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Slot Machine Cheats: Do They Exist?
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The idea of cheating or otherwise using some type of exploit at an online casino with slots is an idea that appeals to those who can see the value of a quick cash grab. There have been mostly isolated cases of ways that cheating at online and land-based slots has been done in the past, though most of those ways are guarded and thwarted in today’s casinos.
We’re going to walk you through a lot of the theory and practice behind cheating at these games, starting with the functionality of online slots and moving on to specific examples of times where cheating has occurred.
Understanding How Online Slots Actually Work
To have a foundation of understanding for how cheating in online slots could actually work on a fundamental level, you need to understand exactly how the random number generator works with an online slot to produce the symbols you see on the reels. This all starts with a computer program that randomly determines a number with a high degree of actual randomness so that there are no patterns that could allow someone to guess which numbers are going to come next.
Each of the reels of a slot actually consists of a virtual “strip” of symbols that come in a specific order. These “strips” will typically be thousands of symbols long, and each position on the strip is numbered starting with 1, 2, 3… all the way to the final spot. The random number generator determines a random position on each of the “strips” for each reel, and that’s how the symbols are determined on the actual reels.
This immediately brings us to our first potential cheat: One idea would be to use an online slot’s stop function to skillfully have the symbols come to a halt in winning positions. This idea does not work online because the positions of the reels are already determined, as described above, before you would have the opportunity to press the button to stop the reels. Along these lines, the stop button’s only function is to speed up the playing of the game since you’ll end up with the exact same symbols on the reels regardless of whether you use it or not.
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Exploiting Bad Programming
The online casino industry has been around since the mid-1990s, and people have been trying to figure out how to exploit bad programming in Internet slots the entire time. From our explanation of how the slots actually work above, an easy way to exploit a programming error would be if you could predict which spots the RNG was going to pick, or if you could influence the RNG directly. This would allow you to either know if the next spin was going to be a winner or actually force the next spin to be a winner just depending on the nature of the exploit.
There has been a handful of cases, and we’re talking less than five that we have ever heard of, where someone was able to guess with a relatively high percentage of accuracy whether the next spin was going to be a win. The way to exploit that would be to wager using the minimum bet size on spins that you suspect to be losing and then to crank up the bet size to a much higher level on the spins that you think will be winners. It’s easy to see how your winnings would more than cover the cost of all of those low-stakes spins between payouts.
These types of exploits have been particularly rare throughout the history of the industry, and they are virtually unheard of now. Software companies protect against this sort of thing by limiting access to the RNG after it has been audited, having regular (often monthly) independent audits of the RNG, and having all games hosted on their own servers to prevent tampering and to prevent people gaining unauthorized access to the raw code for the actual games.
Bonus Balance Exploitation
There is one method for sort of getting one over on online casinos with online slots that has worked a bit relatively recently, but they are cracking down on it more and more. The idea is that with certain games, you can run up an in-game balance on some kind of bonus meter or other type of feature. You see this a lot with feature guarantees. The concept at play is that you would run up this feature as high as possible without actually triggering the feature itself on as many games as you could. You do this with a bonus balance from a promotion you had taken advantage of.
Afterwards, you play through the rest of the bonus as usual, typically in a high-risk way with other slots so that you end up either hitting some big wins or actually just going bust. Once you go bust, you could make a real money deposit that did not have a bonus or wagering requirements attached to it. From there, you’d go back around to all of the games with a feature guarantee bonus meter built up, trigger all of the features almost immediately upon playing (usually free spins), and run up a bunch of winnings. The idea from there is that you are free to cash out without being subject to wagering requirements.
We have to admit that this is a pretty slick idea, and we can’t say that we would have thought of it on our own. However, the fact of the matter is that all reputable software companies have caught on to this type of thing, and you’ll have a hard time making it work today.
Land-Based Slot Cheating
Because land-based slots have been around for over a decade, there have been more opportunities for players to try to figure out ways to cheat at them. One of the main differences between land-based games and online games is that you will often use actual currency, typically coins, in land-based titles. There are mechanisms in place to try to verify the payment that you’re making, and in turn, this leaves more systems vulnerable for exploitation.
Coin Manipulation
The oldest trick in the book with anything that accepts coins for payment is to drill a small hole in the edge of the coin, tie a string through it, and fish out your coin after it has been counted for payment in the machine. People started out trying this with slots originally decades ago, and there have been so many improvements since then that there’s virtually no reason to even try it at this point.
Other people used an idea called “coin shaving” to make coins slightly smaller by grinding away the edges. The idea is that players could hit a “sweet spot” with the size and weight of the coin where it would be verified as payment but then kicked out the change dispenser because the machine simultaneously thinks it doesn’t weigh enough. If you got it just right, you would be able to use the same coin to play over and over again and run up winnings. However, modern machines aren’t vulnerable to this type of attack.
Finally, you have another really simple exploit in the form of fake coins. If you’re good at making them, and you can figure out how to make them or get them for less than the value of the actual coin (which is tough enough as it is), then you could end up with a pretty strong edge. However, many systems these days use electronic means for payment, which renders this type of coin manipulation tactic obsolete.
Mechanical Manipulation
Coin manipulation techniques for land-based slots are all pretty basic ideas, and none of them are all that interesting in the grand scheme of things. Mechanical manipulation of the actual functioning of the slots, however, is extremely interesting because there are so many more moving parts and internal systems that can be tampered with to produce results.
The light wand is a really simple idea that plays on one of these mechanical systems. At the time, there was a light sensor used to count out the number of coins that was being paid on any given win. The coins rolling past would block a beam of light inside of the slot, and each dark moment would be counted by the hardware inside of the machine to count out the number of coins that had been issued after a winning combination was hit on the reels.
The light wand was basically a small, thin set of wires with a light on the end that would be inserted into a certain part of the game to mess up the sensor. The coins couldn’t block the light from all angles, and that means that the slot would continue paying out many more coins than it was supposed to until the wand was turned off and withdrawn from the slot. Other methods for counting the number of coins that have been paid have been devised since then to keep this from being something players can use today.
Other forms of circuit manipulation, especially messing with a machine’s ability to keep up with the number of coins it has paid out or when it’s supposed to actually pay out, have been used over time as well. They all rely on the same sort of ideas, but the exact implementation varies from machine to machine.
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Software Exploitation
Finally, we get down to exploiting the software used in land-based slots. This is pretty interesting as well because sometimes there are people actually involved in the programming of the slots and their random number generators who can then use that knowledge to cheat at the games.
The case of Ronald Dale Harris is probably the most well-known. He was a programmer who inserted secret code into a lot of slot games that was extremely difficult to spot. He made it so that inserting coins in a certain order with specific pauses between the coins would lead to a winning payout every single time. If he wouldn’t have been greedy and gotten caught, there’s probably no way anyone would have ever known. As it was, he had this going for several years before getting caught after generating suspicions after some pretty questionably high wins.
While Harris was able to exploit aspects of the programming of slots that he himself put into play, others have been able to find other ways of exploiting holes in software that they had nothing to do with. One well-known case was based on a bonus feature that would become buggy if the player changed the bet size immediately afterward.
For example, you could play at a very low level of stakes until the bonus feature happened. At the end of the feature, a screen would present itself giving you the total payout for your bonus as a multiple of your bet size. However, if you immediately changed your bet size to something else, it would pay out a multiple of that changed bet size instead. This means you could play for a minimum wager until the feature started, but then you could be paid as if you had been playing for the maximum bet size. It’s easy to see how this was exploited until game operators figured it out.
The Bottom Line on Cheating at Slots
At this stage in the industry, the opportunities to cheat at online or land-based slots are few and far between. The online slot software companies and land-based casino game developers put so much time and effort into testing their games and actively monitoring payouts that they will know very quickly after something goes wrong the very first time, and they’ll patch any exploitable aspects of the games before you have a chance to really rack up winnings from them. Overall, cheating at slots is fun to think about and read about, but it has very little practical application in today’s industry. | [] |
Physical layer options
The CAN PMA sub-layer is normally implemented in CAN transceiver chips as specified in ISO 11898-2 and in CiA 601-4 respectively CiA 610-3 when featuring signal improvement capability
There are several CAN physical media attachment (PMA) sub-layers standardized. They are normally implemented by means of transceivers. Most common is the CAN high-speed transceiver. This includes variants supporting bit-rates up to 1 Mbit/s and those providing tighter symmetry features suitable for higher bit-rates depending on the network design (CAN FD transceiver). The CAN SIC (signal improvement capability) transceiver are able to suppress ringing on the network lines. They are specified in CiA 601-4 and CiA 610-3 (supporting PWM coding/decoding).
Most of the CAN physical layer options use twisted-pair copper cable with common ground usually realizes the physical transmission. Of course, all connected nodes need to support the same bit-rate(s) and the same bit-timing settings.
The physical medium attachment (PMA) options include:
Most common is a high-speed transmission up to 1 Mbit/s. This is realized by means of CAN high-speed transceivers (term recommended by CiA). These transceivers are optionally available with low-power capability and selective wake-up functionality for partial networking. They are all standardized in ISO 11898-2:2016. Nowadays, this standard includes the legacy ISO 11898-5 and ISO 11898-6 norms, too.
The robustness of high-speed CAN networks is excellent. In-vehicle networks often use star-topologies, sometimes with multiple stars. In some applications, hybrid topologies are implemented, combining line and star topology elements. However, the most robust topology is a bus-line with very short stubs.
For bit-rates higher than 1 Mbit/s as used in the CAN FD data-phase, the CAN high-speed transceivers with improved symmetry features are used. They are also standardized in ISO 11898-2:2016. There are two versions specified: one with improved parameters suitable for bit-rates up 2 Mbit/s and another one with even better parameters suitable for bit-rates up to 5 Mbit/s. Of course, the achievable bit-rate depends highly on the physical network design. This includes topology, selected cables and connectors, etc. Additionally, CiA has specified the CAN SIC (signal improvement capability) transceivers, which can suppress ringing (CiA 601-4). This gives network designers more margin for asymmetries, which can be caused by not optimized network topologies. The CAN SIC XL transceivers featuring an optional PWM (pulse-width modulation) coding are specified in CiA 610-3. They support bit-rates of up to 10 Mbit/s and more depending on the network topology and selected electromechanical components (e.g. cables, connectors, and additional circuitry).
The other physical layer standard used in the automotive industry is ISO 11898-3, a so-called fault-tolerant, low-power transmission. It is not widely used in other industries, and it is limited to 125 kbit/s. An application-specific physical layer is standardized in ISO 11992-1, which is also limited to 125 kbit/s. It is used in truck-trailer point-to-point networks. The single-wire transmission as specified in SAE J2411 has some restrictions regarding the robustness and the transmission rate. It is not widely implemented.
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The Element of Air: Thinking things through….
The world is at an ingress—an ingress is an entry point. The word itself stems from the Latin word, “ingressus,” which also means “go in” or “to enter.” Most of us can feel it building, we know that the world has changed, never to go back to whatever it once was. But what will it become? I think the answer lies in each of us. We all have a responsibility to make the world what we would have it be. We can each visualize what that means for us and then take steps to make it so. For me, I hope for a world filled with more compassion, more empathy, more love, more joy, and just more kindness for one another.
The last few weeks we have done a deeper dive into the elements of water and earth. This week, we learn important lessons from the element of Air. Air is the sign of sunrise, spring, and new beginnings. Undoubtedly, the world—humanity is at an entry point in the process of beginning something major. What that is has to unfold, but it is my belief that none of us are here by accident. We are all here for this time because we are supposed to be. Either as witness or as participant to what is yet to unfold.
Last week we entered into what is known as a Mercury Retrograde phase. This retrograde happening in the sign of Cancer will last until July 12th. Saturday, the 20th was also the beginning of the Summer Solstice, and today, Sunday the 21st the world will experience an annular eclipse at 0 degrees in the sign of Cancer. Whenever a sign is at the 0 degree—also known as the ingress, it is said that the sign is in a critical degree; when this happens, we can tell that something important and major is beginning.
These events are joined with four other planets and our northern and southern nodes all in retrograde. You do not have to know exactly what this mean to realize that they are all huge cosmic events on their own. Although the retrograde and the solstice are in a water sign, they hold particular resonance to the lessons of the element of Air.
As the sign of the intellect and of higher thinking, air teaches us about the power of our thoughts. We realize that it is through our thoughts that anything in our world first comes into being. Once we think it, we can create it, and then it manifests in real life. When you want to build a house, or write a story, it all comes together in your thoughts first—then the blueprint or the outline, and then you take action and it manifest in this physical plane. What are some things that you want to manifest in real life? Think about these things with love, see them clearly in your mind, and then write this down on paper. Your vision is yours alone—that is why you got it. Your vision is important, and as a great spiritual teacher once said, “You must believe it before you can see it.” Most people want to see something before they believe it, but air teaches us that you do not have to see something to know that it is real. Your visions, your dreams, and your goals are absolutely real. Believe in them, take steps to bring them into reality, and you will see them.
Going back now to the Mercury Retrograde. When most people hear the term Mercury retrograde, they clamp up and groan—oh no, my technology is going to break down, my travel plans are going to go haywire, and uh I better not sign off on anything major. Why is this? In Roman Mythology, the God Mercury was known as the messenger god. He ruled over communication, technology, travel, commerce, and luck. He was also a notorious trickster, hence why sometimes in retrograde times, it feels like someone is playing a trick on you! Mercury’s Greek counterpart is Hermes, and his Egyptian counterpart was the God Thoth or Djehuty—God of Wisdom.
I hear the complaints about Mercury retrograde all the time, and my response is always the same. Treasure the time. It is a divine gift; it is a time to seek inner wisdom. It is a time to reset and to slow down. 2020 feels like one huge retrograde actually. So, what does it mean when a planet is in retrograde motion? We speak about the planets from an Earth centric perspective. The other planets orbit Earth at a different speed than they do the Sun. When this happens, it creates the illusion that a particular planet is moving in reverse compared to Earth. In reality the planet has not changed directions, it just appeared to do this from Earth’s perspective.
One of the best analogies that I heard for Mercury Retrograde was this. If you drive your car every day, what is going to happen? Before long, it will need service—new tires, an oil change. Humans are the same way. We also need times of rest, time to recharge. When Mercury retrogrades and we suffer delays, we are sometimes forced to slow down, to see things from a different perspective, and to rest. Most astrologers suggest that in retrograde periods we should do things that begin with RE. REST. RECHARGE. REJUVENATE. REVISIT. REMIND. REVITALIZE. The list goes on. I have had some really amazing things happen in my own life during retrograde periods. When something does not go as planned, I chuckle and ask the divine what is it that I need to see? Imagine running down a path and missing all the jewels hiding alongside the road. Maybe if you were walking more slowly you would see the twinkling and gain a treasure for your personal treasure chest.
Retrogrades also carry lessons for the signs that they fall in. In this case, both the Solar Eclipse and the Mercury Retrograde fall in the sign of Cancer, a water sign. The sign of Cancer is associated with emotions, feelings, and the need for nurturing and care. These topics may come up for you in the next few weeks. Because of the Eclipse energy, you are also being encouraged to think about what you want to see manifest in your own life. Eclipse energy can be intense, and it can bring sudden transformative change. Sometimes we are not ready for the unexpected changes that life can bring. To pull air back into the discussion, you have probably heard the phrase, “Anyway the wind blows.” Sometimes eclipses can blow your life in a new direction. I have found though, that sometimes when we think things are falling apart, they are really falling together. So, what are the lessons from air that you can use to make the most of this retrograde and eclipse season?
1. Visualize your life and the world the way you would like to see it. Spend a little time each day picturing the life that you want. This also gets better and easier with practice.
2. Thing about anything “toxic” in your life that no longer serves you. Seek out better air. Allow the wind in the sails of your life ship to change direction.
3. Check in with your breath. How are you breathing? Shallow? Calm? Do you need maintenance? If so, do not be afraid to rest, to nurture yourself, to rejuvenate, and to recharge.
4. Read any contracts or anything major that you need to sign very carefully before making your final decisions. You can sign things in a retrograde, you just want to be extra careful and make sure you understand all terms clearly.
5. Revisit goals or dreams that have been sitting off to the side. Apply the sharp energy of air—the brilliant intellect, the wisdom, the vision, and the desire to create something. Communicate clearly what you want to manifest in the physical plane and believe that it can and will happen.
I hope for you that this retrograde and this eclipse season sparks beautiful and necessary changes in your life. May your personal retrograde and eclipse season gems light up your life in meaningful and positive ways.
Happy Summer Solstice 🙂
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Trick of the Trade
Trick of the Trade
by Giulio Rocco
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With so much attention brought to the business and management industries during Canadaʼs rekindling economic climate, many core fields of work are being overlooked by the students; one of these being the trades.
The skilled trades are a growing field of work that is in constant need of well-trained workers.
What exactly is a skilled trade? It can be defined as an expertness of a specific skill, usually attained through years of training and commonly related to construction and repair. The skills that are considered “trades skills” range broadly from carpenter, electrician, automotive technician, plumber, pipe fitter, welder and much more.
There is a common misconception that the trades are considered “blue collar” jobs done through informal training. In reality there are a plentitude of academic institutions that provide education and preparation in the trades.
Although it is common to get into the trades through practical training, it doesnʼt mean you will be making less money than someone who attended university. Tradespeople are some of the highest paid employees in Canada. Not only is a customer paying for your knowledge about a trade, but they are also paying for expert performance.
If you enjoy learning new lessons everyday and arenʼt afraid to be challenged, a career in the trades might suit you. Trades jobs are considered demanding and will put your mind and body to the test daily. If you enjoy a hands-on work environment, and are interested in how things work, this field may be what you want to look at.
There is an increasing shortage in the skilled trades. According to careersintrades.ca, 67% of young adults choose university over a college education in the trades because it was encouraged more by friends and family. There were also instances in which a lack of information about the trades swayed students away from the sector.
So, what exactly are the steps to take to become a tradespeople? The most efficient and reputable manner to becoming certified in the trades is an apprenticeship. This way, you are getting one-on-one experience with a master in the trade who can help you further your knowledge and skills. Many college programs that deal with the trades have their own apprenticeship training programs. So go and check out your local college to see what they offer, or look on Jobs People Do to see what colleges offer certain apprenticeships.
The best thing to do in your early years of education is to look at high schools that provide introductory training of a trades skill you are interested in. Julian Finbow Westlane graduate, claims that:
“Taking the refrigeration course at such a young age was extremely beneficial for the jobs I am interested in.”
Julian is looking to develop his trade skills in refrigeration, and is planning on either taking a apprenticeship or going to college.
Become involved and research trade skills you think will peak your interest. It may be beneficial to shaping your career path! So put on that thinking cap (or hardhat for this situation) and immerse yourself in the trades.
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Physics Colloquium: Dr. Na Hyun Jo, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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Synthesizing, Understanding, and Controlling Quantum Materials
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Postdoctoral Researcher, Quantum System Accelerator
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
We are currently living on the edge of the silicon age, characterized by the rapid growth of the semiconductor industry. Yet, a new class of materials destined to become as familiar as silicon is underway. These materials are so-called quantum materials and will be very important for future technologies such as quantum computers. In order to use quantum materials for future applications, it is essential to understand and control their electrical properties. In this colloquium, I will present synthesizing, understanding, and controlling a quantum material, WTe2. WTe2 is a semi-metallic transition metal dichalcogenide, and it has fascinating physical properties such as extremely large magnetoresistance, temperature-induced Lifshitz transition, and topologically non-trivial feature, type-II Weyl semimetal. More importantly, it has remarkable tunability under the combined effect of strain and magnetic fields. To be more specific, WTe2 shows a large and temperature non-monotonic elastoresistance, driven by uniaxial stress, that can be tuned by the magnetic field. Using first-principle and analytical low-energy model calculations, I will provide a semi-quantitative understanding of our experimental observations.
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Cranking battery and 12v deep cycle marine battery
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Summer is here, and if you are a boater, you will know how important it is to equip your boat with suitable marine batteries. However, there are many types of marine batteries on the market, how do you know which one is correct?
Choosing the right marine battery is more than just choosing a reliable brand that your customers can trust. Even the best battery depends only on its application and maintenance. Of course, the first thing to understand is the difference between the two most common types of marine batteries: start-up batteries and 12v deep cycle marine batteries.
What is a marine cranking battery?
The marine battery can be a starting battery, a dual-purpose battery, or a deep-cycle battery. They are usually a mixture of starting batteries and deep-cycle batteries. The lead sponge board is thicker and heavier than the starting battery plate, but not as thick as the real deep-cycle battery plate.
If you need a boat starting battery, a marine cranking battery is a good choice. When the ignition switch is activated, the cranking battery allows the ship to start by sending power to the engine. For this reason, these batteries are also called starter batteries. To start the motor, a short but strong burst of energy must be emitted from the battery.
Design features of cranking battery
The larger the surface area of the plates inside the battery, the easier it is for the battery to provide the necessary power. This is why the cranking battery has many thin plates; they increase the surface area and make the marine’s start as smooth and reliable as possible.
The same elements that make cranking batteries ideal for starting an engine also make them less suitable for continuous discharge or “cycling” use. This is why deep-cycle marine batteries are another necessity for boaters.
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What is a 12v deep cycle marine battery?
Once the ship’s engine is started, it no longer needs the rapid and powerful burst of energy like the cranking battery. Instead, boats need continuous, reliable power to troll—including operating electronic devices such as sonar, GPS, and radio.
Design features of 12v deep cycle marine battery
This is where the deep-cycle marine battery comes in. There are several design differences for deep-cycle marine batteries or trolling batteries. A key difference is the battery plate: it has fewer and thicker plates, allowing the battery to provide continuous power output for a long time. The deep-cycle battery can be completely depleted and recharged multiple times, while the start-up battery cannot. Deep-cycle marine batteries are much less likely to overheat because their thicker plate structure can withstand high temperatures under high currents.
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Why the same battery can’t be used for cranking and trolling?
Any boater wants to minimize the accessories and accessories of their vessel. But in the long run, this method will cost you more money and time. It is very difficult to combine the performance of the cranking battery and the deep-cycle battery into one battery. They are all deliberately designed to do completely different things.
When the cranking battery is subjected to continuously use (such as trolling), it will overheat and use up the available capacity. Similarly, when a 12v deep cycle marine battery is required to provide the burst of energy required to start the engine, it does not always work.
In other words, when you use two separate marine batteries, you usually get the best results and lowest operating costs.
Overview of cranking battery and deep-cycle marine battery
The cranking battery ensures that the boat can easily start and get out of water.
The 12v deep cycle marine battery can keep running and running electronic equipment under any conditions.
The third option (for some people): dual-purpose marine batteries
As with many rules-there may be exceptions. Some dual-purpose batteries can be used for boat starting and trolling at the same time. However, these dual-purpose batteries are not necessarily the right choice for every ship. Although they do mean buying and maintaining one less battery, as with many “two-in-one” options; they don’t always make a boat perform the same as two batteries.
For example, deep-cycle batteries can withstand multiple discharges and recharges, but cranking batteries cannot. Therefore, dual-purpose batteries are somewhere in between. Many cannot withstand the total discharge capacity well (the discharge capacity exceeds 50% of the available capacity).
Dual-purpose batteries are also more prone to overheating under severe conditions, which is certainly not ideal when the ship goes to sea. Nevertheless, if used and maintained properly, these types of batteries can be used well for short trips.
The starting battery is suitable for inboard or outboard marine engines, but if you need to power the trolling motor, please chooses 12v deep cycle marine battery. Ideally, you should have a battery for starting and an auxiliary deep-cycle battery for the trolling motor and accessories. However, if you can only install one battery on board, the battery you choose depends on the required power consumption.
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At the mention of “mens underwear” most people picture white briefs, old-fashioned long-johns, or perhaps some boxers with a fun pattern on them. I have to start by telling you that knowing your skin is the first step to a beautiful and healthy skin. We cannot pick the correct skin […]
At the mention of “mens underwear” most people picture white briefs, old-fashioned long-johns, or perhaps some boxers with a fun pattern on them. I have to start by telling you that knowing your skin is the first step to a beautiful and healthy skin. We cannot pick the correct skin care regimen without this knowledge. There are four general types of skin: dry, which is generally manifested by a lack of shine, has fine pores, and it has the tendency to develop early wrinkles; oily, which is exactly the opposite, having extra shine and dilated pores, but without the proper skin care regimen, it can develop blackheads, acne and other problems; normal skin is the dreamy skin just perfect and with a balanced grade of hydration; sensitive skin is not that uncommon, and without the correct skin care regimen can lead to serious skin problems where you least want them. This type of skin has reddish appearance, it may itch, peel, and it feels very tight. Finally mix skin, which combine one or various types of skin in different parts of the face generally on the “T” zone (forehead, nose and shin). Dumile Feni was born in Worcester in Western Cape in South Africa at a time not known exactly. It is thought to have been between 1939 and 1944. South Africa was still marked by apartheid imposed by a white-minority government and maintained in the face of opposition by force and violence. Exfoliate skin regularly with a natural exfoliant such as glycolic acid to remove dead skin cells, balance oil production and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. Just like when one speaks about ancient beginnings and dwelling of the Africans in South Africa, “oral traditions provide information going back as early as 300 B.C., up to the sixteenth Century(when the Europeans came into South Africa), and subsequent centuries, that this data needs to utilized by the writers of African South African History, and begin to learn what South African History is ‘really’ about. This is what the first Hub has dealt with as much thoroughly as possible: “South African Culture, Customs and Practices Writ Large: Re-Morphed Cutlrual Renaissance against Dysfunctional Existence.” This Hub mentioned will be posted following this one, but it is the first Hub and this one I am presently onto is a sequel to it. In contemporary Native American literature, authors merge tribal and personal memories because the assimilation of Native American life into the fabric of American culture came with conveniences, hardships, and many ideological contradictions; ultimately, the modern Native American has found it difficult to find solace in the industrialized United States because it is constantly at odds with Native American tradition, of which the latter in its purest form had dissolved by the advent of the 20th century. In fact, at the advent of the 20th century, Native American literature acquired motifs of cultural dislocation and alienation which would become an enduring and reoccurring theme (Hoxie, 1996). For instance, in Vizenor’s Measuring My Blood,†the mixed-blood becomes a postmodern liberatory space in which contradictory histories and languages can create a trickster discourse†(Hoxie, 1996). Ultimately, this means his fiction resembles the disturbing, disrupting, and challenging aspects of postmodernity in relation to the plurality of contexts that construct Native American identity.
Japan is another country worth further study as their idea of National Identity borders on obsessive. The Japanese society which dates back to BCE dates has spent more energy, manpower, and time in their struggle to break free from the yoke of Chinese cultural influence. Geographically Japan is part of the Pacific Rim, but because it is an island, has made the cultural impact of the Orient less evident. History shows us that the National Identity of Japan was closely related to ethnicity and their isolation from the rest of the world made it possible. For a thousand years, the cultural practices and lifestyles of the Japanese people existed with a high degree of stability, steeped heavy in tradition and honor. World War II and its aftermath saw a shift in Japanese National Identity with post-war industrialization, the importation of foreign workers, and many other outside influences dramatically changed the nation. Formerly most Japanese people saw themselves as superior to anyone else in the world and considered Westerner’s as barbaric and primitive that is until they were summarily defeated with superior technology by America. After the war ended, Japan was left in shambles most of the industries and transportation networks in all the large cities were destroyed or severely damaged. The citizens were faced with severe food shortage for years following the war, the casualties of the nuclear bombs were massive, and the long-term impact of the radiation would haunt them seemingly forever. The economy was almost totally paralyzed from the destruction and the black market coupled with runaway inflation loomed heavy. The once proud National Identity of the Japanese people was destroyed and it was obvious that if it re-emerged, it would not resemble that of the past. Historians will say that with huge levels of government intervention that the National Identity has been restored but only on a symbolic front. Yes, the age old need†to be free from Chinese influence was felt as recently as three years ago with anti-Japan protests in China over territorial disputes being countered in Japan with a disdainful look; again exhibiting that superiority from their history while watching the barbarians loot and destroy. Now however, Japan is more influenced by the Western world than the Orient and less Japanese†than ever, with many blaming American influence. A recent surge in nationalism has given rise to more questions instead of answers. The laser-like focus by the Japanese in their pursuit of progress seems to be on a collision course with the way of the Samurai and Western icons and cultural symbols will certainly be part of the conflict.
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Western boots, more commonly known as cowboy boots, have long been a part of the fashion industry. There are numerous ways of mixing and matching clothes and accessories; use your creativity to put together a fashionable, yet original look starting from a clothing item or some chic accessory. Don’t be […] | [] |
A frame is an investment, a commitment to protect something you love. Custom made examples take significant outlay, but represent value for money in certainty, safety and security. The framer is a guarantor, undertaking that an artwork will come out in the same condition that it went in. Within a frame objects are in stasis, visible but out of reach. Safe and sound.
The most important parts of a frame are the ones you can’t see, but the forces which destroy artworks are invisible too. Changes in humidity can ruin fragile paper and canvas: damaging light will discolour and bleach. Heat, moisture, brightness: tiny fluctuations in any of these conditions can irrevocably damage a costly investment or ruin a treasured possession. To safeguard against this, materials must be carefully chosen. High performance and unglamorous, integral but hidden; these products make all the difference to the longevity of the artwork within. They are the difference between a guarantee and a hope.
We’re committed to perfection. It’s a principle which extends to all of the materials we use in our frames, not just what you can see. Inferior woodpulp drymounting contains tannins and other acid compounds, which quickly degrade and stain artwork. Archival cotton rag mounting, like the museum board we use at Dyson Art, is free of tannin and is PH neutral. Decades of expertise contribute to every decision. It isn’t enough simply to know which materials have the best performance, but to understand how they will interact. From Museum board to foamex and aluminium, all drymounting materials have their uses.
A good frame protects the object it encloses, but is never the focus. The viewer must see the frame, but never notice it. Nothing better represents this than glazing; both seen and seen through. Glare and reflection detracts instantly from the experience of an artwork, but light can also cause untold damage to unprotected objects. Balancing low UV penetration and reflectivity requires high performance materials and expert assembly. Seamless blending of these invisible protections and elegant aesthetics are the true test of the framer’s art. | [] |
Nexø II rocket camera performance
In my previous post, I posted the raw footage recorded from the Nexø II onboard cameras. These videos give an excellent qualitative indication of how well the video downlink worked. I have now also processed the received telemetry data and have a more quantitative idea of the performance.
The first graph shows the bit error rate (red curve) and the rocket altitude (blue curve) as a function of time. The altitude is useful because it shows when important events like apogee and parachute deployment happen. Unfortunately, the bit error rate is in unknown units, but at least we know that 0 means no errors, non-zero means there are errors, and a higher number means more errors than a lower number.
The second graph shows the received packet rate (red curve) and the rocket altitude (blue curve) as a function of time. As we can see from the graph, we have a steady packet rate with only a few dropouts. The large dropout shortly after apogee is caused by the ballute deployment.
The Linux driver for TBS 6902 tuner card we used in the receiver gives us many interesting receiver diagnostics, including RX lock, RSSI, SNR, and BER. Unfortunately, most of these come in unknown units, basically a number between 0 and 65535. Interestingly, the windows software shows meaningful numbers, such as 15 dB SNR. Why can’t the Linux driver give us the same? Please, do let me know if you have any information about it.
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Dr. Fauci Just Predicted What Will Happen Next
We may have a surge—it depends on you.
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The coronavirus pandemic is nowhere near over, despite us all wanting to get "back to normal": Only around 56% of the population is fully vaccinated. That may change soon as Pfizer has applied for emergency use authorization for its vaccine for 5 to 11 year olds. With the nation's 700,000+ COVID deaths top of mind, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the chief medical advisor to the President and the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, appeared on Grey TV's Full Court Press with Greta Van Sustern to issue a warning. Read on for five essential slides—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID
Dr. Fauci Said This About the Next Surge
Dr. Fauci was asked if, given the cold weather ahead, pushing us more indoors, we should expect another punishing surge. "A lot of that answer to your question is going to depend on how successful we are in getting the approximately 68 million people in this country who are eligible to be vaccinated, how successful we are in getting them vaccinated," said Dr. Fauci. "Fortunately right now, over the last few weeks, we've seen a turnaround in the slope and going down in both cases in hospitalizations, deaths are still up, but it's…a lagging indicator. I strongly suspect that you're going to start seeing the deaths go down similar to the hospitalizations. How quickly they go down and how thoroughly they down is going to depend a lot on a number of circumstances, which will be influenced by things like the colder weather, people doing things indoors, how well they go by the CDC guidelines of when you have a lot of infection in the community—even though you're vaccinated, when you are in not home, but outside, congregate settings in the public, wearing masks, I think would be very prudent. So there's a lot of factors that go in difficult to predict slopes and rebounds. Unless you have a situation where you can really get the overwhelming majority of people vaccinated."
Dr. Fauci said the Vaccine for Younger Kids Would be Safe and Effective
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Dr. Fauci said if approved, the Pfizer vaccine for younger kids will be safe and effective. "They've done the studies to examine the safety and the immunogenicity, which means the ability of this vaccine to induce an appropriate response," said Dr. Fauci. "Those data will go before the FDA who will examine it very carefully, looking for the safety and immunogenicity. And it's the natural process. You do a clinical trial, you get information, you submit it to the FDA and they will make a determination. If in fact, they do decide that this is something appropriate to do with regard to safety and immunogenicity. I think it would be an important step forward because you do want to protect children virtually of any age, as well as obviously the adult population."
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Dr. Fauci was Asked if a Recent Infection Should Exempt You From a Vaccine Mandate
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Dr. Fauci was asked if someone got COVID recently—might they be exempt from a company's vaccine mandate? "The jury is still out on that," said Dr. Fauci. "I mean obviously when someone does get infected, they have a considerable amount of immunity, but that varies from person to person. It varies with the age of the person. We're not sure of the durability of it. We're not sure of how well it does against various variants compared to the typical vaccination. However, there's no doubt that may not. I think that's where people have some disagreement. There's no doubt that if you get infected for the most part, you have a considerable degree of immunity against reinfection, not complete it all, but a considerable amount. All of the other questions that I just mentioned need to be answered, I believe before one has a policy issue regarding how that could substitute for vaccination. I believe in something that's eminently worthy of discussion."
Dr. Fauci Weighed in on COVID Tests
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The host said: "All right, we have tests to see whether you have the virus—PCR. We have some home tesst to test whether you have the virus. Is there a test that you are satisfied with that determines whether you have antibodies, how much you have antibodies, whether there are enough antibodies and is there going to be a home test for that?"
"Well, you know, you've asked about five questions there that might have different answers to each of the questions granted. Yes, there aren't tests that will give you an estimate of the antibody level that you have. That is not a test that is yet in the home kit, because that's a quantitative test. So you could say in an experimental way, either I've gotten vaccinated or I'm infected, what is the level of antibody that I have against the certain part of the virus? Those tests clearly can be done in a qualified lab. The home test that you're referring to is generally an antigen test to determine if in fact you are infected—it isn't as sensitive as the PCR test, but it's getting better and better. And if you can get one that's a 10 minute test that people can readily use. That would be a very good thing. And in fact, the government is investing about $2 billion to make hundreds of millions of those tests available that people can actually be able to do themselves at home. And many of them were planning to make free in thousands and thousands of pharmacies."
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How does the body receive and circulate oxygen?
How does the body receive and circulate oxygen?
The right side of your heart takes oxygen-depleted blood from your veins and pumps it to your lungs, where it absorbs oxygen and expel carbon dioxide. The left side of your heart receives oxygen-rich blood from your lungs and transports it to the rest of your body via your arteries. Cells use this oxygen to make energy for their daily activities.
Your skin is a very effective form of protection against noxious substances and extremes in temperature. It also acts as a sensor that alerts you to changes in your environment. Skin has two main functions: protection and communication. It provides protection by preventing contact with harmful chemicals and physical forces such as heat and cold. Communication through skin color helps you identify friends, foes, and potential mates. The color of your skin varies depending on which part of the electromagnetic spectrum you are responding to. Redness or pinkness indicates you are receiving ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which is necessary for life but can be harmful if exposure is too long. White or bluish colors indicate you are seeing near-infrared radiation, which is below the visible light range and is used primarily by plants for photosynthesis. Black or dark brown colors indicate you are detecting far-red and red light, which are required for plant growth and development but not for human activity.
Oxygen is needed by cells to produce energy using an enzyme called oxidase. There are two forms of oxidase: cytochrome c oxidase and NADH oxidase.
What receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary?
The pulmonary artery transports deoxygenated blood to the lungs, where it exchanges oxygen for carbon dioxide. The left atrium This chamber gets oxygenated blood from the lungs' pulmonary veins and pumps it to the left ventricle. The left ventricle The main pumping chamber of the heart sends oxygenated blood through the aorta out to the rest of the body.
The right atrium This chamber gets oxygenated blood from the lungs' pulmonary veins and pumps it into the right ventricle. The right ventricle The main pumping chamber of the heart sends oxygenated blood through the pulmonary vein out to the lungs.
Both atria Heart chambers that receive oxygenated blood from the lungs via the pulmonary artery. The right atrium pumps this blood into the right ventricle, which in turn pumps it into the pulmonary artery when it contracts. The left atrium serves a similar function with respect to the left ventricle.
Both ventricles Main pumping chambers of the heart that send oxygenated blood out to the rest of the body via the aorta and major blood vessels.
The mitral valve controls the flow of oxygenated blood from the left atrium to the left ventricle. It does so by opening when there is an increase in pressure within the left atrium caused by contraction of the myocardium (muscle of the heart).
What if I am oxygen-poor?
The right atrium takes oxygen-depleted blood from the body via the superior and inferior vena cava and pumps it to the right ventricle. The tricuspid valve permits oxygen-depleted blood from the right atrium to pass forward to the right ventricle. The pulmonary valve allows only oxygen-rich blood to leave the right ventricle and enter the pulmonary artery. The pulmonary vein then carries this blood to the lungs for replacement with new blood cells.
In severe cases of hypoxia, such as those resulting from high altitude exposure or lung disease, more than one round of breathing is required before enough oxygen reaches the blood to cause tissue damage. This is called "superimposed" or "recapillary" hypoxia.
The human body has a number of adaptations that allow it to function under low oxygen conditions. The most important is the use of oxygen stores in form of hemoglobin in red blood cells. When these are used up, people will eventually become unconscious even when exposed to air with less than 10% oxygen. However something worse can happen if you stay out in these conditions for too long...
People who work or travel above about 5,000 feet (1,524 m) experience milder effects of high altitude because more oxygen is available at higher elevations. At greater heights, however, severe effects occur because there is not enough oxygen at lower levels of activity.
What carries oxygen and nutrients away from the heart to the body?
The arteries (red) transport oxygen and nutrients from your heart to the tissues of your body. The veins (blue) transport oxygen-depleted blood back to the heart. The aorta, the major artery that exits the heart, is the starting point for arteries. As it branches into smaller arteries called arterioles, these vessels supply oxygen and nutrients to larger areas of tissue until they reach capillaries at the end of each branch. Here, blood flows through tiny holes called pores to pick up oxygen and deliver it to cells. Capillaries are connected by an extensive network of small vessels called venules. Venules merge together to form larger veins that return blood to the heart.
Arteries are hollow tubes that carry blood away from the heart. Arteries are made up of three layers: an intima, media, and adventitia. The intima is the layer closest to the heart; it contains endothelial cells (flat cells that line all blood vessels). The media consists of smooth muscle cells wrapped around bundles of collagen fibers. The adventitia provides support for the artery and contains fibroblasts that produce more collagen to create a stronger vessel wall.
Veins are the blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart. Veins consist of two thick layers: an intima and a muscular layer. The intima is similar to that of an artery; it contains endothelial cells (flat cells that line all blood vessels).
How are oxygen and nutrients transported throughout the body?
The circulatory system transports waste and supplies oxygen and nutrients to cells. The heart alternately pumps oxygenated and deoxygenated blood. There are three types of blood vessels: arteries, capillaries, and veins. Arteries carry oxygenated blood from the heart to other organs or to the lungs, where carbon dioxide is removed and fresh air is supplied through the process of breathing. Veins return blood to the heart from other tissues where it was needed. Capillaries are very small blood vessels that connect arteries and veins. They provide a continuous flow of blood between the two groups of vessels. The word "capillary" comes from a Latin word meaning "little jar," because these vessels were originally thought to be filled with fluid.
Oxygen and nutrients are transported to cells by means of carrier proteins called globulins. These proteins bind to specific receptors on the surface of cells. Once a protein has bound its cargo, it can be released into the bloodstream at a later time when another cell needs it. Human serum albumin is the major plasma protein that carries oxygen and nutrients to cells. It is also responsible for removing toxic substances from cells. Albumin has a high affinity for fatty acids and drugs and can therefore remove them from the body. Other important carriers include transferrin for iron, vitamin B12, and insulin.
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Why Transportation Workers Should Care About Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association
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Earlier today, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case you may have heard about — Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association (CTA).
The gist of the case is this: many California public school teachers are members of CTA. Like all union members, California teachers can choose whether or not to join the union. However, when the majority of people vote to form a union (as is the case with California school teachers), the union is required by law to represent everyone in the workplace, whether that employee is a union member or not. Teachers who don’t want to belong to a union only have to contribute to the costs of the representation they receive. Because all teachers enjoy the benefits, job security and other protections the union negotiates, it is only fair that all employees contribute to the cost of securing those benefits and protections.
Pretty simple, right? Not so fast. Those challenging this common-sense system argue that simply paying fair-share fees is a violation of free speech.
So why should transportation workers across the country care about teachers in California?
1. Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association (CTA) is an orchestrated, malicious attack on workers’ rights. This case isn’t just about teachers in California—it’s about weakening the rights of workers, specifically those employed in the public sector. The group behind the court case is the Center for Individual Rights, which has ties to greedy CEOs and wealthy special interests. If the court finds that teachers no longer have to pay fair-share fees (and sides with those wealthy extremists), teacher unions (and all other public sector unions) will lose considerable strength and leverage. By the way, if details of this case sound familiar to you, it’s because they are. The same special interests that backed Gov. Scott Walker’s attack on public sector workers in Wisconsin in 2011 are the same groups and individuals at play here.
1. Many transportation workers are public sector workers. Transportation workers account for less than 3 percent of all public sector workers, but nearly 50 percent of those workers are covered by collective bargaining agreements. A bad decision by the Supreme Court could significantly weaken the power these workers have to stand up for basic workplace rights, like fair wages and safe working conditions.
1. A bad decision by the Supreme Court will only make the rich richer. For far too long, America’s economy has unfairly favored the wealthy at the expense of ordinary people. Our middle class is shrinking and it’s getting harder to get by, let alone get ahead. If the Supreme Court rules in favor of the plaintiffs, things will only get worse. That’s because unions act as a check against corporate power. When unions are weak, corporate CEOs and wealthy individuals have more power to manipulate the rules in their favor and exploit working people.
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For individuals who both got an identical video game consoles; I have to state no more
Perchance you is to enjoy things with her. Or even, there’s an array of multiplayer game on line that one can enjoy. One silly Thumb game should be an enjoyable experience when the it is with this individual.
However,, that’s not necessarily the best choice. Sure, when you are both version of people who spend-all go out to their mobile phones, after that perfect! In case you either or your few do not get a hold of yourselves staying a simple chatting cam to own months on end, maybe you should consider an option:
step one. Current email address. Today, totally possible your vision rolling just reading the fresh new heading: email? Just who spends that any more? But believe me, it can be a highly effective way away from remaining the fresh new talk alive and extended time period.
As stated earlier, contained in this time when a mobile is really as popular due to the fact a fridge, texting can be regarded as brand new “default” way of reaching your beloved
The main exhaustion away from texting, it does not matter which you happen to be speaking-to, is the fact that the dialogue normally prevent quickly. “k”s otherwise a “cool”s were noted for destroying talks usually, and only not knowing what to explore produces each other you and another area lose interest and you may eliminate the enjoyable. You simply can’t continually be for the cellular telephone possibly, therefore if the couples only converts from other Television to offer everyone of the notice 1 day; you will find the possibility that their mother phone calls you for dinner, classification starts, anyone knocks the doorway, all the version of nothing “tragedies” that can get-off them speaking with themselves, matter that can show texting’s fatigue to the week-long conversating. And it will function as the most other ways around: you’re during the center of the online match, watching your own novel or simply just about something that you really take pleasure in immediately after which they text message you, now your elizabeth otherwise skip a part of your favorite tearjerker and most likely correspond with her or him bluntly otherwise angrily instead noticing.
But, that’s where email will come in. Into email address, you have got all day long internationally to consider what you want to say, how to say it, and enchantment take a look at actually! While on text, entering prompt to have it more than that have can result in all of the sort of uncomfortable typos. Into email, you’ll be talking about some subjects immediately, show your self at the heart’s blogs, and you can talk about the new sufferers or inquiries as well as the almost every other of those, something you almost never select if not believe you are able to in messaging. Is a little dramatization to present an idea:
“Hey! Exactly how was the day? I experienced a fairly dull go out, absolutely nothing to declaration c: Now we watched our very own math teacher rating a glass of h2o from the microwave and you will take in they! Performed the guy eliminate a bet or what? cx Oh and in addition we got rice and you can beans for supper, how bland :c Think about your? Preciselywhat are you up to? :D”
Sure, you can just forget your girl/boy’s text message when you look at the a conventional relationships, because you will probably find them a day later at school, but when you forget about your LDR’s text, you virtually put your whole relationships into the standby
“Hey there! Sorry however, my mommy claims i gotta purchase specific groceries Correct now, reason your mom :c In any event I shall answer whenever i get home ok bondagecom? See you in the near future c:”
Brand new Kik example are slightly exaggerated however, I believe it shows the idea; your display on your own much more towards email than you do towards the immediate chatting. Email address is additionally a whole lot more “versatile” with regards to the supply with his/hers. While you are both totally free, you might one another keep a contact case unlock, and you may respond each other texts whenever they become. Believe me, it can be a lot of fun. So if you’re hectic for hours on end, you can just reply as soon as you pick go out, unlike cutting-off the latest conversation over repeatedly into the Kik. To your email you can just say “Sorry I am later, but I experienced to take action and therefore and that”, while on texting people never apparently bother. Full, you can keep discussions far more alive and you will more than you might into the Kik or the competitors, crucial in the event that days go-by and you simply cannot build create that have several sentence long texts.
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Risk Management: Property, Casualty, Life, Disability, and Extended Care Insurance Thumbnail
When it comes to creating a sound financial strategy, many people think of creating a diversified portfolio or making sure they’re regularly contributing to their retirement plan. But a good financial plan includes insuring against the unexpected and making sure that no matter what happens, you’re covered.
If you’re younger and have a lot of life ahead of you, you might wonder why you need to consider disability insurance or life insurance. But the point of insurance is to expect the unexpected and make sure that you've taken care of yourself and your family if something happens to you.
Each type of insurance has specific coverages and restrictions, and some types of insurance make more sense than others, depending on your age. Talk with your financial advisor to ensure that insurance is a part of your strategy.
• Property insurance may take the form of homeowners insurance, renters insurance, or insurance against a specific natural disaster, like flood or earthquake insurance. Property insurance typically covers the building itself and the contents within it should something happen. A rental policy will cover your possessions as a renter should something happen to your building. You’ve spent a lifetime building up your possessions; if everything were lost tomorrow, you wouldn’t want to outlay the funds to rebuy everything you own.1
• Casualty insurance protects you against claims or lawsuits made against you by outside parties. Casualty insurance is already bundled in if you already have homeowners and auto insurance. For example, if someone falls down deck stairs because you failed to maintain them, the casualty part of your homeowners insurance would cover this type of claim.2
• Life insurance is a way of providing financial support to your loved ones after you’re gone. You’ll pay a premium, typically monthly or annually, and pay a death benefit to your beneficiaries after you’re gone. Death benefit money can be used to pay funeral expenses, mortgage or rent payments, and day-to-day living expenses. Younger people typically overlook this type of insurance, but life insurance should be a part of everyone’s financial plan.3
• Disability insurance protects you if you become disabled and unable to work. It’s helpful to think of disability insurance as insurance for your income. The two types of disability insurance—short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD)—are typically offered as part of or in addition to your insurance options provided by your employer. STD typically covers periods of injury or disability from 13-26 weeks, while LTD usually offers several years of continuous income replacement after a work-ending workplace injury. However, these policies only typically cover a percentage of your previous income. Still, having at least some of your income covered is better than nothing.4
• Extended care insurance, sometimes referred to as long-term care insurance, is designed to help cover you after age 65 and provide in-patient or at-home care for a chronic condition. Extended care insurance can cover nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health aides, and private-duty nurses. Extended care insurance is also less expensive the younger you are, so if you’re approaching 50, it’s something to start considering.5
Insurance is an essential part of your life and financial strategy. By preparing for the worst (while hoping for the best), you’ll be able to handle any changes in your life and provide yourself with some protection against significant disasters or illnesses. Remember, you can’t control everything that happens in life, but you can create a plan that will support you no matter what.
1. https://www.thebalance.com/what-is-property-insurance-5201635
2. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/car-insurance/what-is-casualty-insurance/
3. https://www.usnews.com/insurance/life-insurance/how-does-life-insurance-work
4. https://www.forbes.com/sites/paulamorgan/2021/05/19/everything-you-need-to-know-about-disability-insurance/?sh=36ccba1c3420
5. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/l/ltcinsurance.asp
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First-Year and Multiyear Sea Ice Incidence Angle Normalization of Dual-Polarized Sentinel-1 SAR Images in the Beaufort Sea
Artikel i vetenskaplig tidskrift, 2020
Automatic and visual sea ice classification of SAR imagery is impeded by the incidence angle dependence of backscatter intensities. Knowledge of the angular dependence of different ice types is therefore necessary to account for this effect. While consistent estimates exist for HH polarization for different ice types, they are lacking HV polarization data, especially for multiyear sea ice. Here we investigate the incidence angle dependence of smooth and rough/deformed first-year and multiyear ice of different ages for wintertime dual-polarization Sentinel-1 C-band SAR imagery in the Beaufort Sea. Assuming a linear relationship, this dependence is determined using the difference in incidence angle and backscatter intensities from ascending and descending images of the same area. At cross-polarization rough/deformed first-year sea ice shows the strongest angular dependence with -text{0.11} dB/1{circ } followed by multiyear sea ice with -text{0.07} dB/text{1}{circ }, and old multiyear ice (older than three years) with -text{0.04} dB/text{1}{circ }. The noise floor is found to have a strong impact on smooth first-year ice and estimated slopes are therefore not fully reliable. At co-polarization, we obtained slope values of -0.24, -0.20, -text{0.15}, and -text{0.10} dB/text{1}{circ } for smooth first-year, rough/deformed first-year, multiyear, and old multiyear sea ice, respectively. Furthermore, we show that imperfect noise correction of the first subswath influences the obtained slopes for multiyear sea ice. We demonstrate that incidence angle normalization should not only be applied to co-polarization but should also be considered for cross-polarization images to minimize intra ice type variation in backscatter intensity throughout the entire image swath.
Incidence angle
sea ice
Wiebke Aldenhoff
Leif Eriksson
Yufang Ye
Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory (Zhuhai)
Céline Heuzé
Göteborgs universitet
IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing
1939-1404 (ISSN)
Vol. 13 1540-1550 9056528
Unfolding Sea Ice Dynamics with SAR
Rymdstyrelsen (192/15), 2016-01-01 -- 2018-12-31.
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Largely I think you are right. You do not need to learn a new OS in great detail. However, there will be some that want to know, where will I find this?, what is the pc equivalent of this?, is there a pc equivalent of this?, etc. but these are fairly easy to anticipate and training could be put in place for that.
I moved from the UK, where there are virtually no mac schools, to the US where there are a lot of mac schools. I had to learn the Mac OS as I had never really used it before, but tech orientated people just pick it up the more they use it. Depends on what kind of staff you have.
Hidden costs? A decent antivirus? Upgrading servers? Reconfiguring staff/student logins?
Indigo is probably the person to ask about this....
Thanks to you both for responding. I greatly appreciate any information I receive.
Years of PD?
No. I switched from Windows to Ubuntu. As you know, they are very similar. For people really slow with technology, they might need an afternoon to have someone walk them through the new os. But really, what are they going to use besides the office suite, Firefox and any apps they download?
Increased Cost?
I don't see how. If your switching to the cloud, any software you encounter will be at worst cheap, and at best free. If you are on netbooks (cheaper than mac books), and switch to a Linux OS (free), you still haven't increased cost. In fact, chances are when your school buys netbooks, they are going to come pre-installed with windows. You can get the money you spent on the licenses back from Microsoft (part of the anti-trust settlement from 13 years ago) and get nearly $100 per PC bought.
There will be an increased cost in training your IT person Linux admin. But hopefully you have a good IT person and (s)he already knows a little about it.
Some benefits, however is you don't need to worry about viruses nearly as much as you do with windows. Linux is the most stable OS, and very hard to crash. And it's FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hidden costs?
The transfer costs of getting everyone's data from one platform to another. This is not an easy task. It is usually very time consuming.
I'm excited to hear that your school will be working in the cloud. My feeling is, if your administration has already said yes to the cloud, the problems you have above will work out themselves.
Thank you for responding. I greatly appreciate your help. I'll be presenting to the tech committee and the board within the next few months regarding this. I'll keep you posted on things are going. If you have anything else to add to the discussion it's always welcome.
Thank you for responding. I appreciate the information, and candor.
One thing I've heard is that there's a steep learning curve when switching to Linux, especially for the non-tech inclined. I wonder about that. Any thoughts regarding that I welcome.
I'll be presenting to the tech committee and school board within the next few months regarding this. I'll keep you posted on how things are going.
Again, thank you for taking the time to respond so thoughtfully.
We made "The Big Switch" few years ago. The kids didn't miss a beat. Most of their parents had Windows-based machines at home, so the change for them was easy. Some initial "beginners" staff development was offered for those who wanted/needed it. Did it take years? No way. If you were using Office on the Mac, the programs are nearly identical. (There are subtle differences, but nothing dramatic.)
We're a 5-8 building, and we started with the 5-6 half on Macs and the 7-8 half on PC's. Drove the tech staff NUTS. However, the driving factor was cost. The number of machines we could purchase was a no-brainer. We did keep a lab of Macs for editting and multi-media purposes.
As for staffing, we had one tech person in our building when we were mac/pc and we still just have one person now that we're all PC.
Just some thoughts, hope it helps.
Thank you for the information. I've suspected the changes aren't as dramatic as we've (the staff) have been led to believe. If you have any more ideas, information to add it's always welcome. I'll keep you posted on the goings-on at my end.
Again, thanks for taking the time to respond.
What is wrong with knowing more? Why is there so much fear? I love Apple. I love Windows. I love Linux. Knowing about these operating systems broadens my skills in technology. I have the good fortune of having all three OS in my classroom. I can pick and choose depending on my students' needs. It's kind of like knowing three languages. I am still learning and have a long way to go, but I am having fun. All this technology can work together. Our district has an infrastructure that easily supports Apple and Windows platforms. My Edubuntu lab fits and plays well with everyone at no cost to anyone and works when our school network is down. Knowledge is power.
They fear the unknown and there is the issue of job security. Ha! my Edubuntu lab is virtually maintenance free. All the while, our district tech. guys are running all over the place trying to fix problems with the new technology. And... my system is around ten years old. I never toot my horn too loud. I always try to help and model the potential of new ideas. I like to bring my old previously discarded laptop running Ubuntu to our Site Tech. meetings with all its Open Source software. I feel empowered knowing that I have a choice. I know that I own my technology and no one can take that away or limit my progress either financially or through proprietary limitations.
Charles, I agree with Indigo. You should try a live Linux CD. I suggest trying Ubuntu because it is user friendly. When I think about learning technology I think of music and playing the saxophone. The more styles you learn and are exposed to the better and more well rounded musician you will be. I am familiar with Apple and Windows and the software associated with these two operating systems. I wanted a lab in my classroom, but found it impossible to afford. Then I discovered Linux and a world of possibilities were opened to me. I explored Knoppix, Fedora, Suse, Damn Small Linux, Ubuntu, Xubuntu, Edubuntu, LTSP, and K12LTSP. I chose Edubuntu and it is working fabulously in my classroom of 14 computers. My school is an Apple school and this technology is expensive. During these economic times our district's technology assets have been placed on hold. Expansion at my school and other schools have stopped for the time being. I refused to accept this roadblock. Since my dabbling in Linux a little over a year ago, we now have 4 labs with a total of 40 computers. All computers were donated with exception of my server. We use them on a daily bases for writing, research, and learning support. Your ill functioning laptops might work well as thin clients since you will not need your hard drives. Check out the Linux option. It is something that you can do on your own and there is virtually no cost.
Sir, you have the capacity to read minds. This was something I tried to set-up in my classroom, but was denied the opportunity. I thank you, and will keep you posted on the goings-on.
Denied the opportunity? Linux is a very secure system that requires permissions at every turn. Education is everything and your administrator simply does not know the facts. Heck, Apple is based upon a Linux/Unix type operating system. In fact, you can access the Apple system using Linux commands within the command line. You know what would be funny? What if just for the fun of it, you get one of the new Apples and create a dual boot option that includes Edubuntu LTSP? I would go for it anyway. Start small, two or three computers. Put Edubuntu Desktop on them. You don't have to tell anyone what you are doing. Keep them offline at first. Oh! You can set up a LTSP lab in your class and keep it off line. When no one is looking you can connect your server to one of the LAN drops. Yeah! In my fifth grade classroom I have one server that supports 14 clients. Half the district network was out of commission for two days. My students were still able to type papers, play games, work on presentations, and write a news letter without going online. It is amazing how you can have a network of computers working through one server in the classroom with only one cable accessing the internet. Any computer can be a server. I set up a lab that runs 5 computers with a computer my brother found in the trash. All I needed to do was put in an extra gigabit ethernet port, put in a hard drive that was in my garage and buy 2 gigs worth of RAM. It had a 2.4 GHz Pentium 4 Processor. Configure your server at home. I know it is difficult going against the norm. I have been trying to get my district tech. supervisor to come and see what I am doing. He says okay, but he just doesn't care. However, he allows my system to exist because it is not costing my school or district one cent other than minimal energy costs. We will spend $50,000 on an Apple lab with 30 computers. I have created a few labs with a total of about 40 computers for about $1,200. The main cost was my used server that was $900, original price three years ago $4,000. You know what? It is just plain old fun using technology that belongs to you, having the freedom to configure exactly what you want and need. I am not a tech. guru. I have been doing this for only about a year and a half with a base knowledge only in software, Microsoft Office, Finale Music, and Adobe Illustrator. I encourage you to be a Maverick, start small. Your learning lab will not even access the network at your school. All student accounts are on your server. You will just access the internet and no one, I mean no one will be able to gain access to your server unless you give them permission. You will be in control. Good luck Charles. I know that I have given you quite an earful. Hopefully I have not been overbearing.
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It won't.
It's selling very well, but I don't think it'll have the legs to push that far away.
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Measuring E-commerce firms’ performance
The week began with the news of the online grocer PepperTap closing its grocery business to become a pureplay logistics firm (see here). And we just read that SnapDeal is recalliberating its performance metrics (read here). So, what exactly is the problem and what can we do about it?
The investor obsession with GMV
Throughout the world, venture capitalists and other investors have used the metric of Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) to measure the performance of E-commerce firms. Everyone manages what they are measured on. So, all E-commerce firms focused on increasing their GMV, that is increasing the gross value of their sales. What this obsession with gross sales does to firms is that there is significant incentive to pursue what I call as “profitless growth”, where only the topline matters, with no attention whatsoever on all other parameters. Especially so, when the entire industry thrived on deep discounting and low customer switching and multi-homing costs. Focus on just one parameter like the GMV might be valuable when the business just sets up to measure the initial traction amongst the target customer groups, but continued focus on the single parameter can lead to misplaced strategies.
Evolving other measures
After all, E-commerce is also a business that needs to provide sustained returns to its shareholders. As with all for-profit businesses, good measurement of performance should include a variety of metrics that reflect the organization’s priorities and strategies. For a consumer focused multi-category retail business, it would be prudent to measure performance on the following four parameters – (a) gross and net (of returns) revenues; (b) gross and net margins; (c) customer addition, loyalty, and attrition; and (d) distribution of sales across categories in line with the firm strategy/ priorities (merchandising mix).
The bane of COD
The boom of Indian Ecommerce industry and its reach to tier II and tier III towns in India could be attributed to the industry adopting “cash on delivery” as a means of payment. With the proliferation of mobile phones and 3G/ 4G coverage across the country, customers with smartphones, and with no access to any digital transaction platform (like a credit card/ debit card/ wallet) can easily buy goods online. And pay for them when they actually receive them through cash. The impact of this on Ecommerce companies is three-fold: adding more number of customers, providing time for customers to actually make up their mind – they could actually return the goods when they arrive with no liability at all (see the recent Flipkart ads), and larger investments in working capital for the industry (either the platform or its suppliers, or both). Therefore, it is imperative that the E-commerce firms measure not just their gross merchandise value, but include the GMV net of returns, or Net Merchandise Value (to account for returns).
E-commerce = discounts
The primary selling proposition of E-commerce firms in India have been around deep discounts. While the idea of a zero-inventory marketplace model (that Amazon pioneered over a decade and half ago) does provide sufficient economies of scale and cost advantages, competitive discounting in the Indian E-commerce industry has over the years shaped customer expectations to the extent of equating online buying to deep discounting. Therefore, measuring gross and net margins of the entire firm is imperative.
Spreading Commerce to the “hinterlands”
The first line of defense Ecommerce firms take umbrage to when someone accuses them of being focused on a single parameter is that “the industry is in its infancy, and we need to broaden our net”. True that the low penetration of E-commerce in India provides a big opportunity for growth, we need to define appropriate metrics to measure the firm’s performance on that front. It is therefore important that firms measure the total number of transactions (as a proxy for volume sales in the offline world), number of active customers (as a measure of customer concentration – or an ABC analysis of customers), number of new customers added (not registrations but at least on transaction), average GMV per customer (as a measure for identifying high-value customers), average contribution per customer (gross profitability), and the proportion of customers whose GMV increased over the past period. In addition to this, we need to also factor in the cost of acquiring customers (CAC), and derive the long term value (LTV) of customers to evaluate performance. As the firm matures, it should strive to bring the CAC lower than the LTV.
PepperTap’s source of worry (read the article on here) was its rapid expansion to new towns where the costs of servicing was far higher than the LTV of the customers in those geographies. As they cut down on the number of cities, their performance improved. Therefore, it is imperative that Ecommerce firms measure and report their CAC and LTV of their customers as a key performance metric.
Alignment with strategic priorities
For a multi-category retailer, the distribution of its sales, costs and margins across categories is a critical parameter to monitor. Firms may prioritize certain categories over others as per their market position and strategic priorities. Successful firms therefore need to measure and monitor their performance across categories, and benchmark against their intent and priorities.
Creating a holistic dashboard
In sum, E-commerce firms would do well to measure, monitor, and report their performance on the four categories of parameters including (a) the traditional GMV, and a GMV net of returns; (b) overall gross margins and net margins for the firm; (c) total number of transactions, number of active customers, new customers added, average GMV per customer, average contribution per customer, proportion of customers registering increase in contribution over the past period, and the cost of acquiring customers; and (d) distribution of GMV, GMV net of sales, gross margins, net margins, number of (net of returns) sales, and CAC & LTV numbers in each category.
Interesting times lie ahead for the industry, as the golden tap of venture capital finance dries up, leading to reduction in discounts and possibly consolidation of firms to leverage the traditional scale economies of a zero-inventory marketplace model.
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C8 Disc Herniations Respond to Vancouver Chiropractic
Thoracic disc herniations. They are not very common. They are not discussed much. But thoracic disc herniations do exist. The C7/T1 disc herniations are even more unusual and are reported in the spine literature more because of their unusualness. Vancouver Disc Centers welcomes unusual! Unusual calls for care and attention. Vancouver Disc Centers tends to unusual presentations like thoracic disc herniations, specifically those at the C7/T1 level of the spine which is also known as the cervicothoracic junction where the neck connects with the upper back.
Unusual Disc Herniation
C7/T1 disc herniations are unusual from their adjacent segments, cervical disc herniations (neck) and thoracic disc herniations (mid-back). Why? They have a habit of herniating laterally (out to the side) instead of centrally. What makes that unusual? The C7/T1 disc level does not typically have Luschka joints. These joints secure the intervertebral discs in place and lessen the risk of herniation. They permit flexion and extension and control the extent of lateral flexion in the neck. One medical report documents a rare occurrence of a central C7/T1 disc herniation that caused lower extremity numbness and weakness in addition to gait disturbance though in a patient who tells of no or very little hand pain or numbness that would otherwise be expected. (1) Be confident that your Vancouver chiropractor will do a careful examination and discern the root cause of your pain with awareness of unusual occurrences like this.
Symptoms of C8 Disc Herniation
C7/T1 disc herniations make up 3.5% to 4% of all herniated cervical discs. (2,3) They are inclined to be misdiagnosed due to their unusual neurological findings. C7/T1 disc herniations (aka herniations of the C8 disc) cause weakness in hand muscles. The C8 nerve roots exit between the C7 vertebra and the T1 vertebra. (4) They are positioned above the C8 disc making it unusual for a disc herniation to compress the C8 nerve. (5) Nonetheless when it does, a C7/T1 disc herniation usually fires pain down the arm into the ring and pinky fingers (which may be confusing as pain here is telling of ulnar neuropathy). (3,4) It will not be confusing to your Vancouver chiropractor though! Vancouver Disc Centers knows the tests to do and questions to ask to make the diagnosis.
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Finding Ethics in Data Security
We live in a world increasingly intertwined with software; the Internet of Things allows companies to collect data relating to not only what we type, but on where we are, who we are with, how we drive our vehicles, and more intimate details like our sleeping patterns and heart rates. In the near future it will be trivial to sequence an individual’s genomic information and make predictions about their personality traits and health.
Modern computers have the space and power to analyze this data incredibly efficiently, and if Moore’s Law continues to hold up, we will start to see real time analysis of an individual’s genetic constitution. The implications of this are far reaching; individuals could be discriminated against on a level far deeper than gender or ethnicity, and it has the potential to impact everything from loans, job prospects, insurance and even our interpersonal relationships – imagine a dating app based on genetic viability.
Although ‘genetic fortune telling’ may seem a way off, the way we handle privacy and data security now will build the foundations for the future, and engineers often play the role of gatekeeper to the systems which contain this sensitive information. To whom is their moral obligation? The client, the user, or perhaps the Government?
The Home Office’s stance
The terrorist attack on Westminster in March 2017 brought the issue to the fore when a WhatsApp message was sent a few minutes before the attack, which the government were unable to decipher due to the end to end encryption in place. Should the engineers responsible for this encryption allow the government access, or decrypt the messages for them? To the Home Secretary, Amber Rudd, the answer is clear; WhatsApp have a moral obligation to allow the government ‘backdoor access’ to its messaging services. The rationale for this is that terrorists should not have a place to hide online, that encryption enables terrorists to communicate freely and that society would be a safer place if encryption were banned. Although it’s likely a difficult task to ban a branch of mathematics, it would be an even more difficult task to enable worldwide banking and e-commerce without encryption. The does not seem, to me, to be a viable solution.
Perhaps had the government had access to WhatsApp’s data they could have intervened sooner, however it seems unlikely given the two minute time frame. More likely, they would have been able to analyze this information after the incident to glean a better insight into the cause, however this is not without its own risks. A backdoor for one individual means an exposed point for groups with less than ethical ideals. A ‘secure backdoor’ is not secure – people can and will access it and their intentions most likely won’t be good. Would every holder of personal data (almost every company operating on the web) be expected to have a backdoor? This would present incredibly difficult to solve problems for keeping personal data secure, and largely useless too; no organisation has the computing power to analyze all of this data fast enough to make use of it. Perhaps some time in the future, but not now.
Practices for Ethical Engineering
There is a solution, I believe, which is more balanced. It is the system currently in place; the government requests access to encrypted organisational data, and the organisation makes a choice to either release the data or refuse access. Ethically, I believe they have an obligation to support the government in investigations, but the government also have an ethical obligation not to put society’s personal data at risk of exposure.
So where does this leave the ethical obligations of the engineer? Should they make a stand and refuse to allow access to data if it is requested, if it conflicts with their moral principles? This is a far more difficult question to answer. It is so subjective that it cannot, I believe, be generalised broadly. There are however a few practices which can be applied broadly, and that would in my mind, mark both a professional and ethical engineer from a security perspective:
• An engineer should always stay on top of security developments and potential vulnerabilities in their chosen tools.
• They should understand the advantages of other technologies, and when using them offers their customers better security.
• They should have a good knowledge of cryptographic methods. Perhaps not at the implementation level, but at least a high level understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of each.
• They should have a good understanding of data backup methods to mitigate the risk of data loss, but to also ensure the data isn’t easily accessed by those who shouldn’t be able to.
• They should ensure that physical access to infrastructure is secure if it is kept on site. Failing that, a reliable infrastructure provider should be used.
• The geographic location of third party hardware should be considered carefully. Different countries have different data protection laws.
Looking to the future
Data plays an integral role in our day to day lives, and it is likely to play a more important role in the future. The data being collected is becoming more personal, more invasive and as a result, our responsibility to keep it secure has never been greater. Whatever the ethical implications of the particular situation, as long as an engineer does all they can to ensure the security and integrity of their customer’s data, at a professional level I believe they have fulfilled their moral obligations.
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ICYMI: Republicans Expanding your 2nd Amendments Rights in Helena
HELENA, Mont. – ICYMI: Governor Greg Gianforte yesterday signed House Bill 102 into law. The new law expands Montanans’ gun rights and makes Montana a safer place to live.
“Every law-abiding Montanan should be able to defend themselves and their loved ones. That’s why today, I’m signing H.B. 102 into law,” Governor Greg Gianforte said before signing the bill.
H.B. 102 allows Montanans to carry a concealed firearm for self-defense without written authorization from the government, simplifies a confusing patchwork of gun laws in our state, eliminates government-mandated places where only criminals are armed, and modernizes Montana’s outdated carry laws to reflect safe carrying of firearms in the 21st century.
After Montana Republicans vowed to defend your 2nd Amendment Rights relentlessly, the passage of H.B. 102 into law is the latest example of Republican leadership delivering a big win for all Montana gun owners.
The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Seth Berglee (R-Joliet), released the following statement in response:
“House Bill 102 ensures that law-abiding Montanans’ right to self-defense is protected from state barriers. This legislation allows concealed carry without a permit in the same places that open carry is currently allowed, which is the safer modern way of carrying firearms. I thank Governor Gianforte for signing this Republican priority bill into law.”
Attorney General Austin Knudsen issued the following statement after Governor Greg Gianforte signed House Bill 102 into law:
“At a time when the president is calling for state-level gun registries, strong legislation affirming Montanans’ gun rights is more important than ever. No bill in the last 20 years has done more to protect our fundamental right to keep and bear arms than Representative Seth Berglee’s bill that was signed into law today. I join hundreds of thousands of my fellow Montana gun owners in thanking Representative Berglee for getting this bill across the finish line.” | [] |
Char-grilled oysters and ceviche Credit: Jamie Ramsay
Let’s get this part out of the way first: Oyster Bah is a very dumb name for a very good restaurant. It’s akin to Rich Melman’s Boston cousin opening a steak house called Da Beef. The staff at Oyster Bah know it is a dumb name. This is likely why they refer to the restaurant as, simply, Oyster. As in, “Welcome to Oyster. I hope you enjoy your meal.” Since they do it, I will too.
Oyster is the latest spot in Melman’s vast Lettuce Entertain You empire, which has been opening good restaurants with dumb names since the 70s (Jonathan Livingston Seafood, Lawrence of Oregano) and using the restaurant experience to transport diners to other times and places since the 80s. Oyster is the LEYE version of a New England seafood shack, smaller and more casual than its corporate sibling, Shaw’s Crab House. During my first dinner there, my dining companion looked around at the wood-paneled walls, the mismatched tables and chairs, and the upside-down bushel-basket light fixtures and began to reminisce about her first-ever trip to Maine. Her husband had once dated a girl whose family had a summer house there and considered himself an expert on seafood shacks. He would’ve scorned Oyster, she said, and passed it by for some other, more authentic waterfront dive that smelled of salty ocean air instead of garlic butter.
That’s fair enough. But Oyster is not in Maine. It’s on North Halsted Street, and when it comes to finding decent seafood in that part of the world, we agreed, you could do far, far worse.
The centerpiece of Oyster’s menu, of course, is the oysters. You can eat them raw, or you can get them broiled, fried, or char-grilled, which gives them a nice smoky flavor. Whatever the preparation, the oysters are fresh. Oyster, through LEYE, boasts of a long-standing relationship with the oyster growers of North America, and flies in between eight and 12 varieties every day from both the east and west coasts. At the table, you are given for your inspection a menu of raw oysters that changes daily and attempts to describe the flavor each variety by comparing it to a different food, much like a wine list. (Is oyster snobbery a thing yet?) The language of oysters was new to both my dining companion and me, and so, like non-oenophiles faced with a wine list, we decided to cede the composition of a raw oyster platter to our server. She brought us a mixture of briny Atlantic and cucumbery Pacific bivalves already shucked on a bed of ice, with little dishes of horseradish and cocktail sauce. They tasted fresh and cold, and I made one small step toward self-discovery by realizing that I am more of a Pacific sort of person.
The rest of Oyster’s menu is sort of a Greatest Hits of New England and Other Places New England Whalers Visited, because why would any self-respecting seafood restaurant want to deprive its customers of ceviche or fish tacos? (There’s also a hamburger and chicken for those who refuse to accept that they are, indeed, in a seafood restaurant.) The most expensive thing on it is the $52.95 chilled seafood platter, which contains oysters, clams, shrimp, crab, and tuna poke, but you could be just as happy with the $7.95 plate of smoked trout dip, which comes with brown bread and cornichons—although it tastes more of paprika than of smoke. None of chef Pete Balodimas’s preparations is very daring or original, but everything is well executed.
The clam chowder was unusually polite, with dainty pieces of clam, potato, and bacon, but still creamy and delicious. The Atlantic cod was perfectly cooked, with crispy skin and flaky meat, and it held its texture despite its immersion in a clam broth. If more fish tasted like this, then more people would like fish. (Why is it, anyway, that when you want to describe a particularly bad-tasting fish, you say it tastes fishy?) And the Alaskan red crab meat was so fresh and firm that the drawn butter on the side felt completely superfluous. Or maybe it was the taste of victory; unlike some seafood houses that slit open crab shells in the kitchen, Oyster makes you crack and dig for your dinner.
One of the greatest regrets of my life is that I did not eat a lobster roll until I was 30. My adoration was instant and blinding. It’s hard for me to recognize if I’ve eaten a bad lobster roll—I’m not entirely convinced such a thing exists—but even I could tell that the lobster roll at Oyster is a very fine specimen, filled with generous chunks of meat served on a properly buttered and toasted split roll, unimpeded by herbs or shards of celery.
The true revelation of my time at Oyster, though, was the “stuffie,” a quahog clam chopped up and mixed with bread crumbs, celery, herbs, and chorizo and then baked in its shell. The crispy crumbs that stick to the side of the shell, what the French call the gratin, are particularly delicious. I have since learned that stuffies come from Rhode Island. I don’t know why Rhode Islanders don’t brag about them more.
But I suspect that the food wasn’t the only reason I was so happy during both the occasions I dined at Oyster. During one lull between courses, while my dining companion was in the bathroom, I sat back and looked around the dining room. Everyone else was in good spirits too: the families, the groups of friends, the couples on dates. People were talking animatedly. They were laughing. They gleefully plotted their attack on the chilled seafood platter. They ordered second rounds of drinks. They stayed to split a slice of the excellent coconut cake (which also makes a good morning-after breakfast).
Late winter is not normally a festive time in Chicago. Probably not in Maine, either. But we were all enjoying ourselves because the staff at Oyster—like the staffs at most other LEYE restaurants I’ve visited, going back to the theatrically rude waiters at the fake 50s diner Ed Debevic’s back in the 80s—believes that hospitality is just as important as food. The bussers kept the water glasses full, even after we’d paid the check. When two dishes were slow coming out of the kitchen, our server stopped by our table twice to keep us apprised of their progress, even after we told her it was perfectly fine. When she noticed my dining companion was drinking his cocktail a bit slowly, she asked him if there was another one he might like better. When we got the bill, we noticed that the second cocktail and the two tardy entrees had been removed. I have no proof that they didn’t know that I write about food sometimes, but the odds that I was on a review visit were slim. They just wanted us to be happy, and to come back someday. And we were. And we will. v | [] |
Does gum cause breast cancer?
Can periodontal cause breast cancer?
Meta-analysis indicated that periodontal disease significantly increased the risk of breast cancer by 1.22-fold (RR = 1.22, 95% CI = 1.06–1.40). Amongst participants with periodontal patients and a history of periodontal therapy, the risk of developing breast cancer was not significant (RR = 1.23; 95% CI = 0.95–1.60).
Can you get cancer from gum?
Gum cancers are a form of oral cancer. Most gum cancers form right on the gum surface and are a type of skin cancer known as squamous cell carcinoma.
Can a tooth infection cause breast cancer?
You may be 11 times more likely to develop breast cancer if you have poor oral health or gum disease. The Journal of Breast Cancer Research and Treatment conducted a survey of 3,273 people and found that individuals with chronic periodontal disease (gum disease) had a higher occurrence of breast cancer.
Can a gum abscess turn into cancer?
Reuters Health – Older women with gum infections are more likely to get many common cancers than their peers who have perfect oral health, a recent study suggests. Researchers focused on what’s known as periodontal disease, serious infections in the mouth that are caused by bacteria in dental plaque.
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Can breast cancer affect your teeth?
Breast cancer survivors and especially chemotherapy patients need to be aware that they are at a greater risk of tooth decay and other dental problems. There are connections between breast cancer and oral health.
How do I know if I have gum cancer?
Symptoms of gum cancer may include: white, red, or dark patches on the gums. bleeding or cracking gums. thick areas of the gums.
Where does mouth cancer usually start?
How does gum cancer feel?
A lump or thickening in the cheek. A white or red patch on the gums, tongue, tonsil, or lining of the mouth. A sore throat or persistent feeling that something is caught in the throat. Difficulty swallowing or chewing.
Can you get cancer from a bad tooth?
What can a rotten tooth do to your body?
Bacteria from an infected tooth can move to the bloodstream and create a medical condition called sepsis. Sepsis is a blood infection that commonly attacks people with low immune systems, such as patients in a hospital and significantly younger or older people.
Can bad teeth cause lymphoma?
Periodontal disease is associated with an increased risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), according to a study published in the International Journal of Cancer, though the underlying mechanisms are not yet known.
THIS MEANING: How common is head and neck cancer worldwide?
Is mouth cancer painful to touch?
Canker sores: Painful, but not dangerous
Does mouth cancer grow fast?
Is mouth cancer hard or soft?
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Is A Croaker Fish Good To Eat?
croaker in American English
(ˈkroukər) noun. a person or thing that croaks. any of several sciaenoid fishes that make a croaking noise, esp Micropogonias undulatus ( Atlantic croaker), found off the Atlantic coast of the southern U.S.
Where can I find croaker fish?
Small croakers are plentiful around the area piers and shore fishing spots. Bigger croaker are found in deeper water. 4. Croaker up to 3 pounds can be found at the Small Boat channel of the CBB-T.
Can you eat a yellow croaker?
Yellowfin croakers are safe to eat.
May anglers say they are tastier than white seabass and they contain less mercury. Most people will be safe eating 1-2 servings of these fish per week.
Is yellow croaker high in mercury?
The large yellow croakers had the highest concentrations of mercury, lead, nickel and zinc, and the levels of MeHg were positively correlated to T-Hg.
Does croaker fish taste good?
Croaker is lean and full flavored, with an almost sweet taste. The flesh is firm, similar to that of black drum. The skin is edible.
How healthy is croaker fish?
Fatty fish such as yellow croaker and salmon, in particular, contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids help lower the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke and are important for the foetal growth and neurological development.
What is the most unhealthy fish to eat?
6 Fish to Avoid
2. Chilean Sea Bass (aka Patagonian Toothfish) …
3. Grouper. …
4. Monkfish. …
5. Orange Roughy. …
6. Salmon (farmed)
Is croaker a bottom feeder?
Bottom-feeders, croakers prey upon bristle worms, mollusks, crustaceans and small fish.
What’s another name for croaker fish?
The Atlantic croaker is the loudest of the drum family. It is also referred to as a hardhead, with smaller ones called pin heads.
Why croaker fish is so expensive?
“Some fish are expensive because of their meat. But this species (large croaker fish) has a high demand because parts of it are known for their use in medicine and surgery,” said Abdul Rahim Baloch, marine biologist and Assistant Director, Environment Development Authority, Gwadar.
How can you tell a croaker fish?
Croakers can be identified by the following characteristics:
1. A silver body with a light pink glow with a silver and white bottom.
2. Irregular stripes on back and dorsal fin.
3. Deep notch on the dorsal fin.
4. Mature croakers (two to three years of age) are around 18 to 20 inches in length and are around three pounds on average.
Is croaker fish high in mercury?
Low-mercury fish: Atlantic croaker, Atlantic mackerel, catfish, crab, crawfish, flatfish (flounder and sole), haddock, mullet, pollack, and trout. … These fish are too high in mercury to be safe for women of childbearing age, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and young children.
Is Spotfin croaker good eating?
Food Value: An excellent mild-flavored fish that shares the same problems with pollution as the other croaker species. They may be unsafe to eat in certain localities. Comments: Spotfin croakers are one of the favorite inshore fishes of southern California.
Why is tilapia bad?
The bad news for tilapia is that it only contains 240 mg of omega-3 fatty acids per serving — ten times less omega-3 than wild salmon (3). If that wasn’t bad enough, tilapia contains more omega-6 fatty acids than it does omega-3.
What is the easiest fish to eat?
Best Tasting Fish for Beginners:
• Cod (Pacific Cod): Cod Fish tastes mild and slightly sweet with a delicate flakey texture. Cod is a great first fish because it can be flavored with a variety of flavor combinations from citrus to blackened seasonings. …
• Flounder: Flounder is another excellent beginner fish.
What fish Cannot be eaten?
Fish You Should Never Eat
• Tilapia. Did you know that in some regards, eating tilapia is worse than eating bacon? …
• Atlantic Cod. …
• Atlantic Flatfish (Atlantic halibut, flounder and sole) …
• Caviar. …
• Chilean Seabass. …
• Eel. …
• Farmed Salmon. …
• Imported Basa/Swai/Tra/Striped Catfish (Often Labeled “Catfish”)
What is the cheapest fish to eat?
White-fleshed fish is usually inexpensive, has a mild flavor, cooks quickly and it takes on pretty much whatever sauce or herbs you cook it in. The most popular kinds of white fish include cod, tilapia, haddock, catfish, grouper, bass and snapper.
What fish is the healthiest to eat?
From a nutritional standpoint, salmon is the clear winner of the healthiest fish competition. “Fattier fish from cold water are a better source of omega-3s” than other sources, Camire said, and salmon is king when it comes to the number of grams of omega-3s per ounce.
What are the four fish that should never be eaten?
Making the “do not eat” list are King Mackerel, Shark, Swordfish and Tilefish. All fish advisories due to increased mercury levels should be taken seriously. This is especially important for vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and older adults.
What kind of fish is yellow croaker?
Larimichthys polyactis, called the redlip croaker, small yellow croaker, little yellow croaker or yellow corvina, is a species of croaker native to the western Pacific, generally in temperate waters such as the East China Sea and the Yellow Sea.
Is croaker fish farmed?
Large yellow croaker (Larimichthys croceus)1 is a species of marine fish in the croaker family (Sciaenidae) native to the northwestern Pacific, generally in temperate waters such as the Taiwan Strait. … This species has been successfully farmed in China, contributing with more than half of the global output.
Is Croaker a saltwater fish?
Distinguishing Markings: Chin with 3-5 pairs of small barbells and 5 pores.
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Banks or Credit Unions: Which is Better For Coin Roll Hunting?
A coin roll hunter is someone who goes to a bank to get rolls- or even boxes -of coins to search through in hopes of finding rare and valuable coins. Is a coin roll hunter more likely to find valuable coins at a bank or a credit union?
First, let’s look into the differences between the two types of banking systems. A bank is a business like Wells Fargo or Chase which has customers and is owned by its shareholders. A credit union on the other hand, is owned by the “customers” who are referred to as members.
Credit unions are usually smaller than banks, but are also insured (by the NCUA instead of the FDIC). Credit unions, as smaller institutions, can have more flexibility in their rates and promotional offerings, although large banks may be more willing to take steep losses.
Whether or not you bank with a bank or a credit union, which is better for coin roll hunting?
The benefit of a regular bank is that they likely get a lot more traffic. A bank probably has more members coming in each day to deposit and take out coins. This can be good for a coin collector because they can be reasonably sure they are going through different coins.
The negative of more traffic is that it increases the likelihood another customer also collects coins. Plus, a larger and busier bank will have more employees (and bank tellers are notorious for buying the good coins out of the till.)
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A smaller credit union will have less coins coming in and out each day. This would make a credit union a bad place to check regularly, as many coins would be the same. A smaller bank will also have less coins on hand if you want to search through boxes
The benefit of a small bank or credit union is that it can be easier to develop a relationship with the tellers and managers. It’s great to build up a relationship so the employees can let you know if any interesting coins or old bills come in.
The Winner?
If you can pick only one, I would say a bigger and busier bank is the way to go. This way you can get a wider variety of coins each time you go in. Of course, there is no reason you can’t have more than one bank account.
One thing to consider is that credit unions often offer free savings or checking accounts. You could always open an account and keep a few dollars in there to buy coins every couple of weeks. Coming in regularly for coins is a good way to build rapport with the employees and hopefully they can let you know if any interesting coins come in.
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How to Use A CoinStar to Find Rare Coins
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Where do I check a Coinstar for silver?
Coinstar Labeled Coin hunting finding silver guide reject tray
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How often do you find rejected coins at a Coinstar?
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Are all Coinstar rejects valuable?
Does this only work for Coinstar brand coin counting machines?
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What is a Coin Mat and How Do They Work For Coin Roll Hunting?
Laminated coin mats are a great way to keep yourself organized and informed while Coin Roll Hunting!
If you don’t know what coin roll hunting is, I recommend checking out my more in-depth article “What is Coin Roll Hunting”. In brief, coin roll hunting is when a coin collector gets rolls of wrapped coins from the bank in search of treasures.
But how do you know what coins to be looking for? This is the problem which hunting and collecting coin roll sorting maps help you answer!
Note that the blurriness in the image was done intentionally by the seller. The distortion is to prevent copycats. The actual product you receive will be clear and legible.
The laminated mats are 11″x17″ inches, making them the perfect size to work on and they should fit on standard desk sizes. They are also dry-erase friendly, which means you can make notes or mark off denominations that you find.
In one review, a user was disappointed by the thickness of these mats. It’s important to note that these are not as thick as traditional dinner place-setting mats. These were designed to lay flat across a table.
In the center of the map is a 1909 penny, the first year of the wheat cent and one of the most sought after. This space is mostly blank, because this is where you keep the coins you are looking through. I recommend having a magnifying glass with you as well.
To the left and right of the cent you are given information about mintage numbers, double die varieties, valuable pennies, mint mark errors, and miscellaneous errors. These are great stats to have on hand and take you from a beginner coin roll hunter to an advanced one instantly!
Having this information on hand means you don’t need to flip through a big red book of coins to find information on each coin you find. Being faster, means you can go through more coins, which increases your odds of finding a valuable coin!
At the top, there are 32 outlines of circles, these spaces help you keep your coins organized. You can keep the coins you plan on saving in those spots, or stack coins by year.
For a beginner coin roll hunter, I always recommend starting with pennies as there is more to be found, but you can purchase mats for any denomination.
Here’s a list of available mats with links to each one:
Half Dollars:
Dollar Coins:
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Is Coin Collecting a Dying Hobby?
Do people still collect coins?
You have probably never heard people on the bus, or a National Television Show talking about coin collecting. Perhaps you have one friend or an older family member who collects coins. You may wonder, “Is coin collecting a dying hobby?”
To judge the popularity of coin collecting, we will look at trends in Google Search History. This tells us roughly how the number of people searching “coin collecting” is changing.
Looking at Google Search Interest from 2004 to 2020, it does look as if coin collecting is becoming less popular.
A clear downward trend in searches for “coin collecting”.
We can compare more than one search on Google. Let’s see what happens if we compare “coin collecting”, “valuable coins”, and “rare coins”.
Comparing searches for coin collecting to rare coins and valuable coins.
Searches for “coin collecting” are in blue, “valuable coins” in red, and “rare coins” in yellow.
Coin collecting has a clear downward trend. Rare coin searches are also falling, but not as steeply as coin collecting. On the other hand, searches for valuable coins has stayed the same.
What this all means
Coin collectors are increasingly becoming more focused on coins as a store of value or as a way to make money than for their historical significance.
This is not necessarily a bad thing, lots of coins are a great store of value due to their precious metal content. Collectors may become interested first for the metal and then become more interested in history as they get more involved in collecting coins.
It does mean that the market for coins is changing. Coin collectors may prefer to buy a Mercury dime for the silver instead of a Buffalo Nickel for the history.
The Upside
Coin collecting is not considered the “Hobby of Kings” for nothing. Although 2004 to 2020 may seem like a long time, coin collecting has been around since the Renaissance Era in the 14th Century.
All activities have long-term trends where they may become more or less popular. Perhaps tomorrow Billie Eilish will come out with a new song about how much she loves Standing Liberty Quarters and a whole new generation of coin collectors will be born!
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On a Personal Note
I’m 23 years old, at this age, none of my friends are interested in coins. Sometimes, when I mention I collect coins a friend will tell me that one of their parents collects coins as well.
Recently, my 13 year old cousin has begun collecting coins. I am so excited for her, as it shows a great depth of interest in history and economics. I definitely plan on sharing my collection with her.
Even more exciting, is that my grandfather, who is 81 years old and an avid coin collector, now has two grandchildren interested in coin collecting. Whenever I see him he now asks me how my coin collection is coming and offers to share information with me.
More exciting yet again, my grandfather inherited and learned much of what he knows about coins from his father! So, because my great-grandfather collected coins, he created another 3 generations of coin collectors!
Coin collecting probably won’t be the hip trend of 2021, but the hobby is not going to disappear completely. If you are worried about coin collecting losing popularity the best thing you can do is get others interested, especially young people!
If you are interested in collecting coins, check out: 4 Essential Items to Store and Handle Coins Properly!
If you have a friend or family member who collects coins check out my top 10 gifts for coin collectors!
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5 Hobbies That Go Great With Coin Collecting
What do coin collectors do when they aren’t looking at coins?
Coin collecting is a super fun hobby, but sometimes you lack motivation. Maybe you have just finished a type set, or spent lots of money on American Gold Eagles. It’s common to feel burnt out on a hobby every once in a while.
What should you do while you put coin collecting on the back burner?
Here is a list of 10 hobbies that don’t revolve around coins (but still feel similar.)
1.) Stamp Collecting
Stamps, courtesy of Mason B.
Part of the fun of coin collecting is that you get a new lens on US history. Stamp collecting is a great hobby for people who love coins for their history.
Stamps were first invented in 1837, so there are stamps that are over a century old. Plus, many stamps commemorate historical events. Just like coins, there are stamps for national parks, states, and historical figures. (Also lots and lots of Lady Liberty!)
There are stamp collecting albums for storage similar to coin albums as well as informational books.
2.) Metal Detecting
My Garret Ace 400
I got a metal detector to help me find old coins lost in the ground, but a metal detector can find much more than coins. I have also used my metal detector to find jewelry and help clean up trash. (You will find lots of trash metal detecting!)
Metal detecting gives you an excuse to walk along the beach or hike through the forest in search of treasures. It reminds me of coin roll hunting because there is a sense of searching for forgotten treasures.
I have a Garrett Ace 400 which is a great metal detector for finding coins. It even has a coin setting which helps you find coins faster.
3.) Woodworking
Woodworking Photo courtesy of Dominik Scythe
Any good coin collector eventually reaches the point where they have too many coins to fit in an old Altoid tin. You could move the coins to an old cigar box, but isn’t presentation almost as important as the coin itself?
Making your own coin box, or coin holders, is a super cool way to show off your coins. Plus, you could learn how to sell specialty coin boxes on Etsy! More money = more coins!
I love coin collecting, but often lament the fact that this hobby doesn’t give me the chance to create. By combining coin collecting with woodworking, you have a trove of woodworking ideas and the ability to create something.
4.) Photography
A camera wistfully pointed at the sky. Courtesy of Christian Wiediger.
Photographing coins is HARD. Since coins are so small and have a reflective surface, getting a clear picture is challenging.
I have little to no photography experience so learning to take pictures of coins has been an uphill battle. You need a good camera, natural lighting, and the perfect angle.
Even if you are not photographing coins, photography is a great reason to get outside and explore new places. You may learn about new animals and attractions in your area.
5.) Paper Money Collecting
A 2$ bill hanging in my room.
Collecting paper money is not as fun as collecting coins, (Sorry, paper fanatics!) but it is a good complimentary hobby.
You can look for misprints, mis-cut bills, star notes, and fancy serial numbers. Old paper money is often harder to find than old coins, as paper is less durable.
If you are looking to get started, buy some money holders to keep them safe and start looking through your wallet. You can even go to the bank and ask for a stack of bills to search through!
I’d recommend first searching for 2$ bills, silver certificates, foreign currency, and older bills.
Anything I missed? What complimentary hobbies do you have for coin collecting?
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Why Are Coin Prices So High on Etsy?
If you have ever searched a coin online, one of the first Google suggestions was likely a link to an Etsy Store for someone selling the coin for thousands of dollars.
You may have been excited and confused to see the price. Could this coin really be worth thousands? More, than likely, it’s not.
Etsy is an online shop where users can sell items they have made or sell used items. There is a great market for antique items on Etsy, but coins are generally way overpriced.
Here is a screenshot of a Google Search for a 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar:
Why are Etsy coins so expensive?!?!
The coin listed is not worth $49,999.98. Even for someone who overpays for this coin, $10 would be a ridiculous price. Susan B. Anthony dollar coins are still widely available in good condition. I could go to my local bank and get 10 of these right now.
A 1979 SBA Dollar I got in change from a vending machine.
There are two prevailing theories for why these listings exists.
Theory 1: The sellers hope buyers don’t know any better.
Many coins are bought for ridiculous prices because buyers don’t know how to price coins correctly.
The idea that someone would spend almost 50 thousand dollars on a coin without doing any research is crazy. But, I suppose these Etsy sellers only need one gullible buyer to make an immense profit. Selling $1 for $50,000? Ka-Ching!
Just because a coin is old, or not often seen in circulation, does not give it inherent value. Always research the price of a coin before you buy.
Theory 2: Money laundering.
I am but a humble coin collector, not very up-to-date on organized crime, but I have heard the idea floating around that these sellers are part of drug money laundering schemes.
The way this would work is sellers list coins for high prices, pay someone to buy the coin, and then the money is returned. The money is now “clean” because it has been used for a valid transaction. (If you want to know more about money laundering watch Ozark on Netflix.)
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In some ways this makes a lot of sense, coin collecting is more art than science. Art has always been used for money laundering. Any item that has a highly speculative value can be used for these kinds of schemes.
I’m not sure if this theory holds up, however. Someone looking to launder money could do much smaller, less obvious values. Do people laundering money really worry about Etsy fees cutting into their profits?
Cheaper places to buy coins than on Etsy:
Honestly, there are very, very few places more expensive than Etsy. Even Amazon often has cheaper coins! Browse through Amazon’s collection here: Amazon Collectible Coins
I would recommend buying from a trusted coin dealer on eBay or even a gold/silver distributor like SD Bullion or Money Metals Exchange. By shopping at either of these sites by clicking a link from American Coin Stash, you also support this site! American Coin Stash is an affiliate advertiser of SD Bullion and Money Metals Exchange because I trust both of these companies.
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If you are looking for very specific coins, not in a lot and have a good eye for spotting genuine coins, eBay is a great resource! Just remember to know what you are looking for, it is easy to get addicted to eBay bidding. Plus, eBay is more likely to have fake products or mislabeled items. Sometimes the sellers don’t even know they may be mis-advertising a coin!
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Map of the Mind // Carl Jung, Introduction to Jungian Psychology: Notes of the Seminar on Analytical Psychology Given
“I have shown in the diagram] the individual in relation to the world of external objects on the one hand and to the collective unconscious images on the other. Connecting him with the first world, that is, the world of external objects, is the persona, developed by the forces from within and the forces from without in interaction with one another. We may think of the persona as the bark of a conscious personality. As we have indicated elsewhere, it is not wholly our choice what the persona shall be, for we can never control entirely the forces that are to play on our conscious personalities.
The center of this conscious personality is the ego. If we take the layer “back” of this ego, we come to the personal subconscious. This contains our incompatible wishes or fantasies, our childhood influences, repressed sexuality, in a word all those things we refuse to hold in consciousness for one reason or another, or which we lose out of it. In the center is the virtual nucleus or central government, representing the totality of the conscious and unconscious self…We can speak of the conscious ego as the subjective personality, and of the shadow self as the objective personality. This latter, made up of what is part of the collective unconscious in us, carries the things that appear in us as effects. For we do have effects on people
which we can neither predict nor adequately explain.”
— C.G. Jung, 1925 Seminar, Lecture 16, Pages 138-139
Essential Properties of Experience
Intrinsic existence: Consciousness exists: each experience is actual—indeed, that my experience here and now exists (it is real) is the only fact I can be sure of immediately and absolutely. Moreover, my experience exists from its own intrinsic perspective, independent of external observers (it is intrinsically real or actual).
Composition: Consciousness is structured: each experience is composed of multiple phenomenological distinctions, elementary or higher-order. For example, within one experience I may distinguish a book, a blue color, a blue book, the left side, a blue book on the left, and so on.
Information: Consciousness is specific: each experience is the particular way it is—being composed of a specific set of specific phenomenal distinctions—thereby differing from other possible experiences (differentiation). For example, an experience may include phenomenal distinctions specifying a large number of spatial locations, several positive concepts, such as a bedroom (as opposed to no bedroom), a bed (as opposed to no bed), a book (as opposed to no book), a blue color (as opposed to no blue), higher-order “bindings” of first-order distinctions, such as a blue book (as opposed to no blue book), as well as many negative concepts, such as no bird (as opposed to a bird), no bicycle (as opposed to a bicycle), no bush (as opposed to a bush), and so on. Similarly, an experience of pure darkness and silence is the particular way it is—it has the specific quality it has (no bedroom, no bed, no book, no blue, nor any other object, color, sound, thought, and so on). And being that way, it necessarily differs from a large number of alternative experiences I could have had but I am not actually having.
Integration: Consciousness is unified: each experience is irreducible and cannot be subdivided into non-interdependent, disjoint subsets of phenomenal distinctions. Thus, I experience a whole visual scene, not the left side of the visual field independent of the right side (and vice versa). For example, the experience of seeing the word “BECAUSE” written in the middle of a blank page is not reducible to an experience of seeing “BE” on the left plus an experience of seeing “CAUSE” on the right. Similarly, seeing a blue book is not reducible to seeing a book without the color blue, plus the color blue without the book.
Exclusion: Consciousness is definite, in content and spatio-temporal grain: each experience has the set of phenomenal distinctions it has, neither less (a subset) nor more (a superset), and it flows at the speed it flows, neither faster nor slower. For example, the experience I am having is of seeing a body on a bed in a bedroom, a bookcase with books, one of which is a blue book, but I am not having an experience with less content—say, one lacking the phenomenal distinction blue/not blue, or colored/not colored; or with more content—say, one endowed with the additional phenomenal distinction high/low blood pressure. Moreover, my experience flows at a particular speed—each experience encompassing say a hundred milliseconds or so—but I am not having an experience that encompasses just a few milliseconds or instead minutes or hours.
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At a Glance
Acute pyelonephritis results from bacterial invasion of the renal parenchyma. Escherichia coli accounts for 70-90% of uncomplicated urinary tract infections and 20-50% of complicated infections.
Patients demonstrate a wide range of presentations with pyelonephritis, ranging from a mild illness to sepsis. Patients usual present with fever, flank or back pain, shaking chills, and irritation related to bladder voiding. Typically, the irritation can be described as urgency, frequency, or dysuria. Associated with the disease is nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Signs include fever, tachycardia, and pronounced costovertebral angle tenderness.
Acute pyelonephritis may be life-threatening or cause loss or permanent scarring of a kidney. Two thousand five hundred cases occur in the United States each year with 200,000 patients requiring hospitalization.
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Gross hematuria occurs infrequently with pyelonephritis being more common with lower urinary tract infections, such as hemorrhagic cystitis.
Pyuria, which is defined as more than 5-10 white blood cells (WBCs) per high-power field, is present in almost all patients with pyelonephritis. Usually, there are more than 20 WBCs/high power field in acute cases, with lower numbers in subacute cases.
The dipstick leukocyte esterase test (LET) is useful in screening for pyuria and is aided by the nitrite production test (NPT). Combined, they have a sensitivity of 79% and specificity of 81%.
The urine microscopic examination may show hematuria, but hematuria is nonspecific. White cell casts are suggestive of pyelonephritis.
Proteinuria is expected up to 2 grams/day. If proteinuria exceeds 3 grams/day, one should suspect glomerulonephritis. The presence of bacteria on microscopic examination is suggestive but may be present in lower urinary tract infections.
Urine culture is indicated in any patient with pyelonephritis, especially to screen for antibiotic resistance.
Blood cultures are indicated in any patient who had been or is in the process of being admitted. Approximately 12-20% of blood cultures are positive in acute glomerulonephritis. (Table 1)
Table 1
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Urinalysis Urine Culture Blood Culture
leukocytosis with left shift pyruria, bacteria, variable amounts of hematuria, occasionally with white casts heavy growth of E. coli may be positive
Antibiotics, such as aninoglycosides, beta-lactams, and quinolones, may interfere with urine and blood cultures.
What Lab Results Are Absolutely Confirmatory?
Positive urine cultures confirm the presence of a urinary tract infection. Renal ultrasound helps localize the lesion.
Hematuria can be caused by other diseases, such as glomerulonephritis, lupus, diabetes mellitus, Goodpasture’s syndrome, polyarteritis nodosa, hemolytic uremic syndrome, physical conditions of kidneys, such as stones or trauma, bladder neoplasms, bladder stones, cystitis, urethritis, urethritis, Schistosomiasis, diverticulitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and appendicitis.
The following should be ordered:
CBC (absolute leukocyte count)
Urinalysis with microscopic
Urine culture
Blood culture
The findings in pyelonephritis can be nonspecific. The degree of pyuria and hematuria does not correlate with the severity of symptoms. | [] |
Joan Ricart-Huguet (/ʒuˈan riˈkart uˈɣɛt/)
Welcome! I am an Assistant Professor at Loyola University Maryland. I was a Postdoctoral Associate and Lecturer at the Program on Ethics, Politics, & Economics at Yale University. I received my Ph.D. in Politics from Princeton University and an M.A. in Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences from Columbia University as a la Caixa Graduate Fellow.
I study comparative politics and historical political economy. My interests are wide-ranging and include political elites, colonial investments and legacies, education, and culture, with a focus on developing countries. My work is forthcoming or has been published at the British Journal of Political Science, Comparative Political Studies, International Studies Quarterly, the Journal of Historical Political Economy, the Journal of Modern African Studies, the Journal of Politics, Public Choice, the Quarterly Journal of Political Science, Studies in Comparative International Development, and World Politics.
Prior to receiving my PhD, I worked as a consultant for Princeton's Innovations for Successful Societies in Mexico and as a consultant in Poverty Reduction and Economic Management at the World Bank.
Contact 31 Hillhouse Ave. New Haven, CT 06511
Research summary
My work shows how human capital and culture can fundamentally affect government formation, development, and elite identity. The first part of my research agenda stems from my dissertation and is focused on political elites. I investigate why power is often so unequally distributed between a country’s regions (i.e., regional political inequality). I leverage the brief but intense and extractive colonial period in East and West Africa to examine the impact of colonialism on government formation and regional political inequality today. Existing research on cabinet formation focuses on short-term bargaining. Instead, I provide evidence that levels of colonial education across districts, rather than other investments or population, explain why some districts have more ministers than others after independence and even today. In turn, I provide evidence that pre-colonial trade is an important cause of the very high inequality in public investments during the colonial period between and within states. Finally, I argue that colonial inequality persists today in part because political elites have often reproduced inequality (via distributive politics) rather than reduced inequality (via redistribution). Combined, my work provides a central antecedent to a large literature that links political elites to conflict, distributive politics, and regional favoritism.
The second part of my research agenda studies the role of culture in identity formation. I leverage a natural experiment in the cradle of East African elites, Makerere University in Uganda, where students are randomly assigned to live in halls of residence that have distinct cultures (one being more rowdy and activist, another more gentlemanly and reserved). My findings reveal that some behaviors and identity can be influenced by a relatively brief exposure to a new cultural environment (the effects of culture). The setting also allows me to study why different cultures across halls emerge to begin with given that all halls share a common institutional environment (the origins of culture).
This map shows where post-independence cabinet members hail from in East and West African countries (in shades of blue) combined with nightlight satellite data (in shades of red)
Former Guild President of Makerere University, Ivan Bwowe (fifth from the left), leads a student protest against an increase in tuition fees proposed by the Ugandan government | [] |
Where Do Muscovy Ducks Live
The Muscovy Ducks prefer wetlands, lakes, and swamps found in Mexico and Central and South America. A domesticated Muscovy can also be found in Florida and lower Rio Grande valleys of Texas and parts of North America.
Where do you find Muscovy ducks?
Where do Muscovy ducks sleep at night?
Muscovies are actually perching birds and prefer to roost on a stick or log as they sleep at night.
Can Muscovy ducks survive in the wild?
In states such as Florida, domestic Muscovy Ducks have escaped or been released into the wild, where they have quickly become a nuisance and are considered an invasive species. Muscovy Ducks must be kept in a secure enclosure. These birds are not for releasing into the wild. Wild Muscovy Ducks are quite rare to find.
How did Muscovy ducks get to Florida?
How much is a Muscovy duck worth?
Fifth Day Farm Males Qty Price 1-29 $8.75 30-59 $7.85 60-119 $7.05.
Are muscovies domesticated?
The Muscovy or Barbary (Cairina moschata domestica) is the domesticated form of the wild Muscovy duck. There are a number of local or regional breeds, and drakes of these are commonly cross-bred with domestic ducks to produce the hybrids called mulards.
Do Muscovy ducks get cold?
Although Muscovies are generally a very hardy breed, they do have some susceptibilities that most ducks don’t. While most ducks are extremely cold hardy, you’ll need to be very careful with Muscovies in cold temperatures due to their caruncles.
How do you get a duck to trust you?
Do ducks sleep with one eye open?
Researchers have found that ducks and other birds sometimes sleep with one eye open. Niels Rattenborg, a sleep researcher at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, recently did a study in which he and coworkers filmed a row of mallards sleeping.
What do Muscovy ducks do at night?
Muscovies, like all poultry, need a predator safe coop to sleep in at night. While in nature, they fly and roost in trees, in order to keep them in my yard and not have them trespass to my neighbor’s, I clip their wings which effectively prevents them from being able to do so.
What does Muscovy ducks eat?
Diet of the Muscovy Duck They usually search for food in the water or near the water’s edge. Some of the plants they eat include grass, seeds, roots, and aquatic vegetation. They also hunt for small insects, spiders, shrimp, worms, snails, fish, and lizards.
What is the red stuff on Muscovy ducks?
The caruncles are the red fleshy parts around the face on muscovy ducks. They’re also called a face mask. Caruncles help muscovies keep their feathers clean when they dabble in mud. They grow in as muscovy ducks grow up, and they keep growing a little bit for years afterwards.
How smart are Muscovy ducks?
In general, Muscovy ducks are curious, intelligent, and social birds. However, they might not like to be cuddled or pet very much.
What is the best food for Muscovy ducks?
Muscovy ducks eat chicken feed, bugs, flies, mosquitoes, greens and kitchen scraps, bread and pasta, and fish. What is this? If your Muscovy ducks are free-range, they don’t need you to feed them a whole lot even when they are very young. They will clean your yard of ticks and other nasty bugs.
Can Muscovy ducks fly?
When can I put Muscovy ducklings outside?
By the time the ducklings are 3-5 weeks old, weather-dependent, they can spend warm, sunny days outside, carefully supervised and protected from predators. Until the ducks are fully feathered around 7-9 weeks old, they have trouble regulating their body temperature and need heat.
Can Muscovy ducks live with chickens?
How often do Muscovy ducks mate?
Muscovy ducks can breed 2 to 3 times a year. Breeding occurs from early August to early May.
Are Muscovy ducks a problem?
Known for their red, warty-spotted faces and black, white, and brown plumage, Muscovy ducks are often considered a “problem duck.” Feral populations of Muscovy ducks are known to be aggressive and can cause property damage, transmit disease and create problems through competition with native species, according to the Nov 11, 2019.
Are Muscovy ducks in UK?
The Muscovy duck is the only breed of domestic duck that is not descended from the wild Mallard but belongs to a group known as the greater wood duck. Although it originates from central and southern America it is quite widespread in Britain as an escapee from domestic stock. | [] |
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What the Republicans Don't Tell You
Who says the Republicans don’t have a health care plan? Appearing on ABC’s “Good Morning America” on Tuesday, House Minority Whip Eric Cantor reminded viewers that he and his colleagues introduced a proposal in July. Even better, he said, it would bring down insurance premiums.
We have a better way... it's a plan that is focused very squarely on bringing down costs and health care costs for the American people. Our House bill is validated by the Congressional Budget Office and will bring down health care insurance premiums.”
Of course, the CBO also pointed out that the House Republican plan would barely put a dent in the number of uninsured, bringing coverage to just 3 million people out of a total of 52 million that would be uninsured by 2020. But to many Republicans, that’s ok.
The problem with the Democrats’ idea of health care reform, according to the Republicans, is that it tries to do too much at once--that it expands coverage and reduces costs simultaneously. It’s better to go slow, the Republicans insist. Start by bringing down the cost of insurance for people who already have it and then, maybe, think about ways to help the uninsured get coverage of their own.
Politically, it’s an effective argument, and not only because it appeals to the public’s fear of change. It also reinforces the idea that Democratic plans will require middle class people with insurance to make sacrifices, in the form of higher taxes or reduced health benefits, in order to help the uninsured.
But when the Republicans make this argument, they fail to mention one small thing. Their method of reducing costs also asks the insured to give up something. And it's something important.
Consider how the House Republican plan lowers premiums. By allowing people to buy coverage across state lines, permitting small businesses to create “Association Health Plans,” and expanding the use of “Health Savings Accounts,” the Republican plan would--deliberately and explicitly--reduce regulations on what insurance policies must cover and how insurers sell them.
As with the Democrats’ health care plans, people who get coverage through medium and large employers wouldn’t feel much effect, at least right away. But people who buy coverage on their own or through small business would see a more significant transformation. The effects would be to segregate, further, the healthy from the sick--and to expose people to a much larger share of medical expenses.
As the Congressional Budget Office noted in its assessment of the Republican plan, the majority of people buying coverage on their own or through small businesses really would see their premiums fall, by as much as 10 percent in the case of some small business employees. But the CBO also made two very important caveats.
One was that not everybody would see premiums fall. In particular, people with ongoing or severe medical problems would see their premiums rise:
Many individuals and families would experience changes in premiums that differed from the changes in average premiums in their insurance market. ... some provisions of the legislation would tend to decrease the premiums paid by all insurance enrollees, while other provisions would tend to increase the premiums paid by less healthy enrollees or would tend to increase the premiums paid by enrollees in some states relative to enrollees in other states.
In some cases, CBO went on to explain, premiums would rise so much that people with pre-existing conditions would simply drop coverage altogether. So while the Republican plan would mean slightly fewer people had health insurance overall, it would also mean that "the pool of people without health insurance would end up being less healthy, on average, than under current law."
The other caveat is that coverage itself would become leaner, leaving people more exposed to medical costs.
Again, the healthy would in most cases benefit from this, since they tend not to have huge medical expenses anyway. But the sick, the people who have to deal with high costs, would see their personal medical bills go even higher.
And that’s the trade-off here. If your method of reducing costs is simply to reduce regulations, then the people who benefit from those regulations now are going to suffer. Since the regulations, on balance, help people with serious medical problems, they are going to struggle more under the Republican plans.
To be sure, if you're in good health right now, this distinction may seem irrelevant. But anybody can get cancer, end up in car accident, or suffer some other unforeseen (and unpreventable) medical crisis. Protecting against that possibility the whole reason people buy insurance.
Come to think of it, the same argument applies to expanding coverage: Just as anybody can get sick, anybody can lose his or her insurance. All it takes is one pink slip or a sudden, unaffordable spike in premiums.
The Republicans would like you to believe that they're on your side while the Democrats are out to protect somebody else. It's a narrative they've been exploiting for decades.
Before you buy into it, just remember one thing: Tomorrow the person who can't pay his or her medical bills might just be you.
Update: I originally described the transformation for individuals and small business as "more sweeping," but, in retrospect, that seems a bit overstated. So I changed it to "more significant."
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Kitchen Toxins You Need to Know About
“A woman’s place is in the kitchen.” How many times have you heard that before?
Society has come a long way. Now, both men and women enjoy the pleasure and responsibility of seeing the kitchen as their domain, especially if they like to cook.
While the above phrase may trigger a variety of emotions, there’s another type of trigger you might not have thought about: health triggers.
Your kitchen is probably one of the most visited rooms in your house. That’s where your food is kept, along with things you need for cooking, eating, and storing leftovers. And if you’re on the journey towards a healthier life, you already know there are probably things you own that might be considered “toxic”.
The bathroom or garage, sure. But in the kitchen? Most definitely.
Toxins can be sneaky, which is why some of the items below might take you by surprise. Here are some of the kitchen toxins you need to know about, along with natural alternatives:
Multi-purpose cleaners
They say “cleanliness is next to godliness”. Whether that’s true or not, it’s definitely linked to better health. Using a multi-purpose cleaner seems to be the answer to all your problems… or is it?
Standard over-the-counter cleaners often come packed with chemicals, not all of which are good. 2-Butoxyethanol is a glycol ether that can cause mild issues like skin or throat irritations, to more severe health complications like kidney or liver damage (8).
Alternative: What can you use to clean surfaces that won’t harm your organs? You can actually make your own cleaner using a combination of vinegar, water, and essential oils (9).
Plastic storage containers
Modern technology has allowed us a way to harness liquid petroleum and turn it into a solid. One of these by-products are the plastics we’ve come to know and love.
But plastics have been found to contain what’s called BPAs. These chemical compounds can disrupt normal hormone function, and can even contribute to brain abnormalities in developing fetuses (11).
Alternative: Glass, ceramic stainless steel, and silicone containers are great alternatives to plastics. You may be able to find sets in different sizes, which makes matching lids and bottoms helpful (10).
Aluminum Foil
When you need to put food away, reaching for the tin foil might be second nature. But aluminum has the potential to leech into your foods,if you’re storing citrus, tomatoes, or other acidic items (3).
Why is aluminum harmful? Heavy exposure can have negative effects on your neurological system, and diseases like dementia seem to be linked to aluminum toxicity (4).
Alternative: Covering your leftovers helps keep your food from absorbing weight smells and tastes. Instead of aluminum, try silicone or beeswax food covers. You can also opt for glassware.
Known for its whitening and disinfecting properties, bleach is a popular household cleaner that’s been used for decades. So why does it make the list of kitchen toxins?
While bleach does a great job of killing things like mold, bacteria and viruses, it can also corrode certain surfaces due to the chlorine aspect. One drop in a gallon of water is considered safe to drink, but concentrations higher than 5% can burn your skin and throat.
The biggest danger comes from fumes. If you mix bleach with other household cleaners, such as ammonia, the chemical reaction creates a toxic gas that can kill you if inhaled (6).
Alternative: Hydrogen peroxide does a fine job taking stains out and brightening things like clothing. It also works as a great surface disinfectant, breaking down viral components and deactivating microorganisms (7).
Non-stick cookware
It’s a pain when you’re trying to cook a dish, and pieces keep getting stuck to the pan. The non-stick cooking pan was a creative solution that helps make clean-ups a snap.
So what makes them toxic? Non-sticks are coated with a chemical called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), also known as Teflon. When pans are used at high temperatures, this chemical gives off a gas than can be harmful (14).
Alternative: If the idea of chemicals while you cook makes you pause, consider switching your pans out for ones made of carbon steel or cast iron (15).
Gas stovetop
Some people like gas over electricity when it comes to kitchen appliances. The biggest concern here is the presence of compounds that may not be good to inhale in heavy concentrations.
Formaldehyde is one of those gases, contributing to air pollution and making some respiratory conditions worse. With that in mind, some experts say you have a greater chance of getting it in your system through your food than through your gas stove (2).
Best practice encourages that you use your exhaust vent when cooking, and to make sure your carbon monoxide detector is working. Also, don’t use your gas stove to keep you warm in winter.
Alternative: If you want to forego this altogether, using an electric stovetop might be a good option. You could also use a wood stove, although that may be best in survival situations only.
Dish soap
Ever heard of phthalates? They’re a group of chemicals that are used to make plastics stronger. Others can be used to break down particles, and are used in lots of different cleaning products, including… yep, you guessed it. Dish soap.
Research suggests that phthalates can be harmful to reproductive health (12).
Alternative: The dishes need to be cleaned, so what can you use? Look for options that are phthalate-free. Some natural options include baking soda, vinegar, washing powder, borax, or castile soap (13).
Plastic cutting board
Having a cutting board comes in handy, and a thick, sturdy plastic one should be fine, right? Aside from the other potential hazards of BPA plastics, the grooves created by sharp knives have the potential to host bacteria. If not properly washed, using them could make you sick.
Alternative: Ready to ditch your toxic hotel of a cutting board? Replace it with a beech wood or maple cutting board. These wood varieties are easier on your knife, and can actually reduce bacteria growth by being groove resistant (5).
Wrap Up
If you’re going to spend a lot of time in your kitchen, you’ll want to make sure it’s as healthy an environment as can be. Part of that might mean taking inventory of your current cleaning and cooking items.
While there are kitchen toxins you need to know about, it’s not hard to find alternatives. From plastic storage containers to cleaning products, some items pose a bigger risk than others. But having this information can give you the tools you need to make changes that will result in a healthier, happier you.
Do you know someone who would benefit from this list? Be sure to share it with them!
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Feature story by Sarah Klein
Originally printed in Metrotimes
Reprinted in Straight No Chaser (UK)
*The article featured self-styled font treatments - gotta love it.
A tall, imposing figure cuts a path through the darkened hallway of a desolate public bathroom in Haiti. With his sharply cut suit and cornrowed hair, he exudes a smooth sex appeal that whispers of R&B crooner D'Angelo. However, the ominous stare beneath his horn-rimmed glasses speaks of a haunted man. Suddenly, a rotting corpse leaps from the shadows, the glint of steel in its hand. The man ducks and flees as gunshots follow his trail, sparking ceramic as they ricochet off the wall. The zombie creeps along, stalking its prey, which has seemingly dissolved into thin air.
With a lightening flash of speed and power, the hidden man bursts from behind a stall, kicking the door with crushing force as he flattens the zombie into a wall in an explosion of tile and blood and decaying flesh. The man's eyebrow raises in a Spock-like arch as he surveys the destruction. He casually brushes zombie brains from his crisp lapel, before turning and disappearing once again into the shadows of the steamy Haitian night.
The man is Dr. Jovan Carrington, the WitchDoctor, Protector of the People, and he's coming to Detroit - to a comic-book store near you. Jovan is the creation of Kenjji, a 26-year-old Detroit artist who is poised, pen in hand, to change the way comics are perceived. He plans to reorder the demographic of comic book readership and erase the boundaries of race, age and income.
Yes, Jovan is a black superhero, a distinctly rare breed within the realm of comics. But he is more than just a black superhero. He is an immensely complex, human and dense character, highly educated and blessed with the power to leap staggering prejudices in a single bound. Throughout his fantastic journeys, Jovan will unearth buried histories of ancient African ancestry, unravel misconceptions of Haitian culture, confront ugly stereotypes, and inspire and challenge his readers to think - all while he employs the power of voodoo to fight the forces of evil, kicks some zombie butt and looks damn suave while doing it.
The debut of WitchDoctor came in March via Griot Enterprises, the company Kenjji co-founded with his old college buddies and fellow artists Michael Larson and Jiba Molei Anderson. "Griot" is the title given to African storytellers. Though they're all native Detroiters, Larson is currently living in Cleveland, while Anderson moved to Chicago a few years ago. The Griot trio had been collecting and creating comics for years, and decided to start their own company in 1998, to produce "independent comics for independent people." "I collected comics as a kid, but I was consistently disappointed, because I didn't find myself represented," says Kenjji (ken-gee).
After several years of assembling business plans and scraping up financing, Griot is now beginning to flourish. In addition to WitchDoctor, the company has just debuted the Horsemen, Anderson's series chronicling heroes possessed by the gods of ancient Africa, and the Unveiling, Larson's epic fantasy based on the characters of Islamic, Jewish and Christian mythology. "We didn't want to draw Batman or Superman," says Anderson. "We wanted to create our own stories, since we had our own stories to tell."
"I intend to make WitchDoctor a product for the disenfranchised people, a project for the projects, a story for the streets," Kenjji wrote in a grant proposal for the Xeric Foundation, which was started by the creators of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, the ultimate success story of a small independent comic book hitting the big time. Every year, Xeric grants a lump sum to a select few independent comic book artists who display extraordinary vision, innovation and promise. Not surprisingly, Kenjji won the grant - $5,000 - to cover production costs.
As the story of WitchDoctor goes, Jovan was raised in Haiti, where he was first exposed to the elements of voodoo. Years later, after he's become a highly respected psychiatrist, Jovan's connection to the world of ancient spirits is suddenly rekindled by a collection of voodoo masks. He is plagued by hallucinations of voodoo priests and can't come to terms with his visions from the logic of his psychiatric background. Eventually, he travels to Haiti to seek out the meaning of his visions, which is where he discovers the true nature of his powers.
As the WitchDoctor, he is blessed by the ancient spirits and channels their wisdom and warrior skills to battle the forces of evil. His crusade is to protect the people, uncover the truth and kick the crap out of those pesky zombies. Jovan possesses a powerful and aptly larger-than-life persona, an ultra-smooth operator fueled with a hefty dose of badass. Although he shares many traits with his creator - inquisitiveness, razor-sharp intelligence, true compassion - the artist and the character still bear a striking contrast.
Kenjji is one of those rare, undeniably likable people who immediately puts one at ease in his presence. He animatedly describes his passion for kung fu movies as he pads barefoot around the sunny flat near the Wayne State campus which he shares with his girlfriend Kito Jumanne. A perky and bright-eyed Lauren Hill lookalike, Jumanne is Kenjji's full-time manager, and also owns her own company, Nia Communications, which provides strategic marketing and promotions for Detroit musicians and artists.
Throughout the photo shoot with Metro Times, Kenjji jokes and fidgets as he absentmindedly grasps his pen, visibly uncomfortable under the stare of the camera. He has the infectious grin of a goofy class clown, yet when the subject matter turns weighty, he speaks with articulate passion and frankness. He is inherently political, yet he will never ascend a soap box and subject his readers to blistering tirades. Instead, Kenjji surreptitiously plants ideas and concepts, raising questions and leaving them dangling in the air unanswered, inviting readers to mull and ponder and reach a conclusion on their own terms.
He grew up in Detroit's Rosedale Park neighborhood, went to Catholic school for eight years, and later attended University of Detroit Mercy and Western Michigan University, where he studied art. Kenjji dropped his surname because of its connection to slavery and its consequent "unpretty history." He was first inspired to create comics after reading Brotherman, one of the first independent comic books featuring a black superhero, which was published in the late '80s and early '90s. "I decided it was time to reinstate books like Brotherman, which I found so influential and appealing, and the first thing I had to do was create a character that was just as cool as Brotherman," he explains. "I wanted to do a character with cornrows - that was the look. Around the time I was working this out, D'Angelo [noted for his cornrows] came out with his album Voodoo, which gave me the inspiration to start researching voodoo as a background for this character."
Hence the birth of his protagonist, who was named after a "super-suave friend" by the name of Jovan who lived on Carrington Street. Kenjji is a stickler for detail, and wanted his book to paint an authentic picture of voodoo. He extensively researched the history of the misunderstood practice, devouring books and studying under a voodoo priestess who runs an informational Web site about the practice and history of voodoo. "I was making sure I wasn't overstepping the bounds of the faith," Kenjji says. "There's a major misconception about everything that's involved in voodoo. Spells and zombies and voodoo dolls - that's a very small portion of what the faith is really about. Voodoo is more or less a registry of ancient spirits and ancestors which African people can supposedly contact through ritual sacrifice."
He traveled to New Orleans for his research to flesh out a scene in the series where a possessed Jovan envisions the ancestors of slaves. "I was in this major tourist area looking for some of the darkest spots in American history," Kenjji says. "Although the French Quarter has been very much overcome with tourist attractions, I swear that the sense of depression and pain was still very much prevalent." Kenjji located and photographed several former slave houses, which are now mostly restaurants. "I had to eat in one, and quite frankly, I lost my appetite," he says with a wry expression. He also visited one of the quintessential tourist traps in the Quarter, Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo. Despite his in-depth research into voodoo, Kenjji wasn't offended by the blatant display of commercialism in the store. "When I see the House of Voodoo, I see a clever woman who intends to take advantage of people's misconceptions. I didn't buy it ... but I think it's more charming than malicious."
The story of the black superhero is a convoluted web of buried history and struggling emergence, sprinkled with ugly racial smears and moments of triumphant breakthroughs. The online Museum of Black Superheroes, at, is dedicated to chronicling the history of all these elements, and paving the way for new superheroes like Jovan, who has earned his own place on the site. There are black superheroes out there, and they date as far back as the 1940s - but the early images are hardly flattering, and most of the black characters served as comic relief, such as "Whiteface" (the name says it all), who was bumbling, helpless and oafish.
There are a few notable black superheroes of the comic genre today, including Spawn, Storm from the X-Men, and Blade, a somewhat forgotten Marvel character recently catapulted to higher visibility by the success of the Wesley Snipes movies. However, almost every big-name black superhero in mainstream comics was created by a white artist. "There's a certain lack of intimacy," Anderson says of the phenomenon. "But on the flip side, I also believe a lot of black creators who tried to address this went to the other extreme, and ended up creating another stereotype. They forgot to make the character feel and seem real."
Kenjji believes that books featuring black heroes created by white artists often fail to strike a chord with black audiences because "you get the superhero, but you don't get any incidents of black history and culture." WITCHDOCTOR, on the other hand, is a vehicle for sifting through African history. Kenjji believes the subject matter will be of interest to everyone, regardless of race. "I'm delving into those things because they haven't been presented effectively. People will find appeal in it because it's something new and innovative."
Creative control is at the heart of Griot, and that means remaining independent. Which of course comes with a price: money, and lots of it. Kenjji was unable to find big-dollar backers to fit his time frame of issue releases, so to make his dream a reality, he organized a comprehensive, grassroots campaign among friends and associates. One of those supporters is Detroit techno music legend Carl Craig, who signed on as a major financial backer of the WitchDoctor project. "I became interested in WitchDoctor because I hadn't seen any superhero presented in relation to voodoo," says Craig. "Christianity is dominant in our culture, and any type of religious reference to ancient African religions are never touched on because of connections to the occult, or it just being seen as ignorant - (like) a man in a big stewpot in the middle of the jungle." "WitchDoctor will give us, especially in Detroit, the exposure to other worlds beyond America's borders - or just beyond Eight Mile."
Kenjji has also developed a strategy to distribute the book. While he describes his target audience as "people who are willing to appreciate diversity," a large segment of his intended readers - young blacks - will be difficult to reach. "The target audience is disinterested. They're more interested in hip hop, so we're going to use hip-hop tactics to get this book out," Kenjji says. "We're going to do some guerilla marketing and street marketing - I want to ride the bus on all the major high-school circuits and just pass the book out." "There are virtually no comic-book stores in urban and ethnic areas. The only comic-book store around Detroit is in Dearborn, and it all goes back to a lack of interest."
Kenjji hopes to stimulate a new interest in comics among young black readers. "We need to make sure this book goes 20, 30 issues deep before we even think about doing something else. We need to leave a lasting impression on whoever is reading these books. Ten years from now, there needs to be an impression of WitchDoctor, just as much as Superman and Batman and Wonder Woman. These are characters that are not going to be forgotten, and that's what we're trying to establish. We want your kids, and your kids' kids to learn about WitchDoctor, and for each generation to have a different understanding of the character."
The principals of Griot Enterprises firmly believe that their dedication to fine art, compelling stories and provocative subject matter will mean success. The Underworld Comics and Games store in Ann Arbor draws a large and diverse crowd of customers. Clerk Alison Bodie says she sees a wide cross section of people enter the store on a daily basis, and thinks there's a distinct market for black comics which just needs to be properly tapped. "A while ago, we had a couple of books in the store about black superheroes, but they weren't particularly good," she said. "What people are looking for is good writing and good art. That's what gets the reader, and keeps them."
Frances Gateward teaches at the Center for African and African-American Studies at the University of Michigan, and has collected comics since childhood. She says the demographic of comic book readership is definitely not limited to the stereotypical pimply faced, white, middle-class teen. "It's extremely diverse, from what I see at comic book conventions," she says. "From what I see in the books, the characters are becoming much more diverse, and we're seeing more participation from women and minorities in the actual production of the books. We're also starting to see a lot more Asian-American participation in the field, from the influence of anime. "It's nice to see books that are delving into a lot of African mythology, and recently there's been more exploration of cultures other than Christianity. These books can deal with issues of race in a direct manner, whereas a lot of other books only deal with it in a veiled way. This issue of discrimination against mutants in the X-Men - that's just a metaphor for racial discrimination."
Jovan is certainly direct, as is his creator. On the opening page of the first book, Jovan's sleek stretch PT Cruiser pulls up to a curb, next to a garbage can emblazoned with the phrase "Race is a Lie." Is it? Ask the WitchDoctor.
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Where do you find your vitamins?
It isn’t impossible to get your daily intake of micronutrients – vitamins that nourish our bodies and help keep us healthy from the food we eat everyday. All that is required is patience, planning and knowledge about the foods that will help you meet these daily requirements. With our busy schedules and numerous tasks we expect are bodies to delivery, it is only fair for us to feed them food that will enable them to keep at their best.
The interesting fact about Vitamins is the two types of vitamins: fat soluble vitamins like vitamins A, D, E and K which dissolve in fat and then there are water soluble vitamins like complex and C which dissolve in water. Here are some ways you can fulfil your required intake of various vitamins.
1. Vitamin A:
Essential for growth and development, Vitamin A is responsible for immune function, healthy eyes, reproduction and cellular communication.
Signs of deficiency: Skin problems, poor night vision, dry eyes, decrease in sensory abilities.
Natural source: Carrots, sweet potato, kale, spinach, broccoli and eggs.
2. B-Vitamins:
The oil that runs and operates our bodies efficiently. Each of these vitamins holds immense benefits for the body, which can be absorbed through foods and supplements.
Signs of deficiency: Energy production, nervous system, immune system and iron absorption
Natural source: Beans, legumes, milk, cheese, fish, red meat, poultry and eggs.
3. Vitamin C:
Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid) is abundant in vegetables and fruits. A water-soluble vitamin and powerful antioxidant, it helps the body form and maintain connective tissue, including bones, blood vessels, and skin. Vitamin C helps to repair and regenerate tissues, protect against heart disease, aid in the absorption of iron, prevent scurvy, and decrease bad cholesterol and triglycerides.
Signs of deficiency: Fatigue, bleeding gums, muscle aches, bleeding gums, collagen formation, impacts antioxidant function and iron absorption abilities.
Natural source: Raw fruits and vegetables like guava, black currant, red pepper, kiwi, green peppers, orange, strawberries, papaya, broccoli, kale, parsley, pineapple, brussels sprouts, grapefruit, peas, cauliflower and mango.
4. Vitamin D:
Responsible for our bone health, Vitamin D encourages the absorption and metabolism of phosphorous and calcium. It is a fat-soluble vitamin in a family of compounds that includes vitamins D-1, D-2, and D-3 also called the “sunshine vitamin” because our bodies produce vitamin D naturally when it’s directly exposed to sunlight.
Signs of deficiency: Skeletal deformities and soft bones
Natural source: Cod liver oil, sardines, salmon, mackerel, tuna, raw milk, caviar, eggs and mushrooms.
5. Vitamin E:
Comprising of eight different compounds, Vitamin E helps support antioxidants in the body. It can treat a range of problems of the heart and blood including blocked arteries, high blood pressure, hardened arteries in the leg, varicose veins, diabetes and related complications, and nerve including Alzheimer’s diseases and dementia.
Signs of deficiency: Inability to absorb fat
Natural source: Almonds, spinach, sweet potato, avocado, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, palm oil, butternut squash.
6. Vitamin K:
Crucial for blood clotting and bone metabolism, Vitamin K is an essential vitamin required for protein modification. Recent studies suggest that vitamin K may play a role in treating osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s, and that consuming increased levels of vitamin K can help protect against cancer and heart disease.
Signs of deficiency: Blood coagulation
Natural source: Kale, fermented soy, scallions, brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, dairy, prunes, cucumber and dried basil.
Supplements or no supplements?
Supplements or no supplements? We have all asked ourselves this question – out of fear or out of concern, haven’t we? Most people we know either believe in the magic pills or they don’t because you know nutrition equals real food and nothing else. It’s not surprising that this leaves us confused and worried.
So first, let’s understand what is a supplement?
What is a supplement?
• This ingredient could be one or any combination of – a vitamin, a mineral, a herb, amino acid or even a dietary substance for use by people to supplement the diet by increasing the total dietary intake.
The most essential thing to know about supplements is that though it is a great source of nutrition, it can never replace food. Ideally, all the nutrients our body needs including vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are obtained from a well-balanced diet. Supplements only support our diet to ensure adequate daily intake of basic nutritional needs that may otherwise not be consumed in sufficient quantities.
Why we might need supplements?
We may not require supplements, at all, if our diet was perfect and we exercised every day. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case because we’re living stressful lives, consuming poor quality – low calorie meals and rarely indulging in any form of exercise. This lifestyle over a period of time will lead to nutritional deficiencies, poor health and chronic diseases. It is essential that we consume a balanced diet rich in locally grown green vegetables, fresh fruits and nuts for us to fulfil our nutritional needs. However, in current scenario, the food we consume is grown repeatedly on the same land depleting the soil of essential vitamins and minerals, leaving fewer nutrients for the plants to grow. This may be a reason, a high number of our population is deficient in one or more vitamins or minerals. This is where the importance of finding safe, high-quality and effective nutritional supplements becomes important.
Most people find it “normal” to consume generic supplements like multivitamins and minerals and end up ignoring other essentials like Vitamin B12, Biotin, Magnesium, Flaxseed, Turmeric, Black Pepper. We often forget that, each one of us is different and so are our nutritional needs. You may be a ‘working lady’ whose office hours are way beyond 9 to 6 or a ‘Mother to a toddler’ who hasn’t had a 7 hour sleep in months. Neither of those situations can be an excuse to deprive your body of the nutritious diet it deserves. Though evidence proves that consuming nutrients from food is far more beneficial than supplements but its only wise to know that isn’t enough anymore.
Supplements often promise to keep you looking young, your joints mobile, increase your metabolism, improve your energy levels and so much more. For almost every wish, there is a bottle promising the desired results. So how do we know how reliable these claims are. Are supplements are worth it, and which ones to choose from?
Yogis are often renowned for their love of nature and their passion for health. Yoga is a practice which has been built upon for centuries, with benefits proven over many years. With this in mind, it is suggested that natural supplements are the preferred choice, over synthetic vitamins. Natural vitamins from reputable companies, tend to include less artificial ingredients, which often cannot be digested, making the vitamin of no benefit to your body. Others include artificial colourings or binding materials, which often are not of benefit to your health. Read the ingredients on the back of your bottles to ensure you are buying natural products.
Just like our yoga practice, what we want from a supplement differs from person to person. Some people yoga for peace of mind, others for increased flexibility or strength. In the same way, some people may want to take supplements to increase their iron levels, improve their energy or improve their skin condition. You may spend little time in the sun and want to increase your vitamin D levels. Or, you may worry about your joints and require more lubrication. Whatever your individual requirements, your supplements need to enhance your health.
It is recommended that you do your own research on the benefits of supplements and make your own decision on whether they will benefit your health. Marketing tools will promise you instant results, however you need to have realistic expectations and know what you are putting into your body.
No Replacement
Studies may differ, showing differing benefits to various supplements and vitamins, however it is still believed that no amount of tablets or other items can replace a healthy, balanced diet. Exposure to sunshine, exercise, a healthy balanced diet and mindfulness offer the optimum setting for good health. There is no short cut to being healthy, it takes time and effort, but it is the best thing for you to invest your time and effort into.
Which Supplements?
In an ideal world, we’d all practice yoga regularly, eat fresh, whole foods and get the perfect amount of fresh air, sunshine and sleep. However, sometimes life doesn’t quite go to plan and we need to bridge the gaps in the best way possible. Supplements offer this bridge. Probiotics, Vitamin B12, essential oils and multi vitamins are some of the top, arguably most important supplements available. The combination of these supplements offer potential for good overall health, when used alongside a healthy diet and lifestyle. This said, it is important to ensure you are not taking too many of any particular nutrients. Always stick to the recommended does provided on the label.
You may have heard of electrolytes – perhaps you have a vague memory from a science class or TV ads for Gatorade.
While sports drinks aren’t the kind of drinks you want to be consuming for good health – they’re expensive and often packed with sugar, artificial sweetener and additives – they’ve got it right about the importance of electrolytes.
What are electrolytes?
Electrolytes are minerals in your body with many important functions. From regulating your heartbeat to ensuring your muscles contract properly so you can move. They also control nerve function, hydration, blood pH, blood pressure and the repair of body tissue, including healing cuts, bruises and skin blemishes.
The most important ones we need on a daily basis are sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
Electrolyte imbalances
Electrolytes are found in our bodily fluids like sweat, urine and blood. We obtain them from certain foods and drinks, and lose them through fluid loss.
The most common way this can happen is sweating. Some sweating is good – it’s the body’s built-in mechanism to keep us cool. But when we perspire, it’s not pure water we’re losing – sweat also contains urea (a waste product), lactate (also known as lactic acid), nutrients and electrolytes. As a result, excess sweating that typically occurs during exercise such as yoga causes electrolyte depletion. This can lead to an imbalance.
Symptoms of electrolyte imbalance include a racing pulse, headaches, fatigue, drowsiness, numbness, twitching, bouts of confusion, muscle spasms and, in serious cases, seizures and blackouts. All of these are seriously, especially if experienced during a class.
To maintain good health, it’s important for lost electrolytes to be replaced quickly.
How to get back on track
Whether you’re feeling drowsy, weak, or simply have a headache, the best method of bringing electrolytes back into balance is to drink plenty of water straight from the tap, have a piece of fruit, or eat some vegetables.
Bananas are particularly rich in potassium, while kale and broccoli contain high levels of calcium. Sauerkraut (fermented cabbage), a good source of sodium, is also excellent for gut health. Try chopping up a range of mixed veggies and storing them in your fridge in an air-tight container, to grab quickly and easily whenever you want.
Supplements are also a simple, effective method of ensuring healthy electrolyte levels. Be sure to choose a good quality supplement free that is 100% natural, free from animal products, ethically sourced, and rich in the right minerals you need for optimal health and performance.
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You guys need to direct people to follow these courses in a sequence - e.g. first do Data Analyst courses, then GCP Architect courses 1 to 5 to get basic understanding of the platform and then do Data Engineering courses.
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It is nice that Google staff prepared these tutorials and demos as a comprehensive introduction to the Google Cloud Platform. However, the materials feel very dense for a 2 week course, with more than 500 slides from the module resources to cover and a few hours of laboratory work. The time estimation does not include reading the provided links for each module to understand different GCP services. As a beginner to the platform, I find it easier to divide the 5 modules over several days, instead of watching 2 modules back to back on the same day. For perspective students, note that it takes a little more effort to replicate the demo activities because the GCP web UI has updated since the course videos were recorded, but you can also treat it as an opportunity to click around and see what the platform does. It would also be convenient if we can save a copy of the lab activities as PDF file or Word Doc.
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El contenido es adecuado y por ser un curso de introducción es bastante completo. Lo único que ha chafado el curso ha sido tener que hacer los labs varias veces a fin de conseguir la nota.
No he terminado de resolver por qué he tenido tantos problemas, la cuestión es que en los foros hay mucha más gente que ha tenido problemas semejantes. Al final esto entorpece el aprendizaje, si llevas un buen ritmo tener que hacer las cosas 3 y 4 veces parece un poco exagerado.
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This was a good overview of the services Google Cloud Platform offers. There were a few bugs with the quizzes, but overall it was put together well and had a lot of information for a short course. I think it is a good introductory-level course for a person who has some background in Data Science and cloud computing, but not much experience with Google Cloud Platform. The tutorials and exercises are quick walk-throughs that can be completed in 10-15 minutes each. They give you a feel for how the Google Cloud APIs work and what some of the capabilities are, but don't go into much depth. This is an ideal course for a person who is considering using Google Cloud Platform but isn't sure what the advantages and capabilities are.
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Good contents. However, the scoring system is not working well, and I could never finish the course even though I got full mark at least 5 times in the machine learning application lab. Besides, after one week, I was charged 42 euros and feel so sad about this experience. I would like to mark 5 stars in the content, but the scoring system didn't work well with Firefox, and even had a trouble with Chrome, and I was charged 42 euros even though I finished all the contents within one week. So, sadly, I can only put one star as an overall evaluation of this course.
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Because brains grow into bodies by neural-pruning, the neurons in our brains are subject to natural selection and are different from our other cells by their need to survive giving them some independence.
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"Healthy" Restaurant Meals That Are Secretly Awful For You
Don't be fooled by these seemingly harmless options.
It's always a struggle when you're dining out to eat and you're trying your best to stay on track and not choose a highly caloric meal that is overly packed with fat, sodium, and sugar. And if we're being honest here, it's a lot harder than you may think! So that's why many of your favorite restaurants offering up lighter, healthier meals has been a true gift.
But not so fast.
Sorry to disappoint, but there are some options on this supposed "healthy" section of the menu that are, well, lying to you. Yes, they are just not-so-great meals masquerading as super healthy options. We rounded up the worst menu items so you won't be fooled any longer by these unhealthy "healthy" restaurant meals.
Cheesecake Factory SkinnyLicious Asian Chicken Salad
cheesecake factory chinese chicken salad
Jennifer Y./Yelp
590 calories, 24 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 2,710 mg sodium, 53 g carbs (11 g fiber, 18 g sugar), 44 g protein
When you're eating at The Cheesecake Factory, you know you're in for ridiculously large portions, so the SkinnyLicious menu seems like a great place to choose a meal from. And a salad can't be bad, right? Well, the SkinnyLicious Asian Chicken Salad is packing more than 2,700 milligrams of sodium and 53 grams of carbs. For reference, The American Heart Association recommends no more than 2,300 milligrams a day, so you would be exceeding your daily salt allowance on just one salad…
Maggiano's Chicken Piccata (Lighter Take)
maggianos chicken piccata
Susan M. / Yelp
650 calories, 25 g fat (9 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 1,330 mg sodium, 49 g carbs (6 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 63 g protein
At Maggiano's, there are "Lighter Take" versions of popular dishes, so yes, choosing one of these compared to their regularly made counterparts is a better option. But you'll want to be careful when it comes to the Chicken Piccata meal, as it's still high in sodium. (If you're looking for more helpful tips, your ultimate restaurant and supermarket survival guide is here!)
Bob Evans Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad (Small)
bob evans chicken salad
Courtesy of Bob Evans
470 calories, 27 g fat (7 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 1,180 mg sodium, 31 g carbs (6 g fiber, 20 g sugar), 28 g protein
Again, don't just see the word "salad" and think it's good for you. At Bob Evans, you might think choosing the small-sized Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is the way to go, but it's is topped with grilled chicken, bacon, dried cranberries, blue cheese, and pecans, making for a meal that is high in sodium and sugar. Your salad should just never have as much sugar as two Krispy Kreme donuts!
TGI Friday's Chicken Parmesan Pasta (Half Portion)
tgi friday's chicken parmesan pasta
Courtesy of TGI Friday's
1,390 calories, 85 g fat (30 g saturated fat, 1 g trans fat), 3,540 mg sodium, 97 g carbs (6 g fiber, 19 g sugar), 89 g protein
TGI Friday's offers up half portion-sized meals of classic dishes. So it may seem like it's not as bad for you. But the Chicken Parmesan Pasta is one to stay away from, no matter the size of the meal. The half portion is packing more than 3,500 milligrams of sodium! And the 85 grams of fat, along with 1 gram of trans fat? It's a no-go.
Outback Steakhouse Brisbane Caesar Salad with Shrimp
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550 calories, 40 g fat (10 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 1,400 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (4 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 35 g protein
This salad is part of Outback Steakhouse's "Under 600 Calories" and while it is considerably lower in calories compared to other salads, it's still not your best option. Caesar dressing and the whole salad, in general, is one that tends to be high in calories and fat. This version is packing a ton of sodium, too.
Ruby Tuesday Hickory Burbon Salmon
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409 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 907 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (0 g fiber, 18 g sugar), 42 g protein
Salmon has tons of health benefits, as it's rich in omega-3s and serves up plenty of protein. But when you're at Ruby Tuesday, you'll notice this grilled salmon filet from the Fit and Trim options is glazed with hickory bourbon barbecue sauce, and that's where things go wrong. It's packed with sodium and sugar that you won't get if you go for the plain grilled salmon instead.
Cheesecake Factory SkinnyLicious Lemon-Garlic Shrimp
cheesecake factory lemon garlic shrimp
Courtesy of Cheesecake Factory
520 calories, 19 g fat (9 g saturated fat, 0.5 g trans fat), 3,460 mg sodium, 51 g carbs (5 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 33 g protein
Cheesecake Factory strikes again! Here, this sauteed shrimp dish that is served with asparagus over angel hair pasta really seems like a stand-out meal. It's a smaller portion size compared to the other pasta meals on the menu and comes in way under 600 calories—not bad! But it's the pesky sodium that earns demerits. Nearly 3,500 milligrams is just too much for one small dish.
On the Border "Border Smart" Chicken Fajitas
on the border chicken fajitas
On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina/ Facebook
650 calories, 13 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 1,500 mg sodium, 80 g carbs (20 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 53 g protein
There are "Border Smart" menu options you can choose from when you're feasting at On the Border, which as you most likely guessed are lighter meal choices. The grilled chicken fajitas have potential, as the chicken is served with sautéed onions and red and green bell peppers, black beans, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and guacamole. It does come with white corn tortillas, and it's a bit high sodium-wise when you factor in that there are no other side dishes served here. Tacking on the Mexican rice, for example, takes the sodium up to 2,340 milligrams. Your best bet is to eat half and take the rest to go for you to eat the next day.
Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken
chilis margarita grilled chicken
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650 calories, 17 g fat (3 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 2,340 mg sodium, 68 g carbs (7 g fiber, 9 g sugar), 55 g protein
Chili's has "Guiltless Grill" options that are much lower in calories than other menu offerings and that's where you'll fine the Margarita Grilled Chicken. It's made with pico, tortilla strips, Mexican rice, and black beans, and is described to "only taste like a guilty pleasure." The sodium content though is far too high to be considered a guilt-free option.
Carrabba's Linguine Positano With Shrimp and Whole Grain Pasta
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Scott Y./Yelp
830 calories, 29 g fat (4 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 2,880 mg sodium, 108 g carbs (17 g fiber, 12 g sugar), 38 g protein
This pasta dish at Carrabba's is an example of how "healthy" meals can be transformed into unhealthy ones very quickly. It features shrimp and whole-grain pasta—two foods that are typically regarded as solid choices. But Carrabba's manages to create a dish that is high in sodium and actually contains 300 milligrams more of the salty stuff than the version of this dish that is made with regular pasta. No thanks!
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The dog in dreams is a very positive omen, because it indicates friendship between two individuals. The dog is someone who will always be there for you no matter what are the circumstances, therefore if you dream about the dog, then such dream could mean that there is someone in your waking life you can trust. The dog could also show the love and devotion you have for the animals, therefore you dream about it as well. Sometimes the dog could be interpreted as the playful side of your personality. If the dog is angry or attacked you, you will be in danger of being betrayed. Perhaps you shouldnt trust people as much as you did until now.
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Nihilizm i prawo silniejszego a praworządność w nauce sofistów
Cyprian Mielczarski
The opposition between Socrates’ views and the sophists’ teachings reflects the conflict of ethics and politics and of philosophy and democracy, the form of state regarded by Plato as an outcome of sophistical relativism. Socrates saw the task of a politician in betterment of his own soul and of the citizens’ characters while the sophists taught their disciples utilitarian efficacy in politics and everyday life, essential to achieve success in the system of direct democracy. Cognitive nihilism was created by Gorgias who pointed out the difference between logos, that is, thought and word, and the reality, and, using his dialectical method, criticised the whole previous Greek cultural tradition. The proper ability needed in life was, according to him, rhetorical skill, which however should be used only to achieve just goals. A product of sophists’ education is Callicles, the fictitious personage created by Plato. As an opponent of education based on self-restraint and as an adherent of the theory that according to the laws of nature stronger individuals should rule over weaker ones, he symbolises the negative moral and political consequences of relativism. Moreover, he criticises philosophy as an activity contrary to his pragmatic notion of excellence in public and private life. The law of the stronger was also upheld by Thrasymachus of Chalcedon who claimed that justice is always in agreement with the interest of the mighty. Another disciple of the sophists, Critias, famous for his ruthlessness as an oligarch, was convinced that people obey the laws thanks to their faith in the gods. That faith, according to him, was invented by eminent lawgivers. A negation of immoralism can be found in a treatise by an anonymous sophist, quoted by Iamblichus (3rd/4th century A.D.). Its author glorifies law-abidingness of great men and their devotion in the service of the state and the laws. That text should be regarded as a synthesis of the sophists’ pedagogical views, based on the cult of the society as a community.
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Eromba : the popular manipuri delicacy
Very few dishes from the seven states of northeastern India are known, among them Manipur is one such state which is a treasure trove of many exotic yet divinely delicious foods and dishes. One such very popular delicacy is the Eromba/Iromba pronounced as ee-rom-ba, a preparation from the Meitei community of Manipur prepared with dried and fermented fish and locally available veggies.The prime ingredient of this dish is the fermented dried fish known as Ngari in Manipuri ( Nga means fish), which are usually a few varieties of small freshwater fishes (not more than 10 cms) that are first sun-dried and then fermented in locally produced and specially designed earthenpots called koloh or ngari chaphu by repeated smearing with oil without addition of any salt. The word “Eromba” is derived from eeru taana lonba in Manipuri which means “mixing and stirring watery”. This dish is usually made with boiled vegetables and fermented fish mashed together along with chillies. Mostly no oil is used in the recipe and so is a healthy, simple yet flavourful meal accompaniment, but you can use little oil if you want. Eromba is a regular dish for the Manipuri households except those who are srictly vegetarians and the dish varies from house to house who make this in their own way. However the basic ingredients are the same i.e. the fermented fish, chillies and vegetables like buckwheat, colocasia/arbi, lady’s finger, potato, tree beans, bamboo shoots etc. Since rice is the staple for the population here, the Eromba really combines well with the rice meal. Also, it feels equally great to have it with piping hot phulka/roti and a piece of raw onion.
I had prepared this dish for the first time when one of my friend who is a Manipuri, insisted me to try this once. Though I had tasted it earlier to that also, I can only remember how hot it was as it was just unbearable and left me baffled to feel its real flavour. It is usually made with the Naga King chilli, one of the hottest chillies of the world available in Northeast India. Though it tastes its best with the King chillies, you can make it with just any chillies you have. This time I prepared it on my own taking extra care for the amount of chillies to be added and it came out really well with all its flavour. Hence, being a food enthusiast and foodie myself, I feel the urge to share the recipe with you all especially for the non-vegetarians.
Recipe: ( Courtesy: Mamta Singha)
1. Fermented dry fish ( Ngari/Shidol ) : 5-6 pc.
2. Boiled Tomatoes-2, potatoes-2 ( or any other locally available or seasonal vegetables like colocasia, ladies finger,banana flower, banana stem,bamboo shoot etc. )
3. Green chillies : 3-4 / King chilli: 1-2 / Red chillies : 3-4
4. Onions (chopped) : 1 large
5. Garlic : 2-3 pods (optional)
6. Coriander leaves ( chopped ) : 1 bunch
7. Warm water : 1 cup
1. Clean your dry fish well, remove all scales or particles if any from the surface of your fish, rinse them well in clean water, drench and keep them aside.
2. In a small closed container, take chillies and dry fish and keep them aside.
3. In another vessel, take tomatoes , potatoes & garlic pods (if using).
4. Keep the containers in a pressure cooker and boil for 3-4 whistles.
5. Now, take the boiled green chillies and dry fish in a bowl, mash well using your hand and keep aside.
6. In another bowl, mash the boiled potatoes and tomatoes along with garlic. Add chopped onions, salt and mix well. ( Note: The potato should be coarsely mashed i.e. not a very smooth mash ).
7. Now add the fish and chilly mash to it and mix them together nicely.
8. Add chopped coriander leaves and mix.
9. Add little warm water to it for a slightly loose consistency. Your Eromba is ready.
10. Serve with fresh steamed rice accompanied with fried fish, fried dry shrimps, omlette or just anything crispy or fries.
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1. Heliophilecooksandwrites says:
My favorite 😍
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1. Thank you so much…….glad to know its your favourite.🙂
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2. Anonymous says:
The eromba is my most favourite manipuri dish
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1. Loved to hear that…😊
2. Ours too !!…. thanks !
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Been back at doing some Angular stuff after a long hiatus and I'm writing up a few issues that I ran into while updating some older projects over the last couple of days. I'm writing down the resolutions for my own future reference in a few short posts.
For this post, I needed to create and hook up a custom HttpInterceptor in Angular 6. There's lots of information from previous versions of Angular, but with the new HTTP subsystem in Angular 6, things changed once again so things work a little bit differently and that was one of the things that broke authentication in my application.
Use Case
In my use case I have a simple SPA application that relies on server side Cookie authentication. Basically the application calls a server side login screen which authenticates the user and sets a standard HTTP cookie. That cookie is passed down to the client and should be pushed back up to the server with each request.
WithCredentials - No Cookies for You!
This used to just work, but with added security functionality in newer browsers plus various frameworks clamping down on their security settings, XHR requests in Angular by default do not pass cookie information with each request. What this means is by default Angular doesn't pass Cookies captured on previous requests back to the server which effectively logs out the user.
In order for that to work the HttpClient has to set the withCredentials option.
return this.httpClient.get<Album[]>(this.config.urls.url("albums"),{ withCredentials: true })
map(albumList => this.albumList = albumList),
catchError( new ErrorInfo().parseObservableResponseError)
It's simple enough to do, but... it's a bit messy and more importantly, it's easy to forget to add the header explicitly. And once you forget it in one place the cookie isn't passed, and subsequent requests then don't get it back. In most application that use authentication this way - or even when using bearer tokens - you need to essentially pass the cookie or token on every request and adding it to each and every HTTP request is not very maintainable.
CORS - Allow-Origin-With-Credentials
In addition to the client side withCredentials header, if you are going cross domain also make sure that the Allow-Origin-With-Credentials header is set on the server. If this header is not set the client side withCredentials also has no effect on cross-domain calls causing cookies and auth headers to not be sent.
HttpInterceptor to intercept every Requests
To help with this problem, Angular has the concept of an HttpInterceptor that you can register and that can then intercept every request and inject custom headers or tokens and other request information.
There are two things that need to be done:
• Create the HttpInterceptor class
• Hook it up in the AppModule as a Provider configuration
Creating an HttpInterceptor
Creating the Interceptor involves subclassing the HttpInterceptor class so I create a custom class HttpRequestInterceptor.ts:
import { Injectable } from '@angular/core';
import {
HttpEvent, HttpInterceptor, HttpHandler, HttpRequest
} from '@angular/common/http';
import { Observable } from 'rxjs';
/** Inject With Credentials into the request */
export class HttpRequestInterceptor implements HttpInterceptor {
Observable<HttpEvent<any>> {
// console.log("interceptor: " + req.url);
req = req.clone({
withCredentials: true
return next.handle(req);
This is some nasty code if you had to remember it from scratch, but luckily most of this boilerplate code comes from the Angular docs. What we want here is to the set the request's withCredentials property, but that property happens to be read-only so you can't change it directly. Instead you have to explicitly clone the request object and explicitly apply the withCredentials property in the clone operation.
Nasty - all of that, but it works.
Hooking up the Interceptor
To hook up the interceptor open up app.module.ts and assign the interceptor to the providers section.
Make sure to import the HTTP_INTERCEPTORS at the top:
import {HttpClientModule, HTTP_INTERCEPTORS} from '@angular/common/http'; // use this
and then add the interceptor(s) to the providers section:
providers: [
// Http Interceptor(s) - adds with Client Credentials
{ provide: HTTP_INTERCEPTORS, useClass: HttpRequestInterceptor, multi: true }
Customizing every HTTP request is almost a requirement for every client side application that deals with any kind of authentication. Nobody wants to send the same headers or config info on every request, and if later on it turns out there are additional items that need to be sent you get to scour your app and try to find each place the HttpClient is used which is not cool.
Creating one or more interceptors is useful for handling and creating standardized requests that fire on every request. In this example I added additional headers to every request, but you can potentially look at each url and decide what needs to be handled. The control is there as one or multiple central interception points to HTTP requests.
In the end this is relatively easy to hook up, but man is this some ugly, ugly code and good luck trying to remember the class salad - or even finding it. That's why I'm writing this up if for nothing else than my own sanity so i can find it next time. Maybe it's useful to some of you as well.
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May 10, 2019
# re: Creating a custom HttpInterceptor to handle 'withCredentials' in Angular 6+
Hello Rick, what is the proper way to register the Interceptor for a HttpClient that is not injected in the constructor but initialized by an injector service? Many thanks for listening and your answer in advance.
September 23, 2019
With regards to the “Allow-Origin-With-Credentials” header, do you mean that one exactly or is it the common “Access-Control-Allow-Credentials” header? Have never heard of the first one.
September 25, 2019
How do you handle the cookie/session expiring?
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SEVENTEEN’s DK Reacts With Sheer Panic When Dino Accidentally Mentions A “Noona” During A Live Broadcast
Oops! 🤭😂🤭😂
SEVENTEEN‘s talented DK recently held a live broadcast for all of his adoring fans. And while the whole session had been amazing, the viewers caught a particular “Oops” moment —which has now gone viral.
As DK sat in front of the camera, viewers could hear fellow SEVENTEEN members Dino and Vernon enter the room in the background. And in the short ten second clip that has since started to circulate, Dino can be heard referring to a “Yewon noona,” and how she is “always [at the dorm].”
I feel like making a scene. But on days like this, Yewon noona is always here. Oh, what? She’s not here!
— SEVENTEEN’s Dino (off camera) to DK
Realizing what has happened, DK entered a state of sheer panic and covered his mouth in disbelief.
Viewers also realized, based on DK’s hilariously adorable response and facial expression, that Dino may have slipped without knowing that he is being heard. Soon, DK snaps out of the shock and alerts Dino about the live broadcast being on-air.
DK: I’m live broadcasting.
Dino: Oh, I see.
Meanwhile, Vernon remained as calm as usual—and his random response to the situation had viewers cackling in laughter! Amid the panic and curiosity, Vernon stepped into the frame to deliver a chill “hello” to all the viewers. And like that, Vernon ended the chaos by getting his hands on DK’s leftover chicken!
DK: You want some [chicken]?
Vernon: Can I have some?
DK: Yeah!
And in response to the online speculations about who the mystery noona may be, SEVENTEEN fans have shut down any potential misunderstandings by agreeing that “Yewon” is, in fact, simply an “acquaintance” and there is no real need to know.
What’s the lesson? Well… live broadcasts can be chaotic. Slips happen and that’s okay! Most importantly, though: The best way to contain panic is to be like Vernon—calm, collected, and focused 100% on fried chicken!
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