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Planets orbiting binary stars are in a tough situation: They have to contend with the gravitational pull of two separate stars. Planetary formation around a single star like our sun is relatively straightforward compared to what circumbinary planets go through. Until recently, astronomers weren’t sure they existed. Astronomers rarely find binary stars with planets orbiting them. It may be because they’re rare, or it may be because they’re difficult to detect; likely both. Now a team of researchers has found a binary star with more than one planet. This is only the second instance of a multiplanet, binary star system. What does it tell us about these types of solar systems? The system is called TOI-1338 and is a binary star about 1,300 light-years away in the constellation Pictoris. TOI-1338 a is a main sequence star of 1.12 solar masses, and TOI-1338 b is an M-dwarf (red dwarf) of 0.3 solar masses. The star system is about 4.4 billion years old. A summer intern at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center discovered the first planet around the binary in 2017. TOI-1338 b is a circumbinary planet with about 33 Earth masses and is in between Saturn and Neptune in size. It’s on a 95-day orbit around the binary stars. Circumbinary planets are hard to find in the data because the stars can eclipse each other, making planetary transits difficult to discern. Their transits can also be irregular, and they can transit in front of only one of the binary stars. TOI-1338 b’s transits occur irregularly, between every 93 and 95 days, making it non-periodic. And since both stars are moving, the depth of the transit varies. The angle of TOI 1338 b’s orbit around the stars changes over time, so after 2023, there will be an eight-year gap in transits from our point of view. This gap leads astronomers to believe that there are many other circumbinary planets out there, but we have to be observing at the right time to find them. Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Because of TOI-1338 b’s inclination, from our perspective, it will stop transiting in front of its star in November 2023. Then in about 2031, we’ll see the transits again. Now astronomers have found a second planet orbiting TOI-1338. It’s called TOI-1338/BEBOP-1c, and they found it using the radial velocity method rather than the transit method. The name BEBOP comes from an observing project. “To increase the number of known circumbinary planets and to provide accurate masses for systems discovered with the transit method, we initiated a radial-velocity observing survey dedicated to circumbinary planet detection called Binaries Escorted By Orbiting Planets (BEBOP),” the authors explain in their paper. The researchers reported their findings in a paper titled “The First Circumbinary Planet Discovered with Radial Velocities.” It has been accepted for publication in Nature Astronomy and is available on the arXiv preprint server. The lead author is Matthew R. Standing, a Ph.D. student at the School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Birmingham, UK. The new planet is a gas giant of about 65 Earth masses. It’s on a wider orbit than TOI-1338 b and has an orbital period of about 215 days. Astronomers discovered it using radial-velocity data collected with the HARPS and ESPRESSO spectrographs. This discovery marks the first time astronomers have found a circumbinary planet using radial velocity, and the system is only the second multiple-planet circumbinary system found. Astronomers are very interested in circumbinary planets. They’ve been common in science fiction but weren’t confirmed until the Kepler mission found the first one. It is called Kepler-16b, and it’s an oddball in its own way. It is inside the radius that astronomers thought was the inner limit for planets in binary star systems. Kepler-16b has no sibling planets. Now we know of 12 circumbinary planets, and two of them are in multiplanet systems. The first multiplanet circumbinary system astronomers found is called Kepler-47, and it hosts three known explanets. The BEBOP observing program is designed to uncover more circumbinary planets and discern more about them. Its main goal is to find more of them, and it will accomplish that by overcoming some of Kepler’s observational biases. Binary star systems are far more complicated than single-star systems like ours. Binary stars disrupt planet formation in ways that more predictable single-star systems don’t. The dual stars create harsh conditions in the protoplanetary environment. Astronomers used to think that planets in these systems would be subjected to catastrophic collisions or be flung out of their systems by gravitational perturbations. But all these recent discoveries show that is not necessarily true. By finding more circumbinary planets and characterizing their similarities with and differences from single-star planets, astronomers will learn a lot about how planets form and migrate. One of the difficulties in studying circumbinary planets is determining their masses. BEBOP was designed to not only find planets but to measure their masses more accurately. This is critical because knowing their masses helps determine which ones are puffy, with extended atmospheres suitable for atmospheric spectroscopy. BEBOP not only found the second planet, but it measured TOI-1338’s inner planet’s mass more accurately. Finding another multi-planet circumbinary system and determining its masses is an important discovery. While these systems upend some parts of the models for how planets form, they’ll ultimately make our models more accurate. The researchers say that at some point, TOI-1338/BEBOP-1c is guaranteed to transit the primary star, but they can’t say when. That is in spite of the misalignment between the planet and the star. “It may seem counterintuitive at first that a planet-binary misalignment makes transitability more likely,” they write. This is because the planet’s sky inclination oscillates around the binary’s sky inclination, according to the authors, and eventually, the planet’s inclination will approach 90 degrees. That means “… the vast majority of circumbinary planets orbiting eclipsing binaries will eventually transit.” The team also examined the issue of other planets around the binary star. None have been detected yet, but they may yet be. While they can’t say for sure if there are additional planets, they calculated and graphed the limitations on any potential detections. One of the problems with studying circumbinary planets around binary stars is that most of the ones of which we are aware are too faint. That means that for most of them, including the new planet TOI-1338/BEBOP-1c, there’s no opportunity to employ spectroscopy to probe their atmospheres. But its previously discovered sibling, TOI-1338b, might be illuminated enough. “Therefore,” the researchers write, “despite the challenges it may present, TOI-1338/BEBOP-1b is our only possibility to shed light on the atmospheric make-up of circumbinary planets.” “Of the now 15 known circumbinary exoplanets, TOI-1338/BEBOP-1b is the only one for which James Webb Space Telescope transmission spectroscopy can currently be pursued. If we are to unveil the mysteries of circumbinary Tatooine-like exo-atmospheres, the TOI-1338/BEBOP-1 system provides a new hope,” the authors write in their paper.

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Taking care of your body is always important. This is especially the case when you are taking care of children who do not always understand the importance of bodily care. More often than not, parents find themselves making routine trips to doctors in a regular basis because of this. These doctor visits allow your child’s health to be checked on frequently, as well as the chance for your child to learn about how to take care of his or her body. In some cases, your doctor will recommend that you take your child to the dentist to have his or her teeth checked out. When you first hear this, you might feel lost about which dentist you should take your child to. Should you go to a family dentist who can care for your whole family or should you take your child to a dentist who specializes in taking care of the small mouths of children? For the sake of your child, it is often best to take your child to a pediatric dentist. What Is a Pediatric Dentist? As the name might suggest, a pediatric dentist in Bangkok is one who works with young children and their dental needs. The mouth of children is much smaller than an adult’s and much the same as the rest of the child’s body, the mouth and teeth are still developing. Pediatric dentists understand this and have the knowledge to work with this. Usually, the equipment at a pediatric dentist is smaller than you would find anywhere else. The chairs are better fitted to suit a child’s body and the equipment to check on the teeth fits a child’s mouth better. When your child doesn’t have to worry about large pieces of equipment going near his or her mouth, the dentist visit will be a smoother experience overall. Pediatric dentists also understand children better. They understand that children are often apprehensive about visiting the dentist and what the dentist might do to their mouths. They also understand that some children do not see the bigger picture when it comes to dental and oral hygiene. Because of this, dentists are able to communicate better to children and help them with any anxieties about their dental visits. Dentists also have the knowledge needed to explain the importance of proper dental care to young children and adolescents in a way that makes sense. These are just some of the reasons why you should consider taking your child to a pediatric dentist instead of a general or family one. Why Is Dental Care Important? A lot of people underestimate just how important dental care really is. Your teeth are an important part of your body that serve many purposes. Your teeth are designed to chew and tear apart foods to prepare them for digestion. In addition to this, your teeth play a role in communication. From helping you pronounce syllables to making facial expressions, there’s a lot that your teeth do. If your child does not learn how to take care of his or her teeth from a young age, then he or she is not going to have an easy time later on in life. It is imperative that your child learns healthy dental habits from a young age and a pediatric dentist is the perfect person to provide this for your child.

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“…Nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.” – Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution On Monday, I wrote about the Supreme Court’s decision in the case of Horne v. USDA, in which the Court ruled almost unanimously against the government’s attempt to confiscate a third of California raisin farmers’ crops without paying them a dime for it. The confiscation was part of an absurd FDR-era program meant to increase the price of food crops by restricting the supply; the government would then sell or give away the raisins to foreign countries or other groups. Overall, this ruling was a big win for property rights (or, at least, not the huge loss it could have been). But there’s one issue that’s been overlooked here, and it relates to the Court’s previous decision in Kelo v. City of New London, the eminent domain case that also just turned 10 horrible years old yesterday. In Horne, eight justices concluded that physically taking the farmers’ raisins and carting them away in trucks was, in fact, a “taking” under the Fifth Amendment that requires “just compensation.” That sounds like common sense, but the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals had ruled that the seizure wasn’t a taking that required compensation because, in their view, the Fifth Amendment gives less protection to “personal property” (i.e., stuff, like raisins or cars) than to “real property” (i.e., land). The Court thankfully rejected this dangerous and illogical premise. But while eight justices agreed on the basic question of the taking, only five agreed on the matter of just compensation. The majority concluded that the government had to pay the farmers the current market value of the crops they wanted to take, which is standard procedure in a takings case (like when the government wants to take your home to build a road). Justices Breyer (joined by Ginsburg and Kagan) wrote a partial dissent, arguing the federal government’s claim that the question of how much the farmers were owed should be sent back to the lower court to calculate what the farmers were owed. Their curious reasoning was that, since the government was distorting the market and pushing up the market price of raisins, they should be able to subtract the value the farmers were getting from the artificially inflated price from the value of the raisins that were taken. The government argued that the farmers would actually end up getting more value than was taken from them, under this calculation. Chief Justice Roberts, writing for the majority, derided this argument: “The best defense may be a good offense, but the Government cites no support for its hypothetical-based approach.” But the most interesting part of this subplot came from Justice Thomas. Thomas fully agreed with Roberts’ majority opinion, but he wrote his own a one-page concurrence on the question of how to calculate “just compensation,” and it went right at the heart of Kelo. In Kelo, a bare majority of the Court ruled that the government could seize people’s homes and give them to private developers, on the grounds that the government expected more taxes from the new development. Marc Scribner explains how the Court managed to dilute the Fifth Amendment’s “public use” requirement into a “public purpose” excuse that allows the government to take property for almost any reason it can dream up. Thomas’s concurrence disputes Breyer’s argument about calculating “just compensation” by pointing out that, had Kelo had been correctly decided, the government wouldn’t be allowed to take the farmers’ crops at all — even if it paid for them. Thomas wrote (emphasis mine), The Takings Clause prohibits the government from taking private property except “for public use,” even when it offers “just compensation.” And quoting his dissent in Kelo: That requirement, as originally understood, imposes a meaningful constraint on the power of the state — ”the government may take property only if it actually uses or gives the public a legal right to use the property.” It is far from clear that the Raisin Administrative Committee’s conduct meets that standard. It takes the raisins of citizens and, among other things, gives them away or sells them to exporters, foreign importers, and foreign governments. To the extent that the Committee is not taking the raisins “for public use,” having the Court of Appeals calculate “just compensation” in this case would be a fruitless exercise. Unfortunately, Chief Justice Roberts is already writing as though the “public use” requirement was a dead letter, writing at one point in his opinion: “The Government correctly points out that a taking does not violate the Fifth Amendment unless there is no just compensation.” But that isn’t true. A taking violates the Fifth Amendment, first and foremost, if it is not taken for “public use.” And confiscating raisins and giving them to foreign governments in order to keep the price of raisins in the United States artificially high does not, in any sane world, meet that standard. What Thomas didn’t say, but clearly implied, was that the Court should have struck down the raisin-stealing scheme entirely, rather than just forcing the government pay for the crops it takes. The Horne decision was good news, but it didn’t go far enough by actually imposing a meaningful limit on what counts as “public use.” The Court could have done that in this case, by overturning Kelo or at least adding somelimitations about what governments can lawfully take private property for. Happily, Justice Thomas isn’t throwing in the towel on Kelo, and Justice Scalia has predicted that the decision will eventually be overturned. So can the government still take your property for no good reason? Yes, for now. But at least they have to pay for it. That’s not nothing. And for raisin farmers in California, it’s a whole lot. Daniel Bier is the editor of Anything Peaceful. He writes on issues relating to science, civil liberties, and economic freedom.

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Web & Mobile Application Development Web and mobile application development is the process of creating software applications that run on web browsers or mobile devices. Here’s a brief overview: Web Application Development: Web applications are accessed through web browsers and typically run on remote servers. They can be accessed from any device with an internet connection and a web browser. Web application development involves: - Backend Development: Building the server-side logic, database integration, and application functionality using programming languages like Python, Java, or PHP. - Testing and Deployment: Testing the application for bugs and errors, and deploying it to a web server for public access. Mobile Application Development: Mobile applications are designed specifically for smartphones and tablets and are downloaded and installed from app stores. Mobile application development involves: - Native Development: Creating applications for specific mobile platforms (iOS or Android) using platform-specific programming languages like Swift or Kotlin. - Cross-Platform Development: Building applications that can run on multiple platforms using frameworks like React Native or Flutter. - Testing and Deployment: Testing the application on different devices and platforms to ensure compatibility and deploying it to app stores for distribution. Web and mobile application development plays a crucial role in enabling businesses to reach their customers, improve efficiency, and stay competitive in today’s digital world. - We have expertise team on Tendy tech stack such as React, Angular..etc. - Have technical skills on UI/UX Design. - We have done multiple Innovative Projects, OPIUM, Meepaisa..etc. - We have a rapid increase in the overall company growth from 2017.

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ELEPHANT CULTURE MUSEUM Some folks never want to leave the museum! Learn about their evolution, anatomy, and all those things you’ve wanted to know but never knew an elephant to ask. Our mission is to share the elephants’ history, their culture, their current environment, and their relationship with the human species—compassionately and scientifically. The destiny of elephants is in the hands and hearts of people. If we understand the past, the present becomes clearer, and we can create a secure future for our gentle friends. You’ll journey through history, meet their prehistoric ancestors, and experience the touching story of Kham Kaew, our 69-year-old elephant who passed away but has joined us again in spirit and skeleton in her own special exhibit. FEED THE ELEPHANTS A herd of happy elephants will greet you when you arrive. The lower Elephant EcoValley is kind of like a park in the wilderness where you can walk with elephants, hang out, and interact with them. They spend about 18 hours per day eating, so they’ll always be hungry when you come, patiently waiting to be fed bananas, sugarcane, and plants cultivated on the surrounding hills and meadows. HELP WITH ELEPHANT POO PAPER PRODUCTION Some elephants eat up to 300 kilos of food every day! That makes a plethora of poo, about 100 kilos per elephant, and you can help us make it into paper. Take it from Pooter: “Hello! I live in Thailand with lots of my buddies. Every day we eat a huge variety of plants and fruit. Then with our own special technique, we transfer out our “raw fibers” onto the ground, wherever and whenever we want. Then out two-legged friends treat the fibers by cleaning, blending, fermenting, boiling, sifting and drying. Take some home to remember me forever!” (The paper, not the poo.) EXPERIENCE HERBAL TREATMENT AND THE HERB GARDEN A wide variety of herbs used to maintain the health of elephants and cure minor ailments are on display. You can roll up their daily nutritional fruit ’n’ balls and then feed them to your new elephant buddies or stroll through the herb garden to see the plants growing in the wild. JOIN ELEPHANTS IN THEIR WATER OR MUD BATH The elephants adore their daily trips to bathe under the waterfall. Stand as close as you want, but beware of a trunk full of spouting water! If you don’t mind getting muddy, join your new giant friends on the Elephant Trail option in the Upper EcoValley. Afterwards, you can shower next to the mountain stream, and we’ll provide a towel. You might want to bring along a change of clothes, too! THE ELEPHANT RENDEZVOUS OPTION Where kids can learn like adults and grandparents can act like kids again! Set in the lush Lower EcoValley, our Elephant Rendezvous option is certain to enthrall all ages from all over the world. Get insight into the life and history of elephants in the Elephant Culture Museum. Walk with elephants and have a hands-on experience by feeding, washing, and making herb ’n’ fruit balls. You can learn more about this option here on our OPTIONS page. THE ELEPHANT TRAIL OPTION Feeling a bit more adventurous? Walk with elephants up to Upper EcoValley! If you choose the Elephant Trail option of our elephant adventure, you can hike up to the Upper EcoValley with your own personal elephants. Plant a banana tree or herbs along the way. Be your elephants’ attendants, right in the mud bath! Don’t worry. After communing with your buddies, a cool outdoor shower is in your near future. You probably should bring along some dry clothes, too. You can learn more about this option here on our CHOICES page. PLEASE BE OUR GUESTS! SPEND A FEW HOURS OR STAY ALL DAY… Three options at our eco-travel, wilderness, elephant adventure! You can customize your visit to Elephant EcoValley with half-day programs or spend the whole day, an extraordinary day you’ll never forget. Combine the half-day “Elephant Rendezvous” option in the Lower EcoValley with the half-day “Elephant Trail” option where you walk with elephants to the Upper EcoValley, and enjoy a tasty gourmet lunch as well. You’ll leave full of delicious food and forever memories. Please contact us through the Whatsapp chat at the bottom of each page or phone Dao at 86-923-3311 (English) or Ausa at 61-234-3455 (Thai) Kuet Chang, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai, Thailand 50150 Office Hours: 8 am to 9 pm, GMT+7 Your personal information is private and sacred. We'd never sell or share it with anyone, anywhere, ever. We told this to all of the elephants and they NEVER forget. © 2024 Elephant EcoValley in Thailand. Come visit us!

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Earth Mother Goddess example essay topic This has lead to speculation about the place of women in Stone Age society. Some have argued that these female figures denote the existence during this period of a prominent female deity identified usually as the Earth Mother or the Mother Goddess. On the basis of this assumption, it has been suggested that, unlike today, women played a considerably more important, if not dominant, role in Paleolithic society; that possibly a matriarchy existed and women ruled. That means men haven't always been the leaders; it's not an inborn quality (as a lot of them suggest)! Johann Bachofen was a 19th Century Swiss archaeologist and classicist who was among the first to recognize the presence of an early matriarchal stage in proto-European cultural evolution. Bachofen used Greek myth to support his arguments. He felt that there were three cultural stages that the early European culture went through. In his view the first stage was a barbaric or stage (from the Greek word hetero meaning both) where both or actually neither sex was really in control for there was no control. The strong took advantage of the weak, and there was wide-spread 'wanton's sexual activity, uncontrolled by values or morals. Bachofen thought that Aphrodite, Goddess of Love, was the chief deity of this time. The second stage was the matriarchal stage, where women banded together for their own defense. Strong Greek hunter / warrior goddesses such as Artemis and Athena were thought by Bachofen to have come from ancient fragments of memory stemming from this time, as well as the mythic Amazons and Furies. This middle stage saw the development of agriculture, and the rise of early civilization in Bachofen's view. The third or last stage saw the domination of women by men. Myths depicting the rise of power of Zeus over the Titans, his many sexual conquests, the rape of Persephone by Hades, the slaying of the Medusa by Perseus, and the slaying of the Sphinx by Oedipus were thought to be a mythic account of the transition from matriarchy to patriarchy. In the mid-20th Century the British novelist, poet, and classicist Robert Graves lent much more credence to this theory of a primeval matriarchy in the Ancient World. Graves felt that there was much evidence to show that the earliest cultures universally worshipped an Earth Mother Goddess. Graves also based much of his beliefs on the analysis of ancient myths. He also felt that Goddess worship coincided with the time when calendars were primarily determined by the Moon, and noted the correspondence of the lunar and menstrual cycles, and that the Earth Mother was associated with the Moon Goddess. He also felt that the changeover to the patriarchy coincided largely with the changeover to the solar calendar and the worship of a solar deity. Extensive archaeological evidence was unearthed in the 1950's 60's and 70's from the Near East and Europe to support his claim of a universal Earth Mother. This work has shown that there was a close correspondence of Earth Goddess worship, lunar symbology and calendars and the cultivation of plants by sedentary tribes. Right from its beginnings, the theory of matriarchy, was very much argued and contradicted. It seems men had a very difficult time accepting this reality. But why is that, since, even today, in the less developed "primitive" societies, matriarchy still dominates. Good examples of such societies are the Trobriand's, the Kirghiz, the Fijian, the Samoans, the Kuril, the Bhotiya and Sikkim (Tibet), and the Khoras san. In all these cultures the wife is dominant and the rules of "proper conduct" are quite shocking to the western culture. Almost all these societies practice what Briffault calls "clandestine marriage"; the position of the husband is one of a stranger, guest, or surreptitious visitor within the group to which his wife belongs. One of the Japanese words for marriage is "home-i ri", which may be interpreted as "to slip by night into the house", and the expression accurately describes the mode of connubial intercourse among a large proportion of primitive peoples. The mother-in-law is treated with much circumspection and in some cases with even fear. The argument of the "primal matriarchy" was further articulated by, among others, Friedrich Engels in his book The Origin of the Family, Private Property and the State published in 1884. Engels argued that the transition from primate societies to the earliest human social structure was achieved "by granting to solidarity a supreme importance which transcended even sexual competitiveness and jealousy". According to Engels, solidarity was achieved through 'group marriage' where whole groups of kin-related women were collectively 'married' to whole groups of men. Under these circumstances, only the mother of a child was known, so kinship tended to be traced through the female line, creating what Engels called a 'matrilineal clan. ' Ancient Egypt, a very patriarchal society today, is an example of a "matrilineal clan". Women in Egypt seem to have enjoyed the same legal and economic rights as men, a situation which the Greeks, writing about the Egyptians, found very strange. Herodotus, writing in the 5th century BC, and who had visited Egypt, lists among their contrary customs that 'women buy and sell, the men abide at home and weave'. Diodorus of Sicily, who had visited Egypt some time between 60 and 56 BC, writes that the Egyptians had a law 'permitting men to marry their sisters' and adds that 'it was ordained that the queen should have greater power and honor than the king and that among private persons the wife should enjoy authority over her husband'. Such notions have contributed to the so-called 'heiress' theory which argues that the right to the throne in Ancient Egypt was transmitted through the female line. A man, no matter what his status, the eldest son of the previous pharaoh or a commoner, became a pharaoh through his relationship to the queen. The 'pharaoh ship' was legitimized through marriage to the 'heiress' who was often the pharaoh's sister or his half-sister. It has been argued, therefore, that Ancient Egypt was a matrilineal society where power resided in the female line. There is evidence to show that the female line of inheritance was still intact in the New Kingdom (1550-1070 BCE) and, though not as strong, matrilineal descent in Ancient Egypt persisted even through the Ptolemaic period (323-30 BCE), ending finally with the death of Queen Cleopatra VII. Another example of matrilineal societies are the Aegean Bronze Age cultures. Although suppressed by patriarchal societies much sooner than in Egypt, the power of the Greek matriarchal culture surfaces even today through such stories as the Iliad and the Odyssey. This woman dominated society switched to a male dominated one as soon as invaders from Western Europ.

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Utilizing knowledge from your learning and assigned readings, respond to the following questions: - The maintenance of normal volume and composition of extracellular and intracellular fluids is vital to life. List and briefly describe the kinds of homeostasis involved. - Why does maintaining fluid balance in older people require a higher water intake than in a normal, healthy adult under age 40? - Why does potassium concentration rise in patients with acidosis? What is this called? What effects does it have? - Saline solution is used to reverse hypotonic hydration. Are body cell membranes permeable to saline? Explain your response. - Explain the renin-angiotensin mechanism. - Explain how ADH compensates for blood that contains too many solutes.

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The mass extinction brought about on the stop of the 50-million-year-lengthy Permian period, added approximately the stop the complete Paleozoic technology, in progress for the reason that dawn of animal existence. The Paleozoic, with its ancient seas packed with trilobites, brachiopods, and strange reefs, became as starkly extraordinary from the age to come back as the age of dinosaurs is from our world nowadays. In the terrifying aftermath of the Permian, reefs had been changed with piles of microbial slime, the stromatolites, uninspiring mounds of muck from the dreary eons earlier than complicated existence writes Peter Brannen in The Ends of the World. “They had on the whole disappeared for the reason that their heyday, however in the wake of the worst mass extinction ever, the oceans had been as empty as they have been since the bacterial age. Perhaps maximum worrying,” continues Brannen, “is that, even though the Paleozoic era had lasted for hundreds of tens of millions of years—encompassing the Cambrian, Ordovician, Silurian, Devonian, Carboniferous, and Permian intervals—it ended (in geological terms) in what was almost a subliminal time frame. Investigating Chinese rocks that record the mass extinction within the Permian ocean, legendary MIT geochronologist Sam Bowring observed that the whole nightmare passed off over a breathtakingly short period of fewer than 60,000 years. The End-Permian mass extinction marked the cease of one venerable planet and, after a harrowing convalescence, the beginning of any other. Dinosaurs On the Moon” — The Impossible Magnitude-12 Earthquake That Changed Our World Meanwhile, tucked into the Paleozoic, roughly 430 million years in the past, at some stage in the intermezzo of Earth’s Silurian Period, global oceans had been experiencing adjustments that might appear eerily acquainted today. Melting polar ice sheets meant sea tiers had been steadily rising, and ocean oxygen was falling rapid round the sector. At around the same time, a worldwide die-off regarded among scientists because the Ireviken extinction event devastated rankings of historical species. Eighty percentage of conodonts, which resembled small eels, had been wiped out, alongside half of all trilobites, which scuttled along the seafloor like their distant, modern-day-day relative the horseshoe crab. Now, a Florida State University crew of researchers has uncovered conclusive evidence linking the period’s sea stage upward push and ocean oxygen depletion to the extensive decimation of marine species. Their work highlights a dramatic tale about the pressing chance posed via decreased oxygen situations to the rich tapestry of ocean lifestyles. Impact!” The Asteroid That Towered a Mile Above the Cruising Altitude of a 747 Although different researchers had produced reams of records on the Ireviken event, none were able to definitively establish a hyperlink between the mass extinction and the chemical and climatic changes within the oceans. “The connection among those modifications within the carbon cycle and the marine extinction event had constantly been a thriller,” said lead creator Seth Young, an assistant professor in FSU’s Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science. To cope with this vintage and obstinate query, Young and his co-authors deployed new and modern techniques. They developed a sophisticated multiproxy experimental technique the usage of solid carbon isotopes, stable sulfur isotopes and iodine geochemical signatures to supply specified, first-of-their-kind measurements for the neighborhood and international marine oxygen fluctuation all through the Ireviken occasion. Those are three separate, independent geochemical proxies. However, while you integrate them collectively you have a compelling information set to resolve phenomena from local to international scales,” Young said. “That’s the software and uniqueness of mixing those proxies. Point of No Return” –MIT Scientist Predicts the Event Horizon for Earth’s 6th Mass Extinction (Today’s Most Popular) Young and his group carried out their multiproxy method to samples from two geologically critical subject websites in Nevada and Tennessee, both of which were submerged below ancient oceans for the duration of the time of the extinction event. After analyzing their samples on the FSU-based National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, the connections between changes in ocean oxygen tiers and mass extinction of marine organisms have become clean. The experiments found out sizeable international oxygen depletion contemporaneous with the Ireviken occasion. Compounded with the growing sea degree, which introduced deoxygenated waters into shallower and extra habitable regions, the reduced oxygen situations have been extra than enough to play an imperative function within the mass extinction. This became the first direct evidence of a reputable hyperlink between expansive oxygen loss and the Ireviken extinction event. But, Young observed, that oxygen loss wasn’t customary. Only about eight percentage or less of the worldwide oceans skilled notably lowering situations with little or no to no oxygen and excessive stages of toxic sulfide, suggesting that these situations didn’t want to increase to complete-ocean scale to have an oversized, adverse impact. Our observe finds that you don’t always want the entire ocean to be reducing to generate these type of geochemical signatures and to provide a kill mechanism for this vast extinction event,” Young stated. Today, like 430 million years ago, sea level is on the upward thrust, and ocean oxygen is hemorrhaging at an alarming price. As parallels preserve to emerge between nowadays’s changes and beyond calamities, peering into the Earth’s remote past might be a vital device in getting ready for the destiny. There are commonplace threads with different climatic and extinction activities during Earth’s records, and destiny paintings will keep assisting us to recognize the similarities and variations of those occasions to constrain future weather predictions,” said co-writer Jeremy Owens, an assistant professor in FSU’s Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science who has worked on other extinction activities within the Jurassic and Cretaceous intervals. I assume it’s essential to see how those activities played out all the manner from extinction c programming language through recuperation period, how excessive they had been and their connections to the historical surroundings alongside the way,” introduced Young. “That ought to assist us to discern out what’s in save for our destiny and the way we can doubtlessly mitigate some of the negative consequences. The prospect of ocean acidification in the next few decades according to Peter Brannen and MIT’s Daniel Rothman, might be in reality global-converting. “Though the funhouse numbers of the End-Permian dwarf the overall amount of carbon we could ever hope to inject into the gadget,” writes Brannen, this doesn’t rescue humanity. It’s the pace of carbon dioxide emissions,” Brannen concludes, “no longer absolutely the extent, it seems, that’s the entirety. This is the motive why—in spite of the Hieronymus Bosch–like conditions that prevailed in the world 252 million years in the past—Stanford University’s Jonathan Payne and his colleague, paleobiologist Matthew Clapham at UC Santa Cruz may want to put up—with a instantly face—a paper with the title “End-Permian Mass Extinction inside the Oceans: An Ancient Analog for the Twenty-First Century? The image at the pinnacle of the page indicates Earth as visible from orbit, filmed in the area through an IMAX digital camera aboard a NASA space go back and forth undertaking in December 1988.

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Trappers in the Wind Rivers by Martin Grelle The setting for the painting is a few miles west of the Wind River, and northeast of the Wind River Range of mountains in what is now west-central Wyoming. The time period is early April of 1833. After having been in winter camp for months, two free-trappers have begun the spring harvest on a small stream where they have discovered a beaver lodge. They have begun the task of setting traps, which includes placing dried wooden stakes a few feet from the bank to which the chain of the trap itself is attached. They have removed their coats to keep them dry, but have left their leggings on as protection from the still frigid waters. In their busy-ness, they have let 3 Indians approach to a close distance unnoticed, and must now deal with the circumstances. The Indians are Crow, or Apsaalooka, and chances are it will be a peaceful encounter, followed by a night of keeping watch over their livestock - as the Crow are well-known for their horse-stealing abilities.

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Scientists recently created a never-before-seen four-atom molecule — the coldest of its kind ever made. Researchers created the oddball molecule — a strange configuration of sodium-potassium with an ultralong chemical bond — at 134 nanokelvin, or just 134 billionths of a degree above absolute zero. They described the ultracold material Jan. 31 in the journal Nature. Ultracold systems are crucial to understand quantum behavior because quantum mechanics, the rules governing subatomic particles, dominate at low temperatures. These setups also let scientists precisely control the energy of particles to create quantum simulations, which model other quantum systems with physics we don't fully understand. For instance, studying the quantum behavior in a system of ultracold molecules could one day help scientists identify the material properties needed in high-temperature superconductors. The problem is that there's an inherent tradeoff: an ultracold system that is too simple may not capture the full array of behavior in interesting quantum systems. But add more complexity, and designing an effective experiment gets trickier. "Usually people use atoms or ions and what makes them somewhat controllable is the fact that you have a relatively limited number of quantum states," Roman Bause, a quantum optics researcher at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands, told Live Science. "But if I draw all the quantum states of a molecule, it will fill quite a thick book. It's a factor of a million or so more states." Sign up for the Live Science daily newsletter now Get the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox. All these additional quantum states open up more interesting quantum questions, but also make the molecules difficult to cool. To solve that problem, in the new study, Xinyu Luo, a physicist at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics in Germany, and international collaborators used a multi-step cooling process, beginning with laser cooling to create the record-breaking molecules. Related: How do lasers work? This cooling method uses laser beams fired from all directions at a moving atom. The atom absorbs light and enters an excited quantum state, then immediately releases energy to return to its ground state. But, because of how the atom is moving relative to the laser beams (known as the Doppler effect), the atom releases a little more energy than it absorbs, cooling itself. "The problem with using this technique for molecules is that there's not just one ground state. You would potentially need thousands of laser beams and it's just too much technical effort," Bause said. However, ultracold atoms are an excellent starting point to build ultracold molecules. Using a mixture of ultracold sodium (Na) and potassium (K) atoms, Shi's team weakly associated these single particles into diatomic NaK molecules. This is where the technical difficulties really started. "The problem with associating cold atoms is you heat them while doing this so then you need another cooling technique, evaporative cooling," Bause said. For reasons no one quite understands, under these cooling conditions the molecules stick together and the experimenter can no longer precisely control them. This particular challenge has stumped researchers across the field for years. But, by shining in precisely controlled microwaves, Shi's team overcame the clumping issue in the diatomic NaK molecules as they were cooled down to 134 nanokelvin. The microwaves also had a unique advantage when getting the two NaK molecules to weakly associate and form one four-atom-molecule of (NaK)2. "If you shape the microwaves exactly right, what you have is a potential that's not just repulsive at short ranges but it's also attractive at longer ranges," Bause said. As such, this first-of-its-kind four-atom molecule has a central bond 1000 times longer than the bond between the sodium and potassium atoms and was created at a temperature more than 3000 times colder than any previous four-atom molecule. The new finds are exciting because they "will ultimately bring us to interesting places where we currently have no theoretical handle — high temperature superconductors and materials for better lithium batteries for example," Bause said. Editor's Note: This story was updated at 9:30 a.m. EDT on Monday, April 8 to correct the name of the researcher leading the team. Xinyu Luo oversaw the experimental efforts; Tao Shi worked primarily on theory. Victoria Atkinson is a freelance science journalist, specializing in chemistry and its interface with the natural and human-made worlds. Currently based in York (UK), she formerly worked as a science content developer at the University of Oxford, and later as a member of the Chemistry World editorial team. Since becoming a freelancer, Victoria has expanded her focus to explore topics from across the sciences and has also worked with Chemistry Review, Neon Squid Publishing and the Open University, amongst others. She has a DPhil in organic chemistry from the University of Oxford.

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In recent years, urban Africa has witnessed a remarkable transformation in lifestyle trends, particularly in the realms of wellness and mental health. Among these emerging trends, yoga and mindfulness have gained significant traction, captivating the attention of city dwellers seeking balance, serenity, and holistic well-being in increasingly bustling environments. The rise of yoga and mindfulness practices reflects a broader shift towards health consciousness and self-care, catering to the unique challenges faced by urban populations across the continent. A Response to Urban Stressors As Africa’s urban centres expand and modernise, they become hubs of economic activity, technological innovation, and cultural exchange. However, this rapid urbanisation has also brought about a plethora of stressors, including long commutes, high competition in the job market, and the struggle for work-life balance. These pressures have spurred many individuals to seek out wellness practices that promote mental clarity and physical health. Yoga and mindfulness practices serve as effective tools for managing stress and anxiety. The physical postures and breathing techniques of yoga enhance flexibility and strength and cultivate a sense of inner peace and mindfulness. Mindfulness, the practice of being fully present in the moment, encourages individuals to engage with their thoughts and feelings without judgment, allowing for a healthier relationship with oneself and the environment. Cultural Integration and Adaptation The rise of yoga and mindfulness in urban Africa is not merely an import from the West; it is a unique integration of traditional African practices with global wellness trends. Many urban practitioners draw from indigenous knowledge systems, incorporating local cultural elements into their practices. This fusion creates a rich tapestry of experiences that resonate with the values and beliefs of African communities. For instance, the incorporation of African dance movements into yoga sessions or the use of local herbal remedies for relaxation and meditation enhances the appeal of these practices. Urban yoga studios and mindfulness centres increasingly celebrate African heritage, creating spaces that reflect the diverse cultural identities of the continent. By adapting these global practices to local contexts, practitioners foster a sense of belonging and authenticity. Accessibility and Community Building As interest in yoga and mindfulness grows, urban Africa has seen a surge in the establishment of wellness studios, community classes, and online platforms that make these practices more accessible. This democratization of wellness allows individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds to engage with yoga and mindfulness, breaking down barriers that may have previously existed. Community-based initiatives play a crucial role in this accessibility. Many instructors offer free or low-cost classes in parks, community centres, and schools, inviting individuals who may not have the means to pay for traditional studio classes. These initiatives foster a sense of community, encouraging participants to support one another in their wellness journeys. Moreover, social media has become a powerful tool for promoting yoga and mindfulness practices across urban Africa. Influencers and wellness advocates share tips, tutorials, and personal experiences, creating a vibrant online community that inspires others to explore these practices. This digital presence not only raises awareness but also connects individuals with local resources and classes. Mindfulness and Mental Health Awareness The conversation around mental health in Africa has gained momentum in recent years, breaking the silence surrounding issues that have long been stigmatised. Yoga and mindfulness are increasingly recognised as valuable tools for enhancing mental health and emotional resilience. Practitioners report improved coping mechanisms, reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression, and heightened self-awareness through their engagement with mindfulness practices. As urban Africans confront the mental health challenges associated with modern living, the integration of mindfulness into daily routines offers a proactive approach to fostering mental well-being. Organisations and mental health professionals are beginning to incorporate mindfulness practices into therapeutic settings, recognizing the benefits these approaches can bring. Workshops and retreats focused on mindfulness are becoming more common, providing individuals with structured environments to deepen their understanding and practice. The Role of Technology in Wellness Technology has also played a pivotal role in the rise of yoga and mindfulness in urban Africa. Mobile applications, online classes, and virtual retreats have made it easier for individuals to engage with these practices from the comfort of their homes. This accessibility is particularly important for those living in remote areas or those who may feel intimidated by traditional studio environments. Furthermore, the proliferation of content related to wellness on platforms like YouTube and Instagram has introduced a diverse array of instructors and styles, allowing practitioners to explore what resonates with them. This technological integration has expanded the reach of yoga and mindfulness, creating a global community while fostering local connections. Challenges and the Road Ahead Despite the positive momentum surrounding yoga and mindfulness in urban Africa, challenges remain. Scepticism about the benefits of these practices persists in some communities, particularly among those who may view them as Western imports. Additionally, the need for well-trained instructors who respect cultural nuances and prioritise accessibility is critical for sustainable growth. To continue this momentum, advocates must prioritize education and awareness, dispelling myths and highlighting the benefits of yoga and mindfulness for physical and mental well-being. Collaborative efforts between local communities, wellness practitioners, and mental health professionals can further strengthen the foundation of these practices in urban Africa.

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The recent spell of hot weather saw solar power overtake gas as the UK’s primary source of energy. In fact, thanks to the heatwave, solar power broke several generation-related records and became, for a small amount of time, the UK’s top source of electricity. Looks like sunshine is good for more than just a tan. This comes as welcome news in the wake of what has been a relatively slow year for solar installations. The number of new solar installations has all but flatlined over the past year but this run of mostly cloudless days has proved perfect conditions for high power generation in this sector. Between the 21st and 28th of June solar power generation broke the record for weekly output. The energy source produced 533 gigawatt hours of power. Within that week long period, solar generated over 75 GWh on five of the seven days, which was another record in itself. Yet another record was broken when solar output hit a high of over 8 GW for eight days straight. While the records will not create any lasting impact and are mostly symbolic, it shows how far solar power and its related technology have come in the past few years. In recent days we have seen a return to the norm as gas and nuclear have generated the bulk of our power. Duncan Burt, director of system operations at National Grid, said: “During the past 12 months alone, we have seen renewable generation records broken and we expect this trend to continue, as technology advances and we find new ways to accommodate and manage more wind and solar power on our network.” On Saturday afternoon, for a total of about an hour, the solar panels peppering the country’s fields and rooftops constituted the number one source of electricity. It contributed over 27% to the energy mix. It must be noted, however, that to date solar power only comes top at the weekends when the demand for power is lower. On May 14th, earlier this year, the record for peak solar generation was set at a whopping 9.42 GW. This is promising news for a country with ambitions to transition fully to renewables over the course of the next couple of decades. However, the solar capacity by the end of May this year was 12.8 GW, which is only 1.6% more than it was last May. Unfortunately, this might be the last spike in solar power we see any time soon as solar records are predicted to slow down. Subsidy cuts have seen growth peter out and the incentives in place for householders to put panels on their roofs are going to expire next year. Right now, there is no indication that a replacement scheme will be implemented. However, it is not all doom and gloom. Some developers believe that by going large, they will be able to build solar projects without subsidies. Hive Energy spoke to an industry audience last week and announced that thanks to improvements in technology, its planned solar farm in Kent is likely to have around 14% more capacity than originally anticipated. The Cleve Hill scheme is predicted to have a capacity of as much as 400MW, which would completely overshadow the UK’s current largest solar farm, which is located in Wales and has a capacity of 72.2MW. Dr Alastair Buckley, a solar expert at the University of Sheffield, said: “This marks the start of subsidy-free solar being economically viable, and I genuinely believe we’ll see bigger changes to the electricity sector in the next 10 years than we’ve seen in the past 10.”

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Our knowledge of the nature of the objects treated in physics consists solely of readings of pointers (on instrument dials) and other indicators. (Therefore) what knowledge have we of the nature of atoms that renders it at all incongruous that they should constitute a thinking object? (Thus) science has nothing to say as to the intrinsic nature of the atom. – Sir Arthur Eddington. What do we really know about the intrinsic nature of consciousness and its essential role (if any) in the nature of cosmos? Probably a lot less than many would assume. There is no question that our knowledge of brains has expanded massively in the past century. But what does all this data about brains really tell us about consciousness? Not a great deal, I suspect. Yet mainstream psychology and neuroscience continues to ignore the obvious implications of the question: “Are brains and minds the same thing?” Instead, these discourses tend to ignore the question, replacing it with an unquestioned presupposition: mind equals brain. Worse still, much of science still tends not even to bother with consciousness, intention, and the importance of the role of the perceiver. Recommended: These Symbols Will Help You Rewire Your Brain Ironically, the scientific detachment that was born of the awareness of the fallibility of the first-person perception has typically led to the dismissal of the role of the mind in nature, evolution, and cosmos. Galen Strawson in a well-known paper entitled “Realistic monism: why physicalism entails panpsychism” points out some of the logical inconsistencies in materialist science. Strawson is incredulous at the denial of personal experience which lies at the heart of the materialist worldview that still dominates much of science, especially biology, psychology, and neuroscience. This, he states, is akin to the denial of “the existence of experience.” At this, we should stop and wonder. I think we should feel very sober, and a little afraid, at the power of human credulity, the capacity of human minds to be gripped by theory, by faith. For this particular denial is the strangest thing that has ever happened in the whole history of human thought, not just the whole history of philosophy. It falls, unfortunately, to philosophy, not religion, to reveal the deepest woo-woo of the human mind. I find this grievous, but, next to this denial, every known religious belief is only a little less sensitive than the belief that grass is green. Strawson is correct. What is it about the first-person experience that science is so afraid of? What has created this absurd rejection of the “I”? We could, of course, run through the history of science in the past several hundred years, talking about the necessity to challenge religious authority on matters of reason, and the subsequent discrediting of theology or mysticism in providing adequate explanations of most mundane things (it has to be admitted). We could also talk about the rise of more sophisticated ways of knowing such as calculation (e.g. Newton), classification (Darwin), analysis (Comte) and experimentalism (Helmholtz) by the mid-nineteenth century. And we could acknowledge the massive impact and success of technologies which arose from that – the microscope, telescope, computer and so on – and how these, in turn, generated exponential increases in our capacity to “perceive”, collate and analyze data. Out of all this a new culture, a new paradigm, a new way of looking at life and cosmos emerged. Materialism was a defining feature of this science. In this schema, things – including people, animals, and minds – were at their very basis material objects, regardless of what properties or behaviors they exhibited at a macro-level. All this has been widely discussed by philosophers of science, as have been the many challenges to such a reductionist approach to knowledge. Those challenges have always been around, of course, with perhaps the emergence of quantum physics early in the nineteenth century representing the most pronounced challenge. And yet even today materialism – and the denial of mind – remains strongly embedded in many of our sciences. Strawson’s paper argues that any rational take on the relationship between cosmos and mind has to admit at least a “micropsychism”, if not quite the idea of panpsychism (that consciousness is present in all things, to some degree). He states that “realistic physicalists… grant that experiential phenomena are real concrete phenomena… and those experiential phenomena are therefore physical phenomena.” He argues that everything concrete is physical and everything physical is comprised of physical ultimates. Conscious experience is part of that concrete reality. Therefore consciousness is an intrinsic aspect of cosmos. Although I do not specifically define myself as a panpsychist, clearly the idea is quite compatible with the existence of the non-local mind. If there is at least a little bit of mind found in all things, it helps to explain how it is that minds can perceive of things that are not readily perceptible with the eyes, ears and other sensory organs. I believe the latter is now undeniable. I base that conclusion upon three sources: my own extensive experience with the expanded and non-local mind; first-person insights gleaned from the world’s great wisdom traditions and recorded for posterity; and upon the scientific data which has been gleaned from psychic research for more than a century. What lies at the heart of the debate is the mind-body problem. Even if one rejects the evidence for psychic phenomena and the extended mind, we still have the issue of how we get consciousness from brains. How does conscious experience arise from the firing of neurons? Implicit within the mechanistic paradigm is that consciousness IS the firing of neurons. Because if it isn’t, then what is it? A key issue is how to explain why it is that our experience of mind is so utterly different from what we experience when we look at, say, a brain in a vat, or an fMRI scan of neuronal activity. Clearly, there is something very qualitatively different between brains and consciousness. What exactly does that difference represent, and what is the relationship between these two things? The question has not been adequately addressed in neuroscience. As Lawrnece Le Shan points out in his wonderful book “A New Science of the Paranormal,” there is an explanatory gap which lies at the heart of the mind-equals-brain model. We have sensory inputs, we have electrical signals and we got them neurons firing and then… wala! Thought, sensation, consciousness. Such is one of several very, very big “miracles” that go unimaginably unexplained within modern science. The other two big, big problems which I can point to are how the cosmos arose out of the nothingness that lies at the moment before the Big Bang; while the third is the puzzle of biogenesis. How did life arise from lifeless matter? For the last query, reductionism arguably works for the bio-machinery of the organism but fails miserably to account for the rise of consciousness. And after all, the most wonderful and surprising aspect of life is consciousness, at least as it exists in multi-cellular organisms such as we human beings. An explanation for the emergence of life which fails to account for the origin of consciousness is a bit like an account of airplanes without bothering to mention that they tend to fly. Such “explanations” are ultimately merely descriptions. Lawrence Le Shan points out an obvious double standard with a common criticism of psychic research. In the latter critique, it is incredulously stated that research into phenomena like ESP, telepathy, precognition and so on fail to provide an adequate an explanation for how information might travel from one place or mind to another place or mind without some mechanical process to mediate that transfer (note: the idea of “travel” is highly problematic in regard to non-locality). Yet as Le Shan indicates, this explanatory gap merely mirrors the explanatory gap in psychology and neuroscience regarding how we get consciousness from neurons. As yet there is no adequate explanation, and this remains more than a merely small problem. It begs the question of what the essential nature of consciousness actually is! And still, the discourse continues without so much as a pause for reflection, hailing His Majesty the Neurone With no Clothes. Perhaps it is about time that we finally admit that the emperor is totally buck naked – and duly tell him, such that in the long run we save him from further embarrassment when he is informed that his game is up.

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When selecting the right abrasive for a project, it’s essential to understand the different types and their respective grit sizes. One of the most frequently used categories in woodworking, metalworking, and various DIY projects is fine grit. But what exactly does “fine grit” mean, and how can it influence your project outcomes? In this article, we will unravel the nuances of fine grit, its applications, and how to choose the right grit for your needs. What is Grit Size? The term “grit size” refers to the size of the abrasive particles in sandpaper or other abrasive materials. Grit sizes are categorized on a scale where a lower number indicates a coarser texture and a higher number represents finer abrasives. This grading system influences the abrasiveness, smoothness, and finish that can be achieved on various surfaces. The Grit Size Scale Grit sizes typically range from ultra-coarse (24 grit) to ultra-fine (600 grit and above). Here’s a quick overview: - Coarse Grit: 24 to 60 - Medium Grit: 80 to 150 - Fine Grit: 180 to 220 - Very Fine Grit: 240 to 400 - Ultra Fine Grit: 600 and above What is Considered Fine Grit? Fine grit typically falls within the 180 to 220 range on the grit scale. This level of abrasiveness is ideal for smoothing surfaces after initial, coarser sanding. Fine grit sandpaper is necessary when finishing surfaces that require a smooth and polished look, making it suitable for both wood and metal working. Why Fine Grit Matters Using the correct grit size is crucial for achieving the desired results in any project. Here are several reasons why fine grit is important: Achieving a Smooth Finish Fine grit sandpaper can remove minor imperfections and marks left by rough sanding. It helps in creating a smooth base that enhances the appearance of the finished product. This applies to various materials, including: - Wood: Ideal for preparing the surface before painting or staining. - Metal: Useful for polishing and refining surfaces to remove scratches. Preparing for Finishes Sanding with fine grit is an essential step before applying finishes like paint, varnish, or lacquer. A smooth, even surface ensures that these finishes adhere properly and results in a more professional-looking final product. Common Applications of Fine Grit Sandpaper Fine grit sandpaper finds its place across multiple industries and DIY applications. Here’s where you might typically use it: In woodworking, fine grit sandpaper plays a pivotal role in the finishing process. After shaping and polishing wood with coarse and medium grit, fine grit is employed to achieve that perfect surface before applying stains or finishing coats. Professionals and hobbyists alike use fine grit for sanding metal surfaces, especially after initial grinding. The goal is to produce a smooth surface free of deep scratches, which is critical for functions like welding and painting. In automotive industries, fine grit is crucial for preparing car surfaces before paint jobs. It helps eliminate any imperfections and creates an optimal surface for paint adhesion. Crafts and DIY Projects Whether you’re refurbishing furniture or creating art pieces, fine grit sandpaper is a staple tool for achieving a refined look. It allows you to create smooth surfaces, ensuring your finished product looks polished and professional. Choosing the Right Fine Grit Sandpaper Now that we have delved into what fine grit means, it’s crucial to understand how to choose the right type for your specific needs. Here are some factors to consider: The choice of sandpaper can greatly depend on the material you’re working with: - **Wood**: Opt for sandpaper with a stearate coating for smoother finishes. - **Metal**: Aluminum oxide sandpaper is typically recommended for metal surfaces due to its durability. Consider the following: - Surface Preparation: If the surface requires heavy preparation, you may need to start with a coarse grit before switching to fine grit. - Finish Type: If you’re applying a gloss finish, using fine grit will ensure you get the best results without unsightly scratches. Common Mistakes When Using Fine Grit Sandpaper Despite knowing the importance of using fine grit, many make missteps that can affect their project outcomes. Here are some common errors: Skipping Coarse Grit Jumping straight to fine grit without performing preliminary sanding with coarser grit may lead to ineffective results. It’s essential to prepare the surface first by using coarse grits, especially if there are deep scratches or imperfections. Not Checking the Grit Regularly As you work, the sandpaper can become clogged with dust and debris, which can reduce its effectiveness. Regularly checking and replacing sandpaper ensures you maintain the quality of the sanding process. In summary, understanding what constitutes fine grit and applying it correctly can make a significant difference in the quality of your projects. Fine grit sandpaper (180-220) is your go-to choice for achieving smooth, even surfaces ready for finishing. By choosing the right type of grit based on your materials and project scope, you can enhance the aesthetic and functional quality of your work. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a DIY enthusiast, mastering the concept of fine grit will undoubtedly elevate your craft. So next time you reach for that sandpaper, remember the importance of grit sizes, and let the finishing touches define your work! What is fine grit sandpaper? Fine grit sandpaper refers to sandpaper that typically has a grit size ranging from 120 to 220. This type of sandpaper is used for smoothing surfaces and preparing them for finishing. It employs fine abrasive particles that allow for a more delicate approach when working with wood, metal, or other materials to achieve a polished finish. When using fine grit sandpaper, it is essential to remember that while it effectively smooths surfaces, it may not be suitable for heavy material removal. Instead, it is ideal for refining the texture of a previously sanded surface or achieving a level finish on surfaces that require finesse, such as in furniture finishing or detail work. How do I choose the right grit for my project? Choosing the right grit sandpaper depends largely on the specific requirements of your project. For initial sanding or rough surfaces, lower grit sandpapers (such as 40 to 80) are suitable to remove material quickly. As the project progresses, transitioning to mid-range grits (80 to 120) and finally to fine grit (120 to 220) helps in achieving a smooth, refined surface without scratches. Consider the material you are working with as well; softer woods may require lighter grit, whereas harder materials might withstand a bit more aggressive sanding. Always assess the state of the surface beforehand; if it’s very rough and needs heavy material removal, start with a lower grit before moving to fine grit for the finishing touches. Can fine grit sandpaper be used on all surfaces? While fine grit sandpaper can be used on many surfaces, it is not universally applicable. Fine grit is typically best suited for materials like wood, metal, and certain plastics that require a smooth finish. It is particularly useful for sanding between paint or varnish applications, as it helps prepare the surface for optimal adhesion without damaging the underlying layer. On the other hand, fine grit sandpaper may not be the best choice for very rough surfaces or materials that require significant material removal. For those applications, starting with a lower grit level is necessary. Additionally, on certain delicate surfaces, using fine grit too soon may not yield the desired results, as it may not effectively address deeper imperfections. How do I use fine grit sandpaper effectively? To use fine grit sandpaper effectively, ensure you start with a clean surface, free from dust and debris. Opt for a sanding block or a sanding tool to maintain consistent pressure and surface contact. Sand in the direction of the grain, especially when working with wood, to avoid scratching the surface. It is advisable to use light pressure, allowing the fine grit to do the work without compromising the quality of the material underneath. Additionally, consider using a damp cloth to wipe down the surface periodically to remove dust generated from sanding. This not only aids visibility but also ensures a better finish by preventing the fine particles from re-scratching the surface. Always inspect your work as you progress to assess whether additional sanding is needed, and clean the surface between different grit levels for optimal results. What materials are commonly used to make fine grit sandpaper? Fine grit sandpaper is typically made from a variety of materials that can include aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and garnet. Aluminum oxide is a highly versatile and commonly used material due to its durability and effectiveness on both wood and metal surfaces. It offers a consistent finish while remaining resistant to deterioration during use. Silicon carbide is another material often used in the manufacturing of fine grit sandpaper, particularly for sanding glass, plastic, and metal surfaces. It is known for its sharpness and ability to cut smoothly. Garnet, while not as durable as aluminum oxide or silicon carbide, provides an excellent finish on wood and is prized for its natural properties, delivering a smoother sanding experience. Can fine grit sandpaper be reused? Yes, fine grit sandpaper can often be reused, provided it is still in good condition and has not been excessively worn down. However, its effectiveness depends on the type of project and the state of the sandpaper itself. If the sandpaper is clogged with dust or shows signs of wear, it may be less effective and can result in a poorer finish. To extend the life of fine grit sandpaper, clean it after use by gently tapping it against a hard surface or using a soft brush to remove debris. This allows it to maintain its cutting ability for future projects. Nevertheless, always inspect the sandpaper before using it again; if it appears too worn, replacing it is advisable for achieving the desired outcome. What are the benefits of using fine grit sandpaper over coarser options? The primary benefits of using fine grit sandpaper over coarser options lie in its ability to smooth surfaces without causing extensive material removal or deep scratches. Fine grit prepares surfaces for finishing touch-ups, whether it’s paint, stain, or varnish, by creating a smooth, even surface that enhances the final appearance of the project. This meticulous approach is particularly vital in crafts such as furniture making or woodworking, where surface quality plays a critical role. Furthermore, fine grit sandpaper helps reduce the risk of grain raising in wood, allowing for a more polished, professional finish. The use of fine grits also lessens the likelihood of uneven surfaces and imperfections that can arise from using coarser options. This ultimately means less work involved in later finishing stages and more satisfaction with the overall craftsmanship of the project. Are there any safety precautions to take when using fine grit sandpaper? Yes, when using fine grit sandpaper, it is essential to observe safety precautions to protect your health and maintain a safe workspace. Always wear a dust mask to prevent inhalation of fine particles generated during sanding, which can be harmful to your lungs over time. Additionally, protective eyewear is crucial to shield your eyes from flying debris and dust. Make sure to work in a well-ventilated area to minimize exposure to airborne dust. If you are sanding materials that may contain harmful substances, such as older paints with lead, take extra precautions like using respiratory protection and ensuring proper cleanup methods are followed. Always follow manufacturer guidelines for safety equipment and practices related to any materials being sanded.

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Have you noticed that your gerbil pee smells so badly? Do you wonder why it is so and if there’s anything you can do to stop the pee smell? In this article, you’ll learn everything you should know. Gerbil pee smells due to the presence of urea which is also known as carbamide. Once they pee, bacteria begin to act on the urea and break it down to ammonia, a stinky substance. Why does my gerbil’s pee smell so bad? Your gerbil pee could smell so bad if it is dehydrated or has an underlying medical condition like diabetes or kidney disease. It could also be due to a diet change, or you just introduced them to a new feed. Gerbils pee could stink due to bacteria action on the urea in their urine, but if the smell gets too much, there could be something fishy. Therefore, below are common reasons why your gerbil pee could smell so bad: - Medical conditions - Diet change and medication - Unclean cage If your gerbil doesn’t take enough water, it might become dehydrated, and its urine may begin to smell so badly. Urea, a compound in Gerbil’s urine and the urine of several other mammals, requires a copious amount of water to dilute. If the dilution is poor, its concentration in urine will be high. Therefore, when such gerbil pee, bacteria act on the concentrated urea, converting it into ammonia and giving off a foul smell. 2. Medical conditions Specific ailments like kidney disease, urinary tract infection, and diabetes could make gerbils urine smell bad. Since the kidney is responsible for filtering urine, if it is unhealthy, many substances that ought to be retained in the body will be allowed to pass and dilute in urine, increasing the urine concentration. With a raised urine concentration, you should expect a bad smell. Also, if your pet suffers from urinary tract infection (UTI), its urine might smell bad due to bacteria action on the bladder. 3. Diet change and medication If you noticed your gerbil urine smelling so badly after recently changing their feeds or subjecting them to a new medication, that could be the reason for the smell. The side effects of some gerbil medication are badly smelling urine. 4. Unclean cage A pileup of urine in your gerbil cage could give off a foul smell. Such buildup invites bacteria which may begin to act on the urine, giving off a bad smell. What can I do to stop the gerbil pee smell? To ensure your gerbil urine doesn’t smell, you should ensure that the pet is well hydrated by supplying it with enough water. You should also seek medical attention if it has medical problems like kidney disease. Gerbil’s urine doesn’t smell bad in normal circumstances. Therefore, as a pet owner, if you find the urine of your beautiful little pet smells so badly, and you wish to stop it from smelling, you must first identify the cause of the smell. If the smell has been occurring for a while, you should review how often you fill its water bottle with water. If the water isn’t enough, you must change your approach and begin to fill it more often. If the smell is caused by dehydration, this method should resolve it, and the urine shouldn’t smell foul anymore. If you recently changed its diet or you subjected it to a specific medication, you may want to change the food, perhaps for a few days, to observe if the smell will stop. If the diet change causes the smell, changing the food should take care of that. On the other hand, if your vet recommended the medication you subjected the pet to, you should speak to the vet about the pee smell. Your vet will tell you if it’s a side effect of the drug. If it is, the smell will stop when you stop giving your pet the drug. In situations where a medical condition is an underlying factor causing the smell, you may require professional help. Speaking to your vet is the solution in this regard. He may subject your pet to some tests to confirm what medical condition causes the smell, perhaps they have one of the following conditions - Kidney Disease - Urinary Tract Infection Once identified, he can prescribe the proper medication to use. Sometimes, it may require surgery. Once the medical condition is treated, the pee will stop smelling. You may also want to clean your pet cage to rid it of any urine buildup. The pet might not have any problem; the smell might come from bacteria acting on the urine buildup in the cage. In that case, you should do general cleaning. How often should a gerbil pee Gerbils don’t urinate often, and even when they urinate, it’s only a few drops. As a desert animal, its body is designed to store water for later use rather than excreting it. Unlike other mammals that excrete all unused water in their system, gerbil stores them and excrete little. Perhaps you often find rat urine in your clothes or the food items in your kitchen, and you assume all rodents excrete that much urine. It may be true for some rodents, but not gerbil. Unlike many other rodents, Gerbil’s body is designed to withstand desert climate where there’s water scarcity. Therefore, even when the beautiful rodent is in captivity, and there’s enough water to drink, the body will still manage water and only excrete very little but highly concentrated urine. Rather than excreting, it stores the water, hoping to fall back to it when there’s water scarcity. Their poo is also not watery since they try to conserve water. Instead, they excrete small, dry, pellet-shaped feces. For most other mammals, the more water they drink, the more urine they excrete. That is not the case with gerbils. Even when they drink a lot, they urinate a little. However, some conditions might cause your gerbil to abstain from the norm and urinate more often. Such conditions include: - Kidney disease - Urinary tract infection such as the action of bacteria on the bladder How to clean gerbil pee in their cage If your gerbil pee in its cage, you can clean the cage by scooping out the shavings affected by the urine. However, if you have many gerbils in the cage and the bedding is soaked by urine, you should do general cleaning. When gerbil pee, the urine drains down the shaving in their cage, leaving them with a dry surface to walk on. In some cases, they might pee on the accessories in their cage, including the shelves, toys, hides, wheel, and even the sand bath. In that case, you should do what pet owners call “spot cleaning.” It requires taking out all the accessories and washing them in a solution of water and mild dish soap. After washing, you should dry the accessories and put them back in the cage. If you find any urine stain in the tank, you should wipe it out with a cleaner. You can also do a general cleaning by following the steps below: - Relocating the Gerbils - Removing everything in the gerbilium - Washing and disinfecting the gerbilium using a food-safe or pet-safe disinfectant - Washing and sterilizing the cage accessories - Replacing their bedding

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The birth of a white foal is a rare event. White horses comprise less than 8% of the equine population and of those, the majority are actually grey. The grey horse is born a solid colour such as black, bay or brown, with dark skin at birth, and some are born with rings around their eyes known as ‘grey goggles’. These goggles disappear as the foal ages and becomes progressively whiter. This is caused by de-pigmentation due to the presence of the grey gene. Grey horses are often confused with white horses. The white foal, on the other hand, is born with a white coat, pink skin, brown or blue eyes, and does not change colour as it ages. In effect, the white appearance is causes by multiple overlapping white patterns that do not leave any of the base coat colour showing. A giant white spot, if you will! Some argue that there are no true “white” horses in that white is not a possible base coat colour. A red, bay or black base coat is required with the addition of white spotting genes to get a “white” horse. Double dilute horses who carry two crème genes such as cremello, perlinos, and smokey creams are often mistaken for white. One crème gene on a red or chestnut-based horse will produce a palomino, whereas two will produce a cremello. A buckskin is a bay with one cream allele, while perlino has a bay base coat with two crème alleles. A smokey black has a black base coat with one cream alleles, while smokey cream has two. Cremellos, perlinos and smokey creams are not classified as white and can themselves come with distinguishable white markings such as socks and blazes. ‘Albino’ is another term incorrectly applied to white horses with pink skin and blue eyes. Albinism is a condition in mammals characterized by a total lack of pigmentation, resulting in white hair, pink skin, and red-coloured eyes. There is a rare breed called the American Albino which display a lack of pigmentation in their skin and hair and have blue-coloured eyes; never red eyes, which disqualifies them from categorization as a true albino. Experts maintain that albinism does not exist in horses at this time because they have not found a horse that meets the criteria to be considered an albino. Lethal White Foal One particular type of white horse strikes fear into the hearts of all; the dreaded Overo Lethal White Syndrome (OLWS) or Lethal White (LW), in which a completely white foal is either stillborn or dies shortly after birth because its intestines are not fully developed. It’s important to note that not all white foals are lethal white. Lethal white foals result when each parent contributes a frame overo gene. Pigment is necessary for nerve function in the digestive system and the frame gene inhibits this. If only one frame gene exists (from one parent), there is no cause for concern, as the other non-frame gene is able to sustain normal digestive function on its own. On the other hand, when there are two frame alleles (homozygous, one from each parent), the digestive system is nonfunctional and death will result. Although a LW foal can be born alive and appear outwardly healthy, within a short period of time, they inevitably suffer a painful death or require humane euthanasia to relieve their agony. There is no medical cure for foals with this condition. The frame coat pattern shows white patches that do not exceed the back when viewed from the side, with the dark colour “framing” the horse. Not all horses who carry the frame overo gene will exhibit this coat pattern. Solid horses can also carry this allele, therefore it is important to DNA colour test mares and stallions of breeds who commonly carry this gene, in order to prevent a lethal white foal. Quarter horses, Paints, Appaloosas, Tennessee Walkers, American Saddlebreds and Miniature horses are some of the breeds known to carry the frame overo gene. There is another white gene pattern which can result in undesirable birth defects. The gene responsible for the ‘splash pattern’ plays a role in pigmentation and nerve function of the ears. The cochlea requires melanocytes (cells that make pigment) in order to detect sound. With splash mutations, these cells may be missing and therefore the horse may be deaf. My coloured Thoroughbred mare, American Iris, recently gave birth to a white colt we named Jack Frost. She has a bay base coat with a dominant white spotting pattern due to the W5 KIT gene mutation. This spontaneous white gene mutation started with the coloured Thoroughbred foundation sire Puchilingui and is only found in horses whose ancestral roots trace all the way back to him. This pattern can also be found in Anglo-Arabs or other crossbreeds who are directly related to a Thoroughbred from that particular stud line. The foal’s sire is a warmblood. He is solid bay with a blaze and socks. In order for him to produce a maximum white foal when bred to my mare he must carry one of the white colour markers such as W20, which is common in warmbloods. A maximum white foal may result from any combination of white pattern genes which create an all-white horse. To avoid having a maximum white foal out of this mare, she would need to be bred to a ‘white killer’ stallion, with no white on himself or his relatives going back at least five generations. Her first foal was the result of breeding to such a stallion. Pixie was born palomino with lots of white chrome. One issue with white foals is that the skin around their eyes and nose is pink, making them susceptible to sunburn. Solutions include applying zinc oxide to these areas or using a UV-resistant fly mask with a long nose. As a last resort, the eyelids can be tattooed. And finally, a white horse will need many, many baths to keep them looking clean and beautiful!

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Disney capitalized on narratives that had become public domain to create their ‘classics’, yet subsequently used those profits to influenced changes to those very laws for everyone else. Disney has played a significant role in shaping U.S. copyright laws over the years, leveraging its influence to extend copyright terms and protect its intellectual properties. Notably, the company has been a driving force behind legislative changes, such as the Copyright Term Extension Act of 1998, often referred to as the “Sonny Bono Copyright Term Extension Act” or colloquially as the “Mickey Mouse Protection Act.” This legislation extended copyright terms by 20 years, effectively preventing classic Disney characters, including Mickey Mouse, from entering the public domain. Disney’s lobbying efforts are frequently cited as a prime example of how large media corporations can impact copyright legislation to safeguard their assets, underscoring the complex interplay between copyright law and corporate interests. Source Bambi, a Life in the Woods (source) Disney argued that because Salten’s original 1923 publication of the novel did not include a copyright notice (and therefore) immediately considered a public domain work. etc… Fuck em’ Let’s make NEW shit anyway! Against the world I often feel alone, but in truth I have allies unknown.

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The Wascopam Mission was established on March 21, 1838, by Reverends Daniel Lee and Henry K. W. Perkins. Lumber for the buildings was cut mostly by neighboring Wascos. The mission was often called Wascopam after them. During its operation, the mission consisted of a schoolhouse, garden, stable, barn, and two dwellings along with a cleared pasture adjacent to the wood huts used by the Native American villagers. Supplies were procured from Hudson's Bay Company stations Fort Vancouver and Fort Nez Percés along with the Methodist stations of Mission Bottom and later Mission Mill with Chinookan and Walla Walla escorts. During one such trip provisions dwindled to the point that a horse had to be consumed until salmon could be purchased from a Clackamas village. Pulpit Rock is a rock about 12 feet (3.7 m) tall, carved by natural elements in an open area on a slight slope. The Methodist missionaries preached at the location, with some initial success in converting some of the local Indigenous peoples. The rock currently stands in the intersection of E. 12th and Court streets in the city of The Dalles, Oregon. It is directly south of The Dalles-Wahtonka High School, with a historical marker. The rock has been kept its original location, now in the middle of a street, due to history surrounding it. A mural on a building in downtown The Dalles features the rock prior to the development of the current roads and neighborhood around it. The Wascopam Mission was sold for $600 to Marcus Whitman in 1847, who intended to move there. However, after the Whitman massacre and the eruption of the Cayuse War, the mission was occupied by the Oregon militia. The station was returned to the Methodist Mission in 1849; as the ABCFM had yet to be pay for the station, its bill of purchase was waived. The mission was sold by the Methodists to the Federal Government for $24,000. During the 1850s the U.S. Army developed Fort Dalles on the site of the Wascopam Mission. The remaining indigenous people inhabiting the surrounding region were evicted by the U.S. Army to the Warm Springs Indian Reservation. Eventually the location became the center of the modern town of the Dalles. Disputes arose in the 1870s between the settlers of the Dalles and the Methodist Church, which still considered the area their property. In 1883 litigation reached the Supreme Court. The judgement rejected the Methodist claims in favor of the settlers. Three years later the church gave $23,000 to settlers who had previously paid for lots on the now defunct claim.

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Watch Innovations Identified by the Commission The Innovation Commission for Climate Change, Food Security and Agriculture identified seven innovations to mitigate the climate impact of agriculture and promote climate adaptation in low- and middle-income countries. These videos showcase the critical role of these innovations in benefiting not only those most vulnerable to climate change, such as smallholder farmers and landless laborers, but also bringing substantial co-benefits to low- and middle-income countries. Here, you can download the document explaining the rigorous vetting process behind their selection, evidence of their impact on climate resilience, adaptation, and mitigation, their potential to scale, and their needs for further R&D investment. The document underscores the strategies for advancing ready-to-scale solutions or investing in high-risk, early-stage research with transformational potential.

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C. L. R. James took Marxism into new territory, not once but twice, with two classic works. The Black Jacobins, published in 1938, was an exhilarating account of the revolt against slavery in Haiti that pointed toward the anti-colonial movements of the postwar period. James himself helped nurture those movements through his political activism and connections with men like George Padmore and Kwame Nkrumah. Twenty-five years later, James published a very different kind of book. Beyond a Boundary tackled the relationship between cricket and West Indian society and laid down a marker for Marxist writing about sport. Six decades after its first publication, Beyond a Boundary is still a brilliant model for how to write about popular culture. More Than a Game Marxist critics before James tended to focus on cultural forms like art and literature. He had made his own contribution to that body of writing with a study of Herman Melville. Why did he now opt to write about cricket? As the book makes clear, the game had played a crucial role in the path followed by James since his childhood. Born in Trinidad when it was still a British colony, he could see at close quarters how cricket became a channel for the nascent struggle against racism and colonial rule: Social and political passions, denied normal outlets, expressed themselves so fiercely in cricket (and other games) precisely because they were games. . . . The cricket field was a stage on which selected individuals played representative roles which were charged with social significance. There was something very particular about the geographical spread of cricket that gave it strong political undertones during and after the period covered by James. Soccer and cricket both originated in Britain during its heyday as the global superpower, but the former soon became the world’s most popular sport and no longer had any direct association with British rule. High-level cricket, on the other hand, remains confined to Britain and its former colonies. There is a fierce rivalry in Test cricket between England and Australia, dating back to the nineteenth century and enduring to this day. But Australia is still a country where the majority of the population is white, English-speaking, and descended from European settlers. Its political system and level of economic development place it in the same geopolitical category as Britain, and the two states have been happy to serve together as Washington’s junior partners since the end of empire. In the West Indies, by contrast, black cricket players were descended from Africans who had been enslaved and transported across the Atlantic to work on plantations. When James was born, the British ruling class considered it absurd to suggest that Trinidad, Jamaica, or Guyana might one day govern themselves. The people of the West Indies had to fight for their independence against the entrenched resistance of British colonial power, just like the cricketing nations of South Asia. One chapter of Beyond a Boundary describes how the cricket clubs of Trinidad were organized in an elaborate hierarchy of race and class. Shannon was the club of the dark-skinned lower-middle class, “the teacher, the law clerk, the worker in the printing office and here and there a clerk in a department store.” According to James, the Shannon cricketers were conscious that they bore a special responsibility beyond the realm of sport: They played as if they knew that their skill represented the great mass of black people in the island. . . . As clearly as if it was written across the sky, their play said: Here, on the cricket field if nowhere else, all men in the island are equal, and we are the best men in the island. Having grown up in this context, James was naturally contemptuous of those who claimed that cricket had nothing to do with politics: “They are blind to the grandeur of a game which, in lands far from that which gave it birth, could encompass so much of social reality and still remain a game.” A Little to the Left The sporting culture of the West Indies made it possible for star players to remain in close contact with the society that produced them. As James explained: All of us knew our West Indian cricketers, so to speak, from birth, when they made their first century, when they became engaged, if they drank whisky instead of rum. A Test player with all his gifts was not a personage remote, to be read about in papers and worshipped from afar. They were all over the place, ready to play in any match, ready to talk. As a young cricket journalist and occasional player, James befriended one of those stars, Learie Constantine. When Constantine went to play for a northern English team in a town called Nelson, he asked James to stay with him as a lodger. Constantine helped James to find work as a cricket correspondent for the Manchester Guardian (as it was then), and they worked together on Constantine’s book Cricket and I. James also wrote a book making the case for West Indian self-government and published it with Constantine’s financial support. In Beyond a Boundary, James described the impact of this novel environment on his worldview: I soon made friends in the local Labour Party, attended their meetings, spoke to them. Some of Constantine’s intimate friends who came to the house often found congenial company in me, apart from cricket. My Labour and Socialist ideas had been got from books and were rather abstract. These humorously cynical working men were a revelation and brought me down to earth. Learie listened sympathetically, commenting with discretion but laughing a lot. There is a lovely moment in a 1976 documentary about Beyond a Boundary where James returns to Nelson four decades on. He sits in the stand at the cricket ground, chatting with some old lags from the town who remember his time with Constantine as if it were yesterday. One of them brings up the political speeches that James used to deliver and asks with a chuckle if it would be fair to describe him as having been “a little to the left.” “I should think somewhat more than a little,” replies James. The man then asks him if he has “matured” or “mellowed” since the 1930s. “I have developed” is the sardonic response. It was during his time in Britain that James made vital contacts in Trotskyist and Pan-African circles, while also conducting the research that made it possible to write The Black Jacobins. One motivation for writing Beyond a Boundary must have been a sense of gratitude to the sport that had shaped his political outlook and supplied opportunities for work, travel, and personal development that might otherwise have been denied to the son of a black teacher from colonial Trinidad. Sport and Social History However, his main reason for writing the book was a firm belief that cricket and sport in general had not received adequate coverage in the literature to date. Although he owed a major political and intellectual debt to Leon Trotsky, James strongly rejected his view of organized sport as a distraction from the class struggle: “Trotsky had said that the workers were deflected from politics by sports. With my past I simply could not accept that.” For James, Trotsky’s myopia was just one example of a wider failure to grasp the importance of sport as a mass phenomenon from the nineteenth century onwards. He noted that historians like G. M. Trevelyan and G. D. H. Cole could write about the social history of Victorian England yet “never once mention the man who was the best-known Englishman of his time,” the cricketer W. G. Grace. To fill this gap, he devoted an entire chapter to Grace as a sporting hero-cum-celebrity of the kind that has since become so familiar. In writing about the link between sport and society, James echoed a famous remark by Antonio Gramsci, who observed in his Prison Notebooks that anyone who wants to write the history of a political party must write the history of an entire country in monographic form: Wilton St Hill and Learie Constantine were more than makers of runs and takers of wickets to the people of Trinidad and Tobago. Who will write a biography of Sir Donald Bradman must be able to write a history of Australia in the same period. He made a passionate case for the virtues of cricket as a sport that combined individual and collective struggle between opposing teams: The batsman facing the ball does not merely represent his side. For that moment, to all intents and purposes, he is his side. This fundamental relation of the One and the Many, Individual and Social, Individual and Universal, leader and followers, representative and ranks, the part and the whole, is structurally imposed on the players of cricket. What other sports, games and arts have to aim at, the players are given to start with, they cannot depart from it. James also ventured a theory grounded in human evolution to explain the appeal of sport at its very best: We respond to physical action or vivid representation of it, dead or alive, because we are made that way. For unknown centuries survival for us, like all other animals, depended upon competent and effective physical activity. This played its part in developing the brain. The particular nature which became ours did not rest satisfied with this. If it had it could never have become human. The use of the hand, the extension of its powers by the tool, the propulsion of a missile at some objective and the accompanying refinements of the mechanics of judgement, these marked us off from the animals. The closing chapters of the book descend from the heights of sporting abstraction to a very concrete issue: the captaincy of the West Indies cricket team. When James wrote Beyond a Boundary, the islands of the Caribbean were in the process of gaining their independence from Britain, and black players already dominated the West Indian side. Yet there was a tacit convention that the captain had to be a white man. Having returned to Trinidad at the invitation of his old friend Eric Williams, James used his position as a newspaper editor to challenge this convention head-on, taking up the cudgels on behalf of Frank Worrell, who eventually became the first black player to captain the West Indies team. James dismissed the idea that righteous passion of the kind he was expressing had no place in a sport like cricket: When I confessed I was angry, even sympathizers balked at this. According to the code, anger should not intrude into cricket. I understood them well, I had been as foolish in my time. According to the colonial version of the code, you were to show yourself a “true sport” by not making a fuss about the most barefaced discrimination because it wasn’t cricket. Not me any longer. To that I had said, was saying, my final good-bye. He saw cricket as a crucial factor in the development of West Indian political consciousness: “West Indians crowding to Tests bring with them the whole past history and future hopes of the islands.” The battle over the captaincy proved to be a curtain raiser for the true heyday of West Indian cricket, which came in the decades after Beyond a Boundary was published. Throughout the 1970s, ’80s, and ’90s, the West Indian side was unquestionably the strongest force in world cricket, handing out some memorable thrashings to the former colonial masters on their home territory. Players like Clive Lloyd, Viv Richards, and Michael Holding became some of the all-time greats of the sport. As the documentary Fire in Babylon and the book of the same title show very well, what made this period of West Indian cricket supremacy so memorable and exciting was the fact that it overlapped with social and political currents from outside the world of sport. Viv Richards was clear about the motivation he took onto the pitch: I have always thought about African history. The Zulu Wars. Malcolm X got me fired up, the Black Panthers — all these things these guys were doing. And I remember realizing what was going on in the southern United States in particular, what people had to put up with just to survive. There was a furious backlash when a group of mostly second-tier West Indian cricketers accepted a massive financial inducement to break the sporting boycott of apartheid South Africa in the 1980s. Michael Holding described the rogue players as “traitors” who were “selling out the region,” while Richards said that he was prouder of his refusal to join the South African tour than anything else in his career. In 1991, as the West Indian players arrived in England for another tour, the British journalist David Frith expressed precisely the same view about the intrusion of anger on the cricket pitch that James had scornfully rejected three decades earlier: These matches have long since become manifestations of the racial tensions that exist in the world outside the cricket-ground gates. Just when the cricketers of both sides should be teaching ordinary folk how to co-exist and enjoy honourable sports combat, a damaging counter-image emerges. Frith later recalled a conversation with Richards in a way that spoke volumes about his own complacency: He was a born athlete, Viv Richards. He surely could have gone out there and done just as well and retained his cool. I wish he didn’t get angry so often because I believed in him. But after that evening I was left quite worried, I thought, Well, he’s talking to young kids, and if he preaches that sort of stuff, the world’s not going to be a very peaceful place. One can easily imagine the short work that James would have made of this argument and its underlying assumptions. In any case, the long period of supremacy was about to come to an end. The US writer Mike Marqusee wrote about the subsequent downturn of West Indian cricket on the occasion of another Test series in 2004. As Marqusee pointed out, the comparative slump in form was much easier to account for than the long years of success that came before it: It was always remarkable that a sequence of world-beaters should have sprung from such an impoverished, economically marginal and fragmented society. The cricketing entity we call the West Indies is comprised of a dozen sovereign nations with a total population of under six million and a combined GDP of only $31 billion. . . . In sport, as in the arts, size and wealth do count, but not for everything. Take Barbados, an island with a population of 250,000 — the size of a single London borough. It gave the game at least a dozen of its modern masters. Since the late 1990s, success in the cricket World Cup has been a monopoly of the sport’s wealthiest nations — Australia, England, and India. The West Indies didn’t even qualify for this year’s tournament. A Lost World Mike Marqusee himself was a worthy heir to C. L. R. James as a Marxist historian of sport. Along with his wonderful study of Muhammad Ali, Redemption Song, Marqusee published two widely acclaimed books about cricket, Anyone but England and War Minus the Shooting, which followed the example set by James, using sport as a window into politics and social history. In 2013, Marqusee returned to the question of West Indian cricket in the global order to mark the fiftieth anniversary of Beyond a Boundary, asking himself what James would have made of the years that followed: He’d note in the fall of West Indies cricket the absence of those factors that had made for its rise, among them, the anti-colonial movement. Later cricketers, emerging from a West Indian society battered and fragmented by a globalised economy, could not match the ambition, creativity and commitment of a generation determined to liberate themselves from a colonial and racist order. James recounts the way even the most celebrated West Indian cricketers of his day mingled with the general population and shared its reference points. That easy intercourse is long gone, even in the West Indies. Sports celebrity as it’s lived today, in a world of gated communities and five-star uniformity, precludes the formation of the kind of links lovingly examined in Beyond a Boundary. The social conditions that made it possible for the West Indies to dominate world cricket may no longer exist, but it remains one of the most compelling stories in the history of sport, and Beyond a Boundary is an essential part of it.

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Rotting to the core This TikTok trend raises consequential questions about children and parenting. Originally published in the Moultrie News. I’ve heard of kids who take a day off from school or on the weekend to stay in bed all day, only getting up to use the bathroom. My daughter says it helps with mental health. What do you think? The trend you refer to is called “bed rotting,” and it emanates from that treasure trove of lovely ideas, TikTok. Bed rotting is basically as you describe it: the child or adolescent lies in bed all day, binge-watching shows, scrolling social media, snacking, and napping. If you believe TikTok (where videos about bed rotting have over 2 billion views), it’s a form of “self-care” to aid mental health. Whatever you say, TikTok. Psychologists differ on whether bed rotting is good for mental health (which probably tells us more about psychologists than about bed rotting). Common sense and experience, however, unanimously agree: kids need to get up and do something. Lying in bed all day is mentally, physically, and emotionally unhealthy. Keep in mind we’re not talking about conventional “resting.” Taking a break from stress for a day is good, but it should involve physical movement and personal productivity. We’re also not talking about “sleeping in.” It’s normal for kids who don’t get enough sleep during the week to sometimes sleep away half their Saturday; that’s how their developing brains ”catch up” on lost time. Once awake, however, activity should ensue. Simple reason tells us there‘s a lot wrong with bed rotting. Predominant is the law of inertia: an object at rest tends to stay at rest. The lazier you act, the lazier you want to be. To be an active, productive individual, you have to do active, productive things. Dr. Emily Mudd of the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital says, “Children have social, developmental, and emotional needs that cannot be met by being solitary in bed. They have activity-based needs, like being with peers and academic learning. Although rest is important, these activities are crucial for social, emotional, and cognitive development.” That makes sense, but others disagree. TikToking sleep scientist Vanessa Hill calls bed rotting “perfect” and “100 percent backed by science.” She says, “It’s the end of optimization and anti-productivity because you are wasting away under a blanket, and the nothingness is your best life.” Presumably, she meant that as an endorsement. I think she and I possess different views of what constitutes one’s “best life.” As bad as it sounds, bed rotting is small compared to the consequential issues it raises about children and parenting. We discuss children’s poor mental health as if it’s a natural occurrence, like colds or ringworms. But maybe we should start asking why — in an age where children face few significant stressors — kids should be so unhealthy. They’re generally well-nourished, sufficiently entertained, never overworked, and they face peaceful, reasonably prosperous futures. What is missing in their lives that is causing them such debilitating angst? The few problems they do face are promoted by adults. If we restricted phone and screen use, discouraged drugs, fostered their innocence, nurtured them in families, and created secure environments for them, they would easily be the healthiest generation that ever lived. In our eagerness to indulge them, we’ve given them no reason to even want to get out of bed. Everything they desire is right there. They’re entertained by remote-controlled smart TVs and gaming consoles. They socialize through digital apps. They sustain themselves on processed snacks. We’ve suppressed their activity by eliminating the need for it. Not long ago, a child’s biggest anxiety was FOMO — Fear of Missing Out, the feeling that everybody is having fun without you. That concept is evaporating because nothing kids fear “missing out” on is even real anymore. From socialization to sports to sex, it can all be indulged through the virtual milieu of a phone, easily accessed from the confines of one’s bed. All they require of us is WiFi. “Rotting” is an apt term for what will happen to children if we don’t find a way to turn this around. Read the original column here.

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Nursing Care Plan (NCP) PDF⁚ A Comprehensive Guide This comprehensive guide explores the world of Nursing Care Plans (NCPs), specifically focusing on their PDF format. We will delve into the definition, components, benefits, and practical aspects of NCPs, including how to write them, where to find free templates, and real-world examples. We will also examine the significance of NCPs in various nursing specialties and for specific conditions, along with tips for crafting effective plans and valuable resources for further learning. What is a Nursing Care Plan? A Nursing Care Plan (NCP) is a personalized and comprehensive blueprint that guides the nursing care provided to a patient in a systematic and organized manner. It acts as a roadmap for nurses and other healthcare professionals, ensuring consistent care delivery and achieving the patient’s desired outcomes. The NCP is a fundamental component of the nursing process, a structured approach to patient care that involves assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. It is a dynamic document that evolves as the patient’s condition changes, reflecting the latest evidence-based practices and guidelines. The NCP serves as a vital communication tool among healthcare providers, promoting clear understanding of the patient’s needs and ensuring that all members of the care team are working towards the same goals. It helps ensure that care is individualized, efficient, and effective, ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Components of a Nursing Care Plan A well-structured Nursing Care Plan (NCP) typically comprises several key components, each contributing to a comprehensive and effective plan of care. These elements are often organized using the nursing process, a framework that guides nurses in providing patient-centered care. The components of an NCP include⁚ - Assessment⁚ This involves gathering data about the patient’s health status, including their medical history, current symptoms, physical examination findings, and social and environmental factors. - Diagnosis⁚ Based on the assessment data, nurses identify the patient’s nursing diagnoses, which are health problems that nurses are qualified to treat. These diagnoses are often expressed using standardized terminology, such as the North American Nursing Diagnosis Association-International (NANDA-I) taxonomy. - Planning⁚ This involves setting patient-specific goals and desired outcomes for the care plan. Goals should be measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). - Interventions⁚ This outlines the specific nursing actions that will be taken to address the patient’s needs and achieve the established goals. Interventions may include providing medications, monitoring vital signs, teaching patients about their condition, providing emotional support, or coordinating care with other healthcare professionals. - Rationale⁚ Each intervention should be accompanied by a rationale, which explains the scientific basis for the chosen action and how it will contribute to achieving the patient’s goals. - Evaluation⁚ This involves regularly monitoring the patient’s progress towards achieving their goals and adjusting the care plan as needed. This step is crucial for ensuring that the NCP remains relevant and effective throughout the patient’s care journey. Benefits of Using a Nursing Care Plan Template Utilizing a Nursing Care Plan (NCP) template offers several advantages for nurses, students, and healthcare facilities, streamlining the care planning process and improving patient outcomes. Here are some key benefits of incorporating a template into your nursing practice⁚ - Streamlined Care Planning⁚ Templates provide a structured framework, guiding nurses through the essential components of a comprehensive care plan. This ensures that all necessary information is included, reducing the risk of overlooking important aspects of patient care. - Enhanced Consistency⁚ Templates promote consistency in care planning across different nurses and shifts. By adhering to a standardized format, nurses can ensure that patient care is delivered uniformly, reducing variability in treatment approaches. - Improved Communication⁚ NCP templates facilitate clear and concise communication among healthcare professionals involved in the patient’s care. The standardized format ensures that everyone is on the same page regarding the patient’s needs, goals, and interventions. - Time Efficiency⁚ Templates save valuable time by providing a pre-formatted structure that nurses can quickly adapt to individual patients. This allows nurses to focus on providing direct patient care rather than spending excessive time creating care plans from scratch. - Evidence-Based Practice⁚ Many templates incorporate evidence-based guidelines and best practices, ensuring that care plans are aligned with the latest research and clinical recommendations. This helps to improve the quality and safety of patient care. - Easy Customization⁚ While templates provide a foundation, they are flexible enough to be customized to meet the specific needs of each patient. Nurses can modify sections, add relevant information, and tailor the plan to address individual patient circumstances. How to Write a Nursing Care Plan Creating a comprehensive and effective Nursing Care Plan (NCP) requires a methodical approach, ensuring that all essential components are addressed. This step-by-step guide provides a framework for developing a well-structured NCP⁚ - Assessment⁚ Begin by conducting a thorough assessment of the patient’s current condition. Gather subjective data (patient’s self-reported information) and objective data (measurable observations) to identify the patient’s needs and potential problems. - Diagnosis⁚ Based on the assessment, identify the patient’s nursing diagnoses. These are clinical judgments about the patient’s health status, which serve as the foundation for the care plan. - Expected Outcomes⁚ Develop measurable and achievable goals for the patient, outlining the desired outcomes of the care plan. These goals should be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). - Interventions⁚ Outline the specific nursing interventions that will be implemented to address the patient’s needs and achieve the desired outcomes. These interventions should be evidence-based and tailored to the individual patient. - Rationale⁚ Provide a clear explanation for each intervention, justifying why it is being implemented and how it will contribute to achieving the expected outcomes. - Evaluation⁚ Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan, assessing whether the interventions are achieving the desired outcomes. Modify the care plan as needed based on the patient’s progress and changing needs. Remember, a well-written NCP is a dynamic document that should be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure it remains relevant to the patient’s evolving condition. Free Nursing Care Plan Templates The internet offers a treasure trove of free Nursing Care Plan (NCP) templates, providing valuable resources for students, nurses, and healthcare professionals. These templates streamline the process of creating comprehensive care plans, saving time and ensuring consistency. Here are some key advantages of utilizing free NCP templates⁚ - Easy to Use⁚ Templates provide a structured format, guiding you through the essential components of a care plan without requiring specialized knowledge or skills. - Comprehensive Coverage⁚ Free templates typically include all necessary sections, such as assessment, diagnosis, expected outcomes, interventions, rationale, and evaluation, ensuring a well-rounded plan. - Time-Saving⁚ Using a template eliminates the need to start from scratch, saving you valuable time and effort, especially in busy clinical settings. - Consistency⁚ Templates ensure a consistent format, promoting clarity and organization across multiple care plans. This consistency benefits both the nurse and the care team. Remember to choose templates from reputable sources and ensure they align with your specific needs and the latest evidence-based practices. Nursing Care Plan Examples Exploring real-world examples of Nursing Care Plans (NCPs) offers valuable insights into their structure, content, and application. These examples serve as practical guides for nurses and students, demonstrating how to translate theoretical knowledge into actionable care plans. Here are some key aspects of NCP examples⁚ - Specific Patient Scenarios⁚ Examples typically focus on specific patient conditions or diagnoses, allowing you to understand how NCPs are tailored to individual needs. - Detailed Assessment⁚ Examples demonstrate comprehensive assessments, highlighting subjective and objective data relevant to the patient’s situation. - Nursing Diagnoses⁚ Examples showcase the identification of nursing diagnoses based on assessment findings, providing clarity on the patient’s health challenges. - Measurable Goals⁚ Examples illustrate the setting of specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals, ensuring clear objectives for care. - Interventions and Rationales⁚ Examples detail the nursing interventions chosen to address the identified diagnoses, along with clear rationales justifying their selection. - Evaluation and Outcomes⁚ Examples demonstrate how to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and measure progress towards achieving goals. By studying these examples, you can gain a deeper understanding of the NCP process and its practical application in patient care. NCPs in Different Nursing Specialities Nursing Care Plans (NCPs) are essential tools across various nursing specialties, adapting to the unique needs and complexities of each field. While the core principles of NCPs remain consistent, their specific content and focus vary depending on the specialty. Here’s a glimpse into NCPs in different nursing specialities⁚ - Medical-Surgical Nursing⁚ NCPs in this field address a wide range of medical conditions and surgical procedures, encompassing assessments, diagnoses, interventions, and evaluations specific to the patient’s medical status. - Pediatric Nursing⁚ NCPs for children consider age-appropriate assessments, diagnoses, and interventions, addressing developmental milestones, growth, and unique pediatric needs. - Maternal-Newborn Nursing⁚ NCPs in this specialty focus on the care of mothers and newborns, encompassing prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, and neonatal care, with emphasis on maternal-fetal well-being. - Mental Health Nursing⁚ NCPs in mental health settings address psychological and emotional needs, utilizing therapeutic interventions, counseling, and support services tailored to mental health conditions. - Critical Care Nursing⁚ NCPs for critically ill patients are highly specialized, focusing on complex assessments, rapid interventions, and close monitoring to manage life-threatening conditions. - Community Health Nursing⁚ NCPs in community settings address health promotion, disease prevention, and health education, focusing on community-based interventions and health outreach programs. The adaptability of NCPs across diverse nursing specialities underscores their crucial role in providing individualized and evidence-based patient care. NCPs for Specific Conditions Nursing Care Plans (NCPs) are particularly valuable when addressing specific health conditions, providing a structured approach to care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. These plans are developed based on the patient’s diagnosis, symptoms, and overall health status, ensuring that interventions and goals are aligned with the specific condition. Here are examples of NCPs for specific conditions⁚ - Heart Failure⁚ NCPs for heart failure focus on managing symptoms, improving cardiac function, and preventing complications. These plans may include interventions such as medication administration, activity restriction, weight management, and education on self-care measures. - Diabetes Mellitus⁚ NCPs for diabetes address blood glucose control, managing complications, and promoting self-care. Interventions may include diet education, insulin administration, blood glucose monitoring, and regular physical activity. - Pneumonia⁚ NCPs for pneumonia focus on clearing respiratory secretions, managing fever, and preventing complications. Interventions may involve oxygen therapy, medication administration, chest physiotherapy, and encouraging hydration. - Cancer⁚ NCPs for cancer patients address pain management, symptom relief, and supportive care. Interventions may include medication administration, counseling, and education on coping mechanisms. - Stroke⁚ NCPs for stroke recovery focus on rehabilitation, preventing complications, and promoting independence. Interventions may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medication management. NCPs for specific conditions serve as essential guides for nurses, providing a framework for providing comprehensive, individualized care that addresses the unique challenges associated with each health condition. The Importance of NCPs in Patient Care Nursing Care Plans (NCPs) play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. These plans serve as a roadmap for nurses, outlining the patient’s needs, goals, and interventions. By creating a structured plan, nurses can effectively prioritize care, communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals, and ensure continuity of care. The benefits of using NCPs in patient care are multifaceted⁚ - Improved Patient Outcomes⁚ By providing a framework for individualized care, NCPs help nurses address specific patient needs, leading to better symptom management, improved health outcomes, and reduced hospital readmissions. - Enhanced Communication⁚ NCPs act as a central repository of information, facilitating seamless communication among nurses, doctors, and other healthcare team members. This shared understanding ensures consistent care delivery and prevents duplication of efforts. - Increased Efficiency⁚ NCPs streamline the care process, allowing nurses to prioritize tasks based on patient needs and allocate resources effectively. This efficiency translates to improved productivity and reduced burnout. - Empowered Patients⁚ NCPs promote patient engagement by outlining goals and interventions, allowing patients to actively participate in their care and make informed decisions. This collaborative approach leads to greater patient satisfaction and improved adherence to treatment plans. - Evidence-Based Practice⁚ NCPs often incorporate evidence-based guidelines and best practices, ensuring that care is delivered based on the latest research and clinical recommendations. In conclusion, NCPs are essential tools for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care. By promoting communication, efficiency, and patient engagement, NCPs contribute significantly to the overall well-being of patients. Tips for Creating Effective Nursing Care Plans Crafting a comprehensive and effective Nursing Care Plan (NCP) requires careful consideration and a systematic approach. Here are some essential tips to guide you in creating impactful plans⁚ - Start with a Thorough Assessment⁚ A detailed assessment is the foundation of a good NCP. Gather comprehensive information about the patient’s medical history, current condition, physical and mental status, social circumstances, and goals. This information will help identify the patient’s needs and prioritize care. - Prioritize Patient Needs⁚ Once you’ve gathered assessment data, prioritize the patient’s most pressing needs. This may involve identifying the most significant medical problems, but also addressing psychosocial concerns that may impact their care and recovery. - Set SMART Goals⁚ When establishing patient goals, ensure they are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. This framework helps ensure that goals are clear, trackable, and realistic, fostering successful outcomes. - Develop Evidence-Based Interventions⁚ Select interventions that are supported by current research and best practices. These interventions should be tailored to the patient’s needs and goals, addressing specific problems identified during the assessment. - Include Rationale for Interventions⁚ Document the rationale behind each intervention, explaining why you chose that specific approach. This documentation helps justify your decisions and ensures consistency in care delivery. - Collaborate with the Patient and Family⁚ Involve the patient and their family members in the care planning process. This collaborative approach promotes patient engagement, improves adherence to treatment plans, and fosters a sense of shared responsibility for care. - Regularly Evaluate and Revise⁚ Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the NCP and revise it as needed. Assess whether the goals are being met, if interventions are achieving desired outcomes, and if any changes in the patient’s condition warrant adjustments to the plan. By following these tips, you can develop effective NCPs that promote patient well-being, enhance communication, and optimize care delivery.

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So, your vet has told you that your dog or cat has arthritis. What now? Arthritis is a common diagnosis for humans and animal, but there tends to be confusion as to what arthritis is and what it means as it relates to pain and function. I am going to aim to answer some of these questions through this series of blogs and dive into some treatments physiotherapy can provide to help relieve pain related to osteoarthritis and improve mobility and function. There are several different types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage lining the end surfaces of bones within a joint starts to wear down. A joint is essentially where two bones come together. Cartilage is a tough, rubbery tissue that is softer than bone. It protects the ends of the bones within a joint and allows them to move smoothly against each other. When the cartilage wears, the surface where the bones glide past each other becomes rough and can cause pain. Over time, if left untreated osteoarthritis can affect the surrounding tissues and cause decreased range of motion, joint instability, and muscle weakness. Unfortunately, the extent of wear and tear on the cartilage cannot be reversed. However, there are ways to slow the process of degeneration and and things that can be done to improve pain and function. It is important to address osteoarthritis early. So what are the signs of osteoarthritis and when should you seek treatment for your pet? - reluctance to play or walk, or wanting to end walk times sooner - stiffness when rising after periods of activity followed by rest - appearing more tired than usual or less energetic - changes in behaviour - reluctance to jump out of vehicles or onto couches, etc. - pain with petting or touching - loss of muscle mass through the limbs or spine - ‘walking’ while squatting to defecate A good rule of thumb is, if you suspect your dog is showing signs of discomfort, he or she is in some pain and you should seek treatment. In next weeks blog on Osteoarthritis, I will begin to outline what treatment options are available for your pet. Until then, if you have any questions relating to osteoarthritis and your pet, or any other physiotherapy related questions, please contact us!

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What is Air Rage? Air rage is the way in which the passenger behaves extremely frustrated, acts irrationally and loses control during a flight. It’s a kind of behavior disorder. This psychological disorder is defined at the beginning of the 21st century, it is very rare in Turkey. This situation, which can be seen more in international flights, is called r air rage.. Air rage is a serious discomfort. Passengers who cannot control themselves are tried to be calmed down by the air personnel, and even where appropriate, the passenger can be taken to another compartment within the aircraft. Causes Air Rage? Although it is a new behavior disorder, the cause of air rage is attributed to physical and psychological stress. The source of physical stress is usually alcohol. Alcohol consumed before or during a flight can cause anger. The cause of this anger can also be psychological. According to the researches, class differences within the aircraft can also cause air rage. For example, a passenger traveling in the economy class may be caught up in air rage by developing a response to service and comfort in the business class. The first air rage problem occurred in the United States during the Havana-Miami flight in 1947. Although rarely seen in the world, the number of people experiencing this condition is increasing day by day. Situations such as air rage may appear before the passenger as a form of criminal offense after the flight is over. Therefore, passengers who feel that they have this condition should be aware of the need to keep their personal control levels high within the aircraft. What can be done against air rage? The major known cause of air rage is alcohol. You can deactivate a trigger by balancing alcohol intake before and during a flight or by not consuming any alcohol. When you start to feel anger, you can control your blood pressure by breathing deeply. Anger is related to blood pressure at some point. The more you calm down your body, the easier it will be to overcome the feeling of anger. You can use sedatives under the supervision of a specialist and approved by the doctor. If you have anger problems during the flight, you can control your anger. You can get support from the flight attendants during the flight. Cabin attendants will always be understanding towards you. Stay away from stressful situations. Take the stressful thoughts out of your mind when you travel and try to relax your mind. Try methods like meditation.

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You’ve probably seen the words LOW GI slapped on the odd cereal box or muesli bar. You may even know that GI stands for glycaemic index, and it has something to do with carbs… But if that’s as far as your knowledge goes and you’re wondering what GI actually is, or perhaps more importantly, if you should be paying attention to it, you’ve come to the right place. Presenting your GI 101 guide! Breaking down glycaemia All the stuff we eat and drink provides energy to the body in different forms: primarily as carbohydrates, fats or proteins. Carbs are the body’s go-to energy source, because they’re the easiest to break down into simple sugars, like glucose. These simple sugars are carried to each cell through the bloodstream, allowing them to go about their business of keeping you alive. The presence of glucose in your bloodstream is called glycaemia. You’ve probably heard it called by its more common term: blood sugar levels. These levels naturally increase and decrease as you eat and drink different things, and in a healthy body they’re regulated by a hormone called insulin, produced in the pancreas. The glycaemic index The glycemic index (GI) is a value out of 100 assigned to carbohydrate-containing foods, based on how quickly or slowly they cause increases in your blood sugar levels. Foods low on the GI scale (think grainy bread, oats, yogurt and lentils) tend to release glucose slowly and steadily, so they have less effect on blood sugar levels. Foods high on the GI scale (think white bread, white rice, processed cereals and soft drinks) release glucose much faster and can cause spikes in your blood sugar levels. Should I pay attention to GI? What does this actually mean for you and your health? First off, there is room for moderate to high GI foods in a healthy diet. But everybody (and every body)’s needs will slightly different based on their individual situation. Foods lower on the GI scale may help you feel fuller for longer by providing a slower, more gradual supply of energy from one meal to the next. Low-GI foods may also foster weight loss and help to reduce insulin levels and insulin resistance, as well keep blood sugar levels more stable in people living with diabetes (where the body can’t produce enough insulin to effectively regulate blood sugar levels. Foods higher on the GI scale are a boon for energy recovery after exercise. They can also offset hypoglycaemia – that is, insufficient blood sugar levels and often related to the treatment of diabetes – by proving a quick burst of energy. So, a marathon runner would probably need to include more high GI foods in his or her diet, while someone with diabetes would need to concentrate their efforts on low GI foods. One piece of the puzzle While the GI scale can be a useful guide in planning a diet and controlling blood sugar levels, it should be taken as one part of a larger puzzle. Considering the nutritional quality of your diet (that is, focussing on whole, unprocessed foods with lots of veggies), as well as your portion sizes, are just as important. But if you’re keen to incorporate more low GI into your diet, watch out for our next post where we reveal some surprising choices (hint, one of them may be monk fruit!).

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Data visualization is a powerful technique that turns complex data into a clear and concise format. It is the process of representing data in a visual format, such as a chart, graph, or infographic, to help people understand, analyze, and communicate insights more effectively. The importance of data visualization lies in its ability to provide actionable insights by transforming raw data into meaningful patterns and trends that can help businesses make better decisions, identify new opportunities, and drive growth. The Benefits of Data Visualization Tools Data visualization tools are software applications that enable businesses to turn data into visual representations. These tools are designed to help users generate charts, graphs, dashboards, and other visual aids that can help them understand and analyze data in a more effective and efficient manner. There are several benefits of using data visualization tools, including: Improved Clarity: Data visualization tools help to simplify complex data by presenting it in visual formats that are easier to understand and interpret. Efficient Analysis: With data visualization tools, users can analyze data quickly and efficiently, and make better decisions about what actions to take based on the insights they uncover. Real-Time Insights: Data visualization tools can provide real-time insights into how a business is performing, enabling users to make faster decisions and stay ahead of the competition. Increased Engagement: Data visualization tools can help users engage with data in a more interactive and engaging manner, which can lead to better understanding and retention of insights. Better Collaboration: Data visualization tools can improve the collaboration process by enabling teams to share and discuss insights more effectively, leading to better decision-making and more successful outcomes. The Top Data Visualization Tools There are several data visualization tools available in the market today, each with its own unique featuresand capabilities. The following are some of the most popular data visualization tools: Tableau: Tableau is a powerful data visualization tool that allows users to connect, visualize, and share data in a highly interactive and engaging way. It offers a variety of visualization options, including charts, graphs, and maps, and is known for its user-friendly interface and ease-of-use. Microsoft Power BI: Microsoft Power BI is a cloud-based data analytics and visualization tool that helps users to analyze large amounts of data and create insightful visualizations. It offers a variety of visualization options, including interactive dashboards, reports, and charts, and integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft products. QlikView: QlikView is a data discovery and visualization platform that enables users to create interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations. It offers a unique associative engine that enables users to explore data in a more intuitive and associative way, leading to faster insights and better decision-making. Domo: Domo is a cloud-based business intelligence platform that offers a variety of data visualization options, including dashboards, charts, and graphs. It is known for its user-friendly interface and real-time data insights, which can help businesses make faster and more informed decisions. Google Data Studio: Google Data Studio is a free data visualization tool that allows users to create custom reports and visualizations using data from a variety of sources, including Google Analytics, Google Ads, and other Google products. It offers a variety of visualization options, including charts, graphs, and maps, and integrates seamlessly with other Google products. Data visualization tools are essential for businesses that want to make better decisions, identify new opportunities, and drive growth. By transforming complex data into visual formats, these tools enable users to analyze data more efficiently, improve collaboration, and gain real-time insights into business performance. With the wide variety of data visualization tools available in the market today, businesses can find the right tool to meet their unique needs and requirements. Discover additional details about the topic by accessing this carefully selected external resource. Read this informative guide, dive even deeper into the subject and enhance your learning experience. Complete your reading with the related posts we’ve gathered to help you better understand the subject matter:

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Chapter 2: Class 6 Science Exam Tests Class 6 Science MCQs - Chapter 2 The Atoms molecules mixtures and compounds Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers PDF (atoms molecules mixtures and compounds MCQs PDF e-Book) download Ch. 2-5 to study Grade 6 Science Course. Learn Atoms Molecules Mixtures and Compounds Quiz Questions and Answers for homeschool certification courses. The Atoms Molecules Mixtures and Compounds MCQs App Download: Free learning app for mixtures separation, properties of nitrogen, the elements, compounds and properties test prep for online elementary school courses. The MCQ: Substance that is able to get dissolved in the solvent is said to be; "Atoms Molecules Mixtures and Compounds" App Download (Free) with answers: Solvent; Solute; Insoluble; Soluble; for homeschool certification courses. Solve Mixtures Separation MCQ Questions, download Google eBook (Free Sample) for online teaching certification programs. Substance that is able to get dissolved in the solvent is said to be Nitrogen acts as inert gas at Oxygen gas is a gas that possesses about half of the mass of A compound is a pure chemical substance made of two or more different chemical The mix of pigment in plants can be separated by the process of The App: Atoms Molecules Mixtures and Compounds MCQs App to learn Atoms Molecules Mixtures and Compounds Textbook, 6th Grade Science MCQ App, and 8th Grade Science MCQs App. The "Atoms Molecules Mixtures and Compounds" App to free download iOS & Android Apps includes complete analytics with interactive assessments. Download App Store & Play Store learning Apps & enjoy 100% functionality with subscriptions!

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Preparing it... :) Manga fonts embody the distinctive typography style found in Japanese comics and anime, characterized by their bold, expressive, and dynamic nature. These fonts capture the energy and emotion that are hallmarks of manga storytelling. The evolution of manga fonts is deeply rooted in Japanese comic artistry, where text isn't just for reading—it's an integral part of the visual storytelling. These fonts developed to convey everything from quiet dialogue to explosive sound effects, each with its own unique character. Modern manga fonts feature characteristics like bold strokes, dramatic angles, and varying weights that help convey tone and emotion. Some are designed to mimic hand-drawn lettering, while others offer a more polished, digital interpretation of the manga style. These fonts find widespread use in comic creation, fan art, graphic novels, and anime-inspired designs. Their versatility makes them popular choices for projects that aim to capture the distinctive aesthetic of Japanese popular culture. The technical design of manga fonts requires careful attention to maintaining readability while incorporating dramatic stylistic elements. Each font must balance artistic expression with legibility, ensuring that the text remains clear even when used for dynamic display purposes.

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Schizanthus also called butterfly flower, fringeflower, poor-man's-orchid, is a genus of plants in the Solanaceae (nightshade) family. They are annual or biennial herbaceous plants, with attractive flowers. The genus includes species native to Chile and Argentina, many species are adventitious in other parts of the world such as New Zealand and the United States. Annual or biennial, glandulous-pubescent herbaceous plants, with alternate, pinnatilobate or bipinnatisect leaves and attractive flowers, arranged at the end of stems. The flowers are zygomorphic and hermaphrodite. Plants in the Schizanthus genus are entomophilous, that is, they require that their pollen is transported from plant to plant by insects. The majority of Schizanthus species are pollinated by hymenoptera (bees, bumblebees and wasps). However, the species with white flowers (S. candidus, S. integrifolius and S. lacteus) are pollinated by moths, and Schizanthus grahamii is pollinated by hummingbirds. Schizanthus species are cultivated in the horticulture trade and widely available as an ornamental plant for gardens. The flowers are available in a wide range of colours and sizes, and are delicately spotted and blotched like the smaller butterflies. The blooms on a well-grown plant are produced in such profusion as to completely cover it. For the garden the dwarfed varieties should be chosen as the tall sorts grow rather slender and crooked. The leaves are attractive with soft green, deeply cut and fern like that are often covered with fine hair. This flower was used by Celia Sánchez in the Cuban Revolution to hide telegrams. A number of species are cultivated as ornamentals throughout the world, but perhaps the most used is Schizanthus × wisetonensis. Some cultivars of this species are "Angel Wings", "Disco", "Hit Parade", "Treasure Trove™ Lilac", "Treasure Trove™ Pure White", "Treasure Trove™ Pure Scarlet Shades" (the latter have been patented in the United States). This post is part of the Floral Friday Fotos meme.

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Anxiety often manifests itself in various ways, and many of our daily activities are actually rooted in underlying anxiety. Some actions we take to cope with stress and unease can be subtle and hard to identify. Here is a list of 15 seemingly ordinary activities that may stem from anxiety. - Rewatching the same TV shows Seeking comfort in familiarity, people with anxiety may find themselves continuously rewatching their favorite TV shows as a means of escape and predictability. - Cleaning obsessively Cleaning can provide a sense of control and accomplishment, helping alleviate anxiety by creating order in our immediate environment. Procrastination could indicate an avoidance strategy for individuals who experience anxiety surrounding specific tasks or decisions. - Excessive list-making Making excessive lists or constantly reorganizing them can be a way to manage feelings of overwhelm due to anxious thoughts. Nail-biting is a common nervous habit often related to anxiety or stress. - Over-eating or under-eating Anxiety can disrupt eating habits, leading some individuals to resort to emotional over-eating or losing appetite completely. - Difficulty making decisions People with anxiety may struggle to make even simple decisions, frequently second-guessing themselves and seeking reassurance from others. - Constantly seeking validation and reassurance To alleviate feelings of insecurity or self-doubt, individuals with anxiety may continuously seek validation or reassurance from friends, family, or social media platforms. - Pacing around the room Pacing can be an attempt to physically release built-up tension and nervous energy resulting from anxiety. - Excessive apologizing Anxious individuals might apologize excessively out of fear of judgment or disapproval, even for minor issues. - Late-night scrolling on social media A mind preoccupied with anxious thoughts may seek distractions through late-night social media scrolling, further disrupting sleeping patterns. Anxious people might plan every detail of their day or upcoming trips as a way to gain a sense of control over their environment and future experiences. - Excessively checking notifications The compulsion to constantly check phone notifications may be driven by an underlying fear of missing out or not meeting expectations. - Shopping as a coping mechanism Retail therapy, or shopping to cope with emotional stress, can provide short-term relief but may also indicate an avoidance behavior related to anxiety. - Over-analyzing social situations Anxiety can cause individuals to over-analyze past social interactions, replaying them in their minds and obsessing over perceived flaws. Recognizing these everyday activities as manifestations of anxiety is essential in understanding our emotions and behaviors better. Awareness is the first step towards seeking support or implementing strategies to help manage anxiety more effectively.

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Hormones are essential for regulating most major bodily processes It isn’t just age – there are answers for why you feel this way! Experiencing a hormone imbalance? Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone are always fluctuating. Aging, stress, and genetics can cause dramatic dips in these levels. Too much or too little of a particular hormone can cause a domino effect of symptoms. Some of the most common hormone-related conditions include sexual disfunction, mood swings, poor body temperature regulation, adult acne, hair loss, weight gain or trouble losing weight, and fatigue, among others. The easiest way to check your hormone levels is with a simple lab test. A blood sample is taken here at the clinic and the results are returned within a few days. We may not always have an answer for why hormone imbalances happen, but we do have answers for how to address and improve imbalances once they are identified. - Scientists have identified over 50 hormones in the human body and are still learning! - History of certain cancers does not necessarily preclude you from using hormone therapy! Under proper medical supervision BHRT is safe and even recommended. - Hormones delivered by pellet therapy bypass the liver, do not affect clotting factors, do not increase the risk of thrombosis, and avoid the fluctuations of hormone levels some patients may experience. - Low testosterone (low T) does not only effect men! Women can also experience “low T,” causing a myriad of symptoms such as difficulty losing weight, hair loss and trouble sleeping.

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In this quick guide, we will show you how to quickly and easily change to your home directory using the cd command on Linux. The home directory is an essential place for users on a Linux system. This is a place where a user typically has full file permissions. Additionally, outside of the superuser, the only user who should be able to access files in this directory is your own. If you have been using a Linux system and the terminal for any length of time, the one command you will already be super familiar with is the cd command. This command allows you to change between directories on your system. This same cd command is also the one you will use to swap to your home directory on Linux easily. There are three different shortcuts you can use with this command to return to your home, and they are all incredibly easy to remember. Before we get started, one thing to mention is that not all users have a home directory. Using the useradd command, you can create new users without a home. In those cases, the methods we have covered below will not work. Using the cd Command on Linux to Change to your Home Directory In this section, we will explore three different ways to use the cd command to change to your current user’s home directory. Each method is simple and easy to remember. a. On Linux, to change to your user’s home directory, you can use the cd command without any of its parameters. When used this way, the cd command will assume that you intended to change to your home. b. On Linux the tilde symbol (~ ) is used as a shortcut for your current user’s home directory. This means that if we use the cd command followed by the tilde symbol on our Linux system, we will be taken to our home directory. c. The final method we are showing you involves using an environment variable. This environment variable is called “HOME ” and is automatically populated with the home directory for the current user. This means that referencing this variable when using the cd command will take us to our home directory. In this case, you need only use “cd ” followed by “$HOME .” We use the dollar sign symbol ($ ) in front of “HOME ” so the terminal will interpret it as an environment variable rather than the word “HOME If you have reached this point in the tutorial, you should now know how to change to your home directory quickly and easily on Linux. Check out our more in-depth guide to learn more about the cd command. The cd command is crucial for navigating the terminal on a Linux system; luckily, it is a relatively well-thought-out tool with lots of shortcuts that make swapping between folders a breeze. Please feel free to comment below if you have had any issues using the cd command to change to your home directory on Linux. The three methods we have shown should work on almost any Linux system, but there are always some odd edge cases. If you found this quick guide helpful, we recommend exploring the other Linux guides we offer.

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According to regulations from the EU Commission, investments in nuclear energy and fossil gas are considered sustainable. These new EU taxonomies, which are intended to provide financial markets with guidance on climate and environmentally friendly investments, actually exclude conventional fossil power- and heat plants. However, the reinterpretation of natural gas as a transitional energy until 2035 allows the construction of new gas-fired power plants. As a limiting factor, an increasing share of low-emission gases have to be used, primarily green hydrogen. In the future, fuel cell power plants could serve as an alternative to such new H2ready gas power plants. High-temperature solid oxide fuel cells can not only use fossil methane-containing natural gas and/or hydrogen efficiently, but can also be used reversibly for electrolysis and thus provides flexibility to the power grid. This study uses energy system optimization to analyse the behaviour of both technologies, H2-ready gas turbines and fuel cell power plants. Across three scenarios, fuel cells are used to provide baseload and flexibility especially in periods of low wind and solar irradiation, whereas hydrogen gas turbines appear last in the order of operation. However, short-term flexibility is provided by battery storage, e.g. by using existing battery capacities from electric vehicles. As Germany has a lower potential for local hydrogen production in an international comparison, significant quantities of hydrogen will only be produced in Germany if import possibilities are strongly limited and technology costs decrease at the same time.

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There are a variety of metro trains and subway programs that function on automated know-how in the present day. Folks usually get confused with computerized and autonomous autos as the identical terminology, whereas there’s a main distinction that exists between the 2. Those which might be made to work by themselves in human presence and help with human-made algorithms are computerized autos, whereas these which might be self-governing and don’t require human help are autonomous autos. Autonomous autos, also referred to as self-driving automobiles, are primarily based on seen, 3D, gentle detection and ranging (LiDAR), night-vision cameras, and different photonics programs which might be exploding into the automotive area. These cameras, lenses, and photonics applied sciences utilized in autonomous autos are impressed by excessive precision asphere. Aspherical components utilized in autonomous autos eradicate monochromatic aberrations and enhance focusing and collimating accuracy. They exchange a a number of spherical ingredient meeting leading to light-weighted and compactly designed autos. What’s excessive precision asphere? Excessive precision asphere refers back to the lens used to eradicate spherical aberration. It serves varied capabilities such because the discount in size of optical devices, improved picture high quality, system miniaturization, and improved aberration correction. Autonomous automobiles have change into a risk because of the mixture of optical applied sciences that make the most of a number of lasers and cameras. Collectively, these applied sciences allow self-driving autos to navigate the highway sooner or later. Along with getting riders from level A to B, excessive precision asphere steerage programs for autonomous autos will help to scale back the speed of collisions, assist detect blind spots, and help with self-parking options. What makes aspheric lenses essential? Precision aspheric lenses cut back visible defects and produce clearer pictures, making them excellent for vehicle functions. Aspheric lenses produce clearer pictures by decreasing spherical aberration and focusing gentle to a single level which makes them excellent for prime precision requirement functions akin to sustaining the main target in creating pictures for autonomous automobiles. An aspheric lens can appropriate aberrations that might take a number of spherical lenses to appropriate. This functionality signifies that a single aspheric lens can exchange a sophisticated multi-lens system, resulting in smaller, lighter, extra environment friendly, and cheaper assemblies. How does a self-driving automotive work? Self-driving or autonomous autos is a story of technological evolution that’s nonetheless in course of. With regards to driving, accuracy is crucial and self-driving automobiles beat human drivers on this. Self-driving automobiles cut back human error in calculating the roadmap and distance with different autos and are in a position to transport human beings and logistics safely from level A to level B. Autonomous automobiles create and preserve a map of their environment primarily based on a wide range of aspherical sensors located in several elements of the car. Inbuilt excessive precision asphere radar sensor displays the place of close by autos, and a video digital camera detects site visitors lights, reads highway indicators, and in addition appears out for pedestrians as a way to hold a protected distance from them. Together with this, the LiDAR sensors are a excessive precision asphere that’s fitted in bounce pulses of sunshine off the automotive’s environment to measure distances, detect highway edges, and determine lane markings. After all of the sensory inputs, the dynamic software program then processes all this, which incorporates plotting the trail and sending the directions to the automotive operators, which possess management over acceleration, braking, and steering. The dynamic software program in autonomous autos with hard-coded guidelines, impediment avoidance algorithms, predictive modeling, and object recognition are required to comply with site visitors guidelines and beat navigation obstacles. Alongside this, let’s have a look at some extra intriguing and optimistic factors of self-driving automobiles. Advantages of Excessive Precision Asphere in Autonomous Autos With the comfort of limitless quality-of-life enhancements, decrease CO2 emissions, and improved walkability, autonomous autos have proved to be a gem for the long run. Furthermore, • It’s assumed to have 30% decrease site visitors congestion with the introduction of excessive precision asphere sensor-authenticated autonomous autos. • By way of car, gasoline, and infrastructure, transportation prices are to be diminished by 40%. • Self-driving automobiles are anticipated to offer a discount in gasoline financial system between 4% and 10%.• With the arrival of autonomous autos, aside from CO2, high-precision sensors in autonomous autos are supposed to scale back the dangerous environmental gaseous emission by 60%. Whereby folks battle to journey the ultimate mile between their house and the general public transport drop-off level, autonomous autos are additionally anticipated to resolve the ‘final mile drawback.’ With the elevated growth of sensors in autonomous autos, the expansion within the international excessive precision asphere market can also be anticipated to be pushed by the deployment of excessive precision asphere in cell phones and cars. In line with the BIS report, the worldwide excessive precision asphere market was valued at $2.40 billion in 2021 and is predicted to achieve $5.21 billion by 2031, rising at a CAGR of 8.1% between 2022 and 2031. To get a free pattern of the report, click on right here. As there’s a quick tempo of growth within the digital world, excessive precision aspherical autonomous autos convey an enormous inclination to a brighter future. With the development of autonomous autos, situations akin to foggy climate, heavy rains, beating site visitors, and highway casualties may be resolved simply. Autonomous autos have their very own advantages and penalties, however they’re right here to make an enormous change within the digital world for betterment. The important thing tendencies within the excessive precision asphere market have developed the rising demand for autonomous autos and elevated utilization of multi-sensor cameras. Together with the self-driving function, computerized security precaution and prevention programs are additionally a results of excessive precision asphere lenses. With increasingly corporations making an attempt to enter the excessive precision asphere market, there’s a want and competitors which may enhance the know-how and make excessive precision asphere primarily based autonomous autos certainly a greater one. to know extra in regards to the growing applied sciences in your trade vertical? Get the newest market research and insights from BIS Analysis. Join with us at [email protected] to be taught and perceive extra.

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Definitions and Examples of subjective, mental, psychological Learn when and how to use these words with these examples! Based on personal opinions, feelings, or beliefs rather than facts or evidence. Art is a subjective experience, and everyone has their own interpretation of it. Related to the mind or brain; involving intellectual or emotional processes. She had a mental breakdown after working long hours without rest. Related to the study of the mind and behavior; involving mental processes and emotions. The therapist used psychological techniques to help her overcome her anxiety. Key Differences: subjective vs mental vs psychological - 1Subjective refers to personal opinions or beliefs, while extramental refers to things outside the mind. - 2Mental refers to the mind or brain, while extramental refers to things outside the mind. - 3Psychological refers to the study of the mind and behavior, while extramental refers to things outside the mind. Effective Usage of subjective, mental, psychological - 1Academic Writing: Use these antonyms to express different concepts in academic papers. - 2Philosophy: Incorporate these antonyms in philosophical discussions about the nature of reality and perception. - 3Psychology: Utilize these antonyms in psychology-related contexts to differentiate between mental and external factors. The antonyms of extramental have distinct meanings related to the mind and perception. Use subjective to refer to personal opinions, mental to refer to the mind or brain, and psychological to refer to the study of the mind and behavior. These antonyms can be used in academic writing, philosophy, and psychology-related contexts.

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OR&R and Partners Test Oil Spill Technologies Off the Coast of Santa Barbara to Advance Emergency Spill Response AUGUST 12, 2024 — A team of OR&R scientists, data managers, and support staff gathered in Santa Barbara, California in collaboration with the Coastal Response Research Center (CRRC) at the University of New Hampshire, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), and private industry partners to advance technological capabilities for detecting and characterizing spilled oil and the impacts to aquatic wildlife. Known as the “Science on Disasters of Opportunity” project, the research aims to prepare OR&R and partners to better respond to and assess the impacts from an actual hazardous spill in the environment. Over the three-day project conducted in late July, the research team deployed MetOcean Stokes Drifters, a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), the Drifting Exposure and Effects Assessment Ring (DEEAR), equipment for traditional oil sampling, and uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as “drones,” in and over the natural oil seeps off the coast of Santa Barbara. The project goals were to help OR&R validate and operationalize tools and methods that enhance spill detection, tracking, and oil effects monitoring. To support this on-the-water testing, the CRRC coordinated the research and hired two fishing charters, the Fin Addict and Loose Cannon, to help complete the fieldwork. The USCG Cutter Blackfin also went underway with observers and Coast Guard UAS pilots to test their aerial overflight capabilities and support overall field testing missions. The primary research team, led by OR&R and the CRRC, split into two teams to simultaneously begin testing aboard each fishing charter. Team one deployed the MetOcean drifters—buoys designed to float and drift with surface oil slicks— and the Deep Trekker Remotely Operated Vehicle for Environmental Response (ROVER). The drifters, tracked remotely with GPS, can transmit data even with oil coating their surface. During an actual incident, NOAA modelers can track the drifters’ movement as it drifts with a spill and use this information to provide updated fate and trajectory models. Additionally, the ROVER was deployed underneath oil slicks to collect water samples and imagery to characterize the oil in the water. Team two deployed the DEEAR under surface oil slicks and in unoiled control areas for comparison, and focused on UAS mapping capabilities. The DEEAR is an in situ bioassay system designed to move with water currents and assess the toxicity of oil spills to aquatic organisms. The DEEAR unit has a ring of exposure chambers suspended inside which are loaded with early-stage fish or shrimp. Surrounding water is pumped through the device’s chambers as the system drifts with oil, mimicking how planktonic organisms move in the water and are exposed to oil beneath slicks. The unit also contains an array of water quality sensors, a fluorometer, and polyethylene passive sampling devices to characterize oil exposure. The DEEAR was retrieved the next day, organisms were counted, and live fish and shrimp were transferred to clean seawater for longer term evaluations of oil exposure and toxic effects. Data from the DEEAR help scientists understand how different concentrations of oil in water impacts aquatic invertebrates and fish. The team simultaneously flew an aerial drone to provide tracking and mapping of surface oil to help uncover what is happening beneath different types of oil slicks. The continued advancements of the DEEAR can help scientists to track biological and chemical data in real time during an oil spill. Back on shore, OR&R’s data management team and CRRC remote staff monitored deployed sensors and other technologies to ensure data was being collected, tracked, and displayed in-sync across platforms, including the Environmental Response Management Application (ERMA®) . This on-the-water research will help OR&R and its partners advance how information from multiple platforms is received, interpreted, and shared with spill responders and communities. Preparing new tools, technologies, and methods to be utilized during a future real-time oil spill event is essential to improving overall spill response and recovery efforts. Stay tuned for a future OR&R blog to learn about the results of this project.

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Oil being burned off of the marsh on the first of two days Lit with propane torches, the fire on the first day was dramatic, generating dense black smoke and burning for three hours, the result of burning the part of the marsh closest to the terminal, where the oil was thickest. Animals living in the marsh, ten years after an oil spill caused by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005 When Hurricanes Katrina and Rita caused oil to spill into this marsh in 2005, it was determined that the best way to remove the oil was to burn it. The marsh recovered quickly and ten years later, it is home to animals such as grazing cattle, feral pigs, alligators, fiddler crabs, as well as insects, snakes and birds. Touring the marsh, ten years after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita Ten years after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Chevron wildlife biologist and environmental engineer Jim Myers toured the marsh with NOAA's Vicki Loe. The storms caused oil to spill into the marsh which was subsequently burned to remove the oil. Jim Myers was there soon after the storms in 2005 and was part of the team that planned the burn. Ten years after the 2005 hurricanes that caused this marsh to become oiled, it is home to many species of birds. Top row images from left to right: Killdeer, Glossy Ibis, and Snowy Egret. Bottom row left image: Wilson's Snipe (top), Black-necked Stilt (center), Mottled Duck (bottom). Bottom row, middle and right images: Black-necked Stilt and Black-bellied Whistling-Duck.

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Safety Standards for Amusement Rides and Devices There are no mandatory national safety standards for U.S. amusement rides, but the amusement ride industry has developed an extensive suite of consensus safety standards through the ASTM F-24 committee. State and local rules, where they exist, may reference ASTM industry standards, government-drafted requirements, or a combination of both. The ASTM F-24 committee is responsible for standards related to amusement rides and devices. This includes waterslides, inflatables, go-karts, ziplines and challenge courses, trampoline courts, and a growing list of commercially-operated amusement experiences. ASTM standards for amusement rides are used globally as well, and there are a few other standards organizations that develop safety protocols for the European Union and other international jurisdictions.

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The history of mobile homes can be traced back to the early 20th century when the need for affordable and portable housing began to rise. Today, mobile homes are a popular form of housing for many people and the industry has evolved significantly over the years. The early history of mobile homes can be traced back to the 1920s and 1930s when people began experimenting with using railway cars as housing. These early mobile homes were often used by people who were traveling or working on the railroad and they were a way for people to have a place to live that was both affordable and portable. Back then, it wasn’t a widely accepted approach to affordable housing. Now it’s considered a prominent start in the evolution of mobile homes. However, it wasn’t until the 1940s and 1950s that the mobile home industry began to take off. The post-war boom led to a housing shortage, and many turned to mobile homes as an affordable option. The government also played a role in the mobile home industry’s growth by providing loans and subsidies to veterans and other low-income families to help them purchase mobile homes. During this time, mobile homes were often made of wood and were not very well-insulated. They were also not well-built; many people found them drafty and uncomfortable. Still, they were a popular form of housing as they were affordable and portable. A Shift From The Tracks In the 1960s and 1970s, the mobile home industry began to change. Manufacturers started to use new materials, such as aluminum and fiberglass to build mobile homes. These new materials made mobile homes more durable, energy-efficient, and comfortable. The industry also began to focus more on aesthetics and manufacturers started to design mobile homes that looked more like traditional houses. The 1970s also saw the introduction of the HUD Code, which set standards for the construction and safety of mobile homes. The HUD Code ensured that mobile homes were built to certain standards and that mobile homes were safe for people to live in. This was a major step forward for the mobile home industry, as it helped to improve the reputation of mobile homes and made them more appealing to buyers. In the 1980s and 1990s, the mobile home industry continued to evolve. Manufacturers began to use new technologies, such as computer-aided design and computer-controlled manufacturing, to build mobile homes. This led to mobile homes that were more energy-efficient and better built than ever before. The industry also began to focus on luxury mobile homes, which were designed to appeal to buyers who wanted more than just a basic home. In recent years, mobile homes have become even more advanced. They are now available with high-tech features like solar panels, energy-efficient appliances and smart home technology. The industry has also begun to focus on making homes more environmentally friendly, with many homes now being built with sustainable materials and green technologies. Despite the many mobile home advancements, some people still have a negative perception of these homes. Many people still view mobile homes as “trailers” and believe they’re poorly constructed and unsafe. However, these perceptions are often based on outdated information, and modern mobile homes are just as safe and well-built as traditional homes. Manufacturers continue to use new technologies to build mobile homes and focus on luxury mobile homes. Many people also live in mobile homes because they’re portable and can be moved to different locations. To Wrap It Up The mobile home industry has come a long way since the early days of railway cars being used as housing. Today, mobile homes are a popular form of housing that is both affordable and comfortable to live in. The industry has evolved significantly over the years and it continues to evolve today. The future looks bright for mobile homes, and we’ll likely continue to see new and exciting developments in the industry in the years to come.

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If you are a history buff and in search of some cultural adventure, then the Lost City Museum in Nevada should be on your list. This prehistoric site will take you back in history and allow you to get to know Sin City’s first residents from AD 200 to AD 1200. What can you learn when you visit the Lost City Museum? Let’s help you explore a slew of historic architecture and culture that bridges the past and the present culture of Nevada. About Lost City Museum Originally referred to as the Boulder Dam Park Museum, the Lost City Museum was founded in 1935 through the efforts of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Afterward, the creation of the museum was turned over to the National Park Service, which manages artifacts uncovered from different archeological sites that were previously flooded following the formation of the Lake Mead. Before the completion of the Boulder Dam, Governor James Scrugham asked notable archeologist M.R. Harrington who worked with the Museum of the American Indian, to excavate the site and recover essential artifacts. The excavations lasted for 14 years, and it was during these heightened activities that the local press dubbed the area as the “Lost City.” Today, that parcel of land is turned over to the Nevada state and is now known as the Lost City Museum. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum now boasts of three exhibition galleries, a library, a theatre, and a souvenir shop. It also has outdoor exhibits that would help you reimagine the life of the area’s first inhabitants. What To See in Lost City Museum When exploring the Lost City that used to be the homes of Native Americans, makes sure to take the time to appreciate the handmade pots, intricate jewelry, and elaborate basketry. Guests should not miss the Pueblo cluster. These clusters of the home occupy the very foundations of the quarried archeological site. It would surely give you a vantage point of how Nevada’s Ancestral Puebloans lived their life around 300 BC. Note that the museum itself has preserved the same structure and architecture that were first built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Other things that you can see while you are here are the reconstructed pit house, petroglyphs, gardens, centuries-old farming equipment. What To Do in Lost City Museum Explore the Southern Nevada: Landscapes of Change This gallery showcases several displays. It shows the chronological transition of Southern Nevada’s climate, technology, plants and animals, and even its residents. Appreciate the Joseph F. and Kathryn A. Perkins Collection Among those that you shouldn’t miss when you visit the Lost City Museum is the impressive collection of historical and contemporary Native American pottery and basketry. Some of the collections here originated from the Nevada State Historical Society, as requested by the donors. Experience the Fey Perking Gallery This gallery is the biggest of all the exhibition halls, as its main centerpiece is the very archeological site that was initially dug back in the 1930s. Note that the exhibition transitions in reverse. The idea is to show that as the excavation proceeds, it takes you back in time. In the past when the Lost City was still full of life. Accept the Challenge at the Uncovering the Past: Archeology of Lost City After exploring the Perkins Gallery, head on to the Uncovering the Past: Archeology of Lost City. Make sure to see the display cases from left to right, so it would be easier to understand how the Lost City revealed itself to its discoverers. From time to time, this gallery displays several “What Is It” case. It aims to test visitors if they can determine and pinpoint puzzling and hard-to-find objects. Know Before You Go - The Lost City Museum is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - They don’t have operations every Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. - Admission is free for museum members and children 18 years old and below. Adults and seniors pay $5. If you would like to become a museum member, click here. - For more information about their events and feature exhibits, you can check out their site: https://www.lostcitymuseum.org.

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Life is hard in the Indonesian rainforest – compared to Africa and South America, there is very little to be found to eat (except in specific areas. As a result, orangutans become solitary, with the only time they are seen together is a mother with young, or a courting couple. Another problem, is demonstrated here – there is so little food to be had, that every food opportunity has to be realized. This has meant that orangutans have become the best climbers (followed by Chimpanzee and then Gorilla), as where ever the food is, it needs to be accessed. It is true, that with tools, humans can become even better climbers (as can be seen from the image), which is taken from further up the tree than the orangutans have even climbed. Kahuzi-Biega National Park was established in 1937 by the Belgium colonial rulers and then expanded in 1975. It now covers 6000 square km or 2300 square miles. Roughly 13000 Batwa were cleared out of the area to make way for the park (along with other people who had settled more recently). Whether you are looking at the Amazon, Congo or the rainforests of South-east Asia, a study has shown that just 2% of species account for 50% of trees in all systems. In numbers, this means, that of the roughly 800 billion trees on earth, roughly half come from around 1000 species, while the other half are made up of a further 46,000 different species. While this could have many negatives, it suggests that accurately modelling may well be easier, as the forests would likely survive if just these 1000 trees were to live (this is not to say that we do not care, the 46,000 trees that might be lost, would likely cause many other extinctions, and who is to say that these trees, do not hide medication that would one day be useful to humanity? Humans are not the only species of primate which can get ill or die as a result of malaria – an illness carried by mosquitos. The problem is, that while humans have developed ways to fight the infection, and many humans live far from where they could get bitten, the Chimpanzees gorillas orangutans and Bonobos all live in hot humid rainforests which are perfect breeding places. Bonobos live the other side of the Congo river to chimpanzees, and while a relatively recent species to appear, they are very different to chimpanzees – make love not war, the hippy priimate. This becomes a greater problem when humans have already reduced these species populations so dramatically. One bonobo population was found to have developed an immunity to the illness, but unfortunately this has not been discovered anywhere else. Should bonobos have got this condition naturally, it would have been fine – while it may have killed a small percentage, overall they would have been fine. Unfortunately, we have pushed them so close to extinction, that in many areas they cannot afford these extra deaths from malaria. Up until recently, while infection had been noted in other great ape species, bonobos had not been found to suffer from the condition, but now we know better. The issue is that, with humans having reduced populations through direct hunting and deforestation, the loss of any individual can have a far greater impact on the local population. More people going to see this species in the wild would help save them, as it will give them value to the local population. We hope to add links that you can use to arrange your wild travel as soon as possible.

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Can Mindfulness Help with Anxiety? Explore how mindfulness can help soften feelings of anxiousness, reduce stress, and calm a panic attack. If you suffer from anxiety, you might be wondering, “Can mindfulness help me with my anxiety?” Mindfulness can help you become more aware of your current state and learn to identify emotions and sensations. When you are aware of these, you can acknowledge them and let them go. It can also help you recognize unwholesome states of mind and disengage from them. Meditation is a great tool for combating anxiety. In addition to calming the mind, it helps people stay focused on the present moment. It also reduces the effects of anger. Less anger means less anxiety. Meditation techniques include deep breathing, relaxing the muscles, and peaceful imagery. Even short periods of meditation can help. When you are meditating, you can focus on your breathing, the sounds around you, or another activity. Anxiety is most likely to show up at some point during the process, so try to resist it and return your attention to the present moment. Once you have noticed your thoughts, notice how they affect your body and what they are doing. If you have a busy schedule, try to schedule time in your day to practice meditation. This way, it will become a habit. You may find that you have more clarity and are better at problem solving. One of the ways to practice mindfulness is to explore your feelings of anxiety. You can visualize the anxiety you are feeling and explore the details of it. Alternatively, you can explore how you feel as if you were not experiencing it at all. While imagining anxiety, you can relax your body and mind. Whether you are sitting on a chair or on the floor, try to remain calm and aware. Throughout the process, it’s important to notice the details and sensations surrounding you. One study from the University of Waterloo shows that a simple 10 minute meditation session can dramatically reduce the amount of time you spend in ruminative thought patterns. The study involved 82 participants who were experiencing regular disruptions as they worked on a computer task. They were split into two groups, one of which listened to a guided meditation, and the other listened to an audio book. After the 10 minutes, the participants were sent back to the task. Practicing mindfulness has been shown to reduce anxiety symptoms and even reduce some of the physical symptoms of the disorder. It helps people recognize when they are experiencing anxiety and helps them develop self-compassion. It also helps people view life more objectively, reducing the tendency to react to difficult situations. Observation can help people learn new ways of responding to different situations. This can help people develop new strategies for coping with their anxiety. It also allows people to understand the details of the anxiety that they feel. This can be particularly helpful for those who experience social anxiety. The next time you feel a surge of anxiety, try observing the details of how you feel. Once you’ve started observing yourself, you should take a moment to recall an event that has caused you anxiety in the past. Try to think about how you felt at that time, and consciously invoke that feeling in the present moment. You may even be able to feel the anxiety that has accumulated in your body. You can also try observing the behavior of others. If they are not anxious, try to notice their movements and observe how they change. You’ll find that the behavior becomes less intense. Focusing on breathing Studies have shown that focusing on breathing has a powerful calming effect on the body. Focusing on breathing triggers changes in the brain that promote relaxation and reduce anxiety. It also triggers a parasympathetic response that reduces stress. It has a variety of other beneficial effects, including increasing confidence and mindfulness. One study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that a slow breathing technique can reduce anxiety. People who used this technique before receiving an electric shock reported a decrease in their feelings of fear. In addition, they showed less anxiety in their physical states as measured by sweat production and blood flow to their fingers. There are many breathing exercises that can help people reduce anxiety. One of these is yoga breathing, which emphasizes deliberate, mindful breathing. This method is useful for individuals who struggle with anxiety because it allows them to better control their body’s response to anxiety. One of the easiest ways to reduce anxiety is by reducing the number of thoughts you have at any given time. When we are anxious, our thoughts tend to focus on what will happen in the future. In order to combat this, psychologist Tamar Chansky, author of Freeing Yourself from Anxiety, suggests that you focus on the present instead. Instead of worrying about what might happen in the future, consider what needs to happen right now, and then revisit the situation later when you are calmer. Another technique for reducing anxiety is to write down all the thoughts that cause you anxiety. Try writing down what you’re experiencing now, and what you worry about in the future. This can help you become more aware of your fears and help you change your circumstances. It also helps you explore different options, which can reduce your anxiety. Keeping busy is another great way to reduce anxiety. Doing something you enjoy, like cleaning your house or doing the dishes, can help you take your mind off of your anxious thoughts. It also allows you to be more productive. Effects of mindfulness on the amygdala Meditation may help to improve the brain’s response to anxiety. The amygdala is an almond-shaped group of nuclei that is located in the temporal lobes. Studies show that excessive activity in this part of the brain can ensure a lifetime of worry. Mindfulness meditation may help to upgrade the amygdala. In addition to reducing stress signals, mindfulness meditation also reduces electrical activity in the fear center. One study found that participants who practiced mindfulness meditation had reduced right amygdala activity when viewing pictures of positive and negative people. This finding fits well with the abundant literature on the amygdala. This region is unique in its role in processing negative emotions. Mindfulness meditation also increased gray matter density in the hippocampus, a part of the brain responsible for memory. Researchers Britta Holzel and Sara Lazar also found that mindfulness meditation increased the activity in the prefrontal cortex, which is involved in top-down stress regulation. In addition, the brain activity in the amygdala was reduced, which suggests that the meditation technique is able to reduce the amygdala’s connectivity with other areas of the brain. Effects of mindfulness on the body Studies have shown that practicing mindfulness can help people deal with excessive worries. Mindfulness requires individuals to be aware of their thoughts, emotions, actions, and bodily sensations. It is crucial not to judge these feelings, but instead to name them and shift your attention to the present moment. Mindfulness also can help those who are chronically ill deal with stress and disease. For example, a recent study showed that people who practiced mindfulness had lower levels of inflammatory markers, such as C-reactive protein. It also improved the immune system in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. A study from Michigan State University found that mindfulness reduced anxiety in people who were suffering from psychosis. The study was conducted in a psychiatrist’s office, and twenty participants completed a questionnaire and performed a three-minute mindfulness exercise. Mindfulness was found to be more effective than traditional treatment and significantly reduced the number of patients who reported having suicidal thoughts. Finding a mindfulness teacher Finding a mindfulness teacher can help you learn how to deal with anxiety and stress. Practicing mindfulness is an easy way to stay grounded and avoid worrying about the future. One simple way to do this is to focus on the present moment by using your senses. This can be as simple as taking a deep breath or concentrating on something nearby. You can practice mindfulness in the comfort of your own home or even teach it to your students. Practicing mindfulness can help teachers become more compassionate and patient with their students. It can help them recognize their own feelings of frustration or anger and express them in healthy ways. The benefits of mindfulness are numerous and it has been found to be an effective intervention for people dealing with mental health issues. Our Top FAQ's Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while accepting and acknowledging one’s thoughts and feelings without judgment. Research has shown that mindfulness can help with anxiety by reducing rumination (i.e., repetitive and negative thinking), increasing self-awareness, and improving emotional regulation. Practicing mindfulness can also help individuals to become more resilient to stress, which can in turn reduce anxiety. There are many different mindfulness practices that can be helpful for managing anxiety. Some common ones include: Sitting meditation: This involves focusing on one’s breath, a mantra, or an object, and returning to this focus whenever the mind wanders. Body scan: This involves lying down and focusing on different parts of the body, noticing any sensations or tension without trying to change them. Loving-kindness meditation: This involves silently repeating phrases of goodwill and sending positive energy to oneself and others. Walking meditation: This involves paying attention to each step and the sensation of the feet touching the ground. Mindfulness can be a useful standalone treatment for anxiety, but it is often most effective when used in combination with other therapies or medications. Some common treatments for anxiety that may be used in combination with mindfulness include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), medication, and relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation. To get started with mindfulness practice for anxiety, it can be helpful to: - Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down - Set a timer for 5-10 minutes to begin with - Focus on the breath or another object of attention (e.g., a mantra or a candle flame) - When the mind wanders, gently redirect the focus back to the breath or object of attention It can also be helpful to find a mindfulness app or online course, or to attend a mindfulness class or workshop. For most people, mindfulness is a safe and effective way to reduce anxiety. However, as with any mental health treatment, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional if you have concerns about your anxiety or if you are considering using mindfulness as a treatment. In rare cases, mindfulness practices may cause an increase in anxiety or other negative emotions, or may trigger past trauma. In these cases, it is important to seek support from a qualified healthcare professional.

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What are some strategies for managing mental health in people with disabilities? We will cover topics such as exercise, diet, social connections, therapy, medication, and more, providing practical advice and tips for incorporating these strategies into daily life. It is important for people with disabilities to place a priority on their mental health in order to lead lives that are fulfilling and satisfying. Because mental health is an essential component of overall wellbeing, it is important for people with disabilities to place a priority on their mental health. On the other hand, people with disabilities may experience difficulties that are not shared by the general population when it comes to maintaining their mental health. In this post, we will discuss several approaches that can be taken to manage the mental health of those who have a disability. Get an understanding of the intersection between mental illness and physical impairment. Understanding the relationship between a person’s handicap and their mental health is the first thing that has to be done in order to effectively manage their mental health. Individuals who have impairments may be at an elevated risk for mental health troubles as a result of a range of causes, including social isolation, prejudice, and physical health problems. Those who have specific types of disabilities, such as intellectual or developmental disabilities, may have a higher prevalence of mental health difficulties than the general population. [Citation needed] It is important to recognize that issues with mental health can affect anyone, regardless of ability, and that people with disabilities have the right to access high-quality mental health services that are tailored to their needs. It is also important to recognize that mental health concerns can affect anyone. People who have disabilities can benefit from our increased awareness of the intersection of disability and mental health, which enables us to provide better assistance to them in the management of their mental health difficulties. Establish a System of Mutual Assistance. The establishment of a network of support is one of the most important strategies for the management of mental health in individuals with disabilities. Isolation from their peers, anxiety about their physical health, and discrimination are all examples of factors that can have a negative influence on a person’s mental health that they may confront as a result of their disability. Having a support network can be beneficial for providing emotional support, practical aid, and social connections, all of which can improve mental health and overall wellbeing. Friends, family members, medical professionals, mental health experts, and members of support organizations are all potential components of a support network. It is essential to put together a varied support system that includes people who can offer a variety of points of view and forms of assistance. Learn to Recognize Your Triggers and Adaptive Techniques One other critical step in managing the mental health of persons with disabilities is to identify the triggers that bring on their symptoms and the coping mechanisms they use. In the context of mental health, a trigger is a circumstance or event that has the potential to initiate or intensify a mental health condition such as anxiety or depression. Techniques or activities that can assist with the management of symptoms and improvement of mental health are referred to as coping strategies. It’s possible that people with disabilities have triggers and coping mechanisms that are unique to their impairment or individual experience. It is crucial to work with a healthcare provider or a mental health expert to identify triggers and build coping methods that are specific to the individual’s needs and abilities in order to get the best possible outcomes. When it comes to the management of mental health in people with disabilities, self-care is an essential component. The term “self-care” refers to any actions or routines that are undertaken to improve one’s mental, emotional, and physical health. Exercising, meditating, spending time in nature, and partaking in hobbies or activities that offer joy and fulfillment are all examples of healthy practices that can be considered forms of self-care. Individuals who have impairments could have trouble participating in certain sorts of self-care activities because of obstacles such as physical restrictions or a lack of facilities that are accessible to them. On the other hand, there are a great number of self-care activities that can be modified to accommodate the requirements and capabilities of persons who have disabilities. When it comes to taking care of one’s mental health, making self-care a regular priority is an essential component. Advocate for Programs that are Easily Available for Mental Health One other crucial method for managing the mental health of individuals with disabilities is to advocate for services in the field of mental health that are accessible. Access to mental health services can be challenging for people with disabilities due to a number of factors, including a dearth of institutions that are handicapped-accessible, difficulty in obtaining transportation, and issues with communication. It is essential to push for mental health services that are not only available to persons with disabilities but also include them in their provision. One of the ways to advocate for accessible mental health services is to work with healthcare providers and mental health professionals to ensure that facilities and services are physically accessible and that communication needs are met. Another way to advocate for accessible mental health services is to write letters and make phone calls. Moreover, lobbying for policies and funding that promote accessible mental health services can help to establish a system of treatment that is more inclusive and supportive for individuals with disabilities. This can be accomplished through the use of the phrase “accessible mental health services.” A holistic approach that takes into account the one-of-a-kind requirements and obstacles faced by this population is required in order to effectively manage the mental health of people who have disabilities. Developing a support network, recognizing triggers and developing coping techniques, placing a priority on self-care, and lobbying for accessible mental health services are all critical methods for enhancing mental health and general wellness among persons who have impairments. It is essential to keep in mind that problems with mental health can impact anyone, regardless of ability, and that reaching out for assistance is a sign of resilience. It is imperative that you seek the assistance of a mental health expert or a healthcare practitioner if you, or someone you know, are having problems related to their mental health. By collaborative efforts, we can improve the physical and emotional health of persons with disabilities, as well as create a society that is more welcoming and accepting of people of all abilities.

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There are plenty of misinterpreting regarding the stipulation of solenoid vacuum valves in the vacuum cleaner apps. In this post, the requirements for solenoid valves are cleared up. For this purpose, firstly the standard concepts and interpretations of pressure are clarified. Pressure is defined as the force used perpendicular to the surface of an object each area over which that force is distributed. The SI unit utilized for pressure is the pascal, and it equals one newton per square meter. The standard atmospheric pressure called one atmosphere at sea level, specified as 101.325 kPa, makes pascals a little cumbersome device to deal with. In hydraulic applications, it is extra common to use the metric device, which is equal to 100 kPa, about 10 loads per square meter, or the imperial unit called pounds per square inch, around 690 kg per square meter. The perfect vacuum cleaner is specified as a room void of all matter, as well as by definition the absolute pressure of the best vacuum is absolutely no; however, the best vacuum is technically unattainable in practice. There are a number of recommendations to which pressure is determined, and these are: Outright pressure, determined relative to a perfect vacuum cleaner. Scale pressure, measured relative to the atmospheric surrounding ambient atmospheric pressure, is sometimes expressed in barg. Differential pressure, determined between 2 points in a system. Vacuum cleaner pressure gauged relative to air pressure. Solenoid shutoffs for vacuum cleaner apps When selecting the proper valve for the vacuum application, a number of aspects must be considered, such as: - circuit function, 2-way, 3-way, as well as so on - style principle or direct, semi-direct - the flow rate or KV-value - pressure differential throughout the valve in all situations - feedback time - leak rate As an instance, automated pick, as well as area makers utilized in the electronics industry do not require big circulation prices; however, do call for a high, consistent vacuum cleaner in order to pick up elements accurately, and a quick feedback time of the valve in order to accomplish high speeds. A suction control application for a vacuum chamber does not normally require a fast reaction time, yet might need a high flow rate in order to allow the chamber to be brought to a vacuum cleaner quickly. Not all solenoid valve types can be utilized in vacuum cleaner applications, although it is a misunderstanding that not a single of the typical solenoid valves are appropriate and that specially made vacuum valves are able to be utilized. Universal direct-acting/semi-direct acting valves of the solenoid is normally greatly suited for vacuum apps because they do not need a minimum stress differential. Indirect type solenoid valves require a large sufficient stress differential in between the inlet as well as the electrical outlet port to function, which makes them not suitable for vacuum cleaner applications.

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E-learning is a way to learn online. Through it, global organizations can provide the same training for all their employees worldwide or be very specific training for an employee. Education companies can also have their online platforms for courses, and some of the most renowned teaching centers have already adopted this technology for part of their classes. Thus, through the expansion of this system, educational organizations can reach a greater number of people around the globe. The main objective of e-Learning is very simple: it is possible to teach a person who is anywhere in the world in a clear, objective, technological way and most cases, in a more attractive way – with greater engagement. Benefits And Advantages Of E-Learning Organizations and companies that seek to be prepared for contemporary challenges strive for the development of high-performance teams. In this way, each employee’s personal and professional skills can be added to those of the others, thus promoting a corporate environment focused on generating value and improving results. More than ever, distance learning, through digital means, appears as a way to face some of these challenges. First of all, it is worth mentioning that there are different types of training for different moments and difficulties of the organization. In this context, e-learning is an excellent option for team development. In addition to promoting professionals’ learning through the internet, it offers important advantages for the company, which now knows a way to face the different situations of everyday life. Among the many transformations of the modern world, e-learning is yet another novelty of technological evolution. Indeed, you must have heard of e-learning. But, in this text, we will present the main advantages of investing in this type of training and how to use it in practice. Come on? How Can Companies Offer These Courses? To be an alignment between what the organization wants to offer and what the educational institution can offer, there must be communication between the two parties. A partnership must be created to ensure the alignment of the form of training used to the new form of LMS training that will generate much more benefits for your organization. What Are The Benefits? By offering distance courses, companies can save money on training trips and provide quality courses everywhere they operate, that is, in a distributed manner. Unlike in-person courses, where it is possible to deviate from the subject and lose focus, this does not occur in online courses, as time is better spent and classes are more engaged. Through distance learning platforms, knowledge management is facilitated, but it is also possible to monitor each student’s progress individually. In this way, technical skills are developed, and the workforce is qualified. All sectors can benefit from it, from education to manufacturing. Through distance learning, more people can be trained for their functions and master the content for which it was previously necessary to attend face-to-face courses exclusively. You can click here to learn more about eLearning Sales Training Best Practices.

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When you travel through the Similkameen Valley, you’re traversing territory that has been home to First Nations for millennia. The Similkameen Valley is the ancestral, traditional and unceded territory of the Syilx Nation, and is home to the Upper Similkameen Indian Band—the Similamix People—and the Lower Similkameen Indian Band—the Smelqmix People. They have a rich history… and much to share with visitors. Popular with visitors for its beautiful weather, winding rivers, lakes and abundant orchards and vineyards, you’ll find a treasure trove of history in the Similkameen Valley as well. 3 Ways to Visit the Past, Present and Future For thousands of years, the Similamix and Smelqmix peoples have called the Similkameen Valley home. Here are three ways you can experience their history and heritage… and a glimpse into their future. 1. Red Ochre Bluffs Legend has it that the Red Ochre Bluffs result from a dispute between a chipmunk and a sasquatch. The chipmunk was constantly taunting the sasquatch, and one day the sasquatch lashed out, injuring the chipmunk. He felt remorse and wanted to help the chipmunk, but the small creature kept running away from him. As the sasquatch chased the chipmunk through the mountains, a trail of red was left behind. And thus, the rocks were stained red… and the chipmunk got its stripes. Red ochre was a vital ink for the Similamix. When mixed with water or bear fat, it created one of the continent’s most vibrant series of pictographs. Pictographs that visitors can still see today on the Similkameen Spirit Trail. Note: Some sections of the Kettle Valley Rail Trail are closed near the Princeton area due to flooding damage in 2021. Contact the Princeton Visitor Centre for the latest information and, when you are there experience the Virtual Reality Room where you can kayak the Similkameen River and view the Red Ochre Bluffs. 2. Snaza’ist Discovery Centre During the Gold Rush, European settlers bombarded many First Nations settlements as they sought a fortune in the mineral-rich lands of British Columbia and the Yukon. But in Hedley, also known as Snaza’ist sna-za-ee-st—meaning “striped rock place”—the First Nations welcomed and guided new settlers. There’s a rich history of cooperation that knitted these two cultures together. The Snaza’ist Discovery Centre showcases Similamix customs and heritage and offers a glimpse into how the Similamix are striving to preserve their traditions. Hedley is also home to one of the most ambitious, and dangerous, mining operations. A renowned feat of engineering, the Mascot Mine is a testament to the pioneer spirit that defined this region. 3. Pow Wow of Champions The Lower Similkameen Indian Band—the Smelqmix People—host the annual Pow Wow of Champions. Their ancestral territory crosses the border into Washington State, and the pow-wows include participants from the entire region. Held at the Ashnola Campground in Keremeos, the Pow Wow of Champions is open to the public. The Smelqmix People encourage visitors to participate in long-held traditions, as well as to observe, learn and embrace the heritage of the region’s first inhabitants. The Pow Wow is a celebration of music, dancing, and kinship, and is an event you won’t want to miss. First Nations History is Our History The history of the First Nations in British Columbia is intertwined with the journey of every settler who came to this beautiful region. While the relationship between those already here and those who arrived has been fraught with challenges, friendships have been forged in the Similkameen Valley. The members of the Upper and Lower Similkameen Valley Indian Bands are ready to welcome visitors who are curious about the past, eager to learn about the present, and look to a future in which both cultures are can thrive. If you’d like to learn more about the role the First Nations have played in the story of British Columbia, be sure to visit the Similkameen Valley. You can take a tour of the Similkameen Spirit Trail, spend time in the Hedley Museum and the Snaza’ist Discovery Centre, or attend a Pow Wow and immerse yourself in the culture and heritage of the region’s first inhabitants. Are you planning a trip through the Similkameen Valley? Contact us, and we’ll get you started. We’d love to welcome you!

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Our previous article illuminated how money has a time value, i.e., money in your pocket today is worth more than the same amount to be collected in the future. The time value of money is expressed as interest, the extra amount a borrower pays, or lender receives above the repayment of the original amount. When you take a convenient loan from Specialty Lending Group, you pay a modest interest amount each month until you repay the loan. This is a sensible business arrangement if your project will net you more money than you spend – after all, why would you borrow money for a real estate project if you expected to lose money on the deal? Two methods that professionals use to evaluate the potential return on a project is the net present value and internal rate of return. Both depend on the time value of money to discount future cash flows, such as the lump sum you’ll receive on a fix-and-flip, or the rents you’ll collect on a fix-and- lease. Let’s see how this works. Net Present Value (NPV) If we stipulate that a dollar received today is worth more than a dollar you’ll receive in a, say, a month, that must mean that the future cash flow is worth less than $1.00. That difference is expressed as a discount factor, which is just an interest rate — in this case, the rate that would express all cash flows as if they occurred on the first day of the project. The discount factor reduces the value of future cash flows as an exponential function of time – the later the flow, the less its value. You can use the Excel function NPV to calculate net present value. If you end up with a negative number, then the project is a money loser. In a fix-and-flip project, you typically have an initial series of outflows, culminating with a large inflow at the end representing the net proceeds from the closing. In a fix-and-lease project, you assume a perpetual series of cash inflows once you start leasing out the property. If you plan to collect rent for five years and then sell the property, you would have 60 cash inflows, followed by a single inflow representing the sale of the property. Internal Rate of Return (IRR) The IRR function lets you find a rate of return (the “annualized effective compounded return rate”) that will exactly equate cash inflows and outflows. All things being equal, the higher the IRR, the better the project. IRR is useful when you are considering two or more mutually exclusive projects. All things being equal, the one with the highest IRR is the winner, although considerations other than return might sway the ultimate decision. You can calculate IRR use the Excel function of the same name. With both NPV and IRR, the higher positive value wins, but many folks feel that IRR is more intuitive. While this is debatable, what’s not debatable is the importance of accurately estimating future cash flows. The old saying “garbage in, garbage out” applies here, so it often pays to run best, worst and most-likely scenarios to get a better feel for the risks and rewards of each alternative.

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Gambling is an activity in which people bet on the outcome of games of chance. The stake is usually money, but can be anything of value. The word “gamble” comes from the verb “gamble,” which means to bet. People who gamble place bets on the outcomes of different games, from sports betting to lotteries. Many people use gambling as a way to relax, socialize, and to relieve stress. They also get a feeling of euphoria from playing the game. It can even make them dream about winning the jackpot. In addition, gambling has other positive effects on the player’s mood, such as intellectual challenges and social rewards. If you feel that you are falling prey to gambling, it is important to take action and stop yourself from making the decision to gamble. First, you must decide not to gamble. If you are tempted to gamble, make sure you don’t have the money to do so. If possible, try to remove yourself from the temptation to gamble by putting away your credit cards and allowing others to handle your money. You should also close any online gambling accounts you might have. Finally, remember that you can always seek help from family or friends if you need it. There are many forms of gambling. Aside from casinos, people can also bet on lottery tickets or scratchcards. Many types of gambling have their own specific rules, but the general rule is that a person risks money or something of value in exchange for a prize. It can be fun, but it can also lead to serious problems. Responsible gambling is all about knowing the odds and knowing when to quit. Most people are likely to indulge in gambling at one time or another, but it’s important to know when to stop. The more you understand about gambling, the more likely you are to stay responsible and quit. Then you’ll be able to make an informed decision about whether you should gamble. There are many different types of therapy for gambling problems. A therapist can help you to understand the causes and symptoms of the behavior and help you find solutions. Many of the treatments for gambling disorders involve family therapy, marriage counseling, and other types of therapy. It’s important to get the support of family and friends to overcome the gambling habits. The best way to stop your addictive behavior is by making the decision to stop. In the case of teens and young adults, pathological gambling can manifest in two distinct ways. One form involves missing school or work. The other involves lying to your spouse about the behavior. In adult pathological gamblers, they will often use their paychecks to gamble. In adolescents, they may spend their pocket money, their iPod, or their video game console to satisfy their urge. Gambling is a big industry with a global reach. It is estimated to be worth approximately $10 trillion worldwide each year. This includes both legal and illegal forms. In the United States, the largest form of gambling is state-licensed lotteries. In Europe, organized football pools are widespread. Most South and Asian countries also offer state-licensed wagering on other sporting events.

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Why Travel Matters Travel Matters Toolkit You know that travel is part of a complete education, but the preparation can be overwhelming. Here are some resources to help you through the process! Safety Resource Center SYTA creates a culture of safety planning and crisis readiness by establishing safety standards, providing planning resources, training and education for its members. Student Travel Research SYTA is recognized as the authority and “The Voice of Student and Youth Travel ®” and to that end provides research that informs, educates and advocates for student travel. SYTA provides planning resources, training and education for its members to enable the maximum number of students and youth to have safe and educational travel experiences.

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Overview of English Learning in Ciudad Acuña Ciudad Acuña, a vibrant city located at the Mexico-United States border, offers a unique cultural blend that makes learning English here a distinctive experience. With globalization and the city’s proximity to the United States, English has become increasingly important for locals and expatriates alike. This article explores various aspects and opportunities for learning English in Ciudad Acuña, ranging from local language institutes to community-based learning initiatives. Importance of English in Ciudad Acuña Economic Opportunities: Ciudad Acuña’s economy is significantly influenced by its border location. Many residents find employment in industries that require frequent interaction with English-speaking clients and partners. From manufacturing to retail, the ability to communicate in English opens up a broader array of job opportunities and can lead to career advancement. Educational Benefits: For students in Ciudad Acuña, proficiency in English is often a prerequisite for higher education, especially for those aspiring to study abroad. English competence allows students to access a wider range of scholarly resources, participate in international programs, and gain global perspectives. Cultural Exchange: English serves as a bridge for cultural exchange between the residents of Ciudad Acuña and the English-speaking expatriate community. It fosters mutual understanding and enriches the social fabric of the city by facilitating more inclusive and diverse interactions. English Language Institutes in Ciudad Acuña Numerous institutes in Ciudad Acuña specialize in English language education, catering to different age groups and proficiency levels. These institutes employ varied teaching methodologies, ensuring that learners can find a program that best suits their learning style. International Language Schools: These schools offer comprehensive English courses, focusing on all aspects of the language including speaking, listening, reading, and writing. They often prepare students for international proficiency tests such as TOEFL and IELTS, which are essential for studying abroad. Community Learning Centers: Often more affordable than private language schools, community centers in Ciudad Acuña provide English classes to a diverse student body. These centers frequently emphasize practical language use, which is particularly beneficial for adults seeking to improve their workplace English. Online Learning Platforms: With the rise of digital education, many residents of Ciudad Acuña turn to online platforms for learning English. These platforms offer flexible learning schedules, a wide range of resources, and the ability to connect with native speakers and tutors from around the world. English Learning Initiatives and Community Programs Ciudad Acuña is home to various initiatives that promote English learning beyond the traditional classroom setting. These programs often focus on immersive learning experiences and are crucial in fostering a bilingual environment in the community. Language Exchange Meetups: Regular meetups are organized where English and Spanish speakers can come together to practice each other’s languages. This informal setting helps reduce the fear of speaking and improves conversational skills. Volunteer Teaching Programs: Several non-profit organizations in Ciudad Acuña offer volunteer opportunities for English speakers to teach local residents. This not only helps in spreading English proficiency but also enables cultural exchange and community development. Public Library Resources: The local libraries in Ciudad Acuña provide residents with access to English learning materials, including books, audiobooks, and DVDs. They also host English book reading sessions and discussion clubs, which are excellent for improving language comprehension and speaking skills. Challenges and Solutions in Learning English While there are many resources available for learning English in Ciudad Acuña, learners face certain challenges that can hinder their progress. Limited Exposure to Native Speakers: Despite being a border city, the opportunities for interacting with native English speakers are not as frequent as in larger cities. To mitigate this, learners can engage in online language exchanges or participate in community groups with expatriates. Variability in Teaching Quality: The quality of English education can vary significantly across different institutions. It is vital for learners to research and choose recognized programs with qualified teachers to ensure effective learning. Motivation and Consistency: Maintaining motivation and consistency can be difficult, especially for adult learners with personal and professional responsibilities. Setting clear goals, creating a structured learning schedule, and joining study groups can help sustain motivation and lead to better outcomes. Learning English in Ciudad Acuña offers numerous benefits and opportunities, both professionally and personally. By leveraging the available resources and overcoming the challenges, residents can significantly enhance their language skills. As Ciudad Acuña continues to grow, the importance of English will only increase, making it imperative for individuals to embrace and invest in learning this global language.

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At the time our Framers were drafting and discussing the US Constitution, some warned about federal judges abusing their power. One group of framers believed that the Judicial Branch was the weaker and less powerful of the three main branches of government. Alexander Hamilton, defended the need for a Judicial Branch in the Federalist Paper #78, where he penned: “Whoever attentively considers the different departments of power must perceive, that, in a government in which they are separated from each other, the judiciary, from the nature of its functions, will always be the least dangerous to the political rights of the Constitution; because it will be least in a capacity to annoy or injure them. The Executive not only dispenses the honors, but holds the sword of the community. The legislature not only commands the purse, but prescribes the rules by which the duties and rights of every citizen are to be regulated. The judiciary, on the contrary, has no influence over either the sword or the purse; no direction either of the strength or of the wealth of the society; and can take no active resolution whatever. It may truly be said to have neither FORCE nor WILL, but merely judgment; and must ultimately depend upon the aid of the executive arm even for the efficacy of its judgments.” “This simple view of the matter suggests several important consequences. It proves incontestably, that the judiciary is beyond comparison the weakest of the three departments of power; that it can never attack with success either of the other two; and that all possible care is requisite to enable it to defend itself against their attacks. It equally proves, that though individual oppression may now and then proceed from the courts of justice, the general liberty of the people can never be endangered from that quarter; I mean so long as the judiciary remains truly distinct from both the legislature and the Executive. For I agree, that ‘there is no liberty, if the power of judging be not separated from the legislative and executive powers.’ And it proves, in the last place, that as liberty can have nothing to fear from the judiciary alone, but would have every thing to fear from its union with either of the other departments; that as all the effects of such a union must ensue from a dependence of the former on the latter, notwithstanding a nominal and apparent separation; that as, from the natural feebleness of the judiciary, it is in continual jeopardy of being overpowered, awed, or influenced by its co-ordinate branches; and that as nothing can contribute so much to its firmness and independence as permanency in office, this quality may therefore be justly regarded as an indispensable ingredient in its constitution, and, in a great measure, as the citadel of the public justice and the public security.” On the other side of the argument were the Anti-Federalists who opposed a number of the provisions in the US Constitution. Among them was a politician and judge by the name of Robert Yates. In response to Hamilton’s Federalist Paper #78, Yates wrote several of the Anti-Federalist Papers. In #78-79, published in 1788, Yates countered Hamilton’s argument of the Judiciary being the weakest branch of the government and warned of what America is witnessing today with the federal judiciary assuming far more power than Federalists like Hamilton believed would happen: “I have said that the judges under this system will be independent in the strict sense of the word. To prove this I will show that there is no power above them that can control their decisions, or correct their errors. There is no authority that can remove them from office for any errors or want of capacity, or lower their salaries, and in many cases their power is superior to that of the legislature.” “1st. There is no power above them that can correct their errors or control their decisions. The adjudications of this court are final and irreversible, for there is no court above them to which appeals can lie, either in error or on the merits. In this respect, it differs from the courts in England, for there the house of lords is the highest court, to whom appeals, in error, are carried from the highest of the courts of law.” “2nd. They cannot be removed from office or suffer a diminution of their salaries, for any error in judgment [due] to want of capacity. It is expressly declared by the constitution, ‘That they shall at stated times receive a compensation for their services which shall not be diminished during their continuance in office’.” “The only clause in the constitution which provides for the removal of the judges from offices, is that which declares, that ‘the president, vice-president, and all civil officers of the United States, shall be removed from office, on impeachment for, and conviction of treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors.’ By this paragraph, civil officers, in which the judges are included, are removable only for crimes. Treason and bribery are named, and the rest are included under the general terms of high crimes and misdemeanors. Errors in judgment, or want of capacity to discharge the duties of the office, can never be supposed to be included in these words, high crimes and misdemeanors. A man may mistake a case in giving judgment, or manifest that he is incompetent to the discharge of the duties of a judge, and yet give no evidence of corruption or want of integrity. To support the charge, it will be necessary to give in evidence some facts that will show, that the judges committed the error from wicked and corrupt motives.” Yates makes a great point as the judiciary having no power above them to correct their errors is accurate as far as many see it today. However, he was wrong in that the Constitution does say that all federal judges, including Supreme Court and lower federal judges like James Robart, are to serve as long as they are in GOOD BEHAVIOR. Many legal experts have argued for years that when a judge usurps his or her authority and imposes their personal will via the bench that they are no longer serving in good behavior and should therefore be removed from the bench. When a lower court judge like James Robart ignores US Code that gives the President of the United States authority to regulate immigration in the case of national security, then Robart is no longer acting in good behavior but ruling based on his own personal agenda and not the law. Therefore, Judge James Robart could and should be impeached and removed from the bench for being in violation of the terms of the US Constitution. Once a few liberal judges rule on agenda instead of law and are removed from their judicial bench, it will make others stop and consider what they are about to do. It should force more to rule on law and not their own biases like Supreme Court Justices Ginsberg, Sotomayor and Kagin have done in the past several years.

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Political tensions in the United States have brought to light a behavior known as “ideological poking.” This term refers to the public display of products that carry messages designed to offend political opponents. Recent research published in the Journal of Research in Personality has found a link between this behavior and one of the so-called Dark Triad personality traits: psychopathy. Given the intense negative feelings and distrust between political groups in the United States, understanding why some individuals actively choose to display offensive political messages became a pertinent question. The researchers particularly focused on the Dark Triad traits — Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy — due to their known associations with aggressive and manipulative behaviors. “Political polarization and the outgroup animosity it engenders are on the rise in the U.S. and abroad. Though individuals with darker personality traits have always existed, it’s important to understand whether and what role they play in contributing to current political tensions,” explained study author Matejas Mackin, a PhD student at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. To examine ideological poking, the researchers conducted two studies. They recruited participants from Prolific, an online platform, to ensure a diverse sample of U.S. residents. In the first study, 299 participants were surveyed, with a balanced representation of political affiliations (45% identified as Democrats and 48% as Republicans), gender (76% female and 24% male), and ethnic backgrounds. To measure the Dark Triad traits, the researchers used the Dark Triad Dirty Dozen scale. This 12-item scale captures individual differences in these traits through statements such as “I tend to manipulate others to get my way” for Machiavellianism, “I tend to want others to admire me” for narcissism, and “I tend to be unconcerned with the morality of my actions” for psychopathy. For the ideological poking measure, participants viewed eight bumper stickers with messages insulting political opponents. They were asked to rate their willingness to display each sticker in public using a seven-point scale. The stimuli were adjusted based on the participant’s political orientation to ensure relevance; Republicans saw bumper stickers insulting Democrats and vice versa (e.g. “Trump 2020: Make Liberals Cry Again,” “Against All Enemies; Foreign and Republican.”) In the second study, 200 participants were again recruited from Prolific, maintaining a balanced political affiliation and demographic diversity. This study aimed to replicate and extend the findings of the first study with several improvements. Instead of using the Dirty Dozen scale, the researchers used the P7 and M7 scales for psychopathy and Machiavellianism, respectively, addressing concerns that the previous measures conflated the two constructs. Participants also rated different types of ideological poking products, such as t-shirts, hats, and buttons, and indicated their willingness to display these products in various contexts, including in front of political ingroup members, outgroup members, and in private. The findings from both studies revealed a consistent pattern. In the first study, psychopathy was the only Dark Triad trait that significantly predicted the willingness to display offensive political bumper stickers. This suggests that individuals with higher levels of psychopathy are more likely to engage in ideological poking. “Dark dispositions are associated with more offensive forms of political expression,” Mackin told PsyPost. “In other words, while there are certainly social and political factors that contribute to more polarized forms of expression, the dispositions people bring to the table are also relevant” The second study confirmed and extended these findings. Psychopathy again emerged as the strongest predictor of ideological poking, regardless of the audience context. Machiavellianism showed a weaker but still positive association with the willingness to display offensive products, hinting at some involvement. Narcissism, however, remained unrelated to ideological poking across all contexts. “We found that psychopathy predicted the public display of offensive political products around both ingroup and outgroup members, suggesting that individuals with darker personality traits may use such products both to derogate political opponents and to affirm their ingroup,” Mackin noted. Despite the insightful findings, there are some caveats to consider. For instance, the sample was limited to U.S. residents, raising questions about whether these findings are applicable to other cultural contexts. Future research could explore whether these patterns hold in different countries with varying levels of political tension. Researchers might also investigate other factors that could interact with personality traits to influence ideological poking, such as media consumption or social network influences. “The ultimate goal of my work is to understand why we are polarized and develop interventions to address political polarization and the outgroup animosity it engenders,” Mackin said. “To be sure, disagreeing with and disliking the other side is often reasonable, but at the extreme it can fray the fabric of democratic society. Thus, understanding the social and dispositional factors that contribute to polarization is increasingly relevant and necessary.” The study, “The Dark Triad predicts public display of offensive political products,” was authored by Matejas Mackin and Neal J. Roese.

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Why Exercise is Important Hello! Welcome to this article where we will explore the benefits of regular exercise for overall health. In today’s fast-paced world, it is crucial to make time for physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Exercise not only helps us stay fit and active but also has numerous positive effects on our mental and emotional well-being. Let’s dive into the world of fitness and discover why exercise is so important. The Physical Benefits of Exercise Regular exercise has a multitude of physical benefits that contribute to our overall health. Firstly, it helps in maintaining a healthy weight by burning calories and increasing metabolism. Exercise also strengthens our muscles, bones, and joints, reducing the risk of developing osteoporosis and other bone-related issues. Additionally, it improves cardiovascular health by enhancing heart and lung function, reducing the risk of heart diseases, high blood pressure, and stroke. The Mental and Emotional Benefits of Exercise Exercise is not only beneficial for our physical health but also plays a vital role in improving our mental and emotional well-being. When we exercise, our body releases endorphins, also known as “feel-good hormones,” which boost our mood and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Regular physical activity can also improve our cognitive function, memory, and concentration, leading to increased productivity and overall mental sharpness. Exercise and Energy Levels Do you often feel tired and lacking energy? Regular exercise can be the solution to boost your energy levels. Engaging in physical activity increases blood flow and oxygen delivery to our muscles and tissues, improving overall energy and stamina. By making exercise a part of your routine, you will experience increased vitality and a reduction in fatigue throughout the day. Exercise for Better Sleep If you struggle with insomnia or have difficulty falling asleep, exercise can be a natural remedy for promoting better sleep. Regular physical activity helps regulate our sleep-wake cycle, also known as the circadian rhythm, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night. However, it is important to avoid intense exercise close to bedtime as it may have the opposite effect and make it harder to fall asleep. Exercise and Longevity Want to live a longer and healthier life? Regular exercise has been linked to increased longevity and a reduced risk of chronic diseases. By engaging in physical activity, we strengthen our immune system, making it more efficient in fighting off infections and diseases. Exercise also helps maintain healthy blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar levels, lowering the risk of developing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer. Exercise and Brain Health Did you know that exercise can have a positive impact on your brain health? Physical activity stimulates the growth of new brain cells and improves neural connections, promoting better cognitive function and reducing the risk of age-related cognitive decline. Studies have shown that regular exercise can also help prevent neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, keeping your brain sharp and healthy as you age. Finding the Right Exercise Routine Now that you are aware of the numerous benefits of regular exercise, it is essential to find the right exercise routine that suits your preferences and lifestyle. Whether it’s jogging, swimming, dancing, or practicing yoga, choose activities that you enjoy and make them a part of your daily or weekly routine. Remember, consistency is key when it comes to reaping the maximum benefits of exercise. Exercise Safety and Precautions While exercise is extremely beneficial, it is essential to prioritize safety and take necessary precautions to prevent injuries. Start slowly and gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts. Warm up before exercising and cool down afterward to prevent muscle strains and injuries. If you have any existing health conditions or concerns, it is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before beginning a new exercise regimen. Exercise and Social Connections Exercise not only benefits our physical and mental health but also provides an opportunity to connect with others. Joining group fitness classes, sports clubs, or exercising with friends and family can enhance our social well-being and create a sense of community. The support and camaraderie shared during exercise sessions can motivate us to stay committed to our fitness goals. Making Exercise a Priority In our busy lives, it’s easy to overlook the importance of regular exercise. However, by recognizing its numerous benefits and making it a priority, we can improve our overall health and well-being. Schedule dedicated time for exercise in your daily or weekly routine and treat it as an essential part of self-care. Remember, taking care of your body and mind through exercise is an investment in your long-term health.

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Always use different password for different accounts. Never use the same password on the same Never share your passwords to other users. By sharing your password to other users you may unknowingly passed your password to unknown attackers. Always use some form of Multifactor Authentication or MFA. MFA can be used in the form of static pin, OTP, or questionnaire that only you know about yourself. Always incorporate password complexity. Password complexity can reduce the attack surface from brute force attacks. With password complexity you can make your password longer than normal so it harder to guess. There are paid and free tools available to create password complexity if you have a hard time to create one yourself. Always make sure that your password is hard to guess. See above (password complexity) Never save your password in any browsers. Attackers can detect browsers-based passwords very easily. Always use password managers to store your passwords. Password Managers have encrypted file system that prevent attackers from guessing your password. With Password Managers you can rotate your hard to guess passwords often and you don’t have to remember what they are set to. Examples of Password Managers includes”

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The Higgs boson was discovered in detectors at the Large Hadron Collider about ten years ago. It has proven to be an extremely difficult particle to produce and observe, and despite the passage of time, its properties have still not been understood with sufficient accuracy. Results just published by an international group of theoretical physicists, with the participation of the Institute of Nuclear Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, have shed a little light on the origin of the Higgs boson. This study Published In the journal Physics Review Letter. The scientific community unanimously considers the greatest discovery from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) to be the famous Higgs boson. For 12 years, physicists have been trying to determine the properties of this crucial elementary particle as precisely as possible, a task that is extremely difficult due to both experimental challenges and numerous computational hurdles. Fortunately, Theoretical studiesThe result was made possible through a collaboration between a group of physicists from the Institute of Nuclear Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IFJ PAN) in Krakow, the RWTH Aachen University of Technology in Aachen and the Max Planck Institute for Physics (MPI) in Garching near Munich. The Standard Model is a complex theoretical construct that was constructed in the 1970s and is the basis for the theory as we know it today. Elementary particles The interaction of matter (quarks, electrons, muons, tau, and the associated neutrino trinity) with the electromagnetic force (photons) and the nuclear force (gluons in the strong interaction, and W and Z bosons in the weak interaction). The greatest achievement in the creation of the Standard Model was the LHC’s discovery of the Higgs boson, a particle that plays a key role in the mechanism that gives other elementary particles mass. The discovery of the Higgs was announced in mid-2012, and since then scientists have been trying to learn as much as possible about this fundamentally important particle. “For a physicist, one of the most important parameters associated with any elementary or nuclear particle is cross section “The theoretical determination of the cross section of the Higgs particle for a specific collision is of great importance, since it gives information about how frequently the particle appears in a certain type of collision. We have focused on the theoretical determination of the cross section of the Higgs particle in gluon-gluon collisions, which are responsible for around 90% of Higgs productions and whose signatures are recorded in the detectors of the LHC accelerator”, explains Dr. René Ponceret (IFJ PAN). “The essence of our work was the desire to take into account certain corrections that are usually ignored due to their seemingly small contribution when determining the effective cross section for Higgs particle production, because ignoring them significantly simplifies the calculations. This is the first time that we have succeeded in overcoming mathematical difficulties and determining these corrections,” adds co-author of the paper, Professor Michal Chacón (RWTH). The importance of the role that higher-order corrections play in understanding the properties of the Higgs particle can be seen from the fact that the second-order corrections calculated in the paper, although seemingly small, account for almost one-fifth of the sought-for effective cross section value, compared to 3% for the third-order correction (although this reduces the uncertainty in the calculation to only 1%). The novelty of this work was taking into account the effect of the bottom quark’s mass, which led to a small but significant change of about 1%. At this point, it’s worth recalling that the LHC collides protons, particles made of two up quarks and one down quark. The temporary presence of massive quarks inside protons, such as the beauty quark, is a consequence of the quantum nature of the strong interaction that binds quarks together inside the proton. “The value of the effective cross section for Higgs particle production found by our group is practically the same as that measured in previous beam collisions at the LHC – naturally, taking into account the current imprecision of calculations and measurements. Thus, at least for now, there do not appear to be any precursors to new physics within the mechanism responsible for the formation of the Higgs particle that we are investigating,” Dr. Poncere summarises his team’s research. The widespread belief among scientists that new physics is necessary stems from the fact that many fundamentally important questions remain unanswered by the Standard Model: Why do elementary particles have mass? Why do they form families? Dark matter What is matter made of, whose traces are so clearly visible in the universe? Why does matter predominate over antimatter in the universe? The Standard Model also needs to be extended, as it does not take into account any of the very common interaction: gravity. It is important to note that the latest results of theoretical physicists from IFJ PAN, RWTH and MPI do not conclusively deny the existence of new physics in the phenomena associated with the birth of the Higgs particle. A lot can change when data from the gradually starting fourth research cycle of the Large Hadron Collider start to be analyzed. Increasing the number of collisions of the new particle could narrow the measurement uncertainty and cause the measured range of allowed cross sections for Higgs boson production to no longer match the range defined by theory. Physicists will know in a few years whether this happens. For now, the Standard Model feels safer than ever, and this fact is slowly becoming the LHC’s most surprising discovery. For more information: Michal Chacon et al. “Top-bottom interference contribution to fully inclusive Higgs production” Physics Review Letter (2024). DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevLett.132.211902 Polish Academy of Sciences Quote: Theoretical physicists conclude that the Higgs boson contains no harbingers of new physics (July 11, 2024) Retrieved July 11, 2024 from https://phys.org/news/2024-07-theoretical-physicists-higgs-boson-harbingers.html This document is subject to copyright. It may not be reproduced without written permission, except for fair dealing for the purposes of personal study or research. The content is provided for informational purposes only.

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The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic brought about devastating consequences on economies. With businesses shutting down to flatten the curve and prevent the spread of the virus and economic activities generally crippled, there was a global decline around the world. One of the most affected sectors was tourism. As a major tourist destination, Hawaii recorded huge economic declines across major sectors during the pandemic. In fact, because its economy is heavily driven by tourism, the city was one of the most hit in the US. According to University of Hawaii Economist Sumner LaCroix, at least 23% of Hawaii’s economy is generated by tourism. By April and May 2020, the unemployment rate surged to more than 24%, up from just two percent by January of that same year. The situation was at the “Great Depression” levels. While the pandemic has eased globally and economies have largely reopened, what exactly is the State of Hawaii’s economy now? How has the economy fared post-pandemic? We’ll look at this by reviewing some key indices. Hawaii’s unemployment rate has continued to decline since after the pandemic. In fact, by the fourth quarter of 2020, unemployment had declined to 11.2 percent and by the first quarter of 2021, the unemployment rate dropped further to 6.8 percent. And just when we thought this was impressive, there was a further drop by the end of the fourth quarter of 2021 to less than 4.7 percent and then 3.8 percent by the first quarter of 2022. These statistics provided by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism (DBEDT) clearly show an impressive resurgence that came two years earlier than analysts expected. There is also a clear sign of a resurgence in the tourism industry of Hawaii. Records of visitor arrivals in the city in the first quarter of 2022 showed an increase of more than 120% from the same period in 2021. The Island welcomed 1.97 million visitors between January and March 2022, up from less than 850,000 people in the same period of the previous year. Daily average visitor figures also went up almost 99% in the same period. The DBEDT further reported that there were 818,268 visitors to the Hawaiian Islands in April 2022, which represented a 96.3% recovery from April 2019. This was also the highest recovery rate recorded in the archipelago since the pandemic began. The visitors spent a total of $1.6 Billion in April alone compared to $1.32 Billion spent in April 2019. This doesn’t just represent great recovery post-pandemic, but also shows growth compared to pre-COVID figures. It does appear the tourism sector in Hawaii has bounced back and put the broken pieces together. We spoke to a Maui SEO Agency and they stated they are seeing a significant increase in search volume for tourist activity keywords. As well as an increase in tourism-based companies increasing their digital marketing budgets and Ad spending. The last two and a half years have put immense pressure on Hawaii’s hospitality industry, following COVID restrictions. Hoteliers found renewed hope in the fourth quarter of 2021 as momentum picked up again with revenue per available room figures rising to $145.39 on a 59% occupancy and a daily rate of $246 on average, per STR data. Although this was not yet at par with 2019 figures which stood at $202.62 at an occupancy of 84%, Hawaii’s fourth quarter RevPAR was America’s third highest behind only New York and Miami. - Agriculture and Other Sectors Agriculture is yet another important sector in the Aloha state, taking up almost 30% of the entire land area. Even though its contribution to GDP ranges between 0.3% and 1%, it is a means of livelihood for a significant portion of the state’s population. The pandemic caused a major setback in the sector disrupting activities and forcing farmers to stay at home. Despite this situation, the sector generated around $366 million, and things are getting much better now. Other segments of the economy such as car rentals, travel, trade services, and so on are other very important sectors in Hawaii that have regained momentum. Though the pandemic led to large-scale job losses, revenue losses, and other devastating effects, it appears the Oahu state is launching back to the path of recovery and growth, with experts projecting record performance for major sectors, including tourism, and travel, hospitality, and trade services.

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During the financial crisis of 2008-2009, the terms “debt” and “investment” were often confused. One state created a solution plan that allocated hundreds of millions of dollars to increase employment. Recommended measures include isolating buildings and increasing the efficiency of healthcare. At the same time the state sold its interest in a large energy company to pay for the “investment”. Are they mixing content? Before we discuss debt and/or investments related to tree planting, we must first ensure a solid understanding of these terms. Make money from Grow your Forest app 1)When the government spends money and no income is generated, it is not an investment. These are costs or expenses. At the moment all the money is spent so that the government can only take on new debt when it charges more taxes or loans. A government that uses an energy company that generates hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue each year and uses this revenue while debt continues to grow. A government that sells the power company and uses that money to raise debt but withdraws its investments is ultimately evil. A farmer sells his cows without any more milk. After using the money from selling livestock, he had to sell his farm. 2)The same principle applies to CO2 based solutions. If we put CO2 into the ground we would not only deprive ourselves of oxygen but we would also be in debt for many years. If the government says we should invest in carbon monoxide, it is taking two different directions. He has to say we need to service the debt to save carbon and oxygen. This debt does not create a return. On the contrary, if the machines are worn out after 20 years we have to spend more money to buy new ones. This solution will only make our people poorer because the money spent on debt cannot be invested. However, the trees will return the product. Planting trees to solve the CO2 problem is not a waste of money; it is an investment. It is a progressive development. Carbon monoxide storage is a poverty-promoting cost. Wood could be a new financial model Governments around the world are looking to cope with their financial losses. The gold standard was abolished in March 1973. This could prevent countries from printing money indefinitely and could lead to the next financial crash. Such a system would put thousands of people out of work. The solution to the security problem is closer than the government thinks: wood can replace gold as a currency. If a forest produces 300,000 kilograms of wood per hectare and costs one euro per kilogram, then two billion hectares of forest are worth 600,000,000,000,000 = 600 trillion euros. This amount should be sufficient to ensure that the finances do not take down the trees and that millions of dollars are loaned to improve and maintain the trees as collateral. How to download Grow your Forest app Tax-free growth rate:The land is almost destroyed without crops. If you turn this land into a place where food, wood, charcoal, fruit, medicine, extract, oil, essences, pills and many other products can be produced, suddenly the value of the land will increase. Capital growth is attractive and tax-free in many countries. Decision makers will soon realize the greatest results when they realize that unused land can become valuable land. It’s a good thing that when wood becomes scarce the price goes up a lot. The same thing happened in 2008 with the price of olive wood. This is based on the fact that building materials such as steel and polymers cost more than one euro per kilogram. As supplies of both household goods dwindle, prices rise sharply. This will increase the demand for wood for other building materials, which will have a positive effect on the price. Wood takes time:If we plant trees today, we can only cut them down when the world’s population grows by 50%. This means that if we don’t start planting today, there will be fewer trees because we have “overused” the forest, but the demand for trees will increase by more than 50% because there are so many people from that era. It will take 40 years to address this deficit, a growing period. We can predict that it will take longer because all the good land is being used for food production to support the growing world population. Trees are cut until they grow well = faster. Anyone willing to think long-term, and skeptical about the benefits of Treesolution, can believe the debate surrounding results. Any person, place or country that plants trees now will have a positive economic impact later. Those who think the first tree planting today.

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Why water insecurity is a crisis for women Access to water is a gendered affair that leaves women shouldering a disproportionate burden. The reasons why – and the haunting consequences – run deep. They say a woman’s work is never done. All told, women do three-quarters of the world’s unpaid work, including 11 billion hours of domestic and caring duties a day. It’s rarely recognised as work at all, yet this free labour is worth US$10.8 trillion a year, double the size of the world’s tech industry. The numbers shine a light on an inequality where water has a particular significance. Women around the world shoulder the responsibility for water management – and it robs them of employment, education and leisure time. How water is women’s work Women and girls spend 200 million hours every day collecting water. In developing regions this can involve round trips of an hour or more, regardless of illness, pregnancy or other paid and unpaid duties. Moreover, travelling to collect water puts women at greater risk of sexual assault (a risk they also face when toilets are lacking). For all that, fetching water is only the start of the day’s labour: the water must then be purified – or used as is, even if contaminated – for drinking, cooking and household chores. The cost of water inequality Water collection is just one strand in a web of connected factors that includes traditional gender roles and rights. For example, according to water.org, women and girls spend even more time finding a place to relieve themselves than collecting water. Stigma about menstruation, coupled with a lack of toilets, period products and water for cleaning, is another block to social integration and schooling. Conversely, when a community gets clean water female enrolment in school increases by 15%. Although women produce half of the world’s food, analysis by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) found that their productivity is 20% to 30% lower than male farmers because of discrimination – from a lack of endowments and entitlements, to barriers to information and services. This further restricts income and progression. Gender disparities in landholdings deprive women farmers from belonging to water associations. And in rural sub-Saharan Africa, women hold less than 10% of the credit available to smallholder agriculture, because land – to which they do not hold legal rights – is used as collateral. Gender inequalities have a socio-economic cost, too. A 2015 study which set out to quantify the social impact of a lack of toilets in the South African township of Khayelitsha estimated the combined annual social cost of sexual assaults at US$40 million in combined social costs each year. The research model recommended that providing more toilets was not only the right thing to do to protect women from assault – it also made financial sense. The problems aren’t restricted to developing nations, however. In Flint, Michigan, women are disproportionately affected by the fallout from living with degraded drinking water, in similar ways to those burdened with water collection on the other side of the world. The long road to water equality Women and girls are disproportionately affected by water issues, yet are under-represented on the solutions side, too. In the 1980s the government of Malawi provided piped water to low-income households in 50 districts. However, the mostly male community-run tap committees quickly ran into problems collecting payments on time and retaining membership. Women were sidelined despite having more responsibility for managing water, and even though the men were often away from home. To address this, women were trained and admitted to tap committees. The result was that meetings came to be held more regularly, and with greater attendance and effectiveness. If a voice at a community level is the start, diversity across the water management sector is the next step. In 2014, women made up less than 17% of the labour force in this sector in developing countries, and were particularly under-represented in engineering, leadership, policy and regulation roles. Of course, overcoming the gaps isn’t as simple as inviting women to apply: entering male-dominated spaces can itself be a considerable barrier. Again, creating equal provision for female needs (such as toilets and changing spaces) and actively tackling discrimination is part of the solution. Embracing women’s lived experience of managing water insecurity has particular relevance in a water-stressed world. The World Economic Forum has listed water as a top global risk for the past few years – and women’s knowledge may be key to hydrodiplomacy and avoiding water-related conflict. At a basic level, gender equality begins with providing women with equal access to clean water and toilet facilities. But if we are to address the broader systemic issues at the nexus of water and gender, empowering female expertise and experience at all levels will benefit us all. Related blog posts:

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- What are Blues Notes? - How are Blues Notes Used in Music? - Examples of Songs that Use Blues Notes If you’re a musician, you’ve probably heard of blue notes. But what are they, exactly? In this post, we’ll explore the history and meaning of blue notes in music. What are Blues Notes? Blues notes are the flattened 3rd, 5th, and 7th notes of the major scale. These notes are what give the blues its distinctive sound. In this lesson, we’ll go over the blues scale and show you how to use blues notes in your playing. Blue notes are a type of embellishment In music, blue notes (also bluesy notes) are typically played by wind instruments such as the saxophone and trumpet, or by the human voice. Blue notes are often played with a “bent” or “slurred” pitch. This is done by either lowering the note slightly below its regular pitch, or by closing off the windpipe to create a “wa-wa” sound. Blue notes can also be achieved on a piano by using the sustain pedal. The term “blue note” comes from the fact that these embellished notes were first heard in blues music. The use of blue notes is one of the key elements that gives blues its distinctive sound. While blue notes are most commonly associated with blues music, they can also be found in other genres such as jazz and rock. They are often used to express sadness, longing, or grief In music, blue notes (also called “worried notes”) are typically notes that are slightly lowered in pitch from the major scale. They are sometimes also used to express sadness, longing, or grief. The use of blue notes is thought to have originated with African-American musicians in the early 1900s, who were influenced by the Negro spirituals sung by slaves. These spirituals often used “blue notes” to convey a sense of sadness or longing. Over time, the use of blue notes became more common in blues and jazz music. Today, blue notes are commonly used in all types of music, from pop and rock to classical and jazz. They can be used to add emotion or depth to a piece of music. How are Blues Notes Used in Music? Blues notes are a type of chromaticism, which means they are outside of the key. The blues scale is made up of the root note, the flat third, the fourth, the flat fifth, the fifth, and the flat seventh. The flat third, flat fifth, and flat seventh are the blues notes. These notes give the music a certain flavor that can’t be achieved with other notes. They are commonly used in blues and jazz music Blues notes are most commonly used in blues and jazz music. They are created by playing a note that is a half step (or semi-tone) lower than the note that is being played. For example, if you are playing a C note, you would play a C# (C sharp) to create a blues note. These notes are not found in the major or minor scale, which is why they create such a unique sound. The use of blues notes gives music a very “bluesy” sound. It is often used to add emotion to a piece of music, and can be used to make a sad sounding song sound even more emotional. They can be used to add emotion to a song Blues notes are often used in music to add emotion and depth. These notes are not necessarily played in the same order or at the same time, but they work together to create a certain feeling. The most common blues notes are the third and seventh notes of a major scale. For example, if you are playing in the key of C, the blues notes would be E and B. These notes can be played in any order and at any time, but they will always create a bluesy sound. Blues notes can also be added to other chords to create different sounds. For example, adding a blues note to amajor chord will create a minor sound. This is because the third note of a major scale is minor. You can experiment with different combinations of blues notes to see what sounds you can create. There is no right or wrong way to use them, so have fun and see what you can come up with! Examples of Songs that Use Blues Notes Songs that use blues notes can have a melancholy feel to them, despite the often upbeat tempo. The use of blue notes creates a more soulful sound that is often associated with the blues genre. Some well-known songs that use blues notes include “The Thrill is Gone” by B.B. King and “Stormy Monday” by T-Bone Walker. Let’s take a listen to a few more examples. “The Thrill is Gone” by B.B. King “The Thrill is Gone” is a slow, twelve-bar blues composed by Roy Hawkins and Rick Darnell in 1951. Hawkins’ recording of the song reached number six on Billboard’s R&B chart in early 1950. B.B. King’s version was a number fifteen pop hit in 1970. In his autobiography, King said he was inspired to record the song after seeing a young man playing it on the street. The lyrics tell of a former lover who has left, taking “the thrill” (passion or sexual excitement) with him. The song is based on a I-IV-V chord progression in the key of B♭, with King’s guitar soloing over each verse using minor pentatonic and blues scales. Many subsequent blues and rock musicians have recorded their own versions of the song, including Eric Clapton, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and John Mayer. “Stormy Monday” by T-Bone Walker One of the first and most famous songs to use blues notes was “Stormy Monday” by T-bone Walker. The song was first recorded in 1942 and quickly became a hit. It has been covered by many artists over the years, including B.B. King, Eric Clapton, and the Allman Brothers Band. The use of blues notes in “Stormy Monday” gives the song a sad, mournful sound that perfectly suits the lyrics, which are about a man who is struggling to get over the loss of his love. The blues notes also add an element of tension and drama to the melody, which helps to build up the emotional intensity of the song. “Love in Vain” by Robert Johnson “Love in Vain” is a classic song by legendary bluesman Robert Johnson. The tune is based around a simple twelve-bar blues chord progression, but what sets it apart are the blue notes that Johnson weaves throughout the melody. Blue notes are typically played on the third, fifth, and seventh notes of a major scale. In Johnson’s case, he often bends down to the flat third note (often called a “blue note”), giving his songs a distinctive sound. If you’re interested in learning more about blue notes and how to use them in your own playing, check out this lesson from Guitarhabits.

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Anglesey (Welsh: Ynys Môn, roughly unniss mawn), is an island and county at the northwestern extremity of north Wales. It is separated from the mainland by a narrow stretch of water known as the Menai Strait. It is connected to the mainland by two bridges, the original Menai Suspension Bridge (carrying the A5), built by Thomas Telford in 1826 as a road link, and the newer, twice reconstructed Britannia Bridge, carrying the A55 and the North Wales Coast Railway line. The county of Anglesey covers a number of islands apart from Anglesey itself, in particular Holy Island. Historically, Anglesey has long been associated with the Druids. In c. AD 60 the Roman general Suetonius Paullinus, determined to break the power of the druids (dreamers of the time of Boudica), attacked the island, destroying the shrine and the sacred groves. The Romans called the island Mona. After the Romans, the island was invaded by Vikings, Saxons, and Normans before falling to King Edward I of England, in the 13th century. Môn is the Welsh name of Anglesey. The English name is a corrupted form of Old Norse, meaning the ‘Isle of Ongull’. Old Welsh names are Ynys Dywyll (“Dark Isle”) and Ynys y Cedairn (cedyrn or kedyrn; “Isle of brave folk”). It is the Mona of Tacitus (Ann. xiv. 29, Agr. xiv. 18), Pliny the Elder (iv. 16) and Dio Cassius (62). It is called Mam Cymru (“Mother of Wales”) by Giraldus Cambrensis. Clas Merddin, and Y fêl Ynys (honey isle) are other names. According to the Triads (67), Anglesey was once part of the mainland, as geology proves. The island was the seat of the Druids, of whom 28 cromlechs remain on uplands overlooking the sea; e.g. at Plâs Newydd. The Druids were attacked in 61 by Suetonius Paulinus, and again in 78 by Agricola. The present road from Holyhead to Llanfairpwllgwyngyll was originally a Roman road. British and Roman camps, coins and ornaments have been dug up and discussed, especially by the Hon. Mr. Stanley of Penrhos. The foundations of Holyhead are Caer Gybi Roman. As an island Môn would usually be a good defensive position and because of this it was the site of the court or Llys of the kings and princes of Gwynedd at Aberffraw. Apart from a devastating Danish raid in 853 this was to remain the case until the thirteenth century when improvements to the English navy made it indefensible. There are numerous Megalithic monuments and Menhirs present on Anglesey testifying to the presence of man-kind from pre-history. Anglesey is a relatively low-lying island with slight risings such as Parys Mountain, Cadair Mynachdy (or Monachdy, i.e., “chair of the monastery”; there is a Nanner, “convent”, not far away), Mynydd Bodafon and Holyhead Mountain. It was known as the breadbasket of Wales, referred to during the Middle Ages as Anglesey, Mother of Wales (Welsh: Môn, Mam Cymru). This gave it substantial strategic importance during the struggles between the English kings and the Welsh princes. Anglesey has many small towns scattered all around the island, making it quite evenly populated. Beaumaris (Welsh: Biwmares), to the south of the island, features Beaumaris Castle, built by Edward I as part of his campaign in North Wales. The town of Newborough (Welsh: Niwbwrch), created when the townfolk of Llanfaes were relocated to make way for the building of Beaumaris Castle, includes the site of Llys Rhosyr, another of the courts of the mediaeval Welsh princes and which features one of the oldest courtrooms in the United Kingdom. Beaumaris acts as a yachting centre for the region with many boats mored in the bay or off Gallows point. Llangefni is located in the centre of the island and is also the island’s administrative centre. The town of Menai Bridge (Welsh: Porthaethwy) expanded when the first bridge to the mainland was being built, in order to accommodate workers and construction. Up until that time Porthaethwy had been one of the principal ferry crossing points from the mainland. A short distance from this town lies Bryn Celli Ddu, a Stone Age burial mound. The town of Amlwch is situated in the northeast of the island and was once largely industrialised, having grown during the 18th century supporting the copper mining industry at Parys Mountain. The island also has the village with the longest official place name in the United Kingdom, Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Other towns and settlements include Cemaes, Benllech, Pentraeth, Gaerwen, Dwyran, Bodedern and Rhosneigr. The Anglesey Sea Zoo is a local tourist attraction, providing a look at and descriptions of local marine wildlife from lobsters to conger eels. All the fish and crustaceans on display are caught around the island and are placed in reconstructions of their natural habitat. They also make salt (evaporated from the local sea water) and commercially breed lobsters, for food, and oysters, for pearls, both from local stocks. The island’s entire rural coastline had been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and features many sandy beaches, especially along its eastern coast between the towns of Beaumaris and Amlwch and along the western coast from Ynys Llanddwyn through Rhosneiger to the little bays around Carmel Head. Tourism is now the most significant economic activity on the island. Agriculture provides the secondary source of income for the island’s economy, with the local dairies being amongst the most productive in the region. There is also a nuclear power station, at Wylfa Head on the north coast. Major industries are restricted to Holyhead which supports an aluminium smelter and the Amlwch area where the Wylfa nuclear power station is located close to a bromine extraction plant. There are a wide range of smaller industries, mostly located in industrial and business parks especially at Llangefni and Gaerwen. These industries include an abbatoir and fine chemicals manufacture as well as factories for timber production, aluminium smelting, fish farming , and food processing. There are a few lakes mostly in the west, such as Cors cerrig y daran, but rivers are few and small. There are two large water supply reservoirs operated by Dwr Cymru . These are Llyn Cefni in the centre of the island, which is fed by the headwaters of the Afon Cefni, and Llyn Alaw to the north of the island. Llyn Llywenan is the largest natural lake on the island. The climate is humid but generally equable due the effects of the gulf stream bathing the island. The land is of variable quality and it may have been more fertile in the past. Ecology and Conservation Much of Anglesey is covered with relatively intensive cattle and sheep farming aided by modern agro-chemicals. In these areas there is little of ecological conservation worth. However there are a number of important wet-land sites which have protected status. In addition the several lakes all have significant ecological interest including their support for a wide range of aquatic and semi-aquatic bird species. In the west, the Malltraeth marshes are believed to be supporting an occasional visiting Bittern and the nearby estuary of the Afon Cefni supports a bird population made internationally famous by the paintings of Charles Tunnicliffe. The sheer cliff faces at South Stack near Holyhead provide nesting sites for huge numbers of auks including Puffins, Razorbills and Guillemots together with Choughs and Peregrine falcons. Almost the entire coastline of Anglesey is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Anglesey hosted the National Eisteddfod in 1999. The geology of Anglesey is notably complex and is frequently used for geology field trips by schools and colleges. Younger strata in Anglesey rest upon a foundation of very old pre-Cambrian rocks that appear at the surface in four areas: 1. a western region including Holyhead and Llanfaethlu, 2. a central area about Aberffraw and Trefdraeth, 3. an eastern region which includes Newborough, Caerwen and Pentraeth and 4. a coastal region at Glyn Garth between Menai Bridge and Beaumaris. These pre-Cambrian rocks are schists and slates, often much contorted and disturbed. The general line of strike of the formations in the island is from north-east to south-west. A belt of granitic rocks lies immediately north-west of the central pre-Cambrian mass, reaching from Llanfaelog near the coast to the vicinity of Llanerchymedd. Between this granite and the pre-Cambrian of Holyhead is a narrow tract of Ordovician slates and grits with Llandovery beds in places; this tract spreads out in the north of the island between Dulas Bay and Carmel Point. A small patch of Ordovician strata lies on the northern side of Beaumaris. In parts, these Ordovician rocks are much folded, crushed and metamorphosed, and they are associated with schists and altered volcanic rocks which are probably pre-Cambrian. Between the eastern and central pre-Cambrian masses carboniferous rocks are found. The carboniferous limestone occupies a broad area south of Lligwy Bay and Pentraeth, and sends a narrow spur in a south-westerly direction by Llangefni to Malltraeth sands. The limestone is underlain on the north-west by a red basement conglomerate and yellow sandstone (sometimes considered to be of Old Red Sandstone age). Limestone occurs again on the north coast about Llanfihangel and Llangoed; and in the south-west round Llanidan on the border of the Menai Strait. Puffin Island is made of carboniferous limestone. Malltraeth marsh is occupied by coal measures, and a small patch of the same formation appears near Tall-y-foel Ferry on the Menai Strait. A patch of granitic and felsitic rocks form Parys Mountain, where copper and iron ochre have been worked. Serpentine (Mona Marble) is found near Llanfairynneubwll and upon the opposite shore in Holyhead. There are abundant evidences of glaciation, and much boulder clay and drift sand covers the older rocks. Patches of brown sand occur on the south-west coast. Other places of interest include:- - The working windmill at Llynnon - Ynys Llanddwyn – Lovers island - The sea zoo near Dwyran - The church in the sea on Cribinau - A motor racing track near Valley - Arthur’s seat near Beaumaris - Penmon Priory and dovecote - The town and castle of Beaumaris - Red Wharf bay and many other beaches - Cemlyn Bay for its ternery Anglesey (together with Holy Island) is one of the thirteen traditional counties of Wales. In medieval times, before the conquest of Wales in 1283, Môn often had periods of temporary independence as it was frequently bequeathed to the heirs of kings as a sub kingdom of Gwynedd. The last times this occurred were for a few years after 1171 following the death of Owain Gwynedd when the island was inherited by Rhodri ab Owain Gwynedd and again between 1246 – c.1255 when it was given to Owain Goch as his share of the kingdom. Following the conquest of Wales by Edward I it was created a county under the terms of the Statute of Rhuddlan of 1284. Prior to this it had been divided into the cantrefi of: n 1974 it formed a district of the new large administrative county of Gwynedd, until in the 1996 reform of local government it was restored as an administrative county. The county council is a unitary authority and is named “Isle of Anglesey County Council / Cyngor Sir Ynys Môn”.

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SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has been managing the New River walleye population for nearly 20 years, and the use of electrofishing is proving to be an effective way to collect data about this popular sport fish. Electrofishing is a common method of sampling fish populations to see how they’re doing in their habitat. Two electrodes are used to send electric currents through the water, which attracts fish and makes them easier to catch and study. “This is a standard sampling procedure for a lot of different species,” said Mark Scott, assistant chief of fish management for the DNR. “We can set it to different frequencies and target catfish, smaller fish and bigger fish. And it doesn’t hurt the fish. It just immobilizes them.” Once a biologist catches a fish, they weigh, measure and immediately release it back into the water. Information they collect helps the DNR set fishing regulations. DNR biologists recently used the method to study New River walleye, also known as the Eastern Highlands walleye. New River walleye thrive in the Elk, Gauley and New rivers and can be found in the Cheat, Jennings Randolph, Summersiville, Stonecoal, Tygart and Stephens lakes. Spring, during and after the spawning season, is one of the best times for walleye fishing. For more information about walleye regulations, anglers should check page 8 in their copy of the 2020 West Virginia Fishing Regulations.

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The popularity of ceramic and induction hobs has surpassed that of conventional gas cookers. Of course, there are customers for each kind, but it's critical to understand the difference between induction and glass-ceramic. Because of this, we think it's important to examine the characteristics of both induction and glass-ceramic plate types. Which stove is ideal for your kitchen? Induction or a ceramic hob? Difference between an induction hob and ceramic hob The cost is the first factor to take into account when comparing induction and ceramic hobs. For starters, induction hobs cost twice as much as glass-ceramic hobs, if not more. This is due to the revolutionary cooking mechanism that induction hobs have. When deciding between ceramic plate and induction, the cooking time must also be taken into mind. In this instance, cooking your meal using induction plates only takes half the time. The operation, energy use, and cleaning simplicity are three other key distinctions. The many attributes of ceramic and induction hobs are contrasted here. - Various ceramic hobs exist, but they all operate using an electric cooking system built around a flat, vitreous ceramic plate. - It is distinguished by both a very high thermal conductivity and a high thermal conductivity. - The ceramic hob is composed of two or even four stove-like circular resistances. - These stoves are turned on by pressing a finger button, which also controls the stove's power. - They work with a variety of containers. - Glass-ceramic plates provide gradual heating, making them perfect for cooking dishes that do not need instant heating. - The glass-ceramic plates' surface is simple to maintain. - Additionally, the effectiveness of the glass-ceramic surface is unaffected by contaminants on its surface. - High-power magnets that are driven by electricity are used in induction hobs. - Heat is produced on the metal surface above the magnet as a result of the development of a magnetic field. - The induction plates feature a smooth ceramic glass surface similar to the glass-ceramic plates, and a button controls even the heat regulation. - Induction hobs heat the metal surface twice as quickly as ceramic hobs, which is a significant distinction between the two types of hobs. - Induction hobs use half the energy of any form of the ceramic hob in terms of energy usage. - An induction hob also makes it possible to regulate the temperature at which food is cooked precisely. - Additionally, the surface cools down rapidly once the induction cooktop is switched off, making it considerably safer and simpler to clean. Choose the cooktops that suit your needs The distinction between glass ceramic and induction must constantly be kept in mind. However, it is not the only pertinent factor to take into account. We have examined the features of both kinds of plates in this comparison of induction vs. glass-ceramic plates. You must, however, take into account both your family's demands and your own. In other words, whether you pick an induction or ceramic plate cooktop, it must meet your demands and provide you with the finest performance. After choosing between an induction or ceramic cooktop, you must evaluate other crucial factors including size, design, and performance. All of this will depend on your demands and, of course, the price. You can only do this if you want to get the induction hob with the best price/quality ratio or, if necessary, the ceramic hob with the best fit. Energy consumption: ceramic hob vs induction It's crucial to consider energy use while selecting a stove. In this instance, induction plates use between 80% and 90% of the available energy. Glass-ceramic plates use around 50% more energy than other types of plates. In other words, compared to ceramic hobs, induction hobs use between 30 and 40% less energy.

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Introduction: Embracing Sustainable Energy with Small Wind Turbines In a world where environmental consciousness is on the rise, small wind turbines have emerged as a powerful and sustainable energy solution. Harnessing the power of the wind to generate electricity, these compact turbines are increasingly becoming a popular choice for residential and small-scale applications. However, the efficiency of a wind turbine relies not only on the turbine itself but also on the type and quality of batteries used for energy storage. This blog post aims to guide you through the crucial decision of choosing the right batteries to connect to your small wind turbine. From understanding the different types of batteries available to assessing their capacity and compatibility, we’ll equip you with the knowledge needed to make informed choices that align with your energy needs and sustainability goals. Types of Batteries for Small Wind Turbines When it comes to selecting batteries for your small wind turbine, several types are available, each with its own set of advantages and considerations. The most common types include lead-acid, lithium-ion, and nickel-based batteries. Lead-acid batteries have been a staple in renewable energy systems for decades. They are known for their reliability, affordability, and ease of maintenance. However, they come with certain limitations, such as a shorter lifespan and lower energy density compared to newer technologies. Lithium-ion batteries have gained popularity in recent years due to their high energy density, longer lifespan, and lighter weight. While they tend to be more expensive upfront, their efficiency and performance often justify the investment in the long run. Nickel-based batteries, including nickel-cadmium (NiCd) and nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), offer a balance between lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries. They provide a good compromise in terms of cost, performance, and environmental impact. Factors Influencing Battery Choice Choosing the right batteries for your small wind turbine involves considering various factors to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Here are some key considerations: Energy Storage Capacity: Assessing your energy storage needs is paramount. Different applications, whether residential or commercial, will have varying demands. Calculating your daily energy consumption and peak usage times will help determine the required storage capacity. Ensure that the batteries you choose are compatible with the voltage output of your small wind turbine. Mismatched voltages can lead to inefficiencies and potential damage to the system. Batteries are sensitive to temperature variations, and their performance can be affected by extreme conditions. Understanding the temperature range of your location and selecting batteries that operate optimally within that range is crucial. Cycle Life and Lifespan: The number of charge-discharge cycles a battery can undergo before losing efficiency is a critical factor. Lithium-ion batteries, for example, typically have a higher cycle life compared to lead-acid batteries. Consider the level of maintenance each battery type requires. Lead-acid batteries may need periodic water top-ups, while lithium-ion batteries are generally maintenance-free. Connecting Batteries to Your Small Wind Turbine: Best Practices Once you’ve chosen the right batteries, the next step is proper installation and maintenance. Here are some best practices for connecting batteries to your small wind turbine: Proper Wiring and Configuration: Ensure that the wiring is done correctly, following the manufacturer’s guidelines. Proper configuration of batteries in series or parallel can significantly impact the overall system voltage and capacity. Utilize a charge controller to regulate the charging and discharging of the batteries. This essential component prevents overcharging, prolonging the lifespan of the batteries and ensuring a stable energy supply. Monitoring and Maintenance: Regularly monitor the battery system’s performance and conduct routine maintenance checks. This includes inspecting connections, cleaning terminals, and ensuring proper ventilation for heat dissipation. Consider incorporating a backup power system, such as a generator or an additional energy storage solution, to ensure continuous power during periods of low wind or unexpected outages. A Sustainable Future with Small Wind Turbines and Efficient Batteries The synergy between small wind turbines and the right batteries can pave the way for a sustainable and efficient energy future. By understanding the types of batteries available, considering key factors in their selection, and implementing best practices in installation and maintenance, you can harness the full potential of clean and renewable wind energy. Investing in a small wind turbine system with the appropriate batteries not only reduces reliance on traditional power sources but also contributes to a greener and more sustainable planet. As technology continues to advance, the integration of small wind turbines and efficient battery solutions holds the promise of a brighter and cleaner energy landscape for generations to come.

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There’s a lot to know about electrical stimulation therapy including the types available, the benefits, and what conditions it may help. Here’s what you need to know so you can talk with your doctor to see if electrical stimulation therapy might be right for your dog. What is Electrical Stimulation Therapy? Electrical stimulation therapy, also known as electrotherapy or E-stim, is using low-to-mid levels of electrical current in the body. It has been used in humans successfully for years. E-stim was first introduced in racehorses, then in companion animals like dogs. The primary goals of E-stim are to strengthen muscles that have begun to atrophy, relieve pain (often following surgery or an injury), reduce stiffness and inflammation, and optimize muscle range and motion. It’s commonly used with sporting dogs (who do agility and the like) though it can be used for most dogs. Though this type of therapy isn’t often used in general veterinary practice, it’s frequently used in rehabilitation. There are two types of electrical stimulation therapies used for dogs: NMES and TENS. Both are non-invasive, non-painful, and safe therapeutic techniques that can be used in conjunction with canine physical rehabilitation techniques like cold laser therapy, heat therapy, therapeutic exercises, and others. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) stimulates muscle contraction using electrical impulses. It stimulates motor nerves in the central nervous system, often the spine. NMES helps to build muscles and has been found to be very effective in rehabilitation. NMES uses higher frequencies than TENS to strengthen muscles, causing them to contract. It’s often used in patients who are too weak to move certain muscles or muscle groups. This weakness could be due to atrophy from an injury or from a neurological issue. NMES can also be used for preventive therapy for partially or totally immobilized patients. TENS stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. It’s a type of NMES that involves the use of electrical stimulation to primarily provide pain relief. It is used in lower frequencies and targets sensory nerves to override pain impulses. To use TENS, electrode pads are placed against the animal’s skin or coat with a conductivity gel. When turned on, the unit delivers a low-level electrical current to the area touching the electrodes. The effect of TENS is short-lived, though, and may only last around an hour or so. It is sometimes used immediately post-operative to help manage pain and during therapy to help work through a potentially painful treatment. Benefits of Electrical Stimulation Therapy Electrotherapy, including both NMES and TENS, provides a number of health benefits for dogs since it can be used on both the sensory and motor nerves. It strengthens muscles and can re-educate them, reversing muscle atrophy. Electrotherapy can also provide pain control or relief, a reduction of inflammation, and promote wound healing. Electrical stimulation therapy causes change at the cellular level and at the tissue level. NMES has been found to rehabilitate muscles, prevent muscle atrophy, and maintain or increase joint mobility. TENS is generally used for pain management. Both also help with lymphatic drainage and overall circulation, providing additional benefits. The feeling of e-stim is similar to a tingling sensation and you can ask to try it out to see what it’s like before it’s used on your dog. Most dogs enjoy it once they are used to it and the sessions are comfortable and relaxing. Your dog won’t need recovery time from an electrical stimulation therapy session. The frequency and duration of electrical stimulation therapy sessions will depend on a number of factors including the type of injury or surgery, the extent of neurological or muscular damage, and your dog’s medical history. Sessions often last between 10 and 20 minutes, and they may be recommended multiple times a week during an acute period (like immediately following an injury or surgery). Because we don’t have the ability to ask about the sensation during treatment, vets start off low and slowly increase the frequency. The electrical current and duration is adjusted based on the dog’s size, weight, and response to the sensation. Should Your Dog Try E-Stim Therapy? Talk with your vet or your rehab vet to see if electrical stimulation therapy may be helpful for your dog. It’s a safe and effective treatment and one of the great tools in every rehab vet’s arsenal to help your dog live a better, happier, and healthier life. A word of caution: there are home electrical stimulation therapy kits available. Though you may be able to provide e-stim treatments at home, it’s important to only do so under a vet’s care and instruction to make sure you don’t worsen the issue.

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Does Mold Grow On... Does Mold grow on WOOD? Does Mold grow on DRY WALL? Does Mold grow on CONCRETE? Does Mold grow on BRICK? The answer to all of these is Yes! Mold spores on a surface need very little encouragement to grow and thrive. With the smallest amount of moisture, nutrients and suitable temperatures, mold spores will germinate and mold will grow. Don't be fooled that mold will not grow in the winter. We heat our homes and buildings in the winter and mold can grows in cold, uninsulated areas with low temperatures. Basements, exterior windows and walls, and closets are all popular places to find mold. Mold derives food from its environment, living on dead organic matter that is typically unseen to the naked eye such as, paper, wood products, wallpaper adhesives, dead skin cells, and dust usually containing microscopic fibers. Mold growth is more prevalent on porous materials such as dry wall and wood as there is more organic matter for feeding and sustaining life. Mold growth on concrete and brick typically grows more slowly but over time can cover large surface areas when a source of organic matter for feeding and living is still present. Humidity will boost likelihood of mold growth on concrete and brick when relative temperatures between the surface and the air are marginally different. Lack of sufficient air flow is a key factor in Mold growth. Do you think you have mold? Mold removal or mold detection is required? Mold will grow on all surfaces given the right conditions. If you suspect mold or can identify mold visually please call us at 1-888-551-0514

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For GCE (Global Citizenship Education) Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for allLearning Objectives: - Students will be able to analyze the themes of social inequality, educational disparities, and the importance of support systems within the context of "The Bad Kids." - Students will develop critical thinking skills by evaluating the documentary's arguments and evidence. - Students will be able to articulate their own perspectives on educational equity and social justice. - Film Viewing: Watch "The Bad Kids" as a class. - Discussion: Facilitate a class discussion about the key themes and characters in the film. - Research Assignment: Students will research the educational disparities and social issues addressed in the documentary, focusing on specific statistics and case studies. - Group Project: Divide students into groups to create a presentation or multimedia project exploring a specific aspect of the documentary (e.g., the impact of poverty on education, the role of alternative education, or the importance of mentorship). - Debate or Panel Discussion: Organize a debate or panel discussion on the topic of educational equity, inviting guest speakers from the community or relevant organizations. - Individual research paper or presentation - Group project presentation - Class participation and discussion - Reflective essay on the documentary and its implications for education This lesson plan provides a framework for exploring the complex issues raised in "The Bad Kids" and encourages students to develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of educational equity. "The Bad Kids" powerfully underscores the challenges faced by marginalized students, highlighting the systemic issues within the education system. The documentary showcases the resilience and determination of at-risk youth who, despite adversity, strive to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. Through the stories of these students, the film emphasizes the importance of inclusive and equitable quality education as outlined in United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4. By exposing the disparities in educational opportunities and the need for supportive learning environments, "The Bad Kids" serves as a catalyst for advocating for educational reforms and ensuring that all students have a fair chance at success. The Bad Kids and United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education are interconnected. The documentary highlights the challenges faced by marginalized students, often due to systemic issues within the education system. The film underscores the importance of inclusive and equitable quality education for all, as outlined in SDG 4. By showcasing the struggles of at-risk youth, "The Bad Kids" emphasizes the need for: - Equal access to education: The documentary highlights the disparities in educational opportunities based on socioeconomic status and background. - Relevant and engaging curriculum: The film suggests that traditional education may not be effective for all students, emphasizing the need for more diverse and relevant learning experiences. - Supportive learning environments: The documentary highlights the importance of teachers who care about their students and create a safe and supportive learning environment. - Addressing systemic issues: The film suggests that addressing issues such as poverty, inequality, and lack of resources is crucial for ensuring that all students have a fair chance at success. In essence, "The Bad Kids" serves as a powerful example of how the failure to achieve SDG 4 can have devastating consequences for individuals and communities. The film's portrayal of at-risk youth highlights the urgent need for educational reforms that prioritize equity, inclusion, and quality. The main characters in The Bad Kids are: - Principal Vonda Viland: A dedicated educator who is passionate about helping at-risk students succeed. - Lee Bridges: A young father struggling to balance his responsibilities and education. - Jennifer Coffield: A student dealing with personal challenges and seeking stability. - Joey McGee: A troubled student grappling with drug use and family issues. General Terms and Phrases At-risk youth: Young people who are vulnerable to negative outcomes due to factors like poverty, abuse, or lack of opportunities. Alternative education: Educational programs designed for students who struggle in traditional school settings. Underprivileged: Having fewer opportunities or resources compared to others. Socially disadvantaged: Facing disadvantages in society due to factors like poverty, discrimination, or lack of access to resources. Educational inequality: The unequal distribution of educational resources and opportunities. Life-changing experience: A significant event that has a profound impact on someone's life. Heartbreaking: Causing deep sadness or sorrow. Inspiring: Motivating or stimulating someone to do or feel something. Eye-opening: Revealing something previously unknown or unexpected. These individuals represent the diverse experiences and challenges faced by many students in the film. Drop out: To quit school before completing it. Get kicked out: To be expelled from school. Second chance: An opportunity to do something again after failing or making a mistake. Tough break: A difficult or unfortunate situation. Behind the curve: Falling behind in school or in life. Lost cause: A person or situation considered hopeless or beyond help. Making a difference: Having a positive impact on someone or something. Turning things around: Improving one's situation or circumstances. United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education Goal 4 of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. This goal recognizes the transformative power of education in shaping individuals, societies, and the world at large. Key targets under this goal include: - Free and equitable primary and secondary education: Ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, have access to quality education at the primary and secondary levels. - Early childhood development: Providing early childhood development programs to prepare young children for primary education. - Equal access to higher education: Ensuring that everyone, regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status, has equal opportunities to pursue higher education. - Relevant skills for employment: Equipping students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the workforce. By achieving these targets, the United Nations aims to reduce poverty, promote gender equality, and foster sustainable development.

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In a span of less than two weeks, Canada announced the elimination of its penny and the Royal Canadian Mint released newly modernized $1 and $2 coins. On March 29, 2012, the Canadian government said it will eliminate the penny with Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty explaining "It’s a currency without currency." Included as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan 2012, production on the one-cent coin by the Royal Canadian Mint will stop this month. Distribution of the lowest denomination coin will continue until fall 2012. After that, commerce transactions using cash will either need to be rounded up or down depending on their total. The elimination of the penny is expected to save the Canadian government an estimated $11 million a year. That is because the coin costs the government more to produce than it is worth, with recent figures showing the penny taking 1.6 cents to produce. "We will eliminate the penny," stated Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty in his 2012 federal budget speech. "Pennies take up too much space on our dressers at home. They take up far too much time for small businesses trying to grow and create jobs. It costs taxpayers a penny-and-a-half every time we make one. We will, therefore, stop making them. Canadians might wonder why this was not done earlier." This move is not a unique one for a government to make. Australia, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom have all either completed the transition away from the cent or are in the process. In the United States, the idea has been floated several times in the past and is likely to appear again. The cost of the one-cent coin is higher in the U.S. with the 2011 United States Mint Annual Report stating it took 2.41 cents to produce each one last year. A majority of that cost can directly be attributed to higher prices for the zinc and copper used to strike each coin. However, the Mint also points out that production was down due to lower demand. The cent will remain as the smallest unit for pricing goods and service in Canada. However once distribution of the coin ends, consumers and businesses will need to adjust their practices. Those wishing to use the coins for purchases will still be able to do so, but cash transactions will typically be rounded up or down after the phase-out of the cent. Transaction totals ending in 1, 2, 6 or 7 cents will be rounded down to the nearest five-cent increment. Those transactions resulting in a total of 3, 4, 8 or 9 cents will be rounded up. Non-cash transactions such as debit and credit card use will not be affected by the change with those totals remaining as they are with no-rounding. New Canadian $1 Loonie and $2 Toonie Coins The Royal Canadian Mint is pleased to announce that a new generation of one-dollar and two-dollar circulation coins, which incorporate advanced security features and are manufactured with the Mint’s patented multi-ply plated steel technology begins circulating today. More cost-effective than their predecessors and unprecedented in their security, these new coins retain the "Common Loon" and "Polar Bear" designs and physical appearance familiar to millions of Canadian consumers and businesses. Existing one-dollar and two-dollar coins remain legal tender and will continue to circulate alongside this new generation of circulation coins. "As an industry leader and innovator focused on delivering the best quality and value to its customers, the Mint is pleased to have produced a new generation of one-dollar and two-dollar circulation coins which set new standards in cost-effectiveness, durability and security," said Ian E. Bennett, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. "By combining the Mint’s patented multi-ply plated steel technology and sophisticated security features never before seen on Canadian coinage, our new high-denomination circulation coins reinforce the modern and innovative reputation of Canada’s currency system." The new one-dollar and two-dollar coins are manufactured at the Mint’s facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba using the same patented multi-ply plated steel (MPPS) technology from which Canada’s lower denomination circulation coins have been made since 2001. This proven technology, by which a steel core is plated with alternating layers of different metals such as copper, nickel and brass, employs far less metals than alloy coins and produces highly cost-effective circulation coins. The Mint’s ability to control the plating thickness of each metal layer also provides greater flexibility in controlling electromagnetic signatures. This makes the security of MPPS coins superior to non-plated alloy coins of the same dimensions. Thanks to the superior advantages of its patented technology, the Mint’s Winnipeg facility has been producing MPPS circulation coins for a growing list of international customers looking for the best combination of cost-effectiveness, quality and security. The next generation of one-dollar and two-dollar circulation coins also incorporates new, visible security features which further enhance the security and integrity of Canada’s coinage system. The reverse (or tails side) of both coins features a laser mark micro-engraving, and the two-dollar coin also contains a virtual image and edge-lettering. With the exception of these additional security features, the new coins will have the same diameter and thickness as the current coins. These changes to the one-dollar and two-dollar circulation coins, which support the effort to modernize Canada’s currency system, are permanent. The new coins will soon appear in general circulation and will be available through daily business transactions across Canada. All previous versions of the one-dollar and two-dollar circulation coins issued since 1987 and 1996, respectively, remain legal tender and will continue to circulate as usual. Learn more at: http://www.mint.ca/store/mint/learn/new-1-and-2-6800002 About the Royal Canadian Mint The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown Corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada’s circulation coins. An ISO 9001-2008 certified company, the Mint is recognized as one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, offering a wide range of specialized, high quality coinage products and related services on an international scale. For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit www.mint.ca.

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What on earth is resting metabolism? Resting metabolism, also known as resting metabolic rate or RMR for short, is the basic amount of energy you’ll expend in a day, just to maintain the body’s basic function. I.e. The stuff that needs to happen to keep you alive. We can use this figure, along with your activity energy expenditure and your dietary-induced thermogenesis to calculate your total daily energy expenditure. I know what you may be thinking: “Sounds complicated. Why would we want to know that?” By using your RMR and daily energy expenditure, we can deliver far more accurate and effective nutritional advice. Because while it’s not quite as simple as just working out ‘calories in vs. calories out’, this does have a significant bearing on how your body composition changes. What dictates RMR? A few things, actually. Body composition is the largest factor in your RMR. Active tissues, such as muscle and bone, need energy while at rest to maintain structure and form. Fat, on the other hand, uses little to no energy at rest. This means the leaner or more muscular someone is, the greater their resting metabolism – and we know that fat-free mass accounts for approximately 70% of RMR. There are other factors at play, however. Genetic factors, thyroid function, protein turnover, liver activity and adrenaline production all influence the RMR figure. Can we affect our RMR? When it comes to achieving your health and fitness goals, there are a few factors we can influence – such as calories consumed or amount of exercise. But if we were able to raise your RMR, this would lead to an increased energy expenditure each day – independent of needing an increase in activity levels – which would help maintain a positive body composition. The problem with the popular discussion amongst many coaches and trainers around raising metabolic rate is there’s historically been no clear information on what can raise it chronically, and to what extent. But you know us, we’re only interested in research-based fact, not hearsay. Fortunately, a recent study published in the Journal of Sports Sciences (Mackenzie-Shalders et al, 2020) has looked to summarise the existing data and answer the question with more clarity. After reviewing 1,669 studies that discussed and investigated metabolism in some form, 18 were deemed to be of high enough value and validity to be studied further. These studies looked at the effect of exercise regimes – both aerobic and resistance-based – on RMR, independent of any health outcomes. The pooled study data showed that, on average, RMR increased by 74 kcal per day after an exercise programme. Bad news though: Given the wide range in data, this finding was not deemed ‘statistically significant’, meaning we can’t confirm it’s a true increase. There was good news, however: When the study looked at exercise regimes separately – and looked at the results of aerobic vs. resistance-based exercise – the findings were more interesting. They found that while aerobic exercise didn’t have a significant impact on RMR, resistance exercise did. In fact it led to an increase of over 96 kcal per day – the equivalent of 2 ginger nut biscuits or a banana. The likely reason being resistance based training is more anabolic or ’tissue-building’, meaning most individuals will develop more active tissue which, as we know, expends more energy when at rest. What does this mean in real terms? I’m aware that today’s Sciencecast has been a touch more ‘jargon-heavy’ than previous editions, so what do these findings actually mean? Firstly, in addition to acutely improving our levels of physical activity, we can look to chronically develop our RMR, meaning we can maintain optimal body composition and maximise our health. Secondly, while we know the exact impact, we know that resistance based training is most effective for developing RMR, so should be a key part of your exercise programme. And since It’s likely that it’s the muscle-building component of this style of training has the biggest effect, progressive overload is key to achieving your results. That’s not to say that aerobic training doesn’t have any health benefits, but it has no real positive impact on your RMR. But remember, while exercise is beneficial for creating a calorie deficit, diet and nutrition are the most effective. You can’t outrun a bad diet!

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What do know about OA? First, medicine considers it ‘idiopathic i.e. ‘no specific cause’, and different from trauma induced OA. Young people can suffer from it, prevalence increases significantly with age. Comorbidities are common e.g. hypertension, obesity, diabetes, COPD, CAD and stroke, disorders heavily influenced by diet / life-style. Patients with previous hand OA have increased likelihood of incident knee and hip OA (independent of weight). Such facts support a systemic (think diet/lifestyle) cause for idiopathic OA. Yet: - excess weight and - repetitive tasks (kneeling, squatting heavy lifting) are commonly listed as key causes of OA development. Let’s consider the following. The amount of weight carried by joints is ordered: ankle > knee > hip. Taken at face value, this would suggest that occurrence of OA should be lowest in hips, more frequent in knees and greatest in ankles. In line with this, hip OA makes up around 19% of cases, knee OA 41%, yet ankle OA bucks the theory and is unexpectedly rare, about 4% of OA cases and weight doesn’t explain why 30% of OA cases involve the hands. Research at Duke University medical school shows that the weight carried by each joint does affect joint function, but in a very surprising way. It turns out that when a joint carries more weight the body compensates for the increased load on cartilage by increasing a thing called cartilage ‘protein turnover’. The concept is actually quite simple. Protein turnover is the rate at which new fully functional proteins are synthesised to replace older worn-out proteins, which are broken down. The faster this occurs the more, new proteins you have and the stronger your cartilage. If fact, protein turnover is a de facto marker for a tissue’s ability to be able to repair itself and protein turnover increases from hips to knees to ankles so that each joint can handle its extra load. Given all of the above, it’s much more likely that OA just develops along with (but not because of) obesity. In this model, obesity and OA (along with the other comorbidities listed above) likely develop as a result of metabolic derangements, eventually caused by poor diet/lifestyle. But why so much knee OA? Some studies do not differentiate between OA caused by previous trauma and idiopathic OA. Importantly previous traumatic knee and ankle injuries increase the relative prevalence of both knee and ankle OA. Indeed, traumatic injury is one of the strongest risk factors for subsequent OA. The knee just happens to be relatively unprotected by surrounding tissue and the most easily and commonly injured joint. So traumatic knee injury (but not including simple wear & tear) contributes to the overall increased prevalence of all cause OA in this joint. Differentiating non-traumatic OA is important because, without traumatic injury idiopathic OA is, ironically, much more likely to occur among sedentary individuals. So, first eat right, then exercise regularly by doing both cardio & strength work, keep your joints strong and so lose a little weight! Just be more careful and don’t get yourself a major joint injury. Article Written + Submitted by: Andreas Klein Nutritionist + Remedial Therapist from Beautiful Health + Wellness P: 0418 166 269

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Realistic perspective views of the Martian surface can be generated from data acquired by the stereo and colour channels of the High Resolution Stereo Camera (HRSC) on ESA's Mars Express spacecraft, which are oriented at an angle with respect to the planet's surface. As a joint undertaking by DLR, ESA and FU Berlin, the Mars Express HRSC images are published under a Creative Commons licence since December 2014: ESA/DLR/FU Berlin, CC BY-SA 3.0 IGO. This licence will also apply to all HRSC images released to date. In the centre of the image, a depression can be seen between the chains of hills in Phlegra Montes, into which material with plastic properties has flowed – presumably from higher altitude regions – partially filling it. In general, the material appears to have moved downslope from the chains of hills; 'lobate debris aprons' have formed at the downstream end. The mountains in the foreground are about 2000 metres high.

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If you search for dyslexia tutoring programs, you will find that there are a variety of them available. During my years of dyslexia tutoring, I have often been asked by parents what the differences are between these various programs. The truth is, sometimes the differences in these dyslexia programs are very minor, and in other cases, they are fundamental. Many dyslexia tutoring programs are derived from the Orton-Gillingham Method. The “O.G. Method”, as it is sometimes called, was developed many years ago by Samuel Orton, a neuropsychiatrist, and Anna Gillingham, an experienced educator. The Orton-Gillingham Method, and derived programs, have been very successful when put into practice by dyslexia tutors around the world. In my experience, the most successful dyslexia tutoring programs are based on the O.G. Method in one way or another. The Groth Method, which we use here at Dyslexia Connect Online Tutoring, is derived from the O.G. Method. With the Groth Method, we have taken the methods and techniques that have proven to be the most effective over the years and added our own elements to make the program dynamic and successful. Our students have found a tremendous amount of success by being trained in our method. You can read some of their success stories by clicking on “Testimonials” in the menu bar. Regardless of the different names that programs go by, there are some very fundamental elements that a dyslexia tutoring program needs to have to be successful in helping dyslexia students. These are: 1. A Phonics Approach: A Phonics approach is vital to helping dyslexic students make progress. This is necessary because dyslexic students do not acquire language the same way that non-dyslexic children do. A child who does not have dyslexia may be able to pick up letter sounds, letter combination sounds, and syllable rules as they go along, even if they are not presented in a structured format; but this is extremely difficult for a dyslexic child to do. A dyslexic child needs a structured, phonetic approach to help them flourish as a reader and a speller. A good dyslexia program also needs repetition. Now, this doesn’t mean it has to be boring! Here at Dyslexia Connect, we use a fair amount of repetition in our program, because this is what our dyslexic students need. However, we provide enough variety with that repetition to keep it fun! A successful dyslexia tutoring program needs repetition built into it, if it is going to be effective with dyslexic students. 3. It Needs to be Fun and Interesting: A good dyslexia tutoring program also needs to be fun and interesting! If a program is not fun and interesting, it is not going to keep the attention of a dyslexic child very well. At Dyslexia Connect, we have gone to great lengths to make our method fun and interesting for our students. When a program has these qualities, it will hold the interest of dyslexic students, and as a result, be much more effective than something that is boring to them. If you would like to learn more about our online dyslexia tutoring program, try clicking on “Online Tutoring” and “About Us” in the menu bar.

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Steve Bell is a lecturer at the University of Southampton and a member of the British Society of Audiology’s (BSA) Special Interest Group in Electrophysiology. Given the current surge in interest in electrophysiology, both in rehabilitation and diagnostic arenas, Steve was invited to give some thoughts on new directions in electrophysiology, focussing primarily on Clinical applications of auditory electrophysiology but also touching on a surprising link between electrophysiology and telepathy research. To understand where we are going it helps to have some idea of where we have come from: back in 1929, Hans Berger first documented neural potentials from the scalp. It is thought that Berger was actually searching for a source of telepathy following some strange personal events. Sadly Hans never proved telepathy, but his discovery of the electroencephalogram (EEG) had great impact in the field of neurology. Shortly after, in 1939, Pauline Davis demonstrated that the human EEG altered with auditory stimulation, an early demonstration of an auditory evoked potential. A problem was (and still is) that the electrical signals generated in the auditory system are small compared to the electrical activity from the rest of the brain and body, so they are challenging to measure. The 1950s and 60s saw the development of computer-based technology for coherent averaging of brain responses (which reduces interfering activity so that the response is seen more clearly). Improvements in measurement technology led to a rapid discovery of different evoked potentials. The auditory late response was initially used for clinical measurements of hearing threshold, although this was superseded for clinical measurement by the auditory brainstem response, which is smaller but has the advantage of being unaltered by attention so it can be used on sleeping infants. “In 1939, Pauline Davis demonstrated that the human EEG altered with auditory stimulation, an early demonstration of an auditory evoked potential.” More recently, the response of the brain to modulations in a signal have been discovered at Terrence Picton’s lab (and by parallel Australian researchers), the so called ‘steady state’ responses. These are only tens of billionths of a volt in size. It is fascinating that by simply putting a few electrodes on the scalp, it is possible to record such tiny signals from the brain. Nonetheless these methods are now widely used for clinical measurements, in some countries in preference to the auditory brainstem response. Arguably the biggest impact of evoked response measurement for hearing care has been the introduction of neonatal hearing screening. The Wessex trial demonstrated that otoacoustic emission and evoked response testing combined is highly sensitive to detect infant hearing problems. Hearing thresholds can then be measured with brainstem responses within weeks of birth. In the UK this led to the introduction of universal screening. As a consequence, the average age of a child with hearing impairment being fitted with a hearing aid has fallen from well over a year to around three months of age. Evidence suggests that early intervention maximises the ability of a hearing impaired child to develop speech and language. However it has led to a new challenge: although we can detect hearing loss and fit a hearing aid by a few weeks of age, how do we know that the hearing aid is working? Such young babies do not respond to sounds consistently and we can’t ask them how a hearing aid sounds. One approach to try and evaluate an infant’s hearing aid is to measure auditory late responses to speech sounds. A challenge with doing this is that the late response is attention dependent and infants have variable attention. However Suzanne Purdy and colleagues showed that with the appropriate stimulus to control attention, late responses can be recorded in infants. Before a method can be accepted for clinical use, issues such as reliability need to be evaluated. Currently a clinical trial in Australia is evaluating the use of cortical evoked responses in infant hearing aid fitting. Auditory late responses may be able to demonstrate the benefit of frequency compression for infants (Figure 1). Manchester University are currently funded by the National Institute of Health Research to explore the reliability and acceptability to parents of cortical evoked responses to test infants with hearing impairment. Soon we hope to have a better understanding of how the auditory late response may fit into the care pathway of the hearing impaired child. Figure 1. Example auditory late responses recorded from a hearing impaired infant to the sound, ‘t’. The blue line is with no frequency compression. The red line with frequency compression activated in the hearing aid. The response appears to increase with frequency compression activated. This may indicate that frequency compression is allowing the brain access to the high frequency information in /t/speech sound. Data from the thesis of Katie Ireland, University of Southampton, 2013. A technical issue is that these cortical responses are evoked by short repeating speech tokens (e.g. /da/) but modern hearing aids are complex non-linear devices that may not respond in the same way to short sounds as to running speech. Ideally we would like to play running speech and show that this activates the brain of someone with a hearing aid or cochlear implant, to demonstrate that they have access to speech. At a recent conference Terry Picton made a call to hearing researchers to move towards measuring evoked responses to speech. For running speech we lose the benefit of signal averaging to improve data quality, which is a challenge. However extending the steady state measurement approach to speech appears promising. David Purcell has developed short repeating sentences where the brain response to each acoustic feature in the sentence can be measured . Use of this approach for clinical hearing aid evaluation is under investigation. In line with Picton’s suggestion, in Southampton we are funded by EPSRC Grant EP/M026728/1 in order to explore how brain responses to speech might be used to evaluate and adjust hearing aids to optimise fittings for individuals. “Arguably the biggest impact of evoked response measurement for hearing care has been the introduction of neonatal hearing screening.” The current drive towards wearable tech may also have clinical application. Danilo Mandic and colleagues have shown that EEG signals can be measured from electrodes embedded in an earmould (Figure 2). This raises the possibility that a hearing aid could in principle measure the brain response of a user and test if speech signals received at the hearing aid microphone give a corresponding response in the brain of the user, or automatically adjust itself if not. An interesting by-product of ear level EEG is that heart activity and other biomedical signals can be measured from such sensors, which raises the possibility of a hearing aid becoming a personalised health monitor. Figure 2. EEG embedded in an earmould. Moving from the lab to clinical application is always a challenge. One application of auditory evoked potentials that has been recently demonstrated in the lab is to track auditory attention . This raises the prospect of a brain-controlled hearing aid that can steer itself to what the user wants to listen to. The European Union currently funds the ‘COCOHA’ project exploring this possibility, although a wearable device may be some way off. These are exciting times in auditory electrophysiology. I hope I have given a feel for some research areas which could be near to having clinical impact and some which are more focussed on the horizon. It is not yet clear if we have reached the limits of what can be measured or understand exactly what can be translated for clinical use. Although of course it is important to be pragmatic about what will really help patients. At some point we reach the realm of science fiction. Possibly we already have: last year scientists in Washington demonstrated direct brain to brain communication by transmitting the EEG of one subject on an object detection task to another via magnetic brain stimulation. The second subject chose objects correctly a lot better than by chance . Brain to brain communication is telepathy, by other means. If only Hans Berger had been around to see it. 1. Lutman ME, Davis AC, Fortnum HM, Wood S. Field sensitivity of targeted neonatal hearing screening by transient-evoked otoacoustic emissions. Ear and Hearing 1997;18:265-76. 2. Easwar V, Purcell DW, Aiken SJ, et al. Effect of Stimulus Level and Bandwidth on Speech-Evoked Envelope Following Responses in Adults With Normal Hearing. Ear Hear 2015;36(6):619-34. 3. Choi I, Rajaram S, Varghese LA, Shinn-Cunningham BG. Quantifying attentional modulation of auditory-evoked cortical responses from single-trial electroencephalography. Front Hum Neurosci 2013;4(7):115. 4. Stocco A, Prat CS, Losey DM, et al. Playing 20 Questions with the Mind: Collaborative Problem Solving by Humans Using a Brain-to-Brain Interface. PLoS One 2015;10(9):e0137303. Declaration of Competing Interests: None declared.

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Diarrhoea in dogs can occur for many reasons, and when it occurs it’s worth considering why in the hope you can prevent it in the future. This guide delves right into diarrhoea (sounds gross, right!), with info on what to do to prevent it or treat it naturally. What causes diarrhoea in dogs? There are lots of reasons why dogs develop diarrhoea, the most common of which is food related. Sudden dietary changes, the introduction of new foods, allergies to certain commercial dog foods, inappropriate leftovers or picking something up outside can all cause loose stools. Parasites can also cause intermittent diarrhoea, as can viral and bacterial infections and certain medications such as heartworm preventatives. And of course, just like in humans, sometimes stress can trigger an attack of the runs. Hunching, straining, fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, and dehydration are all symptoms of an upset tummy. If your dog is otherwise healthy, an occasional episode of loose stool is not a problem and is usually over very quickly by itself. But if your pooch suffers from chronic diarrhoea, it can be a serious issue for their health, particularly if he’s a Pup or a Senior. When to get help If your dog has a bout of diarrhoea but then seems normal, just keep an eye on him. But if you notice she’s sluggish, there is blood in the stools, your dog feels warm to touch, or not behaving like his usual self, or if you are in any way worried, please call your Vet. If your dog seems fine otherwise but is experiencing recurrent bouts of diarrhoea, your Vet will usually recommend a sending a stool sample off for analysis to help identify any underlying causes. How to treat dog diarrhoea at home If you have an otherwise healthy adult dog, it is recommended that you fast them – that is not feed them at all – for at least 12 hours. Please ensure fresh water is always available. Then you can offer a bland, fat free diet of 50% lean chicken mince or roo mince plus 50% mashed pumpkin or sweet potato, cooked. We also recommend adding a herb called Slippery Elm, available from your Health Food Shop. Add half a teaspoon per 5kg of bodyweight. Please don’t use fatty meats such as beef, pork or lamb, or rice. Once the stools start to firm, we suggest adding some Kefir Probiotic drink to the meals. Things should improve in 3-5 days. If they don’t, please speak to your Vet.

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An international team of researchers have been using Diamond Light Source to examine what could be the future of computer storage, with results published in Science. The action centres on a new device made from a novel antiferromagnetic material, which holds the promise of ultra-high density data storage. It uses spintronics rather than electronics to store the data making it resistant to external magnetic fields, and external radiation, and it remains stable when the power is turned off. Furthermore, this all happens at room temperature in a material that is relatively easy to make. Ref: Electrical switching of an antiferromagnet. Science (2016) | DOI: 10.1126/science.aab1031

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Here is more relevant industry knowledge about Bottle Jack A bottle jack is a type of hydraulic jack that is designed to lift heavy objects. It consists of a cylindrical body, which contains hydraulic fluid and a piston that is connected to a lifting pad or saddle. The jack is operated by pumping a handle or lever, which forces the hydraulic fluid into the cylinder and causes the piston to rise, lifting the load. Bottle jacks are commonly used in automotive repair and maintenance, as they are capable of lifting vehicles off the ground to allow for tire changes or repairs. They are also used in construction, manufacturing, and other industries where heavy loads need to be lifted or supported. Some of the advantages of using a bottle jack include: High lifting capacity: Bottle jacks are capable of lifting heavy loads, with lifting capacities ranging from a few tons up to 50 tons or more. Compact size: Bottle jacks are generally small and compact, making them easy to store and transport. Versatility: Bottle jacks can be used in a variety of settings and for a variety of applications, including lifting vehicles, supporting structures, and lifting heavy machinery. Stability: Bottle jacks are generally stable when used on a level surface, as the wide base and low center of gravity help to prevent tipping. Durability: Bottle jacks are typically constructed from durable materials, such as steel or aluminum, and are designed to withstand heavy use and abuse. What are the characteristics of bottle jack Some common characteristics of a bottle jack include: Lifting capacity: Bottle jacks are designed to lift heavy loads, with lifting capacities ranging from a few tons up to 50 tons or more. Hydraulic system: Bottle jacks use a hydraulic system to lift the load, with hydraulic fluid stored in the cylinder and pumped via a handle or lever to raise the piston. Compact size: Bottle jacks are generally small and compact, with a cylindrical body that is typically around 6-8 inches in diameter and 8-12 inches in height. Lifting range: The lifting range of a bottle jack varies depending on the specific model, but is typically around 7-12 inches. Lifting pad or saddle: Bottle jacks typically have a lifting pad or saddle that contacts the load being lifted, with the saddle often made from a flat metal surface or a ball-shaped design to help distribute the load evenly. Safety features: Some bottle jacks come with safety features such as overload protection or pressure relief valves to prevent the jack from being used beyond its capacity. Materials: Bottle jacks are typically made from durable materials such as steel or aluminum, with a powder-coated finish to help prevent rust and corrosion."

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© Flickr | Asian Development Bank Public development banks invest around USD 2.7 trillion annually, more than 10 percent of the total annual amount invested by all public and private actors. Civil society organizations criticize that far too much of this money still flows into climate-damaging activities, and that development banks and many of their main shareholders are not doing enough to help countries fight climate change. In 2015, 2017, and 2018, various multilateral development banks (MDBs) pledged to support the goals of the Paris Agreement and to align their investments accordingly. This entails consistency with limiting global warming to 1.5°C, with increasing resilience to the physical impacts of climate change, and with a socially just transition to resilient and decarbonised economies and societies. Since then, MDBs have made important steps towards this goal, for example publishing a joint methodology for Paris alignment. Qualitative improvements and effective implementation are however vitally important to ensure that MDBs can use their investments to support the urgently needed transformation as quickly and as effectively as possible. Many national development banks are also making efforts to make their investments climate-compatible, with widely varying approaches and progress. In addition, there are calls for fundamental reforms of the international financial system, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the MDBs, to free financial flows for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and loss and damage at the necessary scale and with respective impact. The work of Germanwatch on development banks and climate Germanwatch has been supporting MDBs since 2017 in their efforts to align their investments with the Paris Climate Agreement, together with the NewClimate Institute, the World Resources Institute, and (since January 2023) E3G. We have produced several working papers with recommendations for what the multilateral development banks should consider when designing their frameworks for Paris compatibility. In 2023, six multilateral development banks have reached their self-imposed deadlines for the alignment of their projects with the Paris Agreement. We have analysed 60 of their projects and present the somewhat sobering findings in our blog post – with recommendations for greater transparency. The Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) play a substantial role in the global transition to low-carbon, climate-resilient economies and societies. This paper examines how the MDBs aim to put Paris alignment into practice. The analysis highlights both shortcomings and best practice in the joint MDB methodological principles, and the specific Paris-alignment methodologies of the World Bank, EBRD, IDB, and AIIB. It does this with a particular view to providing constructive input for upcoming reviews and revisions of those methodologies. The international climate finance architecture is a complex landscape in which multilateral development banks (MDBs) play a prominent role. In addition to bilateral climate finance flows, donor countries provide international climate finance directly to MDBs, as well as to multilateral climate funds such as the Green Climate Fund (GCF), Global Environmental Facility (GEF), Adaptation Fund (AF) and Climate Investment Funds (CIF), which MDBs also tap into for project finance. In March 2023 the IDB Group published its “Paris Alignment Implementation Approach: Principles, Methodology, and Technical Guidance” (PAIA). The document is based on the joint MDB framework and lays out how the IDB plans to adapt the framework to its own institutional procedures. This blog post provides an overview on what are promising, concerning and unclear elements in the IDB Group’s general Paris alignment methodology. Following the release of their ‘Instrument Methods’ for Paris alignment, the World Bank Group published accompanying sector notes for Energy and Extractives; Agriculture and Food; Transport; Environment, Natural Resources and Blue Economy; Water; as well as Urban, Resilience, Disaster Risk Management, and Land. The notes detail the approach to assess whether different types of projects in these sectors are aligned with the Paris Agreement. The World Bank Group will update the notes, and will publish six more for additional sectors. In this blog we look at whether the approaches in the notes are sufficient to avoid financial flows that conflict with the Paris Agreement. Policy Briefs und Statements: Update on the Paris Alignment of MDBs: Myth Buster Series: Alignment of Development Finance with the Paris Agreement (2022) Supporters of Germanwatch in this sector (excerpt):

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SHAPING UP: Seven natural ways to boost your immune system in time for winter And, we’re seeing a spike in Covid-19 cases in the North East at the moment. So, it’s important to give your immune system a boost to stay healthy and avoid being ill over the Autumn and Winter months. Hide AdSure, the flu jab can help, but here are some natural ways to boost your immune system over the next few months: Plenty of Exercise Exercise is one of the most effective ways of preventing a cold. When you work out there is an increase of white blood cells circulating around your body which can improve your body’s ability to fight infection. If you already have a cold, taking part in some light exercise can help you along on the road to recovery. However, you must take note of your body’s response to the activity. If you feel like you’re straining yourself too much, then it may be a good idea to stop. When you’re stressed there is an increase in the hormone cortisol. High cortisol levels over a long period of time can lead to a less effective immune system. Get Enough Sleep Hide AdLack of sleep can be a key contributor to colds and flu because there is a reduction of infection-fighting antibodies and cells when you’re tired. So, if you’re feeling a little run down opt for an early night over a Netflix binge. Drink More Water Supermarkets are full of health-boosting drinks, but one of the most powerful drinks you can have is water. Staying hydrated is really important for your immune system, because it helps your kidneys flush toxins out of the body. Drink Less Alcohol Hide AdDrinking alcohol can damage the cells in the body that help the immune system. So, too much alcohol over time can increase the risk of bacterial and viral infections. A lack of vitamin D can lead to a weak immune system. Foods like egg yolks, mushrooms, salmon and tuna contain vitamin D, so make sure you include these in your diet. If you don’t eat those foods you could also consider a vitamin D supplement. Choose a supplement that contains D3 (cholecalciferol), because it’s better at raising your blood levels of vitamin D. Drink Green Tea Green tea contains a high level of antioxidants, called flavonoids, which have many health benefits, including boosting your immune system. Strawberry Cheesecake Bread TOTAL TIME: 70 minutes CALORIES PER PORTION: 324 125g cream cheese 2 tbsp caster sugar 300g self-raising flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 200g strawberries, finely sliced 2 bananas, mashed (overly ripe) 125g butter, melted 2 tbsp honey Preheat oven to 190°C/375oF/Gas 5. Grease a 10cm x 24cm loaf tin with a little butter and line with baking paper. Hide AdNext, beat together the cream cheese and caster sugar until smooth. In a separate large bowl, mix together the self-raising flour and baking powder. Add the strawberries and gently toss to combine. Whisk together the banana, eggs, butter, honey and milk and pour it into the bowl of dry ingredients. Very gently mix to combine (try not to overmix). Pour half the mixture into the pan, followed by a layer of the cream cheese. Pour the remaining banana bread mixture on top. Hide AdSmooth the surface and top with an extra strawberry or banana slices. Cook for 45-50 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. 10-MIUNTE BEGINNERS LEG WORKOUT This beginners leg workout is low impact so it’s quite easy on your joints and you can take everything at your own pace.Before you start the workout go to the East Coast Fitness Facebook Page to watch the short demo video to make sure you get the correct technique.20 seconds SQUATS 20 seconds SQUATS WITH CALF RAISE 20 seconds SQUATS WITH KNEE DRIVE 20 seconds SQUAT PULSES 20 seconds BRIDGES 20 seconds rest

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At the beginning of the realization of optical fiber communication technology, it has received great attention from all walks of life, especially in the military field. With the development of the times, optical fiber technology has been perfectly integrated with the military field and its status is getting higher and higher. Most of the equipment used fiber optic technology, which greatly improved the military combat effectiveness of the US military and promoted the development of the military field. - Tactical communications application Optical fiber communication has been widely used in the military fields of countries all over the world through the use of light waves as carriers and transmission media as optical fibers. The traditional military communication technology does not meet the needs of modern military development. The application of fiber-optic communication technology in military communications can adapt to various complex environmental conditions and greatly enhance the command and combat capability of the military. In modern military warfare, the quality of communication technology often affects the changes in the situation of war. Therefore, there are strict requirements on the quality and efficiency of communication technology. First, military communication technology is different from civilian communication technology. The civilian communication network is relatively large, and the military communication network is smaller and more targeted. Therefore, in network construction, it is usually a wireless communication method based on optical fiber communication. In the transmission and transmission of signals, multi-band, multi-method and multi-line communication methods are adopted, which are more targeted and accurate in signal transmission and transmission. And confidentiality is better. Secondly, due to the small signal interference and strong anti-electromagnetic interference of fiber-optic communication, it can adapt to various complex battlefield environments and can complete signal transmission with high quality, which is conducive to gaining war advantage. Finally, fiber-optic communication is small in size and relatively mobile, and can be effectively applied to machinery and equipment, which is conducive to the construction of the battlefield command, avoiding the distance limitation of traditional cable laying and the trouble of cable connection. 2. Application in navy In modern naval battles, underwater anti-submarine missions are particularly important. By detecting the trajectory of underwater submersibles and accurately finding the position of the submarine, it is very important both in offensive and defensive. The specific workflow is to establish an Underwater anti-submarine network system, real-time monitoring of underwater, mainly consists of three parts including hydrophone, fiber transmission cable and data processing center. The signal of the submarine is transmitted to the command center through the optical fiber line by the hydrophone, and the data information is analyzed to determine the position and heading of the submarine, and the operational plan is determined according to the actual situation. Then, the use of fiber-optic communication technology to complete the cleaning of mines, mainly by the minesweeper and the floating carrier to establish a two-way transmission of fiber-optic communications, through the floating carrier to collect and transmit signals to complete the mine detection, and thus clean. 3. Application on the Army (1) Application in optical fiber guidance Missiles and torpedoes are two of the main aspects of fiber-guided weapons. The principle of optical fiber guidance is similar to the traditional remote control method. The main difference is that fiber optic interface, photoelectric converter and optical fiber line are used on the weapon to form artificial intelligence weapon. The target image is transmitted to the control in real time by using fiber optic technology communication. Personnel, this type of operation is highly accurate, greatly improving the range of the missile and achieving high-quality combat missions. (2) Application on radar The use of fiber-optic communication technology on military radar can effectively improve the anti-interference ability of radar and terminal equipment, avoid the leakage of data during transmission, and also contribute to the security of the information center. The traditional radar antenna is relatively large. The concealment is not strong, it is easy to be discovered by the enemy, and some means of attack are taken, which greatly increases the security risks of intelligence collectors and positions. Mainly because the traditional cable signal transmission is limited by bandwidth, the distance between the information center and the radar should not exceed 300 meters. The use of fiber optic technology can make the information center 10 kilometers away from the radar, which greatly increases the security. (3) Application on night vision In order to ensure the military’s need for nighttime operations, the invention of night vision devices played an important role, and the application of fiber optic technology to night vision devices can be used to help rifle aiming, protect eyepieces, observe at night, and so on. At present, night vision devices are constantly being updated and upgraded, and the use of optical fiber components can greatly improve the clarity of images, which is conducive to the development of night detection work. 4. Application in the Air Force The development of science and technology has led to a rapid increase in the aircraft manufacturing industry and higher requirements for aircraft. Due to the large number of electronic devices in the aircraft control system, a large number of cables are required for connection, and each electronic device needs to be operated very high. The signal transmission rate, the noise generated by it is relatively large. On the one hand, noise interferes with signal transmission. On the other hand, excessive noise will have some impact on electronic equipment, and there are potential safety hazards. The traditional treatment method is to use shielding measures for cables. This invisibly increases the cost and aircraft weight, which has a certain impact on the performance of the aircraft, which is not conducive to the flexibility of air operations. When dealing with the signals on the aircraft, various problems will be encountered. For this, the large-aperture optical fiber line should be used to connect with the various systems on the aircraft, which can effectively reduce the weight of the line and improve the flexibility of the aircraft. At the same time, it is conducive to maintaining the stability between the equipment on the aircraft and strengthening the connection between the aircraft and the ground command center. On the one hand, the fiber-optic signal emitted by the command center has strong anti-interference ability, and avoids electromagnetic interference, radio frequency interference, etc., which affects the aircraft signals receiving. On the other hand, effectively increase the communication distance between the command center and the front line, avoiding the front line being too long to transmit signals and affecting the war situation.

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Maximus was a Byzantine monk and scholar of the late 6th and early 7th centuries most known for his role in the Monothelite controversy. I’ll be honest, I don’t really care about the theological nature of Christ. It’s not something I spend time wondering about. As a result, I’m not the best person to try to explain this, but here goes. Monothelitism says that Jesus Christ has one (divine) will as opposed to dyothelitism, the idea that Jesus has two wills, one divine and one human. Monothelitism was the accepted doctrine in the Byzantine Empire, but Maximus would not accept it. He preached dyothelitism until he was tried as a heretic in 658 and 662. After the second trial, Maximus was tortured and his tongue was cut out so he could no longer preach heresy. He was exiled and died that same year. Dyothelitism was later accepted as the true doctrine of the church at the Third Council of Constantinople in 680-681. Martin de Porres was born in 1579 in Peru to a Spanish noble father and a mixed African and indigenous mother. His father abandoned the family a few years later and Martin grew up in poverty. He spent hours in prayer. Africans and Native Americans were not allowed to join holy orders according to Peruvian law. Martin was allowed to join a Dominican order as a servant, cleaning and doing other chores in exchange for getting to wear monk’s robes and live in the monastery. Sounds more than a little bit like slavery to me, but it made Martin happy. Eight years later, despite the law he was allowed to join the Dominican order of the Holy Rosary Priory in Lima. His fellow monks were not all on board with this, and called him names. Martin ignored the mocking and continued to serve as an almoner, barber, and a healer. He cared for everyone regardless of their skin color or social status. He is the patron saint of those working for racial harmony, among other patronages. Martin gets my vote.

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Q: How do you tell when it’s too hot to ride your horse? A: I admire you for being concerned about your horse’s safety and comfort when the thermometer climbs! As you probably know though, it’s not just rising temperature that puts your horse at risk; it’s other factors such as high humidity, lack of airflow, and direct sun rays that combine to make the outdoor environment – let alone exercising – uncomfortable if not downright dangerous. That’s because horses, like humans, cool their bodies primarily through the evaporation of sweat. However, if the air is already high in moisture — like it is when the humidity level is high – then this process doesn’t work very well. And if there’s no air moving or no shade available, then a horse can overheat even more quickly. Two more things to factor into the equation: is your horse is acclimated to the weather and is he conditioned for the exercise? A horse from a dry, cool northern state that is transported to a hot, humid southern state is going to need about three weeks to become accustomed to the change in temperature and humidity. This is why a rider from Texas or Florida might think nothing of a workout or competition on a 90º F day, while a rider from Washington or Oregon might give their horse the day off or scratch from a show. Likewise, a horse that’s already fit is going to tolerate exercise on an exceptionally warm and muggy day better that a horse who’s just been standing around and hasn’t become efficient at cooling. That said, there is a “Rule of 150” that many people rely on as a gauge for when they should take it easy from being too hot to ride their horses, and when it’s safe to exert themselves outside. Basically the “rule” is if you add the temperature to the humidity and it’s above 150, you should think twice about exercising during that time (examples would be 90ºF and 60% humidity, or 80ºF and 70% humidity). And if there’s no breeze and no shade, the body can get overwhelmed pretty quickly. In essence, use common sense, make sure your horse always has fresh water available (even right after a workout), and don’t be afraid to bring his body temperature down quickly with cold water or even ice (yes, right after a workout). Oh, and now would be a good time to provide some electrolytes! Also Check: How is Too Hot for You to Ride Poll

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Touch screens were responsible for creating a great future to the technology at an alarming rate. We have to face many problems while working with the touch screen and end scratching up on the screen. The result, by frequently touching a touch screen display with the help of a touching device is that it depicts that there is a gradual dullness or de-sensitization of the touch screen to the input. This could result in a failure of the touch screen. To avoid this problem a simple user interface is being developed for Touch less control of electrically operated equipment is being developed. Elliptic Labs innovative technology lets us to control our gadgets like computers, Mp3 players or mobile phones without touching them. A simple user interface for Touchless Control of electrically operated equipment. Unlike other system which gradually depends on the distance from the sensor or this system depends on the hand, finger motion, a hand wave in a certain direction, or a flick of the hand in one area, and holding the hand in one area towards which we are pointing with one finger for example, The device is based on optical pattern recognition using a solid state optical sensor with a lens to detect hand motion. This sensor is then connected to a digital image processing; this interprets the patterns of motion and output the result as signal to control fixtures, applications, machineries, or on any other device which is controllable through electrical signal. In this paper, we are introducing about various touchless touch screen technology methods and its various types and discussed about one of the implemented touchless touch screen technology i.e. leap motion Controller is a device that connects with a user’s interface to Manipulate digital objects with hand motions. Working with other hardware the controller adds a new way to interact with the world.

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This article provides information about A number in welding procedure specification based on requirement of ASME Code Section IX. A number gives a similar chemical composition in a “as weld” condition. The A number is essential variable in most of welding process in ASME Code Section IX. The Table QW-442 in ASME Code Section IX provides the list of A number. Please note the A number in WPS does not refer to the filler wire or electrode chemical composition; it refers to the deposited weld metal chemical composition. The filler metal and deposited weld metal have different chemical compositions. It can be obtained from procedure qualification coupon. The small piece of welding can be removed and chemical analysis test to be performed. Then the obtained chemical composition must be compared against the table QW-422 and A number to be selected. Alternatively if your welding process is one of SMAW, GTAW, LBW and PAW processes you may use the filler metal specification or test report of filler metal manufacturer. Similarly you can do same assessment for GMAW and EGW processes but the shielding gas should be as the same of welding procedure specification. Again, similarly you can do the same for SAW but the flux should be as the same of welding procedure specification. As mentioned in above, the A number like P number and F number is an essential variable in most welding processes. It means if you have a WPS and you need to use that in other job with different A number (it means you are using different filler metal) then you need to re-qualify your WPS because it is essential variable. The A number 1 and 2 are exceptions. You can consider it as nonessential variables.

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Introduction: Ender 3 Pro Currently, I am enrolled in a class called MAT 594X -- Computational Fabrication. We had to switch to online instruction due to the fears of COVID19, and each student in the class was fortunate enough to receive a 3D printer for class projects. Big thanks to Jennifer Jacobs for providing the device and materials. I received Creality Ender 3 Pro printer in the mail, and unboxing and assembly were fun! I thought I could share some tips and tricks that I found online for getting the device ready. Step 1: Assembly The first thing I did was to separate parts to see if I was missing anything. Once I made sure that everything I need was in the box, I started following the instructions on the assembly sheet. This sheet alone is useful, it goes over everything you need step-by-step. However, there were some problems when I tackled the assembly just with the default instructions. This video helped me resolve small problems that I encountered. You can find the important points from the video here: - Make sure the cable coming out of the computer in the base won't get stuck between the vertical bars - To reduce friction problems later, the vertical bars need to align perfectly. - The distance between the bars around the base and on the top of the device needs to match. - They shouldn't be slanted in the x-axis - Try every part that has wheels on one of the vertical bars, the part needs to slowly roll down under the influence of gravity. If the wheels are too tight, simply adjust the screws in their base. - Before connecting to the power, make sure to flip voltage control to 115V. - To insert the material, create a sharp edge at the tip of the material, slide it in the extruder to the tip of the nozzle. If you heat the nozzle before inserting the material, you should be able to see melting material coming out of the nozzle. Step 2: Testing and Leveling Bed Once everything is assembled correctly, I used the main knob to navigate to "Prepare/Auto Home". The nozzle moved to its origin point without any problems. Now I needed to make sure the bed is leveled correctly throughout the surface. I was cautious in this step as the nozzle is fragile. I had to adjust the bed and nozzle in a way that the nozzle barely touches the bed surface. I watched this video to help me determine how close these components need to be. For leveling, I used the springs underneath the bed and raised the bed until I can slide a regular paper between the nozzle and the bed surface. I repeated this test for all 4 corners, and once more for the center. After the adjustments, I printed a one-layer test pattern and realized left corners were still too low. I adjusted them again and it was ready to print! Step 3: Improve Printer To test with a real object, I wanted to improve the printer itself with custom made components. There is a big community out there who designs detailed parts for these purposes. I found this cable chain online, and I thought that it could be a good addition to the printer since the power cables looked too exposed. I downloaded the model, placed some of its components in Cura software to see how long it takes. It turns out printing the whole thing takes ~20 hours and uses more material than I currently have (I couldn't find exactly how much sample material came with the box, but a simple kitchen scale showed around 60grams after my initial bed leveling test). I decided to print a subset of components and laid 15 of the joints on a plane. I set up the nozzle temperature to 205, and bed to 60 degrees. 6-6.5 hours later I had the cable chain ready. Simply rolling the bed cover around a table edge loosened all the parts and they didn't leave any marks. The parts feel fragile but they do latch onto themselves strongly.

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Researchers from the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS), have achieved breakthroughs in understanding relapse after chemotherapy for a type of cancer known as diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Led by Assistant Professor Anand Jeyasekharan, the study focused on a specific type of immune cells called “macrophages” found in the cancer’s environment, and researchers discovered that variations in these cells are linked to how well patients might recover and survive. The findings are published in the journal Nature Communications. Macrophages are evolutionarily an ancient arm of the immune system and initially evolved to help engulf invading microbes or dying cells. They are frequently noted in cancers as well, but their relevance in lymphoma was unclear. The essence of the study lay in its deep dive into the diversity of macrophages within the tumor environment of DLBCL. By employing a novel method called Digital Spatial Profiling (DSP) available at CSI’s Microscope and Multiplex Assay (MMA) core facility, the team was able to examine the molecular features of macrophages within a complex mixture of cells in a tumor, identifying subsets of macrophages associated with relapse after chemotherapy. This research showcased the importance of macrophage diversity in understanding and treating this common form of aggressive lymphoma, not only predicting the progression of the disease more accurately but also uncovering potential new therapeutic approaches. The implications of this research are significant. As macrophages are common in several cancers, similar spatial approaches can be used to evaluate unique patterns in macrophages related to patient outcomes. Immunotherapy is hailed as the next frontier in cancer treatment, and most current immunotherapeutic approaches target another type of cell—the T cell. The insights gained into macrophage diversity hold the promise of discovering novel drugs and therapeutic methods aimed at modifying the tumor environment in DLBCL and other cancers through tackling macrophages. Asst Prof Jeyasekharan commented, “Previously, studying immune cells in cancer was conducted in ‘bulk,’ providing only a general overview of their presence in tumors. However, with technological advances now available, our team could examine the molecular features of macrophages with single-cell resolution while preserving their spatial context. “We have identified different profiles of these ancient immune cells, which help in predicting the course of the disease more accurately. This step forward opens new possibilities for personalizing stratification and treatment for DLBCL.” Moving forward, Asst Prof Jeyasekharan’s team is set to delve deeper into the biological and clinical impacts of the macrophage profiles they have identified. Their goal is to understand how these profiles affect disease progression and patient survival. This could lead to the creation of new diagnostic tools and treatment options, specifically designed according to the unique characteristics of each patient’s disease. Such advancements herald a new era in the fight against not only DLBCL but also other types of cancer. Min Liu et al, Spatially-resolved transcriptomics reveal macrophage heterogeneity and prognostic significance in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, Nature Communications (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-46220-z Variations in ‘ancient’ immune cells linked to patients’ survival in cancer (2024, May 13) retrieved 13 May 2024 This document is subject to copyright. Apart from any fair dealing for the purpose of private study or research, no part may be reproduced without the written permission. The content is provided for information purposes only.

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If you work with a lot of worksheets in Excel, you may find yourself struggling to keep them organized. One way to make your life easier is by sorting your worksheet tabs in alphabetical order. This will not only make it easier to find the sheet you need, but it will also give your workbook a more professional and organized appearance. In this article, we will discuss how to sort worksheet tabs in alphabetical order in Excel. Why Sort Worksheet Tabs? Before we dive into the steps for sorting worksheet tabs, let’s first understand why it is important to do so. As mentioned earlier, sorting your worksheet tabs can make it easier to find the sheet you need. This is especially useful if you have a large number of worksheets in your workbook. Additionally, sorting your tabs can also help you identify any missing or duplicate sheets, which can save you time and prevent errors. Step 1: Right-click on a Worksheet Tab To begin sorting your worksheet tabs, you will need to right-click on any of the tabs at the bottom of your Excel workbook. This will bring up a menu with various options. Step 2: Select “Sort Sheets” From the menu, select the option that says “Sort Sheets.” This will open a new window where you can choose how you want to sort your tabs. Step 3: Choose “Alphabetical” Order In the “Sort Sheets” window, you will see a drop-down menu with different sorting options. Select “Alphabetical” from the list. Step 4: Choose “Ascending” Order Next, you will need to choose whether you want your tabs to be sorted in ascending or descending order. In this case, we want our tabs to be sorted in alphabetical order, so we will select “Ascending.” Step 5: Click “OK” Once you have selected your sorting options, click “OK” to apply the changes. Your worksheet tabs will now be sorted in alphabetical order. Step 6: Repeat for Any New Tabs If you add any new worksheets to your workbook, you will need to repeat this process to ensure that they are also sorted in alphabetical order. This will help you maintain an organized and consistent tab order in your workbook. Bonus Tip: Use Shortcut Keys If you want to save time and avoid using the right-click menu, you can also use shortcut keys to sort your worksheet tabs. Simply hold down the “Ctrl” key and click on the tabs you want to sort. Then, right-click on any of the selected tabs and follow the same steps as above. By following these simple steps, you can easily sort your worksheet tabs in alphabetical order in Excel. This will not only make it easier to find the sheet you need, but it will also give your workbook a more professional and organized appearance. Give it a try and see the difference it makes in your workflow. Have you tried sorting your worksheet tabs before? Do you have any other tips for organizing your Excel workbooks? Let us know in the comments.

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Bugleweed Leaves Quickly Heals Wound. Know More Of Its Skin Benefits By: Priyanka Maheshwari Mon, 05 June 2017 10:35:56 A member of the Mint family, the leaves and flowers of bugle plant serve several medicinal purposes. Its usage is not as common as mint and very little research has been done on it to substantiate its benefits. That is why the amazing bugleweed benefits are yet to be explored. 1. Quick Healing A poultice of bugleweed when applied topically on wounds is known to heal it faster. It is also known to offer effective relief from burns. A decoction of flowers and leaves in wine is used to dissolve the blood that gets clotted due to bruises. Its styptic nature prevents excess loss of blood, paving way for faster healing. Gypsies use the extract of this plant to improve their complexion. It was also used as a cosmetic in ancient times. But be careful before using bugle as a cosmetic as no studies have been done to substantiate its cosmetic properties. 3. Natural cosmetic It is said that the extract of this plant was used by gypsies to improve their complexion. From ancient times it has been used a cosmetic. But no studies have been conducted on its cosmetic properties. So, you have to be careful when you use it as a cosmetic. This herb has hypoglycemic action and it is advisable that diabetics consult their physician before taking this herb.

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Despite the recent BRICS Summit's theme of a 'stronger partnership for a brighter future', the two-month stand-off between China and India at the Doklam plateau (which China refers to as Donglang) has confirmed a bitter truth – the territorial dispute is still a constant thorn in the Sino-Indian relationship. This notion runs counter to the conventional wisdom on the evolution of the Sino-Indian relationship in the post-Cold War period. In 1988, Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's visit to Beijing ushered in a new era for the relationship, in which both sides agreed to not let relations be held hostage to the territorial dispute. A string of agreements (in 1993, 1996, 2005, 2012 and 2013) signalled efforts to de-escalate tensions along the disputed border while working towards a peaceful and mutually amicable solution. This included recognition of the needs of 'settled populations' in seeking a final settlement to the boundary dispute, which alluded to both sides recognising the de facto borders along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Further gestures, including reopening border trade along the Nathu La, Lipu-Lekh and Shipki La passes and confidence-building measures in the form of joint military exercises, signalled the emergence of a more robust relationship. Even China's 'all-weather' relationship with Pakistan became detached from the broader contours of the Sino-Indian relationship – most visibly demonstrated by China's neutral position during the 1999 Kargil conflict between India and Pakistan. As both countries developed a convergence of interests on issues ranging from climate change to anti-terrorism cooperation and calls for a multi-polar world order, rhetoric of 'Chindia' and an emerging 'Himalayan Consensus' gained momentum. This is not to say that disagreements did not arise. As the bilateral relationship transcended the territorial dispute, new sources of tension emerged amid both countries' rise as major regional and global powers. These ranged from a growing imbalance in their economic relationship to a nascent maritime rivalry, a competition for resources in distant regions of the world, and a latent contest for primacy in Asia and on the world stage. Border troubles resume However, events in Doklam and the disputed border (notably in Ladakh at Depsang Valley in 2013, the Chumar area in 2014, and most recently at Pangong Tso) challenge the narrative that the territorial dispute has been shelved or no longer matters to the bilateral relationship. Despite 19 rounds of talks under the Special Representatives' mechanism since 2003, even the basic issue of demarcating the LAC remains unresolved. Moreover, the fact that the Doklam crisis was the first border skirmish that involved a third party (Bhutan) while occurring near an area (Sikkim) that is an undisputed portion of the Sino-Indian border and in close proximity to India's strategically vulnerable Siliguri Corridor (or so-called 'Chicken's Neck') demonstrates that the territorial dispute has become more intense and complex in recent years. The territorial dispute is clearly still a pressing issue, and has served to undermine other areas of interaction in the bilateral relationship. This is evident in restrictions by India to admit Chinese investment in strategically important sectors and geographic areas amid an underlying climate of mistrust rooted in the unresolved boundary dispute. As both countries have acquired more tools and platforms to interact with each other, the territorial dispute has also been projected to regional and global levels. In 2009, China sought to block a loan from the Asian Development Bank to India as the loan included funding for Arunachal Pradesh, which China claims as 'South Tibet'. More recently, India boycotted China's Belt and Road Forum on the grounds that one of the main projects under this initiative (the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) traverses the disputed territory of Kashmir. This has created a 'nested security dilemma', whereby core grievances (such as the territorial dispute) 'spill over' into areas beyond the confines of the bilateral relationship. There are various explanations for the reinvigoration of the territorial dispute in recent years. China's growing concern about Tibet in the aftermath of protests in 2008 prompted Beijing to tighten its grip over the region and reaffirm its claim to Arunachal Pradesh, an area historically of secondary importance to Beijing relative to Aksai Chin (Beijing earlier offered a territorial swap that would entail China relinquishing its claim to Arunachal Pradesh in exchange for retaining control of Aksai Chin). For India, the territorial dispute also acquired newfound importance in the context of China's rapid development of border infrastructure, as well renewed support for Pakistan's position on the Kashmir dispute (as illustrated by the issuance of stapled visas for Indian civilian and military personnel from the state) and water disputes arising from China's status as an upper-riparian state. Other analysts attribute the more confrontational relationship on the border to structural reasons, as the rise of both countries as major powers contributes to more assertive foreign policies, fuelled by growing nationalism and efforts to reclaim 'lost territories'. Third parties have also come to drive tensions in the bilateral relationship, such as China's deepening relations with countries around India's periphery and India's improving relations with countries that have traditionally maintained adversarial relations with China, such as Japan and Vietnam. Notably, the rapprochement in the India-US relationship, particularly following the conclusion of the civilian nuclear agreement, is regarded by some analysts as a turning point in the Sino-Indian relationship (as China came to see India in more ominous terms). Subsequently, perceived efforts by the United States to contain China's rise as part of its strategic 'pivot' or rebalance towards the Indo-Pacific under the Obama Administration (of which engagement with India was a crucial component) exacerbated these concerns. Despite the 'expeditious disengagement' from Doklam at the end of August, it is apparent that border tensions between China and India are far from over. The vitriolic language during the crisis, particularly in the Chinese media, indicates the bad blood under the surface of the seemingly cordial bilateral relationship. Moreover, on the Doklam dispute, the balance of interests was clearly tilted towards India – in future border conflicts where China has more fundamental interests at stake, de-escalation may be harder to achieve. Both countries had a vested interest in de-escalating tensions this time. For China, this was related to more immediate concerns, such as the upcoming 19th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party and the potential for India to boycott the recently concluded BRICS Summit in Xiamen. For India, the reasons to de-escalate are rooted in more fundamental concerns. India's position today is that of China two decades ago, when Deng Xiaoping's dictum of 'biding time' dictated that the country keep a low profile and not rock the boat on the world stage while leveraging its 'period of strategic opportunity' to focus on building its 'comprehensive national power'. India has similar considerations today. In the context of the government's strengthened mandate and its growth and development-driven agenda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a target for establishing a 'New India' by 2022. Included in this vision is maintaining a stable periphery, evidenced by the government's 'Neighbourhood First' and 'Act East' policies. Economic development is also key to bringing about sustained improvements in the Indian Army's operational effectiveness and capabilities. Thus, it is in India's interest to avoid a major flare-up with China, for the time being. At the same time, China and India's status as a major regional and emerging global powers rest on their ability to take a firm and principled stance on their perceived norms, values and national interests. For India, this includes not only defending its own territorial integrity, but also that of its allies (Bhutan in the case of the Doklam dispute, as per the terms of the 2007 India-Bhutan Friendship Treaty). In this context, the Modi government will continue its policy of improving relations with states along its periphery, both on economic grounds in terms of improving regional connectivity but also on strategic grounds in terms of countering China's perceived encirclement. It will also strengthen border infrastructure in order to counter China's 'coercive diplomacy'. In the case of China, sovereignty is also a key consideration in its territorial dispute with India (particularly as it relates to Tibet). Echoing its tactics in the maritime domain, Chinese efforts to consolidate its claims on land entail incremental advances, using a combination of civilian and military resources and employing psychological, media and legal warfare (referred to as the strategy of 'three warfares'). This approach has also entailed China driving a wedge between India and Bhutan, a tactic similar to that employed against ASEAN member states in the maritime territorial disputes in the South China Sea. On Doklam, China has not shown any intention of altering its claims, stating that it will continue to 'exercise its sovereign rights', which means continued patrols in the disputed area and strengthening its military logistics and manoeuvrability in the adjoining Chumbi Valley leading up to the Sikkim-Bhutan-Tibet tri-junction. China is also employing 'historical conventions' to consolidate its claims, namely the 1890 Anglo-Chinese Convention, with respect to Doklam (though Bhutan was not a party to this convention). At the same time, China challenges the validity of the 1914 Simla Accord (the basis for the disputed McMohan Line in Arunachal Pradesh) on the grounds that it is a colonial-era agreement. Beijing also notes that the Chinese nationalist delegation had only initialled but not signed this agreement, though China did subsequently accept the McMohan Line along the China-Burma border in 1960. However, for both countries the territorial dispute is also tied to defending their perceived conceptions of regional and global order. In the case of China, India is the only major power to not attend its Belt and Road Forum in May 2017. For India, this opposition and efforts to propose alternative regional initiatives, such as India's Project Mausam and the Cotton and Spice Routes, as well as the India-Japan Asia-Africa Growth Corridor, reflects an effort to prevent the emergence of a Sino-centric regional and global order. Domestic politics will also dictate when the next flare-up occurs in the bilateral relationship. The Sino-Indian war of 1962 coincided with a period of growing radicalisation in China's foreign policy, as reflected in the 'Great Leap Forward' and Sino-Soviet split. In this context, war with India offered a means for Mao Zedong to consolidate power. Similar compulsions face China today – any signs of President Xi Jinping's grip on power weakening could serve as a potential catalyst for foreign adventurism. The success of the recently concluded BRICS Summit demonstrates that China and India will continue to cooperate on issues of global governance. Nonetheless, the unresolved boundary dispute will continue to impose limits on the level of cooperation between both countries. The fact that both sides claimed a tactical victory from the Doklam crisis raises the prospect of more assertive behaviour in any future skirmishes. This raises the urgency of negotiating new border management mechanisms that take account of the possibility of instabilities involving third parties and cross-domain escalation (for instance, in the cyber or maritime arena). Thus, the promise of Rajiv Gandhi's visit to Beijing in 1988 remains unfulfilled – the disputed border continues to lie at the heart of the bilateral relationship. Efforts to 'transcend' the territorial dispute have been futile and it remains a persistent source of mistrust and hostility in the relationship. This will deter deeper integration and cooperation in other arenas where both countries share the stage, such as BRICS.

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The best tips for caring for an indoor palm tree Are you looking for inspiration or do you need help with your garden? We are happy to help! Indoor palms are beautiful plants that add a touch of the tropics to any interior. Whether you are an experienced plant lover or new to taking care of plants, the tips below may help you keep your palm tree healthy and beautiful. One of the most important aspects of taking care of an indoor palm, is the amount of water provided. Generally, indoor palms need an average amount of water. Ensure that you water evenly all around the palm, but avoid drenching the soil. Wait with watering until the top layer has dried up. It is generally better to provide less water than too much. Too much water will cause root rot and is significantly harder to treat than providing too little water. #2: Too much light Indoor palms require less light to grow and generally prefer filtered, bright light. Most indoor palms prefer a spot close to a window that allows sufficient daylight. It is best to avoid direct sunlight for most indoor palms, as that may cause sunburn. If you cannot provide enough daylight to a play, artificial light may offer a solution. Examples of plants that need less light are, the Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) and the lady palm (Rhapis excelsa). These can grow in low-light environments. #3: Normal indoor temperatures Indoor palms prefer average indoor temperatures (around 19-20 degrees Celsius). Avoid large variations in temperature and avoid placing plants in drafts when possible. Failure to do so may cause brown leaves for the palm tree. To keep your indoor palm healthy, regular fertilisation is recommended. Use a fertilizer that is specially developed for indoor palm trees, and follow the instructions on the fertilizer. Do not overfertilize your plant, as that may cause damage to the roots or cause the growth of the plant to become unbalanced. Dust can build up on top of the leaves on an indoor palm and can slow down the growth of your indoor palm. Clean the leaves of your palm regularly. That helps prevent pests and diseases as well. If your indoor palm grows too large, you can prune it to keep it in shape. Cut off dead or damaged leaves and branches with a sharp and clean pruning shears. If your plant outgrows its pot, you will have to repot it. Choose a pot that is approximately 20-30% larger than the previous pot, and ensure that the new pot has drainage holes at the bottom. Indoor palm trees are beautiful plants that add a touch of green and tropics to any interior. By taking good care of your indoor palm tree with the right amount of water, light, temperature and fertilizer, you can keep your plant healthy and beautiful. Do not forget to occasionally clean your plant and to prune and/or repot the plant when necessary. At MyPalmShop, we offer a large range of indoor plants and other exotic plants. Whether you are looking for a small palm tree for your desk or a large tree for your living room, we have the plant that meets your demands. We offer high quality plants and expert advice to help you make the right choice for your situation. Visit our website and discover our assortment today!

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NASA recently concluded the final mission of its Spacecraft Fire Safety Experiment, or Saffire, putting a blazing end to an eight-year series of investigations that provided insights into fire’s behavior in space. The final experiment, Saffire-VI, launched to the International Space Station in August 2023 and concluded its mission on Jan. 9, when the Northrop Grumman Cygnus spacecraft it was flying on safely burned up during planned re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere. Dr. David Urban, principal investigator, and Dr. Gary Ruff, project manager at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, have led the Saffire project from Northeast Ohio since its initial spark in 2016. Throughout the experiment series, researchers gathered data NASA will use to enhance mission safety and inform future spacecraft and spacesuit designs. “How big a fire does it take for things to get bad for a crew?” Urban said. “This kind of work is done for every other inhabited structure here on Earth – buildings, planes, trains, automobiles, mines, submarines, ships – but we hadn’t done this research for spacecraft until Saffire.” Like previous Saffire experiments, Saffire-VI took place inside a unit on an uninhabited Cygnus spacecraft that had already departed from the space station, ensuring the safety of the orbiting laboratory and a more representative flight environment. However, this final iteration of the experiment was unique because of the higher oxygen concentration and lower pressure generated in the test unit to simulate the conditions within crewed spacecraft. During the 19 Saffire-VI experiment runs, the NASA team and counterparts at Northrop Grumman made various adjustments to air conditions. They then ignited a flame on materials such as plexiglass, cotton, Nomex, and Solid Inflammability Boundary at Low-Speed fabrics. A bead-lined wire inside the unit ignited the materials. “The Saffire flow unit is a wind tunnel. We’re pushing air through it,” Ruff said. “Once test conditions are set, we run electrical current through a thin wire, and the materials ignite.” Cameras inside allowed the team to observe the flame while remote sensors outside the Saffire flow unit collected data about what was happening in the Cygnus vehicle. The images and information were gathered in real-time before being sent to Earth for scientists to analyze. “You’ve got a heat release rate and a rate of release of combustion products,” Ruff said. “You can take those as model input and predict what will happen in a vehicle.” The next decade of exploration and science missions will see astronauts flying deeper into space and to locations that have yet to be explored. Though the Saffire experiments have been extinguished, NASA has learned valuable lessons and gathered mountains of data on fire behavior that will help the agency design safer spacecraft and accomplish its ambitious future missions.

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Comparing Salmonella and E. coli differences and potential hazards In many countries, E. coli is not as common as Salmonella in causing foodborne illness and outbreaks, primarily due to inadequate surveillance measures. Like Salmonella, E. coli is commonly found in animals’ guts and places where animals are slaughtered, in soil and water, through which they can produce food. While Salmonella and E. coli share some similarities, there are also significant differences between the sources of these bacteria. Salmonella is more commonly associated with poultry and eggs, while E. coli is more often associated with ground beef. Additionally, E. coli is more likely to be spread through contact with infected individuals or animals, while Salmonella is more commonly spread through contaminated food and drinking water. E. coli is generally less severe than pathogens such as Listeria or Salmonella. However, some strains can cause severe illness or death, particularly in children. We explain some of the key E. coli and Salmonella differences and how to mitigate their risks. Salmonella and E. coli outbreaks in Europe in 2021 In 2021, there was an increase in the number of salmonellosis cases reported. Of the 61,236 cases reported, 60,494 were laboratory-confirmed, a 14% increase from 2020. The highest notification rates were found in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, followed by Malta, Hungary, and France. In contrast, the lowest rates were reported in Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ireland, and Portugal. Of the 31,357 cases with reported hospitalization status, 38% required hospital treatment, and Cyprus, Greece, and Lithuania had the highest proportion of hospitalized cases. Unfortunately, at least 73 people died in 2021 due to Salmonella infections. The highest notification rate was among young children aged 0 to 4, with a rate three times higher than older children and 11 times higher than adults aged 25 to 64. The three main Salmonella types were S. enteritidis, S. typhimurium, and Monophasic Salmonella typhimurium. As in previous years, young children and the elderly generally suffer the most severe illnesses. While eggs and egg products remain the highest-risk foods in outbreaks, several significant incidents were linked to contaminated vegetables, fruits, and sesame seeds. In total, 44 events with Salmonella infections were reported, with 18 involving multiple countries. In 2021, 6,534 confirmed cases of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections were reported, an increase compared to 4,824 in 2020. Germany recorded the highest number of patients, with 1,635, followed by Denmark, with 927 and Ireland, with 878. Ireland, Denmark, Malta, and Norway reported the highest country-specific rates. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) data shows 275 patients in 36 outbreaks across 11 countries. A food vehicle was reported in five strong-evidence outbreaks. STEC O26 in raw cow’s milk and pre-cut vegetables caused an outbreak of STEC O103, and in two O157 outbreaks, the vehicle was ground meat and carpaccio. How does the food industry mitigate the risks of Salmonella and E. coli contaminations? The food industry must implement environmental monitoring programs to control and prevent the spread of foodborne pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli in food processing facilities. These programs involve regular testing of the environment, equipment, and surfaces in food processing plants to detect the presence of these pathogens. Environmental monitoring for these pathogens typically involves collecting swabs or sponge samples from various surfaces and equipment throughout the facility, including floors, walls, drains, and processing equipment. These samples are then analyzed directly on-site or sent to a laboratory to determine if Salmonella or E. coli bacteria are present. In addition, the industry is increasingly using advanced technologies such as rapid detection methods and Whole-Genome Sequencing (WGS) to improve traceability and reduce the risk of contamination by identifying potential sources of contamination and preventing the distribution of contaminated products. There is a trend towards more preventative approaches and methods that provide actionable results in the shortest possible, enabling corrective actions before the products reach the shelves. Overall, environmental monitoring and other food safety measures are critical for preventing the spread of Salmonella and E. coli in the food industry and ensuring the safety of the food supply. How to avoid contamination as a consumer? While the food industry closely monitors production environments and products, consumers may need to understand potential health risks fully. So here, we gathered some general measures to reduce the risk of contracting and spreading Salmonella and E. coli infections: - Proper food handling: Cook meat, poultry, and eggs thoroughly. Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot, soapy water before and after handling raw foods. - Safe food storage: Keep raw meat and poultry separate from cooked foods to avoid cross-contamination — store foods at the proper temperature to prevent bacterial growth. - Avoid risky foods: Avoid unpasteurized milk, raw or undercooked eggs, and raw sprouts. - Wash products: Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water before eating or cooking. - Be cautious with pets and animals: Wash hands after handling pets or their feces and avoid contact with animal feces or contaminated soil. - Proper sanitation: Properly clean and sanitize all kitchen surfaces, cutting boards, and utensils. - Safe drinking water: Use only safe and clean water for drinking, cooking, and preparing beverages. - Practice good personal hygiene: Wash hands regularly, especially before preparing food, after using the bathroom, after changing diapers, and after handling pets or animals. In Conclusion: E. coli and Salmonella Differences Understanding the differences between Salmonella and E. coli can help individuals and businesses take steps to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Handling food properly is essential, as cooking meat to the appropriate temperature, and avoiding cross-contamination between raw and cooked foods. While industry standards help to monitor and regulate E. coli and Salmonella levels, continued efforts to improve surveillance and detection methods are necessary to ensure the safety of the food supply.

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An additional climate solution that could also cut costs is to introduce circular economy requirements for producers and consumers of emissions-intensive materials. Circular economy solutions often result in reduced lifecycle emissions due to the reduced use of virgin materials. Recycling also reduces the emissions from ore mining and transportation of new feedstock. For instance, the emissions intensity of recycled steel can be 86% lower than that of primary steel produced through basic oxygen furnaces. Governments can therefore introduce circular economy requirements for producers and consumers of emissions-intensive materials to decrease virgin material in circulation. These policies can take the form of recycled content mandates for plastic packaging producers or extended producer responsibility requirements for cleaning up end-of-life waste.

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Backflow prevention devices reduce water supply contamination risk. Backflow is a reversal of piped flow direction in a water system. It occurs when the supplied water pressure is lower than the internal plumbing system (back siphonage). Less pressure in the pipe may allow contaminated water from your property to be drawn back into the water supply system. This can be caused by: Backflow incidents can also be caused by a cross-connection between your water supply and a contaminated source. All properties connected to a water supply from North East Water must be assessed to determine the risk of backflow. This assessment must be done by a suitably qualified and licensed plumber. If your property is assessed to be a High or Medium hazard risk, then you need a device. If this is the case, you must arrange for the installation of an appropriate containment backflow prevention device. Such a device must be located at the water meter, or all meters if there is more than one and no connections are allowed to bypass the containment backflow prevention device. If you already have a backflow prevention device installed within your property, a containment backflow prevention device is still required at the meter regardless of any installed zone or individual protection. North East Water cannot guarantee the protection of the drinking water supply from backflow unless the site is contained by an appropriate device at the meter. North East Water is responsible for assuring the delivery of safe drinking water to our community. If you are a property owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that backflow does not occur at your property. As a property owner, it is your responsibility to: Backflow Test Certificate If your property is tenanted, it is up to you as property owner to negotiate with the tenant regarding payment for the installation of the device and all ongoing maintenance. A testable containment backflow prevention device must be tested every 12 months. If your property is assessed to be a High or Medium hazard risk, then you will need to install a Containment Backflow Prevention Device. The following devices are required to be installed for each hazard rating: Examples for using the above devices: The above guidelines will apply for the majority of installations. Should compliance with the above prove difficult for certain installations (due to pressure and/or flow reductions or other), we will perform an assessment of the owner’s proposed device installation and will provide a determination concerning required compliance on a case-by-case basis. Where an existing water service is being renewed, altered or relocated ‘between the main and the meter’ a backflow prevention containment device must be installed appropriate to the property’s hazard rating. Backflow Prevention Containment Policy Backflow device application If you are acquiring a new commercial or an industrial property, and a containment device is already present, you must enter into an agreement with North East Water. This confirms your understanding of responsibilities in respect to your ongoing connection to North East Water’s reticulated water services. Example of Containment Backflow Prevention Device Agreement If you are building a new commercial or industrial property, you must obtain our approval for the containment backflow prevention device that you intend to install at the property. Owners must apply and receive approval from North East Water before connecting to our drinking water system. Backflow prevention application If you have a testable backflow prevention device installed at the water meter you must have the device tested every 12 months. Property owners are responsible for ensuring that the backflow test report (for the containment device) is submitted to North East Water within 20 days from the date of test. Alternatively, copies of test results for containment backflow prevention devices may be sent to us via: Mail: North East Water, Trade Waste, PO Box 863, Wodonga VIC 3689 WATER & SEWER CONNECTION FORM (INCLUDING BACKFLOW) BACKFLOW PREVENTION CONTAINMENT POLICY BACKFLOW TEST CERTIFICATE PLUMBERS BACKFLOW ASSESSMENT FORM What is trade waste? Industrial customers Commercial customers

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On the Right Path Off-road vehicles have scarred the landscape of Wrangell St. Elias for years, but that’s about to change. The first challenge is this: Alaska is really, really big, which means getting from Point A to Point B takes some doing. Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve is no exception. Unlike Yellowstone and Yosemite, which have miles of paved roads, carefully placed boardwalks, and asphalt trails to host millions of visitors, the nation’s largest park is a wild and untamed landscape with hundreds of residents who predate its creation in 1980. Many of those people still live off the land, and their most effective means of travel in the summer season is an off-road vehicle (ORV). That’s where another problem comes in: The Alaskan tundra is an incredibly sensitive landscape, and its fragile wetlands can turn into mud bogs with the passage of just one ORV. Riders often skirt muddy spots by a few feet to avoid getting bogged down in the mess; over the years, some scarred trails had grown wider than the length of a football field. Wrangell-St. Elias is actually two separate units: a national preserve, which permits sport hunting and the use of ORVs for recreational purposes on designated trails, and a national park, which allows ORV use by only local residents who are allowed to hunt and gather food to feed their families. Over the years, NPS had backed itself into a corner with a permitting system for recreational ORV use in the national park, in a violation of federal law. The agency also paid scant attention to long-term trail care. To put a stop to the damage caused by this illegal use, NPCA joined with the Alaska Center for the Environment and The Wilderness Society to take the Park Service to court in 2006. NPS quickly recognized the error in its ways and halted recreational ORV activity on the damaged trails in question while it took steps to design a long-term management plan. In August, the Park Service finalized its plan, promising to improve park trails that have suffered long-term damage so local residents can return to subsistence activities and gain access to private property. Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who aren’t local residents will be prohibited from driving their ORVs in the park, but will be able to use ORVs in the national preserve on trails that have been improved to a sustainable level. The plan also calls for new hiking routes. You can read this and other stories about history, nature, culture, art, conservation, travel, science and more in National Parks magazine. Your tax-deductible membership donation of $25 or more entitles… See more ›Recognizing that Alaskans are often slow to trust the federal government, Bruce Rogers, the park’s environmental protection specialist, was encouraged last year, when locals in the small community of Slana took a strong interest in the environmental impact statement, a 300-page document that can stymie even the most experienced government worker. After working those residents through the process and getting their vital feedback, he’s now looking to engage more locals in trail-restoration work, which generally involves trucking in gravel to stabilize routes or dispersing the weight of ORVs by laying down plastic grids with the trade name “Geoblock” (picture the side of a milk crate, and multiply it exponentially). When reconstruction isn’t possible, the park will pursue other options, like re-routing trails to drier ground. In August, the park held its first volunteer day to engage local stewards in the work; more events will be scheduled for 2012. Repairing and rerouting the almost 66 miles of ORV routes will take years, and is expected to cost about $4 million. “We’re really pleased that our litigation led the Park Service to roll up their sleeves and tackle the trail problems that were so evident to everyone,” says Jim Stratton, senior director of NPCA’s Alaska Regional Office. “This announcement ushers in a new approach to trail management, one that is focused on protecting the fragile tundra and the wetlands of the Wrangells while improving access for local folks using these trails for hunting, fishing, berry-picking, and traveling to their remote cabins. It took four years to get to this point, and it’ll take a few more years to complete the work, but it’s absolutely worth it.” About the author Scott Kirkwood Former editor-in-chief of National Parks magazine

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The name of astronaut John Glen, the first man to orbit the earth will never be forgotten. The team of rocket pioneers that put him there and returned him safely to earth however were the un-sung heroes of the U.S. Mercury Space program. The rocket design engineers were known as the “Tiger Team.” Dave Stein was in charge of the propulsion system and today at age 82 lives with his wife Jane in Soldotna. Three years ago during the 50th Anniversary commemoration of the Glen launch the Peninsula Clarion coined Stein “Rocket man” in a front page article because he helped build the rocket that sent the first American around planet earth. Today that paper is the front page of the scrape book Stein created to be passed to his daughter Kathy Gensel and family. The United States got a late and precarious start into the space race after the U.S.S.R. successfully launched their first Sputnik satellite into orbit. The fear of the Soviets lead in the space race and the potential military advantage during the cold war forced new priority into the U.S. space program and public disappointment when America’s first attempts to launch a satellite failed to get off the ground. By the time the Mercury manned space flight program came along we were still relying on rockets that were designed to launch a nuclear warhead not a human being said Stein in an interview with the Dispatch, “We spent maybe three years turning that ICBM vehicle into something that was made to put a man on top of. And yes there was a lot of trepidation the day of that launch. The Atlas had had failures as it was being developed so there were systems incorporated into the vehicle which were safety oriented, nevertheless it took a lot of courage to put yourself on top of that rocket for the first time and I’ve always admired John Glen as it took a lot of guts to climb on top of that missile,” said Stein. “I use to say we were nothing more than some high priced plumbers, because the Atlas was a lot of plumbing, pipes, tubes and big ducts that looked just like a plumbing project. But we were very aware that we were putting a man aboard this bunch of pipes and tubes and did a lot to make sure that guy on top was going be safe. We were nervous but we were all very confident the day of the launch that the systems would do what we had designed them to do. We had tested them, but we were pioneers going where no man had been before,” he said. Stein today spends most of his time tracing his genealogies accompanied by his faithful companion Daisy at his Soldotna home. Asked about the future of manned space flight Dave replied, “I think we’ll return to it, but I don’t know when. Primarily now it’s the private commercial industry they are relying on to do things, NASA is getting very little funding, but I did hear the other day that NASA is testing a huge solid rocket that is supposedly being designed to take people to Mars, but I don’t know when that’s going to happen and I really wouldn’t want to be a part of it. Rocket science isn’t at all what it used to be when I came out of Purdue University no one even knew what a rocket engine was all about, but we learned, made a lot of it up as went along and learned by the seat of our pants,” said Stein.

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Being at the very top of a social hierarchy may be more costly than previously thought, according to a new study of wild baboons led by a Princeton University ecologist. A new study, "Life at the Top: Rank and Stress in Wild Male Baboons," published in the July 15 issue of the journal Science found that in wild baboon populations, the highest-ranking, or alpha, males have higher stress-hormone levels than the highly ranked males below them, known as beta males -- even during periods of stability. The findings have implications in the study of social hierarchies and of the impact of social dominance on health and well-being, a subject of interest among researchers who study human and other animal populations. "An important insight from our study is that the top position in some animal -- and possibly human -- societies has unique costs and benefits associated with it, ones that may persist both when social orders experience some major perturbations as well as when they are stable," said lead author Laurence Gesquiere, an associate research scholar in Princeton's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. "Baboons are not only genetically closely related to humans, but like humans they live in highly complex societies." Gesquiere works in the laboratory of Jeanne Altmann, Princeton's Eugene Higgins Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Emeritus. The study involved 125 adult male members of five social groups of fully wild-living baboons in Kenya's Amboseli Basin. Individual life histories and behavioral data have been collected from the population for four decades by Altmann's research group. For the new study, researchers measured levels of both a stress hormone called glucocorticoid and testosterone in fecal samples over a period of nine years. The data collected in the study is five to 10 times greater in duration, number of groups and number of individual males than any data previously available for any nonhuman primate, which allowed researchers to control for important variables that might have affected stress hormones, said Gesquiere. According to study co-author and Duke University biology professor Susan Alberts, the large sample size and lengthy period of observation also meant the results didn't depend on characteristics of particular individual males, but rather reflect the long-term effects of dominance rank. "We've known for decades that alpha males have an advantage in reproduction, but these results show that life at the top has a real downside, and that being an alpha male comes at a real cost," said Alberts. Both Gesquiere and Alberts pointed out that the baboons' heightened stress levels are most likely based on the energy they must expend to maintain their social position, rather than psychological factors. For instance, alpha males are involved in a higher rate of fighting and mate guarding than beta males. They do not differ, however, in the rate of challenges to their status, which is considered a psychological stressor, or in the amount of grooming they receive from adult and juvenile females, which is a measure of psychological support. "Baboons are likely to be good models to provide insights for identifying the ideal position in a complex society under different conditions," Altmann said of the study's potential insights into research on human behavior. "Humans also live in stratified societies, and social status is well known to be associated with some but not all health outcomes in humans. "It has been difficult to identify many of the mechanisms behind these associations," she added. "Our results point to the need for research that will identify and evaluate the specific costs and benefits of various status positions, in various species, types of organizations and groups, and under different ecological conditions." In addition to Gesquiere, Alberts and Altmann, contributors to the paper include other members of Altmann's lab: research specialist Niki Learn; Patrick Onyango, who received his Ph.D. in May; and former lab assistant Carolina Simao. The research was funded by the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Aging and the National Institute of Mental Health.

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The lottery is a form of gambling that gives people the chance to win a prize based on the outcome of a random drawing. The prize may be money, goods, or services. Many states have laws regulating the lottery, but the odds of winning are slim. There are also some risks to playing the lottery, such as addiction. The lottery is a popular way to raise funds for public projects, such as schools and roads. Lotteries were once common in Europe, especially in the 15th century, when they were often used by towns and cities to raise money for fortifications or poor relief. They were not always well regulated, and the kings of France tried to stop them. Francis I, however, permitted the games in the city of Rouen, and they became popular throughout France. In the 17th and 18th centuries, lotteries were used to raise money for various purposes, including building schools, churches, canals, and bridges. The lottery was an important source of capital for colonial America, and it helped to finance private and public ventures, such as the foundation of Princeton University and Columbia University in the 1740s. It was also used to fund the American Revolution and to fund the expedition against Canada. During the immediate post-World War II period, it was common for states to use lotteries as a means of raising funds without having to tax the middle class or working class. This arrangement allowed state governments to expand their services and programs without having to impose onerous taxes on their residents. But, by the 1960s, this arrangement began to break down as inflation accelerated, and states were finding it harder to raise money with lotteries. The word lottery is probably derived from Middle Dutch loterie, or perhaps a calque on Middle French loterie, from the Latin verb “to draw.” It has been associated with the idea of fate and luck since ancient times. People would draw lots to decide things such as who got married, what kind of job they had, or whether they were to be executed. There are some people who play the lottery very seriously, and they spend $50 or $100 a week on tickets. These people defy the stereotypes that are commonly held about them, that they’re irrational and don’t know how the odds work. In fact, I’ve had a lot of conversations with these people, and they are very clear-eyed about the odds. They’ve worked out quote-unquote systems that aren’t borne out by statistical reasoning, and they have all sorts of advice about which stores to buy their tickets at, what numbers to pick, and so on. They’re aware that their chances of winning are slim, but they keep playing because they believe it’s the best way to get a new car or home, or because they’ve had a bad year and need to get back on their feet. The problem is that these strategies will not work over the long term, and a serious player should realize this.

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Close Reading Examples & Definition Learning strategies for close reading is an essential part of skill development for young learners. It is through close reading that we can analyze the quality, source, and meaning of what we read. In truth, it is close reading that often separates reading for leisure from reading for learning. Close reading can be conducted in a series of steps. Using graphic organizers, processes, and acronyms can be a helpful way to remind learners of the multiple points and steps they can meet in order to become readers who can discern the importance of details, understand a text’s structure, and digest and internalize what they read more readily. Both school age learners and professionals can benefit from engaging in close reading practices. Furthermore, it is important to note that no matter what a person’s reading proficiency is, close reading skills can be very powerful. To underscore, what begins as a deliberate and purposeful practice can eventually transform into habits that enable comprehension. Close reading can be defined as a thoughtful and careful analysis of a text. A reader engaged with a text multiple times in order to review details and analyze their meaning. Additionally, close reading relies on a process that can help readers build their interpretation skills and make new knowledge. Close reading can be applied to texts of all genres and compositions from various disciplines. For Elementary School Readers – Close Reading Strategy Example For elementary school learners, using an acronym to signal promote pre-reading and preparing to engage with a text is important. At this age, learners are navigating basic reading skills and comprehension, so it can be valuable to engage them in a pre-reading process to help them think ahead about the content they’ll engage with. A popular strategy is contained in the acronym “THIEVES.” This stands for: - Every first sentence - Visuals and vocabulary By having students think about these elements, they can determine a more accurate summary for what they read and prepare to engage in activities and lessons that propel their understanding of what they’ve read. For Middle School Reader – Close Reading Strategy Example For middle school children, the readings they encounter may become more rigorous as time goes on. In addition, children at this age level often begin moving between classes, having to navigate different genres of texts. One protocol to help students use close reading strategies includes the “Three Reads Protocol.” The “Three Reads Protocol” is exactly what it sounds like. Readers engage with the text three times. - During the first read, learners skim the text.This is a good opportunity for them to “read for gist,” and interact with the text in a way that helps them understand the basic content. - The second read is informational; here, they can annotate and collect ideas of importance based on their purpose for reading. - Finally, the third read promotes repeated engagement and therefore deepens their understanding. This is when readers understand the text on a more conceptual level. Learners consider how the text connects to other texts and real-world topics. This stage is also helpful for developing inference skills. For High School Readers – Close Reading Strategy Example Regardless of age and grade level, all readers need to employ strategies that enable them to understand what they read. This takes time and patience. To aid high school readers as they engage with texts in print and digital formats, consider implementing the following processes or steps. - Have readers identify a goal or purpose. Why are they reading the text in front of them? This focus can help them anchor on their objective. - Have students read the text once without taking any notes and avoiding all distractions. Remind readers that a 100% effort is required in this endeavor. - Encourage students to read the text again, but this time with the aid of stopping to annotate (circle, star, underline, etc.) in order to help them achieve their objective. - Use a graphic organizer or other document to help students through this process based on what you’d like for them to analyze. Some popular points of analysis include: summaries, author’s purpose, evidence the author uses to showcase or argue their purpose, and inferences the reader can make based on these details. - The close reading process does not have to be exclusively independent. After reading the text and documenting findings on a close reading document, learners should have an opportunity to share their findings. Sharing their interpretations and the meaning they’ve created from what they’ve read can offer diversity of insight and help students understand peers’ multiple viewpoints. Instructional Strategy: Modeling One of the best practices for helping students understand how to engage in close reading is to model this practice. Choose a short passage or article and walk them through how you read and skim, annotate, and make meaning of the text. Choose something engaging. Have students annotate alongside you. Encourage your learners to execute this themselves during independent practice. Close reading strategies are an important part of helping students succeed in all subjects. Therefore, it is not merely the responsibility of the ELA teacher or reading specialist to deliver and reinforce these skills. Teachers in all disciplines must use and adapt strategies so that learners can employ these tools and propel their literacy development.

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Root hydraulic conductance linked to trees' post-transplant recovery - January 14, 2015 - American Society for Horticultural Science - A study of two Quercus species investigated whether root hydraulic conductance is related to post-transplant recovery. Researchers compared root hydraulic conductance after transplanting using a number of variables including root pruning, caliper size, and transplant timing. Hydraulic conductance in fine roots was related to recovery of the species after transplanting. Stem diameter growth after transplanting was greater for small-caliper Quercus bicolor trees than Quercus macrocarpa. Survival of field-grown trees grown for transplanting into landscapes depends on many factors, such as transplant timing and tree size. Species-specific characteristics also contribute to trees' ability to withstand and survive environmental stresses. In a newly published study researchers report on the relationship between tree roots' hydraulic conductance -- the roots' ability to take up water from a growing medium and transport the water to other parts of a tree -- and post-transplant recovery. The study was also designed to determine whether size and transplant timing affects trees' transplant recovery. Taryn Bauerle from the Department of Horticulture at Cornell University, corresponding author of the study in the Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science, explained. "During bare-root tree transplanting, a major part of the root system is severed, the tree is held in storage, and then replanted into a new location. Not surprisingly, the loss of a large proportion of biomass usually results in major physiological changes within the tree until an adequate root system is rebuilt." Bauerle added that poor root-soil contact resulting from the loss of a majority of fine roots often creates water stress in newly transplanted trees. This large loss of plant biomass coupled with exposure to dry conditions is referred to as "transplant shock." Plants in transplant shock have less shoot growth, smaller "scorched" new leaves, and a general lack of vigor. Bauerle and Cornell scientists Jingjing Yin, Nina Bassuk, and Madeline Olbergom noted that other factors can affect trees' survival rates. "Transplant timing is important in post-transplant recovery. Tree species vary in their survival rates as a function of transplant seasons," the authors said. Tree size may also affect the plants ability to recover from transplanting. "Although large-caliper trees are often more desired to produce an immediately mature landscape, it has been found that large caliper trees have a slower growth rate than small-caliper trees." "The fine root traits of trees largely determine maximum potential growth rate of seedlings," Bauerle explained. "By understanding the physiological basis of root behavior during fall or spring transplanting, better decisions regarding transplant timing can be made." Roots' capacity to conduct water from a growing medium and then move the water to other parts of the tree is a critical contributor to trees' vitality. "Water stress during transplant shock greatly disrupts normal water transport capacity of a tree," the authors said. The scientists chose two Quercus species known to have different transplant traits: Quercus bicolor and Quercus macrocarpa. "Although these species are closely related, Quercus bicolor easily survives transplanting, whereas Quecus macrocarpa often does not," noted Bauerle. The research team transplanted both small- and large-caliper trees of both species and examined hydraulic conductance before and after transplanting in fine roots, coarse roots, and the entire root system of the trees. The study also involved assessments of how transplant timing affects post-transplant recovery in large-caliper trees. Analyses showed hydraulic conductance in fine roots to be related to transplant recovery of the two species after transplanting. "Six months after transplanting, although none of the small-caliper trees suffered from visible signs of transplant shock, fine root hydraulic conductance in root-pruned Quercus bicolor was much higher than that in root-pruned Quercus macrocarpa, resulting in larger stem growth in Quercus bicolor," the authors said. For large-caliper trees, all Quecus macrocarpa trees were found to show symptoms of transplant shock regardless of transplant timing, which the scientists attributed to the species' higher vulnerability to mild water stress, resulting in a significant reduction in fine root hydraulic conductance. The authors added that fine root hydraulic conductance in spring-transplanted Quercus bicolor trees was much higher than that in fall-transplanted trees, a finding they say implies that spring transplanting is optimal for Quercus bicolor. - Jingjing Yin,nina L. Bassuk,madeline W. Olberg, Taryn L. Bauerle. Fine Root Hydraulic Conductance Is Related to Post-transplant Recovery of Two Quercus Tree Species. Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science, November 2014 Cite This Page:

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What is the meaning of kaki mudra, and what are its benefits? This article explores everything you need to know about this Mudra. Definition – What is Kaki Mudra and its Meaning, References, and Mythology? Kaki Mudra is one of the Yogic Mudras or sacred gestures/seals. Let us simplify its meaning. Kaki Mudra is made of two different words. Let us break it down into two: Kaki – the word “Kaki” represents a “crow” in the Sanskrit language, Mudra – As we are familiar with the word “Mudra,” it represents a Yogic gesture or seal. Apart from this name, some people also call it Mudra for longevity. This Mudra is also known as the Crow’s Beak as this Mudra is based on a specific movement of your lips that involves making a pout with your mouth. This pout looks quite similar to a beak. This Mudra is sometimes included in face Yoga as well. It helps activate several facial muscles, including the Platysma muscle, which is often responsible for the double chin problem. The double chin is caused by fat deposition into the Platysma muscle. So, if done right with proper muscle activation, Kaki Mudra can also help resolve the double chin problem. As it also activates other facial muscles, this helps keep the skin active and toned and helps avoid wrinkles and skin aging. Yogis also used Kaki Mudra to learn breath retention. So, it is considered one of the best breathing techniques. Due to its amazing benefits and similarity with other Pranayamas, such as Sheetaliya and Seetakariya Pranayamas, it is also considered one of the Pranayamas. This Mudra practice has a cool and calm effect on our bodies. This Mudra calms the mind, and in addition, it also helps to soothe mental tensions and stress. It is also believed that practicing this Mudra can help to alleviate high blood pressure as well. The Crow’s Beak or Crow gesture, Mudra for longevity. How to Do Kaki Mudra? - This Mudra is based on the specific movement of our lips. You make a pout that looks similar to a Crow’s beak. - You can practice this Mudra while seated in a comfortable meditative posture, such as Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose), or Swastikasana (Auspicious Pose), or you can practice it while assuming a standing posture, such as Samsthiti or Mountain Pose. - This Mudra is often practiced with the Shanmukhi Mudra. However, this depends on whether the practitioner wants to add Shanmukhi Mudra. If you want to practice Kaki Mudra with Shanmukhi Mudra, then you can follow the steps of practicing Shanmukhi Mudra. - Now, you can start by making a pout with your lips so that it should resemble a Crow’s beak. - Then, assume the Nasikagra or Nasagra Drishti, inhale through the mouth, and fill your mouth with air as much as possible. While doing so, you might experience a sense of coolness in your mouth. - Let your cheeks expand out and retain your breath. - While retaining your breath, close the nostrils with your middle fingers in Shanmukhi Mudra. And then, gently bring your chin close to the chest so that it forms a Chin lock or Jalandhar Bandha. - To do so, release your nostrils first. Retain your breath as long as you can. When you cannot hold it any longer, slowly release the Chin lock, bring your head back, and slowly exhale your breath out through the nostrils. - Repeat it for 10-12 rounds or as your Yoga guru prescribes. Kaki Mudra Benefits - This Mudra is also considered equivalent to a Pranayama such as Shitali and Seetakariya Pranayama. So, one can achieve a good result by practicing this Mudra, especially those who cannot practice Shitali Pranayama because they cannot furl their tongues. It can help to increase Prana Shakti, the vital force in our bodies. - This helps to bring calmness and coolness into the body. So, practicing in the summer can help make our body cooler. - Due to its cooling effects, it is believed to help alleviate high blood pressure problems. - This Mudra is believed to activate the Throat Chakra, which can help to balance the thyroid gland’s secretion. - This Mudra activates many of our facial muscles, so it helps tone them up. It can even help to deal with the double chin problem, as if done correctly, it can activate the Platysma muscle. If we burn fat from the Platysma muscle, it can help to alleviate the double chin problem. - Practice this Mudra brings stillness and calmness. - Practicing this Mudra can help to avoid wrinkles and signs of aging. Kaki Mudra Precautions and Contraindications However, there are a few things to consider: - You should discontinue the practice if you experience dizziness while retaining your breath. - Do not practice it in a polluted environment. Because you are exhaling the air in your mouth, and if it contains pollution particles, it could potentially harm you. - People who are in depression should avoid practicing this. - If you are suffering from a low blood pressure problem, do not practice this. - If you have chronic constipation, then do not practice this. - This Mudra brings a sense of coolness into the body, so it should not be practiced in cold weather conditions. When and how long to do Kaki Mudra? - This Mudra can be practiced to keep your body cool and calm. - This Mudra can be practiced if you are someone who cannot furl his tongue to practice Shitali Pranayama. Then practicing this can help to achieve similar results. - This can be practiced to delay wrinkles and signs of aging. It can help to alleviate double chin issues as well. - You can practice this to bring calmness. Morning is the ideal time to do any yoga or Mudra. Our brain is at its best in the morning and during the daytime. So, you are more likely to be able to concentrate easily. Therefore, you should practice this Mudra from 4 am and 6 am to get the most effective outcomes. If you are having difficulty with this during the morning, you can do this Mudra later in the evening too. Based on research, the best way to practice an exercise for at least 10-20 minutes is to get the best benefits of that Mudra. Practicing this Mudra for a minimum of 3-5 times daily is recommended. It’s up to you whether you wish to complete it in one stretch or in two threes that last between 1 to 5 minutes. Breathing in Kaki Mudra This form of breathing exercise is often considered equal to Pranayamas. Affirmation in Kaki Mudra While practicing this, keep a positive intention. Start with: “I am wise enough to listen to my intuitions and act upon them.” The kaki mudra is one of many ancient techniques that can be used to improve your health and well-being. This Mudra helps to cleanse the body and mind, relieving stress and tension. If you’re interested in learning more about mudras and how to use them for better health, check out our Mudras Certification Course. In this course, you’ll learn all 108 mudras, their benefits, and how to use them effectively.

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CASE Study: Reinventing Engineering Education Global competition and problems affect the future of our economic and national security, and the well-being of our Nation and the World. Global synergy will tame competition and yield to innovation that is better positioned to solve the problems we face as a Nation and the World. Engineers lead the way. Identify the key competencies, skills, knowledge, and attitudes required for the future-ready engineer Identify the actions, programs, and support systems to cultivate the future-ready engineer Visualize What We Are Trying to Accomplish "I view Gardner’s 'Multiple Intelligences' as a set of divergent forces that at any point in time 'push or pull' the learner in different directions at 6 degrees of freedom, minimum; and I view the learner’s profile as a 'squishy ball' whose shape changes dynamically by the instantaneous 'push or pull' of the Multiple Intelligences." "I view Gardner's 'Five Minds for the Future' as a set of convergent forces towards the greater good. Therefore, I consider the 'Five Minds for the Future' to be the attributes of 'create for good'." Design What We Are Trying to Accomplish - the Design Principles Develop synergies in teaching and learning (Synergies) to educate the whole student by integrating STEM, Liberal Arts (humanities, arts, and social sciences) and social responsibility Develop Synergies within an educational institution, say, Our University (OU), to enable different constituents to design and deliver teaching and learning (T&L) to students by creating (together) curricular, co-curricular, or ancillary learning activities. Constituents can be faculty from different programs/ schools/ colleges/ departments within OU. Develop Synergies between an educational institution (say OU), community, and industry to design and deliver T&L to students by creating (together) curricular, co-curricular, or ancillary learning activities. Design as an open system, to be able to connect not only to other future ready professional ecosystems, but also to ecosystems in primary and secondary education, as well as ecosystems in vocational education Take it a step further: Design for "Universal-University", which is the University of the Future Design What We Are Trying to Accomplish - the Design Space Operationalize What We Are Trying to Accomplish Take it a step further: Design for "Universal-University", the University of the Future Although I present Synergies by referring to Our University, one may replace "Our University" with any other educational institution and carry on the analysis proposed by Synergies.

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