I have watched a part of TV show and the Muslim scholar was saying it is a must to let your beard grow and trim your mustache. I have always thought there is a kind of cultural influence and it is not a must to have it.
Is in a sin to shave your beard in Islam? is it a must to have a beard or else you will not be a good Muslim?
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 I would typically discourage questions of a fiqhi nature because they're not suited for discussion on a forum of amateurs but I'm not flagging this one because the topic of the beard is of general interest and something that is highly visible, thereby inviting questions. – Ansari Jun 20 '12 at 16:01
 - -1 You didn't do your research. This is a well-established ruling. – ashes999 Jun 20 '12 at 16:54
Having a beard for a man (when it is possible) is wajib (obligatory) in Sunni Islam by consensus of almost all scholars and schools of thought. One of the many ahadith cited as evidence for this is the hadith from Abdullah b. Umar narrating from the Prophet (saws):
انْهَكُوا الشَّوَارِبَ، وَأَعْفُوا اللِّحَى
Trim the mustaches and leave the beard (to grow).
from Sahih al-Bukhari also in many other books
There is a difference of opinion within the Shafi'i school whether it's highly encouraged or obligatory.
For a Muslim, a hadith with a command from the Prophet (saws) is generally taken to describe an obligatory deed unless evidence suggests otherwise (from the principle "al-amru li al-wujoob").
Based on this hadith and many others like it, the scholars do say that it is a sin to shave the beard. As for whether or not you won't be a good Muslim without it, I don't see the connection. Being a good Muslim encompasses a number of things, from belief in the heart to kind actions to acts of worship. Not having a beard doesn't directly reflect on someone's character or the purity of their heart. But if not having a beard comes out of an arrogance or intentional disobedience of the Prophet (saws) then I guess that could have effects on others parts of one's Islam.
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 Are you sure? Having bread is not Wajib, but shaving it is haraam. – user8749 Jun 20 '12 at 16:01
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 Well if shaving it is haram, then having it (when possible) is wajib :) In any case, even aside from that argument, the standard position in Sunni fiqh at least is that it is wajib, with a caveat for a difference of opinion among some Shafi'is. – Ansari Jun 20 '12 at 16:03
 - Ah, you're quite right. They're the same thing! Please add the "Sunni fiqh" part to your answer. – user8749 Jun 20 '12 at 16:04
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 Done - thanks for pointing that out. Curious now - what's the Shi'a fiqh on this? Ja'fari or Zaidi... – Ansari Jun 20 '12 at 16:07
 - A special shaving of beard is forbidden (haraam) in Shi'a Figh. One can use moser to shave beard to a level that you can't tell if he has from a fairly near distance. But I think there's not much of difference on this matter between n the two, only a slightly detailed one. – user8749 Jun 20 '12 at 16:24
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Its nice when games have riddles hidden in them. While playing TES:Arena, I came across an unusual logical puzzle: There are 3 cells.
If Cell 3 holds worthless brass, Cell 2 holds the gold key.
If Cell 1 holds the gold key, Cell 3 holds worthless brass.
If Cell 2 holds worthless brass, Cell 1 holds the gold key.
Knowing this brave fool, and knowing that all that is said cannot be true, which cell contains the gold key?
The correct answer is Cell 2 as suggested by the game. I wanted to know how one could logically arrive at the result. Could anyone help me with this?
What I tried: I negated all the above statements. The first implication became Cell 3 holds worthless brass AND Cell 2 does not have gold key. But if this is true, then cell 2 does not have the gold key and the result is incorrect. Hence I had this doubt.
PS: Choosing the wrong door causes man eating spiders to be released.
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Does each cell necessarily contain either worthless brass or a gold key? – Sp3000 Dec 20 '12 at 12:55
Although not stated in game, there is only ONE cell with a gold key. The other cells may/may not have brass. – Gautam Shenoy Dec 20 '12 at 12:57
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If you label the conditions a-c, and if the gold key exists and is unique, it is enough to show that not in 2 leads to a contradiction. But 'key not in 2' leads to 'key in 2' (so a contradiction), as follows:
By (c), not in 2 implies in 1. By (b) then, not in 3. By (a) then, key is in 2. Contradiction.
To be safe, you can check if the game makers messed up:
As 'key in 1' is a sub chain of the above, it also leads to 'key in 2'. Contradiction.
Similarly, 'key in 3' means by uniqueness that 2 holds brass, which, by (c), implies 1 holds the key. Contradiction.
Finally note that if the key is in 2, it doesn't lead to any contradictions. So game is correct.
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Cell 2 cannot hold worthless brass, and cell 1 cannot have the gold key.
If a cell can have neither brass nor key, then that is the limit of what you can conclude. For example, your conditions are consistent with cell 3 having the key and there being nothing in the other cells.
But if every cell contains either brass or key, then you know cell 2 has the key. You can prove that by assuming cell 2 did not have the key, and hence had worthless brass. That implies that cell 1 has the key, which implies cell 3 has worthless brass which implies that cell 2 has the key. Contradiction.
However, if that additional condition were part of the problem, then your middle condition would be redundant.
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Sorry to be contrary, but I believe you need 2 assumptions for there to be a unique solution. First, that all 3 statements are indeed true. If we allow that one or more of those statements doesn't hold, the whole thing falls apart.
Second, that each cell contains either brass or the key. No empty cells. If you disagree, try looking at these 2 solutions:
Cell 1 = Empty, Cell 2 = Key, Cell 3 = Empty
Cell 1 = Empty, Cell 2 = Empty, Cell 3 = Key
None of the 3 statements apply to either of these, so they're both possible valid solutions and you're left to guess and hope the spiders don't eat your face.
Now, you can brute force your way through by listing all possible solutions and checking which are valid under the given statements. In this case there aren't many possible choices, so that approach is not too bad. However, I'm assuming you're looking for a bit deeper insight, so I'll walk through a technique that can sometimes provide a quicker route to the answer, especially in more complex puzzles.
Since all the implications are one way (they are "if", not "if and only if"), one approach is to start by assuming a condition from the left side of a statement and trace the implications through all the statements to look for inconsistencies.
Just going in order, let's assume first that Cell 3 holds brass. Then by statement 1, Cell 2 holds the key. Since we're assuming key or brass in each and only one key, then Cell 1 would have to be brass. Given that, neither of the last 2 statements apply, so this solution is possible with no contradictions. Let's continue and check the others to be sure we have the only possible valid solution.
Looking at statement 2, let's assume now that Cell 1 holds the key. By statement 2, Cell 3 holds brass. By statement 1, Cell 2 holds the key. Since only 1 cell can hold the key, this is a contradiction. Therefore our original assumption is false, so Cell 1 does not hold the key.
Lastly, look at the third statement. If we assume Cell 2 holds brass, then Cell 1 holds the key. But we already know by our last reasoning that if Cell 1 holds the key we end up with a contradiction. So our assumption here is false, and Cell 2 does not hold brass.
Since Cell 2 cannot hold brass, it must hold the key.
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If you take "not all that is said is true" to mean that at least one statement is false, you can go through negating them and see where it leads. If the first statement is false, you have 3 holds brass and 2 does not hold the gold key. Given that there is a gold key, it must be behind door 1. Then the second and third statements would be true, but we still don't know whether cell 2 holds brass.
If the second statement is false, cell 1 has gold and 3 does not have brass (so is empty). The first and third sentences are then true and we again know nothing about cell 2.
If the third statement is false, 2 holds brass and 1 does not have gold, so it must be cell 3 that has gold. The other two are then true and we don't know what 1 holds.
Since we didn't reach a contradiction from any of these, we can't choose between them. I would downvote the puzzle creator. However, if you ignore the "not all that is said is true" and believe them all, gnometorule has shown how to get there.
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Are you a fan of the iconic VW Golf? Curious about its weight and how it contributes to its performance on the road? Well, look no further! In this blog post, we're going to delve into the world of automotive engineering and explore just how much a VW Golf weighs.
Buckle up and join us on this fascinating journey as we uncover the secrets behind one of Europe's most beloved compact cars!
The Evolution of the VW Golf's Weight
The Volkswagen Golf, commonly known as the VW Golf, has been a popular choice among car enthusiasts for over four decades. It is one of the most iconic and best-selling models by the German automaker Volkswagen.
With each new generation, the VW Golf has undergone significant changes in terms of design, technology, and performance. But one aspect that often goes unnoticed is its weight.
When it was first introduced in 1974, the VW Golf weighed around 1,800 pounds (816 kg). This was considered lightweight at the time compared to other cars in its class. However, with advances in technology and safety features over the years, the weight of the VW Golf has gradually increased with each new model.
In 1983, with its second generation release, the weight of the VW Golf jumped up to around 2,000 pounds (907 kg). This increase can be attributed to the addition of new features such as power steering and air conditioning. These added amenities improved driving comfort but also added extra weight to the vehicle.
As we moved into the third-generation models in 1991, there was another significant jump in weight. The base model now weighed around 2,500 pounds (1134 kg), almost a thousand-pound difference from its initial release just two decades prior. This increase can be attributed to advancements in safety features such as airbags and reinforced frames.
Factors Affecting Weight
Various factors determine the weight of a car and can vary significantly depending on the make and model. In this section, we will explore the different elements that contribute to the weight of a car, specifically focusing on the Volkswagen Golf.
- Size: One of the most significant factors affecting a car's weight is its size. Generally, larger cars tend to be heavier due to their increased dimensions and the need for more materials in construction. The VW Golf falls into the compact car category and is known for its smaller size compared to other models in its class. This compact design helps keep its weight relatively low.
- Materials Used: The materials used in a car's construction play a crucial role in determining its weight. Typically, heavier materials such as steel or iron are used in older models, while newer models tend to use lighter materials such as aluminum or carbon fiber to reduce weight without compromising strength and durability. The VW Golf uses high-quality lightweight materials in its construction, resulting in a lower overall weight.
- Engine Type: Another important factor that contributes to a car's weight is its engine type. Cars with larger engines tend to weigh more than those with smaller engines due to the added components needed for increased power output. The VW Golf comes equipped with various engine options ranging from small turbocharged three-cylinder engines to larger four-cylinder machines, all designed for fuel efficiency and performance without adding excessive weight.
Comparison to Other Cars in Its Class
The VW Golf has been a popular choice among car buyers for many years due to its reliability, practicality, and overall performance. One important factor that potential buyers often consider when purchasing a new car is its weight. In this section, we will compare the importance of the VW Golf to other popular vehicles in its class, such as the Honda Civic.
To start, let's take a look at the weight of the base model of each car. The VW Golf has a curb weight (the total weight of the vehicle without any passengers or cargo) of 2,943 pounds. On the other hand, the Honda Civic weighs slightly less, with a curb weight of 2,762 pounds. This means that the Honda Civic is about 181 pounds lighter than the VW Golf.
Moving on to their dimensions, both cars have similar lengths and widths. The VW Golf measures at 167.6 inches in length and 70.8 inches in width, while the Honda Civic comes in at 182.7 inches in length and 70.9 inches in width. However, it is worth noting that these measurements may vary depending on the specific model and trim level.
When it comes to engine options, both cars offer multiple choices for their customers. The base model of both vehicles comes equipped with a four-cylinder engine; however, there are also more powerful engine options available for those looking for an extra boost in performance.


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, books, equipment, food, institutional costs, and other miscellaneous expenses. With all costs factored in, traditional administrative assistant associate programs are typically more expensive than their digital counterparts.
As a whole, inclusive of online and certificate programs, the average tuition fees of undergraduate administrative assistant programs are $4,157 for residents and $9,161 for out-of-state learners (College Tuition Compare, 2020). Meanwhile, graduate programs cost $8,688 in-state and $12,726 out-of-state.
Is an online administrative assistant degree worth it?
An online administrative assistant degree is certainly worth it. The variety of skills a student learns, from clerical work to accounting principles, can land them a job in pretty much any industry. Their career path is also clear-cut, as administrative assistants can eventually become executive assistants, office administrators, office managers, and project managers.
The same can be said for holders of industry-specific administrative assistant degrees. In fact, medical administrative assistants have been proven to foster efficiency in the workplace, which is why the position is currently in demand.
This is echoed in "Implementing Resident Team Assistant Programs at Academic Medical Centers: Lessons Learned" published in the Journal of Graduate Medical Education. According to the researchers, the employment of resident assistants has "positively impacted the administrative task burden and job satisfaction of the residents while maintaining high acceptability from the hospital staff, patients, families, and community pediatricians. They have been considerably feasible in terms of costs and effort by the institutions (Takei et al., 2020)."
Source: College Tuition Compare 2021
What are the requirements of an online administrative assistant associate degree?
The requirements of online degrees tend to vary by institution. Some barely have any while others are similar to traditional degrees. But in a lot of cases, the requirements for online administrative assistant associate degrees are fewer than traditional ones.
Admission Requirments
In many cases, applicants will have to submit their transcript of grades and a high school diploma or its GED equivalent, but there are also institutions, like some community colleges, that forego those and focus on performance requirements. To be safe, it is better to have a copy of the transcript and diploma beforehand in case they are needed. Applicants can also submit letters of recommendation written by former teachers and/or employers. A resume might be required for applicants who have held jobs previously.
In addition, applicants could need to demonstrate their proficiency through one or a combination of tests.
 - Accuplacer score of at least 71 to 100 in reading, 50 in mathematics, and 5 in writing
 - A high score in the SAT or ACT
 - Minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 79 (internet-based), with 20/30 grades on reading and writing (for international applicants)
 - Cambridge English Scale score of 180 in reading and writing (for international students)
 - IELTS score of 6.5 in reading and writing (for international students)
Besides U.S. territories, countries that predominantly use the English language might be exempted from submitting English proficiency scores. In this scenario, the school will evaluate an applicant's English and reading proficiency through their transcript.
Should students wish to pursue a bachelor's degree later in the same institution, they need not resubmit the aforesaid requirements in most cases. They can also leverage the credits they earned during their associate program so that they do not need to retake the same classes as they take up a bachelor's degree. It is a likely outcome considering that a slight majority (27%) of executive assistants and administrative assistants hold bachelor's degrees (Zippia, 2021).
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General Requirements
Students looking to become administrative assistants must possess or hone a certain set of skills. These enable them to perform their coursework with ease as well as become competitive in the industry as they enter the workforce. Some examples include:
 - Communication skills. The job of an administrative assistant entails quite a lot of written and verbal communication. This can range from composing emails, answering calls, preparing speeches, drafting memos, to taking calls, and participating in meetings. As such, it is critical that you have mastery of grammar, practice proper pronunciation, have clear diction, and have an innate skill for using the right tone for every workplace situation.
 - Organization skills. Administrative assistants are the right-hand of executives. They need to manage an array of tasks to enable higher-ranking officials of an organization to perform their duties seamlessly. This involves filing paperwork, planning, maintaining schedules, and the like. So, administrative assistants should have strong organizational skills that will allow them to serve as extensions of executives.
 - Technological know-how. As an assistant, you will most likely handle correspondence on the computer, prepare documents, and schedule calendars. As such, you are expected to know your way around word processors, spreadsheet platforms, and other office productivity tools.
What are the technological requirements of students for 0nline learning?
A student should have the necessary equipment to be able to take online classes. After all, a lot of institutions leverage some of the best LMS for schools, and these platforms may require fairly new computers, updated operating systems, and high-speed internet. These requirements include:
 - PC or Mac desktop or laptop computer
 - Monitor
 - Speakers
 - Webcam
 - Headset
 - Microphone
 - Windows 8.1 or higher/OS 10.14 or higher
 - Internet download speed of 10 Mbps
 - Upload speed of 2 Mbps
Source: Zippia 2021
Courses to Expect in an Online Administrative Assistant Associate Degree
Administrative assistants own a wide range of competencies, and this is reflected in the roster of online degree courses offered by most schools. Some programs have a more in-depth approach to certain courses but the types of subjects taken are often similar. So what exactly are these courses?
 - Principles of Accounting/Bookkeeping: This course imparts knowledge of the basic accounting cycle typically used by retail and service businesses. The topics covered include recording transactions, preparing financial statements, identifying and analyzing business transactions, and payroll procedures.
 - Business Communications: This course covers the modes of communication that administrative assistants handle like writing and composing letters, memos, business reports, business cards, and brochures. It emphasizes proper grammar, punctuation usage, and, in some cases, corporate vernacular.
 - Business Office Management: Administrative assistants offer support in a lot of ways, and they will be tackled in this course. Students will learn general knowledge of organizing workspaces, setting and organizing meetings, time management, transcription, and producing office documents.
 - Desktop Publishing: In conjunction with learning proper business communication is its computerized application. This course teaches students how to write various documents and the application of graphics for posters and presentations. Moreover, it introduces the mechanics of widely used desktop publishing software.
 - Business Mathematics: Reports, presentations, and other pertinent documents will require math. This course covers this along with the rationale behind each.
 - Public Speaking: Presentations, meetings, and team tasks require oral communication. As such, this course covers the preparation and delivery of different types of speeches and the process of oral communication in a professional setting.
 - Supervisory Leadership: Some schools include leadership training in their curricula since administrative assistants are likely to become managers in the long run. With this, the course tackles the different kinds of leadership, their application, and how they can increase productivity. Also included are lessons on delegation, evaluating performance, and motivation.
Besides the aforesaid courses, there are other major subjects that will be taken up should a student enroll in an industry-specific administrative assistant program. For instance, legal administrative assistant degrees have basic law courses while medical administrative assistant degrees carry medical subjects.
Upon mastering the courses, learners can apply their skills in a wide variety of industries, including high-paying ones. An ideal landing spot for graduates is to become an executive secretary, with an annual wage of $63,110, or a legal administrative assistant ($48,980), but similar positions in other industries also pay well.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2021
Things to Look for in an Online Administrative Assistant Associate Degree
While a lot of post-secondary institutions offer online administrative assistant associate degrees, there are programs that cater to the specific needs of certain learners, from accessibility to the financial requirements and support provided. Meeting one's personal standards certainly enhances the learning experience.
Availability and Accessibility
Mobility is currently a big deal given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, prompting the need for distance learning, especially for learners who reside in areas that were hit hard. Thankfully, purely online administrative assistant associate degrees are widely available, as are administrative assistant certificate programs. There are also institutions that offer hybrid degrees to those who prefer to have a mix of online and classroom exercises. The lessons typically do not require immersive labwork or fieldwork so taking the program online does not compromise learning.
A lot of online administrative assistant programs are open to international students while the degrees awarded are recognized internationally. International applicants, however, should keep in mind that they need to take and pass standardized tests that ascertain their proficiency in the language of instruction. For instance, applicants should score at least 20/30 in the TOEFL reading exam.
Hidden Costs and Support Services
Some institutions might not reflect additional charges on top of their listed tuition fees nor, for those that charge high rates, immediately provide a breakdown of costs. It is important to note that online education has its own set of expenses. For instance, charges are added to accommodate teachers and to train them for online instruction. Technical support also merits expenses. Furthermore, some


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Monday, January 26th, 2009
Monday Notes: We had some IU student teachers visiting our classroom this morning. They helped with our Reader's Workshop. We talked about Four Feet, Two Sandals at our table groups. Then the Indian School group met and talked about Raven's brother getting sick in Chapter 5. After that, we worked on writing ADJECTIVES in short pieces about our favorite instruments. After lunch, we visited our first grade buddies. At math, we learned about measuring angles. It was tricky, but we're getting the hang of it. Then we started designing "geo-monsters," using our math templates.
Friday Notes: In the morning we listened to our new podcast. It was great, awesome and terrific! Our goal is to get 30 comments this week! We already have 7! We read a book about a girl who was born in Afghanistan. They had many wars there. Now she lives in the U.S. We did science experiments with Mrs. Streib's class. What a wild week!
Monday, January 26th, 2009
Listen to our podcast about the boarding schools many Native American children were forced to attend. This podcast was written after we read The Ledgerbook of Thomas Blue Eagle and Bright Path: Young Jim Thorpe. Check it out!
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
Tuesday Notes: Today was a big day in 306 and in HISTORY! Our third graders were in the Herald Times! After we read about ourselves in the newspaper, we checked out the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr web pages created by Mrs. Streib's class and Mrs. Ritchey's class. Both classes were winners in the web page contest by MCCSC. Then we read a book about Dr. King called Martin's Big Words. We made a poster of some of Dr. King's important words and messages. We ate lunch together in our classroom and watched President Obama take the oath of office. We took notes during his inaugural speech and then we made a poster called Barack's Big Words. We also read a picture book about President Obama's life. Mr. Combs was our awesome speaker at our Dr. King convocation. It was a great day to be together and learn more about our country and our government.
Wednesday Notes: Today we welcomed our new gym teacher, Ms. Uchman to Fairview. We had a great time at gym and art first thing this morning. We worked in our reading sketchbooks and learned more about inferences. We learned about equilateral, isoceles and scalene triangles. We worked on SOUND experiments during science class. When we put the tuning fork into water, it splashed. When we touched the tuning fork to paper, it buzzed. When we touched it to the ping pong ball, it bounced back and forth. A wonderful day in 306.
Thursday Notes: Our travellers have returned! Today was busy. After a lesson about adjectives, we worked on writing this morning. We made SIGNS about our book, Listen To the Wind. After recess, we worked on literature circles. The Stone Fox group met and talked about Little Willy's feelings about Stone Fox. We learned about QUADRANGLES in math class. We are loving the HUGO CABRET book by Brian Selznick!
Monday, January 12th, 2009
Monday Notes: Wow! This day was busy! At Reader's Workshop, we used the dictionary to look up our vocabulary words. Then we illustrated a passage from a book to show how we visualized the details. We had literature circles too. We watched a program about PRONOUNS and found all the pronouns in a song called, "The Girl Is Mine!" After lunch, we worked on PARALLEL and INTERSECTING lines. Ms. Streib's class visited and we worked on finishing up some of the pages in our Monroe County History books. Great news! Tammi and Allijah worked on an essay contest at Banneker Center at the View. They won and are going to travel to Washington to see the inauguration! WOW!!!! Congratulations!!!!
Tuesday Notes: This morning we had gym and music. When Ms. H. picked us up from music, we were singing wintry songs! We worked on our podcast scripts and we are almost ready to record. We took another acuity test after lunch. We also learned more about "parallel" and "intersecting" lines and worked in our math books. We were hoping for more snow today!
Thursday Notes: We began the day with a morning meeting and then we talked about Jim Thorpe. We found out that the Olympic committee took away his medals when they found out he had played professional baseball. Then they gave the medals back to his kids after he died. In the afternoon we learned more about building the school in Pakistan. We worked in our sketchbooks. After library, we had a social studies lesson on democracy. In a democracy everyone is expected to vote.
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
Tuesday Notes: It was nice to ease into the new year with a 2 hour delay. It was also wonderful to see everyone again. The 306′ers—students AND teacher were all a bit tired this morning, but we soon got back in to the swing of things. In the morning we learned more about NOUNS, and after lunch, we worked on our Fairview Faces and Places zines. We are starting a new math unit about geometry. Today we learned about line segments, lines and rays. Happy New Year, everyone!
Wednesday Notes: In art today, we made 2009 signs with bubble letters. Instead of gym, we got to hear Coach Jack from IU talk to the sixth graders at their Lifeskills convocation. After gym, we began working on our new podcast. In the afternoon, we learned about sound and BIG BEN when Mrs. Streib came and taught science in 306.
Thursday Notes: Today we heard a story called Listen To the Wind. It's about a guy named Greg Mortenson from the United States who went to Pakistan and helped them build a school. Our Time For Kids was about photographs from 2008. We read a book called The Biggest Best Snowman.
p.s. We love 2 hour delays!


Chain of Responsibility Pattern in Java
Chain of Responsibility Pattern is a Behavioral Pattern in which, a Request is sent through a chain of handling Objects without knowing which Object will handle it. With Chain of Responsibility Pattern, we can avoid coupling the Sender of a request to received Objects and create a processing sequence automatically based on type of request.
Chain of Responsibility Pattern defines a set of Handlers that receive request from Sender. Each Handler processes it if possible or pass to another Handler, or does both: process and pass it on.
This is a simple diagram of the Pattern:
– We have an Abstract Handler class that contains inner Successor and handle method for processing Request and pass it to another Successor.
– All Handlers extend Abstract Handler class. Each Handler sets its own Successor (the next Handler).
– Client just gives Request for the first Handler to process, next Handler will handle Request automatically anytime it receives.
1. Project Overview
The customer has a problem with a specific level of difficulty. We have 3 people with different standards: Regular Developer, Senior and Expert. Depending on the problem level, we choose person to give customer advice. So we pass problem (level) to Regular Developer first, if he is not qualified enough to solve the problem (his level is not equal problem level), he will pass the problem to people who has higher standard, and so on.
2. Step by Step
2.1- Create AbstractConsultant class:
package com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern;
public abstract class AbstractConsultant {
 protected int level;
 protected AbstractConsultant nextConsultant;
 public void setNextConsultant(AbstractConsultant nextConsultant) {
 this.nextConsultant = nextConsultant;
 public void giveAdvice(int level) {
 if (this.level >= level) {
 } else {
 abstract protected void advise(int level);
2.2- Create ProblemLevel enum:
package com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern;
public enum ProblemLevel {
 private int value;
 private ProblemLevel(int value) {
 this.value = value;
 public int value() {
 return value;
2.3- Create some Handlers class that extend AbstractConsultant class:
RegularDeveloper can give advice for problem level up to 2, Senior is up to 5, and Expert is up to 7.
package com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern;
public class RegularDeveloper extends AbstractConsultant {
 public RegularDeveloper() {
 this.level = 2;
 protected void advise(int level) {
 System.out.println("RegularDeveloper helps to solve problem level " + level);
package com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern;
public class Senior extends AbstractConsultant {
 public Senior() {
 this.level = 5;
 protected void advise(int level) {
 System.out.println("Senior helps to solve problem level " + level);
package com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern;
public class Expert extends AbstractConsultant {
 public Expert() {
 this.level = 7;
 protected void advise(int level) {
 System.out.println("Expert helps to solve problem level " + level);
2.4- Create Client Test Class:
package com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility;
import com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern.AbstractConsultant;
import com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern.Expert;
import com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern.ProblemLevel;
import com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern.RegularDeveloper;
import com.javasampleapproach.chainofresponsibility.pattern.Senior;
public class MainApp {
 public static void main(String[] args) {
 AbstractConsultant developer = new RegularDeveloper();
 AbstractConsultant senior = new Senior();
 AbstractConsultant expert = new Expert();
 System.out.println("--- ProblemLevel = NORMAL ---");
 ProblemLevel difficultLevel = ProblemLevel.NORMAL;
 System.out.println("--- ProblemLevel = DIFFICULT ---");
 difficultLevel = ProblemLevel.DIFFICULT;
 System.out.println("--- ProblemLevel = INSANE ---");
 difficultLevel = ProblemLevel.INSANE;
2.5- Run the code, the console window shows:
--- ProblemLevel = NORMAL ---
RegularDeveloper helps to solve problem level 2
--- ProblemLevel = DIFFICULT ---
Senior helps to solve problem level 4
--- ProblemLevel = INSANE ---
Expert helps to solve problem level 7
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A Local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP) for Pembrokeshire was first published in 2000 following UK guidance. The original plan contained detailed information on the biodiversity of Pembrokeshire including habitat descriptions. It also contained 7 Habitat and 23 Species Action Plans. An additional 4 Habitats and 9 Species Action Plans have been published since 2000 as part of a rolling programme. Many actions from these plans have been delivered by individuals, organisations, and through partnership working.
The main function of the Pembrokeshire LBAP continues to be:-
To provide a framework within which existing and new actions are co-ordinated to conserve and enhance biodiversity in Pembrokeshire, taking account of local and national priorities.
Further to the publication of the previous plan there have been several developments and new guidance made available which have led to the requirement for a full review of the Pembrokeshire LBAP to reflect these developments.
The revised Pembrokeshire Local Biodiversity Action Plan is split into 2 volumes:
Volume 1: 'Introduction to the LBAP'
This provides a brief background to biodiversity in Pembrokeshire and the role of the Pembrokeshire Biodiversity Partnership. It also includes information on the priority habitats and species in Pembrokeshire.
Volume 2: Biodiversity Action Plans for Pembrokeshire
This provides a status report for all priority habitats and species in Pembrokeshire, (where known). It also contains targets and actions for the generic, grouped habitat and species plans prepared so far. Lead organisations/individuals have been identified to implement the actions set out in the plans. The successful implementation of these actions will require the continuation of working in partnership with local communities, industry, commerce and individuals.
The action plans are only available in an electronic format as they are dynamic documents which will be amended periodically and contain reports on actions delivered. These plans are available to download from the BARS website (opens new window).
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Our Birds - Barred Plymouth Rock Chicken
Our Animals > Barred Plymouth Rock Chicken
The Plymouth Rock, often called simply Rocks or Barred Rocks (after their most popular color), is a chicken breed that originated in the United States. The Plymouth Rock is a dual-purpose, cold-hardy bird and therefore makes a great breed for the small farm or backyard flock owner. These chickens are often called Plymouth Rocks, but this title correctly belongs to the entire breed, not just the Barred variety. There are seven varieties of Plymouth Rock chickens: barred, blue, buff, Columbian, partridge, silver-penciled and white.
The Plymouth Rock was developed in New England in the middle of the 19th century and was first exhibited as a breed in 1869. Several individuals claimed its invention, using crosses of Dominiques, Black Javas, Cochins, and perhaps Malays and Dorkings. John C. Bennett (_PHONE_) has been credited with either creating or popularizing the breed. Plymouth Rocks were bred as a dual-purpose fowl, meaning that they were valued both for their meat and for the hens' egg-laying ability. The first Plymouth Rock was barred and other varieties were developed later. The breed became popular very rapidly, and in fact, until World War II, no breed was ever kept and bred as extensively in the United States as the Barred Plymouth Rock. Its popularity came from its qualities as an outstanding farm chicken: hardiness, docility, broodiness, and excellent production of both eggs and meat.
Most of the other varieties were developed from crosses containing some of the same ancestral background as the barred variety. Early in its development, the name Plymouth Rock implied a barred bird, but as more varieties were developed, it became the designation for the breed. The Barred Plymouth Rock was one of the foundation breeds for the broiler industry in the 1920s, and the White Rock continues to be used as the female side of the commercial broiler cross.
Plymouth Rocks are large, long-lived chickens. Some varieties are good layers while others are bred principally for meat. They possess a long, broad back; a moderately deep, full breast; and yellow skin and legs. The hens have a deep, full abdomen, which is a sign of a good layer. The face of a Plymouth Rock is red with red ear lobes, a bright yellow beak, bay-colored eyes, and a single comb of moderate size. Their feathers are fairly loosely held but not so long as to easily tangle.
Generally, Plymouth Rocks are not aggressive, and tame quite easily. They are docile and may show broodiness. The hens usually make good mothers. However, some males and females are big and active enough to be quite a problem if they become aggressive.
Breeders should be aware of the standard weights and not select small or narrow birds for the breeding pen. Common faults include a shallow breast, high tails, narrow bodies and small size. Friendly and curious.


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Significance of Item Category / Account assignment category
Can any tell what is the significance of Item Category / Account assignment category in Sap. Why it is used.
The account assignement comes into picture when you order the material as Indirect. In case of direct it gets valuated under raw material, semi finished, finished etc (Valuation class).
In Account assignment you assign a specific G/L account to a cost center. In reality you can have different cost centers like Production, Maintenance, Quality etc and different G/L accounts like Raw material consumption, machine tools, computer software, buildings, machineries etc.
Suppose if a machine has been procured for production purposes it gets accounted in the machineries G/L account and the cost is accrued by production. Same case if a measuring instrument is procured by Quality department it gets accounted in machineries G/L account and the cost is accrued by Quality department.
It helps in analysing the spend of each department as per the allocate d budget and also helps in allocating budgets to respective departments for future purposes.


Volume Snapshots
Volume snapshots are immutable, point-in-time images of the contents of one or more volumes.
FlashArray User Guide.
All Pure Storage® FlashArray devices support volume snapshots. Because of the innovative technology used to implement the volume snapshots, snapshot creation and its lifecycle management does not impact an array's performance. Generally snapshots are classified as crash consistent or application consistent. Crash consistent snapshots preserve the data at the moment of snapshot but without the application awareness that snapshot is created. It is conceivable that open files will not be properly protected with a crash consistent snapshot. Application consistent snapshots ensure that all pending transactions and file system operations are completed at the time the snapshot is created. Application consistent snapshots provide reliable means of full data recovery.
MongoDB Replica Sets
MongoDB has been designed and developed with high availability features which are provided by replica sets. A replica set duplicates database data across all replica set members. At a minimum, three servers are required to configure the replica set. One of the replica set members serves as a primary with two or more secondaries (slaves). By default, the primary replica set member is responsible for read and write database operations. In the event of a primary failure, the remaining members elect a new primary. MongoDB 4.0 supports up to fifty nodes in a replica set with seven members participating in the primary member election. Besides high availability, the replica set model provides great flexibility in situations where software and hardware updates are required. Nodes can be safely evacuated from a replica set without impacting database performance and availability. Moreover, delayed replica set members can be utilized for a database point in time recovery operations or backups. Replica set members can be geographically dispersed and located in different data centers. An example of a five node MongoDB replica set is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1.
Taking Advantage Of FlashArray Data Services With MongoDB
In most cases, MongoDB replica sets have been deployed on servers with Direct-Attached Storage (DAS). While using servers with DAS offers some benefits, there are also many challenges associated with this deployment model such as lack of integrated data services (data reduction and snapshots). The benefits of FlashArray data reduction are covered in MongoDB: (Disk) Space The Final Frontier blog. To determine how volume snapshots can benefit MongoDB FlashArray deployments, let us examine the replica set member failure or scheduled maintenance activity and corresponding recovery scenario. In a MongoDB replica set, the primary node maintains oplog (operations log) which is a rolling record of all inserts and updates. Secondary nodes also posses the oplog copy which is asynchronously updated from the primary. If the secondary node is unavailable for an extended period of time, the oplog on the primary may be overwritten without being duplicated to the secondary. Once the oplog has been overwritten or the disk subsystem on the failed node has been corrupted or lost, content of the entire database must be copied from another surviving node. This process, depending on the size of the database, workload and the network throughout can be time consuming. During the replication process, MongoDB replica set is at higher risk of failure should another node or nodes malfunction.
This risk can be easily reduced or mitigated if MongoDB data files are stored on FlashArray. By utilizing volume snapshots, the failed node may be recovered much faster than copying database files across the network. The possible MongoDB replica set with a FlashArray deployment is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2.
MongoDB Replica Set Node Recovery Using FlashArray Snapshots
By utilizing MongoDB's replica set high availability features and FlashArray snapshots, the failed node recovery process is simple and efficient. The steps outlined below provide a general MongoDB replica set node recovery guidelines where database disks (dbpath) are located on FlashArray volumes. See Figure 3 (animated).
 1. Secondary Replica Set Member B: down for maintenance or failed
 2. Secondary Replica Set Member A: flush writes to disk and lock the database (db.fsyncLock())
 3. FlashArray: Snapshot database volume or volumes connected to Secondary Replica Set Member A locked in step 1 (purevol snap)
 4. Secondary Replica Set Member A: Unlock the database locked in step 1 (db.fsyncUnlock())
 5. FlashArray: Copy snapshot to volume/volumes or overwrite from snapshot existing volume/volumes which are connected to the recovering node (purevol copy)
 6. Secondary Replica Set Member B: Start mongod process on the recovering node (/usr/bin/mongod)
 7. Verify the replica set status (rs.status() and rs.printSlaveReplicationInfo())
Note: If the volume snapshot (step 3) is not required for longer term retention, volume copy with overwrite option (purevol copy –overwrite) may be executed eliminating step 5.
Figure 3 (animated).
Replica Set Secondary Node Recovery Test
The criterion for successful recovery was when the tested node reached the SECONDARY state. The node status can be obtained by executing rs.status() command.
In Pure Storage lab, the recovery of a 230 GB idle (no workload) database on the secondary replica set member with an empty dbpath (no database files) using MongoDB replication mechanism took approximately eighteen minutes. Recovering the same secondary node using FlashArray snapshots completed in less than a minute after starting mongod process.
Repeating the same test scenario with database under load (50% reads 50% updates) the recovery time on node with an empty file system (dbpath) took approximately twenty five minutes. Restoring identical node with FlashArray snapshot, the node state change from STARTUP2 to SECONDARY occurred in less than a minute. See table below.
MongoDB Replication FlashArray Snapshot Improvement
No Workload 18 minutes 1 minute 18x
Workload (50%reads 50% updates)
25 minutes 1 minute 25x
All data services such as snapshot, Snap to NFS, CloudSnap, data reduction, synchronous and asynchronous replication are included with all FlashArray models. By taking advantage of volume snapshots, MongoDB replica set instances can be quickly recovered reducing the node downtime and without increasing the network congestion and bandwidth requirements. Furthermore, adding a new replica set node will be also greatly simplified and significantly faster than native MongoDB replication.
As an additional benefit, utilizing Snap to NFS or Purity CloudSnap™ and MongoDB delayed replica set members, FlashArray volume snapshots can be offloaded to another media providing convenient and inexpensive (lower storage cost) means of maintaining multiple point in time database recovery options.


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Hand gesture and electronic circuit for sonification of drawing
Drawdio – Jay Silver's original designed kit. It's the contemporary electronic tool for drawing music.
How does the drawing look like made by Drawdio?
Metaphorically, growing-drawing are growing like plants, instead of water there is a sound which stimulates growing of the drawing.
Interface Cultures, Kunstuniversität Linz
The experience of drawing action with Drawdio is significant for the flow of electronic sounds. The sound was controlling the outcome of drawing in a process and has priority over the hand gesture. Therefore, lines are an expression of the sound through the motion of the hand gesture.
The process of sonically drawn lines; the abstract form of drawing process, a hand is following an electronic sound, the electronic circuit is triggered by graphite's conductivity and skin; hands gestures draw and close the circuit simultaneously.


31 Appropriate Sympathy Gift Ideas
What is an Appropriate Sympathy Gift?
When a loved one experiences a tragedy or loss, we often wish we could do something to ease their pain. Unfortunately, choosing appropriate sympathy gifts to help them through the grieving process can be challenging, especially because each person deals with grief and sadness in their own way. The most important thing to remember is that anything you do to show love and sympathy will be appreciated.
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Sympathy Gift Etiquette
Your main goal when choosing appropriate sympathy gifts is to show love and support. However, your message may be better received when you follow the rules of sympathy gift etiquette:
 - Whether or not there is an official service to attend, it is still encouraged to send a gift or card to express your sympathy.
 - The best time to send gifts is during the first two weeks, but if more time has passed, a simple note or card is still acceptable.
 - Charitable donations are often appreciated, particularly if the family has ties or sentimental feelings toward a specific charity. As a general rule, look for the phrase "in lieu of flowers" on any announcements or in the obituaries and follow the instructions given. Sympathy etiquette suggests that you still write a note or card expressing condolences and letting them know you made a donation.
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Use the guide below to find ideas for appropriate sympathy messages and gifts that follow the rules of sympathy etiquette.
1. Classic Sympathy Gift
When you aren't sure what to get someone in need of comfort, these classic ideas are always well received.
 1. Gift basket
 2. Teddy bears/stuffed animal
 3. Balloons
 4. Letters/card
 5. Throw blanket/heated blanket
 6. Acts of Service
 7. Flowers
2. Personalized Sympathy Gift
Another great way to express genuine sympathy is by choosing or creating a gift with a personal touch.
 1. Personalized throw blanket
 2. Sympathy ornament
 3. DIY compassion care package
 4. Photo album with family/friend pictures
 5. Book or jar with memories of the deceased, written by friends and family
 6. Charitable donation
 7. Gift card for home cleaning or other services
3. Decadent Sympathy Gift
 1. Memorial jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc.)
 2. Memorial tumbler mug
 3. Memorial flower planter box
 4. Angel wind chime
 5. Memorial garden stone
 6. Plant a tree in their name
 7. Keepsake box
4. Sympathy Food Gifts
In situations of extreme sadness or stress, it is often the simple things that bring the most comfort. Bringing over a meal or special treat is the perfect way to cheer someone up and show you care.
 1. Gourmet soup
 2. Candy
 3. Tea or Hot Chocolate (something warm to drink)
 4. Cookies (Spoonful of Comfort has several great cookie options you can have sent right to their home!)
 5. Ice cream
 6. Fruit or Fruit basket (fresh or dried)
 7. Assorted nuts
 8. Tin of popcorn
 9. Bottle of wine
 10. Favorite soda
Frequently Asked Sympathy Gift Questions:
How do you sympathize with someone who has lost a loved one?
In addition to cards and gifts, the best way to show your sympathy is by providing service. What can you do to take away some stress during this time? Maybe you can provide a meal, mow the lawn, shovel snow, help with cleaning, or take care of kids.
Is it appropriate to give money in a sympathy card?
Yes, in fact, it is often one of the best ways you can support a loved one. The deceased may have been the one bringing in the majority of the household income, or the survivor may be faced with high funeral costs. Put the money in a card with a kind message and simply mention there is a gift inside so the recipient doesn't wait too long to open it.
Is it appropriate to send flowers to a funeral?
There are circumstances where flowers would not be an appropriate gift. In some cultures and religions, sending flowers to show sympathy during mourning may not be part of their tradition. For example, traditionally Jewish people do not have a culture of sending flowers to the funeral. The same applies to Hindus. If you know the family has no such concerns, then flowers are a great gift for a funeral.
Are group sympathy gifts appropriate?
Sending sympathy gifts as a group works well when the person or family you are supporting is affiliated with your group and is not a particular close friend. For example, multiple coworkers can pitch in for a group gift and each sign the same card.
One of the most helpful ways to provide comfort during difficult times is by making sure your loved ones are well fed. During the grieving process, it is not uncommon for people to let their nutrition slide or to skip meals altogether. Send your loved ones a delicious meal from Spoonful of Comfort, which includes delivery of soup, cookies, and rolls, as well as a personalized note card and a ladle for serving. Check out our Sympathy Soup Gift Baskets today, and get more inspiration for appropriate sympathy gifts on the Spoonful of Comfort blog.
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Referring to the documents and examples of tzip-16, how would one implement the contract metadata on a Fa1.2 contract on SmartPy? In order to provide balance updates and offchain events.
TZip16 uses a two stage approach:
For the specific case of the FA1.2, we will probably simply add the metadata field.
 - Metadata are now supported in SmartPy. – FFF Dec 3 '20 at 23:12
There is no way, to implement tzip-16 on an already originated smart contract unless the contract was originally designed for this purpose, because:
 1. Tzip-16 requires (big_map %metadata string bytes) field in the contract storage.
 2. You can't change the storage structure of an already originated contract.
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Write in Service log Action
After Write in Service log Action completes, some details of its performance are retained in dynamic Variable Wizard values. These dynamic values can be used by any subsequent Action within the same Task as a parameter specifying its operations.
Variable Wizard - Write in Service log Action
Variable Wizard retrieves the following dynamic values from the Write in Service log Action:
Entry textReturns the exact text that was written into the service log file.
Entry typeReturns a value indicating whether the log file entry was categorized as information, warning or error message.
Action completion statusThe value that indicates whether writing the service log file was completed successfully or failed.
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We present a novel approach to solving Quantified Boolean Formulas (QBF) that combines a search-based QBF solver with machine learning techniques. We show how classification methods can be used to predict run-times and to choose optimal heuristics both within a portfolio-based, and within a dynamic, online approach. In the dynamic method variables are set to a truth value according to a scheme that tries to maximize the probability of successfully solving the remaining sub-problem efficiently. Since each variable assignment can drastically change the problem-structure, new heuristics are chosen dynamically, and a classifier is used online to predict the usefulness of each heuristic. Experimental results on a large corpus of example problems show the usefulness of our approach in terms of run-time as well as the ability to solve previously unsolved problem instances.
Subjects: 15.7 Search; 12. Machine Learning and Discovery
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Requirements for proficiency in Norwegian
The Norwegian language is the primary language of instruction at Norwegian institutions of higher education. Some foreign students learn Norwegian before they continue with further studies in Norway. Below is an overview of the language requirements for foreign students applying for courses where the language of instruction is Norwegian.
If applying for a course taught in Norwegian, or for general acceptance into an institution, applicants outside of the Nordic countries must meet one of the following requirements:
- Successfully passed 'Norwegian as a second language' from upper secondary school.
- Sucessfully passed Level 3 in Norwegian at a university.
- Successfully passed one-year study in Norwegian language and society for foreign students from a university college.
- Successfully passed test in Norwegian at higher level, 'Bergenstesten', with a minimum score of 450.
In certain cases, institutions may accept other types of documentation. Please contact the institutions directly for details.


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If you're having issues setting up your Ring Video Doorbell or Security Camera – such as with connecting to the temporary Ring network or your home wifi network – try the troubleshooting steps below.
Is your router physically blocked in some way?
Moving your router is often the quickest fix. Try moving it into an open, unblocked space if it's in a secluded place like behind your sofa or inside a cupboard.
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Can't connect to Ring's temporary access point during setup?
Your Ring device creates a temporary "network" that you will use as an access point only during setup, before you connect it to your home wifi network. If you can't connect to the Ring network, try the following steps. The first few are specific to device type, so scroll to the ones that apply to you.
Try these Apple/iOS fixes:
- Reboot your device (shut it off completely), then try setting up again.
- Change your cellular data setting. If you don't see your home wifi network when you're setting up your device, one of your mobile device settings may be preventing setup. You can always switch your settings back after. Learn how to access your cellular data.
- Change wifi settings. This often helps when you're trying to connect to the Ring network.
- Tap Settings (the gear icon), then tap Wifi.
- Under this setting, you'll see a list of different network names. Below that list, tap Ask to Join Networks, then tap Ask.
- Try setup again to see if the Ring temporary network appears.
Try these Android fixes:
If you're using an Android device and can't connect to the Ring network, you may need to adjust the Smart Network Switch.
Fully charge your battery.
If you're setting up a new battery-powered Ring device, your battery will be only partially charged due to safety restrictions on shipping lithium batteries. You may need to fully charge it prior to setup.
Your battery can take around 5-10 hours to fully charge, depending on whether the USB cable is plugged into a USB port or a wall outlet. Once you've completed setup, you'll be able to see your battery charge percentage in the Ring app.
Try setup on another device.
Use another mobile device to log into the Ring app and set up from there. Keep in mind you'll need to be logged in with your username and password if you want to be the owner of the new Ring device.
Can't connect to your home wifi network?
If you have issues related to your home wifi, try the following steps below.
Do some basic wifi troubleshooting.
- Make sure you're entering the correct password. Passwords are case sensitive and do not include spaces. Your network password can often be found on the bottom of your router.
- Make sure your password doesn't have any special characters. If your password contains characters like an asterisk (*), hash sign (#), or exclamation mark (!), remove them by changing the password in your router's settings. Or, contact your internet provider to change your password.
- Make sure you have a 5 GHz compatible Ring device if you're trying to connect to a 5 GHz network. If you do have a 5 GHz compatible device but still have issues, connect to a 2.4 GHz network first – then switch to the 5 GHz network after setup is complete. You can do so via the Device Health section of the Ring app.
Conduct a distance test.
Your Ring device may be too far from your router. If your Ring device is battery-powered, or if you can move it from the mounting location, try bringing it a few feet closer to your router before setup. Plus, consider the following:
- Sometimes wifi interference can cause setup to fail. Learn more about common causes here.
- If the above steps don't work, you may need to add a wifi extender such as the Ring Chime Pro.
- If your home is larger than 1500 sq. feet or has multiple levels, you may need a mesh network to get a consistent wifi signal.
Reboot your modem or router.
For optimal performance, we suggest rebooting once a month.
- Unplug your router and/or modem from its power supply.
- If your router and modem are separate devices, unplug both of them.
- Wait at least 30 seconds, then plug back in.
- Wait 30 seconds to one minute for your router and/or modem to boot up.
- Confirm that your internet is back on by connecting another device to your wifi network and trying to access a website. Then repeat the setup process.
A few notes on modems and routers:
- Routers older than 4-5 years may have exceeded their lifespan and might need to be replaced.
- Ring devices are not compatible with WPA3.
- If you're using a Wifi 6 (802.11 ax) router, click here for troubleshooting steps.
How to perform a reset/restore on your Ring device
WARNING: DO NOT use any of these steps with any Ring Alarm device.
If you're still having issues, try performing a reset/restore on your Ring device by holding down its reset button for 20 seconds and then releasing it. Before you reset your device, make sure to download any videos in your account.
If you're not sure what Ring doorbell or camera you have and you've set it up before, find the Product Name in the Device Health section of the Ring app. If you have a new device, look for the product name on the box.
Here are the reset button locations on various Ring devices:
- Ring Video Doorbell (1st Generation): Orange button on the back.
- Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Generation): Orange button on the back.
- Ring Video Doorbell 2: Small black button on the front under the faceplate.
- Ring Video Doorbell 3, 3 Plus, 4 and Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus: Small black button with orange dot under the faceplate.
- Ring Video Doorbell Wired: Small black button with orange dot under the faceplate.
- Ring Video Doorbell Pro: Small black button on the right side of the device.
- Note: You will need to wait until the light turns off which can take up to 60 seconds.
- Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2: Small black button on the right of the device.
- Ring Video Doorbell Elite: Small black button on the front.
- Ring Spotlight Cams/Ring Floodlight Cams: Button on top of the camera.
- Ring Stick Up Cams: White or orange button on the bottom of the camera, under the bottom cover.
- Ring Indoor Cams: White button on the top of the camera.
After performing a reset/restore, wait 1-2 minutes and attempt setup again, making sure that:
- You're entering the correct password for your wifi network. Passwords are case sensitive.
- You're not too far away from your wifi router.
- Your internet is not down.


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During the different phases of a masonry project, contractors collect detailed information about the labor productivity of its workers and the factors that influence productivity. Information includes quantitative data such as hours, activities, and tasks, and qualitative data such as ratings and personality factors. Personality factors have been found to be a key aspect that influences the compatibility of a crew and the productivity in masonry construction. This paper proposes a mathematical framework to determine how the compatibility between the workers in a crew can be used to predict productivity. A standard method for quantifying personality is used to determine the compatibility of a crew and empirically define a probability density to predict productivity. The probability density determines, for a given compatibility, the average productivity for a crew. The most interesting part of this probability density is that it accounts for variations in the productivity, resulting from the interaction and the relationships between the workers in a crew. The proposed probability distribution can be used to make more realistic predictions, by calculating confidence intervals, of the productivity of masonry crews and to better estimate times of construction, avoid crew conflicts, and find practical ways to increase production.
masonry construction, productivity, process improvement, crew formation, probability density
Florez, L. & Cortissoz, J. C. 2017, 'Probability Density Function for Predicting Productivity in Masonry Construction Based on the Compatibility of a Crew' In:, 25th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction. Heraklion, Greece, 9-12 Jul 2017. pp 655-662


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Plant of the Week | King Tut papyrus
Home and Garden
On The House
Egyptian or King Tut papyrus, Cyperus papyrus 'King Tut', is an extraordinary tropical plant that has many uses in the garden. This plant is a member of the sedge family. Its stems are medium-green and triangular and grow upright in clumps. The stems are topped by long leaflets that look similar to sparklers. King Tut papyrus likes moist soil, although, once established, it does well in drier conditions. King Tut papyrus looks great as a focal point in a garden or in a container with shorter flowering annuals. King Tut papyrus can be seen in the containers in front of the Chase Community Garden Center on the Scotts Miracle-Gro Community Garden Campus at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
— Barbara Arnold
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens


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The bear-friendly label was designed to award practices that promote coexistence between bears and humans. Bear friendly practices include:
- the effective protection of livestock, beehives or orchards;
- preventing bears from losing fear of human (habituation of bears to humans) by using bear-proof garbage bins. When bears relate food to human, they will try to find it close to humans and their settlements. So, let's keep bears wild and do not leave your trash everywhere;
- development of responsible tourism programs;
- active promotion of bear conservation in the local area.
Honey, cheese, meat products and handicrafts equipped with the bear-friendly label highlight the connection between bears and local communities, which are deeply intertwined in the northern Dinaric region and Alps. Such products give additional value and sense of recognition to the use of bear-friendly practices and improve the coexistence between humans and bears.
Support bear friendly products and services to benefit local community and contribute to coexistence with bears.


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Australian Word Map
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Australian English has two classes of regional words. For some items, speakers must use a regional term because there is no word that is used all over Australia. For example, there is no word used everywhere in Australia for the type of sausage known variously as Belgium sausage, Byron sausage, devon, Empire sausage, fritz, German sausage, luncheon sausage, polony, Strasburg, and Windsor sausage.
For other items there is a word used everywhere in Australia, but there is also a regional word.
The map below indicates the Word Map Regional Language Divisions numbered 1 through to 27:
Map of Australia
« Rollover anywhere on the map to highlight the Australian Word Map Regional Language Divisions.
Here is the list of Word Map Regional Language Divisions. Rollover the region names to highlight the corresponding area on the map.
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The definition of bairn is the Scottish term for a child.(noun)
An example of a bairn is a reference in a book when a Scottish character says they "have a dozen bairns," which means a dozen children.
See bairn in Webster's New World College Dictionary
See bairn in American Heritage Dictionary 4
Origin: Middle English barn
Origin:, from Old English bearn; see bher-1 in Indo-European roots.
Learn more about bairn


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Importing data using the templates within CRM makes the import process very smooth and easy. You are able to see all of the required information that needs to be filled in prior to importing the data. You are able to import data to appropriate fields within CRM since the fields also get mapped automatically to the desired fields.
Templates are available for all entities.
You are able to access these download templates by following the steps below:
- You can find the template on the ribbon of the entity itself
- Or you can click on SettingsÃ Data ManagementÃ Templates for Data Import
- You are able to select the entity you want to import the data for
- The file saves as a.xml file on your computer
- Open the file and fill in the appropriate information
- All the fields that are bolded are required fields
- You just need to fill in the information that you want to see in your CRM form when you open the entity
- As for the lookup fields, such as the Primary Contact and Parent Account, you can add them there only if they already exist in CRM
Save the file â€" keep the xml format because it automatically maps the correct fields
The file formats that are supported by CRM are Comma-separated values (.csv), Text (.txt), Compressed (.zip), and Excel Spreadsheet 2003 (.xml)
You can import the file by clicking the import button from the ribbon or by digging into the settings area:
Click on the import button on the ribbon
Click on SettingsÃ Data ManagementÃ ImportsÃ Import Data
Select the file â€" if you do the.xml format, the entity and the fields will map automatically
You can find your imported file within the imports section
You can now import your files rather than entering endless amount of data manually one by one.
I hope you found this blog helpful! Check out out our other Dynamics CRM resources like our CRM Book for even more great information!


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Clue: Animal that resembles a guinea pig
We have 1 answer for the clue Animal that resembles a guinea pig. See the results below.
- White-spotted rodent
- Spotted cavy
- Cousin of an agouti
- Amazon Basin creature
- Tropical rodent
- Cousin of a guinea pig
- Agouti cousin
- Amazon Basin burrower
- Rodent resembling a guinea pig
- South American rodent
Last Seen In:
- New York Times - September 11, 2002
Found an answer for the clue Animal that resembles a guinea pig that we don't have? Then please submit it to us so we can make the clue database even better!


Category:Implicit Functions
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This category contains results about Implicit Functions.
Definitions specific to this category can be found in Definitions/Implicit Functions.
Consider a (real) function of two independent variables $z = \map f {x, y}$.
Let a relation between $x$ and $y$ be expressed in the form $\map f {x, y} = 0$ defined on some interval $\mathbb I$.
If there exists a function:
$y = \map g x$
defined on $\mathbb I$ such that:
$\forall x \in \mathbb I: \map f {x, \map g x} = 0$
then the relation $\map f {x, y} = 0$ defines $y$ as an implicit function of $x$.


Importance in a Sentence 🔊
Definition of Importance
being of great value or worth
Examples of Importance in a sentence
The doctor explained the importance of eating healthy meals and getting rest to the sick patient. 🔊
School isn't of much importance to the student, so he doesn't try very hard. 🔊
The importance of wearing safety gear was understood by all the workers. 🔊
One piece of trash didn't seem of much importance, but it was the clue that solved the case. 🔊
During his speech, the president said he understood the value and importance of bringing jobs to America. 🔊
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Shorter school year
In Tennessee, Education Commissioner Kevin Huffman approved all of the requests from 42 of the state's 136 school districts this year to shorten their school calendars because of natural disasters. The waivers varied from one to seven days and in Southeast Tennessee included:
- Bradley County, seven days
- Cleveland City Schools, two days
- Hamilton County, two days
- Sequatchie County, two days
- Rhea County, two days
- Bledsoe County, two days
- Grundy County, one day
In Georgia, the Department of Education allows school districts to use four emergency days for school closings below the 180-day state minimum for the year. Additionally, six school districts were granted waivers to operate fewer than 176 days, including:
- Catoosa County, four days
- Walker County, three days
- Dade County, four days
Sources: Tennessee Department of Education, Georgia Department of Education
Meeting the standard
In Hamilton County, the school system met the state's overall requirement for 180 days of annual instruction with fewer days by extending the school day, counting partial days and getting a state waiver from minimum standards:
- Thirteen days were credited below the 180-day minimum by adding 30 minutes to the school day, expanding the typical school day to seven hours from the state minimum of 6.5 hours.
- Two additional days lost because of bad weather were waived from the state standard by the Tennessee Department of Education after the school board requested the waiver because of tornado damage in April.
- Two days were counted as instructional days when students registered for classes on Aug. 4, 2010, and when students picked up report cards on May 24. There was no actual classroom instruction on either day.
- Four days were scheduled half-days for parent-teacher conferences and for professional development days.
- Four or more days were shortened by delayed openings or early dismissals because of bad weather, tornado cleanup, school building problems or special events at individual schools. The state allows school districts to count any day as an instructional day when the school is open at least 3.5 hours.
Sources: Hamilton County School System calendar for 2010-11, Tennessee Department of Education
Tennessee public schools may need to lengthen their school year in the future to help students from the Volunteer State compete in a global market where most students study longer each year, Gov. Bill Haslam said.
But meanwhile, Haslam said more than a third of the state's school systems hard hit by snowstorms, flooding or tornadoes were granted waivers from minimum calendar requirements in the past year.
"Due to the storms this year and due to the budget, I think it was going to be hard to go back and force the folks there [to meet the state standard]," Haslam said in a recent interview as the school year ended across Tennessee. "I think you're looking at a unique situation this year with all of the storms and the flooding."
Many districts in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia had at least a week less of school in the past year than they did a year ago.
In Hamilton County, for instance, most schools operated complete seven-hour instructional days only 155 days in the school year that ended May 24 — nine days less than the previous year.
Schools in Hamilton County were open 165 days in the past year, but that included two weeks of days cut short for teacher-parent conferences, professional development, registration and report card pickups and weather-related delays or early dismissals.
Haslam said schools need to be going in the other direction to keep pace with some foreign countries that require as many as 50 more days of classroom instruction a year.
"If you look at the success of education in other countries or in charter school environments, a lot of it is tied to just going to school longer," Haslam said. "I know a lot of kids and some parents may not want to hear that, but if we're going to compete we can't be playing half a schedule."
Shorter calendar in U.S.
According to the National Center on Time & Learning, a Boston research group that advocates a longer school year, China, Japan, Korea and a half-dozen other countries have minimum school years longer than 200 days a year. The United States average school year ranked 39th among the world's 49 biggest countries and in the past year many Tennessee and Georgia schools had shorter school calendars than the U.S. average of just under 180 days.
Haslam said he hopes to look at Tennessee's education system over the summer, though he said changing the calendar and the way teachers are paid is "changing the very fabric of education, and we won't do any such changes lightly."
In a recent meeting with editors at The Tennessean newspaper in Nashville, state Education Commissioner Kevin Huffman said the state should consider adding more time to the school calendar, although his department has no specific recommendations as yet.
"We have a calendar in Tennessee not based on the modern world," he said.
States OK shorter schedule
Nonetheless, Huffman's office granted 42 waivers to school districts this year to allow the school systems to complete their school year without meeting the state standard for 180 days of instruction averaging 6.5 hours a day.
In Georgia, the state allows individual school districts to decide to drop four days below the state's 180-day school calendar for emergency reasons. A half-dozen school districts, including Catoosa, Walker and Dade, still had to get additional waivers to cut their school years even shorter after storms damaged schools in their districts.
In Hamilton County, the school system met state standards by operating most days for an extra 30 minutes beyond the state minimum school day of 6.5 hours. That allowed the school system to make up 13 days lost for bad weather this year. When repeated snowstorms and tornadoes ripped through the region in the past year, the state granted a waiver to allow the school system to give up another two days from its calendar rather than make up the lost school days.
"It would be very difficult and create a lot of confusion to add more time on at the end of the school year after many students have already graduated," said Danielle Clark, director of communications for Hamilton County Schools.
Hamilton County school administrators say they complied with the state guidelines and only asked for a waiver after students missed two days because of the April 27 tornadoes.
"The power was out and conditions just weren't good enough to report to class," said Kirk Kelly, Hamilton County Schools' director of accountability and testing.
The school board view
Hamilton County school board Chairman Jeffrey Wilson said the lost days from this year's storms couldn't be avoided. But over time, Wilson said Tennessee schools need to look at longer school calendars to stay competitive with foreign schools.
"I think we need to find a way to make the school year longer, but there are a lot of challenges and I don't know how we as a community will get there in the near future," he said.
Citing China's 12-hour, year-round school days, Hamilton County school board member Linda Mosley said U.S. schools must look at their schedules as a means to stay competitive.
"We know that the more time [students] spend away from school, the more they forget," Mosley said. "A longer schedule is something that would take a lot of planning and debate and community buy-in, but it would benefit our students."
Starting in 2004, Hamilton County attempted a year-round schedule at Hardy Elementary School. The seven-year experiment ended this year after school officials said parents and teachers lost enthusiasm.
Mosley said that if Hamilton County tries such a plan again, it needs to be a widespread effort.
"I think if we were to do it, we should spread it over a whole district," said Mosley, adding that such an effort would take years of planning and gradual implementation.
But with the typical American student in class less than half the year, Jennifer Davis, president of the National Center on Time & Learning, said U.S. schools need to lengthen their school year.
"Our current school schedule is based on the 19th-century agrarian calendar of 180, six-hour days, which does not offer the time necessary to prepare children for today's competitive world," she said.
As the state looks to reshape education, all options should be on the table, Haslam said.
"I think what we have to do with education is to take a whole, fresh new look at everything, from how long students go to school to how do we compensate teachers to make sure that we are rewarding them," he said.
"We spent a lot of time in this session talking about teacher tenure and collective bargaining. But the next piece that we need to discuss if we are really going to have a great education system is how do we attract and keep the very best people in education."
Adam Crisp covers education issues for the Times Free Press. He joined the paper's staff in 2007 and initially covered crime, public safety, courts and general assignment topics. Prior to Chattanooga, Crisp was a crime reporter at the Savannah Morning News and has been a reporter and editor at community newspapers in southeast Georgia. In college, he led his student paper to a first-place general excellence award from the Georgia College Press Association. He earned...


Nomkhubulwane Zulu Goddess of Rain
Nomkhubulwane, Zulu Goddess of Rain
Nomkhubulwane is the Zulu Goddess of rain, nature, and fertility, and is regarded as the Mother Earth. She is believed to be capable of changing into different types of animals. The name Nomkhubulwane means "she who chooses the state of an animal".
In the olden days the Zulus would plough their fields and have a special one which was ploughed by the whole village collectively and was never weeded or harvested right up to the next ploughing season and the cycle would resume again. I believe there were Nomkhubulwane festivals that were held I am not sure though if it was during ploughing or harvest times.
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 1. What would the relationship be with "Makobolwane" – a mountain peak in the Mpumalanga Drakensberg. Would this be referring to a AmaSwazi or maPulana name for the same rain / fertility goddess?
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Every organisation that works with children needs to have someone that takes the lead on safeguarding and child protection. We refer to them as a nominated child protection lead but they may also be known as:
- Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO)
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- "Named person" for child protection
- Child protection officer
- Child protection lead
- Safeguarding or child protection coordinator.
The role may be performed by one person or split between staff. Larger organisations may have a safeguarding team. Boards of governors, trustees and management committees should also have someone who is responsible for safeguarding. In some organisations the nominated child protection lead also has other roles to perform.
You should also make sure that you have procedures in place to respond to child protection concerns when your nominated lead is absent or unavailable. This could include nominating someone who is trained to act as a deputy. You can also contact the NSPCC Helpline for advice or to report any concerns. Make sure that you keep clear records and communicate what's happened and the steps you've taken to your nominated child protection lead on their return.
Example role description for nominated child protection lead
We've created an example role description which you can use to make sure everyone in your organisation understands the important role of the nominated child protection lead. It should be used in conjunction with our information and resources on safeguarding and child protection.
Everyone who is taking the lead on safeguarding and child protection should be fully trained to carry out their role.


How Does Fatigue Affect Your Kicking Performance?
By |2020-10-28T08:58:30-05:00October 28th, 2020|Fatigue, Kicking Performance, Lifestyle, Overuse, Soccer|
Fatigue can be considered as a contributing factor for reduced coordination and response time in soccer athletes (8, 11, 13). Generally, the negative effects of fatigue are shown in athlete's decline in muscle strength ability and shifts in coordination (8, 9, 14). These negative changes can impact an athlete's kicking performance (5) and can be costly to both the individual and their team. Several studies have suggested fatigue negatively impacts kicking ball velocity (3, 4, 8, 15). However, other studies have shown conflicting results. A 2009 study found after a simulated match play intervention, athletes showed no changes in kicking [...]


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From Creatures Wikia
The Laokoon Statue COB was made by Stefan Kuske.
From the readme: Laokoon Statue for your norns. Once installed in your world it will affect all creatures in front of the statue with the following results:
- Need for Pleasure Decrease: 50
- Boredom Decrease: 50
- Fear increase (don't know why?!?!): +10
- Energy (because of some magical effects): +70


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Abstract: While teaching auditing using cases is regarded as an effective approach, spatial separation of students and teachers in online contexts can restrict the application of case teaching. This study examines an undergraduate auditing course implemented to address this challenge by integrating case teaching with ePortfolio assessment. Students' written ePortfolio submissions and scores were analysed. Results show that despite spatial separation of the online learner from peers and teachers, integrating case teaching with ePortfolio assessment elicits learner behaviour desirable in online auditing courses. This approach enables online learners' self-directed engagement as compared to instructor-led case teaching in conventional teaching contexts. Based on a new pedagogical approach for teaching auditing trialled in reduced (or absence of) face-to-face interaction, this study informs course design in auditing. It demonstrates that active student engagement, which presupposes an instructor's role to facilitate student involvement in case discussions, can be implemented in online teaching of auditing.
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- Quartz Crystal Swirl Earrings
B. Caldwell Creations
Quartz Crystal Swirl Earrings
 - Sterling Silver ear wires
 - 8mm Quartz crystal swirl beads
 - 4mm Swarovski crystals
 - Earrings measure 1.0" (L)
 Show your style with these beautiful sparkling Quartz crystal earrings from the Bee Natural series. Since they are clear quartz they will go with every color in your wardrobe. Wear them with a suit at the office, an evening out or with your favorite t-shirt and jeans.
 Quartz crystal was once believed to be an eternal ice sent by the heavenly gods. Until the late 1500s, many scholars thought this stone was fossilized ice. Quartz crystal is actually a mineral, one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth's continental crust, composed of silicon and oxygen. Quartz can be icy clear or have inclusions, veils, bubbles and various colors. It is also known as rock crystal, crystal quartz, universal crystal or clear quartz. People in the earliest recorded times believed in the magical powers of quartz. Ancient Roman, Egyptian and Greek civilizations used quartz crystals as potent talismans. The word quartz is thought to come from the German word "quarz," and the word crystal comes from the Greek word "krystallos," which means ice. The Ancient Japanese believed quartz formed from the breath of a white dragon, and regarded it as representing perfection. Quartz has been used throughout history in rain rituals, crystal skulls and spheres for crystal balls to predict the future since the middle ages. Quartz crystal is found all over the world, but most notably Brazil and Arkansas, USA.
 Since Quartz crystal is a natural stone, each pair of earrings is unique and colors may vary. Our earrings are handcrafted using the finest materials to ensure that your earrings will be a beautiful addition to your wardrobe for many years to come. Clean quartz crystal using warm soapy water and a soft brush. Although it has a high hardness, quartz crystal can still be scratched or damaged by gemstones with a higher hardness, as well as other materials. Avoid using household chemicals when cleaning quartz crystal beads, components or jewelry. Store quartz crystal inside a fabric-lined box or wrapped in a soft cloth.


text: This article uses framing theory to examine how activists and trade unions have framed labour's political agenda in Malaysia. A polity grounded in ethnicity continues to hinder the formation of cross-ethnic collective worker identities and labour politics. However, inclusive popular democratising movements have strengthened in recent years, providing a favourable context for greater emphasis on non-ethnic political action by trade unions. The latter have shifted in this direction, adopting elements of the popular movement's 'human rights' internationalism. Thus, the democratic movement's frame has influenced that of the trade unions, with implications for framing theory.