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Organizing major exhibitions demonstrates China’s commitment to opening up By Li Dawei China has demonstrated its firm support for trade liberalization and economic globalization by forging many platforms for opening up and cooperation, including the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) and the China International Import Expo (CIIE). The successful hosting of events such as the CIFTIS and the CIIE in recent years has strongly promoted connectivity and sharing of elements and resources between domestic and international markets, showing China’s unswerving commitment to expanding opening up. Major exhibitions offer important platforms for enterprises across countries to showcase quality products and services. This can lower transaction costs between businesses and address information gaps, thereby facilitating economic and trade cooperation. Despite myriad challenges, China successfully hosted a series of major international exhibitions including the CIFTIS and the CIIE, amid the pandemic. This fully reflects the country’s adherence to the concept of committing itself to openness to meet development challenges, foster synergy for cooperation, build the momentum of innovation, and deliver benefits to all. Most importantly, China underscores imports at these exhibitions, highlighting its allegiance to the concept of mutual benefit and win-win cooperation through expanding opening-up and turning the enormous domestic market into enormous opportunities for the world. These platforms have become vital channels for exporters globally to access the Chinese market, explore investment and partnership opportunities, and gain insights into China’s economic development. They are evolving into venues for launching new products worldwide, releasing cutting-edge technologies, and introducing groundbreaking services. Platforms such as the CIFTIS and the CIIE have evolved into vital bridges and bonds linking China with the rest of the world, serving as comprehensive open platforms for sharing. At the 2022 CIFTIS, 7 summit forums, along with over 100 specialized forums and industry conferences were convened. Throughout these events, business leaders and experts engaged in discussions on cutting-edge topics, sharing their latest perspectives and insights, and contributing their wisdom and commitment toward advancing global economic and trade growth. The 2022 CIFTIS comprehensively showcased China’s innovative accomplishments in trade in services, realizing a total of 1,339 deliverables. The 5th CIIE saw the participation of 145 countries, regions and international organizations. During the event, 24 parallel sessions of the Hongqiao International Economic Forum were held. A total of $73.52 billion worth of tentative deals were reached for one-year purchases of goods and services during the 5th CIIE, up 3.9 percent from the 4th CIIE. High-quality products from different countries, including rose essential oil made in Damask, Syria, Himalayan salt lamps from Pakistan and alpaca-fur products from Peru, as well as high-tech products such as AI-enabled cleaning robots and intelligent color toners, entered the Chinese market through the CIIE, providing diverse choices and improving user experiences for Chinese consumers. Amid the uncertainties pervading the current international landscape, countries widely believe such open platforms inject certainty into China’s pursuit of shared growth with the world. These platforms assist China in deepening reforms, raising the quality of its opening-up efforts and upgrading domestic consumption and industries by aggregating top-tier goods, businesses, and resources globally. They also enable more countries, especially developing ones, to further integrate into the global economy, promoting win-win cooperation. The business exhibition at the 5th CIIE attracted over 2,800 enterprises from 127 countries and regions, including 284 Fortune 500 firms and industry leaders. This fully demonstrates CIIE’s sterling reputation among the world’s major corporate groups. Countries including the UK and Malaysia are planning to send high-level delegations to participate in the 2023 CIFTIS. Countries such as Germany, Uruguay, and Myanmar, as well as international organizations like the UNESCO and the World Meteorological Organization(WMO), will establish online and offline exhibitions under the name of their respective governments or headquarters. Resuming offline for the first time since COVID-19, the National Exhibition at the upcoming 6th CIIE has already received confirmations of offline participation from over 50 countries and international organizations. As China continues to share the substantial opportunities of its economic growth with the world, the global sway of high-profile exhibitions will keep expanding, infusing powerful impetus into the continued progression of economic globalization. (Li Dawei is Director of the Emerging Economies Research Office, the Institute of International Economic Studies of the Chinese Academy of Macroeconomic Research)

Modified herpes virus shows promise killing off cancer cells - with one patient seeing disease vanish Patients were injected with a drug that was a weakened form of the cold sore virus - herpes simplex - that has been modified to kill tumours. One man went from end-of-life care to being cancer free. Friday 23 September 2022 07:06, UK A modified herpes virus has shown promise killing off cancer cells - with one patient seeing the disease vanish entirely. Patients were injected with a drug that was a weakened form of the cold sore virus - herpes simplex - that has been modified to kill tumours. While more research is needed, it could offer a lifeline for those living with advanced-stage cancer. Krzysztof Wojkowski, 39, a builder from West London, went from end-of-life care to being cancer free after joining the trial. Mr Wojkowski was diagnosed with Mucoepidermoid carcinoma, a type of salivary gland cancer, in May 2017. Despite multiple surgeries, he was told that there were no treatment options left, before being given the opportunity to join the RP2 trial at The Royal Marsden in 2020. He said: "I was told there were no options left for me and I was receiving end of life care, it was devastating, so it was incredible to be given the chance to join the trial at The Royal Marsden, it was my final lifeline. "I had injections every two weeks for five weeks which completely eradicated my cancer. I've been cancer free for two years now, it's a true miracle, there is no other word to describe it. "I've been able to work as a builder again and spend time with my family, there's nothing I can't do." The genetically engineered virus, which is injected directly into the tumours, is designed to have dual action - it multiplies inside cancer cells to burst them from within and it also blocks a protein known as CTLA-4, releasing the brakes on the immune system and increasing its ability to kill cancer cells. Rare to see such promise in early trials Three out of nine patients treated with RP2 saw their tumours shrink. Seven out of 30 patients who received both RP2 and the immunotherapy nivolumab also benefitted from treatment. In this group, four out of nine patients with melanoma skin cancer, two out of eight patients with the eye cancer uveal melanoma, and one out of three patients with head and neck cancer saw their cancer's growth halt or shrink. Of the seven patients receiving the combination who saw a benefit, six remained progression-free at 14 months. It is rare to see such a good response rate in early-stage clinical trials, according to the study leader Professor Kevin Harrington, professor of biological cancer therapies at The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and consultant oncologist at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. He said: "Our study shows that a genetically engineered, cancer-killing virus can deliver a one-two punch against tumours - directly destroying cancer cells from within while also calling in the immune system against them. "It is rare to see such good response rates in early-stage clinical trials, as their primary aim is to test treatment safety and they involve patients with very advanced cancers for whom current treatments have stopped working. "Our initial trial findings suggest that a genetically engineered form of the herpes virus could potentially become a new treatment option for some patients with advanced cancers - including those who haven't responded to other forms of immunotherapy. "I am keen to see if we continue to see benefits as we treat increased numbers of patients." Exploiting the features of viruses Professor Kristian Helin, Chief Executive of The Institute of Cancer Research, London, said it was possible to exploit some of the features of viruses. They said: "Viruses are one of humanity's oldest enemies, as we have all seen over the pandemic. But our new research suggests we can exploit some of the features that make them challenging adversaries to infect and kill cancer cells. "It's a small study but the initial findings are promising. I very much hope that as this research expands we see patients continue to benefit."

Learn how to transfer a vehicle purchased from a private party into your name. Before you get started When to transfer a vehicle title into your name After you buy or receive a vehicle as a gift, you have 15 days to transfer the ownership into your name. If you don't transfer within 15 days you'll have to pay penalties: - $50 on the 16th day, or - $2 per day after the 16th day (up to $125) If you buy from an out-of-state dealer, you may need to take care of the transfer. If you buy from a Washington State (WA) dealer, they will take care of the transfer. Learn more about buying from a WA dealer. Contact a vehicle licensing office to learn how much it will cost to transfer ownership of your new vehicle into your name. Gather the information and forms you need Odometer Disclosure Form - If the vehicle model year is 2011 or newer, you should fill out the Odometer Disclosure section on the title. - If the vehicle model year is 2010 or older, you don't have to report the Odometer miles. If you don't have the title, you can get an Odometer Disclosure form at your local vehicle licensing office. You cannot download this form. We will print it in the office on tamper-proof paper. Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale You and the seller need to complete the Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale form. - Enter the sale price (this is used to calculate the use tax on the vehicle), or - Enter zero if the vehicle was a gift or inheritance Notarized Vehicle Title Application Signatures on the Vehicle Certificate of Ownership (Title) Application form must be notarized. Don't sign this form until you are in front of either: - a notary public, or - a licensing agent at a vehicle licensing office Submit your forms and payment Submit the following to a vehicle licensing office: - Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale - Vehicle Certificate of Ownership (Title) Application form - The current vehicle title - Payment (contact a vehicle licensing office for the exact amount) You may also need to submit: - Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest - Odometer Disclosure Statement Get your title There are two ways to get your title. You can submit your forms to: - A vehicle licensing office and get your title in 6-8 weeks - A Quick Title office* and get your title immediately in person or within a few business days by mail. Quick Titles have an additional $50 fee. *Note: Quick Titles aren't available for snowmobiles, vehicles or boats reported as stolen, insurance or wrecker-destroyed vehicles and boats, or vehicles with "WA Rebuilt" on the title. Get new license plates Since the vehicle has changed ownership, you'll need to get new license plates. Plates don't need to be replaced (unless the vehicle has out-of-state plates) if: - You're removing a deceased spouse or domestic partner from the title. - You got your vehicle from: - your spouse or domestic partner - a family member as a gift or inheritance - a trust in which the registered owner or their immediate family members are the beneficiaries of the trust Add the vehicle to your License eXpress account Once the ownership has been transferred into your name, you can add it to your License eXpress account. With License eXpress, you can manage all your vehicles: - See when your vehicle's tabs are due - Make sure your address is up to date - Sign up for email renewal notices and more

Everything Bagel Sushi and All the Week’s Top Dish Recipe of the week: Everything Bagel Sushi Rolls, unleashed on the world by the Food Network. Enrobed in sushi rice: Smoked salmon, cream cheese, onion flakes, dried garlic, sesame and poppy seeds. It’s served with wasabi, soy and pickled ginger. The recipe was inspired by one of the mystery ingredients featured on “Chopped” — smoked salmon. What’s not to like? Babka Ice Cream Sandwich From Russ & Daughters How about this for a haimish heat-wave antidote? Russ & Daughters is showcasing a babka ice-cream sandwich, which it originally rolled out in December 2015. The Chopsticks and Marrow blog reports that the “marbleized mashup” involved chocolate babka ice cream between slices of chocolate babka. Bagels in Beantown Could Boston join Montreal and New York on the Great East Coast Bagel Trail? A slew of new bagelries have opened in Beantown, with more on tap for fall, says the Boston Herald. Benchman Bagel Co., founded by a local pastry chef, concocts sesame-Sriracha bagels with miso cream cheese and taco-seasoning-brushed bagels. Levend Bagelry http://www.levendbagelry.com/, new in Boston Public Market, hawks pizza bagels and maple-walnut cream cheese — not together, we hope. And The Bagel Place opened in Newton this year with flavors such as peach cobbler, pesto, pineapple-coconut and even Oreo-cookie-based cream cheese. We know — a shande. Purists can exhale: Better Bagels, a classic “New York-style bagel shop,” will open soon in Southie. Matzo Balls on Wheels Forrest Cook ran the kitchen at a Boca Raton deli for 20 years. But when Nestor’s Bageland closed — and Cook lost his job — his wife urged him to take his Jewish-food wizardry on the road. Now, his Matzoballs on Wheels food truck is about to hit the road in nearby Boynton Beach. It won’t just be about matzo balls, though. Cook will also serve greatest hits like knishes, stuffed cabbage, brisket, corn beef, chicken noodle soup, cheese blintzes and noodle pudding. Everything will be made in the truck, he tells the Palm Beach Post. New to Market Israeli cottage cheese from Israeli food giant Truva, under the Muuna label. It’ll hit New York and Boston before going nationwide, says the Globe’s news site. Muuna will be sold as 4%-fat cottage cheese, and flavored 2%-fat cottage cheese with fruit in the bottom of the container (strawberry, pineapple, blueberry, peach and mango) — something you don’t see in Israel, but American consumers apparently love. Muuna may want to rethink its tagline, “A new way to cottage.” Trust us and look it up. Not quite anarchy in the U.K., but alarming anyway: One of London’s biggest kosher supermarkets is recalling tahini and hummus products after a salmonella scare. Kosher Kingdom in northwest London emailed customers this week to warn of “a very slight chance of salmonella” in its Shamir Salads products containing tahini, says the Jewish Chronicle. Michael Kaminer is a contributing editor at the Forward.

(Foto christian.senger / flickr.com / CC BY-SA 2.0) South and North Goa - what do you want? The main difference between North and South Goa is beaches, covering the space and diversity of the landscape. For all three parameters, the northern part of the state falls south: the area of the latter is almost 2.5%, the coastline is 3 times long, the perfect sand beaches everywhere, the crystal clear water and the mountains. Judging from the Southern Goa, there's a good way to find privacy, people are smaller, but hotels are mostly expensive. There are beaches in the north of the state with sulphate sand of volcanic origin, but the infrastructure is better developed, the choice of housing is more from hatch hotels to low-cost gesthaus. And if the south prefers to enjoy private rest, then there are noisy parties in the north and a burly night life. It was this part of the state that in their time loved the hippies in the 1960s. Call for Goa Hotels in 2015 Southern Goa hotels are different from the north coast of the state - better, more comfortable, only outside the hotel, usually no entertainment. There's a lot of budget housing in North Goa, 3* and apartments, services and a number fund can be simplified. This is mainly where the audience is not demanding, their purpose is entertainment. The distribution of housing prices in the state is huge, so we can get a double number from $8 a night to $400-500, and even more. Generally speaking, Goa's hotel reviews are good. Majorda Beach Resort has a beautiful territory, garden, separate bungalow, clean beach, delicious breakfasts, but there are also rooms with broken furniture and species. Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa 5* in Kansaulim offers a new registration fund, spa and aurveda. Rest has caused the kitchen and staff slowness. The Leela Goa 5* in Cavelossim can brag magnificent numbers, a great beach and a good kitchen, but there's a small minus, it's a river, it's a lot of mosquitoes, and there's nowhere to go around, just poor fishing towns.

A shocking 65.7 percent of respondents in a new survey conducted at the Moria hot spot and other migrant and refugee camps on the Aegean island of Lesvos said they “never feel safe” in the facilities where they are staying. The survey by UK-based Refugee Rights Europe was published recently in a report titled “An Island in Despair,” which presented findings gleaned from 311 surveys conducted at the camps of Moria – the biggest facility by far and the only “official” one on the island – Kara Tepe and PIKPA from June 18-22 by experienced field researchers and native speakers of all the key languages used. Most of the respondents, 32.8 percent, at the time of the survey were from Syria, followed by nationals from Afghanistan (26.7 percent) and Iraq (12.9). More than half of the minors interviewed were from Afghanistan, while a substantial 30.4 percent were from Syria. The remaining children identified as Iraqi, Congolese and Egyptian. Exactly half of all respondents identified as being alone in Lesvos and 47.1 percent stated that they were with family. According to the report, “the lack of safety and security was a major concern among all of the respondents, and particularly so at Moria, with 65.7 percent saying they “never feel safe” inside the camps and another 22.4 percent that they “don’t feel very safe.” “I stay awake with a stick to protect my children and my wife from any potential attack,” one respondent was quoted as telling researchers. “No-one can walk alone, we always try to be three or four together. Here is hell.” An alarming 48.2 percent of respondents also said that they have witnessed another camp resident die, with 53.4 percent of that percentage saying that the fatality occurred as a result of violence and 40.5 believing that a death had resulted from untreated health problems. Asked whether they have experienced violence from Greek citizens, 72.7 percent said they had not, with the other 27.3 percent saying they had been subjected to violence, mostly of a verbal nature. However, indicative of the results of cramped conditions at the camps – and Moria especially, where the population last week reached 8,359 residents even though the facility is designed to hold just 3,100 – and the struggle for resources, 47.1 percent of the survey's respondents said they had experienced violence from other refugees in Lesvos. “One camp resident explained that fights often break out during weekly food distributions. On one occasion, the desperation of two women waiting for nappies for their babies resulted in a brawl which in turn led to one of the women being taken to the hospital,” the Refugee Rights Europe researchers reported. Also worryingly, 47.4 percent of respondents had experienced some form of police violence, with 84.9 percent of those claiming to have been exposed to tear gas. Physical violence was reported by 34.3 percent and verbal abuse by 35.6 percent had experienced verbal abuse. “There were also reports of sexual abuse, although it should be noted that it has not been possible to verify these accounts,” the report said. On the matter of health and sanitation standards, which have come under severe criticism from groups including the United Nations refugee agency and Medecins Sans Frontieres, the survey found that 86.2 percent of respondents have experienced health problems since coming to Lesvos: “57.1 percent of those who reported health problems believed that these had been brought on by the unhealthy camp environment, and an alarming 61.1 percent of those with a health problem said that they had not received medical care,” the report said. Also 45.9 percent of those who reported health problems said they believed their issue to be psychological rather than physical. Read the full report here.

Yes, armadillos can eat grapes. In the wild, armadillos eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, and insects. They are not picky eaters and will try new foods. Grapes are a good source of nutrients for armadillos. Sure, armadillos can eat grapes! In fact, these little creatures are actually quite fond of fruits and vegetables. In the wild, they typically eat a diet of insects, grubs, and other small invertebrates. However, they will also munch on the occasional piece of fruit or vegetable. So, if you have a few grapes lying around, feel free to share them with your pet armadillo. Will armadillos eat fruit? Armadillos are not typically known for eating fruit, however there are a few species of armadillo that will consume small amounts of fruit as part of their diet. The three-banded armadillo is one example of an armadillo that will eat fruit, and this species is found in South America where there is an abundance of fruit trees. The three-banded armadillo will also eat other plant matter, insects, and small vertebrates. What kind of fruit does armadillos like? While armadillos are not typically thought of as picky eaters, they do have preferences when it comes to fruit. In the wild, armadillos typically eat a diet of insects, small mammals, and plants. However, they are known to enjoy the occasional piece of fruit as well. Some of the fruits that armadillos enjoy include watermelons, cantaloupes, and honeydews. They also like grapes, bananas, and strawberries. What can you feed an armadillo? Armadillos are interesting creatures that are native to the Americas. They are part of the Xenarthra order, which also includes anteaters and sloths, and are the only mammal in this order that is armored. Their armor is made up of bony plates that are covered in tough, leathery skin. Armadillos are nocturnal animals and are mostly solitary, except for the female armadillos who will stay with their young until they are old enough to fend for themselves. There are nine different species of armadillo, and they range in size from the diminutive pink fairy armadillo, which is about the size of a tennis ball, to the giant armadillo, which can weigh up to 140 pounds. Armadillos are omnivorous creatures and their diet consists of a variety of insects, grubs, snails, lizards, and small mammals. They will also eat plants, fruits, and vegetables. In captivity, armadillos can be fed a diet of ground beef, chicken, turkey, or any other type of meat that is high in protein. They also need a source of calcium, which can be provided by feeding them crushed eggshells or giving them a calcium supplement. Armadillos also like to eat insects, so you can supplement their diet with crickets, mealworms, or other types of live food. What fruits and vegetables do armadillos eat? Armadillos are small to medium-sized mammals found in the Americas. Most armadillos have a hardshell of bony plates that protect them from predators, but there are some species that do not have this hardshell. All armadillos are proficient diggers and use their claws to dig for food. Armadillos are mostly insectivores, but some species will also eat other small animals, fruits, and vegetables. The nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus), the most common species found in the United States, primarily eats ants, termites, and other insects. This species will also eat snails, spiders, lizards, eggs, and small mammals. In captivity, nine-banded armadillos have been known to eat dog food, cat food, and even marshmallows. The three-banded armadillo (Tolypeutes tricinctus) is found in Central and South America and primarily eats ants and termites. This species will also eat other small insects, spiders, lizards, and frogs. The six-banded armadillo (Euphractus sexcinctus) is found in South America and primarily eats ants, termites, and other small insects. This species will also eat spiders, snails, lizards, and small mammals. Do armadillos eat apples Do armadillos eat apples? The answer is yes! Armadillos are omnivores, which means that they eat both plants and animals. While their diet consists mostly of insects, they will also eat fruits and vegetables. So, if you see an armadillo raiding your apple tree, don’t be too alarmed – they’re just looking for a tasty snack! What do armadillos eat to trap Armadillos are small, burrowing animals that are found in the southern United States. They are known for their hard, armor-like shell, which protects them from predators. Armadillos are also known for their unique diet, which consists of insects, small reptiles, and other small animals. One of the most unique things about armadillos is their ability to trap their prey. Armadillos have long, sharp claws that they use to dig burrows. Once they have dug a burrow, they will wait inside for their prey to come to them. When an animal walks by, the armadillo will reach out and grab it with its claws. The armadillo will then pull the animal into the burrow and eat it. Armadillos are not just unique in their diet, but also in their appearance. They are covered in a hard, armor-like shell that is made up of plates of bone. This shell protects them from predators and the elements. Armadillos are also known for their long, sharp claws, which they use to dig burrows and capture their prey. What fruits do armadillos eat Armadillos are small, burrowing animals that are found in the Americas. They are known for their hard, armored shell, which protects them from predators and the elements. Armadillos are omnivorous animals, which means that they eat both plants and animals. In the wild, armadillos will eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, insects, and small vertebrates. Fruits that armadillos eat include berries, melons, and grapes. They will also eat cactus fruits, as well as the occasional piece of fruit that falls from a tree. In terms of vegetables, armadillos enjoy eating roots, tubers, and leaves. They are especially fond of sweet potatoes, yams, and carrots. Insects make up a large part of the armadillo diet, and they will eat just about any type of bug they can find. Grubs, beetles, and ants are all fair game. Small vertebrates, such as lizards, snakes, and rodents, are also on the menu. While armadillos will eat just about anything, they have a particular fondness for sweet fruits and vegetables. This is why they are often found in gardens and farms, where they can do a fair amount of damage. If you have an armadillo problem, the best way to get rid of them is to remove their food source. How much does an armadillo eat per day An armadillo typically eats about one-third to one-half its body weight in food each day. That means a full-grown, adult armadillo weighing about 10 pounds would consume between 3.3 and 5 pounds of food daily. The mainstay of an armadillo’s diet is insects, but they also eat other invertebrates, small vertebrates, and fruits. Yes, armadillos can eat grapes. In fact, armadillos are known to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables, including grapes.

The pip project has a release cadence of releasing whatever is on every 3 months. This gives users a predictable pattern for when releases are going to happen and prevents locking up improvements for fixes for long periods of time, while still preventing massively fracturing the user base with version numbers. Our release months are January, April, July, October. The release date within that month will be up to the release manager for that release. If there are no changes, then that release month is skipped and the next release will be 3 months later. The release manager may, at their discretion, choose whether or not there will be a pre-release period for a release, and if there is may extend that period into the next month if needed. Because releases are made direct from the main branch, it is essential main is always in a releasable state. It is acceptable to merge PRs that partially implement a new feature, but only if the partially implemented version is usable in that state (for example, with reduced functionality or disabled by default). In the case where a merged PR is found to need extra work before being released, the release manager always has the option to back out the partial change prior to a release. The PR can then be reworked and resubmitted for the next release. Vendoring updates will be picked up from the main branch, as for any other update. Ideally, vendoring updates should be merged between releases, just like any other change. If there are outstanding updates to vendored packages, the release manager may at their discretion choose to do a vendoring update before the release. However this is not a requirement and in particular, updates to vendored packages that fix issues in pip should be merged proactively, to ensure that they will be present in the next release. Any change to pip that removes or significantly alters user-visible behavior that is described in the pip documentation will be deprecated for a minimum of 6 months before the change occurs. Certain changes may be fast tracked and have a deprecation period of 3 months. This requires at least two members of the pip team to be in favor of doing so, and no pip maintainers opposing. Deprecation will take the form of a warning being issued by pip when the feature is used. Longer deprecation periods, or deprecation warnings for behavior changes that would not normally be covered by this policy, are also possible depending on circumstances, but this is at the discretion of the pip maintainers. Note that the documentation is the sole reference for what counts as agreed behavior. If something isn’t explicitly mentioned in the documentation, it can be changed without warning, or any deprecation period, in a pip release. However, we are aware that the documentation isn’t always complete - PRs that document existing behavior with the intention of covering that behavior with the above deprecation process are always acceptable, and will be considered on their merits. pip has a helper function for making deprecation easier for pip maintainers. The supporting documentation can be found in the source code of pip._internal.utils.deprecation.deprecated. The function is not a part of pip’s public API. The latest version of the pip is the only supported version, previous versions should be considered unsupported. Users are encouraged to make regular updates to their version of pip in order to remain supported. Python 2 Support# pip 20.3 was the last version of pip that supported Python 2. Bugs reported with pip which only occur on Python 2.7 will likely be closed as “won’t fix” issues by pip’s maintainers. Python Support Policy# In general, a given Python version is supported until its usage on PyPI falls below 5%. This is at the maintainers’ discretion, in case extraordinary circumstances arise. Use for features that will be deprecated. Deprecated features should remain available behind this flag for at least six months, as per the deprecation policy. Features moved behind this flag should always include a warning that indicates when the feature is scheduled to be removed. Once the feature is removed, users who use the flag should be shown an error. Use for new features that users can test before they become pip’s default behaviour (e.g. alpha or beta releases). Once the feature becomes the default behaviour, this flag can remain in place, but should issue a warning telling the user that it is no longer necessary. Creating a new release# Ensure you have the latest Create a new mainand switch to it. Prepare for release using nox -s prepare-release -- YY.N. This will update the relevant files and tag the correct commit. release/YY.Nbranch as a pull request and ensure CI passes. Merge the changes back into mainand pull them back locally. Build the release artifacts using nox -s build-release -- YY.N. This will checkout the tag, generate the distribution files to be uploaded and checkout the main branch again. Upload the release to PyPI using nox -s upload-release -- YY.N. Push the tag created by get-pip.pyscript in the get-pip repository (as documented there) and commit the results. Submit a Pull Request to CPython adding the new version of pip (and upgrading setuptools) to Lib/ensurepip/_bundled, removing the existing version, and adjusting the versions listed in If the release dropped the support of an obsolete Python version M.m/get-pip.py needs to be published: update the all task from tasks/generate.py in get-pip repository and make a pull request to psf-salt repository to add the new get-pip.py (and its directory) to get-pip.py script needs to be updated due to changes in pip internals and if the last M.m/get-pip.py published still uses the default template, make sure to first duplicate before updating it and specify in now needs to use Creating a bug-fix release# Sometimes we need to release a bugfix release of the form order to create one of these the changes should already be merged into the Note that this process is only needed when there are changes on the main branch that you do not want to include in the bugfix release. For a bugfix release that will include everything that is on the main branch, the above process for creating a new release can be used, simply changing the version number. Create a new release/YY.N.Z+1branch off of the YY.Ntag using the command git checkout -b release/YY.N.Z+1 YY.N. Cherry pick the fixed commits off of the mainbranch, fixing any conflicts. nox -s prepare-release -- YY.N.Z+1. Merge main into your release branch and drop the news files that have been included in your release (otherwise they would also appear in the release/YY.N.Z+1branch to github and submit a PR for it against the mainbranch and wait for the tests to run. Once tests run, merge the main, and follow the above release process starting with step 5.

Apple today opened its second annual all-online Worldwide Developers Conference through Friday, June 11, offering free for approximately 5,000 software developers insight into the future of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS systems. This article is part of the On Tech newsletter of the New York Times. Apple’s annual conference for app makers, which started today, is usually a lovefest. This year it’s going to be awkward. Some developers are angrier than ever at Apple’s dictatorship over iPhone apps, accusing the tech giant of imposing unfair costs and complexities on them and iPhone users. Here’s what you need to know about this dispute, where Apple and the unhappy app makers have a point, and my suggestions for reaching app peace. Why are app makers mad? It boils down to what some app companies and lawmakers say is Apple’s domineering control of iPhone apps. Some are angry at what they see as high and capriciously applied commissions that Apple takes when someone subscribes to an online dating service in an app or buys virtual gems in the Clash of Clans game. Apple takes a fee of up to 30 cents per dollar of each sale in an iPhone app. (It recently cut its commission to 15 cents per dollar for all but the top-selling apps, although that change affects a fraction of Apple’s app revenue.) Other app makers believe Apple unfairly blocks their apps or puts them at a disadvantage to Apple’s competing internet services. The complainers could be a vocal minority among the couple million iPhone apps, but it’s an influential one — including Spotify, Match Group, Airbnb, Tile and the maker of the Fortnite video game, Epic Games, whose trial against Apple concluded last month. Do the complainers have a point? Yup. Apple has been running its app store using the same approach since it started it in 2008. That made sense at the time. It might not anymore. People’s familiarity with apps makes it harder for Apple to justify its restrictions and commissions as though people couldn’t find apps without the company’s help. Apple also makes increasingly Byzantine rules to keep control over the app store, and they don’t always make sense. Why does Apple want an app to pay it a commission on the e-book edition of a cookbook but not the print version? The big question for us is: What does Apple’s grip on the iPhone cost us, in higher priced apps or new ideas that never get off the ground because some developers don’t think they can make money under Apple’s terms? But Apple is a little right, too. Apple says that it deserves to be compensated for its role in the app economy. It brings hundreds of millions of potential customers to app makers’ doorsteps, makes it easy for people to buy stuff, and screens apps to make sure they’re safe. (The company’s vetting is definitely not foolproof, though.) Apple overstates the value of what it does for app makers and the rest of us, but it is a meaningful contribution. What’s the solution to app peace? I have two suggestions, one mild and another aggressive. I doubt that Apple would do either voluntarily. First, Apple should stop blocking app makers from telling people that they don’t have to buy stuff in the app. For example, YouTube Music’s streaming subscription costs $12.99 a month if purchased in the iPhone app. The same membership costs $9.99 from YouTube Music’s website. (YouTube pays a commission of $3 to Apple, and passes the cost on to us.) If app makers were allowed to link to websites where people could buy subscriptions or digital goods for less, many people still wouldn’t do it because it’s a pain, my colleague Greg Bensinger told me. But Greg, a New York Times editorial board member, said that it would win Apple a lot of good will. It also would conform more closely to how Google operates its Android app store. My out-there option is to ditch app stores entirely. It is easier and arguably more secure to find, pay for and download apps from a single digital storefront. But I’m no longer sure it’s worth the higher costs and control by app store owners. What if we just downloaded a Tinder or YouTube Music app from the companies’ websites? Or, as I have proposed before, what if there were no apps at all? The Amazon Sidewalk Do you own an Amazon gadget like a Ring camera or an Echo speaker? Brian X. Chen, The Times’s personal technology columnist, has info and advice about a new shared internet network of Amazon device owners. Starting on Tuesday, June 8, many people who own Amazon devices will be automatically enrolled in a new program that Amazon calls Sidewalk. Basically, it allows anyone who is part of this collective to share their internet connection with others nearby. If your neighbor’s Ring internet-connected doorbell camera has a poor internet connection and yours has a strong one, you can share your bandwidth with your neighbor and vice versa. Amazon has a detailed explanation of Sidewalk on its website. Devices that will join Sidewalk are generally newer products, like the third-generation Echo speaker, the Echo Spot smart alarm clock and some Ring cameras that were released in 2019. While Amazon’s intentions with Sidewalk sound good, security experts have raised concerns because there are many unknowns. What if hackers infiltrate the network and hijack devices? (That has happened before with Ring devices.) Or what if sharing our internet connections violates the terms-of-service agreements we have with our internet providers? Amazon has published a white paper about its security measures. Still, being part of Sidewalk makes you an early test subject, and it will be no fun if something goes wrong. I’m also not a fan of being automatically enrolled in a data-sharing program, no matter the intent. If this bothers you, too, here are the steps to opt out: If you use an Amazon Alexa product: - In the Amazon Alexa app, tap More in the lower right hand corner of the screen. - Tap Settings, then Account Settings, then Amazon Sidewalk. - Toggle Sidewalk to the off position. If you use a Ring product: - In the Ring app, tap the three-lined icon in the upper left, and then tap Control Center. - Tap Amazon Sidewalk and slide the button to the off position. (If you do not see the Sidewalk options in your settings, it means your device is not compatible with the new program.)

The weight loss surgery is increasingly becoming a popular medical solution for obesity. However, before a patient goes under the knife, a lot of processes (measurement of blood pressure, blood tests, evaluation for pre-existing nutritional deficiencies) are carried out to prepare him for the procedure. One of these major preparations is a psychological evaluation. A patient will not be allowed to have a weight loss surgery if he or she is not mentally stable. The American Association of Psychiatry has put in place regulations to ensure that all obese patients who are to undergo surgery for weight loss are psychologically evaluated and will not be allowed for the operation if there are not mentally stable. You may wonder why it is crucial that obese patients pass all psychological evaluations before there are allowed for surgery. In this informative article, you will learn the importance of a psychiatric pre-surgical assessment to bariatric surgery. A research report published in the American Journal of Psychiatry shows that psychiatric anomalies are some of the significant disorders found in bariatric surgery patients. This makes it very important that a professional carry out a full psychiatric evaluation to find out if there is any disorder that will hinder the success of the weight loss procedure. If any confusion is discovered, the patient is subjected to full treatment to get them ready for the surgery. The surgery will be a failure if after everything the patient is unable to control his body weight. A patient that passes the evaluation would then be able to seek more info about the possible surgical options available and discuss the process in more detail with their surgeon before moving forward. The psychological evaluation is also done to make sure that a Bariatric surgery candidate is ready to face the risks of the surgery. The candidate is also prepared to meet life after the surgery which requires changes in activity and diet. Life after surgery can be difficult for most patients. It is important they know what to expect before they go in for the surgery. Psychological screening is therefore necessary for preparing the candidate mentally to face the upcoming lifestyle changes. Also, a psychological evaluation is carried out to find out the expectations of the patients towards the bariatric surgery. Most patients are known to have unrealistic expectations and end up disappointed after the whole process. This disappointment affects the psychological set of such patient and will cause the post-surgical practices to fail. A psychological evaluation will help find out if a candidate has such misconception and help correct them before the surgery. The patient is allowed to bare his thoughts about the surgery, and the doctor will make sure the patient understands the requirements and risks associated with the surgery. Finally, pre-surgical psychological evaluation is an essential tool for educating bariatric candidates about the procedure and what to expect after the surgery. Most times, the candidates are referred to a psychologist in their home location if there are having the surgery abroad. The psychiatric evaluation can also be a part of the preparatory classes offered by most bariatric specialists. So, before you sign up for a weight loss surgery, make sure you go through all necessary psychiatric evaluation to get you prepared.

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Soccer Cleats With Ankle Support [ 2020 Reviews ] We updated our list of best soccer cleats with ankle support in 2020. Our top 5 choices based on verified buyer experiences are: In one of our recent articles, we reviewed the best ankle braces for soccer players. These braces can all be worn under your cleats, and typically, they offer the most superior support and stability for for something that is still comfortable and won’t diminish your performance. However, some people simple like the feel of a higher-top cleat, or without any history of ankle sprains, may just want a tiny bit of extra support without having to combine their cleats with a brace, such as a lace-up ankle brace (these are still pretty slim, but when it comes to feel, every athlete has their own preference). Therefore, in this article, we would like to discuss some options for soccer cleats with ankle support. Please keep in mind that these typically don’t offer the same level of support as an ankle brace, but nevertheless, a little bit can go a long way. Our Top Choices for Cleats with Ankle Support These cleats are from Adidas Primemesh line, which allow a comfortable fit and a super-fast break-in time. Technically firm ground cleats, these also have a stud design that forms a slight pocket under the foot. The idea here is that you can create more contact with the ball, allowing for better control. If you’re reading this article, chances are you’re wondering where the ankle support comes in then. At first glance, they look pretty standard, but the cuff actually does run up a little bit higher than most cleats. Theoretically, this should help add a little bit of extra support, not in the sense of bracing or wrapping your ankle, but limiting more extreme ranges of motion that are often the mechanisms of sprains. We would not go as far to say that they are meant to prevent or reduce sprains, but the overall design looks like it can facilitate this a little bit. Lastly, these are on the cheaper end of higher-top cleats that still offer excellent comfort and performance, and there are a couple different styles to choose from. Plus, Adidas is a very reliable brand when it comes to cleats, so you can have some confidence in their products. Overall, these offer great value for soccer players who may be looking to experiment with a higher-top design. These are essentially the same as the women’s Adidas cleats we reviewed above, but sized for men. They come in different color schemes, and they are just a slightly updated version (“16.3” for the women’s cleats, and “17.3” for the men’s cleats). To be honest, we don’t know exactly where the subtle differences between versions lie, if there are any at all, but we suspect it’s mainly a difference in the aesthetic design. In general, the customer reviews for the women’s cleats were quite good for those versions, whereas there were a higher number of reviews to go off for the 17.3 cleats in the men’s. Regardless, both pairs of cleats offer great value and both come with a slightly higher cuff, which may help prevent excessive movements to a limited degree. The main purpose of these cuffs are to keep water and debris out, but having something that may provide a little bit of resistance could be helpful. Also, both come with the Total-Control stud alignment to help you handle the ball with greater speed, agility, and control. Overall, these offer great bang-for-your-buck. These are known to be good cleats in terms of comfort and especially performance, but one thing we would like to point out is that the upper cuff that appears to be useful for ankle support, but in reality, it really doesn’t do much in that regard. While it may be comfortable and does serve a purpose by preventing any intrusion of water and debris, it doesn’t offer much more support than a snug sock, so if you’re trying to prevent ankle sprains you may need to opt for a brace or a different pair of cleats, especially if you have a history of ankle sprains. Otherwise, these cleats are great for firm ground, the offer a molded design for comfort, and the textured leather helps offer great performance. The leather is nice and soft, so it remains quite comfortable, and the leather on the top part of the foot amplifies ball touch and control. The Flywire cables offer a snug fit, which we personally prefer, and it actually does offer a little bit of support for the arch, which is nice. One other cool aspect is that Nike has put some research into the interface between the sole and the studs, allowing for a nice anatomical fit and reduced pressure at the points where the studs insert into the sole. The studs themselves come with TPU tips for durability. Overall, these are great cleats, but despite the appearance, aren’t the greatest for ankle support. Consider these to be normal lower-cut cleats that offer excellent performance and have a cuff for prevention of water and debris intrusion. For all intents and purposes, these are the same cleats as the Nike’s we just reviewed above, except in this case, they are sized for women and come with different color schemes. Similarly, these cleats also come with an upper cuff that prevents any water or debris from entering the cleat, which is a nice feature, but it really doesn’t offer much in terms of ankle support. Like we said, it offers about the same level of support as a snug sock, which won’t protect you from an ankle sprain. So then why are we reviewing these particular cleats? We have seen some customer reviews out there that complained about the lack of ankle support, and how the appearance can sort of trick you into thinking it may be relatively robust. So while these are still good cleats in terms of comfort and performance, we thought we should put that message out there in case it can help prevent anyone the hassle of buying and then subsequently returning them. Other than the lack of ankle support, these cleats are excellent. They offer a really comfortable fit and high level of performance. Basically, everything we said in the description of the Nike cleats above holds true for these ones as well. The leather may look a little beefy, but it’s soft and comfortable and actually helps enhance the feel of the ball for added control. The interface between the sole and the studs are well thought out, with an anatomical fit and dispersion of pressure from the insertion points of the studs, which helps promote balance and comfort. Overall, these are excellent cleats, just don’t be fooled by the upper cuff that looks like it could potentially be good for ankle support. If you do need something with added support, we would recommend the Adidas cleats above, or the spats that we will review below, which both offer some degree of support. If you are really trying to prioritize ankle support, then we would suggest hopping over to our article about ankle braces for soccer, as the braces really offer the best way to stabilize your ankle without sacrificing performance. Finding soccer cleats with added ankle support can be pretty difficult. The Adidas cleats and the spats that we reviewed above are decent options, but if you are really trying to avoid an ankle sprain, especially if you have a history of them, we highly encourage you to consider a brace. Some of the braces can be pretty cheap too, so just make sure to think twice about what is really important for you, and how much you are prioritizing your ankle stability. All the best this season!

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Creating win-wins in life can make your day! Irvin G. Schorsch III Last week I flew out to the West Coast for a business trip. My first stop was in Los Angeles and then I traveled on down to my conference at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in downtown San Diego. Normally, I would rent a car and traverse the dreaded California highways. However, it can be very expensive to rent a car in California, often costing upwards of $250 (including the drop-off charge at my favorite rental car agency in LA). I decided for this trip to San Diego to use a ride-sharing app on my iPhone. Uber and Lyft both gave me a fare estimate of $143 on my smartphone for the one-way, 2.5-hour ride. Lyft was running a 10% discount for the one-way fare trips, so I chose a Lyft to drive me back to my hotel to collect my bags, and then I decided to continue on to San Diego with the same Lyft driver, as my driving experience was quite good. My first ride was flawless. After we reached my hotel, the driver tried to get her system to reset, with no success. When the app failed to work, she was very upset and clearly wanted the opportunity to make the long and more attractive drive to San Diego. Not wanting her to lose the second trip, I offered her the $143 normal rate minus the proper 10% discount Lyft had offered me in cash for her to take me to San Diego. Not only was she very appreciative of the opportunity, but also I had made a new friend as the trip developed. We had very thoughtful economic and political discussions about her homeland of India and her recent experiences in the U.S. When we reached San Diego, I handed her the payment plus a tip for the wonderful experience I had throughout the course of our journey together. She was overjoyed by my act of generosity, and I waved her a fond goodbye as we departed. We had a chance to make each other’s day…a real win. I look forward to the next opportunity that comes down the highway. In 1995, Irvin Schorsch founded Pennsylvania Capital Management with the entrepreneurial vision to build a firm centered on the client first and foremost, and to help people crystallize their thinking about the future of their lives and financial goals.

Shortly before I give a presentation, I often feel a rumbling in my stomach, quickening pulse, and energy running through my body. These physical reactions help me a chieve a specific goal, an engaging talk. Mindful awareness taught me to pay attention to my body’s experiences. In many situations, I found it helpful to notice where in my body I felt emotions. Talking from my heart or my stomach became comfortable and authentic. As a result, I was more present and accepting of myself. I also was more open to the experiences of others. Neuroscientists refer to my experience before a presentation as stress. Stress is the body’s reactions to change. Although often thought of as wrong or something we shouldn’t experience, stress serves a vital role in health. Short-term stress enlivens our senses, makes us more social, and heightens our attention to details. Research shows that when we think of stress as a good thing, it energizes us and helps us perform better. Positive stress can help an athlete before the start of a competition or someone in business to close a deal. We can build a positive mindset about stress. For example, I say, “Thank you body for getting me ready to give a great presentation!” Last week, as I prepared to give a talk on Growing Awareness, an unsettling feeling in my gut kept poking at me. Reframing my body’s response as positive was not working. The restlessness grew. A desire to cancel the presentation emerged. I felt my stress level rising. What was happening? According to Dr. Dan Siegel, founder of the field of interpersonal neurobiology, negative stress evokes a pattern of fear-anger-sad-helpless reactions. The primitive regions of the brain activate stress. Our bodies respond to negative pressure with fear-based survival responses. Sensing danger, our bodies prepare to react with fight|flight|freeze reactions. Practicing how to move within the feeling and experiences of stress, I found it helpful to befriend my uncomfortable feelings. Rather than pushing away unusually intense emotional responses, I decided to accept whatever was showing up. I opened up towards what was unconsciously creating one adverse stress reaction. Sometimes I find it helpful to think of the stress I am carrying as a bucket. When too many things fill the container, I am no longer able to stay balanced. With compassion and self-kindness, I looked at the bucket. Eighteen months ago, my husband was diagnosed with cancer. I took a sabbatical during the first part of his treatment. About a year ago, I returned to writing and speaking. It brought energy and intellectual excitement. I was using my wellbeing journey to share with others mindful awareness. But recently, my husband’s treatments stopped working. We searched across the country for clinical trials. A new intervention required us to live away from home for a while. Self-kindness and compassion revealed the depth of sadness and uncertainty about my husband’s cancer. With the presentation in a few hours, I decided to show up with all of my experiences. By changing my perspective, I shifted towards viewing these experiences as challenges rather than fight|flight|freeze stress reactions. I trusted in the humanity and compassion of the group; after all, it was a session about mindful awareness and self-compassion. The presentation was a success. Here are tips from Dan Siegel, MD, for using mindful awareness to shift the mind away from automatic and unhelpful stress responses. 1. Befriend your body’s response and experiences by practicing mindful awareness. 2. Practice self-compassion – rather than fear and stress. 3. Become aware of toxic stress and early attachment relationship experiences that can, even as an adult, ignite primitive stress responses. 4. See relationships as resources for dealing with stressful situations. 5. Think of the self as MWE = Me + We, an interconnected source of strength and love.

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Like most smart homeowners, you realize the impact the right cabinets can have on your kitchen. Selecting the perfect cabinets for your home is one thing; keeping them looking great is another. Here are some handy hints to keep your cabinets looking as beautiful as the day you put them into your kitchen. If you’re like the typical homeowner, you have wood cabinets finished with a catalyzed conversion varnish. These types of cabinets only need to be cleaned occasionally by wiping with a damp cloth and dried with a soft cloth. Keep in mind that you can use gentle soap and water once in a while, but your cabinets won’t stand up to this kind of treatment on a regular basis. And abrasive cleaners or furniture cleaners that remove wax build-up should be avoided altogether. Choose Non-Abrasive Alternatives Instead, look for a liquid, non-abrasive cleaner. If there’s grease build-up on your cabinets, experts recommend the same tip you might have heard from your grandmother: Use a solution of equal parts vinegar and water, which won’t leave residue behind. But no matter what anyone says, you won’t need to use any type of wax products – they won’t hurt your cabinets, but they won’t make them look any better, either. Do your cabinets have punched tin or metal inserts? Clean these panels with a soft, dry cloth. If that’s not enough and you need a liquid cleaner, use only a mild soap diluted with water, then wipe immediately. Stay away from abrasive cleaners, waxes and polishes, as these can damage the inserts’ protective coating. What about the hardware? Most cabinetry has coating on the hardware specifically designed to protect it against abrasion and corrosion, so cleaning it is simpler than you might think. Just use a soft cloth with some warm water and a gentle, non-abrasive cleaning solution to remove any dirt or spills. An Ounce of Prevention There are some easy things you can do to care for your cabinetry that will not only make your regular cleaning much easier, but also to extend the life of your cabinets. These tips may seem like common sense, but cabinetry experts say that over time, the smallest things can have a big impact on your cabinets. On finished wood surfaces: With a little patience and a simple cleaning routine, you can keep your kitchen cabinets sparkling like brand new. Beginning when they are new is the smartest idea to keep your cabinets in top condition for years to come.

Advice On How To Effortlessly Save Your Relationship Relationships always start off happy and full of excitement and there is no better feeling than that ‘new relationship’ feeling. Your first fight is terrible because it recognizes a sign of maturity in a relationship and that new feeling is fading. Then if you start to feel that your relationship is in trouble; that can just be absolutely devastating. As soon as you start seeing some signs of trouble in your relationship you can start to panic and might even start acting and thinking irrationally – which really doesn’t help the situation one bit. How you act now can make or break your relationship so if you really want to save this amazing relationship then the following tips might be useful to you. What is the Problem in the Relationship? The first step to saving a relationship is to identify the cause of the problems that you are having. All relationships will have some problems but some problems are worse than others and these problems are the ones that can break a relationship if they aren’t resolved. Even the small issues are worth working at getting resolved as even though they are small, they can build up over time and become the cause of a failed relationship. So to save your relationship and your love for your partner, it is important to identify any problems and work through them together. Talk to Your Partner about the Problem A relationship is a two person journey and you can’t solve all problems on your own. So if there is a problem in your relationship you will need to sit down with your partner and discuss it, don’t just try to resolve the issue yourself. By talking about any problems that you have then you can both work toward solving the problem and saving your relationship. Do You and Your Partner Still Love Each Other? A relationship won’t work without love to hold it together and sometimes people just fall out of love. Love is a very powerful tool and if you both still love each other then you should be able to use that tool to save your relationship. If your love for each other has died off then it may be time to say goodbye, but if there is still a glimmer of love then your relationship has hope. It is possible to save a relationship that has problems if you can keep the above tips in mind. Love is a two way street and you both need to feel love toward each other and be committed to saving your relationship. If your partner doesn’t want to be in the relationship at all then you can’t force him to stay, but if he does still love you then there will always be hope. Stay calm, look at the problems rationally and work them out together.

Russia told the United States on Monday that the last remaining pillar of bilateral nuclear arms control could expire in 2026 without a replacement due to what it said were U.S. efforts to inflict “strategic defeat” on Moscow in Ukraine. Both Russia and the United States still have vast arsenals of nuclear weapons which are currently partially limited by the 2011 New START Treaty, which in 2021 was extended until 2026. What comes after Feb. 4, 2026, however, is unclear, though Washington has indicated it wants to reach a follow-on agreement with Russia. Asked if Moscow could envisage there being no nuclear arms control treaty after 2026, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told the RIA state new agency: “This is quite a possible scenario.” Ryabkov, Russia’s top arms control diplomat, said the United States had in recent years ignored Russia’s interests and dismantled most of the architecture of arms control. “New START may well fall victim to this,” Ryabkov told RIA. “We are ready for such a scenario.” His remarks constitute a warning to Washington that its continued military support for Ukraine could scupper the final major post-Cold War bilateral arms control treaty with Russia. The United States has supplied more than $27 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since Russia invaded the country on Feb. 24, including over 1,600 Stinger anti-aircraft rocket systems, 8,500 Javelin anti-tank missile systems and over 1 million 155mm artillery rounds. “The entire situation in the sphere of security, including arms control, has been held hostage by the U.S. line of inflicting strategic defeat on Russia,” Ryabkov said. “We will resist this in the strongest possible way using all the methods and means at our disposal.” U.S.-Russia talks on resuming inspections under the New START treaty were called off at the last minute in November 2022. The sides have not agreed on a time frame for new talks. Russia and the United States, which during the Cold War were constrained by a tangle of arms control agreements, still account together for about 90% of the world’s nuclear warheads. The United States said in its 2022 Nuclear Posture Review that Russia and China were expanding and modernising their nuclear forces, and that Washington would pursue an approach based on arms control to head off costly arms races. The New START Treaty limited both sides to 1,550 warheads on deployed intercontinental ballistic missiles, submarine ballistic missiles and heavy bombers. Both sides met the central limits by 2018. “Expiration of the Treaty without a follow-on agreement would leave Russia free to expand strategic nuclear forces that are now constrained, as well as novel intercontinental-range and regional systems that are not currently limited by the Treaty,” according to the U.S. Nuclear Posture Review. “Russia is pursuing several novel nuclear-capable systems designed to hold the U.S. homeland or Allies and partners at risk, some of which are also not accountable under New START.”

So, what did I think? I have so much to say, it's hard to figure out where to start. I didn't like the book. Obviously. It didn't make me sizzle and pop with rage, although after reading it, I'm a little puzzled as to why it's so popular. Nearly every aspect of the book held some sort of flaw for me, from its stilted dialogue all the way up to its shelving as a dystopia. Let's start with the genre itself. I'm a fan of dystopian fiction. When done properly, it can be an excellent way to highlight the flaws in a society by taking a reductio ad absurdum "what if?" scenario to show how our many excesses and our hidden or subtle cruelties can destroy us. THE SELECTION, on the other hand, is basically The Bachelor set in a very tame, very unfrightening "Hunger Games lite" universe. America, the heroine, lives in a bizarre version of the United States that has been invaded by both China and Russia, and is now called Illea after the general who saved the country and later became king...because reasons. For some reason, the United States has also become striated by a rigid caste system that starts with one (royalty) and ends in eight (homelessness). I was trying to figure out the professions that went with this system, because one of the girls who works on the farm is a four, manual laborers (like movers) are six, and America's family, a bunch of performers and musicians, are fives. This seemed weird to me for several reasons, but the one I'm going to get into now is that performing arts are an activity of leisure generally associated with those who are middle to upper class. Why? Music lessons cost a lot of money. Instruments are expensive. Practicing costs time - time that would be spent doing other things, like having a part-time job. Who are their family's clients? What do those numbers mean? If this is a criticism of society, it would be nice if what it is criticizing had been laid out better, and if those being oppressed by the system actually seemed to feel some sort of real pressure or fear. Poverty itself is a bit mysterious here, too. America is supposed to be fairly poor. At one point, she tells the prince that she has had to choose between food and electricity. But she doesn't seem to be hungry or desperate. In fact, she saves most of her meals for her poor six boyfriend, Aspen, and manages to do this without fainting. I might be more convinced by her plight if she got her clothing from the garbage of twos and threes, or if she often walked around feeling dizzy and sick. But no, she seems quite comfortable - enough to be flippant about her position. If she's that poor, why would she have fashionable dresses (albeit from an outmoded season) that don't have any rips or tears? Why can she afford makeup? Makeup is freaking expensive, and yet another thing that is often associated with the upper classes. This is the most gilded example of "poverty" that I have ever read about! Gender roles in this book are another aspect of this book that felt very strange. Obviously, if you have thirty-five girls fighting over a boy there's going to be girl-on-girl hate. I didn't sign up for this book thinking I was going to get a feminist treatise on why you don't need a man in your life to be validated as a person. But at the same time, the sheer number of "boys are this way" and "girls are this way" stereotypes was a little surprising. And while the thought did occur to me that this could be part of the "critique" of this dystopian society, it really didn't feel that way to me. America, our heroine, dishes out some of these gender role stereotypes while instructing Maxon on how to treat women. One of the first things she tells him is that women don't want you to fix their problems when they cry, they just want to be consoled. And in the beginning of the book, Aspen breaks up with America because he's angry that she's been saving money for him, because - and he actually says this - men are supposed to be the providers, not women. America totally buys it! She feels bad. At one point, while contemplating her future with Aspen, she actually says: "If only I could sit and patch [up his shirt and jeans] for him. That was my great ambition." I will give the author props for attempting to write a decent male lead. This was written when junior alphas were popular, and I think Cass really tried to write a decent beta hero with Prince Maxon. Again, props for the effort...but it wasn't a successful one. Maxon mostly just comes across as wishy-washy and bland. Originally, I gave THE PRINCE - the part where he meets America, except written in his POV - a two-star rating, but I deducted it, because apart from just being a POV-swapped rehashing of the events in this book, Maxon's head is a terribly dull place to be. When he's not dull, he's affected and smarmy. In THE PRINCE, his fear is that he'll fall in love with all the girls and won't be able to choose just one. He calls them all "my dear," and says this quote at one point: "You are all dear to me. It is simply a matter of discovering who shall be the dearest." Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the dearest of them all? In my review of the "prequel" to this book, THE PRINCE, I expressed a desire for some trashy reality TV style entertainment in THE SELECTION. I didn't pick this up expecting Nicholas Nickleby, but I did expect to be entertained. I'm not above watching reality TV or soap operas, and I was hoping at the very least that the girl-on-girl fights would be colorful or interesting, with catty but funny insults, hair pulling, and even some well-executed social coups a la Sae from Peach Girl (my favorite two-faced witch-with-a-B, hands-down). But no, one of the rules of THE SELECTION is that girls are expressly forbidden from sabotaging or striking one another, or they will be disqualified. Somebody does actually get slapped in this book, but the slapper gets disqualified and nothing comes of it. Someone's dress gets torn, too, but only a sleeve - and nothing comes of it. The sexually confident girls are universally loathed by America and everyone else, and some catty remarks are made, but it's all very G-rated, and, again, nothing comes of it. This is what passes for drama in this book: "That was it. I slapped him. "You idiot!" I whisper-yelled at him. "I hate him! I loved you! I wanted you; all I ever wanted was you!" Ironically, the YA books I read before and after this one were very similar concepts that did it better. The one before was Amy Ewing's THE JEWEL - which actually suffered many of the same problems: odd gender roles, bad world-building, girls competing for a "honorable" role that is actually mired in sexism (in one, decorative wife, in the other, surrogate to rich women). The difference is that THE JEWEL was not afraid to be dark. It was no 1984, but at least I got the sense that there was real oppression in this world and dire consequences for those who flaunted it. The book I read after this one was THE FALSE PRINCE by Jennifer Nielsen, which is similar in the sense that it has a bunch of commoners competing to fulfill a "royal" role. The difference is that a) it's all boys and b) failure means death, so the competitors have more than enough motivation to do well. I think that's what I expected going into THE SELECTION: I expected more hunger, more desperation, with a heroine who had to choose between love and death in a world of darkness. Instead, I got someone who thinks poverty is only getting to wear makeup when you go out and drama is having the sleeve of your dress half-heartedly ripped off when you refuse to swap outfits. My intention was to read through the series and see if it picked up like THE JEWEL did, but it looks like my library has copies of every book in this series except book TWO. I'm not about to skip a book, because I might miss something important (wink), so it looks like I dodged a literary bullet. I'm in no particular hurry to dive back into this world and find out what happens to Maxon and Aspen and America, either. Who will she choose? What will she wear? Who will be queen? (Listed in descending order of importance, obviously.) Look, I get the fascination with royalty. Disney princesses, Kate Middleton, The Princess Diaries. It's a position of incredible power that seems feminine but isn't intimidating. Ask most little girls what they want to be when they grow up, and I'm sure a fair amount of them will say "princess." Capitalizing on that, and using it for social commentary? Brilliant. There was a great idea buried somewhere in here, that could have been used to highlight gender stereotypes, misogyny, double-standards, social inequality, and reality TV. There were dozens of possibilites! But making the U.S. a constitutional monarchy of a caste system that feels like a learn-to-count episode of Sesame Street while everyone twirls around in ball gowns probably wasn't the best way to go about it. But that's just my opinion. 1 out of 5 stars

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By Max Webb, Managing Director of Pricing Analytics It feels like just yesterday that Zack Hallock, CES’ Senior Energy Services Advisor and I were reading the tea leaves, trying to predict how last winter would shake out in our blogs titled: La Niña is Near: What Does That Mean for Energy Prices and Your Business? and La Niña’s Here: How to Protect Your Business. In the blink of an eye, we’re already through Memorial Day heading full steam into summer. Thoughts of vacation plans, school break, and lazy afternoons at the beach come to mind. What also comes to mind is hot weather. You may be already asking yourself, how hot (or mild) will this summer be? or when is it going to be hot so I can plan my trip to the beach? What you should also be asking yourself is: am I prepared for the summer from an energy perspective? Lucky for you, I will try to answer those questions in this article as well as provide some tips and resources to get your summer energy plan ready. Without further ado, let’s dive into a few summer forecasts. As a brief disclaimer, it’s always good to take these longer-term forecasts with a grain of salt. While long term modeling and forecasting has improved over the years, it can still be difficult to nail down specifics far in advance. Mother nature has a mind of her own. First, let’s start with the 3-month forecast generated by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, better known as NOAA. Figure 1 shows whether there will be above or below average temperatures across June, July, and August. The outlook does not factor in the severity of the temperature deviation, only the probability or chance of above or below average temperatures. The darker the orange means a higher probably for above average temperatures. Looking at the map, NOAA is expecting above average temperatures this summer for much of the U.S. The highest probability is centered over the western half of the U.S.; New England is shaded in the 50-60% chance of above average temperatures. This isn’t much of a surprise when looking back at recent summers, which have trended warmer and warmer. Next, let’s look at individual monthly forecasts for June, July, and August to get a sense of when we could expect the highest potential for hot weather. These forecasts are also generated by NOAA through their CFSv2 forecast. Figure 2 cycles through monthly temperature deviation forecasts for June, July, and August. These forecasts provide an estimate of where above or below average temperatures are expected, as well as how much above or below average those temperatures will be. The Central and Northeast U.S. is expected to see a slightly cooler start to June; however, most of the country is expected to be above average through the summer. For New England, all three months are forecasted to be about 1 – 2.5 degrees Celsius above average with August forecasted to be the most above average. Figure 3 shows the upcoming precipitation outlook from NOAA. Similar to Figure 1, this forecast only shows the probability of above or below average precipitation. Much of the western half of the U.S. is expected to have below average precipitation while the southeast and east coast are expected to see above average precipitation. It appears there’s no end in sight for the ongoing drought conditions out west. A combination of above average temperatures and rain should result in a hot and humid summer for the east. Figure 4 shows NOAA’s recently published forecast for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. Their forecast is calling for another busy season with 6-10 hurricanes: 3-6 being major hurricanes (categories 3 and higher). Historically, hurricanes were an important factor impacting summer energy production and market prices due to the number of oil refineries located along the Gulf of Mexico. If a refinery or offshore oil production platform had to shut down due to a storm, production would drop and energy prices would spike. More recently, the impact of hurricanes on supply has lessened due to the build out of land-based shale gas production of oil and natural gas across the country. Considering current market conditions – volatile, high prices due to several factors – the market is on high alert, which may bring back price spikes should a storm take down a refinery or an offshore oil platform. It might be a good idea to build in some extra wiggle room to your gasoline budget. Click here to read CES’ latest Market Summary on important energy topics of the day. After reviewing these forecasts, the consensus seems to be that it’s going to be another hot and humid summer in the Northeast U.S. with a good chance of a busy hurricane season in the Gulf of Mexico. Plan accordingly for your vacations; keep an eye on local weather stations! In addition to vacation plans, you should also consider your energy plans. The summertime is an important time of the year in the energy industry. It’s the season when the electric grid is most stressed as it tries to keep buildings cool in addition to typical baseload electric demand. To ensure the lights stay on, regional grid operators must plan and build out the grid to make sure it is large and stable enough to meet the high summer demands. For folks in New England, grid operator ISO-New England has programs in place to help avoid blackouts. If you’re a CES client, I would bet you’ve heard of the Forward Capacity Market (FCM). This appears as a cost component in your electricity supply price. It’s essentially the cost paid by every electricity user in New England to help ensure the grid can handle peak electric demands experienced during summer. The specific cost you pay is dependent on the amount of electricity you use on the hour of the annual system peak. The peak hour usually occurs in the afternoon on the hottest day of the summer when end users require additional electricity for cooling. The amount of electricity your account uses during the peak hour sets your capacity tag – or cap tag – for the next year. Your capacity tag is a component of the formula that determines the amount you must pay for FCM costs. The key thing to remember here is that you can influence your accounts’ capacity tag assignment. If you use less electricity during the system peak hour, your tag will be lower, resulting in avoided FCM costs. To see a detailed example of how this works, check out the piece Zack Hallock wrote for the June issue of the CES Insider newsletter. Some common tools to shed load would be turning off lights and air conditioning or ramping down machinery and appliances if possible. Does this sound like something you can do? Instead of continuously checking the weather channel or the thermometer outside on the deck to guess when the system peak may happen, simply sign up for CES Self-Help Demand Response email notifications and alerts by contacting Nina Callanan, Managing Director of Marketing & Communications at firstname.lastname@example.org. In addition, you may also elect to receive Demand Response/Self-Help text message alerts by filling out this form. CES is continuously monitoring weather and system demand levels throughout the summer and will send you email and text alerts when we see the stars align for a potential peak. CES will explain what we’re seeing in the tea leaves and provide a recommendation as to whether you should shed load or not. The CES Self-Help Demand Response program is completely free and completely voluntary. This is a great resource for most clients to help reduce capacity tags and FCM costs. To learn more about CES Self-Help Demand Response program, check out this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfPeV-cHXBI&t=2s. Another program that ISO-NE and local utilities have begun to explore is Demand Response. Similar to the CES Self-Help Demand Response program, the ISO-NE Demand Response program goal is to reduce electricity demand during peak events. The key difference here is that you set a curtailment target for the amount you believe you can reduce your load by and during peak events, you will be notified and asked to reduce load. Depending on how much curtail, you will receive payments for your performance. Other opportunities that may be a good fit for you are heat pumps (as a replacement for traditional air conditioning) or on-site solar/battery storage. If you are interested in learning more about any of these opportunities or programs, please feel free to contact your Energy Services Advisor for more information. After reading this blog, I hope you can now cross “Energy Plan” off your summer to-do list. In summary, much of the country should experience above average temperatures throughout this summer as well as another busy Atlantic hurricane season. If you haven’t already, the CES Self-Help Demand Response program is a free tool to help you manage your peak electricity demand throughout the summer to help you avoid FCM costs. If you would like to go above and beyond Demand Response and Self-Help, or if you need guidance crossing off any of your energy related needs, the CES team of Energy Services Advisors is here to help. Before we know it, we’ll be releasing our Winter Weather Outlook, but in the meantime, you can find me at the beach! Stay cool out there this summer.

When did you last sit down to watch a live sporting event without doing anything else? Chances are, it would have been a long time ago. With so many choices, today’s average sports fans switch between screens, devices, broadcast streams, and social media platforms. Younger audiences aren’t looking for one passive experience, but many engaging ones that come together seamlessly. These digital natives have grown up in an interactive age, and aren’t willing to be satisfied with anything less. These new demands put pressure on sports franchises and broadcasters to double down on their efforts to get a larger share of their viewers’ attention. To succeed, sports OTT platforms now actively encourage viewers to participate in the action as it unfolds. Interactivity is a given, as is the need to craft a multi-pronged viewer engagement strategy. But what are the pillars on which your sports franchise can up its live stream fan engagement game? Transforming Digital Spectators into Active Participants Recognizing fans’ passion and need for active engagement, sports franchises are innovating with interactive features, turning passive spectators into active participants. This participatory model not only amplifies fan engagement but also fosters a community that resonates with the pulse of the sport. Here’s how major sports franchises are making it happen: 1) Give your audience a voice Sports fans are as opinionated as they come. Yet, unlike TV viewers, they need not limit themselves to screaming suggestions at an unhearing TV screen. Digital streaming allows sports fans to air their views on the game in real time, with most sports streamers and franchises incorporating a live chat in their feeds. But franchises are further refining their interactive features to make them more engaging. For example, a motorsports franchise can build a short-term engagement by hosting a Fastest Lap predictor for each race and a longer-term engagement by letting viewers predict the season’s Drivers’ and Constructors’ champions. Besides engagement, offering interactive features also brings in an additional bonus for sports streaming services – valuable customer data. By measuring conversations and evaluating polling data, sports broadcasters, sponsors, and athletes can get detailed insights about their audience. Understanding these sentiments can help them make better decisions on providing viewers with the content they desire and, in turn, build a loyal fan base. 2) Anticipate your viewers’ needs Viewer engagement begins at your platform’s start screen, even before a viewer actually clicks on a content piece. Streaming platforms now extensively use AI and ML tools that analyze real-time viewer data to create and recommend content tailored to users’ needs. So, say, a golf fan can not only get a live stream on a tournament but get served up live stats and camera streams of their favorite player. Then, after the live-action, AI and ML can scan the captured game footage and instantly put out a highlight reel, encouraging viewers to stay on and relive what they’ve just watched. Even when fans are offline, sports platforms can push notifications about crucial moments, like touchdowns, goals, or boundaries, so that viewers stay engaged in the game. Another interesting application of AI in live broadcasts is closed captioning and audio streams. As sports expand to new markets, AI can deliver real-time commentary in a variety of languages, either as closed captions or audio translations, to engage viewers in different geographies. This makes the live stream more accessible to viewers. NBC, for example, used AI to make experiencing the 2022 Tokyo Summer and Beijing Winter Olympics easier for people with disabilities by providing closed captioning for people who are hard of hearing and audio descriptions of the setting and action for those visually impaired. Using these tools, sports franchises build loyalty by understanding and meeting the needs of underserved viewer segments. 3) Encourage fan participation Competitiveness is inherent to sports fans as much as it is to athletes. Gamification, therefore, is a great way to keep viewers engaged during live events. By creating challenges, awarding points, and offering prizes based on fan interaction during the game, sports franchises turn a regular viewing experience into something more immersive. And, in turn, it converts casual viewers into committed fans. For example, fans can interact virtually with their favorite stars and get digital autographs. They can compete to predict outcomes or individual player scores. Going even further, Formula E lets fans gift their favorite drivers an extra boost of power during a race by voting for them. Drivers can use this short boost at crucial stages of the race, giving them a potentially winning advantage and their fans, the satisfaction of helping them succeed. Besides driving fan engagement, gamification also offers sports franchises additional monetization opportunities. Co-sponsorships for prizes, tie-ups with betting sites, and extensions of franchise rights to esports all help franchises increase their reach and profitability. 4) Create and scale communities Social media platforms are a valuable adjunct to live sports. While the live-action streams on different channels, fans increasingly use social media as a secondary point of interaction. Cricket, for example, generated 96.2 million tweets between January 2021 and 2022. Fans share content, engage with each other, and spar with opponents on social media, all while the live action unfolds. The global reach of social media means that they reach fans even in non-traditional markets. That’s a huge advantage, given, for example, that the NBA has more fans in the U.K., Germany, and China than in the U.S. Integrating social media feeds into live streams offers sports broadcasters two significant advantages. First, it is now a leading source of interaction data and insights. This allows sports franchises considerable opportunities to create communities that foster brand loyalty among fans. Tweeting live scores, instantly sharing replays, and to-the-moment statistics encourage social media viewers to share them, creating more buzz around the live event. Equally importantly, franchises get a clear picture of social media trends. This, used with the insights from their streaming platforms, allows them to fine-tune their customer engagement strategies with greater accuracy. 5) Make it truly immersive Finally, sports content owners should be mindful that much of what was considered futuristic until recently is already in use. Immersive technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) have a small but rapidly growing user base. Significantly, this growth is being driven by, literally, the new kids on the block – Gen Z. Already familiar with virtual spaces like VRChat, and games like Half-Life: Alyx, younger users are eager adopters of immersive technologies. Sports franchises haven’t lagged in incorporating AR and VR-based functionalities in their live streams. The NBA-Meta partnership, for example, means that a total of 52 games in the 2023 season will be available live (and free) on Horizon Worlds, Meta’s social VR world. Spain’s La Liga now offers multiple viewing angles of live games and allows viewers to pull up overlays of real-time statistics on demand. While costs and technological hurdles remain, AR and VR will drive the next generation of live sports streaming. Sports franchises adopting them will therefore be prepared to take advantage of future developments. Technology Meets Innovation Meets Creativity: The Future of Fan Engagement in Live Sports Streaming Engaging with fans when they are drawn to the most exciting content a sports franchise can offer – live action – can turn them into loyal fans who stay engaged on or off-season. Using a combination of digital streaming’s inherent interactivity, gamification of events, social media integrations, and modern OTT technology platforms, franchises can make fan engagement the bedrock of their success, now and in the future.

Have you ever wondered what a viewfinder is in photography? A viewfinder is an essential tool for any photographer, allowing you to frame your shots and ensure that the composition of the photos will be perfect. Viewfinders are incredibly useful for both amateur and professional photographers alike, providing a way to easily focus on the subject without distraction. In this article, we’ll explain what a viewfinder is and why it’s important to use one when taking photographs. Quick Answer: A viewfinder is a device used in photography to compose and preview an image before taking the photograph. It usually consists of a small window or lens through which the photographer can see the scene they are about to capture. What Is A Viewfinder In Photography? When I first started out in photography, the viewfinder was a feature of my camera that I didn’t pay much attention to. It wasn’t until I began shooting more frequently and experimenting with different angles that I realized just how important it really is. Essentially, a viewfinder is the area on your camera where you look through to compose your shot before taking the picture. It’s like a miniature window into your photographic world. There are two main types of viewfinders: optical and electronic. An optical viewfinder works by using mirrors or prisms to reflect the image from the lens onto a small screen inside the camera body, which you then look through to see what you’re photographing. On the other hand, an electronic viewfinder uses digital technology to display what the sensor sees on a tiny monitor inside the camera body – similar to how you’d see an image displayed on your smartphone or computer screen. Both types have their pros and cons depending on personal preference and shooting style, but ultimately it comes down to comfort and convenience for each photographer. One of my favorite things about using a viewfinder is being able to block out distractions around me while focusing solely on composing my shot. With so many screens constantly vying for our attention these days, having this physical portal into our creative space can be incredibly grounding – allowing us as photographers to channel all our energy into capturing those perfect shots without any external pressure or distraction getting in our way! Types of Viewfinders in Photography When it comes to photography, a viewfinder is a crucial tool that helps photographers capture the perfect shot. In simple terms, a viewfinder is what you look through in order to frame your subject and compose your image. However, not all viewfinders are created equal. There are several different types of viewfinders available for photographers to choose from, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. One common type of viewfinder is the optical viewfinder (OVF). This type of finder uses mirrors or prisms to reflect light from the lens into the photographer’s eye. OVFs have been used since the earliest days of photography and offer several benefits. For one thing, they provide an accurate representation of what the lens sees without any digital alterations or lag time. Additionally, they can be more comfortable for some users since they do not require staring at a screen for extended periods. On the other hand, electronic viewfinders (EVFs) are becoming increasingly popular on modern cameras due to their versatility and convenience. Instead of reflecting light through physical optics like OVFs do, EVFs use small screens that display a live feed directly from the camera sensor. As such, these finders can show real-time changes in exposure settings or focus areas before you take your shot – something that an OVF cannot do easily without additional tools like live-view mode or chimping (checking test shots after taking them). Of course there are downsides too – arguably less “natural” viewing experience than an OVF with reduced contrast ratio as well as lag/refresh rates could make tracking moving subjects difficult / stuttery as well as using in low-light conditions possibly wearing on battery life faster due to increased power draw required by display technology vs passive optical arrangement which requires no additional energy consumption once implemented Optical and Electronic Viewfinders: Differences and Benefits As a photography enthusiast, I have always been curious about the differences between optical and electronic viewfinders. After some research and personal experience, I can confidently say that both options come with their own unique set of benefits. Optical viewfinders (OVFs) use a series of mirrors or prisms to reflect light from the lens directly into your eye. This means that what you see through an OVF is exactly what your camera’s sensor will capture. OVFs also tend to be brighter and have less lag time compared to electronic viewfinders (EVFs). However, OVFs do not provide previews of settings like exposure or white balance adjustments, which are only visible through the LCD screen on the back of the camera. On the other hand, EVFs use tiny displays inside the camera to show you a live preview of your shot as it would appear once captured by your camera’s sensor. This allows for more accurate framing and composition since you can adjust settings while seeing how they affect your image in real-time. Additionally, EVFs display important information such as histograms and focus peaking overlays directly in your line-of-sight without having to take your eye off of the scene at hand. However, some EVF models may suffer from lower resolution or slower refresh rates compared to their OVF counterparts. Overall, there is no “better” option when it comes to choosing between an OVF or an EVF – it ultimately boils down to personal preference based on shooting style and desired features. Both types offer their own unique benefits that make them worth considering for different situations – whether you’re looking for quick reaction times when capturing fast-moving subjects with minimal distraction using an OVF or need more control over settings while composing shots with fine detail using an EVF! The Importance of Using a Viewfinder in Photography As a photographer, I’ve come to realize just how essential it is to use a viewfinder when capturing images. A viewfinder allows me to frame the shot precisely as I envision it in my mind’s eye. Without it, there is a significant chance that my composition will be off or that elements within the shot will be misplaced. In essence, the viewfinder provides me with an accurate representation of what I’m photographing and helps me control every aspect of the image. Furthermore, using a viewfinder also helps me focus on my subject more effectively. It allows me to block out any distractions that may be present and concentrate solely on the scene before me. This level of concentration enables me to capture shots with greater precision and clarity while ensuring exceptional quality photographs regardless of difficult lighting conditions or other challenges encountered during photography sessions. Overall, as someone who has been involved in photography for years now; I can attest that using a viewfinder plays a crucial role in taking high-quality pictures worth sharing and displaying proudly for years to come. So if you’re looking forward to perfecting your craft or simply enjoy taking great photos – investing in an excellent camera with an efficient viewfinder will do wonders!

Spread the word! Share this: |Expand your career potential with a globally recognized certification Become a Certified Accounting Technician® to be part of a network of over 100,000 credentialed peers worldwide |Join the CAT® Level 3 (Payroll & Taxation) Program| |(8:30 am - 12:30 pm) / NIAT HQ, Ortigas, Pasig City| Certified Accounting Technician (CAT®) Program The CAT® Program is a globally recognized program of the National Institute of Accounting Technicians (NIAT) that grants the CAT® designation to the successful professional here and abroad. The CAT® Program focuses on developing a strong base of technical accounting knowledge and skills; analytical, organizational and inter-personal skills; and professional values essential for today’s successful accounting professionals. The CAT® Program is designed to be an intensive accounting program that will equip the participant all the necessary skills for real life accounting work. The CAT® Program is recognized to be equivalent to the CAT® designations of different institutes around the world, giving NIAT's CAT®s access to membership resources, and recognition in countries such as Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Malaysia, India, and the Middle East. The Benefits of CAT® to You CAT® Level 3 Program Syllabus - Payroll and Taxation Accounting The CAT® Level 3 Program is designed to nurture the learning process and provide you with well presented and structured course. The qualification itself has been split into three modules for ease of learning. Each module contains set of drills and real-life cases for you to assess how well you are progressing. Passers of CAT® Level 3 are eligible to become either a Certified Accounting Technician® of the Institute of Accounting Technicians in Canada or a Certified Accounting Technician® of the Institute of Certified Management Accountants in Australia. Module 1: Payroll Accounting Module 2: Business Income Taxation Module 3: Business Taxes: Value Added Taxes and Percentage Taxes "The CAT® program is really good and I became armed with updated information necessary in my work such as topics in Bookkeeping, Cost Accounting, and Taxation Accounting. The instructors disseminated the lessons well and having the plan of working out of the Philippines, I believe I will be able to receive more career chances." Marvin Harold Rebullar "I find the program very interesting. Enrolling in the CAT® program will help a lot in keeping abreast to such changes. Of course, finishing the CAT® program, and passing the exam as well, is a great edge in getting an employment abroad. I learned about this program through my officemate who is also a passer of CAT®. I can say that almost every topic that was discussed is important because I was able to apply it in my work." "I am an accounting graduate but I wasn’t able to put into practice what I have learned. One benefit that CAT® has given me is the opportunity to exercise my skills in various activities. Taking up the CAT® curriculum also gave me an added experience and functioned as a review of accounting, payroll, and taxation that I regard as very substantial areas."

Found right in the center of Newtown, Johannesburg, South Africa, Turbine Hall is an iconic building. It plays an integral role in Johannesburg’s architectural history, having started out as a power station for the area in the late 1920s and transforming from there. And it benefits from being within the heart of a region known for arts and culture. That legacy, however, did not protect it from the possibility of water ingress. Over time, the building’s basement parking deck started to leak like a sieve, with the vast amount of water entering through cracks in the nearby concrete, causing extensive damage. It was an unfortunate situation that could not be resolved through traditional waterproofing membranes. To do so anyway would have meant removing the pavement above the basement parking deck, which was too expensive. Moreover, Growthpoint Properties Ltd. wanted a quick and efficient repair that wouldn’t interrupt the activities going on within the building. Having been awarded the project to repair Turbine Hall, the Kryton-authorized distributor Sanika Waterproofing Specialists chose to use Kryton’s Krystol Leak Repair System and Krystol Bari-Cote. By applying both Smart Concrete® solutions, they were able to waterproof the Turbine Hall’s basement parking deck from the negative side, circumventing the need to excavate. That helped them avoid disrupting the building’s activities and ensured the building would still get waterproofing repairs. These repairs would also be permanent, using rapid-setting hydraulic cement to stop the flow of water and applying grout and coatings that use Krystol® technology. That would prevent active leaking and allow the treated concrete to create interlocking crystals when in the presence of water, blocking any potential pathways for water ingress. The end result of this treatment left Growthpoint Properties Ltd. extremely happy with their leak-free basement parking deck. Since then, Turbine Hall has become a much-coveted venue for weddings, parties, and corporate functions. Krystol Bari-Cote is a high-strength crystalline concrete waterproofing top coat used to resurface and repair concrete or masonry. The Krystol Leak Repair System is a permanent crystalline waterproofing solution used for repairing leaking cracks, holes and joints found in concrete. It reliably stops high water flow, even under high-hydrostatic pressure, and outperforms injection systems. Repairing leaks is a simple 3-step process that involves…

We get many people from overseas visiting the Irish Family History Centre (CHQ Building, Dublin). Some will arrive with information to undertake genealogy research and some have no plans to do research but decide to use our facilities while they are in Ireland. In April 2017, I visited the US and decided to include some genealogy research on my own travels. With the help of one of my cousins in New York, as well as from online records, I had a lot of information about my emigrants to the US. It’s important to remember that there are still many records that are not online and, therefore, it’s necessary to do some legwork. I would only have limited time for genealogy research [This was a family holiday, after all!], so before I left, I made a list of what I would like to achieve. I contacted the archivist of the New York County Archives about one month beforehand to let them know I was coming and I made a search of this archive’s online catalogue to see what is available (see http://www.archives.nysed.gov/ ). Good general advice is to check archive websites for info and any pertinent rules before you leave, so you know whether you can take photographs, whether you need photo ID, what are the opening times, and where exactly it is. Some of my ancestors married and died in New York city and some lived in New York State, so it was also necessary to visit the Records Office in Chambers St, New York City. For your information, I was able to scan the records in Westchester Archives with my iPad but had to request copies from the Records Office. I had a very successful trip to Westchester Archives and would like to thank them for all the help they gave me. My cousins were also invaluable for driving me to the archives and to the cemetery where members of my emigrant family are buried. By Maura Flood

A Business Cash Advance, also known as Merchant Cash Advance, is a flexible way to inject cash into your business. Basically, you receive a lump sum of money that you payback with a percentage of your daily credit card sales. The biggest benefits of merchant cash advance financing? You don’t need collateral, and you can get approved with bad credit. That’s because the merchant cash advance company will mainly check your daily/monthly credit card sales for repayment rather than your credit score. First, let’s talk about the essentials you need to know before diving into some examples. Business Cash Advance: The Essentials You Need to Know There’s a few critical points you need to know before applying for a merchant cash advance. Merchant cash advance companies will use terms like factor rate and holdbacks to make their offer. We’ll guide you through the lingo so you can make an educated decision in the future. - Factor Rate: it’s a multiplier (usually ranging between 1.1 – 1.5) that determine the total amount you will need to payback. For example, with a business cash advance of $10,000 and a factor rate of 1.20, you will have to pay back a total of $12,000 (10,000 x 1.2). - Holdback: this is the percentage of credit card sales that contributes to your payback. For example, a daily revenue of $5,000 with a holdback of 10% means that $500 are withheld and contributes to your payback. Leaving you with $11,500 left on the $12,000 merchant cash advance. - Fees: calculated with the factor rate. It’s the difference between your merchant cash advance and the total payback amount. $2000 in our example ($12,000 – $10,000). - Payback amount: the total amount you need to pay back, including the fees. $12,000 in our example. The table below sum up all the information nice and clear, based on our $10,000 cash advance example. |Merchant Cash Advance||Factor Rate||Fees||Payback Amount| Important to know: the factor rate is determined by the merchant cash advance company. It’s usually based on your daily sales, your capacity to make repayment, and an overall risk assessment. The riskier the investment, the higher the factor rate. These are the main terms you need to know when looking for a business cash advance. Now let’s find out how it actually works. How does it actually work? A merchant cash advance gives you a one-time sum of cash that you can invest in your company. You then repay the total amount of the advance with a percentage of your daily/monthly sales (holdback). This means you payback faster during high season, and don’t starve your business cashflow during low seasons. 1. Invest the money from your merchant cash advance After the cash advance company checked your application, determined your factor rate, and made you an offer you accepted, the cash will be sent to your business account. It’s usually a fast process that only takes a few days. Once it’s available, you can inject the money into anything that would improve your business. Whether you need to upgrade your kitchen, purchase inventory, hire new employees, or literally anything else, you now have the potential to grow your business. 2. Use your investment to make more sales You daily sales will contribute to pay back your cash advance right after you received your money. Depending on the holdback you agreed upon, a fixed percentage of your sales will be withheld to repay the business cash advance. Because of the way you pay back a merchant cash advance, it makes investing in your business safer. And if you make a good investment that bring more sales to your business, you will repay your advance faster. 3. Pay your business cash advance back You pay back your cash advance with every sale. This means, the more sales you make, the faster you pay back. This also means that a dip in sales doesn’t drown your entire business. Besides, there’s generally no collateral for merchant cash advance, which make paying it back easier on the mind compared to traditional loans. Business cash advance examples Now let’s apply this to some examples with figures to see how a business cash advance really works. A restaurant needs a $20,000 cash advance to upgrade its kitchen In this example, a restaurant owner determined that he needs $20,000 to renovate his kitchen. This project will allow him to provide better work conditions and as a result, improve the speed at which he serves his customers. After requesting free estimates from several business cash advance companies, he accepts an offer for $20,000 with a factor rate of 1.3, and a holdback of 18%. Two days later, he receives the money and holdbacks start contributing to his total payback amount of $26,000. With his new equipment, the restaurant is averaging $12,000 a month in credit card sales. With a holdback of 18%, it means $2,160 are withheld and contribute to the total payback amount every month. At that pace, the restaurant owner will pay back his business cash advance in roughly a year. |MCA||Factor Rate||Fees||Payback Amount||Holdback| A retail store owner plan to invest $10,000 in inventory for the new season When managing a retail store, it’s critical so stay on top of trends. But buying inventory when you don’t know what product will sale can be tricky. In this case, a merchant cash advance is a safer solution. With this example, a retail store owner plan to invest $10,000 in its next collection. 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Welcome To Glow Orthodontics At Glow Orthodontics, patients will find a team of experienced professionals who are also lifelong learners. The practice is led by an esteemed group of orthodontists and medical assistants, and it serves patients in the Chantilly, VA region. With a commitment to providing care that exceeds patients’ expectations, the Glow Orthodontics team offers a wide range of services to help adults and children achieve their brightest, most beautiful smiles. From straighter teeth to TMJ relief, our team of professionals provides superior orthodontic care that is efficient, comfortable, and convenient. At Glow Orthodontics, families will find flexibility when it comes to scheduling and payment options, as well as a friendly, accommodating, and educated staff. With a dedication to the health and wellness of the community, the practice is also proud to support local causes throughout Northern Virginia. Our doctor strive to be leader when it comes to excellent orthodontic care, helping each patient achieve a smile they want to share with the world. SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGIES The earlier we catch problems with your child’s bite, the simpler they are to fix. The results are often better than if we wait and require less work. We may not need to keep braces on your child for as long when they are younger, which means less expense for you. No matter your age, you deserve a smile you can be proud of. You might not realize that we can fix your tooth alignment no matter what your age is. Braces are not just for children anymore. We can get you the smile you deserve! If you want to enhance your smile without the use of traditional braces, Invisalign® may be the right solution for you. Invisalign — one of the latest trends in non-invasive orthodontics — is available at Glow Orthodontics . All three of my children have had their braces done here. This a very nice establishment with wonderful staff. My youngest has Autism and the staff have been excellent with him. I completed my treatment this year along with my son, Michael. We are very pleased with the outcome. Dr. H and staff are very professional, caring and friendly. If I have any other dental needs, I would choose Glow Orthodontics hands down. I decided when I turned 40 that it was finally time to fix my smile as I was always self conscious about it. After braces and some surgery, I can say that now, at the age of 43, I LOVE my smile! Dr. Hukmani and his staff worked were wonderful, caring, and made me feel like I was their only patient and provided an awesome finished product - I couldn't be happier. Would definitely recommend Dr. Hukmani and his staff to anyone needing to improve their smile :) Request an Appointment today! Feel free to get in touch with us We would love to hear from you

Welcome to my new blog series, On Fridays, I will be posting about different aspect of handmade living . The first subject I will be covering in this series is raising chickens. This series focuses on raising hens for eggs. Are you a crafty type person who likes : Do you want to be even more self- reliant? Why not raise some hens? WHY RAISE CHICKENS? - Eggs that are healthy and delicious for your family. - It's pretty simple to do. If you can raise a dog or cat, you can raise chickens. - Most suburbs, cities, and towns allow a small flock of hens. - You don't need a rooster to have hens who lay eggs and roosters aren't allowed in most towns because they are so noisy. I have one but I live out in the country. - When you read about what goes on in factory farms you will not want to eat their eggs... - A fun and rewarding educational experience for your children. There is nothing like needing eggs for a recipe and going out to the hen house to gather them with your little one! - Chickens create the world's best fertilizer for your garden. - Chickens in your yard eat ticks, mosquitoes, and other pesky bugs. - Chickens can be raised in even small backyards. - Chickens can be hilarious to watch and each one has a different personality. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED Before you get started you need to find out what the zoning ordinances are for raising chickens where you live. Contact your animal control office or your city hall to find out. Most places allow a few hens but if you want more than a dozen hens or want to add a rooster to your flock you may need a permit. If you have neighbors you may want to discuss your chicken raising idea with them before you get started. You don't want to ruffle any feathers! Chickens need about 10 square feet of outdoor space per bird. Plan to start with at least two hens. They are social creatures and don't do well alone. If you want to start with chicks you will need to devote about a month of intense supervision to raise them. But once they are old enough to be outside maintenance is relatively simple. Plan on about 10 minutes a day for chores like raking bedding, gathering eggs, and putting out fresh food and water. Set aside a couple of days a year for larger chores like removing and replacing the deep litter bedding and disinfecting the coop. Next Friday I will be discussing how to get your first coop set up!

Two weeks ago, the speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow, invoked the parliamentary rulebook, Erskine May, to thwart Prime Minister's Theresa May attempt to hold a third meaningful vote on her withdrawal agreement with the European Union. The text notes that, in April 1604, Parliament concluded that "a question being once made, and carried in the affirmative or negative, cannot be questioned again, but must stand as a judgement of the House." A year later, on November 5, 1605, a young Englishman attempted to change the entire complexion of British politics with a plot to simply blow it all to kingdom come. The plan to blow up the House of Lords, known as the Gunpowder Plot, was part of an assassination attempt on King James I to restore a Catholic to the throne. The plot failed, and Guy Fawkes was arrested, tortured and executed. The name he initially gave to his interrogators was John Johnson (spot the irony). Nothing quite as drastic is needed these days. The Houses of Parliament are literally and figuratively falling apart as it is. And it's no coincidence that Banksy's painting "Devolved Parliament" is back on display at the Bristol Museum. Although given the way MPs on both sides are behaving, it's somewhat disrespectful to the apes to compare them to those who are supposed to be running the show. Show being the operative word here. What is unfolding before our eyes has descended into a farce and a tragedy. If only Shakespeare were around today — he would have had a field day! The government's handling of the Brexit process makes you wonder how Britannia once managed to rule the waves. These days the best it can muster is a botched Brexit ferry deal in which the startup company Seaborne Freight was awarded a £14 million (€16 million, $18 million) contract to open a new UK-EU ferry route for emergency medical supplies in the event of a no-deal Brexit, even though it had no ships and no port contract. Warped Brexit world Little did he know it at the time, but the Victorian-era novelist Lewis Carroll presciently wrote about the warped world of Brexit in Alice Through the Looking Glass, by putting these words into the mouth of his main protagonist. "If I had a world of my own, everything would be nonsense. Nothing would be what it is, because everything would be what it isn't. And contrary wise, what is, it wouldn't be. And what it wouldn't be, it would. You see?" Confused? Well, Theresa May has taken it to an entirely new level. Indeed, we can take the analogy even further. In another scene from the book the White Queen admonishes Alice for refusing to believe "impossible things." "Why," says the Queen, "sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." I'll restrict myself to two of the most glaring examples: 1) May still expects her colleagues and, more importantly, the country to believe that she will win a Commons vote on the Withdrawal Agreement: Almost nobody believes that, including her. 2) She is still in full control of Brexit. It's just a delusion Which brings me to the definition of delusional: - characterized by or holding idiosyncratic beliefs or impressions that are contradicted by reality or rational argument, - based on or having faulty judgment; mistaken. The UK government is now firmly in cloud-cuckoo land if it thinks that there is any halfway plausible way out of the Brexit mess. Leaving aside the economic and political damage any type of Brexit would have on the UK, and by extension on the EU, the affliction to the nation's psyche and standing is arguably even worse. If and when the Brexit dust has settled, the UK is set to be the laughing stock of the world for years to come. I mean, come on, even German comedians have discovered a sense of humor about Brexit. This flippancy masks despair, despondency and desperation. May's pigheadedness and pretense of being in control is about as useful as Boris Johnson's new haircut (not even that makes him look prime ministerial). There is nothing orderly or dignified about the spectacle in Parliament (apart from Speaker John Bercow's impressive performance and enunciation when calling MPs to, er, order). As the great Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw once wrote: "Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything."

Language is an important element to consider when searching for your perfect job. Whether you are looking for your next great adventure or a launching point for your future career, it is important that you use the correct language in articulating your goals for your job search. I have always been a great advocate of communication and the beauty of the spoken/written word. As a fledgling poet I struggle for the words to effectively express the imagery of my mind. The same principle applies to something more basic, like the job search. I have often wondered if it is just a simple word that would propel job seekers to their target. Maybe I am making it more difficult than it actually is, but I firmly believe that being able to articulate our thoughts, effectively, will allow a job seeker to effortlessly execute their self-marketing plans. After all, the resume, the cover letter, and even the social media pages are stories that we have written about ourselves … to solicit job offers and the promise of a better tomorrow. In my research to find the perfect technique for job search tools, I found many articles that say that our resume and cover letter must take into consideration the time and effort that the potential employer has and takes to peruse and make a decision about our resume. So, the language you use on your resume must be clear and succinct. The language must leave no room for alternate interpretations. Knowing what you are looking for has become increasingly difficult with the transition from Saskjobs to the Job Bank. Keywords that are used for searches are no longer generalized to access similar job postings. Similar jobs are not automatically grouped together for ease of access. What the employer is looking for may not be called the same thing that another employer is looking for. For example, a landscaping company could be looking for a labourer and another for a landscaper. Essentially both are the same, but the employers call them different titles. Or it may even be a landscape labourer. The clarity of your job search depends on how you use the language to serve you. It isn’t just the language, though, that you must take into consideration. It is the search technique. Introducing a concept such as a Boolean search technique is the next step in helping you to be competitive in your job search strategy. Using this technique will help you to filter through all the opportunities that are posted on the various job sites. A Boolean Search is essentially a keyword search, and it allows you to tailor your own specific search criteria as well as provide the opportunity to give you greater control over your search results. In order to use the Boolean search technique, you need to learn the basic phrases to use that are called Operators. It is important to note that this technique can be used on almost any job board. You won’t know until you try it! Reed.co.uk is a website that has provided similar information and examples for searching using the Boolean Technique. To start using Boolean, simply enter the following operators when conducting a job search. For the ‘AND’ and ‘OR’ operators, we’ve also included their one-character version, to help keep your typing to a minimum: AND / & When to use: When you’re searching for a job and you want the job description to include multiple keywords. Example: ‘I want a job as a Carpenter, which allows me to also Drywall’ Example search: Carpenter & Drywall OR / | When to use: When you want the job description to include one of a number of keywords, but they don’t all need to appear. Example: ‘I want a job as a Mechanic or a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Example search Mechanic | Heavy Equipment Mechanic “ “ marks When to use: When you want a job description to include an exact phrase. Example ‘I’m looking for Housekeeping roles’ Example search “Housekeeping” Searching Housekeeping, without quotations, for example, could bring back a number of other unrelated roles When to use When you want your search to start with a certain term. Example ‘I want to be an Administrator’ Example search Admin* This will return all words which begin with ‘Admin’, for example, Administrators, and Administrative Assistants ( ) parenthesis When to use When you want to group two or more sets of conditions together. Example ‘I am looking for Construction roles, specializing in Management or Supervisor ’ Example search Construction & (Management or Supervisor) The above representation of the Boolean Search Technique is very basic. With the right research, you, too, can advance your usage of the search technique once you master the basic controls. Playing around with the option of searching will help you find what you are looking for with greater ease. Notwithstanding, nothing replaces a great command of the English language. The importance of efficient search words will carry you far in finding the perfect job for you! That being said, good luck in your job search!! Feel free to come to the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Computer Resource Centre located at 2020 Halifax Street, Regina, SK at the Regina Work Preparation Centre.

HOW MUCH DO you know about the anatomy of your own teeth? Let’s give you a quick overview. We believe that the more our patients know, the better they’ll understand how important good dental health habits are, including brushing, flossing, and cutting back on sugary treats. Our lesson will start at the crown and work down to the roots. The visible parts of our teeth are the crowns, and they are made up of three different layers. On the outside is the protective enamel layer. It is mostly composed of inorganic materials like hydroxyapatite crystals, which makes it the hardest substance in the human body. It needs to be that hard to chew a lifetime of food. Enamel’s weakness is that despite being very hard, it is also brittle and vulnerable to acid. It cannot repair or replace itself if it is damaged or eroded too much. That’s why it’s so critical to brush and floss daily and limit the amount of acidic and sugary foods and drinks we consume. Professional cleanings are also incredibly beneficial. Beneath the enamel is the dentin, which is much more like normal bone. It has a more yellow color than tooth enamel. Microscopic tubules run through it to connect the nerves at the center of the tooth with the enamel, which is how we can detect temperature changes through our teeth. If the enamel erodes, those tubules become more exposed and the nerves get much more input than they like (which is how tooth sensitivity works). The Pulp at the Center At the core of every tooth is the pulp chamber, which is where the blood vessels and nerves are. Pulp is the living part of a tooth. As mentioned above, it’s how we feel the temperature of our food. It’s also how we feel pain when there’s a problem with a tooth (so treat tooth pain like the natural warning sign it is and get to a dentist). Down to the Roots The roots of our teeth extend deep beneath our gums and are anchored firmly in our jaws. The periodontal membrane serves as a cushion between the tooth and the bone so that the pressure of chewing doesn’t damage them. Unlike crowns, roots lack protective enamel. Instead, they have the gum tissue (when it is healthy) and a calcified layer called cementum. The tip of each root has a tiny hole through which the blood vessels and nerves can access the pulp chamber. Keeping Teeth Healthy from Crowns to Roots From the crown of each tooth down to the supporting periodontal structures, we need to keep our teeth healthy, and that means brushing and flossing thoroughly to protect the enamel and gums. Regular dental appointments play a critical role too!

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December 2020 Newsletter By Jonathan Goodwin, 17th January 2023 This has been an extraordinary year for cultivating allotments with the Corona Virus affecting all our lives. We are currently just out of a second lockdown and in tier 3 but fortunately throughout the year we have been able to benefit from going to our plots and cultivating fruit vegetables and flowers. At this time of year it is important to try and keep weeds down over the winter months by mulching or using ground cover where possible. Our allotments have been a source of pleasure for us in a difficult year and I am sure we will continue to enjoy the benefits in 2021 . I hope the end to restrictions will allow a return to some of our usual activities. We are planning a summer show in August 2021. We have not been able to meet as a committee for ages but we still hope to have an AGM in January 2021 although this may seem unlikely at the moment. The working party similarly has not met since February and many planned and potential developments have had to be put on hold. The Trading Store We have been open since July when allowed but we were not able to open in November and therefore our next scheduled opening is on January 23rd 2021 so check with the website nearer the time. We now sell peat free compost which is excellent and a more sustainable way to improve your crops and soil as well as a growing medium for seedlings. Three bags are £ 11.00 We also have a card reader machine so you will be able to pay for goods without using cash. We still accept cash but no longer can take cheques. In common with all retail outlets please wear a mask when visiting the store and only enter to actually pay so as to minimise contact. We will select the items you want for you. There is a potato order form on the website so please be thinking about which varieties you may want and get the form returned electronically or by post or drop off at the trading store in January. We anticipate being able to sell potatoes from the second weekend in February . Otherwise I hope you all remain in good health and look forward to a good year for allotment gardening in 2021. With best wishes for a peaceful Christmas and New Year

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Yesterday was all about humongous mouth-frothing over a Communist-front group’s abuse of helpless Hong Kong school kids – luring them into expressing support for the government’s political reform package, and posting the video online for ridicule by merciless pro-democracy citizens. This outrage continues, with the Privacy Commissioner poking around, and the Federation of HK Guangxi Community Organizations bleating about how ‘heartbroken’ it is. But the FHKGCO is not alone in this despicable practice. Another organization is preying on innocent individuals – conning them into making hackneyed pro-Beijing statements and then publishing the results for all the world to see, and of course jeer at. The institution concerned is the South China Morning Post, and their target is middle-aged, middle-class men who are suggestible and perhaps not quite worldly enough to understand when they are being used. It’s not hard to do. The newspaper sends a vivacious young mini-skirted reporterette to flatter the well-meaning gentlemen and entice them into providing near-identical quotes. Young people today? Expect homes! Not realistic! Occupy Central? Not good! Wrong way to make a point! The reporterette crosses her legs and leans forward, eagerly jotting it all down in her notebook, or at least ticking the boxes. Put community first! Responsibility! Innovation! So far, the SCMP have cruelly tricked: Professor ‘contribute to society’ Lo; Design Guru ‘social morality’ Kan; Fund Manager and guy-we’ve-heard-of Cheah Cheng ‘volunteer corps’ Hye; and token youth Innovator Rex ‘young are misguided in blaming politicians’ Sham. This is yet more of a series that started a while back called ‘Moving Forward’, in which the SCMP locates and presents members of a ‘silent majority’ to spout views that – above all – absolve the national or local governments of any responsibility for last year’s Occupy-Umbrella movement. (Previously discussed here.) Although the SCMP obviously has a pro-Beijing agenda and prods its victims into making correct noises, glimmers of reality shine through. Each interviewee mentions housing prices. The faults of young people today are numerous, and it takes time to list them all, but then this particular problem crops up. No-one dares join any dots (housing prices -> tycoons -> HK government -> Beijing), but this one issue keeps turning up in the middle of the conversation like some huge mute who won’t go away. To be fair, Cheah Cheng Hye – co-founder of Value Partners – hints very heavily that he knows what is going on. He doesn’t call the privileged entitled elite who won’t let go ‘parasites’, but makes it plain that they and the officials who mollycoddle them are the problem. Hong Kong, he says, needs a leader who… …emerges as a hero of the Hong Kong people, able to mobilise popular opinion directly to overcome vested interests and doubters from all sections of society, including the wealthy elite, the foreign elite, and parts of the media and the political establishment… Wow… ‘Moving Forward’ moving a bit off-message. But relax. Still to come in this lengthy extravaganza is Jockey Club (gambling monopoly) boss Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, who will presumably succumb to the SCMP reporterette’s charms and happily recite the standard, normal, non-freaky analysis of why these spoilt kids are so stroppy.

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View this post on Instagram I used to believe that meditation was about shutting off the mind entirely. In 2013, I looked at a friend and I told her, “I think I might have meditated once before.” I genuinely believed that meditation was a skill we could acquire and it only counted if we successfully stopped thinking. I only ever thought of meditation as the cliché, eyes closed, sitting on a cushion while holding Gyan mudra. That same year, I finally decided to take my first yoga class. I immediately fell in love with the practice, but simply because I loved the new ways my body was moving. After practicing for some time, I first noticed how my body was responding. I suffered from a bulging disc and it felt like I had tried all the things to escape the pain—yoga was my saving grace. Realistically, I believe I just really needed to learn how to listen to my body more closely. Turns out, I desperately needed to open up my hips and hamstrings—tightness in those areas directly correlates to back pain. And it’s especially easy to create tight hips considering they are the emotional storage unit of the body. I remember one of the first times my teacher gave me a hands-on assist in supta baddha konasana—an easy hip opener—tears slowly streamed down the sides of my cheeks and onto my mat. I didn’t even realize I was sad about something until she pushed my hips down to the floor just enough for that experience to come right to the surface. I was amazed at the lightness I felt after that class. That’s when I realized yoga was more than aesthetic postures, cool arm balances, and flexibility. It felt like some sort of magic practice I had been waiting my whole (short) life to find. As my yoga practice developed, so did my curiosity. Meditation became a practice that actually started to interest me. And as I slowly began to become more aware of my body through yoga, it brought me closer to the awareness of my breath. I think the most important thing I’ve gained from turning my yoga practice into a moving meditation is that I no longer identified with my thoughts. Meditation guided me to separate “I” from “self”—just like Eckhart Tolle wrote about in his book The Power of Now. Tolle was deeply suffering and thought, “I cannot live with myself.” That’s when he had the realization that if we cannot live with our selves, why not separate the two? Meditation teaches us exactly this—to separate ourselves from ego and watch our thoughts pass us by from the outside. It is learning how to become the observer: of life, of others, and of ourselves. But meditation is more than many of us think. Anything can be considered meditation depending on our level of awareness at that moment—doing the dishes is a classic example of a mundane activity that can be turned into a meditative experience. But it’s also important to note that meditation is not about telling our minds to shut off. In fact, I could argue that meditation teaches us to do the exact opposite. It teaches us to allow our thoughts to arise so we can look closer at why we have the thoughts we have. I think this is the juiciest part of meditation (and also the reason so many of us resist it). We often don’t feel ready to face the thoughts, beliefs, and experiences we subconsciously store deep down in our bodies. But once we can find the courage to actively pull those experiences out of the body, we will feel a world’s difference. The only way out is through, baby. And if you want more than just a couple of tears streaming down your face from a slight hip opener in yoga, then this practice is for you: Okay ya’ll, be prepared to cry (or laugh or scream) because this meditation is about to rock your world…literally. I am beyond grateful for finding this Kundalini practice because I have never experienced such a quick release of emotions before I tried this. A shaking meditation is exactly what it sounds like: you actively shake your entire body while directing your focus to your breath (or your mantra or however you choose to be present). Shaking is primal. Most animals voluntarily shake their bodies after a life-threatening event in order to release the excess energy of that experience. Now, imagine all the traumatic experiences we humans face, sometimes daily. If we do not actively try and let go of the energy from these traumatic experiences, it becomes stored in the body. This can create many problems—mentally and physically. Shaking is considered a Kundalini practice because Kundalini is the energy that lies at the base of the spine, and when we shake, we are actively moving stagnate energy. And ideally, we want this energy to be able to flow freely through all the energy centers of the body—the seven chakras. When we suppress our emotions, we are subconsciously shoving them down into the body, creating a blockage of energy. Shaking is a quick and simple way to physically move the energy that is stuck in the body—often at the base of the spine—and move it up through each energy center and out the crown. Now, doing this practice can cause a lot of different emotions to arise. The emotions that surface may be entirely unexpected because we don’t realize how often we store emotional experiences in our bodies before allowing ourselves to feel the feelings that experience created. And oftentimes, we might experience unexpected joy—the emotions we suppress aren’t always “negative.” In fact, joy is hugely common to be suppressed, especially when we live in a world that is racist, sexist, environmentally f*cked, and COVID-19 infested—another reason why shaking is a much-needed practice right now. Here is what my shaking meditation practice typically looks like: Please note: this practice can be done anywhere, at any time, and however you like. This is just my personal preference. First, I put on a bra. Humans with boobs, I highly recommend this step. Then, I like to create a sacred space where I can drop in and feel fully present and connected—for me, this includes rolling out my mat, lighting incense, dimming the lights, gathering crystals, all that fun stuff. Once that’s all set, I hit play on my music (see YouTube video at the end of this article for recommended music), I close down my outer eyes, I find a comfortable place to stand on my mat with feet hips-distance apart in tadasana (mountain pose), and I begin to shake. For me, the shake begins by allowing a slight buoyancy in the knees. At first, it might feel awkward or forced, but as the music progresses, allow yourself the freedom to shake however the body wants. Eventually, the shake will take control. When I shake, I focus on my breath. I breathe. I sigh. I moan. I make whatever noise feels organic. I shake for the entirety of the 12-minute song, and then I stop. I keep my eyes closed, I bask in the vibration swimming through my body, and then I lay down on my mat. And then, 90 percent of the time, I sob. And it feels f*cking orgasmic to physically release my suppressed emotions. For me, the lightness that is felt after this meditation is indescribable and something that must be experienced. Shaking has literally rocked my world and I hope it rocks yours, too.

Oakland County Executive, David Coulter, will deliver the 2023 State of The County address next week on Tuesday, March 14, at 7 p.m. live from the Berman Center for the Performing Arts in West Bloomfield Township.Continue reading Oakland County Executive, David Coulter, will unveil a roadmap for the future, a strategic plan that will guide the county’s efforts over the next five years. The Roadmap will outline a key set of goals that are fundamental to providing excellent service and support to Oakland County residents, businesses, communities, and organizations. Oakland County will livestream the event on the County Executive website, OakGov.com/SOTC, as well as Oakland County’s YouTube channel, @OakGov, and the Executive Office Facebook page, @OakGov.EO. The county’s Twitter handle, @OakGov, will feature live tweets with highlights from the speech. WDET-FM (101.9) will also broadcast the event live for the listening audience. Folks are encouraged to use the hashtag #OCSOTC22 to join the conversation online.Continue reading The 2021 Oakland County State of The County address will air next week on Wednesday, May 19th, at 7 p.m. from Stagecrafters at the Baldwin Theater in Royal Oak in a virtual format in order to comply with Coronavirus precautions. Oakland County Executive David Coulter will speak to the resilience of Oakland County’s people, employees and businesses as they’ve endured 14 months of living with COVID-19, perhaps the most challenging public health and economic crisis of our lifetime. His look ahead will include how his administration is building Oakland County’s future now and the county’s priorities for investing its $244 million share of the American Rescue Plan.Continue reading Oakland County Executive David Coulter set a collaborative tone and ambitious agenda to expand health care for county residents, ensure adults complete needed education and job certifications, move a county division and its staff to downtown Pontiac, and triple defense investment in the county by 2025. Coulter outlined his “Oakland Together” plan Wednesday evening before a full house at the Flagstar Strand Theatre for the Performing Arts in downtown Pontiac. “I believe the fact that Oakland does well means we have an opportunity – indeed a responsibility – to do better,” Coulter said. “We can leverage our strengths to tackle our challenges before they become problems. We can lead and innovate. We can be fiscally responsible with taxpayer money and forward thinking. To do that, we must be Oakland Together. Together as public servants working for the public good, together with our residents and businesses, and together with our region.” The 2020 Oakland County State of the County address will be held Wednesday, February 12th at The Flagstar Strand Theatre in Pontiac at 7 p.m. Oakland County Executive, David Coulter, will address over 600 Oakland County business, community, and political leaders at this invitation-only event.

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Gold tumbles as robust jobs data bolsters bets of early Fed tapering 09 Aug 2021 Gold skidded as much as 4.4% to a more than four-month low on Monday as robust US jobs data stoked fears that the Federal Reserve would raises rates quicker than expected, increasing the opportunity cost of holding non-interest bearing bullion. US gold futures slipped 2.1% to $1,726.40. Gold prices broke below their bull-market defining trendline for the first time since 2019, fuelling significant stop-outs and melting gold’s prices, TD Securities said in a note. US employers hired the most workers in nearly a year in July and continued to raise wages, giving the economy a powerful boost as it started the second half of what many economists believe will be the best year for growth in almost four decades. The data underscored remarks by Fed officials suggesting a sooner than anticipated roll-back of pandemic-era stimulus on the back of a solid labour market recovery. The data boosted the dollar and benchmark US 10-year Treasury yields, hurting gold’s appeal as an inflation hedge. Holdings in SPDR Gold Trust, the world’s largest gold-backed exchange-traded fund, fell to 1,025.28 tonnes on Friday, from 1,027.61 tonnes on Thursday. India’s physical gold market flipped into a small premium last week for the first time in a month as prices eased although activity was still subdued. Silver slumped as much as 7.5% hitting a more than eight-month low of $22.50 per ounce earlier in the session. It was last down 2.6% at $23.70. Platinum fell 1.5% to $965.50, having earlier hit a low since November 2020 of $959.93. Palladium rose 0.2% to $2,633.35.

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We've been hearing a lot of bad news lately about layoffs, slowed hiring for new positions and hesitancy for filling positions due to attrition. What gives, you might say to yourself? Well all is not lost. First, during this slow period, jobs usually not filled by college graduates are feeling the most pain. Workers holding jobs within low-wage occupations, have experienced the highest job losses. What jobs are we talking about? Restaurant servers like waiters and waitresses, cashiers, chefs and cooks. Also experiencing the highest financial discomfort are workers employed in retail sales, maids and cleaners of households. The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) reported upon some bad news. Studies have shown that students graduating during an economic recession or drastic slowdown of the economy have a difficult time catching up to their peers who graduated with the economy was booming. Economists estimate that they can lose up to 9% of potential earnings each yea until they finally catch up to their peers in about five to ten years. So, if we can stress the importance of getting a remote internship, we probably can't do it enough. There are a number of success stories of college students and recent college graduates getting remote internships. Some of the tips you can use for getting a remote internship is to: - Network. Start within your circle of family and friends. Branch out to the university clubs, associations, professors. And, don't forget the alumni. You might even check with your long lost high school friends and neighborhood buddies. You never know where your next opportunity for a remote internship will turn up. - Apply and Apply. Probably next below networking would be the methodological submissions of applications. Yes, it is painstaking, time consuming and boring. But, the only way to increase your chances of landing a great remote job internship is to increase exponentially the number of applications you submit. Keeping a time table, visual chart or task app found on Google or Apple are no brainers. You don't obtain a goal if you aren't tracking it. - Promote. Promote yourself. You heard that right! After graduation, go out with a bang. Use your social media networks to author blog articles, start a podcast, comment on others' articles. One way to show your value is to add value. In this day and age of influencer marketing and microwave dinners, you gotta make an impression in less than 5 seconds. At the same time, you need to show that you deserve more than your share of 15 minutes of fame. How do you do this? You can routinely visit the websites of professional associations, clubs, think tanks and comment on articles or ask to guest post your own. What better way to get a job than to position yourself as an expert. Soon, everyone will want to get in on your piece of the action. - Freelance. Try freelancing and doing gig work. You never know where it might lead. - Volunteer. Many non-profits that are religious and children-serving, elderly and impoverished focused need people who are energetic, full of vitality and eager to take on the social ills of the world. Further, with your enthusiasm, you are sure to revitalize the harried workers who are experiencing burnout. Further, it helps to build your karma score with the universe. You really get out of the world the amount of love you put in. So, perhaps you should stop thinking about your predicament and view the world from another viewpoint. Even though you may think you have it bad, others may have it worse. With this new change in perspective, as well as an expansion of your social network you are sure to get a remote internship. Plus, think about all of the positive references that you will have added to your toolbox. It's hard to give a bad reference to a potential employer for someone who as volunteered with your organization. So, hop to it! - Charge your mental and physical batteries. Take the downtime and put it to good use. Invest in your physical, emotional and mental health. Who wants to be drained and downtrodden when a chance to interview comes along? Don't take that chance. Set a regular schedule and/or set aside time just for you to relax and rejuvenate. You will be glad you did.

The argument over national security and individual privacy is certainly a pressing issue, but it’s not a new one. How any democratic society weighs up and trades liberty against safety gets re-examined each time a new technology or threat disrupts the established order. Governments have a tendency to see each new technology as a means to help them maintain order; radicals as a way to disrupt it. If governments overreach whatever finely balanced consensus that has been reached on the extent to which governments can monitor its people, there is always a counter-reaction. The UK Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), as portrayed by street artist Banksy, near the agency’s base in Cheltenham UK. Photo: Kathryn Yengel. Source: Flickr To understand the current messy debate about encryption, privacy and terrorism, the best place to start is not with Edward Snowden. One of the first major spy scandals of the modern age took place in 1844 when the British Home Secretary, Sir James Graham, decided to secretly monitor the letters of Giuseppe Mazzini, the exiled leader of La Giovine Italia (Young Italy), a radical movement hoping to create a united Italy. The public and chattering classes of the day rallied against what was largely seen as an indecent breach of individual privacy. This “Post Office Espionage Scandal” more or less put an end to the political spying on letters for 50 years. Fast forward to the early 1990s, when networked computing was just taking off. Millions logged on for the first time, and, predictably, brought nasty baggage with them. Although still tiny, “cyberspace” was a nuisance to the law. Untraceable paedophile networks were sharing illegal images of children via the net. Anonymous hackers were stealing intellectual property. Internet trolling was rife (although less mean than its modern incarnation). This made the authorities worried. In the USA, the Federal Bureau of Investigation upped its monitoring of the online world. In 1990, it launched Operation Sun Devil, a nationwide – and over the top – crackdown on hackers. Most importantly, lawmakers tried to pass legislation to force telecommunications companies to hand over its customers’ details, and prevent the spread of powerful cryptography software. Their arguments were very similar to those of today: they greatly feared a degradation of capability, of the Internet going dark, of the terrorists being untraceable, of cyberspace becoming lawless. But, just as in Mazzini’s day, the response was not exactly what the government hoped for. Crime continued, and net users reacted angrily to what they saw as a blatant infringement of civil liberties in this new space. Their space. Leading the counter-attack were the “cypherpunks”, a group of Californian libertarians determined to develop and share tools and techniques to keep activity online secret, and to keep the net free of state interference. They set up an email list and ended up predicting, inventing or refining almost every technique now employed by computer users to avoid government surveillance. (Julian Assange, posting as “Proff”, became a member in 1995.) It was around this time that a programmer named Phil Zimmerman (although not himself a cypherpunk), who felt alarmed at what to him was a concerted and disproportionate push by the law into citizens’ private space, decided to make the code of his “Pretty Good Privacy” software freely available to all. PGP is now an industry standard. Around the same time, the Electronics Frontier Foundation – a digital liberties group – was set up and remains an influential and fierce defender of online privacy. These struggles were known as the crypto-wars, and they’re back. We now share inordinate amounts of information about ourselves online: our bank details, our love life, our holiday snaps; our whole lives are online. More and more of us worry about the digital traces we leave behind: about governments who can monitor what we do; about big tech companies that collect all our data in large centralized servers and sell it; and about invisible US-based regulators exercising control over what happens on the net. The Snowden revelations have turbocharged this movement. But it’s about a lot more than intelligence agencies. It’s about privacy, freedom, and control. Just as in the 1990s, there has been a response – and, again, one which is starting to haunt the companies and intelligence agencies that are perceived to have overreached. Internet privacy and surveillance are now a major political preoccupation. Anonymous browsers, such as Tor, which are used to browse the net without giving away your location, are becoming ever-more popular. Facebook users, who used to be happy sharing everything with anyone, are inching towards more private settings. Phil Zimmermann’s PGP encryption is being downloaded by millions. New social media companies and messenger services are popping up with more security built-in. Motivated by an honourable desire to protect online freedom and privacy, hundreds of computer scientists and Internet specialists are working on ingenious ways of keeping online secrets, preventing censorship, and fighting back against centralized control. There will soon be a new generation of easy-to-use auto-encryption email services, such as Mailpile and Dark Mail. Then there are projects like Ethereum, which is building a new web out of the spare power and hard-drive space of millions of connected computers that its owners put on the network. Because it runs with strong encryption and the network is “distributed” across all those individual computers, it’s more or less impossible for anyone to censor or control what’s on it. Another is called MaidSafe, based in Scotland, which works to similar principles. Another is Twister. And on, and on. More and more of us – ordinary, typical users – will start using these sorts of systems, because of the obvious benefits. The upshot is precisely the opposite of what big companies and intelligence agencies want. We’re entering into an era where censorship becomes harder and privacy easier. That means more privacy from dictatorships, advertisers, spies, cookies, and hackers. A great development if you care about individual freedom and democracy. But it’s also good news if you want to browse child pornography or push out radical Islamist propaganda – both of which benefit from the use of encrypted systems, of course. The lesson of the 1990s (and the 1840s) is that, in the end, overreaching into the sphere of the individual tends to backfire. But the other lesson is, naturally enough, that spying will not, and cannot, stop (nor should it). The original crypto-war was won by the cypherpunks. Powerful encryption was then de-criminalized in the US, and the attempts to control Internet encryption were dropped. But, in response, the NSA and others simply changed tack – and developed ever more sophisticated systems of spying, some of which would eventually turn into the subject of Edward Snowden’s revelations. So spying work will continue – and we desperately need a strong and publicly supported intelligence architecture to help keep us safe: from cyber espionage, terrorism, nuclear proliferation and dictatorial regimes unconstrained by democratic controls. But in a post-Snowden world, the intelligence agencies will have to change the way they work again – becoming more rather than less open. They will have to change their focus: far less mass surveillance, and far more gathering of detailed and careful human intelligence online, more targeted hacking attacks on individuals’ devices. At some point they will overreach once more, and the whole thing will start again. In some ways this is quite a healthy tension for societies that wish to be free and safe. And if we stay vigilant, each time, the balance will tip slightly closer towards greater individual freedom and liberty.

Pakistan's technology sector is in the midst of an unprecedented boom. It is being fueled by the country's growing human capital and rising investments in technology startups. A recent tweet by Swedish fund manager Mattias Martinsson captured it well when he wrote, "Have followed Pakistan for 15 years. Can't recall any time time when VC activity was anywhere near we've seen in the last few months. Impact of reforms kicking in?". New laws have made it easier to create startups and offered greater protection to investors. Digital infrastructure has expanded with over 100 million smartphones and an equal number of broadband subscriptions. Pakistan is churning out more than 30,000 information technology graduates every year. Over three-quarters of Pakistanis in the top three metros of Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad are regularly using the internet. Technology startups are on track to attract more than $230 million in venture capital investments this year, almost 5 times greater than vc investments last year. Technology exports are increasing by double digits every year, reaching $2.1 billion in the fiscal year that ended in June 2021. Pakistani freelancers' revenue grew 47% last year, the highest growth in Asia and the fourth highest in the world. Pakistan has seen a phenomenal growth of 3500% in broadband subscriptions over the last 8 years . Pakistanis now own more than 103 million smartphones with mobile broadband subscriptions. In a Youtube presentation of the report, Faraz Azhar, Industry Head, Performance, South Asia Frontier Markets, Google said: “With half of its population on the internet - Pakistan is now online!" |Pakistan's Middle Class Growth Among World's Fastest| Google Search and YouTube are the most popular Internet applications in Pakistan, according to the study. YouTube is used by nearly 90% of all internet users in Pakistan for streaming music and watching video/TV, and 38% of Pakistan's internet users go to YouTube in the research phase of their shopping journey. |Lancet Population Projection For Top 5 Countries| Pakistan has also experienced an e-commerce boom in the midst of the COVID pandemic. 71% of Pakistani shoppers find purchasing products or services online easy, while 66% find it convenient. Another 54% find that online shopping websites or apps give personalized product recommendations, which answer common questions. Two-thirds of consumers believe that online shopping is the way forward. They say they will continue to buy products or services online after the COVID-19 pandemic. Faraz Azhar, Industry Head, Performance, South Asia Frontier Markets, Google said: “With half of its population on the internet - Pakistan is now online! This is the first time Google and Kantar released a study to understand more about Pakistan’s internet population. But it’s not only about people getting online, this research has uncovered new insights and behaviors that show how COVID is impacting online behaviour and the digital opportunities waiting to be unlocked.” |Pakistan University Enrollment Growth. Source: Encyclopedia of Higher Education| Pakistan Broadband Subscriptions Pass 100 Million Brothers From Rural Pakistan Teaching AI to American High Schoolers Pakistan's Computer Services Exports Jump 26% Amid Coronavirus Lockdown Pakistan Gig Economy Among World's Fastest Growing Digital BRI and 5G in Pakistan Pakistan's Demographic Dividend Pakistan EdTech and FinTech Startups State Bank Targets Fully Digital Economy in Pakistan Campaign of Fear Against CPEC Fintech Revolution in Pakistan E-Commerce in Pakistan The Other 99% of the Pakistan Story FMCG Boom in Pakistan Belt Road Forum 2019 Fiber Network Growth in Pakistan Riaz Haq's Youtube Channel

While the world of investment has many uncertainties, you can do something to boost your chances of success. Investment is a building block of a stable financial future. However, if you are thinking of investing, you might not know where and what you should invest in. First-timers tend to find the world of investment intimidating and confusing. So what should you check when investing? Consider simple investments If you are a first-time investor, you need to keep things simple. Starting with short-term investments will help you become more conversant with investment markets. You don’t want to invest a lot of resources in something that you have little knowledge about. Starting small is critical. From here, you can aim for long-term investments. Set up a stage for a sound investment Before putting your money in any investment, you should prepare well. So how do you do this? Begin by making a budget. This will create a clear path for you. Hence, it will be easy for you to find the right investment. Set your goals People invest for different reasons, but the ultimate goal is to get some returns. Therefore, you need to focus on various aspects of yourself to ensure that you achieve what you want from your investment. Some critical aspects to focus on include: your health, age, income, and capital appreciation. Consider the risks associated with the goals you have and the investment venture. Create an investment plan Once you have assessed your investment goals and risks, make an investment plan. First, find facts regarding any investment. Second, use the information to create the plan. Chose investments that will help you meet your goals. Consider your financial position, tax position, and time frame. Also, consider the expected rate of return in relation to your goals. Investments to avoid Avoiding high-risk investments is crucial unless you know how you will deal with the risks comprehensively. Choose low-risk products such as land. Typically, the value of land appreciates, so it is a good investment. Research by the Australia Housing Industry Association shows that the value of land per hectare increases by more than 6.5% annually. Therefore, with the availability of land for sale in North Melbourne, you have a reason to choose this great investment. Accepting more risks is a fundamental rule for investors who want a higher return. This is where diversifying comes in. If you spread your resources across different investment sectors, you can strike a balance between risks and rate of returns. Do you know that reviewing your investments regularly will make it easy for you to keep track of their performance? After each review, you can make the adjustments that you want. Nevertheless, you need to remember that markets rise and fall. Consider this when doing your analysis. With all that said, you should consider seeking the help of an expert whenever you feel uncertain about any investment. By doing this, you will decrease the chances of committing mistakes and save both time and money.

Preparing for a Ready-To-Go Mindset Are you prepared to play when you are inserted in the line-up at the last minute? What is your mindset when you are told you are going to play an hour before the puck drops? If you are not prepared, anxiety can skyrocket when your coach suddenly tells you that you will be replacing a teammate during warm-up. If you are not mentally ready to go, doubts will bounce around in your mind, “Am I ready for this?” “What if I mess up?” “How will my teammates react if I am the reason for losing the game?” “What if I don’t measure up or can’t play at this level?” When you are overwhelmed, you experience an emotional overload. You feel fearful and consumed by doubt. If you are not able to work through these feelings, you will be tight and nervous on the ice. You will overthink plays on the ice and make costly errors. You cannot be on top of your game when you’re not mentally prepared to compete. Preparation is not just getting your mind right in warm up. Nor is preparation a matter of readiness the morning of the game. Being on top of your game entails that you train and prepare every practice as if you were going to be in the lineup the next game. You should always have a ready-to-go mindset. Even if you haven’t played in a couple of games, practice, focus, hustle, and make crisp passes as if you were playing the next game. When you are prepared, you may feel pregame jitters, but fear won’t overtake your game. You will have prepared your body and mind to play your best given the circumstances. Ottawa Senator’s defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker was just two weeks removed from being a student athlete at University of North Dakota. Bernard-Docker practiced only one time with the Senators before his number was called to play. During morning skate, the coaching staff informed Bernard-Docker that he might be needed to play due to an injured teammate. Then one-hour before game time, Ottawa coach D.J. Smith told Bernard-Docker he would be in the lineup making his NHL debut. Bernard-Docker commented on his opportunity and excitement prior to the game. BERNARD-DOCKER: “It’s a game I prepared my whole life for. Obviously, I’m going to be a little bit nervous, whether I find out an hour before or I find out a day before.” Bernard-Docker played 18 shifts of mistake-free hockey with two blocked shots in 15 minutes, 33 seconds. Playing with a Ready-To-Go Mindset demands that you have the same mindset and level of preparation in practice. How to be Mentally Ready: Preparation matters so you need to make practice and training sessions matter. To develop a Ready-To-Go Mindset, you need to be ready to go before practice. Treat your preparation for every game as if you are starting, not sitting. Know what at any moment coach can insert you into the game. Focus on the action of the game, study the other team’s tenancies, and Visualize yourself playing each play as your team plays. Related Articles on Hockey Mental Game The Confident Athlete: A 14-Day Plan for Ultimate Self-Confidence “The Confident Athlete” is a ground-breaking system to teach you how to think like a champion and have ultimate self-confidence every time you step on the playing field, court, track, or course. “The Confident Athlete” consists of 2 audio CD’s (or digital download) that include 14 days of confidence fueling exercises and a simple to follow workbook that guides you through the 14 days, helps you apply the strategies, and customizes the exercises to your personal needs. Below, you can order the digital download version or have the program shipped to you.

What’s a crises? We did analysis on the list of social media crises aka “punkings” to find out what went wrong, why, and what should have been done. First, a workable definition on Social Media Crises for this report: A social media crisis is an issue that arises in or is amplified by social media, and results in negative mainstream media coverage, a change in business process, or financial loss. To refine further, while crises may happen on a daily basis we wanted to focus on crises that had the actual outcomes: We categorized each crisis according to three severity levels: Level 1 is for crises that result in negative coverage in mainstream media; Level 2 is for crises that result in negative coverage in mainstream media, and a significant response or change by the company; and Level 3 is for crises that result in short-term financial impact. Above: Social Media Crises (as defined above) are on the Rise To make matters worse, we also saw a slight uptick from unavoidable NGO attacks against brands (like Greenepeace vs Nestle/Mattel), which is a new form of one organization and its members attacking another, causing their social media efforts to quickly be overrun from hundreds to thousands of NGO fans. Above: Yet most can be Diminished or Averted, and Causes of Most Crises Originate from Company Interestingly, we found that 76% of these crises could have been prevented or diminished had the brand been prepared and had proper training, staff, and processes to respond (Read the report in detail to learn more). Above: Embedded is the report, which details the methodology, findings, and recommendations. 30k views in 24 hours on slideshare. In this Report, Learn How Advanced Companies Prepared What you’ll find in this report, is we found out how the advanced companies (I’d also add that many of them have experienced crises as a turning point, like Dell) used this to their advantage to spearhead internal change momentum. We found there are four common ways brands are investing in internal readiness, and we dissect their business benefits, as well as where they need to continue to invest. Here’s the full report, embedded below, you can download it from slideshare at well, there are no registration pages. In a tribute to Maslow’s work on our individual hierarchy of needs, we noticed a pattern than companies undergo a similar growth. Companies must fulfill the requirements at the bottom of the pyramid and then layer on top of success, building each layer. To date, we found only a few companies that are getting near enlightenment, which we will feature in our upcoming work. Here’s a pattern we found from the advanced companies: 1) Foundation: First, develop a business plan and put governance in place. 2) Safety: Then, get organized by anointing a team and process to deal with crises. 3) Formation: Next, connect business units to increase coordination and reduce duplication. 4) Enablement: Grow by letting them prosper give business units the support and flexibility to reach goals 5) Enlightenment: Finally, weave real-time market response into business processes and planning. Open Research: Read it, Apply it, Spread it The more you spread it, the easier it is for me to produce more reports. This research was 100% funded by Altimeter Group, and we are releasing it under Creative Commons so you can use it in your planning, presentations, and blog posts. You can download the report directly from Slideshare, and use the images provided below for your slides. I’ve embedded sharing buttons on the upper right side of this post, for your convenience. This six month plus research project was conducted by a team, and I’d like to thank Andrew Jones, Christine Tran, and Andrew Nguyen. Coverage: Related Links About This Report I’ll cross link to valuable reviews and mentions. - Crises List: The list of social media crises “punkd” list that the analysis was based on - Flickr: Here’s all the graphics, use with attribution - Altimeter Blog: Cross posted - Scott Gulbransen head of social at Applebee’s writes - Head of social strategy at JDA Software Cindy Kim reviews the core requirements Press, Media, Interviews - Business Insider: STUDY: Most Companies Are Utterly Unprepared For A Social Media Crisis - B2B Magazine: The Four Things You Need to be Ready - Financial Standard posts the highlights - Mashable: Anatomy of a Social Media Crises - For Immediate Release (Holtz and Hobson), Shel’s post, Neville’s post - SMI: 2011 the year of social media crises? - Jason Falls: Social Readiness Report - POV: Companies most ready for social media don’t block, experience fewer and less damaging crises - Mark the Higher Ed CIO discusses the urgency of being prepared - Shel Holtz covers the report, and discusses our future FIR interview - Terri discusses needs of social business readiness - Neville Hobson discusses the report highlights, who I’ll chat with on the FIR show - Brian Vellmure who focuses on CRM asks if companies are on the verge of a crises - Michelle Blanc covers the report in French (French) - Karsten Füllhaas, in Switzerland shares the report in German (German) - John Lang of the Lone Wolf Librarian blog discusses the importance of being prepared - Smart Insights highlights the importance for crises prepardness - Edelman’s Michael Brito: Altimeter Group Reveals Social Business Readiness - We Are Social (European based Agency) blogs their perspective, in Italian - Tac Anderson, VP of Digital Strategies, EMEA at Waggener Edstrom blogs about how a Little Education goes a long way - Weber Shandwick’s David K, discusses the importance of crises preparation - Warc: Brands fast social media crises - OneChocolate Communications highlights crises planning - eModeration reviews the findings and the report - David Armano, executive at Edelman references the report and adds his own frameworks and POV - iCrossing: Empower your employees through social media guidelines Social Software Providers - Bazaarvoice allows me to guest post, discussing the report, and my keynote where we’ll discuss the findings - Seesmic blog reminds the market to be prepared - Uservoice: Altimeter says: failing to make customers happy is the #1 cause of social media crises - Seesmic also posted in Japanese - Social Media Club shares the five things companies must do to be prepared - Community Roundtable covers the report, pointing out how internal processes are so key - Ragan.com covers how most companies are not prepared - Womma highlights the need for social preparedness - Marketing Profs: Social Media Crises are on the Rise Learn More: Upcoming Speeches and Webinars Discussing These Findings Here’s a few upcoming locations I’ll be discussing these findings, to learn more, see my speaking page. - Webinar with Marketing Profs, Sept 29th for Pro Members - Keynote: Awareness Exploring Social Media Business Summit,Oct 17, 2011, Burlington, MA - KMWorld, Nov 1-3, DC - Keynote: Bazaarvoice London Summit, Oct 18, London - Keynote: LeWeb, Dec 18, London - For Immediate Release Podcast (upcoming episode) Update: Thanks Jon Spangler for noticing a typo, which I’ve corrected

1000 Stonewood Drive Markets may rise and fall, but more than 70 years of combined financial services industry experience has given our team a long-term perspective on financial planning. You can count on our knowledge and experience to help you avoid the pitfalls and mistakes that can divert your progress, as we aim to keep you on track toward your goals. Neil brings more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. Neil joined IFS in 1994 as the Manager of Technical Research. Over time, his responsibilities expanded to overseeing all operational and compliance functions for the firm, co-heading the investment and portfolio committee, and developing client relationships. Today, Neil works closely with the founder of firm, Martin J. Mancuso, to guide clients in the management of their wealth and work to achieve their unique goals and objectives. Neil earned his Bachelor of Science degree in economics from the University of Pittsburgh. Committed to his profession and ongoing learning and excellence in his field, he earned an Executive Certificate in Financial Planning from Duquesne University. He is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional and earned a designation from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Additionally, Neil holds FINRA Series 24, 7, and 63 securities registrations through LPL Financial along with his Life, Accident, and Health Insurance license. Active in his community, Neil currently serves on The Kiski School Board of Visitors, Parent Committee, and Planned Giving Committee. Additionally, he completed the prestigious Leadership Development Initiative program (LDI) through Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. Neil and his wife Cheryl live in Cranberry Township and they have twin boys who are in college, Dylan attends High Point University in North Carolina and Ryan attends Roanoke College in Virginia. When not visiting his sons at their respective schools, Neil enjoys traveling, skiing, and mountain biking. With more than 40 years of experience in the financial services industry in disciplines including accounting, audit, retirement plan design, financial and estate planning. Martin continues to provide a foundation and wealth of experience and knowledge to IFS. In addition to developing new relationships, Martin focuses on setting the tone for the business he founded more than 40 years ago while continuing to guide clients in the management of their wealth to achieve their goals and objectives. He also works closely with his business partner, Neil H. Pettes, CFP®, to oversee the firm’s dedication to personal client services, independence, and integrity. Over his career, Martin has been instrumental in helping clients navigate through some of the most difficult market cycles and economic events in history. Grounded in beliefs and discipline acquired over four decades of experience, coupled with a focus on assisting each client’s family to achieve and maintain their financial independence while passing on their wealth and values to future generations. Martin earned his Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Pittsburgh, Katz Graduate School of Business and his Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from Allegheny College. He has a certificate in Executive Taxation from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William & Mary and holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) designation from the American College. Martin holds the FINRA Series 7, 24 and 63 securities registrations through LPL Financial along the Life, Accident, and Health Insurance License. Martin and his wife, Susan, split time between homes in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and Cornelius, North Carolina (Lake Norman), where he can continue his passion of water skiing while being closer to their grown daughters and four grandchildren. Financial Planning Assistant Matt joined Individual Financial Services (IFS) in 2012 in the role of Registered Sales Assistant. Before IFS, Matt held various research, operational, and support positions with a local independent financial planning firm. In addition to supporting Neil and Martin, Matt’s responsibilities include assisting in the ongoing management of client relationships, assisting in the design and management of client portfolios, and investment research and product analysis. He is also responsible for the day-to-day interactions and relationships with the various financial and investment firms and coordinating with the operational, compliance, and trading departments at LPL Financial, our broker/dealer. Matt earned his Bachelor of Science degree in finance from Slippery Rock University. Committed to learning and excellence in his field, Matt holds the Certified Fund Specialist® (CFS®) designation. In addition, he holds the FINRA Series 7 and 63 professional licenses through LPL Financial along with the Life, Accident, and Health Insurance license. Matt, his wife Ashley, and daughter Marlianna, live in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania. He enjoys running in North Park, going to concerts, and weekend getaways to Tionesta. Client Service Associate Meghan joined Individual Financial Services in October of 2020, as a Client Service Associate, having recently graduated from college and pursuing her career goals at the time. Prior to joining IFS, Meghan held positions at various companies while attending college on a full-time basis. Among her work experiences were positions in a variety of fields including hospitality and tourism and supply management. In addition, she worked as an intern for a Congressional House of Representatives member. Meghan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in international security and with a minor in economics from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. Her area of study focused on cybersecurity and risk consulting for both domestic and international affairs. Meghan’s studies helped her learn what motivates people and how conflicting values affect behavior in the marketplace. An accomplished student, Meghan wrote an article which was subsequently published by one of her cybersecurity professors on the topic of the evolution of espionage. In addition to a very busy curriculum, she participated athletically at the collegiate level during her years at Duquesne University. The sports included softball and MMA (mixed martial arts). While her free time is somewhat limited these days, Meghan still enjoys playing an occasional softball game. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, she now lives not far from her childhood home. Aside from office life, in her free time, Meghan enjoys reading, exercise, and fitness activities as well as participating in everything the great outdoors has to offer. Cheryl officially joined IFS as a part-time Operations Analyst in the Summer of 2021 to assist her husband, Neil Pettes, Managing Partner of the firm with special projects and operational items as needed. Cheryl spent the last several years as a “stay-at-home Mom” raising their twin boys, Ryan and Dylan, who are now both off to college in Virginia and North Carolina respectively. Before being her vital role of “Mom”, Cheryl spent nearly ten years in the Institutional Services area with Federated Investors (now Federated-Hermes, Inc.) interfacing daily and providing technology, administrative and relationship support for personnel of bank Trust Departments, Savings and Loans, and independent Financial Advisory firms which utilized the company’s web-based sub-accounting system for trading, account reporting, statements, data collection and many other functionalities.Cheryl enjoys being back in an office environment when she can and balances that with a still busy household caring for their three (3) very independent and loving, yet needy, dogs. She was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area and earned her Bachelor degree in business administration and international studies at the University of Pittsburgh, including two summers studying abroad. She and Neil love the outdoors, walking and playing with their dogs, travel, and exploring new restaurants and cuisines. Cheryl will find any excuse to visit their sons while they are away at college and looks forward to their academic breaks which allow them to come home for longer than a week’s time. Never bored, Cheryl also enjoys reading, organizing just about anything, and solving a copious number of crossword puzzles/mind games. She will never pass up a good horror flick either.

Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is the first graduate-level, research-based university dedicated solely to emerging technology in the fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing. Located in the Masdar City community in Abu Dhabi, MBZUAI aims to develop a regional hub for trade and commerce in AI-related industries and a global hub for technological advancement. Managed by a board of trustees comprised of leading scientists in the field of artificial intelligence, MBZUAI has attracted thousands of applications from around the world with its generous scholarship that consists of a full-tuition waiver, on-campus housing, student insurance, visa support, a monthly stipend, and an annual ticket for students to travel home. The Institute of International Education (IIE) was selected as a partner for global recruitment and outreach for the first class of students. As the COVID-19 pandemic expanded, the outreach team pivoted to reach audiences online in lieu of in-person meetings and presentations. To ensure a safe and available campus, MBZUAI also postponed their first intake from Fall 2020 to Spring 2021. A diverse and talented first class of students has been selected and represents over 30 countries. In addition to the scholarship package, students of the M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs can utilize MBZUAI’s network of scientists, businesses, and academic researchers to take their potential beyond the laboratories at MBZUAI to international audiences by collaborating with researchers from other institutions and finding employment after graduation in reputable companies. As mentioned in the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031, the demand for AI specialists and developers will continue to grow as the country works to position itself as a leader in future technology. Professionals will be needed to develop, apply, and provide maintenance as the country employs more and more AI technology into different aspects of its infrastructure. Therefore, job opportunities and research projects will be plentiful for students and a professional career service team will be stationed on campus to help students transition into the exploding job market. More information is available at www.iie.org/mbzuai. Applications for fall 2021 are now open, with a priority deadline of January 15, 2021 for international students.

When it comes to connecting generations, it seems like music has always been a powerful tool. Music has been used to bridge the gap between generations for centuries, and it continues to do so today. From the folk songs of the past to the modern-day hits, music has the power to bring people together in a way that nothing else can. Music has the power to connect generations due to its ability to evoke emotions. When people hear a certain song, they often remember a moment in time or a feeling that they share with someone else. It can bring back memories of a loved one, a special moment, or even just a feeling of belonging. By connecting people emotionall, music can create a strong bond between them, regardless of their ages or backgrounds. Music can also be used to teach people about a certain culture or era. By listening to a certain type of music, people can learn more about their own family history or the history of a certain region. Music can bring people together to share their stories and experiences, often leading to a better understanding of each other. In addition, music can be used to bring generations together in a physical way. For example, families often come together for karaoke nights or to play music together. This physical interaction allows for the sharing of experiences and stories that can help bring generations together and create lasting bonds. Finally, music can be used to bring generations together in a spiritual way. Music has the power to inspire and uplift people, regardless of their age or background. Whether it’s a religious hymn or a secular tune, music has the power to bring people together and help them find peace and joy in life. The power of music to connect generations is undeniable. It has been used for centuries to bring people together and create meaningful connections between them. Whether it’s emotional, physical, or spiritual, music has the power to bring people together in a way that nothing else can. So, the next time you want to bring generations together, don’t forget the power of music!

The Ultimate Revelation Of 7 Painting Trends If you are tired of the way your room currently appearance, you could always try redecorating or rebuilding. However, it could be time for an even bigger variation. The new painting trends can support to give you direction on your next change in home decor. From merge deep colors to different ways of using patterns, paint permits a more permanent change to brighten up the appearance of the home. Here are 7 painting trends you’ll want to try and where you can utilize them in your home. While you can simply attempt a most recent paint slant yourself, an artistic creation expert will have a lift thought of how to influence your vision to spring up superbly. Appoint a painting contractor today for quotes from contractors in your area, for free. Latest Interior Painting Trends For landlords who want to include something different to a room, a small paint project could be just what the space required. Changing up your paint colors and style can truly be what you require to make your home decor pop. Painting a home is the least expensive manner to boost the value of your property. Go with what colors suits your style and the feel of your home decor. Every home has character and that should support you move in the correct direction. While you can just endeavor the latest paint float yourself, a masterful creation master will have a lift thought of how to influence your vision to wake up superbly. Here are a few painting trends you can try in your home: However, if you are planning to sell your home soon, Black advises being cautious with color option, even if it is trendy. If you are planning on selling your home, then I would suggest playing it safe. Neutral grays or earth tones throughout the common areas and bedrooms. A splash of color in bathrooms is always a way to add interest.” 1. Dark Accent Walls You have likely looked this trend popping up on your favorite designer’s Instagram feed or many home design magazines. Dark accent walls couldn’t be more famous right now. Numerous proprietors are astounded to hear that hues, similar to the charcoal dark, are by and by slanting as highlight dividers in family rooms and rooms as a home stylistic theme. It’s a way to make a dramatic and yet cozy statement in your home. 2. Painting The Compact Homeowners have started to experiment with color in a new manner. One way is painting the compact of a room differently than the rest. Clients are also selecting to paint their trim and moldings the same or a similar shade of color with a different finish. It makes the overall look very clean and contemporary. If you are not prepared to conquer a larger paint project yet, then try updating the appearance of your trim and see what a changes it can make to your room. 3. Using stunning Color Combinations Along with painted ceilings, more homeowners are selecting color combinations that you wouldn’t think go together. But actually look quite beautiful. A great example is the 2018 Pantone color of the year, UltraViolet. This is a bright and bold purple that when accomplishing correctly, is a beautiful addition to the room. While it goes well with cool neutrals. It also coordinates well with yellow and blue to build a modern look. 4. Geometrical Patterns In many aspects of latest interior design right now, geometric patterns are famous. From patterned pillowcases to carpeting, you will likely look these sleek patterns in many areas of the home. But did you know you can utilize a stencil to support you get the look on a small accent wall? To see how you can do this yourself, watch How to Paint Patterns. 5. Brilliant Interior Doors We understand that colorful exterior doors have been famous for some time. But now that latest trend is coming inside the home. Painted inside entryways are getting to be popular as a mortgage holders appearance for new and remarkable approaches to add shading to their home, without making any senseless responsibility of a whole divider. Check out your favorite hue in a bedroom or bathroom door to see what a changes it can make. 6. Painting Between Shelves If you are looking to freshen up your bookshelves, paint can support in a better way! The latest trend is painting the wall space between each shelf in a bright color to support it to stand out. This is a great alternative to purchasing all new shelves as it’s much least expensive and less time-consuming. Be confirm to remove all items from the shelves and tape off the section before you begin painting. 7. Two-Tone Painted Cabinets As you may have looked in our 2018 Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Trends.. Two-tone cupboards are making look in kitchens the country over. You don’t require a full cupboard redesign to get the look. You can paint your cabinets to get the two-toned effect that’s trendy. If you’re wondering how to do this thing in your kitchen, you may want to begin with the colors you already have. Two-tone cabinets work well with the same colors in several shades or a neutral on top and a bold color that pops on the bottom cabinet. Be confirm to get paint samples to see how the colors look combined together before painting your cabinets. While you may already be learned that a change in paint color can significantly update a room. There are also smaller projects you can try that will really make a difference. These most recent paint patterns can be a fun route for you to express your own style and in addition make your home stylistic layout.FOLLOW US

We Can Optimize Winning Republican Campaign Rhetoric “Here’s the real State of the Union. Over the past two years under Biden, millions and millions of illegal aliens from 160 different countries have stormed across our southern border. Drug cartels are now raking in billions of dollars from smuggling poison to kill our people and to kill our children. Savage killers, rapists and violent criminals are being released from jail to continue their crime wave. And under Biden, the murder rate has reached the highest in the history of our country. Biden and the radical Democrats have wasted trillions of dollars and caused the worst inflation in half a century. Real wages are down 21 months in a row. Gas prices have soared and are now going up much higher than even before. And the typical American family is paying $2,200 in increased energy and food costs each year. Joe Biden’s weaponized Justice Department, and I’m a victim of it, is persecuting his political opponents. His administration is waging war on free speech. They’re trying to indoctrinate and mutilate our children. He’s leading us to the brink of World War 3. And on top of all of that, he’s the most corrupt president in American history, and it’s not even close. But the good news is we are going to reverse every single crisis, calamity, and disaster that Joe Biden has created. I am running for president to end the destruction of our country and to complete the unfinished business of making America great again. We will make our country better than ever before, and we will always put America first. Thank you.” — President Donald J. Trump, February 7, 2023 Every year, especially because they’re faced with irredeemably hostile media outlets, Republicans struggle to get their message to the American public. There are a few things they can agree to do that might help them in the upcoming 2024 election. Republicans are not like Democrats, and that’s a good thing. We value our individual liberties, are deeply grateful for our great good fortune in being Americans, and believe firmly in equal opportunity and the rule of law. On the whole, we are ethical, peaceable, tolerant, kind, compassionate, hard-working, generous, intellectually curious, helpful, and happy people. We are the big tent, but not an infinite tent, party. We empathize with the underdogs. That makes us good listeners and even better arguers. We want the best for our families, communities, and country, and we each have a slightly different idea of how that should be accomplished. This is also laudable. But now it’s campaign season. The urgency of getting the message out and trying to secure the upcoming election is very stressful. And this is on top of the national and global disasters that seem to encompass us entirely, the utter corruption and failure of the current Administration, and the grief we still suffer post-covid. It’s easy to fall into the trash-talking in-fighting we’re famous for, and that never does any one of us a single bit of good. Above is Trump’s response to the 2023 State of the Union address. It is a near-perfect model for this cycle’s election rhetoric, and I urge all candidates to follow it. Here are the guidelines to be drawn from this minute-and-a-half of elevated oratory. Tell the truth. Americans are thirsty for transparency. Point out our political adversaries’ failures. Use the powerful tools of mocking and derision to highlight their actions’ hypocrisy in the face of their stated ideologies. Emphasize the damage their policies do. Bash them for the worthless waste their careless, and falsely-based green, public health, wokie education, and rainbow military programs have caused. Bring a unifying vision of what can be: An America full of unique individuals with common values and mutual goals enjoying life, liberty, and happiness. Focus far more on future plans than on past problems. Provide a realistic hope for betterment in the economy, education, our children’s lives, healthcare, and international politics. Yes, recent elections were disgustingly corrupted and stolen using a variety of means. Rather than beating our breasts over this, the RNC, state party organizations, and individual candidates must commit time as well as resources to helping states and localities clean up voter rolls, limit mail-in balloting, stop ballot harvesting, ensure only citizens vote, improve election oversight, and require that voters present valid government-issued proof of eligibility to vote. Time is short. We must do this now. One smart tactic would be for the RNC to fully fund Scott Pressler and his army of volunteers in their efforts to register more Republicans. Jay Valentine must be brought in to advise on an effective de-corruption campaign. Here’s another important item on the to-do list (and one that the leading candidate is strongly encouraged to follow): Do not trash other Republicans. Conservatives cringe away from candidates who bad-mouth other Republicans, even if they are competing for the same position, and even if the criticism can be justified. Calling names and pointing out other R candidates’ flaws, failures, and foolishness is a guaranteed way to chase away campaign contributions and ensure voters stay home on election day. Don’t do it. Rather, every candidate needs to shout their good works, and those of other party members, from the rooftops. Blow your horn like Gabriel. Do it every day. It was heartening to see all the prominent Republicans come together over the leaked news of President Trump’s pending indictment. Their collective outrage over the indictment is already inciting voters to turn away from the Democrat party. I think Tucker Carlson is a genius. It was inspired when he sent questions about Ukraine to the candidates and potential candidates/senior policy influencers, gave them time to consider their responses; and then shared those responses with the American people. Keep it up. Do it every week for the next year for all important issues. Doing so will clarify and crystalize the Republican platform like nothing else could, and will allow a civilized debate where everyone—respondents and receivers of those responses—have time to consider issues thoughtfully. It will help that the responses are all consolidated in one place. Goodness knows, I haven’t got time to go from website to website to make comparisons among the candidates. We’ve got a little time, so let’s make the most of it. Let’s make the red tsunami rise. Anony Mee is the nom de blog of a retired public servant.

Sept. 28, 2022 – Tropical Edition By now, you’ve probably seen the ever-changing computer models for Hurricane Ian. As of this writing, Ian was headed for central Florida and had not yet made up its mind about how to handle Georgia. However, it’s pretty clear that Coastal Georgia could get at least 6 to 10 inches of rain. A second landfall is likely along the coast, bringing higher storm surge tides to continue testing our resilience. Prepare for that now. Higher tides will occur overnight and midday for the most part through the anticipated visit. Storm surge warnings are posted along the coast as far north as the Santee River in South Carolina. Lists, maps, alerts and more We’ve compiled emergency management information, lists and links from Coastal Georgia’s counties in a one-stop page to help you prepare for what the storm may bring. Since storms are unpredictable, it’s a good idea to sign up for emergency alerts for your county when they are available. Here are the links: - Chatham County Emergency Management - Liberty County Emergency Management - McIntosh Emergency Management - Camden County Emergency Management - Glynn County Emergency Management A few notes: - In Brunswick: Sandbags can be picked up at the following locations: Fire Station #1 at Community and Old Jesup Road; Fire Station #2 at 1929 Demere; Fire Station #4 at 3581 Frederica Road; Fire Station #6 at 3320 US Hwy 17. Also, volunteers are needed to fill sandbags at those specific fire stations. - Glynn County, McIntosh County, Wayne County and Long County schools will be closed Thursday and Friday. Camden County schools are closed today, Thursday and Friday. - Glynn County Commission had an emergency meeting Tuesday to immediately adopt a state of emergency just after Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for the state to run from 7 a.m. Thursday through Oct. 28. - McIntosh County EMA is “strongly recommending” residents of Sapelo, Hird and Barbour islands evacuate for the duration of the storm. Georgia DNR has announced the last ferry from Sapelo will depart the island on Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. - Savannah residents: City crews are working to clear debris from storm drains before the storm. If you know of a drain with buildup or a blockage, call 311 or report it online so crews can get to it quickly. - Tybee Island is offering sand to residents for bagging at Memorial Park, first-come, first-served. Bags available but residents should bring a shovel. City offices there will be closed Thursday and Friday, and emergency services will be operating. - Liberty County is offering sand and bags to fill Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Liberty County Road Department, 1079 Bacontown Road in Midway, while supplies last. - Camden County is offering a limited number of sand and bags at 3 locations during regular business hours: 132 Royal Parkway in Kingsland; 819 Point Peter Road in St. Marys; and 1004 Bedell Old Plantation Road in Woodbine. The City of Woodbine is offering bags and sand at 1714 Bedell Ave. Bring your own shovel to each location. - SCAD announced Tuesday evening that it would close academic and administrative buildings in Savannah Thursday and Friday. - Cancellations for sports and other events are flowing in, so if you’ve got any plans for the weekend be sure to check before you go. Expect schools, workplaces and colleges to close or switch to remote work as forecasts for the storm’s path and timing gets tighter. WANT TO MONITOR TIDES, STORM SURGES FROM HURRICANE IAN? For expert explanations about forecasts and what’s going on, check out Chuck Watson’s blog at Enki Research or on Facebook at Enki Research. Keep up with National Hurricane Center updates. And, remember a few months ago when reporter Mary Landers wrote about saildrones and hurricane research through the UGA Skidaway Institute for Oceanography? Here’s a video from NOAA’s Saildrone Explorer as it took a wild ride inside Category 4 Hurricane Fiona last week. If you have feedback, questions, concerns, or just like what you see, let us know at email@example.com. More storms, from the Atlantic and the Gulf, prompt cities, homeowners to defend critical infrastructure. Warm water, little wind shear and moisture spark storms but coastlines and offshore shelves help determine strength. The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows that hurricanes rage longer than they did 50 years ago. Over the next few months, corporate lawyers, consumer watchdogs and government officials will get their say in a rate case that will determine how much the state’s largest utility provider charges its 2.7 million consumers over the next three years. County officials are now making final attempts to stop the landfill after EPD signed off on the permit in May over loud local objections, allowing for the construction and operation of the facility near the town of Nahunta. Of the 9,517 comments sent to EPD, only three were in favor of the project. Support non-partisan, solutions-based investigative journalism without bias, fear or favor on issues affecting Savannah and Coastal Georgia.

If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen that I absolutely lost my mind over the book “Darling Girl” a couple of weeks ago. It’s a modern-day examination of the Peter Pan fairy tale, in which Wendy Darling’s granddaughter Holly must take on Peter Pan in order to save her daughter’s life. I think it’s such a clever take on the story, with fresh characters and a mature, nuanced look at the real heart of the story. Today, the author of that marvelous book, Liz Michalski, is here to talk to me about the original Peter Pan and why she wrote her take on it. Along the way we discussed her love of the fantastic in every day life, the joy and grief of sending our adult children into the world, the often tragic life of author J.M. Barrie and how it influenced his strange literary world, and why “Peter Pan” is the Best Book Ever. Want to be a guest on the Best Book Ever Podcast? Go here! Discussed in this episode: Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie Darling Girl: A Novel of Peter Pan by Liz Michalski Fun with Dick and Jane The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder The Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien Taproot: A Story About a Gardener and a Ghost by Keezy Young Disney’s Peter Pan Peter Pan (2003 Live action movie) If you are looking for more iterations of Peter Pan, there is also a sort of prequel 2015 movie with Hugh Jackman, and of course, Hook with Robin Williams. They all have really different vibes! The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen (Note: Some of the above links are affiliate links, meaning I get a few bucks off your purchase at no extra expense to you. Anytime you shop for books, you can use my affiliate link on Bookshop, which also supports Indie Bookstores around the country. If you’re shopping for everything else – clothes, office supplies, gluten-free pasta, couches – you can use my affiliate link for Amazon. Thank you for helping to keep the Best Book Ever Podcast in business!)

How do I talk to a live person at British Airways? Whenever a passenger makes a flight booking, they are going through many queries like adding extra luggage, refund on flight cancellation, and then they want to connect with the representative as these representatives have detailed information about the airlines. If the passenger is traveling with British airways, they can avail of many benefits and facilities like offers and vouchers. If the passenger is going through any query, they can also connect with the official representative of British airways. Some passengers do not know the detailed information about this then; they need to read below. Queries that resolve by British airways are below mention - Luggage related issues - Flight cancellation - Modification in the bookings - Lost bags or anything at the airport or on the flight - Ways to redeem Deals, offers, and vouchers - Making check-in - Add facilities for disabled passengers - Getting cheap flights How do I speak to a someone at British Airways? If you want to connect with the British airways representative, you can chat with them. Connecting with the representative on the chat is always the most acceptable way to connect. If you find issues while remembering things or network issues, then the chat option is beneficial as the chats automatically save in the device. If you want to connect this way, you need to follow the procedure below. - Visit the official website of British airways in your suitable search engine. - After this, you must select the contact us option from the page. - Next, you can see all the available ways to connect with the representative you need to select the chat. - Following this, you need to fill out the flight details like the date and timings of the flight. - Further, you must mention the passenger's complete name, contact number, registered mail id, age, etc., and submit the details. - Next, you will get a security code on the contact number; you need to fill out that code in the available space. - After this, you need to scroll down, open the chat box, mention your query in the available space, and click the send option. - British Airways will provide the official representative related to that concern to help you and guide you in the best manner. How do I contact British Airways by phone? Connecting with the representative to get the solutions to the queries on the phone call is always the quickest way to connect. If you are in a hurry and your flight departure time is in less than 4 hours, you have to connect with the representative this way. If you have a phone call option to connect with the representative, you need to open the British Airways website and visit their contact us page. After this, you must fill out the short information about your query and choose the phone call option. Further, a list will open on the next page where you can see all the countries with their contact number; you need to select your country and then make a call on the number. After this, you must choose the preferred language and follow the IVR instructions. - Press 1 to make new bookings - Press 2 to cancel the bookings - Press 3 to know about miles - Press 4 to get a refund - Press 5 to get a hold - Press 6 for luggage-related issues - Press 7 to connect with the representative - Press 8 to lose anything - Press 9 to go back menu You need to choose the option per the query and connect with the representative. How can I call British Airways for free? If any wants to make a free call to British Airways, you can visit their official website, and then on the contact us page; you need to open the phone call option. Then you need to fill out a few details, and then according to your details screen will show you a number; you need to call that number and then connect with the representative. Things to require while connecting with the representatives - Proper documents of the passenger like id proof, valid passport, PAN card - Information about the flight like flight ticket number, PNR number, date, and timings of the flight - Proper notepad and pen to note down each solution provided by the representative - If the passenger is traveling with any disability or wants to know about disabled passenger information, they must carry a medical certificate. - Passengers must remember that the registered medical institution can only consider the medical certificate. The handwritten documents are not valid. - Child passengers have to carry school id cards or other relevant id's Is British Airways open 24 hours? Yes, the British airways services are open 24 hours to help the passenger, so if the passenger faces any issues or if they are having concerns related to their bookings, then they can connect with the representative anytime. How do I get through to British Airways UK? If you in getting through with British airways the UK, then you will get many ways like phone, chat, email, and social media, and if you choose to contact us form, email, or social media method, then you need to read below to know the exact method. Via email: British airways provide a social media handle to help their passengers. If the passenger chooses this way to send their query, they need to open their registered email id and go into the compose a mail section. After this, fill out the detailed information about the query and, if necessary, attach valid documents in that mail and send them to the official support email handle of British airways. They will connect with you within 24 hours. Via social media: The representatives of British airways are available on various social media handles like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc. If you want to send your query this way, you need to open any of these social media applications and find out the British airways page. After this, you need to open the message section, fill out your concern, and it. The representative operating that page will connect with you simultaneously. Via contacts us from If you want to send your query by the contact us form, you have to open the official website of British Airways and the contact us page. Next, you need to click on the contact form and fill out the passenger's details like complete name, mail, etc., booking details date of departure. Then you need to mention the concern and send it; you will receive a mail in which the representative provides the solution to your query. How do I call British Airways from the US? British Airways provides Flexibility to passengers for change in flight name and destinations within 24 hours of booking without penalty. Passengers can cancel the reservations within 24 hours of booking with no charges. If you have a reservation with British Airways for medical reasons, you want to apply for cancellation or change reservations. Passengers can contact British Airways for any query via the British Airways Customer Service Phone number, available 24 hours. Customer service number is mentioned below: - Passengers can Dial the customer service number 1-800-452-1201 to speak to the customer care representative. - Make group reservations, cancel flight tickets, ask for damaged baggage claims, apply for refund requests, special meals, web check-in, and name correction. - Passengers can contact customer care for any Airline related service or query. - You want to add an Assistance Service for your travel. You can call them and ask them to make updates for your journey. - The contact mentioned above is a Toll-free number to contact British Airways Customer Service, which provides 24-hour service to passengers. - Passengers have to wait 2-3 minutes to connect with the representative due to the long queue. - To avoid the long queue, passengers can call them early in the morning or the afternoon before lunchtime. What time does British Airways counter open? The British airways counter will open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM at the airport, and if you're making the check-in, then the counter will open before the 4 hours of boarding time and closes before 30 minutes for the international flight. If the passenger travels to any domestic destination, the check-in counter opens before two hours of departure time and closes before 45 minutes. The above statements will guide you about British airway's customer service, and you can connect with them anytime as they are available 24 hours. They will guide you in the best possible manner to help you make your journey enjoyable effortlessly.

As a tourist traveling through Europe, it was not unusual to find myself at the mercy of a localite. I could be immobile, physically stuck without the kindness of a stranger. It meant surrendering to the moment and trusting in the outcome that was to be. For example, I took a train to Verona Italy, a place made famous by Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” At the train station, we needed to take a bus to the hotel; and no, I do not speak Italian. I had done some research and knew what bus number to board. However, bus after bus came and departed, all of the wrong bus number. Finally, I walked around a bus and asked the driver if he went to our hotel. When he said yes, my family and I boarded. It was a very hot day and the bus was tightly packed with people, mostly standing. I then realized that I had no idea where or when to get off the bus and because I could not see the driver, I had little assurance that he would tell me when to step off. I was most definitely in a pickle. It became quite clear that if I did not seek the assistance of a stranger, I would risk spending the rest of my vacation circling Verona. The woman standing next to me did not speak English, but she knew the hotel and was kind enough to hold up the number of fingers representing the number of stops ahead of me, until I reached my destination. What a blessing it is when someone goes out of their way to be kind. Can you remember a time when someone asked you for help, perhaps asking you for directions to a particular place? Were you eager and willing to help them? Your act of kindness was not just a benefit to them, but also to you. You see, researchers have found that when we show acts of kindness to others, we release oxytocin, which makes us feel happy in the process. Both parties involved with the transaction will experience reduced anxiety due to lower cortisol levels, and a feeling of gratitude for the connection with one another. According to the Mayo Clinic, being good to others boosts serotonin and dopamine levels, the neurotransmitters in the brain that give you feelings of satisfaction and well-being. Random studies have suggested doing acts of kindness to feel happier, more confident, more resilient and more empowered. So why not bless others without being asked. Showing kindness may create laughter, a chuckle, surely a smile. It begins with the understanding that we all struggle, we all suffer, we all have bad days. When we take a moment to bless a stranger, we create space for them, acceptance, and in doing so, the heaven expands and the angels sing. Why not be the person that brings warmth and value to someone else, with no expectation in return. After all, a candle does not lose its flame when lighting another candle. “Don’t wait to be kind. Don’t wait for someone else to be kind first. Don’t wait for better circumstances or for someone to change. Just be kind, because you never know how much someone needs it.” Nikki Banas – Walk the Earth Kindness is always a choice. Scout out the opportunities to bless others with your kindness. And when you do, please tell us the story, Care and Share. - why were you moved to do what you did? - what exactly did you do? - how did the other person respond? - How did the act of kindness make you feel? When you see someone struggling, don’t be the observer, be the blessing. Equally important is sharing the good news. Perhaps we could all use more positive news in our lives. Ultimately, we want these stories to lift others, bringing feelings of encouragement, empowerment, and love for one another. You can share your story at the In the Spirit of Love website for potential exposure in a future blog: Bless you for blessing others…

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- Code COMP8180 - Unit Value 6 units - Offered by Research School of Computer Science - ANU College ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science - Course subject Computer Science - Areas of interest Computer Science, Software Engineering - Academic career PGRD - Mode of delivery In Person This course is intended to cover the major issues surrounding the determination of safety criticality and how such a determination affects the various systems and/or software project activities. Techniques for determining hazardous requirements and how to deal with them, together with techniques for establishing the safety faults within design and code will be described and demonstrated. This course runs intensively from 9 - 13 April 2018 (9-5pm). Class participation and assignment In response to COVID-19: Please note that Semester 2 Class Summary information (available under the classes tab) is as up to date as possible. Changes to Class Summaries not captured by this publication will be available to enrolled students via Wattle. The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website. Requisite and Incompatibility The knowledge and skills that come from a bachelor degree in some branch of engineering, including software engineering. Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page. If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees. - Student Contribution Band: - Unit value: - 6 units If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available. Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.

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U.S. Supreme Court hands social media companies a major victory AILSA CHANG, HOST: Let's head to the Supreme Court, which handed social media companies a major victory today. It was the first test case involving a legal shield adopted 27 years ago to protect internet companies from lawsuits. NPR legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg reports. NINA TOTENBERG, BYLINE: In two separate cases, the families of people killed in terrorist bombing attacks sued Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, claiming that the companies had violated the Federal Anti-Terrorism Act, which specifically allows people to sue for aiding and abetting terrorism. The families allege that the companies did more than passively provide platforms for communication. Rather, they contended that by recommending ISIS videos to those who might be interested, the internet platforms were seeking to get more viewers and increase their ad revenue even though they knew that ISIS was using their services as a recruitment tool. But today, the Supreme Court unanimously rejected those claims. Writing for the court, Justice Clarence Thomas said that the social media companies' so-called recommendations were nothing more than agnostic algorithms that navigated an immense ocean of content in order to match material to users who might be interested. The mere creation of these algorithms, he said, does not constitute culpability any more than it would for a telephone company whose services are used to broker drug deals on a cellphone. At bottom, he said, the claims in these cases rest less on affirmative misconduct and more on an alleged failure to stop ISIS from using these platforms. In order to have a claim, he said, the families would have to show that Twitter or some other social media platform pervasively and with knowledge assisted ISIS in every single attack. Columbia University law professor Timothy Wu, who specializes in this area of the law, reads the tea leaves of today's decision as less than hopeful for those who wanted the court to curb the scope of Section 230 in this case. Two thirty is the shorthand for the law enacted to shield internet platforms from being sued for other people's content. TIMOTHY WU: I think there was a lot of hope, and frankly, I think the Biden administration was maybe hoping that the task of 230 reform would be undertaken by the Supreme Court as opposed to by Congress. But I think this puts new pressure on Congress to do something. TOTENBERG: Even though, as he observes, Congress seems to have great difficulty doing most things these days. But lawyer Andrew Pincus, who filed a brief on behalf of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in this case, sees today's decision as a victory for free speech and a vindication of Section 230's protections from lawsuits for internet platforms. ANDREW PINCUS: There are significant downsides in imposing liability on companies that have internet platforms like the companies in these cases because what Congress said it wanted was to facilitate broad online debate and to make those platforms accessible to everyone. TOTENBERG: Section 230, of course, does have a provision encouraging internet companies to police their platforms to remove harassing, defamatory and false content. And while some companies point to their robust efforts to take down such content, Twitter, the company that won today's case, is now owned by Elon Musk who, since acquiring the company, has fired lots of people who were charged with eliminating disinformation and other harmful speech. While today's decision was a huge victory for Twitter and other social media platforms, many questions remain unresolved. The lower courts, for instance, have almost uniformly ruled that people alleging defamation, harassment and other harms cannot sue internet companies the way that they would sue a newspaper, for instance. The Supreme Court has so far never ruled on those issues, but today's decision could be a harbinger. Nina Totenberg, NPR News, Washington. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.

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