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Honor Orchestra Mission Statement: The Honor Orchestra selection process seeks to recognize and honor quality musicianship in the performance of advanced literature at the highest level. Showcasing the quality teaching these exemplars represent promotes the growth and development of orchestra programs throughout Texas.
In 1960, Austin High School (El Paso), under the leadership of George Webber, became the first "Honor Orchestra" selected through competitive process. The purpose of Honor Band/Honor Orchestra was two-fold. Many educators believed that through the process of hearing and observing the results of quality teaching, directors could develop their own instructional skills to a higher level. In addition, selection of an honor orchestra recognized communities and school systems that successfully supported music in education through their instrumental music programs.
Through the years participation has been active and the recognition of exemplary programs through the honor orchestra selection process has become a highly sought after goal by many directors. As a result, the quality of honor groups has remained high and the original purpose of growth and development through observation of superior teaching and performance has been addressed annually and maintains its validity. Teachers throughout the state have had the opportunity to learn from master teachers by attending honor orchestra adjudication, performances, and director clinics.
While the original rules and regulations for the selection of honor orchestras have been refined on several occasions, the intent of those policies has remained intact. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the participating director and administration of the school involved to maintain the integrity of the honor orchestra process. In order for the selection system to accomplish its purpose, all involved must honestly adhere to the established procedures and share responsibility for maintaining high ethical standards. Furthermore, to remain educationally sound, preparation and participation must be consistent with worthwhile educational goals that do not exploit students or the system.
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How to Use a Blade Removal Tool on a MTD Riding Lawn Mower
This video focuses on safely removing lawn mower blades on your MTD riding lawn mower. The blade removal tool helps to stabilize and remove the cutting blade so you can sharpen or replace it at the start of the season. Keeping your blades sharp increases fuel efficiency and leads to a much healthier lawn. It can also extend the life of your lawn mower. Maintenance on lawn mower blades should be done once a year for a lush, even, green lawn.
Step 1: Removing the lawn mower deck
Park your riding lawn mower on a flat surface, turn it off, remove the key and lock the brakes. You should also remove the spark plugs to avoid it accidentally turning on. Then remove the lawn mower deck as instructed in your operator's manual and place it upside-down on a piece of cardboard or blanket.
Step 2: Attaching the lawn mower blade removal tool
When working with the blades, make sure you have safety gloves on. Even lawn mower blades that are bent or need sharpening can cut you. Place the blade removal tool over one end of the lawn mower blade and adjacent side of mower deck.
Step 3: Tightening the blade removal tool
Tighten the clamping screw onto the mower deck unitl it's firmly in place and the blade is not moving.
Step 4: Loosening the blade nut and removing the lawn mower blade
Keeping hand away from the edges of the blade and using the proper sized socket, loosen the blade nut that connects the cutting blade to the spindle shaft. When removing the lawn mower blade, set the nuts and any other parts aside nearby. You should also pay attention to the orientation of the blade while removing it.
Step 5: Sharpening or replacing lawn mower blades
Check the condition of your lawn mower blades. If blades are not badly worn but have gotten dull, you may want to use a blade balancer and sharpener to get them ready for this season. However, if worn away, bent or damaged, replacing the lawn mower blades may be in order. Sharpen or replace the old blade, and secure it back on the blade shaft using the blade removal tool and the pieces you set aside before.
Step 6: Removing the lawn mower blade removal tool
Loosen clamping screw and detach the blade removal tool from the mower deck. right the mowing deck and reattach it to the riding lawn mower.
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text: [en] OBJECTIVE: To assess morphologic and metabolic abnormalities in dogs with early left ventricular dysfunction (ELVD) induced by rapid right ventricular pacing (RRVP). ANIMALS: 7 Beagles. PROCEDURE: Plasma carnitine concentrations were measured before and after development of ELVD induced by RRVP. At the same times, transvenous endomyocardial biopsy was performed, and specimens were submitted for determination of myocardial carnitine concentrations and histologic, morphometric, and ultrastructural examination. RESULTS: In 4 dogs in which baseline plasma total carnitine concentration was normal, RRVP induced a decrease in myocardial total and free carnitine concentrations and an increase in myocardial esterified carnitine concentration. In 3 dogs in which baseline plasma total carnitine concentration was low, plasma and myocardial carnitine concentrations were unchanged after pacing. Structural changes associated with pacing included perinuclear vacuolization in 3 dogs. Morphometric analyses indicated there was a decrease in myofiber cross-sectional diameter and area following pacing. Electron microscopy revealed changes in myofibrils and mitochondria following pacing. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Results indicated that moderate to severe alterations in myocyte cytoarchitecture are present in dogs with ELVD induced by RRVP and that in dogs with normal plasma carnitine concentrations, myocardial carnitine deficiency may be a biochemical marker of ELVD. Results also indicated that transvenous endomyocardial biopsy can be used to evaluate biochemical and structural myocardial changes in dogs with cardiac disease.

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Targets not preserved in saved games
When the game is saved in any Doom engine game, monster and missile targets are not registered in the save game file, so any monsters which were active at the time of saving the game become dormant upon loading the game again. However, their location and angle when the game was saved is preserved.
Demonstrating the effect
Here is one way to see the anomalous behavior:
- Start a new game of Doom II (MAP01) on I'm too young to die.
- When the program loads, you will be looking at two troopers with their backs to you. Ignore them for now; instead, walk west along the short corridor until you reach the balcony.
- Fire a bullet. Two grunting sounds will now indicate that you have attracted the troopers' attention.
- Save the game.
- Load the game you just saved.
- (Optional) Stand still for a minute or two and listen. One would expect to hear the breathing noise made by zombies as they walk around, but all is quiet.
- Carefully move back along the corridor to the starting point, keeping your eye on the opening to the north. As you move into each trooper's line of sight, one of two things will happen:
- If he is facing you, he will become active and start moving again.
- If he is not facing you, you will see him standing still.
So, even though the troopers woke up in step 3, they "fell asleep" during step 5.
Some distinguishable effects become evident because of the bug. The target of an incomplete arch-vile attack, for example, is not preserved in a saved game because of the bug. This means loading a saved game that includes such a situation will render the arch-vile attack harmless apart from the flame animation on the arch-vile's ex-target, which is displayed all the way through (as the corresponding flame thing had been spawned there as an effect of the attack). Similarly, the target of a revenant's missile is not stored in the save game data. Therefore, the missiles will no longer follow anything after it is restored.
The cause of this effect can be found in the Doom source code in p_saveg.c, in the functions P_ArchiveThinkers and P_UnarchiveThinkers.
In the Doom source code, the mobj_t structure is used to represent game objects such as monsters. Monster targets are stored in these structures as a field named target, which is a pointer to another mobj_t that the monster is currently targeting.
The Doom engine saves games by directly writing the raw structures used in memory to disk. When reloading saved games, pointers such as the target field are no longer valid (as the layout of structures within memory is different). When loading a game, the P_UnarchiveThinkers function deliberately sets target on all map objects to NULL in order to avoid crashes due to accessing invalid areas of memory. A null target indicates that a monster has no current target, causing active monsters to return to sleep.
A number of source ports have fixed the save game exploit, producing save game files with monsters that will continue to hound their previous target upon reloading the saved game. It is also possible to reconstruct infighting targets from standard Doom savegames by treating the stored mobj_t pointers as unique identifiers and analyzing their mutual relationships to determine which monster used to be which thinker. Mocha Doom uses this approach to reconstruct full target relationships from standard Doom savegames.


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I recently did a CS3 SmartTalks webinar on HR Actions and it made me take a step back and think about a lot of things. Most of all: why would I use HR Actions instead of paper forms? Here are my top reasons for using HR Actions instead of a paper form:
- On a paper form the person filling it out can just skip fields that might be really important. HR Actions allows you to mark the required fields that you want the form user to populate.
- On a paper form the person that fills it out can just put anything in the boxes. HR Actions give the form user a customized drop down list of items for them to select from.
- On a paper form if the person filling it out has questions about who needs to approve it, they will probably have to call around to find out where to send it next. HR Actions shows the forms routing at the bottom of the form based on the forms requirements and any business rules you setup in the system.
- Once someone starts filling out a form, you don't know how long it is in the 'paper' shuffle before it finally makes it to the HR/PR department. It could have gotten side tracked many places along the way and stuck on a desk of someone on vacation. HR Actions allow the form initiator, anyone approving the form, and the HR/PR team to see where form is at, if it is stuck, and allows the HR/PR team to help a form along if it does get stuck somewhere.
- A paper form has to be entered into the HR/PR system. HR Actions is just a click of the 'Save' icon to save it into Sage HRMS or Abra Suite.
- The data keyed into the HR/PR system could have typos done. HR Actions is keying in by the form initiator, and the HR/PR team can 'audit' the form to make any corrections they find.
- Once the form is entered into the HR/PR system, the next step is usually filing the paper. Later when you need to find it you have to go to the paper files and find it.
- HR Actions is your 'online file cabinet.' Imagine if all of your personnel related forms went through HR Actions - you would be able to retrieve items online instead of going to the file cabinet.
That's my list. Let me know if you have other reasons you can think of that HR Actions is better than a paper form.


text: This paper analyses the photovoltaic parameters of the most promising CdS/CdTe solar cells for large application prepared by close space sublimation (CSS) and high vacuum evaporation (HVE). CdS/CdTe solar cells that have an efficiency of~10 % have been studied by current-voltage, capacitance-voltage and quantum efficiency measurements. The current-voltage characteristics show that the addition of small amounts of Cu or Te to back contacts by thermal evaporation improves contact properties by p+-doping the CdTe surface and creating a pseudo-ohmic contact. The cell deposited by CSS seriously suffers in FF compared to the cells prepared by HVE. For both types of the cells above mentioned measurements reveal that the efficiency of CdS/CdTe solar cells fabricated by CSS is limited by a light-dependent shunt resistance and by a high series resistance, but concerning of the cells fabricated by HVE - by the formation of a thick layer of CdS1-xTex at the interface.

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Online Physiology Degree
|Online Physiology Degree refers to the degree on Physiology that are provided by the online universities that are situated in different parts on the world. In this kind of degrees you can remain in some remote corner of the world, and can take lessons from the universities that are located at some other parts of the world. These degrees are very much in demand and are recognized by the organizations around the world.
What is Physiology?
The term Physiology refers o the study which involves the mechanical, physical as well a s biochemical functions of any kind of living organisms. In other world the physical, mechanical as well as different biochemical function that take place in the body of any living organism can be studies in the subject of Physiology. Traditionally, Physiology can be divided into two broader parts – plant physiology as well as animal physiology. Physiology Degrees are much sought after by students interested in the life sciences.
However the principles that are followed in physiology are universal irrespective of any particular organism. Human physiology is an important part of the study of animal physiology, too. There are some other major branches that originated from physiology that can be studies individually nowadays. These branches that originated from physiology includes biochemistry, paleobiology, biomechanics, pharmacology and biophysics. At the Online Physiology Degree you can also have a chance to study a few of these branches.
Who are eligible to study Online Physiology Degree?
An Online Physiology Degree are also beneficial to the working professionals who finds it hard to devote a certain amount of tie every day or at least once or twice a week to go for the part time courses. The Online Physiology Degree will help them to study at night or even between the working hours. The course material being available online the Online Physiology Degree gives them the option of 'flexible timings' for their studies. Thus the Online Physiology Degree courses are very beneficial to them.
Why choose an Online Physiology Degree?
Choosing or opting for an Online Physiology Degree can be a wise decision on the part of the busy professional as well as any modern day student. The course material used in Online Physiology Degree are made keeping in mind a global approach and so the degrees are, usually, recognized across the globe. The Online Physiology Degree courses also offer you the flexibility to choose your time and pace to study. Thus an Online Physiology Degree course has an edge over the conventional degrees that are available.
To know more about online science degree keep surfing the links of ONLINEDEGREESHUB.

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AtomDiagramCoordinates
AtomDiagramCoordinates
is an option for Molecule and related functions that specifies the two-dimensional coordinates of the atoms.
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Basic Examples (2)
Create a molecule with specified diagram coordinates:
Use MoleculeValue to retrieve the coordinates:
Create a molecule without specifying coordinates:
Use MoleculeValue to retrieve the coordinates:
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Wolfram Language. (2019). AtomDiagramCoordinates. Wolfram Language & System Documentation Center. Retrieved from _URL_
BibTeX
@misc{reference.wolfram_2023_atomdiagramcoordinates, author="Wolfram Research", title="{AtomDiagramCoordinates}", year="2019", howpublished="\url{_URL_ note=[Accessed: 21-September-2023 ]}
BibLaTeX
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Following a review of submitted proposals by community partners, New Hanover County has awarded $990,000 to six local programs aimed at addressing needs related to mental health and substance use disorders. This funding is part of the county's $6.8 million in budgeted spending for the current fiscal year to increase capacity in addressing community needs in this area.
Funding for these programs comes from the national Opioid Settlement Funds and the county's Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Fund. The funds for these six programs will be used to support housing services, treatment, community outreach, and employment services to citizens dealing with mental health and substance use disorder issues.
"Today marks a significant step for our community as we provide the first round of funding as part of a yearly cycle that will create opportunities for our neighbors to get the help they need," said Bill Rivenbark, Chair of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners. "We are continuing to use our county's Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Strategy to guide decisions on how we allocate funds and are diligently working to enhance local service in these critical areas for the safety and well-being of our citizens."
This funding is part of the county's overall Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Strategy Program, which was approved by the Board of County Commissioners in September 2022 to address the mental health and substance abuse crises being experienced in the community. To date, approximately $21.5 million has been budgeted over the next five years to support enhanced services and increased capacity.
The source of funds available to implement this strategy comes from the county's $50 million Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Fund, which was created from the New Hanover Regional Medical Center to Novant Health, as well as funds from the national Opioid Settlements. The county expects to receive nearly $34 million in opioid settlement funds over the next 18 years.
In addition to the $990,000 in funding for programs being reported today, the county's $6.8 million budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 includes funding for a treatment facility, as well as funding for several other programs that focus on a combination of prevention, treatment and recovery.
Information related to the six programs awarded funding are as follows:
Supportive Housing Services - $500,000 Total
- LINC: $250,000 from the Mental Health Fund for 15 new beds for clients with mental health or substance use disorders.
- Tides: $95,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund for Recovery Housing Support and a housing assistance program, benefiting 10 women who have graduated from the Tides program.
- Coastal Horizons: $155,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund for expanding recovery housing and case management services for opioid use disorders.
Outpatient Treatment - $250,000 Total
- Coastal Horizons: $250,000, equally from the Mental Health Fund and Opioid Settlement Fund, to increase outpatient treatment for an additional 375 to 500 individuals annually in New Hanover County, with a focus on the uninsured or underinsured.
Community Outreach - $200,000 from the Mental Health Fund
- Coastal Horizons, New Hope CDC, and LINC: A total of $200,000 for enhancing peer support and community outreach services.
Employment Services - $40,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund
- LINC: $40,000 to enhance employment boot camps, offering job placement and support services.
For more information on all the programs that are being funded, please visit New Hanover County's Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Strategy.


text: The vehicle trajectory data is a feasible way for us to understand and reveal urban traffic conditions and human mobility. Therefore, it is extremely valuable to have a fine-grained picture of large-scale vehicle trajectory data, particularly in two different modes, taxis and buses, over the same period at an urban scale. This paper integrates the trajectory data of approximately 7,000 taxis and 1,500 buses in Changchun City, China and accesses the temporal geographically-explicit network of public transport via sequential snapshots of vehicle trajectory data every 30 seconds of the first week in March 2018. In order to reveal urban traffic conditions and human mobility, we construct two-layer urban traffic network (UTN) between these two different transport modes, take crossings as nodes and roads as edges weighted by the volume or average speed of vehicles in each hour. We released this temporal geographically-explicit network of public transport and the dynamics, weighted and directed UTN in simple formats for easy access.


How Do I Investigate a CPU Usage Spike Without Being Present?
Cpu usage spike investigation
When it comes to IT administration, it is important to be able to quickly identify and address any issues that arise. One of the most common issues that can occur is a sudden spike in CPU usage. It is important to be able to quickly investigate and address these spikes in order to ensure that the system is working as efficiently as possible.
In order to investigate a CPU usage spike, it is important to first identify the source of the issue. There are a number of different causes that can lead to a spike in CPU usage, including but not limited to: software or hardware issues, memory leaks, viruses or malware, or problems with the system configuration. It is important to be able to identify the source of the issue in order to be able to address it effectively.
Once the source of the issue has been identified, it is important to take steps to address it. Depending on the source of the issue, this could involve a number of different steps. For example, if the issue is caused by a hardware issue, then it is important to be able to diagnose and replace any faulty components. If the issue is caused by a software issue, then it is important to be able to identify the problem and address it accordingly.
It is also important to be able to monitor the system in order to ensure that the issue has been resolved. This can be done by keeping track of the CPU usage over time and ensuring that it returns to a normal level. If the issue persists, then it is important to take further steps in order to address it.
In order to investigate a CPU usage spike without being present, it is important to have access to the system remotely. This can be done by using remote administration tools such as Remote Desktop Protocol or SSH. These tools allow for an administrator to access the system remotely in order to investigate and address the issue.
It is also important to be able to monitor the system from a remote location in order to keep track of any changes or issues that may arise. This can be done by using monitoring tools such as Nagios or Icinga. These tools allow for an administrator to monitor the system in order to ensure that it is running as efficiently as possible.
In conclusion, it is important to be able to quickly identify and address any issues that arise in order to ensure that the system is running as efficiently as possible. It is important to be able to investigate a CPU usage spike in order to be able to address it quickly and effectively. This can be done by identifying the source of the issue and taking steps to address it. It is also important to be able to monitor the system from a remote location in order to ensure that the issue has been resolved. By following these steps, it is possible to quickly and effectively investigate and address a CPU usage spike without being present.
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The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians are a federally recognized tribe of Luiseño Indians who live on the Rincon Indian Reservation in the Valley Center CDP, San Diego County, California. It is a federally recognized Indian tribe. They are considered one of the groups of the Mission Indians. Harrah's Rincon Casino and Resort is located on the reservation. The tribe is a member of the Indian Health Council which runs a health clinic adjacent to the reservation.
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Rincon Indian Reservation lies in northeastern San Diego County, along the San Luis Rey River, south of California State Route 76. The total area of the reservation is 4,275 acres. The population on the reservation is around 1,500, but only 188 people self-identified as Native Americans in the Valley Center CDP in the 2010 census, although tribal enrollment is about 651.


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socks into your shoes.
Not only does this save space and help your shoes keep their shape, but it also makes up most of the space taken up by your socks.
Underwear is a small item, but it can still take up a lot of space in your suitcase. Instead of folding or rolling your underwear, try stuffing it into your shoes. This will help you save space and keep your shoes from getting squished. You can also use the mesh side of a packing cube to store your underwear and socks.
Another Small Items
In order to pack efficiently, you need to make use of every inch of space in your suitcase. The best way to do this is to pack small items, like underwear, socks, and accessories, into the small spaces between your shoes.
You can also pack these small items in a packing cube and place them on top of your shoes if you're worried about them getting dirty. This will help to keep your shoes in place and prevent them from moving around in your suitcase.
Utilize the Suitcase's Corners and Edges
The corners and edges of a suitcase are often the most underutilized space. But these areas are key to maximizing your packing potential.
Pack smaller items, like socks and underwear, in the corners of your suitcase. This will help you save space and keep your clothes organized.
You can also use the edges of your suitcase to pack smaller items, like belts and accessories. Incorporating these space-saving techniques is key to mastering how to efficiently pack shoes and clothes in a suitcase.
Important Things to Remember
- Ziploc bags are your best friend when packing shoes. They keep dirt and grime away from your clothes.
- If you are traveling with a carry-on, you can still pack your shoes and clothes similarly. Just remember to pack only what you need and to wear your heaviest shoes on the plane.
- When packing shoes, remember to pack them heel to toe. This will help you save space and keep your shoes from getting crushed.
It's so easy to overpack when you're going on a trip. You want to make sure you have all of your favorite pieces with you, but the truth is, you probably don't need all of them.
Take a look at the weather forecast for your destination and plan your outfits accordingly. Pack pieces that can be mixed and matched to create multiple looks, and don't forget to consider your shoes when planning your outfits.
Keep Valuable Items in Carry-on
You should always keep your most valuable items in your carry-on luggage. This includes your passport, wallet, money, electronics, and any other valuable items.
Prioritizing the packing of your essential items is crucial for understanding how to efficiently pack shoes and clothes in a suitcase.
This is especially important if you are checking your luggage, but we also recommend keeping your valuable items in your carry-on luggage if you are bringing a lot of luggage.
Leave Some Room for Souvenirs
You'll likely want to purchase some souvenirs on your trip. If you're traveling by plane, make sure you leave some room in your suitcase for them. If you're driving, you can always put them in a separate bag, but you should still leave some room in your suitcase for souvenirs you may purchase on the way.
Packing for a trip can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be. With these tips and tricks, you can pack efficiently and quickly.
By choosing the right clothes, packing them properly, and using the right suitcase, you can make packing for a trip a breeze.
Don't let the packing process stress you out. With a little bit of planning and the right tools, you can make packing for a trip a quick and easy process.
Free packing cubes are a game changer. You can use them to pack your clothes based on category or outfit. They also help you keep your suitcase organized and maximize space.
I love using the free packing cubes I get from my favorite travel brands. Leveraging these free packing cubes is a fantastic strategy for mastering how to efficiently pack shoes and clothes in a suitcase.
I use one packing cube for my tops, one for my bottoms, and one for my pajamas. I also use a shoe bag to keep my shoes separate from my clothes. I also use a laundry bag to keep my dirty clothes separate from my clean clothes.
If you're not using packing cubes, you can roll your clothes to maximize space. Rolling your clothes also helps to prevent wrinkles. I like to roll my clothes and then place them in the packing cube. I use the same technique for my shoes. I place my shoes in a shoe bag, and then I roll the shoe bag.
Packing shoes and clothes in a suitcase seems like a simple task, but it can quickly become a nightmare if you don't have a plan. Use these tips to make the most of your suitcase space and keep your items organized.


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Two 6-metre diameter tunnel boring machines (TBMs) will be used to excavate the Broadway Subway tunnels.
Tunnel boring machines are traditionally named after influential, historic and academic women. The tradition dates back to the 1550s, when miners prayed to Saint Barbara to protect them from dangers underground. Past machines have been named after scientists, leaders in all industries, Queens, saints, grandmothers or artists. The Broadway Subway Project's two TBMs are named after two historic trailblazing women with ties to Vancouver: Elsie MacGill, the world's first female aeronautical engineer, and Phyllis Munday, a pioneer for women in mountaineering. Learn more about each namesake below.
Outbound TBM: Elsie MacGill
Elsie MacGill, the world's first female aeronautical engineer, was born in Vancouver on March 27, 1905 and died on November 4, 1980. In 1923, Elsie was the first woman admitted to the engineering program at the University of Toronto. She graduated in 1927 and completed her master's degree in aeronautical engineering in 1929.
Shortly after graduation, Elsie was diagnosed with polio and became paralyzed from the waist down. Sadly, her loss of mobility ended her dreams of becoming a pilot. Elsie taught herself to walk with two canes and adapted her career goals to focus on the design and testing of planes. In 1938, she was hired as the Chief Aeronautical Engineer at Canadian Car and Foundry, the first time in the world a woman held a chief engineering position.
Elsie pioneered the work to perfect the Hawker Hurricane, a fighter plane that helped ensure the Allies' air dominance during World War II. Her efforts earned her the title "Queen of the Hurricanes", memorialized in a comic book about her life. After the war, Elsie continued to build her career and advocated for the rights of women and children in Canada. She contributed many innovations in aircraft design, including the skis and de-icing for the first successful winterization of a high-speed aircraft.
- Meritorious Contribution to Engineering, Society of Women Engineers (1953)
- Canadian Centennial Medal, Government of Canada (1967)
- Officer, Order of Canada (1971)
- Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal (1977)
- Inducted into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame (1983)
- Creation of the Elsie Gregory MacGill Memorial Foundation (1984)
- Inducted into the Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame (1992)
Inbound TBM: Phyllis Munday
Phyllis Munday was born in Sri Lanka in 1894 and moved to British Columbia in 1901. She lived much of her life in North Vancouver and Victoria and died in 1990. As well as a nurse, she was a pioneer for women in mountaineering and summitted more than 100 peaks throughout her career.
She is best known for exploring and documenting the Coast Mountains and Mount Waddington. In 1928, Mount Munday, a peak in the Waddington range, was named after Phyllis and her husband. In total, they climbed over 100 peaks in B.C., often bringing their daughter Edith with them.
When she first began climbing, Phyllis had to find a way to ditch her skirts and hiked in her bloomers as soon as she was out of public sight. She avoided special treatment and insisted on carrying the same 60-pound loads as male climbers on her excursions. On one occasion, she even saved her husband's life from a grizzly bear by charging at it with an ice axe.
Phyllis founded the Girl Guide movement in British Columbia in 1916 and remained an active guider through her life. She also established the first St. John Ambulance brigade in North Vancouver in 1920.
- First Canadian to receive the Bronze Cross, Girl Guides of Canada (1925)
- Dame of Grace, St John Ambulance Brigade (1967)
- Distinguished Service Award, Alpine Club of Canada (1970)
- Received the Order of Canada (1972)
- Honorary Doctor of Laws, University of Victoria (1983)
- O. Wheeler Legacy Award, Alpine Club of Canada (1995)
- Featured on a Canada Post stamp (1998)


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Constable Street Community Allotment
Name of lead: Lausanne Tranter
Name of group/organisation: Constable Community Allotment / Friends of Constable Street Fields
Address: Constable Street, Hull, HU3 3DF
Open to the public? YES
What are the opening times? Always worth getting in contact first to check, as opening can be weather dependent, but in general: Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00am to roughly 4:00pm.
About Constable Street Allotment
This oasis of calm and quiet industry is based in the Boulevard area of Hull. The half-acre site is home to open veg plots, two large polytunnels, cob oven, iron-age inspired roundhouse and accessible composting toilet.
As well as an edible hedgerow, herb garden, small orchard, pond area and forest garden, there is an open meadow area that can be used for public events, teaching and workshops. They do not use chemicals or synthetic fertilisers and use permaculture principles to work in harmony with nature.
What was the inspiration at the very beginning?
Lausanne has been involved with Transition and Permaculture Hull for over a decade. Initially they took on a plot of unused land next to the Western Library on Boulevard. When the library was redeveloped, this land was taken over by Groundwork and now exists as the Western Library's garden.
The success of that first project led to the establishment of a small garden on Constable Street as part of the play area there, which then became a children's allotment. Unfortunately, this was prone to vandalism and theft, and the need for a more secure area to continue the work became apparent.
How has this changed over time?
A constituted group 'Friends of Constable Street Field' was formed, and an approach was made to Hull City Council to develop a derelict area next to the field that had been used to store building contractor's equipment. As it was already fenced, it provided the necessary security to be able to set up an allotment. The council were happy to oblige as the land had no further use, and gave them the keys to the gates. They have now been working on this site since October 2015, turning the disused half-acre site into a productive area growing fruit and vegetables. Approximately one year into the project, John Pickles joined Lausanne and provided much needed support and advice in developing the allotment into a multi-use space with a variety of different growing projects.
As a community allotment, it has been host to many events, including the annual Seed Swap and Hull Feastival. The meadow area is large enough to take small marquees, and has hosted music by Tenfoot Ukes and The Beats Bus during community open days. The focus has always been on growing and sharing advice and information, as well as providing veg
boxes (for a donation) and free food to those who need it. Engagement with the local community is at the heart of the principles of the allotment and they are always willing to teach people who have an interest in growing and food production.
Did lockdown have an impact?
They welcome volunteers, but like many other groups, could not open to the public during the lockdown period which means that much of the growing year for 2020 was lost. This has coupled with unusual weather conditions to produce vegetables at points where they should be going dormant over the winter period.
Despite this, they are now open to those who are interested, but need to observe COVID-safe protocols such as the rule of 6 in order to protect everyone's health.
Who do they engage with on a regular basis?
There are a small number of local residents who come to help out when they can, some of whom do it to benefit their physical and mental health through social prescribing.
Who would they like to engage with?
The desire now is to get more regular volunteers who can dedicate substantial time to help get the allotment back to how it was before lockdown occurred.
They would also like to see more children and young people attending, to spread the love of growing and eating different types of fruit and vegetable as well as feel they have a place they can come to that is a safe and welcoming space.
What are their aspirations for the future?
To secure continuation funding as the ultimate aim is for Constable Street Allotment to become a Permaculture Land Learning Site, and to be able to employ an assistant site manager who can work towards earning the Permaculture Design Certificate or Diploma. This would help establish the future of the allotment for future generations and be part of the sustainable food growing network within Hull.
They also want to further develop a veg box scheme that people can sign up to receive for a weekly/monthly donation. This would help cover basic running costs.


Math Question for S-Curve
For a transform, I need to have a user defined s-curve, that can be controlled using sliders.
For the first half I have been able to create the correct formula,
but I can't get the second part of the curve to have the correct behaviour.
Is there anyone with a good Math brain that can get the second part of the formula to work?
Now, the lower left of the curve (x<0.5) behaves as I would like,
but the upper right (n>0.5) is fixed,
and I would like to have the s-curve react in the same way to changes in s and e as the other part.
[code]dim p as new Picture(300,300,32)
dim x as double
dim y as double
// s is a double in the range of 0 to 1
// e is a double in the range of 1 to 5
// Both controlled by sliders
for n as double =0 to 1 step 0.005
x=n
if n<0.5 then
y=((1-s)x + s0.5*(x/0.5)^e) // This is the left part which works well
else
y=1-(1-x)^22 // this should mimic the behavior of the lower-left part of the curve
end
p.Graphics.ForeColor=rgb(0,0,0)
p.Graphics.FillOval(x
300,300-(y*(300)),2,2)
next
Canvas1.Backdrop=p
// Canvas1 is 300x300 pixels[/code]
If I understand correctly what you want to achieve (a curve symmetric with respect to the point at n=0.5, right?), this should work:
Dim z as Double z=1-n if n<0.5 then y=((1-s)*x + s*0.5*(x/0.5)^e) // This is the left part which works well else y=1-((1-s)*z + s*0.5*(z/0.5)^e) // Use z here end
Is that what you are after?
Julen
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How to Become a Wife of Integrity
Woven within being the wife God would have you to be is becoming a wife of integrity. Often times this may seem like an unrealistic expectation, but it's not. Yes, it is easy to get overwhelmed with thoughts of not doing enough or measuring up to another woman's marriage. However, being a wife is a blessing.
No matter what you've done or where your marriage currently stands, there is always room for improvement. Scripture is filled with both instruction and encouragement to help you become the wife God called you to be – a wife of integrity.
A Wife of Integrity Defined
If you look up the definition of integrity, you'll see characteristics and qualities like:
- having good moral principles
- being whole and undivided
These qualities alone are great, but when truly activated in your life, you'll then see and feel its effects in your marriage. While there isn't a one-step, fix-all in becoming a wife of integrity, below are five practical, biblically sound tips to help you become the wife God called you to be.
A Praying Wife
You've probably heard it said before, "Prayer is a powerful weapon!" And there is a good reason for it. All throughout Scripture you can find a number of prayers – over 600 to be exact. This alone shows the importance (and power) of prayer.
When it comes to our marriages, this same level of importance certainly applies. Being a praying wife for your husband, yourself, and your marriage can do a number of things. It can:
- relinquish our control and rightfully give it to God
- offer protection
- give favor
- supply needs
These are not only vital for a thriving marriage, but also as a praying wife of integrity. If you're looking for a starting point in praying for your spouse, consider these topics and Scriptures:
- His mind: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Romans 8:6, Romans 7:25, Mark 12:30
- Temptations: James 1:13-15, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Galatians 5:19-21
- Integrity: Proverbs 28:6, Proverbs 11:3, Psalm 7:8, Psalm 26:1
Below are topics and Scriptures to pray over yourself:
- Exhibit fruit of the Spirit: Galatians 5:22-23
- Unity: Amos 3:3
- To be forgiving: Ephesians 4:32
Extra tip: Use this LOVE Scripture journal to pray for your spouse, marriage, and your role as a godly wife.
A Wife in the Word
Being a wife in the Word can go hand-in-hand with being a praying wife. If you are using the Word to pray over your marriage, then most likely you are staying in your Word. While we can use Scripture to pray for our marriage, it is also a good idea to stay in the Word for much more.
Often times it's easy to go this verse, then jump to that verse; however, the Bible offers some powerful stories that can be used as life lessons… especially for us as wives. The go-to standard is typically Proverbs 31, but Scripture offers so much more than that.
There are several other wives we can read about who showed characteristics worth adopting and following (as well as some good what-not-to-do lessons):
- Sarah: although she finds herself in a pickle with badly wanting children, she also followed her husband wherever God called them to go. Her faithfulness rewarded her with being the mother of many nations.
- Ruth: she exhibits faithfulness and a humbleness still talked about today. After the passing of her husband, she stuck with her mother-in-law (who also lost her husband). She was rewarded with Boaz and the gift of being in the direct lineage of Jesus.
- Elizabeth: being another woman who experienced barrenness, she and her husband eventually conceived. Elizabeth was also filled with the Holy Spirit after the encounter with her cousin Mary (who was pregnant with Jesus at the time).
What these wives of integrity show us is that having the presence of the Holy Spirit, being humble and trustworthy, and having unity with our spouses can reap great reward.
Extra tip: Choose a different woman/wife in Scripture to study each month.
A Speaker of Life-Giving Words
There's another quote that comes to mind when thinking of being a wife who speaks life – "Behind every strong man is a wife speaking life into him." The term "speak life" is another topic that when searched, will bring up hundreds of verses.
There is much power behind the words we speak, so much power that Scripture says they carry life and death. If the words spoken to (and over) our husbands are positive and uplifting, it pushes them toward God and the calling on their life. When they are negative and belittling, the opposite happens.
When thinking about speaking life-giving words over your husband, consider the following:
- Believe from your heart what God says about him: Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 15:18-19
- Voice his strengths (not only his weaknesses): Psalm 141:3, Proverbs 16:24
- Speak with grace and truth: Psalm 34:12, Psalm 15:4
Extra tip: Find life-giving verses, write them on notecards, and post them around your home.
A Seeker of Wisdom and Understanding
Wisdom and understanding are considered the glue to many things. Without it, one's spiritual walk, marriage, and everything they do can become a list of systematic rules and things taken out of context. With it comes eye-opening encounters and experiences.
The road to becoming a wife of integrity is paved with seeking wisdom and understanding. Why? Because marriage is not always easy. There are downs just like there are ups. There are bad days just the same as good days. And in most cases, it's wisdom and understanding that will keep you on track.
Scripture tells us plainly why and how to pursue these characteristics:
- If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it shall be given to him. -James 1:5
- "How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!" -Proverbs 16:16
- "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom." -James 3:13
There are many more verses that speak of seeking wisdom and understanding. As the previous tip suggested, find more verses about this topic and write them on notecards, or in your journal. Pray them over yourself, your husband, and marriage.
A Teachable Wife
Titus 2 gives such an amazing account of what it means to be teachable. In the journey of becoming a wife of integrity, it is important to link up with other godly wives who can help guide and teach you along the way.
This is another area in which Scripture plainly lays out the role of older women:
"The older women likewise are to be set-apart in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of what is good, in order for them to train the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, to be sensible, blameless, workers at home, good, subject to their own husbands, in order that the word of God is not evil spoken of." -Titus 2:3-5
That passage alone sums up the other tips suggested above, and some. When you can connect with other like-minded, spiritually-grounded wives of integrity, it becomes a win-win for you and your marriage.
These simple, but powerful tips will put your role as a wife of integrity into full speed ahead in your marriage. Take your time as you begin to implement them, and hang on for the marital ride of your life. You'll be amazed at how God will begin to move you and your marriage!
CHIME IN: What tips do you have for becoming a wife of integrity? Let us know in the comments below.


Method: organizations.delete
Delete an Apigee organization. For organizations with BillingType EVALUATION, an immediate deletion is performed. For paid organizations, a soft-deletion is performed. The organization can be restored within the soft-deletion period - which can be controlled using the retention field in the request.
HTTP request
DELETE _URL_
The URL uses gRPC Transcoding syntax.
Path parameters
Parameters
name
string
Required. Name of the organization. Use the following structure in your request: organizations/{org}
Authorization requires the following IAM permission on the specified resource name:
 - apigee.organizations.delete
Query parameters
Parameters
retention
enum (DeletionRetention)
Optional. This setting is only applicable for organizations that are soft-deleted (i.e. BillingType is not EVALUATION). It controls how long Organization data will be retained after the initial delete operation completes. During this period, the Organization may be restored to its last known state. After this period, the Organization will no longer be able to be restored.
Request body
The request body must be empty.
Response body
If successful, the response body contains an instance of Operation.
Authorization Scopes
Requires the following OAuth scope:
 - _URL_
DeletionRetention
Data retention settings for deleting Organizations.
Enums
DELETION_RETENTION_UNSPECIFIED Default data retention settings will be applied.
MINIMUM Organization data will be retained for the minimum period of 24 hours.


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Gravissimum Educationis (Declaration on Christian Education)
October 28, 1965
Gravissimum Educationis (Declaration on Christian Education) is a declaration released during the Second Vatican Council in 1965 that primarily addresses education, particularly by the Catholic Church. Gravissimum Educationis reaffirms the Church's commitment to provide a Catholic education for children at every level (from primary school to universities). It argues that every person has a right to an education, including a religious one, and that the Church has a responsibility to educate in both religious and secular terms. The declaration also states that it is the responsibility of the parents to educate and create an atmosphere of learning about religion, secular subjects, and civic virtues. In addition, Gravissimum Educationis calls for moral teachings in public schools and the placement of Catholic schools in and for non-Catholic regions.


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Why Güd is Better
This food container is made out of:
Bagasse - The fibrous residue that remains after sugarcane stalks are crushed for sugar extraction.
It has a temperature tolerance of up to 120°C.
Fewer greenhouse gasses are emitted when making this product compared to alternatives such as paper and plastic.
It leaves behind no toxins, harmful residues, and microplastics in the environment.
OK home compost (compostable within 12 to 18 months)
To learn more about Certifications, click here.


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Farmer in the Classroom visits allow students to learn about where their food comes from straight from the source. Visits involve hands-on lessons taught by a local farmer or food producer.
The Farmer in the Classroom program seeks to establish youth's long-lasting connection to and understanding of local agriculture and food production. We believe that personal interactions with local food producers are powerful tools for helping youth develop meaningful connections to their local community and enthusiasm for the healthy food produced within it.
The Farmer in the Classroom program facilitates experiential lessons in Ann Arbor area classrooms during which students engage directly with a local food steward and locally produced food, or some aspect of that food's production, in order to establish students' authentic connections to local agriculture and increased enthusiasm for locally produced food.


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- Can buyers see reserve price eBay?
- Is the reserve price the same as buy it now?
- Do you have to pay reserve fee if item doesn't sell?
- What happens when a reserve is not met?
- How are reserve prices set?
- Can you end a listing on eBay?
- How much does eBay charge for a reserve price?
- Can I sell to highest bidder if reserve not met?
- Why are eBay's fees so high?
- Do you have to pay eBay if your item doesn't sell?
- Should I tell bidders what my reserve is?
- Can I remove a listing from eBay?
- What happens if reserve price isn't met on eBay?
- What happens if someone bids over the Buy It Now price?
- Why is there a minimum reserve price on eBay?
- How do I find out the reserve price on eBay?
- Should I set a reserve price on eBay?
- How do you know if eBay item has reserve?
- What happens if you are the only bidder on eBay?
- How do you find the reserve price at an auction?
Can buyers see reserve price eBay?
A reserve price is the lowest price you're willing to sell an item for.
Bidders can't see the reserve price, but they'll see whether it has been met..
Is the reserve price the same as buy it now?
On eBay, a reserve price is the minimum price the seller will take for an item, while a Buy It Now price is a set price you can buy an item for. A listing with a Buy It Now option does not mean that the bidding has a reserve price, though the two features can be used together in one listing.
Do you have to pay reserve fee if item doesn't sell?
When you place a reserve on your item, you're charged an insertion fee based on the amount of the reserve plus the reserve price charge. Fixed-price listing fees are pretty clear-cut. … If your item doesn't sell, don't think you can get your insertion fees back. They are nonrefundable.
What happens when a reserve is not met?
A reserve price is a minimum price that a seller would be willing to accept from a buyer. In an auction, the seller is not typically required to disclose the reserve price to potential buyers. If the reserve price is not met, the seller is not required to sell the item, even to the highest bidder.
How are reserve prices set?
Setting a reserve price correctly involves finding the perfect line between ensuring the reserve is high enough to guarantee you a comfortable amount if reached and low enough that it will not be prohibitive to encouraging bidding on the day. There is a common fear of setting the reserve price too low.
Can you end a listing on eBay?
Yes, you may end the listing by cancelling all bids. You may be charged a final value fee based on the amount of the highest bid, or you may sell the item to the highest bidder. … You can only end auction listings with bids one at a time by selecting a valid reason.
How much does eBay charge for a reserve price?
Auction-style listing example 2Insertion fee$0.00Final value fee (10.2% of $7,830, max. fee $750)$750.00Gallery Plus fee$0.70International site visibility fee$0.40Reserve price fee (7.5% of $400)$30.002 more rows
Can I sell to highest bidder if reserve not met?
If the listing ends without any bids that meet the reserve price, you aren't required to sell the item. … The highest bidder will win the item. If the bidding does not reach $150 (the reserve price), the item won't sell, and the seller isn't required to honor any bids below the reserve.
Why are eBay's fees so high?
The eBay Community : Shipping costs are so high because Sellers have to buy tracking and signature required now for every package because it's very easy for buyers to make claims and get free items. Postage is not the only cost in shipping. … The seller pays fees on both the selling price and the shipping price.
Do you have to pay eBay if your item doesn't sell?
If your item does not sell, then you are not charged any final value fee. However, listing fees are charged to your account at the time the listing goes live and are generally nonrefundable.
Should I tell bidders what my reserve is?
It costs the buyer nothing to bid, so just tell them to bid. … Sensible bidders will avoid any seller that won't reveal the reserve.
Can I remove a listing from eBay?
You can delete an eBay listing you've posted if you no longer want to sell the item, though certain restrictions apply. Deleting your eBay listing will cancel all active bids and remove it from users' watchlists.
What happens if reserve price isn't met on eBay?
If the reserve price isn't met, the item won't be sold. Sellers can choose to add a reserve price when listing an item in an eBay auction. … This means that even if you're the highest bidder at the end of the auction, you won't win the item.
What happens if someone bids over the Buy It Now price?
In most categories, the Buy It Now price must be at least 30% higher than the auction price. When someone bids, the Buy It Now option usually disappears; however, in the case of reserve price listings, the Buy It Now option remains until the reserve price is met.
Why is there a minimum reserve price on eBay?
A reserve price is the lowest price you're willing to sell an item for. By using a reserve price you can set a low starting price for your auction – and boost interest in your item – but without the risk of having to sell your item for less than you think it's worth.
How do I find out the reserve price on eBay?
No, the buyer cannot see the reserve price. If a member places a bid that meets or exceeds the reserve price, then the high bid showing will immediately jump up to the Reserve.
Should I set a reserve price on eBay?
A reserve price can be useful for a rare, unique or antique item, that hasn't much selling history on eBay. It can prevent a seller from losing money on those items. To help you figure out what price you can start one of your items at, with a good chance of selling them, do an Advanced Search.
How do you know if eBay item has reserve?
You have to click through to the Listing Page for the particular listing to find out if there is an unmet reserve (will say "Reserve not met" under the "current bid" amount) and from there to the Bid History Page (click on the # of bids on the Listing Page) to find out if there is a reserve that has been met (will say …
What happens if you are the only bidder on eBay?
I called eBay and they said if you are only bidder you will pay your highest bid because no one else bid on your price! So, if the starting bid is $0.99 and you bid $100, you should pay $100!
How do you find the reserve price at an auction?
Disclosing the Reserve PriceThe Reserve Price is disclosed in certain instances. … When the Reserve Price is disclosed, you can find it on the property details page under the number of beds/baths or under the Current Bid or Starting Bid.


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Maryland's 42.2% Waste Diversion Rate
The recycling rate plus the source reduction (SR) credit make up the waste diversion rate. Through the efforts of its citizens, businesses and government agencies, Maryland achieved a statewide waste diversion rate of 42.2% in calendar year (CY) 2020. The 42.2% waste diversion rate was composed of a 38.2% Maryland Recycling Act (MRA) recycling rate and a 4.0% SR credit. This exceeds the requirements of the MRA and the 40% waste diversion goal targeted for 2005. Figure 1 provides a historical breakdown of Maryland's waste diversion rate.
Maryland's 38.2% Recycling Rate
In CY 2020, Maryland residents and businesses recycled 38.2 percent ((MRA recycling tonnage + resource recovery facility credit) ÷
(MRA recycling tonnage + MRA waste disposed)) of the municipal solid waste generated. The resource recovery facility (RRF) credit is provided under the MRA in Environment Article, §9-1703(d),
Annotated Code of Maryland. The provision specifies that a 5% recycling credit applies to each county that "achieves a reduction of at least 5 percent in the volume of its waste through the utilization of one or more resource recovery facilities in operation as of January 1, 1988." To encourage more recycling, states across the country are seeking new ways (e.g., Single Stream Recycling, Pay-As-You-Throw Programs, etc.) to ensure that recycling continues to gain in popularity as a waste management option. Many states, including Maryland, are investigating new commodities to bring into the recycling stream, while continuing to promote the benefits of recycling.
summarizes the recycling tonnages since 1992 and Figure 3 categorizes the total MRA tons recycled by material in CY 2020. Compostables, and paper materials constituted the largest portion of materials recycled (miscellaneous materials are comprised of multiple materials, the largest being municipal incinerator ash at over 62% of the total miscellaneous materials).
MDE encourages the recycling of all materials because of the environmental and economic benefits that recycling provides. The 2020 County Commodity Chart details recycling and waste diversion rates for each of Maryland's
jurisdictions. Business and local governments continue to seek recycling opportunities above and beyond those that apply toward the MRA rate. In fact, nearly 2.9 million tons of other Non-MRA materials were reported as being recycled in 2020. The Recycling of Non-MRA Materials in Tons table offers a breakdown by category of the amount of Non-MRA materials reported recycled in 2020. For a complete overview on how solid waste is managed in Maryland, please refer to the annual Solid Waste Management and Diversion report.
Maryland's 4.0% Source Reduction Credit
In 2020, eleven Counties were able to add from 1% to 5% to their waste diversion rate by emphasizing SR activities as a waste reduction strategy, see Source Reduction Credit Summary 2020. They accomplished this utilizing Internet resources, demonstration sites (i.e., backyard food waste and yard waste composting), and publications on reuse practices and yard waste reduction. A complete list of SR activities and a breakdown of Maryland SR activities is available in the "Source Reduction" section.
Non-profit groups are partnering with government to increase awareness of source reduction and reuse opportunities for materials such as linens, pet supplies, medical equipment, clothing and computers. The partnering provides businesses information on how to improve their bottom line through recycling and SR. As counties learn from their successful colleagues, even more SR programs are expected.
Maryland Department of the Environment
Land Management Administration
Waste Diversion and Utilization Program
1800 Washington Blvd., Suite 610
Baltimore, MD 21230-1719
Email - Request for Information


When a Resource has proposed an alternate date for a task and you want to reject this date and assign the task to a different Resource.
Step-by-step guide
 1. Go to the Task Details page
 2. Click on the drop down arrow next to the 'Accept Date' button
 3. Click 'Reject Date'
 4. In the popup window click 'Reject' button
 The task will now be split into 2 tasks.
 1. The Resource that was originally allocated the task will be sent an email notification that the proposed alternate date was rejected and the task will be at status 'Rejected' in the rejected task list for the Resource.
 2. The original task will be set back to status 'Unplanned' and move to the Future task list with the Resource field now blank.
 To assign this task to another resource use Reassign a Task after rejecting the alternate date proposed.


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Boston Weather in April
April brings a final transition to spring weather in Boston, Massachusetts. By the end of the month, the city has seen the last of frost and snow until fall.
This page gives detailed information on the typical April temperature, precipitation, sun, humidity, wind and storms for Boston. The numbers here are historical averages based on climate data gathered at Boston's Logan International Airport, located on the waterfront next to Boston Harbor.
|56 °F||April average high||14 °C|
|41 °F||April average low||5 °C|
|11 days||60 °F max. or more (16 °C)|
|14 days||40 °F min. or less (4 °C)|
Daytime temperatures in Boston are always above freezing in April and most days make it over 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4 degrees Celsius). The city averages 4 days this month when the thermometer reaches into the 70s °F (over 20 °C). Usually for the first time in the year, one of those days gets as hot as 80 °F (27 °C).
At night, the thermometer dips to 32 °F (0 °C) or below on 2 days. April doesn't normally get as cold as 20 °F (-8 °C).
|3.6 in||total precipitation||92 mm|
|12 days||of rain or snowfall|
Half the time, Boston receives 2.3 to 4.6 inches (58 to 116 mm) of precipitation in April. One in four years has drier weather, while another one in four is wetter.
|1.6 in||total snowfall||4 cm|
|1 day||with new snow|
Most years, Boston receives no fresh snow in April. But once every four years, at least an inch (2.5 cm) of snow lands on the city during the month.
|7 days||clear skies|
The sun's rays reach the ground in Boston during 56 percent of daylight hours on average in April, for a total of 225 hours in the month. Typically on 7 days this month the sky is mainly clear, with at most 30 percent cloud cover.
Sunlight in April at Boston lasts for 13 hours and 24 minutes a day on average. The shortest day of the month is the 1st with 12 hours and 45 minutes of daylight. By the end of the month, the days have lengthened to 14:03 from sunrise to sunset. These durations of daylight can vary by a minute or two from year to year.
|63 %||April average humidity|
The relative humidity in Boston during April usually peaks at 71 percent in the morning then drops to 55 percent by early afternoon.
|Local Time||1 am||4 am||7 am||10 am||1 pm||4 pm||7 pm||10 pm|
|13.0 mph||April wind speed average||20.9 kph|
April is a less windy than winter months in Boston.
|2 days||rainfall of 0.5 inches (13 mm) or more|
|1 day||with thunderstorms in April|
Boston averages one day this month when it rains at least an inch (25 mm). The city gets a major April snowstorm once a decade on average.
The weather data here are long-term averages provided by the US National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI). Temperature and precipitation are _PHONE_ normals while humidity and thunderstorms are _PHONE_ normals.


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Persuasive personal monitoring and feedback systems could help patients and clinicians manage mental illness. Mental illness is complex, difficult to treat, and carries social stigma. From a review of literature on bipolar disorder and interviews with bipolar disorder experts, we developed a framework for designing a persuasive monitoring system to support management of the illness. The framework applies a user-centered design process that is especially sensitive to the complexity of the illness, the difficulty of treatment, its stigma, and the goals of patients and clinicians. We describe our application of this framework to designing a persuasive mobile phone monitoring system. We discuss how our use of the framework can help overcome the special challenges posed by designing systems for mental illness: (1) accommodating a complex array of symptoms, (2) supporting an uncertain treatment process, and (3) maintaining a high level of sensitivity to the seriousness and darkness of the illness, as well as the social stigma associated with it.


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Accenture Ireland has launched its new data science course specifically geared towards women working in STEM who want to explore this emerging field.
Many areas of STEM, data science included, suffer from talent shortages. It is a problem that many organisations hope to address with multi-pronged plans, employing different methods to find people with the skills they need.
Accenture Ireland hopes to address all this while better promoting diversity in one fell swoop with its new data science evening course, which it launched on 17 January.
The course, entitled the Women in Data Science Accelerator, will be held in evening sessions over six weeks. The programme hopes to provide a unique insight into the day-to-day life of a data scientist.
30 women who already hold applied data skills or otherwise applicable broad numerical experience will get the opportunity to develop their data science capabilities, network with other women building skills in the data science space and learn from exports in the field.
The course will be hosted at The Dock. Accenture's Medb Corcoran, who is the Ireland lead at Accenture Labs, will oversee the Leadership Stories segment of the programme and act as a judge.
"This course underlines Accenture's ongoing commitment to celebrating and fostering diversity, not only throughout the organisation but right across Ireland's technology sector," Corcoran said on the programme's launch day. "It is through programmes like our Women in Data Science Accelerator that we can bring together women who have a passion for data and analytics, and provide them with industry-led lectures, hands-on workshops and career guidance to help build a career in data science."
Paul Pierotti, Accelerator programme sponsor, added: "Participants on the course can expect to hear from Accenture data scientists at all career levels who will share their career stories, provide case studies for roundtable discussion and consult on course project questions. It's a great career development opportunity to upskill, collaborate, and network with fellow and aspiring data scientists."
Interested parties can find out more by visiting the website.
Accenture logo on a glass building. Image: josekube/Depositphotos


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The Department for Education (DfE) and the Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) have launched the good estate management for schools (GEMS) guidance and tools, a new manual and toolkit to support schools with good estate management. The resource brings together new and existing guidance on school estate management, and it sets out the following:
- The fundamental policies and procedures needed to manage your school's estate effectively
- Guidance on strategic estate management, organisational oversight, understanding your land and buildings, energy and water management, and managing projects
- Updated guidance on health and safety, compliance and maintenance (replacing existing guidance in essential schools maintenance)
- The skills organisations need access to, links to tools and resources that can help.
The manual is broken down into the following sections:
- Strategic estate management
- Overseeing the estate
- Health and safety
- Maintaining the estate
- Understanding the land and buildings
- Energy and water management
- Estate projects.
Depending on your role, you may not need to review every section. Some sections are of particular relevance to leaders, governors and trustees of schools. Some are aimed more at school business professionals and those involved in the day-to-day management of the estate.
The manual also includes a number of tools to help you assess and manage the estate. This includes the following:
- Organisational self-assessment
- Top 10 estate checks for boards
- Required knowledge and skills
- Tips for managing energy and water usage.
First published 26 April 2018


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Financial inclusion in the Middle East and North Africa and its Effect on Unemployment
The purpose of this study is to investigate empirically the relationship between financial inclusion and unemployment for a sample of countries within the MENA. An index for financial inclusion, using Sarma (2008), has been estimated for Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco and Tunisia during the period 2008-2018. The estimated index for financial inclusion reveals that, despite some progress, there is a need to foster financial inclusion in the region. Based on this index, the impact of financial inclusion on unemployment has been tested. The estimation of a random effect model testing the relationship between financial inclusion and unemployment shows a negative effect of financial inclusion on unemployment for the selected sample of countries.
Financial Inclusion: A New Multi-dimensional Index and Determinants – Evidence from the Union for the Mediterranean Countries
This paper proposes a new multi-dimensional financial inclusion index based on a two-stage Principal Components Analysis (PCA) and aggregating indicators of availability, access and use. The paper first assesses the cross-country variations in the index and analyses trends over time for a sample of countries members of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) from 2010-18. Second, it investigates factors that could explain the level of financial inclusion across countries.
Our financial inclusion index shows a downward trend for the full sample over the period under investigation, however when splitting the sample by income group, it appears that high and middle income countries did not register the same trend. When examining the determinants of financial inclusion for UfM countries, we find that macroeconomic, social and governance factors, as well as banking conditions, matter.
A COVID-19 Severity Index
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organisation (WHO) qualified the Covid-19 virus, which originated in China in December 2019, as a pandemic, since on that date it had circulated across all continents and to the vast majority of countries worldwide.
Since January 2020, some countries have experienced a favourable trend (concomitantly recording a slowdown in new infections, a continuous increase in recoveries and a decrease in deaths linked to the disease), whilst others are still struggling to control the propagation of the virus and its negative consequences on the lives of the sick.
It seemed necessary to us, therefore, to build a synthetic index, which summarises the respective performances of countries in their strategy for fighting the virus. This index will make it possible at any time, to instantly estimate the severity of the pandemic in different countries. The index is calculated on a weekly frequency for 169 countries.
As of 10 May 2020, the average score for the countries in the sample is 0.74, corresponding to a globally moderate severity. Europe has an average score of 0.77 and has seen a significant decrease in severity in recent weeks. For Africa, the scores are between 0.99 and 0.30, with an average of 0.70. In America, scores range from a low of 0.34 to 0.98, with an average of 0.69, the highest level of severity in the world. Asia averages a score of 0.74. Oceania performs the best, with an average score of 0.98.


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Keywords: welder, weld
As a Noun
1. A person whose job is welding metal. English = welder.
2. A join where two pieces of metal have been welded together. English = weld.
As a Verb or Adjective
1. To join two pieces of metal together by heating their edges and fixing them together so that they cool and harden into one piece. English = weld.


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Noun: conjurer kón-ju-ru(r) or kún-ju-ru(r) [N. Amer], kún-ju-ru(r) [Brit]
 1. Someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience
 - magician, prestidigitator, conjuror, illusionist
 2. A witch doctor who practices conjury
 - conjuror, conjure man
Derived forms: conjurers
Type of: performer, performing artist, witch doctor
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I need help on a math question.
Carly makes a rectangular pepperoni pizza using a 12-inch by 16-inch rectangular pan. If Kyle wants to make a circular pepperoni pizza that is approximately the same thickness as Carly's pizza using the same amount of dough, what should be the diameter of Kyle's circular pan? Please round your answer to the nearest tenth of an inch.
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For this question, you need to find the area of the rectangular pan of pizza first. As you know, you find the area of a rectangle by multiplying the two sides by one another. In this case, that is 12*16 = 192.
Then you have to figure the area of a circle. The equation for that is area = pi*r^2 where r is the radius of the circle.
So we know the area and we know pi so our equation is
192 = 3.14(r^2).
We divide both sides by 3.14 and we get
61.14 = r^2
Take the square root of 61.14, which is 7.8.
So the circular pan needs to be 7.8 inches in radius or 15.6 inches in diameter.
Here the volume of material of the dough is same and the thickness of the pizza is same but only the shape and area are different.The first one is rectangular and the second one is flat cylinderical.
Let the thicknes of the pizza be h inch
The volume of the rectangular shape = length*breadth*h =16*12*h...........(1)
The volume of the circular pizza = pi*radius^2*thickness=pi*(diamete/2)^2*thicknes.
Since the volume represented at (1) and (2) are same,
(pi*d^2/4)h = 16*12*h) The h gets cancelled. So solving for, d,
d = sqrt(16*12*4/pi) = 15.63528 inch =15.6 inch
When the thickness of the pizza as well as the amount of dough used for the rectangular and the circular pizzas are same, the areas of the pizza will also be same.
The area of rectangular pizza of 12" x 16" is given by the formula:
Area of rectangle = A = Width x Length = 12 x 16 = 192 sq.inch
The area of a circle is given by:
Area of circle = A = (pi/4) x d^2
Where: d = diameter of circle
Therefore diameter of circular pizza with area = A is given by:
d = [A/(pi/4)]^1/2 = 2 x (A/pi)^1/2
Value of A = 192 and pi is a constant with value 3.141
d = = 2 x (192/3.141)^1/2 = 2 x 7.818 = 15.636 = 15.6"
Diameter of circular pan = 15.6"
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6 Ways to Fix Chrome Not Loading Page (Displays Only Text)
Almost 65% of the global Internet users love using Google Chrome for their browsing needs. And no doubt, it's by far the most popular browser across the globe. But that doesn't mean that Chrome is free from errors and issues. One of the most common issues users face is Chrome not loading pages and displaying only text. It occurs when Chrome is not able to load all the elements of a web page. Since you are here, you're most probably facing this annoying issue in your browser. Anyways, you need not need to worry as I am here with six quick ways to fix Chrome not loading page, displays only text error. Let's get started.
Fix Chrome Showing Only Text- Not Loading Page
1. Check The Internet Connection
Browsers need a reliable internet connection to load the complete web page. If the internet connection is not stable, the web page will not load with all its resources. So, whenever the internet is sluggish, Chrome will load only certain elements of a webpage like HTML. It stops rendering CSS, JavaScript, and other elements.
This leads to a webpage with only text and no visual elements. So, before diving into complex fixes, the first thing you should do is checking your Internet connection. Use an Internet speed checker like Speedtest.net or Fast.com to determine the actual Internet speed.
If you see a high ping rate, most probably your ISP is having a downtime. Please turn on the hotspot of your mobile connection and use it to load the page. If the issue is due to a bad internet connection, connecting to a hotspot connection will fix it.
2. Remove Ad Blockers
I have seen my Chrome not loading page and showing only text a lot of times, and almost all the time, it happened due to an ad blocker. I use the AdBlocker extension to bypass ads and anonymous tracking. Using it doesn't always create an issue, but at times, I found that Chrome could not load the page when the extension was turned on.
Chrome Not Loading Page- Displays only Text
So, try turning the ad blocker off for that page, and it should fix the problem. You can also try removing the extension altogether. To do so, paste chrome://extensions/ in the search bar, It will take you to the page with all your extensions- here, you can disable the ad blocker you were using earlier.
3. Disconnect VPN
The Chrome showing only text issue is not exclusive to someone who is using an ad blocker. It often occurs while using VPN as well. You may face this issue if you use a VPN connection for a private Internet or bypass the geo-restriction.
So, if you were opening the webpage with VPN connected, try to open it after disconnecting the VPN. The problem will likely go away. If you want to use VPN at all costs, try switching to another VPN client to see if it solves the problem.
4. Clear Browsing Data
You might face Chrome showing only text error due to caching issues or corrupt cookies on your browser. The best thing you can do to remove all the cache and cookies stored on your browser is to clear browsing data.
Paste chrome://settings/clearBrowserData in your address bar, and it will take you to the page where you can clear browsing data. You can also directly type "clear cache" in the search bar and tap the suggested Chrome Action.
Fix Chrome Not Loading Page- Displays only Text
Select the Advanced tab and tick every option. Set the time range to all time and then click Clear Data. It will clear everything you would have browsed on your Chrome. Now try to open the web page once again and check whether the issue is fixed or not.
5. Reset Chrome
If clear browsing data does not fix the issue for issue, the next thing you can do is reset Chrome. To perform the reset, type chrome://settings/reset in the address bar of Chrome. It will take you directly to the reset page. Now, click Reset Settings.
Reset Chrome to Fix Chrome Not Loading Page Issue
Keep in mind that resetting Chrome will disable all the active extensions. It will also clear temporary data like cache and cookies. Don't worry much as your bookmarks, history, and saved passwords will not be cleared.
6. Reinstall Chrome
If none of the above fixes worked for you and you are still juggling with the issue, the last option is to uninstall and reinstall Chrome. First, uninstall Chrome from your computer and download the installation file from the Chrome official website.
Reinstall Chrome
Install the file and complete the initial setup. Then, open the same page and check whether the issue is resolved or not. If the issue is still there, it is an indication that something is wrong with that specific web page. Try contacting the admin of the webpage you are trying to visit.
Conclusion- (Solved) Chrome Not Loading Page Properly
Chrome not loading pages and showing only text instead is a very common issue. It mostly comes when the internet connection is sluggish, or an ad blocker is blocking the elements. For most users removing ad blocker fixes the issue.
VPN connections also lead to the issue, so disconnecting VPN is also a good way to get rid of it. You can also try other fixes I mentioned, like clearing browsing data, resetting Chrome, and reinstalling Chrome. Don't forget to inform me which fix worked for you. Stay tuned for more.
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This paper considers a problem of distributed tracking with consensus on a time-varying graph with noisy communications links. A distributed tracking with consensus algorithm is proposed to handle a time-varying network topology in which every node generates own local tracking estimates and communicates over noisy links. The conditions on the connectivity graph are established so that distributed consensus can be achieved in the presence of noisy communication links when the graph topology is time-varying. The steady-state performance of the proposed distributed tracking with consensus algorithm is analyzed and compared with that of distributed local Kalman filtering with centralized fusion. Simulation results and performance analysis of the proposed algorithm are also given.


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Irish Water has submitted a series of planning applications to Galway County Council in a bid to ease chronic water shortages on two of the Aran Islands.
The applications were made as islanders on Inis Meáin and Inis Oírr face another summer of water conservation notices and water restrictions.
Both islands have been plagued by water shortages in recent years due to prolonged periods of dry weather.
The utility company now plans to build a number of water reservoirs on both islands to help ensure a continuous and plentiful supply all year round. It intends to construct three water storage tanks on Inis Oírr and two tanks on Inis Meáin.
The project also includes the construction of a water main to transfer water between the Lacranna source to the water storage tanks on Inis Oírr. The pipeline is about 2km long and will be required to increase the supply capacity from the source to the storage tanks.
A recent hydrological study found, in order to provide a sustainable water supply on both of the islands, it would be necessary for Irish Water to provide additional water storage capacity on the islands.
The new tanks will increase the water storage on Inis Oírr by 9,000cubic metres and by 3,500 cubic metres on Inis Meáin which is equivalent to more than 100 days' stored water supply on both islands.
The site selection process and surveys necessary to determine the final site required for the remaining proposed water storage tank on Inis Oírr are ongoing. It is planned that Irish Water will submit the final planning application by winter 2017.
Site investigation works are under way on both islands to inform the design of the proposed raw water storage tanks and raw water mains. These are expected to be completed this month.
Subject to planning approval it is expected that the main construction works will start next year.
Irish Water's infrastructure programme regional lead Padraig Hanly said they are necessary so islanders can access water all year around:
"In recent years both islands, especially Inis Oírr has experienced water shortages due to prolonged periods of dry weather. As a result of this, Irish Water has previously had to tanker water from the mainland to the islands in order to ensure both islands had a sufficient supply of water."
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The original story of love between a Metis woman, Jane Howse, and Sam Livingston, a flamboyant Irishman, first published as Tell Me, Grandmother in 1985 by McClelland and Stewart, has been updated with new information, a new cover, and approximately additional pictures, both archival and modern.
Why The Ring?
Sam and Jane's romance is symbolized by the ring given to Jane as a token of Sam's undying love. Unusually wrought and engraved with the words IN MEMORY OF, it remains today as a legacy to the many descendants of this remarkable couple.
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The Ring appeals to adults and children alike, to people of all ages who are fascinated or curious about their past. It reveals how life can often turn full circle in mysterious ways.
Such is the magic of books that miracles happen. In The Ring you will read how the publication of Tell Me, Grandmother in 1985 changed the life of one of Sam and Jane's descendants and made a huge impact on his family.


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Scrummy sandwich session
SCRUMPTIOUS sandwiches were made by children as part of a special workshop.
Representatives from Warburtons Bakery visited Tickenham Primary School to promote healthy eating and nutrition to children in reception and years one and two.
They held an interactive talk and puppet show explaining how bread is made before giving pupils the chance to make their own healthy sandwich. At the end of the session, the children took home a goody bag.


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LGC invited to international anti-doping symposium on standards and metrology
Last week (28 to 29 September), leading scientific experts from metrology (measurement science) and anti-doping gathered in Paris to discuss the role of standards and the importance of measurement accuracy in anti-doping analysis.
The event was jointly organised by the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). It provided a unique forum for experts from these two fields to review the latest initiatives in metrology to support the harmonization of analytical practices, as well as highlight emerging measurement challenges.
Two scientists from the Measurement Research team at LGC were asked to present at this invitation-only event.
Chris Mussell demonstrated a bottom-up approach to measurement uncertainty assignment for organic analytes as part of the session on 'Measurement Uncertainty of Determinations of Threshold Substances'. The role of measurement uncertainty, the range or amount of error associated with a measurement, is crucial to quantitative anti-doping analysis. Without an associated measurement uncertainty, the amount of a banned substance cannot be meaningfully compared against the accepted limit and decisions on whether an athlete can continue to compete cannot be effectively made.
Qualitative analytical tests that provide a yes/no-type result present different analytical challenges. In qualitative analysis, a banned substance is identified but not quantified. Dr Steve Ellison discussed approaches for determining and controlling the limits of detection of methods for qualitative organic analysis as part of the session on 'Measurement support for qualitative analyses'.
LGC runs training courses on measurement uncertainty. Please contact us for further information.


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Model independent peak fitting and uncertainty assignment for high-precision time-of-flight mass spectrometry
A procedure is introduced to extract the time-of-flight probability density distribution for ions of one type using an accumulated ion peak as a template for use in the fitting of time-of-flight peaks of co-accumulated ions. We demonstrate the use of logarithmic splines and discuss the statistical criteria for the selection of the spline smoothing parameter to obtain a smooth function for approximating such an ion peak. Furthermore, a "Bootstrap" method is proposed to determine the uncertainty of the fitted time-of-flight values, which is calculated using the extracted peak shape via a repeated statistical experiment. The developed procedure is validated against time-of-flight data obtained in a previously reported experiment. It is shown that atomic masses derived from our newly proposed methodology are in good agreement with those from the 2016 Atomic Mass Evaluation and the values determined using an analytically defined function (exponential-Gaussian hybrid), approximately matching the observed peak shape. In contrast to the previously used approach, our newly proposed methodology is a much more flexible, robust, and universal method for peak shape approximation, which can be applied to any peak shape.


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- What fortify means?
- How do you spell claim?
- Is Rawe a Scrabble word?
- What does a faint scent mean?
- Is JAWE a Scrabble word?
- Is Lawe a Scrabble word?
- How do you spell faint or feint?
- What does fortify yourself mean?
- What does it mean to fortify food?
- How do you fortify something?
- What color is faint?
- What is the meaning of feint?
- Is Faint a Scrabble word?
- How do you use feint in a sentence?
- Is Tawe a word?
What fortify means?
: to make strong: such as.
a : to strengthen and secure (a place, such as a town) by forts or batteries a city fortified by high walls.
b : to give physical strength, courage, or endurance to fortified by a hearty meal..
How do you spell claim?
Correct spelling for the English word "claim" is [klˈe͡ɪm], [klˈeɪm], [k_l_ˈeɪ_m] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Is Rawe a Scrabble word?
RAWE is not a valid scrabble word.
What does a faint scent mean?
: not clearly seen, heard, tasted, felt, etc. We heard a faint noise. a faint smell/odor/aroma.
Is JAWE a Scrabble word?
JAWE is not a valid scrabble word.
Is Lawe a Scrabble word?
No, lawe is not in the scrabble dictionary.
How do you spell faint or feint?
Summary: Faint or Feint?As a verb and a noun, the word faint refers to a loss of consciousness. However, it can also be used as an adjective meaning "weak" or "dizzy."The verb and noun versions of feint both refer to a deceptive attack or movement. As such, this term is used when describing a fight or battle.
What does fortify yourself mean?
to make strong; impart strength or vigor to: to fortify oneself with a good breakfast.
What does it mean to fortify food?
A food that has extra nutrients added to it or has nutrients added that are not normally there. Examples are milk with vitamin D added and salt with iodine added.
How do you fortify something?
fortifyfortify something (against somebody/something) to make a place more able to resist attack, especially by building high walls. … fortify somebody/yourself (against somebody/something) to make somebody/yourself feel stronger, braver, etc. … to make a feeling or an attitude stronger.More items…
What color is faint?
The definition of faint is something without strength such as a very quiet sound or a very light color. An example of faint is a very pale yellow painted on a wall.
What is the meaning of feint?
: something feigned specifically : a mock blow or attack on or toward one part in order to distract attention from the point one really intends to attack The boxer made a feint with his right, then followed with a left hook. feint. verb. feinted; feinting; feints.
Is Faint a Scrabble word?
FAINT is a valid scrabble word.
How do you use feint in a sentence?
Feint sentence examplesInvasion was but a feint, executed by an army too weak to do much harm. … Grant felt that this was a mere feint to screen some other move. … This game was not for the feint of heart. … This process is not for the feint of heart.More items…
Is Tawe a word?
No, tawe is not in the scrabble dictionary.


text: Tahoe City Public Utility District is proposing the Madden Creek Water System Infrastructure Improvement Project to update the recently acquired Madden Creek Water System, which serves the community of Homewood along the west shore of Lake Tahoe. The system provides 175 service connections for residential, commercial, and landscape irrigation customers as well as fire protection services. Project work includes new and replacement water mains, new fire hydrants, new service meters, and water service lateral replacements. The existing water system consists of a supply source (one groundwater well), approximately 3.5 miles of water distribution mains, water storage (one tank), and approximately 175 service connections, most of which are unmetered. The project improvements include water main replacement and water service improvements that would help to mitigate deficiencies, increase system reliability, and address condition related issues. The Madden Creek Water Master Plan identified individual components to improve the state and condition of the current system, as follows: water meter installations to decrease per connection water demand, replacing pipelines with diameters less than 6 inches with 8-inch pipelines to increase capacity and reliability, replacing existing transmission mains with 12-inch diameter pipes to reduce head loss through the system during a fire flow event and directly increase the capacity, and installing new 8-inch pipelines to loop dead-end water mains and reduce system losses.


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Definition of hatched
imp. & p. p. - of Hatch 2
The word "hatched" uses 7 letters: A C D E H H T.
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Words formed by adding one letter before or after hatched (in bold), or to acdehht in any order:
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Pig Trap Interlocking
Safety interlocks are an essential feature in the design of pig traps. SFC interlocks can be specified to ensure the minimum safety arrangement of interlocking the vessel vent valve with the pig trap closure. This arrangement ensures the vessel vent valve is open before any attempt can be made to open the closure. With interlocks fitted to both the vent valve and pig trap closure, a key is released when the vent valve is opened. Removing the key from the vent valve locks the valve in the open position. This key is coded in common with the closure lock and only by opening and locking the vent valve, can the operator use the correct key to proceed to unlock and open the closure.


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The mountain leader is a graduate professional who leads a group (or alone) in the mountains. Unlike the mountain guide, the mountain leader evolves outside the techniques and tools specific to mountaineering. His field of intervention is the discovery of the mountain with different supports of progression. The mountain guide is a naturalist generalist and is primarily discovering the natural mountain environments, heritage and human.
Mountain leaders are organizers and hikers.
The professional activity covers three specific, identifiable but complementary functions: the guiding and management functions of the security of the practitioners; an educative and pedagogic action is also important and underlying in all of their activities (improvement of the physical and technical capacities of the practitioners); mediation for the discovery of the mountain environment in all its aspects (natural, heritage, human). Mediation and interpretation have for object the discovery, the understanding and the appropriation of the mountain environment.
To exercise this mediation action, the mountain guides have the choice between several supports: hiking, snowshoeing and, for some professionals, pack animals, mountain biking (additional qualification) or canyoning (AQA unique to this day issued in 1995).
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