text: The idea of being without motion. Though some things that actually appear motionless to the naked eye are not when viewed with an instrument. What exactly am I saying. I'm speaking of moments in the middle of a project that seem or just plain feel motionless. Projects at start can often appear motionless or just after your personal excitement for the project takes a hit or wears out. Either way. Even though an object is in constant motion it's not necessarily going to keep the same speed or movement pattern. Just cause something seems motionless doesn't mean it's dead. Someone in a comma is not necessarily dead. There are different states of even a comma. Ponder this. There are medical signs used to judge the difference between someone who is alive in a comma and someone who is dead. Though keep in mind people that a team of Dr's wrote off as for sure dead have not only woken from commas but come out completely in tact. What am I saying? A business, life, and project are as successful as you are willing to want, believe and desire them to be. Though remember that even though a Dr's ability to predict the outcome of a comma is correct the majority of the time it's not a hundred percent. Make sure or at least consider a check list for when death is certain and then create a clause that allows for what conditions you will go the extra mile for. Happy motion sensing!


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lignite (lĭgˈnĪt) [key] or brown coal, carbonaceous fuel intermediate between coal and peat, brown or yellowish in color and woody in texture. It contains more moisture than coal and tends to dry and crumble when exposed to the air; the flame is long and smoky and the heating power low. It is found in the United States, Canada, Germany, and elsewhere chiefly in formations formed in the Tertiary period.
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|Definition - A word, phrase, or clause that both follows a copula and modifies the subject of the sentence.|
The moon was a ghostly galleon.
(In the above, was is a copula which links the subject complement ghostly galleon to the subject moon.)
Oxford English Dictionary - The term's first citation is from 1939:
"A certain number of adverbs may be used as *subject-complements, i.e. as complements to … verbs of incomplete predication."
(H. E. Palmer Gram. Spoken Eng. (ed. 2) ii. 80)


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evaluates expr with intermediate expressions in evaluation chains included on the stack.
- The Wolfram System normally includes only the latest expression on each evaluation chain involved in the evaluation of a particular expression. Inside StackComplete, however, all preceding expressions on the evaluation chains are included.
- StackComplete typically increases significantly the number of expressions kept on the evaluation stack.
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Passion Fruit Scrambled Eggs
Typically when making fried eggs you would use butter, however when making scrambled eggs it is more effective to use oil because of the more stable it is when heated. Follow this recipe for some of the best scrambled eggs with a flavour like no other.
- 1 tablespoon of Puro Pura Passion Fruit Oil or Açaí Oil
- 4 eggs (cracked and scrambled)
- 1/2 cup of milk (or almond milk)
- Salt and Pepper
1. Place a saucepan on the burner and turn to medium heat.
2. While waiting for the saucepan to heat up scramble all the eggs, add the milk and continue to scramble. Add pinch of salt and pepper
3. Once pan is heated, pour oil into pan and wait for it to heat up. Look for tiny bubbles/steam, then pour egg mixture into pan.
4. Use spatula to scramble eggs as they cook in the pan, until desired consistency


text: A novel signaling scheme for iterative channel estimation and data decoding is proposed. In the proposed scheme, the occurrence probability of transmitted symbols is biased. A priori information about the bias is utilized for the initial channel estimation. The proposed scheme is based on parallel concatenation of two biased convolutional codes (BCCs), which are constructed as systematic recursive convolutional codes with state-dependent puncturing. The BCCs can be regarded as a joint coding scheme that determines the insertion positions of pilot symbols according to information bits. The proposed scheme is numerically shown to outperform conventional pilot-based schemes in the waterfall region, while it is inferior to the conventional schemes in the error-floor region.


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Section 3. Research Positions
There were 299 respondents who worked full time in research positions in the 1997 Salary Survey. Activities associated with research positions include basic or applied research, such as non-faculty positions in academic settings, employment as an investigator in a laboratory or a research institute, and research positions in private industry.
Most of the respondents were employed in university research centers (17%). This was followed by private research organizations (15%) and combined medical school settings (13%). Government research organizations claimed 12% of the researchers, while 6% were within both university psychology departments and other nonprofit organizations. Veteran's Administration (VA) hospitals housed 4% of the researchers.
The summary statistics and frequency distributions for research positions are presented in Figure 3. Summary statistics for 11-12-month salaries by years of work experience and employment setting are presented in Table 3.
The most frequently reported subfields were clinical (23%), social/personality (13%), experimental and industrial/organizational at 7% each, developmental, cognitive, and quantitative/mathematics/psychometrics/statistics at 6% each, and educational (4%).
The overall median 11-12-month salary for doctoral-level respondents in research positions was $50,000.


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Did you know that you can improve your production and label quality by adding sensors to your process?
Here's a brief overview of how sensors can help you:
– Anticipate roll change-outs to improve run time
– Verify label composition and placement, reducing product rejection
– Increase application reliability and detect jams automatically to reduce waste
1. Conveyor Speed Feedback – Determine conveyor speed and position with an inexpensive rotary magnetic encoder system.
2. Triggering the Process – Apply labels with precise timing and perform quality inspections by implementing a photoelectric sensor designed for the packaging and conveying equipment.
3. Cylinder Position Detection – Monitor the position of the pad assembly using cylinder switches. If the cylinder fails to extend or retract correctly, an alarm is generated.
4. Low Label Roll Detection – Detect label roll running low and alert the operator to change it using a background suppression photoelectric sensor.
5. Label on Pad Detection – Prevent label jams or missing labels with compact sensing heads and remote amplifiers.
6. Label Defects and Orientation – Verify both label orientation and print quality by using a vision sensor.


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Horses and Kicking
Can a horse kick kill you? Standing too close to a horse puts a person at risk of severe injury from a powerful kick, and in certain situations, it can even result in fatality within seconds.
To ensure safety around horses, it is crucial to respect their boundaries, be aware of potential triggers, and take preventive measures to avoid hazardous accidents.
Can a Kick From a Horse Kill You?
Yes, a horse's kick can kill you if it strikes you in some regions of the body, such as the skull. The force of a horse kicking can cause anything from bruising to severe fractures or even cardiac arrest in the victim.
Horses kick as a defense against danger when frightened, annoyed, or in a foul mood. Sometimes, a kick is unpredictable; other times, you can see it coming and take corrective action.
How Strong is a Horse Kick?
The estimated horse kick force is about 2,000 pounds per square inch (907.2 kilograms per square centimeter), with an average speed of 200 miles (321.9 kilometers) per hour. To put this into perspective, the force of a horse's kick is more than the most brutal punch any professional boxer could ever deliver.
Horse Kick Injuries to Humans
Horse kick injuries to humans can be severe and pose significant risks. Some common horse kick injuries include:
- Bruises and contusions: A horse's kick can cause bruises and contusions, resulting in localized pain and swelling. While these injuries are generally less severe, they can still be painful.
- Fractures: The impact of a horse kick, especially with their powerful hind legs, can lead to bone fractures in the affected area. Fractures may require medical intervention, such as casting or surgery, depending on the severity.
- Soft tissue injuries: Horse kicks can cause injuries to soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, and ligaments. These injuries may result in pain, swelling, and limited mobility, requiring appropriate medical attention.
- Internal injuries: In certain instances, a forceful kick can result in internal harm, such as organ damage or internal bleeding. These injuries can be life-threatening and may necessitate immediate emergency medical attention.
- Head injuries: A kick to the head poses a significant risk, potentially causing skull fractures, concussions, or brain injuries. You should treat head injuries as emergencies, and seek prompt medical assistance.
- Infections: Open wounds from a horse kick are prone to infections. It is essential to thoroughly clean and dress any wounds to prevent infections, which could worsen the seriousness of the injury.
- Psychological impact: Beyond physical harm, horse kicks can have a psychological toll on individuals, inducing fear, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Preventing horse kick injuries involves practicing proper safety measures around horses, such as maintaining a safe distance, being aware of the horse's body language, and using appropriate equipment, such as helmets and sturdy footwear.
Additionally, proper training and handling of horses can reduce the risk of aggressive behavior. If someone experiences a horse kick injury, seeking medical attention promptly, even if the injury seems minor, is essential to ensure proper evaluation and treatment.
Why Do Horses Kick When You're Behind Them?
Horses may kick when approached from behind due to an instinct for self-defense. In the wild, a horse's primary means of defense against predators is to use its powerful hind legs to kick and ward off potential threats.
This instinct can still be present in domesticated horses, and various factors may trigger kicking responses:
- Startle reflex: Horses have a strong startle reflex, and approaching them suddenly from behind can startle them. In response to the surprise, a horse may kick instinctively as a defensive reaction.
- Blind spot: Horses have a blind spot directly behind them, where they cannot see what's happening. Approaching a horse from this blind spot can make them feel vulnerable and trigger a defensive response.
- Sensitivity to touch: Some horses are more sensitive to touch than others. A sudden touch or an unexpected presence behind them can cause discomfort or fear, leading to a defensive kick.
- Discomfort and pain: If a horse is experiencing pain or discomfort in its hindquarters, it may react defensively to any approach from behind. Painful conditions, such as injuries or soreness, can make a horse more likely to kick.
- Previous negative experiences: Horses have good memories; if they have had negative experiences when approached from behind, they may develop a defensive behavior to protect themselves.
Always seek guidance from experienced handlers or trainers, especially if you are unfamiliar with a particular horse's behavior. Understanding and respecting a horse's instincts can contribute to a safer interaction between the horse and the handler.
Signs of a Potential Dangerous Horse
Identifying signs of a potentially dangerous horse is crucial for the safety of handlers and those around the horse. While not all horses display aggressive behavior, some may exhibit warning signs indicating they could pose a risk. Here are some signs to be aware of:
When a horse flattens its ears against its head, it can indicate irritation, anger, or aggression. Also, a horse holding its head and neck high may display dominance or aggression.
Excessive Restlessness or Nervousness
An overly restless or constantly moving horse may be anxious or agitated, potentially leading to unpredictable behavior. Additionally, while tail swishing can signify annoyance, excessive or aggressive tail swishing may indicate a horse's agitation or unhappiness.
Horses may bear their teeth as a display of threat, especially if accompanied by other signs of aggression.
Charging or Striking
A horse that charges forward or lunges aggressively can pose a physical threat.
Moreover, striking out with front or hind legs is a clear sign of aggression and can cause serious harm.
A horse with unpredictable or inconsistent behavior may be more challenging to handle safely.
Resistance to Handling
A horse that consistently resists handling, grooming, or basic care may have behavioral issues that need addressing.
Excessive Fear or Nervousness
A horse that overreacts to stimuli with fear, such as sudden movements or loud noises, may be more prone to unpredictable behavior.
History of Aggressive Incidents
If a horse has a history of aggressive behavior or injuring handlers or others, you should approach it cautiously.
Sudden Changes in Behavior
You should evaluate a horse suddenly becoming aggressive or displaying a significant behavior change for potential underlying issues. It's essential to note that individual horses vary, and some behavioral signs may result from fear, pain, or inadequate training.
Suppose you suspect a horse may be dangerous. In that case, consulting with an experienced equine professional, such as a trainer or veterinarian, is advisable for further assessment and guidance on handling and managing the horse safely.
Additionally, always prioritize safety and adhere to proper handling techniques when interacting with any horse, regardless of its perceived temperament.
Precautions to Take When Around Horses
Handling horses requires knowledge, respect, and caution to ensure the safety of both the handler and the horse. Here are some essential precautions to take when around horses:
Use a calm and reassuring voice when around the horse. This can help keep the horse at ease and reduce the risk of startling.
Stay Alert to the Horse's Body Language
Pay attention to the horse's body language, including ear position, tail movement, and overall demeanor. Understanding these cues can help you anticipate the horse's reactions.
Avoid Sudden Touch or Loud Noises
Avoid sudden touches or loud noises, as these can startle a horse. Make your presence known and give the horse time to acknowledge you.
Maintain a Safe Distance
Keep a safe distance from the horse, especially around its hindquarters. Horses may kick if threatened, so be cautious when working nearby.
Wear Appropriate Gear
Wear appropriate gear, including sturdy footwear, gloves, and, when necessary, a helmet. This can protect in case of accidental kicks or other incidents.
Approach With an Open Hand
When offering treats or petting, approach the horse with an open hand, allowing it to see and sniff before making contact.
Be Mindful of the Horse's Blind Spots
Horses have blind spots directly in front of and behind them. Be aware of these areas and move gradually when nearby.
Avoid Fast Movements
Avoid fast movements or sudden gestures, as they can startle the horse. Move slowly and deliberately.
Secure Fencing and Enclosures
Ensure that fencing and enclosures are secure to prevent the horse from escaping or injuring itself.
Supervise Interactions With Children
Supervise interactions between horses and children closely. Teach children to approach horses with caution and to follow safety guidelines.
Seek Professional Guidance
If you are unfamiliar with handling horses or encounter challenging behavior, seek guidance from experienced handlers, trainers, or veterinarians.
How to Stop a Horse From Kicking
Stopping a horse from kicking requires understanding the horse's behavior, proper training techniques, and consistent positive reinforcement. It's essential to approach this process with patience, respect, and a focus on building trust. Here are some steps to help stop a horse from kicking:
Observe the horse to identify specific triggers that lead to kicking. This could include certain situations, people, or activities that make the horse feel threatened or uncomfortable.
You can reinforce positive behavior with rewards, such as treats or praise when the horse behaves calmly and does not exhibit kicking behavior.
Gradually desensitize the horse to potential triggers. Introduce the horse to situations or objects that may have caused kicking in the past in a controlled and non-threatening manner.
Training With Distraction
Train the horse to focus on commands or tasks to distract it from potential triggers. This can help redirect its attention and prevent kicking.
If the horse's kicking behavior is persistent or dangerous, consider seeking help from a professional horse trainer. They can assess the specific situation and


Synonyms for sever
Synonyms for (verb) sever
Synonyms: sever, lop, discerp
Definition: cut off from a whole
Usage: His head was severed from his body; The soul discerped from the body
Similar words: cut
Definition: separate with or as if with an instrument
Usage: Cut the rope
Synonyms: break up, sever
Definition: set or keep apart
Usage: sever a relationship
Similar words: disunite, divide, part, separate
Definition: force, take, or pull apart
Usage: He separated the fighting children; Moses parted the Red Sea
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ADVISOR TO PUBLIC TASK FORCE
Opinion No. 86 (1986)
QUESTION: May judges serve in an advisory capacity to a public board
or task force, where in all probability they will later preside over cases arising out of
the crisis or problem for which the board or task force was created to solve?
ANSWER: Judges should regulate their activities to minimize the risk of conflict with the proper performance of their judicial duties. Canon 4 applies this admonition to judges' activities to improve the law, the legal system, and the administration of justice. Canons 5A, 5B, and 5D apply this same admonition to judges' extra-judicial activities. Canon 3 states, "The judicial duties of a judge take precedence over all his other activities."
A majority of the Committee is of the opinion that it would be a violation of the Code
of Judicial Conduct for judges knowingly to agree to serve on or to continue to serve on
such a board or task force, if in serving, a conflict with the proper performance of their
judicial duties probably would arise or does arise. One judge dissented.


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We can definitely say one thing about the electronics industry – thanks to it, adhesive tapes are at our side all the time. For example, in our smartphone. According to a 2015 survey in Germany, 17 percent of surveyed users installed over 31 apps on their mobile phone. What they do not know was that the number of tesa adhesive tapes installed in their smartphone is around 45.
While users swipe across their touchscreen, oblivious to them, one level below, each individual special adhesive tape is doing its work layer by layer: adhesive tapes hold the layers of the screen together (unnoticed, since they are extremely transparent and optically clear); they block the light inside and direct it to where it should go, divert heat so that the processors do not burn out, and they cushion the impact if the device with its 31 apps and 45 adhesive tapes falls to the floor. In the process, adhesive tapes are so inconspicuous and thin that they can be used for any design. Incidentally, tapes also play a role in LED televisions, laptops and digital cameras and in navigation and communication systems for cars.


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Here's the Easy Way to Text a GIF
Sometimes life requires more than words to explain the way we really feel, which is why GIFs have become our go-to for sharing the highs and lows of day-to-day life. The one place we were missing this crucial form of communication: on our phones. Luckily, times have changed, and sending GIFs via iMessage is actually possible. Now that we've found a way for you to share your deepest, darkest emotions from your phone, scroll down to grab the fast how-to you need to know!
The Steps to Sending a GIF on an iPhone:
- Find your GIF of choice in Safari.
- Tap and press on the GIF you wish to use.
- When the word Copy appears, tap it to copy your GIF.
- Open iMessage.
- In the text box, press down again until the word Paste appears.
- Click to paste your GIF (it will look like a still image, but once sent, it will animate).
- Congrats! You have successfully sent your first GIF iMessage.


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This paper presents the design and performance results of a pair of 6-kA high-temperature superconducting (HTS)-copper current leads, in which, over a short length at the warm end (e.g., 77 K) of each HTS section, comprised of paralleled Bi-2223/Ag-Au tapes, is operated in the current-sharing mode. Because of their reliance on vapor cooling, the leads are applicable only to liquid helium-cooled superconducting magnets such as those used in high-energy physics accelerators and fusion machines. The experimental measurements have demonstrated that key performance data of the new 6-kA HTS-copper leads agree reasonably well with those expected from design.
- Bi-2223/Ag-Au tapes
- High-temperature superconducting (HTS) current lead
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Origin: German
Gender: boy
Meaning: precious
Description: Alan \a-lan\ as a boy's name is pronounced AL-an. It is of Old German origin, and the meaning of Alan is "precious". From Adal. Also possibly derived from the Gaelic "ailin" meaning "little rock". Introduced into England by Breton followers of William the Conqueror, such as Alan, Earl of Brittany, who was rewarded for his services with vast estates in the newly conquered kingdom. Popular in the Middle Ages, with a boom around the 1950s influenced by the popularity of actor Alan Ladd. In Russia, the name is linked to the ancient warrior tribe Alans that is the origin of the Ossetians. Alun is a Welsh form; Alain (al-LAYN) is French; Alano is Spanish. South African author Alan Paton; lyricist Alan Jay Lerner; playwright Alan Bennett; astronaut Alan Shepard; actors Alan Alda, Alan Cumming; poet Allen Ginsberg; basketball player Allen Iverson.
Alan has 25 variant forms: Ailean, Ailin, Al, Alain, Alair, Aland, Alann, Alano, Alanson, Alen, Alin, Allain, Allan, Allayne, Allen, Alley, Alleyn, Alleyne, Allie, Allin, Allon, Allyn, Alon, Alun and Alyn.
For more information, see also the related name Elwyn.
Baby names that sound like Alan are Ilan and Elan.
View a list of the 10 names that reference Alan.
Soul Urge: Alan is a very popular first name for men (#91 out of 1220) and also a very popular surname or last name for both men and women (#23264 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)
Variations Ailin, Alleyne, Ailean, Allayne, Allain, Allen, Allie, Alin, Allyn, Alen, Alair, Alon, Alleyn, Allan, Alley, Alano, Alann, Allon, Alain, Al, Aland, Alun, Alanson, Allin, Alyn
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Sound change and alternation
Cheshirization, or cheshirisation, is a term coined by James Matisoff to refer to a type of sound change where a trace remains of a sound that has otherwise disappeared from a word. The term is a neologism, i.e. it is not an established scientific term. It is used here to describe a process that is real but so far has no generally accepted name. The term rephonologization has sometimes been used to describe this process; see below.
Essentially, a distinction between two sets of words that was formerly expressed through one phonological feature (e.g. a particular sound) is preserved (or partly preserved) through being re-expressed using a different phonological feature. This typically occurs through two sound changes: One that introduces a modification of some sort, conditioned on the presence or absence of a particular feature, followed by another change that deletes or changes the conditioning feature.
A common example is Germanic umlaut. In many Germanic languages around 500–700 AD, a sound change fronted a back vowel when an /i/ or /j/ followed in the next syllable. Typically, the /i/ or /j/ was then lost, leading to a situation where a trace of the original /i/ or /j/ remains in the fronted quality of the preceding vowel. Alternatively, a distinction formerly expressed through the presence or absence of an /i/ or /j/ suffix was then re-expressed as a distinction between a front or back vowel.
As a specific instance of this, in prehistoric Old English, a certain class of nouns was marked by an /i/ suffix in the (nominative) plural, but had no suffix in the (nominative) singular. A word like /muːs/ "mouse", for example, had a plural /muːsi/ "mice". After umlaut, the plural became pronounced [myːsi], where the long back vowel /uː/ was fronted, producing a new subphonemic front-rounded vowel [yː], which serves as a secondary indicator of plurality. Subsequent loss of final /i/, however, made /yː/ a phoneme and the primary indicator of plurality, leading to a distinction between /muːs/ "mouse" and /myːs/ "mice". In this case, the lost sound /i/ left a trace in the presence of /yː/; or equivalently, the distinction between singular and plural, formerly expressed through a suffix /i/, has been re-expressed using a different feature, namely the front-back distinction of the main vowel. This distinction survives in the modern forms "mouse" /maʊs/ and "mice" /maɪs/, although the specifics have been modified by the Great Vowel Shift.
Before disappearing, a sound may trigger or prevent some phonetic change in its vicinity that would not otherwise have occurred, and which may remain long afterward. For example :
 - In the English word night, the gh sound disappeared, but before or perhaps as it did so it lengthened the vowel i, so that the word is pronounced /ˈnt/ "nite" rather than the /ˈnɪt/ "nit" that would otherwise be expected for a closed syllable.
 - In French, a final n sound disappeared, but left its trace in the nasalization of the preceding vowel, as in vin blanc [vɛ̃ blɑ̃], from historical [vin blaŋk].
Other examples:
The term cheshirization refers to the Cheshire Cat, a character in the book Alice in Wonderland, who "vanished quite slowly, beginning with the end of the tail, and ending with the grin, which remained some time after the rest of it had gone."
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In a 1994 paper, Norman used the term rephonologization to refer to the same type of process, in the context of a proposed Old Chinese sound change that transferred a distinction formerly expressed through putative pharyngealization of the initial consonant of a syllable to one expressed through presence or absence of a palatal glide /j/ before the main vowel of the syllable.[1] Note that rephonologization is occasionally used with another meaning,[2] referring to changes such as the Germanic sound shift or the Slavic change from /ɡ/ to /ɦ/, where the phonological relationships among sounds change but the number of phonemes stays the same. This can be viewed as a special case of the broader process being described here.
See also[edit]
 1. ^ Norman, Jerry (July–September 1994). "Pharyngealization in Early Chinese". Journal of the American Oriental Society 114: 397–408. doi:10.2307/605083. Specifically, the glide /j/ occurred whenever the initial consonant was not pharyngealized.
 2. ^ Trask, R.L. (1995). A Dictionary of Phonetics and Phonology. Routledge. ISBN 978-0-415-11261-1.


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Your object has been set as the data source of the UITableView somewhere. Most likely, by making a connection in InterfaceBuilder, though it is straightforward to do so in code by setting the
dataSource property of the UITableView:
- (void) setUpMyJunkMan
myTableView.dataSource = self;
Once you have set your object as the data source, the table view will invoke the method as needed to determine what it needs to draw or how it needs to respond to events.
Your object is required to implement the
UITableViewDataSource protocol (though, if you connected the data source via InterfaceBuilder, there may not be a complaint if you don't -- it is more of a compile time validation than a runtime one).
If you look at the declaration of
UITableViewDataSource, you'll see that a number of methods are
_USER_. The rest are
_USER_; you must implement them to fulfill the contract of the protocol.
This is the key difference between data sources and delegates. Delegates can optionally implement any of the declared methods. Data sources create a much more formal relationship between the two objects wherein some of the methods must be implemented.


type: double | doubleList, default: 0.5 (dot), 1.0 (twopi), minimum: 0.02
In dot, sets the desired rank separation, in inches.
This is the minimum vertical distance between the bottom of the nodes in one rank and the tops of nodes in the next. If the value contains equally, the centers of all ranks are spaced equally apart. Note that both settings are possible, e.g., ranksep="1.2 equally".
In twopi, this attribute specifies the radial separation of concentric circles. For twopi, ranksep can also be a list of doubles. The first double specifies the radius of the inner circle; the second double specifies the increase in radius from the first circle to the second; etc. If there are more circles than numbers, the last number is used as the increment for the remainder.
Valid on:
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It is a captivating species known for its unique characteristics. Native to Ecuador and available through various nurseries like Ecuagenera, this Anthurium features elongated, lance-shaped leaves with prominent vein patterns that resemble delicate brush strokes. Its elegant foliage and compact growth habit make it an attractive choice for indoor plant enthusiasts. To nurture Anthurium lineolatum, provide bright indirect light, well-draining soil, and consistent humidity. This species from Ecuagenera showcases the biodiversity of Ecuador's rainforests, adding a touch of tropical beauty to your home or garden collection.
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Battle of Diu (1509)
The Battle of Diu sometimes referred as the Second Battle of Chaul was a naval battle fought on 3 February 1509 in the Arabian Sea, near the port of Diu, India, between the Portuguese Empire and a joint fleet of the Sultan of Gujarat, the Mamlûk Burji Sultanate of Egypt, the Zamorin of Calicut with support of Ottomans, the Republic of Venice and the Republic of Ragusa (Dubrovnik).
The Portuguese victory was critical: Mamluks and Arabs retreated, easing the Portuguese strategy of controlling the Indian Ocean to route trade down the Cape of Good Hope, circumventing the traditional spice route controlled by the Arabs and the Venetians through the Red Sea and Persian Gulf. After the battle, Portugal rapidly captured key ports in the Indian Ocean like Goa, Ceylon, Malacca and Ormuz, crippling the Mamluk Sultanate of Egypt and the Gujarat Sultanate, greatly assisting the growth of the Portuguese Empire and setting its trade dominance for almost a century, until it was taken during the Dutch-Portuguese Wars and the Battle of Swally won by the British East India Company in 1612. It marks the beginning of the European colonialism in Asia. It also marks the spillover of the Christian-Islamic power struggle, in and around the Mediterranean Sea and the Middle East, into the Indian Ocean which was the most important region for international trade at the time.
Since Vasco da Gama arrived in 1498, the Portuguese had been fighting Calicut while allying with its local rival Kingdom of Cochin, where they established their headquarters. The northern region of Gujarat, mainly Khambhat, was even more important: the Gujarat Sultanate was an essential intermediary in east–west trade, between the Red Sea, Egypt and Malacca: Gujarati were important middlemen bringing spices from the Moluccas as well as silk from China, and then selling them to the Egyptians and Arabs.
In 1505, the King of Portugal, Manuel I, sent his first viceroy, Dom Francisco de Almeida with twenty one vessels to strengthen the fledgling Portuguese empire in East Africa and India. When Portugal threatened his field, Sultan Mahmud Begada of Gujarat allied with the Kozhikkodu Samutiri (anglicised to Zamorin of Calicut). He then asked his trade partners, the Mamluk Sultanate, for help.
In 1507, Portuguese forces under command of Afonso de Albuquerque had conquered Socotra in the mouth of the Red Sea and, for a short time, Ormuz in the Persian Gulf. Portuguese intervention was seriously disrupting trade in the Indian Ocean, threatening Muslim as well as Venetian interests, as the Portuguese became able to undersell the Venetians in the spice trade in Europe. The Mamluks and their European trade partners, the Venetians, had become wealthy from monopolizing the flow of spices from India to Europe. Venice broke diplomatic relations with Portugal and started to look at ways to counter its intervention in the Indian Ocean, sending an ambassador to the Egyptian court. Venice negotiated for Egyptian tariffs to be lowered to facilitate competition with the Portuguese, and suggested that "rapid and secret remedies" be taken against the Portuguese. The sovereign of Calicut, the Zamorin, had also sent an ambassador asking for help against the Portuguese.
Egyptian Mamluks soldiers had little expertise in naval warfare, and Portuguese often attacked and stole supplies of Malabar timber from India, so Mamluk Sultan, Al-Ashraf Qansuh al-Ghawri appealed to Ottoman support. The Ottoman Sultan, Beyazid II - whose navy had helped Spanish Moors and Sephardic Jews expelled by the Spanish Inquisition in 1492- supplied Egypt with Mediterranean-type war galleys manned by Greek sailors and Ottoman volunteers, mainly Turkish mercenaries and freebooters. These vessels, which Venetian shipwrights helped disassemble in Alexandria and reassemble on the Red Sea coast, had to brave the Indian Ocean. The galley warriors could mount light guns fore and aft, but not along the gunwales because these cannon would interfere with the rowers. The native ships (dhows), with their sewn wood planks, could carry no heavy guns at all. Hence, most of the coalition's artillery was archers, whom the Portuguese could easily outshoot.
The Egyptian-Ottoman fleet, whom the Portuguese called under the generic term the "rumes", was sent for India to support Gujarat in 1507. First they fortified Jeddah against a possible Portuguese attack, it then passed through Aden at the tip of the Red Sea, where they received support from the Tahirid Sultan, and then, in 1508, crossed the Indian Ocean to the port of Diu, a city of at the mouth of the Gulf of Khambhat.
In March 1508, commanded by Mamluk admiral Mirocem (Amir Husain Al-Kurdi) or Admiral (Husain Al-Kurdi), the Egyptian Mamluk fleets arrived at Chaul in India where they surprised a Portuguese fleet commanded by Lourenço de Almeida, son of the Portuguese viceroy. Joined by Gujarat admiral Malik Ayyaz, governor of Diu, they fought over three days and won the Battle of Chaul. The Egyptian fleet isolated Lourenço de Almeida's ship, but let the others escape, taking nine captives back to Diu. The Mirat Sikandari, a Persian account of the Kingdom of Gujarat details this battle as a minor skirmish. Having taken the prisoners they headed to Diu. Enraged at the death of his son, the Portuguese viceroy Francisco de Almeida sought revenge.
Precursor to the battle
Diu was a critical outpost in the overall spice trade from India. The Portuguese attempt to establish trade with India would require the breaking of this strongly defended and lucrative trade network. In addition to enforcing Portuguese rule, the battle was undertaken as a personal issue by Portuguese viceroy Francisco de Almeida to avenge the death of his son Lourenço at the hands of the Mirocem (Amir Husain Al-Kurdi). He was so enraged at this death that he is supposed to have said, "He who ate the chick must also eat the rooster, or pay for it". Francisco de Almeida had rushed to chase the Egyptian fleet because Afonso de Albuquerque arrived on 6 December 1508 with orders from the King of Portugal to replace him as the next viceroy. His plan was such a personal issue that he threw Afonso de Albuquerque in jail after being informed of the King's orders, then advancing to the battle.
Aware of the danger facing his city, Malik Ayyaz prepared his defense and wrote to appease the viceroy, stating that he had the prisoners and how bravely his son had fought, adding a letter from the Portuguese prisoners stating that they were well treated. The viceroy answered Malki Ayyaz (referred to as Meliqueaz in Portuguese) with a respectful but menacing letter, stating his intention of revenge, that they better join all forces and prepare to fight or he would destroy Diu:
|"||I the Viceroy say to you, honored Meliqueaz captain of Diu, that I go with my knights to this city of yours, taking the people who were welcomed there, who in Chaul fought my people and killed a man who was called my son, and I come with hope in God of Heaven to take revenge on them and on those who assist them, and if I don't find them I will take your city, to pay for everything, and you, for the help you have done at Chaul. This I tell you, so that you are well aware that I go, as I am now on this island of Bombay, as he will tell you the one who carries this letter.(in Portuguese)||"|
In a double bind—Malik Ayyaz fearing the destruction of his city, and Mirocem beset in it—they faced the Portuguese forces.
|This section does not cite any references or sources. (January 2011)|
The Portuguese had eighteen ships commanded by the Viceroy, with about 1,500 Portuguese soldiers and 400 local combatants from Cochin. The Allied side had one hundred ships, but only twelve were major vessels; the rest were small shallow-draught craft. After detecting the Portuguese, who approached from Cochin to the north, and fearing their technical superiority, the Egyptians decided to take advantage of the port of Diu and its fort, which had its own artillery. It was therefore decided to stay anchored at the port and await an attack from the Portuguese. This may also have been due to the training of the Egyptians, who were used to the more sheltered bays in the Mediterranean. There they also relied upon land-based artillery reinforcements to defeat the enemy. The Portuguese started the battle with a massive naval bombardment using their on board artillery, followed by hand-to-hand combat in the harbour of Diu.
These Portuguese ships had guns of greater caliber, better artillery crews, and were better manned and better built. The Portuguese naval infantry also had an advantage over the Egyptians, not only because they were heavily armed and equipped (armour, arquebuses and a type of grenade made of clay with gunpowder inside), but also because they were seasoned professional seamen.
The tough state-of-the art multi-rigged Portuguese carracks and smaller fast caravels had been developed over the previous decades to cope with the storms


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Soft Matter and Biological Physics
Eur. Phys. J. E 7, 205-208 (2002)
DOI: 10.1140/epje/i200101182
Rapid Note
Line defect dynamics around a colloidal particle
J.C. Loudet, O. Mondain-Monval and P. Poulin
Centre de Recherche Paul Pascal - CNRS, Avenue A. Schweitzer, 33600 Pessac, France
(Received 21 December 2001)
We study experimentally the dynamics of a topological defect located around a colloidal particle suspended in a thermotropic nematic liquid crystal. The considered defect consists of a disclination loop encircling the particle at the equator. Under specific conditions, it is shown that this disclination continuously shrinks to a hedgehog defect located in the immediate vicinity of the particle. This phenomenon corresponds to a transition between an elastic quadrupolar configuration and an elastic dipolar configuration. We performed a basic numerical calculation to get an estimate of the dissipated energy during the transition; we compare the results with theoretical predictions that describe the elastic energy of particles surrounded by defects.
61.30.Jf - Defects in liquid crystals.
61.30.Gd - Orientational order of liquid crystals; electric and magnetic field effects on order.


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The Common World of Tea
|There are many distinctive ways that cultures connect to other cultures, through different languages and various traditions. There are also other ways in which cultures share similarities.|
One of those is the teapot. For each culture represented in this work of art, the teapot has a different shape. In the different countries, there are unusual styles and diverse arrangements of the parts of a teapot. The simple display of a spout, handle, body, and top are altered to make them either complex or simple yet noticeably unique.
The teapots sit together on a shelf to represent the unity among the countries. The teapot is a form of art that has united companies in computer graphics, and in this piece, it unites nations.
This digital image was created with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
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Using the investment, Physna will further the development of its 3D model search engine, which allows users to compare and analyze thousands of 3D models for the purpose of quality control and automated inspection. Physna also aims to increase the adoption of its technology and continue to expand its engineering and sales teams.
"We are very excited for the opportunity to invest in Physna," states Drive Capital Partner Mark Kvamme.
"We believe what Paul [Powers] and his team are doing in search has the potential to revolutionize the workflows of engineers around the world."
The Google of 3D models
Physna was founded in 2015 by Paul Powers, a law graduate of Heidelberg University, Germany, Astronomy and Astrophysics alumni of Harvard and serial entrepreneur. Short for "Physical DNA", Physna is a geometric search engine that aims to increase the efficiency of CAD design, 3D printing and other manufacturing methods. The search engine operates alongside CAD and PLM programs, rendering 3D files as wire mesh structures. Using patent-pending algorithms and machine learning technology to analyze 3D models, the Physna search engine is able to identify common properties between their digital structures.
"The results are orders of magnitude more accurate and faster than was ever previously possible in 3D search," Powers commented. "We are just scratching the surface. The uses for Physna's core technology are virtually limitless."
The search results, which are pulled from a user's own 3D file database, includes similarities and differences between 3D models, enabling the identification of common manufacturing problems. Physna is also reportedly able to sift through millions of 3D models in seconds, allowing users to easily locate models by filtering through shapes, patterns and features. According to Physna, the 3D search engine can also be used to determine whether standards or custom compliance for the 3D files are met before manufacturing. To help keep CAD models secure, Physna includes security features such as doublechecks and timestamps. These features combined are helping Physna potentially become the 'Google' for 3D models, according to Kvamme: "I remember watching Google rise to become the company that would set the standard for text and image search."
"I see the same potential here and believe Physna could become the market defining company for 3D search."
Currently, Physna is working with a number of companies where its geometric search engine software is being employed in various industries, including manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, defense, consumer goods, electronics, and energy. The company has ongoing partnerships with Siemens, NASA's Space Camp, PTC, Oracle, leading universities such as Purdue University, and unnamed government agencies.
A unique software solution for comparing 3D files
In August 2018, 3D Printing Industry was able to speak with Powers to shed some light on the software that could potentially hold tremendous value for industrial additive manufacturing.
Powers explained that Physna is very different to software services like 3YOURMIND, which recently received its own funding of €1.3 million, as it not primarily used to optimize 3D printing settings. He said, "[Physna] specializes in feature comparison, ensuring standard compliance throughout an organization, saving time when designing new models, and automating the creation of a digital thread throughout the lifecycle of a product."
Looking for a career in additive manufacturing? Visit 3D Printing Jobs for a selection of roles in the industry.
Featured image shows demonstration of how Physna identifies similarities between 3D models in a database. Image via Physna.


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Some bears are especially fond of larval bees and honey and will actively seek out hives in their home range. Consequently, beehives should be located as far as possible from timber and brush providing bears with cover and travel routes. Honey crops should be harvested as soon as possible after the spring, summer and fall nectar flows to reduce the attractiveness of hives to foraging bears, and prevent the loss of the new honey crop in the event of depredation. When possible, apiaries should be moved to new locations if bear activity is detected nearby.
To minimize possible damage to hives and prevent bears from establishing bad habits, apiaries in occupied habitat should be protected using electric fences, or at a minimum use bear-resistant platforms (with an overhang more than two metres above the ground).
Electric fencing has been shown to be almost 100 per cent effective in deterring bear damage. Compact apiaries are easier to protect with bear-resistant fencing than those scattered over a larger area, so beekeepers should consolidate hives to form the smallest apiary that can be practically managed.
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San Juan is one of the few villages left around Guatemala that dyes its yarn naturally. The natural yarn process is fascinating. It is incredible that such vibrant colours can be achieved in a completely natural way.
Once picked, the natural cotton balls—which are white, khaki or coffee in color—are pulled apart so that the seeds can be removed. (pictured right) The cotton is then stretched and pounded into a rectangle in preparation for spinning it into thread.
The cotton is then handspun on a spool. One hand spins the spool while the other holds the cotton high until long strands begin to form. It is necessary to spin the cotton several times to achieve a very fine cotton thread. (pictured below)
A natural fixator made from banana leaves is used to ensure the finished yarn does not bleed as synthetic dye often does. The cotton is first dipped in the banana water then into the pot containing the boiling water and desired dye – usually depending on the hue desired, you boil the yarn for 2 – 3 hours. The final step is dipping the now naturally dyed yarn in the banana water again to fix the colour. The result; a vibrant colour that does not bleed or stain and is completely environmentally friendly.
Both muted and vivid dye colors can be achieved depending on the boiling time and the plants they are derived from, some of which include avocado, guava, carrots, basil and cinnamon. What is interesting is that often the plant or insect gives an unexpected colour.
Who would have thought that avocado dye equals pink yarn?


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For those with access to IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems online, PATH researcher Steven Shladover has written a 20 year retrospective of the organization. The abstract reads thusly:
The California Partners for Advanced Transit and Highways (PATH) Program was founded in 1986, as the first research program in North America focused on the subject now known as intelligent transportation systems (ITS). This paper reviews the history of the founding of PATH and of the national ITS program in the U.S., providing perspective on the changes that have occurred during the past 20 years.
Schladover explains well the significance of 20 years for the booming ITS field and some of the generational shifts that have occurred since its inception.


Sewer vs. Sewist
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Merriam-Webster cites the first usage of the word "sewer" meaning "one that sews" in the 14th Century.
This may be opening a can of worms, but I'm curious. How do Threads readers refer to themselves in terms of their sewing hobby? Are you a "sewer" or a "sewist"?
According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary and others, the first known use of the word "sewer" to mean "one that sews" occurred in the 14th century. Over time, a variety of terms have evolved to describe those who sew garments. Sewer remains the dominant term, but sewist (combining "sew" with "artist") appears to be gaining popularity, especially among sewing bloggers.
It may seem like a newfangled word created merely to provide a hip label, but the earliest printed usage of sewist was in 1964 in Annals of Science, Volume 18, published by the British Society for the History of Science (although it was not used in a positive light). "Sewist" does not yet have an entry in any dictionary, but when has that prevented a word from being adopted into common usage?
Many people who sew dislike the word "sewist". The reasons I've read and heard vary, but most seem to strongly believe it to be a non-word and a hack-job on the English language. But language is in a constant state of evolution. New words and terms are coined and adapted to help us describe various aspects of our rapidly expanding cultures, societies, and technologies.
Perhaps the sticking point for the anti-"sewist" sewing population is simply that a term describing people who sew is already in widespread usage. Do we need another one?
Those who prefer "sewist" might argue that they do, even if you don't. Perhaps "sewist" infers a more contemporary approach rather than a traditional one? There is also the close resemblance in writing between "sewer" and a word of the same spelling that means "a subterranean conduit that carries off sewage." "Sewist" at least can't be mistaken for that word.
Luckily, there's room for us all, whether we identify as "sewers" or as "sewists". We all love to create through sewing.
How do you describe yourself as a person who sews and a sewing enthusiast? Are you a sewer or a sewist?
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 1. kmarsdenjohnson | | #1
 I like the idea of sewist, an artist who sews. What is the definition of seamstress?
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 2boys2dogs | | #2
 I prefer sewer over sewist, but I wouldn't use either to describe what I do. We used to use seamstress, but I'm not fond of that either - seems a bit old fashioned and geared towards someone who sews just clothing. I actually think we need another term to describe what we do - fabric artist? textile artist? There has to be something better.
 3. Sewinator | | #3
 I like Sewist. When I write the word Sewer, it always reminds me of a drain, and not a good smelling drain. The drain that runs off the house and carries away household waste is also known as a sewer.
 I am a Sewist, or a fabric artist.
 4. elizabethdee | | #4
 I don't like either word. "sewer" is too easily misread for its other meaning, and. "sewist" sounds (to me, this is just a very individual reaction) self-conscious. And no way am I a fabric artist. I prefer to rephrase: I sew, she sews, a group of people who sew.
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 Juleo | | #5
 I'm with _USER_ on this one. I refer to myself as someone who sews, never a sewer. I'm interested in the word'sewist' though, I wouldn't mind seeing it catch on but for the moment it feels too new and contrived for me.
 6. NancyinA2 | | #6
 I use "seamster." I really dislike "sewist." Maybe "sewwer"?
 7. kellybird1954 | | #7
 Simple - I sew, she/he sews, they sew. It's easy to conjugate conrrectly and there is no question about what is being done.
 Sewist sounds contrived and sewer can be misread.
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 ReontheRoad | | #8
 I like sewist. It's modern and as kmarsden says, it is good way of combining and describing one's skills as an artist who sews.
 As a free-lance writer for several sewing publications, I do to use the word sewer, but hate typing and seeing it in print. I automatically think smelly, stinky. I do proudly state that 'I am a person who sews' and of course, if someone asked if I were a sewer, the non-smelling kind, I always answer yes!
 9. beadfisher | | #9
 Seamster. I like it that it sounds like a rough tough teamster rather than a wistful wishy washy sewist.
 10. kathyann | | #10
 I can understand the issue people have with "sewer," but I'm with elizabethdee above who says "sewist" seems too self conscious. If I were to tell my kids I was a sewist, they'd roll their eyes at me, and most people I know wouldn't know what I was talking about. When someone asks about my hobbies, I tell them "I like to sew clothes."
 11. Trixienoe | | #11
 While reading recently I happened across a very old word for seamstress, or one who sews...Sempstress. I like it! My Motto: "Yes I sew, No I don't fix broken zippers or hem pants. I'm an Artist".
 12. wolfkit | | #12
 I have a problem when anybody puts an 'ist' or an 'ism' on the end of any word. It makes them look like the narrow minded extremists that most people are who use these terms to describe themselves.
 13. Serral | | #13
 My grandmother was a professional seamstress. I like the word because it connects me to the history of the craft that I continue to learn. Historically sewing guilds were considered valuable craftspeople. The artistry of good sewing, regardless of the final product, has always been evident.
 We don't call master carpenters a new name despite the evolution of new tools and techniques so why do i need "sewist"? The sewist term seems part of a linguistic trend that includes the redundant and increasingly ubiquitous "istic" and "esque".
 14. bakertoo | | #14
 I like sewer. I like the medieval origins of the word. It can have the unfortunate similarity to the drain analogy, and I kind of think that is funny, a little fun word play! I have an annoucement from a gallery near me that I have tacked to my cork board above my sewing table, that is for a fabric artist, having a show of her stuff, and it simply says Sewer, in black letters on a dingy grey background! It makes me smile when I look at it, and I like that it reminds me of the way we define ourselves and how we can break out of the box a word or a term can enclose us in. Sewist is fine too, and I don't think just because it isn't an official word and not in a dictionary, it should be disregarded. Language evolves with us and by us, and it takes to a new place in defining who we are. It makes me think of the first quilters, who took the quilt to a new place beyond the utilitarian, and made quilting an art form. That was a hard sell to people(I would say mostly men at the time), but it is a given now-art quilts are the norm. And I think I like seamstress too! I guess I like anyway a person defines themselves, as long as they keep on sewing!
 15. georgiana | | #15
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 Djonee | | #16
 Honestly this is the first time Ive read the term Sewist. Though im living in modern times, there something to be said about historical terms..I like seamstress,and sewer.And i too like the motto _USER_.
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 BJ_sews_on | | #17
 Seamstress, sewer... and now sewist! I'll take any of them as long as I can keep sewing. This argument reminds me of an old art school debate on whether crafts were really art. Artists often felt that anything that wasn't an original creation couldn't be described as art.
 So often, we put our own creative


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Empty properties are a wasted resource. We try to identify these long-term empty properties as they can contribute towards the degeneration of an area and undermine sustainable communities. They may also become a rubbish dumping site or the property condition could deteriorate. There has also been an increase in the number of break-ins to steal metal items such as boilers, radiators and pipework.
Information for owners of empty homes
Where possible the District Council aims to work with owners of empty properties to bring them back into use using the following methods:
- Renting through council leasing or rent deposit schemes
- Private renting through a private agency – letting agencies will offer a range of management services
- Private renting with the owner as landlord
- Selling the property - on the open market through an estate agent or at an auction.
- Enforcement options
Where an owner persistently leaves a property empty, if it is in a poor condition or in an area of high housing need, the District Council may take the following action:
- Report the property to other council departments such as private housing service and planning, in relation to poor condition of property.
- A Compulsory Purchase Order can be issued, if the owner has resisted all voluntary attempts to bring the property back into use.
- Empty Dwelling Management Order: This allows councils to take over the management of residential properties, where an owner of an empty property has turned down offers of help to bring the property back into use, and can offer no good reason why the property should remain empty.
The council would facilitate any capital works needed to allow the property to be leased and use the property to accommodate people in housing need for up to 7 years.
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Rosie's Mom: Forgotten Women of the First World War
Presenter: Carrie Brown
One hundred years ago, a full generation before Rosie the Riveter, American women rolled up their sleeves and entered war industries where they had never been welcome before. They ran powerful machinery, learned new skills, and faced the sullen hostility of the men in the shops. In this illustrated lecture, historian Carrie Brown reveals their courage and their hard work, asks what impact "the Great War" had on their lives, and explores how these women helped shape the work that their more famous daughters would do in the next World War. Registration information will be posted soon.
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Thursday, July 22, 2021 7:00pm
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How To Find Polaris The North Star? [3 Methods Explained]
How To Find Polaris The North Star
Those of us who are living in the northern hemisphere, the Polaris (also known as the North Star) has a very important impact on our lives. In the northern hemisphere, no matter where you are, the Polaris is always aligned with the direction of the Earth's rotational axis. That's why, when we face towards the Polaris, we always face towards the North.
As you can guess, from the medieval time, people have been using Polaris as a navigational guide. Even today, Polaris is used for many navigational purposes. If you want to be an astronomer, or even an amateur stargazer, finding the Polaris should be a 'must-do' project for you.
In this article, I am going to share some of the methods through which you can find Polaris. All of these methods work, have been tested by hundreds of astronomers.
So, read the article, choose your favorite method and try to find the Polaris.
Good luck!
How To Find Polaris Using Big Dipper?
In this method, we are going to try to find the Polaris using Big Dipper, a very common constellation.
Step 1: Location The Big Dipper
How To Find Polaris Using Big Dipper
At first, we need to locate the Big Dipper. One interesting fact, Big Dipper is also known as the Ursa Major.
Big Dipper is very easy to identify. It just looks like a spoon. If the sky is clear and there is little light pollution, you should be able to find the Big Dipper within minutes.
In the above picture, you can see, the Big Dipper consists of 7 stars. 4 of them are in the spoon head whereas the rest make the handle of the spoon.
Step 2: Tracing
How To Find Polaris Using Big Dipper
Now that we've found the Big Dipper, it is time to look at the 2 front stars of the Big Dipper. I have marked them in the above picture. Just connect these 2 stars and trace a line towards upper right.
The first bright star you'll face is the Polaris.
Step 3: How To Be Sure It Is The Polaris?
How To Find Polaris Using Big Dipper
Though the north star is extremely important for us, with the naked eye, it just looks like any other normal star in the night sky. So, even if you find the Polaris, how to be sure that it is in fact the Polaris?
Well, it is very easy. Fortunately, not only the Polaris coincides directly in line with the 2 front stars of the Big Dipper, it is also a part of another well-known constellation, the Little Dipper.
Like the big brother, Little Dipper is also made of 7 stars. 3 are in the handle and the rest makes the head. Polaris is the last star in the handle.
The Little Dipper floats just above the Big Dipper and it looks like the Little Dipper is pouring water to the Big Dipper.
How To Find Polaris Using Cassiopeia?
There is another way to find the Polaris using another constellation, Cassiopeia. You can opt for this method if the Big Dipper is not visible or below the horizon.
However, let me tell you, this method doesn't provide as accurate result as the previous one. It is somewhat okay. I'll always urge you to follow the first one for finding Polaris.
Step 1: Loot At The Cassiopeia
How To Find Polaris Using Cassiopeia
The first step is to locate the Cassiopeia. Cassiopeia constellation looks more like a 'W' or 'M'. This unique formation makes it easy to spot the constellation.
When the night just begins, the Cassiopeia looks more like an 'M'. With time, in the later hours of the night, it looks like a 'W'. Cassiopeia generally appears as a "W" in between February and March.
Step 2: Find the Polaris
How To Find Polaris Using Cassiopeia
Look at the above image closely, especially at the 3 stars in the middle of the Cassiopeia. Just these 3 stars make the formation of an arrow, right? Look ahead towards the direction of the arrow and you should see a bright star somewhat around. This is the North star.
As you can see, this method is not that much easy and reliable.
Finding The North Star With Software
1. Using A Website
This is the easiest way to know the position of the Polaris in your night sky. There is a web-based software called the Stellarium. Stellarium let you see the night sky from your geographical location.
With Stellarium, you'll just have to enter the name of the object you want to observe, and it will show everything including the position in the night sky, the direction, as well as other details.
Here's how you can use Stellarium:
how to use stellarium
First, go to this site. At the lower-left corner, you'll see an option to choose your location. So, select your location as accurately as you can. Look at the above picture for clarification.
how to use stellarium
After that, you'll have to write the name of the object you want to see. There is a search box at the top-middle partion of the site. Write there the name of the target object and the software will show where it is currently based on your geographical location and time.
2. With Your Smartphone
These days there are many apps that turn your smartphone into a telescope. Just install such an app, and point your smartphone towards the sky. The phone should identify each of the stars and present you with a star map.
For iOS, Sky Guide is such an app. Sky Guide takes into account your geographical location as well as the time and then presents the sky map, specifically geared for you.
Stellarium Mobile will be the #1 choice for Android users. This app produces a better resolution image than the Sky Guide.
Tips To Find The Polaris
 1. Take a compass and look towards the northern portion of the sky. The north star will be in a somewhat darker region of the sky where there are hardly any bright stars around it. This is a quick way to find the Polaris.
 2. I'll advise you to remember the color of the Polaris and some of the stars around it. This way, you'll train your eyes to locate the North star easily from anywhere. Our North Star is a Yellow Supergiant. So, there is a faint yellow tint to Polaris.
polaris the north star
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Here is a test for you. Let's see if you can identify the North Star in the below image. Chop Chop!
[Hint: go through the first method if you are facing a hard time]
So, this is my detailed guide on how to find the Polaris. I have shown you 3 methods to do it. Hopefully, the guide will come in handy to you. Finding Polaris is not only fun, it is also important for anyone living in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Armed with $500 worth of beans, two women founded a non-profit group in Denver in 1989 to empower impoverished women by teaching them workplace skills and providing jobs to the chronically homeless and unemployed. Their training opportunities have expanded dramatically over the years, and their annual operating budget has grown from $6,100 to over $1.5 million.
The Women's Bean Project is a nonprofit organization that teaches job readiness and life skills for entry-level jobs through employment in a gourmet food production business. Women come with the goal of transforming their lives and moving toward self sufficiency.
SPENCER MICHELS: Now in its 20th year, the program employs 40 women each year who have been chronically unemployed and living in poverty. They make and package products such as soup, brownie mix, jelly beans, and salsas that are available in grocery stores in 40 states and over the Internet. But it's not the food that makes this program a complete package, says executive director Tamara Ryan.
TAMARA RYAN: We're not trying to make the best bean soup makers of America. What we're trying to do is create an environment where we can teach basic job readiness skills, the idea that you have to come to work every day, and on time, and manage conflict in the workplace, and dress appropriately, and take direction.
But then also we find that that alone isn't what helps women become successful. They're lacking basic life skills — problem-solving, goal-setting, the ability to, when your child care falls apart, to fix that and then continue to go to work.
There's a transcript and a streaming video micro documentary from Spencer Michels from PBS here.
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In general, California tax law conforms to the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) as of January 1, 2005. However, there are continuing differences between California and federal tax law. These differences may require taxpayers to make adjustments to figures from their federal returns. Certain specific areas of nonconformity are discussed in the affected tax forms instructions. Refer to Publication 1001 for more information.
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Seychelles Paradise-flycatcher (Terpsiphone corvina) - Wiki
Seychelles Paradise Flycatcher
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The Seychelles Paradise-flycatcher (Terpsiphone corvina) is a rare bird from the genus of paradise-flycatchers (Terpsiphone) within the subfamily Monarchinae. It is endemic to the Seychelles.
The length of the males is about 20 cm. In addition there are two long black central tail feathers which can reach a length of 30 cm. The females can reach a length between 16 and 18 cm (including the tail). The males are entirely glossy black with a deep blue sheen. The upperparts of the females including wings and tail are reddish brown. The underparts are pale cream white. Facial skin, bill, and legs are blue.
It lives in the Veuve Nature Reserve on La Digue, Seychelles where it inhabits dense Calophyllum forests.
It preys on insects in flight or from a perch. It is also feed on larvaes and spiders. The oval bowl-shaped nest is build on branches and consists of twigs, palm fibre, and spider webs.
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My dad is getting strange SMS texts to his iPhone 4
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Googling reveals this GSM-Auto Controller user manual (PDF).This document discusses how the codes above can be used to reprogram GSM SIM card. Is this a real danger for iPhones? Is there anything that he should be concerned about with these?
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Regarding your dad's iPhone, there's nothing to worry about. This is just an automated attack against Wafer GSM-AUTO (SMS-capable) devices.
The Wafer GSM-AUTO is a very simple Microcontroller. You can think of it as a remote power switch. It control anything from a security door switch to a normal light switch.
I'll try to translate the commands for you
 - _TAG_ : Use the password 123456, which is the default password for this device. We all know how common it is for people to leave the default passwords.
 - _TAG_=_PHONE_ : Add the number _PHONE_ to the list of white-listed numbers.
 - _TAG_ : You're basically asking the unit to give you all the information about it. A real device would have responded to the attacker with an SMS containing information about the whitelist, the status of the system, the mode of operation, and other information. Basically the device will send you all the information you need to continue the attack.
 - _TAG_=ON : As with any simple-to-use microcontroller, usually users will use the first ports for their outputs. Here the attacker is attempting to switch on the port #1. This could be a garage door, for example.
Another possiblity
There's a high probability that this is not an attack, this is very likely just someone testing his new Wafer GSM-AUTO device and mistakenly typed the wrong number. Hey, it could be one of your dad's friends (If your dad's name starts with "A", that's even more likely).
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What is a gateway? Definition and meaning
The term gateway has many different meanings, depending on whether you are talking in a business, IT, or other context. 'IT' stands for Information Technology. Gateways, in information technology, are hardware devices or software that connect to different computer networks. Also in IT, gateways could be computers systems on Earth that switch voice and data signals between terrestrial networks and satellites.
The term may refer to any point or passage through which people may enter a region. For example, "New York is the gateway to America." In architecture, gateways are passages or entrances that people enter by opening a gate.
Doorways surround doors. Likewise, gateways surround gates.
Gateways are also mechanisms or agencies that provide access to information, systems, or other agencies.
When we say "Hard work and dedication are the gateways to success," the term means 'ways of achieving something."
If I say "My local bank is my gateway to a wide range of financial services," what does the term mean? It means something within a system that allows me to use other parts of it.
"A gateway is a network node that connects two networks using different protocols together."
"While a bridge is used to join two similar types of networks, a gateway is used to join two dissimilar networks."
A gateway – telecommunications
Gateways, in telecommunications, are pieces of networking hardware that interface with other networks. Specifically, they interface with other networks that use different protocols.
Telecommunications or telecom means communicating over long distances; usually using hi-tech equipment.
Gateways may contain rate converters, fault isolators, signal translators, impedance matching devices, or protocol translators. The devices provide what is necessary for system interoperability.
Protocol translation/mapping gateways allow different networks to communicate. They perform the necessary protocol conversions. Hence, we also call them protocol converters.
Their activities are more complex than those of switches or routers because they communicate using two or more protocols.
B2B Gateways integrate data from back-end systems. They enable information exchange across trading entities or partners. B2B stands for business-to-business, i.e., companies doing business with other companies rather than individual consumers.
Payment gateways provide means of authorizing electronic payments. The payer either performs these e-payments online or offline.
Payment gateways claim to protect sensitive personal data such as credit card and pin numbers. In other words, they protect the data when they transmit to payment processors and merchants.
When you pay for something in a shop using your credit card, you place your card in or on a device. We call these devices payment gateways.
Business Gateway – Scotland
In Scotland, the Business Gateway is a service that contributes to the economic well-being of the country. The publicly-funded service provides access to free business support services.
According to Business Gateway:
"We give assistance and impartial advice to people starting or growing their business."


Depression More Common In People Who Talk About Themselves
depressionAre you a "me, myself, and I" or a "we and us" kind of person? When you tell stories or talk with people, do you tend to say "I went to the store" and "For me, the experience was…" or are you more likely to say "We went to the place" and "We are planning the event"?
It makes a difference. According to new study results, people who talk about themselves in the "me, myself, and I" way are more likely to be depressed and anxious than people who speak more in a sense of "we and us."
Developing A Healthy Relationship
How can pronoun usage determine whether you will be depressed, though? Apparently saying "me" and "I" indicates interpersonal difficulties, meaning that you have a hard time developing healthy relationships with other people, and you do not operate well in a social group. You can be more needy and not set good boundaries with other people. You may feel that external attention and validation add to your self-worth, and you need the approval or others to make decisions for yourself.
It also seems to indicate that you are attention-seeking and unable to spend much time by youself. It makes sense that self-centered people talk about themselves, and may say the words "me, myself, and I" more often than less self-centered people, but can we jump to the conclusion that all people who use a singluar personal pronoun more than "we" or "us" are depressed or anxious?
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girl-depressedWhat if you really did go to the store by yourself? Are you supposed to tell someone that "we went to the store", or "we had such-and-such experience"? Are "we" supposed to lie in a sense, to sound more inclusive as a "we" than a "me" in an effort to be less likely to suffer from depression and anxiety?
"We" need more information.
The study, conducted at the University of Kassel-Germany, asked 15 men and 103 women about how they viewed themselves, specifically based on their past, their relationships, and overall self-perception. Answers showed that the people who spoke about themselves in the first-person singular pronouns (me, myself and I) were more depressed than the people who used first-person plural pronouns (we, us.)
Depression And Anxiety
Side note: almost all of the 15 men and 103 women participants were being treated for depression and anxiety already at the time of the study. How can those people be used as a gauge? Doesn't it seem like choosing a sample that is diagnosed with depression or anxiety is naturally going to skew the results a bit?
What does this really mean for us? Can symptoms of a mental illness, like depression and anxiety, be detected simply by how people tell stories and report information to others? Can we use style of speech as an indicator, and spot a mental illness early on by using it? Will this information prove helpful in each detection and treatment of depression and anxiety?
"We" will not hold our breath, but let's explore.
Depression Characteristics
Depression is characterized by sadness, loss, anger, frustration, and loneliness associated with the past, and anxiety is essentially worrying about feeling all of those things in the future, so a big part of each is how you process and communicate feelings and events in your life.
If you tend to have experiences with other people but you talk about them from a place of "I felt one way" or "For me, it was hard" and you negate the experience of others that were with you, or going through the same thing, is that when you are more likely to be depression and anxious than if you said "We felt one way" or "For us, it was hard"?
Are You An Island?
It is an interesting thought. If you view yourself as an island, unique and separate from everyone else, how can you have healthy relationships with anyone? Maybe pronouns are indicative of how you view yourself and those around you, and based on what you naturally say, you are not interconnected with the larger "us" and can therefore feel isolated, depressed, or anxious.
Marissa Maldonado is a director of outreach for Sovereign Health Group, a treatment center that specializes in helping people suffering from a dual diagnosis.
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The state of Lake Victoria fisheries part 2: is there a solution?
Continuation of last blog on Lake Victoria
The warning signs are there
Nile perch biological indicators suggest that the fish is in a critical survival state. (Biological indicators are responses in physiology and/or behavior of species when stressed). The average size of Nile perch has decreased from 51.7 cm total length to 26.6 cm total length, according to hydro acoustic surveys (acoustic soundings are used to count and measure fish, these techniques do have limitations with respect to depth and size of fish measurable) suggesting that a significant portion of total Nile perch biomass is less than 50 cm TL (legal size for export). It was reported by the LVFO stock assessment team that in 2006 and 2008, less than 2% of the Nile perch biomass was in fact greater than 50 cm TL (this ultimately implies that 98% of the Nile perch in Lake Victoria too small to export, i.e. it is illegal to export). "Nile perch are considered legal for export if they measure above 50 cm total body length. The export of large Nile perch to Europe sparked the fishing craze, and economic investment within the region. Today it is hard to find a fish over 50 cm".
Why are the Nile perch declining so fast?
"Visiting local fish markets in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, I was astounded to see vast quantities (tons) of Nile perch no bigger that 15 – 20 cm in size for sale. What is driving this demand for small fish?"
The size at first maturity of male and female Nile perch is also decreasing, this common amongst fish populations that are stressed (or overexploited). With the closure of 10 fish processing factories over the past two to three years, accounting for on average 2000 direct job losses (approximately 200 employees per factory, and not including dependants), and that factories are functioning at minimum operating costs (pers. Comm. with factories in all riparian states), fishers are turning to the lucrative trade in illegal fish (Nile perch < 50 cm TL) on domestic and regional markets to generate income for their households.
"It is estimated that there is over 1 million kilometers of fishing net used in Lake Victoria – the proportion of which are illegal, possibly the majority."
Despite the warning signs that Nile perch are, the average number of fishermen increased by 33% between 2000 and 2008 (it is estimated that presently over 200 000 people actively partake in fishing activities like wide). During the same period, Frame survey (a census counting illegal gears, number of fishermen, number of vessels etc.) and MCS compliance missions noted a marked increase in the number of illegal gears being deployed to target undersize Nile perch. The number of vessels increased by 37% and the use of outboard engines increased by approximately 50%. It has been reported that motorized boats are more efficient, catching about 25 kg of fish per day, compared to 10 kg caught by non-motorized vessels.
The increase in use of illegal gears, motorized vessels and fishermen suggests that fishing for Nile perch is still profitable. Previously driven by lucrative export prices for Nile perch, fishers now target undersize illegal Nile perch for the lucrative domestic and regional trade (especially within the East African Community, DRC, Burundi, Rwanda etc.), which is estimated to exceed the export trade by volume and value (this trade could be worth approximately 600 million Euros).
Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS), is the fundamental underlying support structure towards an effective fisheries management protocol. An efficient MCS structure would provide the means for collection, measurement and analysis of fishing activity, the specification of terms and conditions under which resources can be harvested and the supervision of fishing activity to ensure the terms and conditions of access are in accordance with fisheries policy frameworks and legislative structures, both nationally and regionally.
Fueling this regional trade is the ease at which illegally caught fish can move through borders, there is literally no control. This shift in fishing for undersize Nile perch will effect government revenues (it is now a cash business) earned from the export fishery. The Nile perch fishery over the last decade contributed 0.6% less to the Tanzanian GDP, similarly, a decrease in export trade of Nile perch from Uganda of 14% occurred between 2007 and 2008, resulting in a 0.1% decrease in GDP contribution. By not controlling fishing effort targeting illegal, undersized and immature Nile perch, economic and social hardships will worsen
Is there a solution?
Traveling and conducting MCS mission on Lake Victoria over the past year, I have grappled with numerous ideas, faced social and economic challenges with respect to the fishery industry, reviewed management and MCS tactics/initiatives, and discussed at large with fisheries management authorities within all the riparian states about a solution to this emerging crisis. In the following series of blogs we plan unravel this dilemma by discussing what is and what isn't happening, and just why we need security when we are on an illegal fisheries compliance mission.


List College Majors
You may declare a List College major in either the second semester of your sophomore year or the first semester of your junior year. When you are ready to choose your major, your List College Dean's Office advisor will discuss the many majors available to you.
How to Declare a Major
1. Make an appointment with the undergraduate advisor for your chosen major.
2. Fill out the major declaration form.
3. Meet with the major advisor to discuss declaring your major and obtain his or her signature on the form.
4. Bring the signed form back to the List College Dean's Office.
Your List College Dean's Office Advisor Will
 keep your academic file.
- give final approval for your JTS course registration each semester.
- advise you on core requirements and placement.
- approve any courses you wish to take at other universities.
- assist you in keeping track of your progress toward completing your requirements for graduation.
List College Majors You Can Explore
Ancient Judaism
Hebrew Bible and Its Interpretation
Jewish Art and Visual Culture
Jewish History
Jewish Literature
Jewish Music
Jewish Thought
Jewish Gender and Women's Studies
Medieval and Early Modern Jewish Studies
Midrash and Scriptural Interpretation
Modern Jewish Studies
Talmud and Rabbinics
Creating Your Own Interdisciplinary Major
If a major is not listed above, students can create their own interdisciplinary major:
1. Meet with your List College advisor to discuss your options, explore your interests, discover how to fit them into existing majors, and determine which faculty member(s) might advise your potential interdisciplinary major.
2. Meet with the identified faculty member(s).
3. Develop a proposal for your interdisciplinary major.
4. Submit your proposal to the List College dean.