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Maria Konnikova is the author of Mastermind and The Confidence Game. She is a regular contributing writer for The New Yorker, and has written for the Atlantic, the New York Times, Slate, the New Republic, the Paris Review, the Wall Street Journal, Salon, the Boston Globe, the Scientific American MIND, WIRED, and Smithsonian. Maria graduated from Harvard University and received her Ph.D. in Psychology from Columbia University.
"Konnikova... is an insightful analyst of the dark art of the scam."
-New York Times Book Review
"An unnerving manual for conning and getting conned."
-Washington Post
"[An] excellent study of Con Artists, stories & the human need to believe"
-Neil Gaiman, via Twitter
"Melding pop social science and potted history, the science writer transcends the genre of Gladwell by drilling down into situations where our instincts lead us horribly astray - and right into the arms of swindlers. The surreal and often codependent relationship between grifter and griftee is disturbingly common, no matter how sophisticated its victims think they are, from Bernie Madoff's worldly dupes to everyone who ever cheered Lance Armstrong."
-Vulture
"A brisk, engaging overview of the ways these skilled tricksters masterfully manipulate us to their own ends."
"Blending news accounts with first-person published narratives, public records, and original interviews, Konnikova dissects the techniques of some of the world's most successful con artists. A page-turner, this book provides plenty of insight about them and about us, their targets."
-Psychology Today
"A fascinating look at the psychology behind every hustle, from Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme to a three-card-monte game...Ms Konnikova tells of hucksters masquerading as doctors, royals or moguls, all armed with a gifted imagination, a silver tongue and an ability to size people up."
--The Economist
"Victims of cons, she argues, aren't just the foolish and the ignorant. They're often regular people who happen to be desperate or emotionally compromised by their circumstances. For leaders, who largely pride themselves on being rational, strategic thinkers, the deception Konnikova's research warns us about begins with that very emotion: pride....Leaders who get fooled are the ones who first manage to fool themselves."
--Fast Company
"A thrilling psychological detective story investigating how con artists, the supreme masterminds of malevolent reality-manipulation, prey on our propensity for believing what we wish were true and how this illuminates the inner workings of trust and deception in our everyday lives."
--Maria Popova, Brain Pickings
"With meticulous research and a facility for storytelling, Konnikova makes this intriguing topic absolutely riveting."
-Kirkus, Starred review
"Told with vigor and enthusiasm, this study of the psychology of the con artist is riveting and cleverly told."
-Publishers Weekly, Starred review
"In the Confidence Game, Konnikova plumbs the psychology and chemistry of why we all fall so readily for scams and cons-and why, thanks to the "Lake Wobegon Effect" and other forces, having fallen once, we're even more susceptible the next time. It's a startling and disconcerting read that should make you think twice every time a friend of a friend offers you the opportunity of a lifetime. But you won't think twice. You'll still succumb, because that's how we're all wired. And here's the irony-the smarter you think you are, the more readily you'll fall, which is why New Yorkers are some of the easiest marks. (Clients of Bernie Madoff, we're talking about you.) If you liked Malcolm Gladwell's Blink, you'll love this lucid and revelatory look into our oh-so-susceptible selves."
-Erik Larson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dead Wake and bestselling author of Devil in the White City
"The story of the con artist may be unmatched for combining human interest with insight into human nature, and star psychology writer Maria Konnikova explains their wiles to us with her characteristic clarity, flair, and depth."
-Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and author of How the Mind Works and The Sense of Style.
"In this remarkable book, Maria Konnikova shows that human beings are hardwired to believe-often to our peril. And with a deft mix of stories and studies, she explores what that means for how we think and, ultimately, who we are. Deeply researched and elegantly written, The Confidence Game will widen your eyes and sharpen your mind."
-Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive and To Sell Is Human
"As an ambassador to AARP's Fraud Watch Network which educates its members on protecting themselves from confidence games and scams, I found The Confidence Game an excellent resource. The best way to protect oneself from the confidence man is to understand the mind and motivation of the con man."
-Frank W. Abagnale, subject of the movie, book, and Broadway musical Catch Me If You Can
"I really love Maria Konnikova's writing. In a world of pseudoscience-of extreme polemical thought-her calm rationality is comforting and smart. I appreciate and believe her."
-Jon Ronson, author of So You've Been Publicly Shamed
"Maria Konnikova has written a compelling, engrossing account of the world of the con. I stayed up far too late reading it. Beautifully written, and filled with stories and thought-provoking psychological research, The Confidence Game will teach you how confidence artists operate-and how to outwit them."
-Charles Duhigg, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and author of The Power of Habit
"What magic takes place when a smooth-talking stranger convinces you to part with everything you have? Maria Konnikova is a superb storyteller and her tales of conmen and their victims will blow your mind. This is a brilliant and often unsettling book, and it leaves me with mixed feelings-I'd like everyone to read it, but at the same time, it scares me to think of it falling into the wrong hands."
-Paul Bloom, Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Professor of Psychology, Yale University, and author of Just Babies.
"An enthralling read about why we're all vulnerable to deception, by one of the truly gifted social science writers of our time. This book shook my confidence in my ability to detect fraud-and then showed me how to improve my skills."
-Adam Grant, Wharton professor and New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take and Originals
"Short of making cynicism your overriding philosophy, the surest safety might be to understand the workings of the con man as he understands you. Understand his psychology, his motivation, his tricks, and his games. Konnikova's book promises to make life just a little bit harder for con artists everywhere."
-The New Republic
-The Washington Post
"Brilliant and enthralling. By plumbing the depths of real stories of swindlers and their victims, and by drawing on new research into the nature of deception, she does more than just show in riveting detail how these cons unfold; she also reveals their hidden psychological dimensions, and why we all may be perfect mark."
-David Grann, author of The Lost City of Z
"In The Confidence Game, Maria Konnikova has created an enthralling read about con men. But it's about so much more: trust, belief, and deception at their most basic and human levels. If you think you're above becoming an unwitting player in the confidence game, you'll think again by the end."
-David Epstein, author of The Sports Gene
"The most thoughtful and thought-provoking book ever written on cons, and I've not only read most of them but I've also been conned. Marvelous and important."
-Michael Shermer, publisher of Skeptic magazine, author of Why People Believe Weird Things and The Believing Brain
"A gripping examination of exactly why so many of us are such suckers for schemes that shut down our saner instincts."-Vice
"One of the best science writers of our time examines the minds, motives, and methods of con artists-and the people who fall for their cons."-Forbes
"Konnikova covers wide-ranging studies in social psychology and illustrates them with colorful stories about real-life con men and women in action."-New York Magazine
"A deep (and entertaining) dive into the world of con artists."-Time.com
"It turns out there's a lot to be learned about human nature. And Konnikova...is an insightful analyst."-Economic Times
"An engaging read . . . A subtle yet powerful reminder that the con man isn't solely a shadowy grifter but as ubiquitous and common as the little white lies we tell our friends and family."-Los Angeles Review of Books
"Melding pop social science and potted history, science writer Maria Konnikova transcends the Gladwell genre by drilling down into situations where our instincts lead us horribly astray-and into the arms of swindlers."-New York Magazine
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Warren drops out of US presidential race without endorsing another candidate
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Mar 5 2020, 11:20 am
Notifying media and her constituents this morning, Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren announced the suspension of her 2020 presidential campaign.
Super Tuesday came and went this week, and with it, we saw a shake-up in the bid to be the Democratic nominee for president. Not only did Joe Biden make an impressive comeback against Bernie Sanders, but the Democratic presidential nominee pool went from six vying candidates to now just two.
Warren's campaign suspension arrives on the heels of former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg also pulling-out, as well as exits by Amy Klobuchar, Tom Steyer, and Pete Buttigieg.
Speaking to the media outside of her Massachusetts home this morning, an emotional Warren said "one of the hardest parts of this is all those pinky promises, and all those little girls who are going to have to wait four more years," when asked what she would say to all of the women and girls who are now left with two white men as candidates.
As for making her endorsement of either remaining front-runners, Warren told the press "Not today. I need some space around this, and want to take a little time to think a little more."
When pushed about whether it may be coming, Warren only remarked, "Not right now."
"I'm delighted to have been here, and honored to have had this chance," Warren added. In response to questions regarding her hope and pride, Warren called a request to speak on sexism in the election process a "trap question for all women." Stating that if a woman brings it up everyone calls them a "whiner" and if you were to say that there was no sexism "about a billion women would think what planet are you on?"
"I promise you this, I will have a lot more to say on that subject later on."
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Looking ahead, the lack of immediate and specific support announced could muddle things moving through the remaining primaries. As the country heaves towards this fall's presidential election, a confused and split Democratic Party could easily prove to become a weak warrior against the Republican Party and Donald Trump.
Coming up next, six states will hold their Democratic primaries, alongside five of those states also holding Republican primaries.
March 10 will see Idaho, Michigan, Mississipi, Missouri, North Dakota, and Washington states hit the polls.

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ARS scientists have developed a more efficient way to test for Marek's disease and a new vaccine, called CVRM2, to protect chickens against the viruses that cause it. Click the image for more information about it.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists have found a way to make it easier to detect two serious poultry diseases by modifying an already available test.
The two diseases, avian reticuloendotheliosis and Marek's disease, are highly contagious and can cause cancer-like diseases, production losses and death in birds. Marek's disease usually affects young adult chickens, while reticuloendotheliosis infects chickens as well as other poultry—turkeys, ducks, geese and quail.
Diagnosing diseases involves taking tissue from the bird's affected organs, preserving it, and identifying the virus by microscopic examination, which most laboratories are equipped to do. However, if a definitive diagnosis cannot be reached, fresh or frozen tissue from affected birds must be obtained and sent to the laboratory for further testing.
The modified PCR allows diagnostic laboratories to extract virus DNA from preserved tissues to detect the two diseases. It offers an effective alternative to current cumbersome biological and molecular tests that require frozen or fresh tissue samples, according to Fadly. In addition, there is no need to rush more expensive frozen tissues to laboratories. That's because samples are preserved in formalin, a cheap, readily available solid. Samples preserved in formalin can be shipped by ground mail, making the process less expensive.
In other research, ADOL scientists are developing vaccines to help prevent the spread of Marek's and other avian diseases. They have developed a new vaccine, called CVRM2, which effectively protects chickens against Marek's disease viruses. ARS recently approved a license agreement with a private company to make CVRM2 into a commercial vaccine.
ARS is USDA's principal intramural scientific research agency, and this research supports the USDA's priority of promoting international food security.


Liv-ex boss says fine wine storage Vine could be 'game-changer': Liv-ex managing director James Miles reckons the company's fine wine storage concept Vine could be a "game-changer", dramatically lowering the costs and risks of trading.
Brazilian wines are all set for mainstream distribution across the UK ahead of the World Cup: Wines of Brasil is looking to galvanise support for its wines in the UK on the back of this summer's World Cup with new marketing and promotional campaigns.
Whyte & Mackay could sell for as high as £450m next week: Rothschild, Rabobank and Standard Chartered are the investment banks that have been formally appointed to run the sale of Whyte & Mackay by Diageo, which is set to begin next week and could sell for as much £450m.
Jacob's Creek struggles as Pernod Ricard returns slight increase in half year sales: Pernod Ricard saw a slight sales increase in the UK, but said Jacob's Creek struggled in a wine market that is "highly sensitive to promotion" in the first half of the year.
Rupert Berkmann of Berkmann Wine Cellars: The managing director of Berkmann Wine Cellars, joined the family company 10 years ago. At the company's 50th anniversary tasting he talks to Anne Krebiehl about the firm and his vision.
Benoît Gouez of Moët & Chandon: Moët & Chandon launches the 2006 vintage of Moët Grand Vintage and Giles Fallowfield talks to chief winemaker Benoît Gouez about the wine, the vintage and his philosophy on vintage Champagne at Moët.
This week Jane Awty talks about the weather in Somerset and the affects on the vineyards and Douglas Blyde takes us to dinner in Cognac.
Jane Awty of Oatley Vineyards in Cannington, near Bridgwater, Somerset tells us how the incessant rain is affecting the vines.
Douglas Blyde takes a gastronomic tour through Cognac with Eaux de Vie.


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Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Comes To An End After Almost 8 Years
After having a successful run on television for years, Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. ended on Wednesday with a two-hour series finale.
Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Comes To An End After Almost 8 Years (Photo Credit: Instagram/Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.)
First aired on September 24, 2013, the last episode of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. aired on August 8, 2020. Almost eight years ago, the husband-and-wife writing duo – Jed Whedon and Maurissa Tancharoen along with Jed's older brother Joss were having a pitch meeting at a sushi restaurant in Los Angeles with two Marvel Television executives. The trio was discussing their latest idea – a TV show set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe about the fictional Marvel Comics agency S.H.I.E.L.D.
The Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement and Logistics Division is dedicated to investigating the paranormal and supernatural in the MCU. The series was centred around one of the film's character – Agent Phil Coulson (Clark Gregg).
After having a successful run on television for years, Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. ended on Wednesday with a two-hour series finale. This 8 year-long run seems wonderful owing to its rough debut in 2013. Some issues initially faced included critics wanting flashier connections to Marvel cinema as well as the show having to operate in the shadow of the movies that were released at the same time.
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Talking about the main characters in the show Jed said, "We knew that our show would be character-focused, about getting to know these people, and slowly building a team that becomes a family."
Halfway through the series, the show began reinventing itself, with new characters travelling through space, time and alternative realities. Once this was incorporated, the series started to soar even higher. Said Jed Whedon. "We could just make up our own stories. It was liberating."
In the final season, S.H.I.E.L.D. agents moved through time with a pit stop in the 1980s.
Even though season seven doesn't rank among the series' best, Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is one of the most successful science fiction superhero television has had to offer.
In a phone interview with New York Times on Monday, Tancharoen and Jed Whedon recalled the last day of shooting the series saying, "On the last day, we went over to see the last shot, and Chloe Bennet sat down with tears in her eyes. She joined the show [as Skye/Daisy/Quake] when she was 20 years old, she grew up on it, and now it was ending. It was so bittersweet. There was a lump in our throats at every turn."
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英文摘要: Virus pellet containing enveloped virions was obtained by treating the polyhedra isolated from the silkworm, Bombyx mori, reared in Taiwan, first with 0.05 M NaCl + 0.008 M Na2C03 (pH 10.5) for 5 min, followed by 0.025 M NaCl + 0.08 M Na2COa (pH 11) for 1 hr, and then by centrifuging at 40,000 g for 30 min. Electron micrographs showed that the pellet contains numerous rod-shaped virions, measuring ca. 70-80 x 300-350 nm. This observation revealed that the polydedrosis virus infecting the silkworms of Taiwan was a type of nuclear polyhedrosis virus (NPV). Further purification of the virus particles was found satisfactory by ultracentrifugation at 57,700 g for 40 min. through a 20-40% (w/v) sucrose gradient. Three white bands, which contain either enveloped virions and naked virus particles or naked virus particles only, were formed in the gradient, providing a useful technique for purifying the silkworm NPV.


PWGC welcomes Henfling; Announces Multiple Promotions - P.W. Grosser Consulting, Inc.
P.W. Grosser Consulting, Inc. (PWGC) is proud to announce the hiring of William Henfling, as a Staff Engineer. In this role, Mr. Henfling will assist PWGC's Engineering Division in the further development of the firm's myriad of engineering efforts in the New York Tri-State region.
Mr. Henfling will be based at PWGC's newly expanded Bohemia base of operations where he will enhance the development of PWGC's engineering efforts related to civil/site and water resources.
The hard work, dedication and commitment not only in 2018 year, but also their cumulative years at PWGC resulted in their well-deserved promotions.


I am still in the "goal setting" mind-frame right now. Some of them are personal, some are fitness oriented, and some are just plain old finance goals. December was awesome! So much time with family, great food, and a few splurges here and there. Now that January is well underway, I am being creative with getting a little more homey and budget-wise. I am not legit pioneering or anything, but I have been using my crockpot more and eating out way less. That includes my caffeine addiction! I have always assumed that I needed a fancy steam frother or Aeropress to make my lattes at home, but I am here to tell you that is not the case. All you need is a jar and a microwave! This is such a crazy simple way to save a few bucks in the New Year.
A little bit of furious shaking is good for some giggles! Pretend you are playing maracas, or you are getting some actual upper body workout (bahahaha). It actually doesn't take long to agitate the milk until it is almost twice in volume. Just make sure that you are using nonfat or low fat milk for the best results, and only fill your jar up half-way or less.
Then, just remove the lid and pop it into the microwave for 30 seconds.
The foam will have miraculously stabilized into a spoonable consistency without some fancy frother! For a cappuccino, just use the foam…but for a latte, use some of the hot milk before topping of with the luscious foam. Feel free to give a dusting of cinnamon or cocoa for a happy barista touch.
Whether you are pinching pennies, or just want to be the sweetest host for your house guests, making lattes at home is wonderfully simplistic. Simplistic and delicious! I am ready to try this technique with some of my homemade almond milk.
Save some money in the New Year by making your latte at home! No special equipment is needed. Just a microwave and a mason jar!
Pour your milk into a mason jar. Close up the lid and shake it up vigorously. It will get bubbly pretty quickly. Shake until it about doubles in size, which is for about a minute. You will get the best results using nonfat or low fat milk, and not whole milk like you may think.
Remove the lid and place the jar in the microwave, heating it for 30 seconds. The delicate foam will have stabilized into thick, spoonable foam! Top your coffee and enjoy!


This painting depicts SS Normandie in mid-ocean, 1935, her amply flared bow rising up dramatically from the waves. Fully illustrated is the striking whaleback and cutwater, which enabled this innovative ship to maintain speed in even the worst weather.
A record breaker, her impressive speed immediately won her the coveted blue ribbon on this, her first transatlantic voyage. The following year would witness the arrival of the Queen Mary, whose speed, although equivalent, required 45,000 more horsepower than the technologically precocious Normandie. A rivalry emerged that was to last for years as they parried; the blue ribbon being passed back and forth as they sequentially broke their own speed records.
Tragically, the SS Normandie was destroyed in 1942 while undergoing conversion to a troop ship. Suspicious circumstances and incompetence may have shared a role in her demise. She has earned immortality, however, in her famous elegant curves, now recognizable throughout the world as the embodiment of nautical grace.
Click here to view the side-view painting of SS Normandie at Sea.


In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat, sauté the leek in butter and olive oil until soft.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the asparagus and mushrooms.
Meanwhile, boil some water (I tend to do this in the microwave) and wilt the spinach leaves.
Wring dry, being sure to get rid of the excess moisture.
Chop the leaves, and add the spinach to the rest of the vegetables and sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites, 1 cup Fontina cheese, 1/8 cup Parmesan, seasonings, and the fresh herbs.
Add to sauté pan, sprinkle with remaining cheeses, and bake for about 35 minutes until edges are golden brown and eggs are set.
I like serving this with a quickly assembled sauce of jarred pizza sauce mixed with some red pepper sauce like Frank's Red Hot Sauce.
Just mix together, heat, and serve.
Jerry Seinfeld once said that a washing machine was like the night club for clothes. I always think of that quote when we have frittatas. Why? Well, frittatas are kind of like the nightclub for vegetables, right? It can get a bit stuffy in the crisper drawer, so its inhabitants need to get out and live a little. Vegetables, fresh herbs, and in this case fungi, each get all primped and pampered, rinsed, peeled, chopped, cleaned up and ready for a night on the town to mingle with the other cleaned up vegetables. They get to dance and sauté and bake together in a cheesy egg mixture. And a good time is had by all.


Your first step in cultivating a successful career within the auto mechanic industry is finding an accredited school. The accreditation is important because it shows you that the auto mechanic classes you take are in compliance with academic guidelines and regulations which ensure that your coursework is standardized.
There are a wide range of certification programs you can take to work in the auto mechanic field, and the requirements or most applicable certifications and licenses may vary from city to city. With this idea in mind, it's advisable for you to look into what certifications requirements may exist at the local level. Certifications can take anywhere from one to two years to complete, and they afford students the opportunity to work in specific areas of the auto mechanic industry. For example, there is a Master Automotive Technician Certificate which enables the student to work as an automotive technician.
At Rogue Community College, students are taught to the highest level and quality of education around. By the time they are ready for graduation of the program, students are incredibly knowledgeable in both the simplicities and complexities of both domestic and foreign vehicles. Students learn the basic components of a car like steering, suspension, brake systems, automatic transmission, manual transmission, heating, cooling, and air conditioning. In addition, students are exposed to more advanced topics like electrical diagnostics and computer-based systems and diagnostics. Students can find many different fulfilling careers out there after graduating the program at Rogue Community College, such as: Automotive Technician, Fleet Mechanic, Automotive Lubricant Technician, Parts Professional, and Technical Apprentice. The possibilities are endless for someone who takes their education seriously and is a high caliber student, like those who pursue their education at Rogue Community College. Enroll today to begin your journey!
Below is a photo of the Table Rock Campus of the Rogue Community College in Oregon.
An auto mechanic who works in the state of Oregon can expect to bring home about $28,000 annually. However, factors such as education, the economy, your employer, and job performance can affect your annual income. It is also important to note that auto mechanics do not have to confine their vocational choices to a traditional job in which they are employed by a car company or shop. They can also opt to work as independent contractors.


Our academy ethos is displayed all around the school and is known as the RAPS. It stands for Responsibility – Aspiration – Perseverance – Success and these are the qualities that we seek to instil in your child throughout their time at our school and when they go out into the wider world.
You will see these ethic words at school events and we would ask to you talk them through with your child and make them part of your conversations with your child when you discuss their progress at school.
The school expects all students to fulfil the expectations laid down in the School Behaviour Policy and via your child's Student Planner.
This Positive Discipline (PD) system looks to combine rewards and sanctions so that students are incentivised to behave respectfully to all of those around them.
We rely on your support in what we do and ask you to accept that we have to set a high bar when we are managing 1,000+ students. We cannot have one rule for one, and another rule for another student. We accept that we do not always get it right, but we ask you to accept that we do get it right on the vast majority of occasions.


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A deposit is normally deducted after the client has confirmed that they wish to accept a booking. If you're booking online you will be asked to 'confirm booking and deduct deposit'.
The amount of the deposit is usually either 8% or 10% of the accommodation cost, depending upon the policy operated by the hotel.
Confirmation of the reservation, together with a receipt for the deposit will be provided by City Centre Hotels by fax, email or post (regular mail). When booking online you will required to print off a copy of the booking confirmation and bring it with you to the hotel as confirmation of booking. A copy is also sent to your email address. You should check your bill on checkout to ensure that the hotel has deducted the deposit from the bill.
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I have a bunch of BlinkMs and an Arduino from an old project and I spent some time with them this weekend. This time, I used Python on a Mac to connect. I learned a little in the process, so I thought I'd share.
1. I used darwinports' Python2.4 and the pyserial library.
2. On the Arduino, I flashed the BlinkMCommunicator code available here.
3. When writing to the BlinkM's eeprom, you need to pause briefly before sending another command.
4. The attached code uses decode("hex"). I'll explain that design choice later.
5. The code assumes you have 3 BlinkM's hooked up to the Arduino with their addresses set as 1, 2 and 3.
print "> Waiting for Arduino."
As I mentioned in the comments over here, getting UIKit to give your app Accelerometer data is pretty straightforward. Here's my sample code that combines the accelerometer howto from the standard iphone hello world app and Erica's slider howto.
Note: Kroo from IRC warns that this technique will only work if the app is launched from launcher or the springboard.
Also: Drunknbass found that you may have to restart springboard before it will work.
And: Check out Erling's code if you want a faster sample rate.


In order to help meet these goals, organizations should replace older calibration equipment with newer, more efficient models. While stated accuracy or uncertainty, are always major considerations in any such purchase, many other factors must be considered to get the best equipment for specific needs. This article examines high-end gaging products.
Also evaluate the unit's style or configuration. Choices include direct reading units, which can make many different measurements within a specific range without remastering, and comparators, which must be remastered for each size to be checked. For example, Pratt & Whitney's new Universal SuperMicrometer® has a direct reading range of 2 inch (50.8 mm) and a total measuring range of up to 11 inch (279 mm). This allows the operator to make many measurements quickly and accurately over a 2 inch [50.8 mm] direct reading range before repositioning the probes. For larger direct reading ranges, laser-based instruments provide direct readings well up to 64 inch (1,635 mm) in length.
Most calibration labs historically have relied on comparators for precision measurements. These units, while relatively inexpensive to purchase, require substantially more labor than direct reading units to operate properly. For example, it's possible to calibrate an 81-piece gage block set in less than one-and-a-half hours using a direct reading unit. This same task can be done in less than eight hours using comparators. The labor cost savings achieved in gage block calibration using this method can fully justify an equipment purchase. In addition, direct reading units reduce the number of masters required. Comparators require a separate master for each value measured; direct reading units only require an upper and a lower limit master to set a range to measure within.
Additionally, users can choose between dedicated internal (ID) or external (OD) machines or those capable of doing both types of measurements. Units that do both offer many advantages. Besides the obvious cost savings associated with eliminating duplicated sensors, technicians must only become proficient with one machine. Combination units also require less bench space and allow one technician to quickly change from making OD to ID measurements.
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Thanks

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I've always thought that Accessorize offers chic & fashionable bag options for every season and a recent visit to their store only served to confirm that. Their spring collection is just lovely and amongst all the beautiful & colorful designs I spotted this little gem. The eco- friendly 'Georgia' features a contemporary winged design, with carry handles, an optional cross-body strap and two interior compartments and comes in four colors (coral, green, lilac & navy). I'm personally in love with the lilac version and (at £32 = app. 39€) will certainly be picking it up before it sells out (as I'm sure it will, sooner rather than later). For those who prefer online shopping the particular model is available via the Accessorize website (which now ships to over 100 countries).


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Where to find sex in Pilsen? Learn about Czech girls, sex culture, hookup apps, one-night stands and how to find sex in Pilsen, Czech Republic.
4 Sexual Activity of Czech Women
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Pilsen in Czech; also known as Pilsen in German & English. A major center in the Czech Republic. It may be found in Western Bohemia, approximately 91 kilometers (56 miles) from Prague's capital. The fourth-highest population in the Czech Republic is a significant center.
The world-famous Pilsner beer is just one of the many attractions that bring visitors there. In addition, there are other major attractions there. Furthermore, it may prove that the Czech Republic is home to some of the world's most stunning women.
You have nothing to gain and everything to lose by visiting this city, whether you want to experience the warmth of the locals, sightsee, sample the world-famous Pilsner Beer, or pick up some horny local girls. You will learn not only the general disposition of the girls in Pilsen but also their physical attributes, the likelihood of a sexual encounter, and more.
The women & girls of the Czech Republic have earned a well-deserved reputation for their attractiveness and wit. They attract positivity from those around them due to the quality of their company & their kind demeanor. They are self-reliant and confident in their abilities. That's why they have the potential to make a lot of people's hearts beat a little faster. This is due to their all-around interior attractiveness, intelligence, as well as other aspects as well as their outward appearance. They have a great sense of humor and are not afraid to try new things or push the envelope if they think it will pay off. Thus, it is fairly evident that unless you're a man with the correct physical, mental, & emotional credentials, you will be able to acquire the confidence and trust of these women in Pilsen.
Sexual Activity of Czech Women
Men in western European countries and everywhere else, like the United States of America, Canada, Australia, and others, have long been captivated by the hundreds of girls & women hailing from Eastern Europe. They have a stellar reputation for their stunning good looks. They have kind minds and figures for people of their size. Their famously perky breasts have made them celebrities. This gradually fades to expose their slender, velvety waistlines, hips, and trunks. Simply taking a peek at it would likely cause a significant increase in heart rate. Their legs are both slim and alluring. Historically, their skin has been exceptionally fair, silky, velvety, and soft. Consequently, Pilsen's females are, to put it mildly, stunning.
Women & girls in the Czech Republic have a long history of independence and contributing to the household income alongside their male counterparts. As a result, they hold high regard for themselves and have high standards for their male counterparts. They have impeccable manners, are exceptionally polite, and are kind and welcoming. A little nervousness is shown when they meet a new man for the first time. Women may not always have the best attitudes, but if males can crack the ice & make them feel at ease, they usually show off their best qualities and become quite friendly.
Here, we'll discuss some hookup applications to help you get laid. When it comes to the global dating and HookUp scene, these applications are household names everywhere. So, if you're looking for some serious action to satisfy your sexual urges, these apps can help.
Badoo: Across the globe, it is renowned as a hookup app. If you are already familiar with this software, that is not surprising. It is well-known for its polished user experience, which allows you to peruse numerous female profiles before settling on a mate. This app's success globally can be attributed largely to its accurate profiling.
Match.com: In a nutshell, it's an application that helps you identify women that are open to having sex with you. Users of this app are looking for casual hookups and don't want to commit to a long-term relationship. If you're in the market for a similar arrangement, download this app and browse the profiles of women eager to get heated with someone like you.
Zonacitas: This popular app allows you to find compatible matches who share your interests and lifestyle. This app was developed to search for a partner with whom you share a common mental grounding before engaging in sexual activity. This app may be a good choice for those who are sapiosexual by nature.
Bloom: Many people turn to this app to relax from their hectic schedules and engage in casual sex. You can use this new app and create a profile with all the pertinent information if you're interested in that sort of pleasure.
When called for the first time, girls are typically reserved and wary, which is true worldwide. And the same holds for Pilsen's female population. Therefore, as a male, you must know how to start them in a nice manner that is both real and effective. You may chat about the local area and inquire about recommended sights and activities. It's also a good idea to figure out where you're most likely to meet women and girls and have conversations with them. You can find these in most bars, restaurants, hotels, shopping centers, and grocery stores, but most crucially, in points of interest. You can also choose areas close to universities, where you can meet numerous young women willing to go beyond the surface.
If you know what you're doing, you've got a great shot of picking up girls and additional older ladies in Pilsen. This occurs because young women are more likely to be curious and open to trying novel approaches to dating. However, you shouldn't try to jump the gun and have sexual relations on the first or couple of dates.
Girls are usually fond of calm, well-dressed, caring, and supportive to men here. However, within sometime of visiting the city, you'll get attracted to several attractive women. Few of these ladies are short, while others are tall, fat, and slim women. Generally, such women have incredible sexual instincts, and you will enjoy their company in bed.
Pilsen women are outgoing and friendly but may be elusive and secretive. The beautiful women of Pilsen are easy prey for the perfect guy with the proper mentality and body.
When the majority of women are at work or school, they tend to keep a low profile during the day. However, many young ladies and girls are still eager to go out on the streets and are now looking to become involved with the proper men. Keeping your eyes and ears peeled and your senses on high alert can help you spot the necessary cues to take the next logical action.
Because of the harsh winters, both men & women in the Czech Republic, including Pilsen, like to be out and about throughout the day, especially in summer. Even while most ladies & girls of college age are probably inside an office or a home, there are still plenty of them out there soaking up the sun and living it up. They are eager to hook up with males all day, and you can get lucky if you recognize the telltale signs.
As was previously said, your odds of picking up a girl in Pilsen throughout the day are better than normal but still not great.
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International Haute Couture Designer: 'This has hypnotized me'
TAIPEI, Taiwan—Leading Indonesian international fashion designer Dr. Harry Darsono brought nearly 20 friends to Shen Yun Performing Arts New York Company at the National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei, March 25.
An accomplished haute couturier, Dr. Darsono has gained international recognition designing for stars, socialites, presidents and princesses. He studied fashion in Paris and London, and received a doctorate degree in Humanistic Philosophy at Oxford. His haute couture and textile designs appear in markets of Europe, America, Australia and Asia. He is also renowned for his embroidery, jewelry, stage productions and costumes, and other artwork, and has received multiple honors from the British royal family as well as the Indonesian government.
Dr. Darsono, who had heard about Shen Yun from friends in New York, traveled to Taipei to see Shen Yun for his birthday.
"Magic!" he exclaimed, "Beyond those all!" Watching the show completely refreshed him from the fatigues of his long journey, he said.
Shen Yun is 'Haute Couture'
On Shen Yun's handmade costumes: "I could really see the hemming line. They [Shen Yun] use needlework. We call it haute couture. 'Haute' means the ultimate and 'couture' means the needlework."
"So this is the ultimate of needlework, hand-needlework. It generates the flow, the feel, and the fall of the fabrics," he said, "The three F's of fashion."
"But this is not only performing arts, this is really magic," Dr. Darsono continued, "For a textile and fashion designer, everything has to be so detailed. And this had craftsmanship, technique. It's so magically well choreographed."
The Genius of Shen Yun
Dr. Darsono, who also provides designs and costumes for stage productions, said, "Shen Yun is really stunning, the technique of the showmanship consists of many elements, such as the colors and the changing formations. But the most outstanding thing that really caught my eye was the choreography. So many small details, so well arranged, well created by someone who has been observing the ancient Chinese culture.
"It is the ancient China meeting with the contemporary world, and this is the real China. I remember a book called The Genius That Was China. I say now that the genius is China, is Shen Yun.
"[Shen Yun] not only catches your attention, keeps you awake, but the blend of colors shows the combination of the ancient and contemporary worlds.... This is Chinese culture!"
Shen Yun Will Set the World's Fashion Trends
"[Shen Yun's] color scheme starting from the very early spring or late winter, to the summer vibrant colors. They are very much inspiring to the fashion world.
"As early as the 1970s, many French and Italian fashion designers were influenced by Chinese culture. For example, the head dresses were really inspiring to brands like YSL [Yves Saint Laurent], Balenciaga and Kenzo."
Dr. Darsono believes that Shen Yun's costume design is ancient Chinese culture with a contemporary touch, and will inspire many more designers around the world.
Harry Darsono is the consulting fashion designer for the World Gold Council, head member of the Indonesian Committee for Fashion Design Education, and appointed designer for Miss World Indonesia. He has acted as chief stage inspector for the Asia-Pacific Film Festival in Indonesia and Taipei, and is the founder of the Harry Darsono Museum. Dr. Darsono, who plays 13 musical instruments and is a concert pianist, is on the board of directors for the Jakarta Chamber Orchestra.
"Really a great honor," Dr. Darsono concluded, "Really, really magic."
Benedictine Monk and Music Professor: Shen Yun 'You won my heart and my deepest respect'
Ray LaHood, Sec. of Transportation, Gives Shen Yun Top Rating
Richard Alvarez, lawyer
Dr. Anna Gatmon, author & speaker
Ian Stidston, captain, Royal Navy
Imogen-Lily Ash, dancer & dance teacher
Boris Brott, orchestra conductor
Betsey Fowler, painter
Melissa Watkins, Co-Producer: Golden Globe Awards & Academy Awards
Keisha Laren Clarke Gray, Broadway performer with credits including "The Lion King"
Lloyd Klein, fashion designer
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Citizen Petition Triggers Special Town Meeting Targeting Wireless Antennae at Plymouth Church
April 27, 2016 By Franklin B. Tucker Leave a Comment
Photo: The Plymouth Congregational Church.
A group of residents, many who have led the effort to halt the installation of cellular antennae inside the steeple of Plymouth Congregational Church on Pleasant Street, have successfully filed a citizen's petition that now requires the town to hold a Special Town Meeting in June aimed at placing a steep roadblock to the plans by the church and its telecommunication giant partner.
As the petitioners are pushing to add more stringent requirements on this and other future wireless projects, church leaders told the Belmontonian they are moving forward with a revised plan they anticipate will pass muster before a small governmental commission that is hearing the proposal.
The Special Town Meeting, which Belmont Town Clerk Ellen Cushman said will likely take place on June 8 during the budget session of the annual Town Meeting, will ask Members to change the town's bylaw on the installation of internal wireless telecommunications facilities.
The language of the petition – signed by 242 residents – seeks to modify the town's current zoning bylaws in which smaller cell installations are currently "allowed by right" – in which no town oversight is needed to obtain a building permit – to requiring property owners to get a "special permit" before commencing work, "giving interested Belmont residents an opportunity to provide input to the deliberations of the Zoning Board of Appeal."
Precinct 4's Judith Sarno – who with Karen Herosian, Danny Morris and Ron Creamer sponsored the petition – said the petition is a "modest amendment to bring the zoning for wireless telecommunications facilities into the 21st century and offer residents a voice," and not an attempt to disallow these operations from operating in Belmont.
"[We] are simply asking Town Meeting to allow for more transparency and some notice to concerned neighbors, by simply changing [the bylaw] to a Special Permit," said Sarno.
Under the special permit requirement, a property owner would be required to present its plan before the Zoning Board of Appeals to demonstrate that a cell tower would not place a burden on the neighboring community. The new requirement would also require notification of neighbors and allow for comments from residents before the ZBA.
In recent rulings, the ZBA has demonstrated a propensity to rule against commercial proposals, from some small day care operations to larger enterprises including a hotel, a Dunkin Donuts franchise and placing stringent restrictions on individual homeowners who put their properties on the popular Airbnb room sharing website.
There are nine existing wireless cell facilities in Belmont; in Belmont Center, a large tower adjacent to the new Highland Cemetery on Concord Avenue and on 125 Trapelo Rd. in Cushing Square, which handles four of the biggest cell providers: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint.
The suggested change to the zoning bylaws after the church finalized an agreement with the telecommunication giant Verizon, which is about to present a revised plan to the Historic District Commission, which must OK any exterior structural changes to the steeple before the major construction can take place.
"Verizon will be presenting a revised design plan to remove the air-conditioning compressors and to retain the wooden louvers, thus eliminating the noise concerns of neighbors and preserving the current appearance of the steeple, respectively," said
Verizon has begun preliminary work in the area in January after the Planning Board approved the design and site plan review to place the antenna inside the steeple.
"As of now the work is related solely to Verizon and does not require a building permit," Glenn Clancy, director of the Office of Community Development, told the Belmontonian in February.
"The Verizon work is allowed as it would be for any private property owner" with the owner taking the "risk onto themselves" if the permit is ultimately not issued, said Clancy.
From the church's view, a majority of town residents will benefit from better cell reception.
"Town officials and Town Meeting members should take the actions that are appropriate to providing better-quality and reliable cell service to improve the ability of all its residents, visitors and businesses, alike, to conduct business, education and social interactions," said Chet Messer, chair of the Board of Trustees of Plymouth Church.
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The Brno native Adolf Loos (1870-1933) ranks among the most significant figures and co-founders of Modern architecture. He was renowned as a campaigner for objectivity and usefulness in architecture and art. This remarkable figure: architect, theoretician, publicist, social commentator and "world citizen" became a legend during his own lifetime. His lecture "Ornament and Crime" defined the principles of Purist-Functionalist architecture which in his interpretation accepted influences from Ancient Greece and Classicism. He was the creator of the so-called Raumplan: a spatial layout based on varied levels connected up by short stairways.


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IF you check out the market today, you will find that there are already many weight loss supplements being sold. Most of these supplements have natural ingredients that are not harmful to the body. Weight loss supplements sometimes come in the form of pills and there are also chemically made supplements which claim to help in weight loss programs. But, there are also various risks associated with consuming these supplements together with added benefits of taking them. So before taking in any kind of weight loss supplement, make sure that you know the positive and negative effects it has on the body.
Obesity or being overweight is the problem of many individuals today. Other sickness also stem from a person's being obese. Eating too much unhealthy foods and living a lazy lifestyle is the cause of obesity in many people although there are some obese people where obesity is a genetic disorder. Consuming certain kinds of drugs and various medicines can also lead to obesity.
The different weight loss supplements being sold in the market are designed so that a person can lose weight without facing any kind of difficulty. There are many reasons why people want to lose weight and taking weight loss supplements is one good alternative. It is easy to lose weight with the help of supplements. But, it should be properly considered that all weight loss supplements can stimulate initial weight loss but if you live an unhealthy sedate lifestyle, it can ruin the effects of the supplements you are taking.
There is no single way that one can lose weight. There are many options for weight loss including surgery, liposuction, diet programs, and more. But, if you want to get the maximum result from taking weight loss supplements, you have to take up different physical exercises that would allow you to get the best results. This also includes moderate exercise and a healthy diet.
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There are many different functions of weight loss supplements which affect our body in different ways. It is good to take weight loss supplements that curbs your appetite and breaks down the fats in the digestive system. These supplements also contain other nutrients. The supplements design for weight loss may also contain kelp and white kidney bean. If you want to be truly healthy , you should take supplements that contain all the required nutrients for the body. The supplements should not make one sick but healthy and fit. and, these supplements should help on e in losing weight fast.
We can't tell what lies ahead of us and at times, unplanned things happen. There are numerous reasons why any homeowner would want to give away their property fast for cash. For instance, you may need to relocate quickly, and have looked at the processes involved in typical house sale and they are not practical for you.
What is more, you may be in a financial quagmire and are finding it hard paying your mortgage. Selling your home fast for cash can help you keep your credit intact and relieve you the heavy burden that you are carrying.
Nonetheless, selling a home can be a stressful undertaking given the fact that you have added financial and emotional burden to carry. Thankfully, there are other exceptional ways that you can take to ensure that you get your house bought fast.
One of these fantastic avenues is striking a deal with a real estate investor. With these specialists, you are even more likely to get a handsome pay for your home. You can benefit from these investors no matter the current condition of your home.
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They could be landlords with cash ready to invest and look for better opportunities. The moment you have submitted your details, you will receive various offers that you can from and pick the one the impresses you.
It is essential to note that you are not under any obligation in case they measure up to your standards.
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Op-ed: Innovation and heritage can be combined to enhance students' passion for music
According to Yassine Ayari, learning about music encourages students to think about where sounds come, and the mechanics of singing.
Yassine Ayari, a music educator at Qatar Foundation schools Academyati and Tariq Bin Ziad School, a Nay player, and an ethnomusicologist, talks about his experience in establishing imaginative curricula to teach students about the beauty and value of Qatari music.
"Shout shout yal batta, yrham allah men hatta, ma hatta gher suwera, w suwera rahit el bar, tijib el ishib al Akhdar…"
This is one of the Qatari heritage songs we teach in the music classrooms of Tariq bin Ziad School [one of the schools under Qatar Foundation's Pre-University Education], which the students share and enjoy with their family members at home.
These Qatari citizens are proud of their musical heritage. But they are also worried about its extinction.
Yassine Ayari
These Qatari citizens are proud of their musical heritage. But they are also worried about its extinction. That is because, today, this legacy is no longer transmitted as spontaneously in society as it was before but has instead retreated from its natural framework to turn into a form of entertainment for some - which has led to the features of some forms of traditional art changing, and subsequently losing their role/impact in building identity.
According to Grandmother Umm Ali, one of the grandmothers who we consider a source in documenting popular Qatari songs: "The song itself may differ from one region to another, and even within Qatar, but it is chanted in the same social celebrations in all regions, and they all carry a high social value that we want generations to pass on for hundreds of years".
As a teacher of Arab music, ethnomusicologist, and a writer in the field of Qatari heritage. And, based on my communication with many Qatari musicians and specialists within the field of heritage preservation in Qatar, I was always interested to understand the content of this heritage and determine how it relates to the Qatari community.
Yassine Ayari.
My goal in doing this is so that I can enrich my experience in teaching music for the current generation, in addition to establishing initiatives aimed at preserving this heritage for future generations, as the Arab music culture is based on the principle of oral indoctrination. For example, fan al fijiri was not taught in schools, but was essential in pearling in the Gulf region.
Learning by playing
When I was teaching the flute nay and heading the Arab music department at Qatar music academy [a QF member], for eight years we did not imitate and copy any curriculum, but rather we wanted to achieve and innovate. The challenge was to bring together the concepts of oral/ written tradition, and the daily experience with students to establish educational curricula in the Department of Arab Music, which was a great success.
And when I started teaching last September at Tariq Bin Ziad School, which adopts the International Baccalaureate curriculum, and Academyati [a progressive school] both under the umbrella of QF's Pre-University Education], I found it not only enjoyable; but also, perfectly aligned with my personal vision.
Teaching music is not about reproducing books and curricula from the market but implementing new ways to ensure integration of students in daily activities where play is the only way to learn.
The educational path in these two schools is based on the principle of daily innovation and creativity in the educational process. Teaching music is not about reproducing books and curricula from the market but implementing new ways to ensure integration of students in daily activities where play is the only way to learn.
Learning music through play stimulates the student to think and ask: how does sound come from the instrument, rhythm, and musical language? What are the mechanisms of singing individually and collectively?
One example of this is an initiative was launched in these two schools: making musical instruments from recycling materials, where we explore the parts of an instrument such as the oud, violin, or Rababa. Students engaged in this activity with passion and integration through selecting recycling materials from their homes and thinking about what part of the instrument they could be used to make – the strings, the keys, the neck.
Students have a full understanding of how to make and produce sound. They recognize, when making musical instruments, the function of each of its parts: strings, pegs, and bridge. They learn measurements, numeracy, drawing, and design skills. At a later stage, they develop their scientific skills through learning how to build, produce and change the sound by stretching the strings. These themes are very important in music, and students learn them in line with their academic level and their age. The process is enjoyable, and free from the pressures that can be imposed by classical music education.
When students ask questions such as 'why does the sound not change?', we know we have opened new horizons for learning. Children have developed their own activities, so they are integrated in mind and body, which is what we aim to achieve at QF: creating communication between the student and the curriculum.
One of the most common challenges we faced in the Arab Music Department at QMA was the commitment of students to practicing and learning their instruments at home. We have thought about ways of enhancing students' passion and making them more committed to practice.
One of my previous flute nay students did not like music but learned it at his father's request, so one day I asked him to combine four musical scores together and play them, and I was writing instantly his play in a musical note, giving us an innovative music exercise. Since then, this student's confidence in his abilities has strengthened and he has become more passionate about learning; even his Music named 'When I was born' is included today in my curriculum flute nay book for Preparatory Level.
It is no longer the music teacher who sings to the children and teaches them pre-defined materials without interacting with their needs. Through my presentation of the first music lesson about Mozart in a French school, I noticed the lack of enthusiasm of the music students. So, I included in the lesson an element about contemporary, youth-focused French music called "Slam", which has vividly and quickly changed the level of student interaction in the classroom. The combination of music education and the environment in which we live today promotes communication and interaction between the student, the curriculum, and the teacher.
As educators, and in cooperation with parents and students, we wanted to create solutions to maintain this communication, which we never expected would turn into virtual communication.
E-learning challenges
Since the beginning of the spread of COVID-19, everyone has faced a challenge on how to rebuild the social bonds that existed in our daily lives and build alternative relationships. As educators, and in cooperation with parents and students, we wanted to create solutions to maintain this communication, which we never expected would turn into virtual communication.
In fact, it is not only related to how to transfer the information - the resources of communication are many and varied - but goes is much deeper, as the relationship between the child and the teacher is both a human and emotional relationship, and the student's interaction in an atmosphere of positive competition creates a dynamic environment and supports the educational process.
Music is also an important way of sharing cultural heritage, says Ayari.
Students within QF schools have, Ayari says, embraced learning about music, including by making their own musical instruments.
Currently, the educational process in both Tariq Bin Ziad school and Academyati is continuing remotely, and since the two schools believe in the principles of innovation and creativity in education, we are witnessing interesting initiatives and new ways of learning that achieve tangible success.
The video clip which show students of Tariq Bin Ziad School and Academiaty singing virtually and performing together from home Garangao is a good example of the initiatives of sharing the heritage that will build bridges and interconnectivity between us, even amid this pandemic.
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Q: What's the commutator of $|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|$ and $|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|$? Straight to the point: what's the result of the commutator of the magnitude of the position and  the momentum operators and how can I approach it, i.e., $[|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|,|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|]=$ ?
My efforts: (1) trying to use $|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|=\sqrt{\sum \hat{x}_i\hat{x}_i}$ doesn't seem to help because of the square root; (2) identifying $|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|$ as the radial position operator $\hat{r}$ and using the "radial momentum" operator $\hat{p}_r$ was of no help because $\hat{p}_r \neq |\mathbf{\hat{p}}|$ and $\hat{p}_r$ is the square root of a sum relating $|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|^2$ and the square of the angular momentum operator.
ADDENDUM (Oct 19th, 2020)
I see there may be a number of technical difficulties defining $|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|$ and $|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|$ because these are square roots of operators $\hat{x}_i$ and $\hat{p}_i$. To be clearer, I'm looking for a formal expression for $[|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|,|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|]$ that might (but not necessarily should) overlook technical issues regarding square root of operators. For instance, I wonder if that's the case of the well-known result $[x_i,F(p_x,p_y,p_z)] = i\hbar \frac{\partial F}{\partial p_i}$ if we take $F=|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|$ so that $[x_i,|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|] =i\hbar\frac{p_i}{|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|}$.

A: Here are some incomplete untested ideas.

*

*Define operators
$$\begin{align}J_-~:=&~\frac{1}{2}{\bf x}^2,\qquad
J_+~:=~\frac{1}{2}{\bf p}^2,\cr
J_z~:=&~\frac{1}{4}\sum_{j=1}^3 \{x^j, p_j\}_+.\end{align}\tag{1}$$
One may prove that they form an $sl(2,\mathbb{R})$ Lie algebra
$$ [J_-,J_+]~=~2i\hbar J_z, \qquad [J_z,J_{\pm}]~=~i\hbar J_{\pm}.\tag{2}$$
In this language OP wants to calculate the commutator $2[\sqrt{J_-},\sqrt{J_+}]$.

*Define normalization
$$\sigma_{\pm}~:=~\frac{J_{\pm}}{\sqrt{2}\hbar}, \qquad \sigma_z~:=~\frac{J_z}{i\hbar}.\tag{3}$$
Then
$$ [\sigma_+,\sigma_-]~=~\sigma_z, \qquad [\sigma_z,\sigma_{\pm}]~=~\sigma_{\pm}.\tag{4}$$
The $2\times 2$ Pauli matrices satisfy the same Lie algebra (although the underlying associative algebra is different).

*It might be possible to define a  notion of square root operators similar to this Phys.SE post.

*It might be possible to adapt a representation  a la Holstein-Primakoff or Dyson-Maleev, cf. this Phys.SE post, or perhaps some squeezed state methods.

A: In quantum mechanics, there are different possibilities to express an operator. Let's consider a matrix of the operator $\hat{A} = [|\hat{\bf{x}}|, |\hat{\bf{p}}|]$ in coordinate reperesentation:
$$
A(\bf{x},\bf{x'}) = \langle \bf{x} | \hat{A}|\bf{x'}\rangle = (|\bf{x}| - |\bf{x'}|) \langle \bf{x} | |\hat{\bf{p}}||\bf{x'}\rangle
$$
According to the spectral representation of $\bf{p}$, we have
$$
\langle \bf{x} | |\hat{\bf{p}}||\bf{x'}\rangle = {\rm \frac1{(2\pi\hbar)^3}} \int |\bf{p}| e^{\frac{i}\hbar\bf{p}(\bf{x}-\bf{x'})} \bf{d^3 p} {\rm\ \equiv \frac1{(2\pi\hbar)^3} f(}{\bf x - x'}{\rm )}
$$
Further, I shall treat the function
$$
f(\bf{R}) = \int |\bf{p}| e^{\frac{i}\hbar\bf{p}\bf{R}} \bf{d^3 p}
$$
as a generalized function. Then we have
$$
f(\bf{R}) = -\hbar^2\Delta_{\bf{R}} \int \frac1{|\bf{p}|} e^{\frac{i}\hbar\bf{p}\bf{R}} \bf{d^3 p} = {\rm -4\pi\hbar^4} \Delta_{\bf{R}}{\rm \frac1{{\bf R}^2}}\quad {\rm (1)}
$$
It is well known that
$$
-\Delta \frac1{|\bf{R}|} = {\rm 4\pi\delta(}\bf{R}{\rm )}
$$
If analogous local representation exists for the function (1), then it might be possible to express $\hat{A}$ as a simple combination of $\hat{\bf x}$ and $\hat{\bf p}$ operators. Otherwise, I suppose there is no simple expression for $\hat{A}$.

A: I'll provide a tentative solution based on a result derived by M. K. Transtrum and J.-F. S. Van Huele, J. Math. Phys. 46, 063510 (2005). They derived a general expression for the commutator of functions $f(A,B)$ and $g(A,B)$ of noncommuting operators $A$ and $B$:
\begin{equation}
\left[f(A,B),g(A,B)\right] = \sum_{k=1}^\infty \frac{(-c)^k}{k!} \left( \frac{\partial^k g}{\partial A^k} \frac{\partial^k f}{\partial B^k} - \frac{\partial^k f}{\partial A^k} \frac{\partial^k g}{\partial B^k}\right),
\quad \text{where} \quad
c=[A,B].
\end{equation}
Tentative solution
I consider the particular case $f=f(A)$ and $g=g(B)$:
\begin{equation}
\left[f(A),g(B)\right] = - \sum_{k=1}^\infty \frac{(-c)^k}{k!} \frac{\partial^k f}{\partial A^k} \frac{\partial^k g}{\partial B^k}
= \left[ - \sum_{k=1}^\infty \frac{(-c)^k}{k!} \frac{\partial^k }{\partial A^k} \frac{\partial^k }{\partial B^k} \right] f(A)g(B),
\end{equation}
where I believe the last step is not problematic as long we understand its meaning: derivative $\partial_A\equiv\frac{\partial}{\partial_A}$ acts on $f(A)$ and derivative $\partial_B\equiv\frac{\partial}{\partial_B}$ acts on $g(B)$. Finally we simplify the result to
\begin{equation}
[f(A),g(B)] = \left( 1-e^{-c\partial_A \partial_B} \right)f(A)g(B) \quad \text{or} \quad g(B)f(A)=e^{-c\partial_A \partial_B}f(A)g(B).
\end{equation}
Heading to $[|\mathbf{\hat{x}}|,|\mathbf{\hat{p}}|]$, I'll now ommit the "hats" for simplicity and use the notation $\mathbf{x}=(x,y,z)$ and $\mathbf{p}=(p_x,p_y,p_z)$ for the position and momentum operators respectively. My approach is writing |\mathbf{x}| and |\mathbf{p}| as power series:
\begin{equation}
|\mathbf{x}| = \sum_{abc}A_{abc} x^a y^b z^c \quad \text{and} \quad |\mathbf{p}| = \sum_{uvw}B_{uvw} p_x^u p_y^v p_z^w.
\end{equation}
Then
\begin{equation}
[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|] = \sum_{abc}\sum_{uvw} A_{abc}B_{uvw} (x^a y^b z^c p_x^u p_y^v p_z^w - p_x^u p_y^v p_z^w x^a y^b z^c).
\end{equation}
The last term can be recast as
\begin{equation}
p_x^u p_y^v p_z^w x^a y^b z^c = (p_x^u x^a) (p_y^v y^b) (p_z^w z^c) = (e^{-i\hbar\partial_x \partial_{p_x}} x^a p_x^u) (e^{-i\hbar\partial_y \partial_{p_y}} y^b p_y^v) (e^{-i\hbar\partial_z \partial_{p_z}} z^c p_z^w) = e^{-i\hbar(\partial_x \partial_{p_x} + \partial_y \partial_{p_y} + \partial_z \partial_{p_z})} x^a p_x^u y^b p_y^v z^c p_z^w = e^{-i\hbar\partial_\mathbf{x}\cdot\partial_\mathbf{p}} x^a p_x^u y^b p_y^v z^c p_z^w,
\end{equation}
where
\begin{equation}
\partial_\mathbf{x}\cdot\partial_\mathbf{p} \equiv \sum_i \frac{\partial}{\partial x_i} \frac{\partial}{\partial p_i}.
\end{equation}
Finally,
\begin{equation}
[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|] = \sum_{abc}\sum_{uvw} A_{abc}B_{uvw} (1-e^{-i\hbar\partial_\mathbf{x}\cdot\partial_\mathbf{p}})x^a y^b z^c p_x^u p_y^v p_z^w = (1-e^{-i\hbar\partial_\mathbf{x}\cdot\partial_\mathbf{p}})|\mathbf{x}| |\mathbf{p}|
\end{equation}
or, explicitly,
\begin{equation}
[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|] = - \sum_{n=1}^\infty \frac{(-i\hbar)^n}{n!}(\partial_\mathbf{x} \cdot \partial_\mathbf{p})^n |\mathbf{x}| |\mathbf{p}|.
\end{equation}
A few remarks:

*

*The one-dimensional version of this equation recovers the expected expression given in the beginning of this answer.

*The r.h.s. is rotationally invariant as expected considering the l.h.s.
Prospects:

*

*Maybe a nice, closed form for the above result could be achieved writing $\partial_\mathbf{x} \cdot \partial_\mathbf{p}$ in spherical polar coordinates?

*This derivation seems to work without modifications for any $[|\mathbf{x}|^n,|\mathbf{p}|^m]$. If the last remark is met with success, we can check if the proposed answer recovers some commutators that can be computed easily -- e.g., one with $n=m=2$.
I'm investigating these prospects and I will modify this answer accordingly.

A: Here I'll overlook technical issues that may be relevant when defining operators $|\mathbf{x}|$ and $|\mathbf{p}|$ and head toward a formal expression for $[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|]$. I'll omit the "hat" above operators for simplicity.
I start defining the symmetrized radial momentum operator,
$$p_r \equiv \frac{1}{2}\left( \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|} \cdot \mathbf{p} + \mathbf{p} \cdot \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|}
\right).$$
This operator came into my attention on Alvarez & González, Am. J. Phys. 57, 923 (1989) and Liboff, Nebenzahl & Fleischmann, Am. J. Phys. 41, 976 (1973) but I learned it is standard content in QM textbooks. In position space represention $\mathbf{p}=-i\hbar\mathbf{\nabla}$ and spherical coordinates, straightforward calculation reveals
$$p_r = -i\hbar \left(\frac{\partial}{\partial r} + \frac{1}{r} \right),$$
where $r\equiv|\mathbf{x}|$. In this last form, the following result is easily verified:
$$[|\mathbf{x}|,p_r]=i\hbar.$$
From the relation $[A,f(B)]=[A,B]\frac{\partial f}{\partial B}$ valid if $[A,[A,B]]=0$ we conclude
$$[|\mathbf{x}|,f(p_r)]=i\hbar \frac{\partial f}{\partial p_r}.$$
Now I set $f(p_r) = |\mathbf{p}| = \sqrt{p_r^2 + \frac{L^2}{r^2}}$, with the last equality coming from the splitting of $|\mathbf{p}|$ into radial and angular parts, and with $L$ the angular momentum. From the previous commutator, we get
$$[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|]=i\hbar \frac{1}{|\mathbf{p}|}\left[p_r + \frac{1}{2}\frac{\partial}{\partial p_r}\left(\frac{L^2}{r^2}\right) \right] = i\hbar \frac{p_r}{|\mathbf{p}|}.$$
The last derivative vanished, as I see it, because $L^2$ comprises only of angular pieces of $|\mathbf{p}|$ but no radial piece and because $\partial/\partial p_r$ doesn't act on $r$ as we can check applying it to $[|\mathbf{x}|,p_r]=i\hbar$. Finally, with the definition of $p_r$ above, we get
$$\boxed{
[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|] = \frac{i\hbar}{2}\frac{1}{|\mathbf{p}|} \left( \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|} \cdot \mathbf{p} + \mathbf{p} \cdot \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|}
\right) = i\hbar \left( \frac{\mathbf{p}}{|\mathbf{p}|} \cdot \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|} + \frac{i\hbar}{|\mathbf{p}| |\mathbf{x}|}
\right).
}$$
A few remarks:

*

*This result is rotationally invariant as expected.

*For the cases I checked, the derivation presented here predicts results derived by other means. For instance, $[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|^2]=[|\mathbf{x}|,\sum p_i p_i] = \sum\left( [|\mathbf{x}|,p_i] p_i + p_i [|\mathbf{x}|,p_i]\right) = i\hbar\left( \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|}\cdot\mathbf{p} + \mathbf{p}\cdot\frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|}\right)$ and the derivation presented here gets the same, $[|\mathbf{x}|,|\mathbf{p}|^2]=i\hbar\frac{\partial |\mathbf{p}|^2}{\partial p_r} = 2i\hbar p_r = i\hbar \left( \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|} \cdot \mathbf{p} + \mathbf{p} \cdot \frac{\mathbf{x}}{|\mathbf{x}|}
\right).$


Mala Making Workshop : Kuala Lumpur August 29th!
I'll be in Kuala Lumpur again for about two weeks, so am taking the opportunity to offer another mala making workshop.
Learn the meditative art of making a mala or Buddhist prayer bead necklace with sacred rudraksha seeds and crystal beads. Make a special personal mala for your practice, or make it as an offering to someone in your life. Each seed and bead will be knotted into place, and you will also learn how to make your own tassel.
Workshop includes: 108 rudraksha seeds, wide selection of genuine crystals beads (choose up to 25 for your mala, extra charges apply if you use more than 25 crystals), silk thread for stringing, tassel thread and take-home booklet.
Date & Time: Saturday 29th August 2015, 10 a.m.
Duration: ~3 hours or more, depending on speed of making!
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