three weeks in a few places on the northwest coast. Surveys at mid-month reported medium to high density second to fifth instar hopper groups, bands and fledglings south of Lughaye on the coast at the foot of the escarpment as well as in wadis on the escarpment. Scattered solitarious hoppers are also present on the coast towards Silil, at the base of the escarpment south of Berbera and on the plateau near Burao. Small swarms could start to form by the end of May and move up the escarpment. In northeast Ethiopia, a 120 ha immature swarm was treated by air near Dire Dawa about two weeks ago. Since then, they have been a few unconfirmed reports of locusts in the Dire Dawa - Jijiga area.. Hatching and band formation are in progress in Yemen and N. Somalia. 5 May. Desert Locust swarms breed in Yemen The current Desert Locust situation remains a cause for concern in Yemen, northern Somalia and Ethiopia. In Yemen, several small swarms and groups of adults that originated in southern coastal areas moved into the interior of Shabwah, Hadhramaut and Al Mahra last month. At least one swarm reached the central highlands near Dhamar where it is likely to remain or move towards the Red Sea coast or to the interior. Some of the adults have already laid eggs in Shabwah and more laying is expected between Marib and the Oman border where widespread rains fell a few weeks ago. Hatching will start in the coming days and the hoppers are likely to form small groups and bands throughout May. In the Horn of Africa, several swarms that originated from the northwest coast of Somalia moved last month along the escarpment towards Burao as well as up the escarpment towards Hargeisa. A few swarms crossed into Ethiopia near Dire Dawa and the Harar Highlands. As widespread rains fell in early April, conditions are favourable for moderate scale breeding which is likely to produce hopper groups and bands during May in both countries.. Swarms have moved to areas of recent rainfall (blue) in the interior of Yemen, N Somalia and Ethiopia where breeding will occur (in yellow), causing hopper bands to form. 20 April. Desert Locust swarms increase in Yemen and N Somalia During the past week, more swarms have been reported in southern Yemen and, to a lesser extent, in northwest Somalia. In southern Yemen, there were a dozen reports of small immature swarms that migrated into the interior of Shabwah (Ataq, Nisab, Bayhan) during the second week of April, reaching Marib and Al Abr. Thereafter, some immature and mature swarms were seen moving from west to east to villages in Wadi Hadhramaut (Shebam, Sayun). All of these swarms are thought to have originated from breeding that occurred on the southern coast in March. Unusually good and widespread rains fell in late March and early April throughout the interior desert of Shabwah, Hadhramaut and Mahra provinces from Marib to Shehan on the Oman border. These rains will allow ecological conditions to become favourable for breeding, and locusts will mature rapidly and lay eggs by the end of April. Hatching and band formation are expected to occur from early May onwards. In northwest Somalia, ground control operations finished on 12 April against late instar hopper bands on the coast near Silil. The infestations that were not treated have now become adults. A few small swarms formed during the second week and moved from the coast up the escarpment to the east towards Burao and to the southwest towards Ethiopia. Scattered adults were reported in the railway area of Ethiopia while groups of gregarious mature were seen in adjacent areas of Djibouti near Holhol. As good rains fell in late March and early April on the coast, escarpment and plateau, the locusts are expected to mature and lay eggs within a large area between Dire Dawa and Jijiga (Ethiopia) and Silil and Burao (N Somalia). All efforts are required by the affected countries to monitor the current infestations and undertake the necessary control operations in order to prevent locusts from increasing further and spreading to other countries in the Region. Swarms may move from the coast towards areas of recent rainfall (blue) in the interior of Yemen and N Somalia. 9 April. Desert Locust swarms form in Yemen and N Somalia During the past week, a few small Desert Locust swarms have formed in southern Yemen and in northwest Somalia where control operations have ended. In northwest Somalia, ground teams treated at least 100 ha of late instar hopper bands (wingless nymphs) in the past week on the northwest coast near Silil. Only a few hoppers remain but several swarms of immature adults have formed from infestations that were not fully controlled. On 6 April, an immature swarm moved from the coast up the escarpment to the plateau, reaching the Ethiopian border northwest of Boroma and southeast of Aysha (Ethiopia). On the same day, another swarm was seen flying from the coast up the escarpment towards Hargeisa. Some of the adults are remaining on the coast, for example east of Lughaye where groups of adults were seen copulating on the 9th. Good rains fell recently on the coast, escarpment and plateau from Lughaye and Bulhar to Dire Dawa in Ethiopia. Consequently, adult groups and swarms are likely to disperse in these areas and eventually lay eggs if conditions are favourable. Therefore, intense monitoring is required in both countries during April. In southern Yemen, local police reported swarms in Abyan and Shabwa provinces on 5 April that may threaten crops. Locusts had also reached Ataq and nearby areas. The swarms formed from residual populations that national teams treated during the last half of March along a 90 km stretch of the southern Yemeni coast southwest of Mukalla. As conditions have dried out on the coast, it was expected that small groups and swarms would form and move towards the interior of Shabwa and Hadhramaut and perhaps Mahra. Good rains fell in these provinces at the end of March and in early April that may allow adults to mature and lay eggs in May. National survey and control teams finished ground operations along the coast on 1 April. Teams are due to be redeployed shortly to the interior to follow up the recent swarm sightings. All efforts are required by the affected countries to monitor the current infestations and undertake the necessary control operations in order to prevent locusts from increasing further and spreading to other countries in the Region. 2 April. Desert Locust outbreaks in Yemen and N Somalia During the past few weeks, two Desert Locust outbreaks developed - one in Yemen and another in northern Somalia. In Yemen, heavy rains and floods in October 2008 created favourable ecological conditions for breeding during the winter along the central part of the southern coast. Small groups of adults laid eggs in early February and more than 200 small hopper bands formed during March along a 90 km stretch of coast southwest of Mukalla. Currently, most of the hopper bands are in their final stage before they fledge, obtain wings and become adults. Fledging is already underway and so far two small swarms of 2 sq. km each have been reported. Although ground control teams have treated nearly 5,000 ha since 18 March, any remaining locusts that are not controlled will fledge and the new adults will form small groups and swarms. As conditions have dried out on the coast, the adult groups and swarms are expected to move to the summer breeding areas in the Shabwa interior near Bayhan where good rains have fallen in the past few days. In northern Somalia, a small outbreak developed in late February and early March within an area of unusually green vegetation on the northwest coast near Silil, about 65 km by 20 km in size. During the first week of March, small groups of mature gregarious adults, a small copulating swarm, and a few hopper bands were present. Intensive surveys subsequently found nearly two dozen very small to medium sized hopper bands and two small mature swarms, each about 2.5 sq km in size. Ground control operations are being organized and should start shortly. Although the locust infestations are expected to remain on the coast because vegetation is still green, there is a risk that adult groups and a few small swarms could move up the escarpment towards Ethiopia or east along the escarpment towards Erigavo once the vegetation dries out. All efforts are required by the affected countries to monitor the current infestations and undertake the necessary control operations in order to prevent locusts from increasing further and spreading to other countries in the Region. 19 March. Desert Locust populations gregarizing on NW Somalia coast Ground surveys in the past week have confirmed that local Desert Locust populations are concentrating and gregarizing in a few places on the coast in northwest Somalia near Silel and the Djibouti border. Important infestations were seen at three places during ground surveys along the coastal plains. The infestations consist of two medium-sized dense hopper bands and a 2.5 square km medium-density mature swarm. Low numbers of gregarious hoppers and adults were also seen. The mature adults and swarm will probably remain on the northwest coast because vegetation is still green and soil is moist. Egg-laying is likely to take place by the end of the month, followed by hatching about two weeks later. The two hopper bands will fledge and new immature adults will start to appear at the end of March and continue until about mid-April. These immature adults are likely to stay on the northwest coast as long as vegetation remains green. Once conditions start to dry out, there is an increasing risk that the immature adults will leave the coast. At present, the most likely direction is towards the southwest up the escarpment to the railway area in Ethiopia between Dire Dawa and the Djibouti border. However, this could change and there is a slight risk that adults might move east along the coast and escarpment towards Berbera and Burao, or move northwards across the Gulf of Aden to southern Yemen. Therefore, intensive surveys should be carried out during the next month in northern Somalia, eastern Djibouti and in eastern Ethiopia (railway and Jijiga areas) to monitor the situation carefully for any signs of additional infestations. Surveys are also suggested along the southern coast in Yemen as a preemptive measure in case adults move across the Gulf of Aden during periods of favourable winds. FAO will continue to keep countries informed of any significant developments. Once vegetation dries out, adults are likely to move inland to the plateau in E. Ethiopia or perhaps east along the northern Somali coast. 2 March. Limited Desert Locust activity continues in NW Mauritania and along the Red Sea The Desert Locust situation continues to remain calm because of very little rainfall in the recession area during the past few months. Consequently, ecological conditions are not favourable for breeding except for a few places in northwest and northern Mauritania, Western Sahara and along parts of the Red Sea coastal plains in Sudan, Eritrea, Saudi Arabia and Yemen. Unless further rains fall, winter breeding will end and locust numbers will decline in these countries. Small-scale hatching in mid-March will cause locust numbers to increase slightly on the southern coast of Yemen where heavy rains fell four months ago. Spring breeding is expected to commence on the southeast coast of Iran during March and may extend to coastal areas of western Pakistan if rains fall. The situation is likely to remain calm in all countries and no significant developments are expected during March and April. Only low numbers of Desert Locust hoppers and adults are present in parts of the recession area. 2 February. Limited Desert Locust activity in NW Mauritania and along the Red Sea The Desert Locust situation remains calm in all regions. Limited ground control operations continue against small residual populations of solitarious hoppers and adults in northwest Mauritania. Low numbers of hoppers are present in adjacent areas but, so far, only isolated adults have been seen in the north of the country. Small-scale breeding is in progress in the winter breeding areas along both sides of the Red Sea, mainly on the northern coastal plains in Eritrea and, to a lesser extent, on the coast in Sudan, Saudi Arabia and Yemen. During the remainder of this month, local breeding is expected to continue along the Red Sea. Small-scale breeding is likely to commence in parts of northern Mauritania and Western Sahara as well as on the coast in northwest Somalia, northern Oman, southeast Iran and western Pakistan. Breeding will be limited and locust numbers are expected to remain low and non-threatening.

Many physical problems have a mental-emotional component to them. The reverse can also be true. As an acupuncturist I try to see both aspects to a person’s conditions, so we can treat both the root and manifestation of the issue. It’s not always clear what causes what in a person’s body, mind and life. Pain can come from a mental-emotional imbalance, and likewise many mental-emotional issues can come from a physical or physiological problem. Treating the entirety of a person therefore becomes a more complete, yet complex way to address a condition. Understanding the “spirit” of the acupuncture channel and points is important if we want to address conditions beyond their physical manifestation. Each acupuncture channel is a cultivation. Each point is an entrance into a state of awareness. They are carriers of wisdom and learning. To utilize an acupuncture channel is to tap into the body’s deep storehouse of collective consciousness, helping a person evolve and grow. The Small Intestine is the chief assistant to the Heart. Its acupuncture channel is located on the outer arm, traveling into the neck and face, ending at the ear. It travels internally to the eyes and into the small intestine and heart organs. It’s role is chiefly digestive, but also influences immunity and cognition. The names of the acupuncture points provide insight into not only their physiological function but also to their “spirit” and effect on the mind, emotions and contribution to consciousness. A patient recently came to me complaining of jaw pain, diagnosed as TMJ by his doctor. He was also having recurrent digestive problems which included constipation and bloating. The trajectory of the Small Intestine acupuncture channel travels through the jaw, as do several other channels. I diagnosed the Small Intestine as the root of the problem due to the patient’s mental-emotional profile. He said he’d been suffering from feelings of “misery,” along with intermittent anxiety and depression. The cause of these feelings seemed to be due to confusion in his life surrounding behavior and choices. He felt he was addicted to people, places and behaviors that had a “toxic” effect on him. Yet he was unable to let them go. He’d also experience a sense of insecurity socially, feelings as if he needed constant feedback and validation from others to alleviate his anxiety and help him feel animated. The acupuncture point names on the Small Intestine channel are evocative of the ability to perceive clearly and make choices that support ourselves being “upright.” The term “Zheng,” which is often translated as “upright” refers to a type of immune energy that deflects, deters and dispels pathogenic elements usually related to bacteria, virus, parasites and fungi. However this term was developed by Confucians for whom morality was important. Morality is acknowledged as relative. Each of us, depending on our nature, as well as the society and culture in which we live, have different values, boundaries and beliefs. The important consideration is: are we living according to our own nature? Are we following our “Heart” and what’s it knows to be right; or in Confucian terms: “upright.” Are we comfortable with what we are doing, how we are living; or does our lifestyle ultimately make us feel ashamed or even sick? Yet for some us, we lack a clear inner compass. We may rely too much on the input of others, or feel too influenced or affected by criticism. We may end up making choices or living in ways that don’t honor or feed our nature, making us feel dependent or out of synch with life, usually in ways we cannot fully understand or explain. There can be a codependent element to dysfunction of the Small Intestine. This organ and channel is an assistant to the Heart which houses the spirit (Shen), making sure the desires and commands from the Heart are clear, concise and directed. Other people are meant to inspire us. The Small Intestine physiologically brings this inspiration information into the self to interface with the essence (the Kidneys via the Bladder: which house the Jing-essence and represent the essential self). The light illumination that shines outwards as a result should be bright and clearly unique, emanating our true nature and individual spiritual pathway in the world. The acupuncture point names of the Heart channel illustrate this process. The point “Spirit Gate” (HT-7) and “Soul Path” (HT-4) suggest that we all have access to our own inner knowing. Innate in us all is communication capacity with our spirit which guides our life. We can be influenced by others, but the truth always lies within us. The Small Intestine is the organ assistant that helps keep the message, and interface between ourselves and the world clear and free of confusion. When a person comes to me with a condition that needs to be treated, It’s often hard to discern what has caused what. Sometimes it’s not that simple. It may well be that both physical and emotional issues manifest as the same time as different expressions of the same internal imbalance. One needn’t necessarily cause the other. It is an underlying energetic imbalance that may be causing both. Acupuncture treats the body: the structure and its physiology. But it also treats the soul: the mind and emotions. Energy (Qi) is in all things: the body, mind and soul. Therefore an imbalance in Qi can create symptoms in any area of the body, mind or spirit. This patient was a relatively easy case in some respects. Complicated in others. For his jaw pain, I palpated the area and needled the tender points, which happened to be located along the Small Intestine channel. We used the names of these points as the jumping off point for discussion into the deeper conflict areas of his life. Next to the ear is an acupuncture point called “The Palace of Listening” (SI-19). Under the tip of jaw is another point called “Celestial Appearance” (SI-17). Further down the neck is a point called the “Celestial Window.” I needled all of these points along with a point under the cheekbone (SI-18) which has a strong soothing effect on the sinews and opens the sensory portals. I also needled two points on the arms: the “Upright Branch” (SI-7) and SI-4 at the wrist. I added the point “Spirit Gate” (HT-7), as well as some local points on the abdomen to regulate digestion. I suggested that maybe his body was trying to communicate something to him through the pain in his jaw. As I needled the tender points I told him the acupuncture point names and we talked about what those names might mean. I told him in Chinese medicine the Small Intestine channel, in addition to being a digestive channel, is seen as highly involved in immunity. I also told him the aspect of digestion in which the Small Intestine was most involved was in the “further separation of the pure from the impure.” This could have moralistic connotations, but it also relates to food and drink which must be separated for nutrition. It also relates to cognition: being able to sift through choices and options to decide what is most appropriate and in-line with one’s “Heart,” and what is extraneous. When the Small Intestine is strong we instinctively know, or can at least deduce what is right and wrong for us without excessively relying on the opinions and advice from others. I asked about reactions to his world and his choices. Did he feel they really nourished him? Was his life nutritious? And what aspects of his life did he seem to have an “immune response” to? What made him upset, angry, anxious or depressed? How much did he rely on others to decide? How much validation did he require? This was a spiritual discussion we were having, even if I was treating his jaw pain and digestive upset. I was asking him to contemplate ways in which his lifestyle choices may be contributing to his pain and body dysfunction. The two points on the neck: SI-17 and SI-16 are called by European acupuncturists “Windows to the Sky” points due to their strong effect on perception and the sensory orifices. This class of acupuncture points is said to give insight to a person when needled. We can often get caught up in our ego-motivated viewpoints, making choices based on outer influence or superficial desires. Or, many of us simply do what we are told, or what we think is expected of us. We rely totally on the advice and direction of others to make our choices. Yet we may have an internal reaction to these choices that makes us uneasy or even unwell. Digestive problems can be common psychosomatic reactions to feeling conflicted or uneasy in our social world. The “separation” process can be affected, causing confusion. My patient was a gay man who said he was always trying to “compete” and “keep up with” his partner who lived a very active, promiscuous “party” life. He was an extrovert with an abundance of energy, whereas my patient was more of an introvert: more sensitive, preferring quiet “one-on-one” encounters to the loud group social scene his partner preferred. I asked my patient why he went along with such a lifestyle if he knew it didn’t suit him. He said he felt he “should” be able to keep up and enjoy such a life, as it was the “culture.” And he alluded to his partner being the more dominant personality in the relationship and therefore making most of the decisions about their life. I suggested that maybe his digestive issues were a psychosomatic expression of not being able to fully “digest” his life. And the pain located at the “listening palace” near the ear might be a message from his body that he is not listening to himself. The “windows to the sky” points on the neck encouraged him to meditate on “sensing” his life and himself in it from a more “spiritual,” distanced point of view. These points allow a person to view themselves and their lives somewhat separated from the emotional entanglements that obscure clear thinking. They may promote dreams that help clarify situations, or simply allow us to observe things in a different way. The point SI-4 on the wrist is a point that helps calm a crisis in a person’s life: the psychosomatic reaction to something that is challenging or bothering them. SI-7 the “upright branch” clears inflammation from the body which is often due to an immune response to something, be it emotional or physical. It also has a strong effect on calming personality tendencies that can become agitated or rigid. These points ease pain and help the body to release whatever it is holding onto. SI-7 has an especially strong effect on easing anxiety, anger and resentment: mental as well as physical toxins creating inflammation and agitation. The TMJ pain went away first. After one session. The digestive problems required continual treatment for several months. It required continually harmonizing his digestive organs, ridding the body of excessive dampness (due to lack of assimilation and transformation), and heat inflammation which disturbed his sleep and agitated his mind and emotions. On a spiritual level, we needed to continually return to the topic of his lifestyle and its relationship to his nature. Through the treatment I’d repeatedly give him acupuncture points to help him reflect on his life and perceive his choices in a new, ideally clearer way. He needed help clearing away the influences from others, his ego-focused desires and addictions and his tendency to seek validation from others. When the “heat” and “dampness” had been cleared and the portals of perception opened, he became better able to see himself. After several months my patient decided he and his partner weren’t a good fit and began the process of re-organizing his life in a way that was closer to his nature, which he was coming slowly to appreciate and honor. It was not an easy process. He had to continually reassess his lifestyle choices, and develop different boundaries with others. He came to utilize his physical symptoms as a barometer for when he’d go off track. When his belly started to bloat he’d realize he wasn’t properly digesting and separating the stimuli in his life. When his jaw and ear started to hurt, he’d know he’d stopped listening to himself. When he began having neck pain again he’d see that he was listening too much to other people and required more time and space to discover what was right for him.

<issue_start><issue_comment>Title: cmd/compile: restore walkingrange optimization (by moving to SSA) username_0: I’m on my phone, but I suspect that CL 165617 disabled the walkinrange optimization. This makes sense—order now rewrites away OANDAND and OOROR nodes, but those are what walkinrange operates on. One symptom (I believe) is this: https://go-review.googlesource.com/c/go/+/165617/1/test/checkbce.go#36 We have long wanted to move walkinrange to the SSA backend; this is a good motivation. I’m marking this as a 1.13 release blocker, since IIRC walkinrange is a significant optimization for some hot code (usually parsing/formatting code looking for bytes in a range). <issue_comment>username_0: cc @username_4 @dr2chase <issue_comment>username_0: (This is also an indicator that this optimization needs an explicit asm test.) <issue_comment>username_1: It appears that's the case. Given ``` package p func f(c uint64) bool { return 0x10 <= c && c < 0x20 } ``` on 178a2c4225 (a little before that CL): ``` RETURN l(4) tc(1) RETURN-list . AS l(4) tc(1) . . NAME-p.~r1 a(true) g(1) l(3) x(8) class(PPARAMOUT) bool . . LT l(4) tc(1) bool . . . CONVNOP l(4) tc(1) uint64 . . . . SUB l(4) tc(1) uint64 . . . . . NAME-p.c a(true) g(2) l(3) x(0) class(PPARAM) tc(1) used uint64 . . . . . LITERAL-16 l(4) tc(1) uint64 . . . LITERAL-16 l(4) tc(1) uint64 ``` on a2ace8ec18 (after): ``` AS l(4) tc(1) . NAME-p..autotmp_2 a(true) l(4) x(0) class(PAUTO) esc(N) tc(1) assigned used bool . LE l(4) tc(1) bool . . LITERAL-16 l(4) tc(1) uint64 . . NAME-p.c a(true) g(2) l(3) x(0) class(PPARAM) tc(1) used uint64 IF l(4) . NAME-p..autotmp_2 a(true) l(4) x(0) class(PAUTO) esc(N) tc(1) assigned used bool IF-body . AS l(4) tc(1) . . NAME-p..autotmp_2 a(true) l(4) x(0) class(PAUTO) esc(N) tc(1) assigned used bool . . LT l(4) tc(1) bool . . . NAME-p.c a(true) g(2) l(3) x(0) class(PPARAM) tc(1) used uint64 . . . LITERAL-32 l(4) tc(1) uint64 RETURN l(4) tc(1) RETURN-list . AS l(4) tc(1) . . NAME-p.~r1 a(true) g(1) l(3) x(8) class(PPARAMOUT) bool . . NAME-p..autotmp_2 a(true) l(4) x(0) class(PAUTO) esc(N) tc(1) assigned used bool VARKILL tc(1) . NAME-p..autotmp_2 a(true) l(4) x(0) class(PAUTO) esc(N) tc(1) assigned used bool ``` And the generated code contains two `CMPQ` instead of one. <issue_comment>username_2: Not sure if this is exactly what you're after but I've been tinkering with some simple logical optimizations for control flow graphs (it's very rough code at the moment, I was just experimenting, but it does work): https://go-review.googlesource.com/c/go/+/165998/ This can do optimizations such as this for disjunctions (and similar optimizations for conjunctions): ``` x == 1 || x == 2 -> unsigned(x - 1) <= 1 x == 4 || x == 6 -> (x | 2) == 6 x != 0 || y != 0 -> (x | y) != 0 ``` It also has some optimizations to clean up some uses of `IsSliceInBounds` which maybe shouldn't have been generated in the first place: ``` x >= 0 && IsSliceInBounds(x, y) -> IsSliceInBounds(x, y) ``` I scheduled it after prove since I was a bit worried it might obscure some facts. Unfortunately it is quite unpleasant adding new optimizations, especially if you want to add handle multiple bit widths. So I was thinking of extending the rewrite rules a bit so you could write something like this and have a new `mergeSuccessor` function handle all the gnarly stuff around assessing cost/mergability and value/phi updating: ``` // x < 0 || y < 0 -> (x|y) < 0 (If (Less(64|32|16|8) x (Const(64|32|16|8) [0])) (If (Less(64|32|16|8) y (Const(64|32|16|8) [0]) yes no) no) && mergeSuccessor(b, 0) -> (If (Less(64|32|16|8) (Or(64|32|16|8) x y) (Const(64|32|16|8) [0]) t f) ``` <issue_comment>username_0: I’m AFK for a while (which is also why I haven’t replied to your comments on the unsafe.Unreachable issue), and it’s not quite obvious to me whether this would work in practice. It’d be lovely if it did. Perhaps we could also move the CMOV optimizations into such a form as well. In a pinch we could also create a new kind of rewrite rule + rulegen + runner for this kind of optimization, one geared specifically to this kind of optimization. <issue_comment>username_3: @username_0 would you still like to do this for 1.13? <issue_comment>username_0: I think this is important to do for 1.13, yes. It looked to me like maybe @username_2 was going to do it. I guess I'll take a look at it. <issue_comment>username_0: I'm going to punt this to 1.14 after all. I finally have a working version, based very loosely on @username_2's work. But it is definitely non-trivial, and Keith would (very reasonably) prefer to wait for 1.14 for CL 178197, on which my CL depends. I'll see about cleaning up and mailing my CL sooner rather than later, so it can be ready when the tree re-opens or in case of need. <issue_comment>username_4: @username_2 @username_0 Were either of you guys planning on submitting something here? <issue_comment>username_2: I'd like to make block rewrite rules more powerful but I don't think I'll be able to get it done before the freeze because it is quite fiddly (happy to help if someone else wants to take a look). I'm happy to write a pass to do this specific optimization though if that would be useful. Most of the tricky stuff I worked through in the CL I posted previously. <issue_comment>username_4: Just finishing your CL for this specific optimization would be good. <issue_comment>username_0: I will also dig up my work in progress and mail it, in case it is helpful. Probably this afternoon. <issue_comment>username_4: I'm going to punt this to 1.15. There is a CL, but it could use some more work, it's late, and it is just a performance improvement.

It was not to be. A “Sargassum Summit” to develop a multinational response to the worsening problem of the sargassum seaweed washing up on some of the best beaches in the Caribbean has had to be postponed. In the past, it was largely believed to originate in the Sargasso Sea in the West Atlantic. More recently, however, scientists believe that it has started to arrive in the Caribbean from the equatorial waters between Brazil and West Africa, where sea temperatures are rising as a result of climate change, and where pesticide and fertilizer run-off from the Amazon and Congo rivers is causing it to proliferate. Its analysis suggested that this could mean that while “the exact sargassum amount, timing, and location of the beaching will depend on local ocean circulations and winds”, the volume in the Caribbean Sea in May-June 2019 may be “comparable to or even higher than in May-June 2018, a historical record”. One suggestion is that the seaweed should be harvested. A United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) white paper published in October 2018 indicated a variety of uses, including as fertilizer, as an input for nutraceuticals, or for biomass, biogas or other purposes. Although some enterprises have begun to take advantage of sargassum in this way, for example, in St. Lucia for fertilizer, sustainability paradoxically is an issue, as there is no guarantee that the seaweed will always be available onshore in the required quantities. In addition, the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism announced earlier this year that it had begun a fact-finding study on why in some years such as 2018 it had reached unprecedented levels with an estimated clean-up cost of US$120 million. The survey, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, is expected to suggest actions for the region’s fisheries and tourism industry and the scope of support that Japan may provide to help address the problem. Above all, and as the delayed Cancun conference agenda suggests, what is now essential is a joined-up approach to yet another environmental issue that has long-term economic and ecological implications for the whole region.

I've been working out consistently since around january or february (~165 lbs) of this year till now, and I see some visual progress from how I looked prior to working out consistently. However, I took a before pic back in march (~173 lbs) and an after pic now (~182 lbs), and notice no noticeable change in my physique. My numbers have increased for the most part in terms how much weight I can lift, but what could be the reason why I don't see a change in my physique? Is a physique change only noticeable after 1+ year(s) of consistent training?

Kalyan Covid count nears 1,500 markcities Updated: Jun 07, 2020 01:13 IST The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) recorded 71 new cases of Covid-19 on Saturday, taking the toll of positive cases to 1,453. Three deaths due to the infection were reported on Saturday, taking the death toll to 37. The three are senior citizens. A 73-year-old man from Dombivli (East) had fever since May 22. He was admitted to Shastrinagar civic hospital in Dombivli and shifted to Neon Covid hospital on May 26. He tested positive on May 27 and he died on May 29. “He was suffering from hypertension and had high fever. Although he tested positive last week, we had to wait for his report to declare it as Covid death,” said a KDMC official. A 72-year-old man from Dombivli (East), who was admitted to Shastrinagar hospital on May 31, died on June 2. His test report came on June 6 and he tested positive. The third death is of a 60-year-old man from Dombivli (West) who was also admitted to Shastrinagar hospital on June 1. He died the next day and his test report came on Friday. KDMC commissioner Vijay Suryavanshi has appealed to residents to call up helpline numbers 0251-2211373 and 0251-2201168 if they need an ambulance for a Covid patient. “The civic body health officers will take care of the requirement, co-ordinate and send the ambulances,” said Madhavi Pophale, public relations officer, KDMC.

We all avoid visiting a dentist until the condition becomes really severe and then expect to get the problem diagnosed within a few visits. And one of the most danger condition or disease is oral cancer. To maintain a dental hygiene, it is first important to understand the oral structure of a person’s mouth. The oral structure of mouth is also known as the oral cavity. Best dentist in Delhi explains the oral cavity, “our mouth is the hollow cavity through which the food and air enter into our body.” A mouth consists a set of organs like teeth, gums, hard and soft palate, tonsils, tongue, uvula, and lips that work together in the ingestion and digestion of food and air. Let’s understand some of these parts. Teeth – There are 32 teeth in our mouth each is termed differently and have different characteristics. Molars – molar teeth are a set of three or four blunt cusps that are used to chew and grind the food. They are situated at the end of teeth set. They generally have two or three roots, two in the lower-jaw line and three in the upper-jaw line. Pre-molars – Pre-molar teeth have two cusps and these are also used while chewing and grinding the food. These are situated between the cuspids and the molars. Cuspids – These have a sole pointed surface called as cusp that adjusts the tearing and shredding of the food. Incisors – Incisor teeth are the front teeth that mark the appearance of the person and also used for biting the food. Gums – The roots of the teeth are covered by thick rubbery connective tissue fixing the set of the teeth to the proper jaw bone and keeping them in a place and performing as a shock-absorber cushion to safeguard the teeth during active crunching actions. Hard and soft palate – Best dentist in Delhi contribute in understanding the soft and hard palate of the mouth. The hard palate is extended over the top of the mouth and the hard structure of the palate is made up of maxillae and palatine bones. Whereas, the soft palate is situated next to the hard palate and mainly consist of muscle tissue. Tongue – We can taste the food only with the help of tongue because it is supported by a number of taste buds each consisting of mainly three types of epithelial cells – gustatory cell, supporting cell, and basal cell. People go inconsistent when it comes to visiting a dentist in Delhi. Every day we intake a lot of calories and consume liquid drinks but still, we go careless when it comes to taking care of our dental health. Our dental hygiene is a way to so many other diseases because whatever we intake goes through the mouth to the stomach. Therefore, the bacteria emerging in the mouth travels to the stomach and affects the physical health. It is normal that with the growing ages the tooth problems occur but a majority of tooth problems that are seen today is largely because of skipping basic teeth hygiene practices such as brushing and flossing, consuming unhealthy food, avoiding minor dental problems which later on becomes severe. Just like regularly visiting a dermatologist, gynecologist or proctologist, or neurologist, you also need to visit regularly for dental checkups. Here are the reasons why. Can identify the problem at the early stage – If you want to avoid major dental problems in future, it is better visiting a best dentist in Delhi on a regular basis. It is proven in a study that avoiding dental problems can lead to other major diseases. For example, a person having gum disease are twice more likely to suffer from a heart disease and can affect the ability to regulate the blood sugar. Also, later stages of a dental problem may require a dental surgery or implant which can be painful. Therefore, it is really essential to get the dental problem cured at its early stages to avoid future problems. Dental care advice – The best to avoid dental problems is to follow the dental care advice. Best Dentist in Delhi suggests some of the essential dental care tips that you need to follow to avoid the dental problems. - Brush twice a day and floss once in a day - Brush your teeth right after your meal because it is the time when the bacteria grows in your mouth - Choose a toothbrush with soft and small bristles - Brush for atleast two minutes and in a slow and gentle motion. Dr. Atul Kakkar is one of the leading dentists in Delhi, India. Call him to book your appointment at the earliest.

I'll ask because you seem in the know but I graduated with an Earth Science/Geology degree from a state school with good grades. We never used any software besides Adobe Illustrator and the only math requirement was college algebra. We're encouraged to apply for geologist positions but to be honest I don't know that I really know anything at all about geology. Our department regularly posts geologist positions that I know none of the people coming out of the department are qualified for. Luckily I minored in chemistry and took every GIS course as electives and when applying for jobs these are the only marketable skills that I know I have. Is there something I missed? What skills should a recent geology graduate have that they should be marketing to employers? I feel like I'm doomed to work as a stream tech for a mine for 13$/hr the rest of my life and honestly feel betrayed by all of my professors except my GIS professor.

We know that on a longer time scale (millions of years) the orbits of planes are unstable and it is impossible to make predictions about eclipses millions of years into the future. But on a shorter scale, the behaviour of orbits can be considered to be fairly stable. I was studding the distribution of the number of solar eclipses in short time scale (thousands of years as opposed to millions of years) NASA has published the list of the count of solar eclipses (total + annular + partial) every century from 1999 BC to 3000 AD. When we plot count of eclipses against the century (-19 for 1999 BC to 1900 BC, +30 for 2900 AD to 3000 AD) we get a curve which roughly looks like a sine wave. I fitted a sine curve on this data and obtained a good fit with $R^2 = 0.9$. Since a sine function is period function with a period of $2\pi$ it means that the number of solar eclipses in a century should roughly repeat every $2\pi$ century or 6th century (6.28th century to be precise). Example: For the 6 century cycle starting from the first century AD we have (1AD, 248), (7AD, 251), (13AD, 246), (19AD, 242) etc. Generalising this, for any time period $T$ instead a century, we have the hypothesis: The number of solar eclipses in a time interval of length $T$ has a quasi-period of $2\pi T$. Question: Is it possible to provide a theoretical justification to this empirically observed trend? I am more interested in why should the quasi-period be $2\pi T$ rather than just why there should be a quasi-period.

Nobody embodies the phrase “small but terrible” better than mosquitoes. Their minute bodies can carry the deadliest viruses, such as Zika, dengue, and malaria. You may think they only thrive in the tropics, like southeast Asia, but some regions in the U.S. are badly plagued by pesky insects as well. A mosquito bite may usually be harmless. The red, splotchy spot they leave on your skin just itches and then shrinks quickly anyway. But what are the chances of a mosquito bite containing a virus or parasite egg? That’s right, mosquitoes can also infect you with a live creature, but we’ll talk about that later. For now, let’s identify some crucial pointers for building a home in a mosquito-inhabited state: 1. Mosquitoes Thrive in at Least Ten U.S. Cities Mosquitoes prefer warm and humid regions, so these ten U.S. cities are home to many of them: - Atlanta, Georgia — A pest control company has named Atlanta, Georgia, as the worst city for mosquito activity in 2020. The mosquito season in the state lasts for the better part of the year, so you’d need some serious prevention measures if you’d build a home there. - Los Angeles, California — Given California’s weather, it’s not surprising why mosquito activity is high there. The state partakes in the annual Mosquito Awareness Week to warn its residents about mosquito-borne illnesses. - Washington, D.C. — The country’s capital is a fitting capital for U.S.’s mosquito activity, too. As global warming continues to be a problem, the mosquito population in Washington grows. Their activity peaks during the spring and summer, when they start breeding. - New York, New York — Mosquitoes seek vengeance in NYC as soon as the weather warms. You have to be particularly careful of the mosquitoes there because it has been confirmed that they carry the West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). - Chicago, Illinois — Increased rainfall activity last year has risen mosquito presence in Chicago. The West Nile virus has also been detected in the mosquitoes that roamed around last spring. - Dallas-Forth Worth, Texas — Once again, the West Nile virus was detected in the mosquitoes of Dallas-Forth Worth. - Detroit, Michigan — Encephalitis may be common in this city, as its mosquitoes have been found positive for EEE. - Charlotte, North Carolina — You’d also need some extensive mosquito control. The city’s mosquitoes have also been tested positive for both West Nile and EEE. - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — The West Nile virus also infects the mosquitoes in this city. Observe extra caution if you’re building your home in the spring or summer, especially when it rains. - Miami, Florida — The rising tides may be the culprit for the growing mosquito problems in Miami. Florida is also the home for a specific breed of mosquito, the black salt marsh mosquito, which breeds in saltwater. 2. Mosquito is the Deadliest Animal in the World Small but terrible, and also deadly. If you’ve never had a mosquito-borne disease, that’s not a reason to underestimate the insect’s capabilities. It causes dengue fever, which kills over 20,000 children every year. It also causes malaria, one of the deadliest parasitic infections in the world. The West Nile virus, though not usually causing symptoms, can still lead to severe illness in about 1 in 150 people. And finally, EEE causes inflammation in the brain, which has life-threatening consequences. Not only that, but mosquitoes can also carry botfly eggs, and transfer it into humans. If you get bitten by a carrier, the eggs will eventually hatch and turn into larvae. In turn, the larvae will burrow into your skin, causing excruciating pain and a sharp, crawling sensation. They can be extracted with tweezers, but severe cases require surgery. 3. Cover Water Containers in the Construction Site To prevent mosquitoes from wreaking havoc on the site, don’t leave standing water unattended. If the water is in a container, cover the container with a lid. Turn over empty containers, in case rainwater fills them up. Safely dispose of any unused container that can be a potential breeding site. If you’re building a pool, fill it with treated water. For an outdoor spa, ensure that it’s always covered. Clean the drains and gutters regularly as well. You may also need to trim grasses and check other areas where puddles can form. 4. Have Mosquito-repellent Plants in Your Garden As your home nears completion, fill your garden with mosquito-repellent plants. These include catnip, citronella, lavender, lemon balm, marigold, basil, and more. But even if they repel mosquitoes, don’t tend to them unprotected. Anytime you’d go out of the house, especially during the mosquito season, wear insect repellent. Mosquitoes are either totally harmless or extremely unforgiving, and your chances of encountering the latter are high if you’d live in a mosquito-plagued region. So make your home a hostile environment for them, even during the construction phase.

One thing that has evolved almost as quickly as the web itself is the rise of security problems associated with it. Web developers today have to take great care in not introducing security holes into websites. These security lapses can come from something as seemingly innocuous as a simple contact form. Security weaknesses on the web generally come in three major forms, cross-site scripting (XSS), cross-site request forgery (CSRF), and SQL injection. These acronyms may sound intimidating, but the principles behind them are fairly simple to understand. 1) Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Cross-site request forgery is when a user, specifically a logged-in user, makes a request to another website unknowingly. Let’s say you have a button inside of your web application or CMS that deletes your account. Now a malicious user on another website could set up a button on his website that appears to be an inncocent button that he states takes you a game download page, but in fact is a copy of the delete account button on the original site. If you are logged into the original site and then hit the button on the malicious person’s site, this delete process may execute just as if it was coming from the actual site. If the original form processing code doesn’t take extra care to verify that the form submission is indeed coming from where site is expecting, bad things could happen, like your account getting deleted. CSRF doesn’t only happen through form submissions. This can also happen through normal URLs if the URLs modify the state of your data (e.g., change username, delete account, submit a link to a social media site). One way to fix this is to have a secret key that is submitted along with the form in a hidden variable, or a secret key as a URL parameter. This should be something like an MD5 hash of the concatenation of the user’s ID and a secret password known only to the internal code of the site. When the processing is done for a request, your processing code will make the sure the user is logged in, replicate the original hash, compare it to what was passed along in the form, and then, if they still match, process the request. Another way to defend against this is to check the Referer header of the request. It probably best to use the hidden token method and Referer check together as there is no such thing as too much safety, and the code is not significantly more complex. To sum up CSRF, any time a request is received that depends on the user being authorized, extra work must be done that verifies that the request is coming from your site, and not some other mailicious party. 3) SQL Injection As soon as websites started to become driven by databases, SQL injection vulnerabilities appeared. SQL injections are when a user’s data causes a database query to differ from its expected function, usually in a bad way. $user_id comes directly from user input, probably via a form. DELETE from user_accounts WHERE user_id = $user_id; Now if $user_id in fact equals the user’s ID, you’d be in a good shape. This is a huge hole, though. What if the user passed in another number or, even worse, something like “1 or 1”? The executed query would look like this: DELETE from user_accounts WHERE user_id = 1 or 1; This would delete every single row from your user_accounts table. Ouch. Obviously, this is a worst case example, but not by much. This may seem obvious and you may put in some safety checks. You would probably make sure user_id is a number and have some additional verification that this number hasn’t been tampered with. The issue in preparing against SQL injection is that you constantly have to keep track what data you should be getting and inserting this safely into your query. This usually means taking care of single and/or double quotes, commas, type checking (am I expecting a number or a string?), as well as SQL keywords. This is a lot to remember and it’s prone to user error. Luckily, almost every modern database has a piece of functionality called “parameterized statments” and most languages have an interface to use them. Prepared statements let you build your query, putting in placeholders where your data goes, and then the SQL engine will build out the query in its syntax tree, and then as a last step before executing, it will substitute in whatever data you passed in, without making it part of the query itself. Basically, this means that the parameter data and the code of your SQL query are kept separate and you don’t to worry about your data changing your code, or vice versa. Security is one of the things that developers do that when taken care of properly, the client never notices, but if something slips up, it (or the lack of it) comes front and center. The main source of security holes on a website, with a little extra work, can be easily avoided.

“Twinkle, twinkle, little, star,” says the famous lullaby. Aside from wondering what they are, have you also thought why stars flicker whereas planets steadily shine? While you might think that starts blinks, winks, or twinkle when we gaze at them at night, they are actually shining consistently or unwaveringly. They only seem to flicker because of the three different factors, the atmosphere of the Earth, the starlight, and your eyes. The Earth’s atmosphere is composed of various layers, from the innermost troposphere to the outermost exosphere. Each has its own characteristics and different level of density and temperature. Plus, it also has moving air or wind, which causes turbulence. Now, as the starlight reaches Earth, it passes through these different layers, densities, temperature, and turbulence. Instead of traveling through a straight line, the gleam is fanned out or refracted in different directions. Thus, causing it also to bend as it moves towards the Earth’s surface. When light spreads or disperses, it alters the brightness of the starlight, making it seems that stars twinkle as we gaze them. Meanwhile, the bending of the light as it reaches us also contributes to the flickering effect. Keep in mind that the star itself isn’t blinking, but the atmosphere effect on its light makes the difference. If there is no atmosphere, then we would see stars shining unwaveringly as there is no element to alter its stream of light. Meanwhile, turbulence also adds up to the flickering effect. You might notice that the stars tend to twinkle more on windier nights as compared to milder ones. Rough nights may also make stars seems that they are shifting in position as more considerable turbulence causes more intense refraction of light, seemingly like watching a coin dance at sinks at the bottom of a river or pool. But why do planets tend to shine steadily? Well, it boils to the distance of these heavenly bodies. The planets in our solar system are far closer to Earth compared to the stars we see at night. With that, planets tend to appear larger and transmit thicker beams of light, reducing the effects of turbulence and the Earth’s atmosphere and eliminating the twinkling effect they cause on starlight. To put simply, diffractions of light cancel out, and the effects of the atmosphere become negligible. The said scenario can also apply to starts themselves. If you take a closer look, you might notice that other stars twinkle more compared to other stars. That is because stars also vary in distance. The closer the star, the less it shimmers. The farther it is, the more it blinks. Astronomers on Earth uses adaptive optical devices to combat the stars’ flickering effect. The tools they use consists of many small mirrors, which continuously adjust to the atmospheric disturbances. However, for astronauts on space, they see stars shining steadily. That is because there are no atmospheric disturbances and turbulence that can affect starlight and force it to twinkle. Telescopes we have on space can also get better images of stars than those telescopes we have on Earth. Space-based telescopes escape the problems caused by our complex atmosphere. Meanwhile, Earth-based telescopes are equipped with mirrors and lasers that can adjust to disturbances, allowing us to obtain quite clearer photographs of faraway stars. You Might Also Like: - What do black holes in the universe look like? - How many stars are there in Our Galaxy – The Milky Way? - Why there are more stars in the sky some nights than the others? - Could Jupiter ever become a star? If it did, how would it affect the solar system? - Did Neil Armstrong really go to the Moon or NASA had faked the Moon landings? - What is the exact number of stars? What method is used by the astronomers to count them?