Systematic summaries of related literature are considered an integral part of the development of guidelines in healthcare. Meta-analyses attempt to combine evidence from related studies to produce a coherent message based on the totality of evidence. The best meta-analyses are "individual patient data meta-analyses" (IPD-MA) because these collect the actual data from each study.
In the context of multiple drug resistant tuberculosis, we are proposing methods that can help assess which groups of patients are most helped by certain medications. This would eventually allow for individualized treatment recommendations. We will apply our methods to determine the best treatment strategies for multiple drug resistant tuberculosis.
Depression screening involves using short questionnaires to identify people who may have unrecognized depression. Screening is not currently recommended in Canada's main healthcare guidelines due to concerns that screening tools do not accurately distinguish between patients with and without depression. Another concern with existing screening methods is that they do not do consider patient risk factors, which may be associated with depression.
In our project, we will combine original patient data from published studies that used the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) depression screening tool, in order to create a very large database that can be used to determine more accurate ways to identify elderly patients with depression.
In a second project, we will use large datasets (e.g., > 20,000 patients) that we have synthesized for evaluating screening with three commonly used screening tests to develop individual risk models. We will use actual screening questionnaire scores, along with patient demographic and medical characteristics, to estimate risk.


A Nepali brand in Europe, Firiri, has organized a fashion show to showcase it's product in Barcelona. The show organized on March 1, 2015 featured Nepali products by the Spanish designer, Mar Rodriguez, in collaboration with her own line of collection Mar Rodriguez couture.
The fashion show was held in a historic building in the Mediterranean coast of Barcelona.
Firiri has showrooms in Barselona. The company has also opened a showroom in Nepal. The showroom in Nepal was opened earlier this year in New Road, Kathmandu.
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Texas Flooding: Michelle Carey-Charba's Body Found, Family Still Missing
The body of Michelle Carey-Charba, 43, was found Wednesday as rescue crews continued looking for other family and friends still missing.
Desperate Search for Texas Flood Victims Continues
May 27, 2015, 9:16 PM UTC / Updated May 27, 2015, 9:59 PM UTC
By Erik Ortiz, Erin Calabrese and Gabe Gutierrez
A body was identified Wednesday as one of the eight people swept away when their vacation home in Central Texas was lost amid raging floodwaters over the Memorial Day weekend.
The discovery of 43-year-old Michelle Carey-Charba came as her family told NBC News that they were still holding out hope for the safe recovery of all of the missing who had been inside the home.
A ninth person — family friend Jonathan McComb — was found alive Sunday after being carried several miles away from where the house once stood in the small tourist town of Wimberley. He was being treated in the hospital for a collapsed lung, a broken sternum and broken ribs, his family said.
McComb's wife, Laura, and their two children, Andrew, 6, and Leighton, 4, were also in the home and are still missing, along with Carey-Charba's husband, Randy Charba, their 6-year-old son, Will, and her parents, Ralph and Sue Carey.
Searchers made another grim discovery Wednesday when thebody of a boy was found in the Blanco River in Hays County, the city of San Marcos said in a statement that evening.
The child's age and identity have not been determined, and it is unknown whether he is on a list of those known missing, or another victim not previously reported missing, the city said.
Laura McComb's sister, Julie Shields, on Tuesday said the last words she heard from her sibling were over the phone in a calm voice: "We are in a house that is now floating down the river. Call mom and dad. I love you. And pray."
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Carey-Charba's brother-in-law, Alan Daniel, said Wednesday that the search isn't over. "We're not going to stop looking until we've found them."
Authorities said at least 23 people were killed and another 11 were missing after a series of storms pummeled Texas and Oklahoma, causing historic flooding in a region that had been crippled by severe drought.
The Careys own the home in Wimberley, where the Blanco River swelled 28 feet in an hour and a half. The McCombs are family friends, and they were all spending the Memorial Day weekend together.
"Our family friends live across the river, and they called and said the house is gone," Alan Daniel told NBC News. "That's when we knew something was wrong."
Michelle Carey-Charba and her son, William, went missing during flash flooding in Wimberley, Texas, over the Memorial Day weekend. Carey-Charba's body was found and identified Wednesday.
Many of the victims who died this week had gotten trapped in their vehicles as rising waters left them stranded, authorities said.
Two other victims recovered in Hays County in the aftermath of the flooding were identified Wednesday.
Jose Alvaro Arteaga-Pichardo, 29, was working on a ranch near Wimberley on Saturday when he was washed away in his SUV, authorities said. The body of Dayton Larry Thomas, 74, was found in San Marcos on Sunday. The identifications put the number of missing in Hays County at eight.
The effort to find the missing remained ongoing Wednesday.
"Right now, we are still in search mode," Kenneth Bell, the emergency management coordinator for San Marcos, near Wimberley, told reporters. More than 100 people were involved in the search effort, which continued as another line of storms struck southeastern Texas earlier in the day.
Receding floodwaters have exposed hundreds of waterlogged cars — and renewed hopes that other victims would be found.
Carey-Charba's sister, Cristen Daniel, was brought to her knees when she and her husband rushed to the family's A-frame vacation home over the weekend and saw it had been ripped from its foundation. The home was built on stilts in an area prone to flooding.
"We never thought it could knock down the house ever, ever," Cristen Daniel told NBC News earlier Wednesday.
Texas Floods: Two Families Missing After Vacation Home Swept Away
She said that she and her husband were supposed to be at the home over the holiday weekend, but they put off the trip because of their child's dance recital.
Cristen Daniel described her sister as her best friend and a selfless woman who was involved in community organizations in her hometown of Corpus Christi, about three hours south of Wimberley.
Cristen and Alan Daniel also said they reached out to Jonathan McComb, who is still trying to come to grips with what happened, they said.
"Physically he's going to be okay. Emotionally, he's broken," Cristen Daniel said.
"We all encouraged him that he's not in this alone," Alan Daniel added, "and we're all going through this together."
Clayton Duncan, another family friend who had spent time at the Wimberley home, told NBC News that about 250 family, friends and members of the First Baptist Church in Wimberley volunteered to scour the Blanco riverbanks to find the other missing.
"We are working with private land owners along the river to gain access to their properties to conduct searches," he said.
Loved ones were trying to stay optimistic that everyone would be found. But the loss of the Carey-Charba house remains a painful reminder, Duncan said.
"This river house was sort of plastered door to door with pictures of the family spending time there," he said, adding, "It's truly a magical place that's no longer there."
Erik Ortiz
Erik Ortiz is a senior reporter for NBC News Digital focusing on racial injustice and social inequality.
Erin Calabrese
Gabe Gutierrez
Gabe Gutierrez is an NBC News correspondent based in New York. He reports for all platforms of NBC News, including "TODAY," "NBC Nightly News," MSNBC and NBCNews.com.

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Okay Google, entertain me: Games and quizzes to play with Nest speakers and displays
Music quizzes, memory games, general knowledge and Dustin from Stranger Things; how to play with Google Assistant
Alistair Charlton
With much of the world stuck indoors due to the coronavirus, there's no better time to explore what games and quizzes the Google Assistant has to offer.
Just like Alexa, the voice assistant can access a broad catalogue of games to keep you entertained during this period of social isolation.
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All of these work with every device capable of summoning the Google Assistant. This includes all Google- and Nest-branded smart speakers and displays, from the $50 Nest Mini, up to the flagship Nest Hub Max display. Naturally, displays can show more information and are therefore better equipped for visually-led games.
There are games for adults and children, games to play alone or with friends, and games which could help boost your memory skills with daily use. There's even an adventure game to play with Dustin from Stranger Things.
Just like the games you can play with Alexa, these are predominantly voice-based, so you've got to listen carefully, speak clearly and often say exactly the right answer to earn your points. Some of the games also show a basic user interface and other graphics on smart displays like the Nest Hub.
To launch each of these games and quizzes, just ask your Google Home to "open" or "launch" the title, and they should work. Asking Google to "talk to" the title of the game also works.
More recently, Google added a catalogue of 10 free new games to play with the Assistant on smart displays. Just say: "Hey Google, let's play a game" to get started.
Note: These voice applications are free to use, but some include the equivalent of in-app purchases to unlock extra content and help you progress more quickly.
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Are You Feeling Lucky?
Ask Google to play Are You Feeling Luck? (formerly known as Lucky Trivia) and the assistant almost bursts with excitement. Ours said: "Oh yeah! This is so much better than telling you about the weather!"
Google then plays a little jingle and welcomes you as if you've just stepped onto the set of a TV quiz show, complete with applauding and laughing audience. The Assistant then asks how many contestants there are, assigns you with a random name (like 'Fluffy' or 'Sleepy Head'), then kicks off a five-round game of true or false on general knowledge.
Dustin from Stranger Things
One for fans of the Netflix series Stranger Things, this activity sees you have a walkie-talkie conversation with Dustin from the show. First, you need to answer a question to prove he can trust you (what is Eleven's favorite food?), then Dustin takes you for a ride through a mini game based on the plot of the show. You're asked multiple-choice questions and Dustin's responses fit well to the answers you give (whether they are right or wrong), making the conversation feel surprisingly natural.
Horizontal Crossword
Horizontal Crosswords is a fast-paced crossword game that is loaded with new puzzles to solve every day. Working against the clock, you are given a series of clues to help, and you just have to say the word to input; no typing or spelling required.
In this game you are given six letters and tasked with making as many words as you can; like Scrabble, the longer the word the more points you are awarded. As well as playing against yourself, your score will be compared to other players around the world.
10 free new games come to Google and Nest smart displays Google
Daily Brain Trainer
This game features quick daily puzzles to test memory, reaction times and pattern matching skills. Your score can be compared with other players, and the more you get right the more puzzles unlock.
SongPop
SongPop asks you to pick a music genre, then plays snippets of songs for you to identify. Points are awarded for guessing either the track title or artist correctly, and for each question you can ask for a hint, which gives you three options for the answer.
This voice-based adventure game begins with you waking up on a derelict spaceship. You've to then use voice instructions to get help from a team of robots, reclaim your vessel and escape.
The Vortex comes from video game studio Doppio and features an original script written by Greg Buchanan, who previously worked on his video game No Man's Sky. To get started, say: "Okay Google, talk to The Vortex by Doppio".
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Star Wars Trivia Challenge
Some of the most engaging Google Assistant games are quizzes. This one, as the name suggests, will test you Star Wars knowledge, with official backing from the Disney-owned franchise and realistic sound effects.
There are a couple of different game modes, called Story and Survival, and to get started you say: "hey Google, play Star Wars Trivia".
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The hit TV show is available to play on your Google Assistant device. Six new clues are added every weekday, and there are a wide variety of topics to pick from, including sports, pop culture, travel and world history.
Sound effects and visuals borrowed from the TV help produce an authentic experience, and there are Teen Jeopardy and Sports Jeopardy clues added every Sunday. To get started, say "Hey Google, play Jeopardy".
This game is loaded with hundreds of movie sound clips from the past 60 years. All you have to do is listen to a clip, then correctly guess which movie it comes from. A multiplayer mode lets you compete against other people.
To get started say: "Okay Google, talk to Movie Quiz".
These games work on all Google and Nest speakers and displays GearBrain
Wait Wait Quiz
A Google Assistant version of NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me quiz, this game is updated regularly with new questions, and offers short, five-minute games to keep you entertained each week.
To launch the app, say "Okay Google, talk to Wait Wait Quiz".
Ask Google to look into its crystal ball and the game will begin. "I just need to hang these velvet curtains," the Assistant says, before asking you to come closer, close your eyes and clear your thoughts. You can then ask a series of yes or no questions and Google will provide the kind of unsurprisingly vague answers you'd expect from a fortune teller.
Number Master
Less of a game and more of a memory test, this simply reads out numbers in sets of threes. After Google reads out the first three numbers, you need to say them back in the right order. Easy at first, but when you're trying to remember a sequence of nine, 12 or 15 numbers it gets tough. But who's to say with daily practice your short-term memory skills won't improve?
Don't forget to check out The GearBrain, our compatibility checker, to see all the connected devices that work with Google Home and Google Home Mini.
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Well, it's been a long time since I've had a moment to come here and write about something. I finally got all the issues ironed out without Dreamhost. One of their SQL servers was really overworked or just borked. I ended up moving the blog to a new server myself (thanks Dreamhost). Only the finest tech support at Dreamhost! Regardless, blog is back up with no downtime in sight.
Recently, things have been getting really busy for me. I'm in training for some stuff at IBM. I'm taking on more responsibilities here and there, so with that, the stress accumulates. Nichole doesn't currently have a car so I've been getting up at 5:45am to drive her to work and then drive right back to fall asleep until 7:30 to get up and go to work. In addition, we have a new member to our family: Ashley.
She has definitely made things interesting in our apartment. She manages to get into the smallest places. She manages to navigate the rat's nest that has grown like a Spaghetti Monster. She enjoys eating, sleeping, and biting the hell out of our hands, feet, arms, and faces. However, we still love her, even if she managed to knock over a full cup of water during a 7am conference call I had not too long ago.
Syriana, which I would have to give a 7.5 out of 10. I waited for this movie to come out on DVD, which might I add, felt like an eternity for it to get released. The premise of the movie is to explain the intricracies of the Middle East, oil production and the dirty dealings of corporate America and the irresponsibility of the U.S. Government and it's intelligence agencies. This movie uses the same format as Traffic, which has interweaving stories which seemingly have nothing to do with another until you realize the connections between the different plots and sub-plots. The director from Traffic was also the director of this film. I give it a only a 7.5 because for more than half of the film, I had no idea what the hell was going on. Either, I was not paying attention or they didn't do enough explaining on what was happening. My second time through, I had a chance to understand a lot more of the story and was able to enjoy the writing and powerful acting. Put it on the Flix.
The Net, which I would have to give a 5.7 out of 10. This movie is always being shown on cable. It's a classic, at least for the internet conspiracy genre. It has some ground breaking moments, especially with the idea that your identity can be stolen very easily. Something the American public still has yet to realize. Some of the 'hacking' which can be seen is laughable, but it's an enjoyable thriller with a few decent moments. The score is awful and some of the acting is a bit on the pathetic side but it's one of those bad movies you have to store away and watch over and over again. Watch it on cable.
Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, which I would have to award an 8.0 out of 10. This is definitely one of those movies that has stuck with me and will always be in my favorites list. I remember watching the original, in 1988 on the Disney Channel. When I originally heard about this film, I had to see it. However, I somehow didn't manage to see it in theatres, that whole busy thing… Anyways, when it got here, that was the first movie we watched. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of this film. The story was true to the original, the CGI was amazing, the acting was spot on and the direction was superb. I hoped that they could do justice to the original and they hit a homerun. The epic battle scene was not overdone and executed quite well. Put it on the Flix, and change it's queue status to #1.
Finally, I've kicked my Half-Life addiction and uninstalled it completely. However, it's tough to completely succeed in curbing bad habits, I'm still addicted to Half-Life 2. I've been playing a lot of GMOD lately. It's just a modification of the HL2 engine with the ability to do just about anything. Weapons and gamemodes have been coded by community members to make the game even more interesting. I find myself making some rather strange contraptions (death machines is more accurate) and the occasional vehicle. However, in the end, I usually just end up going on a vehicular manslaughter rampage and aim for any silly pedestrian that gets close enough for me to hit. Yes, I know I'm sadistic.
Well, it's getting late and that 5:45am wakeup call is looming closer already. *Cringe* Here's a little peak at what the folks at Valve have been messing around with, it's called 'Portal.' G'night.
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I loved the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe too! I found a cool web page with a ton of pictures from the movie.
It was nice reading your writing. You're good at it.


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package gov.va.isaac.gui.dialog;

import gov.va.isaac.AppContext;
import gov.va.isaac.gui.util.FxUtils;
import gov.va.isaac.gui.util.GridPaneBuilder;
import gov.va.isaac.ie.ExportFileHandler;
import gov.va.isaac.model.ExportType;
import gov.va.isaac.util.OchreUtility;
import gov.va.isaac.util.ProgressEvent;
import gov.va.isaac.util.ProgressListener;
import java.io.File;
import javafx.application.Platform;
import javafx.beans.binding.Bindings;
import javafx.beans.binding.ObjectBinding;
import javafx.concurrent.Task;
import javafx.event.ActionEvent;
import javafx.event.EventHandler;
import javafx.scene.Cursor;
import javafx.scene.control.Button;
import javafx.scene.control.Label;
import javafx.scene.control.ProgressBar;
import javafx.scene.layout.ColumnConstraints;
import javafx.scene.layout.GridPane;
import javafx.scene.layout.Priority;
import javafx.scene.layout.RowConstraints;
import javafx.stage.Stage;
import org.slf4j.Logger;
import org.slf4j.LoggerFactory;
import com.google.common.base.Preconditions;

/**
 * A GUI for handling exports.
 *
 * @author bcarlsenca
 */
public class ExportView extends GridPane {

  /** The Constant LOG. */
  static final Logger LOG = LoggerFactory.getLogger(ExportView.class);

  /** The model type label. */
  private final Label exportTypeLabel = new Label();

  /** The path name label. */
  private final Label pathNameLabel = new Label();

  /** The folder name label. */
  private final Label folderNameLabel = new Label();

  /** The progress bar. */
  final javafx.scene.control.ProgressBar progressBar = new ProgressBar(0);

  /** The status label. */
  final Label statusLabel = new Label();

  /** The result label. */
  final Label resultLabel = new Label();

  /** The cancel button. */
  final Button cancelButton = new Button("Cancel");

  /** The exporter task. */
  Task<Boolean> task;

  /** the task thread */
  Thread taskThread = null;

  /** The request cancel. */
  boolean requestCancel = false;

  /** The export file handler. */
  ExportFileHandler exportFileHandler = null;

  /**
   * Instantiates an empty {@link ExportView}.
   */
  public ExportView() {
    super();

    // GUI placeholders.
    this.setHgap(10);
    this.setVgap(10);
    this.setPadding(new javafx.geometry.Insets(10, 10, 10, 10));
    GridPaneBuilder builder = new GridPaneBuilder(this);
    builder.addRow("Export Type: ", exportTypeLabel);
    builder.addRow("Path Name: ", pathNameLabel);
    builder.addRow("Folder Name: ", folderNameLabel);
    builder.addRow("Progress: ", progressBar);
    progressBar.setMinWidth(500);
    builder.addRow("Status: ", statusLabel);
    builder.addRow("Result: ", resultLabel);
    @SuppressWarnings("deprecation")
    javafx.scene.layout.HBox hbox = javafx.scene.layout.HBoxBuilder.create()
    .alignment(javafx.geometry.Pos.TOP_CENTER).children(cancelButton).build();

    builder.addRow(hbox);
    cancelButton.setOnAction(new EventHandler<ActionEvent>() {
      @Override
      public void handle(ActionEvent event) {
        doCancel();
      }
    });
    setConstraints();

    // Set minimum dimensions.
    setMinHeight(100);
    setMinWidth(600);
  }

  /**
   * Perform an export according the specifed parameters.
   *
   * @param exportType the export type
   * @param pathNid the path nid
   * @param folderName the file name
   * @param zipChecked the flag indicating whether to compress output
   */
  public void doExport(ExportType exportType, int pathNid,
    final String folderName, boolean zipChecked) {
    Preconditions.checkNotNull(exportType);
    Preconditions.checkNotNull(folderName);

    // Make sure in application thread.
    FxUtils.checkFxUserThread();

    // Update UI.
    exportTypeLabel.setText(exportType.getDisplayName());
    pathNameLabel.setText(OchreUtility.getFSNForConceptNid(pathNid, null).get());
    folderNameLabel.setText(folderName);

    File folder = new File(folderName);
    // Inject into an ExportFileHandler.
    exportFileHandler =
        new ExportFileHandler(pathNid, exportType, folder, zipChecked);

    // Do work in background.
    task = new ExporterTask(exportFileHandler);

    // Bind cursor to task state.
    ObjectBinding<Cursor> cursorBinding =
        Bindings.when(task.runningProperty()).then(Cursor.WAIT)
            .otherwise(Cursor.DEFAULT);
    this.getScene().cursorProperty().bind(cursorBinding);

    taskThread = new Thread(task, "Exporter_" + exportType);
    taskThread.setDaemon(true);
    taskThread.start();
  }

  /**
   * Do cancel.
   */
  public void doCancel() {
    LOG.info("Cancel import.");
    if (requestCancel) {
      // complete the process
      ((Stage) getScene().getWindow()).close();
      return;
    }

    // Set requestCancel to true and cancel task
    requestCancel = true;
    exportFileHandler.doCancel();
    cancelButton.setText("Close");
  }

  /**
   * Sets the FX constraints.
   */
  private void setConstraints() {

    // Column 1 has empty constraints.
    this.getColumnConstraints().add(new ColumnConstraints());

    // Column 2 should grow to fill space.
    ColumnConstraints column2 = new ColumnConstraints();
    column2.setHgrow(Priority.ALWAYS);
    this.getColumnConstraints().add(column2);

    // Rows 1-4 have empty constraints.
    this.getRowConstraints().add(new RowConstraints());
    this.getRowConstraints().add(new RowConstraints());
    this.getRowConstraints().add(new RowConstraints());
    this.getRowConstraints().add(new RowConstraints());

    // Row 5 should
    RowConstraints row5 = new RowConstraints();
    row5.setVgrow(Priority.ALWAYS);
    this.getRowConstraints().add(row5);
  }

  /**
   * Inner class to handle the export task.
   */
  class ExporterTask extends Task<Boolean> {

    /** The export handler. */
    ExporterTask(ExportFileHandler exportFileHandler) {
      // do nothing
    }

    /*
     * (non-Javadoc)
     *
     * @see javafx.concurrent.Task#call()
     */
    @Override
    protected Boolean call() throws Exception {

      ProgressListener listener = new ProgressListener() {
        @Override
        public void updateProgress(ProgressEvent pe) {
          Platform.runLater(() -> {
            progressBar.setProgress(((double) pe.getProgress()) / 100);
            statusLabel.setText(pe.getNote());
          });
        }
      };
      Platform.runLater(() -> {
        statusLabel.setText("Starting...");
        progressBar.setProgress(0);
      });
      exportFileHandler.doExport(listener);
      Platform.runLater(() -> {
        statusLabel.setText("Finished");
        progressBar.setProgress(1);
      });
      return true;
    }

    /*
     * (non-Javadoc)
     *
     * @see javafx.concurrent.Task#succeeded()
     */
    @Override
    protected void succeeded() {
      // Update UI.
      progressBar.setProgress(100);
      cancelButton.setText("Close");
      if (requestCancel) {
        resultLabel.setText("Successfully cancelled export");
      } else {
        statusLabel.setText("");
        resultLabel.setText("Successfully exported data");
      }
      requestCancel = true;
    }

    /*
     * (non-Javadoc)
     *
     * @see javafx.concurrent.Task#failed()
     */
    @Override
    protected void failed() {
      Throwable ex = getException();
      progressBar.setProgress(100);
      cancelButton.setText("Close");
      requestCancel = true;
      // leave last comment on failure, e.g. do not set status label here
      resultLabel.setText("Failed to export data");

      String title = ex.getClass().getName();
      String msg = String.format("Unexpected error exporting to file");
      LOG.error(msg, ex);
      AppContext.getCommonDialogs()
          .showErrorDialog(title, msg, ex.getMessage());
    }

  }
}

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Mirja Dorny (* 17. Juni 1985 in Bochum als Mirja Kothe) ist eine deutsche Fußballspielerin, die seit 2012 für den Bochumer Stadtteilverein SC Union-Bergen aktiv ist.

Karriere

Vereine
Als Straßenfußballerin im Zusammenspiel mit Jungen stellte Dorny zunächst ihr Können unter Beweis, bevor sie im Alter von 14 Jahren dem RW Markania Bochum beitrat. Im Dezember 2000 wechselte sie in die Jugendmannschaft des Bochumer Stadtteilvereins TuS Harpen. Während ihrer zweijährigen Vereinszugehörigkeit entwickelte sie sich zur Jugendnationalspielerin.

Zur Saison 2000/01 wechselte sie zur SG Wattenscheid 09 in die Regionalliga West, ehe ihr Weg sie bereits nach einem halben Jahr in die 1. Frauenbundesliga FCR 2001 Duisburg führte. Dort entwickelte sie sich zur Stammspielerin. In ihrer Premierensaison kam sie in neun Punktspielen zum Einsatz und erzielte ein Tor. Ihr Debüt gab sie am 16. Februar 2003 (5. Spieltag) im Alter von 17 Jahren beim 1:0-Sieg im Auswärtsspiel gegen den SC Freiburg; ihr erstes Tor erzielte sie am 11. Mai 2003 (19. Spieltag) beim 5:0-Sieg im Heimspiel gegen den Neuling Tennis Borussia Berlin mit dem Treffer zum 1:0 in der ersten Minute.

Am 31. Mai 2003 kam sie auf dem Rasen des Berliner Olympiastadions im DFB-Pokalendspiel gegen den 1. FFC Frankfurt in der Startformation zum Einsatz. Das Spiel ging durch ein Eigentor der seinerzeitigen Spielführerin des FCR Duisburg Martina Voss kurz vor Schluss mit 0:1 verloren. In der Saison 2003/04 wurde sie zu einer festen Größe im Team des FCR Duisburg. Eine Meniskusverletzung im rechten Knie warf sie ab Januar 2004 allerdings zurück. Nach ihrer Rückkehr spielte sie sich wieder in die erste Elf, wechselte jedoch aufgrund ihrer Ausbildung im Sommer 2004 zum Bundesligaaufsteiger SG Essen-Schönebeck. Am Saisonende konnten die Schönebeckerinnen soeben noch den Abstieg verhindern; am Ende der zweiten Saison belegten sie Platz Sechs; Dorny wurde zur Spielerin der Saison gewählt.

Im Sommer 2007 zog es sie aufgrund der beruflichen Belastung zurück zum TuS Harpen in die Verbandsliga, mit dem sie als Spielführerin in die Regionalliga aufstieg. In dieser Zeit begleitete sie auch die anfängliche Kooperation und spätere Übernahme durch den VfL Bochum. Seit 2012 gehört Dorny dem SC Union-Bergen an, mit dem sie am Saisonende 2012/13 in die Bezirksliga, 2013/14 in die Landesliga Westfalen und 2015/2016 in die Westfalenliga aufgestiegen ist. Mit dem Aufstieg in die Westfalenliga zog sie sich aus beruflichen Gründen zurück und agiert seitdem als Standby-Spielerin.

Nationalmannschaft
Noch als Angehörige des TuS Harpen wurde U17-Nationalspielerin und bestritt ihr erstes Länderspiel am 9. März 2002 in den USA beim 4:1-Sieg im Testspiel gegen die Auswahl Kanadas. Am 11. und 13. März folgten zwei Begegnungen gegen die USA, die mit 1:0 und 2:2 endeten. Ihre letzten beiden Einsätze in dieser Altersklassenauswahl bestritt sie am 16. und 18. April jeweils gegen die Auswahl Dänemarks, die 1:1 und 1:0 endeten. Diese dienten als Vorbereitung auf den Wettbewerb um den Nordic-Cup im Sommer 2002, an dem sie aufgrund eines Bänderrisses im Sprunggelenk nicht teilnehmen konnte.

Von Oktober 2002 bis März 2003 bestritt sie vier Länderspiele für die U19-Nationalmannschaft, ehe sie am 11. Mai 2006 bei der 2:3-Niederlage gegen die Auswahl der Vereinigten Staaten für die U21-Nationalmannschaft debütierte und mit ihr im Juli 2006 am Wettbewerb um den Nordic-Cup teilnahm. Mit ihren Einsätzen am 16. und 18. Juli 2006, beim 2:0-Sieg über die Auswahl Schwedens und beim 3:0-Sieg über die Auswahl Finnlands (Einwechslung für Simone Laudehr in der 80. Minute), trug sie zum späteren Gewinn des Pokals bei.

Erfolge
 Nordic-Cup-Sieger 2006
 Dritter Deutsche Meisterschaft in der Saison 2001/02 und 2002/03
 DFB-Pokal-Finalist 2003

Ausbildung und Beruf
Nach ihrem Abitur im Jahr 2004 begann Dorny bei der VBW Bauen und Wohnen GmbH in Bochum eine Ausbildung zur Kauffrau in der Grundstücks- und Wohnungswirtschaft, die sie im Juni 2007 erfolgreich abgeschlossen hat. Im Jahr 2008 begann sie ein berufsbegleitendes Studium, welches sie im Jahr 2014 mit einem Master-Abschluss beendete. Nach beruflichen Stationen beim Verband der Wohnungswirtschaft Rheinland Westfalen und der Spar- und Bauverein Solingen eG ist Mirja Dorny seit dem 1. Januar 2022 Geschäftsführerin der Baugesellschaft Hanau.

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Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 1, published in 2001. ISBN:0-930163-90-7 from pages 1-584, with 2,282 quality catalog illustrations and photographs.
Tran Duy Ly began his epic project of publishing invaluable books and guides, probably no day has gone by when I have not consulted one of those volumes (I have them all) and no American-clock repair customer leaves my shop without having seen an image of their clock from one of his books.
With the arrival of the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2 there is almost a 100% chance that any Waterbury clock on my bench can be identified. Because I help catalog the R.O.Schmitt auctions, I rely on the Ly books for making sure each clock is correctly described. The first clock (a cigar cutter) on the first page of the new book was one I needed to research back in 2012 before the new book was printed; next time this and hundreds of other rare Waterbury examples will be at my fingertips..."
It was so good to talk to you yesterday. It's hard to believe you are 82 and still have the stamina, determination and dedication required for the completion of your new Waterbury book. I pray for your continued good health. You are a treasure to American horology and those of us who study it. I am excited to be on your list to receive the new Waterbury book when it is published.
Waterbury clocks are an American icon and each is a testament to the creativity and excellent craftsmanship of American clockmakers. I have owned and repaired Waterbury clocks and can attest to the quality that went into the building of each.
Again, I want to thank you for your labor of love that has resulted in the finest collection of literature in the field of horology in the past century being produced. Your works are like a goldmine to collectors, to those who repair and restore these historic clocks and timepieces as well as the general public who might share an interest in our field. Please give Vicky my regards..."
beautifully illustrated and annotated horological references ever put to print. In the world of clocks for me Tran has been a personal friend for over 30 years but the real benefit of our relationship is that which he shares with everyone, his unbridled passion for undertaking the massive projects of each and every one of his amazing volumes!
Just when one thinks what more could he possibly craft and deliver to the world he produces yet another incredibly informative, beautifully executed, and very important resource as in the form of his latest effort, 'WATERBURY CLOCKS & WATCHES - 2nd Edition - Volume 2.' This book is the perfect compliment to his revised 'WATERBURY CLOCKS & WATCHES - 2nd Edition - Volume 1', which was published in 2001. In this latest volume, totally unexpected and important identification information of so many more Waterbury clocks & watches makes possible for most every Waterbury time piece and clock to be correctly and accurately idenfified, chronicled and appraised.
It is because of Tran's passion to furnish society with accurate information that we benefited forever with his incredible publications. It is an honor to have been part of Tran Duy Ly's research team for most of his books as this shared passion will live on for generations due to his vision and equally an honor to be part of his latest publication "WATERBURY CLOCKS & WATCHES 2nd Edition - Volume 2..."
"Dear Mr. Ly, I had purchased the new edition of the E. N. Welch book at the NAWCC National Convention, and then when I returned I also ordered both volumes of the Seth Thomas books, and the Ansonia book as a result of the flyer I picked up at the convention.
My books arrived only four days after I had phoned in my order, and I have never received books that were packed so carefully. Your wife took my order over the phone and she was very pleasant and helpful.
I have only had time to read the two volumes of the Seth Thomas books and I am quite pleased with my purchase so far. I would certainly recommend these books to anyone seriously interested in Seth Thomas clocks, and please let me know as soon as the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2, is available.
Thank you (and your wife) so much!"
"...I got my book American Clocks Volume 2 and it is just great like all of Trans books.
Please let me know as soon as the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2, is available..."
"...As someone fairly new to the world of horology, your clock books especially the draft of the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, has been incredibly useful to me. While helping to catalog a large collection, the draft book was always close at hand so that I could identify Waterbury clocks quickly and accurately.
In my clock repair work, customers enjoy seeing their family clocks as they were once advertised. Learning the original age, price, model name, and other details of their clocks brings them closer to these treasured heirlooms.
In the end, they appreciate the clock, its history, its value, and my services all the more because of your books. Thank you for the excellent works you do..."
"...Hello Vicky & Tran, I hope that all is well with you. It's a new month now and time for me to buy some more of your wonderful clock books. Please send me the Seth Thomas Volume 1 & 2 third editions. It's time to replace my 'dog-eared' first edition which I bought back in 1985.
It's literally falling apart! I must say that I am extremely happy to have the new Welch Clocks - 2nd Edition. I used it to positively identify my Welch 'Unknown Regulator No. 47.' Seldom does a day pass that I don't use at least one of a dozen or so of your excellent clock books for reference. They have helped me many, many times.
Please put in my order of the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2 book. I need it very bad. Many thanks..."
"...I really enjoyed speaking with you today. You are an amazing scholar and I appreciate all of the work you have done to make horology accessible through the books you have written. As I continue to learn more about clocks and their history, and enhance my repair/restoration skills, your books are at my side.
The Seth Thomas Second Edition has proved invaluable. It is very complete and the movements section has already helped me avoid a 'marriage' clock. I plan to order the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2, so please send it to me as soon as it is available. As with your other books, I look forward to using it as a reference that will further enhance my knowledge of these clocks, which will in turn make collecting much more rewarding..."
"...The Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2, is another great book comming from the best book publisher ever. I though you were going to retire. Your not retiring is a big win for all of us who have enjoyed your books for years...."
"...I am the proud owner of all of your books. Please send me the Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2, as soon as possible..."
"...Thank you for giving me the opportunity to review your Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 2 at the Dayton National. Even though, I throughly enjoyed Waterbury Clocks & Watches - 2nd Edition, Volume 1, I was surprised at all of the Waterbury clocks that you have located since it was published in 2001. I know that you have said that Welch Clocks - Second Edition, published in 2013 was to be your last book, but I as well as the clock world should be enthusiastic about this book. Thank you for continuing to publish these very important clock publications that include additional illustrations and price guides..."
"...Tran Duy Ly's books are an essential part of my horological library and are an important tool for my repair and restoration activities. They allow me to accurately date clocks and help me with case restoration.
The detail and clarity of the pictures are more than adequate for my work. They also provide information that I am able to pass on to my clients and assist me in answering information requests that come through the museums that I am involved with. The concise history and tips in each edition only enhance the value of his books. I recommend that every collector and restorer make Tran Duy Ly's books part of their library..."
"...I've been repairing and restoring antique clocks for over 50 years. Early on I recall several authors wrote 'price guides for antique clocks, some with poor photos and 'pasted up' catalogue pieces. Even though there were inaccuracies and huge price differences, these seemed to have a definite effect on the marketplace. Clock dealers always had a price guide by their side at the mart table, in shops, and even individuals looking for top dollar. 'It's in the book for............' was the resounding cry.
Some of the most fun that I've had with Tran's books is with my customers. Many customers know little about a restoration candidate but are certain it's been in the family or bought at an auction 50 years ago, and so forth. Often times I'll get the customer to start thumbing through pages of the right category and walk away. Pretty soon, 'There it is!' they exclaim with great excitement. The year of manufacture, description and the original image which always prompts the question, 'So what's it worth today?.' The book supplies that answer too.
I can't say enough kind words about your books, Tran. I have a few Waterbury clocks in my collection. I am partial to 1880's - 1890's walnuts and oaks. Your Waterbury books have been especially helpful with 'the hunt.'..."
"...Your Waterbury Clocks & Watches 2nd Edition, Volume 2 is great. You have done so much for clock collectors with your books. You should be proud of the legacy you will leave for horology..."
- Volume 2 from pages 585-1,032, will be published in 2013, with 1,352 quality illustrations and photographs. Smyth sewn hardbound on white gloss enamel text with 2014 Price Update $69.50.
Another Milestone. Volume 2, 2nd Edition of Waterbury Clocks & Watches by Tran Duy Ly will soon be published. Once again, extensive research by Tran and his staff, provides a compendium of useful information to all collectors, both novice and advanced, of the Waterbury Clock Company clocks and watches.
Perseverance. The 1st Volume on Waterbury clocks was published by Tran 24 years ago. This was followed by revised and expanded book in 2001 and was thought to be all inclusive at that time. Most would have been content to stop there, however, over 300 pages of new information are provided in Volume 2, 2nd Edition.
Content. Many additions have been made to each of the categories listed in Volume 1, and several new categories are now included in Volume 2. For example, an entirely new section has been included in the Mantle Clocks Category titled "Polished and Enameled Wood". Many of these models have gilt engraving, and gilt or bronze, ornaments as well as polished marbleized wood in gray, green or brown colors.
If you collect Waterbury porcelain clocks this book is essential. From only four pages in Volume 1, an entirely new section in Volume 2, 2nd Edition, covering 37 pages, is included illustrating multiple examples of Waterbury's line of porcelain clocks.
Rare models such as the Register with Fahrenheit thermometer marked for blood heat and temperature on a brass scale, barbershop gallery with reversed numerals, Keating, Kelsey calendar, Hall Clocks No. 62, 63, 64 and Corbetts Watchman's clock are illustrated. A variety of Waterbury clock dials, top ornaments, side figures and candlesticks are also shown.
A new section on Jennings Brothers Clocks which used Waterbury movements, has been included.
Finally, a section on Unknown American Manufactured Jewelers Regulators, both standing and wall models, has been added. Although not produced by Waterbury, many of these examples should be of interest to collectors. Many rare examples with descriptions are depicted.
The Standard Bearer. Once again Tran Duy Ly has provided the clock collecting fraternity an opportunity to more fully knowledgeable and appreciate another important early American Clock Manufacturer. No one has contributed more to the field of Horology publishing than Tran. The publication of Volume 2, 2nd edition of Waterbury Clocks and Watches can now be added to the long list of successful publications on clocks by Tran Duy Ly. This is an outstanding book that encompasses a vast wealth of additional information on the Waterbury Clock Company as well as the added bonus of 30 pages of unknown regulators. When combined with Volume 1, they will serve as the foremost reference source for this American manufacturer and should become an essential addition to every clock collectors' library.
The Arlington Book Company and Tran Duy Ly have not been resting on their laurels, but rather have been at work updating and improving previous publications. First to arrive was the much improved and expanded SETH THOMAS book. Soon on its heels came the ANSONIA book with its encyclopedic range. It has been 11 years since the original WATERBURY book was published. Many received it as a gift by the hosts of the Denver National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors Convention. Since my original copy is well dog-eared, a new volume is welcome.
Included in the new 2001 edition of WATERBURY CLOCKS & WATCHES is 20 pages of useful information compiled by noted authority, Chris Bailey, detailing the history of the Waterbury Clock Company from its formation to its present-day successor, Timex.
Along with a greatly expanded WATERBURY book, Tran has provided a much needed price update. The new book is a cornucopia of information not shown in his original Waterbury book. Tran shares with the clock community his unique skill in presenting this information in a form that is simple to use, and informative to both the novice and seasoned collector. As in the past, this book contains information garnered from many sources including original literature and advice from renowned horological experts.
Tran's books have become the standard of the industry. A savvy buyer or seller of clocks using these books is more knowledgeable thanks to his untiring efforts in support of the hobby. With the advent of the Internet, as a means of buying and selling clocks, this type of information will become more in demand as the public tries to satisfy its appetite for a reliable source of reference. I would not place an eBay bid without consulting a thorough reference such as this.
As a long time collector, I have made use of Tran's books to help in the identification and pricing of my clocks and am indebted to him for providing the necessary information to help make a sound decision when buying or selling. Make use of this fine new WATERBURY book and its additional information and along with other associated publications by the Arlington Book Company, you will soon discover these books are a must for your horological library.
Here is yet another clocks volume from this tireless and keen horological publisher, Tran Duy Ly.
The main body of this book consists of a new and revised, updated and extended version of a publication from the same publisher of about ten years back, which comprised illustrations from the original catalogues of the Waterbury Clock Company, and which now includes (dare we say?) all the known examples. The illustrations are sharp and clear, include the brief basic description with each, are sorted into sections of certain types of clock (such as Alarm Clocks, Figure Clocks, etc.), and more over are indexed comprehensively. A separate inserted section contains a price guide to each example, intended to represent the price you would expect to have to pay for such a clock, not what you might expect to sell it for.
This new edition includes a history of the Waterbury Clock Company by Chris Bailey and a very sensible section by Tran Duy Ly called "Important Tips" being advice on the important features of these clocks, especially in regard to assessing the condition, which is vital buying, selling and collecting them. I had not previously realised just what a vast number of models were made by Waterbury, nor had I appreciated that some of these clocks I have noticed at auctions were Waterbury examples. Some of the rarer models have prices which are interestingly high, some into the thousands of dollars - high enough to make us keep our eyes open in future.
There is a short section on Blinking Eye Clocks by Gregory A. Zemenick, editing was by Larry B. Funk, indexing by Sonya L. Spittler, an Introduction by William Mittelstadt, and a touching facsimile is included of a letter from Bill Simmons, who was so impressed with Tran Duy Ly's publishing efforts over the last twenty-five years (is it really be so long?) that he gave him his entire collection of rare original catalogues.
The page size is eleven inches by nine, the book is in hardback glossy coated, contains just short of 600 pages, and is a massive source of information. If these clocks are within your area of interest, you've just got to buy it.


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PM Imran Khan embarks on three-day official visit to US
During the visit, Prime Minister Khan and President Trump would have wide-ranging interaction at the White House on July 22, covering bilateral and regional matters. The Prime Minister will also be meeting prominent members of the U.S. Congress, corporate leaders.
Prime Minister Imran Khan early on Saturday flew to the United States on a three-day official visit, as he was invited by US President Donald Trump.
According to a statement issued by Foreign Office, this would be the first summit-level engagement between Pakistan and the United States since both leaders assumed their respective offices.
Prime Minister Khan and President Trump would have wide-ranging interaction at the White House on July 22, covering bilateral and regional matters. The PM will also be meeting prominent members of the US Congress, corporate leaders and opinion makers as well as members of the Pakistani diaspora.
The premier will highlight Pakistan's policy of "peaceful neighborhood" aimed at resolving disputes through dialogue and promoting the vision of peace, progress and prosperity in South Asia and beyond.
US President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Imran Khan at the White House, according to a statement by White House Press Secretary.
The visit will focus on strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and the United States and to bring peace, stability, and economic prosperity to the region.
Trump and Khan will discuss a range of issues, including counterterrorism, defense, energy, and trade, with the goal of creating the conditions for a peaceful South Asia and an enduring partnership between the two countries.
Nawaz to undergo cardiac procedure next week in London
Pakistan condemns Modi's 'irresponsible, war-mongering' remarks
New Karachi eatery sells 'fish from the sea straight to your plate'
No legitimate role of governor in appointing Sindh police chief: Murtaza Wahab
Pakistan calls for formation of Palestinian state according to pre-1967 borders
Tezgam fire that took over 70 lives caused by short circuit, not cylinder explosion
PM Imran directs ministries to fast-track CPEC projects
Four Pakistani students in China diagnosed with coronavirus: Dr Zafar Mirza
Sindh IGP to be posted as secretary narcotics: report
Transfer of Sindh police officials was illegal, rules SHC
IHC issues notice to Faisal Vawda in dual nationality case
Watch: UK envoy talks about his love for Pakistani foods, cities in Urdu


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A Glance at Scoring MSA Science.
MSA Science Scoring Process Students take the MSA science test. Field test things experience rangefinding. Scoring materials are created utilizing rangefinding reactions. Scoring chiefs set up a Scoring Guide, 2 Training Sets, 3 Qualifying Sets, and Validity Sets. Scoring happens at the vendor's site in Jacksonville, FL.
Each reaction is perused by two scorers. On the off chance that they differ by more than 1 score point a third read is done (0-2; 1-3) Scoring executives and group pioneers read behind all scorers. MSDE scoring staff are nearby all through scoring venture. Legitimacy papers are sent through to perusers as a check to make sure that all scorers are on target.
Score Level 0 There is confirmation that the understudy has no comprehension of the inquiry or issue. The reaction is totally off base or unessential or there is no reaction.
Score Level 1 There is confirmation in this reaction that the understudy has insignificant comprehension of the inquiry or issue. The supporting exploratory confirmation is insignificant. The reaction gives almost no amalgamation of data, for example, information, reason impact connections, or other gathered confirmation. The exact utilization of investigative phrasing may not be available in the reaction. An application, if endeavored, is minimal.* *	On the Maryland School Assessment, the utilization of an idea to a commonsense issue or true circumstance will be scored when it is needed in the reaction and asked for in the thing stem.
Score Level 2 There is proof in this reaction that the understudy has a general comprehension of the inquiry or issue. The supporting logical proof is for the most part finish with some mix of investigative ideas, standards, and/or abilities. The reaction mirrors a few blend of data, for example, information, reason impact connections, or other gathered confirmation. The precise utilization of exploratory wording is available in the reaction.
A use of the idea to a handy issue or genuine circumstance uncovers a general comprehension of the logical standards. * On the Maryland School Assessment, the use of an idea to a functional issue or certifiable circumstance will be scored when it is needed in the reaction and asked for in the thing stem.
Score Level 3 There is confirmation in this reaction that the understudy has a full and complete comprehension of the inquiry or issue. The supporting investigative confirmation is finished and exhibits a full combination of exploratory ideas, standards, and/or abilities. The reaction mirrors a complete blend of data, for example, information, reason impact connections, or other gathered proof. The exact utilization of investigative wording reinforces the reaction.
A powerful use of the idea to a reasonable issue or true circumstance uncovers a complete comprehension of the experimental principles.* * On the Maryland School Assessment, the use of an idea to a down to earth issue or genuine circumstance will be scored when it is needed in the reaction and asked for in the thing stem.
Any inquiries regarding the MSA science rubric?
MSA Science Items Grade 5 things depend on the VSC for evaluations 4 and 5 Grade 8 things depend on the VSC for evaluations 6, 7, or 8 BCR things will dependably have some sort of boost or specialized section Students must address the all-encompassing inquiry. Slugs assist understudies with tending to the overall inquiry Answer spaces are once in a while isolated to assist understudies with sorting out their reaction.
Score = 0 Before the properties are blend they have diverse sorts of sodium and distinctive chyrod (on the off chance that it had any chyrod in it). It simply had diverse foundations. After the properties are blend they sort of have the same sorts of sodium, however in the meantime, this blender makes an alternate beverage (not that anybody would drink it).
Score = 0 Before the properties were blended they were simply water, sugar and beverage blend. After you blend all that you get another drink.
Score = 1 Were dry and fine. After they were blended with water, they broke down halfway Are broken down mostly and are no more powder. They are wet precious stones and give the water flavor.
Score = 1 The motivation behind why plants and creatures vie for water is on account of they need it to survive, and there isn't enough precipitation. The sagebrush, and Prickly Pear desert plant depend on the rat. The rat, reptile, and snake seek the raptor and Badger. Likewise the reptile rivals the rat for the snake.
Score = 1 The creatures that go after the same nourishment source are that the snake and the badger vie for rodents and reptiles. The raptor eats everything. The plants and creatures go after nourishment on the grounds that that is the manner by which they develop, get their supplements and replicate.
Score = 2 On Earth, every living thing, wether plants or creatures, need water to survive. This is particularly vital in the desert where water is rare. The raptor can get the rsources it needs simpler than whatever other creature in its surroundings on the grounds that it is not the prey of any creature. Alternate creatures should likewise contend with one another to acquire sustenance. Badgers, snakes, and raptors, for instance, all eat rodents, but since the raptor is at the highest point of its evolved way of life, it is well on the way to ge that rat.
Score = 3 Animals in this biological system seek assets. Most importantly, the plants and creatures all need to seek water, without water, living beings can\'t survive. Second, creatures of distinctive species must contend foor sustenance. The snake, badger, and the raptor all must contend to eat the rat and the rodent. The raptor and the badger must contend to eat the snake. There is likewise rivalry between creatures of the same species. For instance, the greater part of the raptors must go up against one another for the rodents, snakes, and reptiles. In each biological system, every creature must contend to survive.
What is the issue inquiring? 1.B.1.b Offer purposes behind discoveries Requires a clarification of WHY the normal times are diverse for the two items. To achieve this, the shots request data about the examination, mistakes in examination, how slips influence result, and how examination can be moved forward.
Score = 0 The blunders in this examination isn\'t right. These slips influenced the out come in light of the fact that for the round shape they ought to have included the mass and the tallness it dropped. The examination ought to be enhanced by including the mass and the tallness the formed dropped and, by separating what number of numbers there is and the numbers you indicated get the answer.
Score = 1 The normal times to fall were diverse in light of the fact that one article is round and the other is a rectangular and a question that is round can roll the quickest and a rectangular will just slid.


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Q: How can I extract values from a dataframe or filter based on some criteria in Python? I have a data frame with extracted values from some files. How can I filter or extract the first two rows of data after the value u in col 1. The col 1 value will have a range of 80 that I want to capture after the value u. The value u might be two or three files after a new filex in col 0 or none at all as shown below in file3.
    0          1          2       3
0   file1   value u     file1   value u
1   file1   value u     file1   value u
2   file1   value 85    file1   th_v 5
3   file1   value 10    file1   th_v 2
4   file1   value 10    file1   th_v 4
5   file1   value 88    file1   th_v 4
6   file2   value u     file2   value u
7   file2   value 88    file2   th_v 7
8   file2   value 2     file2   th_v 4
9   file2   value 88    file2   th_v 3
10  file2   value 0     file2   th_v 1
11  file3   value 89    file3   th_v 5
12  file3   value 2     file3   th_v 5
13  file3   value 4     file3   th_v 1

output:
         0          1         2       3
    0   file1   value 85    file1   th_v 5
    1   file1   value 10    file1   th_v 2
    2   file2   value 88    file2   th_v 7
    3   file2   value 2     file2   th_v 4
    4   file3   value 89    file3   th_v 5
    5   file3   value 2     file3   th_v 5

A: If same pattern of data (same groups of file columns and same ends of values columns) for pairs of columns is possible test if last value is numeric and then GroupBy.head:
df = df[df[1].str.contains('\d$')].groupby(0).head(2)

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Opposition to Obama war request grows
By Mike Lillis - 02/13/15 06:00 AM EST
Congressional resistance to President Obama Barack Hussein ObamaWhat does the Preamble to the Constitution have to do with Build Back Better? White House underscores action amid violent crime streak Biden frustration with Fox News breaks through surface MORE's new war powers request has ballooned, with a growing number of lawmakers on both sides of the aisle vowing to oppose it.
Conservative hawks are attacking from the right, saying the authority Obama requests would too tightly restrict the Pentagon. Liberal Democrats are attacking from the left, contending the limits are too loose to preclude another prolonged ground war.
Some say there's no compromise in sight.
"Congress, since World War II, has never failed to take an opportunity to duck responsibility when it comes to military deployment," said Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.), who opposes Obama's proposal. "If past is prologue, I don't think it'll change this time, either."
The issue has flipped the partisan politics of recent years on their head, with Republicans — who are suing the White House over alleged executive overreach — wanting to grant the administration more power. Democrats, who have backed Obama's executive actions, want to apply more formal checks on their ally in the White House.
"Congress cannot vote on good intentions," Rep. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) told CNN Thursday. "We're voting on what's written on the page of the law."
From a practical standpoint, a failure of Congress to enact Obama's proposal, known as an authorization for use of military force (AUMF), would have little immediate effect. The president has long-maintained that an AUMF passed in 2001 already grants him the authority to take on ISIS, and U.S. forces have done so in both Iraq and Syria since last summer.
Politically, however, Obama's new proposal shifts the burden on Congress to weigh in formally on parameters governing the conflict after months of vocal criticisms — largely from GOP leaders — that Congress has been left out of the debate.
Speaker John Boehner John Andrew BoehnerDemocrats eager to fill power vacuum after Pelosi exit Stopping the next insurrection Biden, lawmakers mourn Harry Reid MORE (R-Ohio) said Thursday that Obama "did the right thing" in asking Congress for the new authority, but suggested the proposal is far too limiting to win his support.
"The president has tied his own hands and wants to tie his hands even further with the authorization that he's sent up here," Boehner said in a press briefing. "The president should have the flexibility to fight this war wherever it is. As simple as that."
At a hearing of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Thursday to examine Obama's proposal, a number of Republicans echoed Boehner's concerns.
Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) said he wants all military options on the table so ISIS fighters will "sleep with one eye open because they fear" U.S. special forces might sweep in and put "a round of lead between their eyes."
And Rep. Matt Salmon (R-Ariz.) called for an AUMF that "gives maximum flexibility to our generals."
"I can't imagine Franklin D. Roosevelt standing up before the American people and say, 'Here's what I'm not going to do against the Japanese' " Salmon said.
Many Democrats are no more pleased with Obama's proposal — but for decidedly different reasons.
The liberals contend a provision to bar "enduring offensive ground combat operations" is too vague and could allow for U.S. troops to be sent into the field.
"We really need much more specificity," said Rep. Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.).
The Democrats are also voicing concerns that the proposal, while repealing the 2002 AUMF that authorized military force in Iraq, leaves the 2001 AUMF intact. Many are hoping to retire the 2001 resolution on the same three-year timeline included in Obama's new ISIS proposal.
"Otherwise, you're spending an awful lot of time trying to design the framework for the [ISIS] effort, sort of trying to arrange the front door while you're leaving the back door wide open," Van Hollen said.
Other Democrats are criticizing the absence of geographic restrictions, while still others are wary that the enemies targeted in the proposal — defined as ISIS militants "or associated persons or forces" — are too broadly defined.
"This is like whack-a-mole," said Rep. Alcee Hastings (D-Fla.), another opponent of Obama's proposal.
Amid the debate, congressional leaders in both parties say they're hopeful the sides can reach a compromise and get a new authorization bill to Obama's desk.
"I would hope that we could find common ground to have bipartisan support for how we protect and defend the American people," House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi Nancy PelosiHouse leaders unveil bill to boost chip industry, science competitiveness with China Pelosi says she will run for reelection in 2022 Hoyer says 'significant' version of Build Back Better will pass this year MORE (D-Calif.) told reporters Thursday.
Still, all sides are quick to acknowledge the high hurdles they face.
"This," said Foreign Affairs Chairman Ed Royce (R-Calif.), "won't be easy."
— Kristina Wong contributed.
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Sri Lanka's most digitally innovative bank HNB PLC announced the launch of a new support services platform to drive scalable Exports and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions to meet the requirements and aspirations of Sri Lanka's burgeoning Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) sector.
The launch of both new platforms were formalised of MOUs signed between HNB and with Bileeta (Pvt) Ltd – an establishment specialized in providing ERP for SMEs – and 27th Lane Hub (Pvt) Ltd – a firm which serves as a vibrant portal for the introduction of export opportunities for Sri Lankan SMEs across Germany and the European Union.
"Today's MOU between these two respected companies and HNB represents an important milestone for our nation's SMEs. Over the years we have consistently worked to empower these enterprises with access to finance and other vital support services.
The addition of ERP solutions and export access is therefore another bold advancement that we are confident will open up new avenues for rapid growth and development of Sri Lankan SMEs," HNB Deputy General Manager- SME & Midmarket, Jude Fernando stated. said.
"The 'Intuition' ERP software introduced by Bileeta (Pvt) ltd will further expand SME technological capabilities by narrowing down the complexities of daily operations to a click of a button.
Meanwhile HNB's partnership with the 27th Lane Hub (Pvt) Ltd unveils widespread export opportunities for export indigenous products, food products and many more. The advisory services provided to support the value chain development of the product or service creation, Support for obtaining certifications/Standards for German markets, Fair trade, packaging ideas are other benefits the potential exporters would enjoy.
"What is unique at HNB is that we don't concentrate solely on financing established, ongoing businesses. Instead, we work to identify people from the grass root level upwards and reach out to them individually to understand their requirements and support their growth through the delivery of microfinance services that are augmented with extensive advisory services to ensure that these businesses are assured of a sustainable growth trajectory," he explained.
The bank continues to place a substantial emphasis on bolstering financial awareness through the hosting of regional workshops that educate SME owners and other entrepreneurs on economic trends, growth opportunities in the micro and SME sector, and provide guidance on adapting cutting edge technologies to drive improved business performance.
HNB's emphasis on developing Sri Lanka's SME sector continued at a strong pace through 2018. During the year, the bank launched a specialised SME Business card facility, and SME export loan schemes in partnership with the Export Development Board, in addition to hosting numerous financial and business training workshops across the island.
Operating across 251 branches island-wide HNB today stands as Sri Lanka's largest, most successful and most innovative private sector commercial bank. The bank continues to win local and international accolades in recognition of its outstanding efforts in building a new paradigm of digitally empowered banking in Sri Lanka.
Since making its first appearance on the prestigious Banker Magazine's list of Top 1,000 banks, HNB has today soared the top of the list among Sri Lankan banks in addition to being recognized as Bank of the Year 2018 and being awarded Best Retail Bank in Sri Lanka for the 10th time at the Asian Banker Awards.
HNB also stands as the most profitable private banking group in the country, maintaining a strong and growing presence across retail, corporate and Micro and SME sectors, extending cutting edge banking and financial services to a wide range of clients.
HNB's leadership in technology was most recently recognized with the Bank's ATM network being awarded the 'Best ATM Network of the Year' at the Lanka Pay Technovation Awards 2017. Additionally, HNB was also awarded Best SME Bank, Best Digital Bank and Best Cash Management Bank at the Asiamoney Country Awards while the International Finance Magazine presented HNB with the award for Most Innovative Microfinance Bank in Sri Lanka.
HNB also stands as the first local Bank in Sri Lanka to receive an international rating on par with the sovereign from Moody's Investor Services while maintaining a national long term rating of AA – (lka) from Fitch Ratings Lanka Ltd.