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The Online Views Blues Such is shopping online. We can't see the full features of products or inspect them like we can in a store. But the vast majority of consumers research online before buying – sometimes even while they're in the store, according to Synchrony Financial. And while e-commerce as a whole has undergone tremendous growth, what about transformation? So far the best solution is some type of photography, with 360 degree product photography coming in as the reigning champ. But there is an underdog waiting to jump into the ring – and that champion will transform the experience for companies and their customers.
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Q: Event-horizon black hole An object which passes the event horizon needs a finite proper time for this. But an infinitely far observer wouldn't see that the object passes the event horizon. But if the observer doesn't see this, would he be able to recognize the increase of mass, charge and angular momentum of the black hole? With the increasing mass of the black hole also the Schwarzschild radius will increase, how can the observer interpret this?

A: The no hair theorem (that sufficiently symmetric systems that don't change in time ate characterized by their charge, angular momentum and energy) is purely about a time independent system.
Essentially that means that as time goes on you can get closer and closer to one of  those systems.
So if you approach a black hole event horizon people on the outside can see the combination of original black bole plus new thing falling in look more and more like a combined system of possibly different charge (if the in fall has charge), possibly different energy (if the in fall has some effective energy), and possibly different angular momentum (if the in fall has some effective angular momentum).

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Since the early 1990s, the MOIS has aggressively operated a disinformation campaign against the People's Mojahedin, alleging it suppressed the 1991 uprisings in Iraq. No evidence has been brought forward to substantiate the malicious claim, only false allegations by MOIS disinformation agents.
Countering the MOIS propaganda are two UN independent reports, statements by the Kurdish Democratic Party and numerous Shiite Grand Sheiks in Iraq, and the confession of a MOIS agent who defected and explained how he disseminated erroneous allegations about the uprisings to discredit the Mojahedin's reputation.
The People's Mojahedin urges these organizations to correct the record and accurately report on the activities of the MEK and NLA.
In June 2003, Elaine Sciolino, a reporter for the New York Times, wrote a scathing article about the Mojahedin, based on disinformation from Iranian intelligence undercover agents.1 She interviewed Karim Haghi, a MOIS undercover agent who had briefly been a member of the National Liberation Army. He spoon fed disinformation to Sciolino on the Mojahedin's involvement in the Kurdish uprising and fabricated a quote, alleging "Mrs. Rajavi told us to kill them [Kurds] with tanks and try to preserve our bullets for other operations. We were forced to kill both Kurds and Shiites, and I said I didn't come here to kill other people."
When both articles were published by the NYT, abundant materials were publicly available about Iran's use of undercover intelligence agents - including Haghi - who were spreading disinformation about the Mojahedin. This includes two independent investigations for the United Nations, reports by European intelligence agencies that discussed the use of undercover agents by the MOIS to spread falsehoods about the Mojahedin, and the confession of a former MOIS agent who defected and publicly disclosed his efforts to discredit the Mojahedin by distributing black propaganda alleging the resistance organization participated in suppressing the 1991 Kurdish and Shia uprisings.
Incredibly, in the same article, Rubin recounts positive statements by many high ranking public officials in support of the Mojahedin, including Howard Dean; Rudolp Giuliani; Gens. H. Shelton and Peter Pace, both former Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Stagg; Wesley Clark, former NATO commander; Gen. James Jones; Louis Freeh, former FBI Director; Dennis Blair and Michael Hayden, former intelligence agents; Bill Richardson, former Ambassador to the United Nations and Governor of New Mexico; Congressman Lee Hamilton, and others.
Many of the officials specifically address the Kurdish allegation and say it is propaganda by the MOIS. Rubin arrogantly ignored their views and assumed they knew nothing, and reprinted the allegation that the "Rajavis and their army joined his [Saddam's] forces in mowing down fleeing Kurds."
In Rubin's mind, government officials, both Republican and Democrats, former high-ranking military leaders with previous access to classified information, US intelligence agents with expertise on Iran and the Middle East, etc. have all been duped by the Mojahedin. But, in fact, it is Rubin and Sciolinio who were suckered by the MOIS.
For more Information on MOIS disinformation, please see: moisdisinformation.com.


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FM90 is excited to present The Brevet to the GoldenLight Cantina on Saturday, February 23rd.
I recently did an interview with Aric Chase Damm, the lead singer for The Brevet and he is excited to play Amarillo for the first time ever. The band will be supporting their newest album 'LEGS'. FM90 has had a great response to the two latest singles from the album, "So Long" and "Gateway Drug".
The Brevet hails from California and pride themselves on the energy they bring to their live shows. With Damm's commanding voice leading the charge, the songs have instantly recognizable hooks that will have you singing along before the end.
FM90 is giving away tickets to the show, autographed merch, and dinner with the band. We'll have chances to get qualified before the February 20th drawing.
We can't wait to see everyone on the 23rd!


Just something cool I found thought I would share. I remember seeing some one in another forum using a photo app when taking pictures of his ship that made it look like it was floating. So I dug around and found a water reflection app. Here's my results.
Something to try out for fun.
This is not a photomontage. My photo of Paris in 2015.
That looks really good, I must try it.
I just went off and found the "Sqirlz Water Reflections" free app. This is my first attempt using a photo of my Preussen model taken from a low angle. I will now experiment with ripples etc, but this is fantastic, and I am very grateful to you for bringing it to our attention.
Daniel. What App did you use? The one I did of the Preussen was easy enough to do on my first attempt, but now I find that although I can produce the effect easily enough, I cannot save the file. Have no idea what has gone wrong, but your App is superior anyway!
The app I use is just called water reflection. It's also free. It does the ripple effect then has some filters you can put on the photo for added effect. That's how I got the sepia look.
Afraid I couldn't find it. Nearest I got was one that wanted me to download something else as well, that I didn't really want, (something to do with PDF conversion).
The one I got this morning no longer works, and I can't find out why!
Are you using an iPhone or android?
I looked mine up again. It's Water Reflection Mirror Image by Dumpling Sandwhich. It's for android. I'm not sure if it works for IPhone.
Thanks, I am not using either. Only have a PC, so that appears to be the end of it. I will try and get my PC reflections to work again.
I can do it by a long route. I make the image and then capture it with a "screen shot." Then I insert it into a word processing file and crop it down to size, right click on the image and copy. I then open an Adobe Photoshop file and insert the image into it. Then, I can save it as a jpeg that can be put anywhere I like. Here is the results. But there must be an easier way!
I use it for resizing, you don't even have to download it. It has a pile of effects that I have not explored yet.
Just downloaded the Free version of PicMonkey, but afraid it doesn't work. It says it needs another programme to open the files and it will search for them on the internet. Then after a few seconds, it says it can't find them!
I found the PicMonkey you mean, and put the image in OK, but I couldn't find anything connected with water or reflections.
Thanks anyway, it may be useful for other things. I resize via the free programme got from Powertoys. It is just one click, then select small, medium or large and it makes a smaller copy, whilst leaving the original separate!
After an awful lot of experimenting, I have now found out how to save the files. Here is a 32 feet to 1 inch (1:384) model of the steel barque East African.
I have been at it again, and this time, I took an image of my model of the tea clipper Norman Court, under full sail, built to a scale of 32 feet to 1 inch (1:384) and put it in a calm sea, and called it "becalmed!"
Nicely done. That looks cool.


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The teaser and the trailer of the film URI has received very well by the audience and the movie also has Yami Gautam, Paresh Rawal and Mohit Raina in a significant role.
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URI Box Office Collection Prediction: Vicky Kaushal starrer URI is slated to release on this Friday and it is receiving good reviews from all across the country. The film will be hitting 2000 screens in India and it has a good chance to attract patriotically audience to boost its BO collection. According to the report in Bollywood Hungama, the film could make around Rs 3.50 crore to Rs 4 crore as the audience prefer to watch stories based on real incidents.
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Another highlight of this movie is Vicky Kaushal himself as the growing popularity of this star is enhancing the number of viewers. Kaushal's last film Manmarziyaan proved a masterstroke for him as everyone likes his role. However, URI can make around Rs 12 crore in its first weekend.
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Vicky Kaushal told IANS in an interview "When we come to people who are securing us, they can be attacked so mercilessly. When they are sleeping in their tents unarmed, that's when they got attacked and it's just an episode where the army took a stand that it won't be taken down silently. And they did a surgical strike in ten days with official planning and it was the most covertly performed operations and at the same time it's something we all are proud of,"
URI is based on the real incident which took place two years back on 28-29 September 2016 when the Indian Army took revenge from Pakistan after destroying its terrorized centres. Vicky also added "Even the youth knows what happened, so do the elders. It just happened two years back and we all saw it on TVs or read it in newspapers and we were affected by it. This film just shows what happened behind the closed doors and how it all happened, how it all took place, all teams came together and all of that. That's 'Uri' for you,"
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The City Of Oakland Refuses Vince McMahon's Offer For An XFL Team
When Vince McMahon made an announcement earlier this year that The XFL will be coming back in 2020, fans and media alike were very much excited to find out which teams will be competing in the new XFL. Vince McMahon claimed that there were several cities who were interested in having their own XFL team for the relaunched football league, but it has now been reported that Oakland, California and their Raiders Team is no longer interested in being part of the new XFL.
Oakland is said to be a market that makes a lot of sense for The XFL. The Raiders are headed for Las Vegas, with a new stadium expected to be ready by 2020. That is when the rival league is expected to debut as well and the first version of the XFL played well in the area. The San Francisco Demons led The XFL's attendance marks in 2001, putting an average of around 35000 people at The AT&T Park.
But according to The Mercury News, the startup league has struck out twice when trying to find a venue in the bay area. Oakland's Coliseum officials were concerned about growing grass for baseball, apparently, putting the tenant that is actually expected to be in the stadium — The Athletics — before potential new business.
Scott McKibben, executive director of the stadium authority, said that The XFL's schedule conflicts with getting the Coliseum ready for the Oakland Athletics Opening Day in 2020.
"There just isn't any way we are going to be an impediment or obstacle to the A's," said McKibben, head of the authority that manages the Coliseum and Oracle Arena.
A UC Berkeley athletics spokesman also said that the university refused The XFL's proposal to play at Memorial Stadium.
The article then said that details of the contract The Raiders have with the city are not final, but there is expected to be an option for The Raiders to play one more season in Oakland if their stadium in Vegas isn't ready yet. That could be another reason Coliseum officials were wary of making a deal as they didn't want to say no to a lucrative deal from The NFL should stadium construction lag behind.
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When it comes to floral care, Freshly Sourced will teach you all the ins and outs. From floral design classes to tips on how to keep your new floral arrangement fresh, we've gathered knowledge from floral masters across the country so you can show off your own unique craft.
Flowers exist in a plethora of shapes and colour combinations, each with its own name and categorization. There are over 400,000 different species of flowering plants, so there's certain to be one that matches your personality! If that sounds like a lot to take in, don't worry; here's a fast rundown of some of the most popular flower kinds.
Alstroemerias are endemic to South America and are known as Peruvian Lilies or Lilies of the Incas. Peruvian Lilies are symbols of friendship, riches, and affection and come in a variety of warm colours such as pink and orange. These flowers bloom in late spring/early summer when they are exposed to direct sunshine and watered once a week (water more frequently if the soil appears dry, less frequently if the soil is soggy).
The Calla Lily is a flower that symbolises faith and purity. As a result, religious figures such as the Virgin Mary are sometimes shown with a bouquet of calla lilies in their hands. Calla lilies are also connected with rebirth and sympathy, making them a favourite flower for funerals. These lovely flowers prefer full to partial sunlight and should be planted in the spring for a late summer display. With proper care, they can reach a length of two feet! Calla lilies can last up to two weeks in a vase after being cut. Order flower delivery in mumbai online like calla lilies and make your friends and family happy.
Large flowered carnations, spray carnations, and dwarf flowered carnations are the three types of carnations. With one huge bloom per stalk, large flowered carnations can grow to be over 20 inches tall. Carnations in the spray and dwarf varieties have smaller blooms but numerous blossoms per stalk. Carnations that reach a height of 12 inches are more typically found in gardens. When planting carnations, make sure to use a well-draining soil and a location that receives enough sunlight. Carnations have many meanings depending on their hue — a pink carnation represents motherly love, a white carnation represents good luck, and a yellow carnation represents disappointment.
Daisies are one of the largest known plant groups and can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Daisies were once associated with innocence, a concept that dates back to the Victorian era. The flower can take on a different connotation depending on the colour of the daisy. Daisy flowers thrive in full light and medium soil. They can grow to be anywhere from 8 inches to 4 feet tall, depending on the kind. Water only if there is less than 1 inch of rain each week during the summer.
Gardenias are known for their fragrant, waxy white blossoms that can transform a garden. You get to choose whether your gardenia will dwell indoors or outdoors, depending on your geographical region (and personal desire). Whether your gardenias are planted in a pot or in the garden, keep the soil properly drained and at a pH of 4.5 to 5.5 to guarantee that they bloom throughout the growth season. These plants also require a lot of water, so make sure you don't allow your gardenia to dry out by watering it on a regular basis.
The Gerbera Daisy, the world's fifth most popular flower, comes in a rainbow of colours, including pink, orange, yellow, and red. The Gerbera was first discovered in South Africa in 1884, and it was subsequently taken to England, where breeders developed a variety of Gerberas with brighter colours and higher quality. Gerberas' popularity gradually expanded to the Netherlands, which grew to become one of the world's largest distributors of Gerbera daisies, a position it still has today. Its bright petals make it the flower of choice for birthdays, weddings, and other celebratory occasions.
Lilies are one of the world's most popular and adaptable flowers. This exquisite bloom, which comes in a range of colours and is recognised for its rich smell, is a show-stopper on its own while also serving as the perfect addition to any bouquet. Lilies are, in fact, one of the most popular flowers on the planet, and it's easy to see why. The genus "lilium" has around 100 different species of real lilies. Lilies are primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere of the globe. Send flowers to noida online and they can be found in your beautiful home as well.
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OK – welcome to Authentic Real English. Today we bring you a way to say hello to people that involves… ducks.
Hello, duck, how can I help you?
And 'duck' is an affectionate term for another person. So if you hear it – please don't be offended. It's a friendly thing to say.
'Duck' is generally used by people talking to those younger than or the same age as themselves. In some ways, it functions like the word 'dear'.


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PREVIEW: Pats back in action Wednesday night in Swift Current
Austin Pratt Dean McNabb Marco Creta Regina Pats Scott Mahovlich Sergei Alkhimov
The Regina Pats (8-22-0-1) play a fourth straight road game on Wednesday night against the Swift Current Broncos (5-23-1-1). Puck drop is at 7:00 p.m. at the Innovation Credit Union Iplex. The Pats were last in action on Saturday in Medicine Hat and fell 4-2 to the Tigers. The Broncos last game was a 6-2 loss in Red Deer to the Rebels on Saturday night. Tonight is the fourth of six meetings between Regina and Swift Current, the Pats are 3-0-0-0 so far in the season series. Tonight's game can be heard with Bennett Dunlop Ford Pats Hockey starting at 6:35 p.m. on 620 CKRM, the game will also be broadcast on Access 7.
Regular Season Comparison Regina Swift Current
Record 8-22-0-1 5-23-1-1
Goals For/Against 83/133 (-50) 56/121 (-65)
Powerplay 17.2% (21/122) 13.5% (14/104)
Penalty Kill 71.7% (114/159) 74.1% (89/120)
Team Save Percentage 0.871 0.902
Leading Scorer Austin Pratt (12-15-27) Alec Zawatsky (9-9-18)
Leading Scorer (Defence) Marco Creta (2-6-8) Connor Horning (2-9-11)
Scoring by Period (1st-2nd-3rd-OT-SO) 24-31-27-1-0 15-20-17-2-2
The Lead Up: Dean McNabb solid in Pats 4-2 loss Saturday
The Regina Pats got 42 saves from Dean McNabb but fell 4-2 in Medicine Hat on Saturday night. In the first, the Tigers outshot the Pats 15-7, but Dean McNabb was solid in the Regina goal to keep the game scoreless after 20 minutes. Early in the second, the Pats top line combined to get the game's first goal. Jadon Joseph finished off his 12th from Ty Kolle and Austin Pratt and it was 1-0. McNabb continued to stand tall to keep the 1-0 lead, but the Tigers finally broke through on their 34th shot of the game, a shorthanded breakaway with 50 seconds left and it was 1-1 after two. In the third, Medicine Hat took their first lead 1:50 in. The Pats got it back seven minutes later when Sergei Alkhimov buried his seventh from the slot to make it 2-2. The Tigers responded five minutes after that to make it 3-2 and added another 1:16 later to go up 4-2, that was the final score. The Pats were outshot 46-25, the powerplay was oh for two, the penalty kill two for two and Dean McNabb made 42 saves.
Alkhimov Rolling
Pats rookie forward Sergei Alkhimov is coming off a successful weekend where he scored in consecutive games. The 17-year-old scored the Pats first goal in Red Deer on Friday and then picked up Regina's second goal of the game in Medicine Hat on Saturday. The product of Moscow, Russia has three goals in his last four games, which snapped a stretch of 12 in a row without a goal. Alkhimov is up to seven goals and 12 points in 30 games. His seven goals are tied for fifth most among WHL rookies and his 12 points are tied for 19th overall.
Top Line Working
The Pats top line of Austin Pratt, Jadon Joseph and Ty Kolle are finding a way to contribute on a nightly basis. The trio has combined to score five goals and seven assists for 12 points in six games since they were put together. Pratt has two goals and two assists in that stretch, Joseph two goals and two helpers, while Kolle has a goal and three assists. The three lead the Pats in scoring, Pratt with 27 points, Joseph with 23 and Kolle with 16 points.
Secondary Scoring
Pats forwards Scott Mahovlich and Logan Nijhoff found their way onto the scoresheet over the weekend. Mahovlich had a goal and an assist in two games against Red Deer and Medicine Hat, while Nijhoff put up an assist in both games. Nijhoff is up to seven assists and eight points on the year, Mahovlich has four goals and six points.
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"Riding on a motorcycle is like a small adventure; the bike becomes part of you." Motorcyclist Bob Kuhn has Parkinson's disease. Before his disease robs him of his balance, he sets off to conquer the 50cc challenge—a race from coast to coast across America in under 50 hours. Gas station hopping from San Diego to Jacksonville, Bob and his friend Andrew drive 2400 miles through the hot sun and cold nights. In a compelling portrait of the strength of the human spirit, Bob battles tremors, rigid muscles and impaired balance for an unforgettable last ride.


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Jordan Committed to Support UNRWA Despite US Halt of Funding
Published September 2nd, 2018 - 11:09 GMT
State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said the business model and fiscal practices of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency made it an "irredeemably flawed operation". (AFP)
Jordan said Saturday it would continue contacts with all stakeholders to ensure sustained support for UNRWA after the US halted its funding to the UN agency.
"We will continue contacts to mobilise all parties to secure political and financial support to ensure the continuation of UNRWA and that it continues its role in providing services to the Palestinian refugees in various fields of health, education and other areas," Minister of State for Media Affairs Jumana Ghunaimat told The Jordan Times on Saturday.
Her remarks came one day after the United States halted all funding to a UN agency that helps Palestinian refugees, a decision that would further deepen tension between the Palestinian leadership and the Trump administration.
State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said the business model and fiscal practices of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency made it an "irredeemably flawed operation".
"The administration has carefully reviewed the issue and determined that the United States will not make additional contributions to UNRWA," she said in a statement, cited by Reuters.
According to the report, Nauert said the agency's "endlessly and exponentially expanding community of entitled beneficiaries is simply unsustainable and has been in crisis mode for many years".
Ghunaimat said the right of Palestinian refugee for return and compensation is acknowledged by the international resolutions. Therefore, Jordan is working to raise the necessary funding to the UN agency, which was created in 1949 for provide services to more than 5 million Palestinian refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and the Palestinian territories in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
"Jordan will soon host a conference in this regard and will continue its diplomatic efforts to preserve these rights and maintain the role of UNRWA," said the minister over the phone.
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UNRWA spokesman Sami Mshasha voiced the agency's deep regret and disappointment over the US decision, which ends funding after decades of "strong political and financial support".
"This decision is surprising as the US and UNRWA renewed the funding agreement in November 2017, which was a sign of the US recognition of the successful and dedicated management of the agency and its professionalism," he said in a statement e-mailed to The Jordan Times on Saturday.
"We strongly reject remarks that the agency's schools, health centres and aid programmes witness irredeemably flawed operation…our programmes and achievements are among the most successful and remarkable programmes in the field of human development in the Middle East," he said, adding that donor countries and the international community constantly commended the agency's role.
The agency's spokesperson said the US used to be the largest and most generous donor to the agency and made valuable contributions to the agency's humanitarian and life-saving operations, including extending support to ensure girls' access to education, providing food assistance and ensuring high quality health services to the most vulnerable segments.
"After the US' latest announcement, UNRWA will work with more determination to lobby support along with local partners including Gulf states and countries in Asia, Europe and elsewhere," he said.
UNRWA, Mshasha said, is grateful for the solidarity demonstrated by all sides and the generosity of many donors, which enabled the agency to start the school year on time, adding that the agency would continue to provide its services in the operation areas.
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The appellant sought the action taken by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on the application of Pr. Secretary, Indian Newspaper and Journalist Society, for issuance of non-official photo pass/Identity Card. He also sought the name, organization and mobile number in respect of persons to whom MHA had issued photo pass since the year 2009 and the basis of issuance of non-official photo pass/ Identity Card by the MHA. The appellant filed an appeal before the Central Information Commission (CIC) on the grounds of deemed refusal by the respondent.
During the hearing the respondent submitted that as per existing guidelines MHA, Non-Official Identity Card/Photo Passes are issued to senior most office bearers of reputed public limited companies, national level confederation/ association of industries, national level sectoral association, NGOs and National level institutions. Since the case was not covered under any guidelines for issue of Identity Card, the applicant was asked to apply for Press Information Bureau (PIB) Card issued by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B). The PIB cards are issued to Correspondents of the Press Information Bureau and to facilitate their access to the Government Building under MHA Security Cover, their PIB Card is accredited by MHA. The respondent also submitted that some of the queries in the RTI application was prefixed with why and what and since such queries do not come within the ambit of section 2(f) "information" means any material in any form, including records, documents, memos, e-mails, opinions, advices, press releases, circulars, orders, logbooks, contracts, reports, papers, samples, models, data material held in any electronic form and information relating to any private body which can be accessed by a public authority under any other law for the time being in force; of the RTI Act, they were not replied to. However for rest of the queries the appellant was requested to obtain the information after depositing the additional fee, which the appellant failed to do.
The Central Information Commission (CIC) observed that as per provisions of the RTI Act, information held by the Public Authority in material form has to be provided to the information seeker, unless such information is denied under one of the exemption provisions of the RTI Act. The information cannot be denied merely because the appellant has prefixed his query with why and what. The Commission directed the PIO to provide the action taken on application for issue of non-official photo pass as well as the reasons for rejection of application, as per record.


Ex-boy band member Kevin Jonas made an appearance yesterday afternoon at Mobile Growth Summit 2016 ... not to perform, but to talk about marketing.
Since exiting the music scene, Jonas has been heading up The Blu Market, a company designed to help influencers increase their social media app installs and engagement. The eldest Jonas says he always oversaw the business side while he was in the band with brothers, Joe and Nick.
"I always looked at the Jonas Brothers like a startup [of 16 employees]," Jonas said.
The band broke up in 2013. But according to a conference organizer, women still followed Jonas — now a husband and father — when he arrived at the previous night's party. One woman said she would curl her hair for him, the organizer said.
Credit that kind of following to the power of successful marketing ... and maybe the residual power of appearing on People magazine's list of the Sexiest Men Alive in 2008.
Jonas, 28, talked about his experience with the Jonas Brothers, a pop rock band created by the youngest brother Nick. He also discussed the challange of balancing saying "no" while innundated with offers from companies to push their products. He would focus more on one-on-one engagement with fans, experimenting with platforms like Snapchat.
While scaling is important in mobile growth and engagement, applying the right metrics also matter, Jonas suggested.
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Airstrike on migrant centre kills almost 40 in Libya
Nearly 40 migrants were killed in an airstrike Tuesday night on their detention centre in a Tripoli suburb blamed on Libyan strongman Khalifa Haftar, who has been trying for three months to seize the capital. At least 70 were also wounded in the raid on Tajoura, an emergency services spokesman told reporters.
"This is a preliminary assessment and the toll could rise," said spokesman Osama Ali. He said 120 migrants were detained in the hangar which was directly hit by the strike. Bodies were strewn on the floor of the hangar, mixed with the belongings and blood-soaked clothes of migrants, a journalist said.
Rescuers were searching for survivors under the rubble, while dozens of ambulances rushed to the scene. In a statement, the internationally recognised national unity government (GNA) based in Tripoli denounced the attack as a "heinous crime" and blamed it on the "war criminal Khalifar Haftar".
Haftar, who controls much of eastern and southern Libya, in early April, launched an offensive to take the capital. The GNA accused pro-Haftar forces of having carried out a "premeditated" and "precise" attack on the migrant centre.
No one has so far claimed responsibility but pro-Haftar media reported Tuesday night a "series of air raids" in Tripoli and Tajoura. The suburb of Tajoura, which has several military sites belonging to pro-GNA armed groups, is regularly targeted in air raids by Khalifa's forces.
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The UN refugee agency said it was "extremely concerned" at reports of the strikes on the migrant centre. "UNHCR is extremely concerned about news of air strikes targeting Tajoura detention centre east of Tripoli, and accounts of refugees and migrants deceased," it tweeted.
"Civilians should never be a target." Libya, wracked by chaos since the 2011 uprising against dictator Moamer Kadhafi, has become a major conduit for migrants seeking to reach Europe. Rights groups say migrants face horrifying abuses in the North African country, which remains prey to a multitude of militias vying for control of the oil-rich country.
The plight of migrants has worsened since Haftar launched an offensive against Tripoli — the seat of an internationally recognised unity government – in early April. Since then, fighting has killed more than 700 and wounded 4,000, while nearly 100,000 have been displaced, according to UN agencies.
Haftar's forces have pledged to intensify air strikes against their GNA rivals after losing a key town to unity government forces. The two rival camps accuse each other of using foreign mercenaries and enjoying military support, especially air, from foreign powers.
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The UN's mission in Libya has said around 3,500 migrants and refugees held in detention centres near the combat zone are at risk. UN agencies and humanitarian organisations have regularly voiced their opposition to migrants arrested at sea being brought back to Libya, where they are "arbitrarily detained" or at the mercy of militias.
Despite chronic instability, Libya remains an important transit point for migrants fleeing conflict and instability in other parts of Africa and the Middle East.
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Opera vs Vivaldi – Which Is Better?
August 30, 2021 August 10, 2021 by Tom Clayton
Both Opera and Vivaldi are web browsers that help connect users with internet websites.
Opera is one of the oldest and the most unique browsers that stands out, while Vivaldi is a modern creation of a previous Opera co-founder.
While both browsers have great built-in features, they're very similar, with some distinctive features that set them apart.
The decision between an old-school reputable browser and a modern browser can sometimes be tough (especially when there isn't much difference in features), but you're in the right place.
In the review below, you'll find everything you need to know about both Opera and Vivaldi to make a well-informed decision!
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Opera is one of the oldest browsers (introduced in 1995) and yet is still being actively developed.
Opera is so special because it's built on a Chromium browser, which sets Opera apart from other browsers.
Even though it's one of the oldest computer browsers available for download, Opera brings modern features directly integrated into the browser.
These features ensure safer and more private browsing sessions ideal for personal use.
Vivaldi is a relatively new browser developed and introduced in 2015. The interesting fact is that the ex co-founder of Opera browser created the Vivaldi browser.
Vivaldi takes browsing to a personal level where you get to adjust and customize the browser to your needs.
With built-in features that protect the privacy and safety of the users, Vivaldi helps provide everything you might need to safely and efficiently browse all your favorite websites in one place.
What's interesting about the Vivaldi browser is that almost everything is an option, so you get to choose the features, interface, and other settings to adjust it to your preference and to the way you browse the internet.
Opera is a free browser, and it's very easy to get started with it. All you have to do is visit the official Opera website and head to the "Downloads" section.
Opera is available in a couple of different versions, and you get to choose between:
Opera for desktop (as a personal browser)
Opera GX (as a browser for gamers)
Opera GX mobile
Opera Mini mobile (light and data-saving oriented browser)
All Opera browsers are designed to offer better speed, be more efficient, and use fewer resources while keeping user protection high.
Therefore, when you choose your preferred version that will fit your needs, click the download button and install the Opera browser.
Vivaldi is also a free browser, and you can get started using the Vivaldi browser by visiting the official website and choosing between a desktop or a mobile browser version.
Their official website will automatically detect your operating system and give you a download button of the Vivaldi version compatible with your computer.
As you download the Vivaldi browser, install it, and you can start getting familiar with the browser.
Remember that Vivaldi also offers an Android version of the browser, ideal for smartphone users who browse a lot on the go.
Whether you choose Opera or Vivaldi, you won't have any issues getting started. Both browsers make it easy to get started by downloading the right version and installing it on your computer. Therefore, this category is a tie.
Opera has a very simple interface that is similar to other browsers. While there isn't a lot of customizability available, this isn't necessarily a disadvantage.
With such an interface, you won't have to learn or adjust anything, yet you're ready to use Opera immediately after the installation.
However, you get to choose between a light or dark version, and you get access to over 2500 extensions that help you modify your browser.
Vivaldi's interface is built completely differently than Opera or any other browser. Vivaldi's user interface is built with flexibility in mind.
Therefore, users can customize and adjust the interface from the ground up right after the installation.
You can choose anything from a very minimalistic interface to a full-stack interface that will feature all your most-needed shortcuts on your screen.
There are also different styles and color schemes you can choose from and choose the tools you would like to keep close in your sidebar.
An insane amount of customization is available by default which is ideal for users looking for the next best browser that will adapt to their browsing needs.
Opera decided to keep things simple while Vivaldi went a step further to help users feel like the browser is made just for them.
With the great number of customizations and adjustability, Vivaldi is a clear winner since it gives its users a lot of freedom and opportunity.
Even though Opera is over a two-decade-old browser, it features pretty modern integrations into the browser.
When you install Opera, you will also get features such as a free VPN, flow, workspaces, ad blocker, messengers, snapshots, and even unit converter integrated into the browser.
Opera even integrates social media or features such as a video pop-up for easier multi-tasking no matter what you're using your browser for.
From the moment you install Vivaldi, you will get to choose the features it includes. From the options, you will choose an integrated ad blocker, translation, tracking protection, tab tools.
Vivaldi even features productive apps such as mail, calendar, and feed reader, as well as a custom search engine.
Some of the features are pretty unique, while other integrated features are modern and go well with the modern use of the internet.
Both Opera and Vivaldi integrate plenty of features into the browser to ensure safer, smarter, and more efficient browsing activities whether you use the browser for work or entertainment.
The small difference is that Vivaldi gives you the chance to choose your integrated features, which is a small but very relevant feature which is why Vivaldi wins this category.
Opera doesn't have as many integrations as Vivaldi, but it has kept the good old style of improving the browser through extensions.
Opera has extensions where you can find, download, and install some of the most popular extensions to improve flexibility and change the way you use the browser.
Some of the most popular extensions are Messenger, WhatsApp, Amazon, Translator, free VPN, Microsoft Personal Shopping Assistant, and many others.
What's interesting about Opera is that since it's built on Chromium, it allows you to install Chrome extensions too. So if you're switching from the Chrome browser to Opera, this feature might be very useful.
Even though Vivaldi has plenty of integrated features and functions that you even get to choose at the installation point, just like Opera, Vivaldi features a resourceful extensions market.
Vivaldi has been trying to integrate some of the most popular functions directly into the browser. Still, if users need any additional functionality, they can head to the extensions store and get any extensions available for the Chrome browser.
Like Opera, Vivaldi is built on Chromium which gives it access and compatibility to all Chrome add-ons.
Both Opera and Vivaldi integrate some decent features into the browser, yet they also provide users with a way to install third-party integrations to improve the browser's functionality. Therefore, this category is a tie.
With rising security concerns, malware and viruses, browsing security needed to be improved, and that's exactly what Opera did.
Opera includes a free VPN to keep your browsing sessions private and secure. On top of that, you will get AdBlock integrated into the browser, which blocks irrelevant ads for a clear view and better user experience.
What's interesting about AdBlock is that it can also block trackers, so advertisers can't use your search history and queries to feed you ads.
With these three features, Opera shields your browsing and makes it private and secure at all times.
Vivaldi ensures that your privacy comes first by providing you with a browser that won't compromise your search history, the way you use the browser, or your personal details and sensitive information.
Just like Opera, Vivaldi integrates AdBlock, a free VPN, and tracking protection so your browsing can remain private and that your data is secure.
Not only Vivaldi won't know what you're using the browser for, but neither will the websites that tend to collect your data.
On top of that, Vivaldi helps you to break away from the big tech giants by providing you with the most-needed services such as Mail, Calendar, and Feed Reader that are also integrated into the browser.
Both Opera and Vivaldi are browsers that introduce and provide security and privacy to their users that meet today's standards. Therefore, this category is a tie.
Opera integrates plenty of tools that help improve the Opera's flexibility, as well as functionality.
Whether you use Opera for entertainment, work, or studies, Opera provides you with tools such as Flow, Workspaces, Messenger, Snapshot, unit converter, battery saver, and video pop-out.
These tools allow you to send information between devices, organize your tabs in groups, chat right within your browser without even visiting social media platforms, capture or edit screenshots, quickly convert units without having to open a calculator or a search engine, and detach videos into floating windows.
Even though these are only a couple of tools, if you get used to them, you won't have to rely on the third-party options that we all use for this time-consuming yet straightforward purpose.
Vivaldi is one of the browsers that helps you break away from using so many third-party tools and ensures that you have everything you need in one place (browser).
Therefore, Vivaldi integrates Mail, Calendar, Feed Reader, or Contacts into the browser.
These tools will help you stay more organized within the browser, keep all your information private, build a news feed, or even make quick language translations without opening any other website or tool.
On top of that, Vivaldi also introduces a custom Vivaldi search engine or creating custom keyboard shortcuts for use within the browser.
Both Opera and Vivaldi feature pretty strong tools that you can integrate into the browser. If you decide to ditch the third-party apps and rely on one browser for most of your communication or browsing needs, both browsers can handle this for you. Therefore, this category is a tie.
Opera comes with pretty minimal customization ability, just like most browsers available today. However, with access to thousands of browser extensions and light customization features within the browser, this might be enough for most users.
You can choose a dark or light theme, set your wallpaper, install extensions, change languages, import bookmarks, and set settings such as start-up preferences.
Opera's sidebar is also slightly customizable, but you can also customize some advanced options if you feel like you need to.
The biggest customization ability in the Vivaldi browser is the user interface. Vivaldi allows you to choose the user interface and set it up according to your needs.
This feature includes or excludes browser elements so you can keep things simple and minimal or have a full-on stack of all available features in the browser.
Interestingly, Vivaldi also has customizable tabs that you can group or display in a two-level stack. This is a unique way to customize your browsing experience and a great one if you're trying to stay organized and productive.
Opera gives users just the right amount of customization, but Vivaldi takes customization to another level. Vivaldi is a browser built with flexibility and customizability in mind, which is why it wins this category!
Opera is a browser that aims for a decent combination of features/integrations and resource efficiency.
This means that regardless of Opera's features, this browser is still considered a lightweight.
Therefore, Opera is the go-to browser if you're trying to browse using a weaker computer or when you're trying to get a lot of things done in a short timeframe using a weak internet connection.
On top of that, you shouldn't forget that Opera also has the Opera Mini version for Android that helps smartphone users browse lightly while saving their data.
It's not a surprise that Vivaldi gives its users a chance to improve their browsing performance by allowing the browser's memory usage.
Vivaldi even has a full guide on how to improve browsing performance by paying attention to resource efficiency.
Therefore, even though Vivaldi is working on integrating almost everything any browser user would possibly require, it is still a lightweight browser compatible with all types of computers.
The minimal system requirements ensure users switch to Vivaldi if they're trying to improve their browsing speed and use fewer resources to ensure their computers run smoothly during long browsing sessions.
Both Opera and Vivaldi are resource-conscious, which is good for users. Even though they integrate plenty of features and functions directly into the browser, they're still fast and efficient browsers, so this category is a tie.
Opera is straightforward to use from the moment you visit the official website for the download link to the moment you have the browser installed and ready for use.
There isn't a learning curve, and since Opera's interface is very similar to other standard browsers we're all used to, it's really easy to browse using Opera.
With integrated functions hidden in plain sight, you'll be able to quickly go through all features and remember them for later use.
Even though Vivaldi allows users to fully customize the browser's interface from the moment they install it onto their computers, it is still a pretty easy browser to use.
All customizability is made to ensure users know exactly what steps need to be taken and what can be customized.
Customizability can be skipped or can be chosen according to personal preference. Also, you get to make changes at any other time, so Vivaldi's functions won't bother you or disturb the way you use a browser.
Vivaldi is as easy to use as any other browser, and even though it might take you a bit of time to go through all of its built-in functions, it'll be rewarding since you'll have a powerful tool right next to you.
Both Opera and Vivaldi are easy to download, install, and use regardless of the functions or customizability they provide. Therefore, this category is a tie.
Opera is built on the free, open-source Chromium project, which ensures that the Opera browser is free for use.
There are no upsells or available purchases after you install the free version, either. Opera is fully free for all users across all devices.
Vivaldi is freeware, which means that this browser is free for life for all users across all platforms.
Also, all of the integrated features are fully free, and there are no upsells or available additional purchases after you install and start using the browser.
Both browsers are free to use
Both browsers offer valuable integrated features
Both browsers support Chrome add-ons and extensions
Both browsers ensure top-notch privacy and security
Both browsers tend to use fewer resources during use
Both browsers are very easy to use
Opera provides a better ad-blocking feature than Vivaldi
Opera offers a cryptocurrency wallet while Vivaldi doesn't
Vivaldi has a more customizable interface
Vivaldi introduces a unique tab management system
Fast web page loading
It uses fewer resources than most other browsers
Provides different browser versions to fit different needs
It's very responsive
Integrated security and privacy protections
Has a large community that provides support
It's free to use
You might need time to get used to finding built-in integrations
Web developers don't consider Opera users as a high priority when developing websites
Features no progress bar when loading websites
Decent memory consumption
Plenty of customizable options
Unique tab management
Very useful and adjustable sidebar
Fast and responsive
Great security features
Integrates plenty of features
It gives users control over almost every aspect of the browser
Ideal for multitasking
Custom search engine
It can consume too much memory if you have more than a couple of extensions installed
Opera is a solid browser that meets modern browsing requirements. On the other hand, Vivaldi is a relatively new browser that allows great customizability and flexibility, so the choice can be hard.
According to this review, Vivaldi is the winner because it offers additional features where Opera lacks some of them. Vivaldi is a lot more customizable which meets the modern browsing requirements.
Most importantly, Vivaldi provides a decent level of privacy and security with built-in integrations that ensure ease of use.
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Our team is holding a 6 hour FRC programming workshop at the FIRSTWA Kent fieldhouse on Saturday December 8th from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. The goal of this FRC programming workshop, is take you from setup to completing the basics of autonomous path following as Bear Metal has used for the last couple of seasons (2017-2018). The exercise will start with the setup of IDE, Java and GIT such that you can run a basic tele-operated robot inside a provided simulation. Visualization of the robot movements and path are provided with a custom dash-board. There will be four exercises that build on the previous exercise. It uses GIT branches to take you from the start of the exercise, allows you to try your hand at completing the functionality and then allows you to see a working solution. The four exercises are 1) state estimate using odometry, 2) path creation, 3) motion profiling and then 4) path following. All required libraries are publicly available.
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