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Common Mistakes in Adopting CBD
- What Is Component-Based Development (CBD)?
- CBD Mistake #1: Underestimating the Adoption Costs
- CBD Mistake #2: Not Creating the Right Incentive System
- Harris Kern's Enterprise Computing Institute
As companies are increasingly adopting web services and realizing the benefits of a service-oriented architecture, component-based development (CBD) has received renewed interest. CBD provides an approach to modeling and documenting the services that are the foundation of a service-oriented architecture. These services should be defined in the context of the business processes that an organization provides both internally and externally. This article discusses some common pitfalls of adopting CBD.
What Is Component-Based Development (CBD)?
There are many definitions for the term component, but here's the commonly used definition we'll use for this article: "An identifiable piece of software that describes and/or delivers a set of meaningful services that are invoked via well-defined interfaces."
You may wonder how CBD is different from object-oriented technology (OOT), which also encourages separating the interface from the implementation. While this separation is encouraged in OOT, many organizations don't practice this approach. With CBD, this separation is enforced by explicitly declaring an interface and then an implementation for that interface. In many cases, the client program is actually written in a different language than that of the service provider (as is the case with CORBA and web services).
This is not to imply that the implementation of a component must be in an object-oriented language; in many cases, the implementation of the interface may be a series of applications written in a combination of scripting languages (such as Perl); procedural languages (such as C or COBOL); or even entire systems such as SAP, PeopleSoft, etc. In short, there is not necessarily a one-to-one correspondence between a service and the provider of that service. However, the client should not care about this; all it should need to know is the contract under which the service is offered. This contract defines the parameters required, the expected return values (if any), and any exceptions that may be raised.
CBD basically applies the façade design pattern; that is, defining a single service that corresponds to potentially many invocations behind the façade.
This separation promotes loose coupling between the client and the service provider and promotes reuse of functionality without requiring implementation in the same language. Contrast this with object-oriented technology, where reuse typically happens in the same language.
Examples of popular CBD platforms include.NET (for example, Visual Basic calling C#), Enterprise Java Beans (typically Java calling Java), and CORBA (multiple languages, but typically Java and C++).
These are the three basic phases of component-based development:
Planning, analyzing, and designing. Creating interfaces to adapt to rapidly evolving business processes.
Provisioning. This involves sourcing components, which includes determining whether the components should be built internally or purchased from external parties.
Deployment. Dealing with production issues.
In the process of adopting CBD, organizations make a number of common mistakes:
Underestimating the adoption costs
Not creating the right incentive system
Believing the "rapid progress" illusion
Not leveraging existing solutions
Underestimating the barriers of adoption
Not building for commercial quality
This article covers the first two mistakes from the list above: underestimating the adoption costs, and creating the wrong incentive system.
What Is a Framework?
One of the common terms that you'll encounter in any discussion of CBD is framework. A framework is a set of classes that are meant to be extended. Frameworks can be broadly organized into two categories:
System-level frameworks such as application servers (BEA WebLogic, IBM WebSphere, etc.) that provide a set of services such as load balancing, replication, etc.
Business-level frameworks such as the San Francisco project (originally from IBM, now at Alphaworks), which provides business services such as inventory management.
While the examples in the following sections focus on organizations that build their own repositories and frameworks, these problems can occur even when using commercially available repositories (which are quite rare, especially business-level frameworks).


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Leading up to today, Disney Parks commissioned the most comprehensive survey on vacation memories ever undertaken. Travel trend watcher Ypartnership surveyed 3,600 Americans and Canadians about what makes today's family vacations memorable for both parents and children and there's some interesting findings we can share with you now:
- Nine out of 10 parents said they planned their vacations with the express hope that they would result in a lasting family memory.
- More than two-thirds of family travelers say they think back "often" or "very often" on their favorite vacation experiences.
- Digital photos represent the most popular way to memorialize vacation memories today, cited by 82 percent of respondents.
- The most positive vacation memories are associated with vacations that include both parents and siblings.
- Traditional photo albums remain the preferred method of sharing vacation memories, but 45 percent of family vacationers now post vacation content on social media sites.
- One out of five family travelers share the events that make the memories "real time" as they actually occur.
Here's an interview with Ypartnership CEO Peter Yesawich who shares more insight into some vacation memory trends.

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Youngsters from Pocklington Community Junior School collected a bumper crop of donations for harvest festival.
The school held its annual harvest festival service at Pocklington's All Saints' Church. The service was led by Rev Simpson from Pocklington Methodist Chapel and the children sang a selection of songs based around harvest.
Year 4 pupils created autumn poems, which they read to the congregation, and showed their collages of animals made from autumnal material, such as leaves, pine cones and conkers. Meanwhile, Year 3 pupils read a number of harvest prayers.
The harvest donations from parents were displayed in the entrance of the church, which was left over the weekend to decorate the area as part of All Saints' Church's harvest festival service.
The donations, which included fruit, vegetables and tinned goods, have gone to people in the local community.
Sue Yeates, from the junior school, said: "Everyone who attended said it was a wonderful service and the children sang their hearts out. It was obvious that staff and children had worked extremely hard to make this a delightful service."
See this week's (9 October) Pocklington Post for more pictures.

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Why is the boat not positioned if the VHF is off?
The NMEA output of your GPS is connected to your computer (on a
serial port, a USB-NMEA
adapter) or any other device that allows the computer to
receive NMEA data for positioning the boat on the map using your navigation
software. You also have a VHF DSC which must also receive
the NMEA data to know the position in case of need to trigger a
distress call. Other devices may also be connected to the same
NMEA output of the GPS. You have noticed that if you turn off the
VHF your boat is no longer positioned and your software sends you
an alarm unknown position. In the best case, positioning occurs
from time to time but the position is not refreshed as it should
do every 2 seconds.
This is because the NMEA input of your VHF is not opto-coupled
(isolated) and so it becomes very low impedance when its circuit
is no longer powered (in fact your GPS is trying to power your VHF
with its NMEA output on the entry NMEA of the VHF which of course
can not succeed). The NMEA signal is therefore "overloaded" to
such a level that it becomes unusable by any other device
connected to this output.
The only solution to this problem is the installation of a NMEA
How does a NMEA amplifier work?
A quality NMEA amplifier has a NMEA input that perfectly meets
the specifications of the standard. This input is opto-coupled
(isolated) so that it is completely insensitive to what happens on
the other side of the opto-coupler. It is totally insensitive to a
possible changing of the mass level. The GPS is perfectly
protected against any voltage return that may come from a fault in
a device, wiring, radio-frequency radiation from a wrong tuned
transmitter etc ... On the other side the optocoupled input stage
is a signal calibration stage to rectify the flanks and the level
faults. Finally are the buffers (usually 4, 1 per output). These
buffers will generate the signal that will be sent to the devices.
While respecting the voltage levels of the standard, the buffers
are able to provide much more current than the GPS can provide. It
is now possible to apply this signal to devices whose input
impedance is much lower than the NMEA standard. The buffers being
completely independent, whatever happens on one output can not act
on the others.
The NMEA amplifier AMN010-2:
is a high performance NMEA amplifier. Its powerful, independent
outputs can be used with any device that has an isolated NMEA
input or not, regardless of its input impedance. It has an
auxiliary output and input to couple as many AMN010-2 modules as
needed to achieve the desired number of NMEA outputs without
mobilizing any of the power outputs. Its amplification ratio is
greater than 1000.
the complete information about the NMEA amplifier AMN010-2


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Spectroscopy and Unknowns
Sarah Madden, Matt Grandbois, Eric Nelson
October 31 and November 7 2000
Chem 120 H / Viste
The purpose of this lab was to identify an unknown using various methods of spectroscopy. The unknown could have contained any or all of these elements: carbon, oxygen, and chlorine. The number of carbon atoms in the unknown molecule ranged from one to six. The following methods of spectroscopy are various ways to obtain the spectrum of an unknown: FTIR (infrared), which relates to molecular vibrations; Raman, which relates to molecular vibrations; NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance); GC/MS (mass spectroscopy); and UV-vis (ultraviolet-visible). Other chemical characteristics that can help identify organic unknowns are the boiling point, refractive index, and the flame test.
The lab began with obtaining an unknown organic compound. The first test that was completed was the Beilsteinís flame test for the presence of chlorine. The next part of the labs involved observing different types of spectra through use of FTIR, Raman, NMR, GC/MS, and UV-vis. The refractive index and the boiling point of the unknown were also found. The results of these various tests along with the different spectra types were then analyzed and the unknown was identified.
Beilsteinís Test: no chlorine
Boiling Point: 139-141 o C
Refractive Index: 1.4504
Additional Raman Spectra
NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance):
GC/MS (mass spectroscopy):
Cyclohexanone vibration 27:
Vibration Spectrum 35:
Microscopic picture of the atoms.
In this lab various methods of spectroscopy were used to identify an unknown. Based on observations and analysis of the spectras the unknown of this lab was identified as Cyclohexanone.

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A child is sliding ona sled at 1.7 {\rm m/s} to the right. You stop the sled by pushing on itfor 0.70 {\rm s} in a direction opposite to its motion. If the massof the child and sled is 32 {\rm kg}, what average force do you need to apply to stopthe sled? Use the concepts of impulse and momentum.


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What is the theoretical flow of hydraulic pump Expand a […]
What is the theoretical flow of hydraulic pump
Expand all theoretical flow refers to the volume of oil output by the hydraulic pump in unit time without considering the leakage loss of the hydraulic pump. It is commonly expressed in QT, and the unit is L / min (L / min). The relationship between displacement and theoretical flow is: where n - rotation speed of hydraulic pump (R / min); Q - displacement of hydraulic pump (ml / R) actual flow Q refers to the volume of oil actually output by hydraulic pump in unit time when considering leakage loss of hydraulic pump. Because of the leakage loss of the hydraulic pump, the actual output flow of the pump is less than the theoretical flow. Rated flow QS refers to the actual output flow when the pump is working at rated speed and rated pressure. The flow indicated on the product sample or nameplate of the pump is the rated flow of the pump.


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The Bristol Branch Barnwell lecture took place on Wednesday June 20th at the University of West of England (UWE). Air Commodore Mark Sibley MRAeS, Director of Helicopter Operations, Royal Air Force delivered a lecture entitled 'In-Theatre Helicopter Operations'
Air Cdre Sibley presented an excellent lecture that outlined the many challenges of supporting helicopter operations in Afghanistan. He highlighted the routine environmental challenges and the impact of dust and extreme heat on maintenance operations. He also addressed the many other challenges encountered by the team in Afghanistan including terrain and logistic issues, rudimentary and limited hangars and living accommodation and the not inconsiderable threat posed from hostile forces. Air Cdre Sibley was keen to recognise the involvement and stress the contribution of the UK aerospace industry in overcoming the challenges and reducing the overall maintenance burden.
The Bristol Branch was formed in 1929 (one of the earliest, after Coventry and Yeovil). 1954 was the 25th anniversary of the Branch and the occasion was marked by the inauguration of the first Bristol Branch lecture named to honour the memory of Frank Barnwell. The Barnwell Brothers (Harold _PHONE_) and Frank (_PHONE_) achieved the first powered flight in Scotland on 28th July 1909 (with Harold at the controls). In 1911 Frank Barnwell moved to Bristol to join the British and Colonial Aircraft Company as a designer. He went on to become chief designer and had a key part in designing 150 different models for Bristol between 1915 and 1938 including the Bristol F.2 Fighter and then later the Bristol Blenheim.


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In the realm of fitness and wellness, creating an environment that motivates and energizes individuals is paramount to achieving optimal results. One often-overlooked aspect of this equation is the role that lighting plays in the gymnasium setting. Traditional fluorescent or incandescent lighting may not provide the ideal conditions for workouts, both aesthetically and functionally. Enter LED lighting – a revolutionary solution that not only brightens up gym spaces but also enhances the overall fitness experience.
The Power of Illumination:
LED lighting has rapidly become the preferred choice for gymnasiums, replacing conventional lighting systems for several compelling reasons. The primary advantage lies in the quality of illumination provided by LEDs. These lights emit a bright, clear light that closely mimics natural sunlight. This not only contributes to a more visually appealing gym atmosphere but also has significant implications for the effectiveness of workouts.
Better Visibility, Safer Workouts:
One of the key benefits of LED lighting in gymnasiums is improved visibility. Adequate lighting is crucial for ensuring the safety of gym-goers during their workouts. With LEDs, shadows are minimized, and every corner of the gym is illuminated, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries. Whether lifting weights, performing yoga, or engaging in high-intensity interval training, having a well-lit environment ensures that individuals can focus on their exercises without concerns about visibility issues.
Beyond the aesthetic and safety advantages, LED lighting is also a sustainable and energy-efficient choice. Compared to traditional lighting options, LEDs consume significantly less energy, translating to lower utility bills for gym owners. The long lifespan of LED lights further reduces maintenance costs, providing a cost-effective and environmentally friendly lighting solution for gymnasiums and check out this website.
Customization for Varied Workouts:
LED lighting systems offer a level of customization that goes beyond traditional lighting. Gymnasiums can install dynamic lighting setups that adapt to different workout scenarios. For instance, during a yoga class, the lights can be set to a calming and soothing tone, promoting relaxation. In contrast, for high-intensity workouts, the lights can be adjusted to a brighter and more invigorating setting, boosting energy levels and motivation among gym attendees.
Mood Enhancement and Motivation:
Lighting has a profound impact on mood, and gymnasiums are no exception. The harsh, artificial lighting of traditional systems can create a sterile and unwelcoming environment. In contrast, LED lights with their natural color rendering abilities create a warm and inviting atmosphere. This not only contributes to a more enjoyable workout experience but also enhances motivation, encouraging individuals to push them further.
In the quest for better fitness results, every element of the gym environment matters and lighting is no exception. LED lighting has emerged as a transformative solution for gymnasiums, providing a perfect blend of functionality, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. By investing in quality LED lighting systems, gym owners can create an environment that not only enhances safety and visibility but also motivates individuals to achieve their fitness goals. Brighter workouts are indeed leading to better results, thanks to the magic of LED lighting in gymnasiums.


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over to OK. Arrow over to Cancel twice, then arrow over to Exit Install.
Leave the superuser account and log in as the new user. Now type
pine -- you should see the following message:
Creating subdirectory "/home/yourusername/mail" where Pine will store its mail folders.
This will be followed by Pine's greeting text. You'll notice that Pine's commands are always listed at the bottom of your screen. The ^ symbol means use your CTRL key along with the letter next to the ^. Once you've read the greeting, use ^E (Exit This Greeting). This will bring you to Pine's main menu.
Since this is the first time you are running Pine as this user, you'll need to press S to enter Setup, then C to enter Config. The first three items should be edited as follows:
You'll notice that Pine supports a lot of configuration values; if you find one that sounds interesting, highlight it and press the? key. This will give a short, and usually helpful, description of what this configuration parameter does. I usually change the following on mine:
Under Viewer Preferences -- I use the Enter key to put an [X] in the following values:
This will highlight URLs and e-mail addresses so I can go directly to a web site or add an address to my address book.
Once you've finished your configurations, press E to exit Setup and Y to commit changes. This will return you to the main menu where you can press A to edit the address book. The @ key will let you add an e-mail address; when you're finished, type ^X and the address should now show in your address book.
Highlight a user you've added to your address book and press C to compose an e-mail message to them. Arrow down to Cc and input your e-mail address so you'll be sent a copy of the message. Once you've composed your message, make sure you are connected to your ISP and press ^X to send your message. Type y when Pine asks you if you want to send the message. It should say [Sending Mail], then [Message sent and copied to'sent-mail'.] Use your < key to return to the main menu, then L to enter the folder list. If you arrow over to sent-mail and press enter, you should be able to view and read the message that you sent.
One last point on Pine: it contains a built-in editor called Pico. Pico is a very easy editor to learn as its commands are always listed on the bottom of the screen. You don't have to run Pine to use Pico; if you want to edit a file with Pico, do this:
Now that you've sent your first e-mail with Pine, you'll want to check that you received your copy of the e-mail by using the fetchmail program. Open up another virtual terminal, and log in as your user. I use fetchmail like so:
fetchmail istar.caEnter password for _EMAIL_: fetchmail: IMAP connection to istar.ca failed: Connection refused 1 message for genisis at istar.ca (868 octets). reading message 1 of 1 (868 octets) flushed
When you check your e-mail, substitute the value to the right of the @ in your e-mail address for istar.ca. If everything worked, fetchmail will download at least one message. Return to the terminal where you are running Pine and navigate to your inbox to read it.
Note that fetchmail added genisis to my e-mail address for me because I am logged in as genisis. If I happened to be logged in as another user, say biko, it would use the address _EMAIL_ instead.
The fetchmail command would then fail as I don't have a mailbox called biko on Istar's mail server. However, if I'm logged in as biko and invoke fetchmail like so:
fetchmail -u genisis istar.ca
This will tell fetchmail to use the mailbox name of genisis instead of my login name of biko so I can retreive genisis' email.
Fetchmail also has a verbose mode which can be used to view the various
POP3 commands between fetchmail and the mail server. You can invoke
verbose mode with
-v and very verbose mode with
-vv. Here is a portion of a session with fetchmail in verbose mode:
Enter password for _EMAIL_:
fetchmail -v istar.ca
You should be able to recognize the
LIST commands from the tutorial.
Fetchmail is highly configurable through its use of switches; its manpage is well worth reading.
Hopefully, we've cleared up some of the mystery regarding how e-mail works. Next week, we'll look at setting permissions.
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Most Common White Birds in Pennsylvania
As a seasoned birdwatcher with years of experience exploring Pennsylvania's skies, I've always been captivated by the abundance of white birds that grace the state. My experience tracking the Snowy Owl's elusive flights and admiring the Great Egret's elegant hunting maneuvers has deepened my appreciation for these avian residents.
I believe that the presence of these white birds not only adds a sense of purity and grace to the landscape but also reflects the rich biodiversity of Pennsylvania's ecosystems. Each sighting is a reminder of the beauty and wonder that nature has to offer, making every moment spent observing these feathered beauties truly enchanting.
Key Takeaways
 - Mute Swans and Great Egrets are common white birds in Pennsylvania.
 - Snowy Owls and Ring-Billed Gulls also represent white bird diversity.
 - Mute Swans primarily inhabit city parks, lakes, and wetlands.
 - Conservation efforts focus on managing Mute Swan populations due to their invasive nature.
Snowy Owl
The Snowy Owl, a magnificent Arctic bird of prey, boasts a distinctive white plumage perfectly adapted for its snowy environment. These large owls, with males measuring 20-28 inches and females 22-27 inches in length, are well-suited for the harsh Arctic regions they inhabit.
With a wingspan that can reach up to 59 inches, Snowy Owls excel in silent flight, aiding in their hunting skills, particularly preying on small mammals like rodents. Male Snowy Owls, often whiter than females, can be spotted perched on open ground or fence posts, scanning their surroundings for potential prey.
Their striking white plumage serves as both camouflage and a symbol of their beauty in the vast snowy landscapes they call home.
Rock Pigeon
Adapting to a variety of environments, the Rock Pigeon, also known as the common pigeon, displays a distinct range of plumage colors and a recognizable stocky build. Rock Pigeons are medium-sized birds, around 11 inches in length, with a wingspan of 20-24 inches. Their round bodies and diverse plumage colors, including white, gray, and brown, make them easily identifiable in urban areas worldwide. These birds are commonly found in cities, parks, and backyards, attracted to bird feeders and human presence. Rock Pigeons have a worldwide distribution and have been closely associated with humans for thousands of years.
 - Rock Pigeons are adaptable to various environments.
 - Their plumage colors range from white to gray and brown.
 - They're commonly attracted to bird feeders and urban settings.
Snow Bunting
In a variety of open fields during the winter, Snow Buntings, small songbirds measuring 6-7 inches in length, exhibit a stocky build with short, thick conical bills. Breeding males stand out with their striking contrast of mostly white plumage and black backs, a feature that distinguishes them from the females and non-breeding males which have brown streaks.
These Arctic breeders can be spotted in Pennsylvania during the colder months, foraging for seeds and insects in the open fields. Snow Buntings are known for their resilience in harsh conditions and their ability to survive in snowy landscapes, making them a fascinating subject for birdwatchers and researchers alike.
Ring-Billed Gull
With a wingspan of approximately 3 feet, the Ring-Billed Gull is a medium-sized bird commonly found near aquatic habitats in Pennsylvania. These gulls display a striking color pattern with a white body, gray wings, and a yellow bill adorned with a distinctive black ring. They're prevalent in North America, particularly in Pennsylvania, where they frequent areas close to water bodies.
Ring-Billed Gulls exhibit interesting nesting behaviors, often choosing locations near freshwater sources for breeding. Their scavenging behavior in various environments like urban, suburban, and coastal areas has earned them the nickname 'fast food gulls'. These adaptable birds play a vital role in the ecosystem by helping clean up leftover food and waste, showcasing their resourcefulness.
 - White body with gray wings
 - Yellow bill with black ring
 - Commonly found near aquatic habitats
Great Egret
The striking presence of the Great Egret, with its large size, all-white plumage, and distinctive long neck and bill, commands attention in Pennsylvania's wetland habitats. Great Egrets, native to Pennsylvania, are large wading birds known for their solitary hunting habits in freshwater marshes. These majestic birds were almost hunted to extinction due to their sought-after long white feathers. They measure between 37-41 inches in length and have an impressive wingspan of up to 55 inches. Their white plumage, long necks, and pointed bills make them easily distinguishable. Great Egrets are skilled hunters, foraging in shallow waters for fish, frogs, and other aquatic prey. Below is a table summarizing key points about the Great Egret:
CharacteristicDescription
Size37-41 inches in length
WingspanUp to 55 inches
PlumageAll-white
HabitatFreshwater marshes
Hunting BehaviorSolitary hunters
Cattle Egret
Nestled among Pennsylvania's grasslands and agricultural areas, the Cattle Egret, a small yet robust white heron distinguished by its yellow-orange bill and legs, thrives in close proximity to livestock, benefiting from the insects stirred by these animals.
The breeding adults of Cattle Egrets exhibit buff plumes on their head, neck, and back, adding an elegant touch to their appearance. Despite being a non-native species to Pennsylvania, the Cattle Egret has successfully adapted to the region's environment and can commonly be spotted in grasslands, wetlands, and agricultural fields.
Their foraging behavior near livestock showcases their clever adaptation to human activities, ensuring a steady food supply and a successful presence in the state.
Snowy Egret
Snowy Egrets, medium-sized wading birds with a wingspan of approximately 3 feet, are recognized for their striking white plumage and slender build. These birds, native to North America with populations in Pennsylvania, are adept at wading in shallow waters due to their long legs.
Snowy Egrets primarily feed on fish and small aquatic creatures, using their agile flying abilities to hunt along the water's edge. Their white plumage serves as camouflage in the marshlands where they're commonly found. Observing Snowy Egrets in their natural habitat showcases their graceful movements as they forage for food.
These elegant birds play a vital role in the ecosystem, contributing to the biodiversity of Pennsylvania's wetland environments.
Tundra Swan
Pivoting from the discussion of the Snowy Egret, another notable white bird species found in Pennsylvania is the Tundra Swan, characterized by its impressive size and distinctive markings. The Tundra Swan measures around 47 to 58 inches in length, boasting a wingspan of up to 7 feet.
Identified by their white plumage, long necks, black bills with a yellow spot, and black legs, these swans breed in Arctic regions and migrate to areas with moderate climates. They're occasional visitors to Pennsylvania, known for their long migrations and social behaviors.
Tundra Swans feed on aquatic plants and typically nest near water bodies, showcasing fascinating nesting habits and a strong affinity for aquatic environments.
Mute Swan
With their impressive size, distinctive orange bills, and territorial behavior, Mute Swans stand out as one of the largest flying birds found in Pennsylvania. These swans, characterized by their entirely white plumage, black legs, and non-native status in Pennsylvania, can be observed in various habitats such as city parks, lakes, wetlands, and estuaries. Their aggressive behavior towards other species, stemming from their territorial nature, can impact the local wildlife. Mute Swans primarily feed on aquatic plants, making them integral components of aquatic ecosystems. They often build their nests in dense vegetation near water bodies. Below is a table summarizing key characteristics of Mute Swans:
CharacteristicDescription
Size55 to 63 inches in length
PlumageEntirely white
Bill ColorDistinctive orange with black knob
HabitatCity parks, lakes, wetlands, estuaries
DietAquatic plants
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Big White Birds in Pennsylvania?
When you look for big white birds in Pennsylvania, keep an eye out for the majestic Great Egrets with long black legs, the impressive American White Pelicans with their orange bills, and the stunning Snowy Owls in winter.
What Is the Most Common Bird in Pa?
The most common bird in Pennsylvania is the Northern Cardinal. Recognizable by its vibrant red plumage and melodious song, these year-round residents are often found in backyards, parks, and forest edges, enjoying sunflower seeds and peanuts.
What Bird Is Mostly White?
When identifying birds based on color, noting the predominant white plumage can assist in classification. Birds like Snowy Owls, Snow Buntings, Snowy Egrets, Mute Swans, and Snow Geese exhibit predominantly white features, aiding in their recognition.
What Is the White Water Bird in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the Great Egret, a majestic white water bird, is commonly found near freshwater and saltwater marshes. With its long black legs and graceful presence, observing these elegant creatures can offer a captivating educational experience.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Pennsylvania is home to a variety of common white bird species. These include the Snowy Owl, Rock Pigeon, Snow Bunting, Ring-Billed Gull, Great Egret, Cattle Egret, Snowy Egret, Tundra Swan, and Mute Swan.
These birds can be found in various habitats across the state, from urban areas to wetlands, and are often seen foraging, nesting, or migrating. Their presence adds to the diverse and vibrant bird population in Pennsylvania.


FAQ :: What is the difference between white and black magic?
I have heard this basic differentiation: Black magic is intended to cause harm and is evil; white magic seeks to heal, not harm. While that may be true, you have to ask the simple question, "What is the source of the power?" If it is anything but the power of Almighty God, then it is to be avoided at all costs.
God will never allow himself to be degraded to the point of being summoned to cast a spell or to levitate an object. I can promise you that will never happen. So, right away, you can rule out most "magic" as being of the devil.
Prayer calls on the power of God according to His good will and purposes. A prayerful heart says, "Lord I don't know best, but You do, so please help me." In contrast, magic calls on supernatural power for selfish gain or to cause harm, using occult rituals. The magic we are referring to is not the bunny in the hat, sleight-of-hand magic found at kid's birthday parties; it is an occult ritual that calls on the evil, supernatural powers of the devil.


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Approximately 185 students from
two high schools in Maine participated in the pilot Local
Fisheries Knowledge (LFK) Project during the 2003-2004
academic year, and another 159 during 2004-2005 academic
Each school created an overarching theme to guide
students' LFK interviews. Students organized into
teams to conduct interviews.
Ellsworth High School
ME. Hancock County.
What does the fishing industry have
to do with Ellsworth High School's communities?
Ellsworth HS. Photo by Grey
At Ellsworth High School, all 10th
grade students in English, science, and
social studies participated
during the 2003/2004 and 2004/2005 academic years
Jonesport-Beals High School
Jonesport, ME. Washington County.
What is our place in the changing face
of Jonesport-Beal's marine culture?
Jonesport-Beals HS. Photo
by Jennifer Isé,
High School, 12th grade students
technology and enterpreneurship classes participated
during the 2003/2004 and 2004/2005 academic years.
The 2005/2006 students include 9 th graders and 12
The communities of Ellsworth and Jonesport are located
in the Downeast region of Maine. This area has
heritage, though fishing has influenced each community to different
degrees. The community of Ellsworth has developed around regional
fisheries by providing support services such as fish processing
Many families in Jonesport and on neighboring
Beals Island have been fishing for a living for over 200
years. Some students
High School will carry on this tradition. During the first
pilot year, 35 of the 125 students at the school
had commercial fishing licenses.
Three of this year's participants already have their lobster permits. Other
students may go on
to work in fisheries related fields, such as fishing
gear construction, boat building, fisheries science, or aquaculture.
The commercial fishing profession and fishing communities,
however, face an uncertain future in Maine. More
about regional fishing issues…


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Editor's note: This article is one of an occasional series profiling the 15 finalists for the Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDIs). The Green Tree Community Garden is a finalist for the Brewers Community Foundation Public Space Award, which recognizes a public space that helps build the community.
In 2013, a vacant lot inundated with overgrown weeds sat next to the Milwaukee Job Corps Center on 60th Street and Green Tree Road.
Today, the same lot is home to 24 raised-bed vegetable gardens. A large pergola is adjacent to the vegetable gardens, providing shelter from rain or sun. The northwest corner boasts a large rain garden and perimeter benches provide a spot to watch butterflies or birds.
"We wanted to make this garden like a second home to the Green Tree community," said Jessica Noth, project manager at Havenwoods Economic Development Corp.
Noth, along with students at Job Corps, transformed the lot over a two-year period beginning in summer 2013. Many of the students, who are learning trades at the center, expressed interest in improving the vacant lot.
The project has done much more than that. "Prior to the garden being built, community relations were not as strong and people tended to stay confined to their own neighborhood," Noth said. "Once the garden was finally established, it was a place where people felt like they could comfortably gather together and just have a good time with one another."
Noth and her team created a blueprint for the garden and hired Stano Landscaping to help implement the project. The company created blueprints for the park design, built the pergola patio and planted trees. Stano also donated three ornamental trees and hundreds of square feet of patio pavers. Job Corps provided workers, machinery and equipment for constructing benches, digging footings, clearing sod and pouring cement slabs.
HEDC applied for and received two grants from the city of Milwaukee under the NIDC Community Improvement Project. The first grant of about $7,900 covered the cost of the rain garden, mulch, vegetable garden and pathways. The second grant of about $13,000 paid for the pergola, orchard, stone bricks, garden beds, benches and birdbaths.
Organizations such as Groundwork Milwaukee's Urban Garden Network helped fund the garden. Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District donated rain barrels for storm water management.
Valerie Guerin, a Havenwoods resident and neighborhood coordinator for HEDC, said that breaking ground on the garden was symbolic of a change in the community.
"We put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into this project and it was an overwhelmingly great experience for all us," Guerin said. "Knowing that my hard work helped produce such a beautiful area meant a lot to me; I felt a huge sense of pride."
Noth and Guerin agree that the garden has succeeded in bringing the community together.
"I look at the garden as a representation of 'crosshatching'," Guerin said. "Instead of people getting territorial over their proverbial neighborhood, the garden provides everyone with a feeling of safety and peace."
Since the creation of the garden, residents and visitors have participated in the Havenwoods 5K, which ends at the garden, and relaxed while listening to music at the Rhythm and Blooms summer concert series. According to Noth, these gatherings have built the community's identity and improved its quality of life.
"When we started the summer concert series last year, we had huge success," she said. Although a lightning storm hit on the first night, 40-50 people showed up, Noth added. "The last concert brought in nearly 100 people from the community and it was a picture-perfect night. Everyone had a great time."
Kimberly Komar, a Havenwoods resident, said that the 5K and concerts piqued her interest in the garden. "I never really got involved with the garden prior to these events and this made me realize how close the community has gotten," said Komar, 41. "There was just a real calmness that the garden brought to the community," she added.
Komar noted that the concerts gave her the opportunity to meet people she might never have run across without the garden. She said that she would be back again next summer.
An accountant, Komar said that she enjoys going to the garden after work to relieve stress. "Just sitting by myself and enjoying the nature around me gives me an inner peace," she said. "It's one of my favorite spots when I want to get away from it all for a little while."
Christian Winkel, pastor at Redemption Evangelical Lutheran Church, has been an active participant at the garden since it was built. "Seeing the garden grow along with the community has to be the most special thing in my eyes," he said. "With all the hard work that [the community] put into this project, they deserve to be proud of all they have accomplished."
Added Noth, "This is what is possible when diverse people contribute their time and expertise to the greater good."
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The home folder in OS X is the default location where your account's settings and data are stored. By default your home folder is located in the Users directory at the root of the main boot drive, will be named the same as your account's short username, and will have a house icon when you are logged into your account.
Having the home directory located on the main boot volume is a convenient option for quick and easy setup; however, there may be instances where you would like to have it on a separate partition, or better yet on a secondary hard drive altogether.
- Managing large files
If you regularly generate large files that would quickly fill up your hard drive, you might benefit from storing these files on a large secondary drive. While you can keep them in a separate folder, programs using them might cache them, create other temporary files, or organize support files in other locations within your user account and take up space on your hard drive. In this scenario having your user account on its own separate drive might be beneficial.
The advent of solid-state drive (SSD) devices has really opened up the data throughput bottlenecks that hard drives have imposed on computers; however, you can still increase your system's speed a bit by storing data separately from the drive containing the system software. When applications run, the system will be using the hard drive to store RAM contents as part of virtual memory, which will be using some of the drive's throughput. This use will decrease the performance of the drive when loading data or other items, so spreading this to other drives should make up for any performance hit.
Storing user accounts on a separate hard drive makes them more portable, so you can preserve your data separately from the operating system installation. With this setup, you can easily format or even partition the boot drive while maintaining your user account, so you can quickly get your account settings back after a quick format if necessary. This by itself is perhaps not necessary given advanced backup tools like Time Machine, but might make sense when coupled with other reasons for managing the account on separate drives.
If you have decided you would like to migrate your home folder to a secondary hard drive, the process is actually quite simple. Your home folder is just a collection of files and folders owned by your user account, which you have complete control over, so to migrate it just follow these steps.
- Make sure you have a secondary admin account.
When adjusting user settings there is always the potential for something to go wrong, so to ensure that you will at least be able to log in, you should create a new admin account, which will allow you to easily revert changes if needed. You can do this in the Users & Groups (or Accounts) system preferences.
- Copy the home folder to the location of choice.
You can place the home folder anywhere on the secondary drive, though I recommend creating a "Users" folder in which to place it. Once you have established where you would like it to go, open the Users directory on your boot drive and copy your home directory to its destination (it may take a long time to copy, depending on the number and size of files in the home folder).
- Open your user account settings.
Go to the Users & Groups (or Accounts) system preferences, and select your username. You may have to authenticate first by clicking the lock at the bottom of the window.
- Go to the advanced settings.
Right-click your username and choose "Advanced Options," which should bring up a window containing a number of details such as the user ID, group, account name, and log-in shell. The window will also contain a warning stating that changes to these settings might damage your account.
- Change your home folder directory.
In this advanced options window, click the Choose button next to the Home Directory field, and then browse to the new location where you copied your home folder. Select the home folder and click Open, and the path to the new folder should now be in the "Home Directory" field.
After you have made these changes, click "OK" and then log out of your account. Then log back in and your account should load from its location on the secondary hard drive. If all goes well then you should see no difference in behavior. However, if something does go awry then you can log in to the secondary administrator account and edit your account in the same way to revert the home directory back to its original default location.
After logging in to your account successfully, you can then go back to the Users directory on your boot drive and remove the old home folder in there if you would like.
While moving your home folder is easy to do and has its benefits, do keep in mind that there are a few potential drawbacks. For one, secondary drives and volumes are not as protected as your main drive. They can easily be formatted and also set so permissions are ignored, which will allow your home folder to be easily browsed by other accounts on the system and thereby potentially compromise the security of your data on a multiuser setup; however, the impact of this would depend on who you allow access to your computer.
While moving your home folder to a new drive might seem like the only way to quickly access a larger secondary drive through your home directory, there are some alternative setups that will perform the same functions. One easy option is to just mirror the home folder directories (Music, Movies, Documents, and so on) to a directory on the secondary drive, and then create aliases to these folders within the respective folders in your account.
This setup will still use the account's library contents (application preferences and settings) from the main boot drive, while allowing you to easily access the external drive through the aliases so you can store your data and documents. The one drawback to this setup is that some programs will need to be configured to access the external drive instead of the original home folder. For instance, Safari's default downloads folder will need to be changed to point to the secondary drive, and you will need to set the location of your iTunes or iPhoto libraries to point to their locations on the external drive as well, but once these changes are done then everything should work properly.
Do you have a custom or unique home folder setup that has its benefits? If so, let us know about it below in the comments.


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A project known as the gTar is creating a buzz surrounding its implementation of traditional musical learning with the use of Apple's iPhone.
Users embed an iPhone into the guitar's dock, and with the help of an accompanying app, the neck of the guitar will light up with interactive LED's along the fretboard.
The illuminated lights represent the sequence of notes required to play a particular song of choice, and the app features three different difficulty levels to suit the user's knowledge and skill.
The app also features a wide range of existing tracks, allowing players to select songs that they are more familiar with.
The instrument aims to simplify the steep learning curve of learning guitar, and is using a Kickstarter page to promote the project. The retail price for the guitar is $450 (R3,714.50*).


The Frost Queen appears as a tall, slender, beautiful woman with a light bluish skin tone. Little is known for certain about the nature of these beings, but they are often thought of as the nymphs of the frozen tundra. Unlike nymphs, they cannot seduce male humanoids, however, they are revered as goddesses among the Frostlings. "Kissed by the Divine Stillness," (as Frostlings describe her) The Frost Queen freezes everything she touches in fragile jewels of ice crystals.
Frost Queens live in the snowy wilderness, often in forests, where they can ponder the quiet turnings of seasons, but in rare moments, they seek something other than solitude, and seek the companionship of their friends, the Frostlings.


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- Beatrice, Nebraska
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The Institution for Feeble Minded Youth Farm is nominated to the National Register under Criterion A on the state level for its association with social history. The Institution, now known as the Beatrice Developmental Center, was established in 1885 for the care of the developmentally disabled. The Farm buildings represent a period of the Institution's history when it was largely self-sufficient with the majority of dairy, meat, and produce raised and processed by residents and staff. The period of significance, c.1930 -1947, encompasses the construction of the buildings. The Farm is also significant as the only known complex of its type in the state which provided a dormitory for residents engaged in the farm work. Additionally, the Farm is eligible as a separate because of its significant association with the evolution of institutional treatment for the developmentally disabled. The farm retains a high degree of integrity in terms of buildings and setting; it is the only known extant example of a farm complex historically associated with a public institution.


Understanding the Predecessor Tab
Predecessors (and their counterparts, successors) are how you as the project manager tell Project what the logical flow of tasks should be throughout your project. This tab of the Task Information dialog allows you to see all the tasks that are predecessors for the task currently being edited in the dialog. This section shows you how to create a new predecessor.
graphics/one_icon.jpg As in all tabs in this dialog, you can edit the task Name and Duration fields.
graphics/two_icon.jpg The grid on this tab lists all the tasks that are predecessors to the task named in the Name field.
graphics/three_icon.jpg The type of link is shown in the Type field. In this case, Define Requirements has a Finish-to-Start link to this task, meaning that the Define Requirements task must finish before the Write Specifications task can start.
graphics/four_icon.jpg The Lag field lets you define a span of days between the predecessor side of the link and the successor side of the link. This means that if you add a one-day lag on the link shown, Write Specifications cannot start until one full day after Define Requirements finishes.
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How do I have vim and a console in the same window? For example, I am splitting up the vim window into multiple windows (vertically or horizontally). What I want is to have the code window on the left side, and the interpreter or console or whatever on the right side, so I can easily switch between them. How does that work? Is there something there for this?
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You probably are looking for GNU Screen.
From this tutorial
Splitting the screen in half horizontally
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This is the most powerful of them all, as you can do n-way splits of any console application in both horizontal and vertical panes. – Mies Nov 21 '09 at 0:43
Oh yeah, for a vertical split, press Ctrl+a |. It follows the same behavior at horizontal splits. – Mies Nov 21 '09 at 0:45
Thanks, this is exactly what I wanted. – hyperboreean Nov 21 '09 at 1:50
Is there a way to actually tell to screen to resize it 70-30 or 60-40%? – hyperboreean Nov 21 '09 at 1:54
You can press Ctrl+a, then :, then type resize N or resize +N where N is the number of lines you want the height to be or +N is the number of lines you want to add to the current height (or -N to decrease). – Dennis Williamson Nov 21 '09 at 3:07
Don't forget the vim quickfix commands for the edit-compile cycle (see :help quickfix and :help make).
Maybe it's a radical suggestion but consider using a tiling window manager. In the following screenshot you can see vim in the left column, with the quickfix window opened, and on the right an xterm used to launch and test the application. The window manager used is called wmii.
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+1 for wmii, best... window manager... ever :). It's like being on the command line with windows. – chmeee Apr 15 '10 at 12:33
You can also try tmux, which is an alternative to GNU screen and is actively developed. You can set screen like shortcuts and have a nice configurable status bar.
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Check the nice configurable status bar with tmux powerline – Atropo Nov 30 '12 at 8:07
You can use the VIM-Shell patch. This way, you don't have to remember to create a screen session for Vim before editing.
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Instead you just have to remember to patch Vim... – womble Nov 21 '09 at 0:47
Yes, but one usually edit files more often than compiling Vim. – Mikael S Nov 21 '09 at 1:10
Or just reflexively run everything in screen -- it's how I work now. If I'm not in a screen session, it is highly unusual. – David Mackintosh Nov 21 '09 at 1:29
If you don't use vim-specific features (but rather use only vi-compatible commands), you might try vile, a vi clone with intelligent multiple buffer handling, more similar to emacs.
This also has the advantage of allowing you to use your editor inside a screen session without removing your use of any other screen windows.
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You could try the Conque Shell plugin. Haven't tried this yet myself but it's got a high (1:3) rating-to-download ratio, and claims to do just what you want. The actual rating is pretty decent, especially since it's only been around since 2009-09, and only hit version 1.0 in February. The advantage of using this over the VIM-Shell patch is that you don't have to patch vim; you just install the plugin in your ~/.vim directory.
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You may also be interested in trying the Dynamic Virtual Terminal Manager. It does something similar to the screen features highlighted in a previous answer, but is in my opinion easier to work with. Here are some of the default keybindings:
Ctrl+G C Create a new shell window
Ctrl+G X Close focused window
Ctrl+G J Focus next window
Ctrl+G K Focus previous window
Ctrl+G G Organize windows in a grid layout
Ctrl+G T Organize windows in a vertical stack tiling layout
Ctrl+G B Organize windows in a horisontal stack tiling layout
Ctrl+G M Maximize current window (display one window at the time)
Ctrl+G. Minimize current window (show only window title)
DVTM also supports mouse integration; simply click on a terminal window in order to select it. Screenshots are available at the website linked above.
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Creating Good Employment Opportunities for the Rural Sector
This paper examines the potential for sector-specific productivity growth, human capital, credit markets, and infrastructure to contribute to the development of stable, well-paid employment in rural areas of low-income countries. Particular emphasis is placed on the way that different sectors of the rural economy interact with each other and with local and regional product markets. A simple theoretical framework and descriptive analysis of panel data from India suggests that more emphasis should be placed on increasing the production of goods that incorporate local agricultural products as inputs.
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: Documenting the identity of an e-KTP Government published program containing all the data security system based administration Base, by e-KTP NIK is expected to have a lifetime in Administrative problems of population. But in peaksanaan still many who question the extent to effectiveness implementation of the system in terms of the process of making up the utility function is a long-term e-KTP. In this study kuaitatif method by using the steps of collecting data through observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis to analyze the data using Data Reduction, Data Presentation, Withdrawal, Conclusions and Verification. In research that has been done, the process to a conclusion: 1) Implementation of e-KTP Program given is good enough. 2) driving and inhibiting factors such as the creation of services that meet expected and adequate infrastructure and adequate human resources, The inhibitor of the people who are outside the area. 3) the effectiveness of the service provided is good enough, so the creation of good public service.
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Autumn Fruits and Seeds
In autumn many trees have lots of fruits and seeds. Farmers are busy picking fruits like apples and pears to send to the shops.
Other trees have seeds like conkers and acorns. We often have fun playing with sycamore helicopter seeds which spin round as they fall to the ground. Pine cones have lots of seeds inside.
As the weather gets colder squirrels collect the acorns and nuts which they hide to eat in winter. They need to remember where they are hidden.


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Guest Blog - Electricity used when pulling weight
We don't typically post items related to science fairs (I get a lot of them - they're always enjoyable but most aren't related to NXT but just use an NXT robot to facilitate something else), but I thought this was an interesting project worth sharing, especially because it's using an NXT to obtain the results - I've posted Keizo's results in the accompanying image.
BTW - Keizo is in 4th grade.
Thanks for sending this in Keizo! - Jim
How Much Electricity Is Used When A Robot Pulls A Certain Weight
By Keizo M.
Hypothesis: I think that the robot will use twice as much electricity when the weight of the car is doubled.
Why I Chose This Project: Last year I got a LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0 for my birthday. I really enjoyed it, but while using it, I noticed that the batteries run out quickly. I decided to measure how much electricity would be used when a robot pulls a weight.
Materials: -Lego Mindstorms ® NXT 2.0 -Digital Voltmeter -6 Rechargeable Batteries -Weights
1) Make a robotic car out of Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0
2) Program the car to go forward and backward for 10 minutes
3) Charge the batteries
4) Measure volts in batteries
5) Put batteries in the car
6) Put weight on the car
7) Run the program
8) After 10 minutes stop the car
9) Take out batteries, and collect data
10) Repeat step 3 through 7 with different weights
Conclusion: When weight was increased, more electricity was used but it didn't double. For example, when I doubled the weight from 1 pound to 2 pounds there was only a 0.066-volt difference.
Discussion: There wasn't a huge difference when I increased the weight. Next time, I should make the robot go for 30 minutes instead of 10 minutes or put a heavier weight
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An antrolith is a calcified mass within the maxillary sinus. The origin of the nidus of calcification may be extrinsic (foreign body in sinus) or intrinsic (stagnant mucus, fungal ball).
Most antroliths are small and asympotomatic. Larger ones may present as sinusitis with symptoms like pain and discharge.
They appearas solitary or multiple, faintly to extremely radio-opaque masses embedded within the mucoperiosteum. The sinus wall is intact.
Small antroliths require no treatment. However, larger or symptomatic masses need to be are surgically removed.


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Since Rankcluster 0.92, ranks have to be given to the functions in the ranking notation.
Ranking and ordering notation
The ranking representation $r=(r_1,...,r_m)$ contains the ranks assigned to the objects, and means that the $i$th object is in $r_i$th position.
The ordering representation $o=(o_1,...,o_m)$ means that object $o_i$ is in the $i$th position.
Let us consider the following example to illustrate both notations: a judge, which has to rank three holidays destinations according to its preferences, O1 = Countryside, O2 = Mountain and O3 = Sea, ranks first Sea (O3), second Countryside (O1), and last Mountain (O2).
The ordering result of the judge is o = (3, 1, 2) (the first object is O3, then O1 and O2) whereas the ranking result is r = (2, 3, 1) (O1 is in second position, O2 in third position and O3 in first position).
Rankcluster format
The \code{data} parameter must be a matrix with every row corresponding to a rank.
One row corresponds to one rank. The first column corresponds to the position on the object A, the second to the position of object B and so on.
For converting your data from ordering notation to ranking, you can use the convertRank function. This function works only for univariate and non-partially missing ranks.
Multivariate Ranks
For multivariate ranks, the differents variable are combined by column and an extra parameter (m) indicates the size of each dimension.
The big4 dataset is composed of the rankings (in ranking notation) of the "Big Four" English football teams (A: Manchester, B: Liverpool, C: Arsenal, D: Chelsea) to the English Championship (Premier League) and according to the UEFA coefficients (statistics used in Europe for ranking and seeding teams in international competitions), from 1993 to 2013.
Each variable corresponds to the ranking of four elements, so m = c(4, 4). In the data matrix, the first four columns correspond to the rankings in Premier League and the four next to the ranking accoding to the uefa coefficient.
Partial Missing Ranks
Rankcluster manages partial missing ranks. Missing positions are denoted by 0.
For example 5 0 1 2 0 indicates that the position of the second and fifth objects are unknown.
Ranks with tied positions
Rankcluster manages tied positions in ranks. Tied position are replaced by the lowest position they share.
For example, assume there are five objects to rank. If the output rank in ranking notation is 4 3 4 1 1, the 1 for both the objects number 4 and 5 indicates that either object 4 is in first position and object 5 in second or object 5 in second position and object 4 in first. Then the object number 2 is in third position, then objects 1 and 3 are in fourth and fifth or fifth and fourth.
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The high quality oats that Saskatchewan produces are in demand for the horse industry in the United States. Oats are primarily used for livestock feed or breakfast foods.
Common root rot, seedling blight and prematurity blight of cereals are caused by the same species of soil-inhibiting fungi (Cochliobolus sativus and Fusarium spp.).
What is Crown Rust of Oat?
Ergot is a plant disease caused by the fungus Claviceps purpurea, which infects the developing grains of cereals and grasses.
The importance of seed-borne diseases in cereals.
Sooty moulds often show up as grey patches in the field.
What variety of oats should I seed?
What kinds of field should I avoid?
Oat is an important crop world wide, with production at approximately 25 million tonnes.


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Wooden Table chairs
There are a few considerations to think about though before you buy your first toddler table and chairs. A few factors you should take into account are the kids table set shape, color, and material type. All of these factors can affect how your child uses their new kids table set. For instance, a wooden kids table will be much different for your child to use than a plastic table set with a bench because the plastic materials are generally much more colorful which creates a much different environment for your child to enjoy than just a wood table. So we will try to go over these differences so you can find the best option for your child.
Kids Table Shape
The easiest way to increase the fun of your kids table set is to change the shape of your table. Kids table and chair sets can come in a myriad of shapes ranging from round to a triangle shape. The table shape you choose really depends on how you think your child will be using their table. If they tend to have friends over often than a circular or square table is a good choice so everyone can sit around the table evenly. If you want a table to keep everyone on one side of the table facing mostly the same direction, then maybe a half circle shaped toddler table is more appropriate.
Kids Table Color
Kids table and chairs can come in plenty different colors. For contrasting bright rooms, you could use a kids table and chair set with dark tones to make the table set stand out. If you have a dedicated kids room you may want to have your children's table and chair set blend in with the room. In this case, a brighter colored kids table set would be more appropriate. And since toddler table and chairs can come in colors ranging from bright red to black, to light blue, you will always have options to choose from for your child.
Kids Table Material
When it comes to picking out the right material for your toddler table and chairs picking the material that is most fun for your child is always exciting. To start kid's wooden tables and chairs are the most popular type. The reason for this is wooden kid's tables are very durable and resistant to chipping or staining. Of course, there are other options to choose from besides a kids wooden table and chairs set. The next most popular material is plastic because it is a colorful material that is light and easy to move. So your child can enjoy their children's table no matter where they choose.


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Math sessions are in a 1:1 ratio. We will determine a specific math plan for each student after assessment, reviewing and teaching math concepts for Common Core. The Fall Math Academy program is August 28th to December 14th. Students attend two or three times a week depending on their needs. This support includes academic tracking and integrates weekly homework assignments. The Math Academy is $280.00 per month for those who qualify.
"Gateway has been the greatest source of support for helping my son improve with math. They have been able to identify his needs, and give him strategies that work in the classroom"


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VB.Net provides several mechanisms for gathering input in a program. A Windows Forms ListBox control displays a list of choices which the user can select from.
You can use the Add or Insert method to add items to a list box. The Add method adds new items at the end of an unsorted list box. The Insert method allows you to specify where to insert the item you are adding.
The SelectionMode property determines how many items in the list can be selected at a time. A ListBox control can provide single or multiple selections using the SelectionMode property.
If you want to retrieve a single selected item to a variable, you can code like this
Dim var As String var = ListBox1.SelectedItem
If you change the selection mode property to multiple select, then you will retrieve a collection of items from ListBox1.SelectedItems property.
ListBox1.SelectionMode = SelectionMode.MultiSimple
The following VB.Net program initially fill seven days in a week while in the form load event and set the selection mode property to MultiSimple. At the Button click event it will display the selected items.
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TRANSSHIPMENT STATION FOR URBAN SOLID WASTE: AN ANALYSIS CONSIDERING CITY LOGISTICS CONCEPTS
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LEISE KELLI DE OLIVEIRA, RENATA LÚCIA MAGALHÃES DE OLIVEIRA, LILIAN SILVIA TEIXEIRA DE AVELAR RUEDA
In this paper we analyze the impact of a transshipment station on the urban solid waste management, considering the trade-off among (i) transportation and operational costs of the transshipment; (ii) operational costs of the trips considering the transshipment station; and (iii) costs for the collection trips from the districts directly to the landfill. The study was carried out in the city of Belo Horizonte (Brazil), which produces 1,730 tons of urban solid waste per day. We have evaluated three scenarios: (i) baseline scenario, in which part of the solid waste is consolidated on a transshipment station and the other part is destined directly to the landfill; (ii) transport direct to the landfill; and (iii) consolidation of all solid waste on the transshipment station. We have evaluated these scenarios considering the cost of collecting and transporting the solid waste. We then analyzed the correlation between cost and distances: distance and total transportation cost have a positive correlation, and distance has a negative correlation with the unitary transportation cost (R$/km), i.e., when the distance increases, the cost of transportation per kilometer decreases. Our results indicate that the transshipment station has economic advantages for consolidating and transporting solid waste to a landfill. However, direct transport to a landfill is more profitable if the transportation cost (R$/km) increases up to 9.28%. If the transportation cost increases more than 15%, the operation cost of a transshipment station can increase up to 62%. However, an efficient operation in the transshipment station is critical to ensure this level of profit. Finally, the location of the transshipment station is imperative, and baseline scenario presents a better network for the urban solid waste logistics management.
urban waste management, transshipment station, urban freight transport


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closed sets
A closed set is a list of designators surrounded by curly brackets. It can only appear on the right of a relation, for example (^ CASE) = {NOM ACC}, (^ CASE) $ {NOM ACC}, and (^ CASE) << {NOM ACC}. The constraint (^ CASE) = {NOM ACC} is similar to having NOM $ (^ CASE) and ACC $ (^ CASE), except that it also specifies that the set can have no other elements in it (hence the name "closed"). You can test whether an element is in a closed set using constraints like DAT $ (^ CASE). This will fail immediately if (^ CASE) is a closed set and DAT cannot be unified with any of its elements. If a set can be either open or closed, you can test for set membership using DAT $c (^ CASE). This will also fail immediately if (^ CASE) is a closed set and DAT cannot be unified with any of its elements. It will fail eventually from incompleteness if (^ CASE) is an open set and DAT is never added to it.
Closed sets have an implicit narrow-scope disjunction. For instance, if the verb tests the CLASS of the SUBJ using the following constraint:
(^ SUBJ CLASS) $ {CL1 CL2}
and CLASS is not a non-distributive attribute, then if the SUBJ is coordinated, the membership test gets distributed. In particular, the following constraints are consistent with the membership test:
%N1 $ (^ SUBJ)
%N2 $ (^ SUBJ)
(%N1 CLASS) = CL1
(%N2 CLASS) = CL2
This would not be true if the disjunction were explicit:
{(^ SUBJ CLASS) = CL1 | (^ SUBJ CLASS) = CL2}
d\a denotes a restricted version of the f-structure denoted by d (cf. Kaplan and Wedekind 1993). This restricted f-structure is identical to the original f-structure except that it doesn't have the attribute a. For instance, ^\CASE denotes an f-structure identical to ^ except that it cannot have the CASE attribute. ^\A\B denotes the same f-structure as ^\B\A.
If the attribute a is governable and a is in the list of governable attributes for d, then a will not be in the list of governable attributes for d\a. If a is governable and a is not in the list of governable attributes for d\a, then a will be in the list of governable attributes for d. This means that a constraint like!\SUBJ\OBJ = ^\SUBJ\OBL-AGT takes the governable attributes of!, subtracts SUBJ and OBJ from them to get the governable attributes for!\SUBJ\OBJ, and then adds SUBJ and OBL-AGT to them to get the governable attributes for ^. This can be useful as part of a syntactic rule for passivization, such as:
 (! OBJ) = (^ SUBJ)
 (! SUBJ) = (^ OBL-AGT)
 {(! SUBJ) = NULL}
 (^ PASSIVE)=+
 (! PASSIVE)=-;
This is similar in effect to the lexical rewrite rules:
(^ OBJ) --> (^ SUBJ)
{ (^ SUBJ) --> (^ OBL-AGT)
|(^ SUBJ) --> NULL}
except that!\SUBJ\OBJ = ^\SUBJ\OBL-AGT doesn't require there to be an OBL-AGT in ^ (it just allows it). Note that there are very few ways that the passivation rule can be written using restriction. If you mimic the structure of the lexical rule such that the disjunction includes (! SUBJ) = (^ OBL-AGT) then you get unexpected results. Also, using {(! PRED ARG1) = NULL} fails. The only variation that works is using {(^ OBJ) = NULL}.
Restriction can also be used to add governable attributes to an f-structure, although it is not possible to add arguments to an existing PRED semantic value. For instance, if you wanted a mono-clausal f-structure for a light verb construction, you would still need a bi-clausal semantic structure. This could be done using the following grammar fragment:
 VP -> {V "regular verb construction"
(NP: (^ OBJ)=!)
(NP: (^ OBJ2)=!)
(PPobl: (^ OBL-BY)=! (! PCASE)=by)
| LV "light verb construction"
VP: "^ equals! except for SUBJ and PRED"
"the SUBJ becomes an OBJ2"
"the PRED becomes an argument of the light verb"
(! SUBJ) = (^ OBJ2)
(! PRED) = (^ PRED ARG2);
(NP: (^ OBJ2)=!)
let LV * (^ PRED)='let<(^ SUBJ) %ARG2>'
"%ARG2 will be filled in with the lower predicate".
This grammar fragment will create a single f-structure where the SUBJ of the main verb becomes the OBJ2 of the light verb's f-structure. The PRED of the light verb has two arguments: the SUBJ and the PRED of the main verb.
In general, both variables involved in a restricted equality are included in the XLE output. However, if there is a restricted equality between ^ and!, then XLE will suppress the contents of!. Also, if a governable attribute is equal to NULL, then the governable attribute is not displayed.
Propositions are elementary formulas in the functional description language that assert properties of f-structures and other projections. These propositions are true or false of a model consisting of a structure and an assignment of the variables in the proposition to the elements of that structure. The formulas involve a fixed set of predicates and relations as detailed below. These predicates and relations are asserted of arbitrary designators d1, d2, and d.
truth value
These are the truth-value constants that provide a grounding for the logical system. They do not commonly appear in grammatical specifications, but they may arise in the course of grammatical analysis and show up in some of XLE's output displays. They may also be useful in the invocation of functional templates as described below.
d1 = d2
d1 =c d2
The equality predicates are true if d1 and d2 denote exactly the same entity. The difference between the defining equality and the constraining equality =c is that the latter is true only if the equality is implied by all the defining propositions in the functional description. Technically, this is a slightly stronger condition than the one given in Kaplan and Bresnan (1982) because it requires that the constraining equality be true of all extensions of the minimal model, whereas Kaplan and Bresnan only imposed the constraint on the minimal model alone. The letter c (which may be in upper or lower case) must appear immediately next to the =, with no intervening white-space. If d2 is a symbol designator, there must be white-space between it and the preceding c. Thus, (^ SPECIES)=COW is interpreted as a defining equation involving the symbol COW. The proposition must be written as (^ SPECIES)=C OW to obtain a constraining equality on the symbol OW.
set membership
d1 $ d2
The membership predicate is true if d2 denotes a set and d1 denotes one of its elements. This, for example, is used for assigning adjuncts to the adjunct set: ! $ (^ ADJUNCT). It is also used in coordination to make each conjunct a member of a set:! $ ^.
existential constraint
A designator standing by itself is true if the designator has a denotation in the minimal structure satisfying the defining propositions in the f-description. It makes no sense to assert an existential constraint of a symbol or semantic-form designator, since these always have a denotation. XLE therefore issues an error message when it encounters such a constraint. This is usually symptomatic either of a conceptual confusion or of a notational mistake elsewhere in the f-description. An example of an existential constrain would be to require all sentences to be tensed:
 VP: (^ TENSE).
functional and abstract category constraints
The CAT predicate specifies conditions on units of f-structure or other projections that hold by virtue of the nodes that those units correspond to. The CAT predicate is defined in terms of the inverses of structural correspondences, and a CAT proposition is satisfied if and only if the entity denoted by the designator d is a projection of at least one node whose category is in 'categories'. If d denotes an f-structure, then
@(CAT d categories) iff there is some n in phi-1(d) such that category(n) $ categories.
As with abstract precedence, if d involves a composition of other correspondences and thus denotes an element in some other abstract structure, that combination of correspondences is similarly inverted to produce a set of nodes whose categories can be tested.
The CAT predicate permits constraints to be imposed on the categories of the nodes that map to an f-structure without actually copying a category feature into the f-structure (or doing it surreptitiously as Kaplan and Bresnan (1982) did when they used grammatical-function names like VCOMP, ACOMP, and PCOMP). Asserting contraints by means of this correspondence-based predicate maintains the essential modularity of c-structure and f-structure properties while still allowing for limited and controlled interactions to be expressed.


Determining Residency for Canadian Taxation Purposes
Categories: Blog, Tax
For the purposes of determining tax liability, taxpayers are categorized into two groups: residents (of Canada) and non-residents (of Canada). Generally, taxpayers who are Canadian residents are subject to tax on all worldwide income; however, taxpayers who are not Canadian residents are generally only subject to tax on income tied to Canadian sources.1 Therefore a taxpayer's residency status can have significant tax implications.
Quite a few people assume that taxation in Canada is based on citizenship or immigration status. This is a common misunderstanding. The test is whether or not you are a resident of Canada. A person can be a resident of Canada even if they are not a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant. On the other hand, a person who is a Canadian citizen may not be a Canadian resident for income tax purposes.
It can be confusing. Sometimes it is best to start by thinking about where you live rather than what your citizenship or immigration status is.
Residency is determined annually. If it is determined that a taxpayer was a resident at any time during the year, that taxpayer is considered to be a resident for the whole year. There is an exception for a "part-time resident" under section 114 of the Income Tax Act of Canada (ITA). Under this provision, if a taxpayer enters or leaves Canada permanently, the taxation year will be split and the taxpayer will be categorized as a "part-time resident." Part-time residents are subject to special rules for calculating income, including income-splitting; however, this will only arise in the year that the taxpayer enters or leaves Canada permanently.
The term "resident" is not specifically defined in the ITA. As a result, it is necessary to review Court decisions (case law) to provide guidance on the meaning of resident and in what circumstances a person will be considered to be a resident and in what circumstances they will not be a resident.
The Canada Revenue Agency ("CRA") publishes regular information sheets, called "folios", setting out the CRA's interpretation. The folios can be very helpful in attempting to predict how the CRA will categorize a taxpayer (i.e. resident or non-resident); unfortunately, the folios are not legally binding (unlike the case law). For example, refer to folio S5-F1-C1.
The CRA may also ask a person to complete a questionnaire (NR 73: Determination of residency status (leaving Canada) and NR 74: Determination of residency status (entering Canada)) and may make a determination of your residency status. But it is important to recognize that this is a determination by the CRA and a person is entitled to disagree with the CRA and have the question determined by the Court.
There are special rules for determining the residency of corporations and trusts, but that is beyond the scope of this article. Here, we will confine our discussion to residency of taxpayers who are individuals.
The ITA provides for residency of individuals into the following types:
1. Ordinarily Resident. An individual is ordinarily resident if he or she meets the ordinary, dictionary definition of "resident". In determining residence, the Courts consider residential "ties" to Canada, including visits or stays in Canada, assets in Canada, and social connections to Canada. The Supreme Court of Canada held that an individual "is 'ordinarily resident' in the place where in the settled routine of his life he regularly, normally or customarily lives."2
2. Deemed Resident. A non-resident can be "deemed" to be a resident in certain circumstances. Under section 250(1) of the ITA, an individual may be considered a deemed resident if he or she stayed in Canada for a total of 183 days or more throughout a taxation year (it need not be consecutive). Section 250(1) also sets out other circumstances where an individual may be considered a deemed resident, including people who serve in the Canadian Forces, an ambassador or high commissioner of Canada or others listed in s.250 (1) of the ITA.
3. By international tax treaty. Because a person can have a home in more than one country it is possible to be a resident of two (or more) countries at the same time. A person can be a dual resident. This may require the person to file tax returns in two countries and possibly report their worldwide income in both countries. To avoid this problem, Canada has entered into numerous tax treaties with other countries to avoid double taxation. These treaties contain "tie breaker" rules to resolve the question of residency when a person is resident in both countries. The rules ensure that the person is only a resident of one of the countries.
Residency status in tax law is not straight-forward, and in some cases it can be counter-intuitive. While the CRA can make a finding of residency status for a taxpayer, it is possible for the CRA to make an incorrect determination. The CRA's determinations are not always final and can be disputed. Ultimately, it is the Courts that have the final say in determining residency status.
If you currently live and/or work outside of Canada for all or part of the year, are planning a change that may affect your residency status, or have been assessed by the CRA based on a residency finding that you feel may be incorrect, you should seriously consider contacting me to discuss the tax implications of your situation and your options.
1For more information on the tax and reporting obligations of residents and non-residents, see my article in last month's issue of Legal Alert titled Foreign Income and Assets: Tax Implications under the Canadian Income Tax Act.
2Thomson v Minister of National Revenue, [1946] SCR 209, 1946 CarswellNat 76, at para 71.
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Tracking down immigration attorneys after hours is often tricky. However, a large number of law firms now use personal answering services. These services help assist the immigration attorney's clients after hours. The following are a few tips regarding how to work with answering services to locate immigration attorneys after the business day is done.
Immigrants must work through the process of gaining residence or citizenship through their immigration attorney. Usually, simply calling an attorney to make an appointment for help with your legal matter starts the process of protecting yourself. If you need help after normal business hours, you can still contact your attorney's answering service who can both provide you with the needed assistance at that time and place.
For answering services used by immigration attorneys, the following requirements are vital to ensure both the attorney and answering service can assist the client. The answering service should be bilingual, English and Spanish, to ensure clients for whom English is a second language can communicate clearly. Also, the answering service should operate 24/7 to ensure no call is missed. With a bilingual answering service, the staff there can work with the immigration attorneys to translate a client's communications, whether it be over the phone or in print.
When calling an immigration attorney after hours, it is important to understand you are more likely to speak with the immigration attorney's answering service, and not the actual attorney. The receptionist taking the call will collect your contact information and provide everything to an employee working at the firm. This person will then contact you and discuss how the immigration attorneys at their office can assist you.
Clients must be comfortable working with the remote answering service to provide all of the necessary details within your message. Avoid giving away personal information, but still ensure you give the remote receptionists how urgent the current situation is, and how quickly you need the immigration attorney to return your call. If you cannot receive a call (for example, you are in jail), you must tell the answering service this so they understand you need help immediately. Top-quality answering services working alongside immigration attorneys understand the best way to make sure the immigration attorneys are best able to assist you.


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Knowledge of breast cancer and practice of breast self examination among female senior secondary school students in Abuja, Nigeria.
Breast cancer is a public health problem that is increasing throughout the world especially in developing countries. The study was aimed at assessing the knowledge of breast cancer and practice of breast self examination (BSE) among female senior secondary school students in the municipal council area of Abuja, Nigeria.
This descriptive cross sectional study was carried out among female senior secondary school students from selected schools in the municipal area council of Abuja. The tool for data collection was a structured self administered questionnaire. Data were analysed using SPSS version 16.0.
Two hundred and eighty-seven students participated in the study. Their mean age was 16.5 +/- 1.4 years. A greater proportion of respondents 163 (56.8%) had poor knowledge of breast cancer while 217 (75.6%) had poor knowledge of BSE. Only 114 (39.7%) of the respondents knew that being a female was a risk factor for breast cancer and the least known risk factors were obesity and aging. The major source of information for breast cancer and BSE among the respondents was the mass media. Only 29 (10.1%) of respondents had practiced BSE. Knowledge of BSE was significantly associated with BSE practice.
This study revealed that female secondary school students have poor knowledge of breast cancer. A good proportion of them knew that BSE could be used as a screening method for breast cancer but only few had practiced BSE. There is need for adequate health education on breast cancer and BSE among adolescent females in Nigeria.
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Pub Type(s)Journal Article


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Elizabeth Bowdoin was the daughter of Massachusetts governor James and Elizabeth (Erving) Bowdoin. In 1767, she married fellow Bostonian John Temple, a surveyor general of customs and lieutenant governor of colonial New Hampshire. Temple inherited a baronetcy that made him Sir John Temple in 1786 and also made his wife Lady Temple. Thus the mourning ring made to commemorate her death features the dedication "DOWAGER.ELIZABETH.LADY.TEMPLE[.]" It consists of a plain gold band with a black enamel ground that features a stylized palm leaf and gold text in upper-case roman lettering.
The interior curve to the narrow band was a feature that was prevalent during the mid 18th century. In fact, the entire style of the ring is very much in the neoclassical vein. An inscription inside the band reads, "Obt. 25th.. Oct r.. 1809 A't. 59." Residing in Boston at the time of her death, Lady Temple was buried in the Bowdoin vault in the Granary Burying Ground on Tremont Street.
The Massachusetts Historical Society also has the 1805 silhouette mourning ring of Lady Temple's husband, Sir John.


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= open('save.dat', 'w') results.write(pwd) results.close() print() print(FColor.BLUE + 'Sign Up Complete!') elif(choice == '2'): try: with open('save.dat', 'r') as file: for line in file: line = line.replace('\n', '') print() if(pwd == line): print(FColor.GREEN + "Correct Password") else: print(FColor.RED + f'Incorrect Password') except: print(FColor.RED + "Couldn't read file'save.dat'")
Here's the result of running your code:
Woohoo! You have successfully created a secure password system! You can use this to create secure login pages and sign up pages without ever getting hacked!
If you want to take this project even further, here are a few examples of ways you can do so:
- This example prints out the hashed password in both byte format and string format for you to see and compare!
- This example stores the hashed password using a different hash algorithm (md5) and a custom salt!
- This example takes this workshop to the next level, using repl.it's database system, repldb. It stores the hashed passwords, using the username as a key. Then, a user can sign into their account, but only with the correct password.


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Armed with a curious mind and a need to help, 15-year-old Douglas Macartney (19) invented the flatpack wind turbine to solve Kenya's electricity challenges.
In a school competition held in 2018, Macartney presented his prototype, and over the years it has been improved to be fully functional.
The British student from the Royal High School in Edinburgh was inspired by IKEA to build a flat pack refugee shelter.
"I quite liked the simplicity of it. I was thinking about doing the same thing, but with something that would consume energy in a refugee camp," says the young inventor.
Wind turbines installed on Lake Turkana.
Undergraduate engineers from Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) refined the high-tech invention, adding two solar panels.
Macartney was delighted to be working with the team of engineers, commenting: "I found it interesting to see how it has evolved over time and the process involved in working on a project like this. "
"It's much more developed than I thought possible when I came up with the design," he added.
Interestingly, the device can be mounted without any specialist training. It is aimed at helping areas recovering from natural disasters and rural settlements.
"The wind turbine is made to generate enough electricity to power a lamp and two USB sockets in a disaster relief area or a refugee camp,"
"This technology could improve access to energy by making it affordable, reliable and low-carbon," said Andrew Cowell, a senior lecturer at GCU University.
"Local communities will be trained in the assembly and use of the device," Cowell added.
Specifically, the project will be titled Angaza Africa. It will begin on March 1 and run for 12 months, including field trails in suitable locations in Scotland and Kenya.
In addition, the project has received funding from the Innovate UK Energy Catalyst programme. It is part of 64 innovations to share funding of Ksh3.8bn (£26m).
KPLC is shutting down the electricity supply on the 132 kV dual-circuit Lessos-Lanet transmission to make room for ongoing construction work.


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RavenLX 05-18-2006 09:03 PM
HOW TO: Get KWeather Panel Applet Working

Kweather does not work well in KDE 3.4.2. In fact, the Display area's Location drop down will always say "Unknown Station" and the icon will be a question mark. Even if you ad several stations and select one it will still do this. This is a work-around.
 1. Find your station ID. This is usually a K followed by the first three letters of your city or some other code. You can find a list of codes here:
 _URL_
 Note that this is a big site so you'll want to use your browser's search feature. The 4-letter code you need will be in the column just to the left of your city name. The column to the right of the city column is the state, so be sure you have the right one.
 2. Open your text editor and type in (or cut and paste) the following:
 Code:
 [General Options]
 log_file_name=
 logging=false
 report_location=
 reportview_size=450,325
 smallview_mode=2
 3. Edit the report_location line by adding your 4-letter station code after the equal sign.
 4. Save this file as:
 $HOME/.kde/share/config/weather_panelappletrc
 5. Add the weather applet to your panel. It should now work, and show an icon along with the current temperature.
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:20 PM.


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GARDENIA FLORIDA EXTRACT
INCI: Gardenia florida extract / Gardenia florida fruit extract
What is Gardenia florida extract?
Gardenia florida also known as cape jasmine, is an evergreen plant. It is native to Asia, Africa, Pacific islands and Madagascar. It bears white flowers. It's flowers and fruits extract are used for cosmetic purposes. The flower extract contains ferulic acid and flavonoids, while the fruit extract contains natural sugar derivative named as crocin. Commercially the extract is available as light to the amber colored liquid.
Use & Benefits:
Both the flower and fruit extract contain constituents (as mentioned earlier) that are potent antioxidants. The free radicals and its other forms, as well as oxygen, cause a change in the structure of skin protein- elastin and collagen, which leads to a broken skin epithelium matrix and thus, problems like fine lines, wrinkles appear. The antioxidants not only prevent this damage but also heal any ongoing damage caused by them. Thus, premature aging or accelerated aging-related issues like fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin can be gradually reduced. They also improve the texture of the skin and produce a skin-smoothing effect. The crocin is also believed to stimulate ceramide (skin protein) synthesis. Also, it is believed to block the enzymes that are responsible for collagen breakdown as well as melanin synthesis. Thus, it can provide a whitening effect on the skin. It also moisturizes skin. It is used in skincare products, hair care products, and anti-aging creams, lotions, and gels.References


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The Alabama School of Math and Science (ASMS) launched the school's STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) Ambassador program during the 2014-2015 school year.
Through this program, ASMS students and staff spread awareness across Alabama about the importance of STEM education. STEM Ambassadors visit elementary and middle schools to conduct science experiments, such as helping students build and launch model rockets. Schools can also schedule to tour ASMS and perform lab demonstrations alongside STEM Ambassadors in ASMS classrooms.
"Our mission at ASMS is to provide academically motivated Alabama students with exceptional preparation in the fields of math and science, empowering them to improve their community, state, and nation," ASMS President Dr. Monica Motley says. "The ASMS STEM Ambassador program is another step in that direction. Our students get to inspire other students across the state about the importance of STEM education and show students that hands-on learning can be fun."
For information, please contact ASMS Public Relations Coordinator Amber Day at _EMAIL_ or _PHONE_.
Below are photos from recent STEM Ambassador demonstrations.


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Introduction: Sternalis/rectus sternalis is a rare muscle found in the chest wall. Only 3-5% of the cases are found world wide. Case presentation: Here we report the case of Sternalis in the 60-year-old South Indian male cadaver. This report discusses the origin, orientation, relations of this muscle. Conclusion: Importance of the knowledge of the presence of these rare muscles in clinical diagnosis and therapeutic implications is discussed.
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